BELMONT BULLETIN ISSUE THREE, MAY 2020 - City of Belmont
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BELMONT
BULLETIN
I S S U E T H R E E , M AY 2 0 2 0
IN THIS ISSUE
• City’s Support During COVID-19
• Financial Relief Package
• New Online Programs
C reating opportunities
MEET YOUR COUNCILLORS
East Ward Cr Bernie RYAN
Cr Phil MARKS – MAYOR 0418 941 328
9277 4919 0417 998 229 crryan@belmont.wa.gov.au
crmarks@belmont.wa.gov.au 44 Lyall Street, Redcliffe 6104
Cr Bernie Ryan was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2013.
4/12 Tanunda Drive, Rivervale 6103
His term expires on 16 October, 2021.
Cr Phil Marks was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 1999. Cr Bernie Ryan is a member of the following committees/groups:
He was elected Mayor in 2011 and his term expires on 21 October 2023. • Airport Consultative Environment and Sustainability Group
Cr Phil Marks is a member of the following committees/groups: • Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Community Vision)
• Standing Committee (Environmental)
• Aboriginal Advisory Group • Public Art Advisory Panel • WA Local Government Association East Metropolitan Zone
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Audit and Risk)
• B elmont Retirement Villages Board • Standing Committee
of Management (Inc) (Community Vision) Cr Margie BASS
• Executive Committee • Standing Committee (Environmental)
• M etro Central Joint Development • Swan River Trust 9277 9504 0423 768 760
Assessment Panel (JDAP) • WA Local Government Association
• P erth Airports Municipalities East Metropolitan Zone crbass@belmont.wa.gov.au
Group Inc (PAMG)
77 Keymer Street, Belmont 6104
Cr Margie Bass was first elected to the City of Belmont
West Ward Council in 1996 and served until 2007. She was re-elected in 2011 and her
term expires on 21 October 2023.
Cr Robert ROSSI, JP Cr Margie Bass is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Audit and Risk)
0408 693 584
crrossi@belmont.wa.gov.au South Ward
9 Wheatley Street, Kewdale 6105
Cr Janet POWELL
Cr Robert Rossi was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2003. His
term expires on 21 October 2023. 9277 3915 0407 277 391
Cr Robert Rossi is a member of the following committees/groups:
crpowell@belmont.wa.gov.au
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee
• Belmont Museum Advisory Group (Community Vision) 62 Treave Street, Cloverdale 6105
• B elmont Retirement Villages • WA Local Government Association
Cr Janet Powell was elected to the City of Belmont council in 2001.
Board of Management (Inc) Member – National Trust of WA
Her term expires on 16 October, 2021.
• M etro Central Joint Development
Assessment Panel (JDAP) Cr Janet Powell is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Age Friendly Advisory Group •
Standing Committee
Cr Lauren CAYOUN • Belmont Trust
• Cultural Diversity Advisory Group
(Community Vision)
• Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council
9361 0719 0416 380 633
• Executive Committee
crcayoun@belmont.wa.gov.au
Cr Jenny DAVIS
29 Surrey Road, Rivervale 6103
Cr Lauren Cayoun was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2013. 9478 1352 0413 579 390
Her term expires on 16 October 2021.
CrDavis@belmont.wa.gov.au
Cr Lauren Cayoun is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Environmental) 382 Belmont Avenue, Kewdale WA 6105
Cr Jenny Davis was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2017.
Cr George Sekulla, JP – Her term expires on 16 October 2021.
DEPUTY MAYOR Cr Jenny Davis is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Access and Inclusion Advisory Group • Public Art Advisory Panel
0431 963 660 • Belmont Trust • Standing Committee (Audit and Risk)
• Executive Committee
CrSekulla@belmont.wa.gov.au
PO Box 1010 Cloverdale WA 6985 Cr Steve WOLFF
Cr George Sekulla was elected to the City of Belmont Council
in 2017 and elected as Deputy Mayor in 2019. His term expires 0401 822 553
on 16 October 2021.
crwolff@belmont.wa.gov.au
Cr George Sekulla is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Aboriginal Advisory Group • Standing Committee (Audit and Risk) 244 Surrey Road, Kewdale 6105
• Belmont Sister City Association (Inc) • WA Local Government Association Cr Steve Wolff was elected to the City of Belmont Council in 2007. His term
• Belmont Trust East Metropolitan Zone expires on 21 October 2023.
• Executive Committee Cr Steve Wolff is a member of the following committees/groups:
• Belmont Trust • Standing Committee
• East Metropolitan Regional Council (Environmental)
• Executive Committee
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OPPORTUNITY NEWS
MAYOR’S MESSAGE
The past few months have been a challenging time for our community.
COVID-19 has had an impact on all of our lives in one way or another.
