Forty Winks Geraldton’s 10th Birthday Sale

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Forty Winks is turning 10 – and you get all the savings!

First they are having a huge Upsize Sale – if you buy a double, queen or king Serta Mattress, you will only pay the price of a single! Serta Mattresses are so comfortable you’ll never count sheep again. So if you have been thinking about buying a new mattress now is the time.

And if this wasn’t enough, if you mention this post to the friendly staff when you are in store they will give you a further 10% of their already low prices! 

This sale is only available from Wednesday to Saturday 4pm, so make sure you get down to Forty Winks Geraldton at the Homemaker Centre this week. 
If you snooze you’ll lose!

 

2 Complete Pairs of Glasses from $199 at Specsavers

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You can get 2 complete pairs of glasses from $199 at Specsavers Geraldton, PLUS free polarising in your second pair valued at $100.
Hurry, limited time only!

Ever find yourself squinting even though you’re wearing sunglasses?
This could be because your lenses aren’t polarised. Polarising adds comfort and clarity by eliminating 99.9% of glare, providing 100% UV protection, enhancing vivid colour and sharpening vision. This is perfect for daily activities such as driving, gardening, fishing and golf.

Become glare free and care free today at Specsavers Geraldton.

You can call them on 9964 7555 to make an appointment or see them at Stirlings Central Shopping Centre (next to The Reject Shop)

 

Warren Taylor Homes – with you every step of the way

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Bring your home to life with Warren Taylor Homes. Their team are by your side every step of the way, providing you with their uniquely personalised and friendly service, to build the home that you want. 

The entire team is based in-house. Sit around the table with our expert builders and designers to perfect your home. The registered builder will be on site, making sure the workmanship is of a premium standard. Their team are freely available to discuss any query you may have.

What sets them apart
At Warren Taylor Homes you are surrounded by a team that has been handpicked for their expertise, experience and knowledge. They listen to your needs, your wants, and your ideas. 

All of their contractors and suppliers are local and have been selected for their high quality workmanship and premium standard finishes. They have made sure that your investment is in the right hands and that your home reflects the very essence of you. 

Call the today on 9935 9444 or come and see them at 150 Chapman Rd, Geraldton

 

Nominate someone you think deserves recognition for their volunteer efforts

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This community award aims to recognise and honour Geraldton’s outstanding volunteers. Our community of Geraldton has thousands of “unsung heroes” that work tirelessly and sometimes without thanks. These awards are about acknowledging and celebrating the remarkable work of Geraldton volunteers.

Centacare’s Community Volunteer Service aims to promote the value and important contribution of volunteering to the social, cultural, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Nominations are now open for anyone to nominate in any of the below categories:

Community Volunteer of the Year – Presented to an individual 18 years and over to recognise their outstanding voluntary contribution and who, through their volunteering has made a significant impact in our community.

Lifetime Community Volunteer of the Year – Presented to an individual 18 years and over to recognise their life-long (10 years plus) contribution to volunteering in our community and who has enhanced the lives of others and our community through their voluntary activities.

Youth Volunteer of the Year – Presented to an individual under the age of 18 years who has made an outstanding voluntary commitment and through volunteering has positively impacted the lives of others.

Community Volunteer Organisation of the Year – Presented to a volunteer-involving organisation that provides innovative leadership and through good practise in volunteering, brings about positive and enduring change to their community.

All nominees will be honoured at our annual Thank a Volunteer Day event being held on Monday, 5th December at 5.30pm. Venue to be confirmed. http://centacaregeraldton.org.au/nominations-for-volunteer-of-the-year-now-open/ 

Duyfken replica sails into Geraldton

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Members of the public will have a rare opportunity to interact with the Duyfken replica as it sails into Geraldton this Saturday.

As part of the Festivals on the Foreshore Programme, the floating museum has been specifically built to tell the compelling and relatively unknown story of European contact with Australia in the 1600s.

Visitors can interact with sailing and navigational equipment used 400 years ago to traverse thousands of kilometres across the globe with great accuracy.

The stopover in Geraldton is part of the Duyfken ’s 400th anniversary Dirk Hartog commemorative voyage and exhibition program that will see the ship undertake a 10 week, 1,000 kilometre journey along the Western Australian coast.

