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Josie Farrer

Locality: Broome, Western Australia

Address: 19 Barker Street, PO Box 1807 6725 Broome, WA, Australia

Website: josiefarrer.com.au/about

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25.01.2022 2020 NATIONAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (NRM) COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP GRANTS ANNOUNCED The McGowan Government will provide $7.5 million to support community projects to protect and restore Western Australia’s highly-valued environmental assets, including 7 projects in the Kimberley. The Community Stewardship Grants program will provide funding to support diverse project activities in the Kimberley including:... Protecting Mayala island biodiversity and coastal environments $58,034 Weeds, Feral Herbivore and Feral Pig Control in the Kimberley $268,800 Yawuru Predator-Free Wildlife Sanctuary Project Development- Stage 2 $139,172 Building Indigenous Capacity in Culture, Tourism, and Conservation Economies $166,715 Ngurrara Jila and Jumu Health project $301,659 Rubber Vine Eradication in the East Kimberley $20,542 Gamba Grass Eradication in the East Kimberley $35,000 For further details of projects and to see a full list of 2020 State NRM Community Stewardship Grant recipients visit http://www.nrm.wa.gov.au

23.01.2022 VIRGIN AUSTRALIA LAUNCHES FARES PROGRAM FOR RESIDENTS IN REGIONAL COMMUNITIES The Program is designed for residents in regional areas with essential travel needs to book travel to a capital city at short notice at a capped fare price. The McGowan Labor Government has continued to work with airlines, residents and all involved in the aviation industry to implement initiatives that will help reduce these prohibitive costs. ... These new Virgin resident airfares are a significant win for Kimberley residents and will make a real difference for many families. Residents need to be members of the Velocity Frequent Flyer program and have their profile linked to a regional address within a range of an eligible port. Bookings must be made directly through the Regional Fares Program page on the Virgin Australia website https://specials.virginaustralia.com/au?se=1

22.01.2022 REGIONAL LAND BOOSTER PACKAGE DELIVERING SALES IN THE KIMBERLEY The McGowan Labor Government’s $116 million Regional Land Booster Package is making residential and industrial land more affordable in the Kimberley. The package was launched in July 2020 as part of WA’s Recovery and Jobs Plan.... The Regional Land Booster Package has provided a boost to the local housing and construction industry in the Kimberley with 31 residential lots under contract or sold. The Program has been an incentive to attract industry to the Kimberley with 3 industrial lots under contract or sold through the program.. This has also included the first sale of DevelopmentWA land in Broome in 6 years. The Regional Land Booster package comes in addition to the State Government's Building Bonus Grant and the Federal Government's HomeBuilder grant, enabling eligible land buyers to receive up to $69,000.

22.01.2022 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.

22.01.2022 Brighter outlook for the Kimberley today with our announcement of a new permanent eye clinic. Lions Outback Vision will provide ophthalmology, retinal surgery, ...on-call emergency and on-call telehealth at the clinic. The McGowan Government has invested $4.7m as part of the $110.9 million Kimberley Recovery Plan to help make it happen. It is actually an old Broome backpackers hostel which the builders are going to start rebuilding very shortly. Some of the people who joined the Premier and I today were WACHS Regional Director Bec Smith, KAMS CEO Vicki O’Donnell, retiring Kimberley MLA Josie Farrer and Divina D’Anna. This is the media statement: https://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au//Broome-eye-clinic-t

21.01.2022 GROUND-BREAKING PILOT PROJECT LAUNCHED TO DRIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN REMOTE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITIES The McGowan Government has today launched an innovative economic development pilot project to reform land tenure in remote communities to improve economic, health and social outcomes for Aboriginal people. The Land Activation Project is a place-based pilot project incorporating land tenure reform to set the stage for improved economic development outcomes, community governan...ce, upgrade of essential services and to provide additional housing. Bidyadanga, Western Australia’s largest remote community, has been selected as the pilot site and the McGowan Government has committed $7.3 million towards the project. The State Government will work with representatives for the native title holders, the Karajarri Traditional Lands Association and the Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community La Grange Incorporated and community members to remove land tenure barriers. This will enable future economic activation, business development and regularisation of services. The pilot project highlights the State’s commitment to supporting remote communities and will provide an opportunity to re-engage the Commonwealth on future investment in remote Aboriginal communities after a period of progressive withdrawal of federal resources. Land tenure change is considered a fundamental first step to ensure remote communities are sustainable and able to thrive economically by attracting new forms of investment, creating opportunities for home ownership and improving services.

