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Shire snapshot

“The views provided in this publication are the views of

the individuals who contributed the information relating

to those views. These views are not necessarily

endorsed by Council or the Editor. Similarly, the Shire

of Carnamah accepts no responsibility for information

provided by third parties.”

DOGS AND CATS Dog and cat registrations expire on the 31

October each year. Please see the admin

staff to complete appropriate paperwork if your

animal is not already licensed. If you are a dog

or cat owner, you need to notify the Shire of

your animal’s passing or if you relocate so we

can transfer or cancel the registration

accordingly.

Under the Dog and Cat Acts, it is a requirement

that all new registrations and any renewals of

cat and dog licenses require the pet to be micro-

chipped.

SMS REGISTER

The Shires’ SMS service is a valuable tool to

alert members of the community about:

Harvest & Vehicle Movement Bans

Bushfires and other emergencies

There is no cost involved to the individual to sign

up for this service and to receive the SMS. If you

would like to be registered on the Shire of

Carnamah SMS register please contact the

Shire Admin Office on 99517000 or email

shire@carnamah.wa.gov.au.

PROHIBITED BURNING PERIODS

We are now in the Unrestricted Period.

Prohibited and restricted burning times are as

follows for the Shire of Carnamah:

UNRESTRICTED 14 March—17 September

RESTRICTED (permit must be obtained)

17 September to 15 October

PROHIBITED (no burning allowed)

15 October to 14 February

RESTRICTED (permit must be obtained)

15 February to 14 March

Fire Control Officers

Chief Bush Fire Control Officer – Wayne Barry

Deputy Chief Bush Fire – Brendon Haeusler

Deputy Chief Bush Fire – Geoff Hortin

Permit Issuing Officers

Carnamah – Wayne Barry

Carnamah – Grant Fidock (Shire EMRS)

Eneabba – Geoff Hortin

SHIRE OFFICE OPENING HOURS

Carnamah Mondays to Fridays

8:00am - 4:00pm

Eneabba Thursdays

10:00am - 2:00pm

Closed on Public Holidays.

Please do not come in if you are unwell or

been in contact with anyone positive to

COVID- 19.

P: CA - 9951 7000 EN - 9955 1058

E: shire@carnamah.wa.gov.au

A: 33-37 Macpherson St, Carnamah Eneabba Drive, Eneabba

Shire snapshot

RUBBISH COLLECTION

Rubbish removal is carried out each Monday

morning in Eneabba and Tuesday morning in

Carnamah. Bins need to be in place the night

before as the Shire cannot guarantee the exact

time that the rubbish truck will arrive. Bins should

be positioned within one metre of the kerb or

edge of bitumen, with the wheels positioned away

from the kerb or road. Bins are to be kept in good

order. Bins that are split, have broken lid hinges

or are otherwise unserviceable need to be

repaired or replaced.

CARNAMAH AND ENEABBA TIPS

Carnamah - Carnamah Bunjil Road

Eneabba - Mineral Sands Road

The Carnamah & Eneabba tips are open 7 days

a week. Please place rubbish in the correct

locations as shown on the signage.

LIFELINE WA COVID COPING KIOSK

The Lifeline WA COVID Coping Kiosk has been

developed to provide resources for the West

Australian community facing challenges

brought on by COVID-19. Resources include

videos, interviews and articles that Lifeline WA

have created in order to support Western

Australians navigate their way to a better more

positive place. Visit their website at:

https://covidcopingkiosk.org/

ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING DATES

19 August Carnamah Council Chambers

16 September Eneabba Rec & Sporting Club

21 October Carnamah Council Chambers

18 November Carnamah Council Chambers

16 December Carnamah Council Chambers

All meetings held at Eneabba commence at 3pm

All meetings held at Carnamah commence at 4pm

LOCAL JUSTICES OF THE PEACE CONTACTS

Mrs Colleen Bennier (c/o Post Office) Residential Ph: 9951 1394 Business Ph: 9951 1133

Mobile: 0427 995 590

Mrs Sandra Brown Mobile: 0427 511 213

Mrs Giulia Stangle (c/o Shire of CA) Mobile: 0477 142 870

Mrs Kerri Conder Residential Ph: 9953 1221 Mobile: 0427 389 656

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE

www.carnamah.wa.gov.au

OR FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK

@shireofcarnamah

GO LOCAL FIRST CAMPAIGN TO SUPPORT SHIRE OF

CARNAMAH SMALL BUSINESSES

Shire President Merle Isbister is encouraging Carnamah and Eneabba

to show their support for small businesses in their local communities as a new

nationwide campaign is launched locally.

The “GO LOCAL FIRST” campaign, an initiative of the Council of Small Business

Organisations Australia (COSBOA), will highlight the vital role of small businesses in

our nation’s economic recovery from Covid-19 and in keeping local communities

thriving. The campaign will encourage Australians to choose local small businesses

when they are purchasing products and services to help get the economy back on its

feet.

Small businesses account for just over one-third of

Australia’s GDP and an economic recovery will not be

possible without small businesses trading and hiring

people. “Throughout this pandemic, small businesses

have done it tough. Now is the time to be out supporting

Carnamah’s and Eneabba’s local grocers, restaurants,

cafes, accounting and legal firms, gardeners, tradespeople and goods producers, like

farmers”.

“Our local small businesses need our loyal communities to back them now, by ‘going

local first’ when they need to buy a product or service. When you shop locally, your

money stays in the community, meaning local jobs and local economies not just

surviving, but helping them to thrive as we emerge from Covid-19. Australia’s 3.5 million

small businesses are the heartbeat of local communities, when they thrive, communities

thrive, and the national economy prospers,” Cr Isbister said.

Research commissioned by COSBOA shows Australians are spending more at local

businesses since the Covid-19 lockdowns began earlier this year, but temporary and

permanent closures are preventing them from doing more to support them. The

research finds Australians see broad economic improvements as the most important

issues for the country, after managing the spread of the coronavirus. The GO LOCAL

FIRST campaign will be rolled out nationally on outdoor, radio, and digital advertising

over the next six months with a call to action to consumers to spend locally first.

Dear Community Member,

We are writing to you about this exciting project and give the

opportunity to have your say. We would love to have you on board and work

together to refresh and rejuvenate our brand for the long-term benefit of Carnamah

and Eneabba.

