Stirling Scene Birak 2019

Birak 2019

City Planning Officer Patricia Tan with Osborne Primary School Principal Laura Griffin and students. Established in 1903, the school features on the City’s Heritage List.

Showcasing our community with the History and Heritage Awards

City wins national award p3 • New youth ambassador p4 • Rates prize draw winners p5

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to support and foster economic development including major infrastructure projects such as the Stephenson Avenue extension, Westfield Innaloo redevelopment and securing light rail for Scarborough Beach Road. Following the election, I would like to welcome our new Councillors Felicity Farrelly (Coastal Ward), Chris Hatton (Hamersley Ward) and Lisa Thornton (Osborne Ward) who will bring fresh ideas and energy to their roles. I would also like to thank outgoing Councillor Giovanni Italiano for his tremendous contribution to the City as Councillor, including two terms as Mayor. Sadly, we recently farewelled former Councillor Brian Ham who passed away in October. Part of Council for more than a decade, Mr Ham Mayor’s message Princess Wallington Reserve (Balga) The Princess Wallington Community Parkland project is moving ahead. Council has awarded the construction tender to MG Group, with works due to start on site at the end of this year. The first phase of the project will connect Stephenson Avenue from Scarborough Beach Road past Howe Street. Work is set to start in early 2020. new skate facility, multi-courts sports area, BMX track, regional playground, public art and more. Lotterywest has contributed $2.34 million to the $6.2 million project. During the construction phase the Balga Friday Markets will relocate to Mirrabooka Regional Open Space. The first market was held in Mirrabooka in early November and will continue at the new location on Fridays from 7.00am to 12.00 noon through to next year. On completion, the exciting project at Princess Wallington Reserve in Balga will provide a represented the DoubleviewWard from 1995 to 2007 and served as Deputy Mayor from 2001 to 2002.

As you will have read in our September Stirling Scene we are now producing six editions per year with each issue aligned to a Nyoongar season. On the back page we have included an eye-catching graphic to illustrate the Nyoongar calendar. This edition also features the History and Heritage Awards 2020, details of local Christmas Carols events and all the entertainment lined up for Sunset Veranda, plus a list of the lucky 2019 Rates Prize Draw winners. Visit our website www.stirling.wa.gov.au to find out more about the many exciting projects, initiatives and services being delivered to the community.

Welcome to the summer (Birak) edition of the Stirling Scene. Firstly can I say how thrilled and honoured I am to be returned as Mayor for the City of Stirling in the recent local government elections – especially as this is the first time our City has chosen a popularly elected Mayor. The next four years are set to be an exciting time for the City. I look forward to continuing the great work we are doing as a united Council

Mark Irwin Mayor

Our City To give you an insight into the progress on some of the City’s projects, here is a summary of updates that have occurred during the past few months:

Stephenson Avenue extension (Osborne Park / Innaloo) Set to extend Stephenson Avenue from Scarborough Beach Road through to

Cedric Street, the project is the first step towards creating a gateway to the planned Stirling City Centre.

Beach safety patrols ramp up Now that the weather is warming up be sure to take extra care when at the beach. Scarboro SLSC patrols are under way working closely with City of Stirling beach inspectors who work year round to keep our beaches safe. The team recently got some great accolades from a beach goer on a busy weekend. “Forget Grant Kenny! Gold medals to your team, really was just so impressed. Felt like a military training drill from the jet skis to the foot patrol. So slick.”

Carine Riding for the Disabled Works are underway to improve the covered equestrian arena at the facility, including earthworks to create a level riding surface, complete replacement of the steel structure and roof coverings, new drainage, rainwater harvesting and energy efficient LED lighting. The upgrades also include improvements to fencing, security and rider access to the arena. The works are set for completion by the end of the year.

