Janine Freeman in Mirrabooka, Western Australia | Politician

Janine Freeman

Locality: Mirrabooka, Western Australia

Phone: 9345 2005

Address: Unit 4 / 1 Chesterfield Road 6061 Mirrabooka, WA, Australia

Website: http://mirrabooka.walabor.org.au

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25.01.2022 Lovely to be able to celebrate at Herb Graham Centre

24.01.2022 Good luck to year 12s on their final day of exams! Your hard work is almost done and soon you'll be able to get some well-earned rest and celebrate your achievements.

24.01.2022 Inclusion and a sense of belonging within a community are fundamental to living a rewarding life. I was pleased to represent Minister David Templeman MLA this morning at a Social Inclusion Forum hosted by Inclusion Solutions to give community organisations & public sector advice on creating a more inclusive community. #socialinclusionmatters

24.01.2022 Do you know a community group in the City of Stirling that could benefit from this? Stirling has grants for community groups that can build community spirit during the pandemic. The grants are aimed at invigorating localised community capacity building programs and/or providing activation of the four Community Hub locations as well as local community centres. Edit: City of Wanneroo have similar grants. https://www.stirling.wa.gov.au//grants-a/community-grants

24.01.2022 The McGowan Government is committed to keeping families safe from domestic violence, which is why we are launching a support hub right here in Mirrabooka before the end of this year. The one-stop hub will make it easier for women and children to get help sooner in a safe space within their own community and have all the necessary supports under one roof so victims don't have to experience the trauma of re-telling their story to multiple services.

23.01.2022 Happy Janmashtami! To all of those celebrating this holy occasion, I wish you a happy and blessed Janmashtami. #KrishnaJanmashtami2020 #janmashtami #janmashtami2020

23.01.2022 Thank you to Idris from The House Caffe in the Alexander Heights Shopping Centre, for welcoming Margaret Quirk MLA and myself for a lovely cup of coffee today. This year's been hard for small business. As Christmas approaches, it's important we all do our best to support local family-owned businesses like The House Caffe.

23.01.2022 Attention Dianella residents: join me at a Street Corner Meeting this Friday from 4.30pm at Dechaineux Reserve. I'll be at the Reserve until 5.30pm so come down for a chat about your local area and any issues that matter to you.

23.01.2022 Celebrating 30 years of St Andrews Grammar with Hon Bob Pearce, who was the Labor Education Minister that made it happen. Loved the fireworks although it was disconcerting being in front of them .

22.01.2022 Take some time to check in on your mental health at Mirrabooka's Mental Health Week WA event tomorrow, 11am-2pm at The Square Mirrabooka. Like in previous years, there will be live music & a range of activities for everyone to enjoy.

22.01.2022 Great work, WA! Not sure where to return your containers for the 10c refund? Check here: https://www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/

21.01.2022 A Thursday throwback to last years Harmony Week celebrations in Mirrabooka, when we broke the Guinness World Record for most nationalities in a drum circle! Every year Harmony Week is a fantastic opportunity for all Western Australians to celebrate our vibrant multicultural State. Have you got an idea for celebrating Harmony Week? Grants of $2,000 are available for eligible community groups and not-for-profit organisations to hold cultural diversity and inclusion activities ...for Harmony Week 2021. More information, including guidelines and application forms, is available from http://omi.wa.gov.au

21.01.2022 The McGowan Government's strong financial management has enabled record investment in community safety. The State Budget handed down today includes $314 million to recruit 800 extra police officers, so we can continue to manage COVID-19 safely and provide a stronger and more visible presence on our streets. We're also making sure our police officers have the best technology available to do their jobs, including body cameras, personal mobile devices, automatic numberplate reco...gnition, and protective vests. Read more about this and other State Budget announcements at https://www.ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/

21.01.2022 Seniors morning tea with Margaret Quirk Thank you to all the hospitality students for the excellent services and catering. Side note, have you heard of laughing yoga? I have been doing yoga for a while now and today it was the first time I tried laughing yoga, it was fun!

20.01.2022 North Balga Primary School students know that art is AWESOME! 2 artists from Awesome Arts (the team behind the AWESOME Festival) are currently completing a 20 day residency at the school & working with students as part of a Creative Challenge Program. The mural they're working on is coming along nicely! I also loved last year's art hanging up at the school.

20.01.2022 It was a privilege to welcome the appointment of Reverend Jon Cornish as Priest in Charge at the Anglican Parish of St Pauls Balga-Mirrabooka at tonights Commissioning Service.

