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Ashburton July 2012
Hands of Harmony: Reconciliation Week at Tom Price Primary School National Reconciliation Week: Indigenous and non-Indigenous reconciliation for the wellbeing of the Australian nation. Students at Tom Price Primary School recognised National Reconciliation Week this year by creating ‘Hands of Harmony’. Students wrote a message about relationships between different races and cultures living in harmony on one side of their hand and created an artwork on the other side. The year seven class hosted an assembly to mark the occasion and invited all students to plant their hand in the grass near the school flagpoles, which proudly fly the national, state, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders flags.
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“ Everyone together equals happiness”: students write messages of reconciliation on the Hands of Harmony. Photograph by Emma Reiter-Youd
The project proved to have a positive impact on students. Year six student Shakiel Dickerson described the experience: “It was cool making and planting the hands. They look awesome in the rainforest and lots of people go in there.” Daniel Greatorex added: “I got to read the messages on lots of hands when I was planting them and they were magnificent!” The school’s Aboriginal Education committee arranged this event and will soon be coordinating a NAIDOC event. “We recently won a Partnership Acceptance Learning Sharing (PALS) grant from the Department of Indigenous Affairs’” said Kath Hart, Aboriginal Education Coordinator. “These funds will be allocated to improving our school rainforest area to make it into a Reconciliation Garden.
The hands created by our students will become of the art display in this garden,” said Ms Hart. The PALS initiative encourages young people to take a leadership role in strengthening the relationships that exist in their local community between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. To do this, students expand their knowledge of traditional Indigenous culture and lifestyle and explore how it has been impacted over the past two hundred years by external factors such as European settlement, government policies, religion, technology and education. This new level of understanding is then used to introduce a positive change in their life and community. National Reconciliation Week is held annually from 27 May to 3 June.
‘If we are to improve relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other Australians we need more people talking about the issues and coming up with innovative ways to create positive change.’ Reconciliation Australia www.reconciliation.org.au Page 1 | Inside Ashburton | July 2012
Sculptors to consult community on entry statements New entry statements for Paraburdoo, Onslow and Tom Price are in the making. Smith Sculptors will be visiting Ashburton from 17-20 July to consult with local communities on designing the entry statements and the redevelopment of Tom Price RSL Park. Joan and Charlie (Smith Sculptors) have a genuine connection to the Pilbara and are keen to work with the local residents to listen to views, ideas and opinions. This is an important contribution to help them produce stunning and unique sculptures that capture the magnificence and beauty of our towns. Smith Sculptors have an enviable reputation for their work including the Anzac Memorial in Onslow; the Heritage Trail Sculptures at Burswood Park; the HMAS Sydney Memorial in Geraldton; sculptures throughout Hay Street Mall and the Kangaroos on Perth Terrace. More examples of their local and international works can be found at: www.smithsculptors.com Concept designs have been produced as a starting point for the consultation process. Ideas include a crystalline Iron Ore sculpture for Tom Price and a Willy Willy for Onslow. Ideas for Paraburdoo Entry Statement will be captured at the Paraburdoo community meetings. Joan and Charlie hope to consult with as many groups as possible including Aboriginal groups, young people, businesses, schools, and community groups.
Concept design for the Tom Price Peace Park
If you, or a group you are part of, would like to be part of this consultation process please contact Deb Wilkes, Executive Manager Community Development at the Shire on 0414 545 013, or register your interest online at www.ashburton.wa.gov.au
COMMUNITY CONSULTATION DATES: Paraburdoo – Tuesday 17 July 2012 Tom Price – Wednesday 18 July 2012 Onslow – Friday 20 July 2012
Concept designs illustrate scale reference for height. Community consultations will help decide the actual placement of sculptures.
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The Willy Willy sculpture is the concept design for Onslow’s entry statement
Biggest iron ore ‘Start up’ project in Australia The Shire of Ashburton is playing host to the biggest “start-up” iron ore project in Australia: Fortescue Metals Group’s Solomon project, 70 kms north of Tom Price. Construction is reaching its peak, with around 2500 workers from over 30 contractors on site; increasing to around 3500 over the next couple of months. Fortescue expects to see the first ore stockpiles taking shape in October this year, with Solomon producing at its nameplate capacity of 60 million tonnes per year by June 2013. “This is a massive project with many challenges, including some very difficult terrain,” said Solomon General Manager Anthony Kirke. “However, Fortescue’s ‘can do’ attitude has seen us on track to meet our deadlines. The teamwork and problem solving that I’ve witnessed on this project has been nothing short of inspirational.” In line with Fortescue’s commitment to keep key stakeholders updated on Solomon’s progress, councillors and staff from the Shire of Ashburton toured the site on May 15. “The Solomon Mine Tour was extremely interesting,” said Councillor Lisa Shields. “Both from the perspective of being able to better understand what goes into actually building a mine and also in relation to how this mine fits in with Fortescue’s overall business strategy and the potential impact that this will have on Tom Price,” Cr Shields added. “Unfortunately we were not allowed to get into the brand new dump trucks but seeing them up close reminds us of the sheer size of these types of operations.”
Solomon General Manager Anthony Kirke with Shire Executive Managers Geoff Brayford and Frank Ludovico
While the project is massive and the iron ore will be exported overseas, Fortescue is committed to supporting the communities that host its activities. In the case of Solomon, that’s Tom Price. “I am looking forward to seeing Fortescue, the Shire and our community continuing to work together over the coming years to forge partnerships that have long term benefits,” Councillor Shields said. Fortescue’s Community Superintendent and Tom Price resident, Scott Hansen, said that he is committed to assisting the local community
To achieve residential population growth, Fortescue is a supportive advocate for the delivery of affordable, residential and commercial land in Tom Price…
identify opportunities arising from Fortescue’s activities. “Local businesses and Tom Price community groups are seeing the benefits of Fortescue’s presence in the area,” Scott said. “Fortescue spent almost $8 million with businesses in the Shire of Ashburton between March 2011 and April 2012, while sporting, nonprofit and community groups in Tom Price have received nearly $100,000 of community support funding from Fortescue since September 2011. These benefits will continue to flow as the project moves from construction to operations.” Fortescue has also been working closely with the Tom Price Paraburdoo Business Association to increase their capacity to act as an advocacy group to address the barriers to local business growth and new business entry. “To achieve residential population growth, Fortescue is a supportive advocate for the delivery of affordable, residential and commercial land in Tom Price so that community businesses can win work and increase capability with a residential workforce,” said Scott.
