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May 13, 2015
$20m more for prescribed burns The 2015-16 State Budget will allocate an extra $20 million to prescribed burning in forests and land managed by the Department of Parks and Wildlife (DPaW) in
the South West. The money, which has been sourced from Royalties for
Regions (RfR), will be delivered over four years, with an initial $3.5 million allocated in 2015-16 to top up DPaW‟s annual burning budget of $10 million. Environment Minister Albert Jacob said the money would fund
extra positions and extended employment contracts for land management officers DPaW Frankland District
manager Allison Donovan indicated to the Weekly that it was too early to say whether there would be more seasonal or
permanent jobs offered locally. Mr Jacob said the funds would also provide for greater availability and mobility of contract machinery, fire trucks, water tankers, staff, and equipment across the South West. The additional funding for
prescribed burning brings DPaW‟s
total fire management budget to about $58.5 million for 2015-16.
Regional Development Minister Terry Redman reckons the extra RfR investment will bring greater security and protection to communities in the South West.
“The South West has faced significant fire threat over recent summers and every Shire and
almost every community within the Warren-Blackwood electorate has experienced forest or bush fires in the past few years,” Mr Redman said. “The recent O‟Sullivan fire at Northcliffe involved around
1,000 people in the fire fighting effort and many more in the recovery effort, highlighting once again the
significant scale and cost of such events in emotional as well as financial terms. “Alongside the outstanding efforts of our fire fighters, this
State‟s prescribed burning program has helped safeguard us from the horrendous life toll of fires such as we‟ve seen in the Eastern States. “The impact of bushfires on regional communities and the
environment is significant and I am pleased to see RfR invest
in the sustainable future of our
South West,” he said. “The project will also provide opportunities for local industries to be involved in the program through employment and the delivery of
goods and services.” DPaW burnt an estimated 115,700 hectares in the South West
in 2014-15. Are you fire ready? areyouready.wa.gov.au
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Walpole Corner Vista and Pier Streets
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Temperatures & rainfall recorded in North Walpole Sunday May 3 to Saturday May 9, 2015
Temperatures Rainfall
Min Max mm
Sunday 9.0 16.2 0
Monday 7.5 14.6 33.2
Tuesday 9.1 18.1 1.6
Wednesday 9.9 17.5 6.4
Thursday 8.5 19.4 0
Friday 8.1 20.1 0
Saturday 11.9 19.2 1.4
42.6 Total rainfall for the week
Walpole forecast for the next five days:
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May 13 Bowls Division AGM 7.30pm @ Walpole Country Club
May 16 Auskick & Denmark Walpole Magpies junior football 9am @ Walpole Town Oval
May 18-22
National Families Week @ Manjimup Family Centre
May 20 Australian Government Mobile Service
Centre open 10am-3:30pm
May 20 Community Talks “Shimmy and Shake it!” 10-11.30am @ Walpole CRC
May 20 Bibbulmun Track & Trails WA info session 2.30pm @ Walpole Visitor Centre
May 30 Rick Steele, blues legend @ The Walpole Hotel Motel
Jun 16 Inspiring Tourism Workshop #1, 8.30am-12.30pm @ DPaW, Walpole
Jun 17 Inspiring Tourism Workshop #2, 12.30-5pm
@ Shire of Denmark, 953 South Coast Hwy
Jun 18 Western Power community meeting 6pm @ Walpole Community Resource Centre
Jul 3 Last day of Term 2 @ Walpole Primary School
Jul 3 Walpole Town Jetty scheduled to reopen
Oct 3-4 Walpole Land Settlement 85th Anniversary/Reunion @ Walpole Sport & Rec Centre
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Following a report on ABC‟s Four Corners program last Monday evening, Manjimup Shire President Wade DeCampo
(pictured right) has expressed concern about the reputation of Australia as a working holiday destination as well as
condemned the exploitation of 417 visa holders. The Four Corners report alleged that workers who enter
Australia on 417 working holiday visas—which allows them to work for up to six months in one location performing low-skilled jobs such as fruit and vegetable picking—are being taken advantage of by farms and factories across Australia. “One issue that has been identified is around labour-hire contractors who “sell” groups of workers to
