Home town prepares for Ledger funeral

Locals in Heath Ledger’s home town of Perth, Australia, prepared to welcome home the body of one of their biggest stars today.

As well as mourning the death of the 28-year-old Oscar nominated actor, they expressed dismay at the recent speculation about his alleged drug use.

Details of funeral arrangements for the 'Brokeback Mountain' star have not been announced, but Ledger’s family are expected to return to Perth this week with his body.

Meanwhile, residents in the western Australian coastal city expressed sadness at his sudden death – and some outrage over rumours about his alleged drug habit. Much attention has been focused on footage showing Ledger at a party where drugs were being taken.