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SIGNS OF LIFE
Black Swan Theatre coming to Paraburdoo and Tom Price The Shire of Ashburton & Rio Tinto are pleased to be the main sponsors of ‘Signs of Life’ Theatre performance coming to Paraburdoo and Tom Price to celebrate NAIDOC week.
THURSDAY 5 JULY 2012, 7PM ASHBURTON HALL, PARABURDOO TICKETS: advance bookings $8/door sales $10 BOOKINGS: Shire of Ashburton Paraburdoo on 9189 5402 or paraburdoo-reception@ashburton.wa.gov.au
SATURDAY 7 JULY 2012, 7PM TOM PRICE COMMUNITY CENTRE HALL (off Tamarind St) TICKETS: advance bookings $8/door sales $10 BOOKINGS: Shire of Ashburton Tom Price on 9188 4444 or reception@ashburton.wa.gov.au
Tom E. Lewis rehearsing for Signs of Life. Photograph by Gary Marsh
Onslow Early Learning Centre doors open Long-awaited childcare services returned to Onslow on 21 May, with the opening of the Onslow Early Learning Centre at the multi-purpose complex (MPC) in McGrath Avenue. The centre is operated by the Children’s Services Support Unit (CSSU) and has the capacity to care for up to 19 children, with four places catering for children under the age of two years. It is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4.30pm. It’s an exciting time for Onslow families according to Shire of Ashburton President Kerry White. “Families have been crying out for day care services for a considerable length of time,” Cr White said. The new service will enable families to ease their children into full-time care and take up work opportunities brought about by resource development and the growth of Onslow. “BHP Billiton Petroleum and the Shire are contributors to the new service and the Shire is especially thankful to the BHP Billiton Macedon Project for
its ongoing commitment to families in Onslow,” Cr White said. “We are also very grateful to the funders of our bright and modern multi-purpose centre – Royalties for Regions, Pilbara Development Commission, Onslow Salt, Department for Sport and Recreation and Emergency Services Australia.” “It’s great to see the centre being used to expand the liveability of the Onslow community,” Cr White added. CSSU reports that parents are welcome to come down and take a wander through the centre – those who have already visited have been amazed and delighted. CSSU also welcomed Emma and David Lawson to take up positions at the centre. Both are experienced and qualified Early Childhood Practitioners. Emma has taken the helm as the Centre Director and David is the Early Childhood Educator.
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Photograph by Travis Hayto
As the service numbers grow CSSU will be looking for further staff to fill positions at the centre. Parents who wish to enrol their child please telephone 9184 6132. Although positions are filling quickly there are still places available.
New initiative to assist Traditional Owners – Turning bright ideas into new businesses Tom Price headquartered Gumala Aboriginal Corporation (GAC) has launched a new and innovative initiative to assist the not-for-profit organisation’s members, the Traditional Owners, in setting up their own businesses. The new initiative, called the Business Development Program, is currently in the process of being implemented. As part of the implementation of the program, GAC is working on a Skills Audit, which will provide a better idea of the skills, capabilities and business experiences of the membership. Following its full implementation, GAC will be ensuring that a comprehensive range of services are available to the Traditional Owners, including assistance with developing their business ideas, producing comprehensive business plans, seeking external funding where applicable and offering long term support for these businesses once they are operational. The goal of the program is to provide access to resources and information as well as a hands-on approach, working
with Gumala members to help take their business proposals to the next stage or assist in the growth of their current business ventures. GAC recently appointed a Business Development Manager to drive the development and implementation of the program and do the hands-on work assisting members with every step of the way. The newly appointed Business Development Manager, Paul Avery, has a significant business and commercial background. GAC is confident that this new program, together with our existing mix of proactive, highly successful programs and projects (including key areas such as health, education and lore and culture), are key contributors to improving the long term economic selfdetermination of the Traditional Owners.
GAC is confident that this new program, together with our existing mix of proactive, highly successful programs and projects… are key contributors to improving the long term economic self-determination of the Traditional Owners. I’d like to encourage residents living in the Shire of Ashburton to visit our website ww.gumala.com.au and checkout all of the great initiatives Gumala is currently carrying out, for the short and long term benefit to the Traditional Owners that we serve. Steve Mav, Chief Executive Officer, Gumala Aboriginal Corporation
Property values increase The Government review of the Gross Rental Valuation (GRV) of properties within the Shire’s townsites is carried out every four years. The GRV is used to calculate Shire rates. Due to the unprecedented growth and activity within the Shire, valuations have changed significantly. Property valuations have increased from $44.5 million four years ago to $116.4 million and will come into effect on the 1st July 2012.
A modest increase in rates is generally expected across the shire, this is partly the result of 11% decrease in Federal Assistance Grants (FAGS) which forms a major part of the Shire’s income.
The effect of these new valuations could see significant changes to rates being charged to ratepayers depending on their individual property valuation.
More detailed information is being provided for ratepayers and will accompany individual rate notices.
The Council has been able to use a ‘differential rate’ mechanism to provide a more equitable distribution of the rates with the GRV rate in the dollar being approximately halved which is expected to be adopted by Council.
Details of gross rental valuation and how it is determined can be found at http://www.landgate.wa.gov.au
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Do you have any great stories about living in our towns?
