What's Happening December 2016

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WHATS HAPPENING ISSUE

DECEMBER-FEBRUARY 2017

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Connect Wanneroo 05

Summer activities 09

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Christmas events 10

A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR TRACEY ROBERTS In addition to these projects, we are working to improve transport links in other parts of the City to improve commuting times and community safety.

This includes advocating for new bus routes and shared cycle paths through Landsdale and along Ocean Reef Road, as well as the dualling of Wanneroo Road between Joondalup and Flynn drives.

Welcome to the summer issue of What’s Happening magazine.

One of the things I love most about my role as Mayor is meeting and talking with many of you in the community.

Over the past months a very clear message is being repeated and the two words on everyone’s lips are Connect Wanneroo.

All of these projects are expected to have a positive impact on local job creation, community safety and commuting times in the City.

Without these vital pieces of infrastructure, our residents will continue to suffer, wasting hours on end stuck in congestion rather than spending precious time with their families.

The City listened and we are now supporting a community campaign to Connect Wanneroo. We are actively campaigning for the State Government to commit to funding rail to Yanchep, and to immediately extend the Mitchell Freeway to Romeo Road in Alkimos and through to Yanchep. These projects are crucial for local job creation, not only in the north but also to the east in the industrial area of Neerabup.

The Mayor’s Christmas Appeal was launched in October and provides a valuable opportunity to help people in our community who are in need of some support.

Please see page 10 for more details.

The City is once again sponsoring the Wanneroo Christmas Lunch for those who may find themselves on their own on Christmas Day. Held at 12pm in the Margaret Cockman Pavilion at the Wanneroo Showgrounds, the event is supported by the City of Wanneroo and local churches.

Christmas is celebrated with a three course sit down meal, festive carols, gifts and a Christmas message.

I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all of the churches and volunteers for making this event possible A range of other Christmas community events will be held in the lead up to 25 December, and I encourage you join your neighbours and share the Christmas spirit!

As a special Christmas gift to you, please find enclosed the City’s 2017 calendar which features photos from the 2016 Capture Your Wanneroo Experience photography competition.

We have plenty of talented photographers in the City and certainly, plenty of beautiful locations. We trust you will enjoy this gift.

On behalf of all at the City of Wanneroo, my fellow councillors, the CEO and City staff, I wish you all a safe and happy Christmas and wonderful new year.

Mayor Tracey Roberts JP

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR CLOSURES

The City will be maintaining core services during the holiday period, however it will be closed on all public holidays including Christmas Day,

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Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. There will be no change to waste services this year. Please visit our website for a full listing of closures

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across all community services.

For Ranger and security enquiries over the holiday period, please call 1300 13 83 93.

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CR DOMENIC ZAPPA M : 0415 524 787

CR SABINE WINTON M : 0427 608 627

CR DIANNE GUISE DEPUTY MAYOR T : 6102 0690

CR FRANK CVITAN JP T : 9409 9940 F : 9440 4777 M : 0419 994 944

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Christmas decorations outside the City of Wanneroo Civic Centre.

HOLIDAYS

I urge you to get on board and contact our state politicians and make your voice heard. Visit wanneroo.wa.gov.au/ connectwanneroo

At this time of year many people are getting ready for Christmas festivities, and the City of Wanneroo is no different!

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Mayor Tracey Roberts, Quinns-Mindarie Surf Life Saving President Neil Rigby (left), Vice President Neville Hogan (right) and Quinns-Mindarie Nippers look forward to the installation of the shark barrier.

BEACH

SHARK SAFETY BARRIER PLANNED FOR QUINNS ROCKS

Beach lovers in the City will soon benefit from a shark barrier at Quinns Beach.

Council recently considered tenders for the barrier, with City administration basing its recommendation on an assessment of the strength of the barriers and their suitability for conditions at Quinns Beach.

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Global Marine Enclosures was awarded the $420,000 contract.

Mayor Tracey Roberts said the barrier spelt good news for beach lovers in the City as well as marine life.

“Beach goers will feel safer knowing that the barrier is there to protect them from sharks,” Mayor Roberts said.

“Small marine life will also be safe from harm because, unlike traditional shark nets, the shark barrier allows small animals to pass freely through the barrier holes.

This is good news for snorkelling enthusiasts as well.”

The barrier is expected to be installed in early 2017.