20.01.2022 This summer we don’t have our usual influx of international backpackers looking for seasonal jobs in the Kimberley. 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 2021 MINISTERIAL YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL (MYAC) - Nominations now open - Closing 15 January 2021 - I’ve met so many young people in the Kimberley with outstanding leadership skills and great ideas on how to improve our community and state. It’d be fantastic to see a representative from the Kimberley on MYAC to be a voice for other local young people.... If you know a young person from the Kimberley who would make a great representative on MYAC, encourage them to nominate before 15 January 2021. Josie Farrer MLA MYAC was established in 2017 by the McGowan Government to provide direct advice to the Minister for Youth on important matters relating to young people in Western Australia. Since its establishment, the MYAC has provided important input and valuable, experience-based advice to the Minister on youth focused issues including homelessness, mental health and unemployment in our communities. The MYAC has been an active and invaluable participant in the State Government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, providing important advice and input, participating in both the COVID-19 Ministerial Youth Roundtable and the COVID-19 Youth Taskforce, and contributing to solutions that will assist young people on the road to recovery. The McGowan Government in recognition of the important principle of valuing young people’s contribution has now introduced remuneration for Council members. Nominations are now open for membership of the MYAC, commencing in the role mid-2021. Membership of the MYAC is for an initial two-year term, with a possible one-year extension. Nominations can be made in writing or through video format, and close on 15 January 2021. Information on the MYAC, including how to apply can be found at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au//ministerial-youth-advi/

20.01.2022 DOUBLING OF KIDSPORT VOUCHER PROGRAM Ms Farrer has welcomed an announcement by Sport and Recreation Minister Mick Murray, that will see eligible families able to access two $150 KidSport vouchers to help pay club fees, easing the burden of rising costs that junior sport places on families. The popular KidSport program aims to assist lower-income families to get their children involved in organised sport. ... Since 2011 almost 215,000 vouchers equating to $31 million has gone directly to clubs throughout Western Australia. The new additional voucher will be accessible from July 1, 2021, enabling parents and guardians to support kids to access club sport and swimming lessons all year round. Applications are open all year round. Details on how to apply can be found at http://www.dlgsc.wa.gov.au/kidsport "Thank you to our Minister for Sports Mick Murray & the McGowan Labor Government for announcing the doubling of Kids Sport Vouchers for lower-income families." "We know this will help a lot of struggling families who’s children without this funding may not be able to participate in sports, well done." Josie Farrer Member for Kimberley

18.01.2022 The Telstra team will be visiting Broome to meet with community residents and help fix mobile phone or plan problems and review bills and debt. A financial hardship specialist will also be available to help community members with large bills and debts. Be sure to get down to the Yawuru office and speak with one of the team members if you are having issues with your mobile. 15-19 September 2020, 10.00am 2.00pm

18.01.2022 COVID-19 coronavirus: SafeWA The McGowan Government has announced from 5 December 2020, particular businesses will be required to maintain contact registers for WA Health Department COVID-19 contact tracing, should it be required. Venues and businesses include: - Food and licenced venues (restaurants, cafés, bars, pubs, taverns, ... nightclubs) - Gyms, indoor sporting centres and pools - Places of worship and funeral parlours - Beauty and personal care services including hairdressers and barbers - Galleries and museums - Cinemas, theatres and other entertainment venues - Auction houses and real estate inspections - Community facilities, libraries and halls - Zoos and amusement parks - Function centres - Accommodation facilities that already have check-in arrangements in place (i.e. hostels, hotels, large camp grounds). Contact registration is encouraged but not mandatory for other businesses and gatherings. To assist, the WA Government has released a free app, SafeWA, which will provide businesses with a digital contact register system. "The App will mean businesses and venues can scan and register people attending to make COVID-19 tracing easier and keep you safer." "I am proud to be part of a Government who has stood strong throughout COVID-19 and kept us safe." Office of Josie Farrer MLA For more information and to download the app for Apple and Android here: www.wa.gov.au/safewa Further information can be found here: https://www.wa.gov.au//covid-19-coronavirus-contact-regist

