Get your tickets for Melbourne Comedy Festival

Don’t miss out! Tickets are still available for the Melbourne Comedy Festival.

Saturday May 21 & Sunday May 22 at the QEII Centre.

Tickets include delicious finger food and a drink.

Get your friends together and book a table for a discounted price!

Head to the following link to purchase tickets: https://au.patronbase.com/_QPTheatre/Productions


2016 National 2016 National Volunteer Week EXPOVolunteer Week EXPO

The Volunteering EXPO is back! Centacare Volunteer Service held its last Volunteering EXPO in 2013 to celebrate National Volunteer Week. The EXPO was a resounding success with 20+ exhibitors on show, lots of networking happening and some new potential volunteers engaged.

The 2016 National Volunteer Week EXPO is being held on Thursday 12 May at the Queen Elizabeth Centre Upper Hall from 2:00pm – 6:00pm. This is a fantastic opportunity for volunteer involving organisations to showcase their volunteering programs to the public. The EXPO provides a recruitment opportunity and also allows volunteer managers and other staff to network with their colleagues in fellow organisations.

Of course it is absolutely about new potential volunteers engaging with the various groups exhibiting too. So if you are thinking about commencing a new or looking for a different volunteer opportunity, then this is the place for you. 

The volunteer organisations that will be attending the expo are – 

  • The Art of Living
  • Cape Burney Bush Fire Brigade
  • Community Group of Greenough
  • City of Greater Geraldton
  • Geraldton Visitor Centre Meet & Greet Volunteers
  • Friends of Geraldton Gardens - Froggs Inc
  • Geraldton Dog Rescue
  • Geraldton Local Drug Action Group
  • Geraldton Volunteer Marine Rescue Group
  • Juniper Hillcrest Geraldton
  • The Menshed Geraldton Incorporated
  • PCYC Geraldton
  • Geraldton Greenough Farmers Market
  • Geraldton Greenough Sunshine Festival
  • Australian Red Cross
  • Relay For Life Midwest
  • Riding for the Disabled Midwest-Geraldton
  • Soroptimist International of Geraldton Inc
  • St John Ambulance
  • WACHS - Midwest
  • Waggrakine Volunteer Bushfire Brigade

To stay updated with the latest information about the expo have a look at the event page on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/events/259723537697155/

This event is in partnership with and supported by the City of Greater Geraldton


 

Upgrade of valves in water mains across Geraldton

Water Corporation is replacing a number of valves in Geraldton to increase the network’s reliability and flow of water.

The program will target valves needing repair in Spalding, Bluff Point, Sunset Beach and Geraldton. Water supply will be temporarily interrupted to enable this essential work to occur.

There may be some temporary disruptions to local road users as teams work within the road verge. Traffic management will be in place in affected areas. Residents may experience some additional noise and dust however crews will endeavour to keep this to a minimum throughout the duration of the works.

Customers with special water requirements should contact Water Corporation in advance of the interruption on 13 13 75.

#ONEgero Photo Competition

Celebrate Reconciliation Week with the City of Greater Geraldton’s #ONEgero photo comp! Get creative and snap a photo showing us what reconciliation means to you and our City, and you could win a $250 Mitchell and Brown Voucher.

All you have to do is use the hashtag #ONEgero on Instagram or Facebook, or e-mail your images to evey@cgg.wa.gov.au

Entries close at 5pm on May 20. For terms and conditions and more info visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au


Tyrepower Geraldton - Buy 3 get 1 free until May 31st

Tyrepower Geraldton
Buy 3 get 1 free until May 31st

Tyrepower Geraldton is a locally owned and operated store dedicated to keeping you safe on the road. 

With more than 30 years of experience in the tyre industry, they'll give you the right tyres, at the right price, with the right advice.

Tyrepower stock all the leading brands like Cooper, BF Goodrich, Bridgestone, Michelin, Toyo, Pirelli, Dunlop and many more.

Offering deals like buy 3 get 1 free on selected Dunlop tyres until May 31st, there is sure to be something to suit you.

