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Shire of Pingelly

Locality: Pingelly, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9887 1066

Address: 17 Queen Street 6308 Pingelly, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au

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25.01.2022 The repainting works at the Pingelly Swimming Pool are set to finish this week, before the pool is refilled ready for the 2020-21 season! Stay tuned for information about the opening date and season passes

25.01.2022 Transformation Tuesday The leftover yarnbombing masterpieces from Harmony Week have been repurposed into 5 beautiful rugs that will be donated to the Pingelly Op Shop! Thankyou to Sandra from the Pingelly Community Craft Centre for your time and creativity to clean, colour match and re-join the squares back together The Pingelly Colour Trail was originally co-delivered by the Shire of Pingelly and Pingelly Community Resource Centre with support from Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, Wheatbelt and Office of Multicultural Interests as part of Harmony Week Catherine Hughes

24.01.2022 Just a reminder that licensing services will be closing at 2:00pm today!

23.01.2022 Teamwork made the dream work on Saturday at the combined Community Market | 2020 Senior's Week Celebration! Huge credit to Pingelly Tourism Group, Pingelly Somerset Alliance | Giving Ageism the Boot Campaign, Pingelly Community Resource Centre and Shire of Pingelly for the behind the scenes coordination toward this year's event; as well as to Pingelly Primary School, Pingelly Youth Group, Pingelly Museum Group, Pingelly Gardening Group, Pingelly Craft Centre and Perth Symphony Orchestra | Wind Quintent Plus for adding value to the day. Thankyou also to the various funding partners and organisations for making the event possible: Department of Communities, Rick Wilson, Mia Davies, Darren West and Martin Aldridge.

21.01.2022 Some photos from the Pingelly Youth Group Open Day yesterday Our local young people were treated to an action-packed day to conclude the school holidays! Fair Game delivered interactive health, wellbeing, sport and art activities, as well as made great competition in table soccer, air hockey and pool We enjoyed a healthy lunch, as well as a visit from Jason Macander, Sergeant from Pingelly Police Station, who met some of our local people for the first time ... Visit the Shire's website for more photos of the day https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au/news/ Youth Group will now commence Friday 16 October Session 1 | Years 1 - 5 from 6pm - 7.30pm Session 2 | Years 6 - 12 from 7.30pm - 9.30pm Pingelly Youth Centre Corner of Avon and Pemberton Streets (next to the Pingelly Skate Park) The Pingelly Youth Group Open Day was supported by Shire of Pingelly | Pingelly Community Resource Centre | Pingelly Recreation & Cultural Centre - PRACC | Pingelly Iga X-press | Pingelly Quality Meats | Fair Game | Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, Wheatbelt

21.01.2022 Nominations are now open for the Shire of Pingelly's 2020 Community Awards! It's that time of the year to RECOGNISE and CELEBRATE those who have made a significant contribution to our community Visit the Shire's website for more information https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au//2020-community-award-/1330 Bruce Sewell and Eileen McCahon | 2019 Recipients

20.01.2022 Exciting news for Pingelly! This week the Australian Government confirmed the Shire of Pingelly was successful in obtaining $1 million for the redevelopment of Memorial Park The funding will contribute toward the upgrade of the undeveloped sections of Memorial Park to create vibrant and welcoming places for residents and visitors to meet, rest and play The Memorial Park Reference Group have begun providing input into the detailed design with construction to begin in Mar...ch 2021 Looking for more information? Visit the Shire's website https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au/news/ or contact the Shire Office 9887 1066 [email protected]

