From Your Shire Edition 19, SEPTEMBER 2018

Monthly Newsletter

Email shire@carnarvon.wa.gov.au

Website www.carnarvon.wa.gov.au

SHIRE PRESIDENT Cr. Karl Brandenburg

TOWN WARD Cr. Ed Garrett

Cr. Eddie Smith Cr. Phil Youd

Cr. Kristan Pinner

PLANTATION WARD Cr. Luke Skender

GASCOYNE / MINILYA WARD Vacant

CORAL BAY WARD Cr. Kane Simpson

OUR COUNCILLORS

SHIRE PRESIDENT

Cr. KARL BRANDENBURG

Fax 9941 0099

Welcome to the September edition of ‘From your Shire’. August was a busy month of events within our town and region, so I’d like to start by congratulating the Gascoyne Food Council and everyone who was involved in hosting this year’s Gascoyne Food Festival. The Shire was a proud sponsor of the event and we look forward to continuing our support in the years to come.

Secondly, I’d like to congratulate all the nominees and winners of the Gascoyne Regional Business Awards 2018. Carnarvon was well represented across all categories this year and I would like to encourage our community to keep supporting our local businesses and industry. We want a thriving economy and this is great recognition of that! Check out the back page of this edition for more details.

It’s great to see the final instalment of our Public Art project go up early last month. Located at Town Beach next to the carpark area, the hanging piece called ‘Fascine Fishing’’ represents the fishing and whaling history of Carnarvon. Many thanks to Sabrina Dowling Giudici and Anton Blume of the Fuse Art Collective for their creativity and vision to bring our history into the present.

Council and Staff have been busy wrapping up the Integrated Planning and Reporting process which is a framework for our strategic planning. Following a successful review and adoption of our Strategic Community Plan, I’m pleased to announce that our Corporate Business Plan and Annual Budget were recently adopted. We’ve already hit the road running on some of our key focus priorities and we’re excited for the future of our community. To view these documents, please visit our website.

Lastly, I’d like to remind our electors within the Gascoyne/Minilya Ward that the election to fill your Councillor vacancy will take place within a couple of weeks on Friday 14th September. We have 2 candidates in the running for this role, so I encourage you to make time to read through the election packages and make your vote count. I wish both candidates the best of luck and I look forward to having full representation on our Elected Council very soon. For further information, see page 3.

I hope you enjoy this newsletter. Be safe while travelling on our roads and if you’re visiting here for the first time, make sure you catch a taste of the great life here in Carnarvon.

Phone 9941 0000

“Fascine Fishing” by Fuse Art Collective, (Image courtesy of Anton Blume)

NEXT ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL

Tuesday 25th September 2018 Council Chambers

Stuart Street, Carnarvon 8:30am

RUBBISH COLLECTION FOR

UPCOMING PUBLIC HOLIDAY

USUAL DAY COLLECTION DAY

Mon 24th Sept Tue 25th Jun

(Queens Birthday)

I have been working at the Shire of Carnarvon for 3.5 years as Operations Manager for Infrastructure Services.

After I finished my schooling I worked at Main Roads Carnarvon where I completed an apprenticeship. I travelled within Western Australia and worked for different companies. Then I returned to Carnarvon, started a family and worked at RioTinto for many years. I enjoy the challenges with maintaining and improving the Carnarvon infrastructure. When I am not working I enjoy fishing and camping.

Every year I participate in the Black Dog Ride and help raise not only money but also awareness of depression and suicide prevention.

Wayne Sanderson

Operations Manager - Infrastructure Services Meet the..

BLACK DOG RIDE began in 2009 as a ride

to raise awareness of depression, evolving into a national charity involving thousands of Australians who have raised millions for mental health programs and fostered mental health awareness around the nation. Each of the riders have been touched in someway by the

black dog either by personal experience, friend or family member. Please visit their website www.blackdogride.com.au

BROADLEAF PROGRAM We are currently using the Broadleaf Spray Program to control the weeds in the lawns.

There will be approximately 2 “rounds” of the spray program spread out across a number of weeks.

