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24.01.2022 Have you ever spotted a Carnabys Black Cockatoo? A much-loved Western Australian icon, these impressive birds can be rather conspicuous, sometimes congregating... into large flocks. As part of the Environment Restoration Fund, the Australian Government has announced $3 million in funding to help in the recovery of this threatened bird. The funding will be delivered by five natural resource management organisations: NACC, Peel-Harvey Catchment Council, Wheatbelt Natural Resource Management Inc, South West Catchments Council (SWCC), and South Coast Natural Resource Management Inc., in partnership and with the support of BirdLife Australia. This project will focus on finding and protecting breeding sites and restoring breeding habitat. The decline in Carnabys has been primarily due to the loss and fragmentation of habitat. Carnabys also require nesting hollows from large trees that are up to 200 years of age. The project will work with landholders to install nesting boxes in important breeding areas and help in the raising of Black Cockatoo fledglings in time for the main breeding season. To learn more visit: https://www.abc.net.au//carnabys-black-cockatoos-/12570634 National Landcare Program Have you ever spotted a Carnabys Black-Cockatoo? A much-loved Western Australian icon, these impressive birds can be rather conspicuous, sometimes congregating into large flocks.

24.01.2022 In this hot weather it is important to leave water out for the birds

24.01.2022 Join in the fun and get fit

24.01.2022 Keep up the fight Sadly our Red Tailed Black Cockatoos and Carnaby's Cockatoos are under threat from Greedy Sand Mining Company Hanson Australia. Help us stop them from clearing 'protected' Banksia Woodland in Wellard WA. see our website to see how you can help www.stopbanksiamines.com

23.01.2022 Thanks to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions We are pleased to invite you to join in the fun at the Casuarina Wellard Community hall at 11 Barker Road, Wellard

22.01.2022 Its gonna be a hot one!! Today is set to hit 40 degrees in the Kwinana area. Please have your bush fire action plan ready. For all other information visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au

22.01.2022 Don’t miss out on vital information to make you and your family, friends and neighbours safe this summer

20.01.2022 Quite often these days development projects require clearing of native remnant vegetation , when this impacts on threatened species or threatened ecological com...munities under the Federal EPBC act* , impacts may be offset by the provision of land elsewhere. Unfortunately with such losses of more than 80 percent of vegetation cleared on the Swan Coastal Plain , this is getting harder and harder to find suitable and comparable land as an offset , proving that it is not a sustainable long term answer to protection of biodiversity. With the political movement of Federal Environmental watchdog and safety net powers being delegated to the states in some cases it is very concerning offsets may continue into the future. ( *The Environmental Protection Biodiversity and Conservation act protects Matters of National Environmental Significance ).

20.01.2022 We are pleased to announce the re-opening of the Casuarina Wellard hall to our regular community groups. Whilst we are currently limited to 20 people at this stage, it wont be long before allowable numbers will be increased. We still have some time slots available if there are any groups looking for hall space.

19.01.2022 CALL TO ACTION Please help us to save Lot 123 Mortimer Road, Casuarina. Lot 123 Mortimer Road contains 45ha of excellent quality Banksia woodland vegetation, threatened fauna habitat, and a conservation category wetland. It is one of the last remaining intact Banksia Woodland areas of this quality, size and significance in Kwinana, with 84% of this site representing this threatened ecological community.... This is a significant foraging and breeding site for the Critically Endangered Carnaby's Cockatoo, and the Forest Red Tail Black Cockatoo. It contains priority fauna including Western Brush Wallaby (Priority 4) and the Southern Brown Bandicoot (Priority 5). All of the documentation is on the EPAs webpage at this address: http://www.epa.wa.gov.au//subdivision-lot-123-mortimer-roa This is a Controlled Action under the EPBC Act which is being assessed under bilateral agreement by WA EPA. This is open for comment on level of assessment it should be a PER. So please send a submission for this. The more people respond the better. Call for level of assessment to be formal at PER (Public Environmental Review)

18.01.2022 The Kalino Music and Arts Academy offers a fabulous array of lessons including singing, piano, drums and guitar. Percy is the energy and talent behind the Acad...emy and is backed up by a professional team of experienced teachers ready to inspire. The new Bertram shop has several studios for one-on-one teaching as well as small group lessons. The shop front also offers a great supply of retail Music instruments, books and music accessories. See more

