The Bell Tower Times Explained

The Bell Tower Times
Motto:Embrace the Human Zoo
Type:Satirical newspaper
Format:Website
Editor:‘Belle Tower’ (Pseudonymous)
Headquarters:Perth, Western Australia

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.[6] [7]

The outlet typically publishes under the pen name 'Belle Tower'. 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". 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]

Reach

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]

See also

Notes and References

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