During this time you may notice the lawns turn yellow. This is a normal and temporary part of the process and the lawns will become green again once the weeds have died.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT EXTRAORDINARY POSTAL ELECTION

ELECTION NOTICE

An election is being held by postal vote on Friday 14 September 2018 in the Gascoyne/Minilya Ward in the Shire of Carnarvon to fill the following vacancy:

Gascoyne/Minilya Ward » 1 Councillor » Term to expire: 19/10/2019

CANDIDATES: WATTS, Liz and MASLEN, Burke

ELECTION PACKAGES will be sent to the electors on the Gascoyne/Minilya Ward of the Shire of Carnarvon local government electoral roll.

REPLACEMENT PACKAGES can be obtained from the Shire of Carnarvon, 3 Francis Street, Carnarvon prior to election day and from 8.00am to 6.00pm on election day if the package is not received or should any papers be missing.

POST YOUR VOTE EARLY completed postal voting packages must reach the Returning Officer by 6.00pm on election day, Friday 14 September 2018.

YOU MAY HAND DELIVER YOUR PACKAGE to an electoral officer at the Shire of Carnarvon, 3 Francis Street, Carnarvon during business hours before election day or at the polling place between 8.00am and 6.00pm on election day.

CHIEF POLLING PLACE: Shire of Carnarvon, 3 Francis Street, CARNARVON 6701

THE COUNT OF VOTES will commence at 6.00pm at the chief polling place listed above.

RETURNING OFFICER:

Harry Sutcliffe Mob: 0476 134 595

CARNARVON’S ART SCENE IS THRIVING

Carnarvon library and art gallery drew record numbers to the opening of local artist Sue Helmot’s exhibition on Wednesday 8th August. As part of the 2018 Gascoyne Food Festival celebrations, the exhibition was the perfect visual compliment to the gastronomic events being held in the Gascoyne region during August and September.

Sue’s exhibition takes the viewer on a visual journey from the rainfall in Mt Augustus to catchment in the mighty Gascoyne River, transforming this delta into a rich, productive landscape. This collection celebrates not only the abundance of fresh produce and seafood, it gives a rare insight into the people who work so tirelessly to produce exceptional food for Western Australia and beyond. As the official Artist-in-Residence to the Gascoyne Food Festival, Sue was inspired to capture and share this story through her art.

Councillor Kristan Pinner attended the opening event on behalf of the Shire of Carnarvon, commending Sue for her outstanding achievement in bringing her work to share with both the community and visitors to Carnarvon. “We believe visual art contributes to a rich, vibrant community, and we will continue to support all artistic endeavours that benefit our town.

Guests and VIP’s mingled amongst the colourful artworks and got to meet the chefs responsible for producing the culinary delights enjoyed at the Taste of the Gascoyne Sunset BBQ and Long Table Lunch. Gascoyne Food Council Chairperson Michael Nixon remarking on Sue’s exhibition said, “It’s a sign of the developing culture of Carnarvon that Sue’s exhibition was such a raving success”.

For more information about Sue Helmot, please visit www.suehelmot.com.au. To learn more about the Gascoyne Food Council and the Festival events, visit www.gascoynefood.com.au or via Facebook.

PHOTO: (L to R) Gascoyne Food Council Chairman Michael Nixon, HON Alannah MacTiernan MLC, Artist Sue Helmot and Councillor

Kristan Pinner (Image courtesy of Anton Blume)

PHOTO: (L to R) Sue Helmot with MasterChef finalist Brendan Pang, one of the Festival’s

Celebrity Chefs (Image courtesy of Anton Blume)

Image courtesy of Mimi Fong

YARN BOMBING CARNARVON By Carnarvon Craft Group

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SPEED DISPLAY SIGNS

The Shire of Carnarvon is continuing its commitment to creating a safe environment for all road users by installing courtesy speed display signs on Douglas Street, South Carnarvon between August and October. Excess speed has been an issue in this

area including near the school zone on Whitlock Street and the courtesy speed display signs, on loan from WALGA’s RoadWise, are the latest initiative being rolled out to help reduce travel speeds in our community.

Find out more about the courtesy speed display signs and other local road safety initiatives by visiting the WALGA RoadWise page at: www.roadwise.asn.au/roadsafety/gascoyne/shire_of_carnarvon.aspx

BE AWARE OF YOUR OWN SPEED WHEN TRAVELLING ON OUR ROADS.

