An update for the Everything Geraldton iPhone app is now available in the App Store.
Click here to get the update on your iPhone: http://evth.in/GeraldtoniPhoneApp
The update addresses some bugs that prevented the app opening for some users, and certain menu options from crashing the app.
· Date: Friday the 6th of March
· Time: Doors open at 6:45pm play begins at 7:00pm
· Who Can Come: Theatre lovers, Drama students, Friends and Family are all welcomed
· Where: Batavia Hall, Geraldton Grammar School
· A gold coin donation for entry and first in best dressed!
· After the production you will be able to meet the year 12 drama crew which include William Sturke, Ebony Teakle, Brianna Short, Annie Newcombe and Ellie Williams, and you will be able to discuss characters and production roles with them over a coffee and some nibbles.
· The production explores the style of Greek theatre, with a modern twist on some of the conventions.
· Antigone examines themes of love, loyalty, family, power, honour, control and fate.
The Greenough River has broken through to the ocean at Cape Burney.
Take care near the soft edges if you're taking little ones down to have a look.
Geraldton MLA Ian Blayney said Batavia Coast coastal managers can now apply for State Government funds to help protect their coastline.
Calling for submissions in the latest round of Coastal Adaptation and Protection grants, Transport Minister Dean Nalder said $1 million was again available to coastal managers in 2015-16.
Mr Blayney said local Coastal Adaptation and Protection (CAP) grants are available to public bodies responsible for coastal management, including:
Mr Blayney said the Batavia Coast like all of WA’scoastline is one of the State’s most valuable assets.
Coastal Adaptation and Protection (CAP) grants are available for coastal projects such as:
Projects involving estuaries and rivers are not eligible for a CAP grant.
The grants program helps coastal managers better understand and adapt to the challenges presented by the WA coastline they are responsible for.
This is achieved through thorough investigation of local coastal hazards including erosion, accretion and inundation.
Coastal managers are invited to apply for grants up to 50 per cent of the total cost of a project.
Last year, 16 local authorities shared $1,057,500.
Submissions close on April 6, 2015. For more information, visit http://www.transport.wa.gov.au/capgrants
Following a break in last week that resulted in class rooms and offices being trashed, Bluff Point Primary School is reporting they have been targeted yet again.
The news is especially disappointing for one staff member who has had a laptop taken.
(Good time to remember to ensure your computers and phones are backed always backed up.)
After the previous break in last weekend volunteers offered their time to get the classrooms back in order.
If anyone has any information please contact Geraldton Police on 99234555.
In the Interest of Public Safety and at the Request of the City of Greater Geraldton:
The Following Roads are Closed Due to Flooding, Closures will remain in place for at least 24 Hours:
- Arthur Road
- Short Road
- Allanooka Springs Road
- Ellendale Pool Road
- Moonyoonooka Road
Updates will follow when avaliable.
For further Information please Contact:
Tru-Line Excavations & Plumbing PL
Stewart Stellmaker on 0409 119 265
There is a fallen tree on Holland Street blocking the road. Avoid street at the moment.
Frank Walsh SNR - ‘Wandarrie Country Rock Art’ by Frank Walsh Snr.
The much anticipated Mid West Art Prize Exhibition will be re-launched on Saturday 28 February 2015 and is set to showcase a diverse number of pieces from artists around Western Australia.
Geraldton-born Professor Ted Snell (AM, Cit WA) who is currently a Winthrop Professor and Director of the Cultural Precinct at the University of Western Australia, will officially open the Exhibition this Saturday.
Because the exhibition is open to artists from throughout WA, working in any medium, visitors can expect an exhibition of great diversity comprised of individual works of a very high standard.
Of the 247 works entered for consideration, 61 works were selected for exhibition. This selection process was conducted by Allison Archer, manager; Turner Galleries Perth, Paola Anselmi; independent arts writer, curator and public art advisor to the City of Perth and James Davies Director of the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery.
Both Allison and Paola will assist Professor Snell in judging the exhibition prior to the official opening.
Director of the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery, James Davies, said the work selected includes installation pieces, light projections, super real painting, prints, sculptures, drawings and Indigenous works and that all selected works are required to be new creations, thereby ensuring an exhibition of quality, freshness and variety.
“The City of Greater Geraldton recognises that one of the pillars of the City’s Strategic Plan is to support the development of a strong arts and cultural sector and their continued support, along with that of the Art Gallery of WA and local business sponsorship has ensured the continuation of the Art Prize,” he said.
