General

A pre-emptive, total Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban (HVMB) has been declared for the entire Shire of Murray including the use or operation of engines, vehicles, plant or machinery, between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm for the following dates

The Shire of Waroona together with the State Government is urging all Western Australians to create a bushfire plan.

The Shire of Waroona invites artists to take part in a two-and-a half hour quick draw competition as part of the ‘Live at the Weir’ event.

Pursuant to section 6.19 of the Local Government Act 1995 notice is hereby given that Council, at their December 2021 Ordinary Council meeting, resolved to amend the Fees and Charges for the 2021/22 Financial Year as follows: Imposition of an additional single bin service fee; • Additional 240 litre recycling collection (fortnightly) at $110 per year. • Additional 240 litre general waste collection (weekly) at $225 per year. The new charge is effective as of 23 December 2021. A copy of the amended 2021/2022 Fees and Charges can be found on Councils website www.waroona.wa.gov.au MARK GOODLET CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Bulk Rubbish Collection Complete The Shire of Waroona’s biennial bulk rubbish collection is now complete. This year, which was the first time the collection has been carried out by a contractor rather than by Shire crews, was completed in 7 days which included a quick second sweep of all areas to collect anything missed in the first pick up. Shire staff are very happy with the outcome and feel that the switch to using a contractor has been a complete success. The next collection will be approximately two years from now. Dates will be advised well in advance. The Shire would like to thank those that participated for following the guidelines and accepting the changed timing of the collection.

Routine testing of the Drakesbrook Weir water quality has been carried out as part of the normal testing regime of our open waters.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Department of Transport Licensing is closed today, Friday, 10th December 2021.

Live@theWeir returns in 2022 with good vibes, live music, art, culture and entertainment at the idyllic waterside setting of Drakesbrook Weir.

VOLUNTEERS are people with extraordinary hearts. They offer the gift of their time to learn, to listen, to help, to inspire, to build, to grow and to teach. They expect no pay, yet the value of their work knows no limit. They have planted seeds of love in countless lives.

A joint Murray-Waroona Local Emergency Management Arrangements (LEMA) and Local Recovery Plan (LRP) is currently being prepared, following the amalgamation of the Shire of Murray and Shire of Waroona Local Emergency Management Committees in December, 2020.

AMENDMENTS TO THE 2021/2022 SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES Pursuant to section 6.19 of the Local Government Act 1995 notice is hereby given that Council, at their November 2021 Ordinary Council meeting, resolved to amend the Fees & Charges for the 2021/2022 Financial Year as follows:

The Shire wishes to advise residents of Preston Beach that the annual closure of the green waste disposal area will again be in place between 15 December 2021 and 15 March 2022. Residents are encouraged to use the Buller Road Refuse Disposal Facility during this time.

In 2020/21, faced with obsolete and unrepairable gas barbecues, the Shire of Waroona made the decision to apply to Western Power to have electricity connected to the recreation area of the Drakesbrook Weir. The connection to power will allow not only the installation of modern electric barbecues but will also open up other opportunities such as events, lighting and parks reticulation. Due to circumstances beyond the Shire’s control the installation of the new power, which is Western Power’s responsibility, faced a number of delays however Western Power has indicated that works have been scheduled and should be complete by the end of January 2022. It is unfortunate that barbeque facilities won’t be available for the Christmas and New Year period however the Shire will endeavour to have the barbeques set up and ready for when Western Power commissions the power connection.

Thanks to sponsorship from the Shire of Waroona, the Peel Bright Minds – Trail Blazer initiative is FREE to a Waroona participant with all expenses covered including meals, accommodation and activities. Trail Blazers is a mentorship program designed for young people who are keen to learn new things (especially in the areas of science, technology or engineering), expand their comfort zone, develop their leadership skills, meet new friends and unlock the on-going support of mentors. It features a five-night residential summer camp which is packed full of challenges, guest speakers, workshops and activities that teach important life, leadership and STEM skills.

Do you know how to obtain your free proof of your COVID-19 vaccination, and how to help customers, family and friends get theirs? Your COVID-19 digital certificate and immunisation history statement both show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status in Australia. The quickest and easiest way for you to get proof of your COVID-19 vaccination is by downloading the Express Plus Medicare app. All you need to do is make sure you have a myGov account set up with Medicare linked.

Applications are invited from an enthusiastic and dedicated person from the community to fill one (1) position as community representative on the Alcoa Waroona Sustainability Fund Advisory Committee for a two (2) year term.

Guests were delighted by the warm and inviting atmosphere, delectable finger food and spectacular grazing table at the Peel CCI Business After Hours event, hosted by the Shire of Waroona on Wednesday 20 October.

Are you a community or health service provider operating in the Peel region? Help the Peel Community Development Group supported by the Peel Development Commission and the Peel Alliance, to identify priority action areas to create positive change for the people of Peel.

At Council’s Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 26th October, reelected Councillors Mike Walmsley and Naomi Purcell together with newly elected Councillors Dion Pisconeri and Ryan Woodbury were sworn in for a term of 4 years. Congratulations to all on their appointments.

The Shire of Waroona is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Mark Goodlet to the role of Chief Executive Officer following his endorsement at the October ordinary council meeting.