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IN THIS ISSUE• Community Centre Update• Autumn River Festival Success
C re ating opportun it ies
Nitro Circus hang out in Belmont
BULLETINBELMONTISSUE THR EE , MAY 2018
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MAYOR’S MESSAGEEast WardCr Phil MARKS – MAYOR
9277 4919 0417 998 229
4/12 Tanunda Drive, Rivervale 6103
Cr Phil Marks was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 1999. He was elected Mayor in 2011 and his term expires on 19 October 2019.
Cr Phil Marks is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Aboriginal Reference Committee• Belmont Trust• Belmont Retirement Villages Board
of Management (Inc)• Eastern District Planning
Advisory Committee• Executive Committee• Metro Central Joint Development
Assessment Panel (JDAP)• Perth Airport Community Forum (PACF)
• Perth Airports Municipalities Group Inc (PAMG)
• Public Art Advisory Panel• Standing Committee (Audit and Risk)• Standing Committee
(Community Vision)• Standing Committee (Environmental)• Swan River Trust• WA Local Government Association
East Metropolitan Zone
West WardCr Robert ROSSI, JP – DEPUTY MAYOR 0408 693 584
9 Wheatley Street, Kewdale 6105
Cr Robert Rossi was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2003 and was elected Deputy Mayor on 21 October 2013. His term expires on 19 October 2019.
Cr Robert Rossi is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Aboriginal Reference Committee• Belmont Trust• Belmont Museum Advisory Group• Belmont Retirement Villages
Board of Management (Inc)• Executive Committee
• Metro Central Joint Development Assessment Panel (JDAP)
• Public Arts Advisory Panel• Standing Committee
(Community Vision)• WA Local Government Association
Member – National Trust of WA
Cr Lauren CAYOUN 9361 0719 0416 380 633
29 Surrey Road, Rivervale 6103
Cr Lauren Cayoun was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2013. Her term expires on 16 October 2021.
Cr Lauren Cayoun is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Environmental)• WA Local Government Association East Metropolitan Zone
Cr George SEKULLA, JP
0431 963 660
PO Box 1010 Cloverdale WA 6985
Cr George Sekulla was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2017. His term expires on 16 October 2021.
Cr George Sekulla is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Belmont Sister City Association (Inc) • Belmont Trust
• Executive Committee• Standing Committee (Audit and Risk)
Cr Bernie RYAN 0418 941 328
44 Lyall Street, Redcliffe 6104
Cr Bernie Ryan was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2013. His term expires on 16 October, 2021.
Cr Bernie Ryan is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Airport Consultative Environment and Sustainability Group• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Community Vision)• Standing Committee (Environmental)
Cr Margie BASS
9277 9504 0423 768 760
77 Keymer Street, Belmont 6104
Cr Margie Bass was first elected to the City of Belmont Council in c1996 and served until 2007. She was re-elected in 2011 and her term expires on 19 October 2019.
Cr Margie Bass is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Audit and Risk)
• Disability Access and Inclusion Focus Group
South WardCr Janet POWELL
9277 3915 0407 277 391
62 Treave Street, Cloverdale 6105
Cr Janet Powell was elected to the City of Belmont council in 2001. Her term expires on 16 October, 2021.
Cr Janet Powell is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Age Friendly Focus Group• Belmont Trust• Cultural Diversity Focus Group• Executive Committee
• Standing Committee (Community Vision)
• WA Local Government Association East Metropolitan Zone
Cr Jenny DAVIS 9478 1352 0413 579 390
382 Belmont Avenue, Kewdale WA 6105
Cr Jenny Davis was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2017. Her term expires on 16 October 2021.
Cr Jenny Davis is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Belmont Trust
• Standing Committee (Audit and Risk)
Cr Steve WOLFF
0401 822 553
244 Surrey Road, Kewdale 6105
Cr Steve Wolff was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2007. His term expires on 19 October 2019.
Cr Steve Wolff is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Belmont Trust• East Metropolitan Regional Council• Executive Committee
• Standing Committee (Environmental)
• WA Local Government Association East Metropolitan Zone
MEET YOUR COUNCILLORS
Welcome to another edition of the Belmont Bulletin.
It was great to see so many local residents at our City of Belmont Autumn River Festival last month.