17.01.2022 Have you seen any wildlife on our roads?

17.01.2022 Advice remains to stay home when possible - if you must go out for essentials or healthcare please stay away from other people and wash your hands regularly. If... you are sick you MUST NOT leave home for any reason. Call your doctor. www.health.gov.au//australian-government-text-message-rega See more

17.01.2022 A worthwhile initiative. Good work

15.01.2022 An update from City of Kwinana Mayor Carol Adams on actions taken by the City in response to COVID-19.

14.01.2022 Calling all quenda observers! Have you seen a quenda in your garden? The Spring Quenda Count is back and we need your help to understand how Quendas are doing i...n the Southwest of WA. To find out more about this program, please click on the link below and register by emailing - [email protected] This year's count will run from the 1st of September to the 30th of November. https://www.wwf.org.au/news/blogs/quenda-qanda

13.01.2022 At the City of Kwinana we are encouraging you, where possible, to support our local businesses. Want to know how you can help? We'll be sharing some different w...ays you can support open businesses over the coming weeks. One great idea is to order in or take away a meal from a local cafe or restaurant who are still offering food services. If you have a local takeaway business, let us know in the comments below! #supportlocal See more

13.01.2022 From today Tuesday 1st December all areas within the City of Kwinana have now entering the Prohibited burning period. This means all burning, including garden reguse is now prohibited. If you see smoke call 000

11.01.2022 Also a good time to take a look around your property to check how the fire breaks are and if any grass needs trimming back.

11.01.2022 POSTPONED: 2020 AGM Our Annual General Meeting was originally planned for the 30th August (tomorrow) at 11AM, unfortunately we are needing to postpone our AGM to a later date, to be confirmed. We will provide notice for the new AGM date in accordance with the CWPA model rules via email to all members, CWPA website post and our CWPA Facebook page.

10.01.2022 We all need to do our bit to keep each other safe

10.01.2022 Property Inspections have started, you may see City Assist vehicles out and about conducting inspections. Ensure your property complies with the City’s fire notice. For more information please contact the City on 9439 0200 or visit our website > www.kwinana.wa.gov.au/fires

09.01.2022 Let’s all do our bit so we can enjoy a safe bushfire free summer

09.01.2022 Today is #EarthDay. With so much going on in the world, we are taking a moment to recgonise 50 years of Earth Day and this years theme Climate Action. See how you can help support Earth Day and their mission by visitng the website today > https://www.earthday.org/

09.01.2022 The damage domestic pets do to our native fauna is unsustainable

08.01.2022 Have you checked your fire breaks for compliance? Does it meet the 4 x 4 test? The weather is hotting up, the bush is drying out and time is running out. Make your fire break compliance your top priority for this weekend! A little effort now could save you, your family, friends and neighbours from the devastation caused by out of control bush fires.

08.01.2022 We can and should, all do our bit to limit the transmission of COVID-19

07.01.2022 Join us at the Casuarina Wellard hall at 10.00am on Sunday 25th October for an information session relating to this year's Fire Notice. There are changes from last year so make sure you come along and get the latest information and have any questions you may have, answered. We will be starting off the morning with morning tea from 10.00 -10.15am followed by the CWPA AGM, Fire notice session and sausage sizzle (christening the recently relocated BBQs.)

07.01.2022 Please note that due to the current COVID-19 pandemic the Casuarina Wellard hall and associated grounds are now closed until further notice. For the safety of all please comply with all of the safety measures that have been implemented by local, State and Federal Governments. The sooner we all self isolate and adopt social distancing the sooner we will all be able to once again interact as a community. Please stay safe and look after each other.

07.01.2022 Hear more from Mayor Carol Adams OAM as she brings you the latest updates from the Council Meeting held on Wednesday, 22 April.

07.01.2022 Restrictions may be easing throughout Western Australia, however that doesnt mean we can forget about practicing proper hygiene and maintaining social distanci...ng. Please remember to continue regularly and thoroughly cleaning your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. When you leave the house, maintain social distancing between yourself and others. Stay safe and stay connected. See more

07.01.2022 Starting your own worm farm is easy - you just need to learn how! Discover how you can start converting your kitchen waste into fertiliser at the City's Worm Fa...rm Workshop on Saturday, 7 March. Worms convert your waste into both liquid fertiliser and castings that will help take your garden to the next level! City residents will also be able to enjoy the exclusive opportunity to purchase a fully established Worm Farm package at a discounted price of $100. How good is that! Join us at this free event from 11am to 1pm at the Ken Jackman Hall, Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre > https://kwin.city/38EKGB1 See more

