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Belmont Bulletin
Issue 1, February 2021 BELMONT.WA.GOV.AU
Have fun at
Kidz Fest on
13 February!
City of Belmont’s Art Pioneer Luncheon New Local Laws
Awards Return 2021 Success Introduced
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Your City of Belmont Mayor’s Message
Councillors Welcome to the first edition of the Belmont Bulletin for
2021. I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New
EAST WARD:
Year with family and friends.
Cr Phil Marks (Mayor)
P: 9277 4919 We have a lot planned for the community in 2021, starting
M: 0417 998 229 with Kidz Fest which will get the ball rolling for this year’s
E: crmarks@belmont.wa.gov.au family and community events.
The City also intends to continue addressing issues affecting
(Term expires 21 October 2023)
This exciting event provides activities and entertainment the community such as community safety, as well as
A: 4 /12 Tanunda Drive, Rivervale 6103
for children and I hope to see you at Garvey Park in Ascot delivering its usual range of services, programs and free
Cr Phil Marks was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 1999. He was elected Mayor in on Saturday, 13 February. events for our community to enjoy.
2011 and his term expires on 21 October 2023. Cr Phil Marks is a member of the following
committees/groups:
Due to COVID-19, this year the event is ticketed and As usual when working with other Government agencies on
• Aboriginal Advisory Group • M
etro Central Joint • S tanding Committee
• Belmont Trust Development Assessment (Community Vision) capacity reduced. So to accommodate as many community projects such as Redcliffe Station and the Tonkin Gap Project,
Panel (JDAP)
• B
elmont Retirement
• P
erth Airports
• S tanding Committee
(Environmental)
members across the day, the event will be divided into two we will continue to ensure the voices of our local residents
Villages Board of
Management (Inc) Municipalities • Swan River Trust sessions and when booking you will need to choose morning are represented.
Group Inc (PAMG)
• Executive Committee • W
A Local Government or afternoon to attend.
• Public Art Advisory Panel Association East Now Belmont Hub is open it will continue to be utilised as
• S tanding Committee
(Audit and Risk)
Metropolitan Zone SOUTH WARD: Kidz Fest is another free event proudly brought to you by cross-generational facility and focal point for our community
Cr Jenny Davis the City of Belmont and Lotterywest. providing innovative programs as it was intended.
Cr Margie Bass
P: 9478 1352
P: 9277 9504 Many people have asked what are my resolutions for 2021? I am looking forward to continuing to identify opportunities
M: 0413 579 390
M: 0423 768 760 These include continuing to identify and create opportunities and projects for our community’s benefit in 2021.
E: crdavis@belmont.wa.gov.au
E: crbass@belmont.wa.gov.au for everyone, and to consider the community’s needs in
(Term expires 16 October 2021)
(Term expires 21 October 2023) We will be keeping you informed about the progress of
A: 3 82 Belmont Avenue, Kewdale WA 6105 every decision we make as a Council.
A: 7 7 Keymer Street, Belmont 6104 these projects so make sure you read your Belmont
Cr Margie Bass was first elected to the City of Belmont Council in 1996 and served Cr Jenny Davis was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2017. Her term expires on The City recognises that sound financial management is Bulletins, the City’s website, online newsletters and the
until 2007. She was re-elected in 2011 and her term expires on 21 October 2023.
Cr Margie Bass is a member of the following committees/groups:
16 October 2021. Cr Jenny Davis is a member of the following committees/groups: one of the most important services that a local government City’s social media for updates during the year.
• A
ccess and Inclusion • Executive Committee • S tanding Committee
Advisory Group (Audit and Risk) can provide for its residents, business, property owners and
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Audit and Risk) • Public Art Advisory Panel I would like to wish everyone a happy and successful 2021
• Belmont Trust stakeholders, and is committed to Budgets that include
and look forward to catching up with you during the year
responsible planning for the future.
Cr Bernie Ryan Cr Janet Powell at our many community events.
M: 0418 941 328 P: 9277 3915 Our community and stakeholders can expect the usual high
M: 0407 277 391 quality engagement and consultation from the City in 2021 Cr Phil Marks
E: c rryan@belmont.wa.gov.au
(Term expires 16 October 2021) E: crpowell@belmont.wa.gov.au on a range of issues, projects and plans during the year. Mayor
(Term expires 16 October 2021)
A: 4 4 Lyall Street, Redcliffe 6104
A: 6 2 Treave Street, Cloverdale 6105
Get Ready for Kidz Fest
Cr Bernie Ryan was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2013. His term expires on
Cr Janet Powell was elected to the City of Belmont council in 2001. Her term expires on
16 October, 2021. Cr Bernie Ryan is a member of the following committees/groups:
16 October, 2021. Cr Janet Powell is a member of the following committees/groups:
• A
irport Consultative Environment • S tanding Committee (Environmental)
and Sustainability Group • Age Friendly Advisory • C
ultural Diversity • Executive Committee
at Garvey Park
• W
A Local Government Association Group Advisory Group
• Belmont Trust East Metropolitan Zone • S tanding Committee
• Belmont Trust • E astern Metropolitan (Community Vision)
• Standing Committee (Community Vision)
Regional Council
WEST WARD: Garvey Park at Fauntleroy Avenue, Ascot, turns into a fantasy land of fun at
Cr Steve Wolff
Cr George Sekulla JP the annual City of Belmont’s Kidz Fest on Saturday,13 February.