They also provide other services including:

  • Wheel alignments
  • Wheel balancing
  • Suspension and brake work
  • Mufflers and exhaust systems
  • Century Batteries for cars/4WD's/marine services
  • Supply & fitment of new alloy and steel wheels

And they offer a free pick-up and delivery service!

So next time you need some new tyres make sure you go into Tyrepower Geraldton on the corner of Chapman Rd and Forrest St where Vic and his fully trained staff will take care of you and your car. 

Call to make an appointment today on (08) 9921 4144.


 

Don’t lose power with this emergency power supply at Sun City Batteries

Take a look at this awesome emergency power supply. 

This unit will run the kids devices as well as start the car if the battery is flat.

It has 600 amp peak current and will recharge from your car’s 12V outlet as well as 240V power supplies. It comes complete with intelligent jumper cable, 8x laptop connectors & switch cable, and 3 in 1 mobile phone cable.

This unit comes complete with its own zip up wallet and will fit easily in your vehicles glove-box or map pockets for easy storage and accessibility. The RRP is $338.00, great value for peace of mind when traveling or camping.

See Sun City Batteries at 140 Flores Road or call them today on 9934 6903 or 0427 658 468


 

Are you due for your eye test? Come in and see Specsavers Geraldton

Experience and professionalism is the key for the team at Specsavers Geraldton. With over 30 years of experience between them, Optometrist Director Jacques Breytenbach and Dispensing Director Richard Reynolds have tested the eyes of more than 8570 patients and dispensed over 14,490 pairs of glasses since opening the Geraldton store in 2013. 

At Specsavers Geraldton there are over 1,000 frame styles to choose from with complete glasses starting from just $39 and unlike some other optometrists, Specsavers offers bulk billing on eye tests, so there are no out of pocket expenses to the customer. Specsavers also offers designer ranges that start at two pairs from $199 and include local and international designers such as Tommy Hilfiger, Alex Perry and Collette Dinnigan.

“Specsavers brings fashionable and affordable eye care to the Geraldton community. Specsavers’ collaborations with leading fashion designers including Alex Perry and Collette Dinnigan mean that style doesn’t have to be compromised for affordability,” says Richard. 

The Geraldton store also offers customers free contact lens consultations and fittings to ensure customers are matched with the right contact lenses for their needs. Customers who purchase contact lenses from Specsavers are also entitled to aftercare at no extra cost. 

The store is pleased to show their support for the local community by being part of the Specsavers Community Program. Through this initiative Specsavers Geraldton donates money out of their own pocket from each pair of glasses sold to The Fred Hollows Foundation and their local charity of choice the Parkerville Children and Youth Care. 

“We are so pleased to have donated such a significant sum of money to local charities. We want our store’s donations to go towards something we have a real passion for, and the Fred Hollows Foundation and charities Parkerville Children and Youth Care tick all of the boxes” says Jacques. 

The store conveniently tests Mondays through to Saturdays and regardless of whether or not you wear glasses, optical professionals recommend that everyone, including children, have an eye test every two years. 

Call to make an appointment today on 9964 7555 or come in and see them at Shop 24 Stirlings Central Shopping Centre.


 

The Geraldton Boat, Caravan and Camping Show is on this month

The Club Marine Geraldton Boat, Caravan and Camping Show is on this month - 30th April & 1st May at GBSC Sports Park (Eadon Clarke Oval).

It is the biggest event of its kind in the region. Attracting 6,000 people each year and loyal exhibitors from the local area, as well as from Perth and the south-west. It brings together displays of new products and services in boating, fishing, 4WDS, camping, accessories, electronics and lifestyle products with a huge line-up of entertainment and attractions for the whole family.


 

Book in for Mother's Day at The Emerald Room

Are you looking for somewhere different to take mum this Mother’s Day? Why not try this well kept dining secret, The Emerald Room Restaurant. They are a fully licensed A La Carte restaurant in a relaxed setting within Best Western Hospitality Inn Geraldton. Open for breakfast and dinner the Emerald Room has an exciting seafood/Mediterranean style menu, which boasts high quality fresh food and an extensive wine list. 

