New edition of popular Inland to Ocean resource launched

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We often hear about the need for our children to connect with nature, and to gain an understanding and appreciation of their natural world – far away from their smartphones, computer screens and video games.

Fortunately, there are solutions, guides, resources and packages that can help with these goals – including … drum roll… NACC’s very own contribution – Inland to Ocean.

Primary schools across the Northern Agricultural Region have recently been provided with a new, free, and revamped version of the environmental education resource for their use.

Inland to Ocean is a workbook resource developed for primary schools in the Northern Agricultural Region, with a particular focus on educating Year 4-6 students about the environment.

The workbook approaches local environmental topics and engages young people to look after our natural assets from an early age, through fun, hands-on activities.

Ultimately, Inland to Ocean aims to promote environmental stewardship and the sustainable use of our natural resources.

“Inland to Ocean has been updated over the past year by Ingrid Jansen from the WordFarm and myself, to improve the content and quality of this workbook,” said NACC’s Social Science Research Officer Rolan Deutekom.

“Resources and activities have been simplified and local examples highlighted for students and teachers, and best of all, it fits with the Australian Education Curriculum.

“The package is straight-forward and teachers can easily identify a suitable activity that fits with curriculum requirements.”

The 2016 workbook edition is being released this week to coincide with the commencement of the 2016 school year, and already has many schools excited to use it.

Inland to Ocean is already being used as a helpful environmental resource in the region, and will be distributed electronically to a number of teachers this week.

For more information about the resource, or to get a hard copy, contact NACC on 9938 0100, or visit the Inland to Ocean website directly for your free download of the Inland to Ocean 2016 edition: http://inlandtoocean.com.au/ .

Agriculture and adaptation the hot topic for farming future Forum

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Undertaking agriculture in a warmer and drier landscape will be the subject of most interest to the participants at the inaugural Productive Farming Future Forum – being held in Coorow on 10 February 2016.

The forum program will feature a cross-section of leading scientists and innovative farmers discussing how a changing climate will impact agriculture in the Northern Agricultural Region.

The event, hosted by the Northern Agricultural Catchments Council (NACC), will also feature, as the forum’s keynote speaker, Major General The Honourable Michael Jeffery, who will present on the importance of maintaining soil health in the face of a changing climate.

Other speakers who are sure to attract considerable interest include Bureau of Meteorology’s Glen Cook, discussing changing weather patterns; University of Western Australia’s Theo Evans on how termites and ants can improve soil productivity, and a number of innovative farmers sharing their personal experiences of adapting to our changing conditions.

One of the landholder case studies, Stuart McAlpine, will discuss changes with his on-farm practices related to land use and productivity in changing conditions in the Northern Agricultural Region.

Event spokesperson and NACC Regional Landcare Facilitator Stanley Yokwe said: “We are privileged to bring some of our country’s outstanding speakers – including the keynote speaker and soil health advocate Major General The Honourable Michael Jeffery – to the region to participate in this forum.”

“It is important to share with members of our farming community practical and innovative experiences being developed and implemented by local farmers seeking productive and sustainable farming options for adapting to a changing climate in the region.

“Anecdotal evidence and research reports have confirmed that our region has become significantly drier and warmer over the past 40 years. The reports have clearly shown that our region is suffering from declining winter rainfall, heat stress and frost risk.

“These changes are creating great challenges for our farming community and indeed the entire agriculture sector, so it is important to have events like this forum to provide our landholders and industry people with more evidence-based information on the best available options to cope with the vagaries of climate change.”

From climate modelling to discussions about innovative ways to use non-productive land, the forum aims to provide farmers with positive options and solutions for climate adaptation.

The Productive Farming Future Forum will be held on Wednesday, 10 February 2016, at the Coorow District Hall, from 9.45am to 3.30pm.

The event is free, however registrations are essential for catering purposes.

To register, visit the Eventbrite link, or for more information about the event, please contact NACC’s Regional Landcare Facilitator at Stanley.Yokwe@nacc.com.au or call 9938 0105.

This forum is funded by the Australian Government’s NRM Planning for Climate Change Fund, the Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme, and the Western Australian Royalties for Regions. It is supported by the Mid West Science Engagement Group and Inspiring Australia.

Funtavia Mania Hits Geraldton

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Funtavia mania has hit Geraldton.