NOW IS THE TIME TO FOCUS ON WATER SAFETY

It’s a quintessentially Australian summer scene…parents gathered around the barbecue while the kids are splashing in the sparkling pool.

But did you know that the majority of young children who drown in Australia each year, do so after falling into a backyard pool?

Stay safe this summer by following some valuable advice: Always supervise children Adult supervision of young children is required at all times. Parents and carers must always remain within arm’s reach of children in or around water.

Learn resuscitation All pool owners should know first aid so enrol in a course today.

Fence your pool Pool owners are responsible for ensuring their pool fences and gates comply with Australian standards and that they function correctly at all times.

Maintain your pool fence The City of Wanneroo inspects pool fences and gates every four years but owners must ensure that fences and gate are maintained and working correctly.

Familiarise your child with water Teach your child to swim or enrol your child in lessons. Contact Aquamotion on 9405 5999.

For more information about pool owner responsibilities, contact the City of Wanneroo Building Services on 9405 5000.

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BEACH SAFETY Follow these tips from Surf Life Saving WA to stay safe on the beach.

• Always swim between the red and yellow flags • Read the safety signs • Ask a lifeguard for advice • Supervise your child • Swim with a friend • Always swim at patrolled beaches For information about WA beaches, safety advice and conditions, visit www.beachsafe.org.au You can stay up to date with live safety information, patrol locations and shark sightings at www.twitter.com/slswa

FIRE

CITY’S YOUNG FIREFIGHTERS RECOGNISED

City of Wanneroo’s Fire Protection Officer Ricky Southgate, volunteer and finalist Richard Moon, Mayor Tracey Roberts and winner of the 2016 Firefighter Awards (Youth Achievement) Struan Graham.

A young City of Wanneroo volunteer firefighter has been recognised at the 2016 Firefighter Awards for his outstanding contribution to protecting the community.

Struan Graham, 21, a Wanneroo Central Bushfire volunteer, was announced as the winner of the 2016 Youth Achievement Award.

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He has organised a number of community events, including school visits and fire awareness presentations, all while juggling work and study.

“We are so proud of Struan and Richard and it is wonderful to see their outstanding efforts publicly recognised,” Mayor Roberts said.

“All of the City of Wanneroo’s volunteer firefighters do an incredible job to protect the community, investing a great deal of time and energy into their work.

“I congratulate both Struan and Richard for their contributions to the City of Wanneroo and the wider community. Their dedication and hard work is greatly appreciated.”

Struan and fellow volunteer Richard Moon, 17, a member of the Quinns Rocks brigade, were two of only three finalists in the Youth Achievement Award at this year’s Firefighter Awards.

Struan joined the Wanneroo Central Brigade at age 16 and since that time has taken on several roles within the brigade.

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ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE BUSHFIRE SEASON?

Keep your home safe from fire this summer by following some simple precautions.

and have a bushfire survival plan and kit ready.

• Install smoke detectors in your home and ensure they are in working order.

• Clear all vegetation, rubbish and flammable material away from the walls of your home it is a good idea to clear a 20 metre circle of safety around your home.

• Ensure all firewood, timber, petrol and kerosene are stored away from your home.

• Clean gutters and trim branches away from your home and other buildings.

REMEMBER • Water supply is not guaranteed during bushfires.

• Power supply is not guaranteed during bushfires.

• Saving a life takes priority over saving property so expect to evacuate during bushfires.

• Once evacuated, access to affected areas may not be possible for several days.

• Water bombing by aircraft cannot be guaranteed.

• SMS warnings provide advice only and may not be timely.

Residents living in bushland or suburbs near bushland, such as Banksia Grove and Carramar, should prepare their property

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Download fire safety tips from our website

TRANSPORT

CONNECT WANNEROO - GET ON BOARD!

The City of Wanneroo is a wonderful place to live, and Council wants to ensure it remains a place in which we will all love to live, work and play for generations to come.

Our community needs local employment opportunities and this needs to be supported by improved transport links.

That is why the City has been lobbying the state and federal governments for financial commitments to fund vital infrastructure like roads and rail.

Without these, our residents will continue to be forced to travel outside of the City for work, wasting valuable time stuck in horrendous traffic congestion instead of spending time with family and friends.

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Connect Wanneroo is a community campaign, backed by the City of Wanneroo, demanding the State Government commits to funding rail to Yanchep, and to immediately extend the Mitchell Freeway to Romeo Road in Alkimos and through to Yanchep.

