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24.01.2022 Great to have the Minister for Health Hon Roger Cook, The Minister for Regional Development and Ports The Hon Alannah MacTiernan along with the Chief Mecical Of...ficer Dr. Andy Robertson, The WAMAT Mission lead Dr. Tudor Codreanu, The WACHS Chief Ececutive Mr. Jeff Moffet and The CEO for Port Roger Johnston coming to Hedland to meet the community, the departments and be at the public forum to answer questions from the community. I was giad to accompany the Premier Mark McGowan in Hedland the next day to meet with the experienced staff managing the situation on the ground. I want to thank everyone at the hospital, the health staff, WA Police, Army, Navy, port workers and security staff for all the important work they are doing. We have strong procedures in place to manage the situation and keep the community safe. I want to thank the local community for their understanding.
23.01.2022 There’s a TOTAL FIRE BAN for the PORT HEDLAND, EAST PILBARA, LAVERTON, NGAANYATJARRAKU and WILUNA districts for MONDAY 28/9 What CAN and CAN’T you do? ... A total fire ban means no fires in the open air. ‘Open air’ means anywhere outside, including a deck, balcony, courtyard or park. Includes cities and towns. Runs 12.01am -11.59pm Monday 28 September. Cooking outside is restricted to gas and electric barbecues only, with conditions. No "hot works" like welding or grinding. Penalties apply for breaking the rules. See https://www.facebook.com/dfeswa or https://twitter.com/dfes_wa http://bit.ly/2TmHQbP
23.01.2022 This weekend, hundreds of thousands of Western Australians will be gathering with their friends and family. It might be for a party, to watch the footy or just ...to hang out. Here in WA, since all the way back in July, we've had no hard limit on how many Western Australians can gather together - as long as the venue has 2 square metres per person. Every State is following the health advice that they're getting, relevant to their own situation. WA is no different. Because of the safety and confidence offered by our hard border, we were able to lift the vast majority of restrictions three months ago. As a result, we’ve got back to living in a COVID-safe environment faster than other States, and as a result Western Australians were able to get back to work. Other States, in line with their own health advice, still have strict restrictions on the size of gatherings. In New South Wales, that limit remains at just 20 people, with the 4sqm capacity rule still in place. Yesterday, it was announced that up to 60 people will be allowed to gather at homes in Queensland from the start of December. These are positive steps other States are making and we look forward to seeing them continue to reduce restrictions further, in line with their health advice. The freedoms Western Australians are able to enjoy across our State have only been possible because of our hard border, and that continues to be the advice from our Chief Health Officer. The border won't remain in place forever, and the recent improvement of the situations in the eastern states has been very reassuring. But we also have to remember just how devastating an outbreak would be for Western Australians' lives and their livelihoods. We can only imagine what it has been like for our friends in Victoria over the last few months, and we can't afford to see that happen here. That's why it's so crucial that we continue to follow our expert health advice and be extra cautious, as we continue to make the most of the freedoms and safety in WA.
22.01.2022 We are now managing 17 active cases linked to the COVID-19 outbreak on the Patricia Oldendorff which is anchored off Port Hedland. Of those cases, 10 are in hot...el quarantine in Port Hedland and 7 remain on board the bulk carrier. There is still a total of 9 crew aboard the Patricia Oldendorff this includes the 7 who have tested positive to COVID-19. We are awaiting the results of serology tests for the other 2 remaining crew to see if they have already had the virus. The Health Department and WA Medical Assistance Team continues to work with Australian Maritime Safety Authority and Pilbara Ports Authority to ensure the safety of the vessel and look at potential replacement crew if this is required. The Patricia Odendorff is undergoing daily cleaning and the crew who have returned positive tests are not displaying significant symptoms and are in good spirits. I want to reassure the Port Hedland community that safety of the maritime workers, emergency services and transport staff, hotel staff and the local community continues to be our number one priority. The Department of Health is experienced in managing outbreaks on vessels and is putting every precaution in place to protect the local community. There are 5 active cases not related to the Patricia Oldendorff - 1 is from interstate and 4 are Western Australians. All 5 of these cases involved returned overseas travellers who tested positive while in hotel quarantine. Our State has maintained its strong record and has not recorded a single case of community transmission in 171 days. This result shows how well our teams have handled these difficult situations, how well our quarantine systems have worked and how well every Western Australian has done to remain vigilant. Let's all keep it up WA.
21.01.2022 $818 MILLION PILBARA PIPELINE OF WORK The Premier Mark McGowan has announced the WA Pipeline of Work, including 39 Pilbara projects to the value of $818 million.... The Pipeline of Work is a game changer for our local Pilbara businesses who will be able to plan for and win more local contracts on local projects. It will also give young people the opportunity to get skilled up for jobs they know will be required for future work in their home towns, building a sustainable future for our Pilbara community. Find out more here: www.wa.gov.au/pipeline
19.01.2022 It doesn’t matter who the WA Liberal Leader is.
18.01.2022 Great to meet and get to know the team working on the redevelopment design for Roebourne District High School. Fantastic to see community engagement with Roebo...urne locals to hear their ideas about what they would like to see in the new school. The McGowan Government has committed $42 million to redevelop Roebourne District High School.
