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GENERAL COMMUNITY NEWS Kojonup Show Please support our local show tomorrow to make the committees efforts over the past year worthwhile!
2016 Hollow Log Each year Great Southern Councils are invited to play in the prestigious Hollow Log golf competition with the successful Council then responsible for conducting the following year’s event. Kojonup has been fortunate enough to win 3 out of the past 4 years and last week we achieved our third win in a row thanks to the Depot Team of Cameron McVee, Leigh Lucev, Brad and Cayden Clinch closely followed by Gnowangerup, Cranbrook and Broomehill-Tambellup. A huge field of 100 players consisting of council employees, elected members and sponsors experienced Kojonup hospitality which will be replicated in 2017. Thank you to all sponsors, Kojonup Golf Club and Organising Committee for another terrific event. (Left – Right: Cameron McVee, Brad Clinch, Leigh Lucev & Cayden Clinch – 2016 Winners of the Hollow Log Golf Tournament) Storm Events Council is very conscious of the need to clean up debris and continue our rural road grading program during this prolonged period of inclement weather and adjustment to the adopted Works Program may be required in order to remain within budget as we approach harvesting and our major road construction period.
SHIRE OF KOJONUP E-NEWS Edition 94 – 7 October 2016
Kojonup Historical Society Congratulations are extended to Arnold Bilney on being recognised as a ‘Patron of the Society’ who now joins Merle Bignall. Thank you both for your continued commitment to preserve and promote the history of Kojonup. Commemoration Way Plaque The service and sacrifice of WA's Victoria Cross (VC) and George Cross recipients will be remembered with each recipient being commemorated at rest stops along the Albany and South Western highways. Extract from Hon Terry Waldron MLA Member for Wagin press release: "The series of plaques will be called Commemoration Way and will be rolled out between ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day, this year," Mr Waldron said. “I often drive along the Albany Highway, which runs through the Wagin electorate, and not only will these plaques provide a lift to the rest stops but they will also provide a history lesson to locals and tourists to this part of the State.”
While the Victoria Cross is awarded for extreme gallantry in the face of the enemy, the George Cross - open to service personnel and civilians – was in recognition of extreme bravery that did not involve contact with the enemy. Further, in 1975 the George Cross was replaced by the Cross of Valour and to date, no WA servicemen or servicewomen have been awarded it. The Department of Corrective Services will provide a work party of minimum security (Section 95) prisoners to install the plaques.” One of the plaques has been temporarily placed near the Potts walk bridge until Master Planning for the area has been completed. Community members are reminded that the Shire President is available for appointments Wednesday morning from 10:00am until noon. Please contact the Shire Office on (08) 9831 2400. Ronnie Fleay Rick Mitchell-Collins Shire President Chief Executive Officer
ROAD WORKS
Upcoming Road Works
Ongoing spraying of rural bitumen road shoulders
Drainage maintenance around town and rural areas
Pothole repairs to bitumen and gravel roads
Road grading North West area of the Shire
General town maintenance – garden crew
Parker Rd – drainage and gravel re-sheeting Main Roads WA Road Works Location – Albany Highway – North Kojonup, Fairdale Road to Watt Road Estimated Timeframe – Week of 12 September to late October 2016 Effect – Road Widening
Stop/slow traffic management with speed restrictions in place and temporary lane closures.
Delays of less than 10 minutes may be experienced
Location – Old Broomehill-Kojonup Road – Closed between Carlecatup North Road and Broomehill Kojonup Road
Estimated Timeframe – 12 September to 2 December 2016 Effect – Bridge Refurbishment
Old Broomehill-Kojonup Road will be closed between Carlecatup North Road and Broomehill Kojonup Road for the duration of the works.
Detour between Carlecatup South Road and Broomehill-Kojonup Road will be in place.
CAT 305E2 CR The Works Crew at the Depot have just taken delivery of a new CAT 305E2 CR mini excavator. The excavator is a very useful machine and it will be a huge asset to the Works Crew. They are looking forward to putting it to good use around Kojonup Shire.