With the Opening night nearly sold out, tickets are racing out the door as locals lap up the chance to access world-class never-seen-before-in-Geraldton dazzling performances in their home town on February 12 and 13.

The regional Fringe World ‘hub’ event brings international, national and local performers to Geraldton in a brilliant line-up of side splitting performances.

Funtavia organisers Event Nation and Geraldton Comedy Emporium are urging interested people to book fast to ensure their spot.

“We’re so excited about bringing an event of this calibre to the Geraldton event calendar and don’t won’t people to miss out,” Event Nation managing director Jodi Reilly said.

“And we’ve organised it so that seating is not set – you simply select your seat at the show, so you don’t need to wait for your mates to book their tickets in a group. Everyone just jumps online and gets their tickets individually and meets up in the Baba Marda Pop-up-bar and food arena.”

Ms Reilly said three shows would run concurrently on the Saturday night so Funtavia-goers would need to choose the shows they’d most like to see and book accordingly.

But she said two Funtavia highlights – ‘What the Funtavia?’ and the ‘RED FM Late Night Lock In’ offered such stand-out hilarity that they would be presented as stand-alone events (and not at the same time as other shows).

“We’ve got an awesome mix of local, national and international talent so be sure to jump online and book the shows you’d most like to see,” Ms Reilly said.

‘What the Funtavia?’ offers a tasting plate of the best international, national and local performers as the world's biggest acts come crashing into Geraldton, while the ‘RED FM Late Night Lock In’ is a half show, half closing party featuring all the best acts from Funtavia in one room.

Other shows include a cabaret-comedy performance by Die RotenPunkte from Berlin, a stand-up comedy performance by acclaimed entertainer Umit Bali and stand-up comedy by award-winning WA comedians Brodi Snook, Cameron McLarenand Matt Storer.

There’s also a Regional WA Comedy Showcase, a side-splitting theatrical production Fat Girls in Bike Shorts and outrageous musical theatre with original songs by Keira Daley (LadyNerd), Mark Simpson (Hairspray), and musical director Steven Kreamer (The Drowsy Chaperone).

Funtavia patrons and others can also attend the Baba Mardapop up Bar and Food arena, to wet their whistles, top up their tummiesand chill out and enjoy live music, entertainment and a game of Pong!

The baba Marda pop-up bar and food arena will be open from Friday February 12 from 5.30pm (come down for dinner and some awesome tunes) and Saturday from 4.30pm with Local lady Beck Tuesley releasing her debut CD.

For more information and to book tickets visit www.funtavia.com

10 Pointers for Anyone Moving to Geraldton

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Pic: Travis Petford

So, you’re making the move to the seaside city of Geraldton, right?  

Firstly, a very big welcome.  Geraldton is a Port city with a population of almost 40,000 people, 4.5 hours North of Perth.  We have agriculture.  We have fishing.  We have water sports.  We have wind.  Lots and lots of wind.  

If you’re new to town, here are ten must-read pointers on our fair city that will help you navigate and work out where things are and what  

1. The Geraldton Visitor Centre is located at 246 Marine TCE and is a MUST for people who are new or visiting our city.  They have a wealth of information, and friendly staff who are always quick to lend a helping hand.  You can ask them anything and they will do their best to accommodate. 

2. Geraldton has two hospitals, the Geraldton Regional Hospital which is located on Shenton St, and St John of God Healthcare, which can be found on Hermitage St.  Panaceum Group has after hours consults available (call 99208111 to book), otherwise you can report to the Emergency Department at the Regional hospital. 

3. If you need to buy a loaf of bread when you get here, there are many excellent supermarkets to choose from: 

  • Queens Supa IGA- 79 Durlacher St
  • Rigter’s Supa IGA- 179 Durlacher St (Open 7 Days) 
  • Wonthella Supa IGA- Fifth St, Wonthella (Open 7 Days) 
  • Glenfield IGA- Chapman Valley Rd, Glenfield (Open 7 Days) 
  • Mt Tarcoola IGA- Paringa St, Mt Tarcoola (Open 7 Days) 
  • Woolworths- Centro Stirlings, Chapman Rd 
  • Coles- Centro Northgate, Chapman Rd 

4. The Geraldton Foreshore is a must see.  There are cafes, a beautiful path to walk or bike ride, various sculptures, an enclosed playground, great beaches, a monitored Surf Lifesaving tower and plenty of space for picnics and barbecues.  Please note, dogs are not allowed on the Geraldton Foreshore. 