producers at a rate lower than the award,” explained Cr DeCampo, who added that he is glad that the situation
has been identified. Cr DeCampo emphasised that these and similar arrangements that misuse this sector of the labour market should not be accepted in our community. “This region and several others across Australia rely heavily on working holidaymakers, especially during harvest time, and it is sickening to think that they are being exploited like this,” Cr DeCampo said. In the Four Corners report it was alleged that
farmers and suppliers are constantly under pressure to supply a cheaper product forcing them to cut costs in other areas such as labour hire. “This type of pressure, and the fact that some producers take advantage of the international workforce, makes the honourable operators less viable by the very fact that they want to do the right thing,” Cr DeCampo said . “This is a major issue for Australia and its cropping
future, as well as the future of downstream processing. “Measures need to be taken by the federal government to ensure that the travelling workforce are
treated and paid according to the law—that is, equal to all Australians,” Cr DeCampo said. “It is detrimental to farmers across Australia, amongst other industries, to be branded as corrupt when the majority of employers of low-skilled labour are ethical.
“Australia has earned a reputation for being a fair country to work in, which is what brings these people. “Everybody in the supply chain plays a part.”
DeCampo condemns
abuse of 417 labour
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Bibbulmun Track and Trails WA executive director Linda Daniels and Bibbulmun Track Foundation marketing manager Jean Byrne will hold an information session in
Walpole as part of a series of sessions they are running throughout the South West. "Our focus will be to provide information on the Bibbulmun Track, including the aftermath of
the recent bushfires, the recovery program, and how the Bibbulmun Track Foundation can assist in promoting local businesses to Track walkers through our Walker Friendly Business
program," Ms Byrne said. "We will also introduce the Trails WA website and strategy and outline the opportunities available to align towns and local businesses with trails." Representatives of Walpole & Districts tourism and hospitality businesses and other stakeholders are welcome to attend the session, which will take place at
2.30pm, May 20 at the Walpole Visitors Centre. If you wish to attend, you should contact Ms Byrne
at [email protected] or 9481 0551.
Info session on Track
WITH SYMPATHY
Barb, Gordon, Malcolm & Families
Wendy was a very special lady and loved by everyone who knew her.
Please know that we share in your grief and extend our deepest sympathy.
With all our love,
Johnno, Girls & their Families
Dearest Wendy Our beautiful friend
We will miss you so much All our love
Your friends forever Marilyn, Margaret,
Jamie and Ian
Dear Editor, Five 20-litre drums were found dumped in close proximity to the Inlet River bridge, 21 kilometres north along the South Western Highway, which bisects the
Walpole Wilderness. The dumping was exposed by recent prescribed burning in the area and the drums are thought to be over one year old. It is generally accepted that the future of Walpole is tied to the Walpole Wilderness concept. Such contempt for the environment, whether by
individuals or contractors, cannot be condoned. This type of behaviour must stop.
— Michael Filby
Who dumped these?
SINCERE CONDOLENCES
We offer our sincere condolences to Barb and the families of
Wendy Bidwell.
We will miss Wendy’s beautiful
beaming smile around Walpole.
From Emma, Denise & Rynea of Walpole Pharmacy
May 13, 2015 - 7
Walpole Quality Meats Your Local Butcher
WALPOLE PRIMARY SCHOOL REPORT By Chris Cook, Principal
This term at Walpole Primary School we have increased teacher support for literacy and numeracy. Jenny Kendrick has been coming in two days a
week for the first three weeks of the term to ignite the year 2-6 students‟ passion for literacy. Daniel Robson has been in three days a week to provide math support for years K-6. He is supporting the introduction of BUILD across the school. B - buddy games; U - using manipulatives; I - independent work; L- learning about numbers; and
D - doing math.
