Summer Edition 2015
Rockingham
SmartWatch
Is Here
- Page 16
First Look: Singleton Sports
and Community Centre Complex
- Page 3
and Golden Bay
Sports Pavilion
- Page 3
Penguin Outburst
- Page 6
Page 2 - A Word from the Mayor
A Word
from the
Mayor
Welcome to the summer edition of the City of Rockingham’s
seasonal magazine, the City Chronicle.
After months of planning, I’m pleased to announce that our new community safety
service, Rockingham SmartWatch, is now out and about on our streets. The highly
visible vehicles are on patrol seven days a week. If you can see the car, the camera
can see you, and if need be, so can the police because the cameras have the ability
to live stream to Rockingham police station. For more details please have a look
at the back page.
I’m also very pleased to be able to show you some artist’s impressions of our
two new sporting facilities - Singleton Sports and Community Centre at Laurie
Stanford Reserve, and Golden Bay Sports Pavilion at Rhonda Scarrott Reserve.
You can find out more about these exciting projects on page 3.
Local government elections were held in October, and we have a few new
faces on Council. You can meet all your Councillors on pages 8 and 9. I’d like
to thank all the residents who voted. It’s not compulsory in local government
elections, so thanks for making your voice heard. Your votes are important,
so all of us on Council hope to see the number of people voting increasing
over time.
There’s been lots happening throughout the City, so please enjoy catching up
on all the latest in this edition of the Chronicle.
I hope you have a great summer here in the beautiful City of Rockingham, where
the coast comes to life.
City of Rockingham Mayor,
Barry Sammels
Inside this issue
Major Projects Singleton Sports and Community Centre Golden Bay Sports Pavilion
Baldivis South Outdoor Youth Space
Enclosed Off Leash Dog Exercise Area
Infrastructure Planning and Development Grants
03
03
03
04
04
04
Around Our Community New Community Grants Program Council Meeting Dates
Sportstars Winners
Photovoice Winners
05
05
05
06
07
Special Feature
Meet Your Councillors
08
08
Community Safety
11
SmartWatch16
Holiday Watch
12
Bushfire Ready
12
Total Fire Bans
12
Neighbours Unite
16
Contact Numbers
16
What’s On 13
NYE and Australia Day
13
Rockingham Aquatic Centre
13
Calendar of Events
14
Major Projects - Page 3
Laurie Stanford
Reserve Master Plan
The design of the new Singleton Sports
and Community Centre at Laurie Stanford
Reserve in Singleton has now been
finalised. Consisting of new community
meeting rooms, change rooms, first aid and
umpires room, as well as a new social space
and kitchen, the facility will replace the
existing Comet Bay Bowling Club, Singleton
Hall and Singleton Community Centre.
Expected to be completed by December
2016 at a cost of $4.86m, the new facility
will be home to Singleton Irwinians Cricket
Club, Singleton/Golden Bay Tennis Club,
Peel Junior Soccer Association, Singleton
Social Club and Comet Bay Bowling Club.
This project has been supported by the
State Government through the Department
of Sport and Recreation which has
contributed $368,901.
Major
Projects
Rhonda Scarrott Reserve Master Plan
The Golden Bay Sports Pavilion at Rhonda
Scarrott Reserve in Golden Bay is a step
closer to being completed after the plans
were endorsed by Council in October
2015. Consisting of new change rooms,
umpires room, first aid room, and a
social room with kitchen and kiosk, the
new facility will become the home of
the Secret Harbour Dockers Football and
Cricket Club.
Construction is expected to commence in
early 2016 and be completed by late 2016
at a cost of approximately $4.85m.
This project has been supported by
the State Government through the
Department of Sport and Recreation
which has contributed $346,505.
Page 4 - Major Projects
Baldivis South
Outdoor Youth Space
Following community consultation, design is now underway on the Baldivis
South Outdoor Youth Space which will be located at Tranby Park in Baldivis.
Construction is expected to be completed by mid-2016. A total of $450,000
has been allocated to this project for both design and construction.
To be kept up to date with the project please email
[email protected] or contact the Community Infrastructure
Planning Team on 9528 0333.
