Tree Top Walk enjoys Festival of Voice Choirs June 14, 2017 www.walpole.org.au Community newspaper proudly published by the Walpole CRC in litter-free Walpole. Made possible by our advertisers and donations. Walpole Weekly www. WalpoleOnline.com Your 24/7 365 Local Business & Community Directory Visitors at the Tree Top Walk enjoyed an impromptu performance from two international choirs who participated in the annual Festival of Voice held in Denmark over the long weekend. Now in its 13 th year, the festival is a celebration of the human voice, bringing an inspiring line-up of local, national and international artists. The Ensemble Aznash Laaman and Compagnia Sacco as well as national artists, including Miriam Lieberman, were guests of the Tree Top Walk invited to experience one of the State’s top tourism attractions. Department of Parks and Wildlife’s Regional Manager Luke Bentley said it was fantastic to welcome internationally renowned artists to enjoy the beauty of the Valley of the Giants. “The artists come from very different landscapes and backgrounds and the melodious strains of voices in the forest proved that the tingle forest provided nature’s perfect stage,” Luke said. “It was inspiring to hear the stories of another country being sung on the Tree Top Walk.” The Ensemble Aznash Laaman is a collective of ethnic Chechen musicians and singers from Georgia whose repertoire consists of traditional Chechen sacred women’s songs of Sufi inspiration. Chechen songs are a blend of Persian music and the home of the women, in the Pankisi Valley, is also the home of the ancient polyphonic chant. In Ceriana, a village in West Liguria on the southern slopes of the Italian Alps, people love to sing and the Compagnia Sacco group was formed in 1926 to do just that. Their unmistakable singing is characterised by two solo voices and the drone of the choir. (Continued on page 5) The Ensemble Aznash Laaman, Georgian singers relax for a while with Business Manager Julie Ross.
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Tree Top Walk enjoys Festival of Voice Choirs
June 14, 2017 www.walpole.org.au
Community newspaper
proudly published by the Walpole CRC
in litter-free Walpole.
Made possible by our advertisers and donations.
Walpole Weekly www.WalpoleOnline.com
Your 24/7 365 Local Business & Community Directory
Visitors at the Tree Top Walk enjoyed an impromptu performance from two international choirs who participated in the annual Festival of Voice held in Denmark over the long weekend.
Now in its 13th year, the festival is a celebration of the human voice, bringing an inspiring line-up of local, national and international artists.
The Ensemble Aznash Laaman and Compagnia Sacco as well as national artists, including Miriam Lieberman, were guests of the Tree Top Walk invited to experience one of the State’s top tourism attractions.
Department of Parks and Wildlife’s Regional Manager Luke Bentley said it was fantastic to welcome internationally renowned artists to enjoy the beauty of the Valley of the Giants.
“The artists come from very different landscapes and backgrounds and the melodious strains of voices in the forest proved that the tingle forest provided nature’s perfect stage,” Luke said.
“It was inspiring to hear the stories of another country being sung on the Tree Top Walk.”
The Ensemble Aznash Laaman is a collective of ethnic Chechen musicians and singers from Georgia whose repertoire consists of traditional Chechen sacred women’s songs of Sufi inspiration. Chechen songs are a blend of Persian music and the home of the women, in the Pankisi Valley, is also the home of the ancient polyphonic chant.
In Ceriana, a village in West Liguria on the southern slopes of the Italian Alps, people love to sing and the Compagnia Sacco group was formed in 1926 to do just that. Their unmistakable singing is characterised by two solo voices and the drone of the choir.
(Continued on page 5) The Ensemble Aznash Laaman, Georgian
singers relax for a while with Business Manager Julie Ross.
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St George’s Anglican Church
Walpole Corner Vista and Pier Streets
Holy Communion
Sunday 10am.