20.01.2022 We would like to congratulate Pingelly Youth Group for becoming the third Containers for Change WA refund point in Pingelly All eligible containers donated to the Youth Group will directly fund youth activities and projects in Pingelly. It's also a fantastic initiative for our young people to learn more about recycling and sustainability There are two other collection points available in Pingelly: one at the back of Pingelly Exchange Tavern (spot the white and blue flag...s) where you will keep the refund, and another is set up at the Pingelly Recreation & Cultural Centre - PRACC where your refund will form a donation toward the PRACC. How to register: 1 Set up a Scheme ID at www.containersforchange.com.au 2 Collect eligible containers which include aluminium, glass, steel and paper in a biodegradable bag (milk and wine bottles are ineligible for a refund) 3 Label your bag with your Scheme ID and name, then simply drop at the collection point 4 Once a week a representative will collect the items for processing and from here it will take 3-5 days ofr your refund to appear in your bank account More information is available by calling 13 42 42, or visiting the Shire's website https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au/news/ Other local businesses and community groups who are interested in becoming a collection point should call 13 42 42

19.01.2022 We're calling for expressions of interest from members of the community to join the Town Hall Project Reference Group to help us shape the planning and future operation of our community's civic heart Council has endorsed the community-inspired direction for a multipurpose space comprising of tourism, community and historical uses The next exciting step is to create a Reference Group who will work in collaboration to:... Develop a plan and design for the interior of the Hall Prioritise and cost the refurbishment and relevant components Have input into the ongoing operations of the facility The Reference Group will comprise of representation from Council, staff and a number of community groups, as well as a representative from the: Aboriginal Community Local Business Community General Community Looking for more information? The Expression of Interest Form and Reference Group Terms of Reference are available to download from the Shire's website https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au//town-hall-project-ref/1332 or contact the Shire Office 9887 1066 [email protected]

19.01.2022 The Pingelly Youth Group Inc - Moorditj Koolingars are now on Facebook! The Youth Group provides a safe space for young people in Pingelly to connect and engage to support their overall wellbeing and personal journey into adulthood. Give their page a to follow their updates and help spread awareness of the positive impact they are having in our community

18.01.2022 We're calling for expressions of interest from members of the community to join the Memorial Park Reference Group and help us shape the detailed design for the Park The design elements will aim to support activation of our Town Centre and create vibrant and welcoming places for residents and visitors to meet, rest and play The Reference Group will include 2 Councillors and up to 6 volunteers from the community with an active interest in the delivery of the project. The p...rimary role of the Reference Group is to provide input into the detailed design of the precinct and attend 3 initial meetings throughout October and November 2020 Where there is more expressions of interest than positions available, members of the Group will be selected based on their interest in the key elements of the proposal, and ideally will represent a diverse demographic Looking for more information The Expression of Interest Form and Reference Group Terms of Reference are available to download from the Shire's website https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au//memorial-park-referen/1308 or contact the Shire Office 9887 1066 [email protected]

17.01.2022 The Pingelly Tourism Group is excited to be coordinating the Pingelly Community Market going forward and are currently seeking stallholder applications from individuals, local businesses and community groups! Save the date Saturday 14 November from 9am - 1.30pm at Pingelly Memorial Park (set up from 7.30am) Pingelly Community Market is a fantastic opportunity to shop local in the lead up to Christmas and explore the talent found in our region with an array of Giftware ... Jewellery Handicrafts Cakes and Biscuits Preserves and Pickles Preloved Goods Plants and Seedlings To book a stall site, contact Jackie McBurney 0427 944 456 or [email protected]

17.01.2022 PINGELLY PREMIERS X2 Congratulations to Brookton - Pingelly Football Club C Grade and Pingelly Panther Netball Club A1 for their grand final wins over the weekend! Thankyou to our coaches, committees, members and many other volunteers within the community for sharing your time and expertise throughout the season to make these achievements possible Hosting the 2020 UGSFL Grant Final in Pingelly was a fantastic opportunity to showcase our community, as well as the Pingelly ...Recreation & Cultural Centre - PRACC to the wider region Quoting Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, Wheatbelt, sport builds stronger, healthier and happier communities Photos by Narrogin Observer and Upper Great Southern Football League Inc