Enclosed Off Leash
Dog Exercise Area
The design of the City’s first enclosed (fenced) off-leash dog exercise
area in Rockingham, located at Bayview Reserve, is now underway.
It is anticipated that the design will be finalised by late 2015, with
construction completed and the facility open to the public by mid-2016.
Infrastructure
Planning and
Development Grants
Infrastructure Planning and Development Grants are available to
incorporated not-for-profit organisations to undertake planning and
development for infrastructure projects on City-owned or managed land.
Projects eligible for funding include planning and development of new
infrastructure and extensions or refurbishments to existing infrastructure.
Grants can be submitted for up to 50% of the total project cost, to a
maximum grant amount of $30,000. Applications closed on 1 December
2015, and outcomes will be advised in February 2016. For more information
email [email protected] or contact the Community
Infrastructure Planning Team on 9528 0333.
Around Our Community - Page 5
Around Our Community
New Community Grants Program
The City of Rockingham is committed to supporting incorporated
not-for-profit organisations, community groups and clubs with
funding towards programs, projects, initiatives and events that
benefit the Rockingham community.
Since 2010 around 800 community organisations, clubs,
individuals and groups have benefited with over $2 million in
funds awarded. In August the Community Grants Program policy
was reviewed. The Program now includes new grant types:
Grant Type
Funding Area
Amount Available
1. Minor Grants
Travel Subsidy Grant
$150 - $300
Youth Encouragement Grant
Up to $500
General Grant
Up to $3,000
2. Major Grant
Major Grant
$3,001 to $10,000
3. Major Events Sponsorship
Major Events Sponsorship
Up to $20,000 for up to 3 years
4. City Infrastructure Grants
Leased Property Grants: Maintenance
Leased Property Grants: Rates Subsidy
Infrastructure Planning and Development Grants
Up to 50% of project cost not exceeding $30,000
For more information or to download an application form please visit the City’s website www.rockingham.wa.gov.au.
Local Aboriginal Heroes
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men
and women have consistently and gallantly
contributed to the defence of Australia, and
continue to do so in times of peace and
war. In recognition of their contribution and
their sacrifice a Defence Acknowledgement
of Country plaque has been installed at
the gate way to HMAS Stirling.
At the unveiling on 13 October, Nyungar
elder Teressa Walley performed the
welcome to country, and her grandson,
Jonathon Ford, did a smoking ceremony.
Mayor Barry Sammels and Councillor
Deb Hamblin represented the City of
Rockingham along with members of
the Reconciliation Action Committee,
including Chairperson Ashley Garlett. The
Royal Australian Navy was represented
by Captain Angela Bond, Commanding
Officer of HMAS Stirling.
The City has developed a close partnership
with the Navy and will continue to
work together on ways to support
the Reconciliation Action Plan for all
community members.
Council
Meeting
Dates
JAN
27
*
FEB
MAR
23
22
Meetings are held in the Council
Chambers, City of Rockingham
Administration Centre, Civic
Boulevard, Rockingham, and
start at 6pm. Members of the
public welcome.
* January 27 (Wednesday, due to
Australia Day public holiday)
Page 6 - Around Our Community
Penguin Outburst
Penguin Island is home to a permanent colony of little penguins.
So what better place to attempt a World Record penguin dress-up event?
In early October, 506 adults and kids in officially approved penguin costumes flocked to the island for the
Guinness Book of Records attempt. To qualify for the attempt, all participants had to wear a full penguin
costume including a head piece with a beak attached, black and white body suit and webbed feet.
The City of Rockingham’s Youth Advisory Council came up with the idea and it was fully supported
by Council. The attempt is expected to be ratified by the Guinness World Book soon.
Sports Star Awards
The 19th annual City of Rockingham Sports Star Awards in
October was hosted by Channel TEN sports presenter Lachy Reid,
and supported by local sponsors including the Sound Telegraph,
Rockingham Shopping Centre, F45 Training Rockingham, Aqua
Jetty Leisureplex, Athlete’s Foot Rockingham, and Baldivis Health
and Fitness.