16.01.2022 WA Police will be out in force again this summer: we're funding Operation Heat Shield for a second summer in a row, to help keep us all safe and strong. Summer ...is a great time to get out and about - but historically we also see rises in anti-social behaviour, as well as increased burglaries, retail theft and family violence. Under the $5 million Operation Heat Shield, over 55,000 hours of additional policing has been funded, to put more cops on patrol in hotspots like the CBD, but also across our suburbs and throughout regional WA. I hope they're not needed, but in the event that someone needs help, this boost will mean that WA Police aren't far away. Last year, it was a significant success - resulting in 2,499 arrests and 5,882 charges.
14.01.2022 Visiting Port Hedland today to meet with the team responsible for ensuring the safety of the community in the response to the Patricia Oldendorff vessel and COV...ID-19 cases. I am assured all is going well and the crew are in good health. I want to reassure the Port Hedland community that safety of the maritime workers, emergency services and transport staff, hotel staff and the local community continues to be our number one priority. The Department of Health is experienced in managing outbreaks on vessels and is putting every precaution in place to protect the local community. The hotel quarantine facilities at place in Port Hedland use the same tried and tested models that are in place in the Perth metropolitan area. The model has been overseen by the State Health Incident Coordination Centre, and only fully-trained WA Medical Assistance Team personnel wearing PPE are in contact with the crew in hotel quarantine in Port Hedland. I have visited the Hedland Health Campus with Kevin Michel MLA and met with clinical nurse, Joyce Davis and other hard-working health staff. I will also be meeting with the Pilbara Port Authority and the WA Medical Assistance Team (WAMAT). The WAMAT team have been working hard on the ground to ensure that the crew are kept safe and well and that all protocols are adhered to. This evening I will be co-hosting a community forum to let the community know what is happening and to assure locals that everything is being done to keep them safe.
13.01.2022 A brilliant morning for the Yara Burrup Open Classic Swim at Hearson’s Cove in Karratha organized by Swimming WA’s Open Water Swimming Series. Congratulations t...o all contestants. Exciting to see 109 entrants including Mayor Peter Long and Pilbara Development Commission CEO Terry Hill. It was spectacular to see swimmers of all ages compete. Thanks to Yara, City of Karratha, all sponsors and volunteers for supporting this event. Thanks to Chris Rijksen from Yara for committing to sponsor the event for the next 3 years. It’s sad to hear Chris will be leaving Karratha and I wish him all the best in all his future endeavours. I would also like to acknowledge Darren Beazley Chief Executive of Swimming WA and his crew for their hard work in organising this event.
11.01.2022 Honoured to attend the National Police Remembrance Day at South Hedland Police Station. Since 1989, National Police Remembrance Day has been held on or near Sep...tember 29th of each year. This being the Feast Day of St. Michael, the patron saint of all Police Officers. It is a day we honour and remember fallen colleagues from State, Territory and Federal Police Services who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. See more
10.01.2022 PORT HEDLAND COVID-19 COMMUNITY MEETING TODAY This afternoon, you have the opportunity to hear from the Minister for Health Roger Cook, Minister for Ports Alann...ah MacTiernan, Chief Health Officer Dr Andy Robertson, WA Medical Assistance Team Mission Lead Dr Tudor Codreanu, WA Country Health Service Chief Executive Jeff Moffet and other response agencies about how we're effectively managing the Patricia Oldendorff vessel outbreak to keep you safe. I look forward to seeing you there. When: 5.00pm today, Wednesday 30 September 2020 Where: Wanangkura Stadium, South Hedland To comply with physical distancing, everyone attending must keep two metres away from each other. Attendee numbers will be capped.
09.01.2022 Proud to sponsor the Academic Excellence award for the Karratha Girls Academy 'Academy Awards' end of year presentation last night. My staff attended as I was u...nfortunately unable to attend, but I heard it was a great event. Congratulations to all of the girls for their dedication and commitment to the program throughout the year and congratulations to all award winners. Thank you to CEO Ricky Grace, Program Manager Jodi Bampton, Karratha Senior High School Principal Mario Tufilli, Events Coordinator Kym Irwin, Sorted Futures and the Karratha Girls Academy team for their hard work to support these students. Thank you to Mobile Concreting Solutions for sponsoring the event.
06.01.2022 We all know just how hard 2020 has been. Here in WA, our State is in the best possible position as we continue our strong recovery from COVID-19. But times are... still tough for many Western Australians, and there is always more work to do. At the start of the pandemic, to give everyone certainty, we rolled out a freeze on all household fees and charges. Today, as a result of our strong budget management over the last three years, we can now go one step further. Every household in Western Australia will receive a historic, one-off $600 Household Electricity Credit. The WA Household Electricity Credit will be automatically applied to every Synergy or Horizon Power residential account as of today. You will see it on your own bill in November and December. It'll mean WA families have a bit of extra money available in the lead up to Christmas. The $600 credit is fully funded through the recent Bell Group settlement, for the losses incurred in the Bell Group collapse in the early 1990s. It made sense that these funds go straight back to Western Australians. Especially in times like these, when people may need that bit of extra financial relief because of COVID-19. But I have a request: If this credit means you can spend some extra money, use it to support our local WA businesses. By spending local, you'll be helping to support WA jobs, support your fellow West Aussies, and keep WA safe and strong.
03.01.2022 I’d like to wish all West Aussies a safe and relaxing public holiday today. And to those at work, keeping our State running: thank you.
02.01.2022 It's here. Find your nearest refund point and more information about WA's container deposit scheme at www.containersforchange.com.au/wa