5. If you are keen on an insight into Geraldton history, including shipwrecks such as the Batavia and the Zeewijk, the culture of the Yamaji people, the local flora and fauna and marine life and the discovery of the HMAS Sydney, the Geraldton Museum is absolutely fantastic and worth a look.  They are open 7 days a week from 9:30-4pm and run school holiday programs for the kids as well.  

6. The local police- the Geraldton Police Station can be directly contacted on 99234555. 

7. Our city has a variety of different markets which range in fresh produce and local arts and crafts. 

  • The Farmer’s Markets are held every Saturday morning in Maitland Park from 8am-12pm.   
  • The Platform Markets are held at the old railway station, Chapman Rd, Sunday mornings from 8am-12pm.  A great place to stock up on wonderful cheeses, hobby crafts and fresh local food, fruit and veg. 
  • The Craft Markets run on Marine TCE on the first and the fourth Sunday of each month from 8am-12pm. 
  • Geraldton Lion’s Community Markets are held at the Bill Sewell Complex on the second Sunday of each month from 8am-12pm.  Stall fees contribute to renovating the Settlement buildings. 

8. Geraldton has an exclusive type of sea hare known as Aplysia Gigantean which wash up on the beaches regularly during the Summer months and can be dangerous if your family dog goes near them.  If you suspect your pet has had contact with one of these, please get in touch with a local vet right away. 

9. There are some wonderful things to do in Geraldton.  These include the Greenough Wilflife Park, Lavender Valley Farm, Oakabella Homestead, The HMAS Sydney Memorial, the Greenough Hamlet, Orana Cinemas and some amazing beaches catering to your needs.  A list of the best beaches in Geraldton can be found here http://www.cgg.wa.gov.au/play/sports-recreation/beaches.aspx. 

10. Geraldton is the fourth windiest city in the world.  Great for kitesurfing, not so fantastic for your washing though.    

So, once again, on behalf of the city of Geraldton we welcome you.  I have fallen in love with this place over the past ten years and I hope you get as much out of it as I have.   

Another ATC Midwest Apprentice Wins National Award for 2015

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Deland Lovrenovich (left) was joined by CJD Equipment Midwest General Manager, Bruce Walton (right).

ATC Midwest 1st Year Apprentice Deland Lovrenovich, hosted by CJD Equipment took out the CJD Equipment national award for first year apprentices across Australia for 2015. Del was up against 16 other apprentices in his category. 

“We at CJD Geraldton are pleased to announce apprentice Deland Lovrenovich was recently awarded CJD Equipment’s 1st Year Apprentice of the Year. Deland is an extremely hard worker in both the workshop and the class room and we are very proud of his accomplishment” said CJD Equipment Geraldton General Manager Bruce Walton. “Deland is just one example of the quality apprentices and trainees we see come through ATC Midwest. The support they provide to both the apprentices and the employer goes a long way to ensure the success of these young people.” Mr. Walton added. 

“Del is an exceptional young man who has worked hard to achieve this great national honour within CJD Equipment” ATC Midwest General Manager Dave Clare said. “Thanks to the leadership of Bruce Walton, CJD here in the Midwest have gone against the grain and partnered with us as a local Not for Profit.  This award is a reflection of our Quality Outcome Model© in action. With a quality host employer, a quality candidate and quality training, ATC Midwest can proudly assist CJD with engaging, inspiring and developing tomorrow’s leading workforce in the Midwest” Mr Clare added. 

CJD Equipment Pty Ltd partners with world leading manufacturers to offer a diverse range of quality trucks and construction equipment including earthmoving machinery supporting a variety of industries.

Geraldton Mount Magnet Road Closure

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The City advises the Geraldton Mount Magnet Road (Southern Transport Corridor) will be temporarily closed between the North West Coastal Highway and Goulds Road on 27 and 28 January 2016 to enable the safe lifting of the Abraham Street bridge segments over the road.

The road will be fully closed to all vehicular traffic from both directions on Wednesday 27 January from 0.00hrs till 23.59hrs on Thursday 28 January.

