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• Keep watch for aquatic pests while crabbing

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  If you are crabbing over summer, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is calling on you to report any unusual crabs you find, particularly Asian paddle crabs. By reporting suspected aquatic pests could help eradicate them before they take hold.

  
  

  An invasion of this pest crab species has already occurred in New Zealand and, given the previous reports here in WA, we need to take extra care to avoid a similar impact as they spread quickly.

  
  

  The Asian Paddle Crab Marine Pest Alert brochure will help crabbers be aware of its distinguishing features, especially the sharp spines on the front of the shell between the eyes. In contrast, the small brown native four-lobed swimming crab, which has often been mistaken for the pest, has no spines between the eyes.

  
  

  If you think you have found an Asian paddle crab, please examine it closely (if possible comparing it against the pest alert, which is available online at www.fish.wa.gov.au and make a note of where you saw or caught it.

  
  

  Fishers are also urged to take photos of the suspect crab, especially from above, keep the

  specimen and phone the FishWatch 24 hour hotline on 1800 815 507 as soon as possible.

  
  

• A new multi-purpose electronic scoreboard for Allen Park oval

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  During October, the City advised local residents and the community that it was progressing with the installation of a new multi-purpose electronic scoreboard at Allen Park Oval. The scoreboard is being constructed to cater for the AFL, cricket and casual users at Allen Park oval (click on the heading above to view the image), and this work would be undertaken from the first week of November.

  Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances this project has been rescheduled. The new schedule will be available soon.

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  The City has carefully selected a position at the base of the tree line on the north east corner to ensure residents view of the reserve is not impaired.

  The benefits of this type of electronic scoreboard include a central control from the pavilion and an electronic roller-shutter that closes automatically when not in use to protect the scoreboard from the impacts of weather and acts of vandalism. The community will also be able to advertise its events and important announcements.

  If you have any concerns in relation to this project, please contact the City’s Building Maintenance Coordinator, Marcus Sinden on (08) 9273 3500, or by email msinden@nedlands.wa.gov.au.

  

  
  
  

• Main Roads WA - Ashton Avenue Bridge Replacement, Claremont

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  The Department of Main Roads is replacing the the Ashton Avenue Bridge over the railway in Claremont in early 2018 with a new modern steel and concrete structure. It replaces the old timber bridge which is more than 100 years old. To find out more download the Project Update (October 2017) from the document library.

  From late November, Western Power will be on-site to relocate power services. For safety reasons, some of this work will be completed during night works on 30 November and between 10 and 15 December. Western Power’s work also requires 24-hour bridge closures between 27 November and 1 December followed by possible night closures between 10 and 15 December. Signed detours will be in place during any closures. Some single lane closures on the bridge should also be expected at times.
  
  Once all pre-construction activity is completed, Main Roads’ bridge works will begin in January 2018 with demolition currently scheduled for mid-February. During construction, signed detours will be in place to maintain local traffic flow. There will also be periods of night works to safely complete construction tasks in the rail reserve during scheduled railway shutdowns. The new bridge is expected to open in mid-2018.
  

• Claremont Stadium - Survey - Have your Say

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  Claremont Football Club has partnered with the State Government to build a state-of-the-art stadium, which is focal point of Landcorp’s “Claremont on the Park” precinct.

  The development provides an opportunity for the area to become a focus for the western suburbs community, where people meet, eat, watch entertainment, bring their families and play.

  The vision for the stadium and surrounds is that it will be a place with a strong sense of community identity and energy. It could involve buskers’ festivals, a people's art market or student music concerts – it will be a community centre or hub.

  For it to be a genuine community hub, it needs to be based on the community's needs and desires. This is where the Claremont Football Club needs your help.

  They are inviting your ideas, thoughts and comments via an online survey. Click here to access the survey.

• Princess Road (Broadway to Tyrell Street) - Footpath Works

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  The City will be undertaking maintenance works to the footpath along the north side of Princess Road between Broadway and Tyrell Street (see map below) from Monday, 11 December 2017 for a period of up to two weeks.

  The works will include the removal of a slab footpath and installing a new formed concrete pathway and exclude the sections previously upgraded from a concrete slab to formed concrete.

  The reticulation will be adjusted to accommodate the new wider path and the City will liaise directly with the affected residents. If you are a resident or property owner, please test the reticulation following completion of the work. If you have any concerns, please report these to the City within two weeks, as after this time the City cannot accept liability.

  The City recognises the need for access to residences and will seek to minimise disruption as much as possible.

  For enquiries in relation to the project, please contact the City's Engineering Projects Coordinator, Myles Bovell on 9273 3500 or email council@nedlands.wa.gov.au.

