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remembering the ANZACs

Issue No. 186 • March 2015

What’s inside› 2015 Shaun Tan Award

for Young Artists

› Presenting AmpFest 2015

› Funding for river foreshore planning

› Carter Lane transformed

› Upcoming events at Subiaco Oval

2015 marks 100 years since the Australian and New Zealand troops landed on the shores of Gallipoli in the First World War. The Gallipoli campaign, and the greater war, had an effect on all Australian communities including Subiaco.

The effect on the Subiaco community was significant, with ten per cent of the total population enlisting for the war. Of those who travelled to serve, many never returned home to Subiaco.

The city, together with the Subiaco and Shenton Park sub-branches of the Returned Services League (RSL) will mark the centenary with a number of events being held in and around Subiaco.

Shenton Park RSL sub-branch ANZAC Day service

Marchers will assemble at the King Street intersection on Onslow Road at 6.45am. Community members are invited to join in the march to the Shenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton Park, where the service will commence at 7am.

Subiaco RSL sub-branch ANZAC Day service

Marchers will fall in at the Subiaco Post Office at 7.45am. The march will proceed down Rokeby Road, ending at the Fallen

Soldiers Memorial, corner of Rokeby and Hamersley roads, where the ceremony will take place at 8am.

Following the service, community members are encouraged to visit Subiaco Museum’s current exhibition, When the Great War Came to Subiaco.

Museum exhibition – When the Great War came to Subiaco

Follow soldiers into the trenches, peer into the homes of Subiaco families and examine the behaviour of community organisations and the council, to gain a better understanding of the war’s effects on individuals, families, neighbourhoods and the broader community.

When the Great War came to Subiaco will be on display until August at Subiaco Museum, 239 Rokeby Road, Subiaco (next to Subiaco Library). Opening hours are Tuesday through Friday from 1pm to 4pm and Saturday from noon to 4pm.

Several other ANZAC themed events will be held in the Subiaco area throughout March and April. For details, please refer to the ‘What’s happening in Subi’ section of this newsletter, or visit the events calendar on the city’s website www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/events

A group of soldiers at a West Australian training camp during the First Wold War

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Word on the streetLords Recreation Centre is back after a temporary closure last year. To celebrate, we asked the Lords community ‘What do you love about Lords?’

trevor – long time Lords member

“You can’t beat the atmosphere and the camaraderie, if you like, of Lords.”

Michael – works at Lords

“It’s a community based place where people come and want to talk and have a chat to us, and there’s always a good vibe. It’s a great place to work.”

Maribel – long time Lords member

“I absolutely love Lords – it’s pretty much my life. When I came here it was really what helped me get into the community, to know people.”

These responses and more feature in a short film titled ‘I love Lords’.

Visit www.lords.com.au to watch the video, and to find out about the activities and services on offer at Lords Recreation Centre.

Aspiring young artists are invited to submit their original works for the 2015 Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists. Submissions may be a drawing, painting, digital or mixed media piece, but all entries must be two-dimensional.

This prestigious youth award is open to all Western Australian school students aged five to eighteen years. Entries close Sunday 17 May.

Entry forms and competition information are available at www.subiaco.wa.gov.au

Presenting AmpFest 2015AmpFest is a free, all-ages gig celebrating young local musical talent. Come down and check out the next crop of Perth talent before they hit the big-time; catch original bands, duos and solo acts aged twelve to twenty-five.

Previous AmpFest finalists include The Dee Dee Dums who you may now know as Tame Impala.

› When: Sunday 26 April, 5pm to 9pm› Where: Llama Bar, 34 Rokeby Road, Subiaco› Cost: Free

AmpFest is all ages, completely free, unticketed and alcohol free event presented by the City of Subiaco and Town of Mosman Park. Check out www.ampfest.com.au for all the details.

National Youth Week 2015 – it starts with usAs part of National Youth Week 2015 (Friday 10 to Sunday 19 April), the City of Subiaco, in conjunction with the Town of Mosman Park and the Shire of Peppermint Grove, is running a series of awesome free music development activities for people aged twelve to twenty-five.