We want to make Shire of Carnamah ‘the place to be’

By being progressive and making Carnamah and Eneabba's uniqueness, assets and

history our strengths, we want to position ourselves as a desirable place to live, work

and play. The goal is to rejuvenate and refresh the Shire’s brand to:

entice people to move to the area

highlight the strengths and talents of our caring community

provide more economic opportunities and attract investments and tourism

differentiate Shire of Carnamah from other Shires in the Region

Your opportunity

Please complete the questionnaire on the next pages by 6th August and drop it off at

the following collection points: Carnamah (Shire office, Wallaces News and Drapery,

IGA, Post Office or Roadhouse); Eneabba (Shire Office or Eneabba General Store).

You can also complete it online by typing this link in your browser: http://

carnamah.wa.gov.au/rebrandingsurvey2020

Want to know more?

Call Giulia or Vin at the Shire on 9951 7000 or email your question/s to

executive@carnamah.wa.gov.au.

You can keep the conversation flowing by attending a community forum with our

branding consultant. Please RSVP to the Shire or insert your details in the

questionnaire so we can send you an invitation.

Forum 1 13 August, 5.30pm Carnamah Town Hall Light refreshments provided

Forum 2 14 August, 5.30pm Eneabba, location TBA Light refreshments provided

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS—REBRANDING PROJECT

What does re-branding mean?

Rebranding is a marketing strategy defined as the process of ‘modifying’ the

corporate image of an organisation to create a different identity from its competitors.

A corporate image (or brand) is not only defined by the organisation’s own logo, but it

comprises of its own communicable identity, accessible corporate colours, easy to

read fonts, consistent language used in its formal statements (e.g. slogans), and

much more.

Why do we need rebranding?

With the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, Shire of Carnamah recognises that there is

an opportunity to grow, innovate, tap into new businesses or customers, and to

reconnect with its community. Re-branding benefits for Shire of Carnamah may

include:

Gaining an insight into the current perceptions of the community of Shire of

Carnamah, the challenges experienced, the strengths, the weaknesses, and the

resources available, with a focus on where we want to be;

Identifying the desired goals (increase residents/visitors; bring economic growth

for local businesses; etc.);

Identifying assets and opportunities to be promoted to increase visitor numbers

and determining what brand assets and advertising tactics are to be produced to

increase visitors;

Helping put Carnamah and Eneabba on the map and provide a point of

difference for our District; and

Creating an inviting and attractive environment for new businesses, new families

and visitors alike.

Why does the logo need changing?

The logo doesn’t necessarily need to be changed. If the community’s sentiment is to

retain the logo (or some elements of the logo), we will work to revitalise and refresh

the existing logo to retain its historical value but in a way that can be used in a

modern context.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS—REBRANDING PROJECT CONTINUED

Will the cost of rebranding affect our rates?

No. Costing for this project has already been included in our operational budget and

will not result in a rate increase.

Will staff uniforms, stationery, street signs, number plates and special series

number plates have to change as a result of the rebranding project?

Existing stocks of stationery, number plates, special series number plates and staff

uniforms will continue to be used until they are depleted. Existing street signs and

signage will not be changed, but new street signage, the next lot of special series

number plates and other signage will reflect the Shire’s new corporate image once

the new stock is required to be ordered. No additional charges will be incurred using

this approach.

Will the website change?

Yes. The website is being redeveloped to provide a more powerful and easy to use

communication tool. Shire officers will engage with community groups and

businesses to ensure optimal use of the new website. The website redevelopment

project has been budgeted for in 2020/2021 with no rate increase as a result.

Has a cost analysis been done?

Yes, a project plan (including cost analysis) has been completed.

Do I need to change my number plates or special series number plates as a

result of the rebranding project?

No.

What does Carnamah/Eneabba mean to you?

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What do you do? (work, hobby, etc.)______________________________________

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What are your favourite things about Carnamah/Eneabba? ____________________

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What are Carnamah/Eneabba unique attributes?

What makes Carnamah different from neighbouring Shires like Coorow, Three Springs, or Perenjori?

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Culture_____________________________________________________________

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WHAT ARE CARNAMAH/ENEABBA UNIQUE ATTRIBUTES? (CONTINUED)

History_____________________________________________________________

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Other ______________________________________________________________

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What are your hopes for the future of the towns of Carnamah and Eneabba?

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For its businesses ____________________________________________________

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COMMUNITY FORUMS RSVP

Full Name: __________________________________________________________

Contact number: _____________________________________________________

Email address or residential address:_____________________________________

CLOSURE OF THOROUGHFARE

The Shire of Carnamah. Has ordered partial closure of MacPherson Street From the intersection of Carnamah-Perenjori Road to the Carnamah District High School. For a period of 3 hours from 12.00 noon to 3 pm on Thursday the 23rd July 2020. For the purposes of holding the annual High School Cross Country Championships. John Skinner Manager Works and Services (1) Name of Local Government. (2) Closure or partial. (3) Section or sections and name of thoroughfare. (4) All vehicles or specified class of vehicle at all times or time as appropriate. (5) Duration of closure. (Period up to 4 weeks from initial closure date) (6) Purpose of closure.

Forms Prescribed by Legislation

The Complete Guide to the Local Government Act 1995 ©

Note · This notice is pursuant to Section 3.50 (1) and (8) of the Local Government Act · The public notice is to be published at least once in a newspaper generally circulating throughout the district. · A copy of this notice is to be exhibited on the Public Notice Board at the local Government Office for a period

of at least 7 days. · A copy of this notice is to be exhibited on the Notice Board at every Local Government Library for a period of

at least 7 days.

LOCAL SUPPLIER PLATFORM TO ASSIST IN LOCAL

GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT

Dear Business Owner,

As part of our ongoing support to local business and community in the face of the current

pandemic, the WA Local Government Association has facilitated access to a procurement

platform specifically designed to help staff find and engage local suppliers in

our procurement processes.

The VendorPanel Marketplace is a proven local economic development tool that uses

geolocation to help buyers easily identify suppliers in their region and invite them to quote

on their projects.

It is entirely free for suppliers and, above being a sales channel, is a useful tool for

managing quotes. We would like to invite you to register to join the platform and

receive RFQs for jobs relating to your area of business.

