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25.01.2022 Anyone missing 2 sheep in Seabird this morning

25.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE - MITIGATION BURN SAVES LANCELIN *Please attribute the information below to Shire President, Cr Sam Collard. The fire at Lancelin which has burnt ...through approximately 130 hectares was first reported on Tuesday, 15 October. As of 7pm on 16 October the blaze was fully contained and 90% controlled. Fire fighters have continued to patrol the fire since last evening in case of any flare ups. There are thankfully none to report. The Shire of Gingin and the Incident Controller, Tim McGrade, would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to the following who were instrumental in combating Tuesday's dangerous blaze: - Bushfire Brigade Volunteers - Volunteer Fire & Rescue - DFES Career Fire & Rescue - DFES Career Management Staff - St John Ambulance - WA Police & Police Airwing - Business owners of Lancelin and Ledge Point for supplies of food, fuel, etc. to the firefighting effort - Shire staff Without their dedicated assistance this fire could have ended in significant disaster but as a result of their quick action, no homes or lives were lost. The Shire of Gingin would also like to acknowledge that on 20 June 2019 significant mitigation burning was undertaken in the Lancelin area, particularly along Casserley Way in addition to Kendall Rd, Collins St and Cockram Road. This caused some consternation at the time with complaints regarding the smoke but thanks to the completion of this burn, no homes were lost due to approximately a 75% reduction in the fuel load on Casserley Way. Whilst mitigation burning can inconvenience residents, its benefit was well and truly demonstrated at Tuesdays blaze. As reported via other media outlets, the blaze is suspicious with 6 ignition points which WA Police are now investigating. If anyone in the area saw any suspicious behaviour, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and report it to WA Police.

24.01.2022 THOUGHT ABOUT VOLUNTEERING AS A FIREFIGHTER? The various brigades operating within the Shire of Gingin are always looking for volunteers and support members.... Those who volunteer or provide support are providing a tremendous service to their communities. Being a volunteer is an incredibly rewarding experience that provides everyone, regardless of age or background, the opportunity to give something back to their local community. Brigades seeking volunteers within the Shire of Gingin include: - Beermullah - Gingin South (Gingin) - Gingin West (Woodridge) - Guilderton - Karakin - Ledge Point - Nilgen - Red Gully - Ocean Farm (Karakin) - Seabird For more information and to sign up today please visit https://dfes.vol.org.au/.

24.01.2022 COASTAL EROSION UPDATE #7 Update No. 7 is here. The Shire is continuing to work hard to solve the coastal erosion issues plaguing Gingin Shire's coastline. If... community members have any questions on the progress being made, please feel free to contact the Shire on 9575 5100. Alternatively, have a look at our new page on our website which contains a good deal of information on coastal erosion within our Shire including FAQs, history, etc. Visit www.gingin.wa.gov.au/services/coastal-erosion.aspx. See more

23.01.2022 Small Halls Festival Cancelled for 2020. SPA has been advised by Woodfordia the company touring the Small Halls Concerts. Due to the Covid-19 (Corona Virus) the upcoming tour including Seabird has been cancelled for 2020. If you have purchased tickets you will receive a full refund and be contacted by email from Woodfordia explaining the process.... Thank you if you had bought a ticket and we will keep the idea open that they may be back in 2021 for a new tour.

22.01.2022 'KEEP LEFT' SIGNAGE IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES TO BE INSTALLED ON INDIAN OCEAN DRIVE www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au//Multi-language-sign-trial-t Image credit: ABC News

22.01.2022 Found dog seabird caravan park. Ranger has been contacted. Please call 0407095877 if its yours

20.01.2022 The Annual Seabird Children's Christmas Party will be held on Saturday 12th of December. We will have a raffle on the day with Gourmet Hampers as prizes. If you would like to donate any goodies e.g. wine, chocolates, cheese please drop to 3 Hudson Street Seabird by 9th December. To help with catering please email [email protected] with the number of adults/children attending. Please read the flyer for all details. Fun starts at 3pm with Santa arriving at 4.00pm

20.01.2022 Lest We Forget

19.01.2022 From Helen Sutherland - Looking for Christmas gifts for your grandchildren or your children? I am selling childrens books, puzzles, toys tomorrow at the Woodridge market. Cash $5 and $10. 50 to 75% reduced prices. Starts at 8.00am.