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Shane Van Styn will experience sailing on the vessel first hand as he will be a crew member from the Dongara to Geraldton leg of the journey.

“It was an honour to be chosen as one of seven locations that the Duyfken replica will be making port at during the voyage,” he said.

“Being provided the opportunity to interact with the ship that played a pivotal role in mapping our coastline while catching a glimpse at some of the hard living conditions endured by those sailors is one that doesn’t happen often.

“I highly encourage anyone who is interested to book a ticket and take a tour of this floating piece of history.”

The Duyfken will sail into the Geraldton Marina on Saturday 8 October and will be open until 8pm. The vessel will stay in Geraldton untilFriday 16 October with tours running every day.

Once on board, you can begin your journey of discovery via an audio guided tour.

Visitors will get to see, touch and interact with the sailing and navigational technology of the early 1600s that enabled Dutch mariners to sail halfway around the world from The Netherlands to the Spice Islands of Indonesia.

There will be a Duyfken Open Day on Sunday 9 October which will be the official welcome celebrations with the community invited to dress up as a pirate.

Tickets for a one hour tour of the Duyfken Replica cost $12.75 for adults aged 17 and older, and $5.10 for children aged 5-16 years. They are on sale now via www.ticketek.com.au

Big names to hit GMC stage

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Former X Factor Winner Reece Mastin.

A swag of big names will hit the Geraldton Multipurpose Centre stage this Sunday for the RedFM Open Air Arena Concert as part of Festivals on the Foreshore.

Former X Factor winner Reece Mastin and X Factor contenders The Fisher Boys will grace the stage for a free all ages concert, with local group Songbird also performing.

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Shane Van Styn said the concert would be a great event for the whole family to enjoy.

“Bring a picnic rug, enjoy the entertainment and take in a beautiful Geraldton sunset while you’re at it,” he said.

“It’s amazing to see even more big names hit the Geraldton stage and we are very fortunate enough to have these amazing acts as part of Festivals on the Foreshore.”

After taking out the X Factor title in 2011, Reece Mastin has already amassed a stockpile of further achievements including two platinum #1 albums, three consecutive chart-topping radio-blasting singles and most recently, a platinum #1 DVD release.

Reece has just released his new album Beautiful Nightmare and says he is looking forward to touring and showing Australia his new music.

"I really hope there's a great reaction to the material from Australian audiences, and from there I'd like to then take the project overseas to see what happens there,” he said.

“I just wanna be able to tour with this record and have kids sing the songs back to me, or have kids on Twitter or Facebook just telling me that they love the record - that would be crazy!

“I just want people to love the music I'm writing and singing, and feel like they're right there in the moment with me.”

Festivals on the Foreshore kicked off on September 30 and runs through to October 16.

There is still loads of great activities and you can head to www.cgg.wa.gov.au for a full programme of events.

Festivals on the Foreshore was made possible by a grant from Tourism WA.

Sun City Batteries proudly donates to Relay for Life

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Sun City Batteries were proud to help Rik and the Bach Bum Relay for Life team by sponsoring them with two BBQ’s to help them raise funds for such a worthy cause. We wish Rik and his team all the best. We would also like to thank Steve (Jimmy) Taylor from JIMFAB and Jason Walsh from Batavia Panel and Paint for their contributions.

 

Yalgoo Emu Cup Fun Day this weekend

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Yalgoo is gearing up to come alive from 8.30am – 10.00pm with colourful crowds for a day out full of outback hilarity at the Yalgoo Emu Cup Fun Day & Family Concert on Saturday October 8. 

This year the event is doing away with the traditional games in favour of an assortment of new family friendly activities. There will be crazy fun with activities such as ‘soccer bubbles’ (think human dodgem cars for children and adults), crazy bikes, jumping balls, fishing ponds, supervised swimming pool and hopping balls. There will also be the supervised PCYC climbing wall. 

And of course there will be the opportunity to dress up for, and watch, the side-splitting spectacle of the day’s theme event – the Emu Cup, in which people of all ages wear handmade (on the day or bought with them) emu costumes before tearing down the race strip in a hilarious performance. 

