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MESSAGE FROM THE CEO

UPDATE FROM THE CHAMBERS

SPORT & RECREATION

COMMUNITY NEWS

LOCAL EVENTS

WILDFLOWER INFO

DOG & CAT REGISTRATIONS DUE 1st NOVEMBER

Shire of Victoria Plains Shire News October 2018

Wonderful Wildflower Season

YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

NEWS FROM THE CHAMBERS

From the CEO’s desk…

The first quarter of the new financial year is over and Spring is in the air, it’s a good

time to finish those pressing tasks and start fresh with the new season. The end of

winter means the climax of another season of sports, spring perfumes and the

prospect of another successful harvest getting closer.

Staff Movements

We welcome our two of our newest staff members Finance Officer (Payroll &

Creditors) – Glenn Deocampo and Finance & Administration Manager – Ina

Edwardson. Unfortunately, we said goodbye to our Community Development Officer – Carmody Glass

and Customer Service Officer – Peta Shales. I would like to thank them both for their service.

Potential Copper Mine

The President met with representatives from Caravel Minerals who are envisaging a copper mine in the

area between Calingiri and Wongan Hills. Caravel Minerals have done several test drills, but will be doing

more in the coming months. By April or May 2019, should be progressing to the next stage. Some of the

issues include water supply, noise and dust suppression, access to transport.

Looking to be a 30 year project with 500 staff in construction phase of 2-3 years, and an operational

workforce of approx. 200. An estimated 200,000 tonnes of ore would be transported by road once in

production.

A presentation is planned to be made at the November Council Meeting.

Remembrance Day

This year’s commemoration will be held on Sunday the 11th November 2018, we pause for one minute of

silence at 11.00 am to remember the service and sacrifice of women and men who gave their lives in wars,

conflicts and peace keeping operations. This year marks the centenary of the Armistice, when the First

World War came to an end.

National Services Medals Awards Night - John Brennan

On the 27th September, the Shire of Victoria Plains held a function at the New Norcia Hotel, to show its

appreciation to their Volunteer Bush Fire Fighters. Supt. Craig Smith from Mid-West Gascoyne

commended the recipients and the Shire of Victoria Plains for their continued vigilance on maintaining a

high level of Risk Management throughout the community.

The National Medal was established on 14th February 1975 as one of the original elements of the

distinctive Australian system of honors and awards. The Medal recognises diligent long service in

organisations that protect life and property at some risk to their members. Fifteen years is the minimum to

qualify for the Medal. Congratulations to you all.

Will You Be Bushfire Ready?

With winter now behind us, the Shire urges all residents to ensure that their properties and families are

prepared for bush fire season. The Shire also encourages all residents to have a bushfire plan and that all

family members are aware of the plan. For further information on being prepared and staying informed in

the event of an emergency go to https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/prepare.

https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/prepare

NEWS FROM THE CHAMBERS

~ Calingiri Mobile Reception Issues ~

***A second update***

I have had further conversation with Senator McKenzie's office today (Minister for

Regional Communications) regarding mobile reception in Calingiri.

Lisa McTiernan, government relations officer for Telstra (based in Canberra), informed our

contact that Telstra have now been out to Calingiri.

They can confirm they are aware of the reception issues and an update of the their

infrastructure is required to improve the issues.

They plan to install a new 700Mhz system at Calingiri within approx 3 months.

I would still be keen to push for a macro tower, to provide coverage to the wider Calingiri

area (not just the town site). Therefore I believe we should be prepared to lodge a

submission to round 4 of the Mobile Black Spot campaign, due to open later this year.

Boyd Brown, Regional Manager for Telstra also rang me today. Confirming info from

earlier.

The current Infrastructure was installed in March 2017 and is a 4G 1800 MHz small cell.

15 months on these are now mainly used for very small but high density areas in the city.

Over the next 2-3 months Calingiri’s unit will be replaced with a 4G 700Mhz cell. The

smaller the number the better the reach. They will also shift the cell higher on the mast

tower.

Cr Pauline Bantock (Carr)

Deputy President

Confidential Matters

When sending confidential matters

to the Shire CEO; Please ensure

all emails are forwarded to the

below email.

