David Templeman MLA | Politician
David Templeman MLA
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25.01.2022 There’s only one week to go before the launch of Containers for Change, WA’s new Container Deposit Scheme! From October 1st, you will be able to refund eligible cans and beverage containers for 10c each. Visit www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/where-to-return and use the interactive map to find refund points near you.... #4ChangeWA #ContainersForChange #ContainerDepositScheme
24.01.2022 The McGowan Labor Government is delivering on our commitment to establish two 'one-stop hubs' to make it easier for victims of family and domestic violence to access services. These one-stop hubs will provide a specialist service for women and families experiencing family and domestic violence. They will bring support services together and wrap them around those who need them using a 'one-stop' approach. This model, which is new to WA, will make it easier for women and children impacted by family and domestic violence to get help sooner in a safe space within their own community.
23.01.2022 The dynamic team at Audioplay create immersive digital experiences that allow kids to step into a story and physically play as a character. Audioplay recently ...received an Arts U-15K grant to share what they’ve learned about this emerging digital artform with leading WA theatre artists Tim Watts and Arielle Gray. Watts and Gray are the creative team behind the internationally successful, family-friendly theatre production, ‘New Owner’. The creative exploration between Audioplay and Gray and Watts will push the creative limits of the form, build the skills of the artists and lay the groundwork for a new series of immersive experiences for kids. The department is promoting its successful grant and funding recipients through an ongoing promotional campaign called Showcase. Showcase profiles the creativity, skill and talent of artists and arts organisations in WA through media, social media platforms and outdoor screens across the city. For more information visit www.dlgsc.wa.gov.au/showcase
23.01.2022 Today, two new offences take effect in Western Australia to protect victims of family and domestic violence. Research tells us that non-lethal strangulation is ...one of the strongest indicators of an increased risk of homicide. There are often no visible injuries, but it can still have severe medical consequences for the victim. To reflect the seriousness of this conduct, our new law against ‘suffocation and strangulation’ means it can be charged and prosecuted as a specific criminal offence. Persistent family violence is now also a criminal offence, recognising that physical and psychological abuse against a partner often forms a pattern of offending. It applies to an act of family violence against one victim on three or more occasions, over a 10-year period. These changes are part of the McGowan Government’s ongoing efforts to stop family and domestic violence in the community. They put WA at the forefront of criminalising this behaviour. By holding perpetrators to account, we can save lives.
22.01.2022 Before the 2017 election, I consulted closely with the Pat Thomas House board, Allambee Counselling and other local service providers, and it became apparent that there was a need for a new family and domestic violence refuge service in Peel. I’m very proud that the McGowan Government has now delivered a new refuge for the region that will begin helping women and children who have fled family and domestic violence and are in need of accommodation and support. This new therapeutic refuge will provide a vital service in the Peel community, delivering a significant increase in refuge capacity and additional support.
21.01.2022 Fantastic to hear that cameras have started rolling on the production of 'Blueback' down in the Great Southern! Once again, WA is producing a large scale cinematic work and filming locations such as the Ningaloo Reef and the Great Southern will feature heavily. The family friendly show centres on Abby, a child who befriends a wild groper while diving.... The production of Blueback will create local jobs and help further develop our growing film industry.
21.01.2022 This summer we don’t have our usual influx of international backpackers looking for seasonal jobs in the regions. This has meant many of our local agriculture, tourism and hospitality businesses have had to look at new ways to employ staff. The McGowan Government’s Work and Wander out Yonder campaign is encouraging young West Aussies to head out to the regions to get a job as well as offering them travel and accommodation incentives. ... With schools and university wrapping up for the year it is the perfect time for regional businesses to get online and list their job vacancies or use a job matching service that is currently free for regional businesses. We have had lots of regional businesses give it a go and find great young WA workers. If your business is looking for staff, check it out at www.wa.gov.au/workandwander
20.01.2022 As school finishes for 2020, thank you to all principals, teaching staff, education assistants and support staff at all of our schools in Mandurah for your incredible work for the students of our City. You endured, despite some significant challenges this year, to ensure our young people received a high quality education and support. Thank you !