M: 0401 822 553
(Deputy Mayor)
E: crwolff@belmont.wa.gov.au Enjoy a jam packed event for the kids with a line-up of live entertainment,
M: 0431 963 660 (Term expires 21 October 2023) rides and much more!
E: crsekulla@belmont.wa.gov.au A: 244 Surrey Road, Kewdale 6105
(Term expires 16 October 2021) This is a ticketed event with reduced capacity and there will be a choice
A: P
O Box 1010 Cloverdale WA 6985 Cr Steve Wolff was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2007. His term expires on of two session times – 9am-12noon or 1pm-4pm to attend.
21 October 2023. Cr Steve Wolff is a member of the following committees/groups:
Cr George Sekulla was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2017 and elected as • Belmont Trust • Executive Committee
Deputy Mayor in 2019. His term expires on 16 October 2021. Cr George Sekulla is a Explore the entertainment and activities for children up to 14 years of age.
member of the following committees/groups: • E ast Metropolitan • S tanding Committee
Regional Council (Environmental) All activities, attractions and parking are FREE! There will also be a shuttle bus
• Aboriginal Advisory Group • Executive Committee • W
A Local Government
• B
elmont Sister City • Standing Committee Association East available from the City of Belmont Civic Centre at 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale.
Association (Inc) (Audit and Risk) Metropolitan Zone
• Belmont Trust
Cr Robert Rossi JP Skip the queue tokens will be available for some activities as part of this year’s event.
M: 0408 693 584
Cr Lauren Cayoun Food and beverages will be available for purchase on the day.
E: crrossi@belmont.wa.gov.au
P: 9361 0719 (Term expires 21 October 2023)
Kidz Fest is another free event proudly brought to you by the City of Belmont –
M: 0416 380 633 A: 9 Wheatley Street, Kewdale 6105 the City of Opportunity and supported by Lotterywest.
E: crcayoun@belmont.wa.gov.au
(Term expires 16 October 2021) Cr Robert Rossi was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2003. His term expires on
For more information contact the City’s Events Officer
21 October 2023. Cr Robert Rossi is a member of the following committees/groups:
A: 2 9 Surrey Road, Rivervale 6103 on 9477 7248 or visit the City’s website belmont.wa.gov.au
• Belmont Trust • M
etro Central Joint • W
A Local Government
Cr Lauren Cayoun was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2013. Her term expires • B
elmont Museum Development
Assessment Panel (JDAP)
Association Member
– National Trust of WA
for details.
on 16 October 2021. Cr Lauren Cayoun is a member of the following committees/groups: Advisory Group
• B
elmont Retirement • S tanding Committee
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Environmental) (Community Vision)
Villages Board of
Management (Inc)
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City of Belmont Art Awards Return in 2021
The City is pleased to announce the return of the City of Belmont Art Awards in 2021
including a $10,000 Acquisitive Award. Planning is well underway for the Awards to be
held in June 2021 with a new modernised format.
Artists from all mediums are encouraged to take part in the more traditional categories of CITY OF BELMONT
ART
Drawings and Paintings to Sculpture and Textiles, as well as New Media (film, installation art).
The Art Awards exhibition will be held at The Glasshouse (the City’s former Library)
building at 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale.
For more information contact the City’s Arts Development Officer on 9477 7457,
placemaking@belmont.wa.gov.au or visit belmont.wa.gov.au/artawards
AWARDS
Harmonise Festival 20 March
Celebrate Harmony Week at the City of Belmont’s Harmonise Concert on Saturday
20 March 2021 from 4:30pm-7:30pm at Faulkner Park, Cloverdale.
Harmony Week runs from 15 to 21 March every year and encourages everyone to
experience, explore and appreciate the City’s cultural, religious, linguistic and ethnic diversity.
Get together for a free event to celebrate the First Nations people, settled migrants
and our new arrivals to acknowledge and celebrate our cultural diversity.
There will be free entertainment and activities at the event and tickets must be
New Local Laws Introduced
booked to attend.
After an extensive review process over several years, the In the new Local Law, two new zones have been created to the
Food and refreshments will be available for purchase.
City’s new Consolidated Local Law 2020 came into force north and south of the Belmont Forum Shopping Precinct that
For more infomation contact the City’s Event Officer on 9477 7248 or visit the City’s at the end of January 2021. within these two zones shopping trolleys must be removed
website belmont.wa.gov.au for details. within three hours of notification.
Local laws govern activities on land that is owned or managed
by the City, as well as certain activities conducted on private Outside of these zones the current 24 hour notification and
Local Government land within the City.
These local laws have the status of legislation and are
pick up requirements still apply.