Contact: Rev Sue Lodge-Calvert Telephone: 9848 2173 Website: www.denmarkanglican.org.au
June
14 Laura Arrowsmith, Sue Youngman, James Griffiths (70th Birthday)
15 Nikki Dumbrell
16 Jenny Willcox
17 Liz Edmonds, Callum Fry, Irene Chaucer
18 Jenny Kendrick 19 Chelsea Bedford, Chantelle McKinlay, Donna Virgo
Netball - Mondays, 6.30pm Autumn Club - Tuesdays, 1pm-3pm Junior Gymnastics - Tuesdays, 3.15pm Seniors Activity and Social Club -
Wednesdays, 10am-3pm Supa Step - Wednesdays, 5.15pm
Social Cycle - Thursdays, 9am
Junior Karate - Thursdays, 3.15pm
Badminton - Thursdays, 6.30pm Zumba Gold - Fridays, 9am Yoga - Saturdays, 9am At the Walpole Community Hall
Yoga - Thursdays, 6pm At the Walpole Country Club
Scroungers Bowls - Sundays, 9.30am Social Bowls - Wednesdays, 1pm
Monthly Walpole Cancer Support Group meets
second Tuesday of every month Call Di 0423 937 188
June 16 Karaoke Disco at the Rec Centre, 6pm-8.30pm
June 16 Nuffield Scholarship program
applications for 2018 close
June 23-25
Truffle Kerfuffle in Manjimup,
information and tickets available at
www.trufflekerfuffle.com.au
June 26 AGM & Planning Day at the Walpole
Wellness Centre, 1pm
Until June
30
Local artists Robin Dale and Greg Hale
combine in an exhibition of new work at the CRC
Sept 8 15MIN Wonders Conference at the Walpole Community Hall, 9am-3pm
Weekly events
Farewell luncheon for Pam & Colin Anning and a welcome to the new owners.
Tingledale Hall on the 24th June 2017,
11 am onwards.
Please bring along a plate to share, BYO drinks.
Contact Delys Ravenhill for any information on 98408051.
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‘To those who criticise the litter free sign’ as Jennifer Willcox writes. (W/W 7/6).
It is not all about rubbish. What is the word litter all about? It is a shame that the writer of the article uses the platform of world environment day to promote their position on an entry sign that has obviously caused anxiety and embarrassment to so many local citizens, it was a cheap shot, well done. Yes, I am one of “those”.
- Ivan Gardner.
Ivan is back at work Phone 9840 1777
for an appointment
Crabs call for no fertiliser The Save the Crabs, Then eat Them urban fertiliser campaign gears up again!
Regional television will again feature the Save the Crabs, Then eat Them winter campaign, which urges residents to hold off on the fertiliser till spring!
The winter suite of advertisements feature local legend and actor, Myles Pollard, enjoying some fertiliser-free crab.
“Our message is all about enjoying the lifestyle we have in the South West. By being conscious about what we put on our garden we can protect the waterways and bays we all love” said Sarah Molloy, South West Catchments Council Campaign Manager.
Now in its fourth year running, the hilarious campaign has won the hearts of the South West community, but it also highlights a serious issue. Rain washes fertiliser from urban lawns and gardens into drains and groundwater, where it makes its way to our waterways and threatens wildlife like the Blue Swimmer Crab. No crab should die like that. They should be smothered in garlic butter!
Local residents can get on board with the campaign again this year by displaying Crab Friendly Garden signs and bin stickers in their yards. If you see one of these outside houses around town, you know the owners are off fishing and not fertilising this winter!
To collect your sign or sticker contact Sarah Molloy at [email protected] or call 9781 3112.
Residents who post ‘selfies’ of their signs and stickers on social media will go in the draw to win a Bunnings voucher.
For more information visit www.savethecrabs.com.au
This project is supported by the South West Catchments Council, through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme.
Tidy Towns judging is Monday, 26 June. As part of the Heritage and Culture submissions, judges will be visiting the cemetery. People are invited to tidy up family graves stones prior to this date.
10% off Walpole
licence plates
until June 30
These make great gifts! Contact Walpole CRC on 9840 1395
Art exhibition in the CRC
Atrium: Scenario
Guide Tony Duckett talks to the artists about the tingle trees
Representatives of Compangnia Sacco take a break from singing on the Tree
Top Walk with guide Terri Ebbett.
“Listening to the performers sing on the Tree Top Walk was a celebration of the human voice and it was certainly a show stopper for visitors and staff,” Luke said.
“I am sure the performers went home with magical memories of their visit to this very special place in the world.”
