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Hello Cue,
The Cue CRC is closed until further notice. As such all services and activities are
cancelled.
Please note we are still in the office, but the doors will stay locked until further
notice.
The Services Australia Access Point (Centrelink) is open, via appointment only.
Please also note that there have been delays with Centrelink via internet and
phone, due to high numbers of new unemployed people across the country. As
such clients will have to be patient.
If you would like anything printed out please send it to us via email and we’ll
print it out and allow you to pick up, by appointment only. EFTPOS payments
only at this stage.
As you come into the Cue CRC you may be asked to wash your hands or use
hand sanitiser, please don’t be insulted—this is for the safety of the CRC staff
and its clients.
We have also been advised that the Op Shoppe is closed, as well as the Tourist
Park and the Shire Offices.
We will keep our Facebook page updated or you can email or phone us for
more information.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 08 9963 1198
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The world we live in is a markedly different place from a month ago, with COVID-19 impacting on all aspects of our daily lives. I would urge everybody to strictly adhere to guidelines on social distancing, self-isolation where necessary and travel restrictions, as these are vital for minimising the impact of the virus on our community. We have a significant portion of our population who are in a high risk category and limited medical facilities, the potential for disaster is clear. The Western Australian Local Government Association has been providing daily updates to Council on the sector wide impact of COVID-19. In addition, the Shire President and I have been updated on the State Government’s response to COVID-19, and the resulting State of Emergency arrangements, in a series of webinar meetings with State Government representatives including the Premier, Minister for Health, Minister for Local Government and WA’s Chief Health Officer. We will ensure that we have the most up to date and reliable information available to assist us in negotiating our way through this crisis for the benefit of the community. To assist in controlling the spread of the virus, the cleaning frequency of Council controlled public assets has been increased. The Shire office has also been closed to all personal contact. To contact the Shire, ring 9963 8600 or email [email protected]. As the situation changes, we will provide updates on our website, Facebook page and notice boards. The library, water park, playgrounds and outdoor exercise area have all been closed to comply with a Federal Government order regarding closure of community facilities. The Tourist Park has also been closed, with current residents encouraged to vacate and return home in line with Federal and State Government advice. Due to individual personal circumstances, some residents will remain in place. All social events scheduled within the Shire over the next six months have been reviewed. Barefoot Bowls has been suspended indefinitely. The official ANZAC Day program has been cancelled, following advice that the RSL had cancelled services across the state, however individuals are free to visit the memorial to pay their respects throughout the day, provided social distancing measures are maintained and there are no more than two people gathered at any one time. Many thanks to Cue Police who will ensure that the flag is lowered and raised. Yuck Circus has been postponed to a date to be determined. Q Fest has been postponed to the Western Australia Day long weekend in June 2021. The State Government has introduced urgent changes to legislation allowing all Western Australian Councils to meet electronically. Public question time will remain, however the most appropriate way of allowing members of the public to ask questions and receive a response is still to be determined. Initially, questions may be submitted to the office for reading out during public question time. As we get more familiar with operating in an online environment, it may be possible to allow direct access to the meeting’s software platform.
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The WA Government has introduced further restrictions on travel within WA to assist in reducing the spread of COVID-19. After 11:59pm Tuesday, 31 March 2020, Western Australians will not be allowed to travel outside their designated region. Western Australian intrastate travel is defined as movement through the boundaries of the regions of Western Australia. These regions are: • Perth and Peel (due to their proximity, the Perth and Peel regions will form one
region) • South West • Great Southern • Goldfields-Esperance • Mid-West • Wheatbelt • Gascoyne • Pilbara • Kimberley. If you are currently outside of your region, you should return home immediately. Police have the power to enforce these restrictions, and fines of up to $50,000. Exemptions will apply for: • people travelling to work • attending medical appointments • transporting freight • where necessary to attend school or an educational institution • those who do not have access to groceries or supplies within their region • approved compassionate grounds. The local government areas within the Mid-West region are Carnamah, Chapman Val-ley, Coorow, Cue, Greater Geraldton, Irwin, Meekatharra, Mingenew, Morawa, Mount Magnet, Murchison, Northampton, Perenjori, Sandstone, Three Springs, Wiluna, and Yalgoo.
STAY INDOORS, STAY SAFE Rob Madson Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Cue
Next ordinary Council meeting - 6:30pm Tuesday 17 April 2020 By videoconference
Questions may be submitted for public question time by emailing [email protected]
Questions will be read out by a Shire officer and answers recorded in the minutes
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Traffic
G’day good people of Cue and We hope this edition finds everyone in our cuemmunity in
good health bearing in mind the situation the country finds itself in with regards the
Coronavirus.
Look I’m not going to spruik on but as you will see and be aware, we Police will still be out
on the highways and streets keeping an eye on things until this virus blows over.
I’m not sure how this will work but I’m guessing at this time, double demerits will still be in
place over the Easter weekend from: -
00:01am Thursday 9th
April until 23:59pm Monday13th
April 2020.
