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ISSN: 2206-3633
EDITION #121 THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021 $1.50
WAGIN AGLOW MOTHER’S DAY HIGH TEA
Wendy McDougall
What a day, with all the preparation Friday afternoon with a lovely group of helpers and
then Saturday morning with the final touches.
We had 4 lovely Wagin District High School students – Max, Neisha, Lilly and Lara who
volunteered to help prepare the plates of food that were beautifully displayed for all of our
mothers. These 4 wonderful students then made sure that all our mothers, family and friends
were kept topped up with tea and coffee. Thank you.
We also want to thank all the beautiful women who each cooked one item of 70 pieces or
more … sausage rolls, jelly cakes, chocolate slice and the list goes on. You might be able
to spy in the photos some of the different treats that were provided by these generous
women.
The profit from our High Tea will support through Aglow Australia, our nation and surrounding
nations to see lives transformed in everyday women. Our aim for the day was to honour
and bless the mothers of our town with a special High Tea. Aglow’s motto is “every nation
touched and every heart changed” and we pray that the lovely mums and families that
came were touched and their hearts blessed.
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THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS CRC UPDATE THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
WAGIN CRC EMAILS
GENERIC EMAIL – admin@wagincrc.net.au
JASMINE WATSON – jasmine@wagincrc.net.au; bookkeeper@wagincrc.net.au
LUCILEE ILES – lucilee@wagincrc.net.au
AMANDA NERETLIS – amanda@wagincrc.net.au
WOOL PRESS RELATED – news@wagincrc.net.au
UPCOMING WAGIN CRC EVENTS, TRAINING & PROGRAMS:
• Volunteer Lunch & Pamper Session | 20th May | 10am - 2pm | FREE
• Standard Mental Health First Aid 2 Day Course | 10th & 11th June | 9am - 4pm | FREE
• Bookkeeping Essentials | Postponed to 15th June | 5.30pm - 7.30pm | FREE
• Remedial Massage For Seniors Talk | 28th June | 10.30 – 11.15am | FREE
• Water Bottle Herb Garden SHP| Postponed to July - Date TBA | $10 ($5 For Members)
• Instagram Essentials | Postponed to July - Date TBA | FREE
• Wagin Business Sundowner (Businesses ONLY)| July - Date TBA | FREE for Members
• Forklift License Course| Postponed - Date TBA | $144.80 (Concession $99.20)
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
We are currently seeking expressions of interest for a number of events, workshops and training
sessions.
BUSINESS SUNDOWNER (BUSINESSES ONLY): We are currently seeking interest for our second business
sundowner event to be held some time in July. We are looking at starting to hold these twice a year
and would love the support of all Wagin businesses and staff in order for us to continue to bring this
event to you.
GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP: This workshop will be run by Whitney Consulting. Over 2 hours she will
cover the many different aspects of Grants, including where to find them and how to successfully
apply through a written process.
BARISTA COURSE: South Regional TAFE will be coming to the CRC to run a Barista Course over 2 days.
Upon successful completion of this course, you would be presented with a statement of attainment
from the TAFE.
SNAKE HANDLING COURSE: We are looking at the possibility of hosting Snake R&R Training to run a
snake handling course which would be extremely valuable to the community, especially in the
summer months. This course would take a full day to complete and upon completion you would be
presented with a Certificate of Accomplishment recognised by the Department of Parks & Wildlife.
HEAVY VEHICLE PILOTS LICENCE COURSE: Previously we have hosted an MRWA recognised Heavy
Vehicle Pilots Licence Course and we are looking at bringing this to the community again. This 2-
day course would be held in coordination with Neil Eastough sometime later in the year.
OHS IN AGRICULTURE: This induction type course is run by Competent Solutions Training over a full
day. It is applicable to all employees, managers and contractors as all are responsible in the chain
of responsibility for OHS and the new industrial manslaughter laws.
FORKLIFT LICENCE COURSE: This course has unfortunately been postponed to a later date due to a
lack of numbers. If you or someone you know is interested please get in touch with us at the CRC
to register. We are unable to set a date until we have the required numbers so this will be
announced later.
Please check out the flyers for these in the flyers section of the Wool Press. If you are interested in
any of the above or would like more information, please contact us at the CRC. These courses and
events will only be able to go ahead if we have enough interest.
BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL: Please call us on 9861 1644 to register or enquire.
FEEDBACK
We would love to hear your suggestions and ideas on courses you may want to see held in Wagin.
We appreciate all your ideas and input which will benefit the Community of Wagin. Please feel free
to flick us an email, Facebook message or pop in to see us to have your say.
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THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS CRC UPDATE THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
2021/2022 MEMBERSHIPS ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Please fill out and detach the membership form overleaf. Alternatively, print off your copy from
our Facebook page or pop into the CRC to grab yours. Memberships for the 2020/2021 financial
year will expire on the 30th of June 2021.
SAFE WA INFO
Due to ongoing government guidelines surrounding COVID-19, contact registration is still mandatory
at the Wagin CRC for all customers and staff. There are 3 ways you can be placed on our register.
Either download the SafeWA app and scan the QR Code upon arrival, manually enter your details
into our system or fill out your information on a paper registration form. Details will only be kept for
28 days after which they will be destroyed. Regrettably, failure to register will result in you being
asked to leave the premises.
WOOLPRESS EDITORS
We would like to say a massive thank you to the members of the community who have come
forward and put their hand up to help out with editing our Wool Press. We will have a roster made
up shortly and will forward it to all of you to ensure you are available for the dates we require.
Thankyou again, all of your effort is extremely appreciated.
ONGOING WAGIN CRC EVENTS, TRAINING & PROGRAMS:
POP – UP SHOP OPPORTUNITY
Here at the CRC, we are always looking for new and exciting ways to try and help our local small
businesses. If you are looking for a temporary space to sell your products or services, then we are
now offering the opportunity to hire a space for a ‘Pop-Up Shop.’
For more details or to book a space please contact our friendly staff.
WAGIN COMMUNITY GIFT VOUCHER PROGRAM
We are hoping this new program will encourage local spending and open up a whole new way of
gift giving for our community. Buyers can come to the CRC to purchase their voucher, which will be
redeemable at all 12 of the local stores who have signed up. We have a list of these businesses
displayed in our office as well as on the back of the vouchers so you will know exactly where you
can redeem your voucher.
