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lords recreation centre update

Capture the moment

Council has appointed Safeway Building and Renovations Pty Ltd to conduct building works at Lords recreation centre, including removal of all asbestos, replacement of parts of the roof and walls, and internal cleaning of the whole facility.

Safety is the highest priority for this project. All relevant legislation, guidelines and work practices will be followed, and air monitoring will be conducted on site by an independent environmental expert.

Issue No. 178 • June 2014

What’s inside› City of Subiaco rates

› School holiday activities

› NAIDOC Week

› Shaun Tan Award exhibition

› Papermates free book

The City of Subiaco’s Photographic Awards provides amateur and professional photographers the opportunity to share their artistic perspectives of Subiaco and the world. The awards are open to photographers in the Perth metropolitan area aged six years and over and can be submitted online in either the Subiaco or open category from Saturday 5 until Friday 25 July at 5pm.

Cash prizes from a total pool of $2500 include a top prize of $1000 for the overall winner.

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Safeway has extensive experience in successfully undertaking this type of work.

More information about the building works, including the timeline and frequently asked questions, is available at www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/lords

Meanwhile, stay fit with lords in the community, a great range of free fitness classes at various locations in the city. Check out the timetable online.

For the latest information about local government

reform and how it affects the City of Subiaco, visit

www.subiaco.wa.gov.auMitchell Page – Rubbish Ideas (2013 overall winner)

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Prizes are awarded to the best entry from a primary school student, best entry from a high school student, best Subiaco entry, best open entry and the people’s choice award.

An exhibition of the finalists’ work will run at Subiaco Library from Saturday 25 October to Wednesday 19 November.

Entry forms and full award details are available online at www.subiaco.wa.gov.au

The city will be running photographic sessions for both children and adults leading up to the awards.

For more information visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or contact the city on 9237 9304 or culture@subiaco.wa.gov.au

City of Subiaco ratesThe City of Subiaco charges property owners rates to fund a wide range of services from road maintenance and graffiti management to library services and environmental initiatives.

Rates on properties located in urban areas in Western Australia are calculated using the gross rental value (GRV) method. A GRV is determined by the Valuer General in accordance with the Valuation of Land Act 1978 and is an assessment of the gross annual rent the property might reasonably be expected to realise if let on a tenancy.

The Valuer General conducts general valutations triennially, and 2014 is a revaluation year.

Council sets a rate in the dollar value and a minimum rate in the annual budget. The GRV of a property is multiplied by the rate in the dollar to determine the annual rate amount subject to a minimum rate. The minimum rate ensures that all property owners make a fair contribution to the provision of services to the community.

The 2014–15 rates notices will be issued via Australia Post after the city’s annual budget has been adopted.

Please notify the city in writing of changes to property ownership or postal address details, quoting the assessment number for your property from your rates notice in all correspondence.

For more information about rates, contact the city on 9237 9244 or visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au

The City of Subiaco is proud to have a wonderful group of committed volunteers who assist in making the community stronger and more vibrant. Fifteen volunteers were awarded at the City of Subiaco’s annual volunteer lunch on Sunday 18 May, which also celebrated the twenty-fifth year of National Volunteer Week.

The city would like to congratulate and thank its volunteers for their valued contribution. Years of service:

Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists exhibition

City of Subiaco awards its long serving volunteers

Visit Subiaco Library from Tuesday 8 July to Sunday 3 August to view the finalists’ and exhibition artists’ work of the 2014 Shaun Tan Award for Young Artists. Take in the talent of five to seventeen year old Western Australian artists and vote for your favourite in the people’s choice award.

› When: Tuesday 8 July to Sunday 3 August › Where: Subiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

For more information, please contact the city on 9237 9300 or email library@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Five years Ten years Fifteen years

Twenty-five years

Thirty-five years

Sheila Davies Helen Clark Liz Stafford Barney Stanley Ron CongdonLisa Rohde Kevin Button Noel StaffordEn Kho Shirley Frizzell Saskia McQuillanPaula Hanson John McQuillanSharron Falconer Christine Waters

What’s on for seniors

Payment is required seven days prior to all events. To RSVP for any of the above events, and to pay, please contact the city on 9237 9320 or email adminscc@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Community lunch – Christmas in JulyEnjoy a traditional Christmas luncheon with all of the festive trimmings and fabulous entertainment.

