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kwinana.wa.gov.au LIVING GREEN IN KWINANA GET TO KNOW YOUR COUNCILLORS BECOME A KWINANA PIONEER 2018 JUNE INSIDE OF KWINANA
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LIVING GREEN IN KWINANA
GET TO KNOW YOUR COUNCILLORS
BECOME A KWINANA PIONEER
2018JUNE
INSIDE
OF KWINANA
Welcome to the winter edition of the Spirit of Kwinana. We have had a great few months at the City of Kwinana and I can’t believe we are almost into the second half of 2018 already!
The City has hosted a range of great events over the last quarter, with the most notable being the Alcoa Children’s Festival.
The “big day out” for children aged 0 to 12 saw more than 4,000 people flock to Calista Oval to enjoy interactive science, art, music and environmental activities. The City resolved to significantly revitalise and expand the Alcoa’s Children’s Festival by offering a wider variety of activities and entertainment for a broader age range. I am pleased to say that the community embraced the change and that the City delivered to the community by taking the annual children’s event to the next level.
In April, the pivotal role our City is playing in boosting the state’s economy was recognised in a special report by the Committee for Perth and the University of WA. The ‘Kwinana
as a Catalyst for Economic Development’ report highlighted the significant impact and the vast opportunities the Kwinana Industrial Area would create in terms of both state revenue and job creation with the development of the Outer Harbour. We’re excited about the possibilities for the state and the City of Kwinana and will continue to advocate for the outer harbor to be constructed in a timely manner.
The City was also recently recognised for the second consecutive year as a Gold Waterwise Council. This title recognises the City’s ongoing innovation and leadership in incorporating waterwise principles into its operations. We are proud to achieve recognition two years in a row by implementing a range of sustainable water initiatives in the Kwinana community.
With so much happening, I am excited to see what the second half of 2018 has in store for the City and am sure that we will see even more unique events, programs and activities being held for residents to enjoy. If you want to stay up-to-date with the latest news from the City of Kwinana, or to be the first to know about upcoming events within the City, please be sure to subscribe to our online newsletter or follow us on Facebook.
Carol Adams, Mayor
WENDY COOPER
An Elected Member for just over six years, Councillor Cooper finds the opportunity to answer the needs of community members extremely rewarding.
“During my time in Council I have established a close relationship with the resident’s association and through them have been able to develop close connections to the work and commitment of individual areas within the City,” she said.
“As the City continues to grow the challenges broaden.”
“It is a fulfilling role to be a part of a team to ensure that Council runs smoothly,” said Councillor Cooper.
When not engaged in Council, Councillor Cooper is spending her time as a member of the Rotary Club of Kwinana and the Kwinana Tennis Social Club, as well as volunteering for the newly named support organisation, Chorus.
SHEILA MILLS
Previously working as the Education and Information Officer in the WA Parliament for over 16 years, Councillor Mills became engaged with the wider community when she joined the organising committee for the Vote Kwinana campaign.
“I appreciate the strong sense of community in Kwinana which became profoundly evident through my work for the Vote Kwinana campaign,” she said.
“I believe the community spirit has grown even stronger with the wonderful support the community gives to initiatives and events in the City, such as the Kwinana Adventure Park, the Edge Skatepark, and our recent large-scale events,” said Councillor Mills.
Councillors Mills has been a resident in Kwinana for five years and was first elected into Council in 2015.
MAYOR’S MESSAGE
GET TO KNOW YOUR COUNCILLORS
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KWINANA AS A CATALYST FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Kwinana’s exciting future and the pivotal role it has played in boosting the State’s economy was recognised at a Committee for Perth event held in April.
City of Kwinana Chief Executive Officer Joanne Abbiss, was included as one of the panel of guest speakers at the event ‘Kwinana as a Catalyst for Economic Development’. The event also saw the release of a special report of the same title by the University of Western Australia and the Committee for Perth as a part of the FACTBase project.