If you are a business and are wishing to participate, we would be extremely happy to get you signed
up. If you have any enquiries or would like to give us some feedback, we would love to hear from
you so please feel free to get in touch with us. If you are a member of the community who would
like to purchase a gift voucher, simply pop into the CRC to get yours.
CHILD CAR RESTRAINT FITTING SERVICE
The Wagin CRC have staff who have successfully completed the Nationally Accredited Child
Restraint Type 1 Fitters Course. This means we can correctly fit child car restraints to an approved
standard and give advice and consumer information regarding different types of child car restraints
and their suitability for use according to a child’s age and size. Inspections requiring no adjustments
are $5 and installations will be $20.
WATER WISE SHOWER HEAD SWAP PROGRAM
The Wagin CRC partnered with the Water Corporation late last year as a Shower Head Swap
location. This ongoing program allows you to swap up to 2 showerheads for more water efficient
models and is due to end on the 31st of May 2021 or while stocks last. That means that there is just
over 2 weeks to get yours so hurry and get in quick before this program comes to an end. If you’re
ready to make the switch, give us a call for more information.
WHAT HAVE WE BEEN UP TO?
MACRAME WORKSHOP
We were delighted to host Tammy from Pots & Tangles as well as 9 lucky
participants for a 4 hour Macrame Plant Hanger Class on Sunday the 2 nd
of May! Everyone had a fantastic day wining and dining and sipping on
bubbly whilst creating their wonderful macrame hanging masterpieces.
How gorgeous is this amazing group and their creations?
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SHIRE NEWS
Thursday 13th of May 2021
COMMUNITY BUDGET REQUESTS 2021/2022 – CLOSING THIS FRIDAY
The Shire of Wagin is inviting Community Groups and Organisations to submit their applications for
contributions to projects from the Shire up to $10,000 in value (Shire Contribution) to be considered
in the Community Budget Requests 2021/2022. Applications over $10,000 will only be considered as
part of a 1/3 Council Contribution 2/3 Organisation Group/Grant Contribution basis. Application
forms are available at the Shire of Wagin’s Administration Office or via the web at
www.wagin.wa.gov.au. Applications close on Friday the 14th of May 2021.
ROADWORKS
The Grader Operators have been carrying out maintenance grading on the following roads:
• Boyalling Road
• Dellyanine Road
• Dellyanine North Road
• Edwards Road
• Norring Road
• Pederick Road
• Piesseville-Jaloran Road
• Thompson Road
• Walkers Road
We have installed new kerbing in Johnston, Ballagin and Tudor Streets.
We have been progressing with works on the Wetlands Playground which is nearing completion.
The Construction Crew have been clearing the roadside verges on Beaufort Road.
REPEAL AND AMENDMENTS TO LOCAL LAWS
At the Ordinary Council Meeting held on the 23rd of March 2021, the Shire of Wagin resolved to give
public notice and invite comment on:
Intention to repeal the following local law:
• General and Halls Local Law 1923
Intention to amend the following local law:
• Health Local Law 2001
The current Local Laws and all proposed changes may be found on the Shire of Wagin website at
www.wagin.wa.gov.au/documents/ and at the Shire Office at 2 Arthur Road, Wagin. Any
comments regarding the proposed changes can be lodged via email to shire@wagin.wa.gov.au,
or at the Shire Office by the close of business on Tuesday the 18th of May 2021.
ADOPTION OF BUSHFIRE LOCAL LAW
At the Ordinary Council Meeting held on the 27th of April 2021 the Shire of Wagin resolved to give
public notice and invite comment on:
Intention to adopt the following local law:
• Bushfire Brigade Local Law
The current Local Laws and all proposed changes may be found on the Shire of Wagin website at
www.wagin.wa.gov.au/documents/ and at the Shire Office at 2 Arthur Road, Wagin.
Any comments regarding the proposed changes can be lodged via email to
shire@wagin.wa.gov.au, or at the Shire Office by the close of business on Thursday the 17th of June
2021.
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PROPOSED LEASE OF HANGER SITES – WAGIN AERIAL LANDING GROUND (RESERVE 20595)
Pursuant to the provisions of section 3.58 (3) of the Local Government Act 1995, notice is given that
the Shire of Wagin proposes to lease the following hanger sites to the undermentioned parties at a
rental of $450.00 (ex GST) per annum from the 1st of July 2021 + annual CPI increases thereafter;
• Site 1 – (Wagin Aero Club)
• Site 2 – (Mr Greg Ball)
• Site 3 – (Mr Gary Smith)
• Site 5 – (Ms Vicki Morris)
and that initial lease terms of 21 years be offered to lessees of these sites.
The market rental valuation for each of these sites has been assessed at $900.00 per annum.
PROPOSED LEASE OF HANGER BUILDING & WORKSHOP (RESERVE 20595)
Pursuant to the provisions of section 3.58 (3) of the Local Government Act 1995, notice is given that
the Shire of Wagin proposes to lease the hanger building and workshop situated on site 4 to Mr Paul
Drayton at a rental of $7900.00 (ex GST) per annum from the 1st of July 2021 for a period of 12 months.
The market rental for this site with improvements has been assessed at $7800.00 per annum.
Submissions on the proposed lease of these properties will be received up until noon on Thursday
the 20th of May 2021.
ELECTRONIC ADVERTISING SIGN
If you are a Wagin business and wish to advertise your business on the new electronic sign or a
Community group and would like to advertise your event, please contact Donna at the Shire on
9861 1177.
WETLANDS PARK PLAYGROUND RE-DEVELOPMENT
Work has continued on the playground at the Wetlands Park with the installation of the new slide,
which has already been getting a lot of use.
The limestone blocks along the edge of the path which will retain the new plants are going to be
planted in the near future, along with a couple more additions to the play equipment and extra
seating for people to take in the vista of the area during their walks or stopovers.
The new playground is getting a great deal of use from all ages, who can safely enjoy the area.
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WAGIN POLICE UPDATE
Please be advised that Wagin Police Station front counter will be closed for
renovations for approximately 4 weeks starting from Monday 26th April 2021.
Please be aware that police will still be conducting patrols and policing the
Wagin Community. Police attendance can be requested via 131 444.
If you are in a life threatening or emergency situation, please call 000.