17.01.2022 Thankyou to the Pingelly Tourism Group and many others in the community for your time behind the scenes to plan and set up the Pingelly Ute Muster taking place tomorrow! Due to COVID-19 cancelling the original date, the Pingelly Tourism Group have worked diligently to navigate the event planning process twice, so we would like to acknowledge their dedication to make this event happen You can check out all the action from 11am tomorrow at the Pingelly Pony Ground, Corner of Review Street and Pingelly-Aldersyde Road

15.01.2022 We're seeking a dynamic volunteer to fill the important role of Father Christmas at this year's Party on the Oval The responsibilities will include: interacting with local children and young people distributing lollies donated by Pingelly Fire and Rescue... having pictures taken by parents, and emitting a convincing jolly laugh! The volunteer will need to be willing to obtain a Working With Children Check funded by the Shire of Pingelly For more information speak with Sam Kempton, Community Development Officer 9887 1066 | [email protected] 2019 Christmas Late Night Shopping

14.01.2022 Behind the scenes the Shire of Pingelly and Pingelly Community Resource Centre have been supporting the Pingelly Youth Group reopen its doors! We are now excited to invite members of the community to an Open Day next weekend to meet the Committee and take a walkthrough of the Youth Building Parents and young people will be able to register a membership, contribute to setting group rules and learn more about the activities available ... Special guests from Fair Game Australia will also facilitate interactive health and wellbeing, sport and art sessions on the day Save the date! Sunday 11 October at 10am - 2.30pm Pingelly Youth Building Corner of Avon and Pemberton Streets (next to the Pingelly Skate Park) Sausage sizzle and drinks will be available to purchase for a gold coin donation with proceeds funding local youth activities and projects For more information chat with Tracie Skinn (Chairperson) 0423 079 442 and Peter Narducci (Secretary) 0417 953 386, or download the event flyer https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au/events/ Thankyou to Pingelly Iga X-press and Pingelly Quality Meats for donating items for the event, as well as to Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, Wheatbelt for connecting the Shire with Fair Game to visit our community!

13.01.2022 Breaking news We have been successful in obtaining the International Day of People with Disability - Australia Grant funded by Department of Communities to run a Wheelchair Basketball Have a Go Day! IDPWD is about increasing our awareness of people with disability and celebrating their achievements and contributions to the community We are excited to be welcoming Clint Morgan from Rebound WA to Pingelly to facilitate the Wheel Life program. The session will incorporate a ...brief presentation about his journey overcoming adversity as a wheelchair basketball athlete, before local Pingelly people can step into a wheelchair themselves to learn the basic skills of the game Monday, 30 November Pingelly Recreation & Cultural Centre - PRACC Session 1 | 1.30pm -3pm For members of the community who are over 18 and represent a local business, community group, sporting club or not for profit organisation. Session 2 | 3.30pm - 5pm For children and young people from 8 - 17 years of age. Pingelly Youth Group Inc - Moorditj Koolingars will have food and drinks available for purchase. Further information can be found at the Shire's Event Calendar https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au/events/ RSVP your attendance with Sam Kempton, Community Development Officer 9887 1066 | [email protected] This project has been funded by Department of Communities as part of International Day of People with Disability - Australia, and is supported by Shire of Pingelly | Pingelly Recreation & Cultural Centre - PRACC | Pingelly Youth Group Inc - Moorditj Koolingars

12.01.2022 We recently caught up with Sandra and Mauris from Pingelly Quality Meats about the Pingelly Gift Card: Pingelly's special form of community currency to use at participating local businesses within the Shire If you're looking to support local in the lead up to a Birthday or Christmas, a Pingelly Gift Card is an ideal gift for family and friends Currently the Gift Card can be loaded from IGA Xpress or the Shire Office and we would like to thank the following local busines...ses for joining the program Arola’s Cafe & Bakery | Elders Pingelly | Pingelly Community Craft Centre | Pingelly Hotel | IGA Xpress | Pingelly Pharmacy | Pingelly Quality Meats | Pingelly Recreation & Cultural Centre - PRACC | Pingelly Tyre Service If you have a local business and would like to join the program, activation of your EFTPOS terminal is quick and easy! For more information about the Pingelly Gift Card visit https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au/news