Team of the Year
Finalists and Sponsors
Seven categories of awards showcased the depth and talent of
the athletes and the wonderful contribution in time and effort by
local volunteers within the City.
The 2015 Rockingham Sports Star Award winners were:
Junior
Matthew Ramsden
Athletics
Senior
Holly Barratt
Swimming
Sportsperson of the
Year with Disability
Justin Bettes
Ten Pin Bowling
Volunteer
Debbie Bird
Surf Life Saving
Team
Rockingham
Flames Ladies (SBL)
Basketball
Basketball
Club
Hillman Hornets
Cricket Club
Cricket
John Brown (JB)
Memorial Award
Brett McDonald
Marathon
Canoeing
The City thanks all the sponsors whose continued support makes
our Sports Star Awards possible.
Around Our Community - Page 7
PhotoVoice 2015 Winners
thway and local business PhotoCoffee, is
The City of Rockingham, together with Heal
-Commit PhotoVoice digital photography
involved in the amateur community Act-Belong
taking a photo in a theme, in this case
competition. PhotoVoice involves participants
it a ‘voice’.
Act-Belong-Commit, and captioning it to give
18 years
and Over
(Non-Modified)
Jacquie Duffus
Me First
13 – 17 Years (Non-Modified)
Shannon Hussey
Cartwheels By Sunset
“My sister embracing an active lifestyle
by practicing her acrobatics at Warnbro
Beach on a beautiful evening.”
“Nothing represents
‘belong’ more to
me than family.
Family members
run together
through life.”
12 Years
and Under
(Non-Modified)
Cohen McLellan
We Are Family
Student Workshop (Modified)
Jess Hartley (South Coast Baptist College)
Practice Makes Perfect
“Since joining the Tae Kwon Do community, it has
improved my physical and mental health immensely,
increasing my desire to improve my skills with others.”
“When you belong
you have to trust
in others. We are
family and we all
belong. We catch
each other when
we fall.”
Page 8 - Around Our Community
ROCKINGHAM WARD
Cr Barry Sammels (Mayor)
Cr Joy Stewart
Cr Kelly McManus
Barry is passionate about developing
the local community. His mission is to
work in partnership with the people
of Rockingham to create an inclusive
community in a leading City with a relaxed
coastal lifestyle. Barry understands the
needs of the local community, having been
a local business owner and resident of
the Rockingham area for 32 years, Mayor
of the City for 12 years and a Councillor
for 18 years. He chairs a number of
committees which focus on climate
change, community safety and major
projects in the area. He is committed to
building strong partnerships with State
and Federal Government.
Joy is an active member of the community
and has a strong passion for Rockingham,
being a local resident of the City for 40
years. She was one of the first people
in Australia to earn a Diploma in Local
Government during her first term on
Council. Joy prioritises her role in decision
making and likes being a voice for less
fortunate members of the community
such as the elderly and people living
with disability. She is the Chairperson on
various committees, as well as sitting on
several other Committees and Boards.
Joy is committed to the area and brings
the qualities of leadership, fairness and
open communication to her role as a
Rockingham Ward Councillor.
Kelly has lived and worked in this area for
more than 20 years and knows the demands
of being a working mum. She believes
that everyone has a part to play in the
progress of our community, and in keeping
our City the beautiful and vibrant place it
is today. She has two adult children and
is very interested in addressing the issues
facing families, young job seekers and the
less fortunate members of our community.
Her special interests include diving (she is a
marine dive master), triathlon, health and
wellbeing, and education. She is involved
in several committees, including Corporate
and Community Development Committee,
City Safe Advisory Committee, and the
Neighbourhood Watch Advisory Committee.
P: 9592 2344
E: [email protected]
P: 9592 4948
E: [email protected]
P: 0438 060 169
E: [email protected]
S A F E T Y B AY W A R D
Cr Deb Hamblin (Deputy Mayor)
Cr Leigh Liley
Cr Katherine Summers
Deb holds a Bachelor of Arts, and
a Graduate Diploma in Library and
Information Studies. She has a passion
for expanding educational opportunities
and promoting the value of literacy in our
community. Deb has been a Rockingham
resident for more than 30 years. She
is Vice Chair of the Library Board of
Western Australia, a Member of Murdoch
University’s Senate and a foundation
member of the Rockingham Education
Development Group. She is an active
contributor to a number of committees
including Community Development, City
Safe and Global Friendship, and is Chair
of the Heritage Advisory Committee.
