Shire of Merredin in Merredin, Western Australia | Government organisation

Shire of Merredin

Locality: Merredin, Western Australia

Phone: 9041 1611

Address: Cnr King and Barrack Streets 6415 Merredin, WA, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 NAIDOC WEEK 2020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

25.01.2022 #BIUNCEForward on from 4pm today! Come down to the Rec Centre for this free family event.

24.01.2022 DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK People who live with dementia don’t always need you to step in to solve their problems. Sometimes they just need you to lend an ear. Really listening to people living with dementia is a great way to understand how you can support them. ... For more information, visit:https://discrimination.dementia.org.au/action-week/ Watch here: https://bit.ly/3hOEBpt Dementia Australia

24.01.2022 Come down to the Rec Centre from 1pm today for fun and games!

24.01.2022 "SHARE IT, BLARE IT" WEDNESDAYS The following post is being shared on behalf of A Choired Taste THIRD CHORAL WORKSHOP WITH MARTIN MEADER ... Following on from the first and second highly addictive workshops in August Martin Meader returns to Merredin for the 3rd Choral workshop. Martin is a writer of children’s fiction, a feature film producer, composer, musician, and choral director. In 1997, Martin co-wrote and Co-Executive Produced the Movie Paradise Road, a $25.6 million Fox Searchlight feature, which starred Glenn Close and Cate Blanchett. The workshop will be held this Sunday, 4 October 2020 from 12.30pm - 4pm at the Merredin College Primary Music Rooms - entry from Throssel Avenue. There are only 50 places available because of COVID 19 So book early to make sure you have a place. Book here: https://bit.ly/3n5H6aA Please contact A Choired Taste FB page or Emma Aitken 0487 351 167 for more information.

24.01.2022 LIBRARY SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES REMINDER Don't forget the library has some fun activities running for the October school holidays! Tuesday, 6 October 2020... Christmas Cards & Decorations - get a head start! Thursday, 8 October 2020 Clay Fun - make multi-coloured clay creatures or fun clay animals Both sessions will be running from 10.30am - 11.30am and the cost is $2 per person. Parental supervision is required for children under 10. For more information or to book, call the library on 9041 1222.

24.01.2022 RESTRICTED BURNING PERIOD NOW IN EFFECT A reminder that the Restricted Burning Period is now in effect as of 00.01hrs this morning, Wednesday, 16 September 2020. BURNING PERMITS ... Permits are available during the restricted burning period. In order for a permit to be issued, you must ensure the following; Provide sufficient running water and/or a fire fighting unit to the area that is to be burnt; Ensure there are adequate fire breaks surrounding the pile or area to be burnt; Provide enough people to attend the fire (usually a minimum of three) from lighting the fire until it is totally extinguished and cold; Notify your neighbours/adjoining landowners prior to lighting the fire; Notify the Shire of Merredin prior to lighting the fire, during business hours (Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm); Notify the Department of Fire & Emergency Services prior to lighting the fire (same day); and Notify the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation & Attractions (Parks & Wildlife) if your property is within 3km of their land, prior to lighting the fire. Burning is not permitted on Sundays or public holidays. FIRE CONTROL OFFICERS Please remember that Fire Control Officers are not obliged to issue permits and they may advise on alternatives to burning. Fire Control Officers are volunteers and their availability to issue permits may vary. For a full list of the 2020/21 FCO's in the Shire of Merredin, please click here: https://bit.ly/32wi4ta For more information regarding Fire Control, head to the Shire website here: https://bit.ly/33Bec9q

23.01.2022 THE COUNT DOWN TO GALA NIGHT IS ON! There is not long now until our whole community comes together to celebrate the long-awaited Merredin Gala Night! Our team is getting so excited that we have decided to share some highlights and snippets to look forward to through 17 DAYS OF GALA! ... Head to our Gala Night event page to keep up to date with the exciting features, stallholders and entertainment that is lined up for you this year. Event Page: https://fb.me/e/3d1oNClrK

23.01.2022 MERREDIN PEAK CULTURAL TOUR AND SEED EDUCATION Members of the community are invited to come along to the Shire's Njaki Njaki Cultural Tour and seed education School Holidays event! Event Details... Tuesday, 29 September 2020 9.30am - 12pm Merredin Peak Free Please wear shoes suitable for walking in the bush and climbing Merredin Peak. There are limited places available on the tour, and RSVP's are essential! Secure your place by emailing [email protected] or calling the Shire on 9041 1611.