You are sure to have a memorable dining experience at the Emerald Room Restaurant with the refined atmosphere, the attentive yet unobtrusive service and their superb cuisine. Treat your taste buds to one of the many tantalising delights featured on the menu such as the pork tenderloin stuffed with sage, prosciutto and mushroom set on sweet potato mash and green beans with a creamy port sauce – YUM! 

There's definitely something on the menu to please every palate. A special children’s menu is also available for children 12 years and under. We look forward to welcoming you at the Emerald Room at the Best Western Hospitality Inn Geraldton – 169 Cathedral Avenue, Geraldton.

Opening Hours
Breakfast: 7:00am – 9:00am daily
Dinner: 6:00pm – 9:00pm daily 

Bookings are highly recommended so you don’t miss out. Call them today on 9921 1422 to secure your table.


 

Sun City Wreckers are under new management

Sun City Wreckers are one of Geraldton’s local auto recyclers, with quality second hand parts and they are under NEW MANAGEMENT! Come in and say hello to the new team today.

Second hand auto parts can save you a considerable amount of money, and at Sun City Wreckers they have a huge range of parts for many different vehicle makes and models. 

Sun City Wreckers will source all types of salvageable car parts to ensure that you get quality spares at a fraction of the cost of their brand new counterparts. They will never provide anything but the best possible parts at the best possible prices.

Sun City Wreckers should have the part you're looking for but if they don't have what you want they will do their best to find it for you.

Sun City Wreckers also have a tow truck available, and used cars for sale.

Come in and see Sun City Wreckers at 71 Flores Road, call them on 9964 5250 or you can email them at suncitywreckers@bigpond.com

Licence number - MD25764


 

Are you stuck for a Mother’s Day gift idea?

Harvey Norman Electrical are having a huge Mother’s Day Sale from 22nd April until 8th May, so you can find the perfect gift for your amazing mum.

If your mum is the best chef around why not update her kitchen appliances or treat your mum to some salon style at home with a new hair styler or a massage cushion. Have a look at Harvey Norman’s latest catalogue for more ideas.

Harvey Norman Electrical is also having a huge stock clearance on fridges, washers, ovens and cooktops to make way for new stock. Come in and have a look and find yourself a bargain.

PRODUCT SPECIAL OF THE MONTH – 

Harvey Norman Electrical have an amazing deal on this Hisense 75” K700 Ultra HD LED LCD Smart TV – yes you read that right 75” screen! – and for only $3997 – this is a huge saving off the RRP.

Come into Harvey Norman Electrical at 38 Chapman Rd or call them on 9964 0100 to take advantage of all their amazing deals.


 

Saturday Buffet Night at Indian Sunset Restaurant

Every Saturday night the Indian Sunset Restaurant has a "BUFFET NIGHT" for just $28.95 per person. This includes a three course meal with entree, 6 curries options (3 vegetarian), and sweets with tea and coffee included.

If you can’t make it on a Saturday night, they are open every other night 4:30pm to 9pm and have à la carte and takeaway menu with heaps of great options to choose from. Indian Sunset is BYO and licensed, have wheel chair access, and seating available inside and outside, with amazing ocean views from the alfresco seating.

Book your table at Indian Sunset by calling 9964 3382 or book online at http://indiansunset.com.au/reservation/.

Don’t want to dine-in but you really want Indian Sunset for dinner – they have a takeaway option! Order online at http://indiansunset.com.au/shop/

And free home delivery is coming soon, so you won’t even have to leave your house to get their delicious food!

MOVIE MEAL DEAL
Would you like to have a lovely meal and see a movie? Then the Indian Sunset offers you a great deal for just $39 per person, which includes a 2 course set menu meal and a movie ticket.

Do you want a free bottle of wine with your meal? 
Show this voucher at Indian Sunset or Toppos on the Terrace and receive a free bottle of wine or 1.25L bottle of soft drink. Conditions Apply.