11.01.2022 The 2020 Remembrance Day Ceremony was held today in memory of those who have served in wars protecting Australia It was wonderful to see the Pingelly PS students involved, and thankyou to the Pingelly RSL for organising the event. Lest we forget

10.01.2022 Have you seen the solar panels recently installed to the roof of the Shire Office? The solar panels will make use of the sun everyday to source renewable energy that is more efficient and environmentally friendly

10.01.2022 Main Roads are holding Heavy Vehicle Services Industry Information Sessions. One will be held in Narrogin this Thursday. Please see details in the picture below.

09.01.2022 A new summer season of memories and fun starts from Sunday, 1 November at the Pingelly Swimming Pool Season Passes are now available for purchase from the Shire Office which provide great value to individuals or families who would like unlimited access to the Pool for the entire 2020-21 season Opening Hours Wednesday - Monday from 11.30am - 6.30pm Closed Tuesdays... Season Pass Prices Individual Adult $50 Individual Child $20 Family (2 Adults, 4 Children) $120

08.01.2022 Congratulations to the Pingelly Men's Shed for recycling 3,136 empty chemical containers at yesterday's Drum Muster! Drum Musters are important for agricultural communities to reduce landfill, while providing community groups with a platform to fundraise to support their contributions to the community For more information check out the drumMUSTER & ChemClear Facebook page, or visit their website http://www.drummuster.org.au/

08.01.2022 This week is Dementia Australia's Action Week and reminds us close to half a million Australians currently live with dementia With this figure forecast to double over the next 25 years, it's never been more important to learn more about this condition and how we can support those closest to us It's very timely that as part of the Giving Ageism the Boot in Pingelly campaign, members of the community recently met to plan how a Forget-me-not Memory Café could operate in Pin...gelly There are 15 Forget-me-not Memory Cafés operating in WA and they provide important social networks for people living with memory loss, their families and their friends in the supportive and casual atmosphere of a local café Visit the Pingelly Somerset Alliance website to learn more about the Giving Ageism the Boot in Pingelly campaign supported by Pingelly Community Resource Centre | Shire of Pingelly | Department of Communities https://pingellysomersetalliance.com.au/ For more information about Dementia Action Week visit the Shire's website https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au/ne/dementia-action-week/1311

08.01.2022 Here's an example of a local business giving back to the community! Arola recently partnered with MAX Solutions, an employment service provider in the Wheatbelt, to fund local employment opportunities in Pingelly following COVID-19. David says he is enjoying being part of the Arola’s Cafe & Bakery team and interacting with our friendly community. We wish David all the best for the future

07.01.2022 We would like to take this opportunity to formally acknowledge Bendigo Bank | Pingelly Brookton Community Bank Branches for their contribution to the 2020 Party on the Oval Stay tuned for updates about the new and exciting attractions making their way to this year's event!

07.01.2022 We're now undertaking the final piece of community consultation to unpack the future use of the Town Hall With the help of members from the community in attendance at the Town Hall Workshops in July 2020, the shared consensus was a multipurpose space incorporating tourism, historical, and community event uses The options co-designed by the community include:... Undertaking community based historical projects to capture and display the Town’s diverse history on the wall spaces and potentially the stage area utilising photos, physical displays and audio-visual displays. Regularly rotating the displays to provide variety and ongoing dialogue for residents, visitors and tourists. Initial display suggestions include the Higgins War Photos, selected historical records, aboriginal culture/history and an agricultural display. A flexible space in the central hall, focused on rotations of art and craft, workshops, additional historical displays, community pop up markets and stalls, and tourism or community events. Incorporating a Tourism / Visitors Centre at the front of the Hall in a converted kitchen Next steps This direction was endorsed by Council at its September meeting, subject to a final opportunity for the community to submit feedback. Any further comments on the outcomes of the community workshops are welcome, with submissions closing on 7 October 2020 Looking for more information The Town Hall Workshop Report is available to download from the Shire's website https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au//community-comment-tow/1309 or you're welcome to contact the Shire Office 9887 1066 [email protected]

05.01.2022 Please be advised that the Restricted Burning Period Commences on 19 September 2020. Permits with conditions may be issued during this period for hazard reduction. Please contact the Shire if you have any queries.