With fines doubling and the introduction of stricter controls,
Elections 2021 enforceable by the City. The City may authorise Officers to
enforce the local laws on its behalf.
it is hoped that shops and their contractors take greater
responsibility for their property so that the blight of shopping
trolleys on our streets stops. Report abandoned trolleys via
As part of the review several environmental related requests
Local Government Elections will be held on the third Saturday the Trolley Tracker or the Coles App.
and recommendations have been addressed particularly related
in October this year. to plants, trees and verge treatments.
The City of Belmont normally conducts elections via post and Parking Fines
they are overseen by the Western Australian Electoral
Commission. Postal voting packages are sent to the address
Verge Treatment As part of new laws, parking infringements have doubled from
on the electoral roll (Resident and the Non-Resident Owners $40 and $60, to $80 and $120 respectively, however they still
To allow sufficient space for trees and to promote green
and Occupiers) as at the formal close of the roll. As the City of Belmont has a ward system in place if you remain one of the lowest in comparison to other metropolitan
verges that are dominated by natural plantings, artificial turf is
reside within one ward of the City and are on the electoral local governments.
There are a number of ways you can make sure that you no longer permitted on verges and hard surface materials can
roll for that ward but own or lease property within another
are able to vote in the local government elections. only be installed on verges that have a greater than 12 metre The City of Belmont’s parking infringements had remained
ward you can still apply to be on the non-resident roll for
wide lot frontage or on very small verges with permission. unchanged since 2002 so the increase brings the City’s parking
that ward.
Residents This will not be applied retrospective. infringements more in line with the metropolitan average.
For example if you live in the East Ward but also own or
However, allowable plant height has increased and raised garden The City has observed an increase in errant parking in
If you live in the local government area of the City of Belmont lease a property in the West Ward – you can apply to be
beds can now be installed on verges, subject to approval. certain areas which has resulted in complaints from the
and you are on the State or Commonwealth electoral roll on the Owners and Occupiers roll for the West Ward.
community. It has been clear that warnings and the issuing
for that residential address you will automatically be on the All of these measures are consistent with the City’s vision
If the property is owned or leased by a corporation then of infringements were not acting as an adequate deterrent
roll regardless of whether you own or rent the property. to improve urban liveability and to increase tree canopy
the company must nominate a person (up to two) for so it is anticipated that the increase in penalty will go towards
This roll is maintained by the Western Australian Electoral cover in our streetscapes and local neighbourhoods.
voting purposes. Even if you are a director of the company addressing this issue.
Commission. Visit their website to check your enrolment the application must be completed formally nominating a
details at www.elections.wa.gov.au For more information visit belmont.wa.gov.au/local-laws
person to vote. Shopping Trolleys
Please contact the City’s Compliance Administrator at The new Consolidated Local Laws also provide increased
Non-Resident Owners and Occupiers belmont@belmont.wa.gov.au or phone 9477 7211 to penalties to shops should they fail to pick up trolleys after
check if you are on the owner and occupiers roll and that being notified by the City’s Rangers.
This roll is maintained by the City of Belmont and you must
contact details are correct, or visit the City’s website
apply through the City to be placed on this roll. It is not an
belmont.wa.gov.au/electoralroll and download the forms
automatic process and validity of the enrolment claim will
to complete or phone 9477 7211.
be required.
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Have an Issue On Your Mind?
What can we do to help?
In the first instance it is recommended to contact the City and an officer can respond to your query. This can be done by email,
phone, letter, or by attending the office. Another option is to come along to an Ordinary Council Meeting and raise your
issue(s)/concern(s) with the Council.
A time for public questions is included at the start of each Ordinary Council Meeting. Ordinary Council Meetings are
held in the Council Chamber of the City of Belmont Civic Centre, 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale, commencing at 7pm.
Access to the building is available from 6:45pm.
You can submit your question in writing by completing a Public Question Time Proforma and submit it via email to
belmont@belmont.wa.gov.au by 12 noon on the day of the meeting or bring it with you to the meeting.You must attend
the meeting in person for your question to be raised and responded to. If you do not attend, your question will be treated
as normal correspondence. Submit your questions with as much notice as possible.
Further information is available on the City of Belmont website belmont.wa.gov.au
Agenda Briefing Forum – Ordinary Council Meeting –
7pm Tuesday 7pm Tuesday
16 February 2021 23 February 2021
16 March 2021 23 March 2021
20 April 2021 27 April 2021
18 May 2021
15 June 2021
25 May 2021
22 June 2021
Pioneers Luncheon Success
20 July 2021 27 July 2021 Last year the City had to make a number of decisions to help deal with
COVID-19 which affected some events, functions and activities.
17 August 2021 24 August 2021
21 September 2021 28 September 2021 Our annual Pioneers Luncheon usually held in June was one of those functions
impacted and unfortunately had to be cancelled.
19 October 2021 26 October 2021
16 November 2021 23 November 2021 But with health restrictions eased the luncheon was able to be held in December
with 280 Pioneers and their guests attending.
7 December 2021 14 December 2021
The Pioneers luncheon is an opportunity to honour our early settlers and
pioneers and recognise their significant contribution to our community.
