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$18.5m ambitious Scarborough-Trigg Boardwalk design revealed
$18.5m ambitious Scarborough-Trigg Boardwalk design revealed

Perth Now

time4 hours ago

  • Perth Now

$18.5m ambitious Scarborough-Trigg Boardwalk design revealed

Concept plans for an $18.5 million Scarborough-to-Trigg boardwalk have been released, featuring a humpback whale tail-shaped shade shelter as the centrepiece. The City of Stirling is now seeking public opinion on the plans after months of heated debate over the project. It is planning to deliver an iconic attraction for residents and visitors that showcases the city's 'world-class coastline' and fosters a connection to nature and culture. Corresponding to the six Nyoongar seasons, the design features six key nodes that include interactive cultural displays, public artworks, and a shade shelter shaped like a humpback whale tail. The proposed boardwalk has been a hot topic amongst community members for months, drawing both strong criticism and enthusiastic support since the city first began exploring the idea. Some local residents and environmentalists have raised concerns about the boardwalk's potential impact on the beach dunes and ecosystems, as well as the estimated costs of construction and ongoing maintenance, while supporters argue it would improve pedestrian safety along the West Coast Highway, create a unique coastal experience and boost tourism. Concept plans for the $18.5 million Scarborough-to-Trigg boardwalk. Credit: City of Stirling Mayor Mark Irwin said the boardwalk had to be carefully designed and worthwhile, given the area's significant environmental value. 'A coastal boardwalk between Scarborough and Trigg is an idea that has been talked about in our community for at least 20 years — the aim of this feasibility study is to find out if it's a good idea,' Mr Irwin said. 'A boardwalk in this location shouldn't just be another way to get from A to B. It should be something that creates an experience, encourages a greater appreciation of our coastal environment and has significant benefits for our community.' The city believes the proposed boardwalk would improve pedestrian safety by diverting foot traffic away from vehicles on West Coast Highway and separating walkers from cyclists and others using the busy principal shared path. The current design has been developed in collaboration with members of the Ngalang Maya Wangkiny working group. A shade shelter shaped like a humpback whale tail is the centrepiece of the boardwalk's design. Credit: City of Stirling The city previously considered a proposal to construct a coastal boardwalk between Scarborough and Trigg beaches in 2005 and 2013, but neither progressed to the stage that the current proposal has reached. This latest proposal was launched last July after the council allocated $500,000 for a feasibility study in its 2024-2028 corporate business plan, prompting a fresh review of the boardwalk's potential environmental, social and economic benefits. The outcomes of this study, including the concept design and independent environmental and economic reports, have also now been released. The proposed boardwalk is in an A Class Reserve and Bush Forever site, and part of it is home to a threatened ecological community of Rottnest Island pine. Given the environmentally sensitive nature of the area, the City of Stirling said it had taken a 'light touch approach' to protect the site's natural integrity and biodiversity. According to the current concept design, the boardwalk will be slightly elevated and follow a route through degraded vegetation, staying at least 15 metres from the threatened ecological area. Community consultation on the concept is open until August 30. Credit: City of Stirling The city said the boardwalk was 'largely' situated to the east of the 70-year erosion vulnerability line identified by the its coastal hazard risk management and adaptation planning. According to the economic impact assessment, every dollar invested in the proposed boardwalk is expected to return $3.30, generating around $100 million in benefits over 30 years. Community consultation is now open until August 30 and is the final phase of the feasibility study. After community consultation, the Stirling council will then consider whether to progress with the proposal.

Mirrabooka marks 50 years of NAIDOC Week
Mirrabooka marks 50 years of NAIDOC Week