19.01.2022 NEW MEDICAL CENTRE HOURS New hours have been set for the Gingin Medical Centre which are as follows: MONDAY & WEDNESDAY - 8am - 1pm (appointments available 8am ...- 11.30am) TUESDAY & THURSDAY - 8am - 1pm then 2pm - 5pm FRIDAY - 8am - 1pm then 2pm - 4pm Patients are reminded that you should CANCEL or RESCHEDULE appointments you are unable to attend. Missed appointment fees may apply otherwise.

16.01.2022 The Lower Coastal Group will be meeting at the Seabird Hall Chalon Ave. This Wednesday 22nd July. Start time is 7pm. This group will discuss any issues that effect the lower coast region. Everyone is welcome to attend. If you have an item or event to be added to the agenda please email [email protected]

16.01.2022 Interesting Reading in Saturdays West Australian P28 $7m to save Port Beach, Fremantle City are doing something to save the beach and its amenities. P29 Riding a wave of optimism, City of Bunbury announced it is now home to the worlds first artificial surf reef. P37 Jetty idea floats strongly. Broome residents vote in favour of a $110m floating jetty Other municipalities can protect their coastline and develop amenities for residents and tourists alike. Why can't Gingin?... Garry Thomas See more

16.01.2022 PLEASE NOTE: This Warning has been updated, please see www.emergency.wa.gov.au for the latest information. A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING has been issued for peo...ple in WOODRIDGE, SEATREES and BREAKWATER ESTATES in the CITY OF WANNEROO and SHIRE OF GINGIN. Publication time: 08:14 PM, 15/12/19. You are in danger and need to act immediately to survive. There is a threat to lives and homes. People in Woodridge should leave in an easterly direction towards Indian Ocean Drive and use Gingin Brook Road to travel towards Gingin as fire is approaching the area. There is an evacuation centre available at Granville Civic Centre, Weld Street, Gingin. People in Seatrees and Breakwater Estates should leave in a westerly direction towards Two Rocks, and then leave south along Two Rocks Road and Marmion Avenue. WHAT TO DO: - If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place. - Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute is deadly. - Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. - If you cannot leave, you need to get ready to shelter in your home. - Go to a room in your home away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape. - Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry. - If you are not at home, its too dangerous to return. ---------- A bushfire WATCH AND ACT has been issued for people in GUILDERTON, GABBADAH, WILBINGA, CARABAN, SOVEREIGN HILL, REDFIELD PARK, YANCHEP, TWO ROCKS AND EGLINTON in the SHIRE OF GINGIN and the CITY OF WANNEROO. There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a If people in Guilderton, Gabbadah, Wilbinga, Caraban, Sovereign Hill and Redfield Park plan to leave, travel in a northerly direction on Indian Ocean Drive. If people in Two Rocks, Yanchep and Eglinton plan to leave, travel in a southerly direction along Two Rocks Road and Marmion Avenue. ---------- AND ---------- An ALL CLEAR advice has been issued for people in the vicinity of Neerbaggy, Gnangara-Moore River State Forest, Moore River National Park, Yeal and Yeal Nature Reserve in the CITY OF WANNEROO and SHIRE OF GINGIN. The danger has passed but you need to remain vigilant in case the situation changes. WHAT TO DO: - Drive slowly and with caution due to smoke and emergency services personnel working in the area. ---------- BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR: - The fire remains