Pet Profile
Want to be part of history? The Shire of Ashburton, together with Edith Cowan University, are undertaking a project to capture the stories and histories of Tom Price, Paraburdoo, Pannawonica and Onslow over the past 40 years. In late June and early July a team of final year students from ECU will be visiting each of our towns to talk to individuals, businesses, students, young people, local artists and anyone else interested in being part of this exciting project.
The Onslow work will be available as a “live” on-line website that will include photographs, stories, radio interviews, videos and much, much more. It will be a living, breathing story over time and into the future.
The work they are engaging in will be see hard print and on-line magazines produced for each Tom Price, Paraburdoo and Pannawonica to celebrate the 40 year gazetting of each of these towns.
If you, or someone you know, would like to be involved, or would simply like more information about this, please contact Deb Wilkes, Executive Manager Community Development, on 0414 545 013.
In Onslow the work will form the basis of a 5 year project where the students will come up every 6 months to capture stories as the town grows.
Name: Meg Looking for: Loving home Age: 12wks old Likes: Playing & getting cuddles Dislikes: Supervise me when I’m outside and bring me in at night. Appearance: Calico=mix of tabby, white, orange, grey
Recruitment The Shire of Ashburton is currently experiencing a period of rapid growth and development and has various positions vacant with more becoming available shortly. Current positions include: • Diesel Mechanic (FIFO) • Supervisor Town Maintenance – Onslow • Executive Assistant, Community Development – Onslow/Tom Price • Project Manager – Paraburdoo • Town Revitalisation Manager • Administration, Project & Technical Support Officer • Major Projects Manager (FIFO) • Cleaner – Onslow • Activities Officers – Tom Price/Pannawonica/Onslow • Finance Officer – Tom Price (Casual) • Accounts Receivable Officer – Tom Price • Finance Coordinator – Tom Price • Project Support Officer – Tom Price An information package on each of these positions can be obtained by visiting our website www.ashburton.wa.gov.au or by contacting our Recruitment Coordinator, Annwen Pettit on (08) 9188 4468.
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Other Pets: I am interested in dogs and not scared by them, I like to show other cats how bold I am. Relationship status: Meg is a lovely kitten, has been handled by plenty of admiring children and loves to play and hide. She is full of fun and evenings are her quiet time when she is happy to cuddle up to you. Meg would be a great pet for anyone and is such a cutie, her colours make her stand out from other cats. Her adoption fee includes desex and 2x F3 vaccinations. To view Meg contact SAFE Tom Price on 0437 511 692 or email tomprice@safe.asn.au More profile information and photos are available on the main www.safe.asn.au pets in Tom Price/Paraburdoo. Follow us on Facebook by joining SAFE Tom Price/Paraburdoo
NAIDOC WEEK: 1-8 July
Customer Satisfaction Survey
Community Event Tom Price: Sunday 1st July 2012 Lions Park, Tom Price 12pm – 3pm
SHARING OF COUNTRY
The Shire of Ashburton will conduct a benchmark Community Satisfaction Survey in August/September 2012. The Survey will be available online and in print. The Survey will measure the views, ideas and suggestions and community members across the whole Shire. The objectives of the Community Survey are to: • Provide the community with the opportunity to communicate openly and candidly with the Management Team & Council staff at the Shire of Ashburton • Identify key issues for Shire of Ashburton residents • Measure performance across key areas for the Shire of Ashburton • Use the information from the community survey in a meaningful way to build a stronger and more satisfied community.
‘Gurrma-mayda – Yulungga’ (we are together on country) (Banyjima language translation granted by local traditional elder for NAIDOC Celebration)
All welcome to come and participate in celebrating Indigenous culture
WELCOME TO COUNTRY CEREMONY & FLAG RAISING Traditional language display Representation from local Aboriginal Corporations Gumala radio LIVE with Tadam Lockyer Burn pit open fire with traditional cooking and bush tucker tasting Food stalls including sausage sizzle, damper and refreshments Free healthy lifestyle checksQuilt making with Indigenous art designs A range of kids activities including art, bouncy castle and earth ball Photographic Exhibition by local youth Traditional art and crafts NAIDOC Week promotional merchandise give-aways For more information contact Shire of Ashburton Community Services on 9188 0803 Event proudly sponsored by Rio Tinto and Fortescue Metals Group
So, have your say in the Survey! For more information contact the Shire Administration Centre on 9188 4444 or soa@ashburton.wa.gov.au
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NAIDOC WEEK: 1-8 July NAIDOC (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee) is a week of recognition for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and is an opportunity for Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians to join together to recognise the valuable contribution Indigenous people make to Australia’s national identity. All Australians are encouraged to participate in celebrating Indigenous heritage and culture. Each year, a theme is chosen to reflect the important issues and events for NAIDOC Week.
This year’s national theme is the Spirit of the Tent Embassy: 40 years on. Brief history of the Tent Embassy In 1972 four Aboriginal men (Michael Anderson, Billy Craigie, Tony Coorey and Bertie Williams) arrived in Canberra to establish the Aboriginal Embassy by planting a beach umbrella on the lawn in front of Parliament House (now Old Parliament House). The beach umbrella was soon replaced by several tents and Aboriginal people and non-Indigenous supporters came from all parts of Australia to join the protest. During the first six months of its life in 1972 the Embassy succeeded in uniting Aboriginal people throughout Australia in demanding uniform national land rights and mobilised widespread non-Indigenous support for their struggle.
PARABURDOO The Paraburdoo community is invited to a special NAIDOC event to be held on Thursday 19th July.
The Tent Embassy is the only Indigenous heritage place in Australia recognised nationally as a site representing political struggle for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We will acknowledge the 2012 theme by celebrating the 40 Year Tent Embassy in Canberra. A fire will be on display to assimilate the Canberra Tent Embassy, recognising their mark of peace, Welcome to Country, and a flag raising ceremony.
NAIDOC will be celebrated in Onslow with two main events:
Lunch will be provided at the Rio Tinto function centre.
The embassy has been torn down several times and been reborn. Despite being a continual source of controversy and many calls for its removal, it has existed on the site since that time.
