Life in the Park Spring 2015

WHAT’S INSIDE THIS ISSUE...

MANNA INC.

SOCIAL WALL

MY LIFE, MY PLACE

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Message from the Mayor Hello everyone.

His Worship the Mayor Trevor Vaughan P: 9311 8155 M: 0447 374 528

We have a bumper edition of Life in the Park, with details of all sorts of activities and events happening in the Town over the next few months.

Notably, local government elections are to be held on Saturday, 17 October, and over half of the Councillor positions at the Town of Victoria Park will be up for candidates to fill.

Encourage everyone in the Town to get involved and vote.

The role of Council is important in making decisions and improving the quality of life in our community.

Councillors are asked to vote on a wide range of matters at monthly Council meetings, and to represent the best interests of you, the electorate, when making their decision.

It’s important to make your vote count by filling in the ballot papers and posting back to the Western Australian Electoral Commission (WAEC) or by attending a nominated voting location on Election Day. Make sure you cast your vote and get behind our community. It’s worth your time to get involved and have your say and influence the direction the Town takes.

Visit the WAEC website at elections.wa.gov.au for more information.

Mayor Trevor Vaughan

Jarrah Ward

Banksia Ward

Your Councillors

Cr Claire Anderson Deputy Mayor P: 9472 9947 M: 0416 199 745 Term expires: Oct.2015

Cr John Bissett P: 9361 9222 M: 0418 901 977 Term expires: Oct.2015

Cr Keith Hayes P: 9361 0385 E: hayesk@iinet.net.au Term expires: Oct.2017

Cr Mark Windram P: 9470 4144 E: markwindram@gmail.com Term expires: Oct.2017

Cr Vince Maxwell M: 0427 962 855 E: vince@blogg.com.au Term expires: Oct.2017

Cr Vin Nairn W: 9361 2662 H: 9472 7991 Term expires: Oct.2015

Cr Brian Oliver M: 0435 229 317 E: brianforvicpark@gmail.com Term expires: Oct.2017

Cr Vicki Potter P: 9361 5464 M: 0433 704 140 Term expires: Oct. 2015

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@TownofVicPark @townofvicpark

From what began as the simple act of feeding a few homeless people in a park, Manna Inc has grown to become one of the largest providers of meals for homeless and disadvantaged people in Perth.

Based out of The Homestead on Mackie Street Victoria Park, Manna is a compassionate charitable organisation providing hope and dignity to the hungry, the lonely, the disadvantaged and the underprivileged.

Founded in 1996, by Bev and John Lowe, Manna is a mainly volunteer operated charity with over 200 volunteers that give their time on a regular basis to prepare and deliver consistent food services to those in need.

By assisting Perth’s most vulnerable, Manna improves their health and sense of wellbeing and provides a better outcome for the community while inspiring

positive social change.

Unfortunately, the demand for each and every one of their services continues to grow, so Manna is always welcoming of any support.

Get Involved Volunteering Giving back to the community comes with many rewards. Manna relies heavily on its volunteers with over 200 people getting involved every month. This could be in the Manna kitchen or by utilising your professional or administration skills to assist Manna in its operations.

Corporate Support Large or small, businesses may be able to assist Manna by offering pro bono services or goods in kind, volunteer time or generous donations. Manna have a wide range of corporate volunteering

opportunities, from volunteering and team building cooking days, to Winter blanket and Christmas hamper drives, and many more activities.

Fundraising Hosting your own fundraising event is a fantastic way to support our community while having fun.

Some examples are: dress down day, bad tie day, morning tea, a movie screening or workplace giving.

The Town of Victoria Park staff recently donated the proceeds of their annual workplace giving ‘free dress Friday’ fundraising, presenting Manna with a cheque just short of $6,000!

Manna Inc 5 Mackie Street Victoria Park manna.org.au General enquiries: 1300 626 624 or info@manna.org.au Volunteering: Sarah Ryder volunteering@manna.org.au

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RATES PRIZE DRAW

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You’ve heard of the expression the early bird catches the worm?! If you pay your rates by 4 September 2015 then you will automatically go into the draw to win one of the great prizes below!

There will be one winner of each prize package.

