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1 THE Westonian 2nd May, 2018 FREE JOINT PUBLICATION BY WESTONIA CRC & SHIRE OF WESTONIA To All of the wonderful Mums out there we wish you a very Happy Mothers Day for

May 1st - Glenda Waterhouse 3rd - Rebecca Barnet 5th - Glen Millington 6th - Kerryn Townrow 7th - Maree LeMoignan 12th - Ian (Possum) Stevens 13th - Ivan Paust 14th -

2 May 1st - Glenda Waterhouse 3rd - Rebecca Barnet 5th - Glen Millington 6th - Kerryn Townrow 7th - Maree LeMoignan 12th - Ian (Possum) Stevens 13th - Ivan Paust 14th - Jazmin Lindley 18th - Terri Blake Walter Geier 19th - Renae Corsini Karin Love 22nd - Seb Daddow 25th - Ashley Geier (Golden Age) 29th - Keith Downsborough 31st - Belinda Mahon 2

May Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun 1 2 3 Seniors Games 4 5 6 Biggest Morning Tea Bullfinch 9am 7

12 Physio @ Primary School 13 Mothers Day Physio @ Primary School 14 15 16 17 Seniors Games 18

Boomerang Bag Workshop 27 10am 28 29 30 31 Seniors Games Thank you to all the persons who made

3 May Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Seniors Games Biggest Morning Tea Bullfinch 9am 7 8 Hood Penn Museum Busy Bee 10am 9 10 Seniors Games 11 Shoe School Library 10am - 3pm 12 Primary School 13 Mothers Day Primary School Seniors Games Dr Olga Shire Office Seniors Games 25 Shire Office 26 Boomerang Bag Workshop 27 10am Seniors Games Thank you to all the persons who made Anzac Day in Westonia beautiful. Even on your day off. Thank you all, from a very grateful citizen. 3

The burn is a scrub rolled buffer with an area of around 390 hectares in size. This will provide a buffer of around 22km in length.

4 Shire of Westonia Council News 2 May 2018 fortnightly information from us to you Prescribed Burn Dept. Parks & Wildlife The Dept. of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, Parks and Wildlife Service is planning to undertake a prescribed burn this autumn in the Walyahmoning. The burn is a scrub rolled buffer with an area of around 390 hectares in size. This will provide a buffer of around 22km in length. The scrub rolling was completed in Autumn 2016 and is to be burnt from 27 th April The burn is isolated from any public roads, however should smoke affect the road the appropriate warning signs will be put in place by the Dept. of Parks and Wildlife to warn motorist of smoke and other hazards. A Main Roads approved traffic management plan will be enforced for tracks adjacent to the burn. Community Bus Merredin & Districts Junior Football Assoc. (Colts) The Shire recently resolved to agree to the Merredin & Districts Junior Football Association (Colts) request for the use of the Westonia Community Bus to travel to six (6) away games in the towns of Northam and York. Several kids located in and around the Westonia district as well as several Burracoppin Football Club kids would be catching the bus on these occasions. There are also a number of disadvantage kids in the Merredin & surrounding area from broken homes etc that may not be able to play football without such transport. There is also a large portion of the families still involved with either local Senior Football, (Burracoppin & Nukarni) or local Netball, Hockey (senior & junior) who need a parent to follow either sport. The decision falls in line with the Shire of Westonia s Strategic Plan in Enhancing Social and Community Well Being 2.1 Facilitate the provision of recreational and leisure opportunities; 2.2 Provide facilities and programs for health and well-being needs; 2.3 Our children, youth, families and seniors are valued, involved and supported; 2.4 Support and encourage voluntary community services. The decision was strongly received by the Merredin & Districts Junior Football Association (Colts) and as a result the Shire of Westonia will become a major sponsor of the Association through its decision. The Association have also received sponsorship for the fuel cost from Liberty Rural, leaving only the running costs for the Shire of Westonia 4

Page 2 Council News Fortnightly Roads Report The road crew have completed the new reconstruction of a 2.2km section of the M040. This was recently sealed and sees the road widened to between 7 to 8m.

5km section of the M040 east of Warrachuppin rd will be undertaken next week The roads crew are currently reconstructing a 5 km section of Henderson Rd which will see the road widened to 10m with 8m

preserve the gravel surfaces Bring on some decent rains so winter grading can proceed.

Throughout April we have had Trac Mac, Silver Possums and the West side Caravanners Club.