18.01.2022 DAY 7 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN 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. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

17.01.2022 This is our WA COVID-19 update for Thursday, 1 October 2020. ---- - Current cases -... The Department of Health has reported one new case of COVID-19 in Western Australia overnight, a returned overseas traveller in hotel quarantine. This brings the State’s total to 685. There are 22 active cases being monitored, of which 17 are associated with the Patricia Oldendorff vessel off the coast of Port Hedland and five are from returned overseas travellers all of whom are in quarantine. To date, 654 people have recovered from the virus in WA. There have been 422,862 COVID-19 tests performed in WA. Of those tested, 72,522 were from regional WA. ---- - Testing - Anyone in WA will now be assessed for a COVID-19 test if they present with ANY of the following: - present with a fever of 37.5C or above - have had a fever in the last few days (for example, night sweats or chills), without a known source - have acute respiratory symptoms (for example, coughing, shortness of breath, sore throat) - acute loss of smell or taste If you have these symptoms, please get tested, and help us identify every case of COVID-19 in WA as early as possible. 10 COVID clinics are now operational visit https://healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/COVID-clinics to find your local COVID clinic or other testing locations. In other regional areas, people should go to a public hospital, health service or remote health clinic. Please call ahead if you are concerned that you have contracted COVID-19. Patients will be assessed and where appropriate tested, provided with appropriate information and referred for further medical treatment if necessary. Those individuals who are tested and well enough to return home, will be asked to self-isolate while they await test results. Anyone who is confirmed to have COVID-19, who does not require hospitalisation will be required to stay in self-isolation as instructed by the public health team. ---- - Closure of the WA border - Western Australia's borders are closed to travel from interstate. - Changes to quarantine requirements for Victorian arrivals - Effective next Monday, 5 October, arrivals to Western Australia who have been in Victoria in the previous two weeks will be allowed to complete self-quarantine, instead of in a hotel, where that is possible. The limited exemption categories for Victorian arrivals will continue to apply and they will continue to be subject to mandatory COVID-19 tests on arrival and on day 11 of their quarantine. The number of exemptions are significantly reduced, meaning only specific essential workers, transport and freight workers and those persons approved by the State Emergency Coordinator, on the advice of the Chief Health Officer, will be permitted to enter WA from Victoria. Please note that any exempt traveller from Victoria who arrives before next Monday will still need to serve their full 14 days of quarantine in a hotel. - Changes to travel restrictions for NSW arrivals - From Monday, 5 October, the additional restrictions which had applied to New South Wales will be lifted. This means that the current conditions that apply to other States and Territories, except Victoria, will now apply to NSW as well. This change will allow for more exempt travel to occur from New South Wales. These changes are based on our latest health advice. Currently for states other than Victoria and NSW, an exempt traveller who will be allowed into our State, must perform one of the following functions: - Health services - Emergency services - Transport, freight and logistics - Specialists skills, not available in WA, for industry or business continuity; - National or State security and governance; and - Courts and judicial services. There are also exemptions for FIFO workers and their families, however strict 14-day quarantine measures will need to be followed, when they first enter the State. Further exemptions will also apply on compassionate grounds. More information and a list of exemptions can be found at www.wa.gov.au/covid19 If you are aware of someone breaching a requirement to self-isolate - please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or WA Police on 131 444. ---- Official information regarding COVID-19 in Western Australia - www.wa.gov.au/covid19 Information on WA's roadmap for easing restrictions - www.wa.gov.au/covid19roadmap WA Department of Health information www.healthywa.wa.gov.au National Coronavirus Helpline 1800 020 080 WA COVID-19 health and information and advice - 13 COVID (13 26843) Smartraveller information regarding travel advice for Australians - www.smartraveller.gov.au

17.01.2022 DAY 4 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN We have rolled out the $1 million WA Respectful Relationships Teaching Support Program pilot, supporting school staff to teach students about domestic violence prevention By teaching students about healthy and positive relationships and by implementation of a whole-of-school approach to violence prevention, we’re making sure WA students have a better understanding of preventing, identifying and stopping family and domestic v...iolence. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