Council needs your help to make sure politicians know what our community wants before the state election on 11 March. They need to hear our voices, loud and clear.

To get on board and help make the City a better place to live, sign up to send an email telling our politicians that you want rail to Yanchep, and the freeway immediately extended to Romeo Road and Yanchep.

Visit wanneroo.wa.gov.au/ connectwanneroo or call into a City library and sign a petition.

The Connect Wanneroo bus - get on board!

PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY - JINDALEE, THE PLACE TO BE a fun, free family event in our local community,” Ms Hutton said.

“The funding from the City of Wanneroo has enabled us to put this event on for the community as a free, fun day to celebrate Australia Day.” The event will feature activities such as inflatable waterslides, bouncy castles, a dunk machine, crazy hair spraying, face painting, balloon twisting and live acoustic music.

People of all ages are welcome to attend this free fun day and there will be wheelchair accessible areas and accessible toilet facilities.

Wanneroo Mayor Tracey Roberts said the City was proud to support the Jindalee group.

Local residents enjoying the festivities at the 2016 Australia Day event at Jindalee Foreshore.

“I have heard such wonderful things about this family-friendly event,” Mayor Roberts said.

The Jindalee Foreshore is the place to be this Australia Day, with live entertainment and activities.

Led by Rebecca Hutton, the working group has run an Australia Day event since 2014.

“What better way to spend Australia Day afternoon and evening than at the beach, enjoying everything that’s great about this fantastic country.”

The Australia Day Family Fun Day is run by the Jindalee Oz Day Working Group a small informal group of local community members and business people.

However, this is the first year the group has received funding through the City’s March community funding round, thanks to a new partnership with the Heart and Lung Transplant Foundation of WA.

Thursday 26 January 2017 Jindalee Boulevard, Jindalee Beach Water slides and bouncy castles 1.30pm-5.30pm Live acoustic music 3pm-9pm

“The 2017 Australia Day Family Fun Day is a great opportunity to enjoy

For City of Wanneroo Australia Day celebrations, see page 11.

The group was successful in gaining $3,180 in community funding from the City of Wanneroo earlier this year to help put on the 2017 event.

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NORTH COAST, CENTRAL AND SOUTH WARD PROJECT UPDATES

Tina Daly from Yanchep Little Athletics, Hamish McLeod from Environmental Industries and Jason and Melanie Glover from Yanchep District Junior Football Club inspect the plans for the new Yanchep Active Open Space precinct while Rueben (left), Griffen and Keanoe Glover looking forward to kicking goals.

Yanchep ovals taking shape Two full-sized sporting ovals are taking shape as part of the $7 million Yanchep Active Open Space project.

The massive social infrastructure investment by the City will see the multi-use ovals catering for AFL, little athletics, rugby, soccer and cricket, as well as hardcourts for netball and basketball.

There will also be passive recreation areas, pathways, park furniture, car park and drop-off facilities.

Throughout the development of the project the City has engaged with key stakeholders including Yanchep Little Athletics Club, Yanchep Junior Football Club and the Yanchep Redhawks Football and Cricket Clubs.

Little Athletics president Monica McCarthy said the club was eagerly awaiting the new facilities.

“We’ve worked closely with the City to provide the best opportunity for young athletes. This year we have more than 80 registered members - a record for the club - so it will be great to have dedicated facilities for athletics,” she said.

The sports pavilion includes changerooms, toilets, a multi-purpose room, umpire facilities and storage areas.

Construction of the pavilion will begin early in 2017 with completion scheduled for the second half of the year.

Connolly Drive work nears completion The City will complete one of its biggest ever road projects construction of the Connolly Drive dual carriageway between Clarkson and Butler (4.9km) - in early December.

Together with the associated dual carriageway works on Neerabup Road, due to be finished before Christmas, the projects have a combined value of more than $8.5 million.

During the Connolly Drive construction over the past two financial years, more than 20,000 cubic metres of earth was

The dualling of Connolly Drive is one of the biggest ever road projects undertaken by the City of Wanneroo.

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moved to accommodate the new road alignment.

More than 59,000 square metres of asphalt, alone worth more than $765,000, was laid to bring the road up to standard. This equates to covering around six soccer pitches or 140 basketball courts.

At the peak of construction there was more than $2 million of plant and equipment engaged on site.

The works were designed to improve the local traffic network and to complement the Main Roads projects on Wanneroo Road and extending the Mitchell Freeway.