A detour will be in place at Utakarra Road to ensure motorists have continued access to the Meru Waste Disposal Facility and the Southern Transport Corridor east of Edward Road.

Traffic management will be in place during the hours of the road closure. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to exercise caution and obey all warning signs and direction from authorised City personnel and contractors.

For more information on the road closure or detour please contact the City’s Project Manager, Moneer Fates, at 9956 6600.

The City regrets any inconvenience and will endeavour to keep disruptions to a minimum.

Midwest Fishing report by Tackleworld Geraldton

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OFF SHORE

With a good run of weather, it has allowed the boaties to get out to their favourite spots and you need not travel far to catch a feed, with good fish coming from close to town, with Bald chin groper Cod and coral trout all getting caught around the 5mile marks and Point Moore, if you’re after a feed of Dhu fish or Pink Snapper nor-west of town from 10-15mile

Spanish Mackerel have started to appear inside the 5mile buoy, along with Yellow Fin and Long Tail Tuna

Cobia have been caught in most locations from Geraldton to the islands  

HANIS WITH HIS PB DHU FISH AT 15KG NICE BUD

AINDAL WITH A CRACKIN COD TAKEN ON THE SQUIDGIE WHIP BAIT

HANIS JIGGING UP A NICE COBIA ON THE NEW ENTICE FLOP JIG

AS MAN WITH A NICE IN SHORE COD

JAZALI DOING HIS THING WITH A NICE DHUIE TAKEN ON A JIG

RIVERS

Greenough river has some nice size Whiting and Tailor caught around the mouth,  angler have been also getting a feed of prawn, Chapman river is also fish well with catch and release angler catching good size bream to 40cm on lure and plastics

KORIE WITH A COUPLE OF NICE BREAM

BEACHES

Taiolr Herring and Whiting can be found from Greenough, Tarcoola Point moore and Drummond Cove with Buller river being the best location,Cobia have been caught at South Gate and a big 150cm mollaway at drummonds which would weigh around 34kg.

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The Croquetwest State Handicap Singles

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The Croquetwest State Handicap Singles were held in Geraldton on the 8th, 9th and 10th January 2016. A Geraldton Croquet Club player, Paul Christmass topped the list in the round robin draw of 17 games. Second place was held by Martin Clarke from Mandurah, a regular player in the state squad.

Martin Clarke, left above, won the competition, defeating Paul Christmass, pictured at right, in a best of three games playoff. Martin began his croquet playing career at Geraldton Croquet Club.

Visiting Players

l-r Owen Keane (East Fremantle), Ed Parravicini (Forrest Park), Torben Bek (Forrest Park), Martin Clarke (Mandurah), John Doepel (Forrest Park), and Dorothy Bull from York.

Rankings at completion of round robin series

The Geraldton Croquet Club thanks the many members who dressed courts, provided wonderful afternoon teas, set up the clubrooms for our dinners, prepared excellent meals, provided refereeing services and managed the competition. Well done all! You have done the club proud.

Martin Clarke playing a jump shot in the final against Paul Christmass.

Footpath renewal works on Chapman Road

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The City of Greater Geraldton wishes to advise that footpath renewal works will be carried out on a section of Chapman Road footpath between Smith Street and Davis Street, Bluff Point with works programmed to commence during the week of 4 January 2016 for a period of approximately 17 days. 

The works include removing the 1.2m wide slab path and replacing it with a user friendly concrete path. The works will require some sections of the foot path and some driveways to be partially or fully closed at times to pedestrian and vehicle traffic.

These works are part of $1,175,739 allocated in the 2015/16 Budget for the renewal of footpaths which will see approximately 3kms of the footpath network replaced. 

The anticipated hours of work will be between from 6am to 6pm.

The City requests motorists and pedestrians to exercise caution and obey all warning signs and direction from authorised City personnel and contractors.

The City regrets any inconvenience and will endeavour to keep disruptions to a minimum.

Please direct all enquiries to Mr Pino Faraone, on (08) 9965 6714 or 0409 378 242

Amoebae at Ellendale Pool & Greenough River

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The City of Greater Geraldton is issuing a warning to exercise caution when swimming or engaging in water activities at Ellendale Pool and the Greenough River.

Results of water samples taken from these water bodies last week during routine sampling indicated Amoebae detected at both sites. 

