This local supermarket just gave 1000 loaves of bread to feed the hungry

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Queens Supa IGA store Manager Hayden Hebiton said we heard Foodbank was in need due to a supply shortage so we donated 1000 loaves of fresh bread. 
Pat Hodges from Foodbank said the donation is fantastic and will enable them to give fresh bread this Christmas.

"Queens have been a huge supporter for a number of years, this delivery will help greatly."

"We are still in need desperately of food and we won't be able to deliver on hampers at this point."

"The situation is improving slightly however we are still in crisis and it's the worst I have seen in 13 years," she said.

If you wish to donate Food you can deliver it directly to Foodbank or at one of the following locations: 

  • Queens Supa IGA
  • Melissa Price's Office
  • CGG council offices
  • Aquarena
  • Geraldton Regional Library 
  • Woolworths

Foodbank supplies emergency food relief to the needy in the Midwest Region. 

Everything Geraldton have started a donation portal for community members.

We will give the money to Foodbank. Click the button to donate ->

Donate to foodbank

Apple Watch Review

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REVIEW - Apple Watch

The Apple Watch is great piece of technology for those on the go or the tech savvy users.
It brings notifications, calls and emails directly to your wrist making sure you never miss that important communication.

I love this nimble device it's great but is a piece of jewellery that's essentially an expensive add-on to your already pricey iPhone.

I think the novelty of the device outweighs its flaws of daily charging and its inability to go underwater.

The many watch faces and personalisation of the device enables you to make it your own and gives you the power to add your own personal background watch face.  

With Facebook messenger, emails and fitness trackers including a variety of games the Apple Watch is a great device if you can afford to buy it.

Once the full version of Apple Pay comes to Australia (American Express Only) the watch will become a perfect all day use item giving the ability to wave your wrist near an EFTPOS machine, similar to PayWave on most credit cards.  

The entry level device starts with the Apple Watch Sport at $499.00, The Apple Watch starts at $799.00 and the high end Apple Watch Edition starts at $14,000 - yes I know that's expensive for a watch.  

If you want an Apple Watch you need an iPhone 5 or later model. 

The watch battery is great lasting a full day however you will need to charge it every night if you want it to last a full day.

Watch bands add another level personalisation enabling you to make the watch your own with a band that suits you or the occasion.  

I ordered an watch with the Apple Store app and it arrived within the week to Geraldton, I was very surprised at the efficiency of delivery. 

Will you be getting an Apple Watch? 



Banana ecstasy and $7000 cash seized

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On Monday 30 November 2015, Geraldton Detectives arrested a 20 year old Drummond Cove man with attempting to possess 200 grams (7 ounces) of MDMA in the form of ‘banana’ ecstasy pills.

A subsequent search of the man's Drummond Cove house located approx. $7,000 cash believed to be from the sales of Prohibited Drugs.

The man was charged with:
1 x Attempt to Possess Prohibited Drug (MDMA) with intent to sell / supply and
1 x Possess Unlawfully Obtained Property (cash)

He will appear in Geraldton Magistrates Court later this month. 

Picture: Geraldton Police

Wonthella Supa IGA re-launches

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Hundreds of people attended the re-launch of Rigters Wonthella Supa IGA in 5th street this morning.

The refurbished store features a new layout, more products and the same great service.  

Operations Manager Stuart Bain said he was pleased about the relaunch of the improved store. 
"The refurb is long overdue and it's great to give back to the loyal community," 
"We're really pleased with turn out this morning, we had a huge response to the competition." he said. 

John Rigter and Shane Van Styn.  

Customers had the chance to win a $1000 shopping voucher, but had to be in attendance to receive the prize. 

Local Jo Franklin was the winner.  

Mayor Shane Van Styn who was in attendance said "It's great to see the Rigters group continuing a 46 year tradition of developing Geraldton supermarkets," he said. 

Young boy Noah Najar who was in an accident outside the store a few weeks ago, was made an honorary staff member. He received a gift and staff shirt. 


Armed robbery at Bluff Point Liquor store

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At about 9:00pm, Tuesday 1 December 2015, the manager of a liquor store on Chapman Road, Bluff Point exited the store and locked up for the evening.

At this time the manager was confronted by a male person who had his head and face covered with clothing, and was armed with a metal instrument.

The male person demanded that the manager unlock the door, before they both moved back inside the store.

The male then demanded money from the tills, threatening to stab the manager if she did not comply.

The male took a small bottle of spirits before departing.

The offender is described as being a tall male, skinny with dark skin, in his teens or early twenties.