It is potentially the biggest challenge our City clubs in light of COVID-19, many of which will the library’s available online resources, how
has faced, and we want the people of Belmont take effect immediately. to access emergency relief, physical and online
to know that we are doing whatever we can to safety, as well as a list of community initiatives
assist the community. In considering our commitment to deliver a zero you can get involved in at home.
per cent rate increase for our community, not
At the April Ordinary Council Meeting, Council only did we want to provide support now, we To find out more refer to the Community and
unanimously voted in support of a zero per also wanted to ensure we are in the best position Economic Development pages in this edition of
cent increase in rate revenue for the 2020-2021 to support the community in the future. the Belmont Bulletin.
financial year.
Council also voted in favour of adopting a We believe we have taken a measured approach
While we are committed to a zero per cent Hardship Relief Policy, a 5% reduction of the to helping our community through this
increase in rate revenue, unfortunately the State Sanitation Service fees, waiving Rates Penalty challenging time.
Government has refused to defer the Gross Interest for the balance of 2019-2020, freezing
Rental Value revaluation scheduled for this year. To read more about Council’s decisions, and
the rates instalment fee, instalment interest,
to keep up-to-date with the City’s response to
penalty interest and alternative arrangement fee
This is likely to result in some ratepayers COVID-19 and its impacts, visit the City’s website
at 2019-2020 values for 2020-2021.
receiving varying degrees of increased or www.belmont.wa.gov.au and follow our social
decreased rates for 2020-21, which is clearly We have also launched #BeConnectedBelmont media channels including Facebook and Twitter.
unsatisfactory, but also unavoidable. - a centralised digital hub containing information
Remember we are all in this together, please
about City of Belmont service changes and
Councillors also voted in favour of a raft of stay safe.
initiatives related to the impacts of COVID-19.
additional financial assistance measures aimed
at alleviating some of the financial burden being On the digital hub you can find information Cr Phil Marks
faced by residents, business and sporting or local related to business support, how to volunteer, Mayor
COVID-19 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE MEASURES:
0% increase in rate revenue for 2020-2021 Online Literacy Programs to be created
Hardship Relief Policy Assistance for clubs determined on an individual basis
5% Reduction Sanitation Service fees for 2020-2021 5% discount for full payment of rates by due date 2020-21
Waiving rates penalty interest for balance of 2019-2020 Credit Card Merchant Service Fee only charged for transactions
of $100,000 and above
Freezing
Rates Instalment Fee, instalment interest, penalty
interest and alternative arrangement fee at 2019-2020 values Waiver
of rent charges on Council leased properties to 30
for 2020-2021 September 2020 if affected by COVID-19
City of Belmont Community Care Hotline launched Funding for Small Business Advisory Services and Not-for-profit
Support Program Grants
Delegate
authority to CEO to waive some Planning, Building,
Health and Animal Registration fees until 30 June 2021 Freezing
of club and active reserves rental and facility hire fees at
2019-20 values for 2020-21
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BELMONT HUB -
COMMUNITY CENTRE
UPDATE
While the City’s new community centre, Belmont Hub at 213 Wright
Street in the Faulkner Park Precinct, looks complete from the street
level, there is still a long way to go before it can open to the public later
this year.
Once the landscaping and paving works around Belmont Hub and the
Civic Centre are complete, work on the internal fit out of the building
will be undertaken.
This community-focused building is supported with significant grant
funding from the Commonwealth and State amounting to approximately Exterior view from Wright Street
$13.7m.
The larger library, digital hub, senior citizens club, enhanced museum, a
creche and cafe will reflect a modern, user-friendly facility intended for
the community to access.
Other works progressing are the office spaces on the upper floor
intended for community service organisations.
Occupancy of the building is expected in the later part of 2020.
The existing Civic Centre will continue to house the administration
offices and staff of the City of Belmont.
Should you have any queries please contact the City of Belmont on 9477
7222 or email communitycentre@belmont.wa.gov.au
Robinson Avenue side The Plaza Interior of the Belmont Hub
Office space for community service
Night shot of entry to Belmont Hub organisations to be fitted out
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CALL OUT FOR LOCAL ARTISTS
Planned within the new Ruth Faulkner Library at Belmont Hub will be a retail store, known as the Library Shop, which will sell affordable art and craft
sourced from the local community.
The City of Belmont is keen to support its talented local arts community by purchasing their original and unique small art and craft items for the shop
and is keen to hear from existing and emerging artists.
To register your interest in selling your handmade items contact the Placemaking team at Placemaking@belmont.wa.gov.au to find out more.
More information is also available on the City’s website.
DESIGN REVIEW
PANEL - A FIRST FOR
CITY OF BELMONT
The City of Belmont welcomed members of its inaugural Design
Review Panel (DRP) in early March.
The DRP has been formed to provide independent expert advice
to the City’s Council, administration, and applicants on the design
and planning of specified development proposals prior to the
submission of a Development Application.
This includes, but is not limited to advice on, architecture,
urban design, amenity, landscape architecture, environmental
sustainability, character and heritage.