Festivities will kick off with the Doray Minerals free community breakfast from 8.30am to 9.30am, for everyone to enjoy. 

Free MMG workshops on the day will include dance and make up, hip hop, percussion and drumming. Activities continue throughout the day as do the games and competitions. 

Junkadelic band members will lead the Emu Costume fashion parade with some help for their percussion and drumming workshop attendees. 

From 5pm everyone comes together for a family concert where cup-goers can kick up their heels in the red dirt and under dazzling night skies to the lively festival tunes of Junkadelic, solo artist - Chook Pickett, local DJ “ODie”, leading Aboriginal hip hop artist Bryte, and the 2016 headline act, fresh from their overseas tour, is multi-award winning soul sisters The Merindas. 

Food and drinks are on sale throughout the day and evening. The 18+ bar area is open from 5pm – 10pm. The evening will culminate in a spellbinding fireworks display. 

In the lead up to the event, on the Thursday and Friday, children can take part in MMG-sponsored dance hip hop workshop for boys and makeup, dance and costume making workshops for girls, with results of their efforts delivered as part of the Family Concert. 

As in previous years, there will also be mini emu sculpture making workshops and judging, with winners taking home token cash prizes. 

Mr Brenzi invited people from far and wide to join Yalgoo residents in the family friendly day, with its own brand of quirky outback entertainment. 

“We’re known for doing things a bit differently in the outback and the Yalgoo Emu Cup Fun Day and Family Concert is an excellent example of that,” Shire CEO Silvio Brenzi said. 

“The day is a brilliant way of coming together, revelling in our colourful community spirit and enjoying a hilarious day of activity, fun and laughter. It’s that kind of special event that leaves you feeling truly connected to your fellow humans – no matter what your race, or background, or age. Here everyone comes together with the sole aim of having a seriously good time and a truckload of family fun.”

“Come join us in the action.” 

Please note that Yalgoo has very limited accommodation options so make your booking early at either the Caravan Park (9962 8472) or at the pub (9962 8031) or be prepared to bring a swag! 
The event is made possible with the generous support of Tourism WA, Department of Regional Development, Royalties for Regions, Lotterywest, MMG, Doray Minerals LTD, Centacare Family Services, Water Corporation, Shire of Yalgoo and Radio Mama

More information on the 2016 Yalgoo Emu Cup is available from Event Nation on 08 9964 6088 or email: jodi@eventnation.com.au 

Avivo Coral Coast Presents – The Amazing Race

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As an amazing curtain raiser to Mental Health Awareness Week the Coral Coast crew have worked in partnership with the City of Geraldton and local businesses to come up with the “Amazing Race.”

The event, planned to run from 12pm-3pm on October 5 will be an Avivo-led community engagement event, based in and around Geraldton CBD.

Activities during the event will be based on identified factors that can impact mental health wellbeing, physical health, emotional health, spiritual wellbeing, creativity, and healthy relationships.

Each stop will be based around these themes. In addition, there will be a chalkboard activity. This will require teams to answer a question on that stop’s theme (physical, emotional, etc) and upload pictures of themselves and their answers to Facebook, tagging the Avivo Facebook page and with the hashtags #avivocoralcoast #mhwar and #physicalhealth/#emotionalhealth etc

There will also be chalkboards hidden around the city CBD with the Avivo logo, teams will need to find and upload to social media, with hashtags as well.

If you want to join in the fun you will need a team of 2-5 people and sign-ups will be between 9am and 11am Wednesday October 5th at the Geraldton Multi Purpose Facility near the Foreshore. There will be a prize ceremony and a free sausage sizzle for participants at 4pm.

There are heaps of awesome prizes donated by local businesses, including:

  • Double passes to The Comedy Emporiums’ October and January House Shows
  • Free passes for Everybody Group Fitness Geraldton classes
  • Open Passes for the Geraldton PCYC’s Classes and Programs
  • Free Passes for Orana Cinemas
  • All participants get a free sausage sizzle at the end of the race.