[email protected]

Shire of Victoria Plains

Ordinary Council Meeting

Will be held @ the Council

Chambers on Wednesday

17th October 2018

Commencing @ 2pm

Calingiri Tip Hours

Wed 9.00am—11.30am

Sat 12.30pm—4.00pm

Sun 9.00am—3.00pm

Shire of Victoria Plains 4

Bolgart Tip Hours

Wed 12.30pm –4.00pm

Sat 9.00am—11.30am

Sun 9.00am—11.30am

NEWSLETTER CHARGES

FULL PAGE COLOUR—$70.00

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FULL PAGE BLACK & WHITE—$35.00

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Email: [email protected]

Dog and Cat Registrations

~ Due 1st November 2018 ~

A reminder that dog and cat registrations fall

due on 1st NOVEMBER each year. Renewal

forms can be obtained from the

Shire Office or the Shire website.

www.victoriaplains.wa.gov.au

Reminders will be issued to current registered

owners by mail.

Payments can not be processed before

1st November 2018

BURNING PERIOD EXTENDED

PLEASE BE ADVISED

THE BURNING PERIOD HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO:

15TH OCTOBER 2018

UPDATES REGARDING FIRE RESTRICTIONS WILL BE ADVERTISED ON THE SHIRE OF

VICTORIA PLAINS WEBSITE

DON’T FORGET YOUR FIREBREAKS!!!


~ THE WELL BEING MATTERS PROJECT ~

CALINGIRI - Pay all classes upfront before the classes commence.

Pilates @ 11am — 12pm

Wednesday 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st October & 7th, 14th November

Remaining dates to go... Please come along.

MOGUMBER — Pay all classes upfront before the classes commence.

Tai Chi @ 4.00pm

Tuesday 9th, 16th & 23rd October

PLEASE NOTE: If you want these classes to continue the group that is keen for the instructors

to return need to speak to them about it at the classes. The Shire has no funds for further

classes. We hope these classes can continue on by those interested.

$5 Seniors $7 Adults Children FREE

[email protected]


Suicide Prevention Campaign

This will be a workshop about mental health awareness and to encour-age all to come along and be open about mental health.

Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th October – ASIST training @ Calingiri Sports Club

All inquiries for Community Development & Grants contact the Shire Office.

Ph. 08 9628 7004 Email: [email protected]

WE FAREWELL PETA SHALES

ADVERTISE HERE...

If you have a farming or livestock related

business, advertise here! It’s a great way to

target the audience or clients you want today

in their local newsletter.

FULL PAGE COLOUR—$70.00

1/2 PAGE - $35.00

1/4 PAGE - $17.50

FULL PAGE BLACK & WHITE—$35.00

1/2 PAGE - $17.50

1/4 PAGE - $8.75



Calingiri Anglican Church

Service

Sunday 7th October

@ 11:30 am


**** GARDEN & HOUSE HELPER *****

Reliable, trustworthy, mature female with lots of experience.

GARDEN MAINTENANCE: Mowing, Wipper Snipper, edging, weeding, mulching, raking, pruning,

planting, harvesting, landscaping (including veggie garden & orchard)

HOUSE HELPER: Ironing, general cleaning, spring cleaning, pool maintenance, painting.

Care take animals while your away and other odd jobs.

Hourly Rate(s) - Discounts apply for regular work—Full Day—Cash

PH: Vicky (Calingiri) 0409 468 385

~ WANTED TO RENT/LEASE RURAL PROPERTY ~

****URGENT****

As property sold

Farmhouse 3—4 bedroom,1 bathroom on acreage suitable for stock. Approx 42 h/a. Tenant will have electrical fencing

equipment to secure fencing.

Contact: June Stewart—0427 237 374

~ FOR SALE ~

HOLDEN ASTRA WAGON 2005

4CYL—AUTO

$2400 ONO

PH: 0409 468 385


Are you curious about CWA?

Looking for a way to connect to your community? Open to new opportunities for self-development? Have some time available to help others? Like meeting people from all walks of life?

Koorunga CWA invites interested women to

join them for their branch meeting

10.00am, Thursday November 1st at Mogumber Hall.

Koorunga CWA is a vibrant group that offers friendship, fun, personal growth and supports local community needs. Come along and find out about the variety of activities and events of Koorunga CWA branch. We’re not just tea & scones! Meeting at 10.00am followed by a BYO lunch and social activity at 12.30pm. For more information, please contact: Angela 0419 043 960 [email protected] or Karen 0429 965 160 [email protected]

PLANTS, HAY & SOIL have been donated to THE CALINGIRI COMMUNITY GARDEN with more pledged

for the near future.

Our group plans to update the community via a Community Garden Page.

All are welcome to join us for a cuppa….to do a bit of gardening or donate.

*A Flag will also be put out in the Garden to signal when we are open!