› When: Wednesday 23 July from 11.45am

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

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

› RSVP and payment: Wednesday 16 July

Seniors’ out ‘n’ about bus tripEnjoy Christmas in July at the Crown Casino. The bus will pick up and drop off at Subiaco and Shenton Park community centres.

› When: Thursday 10 July from 11am to 3pm

› Cost: $10 includes lunch and a bus trip

› RSVP and payment: Thursday 3 July

Film club – The SapphiresEnjoy a three course meal then sit back and relax while watching the 2012 Australian musical comedy-drama The Sapphires.

› When: Thursday 31 July from 11.45am

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

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

› RSVP and payment: Thursday 24 July

Lunchtime talk – Dogs’ refuge homeThe Dogs’ Refuge Home in Shenton Park is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the rescue, care and re-homing of dogs, saving hundreds of unwanted, neglected, abandoned and abused dogs every year.

Join Karen Rhodes, president of the Shenton Park Dogs’ Refuge Home, to hear about one of the oldest animal welfare agencies in Australia. Bring the family along to meet one of their furry friends and learn about the adoption process and other services.

› When: Friday 18 July at 12.15pm › Where: Subiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

Please RSVP to 9237 9300 or library@subiaco.wa.gov.au

School holiday actionThe city has a wide range of exciting activities on offer during the July school holidays, including:

• craft activities at Subiaco Library

• museum visit and craft activity

• basket weaving and yarning

• photography workshop.

For more information, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or pick up a copy of the school holiday calendar from Subiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiaco.

Let’s get quizzical!Subi Voice of Youth is holding a free quiz night for people aged twelve to eighteen. If you want to test your knowledge, have a fun night out and be in the draw to win some great raffle prizes then get involved. You can put together your own table, of five to eight people, or meet others on the night.

Free pizza and awesome prizes. For more information visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/youth or contact 9237 9216.

› When: Friday 1 August from 6.30pm to 9pm

› Where: Shenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton Park

Please RSVP to 9237 9216 or email culture@subiaco.wa.gov.au

nAIDOC WeekThe City of Subiaco invites you to join us in celebrating NAIDOC Week (Sunday 6 to 13 July), with a range of events being held throughout the city that the whole family will enjoy.

Celebrations are held across Australia each July to acknowledge the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The city encourages the community to participate in the many cultural events offered throughout NAIDOC Week to increase awareness and appreciation of traditional Aboriginal culture.

NAIDOC Week for childrenThe library will run a number of NAIDOC Week themed school holiday activities for children throughout the week. For full details of all of these activities, please visit the city’s website www.subiaco.wa.gov.au

sunday@subi: The MerindasThe Merindas will kick off NAIDOC Week celebrations with a performance featuring music from the Motown era. The Merindas are most popularly known for their first gig at the Western Australian premiere of The Sapphires movie in August 2012. An Auslan signer will be at this concert.

› When: Sunday 6 July, tickets available from 1.15pm for a 2pm start

› Where: Subiaco Arts Centre, 180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco› Cost: Free. Bookings are not required.

Flag raising and welcome to country ceremonyJoin the city in formally recognising the contributions of Indigenous Australians and observe this year’s NAIDOC Week theme, Serving Country: Centenary and Beyond, at the traditional flag raising and welcome to country ceremony. This event is open to everyone in the community and will conclude with a bush tucker morning tea and live entertainment.

› When: Monday 7 July at 10am› Where: City of Subiaco Administration Centre, 241 Rokeby Road,

Subiaco. The ceremony will take place at the city’s flag pole, followed by morning tea in Council Chambers.

› Cost: Free. Bookings are essential for catering purposes. Please RSVP to 9237 9300 or library@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Community film screening – The SapphiresGet the family together for a special community screening of Australian musical comedy-drama The Sapphires. This film is about four Aboriginal women who form a music group and travel to Vietnam to sing to troops during the war. It will have you laughing, crying, singing and dancing.

