Wanneroo Link - May 2022

Friday 27 May 2022

Deputy Mayor's Message

Welcome to the May edition of Wanneroo Link.

In this month’s edition, we celebrate an award winning City initiative, share our new Customer First approach, 'uncover' an exciting new recycling initiative and mark the start of National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June).

This year’s theme is ‘Be Brave. Make Change.' It’s a challenge to all Australians to be brave and tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation so we can make change for the benefit of all Australians. Read more about how the City is recognising National Reconciliation Week below.

Deputy Mayor Brett Treby

Celebrate National Reconciliation Week

Today marks the start of National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June), a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

We at the City are proud of our significant Aboriginal heritage and look forward to celebrating the rich and ongoing legacy of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This week, the City is running a range of programs including an 'It’s All About Stories' session at Wanneroo Library on Thursday 2 June, which will feature a reading of ‘Wanjoo’ by Gina Williams. The picture book aims to teach children and adults some of the words of welcome to Noongar country through ‘Wanjoo’, a song the author wrote in Noongar language.

The City's eLibrary has also launched a new curated set of online resources highlighting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, language and information.

Activities will also be running at the City’s four youth centres. Young people can drop in to learn how to make damper and native lemon myrtle butter biscuits or create a collaborative art piece that reflects their thoughts and perspectives on Reconciliation Week.

City's multicultural toolkit a winner

A City of Wanneroo initiative that helps make waste information accessible for our culturally and linguistically diverse community has taken out top honours at the Waste Authority’s 2022 WasteSorted Awards.

The City’s ‘WasteSorted – Talking My Language’ toolkit was crowned Waste Initiative of the Year at the annual awards, which recognise the top performers in WA’s recycling and waste industry, and celebrate individuals, businesses, government, schools, and community organisations that are developing innovative solutions for reducing waste.

New strategy puts customers first

The City has launched its new Customer Service Commitment and Customer First Strategy 2021–2026, following extensive consultation with our community on how we can improve our customer experience.
Together, these plans form our Customer First approach, outlining how we aim to provide every customer with a high-quality service experience, online, over the phone and in-person.
We are committed to providing our customers with ease, accessibility, reliability and responsiveness when connecting with the City, and strive to continually improve our customer service.

City ‘uncovers’ new recycling initiative

Recycle your old pool cover for free by using the drop-off voucher issued with your annual rates notice!

Thanks to a trial with Daisy Pool Covers, residents can now drop-off their old pool covers at Wangara Greens Recycling Facility.

The initiative is part of the City’s commitment to reducing waste to landfill to protect our environment for current and future generations.

Anne Frank exhibition returns to Wanneroo Gallery

Back by popular demand, travelling Anne Frank exhibition ‘Let Me Be Myself,’ has returned to the Wanneroo Gallery.

The thought-provoking exhibition tells the personal story of Anne Frank in the historical context of her time, highlighting the relevance of her experiences in contemporary society in relation to prejudice, discrimination and exclusion.

Volunteer with us

The City is currently recruiting volunteers for a range of roles, including new drivers for the Community Transport Service.

All you need is a C-class driver’s licence, a friendly face and a few hours to spare on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Free crèche offer

Until 1 September 2022, when you purchase a new Aquamotion membership or upgrade your existing membership to Gold, you can unlock free access to our wonderful crèche facilities.

Enjoy unlimited access to all Aquamotion facilities while our caring crèche team looks after the little ones.

Bulk waste collection

Bulk waste verge collections are taking place across the city.

Head to the website to check collection dates for your suburb.

Heritage grant secured

The City has secured a $20,000 grant through the Local Government Heritage Consultancy Grants program.

The funding will support the City in developing a heritage plan and guiding heritage documents, building on the work undertaken as part of the 2021/22 review of the City’s Local Heritage Survey.

Next council meetings

Council Briefing Session
Tuesday 7 June, 6pm
23 Dundebar Road, Wanneroo

Ordinary Council Meeting
Tuesday 14 June, 6pm
23 Dundebar Road, Wanneroo

Save the date

Save the date for a Spring re-opening of the historic Cockman and Buckingham houses. From September, you can take part in the interactive digital trail, fun activities or enjoy a picnic in the grounds.

Acknowledgement of Country The City of Wanneroo acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land we are working on, the Whadjuk people. We would like to pay respect to the Elders of the Noongar nation,
past, present and future, who have walked and cared for the land and we acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contributions made to the life of this City and this region.