A BIG THANK-YOU TO ALL THOSE WHO HAVE DONATED TO OUR COMMUNITY GARDEN


2018 Calcoinart Inaugural Sports Carnival

Students, staff and school communities from the three primary schools in the Shire of Victoria Plains

came together for the first time to hold the inaugural Calcoinart Faction Sports.

Yerecoin and Calingiri Primary schools have held a combined faction sports for many years whereby

students from both schools combine to form two factions, Hawks and Tigers. This has successfully

maintained a good level of competition as student numbers have declined, and given all students

the opportunity to participate in a range of events at a competitive level.

In 2017, Bolgart approached Calingiri and Yerecoin schools regarding joining the Calcoin Carnival and

this culminated in a highly successful sports carnival on Friday 31st August. The two Hawks and

Tigers teams were retained, with each faction now made up of students from the three schools.

The level of engagement between the students was excellent and parents and supporters made the

most of the opportunity to catch up with the broader Victoria Plains community.

Thanks to the assistance given by shire staff with preparation of the oval and other equipment and

also to all students, parents and school staff who helped make the day run so smoothly.

The end result was extremely close with Tigers winning the day by 1.5 points over Hawks.

Congratulations to the Championship winners, runners up and record breakers.

CHAMPION / EQUAL CHAMPIONS RUNNER UP /EQUAL RUNNERS-UP

U/7 BOYS NOAH CLARKE MASON CLARKE AUSTIN KILPATRICK

U/7 GIRLS AVA KING MILLA BALLANTYNE

U/9 BOYS GEORGE DAVIDSON MONTY YOUNG

U/9 GIRLS EMILEE GLASS JOSEPHINE EDMONDS

U/11 BOYS TRISTAN SNOOKE RORY BOYCE

U/11 GIRLS MOLLY SNOOKE JENAE WOODHAMS ANNA JOHNSON CHARIZ RAMOS

OPEN BOYS RORY PURSER BEN CORBEY

OPEN GIRLS BONNIE EDMONDS JULIANE RAMOS

Carnival Total Points HAWKS Bolgart Black-Calingiri Gold-

Yerecoin Red 245.5

TIGERS Bolgart White-Calingiri Blue- Yerecoin White 247

New Records Old New

Girls U/7 Long Jump Taylah King 2.49m Ava King 2.52m

Girls 6 yo 50m Amy Freestone 9.43 seconds Ava King 8.84 seconds

Girls U/7 Flag Bree Brennan 17.81 seconds Milla Ballantyne 17.25 seconds

Champion Girl U/7 Jessica Norman 9.65 seconds Ava King 8.75 seconds

Champion Girl U/9 Brianna Edmonds 8.56 seconds Josephine Edmonds 8.50 seconds

Girls U/11 Relay Tigers 55.28 seconds Hawks 53.22 seconds

DITCH WITCH SERVICES

Contact Richard at Walkers Diesel Services

for all your trench digging needs. Perfect

for those jobs where you need to run

cables or water pipes. Get it done locally.

Phone 0418 726432 or email

[email protected]



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For Hire—3.5 Ton Car Trailer & Mobile Hydraulics

Phone 0418 726 432 or email [email protected]

Contact Richard @ Walkers Diesel Services

mailto:[email protected]

Shire Of Victoria Plains

PO Box 21

Calingiri WA 6569

www.victoriaplains.wa.gov.au

Postage

Paid

Ph: 9628 7004

Fax: 9628 7008


NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS DUE BY

MIDDAY ON

LAST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH

Phone: 9628 7004

Fax: 9628 7008

Email:

[email protected]

SHIRE OFFICE HOURS

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

GENERAL BUSINESS

8.30am—4.30pm

FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS

8.30am-4.00pm

BENDIGO BANK

and

TRANSPORT LICENSING

9.00am-4.00pm

TO THE

HOUSEHOLDER

Community Calendar

~ Victoria Plains Art Society: Thursdays 9.30am ~

~ Calingiri Anglican Church Service: Sun 7th Oct @ 11.30am ~

~ Mogumber Tai Chi: Tues 9th, 16th & 23rd Oct @ 4.00pm ~

~ Monthly Council Meeting: October 17th - Commencing @ 2.00pm ~

~ Calingiri Pilates: Wed 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st Oct @ 11.00am ~

~ Dog & Cat Registrations: Renewals Due 1st November ~

~ Koorunga CWA Meeting: November 1st @ Mogumber Hall 10.00am ~

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