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September 2020 Reef to Range 2 Onslow Gym 4 Manuwarra Community Information 6 Science Week 7 Red Dog Highway Food Safety 8 officially opened BLUE 10

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With stage three of the previously-named local indigenous heritage and the 2.5 hours as well as improve road safety, Tom to Karratha Road completed Premier name was proposed by the Yindjibarndi travel efficiency and accessibility to our region. Mark McGowan, Minister for Transport Aboriginal Corporation. Rita Saffioti and Lands and Aboriginal Manuwarra translates to ‘heaps’ or ‘masses’ This activity met Community Goal 2 of Affairs Minister Ben Wyatt visited the and is the local name for the place known as the Strategic Community Pilbara to officially rename and open Red Dog Gorge, which is located inside the Plan, Economic Manuwarra Red Dog Highway. Shire’s Millstream Chichester National Park. Prosperity. The Shire of Ashburton has advocated In late 2019 the Shire consulted with This activity met Community Goal 4 of for the sealing of vital connecting road for community members on a proposal to the Strategic Community many years and identified that the sealing change the name and using local place Plan, Quality Services of this road has massive economic and names and aboriginal references was and Infrastructure. tourism benefits for our Shire as well as commonly acknowledged. enhancing the livability for residents in terms Stage 4 is expected to commence in 2022. This activity met Community Goal 5 of of accessibility and connectivity. When complete the sealed highway is the Strategic Community Shire President Kerry White said she was expected to reduce travel times between Plan, Inspiring pleased that the new name considers the Tom Price and Karratha by up to Governance.

Inside Ashburton | September 2020 | 1 2020 Reef to Range photo competition open

Working with Tom Price Visitor Centre, The historic coastal town of Onslow is on social media, @tompricevisitorcentre we are looking for your best photos from surrounded by beaches and is one of a few (Facebook and Instagram) and use the our vibrant region as part of our Reef to places where you can watch both sunrise hashtag #reeftorangephotocomp. Range photo competition for 2020. and sunset, and features a handful of Competition closes at 5pm Monday 23 Ancient landscapes, unique wildlife and popular fishing spots and is the gateway to November 2020 and terms and conditions intense gorges make up the full reef to the Mackerel Islands. and entry form are available on range experience offered in our Shire, with The four tallest mountains in WA, all www.ashburton.wa.gov.au and sparkling blue oceans and spectacular of which are located in Ashburton - www.tomprice.org.au. red earth ranges all in one locality make Mt Nameless, Mt Bruce, Mt Sheila and Ashburton a true natural adventure through Mt Meharry, all providing breathtaking views This activity met Community Goal 1 of vastly different landscapes and unique and vast scenery. the Strategic Community experiences. Explore the rich red rock gorges waterfalls Plan, Vibrant and We want both visitors and community and lush greenery of Karijini while Active Communities. members to show their most stunning after dusk, the night skies offer a truly photo that captures the spirit of Ashburton This activity met Community Goal 3 of and the Pilbara. spectacular sight. the Strategic Community We are looking for up to 12 winners that will Consider Karijini National Park, Millstream Plan, Unique Heritage Chichester National Park, The Montebello form a 2021 Calendar and also share in a and Environment. and Mackerel Islands which offer diverse and total of $3,600 prize money. incredible landscapes and land formations. We encourage you to post your photos

2 | Inside Ashburton | September 2020 Tom Price Childcare Centre Update

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Funding has been secured for at the October Ordinary Meeting of This activity met Community Goal 1 of the highly anticipated Tom Price Council. the Strategic Community Childcare Centre between Shire of We are working towards a Plan, Vibrant and Ashburton and Rio Tinto. construction start date of March Active Communities. A request for tender is open for both 2021 and expect practical This activity met Community Goal 4 of the design and construction, as well completion, handover and facility the Strategic Community as a tender for a centre operator with opening early 2022. Plan, Quality Services both contracts set to be awarded and Infrastructure.

This activity met Community Goal 1 of This activity met Community Goal 3 of the Strategic Community the Strategic Community Plan, Vibrant and Plan, Unique Heritage Active Communities. and Environment.