Annual Electors’ Meeting – 7pm Wednesday
15 December 2021
Parkrun Has Arrived in
the City of Belmont
The City now has its own regular parkrun event, which takes place at
Garvey Park. Parkrun events are free and occur weekly on a Saturday
morning commencing at 8am. Events are 5km in length and are
organised by a dedicated local volunteer event team.
Parkrun is a positive, welcoming and inclusive experience where
there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome
to come along, whether you walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. For
more information please visit the Garvey Park parkrun event page
www.parkrun.com.au/garveypark/
The City supported the establishment of Parkrun through financial
assistance.
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Maintenance
of City Trees
City trees are an asset to our community. They provide shade, an
attractive landscape, assist in improving air quality, cool the local
environment and contain conservation benefits. Unfortunately not
all residents value the City’s trees as a community asset and in
some instances have taken to deliberate acts of vandalism.
The Parks, Leisure & Environment Department wishes to remind
all residents that it is an offence to prune, damage or remove trees
located on Council property. Interfering with a City tree risks a fine
of $500 per offence or possible prosecution.
City trees located on the verge or in a park are managed by the
City of Belmont. Understanding when and why tree pruning is or is
not required is vital for the health of our trees. Incorrect pruning
of branches may actually make a tree less safe, increase the risk of
disease or decay and may cause the tree’s death. Where required,
Belmont Ballerz participants with Redback players. the City’s trees are pruned to arboricultural specifications to
manage risk and provide clearance from roads, footpaths and
Successful Year for City’s Community
overhead powerlines.
During January to May each year, the City conducts an annual
powerline pruning program, in line with Western Power’s clearance
Safety Alliance and Taskforce guidelines. Any other requests for tree pruning will be assessed by
the City and actioned as appropriate.
The City does not prune or remove trees based on natural factors,
The City is committed to improving community safety, that’s The success so far of the City supported Hip Hop Ed
such as leaf drop, flowers, nut drop, bark, sap or small branchlets.
why it initiated the Community Safety Taskforce and the program was on show at the City’s Kambarang Lounge
A quality gutter guard can successfully protect roof gutters from
Community Safety Alliance. event in November as part of the Let’s Celebrate Festival
leaf and nut drop.
when Jonas Gott ‘Big Son’ performed.
Through these groups, the City is empowering our
For further information on the maintenance of the City’s trees
community with helpful information, statistics, and advice Big Son, a Belmont City College student performed his
please contact the City’s Parks, Leisure and Environment
to share and help create a safer community for all. music for the first time in public at the event.
Department on 9477 7257.
Last year the City of Belmont welcomed the State Facilitated by Scott Griffiths ‘MC Optamus’ Hip Hop Ed
Government’s plan to regulate copper, similar to other is designed to utilise the therapeutic nature of music, the
metals like gold and silver.
This came as a result of the City’s Community Safety
positive outlet of energy, building self-esteem, and the
stimulation of the creative process to engage youth. On The Roads
Taskforce writing to Police Minister Michelle Roberts calling Optamus has been working with a very engaged group For a full list of all upcoming roads, drainage and footpath projects refer to the Roads and Roadworks page of our website at
on the Government to introduce new legislation to address of 10-15 students from Belmont City College to develop www.belmont.wa.gov.au/roadworks
the metal theft issue and the sale of scrap metal, after it their creative expression.
was identified as affecting the City of Belmont community. Road, Drainage and Footpath Works
The Hip Hop Ed program is funded by the City of Belmont
Location Section Description of Works
According to Police statistics, as at December 2020, and WA Police Grants.
Abernethy Road Wright Street to Fulham Street Asphalt overlay
overall crime was down 46% in the Belmont Police District
compared to the same time last year – that is more Abernethy Road Keane Street to Gabriel Street Asphalt overlay
than 1000 offences less in the district. Field Avenue Epsom Avenue to Lintonmarc Drive Asphalt overlay
Faulkner Park Belmont Oasis entrance to skate park Upgrade footpath
The community is reminded that if you see something to Mort Street Campbell Street to Roberts Road Upgrade footpath
please report it – no matter how minor you may think it is. Bike Path Robinson Avenue to Belmont Avenue Upgrade footpath
Last year the City supported Belmont Ballerz which Knutsford Avenue Keane Street to Willow Lake Park Construction of new footpath
encouraged youth aged 12-16 to join in social street Kooyong Road Macey Close to Francisco Street Upgrade of existing footpath
basketball on Friday nights and it will continue Term 1 2021.
Abernethy Road rehabilitation works
Youth were able to work on their basketballs skills with
Redback players, use the chill out zone to hang out with During the Abernethy Road rehabilitation projects the Keane Street to Gabriel Street – commencing
the City of Belmont Youth Services team and enjoy food City and its contractors will aim to minimise disruption Tuesday 16 March 2021
from Belmont Forum. to all stakeholders during the works and have arranged These involve weekday and weekend works.
scheduling as follows;
This City of Belmont initiative was developed thanks to grant Affected owners, residents and business operators will
funding from WA Police and is delivered in partnership with Wright Street to Fulham Street – commencing receive further information in writing in the coming weeks.