SLOW DOWN AND ENJOY THE RIDE IN CARNARVON

M A I N S T R E E T PA R K I N G A D V I C E

Exercise caution and check your surroundings

Proceed slowly and carefully

Ensure that the brake and reversing lights on your vehicle are fully functional

Reversing vehicle DO NOT HAVE right of way

If a vehicle approaches from behind, remain stationary and GIVE WAY until it passes.

Reversing vehicle have NO right of way

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE

WINNERS OF THE GASCOYNE

REGIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS 2018!

Carnarvon winners are…..

Coral Coast Helicopter Service

»Judges Choice

»Small Business

Liz Newton Dance Academy

»Creative Industries

Granny Glasgow Education and Care Inc

»Not for Profit

Coral Coast Veterinary Hospital & Boarding Kennels

»Professional Service

Bumbaks Preserves and Ice-cream

»Paddock to Plate

»Innovation

Portside Engineering & Crane Services

»Outstanding Achievement

»Trade

»Manufacturing

Coral Coast Tourist Park

»Customer Service

A special mention to the Carnarvon businesses who

made the finalist:

» Autopro Carnarvon

» Carnarvon Physiotherapy

» Central Regional TAFE Gascoyne Campuses

» iFuels Independent Fuel Solutions

» Parkwood Upholstery

From the Councillors and staff at the

Shire of Carnarvon!

PHOTO: Winners of the 2018 Gascoyne Regional Business Awards

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SEPTEMBER 2018

COUNCIL

MEETING

8:30am

Council Chambers

PCYC

TRASH & TREASURE

CAR BOOT SALE

8AM-12PM

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

EXTRAORDINARY

ELECTIONS FOR -

GASCOYNE / MINILYA

WARD

For more info visit: www.carnarvon.wa.gov.au/Civic-Centre or call 9941 4200

WOMEN’S HEALTH

MORNING TEA

9:30AM

LOTTERIES HOUSE

Do you know someone that has a milestone birthday coming up?

Email us their details and we’ll give them a special birthday shout out.

The Community Corner is available to non-profit organisations and individuals within the Shire of Carnarvon. Flick us an email at shire@carnarvon.wa.gov.au for your future community announcement listings.

GIRLS GUIDE LEADERS NEEDED FOR LOCAL UNIT

If you can help, please contact Guide Leader Jan DeBoni 0447 108 061 or (08) 9479 9800.

Email: membersupport@girlguideswa.org.au

GATEKEEPER SUICIDE PREVENTION WORKSHOP

A two day workshop designed for professionals and para professionals in the human services whose roles bring them into regular contact with people at risk of suicide.

Date: Wed 5th & Thu 6th Sept 2018

Time: 8:30am –4pm Location: Carnarvon Motel (Brand Room)

Attendance on both days is essential.

Registrations essential – minimum workshop numbers are required. Follow the link below to register and select the event you wish to attend. https://plis.det.wa.edu.au/public.aspx?org=1021

CORNER THE

WOMEN’S HEALTH MORNING TEA

Date: Friday 7th Sept 2018 Time: 9:30am

Location: Lotteries House - 1 Camel Lane, Carnarvon

Come join Carnarvon Family Support Service and Radio MAMA for complimentary morning tea, a chat about healthy eating with a dietician, and a walk along the fascine.

TRASH & TREASURE CAR BOOT SALE

Date: Sunday 9th September 2018 Time:8.00am 12.00pm

Location: Carnarvon PCYC, 406 Robinson Street

To book a stall contact 9941 4116 Email: carnarvonpcyc@wapcyc.com.au

If you’d like to be able to help too, become a St John Ambulance Volunteer. You’ll make a huge difference to the community by ensuring they have access to high quality and pre-hospital care.

Visi t www.stjohnchangel ives .com.au or ca l l 1800 069 393

 OPEN TO ALL 16 - 25 YEAR OLDS TO APPLY FOR THE 

A Leadership programme designed for youngpeople to  lead young people at Carnarvon's

f irst Youth Summit

IMPACT MENTOR PROGRAMME

Applications open - WEDNESDAY 5 SEPTEMBER, 2018 Applications close - FRIDAY 5 OCTOBER, 2018

For more info and an application pack, call or txt Viv on 0419 798 615 or

send an email to: info@impactcarnarvon.com.au

SAVE THEDATE!