stationary, however the threat remains due to activity within the fireground. Forecast weather conditions mean there is still a high risk of flare ups as winds strengthen tomorrow morning. - The wind direction is forecast to change to the south west and strengthen during the afternoon. This will test containment lines. - This means homes in the Woodridge, Seatrees and Breakwater Estates remain under threat. SAFER PLACE: Your safest option may be to visit family or friends who live away from the area. The Department for Communities has set up two temporary evacuation centres at: - Gumblossom Community Centre, 17 Tapping Way, Quinns Rocks - Granville Civic Centre, Weld Street, Gingin Be aware that only essential items can be taken into these centres. Alcohol is prohibited. While the evacuation centre does not accept pets, except guide and assistance dogs, you can bring small pets as they are being accommodated outside, where possible. PLACE OF LAST RESORT: If you cannot shelter in your home, a safer place you can go to is a local open space, beach, swimming pool, dam or building. This may give you some protection from the effects of a bushfire. Take water, woollen blankets and wear protective clothing. ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS: Avoid the area and be aware of fire and emergency services personnel working on site. A number of roads remain closed: - Wanneroo Road/Indian Ocean Drive between Pipidinny Road and Gingin Brook Road (open for people to leave only) - Indian Ocean Drive is open to local traffic only between Gingin Road and KW Road - Breakwater Drive between Mayflower Parade and Indian Ocean Drive - Yanchep Beach Road between Parkland Road and Indian Ocean Drive PARK CLOSURES: - Yanchep National Park. - Wilbinga Conservation Park and adjacent State forest. Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting www.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting their local council. POWER: A number of residents have been affected by power outages. For further information or outage information, please refer to Western Power website www.westernpower.com.au WATER: Property owners are reminded not to rely in scheme water in the event of a bushfire more information is available at https://www.watercorporation.com.au//bushfires-and-water-s For water supply enquiries please contact Water Corporation on 13 13 75. PHONE: Residents may experience disruptions to mobile services. Affected customers should contact their service provider for more information. SCHOOLS: The following schools will be closed tomorrow Monday 16 December: - Two Rocks Primary School - Yanchep Lagoon Primary School - Yanchep Beach Primary School - Yanchep Secondary College COMMUNITY MEETING: Community meetings will be held tomorrow (Monday 16 December) at: 10am at the Gumblossom Community Centre, 17 Tapping Way, Quinns Rocks. 2.30pm at the Granville Civic Centre, Weld Street, Gingin. SAFETY MESSAGE: There are a lot of fire damaged trees alight in and around the fire ground which pose a risk to residents and firefighters. Access to these areas will not be permitted until hazards have been assessed and managed. IMPORTANT NUMBERS: Register with Register.Find.Reunite. to let your family and loved ones know youre OK via https://redcross.org.au from any computer or mobile device, or at an evacuation centre. If you are unable to contact a loved one who may have been affected by the fires, you can enquire in person at an evacuation centre, visit the Red Cross website https://redcross.org.au. Find out more information on the Emergency WA website: https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