Avivo wished to acknowledge and thank the following sponsors for coming on board to make this an amazing day:

  • The City of Geraldton
  • Orana Cinemas
  • The Comedy Emporium
  • Everybody Group Fitness

For more information check out the Facebook Event page -https://www.facebook.com/events/1623721707926508

 

Looking to build? See Triton Building Co

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Triton Building Company is a family run business, offering services in both residential and commercial projects. Registered builder and director Stu Watson has over 40 years of building experience and is passionate about value and quality.

Triton Building Co offers versatile building packages designed to meet the different needs of a broad client base. Whether it is a unit development, a compact home or a palatial mansion the team at Triton will tailor a package to suit your needs. This may be a home only or include the floor and window treatments and landscaping.

Triton Building Co has worked hard to form solid working relationships with its contractors and suppliers. They consider the contractors that they use to be of the highest standard and appreciate how they have embraced the Triton Building ethos, showing pride in the homes they jointly produce.

Triton Building Co offer high quality homes incorporating practical and functional designs. Use one of their off the shelf plans, customise their plans or bring in your own ideas. Let Triton make your dreams come true. Triton Building Co will ensure your project maintains its budget, schedule and runs smoothly.

Options include but are not limited to double brick, brick veneer or framed construction. If a traditional or modern look is desired, their draftsmen will modify or produce new plans to suit your lifestyle. Take in the views or take best advantage of your block’s orientation.

Triton Building Co endeavour to provide the best quality homes that represent true value.

Triton Building Co was the winner of 7 awards at the 2015 Master Builders They were. 
Brian Neil Award – For the pursuit of excellence in the building industry
The building Commissions -Excellence in Building Practice
Display Home Open Category
Framed Construction Open Category
Contract Homes $350,000-$400,000
Excellence in Metal Cladding/Roofing
Excellence in Brick and Block Paving

The Brian Neil Award is a sought after award within the building industry, that recognises the various skills across ten categories. Winning the Brian Neil Award shows that Triton Building Co is truly dedicated to building you your perfect home.

Call Triton Building Co on 9921 4661 to make an appointment to look at their display home at 20 Flavia Crescent, Wandina. Access is by appointment only.

Queens Liquor Store has changed their name

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So you may have noticed a few changes happening at the Queens Liquor Store. 

They have changed their name to Cellarbrations at The Queens.

The store has had a fresh coat of paint and new signage but you will still see the same awesome staff, with even more specials.

You can still join the Crafty Beer Club and try all their different craft beers from around the world.

Like to try something new? Keep your eye out for their next tasting night, where they open up a range of different products so you can try before you buy. Plus they have wines open on the Tasting Counter every day of the week.

And because of the great response Cellarbrations at The Queens is holding another Wine Course.

Where - Bite'Z Tavern
When - Tuesday 18th October at 6:30pm
Cost - $15 per person

What's included?

  • Try 8 wines from around the world
  • Learn about your senses 
  • Expand your knowledge of the wine regions of the world
  • Learn what makes a good vintage
  • Broaden your general knowledge on wine selection
  • 10% Discount voucher for Bite'Z

Group bookings (Max 12) and office parties welcome. Book your tickets in-store now. Limited spaces so book early!

Come down and check out the new look Cellarbrations at The Queens and follow their Facebook page for their latest news, events and specials.

 

Yalgoo to Come Alive with Outback Hilarity

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Yalgoo is gearing up to come alive from 8.30am – 10.00pm with colourful crowds for a day out full of outback hilarity at the Yalgoo Emu Cup Fun Day & Family Concert on Saturday October 8. 

This year the event is doing away with the traditional games in favour of an assortment of new family friendly activities. There will be crazy fun with activities such as ‘soccer bubbles’ (think human dodgem cars for children and adults), crazy bikes, jumping balls, fishing ponds, supervised swimming pool and hopping balls. There will also be the supervised PCYC climbing wall. 

And of course there will be the opportunity to dress up for, and watch, the side-splitting spectacle of the day’s theme event – the Emu Cup, in which people of all ages wear handmade (on the day or bought with them) emu costumes before tearing down the race strip in a hilarious performance. 

Festivities will kick off with the Doray Minerals free community breakfast from 8.30am to 9.30am, for everyone to enjoy. 