Members of the Design Review Panel with the City’s Manager Planning
The DRP’s aim is to facilitate an improvement in urban design Services; from left-right: Peter Damen (Transport Engineering), Emma Williamson
(Architecture, Chair of the DRP), Stephen Carrick (Heritage), Malcolm Mackay (Urban
and the quality of the built environment within the City of Design), Wilmot Loh (Manager Planning Services), Gil Alexander (Civil Engineering),
Belmont through the provision of information, expert advice and Jane Wetherall (Architecture), Lonathan Lake (Architecture). Absent: Graham Agar
recommendations. (Sustainability/Engineering), and Tony Blackwell (Landscape Architecture).
The DRP is scheduled to meet fortnightly on an ‘as needs’ basis.
The establishment of a Design Review Panel is confirmation of
The meeting is not open for the public to attend, but structured
our continued commitment to design quality as an important
to provide independent technical direction for developers to
consideration in planning within the City of Belmont.
achieve high quality design outcomes.
To find out more, visit the City’s website.
The DRP is to provide professional and technical advice, in a non-
adversarial and informal manner but will not make decisions on or
approve applications.
ON THE ROADS
Here you can find a list of the current and upcoming road, drainage and footpath works within the City of Belmont. Find out
what is happening and where.
ROAD, DRAINAGE AND FOOTPATH WORKS
Location Section Description of Works
Asphalt overlay and landscaping improvements –
Belmont Avenue Campbell Street to Great Eastern Highway
Stage 3 and 4
Coolgardie Avenue to Hay Road and Great Eastern
Tibradden Circle Asphalt overlay and drainage works
Highway
Help us to improve our services by providing feedback. Share your comments, suggestions and report problems spotted via our website
www.belmont.wa.gov.au or call the Works Department of 9477 7118.
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ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
THE CITY OF BELMONT IS HERE TO HELP
The City of Belmont has established a Community Care Team to If you know someone who you think might need to or is looking to
support our community. link with available services and support please let us know.
A dedicated team has been created for those community members
9477 7148
looking to link with available services and support.
If you are in need of assistance due to COVID-19, please call our new 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Hotline or you can complete an online form on Belmont Connect
community.care@belmont.wa.gov.au
and we will contact you.
COMMONWEALTH AND STATE
GOVERNMENT SUPPORT
The Australian Federal Government has announced various support initiatives to provide assistance to businesses in order to keep Australians
in work and businesses in business and to support the economy to keep small businesses viable though the challenges of the coronavirus.
For more information on available Federal Government support please visit the following link:
www.business.gov.au/risk-management/emergency-management/coronavirus-information-and-support-for-business
Fact Sheets for cash flow support for small and medium businesses, temporary relief for financially distressed businesses and supporting
businesses to retain jobs are available by accessing the following link: www.treasury.gov.au/coronavirus/businesses
STATE GOVERNMENT RELIEF FOR
BUSINESSES AND HOUSEHOLDS
State Government has introduced measures to provide relief to Western Australian small businesses, households and seniors to support
the local economy in responding with COVID-19:
www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-the-premier-and-cabinet/covid-19-coronavirus-business-and-industry-advice
Additional State Government relief information is included under the following link: www.wa.gov.au/government/announcements
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SUPPORT FOR THOSE
IN NEED
As people adjust to this new temporary way of living, there are services that may be useful to you at this
time. We have provided a range of contact details in the following pages however please phone the City of
Belmont’s Hotline on 9477 7148 if you need more information.
Access good quality information
With so much information circulating about coronavirus, it is • COVID19 Health Hotline 1326 843
important to get accurate information from credible sources.
• COVIDSafe app
These include:
• Health Direct - www.healthdirect.gov.au
• Australian Government www.health.gov.au/ or download the
Health Direct has also developed a COVID-19 Symptom
Coronavirus Australia app
Checker – an online, self-guided tool to help people find out if
• www.healthywa.wa.gov.au they need to seek medical help.
Translated Community Support
Accurate COVID-19 Translated Information Sources: You can also find further translation support here:
• www.omi.wa.gov.au/Resources/News/Pages/COVID-19- - SBS Multilingual portal www.sbs.com.au/language/coronavirus
information-in-your-language.aspx -E
thno Link Languages Resources: www.ethnolink.com.au/
covid-19-coronavirus-translated-resources/
- Migration Council Australia app: MyAus COVID19
Organisations:
• Multicultural Futures is a dynamic, charitable organisation • The Multicultural Communities Council of Western Australia
that has built decades of experience, working in partnership is a Perth-based Multicultural Service Provider that delivers
with government and other service providers to support services for people from multicultural communities and
migrants and refugees as they build a new life in Australia. advocates for the rights and interests of people from
culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) background
- Website: www.multiculturalfutures.org.au
-M
y Health and Wellbeing (including mental health access www.mccwa.org.au
service): Phone Marina on 0400 232 876 or email 6196 2818
marina.k@multiculturalfutures.org.au
admin@mccwa.org.au
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y Home and Family: Call Alec on 0408 899 701 or email
alec.u@multiculturalfutures.org.au Suite 33, 2232B Albany Hwy, Gosnells WA 6110
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or email anita.t@multiculturalfutures.org.au
MY AGED CARE
If you are currently receiving aged care support in your home and at this time feel additional support would be of benefit, please contact your service
provider. If you need to find out more about aged care services phone 1800 200 422.