5 Page 2 Council News Fortnightly Roads Report The road crew have completed the new reconstruction of a 2.2km section of the M040. This was recently sealed and sees the road widened to between 7 to 8m. Reseals of 4.5km section of the M040 east of Warrachuppin rd will be undertaken next week The roads crew are currently reconstructing a 5 km section of Henderson Rd which will see the road widened to 10m with 8m gravel resheet Road users are requested to take care when traveling this road Road users are also reminded to use the whole road instead of driving straight down the middle of gravel roads to help preserve the gravel surfaces Bring on some decent rains so winter grading can proceed. Caravan Park News Caravan clubs and group bookings are on the increase and we are booking out most nights which is great for our local businesses and tourist attractions. Throughout April we have had Trac Mac, Silver Possums and the West side Caravanners Club. With so much positive feedback, from all of these group members and other caravan guests, such as how great our little gem of a town is and how friendly the locals are. The Shire would like to say thank you to the community for helping to provide a positive atmosphere for tourism in Westonia. The Shire is also asking for your help with monitoring key tourism spots, providing feedback on any potential problems at any of our tourist sites. Such as tree s over tracks/trails, overflowing rubbish and general untidy appearance. If you have any feedback to provide please contact Westonia Shire Administration on BUDGET SUBMISSIONS 2018/19 Council is currently inviting submissions for the coming 2018/19 Budget. Submissions will be accepted until the 15 th May 18 for the financial year commencing 1 st July Council generally adopts the 2018/19 Budget at a special meeting of Council taking place in early July. Submissions must include a detailed description, if appropriate detailed plans and an estimated cost, if known, of the project and other funding that has been received or is being applied for to deliver the project. Submission forms are available from the Shire Office or on the website: Submissions can be posted to: Shire of Westonia C/- Post Office Westonia WA 6423 transmitted by facsimile to or ed to ceo@westonia.wa.gov.au and marked to the attention of the Chief Executive Officer. Submissions are to be received no later than Tuesday 15 th May

Page 3 Council News Primary Car Nurse Practitioner Laura Black Every Wednesday @ Westonia Shire Office 9.00am 2.

2018 18th June 2018 16th July 2018 20th August 2018 24th September 2018 5th November 2018 17th December 2018 Bookings made through WESTONIA SHIRE ADMIN OFFICE on (08) 9046 7063 Hood-Penn

Sand pad, retaining walls and various alterations to the existing building have been constructed in order to start the build so far. Keep a look out for future updates.

) Busy Bee 8 th of May at 10am Boxing/packaging store room items Various other jobs Our Historical Society Due to the development of the current WEROC app, it is recommended to council to

6 Page 3 Council News Primary Car Nurse Practitioner Laura Black Every Westonia Shire Office 9.00am 2.00 pm Booking made through WESTONIA SHIRE ADMINISTRATION on (08) Dr Olga Ward MBBS, FRACGP, GDRGP, FARGP Procedural Surgical GP Westonia Consulting Dates 2018 (Monday s) 21st May th June th July th August th September th November th December 2018 Bookings made through WESTONIA SHIRE ADMIN OFFICE on (08) Hood-Penn Museum Works have begun, on the Lottery West/ Westonia Progress Association Always Room for Volunteers project, behind the museum. Sand pad, retaining walls and various alterations to the existing building have been constructed in order to start the build so far. Keep a look out for future updates. Coming up: AGM 8th of May 9:30am (New members needed, meeting 3 times a year, very important for funding opportunities and to discuss new endeavours for our museum and town history.) Busy Bee 8 th of May at 10am Boxing/packaging store room items Various other jobs Our Historical Society Due to the development of the current WEROC app, it is recommended to council to develop a Facebook account for Marketing purposes. The podiatrist will be back in town on the following dates appointments are available starting at 11am Find us on Facebook.The only official page, bringing you information about events, news and works in the Shire. 25th May 2018 Please call the Shire Office on (08) for more information or to make an appointment. 6

Page 4 Council News Council Connect Shire Website upgrade Council recently resolved to employ the services of Market Creations to conduct a refresh of the Shire Website.