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Your Mayor and Councillors

Mayor Mark Irwin Ph: (08) 9205 8502 mark.irwin@stirling.wa.gov.au

Coastal Ward: Doubleview* Karrinyup* North Beach Scarborough Trigg Watermans Bay

Councillor Felicity Farrelly Ph: 0407 170 090 felicity.farrelly@stirling.wa.gov.au

Councillor Karen Caddy Ph: 0419 477 757 karen.caddy@stirling.wa.gov.au

Inglewood Ward: Dianella* Inglewood Yokine*

Councillor David Lagan Ph: 0408 068 597 david.lagan@stirling.wa.gov.au

Deputy Mayor Councillor Bianca Sandri Ph: 0439 185 175 bianca.sandri@stirling.wa.gov.au Balga Ward: Balga Dianella* Mirrabooka Nollamara* Westminster

Cr Felicity Farrelly, Rae Kolb, Cr Karen Caddy and Walter Kolb at North Beach

Volunteers ride a wave of success A true friend of the City’s beautiful coastline, the Stirling Natural protection and restoration of the environment.

Councillor David Boothman JP Ph: 0419 047 224 david.boothman@stirling.wa.gov.au

Big honour for migrant support services the United Nations Association of Australia - WA Division. The award recognises individuals or organisations that have made an outstanding contribution to the Environment Coastcare (SNEC) group recently won a prestigious award for its volunteering efforts. Headed up by Rae and Walter Kolb, the SNEC received the 2019 Environmental Action Award from

During the past decade, the City has collaborated with the group in planning and implementing annual dune restoration and revegetation programs along the bulk of the City’s 6.5km stretch of coastline. A core group of 25 members along with hundreds of volunteers share a mutual love for the coast and dedicate about 2,000 hours to local environmental projects each year.

Councillor Keith Sargent Ph: 0402 202 149 keith.sargent@stirling.wa.gov.au

Doubleview Ward: Churchlands Doubleview* Innaloo Wembley Wembley Downs Woodlands

Councillor Stephanie Proud JP Ph: 0411 070 793 stephanie.proud@stirling.wa.gov.au

Councillor Elizabeth Re Ph: 0419 913 988 elizabeth.re@stirling.wa.gov.au

Hamersley Ward: Balcatta* Carine Gwelup Hamersley Karrinyup* Stirling*

Councillor Chris Hatton Ph: 0439 752 279 chris.hatton@stirling.wa.gov.au Councillor Karlo Perkov Ph: 0447 904 714 karlo.perkov@stirling.wa.gov.au

A national award from the Migration Council Australia has recognised the City’s efforts to create thriving communities that support migrants and refugees. The Welcoming Australia Award for Local Government singled out the City’s Multicultural Framework. Being WA’s most diverse local government, the City developed the framework to deliver programs that foster a sense of community for newcomers. As part of the framework, a dedicated Multicultural Project Officer now

Lawley Ward: Coolbinia Dianella* Nollamara* Menora Mt Lawley Yokine*

Councillor Joe Ferrante Ph: 0418 891 274 joe.ferrante@stirling.wa.gov.au

Councillor Suzanne Migdale Ph: 0417 137 362 suzanne.migdale@stirling.wa.gov.au

City of Stirling Director Community Development Michael Quirk with fellow award winner Andrea Creado from the Ishar Multicultural Women’s Health Centre

Osborne Ward: Balcatta* Glendalough Joondanna Osborne Park Stirling* Tuart Hill

links migrants and refugees with many local services and the Kaleidoscope Initiative connects skilled newcomers with local mentors to help them become job ready. In addition, a Welcome Hub in Mirrabooka supports the settlement of humanitarian arrivals during their first five years in Australia. The City would like to thank state and federal governments for vital funding and the support from a range of non-government organisations that helped make the framework a success.

Councillor Lisa Thornton Ph: 0490 237 604 lisa.thornton@stirling.wa.gov.au

Councillor Adam Spagnolo Ph: 0419 043 174 adam.spagnolo@stirling.wa.gov.au

* These suburbs are located in multiple Wards.

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Sunset Veranda 2020 The sunny side of FRINGE WORLD can be found at Scarborough Beach as the Sunset Veranda pop-up venue returns to our shores this summer. If you’re dipping your toes in the warm waters of FRINGE WORLD for the first time, we have you covered! Jam-packed with comedy, music, crafts, cabaret, family shows and more, there’s something for everyone. Sunset Veranda, which runs for the full FRINGE WORLD Festival season from Friday 17 January to Sunday 16 February 2020, has plenty of free and affordable events on offer. Our January highlights include: Tell Mama: The Music of Etta James by Milford Street Shakers School Holiday Kids Program FRINGE WORLD is not just for grown-ups! The Sunset Veranda has performances to thrill and delight kids aged 2 – 17 years during the school holidays. Friday 17 January 6.30pm Sunday 19 January 8.30pm Friday 25 January 5.30pm

Ask the City!

