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WA Week 19-25 October 2009 Program of Events
*WA Week Small Grant projects, supported by the State Government
^WA Week DSR Small Grants projects, supported by the Department of Sport & Recreation
Monday 19th, 11am-2pm
Celebrate WA
Official Opening Ceremony and community event
Constitutional Centre of Western Australia, West Perth
The Governor will officially launch WA Week 2009 at a free community event at the Constitutional Centre in West Perth. The public will join teachers and more than 800 students from schools around the State for displays by WA’s peak community service organisations, non-stop games and entertainment and a complimentary sausage sizzle served by Lions and community volunteers. Telephone 9481 8066 or visit www.celebratewa.com.au for further information.
Monday 19th, 2pm-5.45pm
Port Hedland Visitors Centre
Tidy Towns’ Regional Award Ceremony Pilbara & Kimberley
Town of Port Hedland Civic Centre, McGregor St, Port Hedland
In 2009 the Tidy Towns - Sustainable Communities' Regional Award ceremonies will be held throughout October in regional Western Australia. To celebrate WA Week and the fortieth anniversary of the program, the Kimberley/Pilbara Regional Award Ceremony will be held in Port Hedland on Monday 19 October 2009. The Tidy Towns program encourages group participation on projects such as recycling, litter prevention, water conservation, and the celebration and protection of natural and cultural heritage values. The theme for this year is: 'Celebrating 40 years of community spirit!'
Please email tidy.towns@dec.wa.gov.au for more information.
Monday 19th,
*Spirits of the Street Choir
Spirit of the Streets in Concert
St George’s Cathedral Perth
This is an initiative of three choirs combining to draw community attention to the "Spirit of the Streets Choir" (SOS). The SOS draws its membership from the disadvantaged sectors of our community taking in the homeless, persons suffering either physical or mental illness which can also include co morbidity. The event will involve three choirs, The SOS Choir, The Perth Male Voice Choir and the Mercedes College Select Choir working together progressively to develop a program through joint rehearsals to put on a concert at St George’s Cathedral Perth 23 October 2009.
Monday 19th,
*Nannup Music Club
Celebrating Heritage, Culture & Community in Nannup
Nannup Town Hall
The Nannup Town Hall has recently been renovated and the theatre seating repaired to its original state. Prior to WA Week we aim to celebrate the importance of community connectivity and cultural awareness by inviting residents to participate in a pottery workshop to create ceramic tiles that identify the cultural, heritage and social themes of our region. These tiles will be launched during WA Week with a screening of a heritage themed movie in the Town Hall, celebrating the completion of these two projects. The tiles will be incorporated into the streetscape as an expression of cultural identity. This will be the first time that Nannup has celebrated WA Week.
Monday 19th,
*Corrigin Community Resource Centre
Celebrate WA Week with the Corrigin Community Resource Centre
Corrigin Community Resource Centre
The Corrigin Community Resource Centre will celebrate WA Week by inviting various interest groups to a series of open morning tea functions at the Resource Centre. A display will highlight community achievements and a brief presentation will expand these achievements and highlight the services the Resource Centre offers which cater for these groups, Specific morning teas will cater for seniors, Families, Businesses, and Community & Sporting Groups & Hobbyists.
Monday 19th,
*The Centre for Cerebral Palsy
Forget-Me-Not
106 Bradford Street, Coolbinia
During WA Week we aim to bring this amazing history together with an Open Display of our history including the Miss West Australia cape and crown which will be open to the WA public at The Sir David Brand Centre, 106 Bradford Street Coolbinia (Taxi Stop 3) from Monday 19 to Friday 23 October. The Centre will also host a Special Forget-Me-Not Happy Hour on Monday 19 October at The Centre and invite former Miss WA entrants and key stakeholders to celebrate The Centre’s history and WA Week.
Monday 19th,
*Charthouse Primary School P& C Assoc Inc
"Let's Celebrate WA Week" Charthouse Primary
43 Rand Ave, Waikiki
Many families and their children from multicultural backgrounds attend Charthouse Primary School. Garden Island (located off Rockingham) has a rich naval history which goes back to the commencement of settlement of the Swan River Colony. Charthouse Primary School has had a long association with Garden Island/Australian Defense Force. During WA week we wish to broaden our students’ knowledge on West Australian history through WA themed class activities culminating with a WA themed school assembly with guest speakers from the Defense Community Liaison Team and the Rockingham City Council “Act, Belong, Commit” Program. At the conclusion of the assembly the school community will be invited for morning tea and the official opening of the Remembrance Garden and student art display.