Because of the spread of the virus and how quickly things evolve, there will no doubt be
changes but just a heads up for all the driver’s out there, providing a “Lockdown” doesn’t
occur in between times and then there should be no-one out and about to earn double
demerits hey!
As you will all be aware no mass Random Breath Testing will occur during these times,
however Police will still target People who flout the Road Laws and as such breath tests and/
or drug wipes will still be conducted.
Crime There has been no reported crime since our last edition of the Police Beat, so well done all
and especially you Parent’s and kids.
Community Policing
Lads and lasses we are all aware of the rocky road ahead of us all and I hope the
Cuemmunity spirit will float to the surface like cream on milk and that we help and look
after each other as best we can. Let’s show other small Cuemmunities how a Cuemmunity
bands together for the common good of its residents.
Quote of the month
“The best thing about getting a flu shot is you never have to wash your hands ever
again...right :)?”
Senior Constable Martin REID
Cue Police Station.
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Term One has been filled with many highlights at Cue
Primary. Our first few weeks saw the great attendance
reward morning, our new school Chaplain, Miss Dani,
working with our school and positive visits from Pastor
Geoff.
A new initiative for Cue primary this term is our
Sustainability Program supported by a Woolworths
Junior Land Care Grant. Recycling bins have been placed around the
school and the community. These bins are usually collected on Thursday
and all matter is placed in the school’s compost bin which was assembled
by our students. This process will help minimize the waste going to
landfill.
During week 7 the teachers planned many activities for the students to celebrate Harmony Week.
Students sharpened their Literacy and Technology skills to interview members of the Cue
Community. Thank you to all those who were able to participate and record their many thoughts on
HARMONY.
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We held an amazing Assembly to end a Happy, Harmony Week.
Thank you to the families who were able to attend our Assembly. We enjoyed watching the
videos, looking at our great work and sharing a delicious afternoon tea. A wonderful effort by all
staff at Cue Primary.
Congratulations to the Merit Certificate recipient Bobby and congratulations to Maniah, the very
first recipient of the Chaplain Award at Cue Primary.
During the remainder of this term Cue Primary is engaging in ANZAC Day activities. All lessons
have been planned to reflect The ANZAC SPIRIT.
Cue Primary will create a wreath for the Shire to place at the War Memorial on the school’s behalf.
Mrs K
Principal - Cue Primary staff and students have been remembering to
follow all the Health Rules around the COVID-19. Well done everyone.
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To the Community of Cue,
In these uncertain times we would like to assure you, The Community of Cue we are here to
support you and will remain trading our normal hours until further notice. Obviously, changes
are occurring daily and we are keeping ahead of the game as much as possible.
We are implementing certain requirement of you, our community, and those visiting to keep
you and our staff in a safe environment. Please know we are here to support the community
and all these measures are necessary. A little inconvenience here and there is a small price to
pay we think.
Deliveries
Deliveries are changeable and although we are ordering items to keep the shop fully stocked
it will be no surprise to you that many items are out of stock. We will continue to order and
are confident in the coming weeks we will get back to a reasonable level.
Toilet Paper
With the community in mind we have taken the step to sell 2 rolls only per person per day.
This is to address the chances of those passing through cleaning us out and therefore leaving
the community without.
In House Dining
Due to the Social Distancing Regulations and for the Health of our customers and staff, the
Dining Room and Tea/Coffee area will be temporally closed. Main meals will be served in take
away containers with plastic knives and forks, no plates or cutlery will be used.
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Social Distancing at the counter.
We ask for your cooperation when entering the store. If you are feeling unwell and are
coughing or have flu like symptoms our staff will ask you to exit the store. It is not our
intention to offend and much prefer you monitor yourself.
Please be mindful when in store of those around you and our staff. For your own safety please
ensure social distancing is implemented. Our staff are following Govt. health advice, (1.5mtrs),
and so if they ask you to step back, we will be grateful for your cooperation.
If you are waiting for food orders to be prepared and there are more than 4 people in the
service area you may wish to wait outside and we will bring the food to you when ready.
Staff Preventative Measures in Place
We are sanitizing all surfaces regularly, including entry doors, fridge doors, etc. Our display
cabinet is no longer self-service and we will access food for you. The health dept. visited our
premises two days ago and are very happy with the measures we are implementing. In fact,
they said we are to be commended.
Australia Post
At this point AustPost operating hour will continue as normal. This may change as advice
continues to filter through to us.
We value the Cue Community and any concerns or questions you may have regarding The
Roadhouse please do not hesitate to approach our staff. We would ask though to be mindful
that our staff are at the front face. We are all managing this situation as best we can and ask
for your understanding and patience.
Thank you
Sue Burgess, Cue Management Team
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MAKE EVERY MINUTE COUNT
This morning I had a house guest, made sure he had breakfast and packed his lunch. Saw him
off to work with a few pleasantries, including jokes about our ages. He happily goes off to work
with his mate and as this was meant to be his last day with us, I thought how lucky we are to
have such nice guests. Less than 2 hours later, a young fella came running in asking for our
defibrillator as someone had had a heart attack in their yard. I hoped it wasn’t our guest, but
sure enough, it was. And despite the best efforts of his employer and our guests mate doing
CPR, and our volunteer ambulance crew, our guest didn’t make it. What a shock.
