On Friday November 22nd rid yourself of the confusion and take the leap to learn the basics of Canva! What is Canva? A FREE* online design platform that can help you create professional invites, flyers, documents and social media posts – perfect for your business or personal events!
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An interactive workshop, you’ll be hands on in learning how to use Canva! BYO laptop and we’ll take you step by step through using Canva templates and creating your very own flyer from scratch. After attending a successful workshop held earlier this year at the CRC, past participants commented ‘The course is well organised, clear, easy to follow and interesting!’ also ‘Easy to keep up and the shared hints and tips that I wouldn’t have known if I played around myself were great!’.

Cost is $10 for non-members and FREE for members. A minimum of 2 and maximum of 6 people are required for this workshop to proceed. Registration is essential, please contact the CRC by Friday November 15 on 9863 4829 or email admin@dumbleyungcrc.com

Don’t wait til it’s too late! With a new date and time the Dumbleyung CRC have rescheduled the ‘Is your estate in order workshop’ with visiting facilitators from the Albany Community Legal Centre.
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On Wednesday November 27, Paralegal Vanessa Hillerman and Disability Advocate Denise Kay will facilitate an interactive information session which will help to cover Powers of Attorney, Enduring Power of Guardianship, Probate and Wills.

Only $5 per person with coffee, tea and light snacks and with question time available with both Vanessa and Denise, you would be silly to this miss this great opportunity! If you have some burning questions and would like us to share them privately with Vanessa or Denise please send the CRC an email or pop in and see us.

Registration is essential for this event to proceed! Please contact the CRC by Monday November 25, 2019 on 9863 4829 or email admin@dumbleyungcrc.com.  

Some beautiful classic cars were seen in our region over the past weekend. 30 odd Buick Club members left Perth Friday morning and travelled down to Kukerin to Johnno and Kaye Cooks Farm for afternoon tea and a browse through the sheds.

They left the farm and went over to Mary’s Cottages to settle into their accommodation and get ready for a fun BBQ and Fire Pit evening.

Saturday morning it was up and into Kukerin to fuel up in preparation to do some good country miles. First stop was the Pingrup Painted Silos and the Store Café for morning tea. Next was off to Newdegate for more Painted Silos and a picnic lunch in the Pioneer Park. Thanks to the Newdegate IGA. After lunch it was a leisurely cruise back to Mary’s Cottages for a mini rest. Late afternoon it was all aboard the School buses to take us out to Walkers Winery for dinner where we all enjoyed a beautiful meal and a “Story Telling Session” some true and some not so true?

Sunday morning it was pack up and off to Dumbleyung to check out The Bluebird and CWA ladies. From there it was off to Katanning to the Dome for morning tea and a tour over the old Premier Flour Mill. Next was the Wagin Historical Village Café for lunch and a wander around all the old buildings etc.

The Buick Members, hot and exhausted, left Wagin and headed back to Perth having travelled over a 1000kms in their cars and having a new appreciation of the region in which we live. 

All in all it was a memorable weekend for the club members.
Article by Kaye Cook

The Landcare Committee will again offer a subsidy, providing you place your seedling order through the Landcare Office before 25 November 2019. 

The LCDC will offer a 25 cent subsidy (ex GST) to a maximum of 1000 seedlings and will encourage orders to be a minimum of 10 trays (saltbush has 100 seedlings per tray) and must be planted in the shire next year. Orders will be on a first come basis as the total subsidy will be capped at $4,500.
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The purpose of the subsidy is to encourage paddock revegetation to combat wind erosion, provide out of season fodder for stock, re-establish cover on saltland, stabilise creeklines, shade and shelter for stock or just to entice the birds and the bees back into the local environment.

First time tree planters or those who have not received free seedlings (project funded) in the past few years are encouraged to take this offer up.

Seedlings can be sourced from your preferred Nursery, but orders must be lodged via the Landcare Office. Delivery from Tincurrin may be arranged to a central drop off in July 2020, however you are encouraged to arrange for your own pick up.

If you require a site inspection to confirm suitable species to plant or need advice on site preparation techniques, please contact Claudia. The LCDC have a twin disc ripper mounder available and for a nominal donation you can use it for a full or half day to prepare your site.  You will be responsible to fence the site to prevent stock grazing the trees and no stock until the saltbush has established.

