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City of Busselton

Locality: Busselton, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9781 0444

Address: 2 Southern Drive 6280 Busselton, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.busselton.wa.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Last night the City of Busselton hosted a thank you sundowner for volunteers who work across our District. Without the contribution of volunteer groups and individuals many of the services and benefits we enjoy as community members would not be available. Pat yourself on the back if you are a volunteer - your efforts are appreciated! Pictured here are: Brian Trainer (Friends of Carbanup Reserve and Meelup Volunteer); Vikki Viela - Toby Inlet Catchment Group, Friends of Old... Police Reserve, Wildflower Society - SW Capes); Kay Leeman City of Busselton Environmental Management Officer, Stuart Ratcliffe (Friends of Quedjinmia Reserve); Richard Clark (Friends of Shepherds Way Park Busselton, Friends of Peron Reserve Dunsborough, Ambergate Reserve Management Committee, Wildflower Society WA- SW Capes). Marion Hansen (Bsn Bowling Club); Chris and Wayne Coyle (Dunsborough Districts Country Club); Pam Glossop (Club Development Officer City of Busselton); Helen Paganoni (Bsn Bowling Club).

25.01.2022 We’re undertaking some necessary repairs to the Dunsborough and Busselton Skate parks so they’re in the best condition before the school holidays start. From 1 December - 10 December, small sections of the skate parks will need to be cordoned off to undertake these works. The parks will remain open other than the area of immediate work. ... City of Busselton Youth Services

25.01.2022 (, & ) How to Deal with Difficult People in a Sporting Environment About this Event... Umpires, referees and judges are invited to attend this breakfast to take the opportunity to listen and learn about how to manage participants in a sporting environment. This event is targeted at all officials regardless of your experience and would be relevant to those about to take up officiating in any form. Please note that the event will commence at 7:00am sharp and doors open 6:45am. Thanks to the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries for providing funding for this event. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/breakfast-for-officials-ref

25.01.2022 #throwbackthursday Keeping with the theme of early sporting clubs - here is Busselton Congregational Gymnasium Club in 1924! No leotards in sight! How amazing is this piece of local history from nearly 100 years ago. Courtesy of Busselton Libraries (PH00565)... Busselton Congregational Gymnasium Club, 1924. Busselton and Dunsborough Libraries

24.01.2022 Community members are invited to a special tree planting to commemorate World Peace Day and the 75th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan. The Gingko biloba sapling being planted has been grown from a seed from a tree that was burnt but survived the atomic bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima in 1945. Seeds are distributed around the world to promote world peace.... For more information www.busselton.wa.gov.au//International-Intranational-Relat #mayorsforpeace #Busselton #peace

23.01.2022 Last chance to register for the Lower Vasse River 2020 Community Update. If you are interested in the Lower Vasse River, this is an event not to miss!

22.01.2022 Tomorrow our Foreshore Parks and Gardens crew will be undertaking some important work on the Busselton Foreshore Toddler Playground. This requires a portion of the playground to be fenced off. The timber decking on and around the train is undergoing treatment to keep it in tip-top condition. These play elements will be out of action from early tomorrow morning (Wed 25 Nov) until around lunchtime the next day (Thurs 26 Nov). ... Thanks very much for your patience.

22.01.2022 ( !) Although today is the first day of spring, the rain and wind is trying to tell us otherwise! So lets celebrate all things S P R I N G! Share you favourite spring photo below - wildflowers on your hike, new buds in your garden, magnificent sunrises, whatever makes you feel alive! ... Red and Green Kangaroo Paw, Anigozanthos manglesii was proclaimed the floral emblem of Western Australia on 9 November 1960!

