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The City of Albany

Locality: Albany, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 6820 3000

Address: 102 North Road 6330 Albany, WA, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 The 2021 community calendar will be arriving in mailboxes over the next two weeks!! We are proud to have collaborated with community groups this year to arrange the delivery of these beautiful calendars. This is particularly fitting as the calendar features ways you can connect with the community.... Calendars will be delivered between Friday, 27 November and Monday, 14 December, so don't worry if you don't receive your calendar right away!

24.01.2022 The City has three officially registered Little Free Libraries. Can you name all their locations? To discover where you can find them, visit www.LittleFreeLibrary.org and take, share and leave books!

24.01.2022 Did you know there’s a whole chocolate bar in a can of spirits? Well, they both contain 990 kilojoules, anyway. Alcoholic drinks contain an alarming amount of kilojoules, and it adds up quickly! A few drinks can be the equivalent of a small meal. To find out more about the surprising amount of kilojoules in alcohol visit https://bit.ly/3p2LjNB... Live_Lighter Alcohol.Think Again howmanykj #howmanykiareyoudrinking #pre-mix #kilojoules #alcohol #reduceyouralcohol #drinkless #feelfresh

24.01.2022 The This Bay Is Someone’s Day ACROD Parking campaign launches tomorrow. The City of Albany is proud to partner with the ACROD Parking Program to share the message that parking without a permit has real life consequences for people with disability who require the bays. Stay tuned for the campaign launch tomorrow through our social media platforms!... #ThisBayIsSomeonesDay #ACRODParking #ProudPartner #ACRODParkingProgram #NDS

24.01.2022 Lets get creative and head to the kitchen! Entries are still open for Albany Public Librarys Book Cake Competition! Get out the flour, sugar and mixer and bake or decorate a cake to a theme, object or character from your favourite book. Entries close 30 September. ... Visit the Albany Public Library website to enter: https://library.albany.wa.gov.au//book-cake-competitio/341

24.01.2022 The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development - DPIRD is asking the public, gardeners and environmentalists to keep an eye out for a declared plant called African clubmoss (Selaginella kraussiana). This invasive weed was recently found on two properties in Denmark and in a nursery in Perth. DPIRD is carrying out surveillance to determine if it has spread, or if it is being sold in other nurseries. If you think you have seen this plant please contact DPIRD’s Pe...st and Disease Information Service on 9368 3080 or [email protected]. You can also learn more, including control options, by visiting agric.wa.gov.au/africanclubmoss

23.01.2022 Get excited! Works to construct a state-of-the art pump track, skate plaza and bowl as part of the Youth Challenge Park will commence this week! For more information, vist: ... https://www.albany.wa.gov.au//works-jump-start-at-yout/359 See more

23.01.2022 Heard of MeetUp Albany but want to know more about how it works? MeetUp is all about bringing people together offline and creating genuine connections through shared interests. It can link you to existing local events and even gives you a platform to share your passions and host your own.... Head to this great video for a full run down:https://bit.ly/2Z2UvG2 To find out whats happening locally, visit: https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/MeetUpAlbany/

20.01.2022 Thank you to everyone for their efforts in helping to save water in the Great Southern! 328 shower heads have been swapped and recycled, meaning around 4 million litres of water has been saved! There's still time to get yourself a new water efficient showerhead! All you need to do is head down to the Albany Public Library with your Water Corporation account number, which can be found on your water bill or by calling 13 13 85. ... You can claim up to 2 new shower heads per household. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/2HIWfi4

20.01.2022 FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP Dont miss out on a free online workshop with the City of Albanys Events Approvals Officer this Wednesday. Its perfect if youre considering or planning to hold an event within the City of Albany and are unsure of the process to get approval. ... REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL - visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1414992528702313/ for more info

20.01.2022 Registrations are open for Garage Sale Trail and this year, its the recovery edition dedicated to helping you make or save some money. Its one gigantic weekend of money-making, planet-saving fun happening here in Albany, across Australia and online on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2020. Host a sale and make some money from your unwanted stuff, or shop the trail and find a bargain. Register now at: https://www.garagesaletrail.com.au/Albany