A Rockingham resident for nearly 50
years Leigh is passionate about the needs
and lifestyle of our community, the
preservation of the region’s natural assets
and the advancement of a sustainable
economic future for all. Chairing the
Corporate and Community Development,
Grants Committee and Sports Advisory
Committees, and a member of Cultural
Advisory, Rockingham Education and
Training Advisory Committee (RETAC),
Governance and Sister Cities Committees,
Leigh has been able to represent and voice
the concerns of the Rockingham community
and influence decisions evidenced by
lobbying for facilities, programs and
support for community groups.
Katherine is a first time Councillor. She
has degrees in Fine Art and Education, is a
teacher at Kennedy Baptist College and is
also a part time law student. As a mother
of two teenagers she is keenly aware
of the challenges facing young people,
and their families, and is very interested
in helping to create opportunities for
young people. She is also an author and
journalist, and has maintained her own
blog for years at katherinesummers.com.
au. She is involved in several committees
including Global Friendship, Rockingham
Education and Training Advisory
Committee (RETAC) and the Rockingham
Lakes Regional Park Advisory Committee.
P: 9527 7687
E: [email protected]
P: 9593 8362
E: [email protected]
P: 0434938662
E: [email protected]
Around Our Community - Page 9
BALDIVIS WARD
Cr Matthew Whitfield
Cr Lee Downham
Matthew has owned his own small
business, has been a Senior Manager in
business and was also a police officer in
WA. He chairs the Neighbourhood Watch
Advisory Committee and the Roadwise
Committee, and also actively contributes
to the City Safe, Active Ageing, Disability
Access and Inclusion and Community
Grants committees, amongst others, as
well as sitting on three external
not-for-profit groups. His three main
passions are: making Rockingham a safer
place to live and work; attracting new
investment and business to the City; and
ensuring that the City provides full value
services to residents.
Lee is an ex-Army Warrant Officer who has
been living in Baldivis for five years. He is
married and has one child. He is a Business
Excellence consultant and a board member
of Play Therapy Advantage. He is also an avid
advocate of strong community cohesion. He
is particularly interested in ensuring sufficient
infrastructure in the area to accommodate
all ages (especially teenagers). His goal in
becoming a Councillor is to ensure robust
communication and provide a conduit
between Council and residents. He is
involved with several committees including
Corporate and Community Development,
Governance Review, Rockingham Kwinana
Regional Domestic Violence Committee
and the South West Corridor Planning and
Infrastructure Committee.
P: 0405 637 894
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
C O M E T B AY W A R D
Cr Chris Elliott
Cr Justin Smith
Chris holds a Ph.D, a Master of
Education and a Bachelor of Education.
As a member of Council for 17 years,
including a term as Mayor between
1997 to 2003, Chris has been a member
of, and has chaired, a range of Council
committees. A long-term resident, he
works to ensure adequate facilities are
developed, while the environmental
beauty of the area is retained. Chris
wants to help to make Rockingham
the best place to live, and is keen to
work with all tiers of government,
local businesses and the community in
assisting Rockingham to reach its tourism
and business potential.
Elected in October 2013, Justin grew
up and was educated locally, and has
resided in Secret Harbour with his family
since 2000. He is passionate about
small business, being an owner of a
finance business, past chairman of the
Rockingham Kwinana Small Business
Centre and past president and life member
of the Rockingham Kwinana Chamber of
Commerce. His was awarded the City of
Rockingham’s Australia Day Citizen of the
Year Award for 2013. He is an advocate
for the sound development of community
and recreational facilities in the City’s rapid
growth areas and the improvement of the
City’s foreshores to promote community
and tourism opportunities.