23.01.2022 NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN - COMMUNITY CITIZEN OF THE YEAR The Shire of Merredin is seeking nominations for community members who have stepped up and performed admirably within our community. There are four award categories that you may nominate a community member or group/event within including;... Citizen of the Year - a person you believe has delivered outstanding service to his or her community Youth Citizen of the Year (under 25 as of 26 January 2021) - a young person you believe has delivered outstanding service to his or her community Senior Citizen of the Year (over 65 as of 26 January 2021) - an older person you believe has delivered outstanding service to his or her community Active Citizenship (group or event) - a group doing outstanding work or for an event staged in the community during the past year Nominations close Saturday, 31 October 2020. To find out more or how to nominate, visit the Shire's website here: https://bit.ly/2GwWXy7

23.01.2022 HARVEST, VEHICLE/MACHINERY MOVEMENT AND HOT WORKS BAN LIFTED The Shire of Merredin imposed a Harvest, Vehicle/ Machinery Movement and Hot Works Ban on Tuesday, 24 November 2020. The ban has now been lifted.

23.01.2022 GAMES DAY A reminder that Games Day will be on at the Rec Centre this Friday from 1pm - 3pm! Activities include;... - Photo booth - Balloon darts - Basketball - Apple bobbing - Doughnut eating - Pin the tail on the donkey - Corn hole - Wellness tent and many more, with lots of prizes on offer to be won! Please bring your own water bottles and wear closed in shoes. For more information, contact Darcie at the Shire on 9041 1611.

23.01.2022 HARVEST BAN LIFTED The Shire of Merredin imposed a Harvest, Vehicle/Machinery Movement and Hot Works ban on Thursday, 26 November 2020. The ban will be lifted at 6.30pm.

22.01.2022 PRESCRIPTION GLASSES FOUND A pair of prescription glasses were handed in to the Shire on Friday, 4 December, after being found at Cummins Theatre. If they are your glasses, please contact the Shire on (08) 9041 1611.

20.01.2022 PLAY IT FOOD SAFE CAMPAIGN Most people think they handle and prepare food safely, yet statistics show the majority of food poisoning occurs in the home. Food poisoning can be very serious, particularly for vulnerable sections of the community such as the elderly and children. However, preventing food poisoning is simple if foods are handled and stored correctly!... This vibrant marketing campaign was developed to educate people who prepare and handle food at home, particularly behaviours around eggs, chicken and storing of perishable foods. It emphasises that preparing meals at home is nutritious and enjoyable, and preventing food poisoning is simple when a few key behaviours are followed.

20.01.2022 Don’t forget the final Morning Melodies concert for the year is on today from 10.30am!

20.01.2022 TREE REMOVAL TAKING PLACE Please be advised that between the 1st and 2nd of December, the tree located near the water tower that has been identified as dangerous due to rotting, will be removed. This process will be conducted as quickly and safely as possible.... There may be a temporary disruption to the use of the path that runs from the highway to the train tracks. Pedestrians are asked to avoid the area during this time. Please note* should the dates of work change, there will be a further correspondence released.

19.01.2022 SWIMMING POOL NOTICE Due to Water Corp works, the Merredin District Olympic Swimming Pool will experience a temporary disruption to the water supply on Saturday, 14 November 2020. As such, the pool will be opening later in the day to account for this temporary disruption. ... The water is expected to return by 3pm, however there is a possibility it may return earlier. There will be a further notice released on Saturday once the pool is open to the public.

19.01.2022 What a pleasure it was to launch the first stage of the Merredin pop-up piazza in the heart of our CBD on Gala Night! After many months of minimal opportunity to connect as a community at large, it was only fitting that we could come together to enjoy the results of this project at the biggest event of the year! Reconnect WA is a fantastic initiative of the RAC, who have partnered with the Shire of Merredin to deliver our pop-up piazza project to build a more connected WA.... We look forward to sharing more fun facts about this pop-up project over the coming months and showcasing the community groups who have collaborated to make this wonderful project a reality. #reconnectwa

18.01.2022 COMMUNITY NEWS & INFORMATION - DECEMBER The December Community Newsletter is now available for viewing on the Shire of Merredin website. Read About:... - NAIDOC Week 2020 - Remembrance Day - Merredin Public Piazza & much more! Click here: https://bit.ly/ShireNewsletterDec

17.01.2022 Just 3 days left until Gala Night! Check out the event page for a taste of what's on offer this coming Thursday, 17 December 2020.

17.01.2022 DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK Clever technology can support people to live better with dementia. Like alarms with voice reminders, wireless key locators and digital photo books to remember loved ones. ... Create your family photo book online now. For information, please visit https://discrimination.dementia.org.au/action-week/ Watch here: https://bit.ly/35Suyxb

17.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who came along to the #BOUNCEForward Sports activation event at the Rec Centre today! It was fantastic to see so many kids (and some parents too!) out there trying the sports on offer. Special thanks also to our partners DLGSC and Belgravia Leisure, all the sporting associations, and to special guest Brad Hogg.