Free MMG workshops on the day will include dance and make up, hip hop, percussion and drumming. Activities continue throughout the day as do the games and competitions. 

Junkadelic band members will lead the Emu Costume fashion parade with some help for their percussion and drumming workshop attendees. 

From 5pm everyone comes together for a family concert where cup-goers can kick up their heels in the red dirt and under dazzling night skies to the lively festival tunes of Junkadelic, solo artist - Chook Pickett, local DJ “ODie”, leading Aboriginal hip hop artist Bryte, and the 2016 headline act, fresh from their overseas tour, is multi-award winning soul sisters The Merindas. 

Food and drinks are on sale throughout the day and evening. The 18+ bar area is open from 5pm – 10pm. The evening will culminate in a spellbinding fireworks display. 

In the lead up to the event, on the Thursday and Friday, children can take part in MMG-sponsored dance hip hop workshop for boys and makeup, dance and costume making workshops for girls, with results of their efforts delivered as part of the Family Concert. 

As in previous years, there will also be mini emu sculpture making workshops and judging, with winners taking home token cash prizes. 

Mr Brenzi invited people from far and wide to join Yalgoo residents in the family friendly day, with its own brand of quirky outback entertainment. 

“We’re known for doing things a bit differently in the outback and the Yalgoo Emu Cup Fun Day and Family Concert is an excellent example of that,” Shire CEO Silvio Brenzi said. 

“The day is a brilliant way of coming together, revelling in our colourful community spirit and enjoying a hilarious day of activity, fun and laughter. It’s that kind of special event that leaves you feeling truly connected to your fellow humans – no matter what your race, or background, or age. Here everyone comes together with the sole aim of having a seriously good time and a truckload of family fun.”

“Come join us in the action.” 

Please note that Yalgoo has very limited accommodation options so make your booking early at either the Caravan Park (9962 8472) or at the pub (9962 8031) or be prepared to bring a swag! 

The event is made possible with the generous support of Tourism WA, Department of Regional Development, Royalties for Regions, Lotterywest, MMG, Doray Minerals LTD, Centacare Family Services, Water Corporation, Shire of Yalgoo and Radio Mama 

More information on the 2016 Yalgoo Emu Cup is available from Event Nation on 08 9964 6088 or email: jodi@eventnation.com.au 

MMG Golden Grove 2016 Round 2 Community Investment Program

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MMG strives to be a responsible business underpinned by strong values and a belief that ‘We Mine For Progress’ - our progress and the progress of our stakeholders’. Benefits of our operations are shared by investment in the sustainable future of the communities in which we operate.

The MMG Golden Grove Community Investment Program is designed to provide support to community groups that make a difference by enhancing well being and improving the social, environmental, educational and economic outcomes for the local communities in the Midwest region of Western Australia. 

Applications for Round Two of the 2016 MMG Golden Grove Sponsorship Program are now being called.  A total of $15,000 will be available to assist local community groups and committees.

If you are a Not for Profit organisation and would like to apply for assistance to benefit a local initiative that delivers a sustainable whole community benefit, please email us at GGCommunity@mmg.com to request the application form.

Applications close on 23 September 2016.

All applications will be assessed against the eligibility criteria and successful applicants will be notified by the end of October.

For more information please contact Michelle Holmes, Senior Specialist Community Relations - michelle.holmes@mmg.com.

SUPER "SUITE" SALE

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!!!!!!!!!!!!SUPER "SUITE" SALE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Come down and check out our huge range of dining, bedroom and lounge suites!!
There is Plenty of Super "Suite" Deals to choose from!!!!!!!!!!!

FREE GIFT WITH EVERY SALE OVER $700
Mention this add when you Buy any suite and get free delivery and $50 OFF your purchase

Swift lounge suite $2049

Deco Queen bed suite $2459


Moza pce dining suite $1899

 

Foodvana: The Food Delivery Service Delivering to Geraldton

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When it comes to ordering in, food delivery options have always been somewhat limited in Geraldton. 

Sure you can order ahead to pick up food but still time consuming and you still have to leave the house. What if you don’t live close or you’re busy at work? Maybe you have hands full with the kids or you have had a few drinks.