17.01.2022 Grant applications are now open for Harmony Week 2021! Harmony Week activities are a fantastic opportunity for West Aussies to come together and celebrate our multicultural community. I encourage all community groups and not-for-profit organisations holding an event in the Kimberley to apply.... Applications close 4pm Monday, October 19, 2020. For more information, visit www.omi.wa.gov.au

17.01.2022 DOUBLE DEMERITS BEGIN FRIDAY 18 DECEMBER TO SUNDAY 03 JANUARY

16.01.2022 Premier Mark McGowan and I will be holding a Town Hall meeting in the Kimberley this afternoon, which will be streamed here via Facebook Live. This is a great opportunity to tune in, hear from the Premier and even ask questions of State Government Ministers. It’s fantastic to have the Premier and Ministers here in the Kimberley over the weekend to hear directly from local people and see first-hand some of the exciting things that are happening in our community!... I wish everyone in the electorate could attend - but Facebook Live is the next best thing, so please tune in!

16.01.2022 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 See more

16.01.2022 Containers for Change, WA’s new Container Deposit Scheme is now just two weeks away! From October 1st, you can refund eligible cans and beverage containers for 10c each. To find out more about the scheme visit www.containersforchange.com.au/wa ... #4ChangeWA #ContainersForChange #ContainerDepositScheme See more

15.01.2022 DAY 12 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN 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. The McGowan Government has passed new laws that mean ‘suffocation and strangulation’ 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. By holding perpetrators to account, we can save lives. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

14.01.2022 DAY 16 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN The McGowan Government has delivered on a key election commitment to fund a crisis and transitional accommodation service in Collie. The Collie Transitional Accommodation Service will provide important community services for the local area.... The State Government's partnership with AccordWest will help to deliver direct support to vulnerable people who are in urgent need of a roof over their head, offering them a safe space when they need it most. Importantly, it will also link clients in to a network of specialist service providers that can help them achieve longer-term solutions. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

13.01.2022 DAY 6 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN 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. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

13.01.2022 MCGOWAN GOVERNMENT COMMITS $20.9 MILLION TO REDEVELOP DERBY DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL The McGowan Government is giving the Derby District High School a $20.9 million upgrade to improve education facilities and student services. Treasurer Ben Wyatt made the funding announcement today at the school, which originally opened in 1960. ... The multi-million-dollar investment includes the demolition of two old classroom blocks that will be replaced with contemporary teaching buildings. The education facilities will be designed to provide greater flexibility and enable staff to deliver diverse programs that meet the learning needs of students. As part of the redevelopment, there will also be a new student services building including rooms for the Clontarf Football Academy, a new canteen, and a new facility for students including toilets, change rooms, showers and a laundry. A staff amenities building with a staffroom, study areas and toilets will also be included in the redevelopment, while the school’s existing staff area will receive refurbishments to repurpose it as office space. The planning process will involve seeking input from the local community and educators to capture the needs of the local community. "I am so pleased to see this funding allocated to Derby District High School and also to be part of a government that is prepared to seek input from the local community and educators on what they consider should be included. "This consultation will ensure that the upgrades cater for the unique cultural and learning requirements of our youth." Comments attributed to Kimberley MLA Josie Farrer

11.01.2022 DAY 5 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Family and domestic violence is an awful reality for too many women and children in WA. It can have serious and ongoing impacts on their health, including physical injuries, poor mental health, reproductive health problems, harm from alcohol or other drugs and - in the most tragic cases - death.... That’s why we’re building two new women’s refuges in Perth - in Peel and Kwinana - providing vital specialist services for women and children escaping violence. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

11.01.2022 Just announced!! A local Kununurra architectural firm to design the new $6 million health and hospitality trade centre at the Kununurra TAFE campus.