22.01.2022 ! Just finished school or studying at TAFE? Like tech and gadgets? Like people and customer service? Interested in working in Information Technology? ... You get - A paid 12 month contract - Work towards a Cert IV in Information Technology - Great experience and skills Any questions get in touch but be quick, applications close 6 December! Head to the City's website to find out more about this role and our Youth Development Trainee opportunity. https://www.busselton.wa.gov.au//Working-for-the/Vacancies #opportunity #development #tech #work #school #school #informationtechnology #jobs #hiring #internships #career #youthdevelopment

21.01.2022 ! The WA Container Deposit Scheme commencement on 01/10/20 will commence around the state. We will have three sites within the City:... Return-It Busselton 8 Wright St. Busselton; Return-It Express Pod Busselton Transfer Station, Rendezvous Rd. Vasse; MR Refund Dunsborough 6 Clark St. Dunsborough More info. around each sites specific opening hours and other Scheme details, may be found on the Containers For Change website - https://www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/where-return https://youtu.be/JalvEobzWk0

20.01.2022 When recycling, please remove lids from bottles and jars! They are too small to be recycled by our contractor. Instead, create a separate collection container for them at home and when full, drop to one of the following Precious Plastic Margaret River recycling collection points:... Marlee Moon Upcycle and Vintage (Busselton) Geographe Timber & Hardware Makit (Busselton) Zen Caf (Busselton) YMCA Family Day Care (Busselton) Vasse General Store Dunsborough Community Garden #recycle #watchyourwaste #lidsoff

18.01.2022 ’ This week Grant chats to staff and volunteers in the lead up to the ArtGeo Art Awards and the Christmas Bazaar down at the ArtGeo Cultural Complex. Everyone is welcome & we hope to see you there!

17.01.2022 Are you interested in knowing more about the convention centre component of the new Busselton Performing Arts and Convention Centre development? Listen to what Tracy Johnston has to say. Tracy is an business events specialist who has worked in the convention industry across regional and metropolitan Australia. She provides a great insight into how the conference industry can benefit economies and why she thinks the City of Busselton is so attractive to this sector. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=argeFHE9F8U

16.01.2022 Kindy Kids visit Busselton Margaret River Airport! A lucky group of Kindy children from Cornerstone Christian College had an exciting visit to the airport last week. One of the childrens Dad is a pilot and talked about flying aeroplanes, especially his job flying aircraft used for fighting fires. David Russell, Airport Operations Coordinator also showed the children the departures lounge and processed their tickets! Thanks for visiting!

16.01.2022 The Geographe Leisure Centre currently has a few opportunities to join their fun team! Check them out below

14.01.2022 Beach Emergency Number (BEN) signs have been installed at beach access points along the WA coast. The signs, which display a unique location code, are provided as a means of improving emergency services response times to emergency incidents on our beaches. Improved response times will save lives. To date in 2020, two BEN signs within the City of Busselton have been stolen. The theft of these signs is not only a serious risk to the safety of our community, but ...is also an expense for the Citys ratepayers with the cost to replace each sign about $400. The City will press charges if we are able to identify the person or persons who have taken these signs. Please contact the Citys Ranger Services on 9781 0444 if you have any information that may lead to identifying the offenders.

14.01.2022 Entries are now open for the highly anticipated 2020 City of Busselton Art Award! We are excited to be introducing a new format for this years award extending t...he show into the entire ArtGeo Cultural Complex as well as hosting a big street party for the opening! First Prize is $10,000 (acquisitive) + solo exhibition in ArtGeo Gallery (2021). Theres an Emerging Artist Award of $2,500 and a Peoples Choice of $500. https://www.artgeo.com.au/art-award/key-dates See more

14.01.2022 ? . Depending on the type, batteries can contain lead, lithium, nickel and cadmium. These materials are toxic in landfill and can be recycled. Batteries are collected by Battery World in Bunbury, sorted by chemistry type and sent to battery manufacturers to pull apart and re-use components. Over 2 million kgs of batteries have been recycled through the program to date. ... Drop your batteries off to the Busselton Library, the Naturaliste Community Centre, Aldi, the Busselton Transfer Station, or the Dunsborough Waste Facility for recycling.