 

Win the Ultimate Mother’s Day Experience with Indah

Are you looking to spoil mum (or maybe yourself) this Mother’s Day? Do you want to win the Ultimate Mother’s Day Experience? You can do both with Indah Health and Beauty Spa. All you have to do is purchase a gift voucher from Indah Health and Beauty Spa (mum’s present sorted?) and you go into the draw (that the prize to spoil yourself?)

Prize includes:
$200 Flowvitality voucher
$200 Finity Concept Voucher
$200 Pontoon Store voucher
$200 Cut Loose Hair Design voucher
$200 Indah Health and Beauty Spa voucher

Gift vouchers must be over $50 and be purchased between 18th April and 7th May. Winner will be drawn Saturday 7th May


 

Click and Collect Shopping Queens Supa IGA

Queens Supa IGA’s Click and Collect Shopping option has been in full swing for the last 8 weeks and the public’s response has been very positive.

If you haven’t heard about this great new online shopping option with Queens Supa IGA it means you can shop online, at any time that is convenient to you, and then select a pick up time that suits you to collect your shopping. 

To start shopping online go to the Queens Supa IGA website – www.rsgwaonlinestore.com.au and create a personal account. You can then add items to your cart by searching through the categories or through the search bar at the top of the page. You will find all the catalogue and in store specials available online as well, and with their online prices exactly the same as what you find instore they guarantee you will never pay more. You can also then save items you use frequently as favourites to make it easier next time.

Once you have finished selecting your items, check out and pay for your goods, and select a pick up date and time. The pick-up location is the George Rd side of the building. Go into the Click and Collect bay, ring the bell and the lovely staff there will get you your shopping and help you load it into the car so you are on your way in a matter of minutes. Pick up times are:

  • Monday 7am-7pm
  • Tuesday 7am-7pm
  • Wednesday 7am-7pm
  • Thursday 7am-9pm
  • Friday 7am-7pm
  • Saturday 7am-5pm

If you don’t have time to fit in your grocery shopping or find it difficult to go shopping with the kids in tow, have a look at Queens Supa IGA online shopping and take the stress out of shopping, while still being able to shop at your local Queens Supa IGA.


 

Up to 40% off Ready Made Curtains @All Decor

All Decor are so over stocked with their Ready Made Curtains they are overflowing the shelves, so they decided to have a stock clearance with a huge up to 40% off selected Ready Made Curtains!

The Ready Made Curtains are available in a range different colours and styles, and come in ring top or pinch pleat. 

Come in and see the friendly staff in the big blue building on the highway


 

Ziggy Sale at Barbeques Galore

Come into Barbeques Galore to check out the new kids on the block – 

Australians love entertaining outdoors. With the Ziegler and Brown range of portable barbeques you will never compromise on quality, power and reliability…no matter where you do your entertaining.

Available in a range of sizes, this European inspired design outclasses its competitors with innovative technology and superior power output. All grills can be used stand-alone on a table top or with the optional carts. 

When you go into Barbeques Galore to have a look at their huge range of Ziggy’s, mention this ad when purchasing any size Ziggy and get a free cover! Get the head cover free when buying the stand-alone unit, or the full cover when buying the unit and stand. Barbeques Galore also have all accessories available.

Sale starts today 18th April and will finish on the 30th April so make sure you get it to take advantage of this great deal!

Barbeques Galore is in the Homemaker Centre on NWC Hwy or you can call them on 9964 3314


 

Get ready for Mother’s Day at Harvey Norman Electrical

Are you looking to spoil your mum this Mother’s Day or just want to spoil yourself – well you can do both with Harvey Norman’s Buy 2 products and get the second product for 50% off.

Have a look at their current catalogue for great savings on all your personal items like hair dryers, hair stylers, circulation boosters, razors, massagers plus heaps more http://www.harveynorman.com.au/catalogues/current-catalogue/#j=320211&r=V99&t=635959596840000000&v=spread&p=1 
But sale ends on April 24th so hurry in so you don’t miss out.

Harvey Norman Electrical Geraldton would like to introduce the new KitchenAid range – Great kitchen appliances, in a great range of colours!