You will be invoiced by the Nurseries for full payment of your seedling order.

You can supply your banking details when you place your order at the Landcare Office and the subsidy of $250 (+ GST) will be credited to your bank account after you have planted your trees.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 25 November 2019

Contact: Claudia Hadlow on 0429 612 447 or landcare@dumbleyung.wa.gov.a

Twelve players turned up for Corporate Bowls on Wednesday, one bowl each until the heavens opened up! Straight back in to the club for a bit of elbow bending, never to come outside again. Hayden Gossage celebrated his birthday (Happy Birthday Hayden!) and there was cake – yum yum! Especially the chocolate cup – some bugger pinched it off Davina, was not happy!!

Clem Henry is back – how long for, who knows? Jose won the money.
Players this week included G.Jose, G.Bate-up, P.Payne, M.Roberts, S.Hughes, M.Lathwell, P.Crispin, G.Cronin, C.Henry, B.Temby, B.Hannah and R.Hall. Unfortunately, scores aren’t good enough to mention.
Article by Grant Cronin

Last Saturday Kukerin travelled to Karlgarin for the pennant match.  Played in cool conditions with a slightly gusting breeze across the green which made bowling at times a bit of a challenge.  The game opened up with one Kukerin rink away to a flyer and the other three into a close tussle.  As the afternoon progressed the leading rink continued on and two other Kukerin rinks finally gained control whilst the fourth rink lost by the narrow margin of one shot, which left Kukerin as victor’s three rinks to one and a winning score of 7—1. This leaves the club leading the competition after three rounds, however there is a lot of the season to be played yet.
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On Sunday with Captain Ross away, Debbie Smith organised a two bowls pair’s competition with each player allocated a number and playing for points. Clever juggling of players as there was an odd number so partners were changed every game. At the end of the days play points were tallied and winner of the day was Debbie Smith and runner-up Clive Bahr.

Next Sunday there will be social bowls from 3.00 pm. Although the harvest will be under way provided the weather is fine we hope to see a decent attendance because we will be playing pennants at home the following Saturday against Newdegate.  If there is to be any change in times players will be advised by the captain.

Congratulations to Bev Davidson, Debbie Smith, Therese King and Bev’s sister Kerry White from Manning Bowling Club, who travelled to Quairading Ladies day last Friday and played well enough to come home as the winners.  Finally, congratulations to first time new grandparents Jenny and Jeremy Joyce. Trust that all is well.
Article by Phil Adam

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF ELECTORS & ANNUAL REPORT
The Annual General Meeting of Electors is to be held on: Tuesday 26th November 2019
Time – 7.00pm
Where – Council Chambers, Dumbleyung
Purpose of meeting and order of business:
•             Confirmation of Minutes of EGM held on 5 February 2019
•             Receive Shire Presidents Report 2018/2019
•             Receive Auditors Report 2018/2019
•             Receive Annual Report 2018/2019
•             General Business
Copies of the Annual Report for 2018/19 are available at the Dumbleyung Shire Office, Dumbleyung Library, Kukerin Library and the Shire Website www.dumbleyung.wa.gov.au
Copies will also be available at the meeting.
Thank you, Shire of Dumbleyung

FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITY - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - HORSE PADDOCK LEASE
Expressions of Interest are invited for a three-year lease of the land known as the ‘Horse Paddock’. The lease will run from 1 March 2020 to 28 February 2023 and will be given on the proviso that once during the three years a legume crop is grown and a one tonne per hectare lime program is carried out within the first year of the lease.
Expressions of interest close at 5:00pm on Wednesday 11 December 2019 and are to be sent to the Shire for the attention of Ms Zoey Eyre, PO Box 99 Dumbleyung WA 6350 or emailed to zeyre@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au.