PAY IN FULL

Package One:

$2000 cash+ One year full gym membership for use at Aqualife and Leisurelife which includes full access to the pool, gym and group fitness classes at both centres for 12 months (valued at $940)

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CASH PAY BY INSTALMENT

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Package Three:

$1000 cash+

$500 cash+

$500 worth of gift vouchers to local businesses within the Town of Victoria Park

$250 worth of gift vouchers to local businesses within the Town of Victoria Park

DOMESTIC WASTE & RECYCLING GUIDE 2015 Yellow Lid (Recycling) Bin Collections

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*Refer to your 2015 Waste Calendar or the Town’s website for your area.

If you do not have a Waste Calendar, you can phone 9311 8115 to request one be posted to you.

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off 7 November 2015, 9am - 1pm Town Depot 218 Planet Street, Welshpool For further information visit: victoriapark.wa.gov.au or call 9311 8115.

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Art The Town is transforming its annual Art Awards event into an ‘Art Season’ in 2016 spanning March - April and encompassing many events, exhibits and showcases located throughout the Town, involving local and regional artists from various fields.

This new initiative will refresh the way the Town showcases the arts in the community.

The Art Season will aim to showcase fashion, visual art, dance, theatre, comedy, design and literary art. The diverse program will appeal to a wide community audience and encourage many different groups to be involved and appreciate the arts together.

The Town will partner with different local groups and businesses to deliver many of the elements of the program.

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If you have any queries regarding the Arts Season, please contact the Town on 9311 8186 or email to admin@vicpark.wa.gov.au

Moreton Bay Fig Festival The Moreton Bay Fig Festival is back again this October with fun for the whole family! Come join in at John MacMillan Park, Leisurelife and the Library on Sunday 25 October 2014 from 12noon - 4pm.

All activities are free with food available to purchase. Limited public parking is available at Leisurelife and the Park Centre.

Walking, biking or using public transport is encouraged.

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Due to the overwhelming success of My Life, My Place 2014, the Town is proud to be bringing it back again in 2015.

We are seeking seven individuals Welshpoo l Rdrich fabric and who contribute to the strength of our local community, to feature in My Life, My Place 2015.

Stories will be captured through a multi-media approach including a video documentary, and will be launched at a free community event in December 2015.

If you, or someone you know has an interesting story to share, please contact Seniors, Access & Inclusion Officer, Kaitlyn Griggs on 9329 4247 or kgriggs@vicpark.wa.gov.au

ToVP Social Wall

Here’s a selection of the latest posts on the Town’s Social Wall on lifeinthepark.com.au. Post to Twitter or Instagram with the hashtag #lifeinthepark to have your message and picture featured on the wall!

reneew027 Rusty’s bucket list #2 Lathlain Dog playground. So much fun #vicparklife #lifeinthepark.

ann_sandow One of the many table tennis tables popping up in parks in Victoria Park #outdoorpingpong #pingpong #vicparklife #townofvicpark #LifeInThePark #perth_life #i_heart_vic_park

vicparklocal After the awesome Rangers from @townofvicpark came to help us with a stray dog at the park, they couldn’t help but try out the tube phone! #vicparklife #lifeinthepark #bigkids

passpertout77 Waiting for my red latte #harvestespresso #lifeinthepark #jrt #jackchi #jackhuahua

yb2o3 ABeautiful light in the #Perth afternoon #vicparklife #lifeinthepark #raphaelpark

I_heart_vic_park So many beautiful treelined streets in Vic Park. A gorgeous winters day on Temple Street! #lifeinthepark

hkamsadi Mid-day Matcha Fix #igau #lifeinthepark #harvestespresso #matcha #greentea #foodphotography #voigtlander #35mm

vicparksoup Do you have a project you’re thinking of pitching at our next Vic Park Soup event on 10 August? Time is running out to get your nomination in (link in profile). Shay did and he went home with $800 to make his project happen.

theillusivefemme New Friend #elephant #streetart #perthstreetart #art #colour #graffiti #lifeinthepark #VicPark #style#friend #datenight #style #friend #datenight

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HEALTH CLUB Glen Cardwell Seminar ‘Eat like your Ancestors?’

Tuesday, 20 October @ 7pm Aqualife Centre. FREE! Bookings are essential through the Active Life page of the website or by calling Aqualife on 9373 5450.

Should you eat like a Palaeolithic man 10,000 years ago? Are grains and dairy foods dangerous to consume? This presentation will explain the theory behind the popular Palaeolithic diet and the pros and cons for adopting the eating style of our ancestors.

