Cockburn eNews 2019  |  View this in your browser

Don’t get a fright this Halloween

 
It’s nearly Halloween but don’t get a fright when you read this, you have a few more days until the 1 November deadline to renew your dog’s registration.  By law, all dogs over three months old must be registered and microchipped:
  • If lost, our rangers have a better chance of finding your dog
  • Knowing dog numbers, we can provide the right type of dog-related services & facilities
  • It is the law.
To renew your dog's registration by 1 November, or to register your dog for the first time, visit cockburn.wa.gov.au/DogRego. Pensioner concessions are available. 
 

Dog safety ranger presentation – book in today!

 
With over 16,000 dogs in Cockburn, it’s important that our kids know how to behave, look after and keep safe around dogs. If you’re a teacher, book an interactive 1 hour class presentation with our rangers. If you’re a parent or carer, let your child’s teacher know about our presentations. To book: rangercustomerservice@cockburn.wa.gov.au
 

Munster boundary change and new suburb


From 30 March 2020, the boundary of Munster will change and there will be a new suburb called Lake Coogee.
 
The new suburb, Lake Coogee will include the section of Munster west of Stock Rd/Rockingham Rd, east of the lake, Lake Coogee, and north of Frobisher Ave. The section of Munster west of Stock Rd/Rockingham Rd, west of the lake, Lake Coogee, and south of Frobisher Ave will become part of Henderson.
More information

Download the NEW SharkSmart WA App! 

 
Get the heads up on shark activity at your local beach by downloading the new State Government SharkSmark WA App. View real-time information on shark activity and receive current alerts and warnings. Switch on your sea sense and stay safe this summer.
 
Download the SharkSmart WA app: www.sharksmart.com.au

Wheelchair use at beaches


If you are planning a trip to the beach this summer with a friend or family member who has a disability, or even is pushing a pram, we have a few things that can assist:
  • Ngarkal Beach, Port Coogee - floating AND sand rider beach wheelchair PLUS beach matting (good for prams)
  • Coogee Beach - beach trekker wheelchair.
The wheelchairs can all be hired for free. Contact the Coogee Beach WA Surf Life Saving Club for the beach trekker wheelchair on 9494 1433, and the City for the two wheelchairs at Ngarkal Beach on 9411 3444, or customer @cockburn.wa.gov.au. The floating wheelchair is only available by appointment on weekends from 10am-2pm. 
BIZLNK Employer of the Year

The City of Cockburn was named the 2019 BIZLINK Employer of the Year for its inclusive employment of people with a disability. The award recognised the number of staff at the City who are BIZLINK workers, their level of interaction and support, and the City’s commitment to the notion of a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work. 
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Support local business

We are supporting the 'Make a Small Change' campaign which supports local business. From 28 Oct to 3 November we're asking our community to support it too by making a small change to your shopping habits and shopping locally.

If every adult in WA spent an extra $10 a month in a local small business, it would add an extra $216 million every year to the state's small business sector and create thousands of extra jobs! 
Grow It Local and they will come

Grow It Local is a community initiative that encourages more people to grow, share and eat locally grown foods. 4-10 November is a week full of Grow it Local events happening right here in Cockburn.

Paul West from Gardening Australia - Sunday 10 November
We are hosting none other than Paul West from Gardening Australia at the Kerry St Pear Tree Cafe on Sunday, 10 November 2-6pm. He will have his latest book for purchase and signing, plus he'll be talking all things edible gardens. There's only 30 tickets at $10 each so be quick! 

Composting 101 - Sunday 10 November
Learn how to create a composting system for your early years learning centre, school, club, street or church. We'll cover the keys to a successful system including getting the set up right, signage and maintenance. This workshop is presented by Little Green Steps WA and is aimed at early years educators, but the general public can attend. Ticketed but free @ South Lake Ottey Centre, Sunday 10 November 1-3pm.
More info and tickets
Remembrance Day - 11 November

A service will be held at the City of Cockburn War Memorial, corner of Rockingham Road and Carrington Street, Hamilton Hill on Monday 11 November 2019 at 10.15am.

All are welcome. Following the service, members of the community along with RSL members will be invited back to the sub-branch for a BBQ lunch at Cockburn RSL Sub Branch, 73 Frederick Road, Hamilton Hill WA 6163. 
Sign up for the WA Bike Month Challenge: November

If you have been meaning to get on your bike for what seems like forever, now's your chance! The WA Bike Month Challenge is on over the month of November. Invite your friends, family and work colleagues to join your group, automatically record rides, set goals and WIN prizes. 

All ages and abilities are welcome, and a prize draw for registrations made before October 31 is on offer! Sign up at www.wabikemonth.com.au
Open for your feedback
Ever wondered what the inside of a sea container looks like? Be part of our C.Y. O'Connor Beach community consultation and you will soon find out! Drop by our coloured sea container - Sat 9 Nov, any time between 10am and 3pm at Rollinson Road, entry to C.Y. O’Connor Beach and discuss with us your ideas and feedback about how to protect the future of C.Y.O'Connor Beach.
The 10 year mud map that informs everything we do like addressing traffic, building great new facilities and even how we care for the environment; it's up for review. The survey deadline closes on 31 October 2019, so get in quick and have your say!
 
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