Monday 19th,
*Northam Historical Society Inc
The Northam Railway Station Story
Old Northam Railway Station, Lot 359 Fitzgerald St Northam
The Northam community is currently implementing plans to improve facilities and create a new and vibrant precinct centered on the Old Northam Railway Station. Stage one of the project will see the Railway Station improved, resulting in the most significant structure within the site being transformed into a community facility that will support numerous exciting new activities and purposes. The rationale for creating the Precinct is to preserve and interpret Northam's and the Avon Valley's place in history and the future, and recognise and celebrate the unique culture of the region. This project will host a community open day at the site, inviting all community members to view the future plans and engage in this new development.
Monday 19th,
^Peel Bowling and Social Club
WA Week Bowling Competition
Club Premises, 2 Coolibah Ave, Mandurah
Win a new set of Bowls Valued at $500 or
A club membership with all fees paid for 12 months valued at $250
I of 3 pairs of bowling shoes valued at $50 each (Reserved for Competitors with a Disability)
Times of Play 2pm to 6pm
Mon Oct 19, Wed Oct 21, Fri Oct 23, Sun Oct 25.
ANYONE CAN PARTICIPATE
A cumulative score system operates over the 4 days with the highest scores winning the prizes. Play as many games as you like, bowling four bowls for 50c per game. Bring your own bowls or use those provided by the club. N.B. only bowling shoes, slipper type shoes , thongs. & bare feet are allowed on the Green. (No heels or patterned soles on the green permitted) COME AND HAVE SOME FUN. Refreshments available
Monday 19th – Friday 23rd, 11.30am–2.30pm
WA Week Open Days
Government House, Perth
To celebrate WA Week, the public rooms of Government House, the Ballroom and the Gardens will be open to visitors daily. Wheelchair access is available for disabled persons. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. Visit www.govhouse.wa.gov.au or telephone 9429 9199.
Monday 19th – Friday 23rd,
*Eastern Goldfields YMCA Community and Youth Services
Kalgoorlie West Aussie Week
1 YMCA Way, Kalgoorlie
The Eastern Goldfields YMCA Outside of School Hours Care Centre uses different theme weeks to educate and inspire children in a range of topics. The "Kalgoorlie West Aussie" week will focus on building children's knowledge and pride about the history and culture of Kalgoorlie and Western Australia. During the week, the following activities will take place: traditional afternoon teas; presentations from local indigenous community members; didgeridoo & bush musical instrument making; cooking bush tucker; indigenous art sessions; an outside wall painting representing Kalgoorlie; traditional folk dancing and games.
Monday 19th – Saturday 24th,
Subiaco Arts Centre
Three on, One Off
Main Auditorium, 180 Hamersley Road, Subiaco
The first theatre production to explore the fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) employment culture in Western Australia. When three workmates meet the new safety officer, their lives will never be the same. Tom Palmer joins the FIFO workforce when he is called to investigate an accident at Capital Pit mine. All he wants is a simple life: a family, a home and a worthwhile job, but nothing is ever that easy. Three on, One Off is a new, epic West Australian drama which digs deep into humanity to explore the holes we create and the ways we try to fill them.
Monday 19th – Sunday 25th,
Crooked Brook Forest
10km walk, Crooked Brook Forest Dardanup
Forest Road, Dardanup
Come to the beautiful Crooked Brook Forest for WA Week and enjoy one of five walks through the forest. Ranging from the 10km Marri walk to the 600m all-weather wheelchair accessible path you will be sure to love the delights of the wildflower season. Enjoy a BBQ on one of the two free gas hotplates. Check out the information plaques and know there are toilets too at the picnic area! Crooked Brook Forest, a forest for all people and one of WA's Top Ten Trails! For further information contact Peter Robinson on 9728 0490.
Monday 19th – Sunday 25th,
WA Week at the State Library
State Library of Western Australia
Perth Cultural Centre, 25 Francis Street, Perth
Visit the State Library as we celebrate WA Week with exhibitions and displays featuring items drawn from our unique Western Australian heritage collections, behind-the-scenes tours, films and talks. For more information visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au
Monday 19th – Sunday 25th,
Our Story, Our Treasures: The State Library of Western Australia and Western Australia’s Documentary Heritage.
State Library of Western Australia
Perth Cultural Centre, 25 Francis Street, Perth
Showcasing 120 years of the State Library of Western Australia, this exhibition includes rarely seen items from the collection and tells the stories behind our buildings, collections and people. For more information visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au
Tuesday 20th,
*Burringurrah Community Aboriginal Corporation
Burringurrah Community Past and Present
Burringurrah Community
Community members will travel to the old Mt James Aboriginal Community, 25kms away from the current Burringurrah Community. Historical photos of the different family groups will be displayed and family trees prepare for them. We will provide information on the old Mt James Community and the Burringurrah Community. Various art and craft activities will be provided for the kids including paintings on canvas, paper and boomerangs, and some silk screening with the designs the kids have made. A community BBQ will be held too. The project will bring young and old together to celebrate the past and the present.