This seminar will be taken by Glenn Cardwell, who has over 35 years experience in clinical and health nutrition, has worked closely with many elite athletes and was the sports nutrition advisor to the West Coast Eagles for 14 years. Glenn has also made frequent TV and radio appearances and is the author of four books.

include arts and crafts, sports, movies, animal interactions and much more. Visit our website for more information or to download an enrolment form.

The October program will run from Tuesday, 29 September to Friday, 9 October at a cost of $67 a day or $325 per week.

Adult Team Sports Summer 2015/16 season kicks off on Monday, 21 September with nominations now open for basketball, netball and soccer. Nomination forms are available online, or visit Leisurelife to grab one and get your team involved.

Leisurelife Squash Memberships Leisurelife now have Annual Squash Memberships available for only $60. Members receive a free 60 minute court hire, weekday bookings for $14 per hour and weekend bookings for $11 per hour. There are four glass backed squash courts available for hire every day of the week.

Junior Netball Competition Get a team together or register as an individual for our Junior Netball Summer Competition. Games run on a Monday and Tuesday afternoon and nominations are now open.

AQUALIFE Swim Fit Program

LEISURELIFE School Holiday Program Monday, 6 July - Friday, 17 July 2015 $67 / day, $325 / week For ages six - 14 years Keep your children active and entertained during the School Holidays with the Just 4 Kids program at the Leisurelife Centre! The program is suitable for children aged between six to 14 years and activities

Our new Swim Fit classes act as a stepping stone to Junior Squad. They are designed to focus on fitness and endurance, while providing an introduction to stroke refinement. In addition students learn the basics of dive starts, tumble turns and the use of the pace clock. Students will be challenged by experienced instructors, but without the pressure of competitions looming over them.

Sessions run for one hour, and students can enrol in up to two classes per week. The cost is $166 for a 10 week term.

Students must be in Level Seven plus.

For further information on activities visit victoriaparkleisure.wa.gov.au or call: Leisurelife 9373 5450 Aqualife 9373 5400 Like us on Facebook.com/AqualifeLeisurelife or Twitter @VicParkLeisure 7

active life Evening Nutrition Session ‘Nutrition & Health for Women’ 8 September @ 6.30pm - 8pm Leisurelife Centre East Victoria Park Cost $6, Bookings are essential Light dinner is provided During International Women’s Health Week, this session delivered by Nutrition Australia will highlight specific tips and information for women to start or continue their journey to a happy and nutritious life.

Self Defense Workshop 10 September @ 6.30pm - 7.30pm Leisurelife Centre East Victoria Park Cost $12 Bookings are essential Held during International Women’s Health Week, this session delivered by MMA 24/7 gym, will help to empower women with physical skills needed to be able to defend themselves and loved ones from a violent threat.

Living Longer Living Stronger (LLLS) Weekly fitness sessions for the over 50s Group Sessions: Thursday 9.30am - 10.30am Individual Sessions: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10am - 12 noon

Cost: Initial assessment $55 Individual session $7 10 session pass $62.10 Location: Leisurelife Centre

Enjoy a coffee after the walk.

Dads, prams and children welcome.

LLLS is an evidence-based strength training and exercise program for the over 50s. It aims to reduce falls, improve health, quality of life and fitness in people over 50 years old.

Wednesdays @ 4.30pm McCallum Park (starting at the end of Taylor Street)

Vic Park Running Group Wednesdays @ 5.30pm Location: McCallum Park Bookings are essential Have you wanted to get into running and just don’t know where to start? This weekly program may be perfect for you! We go at the pace of the participants and can adjust the program for all levels.

Weekly Walking Groups Looking for an activity with fresh air and beautiful landscapes while enjoying the companionship of other like-minded people? Then one of our walking groups may be perfect for you! In partnership with the Heart Foundation, the Town is offering the following weekly walking groups:

Foreshore Walkers

Post-natal Fitness Program Term Four: 12 October - 18 December Monday and Friday sessions available Location: Leisurelife Centre Cost: $8 per session Book in early as spots are limited.

Book online at victoriapark.wa.gov. au/community/active-life or by calling 9373 5458 This interactive program is designed specifically for optimal postnatal fitness. Sessions include low-impact pram cardio, pelvic floor exercises and practical resistance training. The program can be altered to suit all levels and individual’s needs. You will love the way it makes you feel, and best of all you can exercise with your baby!

Bushland Walkers - Tuesdays @ 8.30am Kensington Bushland (meeting by the club room at Harold Rossiter Park).

Mothers Walking Group Wednesdays @ 8:30am and 9.30am (starting at Antz inya Pantz, Victoria Park).