The Customer Contact Centre receives thousands of phone calls from Stirling residents each week. Staff from the City’s Customer Service team provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. Q. I live next to a vacant block which has very tall dry grass, I am worried it is a fire hazard. What can the City do? The City has written to all local landowners with vacant property to inform them of firebreak requirements. These properties will be inspected by the City’s Community Safety Team during firebreak season (1 December to 31 March) to confirm compliance. Q. I would like to hold my child’s birthday party in a park, can we parks are public places available to everyone throughout the community. If a private party is preferred, the City has a number of community centres available for hire across the community. Q. With the warmer weather arriving, I would like to use the Scarborough Beach Pool. Is it open later in summer? The Scarborough Beach Pool offers longer opening hours during summer. Closing times between 1 October 2019 and 30 April 2020 are 9.00pm on weekdays and 8.00pm on weekends. book a gazebo for the day? The City is unable to reserve gazebos for exclusive use, as

Sunset Veranda Comedy Gala The very best international and Australian comedy stars hit the stage in a blockbuster two-hour comedy extravaganza. A premier line-up of the best comedians will split your sides

Summers Last Stand:Youth Event Don’t be sad when the school holidays come to an end! Grab your mates and celebrate the end of summer at Sunset Veranda for Summer’s Last Stand on Wednesday 29 January from 6.00pm.

and leave you in hysterics! Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/ sunsetveranda to check out the full program.

Enjoy free music, entertainment, workshops, affordable food and beach vibes.

Damian Martin becomes our first Youth Ambassador In a slam-dunk for the City of Stirling, Australian basketball champion

encourage local young people to contribute to community life, society and environment in meaningful ways. Alongside the framework, the City of Stirling is also planning an exciting calendar of youth focused events. To read more about the Youth Framework and upcoming events, please visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au and search ‘young people’.

Damian Martin has become our first Youth Ambassador. The recently- appointed position was created to coincide with the launch of Stirling’s first Youth Framework. With more than 15 percent of City of Stirling residents aged between 10 and 24, the strategy will work to

Damian Martin with Stirling Youth Advocates Naomi Blitz and Shanieka Ryder

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2019 Rates Prize Draw winners A total of 23 City of Stirling ratepayers shared in a prize-pool of over $70,000

This year’s main prize winner was Ilan Veerappan, who along with his family, won a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid from Big Rock Toyota valued at $37,600. Mr Veerappan was delighted to win the stylish new vehicle, as the family car was recently written-off after an accident. Congratulations to all our winners.

at this year’s Rates Prize Draw. The winners were awarded prizes at a recent event held at the City’s Administration Centre Reception Hall. Paying rates early enables the City to invest sooner and ultimately generate more funds that can be re-invested into the community. Earlier payment also helps the City minimise rate increases. The prize draw wouldn’t be possible without our very generous sponsors each, so we would like to thank them for their valued support. Ratepayers, who pay their rates on time and in full, are automatically eligible for the draw. Winners are then selected at random by computer and invited to attend the draw to select a prize which is concealed in a sealed envelope and revealed on the night.

Above: Major prizewinner Ilan Veerappan and family celebrate with Joe Brazzale and Roy Roex from Big Rock Toyota

Left: Filomena and David Da Silva try out their new Lambretta scooter from Ace Scooters with Cr Karlo Perkov, Cr Elizabeth Re and Mayor Mark Irwin

RAV4 Hybrid valued at $37,600 – Big Rock Toyota

Ilan Veerappan

$1,000 shopping spree – Karrinyup Shopping Centre

Stuart and Sonja Gribble

$1,000 savings account – NAB

Noutou Wantee

Free swimming for a year – Stirling Leisure Centres

James Kingsbury

Skylight and roof extractionfan – Skylights WA

Robert Garside

Scarborough weekend package – Rendezvous Perth Hotel Scarborough, The Lookout, Cocolat, Stirling Leisure Centres: Scarborough Beach Pool and La Capanina

