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The Bell Tower Times
Embrace the Human Zoo
TypeSatirical newspaper
FormatWebsite
Editor‘Belle Tower’ (Pseudonymous)
HeadquartersPerth, Western Australia
Websitewww.thebelltowertimes.com

The Bell Tower Times is an Australian digital media organization that publishes satirical articles on various topics, with a Western Australian focus.[1][2][3][4][5] The outlet is based in Perth. It originated as a Facebook page, and began publishing independently online in the late 2010s. It is named after the Bell Tower.[1][3][6][7]

The outlet typically publishes under the pen name 'Belle Tower'.[6] Its articles cover current events, both real and fictional, parodying the tone and format of traditional news organisations.[8][9]

One of the main series of articles of the publication is 'The Human Zoo', a 'satirical microscope' on various stereotypes and characters that one might find in the suburbs of Perth.[10] Examples of fictional characters profiled in this series include "Midland's Finest", "Ms Facebook Mumma", and "Mr Anti Gay Marriage".[10] The page was also known for posting clips of vehicles crashing into the Bayswater Bridge.[11]

The primary author and founder of the media organisation is presently not publicly known. In 2023, PerthNow has listed the 'mystery person behind the bell tower times' within its 'ultimate list of the Perthiest Perthonalities'.[12]

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Content from the page has been syndicated or featured by other more mainstream news outlets, often as a source of photographs for news events. Some that have done so include Yahoo News,[13] Hit Network,[14] The West Australian,[15] PerthNow,[16][17][18] NZ Herald,[19] News.com.au,[20] 7NEWS,[21] The Mirror,[22][23] and Pedestrian TV.[24] It has also been quoted as a source of public comment by reporters.[25][26][27] Its posts are sometimes the primary source for articles by other outlets.[28][29][30]

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References

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  1. ^ a b Foster, Brendan (2015-11-12). "Perth blogger censored by Facebook over comments about a person who doesn't exists". WAtoday. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  2. ^ Foster, Brendan (2017-04-06). "Mr Freo Docker 2017: Perth blogger's hilarious Fremantle fan "tribute"". The Age. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  3. ^ a b WordPress.com, Create a website or blog at (2019-04-01). "Bell Tower Times unveils new website, introduces 'Postcode' piss-takes". Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  4. ^ "Biscuits fuel for hilarious exchange". PerthNow. 2019-03-06. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  5. ^ "UWA's PROSH magazine's d**k jokes don't cut it". The West Australian. 2021-04-06. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  6. ^ a b Kelleway, Blake (2018-09-03). "The Bell Tower Times Guide To Embracing A New Age Lifestyle". Perth is OK!. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  7. ^ "The ultimate list of our city's PERTHIEST Perthonalities". PerthNow. 2023-06-11. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  8. ^ Belle (2023-06-13). "Millennial Feels Last Piece Of Youth Slip Away After Sunny Day Gets Her Amped To Wash Bed Sheets | The Bell Tower Times". www.thebelltowertimes.com. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  9. ^ Belle (2023-06-13). "Discover How One Man Skillfully Avoids Improving His Life By Embracing The 'It Is What It Is' Mentality | The Bell Tower Times". www.thebelltowertimes.com. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  10. ^ a b "The Human Zoo – Mr Bell Tower Times". PILERATS. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  11. ^ Anninos-Carter, Dale (2022-09-14). "15 Pieces Of Advice From West Aussies To Those Thinking Of Relocating To Perth". Secret Perth. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  12. ^ "The ultimate list of our city's PERTHIEST Perthonalities". PerthNow. 2023-06-11. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  13. ^ "Note war erupts over driver's park at popular city beach". Yahoo News. 2023-03-06. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  14. ^ "From The Bell Tower Times To Pete, Matt and Kymba: We Chat With Perth's P!nk Superfan". Hit Network. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  15. ^ "Stray emu leads cop on a merry dance on Perth freeway". The West Australian. 2019-10-07. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  16. ^ "Hilarious social media reactions to McGowan's resignation". PerthNow. 2023-05-30. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  17. ^ "Neighbour's SAVAGE letter about 21st party noise goes viral". PerthNow. 2022-10-06. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  18. ^ "'Karen' complains about neighbour's 'caged cockatoo'". PerthNow. 2023-03-02. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  19. ^ "Why one fast food giant is refusing to serve teens". NZ Herald. 2023-06-13. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  20. ^ Anderson, Anthony (2 March 2023). "'Karen' blamed for mistaken 'animal cruelty' report to RSPCA". News.com.au.
  21. ^ "Watch: Daredevil's death-defying stunt on back of moving train". 7NEWS. 2022-12-27. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  22. ^ Peacock, Alice (2022-10-10). "Nasty note left by neighbour on homeowner's doorstep after six-week holiday". mirror. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  23. ^ Mirror.co.uk (2017-09-08). "Man downs seven beers in 10 seconds with incredible technique". mirror. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  24. ^ Adams, David (2017-02-15). "Cheryl From 'MAFS' Regrets Railing Nose Beers Off Her Boobs That One Time". PEDESTRIAN.TV. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  25. ^ "Snoop reveals 'SPECIAL GUEST' at Perth show as he hits city". PerthNow. 2023-02-27. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  26. ^ "Website drops C-bomb in virus post". PerthNow. 2020-04-28. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  27. ^ "Perth Club X sign could end up in YOUR man cave: 'History'". PerthNow. 2022-07-22. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  28. ^ Meerton, Kaylee (2019-01-17). "An elderly speed demon's dream: Mandurah gopher up for grabs that goes 'up to 72km'". Mandurah Mail. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  29. ^ "Why public park sex is 'a new low' for Perth". The West Australian. 2019-11-22. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  30. ^ "Perth man's floating BAR up for sale". PerthNow. 2021-01-28. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
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