7 Page 4 Council News Council Connect Shire Website upgrade Council recently resolved to employ the services of Market Creations to conduct a refresh of the Shire Website. The refresh will also include a number of new measures to help the website become more functional and user friendly. This work on the refresh will take place over the coming months and will provide a more user friendly platform for both Shire residents and tourist coming to the Westonia district. It will also help enhance our use of the new Shire Facebook page. The Site design is now 4 years old and due for a refresh. The following additions will be added to the refresh to unsure greater security, functionality and ease of use. SSL Certificate- SSL offers extra security for visitors of the website. It has been recommended that we have an SSL Certificate to offer a safer and securer browsing experience. Fully Responsive Design- A full responsive web design is optimised for mobile, tablet and desktop view. Our website is only optimised for mobile and desktop visitors. The statistics for the devices that browse the website are below. Sessions and Users by Device Category 12 Mar 2017 to 12 Mar 2018 Device Category Sessions Users Desktop 5,358 4,175 Council Meeting Module- To manage the promotion and publication of Council meetings and the associated documentation online. Add and edit meeting, descriptions, uploads minutes and attachments and have our meetings display automatically in an interactive, easy to navigate view. Mobile 2,834 2,122 Disability Access and Inclusions Plan Implementation- This module facilitates Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Tablet 1, Implementation (DAIPI). This will allow website users to have all the tools to ensure all information, services and Facilities on our website are accessible to those with visual impairment, including the ability to re-size fonts and increase color contrast. Mega Menu-it allows a full with, subtitles menu layout, making it faster and easier for users to navigate sites. Quick Link Manager-Provide faster access to important content. Room Manager-A software that provides the ultimate reservation management system allowing you to expand your online distribution, as well as manage your rooms, rates and bookings with ease. In Westonia Case manage the Caravan Sites and Overflow availability. Further information on the refresh can be obtained by contacting the staff at the Shire Office. 7

8 Date: Wednesday, 2 May 2018 To: Westonia Landholders, Residents, and Visitors Notice of Intention to Lay 1080 Poison in the Westonia Common. Notice is hereby provided that the Shire of Westonia intends to lay 1080 poison baits in the Westonia Common for the control of foxes. The baiting program is due to commence after Wednesday, 9 May 2018 and be completed by Saturday, 9 June Please be advised that 1080 is highly toxic. The consumption of an animal that has ingested a lethal or sub-lethal dose of 1080 poses a serious risk of secondary poisoning to humans and other species. Taking of carcasses, removal of hides, and shooting or trapping animals (for human or animal consumption) is prohibited during the baiting period and for at least 14 days after the completion of the baiting program. Please ensure children and other persons in your care are restricted from entering the site of baiting. Please restrain your pets, working dogs and stock to avoid the possibility of poisoning through direct baiting or through eating 1080 poisoned animals. If you would like further information about this proposed baiting program please contact the Shire of Westonia through the details below. Alternatively, you can speak to a Biosecurity Officer at the Department of Agriculture and Food, Western Australia (DAFWA). More information about the use of 1080 is available from DAFWA s website: 8

This fortnights meat trays were kindly donated by Ian & Moe Hodge & Billy & Joan Huxtable And won by Danny (Force) & Chris and Sonya Barnett Meat Raffle Tickets are $5.

9 WESTONIA CO-OP & POST OFFICE Call into the Co-Op and pick up a gift for Mum You still have time to order her flowers or a hamper of your choice. Happy Mothers Day for 2018 WESTONIA CEMETERY RAFFLE Carrabin Roadhouse will be holding their meat tray raffles on Friday & Saturday nights. Drawn at 7.30pm every Saturday. This fortnights meat trays were kindly donated by Ian & Moe Hodge & Billy & Joan Huxtable And won by Danny (Force) & Chris and Sonya Barnett Meat Raffle Tickets are $5.00 each All proceeds go to the cemetery upgrade Joke of the week: When Donald Trump chose Mickey Pence as his Vice President even Walt Disney could have never, in his wildest dreams, imagined that Donald and Mickey would one day be running America. 9

GREAT GIFT IDEAS Saturday 26TH MAY @ 10.

????) (Westonia Primary School Site) Bring

10 Pop up Shop Library Westonia Primary School Friday 11 th May Winter Range of Boots and Shoes, Handbags, Jewellery & Scarves JUST IN TIME FOR MOTHER S DAY GREAT GIFT IDEAS Saturday 26TH 10.00am Sewing Room Stitch &?????) (Westonia Primary School Site) Bring a shared lunch All Welcome Would love to see some new faces down there. 10

Saturday 12th May starting 11am Sunday 13th May starting 10am

are essential and must be made through the CRC on 9046 7077 NO

arrival of baby George Matthew Walker Antonio Born at lunchtime on the

11 Saturday 12th May starting 11am Sunday 13th May starting 10am Physiotherapist: Beth Antonio Located at the Primary School Bookings are essential and must be made through the CRC on NO REFERRALS NEEDED Congratulations to Trent & Louise Antonio on the arrival of baby George Matthew Walker Antonio Born at lunchtime on the 10th April 2018 Weighing 3.6kgs We wish you all the best with your brand new bundle of joy 11

12 Cancer Council s Bullfinch Biggest Morning Tea (and sausage sizzle) Sunday May 6th Bullfinch Old School Site 9:00 am Any queries, contact Alyson on , or Mary on Any donations are greatly appreciated. 12

Rip your hi vis Burst your bu Is short never short e

right up Wheatbelt Markets Sunday 6th May 2018 8am to

Lots of stalls in the main street & the hall.