Free popcorn and an ice cream will be provided. Children are invited to bring a cushion along to sit on (optional) and chair seating is available.

› When: Thursday 10 July, 5.45pm for a 6.15pm start› Where: Subiaco Community Centre, 203 Bagot Road, Subiaco› Cost: Free. Bookings are essential. RSVP to 9237 9300 or

library@subiaco.wa.gov.au by 5pm on Monday 7 July.

The Sapphires is rated PG. Children less than fifteen years old must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information about NAIDOC Week activities in the City of Subiaco, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au

Papermates is a fun online young adult book club. It was established to encourage young library members to engage with their peers, discuss their favourite books, discover new books and attend exclusive events at Subiaco Library.

The first thirteen members to join will win a copy of The Last Thirteen by James Phelan and Bzrk by Michael Grant.

To join and win, simply create an account with Goodreads at www.goodreads.com, then request to join Papermates via the Groups link.

For more information, please contact Subiaco Library on 9237 9300.

Win with Papermates

The new Theatre Gardens play space on the corner of Bagot and Hensman roads in Subiaco is under construction.

The city received great feedback from the community and would like to thank everyone who participated in providing their thoughts and creative ideas to assist in developing the overall design.

The new play space will incorporate a selection of creative, challenging and unique play opportunities for different age groups.

To keep up to date on the play space upgrade, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/haveyoursay

Out with the old play space, in with the new

June/JulyWhat’s happening in Subi

■ CHILDREN ■ YoutH ■ ALL AGES ■ ADuLtS ■ SENIoRS

■ Shadowland Wednesday 25 June to 6 July at various timesRegal Theatre, 474 Hay Street, Subiaco

www.regaltheatre.com.au

■ sunday@subi – Hi-Jinx QuartetFemale barbershop quartet

Sunday 29 June, 2pmSubiaco Arts Centre, 180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco

9237 9222 or www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/concerts

■ sunday@subi – The MerindasMotown in the style of The Sapphires with Auslan interpreters

Sunday 6 July, 2pmSubiaco Arts Centre, 180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco

9237 9222 or www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/concerts

■ Herman and Rosie musical adaptationWednesday 9 to Saturday 12 July, various timesSubiaco Arts Centre, 180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco

Cost: $20

www.subiacoartscentre.com.au

Pyjama StorytimeWednesday 2 July, 6.30pmSubiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or 9237 9300

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■ sunday@subi – Swingin’ GypsiesEuropean guitar group Sunday 13 July, 2pmSubiaco Arts Centre, 180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco9237 9222 or www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/concerts

■ sunday@subi – Minnelli – Martin ShowLiza Minnelli and Dean Martin tribute Sunday 20 July, 2pmSubiaco Arts Centre, 180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco9237 9222 or www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/concerts

■ ■ Support for mums without mums1 and 29 July, 10.30am to 12pmBeatty Park Leisure Centre Café, 220 Vincent Street, North Perth (temporary venue). Cost: Free. Beatty Park crèche is available for $5 per session and bookings are essential.9237 9317 or culture@subiaco.wa.gov.au

■ Book club – All the Birds Singing by Evie WyldMeet great people, talk about books, learn from others and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee.Tuesday 1 July, 1.30pm or 6.30pmSaturday 5 July, 2pmSubiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiacowww.subiaco.wa.gov.au or 9237 9300

upcoming events at Subiaco OvalSaturday 28 June, 2.40pm AFL Fremantle v West Coast Eagles

Sunday 6 July, 1.20pm AFL West Coast Eagles v Sydney

Sunday 13 July, 2.40pm AFL Fremantle v Greater Western Sydney

Friday 25 July, 6.40pm AFL West Coast Eagles v Richmond

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upmarketSunday 29 June, 10am to 4pmWinthrop Hall, The university of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley

www.perthupmarket.com.au

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■ StorytimeTuesdays and Fridays, 10.30amSubiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiacowww.subiaco.wa.gov.au or 9237 9300

■ Exercise for the young at heartWednesdays, 10am to 11am Shenton Park Community Centre, 240 Onslow Road, Shenton ParkCost: $5RSVP 9237 9320 or adminscc@subiaco.wa.gov.au

■ Zumba GoldTuesdays, 10.30am to 11.30am Subiaco Community Centre, 203 Bagot Road, SubiacoCost: $5RSVP 9237 9320 or adminscc@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Free public transport to and from Subiaco Oval is included in your 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 Infoline on 13 62 13.