The students rotate through the activities while two teachers teach the concept and check the understanding of the students.
Building literacy and numeracy
Unearthed Pemberton is underway until May 17. Pemberton Visitor Centre president Mark Hudson said the event is a new style of festival
“where we invite you into our farms, our restaurants, our art studios, our produce factories to experience what the real Southern Forests region has to offer.”
“It offers a chance to get off the main roads and to
„explore beyond the gate‟, meander down the backroads to discover our local producers, artists, culinary professionals and all manner of people doing amazing things on their own piece of dirt.”
Southern Forests Food Council chair Bevan Eatts said: “It is great to see such an innovative festival being spearheaded by the local community. “This event links together so many facets of the Southern Forests region and really showcases the breadth of our offerings to visitors. “It gives people a unique opportunity to experience
our way of life and region.” For full details visit the Unearthed Pemberton
website www.unearthedpemberton.com.au.
Pemberton unearthed
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Emergency services volunteers are being celebrated as part of National Volunteer Week, May 11-17. Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)
Volunteer and Youth Services manager Wayne Fanderlinden said the week was an opportunity to acknowledge the important contribution fire and emergency services volunteers make to
community safety. "Volunteers give up their own time to help the community in times of need,” Mr Fanderlinden said.
"They are on-call around the clock and respond to bushfires, floods, cyclones, storms, and land and sea search & rescue operations. "As well as attending emergencies, volunteers spend time training to maintain their
specialised skills and expertise. "We are fortunate to have such
highly skilled and dedicated
volunteers who provide this invaluable service.” This year‟s National Volunteer Week theme is "Give Happy, Live Happy”, which focuses on how
volunteers feel rewarded and happier as a result of helping people in vulnerable situations. "Volunteering is a great way to gain new skills, meet new people and give back to the community,”
Mr Fanderlinden said. "We encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to consider volunteering with their local
brigade, group or unit.” DFES supports Bush Fire Service, Emergency Service, Fire Services, Fire & Rescue Service, State Emergency Service and the Marine Rescue Service volunteers. For more information about
becoming a fire and emergency services volunteer:
1800 628 141 or dfes.wa.gov.au.
Nominate a vollie Do you know an outstanding volunteer whose contribution deserves recognition? Nominations are now open for a variety of awards aimed at acknowledging the outstanding contributions of volunteer fire and emergency personnel.
Nominations close at 5pm on
May 29, with winners to be announced during the 2015 WA Fire and Emergency Services Conference in September. To nominate or learn more, visit www.dfes.wa.gov.au/awards
National Volunteer Week: Give happy, live happy
The Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) is urging people to prepare their homes for dangerous weather this winter.
This week is Storm Awareness Week; a reminder for people to get ready before bad weather sets in.
DFES Assistant Commissioner Metropolitan Daren Klemm said storms caused millions of dollars in damage to homes and businesses each year, but that some of it was preventable. "Last year DFES responded to 91 storm incidents, with SES volunteers spending more than 3,200 hours helping people in need,” he said. "The action you take now could prevent your home sustaining major damage this winter.” Bureau of Meteorology Acting Severe Weather
Services Manager Greg Browning said severe cool season fronts impact the South West every year. "This could be the season another big storm hits and that‟s why it‟s vital we all prepare for the worst.” Western Power‟s Head of Operational Maintenance Gair Landsborough said Western Power crews were on call 24/7 to respond to network related incidents. DFES and Western Power recommend a number of safety measures to prepare for storm season including:
Clear gutters and downpipes of leaves and
blockages so they don‟t overflow after heavy rain
Check your roof for cracked ridge capping, loose
tiles or loose screws or nails
Remove loose items from around your home and
ensure trampolines and other play equipment are
sufficiently secured to the ground
Trim branches around your home to prevent them
falling on roofs or cars
Ensure branches are at least 2.5 metres away
from power lines and hire a qualified contractor to safely remove branches as necessary
If you see a fallen power line, stay well away and
make the safe call to the Western Power 24/7 emergency line on 13 13 51
Prepare an emergency kit including a first aid kit
and a car charger for your mobile phone
If your home is badly damaged by a storm and
you can‟t fix it yourself call 132 500 for SES emergency assistance
For more storm safety tips, visit dfes.wa.gov.au/WinterSAFE.