Tuesday 20th,
On the trail of lost theatres
State Library of Western Australia
Perth Cultural Centre, 25 Francis Street, Perth
Join Ivan King as he recalls Perth theatres and cinemas of long ago (fleapits included). Immerse yourself in memories, highlighted by images from the State Library's collection. For more information visit www.slwa.wa.gov.au
Tuesday 20th,
^ Mandurah Croquet & Recreation Club Inc
The Mandurah Golf Croquet Experience
Mandurah Croquet & Recreation Club, Thomson Street, Mandurah
Three mornings of Golf Croquet, which is the easiest and quickest form of croquet to learn? They will celebrate and foster harmony and interaction between generations. The atmosphere will be that of gala days with fun 'side shows' to explain the use of equipment, followed by morning tea and golf croquet games. The public of all ages will be invited. Those wishing to continue learning the game will be offered free coaching at the club.
Tuesday 20th, 10.00am-4.00pm
‘Who Do You Think You Are’ For Western Australian Family Historians
Western Australian Genealogical Society Inc
Units 4-6, 48 May Street, Bayswater
The WA Genealogical Society will be holding an Open Day at its Bayswater library to promote its "Who Do You Think You Are" Research Day for West Australians to find their Western Australian family history - from the early Swan River Pioneers 1829-1838, the Convict era and Enrolled Pensioner Guards, the Gold Rush era, shipping, birth, and death and marriage records. Entry will be free for visitors to our library where we will have volunteers to assist and advise on how to find their West Australian family history. All our library resources will be available on the day: books, microfilm, microfiche and digitised as well as through our internet subscription services.
Tuesday 20th, 12.30pm
State Library of Western Australia
State Library Tour: Maps Music Microfilm and More
Perth Cultural Centre, 25 Franics Street, Perth
Discover our unique collections and find that there are more than just books @ your State Library on the free 50 minute tour.
Tuesday 20th, 5.30pm-7.30pm
Celebrate WA
WA Week Celebration of our Youth
Constitutional Centre of Western Australia
A WA Week Celebration of our Youth event will feature entertainment, displays and the presentation of prizes for an innovative WA Week multi-media project coordinated in partnership with The West Australian Newspapers in Education. Visit www.celebratewa.com.au or telephone 9481 8066 for further information.
Tuesday 20th, 9.30pm – Friday 23rd 6.00pm
Queens Park Theatre
SHOWCASE 2009
Cathedral Avenue, Geraldton
Showcase is a not for profit organisation under the Constitution of Geraldton Regional Schools Arts Festival Inc. Showcase gives the opportunity for Schools, Teachers and Students of the Mid West to display their expertise to both the public and other schools. Showcase is not just a concert but give opportunities to Media Students to produce a DVD of the history and the current performances of Showcase, including reporting, interviewing etc. Art students to assist in Stage Decoration and prop making. Students are encouraged to assists as back state management, to sit with experienced lighting and audio technical personal in the professional and modern Queens Park Theatre Geraldton. For further information contact Mrs Aileen Scott on 9921 6068.
Wednesday 21st, 7am-9am
Celebrate WA
WA Week Proclamation Day Governor’s Citizens’ Breakfast
Government House Ballroom
The public was invited to complete a coupon published by The West Australian to apply for complimentary invitation to attend the WA Week Proclamation Governor’s Citizen’s Breakfast with the Governor and Mrs Michael in the Ballroom of Government House. Visit www.celebratewa.com.au or telephone 9481 8066.
Wednesday 21st, 10.00am-4.00pm
CWA Craft Open Day
9 Mitchell Street, Denmark
The Open Day will be to promote the Country Women's Association of WA and Denmark Branch in particular. Members will be available to teach various crafts such as knitting, crochet, spinning, jam making instructions and more. Sandwiches, savoury and sweet slices with tea and coffee will be available for a small fee. All are welcome. For further information contact Trish Lowe on 9848 2568.
Wednesday 21st,
*SIDS and Kids Western Australia
Koolangkweda - Aboriginal Birthing Place
Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre (Amphitheatre)
Piney Lakes Reserve
Leach Highway, Melville
Unique to Western Australia, SIDS and Kids WA's Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Aboriginal Communities (RROSIAC) program - will celebrate WA Week by holding a special event to recognise a tradition Aboriginal birthing place along Perth's Swan River. The event will provide the opportunity for discussion of the importance of old and new rites and rituals of child birth, caring for new babies and safe sleeping practices of infants and celebrate the tradition and history of the local Aboriginal community.