Both the event and the report highlighted the significant impact the Kwinana Industrial Area has had for the State and also the vast opportunities that the area would create in the future in terms of both State revenue and job creation with the development of the Outer Harbour.
Looking specifically at Kwinana as a resilient economy and as a catalyst for economic development in the Perth and Peel region, this report highlighted how crucial the Kwinana Industrial Area has become, creating over 13,000 jobs and contributing more than $15 billion dollars to the state’s economy.
The report confirmed that a number of key commitments in infrastructure and governance for the area are needed such as the Outer Harbour, which will contribute substantially to the activities being carried out in the area and have a positive effect on future investment in the region.
Catering to both the national and international markets as a key link in the state’s global trade connections, and with the establishment of the Outer Harbour, the Kwinana Industrial Area has the potential to generate an annual revenue in the order of $42.4 billion, with projected flow on effects in Australia of $28 billion.
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FOOD SENSATIONS PROGRAM Designed to give adults a good understanding of healthy eating and skills in buying and cooking healthy food, this free nutrition and cooking program funded by the Department of Health involves one hour of activities and education and one and a half hours of cooking and eating. This program runs weekly from Friday, 3 August to Friday, 24 August.
Day: Fridays Time: 10am to 12.30pmLocation: William Bertram Community CentreRSVP: Contact Hannah on 9439 0226
FAMILY PHOTOS COLOURING-IN BOOKS Book a one-on-one session with the Local History Librarian to turn up to ten family photos into fun colouring-in pages. Customers can bring printed photos or digital copies on USB. Sessions are free. Bookings essential.
Location: Kwinana Public Library Booking: Call the Library on 9236 4300, email
[email protected] or make a booking at the library desk. INTERACTIVE PHOTO
EXHIBITION – FIND OUR FORGOTTEN KWINANIANSThe Kwinana Local History Collection receives many beautiful donations, but some of our photographs have lost their names. With photos on display in the Library throughout August, you can become a history detective and help us identify the people in these iconic images.
Location: Kwinana Public Library
COLOUR OUR HISTORY COMPETITION Calling all creative kids! We’ve turned one of our historic photos into a colouring-in page. Let your imagination run wild and colour your version of Kwinana to win fantastic prizes! Open for ages four to 12.
Visit the Kwinana Public Library for your entry form.
CELEBRATE FAMILY HISTORY MONTH THIS AUGUST AT KWINANA LIBRARY
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For more events within the City of Kwinana visit our
What’s On website at whatson.kwinana.wa.gov.au.
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WORM FARM WORKSHOPSDue to their popularity, the City of Kwinana has added two new workshops to the Worm Farm Workshop series hosted by Worm Shed. Learn how to easily and efficiently convert your food waste into fertiliser and enjoy the exclusive opportunity to purchase a discounted Worm Café for just $90 (saving of $127) at these free workshops. Proof of residency required.
The Worm Café is made of recycled plastic and consists of:
• four trays;• set of legs;• a tap to collect liquid leachate;• 1kg of worms (approx. 4,000);• 15 litres castings;• 500g tub of Dolomite; and• comprehensive instruction booklet.
Contact [email protected] or call 9439 0475 to register.
WORKSHOP DATES:
Date: Wednesday, 13 June Time: 11am to 1pm Location: Medina Hall, Pace Road Medina
Date: Tuesday, 26 June Time: 6pm to 8pm Location: Ken Jackman Hall (Darius Wells Library and
Resource Centre)
LIVING GREEN IN 2018Wandi Hall will be filled with stalls and information on switching your thinking, solar panels, waste, advice on plant choices and designs for your garden and owning chooks. Kwinana residents will also be able to purchase native tree, shrub and wildflower seedlings for just $1.50 each thanks to a subsidy from the City.
Day: Saturday, 23 JuneTime: 9am to 12pmLocation: Wandi Hall
COMMUNITY PLANTING DAYSJoin the City of Kwinana and help us revegetate the local area at these free community planting days.