Perth Now

time15-07-2025

  • General
  • Perth Now

Mirrabooka marks 50 years of NAIDOC Week

Thousands gathered in Mirrabooka last Thursday to mark 50 years of NAIDOC Week, celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and achievements. The event, Mirrabooka NAIDOC, supported by the City of Stirling, featured live music, dance performances, rides, sports and market stalls, all sharing the richness of First Nations cultures. This year's NAIDOC Week theme, The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy, focused on the future and recognising an emerging generation of leaders empowered by the legacy of their elders and ancestors. Nyoongar elder and City of Stirling resident Dulcie Donaldson, who delivered the welcome to country at the event, mentors emerging leaders in the local First Nations community. 'For me, being an elder, it's leaving a legacy behind, a positive one that our young ones can pick up and run with,' she said. 'It's role-modelling, showing the young people they can do positive things.' Marking 50 years of NAIDOC Week, thousands gathered in Mirrabooka last Thursday, July 10. Credit: Supplied Ms Donaldson is also a member of the city's reconciliation action plan working group and the Ngalang Maya Wangkiny group. She and her family have played an active role in Mirrabooka NAIDOC for several years. Organised by the Mirrabooka NAIDOC committee, the event includes representation from the City of Stirling and 13 additional groups, including Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service, where Ms Donaldson worked for more than three decades. 'I think these things have a very positive impact because we bring all nationalities and cultures together, especially here in Mirrabooka, where we've already got a very multicultural community,' Ms Donaldson said. Nyoongar elder Len Yarran conducts a smoking ceremony at Mirrabooka NAIDOC 2025. Credit: Supplied Several awards were presented by the Mirrabooka NAIDOC committee to celebrate outstanding First Nations contributions to the community. These included female elder of the year, awarded to Barbara McGillivray, and male elder of the year, given to Shane Garlett. Community member of the year was presented to Annette Dickie, while the Jess Bairnsfather-Scott Young person of the year went to Jarnda Bina Councillor-Barns. The service of the year: organisation honour was given to the Wungening Aboriginal Family Led Decision Making Program, while the individual award went to Delma Balchin. A highlight of the event was a moving keynote speech by Nyoongar elder Len Yarran, who spoke about the values of contribution and commitment. Among the other special guests were State Government ministers Amber-Jade Sanderson and Meredith Hammat, along with several Perth Glory players who joined shortly after training at their new base at Stirling Leisure – Mirrabooka. Meredith Hammat MLA, City of Stirling CEO Stevan Rodic and Nyoongar elder Len Yarran at Mirrabooka NAIDOC 2025. Credit: Supplied City of Stirling chief executive Stevan Rodic said the city was proud to continue supporting Mirrabooka NAIDOC as it continues to support reconciliation while strengthening community relationships and opportunities. 'We continue to share Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures in our projects, including the ongoing upgrade of Mirrabooka Town Square and the upcoming construction of a yarning circle at the entrance to our administration centre,' Mr Rodic said. 'One of our next key steps is finalising our fourth reconciliation action plan, which has been developed in close collaboration with our community and will be considered by council in the coming weeks.'

New home for City of Stirling's history
New home for City of Stirling's history

Perth Now

time28-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Perth Now

New home for City of Stirling's history

An online art and history collection is bringing together the history of the City of Stirling, from black-and-white photos of the earliest days of the northern suburbs to today's colourful contemporary artworks. There are already around 2000 items in the online database and that number will continue to grow as more of the existing collection is catalogued and new items added. A search for 'Osborne Park' produces a range of results about market gardening, with interviews, old tools, video footage and other items donated by local families. Your local paper, whenever you want it. Historical photos linked to Osborne Park include Osborne Park residents travelling by horse and cart for their annual picnic at Scarborough Beach in 1910 and the winners of the Best Dairyman's Turnout at the inaugural Osborne Park Show in 1919. The Castle Hotel on Flora Terrace in North Beach, circa 1900 Credit: City of Stirling History Collection There are also oral histories of surfing and popular culture at Scarborough and photographs of Trigg from as far back as 1897. A series of interviews with residents who give first-hand accounts of local history and experiences in areas across the city is also available. Some of these interviews were recorded decades ago with people who lived through the world wars, while others were conducted in the past year with swimming champion Shelley Taylor-Smith and Mt Lawley historian Barrie Baker. Mr Baker, one of many prominent local figures who has their own profile on the new online platform, died just months after the interview. There is a section dedicated to Mooro Nyoongar culture and heritage, a civic section with items related to the City of Stirling — formerly Perth Road District and Shire of Perth — and information on the city's natural history, such as an audio walk around Herdsman Lake. Hundreds of artworks can be found in the database, from large sculptures in prominent public places to paintings by the likes of the late Nyoongar artist Meeyakba Shane Pickett and Academy Award winner Shaun Tan. The online catalogue features more than 50 permanent public artworks, which are now searchable on a map, and more than 230 visual arts pieces on display in the city's buildings, including winners of the city's long-running art awards. The city's growing body of Aboriginal art spans the mediums of painting, sculpture, ground-based artwork and more, and is now showcased on one platform. Beaufort Street, Inglewood, 1939 Credit: City of Stirling History Collection The new online format enables the art and history collections to complement each other. Results for public art at Charles Riley Memorial Reserve, for example, link people to the story of Charles Riley, who drowned during the rescue of three girls at Watermans Bay. 'The City of Stirling is a diverse community with a rich cultural history shaped by Mooro Nyoongar and migrant heritage,' mayor Mark Irwin said. 'This project is not only about preserving our cultural history, but also sharing it and making it more accessible to the community. 'This is a great resource for students and for anyone looking for inspiration or looking to learn more about where they live.' To learn more, visit

Brisbane Lions forward Callum Ah Chee says racism on social media is a problem that needs fixing
Brisbane Lions forward Callum Ah Chee says racism on social media is a problem that needs fixing

News.com.au

time13-05-2025

  • Sport
  • News.com.au

Brisbane Lions forward Callum Ah Chee says racism on social media is a problem that needs fixing