  Thank you for your patience whilst these works are being undertaken.

  
  

  

  
  

• Replacement of Ashton Avenue Bridge - Pre-construction works

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  Main Roads WA are preparing to replace Ashton Avenue Bridge in 2018 and over the next few weeks pre-construction activity will be undertaken by Western Power and the Public Transport Authority.

  
  

  From late November 2017, Western Power will be on-site to relocate power services. For safety reasons, some of this work will be completed during night works on 30 November and between 10 and 15 December. This work is not expected to generate significant noise or affect power supplies. Western Power’s work also requires complete 24-hour bridge closures from 6pm on 27 November to 6am on 2 December, followed by possible night closures between 10 and 15 December.

  
  

  Detours will be in place for road users (to see the map - please click on the heading above to view map), with pedestrian access maintained. Some single lane closures on the bridge should also be expected at times.

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

• Drainage Catchment Works - Strickland Avenue, Rochdale Road and Alfred Road

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  The City has contracted the company, All West to carry out upgrades to the drainage catchment in the above roads during November 2017 for a period of up to five weeks.

  
  

  The works will include preparatory works (removal of kerbing, capping of reticulation etc.), installation of new drainage pits and soak wells. All works will include kerb reinstatement and reticulation repairs. The schedule for the works follow:

  
  

  • Rochdale Road: 14 to 20 November 2017
  • Strickland Street: 21 to 22 November 2017
  • Alfred Road: 23 November to 1 December 2017

  
  

  Kerb reinstatement, backfilling and reticulation repairs will be undertaken from 4 to 5 December 2017.

  
  

  The work will be undertaken during weekdays between the hours of 7am and 3:30pm with the exception of the works on Alfred Road which will commence from 9am.

  
  

  Road closures will be in place while the works are being undertaken with detours around the work site. Local traffic will continue to have access during this time and on-site traffic controllers will assist pedestrians and motorists to move safely around the work site.

  
  

  Where necessary the reticulation will be temporarily re-routed. The City may accidentally damage the reticulation in the verge during the works and will ensure any damage is rectified. If you are a property owner, please ensure that you test the reticulation system and report any faults to the City within two weeks of the works being completed. After this period, the City cannot be held responsible for repairs.

  
  

  Please contact Chloe Curtin, the City's Project Manager on (08) 9273 3500 or email council@nedlands.wa.gov.au if you have any concerns in relation to the works.
  

  
  

  Updates on the project will be provided on this engagement page.
  

• Annual Environmental Weed Control Program - Kerbing, traffic islands, footpaths and shared use paths

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  City contractors will be undertaking environmental weed control works throughout the City during November 2017 on the city's road kerbs, traffic islands, footpaths, and shared use paths to eradicate annual and perennial weeds and grasses.

  
  

  Due to the unpredictable nature of weather conditions, exact dates for spraying cannot be confirmed.

  Treatment will be undertaken using a herbicide (glyphosate) by licensed contractors with the operations monitored by City officers to ensure the works and application of the herbicide complies with all safety, product and legislative requirements.

  
  

  This treatment will not apply to residents who are on the City's non-spray register.

  
  

  Traffic management will be undertaken during the treatment period. Signage as required by the Health (Pesticides) Regulations 2011 will also be clearly displayed on the contractor's vehicles.

  
  

  For enquiries, or for further information, please contact the City's Parks Coordinator, (Craig New) on (08) 9273 3500 or email council@nedlands.wa.gov.au

• Nedlands Volunteer Resource Centre - Volunteer Survey

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  Have you used the services of the Nedlands Volunteer Resource Centre from July 2017? If so, the City invites you to participate in a Customer Perception Survey which takes about five minutes to complete.

  The survey is conducted annually by the Department for Communities (the City's funding body) to provide the Nedlands Volunteer Resource Centre with valuable information regarding service outcomes.

  Please complete the online Customer Perception Survey, or alternatively copy and paste the link (see below) into your internet address bar.

  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Volunteer_Nedlands_CPS1718

  If you have any queries about the survey, please contact a Research and Evaluation Officer from the Department of Communities, telephone (08) 6551 8330 or research@dlgc.wa.gov.au

  The survey closes on the 8 December, 2017.
  

  The Nedlands Volunteer Resource Centre thanks you in advance for your support.

• Charles Court Reserve - Upgrade of Rugby Equipment

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  The City is currently upgrading the rugby equipment at Charles Court Reserve. The new rugby goals are almost completed. The new sleeves have been positioned and the new goals will then progress in readiness for the new season.