ShirePresident’s

Message

Waroona LicensingCentre is now located

within the ShireAdministration Office to

the left of Reception.

9733 3021

NextCouncilMeeting

Next Council Meetingwill be 20th December

at 4pm at the Shireof Waroona Council

Chambers behind theadministration office

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BUSH FIRE RECOVERYAs we approach the end of theyear 2016, I would like to take thisopportunity on behalf of the Shire,to say thank you to everyone whohas been involved in what has been,and still is, a long and arduous roadto recovery following the tragic anddevastating bushfire that severelyimpacted our community this year.We have on-going support fromprofessional groups, Shire staff andthe local community at large, and assuch I would like to acknowledge thededication and commitment of all ofthese people for their outstandingefforts in dealing with what aredelicate and at times, highly emotiveissues. We do expect this recoveryphase to continue for some time andit is vital that we remain positive andtake that wonderful “can do” attitudewith us on our journey into the future.

A MESSAGE TO ALL BEACHDRIVERSAs always, summer brings with it, notonly the warm weather, but also aninflux of visitors to our beach. Onceagain beach users can expect to seethe now familiar sight of the PrestonBeach Volunteer Rangers undertakingregular patrols of the 17km stretchof coastline that is under the controlof the Shire of Waroona. The aim ofthe Rangers is to try to ensure thatall beach users have access to a safeand friendly environment that will inturn contribute to providing everyonewith an enjoyable experience on thispristine section of coastline. It shouldbe noted that there are a set of rulesapplicable to driving on this beach andwe encourage drivers to familiarisethemselves with these simple butimportant requirements.

Last year it was noted, that with theincrease in vehicles driving on thebeach, especially those doing the runfrom Whitehills and Myalup, we areregretfully witnessing an increase invehicles speeding. This is concerning,not only for the occupants of thesevehicles but even more so for thesafety of the young ones playing onour beach and the harsh reality is thatthe only thing we can do at presentis to appeal to all drivers to be awareof the consequences of their actionsand to slow down.

We need to get the message out thatdriving on this special beach is aprivilege, not a right and that old ruleof “Abuse it...Lose it”, applies!WHITE RIBBON DAY PLEDGEOn Friday, 25th of November, FamilySupport Services, in collaboration withShire of Waroona, held a communitysundowner event in support ofWhite Ribbon Day. A diverse mix ofcommunity members, organisationsand businesses gathered at the TownOval to pledge their support towardsthe White Ribbon initiative, and enjoya relaxed, fine evening. There werea number of family friendly activitieson offer including a live band,bouncy castle, basketball shootoutcompetition, face painting, raffles andhealth promotion stalls. Lions Club ofWaroona sold delicious hamburgersand drinks, and Family SupportServices sold White Ribbon DayMerchandise. It is hoped to hold theevent again next year, and hopefullyhave even more of the communitycome along to show their support.

BLACK DOG RIDE AROUND THEFIREOn Sunday 27th November theBlack Dog Ride group in conjunctionwith GP Down South, undertook aride around the fire affected areasof Waroona and Harvey. The ridestarted at the Preston Beach carparkand finished in Waroona. The aim ofthis ride around the fire zone wasto raise awareness of the mentalhealth agencies available and howto access these services. It was myprivilege to participate by helpingwith traffic control at Preston Beach.It was inspiring to see this smallcommunity unite, with members ofthe Progress Association, Golf Cluband Fire Brigade, providing a fulfillingbreakfast for a very large number ofriders, support staff and communitymembers. I also know that thisenthusiastic welcome was extendedto the riders at other stopovers ontheir journey which culminated ata lunch in Waroona provided by theWaroona Lions Club. It was certainlyan impressive sight to see such alarge number of motorbikes, withtheir police escort, leaving town. ABIG thank you to everyone who wasinvolved in this event.

WAROONA VOLUNTEER FIREBRIGADE PRESENTATION &AWARDS DINNEROn the 5th of November, the WaroonaVolunteer Fire and EmergencyServices (VFES) held a dinner andawards presentation evening at theWaroona Bowling and Social Club.This was an opportunity for theBrigade and their partners to enjoy ameal together and to recognise somemajor achievements in volunteering.

Mr Murray Cowper MLA presentedthe following members with the WACommunity Volunteer Service Award:

• John Twaddle, Alan Alexander andNeil Birch for 50 years of service,

• Brian Wilson 38 years of service,• Lindsay Plant 34 years of service,

and• Darren O’Brien 29 years of service.

Department of Fire and EmergencyServices (DFES) SouthwestSuperintendent Peter Norman alsopresented the following members withDFES service awards:

• John Twaddle and Alan Alexanderfor 50 years of service,

• Brian Wilson 35 years of service,• Tony Cicolari 20 years of service,• Sue Cicolari 15 years of service,

and• Patrick Templeman-Twells for 5

years of service.

Peter also had the pleasure ofannouncing that Captain JohnTwaddle had been awarded the 2015South West Region Volunteer ofthe Year. John was chosen from allaspects of DFES operations includingFire and Rescue, Fire and EmergencyServices, Marine Rescue, SES andBushfire Service.

The Waroona Brigade also celebratedits 60th anniversary this year, andhonoured two members with lifemembership for their outstandingcontribution they have made andcontinue to make in the brigade.The members were LieutenantDarren O’Brien and Sue Cicolari whohas just recently handed over theadministrative officer reigns after aremarkable 16 continuous years.

Congratulations to the awardrecipients, and thank you to TedRussell and the team at the WaroonaBowling and Social Club for makingthe evening most enjoyable andhassle free.

We would like to wish everyone inthe community a safe fire season,and be sure to check out the newlylaunched Emergency WA website atwww.emergency.wa.gov.au. Here youwill find bushfire information as well asa list of current DFES managed 000calls, including road crash rescue,Hazchem, and structural fires that theWaroona VFES attend.

LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS PARTYOn Monday 5th December I had thehonour to attend the Waroona LionsClub Christmas function. 2016 hasbeen a challenging and confrontingyear for many here in our shire andif we were to look for a positive thenwe should look to the outstandingcontribution from our local Lions Club.Each year this group of volunteerswork hard to support our localcommunity in many different ways.

Apart from their on-going commitmentto helping local groups, this year, theWaroona Lions Club’s strong supportof our bush fire recovery efforts hasbeen truly exceptional. One wouldhave to think that saying “raising thebar” is not the exception, rather it isthe ‘norm’ for this group. Although acool evening, the event was a way ofsaying thank you to those that havesupported their activities. Well doneto everyone.

BUSHFIRE AWARENESSOnce again we are being warnedthat we face another challenging fireseason and it is crucial that all of usprepare now in order to protect oursafety and property in the event of abushfire. The recently launched “Areyou Ready?” Campaign is urgingcommunities to be vigilant, seek outas much information as possibleand to take action to ensure theirown safety. This must be a sharedresponsibility and we need to beaware of our surroundings, stayconnected to your community, talk toour neighbours, listen to the A.B.C.radio bulletins and be prepared totake action for your safety at the firstsign of a fire or emergency.

It is important to note that ahead ofthe bushfire season, DFES is urgingWest Australian community membersnot to risk their lives by waiting for atext message or telephone warningthat may not come. One senior officerfrom DFES recently said “there seemsto be a perception that an emergencytelephone warning will always beissued for a bushfire, but this is notthe case.” The reality is often whena bushfire starts near homes, theremay not always be time to issue anemergency telephone warning. It isrecommended that we do not rely onone source of information. Sometimesthe first warning you will have to afire in your area is when you see it,smell it or see fire-fighting appliancesand of course the sound of aircraft,especially the choppers, can be astrong indication that you have anincident in your area.

As community members you canassist the relevant authorities bybeing vigilant during the hot summermonths ahead and report anysuspicious activities to the Police on131444.

Don’t forget....to report a fire, pleaseDial 000.

In conclusion I would like to take thisopportunity to wish everyone a verysafe and merry Christmas and afantastic 2017.

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR OPENING HOURSThe Shire of Waroona, including the Licensing Centre & Public Library, will be closed from 3pm on Friday the 23rd December.

All will reopen on Tuesday 3rd January 2017Wishing all of our residents a Safe and Happy Festive Season.