19.01.2022 This festive season, let’s drink less, party hard, eat well, sleep well, wake up fresh, and have the energy to do it all again the next day. For many of us, the stream of Christmas parties and the pressure to drink alcohol at all of them can leave us struggling to get out of bed let alone socialise. Check out Live_Lighter’s handy guide to help you drink less and survive (and thrive) this holidays. ... Find it here: https://bit.ly/3pOE9g8 Alcohol.Think Again #alcohol #reduceyouralcohol #alcoholconsumption #reduceyourdrinking #drinkless #alcoholintake #feelfresh

19.01.2022 Get to the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre on Wednesday for the Long Live You FREE Open Day! Long Live You is an active program for the over 60s community that supports healthy aging. Come down from 9am to meet the team, discover the new spring program and enjoy morning tea, low impact modified sports and a free ZUMBA class. ... For more information, please visit https://www.albany.wa.gov.au//long-live-you-free-open-/850 or head to the event page: https://bit.ly/3lgTlQZ

18.01.2022 Update: DFES has advised that the fire is now controlled and contained. People in and around Serpentine Road, Alicia Street, Bay Street and Lion Street in MOUNT MELVILLE are no longer impacted by smoke. RUBBISH FIRE - HANRAHAN ROAD There is a Rubbish Fire on HANRAHAN RD near the intersection of CUMING RD in the CITY OF ALBANY ... A fire at the rubbish tip is resulting in potentially dangerous smoke blowing in south easterly direction. People in and around Serpentine Road, Alicia Street, Bay Street and Lion Street in MOUNT MELVILLE may be impacted by smoke/fumes. Roads have not been closed and motorists are asked to avoid the area, reduce speed and be aware of fire and other emergency services personnel. Keep up to date at emergency.wa.gov.au

18.01.2022 Put your best foot forward tomorrow for National Walk Safely to School Day! Get moving to feel better, raise awareness on road safety and reduce traffic congestion around schools. For tips on walking to school, visit: http://www.walk.com.au/WSTSD/ #WSTSD

17.01.2022 All sorts of life events can trigger anxiety and depression, and 2020 has thrown us more curve balls than usual! Seeking professional help early will get you on the road to recovery quicker. To find out different ways to get support, visit: https://www.albanyinthistogether.com//get-the-help-you-need... #albanyinthistogether

17.01.2022 York Street laneways are coming alive next weekend when they are activated by local artists as part of the Christmas Festival & Pageant presented by LiveLighter! There will be crochet creations, upcycled hanging artwork, a Menang Noongar Cultural Hub, a guerrilla project and nativity play in the laneways. To download a trail map, visit www.CityofAlbanyevents.com. ... The Christmas Festival & Pageant presented by Live_Lighter is proudly supported by Lotterywest, Healthway, Albany Advertiser and Rio Tinto!

17.01.2022 An exciting retail opportunity is available for local artisans! The City is seeking applications from artisans who are interested in selling their works on consignment through a retail space located in the Town Hall. For more information, please email [email protected] or call (08) 6820 3740.

16.01.2022 One week to go! Join the fun next weekend as we put secondhand first on the nationwide Garage Sale Trail. Shoppers are sure to bag a bargain at one of the 31+ garage sales happening right here in Albany! Get in early and plan your shopping trail at www.garagesaletrail.com.au/albany/

16.01.2022 From Darkness to Light - World Suicide Prevention Day Thursday, 10 September 2020 From Darkness to Light is an opportunity for our community to continue conversations about suicide, reduce the stigma and increase awareness of the supports available in our community.... For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3hUrjbY

15.01.2022 The Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre is looking for an experienced and customer focused individual to take up the role of Aquatics Supervisor. For more information, or to apply, visit: https://bit.ly/3kkOJYb

15.01.2022 Storytelling is a fundamental human experience that unites people and drives stronger, deeper connections. It was always used to communicate, educate, share and connect. Story Sharing Cafe aims to be that experience. Stories this night will be shared by two local members, originally from Persia. The event will be facilitated by a local author Jon Doust and accompanied by Persian music, an art display and appetizers. The audience is invited to listen, reflect and simply enjo...y power of a story. Thursday, 26 November at 6pm Lavender Cottage Seats are limited. Email Jana Ridillova at [email protected] to reserve a place.