Day: Sunday, 10 June, Wellard Park, Wellard Sunday, 17 June, Thomas Bushland, Medina Sunday, 24 June, Magenup, WandiTime: 9amRSVP: RSVP to Bushcare Officer on 9439 0418 or
LIVING GREEN IN KWINANA
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MEMBERSHIPS FOR EVERYONE;
Family, Couples, Junior and FIFO memberships now available. Enquire today!
WHAT’S ON FOR KIDS!
KINDYGYM:
Kids will have fun, enhance physical activity, improve coordination and make new friends. Wednesdays and Thursdays Ages 1 to 5: 9.30am to 10.15amAges 3 to 5: 10.30am to 11.15am
KWINANA KIDS PLAY AND LEARN:
Children sing and dance, learn drama and arts and crafts.Ages 3 to 4: Mondays, 9.30am to 11am
MULTISPORTS:
A different sport every fortnight including soccer, cricket, netball, basketball, gymnastics tee-ball and many more. Ages 5 to 12 years: Fridays, 4.30pm to 5.30pm
WHAT’S ON FOR ADULTS!
KWINANA ACTIVE PARENTS:
Mums or dads will strengthen relationships with their newborns through exercise and bonding experiences, in both land based exercises and relaxation in our Hydrotherapy Pool. Parents with babies up to six months old Wednesdays, 11am to 12.45pm.
KWINANA SWIM SCHOOL
TERM 3 2018 COMMENCES MONDAY, 16 JULY 2018.
Enrolments open Monday, 25 June 2018 for returning participants and Monday, 2 July 2018 for new students.Courses are available for babies from three months, school aged children, adults and those with special needs.*All term enrolments receive a complementary family swim pass for the term. Conditions apply.
AQUA PLAYGROUP – A relaxed non structured play session in our 34 degree Hydrotherapy Pool. Ages one to four years. Tuesdays 9am to 9.45am.
JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM – 10 day programs receive 30 per cent off if booked by 1 July 2018.
NEW LAP IT UP – a swimming program focusing on fitness and fun. Suitable for participants who are Level 7 and above. Tuesdays 5pm to 5.45pm.
VACATION CARE:
Enrolments open Monday, 11 June 2018.Excursions, incursions, art and crafts, sports, swimming and outdoor play at Kwinana Adventure Park.Time: Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm
(excluding Public Holidays).Cost: Daily fees apply (less childcare subsidy)Ages: 5 to 12
Upcoming dates: 2 July 2018 to the 13 July 2018 (excluding Public Holidays)
Full payment required to confirm booking.
WHAT’S ON AT KWINANA RECQUATIC?
For further information please contact Kwinana Recquatic on 9236 4700, email [email protected] or visit recquatic.com.au
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Do you know what Bright Futures Children’s Services can do for you and your child? Priding themselves on providing quality education and care in nurturing home environments, the Bright Futures Family Day Care team strive for excellence and promote collaborative relationships. Educators at Bright
Futures Family Day Care program for each child’s individual interests and
needs and receive the highest level of support to help them in their very important work with your child.
The City of Kwinana would like to honour those who have lived in Kwinana the longest and is calling for residents who have lived in Kwinana for more than 40 consecutive years to register for the Kwinana Pioneers Database. Those registered
will be kept up to date about upcoming functions to honour Kwinana’s longest-term community members.
If you have lived in Kwinana for more than 40 consecutive years, please register for the Pioneers Database. Visit the City’s website to download a registration form or contact [email protected] for more information.
Visit the Bright Futures Family Day Care website on brightfuturesfamilydaycare.com.au or call our office now on 9236 4120 for more information. We have vacancies in the Kwinana area.
ARE YOU A KWINANA PIONEER?
