City of Canning

Don’t miss your last chance to nominate a local hero for the Auspire – Australia Day Council Western Australia, Community Citizen of the Year Awards with nominations closing this Thursday 31 October. These Awards give us the opportunity to celebrate the positive impact of individuals and groups who are engaged and committed to our local area. For more information or to nominate go to https://lnkd.in/dWJucdb @australiadaywa #whatsonincanning

Don’t miss your last chance to nominate a local hero! Nominations for the Auspire – Australia Day Council Western Australia, Community Citizen of the Year Awards close Thursday 31 October. These Awards give us the opportunity to celebrate the positive impact of individuals and groups who are engaged and committed to our local area. For more information or to nominate go to https://lnkd.in/dWJucdb

📄 CORINTHIAN PARK HALL RENEWAL TENDER 📄 The City is inviting tenders for the Tender No. RFT 33/2024 Corinthian Park Hall Renewal in Shelley. A Non-Mandatory briefing will be held on Thursday 17 October at 10am at Corinthian Hall on Beatrice Avenue, Leach Hwy, Shelley WA 6148. All electronic submissions files shall be clearly named with the City’s Tender Number as stated above and the Tenderer’s Name; and lodged by the specified time and date. Any Respondent found to have canvassed City of Canning officers or elected members will be disqualified from the tender process. For more information about the Tender Documents, Contract Requirements, Lodgement or enquires about other Tenders that are available, please visit bit.ly/3YndXN2

The City of Canning is partnering with Summation to develop a pilot Eco-Audit program for Canning small businesses, and are inviting Canning small businesses employing up to 20 people to participate in this FREE program. ' Summation will conduct an audit of your business and provide you with a report outlining opportunities to reduce energy and water consumption, and improve waste management practises. You will also be invited to attend a workshop with Summation following the completion of the eco-audits, allowing you to ask questions and seek further advice on the recommendations provided. To register your interest please email sustainability@canning.wa.gov.au with your full name, business name and contact number with the subject line ‘Commercial Eco-Audit pilot program’ and our team will be in touch with further information. Numbers are limited so if you are interested in participating, please get in touch as soon as possible. #sustainability #cleancanning

With renovations completed, the stunning new Prendwick Pavilion was officially opened on Tuesday October 8 by Mayor Patrick Hall, Deputy Mayor Amanda Spencer-Teo, Councillor Shen Sekhon and Councillor Paul Tucek. These brand-new clubrooms feature: ✔️ Improved changerooms with showers and toilet facilities for seasonal sports groups ✔️ Improved accessible and inclusive facilities for sports participants and spectators ✔️ More storage space for sports groups ✔️ Indoor social gathering space with full viewing of the playing field ✔️ Improved kitchen / kiosk area, now with greater functionality Come check out the fantastic new Prendwick Pavillion and join us in celebrating this incredible space for our local community! This project was funded in part by the State Government under the Community Sporting Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF) grant funding programme. @departmentoflocalgovernmentsportandculturalindustries #community #brighterfuture

🌏 Today is World Homeless Day 🌏 The City acknowledges that homelessness is a complex and escalating challenge that impacts individuals in Canning and across Australia. The City’s Homelessness Plan aligns with the State Government’s 10-Year Strategy on Homelessness, "All Paths Lead to a Home," and aims to sustain vital programs, initiatives, and partnerships that provide support to those in need. 👉 View the Homelessness Plan at https://lnkd.in/gxihCVbD, or click on the link in bio #safecanning

Is your business going green? Enter the Switch Your Thinking, Switched on Business Awards to showcase your efforts! Apply now to share your story and go in the running to receive: 🏆 A framed Switched on Business Award certificate presented to your business by a representative of your Local Council. 🎉 An award ceremony at your workplace to celebrate your win with catering provided. 🎉 Feature on Switch Your Thinking website and socials. Apply by going to https://lnkd.in/gUVpCKBX by 5pm, 1st November 2024.

Learn how to host your own community event. Starting from 16 October we will be running a series of 5 free mini workshops for anyone wanting to learn more about the following topics: 1️⃣ Running community events 2️⃣ Managing and recruiting volunteers 3️⃣ Digital marketing 4️⃣ Canva creatives 5️⃣ Post event evaluation learnings ⏳ Spaces are limited and registrations are essential. Sessions can be attended as a series or individually. To find out more and to register visit https://lnkd.in/g2ENTN-E, or click on the Upcoming Events link in bio. #neighbourhood

Nominate your local community hero! City of Canning residents can nominate and celebrate their local community heroes with nominations for the Auspire – Australia Day Council Western Australia, Community Citizen of the Year Awards now open until 31 October. These Awards give us the opportunity to celebrate the positive impact of individuals and groups who are engaged and committed to our local area. For more information or to nominate go to https://lnkd.in/dWJucdb #WereAllPartOfTheStory

Green light for Queens Park Open Space! A huge milestone was reached recently, as the tender for the Queens Park Open Space construction was approved by Council and awarded to Phase3 Landscape Construction Pty Ltd. @phasethreelandscaping Construction is due to get underway in November for this exciting project which will include upgrades to Maniana Park, the construction of a new carpark on Whitlock Road, improvements to the bushland walk trail and the formalising of the Wharf Street carpark. The long-term vision for the area is to improve connectivity with the recently developed Sam Kerr Football Centre, creating a vibrant sporting and community precinct This project has been made possible with the Australian Government contributing $5.3 million through the Priority Community Infrastructure Program.