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Unique facility in Carramar BMX enthusiasts have enjoyed the completion of the upgraded BMX track at Houghton Park, which has been available for use since September.

Improvements to the old BMX dirt jumps included construction of a pump track for younger riders and beginners, as well as an intermediate and advanced track.

The project was undertaken as a result of requests from community members, and extensive consultation was carried out including surveys, workshops and a focus group to assist with the design and concept development.

To date, more than 950 people have shown their support of the facility providing the City with positive feedback. Tapping resident and BMX rider Paul DePiazz said there was no similar facility and felt lucky to have it in his local area.

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Young Carramar residents are making the most of the upgraded BMX track.

“I was on the focus group since the beginning and I couldn’t have imagined it would be so good.

There’s nothing else like it!” he said.

“We’ve needed something like this for a long time and it’s great having a facility that brings families together and gives them something to do. It creates a really positive community atmosphere with lots of interaction.

“We all really appreciate what the council has done. It’s so progressive, something different not the same old

SOUTH

Library moves from concept to design The new southern suburbs library has moved into the detailed design phase, following the City of Wanneroo’s acceptance of an architectural concept for the two-storey building.

To be located on vacant land at the Kingsway Shopping Centre in Madeley, the building will offer traditional library products, in addition to innovative services such as a technology space, art hub and, most likely, a café.

The City invited four design consultancies to participate in a competition to prepare a preliminary concept before deciding on the Bollig Design Group to progress to the next stage.

Bollig will produce enough detail, based on its submitted concept, to prepare a development application for the proposal, with construction to begin in the 2017/18 financial year.

Along with the design work, the City will continue negotiations with the owners of the Kingsway Shopping Centre to secure freehold ownership of the library site, in accordance with a previous agreement that land be made available for ‘community purposes’.

Proactive roadworks The City’s proactive road resurfacing program continues apace in the southern suburbs.

Cr Hayden From September until early in the new year, more than $2 million will be spent on renewal works, including

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stuff you normally see in a park.”

Usage of the track will help the City develop a management plan for the facility, which will be supported by ongoing engagement with the users of the BMX jumps and local residents. The plan will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with the existing project working group, which includes track users and community members.

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kerb removal/replacement, drainage upgrades, crossover aprons, asphalt resurfacing and necessary reinstatements.

Work locations in Koondoola are: Callison Way, Rudkin Place, Varcoe Road, Henniker Way, Hollingsworth Avenue, Burlinson Crescent, Puglia Place, Meredith Way, Rendell Way, Thake Court, Swincer Way and Tempany Way. Work will also be carried out at Alexander Heights on Greenpark Road and Tower Hill Road and at Girrawheen on the Montrose Park car park.

Meanwhile, work continues on the $780,000 Marangaroo Drive Rehabilitation - between Wanneroo Road and Templeton Crescent - and is due to be finished in December with new asphalt surfacing.

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FACILITY

NEW KOONDOOLA COMMUNITY CENTRE OPENS ITS DOORS

The Koondoola Community Centre was officially opened in October with the Koondoola Family Fun Day. This $3.4 million project delivered a first-class community centre, catering for the needs of local residents in Koondoola as well as Alexander Heights, Girrawheen and Marangaroo.

Hundreds of community members turned out for the fun day, which had plenty of family-friendly free activities.

The fun day also offered a showcase of local services and clubs in the Girrawheen/Koondoola area.

The centre features function space, an activity room, meeting rooms, an office, kitchen with servery, canteen, storage facilities and changerooms to support the playing fields.

Wanneroo Mayor Tracey Roberts said a number of community groups regularly used the centre, for everything from calisthenics to the Vietnamese Seniors Club.

“The new Koondoola Community Centre is another fantastic facility that the City of Wanneroo is proud to deliver for our residents,” Mayor Roberts said.

“We were also very thankful to receive a $700,000 Lotterywest grant towards the building of the centre.”

Mayor Tracey Roberts with Cr Nguyen, Cr Simpkins, Cr Zappa and Cr Treby.

A percentage of the project budget was set aside for public art. Western Australian artist Si Hummerston was commissioned to create artworks representative of the local area. As Koondoola is the Noongar word meaning ‘Place of Emus’, Si created two works, Bushwalk and Bifold Emu Feather, as a visual depiction of this meaning.