There’s a fellow who has a loving wife in Thailand, thoroughly enjoyed his work and had lots of
things to live for and unexpectedly, he’s just up and died.
Anyway, I’m thinking—and I’ve heard it a couple of times this week—life is short– so go wild
and enjoy it. My father used to say, “Live well today as tomorrow isn’t yours.” I didn’t quite ‘get’
it then as a kid. But I sure do now. Probably just as well that we don’t know what’s ‘round the
corner, but there can’t be much wrong with living each day as if it was your last. Sort out your
affairs as best you can, be kind, laugh a lot, invite people you like into your home, go see those
countries on your bucket list. In fact—do everything else on your bucket list. And here’s another
good tip—you can keep adding to that bucket list so that each day there is something fantastic
to look forward to. The last thing you want is an empty bucket list. That just wouldn’t do.
Patch up old feuds, take a kidto the Royal Show, or a rodeo, or a swimming pool. Take your
Mum out, or if she’s already gone, visit her grave and have a yarn. Tell her now all the things
you didn’t think were important for her to hear when she was alive. Heal yourseld of old hurts.
Watch a funny movie and laugh ‘til you cry. Indulge yourself. Yes, but that cream cake, enjoy a
quality meal, read a biography on one of your life heroes. Sleep in late, or stay up late and
watch the night sky for an hour or two.
These are all simple things to do and many are absolutely free. Grab hold of life and live it hard.
Remember this—if you aren’t living life on the edge, you’re taking up too much room.
Keep Smiling,
Joyce Penny.
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Walga Rock
Well, if there was ever a time to rediscover the bush, it would be now. There has been some
exciting developments around town that you may not have noticed, or been aware were even
happening!
We have a very active member of our community who has been working on cleaning out the
water holes around our district, ensuring that they are managed and protected for future
generations. A big shout out to Jeff Barnard for his tireless work in making our environment
better for all of us.
Did you know that Jeff is starting up walkabout tours in our area? Including guided tours to
Walga Rock to explore the art gallery, guided walking tours around town, and walkabout tours
across our magnificent country, Barna is offering unique experiences in our local area.
While there are restrictions in place for tourists from overseas, interstate and even intrastate,
maybe now is the time to rediscover your local area!
….looking a bit murky…... …yep, full of mud
…and now clean, ready for the next rain!
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Cue Heritage Discovery Centre
The Cue Heritage Discovery Centre has been moving along nicely in the last
month. The dividing wall is now installed, and the plinth in place. The display
cabinets have also been built, and the display for the hologram is in its early
stages as well.
We have, unfortunately, had to postpone the opening due to COVID-19, but we
will endeavour to have the building ready anyway, and as soon as the
restrictions are removed regarding people moving around and close contact,
then we will reschedule the opening. Watch this space for information about the
opening event.
A big thank you to Sandra and Phil Box, who have been an amazing asset to the
town. They have been volunteering for the project – and have been working
diligently on collecting information about the artefacts and loading photos into
our new database that will be the foundation for the cataloguing of the pieces
we have.
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HON ROBIN SCOTT MLC OF KALGOORLIE-BOULDER
Member for Mining and Pastoral
At the age of sixteen Robin Scott came from Scotland with his parents to Western Australia, where he enrolled as an apprentice electrician. Immensely proud of his trade, Robin has worked for more than 30 years as an electrical contractor to the WA mining industry, especially the Goldfields. Flying himself and his staff to electrical contracting assignments, Robin logged 4,000 hours in his Rockwell Commander, the aircraft he now uses to service his constituents in the vast Mining and Pastoral Region.
Robin is an enthusiastic campaigner for job opportunities through creating more apprenticeships for young men and young women. The Federal Government has partially embraced the Pauline Hanson’s One Nation Policy of subsidising apprentice wages 75% in the first year, 50% in the second and 25% in the third year. Robin Scott moved the Disallowance Motion which defeated the Government’s attempt to increase the Gold Royalty by 50%. Robin is determined to protect and promote mining and led the defence against water charges for prospectors and small miners. Robin’s priorities for 2019 include: Water pipeline south from the Kimberley Supply good clean water for all regional people Reopen the Department of Mines Industry Regulation Safety Office in Norseman Sealing the Wiluna-Meekatharra Road Insist on rapid delivery of the promised MRI machine for Kalgoorlie Big upgrade for palliative care in the regions Aged care facility for Leonora New hospital for Laverton New hospital for Meekatharra Ensure the Nursing posts are manned by more than one nurse and are secure and
safe for staff Abolish fringe benefit tax to encourage FIFO workers to live locally Speed up dog fencing and increase the number of professional doggers More jobs through quicker approvals for mines
Hon Robin Scott MLC
99 Burt Street BOULDER WA 6432 [email protected]
(08) 9093 1455 M: 0499 906 522
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