City of Belmont Youth Services,YMCA WA, Belmont Forum, MC Optamus and Big Son perform at the City’s Let’s Saturday 6 February 2021
Perth Redbacks and WA Police Force. Until then enquiries can be made by contacting the City
Celebrate Festival. These involve weekdays, weekend and some night works.
on 9477 7222.
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Course City’s Strong Connections with
Do you notice changes in behaviour or are not sure if the
young people around you are feeling overwhelmed, not coping,
• Mental health crises (panic attacks, traumatic events,
suicidal thoughts, aggressive behaviours etc.)
Seniors and People with Disability
feeling angry, sad, lost or experiencing a sudden range of
• What sort of help is effective and who to contact The City’s All Abilities Fun Fest held at The Glasshouse in
emotions? Would you like to be able to know how you can
This is a 14-hour course which teaches adults how to December celebrated the International Day of People with
best support the person you care for or work with?
provide Mental Health First Aid to adolescents and young Disability - Not All Disabilities are Visible.
This course is only available for teachers, parents or anyone
adults. Course participants receive a copy of the Youth More than 100 participants attended the three day event which
working or living with young people (aged 12-25 years) and
MHFA Manual to keep and a Certificate of Completion. involved small activity workshops including a talent show,
can commit to attending the two full day sessions. Numbers
Cost*: $20 trishaw rides and a planting demonstration by students of
are limited to a maximum of 22 participants for this two day
Belmont City College.
course. Refreshments and lunch provided. Venue: Rivervale Community Centre Meeting Room 2/3
The City launched its ACROD Parking Campaign - ‘This Bay
Come and learn about: When: Saturday 20 and 27 February 2021, 8.30am - 4pm Is Someone’s Day’! in partnership with the National Disability
• Mental health and the importance of early intervention RSVP: This is a ticketed event, register at youth- Service; the City’s Access and Inclusion Advisory Group and
• S igns and symptoms of mental health challenges (anxiety, mental-first-aid.eventbrite.com.au alongside 24 local governments in WA.The campaign encourages
depression, disorders, psychosis, substance use problems) *All prices include GST, and tickets are non-refundable. the community to ‘do the right thing’ when it comes to
ACROD Parking (otherwise known as accessible parking).
Seniors
City Celebrates its Volunteers To recognise the diversity and contribution of Seniors, in 2020
the City held six small social events within the six suburbs of
Despite last year’s events the City continued with its commitment and Belmont, to engage and connect seniors with their local The Memory Café continues to meet monthly in a local café
investment in volunteering through the Volunteer e-Hub, Step into Volunteering counterparts. and provides a meeting place for people living with or carers
sessions and a pop up Volunteer centre; resulting in 171 residents linked to of people with dementia.
local volunteering opportunities. Eighty three regular volunteers supported In 2020 more than 200 participants attended the events
the work of local council and additionally 17 volunteers supported our local which encouraged connections between community members, As a part of the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic,
Events. The City’s Volunteers were recognised by celebrations through local organisations and businesses, which was particularly a Belmont Community Care Team was established which
National Volunteer Week, International Volunteer Day and volunteer outings. important during the pandemic. consisted of Community Development staff. The Team
contacted more than 3600 (95% of the City’s Seniors
The City paid tribute to its amazing volunteers in recognition of International The City, with the support of regular volunteers assists
population) via phone, text and SMS. The ‘community check
Volunteer Day in December. Dianne Dettlinger was recognised for 10 years’ seniors develop the skills and confidence they need to use
in’ to Seniors, who were identified as high risk during the
service, Robert Bradshaw and Pam Hollings for 20 years’ service, and Jeanette technology such as computers, tablets and smart phones.
pandemic, was well received by the community.
Volunteers Dianne Dettlinger, Pam Hollings, Bradshaw was recognised for an incredible 45 years of contributing to the The ‘Tech Savvy’ Connect Club sessions are held fortnightly
City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks, Jeanette local community. For more information visit belmont.wa.gov.au/community
with more than 10 participants attending each session.
and Robert Bradshaw.
To find out more about volunteering visit belmont.wa.gov.au/volunteering
Jupp Lane Offically Your Neighbour
Launched at Kambarang Community Grant
Kambarang Festival – a celebration of Kambarang Season was held The City offers a Your Neighbour Community Grant initiative
with a street party at Wilson Park in November as part of the City’s which is available for residents.Your Neighbour is a small
Let’s Celebrate Festival with live entertainment, activities and market grant (up to the value of $250) that can be used by residents
stalls. The Jupp Lane Six Seasons mural was also officially launched. to hold small gatherings with their immediate neighbours.
