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AUSTRALIA DAY IN MULLEWA: COME ALONG AND CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA DAY AT THE MULLEWA SWIMMING POOL. Free entry for all, including a delicious barbecue breakfast from 8am and loads of entertainment for everyone to enjoy! The Australia Day Active Citizen of the Year Awards Ceremony will then follow from the big breakfast at 10am. During the morning there will be plenty of activities to get involved in, including the giant yard games, slip ‘n’ slide, pool inflatables and quizzes for the adults with prizes to be won.
AUSTRALIA DAY IN GERALDTON: THE GERALDTON FORESHORE IS THE PLACE TO BE WHEN CELEBRATING AUSTRALIA DAY. Celebrate our great Nation, our people and our place with live entertainment, games, music and competitions. Take in the beach lifestyle and get that “Gero Feel” this Australia Day. Do yourself a favour, come on down to the Foreshore and remember to dress up or bring your Aussie flag.
KEEP UP TO DATE: www.cgg.wa.gov.au cityofgreatergeraldton #AussieDayGero Tune into 98.1 for live broadcast from 9-1pm
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Yanajingamanha ~ All coming together CELEBRATE WHAT’S GREAT WELCOME TO COUNTRY By valuing and acknowledging all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their culture, the Australia Day celebrations will commence with a traditional Welcome to Country and a didgeridoo performance presented by Rob & Donna Ronan and Leroy Shiosaki. Main Stage at 2.40pm.
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Join our newest citizens on this special day and celebrate our Nation’s birthday. Flag raising ceremony with the Geraldton TS Morrow Australian Navy Cadets, the National Anthem will be sung by Sing Australia followed by a spectacular drum procession led by the City of Greater Geraldton 711 Australian Airforce Squadron. Main Stage at 3.00pm.
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The Australia Day “Active Citizen of the Year Awards 2018” will be awarded to local community members in both Geraldton and Mullewa. Geraldton Main Stage at 4pm & Mullewa at 10am by the Swimming Pool
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SLSWA Ocean Swim Series has various categories from junior, team or individual. Registrations can be done on the day between 7am and 8am or email your interest to: champions@westnet.com.au. Find out more on CBSLSC Facebook page Champion Bay Beach B6, 7am-4pm (Swim Series 7am-8.30am).
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Tim Britten received the Cross of Valour for his act of bravery immediately following the bombing of the Sari Club in Bali in October 2002. Constable Britten placed his life in danger by repeatedly entering the burning building to search for and rescue survivors. Tim has been an Australia Day Ambassador since 2006.
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711 (CITY OF GREATER GERALDTON) SQUADRON AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE CADETS & TS MORROW NAVY CADETS
Ultimate Water Sports has the largest range of water sports activities in one place for your entertainment. New this year is the two person glass bottom kayaks and four person pedal boats. Other activities include fly boarding, the jetpack, jet ski hire, guided tours, wakeboarding, water-skiing, wake foiling, knee boarding, tubing, stand up paddle boarding and kayaking. Book a spot: admin@ ultimatewatersports.com.au or mobile 0427 645 362. Front Beach B1, 8am-6pm.
Cadets help you get out there! If you're into adventure, you'll get as much as you can handle. You'll get to go sailing, hiking, canoeing and camping. For more information about TS Morrow Navy Cadets & 711 (City of Greater Geraldton) Squadron Australian Air Force Cadets visit their Facebook page. Grassed Area G2, 3.30pm-3.55pm.
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GERALDTON YOGA COMMUNITY
TWIN RIVER GUARD DISPLAY
See demonstrations of wood turning, creating bush instruments and project display. Products will be for sale and members on hand to provide information about what they do. Located at 13 Foreshore Drive. www.wamsa.org. au. Menshed, 10am-4pm. FREE.