To find out more and to register into the VendorPanel Marketplace, visit https://

pages.vendorpanel.com/workwithwalocalgov It is the Shire of Carnamah's intent, moving

forward, to only accept quotes through this platform. So please register your

business ASAP.

Kind regards,

Vin Fordham Lamont

Chief Executive Officer – Shire of Carnamah

The platform is entirely free for suppliers. As well as exposing SMEs to opportunities, it helps to improve process and saves time in quotation management.

www.VendorPanel.com

“Toowoomba Regional Council is one of the biggest employers, but also the biggest spenders in the region. It is great for our region’s economic growth that we can now find and engage suppliers that have never worked with Council before.”

Jessica WalshFinance Officer - ProcurementToowoomba Regional Council

“It feels like a fairer and more transparent environment where you are judged on your capabilities rather than your relationship.”

Sophie Jones-Kelly CEO of Acacia Environmental Management

How it works:

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Address geolocation helps buyers to identify local suppliers

Wizard steps buyers through a compliant RFx process

Manage requests and responses on the go, with VendorPanel Mobile

Easy selection from over 80 supplier categories

Key benefits:

Audited average cost avoidance of 9.74%

Confidence in your process among local suppliers

Reduced risk through full visibility of decentralised sourcing

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Smart procurement. Local jobs.

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Community calendar

Date Time Activity

22 July 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Over 50’s Exercise Group at the Eneabba Club

23 July

24 July

25 July 9:00am - 12 noon

Lions Op Shop - Grand Re-opening Day 46A Macpherson Street, Carnamah

11:00am - 3:15pm

Scouts WA District Camp at the Carnamah Caravan Park

7:00pm onwards

Scouts WA District Camp - Campfire at the Carnamah Caravan Park

26 July 9:15am Scouts WA - Parent Information session & Youth Registration at the Carnamah Caravan Park

8:30am - 4:30pm

First Aid Training at Three Springs ST John Ambulance, Three Springs

For your information, we advise that the Caravan Park has the following bookings over the next few months: 24 & 25 July - Scouts, approx 40 scouts and 12 leaders. 7 - 9 August - ACC Western Wallabies - Carnamah Muster, 12 vans. 14 - 16 August - Westcoast Jayco Club, 12 vans. 21 - 22 August - Leisure Seekers Caravan Club, 10 - 15 vans. 11 - 13 September - Coromal Windsor Caravan Club, 12 vans. 2 - 3 October - Bowling Club event, numbers TBA.

We are providing this advice in advance to enable you to consider whether there is an opportunity for your business to capitalise on the additional visitors to Carnamah and, at the same time, add to the visitors’ experience during their stay.

27 July 5:00pm North Midlands Agricultural Society - Meeting at the Landcare Building, Carnamah

Iluka Resources Limited • ABN 34 008 675 018 • 249 Goulds Road, Narngulu WA 6532

PO Box 84, Geraldton WA 6531 • T +61 8 9956 8218 • F +61 8 9956 8233 • www.iluka.com

Mineral Sands Concentrate export milestone

In 2018 Iluka initiated a project aimed at processing and marketing a by-product stockpile at our Eneabba site. At the commencement of the project Iluka engaged stakeholders and members of the community from Eneabba to Geraldton through a range of community-based workshops, meetings and other measures.

Iluka is pleased to inform you that we have now completed the successful first shipment of mineral sands concentrate, which contains zircon, ilmenite and monazite (a mineral containing rare earth elements), from our Eneabba operation via the port of Geraldton on the 28th of June. Following investment of approximately $10 million in onsite processing infrastructure, production of mineral sands concentrate commenced on 8 April. The support from The Shire of Carnamah and inputs we received from our stakeholder and community consultation activities contributed to the success of this 10,000 tonne shipment, the first from the Mid-West in more than 25 years.

Ship loading occurred over two days, through trucks carrying 77 tonnes per trip between Iluka’s Narngulu facility and Geraldton Port. The product had been previously transported along the Brand Highway from Eneabba to our Narngulu operation, where it was held ahead of loading to the export vessel. The commercialisation of Iluka’s Eneabba stockpile has seen the creation of around 10 additional operational, contractor and supply chain jobs, all from the local Mid-West region. The rare earths elements contained in the monazite are used in a range of advanced technologies that are increasingly integral to modern life, economic prosperity and sustainable development including the manufacture of permanent magnets for electric vehicles, wind turbines, computer hard drives, and loud speakers, as well as specialist glass products such as camera and telescopic lenses.

Safety

All mineral sands products contain naturally-occurring radioactive elements, and the safe management of these is well-researched and regulated. As one of the world’s largest mineral sands companies operating for more than 60 years, Iluka is the industry leader in radiation safety globally. The process used by Iluka was overseen by regulators, consultant specialists and Iluka’s own internal experts. Sealed storage containers and placarded trucks were used in the transportation of concentrate from Eneabba, consistent with the company’s longstanding approach to radiation safety.

Next Phase

On the back of this recent success, Iluka is now assessing the feasibility of producing a higher value monazite product at Eneabba. If executed, this would see additional processing activities on site, encompassing further investment and exciting employment opportunities. I would like to thank you and everyone who has worked with us throughout the development and regulatory approvals process for the Eneabba Project.

As part of the next phase, Iluka will again undertake extensive consultation with stakeholders and communities and will be publicising opportunities to engage over the coming weeks.

Online engagement and project information is already available via Iluka’s website at www.Iluka.com/engage/Eneabba. Also, you are welcome to call us on 1800 305 993 if we can assist with any inquiries.

I look forward to working with you throughout the next phase and to our continued and shared success in Mid-West mineral exports.