14.01.2022 Looking for somewhere new to walk your doggo? The Citys online public ArcGIS mapping platform can show you all the places where you can walk your furry friends! To check out the map, head to: https://albanywa.maps.arcgis.com/home/index.html

12.01.2022 Wanted: stallholders & buskers for the Sustainable Community Festival & Spring Market Email [email protected] for more information.

12.01.2022 Download your 2020-2021 Fire Management Notice Managing the risk of bushfire is a shared responsibility: local government, state government agencies and the community all need to do their part. The website listed below contains important information on what you need to do to ensure your property is as well prepared as possible for the threat of bushfire. These mitigation measures are required by law and penalties of up to $5,000 may be issued if you dont take the necessa...ry steps to prepare your property. All fire mitigation measures must be in place for the following periods: NORTH EAST SECTOR 1 October 2020 to 30 April 2021 SOUTH WEST SECTOR 1 November 2020 to 14 May 2021 For further information or to download the Fire Management Notice head to https://www.albany.wa.gov.au///fire-management-notice.aspx

12.01.2022 The City has joined Australias largest local government climate alliance. The Cities Power Partnership Program will support the Citys aspiration to become a clean, green and sustainable city. For more information, visit: https://www.albany.wa.gov.au//city-joins-nationwide-cl/356

12.01.2022 Were getting our Zumba on at the Long Live You open day! There is walking soccer, walking netball and carpet bowls to get you moving so head on down to Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre before 12pm.

12.01.2022 Spring cleaning season is here! Its time to embrace your inner Kondo and declutter your space. To get motivated, visit: https://www.albanyinthistogether.com/p/declutter-your-space #albanyinthistogether #sustainabilityspot #albanywa #ouralbany

11.01.2022 Dont miss the chance to have your say! The Artificial Surf Reef project survey closes on Sunday 13 September! Watch the video & complete the survey today! To complete the survey, visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AlbanyArtificialSurfReef

11.01.2022 As part of Garage Sale Trail, the City of Albany is proud to present the Trail Tutorials, a series of free fashion masterclasses hosted online by some seriously stylish Australians. Learn how to style, mend and shop secondhand to minimise waste and save money. Hurry, spots are limited! RSVP at http://bit.ly/trailtutorials #garagesaletrail #farewellfastfashion #secondhandfirst #savemoney #trailtutorials #fashion

11.01.2022 Meet G from the GREAT sorts. Hes all about finding new homes for things that are too good for landfill. He gifts stuff to charity shops, friends and neighbours and sells things online. We can all be GREAT sorts. Lets make landfill the last resort.... For more info about the GREAT sorts visit WasteSorted WA or head to www.wastesorted.wa.gov.au/

10.01.2022 CULL PARK Slide down dippy the dinosaur at Cull park, Campbell Rd, Mira Mar. Theres also a lake, public art, great kinds climbing equipment, parking and a shelter. ... #albanyinthistogether #10GreatParks

10.01.2022 Reason to shop local this Christmas #2: Unique gifting options We have so many talented makers and creator’s in Albany, so you are bound to be able to find a truly one-of-a-kind gift for your loved one. Why not head to a Christmas gift fair, market or pop-up shop?... As a proud sponsor of the Southern Art & Craft Trail Exhibition, we highly recommend looking for great Christmas gifts there! 28 November - 6 December 2020 10am - 4pm Vancouver Arts Centre Or why not go hunting for Christmas gifts at the Christmas Twilight Markets! Friday, 4 December - 4pm - late Saturday, 5 December - 12noon - 7pm Town Square Where will you be sourcing your original artworks and crafts to gift this Christmas? Tag the creator/maker below! Check out our full list of reasons to shop local this Christmas here: https://bit.ly/2IWpY8i Albany Chamber of Commerce & Industry ArtSouth WA and the Southern Art & Craft Trail #supportlocal #supportlocalthischristmas #albanyinthistogether #ouralbany #albanywa

