Inner West Whispers – 301
A dingo ate my Egg – A dusty bottleneck? – Not fine • The fate of Egg the pug who was purportedly stolen at knife-point in Sydney Olympic Park became horrifically clear this week, as […]
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Inner west whispers – 300
Compliance and punishment – Dog burglar– Singo puts Marly on sale • The Inner West Council is seeking more power over the actions of WestConnex contractors, asking the State Government to grant it the power to […]
Things we love – 299
Nurses from St Peters’ Southern Cross veterinary clinic visited the people and companion animals who live beneath the arches in Wentworth Park, Glebe. They supplied fresh food, water and treats to the pets, as well […]
Inner Best: Dr Anne Fawcett
When I asked Dr Anne Fawcett how her love of animals was born, she told me a story… When she was still in the womb, a stray cat came to sit on her mother’s stomach. […]
Cats Gone Wild
Protecting Native Species from Your Pet Your furry, feline friend is a natural born killer. Anyone who has seen their cat in “hunting mode” can testify to the absolute skill in catching even the speediest […]
Yours Say: dream pets
If you could have any pet in the world, what would it be and why? “A pug, because it is the animal version of myself.” Melanie, Petersham “A macaw because they are smart, have cool […]
Roadtest: Animal Rescue
Cruelty-free shopper? Organic only? Ciao investigates the adoption and animal-rescue centres in the Inner West that help residents extend their ethical lifestyle choices to animal companions. A furry friend in need is a friend indeed. […]
Inner West Whispers – 291
GM musical chairs– Tight squeeze Taverners – Facebook for (lost) dogs • Vanessa Chan, the General Manager of the Inner West Council and former GM of Ashfield Council, left her position early this month. She has […]
What’s On – 289
Footprints Ecofestival The annual Footprints Ecofestival is here to celebrate all things sustainable and encourage all members of our local community to take some weight off their eco footprint. On August 21st, Whites Creek Valley […]
Rant: Balmain pooches face pub prohibition
Canine companions are no longer welcome in Balmain pubs After trudging futilely around for hours in the Inner West searching for a new home, we were in need of a little respite. Our stoic Jack […]