Home shopping deliveries
Woolworths and Coles are offering home delivery services to IGA Rivervale offer home delivery to Rivervale, Burswood, Belmont,
vulnerable groups including seniors, people with a disability and those Carlisle & Cloverdale. Call on 9361 6071 or register online
with compromised immunity or who are required to self-isolate. igashop.com.au
Prescription deliveries
Local pharmacies are offering a home delivery services for medications (one free delivery per person that meet eligibility requirements).
Otherwise a delivery fee applies. Local pharmacies include:
Pharmacy 777 – 9277 3446 Terry White Chemmart Belmont City – 9277 2707
Belmont Family Pharmacy – 9277 2784 Terry White Chemmart Belmont Forum – 9277 8166
Chemist Warehouse – 9479 5427 Terry White Chemmart Rivervale – 9361 2244
Cloverdale Family Pharmacy – 9277 5205 Wizard Pharmacy – 9478 1819
GPs are offering phone consultations or Telehealth Consultations (for those who have a computer or smart phone and internet
connection) to reduce in person consultations – please phone your GP prior to making your appointment to determine the best
consultation for you.
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EMERGENCY RELIEF AND SUPPORT
A number of community based organisations are able to assist those experiencing hardship with food hampers,
help with bills and other emergency relief services. These include:
• Jacaranda Community Centre - 9477 4346 • Communicare - 6370 1000
• St Vincent de Paul - 1300 794 054 • New Life City Church - 9361 6345
FINANCIAL COUNSELLING
A free Financial Counselling Service is available to help clients to make informed decisions to strengthen their financial situation.
Financial Counselling services are now providing one-on-one online appointments via phone or other communication methods.
Please contact one of the following to book your appointment:
• Mission Australia - 9225 0400 • Uniting Care West - 9220 1255
• Jacaranda Community Centre - 9477 4346
BELMONT SAFEGUARDING FAMILIES
ADVOCACY SERVICE
The City’s Belmont Safeguarding Families Advocacy Service to victims of family and domestic violence continues, offering some
of the City’s most vulnerable people access to help during a challenging time. Phone and face-to-face counselling, with social
distancing being observed is available as part of this service.
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WELLNESS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES Police/Fire/Ambulance: 000
Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636
Lifeline WA: 131 114
Our daily routines have changed significantly in the last few We may have to change the way we Kids Helpline:
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Crisis Care: 9223 1111
months with physical distancing, the closure of recreation centres plenty of activities and services to access
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response in. 555 788
line: 1300
and the modifications to the way we work and access services in
Visit the City’s website to see our new and exciting wellness
our community.
programs and activities
Despite this, now is a more important time than ever to stay www.belmont.wa.gov.au/Community/HealthAndWellbeing
connected and look after our physical and mental wellbeing.
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STAY MENTALLY HEALTHY
• Remember that this is not forever, it is temporary • Download healthy living apps such as;
• Stay connected with family and/or friends through online chats,
regular phone calls, or a walk in the park (abiding by government
regulations)
• Seek help if you feel alone, worried or anxious. If you need to talk to
someone, the following 24/7 lines are available. Stop breathe Headspace Unwinding
and think Anxiety
Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support 1800 512 348 Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
Line
MensLine 1300 78 99 78
Lifeline 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue 1300 22 46 36
STAY PHYSICALLY HEALTHY
• Follow an exercise class at home (DVD, Online Programs, Fitness Apps)
• Have a freestyle dance-off with the family or make up your own workout
• Get some fresh air and go for a walk, bike ride or jog (there are so many beautiful parks in the City to be explored.
Need some more inspiration?
Visit the City’s Health and Wellbeing page for downloadable programs and resources. There is something for everyone.
WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK
The Healthy Communities team would like your feedback in Remember, we are not isolated or alone from each
determining what health and wellbeing programs you would like to other, but will become more connected than ever.
see more of during this time. For example regular recipes, specific Send us an email or phone in suggestions on how we can
types of online active classes, helpline numbers, funny videos or assist you: healthy.communities@belmont.wa.gov.au
pictures from fellow residents to keep you uplifted etc. or 9477 7438.