Wednesday 21st,
*Garnduawa Amboorny Wirnan Inc
Celebrate Wyndham Day
Wyndham Town Oval
In Celebration of WA the Wyndham Community will hold a Celebrate Wyndham Family Fun Day. Many local organisations and individuals will be involved in running this event. The event will run from 2.30-9pm with a tee-ball and softball game and various activities run by Ngnowar_Aerwah Aboriginal Corporation, with an evening concert by local musicians, Rode Worx and the Wyndham Work Camp Band. The event will be held at the Wyndham Town Oval and will be supported by the local Aboriginal organisations, Police, Local Businesses and the local schools. Volunteer services, such as Ambulance and Fire, have also indicated that they will be involved in the event, offering and opportunity to recruit new volunteers for these services.
Wednesday 21st,
City of Perth
Citizen of the Year Awards Reunion
Council House
The Lord Mayor and Councillors from the City of Perth will host a WA Week reception to recognise Western Australians honoured with a Western Australian Citizen of the Year Award over the past 37 years. This event is for invited guests only.
Thursday 22nd,
*Marble Bar Telecentre & Business Link Inc
Marble Bar School 'Celebrate WA' Patchwork Art 2009
Marble Bar School and Marble Bar Civic Centre
The children and staff of the Marble Bar School have decided to Celebrate WA with a patchwork of art themed to celebrate the state of WA. These Celebrate WA images will be used to create images for a booklet and postcards. Photos will be taken to record the artworks and the events. There will be a launch of the individual artworks, booklet and postcards at the East Pilbara Civic Centre, Marble Bar
Thursday 22nd,
^ David Wirrpanda Foundation
Multiculturalism & Reconciliation through dance
Balga Senior High School
We are planning a wonderful way of celebrating WA Week by holding a lunch event at Balga Senior High School with all the students. There are over 70 languages at Balga and it will be a wonderful reconciliation event. The SINSEP indigenous students will perform the dance that the girls and boys have been learning and then the African students will also perform one of their dances. After the performances all students will be included in the activities by being taught the dances. We will could cook a sausage sizzle for the whole school to celebrate multiculturalism and reconciliation. There is also potential for media coverage as Narelda Jacobs (Ch10) is our ambassador and frequently visits Balga School.
Thursday 22nd, 5.30pm-7.30pm
Celebrate WA
My Place WA Photographic Competition & WA Week Corporate Event
Parmelia House, Perth
From September 21 until October 14, 2009 10 finalist images in the Open and Under 18 categories of the competition will be published on www.celebratewa.com.au and displayed in the lobby of Parmelia House for public voting. Voting will close at 12pm on October 14 and a winner and runner in each category will be announced and $6,000 worth of Nikon camera prizes will be presented at the WA Week corporate event. Visit www.celebratewa.com.au or telephone Celebrate WA 9481 8066.
Friday 23rd,
WA Week Traditional Picnic Day at Whiteman Park
Whiteman Park
Members of the public and more than 800 school children from around the State will be invited to a Picnic Day at Whiteman Park with entertainment, activities, giveaways and a sausage sizzle lunch. For further information telephone 9481 8066 or visit www.celebratewa.com.au
Friday 23rd,
*Nyoongar Sports Association Inc
WA Week Street Corner Champions Beatball
Herb Graham Recreation Centre, Chesterfield Road, Mirrabooka
Beatball is a 3 on 3 basketball/hip hop dance program targeted at Indigenous and new humanitarian arrivals aged 13 to 17 years located within the areas of Mirrabooka, Nollamara, Balga, Koondoola and Girrawheen. The program takes sport and in this case basketball and hip hop dance back to its purest form where youth plan for fun whilst developing their social, emotional and physical wellbeing within an environment that is non-threatening, makes them feel welcome and promotes friendship and belonging.
Friday 23rd,
*Gillingarra Sport & Recreation Club Inc
Gillingarra John Curtin Volunteer Weekend & WA Week Community Clean Up
Gillingarra Community Hall, Bindoon Moora Road, Gillingarra
Gillingarra Sport & Recreation Club members supported by Shire of Victoria Plains and Mogumber-Gillingarra Bush Fire Brigade, Gillingarra Koojan Land Care District Committee, Mogumber Progress Association & Central West Reference & Action Group will host 15 city based John Curtin Volunteers from 23rd - 25th October 2009 for WA Week. We 'cleanup' the Old School, church, community hall & town site. We provide all meals free at the community hall, billet volunteers with community/farmers & organise social activities (BBQ & Badminton). Locals, struggling, break from challenging farming times to showcase benefits of country living & contribute to sustainable community life (retaining young & old).
Friday 23rd,
*Karridale-Augusta RSL Sub-Branch
The Farmer was a Fighting Man
Karridale Community Hall, Chapman Road, Karridale
To celebrate the farming heritage of this corner of Western Australia the Karridale-Augusta RSL Sub Branch and Karridale Progress Association will host an afternoon of community friendship and reflection at the Karridale Hall. The agricultural land of our shire was created from jarrah and karri forests. Returned servicemen and women played a significant role in this work and in the establishment of the agricultural enterprises that formed the character, culture and economic base of this remote rural part of South Western Australia. We intend to record community members telling stories of farm life and share the resulting film with locals and visitors.
