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talktownKEEPING THE TOWN OF CLAREMONT COMMUNIT Y INFORMED | SEPTEMBER 2016
If you would like to receive this newsletter and other Council information on events and activities, please contact us at [email protected]
N UM B E R O N E CL AR E MO NT, 308 STI R LI NG H IG HWAY, CL AR E MO NT P: 9285 4300 E: [email protected] www.claremont.wa.gov.au
FROM THE MAYOR’S DESKSpring has sprung and our parks and gardens are teeming with new life, wildflowers are in bloom and ducklings and cygnets are exploring their new world.
The Town is continually looking at ways we can reduce our impact on the natural environment. We have a number of environmentally sustainable initiatives to ensure nature can be enjoyed by the community for many years to come.
To conserve water, reticulation systems are centrally controlled by a smart phone or computer. Gardens have been mulched and wetting agents applied. With the help of University of Western Australia research, we have improved our soils to reduce water usage by street trees and turf areas.
At the Claremont Aquatic Centre, the pool is naturally heated through a geothermal system. The artesian water comes out of the ground at 43 degrees Celsius, keeping the pool at a warm 28 degrees in winter. This method of heating saves 330 tonnes of greenhouse gases annually. The aquatic centre also participates in the Water Corporation’s Waterwise Program. As part of this program we have implemented water savings measures such as low flow shower heads, aerators on basin taps, less lawn areas, more native plants and shade covers to reduce summer water loss.
Our council office Number One Claremont is also energy efficient, with passive solar design, LED lighting and roof mounted solar panels. The panels generate between 30% and 60% of the office’s energy needs, reducing our electricity charges and taking advantage of free energy from the sun. This is a carbon dioxide reduction of 65 tonnes per year. Energy efficient LED street lights will be installed in the upgraded Davies Road car park allowing energy savings of more than 70%.
Finally, we continue to encourage people to leave their cars at home and seek alternate transport. In early 2017 a new shared path along Lake Claremont will be installed, improving access between Strickland and Gloucester streets.
Jock Barker, Mayor
*To register for these activities, please call 9285 4353 or email [email protected]
Congratulations to Anna Louise Richardson for winning the 2016 Claremont Art Awards with her piece Still Waiting for Dad. The winning entry stood out for its innovative use of media, while highlighting the environmental challenges associated with feral species such as foxes. Second prize winner was Andy Quilty (pictured) for Uncle Fred but not Uncle Fred #2 and third prize Sue Hibbert for Mosman Bay at Dawn. Jennifer Mellor with Old Theater Lane – Claremont won the Claremont Local Category and the People’s Choice winner was Kirsten Hocking with A Mother’s Love. The Art Awards were exhibited at Claremont Quarter from 20 to 28 August and the winning entry has joined the Town’s existing art collection where it will be displayed for the community to enjoy.
AT THE CLAREMONT COMMUNITY HUB & LIBRARY - 327 Stirling Hwy, ClaremontSaturday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
French Conversation 9.30am to 10.30am
Mandarin Conversation 10:45am to 11:45am
English Conversation* 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Broadband for Seniors* 10am to 12noon
German Conversation 11am to 12noon
Knitting Club 1pm to 3pm
Baby Rhyme Time 10.30am (Suitable for children from birth to 2 years old)
Italian Conversation 5.45pm to 6.45pm
Mahjong (New players please book)* 10am to 12noon
JP Service, 6pm to 6.45pm
Book Club (Monthly) 29 September 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Storytime 10.30am
Book Club* 16 September 2pm to 3pm
Lego Club, 3.30pm to 4.30pm
IN YOUR COMMUNITY - SEPTEMBER & OCTOBERSun 25 Sept Thu 29 Sept Thu 29 Sept Thu 6 Oct Thu 6 Oct
Claremont Concert Band presents The Light Fantastic2.30pm Adults $10, children under 12 free 0409 335 774 for further infoJohn Leckie Music Centre, Nedlands
Origami Workshop with Sanny Ang9.30am to 10.30am ages 8-11 11am to 12noon ages 12-16Register at - www.trybooking.com/210215
Claremont Community Hub & Library
Family Open DayBadge making, face painting & some old fashioned fun10am – 12noon Freshwater Bay Museum, 66 Victoria Ave, Claremont
History in a Coffee Cup History of Claremont ParkMerrymaking, military and murder – the little known history of Claremont Parkwww.trybooking.com/210329 Freshwater Bay Museum, 66 Victoria Ave, Claremont
Zentangles Zentangles creates images from patterns and promotes wellbeing.11am – 12noon children 12+ free1pm – 3pm adults $5Children - www.trybooking.com/210229 Adults - www.trybooking.com/210239 Claremont Community Hub & Library
claremont.wa.gov.au
Town of Claremont Presents
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT LATEST TOWN NEWS,
PLEASE VISIT US @ Town of Claremont Events
*Bookings are essential email [email protected] or call 9285 4353 to reserve a place.
2016 Claremont Art Awards
October 2016
Last year more than 3 million items were sold at Garage Sales occurring simultaneously across Australia as the nation got on board for the annual Garage Sale Trail. As a proud supporter of the initiative we extend an open invitation to the schools, households and community groups of Claremont to join this year’s Garage Sale Trail on Saturday 22 October.
Enjoy a wildflower walk, reptile petting zoo and other fun activities all in the spirit of celebrating our beautiful Lake Claremont. This year’s event is also waste-free, so help out the environment by bringing your own water bottle and coffee cup.
Town of Claremont Mayor Jock Barker said this year would be the first time Claremont is involved in the free, national event. “I encourage the Claremont community to get involved by registering their garage sale which could be at home, your whole street, school or community group. It is great opportunity to get to know your community while reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill. As they say; one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” said Mayor Jock Barker.
To register your sale, or for more information, visit garagesaletrail.com.au
SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 10AM - 1PM
We care about reducing traffic congestion in our community, which is why we support
initiatives to ease traf c and parking during the Perth Royal Show. See website for details.PLAN YOUR JOURNEY PERTH ROYAL SHOW 2016 24 SEPT - 1 OCT