20.01.2022 This week is child protection week. I recently asked a question in Parliament about the important contribution of staff, carers and the community make in keeping children safe. It isn't easy work, and the McGowan government is increasing the number of staff and providing almost $100 million additional funding to keep children and families safe.

20.01.2022 Today is the start of Dementia Action Week 2020. Almost a half a million Australians are affected by dementia. Many people living with dementia are faced with discrimination and isolation.... As a community, it is our responsibility to support our family and friends with dementia so they can live their best life. #DementiaActionWeek

20.01.2022 It's Telethon time! This weekend you can use the Telethon Scheme ID - C10331850 - to donate your container change to Telethon & help raise money for WA kids.

18.01.2022 Here is another fun picture of book 'week' celebrations at St Gerard's Catholic Primary School. P.S. Pokémon had a good time

18.01.2022 Thyme to apply for Community Gardens Grants Program Funding of up to $10,000 per community garden is available for local governments and community organisations to plan, develop and implement a community garden project. Here I am with Dave Kelly doing some community gardening... Applications for the 2020-21 Community Gardens Grants Program close at 4pm on December 3, 2020. For further details on eligibility and assessment criteria for the program, visit the grants page on the Department of Communities' https://dlgc.communities.wa.gov.au//Community-Gardens-Gran

17.01.2022 WA Labor Government's $21 million Electric Vehicle Strategy will enable EV users to drive the length of the State. Supporting sustainable transport options is a no brainer to cut emissions, reduce pollution and create local WA jobs.

16.01.2022 WA's new Container Deposit Scheme is just two weeks away! From October 1st, you can refund eligible cans and beverage containers for 10c each. To find out which cans and bottles are eligible, visit http://www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/faqs ... #4ChangeWA #ContainersForChange

16.01.2022 We are moving to a controlled interstate border from 14 November based on the latest health advice. Hear from Premier Mark McGowan about this change.

15.01.2022 E-Waste Grants - applications now open This year has shown us the importance of technology, which allows us to learn and work remotely. Given the increasing reliance on our devices, it's not surprising that e-waste is also on the rise. I've been strongly advocating for improving the way we deal with e-waste. Just this year I've worked with local community organisations, recycling businesses and local schools to explore how we can better use our e-waste and stop it going... to landfill. That's why I'm pleased the McGowan Government has launched a new WasteSorted E-Waste Grants program, which makes grants of up to $200,000 available to projects and innovations that reduce e-waste. Applications for the grants are now open and close on November 16 - see link in the comments for more information.

15.01.2022 Operation Heat Shield is back after significant success in the summer of 2019/20, delivering increased police patrols where they're needed most. The Operation will ensure greater police presence, targeting burglary, theft and family violence, to address the usual rise criminal activity that comes with more people being out and about in the warmer months.

15.01.2022 It was an absolute joy to read to the Warriapendi Primary School students for their Book Week This year's theme is Curious Creatures, Wild Minds, showing how reading encourages us to be curious learners. Thank you for inviting me to celebrate our love for reading! #CBCA2020

15.01.2022 If you haven't yet, check out Jade Dolman's impressive mural at The Square Mirrabooka (Chesterfield Rd entrance). It features native flowers which bloom in the Makuru season (June-July) and are used as food and medicine in Noongar tradition. The six Noongar seasons are: Birak, Djeran, Makuru, Djilba (which we're currently in) and Kambarang.

14.01.2022 Recently we marked Equal Pay Day 2020. It is incredible that we still have an unacceptable and shameful pay equity gap of 22% in Western Australia - the highest in the country. We must do whatever we can to address the gender pay disparity, and introducing pay equity principles into the Industrial Relations law is one of the ways to do that. I've been passionate about this issue for a long time and I am proud to be a part of the McGowan Governments efforts to address the pa...y equity gap. #EqualPayDay #payequity #KeepMindingTheGap

14.01.2022 In an emergency situation it is very important that residents are able to act quickly and with confidence that they will get the necessary support for their animals. The McGowan Government is boosting animal welfare preparedness in emergencies across Stirling with funding through the Animal Welfare in Emergencies Grant. The funding will help ensure there is appropriate equipment used to house and look after animals in the event of an evacuation and there are appropriate emer...gency animal welfare plans in place. This includes protecting both our much loved companion animals as well as livestock from our local farms.