P: 9537 1096
E: [email protected]
P: 0408 912 244
E: [email protected]
Meet Our
Councillors
Local government
elections were held in
October. Approximately
17,000 people (24% of
eligible voters) throughout
the City cast a vote during
the election period. The
new Council is made up
of five women and five
men, and their average
age is younger than our
previous Council.
Page 10 - Environment
Environment
No Changes to
Bin Collection on
Public Holidays
There are no disruptions to waste and recycling collections
if your bin day falls on any of the public holidays:
Friday 25 December
Christmas Day
Saturday 26 December
Boxing Day
Monday 28 December
Boxing Day Public Holiday
Friday 1 January
New Year’s Day
Tuesday 26 January
Australia Day
Monday 7 March
Labour Day
Bins will be collected as normal, however please place
them on the kerb by 6am on your collection day.
Landfill Closure at Christmas
The Millar Road Landfill will continue to
operate from 7.30am to 4pm, seven days a
week. It will only be closed to the public on
Friday 25 December (Christmas Day).
Residents planning to visit the landfill prior
to Christmas are urged to consider having
their clean up early to avoid the Christmas
rush. Separate recyclable materials and
don’t forget tip pass barcodes.
Stan the Can
The City’s number one LitterBuster, Stan the
Can, is loving all the attention he’s getting lately.
His team is getting more than 100 litter reports
every month from people throughout the
community on the 1800 number and through
the free mobile app. Since July this year his
team has been collecting over 1000 tonnes of
litter and illegally dumped waste every month.
If you see Stan out and about give him a high
five to let him know you appreciate his efforts.
We can’t get rid of the litter without your help,
so - as Stan says - if you see it, bust it!
Stan the Can checking out the deals at the Garage Trail Sale...
…and meeting fans at the SAFE event
Community Safety - Page 11
Community Safety
Security Subsidy Scheme
It used to be the ‘Seniors Security Subsidy Scheme ‘, but the City has made
it more accessible. Now it’s the Security Subsidy Scheme, and the eligibility
conditions have been extended. If you have a valid Aged Pensioners Card,
Pension, Concession or Health Care Card, you are now eligible to apply for
a subsidy of up to $100.
The subsidy rebate can cover items that you have already purchased and
installed such as a personal door viewer, meter box lock, security sensor
lights, fire blanket, deadlocks for your front and rear doors, window locks
and smoke detectors.
Rockingham
Smartwatch
Launched
The Hon. Tony Simpson, Minister
for Local Government, and
Mayor Sammels launched the
new Rockingham SmartWatch
service at the SAFE event in
mid-November. Operating hours
and other details about the new
service are on the back page.
To be eligible for the subsidy:
• Items must be installed and invoiced within the current financial year
• You must be able to provide a receipt of purchase
• Only one claim per residential property per financial year is permitted
• Only one claim per valid pension, concession or health care card, per
financial year is permitted
The City of Rockingham provides no
guarantee that a rebate can be provided to
all applicants. Should the installation of your
chosen security or safety item depend on
the approval of the rebate, then please read
the instructions on the subsidy application
carefully. The item you install must be a
home security or safety product.
If you aren’t sure whether your
product complies, please call the
Community Safety Team at the
City of Rockingham on 9528 0333.
We have a range of events running this
summer including the Christmas Lights
Display, Christmas Movie, Bubble Soccer and
the International Food Festival. All events
throughout the series are alcohol free,
family friendly events. Take a look at the
What’s On calendar on our website for more
information www.rockingham.wa.gov.au.
Family Friendly
Foreshores
Did you know that it is illegal to
consume alcohol in a public place?
Help make the parks and foreshores
in Rockingham family friendly by not
consuming alcohol when you’re there.
Page 12 - Community Safety
Benny the Burglar
Surf’s up everybody!
While you go out for surf and sun
I’ll come round and have some fun.
Thanks for leaving stuff to see
Like a shiny phone or mp3,
Your jewellery, a wallet or GPS in view
Are quick to grab and take from you!
When you’re out and about this summer
remember to leave your valuables at home,
or remove them from your vehicle. This
way you will be sure to spoil Benny’s fun.