“This greatly appreciated and crucial support affords the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery the opportunity to provide an overall prize pool of $45,000 in non-acquisitive awards - an amount rarely equalled or surpassed by other regional galleries throughout the nation.”
Mayor Ian Carpenter said the Mid West Art prize was a great representation of the State’s artistic talent.
“The Art Prize has also proved to be an excellent opportunity for the acquisition of art works for the City’s art collection and a doubling of acquisition funds in 2012 is a further demonstration of the City’s commitment to regional cultural development,” he said.
“The Mid West Art Prize is rapidly attaining an excellent reputation throughout the West Australian arts community and the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery is confident that it will continue to grow in stature from year to year.”
The Gallery celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2014 and over this time many new and varied initiatives have been put in place but few have been of more significance than the establishment of the Mid West Art Prize in 2011.
However, after thirty years of servicing the artistic needs of the Mid West community, the gallery was in need of a serious upgrade. This upgrade took place during 2014 resulting in the deferral of the fourth Art Prize until 2015.
Works completed include the replacement of the aged climate control system, removal of asbestos, re-configuration of exhibition spaces, creation of store facilities, installation of a new display system and a thorough clean up and repair of the interior and exterior.
This work will greatly enhance the overall aesthetic of the Art Prize. The Art Prize will be open to the public from March 2 to May 16.
The award categories for the Mid West Art Prize are as follows:
$20,000 City of Greater Geraldton Award for Excellence.
$5,000 Minerals and Metals Group Highly Commended.
$5,000 Rio Tinto Aboriginal Award.
$5,000 Geraldton Regional Art Gallery Mid West Award.
$5,000 Geraldton Regional Art Gallery Highly Commended Award.
$3,500 96.5WAFM Youth Award.
$1,500 People’s Choice Award. Sponsored by Ian Blayney MLA.
Joshua Cocking – ‘I Believe The Southern Poets Dream Will Not Be Realised’ by Joshua Cocking.
... and this video
Geraldton Police are asking for public assistance after an incident today at the 440.
Police say that an undisclosed sum of cash was stolen from an employee at the 440 Roadhouse in Drummond Cove, just north of Geraldton, this morning.
Statement from Geraldton Police:
"The male person pictured may be able to assist police regarding the theft of an undisclosed sum of cash from an employee at the 440 roadhouse earlier this morning. Although the images are relatively poor in quality, we hope a member of the Geraldton community may be able to recognise the general physical description or the distinctive clothing."
Anyone with information is requested to contact the Geraldton Police Station on 99234555.
Thanks to Banksy, Lisa-Maree, Chantelle, Kate & Laura for posting these images.
Blue Birds from l. Robyn McDonald, Annette Dalton, Jeanette Featherby and Captain Rhonda Reynolds. Photograph by Maureen Nanson
Geraldton Croquet Club Summer Pennants for 2015 ran for 6 weeks commencing 21st January and was completed on 25th February. The club decided to trial evening pennants this year, to avoid the hot days expected in January/February and to give members who work during the day an opportunity to compete. The plan seems to have been successful with four full teams fielding and several reserves available. The competition winners were Blue Birds, Runners-up were Red Faces while Glitter Girls and Black is Black placed third and fourth respectively. The competition was organised and supervised by Kay Chynoweth and enjoyed by all involved.
Reserves: Jenny Morris, Lizzie Jackaman & Coralie Brockman
Issued at 7:17 pm WST on Monday 2 March 2015
Western Australia Flood Warning Centre
Heavy rainfall recorded for the 24 hours to 9am Monday has caused significant stream rises in the upper and middle areas of Greenough River and Irwin River Catchments.
The river levels in the lower areas of Greenough River and Irwin River are expected to rise overnight Monday and into Tuesday.
The Greenough River at Eradu is expected to peak at minor flood level (3.5 metres) overnight Monday.
The Greenough River at Karlanew Peak is expected to reach minor flood level (2.5 metres) during Tuesday morning.
The Irwin River at Dongara is expected to peak at 4.5 metres (minor flood level 5.0 metres) overnight Monday.
DFES advises people and communities to be aware that flooding is possible and be prepared to relocate equipment and livestock. Watch water levels. Travellers need to be aware that road conditions may be adversely affected and travel plans may need to be reconsidered. Do not drive into water of unknown depth and velocity.