More than 4,000 people came to Garvey Park to take advantage of the lovely weather, relax by the river and enjoy all the free activities, food and entertainment.
I know Councillors and Council staff had a great day serving fish and chips and organising activities and I thank them all for their input into making it such a fun day for all.
Thank you to everyone who completed a MARKYT Community Scorecard for the City of Belmont.
CATALYSE Pty Ltd, an independent research and strategic planning company, are currently analysing the collected data with the results to be released soon.
Work continues to progress on the City of Belmont’s Community Centre.
Construction of the basement has now begun which represents another significant step towards delivering our new multi-purpose cross-generational, modern community hub that all City of Belmont residents will benefit from.
It is wonderful to see this iconic community building slowly becoming a reality.
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COMMUNITY CENTRE UPDATE
OPPORTUNITY NEWS
• Library (Digital Hub and recording studio);
• Museum;• Senior Citizens
Hub;
• Office space for Not for Profit service providers;
• Café;• Crèche.
The building program for the new City of Belmont Community Centre is progressing well, with the old Senior Citizens Centre now demolished and cleared.
We are about to enter the next phase of works which includes the construction of the basement of the new Community Centre.
As with any large building projects there will be temporary disturbances and the City of Belmont is committed to ensuring you are kept informed of the project’s progress.
You can keep informed on the project’s progress through updates in the Belmont Bulletin, the City’s website, enewsletter and social media.
The finished building will be a contemporary and much needed community hub, with facilities such as:
To date the City has been successful in securing a $9,675,081 Federal Government grant and $3,837,557 grant from Lotterywest, establishing a significant reduction in the costs.
The 2017-2018 Budget includes $15 Million towards the progression of the Community Centre.
It is anticipated construction of the building will take approximately two years, followed by fitout and occupancy by 2021.
If you would like to further information visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au or phone 9477 7222.
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BELMONT YOUTH HANG WITH NITRO CIRCUS
HARMONISE CULTURAL FESTIVAL
About 1500 young BMX and scooter enthusiasts got to hang with Belmont local and Nitro Circus star Todd Meyn at the City of Belmont’s Youth Week event at Belmont Skate Park on 21 April.
Along with Todd Meyn, locals got to meet, ride and skate with international Nitro Circus stars including Travis Pastrana, Aaron ‘Wheelz’ Fotheringham, Ryan (R-Willy) Williams and Kurtis Downs.
Meyn has returned home to Perth to live back in Belmont after being based in the United States since he was 16 years old.
Youth development not-for-profit group Dismantle built and gave away two bikes on the day and there was heaps of Nitro Circus tickets won.
The event’s aim was to raise awareness about mental health services available for young people in the community with National Youth Mental Health Foundation service Headspace and mental health support group HelpingMinds both present on the day.
The fun extended beyond the skate park with the City of Belmont’s Youth Services and YMCA WA Base@Belmont’s free ‘A Fab Fun Day Out’ event in Faulkner Park.
A whole range of entertainment was on offer, including a silent disco, Freedom Fairies, airbrush tattoos, inflatables, a DJ and circus workshop.
This event was brought to you by the City of Belmont – the City of Opportunity, YMCA WA and the Base@Belmont, Todd Meyn and Nitro Circus.
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Around 4,000 people enjoyed a day out by the beautiful Swan River when they attended this year’s City of Belmont’s Autumn River Festival at Garvey Park on Sunday, 8 April.
City of Belmont residents received vouchers for free food and drinks from the Gourmet Food Village, native seedlings and more.
Those in attendance enjoyed a cooking demonstration by celebrity mum-and-son chef duo Anna and Jordan, a golf challenge and live stage entertainment. Adults enjoyed a range of wine, beers and ciders while relaxing by the river.
The Autumn River Festival always offers lots of free activities for the children and this year was no different. A pirate cove, wave swing carnival ride, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding, were just a few of the activities available on the day.
This was a free event proudly presented by the City of Belmont – the City of Opportunity and supported by Lotterywest and Perth Airport.
A GREAT DAY OUT AT AUTUMN RIVER FESTIVAL
More than 2000 people gathered on Sunday, 18 March at Tomato Lake in Kewdale to enjoy Harmonise Cultural Festival, a free family outdoor event to celebrate the City of Belmont’s cultural diversity.