WAGIN GENERAL PRACTICE
We will be offering the (Astra Zeneca) COVID vaccinations for any adult over
the age of 50 years from the 17th of May 2021. We will still be vaccinating those
in the 1b group as well.
This is a FREE Vaccine...
Please call into the Practice to obtain a consent form and to book in.
Wagin General Practice
Lot 299 Tavistock St, PO Box 48, Wagin, WA 6315
P: 08 9861 1633 F: 08 9861 1855
Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm
Book your next appointment online www.wagin.ipn.com.au or download the
free EASYVISIT app on your mobile.
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BETTY TERRY COMMUNITY THEATRE
The next fabulous movie to be secured by our fantastic Betty Terry
Community Theatre volunteers is TOM & JERRY!
Pop this great family film into your diaries – you aren’t going to want
to miss it!
This film has unfortunately been postponed by a fortnight, due to
technical difficulties with the projector.
Betty Terry Community Theatre volunteers have rescheduled Tom
& Jerry to the 21st, 22nd and 24th of May.
Volunteer staff would like to thank you for your patience and
understanding.
In this movie a chaotic battle ensues between Jerry Mouse, who
has taken refuge in the Royal Gate Hotel and Tom Cat, who is hired
to drive him away before the day of a big wedding arrives.
Available sessions for this blockbuster will be:
Friday 21st of May @ 6.30pm.
Saturday 22nd of May @ 1.00pm & 6.30pm.
Monday 24th of May @ 6.30pm
The amazing theatre volunteers are also looking forward to
another new release - Australian made film, JUNE AGAIN. You
don’t want to miss this one with some great Aussie actors such as
Noni Hazlehurst, Claudia Karvan, & Stephen Curry, just to name a
few.
In this heartfelt dramedy, during a fleeting bout of lucidity from her
dementia, June Wilton has precious little time to bring together her
estranged children, save the family business, and rekindle an old
flame.
Available sessions for this great film are:
Friday 4th June @ 6.30pm.
Saturday 5th June @ 1.00pm & 6.30pm.
Monday 7th June @ 1.00pm & 6.30pm
TICKETS: Kids $8 | Concession $11 | Adults $13
SORRY NO BOOKINGS
Kiosk Available – Popcorn, Drinks, Chocolates (no need to bring
your own treats).
We recommend to all patrons, if travelling from out of town, to arrive when doors open 30 minutes
prior to show start times in order to secure a spot.
WAGIN HOMECARE OUTING
Wagin Homecare clients went to Collie at the end of April visiting the Mural Trail, Honeymoon Pool,
and Potters Gorge. They also enjoyed a picnic lunch at the quarry, Wellington dam.
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HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!
Happy Mother's Day to all our wonderful mums! We hope you had a relaxing day with your family.
BEING POSITIVE
This simple statement is far more powerful than any of us imagine.
Building positive relationships with our children and young people to support them to have a better
experience at school is imperative. At Wagin District High we are well on the path to achieving this
through our Positive Behaviour Support strategy and using EMUS, providing face to face and online
counselling for students, having a school chaplain, using mentors, and working with families and
children.
As the key adults in our children’s and young people’s world - parents, family members, teachers,
sports coaches - we can make a huge impact on their lives. How we react to situations, the
comments we make and behaviours we display greatly influence how our children and young
people react and behave. It is important we are mindful of ourselves and how we interact and
react to daily life. Showing gratitude so we are able to appreciate good outcomes and having a
state of mindfulness - being aware of the present with purpose and without judgement are two very
strong indicators of strong health and wellbeing. If we as adults in our children and young people’s
lives can demonstrate gratitude and mindfulness imagine the amazing impact we can have. If you
do a search for gratitude or mindfulness you will find many articles, books, apps or sites you can
investigate. Give it a go, it’s fascinating!
SCREEN TIME
Many of you would be aware of limiting your child’s screen time. The recommendations of no more
than 2 hours per day and no TV, internet or phones in bedrooms have been shared for several years.
There are countless articles about the damaging effects too much screen time has on brain
development in young children and mental health in older children.
There are many positive aspects of using electronic devices to learn, socialise, be entertained and
to seek support.
The important factors to keep in mind are;
• What is your child accessing? and
• How much screen time do they have?
While screen time can be a part of having well balanced health and wellbeing, we must also
remember that relationships, conversations, laughter, fun and exercise and listening to each other
are also vital.
Try:
• going for a walk without a phone and ear buds;
• sharing a meal without phones/iPads or the TV;
• talking to each other on the drive to Narrogin or Katanning; or
• starting a gratitude journal as a family.
Have a great fortnight!
Kind Regards,
Tracy Pickering
Principal
Tracy.Pickering@education.wa.edu.au
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CAREERS DRESS UP DAY
To celebrate National Careers Week, we are having a Careers Dress Up Day
on Monday the 17th of May. Students are asked to come dressed up as their
possible future career. No coin donation is required for this event. We look
forward to seeing what our students’ possible future careers might be!
BOOK FAIR
Discover a galaxy of books when Book Fair blasts into outer space next Tuesday
the 18th of May to Thursday the 27th of May (excluding Friday the 21st). Pop into
the library before school, during lunch or after school until 3.45pm on those days
and check out the new titles and novelties on offer. We accept EFTPOS, online
payments and cash. To the Book Fair and Beyond!
YR 3 ASSEMBLY
Ms Bennett's Year 3's presented a story called 'Mad Magpie' by Gregg
Dreise. The Year 3's loved the story and really enjoyed completing a book
study on it; so much so that they wanted to share it with everyone else
at their assembly. This story is for anyone who has ever been picked on.
It reminds us to stay calm like the surface of water, yet strong like its
current and to know that there is a song out there for you.
WALK SAFELY TO SCHOOL DAY
This Friday is National Walk Safely to School Day. Student Councillors would like to
encourage all parents and carers to walk safely to school with their children and
reinforce safe pedestrian behaviour as well as the health benefits of walking. We
will be promoting healthy eating by putting on fruit, Vitawheat cereal and toast
at Breakfast Club.
WORKPLACE LEARNING
Having a Workplace Learning student allows us to not only introduce new
skills to the next generation but also gives us the opportunity to invest further
into the building industry by opening new doors for potential future
apprenticeships. - Ryan Scardetta
Our Year 10's have had a stimulating and rewarding start to the term in their respective workplaces.