Friday 6th July V Swans football game at the town oval. Juniors start at 5pm followed by Seniors. Hot food will be available.
Wed 11th July, from 10.30am A NAIDOC Family Day will be held in the community garden from 10.30am. Lunch will be provided. All are welcome, and there will be plenty of activities including cooking and arts and crafts. Enquiries contact Peta Hayto, Community Development Manager on 9184 6056.
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Enquiries contact Jacqueline Price, Community Advisor on tel. 9143 4371 or Jacqueline.price@riotinto.com. Event proudly sponsored by Rio Tinto.
Pannawonica Community News Pannawonica Abuzz Pannawonica has been abuzz with activity over the last couple of months according Shire of Ashburton Activity Officer, Kath Collins. The Shire helped Pannawonica celebrate National Families Week with a fun singing and dancing workshop, followed by a spectacular night performance by Boom Crash Tap! The professional troupe stopped in at Pannawonica as part of their tour around the Shire. “One of the mums said these guys are the closest thing to rock stars that we have had here in Panna for a long time – the kids just loved it,” reported Kath. The kids boogied at a Freaky Friday Disco and our latest skate park disco saw the skate ramp lit up with disco lights and music echoing through Yannarie Park to celebrate National Families Week and National Volunteers Week. The Shire cooked up a free sausage sizzle on the night, as a thank you to all those wonderful volunteers Pannawonica has in town. “Pannawonica has many great people doing things for the community – someone is always fundraising for some good cause, helping out with the kids’ activities, or organising an event,” said Kath. “These people are the real spirit of this community and make Panna a great place to live. There are simply too many
Winners of the Freaky Friday Dress Up Comp, Matthew West & Taya Prosser
to name individually, so the community event and free sausage sizzle was just a small token of our thanks and appreciation of these wonderful people.” The library hosted Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea on Thursday 24 May. A group of local ladies enjoyed a very pleasant morning tea and a cuppa as part of the national fundraising day for the Cancer Council. Pannawonica has been closely affected by cancer this year so the morning tea, amongst a number of recent fundraising efforts in town, was another timely reminder that cancer can affect anyone at anytime in their lives.
Time to limbo up
One of the mums said these guys are the closest thing to rock stars that we have had here in Panna for a long time – the kids just loved it…
“Thank you to all those who donated,” said Kath. The library also celebrated National Storytime Day, with an outstanding attendance of 32 little local book worms. The eager Storytime toddlers gasped and growled at the pages of the Very Cranky Bear book, then got busy creating their very own Cranky Bear masks to take home. It was a very busy and noisy Storytime for our newest library recruit Simone Williams. “We welcome Simone to our little Shire team here in Pannawonica and wish her well in the coming weeks and months,” Kath added.
Boom Crash Tap Workshop 16th May ‘12
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Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea 24th May 12
“We welcome Simone to our little Shire team here in Pannawonica and wish her well in the coming weeks and months,” …
Pannawonica Community News What’s New to the Pannawonica Library Fifty Shades of Grey E L James. When literature student Anastasia Steele is drafted to interview the successful young entrepreneur Christian Grey for her campus magazine, she finds him attractive, enigmatic and intimidating. Convinced their meeting went badly, she tries to put Grey out of her mind – until he happens to turn up where she works. Erotic and amusing, Fifty Shades of grey is a tale that will obsess you, possess you, and stay with you forever.
Storytime sessions
What else is new on our shelves…
Tuesdays at 10am and 10.50am DURING SCHOOL TERMS Bring the children down to read a story and practice their craft skills
New items arriving each month! Come in and check them out.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10 am – 4 pm Tuesday 10 am – 4 pm & 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Saturday & Sunday CLOSED
WIMWA Pilbara Networking Group A new Pilbara Networking Group for women has been recently established. Women in Mining and Resources WA (WIMWA) was commemorated with a Rio Tinto sponsored ‘Steelcaps and Stilettos’ site visit and networking dinner held in Paraburdoo in June last year. “The aim of this group is to further enhance interaction between likeminded women employed in the Mining and Resources sectors, with a particular focus on those who are predominately based or actively working in the North of Western Australia,” said Kristy Sharpham, Secretary of the Pilbara Networking Group Committee. The established committee of fourteen members represent the major mining regions within the Pilbara and was formed to engage and retain Women in the mining and resources sectors. The women selected to be a part of this committee represents a varied cross section of professions,
companies, ages and FIFO/residential status – all who are directly involved with mining and resource activities within the Pilbara region. “By participating, contributing and collaborating with one another, we are able to discuss ideas and concerns regarding a variety of topics and situations relevant to our sectors,” said Ms Sharpham. “We encourage all interested ladies working in these areas to join.” For further information, please contact Kristy Sharpham on 9143 4268 or kristy.sharpham@riotinto.com
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The aim of this group is to further enhance interaction between likeminded women employed in the Mining and Resources sectors…
Tom Price Community News Women’s health to benefit from new physio services Women’s health physiotherapy services are now available at the Women’s Health Promotion Clinic at Nintirri Neighbourhood Centre in Tom Price. Erica is available for appointments at the Nintirri Centre on Tuesday and Friday afternoons. Pilates Mat Classes run on a Thursday evening 7-8pm. Please contact Nintirri Centre on 9188 1224 or Erica on 0449 800 063 for information or to book an appointment.
Real time pelvic floor ultrasound is just one of the many services women’s health physiotherapist, Erica Brotherton, brings to Nintirri Centre in Tom Price.
Physiotherapist Erica Brotherton brings a wealth of experience to the Nintirri team, including postgraduate qualifications in Continence and Women’s Health. She has worked in Australia, the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia, and has lived in Tom Price for nearly a year. “Our remote location means we sometimes miss out on key services in Tom Price,” said Women’s Health Coordinator Justine Hansen. “To find Erica, who was already living locally, with the wealth of experience she has to offer to the local population, was just fantastic.” Erica joins the Nintirri team at a time when the range of services the agency has to offer is as strong as ever. Her physiotherapy skills will complement the midwifery expertise of Marnie Bilsby, who also recently joined Nintirri with considerable experience including time at King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women in Perth. Together, they can help with supporting women through pregnancy and other women’s health issues.