Yours sincerely,

Wicky Moffat Project Manager – Eneabba

www.walga.asn.au/rates

Step 1Total rates required to run

the Local Government

Cost of running

the Local Government

Minus non-rate revenue

(grants, fees & charges, other)

To calculate rate revenue

required

Step 2Rate in dollar calculated

Divide the rates revenue required

By the combined rental

value of all rateable properties

To calculate the rate in the dollar

Step 3What you pay

Multiply the rate in the dollar

By your property’s value as set by the Valuer

General – either Gross Rental Value (GRV) or

Unimproved Value (UV)

To calculate your rates for

the year

your council rates explained

COUNCIL RATES EXPLAINED

How are rates calculated? The rates paid on residential property are calculated based on the operating requirements of the Local Government. The rates you pay are a proportionate share of what is needed by the Local Government to provide local services and facilities. That is, if your home has greater potential rental return than your neighbours, you will pay a higher share of the total rates budgeted by Council. What is the rates freeze that Local Governments are talking about? The rates freeze adopted by many Councils (including the Shire of Carnamah) in response to COVID-19 is about not increasing the total amount of rates received by Local Governments. The intent of the rates freeze was to help provide ratepayers with financial certainty – in effect one less surprise in what is a difficult time for many. However, the periodic system of revaluations of properties undertaken by the Valuer General will result in some ratepayers paying more and some less than last year – while the revenue to Local Governments remains unchanged. How are rates applied? The Local Government applies a rate in the dollar that is multiplied by the valuation to obtain the rate amount for each property. Please note that a Gross Rental Valuation (GRV) is applied generally in town sites and suburbs and an Unimproved Valuation (UV) is applied in rural areas. What can make rates go up? Rates can also increase if your property increases in potential rental value faster than others in your area. For example, if you make improvements to your home that increase its rental value then your share of rates will increase. However, changes to property values that affect the whole market – such as times of boom and recession – do not directly affect rates as the comparative value between neighbouring properties remains the same. Your rates can increase if the Local Government requires more funds to provide local services and facilities. For example increases to wages and materials costs or if it builds new facilities or adds new services. Local Governments budgets and consequently funds required through rates are also affected by changes to charges by other sectors of Government such as electricity pricing. Why don't rates go down when there is a drop in the property market? This is because your rates are not directly linked to movements in the property market – only the value of your property in comparison with your neighbours. If rates were directly linked to the property market then rates would be far greater than currently. Using each Local Government’s budget as the starting point for setting the amount of rates required, protects ratepayers from increases that are not directly aligned with the provision of services.

What if I disagree with my rates? There are two options to object or appeal your rates:

Under the Local Government Act 1995 you have 42 days from the time the rates notice is issued to appeal your rates if you believe there is an error with the rate record. If you do decide to query your rates you must still pay the full amount while it is being reviewed.

You can also appeal how the value of your property was calculated. The Valuer General allocates a Gross Rental Value (GRV), generally for town properties, or an Unimproved Value (UV) for rural properties, and this value sets your share of what the Council requires. Your annual valuation is included on the rates notice. If you believe this figure is too high you can challenge it. For further information, visit the Landgate website at https://www0.landgate.wa.gov.au/for-individuals/property-valuations/lodging-an-objection .

What is the Emergency Services Levy?

The State Government requires Councils to collect the Emergency Services Levy

from ratepayers. The funds raised go to the Department of Fire and Emergency

Services. The funds do not go to Councils and the rate charged is not set by

Councils.

Do pensioners get a discount on rates?

Pensioners with a valid seniors’ or concession card are entitled to rates reductions

depending on their status on Council rates, water charges and the Emergency

Services Levy. The State Government caps the rebate to pensioners at 50% of their

rates up to $750.

Do I have to pay my rates all at once?

Councils understand that sometimes people experience financial hardship which

makes it difficult to meet all of their financial commitments when they are due.

Please contact Judy, the Shire Rates Officer, to arrange a suitable payment

arrangement to settle the rates debt by the end of the financial year.

New Phone number

We would like to advise that we have a new number at the police station.

Our new number is (08) 9908 9130.

Suspicious Activity

There have been a few reports of suspicious activity around town, however

these incidents have not been reported to police.

We would like to remind everyone that any suspicious activity seen should be

reported directly to police as soon as possible.

Have a great day.

Regards

Cheryl BELL

OIC Carnamah Police Station.

COP THAT

CARNAMAH POLICE STATION

MacPherson Street, Carnamah WA 6517

e-Newsletter July 2020

FREE - First Aid Training

Police First Aid 2019 Free First Aid training flyer Page 1

Would you know what to do in an emergency situation? Thanks to funding provided by the Three Springs Police, North Midlands St John

Ambulance are offering FREE accredited First Aid training to individuals from the

Coorow, Carnamah, Three Springs, Eneabba, Mingenew, Perenjori and Morawa

communities.

Course Information

HLTAID003 Provide First Aid (Previously Senior First Aid)

Date: SUNDAY 26TH July 2020

Location: THREE SPRINGS ST JOHN AMBULANCE

RAILWAY RD

THREE SPRINGS

Duration: This is a one day course (8.30am to 4.30pm)

Prerequisite: Participants must complete pre-learning either online or paper

questionnaire prior to class. Participants must be minimum of

14 years of age

Registration: Registration is essential

What to bring: Morning and afternoon tea is provided but please bring your own

lunch.

Class size: Classes are limited to a maximum 22 participants

To enrol or request further information or to enrol please contact course coordinator

Merle Isbister, St John Ambulance North Midlands Sub Centre on 0428 511 030 or

via email merle.isbister@stjohnambulance.com.au I require your Christian Name,

Surname Name, Date of Birth, Phone number and email address

Learning first aid provides you valuable skills that could save a life, book your spot

now. Classes can be held on weekdays or weekends.

This training is provided thanks to the generosity of the Three Springs Police who

raised $20,000 in the 2019 Three Springs Police Charity Golf Day and subsequently

donated this to the North Midlands Sub Centre to provide this valuable training to the

local communities.

Carol Redford Founder | CEO

0427 554 035 stars@astrotourismwa.com.au www.astrotourismwa.com.au

Progress Report December 2019

Astrotourism Towns Report April to June 2020

There are 15 Midwest and Wheatbelt towns in the Astrotourism Towns Network

and Carnamah is one of them. The Astrotourism Towns Report for April to June

2020 is included here for your interest. Please note that the Carnamah stargazing

night which was cancelled earlier this year due to the COVID-19 virus, is planned to

now take place in October. Further details will be provided in due course.

WA is in a fortunate position where internal borders are open and the postponed Astrotourism

Towns stargazing events can be rescheduled. COVID safe plans will be in place for events and it will

be exciting for communities to engage in local events and for visitors to get out of the city.