14.01.2022 Happy Annual Dogs in Politics Day Here's a photo of my furry best friend Bella and I in action. I'd like to take a moment and thank her for always being by my side, even if it includes tagging along to work. #DogsInPoliticsDay

13.01.2022 Book Week is one of my favourite times of the year. The official dates this year have been postponed to October due to the impact of COVID-19. We're fortunate in WA that schools are able to operate normally and some of our local schools have already been holding their Book Week celebrations. I recently had fun dressing up with William and Eltoma at Burbridge School and yesterday I read to some very attentive Year 6s at John Septimus Roe Anglican Community School about the 1967 Referendum. Meanwhile, Kindy Blue students at Warriapendi Primary School sent me some lovely thank-you cards after I read them a story.

13.01.2022 Today I met with Premier Mark McGowan to inform him it is not my intention to contest the March 2021 election for the seat of Mirrabooka. Thank you to the people of our area and supporters for working with me over the last 12 years as the Local MP. Please see my full media statement in the comments section below.

13.01.2022 Interested in our plan for WA’s renewable energy transformation? Bill Johnston MLA, Minister for Energy, and Energy Policy WA are hosting a free online forum on our energy future. The forum will include a Q&A on WA’s renewable energy future and more detail on the Distributed Energy Buyback Scheme.... This is a free event, but registration is essential. Click here to register: http://ems.gs/3EYQ0bvdmpi

13.01.2022 We know that the best, most liveable cities around the world are those that encourage walking and bike riding. That's why we're investing $60 million into additional infrastructure, to get people walking and riding more often This funding is part of our $5.5 billion WA Recovery Plan, driving economic and social recovery from COVID-19 across our State.

12.01.2022 Exciting news this morning! The McGowan Government is transferring land to the Vietnamese community for a new dedicated Vietnamese Cultural Centre! I visited the site with Premier Mark McGowan this morning, adjacent to Girrawheen SHS. The new Centre will be a brilliant community space, with an assembly area, a stage for events, indoor sports, a commercial kitchen, classrooms and exhibition spaces.... Vietnamese Community in WA Westnam United

12.01.2022 The 2021 Emerging Leaders Scholarship run by Edmund Rice Centre WA in partnership with Curtin University is open for applications! This $15,000 scholarship aims to stimulate change for a better world by supporting students from a refugee background who aspire to a career in politics. For more information about eligibility and to apply go to https://scholarships.curtin.edu.au/Scholarship/.

12.01.2022 Perth Netball Association end of season awards- hanging out with All Stars Team. Was lovely to see one of my old coaches and my old team Classics win the most goals of the season.

12.01.2022 Father's Day is almost upon us! I'm pleased to support our local schools, P&Cs and P&Fs in their various Father's Day celebrations. Mercy College, Koondoola, Perth WA raffled off this lovely painting by Aboriginal artist Aileen Garlett, which is being showed off here by Kirstine from the school. Participating in Father's Day raffles and stalls is a great way to support our school communities.

11.01.2022 Today I was delighted to present Warriapendi Primary School with an award for their excellent performance in the national NAPLAN tests. Warriapendi have performed above the grade again. I congratulate your students and staff for this outstanding effort. Thank you to Jasmine, representing the students, and Deputy Princial Jacob Slavin for accepting this award on behalf of the school on World Teachers Day.

11.01.2022 There's less than a month to go before the launch of WA's Container Deposit Scheme starting 1 October 2020. I'm pleased to announce that there will be 2 refund points right here in Mirrabooka, at: Recycling Waste Solutions Koondoola (20 Burbridge Way, Koondoola) and U Can Recycle Alexander Heights (40 Green Park Rd, Alexander Heights)... The scheme is a great way for individuals and families to earn some extra money, but also a great opportunity for local sporting clubs and community groups to fundraise. Find out more about fundraising at www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/fundraising. For more information about the location of refund points across WA visit www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/where-return

11.01.2022 As a keen concert-goer and proud mum of a young musician, I recognise and appreciate the importance of the music and arts industry in WA. I especially love the atmosphere of big live events, which understandably took a hit this year due to COVID-19. This week in Parliament I called for improving our capacity to hold larger events so we can support this important industry, given the successful response to COVID in WA. That's why I'm pleased the Government has today introduced ...COVID Event Guidelines and Plans to enable us to hold events of more than 500 people. With these rules in place we can be confident holding larger events as we head into warmer months, supporting the arts industry while keeping our community safe. More information about COVID Event Plans is available at www.wa.gov.au//document-collec/covid-19-coronavirus-events

11.01.2022 Protecting Aboriginal heritage sites is crucial to preserve them for future generations. Aboriginal not-for-profits can now apply for grants of up to $30,000 for projects protecting & promoting registered Aboriginal heritage sites across WA. Applications close 29 January 2021 - link to apply in the comments below.

