GRAB A COPY OF THE FRE-OH! MAGAZINE

The new City of Fremantle FRE-OH! Magazine is out, and it is as always an interesting and eclectic read.
The cover shot shows Aboriginal Elders Sharon Calgaret and Dr Gerrard Shaw. The story about them and this year’s Truth Telling events is on pages 8 and 9.
There are articles about mental health in the hospitality industry, Gaining Ground WA, empowering girls, skateboarding workshops, and the 10 Nights in Port festival, that will run from August 15-25 this year.
But there is more! No, no free steak knives, but a story about Women on Water, Investment in Innovation, and Water for Local Wildlife.
There is a lot of information as well, so grab a copy at the Walyalup Civic Centre, wait for it to be delivered into your letterbox, or view FRE-OH! On line.

Roel Loopers

CITY WANT PRAWN BAY IMPROVEMENTS

The City of Fremantle is exploring concepts for Prawn Bay in North Fremantle to accommodate the changing hydrological conditions. City Landscape Architects, along with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) Riverbank Program, have been working together to co-fund and share responsibility in addressing erosion and inundation issues while respecting the natural hydrology. 

The site, located in Mooro territory of the Whadjuk Nyoongar people, was a natural bay until 1960 when harbour dredging filled in the bay with excess material. Then the low-lying park of turf and trees was eventually deemed inoperable due to inundation and quality issues. The current Prawn Bay tidal wetland was constructed in 2004 after significant community feedback through the 1990s. 

This ecological restoration project will allow to:

1. Understand and mitigate local erosion and inundation issues with an informed concept design that is aligned with the natural hydrology.
2. Assess local drainage infrastructure issues to inform a concept that integrates with natural hydrology, minimising flooding in nearby areas.
3. Safeguard the Samphire community by enabling the river system’s natural flood retreat cycle; enhance local habitat and biodiversity.
4. Foster increased access, education, and community connection in the project area for a comprehensive and enriched environment, including improvements to amenities like paths, benches, signage, and shelters.
5. Implement appropriate governance for dog exercise areas to protect the ecological communities; ensure a harmonious coexistence between recreational activities and environmental conservation.
6. Ensure best practices and adaptability over the next 25 years for a resilient and enduring project.

How can the community influence the project?

City officers seek to obtain community feedback on the analysis, alternatives and/or decisions that are being made. City Officers will keep you informed, listen to and acknowledge concerns and provide feedback on how public input influenced the decision.

• Make suggestions for infrastructure/amenities like paths, outdoor furniture, educational signs, shelters etc.
• Share ideas to enhance the visitor experience for both those with and without dogs.
• Assist in forming a “Friends Of” group to support future changes, planting, and maintenance.

Join the community session 9 March, 2024…RSVP HERE.

Roel Loopers

PUBLIC GOLF COURSE DROP-IN INFO SESSION TODAY

Join us for a drop-in engagement session for the proposed Fremantle Public Golf Course Business Plan.

Drop-in Session Details

Date: Wednesday 10 January 2024
Time: 4.30pm – 6pm
Location: Walyalup Civic Centre – Level 1, Reception Room.

Roel Loopers