Theft from
Motor Vehicles
Look, Lock and Leave
It doesn’t matter if your car is parked
in your driveway, at the shops or at the
beach - remove all valuable items from
your vehicle before you walk away.
Holiday Watch
Rockingham SmartWatch offers a confidential Holiday Watch service that
provides a random patrol of your property while you are away, for a maximum
of three months. When calling to book a Holiday Watch patrol, please provide:
• Dates you will be leaving and returning
• Contact number while you are away
• Key holder details (if applicable)
• Details of any vehicles expected to be at the property
• Any other relevant information
Community Safety is giving away 100
free dashboard cloths to remind people to
remove all valuables from their vehicles.
To make a booking call 1300 657 123 between 12 noon and 4am, or book on
line on the City’s website, www.rockingham.wa.gov.au/smartwatch.
To receive a free dash cloth please
send an email titled ‘dash cloth’ to
[email protected]
with your full name and postal
address. Alternatively, please call
Community Safety on 9528 0333.
Firebreaks
Total Fire Bans
The City is in a Prohibited Burning
season effective from 1 December
until 31 March. All burning is
prohibited during this time.
A Total Fire Ban means you must not:
• Light, maintain or use a fire in
the open air
• Carry out an activity that causes
or is likely to cause a fire
Firebreaks and/or slashing must be
maintained up to and including
31 May 2016.
Firebreak inspections commenced on
1 December in accordance with the
City’s Fire Control Notice.
Fire Danger
Ratings
Keep up to date with the daily fire
danger ratings via a link on the home
page of the City of Rockingham’s
website www.rockingham.wa.gov.au
The ban includes:
• Hot works (welding, grinding,
soldering, gas cutting)
• All open solid fuel fires for the
purposes of cooking or camping
• Use of incinerators and
other activities
Total Fire bans (if declared) will
be listed on the DFES website
www.dfes.wa.gov.au and the City’s
website www.rockingham.wa.gov.au.
You can also check by calling
1800 709 355.
Any enquiries can be directed to the
City’s Emergency Services Team on
9528 0333.
What’s On
What’s On - Page 13
New Year’s Eve Celebration 2015
Join Jon Stevens, Hit Factory, Littlest Fox, Nate Lansdale and more as we celebrate the ringing
in of the New Year at the Rockingham foreshore. Starting at 5pm, 31 December and climaxing
with a typically barnstorming Stevens performance, with fireworks on the stroke of midnight,
the 2015 Community New Year’s Eve Celebration promises to be the best yet. Join more than
15,000 Rockingham residents at this family-friendly, smoke and alcohol-free event to ring
in 2016. For more details, check out the City’s website. The New Year’s Eve Celebration is
part of the City’s Summer Series of community events.
Big thanks to our sponsors
Australia Day
Let’s celebrate Australia Day Tuesday 26 January 2016 at Churchill Park, Rockingham Beach Rd.
There will be live performances, a petting zoo, face painting, amusement rides, an Aussie Craft
Corner, Mega Bubbles and Giant Games. This year’s celebration will begin at 3pm including
an outdoor screening of the loved Australian Movie Red Dog (PG) showing from 8pm.
Rockingham Aquatic Centre
Learn To Swim Program
Squad Training
Monday and Wednesday from 3.30pm
Tuesday and Thursday from 3.30pm
Saturday and Sunday from 10.15am
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday from 4pm
Series 3 & 4
Series 3:9/1/2016
Series 4:13/2/2016
Cost:
$130 for 10 lessons includes
entry for child and one adult
All swimmers attend two lessons per
week for five weeks.
Series 3 & 4
Series 3:11/1/2016
Series 4:15/2/2016
Cost:
Varies depending on how
many days you train.
Funday Sundays
Sunday from 1pm to 5pm
10/1/201631/1/2016
7/2/20166/3/2016
Cost:$3.30
Contact Swim School Coordinator
Liz on 9591 0835 for more
information.
Page 14 - What’s On
What’s On Around the City?
DATE
EVENT
Christmas Window Displays
5 DECEMBER –
4 JANUARY
Select your favourite window display from
participating businesses for a chance to win a
$100 shopping centre voucher.