06.01.2022 We know the kids are probably itching to get outside, but we ask that you please, only use our beaches and parks to exercise. Please keep the safety of yourself... and your community in mind and do not gather in groups or visit for long periods of time. Practice social distancing at all times. See more

04.01.2022 Call to action Update Lot 123 Mortimer Rd Casuarina is a unique bushland treasure which deserves protection! It is 45 ha of regionally significant, intact biodiverse bushland and wetlands (CCW and swamps) in excellent condition proposed for subdivision. In the past it was rezoned to urban without being assessed by the EPA a big mistake. Under the EPBC Act it is a controlled action for assessment because it is Banksia Woodlands TEC in excellent condition, it has no i...ncursions. The proposal for subdivision is now open until 13 April for public comment to the EPA on the level of assessment. PLEASE do an on-line submission to call for the EPA to set the level of assessment as a Public Environmental Review - PER. Give the significant environmental factors: eg - Bassendean Central and South Vegetation Complex only 1.2% is in secure conservation tenure, supposed to be at least 10% secured. Should be added to conservation estate as an A class reserve for the purpose of conservation of nature. State Government could acquire it via the MRIF administered by WAPC. - Flora and vegetation: rich in diversity with at least 5 Floristic Community Types (FCT) present, at least 202 native flora species present - Is Banksia Woodlands of the Swan Coastal Plain endangered TEC under EPBC Act, which is to be protected to prevent its further loss of extent and condition This means no clearing. TECs cannot be offset, the avoid principle should apply. - Significant wetlands: CCW and resource enhancement wetlands with associated high quality intact wetland vegetation. - Fauna habitat for the endangered Black Cockatoos- Carnabys Cockatoo , Forest Red-tail Black Cockatoo. MNES. - P4 Western Brush Wallaby present conservation significant - P4 Southern Brown Bandicoot present conservation significant The on-line submission form and all of the documentation is on the EPAs webpage at this address: http://www.epa.wa.gov.au//subdivision-lot-123-mortimer-roa Click on referral, then click on Comment on this referral. If the EPA receives lots of submissions for a PER, a formal Assessment as a PER is likely because of high public interest. Thank you!

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03.01.2022 ***Light up the Square*** Celebrate the season with us in Chisham Square with a range of fun and free activities for all ages, including: - Roving entertainment... - Christmas carols - Decoration making - Win prizes playing giant water pong - Chalk art - Christmas face and nail painting - Live music - Lighting of the Christmas tree - Dance to performances by the incredible Steve Hensby Band, local musicians and choirs. Help us light up the Square! Make your own illuminated object and bring it to the event. The most creative lantern/light will win a prize! Open to all ages. Please note: no open flames. Only battery operated lighting accepted. Dinner options are available at local restaurants including a paella special at The Kwinana Local, or a sausage sizzle from the Kwinana Swim Club. Feeling like something sweet? Buy a refreshing dessert from the Sweets On The Run ice cream van. Full details: https://whatson.kwinana.wa.gov.au/events/light-square

03.01.2022 Have you wondered whether you can have a wood or heat bead BBQ when the fire danger is very high or above? The answer: it is illegal to light a solid fuel type ...of BBQ or other cooking device on these days. Gas BBQ type appliances are permitted so long as the flame is encapsulated within the device. We appreciate your cooperation. See more

02.01.2022 You are not alone, the City is here for you. Assisting residents in the community for many years, City of Kwinana Community Support staff have up-to-date inform...ation about services available to the Kwinana community and are around to help you during the current COVID-19 pandemic. With a dedicated Community Support line open between 9am and 4pm, Monday to Friday, you can contact our staff with concerns from understanding government payments, to applying for benefits or accessing services to help you cope with stress or financial problems. Contact our team today on 9236 4570. Please remember; if your matter is urgent, contact Crisis Care on 1800 199 008. If it is life threatening, contact 000. See more

01.01.2022 We will be there. Hope you will too

01.01.2022 RURAL LIVING Long term resident, CWPA committee member and former volunteer fire fighter of 25 years, Bernie Webb, has kindly allowed us to publicise sections of his book 'R U R A L' (R U Ready for A Life Change) to support new and existing residents in maintaining their rural property. For guidance and suggestions to aspects of your rural property, visit CWPA.org.au/RURAL