RSPCA WA free community day to support Gosnells pet owners after mass increase in animal cruelty reports

 RSPCA WA free community day to support Gosnells pet owners after mass increase in animal cruelty reports | PerthNow

RSPCA WA Community Action Day – Key Points

Purpose

• Support struggling pet owners in the City of Gosnells as cost‑of‑living pressures make pet care harder.

• Part of RSPCA WA’s expanded response to a rise in animal cruelty and neglect reports.

Event Details

• Where: Maddington Community Centre

• When: Wednesday, May 6, from 1pm to 3pm

• Who can attend:

  • Social, vaccinated dogs on a leash

  • Puppies (unvaccinated must be carried)

  • Cats cannot attend, but owners can still collect supplies and advice

• Registration required (online)

Free Services Offered

• Dog health checks by South Metropolitan TAFE staff/students

• Microchipping for dogs (not for litters or breeders)

• Pet food for dogs and cats

• Flea and worming treatments

• Advice from city rangers and dog behaviour specialists

Why It’s Needed

• RSPCA WA received 412 cruelty reports from Gosnells suburbs last financial year — almost 5% higher than the previous year.

• Gosnells has the fifth‑highest cruelty incidence rate in WA.

• Many issues stem from financial pressure, including inability to afford food, vet care, and parasite prevention.

RSPCA WA’s 2026 Plan

• More than double the number of community outreach days:

  • 23 events planned for 2026 (up from 10 in 2025)

  • Covering Perth metro, the Kimberley, and the Wheatbelt

• Common problems they aim to address:

  • Chronic skin conditions from fleas

  • Underweight animals

  • Strays without microchips

  • Pets surrendered due to behavioural challenges

Whats on: WIN Mum a Day Off! Enter before Mother’s Day

 WIN at Maddington Central this Mother’s Day

🎁 Overview

• Maddington Central is running a Mother’s Day giveaway.

• Prize: a full pamper day for one local mum, redeemable at the centre.

🌸 What the Winner Receives

• Relaxation massage voucher

• Manicure & pedicure voucher

• $30 lunch voucher at a participating eatery

• All vouchers must be redeemed in person at Maddington Central.

📝 How to Enter

• Fill out the online form with:

  • Name

  • Phone

  • Email

  • A short message about your mum or mother‑figure

• Confirm:

  • You’re 18+

  • You’re a WA resident

  • You accept the terms & conditions

• One entry per person

• Entry is free and requires no purchase.

📅 Key Dates

• Entries open: Fri 1 May 2026

• Entries close: Sat 9 May 2026 at 11:59pm AWST

• Winner drawn: Mon 11 May 2026

📍 Eligibility

• Western Australian residents only (postcodes 6000–6797, 6800–6999).

• Must provide a valid Australian email and mobile number.

• Proof of WA residency may be required.

• Employees of the centre, CBRE, prize suppliers, and marketing agencies are not eligible.

🎟️ Draw & Winner Notification

• Random computer-generated draw.

• Winner notified by email and phone within 2 business days.

• First name and suburb announced on Instagram and Facebook.

📬 Prize Collection

• Vouchers sent via email or collected from centre management.

• Photo ID required if collecting in person.

🔐 Privacy

• Personal information used for:

  • Administering the competition

  • Contacting the winner

  • (Optional) Marketing emails if the entrant opts in

• Data handled per the Maddington Central Privacy Policy.

📸 Winner Promotion

• Winner may be asked to participate in reasonable promotional activity (e.g., photo or short story), but it’s not mandatory.

Poppy planting fills Anzac Gardens

 Poppy planting fills Anzac Gardens | City of Gosnells

More than 1,000 paper poppies, created by local school children, have been planted in the newly named Anzac Gardens, to commemorate Anzac Day in the City of Gosnells.

Mayor Terresa Lynes joined Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Member for Burt Matt Keogh at Southern Grove Primary School, where students were making some of the poppies.

The paper flowers were later planted in Anzac Gardens by City of Gosnells Councillor and ex-servicewoman Kylie Dalton, alongside students from Wirrabirra Education Support Centre.

Other participating schools included Ashburton Drive, Beckenham, Caladenia, East Kenwick, Sacred Heart and Wirrabirra primary schools as well as Rehoboth Christian College.

“Creating and planting poppies has been a special way for local school children to connect with the Anzac spirit,” Mayor Lynes said.

Urban forest projects boost Swan Canning Riverpark restoration

 Urban forest projects boost Swan Canning Riverpark restoration | Western Australian Government

🌱 Key Takeaways

• Six new urban forest restoration projects will roll out across the Swan Canning Riverpark over the next three years.

• $925,000 in funding is being shared among six local governments.

• The Urban Forest program will be extended in 2025, with an additional $1.85 million over two years.

• The initiative supports the Cook Labor Government’s commitment to protecting and restoring WA’s natural environments.

• Projects will be delivered in partnership with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA).

• Funding covers up to two‑thirds of each project’s total cost.

🏞️ Background & Program Impact

• The Urban Forest program began as a 2021 election commitment with $3 million over four years.

• Earlier rounds supported 20 restoration projects, including:

  • 41 hectares of weed control

  • 27 hectares of revegetation

  • 500,000+ native plants established

• The program aims to improve ecosystem health, urban canopy, biodiversity, and community amenity.

📍 Funded Projects (2026 Round)

Location / Site	Local Government	Project Focus
William Lane Riparian Corridor	City of Gosnells	Connect restored riparian areas to form an eco‑corridor along Southern River.
Wungong River Urban Forest	City of Armadale	Restore foreshore at Champion Lakes; invasive species control + diverse native planting.
Point Fraser Foreshore & Swales	City of Perth	Revegetation of foreshore and car park swales linked to the river.
Casuarina Lake, Garvey Park	City of Belmont	Restore understorey/midstorey vegetation to support local fauna.
Bindaring Park North	Town of Bassendean	Weed control and revegetation around living stream and bushland.
Maylands Foreshore	City of Bayswater	Multiple revegetation and weed‑control sites to improve habitat and connectivity.

🗣️ Minister’s Comments

Environment Minister Matthew Swinbourn emphasises:

• The Riverpark’s importance to environmental and community wellbeing.

• The value of local government partnerships in expanding on‑ground restoration.

• Continued investment reflects a commitment to protecting Perth’s natural assets for future generations.

Darts

 Darts – Gosnells Community Men's Shed

🎯 Key Details

• Location: Wiltshire Room

• Session Times: Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:00am, running for 1 hour

• Contact Person: Al Gordon

🎯 Activity Overview

• Members play singles or doubles, depending on attendance.

• The main game played is “301”, but other dart games can be played if there’s interest.

• No experience is required — beginners are welcome.

• Darts are provided for anyone who doesn’t have their own set.

🎯 Community & Atmosphere

• The group enjoys friendly rivalry and a relaxed, social environment.

• Members learn from each other and have fun while improving their skills.

🎯 Additional Notes

• Visitors are encouraged to explore other activities or check out membership options.