Astrotourism Sector Development

Astrotourism Market Research Study Local Government support for the Astrotourism Towns project was the largest influencing factor that

now sees Tourism WA recognising the potential of the emerging Astrotourism sector.

Thanks to you, a Tourism WA commissioned Astrotourism Market Research Study will lead to:

Astrotourism market segment identification;

What messaging Tourism WA will use for these segments; and

Identification of industry requirements in order to provide products and services.

The Astrotourism Towns network will be engaged and the results will be shared near its completion,

expected in late 2020.

It will then be an ideal opportunity for the Astrotourism Towns network to gather and focus on what

this means at the local level. A workshop will be organised to generate ideas for business cases that

will make economic arguments for investment into product/service development and infrastructure

for site improvements. It’s a significant turning point and the largest achievement to date.

Visitation After the removal of border restrictions into the Mid West and Wheatbelt, the Perth

astrophotography community are keen to get out of the city and get back under a dark night sky.

This past month has seen an increase in astrophotographers starting to explore the Astrotourism

Towns network and the various sites promoted via the Astrotourism WA website. It’s noteworthy

that there are several photographers who are travelling to new locations further from Perth. If you

look back on some of the Instagram feeds of some photographers, you can see them expanding their

travel. One such photographer, https://www.instagram.com/samcmillington/, visited Lake Ninan for

the first time.

Tour Operators Domestic and inbound tour operator enquiries continue. Astrotourism WA has been in discussion

with the following organisations that express a desire to add Astrotourism products and services into

their existing tours.

Domestic Tour Operator Great Southern Outback Tours and Accommodation

Domestic Tour Operator Global Gypsies

Domestic Tour Operator Busaround Tours

Domestic Tour Operator Jurien Bay Adventure Tours

Domestic Tour Operator Midwest Adventure Tours

Domestic Tour Operator Midwest Photography Tours

Domestic Tour Operator D'Guy Charters

Inbound Tour Operator WilzWorkz; Techgoondu; Singapore Photography Imaging Network

Inbound Tour Operator Wavecrest Tours

Inbound Tour Operator Aussie Perth Tours

Inbound Tour Operator ATS Pacific

Inbound Tour Operator Goway Travel

Club Four Wheel Drive Club of WA (Inc)

Domestic Tour Operator Down Under Discoveries

Domestic Tour Operator GPS Adventure Tours

Astrotourism Towns Events and Activities

Stargazing Events The following events that were postponed due to COVID-19 are being rescheduled:

Carnamah – TBA. Stargazing event.

Chittering – 7th November 2020. Stargazing event. Will include displays and information on

the Muchea Tracking Station and associated history of Muchea’s role in space.

Coorow – TBA. Stargazing event.

Dandaragan – 25th August 2020. Product Development Telescope Class will be held near

Jurien Bay to train local accommodation operators to use the community telescope and

provide casual stargazing experiences to visitors during the September School Holidays.

Mingenew – 10th October 2020. Stargazing event. May include tours to the Mingenew Space

Centre.

Morawa – 15th August 2020. Product Development Aboriginal Astronomy. The Gingin Book

Club group is organised for a paid stay at Everlastings which will include an Aboriginal

Astronomy naked eye stargazing experience. The tour provided by Everlastings will be a trial.

Morawa –23rd October 2020. Stargazing event. May also include a STEM visit to the Morawa

District High School focused on telescopes, astronomy and light pollution for students.

Students will be encouraged to conduct a town light audit after the incursion.

Northam – TBA. Stargazing event.

Three Springs – 27th August 2020. Stargazing event. This event coincides with the Wildflower

Country Meeting. Representatives from Tourism WA have been invited to hear updates on

Wildflower Country and Astrotourism Towns and at the same time stay overnight for a

stargazing experience.

Wongan Hills – TBA. An Astrotourism update presentation is planned for the Wongan Hills

Visitor Centre and Shire staff. It will be rescheduled so that an update and business ideas can

be explored.

Opportunity

All stargazing event presentations include an update on the Astrotourism Towns project. However, if

you would like a specific in person or online presentation for community members who work in local

tourism, please contact Carol Redford on 0427 554 035 or carol@astrotourismwa.com.au.

The following lists all Astrotourism Towns stargazing events held since 2018. Attendance numbers

are increasing.

Astrotourism Town Attendance 2018/19 Attendance 2019/20

Bindoon - TBA

Carnamah 100 TBA

Cervantes 80 124

Coorow - TBA

Darkan - 50

Lake Grace - 45

Mingenew 70 TBA

Moora 60 -

Morawa 50 TBA

Mullewa 30 -

Northam - TBA

Perenjori 50 -

Three Springs 47 TBA

Wagin - 50

Wongan Hills 70 126

Additional Astrotourism WA Projects & Activities There are a number of additional activities being pursued alongside the core Astrotourism Towns

project.

Star Tracks Television Series Beam Me Up Media has commenced filming “Star Tracks”, a space science documentary that has a

tourism focus.

Funding from Curtin University, The University of WA, International Centre for Radio Astronomy

Research, Shire of Moora, Shire of Dandaragan and Iluka will produce the first episode which will

focus on the Square Kilometre Array, Astrotourism, astrophotography and Aboriginal Astronomy.

Channel 7 has confirmed that it will air the episode locally in WA hopefully in late 2020. The 30-

minute episode will be used as a pilot to attract international broadcasting interest to produce a 13-

episode series. There will be investment opportunities for Local Government.

Stakeholder Engagement

Astrotourism Towns Building Better Regions Funding The project is approximately 80% complete with the first milestone achieved. The postponed events

for the Shires of Chittering, Coorow and Northam that form part of the project are being

rescheduled. The Grant Agreement has been extended to 31st December 2020.

The funding was awarded to the Shire of Lake Grace and has enabled the Shires of Chittering,

Coorow, Lake Grace, Northam, Wagin and West Arthur to become Astrotourism Towns.

iThink and Committee for Perth In June 2020, Astrotourism was listed as an idea on the State Government’s iThink initiative which

sought initiatives to get WA back on its feet after COVID-19.

The project scored the second highest number of votes which demonstrates strong network

support.

Astrotourism received the second highest number of votes on iThink.