10.01.2022 We're hosting a Sunset Sets & Outdoor Movie as part of the Middleton Beach Festival presented by LiveLighter and we need you to help us pick a movie!! Do you want to see H is for Happiness, Instant Family or Rabbit Proof Fence? React to this post with either a like, love or wow icon!... Like = H is for Happiness Love = Rabbit Proof Fence Wow = Instant Family Our Middleton beach Festival presented by Live_Lighter is proudly sponsored by Lotterywest, Healthway, DevelopmentWA, Rio Tinto, Southern Ports, Road Safety Commission and the Celebrate Australia Day!

10.01.2022 We are super exited to have some awesome static floats taking part in the Christmas Festival & Pageant presented by LiveLighter Get to York Street on Saturday the 5th of December from 4pm to 6pm to check these guys out! Girl Guides Albany... Tara Academy Albany Pride Albany Volunteer State Emergency Service Great Southern Limousines Great Southern Street Machines Association Albany Indonesian Community See more

09.01.2022 Happy National Recycling Week! GREAT sorts know that GIFTING to charity, swapping and selling are great ways to recycle clothes and household items that are too good for landfill. Visit your favourite op shop or sign up to Garage Sale Trail to make a few $$ from your stuff. Remember, if it’s not good enough to give to a friend, it’s not good enough to donate! Place damaged items in the general waste bin.

09.01.2022 We all have to work together to protect children and young people from sexual assault and exploitation. Support Bravehearts White Balloon Day, Friday 11 September and wear white to raise funds for child protection! Go to whiteballoonday.com.au for more info. #WhiteBalloonDay #WBD2020 #Bravehearts #ProtectKids

09.01.2022 Interested in learning tactics to improve your bushfire resilience? The Bushfire Resilience in the Great Southern (BRIGS) project recently ran a series of presentations to help residents gain a better understanding of their bushfire risk, what can be done to improve it and what Local Government and other agencies can and cant do to help. Missed the presentations but want to know more? Good news! The presentation slides are now available on our website.... To download the BRIGS presentations, visit: https://www.albany.wa.gov.au//emergency-manageme/fire.aspx The BRIGS projects will allow residents to better understand bushfire risk and to share tactics everyone can use to make themselves, their families and their communities more resilient in the event of a bushfire.

09.01.2022 Who uses an ACROD Parking Bay? The City of Albany will launch the This Bay Is Someone’s Day campaign next week in partnership with the ACROD Parking Program. The campaign uses social media videos to bring to life the stories of ACROD permit holders and what the bays mean for them. Each week we will share a new story of an ACROD permit holder, how they use the bay and why it’s so important that the wider community respects ACROD bays. Keep an eye out for the stories as th...ey roll out on our Facebook page each week from International Day of People with Disability, 3 December. #ThisBayIsSomeonesDay #ACRODParking #ProudPartner #ACRODParkingProgram #NDS

08.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day, our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that every day is the day to ask, Are you Ok?. You dont have to be an expert to have a caring, meaningful conversation. If you feel like somethings not quite right with someone you know, trust that gut instinct, and take the time ask, Are you OK? Knowing what to say if someone says theyre not OK could change a life. To learn how to keep the conversation going and what to say next, visit: w...ww.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask #theresmoretosay #RUOK #RUOKDay

08.01.2022 EMU POINT PARK Located adjacent to Oyster Harbour & King George Sound, Emu Point has exercise nodes, and an ocean themed playground suited for all ages that includes climbing ropes and an accessible birds nest swing. The Park also includes BBQs, a beach wheelchair nearby, toilets, picnic tables and swimming jetty. ... A dual use path extends from here to Middleton Beach. #albanyinthistogether #10GreatParks

