Reported at www.abc.net.au: More than 1,500 residents rallied against a proposed housing development in North Stoneville, Perth Hills, arguing it poses risks such as bushfire hazards and environmental damage to endangered species habitats.

Despite federal environmental approval, the local Shire of Mundaring and the WA Planning Commission have twice rejected the plan, and developer Satterley Group has appealed that decision, with a hearing scheduled for September.

Politicians from all sides have joined the protest.