BRIGHT FUTURES FAMILY DAY CARE
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WHAT IS CITY ASSIST? City Assist is the local government law enforcement service for the City of Kwinana. This service does not replace any functions already offered by the WA Police. Our service provides a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week response service to local government law enforcement matters.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PARKING CHANGES The City of Kwinana has recently adopted amendments to the Local Planning Policy in regards to commercial vehicle parking. It is intended that this amendment will be able to provide more clarity, certainty and equity to all those that may wish to apply for commercial vehicle parking on their land. These new changes may allow the home owner to park his/her small truck on their property depending on vehicle size and zoning of property.
To find out more please visit the City’s website.
PARKING SAFETY IN SCHOOLSDo you know how to park safely around your child’s school? To help ensure the safety of yourself, your children and other road users please view the City’s ‘Parking safety around our schools’ leaflet online. Visit the City’s Facebook page for more information.
CITY ASSIST
BUILDING NEIGHBOURHOODS – STREET BY STREET Connecting Community for Kids is working in conjunction with the City of Kwinana, local service providers and passionate community members to encourage individuals to connect with their neighbours, and develop a greater cooperative spirit.
Research shows that social isolation and loneliness impacts heavily on mental and physical health. Studies also indicate that providing a safe, connected local environment for children and families increases their overall health and wellbeing.
Nicole Hunt, Kwinana Community Facilitator at Connecting Community for Kids believes the communities in which children live are among the most important contexts for time spent outside of home and school. “This makes neighbourhoods a key factor in the way children grow and develop,”
The Connecting Community for Kids Building Neighbourhood Connections Kwinana Action Team have participated in Building Neighbourhood Training; facilitated by Street by Street, a national project building neighbourhood networks and turning streets into communities.
The Action Team aims to strengthen neighbourhood relationships to make a positive difference to their own streets and ultimately, the wider community. If you are interested in participating in the Connecting Community for Kids Initiative, joining an Action Team or partaking in training, please contact 0429 904 324 or [email protected].
Community participation is vital to the success of the initiative, with Kwinana children and families at the heart of this project.
COMMUNITY FOCUS
CONNECTING COMMUNITY FOR KIDS
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ZONE YOUTH SPACE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Catering for young people in Kwinana aged 12 to 24, the Zone Youth Space recently released their School Holiday Program on 4 June. Offering a range of free and low-cost activities including gaming tournaments, cooking activities and more, the Zone Youth Space has something to help keep you or your kids occupied during the upcoming school holiday period.
INSPIRED FUTURES PROGRAM: Supporting young people aged 12 to 18 as they strive to become independent adults, the Inspired Futures Program presented by the Zone Youth Space provides an opportunity for young people to be supported in their endeavours to gain employment.
Through a range of activities and learning opportunities including mock interviews, resume writing, networking with local business managers and the identification and setting of S.M.A.R.T goals, young people are able to learn key life skills and gain insight into what possible employers are looking for in their employees.
Day: Wednesdays until 20 June 2018Time: 3.30pm to 5pmLocation: Zone Youth Space
For more information please contact the Zone Youth Space on 9236 4550.
The City of Kwinana’s three community centres (John Wellard Community Centre, William Bertram Community Centre and Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre) will be releasing their Term 3 Program on Tuesday, 26 June. Full of low-cost and free activities, the Term 3 Program includes something for residents of all ages.
Don’t forget! The City’s three community centres will also be releasing their School Holiday Program on Tuesday, 19 June to help you keep your kids occupied over the school holiday period.
Keep an eye on the City’s Facebook page to be the first to know when these programs are released.
COMMUNITY CENTRES RELEASE NEW PROGRAMS
YOUTH IN KWINANA
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The City of Kwinana would like your feedback on the Spirit of Kwinana Newsletter! Have your say by completing our short survey and go into the running to win a $50 Coles Myer gift card. Visit the following link and let us know your thoughts for your chance to win. Visit kwinana.wa.gov.au/consultation to complete the survey for your chance to win.