The Festival celebrated Harmony Week and Closing the Gap and included performers representing nations from across the world, free activities for all ages, roving performers and children’s rides, as well as some tasty treats.
ON THE ROADS Here you can find a list of the current and upcoming road works within the City of Belmont. Find out what is happening and where.
ROADWORKS
Location SectionDescription of Works
Newey Street Intersection of Toorak Road
Reconstruction of round a bout and footpath upgrade
SLOW DOWN, MOVE OVER (SLOMO) 2 MARCH 2018 The State Government has introduced the SLOMO law to improve the road safety of people attending roadside emergencies in Western Australia.
The new law requires motorists to reduce speed to a maximum of 40km/h when passing incident response vehicles with flashing lights and, where possible and safe to do so, move to the next lane.
Offence: Failure to slow down and move over Penalty: $300 and 3 demerit points
Help us to improve our services by providing feedback.Share your comments, suggestions and report problems spotted via our website www.belmont.wa.gov.au or call the Technical Services Department of 9477 7118.
REQUEST FOR ALTERNATIVE PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS If you are unable to pay the rates other than by the methods referred to above, please contact the City’s Rates department on 9477 7222 to discuss your situation.
You are required to put any request in writing or by email so it can be reviewed. You will receive a response within seven days. Alternatively complete the application form available at the Rates counter at the Civic Centre.
PENSIONER AND SENIOR’S CONCESSIONSSeniors and Pensioners who qualify for a rebate on their local government rates will also receive the same percentage of rebate on their Emergency Services Levy (ESL) levy. These rebates will be shown on your rate notice and are funded by the WA State Government.
To register you have three options:
• Phone the Water Corporation on 1300 659 951 and apply over the phone with a customer service officer. They will forward a copy to Council on your behalf. Please allow up to 10 working days for this to occur.
• Apply online at the Water Corporation. The City will be sent a copy of your application. Register at: https://www.watercorporation.com.au/my-account/i-want-to/apply-for-a-concession
• Or visit City of Belmont’s offices and complete an application form. Please bring in all your pensioner/senior cards and Council will take a copy and help you complete the form. A copy will be forwarded to the Water Corporation on your behalf.
Any change of card types or circumstances may require a new application. If you are unsure please contact the Water Corporation or the Council’s Rates Department to discuss. We are here to assist you receiving the best rebate available with the cards that you have.
Would you like to receive your rate notice/s electronically, pay online or organise a Direct Debit arrangement?
If you are interested visit our website at www.belmont.wa.gov.au and go to Quicklinks at the bottom of the home page and click Rates.
The new rates for 2018/19 will be dated 13 August 2018. If you have not received your rate notice by the end of August please contact Council’s Rates staff on 9477 7222 to discuss.
Council offers a discount when you pay your rates by the due date.
OPTION 1 ONE DISCOUNTED PAYMENTIssue Date Due Date13 August 2018 17 September 2018
OPTION 2 TWO INSTALMENTSIssue Date Due Date13 August 2018 17 September 201821 December 2018 21 January 2019OPTION 3 FOUR INSTALMENTSIssue Date Due Date13 August 2018 17 September 201822 October 2018 19 November 201821 December 2018 21 January 201922 February 2019 22 March 2019
Please note that the first instalment must be received by the due date to be eligible for the instalment options shown on your rate notice. Postal delays will not be accepted as a reason for late payment.
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RESUME WRITING SUPPORTAre you a new resident to Australia and want to learn how to develop a resume for the Australian context? The City of Belmont provides free appointments to help you design a resume.
To make an appointment and find out more contact the City’s Cultural Diversity Engagement Officer on 9477 7453 or email [email protected]
The theme for National Reconciliation Week this year is: ‘Don’t Keep History a Mystery’. We invite Australians to Learn, Share, and Grow – by exploring our past, learning more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures.
In recognition of National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June), and as part of the City’s commitment to its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), the City is inviting community members and service providers to attend the following free activities:
ABORIGINAL CULTURAL AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING TRAINING SESSIONS:Thursday, 31 May 2018 Session 1 - 9am – 12pm Session 2 - 1pm – 4pm Rivervale Community Centre, Corner of Surrey Road / Francisco Street, Rivervale
The sessions will be facilitated by Danny Ford from Kambarang Services. Danny is a Senior Traditional Owner of Whadjuk Country (Perth metro), as well as having connections to the wider Noongar Country.