The ‘NYW Start Me Up’ music development program includes ‘compose yourself’ a song writing workshop, the ‘kick-start’ band development workshop and a chance to have your musical instruments electrically tested for free at the ‘plug me in’ session.

For details, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth or contact the city on 9237 9216.

The city would like to thank the Department of Local Government and Communities for its grant towards the song writing workshop.

2015 Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists

What’s on for seniors

Seniors’ out ‘n’ about bus trip – Kent Street WeirExplore Kent Street Weir and take a walk along the river, before travelling on to Kelly’s Cafe and nursery for a delicious lunch.

› When: Thursday 9 April

› pick up: Subiaco Community Centre, 203 Bagot Road, Subiaco or Shenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton Park

› Cost: $35, all inclusive

› rSVp and payment: Thursday 2 April

Community lunch – Australia and New ZealandA community lunch and live entertainment with a three piece band in honour of the ANZACs.

› When: Wednesday 22 April, 11.45am

› Where: Subiaco Community Centre, 203 Bagot Road, Subiaco

› Cost: $13

› rSVp and payment: Wednesday 15 April

RSVP and payment is required seven days prior to all events. If numbers exceed the maximum, names will be drawn out of a hat and all persons notified. To RSVP for any of the above events, and to pay, contact the city on 9237 9320 or email adminscc@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Film club – Beneath Hill 60Based on a true story, this film tells the story of untrained Australian soldiers who embark on a secret mission during World War One to dig a series of tunnels underneath a German bunker. Please note this movie contains content that may be sensitive for some people.

› When: Thursday 30 April, 11.45am

› Where: Subiaco Community Centre, 203 Bagot Road, Subiaco

› Cost: $13, includes a three-course lunch and popcorn

› rSVp and payment: Thursday 23 April

Living and lifestyle forum – Better sleep and ‘lifting the lid’ on continenceSleep Disorders Australia will present important information about combating issues that can affect sleep, and a second presentation from the Continence Advisory Service will focus on common bladder issues and steps you can take to improve these.

› When: Tuesday 14 April, 10am to 12pm

› Where: Subiaco Community Centre, 203 Bagot Road, Subiaco

› Cost: Free

› rSVp and payment: Tuesday 7 April

Discover new friendships at the seniors’ social day clubDid you know the city runs a seniors’ social day club? Meet other community members and take part in a range of age-friendly and fun activities, including arts and crafts projects, cooking classes, exercise programs, community lunches and day trips, all in a friendly and inclusive environment.

The seniors’ social day club operates Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10am to 3pm at Tom Dadour Community Centre, 363 Bagot Road, Subiaco. Morning and afternoon tea and a three-course lunch are provided.

The city offers a transport service to and from the centre, allowing participants the convenience of being picked up from their own front door. For further information, including participation fees, contact the city on 9237 9336.

Your local community dining roomSubiaco Community Centre offers delicious meals to the community at outstanding prices.

For just $13 or less for three courses, enjoy a wholesome soup to start, accompanied by a warm, crusty dinner roll. This is followed by a healthy and tasty set main meal, and completed by a mouth-watering dessert.

Meals are prepared fresh by the centre’s qualified chef and served weekdays in the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the community dining room.

Subiaco Community Centre is located at 203 Bagot Road, Subiaco. For more information, or to make a booking, please call 9237 9333.

Last chance to enter the 2015 local History Awards The closing date for the 2015 Local History Awards is fast approaching. Don’t miss your chance to win up to $500 for researching a special aspect of Subiaco’s history and sharing it with the community.

Submissions may take the form of one or a combination of different formats including a research report, personal memoir, interview, and drawings or photographs of local places, people and events that tell the story of Subiaco’s past.

Entries close on Monday 6 April. More information, including the entry form, is available online at www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or pick up a hard copy from Subiaco Museum, Subiaco Library or the city’s Administration Centre during opening hours.

Redevelopment of one of the last remaining industrial lots in Subiaco, now known as the Carter Lane precinct, is on track for mid-year completion.

Its transformation will result in new public open space for the community to enjoy, eleven single residential lots, and two larger lots; one intended for medium density housing, and the other as a mixed use lot with commercial uses on the ground floor and residential above.