11.01.2022 NAIDOC Art Competition - vote for People's Choice Award at Mirrabooka Library It's nearly National NAIDOC Week 2020! (postponed from the usual July dates due to COVID-19) Together with Mirrabooka Library - City of Stirling and The Square Mirrabooka I'm running a NAIDOC Art Competition and entries from local schools are now up on display at the Library - go check them out ... Best of all, you can vote until 9 November to help pick the "People's Choice" Award winner, and go into a draw for a $50 The Square Mirrabooka gift card!

11.01.2022 The McGowan Government is committed to high quality, sustainable healthcare for all Western Australians. That's why we're investing $9.6 billion as part of the 2020-21 State Budget in health services and initiatives, including our hospitals and mental health services. Read more about the State Budget at https://www.ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/

10.01.2022 Today is World Mental Health Day and the start of Mental Health Week WA. Some of the best ways to improve mental wellbeing are getting among people, having a go at an activity, a game or a sport. By taking care of our mental health and looking out for each other we keep our communities strong.... To learn more visit https://mentalhealthweek.org.au/

10.01.2022 Great to support Food Bank today at Hungry Bowl fundraiser

08.01.2022 It's a great news week for TAFE: we're slashing fees for a further 107 courses! These further discounts will help even more West Aussies access training for high-demand skills. Lower fees and free courses mean there's never been a better time to get into training.

08.01.2022 Today is RUOK day. Check in with a friend who isn't doing to well. Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life: 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in

08.01.2022 Important update from Premier Mark McGowan: from 1 November, every household in WA will receive a historic one-off $600 electricity credit. 2020 has been a truly challenging year. The $600 credit will give WA families some extra money as we head towards Christmas, which will in turn support local businesses and give a boost to our economy. Providing relief to all WA households is an important part of our jobs and recovery plan.

07.01.2022 If you find yourself near Kelmscott this Saturday, check out Dr. Tony Buti MLA's Giant Book Sale, with over 7,000 books of all genres available to purchase. By buying a book you'll be directly supporting Starick Services, who provide shelter and support to women and children fleeing from domestic abuse.

07.01.2022 Today is THANK your school traffic warden day. I would like to THANK all the school traffic wardens across Mirrabooka for doing an amazing job keeping school kids safe.

07.01.2022 On Wednesday we celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Warriapendi Primary School. I caught up with Lyn Smith, a long time Balga resident and volunteer on my campaigns. I started school 49 years ago, and so I recognised the exhibits from the past. I always wanted the ponytail shoes with the animal track soles and inbuilt compass, but at $5.99 they were too expensive! Outrageous fact about Wirriapendi - When they opened the school it was only bush and demountables. No toilet. They asked the kids to go before they arrived in the morning. We've come a long way.

06.01.2022 The McGowan Government is investing over $40 million to grow our local food industries. This will help our COVID-19 recovery, create local jobs, and improve our State's ability to manufacture and process food right here in WA.

06.01.2022 With today signifying International Youth Day, I would like to acknowledge the tremendous contributions and efforts of young people across the globe. Thank you for all the hard work you've devoted to our communities and nations. A special shoutout to David, a diligent & capable young man who's going to be the Member for Mirrabooka in this year's Western Australian YMCA Youth Parliament. Happy International Youth Day!... #IYD2020 #YouthDay #Youth4GlobalAction

06.01.2022 We've announced grant funding for businesses, charitable recycling organisations and not-for-profits to run waste reduction projects. It'd be fantastic for local waste-conscious organisations from Mirrabooka to access this funding - for more information visit website & apply by September 14: https://www.wasteauthority.wa.gov.au/programs/view/wsg

05.01.2022 Pleased to help launch Circle Green Community Legal - an amalgamation of Tenancy WA, The Humanitarian Centre and Employment Law Centre to provide wrap around, accessible legal services to the community.

05.01.2022 Great to celebrate Australian citizenship and Indian Independence Day... proud to live in WA on this 75th anniversary of the end of WW2.

05.01.2022 Women deserve to live and work in a community where they are not restricted by their gender. That's why the McGowan Government continues to prioritise work addressing gender equality. Grants of up to $10,000 are now available for community groups and local governments to help drive better outcomes for women. Applications close on Thursday 26 November at 4pm. ... To apply, visit: https://dlgc.communities.wa.gov.au///Grants-for-Women.aspx See more

05.01.2022 Last week I spoke in Parliament about banning wheelclamping. Wheelclamping is intimidating, predatory and unfair. It penalises the person much more than the damage done to the business.