Craig McVee Manager Works & Services 0427 427 854
SPRINGHAVEN NEWS
Spring has sprung here at Springhaven – finally! The birds are out singing and foraging for food which the residents love because they can sit and watch them. The flowers are blooming and the residents go out daily to pick flowers for the tables in the Recreation Room. We have made the most of the sun (when it decides to come out) by going out to sit and reminisce about life. The residents have been busy decorating tiles this month. Once they are completed Stacy, our OTA, will get a frame made up and the tiles will be on display at Springhaven for everyone to enjoy. The tiles are looking fantastic and the array of colours used is delightful to look at.
Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday the residents have the pleasure of Helen Bignell, our physiotherapist, visiting to facilitate exercise classes to improve their mobility and balance. The classes consist of Tai Chi, relaxation and breathing techniques. They also use a parachute as part of the exercise program. The residents enjoy sitting down and making the ball move on top of the parachute. The laughter had by all is wonderful. If you have any special talents that you would like to share with our residents please let us know by giving us a call on 98312800. Morning tea is from 9:45am and afternoon tea is at 3:00pm daily. Come along and join us!
LIBRARY NEWS I hope you’re all enjoying the beautiful spring weather, our gorgeous parks, bush reserves historical venues and our town in general. It’s been a little bit few and far between this year but it’s gradually warming up! New Reads
The Davis Sisters – Rachael Johns. Selah Davis loves her life as a journalist in Seattle (or so she says) but on a rare trip home to Marietta to cover the Copper Mountain Rodeo, she confesses to her best friends over drinks that her one regret in life is not sleeping with her high school
boyfriend, Levi Monroe. Into the bar walks Levi, also home for the rodeo. When her friends dare her to proposition him for a one night stand, she’s at first appalled… but the more she thinks about remedying her one regret, the less she can get him and their electric chemistry out of her head.
Kiss the Bride – Rachael Johns. It seems that wedding fever has hit the little town of Marietta and that suits single mom, Magdalena Davis, just fine. It means the local gossips will stop hounding her about returning to town and the secret she’s kept for fifteen years. Home
to make peace with her sick mother, the last thing Mags wants is to get involved in Marietta’s big celebrity wedding. But when her teenage daughter cajoles her into auditioning to sing with a local heartthrob, all her plans for flying under the radar zoom out of the window
Why Can't They Get Along? – Dan Cohn-Sherbok, Dawoud El-Alami & George Chryssides. Three men of faith – one Jew, one Muslim and one Christian – debate the differences between them. The result is a compelling discussion: What do their faiths teach on the big issues of life?
What can be done to make for better relationships in the future? What can be done on the big global areas of conflict and tension? How can they get along?
Change Your Brain, Change Your Life – Dr. Daniel G. Amen. In this breakthrough bestseller, you'll see scientific evidence that your anxiety, depression, anger, obsessiveness or impulsiveness could be related to how specific structures in your brain work. You're not stuck with the brain
you're born with.
The Problem with Forever – Jennifer L. Armentrout. When Mallory was a kid, she was bounced from one horrible foster home to another. At thirteen, a terrible accident got her removed from the group home where she was living to a hospital where she met the parents who would adopt her.
But when she starts a new school and encounters an old friend from the foster system sparks start to fly. Storytime At the library, stories begin at 10:30am, everyone is welcome.
21 October 2016
4 November 2016
18 November 2016
2 December 2016
16 December 2016 (This will be our last Story Time for 2016 and it will be Christmas themed so please wear your Santa Hat.)
Play in the Park Apex Park, 10:00am – 12:00pm. Free Community Event.