07.01.2022 Over 60? Dont miss the free ZUMBA class at the Long Live You Open day on Wednesday, 16 September. Try ZUMBA and head down to the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre to find out more about the Long Live You program, which aims to get the over 60s community active through fun, social, low impact classes. For more information, please visit https://www.albany.wa.gov.au//long-live-you-free-open-/850 or head to the Facebook event page: https://bit.ly/3lgTlQZ

07.01.2022 Have your say on the Artificial Surf Reef project and go into the draw to win a $100 gift voucher. Watch the video & complete the survey today! Watch the video outlining the design plans: https://www.albany.wa.gov.au/co/projects/live-projects.aspx... Complete the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AlbanyArtificialSurfReef The Artificial Surf Reef project aims to enhance surfing at Middleton Beach and provide significant economic development to the region. The survey can be accessed until 14 September 2020.

07.01.2022 Would you love the opportunity to develop your artistic practice within a local arts hub? There are 10 artist studios available for hire at the Vancouver Arts Centre and Mary Thomson House. The studios are provided to offer artists the opportunity to develop their artistic and professional career in a secure and stable environment. ... For more information or to apply, please email [email protected].

06.01.2022 Have you heard? Albany’s household bin collection is going FOGO in early 2021! The FOGO (Food Organics, Garden Organics) system composts household food scraps and garden materials and turns them into a soil improver that can be used on sites such as the Centennial Park Sporting Precinct. How cool is that?! Currently about 30% of the contents of Albany’s general waste bins are food and organics, so going FOGO means we can divert waste away from landfill and turn it into qualit...y compost instead. We’ll be providing lots more information to residents and property owners before the introduction of FOGO, but if you’d like to know more now then you can! Visit www.albany.wa.gov.au/FOGO or come along to one of the Get Ready to FOGO Information Sessions - BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Wednesday, 9 December 2020 9.30am 10.30am or 6pm 7pm Centennial Stadium To book, visit www.bit.ly/2HaZU8s or call 6820 3000 and ask for the Waste Team.

04.01.2022 Free subscriptions are still available for ClimateClever! ClimateClever can help you understand your personal carbon footprint and what you can do to reduce it! This is perfect for those who want to do their bit to address climate change but arent sure where to start. Sign up to their Homes App now. FREE subscriptions are available to the first 50 households to apply. To sign up, visit: https://homes.climateclever.org/sign-up?partner=albanywa... #ClimateClever #ClimateAction #LowerMyFootprint #albanywa #ouralbany

04.01.2022 Containers for Change, WAs container deposit scheme! You can earn 10c for each eligible container. Most aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard beverage containers between 150ml and 3L are eligible for a refund.... Find Albanys refund locations by visiting: https://www.containersforchange.com.au/wa/where-return #4ChangeWA #ContainersForChange #ChangeIsComing #ContainerDepositScheme

04.01.2022 11th/28th Battalion are in preparation to exercise their right to Freedom of Entry tomorrow. They will make their way along Stirling Terrace and York Street from 2:45pm. Look out for them!... 13th Brigade

04.01.2022 Anglicare WA are hosting a vigil at the Albany Town Square tomorrow (Monday, 30 November) as part of #16DaysInWA. The community is invited to the Town Square between 12 1pm to pause and take a moment to remember and honor the women and children lost as a result of family and domestic homicide LED candles will be available to place at the site.... Individuals can also bring their own items of significance along to place. The area will be marked with orange. For further information please phone 9845 6000.

03.01.2022 Have you met the GREAT sorts? Before throwing something away, the GREAT sorts consider if it can be Gifted, Recycled, Earth-cycled, Avoided or Taken to a special drop-off point. Over the next five weeks, well be meeting the GREAT sorts team who have adopted some simple steps in their homes to reduce the volume of waste going to landfill.... We can all be GREAT sorts. Lets make landfill the last resort. For more info about the GREAT sorts visit WasteSorted WA or head to www.wastesorted.wa.gov.au/

03.01.2022 Meet your Councillors and hear about upcoming local projects! 23 September 2020 - 6pm Emu Point Sporting Club... Numbers are strictly limited. Please RSVP to [email protected] or by phone on 6820 3020.