15.01.2022 Here is some vision of the Yanchep fires that burned out of control for 6 days. Over 13,000 Hectares burnt, thousands of properties saved. Our fire crews volunt...eered their time away from work and family, dedicated to protecting our community. We are thankful for all your kind words, donations and acts of support, helping us help YOU! We hope this helps you see what we do, all of our hard work training and preparing! Quinns Rocks Bush Fire Brigade | Wanneroo Fire Support Brigade | Wanneroo Central Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade | Two Rocks Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade | City of Wanneroo | Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA | Association Of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades of WA (Inc) | Joondalup-Wanneroo Times/Weekender

15.01.2022 PLEASE NOTE: This alert has been updated. See www.emergency.wa.gov.au for the latest information. A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING has been issued for people in an... area bounded by McCormick Road, Seabird Road, Cowalla Road, Gingin Brook Road, Military Road, Indian Ocean Drive, Yanchep National Park, south of Two Rocks and the western coast, in GUILDERTON, TWO ROCKS, WOODRIDGE, NEERGABBY, GABBADAH, WILBINGA, CARABAN and SEABIRD, and parts of WANERIE, BRETON BAY, YEAL, BEERMULLAH, MUCKENBURRA and YANCHEP in the CITY OF WANNEROO and SHIRE OF GINGIN. Publication time: 05:06 PM, 13/12/19. You are in danger and need to act immediately to survive. There is a threat to lives and homes. The Emergency Warning area now includes Redfield and Sovereign Hill Estate. People in Two Rocks and north of Yanchep Beach Road are advised to leave in a southerly direction along Two Rocks Road and Marmion Avenue. People in, and north of, Woodridge and Guilderton are to leave to the north. WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE IN SEATREES ESTATE AND BREAKWATER ESTATE - Its too late to leave, leaving now would be deadly. - You need to shelter in your home in a room away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape. - You must shelter before the fire arrives, as the extreme heat will kill you well before the flames reach you. - Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. - Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry. - If your home catches on fire and the conditions inside become unbearable, you need to get out and go to an area that has already been burnt. - Protect yourself by wearing long sleeves and trousers, made from cotton or wool, and strong leather boots. IF YOU ARE IN GUILDERTON, TWO ROCKS, WOODRIDGE, NEERGABBY, GABBADAH, WILBINGA, CARABAN SEABIRD, WANERIE, BRETON BAY, YEAL, BEERMULLAH, MUCKENBURRA and YANCHEP - If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place. - Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute is deadly. - Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. - If you cannot leave, you need to get ready to shelter in your home. - Go to a room in your home away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape. - Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry. - If you are not at home, its too dangerous to return. --- AND --- A bushfire WATCH AND ACT has been issued for people in the Yanchep townsite and in parts of EGLINTON in the CITY OF WANNEROO. There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is approaching in the area and conditions are changing. If people south of Yanchep Beach Road and in Eglinton plan to leave, travel in a southerly direction. BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR It is out of control and unpredictable. Burning embers are likely to be blown around your home. SAFER PLACE Your safest option may be to visit family or friends who live away from the area. The Department for Communities has set up two temporary evacuation centres at: - Gumblossom Community Centre, 17 Tapping Way, Quinns Rocks - Granville Civic Centre, Weld Street, Gingin Be aware that only essential items can be taken into these centres. Alcohol is prohibited. While the evacuation centre does not accept pets, except guide and assistance dogs, you can bring small pets as they are being accommodated outside, if possible. PLACE OF LAST RESORT If you cannot shelter in your home, a safer place you can go to is a local open space, beach, swimming pool, dam or building. This may give you some protection from the effects of a bushfire. Take water, woollen blankets and wear protective clothing. SAFEST ROUTE If you live in Breakwater and Seatrees Estates, it is too late to leave and you must shelter in place. If you live in TWO ROCKS and north of YANCHEP BEACH ROAD, travel south via Two Rocks Road and Marmion Avenue. If you live in Woodridge or Guilderton leave north via Indian Ocean Drive towards Gingin. ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS Avoid the area and be aware of fire and emergency services personnel working on site. A number of roads remain closed: - Breakwater Drive - Two Rocks Road between Two Rocks and Yanchep (open ONLY for people to leave south to a safer place) - Yanchep Beach Road - Old Yanchep Road - Wanneroo Road/Indian Ocean Drive from Breakwater Drive to Pipidinny Road. - Yanchep National Park and Wilbinga Conservation Park and adjacent State forest are closed. Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting www.mainroads.wa.gov.au or by contacting the City of Wanneroo. POWER Western Power has advised that approximately 260 customers have been impacted by outages from the fire in the area. For further details visit www.westernpower.com.au. WATER There are no known water supply issues, however Water Corporation has advised mains power to bore fields that supply Two Rocks has been compromised. For further details visit www.watercorporation.com.au/wate/bushfires-and-water-supply. PHONE Homes to the north east of Two Rocks are experiencing disruptions to landline and mobile phone connections. Affected customers should contact their service provider for more information. COMMUNITY MEETING There will be a community meeting will be held tomorrow (Saturday 14 December) at 10am at the Gumblossom Community Centre, 17 Tapping Way, Quinns Rocks. Find out more information on the Emergency WA website: https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

14.01.2022 A reminder if driving on our beaches lower your tyre pressure much lower than you think you need to. The boys lowered these to 10 PSI after pulling the unfortunate driver of this new ute. Also if you are going to do any off-roading buy a compressor, take a shovel and recovery trax and have water with you as it's hard work digging out your vehicle. Remember to act early to get help if needed as once the tide comes in it's often unsalvageable.

14.01.2022 3 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! #GrantFunding Get your grant applications in now! To apply visit www.gingin.wa.gov.au/community/grants-funding.aspx

13.01.2022 AGENDA AVAILABLE FOR COUNCIL MEETING To view a copy of the Agenda for tomorrow's Council Meeting, please visit http://tiny.cc/73bfgz. The Council Meeting will ...commence at 3pm in the Council Chambers at the Gingin Administration Centre, 7 Brockman St, Gingin. All are welcome to attend. If you would like to ask a question or make a presentation, please visit the Shire's website for further information on the procedures for doing this. Deputations - http://tiny.cc/vbcfgz Public Question - http://tiny.cc/pccfgz.

