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Claremont attacks parking squeeze Cott rangers
next to Claremont Oval.
The plans stipulated that all new multi-storey buildings in the de- velopment would have to have below-ground and basement parking for occupants.
Claremont this week released its much-anticipated blueprint for the 9.4ha area north of the rail- way line that will set Claremont’s shape for the next century. Structure plans for the precinct will be shown to the public from this week, after the council voted to advertise the plans and seek public comment on them at this week’s council meeting.
The council has a statutory obligation to advertise the plans for a minimum of 21 days, and commenced this 21-day period from Friday this week. “The release of the Proposed Structure Plan is a significant mile- stone which will pave the way for transforming the poorly-utilised north-east precinct into a vi- brant centre with excellent access to public transport and improved pedestrian connectivity with the town centre,” Claremont’s mayor Peter Olson said.
“We look forward to further in- volving the community in refin- ing the plan as we head towards the final planning approval.” Widespread advertising of the plan would ensure that members of the community had the oppor- tunity to present their views and give input via public submissions before the plan was presented to Claremont’s councillors for formal
Crime stopper award for
Cottesloe’s push to curb anti- social behaviour and hoon driving along the beachfront has earned the town a presti- gious award from the Office of Crime Prevention.
The scheme includes a suc- cessful lock-down experiment at local hotels, even though Northbridge has rejected a trial of the scheme.
While the WA Crime and Safety Awards cannot be hand- ed out until the new government is sworn in, the council has been notified that the award will be going to Cottesloe.
The community safety pro- gram includes extra ranger pa- trols, CCTV, a 9pm lock-out at both hotels, and three-hour parking restrictions applicable 24 hours a day to both major beachfront carparks.
“If you leave (a pub) after 9pm on a Sunday you don’t get let back in,” said senior ranger Neil Ferridge.
“That way the crowd starts dis- persing and at 10pm closing time you don’t get so many peo- ple in the streets.” He said the three-hour limit at No. 1 and 2 carparks was also playing its part.
“The carparks also start emp- tying by 9.30, so you don’t get peo- ple going back to their vehi- cles and drinking alcohol … and causing trouble,” he said.
Reports of anti-social behav- iour have reduced dramatical- ly in the two years the program has been running.
It all began when a commit- tee was formed to tackle the prob- lem. The group included local res- idents, business proprietors, councillors, council staff, po- lice liquor licensing, hotel man- agers, council rangers and the officer-in-charge of Cottesloe Police Station.
They agreed peak time was Sunday evenings during the summer, with activity concen- trated around the Cottesloe Beach Hotel, the Ocean Beach Hotel and associated carparks.
The awards will be present- ed as part of Crime Prevention Week on September 25 at Fraser’s Function Centre in King’s Park.
Erindale women conquer Mt Kosciuszko
A group of 33 women from the Erindale Healthy Inspirations women’s weight loss centre climbed to the top of Mount Kosciuszko recently to prove they have what it takes to reach their fitness goals.
Reaching the summit of Australia’s tallest mountain was no small feat for the women who battled rain and wind the rise to the challenge.
Healthy Inspirations centre owner Debra Hestbeck said all the women rose to the occasion despite the wet weather.
"When we go to the top it started to rain and there were a few injuries on the way down from the wet and slippery conditions," said Mrs Hestbeck.
"Conquering Mr Kosciuszko was about more than just climbing a mountain. It was a major step to overcoming personal psychological obstacles. At the start of the climb many women were full of self doubt, believing they couldn’t make it up the mountain. But with each step they let go of their fears and gained a greater sense of self confidence, self belief and pride in themselves" said Mrs Hestbeck.
The event sponsors included Debit Success, Megaburn, Patto’s Grog Shop, Bubbles Corner and Erindale Meat Company.
For more information contact Healthy Inspirations at Erindale.
$64,000 grant awarded for local innovation
ACT Senator Kate Lundy today congratulated local company Cubbyhole Pty Ltd on being awarded a Commercialising Emerging Technologies (COMET) AusIndustry grant by the Australian Government to help commercialise its online loyalty program, social community software and virtual wallet.
“I’m delighted to announce that Cubbyhole Pty Ltd has received a $64,000 grant to help bring their exciting product to the marketplace,” Senator Lundy said.
The company has developed “Perkler” an emerging online community for loyalty reward users. Consumers can log all their rewards programs in a virtual wallet, search across programs based on where they are and what they like, and be part of an active community that will help them learn and make the most out of their loyalty portfolio.