Vote online www.rockingham.wa.gov.au
LOCATION
CONTACT
Settlers Ave,
Baldivis, Oasis Drive,
Secret Harbour,
Rockingham Foreshore
Community Development
9528 0333
Mary Davies Library and
Community Centre
9591 0800
[email protected]
PCYC Rockingham
Community Development
9528 0333
Toddler Movie
18 DECEMBER
10.30am
A movie toddlers will love, and time-out for
parents! Adults and children 4 years and under
welcome. Morning tea provided. Spaces are
limited!
18 DECEMBER
11am – 1pm
Skate Series Clinic
18 DECEMBER
Christmas Movie The Santa Clause (G) East Rockingham
Community Safety
9528 0333
31 DECEMBER
5pm onwards
New Year’s Eve Celebration 2015
Fireworks at midnight!
Churchill Park,
Rockingham Beach Rd
Contact Street Hassle Events
9524 8845 or the City on 9528
0333.
8 JANUARY
11am – 1pm
Skate Series Clinic
PCYC Rockingham
Community Development
9528 0333
15 JANUARY
11am – 1pm
Skate Series Clinic
Cooloongup Skate Park
Community Development
9528 0333
15 JANUARY
1.30pm – 2.30pm
Warnbro Library Free
Community Information Session
Swallowtail Parade,
Warnbro
To register please call 9528 0333
[email protected]
Daniel Kelley Memorial
Skate Park, Golden Bay
Community Development
9528 0333
Churchill Park,
Rockingham Beach Rd
Community Development
9528 0333
16 JANUARY
11am – 7pm
26 JANUARY
3pm onwards
Governor Rd Reserve,
Skate Series Competition
At Daniel Kelley Memorial Skate Park,
and Summer Series Golden Bay Street Fest.
Australia Day
Includes outdoor screening of the loved
Australian movie Red Dog (PG) at 8pm.
31 JANUARY
12pm – 5pm
Skate Series Competition
PCYC Rockingham
Community Development
9528 0333
2 FEBRUARY
6pm – 7.30pm
Finance Workshop Rockingham
Rockingham Arts Centre
Community Development
9528 0333
6 FEBRUARY
12pm – 4pm
Summer Series:
International Food Festival
Village Green,
Village Lane Rockingham
Community Development
9528 0333
9 FEBRUARY
9.30am – 10.30am
Free Community Information
Workshop
Mary Davies Library and
Community Centre
Register by calling the City
9528 0333 or
[email protected]
27 FEBRUARY
10am – 12pm
Summer Series: Bubble Soccer
Village Green,
Village Lane Rockingham
Community Development
9528 0333
Come and taste the flavours of the world!
What’s On - Page 15
To find out more please visit the
What’s On page of the City’s website:
www.rockingham.wa.gov.au
Disclaimer: Information is accurate at time of printing. Accuracy cannot be guaranteed as changes may be
made by the event organiser after the publication date. If you would like to have your event listed in future
editions please contact [email protected] or telephone 9528 0333 during normal business hours.
DATE
EVENT
LOCATION
CONTACT
8 MARCH
6pm – 7pm
Free Information Session
Rockingham Arts Centre
Register by calling the City
9528 0333 or
[email protected]
Lark Hill Sports Complex
Register by calling the City
9528 0333 or
[email protected]
19 MARCH
9am – 4:30pm
Harmony Week
Rugby 7s Competition and Cultural
Music Festival
19 MARCH
8.30pm – 9.30pm
Earth Hour
Community Development
9528 0333
27 MARCH
Neighbour Day
Community Development
9528 0333
Whats on at Mary Davies Library
and Community Centre
DATE
EVENT
WEDNESDAY 13 JANUARY 2016
10am – 11am (5-8 years)
& 12pm – 1pm (9-12 years)
Jewellery Making
FRIDAY 15 JANUARY 2016
12pm – 3pm (13-17 years)
Teen movie
MONDAY 18 JANUARY 2016
10am – 11am (0-5 years)
11am – 12pm (5-12 years)
WEDNESDAY, 20 JANUARY 2016
10am – 12pm
FRIDAY 22 JANUARY 2016
10am – 11am (5-12 years)
MONDAY 25 JANUARY 2016
10am – 11am (6-12 years)
WEDNESDAY 27 JANUARY 2016
1pm – 2pm (12-17 years)
Create some new bling in our jewellery workshop just for kids! Let your imagination run wild
and use our huge range of beads to create your own one-of-a-kind piece to take home.
Chill out and enjoy a free movie with your mates. Snacks provided, bookings essential!
Water Play
Feeling hot? Visit the library to cool down! We’ll have a bunch of fun things to do in our
edible garden!
Be warned, you WILL get wet! Wear your swimmers or old clothes and bring a towel!
Kids secondhand toy market
Hey kids - need some pocket money? Why not clear out the toys you don’t use anymore and
sell them at our toy market? Spaces are limited so book in now!
Kite Making Workshop
What’s more beautiful than a colourful kite in the blue summer sky? Come to the library to
make your own kite to fly all summer!
$5.50 per child
Make your own juggling balls
Roll up, roll up and make juggling balls at the Mary Davies Library. Get crafty and test your
skills to be able to show your family and friends
3D printer teen session
High school kids – come along and learn about our MakerBot 3D printer. See a printing
demonstration, explore a huge range of printable designs and have a go at our 3Doodler
pen! Spaces are very limited so book in today!
Neighbours Unite
Rockingham SmartWatch Is Here
Neighbours Unite is a new initiative
aimed at increasing neighbourhood
awareness and creating a more
connected community.
12noon – 4am, seven days per week
including public holidays.
Are you a Neighbours
Unite Champion?
Rockingham SmartWatch does not
undertake nor respond to police
operational matters or emergency
situations. In an emergency call 000
(life-threatening situation, serious crime,
or immediate threat of danger to people
or property). Call 131 444 for nonemergency police assistance.
Being a Neighbours Unite
Champion can be as simple as:
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Knowing your neighbours
Looking after your neighbour’s
house when they are away
Walking the dogs together
Putting their bins out for
them or collecting their mail
Saying hello regularly
Sign up now to Neighbours
Unite by sending an email to
neighboursunite@rockingham.
wa.gov.au with your name and
suburb to receive your free gift.
Community Safety
Starts with you
Why not become a Neighbours Unite
champion and invite some neighbours
to a BBQ this Australia Day?
It doesn’t have to be at your house,
it can be in the local park.
1300 657 123 during operational hours.
ZONE 1
Call Rockingham SmartWatch to
monitor, report, and record:
• Anti-social behaviour
• Suspicious behaviour
• Trespass
• Illegal camping
• Neighbourhood disturbances
• Public alcohol consumption
• Any other concerning incidents
that are not of an urgent or
life-threatening nature
• Holiday watch
• Suspected arson
Residents in the rural areas of
Rockingham can expect to see more
SmartWatch vehicles as they undertake
patrols looking for arsonists and bushfire
during this year’s fire season. Using
SmartWatch’s advanced surveillance
technology officers will have the
capacity to detect smoke and gather
intelligence concerning the movements
of suspicious vehicles and persons, and
pass this on to police attached to Strike
Force Vulcan for further investigation.
ZONE 3
East Rockingham
Peron
Rockingham
Cooloongup
Shoalwater
Six Rockingham SmartWatch Officers
are on duty at all times during
operational hours.
The City of Rockingham is divided into
three zones, each with its own dedicated
SmartWatch vehicle.
Hillman
Safety Bay
Waikiki
Baldivis
Warnbro
ZONE 2
Port Kennedy
Secret Harbour
Golden Bay
Karnup
Singleton
Important Safety Contacts in an Emergency
In an emergency call
(for hearing impaired)
For non-emergency Police assistance call
Crime Stoppers
Rockingham SmartWatch
State Emergency Service (SES)
www.rockingham.wa.gov.au
000
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131 444
1800 333 000
1300 657 123
132 500
Contact us
City of Rockingham Administration Centre
Civic Boulevard Rockingham
p. 9528 0333
e. [email protected]