Friday 23rd,
North Perth PS Parents' and Citizens' Association
North Perth Primary School 110th Anniversary Celebration
5 Albert Street, North Perth
North Perth Primary School celebrates its 110th anniversary in 2009. The anniversary will be marked at a community Open Day on 23 October 2009. Current and former students, staff, parents and community members will be invited to participate in the Open Day, which will include official openings of the 110th Anniversary Sculpture and 110th Anniversary Commemorative Rose Garden, an historic grounds walk, open classrooms showcasing students' work, a time reviewing the school's place in local, national and international history, and a celebration of its multicultural student population. The culmination will be a High Tea provided by the NPPS Parents and Citizens' Association.
Friday 23rd,
*Edmund Rice Institute for Social Justice, Fremantle
'Together we make a difference: Celebrating Youth Leadership in Social Justice'
24 High Street Fremantle
This will be a day time event bringing together youth from diverse social, economic and cultural communities comprising refugees and migrants, indigenous and non indigenous Australians to celebrate their learning and achievement in social justice for a strong and diverse WA. Activities will highlight student's involvement in promoting unity and a sense of belongingness in WA and mentoring from social justice champions. Activities will include art/story telling; traditional dances, singing, dressing and food. We will provide morning, afternoon tea and traditional food to students, volunteers and social justice mentors. Prizes will be presented for outstanding unity and diversity symbols. A 'WA Week Banner' will be created
Friday 23rd,
*Gowrie Community Services
Gosnells to Fremantle Guided Day Trip for new migrants to WA
Gosnells to Fremantle (return)
Community members with a refugee and migrant background will be invited to 'get on board' a guided day trip from Gosnells to the historical city of Fremantle as part of a joint initiative between Gowrie WA, the City of Gosnells and Transperth. Participants will receive a journey planning briefing in Gosnells and then get out and about on the public transport network under the guidance of Transperth Staff. The tour aims to increase the understanding and confidence of new arrivals when using public transport as well as providing an opportunity to explore the sights and sounds of iconic Fremantle. A free community picnic is included.
Friday 23rd,
*100.9fm Nyoongar Radio
Living Treasures - Elders Bush Tucker Radio Tour
Kaditj Café, 201 Beaufort Street Perth and 100.9fm Radio 207 Beaufort Street Perth
Perth's new aboriginal community radio station - 6NME 100.9fm Noongar Radio would like to celebrate WA Week by honoring our living treasures - the Elders of the Noongar community - with a special Indigenous themed WA Week function. We would like to invite Elders to a bush tucker luncheon at the Noongar owned Kaditj Cafe on Beaufort Street. We will provide light entertainment throughout the lunch and then give our Elders a ‘behind the scenes’ tour of their local radio station.
Friday 23rd, 10am – 4pm
Dryandra Country Visitor Centre
Central Tidy Towns Regional Awards Ceremony
Cnr Park & Fairway Streets, Narrogin
The official ceremony for the presentation of the annual Tidy Towns awards will be held in Narrogin. Guests will be welcomed by the Narrogin's Mayor Sally Higgins. Representatives from the each of the towns who submitted entries will have the opportunity to showcase their towns. A luncheon will be part of the event.
Saturday 24th,
*Shark Bay Sport and Recreation Association Incorporated
Welcome the Wind Festival
Various locations in Denham: Shark Bay World Heritage and Visitors Entertainment Centre; Town hall and town oval
The Shark Bay Sport and Recreation Association and the Arts Council will work together to bring two events together to celebrate WA Week and the beginning of our Windy Season. On Saturday 24th October, the Shark Bay Arts Council will launch their annual Local Community Art Exhibition, which is held in the Shark Bay Discovery and Information centre gallery. Our community members will be invited to wander through the Discovery museum (a fantastic display of local Shark Bay and Western Australian history and artifacts) while the children can participate in the making, painting and decorating of kites. On Sunday 25th October, the Sports Association will hold a Kite Flying Festival with the newly made kites. It is planned that the day will involve local music and entertainment, including local indigenous music, food and a whole lot of fun!
Saturday 24th,
*Oombulgurri Association Inc
Celebrate Oombulgurri
Oombulgurri
The remote Aboriginal community of Oombulgurri has undergone many significant changes in the last few months. In January 2009 the community was declared alcohol free (dry) and in July a new Community Council was elected. Celebrate Oombulgurri will be a whole of community celebration of the positive future for the community. Community members will join together to celebrate the past, present and future of the community on the traditional meeting grounds surrounding the community. Activities will include cultural, sporting and craft activities to foster a sense of community pride and belonging.