Be WinterSAFE this storm season: DFES, BOM
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What will our world look like in 20 years? In a new book from CSIRO Publishing— Global
Megatrends: Seven Patterns of Change Shaping Our Future—author Stefan Hajkowicz (pictured) identifies seven patterns that tell a story about how the
world will change over the
next 20 years:
More from less. Increasing demand for limited
natural resources.
Going, going ... gone? A window of opportunity
to protect biodiversity, habitats and climate.
The Silk Highway. Rapid economic growth and
urbanisation in Asia and the developing world.
Forever young. An ageing population, changed
retirement patterns, chronic illness and rising
healthcare expenditure
Virtually here. Digital technology reshaping
retail and office precincts, city design and function, and labour markets.
Great expectations. Changing expectations for
services, experiences, and social interaction.
An imperative to innovate. Technological
advancement is accelerating; creating new markets and extinguishing existing ones.
Dr Hajkowicz said: “Megatrends are gradual yet powerful trajectories of change that have the potential
to throw companies, individuals and societies into „freefall‟, [which] will happen to you, your company, your society and the world.
“It‟s not whether change will happen that matters, but when and how you respond. “The financial collapse of stock markets, terrorist strikes, technology disruptors, democratic elections in eastern bloc countries and the fall of the Berlin Wall were relatively sudden events—when viewed over
history—but they did not occur in isolation. “The change heralded by megatrends lies beyond our direct control but not beyond
our influence […] we can alter our destiny.” The book captures the thinking of scientists and
researchers who have devoted their careers to exploring and understanding change. For more information, visit, www.publish.csiro.au.
Freefall: Is that our future?
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FOR SALE
Large pine dresser;
similar to one in pic; with two glass
cupboards and spice rack. Reasonable
condition. $450. Other items: Camping
shower tent $30;
Bucket seat car seat covers (black with
frangipani design) $20. Pls phone Donna
0419 939 456
NATURE NOTES By Diane Beckingham
After the first winter rains it is a great time to walk in the karri and tingle forest looking for fungi—and also frogs of course.
Last year in May, just ten days after the first rains came, I discovered an extraordinary large purple fungus—12 cm across—on my usual walk within metres of the Frankland River edge. It was in a group of five and was identified as an
Archer‟s cortinarius (pictured left with watch)—not rare in the south west, but I had never seen it before. More common are the giant gold caps (below),
which come up every year en masse under tingle trees. In late summer I have often seen bright orange curry punks (top left) growing on karri tree trunks or logs. The curry punk is named for the spicy odour which comes from the dried fungus. Last August some small—3 cm—bright yellow fungi popped up in litter in my garden and were the
yellow-headed amanitas. These are poisonous.
Don‟t ever think of eating any fungi unless identified by an expert. Of course picking any in a National Park is illegal. Small mammals such as woylies use certain fungi as a food source. Be alert and take your camera as you walk on trails near the Giant Tingle Tree, the Treetop Walk area, Horseyard Hill and Swarbrick Art Trail.
You should see bracket, shelf, and coral fungi also. Occasionally I have come across the wide woody bracket of an artist‟s conk, which if left in place can
expand for more than 20 years up to 40 cm wide. A pocket guide to fungi of our southern forest is a useful aid to identification and so is the website fungiperth.wa.org.au. Reference: Fungi of the South-West Forests by
Richard Robinson, a DPaW publication, available from the Walpole-Nornalup Visitor Centre.