The Australian themed Bushwalk is located in the forecourt leading into the centre and is a series of three figures representing the community coming together at this meeting place. The second work titled Bifold Emu Feather is a brushed aluminium bifold emu feather located in the foyer.

The aim of the artworks is to personalise the centre and create a sense of place. It is hoped the works will create conversations

Artist Si Hummerston.

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about the local community and express its identity.

Vietnamese Full Gospel Church Pastor Phong Truong, who has been using the new facility with his congregation, said they really liked the new centre because it had plenty of rooms for their church and made running services easier.

“The new facility has plenty of rooms for our church and it is much better if we have more rooms to run separate activities at the same time - like our program for toddlers. Our favourite part is the main hall and the playground,” Pastor Phong said.

“We really like the facility and we would like to thank the City of Wanneroo for providing it to the community.”

The centre is available for casual bookings, contact 9405 5000.

SUMMER

FAMILY FRIENDLY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

The weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer.

Whatever your interest - the City of Wanneroo has it covered. Explore your own backyard this summer.

Yanchep National Park

Wanneroo Botanic Gardens

Mindarie Marina

See the koalas, have a go at Easyrider Adventures, walk the trails, enjoy a meal at Yanchep Inn or sample a chocolate at Chocolate Drops.

For $22, people can have access to Yanchep National Park all year round, or pay $12 per car per visit. parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/Yanchep

Walk amongst the dappled shade of the beautiful trees at Wanneroo Botanic Gardens, taking in the sights of the stunning flowers and waterfalls.

Or have a game of unique mini golf among the scenic garden setting. wanneroobotanicgardens.com.au

Mindarie Marina truly has something for everyone. Hire a kayak and tour the marina, set out on a cruise or deep sea fishing adventure or play a game of beach volleyball.

Afterwards, enjoy a family-friendly meal of fish and chips at The Boat, or sample the craft beer at the Indian Ocean Brewing Company. visitmindarie.com.au

Strawberry Picking Wanneroo is famous for its market gardens, and several of the strawberry farms open their gates for picking during spring/early summer.

Kids will love picking their own fruit and you can take home an entire 1kg box of strawberries for as little as $8!

Check individual strawberry farms for opening hours.

Butler Pedal Boats The Butler Pedal Boat Co is sure to be a big hit over the summer months, and is a great addition to Brampton Park.

Four people can go in each pedal boat to see the koi, ducks, or just enjoy the peace and quiet on the picturesque lake. Pedal boat hire costs $10 for half an hour.

Brampton Park, Kingsbridge Boulevard, Butler

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VISITOR GUIDE D DOWNLOA Y A D TO

wanneroo.wa.gov.au/discover Yanchep National Park.

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APPEAL

‘TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY - MAYOR’S CHRISTMAS APPEAL Wanneroo Mayor Tracey Roberts thanked the community for its support.

“I am constantly amazed at the generosity and Christmas spirit shown by our wonderful community in supporting those in need.

“Donations will be distributed to those less fortunate within our City so they too can enjoy the festive season,” she said.

Mayor Tracey Roberts with the generous students from Marangaroo Primary School.

Each year the City of Wanneroo conducts the Mayor’s Christmas Appeal to assist members of our community who are facing financial hardship.

This year, hundreds of local schools, community groups, businesses and residents have dug deep and donated food items, toys and gifts.

WANNEROO CHRISTMAS LUNCH The City is once again sponsoring the Wanneroo Christmas Lunch at the Margaret Cockman Pavilion, commencing at 12noon on Christmas Day. This free community event provides a traditional sit-down hot lunch, gifts and entertainment t,o residents who would appreciate company on this special day.

FESTIVE Registration is essential. (Including children) Please call 9306 7191 or visit wanneroochristmaslunch.com

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Families enjoying the festivities at last year’s event.

CELBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH CAROLS IN THE CITY EVENTS

Family and friends are invited to sing-a-long this Christmas at a number of free festive events supported by the City’s Community Funding Program.