You can find Harvey Norman Electrical at 38 Chapman Road, 
or can call them on 9964 0100

http://www.harveynorman.com.au/


 

Midwest Aero Medical

Midwest Aero Medical is an accredited modern medical practice with
8 Doctors
1 Nurse practitioner
5 specialised nurses
focused on providing a personalised medical service to all from the newborn to the frail, in town & rurally, to corporate companies & industrial.

Customer service is a top priority with the aim to provide one doctor care, early morning appointments, after school appointments, same day appointments and now Saturday morning appointments for patient convenience. 

Urch St Professional Centre – 12 Urch St
Located within in Urch Street Professional Centre, 12 Urch St (having moved away from the airport in 2014). Midwest Aero Medical has a close working partnership with the following allied health providers within the centre:

• Suncity Skin Cancer Clinic
- Specialised Skin cancer detection & removal and cosmetic services
• Clinipath Pathology
- All blood tests and pathology
• Central West – health & rehabilitation
- Physio, dietician, diabetes programs, injury management, weight loss programs, rehabilitation, gym, hydro pool & sports medicine 

Urch Street Professional Centre is close to the Northgate Shopping Centre and is an easily accessible, with free parking on site, on the street and close to public transport. 

Meet the Team
In the last 6 months Dr Stu Adamson has been joined by senior doctors Dr Frauke Alexander and Dr Ray Borcherds and have a team of 5 fully qualified Registrar Doctors – 

  • Dr Chesna Heydenrych
  • Dr Wan Li Soh
  • Dr Nick Jones
  • Dr Juliet Murray 
  • Dr Brianna Manley

Visiting Specialist
Visiting Specialist Mr Peter Manuel, Podiatry Surgeon, holds a clinic once a week at Midwest Aero Medical rooms. Appointments can be made by calling Midwest Aero on 9956 8999 or through his receptionist at 9965 4331.

Nursing Team
Midwest Aero Medical has 6 nurses specialised in their fields. 

Nurse practitioner, Di Walton, is capable of providing almost all the services of a doctor including writing scripts.

Nurse Manager, Lorna Jackson, has been at Midwest Aero Medical for 10 years and her passion and experience lies in Women’s Health and cosmetics. 

Lorna heads a team of nurses, Tracey, Lisa, Stacey & Jackie each with their own professional skills. In the treatment room they provide services including:

  • Diabetes Education
  • 24 hour Blood Pressure Monitoring
  • Asthma Management
  • Minor Surgical Procedures
  • Travel Immunisations
  • Preventative Health Checks
  • Wound Care
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • As well as your general care of course.

Reception team
Gaylene Crear oversees the lovely team of reception staff Rae, Amanda & Nadine, who are happy to co-ordinate your care in a friendly caring manner. 
Phones open at 8:00am to take your calls. 

Rural Clinics
On a regular basis, a team of medical providers fly out to our rural clinics, providing valuable medical services to the regions. Clinics dates are published within the participating towns of 

  • Mingenew 
  • Eneabba 
  • Leeman
  • Useless Loop

For dates and appointments call our Geraldton Clinic on 9956 8999

Corporate Liaison
For all Corporate & Industrial companies requiring occupational related medicine Midwest Aero medical provides a combined service with their allied health providers offering:

  • Flu shots
  • Drug & alcohol testing 
  • Skin checks 
  • Pre-employment medicals
  • Injury management & rehabilitation 
  • Spirometry & audiometry testing 
  • Occupational Health & Safety programs.
  • Tool box talks

Dr Adamson has additional qualifications in Occupational Medicine and upholds stringent CASA and AMROA safety standards. He oversees a team of doctors providing same day corporate service. 

For your company’s personalised program or corporate attention call our Corporate Liaison Officer Leticya on 9956 8999 today to set up an appointment to discuss your needs. Ron Hayward is available to visit your company to discuss. 

Medicals
Several Doctors with specialised qualifications are on hand for a variety of medicals from land, to sea and air.