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SHIRE OFWAROONANOTICE

Due to the risk of fire, Council has directed that the green wastearea at Preston Beach shall be closed between

15 December 2016 – 15 March 2017Green waste can be disposed of at the

Buller Road Refuse Site702 Buller Road, WAROONA

Please direct any queries to the Shire of Waroona Works Depot on9733 7817

BUSINESS AFTER HOURSOn Wednesday, 23rd of November, Peel Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI)hosted an Open for Business Sundowner at Waroona Memorial Hall. The event wasto assist in showcasing and supporting small businesses in Waroona, and to createawareness that the Shire of Waroona and Peel Region is “open for business”. It wasgreat to see a number of local businesses and community members in attendance,and PCCI arranged several local caterers to provide refreshments for the evening.Local wineries and distributors provided alcoholic beverages, which went down atreat on the warm afternoon. The Shire will be meeting with PCCI to discuss thepossibility of hosting more events like this in the future to boost local tourism, localeconomy and local businesses.

WAROONA COMMUNITY LIGHTSHave you noticed the brightly decorated Christmas Tree next to the Visitor Centre?This is part of a project developed by a newly formed group named the WaroonaCommunity Lights Committee. This committee consists of representatives fromWestern Power, Curtis Electrical Contacting, Alcoa, Shire of Waroona, Lions Clubof Waroona, Leos Club of Waroona, Waroona Community Car, Waroona SeniorCitizens Welfare Association and Waroona YouthAdvisory Council.On Sunday, 20th of November, the Community LightsCommittee gathered at the Town Christmas Tree to installthis year’s new lights and decorations. It was a long hotday for the ‘supervisors’ on the ground - one could onlyimagine how the Western Power guys were doing inthe cherry picker! It was great to see locals and touristsalike stop by, take photos, and ask about the project.The flow on effect of these same people admiring theyarn bombing at the Visitor Centre and wandering intothe service station and bakery for something to eat anddrink, highlighted the positive impact that the project canhave for the local tourism and economy.A huge thank you to Western Power who donated theircherry picker and two workers for the entire day, andto Curtis Electrical Contracting who provided staff andexpertise, also for the entire day. A big thank you to WaterCorporation who as land owners allowed the tree to bedecorated. Also a thank you to members of the WaroonaCommunity Lights Committee who assisted with theinstallation of this year’s lights.The Committee already has plans to “light up” a numberof areas throughout the town next year, so hopefully localbusinesses, community groups and residents support theproject, and the Waroona Community Lights Committeeis successful in its pursuit of external funding. WATCHTHIS SPACE!

SEA TO ART EXHIBITIONSea to ART Exhibition has justfinished another successful monthlong showing in November atWaroona Visitor Centre. Nearly 30artists exhibition 100 works withsales exceeding $5,000 and thePeople’s Choice Award winner will beannounced shortly.Next year will be the 10th anniversaryand many artists are already

planning special pieces for this significant event. If you live in Shire of Waroona,Yarloop or Coolup and would like more information on Sea to ART 2017 pleasecontact exhibition co-ordinator Tracy Goldsworthy on 9733 1506 or emailvisitorcentre@waroona.wa.gov.au

INTERAGENCYOn Tuesday, 15th of November, the Shire coordinated the last Waroona InteragencyGroupmeeting for theyear.Itwasa fantastic turnout,withover30different healthagenciesembracing the festive spirit and dressing in their Christmas colours.The group reflectedon the year, and reviewed its objectives heading into 2017.The meetings are a forum foragencies who deliver local community services to share knowledge and work collectivelyto address issues, generally around community safety, health and wellbeing. The forumprovides the opportunity for members to network and access collegial support. Manynetworks have been made through these meetings providing greater outreach servicesto the Waroona area.The group’s objectives are:• To share information on the needs of the community in the Shire of Waroona• To keep up to date with changes in community agencies and how this impacts on

service delivery in Waroona• To provide information to policy and decision makers to affect policies impacting on

Waroona community agencies• To provide opportunities to improve the quality, effectiveness and range of services

offered to the Waroona community through broad networking• To build the capacity of community agencies to meet the needs of the Waroona

communityWaroona Interagency Group now boasts a membership of over 60 representatives frommore than 40 community service and health agencies who all service the Waroona area.