Inside Ashburton | September 2020 | 3 Progression of Onslow Gym and Childcare facilities

Funding has been secured to progress This activity met Community Goal 1 of This activity met Community Goal 4 of the extension of the gym and childcare the Strategic Community the Strategic Community facilities in Onslow. Plan, Vibrant and Plan, Quality Services Shire President Kerry White said she Active Communities. and Infrastructure. was happy the Shire is delivering on its commitment to the community and acknowledged the financial contribution through our community partner Chevron and the State Government through the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI). The Onslow Gym and Childcare project involves relocating the existing gym to extend the facilities and services offered by the One Tree childcare centre. The new modular gymnasium when completed will form part of a larger sporting precinct in one area with shared car parking for the sports club, tennis courts, gymnasium and oval. We recognise the demand for childcare across all towns in our Shire and are satisfied by extending the current facility there will be the capacity to cater for additional places within the centre. The Shire of Ashburton is committed to creating vibrant and active communities that have access to a range of quality services including childcare, healthcare and youth services as well as providing a range of sustainable services Photo credit - Shire of Ashburton and facilities for the community.

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4 | Inside Ashburton | September 2020 Dog and cat registrations are now due

All pets must be registered before October 31st • Under the Dog Act 1976, all dogs over three (3) months of age must be microchipped and registered before October 31st • Under the Cat Act 2011, all cats over the age of six (6) months of age must be sterilised, microchipped and registered before October 31st • Proof of sterilisation along with microchip details must be presented to the Shires admin officers when registering your pet(s) • On the spot fines can be issued for failing to register, microchip or sterilise your pet(s) • Fines of $200 per offence can be issued for noncompliance under these “Acts.”

REGISTRATION FEES: UNSTERILISED DOGS: CATS: 1 Year $50 N/A 3 Years $120 N/A Lifetime $250 N/A STERILISED DOGS: CATS: 1 Year $20 $20 3 Years $42.50 $42.50 Lifetime $100 $100 All Pensioners 50% receive off regular fees.

For additional information please contact your local Shire of Ashburton Administrative Office Tom Price: 9188 4444 Paraburdoo: 9190 2220 Onslow: 9184 6001 Pannawonica: 9134 9501 www.ashburton.wa.gov.au

Inside Ashburton | September 2020 | 5 Community Information Sessions Tom Price and Onslow Community members are invited These sessions follow a successful to attend community information community update in Onslow in August. sessions presented by the Shire of Stay tuned to our website and Facebook Ashburton in both Tom Price and for event updates and further information. Onslow. We will be discussing the latest projects that are currently underway This activity met Community Goal 1 of and those that will soon be initiated the Strategic Community as well as updating the community on Plan, Vibrant and our focus for the year ahead including Active Communities. strategies for engage with all members of our community. This activity met Community Goal 2 of the Strategic Community Representatives from a number of Plan, Economic stakeholders will also be in attendance Prosperity. and providing an update on their respective areas on the following: This activity met Community Goal 5 of The Tom Price session will take place the Strategic Community on Monday 12 October and the Plan, Inspiring Onslow event on Monday 2 November. Governance. Tom Price Primary School Mural Earlier this year Council supported Tom Price Primary School to transform some boundary walls that were getting some unwelcome attention. During August students put their paint brushes to work and the result is amazing. The mural concepts were designed in consultation with IBN and Gumala and pay respect to the people of Guruma Country, the Yinhawangka, Banyjima and Nyiyaparli. This activity met Community Goal 1 of the Strategic Community Plan, Vibrant and Active Communities.

6 | Inside Ashburton | September 2020 Science Week at our libraries Libraries across the Shire celebrated National Science Week 2020 from 15 - 23 August under the theme of the Deep Blue: innovations for the future of our oceans. Children of all ages attended, participating in experiences using kinetic sand, colour, glitter and water and learned about the ocean

Inside Ashburton | September 2020 | 7 Preventing mosquito-borne diseases Throughout the year, Shire’s Environmental Health team work to reduce adult mosquito numbers in town by implementing a range of mosquito control strategies. The most effective way to avoid being bitten is to cover up with light loose clothing and/or using mosquito repellent with DEET when out and about - particularly during the hours of dusk and dawn when biting mosquitoes are usually active. In , mosquitoes can transmit Ross River virus, Barmah Forest virus, Kunjin virus and the potentially fatal Murray Valley Encephalitis virus. There is currently no cure or vaccine for any of these diseases. The only way to prevent infection is to avoid being bitten. Residents can minimise mosquito breeding around the home by taking some simple steps such as: - Dispose of all containers which hold water - Stock ornamental ponds with fish and keep vegetation away from the water’s edge - Keep swimming pools well chlorinated, filtered and free of dead leaves - Fill or drain depressions in the ground that hold water - Fit mosquito proof covers to vent pipes on septic tank systems. Seal This activity met Community Goal 1 of all gaps around the lid to ensure leach drains are completely covered the Strategic Community - Screen rainwater tanks with insect proof mesh, including inlet, overflow and inspection ports Plan, Vibrant and - Ensure guttering does not hold water Active Communities. - Empty pot plans drip trays once a week or fill them with sand This activity met Community Goal 4 of - Empty and clean animal and pet drinking water bowls once a week. the Strategic Community If you are concerned about a potential mosquito breeding source Plan, Quality Services please contact the Shire on 08 9188 4444. and Infrastructure.