A big thank you to the host employers: RJ & CA Scardetta Carpentry & Construction, Swags N Wags,
Byfields, Magic Touch Hair Studio, Wagin Mechanical, Wagin Shire, Wagin Co-op and Wagin CRC.
Wagin Shire - Tepora has shown herself to be an excellent colleague, she
works well with all members of staff and is willing to learn new things. Tepora
has worked in the Shire office every Tuesday morning and the Library on
Tuesday afternoons and has always been on time, keen to learn in both
workplaces and friendly with the staff and customers alike. She has
accepted every challenge put her way and done her very best in all
situations we have placed her in. Her first day may have been daunting at
the time, but her enthusiasm to do her best is shining through and because
of that we have been confident in giving her more challenges every week.
Any future employer would be lucky to have Tepora working with them. -
Donna George
NATIONAL SIMULTANEOUS STORYTIME
‘Give me some space!’ by Philip bunting is this years National Simultaneous
Storytime book that we will be listening to on Wednesday the 19th of May.
WORLD OF MATHS
World of Maths will be visiting on Monday the 24th of May to deliver problem
solving workshops for Kindy to Year 10 students. The sessions present practical
situations to help motivate students to solve real-life mathematical problems in
a fun & engaging way. Don't forget to return your permission note!
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Visit us at the Co-op for
Support the local store that supports you.
your selection of Cheesecakes,
We are open:
Tortes and Mud Cakes from
Monday to Friday
The Cheesecake Shop.
8:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am – Noon
Don’t forget
Phone: 9861 1444
We are agents for
wagincoop@westnet.com.au
Nelsons Dry cleaning
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Hi to all our Wagin Library & Gallery Patrons and Friends,
If when learning something new you keep making mistakes and aren’t sure where you are going wrong,
try to keep going until you know how to do it. Whether it be learning something you would like to learn
for yourself or a new skill for work, keep trying...you will get there. It could be that you are learning to sew
or knit or even learning a new program or course. Stay positive and say to yourself, “I’ve got this, I can
do it and I will get there in the end.” Never give up even if it takes one hundred attempts before you get
it right.
Here are a couple of inspirational quotes that may help you with not giving up when you are learning
something new:
❖ “Do not fear failure but rather, fear not trying.”
❖ “Never give up, no matter how hard the situation is.”
We have received a new exchange of 52 items at the Library. This consists of a combination of large
print books, audio books, junior fiction and non-fiction books and adult fiction and non-fiction books.
These items may be of interest:
‘A Court of Silver Flames’ by Sarah J. Maas. This book is recommended for teenagers who like fantasy
fiction. Nesta Archeron has always been prickly, proud, swift to anger and slow to forgive. Nesta was
forced into the cauldron. Why was Nesta forced into the cauldron? Nesta has struggled to find a place
for herself. How much danger is Nesta in?
‘Maths Mutts: All About Time’ by Charles Hope. This book is recommended for young primary school aged
children. What a fun way to learn about maths. What is time? Learn how to tell the time, keep track of
time and about different time zones. Time can be expressed as a time or a moment. Let Bud the dog
and his friends tell you all there is to know about time.
‘Hector and His Highland Dancers’ by Anthony Sevil and Amy Calautti. This book is also recommended
for young primary school aged children. Who loves chickens? Chickens and music, what could possibly
go wrong? Is it all going to be fun? Do chickens really dance?
‘A Life on Our Planet: My Witness Statement and a Vision for The Future’ by David Attenborough. David
Attenborough’s story of how we have come to making our biggest mistake and how we can put it right.
It’s barely noticeable from day to day, the loss of our planet’s wild places. If we all help, we can restore
the wonderful world we live in. This book is recommended for adult readers.
‘Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon’ by Greg Laurie with Marshall Terrill. At the peak of
Johnny Cash’s career, he had done it all. He was living the ultimate rags to riches story. From growing
up on a cotton farm in the deep south of America to becoming a Nashville and Hollywood sensation.
This is the biography of the life and legend of Johnny Cash.
‘You Don’t Belong Here’ by Elizabeth Becker. A story of how three women rewrote the story of war.
This book is about three extraordinary female journalists who permanently shattered barriers for women
covering the war. What emerges is an unforgettable story of these three journalists forging their place in
the land of men, often at great personal sacrifice. This is deeply reported and filled with personal letters,
interviews and profound insights.
‘Two Cultures, One Story’ by Dr Robert Issacs. Robert Issacs was taken to an orphanage as a newborn
baby and then later taken to a boy’s home. As an adult, Dr Robert Issacs has dedicated his life to
breaking down cultural barriers and improving the lives of his people. He has helped in aboriginal affairs,
housing, health and education. Dr Robert Issacs has been the recipient of many awards.
Book Club was held on Saturday the 8th of May at Cresswells from 2pm to 4pm. Our book club is an
informal group who catches up for a fun filled afternoon. Our Next Friends of the Wagin Library & Gallery
Meeting is on Thursday the 27th of May at 4.30pm. New members are always welcome.
We are looking forward to seeing you all soon,
Wagin Library & Gallery Opening Times
Monday 2pm - 4pm
Tuesday 2pm - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 12 noon / 2pm - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 12 noon / 2pm - 5pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 12 noon
Your Wagin Library & Gallery Team: Tina, and Calista at 3 Trent Street, Wagin. Ph. 9861 1247.
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WITH WEST ARTHUR CRC
LOCAL ST JOHN AMBULANCE VOLUNTEERS RECOGNISED
At the St John Ambulance Investiture on Saturday the 10th of April at
Government House, both Ron Knapp and Arthur Putland were thanked for
their volunteer work for St John. Arthur was promoted to an “Officer of the
Order of St John,” and Ron received his “Emerald” Lifetime Association
Certificate for 55 Years.
JESSIE HOUSE NARROGIN VISIT
Join the West Arthur CRC for a visit to Jessie House in Narrogin and check
out their health and wellbeing centre that offers respite. This trip is on
Tuesday the 25th of May with a bus leaving from outside the Darkan Town
Hall at 9.15 am. Visitors will arrive at Narrogin for morning tea and then a
guided tour around the facility with Jodie King. Lunch will follow at Williams
Woolshed. There is no charge for this trip thanks to the support of the Above: Governor of
Department of Communities. This trip is suitable for those who wish to use Western Australia, Kim
Beasley presenting Arthur
Jessie House and family and carers. Putland with his medallion.