Local Geraldton yoga teachers have teamed up to bring you free yoga sessions on Australia Day. Come along and try different styles of yoga and experience for yourself its benefits for a healthy body and healthy mind. Open to all ages and abilities. Grassed Area G5, 10am-2pm. FREE.
Bring your scurvy carcasses down and be entertained by the swashbuckling Twin River Guard pirates. An engaging, thrilling and educational show. Grassed Area G2, 2pm-9pm.
ROTARY CLUB OF GERALDTON SENIORS’ AFTERNOON TEA & CONCERT
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Join the Champion Bay Surf Lifesaving Club and Rotary Club of Geraldton for the annual Australia Day Kids' Beach Party. With free sausage sizzle and a giant cake kindly created and donated by the Greenough Regional Prison and castle comps and races! Champion Beach Life Saving Hut, G9 9am-1pm. FREE.
Seniors of the Midwest are welcome to join the Rotary Club of Geraldton free afternoon tea and live performances by the Geraldton City Band and other local entertainers. QEII Centre 88 Durlacher St, 2pm-4pm. p p FREE. FREE FR EE..
MIDWEST SURF SCHOOL
Blast off with the groms as they make and launch their own water and air pressure rockets! Midwest Surf School's head coach Keith Roffman will use his science teacher background to make this an Australia Day awesome activity of astronomical proportions! Town 8am-1pm. Beach South B3,, 8am-1p pm. FREE.
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Ultimate Water Sports
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Midwest Surf School
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West Coast Carnival
10am - 9pm
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Twin River Guard Display
2pm - 9pm
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Brennan Amusement & Sideshow Alley
10am - 9pm
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Cuddly Animal Farm
2pm - 7pm
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WOA Face Painting & Balloon Twisting
2pm - 9pm
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Rani's Henna
4pm - 8pm
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WAPOL Station
2pm - 10pm
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Geraldton Yoga Community
10am - 2pm
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Batavia Coast Veteran & Classic Vehicle Club Display
8am - 2pm
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Midwest Aero Bungy & Lions Club Fundraising Food Truck
9am - 1pm
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Spirit 98.1FM Live Broadcast
9am - 1pm
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Cape Burney Bush Fire Brigade
9am - 1pm
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Annekes Airbrush Tattoo
9am - 1pm
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Champion Bay Surf Lifesaving Club & The Rotary Club of Geraldton Kid’s Beach Party
8am - 1pm
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Museum of Geraldton
10am - 1pm
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Apex Bucking Bull & Thong Throwing
9am - 2pm
The QEII Centre
Rotary Club of Geraldton Seniors’ Afternoon Tea
2pm - 4pm
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The Menshed
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BATAVIA COAST VETERAN & CLASSIC VEHICLE CLUB DISPLAY
The Batavia Coast Veteran & Classic Vehicle Club will once again host the “Aussie Icons“ car show on the Foreshore. They don’t make ‘em anymore so come along and see all your favourite Holdens, Falcons and Valiants from 1948 to 2017, including Monaros, Toranas, GTs, Two Doors, Chargers and more. (BYO meat pies) If you have an “Aussie Icon“ you would like to display, call Steve on 0455 456 812 to book your spot. Grassed Area G6, 8am-2pm. G1
MARKET STALLS
Support your local stallholders with a large range of foods to try, arts and crafts, precious stones and much more. Surrounding Main Stage G1, 12pm-9pm. G10
APEX BUCKING BULL & THONG THROWING
You're not Australian without a larrikin streak - how long can you last on the bucking bull? Think you can throw a thong more than 10m? Gold coin donation for APEX Geraldton and show us what you got! Grassed Area G10, 9am- 2pm
RIGTERS SUPERMARKETS' FIREWORKS SHOW Front Beach at 8.30pm With a large fireworks display expected to fill our skies and a few secrets planned for the water, please refrain from bringing water vessels (boats, skis, inflatables, etc.) within a 500m radius. The Esplanade will also be closed to the public from 12noon, to allow for the Pyro Technicians to setup. Please refer to map or contact the Department of Transport for further information.