Despite three-quarters of people thinking they handle food safely; Food safety the majority of food poisoning happens at home. Contact the Correctly preparing, cooking and storing food in the home is the simplest way to Shire 24/7 avoid food poisoning. • Clean: Always clean your hands, bench tops and utensils properly. • Separate: Keep raw foods (meat, chicken, seafood and eggs) separate from ready-to-eat food. • Cook: Cook food until it is steaming hot throughout. • Chill: Avoid the temperature danger zone – keep cold foods cold, in the fridge or freezer.

This activity met Community Goal 1 of the Strategic Community Plan, Vibrant and Shire Administration Active Communities. Tom Price: 9188 4444

Cleaning your hands, utensils and This activity met Community Goal 4 of Paraburdoo: 9190 2220 benchtops with hot soapy water before, during and after cooking the Strategic Community Pannawonica: 9134 9501 food is a simple way to prevent bacteria spreading. Plan, Quality Services Onslow: 9184 6001 Search HealthyWA for tips. and Infrastructure.

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We are proud to be collaborating to Entries for art pieces are now open Sporting Club Inc., Shire of Ashburton and deliver BLUE. The 2020 Visual Art Award and close on 14 October. For full community partners Rio Tinto. terms and conditions contact Jo on and Auction will take place on Saturday This activity met Community Goal 1 of 17 October in support of Mental Health [email protected]. the Strategic Community Week, with all funds raised go towards Supported by Pannawonica Craft Club. Plan, Vibrant and the Pannawonica Men’s Shed. Pannawonica Men’s Shed, Pannawonica Active Communities.

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September 2020

Date Event Location SEPTEMBER 17 September Teddy Bear Picnic Pannawonica 17 September Managing Conflict and Difficult People Workshop Tom Price 18 September Panna Chats Pannawonica 18 September Movie Night Onslow 21 September Mindful Mediation Onslow 23 September Youth Yoga Onslow 25 September Swimming Pools open full-time All towns 25 September Play in the Park Tom Price 25 September Panna Chats Pannwonica 26 September Toy Library Come & Play Morning Tea Paraburdoo 28 September Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday All towns 29 September – 9 October School Holiday Program All towns OCTOBER 7 October Onslow Keepers Onslow 12 October Tom Price Community Information Session Tom Price 13 October Ordinary Meeting of Council Tom Price 17 October Gala Event Onslow 17 October BLUE Visual Art Awards and Auction Pannawonica 20 October Managing Conflict and Difficult People Workshop Pannawonica NOVEMBER 2 November Onslow Community Information Session Onslow 4 November Onslow Keepers Onslow 8 November – 14 November NAIDOC Week All towns 11 November Remembrance Day All towns 12 November Managing Conflict and Difficult People Workshop Paraburdoo 20 November Movie Night Onslow Inside Ashburton Publication is produced by the Shire of Ashburton. Editor: Alison Lennon Administration Editorial contributors: Shire of Ashburton Staff Photo contributors: Shire of Ashburton Centre Template Design: Design Collision Issue Design & Printing: Advance Press Poinciana Street, Tom Price WA 6751 If you have a story for the next “Inside Ashburton” contact [email protected] PO Box 567 Phone: (08) 9188 4444 Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/shireofashburton Freecall: 1800 679 232 Fax: (08) 9189 2252 DISCLAIMER: This newsletter is for general information purposes only. The views expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of the Shire of Ashburton. The Shire has taken all measures to ensure the contents in this publication is correct, however it accepts Freecall Fax: 1800 655 086 no responsibility for the accuracy or the completeness of the material. Readers are advised not to rely solely on this information when making any decision. The Shire of Ashburton reserves the right to change the publication as it sees fit. The Shire of Ashburton disclaims Email: [email protected] any responsibility or duty of care towards any person for loss or damage suffered as a result of this newsletter. COPYRIGHT: The contents of this newsletter are subject to copyright under the laws of Australia. The copyright in materials in this newsletter as a whole is owned by the Shire of Ashburton. Third parties may own the copyright in some materials incorporated into this www.ashburton.wa.gov.au newsletter. In reference to the Copyright Act 1968, please feel free to reproduce parts of this newsletter for personal, educational or any other non-commercial purposes, provided that the Shire is aware of this.

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