Supported events in 2016 include: Girradoola Community Christmas Celebration Sunday 4 December 2016 1pm Roseworth Primary School Oval, Girrawheen, parking limited Enquiries: Roseworth Child and Parent Centre 9342 6363

Salvation Army Merriwa Community Christmas Carols

True North Church Somerly Carols in the Park

Friday 9 December 2016 6pm-10pm Addison Park, Merriwa Enquiries: Nikki 0407 271 003

Sunday 11 December 2016 6.30pm-9.30pm Riverlinks Park, Clarkson Enquiries: Fiona 0403 988 296

Yanchep Two Rocks Community Recreation Association Carols in the Park

Wanneroo Residents and Ratepayers Association Wanneroo Community Carols by Candlelight

Saturday 10 December 2016 4.30pm-8.30pm Charnwood Park, Two Rocks Enquiries: Julie 0438 862 953

Sunday 11 December 2016 7.30pm-9pm Jacaranda Amphitheatre 23 Dundebar Road, Wanneroo Bring a picnic rug or chair Enquiries: Dot 0407 9841 149

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CITIZENS

AUSTRALIA DAY CITIZENSHIP CEREMONY LARGEST IN WA

Once again the City of Wanneroo is set to host the biggest citizenship ceremony in WA on Australia Day. More than 600 people are set to make the pledge to become Australian citizens at the Wanneroo Showgrounds on 26 January.

It will be a very special day for the new citizens, as they are entertained with music and enjoy a traditional Aussie barbecue breakfast cooked by the Wanneroo Scout Group.

FITNESS

EXERCISE AND FITNESS IN WANNEROO

Now the sun is shining, staying active is easy with these free and fun options.

Join a walking group All ages and fitness levels are welcome.

Butler - every Wednesday 8am, meet at Butler Community Centre Marangaroo every Tuesday and Thursday 4.30pm and Saturday and Sunday 8.30am.

Meet at John Maloney Park.

Jindalee every Wednesday 8.30am, meet at Brigantine Park

AWARDS

Grab a cycle map and explore your suburb Bike skill workshops are still being offered to City of Wanneroo primary schools. If you would like a workshop at your school, contact the City on 9405 5000.

HBF Fitness Classes The City and HBF are partnering again to deliver another season of HBF Fitness in Marangaroo to help you start feeling amazing.

Registrations open 21 November and the program starts 16 January 2017. For more information, visit hbffitness.com.au For more information to keep you moving, visit wanneroo. wa.gov.au/sportandleisure for everything related to our fitness centres, programs and parks or to yourmove.org.au for cycle maps and other transport tools.

CITY A FINALIST IN WA SENIORS AWARDS

The City of Wanneroo has been named a finalist in the WA Seniors Awards in the Local Government category, which recognises councils’ innovative programs and services for older people.

One such program is a collaborative effort with North Metro TAFE which has seen students enjoy practical experience with seniors groups to support their learning, communication skills and preparedness for the workplace.

Senior clients have access to beauty students, personal fitness students and enrolled nursing students and have been able to enjoy hand and feet beauty treatments, head/ shoulder massages, group exercise, personal training and more.

Mindarie resident Margaret Reed, 82, has been making the most of the personal fitness and beauty sessions on offer through the TAFE. “All of the activities have been wonderful, especially the personal training,” Margaret said.

“I hadn’t exercised in many years but I gave it a try and thoroughly enjoyed the weight lifting and balance exercises.

“At my age I need lessons in balance! But it was very reassuring to know that there was a hand to catch me if I felt unsteady.

“All of the students were wonderful and are becoming experts in their field. I would love to join the program again if it’s offered in future.”

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Margaret Reed enjoying the fitness session.

INTERNET

CITY’S ONLINE SERVICES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

The City is working on implementing additional online services in order to enable customers to connect with the City at a time and place that suits you.

A variety of options are already available on our website and accessible from a smartphone, or via a computer at any of the City’s libraries.

Pay Online What you can pay online: • Rates payments • Invoice payment • Animal registration renewal • Infringements and fines • Food premise renewal Planning and Building Apply to obtain building permit approval through signing up, completing the online form, uploading plans and making a payment. Please refer to ‘What approvals do I need’ on the City’s website if unsure of requirements.

Communication Health and Safety Apply to obtain Food Business Notification and Registration (Food Act 2008) by completing the online form and making a payment.

YOUTH

Waste and Recycling Find your weekly waste and bulk verge collection dates.

Contact Us Need to request a service, report a problem or have a general enquiry?

Click on the ‘Contact Us’ icon on the City’s website and you can: • Report graffiti • Lodge a general enquiry • Provide feedback

Coming Soon • Requesting new bins for newly built homes • Reporting missing/damaged bins • Lodging land development applications

BUTLER BONANZA BURSTING WITH ENTERTAINMENT

Music, skate comps, arts, dance, sports workshops and inflatables.