The public open space component will complement the existing ‘greenspine’, and will include a lawn area, pedestrian path, cycle ways, water features, public art, seating, lighting and barbeque facilities.

The city has been working on redevelopment of the 12 000 square metre site since 2011, when the former tenant Bosich Holdings vacated. The city would like to thank the community for their input throughout the process.

In recent weeks, a major milestone in the project was achieved with the finalisation of the sale of the two larger sites. Auctioning of the eleven residential lots is expected to take place in April or May this year. To register your interest, please contact the City of Subiaco on 9237 9222 or city@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Funding for river foreshore planningThe city, together with the Western Suburbs Regional Organisation of Councils (WESROC) has received $40 000 under the Swan River Trust’s 2014/15 Riverbank Funding Program. The funding will be used to assess the vulnerability of the foreshore in light of a changing climate, and produce a regional Foreshore Management Plan for the Swan River Estuary in the western suburbs of Perth.

Over the past fifteen years, the city owned land at JH Abrahams Reserve in Crawley has seen problems with river wall collapse, damage to the adjacent pedestrian footpath, and erosion scours in the river bed near the stormwater outlet pipes. Surrounding western suburbs local governments are experiencing similar problems with structural damage to river walls and cliffs, and the impact of erosion on vegetation and community facilities.

The study will identify short and long-term solutions tailored to each local government area, and provide vital information to allow cost-effective planning for the future.

Carter lane transformed

Young boys in a homemade boat on Jolimont Swamp, c. 1940

Sue Bee’s reading hiveSue Bee would like to invite all year one students to join her reading hive. Sue Bee’s reading hive is a free program available exclusively to Subiaco Library members.

Sue Bee members will receive a stamp on their reading hive card each time they borrow a book from Subiaco Library, and after collecting ten stamps, they will be rewarded with a special gift.

To sign up your child, simply visit Subiaco Library at 237 Rokeby Road, Subiaco.

April/MAyWhat’s happening in Subi

■ CHILDREN ■ YoutH ■ ALL AGES ■ ADuLtS ■ SENIoRS

■ Library evening event – Shannon LoveladyJoin archivist, researcher and writer Shannon Lovelady as she discusses her involvement in the research project, Gallipoli Dead from Western Australia. Monday 13 April, 6pm for a 6.15pm startSubiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, SubiacoCost: FreeBookings essential. RSVP to 9237 9300 or library@subiaco.wa.gov.au

■ Lunchtime talk with Claire GreerHear from archaeologist, historian and University of Western Australia PhD candidate Claire Greer who has examined First World War enlistments from individual residences on Olive Street in Subiaco. Hear the results of Ms Greer’s research and learn how the war impacted the community at street level.Friday 17 April, 12.15pm for a 12.30pm startSubiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, SubiacoCost: FreeBookings essential. RSVP to 9237 9300 or library@subiaco.wa.gov.au

ANZAC Day servicesThe Subiaco and Shenton Park RSL sub-branches, together with the City of Subiaco, invite you to attend a community service for the ANZAC Centenary.Shenton park – Saturday 25 April, 7amShenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton ParkSubiaco – Saturday 25 April, 8amFallen Soldiers Memorial, corner Rokeby and Hamersley roads, Subiaco

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■ Under Any Old Gum Tree – the story of Martin o’Meara VCPresented by O’Meara Productions, in association with the Subiaco RSL sub-branch. This poignant one act play tells the story of a man who moved from ireland to Australia before enlisting for World War i, his time at war, and return to Australia where he spent most of his remaining years living in Shenton Park.Friday 1 and Saturday 2 May, 7.30pm and Sunday 3 May, 2pmCost: $25. Enquiries and bookings to omeara1916@gmail.comShenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton ParkFor more information, visit www.martinomeara.weebly.com

■ Voiceworks ANZAC anthem performanceVocal ensemble Voiceworks present a specially commissioned ANZAC anthem and multimedia presentation, which will take the audience on a roller coaster of emotions, with stories of survival, frailty, resilience and humour. Sunday 26 and Monday 27 April, 2pm and 7pmShenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton ParkCost: $30. For tickets, contact Bev on 0448 131 153.For more information, visit voiceworkswa.wordpress.com