12.01.2022 Seabird Progress Association is proud to announce that they are participating in a great musical event: the Festival of Small Halls. These artists are coming to Seabird on 25th April click on the link for details and to purchase tickets! We are currently negotiating to include a local artist in the event. Watch this page for details! Book your tickets soon this will be a great night!!! http://festivalofsmallhalls.com//autumn-2020-fairbridge-a/

12.01.2022 GINGIN GARDEN GEMS - 20 OCTOBER, 10AM-4PM - 230 Duffy Road, Bambun - 181 Cockram Road, Lennard Brook - 15 Constable Street, Gingin... Visit these three gardens in the Gingin area and enjoy a wonderful day in the country with lots to see, refreshments and sheltered picnic spots too. Visiting open gardens is a lovely day out for the whole family. Visit one or see them all and even plan ahead for a weekend in Gingin. Soak up the tranquillity and enjoy country hospitality. These delightful gardens have a wide range of plantings and features. You can see exquisite roses, camellias, hydrangeas, native plants, large trees, annuals, bulbs, vegetable gardens and fruit trees. Special features include old farm machinery incorporated into the landscape at one garden and at another the owner has enhanced the garden with interesting steel art she has made. Refreshments and plant sales will be available at two of the gardens. Visit www.opengardenswa.org. ENTRY FEE $15 for all three gardens Single garden: $6 Children under 18 enter free *This post was shared as part of promoting attendance at local community events.

11.01.2022 Thank you for being part of the Seabird wider community by visiting our Facebook page and, prior to COVID-19, by sharing our town, our cafe, our caravan parks, our tavern, our sunsets and our beautiful beaches. We appreciate your thoughtfulness in staying away, as we all try to stop the spread of the virus by restricting our movements. We are in uncertain times and no one knows how long the current restrictions will be in place, but we look forward to the day you will be abl...e to return once more, when we will welcome you back to share Seabird once again. In the meantime stay safe, isolate for now, and remember we are all in this together. Our Seabird community will miss not seeing you all for our Family Gala Day which has previously been held on Easter Sunday each year, but unfortunately has been postponed until a later date. Happy Easter to you and your families.

10.01.2022 Please keep your eyes out for 2 missing farm dogs. Missing from Dewar Farm on the right hand side of Guilderton Road. Black and white Border Collie called Macey and a Black and Tan Kelpie called Sassy. If seen or Found please call Frank on 0418771009 or fb message Grace Dewar.... Thank you

09.01.2022 Our annual Children's Christmas Party was held on Saturday. Thank you to everyone who donated for the raffle or volunteered your time the community spirit is what makes the day so successful. Congratulations to all the raffle winners. ... Thank you to The Seabird Tavern, Seabird Sunset Cafe and Kerry for your generous donations and support. Special thanks to Mick and Emma from West Coast Heli Scene for transporting Santa Claus to Seabird to deliver presents, it's always exciting to watch the chopper land on the oval. Everyone who attended on Saturday your support is appreciated and its great to see the Seabird community spirit is still going strong. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year.

09.01.2022 https://facebook.com/events/s/rslwas-driveway-dawn-service/228555238517429/?ti=as

09.01.2022 3.40PM - UPDATE - Please note DFES have now downgraded this alert to a WATCH & ACT. For further details, see the post shared by the Shire here (www.facebook....com//photos/a.212438745551860/2376505789145134) a short time ago or alternatively always visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au in the first instance for the latest information from DFES. EMERGENCY WARNING - REGANS FORD This is an emergency broadcast from the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. It is essential that the words are not changed. Time of issue: 12:40 PM Date of issue: 08 November 2019 Bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING for the eastern part of REGANS FORD in SHIRE OF DANDARAGAN ALERT LEVEL: A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING has been issued for people on the southern side of Woodbine Road in REGANS FORD in the SHIRE OF DANDARAGAN. You are in danger and need to act immediately to survive. There is a threat to lives and homes. The alert level for this fire has been upgraded to an Emergency Warning. Homes in WOODBINE ROAD are under threat by fire now. The fire started near the intersection of WOODBINE RD and MOOCHAMULLA RD in REGANS FORD. WHAT TO DO: If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place. Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute is deadly. If your plan is to stay and actively defend, do not rely on mains water pressure as it may be affected. If you have access to a water tank and plan to defend your home, start patrolling with your hose and put out spot fires. If you cannot leave, you need to get ready to shelter in your home and actively defend it. If you are not at home, it is too dangerous now to return. Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. ROAD CLOSURES AND CONDITIONS: If people choose to leave, they should travel away from the fire Motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and drive carefully due to smoke. Road information may also be available from Main Roads WA by calling 138 138 or visiting www.mainroads.wa.gov.au OR SHIRE OF DANDARAGAN. WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING: Firefighters are on the scene. Bush Fire Service, Parks and Wildlife Service firefighters are attending. Aerial support has been sent to assist ground crews. DRONES AND AERIAL SUPPORT: Never fly a drone, model aircraft or multirotor near bushfires. Doing so poses a major safety risk to firefighting personnel in the air and on the ground, and forces aircraft to be grounded or redirected, hindering firefighting efforts. EXTRA INFORMATION: The fire was reported at 10:34 AM on 8 November 2019. Currently there has been 400 hectares burnt. The cause of the fire is unknown. DFES is managing the fire. KEEP UP TO DATE: Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, call 13 DFES (13 3337), follow DFES on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dfes_wa, Facebook: https://facebook.com/dfeswa/, listen to ABC Local Radio or listen to news bulletins. Updates will be issued every hour unless the situation changes. END