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ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR BODY
Ageing Gracefully
If you are self-isolating why not take the time to complete this gentle exercise routine? Please choose a chair that is stable, solid
and without wheels. You should be able to sit with feet flat on the floor and knees bent at right angles. Avoid chairs with arms
as this will restrict your movement. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and keep some water handy. You know your body so if an
exercise doesn’t suit you because of an injury or medical condition don’t do it! Try to attempt these exercises at least twice a
week; this will help to improve muscle strength, balance and co-ordination.
Chest Stretch - This stretch is good for
posture.
A. Sit upright and away from the back of the chair. Pull your shoulders back
and down. Extend arms out to the side.
B. G
ently push your chest forwards and up until you feel a stretch across your
chest. Hold for five to 10 seconds and repeat five times.
Upper Body Twist - This will develop and
maintain flexibility in the
upper back.
A. Sit upright with feet flat on the floor, cross your arms and reach for your
shoulders.
B. Without moving your hips, turn your upper body to the left as far as is
comfortable. Hold for five seconds. Repeat going right. Do five of each.
Hip Marching - This will strengthen hips and
thighs and improve flexibility.
A. Sit upright and away from the back of the chair. Hold on to the sides of the
chair.
B. L ift your left leg, with your knee bent, as far as is comfortable. Place foot
down with control. Repeat with the opposite leg. Do five lifts with each leg.
Ankle Stretch - This will improve ankle
flexibility and reduce blood
clot risk.
A. Sit upright, hold on to the side of the chair and straighten your left leg with
your foot off the floor.
B. W
ith leg straight and raised, point your toes away from you. Point toes back
towards you. Try two sets of five stretches with each foot.
Arm Raises - This builds shoulder strength.
A. Sit upright, arms by your sides.
B. W
ith palms forwards, raise both arms up as far as is out and to the side and
comfortable. Then return. Keep your shoulders down and arms straight
throughout. Breathe out as you raise your arms and breathe in as you lower
them. Repeat five times.
Neck Rotation - This stretch is good for
improving neck mobility and flexibility.
A. Sit upright with shoulders down. Look straight ahead.
B. Slowly turn your head towards your left shoulder as far as is comfortable.
Hold for five seconds and return to starting position. Repeat going right.
10THINGS TO STAY
CONNECTED
Hi Neighbour Card
There is a growing need to check in with our older and vulnerable
community members. Not everyone may have someone to call on
when they need help – you can make a difference to someone’s
life. This could be as simple as doing some shopping for them,
walking their dog or just having a chat. Hi Neighbour postcards
will be available at key locations in the community and can be
downloaded from #BeConnectedBelmont
Connect Club
There are a number of great ways to keep connected online with
friends and families. The City’s Connect Club which started in
March is temporarily on hold, however if you would like some
over the phone assistance to help you with your IT needs using
your phone, tablet or laptop, please call the hotline on 9477 7148.
Many local community groups use Facebook to stay in touch and
to organise and promote local initiatives. Using keywords, such
as your suburb and interests, search Facebook for the group or
groups that are right for you.
Befriend is a social enterprise with the aim to create connected
communities. These are often face to face but now they are hoping
to ensure physical distancing doesn’t mean social distancing, so
check out Befriend’s Facebook page. Befriendly Belmont, our
local group are continuing to host online coffee chats and recently
launched their ‘Learn Auslan’ class online.
Step into Volunteering
For many, COVID-19 has created a new or deeper hardship. By supporting others who need help, our
community will emerge stronger through compassion and understanding.
Many of the City’s volunteers, who are the backbone of our local volunteering effort, have had to withdraw
from their volunteering commitments at this time, being vulnerable to COVID-19 due to age or having
direct person-to-person volunteer roles.
There are still a number of local not-for-profit organisations seeking volunteers to lend a hand during these
challenging times, in non-direct person-to-person volunteer roles. These roles include transport of home
delivered meals, community visitation via phone and sorting and packing of food.
The City of Belmont, through its Volunteer e-Hub, is working closely with these organisations and is able
to connect residents with a meaningful volunteer opportunity or suggest ways that to help others.
If you are interested in volunteering and finding ways to support your community, contact the City’s Volunteer Program Officer on
9477 7448 or email community.development@belmont.wa.gov.au. Visit the #BeConnectedBelmont’s Volunteer page for more details.
11MEMORY LANE
Remember the songs you loved?
Check out your musical memories, fill in the gaps and name the song title and singer.
1. Somewhere over the , bluebirds…
Song title: Singer:
2. I’m dreaming of a
Song title: Singer:
3. ‘Cause that’ll be the day
Song title: Singer:
4. I gave a letter to the He put it in his
Song title: Singer:
5. I see trees of , red roses too, I see them for me and you
Song title: Singer:
Where were these photos taken?
6. 7.
8. 9.
(Answers will be provided in our next Belmont Bulletin)
12SUPPORT FOR BUSINESS
DURING COVID-19
The City of Belmont continues to monitor and respond to Department of Health advice aimed at
protecting our community and business community in dealing with COVID-19.