05.01.2022 It's been wonderful to see our local families using the outdoor gym equipment to exercise together at Pioneer Park

04.01.2022 National Road Safety Week serves as a reminder about the important role Pingelly plays as a stopover to support the wellbeing of local and regional travellers Pingelly is unique in that Great Southern Highway passes through the CBD, so travellers are well placed to stop and support our local businesses, as well as take a rest at Memorial Park. There are also toilet and playground facilities nearby at Pioneer Park for families so their journey becomes part of their destination For more information about National Road Safety Week visit roadsafetyweek.com.au

04.01.2022 Spread the word! The Pingelly Men's Shed will be facilitating a second Drum Muster to recycle your donated chemical containers, while raising funds to support their important work in the community Thursday, 5 November Shire of Pingelly Depot Access from Review Street ... RSVP your attendance at the Shire Office 9887 1066 | [email protected]

03.01.2022 Calling Pingelly Businesses! The Pingelly business listing on the Shire website is continually being updated. Please check your listing and if you have any changes, or if you would like to be included or deleted please contact Lisa at the Shire [email protected] . You can access the current listing by clicking below: https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au//cli/business_directory.pdf

03.01.2022 If you're wondering how to spend the weekend don't forget the Pingelly Swimming Pool opens this Sunday from 11.30am Season Passes are still available to purchase during the week from the Shire Office and provide great value to individuals or families who would like unlimited access to the Pool for the 2020-21 season Enrolments for Vacswim's January 1 Program in Pingelly are also now open. For more information visit ... education.wa.edu.au/vacswim Opening Hours Wednesday - Monday from 11.30am - 6.30pm Closed Tuesdays Season Pass Prices Individual Adult $50 Individual Child $20 Family (2 Adults, 4 Children) $120

03.01.2022 Here is a sneak peak of what to expect at the 2020 Party on the Oval We're excited for Perth Bouncy Castle Hire to be visiting Pingelly and offering our local families, children and young people something new! Be sure to bring your bathers and towel for the Rampage Water Slide big kids and little kids alike will have fun on the Superstar All Ages Bouncy Castle and for the explorer's at heart be sure to check out the Space Run Obstacle Challenge Thursday, 17 Decemb...er from 5pm Pingelly Recreation & Cultural Centre - PRACC Party on the Oval is funded by the Shire of Pingelly, Pingelly Development Association and Bendigo Bank | Pingelly Brookton Community Bank Branches' Community Grant Program

02.01.2022 It's Mental Health Week WA and during this challenging year it has never been more important to practice self-care Mental Health Week in 2020 is dedicated to raising awareness about self-care, so we can reduce the stigma together and create safe spaces for others to seek help For daily self-care tips visit the Shire's website to download the Optimistic October Calendar by Action for Happiness https://www.pingelly.wa.gov.au/news/... Community Market Day | November 2019

02.01.2022 A shade structure has been installed at the southern end of the Pingelly Recreation & Cultural Centre - PRACC bowling green, thanks to the many volunteer hours by Pingelly Bowling Club The shade structure will increase comfort for local members, guests and visitors as we head into summer This project was proudly supported by the Shire of Pingelly, and the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Programme

01.01.2022 Pingelly Tourism Group is arranging a Sausage Sizzle roster on Saturday mornings in the Pingelly CBD This is a fantastic opportunity for community groups and sporting clubs to fundraise while raising their profile within the community The BBQ will be supplied, so simply bring along bread, sausages and volunteers! The frequency of Sausage Sizzle fundraisers will depend on the number of expressions of interest received. ... Speak with Merv Beard for more info 0408 098 240 | [email protected]