Infection by amoebae can lead to illnesses such as amoebic meningitis, which causes inflammation of the brain. Amoebic meningitis occurs only if water containing active amoebae goes up the nose. Water activities such as fishing and canoeing have a lower chance of infection, while activities where a person’s head is submerged such as swimming would present a higher risk. Don’t allow the water to go up your nose forcefully or sniff into your nose whilst swimming in contaminated water. 

Permanent health warning signs exist at Ellendale Pool and sites along the Chapman and Greenough River’s warning of this risk. 

More information can be found on the WA Public Health website www.public.health.wa.gov.au

It's Our Business

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Sadly, not many people take an interest in Local Government. It’s a bit like the Melbourne Cup, where once a year the nation comes to a stop. In the case of Local Government, it is when the rates come out and everyone stops in shock at the increase. But, as rate payers, we really should take more of an interest. Because if one thinks about it, we invest a considerable amount of money each year through our rates and for that investment we want a decent return. I think the other mistake we can make is that we don’t see our City as a business, but it is. The City’s budget expenditure for 2015/16 is around $80,000,000 which is a decent amount of money. And for that reason we need the business to perform at its best.

So to be honest, I’m writing this letter to myself. I’ve jumped up and down about Council decisions and about rate rises in the past but what have I achieved? Not a lot. So this is the reason why I am standing for the Tarcoola Ward.

So here’s my spiel. I’m not going to make a lot of promises about things/issues that I have little control over. If elected, I will be one person with one vote. But, what I will promise, is that any of my votes and decisions will be well considered and for the betterment for the majority of the community not just a few. 

Finally, I with the help of a friend, created a Facebook page, ‘Fred for the Tarcoola Community’. If want to ask me any questions or start a discussion please ask to be added as a friend.

Happy Christmas

Fred Block
Written and Authorised by Fred Block
153 Gregory Street Geraldton WA 6530

Nukara Music Festival

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The first round of the next Nukara Music Festival Earlybird Tickets have just been released with most of the acts confirmed for the 11th Nukara Music Festival on Saturday 19thMarch 2016. 

Donna, Phil and James are excited to be bringing to the next Nukara Music Festival some class acts from around the country, Including the amazing Pierce Brothers (who made a huge impression in the West earlier this year supporting Dan Sultan), some wild flamenco from Kallidad that even the meek will be up dancing to, sweet folk/roots with Hussy Hicks, funk/soul from Katie J White and some Americana/blues from the US with Bret Mosley. 

Eleven years and attracting an audience from not only Western Australia but further afield to the far reaches of Australia and many varied countries with people making this unique boutique music festival in the lush bush in the Chapman Valley near Geraldton Western Australia an annual pilgrimage due to the relatively small audience, beautiful setting and great performers from around the globe. 

Tickets are available from Geraldton CD Centre (Ph 0899214821) or online from Ticketbooth https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/nukara-music-festival-2016 

More info can be found at their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/nukaramusicfestival/?fref=ts

Midwest fishing report by Tackleworld Country

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WHARF AND MARINA

The Fisherman’s wharf is still producing good numbers of fish with Cod, Bream and Jack still on the bite, there are heaps of Chopper Tailor and Snook as well with the occasional 40+ Pinkies. Angler’s fishing with Deep Divers are pulling out big cod from the rocks, there is also reports of a few big Jacks coming from there as well.

PATRICK WITH A NICE COD TAKEN ON THE X-RAP SPLASH BAIT

PATRICK WITH ANOTHER COD ON THE STRADA DREDGE

JAME WITH HIS FIRST COD ON A LURE THE ZEREK PRAWN DOING THE DAMAGE

ROSNE WITH A NICE LAND BASE BLUE LINE EMPORER

RIVERS

Chapman River is fishing well with Giant Herring and Bream.

Greenough River is fishing well with Bream to 30cm feeding on prawn’sdown river. Schools of Tailor are cruising the river and growing rapidly,Whiting can be found on the flats around the mouth

BEACHES

Beaches are still fishing well with Tailor and Herring running from South Gates,Tarcoola beaches and Drummonds and Buller river.

Whiting and Bone fish have been caught from Sepparations Point, Pages and town beach, Buller River and Corronations. Tawhine to 45cm have been caught from Greenough and Sepparation Point reefs

A few reports of Mulloway coming from Buller River and Coronations 

MITCH WITH A WHITING TAKEN IN FLY


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20 ANZAC TERRACE GERALDTON WA
08 99216822

City seeks information on mobile phone Black Spots in Geraldton

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Do you live or work in an area of Greater Geraldton where there is limited or no mobile phone coverage? If so, the City wants know about it.

The City of Greater Geraldton is gathering information on the location of black spots to inform a submission it will be a making to Round 2 of the Federal Government’s Regional Mobile Coverage Project.

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor, Shane Van Styn, said identifying where black spots are located is essential to understanding the problem.

“Even though we live in a city, the inadequacy of the mobile phone coverage which includes not being able to make use of smart phones apps such as reading emails is still an issue,” he said.

“I have heard time and time again about black spots in and around the City but before anything can be done about it, the Federal Government needs to know exactly where these black spots are located.”

“To help identify black spot areas the City has developed an online survey and I encourage all Geraldton residents to take five minutes of their time to complete it before it closes on 21 December 2015.”

The survey can be found at www.surveymonkey.com/r/Geroblackspot

Alternatively, residents can also make their own submission before 31 December 2015 by contacting the Department of Communications and the Arts directly at https://www.communications.gov.au/what-we-do/phone/mobile-services-and-coverage/mobile-black-spot-programme/black-spot-nomination-form

Visitor Centre can now save lives!

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City of Greater Geraldton Mayor, Shane Van Styn, and Geraldton Pensioner Social Club President, Annie Smith-Townsend, receiving the Automated External Defibrillator from St John Ambulance Regional Manager Mid West, Lynne Hunt.

St John Ambulance Western Australia recently handed over an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to City of Greater Geraldton Mayor, Shane Van Styn, which will be housed at the Geraldton Visitor Centre.

The defibrillator was kindly donated to the Visitor Centre by the Geraldton Pensioners Social Club as a need to have more of the machines located in Geraldton was identified.

It will also be listed on the St John Ambulance Community First Responder System (CFRS), which creates a direct link between St John, the triple zero (000) call centre, local communities and organisations.

This direct link enables individuals to provide immediate assistance to cardiac arrest victims in that time critical period before an ambulance arrives – when it matters most. 

St John Ambulance Regional Manager Mid West, Lynne Hunt, said the news of having another defibrillator in Geraldton was wonderful.

“For every minute that a victim is not defibrillated, their chance of survival decreases by 10 per cent,” Ms Hunt said.

”By adding this machine to the St John Ambulance Community First Responder System in Geraldton we are significantly increasing the chance of survival and recovery for people who may enter sudden cardiac arrest.

“In 2014 the Community First Responder System had 871 locations operating across Western Australia and today we have more than 1065 locations, including 615 devices in regional WA.

“Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death across Australia. More people die from cardiac arrest annually than from road accidents and it can happen to anyone, of any age, at any time.

“These amazing machines can be used by anyone, regardless of previous training, because they are equipped with simple, easy-to-follow instructions.” 

The Community First Responder program enables bystanders to help save lives when someone suddenly suffers cardiac arrest.

When a person unexpectedly collapses, bystanders can phone 000 and request an ambulance.  The St John Ambulance State Operations Centre checks to see if the location is registered on the Community First Responder System.  The location is then called, the defibrillator retrieved and applied to the patient.

Midwest Fishing report by Tackleworld Geraldton

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WHARF AND MARINA

Marina wharf activity has increased lately with good size mangrove Jack and big Cod around the Wharf rock wall taking deep diving lures with bream and pinkies to 40cm as well Tailor and Snook are busting up bait around the wharf lights at night. The New marina is also fishing well with Diamond Trevally getting caught on lures big cod are also very active With herring and Snook also around

JACK BUY NAME JACK FISH AWSOME CATCH BUD

ROSNE WITH A IMPRESSIVE DIAMOND TREVALLY TAKEN ON A DUO SPEARHEAD

NICE COD TAKEN ON A STRADA 70MM DREDGE DEEP DIVER

BIG COD TAKEN ON LIGHT GEAR WITH THE SAMAKI VIBELICIOUS

RIVERS

Chapman river is still firing with lure angler doing well with Bream to 40cm still getting Released.Giang herring are still providing anglers with some entertaiment

JORDAN WITH A NICE DOUBLE FOR THE DAY WITH HIS 39CM PB BREAM AND A 36ER

IN SHORE

Kayak and Dingy angler have done well with whithing and Bone fish to 40cm coming from Sepporation Point and Drommonds cove, eplosives is holding big Tailor from the white wash, Sambos and amber Jacks have been hanging around the fish farms.