Well, imagine a world where you can order and have delivered to your door amazingly fresh restaurant quality food like – 

  • A real burger
  • Thai beef salad
  • A fresh home-made pie
  • A spicy vindaloo
  • The perfect pasta
  • Wood-fired pizza
  • Delicious dumplings
  • Tasty jaffles
  • Delightful kebabs
  • Fresh fruit smoothies
  • Mouth-watering Mexican 
  • And so much more… 

Foodvana, a brand new Geraldton based business is planning on making that a reality!

Foodvana is a website and free app expanding the landscape for food deliveries as we know it in Geraldton. By partnering with popular cafes and restaurants they will be able to bring your favourite meals straight to your home or office.

Mark Gould the creator of Foodvana said “Foodvana is about bringing great food and drinks to your door so you don’t have to settle for the ‘usual’ just because it’s easier. We want to bring the technology of modern day conveniences to the regional areas which usually get overlooked.” 

Ultimately, Foodvana is more than just a food delivery service – it aims to help connect local businesses to more customers in the wider community. This means more choices and convenience for the customer and more business for the cafes and restaurants, a win-win scenario for Geraldton. 

“Dine in or dine out – we all like to do both – but Foodvana is hoping to open up a new revenue stream for restaurants by giving them the platform to display their menus and deliver their food to customers who are unable to make it to them.” Mark said

Delivery fee will start from $5 whether you are ordering for one or a party of five*. What’s more you can track your order in real time. Real Food, Unreal Delivery.
*Delivery fee depends on your distance from the CBD

Go to the Foodvana website to register and be kept up to date when the deliveries will start – www.foodvana.com.au and check out the Facebook page to see which restaurants and cafes are already on board.

If you are a restaurant or café that would like to join forces with Foodvana you can contact Mark at info@foodvana.com.au

HorseHead and I (honestly) Love You at Queens Park Theatre

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If you’re up for some quirky comedy don’t miss out on a brilliant double header of two short comedy plays at the Queens Park Theatre!

HorseHead and I (honestly) Love You will hit the QPT stage on Saturday 10 September at 8pm.

HorseHead will present a whip-cracking tale of two men on a viciously gruesome task while rom com I (honestly) Love You will bring to light the real truth of relationships.

Get your tickets now at www.queensparktheatre.com.au

 

Digital Retinal Photography at Specsavers

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At Specsavers, Digital Retinal Photography is free with every standard eye exam.

Digital Retinal Photography allows Specsavers optometrists to screen for abnormalities which can help with the early detection of diseases including glaucoma, macular degeneration and retinal changes that may be associated with diabetes.

Digital Retinal Photography uses sophisticated equipment to produce a high-resolution photograph of your retina, optic nerve and blood vessels. Any detected abnormalities can then be monitored and treated to better protect the quality of your sight and overall eye health. These images are stored by our optometrists to track your eye health over time. This means photos can be compared to help identify subtle changes in the eyes that could indicate serious eyes diseases.

Jacques Breytenbach, Optometrist and Store Director Specsavers Geraldton, says, “I am so pleased that we offer our customers access to the best eye care possible with the latest cutting edge technology. I believe all our customers deserve access to advanced technology without having to pay extra for it.”

Regardless of whether or not you wear glasses, Specsavers optometrists recommend that everyone, including children, have an eye test every two years.

For more information or to book an eye test online, visit www.specsavers.com.au/stores/geraldton

Specsavers - Stirlings Central Shopping Centre - Phone (08) 99647555

 

20% off Avenues Carpet at All Decor

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This month at All Decor you can get 20% off the Avenues Carpet range.

Avenues Cavill, Madison and Park are their most popular colours and All Decor has rolls of these available in store now.

The Avenues carpet is a heavy duty residential carpet that comes with a 7 year wear warranty, so it’s perfect for all rooms of the house including the high traffic areas.

All Decor uses qualified and experienced carpet layers, so your carpet is laid and made to last.

Come into All Decor on the corner of North West Coastal Hwy and Jensen St to see the carpet for yourself, and if you’re quick you might be able to get this great stock carpet laid within 7 days (subject to availability).