In 2020 two cultural walking tours were offered to community The main aim is to encourage neighbours to build better
members to learn about Aboriginal culture, heritage and connection relationships with the people who live around them.
to land with Greg Nannup. The tour visited areas of significance Whether it be through a cuppa, a picnic or a barbecue, the
including Tomato Lake and Bilya Kard Boodja Lookout. Your Neighbour Community Grant is a great incentive to get
The annual Flag Raising Ceremony held during NAIDOC Week to know your neighbours.
and included the presentation of two Community NAIDOC Awards. The Your Neighbour Grant Application Form detailing eligibility
The two winners were Tamara Parker and Ann Hawke. criteria can be found on the City’s website under the Helping
Nyoongar Outreach Services continue to work with the City to our community section and the Community led initiatives page.
engage with the local community and with street present Aboriginal If you have any questions regarding your application,
people to identify, and build trust with, people who may need contact Placemaking on 9477 7249 or email
support or resources. City of Belmont Cr Robert Rossi, mural artist Shane Hansen
placemaking@belmont.wa.gov.au for more information.
and City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks at the Jupp Lane
Mural opening.
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City Major Sponsor of Immunisation Clinics
Belmont & Western The Department of Health provides immunisation to all children from six weeks to four years of age. Vaccinations are given in
accordance with the current National Schedule.
Australia Small Business Clinics are generally held twice a month between 9:30am and 2:15pm at Belmont Resource Centre 39 Elizabeth Street, Cloverdale.
Awards 2020
An appointment is required. Contact the Immunisation Booking Line on 6151 1308.
Time: 9:30am – 2:15pm
Businesses from Belmont excelled at the Belmont & Western Australia Day: Thursdays
Small Business Awards 2020 annual event held on 26 November last year. Dates: 11 & 25 February, 11 & 25 March, 8 & 22 April, 13 & 27 May
The City of Belmont is a major sponsor of the awards and also sponsors 10 & 24 June, 8 & 22 July, 12 & 26 August, 9 & 23 September
the Best New Business Award that was awarded to Rivervale-based 14 & 28 October, 11 & 25 November, 9 December
Helping Solutions.
Location: Belmont Resource Centre
Helping Solutions is a NDIS provider that aims to create an environment
that improves liveability and promotes the wellbeing and sustainable 39 Elizabeth Street, Cloverdale
independent living of people with disabilities in the best possible manner. For information about your child’s immunisation status, contact Medicare’s
For more information visit Helping Solutions at helpingsolutions.com.au Immunisation Register on 1800 653 809 or refer to the Australian
Childhood Immunisation Register page at www.humanservices.gov.au.
Other Belmont based businesses award recipients included:
To make an appointment or to request further information, please contact
• Best Retail Business to Equinox Beauty and Cosmetic Clinic the Immunisation Booking Hotline on 6151 1308 on weekdays between
• Indigenous Business Of The Year Award to Marks Haulage 9am and 4pm.
• Business Person of the Year to Strike Training and Consulting
• Enterprise of the Year to Jasmat Steel Fabrications
entor Award to Maxima Joblink
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• Judges Award to The Coffee Club Belmont Belmont Senior Citizens
• Fashion Industry Award to CIZZY Bridal Australia
• S pirit of Australia Award to MAXIpickers Club 50th Milestone
ommunity Spirit and Volunteer of the Year Award to SecondBite
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Eighty five members of Belmont Senior Citizens Club celebrated
• Volunteer of the Year Award to SecondBite the club’s 50th Birthday at their Christmas party in December
City of Belmont Deputy Mayor Cr George Sekulla with
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arjorie Charleson WA Racing Industry Award to Councillor last year.
Best New Business Award winner Helping Solutions
Bernard Ryan. Omair Chodhry. City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks was on hand to present
the club with a gift to mark the special occasion.
Club president Lucy Taylor welcomed Mayor Marks
and thanked the City of Belmont for their $5000 grant
The Artist’s Place
which went towards purchasing a new commercial fridge
for their new premises in Belmont Hub.
For more information about the club phone 9478 1808
Come and check out the arts and craft wares on Belmont Senior Citizens Club president Lucy Taylor and Bingo Manager or email belmsenmer@gmail.com
display at The Artist’s Place located in the Library Heather Pratt with City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks.
Shop at Belmont Hub.
The City is proud to support and promote local
artists by showcasing their arts and craft wares for
sale in The Artist’s Place. Come along to meet some Clean Up Australia Day – Sunday 7 March
of our talented local artists in residence who will be
creating works in The Artist’s Place during February Every year, hundreds of thousands of Australians assist For more information or to register your
2021. in cleaning up their local environment by collecting and interest, visit the Keep Australia Beautiful
removing rubbish on Clean Up Australia Day. WA website at www.kabc.wa.gov.au, email
Also be sure to view more local artwork displayed on
adoptaspot@kabc.wa.gov.au or phone 6467 5339.
the first floor of the Library during February 2021. Find a site near you at www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/join.
For more information contact the Placemaking Team Those who wish to contribute on an ongoing basis are
on 9477 7184 or placemaking@belmont.wa.gov.au. encouraged to register through Keep Australia Beautiful’s
“Adopt a Spot” programme. This program offers an opportunity
Visit helping solutions at helpingsolutions.com.au
to get involved in your community, meet new people, get
physically active and help keep your part of the City of Belmont
and WA litter-free.
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Ruth Faulkner Library Crafternoon: Get Scrap Happy
at Belmont Hub
Date: Sunday, 20 February 2021
Time: 12noon–1:30pm
For adults
Find Your Passion at the Library Get scrap happy and learn how to make fabric beads! Indulge your love
of unusual jewellery and create light weight beads out of scraps of fabric.