Exercise for the young at heartWednesdays, 10amShenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton ParkCost: $5RSVP to 9237 9320 or adminscc@subiaco.wa.gov.au

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Skateboarding clinicsThe city has partnered with Skateboarding WA to offer free skateboarding clinics during the school holidays for ages five and up. Skateboards and helmets are provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own. Tuesdays 7 and 14 April, 10am to 12pmSubiaco Skate Park, corner Rokeby and Nicholson roads, SubiacoCost: FreeParent supervision is required for children under the age of twelve. To book, contact 6229 6600 or recreation@subiaco.wa.gov.au

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■ Ampfest 2015An all ages gig celebrating young musical talent, presented by the City of Subiaco and Town of Mosman Park.Sunday 26 April, 5pm to 9pmLlama Bar, 34 Rokeby Road, SubiacoCost: Freewww.ampfest.com.au

■ Community legal serviceMondays, 6pm to 9pmShenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton ParkCost: FreeTo book a free fifteen minute consultation, contact the city on 9237 9222

■ Subi active seniors chair yogaMondays, 10.30amShenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton ParkCost: $5RSVP to 9237 9320 or adminscc@subiaco.wa.gov.au

■ Zumba Gold Tuesdays, 10.30amShenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton ParkCost $5Please note the venue for this class has recently changed. RSVP to 9237 9320 or adminscc@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Note: dates displayed are correct as at the time of publication and should be used as a guide only. Please contact the relevant outlet for final confirmation of event dates and times.

Council meetingSubiaco Council Chambers 241 Rokeby Road, Subiaco The next council meeting is on Tuesday 21 April at 5.30pmThe agenda for each council meeting is available on the city’s website at 5pm on the Friday prior to the meeting. The minutes are available at 5pm on the Thursday after the meeting. There is a formal process for members of the public wishing to ask a question or make a statement at a meeting. Please refer to the website or contact the city for further information.

Contact informationAdministration Centre: 9237 9222Graffiti Hotline: 1800 441 818

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Competition – Consentino live in Twisted Reality, presented by Live NationThe city, together with The Regal Theatre, is giving you the chance to win a double pass to see Consentino’s new live show, Twisted Reality on Friday 1 May at 7.30pm.

Join Australia’s world-renowned entertainer, Consentino the Grand illusionist, as he performs never before seen death-defying escapes, mind-boggling stage illusions and cutting-edge street magic that will thrill your senses and twist your view of reality.

Visit www.regaltheatre.com.au for further details.

› When: Friday 1 May at 7.30pm and Saturday 2 May at 1.30pm and 7.30pm

› Where: The Regal Theatre, 474 Hay Street, Subiaco

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Upcoming events at Subiaco OvalSunday 5 April, 4.40pm AFL Fremantle v Port Adelaide

Friday 10 April, 6.10pm AFL West Coast Eagles v Carlton

Sunday 19 April, 2.40pm AFL West Coast Eagles v Fremantle

Saturday 25 April, 6.40pm AFL Fremantle v Sydney

Free public transport is included with your match ticket. A frequent train service will operate on all lines before and after games at Subiaco Oval. Post-match buses are available. Last buses leave twenty minutes after the completion of the match. For more information visit the Transperth website at www.transperth.wa.gov.au or call the Transperth info Line on 13 62 13.

School holiday boredom ends nowif you’ve got school-aged kids, take advantage of the city’s extensive school holiday program this April.

With a huge range of fun events and activities to choose from at Lords, Subiaco Library and outdoors, there’s something for children and young people of all ages and interests.

Visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or www.lords.com.au to see what’s on.

Subiaco Library book club – The Narrow Road to the Deep NorthJoin the Subiaco Library book club in reading the 2014 Man Booker prize-winning, The Narrow Road to the Deep North by Richard Flanagan.

immerse yourself in this powerful and moving novel, then discuss it with other local readers at one of the following upcoming book club meetings:

Tuesday 21 April at 1.30pm Tuesday 21 April at 6.30pm Saturday 25 April at 2pm

Book club meets at Subiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiaco. Bookings are not required. For more information, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.