SHIRE OF DUMBLEYUNG SALE OF UNUSED MATERIALS (FENCING)
The Shire of Dumbleyung proposes to dispose of the following fencing materials surplus to the requirements of the Fence Road Project and is seeking offers to purchase the material.
The cost to replace these materials is estimated at between $7,500 and $8,000. A reserve price has been set, and the materials will not be sold if this is not reached.
Persons wishing to purchase the materials should provide a written offer, addressed to the undersigned, and delivered to the Shire Administration Office or emailed to  ceo@dumbleyng.wa.gov.au by 4.00pm Friday 16 November 2019, stating the amount being offered for each separate lot.
Lot 1
15 x 200m rolls of Southern Wire Fastlock 6/90/45
Lot 2
26 - 3.5”x 2.16m prefab strainers
55 - 1.5”x 3.25m struts
17 - 1.5” x 2.2m struts
Inspection of the materials can be arranged by contacting the undersigned or Calvin Shotter, Manager of Works and Services on 9863 4012.
Peter Crispin, Chief Executive Officer, PO Box 99, Dumbleyung WA 6350

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST COUNCIL CHRISTMAS CATERING
The Shire of Dumbleyung is seeking expressions of interest to supply food and catering services for the Council Christmas Dinner in December.
When:     Thursday 19 December 2019 at 7pm
Where:    Shire of Dumbleyung Council Chambers                           
Numbers: 30-40 people (numbers confirmed closer to date)
Budget:   Maximum $40 per head
3 Course Meal comprising of Appetisers,
Main Course and Desserts required.
To register your interest please submit a menu to Zoey Eyre by 4.00pm Monday 2 December 2010 by post to: Shire of Dumbleyung, Attention – Zoey Eyre, PO Box 99 Dumbleyung WA 6350, dropped in to the administration office or emailed tozeyre@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au
For further information please contact Zoey Eyre on 9863 4012 or emailzeyre@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au

BUILDING A SHED, HOUSE OR ANY OTHER STRUCTURE ON YOUR FARM OR IN TOWN?
The Shire of Dumbleyung requires that a Building Permit be issued prior to the construction of a shed, patio, pergola, carport, garage, outbuilding, new dwelling or additions to an existing dwelling, grouped dwelling or additional dwellingboth in town and on farms. Please visit https://www.dumbleyung.wa.gov.au/building for further information and contact the 9863 4012 prior to commencing any works to ensure you have the relevant approvals. 

PREPARE YOUR HOME AND PROPERTY FOR THE BUSHFIRE SEASON
The below website links contain everything you need to know about fire safety. Can’t access the links? Just contact the shire office if you have any questions.
 ARE YOU READY | FULL WEBSITE
http://areyouready.wa.gov.au/
CHECKLIST PREPARING YOUR PROPERTY
http://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/safetyinformation/fire/bushfire/BushfireChecklists/DFES_Bushfire_Checklist-Preparing_your_property.pdf
PREPARE ACT SURVIVE GUIDE
http://areyouready.wa.gov.au/documents/14467-PAS-2014-WEB.PDF
RESTRICTED BURNING PERIOD
19th September to 31st October
1st February to 31st March
Restricted Burning Period – It is unlawful to set fire to the bush during this time except in accordance with a permit obtained. The Restricted Burning Period can be varied i.e. shortened, extended, suspended, reimposed by the Shire 14 days at a time if seasonal conditions require.
 PROHIBITED BURNING PERIOD
1st November to 31st January
Burning is also prohibited on Good Friday and Easter Sunday
Prohibited Burning Period – means that the time of the year during when it is declared by the Minister to be unlawful to set fire to the bush. Protective burning and burning to harvest clover can be carried out during this time only in accordance with a permit obtained.
REMINDER: BE FIRE SAFE ANNUALLY BY NOVEMBER 1 (Mowing and fire breaks)

HOUSES FOR RENT
Well aged units available for rent:
42A Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
23 Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
1/32 Bath Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
2/32 Bath Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
27B Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
 
FACILITY & EQUIPMENT HIRE
When hiring facilities, plant and equipment from the Shire, please complete the paperwork and pay the bond and hire fee at the office. On returning equipment, please contact the office for an inspection and refund of the bond.