Erica can help with: • Ante natal and post natal check up – learn to correctly exercise your pelvic floor using real time ultrasound • Pain in pregnancy – carpal tunnel syndrome, back, pelvis or neck pain. • Pain post baby – back or neck pain, coccyx, carpal tunnel syndrome, and thumb/wrist pain. • Leaking from bladder or bowel • Rushing to get to the toilet • Constipation • Pelvic Organ Prolapse • Pelvic or Perineal Pain • Episiotomy scar pain • Haemorrhoids • Mastitis Erica has also trained with DMA and Studio Pilates. The Pilates method is a system of exercises that was originally developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s. Pilates exercises promote core postural muscle strength, including the abdominals, back and buttocks. This improves posture, makes you feel taller and helps in the rehabilitation and prevention of injuries.
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Coffee with a Councillor Initiative It isn’t every day you get to sit down with a local Councillor and have an informal chat over coffee, but on Saturday 2nd June, Tom Price representative Councillor Peter Foster initiated a ‘Coffee with a Councillor’ morning at Nameless Coffee House. Cr Foster was available for informal chats with residents over any issues that they believe are important to the town of Tom Price and the Shire. “A lot of feedback I get from residents is that they don’t get an opportunity to chat with Councillors,” said Cr Foster. “So the whole idea of ‘Coffee with a Councillor’ is to help break down those access issues and really connect and listen to the residents in town.” It was a good outcome with some residents meeting with Cr Peter Foster and he plans to run them again later in the year. If you wish to find out more about ‘Coffee with a Councillor’ simply contact Cr Foster directly via email at peter.foster@ashburton.wa.gov.au.
Tom Price Community News Muzzy’s 3rd Annual Community Fundraiser, given the thumbs up Muzzy’s 3rd Annual Community Fundraiser was a huge success this year and saw more than 20 community groups and sponsors come together to raise more than $13,000.
With increasing support from not-for-profit groups, local business and momentum from the community, we believe the event will continue to grow with fresh ideas already coming forward for next year,…
Rusty & Sandy with Steve Moule at the Saint Johns Ambulance Stall
The event was held on Saturday 26 May and coordinated by Muzzy’s Hardware. Rhys, Suzanne, Jason, Chantelle and Brad (Muzzy’s Owners) envisaged creating an annual community fundraiser that would assist community groups in their fundraising efforts while providing enjoyment for all the community.
Tom Price Veterinary Clinic, Tom Price Bakery, Tom Price Hotel, Benbow/Oz Trail, BOC Gases, Danks/Home Group, Hitachi, Kerry Pinnacle, Kincrome, Papas Trailers, Psychic Sisters, Quality Karaoke, Shire of Ashburton, SES and Toll in joining Muzzy’s Hardware to deliver another successful event.
Suzanne considered this year to be a milestone for the event and congratulated all the groups who participated including: TP Motorcycle Club, Tom Price Primary School, Mountain View Sporting Club, Tom Price BMX Club, St John Ambulance, Tigers Football Club, Tom Price High School, Tom Price Netball Association, FESA, Little Geckos Childcare, North Tom Price Primary School, Redback Softball Club, Tom Price Mens Darts Association and, first time participants – Paraburdoo Swimming Club. A big thank you is also extended to the sponsors: Gumala Radio, Pilbara Foods, Red Breeze, Tom Price Betta Electrical, Rusty getting a massage from Erica Brotherton
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Everyone in the community who came along to support the event should also be commended. Those who did enjoyed highlights including: bouncy castle, kids colouring competition, crazy golf, hotdogs, hot beef rolls, hamburgers, cakes, face painting, car wash, hot donuts, fairy floss, fire truck rides, tea/ coffee/cool drinks, helium balloons, massages (time kindly donated by Erica Brotherton), photographs (by Kimberley Kite), Rusty and Sandy, lollies and heaps of raffles, giveaways and over $10,000 worth of prizes. Additional stalls such as Hitachi, Kincrome and the Psychic Sisters catered for the mums and dads.
Tom Price Community News “With increasing support from notfor-profit groups, local business and momentum from the community, we believe the event will continue to grow with fresh ideas already coming forward for next year,” said Suzanne. “After all it’s not about what we don’t have in our community, it’s about how we strengthen what we do have. All those involved with the event deserve congratulations and should take pride in just how sound and strong our community is in Tom Price and Paraburdoo.” This year included a table and seating area which was enjoyed by all to relax and enjoy the ambiance of the event, with music provided by Tadam at Gumala Radio Station and promotion of the stalls were broadcast throughout the day by Clayton from Quality Karaoke.
Bryan Ingrey receives the Gardening Power Pack prize. From left to right: Jason, Bryan, Suzanne, Chantell and Rhys.
All raffles and giveaways were drawn at the end of the community fundraising event with the Oztrail 4x4 Off Road Camper Trailer being won by David Burns of Tom Price.
Land release in Tom Price The first of three land subdivisions undertaken by the Shire of Ashburton in Tom Price has now been completed. Thirteen residential lots at Warara Street, including several duplex and triplex lots, have been fully serviced and issued with separate titles. The subdivisions were pre-sold at auction in Tom Price in February and March 2011, and settlements for the Warara Street lots took place in the last weeks of May.
This development will provide 24 new residential building lots, including several duplex sites. It is expected that titles and settlements for these lots will take place early-mid July.
The subdivisions represent the first major land release in Tom Price for some 28 years and is a reflection of the unprecedented growth experienced in the town over the last 4 years.