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.

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Competition – At Last – The Etta James Story presented by Room 8 & Duet

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Please complete the coupon below and send to Talk about Subi, City of Subiaco, PO Box 270, Subiaco WA 6904 or drop it into the entry box at the Administration Centre, 241 Rokeby Road, Subiaco. One entry per household. Entries close at 5pm on Wednesday 16 July. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or contact the city on 9237 9222 for details.

Council meetingsSubiaco Council Chambers 241 Rokeby Road, Subiaco WA 6008 The next council meetings are on Tuesdays 24 June and 22 July, at 5.30pm

The 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

Heather Henderson › Mayor t 9237 9299 H 9387 5343 hhenderson@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Scott Arbuckle › Central Ward M 9381 4157 F 6380 2939 sarbuckle@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Judith Gedero › Central Ward t 9382 2145 M 0438 938 884 jgedero@subiaco.wa.gov.au

leanne Potter › Central Ward t 9382 4969 M 0410 543 007 lpotter@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Mark Burns › north Ward M 0451 244 600 markburns@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Stephanie Stroud › north Ward t 6460 1229 sstroud@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Garry Trinder › north Ward t 9388 0802 M 0407 424 834 gtrinder@subiaco.wa.gov.au

lee Hemsley › South Ward M 0435 992 081 lhemsley@subiaco.wa.gov.au

lynley Hewett › South Ward t/F 9386 7859 M 0419 838 006 lynhewett@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Hugh Richardson › South Ward t 9381 9396 M 0438 933 381 hrichardson@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Paul Clements › east Ward t 9381 9781 pclements@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Julie Matheson › east Ward t 9381 3429 jmatheson@subiaco.wa.gov.au

Murray Rowe › east Ward M 0409 493 512 F 9382 2371 mrowe@subiaco.wa.gov.au

The city, together with the Regal Theatre, is giving you the chance to win two tickets to At Last – The Etta James Story on Wednesday 23 July at 7.30pm.

Starring the sensational Vika Bull, the two-hour narrative concert tells the story of soul legend Etta James’ turbulent life and features some of her most beloved songs including Tell Mama, I’d Rather Go Blind, her iconic signature song At Last and many more.

Etta James not only sang the blues, she lived the blues, along the way influencing a vast array of artists from Diana Ross to Rod Stewart and is acknowledged as inspiring the careers of a new generation of singers from Christina Aguilera to Adele.

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

› When: Wednesday 23 to Sunday 27 July at various times

› Where: Regal Theatre, 474 Hay Street, Subiaco

Walk with us on SundaysSee Subi on Sunday is back for its thirteenth year exploring the history, heritage, beauty and environment of Subiaco.

This voluntary community initiative offers free guided walks through Subiaco. The walks take approximately one and a half hours to complete and are suitable for people of all ages. Along the way, participants are invited to tell their own stories and contribute to the learning experience in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Join us for the thirteenth anniversary walk, Centuries and Identities, to kick off the 2014–2015 walk season. Participants will discover the 100 year old history of Subiaco Primary School as they explore the grounds and learn about the legacies of the school.

› When: Sunday 13 July at 1.30pm

› Where: Start and finish on the grassed area at Subiaco Museum, 239 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

The program for 2014–2015 is one of the best yet. Walks will explore the Regal Theatre, the life and legacy of Dom Salvado, a history of Subiaco Oval and much more. See Subi on Sunday brochures are available for download from the city’s website www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or pick up a hard copy brochure from the city’s Administration Centre, 241 Rokeby Road, Subiaco Museum, 239 Rokeby Road, or Subiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, all in Subiaco.

For more information, visit www.subiaco.wa.gov.au or contact 9237 9227.