Saturday 24th,
*The National Trust of Australia (WA)
Back to Dedari Day Reunion
No 8 Pump Station, 8km off Great Eastern Highway, Dedari (approx 50 km west of Coolgardie)
Community event/sausage sizzle to: Celebrate the reopening of No 8 Pump Station, Dedari to the public following extensive conservation works. Reunite community members who have lived or worked along the water pipeline and/or at No 8 Pump Station. Promote another tourist attraction along the Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail to the public/media and highlight Western Australia’s Industrial and gold mining heritage. Collect stories, images & memorabilia relating to the history of the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme (GWSS) and those who operated it for the benefit of future generations.
Saturday 24th,
*Esperance Community Arts Inc
Film Night at the Bijou Theatre
Esperance Bijou Theatre
115 Dempster Street, Esperance
The longest running active theatre in WA is hosting a film night on 24th October to celebrate Esperance's unique history. Shown will be unique and unshown film footage of Esperance in the 50's and 60's during a time when huge development was taking place in the town. This footage has been created by local archivist Neville Mulgat who has teamed up with the local theatre to premier the 21/2 hour long 'movie'.
Saturday 24th,
*Kapululangu Aboriginal Women's Association (AC)
Celebrating 70 Years of Culture Survival in Balgo
Tjarliwan - site of first camp of the first missionaries to venture into the area which was to become Balgo
Aboriginal women, men and children and non-Indigenous guests attend a two day Culture Camp held at the site of the first contact between Aboriginal and non-Indigenous society in the south eastern Kimberley 70 years ago (October 1939). They engage in a Corroboree of song and dance and, using traditional sand-drawings and modern acrylic painting, they map out the story (and history line) of Indigenous and non-Indigenous society as it has played out in Balgo over seventy years. The elders teach their peoples' history to younger generations. Non-Indigenous participants learn from their hosts.
Saturday 24th,
^ The Cancer Council WA – Midwest
The Amazing Race in Maitland Park
Maitland Park, Geraldton
The Amazing Race in Maitland Park is an event for children and their parents that encourage greater participation in WA's favourite form of activity - walking (PATF 2006). The Amazing Race involves working in groups and searching the park for clues and tokens which can be redeemed for prizes. The event is to be held during WA Week 2009 in conjunction with the Geraldton-Greenough Farmers Market - a market that is focuses solely on local produce. By combining the two events, parents and children will be exposed to the Farmers Market experience and local history while also engaging in a social and physical activity.
Saturday 24th,
^ Bunbury Rock N Roll Club (Inc)
"Bunbury Rocks Around the Clock"
To promote Rock & Roll dancing to people of all ages, encouraging everybody to become involved in the infectious sounds of 50s & 60s Rock music, and learn the basic steps that will get them exercising and enjoying life, we are proud of what we have achieved in the South West over the past 10 years.
Saturday 24th, 5.00pm – 9.30pm
Local Food, Local Stars!
Gingin Observatory
1098 Military Road, West Gingin
During Celebrate WA Week 2009, the Gravity Discovery Centre's Stargazers' Café is putting on a dinner using the finest of local Gingin produce. New Chef, Luc Vecchio, will put his own special touch on a range of local ingredients and wow guests with wonderful tastes and freshness like Honey Crusted Gingin Rack of Lamb, Baramba Beef Biodynamic T Bone and Local Quail Marinated Salad accompanied by local strawberry sangria. After dinner, head next door to Gingin Observatory to check out the local stars! No, it's not Hugh Jackman or Nicole Kidman! It's Alpha Centauri and Jupiter!
Saturday 24th, 7.30am – Sunday 25th, 1am
WA Police Legacy
2009 Bloody Slow Cup, Newman
Boomerang Oval, Newman
On Australia Day 2001 four WA police officers were tragically killed in a plane crash in Newman. Three were from the local police station and the pilot from Karratha. This event was and still is the most significant loss of police life in modern day policing history in Australasia. Since 2005 a major fundraising event for WA Police Legacy known as 'The Bloody Slow Cup' happens in Newman where local police and community representatives play rugby union Australia v New Zealand. Other activities occur including a family concert by the WA Police Pipe Band during the week, visits to remote communities and schools by Rugby WA plus the largest Remembrance Ceremony outside the metropolitan area at the actual crash-site on the morning of the game. For further information contact Senior Sergeant Geoff Stewart on 9175 4000.
Saturday 24th, 9.00am – Sunday 25th, 4.00pm
Narrogin Spring Festival Inc
Narrogin CBD and Surrounding Areas
The Narrogin Spring Festival is dedicated to showcasing our town and surrounds and providing cultural events to our region. The weekend includes open gardens, an interactive art exhibition, giant community street parade, market stalls, free children's activities, including magicians, SciTech, storytellers, face painters and craft. This year we will have aerial acrobat "Artyms" and a community circus act. There are demonstrations by local dancers & skippers. www.narroginspringfestival.org.au
Saturday 24th, 10.00am – Sunday 25th, 4.00pm
First Regional Motor Race Meeting
Collie Motorplex
Lot 6430 Powerhouse Road, Collie
The first Regional Motor Race Meeting to be held in Western Australia - under the auspice of Confederation of Australian Motor Sport (CAMS). The Collie Motorplex is the only alternative Motor Racing venue to Barbagallo Raceway - located in Wanneroo. We expect 4 or 5 race categories to include competitors from the WA Saloon Car Association, WA Historic Touring Car Club, HQ Racing, Formula Vee Association of WA, Improved Production Racing Association of WA and Formula Classic Open Wheel Race Cars. This exciting first - is organised and will be managed by Motoring South West Inc - operators of the Collie Motorplex. For more information contact Simon Sterner – Manager Motoring South West Inc on 9734 7477.
Sunday 25th,
*Zig Zag Community Arts Inc
Madjitil Moorna - Respecting Elders, Nurturing Youth at the Zig-Zag Festival
Sound Shell in Stirk Park, Kalamunda
Madjitil Moorna, the all ages, all races community choir, led by award-winning Aboriginal musicians will sings songs in Aboriginal language at the Zig Zag Festival in Stirk Park Kalamunda on Sunday 25 October. Elders and young people from many parts of WA will be involved in the singing project which will run over 13 weeks, leading to a combined performance at the Festival. On the day, audience members will be encouraged to learn a simple song including Nyoongar language in order to share some words with the first inhabitants of Kalamunda. 'To promote and embrace reconciliation through the multicultural blend of our members' is one of the group's 10 aims. This project will fit perfectly with our Mission Statement written by Auntie Karl Mourach in 2007 and also with the aim to Celebrate WA!
Sunday 25th,
*South Perth Church of Christ Inc
Celebrate WA Big Community BBQ
Community Grounds, South Perth Church of Christ, Como
This event will be run to booster community spirit, confidence with a spirit of inclusiveness. Special awards will be made to Indigenous and Community Leaders. Activities provided to include all the family. Using the extensive community contacts Council, South Gate, Gethnado, Schools, compassion Bare. All will be invited to attend a FREE Event. SPCC will also assist in the under wicking of the event
Sunday 25th,
*Dwellingup Community Compact Inc
Dwellingup Centenary of Pegging and Centenary Community Quilt
Cnr Marinup & Moore Street Dwellingup, in the front of the Dwellingup History & Visitor Information Centre
The town of Dwellingup is celebrating its centenary of pegging. To create a lasting memory for all we plan to have a re-pegging with aluminum survey peg designed by local metal artist Carl MacMullan. As part of the celebrations on Sunday 25th October we will unveil the new survey peg with a semi formal ceremony including music from local artists and unveiling the Centenary Community Quilt made of patchwork houses with local families names and community buildings on each of the houses in the Quilt, to be housed at the Dwellingup History & Visitor Information Centre.
Sunday 25th,
*Bunbury Community and Child Care Association (Milligan House) Inc. T/A Milligan
20th Annual Teddy Bears Picnic and Spring Fair
Queens Gardens Bunbury
The Annual Teddy Bears Picnic is a community event aimed to encourage families to spend time together. The celebration which will include free children's activities, market stalls, interactive displays from child related services and performances from local and WA entertainers. Milligan will be working in collaboration with many other organisations (i.e Bunbury Early Years Network, Department of Communities, WA Police, FESA) to boost the success of the event. The picnic will also provide a great opportunity to acknowledge local businesses, organisations and individuals who have contributed the event over the years.
Sunday 25th,
*Carnarvon Heritage Group Inc
Celebrate Carnarvon One Mile Jetty in WA Week
Carnarvon Heritage Precinct
Sunday 25 October open day at Carnarvon Heritage Precinct to
*Showcase Carnarvon Heritage
*Celebrate repairs to the Carnarvon One Mile Jetty
*Recognise achievement of repairs and thank the community
Sunday 25th,
*West Coast Refugee Sanctuary Group Inc
Refugee Picnic
Carine Open Space
A picnic for the refugee families we have assisted during the last 2 years. This event will increase awareness of the contribution our refugee families make to our cultural social fabric. This event will be seen as a benchmark for future involvement of other groups and encourage assistance in overcoming obstacles facing our new West Australian families.
Sunday 25th,
*Chapman Valley Historical Society
Celebrating WA Fun Day at Nanson Museum
Nanson Historic Grounds
Manager within the Chapman Valley to select various WA native plants to host a planting day with the local community. The community planting project will culminate with a community sausage sizzle, face painting, balloons and traditional activities. The Museum features a unique display of our local history. We will invite guest speaker to attend the event and talk about the history of WA (specifically rural history) and the importance of respecting our history. We will also be having a cooking demonstration cooking WA recipes (old and new).
Sunday 25th,
Congolese Project Culture Dance
Asian Association Hall
275 Stirling Street, Perth
We have some Congolese musicians who will dance Congolese culture dance, We will take a radio, play cd music and 7 girls and boys will dance publicly.
Sunday 25th,
^ Rotary Club of Margaret River Incorporated
Margaret River Rotary Fun Run/Walk 2009
From town site of Margaret River to the beach at the Rivermouth
A community fun run/walk - A 10 kilometer run from the Town of Margaret River to the beach with the alternative of a 4 kilometer run/walk finishing at the beach. The event is in its 11th year and members of the community are encouraged to become involved. This year the event will be free to everyone under 18 in an effort to encourage family participation. The event is well patronized by local sports clubs and attracts many runners from Perth, with the route making it a very popular race.
Sunday 25th, 9.30am-9.30pm
Celebrating Gingin Stars and Science
Gingin Observatory
1098 Military Road, West Gingin
Gingin Observatory presents free stargazing for local families to discover the stars in their backyard. Gingin Observatory and Scitech Astronomers will open up the telescopes for free public stargazing and presentations on Jupiter and the Moon. 2009 is the International Year of Astronomy and his event is supported by Lotterywest and Astronomy WA. If astronomy and stargazing is something you've always wanted to try, here's your chance for no cost at all! No bookings required. Come along earlier in the day to visit the Gravity Discovery Centre, Cosmology Gallery and the Leaning Tower of Gingin. Cafe available for meals (bookings required).
Sunday 25th, 10.00pm-3.00pm
Fun from the Past
Claremont Museum
66 Victoria Avenue, Claremont
Celebrate on of Perth's most significant heritage places. Since it was erected in 1862, the building that now houses Claremont Museum has been a school for the district's first British settlers, a place of worship, boarding house, and police station and residence, Near the river was a camp site for Aboriginal people until the 1940's. Activities include olden day games, a treasure hunt, meccno, craft stalls, an 1862 school lesson, old fashioned washing, stories, caring for old books and papers, police history display, old fashioned races, boatbuilding history, along with music and refreshments, children's playground and grassy areas.
Sunday 25th, 10.00pm-4.00pm
British Auto Classic 2009
Warrona Town Oval & Memorial Hall
South Western Highway, Waroona
A Free entry event with something for everyone, huge quality Craft & Produce Market, Great Food Choices, Kids Fun & Games, an All Day Outdoor variety Show featuring the Australian Army Big Band, a Dance Spectacular with Spirit of the Park, Boys in Boots and the Parkfield Jive Team. Popular Music Duo Me & Mcgoo and MC Richie Howlett, plus the ever popular, "Alinta Wine & Gourmet Expo" all set beside a giant collection of British Classic Cars, with a special feature display celebrating "50 Golden Years of the Mini". This family friendly event is smoke and alcohol free.
Sunday 25th, 10.30pm-3pm
Loftus Recreation Centre
Perth Volleyball League – Grand Finals
Corner Loftus & Vincent Streets, Leederville
The Perth Volleyball League (PVL) grand finals are the culmination of the premier volleyball indoor season in WA - best teams competing for the title of the Divisional Champions. For further information contact Volleyball WA on 9228 8522.
Sunday 25th, 11.00am-2.00pm
Memorial/Reunion Day
The Homicide Victims Support Group (WA) Inc
Pinnaroo Memorial Park, Hillarys
The Homicide Victims Support Group WA inc invites past and present members to participate in our annual Memorial Day to commemorate our loved ones.
Sunday 25th, 12pm-5pm
Celebrate WA & Yachting Western Australia
WA Week Foreshore Festival and Sail Classic
Barrack Street Jetty
WA Week 2009 will conclude with a Foreshore Festival near Barrack Street jetty to coincide with the Triathlon World Championships on the Esplanade. The free community event will feature entertainment, stalls and sail boats racing close to the shore to compete in the annual WA Sail Classic. For further information telephone 9481 8066 or visit www.celebratewa.com.au
Sunday 25th, 12pm-6pm
^Canning Vale Cricket Club
20/20 Game
Canning Vale Oval – Waratah Blvd, Canning Vale
A 20/20 cricket match between past players and current players. The game is an opportunity for former players and families to return to the club for a social, family day and to see how the club has developed. It is also an opportunity for the locals to come and see & perhaps join a local sporting club. For further information contact Matthew Harben on 0417 918 312.