For loyalty and reward program providers, “Perkler” seeks to be the dominant brand in creating active members in retail loyalty through personalising perks and increasing timely awareness of programs through both web and mobile platforms. COMET funding will be used for Strategic Business Planning and Intellectual Property Strategy activities.
Senator Lundy has congratulated Cubbyhole for taking a great idea and running with it, a decision that benefits not only the company, but the local Canberra economy.
Cubbyhole was one of 33 Australian small businesses to receive grants totaling $2.1 million in the last COMET funding.
This grant will allow the company to gain advice through a COMET Business Adviser on a business plan, market research and intellectual property strategies.
“The Government will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Australia’s innovative businesses during these difficult economic times,” Senator Lundy said.
“AusIndustry is responsible for more than 30 programs to help Australian businesses, including innovation grants, tax and duty concessions, small business development, industry support and venture capital.
“I urge local companies to contact AusIndustry- the Government’s business program delivery division- to see if they are eligible to apply for a COMET or any other grant.
For more information on AusIndustry grants, including how to apply, go to www.ausindsutry.gov.au or call the hotline on 13 28 46.
Media contact: Annika Hutchins on 0407 458 882
Cubbyhole Pty Ltd contact: Justin Barrie on 0423 302 814
Star Business Solutions and Greentree Software Assists Australian Infrastructure Companies
Greentree Business & Accounting Software, with their largest Australian Business Partner, Star Business Solutions are bringing the message of keeping Australia moving forward. With the launch of the Greentree’s new publication “The Good Oil”, Greentree and Star Business Solutions are making their clients and prospects feel that they are one of the businesses in Australia that can keep the country moving even in challenging economic times like this.
Companies involved in infrastructure activity are progressively being acknowledged by becoming a recipient of this new publication that highlights other successful companies within their industry and how they have achieved success using Greentree.
There has been an ever growing need to develop and maintain all aspects of infrastructure in Australia. Demands on roads, electricity supply and water supply are increasing as Australia’s population grows, creating more opportunities for the infrastructure industry.
With the current economic downturn, the Federal Government announced a $42 billion Nation Building and Jobs Plan which will be a critical step in protecting the economy and safeguarding the construction sector. This plan makes a $29 billion commitment to new and renewed facilities for Defence, schools, local roads and community infrastructure and is a welcome step to safeguard more than 90,000 jobs in the infrastructure and construction sectors.
It makes sense in a time of economic downturn to invest in Infrastructure: the negative effects of the downturn are mitigated and competitive pricing can be leveraged by the government leading to the long term benefit of a modernised, better infrastructure. These investments can also position the economy to come out of the downturn stronger, more productive and more competitive.
In today’s uncertain economic environment, it has become increasingly difficult to justify investments in information technologies. At times, the challenges faced in moving forward on critical IT investments seem insurmountable. However, companies who are able to invest during a downturn will benefit from productivity improvements, delivered through technology. For example, by automating the order process, businesses can streamline activities to reduce the number of human resources needed to carry out routine tasks, giving management more time to spend growing their business rather than simply just running it. They also face better business prospects in the recovery phase of the economy.
Greentree, with, Star Business Solutions can help keep their client’s business moving even in tough economic times such as we are now experiencing. Greentree Business & Accounting Software can be “The Good Oil” that keeps business engines moving.
A dedicated webpage has been set up www.greentree.com/thegoodoil so that this positive message can flow through. Readers of the Good Oil magazine can also send their feedback through the online response form. An electronic version of The Good Oil magazine will be available from this website.
For more information contact Star Business Solutions on [email protected]
Luminous physical theatre maestro will delight young and old
Letters End
By Wolfe Bowart
Presented by Spoon Tree Productions
"Many of the visual effects are in the French tradition of companies such as Philippe Gentry…Bowarts’ finely honed skills as an acrobat, juggler, magician and comedian aid his quest." Adelaide Advertiser
If your mind were a room and your life’s memories lost in a jumble of old boxes, what forgotten treasures might you find? In Letter’s End we meet the keeper, a man whose job it is to dispose of all unclaimed post. Day after day, year after year, letters and packages fall from above and the keeper dutifully feeds them into the furnace. That is until one day when the keeper decides to open one of the packages…and his life is changed forever.
Luminous physical theatre maestro Wolfe Boward returns in Letter’s End and enthrals with his signature mix of circus and theatre, stage illusion, interactive film and physical comedy, Wolfe Bowart has travelled the world enchanting audiences of all ages and nationalities. Fresh from tours of Brazil, Greece, Hong Kong, New Zealand, the UK and multiple nationwide tours of Australia, Bowart returns once again to invite us into the realm of the fantastic.
