Message from the Mayor
Hello everyone and welcome to the October e-newsletter. In this edition, we have provided details of East Fremantle's George Street Festival, which is less than nine (9) weeks away. This year we celebrate its 30th year - more information is below.
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Local Government elections are rapidly approaching. Postal Voting packs were lodged with Australia Post in late September, so please remember to check your mail box for your voting papers. Information about this year's candidates can be found on the Town's website - see the article below.
The annual Garage Sale Trail is on again at the end of this month, so either book your Sale or search for Sales near you. Information about how is in the article below, along with details about the Community Garage Sale at the Fremantle Recycling Centre.
The LOOK LOCAL Campaign is still running, with a chance to win a $1,700 prize pool - see details below.
In "Meet the Staff" this week, we feature our Maintenance Crew Members, Dave Rae and Reg Hiha.
Happy reading - Mayor Jim O'Neill.
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Meet the Staff - Maintenance Crew
Meet Reg Hiha (pictured on the left) and Dave Rae.
Together, Reg and Dave have over 40 years experience at the Town of East Fremantle - Dave commenced with the Town in 1988 and Reg in 2010.
Many of you will have seen Reg and Dave working around the Town in our parks and reserves, undertaking street cleaning, removing graffiti from Town buildings and signs, emptying bins, cleaning the public BBQ's and keeping the leaves at bay from car parks and pathways. Essentially, these two valuable members of the Operations Team do a fantastic job in keeping the Town of East Fremantle looking the best it can!
When asked how they felt about the Town, Dave said "Live here, work here, love it!" Reg said "Friendly people, when I'm in the Town on the weekend, people remember me and say Hi!"
We also asked them what they want for the Town of East Fremantle in the future - Dave said he would like the Town to remain independent; Reg hopes the Town stays small and friendly.
Keep up the good work Reg and Dave.
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Save the Date! 1 December 2019
Celebrating 30 years!
The Town of East Fremantle's popular annual event will once again grace gorgeous George Street’s vibrant thoroughfare.
What's On?
- George Street and other #eastfreo traders displaying food, art, fashion, and local products.
- Artisan market stalls, from both local & neighbouring suburban businesses
- Main Stage music
- Buskers
- Free kids activities
- Street food
- Community Information... with an eco-friendly focus
Event Details
What: The Town of East Fremantle's George Street Festival
When: Sunday 1 December, 11am to 7pm
Where: George Street, East Fremantle WA 6158
Cost: This is a free community event. Gold coin donations are welcomed (at the Primary School - oval parking, and the Town Tent), these will be shared between the community groups assisting with the festival.
More information can be found on the Town of East Fremantle Festival webpage
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Look Local
Have you Looked Local lately? The Town's Look Local campaign aims to promote our online Business Directory, Community Directory and Events Calendar, which can be found on the Town's website.
The Town encourages residents and visitors to "Look Local" when seeking services, shopping, eating out and generally looking for things to do. Everything you need is in East Fremantle!
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Enter the LOOK LOCAL competition here for a chance to win the $1,700 prize pool.
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Waste Education at the Lions Club Markets - 20 October 2019
The Town of East Fremantle will be hosting a Waste Education Stall at the next Riverside Market. The Market is hosted by the Lions Club and will be at the Norm McKenzie Reserve, Riverside Road on Sunday the 20 October between 9am and 1pm. Feel free to come by and ask any waste related questions you might have.
More information about the FOGO three bin system can be found on the Town's website here
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Local Government Elections
The Town of East Fremantle is holding an election by postal vote on Saturday, 19 October 2019 to fill vacancies in the offices of Councillor as listed below:
Richmond Ward 1 Councillor (4 Year Term) - Candidates for this ward are:
Woodside Ward 1 Councillor (4 Year Term) - Candidates for this ward are:
- Kerry Donovan
- Andrew White
- Rufus Morse
Candidates that were Elected Unopposed are as follows:
Plympton Ward 21 October 2023 - Cliff COLLINSON
Preston Point Ward 21 October 2023 - Tony NATALE
To view the candidates profiles and for more information please go to the Town's Council Election page.