He is a qualified teacher and social worker and has worked in Government at senior levels for several years in the areas of Child Protection, Housing and Works, Indigenous Affairs and Treasury. RSVPs are required and will be made available via EventBrite.
RECONCILIATION WEEK MOVIE NIGHT: CHARLIE’S COUNTRYFriday, 1 June 2018 6pm to 8pm Belmont Reading Cinemas, Knutsford Ave & Fulham Street, Belmont WA 6104
To celebrate and recognise the National Reconciliation Week, the City will host a movie night at the Reading Cinema.
Charlie’s Country is a 2013 Australian film directed by Rolf de Heer. Charlie, an Aboriginal man who lives in Arnhem Land, paints tree barks and fishes barramundi fish, all the while feeling out of place in an Australia which is no longer his and laments the loss of his culture in modern Australia.
The movie session is free to attend. RSVPs are required and will be made available via EventBrite.
To find out more about any of the above events please contact the Community Development Team on 9477 7219 or email [email protected]
NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK
BELMONT MEMORY CAFEDid you know that approximately 70 per cent of people living with dementia are living in their homes in our community?
The City is committed to supporting an age-friendly, accessible and dementia friendly community and are working with local community members to develop a Memory Café in Belmont.
A Memory Café is a regular meet up in a friendly venue where people living with dementia and their friends, family members and carers can share a coffee, cake, laughter and a chat.
Café Tavolo (located in the Reading Cinema Complex) has offered their premises as a venue for the Belmont Memory Café. Our first get together was held in April and we will continue to meet at 10am on the first Wednesday of each month at the same location. We hope to see you there.
PLANNING FOR THE NEXT SEASON Friday, 22 June 2018 11am to 2pm Function Room, Civic Centre, 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale
You are invited to an interactive workshop providing information and skills on preparing for the ongoing phases of our lives. This workshop is designed to assist you in planning for the next stages of your life and making decisions for now and into the future. The session includes understanding the aged care system, advanced care planning, wills, adapting the home and keeping active both mentally and physically, ensuring you are able to remain living at home in the years ahead.
Bookings are essential so please contact Community Development to reserve your place. A light lunch will be provided.
LET’S TALK DIVERSITYFriday, 15 June 2018 Forster Park Community Centre
Have you ever wondered about the diverse community we live in and what diversity means to you? Did you want to ask a question but was not quite sure if it is appropriate or politically correct? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the perfect event for you.
The City of Belmont invites you to attend a free Let’s Talk Diversity event and have a conversation about diversity in our community. This interactive session will help you reflect on your perceptions of what diversity truly means and will provide you with an opportunity to ask candid questions.
The conversation will be facilitated by Fadzi Whande who is the founder of the Whande Group consultancy which specialises in global diversity strategies and initiatives.
Details will be made available on how to register in coming weeks.
BEFRIENDSweeten your social life with regular, fun events around the City of Belmont.
Visit befriend.org and click on the Event Calendar tab to see what’s on offer this month or start your own social group with the help of the Befriend team.
BOYS GET BRAVE FOR THE WORLD’S GREATEST SHAVEJarrad, a young leader at the Base@Belmont and David Reid, the Base’s Youth Services Manager took part in this year’s World’s Greatest Shave! 20-year-old Jarrad has been coming to The Base for the last 6 years and has been actively involved in many of the programs including the recent leadership camp, in which he mentored younger participants. Jarrad wanted to take part in the Greatest Shave to help raise money for this worthy cause. With David’s support, they have raised more than $650 to help beat blood cancer.
PROJECT Y FOR BELMONT YOUTHThe Base@Belmont continues to provide a wide range of exciting activities and programs for young people aged 11-17 during the school term and school holidays.
Term 2 activities include a sports program with a new sport each week, with its traditional staff versus young people game at the end of term. Join the Base@Belmont Project Y to have your voice heard and contribute to making the decisions which will affect young people in Belmont just like you.
There will be all sorts of excursions and activities on offer on Saturdays. From sports to arts to adventure days - there is something for everyone! Sign up to join us on our many trips around Perth, or simply pop in to chill out with your friends, shoot some pool and grab a snack. All activities are free.