Fungi in the forest
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Phone: (08)9840 1023
Walpole Hotel/
Motel Op en 7 day s a w ee k
What’s on: Saturday, May 30
Rick Steele, Blues Legend
Fridays: Chase the Ace; Happy Hour
Bar Snacks
Restaurant Open Hours Lunch 12-2pm, Dinner 6-8pm 7days
SMART PHONE FOR SALE
iPhone 5 — $200
White; 16 Gb Ph: 0427 008 878
LOST ENGAGEMENT RING
Lost during ANZAC week; an engagement ring
with two square diamonds (one on either side). Reward offered. Ph Joan 9840 1633.
The number of fish species recorded at Western Australia‟s first trial of artificial reefs—off Dunsborough and Bunbury—has more than quadrupled in two years, according
to the Department of Fisheries. Fisheries Minister Ken Baston said 50 finfish species had been recorded around the south-west reefs, up from just a dozen fish
species detected when modules were deployed two years ago.
As part of the south-west trial, the Government dedicated $575,000 to monitoring the artificial reefs over five years. Mr Baston said surveys on the
reefs so far had shown them to be successful in providing habitat for the three target species: Samsonfish, snapper, and skippy. A variety of other marine life
including macroalgae and corals now call the reefs home.
Regional Development Minister Terry
Redman said Royalties for Regions had invested $1.8 million to establish the reefs.
“I am pleased to hear about the
positive results these structures have brought to the region, [creating] opportunities for local tourism, charter operators and tackle and boating industries which
base their businesses around the quality of the fishing experience,” Mr Redman said. Mr Baston said recreational fishing licence fees will soon be
supporting more artificial reef projects off Mandurah and Rottnest.
Artificial reefs attract 50 fish species
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O‟Connor seniors will continue to have free access to computers and internet training to ensure they are not left behind in the digital age, according to Federal Member for O‟Connor Rick Wilson. The Abbott Government has invested $1.3 million to
assist more than 97,000 older Australians continue building their digital skills under the Broadband for Seniors programme. Mr Wilson said older people would be able to learn important online skills including how to send emails, be
cyber safe and use social media to stay in touch with friends and family. “Everyone should have the opportunity to build confidence and skills using the computer and the internet,” Mr Wilson said.
Mr Wilson said there were around 1,600 Broadband for Seniors kiosks across Australia, including at the Walpole Community Resource Centre (CRC). “Volunteer tutors provide one-on-one or small group training covering topics such as how to send emails, be cyber safe and use social media in a supportive and
welcoming environment,” Mr Wilson said. “Broadband for Seniors provides support to help
older Australians feel confident using technology.” Broadband for Seniors kiosks will continue to have access to training tools and resources to support their volunteer tutors to provide one-on-one or small group training for seniors.
While the grandies are at school ... The Walpole Seniors Computer Club meets 1pm every Thursday—during school terms—at the Walpole CRC. Sessions are a mix of structured learning for those
who want that or a chance to work on individual projects and ask for help and advice. With afternoon tea included, each session of the Walpole Seniors Computer Club is a great way to make and consolidate friendships. Membership is $25 per year plus $5 per school term, which covers catering and handouts. Call the CRC on 9840 1395 for more information. The club is a member of ASCCA.org.au.
Seniors computing at the CRC
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WALPOLE CONCRETE SUPPLIES
and EARTHMOVING SERVICE
Pre-mix concrete Sand, gravel carting Site works, house & shed pads, driveways Back hoe, bobcat, loader and grader hire Blue metal and metal dust available.