08.01.2022 Good afternoon. Just letting you all know due to lack of Staff we have had to close the Seabird Tavern today. Tomorrow should be open as usual. Anybody that is interested in a job bar, kitchen please let me know. You can ring me on 95771010: after 10.00am

08.01.2022 A message from Murray Pendle "Persons who may require a free Caravan site Power and Water for the duration of evacuations. please message me for details, Seaview Park Karakin."

06.01.2022 FIRE PERMITS CANCELLED As of midnight tonight (12 November) fire permits are cancelled for the Shire of Gingin district until further notice given the warm a...nd windy weather and predicted high temperatures over the coming days. This excludes permits for wood fired barbeques although please keep in mind that you should make sure that there is a 3m radius clear of any flammable material around your barbeque if you use it. Phil Barrett Chief Bush Fire Control Officer / Community Emergency Services Manager 0408943 576

05.01.2022 FINAL POST FROM THE SHIRE FOR THIS EVENING DFES updates will continue throughout the evening. REFER TO DFES FOR ANY & ALL UPDATES ON THE BUSH FIRE UNTIL TOM...ORROW MORNING (15 DECEMBER) Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au, Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA (Facebook page) or call DFES on 13 33 37. For any and all road updates, refer to Mainroads WA - https://travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au/Home/Map. If you plan to evacuate, please make you way to your nearest Evacuation Centre being either: - Granville Civic Centre, Weld Street, Gingin; or - Gumblossom Community Centre, 17 Tapping Way, Quinns Rocks A Total Fire Ban (imposed by DFES) is in place for the Shire of Gingin district for all of tomorrow, 15 December, from midnight tonight until midnight tomorrow night. Pridelands Kennels & Cattery in Muchea are accepting any and all animals in need of looking after. IMPORTANT NUMBERS: Register with Register.Find.Reunite to let your family and loved ones know youre OK via https://redcross.org.au from any computer or mobile device or at an evacuation centre. If you are unable to contact a loved one who may have been affected by the fires, you can enquire in person at an evacuation centre, visit the Red Cross website https://redcross.org.au or call the State Inquiry Centre on 1800 351 375. FINAL WORDS - THANK YOU Today has seen such a massive effort from so many people from all walks of life. On behalf of all of the communities within our Shire, the Shire of Gingin and Council would like to say a tremendous thank you to all of the many people who have stepped up to protect our communities. The past few days have required many hours of service from our emergency personnel, many of whom are volunteers. The Shire and the community cant thank you enough for giving up your time and for your dedication and commitment to being there always in the communitys greatest hours of need. To our DFES crews, Police, Ambulance Officers, Fire & Emergency Personnel, SES, volunteers, Shire staff, Red Cross, those community members offering to help however they can and so many others: you are the gems in our community that we could not do without. Thank you for your service to the Gingin Shire and its residents. Your efforts are appreciated!

04.01.2022 The Seabird Sunset Cafe on McCormick Street has remained open from 8am -6pm 7 days of the week during the region restrictions. If you are in the Wheatbelt region this week or as it was announced today travel restrictions will be eased from Monday 18th May, drop in and pick up groceries, alcohol, takeaway food and all the bits & pieces you will need. Huge Thank You to everyone who has supported and continues to support the Shop during these challenging times.

04.01.2022 REMINDER - HAVE YOU HAD YOUR SAY? To complete the survey visit this link - www.surveymonkey.com/r/WCKX38Z As part of the development of the Shire's Public Hea...lth Plan it is important to identify the public health risks that people living and working in the Shire are most concerned with. The Shire also wants to hear from you about what the Shire and its partners may be able to do to support your health, happiness and general well-being. There are only 7 questions in the survey so it will only take 5-10 minutes to complete. Please answer all of the questions honestly and to the best of your knowledge. If you have any questions regarding the survey or the development of the Public Health Plan please contact Mel Stoneham at [email protected] We appreciate that your time is valuable and thank you for your input.

