City e-News December 2017

Armadale wins bronze at Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards

Armadale’s best practice approach to tourism has been acknowledged with a bronze award in the category of Local Government Award for Tourism at the Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards last month.

Mayor Henry Zelones OAM, JP said the City of Armadale has focused on tourism over recent years, achieving several objectives of the City’s Tourism Strategy.

The recent launch of our Perth Hills Armadale Regional Guide showcased just how many quality accommodation and food providers are based in Armadale, as well as the many attractions on offer for residents and visitors to enjoy.

The Regional Guide is available at the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre, or online and offers a go to booklet for residents hosting family and friends over the festive season.

It is often surprising to learn of how many attractions are available in your local area. When having friends and family to stay for the holidays, it is always great to have options so use the guide to share beautiful Armadale with them.

For more information go to the Visit Armadale website via www.visitarmadale.com.au.

Paying your rates by direct debit?

Residents who are currently on the A Smarter Way to Pay direct debit rates payment system should note there are no changes to their payment dates during the Christmas and New Year period.

If you need to make any changes to your direct debit rates payment, due on Friday 22 or Friday 29 December 2017, please contact City’s Rates Team by 4pm Thursday 21 December, as changes after this date will not be possible.

For information on A Smarter Way to Pay please contact the City’s Rates team on 9394 5164.

The Mayor, Councillors and staff of the City of Armadale wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year.

Christmas Closure

The City’s administration office, libraries, and Visitor Centre will close at noon on Friday 22 December.

The City’s administration office will reopen at 8.15am on Tuesday 2 January.

For a full list of business hours over the Christmas period please visit the City’s website www.armadale.wa.gov.au.

Bin Collections over Christmas and New Year period

As rubbish/recycling bins will not be emptied on Christmas Day and New Year’s day, all collections in the weeks following these two days will be completed one day later than your normal collection day.

For those two weeks only, bins that are usually emptied on a Monday will be emptied on a Tuesday, and so on through the week (so, if your bin(s) are usually emptied on a Friday they will be emptied on the Saturday). Services will return to normal on Monday 8 January 2018.

Australia Day in Armadale

Come and celebrate Australia Day with a jam-packed evening of festivities and fireworks in the Armadale City Centre.

Secure your spot early with a picnic in Minnawarra Park, and embrace the community celebration in this hassle free carnival atmosphere.

With plenty of activities for all ages, there will be carnival amusement rides, a kids zone, Water Fun Zone, Aussies Backyard Bash cricket match and plenty of food stalls to tempt your tastebuds.

There’s also a full program of live music showcasing incredible local talent, alongside a renowned headline act.

A highlight of the evening is the spectacular fireworks, scheduled for 8.30pm. Don’t forget to stick around after the fireworks for more entertainment by another great band.

This is a family friendly smoke and alcohol free event.

Please note, for the safety of your furry friend and little children, dogs are not permitted at this event unless it is a service dog.

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