For those operating businesses and would like information to help you manage business disruption
associated with COVID-19, the City has put together a range of support information focused on the needs
of small business owners.
FREE BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Get your business in front of local shoppers by advertising yourself in the City’s free Business Directory.
We are here to support you through these challenging times and connect our community with your
services and get them to shop and support local.
This Directory includes both a map listing and business list for businesses to let customers know
opening hours, services, offers and website/Facebook and promote yourself as open and operating.
SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
The Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) has a range of The SBDC advisers can provide you with
support information for small business owners updated regularly. Business free and confidential guidance on 133 140,
advice is available by phone or online. Information is posted online to make info@smallbusiness.wa.gov.au or visit
the most of your business. www.smallbusiness.wa.gov.au
SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT SESSIONS
The City of Belmont has partnered with Business Foundations Session 2 – Review of cashflow and
www.businessfoundations.com.au to deliver complimentary one-on-one
advisory sessions to provide guidance to businesses in the face of the expenditure
challenge that COVID-19 presents. Business Foundations can offer the • This is an in depth look at financial pressures in the business,
service online or over the phone if required. Advisors will spend an hour looking to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on the bottom line.
with each business providing tailored advice.
Session 3 – Sales and Marketing
Please note that only a limited number of places are available for
eligible businesses.
Review
• Review sales channels, and identify new opportunities
Session 1 – Strategic Review. • Packaging of products in new ways (gift vouchers, advance
Review with the business owner booking discounts, delivery boxes)
the following issues: • Identifying adjacent markets.
• Business continuity plan Assistance can be delivered via video, but if the participant does not
• 6 month cashflow forecast have a web camera, they can participate on their mobile phone or
computer.
• Occupational health and safety for staff/employment obligations.
Further details for this service and for assistance from the City of
Belmont please contact the Economic and Community Development
Team on 9477 7222 or email business@belmont.wa.gov.au.
BELMONT BUSINESS
INNOVATION GRANT
The Belmont Business Innovation Grant (BBIG) program is designed to encourage the development of
new and innovative practices and products in small businesses in the City of Belmont.
Applications are currently open. BBIG funding could support a stand-alone project or part of a larger one.
For more information and the type of projects these grants will support please refer to the City of Belmont website.
Further details for this service and for assistance from the City of Belmont please contact the Economic and
Community Development Team on 9477 7222 or email business@belmont.wa.gov.au
13COMMUNITY WELLBEING
BFIT@HOME…YOUR ONLINE COMMUNITY
LEISURE CENTRE
The Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre may
be closed but you can now enjoy all the
amazing services it brings in the comfort
of your living room with BlueFit’s free
online platform, BFit@Home!
We understand the effects of being cooped up at home, and
BlueFit are giving residents the opportunity to keep families active
and engaged within the community.
BFit@Home has a range of resources from all BlueFit sports and
education programs, as well as workouts and resources designed
for mum, dad and the whole family to participate in. The platform
is free for everyone, with brand new content loaded in each week,
keeping you active both physically and mentally!
BlueFit’s live workouts feature their trainers running weekly classes from home, which users can access at any time, along with a library
of at home workouts including some of your favourite classes such as Body Combat and Body Balance. The platform also has a section
dedicated to nutrition, providing recipes that are simple and delicious, using items you may have in the pantry.
We want this initiative to help our Belmont Oasis family remain calm, connected and supported during this time.
To access the classes visit www.bfitathome.com.au
Join our online
CountUSin Program
Do you want to increase your physical activity levels and make
healthy changes to your diet but don’t know where to start?
Then our online CountUSin Program is for you.
Virtually join our CountUSin Mentors Tracy and Roger Gott
each week from the comfort of your own home.
Learn how to safely exercise within your own limits and build
on this over the course of four weeks. Then jump online and
into the kitchen with the team from FoodBank WA and whip up
deliciously healthy meals on a budget.
Our next program commences 9 June 2020.
For more information and to register, contact our Healthy
Communities Officers at healthy.communities@belmont.wa.gov.au
or 9477 7438.
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CountUSin is a 10-week wellness program
which includes:PARKS & ENVIRONMENT
GROWING OUR URBAN FOREST
The City undertakes an annual street tree planting program to improve the City’s streetscapes and increase canopy
cover. This includes replacement planting, requests for tree planting received from residents and planting on vacant
verges identified in targeted verge audits.
The City’s 2020 street tree planting program starts in May and runs until September, with the aim of planting more
than 900 trees.
If you would like a street tree planted on the verge adjacent to your property, please contact the City’s Parks, Leisure and Environment
Department on 9477 7257 to be added to next year’s list.
Annual street tree planting is an important part of the City’s long term commitment to improve urban liveability, and further supports the
City’s Urban Forest Strategy and Canopy Plan 2019-2024.