Brisbane Lions forward Callum Ah Chee says Sir Doug Nicholls Round is just as much about educating the community about Indigenous culture as it as about football, with racism on social media remaining a problem that needs to be stamped out. Ah Chee, a Nyoongar Yawaru Nyikina Pakyju man, and his family designed the Lions' Indigenous guernsey to be worn on Sunday when Brisbane hosts Melbourne at the Gabba. 'It's pretty much a story of my journey to the Brisbane Lions and my family's journey as well,' Ah Chee said of the design. 'It's a story of four rivers (Fitzroy, Murray, Yarra and Brisbane) … which is really special. I'm just really excited for the boys to wear it this week. It's turned out really well.' Ah Chee said it was important for the wider community to learn about Indigenous culture, hoping it would help lessen incidents of racism. 'People are learning more and more about it in schools now, which is fantastic,' he said. 'There are young people in the community when we go out and do appearances, and they're really excited to learn about it now, which is fantastic and awesome to see. 'That is the great thing about (Sir Doug Nicholls) round – it brings our culture to the forefront. 'It's not just about the football. It starts a conversation about our culture with people out there.' Ah Chee has been a target of racists throughout his life, with social media nowadays being an unwanted platform for racism. 'People saying racist things here and there over the fence (at games) doesn't really happen anymore, but you see a lot of stuff on social media, and you get messages here and there, which is really disappointing,' he said. 'The good thing is that when that happens, the club really gets around us and the community as well. There are a lot of people who really stand by us, and we're going a long way with that. 'I know who I am, and I'm really proud to be an Indigenous person, and proud of where I come from, and I'm excited to showcase that this weekend.' How stunning are these jumpers? 🙌 Check out all the amazing 2025 Sir Doug Nicholls Round jumpers and vote on your favourite ðŸ'‡ — AFL (@AFL) May 12, 2025 Ah Chee's teammate Hugh McCluggage said it would be an honour to represent the club's Indigenous players – who also include Charlie Cameron and Keidean Coleman – on Sunday when the first-placed Lions bid to return to winning form after their 71-71 weekend draw against North Melbourne in Hobart. 'To hear their stories throughout the week is awesome,' McCluggage said. 'We've been doing it for quite some time now, and there's a lot that we don't know, so every chance we get to listen to them and to learn is great for us. 'We lacked a little bit of energy down in Hobart, so you hope that naturally we bounce back, but this is just another thing that will add to that as well.'

Real meaning of AFL's Indigenous round
Real meaning of AFL's Indigenous round

Perth Now

time13-05-2025

  • Sport
  • Perth Now

Real meaning of AFL's Indigenous round

Brisbane Lions forward Callum Ah Chee says Sir Doug Nicholls Round is just as much about educating the community about Indigenous culture as it as about football, with racism on social media remaining a problem that needs to be stamped out. Ah Chee, a Nyoongar Yawaru Nyikina Pakyju man, and his family designed the Lions' Indigenous guernsey to be worn on Sunday when Brisbane hosts Melbourne at the Gabba. 'It's pretty much a story of my journey to the Brisbane Lions and my family's journey as well,' Ah Chee said of the design. 'It's a story of four rivers (Fitzroy, Murray, Yarra and Brisbane) … which is really special. I'm just really excited for the boys to wear it this week. It's turned out really well.' Ah Chee said it was important for the wider community to learn about Indigenous culture, hoping it would help lessen incidents of racism. Callum Ah Chee and his children Daisy, 10 months, and Iver, 3, proudly wear the Lions' Indigenous guernsey. Nigel Hallett Credit: Supplied 'People are learning more and more about it in schools now, which is fantastic,' he said. 'There are young people in the community when we go out and do appearances, and they're really excited to learn about it now, which is fantastic and awesome to see. 'That is the great thing about (Sir Doug Nicholls) round – it brings our culture to the forefront. 'It's not just about the football. It starts a conversation about our culture with people out there.' Ah Chee has been a target of racists throughout his life, with social media nowadays being an unwanted platform for racism. 'People saying racist things here and there over the fence (at games) doesn't really happen anymore, but you see a lot of stuff on social media, and you get messages here and there, which is really disappointing,' he said. 'The good thing is that when that happens, the club really gets around us and the community as well. There are a lot of people who really stand by us, and we're going a long way with that. 'I know who I am, and I'm really proud to be an Indigenous person, and proud of where I come from, and I'm excited to showcase that this weekend.' Ah Chee's teammate Hugh McCluggage said it would be an honour to represent the club's Indigenous players – who also include Charlie Cameron and Keidean Coleman – on Sunday when the first-placed Lions bid to return to winning form after their 71-71 weekend draw against North Melbourne in Hobart. 'To hear their stories throughout the week is awesome,' McCluggage said. 'We've been doing it for quite some time now, and there's a lot that we don't know, so every chance we get to listen to them and to learn is great for us. 'We lacked a little bit of energy down in Hobart, so you hope that naturally we bounce back, but this is just another thing that will add to that as well.'

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