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australia day main stage lineup 2.40pm
MC Welcome
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Welcome to Country
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Welcome by Cr Bob Hall
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Citizenship Ceremony
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Flag Raising, National Anthem and Drum Procession
3.55pm
Australia Day Active Citizen of the Year Awards 2018
4.40pm
City of Greater Geraldton Family Concert
4.50pm
All Things Dance
5.05pm
Me & the Missus
5.55pm
Zian Funk
6.40pm
The Euphorium Creative Dance Off
6.55pm
Zenwire
7.40pm
Headline Act - Jammit
8.25pm
MC & Councillor Wind Up
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RIGTERS SUPERMARKET FIREWORKS Headline Act - Jammit
meet the award nominees:
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR LOCAL HEROES WHO HAVE BEEN NOMINATED FOR THE 2018 AUSTRALIA DAY ACTIVE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS
AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS GERALDTON
KATE BOX
ROSS NEWMAN
KIM THOMPSON
MIKE FRANCIS
Kate has made a large impact on the local community by devoting her time to families who have been affected by cancer. She has organised many large scale events to raise money for families suffering financial impact due to loved ones undergoing cancer treatment.
Ross volunteers his time as the Chairman of the Combined Equestrian Club. Every July the Club holds the threeday Show Jumping Classic, which attracts over 200 competitors from all across WA. With thanks to Ross and other volunteers – the event is always extremely well run.
Kim volunteers his time to re-orientate senior patients on the hospital ward. He does everything from reading newspapers, talking/reminiscing, helping with group therapy activities and gentle walking. Kim always has a happy, bright disposition.
Mike undertakes a variety of work at the Geraldton Surf Life Saving Club including: Director of Education Acting Patrol Captain/ Patrolling Member; founding member of the Midwest Wesfarmer Emergency Response Team - Jetski Rescue and GSLSC Call out squad.
LORRAINE BOWEN
MARK TEALE
JACK MILBY
Mark has recently been appointed the Brigade Captain of the Waggrakine Bush Fire Brigade. Mark’s commitment to the cause has seen him effectively balance the brigade, work, and family commitments. He is a passionate leader with an approachable nature.
Jack volunteers his time to assist in the youth development of the Waggrakine Volunteer Bushfire Brigade Cadet Unit. His hard work has culminated in the cadets attending the Australian Fire Cadet Championships at Myuna Bay in NSW.
SIMONE MAHONEY
Lorraine has spent the last five years initiating and running a new scout group and has now built it up to four thriving units. Lorraine has a long term vision and puts in the hard yards to make this vision a reality.
Simone works with at-risk youth in the Midwest to ensure they are supported, achieving their goals and staying out of the justice system. Simone is humble, professional, passionate and never seeks recognition for the work she does.
HEATHER CUPITT
WENDY MACDONALD
CHARMAINE TREZONA
Wendy is an integral part of the Cruise Ship Welcome Group and attended all eight ship visits in 2017. Wendy is always willing to put her hand up to take on more responsibilities and always does so with a smile on her face.
Charmaine is an active member for all Cruise Ship Welcomes and has proved herself to be a reliable team player who is always keen to take on new opportunities. She has put her hand up to develop herself in the tourism industry in many ways.
PETER TREHARNE
EMMA JACKSON
JESSICA MULLER
Peter does a variety of work in the region for Youth Development Services, actively encouraging those around him to realise their goals, big or small. He is passionate about his work, spending time helping youth in the region and volunteering in his spare time to help those in need.
Emma strives to be the best she can for the benefit of others, while bringing passion and dedication to all the activities she undertakes. She applies herself with an energy and enthusiasm that is contagious and supports and inspires others to get involved in the community.
Jessica has been involved with Tracking Dogs Geraldton for the past three years, dedicating her time to training sessions, demos and community events. She is also an active member with the Junior Firefighters. She is a valued member of the team who loves helping out.