05.01.2022 Update on the $32 million Balga TAFE upgrade HASSELL architecture studio has been chosen to design a new multistorey training facility to replace 22 old transportable buildings at the North Metropolitan TAFE Balga campus. This major upgrade will create jobs and provide a world-class learning environment to TAFE students. I'm excited to see this job-boosting investment take shape in our local area.

04.01.2022 We're cracking down on copper theft, which has been a problem within our community. Thieves have been stealing copper from wires in homes, power stations and even memorial plaques. As I've pointed out in Parliament before, there's currently no requirement to record sales of copper, making it ideal for criminals to steal and profit from.... That's why I'm pleased we are taking action against copper theft. Under the Government's proposed changes sellers of copper will be required to produce identification and licenced dealers in copper will be required to record all transactions and report details to police. This is how we are keeping our community safe.

04.01.2022 The longest Book "Week" in history continues (Book Week having been delayed due to COVID-19) - thanks St. Andrew's Grammar, WA for having me!

04.01.2022 Tomorrow night I'll be joining Emily Hamilton MLA, Patrick Gorman MP and Jay Weatherill to discuss childcare. This is a free event at State Parliament, and if you are interested in hearing our thoughts please RSVP to [email protected].

04.01.2022 Premier Mark McGowan spoke in Parliament this week about the massive $32 million upgrade for Balga TAFE. This unprecedented investment will provide training and local jobs, and ensure we have world-class learning facilities in our local area. As the Premier outlines, we've also cut TAFE fees by as much as 72% for some courses, and introduced 15 free courses, including community services and IT, to make it easier for Western Australians to upskill.

03.01.2022 Congratulations to the winners for the NAIDOC Day Art Competition. A massive shout out to Dream from Dianella Primary College for winning First prize. A further shout out to the John Septimus Roe Anglican Community School students, Zara and Sam, for winning Artist's Choice and People's Choice awards.

03.01.2022 Applications for the 2021 Youth Week WA Grants Program are now open! Youth Week 2021 will run from April 9-16 to celebrate the positive contributions of young people in our community. Organisations can apply for grants up to $3,000 to host a Youth Week event.... Applications close at 4pm on Thursday 12 November 2020. Check your eligibility and apply at https://dlgc.communities.wa.gov.au//Youth-Week-WA-Grants-P

02.01.2022 The McGowan Governments draft Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Bill 2020 is now open for public consultation. The Bill seeks to empower Aboriginal voices, protect and respect Aboriginal heritage and support better decision making while addressing the shortcomings of the antiquated Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972. We consulted with Aboriginal people, industry and stakeholders across WA for over 2 years to produce the draft Bill. If you'd like to add your voice, visit www.dplh.wa.gov.au/aha-review

02.01.2022 Pleasure meeting Sarah Quinton and Taryn Harvey from the Western Australian Association for Mental Health yesterday to hear about improving support models & solutions for mental health services in WA. By increasing early intervention and community support we can reduce the need for hospitalisation, better manage our healthcare resources, and get better outcomes for Western Australians who are experiencing mental health challenges. #PreventSupportHeal

02.01.2022 7-11 September is Women's Health Week. With the stress of COVID-19, it's more important than ever for us to look after our health & wellbeing. Put your health first this week and make a positive change for a healthier lifestyle. For resources and information about women's health issues visit https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/

01.01.2022 Less than a week and we have already hit a major milestone, with a whopping 4 million containers already returned through Containers for Change. Great work, WA! To find out how you can get involved, visit www.containersforchange.com.au/wa ... #ContainersForChange #ContainerDepositScheme

01.01.2022 Happy International Thank Your Cleaner Day. I advocated for the cleaners during my time with the missos, which was a rewarding experience. Being dedicated to the predominantly low-paid members by bringing about positive social change that improves workers’ lives. ... I want to extend a very special thank you to all the cleaners that contributed to the safety of our community, especially during this global pandemic. #ThankYourCleanerDay

01.01.2022 Very positive signs for WA economic recovery with 15,300 WA jobs created last month!

01.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to all dads and father figures. My family is not big on celebrating Father's Day because you should appreciate your Dad every day. This Father's Day, however, will be the first Father's Day without my no.1 fan, so it will be a bittersweet time to reflect on all his support.