26 October 2016
23 November 2016 Lorreen Senior Library Officer
KIDSAFE WA
Kidsafe WA has recently launched a ‘Do Not Leave Children in Cars’ campaign. This campaign aims to raise community awareness and reduce the number of children left unattended in parked cars in Western Australia. Every year approximately 5,000 Australian children are rescued from parked cars, with three-quarters of these children aged between zero and four years. Even on a cool day the temperature in a parked car can be over 30 degrees hotter than outside. In fact, 75% of the total temperature rise can occur within the first five minutes of parking a car. As part of this campaign, Kidsafe WA has designed car park signs. These signs can be purchased by organisations such as local governments, shopping complexes, entertainment venues and schools. The signs can be installed in carparks to remind community members to take their children with them.
Kidsafe WA is asking for your help to raise awareness by displaying these signs in car parks in your local community. If you are interested in purchasing 'Do Not Leave Children in Cars' signs or would like more information please call Kidsafe WA on 9340 8509 or email [email protected]. Thank you in advance for your support.
TYPE 1 CHILD CAR RESTRAINT FITTER
COURSE
For further information, please visit http://www.roadwise.asn.au/type-1-fitter-training.aspx To register to participate in this course, please contact Erin Miller (GS Regional Road Safety Advisor) on 0418 904 081 or Tammie Deshon (Road Safety Project Officer).
KODJA PLACE
BLOOM FESTIVAL
Make sure you visit The Kodja Place and vote for your favourite Bloom Festival Outfit. All of the outfits have been created by the Year 4 class at Kojonup District High School. Cassandra Fletcher Visitor Services Officer
LOTON CLOSE – ILU’S UPDATE Vasse Civil & Drainage have been awarded the contract for the road widening and associated works for Loton Close. These works include: Footpath construction on the South side of Loton Close
Feature entry statement
Water service crossings for future connection of the existing units to the new water main
Road widening
Cul-de-sac reshaping and widening
New kerbing
Resealing of Loton Close
Vasse Civil & Drainage are familiar with the site as they are the contractors who undertook the drainage installation and water main upgrades. They also recently replaced the sewer manhole at the end of Loton Close. These works will commence from Friday, 14 October 2016. For safety reasons, road access will be limited and non-residents of Loton Close are requested to keep visits to this area to a minimum during the construction period. For additional information please contact the Shire’s Development Services Coordinator, Michelle Dennis, on 9831 2424.
PUBLIC NOTICES
BURNING PERIOD 2016/2017 – COMMENCES 15 OCTOBER 2016
Please be aware that the Restricted Burning Period will commence next Saturday, 15 October 2016. A permit will be required to light a fire during this period. Please contact your local Brigade Bush Fire Control Officer (FCO) to obtain a permit.
Restricted Burning Time 15 October – 31 October 2016 & 15 February – 14 April 2017
Permits are required for all fires lit during these Restricted Burning times and must be obtained from your local Fire Control Officer who will explain the conditions under which fires may be lit.
Permits will not be issued for town site burning between 15 February – 14 April.
Please note restricted burning times may be extended by the Chief Bush Fire Control Officer. Property owners should consult with your local Fire Control Officer or ring the hotline on 9831 0145. Prohibited Burning Time 1 November 2016 – 14 February 2017
Permits may be issued between 1 November – 15 December for protective burning only.
Between 16 December – 14 February no fires may be lit without the express permission of the Chief Bush Fire Control Officer.
The Shire Council has authority to extend this date and you should consult with your local Fire Control Officer or ring the hotline on 9831 0145.
Rob Cowie Regulatory & Administration Officer
NOTICE OF PUBLIC ADVERTISEMENT OF PLANNING PROPOSAL
Planning and Development Act 2005
Shire of Kojonup Town Planning Scheme No. 3
The local government has received an application to use and/or develop land for the following purpose and public comments are invited. Lot No: Pt. 9999
Street: Thornbury Close
Suburb: Kojonup
Proposal: to establish a harvest grain cleaning business on the site. Details of the proposal are available for inspection at the local government office. Comments on the proposal may be submitted to the local government in writing on or before the Friday, 14 October 2016 Rick-Mitchell-Collins Chief Executive Officer Shire of Kojonup 22 September 2016
EMPLOYMENT
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – CASUAL CLEANER
The Shire of Kojonup is looking for a suitable candidate to perform casual cleaning duties on an ad-hoc basis. The cleaning will be Shire buildings and will mainly be required to cover leave absences. If you are interested, please send your Resume to the Shire for the attention of Marina Murray, Supervisor/Horticultural Tradesperson with your expression of interest. PO Box 163, Kojonup WA 6395. Marina Murray Supervisor/Horticultural Tradesperson 0428 566 527 / [email protected]
PERSONAL CARE STAFF – SPRINGHAVEN LODGE
Springhaven Lodge is currently recruiting for Personal Care Assistants. You will need to be caring, reliable and must be able to work as part of the team. Certificate III or IV in Aged Care is desirable. You must be available to work all rostered shifts including morning, afternoon and night shift. The positions are Casual and you will be paid under the Aged Care Award 2010. A current police clearance is essential. If you require further information please contact 9831 2800.
Applications including a covering letter and resume should be addressed to: Manager of Aged Care Services Springhaven Lodge Barrack Place Kojonup WA 6395 Or sent via email to: [email protected]. Sue Northover Manager Aged Care Services
ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT – SPRINGHAVEN LODGE
Springhaven Lodge is currently recruiting for an Activities Assistant 3 – 4 days a week. You will need to be caring, reliable, have a good rapport with the residents and must be able to work as part of the team. The role requires someone with creativity and flair in organising activities and outings for our residents. You will be paid under the Aged Care Award 2010. A current police clearance is essential. If you require further information please contact 9831 2800.
Applications including a covering letter and resume to be addressed to: Manager of Aged Care Services Springhaven Lodge Barrack Place Kojonup WA 6395 Or sent via email to: [email protected]. Sue Northover Manager Aged Care Services
UPCOMING EVENTS
Event Date Time Place Open/Closed Details
Shire President available for
Appointments
Wednesday 12 October 2016
10:00am – 12:00pm
Shire Office, President’s
Room
Open to Public Call Miranda Wallace (Executive Assistant)
9831 2408
Restricted Burning Period Commences –
Permits Required
Saturday 15 October 2016
Shire of Kojonup
For a permit contact your local Bushfire Brigade Bush Fire Control Officer (FCO)
Bushfire Advisory Committee Meeting
Monday 17 October 2016
7:30pm Reception Lounge
Open to Public Agendas & Minutes will be available on the Shire
Website
Council Briefing Session
Tuesday 18 October 2016
9:00am Reception Lounge
Closed to Public Agendas & Minutes will be available on the Shire
Website
Council Meeting (Ordinary)
Tuesday 18 October 2016
3:00pm Council Chambers
Open to Public Agendas & Minutes will be available on the Shire
Website
Shire President available for
Appointments
Wednesday 19 October 2016
10:00am – 12:00pm
Shire Office, President’s
Room
Open to Public Call Miranda Wallace (Executive Assistant)
9831 2408
Shire President available for
Appointments
Wednesday 26 October 2016
10:00am – 12:00pm
Shire Office, President’s
Room
Open to Public Call Miranda Wallace (Executive Assistant)
9831 2408
Council Briefing Session
Tuesday 1 November 2016
9:00am Reception Lounge
Closed to Public Agendas & Minutes will be available on the Shire
Website
Shire President available for
Appointments
Wednesday 2 November 2016
10:00am – 12:00pm
Shire Office, President’s
Room
Open to Public Call Miranda Wallace (Executive Assistant)
9831 2408
Kojonup Historical Society Meeting
Monday 7 November 2016
3:00pm Old Post Office
Open to Public For further info email kojonuphistoricalsociety@h
otmail.com
Shire President available for
Appointments
Wednesday 9 November 2016
10:00am – 12:00pm
Shire Office, President’s
Room
Open to Public Call Miranda Wallace (Executive Assistant)
9831 2408
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