Are you 16-25? Well, we have a whole day just for you too! Come along to the Base and take part in some fun activities and trips around Perth. The 16-25 day happens every Thursday.
Need someone to talk to? Our case workers can help with informal counselling for 11-25 year olds.
For more information call the Base @ Belmont on (08) 9479 5794, follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BelmontYouthServices or come visit us between 10am – 6pm at 275 Abernethy Road, Cloverdale.
CITY CELEBRATES ITS VOLUNTEERSThe City of Belmont celebrates volunteers through National Volunteer Week.
The City of Belmont would like to thank its dedicated volunteers during National Volunteer Week, the annual celebration recognising the generous contribution volunteers provide to the local Belmont community.
City of Belmont volunteers are an important part of our community services and event teams. The time and enthusiasm each volunteer puts into their role is greatly and sincerely appreciated by the City of Belmont – our services simply could not run without you. By giving a little, you change a lot!
Please contact the City of Belmont’s Volunteer Program Officer, Lisa Bretnall for further information regarding volunteering opportunities on 9477 7448, or email [email protected]
DROP IN AT HARMAN PARKAre you aged 65 or over, feeling disconnected from your community and struggling, for whatever reason to get out of the house and meet people?
Harman Park Community Centre provides dynamic and stimulating activities and outings for all abilities, men’s groups, special interest groups, coffee and lunch clubs, as well as a range of in house activities such as exercise classes twice weekly, craft, technology, carpet bowls, gardening and cooking.
Please feel welcome to visit on one of our fortnightly Thursday Drop In Days to see if we have something for you. You can also call at any time and ask to speak to either Michelle on 9477 7145 or Anne on 9477 7170 for more information or to discuss the referral process.
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COMMUNITY WELLBEING
If you require further information regarding Library events or would like to make a booking for Library events please contact the Library on 9477 7150 or email [email protected] or visit the Library at 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale. Click on the Library’s quicklink at www.belmont.wa.gov.au for further details about activities and dates.
THINKUKNOWWednesday, 27 June 2018 5pm to 6:30pm Suitable for young people 12 to 16 years.
What you SEE, SAY and DO online can have a big impact on your wellbeing. The ThinkUKnow cyber safety and security presentation will give you tips on how to navigate online challenges and get help if things go wrong. This is a free ticketed event. To book, visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au/libraryyouth
BELMONT INTEREST GROUPScam Watch! Felicia Malet and Lisa Richards Monday, 18 June 2018 2pm to 3pm Light refreshments from 3pm
Join Consumer Protection WA for a Cyber Safety Scams and Seniors Housing education workshop to learn how to protect yourself.
No bookings required for this FREE event.
BELMONT INTEREST GROUPIt’s Never Too Late! Dorothy JamesMonday, 16 July 20182pm to 3pmLight refreshments from 3pm
Professional life coach, former teacher and counsellor, Dorothy James shares her approach to finding the positives in life and turning your can nots into cans!
No bookings required for this FREE event.
PERSON OF INTERESTWicked Women & Devastated Men - Judicial Perspectives in the Sentencing of Domestic Murderers Tuesday, 19 June 2018 6:30pm to 7:30pm Light refreshments from 6pm.
Criminologist and Associate Professor of Law, Guy Hall from Murdoch University discusses the fascinating trends in judicial sentences for men and women convicted of domestic homicide. This is a free ticketed event. To book, visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au/libraryevents
PERSON OF INTERESTWhat is Happiness? Natalie Barker Tuesday, 17 July 20186:30pm to 7:30pmLight refreshments from 6pm.