The Astrotourism idea was also submitted directly to the Committee for Perth which supports the

iThink platform. Committee for Perth has also developed the Boorloo Kworp “Perth is Good”

initiative which has a synergy with the aims of Astrotourism WA.

Ideas captured through the iThink platform will be evaluated and explored for potential

implementation through a number of taskforce groups established across various Government

departments to manage COVID-19 response activities.

State and Federal Government Engagement continues with Regional Development Australia (RDA) Wheatbelt and the Mid West

Development Commission (MWDC) to further develop Astrotourism. RDA Gascoyne and Mid West

and the Gascoyne Development Commission are also interested to connect and explore possibilities.

Tourism WA, Australia’s Coral Coast (ACC), Australia’s Golden Outback (AGO) and Destination

Perth (DP) Astrotourism imagery continues to grow. Blogs, images, social media posts and publications

featuring WA’s night sky are growing in number and shows the support of the local Tourism Industry

leaders. On 26th February 2020, the CEO’s from ACC, AGO and DP were all present at a presentation

on the first stage of the Astrotourism Market Research Study results.

Light Pollution & Dark Sky Protection Activities There has been a spike in main stream media coverage of light pollution with initiatives from the

Australasian Dark Sky Alliance (ADSA). ABC News - https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2020-06-

19/count-southern-cross-stars-winter-solstice-map-light-pollution/12073804

ADSA Approved Luminaires ADSA now have a comprehensive list of approved night time friendly lights

(https://www.australasiandarkskyalliance.org/certifiedluminaires). These products are available in

Australia and the products range from streetlights to residential.

Opportunity

The available lighting list is extensive. If you require any help with choosing suitable products or

contacts for technical expertise, please contact Carol Redford on 0427 554 035 or

carol@astrotourismwa.com.au.

Perenjori Streetlight Initiative The Shire of Perenjori is taking steps to renew the town’s streetlights. Acting CEO, Mario Romeo, and

Astrotourism WA are working together to encourage Western Power to use ADSA approved dark sky

friendly streetlight products.

It's a ground-breaking project and Perenjori would be the first WA town to do this if the proposal is

successful. This opens up opportunities for Perenjori to become an accredited International Dark Sky

Community. It will also create a demonstration town that will prove what can be achieved.

Bindoon Bypass – Public Environmental Review The Shire of Chittering and Astrotourism WA made a submission to the Great Northern Highway

Muchea to Wubin Upgrade – Stage 2 - Bindoon Bypass - Public Environmental Review. It advocates

for ADSA approved dark sky friendly street lighting on this new road. Shire of Chittering CEO,

Matthew Gilfellon, has also forwarded the submission to the local Main Roads contact.

Opportunity

If you’d like a copy of the submission or require assistance with dark sky friendly outdoor lighting or

submissions on lighting for local projects, please contact Carol Redford on 0427 554 035 or

carol@astrotourismwa.com.au.

Dark Sky Astrotourism Policy The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage is almost ready to advertise the draft Dark Sky

Astrotourism Policy which will set out the Western Australian Planning Commission position on the

provision of and designation of dark sky locations, and the subdivision and development implications

throughout the State and local planning framework. Astrotourism Towns will be advised when it’s

ready for public comments.

3000K Streetlight Trial The planned 3000K1 residential streetlight trial with Western Power, Perth Observatory and the City

of Kalamunda has been cancelled. Western Power believes there are already enough 3000K

streetlight trials in the Perth metropolitan area. Although disappointing I have asked if a trial of

2700K street lighting would be of interest to Western Power.

Economic Development

West Arthur Darkan organised local Astrophotographer, The Nocturnal Photographer, to run an

astrophotography workshop on 19th May 2020. Local camera club members and other interested

locals attended. The photographer has now been connected to a potential new farm stay start-up

near the town. There is potential for regular Astrophotography Workshops to be held.

Chittering A local amateur astronomer has been introduced to an accommodation facility with the aim of

adding casual stargazing services for visiting groups.

GPS Adventure Tours that currently conducts daytrip tours that include stargazing has been

introduced to an accommodation facility to encourage overnight tours.

Opportunity

Do you have a local tourism business that would benefit from connection with an astrophotographer

or amateur astronomy enthusiast? Please contact Carol Redford on 0427 554 035 or

carol@astrotourismwa.com.au.

Community Engagement

Social Media Donna Vanzetti continues to send stargazing tips and news to the Astrotourism Towns which builds

astronomy knowledge at local level. We now also include a one-page Astrotourism Behind the

Scenes and Stargazing Tip for publication in local newspapers

Astrotourism WA is on Instagram and Facebook. If you have anything specific you think would suit

sharing to the Astrotourism WA network, please let me know. I’m always keen to cross-promote.

Opportunity

1 New LED lighting technology can be very rich in blue light which impacts night time environments. Dark sky friendly LED lights have a warmer correlated colour temperature (CCT) which is measured in degrees Kelvin (K). The International Dark-Sky Association recommends CCT < 3,000 K; S/P ratio < 1.2 to minimise blue emission.

Have you got an event coming up that you’d like to cross promote on Astrotourism WA social

media? Please send details to Carol Redford at carol@astrotourismwa.com.au.

Darkan Community Resource Centre (CRC) Astronomy Course The Darkan CRC purchased an introductory online astronomy course and offered it to the local

residents.

Promotion

Domestic A list of stories and articles appearing in media from the last six months is below at Appendix 1 for

your information. Highlights include:

ABC News Article – Star Tracks TV Space Documentary and Astrotourism (18th June 2020)

Shire of West Arthur Bleat (6th April 2020)

International Direct email promotion to amateur astronomy clubs in the United Kingdom and Germany is still

paused. These will resume post-Coronavirus.

Advertisements promoting the Astrotourism WA website have been placed in both Australia’s

Golden Outback and Australia’s Coral Coast Annual Holiday Planners.