Janette and Paul Guttmann

Two night stay in a four bedroom ocean view penthouse – Ramada Vetrobu Scarborough Beach

Martin and Catherine Patterson

$1,000 Westfield shopping spree – Business Mantra Chartered Accountants

Isidor Green

One year of garden maintenance – Weeding Women

Lan Bui and Van Le

$1,000 savings account – Westpac

Thanh Bui

$1,000 savings account – Westpac

Brett Millar

$1,500 savings account – Westpac

Amarjit and Charlene Singh

$1,000 worth of dental treatment – Alexander Drive Dental Clinic

Robert and Annette Del Bianco

$1,000 worth of dental treatment – Alexander Drive Dental Clinic

Francine and Dean Trovarello

$1,000 worth of dental treatment – Alexander Drive Dental Clinic

Graham and Cheryl Miller

$1,000 worth of dental treatment – Alexander Drive Dental Clinic

Farida and Mohammedi Suterwala

$1,000 worth of dental treatment – Alexander Drive Dental Clinic

Caterina Sharpe

Estate planning and will package – Gregory Ian Wolff Solicitors

Leo and Gail McManus

Lambretta scooter package – Ace Scooters

Filomena and David Da Silva

Eye exam and prescription glasses – Eyecare Centre Carine

Hazel Brotherston

Eight hypnotherapy sessions – Sunset Coast Hypnotherapy

Frank Spiccia

Free movies for a year – Grand Cinemas

Tracey Krysyna

Financial planning consultation and advice to the value of $1,000 – House and Home Life

Angela Sylvester

Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/ratesprizedraw for more information.

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Community noticeboard

Charity Clothing Drop Off Day Show your support for local charities at the City’s next Charity Clothing Drop Off Day on Saturday 7 December 2019. The event will be held in the carpark of the City’s Administration Centre at 25 Cedric Street, Stirling from 9.00am to 3.00pm Items accepted include clothing, toys, books and accessories such as handbags, scarves and belts. Textiles including curtains, pillows and blankets can also be donated on the day. Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/clothingdropoff for a full list of what can and can not be donated.

Free 2020 calendars The City’s 2020 community calendar will be available soon. The free calendar has stunning photos of local wildlife found in the City of Stirling and features the six Nyoongar seasons. Pick up a calendar from the City’s Administration Centre, Works Depot, Animal Care Facility, Stirling Libraries and Stirling Leisure Centres or at

Karrinyup Shopping Centre, The Square Mirrabooka and Westfield Innaloo.

StirlingWomen’s Centre Christmas Appeal Share the spirit of giving by donating to the Stirling Women’s Centre Christmas Appeal. For 40 years, the centre has provided crisis accommodation and support to thousands of families who have experienced family and domestic violence. Donations of gifts for children (toys), gifts for teenagers (gift vouchers) and gifts for women (beauty packs) would be greatly appreciated. Unwrapped gifts can be dropped off at any Stirling library, the City’s Administration Building, Works Depot or Stirling Leisure Centres in Balga, Inglewood or Scarborough by Wednesday 18 December.

Community Tree Planting end of season 2019 Birak is the season of the young, and a reminder of all the young trees that have recently been planted. A total of 569 street trees and 26 reserve trees have been planted across Stirling as part of the Community Tree Planting (CTP) program for 2019. This year, a total of 205 volunteers registered and participated in CTP events. On average, 35 volunteers attended each of the events and about half of those volunteers were locals. This is hugely encouraging when it comes to involvement from the community and we thank everyone for contributing to the program.

Free shuttle to Scarborough Sunset Markets The Scarborough Sunset

WA) to Scarborough Beach Pool every 30 minutes. Offering lots of delicious foods, live music and pop-up stalls, the markets are held from the purpose-built Scarborough Square through to the iconic amphitheatre every Thursday night until 30 April 2020.