02.01.2022 Works to Albany’s iconic heritage-listed Town Hall have come to an end as the City of Albany prepare to open the doors for the first time in over a year this week with the Artisan and Designer Gift Fair. The doors of the Albany Town Hall will open from 10am on Thursday 3 December with the ground floor dedicated to 6330 Kinjarling Place of Plenty an exhibition of works from the City of Albany Art Collection. From 4pm on Thursday the popular Artisan and Designer Gift Fair will ...run until Sunday 5 December in the upstairs floor of the building. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/37ttTBM For more information on the Artisan and Designer Gift Fair, visit: https://www.facebook.com/artisananddesignergiftfair

02.01.2022 Download the MeetUp App in 3 simple steps and start connecting. MeetUp creates genuine connections between people through shared interests and passions. Join MeetUp Albany today. ... 1. Download the MeetUp App from Google Play or the App Store. 2. Sign up with your email, Facebook or Google account. 3. Join the MeetUp Albany group and RSVP to your first event! For more information on MeetUp Albany, visit: https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/MeetUpAlbany/

02.01.2022 Camp hosts needed for City of Albany Camp Grounds! Being a volunteer Camp Hosts means waking up to the sound of the ocean, being surrounded by nature, meeting new people and helping to keep our environment healthy for others to enjoy. Camp Hosts are needed for the warmer season of October to April across six nature based camp grounds. Camp hosts will enjoy a free campsite for 2 to 6 weeks and vouchers will be provided per week for petrol, food and gas supplies. For further information about the Camp Host program please contact City of Albany Reserves Officer Yvette Caruso at [email protected] or call 6820 3959.

02.01.2022 Reason to shop local this Christmas #1: The Festive Cheer Given we all lead busy lives, online stores may seem convenient, but I guarantee you can’t get those same holiday vibes on the web! We have the Christmas themed store fronts, the beautiful festive lights in the CBD and exciting events to bolster that good ol’ Xmas spirit!... Why not take advantage of the Christmas cheer and make a day of it? Break-up your shopping by stopping for coffee with friends, or perhaps reward yourself with a drink once you’ve ticked off that last item on your list! Have you seen any great festive themed window displays this year? Tell us below and tag the retailer! Check out our full list of reasons to shop local this Christmas here: https://bit.ly/2IWpY8i Albany Chamber of Commerce & Industry #supportlocal #supportlocalthischristmas #albanyinthistogether #ouralbany #albanywa

02.01.2022 Do you know an exceptional young person who loves to give back to our community? The Albany Community Citizen of the Year award includes a youth category for those under 25 years. Nominate today! To nominate, visit https://www.citizenshipawards.com.au/nominate/ For more information, visit https://www.albany.wa.gov.au//nominate-your-albany-com/347

02.01.2022 One month to go until we farewell 2020 at the New Year's Eve Picnic & Fireworks presented by LiveLighter! Make sure you keep an eye on our event page, as we will be adding tons of exciting information shortly - including the music line-up! The New Year's Eve Picnic & Festival presented by Live_Lighter is proudly supported by Lotterywest, Healthway, Southern Ports, Road Safety Commission and Albany Advertiser.

01.01.2022 Love to support local? There's two huge markets happening right in the centre of town this weekend, as well as stacks of incredible stores close by - even more reason to pop down to the Christmas Festival & Pageant presented by LiveLighter! Green Skills Inc is holding the Christmas Twilight Markets, with food, stalls, entertainment and more! At the same time the Artisan and Designer Gift Fair is happening in the newly reopened Albany Town Hall. ... The Christmas Festival & Pageant presented by Live_Lighter is proudly supported by Lotterywest, Healthway, Albany Advertiser and Rio Tinto! For more information, visit www.cityofalbanyevents.com