  • Maritime medicals – Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approved
  • Aviation medicals - Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) approved
  • Commercial Diving Medicals – AS/NZS2299
  • Pre-employment – Commercial & Industrial
  • Drivers Medicals – Standard and Commercial

Call 9956 8999 for an appointment.

Anaesthetics
An extensive anaesthetic service is provided to support the specialists at St John of God Hospital. 

Dr Adamson offers pre-anaesthetic appointments from the Midwest Aero Medical Clinic. Tel 9956 8999 for an appointment

Hours & Contact Details

Midwest Aero Medical
Suite 3, Urch St Professional Centre
Tel: 9956 8999
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm
Saturday 9:00am – 12:00pm – by appointment
Consultation hours may vary from advertised hours

Clinipath Pathology
Suite 3, Urch St Professional Centre
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday 8:30am – 11:30am – walk in

Suncity Skin Cancer Clinic
Suite 2, Urch St Professional Centre
Tel: 9956 8900
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
Saturday by appointment

Central West – Health & Rehabilitation
Suite 4, Urch St Professional Centre
Tel: 9965 0697
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Saturday 8:00am – 12:00pm – walk in


 

Advanced Fans and Lighting

Advanced Electrical Equipment (AEE) offers electrical trades & the general public an alternative to big corporate, inflexible organisations. They are Western Australian owned and operated, so your money stays in WA.

Bring in your house plans and renovation ideas and the friendly, experienced staff will give you great advice and competitive pricing. 

AEE has a great range of lighting and fans and associated electrical products. Some of the products available are:

  • Swan security cameras
  • Bluetooth speakers
  • Indoor and outdoor security lighting
  • Deck lighting
  • Power points and light switches
  • Floor and table lamps
  • Exhaust fans
  • Ceiling fans
  • Garden lighting
  • LED globes and party lights
  • Intercom and door entry

AEE’s huge range of products available from over 400 leading suppliers including Clipsal, Legrand, Brilliant and Crompton.

For your next electrical inquiry, be sure to get in touch with us, we're pretty sure you will be impressed. 

Address: 146 Flores Road, Geraldton
Phone: 9921 3188
Email: ger-lighting@advanced.net.au


 

Changes to Motor Vehicle Expense Substantiation

Since the commencement of motor vehicle expense substantiation, taxpayers have had four methods by which they could substantiate their car expense deductions:

  1. Cents per kilometre method
  2. 12% of original value method
  3. 1/3 of actual expense method
  4. Log book method

As of 1 July 2015, the “12% of original value method” and “one third of actual expense method” has been withdrawn. This leaves the “cents per kilometre” and the “log book” method available to substantiate car expenses and be able to claim a deduction.

Workplace Motor Vehicle Expenses
It should be notes that there is no change to claiming deductions for “work” vehicles. Claims for work related use of vehicles such as vans and utilities with a carrying capacity of at least one tonne will not be effected by these changes.

Cents per Kilometre
The “cents per kilometre method” is limited to a maximum of 5,000 kilometres per year. Any taxpayer who travels more than 5,000 kilometres in a financial year could be financial disadvantaged if they do not have a compliant log book for the financial year ended 30 June 2016.

Guidelines to ensure your log book is compliant
To have a compliant log book, the following steps must be adhered to;

  • A log book must be kept for the first income year when a claim is made for a car and it must be maintained for a continuous 12 week period.
  • The log book must record all business journeys made in the car for the 12 week period. For each journey the following must be recorded:
  1. The date the journey began and ended
  2. The total kilometres travelled on the journey
  3. The purpose of the journey (i.e. business or private)
  4. The total number of business kilometres travelled
  • If claims are to be made using the log book method for two or more cars in a particular business, the log books must cover the same 12 week period.
  • Once a log book has been maintained for a 12 week period, the next subsequent log book is only required to be completed after 5 years.

We urge all taxpayers to discuss the motor car substantiation options with their accountant, as each taxpayer’s circumstances are different.

Should you have any queries or would like more information, please contact the Geraldton office on 9920 7400.