The Canopy Plan includes a series of actions that will support the increase in tree canopy cover throughout the City. While planting more
trees is a key focus, the Canopy Plan also aims to support and enable the community in achieving better urban forest outcomes. For further
information and to view the plan, visit the City’s website.
YOUNG RE-INVENTOR
OF THE YEAR
The 2020 Young Re-inventor of the Year competition is now open and the theme is Future Food.
Enter your re-invention for your chance to win a share in $2,000 worth of sustainability prizes.
Inventors must be 18 years and under.
Re-invent or create something from waste materials that reflects what sustainable food might look
like now and in the future. For example, create a recipe using vegetable scraps or leftovers, make
a solar oven, an upcycled worm farm or an ingenious way of storing food. Use waste from home or
school to be resourceful and creative. We can’t wait to see what you come up with!
For more information, resources and ideas visit - switchyourthinking.com.
BACKYARD TREASURE HUNT
Can you find these items in your back yard or around your garden? Capture a picture of as many as you can and get mum or dad to help
you upload a photo collage to the City’s #BeConnected Community for your chance to win a Waterwise garden prize. Submit your entries
by 19 June.
• Seed pod or nut
• A bird or feather
• Flower
• Eucalyptus leaf
• Spikey leaf
• Something soft
• Tree bark
• A rock, pebble or stones
• An insect (be careful not to get too close)
• Something that shouldn’t be in your garden (be creative!)
Did you know…
• Fallen logs and branches make great places for bugs and reptiles
to hide in your garden?
• Mulched Waterwise garden beds containing local native shrubs
and trees attract birds and native bees?
• Green waste such as grass clippings, leaves or shrub cuttings can
be composted with vegetable scraps to make great compost,
reducing the need for fertilisers?
• A well placed shade tree in your backyard can shade your house
during summer and reduce the need to run air conditioners?
• Gardening is a great form of exercise that can help you stay
physically and mentally active?
See #BeConnected Community for full terms and conditions.
15WHAT’S ON AT
THE LIBRARY
AND MUSEUM
YOUR LIBRARY ONLINE
You don’t need to leave your home to benefit from a Library
membership. With thousands of ebooks and eaudiobooks,
online tutoring, streaming services and tutorials there has never
been a better time to be a Library member. Find education and
entertainment in the one place at the right price – free!
If you haven’t yet had a chance to join, visit the website and join
online – this could be the perfect opportunity to check out what
the Library offers without leaving home!
9477 7150
You don’t need to be digitally savvy to get started. You can find an
ever growing collection of tutorials on the City’s YouTube channel 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday
with step by step instructions on accessing and enjoying the libinfodesk@belmont.wa.gov.au.
Library’s resources online. If you need more help – just give us a
call and one of our friendly staff will be happy to take you through Keep up to date with all things Library and Heritage by visiting the
any of our online platforms at your own pace. City’s website www.belmont.wa.gov.au/library
DO I NEED TO RETURN MY
LIBRARY ITEMS?
We would like to reassure our Library members that all loan
periods have been extended so you will not need to return your
loans to the Library until we reopen. However, the after-hours
chute will remain open for your convenience with returned
items being quarantined for 72 hours before they are returned
to the shelves.
CLOUD LIBRARY –
MORE CHOICE, LESS
WAIT TIME!
Everyone in our community has had to
learn to do things differently, and your STUDIOSITY – FREE TUTORING
Library is no exception. As we all stay AND JOB SEARCH HELP ONLINE
at home to help flatten the curve, the use of our ebooks and
eaudiobooks has increased dramatically. As a result, the Library Are you having trouble explaining year five maths to a child
has been working with Cloud Library to provide you with a bigger schooling at home? Feeling overwhelmed, stuck on a study
and better digital collection. You’ll find 25,000 additional ebooks question or not sure where to even start with an assignment?
and 70,000 additional audiobooks for you to select from, the Studiosity can proof your essay or report draft in less than
majority of which can be borrowed by multiple users at the same 24 hours, or provide live, expert assistance with subjects like
time. No more waiting! writing, maths, science, economics and more for students from
year three onwards.
Check out Cloud Library by downloading the app from your
preferred app store. Did you know that Studiosity helps job seekers too? If it’s been a
while since you’ve updated your resume or written a cover letter,
log into Studiosity and click ‘Job Skills for Adults’ to access help for
free. To log in, simply enter your Library card number and PIN.
16YOUR LIBRARY IN YOUR POCKET ONLINE PROGRAMMING
– THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT Your Library and Heritage team are putting together a wonderful
array of activities to keep you entertained, connected, engaged
The Ruth Faulkner Library and Belmont Museum will soon have
and learning during this time. We value our connection to the
an app! Find everything Library and Heritage in the one place. No
community and want to ensure that that connection continues
more digging in your bag for your Library card or logging onto
during this unanticipated closure. You can find activities, programs
your account to see when your books are due – your smart phone
and online content under ‘special events’ on the library’s webpage.
will provide all these details and more! Request or renew items,
borrow online resources or book into a workshop – all from your Remember to check back regularly as we are working on some
very own smart device. It’s the app you never knew you needed, exciting online workshops and presentations for young and old and
but can’t live without, and it’s coming soon! the website will be updated regularly.