Geraldton Detectives are seeking assistance from the community with any information that may assist with the investigation. Please call Geraldton Police 99234555. 

GDR movie night

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Geraldton Dog Rescue are holding a fundraiser movie night this Thursday night.

In the Heart of the Sea from 6:00pm at Orana Cinemas. 

Tickets will be available to purchase at the Cinema (through Geraldton Dog Rescue only) for $30 each from 5:30pm to 6:00pm.

A representative from Geraldton Dog Rescue will be at the cinema from 5:30pm.

The tickets will be $30 each for cash door sales.

Otherwise, pay $27.50 online by Clicking here to book through Eventbrite.

Laser pointing Juvenile charged with drug possession

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On Saturday, Geraldton Police charged a 16 year old male in Sunset Beach.

Police allege the male was pointing a laser pointer at traffic whilst being pillion on a motorcycle.

Police had cause to search the male where a black laser pointer that emits green light was located and a clip seal bag containing a tablet believed to be MDMA.

He was charged with: 1 x Possess Prohibited Drug and 1 x Carries or Possesses a Controlled Weapon.

The male will appear in Geraldton Childrens Court. 

Northgate Shopping Centre broken into overnight

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An unknown number of people entered Northgate Shopping Centre between 10pm (last night) Sunday and 5am this morning, breaking windows and doors to gain access to the Shopping centre.  

The people made their way into Target and allegedly stole numerous mobile phones including Microsoft 640’s, Samsung Galaxy’s J1 Android, Samsung Galaxy’s S5 and A5.

Police are seeking assistance from the community with any information that may assist with the investigation. Please call Geraldton Police 99234555.

Mark McGowan visits Geraldton to talk jobs

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WA Labor Leader Mark McGowan visited Geraldton last week to talk to the community about Labor’s vision to create jobs.

Mr McGowan said “We are here to put jobs on the agenda.

“We all know that the resources sector is changing, so it’s important to diversify the economy and create new job opportunities for West Australians.

“It should have happened a long time ago but unfortunately Colin Barnett failed to plan for life beyond the resources boom. This is why so many West Australians, including people in Geraldton, are now facing the prospect of unemployment and this is why we should be talking about ways to diversify the economy and create new jobs.

“We’ve already announced important plans to ensure that people and businesses in regional WA benefit from big State Government projects.

“A WA Labor Government will give people in Geraldton a fair go.”

Mr McGowan also said WA Labor’s Priority Start policy would create jobs in Geraldton, by ensuring all big State Government construction projects deliver apprenticeships and traineeships for locals.

 

If you're under 25 this Expo is for you

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The Sense of Direction Expo is for Geraldton youth, featuring exhibits and workshops in careers, education, health, finance, travel and more!

Check out the short video below of Tyson McEwan, a co-founder of the initiative.

Sense of Direction has secured a new co-host Aspire UWA to add value to the event. They will help to further support and create awareness of new pathways in achieving career and personal goals for youth in the Midwest. The Aspire program at the University of Western Australia (UWA) has been working with partner schools throughout the Midwest to promote the benefits of higher education; encouraging and inspiring young people to explore their dreams through a University pathway. 

 

 

Drug seizure in Wonthella

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Yesterday Geraldton Police siezed thousands of dollars worth of drugs from a home in Wonthella.

Multiple types of drugs were seized, methamphetamine (est. $30,000 worth), cannabis and cocaine including drug paraphernalia and around $2500 in cash.

A 32 year-old woman was arrested after allegedly being found in possession of the methamphetamine.

"The seizure of the drugs marks a significant crack down of the amount of drugs hitting Geraldton streets," Officer O'Keeffe said. 

This mother affected by suicide is travelling around Australia raising awareness

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"Jaie's Journey" is searching for an location to hold their Geraldton event. If you can help please click here to contact Susan Gliddon McColl

Jaie Moran tragically took his own life on the 1st of April 2014.
Jaie's mother, Sandra Moran is visiting towns around Australia to help raise awareness of mental health issues and illnesses, provide some relevant information and to discuss the impact of mental illness and suicide on communities and survivors of suicide. 

Sandra is in the process of having Jaie's Journey registered as a 'Not for Profit' organisation so that not only will this ride bring validation and support to people who need it but, along with her family, will endeavour to continue helping people at risk including bereaved families in their times of need.  She knows it will not be an easy task and the challenges will be ongoing, but it is a ask that she will bear and with her, her many supporters.

With assistance from other coordinators they will do their best to keep everybody updated.  

More information, see Sandra's Blog HERE