ARTHUR RIVER HALL UPGRADE
Arthur River Hall Kitchen: The renovations to the Arthur River Hall Kitchen are underway - cupboards
have been removed and the tiling has been completed. We are currently trying to source skirting
boards to match those already in the hall. If you have any old jarrah skirting boards 160mm high
(splayed) that you are willing to part with, please get in touch with Kerryn Chia
(projects@westarthur.wa.gov.au) or phone 0429 631 044.
GET DRAWN IN!
The workshop Introduction to Drawing with Penny Elliot is on Saturday the 15th of May from 9.30am -
4.30pm at the West Arthur CRC. Come and learn the basics of the WHAT and the HOW to launch
you on your drawing journey. Be introduced to various materials and media (like pencil, charcoal,
ink & brush) and methods (contour & gesture). $30 per person. Includes morning tea, lunch and
materials.
Book now with the West Arthur CRC on 9736 2000 or email karen.prowse@westarthurcrc.com.au.
SQUARE DANCING
Ye ha! Get yourself down to the CRC corral for some
square dancing fitness fun on a Thursday morning. There is
still time to join in the program of free instructions by an
experienced caller. No experience needed and
refreshments provided. This program is thanks to a grant
from the Department of Health and the injury matters
program. Enquiries to the CRC on 9736 2000. Men and
women welcome.
MEMORY BOOKS FOR DEMENTIA
Wednesday the 16th of June at West Arthur CRC. Learn
about Memory Books and other resources for dementia.
More details to follow. Above: Square Dancing Fun with Darkan and
Williams participants - still room for Wagin
participants who are keen!
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20THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS WWLZ UPDATE THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
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21THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS WWLZ UPDATE THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
Chuditch making a comeback!
Do you know what a Chuditch is?
Also known as a Western Spotted Quoll, this guy about the size of
a cat, is the largest native carnivore to the south western area of
WA.
Historically they have been disappearing through predation by
ferals, loss of habitat, accidental poisoning and were often shot
due to raiding the chook pen in the past.
DBCA has found that numbers in south seem to be improving in
some areas. Thoughts are that this could be due to increased
efforts of landholders to manage feral cats and foxes and also
revegetation efforts to re-create habitat for them and the other
species they prey upon. With so much negative information on
damage to the environment going around, it is great to be able
to share a positive story on the hard work farmers and
landowners have been doing which is seeing some great
results!
Carbon + Biodiversity Pilot
Farmers who establish and maintain new biodiverse environmental plantings in accordance with
soon – to – be released planting protocols will be eligible to receive payments for biodiversity under
the new Carbon + Biodiversity Pilot. The Pilot is being run in six Natural Resource Management
regions across the country, including the South West Region in WA. Successful applicants will receive
a biodiversity payment offer based on estimated costs and likely revenue from the sale of carbon
credits.
The Pilot opened on April 12 and SWCC are inviting expressions of interest from eligible farmers.
To register your interest, and to find out more detail, you can go to:
https://swccnrm.org.au/carbonbiodiversity/
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NATIONAL HISTORIC MOTORING HERITAGE DAY
Sunday the 16th of May 2021 is the 15th National Historic Motoring Heritage Day, a day celebrated
annually on the 3rd Sunday of May.
National Motoring Heritage Day is an initiative of the Australian Historic Motoring Federation. The
aim is to promote and display Australia's strong motoring heritage and to also show the community,
business and government, the strength of the Australian historic motoring movement. These historic
vehicles bring enjoyment to their owners as well as the public.
Australia’s historic motoring movement has a massive input into the economy with large sums of
money spent on restoration and maintenance of motor vehicles. There is also a vast economic
benefit to businesses (e.g. motels, caravan parks, hotels, restaurants, and service stations) in the
towns and cities where events are hosted. Many Councils throughout Australia can see the benefit
to their communities and welcome events with open arms.
All motoring clubs are encouraged to participate in an event on this day as without promotion of
our hobby, the government and community support may gradually fade, and concessional
registration schemes may be lost. Our vehicles are a "Mobile Museum" of which we are the
custodians. These vehicles need to be viewed and enjoyed by the public.
The local branch of the Veteran & Classic Car Club of WA will be hosting a display at the new Wagin
Town Square in the main street from 10am on Sunday the 16th of May.
Everyone is welcome to come and have a look. If you have an old or classic car, please bring it
along.
Steve – Vintage Car Club
Contact: 0429 771 184
24THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS COMMUNITY NEWS THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
THANK YOU!
On behalf of the Iles Family, we would like to thank the Wagin
Community, Wagin Netball Club and family and friends from near
and far for the support during Christopher Iles’ journey and
celebrating his life. The donations, endless supply of food, flowers,
cards and sending all your condolences has just blown us all
away.
A thank you to our beautiful and hardworking shearing team,
Christopher and I are forever grateful for you all. Especially for the
busy bee at Kelly Patterson’s. Peter Spooner and Janet Innes, you
both brought everyone together with the amazing set up at your
farm, it was certainly one of the biggest busy bees we’ve ever
seen and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you to all involved for
helping and participating on that day.
To our loving family we value every single one of you and cherish all that you have done, this means
a lot in our hearts.
We will treasure Christopher’s memories forever, so when you sow the sunflower seeds from
Christopher’s day think of him and say Cheers!
All our love Evelyn, Kalym & Lucilee xx
SUCCESS AT STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Pamela Smit
It was rather touch and go leading into the WA Arabian Horse Association’s State Championships
held on Sunday the 2nd of May with Covid snapping at the heels of event organisers. However, all
came good and the event went ahead as planned at the State Equestrian Centre at Brigadoon,
with a guest judge from the ACT and two local national panel ridden judges.
Our Arabian Stallion, Marbling Aden (Ralvon Pilot x Marbling Amelia), owned, trained and ridden
by Chloe Scardetta, gave his best and was awarded the following:
State Champion Ridden Arabian Stallion
State Champion Novice Dressage Arabian
State Champion Arabian Ridden by a Non-Professional
Runner Up State Champion Preliminary Dressage Arabian
Runner Up State Champion Bridlepath Hack
Runner Up State Champion Open Non-Professional Rider
We were absolutely delighted as Aden went about his saddle
work like the true gentleman that he is.