11.01.2022 DAY 3 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN The McGowan Labor Government is serious about stopping family and domestic violence. That’s why we changed the Residential Tenancies Act 1987 to better meet the needs of tenants experiencing family and domestic violence. Victims can now choose to stay or leave their tenancies and if desired, make their rental homes safer with timely access to lock changes and other security upgrades. ... It’s practical changes like these that help survivors of family and domestic violence to feel safer and more supported. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

10.01.2022 DAY 8 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN We passed the Family Violence Reform Bill, the most comprehensive family violence law reform package ever seen in WA. These new laws put WA at the forefront of the fight against family and domestic violence.... Through these changes, we’re sending a very clear message - violence is never OK. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

10.01.2022 DAY 15 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN We’re trialling a GPS tracking system for family and domestic violence offenders. The two-year trial involves GPS tracking of up to 100 high-risk offenders who have breached a family violence restraining order and committed a further act of family violence.... The McGowan Government has allocated $10 million to the Department of Justice and $5.5 million to the WA Police Force to run the trial. This trial is aimed at increasing the safety of victims and the community, and will work in unison with other measures we have put in place to address Western Australia's high rates of family and domestic violence. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

08.01.2022 The McGowan Government has allocated almost $27 million through the 2020-21 Black Spot Program to upgrade some of Western Australia's worst roads. Safety upgrades and improvements will be carried out at the three locations across the Kimberley: $113,039 towards the widening of Kabbarli Street/ St Peters Way intersection in Wyndham;... $252,000 towards making Port Drive safer at St Mary's College in Broome; $1.9 million for Stage 1 to upgrade the intersection of Derby Highway and Waycott Street in Derby. These works will improve safety, help reduce congestion and improve efficiency whilst also supporting local jobs. More information can be found at http://www.mainroads.wa.gov.au/.../road-safety-programs/

08.01.2022 DAY 1 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN 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 {Electorate} 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/

08.01.2022 DAY 13 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Family and domestic violence has had devastating impacts on the health and wellbeing of families throughout the WA community. The McGowan Government understands the need to increase support for victims through the WA Recovery Plan, which includes more than $28 million to help address family and domestic violence in the community. ... Western Australians can be confident that their Government is committed to addressing this insidious and pervasive scourge that harms so many lives. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

08.01.2022 DAY 14 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN The McGowan Government is focused on reducing rates of family and domestic violence across our WA and improving community safety. That’s why our recent budget includes a record $314 million to recruit 800 extra police officers, on top of the 300 already being delivered. ... We need more police on the beat to help victims of family and domestic violence in times of crisis and we’re delivering. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

07.01.2022 This is our WA COVID-19 weekend update for Saturday, 3 October 2020. There has been one new case of COVID-19 reported in Western Australia overnight. The new c...onfirmed case is a male in his 50s who travelled to Perth from Indonesia. He is in hotel quarantine. ------ Current statistics ------ New active cases: 1 Total WA cases: 686 Total WA recoveries: 657 Active cases: 20 ----- - Testing - Anyone in WA will now be assessed for a COVID-19 test if they present with ANY of the following: - a fever of 37.5C or above - a documented history of a fever in the last few days - an acute respiratory infection (e.g. shortness of breath, cough, sore throat) - acute loss of smell or taste If you have these symptoms, please get tested, and help us identify every case of COVID-19 in WA as early as possible. To find a testing location, please visit: https://healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/COVID-clinics ---- Official information regarding COVID-19 in Western Australia - www.wa.gov.au/covid19 WA Department of Health information www.healthywa.wa.gov.au National Coronavirus Helpline 1800 020 080 WA COVID-19 health and information and advice - 13 COVID (13 26843)

06.01.2022 Well done my grandson I am very proud of you!

06.01.2022 MASSIVE BANDWIDTH BOOST FOR KIMBERLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Almost all Kimberley public schools will receive significant bandwidth increases from early 2021 to meet the growing demand for students to access online learning materials. The Department of Education has signed a $130 million extension to its telecommunications contract with Telstra.... This will deliver the benefits of high-speed fibre and internet access to 350,000 students, teachers and other school staff across WA. The base bandwidth for every student and staff member will increase from 100kb/s to an average of 2Mb/s. This means an average boost of 20 times existing capacity for our local school. When complete, schools that currently have limited bandwidth will be able to run simultaneous online learning and activities in a number of classrooms without lag. At no additional cost to the Department of Education, under the agreement Telstra will invest approximately $30 million to upgrade local exchanges and backhaul capacity - particularly in regional towns - which will benefit the entire local community and other government agencies. The Department of Education will continue to work towards improving the telecommunications services in 23 very remote schools in the Kimberley including Djugerari Remote Community School, Jungdranung Remote Community School, Kalumburu Remote Community School, Muludja Remote Community School, Ngalapita Remote Community School, Wananami Remote Community School & Wangkatjunka Remote Community School.