14.01.2022 This year we have already celebrated 134 new citizens within the City of Busselton! At the August ceremony 35 applications were naturalised from 15 different nationalities including United Kingdom, Thailand, New Zealand, South Africa, Ireland, Zambia, Spain, Vietnam, India, Kenya, Philippines, Sri Lanka, France, Canada and the United States of America. With 18 more citizens to be welcomed in September, we are on schedule to top last years total of 68 new citizens! We are glad to have you all in our community.

13.01.2022 16 Days in WA has motivated many communities to consider their attitudes and values, take action and create awareness of an important cause in the State. Check out our some of teams getting into the action and supporting this great cause in the super rad 'Respect' Tik Tok!

12.01.2022 , Our coastal parks, reserves and foreshores through which we get to the coast and the ocean, and which in their own right are also central to our lifestyle, identity and economy. Coastal parks, reserves and foreshores also play a valuable role in protecting our homes and infrastructure from coastal erosion and flooding, as well as being a home for native plants and animals. Share your thoughts... In this survey, the coast has been split into a number of sections, and you can choose which sections of the coast you comment on. We look forward to your feedback, which we are sure will be of great assistance to the City in guiding future management of our coast. Submissions close: Sunday 13 September https://yoursay.busselton.wa.gov.au/coastal-parkland-utilis

12.01.2022 If your native bushland has or is at risk from dieback, phosphite spray will give native plants 2 to 3 years resistance against the disease. The Busselton Dieback Working Group has a trailer-mounted spray unit available for hire. Its only used for phosphite so it is free of pesticides and other unwanted chemicals. The spray unit has a 30 metre hose with a 20 m spray distance, allowing you to cov...er areas up to 50 m from the roadway or track used to gain access to your vegetation. One tankful will cover an area 100-200 m long by 30 m wide in forested bushland, more in low scrub, less in dense bushland. Its best to have two people using this spray unit: one to drive the vehicle; the second to operate the spray. It shouldnt be used on a hot day or when rain is forecast within 24 hours. Contact Julie or Duncan via the groups Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BusseltonDWG or phone 9756 6617 if youd like to hire the spray unit and trailer. Cost is $50 per day plus phosphite at $40 per tankful.

11.01.2022 The sun was shining yesterday at the unveiling of the newly redeveloped netball sporting precinct. The Lois Hannay Netball Pavillion was officially opened during a regional championship hosted at Lou Weston Courts. In March last year the City was awarded $400,000 through the State Governments Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund. This certainly got the ball rolling and for that we are very grateful. The delivery of this $1.7 million project has been jointly fund...ed by the City of Busselton, the Busselton Netball Association, who contributed $120,000 toward the new pavilion and the State Government. It enabled: Construction of the new Lois Hannay Netball Pavilion. The upgrade of 9 netball courts to 12 courts 6 of which are multi-use. The upgrade of existing lights to LED and the installation of infrastructure for future lighting upgrades. The multi-use courts will benefit amateur basketballers providing additional training and game courts, as well as courts for social use they are already proving to be very popular. These new facilities will future-proof the growth of netball and basketball in the region, both for our juniors and senior players Well done to all those involved in the design, construction and delivery of this wonderful new community asset. The City would also like to acknowledge the presence of The Hon. Mick Murray MLA, Minister for Seniors and Ageing; Volunteering; Sport and Recreation and Libby Mettam MLA, Member for Vasse.

11.01.2022 Got a feeling that someone you know or care about it isnt behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or theyre just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when its time to ask R U OK?

11.01.2022 The Community Citizen of the Year Awards recognise outstanding contribution by local people to local communities throughout Western Australia. Do you know someone A M A Z I N G?... Who makes a real difference in your community? Outstanding contribution and community service includes areas such as; education, health, fund-raising, charitable and voluntary services, business, sport, arts, the environment, social inclusion or any other area that contributes to the advancement and well being of a community. Nominations close 31st October https://www.citizenshipawards.com.au/nominate/

10.01.2022 Thanks to F.A.W.N.A Inc. this orphaned or abandoned female Brushtail joey is in good hands and is expected to survive. What to do if you find injured or distressed wildlife? Contact FAWNA on M: 0438 526 660 https://www.fawna.com.au/contact-us/ ... Follow advice provided by the carer and if possible, contain the animal securely so that it does not injure itself further or injure you use a towel or similar to pick it up and place in a secure, well ventilated box in a quiet, dark place. DO NOT feed the animal or give it water unless you have been advised to do so. Thank you FAWNA, you are doing an amazing job!