Conditions were pretty tough in the indoor arena for riders and
handlers as they were asked to wear masks in line with Covid
protocols.
Our next big event is the APAHO Arabian Jackpot Show to be
held late in May at the Claremont Showgrounds with invited
internationally accredited judges from Queensland. Fingers
crossed that Covid doesn’t raise its ugly head and change
preparations leading into this show as has been done in the
past.
Again, thank you to our valued and loyal sponsors, Poseidon Equine WA, Anitone, Buggez
Bugeyes, RJ & CA Scardetta Carpentry & Construction, Kojonup BMC Embroidery, Galts Wagin
Makit Hardware and #mattildaloyaltyprogram.
Pam Smit
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26THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS WAGIN HISTORY THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
THE VALUE OF PENNY
Des Thompson
Congratulations to Jeffrey Stewart on his reminiscing of his childhood and the 20 cent coin.
His story stirred many memories of my early childhood and the value of money in those
bygone days in Wagin’s pre-war years.
My early recollections are of 1936. We were living in Kitchener Street; the house is still
standing.
In those early days, the milkman called every day. We left a billy can on the front veranda
with four pence in it for a pint of milk. The greengrocer called once a week in his utility and
people chose what they wanted on the spot. The greengrocer was Jim Lucas and his family
still live in the district.
The Wagin Co-op was the main grocery store in the town. Ron Peden rode his push bike all
over town collecting people’s orders for the week and they were delivered the next day.
There were also two other stores, Charlie Chellews and Richardsons. The money was so
different in those days. A farthing could buy you a lolly; a half penny would get you an icy
pole. My favourite was the Penny.
Mrs. Cox was the proprietor of the Rose Tea Rooms situated in the now empty premises next
to the Chemist shop. She had a chewing gum vending machine on the foot path outside
her shop. For a penny you would get a packet of P.K. or juicy fruit. After three pennies went
through, the next customer would get two packets. We soon woke up to that and waited
for the next three customers to go through.
The three penny bit, the first of the silver coins, also known as a trey bit, would get you an
ice cream cone. This was followed by the six pence, also known as Zac. The three penny
and six penny coins were in great demand around Christmas time as people put them in
Christmas puddings.
In the late thirties most people were pretty poor, money was very scarce. Four pennies
would buy a milkshake, a loaf of bread or a pint of milk. My dad was the barber; a shave
or a hair cut would cost you about one shilling, that’s about 10 cents today. Steak and eggs
at the Café would cost two shillings and six pence.
There are so many memories, but I don’t wish to bore people, just to let them know how
things were eighty years ago.
When my dad returned from being a P.O.W after the war, he recommenced hair dressing
in the now vacant premises in Butterick buildings. Every week he gave myself and my two
brothers one shilling and three pence as pocket money. One shilling was admittance to the
movies in the Town Hall and the three pence was for an ice cream cone at the Piccadilly
Café.
When I was 15 years old, I applied for a job at the Wagin Argus. The proprietor Scott Absolon
said “I’ll give you a quid,” that was one pound. On my first pay Dad said, “give your mum
ten bob for board lodgings”. That left me with ten bob, still more than I had ever had.
Most families were in the same position as us. There was no such thing as a washing
machine, electric oven, telephone, electric iron, electric appliances or refrigerator. People
had to do with a Coolgardie Cooler, a square frame with hessian sides and water tray on
top with towelling hanging down each side to keep the interior cool. Dad never had a car
until about 1960. If we needed to travel it was by train or hitch a ride.
If I had my time over again, I would not change a thing, such incredibly special precious
memories!
27THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS REAL AUSTRALIAN STORIES THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
THE NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK
Jeffery Stewart
Hello everybody,
As I have mentioned many times, we are fortunate to live in such a fine community as
Wagin. I like living in the part of town that I live in, it takes me back to when I was a young
lad. I don’t live in my neighbors’ pockets but it’s nice to have them around you. They are
good, caring people and I always acknowledge them with a wave or a greeting and they
respond with the same.
In retrospect, I’m not really an old person at 62. There are older people in our town who
can relate to this story a lot better and have a more knowledgeable memory of what once
was. As I have mentioned in previous stories, 1965 was a good year for our family but in this
case, it was a good year for our whole street. Our street which we lived on was tarred and
new gutters and driveways were installed, big news for 1965.
My family lived in what I would call an inner outer suburb of Newcastle NSW called
Adamstown. Even though we didn’t quite live on the top of the hill on our street, my mother
would tell me many times over the years that our ocean views were much better. They
probably were but it didn’t matter much to me. There was somewhere in the vicinity of 60
houses in our street and you knew everybody by name who lived in those houses. All the
children attended the local schools until high school and everybody existed just fine in our
environment. You talked to and were polite to your neighbors.
I look back at what seems like yesterday, but in reality it was 55 years or so ago. It’s not a
lot in the big scheme of things but enough to make me realize that over those years a lot
has happened in a relatively short period of time.
As I have mentioned before, we had a local greengrocer, the Howard family. We had a
lady that used to drive a horse and cart and deliver the bread from the bakery in our
suburb. Then there was Fred the butcher who used to sell meat out of the back of a Holden
panel van. I can still see my mother arguing with the guy because she believed he was
deliberately putting pressure on the scales with his thumb to charge her more. A lot used to
happen on that gravel road in 1964.
The most amazing guy was the milkman. I didn’t have a lot to do with this guy but when I
started surfing, I would be up before the sun. I would occasionally witness this suburban
superman dressed in a white polo shirt, white shorts and matching sandshoes or what we
call sneakers in WA. He’d be running up and down the street delivering milk bottles to all
our neighbors. It was poetry in motion, he never got it wrong, never ran out of breath and I
never saw him fall. His faithful off-sider would drive the milk truck where he would refill his
carryall from.
In closing, our neighborhood was my nucleus growing up. Change is a fact of life, but I
often wonder how easy it was growing up in those years. I have no regrets; I have enjoyed
seeing the changes and have embraced the technology. I also think back in wonder and
disbelief that I am now writing letters on a computer, watching movies on a thumb drive
and the list goes on. One thing has never changed though and that is, I like living in my
good neighborhood with good people around me.
Best Regards,
Jeffery Stewart.