READ THE MOST RECENT LAKE EXPRESS NEWSLETTER HERE:https://mailchi.mp/97f462654646/shire-newsletter-lake-express-2547345

​The shire office will be closed from 11:30am - 2pm Tuesday 5th November for Melbourne Cup. Enjoy the race :) 
 
FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITY - Expressions of Interest - Horse Paddock Lease
Expressions of Interest are invited for a three-year lease of the land known as the ‘Horse Paddock’. The lease will run from 1 March 2020 to 28 February 2023 and will be given on the proviso that once during the three years a legume crop is grown and a one tonne per hectare lime program is carried out within the first year of the lease.
Expressions of interest close at 5:00pm on Wednesday 11 December 2019 and are to be sent to the Shire for the attention of Ms Zoey Eyre, PO Box 99 Dumbleyung WA 6350 or emailed to zeyre@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au.
 
SHIRE OF DUMBLEYUNG SALE OF UNUSED MATERIALS (FENCING)
The Shire of Dumbleyung proposes to dispose of the following fencing materials surplus to the requirements of the Fence Road Project and is seeking offers to purchase the material.
The cost to replace these materials is estimated at between $7,500 and $8,000. A reserve price has been set, and the materials will not be sold if this is not reached.
Persons wishing to purchase the materials should provide a written offer, addressed to the undersigned, and delivered to the Shire Administration Office or emailed to  ceo@dumbleyng.wa.gov.au by 4.00pm Friday 16 November 2019, stating the amount being offered for each separate lot.
Lot 1
15 x 200m rolls of Southern Wire Fastlock 6/90/45
Lot 2
26 - 3.5”x 2.16m prefab strainers
55 - 1.5”x 3.25m struts
17 - 1.5” x 2.2m struts
Inspection of the materials can be arranged by contacting the undersigned or Calvin Shotter, Manager of Works and Services on 9863 4012.
Peter Crispin, Chief Executive Officer, PO Box 99, Dumbleyung WA 6350
 
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF ELECTORS & ANNUAL REPORT
The Annual General Meeting of Electors is to be held on: Tuesday 26th November 2019
Time – 7.00pm
Where – Council Chambers, Dumbleyung
Purpose of meeting and order of business:
•             Confirmation of Minutes of EGM held on 5 February 2019
•             Receive Shire Presidents Report 2018/2019
•             Receive Auditors Report 2018/2019
•             Receive Annual Report 2018/2019
•             General Business
Copies of the Annual Report for 2018/19 are available at the Dumbleyung Shire Office, Dumbleyung Library, Kukerin Library and the Shire Website www.dumbleyung.wa.gov.au
Copies will also be available at the meeting.
Thank you, Shire of Dumbleyung
 
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST COUNCIL CHRISTMAS CATERING
The Shire of Dumbleyung is seeking expressions of interest to supply food and catering services for the Council Christmas Dinner in December.
When:     Thursday 19 December 2019 at 7pm
Where:    Shire of Dumbleyung Council Chambers                           
Numbers: 30-40 people (numbers confirmed closer to date)
Budget:   Maximum $40 per head
3 Course Meal comprising of Appetisers,
Main Course and Desserts required.
To register your interest please submit a menu to Zoey Eyre by 4.00pm Monday 2 December 2010 by post to: Shire of Dumbleyung, Attention – Zoey Eyre, PO Box 99 Dumbleyung WA 6350, dropped in to the administration office or emailed to zeyre@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au
For further information please contact Zoey Eyre on 9863 4012 or email zeyre@dumbleyung.wa.gov.au
 
CLOSE TOMORROW (THURSDAY)!!Citizen of the Year Awards NOMINATIONS
Do you know an outstanding community member or group who deserves a little recognition for their efforts?
Nominate them today for the Shire of Dumbleyung Community Citizen of the Year Award!NOMINATIONS CLOSE 31ST OCTOBER
Request a nomination form at the shire office or nominate online: 
www.surveymonkey.com/r/citizenofyear
Awards presented at the annual Shire Australia Day Breakfast 
 
COUNCIL WRAP UP
Following elections, Cr Julie Ramm has been elected unopposed as Shire President and Cr Jacki Ball has been elected as Deputy Shire President.
Decisions from the Ordinary Meeting of Council held in Dumbleyung 24 October 2019.