Free cup of tea or coffee for all stallholders.

Yummy bacon & egg burger or sausage in a bun.

the kids. Mother s Day raffle - 3 prizes to be won.

30am. Ice Cream Van - Cheapest Ice Creams in the

13 Rip your hi vis Burst your bu Is short never short e Call Martine on and she will stitch you right up Wheatbelt Markets Sunday 6th May am to 12noon Another great day out! Lots of stalls in the main street & the hall. Lucky Stallholder $50 Raffle. Free cup of tea or coffee for all stallholders. Sausage sizzle - run by Nungarin CWA. Yummy bacon & egg burger or sausage in a bun. Alpacas, Lurl s Train, FREE bouncy castle to entertain the kids. Mother s Day raffle - 3 prizes to be won. Tickets $2 each or 3 for $5.00 Drawn Sunday 6th May 11.30am. Ice Cream Van - Cheapest Ice Creams in the Wheatbelt! nungarinwheatbeltmarkets@gmail.com or call to book a stall. Something for everyone at the Nungarin Wheatbelt Markets!!! 13

14 GOLF NEWS Golf season has started again and we had 11 golfers competing for the Pip & Elsie Memorial trophy in warm dry conditions. One of our Patrons, Tim Della Bosca, opened the season by hitting the first golf ball down fairway one. Our winners were Ada Barnett, Steve Hale and Syd Crees on a handy 63 Nett followed by Jamie Criddle & Nigel Edgecombe on a 64 1/4. We held our A.G.M. and again elected Jamie as our President. Renae & Sharon remain our Secretary & Treasurer. Nigel is our new captain with Shaun our Vice Captain. In an amazing gesture the Della Bosca family have gifted the golf club land to the golf club. We thank them immensely and were overwhelmed by their generosity. Subs and ball fees remain the same as last year and we hope to see some new golfers out there this year as well as our past members. Next Sunday is a Club day starting at 12 noon and the following Sunday is the J & S Fox Mother s Day Trophy with tea at Carrabin. Anything from a light globe to a complete installation Electrical And Communications Renovations Telecommunications Re-wires Data cabling in offices and homes LED Lighting Telephone fault finding Underground Mains Power TV points and TV antennas New Housing TV wall mounting Switchboard Upgrades Test and Tagging Shed and factory lighting FERTILISE & NEUTRALISE 13% Magnesium 4%Ca, 7% Fe +trace Co, Cu, Mn, Zn, K, P & S Over liming????, restore the Mg/Ca balance with WESTONIA MAGNESITE The best source, plant available Magnesium $16 per tonne, GST incl Call Edd local natural & proven! Anthony Nelson Phone ancorelectrics@gmail.com 14

15 FOR SALE BLUE RAY DISC PLAYER, BRAND NEW, STILL IN THE BOX $ PHONE THE CRC ON

Proudly Supported by APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS MODEL PLANE WORKSHOPS WE

HOLIDAYS TO HELP MAKE THE MODEL PLANE WORKSHOP A HUGE SUCCESS.

A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO IAN AND JESS MAHONEY FOR YOUR DEVOTION TO

16 Proudly Supported by APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS MODEL PLANE WORKSHOPS WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF THOSE WHO PUT IN THEIR TIME OVER THE HOLIDAYS TO HELP MAKE THE MODEL PLANE WORKSHOP A HUGE SUCCESS. THE PLANES LOOK AND FLY GREAT. A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO IAN AND JESS MAHONEY FOR YOUR DEVOTION TO THIS AMAZING AND SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROJECT TO ALL OF THE PARENTS WHO CONTRIBUTED THEIR TIME. WE HAD A SURPRISINGLY SMALL AMOUNT OF CRASHES CONSIDERING THE LARGE AMOUNT OF KIDS WHO ATTENDED. WE HOPE YOU ALL HAD A GREAT TIME OVER THE HOLIDAYS. As you all know Ian was very unwell on the last day (Show Off Day) Please keep your eye s on all social media, posters and s advising of the new time and date. 16

TUESDAY 23 AUGUST WESTONIA CRC 9.30 to pm

3rd August 2016 A FREE JOINT PUBLICATION BY WESTONIA CRC & THE SHIRE OF WESTONIA TUESDAY 23 AUGUST WESTONIA CRC 9.30 to 4-4.30pm KEEP THIS DAY FREE, YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS IT This is very exciting,