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29THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS BEYOND WAGIN THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
WEST AUSTRALIAN BEEKEEPERS FACING “HONEY DROUGHT”
ABC PERTH – Monday 10th May
Have you noticed a decline in bees lately?
Beekeepers in Perth and WA have
experienced one of the worst seasons on
record, with some not even being able to
extract a teaspoon of honey from their hives.
That can leave bees vulnerable with little
reserves to survive in the hive over the winter
and for consumers, it means less local honey.
Beekeeper John Faherty says hot, dry
easterlies have had an impact on nectar
production.
"I know beekeepers who have had to feed
their hives with sugar syrup right through the
seasons...and that's pretty much unheard of in
and around Perth."
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE
MARK MC GOWAN – Saturday 8th May 2021
As of this morning, masks are only required in three
circumstances: on public transport, at events with over 1000
people and for staff and visitors at hospitals or
aged/disability care.
DOUBLE LOTTO WIN FOR WA
9NEWS PERTH – Wednesday 5th May 2021
Western Australia has taken home two out of three Division
One prizes in last night's $15 million OZ Lotto jackpot. Each
ticket won $5 million and were sold at Beeliar Village
Newspower and online.
RE-PLANTING FROM THE AIR
ABC GREAT SOUTHERN – Tuesday 4th May 2021
Endangered shrubs have been airlifted onto
the highest peaks of the Stirling Range for re-
planting following devastating bushfires.
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation
& Attractions is replanting Banksia Montana
shrubs, cultivated at Kings Park.
The area was damaged during a major
bushfire sparked by lightning in January 2020.
Threatened Flora Officer Sarah Barrett says
banksia numbers have fallen over the past
two decades, with recent fires nearly wiping
the species out.
"Back in about the mid-90s we probably had,
you know, 150 to possibly 200 plants, then that
reduced to about 50 plants, then after the
last fires we basically had no mature plants
left," she said.
30THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS POETRY THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
A DISEASE CALLED CHILDHOOD
Fiona Dawson
I wonder if you can climb a tree,
Or ride a bike and run like me.
I get my skills from the monkey bars,
Did you get yours from plastic jars?
A little green pill for co-ordination,
A bright red one for insubordination.
It’s diagnosed and treated but I don’t think it should,
It’s become an epidemic, a disease called childhood.
There is no play, but structured activity,
And the people follow on in their programmed naivety.
We just let it slip away and our freedom is no more,
It’s only academic they just want to know your score.
What happened to mud pies and throwing a ball,
But now it’s all whistles and bells in the hall?
When to start, when to stop and what to do,
Everyone’s the same, there is no you.
Like Pavlov’s dog they train you to obey,
They’re dumbing you down and that’s where you’ll stay.
You’re trained for a thing they call the Naplan test,
It’s there to make comparison and score your progress.
But can you tell what you’ve learnt, do you have a new skill?
Oh, sorry I forgot, they’ve probably got a pill.
They’re dedicated, you’re medicated and your brain is numb.
Just sit and watch the screen a little longer old chum.
When your eyes glaze over for more days than a few,
They’ll pop another pill; it’ll probably be blue.
They can label that too, childhood depression.
I hope you’re hearing me and I‘m making an impression.
Listen to the story, it’s happening today,
And if we don’t act, for sure it’ll stay.
These are your leaders, your society of tomorrow.
Labelled and drugged up, no feelings, no sorrow.
Is that who we want when we’re struck down with age?
They’ll say sorry my friend, you’ve reached that stage.
You won’t feel a thing, you’ll just get sleepy,
Because it’s what we do now, so don’t get weepy.
As you drift off, never to wake,
It’s because you did nothing and left it too late.
You won’t want to hear what I’ve got to say,
But im telling you now, it’s like that today.
In a world without love, there is only left hate.
Its ugly and cruel, please don’t be sedate.
Listen what I said, listen with your heart,
And do something now, let’s make a start.
31THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS ADVERTISING THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
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Located in Narrogin, the Jessie House Social and Respite
Centre provides overnight and short stay respite to people over
65, living in the community. The respite centre has been
designed so that carers can have a break from their caring role,
post hospital stays and emergency respite in a community
setting.
• Small and intimate with only 2 private rooms
• 24-hour care provided by trained and qualified staff
• Home cooked nutritious meals
• Services tailored to meet the needs of the individual person
• Includes day-time and groups activities at Jessie House
• Opportunity to interact with other clients or space to just sit
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• Spend time in the workshop or gardens in an activity.
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32THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS CANCER COUNCIL THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
Melissa Pickering
CCWA Regional Education Officer - Wheatbelt
T: 9574 5392 M: 0427 876 946
75 York Rd Northam WA 6401
Melissa.Pickering@cancerwa.asn.au
MAY 2021
WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY 31ST OF MAY
In the lead up to World No Tobacco Day 2021 on the 31st of May, Cancer Council WA is encouraging
Wheatbelt residents who have concerns about their lung health to chat to their GP as soon as
possible. According to Cancer Council WA’s Wheatbelt Regional Education Officer, Melissa
Pickering, tobacco endangers the lung health of people in so many ways. “One thing you can do
for your lung health is quit smoking,” Ms Pickering said. “It’s important to talk with your doctor and
to keep trying, no matter how many times it takes. Smoking and exposure to second-hand smoke
causes a lot of problems and affects long term lung health.”
Ms Pickering said that people often delay seeing their GP because
they are afraid or don’t think anything can be done, but things have
really changed. “There’s still a lot of stigma out there, but there’s a lot
we can do now for lung health compared to five years ago,” she said.
“We know tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure can
cause lung cancer, but tobacco use is the predominant cause of
chronic respiratory disease including chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease. It also causes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. 36% of the
burden to all respiratory conditions is due to tobacco use. We
recommend residents in the wheatbelt region who have concerns
about their lung health to chat to their GP as soon as possible.”
Past and current smokers should visit their GP if they recognise any of
the common lung cancer symptoms:
• Coughing up blood, even just once
• A cough that last for four weeks, or a worsening or changing of a long standing cough
• Repeated chest infections
• Becoming more short of breath, tired or lacking energy
• Unexplained weight loss
• Persistent (long lasting) chest or shoulder pain
To access support through a quit attempt:
• Wheatbelt Quit Smoking Program - Free local support and advice 9690 1720.
• No More Ngamari – Free culturally appropriate quit smoking program 9690 2888.