16.01.2022 CALLING ALL MERREDIN BUSINESSES Would you like to be a part of Merredin's 2020 Gala Night? It's not too late to get your stallholder applications in! Thursday, 17 December... 6pm Barrack & Bates Streets Completed Application Forms can be handed in to the Shire Admin Office or emailed through to Darcie via [email protected]. Download your Application Form here: https://bit.ly/3fP2w7d

16.01.2022 MERRY CHRISTMAS MERREDIN The Shire of Merredin would like to wish everyone in the community a very Merry Christmas and the happiest of holidays! A few reminders during the festive season:... Take care on the roads, especially if you are travelling long distances Wash your hands and maintain your physical distancing Scan COVID Safe QR codes or sign registers when attending buildings Wear sunscreen and a hat (there’s going to be a few scorchers over the break!) Take care in the CBD carparks Stay safe and have fun! See more

16.01.2022 DFES TOTAL FIRE BAN DFES have declared a TOTAL FIRE BAN for the Shire of Merredin from 2359hrs Monday, 23 November 2020 to 2359hrs Tuesday, 24 November 2020. For more information regarding permissible activities, please visit www.dfes.wa.gov.au

15.01.2022 "SHARE IT, BLARE IT" WEDNESDAYS The following posters are being shared as part of the Shire's Share It Blare It program; 1. Amity Health Term 3 School Holidays Program 2. Merredin District Lawn Tennis Club 2020/21 Season... 3. Merredin Army Cadets Open Day 4. Merredin Library School Holiday Activities If you would like to participate in 'Share It Blare It,' send your content to us via any of the following; Email [email protected] Call us on 9041 1611 Message it to us via Facebook

14.01.2022 MERREDIN PEAK TOUR A HUGE SUCCESS! It was wonderful to see a large group attend the Merredin Peak Cultural Tour and Seed Collecting Education event. We had a fantastic time, and we hope the attendees did too! Thank you to Mick Hayden, from Njaki Njaki Aboriginal Cultural Tours, and Steve Fry, from Santeluca Forestry, for their wonderful guidance and knowledge throughout the day.... This event was held as part of the Shire's Recovering Roadside Conservation Values Pilot Project. This project is supported by funding from the State Natural Resource Management Program WA.

13.01.2022 *EVENT CANCELLED* LOVE LETTERS Have you ever known someone who touched every part of your life? Have you loved someone across time and distance? Share in the story of Melissa and Andrew as they grow together through the power of the pen.... Love Letters is a community theatre production Directed by Jane Sherwood and starring Meredith Hunter & Jarrod Buttery. Event Details: Saturday, 19 September 2020 Cummins Theatre Doors open at 6:30pm. Show starts at 7:00pm $20 per person Buy tickets here: https://bit.ly/3mpfCMP BYO nibble, but no BYO alcohol. The Tivoli Bar will be open.

12.01.2022 DOG IMPOUNDED Female Border Collie Cross, sterilised, and not registered. If she is your dog, or you have information regarding the owner, please contact the Ranger on 0400 240 787.... * Please note - Under Section 29(8)(c) of the Dog Act 1976, if a dog is not readily identifiable, it is to be kept and maintained for a period of 72 hours. After 72 hours has passed, the dog will be handed over to a rescue.

12.01.2022 HARVEST AND VEHICLE / MACHINERY MOVEMENT AND HOT WORKS BAN The Shire of Merredin has imposed a Harvest and Vehicle / Machinery Movement and Hot Works Ban (Except for the Watering of Stock) on 24 November 2020 until further notice. Please email [email protected] or call (08) 9041 1611 to be added to the Harvest Ban SMS Notifications list.

10.01.2022 [Update] The pool is now open to the public!

09.01.2022 MERREDIN TWILIGHT INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL More than 150 people flocked through the Cummins Theatre doors last Friday night to enjoy a rich culinary experience, tasting delicious foods from all around the world. In total there were 13 volunteer cooks from the community, featuring dishes from Italy, Scotland, South Africa, America, Australia, China, Japan, Switzerland, Malaysia, Philippines, France, and Sri Lanka.... The Shire would like to thank sponsors Collgar and the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, as well as the cooking and serving volunteers on the night. Without our wonderful sponsors and volunteers, we would not have such a successful event every year! What was your favourite dish on the night?

08.01.2022 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE In lead up to the opening of our Pilot Public Piazza, we wish to advise the community that Barrack Street will be partially closed (both directions) between Bates Street to Queen Street in the week commencing Monday, 7 December 2020. For more information about this exciting new project, head to https://bit.ly/3fLFCiI

08.01.2022 DEMENTIA ACTION WEEK A few small changes at home can support people with dementia to maintain their independence things like a well-lit room and labelled cupboards. Use Dementia Australia’s home audit tool to see what you can do.... For more information, visit: https://discrimination.dementia.org.au/action-week/ Dementia Australia

07.01.2022 SHIRE ADMIN CHRISTMAS CLOSURE REMINDER The Shire Administration Building will be closing for the Christmas break from 12pm today, 24 December 2020. The office will re-open on Monday, 4 January 2021.