All this and more will be on offer at the Butler Bonanza, a free community event to showcase the music and dance talents of local young people.

There will be a range of activities to suit every age group and all kinds of interests, including workshops with premier sporting agencies.

The West Australian Youth Jazz Orchestra will also perform with students from Butler College from 7pm-8pm, giving families a chance to come down with a picnic blanket and enjoy the show.

Friday 20 January 2016 /1pm-8pm Kingsbridge Reserve FREE Corner of Connolly Drive and Kingsbridge Blvd, Butler Free event, enquiries 9405 5000

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The Butler Bonanza is proudly presented by the City of Wanneroo, and supported by Satterley, WAYJO, Freestyle Now, Headspace, WACA, Football West and the West Coast Eagles.

LIBRARY

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SUMMER READING CLUB HEROES Be the Hero. Be the Villain.

Unleash your imagination and get ready for action.

Find plenty to test your superhero skills at your local library throughout the summer holidays.

A feature event will be held on Sunday 11 December at the Cockman House Christmas celebration.

This is a great opportunity to bring the family for an afternoon picnic, register the children for the Reading Club and test everyone’s superhero skills. (See page 14) 1 December 2016 to FREE 31 January 2017 Free event held at all City of Wanneroo libraries

ETSY WORKSHOP Are you creative? Ever thought about selling your handmade goods?

A workshop with the Etsy Street Team will give you an overview of how Etsy online marketplace works, what it can do for sellers, and tips on photography and search engine optimisation.

A workbook will be supplied to help you start your online store.

FREE

Saturday 3 December 2016 10.30am-12.30pm, Clarkson Library Free event, bookings essential, 16yrs+

BRING YOUR WHEELS TO THE BIKE DOCTOR Be a bike hero at Clarkson Library.

Get your bike checked by the Bike Doctor for free.

Make up a creative design for a bike station sign and enter the competition to win a prize.

DECORATE YOUR LIBRARY TREE Come and help decorate your library’s Christmas tree.

Make amazing decorations, cards and gifts from new and recycled materials.

Leave one at the library to help decorate the library tree and take one home for your own tree.

Thursday 19 January 2017 FREE 10am-12noon, Clarkson Library Free event, bookings not required.

For ages 6-16 years

Wednesday 14 December 2016 3.30pm-5pm, Clarkson and FREE Yanchep/Two Rocks libraries Free event, bookings essential

LIBRARY CHRISTMAS HOURS 16 December closed from 1pm 23 December closed from 4pm 24 December normal Saturday hours 25-27 December closed 28-31 December open 9am-4pm Clarkson and Wanneroo only 3 January normal hours resume

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All library event bookings can be made online via the Events Calendar at library.wanneroo.wa.gov.au

CITY OF WANNEROO HERITAGE, ARTS AND EXHIBITIONS JOIN THE FESTIVITIES AT COCKMAN HOUSE HERITAGE

Cockman House will be opened for a special Christmas celebration.

Bring a picnic afternoon tea and relax under the trees listening to Simone and Girlfunkel.

Enjoy the Christmas festivities including vintage craft activities and old fashioned games.

Write or read your own Christmas story in the Book Cubby and follow our Christmas stilt walking angel as she sprinkles her magic over the grounds of Cockman House.

Sunday 11 December 2016 2pm-5pm, parking on the grounds Free entry, enquiries 9405 5920

FREE

WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND Christmas has never been so much fun with our stunning and free Winter Wonderland event running throughout December.

Suitable for children of all ages with an accompanying adult, there will be a variety of free activities available including crafts, storytelling and the

Book Cubby with plenty of Christmas books to read. You will also have the opportunity to make and print your own Christmas book about What Christmas Means to You? FREE

Monday to Friday / 10am-4pm 7 December to 23 December 2017 Conference Room, Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre Free entry, enquiries 9405 5920

VISIT THE LIVE, WORK, PLAY EXHIBITION This free-entry exhibition, based on parts of the book Live, Work, Play: Wanneroo Recollections, published in 2015 captures how Wanneroo pioneers and other people lived, earned their livelihood and spent their precious leisure time.

Through historical text, recollections, photographs and objects, it brings to

life people’s experiences and shares with the community some of the wonderful material in the Wanneroo Museum and Community History Centre.