Comments and Feedback “I’m an astrotourist. I decided to visit WA because I have been inspired by a website – Astrotourism

WA. When I was doing travel research regarding astrophotography and stargazing in Australia, a

website "Astrotourism WA" appeared at top on Google search result. The Astrotourism WA website

provides a lot detail regarding stargazing in Australia, I noticed WA provide an "Astrophotography

Friendly" starry night and may be lower light pollution compare to other regions suitable for

astrophotography.” – Stanley from Malaysia

“I used to visit the area and have known about the Glenfield Homestead ruins for a while. When I

knew that the Shire of Northam welcomed Astrophotographers, I jumped at the chance to finally do

an astro shoot there. Knowing I was welcome made all the difference.” – Perth Astrophotographer,

Ben Brown

Appendix 1: Media Stories & News Date Publication Subject

23-Jun-20 South Western Times Interview with Shire of West Arthur

23-Jun-20 Caravan Podcast Interview with Shire of West Arthur

21-Jun-20 Perth Observatory Newsletter

Stargazers Club WA Facebook Live

19-Jun-20 ABC Great Southern Mornings (Tyne Logan)

Australasian Dark Sky Alliance World Record Attempt and Astrotourism Towns Darkan, Wagin, Lake Grace

19-Jun-20 ABC Radio Perth (Jillian O'Shaunessy)

Star Tracks Space TV Documentary (Beam Me Up Media) Start listening at 1:08:45

18-Jun-20 ABC News Star Tracks Space TV Documentary

06-Jun-20 Triple M (Angie) Beyond the Backyard

Astrotourism

05-Jun-20 iThink WA Public Sector COVID-19 Pandemic Recovery Think Tank

05-Jun-20 Kojunup News Australasian Dark Sky Alliance World Record Attempt and Astrotourism Towns Darkan, Wagin, Lake Grace

25-May-20 Triple M (Angie) South West breakfast show

Astrophotography and the Milky Way Season

18-May-20 The Bleat, Shire of West Arthur

Stargazing tips

05-May-20 ABC Radio Perth (Russ and Nadia)

eta-Aquarid Meteor Shower

04-May-20 Triple M (Angie) South West breakfast show

eta-Aquarid Meteor Shower

23-Apr-20 RDA Wheatbelt enews Listed as one of the many Wheatbelt tourism trails

22-Apr-20 ABC Radio Regional Drive/Andrew Collins

Lyrids meteor shower, Backyard Stargazing

06-Apr-20 The Bleat, Shire of West Arthur

Astrotourism Update and Launch event article, p 16-17

30-Mar-20 Triple M (Angie) South West breakfast show

Stargazing, Venus and Pleiades

08-Mar-20 Sunday Times Outdoor Explorer!

Aim for the stars

01-Mar-20 Roe Tourism website Black Friday Under the Stars

28-Feb-20 International Astronomical Union Outreach News

BYO Telescope, Northam Event

26-Feb-20 Eventfinda Star Light Star Bright

25-Feb-20 Australian Science Communicators SCOPE eNews

Astrotourism events

07-Feb-20 Spirit FM (Todd) breakfast show Geraldton

What's up in the night sky, Astrotourism, Astrofest

01-Feb-20 Qantas Travel Insider The Best All-natural Wellness Experiences in Australia

01-Feb-20 Have A Go News February is the Perfect Time to Learn Something New

30-Jan-20 RDA Wheatbelt enews Wheatbelt Global Gypsies

29-Jan-20 Midwest Times & Northern Guardian

MW skies offer world of delights

28-Jan-20 ABC Radio Regional Drive/Andrew Collins

Stargazing, astrotourism

26-Jan-20 The Travel Australia's West Coast Vs The East: 20 Photos To Help You Choose One Over The Other

22-Jan-20 Astronomical Group of WA eNews

Best Stargazing and Telescope Classes

15-Jan-20 Australasian Dark Sky Alliance eNews

Astrofest and Best Stargazing 2020

14-Jan-20 Destination Perth eNews Perth's best stargazing for 2020

07-Jan-20 Australia's Golden Outback website

Stargazing in Western Australia Travel Tips 2020

07-Jan-20 Australia's Golden Outback website

Stargazing in the Golden Outback – the best things to see in 2020

07-Jan-20 Destination Perth website Perth's Best Stargazing in 2020

01-Jan-20 Caravan Industry Association WA 2020 Caravan and Camping Holiday Guide

Holidaying Under the Stars

01-Jan-20 Australia’s Golden Outback 2019 Holiday Planner

Advertisement p , Stargazing imagery p

01-Jan-20 Australia's Coral Coast 2019 Holiday Planner

Advertisement (p ), Stargazing imagery p , Stargazing article p

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CARNAMAH TOURIST CENTRE The Annual General Meeting of the Tourism Centre will take place on Wednesday, 5th August at 10am in the Exchange. Please come along and be a part of a very important service to our tourism community. If you are unable to make it, and would like to volunteer to help out in the center giving information to travellers, please let me know so I can add you to our list of helpers. Sue Sivyer

President

Residential Rent Relief Grant Scheme

Can’t pay your rent?There is a special grant of up to $2,000 available

to help with rent if you’re struggling financially after losing your job due to COVID-19.

It’s easy to apply, go to www.dmirs.wa.gov.au/covidrentgrant or call 1300 30 40 54 for details.

NORTH MIDLANDS PROJECT

Scribes of North Midlands Writers Group

“The Good Old Days”

Life was so much different then, “In the Good Old Days”

Grandad drove a horse and cart and Grandma wore her stays.

They used to milk their cows by hand, while seated on a stool.

Grandma churned the cream each day when it was nice and cool.

She made her butter all by hand and each day made their bread,

Preserving jam for homemade scones, to keep the family fed.

On washing day, the copper boiled, she rinsed the whites in blue,

On the scrubbing board, she scrubbed, ‘til clothes were clean right through.

Then through the wringer they would go, until they would send no more

She’d rinse again, then wring them out, her hands would feel so sore.

Then out She’d go to hang them up, it would take all day to dry.

She’d bring them in to air it off while she made apple pie.

Tilling soil with horse and plough, each year they scythed the hay,

“With Crosscut saw they cut the wood, to build their sheds.” He’d say.

Coolgardie safes were all the go, when fridges weren’t around.

Ice boxes too came later on, To keep food safe and sound.

Irons were heated on the stove. to iron the clothes each day,

For Life was so much harder then. “But it was good.” They’d say.

“Yes times were often hard.” He said, Remembering years long past.

But they were happy with their lot and things were made to last.