Heather is an energetic 75-year-old woman who dedicates many hours each week to teaching Bridge to learner players. Heather undergoes considerable research as well as providing help as much as possible.
AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS MULLEWA
DOREEN HOWELLS Doreen voluntarily runs an inclusive youth theatre program through Theatre 8 Geraldton. It is accessible to children from all walks of life as fees are kept to an absolute minimum. She volunteers her time daily to the Theatre and makes sure everyone has a fair go.
IAN BEARD Ian wears many hats, including Communications Officer for Volunteer Marine Rescue WA and Geraldton Volunteer Marine Rescue Group. No task is ever too big for Ian, as a keen and devoted community member who will always go the extra mile.
MARGARET DAWSON
ROBERT (BOBBY) PEPPER
Margaret volunteers her time during the weekend to collect rubbish in Cape Burney. She is often picking up harmful litter such as plastic waste from the beaches and roads in the area, helping the environment and the community.
Bobby goes above and beyond in his capacity as Aboriginal Police Liaison Officer, putting his own time and resources into building relationships within Geraldton and the wider Midwest. Bobby was also nominated for a WA Police Award in October 2017.
CASEY TUNBRIDGE
ADRIAN COMEAGAIN
Casey has volunteered as a steward at Mullewa Show for over six years. After learning from a more experienced steward she is now taking full responsibility for running a competition section.
Adrian coached the Mullewa Football Club to a Grand Final victory in 2017. He was instrumental in restoring pride in the club and inspiring the community. He is a great role model for local youths.
BUSHFIRE BRIGADES
COMMITTEE GERALDTON TURF CLUB COMMITTEE
WAGGRAKINE VOLUNTEER BUSHFIRE BRIGADE CADETS
The Geraldton Turf Club usually holds 19 meetings between October and April and the course brings many visitors to town.
This year the Cadets were successful in gaining a place to compete in the 2017 Australian Fire Cadet Championships.
VOLUNTEERS QEII CENTRE VOLUNTEERS
GERALDTON SENIORS WEEK COMMITTEE (QEII)
The QEII Centre volunteers dedicate over 1600 voluntary hours each year at the QEII Centre running the various programs that the Centre offers.
The Geraldton Seniors Week Committee are five hardworking seniors who organise an action packed week of events for seniors in the Midwest.
MIDWEST CHARITY BEGINS AT HOME YOUTH COMMITTEE
Since its inception the youth-led committee has made an outstanding contribution to the community.
Julie dedicates her time to a number of volunteer roles. She is the Secretary of the Mullewa District Agricultural Society and also active on the committee of the Mullewa Community Resource Centre.
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Bush fire service volunteers protect the City through fire prevention and risk management, fire suppression and fire safety education.
JULIE FREEMAN
GLENN BRYANT
KIM KEEFFE
JUDY CRITCH
Glenn volunteers his time to the Mullewa Community in many ways; he is a member of the Mullewa Sports Club, Bowling Club and until recently Chairperson of the CRC. His business donates to all community events. He shows genuine compassion and concern for community members’ mental health.
Kim has shown passion and commitment for our community for over 40 years with his dedicated involvement in the OLMC School Board, Mullewa Ag Show, Sports Club, Tennis Club, Golf Club, Community Group & Farm Committee. He was a Shire of Mullewa Councillor for four years. He is a proven leader and gets the job done.
Judy has been a dedicated and committed contributor to the Mullewa community in many ways for over 40 years. Judy has enhanced our community by holding office bearer positions and being actively involved with; Autumn Round-Up, Anglican Church, Ag Show, Cubs, Craft Group, Tennis Club, Basketball Club and Golf Club.
TENINDEWA PROGRESS ASSOCIATION Members of the TPA have been proactive in preserving the history of their area. They have created a fantastic user friendly website recording historical information, it also encourages current and previous community members to contribute their memories.