Markets are back on Thursday nights and there’s a free shuttle bus operating from 5.00pm to 9.00pm to help get you there. With parking at a premium in Scarborough, the handy bus service transports visitors from the overflow car park at Trigg Beach (next to Surfing

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Local history focus on…

Enter the 2020 History and Heritage Awards

Hamersley Hamersley is named after the Edward Hamersley family who

settled in the area after arriving in the Swan River Colony in 1837. Margaret, the eldest daughter, went on to marry John Forrest, a well-known surveyor and the first Premier of Western Australia. The low-lying areas within Hamersley were used for market gardening during the early years, with the remaining land being largely undeveloped. Residential growth in Hamersley occurred in two stages. The western section was subdivided and developed in the early 1970’s, while the eastern portion was subdivided later in the decade. Residential development continued into the 1980’s. Hamersley was the first suburb in the region to be guided by the principles of cul-de-sac design, which later formed the basis for other subdivisions within the northern corridor. To discover more about the City’s history, visit the Mount Flora Museum on Elvire Street on Wednesdays from 1.00pm to 4.00pm, other times by appointment.

Entries are now open for the 2020 History and Heritage Awards. Held every two years, the awards celebrate the conservation of local heritage and streetscapes as well as the promotion of history and heritage. The Heritage category acknowledges conservation of the built environment and streetscape as well as the education and promotion of heritage within the City of Stirling. The History category calls on entrants to submit

photographs (up to five) taken in the City of Stirling prior to 1990. For the ‘Photograph with a story’ section, entrants will need to provide a short story (up to 200 words) with each image and the ‘Photograph with a caption’ requires a small caption (up to 10 words). The City will also present an award for the Best Youth Entry. Visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/ heritageawards to enter.

Heritage Incentives Program Did you know that eligible heritage properties can apply for a range of incentives including heritage grants, rates concessions, technical advice and fee waivers? If your property is on the City’s

Recognising that our heritage buildings form an essential part of the community, the incentives work to retain and enhance buildings of heritage significance. Letters have been posted to owners of all eligible properties to inform them of the program. Visit www.yoursay. stirling.wa.gov.au/heritageincentives or phone the City on (08) 9205 8555 for more details.

Heritage List and Categories 1 and 2A of the City’s Local Heritage Survey, you may be eligible to apply for an incentive in the City’s Heritage Incentives Program.

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This publication costs a total of 12 cents per copy to produce and has been printed using carbon neutral environmentally friendly paper that is recyclable. As distribution of this publication is bound by the postal route set by Australia Post, some residents outside of the City’s boundary may receive it.We thank-you for your understanding and encourage recipients outside of the City to put it in their recycling bin if they don’t want to read it.

Administration Centre: 25 Cedric Street Stirling WA 6021 | Telephone (08) 9205 8555 | Facsimile (08) 9345 8822 | www.stirling.wa.gov.au Opening hours: 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday | Transport: Rail and Bus – www.transport.wa.gov.au | Bike – Free bike parking available

Colour-In to Win To celebrate Sunset Veranda bringing the much-loved FRINGE WORLD to our iconic Scarborough Beach – with a program that will tickle your funny bone – you can win one of five Sunset Veranda prize packs. Each pack includes a family pass to a Sunset Veranda show and a family pass to Scarborough Beach Pool for the perfect day out. The prize packs are valued at more than $100.00 each. Family passes to a Sunset Veranda show are valid for 2x adults and 2x children or 1x adult and 3x children. Family pool passes are valid for 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children. Download the competition page at www.stirling.wa.gov.au/kids and get colouring. Mail your entry to the address below by

Sterling Deals! Kids Corner Congratulations to ‘The Angry Birds Movie 2’ colouring-in contest winners in the Kambarang 2019 issue of Stirling Scene. The Angry Birds Movie 2 prize packs Rebecca Crewe (4) Dianella Taylor Parham (3) Karrinyup Leah Rachel Leopidevin (8) Mirrabooka Kalin Tan (9) Scarborough Liam Dunlevie (3) Tuart Hill Nyoongar Seasons With the number of issues of Stirling Scene magazines recently increasing from four to six per year, it was a perfect fit for each edition to recognise one of the six Nyoongar seasons. This Birak issue covers the period of December and January, which represents the Nyoongar season of the young when warmer weather starts to take hold. Here’s a guide to each of the six Nyoongar seasons.

Monday 16 December 2019. Kids’ Corner Competition C/- Communications Officer City of Stirling 25 Cedric Street , Stirling WA 6021

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