This year, Volunteering Australia celebrated their new theme for National Volunteer Week; Give a little. Change a lot. Representing the millions of volunteers who make a profound impact in their communities and on society, through giving a little time. The City of Kwinana honoured volunteers within the City at their Thank you to Volunteers Event and Award Ceremony held in May.
Want to know how you can help make a difference to the City of Kwinana and the lives of those in need? Join the 516 people who volunteered through the Kwinana Volunteer Centre in 2017 by contacting [email protected] today.
Winter meals are all about comfort and wholesome food. Here are some tips from Live Lighter to help you stay healthy this winter.
Eat more plants!
While the fresh salads of summer aren’t so appealing in winter, try these to get to your five serves of vegies everyday
• Roast a huge tray of vegetables. Keep them in the fridge to add to your meals all week; roast veggie salad, sandwiches, pasta, pizza, frittata, soup.
• Add canned lentils or beans to any of your mince dishes such as bolognese sauce, mexican filling or burger patties. They are cheap and blend right in.
• Soups are an excellent way to get a big veggie hit. Tweak your family favourite meals by throwing in a few extra serves of veg: add carrots and beans to your minestrone, corn kernels to your chicken soup and some zucchini to your pea and ham. Easy pea-sy!
Check out more winter recipes on livelighter.com.au. Happy cooking!
HAVE YOUR SAY
WINTER WARMERS
LEND YOUR HAND TO THOSE IN NEED AT THE KWINANA
VOLUNTEER CENTRE
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Raising awareness of the problems with single-use disposable plastic, please join 100,000+ West Australians and a million+ people worldwide for Plastic Free July.
The plastic bottles, bags and takeaway containers that we use for just a few minutes every day are made by a material designed to last forever and due to their long-lasting design break up, not down and become permanent pollution.
Throughout July we are encouraging residents to take the challenge and choose to refuse single-use plastic. By choosing to become a part of the solution, you can take action by;
• Avoiding products in plastic packaging (choose alternatives)
• Reducing where possible (opt for refills, remember your reusable shopping bags)
• Refusing plastics that escape as litter (e.g. straws, takeaway cups, utensils, balloons)
• Recycling what cannot be avoided
Want more tips to help you reduce single-use plastics? Alongside presenter Kerry Pond, the City of Kwinana and Switch your Thinking will be hosting the Plastic Not So Fantastic workshop to help you minimise single-use plastics in your home and life, saving both money and the planet!
Date: Wednesday, 11 July 2018Time: 7pmLocation: Ken Jackman Hall, Darius Wells Library and
Resource Centre
PLASTIC FREE JULY
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Recycle Soft Plastics at Coles Kwinana:
Looking for somewhere you can recycle your soft plastics? Coles at the Kwinana Marketplace now has a Redcycle collection bin in-store for you to deposit all of your soft plastics. Recycled in Australia by Replas, these plastics are turned into amazing recycled products including fitness circuits, sturdy outdoor furniture, bollards, signage and more. Find out what plastics can be deposited by visiting redcycle.net.au/what-to-redcycle.
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Frank Konecny Community Centre: A stepping stone for people in the community, the Frank Konecny Community Centre offers low cost courses for enhanced life skills and allows participants to gain interaction with others. With a mission to bring people of all ages, nationalities and cultures together to enhance their lives, contact 9439 2470 or head to frankkonecny.com.au for more information.
Upcoming Waste Collections Area Green Waste 4 2018
One Put out waste 9 to 10 June
Pick up commences 11 June
Two Put out waste 16 to 17 June
Pick up commences 18 June
Three Put out waste 23 to 24 June
Pick up commences 25 June
CONTACT USTelephone 08 9439 [email protected] Gilmore Ave & Sulphur Rd Kwinana WA 6167PO Box 21, Kwinana WA 6966Hours Mon to Fri, 8am to 5pm(Cashier hours 8am to 4pm)