03.01.2022 LANCELIN COASTAL EROSION MISCONCEPTIONS / MISINTEPRETATIONS #GetTheFacts Click this link here - http://tiny.cc/t0kqez Thursday's media release (17 Oct) has gen...erated much debate about how the Shire is addressing coastal erosion in Lancelin. It has become evident that there are a number of misconceptions/misinterpretations in relation to this latest development relating to the erosion of Grace Darling Park. In the interest of clarification, community members are invited to please read and take note of the answers we have provided (see the link at the top of this post) to the following comments: - "The plan to build a wall at Grace Darling Park has been scrapped permanently" - "The State Government has turned its back on Lancelin" - "The Shire should relocate Grace Darling Park north of its current location to the unused Cuncliffe St carpark" - "The Shire is incompetent" - "If we build the sea wall it will protect Lancelin permanently" - "It is so cheap to build a sandbag wall. Why doesn't the Shire just get on with it?" - "Sand renourishment is a waste of money and resources" - "The next big storm will wipe out Grace Darling Park" - "The Shire wants to tear down the town for some other purpose" - "The Shire has turned its back on Lancelin" - "Council doesn't want to spend the money" If you have a question we have further information (including a FAQ fact sheet) on our website or alternatively you can email your question to us via our web page. Visit https://gingin.wa.gov.au/services/coastal-erosion.aspx.

02.01.2022 The Seabird Tavern is currently closed. Should you require alcohol ring the tavern 9577 1010 and you can arrange pick up or if necessary a home delivery can be arranged. Eftpos facilities are available for purchases. We thank you for your support and look forward to seeing you at the tavern again when we reopen. Ann Manager

01.01.2022 PLEASE NOTE: This Warning has been updated, please see www.emergency.wa.gov.au for the latest. A bushfire EMERGENCY WARNING has been issued for people in GUI...LDERTON, TWO ROCKS, WOODRIDGE, NEERGABBY, GABBADAH, WILBINGA, CARABAN and SEABIRD, and parts of WANERIE, BRETON BAY, YEAL, BEERMULLAH, MUCKENBURRA, YANCHEP, GNANGARA-MOORE RIVER STATE FOREST and YEAL NATURE RESERVE in the CITY OF WANNEROO and SHIRE OF GINGIN. Publication time: 06:00 AM, 14/12/19. You are in danger and need to act immediately to survive. There is a threat to lives and homes. People in Two Rocks and north of Yanchep Beach Road are advised to leave in a southerly direction along Two Rocks Road and Marmion Avenue. People in, and north of, Woodridge and Guilderton are to leave to the north. WHAT TO DO: SEATREES ESTATE AND BREAKWATER ESTATE - Its too late to leave, leaving now would be deadly. - You need to shelter in your home in a room away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape. - You must shelter before the fire arrives, as the extreme heat will kill you well before the flames reach you. - Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. - Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry. - If your home catches on fire and the conditions inside become unbearable, you need to get out and go to an area that has already been burnt. - Protect yourself by wearing long sleeves and trousers, made from cotton or wool, and strong leather boots. GUILDERTON, TWO ROCKS, WOODRIDGE, NEERGABBY, GABBADAH, WILBINGA, CARABAN SEABIRD, WANERIE, BRETON BAY, YEAL, BEERMULLAH, MUCKENBURRA, YANCHEP, GNANGARA-MOORE RIVER STATE FOREST and YEAL NATURE RESERVE - If the way is clear, leave now for a safer place. - Do not wait and see, leaving at the last minute is deadly. - Close all doors and windows and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. - If you cannot leave, you need to get ready to shelter in your home. - Go to a room in your home away from the fire front and make sure you can easily escape. - Choose a room with two exits and water such as a kitchen or laundry. - If you are not at home, its too dangerous to return. Find out more information on the Emergency WA website: https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au/

01.01.2022 Following the announcement today of the guidelines for New Social Distancing that includes Community Halls & Facilities. The Decision has been made to Cancel the ANZAC Day Service at the Seabird Hall on April 25th. The Annual Easter Cake Stall on Saturday 11th April has also been cancelled. Please stay safe and do what is required to help stop the spread of this nasty Corona virus.

01.01.2022 ********** First Aid Announcement ******* The Defibrillator is now located at the Seabird Sunset Cafe verandah. McCormick Street Seabird