10.01.2022 Always give your dirty recyclables a rinse before throwing them in the bin! Food scraps contaminate recycling and make the materials less valuable.

09.01.2022 ! Congratulations to all those people involved in the creation of the Dunsborough Djiljit Mia Community Gathering Place. Djiljit Mia has just been announced winner of the Kidsafe National Playspace Design Award which recognises excellence and innovation in the provision of safe, creative playspaces across Australia. ... This is a fabulous achievement! Kidsafe Australia

09.01.2022 Today is #CitizenshipDaya day for celebrating the shared Australian values that unite us and welcoming our new citizens to our community. Today the City of Busselton welcomed 18 new citizens with residents being naturalised from 8 different countries Netherlands, New Zealand, India, Canada, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Singapore & Maldives! Aussie - Aussie - Ausse! Oi! Oi! Oi!... #AustralianCitizenship Australian Department of Home Affairs

08.01.2022 With support from Rio Tinto, the City of Busselton are offering an exciting traineeship opportunity that supports the engagement and development of youth in the region, focusing on increasing youth participation and upskilling our workforce of the future. Pictured here is our current trainee - the super Hannah. ... Could you be next?! https://www.busselton.wa.gov.au//Working-for-the/Vacancies

08.01.2022 Yesterday nominations opened for the 2021 Community Citizen of the year award. Know someone great? Awards are presented throughout WA on Australia Day by local councils. So give someone a well deserved pat on the back and nominate them now ... https://www.citizenshipawards.com.au/nominate/ #ReflectRespectCelebrate #WeAreAllPartoftheStory #Auspiring #COTY #CitizenshipAwards

08.01.2022 ' ? Now is the time to start thinking about what we are going to call our new performing arts and convention centre. What’s in a name you ask? Well, a great deal!... Head over to Your Say Busselton for more information. https://yoursay.busselton.wa.gov.au/pac

08.01.2022 ! Since 2012, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), along with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), has been asking citizen scientists to take part in the count to learn more about where quendas are currently living and compare this to previous years.This helps to work out how their distribution an populations are changing. This year they are also asking for help with identifying potential disease outbreaks am...ong the quenda populations. Surveys can be done any time during the spring months, from 1 September until 30 November. For more information on the project and details of how to get involved visit the Quenda Q & A website - https://www.wwf.org.au/news/blogs/quenda-qanda#gs.dnrei8

08.01.2022 ! We want to see you in our City Centre! Building Busseltons video competition is open until 31st October. To enter, simply make a 35sec video of yourself enjoying your favourite place in our City Centre that promotes its vibrancy and charm. Post your video on your personal Facebook page and tag #buildingbusselton Dont forget to load up some hashtags! #buildingbusselton #bussohustle #bussohangin #bussofun #shoplocal #lovelocal... Alternatively go to our Building Busselton Facebook page, like our page and put your video in comments. Remember to tag a friend too. Then share, share, like and share!

08.01.2022 - ! Are you looking for a unique point of difference to show case your business? Our seasonal Kiosks located on the Busselton Foreshore may just be what you are looking for! The last Kiosk is available are you interested in this great opportunity for the upcoming tourism season?... To find out more visit https://www.busselton.wa.gov.au//Property-and-Business-Exp

07.01.2022 ! Tag your local cafe, retailer, service provider, mobile business and let us know about your customer service experience!