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- Julie Ross
(Continued from page 1)
(Pictures courtesy Julie Ross)
Thought for the day “An essential attribute of a good conversationalist
Homing in on holiday rentals The ATO is reminding taxpayers that it is paying
close attention to rental properties located in popular holiday destinations around Australia.
Assistant Commissioner Kath Anderson said that last year the ATO identified a large number of mistakes with deductions for rental properties, particularly with regards to holiday homes.
“We’ve noticed some people are claiming deductions for holiday homes even where the property is not genuinely being rented out, or genuinely available for rent,” Ms Anderson said.
“There’s no problem with people using their rental
property for their holiday, but holiday home owners need to remember they can only claim tax deductions for expenses made during a period when the home is rented out or genuinely available for rent.”
Property owners also need to understand that if they rent their property at a discounted rate, or ‘mates rates’ they can only claim deductions equal to the amount of rent charged.
“One taxpayer had to pay the ATO back over $45,000 in tax from deduction claims made for a holiday home they were renting out to friends and family below the
market rate.”
Ms Anderson said the ATO is focused on using data to
identify errors.
“Property owners should be aware that incorrect rental property claims will not go unnoticed. Technology enhancements and extensive use of data is allowing us to identify incorrect or suspicious claims. We also have a good idea of the locations likely to be used for holiday homes.”
Ms Anderson said that all rental property owners,
particularly those who rent out holiday homes, should always double-check their claims before lodging their
tax return, and follow a couple of simple rules.
“Firstly, make sure that you declare all rental income and only claim deductions for periods that the property was rented or was genuinely available for rent.”
“Secondly, make sure you have accurate records of expenses, and strong evidence of the property being
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rented or genuinely available for rent at market rates. Advertising through a real-estate agent or an online site is not always enough evidence to demonstrate that a
property is genuinely available for rent.”
For more information on holiday homes, visit ato.gov.au/holidayhomes
For more general information on rental properties, visit ato.gov.au/rental
Claiming deductions for your holiday home?
Make sure it is genuinely available for rent by answering these 4 questions
As a rental property owner, you probably know that you can claim deductions on expenses for your
investment property when it is rented out. But what happens when your property isn’t rented out? You can claim a deduction if your property is genuinely available for rent; ask yourself the following four
questions to help you determine this.
Different rules apply if you’re renting out your private residence – check out ato.gov.au/sharingeconomy for more information.
How do you advertise your rental property?
You need to advertise in a way that maximises
exposure to potential tenants such as an online site.
Advertising in ways that limits exposure to potential tenants, such as by word of mouth, means your property may not be genuinely available for rent.
What location and condition is your rental property in?
It is important that your rental property is in a location and condition attractive to tenants. If your property is poorly cared for, or in a remote area, it is unlikely to be tenanted, and may not be classed as genuinely
available for rent.
Do you have reasonable conditions for renting the property and charge market rate?
If you place unreasonable conditions that reduce the likelihood of your property being rented out, such as setting the rent above market rate, your property may not be considered genuinely available for rent. Likewise, if you, your family or your friends stay for
free, your property will not meet the criteria during that time period. If the property is being tenanted at a discounted rate (‘mates rates’) then the allowable
deductions are limited to the amount of rent charged, not market rates.
Do you accept interested tenants, unless you have a good reason not to?
If you refuse to rent out your property to interested potential tenants without a good reason, this indicates that you may not have a genuine intention to make income from the property and could be reserving it for private use. In this case, your property wouldn’t meet the criteria for being genuinely available for rent.
timber relics The Manji Mens Shed have commenced one of three restoration projects in the Manjimup Timber and Heritage Park (MTHP) as part of the Royalties for Regions funded transformation project.
The first project is to restore an eight-wheeled bogie which has deteriorated significantly during the time that it has been on display at the MTHP. Following the completion of this work, there is a second eight-wheeled bogie and three jinkers that also require restoration.
“These items are important rail relics, particularly for our region, as they were once used to transport the logs when the forests were being harvested,” explained Shire President Paul Omodei, adding that the relics showcase the development of the different methods of logging operations that underpin WA’s
(Picture courtesy Shire of Manjimup)
sawmilling history. “They are also a tribute to the people who designed and built these unique items, and after they are restored, they will be a tribute to the Mens Shed.”
