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Global housing model reaches FreoWe are calling for expressions of interest for people to be part of a rare opportunity to join together to design their new home, complete with customised living spaces and communal areas.

The European inspired Baugruppen housing model is popular in large, international cities such as Berlin and works by taking the collective needs of future owner-occupiers who work together to design a group of dwellings with individual and community needs in mind. This results in lower housing development costs for owners, unique design concepts and a stronger sense of community.

The City-owned 1,477 sqm site at 7 Quarry Street in Fremantle’s iconic east end could be the location of your new future home! Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/baugruppen

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8 William Street, Fremantle | T 08 9432 9999 | F 08 9430 4634 | TTY 08 9432 9777 W www.fremantle.wa.gov.au Available in alternative format.

Upcoming meetingsFinance, policy, operations and legislation (F-POL) committee

Wednesday 12 October, 6.00 pm in the council chamber.

Agenda available from fremantle.wa.gov.au/agendas. To access the council meetings after hours take the white spiral stairs near the Jean Hobson playground. Contact 08 9432 9999 to organise alternative access to the meeting (before close of business on the day of the meeting).

Summer hours begin at the leisure centreThe Fremantle Leisure Centre’s opening times have now changed to its regular summer hours which will run until Friday 31 March 2017. For the full list of weekday and weekend operating hours across all parts of the centre visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/flchours

New hybrid cars hit the roadAs part of our commitment to the One Planet sustainability principles we’ve recently added two Toyota Hybrid Corolla Hatch vehicles to our pool of staff vehicles.

The new cars automatically switch between petrol and electric power or when to combine both for maximum efficiency.

The vehicle battery is automatically charged by energy generated though braking and the benefits include reduced fuel consumption, and reduction of our carbon footprint, minimising the environmental impact. Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/hybridcar

What’s on at the libraryToddler tales

Places are still available for the toddler tales program, which starts Tuesday 18 October, 9.30 am. Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/toddlertales

Write Along the Highway 2016

The library is pleased to present events as part of the Write Along The Highway festival of writing events hosted by various Western Australian libraries. The events support and encourage development of local writers.

An info session will be held Thursday 13 October, 6.00-7.00 pm followed by the kick-off party on Tuesday 1 November, 6.00-9.00 pm. Bookings essential for both events. Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/highway

Spring Back: connect for wellnessBeing connected to your local community and participating in regular activities are some of the best was to maintain your mental wellbeing. This spring, we’re bringing you these programs and events:

Mentally healthy diet (Monday 10 October), Growing Change open day (Wednesday 12 October), Hilton Harvest gardening days and busy bee (Sunday 9 October) plus more! Full program at fremantle.wa.gov.au/springback

Ride to work breakfast

Whether you are riding to work, school or just for the fun of cycling come and join us for breakfast and celebrating all things bike related on Wednesday 12 October, 7.00-9.00 am at Kings Square. Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/springback

The great Freo scavenger hunt

Grab your friends and family, the Great Freo Scavenger Map and discover your neighbourhood by foot, solving a series of questions or riddles to win prizes!

Maps can be collected from the Fremantle Library from Monday 10 October 2016. Completed maps can be dropped at the library until Monday 7 November 2016. Winners draw will take place on Tuesday 8 November 2016. Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/hunt

Tenders openSubmissions are now open for our security services (FCC477/16) and beach raking (FCC481/16) tenders. Both tenders close 2.00 pm, Friday 21 October 2016. Visit www.tenderlink.com/fremantle

Public noticesPlanning and Development Act 2005 Approved Local Planning Scheme Amendment

In accordance with Section 87(3) of the Planning and Development Act 2005, the Minister for Planning has approved the City of Fremantle Planning Scheme Amendment No. 64 – Amendment to Hilton Local Centre Development Controls on 30 September 2016.