City e-News May 2019

Election promises see funding commitment for Armadale

A new purpose built state of the art TAFE and a fourth public library are on the cards for Armadale if a Shorten Federal Labor party are elected this weekend.

Earlier this  month, WA Premier Mark McGowan and Education and Training Minister The Hon. Sue Ellery MLC announced they would match the Federal Labor commitment of $10 million to build a $20 million TAFE in Armadale.

The City has advocated for funding for a higher education facility for several years. A new TAFE campus in the south east region will help to create designated pathways for students in Armadale and surrounding regions to gain better access to higher education.

Last month Shadow Minister for Regional Services, Territories and Local Government Stephen Jones MP, announced they would commit $2.5 million towards a public library in Harrisdale.

A library in the Harrisdale - Piara Waters area has been in the City’s future plans for several years, and will accommodate a wide range of library and community based programs and activities to serve the growing population.

Let Armadale ignite your business idea!

Ignition is an intensive, one week entrepreneurial training program for aspiring entrepreneurs, academics and corporate innovators.

As part of the City's economic development strategy to encourage entrepreneurship, the City has partnered for the first time with Curtin University for Ignition 2019, and is offering a fully funded scholarship place for:

• A person who owns or operates an existing local business
• A new start-up with an innovative business idea for
• Armadale
• Or a City of Armadale resident.

Ignition is open to anyone with a business idea, research project or early stage business venture that could become a high growth business. Passion and ambition to take ideas forward and make it happen are highly important attributes for success at Ignition.

Applications close on Friday 5 July. For more information email economicdevelopment@armadale.wa.gov.au.

Caring for Streams

The City's Streamcare program is aimed at revitalising local streams and improving habitat value. It provides landowners with an opportunity to access free native plants and technical advice relating to planting, weed control, waterway management and property planning.

Since it began in 2002, the program has assisted hundreds of landowners. Landowners who have a stream or creek on or near their property are invited to participate in the program.

For further information contact the City’s Streamcare Officer on 9394 5000 or email info@armadale.wa.gov.au.

The Show Must Go On

A community exhibition created by the Roleystone Theatre is now open to the public until 30 September at History House Museum.

The Show Must Go On: The Story of the Roleystone Theatre celebrates the story of the theatre over the years.

History House Museum opening hours: Tuesday to Fridays 10am to 4pm, and Saturday and Sundays 1 to 4pm.

Sustainable Urban Forest Workshop

Friday 14 June | 6 – 8pm
Armadale District Hall, Corner Jull Street & Church Avenue, Armadale

Join the City’s Urban Forest team, ABC Gardening Australia’s Josh Byrne and award winning radio presenter Sabrina Hahn, for a talk on Sustainable Urban Forest.

This workshop will build on your knowledge of what an Urban Forest is and what it means for the Armadale community.

Join a panel discussion and Q&As on:

• Benefits of street trees
• Why local governments are planting street trees
• Why we need more green space around our work and home.

Coffee, tea and snacks provided – doors open at 5.45pm for a 6pm start.

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

RSVP to the City's Parks team on 9394 5000 by Monday 3 June.

National Volunteer Week

All volunteers living or volunteering in the City of Armadale are invited to attend a complimentary viewing of the musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee as part of National Volunteer Week celebrations.

The exclusive viewing will be performed by the Roleystone Theatre Inc at 4.30pm on 26 May at the Armadale District Hall.

Pre-show light refreshments will be served from 4pm.

Volunteer tickets are complimentary. Tickets for plus ones are $20.

Tickets are limited. To secure your ticket contact the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre. Phone 9394 5410 or www.perthhillsarmadale.com.au by 17 May.

Performance includes some mild themes and language.

Inaugural Armadale Arts Bush Trail

The Armadale Settlers Common in Bedfordale has something special with art meeting the natural settings of the bushland with the Inaugural Armadale Arts Bush Trail this month.

Local schools and community groups have been working with local artists Renae Whyte and Elise Marshall to create stunning temporary artworks using the natural materials of the area.

Guided by nationally and internationally renowned land artist Elaine Clocherty, the Armadale Arts Bush Trail provides a serene environment to stroll around and enjoy nature while your eyes wander, exploring the natural bush in all its glory.

While you are there you can get involved, as you are invited to contribute to a major work created by Elaine Clocherty.

This is an accessible art trail with artworks viewed from the pathways. Accessible toilets will be on site and ACROD parking will be reserved.

The trail will be on display from 10am to 2pm daily until 19 May.

Dive into Swim School

Did you know that AFAC’s Swim School accepts enrolments all year round?

Unlike term based programs we educate our students continuously, which means that our students are able to progress through levels swiftly. Our AUSTSWIM and Swim Australia accredited Instructors are passionate about teaching our community such an important life skill.

For just $30 a fortnight our Swim School Membership offers:

• 30 minute lesson per week by a qualified Instructor.
• Limited class sizes to ensure that effective teacher student relationships are formed.
• Entry for the child and one parent to enter the pool hall 7 days a week.

To learn more about our Swim School program visit our website active.armadale.wa.gov.au.

Community Calendar

For further information on these and other local events please visit the City's website or Facebook page.