Contact Nigel Fry
Phone 9840 1626 - Mobile 0419 948 072
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0429 850 917
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BLOCK CLEARING
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EXCAVATOR HIRE
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HOUSE Slabs Verandahs Driveways sheds Aggregate CONCRETE Brick paving
Sport Whether it‟s for fun or money we want
to know what inspires competitiveness in
Walpole. Email [email protected]
RODERICK’S
TREE LOPPING SERVICES
We are a fully-insured company with very experienced & qualified staff to handle your job
professionally. Any size Tree Removal or Lopping,
Pruning, Mulching. Stump Grinding, Bobcat
Clearing, Fire Breaks or Parkland Clearing
Please call Paul for a free quote Mobile 0428 481 280
Office 08 9848 1113
Golf results May 5, Scroungers Golf — Stableford
Winner B Laing 21 points Runner-up G Peck 21 points
Third G Becker 21 points Best chip G Becker #1 Longest putt B Laing #9 Nearest the pin B Cooper #13 Nearest the pin G Peck #17
Birdies M Lumb #9, G Becker #10, G Peck #14 & 16 — Betty Cooper May 7, Pat Burton Trophy — Stroke-Flag Comp
Winner Rhonda Perpoli Nett 72
R/Up (countback) Ros Hatfield Nett 72 Best Chip Marilyn Barrington #11 Nearest the Pin Hes Anderson #7 — Sue Hawkins
May 9, Rest Point Trophy
Winner A Barrington +5 R/Up (countback) M Hull +3
Long Putt T Ireland NTP M Hull #7 NTP T Ireland #17 Eagle G Becker #16 Birdies M Anning #8, K Anderson #15 C Devine #13, G Peck #13, N Hawkins #13 Up nest Walpole Hotel Trophy
Stroke CYP Points Day
Sunday 12.30 Tee Off — Norm Hawkins
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Footy fever will grip Walpole this Saturday.
The Denmark and Walpole Auskick kids U/7s, U/9s and U/10s will get stuck in from 9am. The Denmark Walpole Magpies U/11s will also play at 9am, followed by the U/13s at 10.30am
and the U/15s at 12 noon. A sausage sizzle and cake stall with tea and coffee will also be available. It will all happen on the town oval from 9am. For more info, contact Walpole‟s AFL Auskick coordinator Karen Cummuskey on 0429 784 924.
Junior & Auskick footy fever
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InspiringTourism
Expanding Your Business Potential.
Both workshops are available at two locations:16th June – Department of Parks and Wildlife, Walpole 17th June – Shire of Denmark Council Reception Room,
953 South Coast Highway, Denmark
A powerful day of two inspirational workshops by highly professional facilitators who will share their
expertise with you to boost our tourism and associated industries in the region.
Two Inspiring Workshops:
A joint initiative of the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and the Denmark Chamber of Commerce and Industry
RegistrationOne workshop is $80, or $150 for the full day including lunch and am/pm teas.
Places are limited so get in early.
Opportunities exist for one on one mentoring from the presenters on topics linked to Experience Development and Social Media through prior appointments.
Workshop 2 Maximising your Marketing Potential with Social Media Prue Pike of Talk Social Media
A hands on workshop showing you how to successfully incorporate social media into your marketing mix to connect with your customer and promote word of mouth ‘on steroids’.
12.30 pm – 5 pm commencing with networking light lunch.
Claire SavageSavagely Creative
Prue PikeTalk Social Media
Workshop 1 Creating Memorable Experiences Claire Savage of Savagely Creative
This workshop will provide information and tools to help businesses to review and improve their visitor experience. The overall aim is to help businesses to create long term relationships with their customers and help to generate word of mouth marketing.
8.30 am – 12.30 pm with networking light lunch provided at the conclusion.
This workshop is for businesses and organisations that want to better understand the benefits of using social media to raise their profile and promote their business while creating positive opinions with customers.
Worshop 1 will leave you with the tools to create memorable experiences that will surprise and delight your customers. Your excitement will grow with the growth of your business.
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Workshop
16th June – Department of Parks and Wildlife, South Coast Highway, Walpole17th June – Shire of Denmark Council Reception Room, 953 South Coast Highway, Denmark
Two Inspiring Workshops: Expanding Your Business Potential.
To register please contact:Julie Ross (08) 98408263 or [email protected] or
Liz Jack (08) 98482065 or [email protected]
A joint initiative of the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and the Denmark Chamber of Commerce and Industry
RSVP by 10th June 2015