• The Shire will be conducting an Extraordinary Election on 17 January 2020 to fill one vacancy for the North ward. Advertising will commence soon, and the official nomination period will be 4 December to 11 December 2019
• The Shire approved an additional service charge for the Fence Road Drainage Scheme to cover the cost of damage repairs and annual administration fee to be charged at an equal rate per landowner. The disused fencing material will be re-advertised with the addition of a reserve price

• Council will provide a response to the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries regarding the proposed Draft Code of Conduct and Draft CEO Standards
• Council gave Development Approval for a Home Occupation (Food Production) Application for Lot 19 (No 25) Taylor Street, Dumbleyung
• Council gave Development Approval for a Home Occupation (Food Production) Application for Lot 165 (No 38) Taylor Street, Dumbleyung
• Council gave Development Approval for a Home Occupation (Food Production) Application for Lot 5955 (No 1652) White Well Road, Dongolocking
• Council gave Development Approval for a New Retaining Wall on Lot 11 (No 26) Love Street, Dumbleyung
• Council gave a two-year extension on the Development Approval for a Single House and associated garage and carport on Lot 185 (No 91) Taylor Street, Dumbleyung
• Council adopted the Shire of Dumbleyung Audit Management Report for 2018/19
• Council accepted the Shire of Dumbleyung Annual Report for 2018/19
• Council set the date for the Electors’ General Meeting which will be held in Council Chambers at 7.00pm on 26 November 2019

As part of the funding of repair for the Fence Road Drainage Scheme, the Shire will be disposing of the disused fencing materials. A separate advertisement will contain the details including that a reserve has been set and that if the highest bid is under the reserve it will not be accepted.
As there will need to be an Extraordinary Election for the vacancy on Council, please consider whether you could help with decision making for the community and apply for this position. If you have any queries, please contact one of the existing Councillors or the Chief Executive Officer.
Peter Crispin, Chief Executive Officer
 
Building a Shed, House or Any Other Structure ON YOUR FARM OR IN TOWN?
The Shire of Dumbleyung requires that a Building Permit be issued prior to the construction of a shed, patio, pergola, carport, garage, outbuilding, new dwelling or additions to an existing dwelling, grouped dwelling or additional dwellingboth in town and on farms. Please visit https://www.dumbleyung.wa.gov.au/building for further information and contact the 9863 4012 prior to commencing any works to ensure you have the relevant approvals. 
 
Prepare Your Home and Property for the Bushfire Season
The below website links contain everything you need to know about fire safety. Can’t access the links? Just contact the shire office if you have any questions.
 ARE YOU READY | FULL WEBSITE
http://areyouready.wa.gov.au/
CHECKLIST PREPARING YOUR PROPERTY
http://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/safetyinformation/fire/bushfire/BushfireChecklists/DFES_Bushfire_Checklist-Preparing_your_property.pdf
PREPARE ACT SURVIVE GUIDE
http://areyouready.wa.gov.au/documents/14467-PAS-2014-WEB.PDF
RESTRICTED BURNING PERIOD
19th September to 31st October
1st February to 31st March
Restricted Burning Period – It is unlawful to set fire to the bush during this time except in accordance with a permit obtained. The Restricted Burning Period can be varied i.e. shortened, extended, suspended, reimposed by the Shire 14 days at a time if seasonal conditions require.
 PROHIBITED BURNING PERIOD
1st November to 31st January
Burning is also prohibited on Good Friday and Easter Sunday
Prohibited Burning Period – means that the time of the year during when it is declared by the Minister to be unlawful to set fire to the bush. Protective burning and burning to harvest clover can be carried out during this time only in accordance with a permit obtained.
REMINDER: BE FIRE SAFE ANNUALLY BY NOVEMBER 1 (Mowing and fire breaks)
 
Houses For Rent
Well aged units available for rent:
42A Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
23 Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
1/32 Bath Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
2/32 Bath Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
27B Manser Street, Kukerin: 2 Bed, 1 Bathroom $150 per week
 
Facility & equipment hire
When hiring facilities, plant and equipment from the Shire, please complete the paperwork and pay the bond and hire fee at the office. On returning equipment, please contact the office for an inspection and refund of the bond.
 
READ THE MOST RECENT LAKE EXPRESS NEWSLETTER HERE: https://mailchi.mp/210972e5a556/shire-newsletter-lake-express-2081665?e=[UNIQID]