Work will be undertaken with advice and support from the Shire of Manjimup and the Shire’s park curator. It is anticipated that restoration will be completed by late 2017 or early 2018.
Councillor Omodei noted that this is not the first time that the Manji Mens Shed have been involved in this style of restoration project, saying that “the Shire are honoured to have them on board yet again and we’re even happier to be feeding the cost of the restoration work back into a local community group.”
Once restored, these items will be on display permanently in their new, prominent location at the top of the rail near the intersection of South Western Highway and Graphite Road.
“Their location is appropriate for their significance and will contribute to the welcome statement of the region,” said Cr Omodei.
Seniors living project on the menu for Manjimup The Housing Authority, supported by the Shire of Manjimup and Creating Communities, held a ‘Community Conversation Café’ on Tuesday, 6 June 2017 to provide an update and seek feedback on the Seniors Living Project in Manjimup. This project, which is now gaining momentum, plans to construct independent living units for seniors on the old Manjimup Primary School site bounded by Moore, Mount, Rutherford and Collier Streets in Manjimup.
“The concept for this project came to the forefront in 2006 when Council was presented with a petition of 974 signatures, calling for development to occur on the old primary school site for seniors/over 55s housing,” explained Shire President Paul Omodei.
Taking place at the Roundhouse in Manjimup, the Conversation Cafe was facilitated by ‘Creating Communities’ who gave attendees a menu of conversation topics as well as refreshments to partake in. Mr Daniel Ballard from the Housing Authority provided information on the background of the project and attendees were then invited to participate in an activity to provide feedback on the internal and external design of the living units.
“It is important that the Project’s visions and objectives meet the needs of the Manjimup Community and that it supports a better quality of life for aging residents,” said Mr Ballard. “I’m excited to review the innovative feedback we received today and look at incorporating what we can into the final design.”
“The Shire of Manjimup facilitated a process in 2014 whereby people were encouraged to register their interest in the project,” said Cr Omodei, who is impressed that many of those original advocates of the project are still providing strong support for the project. “It is taking time, but the backing for this project certainly hasn’t dissipated, in fact, it’s become stronger.”
In 2014, the site was rezoned to accommodate the proposed development and $2 million of Royalties for Regions funding has been committed to the project.
“We wrote to the Minister for Housing – the Hon. Peter Tinley AM MLA – requesting a meeting and he has responded saying that he would like to meet as soon as possible to discuss timeframes for the development as well as the benefits the project will have on the community – so we have the necessary State Government backing as well,” concluded Cr Omodei.
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Sizing up the world's oceans of pollution CSIRO is undertaking the world’s largest marine pollution survey, working with countries across the globe to help them assess and reduce the amount of litter entering the oceans.
Some of the world’s top 20 polluters will take part in the project including China, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Vietnam and the United States, plus other countries including Australia, South Korea and Taiwan.
CSIRO senior scientist Dr Denise Hardesty said the project would provide hard numbers on the amount of litter entering the ocean by using real data collected on coastlines and cities across the globe.
Ocean pollution choking parts of Port Moresby, PNG. Image: Sustainable Coastlines.
“Up until now we’ve been relying on estimates from World Bank data, so this will be the first time anyone has brought together a group of countries to look at exactly how much litter is entering the oceans,” Dr Hardesty said.
“We will be able to see where the hotspots lie by looking at how people, wind, the shape of the land and storm water moves rubbish into the ocean and then give advice on how to improve this based on science-based interventions.”
Representatives from five partner countries will meet next week in Korea for the project’s first training workshop.
Our Seas of East Asia Network’s Dr Sunwook Hong will lead South Korea’s involvement in the project and said taking a global approach was essential to tackle the problem.
“By coordinating our approach we will be able to achieve some quick wins and know where to set our sights for more long-term goals,” Dr Hong said.
The project was announced two months after Dr Hardesty presented to the world’s first G20 summit on marine pollution, and on World Ocean Day which in 2017 is focused on plastic pollution.
“We know that almost all litter starts off in someone’s hand, and from there it finds it ways from land to the ocean, where it breaks up into smaller pieces,” Dr Hardesty said.