• Contact the Quitline on 13 7848; chat online at quitlinewa.org.au; request a call back by
texting 0477 765 007; visit QuitCoach www.quitcoach.org.au/; Download MyQuitBuddy app
https://www.health.gov.au/resources/apps-and-tools/my-quitbuddy-app
• Visit makesmokinghistory.org.au
• Seek advice and support from your GP, Aboriginal Health Worker, Telehealth service or
pharmacist.
Life Now Program – Free Online Meditation Course
The Life Now Program is offering a free online meditation course starting
Wednesday the 5th of May for six weeks, to support cancer patients and their
carers. We invite people affected by cancer and their primary carer to take part
in this free course, which is funded through generous community donations.
Registration is essential.
To register or obtain further information call 13 11 20 and select “speak to a nurse’
or visit www.cancerwa.asn.au and enter ‘Life Now” in the search field.
33THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS CANCER COUNCIL THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
THE WEATHER IS COOLING DOWN BUT IT’S STILL IMPORTANT TO STAY SUNSMART – THINK UV NOT HEAT
It may be getting cooler now but it’s still important to be Sunsmart and slip,
slop, slap, seek and slide when the UV is three or above. It’s important to
always remember to think UV not heat. Many people mistakenly believe
they only need sun protection on hot, sunny days. However, it is Ultraviolet
(UV) radiation from the sun, not heat, that is the major cause of sunburn,
premature ageing, eye damage and skin damage leading to skin cancer.
UV can't be seen or felt. Because of this, it can be damaging without us
knowing it at the time. The UV index tells us the strength of UV radiation each
day. Sun protection is recommended when the UV index is three or higher.
Often, the UV can be high on cool, cloudy days.
A great way to keep track of the UV index where you are is via our
free SunSmart app which can be downloaded here or by checking
our myUV website. Free SunSmart App
SunSmart FAQ - What’s the difference between SPF30+ and SPF50+?
The SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of a sunscreen is a measure
of how well it protects the skin from sunburn. SPF30 sunscreen
admits 1/30th of the ambient UV, SPF50 admits 1/50thFree and so
on. Sunscreens need to be applied liberally to achieve the
SPF protection claimed on the label.
We recommend using any sunscreen that is labelled broad
spectrum, water-resistant and SPF30 or above.
Interestingly, SPF50+ offers only marginally better protection
from Ultra Violet (UV) radiation than SPF30+ filtering out 98 per
cent of UV radiation compared to 96.7 per cent blocked by
SPF30.
SPF50+ sunscreen still needs to be applied as liberally, re-applied every two hours (or after swimming,
exercising and towel drying) and used in combination with other sun protection measures including
sun protective hats, protective clothing, sunglasses and shade.
Read more about how to be SunSmart on our myUV website.
Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea Time…..
Following the tumultuous year that was 2020, distress and
isolation challenges have been heightened, especially for
people affected by cancer. Australia’s Biggest Morning
Tea is a chance for people to come together this May to
reconnect and support those affected by cancer. Host an
ABMT in your own way -whether it’s at home with friends
or family, a simple morning tea with workmates, virtually
(COVID-19 style) or a gathering in a local community or at
school. The official day to host a 2021 morning tea is
Thursday, 27 May, however, you can register to host at any
time throughout May or June. Host or join an Australia’s
Biggest Morning Tea this May/June to raise funds for
Cancer Council’s life-saving cancer research, prevention
programs, advocacy and support services. For more
information or to register/donate please visit
biggestmorningtea.com.au or call 1300 65 65 85.
If you or a loved one needs support following a cancer
diagnosis, please call 13 11 20 to speak with a cancer
nurse or visit www.cancerwa.asn.au
Thanks so much for your kind support!
34THE WAGIN WOOL PRESS BEYOND WAGIN THURSDAY 13TH MAY 2021
FEDERAL BUDGET 2021 WINNERS AND LOSERS: WHO GAINS THE
MOST FROM SURPRISE CASH SPLASH
9NEWS.COM.AU, STUART MARSH - Tuesday 11th May 2021
It's the cash splash almost none of us expected after the sheer expense of battling COVID-19.
After staving off the worst of the pandemic and defying economic estimates that more than 15 per
cent of working Aussies would be without a job, the government is in a $53 billion better position
than it thought it would be.
Combine that with a looming federal election, a jump in income tax revenue and soaring iron ore
prices and you have the perfect recipe for a Budget that aims to please many.
Here's a full breakdown of the 2021 Budget's winners and losers:
WINNERS
LOW- AND MIDDLE-INCOME EARNERS
Do you earn less than $126,000 a year? If you do, you're a
winner in this Budget after the government announced it was
extending its low and middle-income tax offset for another
year.
In simple terms, you'll receive a fatter tax return when you
lodge your tax later this year, with the maximum "cashback"
rate of $1080 for individuals.
How much you receive back depends on how much you
earn, but the initiative will cost the government $7.8 billion
and will impact around 10.2 million Australians.
Federal Budget 2021: (Graphic: Tara Blancato)
APPRENTICES AND TRADIES
Thinking about getting a trade? You're in luck, because this
Budget will fund an additional 170,000 new apprenticeships
and traineeships, as well as 163,000 new training places to
help employed people upskill.
If you're already in a trade and worried about getting the
work, the government has continued its eye-watering 10 year,
$110 billion spend on infrastructure.
In tonight's Budget alone $15.2 billion was named for rail and
road upgrades – each of which are massive projects requiring
hundreds of labourers, engineers, skilled trades and more.
Infrastructure spending state-by-state. (9News)
WORKING FAMILIES
Aussie families who are choosing to keep one parent at home because the cost of childcare is so
expensive are set to be big winners of tonight's Budget.
To cut living costs, the government will spend $1.7 billion by increasing childcare subsidies available
to families who have more than one child under five in childcare and they'll remove the $10,650
cap on the Child Care Subsidy.
This will impact around 250,000 families and will make it possible for around 40,000 individuals to pick
up an extra day at work.
FIRST HOME BUYERS
The government has committed to an extra 10,000 places for the First Home Loan Deposit scheme,
which will see first home buyers only having to stump up a five per cent deposit to secure a property.
If you're an eligible single parent, that could drop as low as two per cent.
There is a catch though – you will eventually have to pay that back over the course of your loan.
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