The Boonderoo Road industrial subdivision is also progressing with final clearances for installation of services now signed off by Rio Tinto. This has been submitted to Western Australian Planning Commission for final approval of the subdivision and issue of new titles for the seven lots, with settlements expected to take place in June. The lots at Boonderoo Road (industrial) had an average sale price of $420,000.
The average sale price for residential subdivisions earlier this year was $220,000 per lot.
Proceeds from the sale of the land will fund other community projects such as the Sports Pavilion and Town Centre Revitalisation being undertaken by the Shire and future residential and industrial land subdivisions in Tom Price.
The residential subdivision at Pilkena/ Yaruga Street is very close to completion with final site clean up taking place following completion of the services installation.
The developments have been undertaken by the Shire of Ashburton in recognition of the shortage of accommodation and opportunities available in Tom Price for residents and local businesses. The lots are fully serviced including underground power, water, sewer (residential) and Telstra connections. The sales were handled by LJ Hooker Karratha with the assistance of Perthbased auctioneer, Jason Whiteman.
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For more information contact Anika Serer, Economic & Land Development Manager t. 08 9188 4444 m. 0424 508 038 anika.serer@ashburton.wa.gov.au
Tom Price Community News Tom Price Cleans Up The Tom Price Tidy Town Committee wants to share a BIG THANK YOU for all those who helped out on our Tidy Tom Price Phase One Clean Up on Saturday 26 May. We had a modest clean up and still managed to bag collect 52 bags of rubbish from around Central Rd, Mine Rd, Willow Rd and the Yellow Truck outside of town. A total of 39 volunteers worked from about 7.45 am to 10 am on a chilly Saturday morning! A special thank you goes to Tom Price Cadets and to Brenda from the Shire of Ashburton for collecting all our bags and odd items and taking them to the rubbish tip. There was great vibe to our event on Saturday, we had a lot of people drive past us, wave, and tell us what a wonderful thing we were doing. But our job doesn’t stop here, remember… EVERYONE can help us keep Tom Price and CLEAN AND TIDY TOWN. Don’t dispose of your rubbish on the ground – put it in the bin!! When you go to your letter box – have a look in your own front yard/street and pick up any rubbish!!
There was great vibe to our event on Saturday, we had a lot of people drive past us, wave, and tell us what a wonderful thing we were doing.
Peter Foster On behalf of Tidy Towns Committee
What’s New to the Tom Price Library The Little coffee shop of Kabul Deborah Rodriguez A heart-warming novel about a little cafe in Kabul, and the five extraordinary women who meet there. As these five ladies discover there’s more to one another than meets the eye, a unique bond is formed that will forever change their lives and the lives of many others.
Rhyme time – Mondays @ 11am Story time – Fridays @ 11am Book Club – meets once a month PH: 9189 1053 tplib@ashburton.wa.gov.au
What else is new on our shelves… New items arriving each month! Come in and check them out.
Opening hours: Mon, Tues, Fri 10:00a.m to 1:00p.m & 2:00p.m to 5:00p.m Wed, Sun CLOSED Thursday 10:00a.m to 1:00p.m & 3:30p.m to 6:30p.m Saturday 9am to 12 noon
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AWESOME Arts Creative Challenge Have fun these school holidays with AWESOME Arts AWESOME Arts is visiting Tom Price these school holidays to work with young people to explore the notions of Remix - a creative challenge where participants engage with artists to create artworks about ‘consumption’ and ‘throwaway habits’. The artists and young people will host a community celebration on the final day (Saturday 21 July) to unveil and showcase their artworks to the community.
WHEN: Wednesday 11 July - Saturday 14 July WHO: Group A (6-11yrs) 10am-12pm and Group B (12-17yrs) 1pm-3pm WHERE: Tom Price Arts and Cultural Centre, Cnr Mine Road and Doradeen Road, Tom Price
and WHEN: Monday 16 July - Saturday 21 July WHO: Group A (6-11yrs) 10am – 12 pm and Group B (12-17yrs) 1pm -3pm WHERE: Tom Price Arts and Cultural Centre, Cnr Mine Road and Doradeen Road, Tom Price The Remix workshop will be lots of fun and an experience not to be missed. Ensure you register today to have a creative and exciting school holiday. The Creative Challenge is proudly supported by Rio Tinto and AWESOME Arts. For all enquiries, information and bookings please contact Rheannan Bloem on 9143 3579 or rheannan.bloem@riotinto.com.
Paraburdoo Community News Tidy Towns State Program Manager congratulates Paraburdoo Community s team, I am writing alia Beautiful’s Tidy Town str Au ep Ke of lf ha be On upcoming 40th ople of Paraburdoo on the to congratulate all the pe . ip’s birth on 30 June 2012 Anniversary of the townsh o and through bara region some years ag Pil the in d ge jud g vin Ha mmittee members, ny of the Tidy Towns Co communication with ma ate one with ship is a vibrant, passion wn To oo urd rab Pa the t I know tha that into a t it is very hard to translate tha rit spi ity un mm co ch so mu submission every year. Tidy Towns urdoo has not only been rab Pa it, of are aw t no e In case you’r 11 Overall and 2011 but also the 20 10 20 , 09 20 in ers nn wi category th anniversary of Last year was also the 20 Pilbara Regional winner. Paraburdoo’s State win. wishes to the u would pass on our best I would be grateful if yo Paraburdoo community. Thank you,
Gail Doddnager, Tidy Towns – Sustainable Communities State Program Ma onment WA, Department of Envir Keep Australia Beautiful and Conservation
Let’s keep up the community spirit and pride in our town! CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST TIDY TOWNS PARABURDOO 2012 We are looking to form a new Tidy Towns Committee. Please register your interest by contacting Fran Bentley, Community Liaison Co-ordinator on 0439 946238 or Councillor Linton Rumble on (08) 9189 5506 or 0438 896 552. Or email: linton.rumble@ashburton.wa.gov.au
Paraburdoo Community Calendar of Events for the 40 Year Celebration July Fri 20th
September Drive-in theatre – 70’s movies
Sun 22nd Car Rally/Treasure Hunt, followed by BBQ tea
August Sat 4th
Paragala Family Fun Day
10th 11th Nameless Festival 12th (Tom Price) Sun 19th Welcome to Paraburdoo Breakfast
Sat 8th
Women’s Softball grand final and presentation night
Sat 15th Paragala Red Dirt Rocks Annual Ball – 70’s theme Sat 22nd Bike Show at the “Paddock”
October Sun 14th Welcome to Paraburdoo Breakfast
Sat 25th Men’s Shed 4 x 4 Bonanza
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Paraburdoo Community News
July School Holiday Programme – Register NOW! Keep the kids BUSY and HAPPY this holiday by booking them into the Rio Tinto sponsored school holiday programme activities in Paraburdoo and Tom Price. The Shire of Ashburton with the support of the YMCA, will present a range of activities including dance workshops (hip hop, body percussion, break dance and African/tribal), rock climbing, circus skills and football clinic. The sessions are free and will run in both weeks of the school holidays for school-aged children. The programme schedule and booking forms will be available mid-June at the schools and Shire of Ashburton Administration buildings and Libraries in Tom Price and Paraburdoo.