Monday to Saturday / 10am-4pm 20 January to 18 February 2017 Gallery, level 2, Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre Free entry, enquiries 9405 5920

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FREE

Rose Vlahov (nee Parin) and family with visitors at a Wanneroo wood camp in the early 1930s.

ART AWARD ENTRIES OPENING SOON

Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre (WLCC) 3 Rocca Way, Wanneroo, enquiries 9405 5914

Entries open in early February for the popular City of Wanneroo Community Art Awards and Exhibition, a major feature of the City’s cultural calendar.

Held annually since 2001, the exhibition provides a low cost opportunity for a mix of artists from first time exhibiters, to hobbyists, semi-professionals and professionals to exhibit, potentially sell their artwork and be eligible to win from the prize pool of $16,800.

City of Wanneroo Community Art Awards and Exhibition 2016 overall winner Andy Quilty with his Works on Paper piece Papa #3.

Entries open for Wanneroo residents on Monday 6 February.

Entries for all WA-resident artists

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open at 9am on Monday 13 February 2016.

Entries close when 230 entries have been received or at 4pm on Friday 7 April 2016.

The online entry form will be available closer to the date at wanneroo.wa.gov.au/ artawardsentryform requiring a photo download of the completed artwork and payment of the $25 entry fee.

The exhibition will run from Saturday 13 May to Saturday 17 June 2017 Enquiries to Wanneroo Museum on 9405 5920 or email arts@wanneroo.wa.gov.au

VIEW THE CITY’S ART COLLECTION ONLINE The City of Wanneroo has 250 artworks in its art collection which is now available to view online.

The collection includes paintings, works on paper, photographs and small sculptures.

The online gallery gives Wanneroo residents and the general public an easy way to view artworks that are

on display across the City, as well as to see what artists are represented in the collection.

The gallery aims to promote and foster an appreciation of Wanneroo’s and Western Australia’s rich artistic heritage by making it available from the comfort of people’s homes. wanneroo.wa.gov.au/artcollection

Helen Dundo - Bazz. Acquired 2011.

Ceramic Sculpture.

NORTHERN PERSPECTIVES 2017 HIGHLIGHTS STUDENT ARTISTS Northern Perspectives 2017 will showcase the artwork of Year 11 and 12 students from schools within the cities of Wanneroo, Joondalup and Stirling.

The exhibition will provide students with the opportunity to display their work in a world class gallery environment and we encourage entries from a variety of mediums.

Organised guided tours of the exhibition can be arranged for school groups. Also, workshops will be available from industry professionals for students to learn more and hone their skills.

Monday to Saturday / 10am-4pm 24 February to 8 April 2017 FREE Main Gallery, Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre Free entry, enquiries 9405 5920 Alicia Fella - Untitled. Acrylic on wood and plaster. Mindarie Senior College 2015.

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FREE Free outdoor cinema nights EVENT

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January and February 2017

TICKETS ESSENTIAL

Gates open 6pm, screenings from 7.30pm Jacaranda Amphitheatre, 23 Dundebar Road, Wanneroo

4 January Paddington

11 January Minions

18 January Tangled

25 January Last Cab to Darwin

6 January Bridget Jones’s Diary

13 January Shutter Island

20 January The Revenant

27 January The Great Gatsby

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TICKETS WEEK 1 Resident tickets available from 9am 12 December

TICKETS WEEK 5 Resident tickets available from 9am 16 January

7 January The Good Dinosaur

1 February Daddy’s Home

3 February Deadpool

4 February Home

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TICKETS WEEK 2 Resident tickets available from 9am 19 December

TICKETS WEEK 6 Resident tickets available from 9am 23 December

14 January Zootopia

8 February Magic Mike

10 February Legend

11 February A Bug’s Life

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TICKETS WEEK 3 Resident tickets available from 9am 3 January

TICKETS WEEK 7 Resident tickets available from 9am 30 January

21 January The Jungle Book

15 February He’s Just Not That Into You

17 February The Boss

18 February Finding Dory

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TICKETS WEEK 4 Resident tickets available from 9am 9 January

TICKETS WEEK 8 Resident tickets available from 9am 6 February

28 January Frozen

22 February Bad Moms

24 February Captain America: Civil War

25 February How to Train your Dragon 2

For full details and general ticket release dates please visit wanneroo.wa.gov.au/LITA

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Enjoy live music, vintage stalls and celebrate everything retro!

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