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Parking Infringement Appeals Policy - Amended
Following a review of administrative and customer service processes, the Town of East Fremantle has reviewed and amended the Parking Infringement Appeals Policy. The change takes into account the requirement to display a valid ticket, acknowledging that from time to time valid parking tickets may end up facing the wrong side up when displayed. Previously 'failure to display a valid ticket' meant that even if a ticket had been purchased and was still within the designated time allowed, but was displayed upside down, an appeal would not be considered under the clause "failure to display a valid ticket". With the amendment, an infringement will still be issued if the valid ticket is displayed upside down, however if it can be proven that the ticket was indeed 'valid', the infringement may be withdrawn.
View the amended 2.1.9 Parking Infringement Appeals Policy.
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Maggie Swooping Season - Take Care!
While out and about enjoying the glorious spring weather we’ve been looking forward to, be aware that it’s also the terrifying magpie swooping season.
Magpies breed from August to October and where there's one magpie, there's generally another, and another, and another who will vigorously defend their territory.
According to the WA Department of Parks and Wildlife, magpies, like dogs, seem to sense fear and may capitalise on it by pressing an attack.
This pre-emptive attack can be averted with a stick, a hat or an umbrella waved around to make the bird retreat but it will keep a keen eye on you until you leave its territory.It is rare for a magpie to actually strike an intruder on the head with its bill, however, DPAW recommends wearing sunglasses to conceal your face and eyes. If you are concerned about aggressive magpies in your area, contact the Wildcare Helpline on 9474 9055 or the DPAW office. Website Magpie Alert logs encounters with aggressive magpies across Australia, and allows members of the public to track where the angry birds may be frequenting.
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Community Garage Sale Trail - Fremantle Recylclng Centre - 19 October 8am-1pm
The City of Fremantle and Town of East Fremantle are once again joining forces to host the annual event as part of the 2019 Garage Sale Trail - Australia’s biggest reuse and community event.
The Garage Sale Trail will see more than 400,000 people rummaging through over 2 million items for sale at around 15,000 garage sales across the country.
The Fremantle Community Garage Sale will be held at the City of Fremantle’s recycling centre on Montreal Street on Saturday 19 October from 8am-1pm. In previous years stallholders have sold goods ranging from kitchen items and furniture to pot plants, vinyl records and second-hand clothes.
Combi Coffee will be brewing, the Wild Side food truck providing delicious eats and Buster It’s All About Play will be there for the kids. The City’s FOGO team will be there to answer all your questions on the new Food Organic Garden Organic recycling system. Garage Sale Trail is run by Australian not-for-profit social enterprise Garage Sale Trail Foundation in partnership with over 140 councils around the country.
For more about the Garage Sale Trail and how to Register or Find a sale go to the GST website here
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Dog and Cat Registration Renewals - Pay Online
Remember to renew you dog or cat registrations by 31 October 2019. For your convenience you can now pay online via the Town's website here
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Fremantle Recycling Centre - Free to Residents
Remember, via a shared service arrangement, the Fremantle Recycling Centre provides a free service to all East Fremantle residents for dropping off bulk goods through the year at no charge (some exclusions apply). For opening times and more details about the Fremantle Recycling Centre, go to the City of Fremantle website .
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Quick Links
Click on the links below for:
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East Fremantle Lions Club - Riverside Markets
The Riverside Markets 9:30am-2.00pm in Norm McKenzie Reserve every 3rd Sunday of the month - the next Market will occur on Sunday 20 October. For more information click here |
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Mooring Pens for Lease
The Town of East Fremantle currently has available 10m and 12m pens for lease. The pens are located on Riverside Road, opposite The Left Bank - for more information click here
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Whats Happening in the Town
Here are some of the events and activities happening in October:
- LOOK Local Campaign
- East Fremantle Croquet Club Open Day
- Local Government Elections
- Community Garage Sale - Fremantle Recycling Centre
- Lions Club Riverside Markets
For more events and activities listed on our website, click here.
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Save Paper - Register for E-Rates
Council is pleased to offer the option of receiving your future Rates Notices via email in two easy steps.
Read more
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Meetings
15 October 2019 - Council Meeting
5 November 2019 - Town Planning Meeting
All Council meetings are held at the Town Hall, unless stated otherwise. For a schedule of meetings and to view Minutes and Agendas please click here
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