JUST CRUIZIN STREETMACHINERS

Christmas Lights CruiseChristmas Lights Cruise20162016

Departing fromPAM CORKER HOUSE, WAROONA AT 7.30 PM

Community members welcome to join the tour in your own vehicles.Courtesy bus: limited seats available: please book @ the Shire 9733 7800

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING SPONSORSShire of Waroona • Waroona Home Timber and Hardware

Pam Corker House Social Club • Waroona Football ClubAlcoa • Sea to Scarp Summer Series Event

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CAROLS BYCANDLELIGHT

Sunday, December 187pm onwards

@ CENTENNIAL PARK,SOUTH WESTERN HIGHWAY, WAROONA

Innnnclement weather: Waroona MMMemorial Hall

Featuring:Bunbury City Band

Echoe DitaliaRoy Hansen

Bring a rug, bring a chair, bring a picnic,bring a torch…

But most of all, bring your singing voice.

Santa mayyy call in to wish eeeveryonea Merry Christmasss

A Sea to Scarp Summer Event supported by:

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CONGRATULATIONS ANNETTEOn Monday 5th of December, known worldwide as International Volunteer Day, our community was well represented at theeighth annual Peel Volunteer of the Year Awards. These awards recognise the valuable contribution that volunteers put into thecommunities that comprise the Peel region.The shire had 4 very worthy nominees across the three categories of Peel Volunteer ofthe Year, Peel Youth Volunteer of the Year, and Peel Sport and Recreation Volunteer of the Year. Congratulations to Lisa Fry, Ambervan Haastrecht, Reegan Davis and Annette Mason for your nominations. A further congratulations to Annette who was nameda finalist, and went on to win Peel Sport and Recreation Volunteer of the Year. This is very well deserved by Annette who hascontributed to the Waroona community in a number of roles and organisations for over 40 years! Annette was recognised for herinvolvement in Waroona Amateur Basketball Association Inc, Waroona Netball Association, Meals on Wheels, Waroona DistrictHigh School, Community Car, Waroona Nursing Mothers and Waroona Dance Group, just to name a few.

It is fantastic that the Waroona shire is receiving the recognition and attention it deserves for having such a strong sense ofcommunity.Congratulations to the nominees and all the volunteers that continue to contribute their time and effort into the community.

Shire of Waroona Recreation Aquatic Centre 2016/17Enjoy the great facilities at the WRAC

The Waroona Shire would like to remind people of the great facilities at the WaroonaRecreation and Aquatic Centre for those looking for activities to do on the weekends.

• 25 metre indoor heated swimming pool and water slide for the kidso Private swim lesson availableo Over 50s Aqua Class

• squash courts,

• basketball courts,

• tennis courts, and

• Friday evening social Badminton.

Thursday, 26th January 20177:30am to 11:00am

@@@ Waroona Memorial Hall & Drakesbrook Place

7:30am Lions Club Breakfast9:15am Street Parade9:30am Australia Day Address & Awards Ceremony$5 Full Breakfast, $3 Continental Breakfast & Children

For information, please contactShire of Waroona on (08) 9733 7800

Summer Series Event proudly supported by:

Proudly

Supported By:

A BUSHFIRE RECOVERY EVENT FOR RESIDENTS IMPACTED BY THE2016 JANUARY BUSHFIRES

Waroona Sunrise BreakfastWaroona Sunrise BreakfastWaroona Sunrise Breakfast

Friday, 16th December 20167.30am to 9.30am

Join local farmers, residents and volunteers for a

delicious Hot Breakfast

Kindly hosted at the property of

Tony DeRosa593 Coronation Road, Waroona

We look forward to seeing you there!

Please RSVP to Patrick on 0437 223 299 or Patrick.Gaillard@cpfs.wa.gov.au

The Waroona Swimming ClubThe Waroona Swimming Club are currently calling fornew members and have over 30 registered swimmers

on their books currently, the Waroona SwimmingClub recommenced in the 2015 season after being in

recess for 3 years.

Waroona Swimming Club Training Nights 2016/17

Juniors Group Intermediate Group

Monday 4pm-5pm Monday 4.30pm-5.30pm

Thursday 4pm-5pm Thursday 4.30pm-5.30pm

Time trials dates are yet to be set.

CHRISTMAS SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMWaroona Recreation/ Aquatic Centre School Holiday programs 2016/17

For More Information Contactthe Waroona Aquatic Recreation Centre on 97 332 389.