Archive for month: October, 2021

The Top 20 – Famous ships to have graced our port
In responding to the Shipping News’ challenge to produce a ‘Top 20’ list of ships that have graced the port of…
Places I Love – Fremantle’s Memorial to USS Bullhead
Fremantle was second only to Pearl Harbour as an allied submarine base during World War II. Fremantle was identified as…
Open Letter To New Mayor & Councillors – Don’t Forget The Waterfront!
To the prospective Mayor and Councillors of Fremantle. Fremantle is alive but not very well. Like many suburban and regional…
The Poetry Wars! You’ve Got To Love ‘Em, Poets! The Old Or The New Bridge?
Well, Freo Folk all, no sooner had we received and published today a pome from Anon extolling the virtues of…
A Bridge By Any Other Name Would Be The Same – But Rita?
Poets and their poetry have contributed to the winning of many great causes. Byron and Greece immediately comes to mind.…
12 Days To Vote – Even For Boat Pen Holders At Fremantle Sailing Club?
Well, the Freo elections for a new Mayor and six Councillors is hotting up. No doubt the candidates are canvassing…
Latest On The Stolt Sakura – Covid Watch
The oil and chemical tanker the Stolt Sakura berthed yesterday morning at Fremantle Port to allow for WA Health public…
The oil and chemical tanker the Stolt Sakura – Covid Watch
The oil and chemical tanker the Stolt Sakura berthed this morning at Fremantle Port to allow for WA Health public…
Election Day, Time To Vote, How To Vote Freo-style
Well Freo Folk, it’s time to vote for your new Mayor and a bunch of Councillors! Gone are the days…