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Spring events @ your Library

Buzz Week events First Aid Demonstration for Parents Monday, 21 September, 4pm - 6pm Light refreshments will be served at 3.30pm Free event - for adults.

This course is designed as a Lecture/Demonstration for parents who would like an introduction or basic refresher on first aid knowledge related to children and infants. It covers common injuries and illnesses that occur in everyday life.

Begin with Books Wednesday, 23 September and Wednesday, 25 November 11am - 11.30am Are you a new parent?

The Town of Victoria Park Library would like to invite you to a special library visit specifically for new parents like you!

Enjoy a tea or coffee while learning about the fantastic services and resources available to you and your baby. Hear about what you can do to encourage early literacy and join the library to make use of its resources straight away!

Humphrey’s Dance Class Saturday, 26 September 10am - 11am $2 / child, non-refundable For kids aged two - six years Debbie-Anne from Humphrey’s Dance Studio will teach fun and simple solo and partner dances to popular party songs. Parents will also be invited to join their child on the floor!

October School Holidays Due to popular demand, bookings will only be taken at the Library, up to four weeks in advance, and are not confirmed until payment has been received at the Library.

Hand Puppets Friday, 2 October, 10am - 11.30am $2 / child, non‑refundable For kids aged six - 12 years Brought to you by Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, children will create their own puppet characters using a range of soft fabric materials.

Lego Free Play Tuesday, 6 October, 6pm For kids aged five - 12 years Free event!

Enjoy an hour of free play with lots of Lego at the library!

Buzz Week is Here Again!

21-26 September Library Buzz Week is all about exploring your Library with a great range of events and activities for everyone! For details about events, follow the link: victoriapark.wa.gov.au/buzzweek Bookings are essential.

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Performing with Puppets Friday, 9 October, 10am - 11.30am $2 / child, non‑refundable For kids aged six - 12 years Acting, story creation, puppet manipulation and play! This workshop introduces children to performance skills through improvisation and storytelling.

Bring your hand-made puppet from the week before or enjoy using Spare Parts Puppet Theatre’s professionally made collection of puppets.

STAR WARS READS DAY Saturday, 10 October 1.30pm - 2.30pm Free event For kids aged five - 12 years While the Empire would most likely be displeased, Star Wars Reads Day - a celebration of a galaxy far, far away and the joy of reading - is back!

The Victoria Park Library will participate in the fourth annual instalment of the global event.

There will be storytelling, activities and the opportunity to have your photo taken with your favourite Star Wars character.

Dress-up in Star Wars gear and go in the running to win a special prize.

Town of Victoria Park Contact Information Town of Victoria Park

Write Along the Highway 2015 (WATH) Introduction to Scrivener with Natasha Lester Thursday, 29 October 2015 5pm - 8pm Free event, bookings essential Light refreshments included Award-winning Perth author Natasha Lester will walk you through the key functions of writing software Scrivener and show you how you can use it to make your writing process more organised.

Write-ins @ Victoria Park Library Saturday, 21 November 1pm - 3pm Thursday, 26 November 4pm - 6pm Writing tends to be a solitary gig, but if you’re after some extra motivation or want to meet likeminded writers, come along to our write-ins.

Book online via the Town’s event calendar at: victoriapark.wa.gov.au or call 9373 5500.

View the full WATH NaNoWriMo 2015 program of events online at writealongthehighway.org

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99 Shepperton Road, Victoria Park

Opening hours: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5pm

• Get planning applications / approvals information • Register your dog or cat • Access Council Meeting dates, agendas minutes • Book a Town facility • Get Access and Inclusion information

• Find out about waste collection and disposal • Pay an infringement • Pay your rates notice • Get Town event information • Report a lost animal • Find a local community group

Victoria Park Library

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vicparklibrary@vicpark.wa.gov.au

27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park Opening hours: Mon, Fri: 9am - 6pm • Tue, Wed, Thu: 9am - 8pm • Sat: 9am - 5pm • Sun/Pub. Hols: Closed • Join the Library • Attend a Library event • Access computers and printers • Access Town and community information • Borrow books, DVDs, CDs, e-readers, magazines

Aqualife

• Download e-books, e-audio books, e-magazines • Parents with children can attend Storytime / Baby Rhymetime sessions • Seek or submit Local History information