Are you looking for a supportive writers’ group, to practice This workshop will teach you the basics of this environmentally friendly
your English, a ukulele jam band, a knitting group, someone to craft and is perfect for all skill levels.
play board games with or inspiration to learn something new
about the world? You’ll find all that and more at your library.
Visit the City’s website and search ‘adult programs’ to discover From Technocrat to Leader:
friends, fun and inspiration at the new Belmont Hub.
the Importance of Leadership,
Trust and Care
Got Our app? Then You’ve Always got Date: Sunday, 21 February 2021
Your Library Card! Time: 2:30pm–3:30pm
You might leave your library card at home but how often do you forget In his book From Technocrat to Leader, Donald Gordon
your phone? Download the Ruth Faulkner Library and Belmont Museum explains the difference between technical skills and people
app and you can use your phone as a virtual library card. skills, and highlights how the ability to build trust, the capacity
Families and couples can even link multiple cards to the one phone. to develop an effective workplace culture and being able to
Never forget your library card again! You can also manage your account, empower others is central to becoming a great leader.
find eResources, renew and reserve items, search the catalogue and more. This is an author talk with a difference as Don Gordon gives practical, actionable advice for those on the path to leadership.
To download our free app, visit Google Play or the App Store and search Don Gordon is a speaker, author, mentor and consultant. His talk will be peppered with examples and anecdotes from his
for Ruth Faulkner Library. career spanning numerous senior roles and five countries.
Not Sure What to Read Next?
Looking for your next great read? Want to find more authors like your favourites? NoveList Plus
Curious Kids: Wild Weather
has all your reading answers. Find books that match your interests, read-alikes for your Date: 17 March 2021
favourite titles and authors, or ready-made book lists in your favourite genres. Time: 3:30pm to 4:30pm
With NoveList Plus you’ll fill up your to-be-read list in no time! Download the Ruth Faulkner For children 4 to 7 years
Library app and check out our reader’s advisory section.
Curious Kids encourages younger children to think scientifically and helps them
to explore the world. This month we will look at the science of weather as
children create their very own storm in a jar.
Meeting Rooms and Study Spaces
Did you know that the Ruth Faulkner Library has meeting rooms for hire?
Our meeting room spaces can accommodate a range of group sizes from
2 to 36 people and are suitable for both commercial and community use. Stories with My Family
Each room features comfortable smart furniture with inbuilt connectivity Date: Saturdays
for easy BYOD support, free Wi-Fi access and casting to a digital screen
Time: 10:30am–11am
as standard. Smaller rooms can be hired by students for group projects
or study sessions at only $5 per hour – with your first hour free! For children from birth to 6 years
For more information, email libraryandmuseum@belmont.wa.gov.au Looking for something to do as a family with your little ones? Enjoy an interactive story time session with engaging rhymes,
or book a room at belmont.wa.gov.au/hubmeetingrooms stories, crafts and activities. What a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys of reading!
Belmont Interest Group: Bollywood Bright Bi-lingual Story Times
and Bold Date: Tuesdays in March
Date: Monday, 8 March 2021 Time: 10:30am–11am
Time: 2pm–3pm For children 2 to 5 years
For adults Our wonderful children’s presenters are celebrating Harmony Week all throughout March! During story time
Experience a colourful and energetic cultural performance from the we will welcome a visitor who will teach us a song, tell us a story and teach us to count in their language.
Bollywood Dance School performers. Discover the origins of this dance style
and try your hand at some traditional moves. Bollywood dancing is about
letting go of your inhibitions and giving into something that is larger than life! Bookings are essential. Visit belmont.wa.gov.au/librarymuseumevents
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Belmont Museum City Plays Vital Role Supporting
at Belmont Hub Our Children and Youth
Belmont Museum Guided Tours
Last year was a challenging year for everyone, particularly for young people.
Date: Mondays, 4pm and Thursdays, 10:30am It was more important than ever to let young people know they are not
For curious people of all ages alone and the City has worked hard to remain connected with them.
The Belmont Museum provides interactive tours with The Base @ Belmont continued to provide support for young people in
passionate and knowledgeable volunteer guides to help 2020 through case management, the delivery of boredom buster packs,
you explore our museum collection. Take an in-depth care packages and letters to young people, which was meaningful during
look at the history of Belmont and discover through the COVID-19 lockdown.Youth services staff quickly adapted and
behind-the-scenes stories how your new Museum moved programs and engagement to online platforms which not only
evolved into the purpose designed and built space it provided young people with continued support, information and
is today. Tours are free, but bookings are essential. activities but enabled young people to stay connected with all of the
City’s youth services.
King of the Hill, the City’s annual skate and scooter competition was
Heinous History: International Women’s Day run as scheduled on March 14. The event was a success and occurred
prior to the COVID-19 restrictions. The event attracted approximately
Date: Sunday, 14 March 2021 120 spectators and participants and was an excellent vehicle for positive
Time: 2pm–3pm mental health messaging to the youth community of Belmont.
