A beloved café in Perth’s northern suburb of Lexia suffered severe damage from an overnight blaze, leaving owners heartbroken but relieved no one was harmed.
Blaze Ravages GarWyn’s Garden Cafe
Firefighters responded to reports of a fire at GarWyn’s Garden Cafe on Gnangara Road around 7 p.m. The flames quickly engulfed the interior, causing extensive damage to the building’s core structure. Crews continue to investigate the cause of the inferno.
Owners expressed devastation over the loss, though authorities confirm no injuries occurred as the café was empty at the time.
Free Public Transport Trial Becomes Permanent
Western Australia’s government has confirmed that free bus and train services on Sundays and for schoolchildren will now run permanently. The decision follows a successful trial that drove a significant increase in public transport usage.
Premier Roger Cook announced the measure, set to cost $70 million in the upcoming state budget. “Our incredibly popular free Sunday transport program will continue for another year,” he stated.
Fremantle Secures Convincing Western Derby Win
Jye Amiss booted a career-high five goals to power Fremantle to a dominant 56-point victory over West Coast in yesterday’s western derby, reinforcing their stronghold in the rivalry.