Community information is available from DFES at www.dfes.wa.gov.au
Current river levels are available from Department of Water at www.water.wa.gov.au
This warning is available by dialling 1300 659 213. Warnings, rainfall and river information are available at www.bom.gov.au/wa/flood/
For the latest weather forecasts see www.bom.gov.au/wa/forecasts/
Information on road conditions contact Main Roads WA Customer Contact Centre on 138 138 or at www.mainroads.wa.gov.au
(Images sent in by Nic Johannsen and Shona Morton)
Issued by John Willcock College
JWC CLOSED TUESDAY 3 MARCH
IMPORTANT NOTICE: John Willcock College will be closed on Tuesday 3 Marchto all students and staff due to water damage sustained in the recent storms. School will resume as normal on Wednesday 4 March
Thanks Bec for sending in this video of the Irwin River flooding from the recent downpour.
A quick reminder that double demerits apply for this Labor Day long weekend in WA.
Geraldton Police tell us that it kicks of at midnight tonight (Friday 27/2/15)
Stay safe on the roads.
Update: Dongara Police have stated that Double Demerits kicked off Friday Morning at 0001 hours .
NBN ROLLOUT UPDATE courtesy of Node1: FSAM4 is now READY for placing orders! Beresford, Webberton, Strathalbyn and the south areas of Spalding.
Current install dates are early to mid March (and getting taken up fast!)
Call Node1 on 08 9964 5464
http://www.everythinggeraldton.com.au/directory/internet-service-providers/node1-internet/
BEACHES
Drummonds and BullerRiver have fished well for mulloway to 15kg and tailor ranging from 40-60cm with herring and Dart amongst them. Schools sharks can be found after Dark.
Separation point is still producing big tailor, herring whiting and flathead can be found in the sand patches.
Greenough points are holding tailor and herring with a few small mulloway as well. Big sharks are hanging around as well.
THIS WEEKS LOCAL HERO IS JONO FOR THIS GREAT PHOTO
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HARBOR & WHARF
Fisherman’s harbor has fished well with Big Cod Jacks and Moses Perch and Pinkies. Black bream to 40cm reported as well, Tailor and Snook can be found around the lights.
ROSNIE WITH A SOLID MOSES PERCH TAKEN ON A GOMOKO JIG
The harbor is holding good fish from mulloway to tailor and big Mosses perch with schools of bonito cruising the walls.
Herring and yellowtail are in big numbers at seal rock.
Whiting are also getting caught along town beach.
SOLID COD ON GOMOKO 21G JIG
CRAIG WITH A SOLID COD
MICHEAL WITH A 30CM PINKY TAKEN ON A CULTIVA 4.5GM MICRO JIG
CRAIG JIGGED UP A NICE SWOLLOWTAIL DART
WEATHER OUTLOOK
THIS WEEKS VIDEO
Midwest Fishing Report by Tackleworld Geraldton
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The accommodation allowance offered to Western Australia’s apprentices and trainees, who travel to attend off-the-job training, has been doubled.
Geraldton MLA Ian Blayney said the change would help those students who were required to live away from home temporarily as part of their training.
“Apprentices and trainees, particularly those living in regional and remote areas, need as much support as we can offer them and this allowance increase helps reduce the burden involved with having to travel for training,” Ian Blayney said.
New travel allowance rates are $70 per night for overnight stays below the 26th Parallel and $110 per night above the 26th Parallel.
“Accommodation costs in metropolitan Perth and regional WA are high and this Government wants to help those young employees as they enter the workforce,” said Ian Blayney.
About 650 students would access the allowance each year.
“This was an election commitment and I am pleased the Liberal-National Government is able to provide this additional financial assistance,” Ian Blayney said.
Increasing the allowance complements recent improvements made to the training program that reduced the amount of travel for students while also ensuring more efficient training.
This involved support for lecturers to visit students in regional centres such as Karratha, Kalgoorlie and Geraldton, rather than requiring the students to travel.
“This more efficient delivery model allows apprentices and trainees to remain in the region and minimise major disruptions to their training and employment schedule,” Ian Blayney said.
Just before midnight on Saturday (21/2/15) Police say a white Toyota Echo was stolen in Dongara. The following night Police spotted the vehicle in Utakarra on Roberts Rd.
Police say the vehicle had four juveniles inside it, and they managed to stopped the vehicle without incident.
A 14 year old female from Sunset Beach was charged with stealing a motor vehicle, driving with no drivers licence and giving a false name.
A 15 year old female from Geraldton was charged with stealing a motor vehicle and driving with no drivers licence.
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