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42 Somerset Street, East Victoria Park Opening hours: Pool, Gym, Reception Mon - Thu: 5.30am - 9pm • Fri: 5.30am - 8.30pm • Sat / Sun / Pub.Hols (ex. Easter & Christmas): 8am - 6pm • Creche Mon - Fri: 8.30am - 12noon • Swim in the outdoor 50m pool • Swim / walk in the indoor 25m pool • Children can play in the indoor leisure pool • Join the gym

Leisurelife

• Join the Swim School • Visit the café • Utilise the crèche • Enjoy a group fitness class • Book a personal training session

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Cnr Kent and Gloucester Streets, East Victoria Park Opening hours: Classes Mon - Fri: 6am - 11pm • Sat: 8am - 11pm • Sun: 9am - 4pm • Pub. Hols (ex. Easter & Christmas): 8am - 6pm • Gym Mon - Fri: 5.30am - 12noon / 4.30pm - 8pm • Sat: 9am - 12noon • Sun: Closed • Creche Mon - Fri: 9am - 11am • Register with an indoor sports team • Utilise the creché • Join the gym • Play Bingo!

• Hire a sports / squash court • Book a children’s birthday party • Register your child for a school holiday program

Victoria Park Digital Hub

9329 4238

1 Harper Street, Victoria Park Opening hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 9.30am - 4pm • Wed: 12.30pm - 7pm • Sat: open by appt. only • Sun: Closed • Register for an individual/group training session • Find out about business development & training • Get FREE computer training

Victoria Park Pound (lost animal enquiries)

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199 Thelma Street, South Perth Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 11.30am - 12.30pm (ex. some public holidays) Report It (after hours message service) Photo: Natasha Lester

• Report a pothole or traffic nuisance • Report an abandoned car • Report graffiti

9311 8111 • Report littering • Report dumped rubbish

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Local History

Entries in the recent 2015 Local History Awards included a series of photographs of the Walkemeyer family’s Terminus Bakery which was judged best in the photographic memories section.

In 1924 The Terminus Bakery was established at 916 Albany Road by A.B. Walkemeyer.

After his death in 1934, the bakery was run by his son Bernie who was joined in 1949 by his son Otto who ran the business until it was sold in 1962.

Jack Conduit with Nellie in Swansea Street East Victoria Park c1944

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Together, 100 Years Apart John Curtin Gallery Building 200, Curtin University Kent Street, Bentley The Gallery will reproduce a large scale, high resolution photographic mural of the image in its Atrium.

Covering almost the entire wall of the space, it will transport visitors to the moments leading up to this moment in history.

1 September

Elected Members Briefing Session, 6.30pm Council Chambers Town Administration Centre Public Welcome

8 September

Ordinary Council Meeting 6.30pm Council Chambers Town Administration Centre Public Welcome.

25 September

School term finishes Make sure you check out activities and school holiday programs at Leisurelife and the Library in this edition or on the Town’s website.

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Futile Labor: Christopher Salter, Oron Catts and Ionat Zurr John Curtin Gallery

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Building 200, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley The John Curtin Gallery will present an exciting multisensory art installation which calls attention to the growing phenomenon of manipulating and engineering life.

Futile Labor, a ground-breaking artistic research project, will enable visitors to fully experience the growth and movement of a tissue engineered muscle that is housed and fed in a custom designed “living machine”.

6 October

Elected Members Briefing Session, 6.30pm Council Chambers Town Administration Centre Public Welcome

13 October

Ordinary Council Meeting, 6.30pm Council Chambers Town Administration Centre Public Welcome

25 October

Moreton Bay Fig Festival FREE John MacMillan Park Sussex St, East Victoria Park

This information is available in alternative formats on request

Brodie and Nellie and the Bedford, the ‘Terminus Bakery Fleet’ c1950s

31 October

Bentley Park Show FREE - 10am to 5pm Bentley Park Auditorium 26 Plantation Drive, Bentley View the work of Bentley Park’s talented residents on display.

Devonshire teas and sausage sizzle will be available for purchase, plus a raffle will take place. For those contemplating a move to Bentley Park Retirement Community, this is a fantastic opportunity to find out more information. Contact: Sandra Dale on 6250 0538.

3 November

Elected Members Briefing Session, 6.30pm Council Chambers Town Administration Centre Public Welcome

10 November

Elected Members Briefing Session, 6.30pm Council Chambers Town Administration Centre Public Welcome

29 November

Christmas Street Mall (TBC) FREE Albany Highway, between Mint and Dane Streets 100% Recycled