DAVE HOWIE WITH ONE OF TWO BONE FISH CAUGHT ON THE SAMAKI VIBELICIOUS

VIBELICIOUS THUMPER TAIL BONE FISH

AZ WITH A 50CM+ FLATHEAD

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20 ANZAC TERRACE GERALDTON WA

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City gets grants for Disability services

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Regional Ambassador for of ‘Count Me In’ Chris Kerr looks forward to the new mobility beach access ramp being constructed at Town Beach.

The City of Greater Geraldton is pleased to announce it recently received grant funding from the Disability Services Commission of $50,000 to go towards the construction of a mobility beach access ramp and a further $100,000 for accessible amenities and adult change facilities at Town Beach.

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor, Shane Van Styn, said the timing of the funding announcement coincides perfectly with the City’s celebrations for International Day of People with Disability.

“What a fantastic announcement to be able to make to our community who is celebrating International Day for People with Disability this week with the opening of the art exhibition ‘Creative Waves’ and the launch of a short film ‘Part of the Community’ at the Queens Park Theatre on Thursday, 3 December from 4.30 to 6.30pm,” he said.
The grant funding program, administered by the Western Australian Local Governments Association, will enable the City to undertake capital works related to access and inclusion which were identified as a top priority by the Community Panel in late 2013.
As a result, the City has decided to include access as a top priority for the Multi User Facility and Youth Precinct currently under construction on the Foreshore in the West End.
“The refurbishment of the toilet block behind the Visitor Centre will house a new beach wheel chair and the accessible change rooms will feature a hoist for transfers from one chair to another and an adjustable adult change table,” said Mayor Van Styn.
“The beach wheelchair ramp, which will be built on the western side of the Town Beach groyne across from the basketball half court, has been specifically designed and engineered to counteract erosion of the concrete path.  Adjoining the foreshore promenade, the path will feature stainless steel handrails for users down to the high water mark on the beach.
“The City continually consults with community representatives to improve access in the CBD which also includes strategically located ACROD (Australian Council for Rehabilitation of Disabled) parking in the West End as part of the Multi User Facility project.”

The Francis Street jetty is also being replaced so that people with mobility impairments can fully utilise it.

A beach wheelchair is currently stored at the Two Foreshore Café and is available for hire by contacting the City.

For more information about the beach wheelchair ramp or other City projects visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au or phone the City Council on (08) 9956 6600.

Main street to light up for Christmas!

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Christmas on the Terrace is back for another year with our main street hosting the family fun event. Picture: Richard Rossiter 

Marine Terrace will once again light up with a sea of colour, Christmas lights, retailers, stall holders, activities and festive cheer as Christmas on the Terrace hits our main street for another year.

On Thursday, 10 December from 5-8.30pm, head down to Marine Terrace to enjoy an event that the whole family will love.

You can expect unique markets and stalls, an array of fabulous food, local artworks, aero bungy, bouncy castles, cool inflatables, a variety of musicians including The Comedy Emporium’s piano bike, Perth based funk band Junkadelic, as well as other local singers.

Kids will also be able to write their very own letter to Santa!

The City has been working closely with local retailers to continue to provide an annual family friendly event full of fun and entertainment.

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor, Shane Van Styn, said Christmas on the Terrace had been a popular event in the past and he encouraged the community to come along and support local retailers.

“This is such a great event for the whole community and local retailers put a lot of effort into making Marine Terrace come alive for the festive season,” he said.

“There is so much on offer and there will be something there for everyone so you’ll be able to do all of your Christmas shopping in one night.”

The winner of the City’s #whyilovegero photo competition will also be announced and photos entered into the competition will be projected onto a building on Marine Terrace across the road from the Men’s Shed.

For more information you can visit the City’s online events calendar http://ow.ly/V5TpI and you can also find updates on the City’s Facebook page.