Though they were poor by earthly means, they valued what they had

And values were much stronger then when He was just a lad.

Discipline was stronger too when their kids went to school.

They learnt to work and to obey, “It was the golden rule.”

Well life is very different now, but what has mankind learned?

Technology has changed our lives, but values now are spurned.

We take our lives for granted, not seeing what we’ve lost.

And many things are thrown away when we don’t count the cost.

Though we have made much progress, since those times long ago.

We too should learn the values, that we all need to know.

© By Marcell Billinghurst

BirdLife Australia’s Birds in Backyards surveys are a great way for residents to enjoy

birding at home and contribute to a national citizen science initiative. Birds in

Backyards Winter surveys are open now! These seasonal surveys tell us how our

birds are faring, how they use our urban landscapes and how people affect them.

This email outlines how you and your residents can get involved.

Let your Communications team know about the free Birds in Backyards Pack which

includes "ready-to-post" content, social media tiles, and easy to use bird survey

resources for residents.

Follow us via:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BirdsinBackyards

Twitter: @UrbanBirdsOz

Instagram: @birdsinbackyards

And stay in touch via birdsinbackyards@birdlife.org.au

Use Birds in Backyards to build a birding community in your LGA

Birds in Backyards is a research, education and conservation program of BirdLife

Australia that is focused on the birds that live where people live. Established more

than 20 years ago, the Bird in Backyards program is a national science-based

community participation program with more than 43,000 eNews subscribers.

The website is a gateway to our citizen science projects, birding resources, articles

and information about bird-friendly gardening. It aims to not only encourage people

to enjoy birds, but to create habitat for them too.

Give residents a platform to get more out of birding at home

• Encourage your residents to join the ‘Birding at Home’

(https://www.networkbirdlife.org/birding-at-home) movement! Birding at home

has escalated across Australia in the past few months and provides a strong

foundation for ongoing and extended connection of people with the birds they

share their space with. Birds in Backyards is the next step for residents that

have discovered the joy of birding from home.

• Birds in Backyards is supported by the Birdata survey tool,

(https://birdata.birdlife.org.au/) available online or as an app, and a range of

user-friendly resources to help residents learn about their local birds and

conduct regular backyard bird surveys. Although bird observations can be

recorded anytime, residents are encouraged to conduct 20-minute seasonal

surveys. Survey methods suit any ‘backyard’, including balconies and patios,

and can even be undertaken from a window!

• Many residents already participate in BirdLife Australia’s annual Aussie

Backyard Bird Count, (https://aussiebirdcount.org.au) held each October.

Birds in Backyards surveys are a great way for residents to stay connected

with birds throughout the whole year.

Help residents reap the benefits of birdwatching

Participating in Birds in Backyards surveys brings many benefits to residents:

• Sights and sounds – observing and hearing birds brings simple, instant joy.

• Brain food – learning about birds and the plants that attract them is good for the

brain.

• Time out – connection with the natural world improves mental health and

wellbeing.

• New skills - listening and observation skills are developed when surveying birds.

• All ages – anyone can participate in surveys, the more people the merrier!

• Anywhere, anytime – surveys can be done whenever and wherever you like.

• Seasons – quarterly surveys increase understanding of the bird and plant changes

that different seasons bring.

• Community – bird surveys are undertaken by a large community of citizen

scientists with many options for online connection with others.

Harness the benefits of increased birding in the community

Increasing resident participation in Birds in Backyards surveys has many benefits for

Councils:

• Building resilience across communities via improved mental wellbeing.

• Increasing interaction between residents and the natural world including creation

of biodiversity-friendly habitat.

• Raising awareness of the natural resources within the LGA.

• Fostering participation in, and understanding of, citizen science.

• Enhanced readiness for related Council driven initiatives.

• Alignment with Council community, health, biodiversity, and sustainability targets.

• Generation of scientifically derived data -

o Bird species, abundance, breeding activity, interactions,

o Backyard vegetation (e.g. shrub cover and floristic composition),

o Feeding behaviour – what people are feeding birds and how often,

o Animal management – what companion animals are sharing their space

with birds and how often

• Increased availability of data – seasonal survey data, coupled with data from

Aussie Backyard Bird Count and Council surveys, extends data available for

planning and decision making.

We hope you enjoy and share the content we have created and that your residents

can take part. If you have any opportunities for citizen science or education

resources you would like to discuss please contact us at

(birdsinbackyards@birdlife.org.au)

Nominate an animal welfare hero today

Do you know someone doing exceptional things to help animals? Do you know an

animal doing exceptional things to help people? Celebrate their efforts and nominate

them for the 2020 RSPCA Animal Welfare Award.

Nominations are now open for the 5 categories that recognise bravery, compassion

and advocacy carried out by an individual or group.

• Animal Award

• Humane Award

• Youth Award

• Community Action Award

• Volunteer of the Year Award

For more information or to get the nomination form go to

www.rspcawa.asn.au/awards. Nominations close 28 August 2020.

Carnamah Mens Shed We held our AGM on the 7th July 2020, the following Mens Shed Members

were elected;

President: Lindsay Isbister Vice President: Peter Bush

Secretary: Nigel Robins Treasurer : Andy Barton

THE MENS SHED IS OPEN

TUESDAY : 0900 AM – 5.00 PM

THURSDAY:1.00 PM – 5.00 PM

SATURDAY: 9.00 AM – 1200PM

New Members are most welcome, come along to the old Afgri

Building, see what we can do. Join in or just have a chat, cup or tea

or a beer.

UP COMING EVENTS:

Stall at Carnamah Community Day to be held 18 July 2020 10.30 – 2.00

at Parkin ParK.

AED Demonstration : date to be advised.

Well Mens Health : date to be advised

Carnamah Mens Shed

For Sale:

We have a great amount of:

Please contact Lindsay Isbister: 0428 511 030

NORTH MIDLANDS AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY Inc.

Meeting 27TH July 2020

LANDCARE BUILDING @ 5.00pm

Apologies to Jess

New members welcome,

Please come along

New timber

Cupboard doors

Sheets of MDF

Shelving

Cupboard tops

Chipboard

Carnamah Tennis Club AGM meeting

When: 4th of September

Where: Tennis Club

Time: 7pm

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