We've had multiple reports of the water being off in Sunset Beach this morning due to a fault on Whitworth St. At this stage, crews are on site and assessing the situation. They have not let the Water Corporation know how long the water will be off. The Water Corporation faults line is 13 13 75. Thanks Kiera
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An elderly man has died after a car accident in Rangeway yesterday afternoon. Local Police advised that at about 3.30pm on Thursday the 26th of June 2014, they, along with St John Ambulance were called to Eastward Road in Rangeway in regards to a vehicle crashing into street signs and parked vehicles.
The vehicle caused extensive damage to the parked vehicles at the scene.
The 76 year old male driver was taken to the Geraldton Regional Hospital where he died a short time later.
Inquiries are continuing in to the cause of his death.
Channel 9 reports that a dangerous sex offender will be once again released into the community, but this time under strict conditions. According to channel 9:
Patrick Alfred Dennis Comeagain, 41, ... mainly raised in the Mullewa/Geraldton region, he had five episodes of serious sexual offending, starting in 1987 when he was aged 15.
In previous annual reviews of his dangerous sex offender status, it was noted there had been very few occasions following any release from prison when Comeagain had not re-offended shortly thereafter.
Police have released the name of the doctor who died on Monday morning. The man was 34 year old Deanendra Athukorala. (Read original story here)
Ian Cutler from the Guardian has a story on the hospital staff's reaction here.
Police have moved to reassure the public that, following a second suspected homicide this morning, both incidents are completely unrelated, and in no way an indication of an ongoing crime issue; they are isolated incidents and there are no ongoing risks to the community.
More information will be provided by Police as it comes to hand, and the police have expressed their thanks to the community for their cooperation with avoiding the Eighth St area while forensics work is carried out. (Read original story here)
The advised the following earlier today:
Geraldton Police wish to advise that the current crime scene in place on Eighth St Wonthella will be remaining in place for the foreseeable future.
Eighth St is blocked off from Pass Street, heading in an easterly direction and continues to the intersection of Eighth St and Howard Street.
This crime scene incorporates a number of sporting facilities in that region, and at the present time, Geraldton Police can advise the following:
Geraldton Netball Association: The Geraldton Netball association advise they are cancelling all fixtures for tonight.
Geraldton Basketball Association: Fixtures continuing as per normal. Parking for the basketball association will be utilised at the rear outdoor basketball courts and entry to the complex through the rear entry. No access will be permitted to the front of the premises.
Geraldton Badminton Centre: No contact has been made as yet, but this building is in a position where no persons will have access to it.
The crime scene does not impact parking for the Geraldton Tennis club, bowling club, soccer, Bridge, Squash or the Towns Football club.
Geraldton Police thank the public for their understanding in relation to this incident and will advise when the road re-opens as per usual.
Geraldton Police wish to advise that the current crime scene in place on Eighth Avenue Wonthella will be remaining in place for the foreseeable future. Eighth Avenue is blocked off from Pass Street, heading in an easterly direction and continues to the intersection of Eighth Avenue and Howard Street.
This crime scene incorporates a number of sporting facilities in that region, and at the present time, Geraldton Police can advise the following:
Geraldton Netball Association: The Geraldton Netball association advise they are cancelling all fixtures for tonight.
Geraldton Basketball Association: Fixtures continuing as per normal. Parking for the basketball association will be utilised at the rear outdoor basketball courts and entry to the complex through the rear entry. No access will be permitted to the front of the premises.
Geraldton Badminton Centre: No contact has been made as yet, but this building is in a position where no persons will have access to it.
The crime scene does not impact parking for the Geraldton Tennis club, bowling club, soccer, Bridge, Squash or the Towns Football club.
Geraldton Police thank the public for their understanding in relation to this incident and will advise when the road re-opens as per usual.
Local Wonthella residents who saw a large Police presence in 7th St this morning have had their fears confirmed with what may be a second homicide in Geraldton this week One resident said: "how scary just down from us something has happened forensics ambulance cops street blocked off with tape and now a forensic buss !!"
About 6:50am this morning police were called to a home in Seventh Street, Wonthella where the body of a man was located. Major Crime Squad officers and Geraldton Detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Two men are currently assisting police with their inquiries.
Four areas that have been declared a Protected Forensic Area (PFA) and please remember than it is an offence to enter any of these areas.
Roads currently closed until further notice are:- · Seventh Street x Central Ave Wonthella · Seventh Street x Howard St Wonthella · Eighth Street x Central Ave Wonthella · Eighth Street x Howard Street Wonthella
Police stressed that this matter and the matter from earlier on in the week are separate incidents and are in no way linked.