19.01.2022 CONTAINERS FOR CHANGE IS HERE Another election commitment delivered WA’s new container deposit scheme Containers for Change has now launched! Find out where your nearest refund point is located at www.containersforchange.com.au
19.01.2022 The McGowan Government will provide $7.5 million to support community projects to protect and restore Western Australia’s highly-valued environmental assets, including 3 projects in Mandurah. The Community Stewardship Grants program will provide funding to support diverse project activities in Mandurah, including: $224,727 to the Peel-Harvey Catchment Council for a project focusing on feral cat management $181,100 to The Nature Conservancy for shellfish reef restoration... in the Peel-Harvey Estuary $5,077 to Swanlandia Inc. for Native Nestbox Workshops This funding will support these important projects in our community.
18.01.2022 Hi folks, I’m hosting 2 mobile offices this Saturday at: Where: Templetonia Park... Time: 9.30am to 10.30am https://www.facebook.com/events/1228374967540344/ and Where: Birchley Park Time: 11.00am to 12.00pm https://www.facebook.com/events/1621862537969047/ To register your interest please click the link below: https://www.davidtempleman.com.au//community-events/cooda/ I hope you have a chance to come and say hi at my mobile office.
17.01.2022 Please Help Hi folks, some of you may have visited the amazing Christmas display created by the wonderful people who live at 8 Meadow Springs Drive in Meadow Springs. They desperately need help putting together this year’s Christmas display. If you can volunteer to help drop by their house or message me and I’ll give you their number to contact. They do a wonderful job each year and bring lots of joy to Christmas.
17.01.2022 THANK YOU! A big thank you to Mandurah Gardens Estate Craft Group for their generous donation of new socks for Socks For Cooper.
16.01.2022 Our laws to Stop Puppy Farming are meeting resistance in the Upper House - please contact your local upper house representative today to let them know animal welfare is important to you and that you want them to support our legislation.
16.01.2022 Updated travel advice from the Premier for Vic & NSW
15.01.2022 Great to catch up with Lisa Munday - Labor for Dawesville Candidate for Dawesville and Elissa from Taste Of Italy Cafe in Halls Head this morning.
15.01.2022 REMINDER Don't forget folks I’m hosting 2 mobile offices this Saturday at: Where: Templetonia Park... Time: 9.30am to 10.30am https://www.facebook.com/events/1228374967540344/ and Where: Birchley Park Time: 11.00am to 12.00pm https://www.facebook.com/events/1621862537969047/ To register your interest please click the link below. I'll see you tomorrow.
14.01.2022 Funded by the State Government and delivered by Communicare, Breathing Space provides a residential service for men who have been violent in family relationships but want to change their ways. Breathing Space provides an opportunity for men to take responsibility for their use of violence and abuse. The program makes the perpetrators of domestic violence accountable for their behaviour and provides the support they need to change. This is good for men who want to change and for the people in their lives.
14.01.2022 Thanks to all of the people who popped by to my mobile office this morning in Coodanup. A number of important issues and many commented on how lucky we are to live in Mandurah and WA. And Premier Mark McGowan, they thank you for keeping us safe. Thanks to Larissa and Maisie and to Vee and Eddie for helping out.
13.01.2022 An important announcement from our Premier
13.01.2022 Dirt Music premiered in WA last night, fittingly in Broome as much of the filming took place on the Dampier Peninsula.