05.01.2022 DAY 2 - 16 Days in WA Stop Violence Against Women! We’ve launched the Path to Safety: Western Australia’s strategy to reduce family and domestic violence 2020-2030, a long-term vision for a Western Australia where all people live free from family and domestic violence. It sets out a clear whole-of-government and community plan for reducing and responding to family and domestic violence over the next decade.... This is part of a comprehensive packages of reforms and initiatives delivered by the State Government to increase the safety of woman and children.

04.01.2022 Today marks five months since the last time Western Australia recorded a case of community transmission of COVID-19. The last time we detected community spread ...of the virus was on 11 April. Since then, while WA has recorded cases of the virus, all have either involved known close contacts of other cases or returned travellers from overseas. Avoiding community spread of COVID-19 is the most important measure of our success in fighting the virus, so this milestone is very significant. This accomplishment shows that our vigilance has paid off - but it should also be a reminder that we need to keep up our efforts. So let's keep up our personal hygiene, keep getting tested and staying home when sick, and keep working together to keep our State safe and strong.

03.01.2022 Today’s update!

02.01.2022 OPERATION HEAT SHIELD $5 MILLION BOOST The McGowan Labor Government on Sunday announced a major $5 million boost to WA Police to crack down on crime and antisocial behaviour over the summer months and keep Western Australians safe. The funding will ensure the highly successful Operation Heat Shield will run from December 2020 to the end of May 2021, with an additional 55,000 police hours deployed on our streets and in other entertainment and shopping precincts, including in t...he Kimberley. Heat Shield will deliver high-visibility policing to tackle the rise in crime rates historically experienced over the warmer months when more people are out socialising. This will include patrols at town centres, shopping, entertainment and transport areas and increased operations to target burglary, theft and family violence. The first Operation Heat Shield, which ran during the same period last year, resulted in 2,500 arrests, 1,425 summonses and 5,882 charges. "Our community does not tolerate crime and anti-social behaviour." "I welcome the McGowan Government increased funding to ensure more police on the beat in Kimberley." Josie Farrer MLA You can read the Premier's Post here: https://www.facebook.com//a.432761316741/4947044928646675/

02.01.2022 DAY 2 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN We’ve launched the Path to Safety: Western Australia’s strategy to reduce family and domestic violence 2020-2030, a long-term vision for a Western Australia where all people live free from family and domestic violence. It sets out a clear whole-of-government and community plan for reducing and responding to family and domestic violence over the next decade.... This is part of a comprehensive packages of reforms and initiatives delivered by the State Government to increase the safety of woman and children. Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

01.01.2022 Great news for local schools in the Kimberley. The McGowan Government’s $5 million Solar School program will see five schools across the Kimberley will be transformed into a solar school. Our kids will benefit from the opportunity to further their Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics education by learning about renewable energy technologies.... These rooftop solar panels will help us make WA more sustainable and importantly for our local schools, it will save 27 per cent on electricity costs - that’s money better spent on our students.

01.01.2022 Waterwise Towns Program extended! This fantastic program allows households and towns to transition into waterwise towns. For the first time, the program will be expanded to several Kimberley town-based Aboriginal communities, offering free household leak inspections and minor repairs using local contractors.... The program runs from October 1st to May 31 2021! For more information, visit http://www.watercorporation.com.au/waterwiseoffers

01.01.2022 DAY 11 - 16 DAYS IN WA - STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Sharing intimate images without consent is a form of abuse which causes harm to victims who can experience ongoing damage to their reputation, employment prospects and mental health. That’s why we passed laws making it a crime - and sending a clear message that the sharing of intimate images without consent is a serious and harmful form of abuse.... If you have concerns about abusive behaviour in your relationship call 1800 RESPECT or visit www.1800respect.org.au Find out more at https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/