07.01.2022 - The City would like to invite you to come and hear the latest news about the Lower Vasse River before summer starts! Topics will include:... Water quality, reducing nutrients and future funding - Department of Water and Environmental Regulation Living Streams progress - City of Busselton Vasse Diversion Drain upgrade - Water Corporation Community perspectives - LVR Advisory Group representative See more

03.01.2022 In November Water Corporation will start upgrade work on the Vasse Diversion Drain. Work involves widening the drain and constructing an overflow structure to increase flood capacity. If youd like to know more about this project, you can visit the pop-up information stalls in Busselton on 12 & 13 September, or check out the projects online hub. For more information visit yoursay.watercorporation.com.au/VasseDrainUpgrade ... Saturday 12 September 8am 12pm Busselton Community Garden Market Sunday 13 September 7am 12pm Busselton Rotary Market Signal Park, Busselton

03.01.2022 A gentle reminder about showing respect to all road users, whether motorist or cyclist. Would you talk to your Gran like that?

03.01.2022 As many of you have noticed, spring has sprung and with that brings lots of little wildlife babies! A timely reminder to show caution with ducklings emerging from their nests in search of wetlands or river. Some mothers nest far away from the water in tree hollows and often have a long journey ahead of them! If you see ducks and ducklings, try to avoid them without endangering yourselves or other road users, do not approach or feed them in this vulnerable state.

03.01.2022 The Lower Vasse River Management Advisory Group held its 3rd meeting on 19 August 2020, with Wadandi Cultural Custodian Iszaac Webb presenting on the Indigenous values of the Lower Vasse River.

03.01.2022 In recognition of the volunteers in our community in the sport, culture and the arts, community and environmental sectors, the City of Busselton is inviting volunteers from each organisation to sundowner to say "thank you". Monday 30 November from 5:30pm to 7:00pm... https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/volunteer-appreciation-sund See more

02.01.2022 ’ The winners of the City of Busselton’s Mayors for Peace Children’s art completion were recently presented their awards packs by Mayor Grant Henley. Nine artworks have been submitted to the international competition in Japan which is open to over 8000 cities in over 160 countries around the world.... The winners of the prize packs were awarded to Kyra Cox (6 10 years) & Charlie Cockman (11 15 years), pictured here in Council Chambers. Congratulations to our winners and great work to all who entered!

01.01.2022 Mosquito season continues due to spring rainfall and warm weather! Ensure you cover up and use repellent when outdoors in mosquito prone areas. The City’s Health team is continuing to target mosquito breeding sites, with another helicopter treatment of identified wetland breeding sites occurring on Wednesday 25 November. ... Information on the City’s mosquito management program and actions you can take to protect your home is available at https://www.busselton.wa.gov.au//Environm/Mosquito-Control

01.01.2022 Lot's happening next weekend at ArtGeo Cultural Complex!

01.01.2022 - If you have ever considered entering a piece of artwork in Dunsboroughs Sculpture by the Bay, 2021 is the year to go for it! The City of Busselton has increased the prize money for the 2021 Acquisitive Award. This winning piece of art work will be acquired by the City as part of its public artwork collection and installed in Dunsborough. Along with the honour and positive exposure, the Acquisitive Award winner will also receive $10,00...0 - this is twice the amount awarded in previous years. City of Busselton Cr Jo Barrett-Lennard said: The value of the prize reflects the maturity of the event, the calibre of artists it attracts and the increasing value our community places on sculpture and other forms of public art. This is not a small event - it brings over 10,000 visitors to the district each year. The City has been able to build a wonderful collection of public art works through the acquisitive process. Were happy to support the event and we recognise the cultural and social benefits it brings to the broader community. Sculpture by the Bay is on from 27 Feb 1 March 2021. Entries opened on 1 September and close 30 November. In 2021 the entry fee for both the Sculpture by the Bay and the Small Sculpture Prize will be waivered. To find out more and to submit an entry form visit https://www.sculpturebythebay.com.au/ Pictured here are City of Busselton Cr Jo Barrett-Lennard, Chris Harding, Greg Banfield and Jacquie Happ.

01.01.2022 ! The results of the 2020 City of Busselton Community Satisfaction Survey undertaken over July and August have been analysed and presented to Council. While there are opportunities for improvement, it seems that almost everyone rates the City of Busselton very highly as a great place to live and a fabulous place to visit!... #cityofbusselton #itsagreatplacetolive