12.01.2022 Are you the next member of our WA Ministerial Youth Advisory Council? Nominations have now opened for positions on the McGowan Government’s youth council, which provides direct advice to the Minister for Youth on important matters relating to young people in WA. Information on the council, including how to apply, can be found at www.communities.wa.gov.au//ministerial-youth-advisory-coun
12.01.2022 Do you have a heritage property that needs urgent conservation works? I am pleased to announce today that the McGowan Government's $1.2million heritage grants program is back. The program offers dollar for dollar funding in grants of up to $40K for urgent conservation works to help private owners with their care of State Registered Heritage Places. Funding of up to $10K is also offered for the preparation of conservation management documents.... This year, a new grants stream will offer up to $20K for community events, activities and heritage interpretation that aims to help businesses, not-for-profit organisations and local governments share the stories behind our valuable heritage places. Last year we deferred the program to undertake urgent conservation works at Fremantle Prison. Applications for the 2020-21 Heritage Grants Program close 12pm Friday, February 12, 2021. More information, including eligibility, can be found at https://www.dplh.wa.gov.au/heritage-grants-program *Picture of some enthusiastic ballerinas at the Newmarket Hotel in Beaconsfield, which received a heritage grant in 2017, for tax.
11.01.2022 National Amputee Awareness Week (4 11 October) is a chance to support amputees and children with limb difference in the Australian community. It’s a week to talk about amputation and remind people living with limb loss that they are not alone. Visit Limbs 4 Life Australia for more information and support www.limbs4life.org.au... #NAAW20 #ShineALight #amputees #GetYourRibbonOn
11.01.2022 It is fantastic to see that Winjan Aboriginal Corporation has received funding under Round 3 of the Aboriginal Ranger Program. Winjan has received $308,000 in funding which will see 3 part-time rangers employed and allow for 12 individuals to participate in skills-based training. This program has been highly successful in delivering for our environment across WA, while empowering Aboriginal people.
10.01.2022 Fire can travel at 20km an hour, and embers can travel kilometres ahead. Having a plan in place before a bushfire strikes makes all the difference during a bushfire emergency. Don’t wait until it’s too late; create your bushfire plan today at www.mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au
10.01.2022 Congratulations to Fremantle’s own Tame Impala for being nominated for two Grammy Awards and winning five Aria’s!
10.01.2022 Violence against women in all its forms is unacceptable. The annual 16 Days in WA Stop Violence Against Women campaign beings today, and I’m inviting the Mandurah community to take a part in this major effort to stop violence against women. Join the 16 Days in WA movement and think about how you can educate, motivate and advocate in your community, and stand up to stop violence against women. ... Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/
09.01.2022 Lisa Munday - Labor for Dawesville Candidate for Dawesville and I are very pleased to make an election commitment of $18,526 to WA Mums Cottage in Mandurah. Mum’s Cottage supports lots of local mums and families in our Region and deserves support. Well done to Kaye and all of the amazing volunteers at Mum’s Cottage!
09.01.2022 Mandurah will be attempting a world challenge on the 13th December. Put on your dancing shoes and head down to Mandjar Square Flash Mob World Challenge.
09.01.2022 Established in 2017, the McGowan Government’s RSPCA Pets in Crisis Program helps women and children fleeing domestic violence, by temporarily fostering out their pets while they get back on their feet. We know that some women stay in violent relationships because they can't take their pets with them and fear they'll be hurt or killed. By providing temporary foster care for their pets, we’re providing practical help to support them on their path out of violent relationships.
08.01.2022 Bushfires are unpredictable. Having a plan in place at your fingertips during an emergency could save your life. I urge everyone in the Peel region to create a bushfire plan. Visit www.mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au, or download the mobile app, for an easy step-by-step guide to building your personalised plan.
08.01.2022 Nominations are now open! Who do you know that: demonstrates leadership in the community... is an inspiring role model to the community makes positive contributions to the community supports initiatives with the communities best interests and stands for positive change You can nominate an individual or group/club for a Community Citizen of the Year Award. For more information or to nominate click the link below:
07.01.2022 Works are continuing on the $32 million multi-storey car park at Mandurah Station and it is great to see the progress that is being made. I am very excited for this project to be completed so Mandurah residents can have even better access to public transport.