06.01.2022 VACSWIM AT THE MERREDIN POOL Please be advised that the following will be occurring today, 17 December 2020: Change of Stage: 3:00pm Late Enrollments: 3:30pm... We would also like to give a big happy birthday shout out to the Merredin Pool turning 65 today!

06.01.2022 BOARD GAMES (Over 50's) Join us for a fun afternoon of Board Games at the Merredin Library! Friday, 4 December 2020... 1.30pm Merredin Library Free For Over 50's There are board games available at the library, or you can bring your own! Tea and coffee will be provided, bring your own nibbles. Please RSVP by Thursday, 3 December 2020, by calling the Library on (08) 9041 1222.

06.01.2022 HARVEST, VEHICLE/MACHINERY MOVEMENT, AND HOT WORKS BAN Pursuant to Reg 24C Bush Fires Regulations 1954, a Harvest, Vehicle/Machinery Movement & Hot Works Ban (Except for Watering of Stock) has been imposed for the Shire of Merredin for Thursday 26th Nov 2020 effective immediately until further notice. Please report all signs of fire to 000.

06.01.2022 WOW! What an absolutely fantastic turn out last night for our annual Christmas street party! It was great to see so many smiling faces down the main street enjoying all that Gala Night had to offer. Last night wouldn’t have been possible without the wonderful support of our event sponsors Lotterywest, Collgar Wind Farm, Risen Energy, Desert Eagle Helicopters, Merredin IGA, Triple M, Merredin Playgroup, Shire of Kellerberrin, Shire of Mukinbudin and the Merredin Community Res...ource Centre. Thank you also to the Gala Night committee for the many tireless and voluntary hours put into planning and organising. To the businesses who donated to the raffle, organisations, volunteers, and staff and everyone else who assisted during planning and on the night, we are so very appreciative. We would love to hear about what you liked most about Gala Night 2020! Complete our survey here: http://bit.ly/37s97n0

05.01.2022 CHRISTMAS PERIOD HARVEST BANS The Shire of Merredin advises that a Harvest, Vehicle/Machinery Movement, & Hot Works Ban (Except for the watering of Stock) is imposed from 1600 Thursday, 24 December 2020 until 2359 Sunday, 27 December 2020 for the Christmas period, also from 0001 to 2359 Friday, 1 January 2021. For more information about Harvest Bans, please visit https://bit.ly/3rn4Lpi

05.01.2022 WE'RE HIRING! An exciting job opportunity has emerged at the Shire of Merredin through the position of Tourism Officer at the Central Wheatbelt Visitor Centre (CWVC). The position is Full Time - Fixed Term (7 months), with an immediate start, with the opportunity to extend further.... The main responsibilities will include: Visitor servicing including face-to-face and digital communications via website, Facebook and Instagram Daily operations of the CWVC Update and maintain the CWVC website Answer visitor queries via phone and email Update a regional Calendar of Events as event notices come in Compile a monthly e-Events newsletter in Mail Chimp The candidate will have strong social media and website skills, as well as essential computer skills. Local knowledge of the Shire of Merredin and the wider Wheatbelt region is highly desirable. Applications are to include a CV and a covering letter (max 2 pages) indicating your ability to meet the role requirements. A Position Description is available by contacting Robyn at the CWVC on (08) 9041 1611. Applications are to be marked "Private and Confidential" and sent via post to PO Box 42 Merredin WA 6415 or emailed through to [email protected].

04.01.2022 GALA NIGHT SPONSORS A community that plays together stays together! Merredin, your Gala Night was brought to you by many representatives from your business and volunteer-based community! ... We are pleased to share some more photos from last week’s event and to again acknowledge the wonderful sponsors who made it all possible. We’d love to see your photos too! Please tag your pictures on social media #MerredinGalaNight

03.01.2022 PIAZZA POT PLANTS You may have noticed the pot plants from the Piazza have been removed over the last few days. They will be receiving some R'n'R and TLC over the Christmas break and will be brought back in the New Year!

03.01.2022 CHRISTMAS POOL PARTY Join us for a fun morning of water activities and games, and some yummy fruit salad as we celebrate the end of the year. Friday, 11 December 2020... 10am - 12pm Merredin Pool Free 0 - 5 Years Please RSVP by Tuesday, 8 December by calling the Library on 9041 1222. Bookings essential.

01.01.2022 GAMES DAY Join us for a fun filled Games Day at the Rec Centre during the next school holidays. Activities include photobooth, balloon darts, basketball, and much more! Event Details:... Friday 2 October 1pm - 3pm Rec Centre For more information, contact Darcie at the Shire on 9041 1611.