Keep an eye out for the flyer and booking form and register early. For information call the Shire on 9189 5402 (Paraburdoo) or 9188 4444 (Tom Price).
Bookings are essential. Registrations close on 2nd July.
What’s New to the Paraburdoo Library A Discovery of Witches Deborah Harkness When historian Diana Bishop opens a bewitched alchemical manuscript in Oxford’s Bodleian Library it represents an unwelcome intrusion of magic into her carefully ordinary life. She banishes the manuscript to the stacks, but Diana finds it impossible to hold the world of magic at bay any longer. This smart, sophisticated story harks back to the novels of Anne Rice, but it is as contemporary and sensual as the Twilight series-with an extra serving of historical realism.
Storytime sessions
What else is new on our shelves…
Thursdays at 10am Book Club – meets once a month PH: 9189 5335 paralib@ashburton.wa.gov.au
New items arriving each month! Come in and check them out. Membership is free!
Opening hours: Mon/Tues & Friday 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm Wednesday – CLOSED Thursday 10am – 1pm & 3.30pm – 6.30pm Saturday – 9am – 12noon Sunday – CLOSED
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Paraburdoo Community News Large Turnout for Paraburdoo Community Breakfast It was a delightful turnout with around 100 people attend the Community Breakfast at the Ashburton Hall in Paraburdoo on Sunday 10th June 2012. The children enjoyed creating amazing artwork on the craft table set up and manned by Lisa Rickert of the Paraburdoo Library. Lisa did a wonderful job entertaining the children as did Deanne Cowland and Michelle Coward from the Toy Library who very kindly bought along toys for babies and toddlers to enjoy. A special thank you to Lisa, Deanne and Michelle for all their hard work. Also a very special thank you to Steele from the Saints Football Club who delivered and set up the jumping castle. This was a great hit with the kids and there were delightful sounds of laughter emanating from the castle, both from the children and adults watching. The Saints Football Club very kindly donated the use of the jumping castle. A very delicious breakfast was cooked by the Paraburdoo Swim Club who did a wonderful job. The Paraburdoo Swim Club is well known for their fundraising efforts and always provide that little bit extra to make any event better. Thank you to Myvanwy Reading, Susan Rimmer, Katie Jolley, Damien and Declan Sullivan and Kali Hogg.
New residents came along as did the “old” residents to welcome our newcomers. There was lots of chatting and mingling which all added to a very friendly atmosphere. ‘New Resident Kits’ containing information about the Shire of Ashburton, Rio Tinto, community and sporting groups as well as the WA Police and Karingal Community Centre were provided. The United Credit Union was also there to hand out information and provide giveaways. Thank you to Wanda and Chris. This all added to a wonderful morning which would not have been such a success if it wasn’t for the people who came along and supported the breakfast as well as all those who helped on the day. The next Community Breakfast will be held in August. Fran Bentley, Community Liaison Co-ordinator
…would not have been such a success if it wasn’t for the people who came along and supported the breakfast as well as all those who helped on the day.
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Onslow Community News Bang Crash Tap! Visits the Pilbara Described as a dance and percussion stage spectacular, Bang Crash Tap! visited the RM Forrest Hall in Onslow in May. Featuring a crew of two tap-dancers, an amazing Beat Boxing Champion and one of Australia’s most talented drummers, the Queensland-based production company RAW Dance comprised a workshop for the local children followed by a performance for all to enjoy.
“They tried rhythmic tapping, clapping and clicking and some choreographed dancing,” said Laura.
The Shire’s Senior Activities Officer, Laura Ross described the workshop which was attended by about 30 children, as “heaps of fun.”
Bang Crash Tap! Then continued their regional tour by visiting Pannawonica, Paraburdoo and Tom Price.
In the evening the performance attracted an audience of over 50 people. “It was an awesome display of talents,” Laura said. “It was a great night enjoyed by young and old.”
Dredging at Beadon Creek The Department of Transport (DoT) is currently undertaking maintenance dredging works at Beadon Creek boat harbor in Onslow. The works started in late May and will continue through to September 2012. Dredging is the process of relocating marine sand to restore depths and ensure safe access and use of the harbour. Dredging the harbor is a maintenance operation which occurs every 5-8 years in Onslow, depending on sand movements caused by weather activity and natural processes such as wind and wave conditions. This year, dredging activity will focus on the northern extent of the entrance to the harbour, the mid point of the entrance channel and the harbour basin, returning the areas to their historical depths.
Dredged material will be pumped to approved sites on shore for future use as clean fill material. The dredge will be manoeuvring within these areas and will maintain a navigational passage on its western side where possible. Floating and submerged discharge lines will run between the dredge and the discharge areas. The floating discharge lines have yellow flashing lights. Mariners in the area should navigate with caution at all times and are requested to establish radio communications with the dredging operators using marine UHF Channel 15 or marine 27 MHz Channel 90.
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Dredge areas and disposal sites at Beadon Creek
Access has been affected in some areas, and the public are asked to take notice to the signs provided. For more information about the dredging project contact the DoT on 9435 7613.
Onslow Community News
Photography by Mike Edmondson
Industry Forum investigates challenges and opportunities for Onslow The Shire of Ashburton’s second Industry Forum in Onslow on May 24 was a success, attracting more than 70 business owners, potential operators and related agencies. The Forum introduced new President of Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Tim Millett, who encouraged local business participation in the Chamber. He spoke of the Chamber’s role as a conduit for local businesses, in providing support for business development and lobbying big business and Government for opportunities and support services such as affordable housing and water. Small Business Centre’s Rachel Whiting discussed the available support services including advice for starting or expanding a business and exploring new business ideas and opportunities. Asset Manager of Water Corporation North West Region, Christien Ehrhardt, presented the Corporation’s Onslow Development Plan for the next 5 – 10 years. Future developments include: • water and wastewater plans based on proposed development areas • development of the Cane River Bore will increase the number of water connections to Onslow by 50-60% • Water efficiency programs will aid in the short term to achieve greater allocations • The Cane River bore field expansion is planned to be completed by mid2014
Jeff Breen, Shire of Ashburton CEO, discussed developments for Onslow township and Shire support for current Onslow Industrial developments. “It is a challenging time for the Shire with over $96 billion dollars worth of industrial development being undertaken across the region, with three quarters of that occurring in the Western Sector,” he said. Guests and participants benefited from a Q&A prompting further discussion on issues including:
When will land be released and will locals have first preference? Landcorp announced that plans to release land are scheduled to begin towards the end of 2012. It is likely the land will be pre-released first, which will provide people with the opportunity to plan. It was suggested that interested persons should register with Landcorp online. Opportunity to buy land will be given in order of precedence to local residents first, then local business, followed by investors.
Underground Power and the proposed timetable for rollout – Shire staff advised that the Pilbara underground power project was delayed and that it was likely to commence in the first quarter of 2013.
Amanda O’Halloran, Executive Manager of Economic and Strategic Development, Shire of Ashburton said the forums are aimed at current business operators and anyone interested in starting a business in Onslow.
What is the shire doing to help people in regards to rental costs and access to affordable housing? The Shire reported on the work being undertaken in this area, through the Pilbara Regional Council, The Shire, Land Corp, Pilbara Development Commission and the Department of Housing. It is a high priority for the Shire and paramount to ensuring that Onslow remains a livable and sustainable community. The Shire hopes there will be announcements in these areas in the very near future.
“The forum also demonstrates the need to keep the lines of communication open for the community and local business,” said Ms O’Halloran. “The Shire, in partnership with the Small Business Centre and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry will continue to host the forums bi-monthly and work to keep them valid and informative.”
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“We need to maximise the opportunities and support businesses to build, diversify and be sustainable into the future,” she added. The next Onslow Industry Forum is scheduled for late July 2012.
Onslow Community News What’s New to the Onslow Library Real Steel Real Steel stars Hugh Jackman as Charlie Kenton, a washed-up fighter who lost his chance at a title when 2000-pound, 8-foot-tall steel robots took over the ring. Now a small-time promoter, Charlie earns just enough money to piece together low-end bots from scrap metal to fight in underground boxing venues. When Charlie hits rock bottom, he reluctantly teams up with his estranged son Max (Dakota Goyo) to build and train a championship contender, Atom. As the stakes rise, will Charlie and Max, against all odds, get one last shot at a comeback? Rhyme time – Mondays @ 11am Story time – Fridays @ 11am Book Club – meets once a month PH: 9189 1053 tplib@ashburton.wa.gov.au
What else is new on our shelves… New items arriving each month! Come in and check them out.
Opening hours: Mon, Tues, Fri – 10:00a.m to 1:00p.m & 2:00p.m to 5:00p.m, Wed, Sun – CLOSED Thursday – 10:00a.m to 1:00p.m & 3:30p.m to 6:30p.m, Saturday – 9am to 12 noon
Underground Power In Onslow The Pilbara Underground Power Project (PUPP) is a partnership between the government of Western Australia (through Pilbara Cities) and Local Government Authorities, delivered by Horizon Power. The project will provide cyclone affected North West towns with a safer and more reliable power supply, by replacing ageing overhead electricity infrastructure with underground networks. This will dramatically improve safety and reduce the likelihood of power outages to essential services, residents and businesses during, and immediately following, adverse weather events.
The designs for the new network in Onslow are complete and a technical review is currently underway. The project will shortly be starting work on the native title, heritage and environmental surveys. Subject to results from these surveys, tenders for construction will be issued later this year. It is anticipated that the successful contractor will start work after the next cyclone season.
The project will underground distribution networks in Karratha, Roebourne South Hedland and Onslow. This will include the installation of new networks, new streetlights and demolition of the old overhead powerlines.
Further information on the project can be found at www. horizonpower.com.au or by calling Community Relations Manager Monika Page on 0428 979 283.
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Disclaimer This newsletter is for general information purposes only. The views expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of the Shire of Ashburton. The Shire has taken all measures to ensure the contents in this publication is correct, however it accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or the completeness of the material. Readers are advised not to rely solely on this information when making any decision. The Shire of Ashburton reserves the right to change the publication as it sees fit. The Shire of Ashburton disclaims any responsibility or duty of care towards any person for loss or damage suffered as a result of this newsletter. Copyright The contents of this newsletter are subject to copyright under the laws of Australia. The copyright in materials in this newsletter as a whole is owned by the Shire of Ashburton. Third parties may own the copyright in some materials incorporated into this newsletter. In reference to the Copyright Act 1968, please feel free to reproduce parts of this newsletter for personal, educational or any other non-commercial purposes, provided that the Shire is aware of this.
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