07.01.2022 Merry Christmas folks! If you would like to wish the Premier a Merry Christmas, click the link below and sign the virtual Christmas Card!
07.01.2022 The Wetlands Weekender is on again - Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th October 2020 The Wetlands Weekender will be packed full of fun activities for the whole family. There will be:... arts markets birdwatching activities cultural storytelling a citizen science clean-up a movie night music and entertainment as well as various wetland tours There will be something for everyone to enjoy, so save the date in your calendar! To find out more details and to view the online program click the link below.
07.01.2022 A BIG thank you to Fran and Larissa for their donation of new socks for Socks For Cooper. Your generous donation will go on to local not-for-profit organisations to help aged and the homeless in Mandurah.
06.01.2022 Double Demerits commence Friday 18 December and until January 3 Please plan your trips, slow down and get there safely.
06.01.2022 Keep up the good work Victoria
06.01.2022 I am absolutely delighted to hear that filming has started on the local production of Blueback, a film set in the Great Southern and Ningaloo regions of WA. Based on the bestselling novel by Tim Winton, the story features Abby, a child who befriends a wild groper while diving. This production will create local jobs in the regions and further develop our growing screen industry.
05.01.2022 You've probably seen the deals on regional WA airfares that we've secured over the past couple of years. They've helped tens of thousands of people get out to ...regional WA, supporting local jobs and our local economy. Well, we've got another one - and this is the biggest one yet. We've partnered with Virgin Australia and Qantas to deliver 50,000 affordable airfares to or from Broome, Exmouth and Kununurra - and they are on sale now. Our State's beautiful north offers some of the most unique and sought-after experiences and adventures available anywhere on the planet. The tourism industry in the State’s north has felt the impacts of COVID-19 the most, with its remoteness making it more difficult to attract visitors from within WA. The last time we offered discounted flights between Perth and Broome and Perth and Kununurra - they sold out within a week. So don't wait - do your bit for WA tourism and jobs by booking your trip up north today. Bookings can be made online or through your local travel agent. Go out, wander out yonder and support WA jobs.
04.01.2022 We will end the privatisation of services at Peel Health Campus and deliver a $152 million major redevelopment of the hospital. Our plan include: - 63 additiona...l inpatient beds (which will deliver 219 public beds); - 12 chemotherapy places; - 20 mental health inpatient beds; - one additional operating theatre; - at least 15 palliative care hospice beds; - more outpatient services; - new build of medical imaging services; and -the introduction of a 10-bed Mental Health Emergency Centre. Additionally, the emergency department will be reconfigured, along with the reconfiguration and expansion of the day procedure unit. This new investment comes on top of the $10 million upgrades the McGowan Labor Government is already delivering at Peel Health Campus. It means locals will benefit from what will be the biggest upgrade of the Peel Health Campus in its history. The redevelopment and expansion of the hospital, and the plan to bring hospital services in-house, is only possible because of our efforts to get the Budget under control and our continued responsible financial management.
04.01.2022 The Peel women’s refuge, opening later this year, will be WA’s first therapeutic women’s refuge. I am very pleased that the McGowan Government is delivering on this election commitment. The refuge will be the first of its kind in WA, tailored to provide specialist person-centred responses for women escaping family and domestic violence who also have mental health concerns and/or harm from alcohol and other drugs. We’ve also announced a further $4 million allowing for an expansion of six additional accommodation units at each of WA’s new women’s refuges Kwinana and Peel a doubling of capacity.
02.01.2022 It was wonderful to catch up with residents in Coodanup this weekend at my mobile offices. I really enjoy chatting with residents about the issues that are important to them and to talk about how the McGowan Government is delivering for Mandurah. Signup to my eNewsletter to keep updated on my upcoming mobile offices I’d love to see you there!... Signup today: https://www.davidtempleman.com.au/community/newsletter/
01.01.2022 Great news for our kids and schools
01.01.2022 A short message about today's announcement:
