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Kings Square Renewal project update

Green touch for Samson

Dog exercise areas

BUDGET 2018–19:

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Handy City numbersHave a query and not sure who to call? Here’s a list of our most commonly requested contact numbers:

Customer service 08 9432 9999Fremantle Library 08 9432 9766Fremantle Leisure Centre 08 9432 9999Parking after hours 08 9432 9860Community safety officers 1300 360 666Fremantle Visitor Centre 08 9431 7878

Emergency servicesFire & emergency 000Western Power 13 13 51Water Corporation 13 13 75Police (non-emergency) 13 14 44

Receive your rates onlineDo your part for the environment and make your life easier by registering to receive your future rates notices electronically- either by email or BPAY View.

Find out more at fremantle.wa.gov.au/erates

To report graffiticontact the City on 08 9432 9999 or graffiti@fremantle.wa.gov.au

To submit a request visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/erequest

For more important dates and events, visit fremantle.wa.gov.au

Dates for your diary

JulyHidden Treasures Winter Music SeriesEvery Thursday in July

Strategic planning and transport committeeWednesday 18 July

Ordinary council meetingWednesday 25 July

AugustPlanning committee meetingWednesday 1 August

Audit and riskmanagement committeeTuesday 7 August

Library advisory committee meetingWednesday 8 August, 5.30 pm

Finance, policy, operations and legislation committee meetingWednesday 8 August

Strategic planning and transport committeeWednesday 15 August

Ordinary council meetingWednesday 22 August

SeptemberPlanning committeeWednesday 5 September

Finance, policy, operations and legislation committeeWednesday 12 September

Strategic planning and transport committeeWednesday 19 September

All council and committee meetings start at 6.00 pm unless otherwise stated.

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Welcome to the budget edition of Pulse.Mid-year is both a busy and exciting time as we set our budget for the new financial year.

Finalising the 2018-19 budget has been a challenging process ensuring we deliver a transformative investment for future generations without compromising on the core everyday services you expect from us.

We understand it’s a difficult time financially and we have worked extremely hard at keeping our rate increase to a modest average of 2.9 per cent which includes a 2 per cent increase to partly fund the costs of implementing the FOGO system (Food Organics Green Organics), including the purchase of new FOGO bins.

The 2.9 per cent average rate increase is the second lowest since 2000 despite a substantial increase in state government charges such as power and water. All budget items have been carefully weighed up and selected based on their importance to our ratepayers and residents now and into the future.

We’ve committed to introducing the FOGO system next year, subject to obtaining state government funding through the Waste Authority’s Better Bins program. This is an initiative you’ll be hearing more of over the coming months and is an important evolution of sustainable waste servicing. It will also ensure we maintain our current high levels of diversion from landfill.

The new bin system allows residents to separate their waste into three specific bins: green bin for garden and food scraps; yellow for recyclable material; and a smaller red bin for landfill waste.

You’ll find more information on the budget on pages 4 and 5.

The renewal of the Kings Square precinct continues to progress at a rapid rate with each day bringing you closer to a revitalised city centre that we can be proud of. I’d like to thank all business owners, residents and visitors for their patience while the work continues. We all feel the pinch of the short-term inconvenience however never lose sight that long term reward is coming.

Demolition work has begun at our old administration and library building

and we’re expecting the building to be completely flattened by the end of the year. The construction of the new building will follow early 2019.

Next door, the Sirona Captial-owned Queensgate complex has now been completely demolished. Sirona Capital is now preparing the construction phase of their part of the precinct renewal project. The multi-million dollar refurbishment of the Queensgate car park is also nearing completion and is expected to be open in October.

With the ongoing urban environment works continuing we haven’t forgotten about the natural environment of Kings Square. We recently relocated five mature trees within Kings Square during May with a further two more scheduled this month. In total, there are 40 mature trees currently in the Kings Square project area. By the end of the Kings Square Renewal project we will have increased that number to 67.

I hope you enjoy this edition of Pulse.

Philip St John - CEO

From the CEO

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BUDGET 2018–19 FEATURE

Investing in Freo’s future

New community sporting centre coming - $2.8m

Some of the highlights include:

The 2018-19 budget includes the single largest local government investment in the history of Fremantle, with the allocation of $46.3 million towards the new civic building and library in Kings Square.

It aims to deliver the transformative investment that will drive Fremantle into the future, while also maintaining service delivery and keeping rate rises to a minimum. You could call it Fremantle’s ‘investment for the future’ budget.

After years of planning and preparation, this year will see the Kings Square Renewal project really hit full stride, with the bulk of construction of new buildings taking place.

This once-in-a-generation project will completely revitalise Fremantle’s civic heart, create thousands of new jobs and be the catalyst for millions of dollars of further investment.

Total budget income for 2018-19 is $127.9 million, comprising of $3.2 million in capital grants, $29.2 million from sale of assets, $20 million in new loan borrowings and $75.5 million in operating income.

We will begin construction of the Fremantle Park Sport and Community Centre.

The new centre will see the Fremantle Workers Social and Leisure Club, Fremantle Lawn Tennis Club and Fremantle Bowling Club all housed in a single, purpose-built facility.

The centre will also be accessible to the community and includes a new car park on Parry Street, improved accessibility and sporting facilities, alfresco and balcony area plus three indoor function rooms, a café, bar and kitchen.

Improved parking signs - $165k

Major road resurfacing works have been scheduled to include the sections along Hampton Road, Rockingham Road, Lefroy Road, Marine Terrace, High Street.

We will begin investigating and upgrading parking signs around the city centre to help motorists navigate to their nearest parking spots.

Roads program - $2.5m

We’ve committed $920k towards introducing the Food Organics Green Organics (FOGO) waste service which is expected to roll out next year.

The service will include a:• weekly collection of a new 240 litre FOGO bin

(with a lime green lid)

• fortnightly collection of the existing 240 litre co-mingled recycling bin (yellow lid).

• fortnightly collection of a new 140 litre general waste bin (red lid).

The service is subject to obtaining state government funding through the Waste Authority’s Better Bins program.

The FOGO roll-out will put us on track to meet our One Planet target of a 70 per cent community recycling rate by 2020, while also protecting us from long-term increases landfill costs.

A comprehensive marketing campaign explaining how the service works will run closer to the service start date.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/fogo

FOGO a go-go - $920k

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Other keybudget highlights

Fremantle in good financial health

• $743k for more CCTV.• $250k Fremantle Town Hall internal restoration works.• $138k footpath replacement.• $115k new and upgraded play equipment.• $110k Esplanade Youth Plaza landscaping upgrades.• $60k remedial landscaping works between.

Sullivan Hall and Men’s Shed.

• $30k accessible path to periscope at Monument Hill.

• $30k bike infrastructure maintenance and minor works

• $30k construction of Bathers Beach boardwalk.• $25k to prepare concept plans for Fremantle Station

city square and Queen Street upgrades.• $15k new and upgraded lighting

The latest update on the state government’s MyCouncil website has shown the City of Fremantle is in good financial health, with a Financial Health Indicator (FHI) score of 87 for the 2016-17 financial year.

The FHI is a measurement of a local government’s overall financial health, calculated from seven financial ratios that local governments are required to calculate annually. An FHI result of 70 and above indicates sound financial health.

Of course, the FHI is only one factor to consider in assessing overall financial performance and the results are best viewed as a trend over time.

For more information on the budget visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/budget2018-19

South Terrace streetscape and safety improvements - $280k

It’s exciting times for South Fremantle with the allocation of $280k towards streetscape upgrades at the Little Lefroy and Sydney Street intersection along South Terrace.

The project to improve safety and look of the intersection began in 2017 with the installation of temporary speed humps along South Terrace. Slowing the average car speed through the intersection was a requirement by Main Roads before we could progress to a permanent solution.

The upgraded streetscape will feature:• a raised platform with new road surfacing and footpaths• wider footpaths• new street furniture• bike racks• street trees and stormwater drainage.

The aim is to transform the busy area into a public space for pedestrians and cyclists. Plus the streetscape works will make it look fantastic for people visiting the area!

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/stimprovements Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/fhi

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Quick guide to the development process The property development process involves a number of important steps which are somtimes misunderstood. Watch our two quick video guides showing how a major project (large developments including those over $10 million) and minor projects go from a council proposal to being approved or refused.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/planningguide

Tacklingvacant shops

Hilton DoubleTree Hotel construction to begin

Kings Square Renewal project update

The City is currently investigating the possibility of charging landowners higher rates if their city centre properties remain vacant for an extended period.

The proposed higher rate would only apply to ground floor areas and would exclude properties that are being redeveloped. The findings including scale of the proposed differential rate and how it could be applied will go back to council in the coming months.

Trees successfully relocatedFive mature London Plane trees were relocated within Kings Square in May. A further two more mature trees were relocated earlier this month.

Watch how they were moved at fremantle.wa.gov.au/kstreerelocation

Demo work on admin and library buildingExperienced demolition contractor Delta Pty Ltd have begun demolition work on the City’s old administration and library building. The work is expected to be completed by October, after which the construction of a new civic, administration and library building will begin.

Fremantle Council has approved SKS Land Group to begin stage 1 construction of the Hilton Doubletree Hotel including 99 residential apartments.

SKS Land Group have said work could begin as early as October 2018. The development will include the demolition of the multi-storey Point Street car park and the open-air ground level car park next door.

Agendas and minutesFind 2018-19 council and committee meeting dates, agendas and minutes at fremantle.wa.gov.au/agendasCouncil meetings are held at the North Fremantle Community Hall.

COUNCIL UPDATES

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/vacancy

High Street upgrade coming in 2019

The state government has unveiled draft concept plans for the upgrade of High Street (between Stirling Highway and Carrington Street).

The draft plans include a roundabout at the Stirling Highway intersection; a wide median to separate traffic and preserve a number of mature trees; and a single-lane service road for residents north of High Street.

Main Roads are currently finalising the design based on community feedback received earlier this year. They are expecting work to begin late 2019.

Visit mainroads.wa.gov.au

Visit sksgroup.com.au

Toilets and pedestrian crosswalk changesTemporary public toilets are currently available in Kings Square while the main toilets are closed.

The pedestrian crosswalk at Queen Street has also been moved down the steet to improve safety of pedestrians in the area.

Visit kingssquarefremantle.com for the latest info

Library reservation notices go online

Amana Living takes over Freo HACC

YOUR COMMUNITY

The next round of the arts grant and community grant funding will open 9.00 am, Tuesday 4 September 2018. Applications close 5.00 pm, Thursday 27 September 2018.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/grants

Arts and community grant funding

As part of our One Planet committement to the zero waste principle, Fremantle Library are no longer posting out reservation notices. You can still get a notice by

updating your membership details with your email or tracking your reservations at fremantle.spydus.com

Amana Living has now taken over all City of Fremantle home and community care (HACC) services. A smooth transition will ensure it’s business as usual for all clients of the service.

Visit amanaliving.com.au

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Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/fl

Kings Square Moreton Bay fig treesThanks to all those who gave feedback on the future of the two Kings Square Moreton Bay fig trees. We are currently compiling your feedback with further input from arborists and the State Heritage Office. A final decision will be made at the Wednesday 25 July ordinary council meeting.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/kstrees

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Plastic bag ban win

Do your part for the environment

We are proud to have led the West Australian charge to ban lightweight, single-use plastic shopping bags in supermarkets around the state which came into effect earlier this month. This has been a great win for the people of Fremantle, future generations and the environment.

It’s Plastic Free July which makes it a great time to reflect on how much plastic you use and how you can reduce your plastic footprint.

One of the easiest ways is to use a ‘keep cup’ instead of using a throwaway cup when out getting your morning coffee or tea.

Purple bench in honour of victims of domestic violence

Extraordinary donation by local artist

We stand together! The purple bench in Kings Square is in honour of all victims of domestic homicide in WA.

If you need advice or support please contact the Women’s DV helpline 9223 1188 or 1800 007 339.

Prominent local artist, Harry Hummerston has generously gifted 31 large, multi-colour prints to the City of Fremantle.

A number of his donated works feature Fremantle themes and icons and represent his entire back catalogue of screen prints produced between 1979 and 1991.

A sample of the prints will be exhibited at Fremantle Oval and Fremantle Arts Centre next year once the works are mounted and framed.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/plasticbags

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/hummerston

For more info visit plasticfreejuly.org

The quarterly curious learning for life program is your window into local workshops, classes and events.

Upcoming highlights:• Beginners computing: Every

Thursday from 2 August to 13 September, 9.30-11.30 am at The Meeting Place. Cost is $5 term.

• Bibbulmun Women’s Weaving Weaving: Every Saturday, 11.30-2.30 pm at Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre

• Language classes (French, Italian and Nyoongar): Weekly courses available at the Meeting Place

• Monday book club: First Monday of the month, 2.00-4.00 pm at the Meeting Place.

• My health record: Every Wednesday, 10.00-11.00 am at the Meeting Place and every Tuesday, 5.30-6.30 pm at Fremantle Library.

• Shut up and write!: First Tuesday of the month, 6.00-9.00 pm at the Meeting Place.

• Tax help: Date and time to be confirmed – check fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious

• The imaginarium (ages 8 to 12): Thursday 2 August and/or Thursday 6 September, 4.00-6.00 pm at The Meeting Place. Cost is $5 per session.

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CITY PROGRAMS

Your four page

PROGRAM GUIDE to cut out

and keep

Find more events on fremantle.wa.gov.au/whats-on

Stay warm and check out the winter edition of the Fremantle Story magazine for the latest on what’s happening around Freo.

Download from fremantlestory.com.au or pick up a copy at local cafés or the Fremantle Visitor Centre.

It’s National Student Volunteering Week from Monday 13 to Sunday 19 August. We have teamed up with the University of Notre Dame Australia and Christian Brothers College and will have more info on events closer to the date.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious

The brand new international animation screenings geared towards the entire family continues in July.

The screenings are curated by the Melbourne International Animation Festival and proudly sponsored by the City of Vincent, City of Fremantle, State Library of Western Australia and the Bendigo Bank Awesome Arts.

Bookings are essential – visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious:• Monday 16 July, 12 noon-

1.00 pm at Fremantle Library.• Tuesday 17 July, 10.00-

11.00 am at Fremantle PCYC.• Wednesday 18 July, 12 noon-

1.00 pm at the Meeting Place.

Feed your curiosity with curious!

EVENTS Find other local groups and activities in the community information database at fremantle.wa.gov.au/info

What’s on in winter

Starting Monday 13 AugustNATIONAL STUDENT VOLUNTEER WEEK

Starting Monday 16 JulyMINI REV – FILM SCREENINGS

Plastic bag ban win

Check out the July-September edition at fremantle.wa.gov.au/curious

Bush Women: 25 years onThe exhibition is a testament to the strength and diversity of Aboriginal women’s artistic practice in WA. Bush Women reassembles the original paintings from around Australia to restage this extraordinary exhibition.

Exhibition runs at Fremantle Arts Centre from Saturday 21 July to Saturday 8 September.

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EXHIBITIONS FESTIVALS

The music series continues every Thursday in July. Check out the nationally-recognised legends, hype-worthy up and comers and loveable weirdos playing side by side in a series of shows programmed in unusual venues in Freo’s West End.

Visit hiddentreasuresfreo.com.au

The exhibition looks at the practices of senior WA artists Holly Story and Kati Thamo through the lens of their enduring friendship and creative engagement with WA’s South Coast.

Exhibition runs at Fremantle Arts Centre from Saturday 21 July to Saturday 8 September

Visit fac.org.au

Hidden Treasures – Winter Music Series

Running Deep: Holly Story and Kati Thamo | City of Fremantle Art Collection

Discover the rigorous rules and perilous punishments that were a part of life aboard a pirate ship, and gather round to hear tales of menacing pirate men and women. Exhibition runs until Sunday 12 August.

Visit fremantlestory.com.au

The Spare Parts Puppet Theatre exhibition is inspired by real-life stories from rural Australia and

celebrates those who live and work on the land. Visit sppt.asn.au

Horrible Histories: Pirates the Exhibition

The Farmer’s Daughter

Visit fac.org.au

Pantjiti Mary McLean, Yultukunpa tjikini (drinking honey Grevillea) (detail), 1990, felt pen on paper, 60x84cm, Collection of the National Gallery of Australia.

Holly Story, Harvest (detail), 2007, screenprint, dyed wool blankets and wooden chair, 96x42x42cm.

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Samson Recreation Centre 44 McCombe Avenue, Samson | fremantle.wa.gov.au/samsonrecreationcentre | 08 9432 9992

TENNIS COURT HIRE

Two outdoor hard courts are available for hire on a casual basis seven days a week. Bookings: 08 9432 9992 or 08 9432 9549.

Seven days a week from 7.00 am–9.00 pm $11.00 per hour (day) or $14.00 per hour (night)

All year round

LADIES NETBALL Monday and Wednesday evenings or Thursday mornings (crèche available on Thursdays only)

$52.00 per team per game plus registration/forfeit fees

Mon – Wed – all yearThurs – school term only

SENIORS BADMINTON

Monday and Wednesday afternoons12.30–2.30 pm

$7.00 casual $63.00 for 10 sessions

All year round

HATHA YOGA Mondays10.00–11.30 am

$12.00 per session or pay by term and get one week free

School term only

SAMSON INCLUSION PROGRAM (DISABILITY)

Tuesdays (indoor soccer) 12 noon-1.00 pmWednesdays (table tennis and other activities) 9.30–11.30 am

$5.00 per session School term only

Fremantle Leisure Centre 10 Shuffrey Street, Fremantle | fremantle.wa.gov.au/flc | 08 9432 9999

HEATED POOLS Summer hours (1 October to 31 March)Monday to Friday 5.30 am–8.00 pmWeekends/public holidays 7.00 am–7.00 pm

Winter hours (1 April–30 September)Monday to Friday 5.30 am–7.30 pmWeekends/public holidays 7.00 am–5.00 pm ANZAC Day 12 noon-5.00 pm

$4.70 child swim (4-17, under 4 is free) $6.20 casual adult swim$55.80 for 10 adult swim pass$108.50 for 20 adult swim pass$158.10 for 30 adult swim pass

Centre is open every day with the exception of Good Friday and Christmas Day

FITNESS CENTRE Monday to Friday 5.30 am–8.30 pm Weekends/public holidays 7.00 am–6.00 pm ANZAC Day 12 noon-5.00 pm

$19.00 casual $171.00 for 10 visits Memberships available from $52.80 per month

Centre is open every day with the exception of Good Friday and Christmas Day

CRÈCHE Monday–Friday 8.45 am–12.45 pm Saturday 8.15–11.30 am

$5.00 for 1 child $7.40 for 2 children $45.00 for 10 visits

All year round

SWIMMING LESSONS AND SQUADS

Programs include babies; learn to swim - under 5’s and over 5’s; teen programs, adults, special needs and squads.

Subject to availabilityFor more information on swimming lessons and squads visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/flcswimschool

Costs vary depending on typeand length of program

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Celebrate your child’s birthday with the inflatable adventure in the indoor 25m pool or the inflatable crocodile in the outdoor 50m pool.

Saturdays 1.00–5.00 pm Sundays 11.00 am–5.00 pm

$130.00 per hour plus entry fees

All year round

GROUP FITNESS AND AQUAFIT CLASSES

Refer to the website for the current timetable $12.70 per class or $10.90 concession $114.30 for 10 classes or $98.10 concession

Classes are 50-55 minutes in duration

Get active in Freo

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Group fitness Aquafit

aquafit

BoxFit – Using boxing gloves and focus mitts; stimulate every part of your body with boxing, kicking and resistance work.

Circuit – Participants move from station to station performing various exercises to challenge cardio and strength.

Power Pump – A freestyle strength training class with emphasis on proper technique and form. Develop a strong and lean body using easily adjustable barbells.

Cardio Tone – A low impact cardio workout incorporating sculpting exercises to tone the major muscles of the body.

Tai Chi – Explore the many health benefits of this ancient practice including improved circulation, balance, strength, digestion, and breathing while leaving you feeling calm and relaxed.

Rebound – Bounce your way to health and fitness. A fun, low impact cardio workout with emphasis on core stability and muscle endurance on mini trampolines.

Fitball – strength and balance training with a fitball results in a stronger core which improves overall posture and leads to better body alignment.

Pilates – Focus on deep postural muscles which keep the body balanced and strong.

Yoga – Hatha yoga style to improve flexibility, tone muscles and relax the mind and body through various poses and breathing techniques.

Ezy Moves – A fitness circuit especially for older adults to develop strength and improve balance.

Zumba – the Latin inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning, feel it to the core fitness party!

Zumba Gold – Zumba moves designed with the active older adult and beginner in mind.

Shallow – This class is conducted in chest deep water performing anchored, bounce, propulsion and suspended movements. Aqua noodles and dumbbells may be used.

Deep – This class is conducted in deep water, suspended exercises and drills such as cycling, skiing and running movements are performed. Buoyancy belts are available.

AquaROM – Conducted in the program pool, this class is especially suited for those with conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, fibromyalgia and joint injuries. Balance and core stability are challenged while developing range of motion. Equipment may be used for resistance work.

Classes have number restrictions due to space and equipment limitations. Please arrive early and ensure your place in class by booking at the group fitness kiosk.

It is recommended that all participants wear good supportive swimwear and bring a towel, water bottle, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and a rashie if required.

Fremantle Leisure Centre is proud to be a

MYZONE facility! MYZONE is an innovative heart rate based system that uses wireless and cloud technology to accurately and conveniently monitor physical activity. It monitors heart rate, calories and time

exercising that converts into MYZONE Effort Points (MEPs) with a focus on rewarding effort rather than fitness. It is the ultimate workout partner.

For more information on MYZONE and how to get your own MYZONE Physical Activity Belt, contact 08 9432 9538.

Need a meeting/training room for up to 25 people? Contact us to discuss your requirements on 08 9432 9999.

Visit our website for the most current group fitness schedule fremantle.wa.gov.au/flc

Group fitness schedule

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YOUR SUBURB

Hilton town centre gets a makeoverThe Hilton town centre has finished its makeover which included road resurfacing, upgraded footpaths and kerbing plus the installation of new pram ramps.

The new landscaping features were inspired by Hilton’s rich history as a ‘garden suburb’ and features avenue

planting, new street trees, refurbished garden beds coloured fence pickets, welcome signs, new street furniture and brightly painted concrete across the pedestrian areas. Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/hiltonmakeover

Next round of verge mowingThe next verge mowing service is scheduled for September. Works will take place on weekdays between 7.00 am and 5.00 pm.

Please keep your verge free of items such as cars, boats or trailers which may prevent mowing during the proposed mowing period.

To opt-out or for more info visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/vergemowingVisit fremantle.wa.gov.au/verges

Samson tree planting completeMore than 200 new trees were planted along verges in Samson as part of our greening Samson initiative. The initiative is part of our commitment to increasing the canopy cover in Samson.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/greeningsamson

Spring is just around the corner so now’s the perfect time to download your copy of the Create Your Verge Garden booklet and learn the tips and tricks on how to develop and maintain your verge.

You’ll also be able to find out out how to apply for alternative verge materials (e.g. hardscapes) or for assistance if you’re unable to prepare your verge on your own.

We’re putting the final touches on upgraded play equipment at Davis Park, Davies Reserve, Gilbert Fraser Oval, Fremantle Park. The Fremantle Leisure Centre and Sir Frederick Samson Park.

The selected playgrounds took into account the age and condition of the playground, expected use and significance to the community. The upgrades should be finished by the end of July (weather permitting).

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/playgroundupgrades

Create your verge garden

New play equipmenthas arrived

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN…

Samson

Beaconsfield

NorthFremantle• Port Beach and

Sandtrax cleanup.

• Gilbert Fraser change rooms renovated.

• Repair of post and rail timber fencing at Rule Street Park.

• Thermal weed control on reserve interface with Swan River.

All areas• Sand sifting undertaken at all

sand playground softfall.

• Sporting field seasonal changeover from summer to winter fixtures including pitch covering, line marking, goal installations and re-turfing.

• Fertilising and wetting agent applied to all playing field turf areas completed.

• Commencement of a new barbecue cleaning contract. This is a new initiative providing a higher level of service for the cleaning of all reserve barbecues.

• Playground equipment upgrades at Samson Park, Davis Park, Davies Reserve, Gilbert Fraser Oval, Fremantle Park and the Fremantle Leisure Centre.

Hilton• Town centre streetscape

upgrade complete.

White Gum Valley• Thermal weed control

around Booyeembara Lake edge completed.

Fremantle city centre• Repairs and restorations to

heritage walls and plaques at Monument Reserve.

• Bollard installations at Princess May Reserve.

• Refurbishment of drinking fountain at Esplanade EYP.

• Installation of gate and fence section at Frank Gibson Reserve.

• Returfing of worn and damaged turf areas at Esplanade Reserve.

• Mulching of tree protection areas at Esplanade Reserve.

• The 155-bay Cappuccino Strip car park opened.

• Tree pruning works at Fremantle Oval.

• Winter verge tree planting complete.

• Mulching of Samson Park barbecue areas.

• Returfing of damaged turf areas at Samson Park.

• Mulching under large tree canopies at Dick Lawrence Reserve.

• Fencing repairs at Ken Allen Field.

South Fremantle• Mulching of garden bed

areas at South Beach and dog beach.

• Re-turfing of sand drift affected areas of South Beach Reserve.

• South Terrace road and streetscape upgrade works.

YOUR LIVEABLE

CITY

The newly formed City of Fremantle Destination Working Group has begun work on developing a destination marketing plan that supports all business-to-customer industries in Fremantle including retail, hospitality, professional services and traditional tourism attractions.

The plan will be submitted to council for approval later this year. The group includes Linda Wayman (chairperson), Karl Bullers, Olwyn Williams, Abby McDowell, Chris Lewis, Paula Nelson and Kate Hulett.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/dmwg

Freo’s new destination marketing working group

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Share your love and knowledge of Freo by becoming one of our Fremantle Ambassador volunteers.

Ambassadors are based out of the Fremantle Visitor Centre assisting visitors with information and maps. They also roam key tourism spots and greet visitors at the Fremantle Passenger Terminal.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/fa

Become an Ambassador

The City’s events calendar from next year will be reshaped to generate more tourism, deliver further support to local businesses, increase participation and consolidate Freo as a centre for arts and culture.

The most significant development will be repositioning the Fremantle Festival as a major winter festival in July from 2019. The Heritage Festival will also move next year to lift its profile to a national level.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/festivals

Year-round festival city

The City’s restoration of its historic Fremantle Town Hall has been recognised with a prestigious State Heritage Award.

The $3.1 million project, the largest heritage restoration ever undertaken by the City of Fremantle, took out the Conservation of a State Registered Place category at the 2018 WA Heritage Awards.

The judges said the project distinguished itself ‘by its

consistent adherence to Burra Charter best practice processes, thorough research, innovative technical solutions, and painstaking attention to detail in the execution’.

Visit fremantle.wa.gov.au/thaward

Town hall wins prestigious heritage award

Our very own Fremantle Arts Centre has confirmed its position as one of Perth’s most popular concert venues, with ticket sales for events over the last couple of months topping $1.2 million!

Fremantle Arts Centre ticket sales top $1.2 million

Visit fac.org.au

Stay connected to your City

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City communicationsCity of Fremantle fremantle.wa.gov.au facebook/CityOfFremantle twitter/CityOfFremantle linkedin/CityOfFremantle

General enquiries info@fremantle.wa.gov.au 08 9432 9999

Community safety 1300 360 666

My Say Fremantle mysay.fremantle.wa.gov.au

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Dog exercise areas

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Port and Leighton Beaches

RockyBay Reserve

Harvest Beach

*Gillbert Fraser Oval

North FremantleForeshore

Beach StreetReserve

Fremantle Park

Fremantle Markets

The EsplanadeFremantle Oval

Knutsford St Reserve

*Stevens StreetReserve

*Bruce Lee Reserve

*Hilton Park

*Dick Lawerence Oval

Griffiths Place Park

Grigg Park Sir FrederickSamson ReserveSouth Beach

Reserve Wilson Park

Parmelia Park

Frank Gibson Park

Horrie LongReserve

Our furry friends are an important part of our community but remember they must be kept on a leash at all times in public. We have 21 dog exercise areas available where dogs can play without a lead.

Dog off-lead exercise areasAreas marked with an asterisk become dog-on-lead zones during sporting events and training:

Beach Street Reserve, *Bruce Lee Reserve, Davis Park, *Dick Lawrence Oval, Esplanade Reserve, Frank Gibson Park, Fremantle Park, *Gilbert Fraser Reserve, Grigg Park, Griffiths Place Park, *Hilton Park, Horrie Long Reserve, Knutsford Street playground, Leighton Beach, North Fremantle foreshore, Pamelia Park, Rocky Bay Reserve, Sir Frederick Samson Park, Wilson Park, South Beach Reserve (dog exercise area only) and *Stevens Street Reserve.

Dog prohibited areasPlease remember to keep your dogs at home if you’re visiting these spots as they are strickly dog prohibited areas at all time (except official guide dogs accompanying people who are visually impaired):

Fremantle Markets, Harvest Road Beach, Hilton Park (soccer pitch), Port and Leighton Beachs, Rocky Bay Beach, Stevens Street Reserve (pitches and nets) and South Beach Reserve.

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dog exercise areas

dog prohibited areas