Be inspired to pursue activities and attitudes that can increase your enjoyment and fulfillment in life. Natalie Barker shares her personal journey overcoming depression and anxiety. She demonstrates how positive psychology can increase and maintain mental health and psychological well-being. This is a free ticketed event. To book, visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au/libraryevents
LIBRARYWHAT’S ON
WINTER ACTION ON OFFERDid you know that the City of Belmont offers seasonal Active, Nutritious and Creative Lifestyle classes and workshops and that these classes and workshops are LOW COST or FREE! Join us this winter for:• Yoga @ Forster Park Saturdays, 9am to 9.45am (beginners) or 10am-10.45am (intermediate)
9 June to 28 July • What is Happiness? Tuesday, 17 July, 6.30-7.30pm• Gut Health: What you need to know Tuesday, 14 August, 6.30-7.30pm • ‘Have a Go’ Painting Course with Amanda Harris Thursdays, 26 July to 23 August, 6.30-8.30pm• NAIDOC 2018 Dance and Song Kid’s Workshop Monday, 9 July, 2-3pm. These classes are a great opportunity to get to know your neighbours, learn a new hobby or simply have a go at something you have never tried before. For more information and to book please visit the City of Belmont’s website www.belmont.wa.gov.au If you would like to hear about what is happening first, please register your interest by contacting the City of Belmont’s Community Wellbeing Team on 9477 7454 or email [email protected].
SPORTING AND CULTURAL DONATIONSThe City is proud of its high achievers and wishes to congratulate:
Ashlee Temple - Australian Men’s and Mixed Netball Nationals in Sydney
Alison Fraser-Welch - Australian National DrillDance Championships in Hobart
Bianca Macliver - National Calisthenics Championships in Canberra
Darren Crase - Australian National Tenpin Bowling Championships in South Australia
McKenzie Lee Wilson - National Australian Under 15’s Hockey Tournament in Wollongong
Kieren Webster - International Ice Hockey Federation World Championships in Holland
Are you representing the State in a national or international sporting competition or cultural endeavour? If so, the City would like to support you in your athletic or cultural pursuits.
For guidelines and an application form please visit the lifestyle section of the City’s website www.belmont.wa.gov.au or contact Community Wellbeing on 9477 7454.
GET YOUR HEALTH PLEDGE NOWThis year, Eat Brighter, by including colour into your diet and reduce your junk food intake.
Did you know that if you eat two takeaway meals per week, you can gain up to 13kg per year.
35% of adults and 41% of children’s daily energy intake comes from junk food. For most people, there is no room for junk food in a healthy diet.
So it’s not too late, to make 2018 the year that we start to turn those statistics around and join the City of Belmont’s Health Pledge.
Collect your Health Pledge by contacting the City’s Healthy Communities Officer on 9477 7438 or email [email protected]
ENJOY NEW CARDIO EXPERIENCE AT THE BELMONT OASISDiscover a new range of cardio equipment at the Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre.
Experience new treadmills, cross trainers, rowers, upright and recumbent bikes plus a Ski Erg and Technogym Skillmill.
Put your health pledge into action and have a go today.
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION WEEK 2018Monday, 21 to Saturday, 26 May 2018.Find yourself in the Library during Library and Information Week for informative, inspiring, educational and entertaining activities for young and old. Find an exploration of creative visualisation techniques, a workshop on sorting out real news from fake, special storytimes celebrating the joy of children’s literature and Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. There is something for everyone. For more information on these events and activities visit the City’s website and click on the Library quick-link.
GREAT GOORGYP – JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMSaturday, 30 June 2018 to Sunday, 15 July 2018Did you know that the traditional owners of what we now refer to as Belmont, called the area Goorgyp? Join us these school holidays in activities celebrating the unique Australian landscape, its animals and ancient Aboriginal culture. Greg Hastings and Linda Gillan will take children ‘Wandering in the Bush’ with their musical journey of imagination. Jade Dolan will lead children in a dance and song workshop celebrating NAIDOC. During the school holidays, we will also be offering a wide variety of workshops investigating and celebrating native animals and the environment. For more information visit the Library’s website.
Darren Crase with City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil MarksAlison Fraser-Welch with City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks
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PARKS & ENVIRONMENT
FIRE SAFETY1 June marks the first day of winter and with that comes a fire safety reminder to be vigilant in the home. A fire can engulf an entire room within four minutes.
Every year people die in house fires, most from inhaling toxic smoke and fumes. Fires starting in the bedroom or lounge room account for 73% of all house fire fatalities. Most household fires are accidental and preventable.
TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR HOUSEHOLD:• Install smoke alarms and replace batteries yearly
• Develop and practice an Escape Plan with household members
• Only use qualified tradesmen when installing heating systems
• Guard open fires with a fine mesh screen
• Clean chimneys and flues regularly from built-up ash and soot
• Be alert when cooking - never leave food unattended
• Never leave lit cigarettes unattended
• Never leave children unattended with candles, matches or lighters
• Only purchase fire blankets and extinguishers that meet Australian Standards
• Know what to do if a person’s clothing catches on fire. Stop Drop Cover and Roll
If a fire starts in your home, never beat the fire as this increases oxygen flow causing it to spread, leave and call triple zero (000) immediately.
For more information go to www.dfes.wa.gov.au/safetyinformation/fire/
PLAYGROUND UPGRADES – CLOVERDALEAs part of City’s on-going commitment to enhancing the quality of parks and facilities within the community, the playground equipment in McLarty Park, Hoskin Park and Belmont Oval has been upgraded.
Playground equipment upgrades included new combination units with climbing elements for all three parks. Additionally Belmont Oval playground
was relocated 25m to the west to make better use of natural shade and included a double rocker, sand wheel and basket swing.
For further information on the park upgrade or future upgrades please contact the City’s Parks and Environment Department on 9477 7257.
PLASTIC NOT SO FANTASTICPresentation of information and quick wins to switch your thinking and minimise single use plastics in your home and your life, saving money and the planet.
Date: Monday 11 June
Place: Function Room, City of Belmont Civic Centre, 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale
Time: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Register by email to [email protected] or contact the Parks and Environment Department on 9477 7257. Light refreshments provided.
PLASTIC FREE JULYPlastic Free July is a fun challenge that gets us thinking about the amount of plastic packaging in our lives. Take the challenge and choose to Avoid, Refuse or Replace as much single-use plastic as you can during July. You’ll be joining millions of people from 159 countries world-wide in making a difference.
For tips and to sign up visit www.plasticfreejuly.org
GO GREEN HOUSELooking at cleaning and personal care products including; reading labels, product ‘miles’, packaging, cruelty free status and safety concerns.
Hands on demonstration of cheap, effective and easily made cleaning products (ferment of citrus waste).
Show and tell bag of items to reduce single use plastics (e.g. beeswax wraps, Boomerang bags etc.) Recycling and up cycling are also touched upon.
Date: Wednesday 18 July
Place: Ruth Faulkner Public Library, 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale
Time: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Register by email to [email protected] or contact the Parks and Environment Department on 9477 7257.
Light refreshments provided. Please bring a reusable coffee cup.
COMMUNITY SAFETY
BELMONT’S ART HISTORY AND MAP MAKING WORKSHOPJuly School Holiday Program Friday, 6 July 2018 Start 10am - 11.30amSuitable for young people 8 to 12 years. The Belmont Museum’s special guest Derek Nannup will share Aboriginal history, symbols and stories through a fun, interactive map making art session. Use your own symbols to create and take home your own map. This is a free ticketed event. For more information visit the Museum’s website closer to the date or pop into the Library and join our mailing list.
NAIDOC EXHIBITION: BECAUSE OF HER, WE CANJune – July 2018In honour of NAIDOC Week 2018 the Belmont Museum celebrates the invaluable contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women have made and continue to make to our local Belmont community. Check out the Museum’s artefacts and stories exploring the wonderful contribution of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.
Visit the Museum for free, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm inside the Ruth Faulkner Public Library.
BELMONT MUSEUMBelmont Oval playground
OPPORTUNITY CARDFor the current list of offers at local businesses, visit the City of Belmont website belmont.wa.gov.au
CITY OF BELMONT’S
City of Belmont215 Wright Street, Cloverdale WA 6105Locked Bag 379, Cloverdale WA 6985Phone: 9477 7222 Phone (A/H): 9477 7224Email: [email protected] Website: www.belmont.wa.gov.auOpen 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.Local residents will receive a copy of the Belmont Bulletin approximately every two months. If you do not currently receive a copy, call 9477 7247. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the express permission of the City of Belmont.
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toddmeyn I can not believe the life this skatepark has given me. Blown away by yesterday’s turnout. So crazy to have all my Nitro circus friends and for the man @travispastrana to be down at Belmont skatepark, it’s just unreal. Thank you everyone who made it down, and thankyou @belmontcouncilwa for letting me put on such an awesome event for the community. toddmeyn official_jackfoleyphotography