Cut the string, tear open the brown paper wrapping and live a wondrous world rediscovered in Letter’s End
Wednesday 29 April, 11.00am & 7.00pm
Thursday 30 April, 11.00am & 7.00pm
Friday 1 May, 11.00am & 7.00pm
Saturday 2 May, 2.00pm & 7.00pm
PURCHASE TICKETS: $21-$38; Matinees $21 at www.theq.net.com or Phone 02 62980290
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New Car Warranty Protection
Claremont attacks parking squeeze Cott rangers
next to Claremont Oval.
The plans stipulated that all new multi-storey buildings in the de- velopment would have to have below-ground and basement parking for occupants.
Claremont this week released its much-anticipated blueprint for the 9.4ha area north of the rail- way line that will set Claremont’s shape for the next century. Structure plans for the precinct will be shown to the public from this week, after the council voted to advertise the plans and seek public comment on them at this week’s council meeting.
The council has a statutory obligation to advertise the plans for a minimum of 21 days, and commenced this 21-day period from Friday this week. “The release of the Proposed Structure Plan is a significant mile- stone which will pave the way for transforming the poorly-utilised north-east precinct into a vi- brant centre with excellent access to public transport and improved pedestrian connectivity with the town centre,” Claremont’s mayor Peter Olson said.
“We look forward to further in- volving the community in refin- ing the plan as we head towards the final planning approval.” Widespread advertising of the plan would ensure that members of the community had the oppor- tunity to present their views and give input via public submissions before the plan was presented to Claremont’s councillors for formal
Crime stopper award for
Cottesloe’s push to curb anti- social behaviour and hoon driving along the beachfront has earned the town a presti- gious award from the Office of Crime Prevention.
The scheme includes a suc- cessful lock-down experiment at local hotels, even though Northbridge has rejected a trial of the scheme.
While the WA Crime and Safety Awards cannot be hand- ed out until the new government is sworn in, the council has been notified that the award will be going to Cottesloe.
The community safety pro- gram includes extra ranger pa- trols, CCTV, a 9pm lock-out at both hotels, and three-hour parking restrictions applicable 24 hours a day to both major beachfront carparks.
“If you leave (a pub) after 9pm on a Sunday you don’t get let back in,” said senior ranger Neil Ferridge.
“That way the crowd starts dis- persing and at 10pm closing time you don’t get so many peo- ple in the streets.” He said the three-hour limit at No. 1 and 2 carparks was also playing its part.
“The carparks also start emp- tying by 9.30, so you don’t get peo- ple going back to their vehi- cles and drinking alcohol … and causing trouble,” he said.
Reports of anti-social behav- iour have reduced dramatical- ly in the two years the program has been running.
It all began when a commit- tee was formed to tackle the prob- lem. The group included local res- idents, business proprietors, councillors, council staff, po- lice liquor licensing, hotel man- agers, council rangers and the officer-in-charge of Cottesloe Police Station.
They agreed peak time was Sunday evenings during the summer, with activity concen- trated around the Cottesloe Beach Hotel, the Ocean Beach Hotel and associated carparks.
The awards will be present- ed as part of Crime Prevention Week on September 25 at Fraser’s Function Centre in King’s Park.
Rewarding the outstanding efforts of people in Canberra
Nominations for the National Disability Awards have been officially opened by Minister for Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs, Jenny Macklin and Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Children’s Services, Bill Shorten.
The Awards form part of the Australian Government’s celebration of International Day of People with Disability.
Senator for the ACT, Kate Lundy, today welcomed the announcement, and encouraged the people of Canberra to support and nominate those in our community for the award.
“These Awards celebrate and acknowledge the achievements and contributions individuals with and without disability make to our community and the disability sector,” Senator Lundy said.
Nominations are open for the following categories:
• Minister’s Lifelong Achievement Award- Person, over 25 years of age, with or without disability who has demonstrated a sustained and extraordinary personal commitment to improving and/or reshaping the lives of people with disability.
• Disability Rights Young Leader Award- Young person, 12-25 years of age, with disability who has raised awareness and shown outstanding leadership in improving the lives of people with disability.
• Business Award- Person with or without disability who has displayed an innovative approach and achieved substantial outcomes, in advancing the lives of people with disability in areas such as transport, housing, communication and technology. No age limit.
• Local Government Award- Person who has challenged or lobbied, and has succeeded in implementing substantial change by breaking down barriers faced by people with disability. No age limit.