“This means if we can stop the rubbish from entering the ocean, we can make real headway in resolving the problem.”
“Along with causing marine and environmental problems, things like plastic bags can also cause storm water drains to become blocked, leading to significant localised flooding and serious health risks for local people.”
The project follows years of marine debris research led by Dr Hardesty and her team which has published significant findings including quantifying the amount of litter on the entire Australian coastline and reporting on the number of seabirds and other wildlife eating plastic.
The project is a collaboration between CSIRO, Schmidt Marine Technology Partners and the Oak Family Foundation.
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BurnWise Trailer Comes to Denmark BurnWise this winter
The Department of Environment Regulation’s BurnWise Wood Heater Demonstration Trailer is coming to town.
The trailer has two operational wood heaters and a range of community education resources on wood smoke topics.
If you would like to:
See why it is important to burn only dry untreated firewood
See the effects of wood heater design and operation
Minimise the smoke produced by your wood heater
Please come down and see us at the trailer between 9am and 3pm on Thursday 15 June 2017 at the Berridge Park Car Park, Hollings Road in Denmark.
The deployment of the trailer is subject to the weather. If rain and/or high winds are forecast, the trailer will not be deployed.
For more information go to http://www.der.wa.gov.au/burnwise.
A beautiful warm sunny morning, and such a happy group socialising and enjoying Morning Tea together!
(Pictures courtesy Jean Lawrence)
Social morning tea
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Complete biosecurity plans and herd tests to ensure high J-BAS score past 2018
Following Western Australia’s decision to maintain state-wide regulations for Bovine Johne’s disease (BJD), WA cattle producers are encouraged to complete an industry-compliant biosecurity plan by 30 June 2017 and a herd Check Test by 1 July 2018, to ensure smooth movement of livestock in the future.
WAFarmers Livestock Executive Officer Kim Haywood said the risk of cattle bringing BJD into the state had increased since the rest of the country chose to deregulate BJD management last year.
“All cattle properties in WA are currently recognised as J-BAS 8 (Johnes disease beef assurance score), following deregulation by the rest of the country,” Ms Haywood said.
“While this score does not give as much protection as the previous MN3 standards did, the revised conditions WA has in place are intended to give equivalent protection to MN3 under the pre-July 2016 conditions.
“To preserve the very low level of BJD in WA, the industry agreed to maintain border controls using J-BAS scores, but just having a biosecurity plan in place does not quantify the level of BJD on a property; producers must also complete a herd Check Test to clarify this.
“If producers do not complete the industry-compliant biosecurity plan plus do the herd Check Test, their J-BAS score will go to zero after July 2018 and it will take many years and a lot of money to get back to J-BAS 8.
“For a producer who has a J-BAS 0 score, they could find themselves locked out of key markets in the intervening years, thus impacting productivity and profitability to their business.”
Ms Haywood said the Cattle Industry Funding Scheme would commence targeted surveillance soon and cattle producers were encouraged to offer their herds for testing, as the scheme would cover the costs. She also said completion of the biosecurity plan should not be seen as a daunting task.
“The plan is straightforward to complete and a cattle producer need only have a biosecurity discussion with their local vet,” she said.
“We strongly encourage all producers to complete the Animal Health Australia Grazing Manual Biosecurity Plan, as it is compliant to industry specifications, and this can be found on WAFarmers’ website.
“Doing the plan and the Check Test well ahead of the July 2018 deadline gives cattle businesses the assurances needed for interstate and international movements beyond that date, and will maintain their J-BAS 8 certification for a three year period.”
This BJD program will give Western Australian cattle producers a sound edge over the rest of the states and territories.
Western Power Works
Please be advised that Western Power will be installing a new pillar outside 6679 South Coast Highway Nornalup over the next 16 weeks.
The works will impede onto the verge and a traffic/ pedestrian management plan will be in place to ensure public safety.
For further information please phone Western Power on 13 10 87 (Mon- Fri, 7:00am to 5:00pm) or go to the Western Power website https://westernpower.com.au
Pre-mix concrete Sand, gravel carting Site works, house & shed pads, driveways Back hoe, bobcat, loader and grader hire Blue metal and metal dust available.