CURIOUS KIDS
For children from 4 to 7 years of age
Science stops for no one! Our ever popular Curious Kids program
introducing science, engineering, technology and maths concepts
in the early years is now online. Join our wonderful children’s
presenters on YouTube as they demonstrate experiments for you
to try at home.
STACKS OF FUN
WITH BEANSTACK
For children from birth
to 5 years.
Having trouble finding or choosing
SPECIAL ONLINE STORYTIMES activities for your little one? The
For children from birth to 6 years Library team has curated a collection
of literacy-based activities for you to
Your favourite Library children’s presenters are bringing storytimes use at home - we have even supplied
to you in your very own home! Visit the City of Belmont Ruth some famous presenters!
Faulkner Library Online on Youtube and spend some time learning
and laughing with the library team. We have been overwhelmed by Visit our website to sign up for the Beanstack program ‘Stacks of
the response to our online storytimes and welcome the messages Fun’ and find a collection of online storytimes, home activities,
and photos that help keep us connected to our community. If you craft and games to spark curiosity and a love of literature. You can
have photos to share please send them through to libevents@ sing Giddy Up Horsey and make a hobby horse, create a fishing
belmont.wa.gov.au as we would love to see them! game or read Noni the Pony with a playschool presenter and
create a puppet show! Select the activities you love, or take up
the challenge to complete them all.
LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY
KNITTERS
For adults
The Ruth Faulkner Library’s League of Extraordinary Knitters may
be on pause but that doesn’t mean your knitting has to be! Are
keen to join a knitting group but don’t feel you have the skills?
Perhaps you are looking for some new patterns? Visit the library’s
website for tutorial links and pattern inspiration.
LEGO CLUB
CHALLENGES
For children aged 5 to
12 years
Lego is an amazing tool for building
problem solving and engineering
skills. Our children’s team has
created challenges and builds for
Lego Club kids to try at home at
their own pace. You’ll find videos, challenge sheets and games
Erin Lueng and Kayla Lueng model the Magic Hats they being added to the website every month. Happy building!
created as part of storytime at home
17BELMONT MUSEUM
HISTORY PODCASTS
For adults
What could be more 1920s than a gramophone? Belmont Museum is
working with a well-known Western Australian history personality
to produce historical podcasts based on Belmont’s history. The first
exciting instalment will transport you back to 1920s Belmont – a
time of stark contrasts. The podcast covers a wide range of topics
from opulent art déco, jazz, horse racing and flappers to tramways,
returning soldiers and high unemployment.
Keep your eye on the Belmont Museum website and the City’s
socials for the first release in the series.
Visit the website to explore your library online. www.belmont.
wa.gov.au/eresources
LOCAL HISTORY PHOTOGRAPHIC
COMPETITION ALWAYS OPEN
Have you been spending your time at home going through your Open all year round, entries are welcome for all kinds of photos
old photos? The Belmont Museum is always looking to add to our from any period in the past. To enter visit the ‘What’s On’
collection of historical images of the Belmont community through section of the Belmont Museum website. You could even win a
the Local History Photographic Competition. $500 cash prize!
If you require further information regarding Library and Museum events or would like to make a
booking for Library or Museum events please contact the Library on 9477 7150 or email
libinfodesk@belmont.wa.gov.au. Click on the Library’s quicklink at www.belmont.wa.gov.au for
further details about activities and dates.
18COMMUNITY SAFETY
OUR STREETS
Remember if someone is committing or about to commit an offence, Police
should be called on 131 444, or 000 in an emergency. Information should
come directly from the person (witness) who observes the incident.
Suspicious behaviour should be reported to City of Belmont Community
Watch on 1300 655 011.
They will attend and can call Police if required.
Crime Stoppers should be contacted on 1800 333 000 or via their website
(www.crimestopperswa.com.au/) if you have information that may lead to
a criminal being apprehended or you believe the information you have will
assist the police in any way.
COMMUNITY PLACEMAKING
BELMONSTERS
MEMORY GAME
Have you been wondering what the Belmonsters are getting up
to? They have created a memory game.
The Belmonster Memory Game is a card game where the cards
are laid face down on a surface and you will then need to flip two
cards that show the same Belmonster.
The aim is to turn over as many pairs of matching cards as you
can in order to win! All you need to do is click, download and
safely cut the cards out of the template to get 20 cards in total.
This is a fun way to get the family together and build your
memory skills at the same time! Belmonster fun for all ages!
Visit Belmont Connect and download the game from
#BeConnected Community
19CELEBRATING BELMONT
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