• Social inclusion Award- Person who has worked towards a more inclusive environment by creating opportunities for people with disability to participate in areas such as sport, the arts, education and the wider community. No age limit.
Nominations close Friday 22 May 2009. Award recipients will be announced at an Awards Ceremony in Canberra on Monday 23 November 2009.
“I encourage the people of Canberra to look into our community to celebrate and recognise people with disability and those who support them,” Senator Lundy said.
Further information regarding the awards can be found at www.idpwd.com.au or by calling 1800 440 385.
Media contact: Annika Hutchins on 0407 458 882
Grants supporting diversity within our community now open
Senator for the ACT, Kate Lundy has encouraged people of Canberra to support and apply for community grants under the 2009 Diverse Australia Program (DAP) and National Action Plan to Build of Social Cohesion, Harmony and Security (NAP).
The grants are aimed at addressing cultural, racial and religious intolerance and promote understanding within the Australian community.
The grants offer more than $2 million in funding for projects which address issues of racism and intolerance.
Community grants of between $5000 and $50 000 are available for major projects that are up to 12 months in length and are able to start from late 2009. In addition, after its success last year, the Government will again offer a grants round for smaller organisations.
Applications for funding are open to not-for-profit organisations such as school communities, service clubs, sporting bodies, ethnic communities, youth organisations, local government authorities, and universities.
“I encourage local community organisations who have an idea or concept for strengthening social cohesion either within Canberra or nationally, to put forward a proposal for the grants,” Senator Lundy said.
Applications for the grants open on the 11 April and must be lodged with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship by 6pm EST, 8 May 2008. For further information visit www.harmony.gov.au/funding (for guidelines and application forms) or contact Diverse Australia Program funding hotline 1800 782 002.
Media contact: Annika Hutchins on 0407 458 882
Increase in HACC funding for ACT
ACT Senator Kate Lundy has welcomed the Federal Governments announcement that Home and Community Care (HACC) services in the ACT will get a $6.6 million dollar funding boost.
The HACC Program is a joint Australian and State/Territory Government initiative. Nationally, the Australian Government contributes 60 per cent of funding for the initiative, which is managed on a day-today basis by the State and Territory Governments.
Approval of the HACC Triennial Plan for 2008-09 to 2010-11 will provide approximately $86 million for ACT HACC services over three years. This is an increase in annual funding from over $26 million in 2008-09 to over $31 million by 2010-11.
In addition, a project approval package allocating over $3 million is being released, including $2.08 million in 2008-09 growth funds. This package will ensure that basic HACC services will continue to be provided to residents of the ACT.
Each year the HACC Program assists more than 10,000 people in the ACT, around 5 per cent of the Territories population. A growth in demand is expected as population projections show an increase in the number of people potentially requiring HACC services.
Media contact: Annika Hutchins on 0407 458 882
Rewarding the outstanding efforts of people in Canberra
Nominations for the National Disability Awards have been officially opened by Minister for Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs, Jenny Macklin and Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Children’s Services, Bill Shorten.
The Awards form part of the Australian Government’s celebration of International Day of People with Disability.
Senator for the ACT, Kate Lundy, today welcomed the announcement, and encouraged the people of Canberra to support and nominate those in our community for the award.
“These Awards celebrate and acknowledge the achievements and contributions individuals with and without disability make to our community and the disability sector,” Senator Lundy said.
Nominations are open for the following categories:
• Minister’s Lifelong Achievement Award- Person, over 25 years of age, with or without disability who has demonstrated a sustained and extraordinary personal commitment to improving and/or reshaping the lives of people with disability.
• Disability Rights Young Leader Award- Young person, 12-25 years of age, with disability who has raised awareness and shown outstanding leadership in improving the lives of people with disability.
• Business Award- Person with or without disability who has displayed an innovative approach and achieved substantial outcomes, in advancing the lives of people with disability in areas such as transport, housing, communication and technology. No age limit.
• Local Government Award- Person who has challenged or lobbied, and has succeeded in implementing substantial change by breaking down barriers faced by people with disability. No age limit.
• Social inclusion Award- Person who has worked towards a more inclusive environment by creating opportunities for people with disability to participate in areas such as sport, the arts, education and the wider community. No age limit.
Nominations close Friday 22 May 2009. Award recipients will be announced at an Awards Ceremony in Canberra on Monday 23 November 2009.
“I encourage the people of Canberra to look into our community to celebrate and recognise people with disability and those who support them,” Senator Lundy said.
Further information regarding the awards can be found at www.idpwd.com.au or by calling 1800 440 385.
Media contact: Annika Hutchins on 0407 458 882