A car park area at Geraldton Regional Hospital is also closed and is a Protected Forensic Area (PFA).
--- Update
Geraldton Police wish to advise that the current crime scene in place on Eighth Avenue Wonthella will be remaining in place for the foreseeable future.
Eighth Avenue is blocked off from Pass Street, heading in an easterly direction and continues to the intersection of Eighth Avenue and Howard Street.
This crime scene incorporates a number of sporting facilities in that region, and at the present time, Geraldton Police can advise the following:
Geraldton Netball Association: The Geraldton Netball association advise they are cancelling all fixtures for tonight.
Geraldton Basketball Association: Fixtures continuing as per normal. Parking for the basketball association will be utilised at the rear outdoor basketball courts and entry to the complex through the rear entry. No access will be permitted to the front of the premises.
Geraldton Badminton Centre: No contact has been made as yet, but this building is in a position where no persons will have access to it.
The crime scene does not impact parking for the Geraldton Tennis club, bowling club, soccer, Bridge, Squash or the Towns Football club.
Geraldton Police thank the public for their understanding in relation to this incident and will advise when the road re-opens as per usual.
New items can be delivered to Centacare Family Services at 3 Maitland Street, Geraldton.
Education Minister Peter Collier today announced that nominations for the WA Education Awards 2014 were now open.
“The awards are an important way to recognise public school teachers, leaders and support staff who inspire students to learn and achieve their best,” Mr Collier said. “WA has many outstanding educators who deserve to be recognised and the WA Education Awards can do this.”
Nomination kits are online at http://www.education.wa.edu.au. There are four new categories this year to recognise excellence in Aboriginal education, as well as outstanding education assistants and school support staff.
The winners in 11 categories will share $337,500 in prizes. The categories are: WA Premier’s Primary Teacher of the Year WA Premier’s Secondary Teacher of the Year WA Premier’s Excellence in Aboriginal Education Award (new category) WA Primary School Leader of the Year WA Secondary School Leader of the Year WA Beginning Teacher of the Year WA Education Assistant of the Year (new category) WA Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer of the Year (new category) WA School Services Staff Member of the Year (new category) WA Primary School of the Year WA Secondary School of the Year. The Minister said the awards gave winners the opportunity for further professional learning and to share their expertise with students and colleagues. Individual winners each receive a $25,000 prize and winning schools each receive a $15,000 prize. A portion of the prize money is to be spent on professional learning. Finalists each receive a $2,500 prize.
Children, parents and community members can also get involved by downloading a merit certificate from the awards website, filling it out and handing it to their schools.
Fact File Nominations close on August 8. Forms online at http://www.education.wa.edu.au Winners will be announced at a presentation breakfast on December 1 The WA Education Awards 2014 are sponsored by BHP Billiton Iron Ore, Edith Cowan University, Fotoworks School Portraits, 92.9, Teachers Health Fund, Teachers Mutual Bank and The Sunday Times and PerthNow
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the talley so far
new arrivals
new additions
bob and margaret
(notice the high percentage of females)
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(It's the details that make all the difference)
And a shoutout to the City of Greater Geraldton who just gave $2,828 from the community grants program to go towards the upcoming Sin City Slam.
The Sin City Slam
Geraldton Roller Derby are proud to present THE SIN CITY SLAM 2014 - a Roller Derby Event. Starts at 6.30pm till about 10 on Saturday June 28 at Activewest Basketball Stadium, Eighth St, Wonthella.
This is the first time that the Mid West will be able to watch a game of Roller Derby!
With 2 Roller Derby bouts for the price of 1, featuring local skaters and officials, along with visitors from all over the state. It will be a night of good VS evil, with entertainment throughout the evening.
Doors open at 6.30pm, first whistle at 7pm. Roller Derby merch will be available for purchase, cash only.
The ActiveWest Basketball Stadium canteen will also be operating.
This is a family friendly, alcohol free event.
This event could not have taken place without the support of; The City of Greater Geraldton, MMG, Activewest Real Estate, Geraldton Property Team, Geraldton Toyota and Young Motors.
For more information contact Roxanne Grant on 0428 286 064.
Tickets can be bought online from trybooking.com/81902, Geraldton CD Centre or the Bootenal Family Tavern.
Tickets: Adults (children 13+) $15 | Child (4-12) $5 | Family (2 adults, 2 children) $35 | Children 3 and under are free. Bout 1: Easy A's vs Chastity Belters Bout 2: She Devils vs Excorcists
If you still don't have a clue what Roller Derby is, watch this:
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