For children 8 to 13 years As part of Children’s Week in October, the City held the Belmont Early
Learn about women’s history and the fight for equal rights. Explore some of the Years Network’s Children’s Week Play Date at Forster Park Community
ridiculous things women were expected to do for beauty and experiment with Centre. This event had representatives from many organisations who
some wacky (and seriously disgusting) hair care. supplied information to parents and activities for children. Child Protection
workshops and educational resources were offered online to Community
members and schools throughout 2020.
Heinous History: the Languages of Love School Leadership meetings, Belmont Sister City Association and Belmont
Early Years Group meetings occurred in various formats throughout 2020,
Date: Sunday, 14 February 2021
as the City maintained its commitment to the community and stakeholders.
Time: 2pm–3pm
For children 8 to 13 years
Our Achievements in 2020:
Did ancient Egyptians go on picnics when they dated? What do you give your ancient Chinese boyfriend when he goes to war?
Can you tell someone you love them with a fan? Learn about love languages throughout the ages and decorate a fan to send
your crush (or your mates) secret messages with. contacts delivered
Bookings are essential visit belmont.wa.gov.au/librarymuseumevents 9,173 with young
people
more than
31 trips and
excursions
City Views Redcliffe provided
Station Progress delivered over 16 targeted hosted the
345 recreational workshops to 2020 Youth
activities engage boys Green Award
City of Belmont Mayor Cr Phil Marks, Chief Executive Officer John Christie and girls
and Director Infrastructure Services Melanie Reid visited the Redcliffe Station
construction site in November to view the station progress. supported four
provided over young people
delivered Drumbeat
The 12m-deep underground station is being built at the junction of Brearley 52 workshops and Positive Choices
Avenue and Dunreath Drive and will be used by local residents, workers with student
online and placements at
programs at Belmont
and visitors to the area. face to face City College
the Base
Several milestones for the METRONET Forrestfield-Airport Link project
were achieved last year with the end of tunnelling in April and the start of
track laying in July. delivered one supported more than
conducted community 31 young people with
The focus now is on track laying and completion of the three new stations outreach in the event for one to one case
at Redcliffe, Airport Central and High Wycombe. Current activity around community more Mental Health management support
the Redcliffe Station site includes the completion of the above-ground roof than 99 times Week
structure and installation of the green roof sheeting and skylights.
The Airport Line is due to open in late 2021 and will provide a 15-minute Fore more information about the City’s youth services visit belmont.wa.gov.au/communitygroups
journey to the Perth CBD.
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belmontcouncilwa and share your snaps with #celebratebelmont. To feature in the
next edition of Belmont Bulletin hashtag your snaps with #celebratebelmont.
Sporting Donations Available
The City of Belmont offers sporting and cultural donations To apply for a sporting or cultural donation, you need to
to support members of the community who have been provide a letter of selection from your state or national
@Aliciamunchow @emilymitchell1990
successful in representing their field of excellence on organisation along with proof of residence with your
behalf of Western Australia or Australia in a sporting completed application form.
or cultural activity.
Please read the Sporting Donation Terms and Conditions
These donations are designed to help with the costs of before completing the Application for Sporting Donation
travel, fees and other costs, up to: Form. If successful in receiving a donation, applicants will
• a maximum of $400 per person travelling interstate per need to complete and submit a Sporting and Cultural
year; or Donation Acquittal Form within 4 weeks after the event.
• a maximum of $800 per person travelling internationally For further information contact the City’s Leisure Services
per year. on 9477 7454 or email recreation@belmont.wa.gov.au
Belmont Foreshore @nonismk @perth_mama_kat @b00nta
Play Trail
Be active, have fun and learn together by taking part in the Belmont
Foreshore Play Trail.
Follow the Play Trail around the foreshore of the Swan River (Derbal
Yerrigan) and experience some of the cultural significance of our
beautiful riverways.
Visit each of the 10 locations on the Play Trail to learn more about
them and complete the challenges to earn points on the leaderboard.
@dramc.cities @vanillacamila_ @belmontcommunitygrowers
Scan the QR codes to download the free app and get started.
Playtrail Android Playtrail iOS
@Zoepollard_ @hey.honeybunny
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CITY OF BELMONT’S
KIDZ FEST 2021!
Saturday, 13 February 2021
9am to 4pm
at Garvey Park, Ascot
FREE,
TICKETED
EVENT
A FESTIVAL TO EXCITE EVERY KID’S IMAGINATION WITH A
SPECTACULAR LINE UP OF LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, HAVE-A-GO
SPORTS, CUDDLY ANIMALS, RIDES AND MUCH MORE.
Choose from two sessions 9am to 12pm or 1pm to 4pm. Use tokens provided
to skip the queue. Visit belmont.wa.gov.au to keep up to date with the
latest event information.
Food and refreshments available for purchase.
This smoke and alcohol free event is proudly @BelmontCouncil
brought to you by the City of Belmont – the City of
Opportunity. TravelSmart – why not cycle, walk or BelmontCouncilWA
take public transport? Shuttle bus service available.
Thank you to our event sponsor. BelmontCouncilWA
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