City of Vincent

Underground Power is just around the corner for residents of some areas of Mt Hawthorn and North Perth, with construction planned to start early next year.

All ratepayers in the map area will be receiving a letter with information about the cost for their property and the payment options we can provide.

To take advantage of the instalment options, we need you to reply by 16 December 2024.

Check your letterbox today!

Find out more and complete the survey on Imagine Vincent https://imagine.vincent.wa.gov.au/underground-power-npmh.

Leederville and Mt Hawthorn Community Safety Forum 🚨

Wednesday 27 November | 6.30pm | City of Vincent Library

Connect with key stakeholders including the City of Vincent, WA Police Force, Department of Communities and Neighbourhood Watch WA, and local community services to collaborate on enhancing safety in the suburbs of Leederville and Mt Hawthorn.

Register by Wednesday 20 November: https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/leederville-and-mt-hawthorn-community-safety-forum/2981

Good vibes all round🌈

Families, friends and allies enjoyed a sunny afternoon at Hyde Park yesterday for Rainbow Picnic. It was a great way to kick off PrideFest with our community.

This was our first time running the event, so if you were there we would love to know your thoughts: https://culturecounts.cc/s/2hqykN

Vincent loves love 🌈

We wear our ally ship with pride in Vincent. This morning, we marked the start of PrideFest by raising the rainbow flag at our Administration Building. The flag will fly proudly all month.

A few ways to celebrate PrideFest:
Rainbow Picnic
Sunday 3 November | 2-5pm | Hyde Park
https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/rainbow-picnic/3149

Pride Pool Party with Perth Rainbow Swans
Saturday 30 November | 5-7pm | Beatty Park Leisure Centre
https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/pride-pool-party/3188

Author Talk with Em Readman
Thursday 28 November | 5.30 – 6.30pm | Vincent Library
https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/queer-futures-an-author-talk-with-em-readman/3205

Over 1,000 poppies and still counting!

Our Poppy Project display will be installed on Friday 8 November, and everyone is welcome to join in. There will be morning tea and a coffee van, plus plenty of opportunity to have your photo taken with the display you helped create.

Friday 8 November | 10am - 12pm | outside the City of Vincent Administration Building

Let us know if you can make it https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/the-poppy-project-installation-and-morning-tea/3197

Draft Stretch Reconciliation Plan 📃

Vincent has developed its fourth Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and is seeking community feedback.

Take this opportunity to comment on the Stretch RAP deliverables.

Tell us how you think Vincent can acknowledge and promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and protocols.

To have your say, visit: https://imagine.vincent.wa.gov.au/stretch-rap

Free bike tune up and coffee on your ride to work 🚴🏽

To say thank you for riding this Bike Month, enjoy a coffee from Kafe a Go Go - Perth's Mobile Coffee Van and bike tune up by People on Bicycles—on us!

We were at Banks Reserve this morning. Catch us along the shared path near Bourke Street in Leederville tomorrow morning.

Bike Month Pop Up
7-9am Thursday 31 October
Near Bourke Street
Map: https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/news/celebrating-your-eco-friendly-commute/12356

Rainbow Picnic 🌈

Come as you are and enjoy the afternoon celebrating rainbow families, friends and allies on Sunday 3 November.

There will be entertainment from the The Big HOO HAA, Fliptease and OUTdance Perth, plus a glitter bar, rainbow maze, silent disco, bracelet making and circus workshops. All free.

Fabulous local organisations including Freedom Centre, Rainbow Community House, and Perth Rainbow Swans will also be there.

BYO picnic rug and food.

Sunday 3 November | 2 – 5pm | Hyde Park (near the stage)

Find out more https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/rainbow-picnic/3149.

Safe Active Streets use a range of improvements to create an environment where traffic speeds are limited to 30 km/h and the volume of traffic is low, meaning it’s safer to walk, scoot, skate or ride.

Detailed designs for Norfolk Neighbourhood Safe Active Street are open for community comment until Monday, 4 November.

Have your say at Imagine Vincent 🗣️

Norfolk Neighbourhood Safe Active Street A detailed design for a Safe Active Street in and around Norfolk Street has been prepared and we are seeking community feedback. Once the consultation closes on 4 November, our project team will review community feedback for incorporation into the design. Background

Riding to work or school this week? You could be in luck!

We're celebrating Bike Month with a free bike tune-up and coffee on your commute.

Our pop up will be at:
🚴🏽Banks Reserve, just off the path near the carpark
7-9am Wednesday 30 October

🚴🏽 Bourke Street heading into Leederville
7-9am Thursday 31 October

Free bike tune ups will be by People on Bicycles. Free coffee for people riding to work by Kafe a Go Go - Perth's Mobile Coffee Van while they last.

It's all about saying thank you for your eco-friendly commute. More information and map: https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/news/celebrating-your-eco-friendly-commute/12356

A new space to rest along the Derbarl Yerrigan 🌿🌞🦘

The recently completed River Journeys Interpretation Node is a peaceful spot to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Banks Reserve.

The space features sandblasted artwork by Whadjuk Noongar man Vaughn McGuire, bench seating and newly planted native greenery. History and cultural stories are told throughout.

The project is a collaboration between the City of Vincent and the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, with funding also contributed by the Heritage Council of WA. It is one of the last major projects in the City’s Banks Reserve Master Plan.

Read more https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/news/new-place-to-rest-and-reflect%C2%A0along-the-derbarl-yerrigan/12369.

Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia
Alison Xamon, Vincent Mayor

Remembrance Day
Monday 11 November | 10.45 - 11.15am | Axford Park

The City of Vincent, in partnership with the RSL WA Mount Hawthorn Sub-Branch, are conducting a small Remembrance Day community service.

On Remembrance Day, we remember and honour those who served, who are currently serving or who died or suffered for Australia's cause in a war or armed conflict.

The morning will offer a short service, and poppies will be available for donations.

Find out more: https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/remembrance-day-2024/3185

Help fight the Polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) in Perth⚠️

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is carrying our their largest-ever surveillance program and can help if you spot signs of the borer in trees at home.

Report any damage to 9368 3080, [email protected], or via the MyPestGuide app.

Learn how to spot PSHB: www.agric.wa.gov.au/borer

The smooth sounds of jazz will be floating through Hyde Park next weekend 🎺

Jazz Picnic in the Park
Saturday 2 November | 12 - 6pm | Hyde Park - Stage Area

Bask in the warmth of the afternoon sun and the sounds of bands big and small, traditional and eclectic at this family-friendly event. Pack a picnic or support the local food vendors 🧺

If you’re a player yourself, pack your (portable) instruments and meet at the stage at 12pm and join in the Jazz Parade.

Find out more: https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/jazz-picnic-in-the-park-2024/3184

This event is delivered by Perth International Jazz Festival and proudly sponsored by the City of Vincent.

Hold a stall at our Young Makers Christmas Market 🎁

We’re looking for young people aged 6-18 to sell their creative wares at our Young Makers Christmas Market on Saturday 7 December.

Our popular annual market is a Christmas-shoppers delight with stalls selling homemade crafts, care products, treats, artwork, upcycled items and more.

We’re also excited to be trying a new location this year – Braithewaite Park.

Apply to hold a stall or perform as a busker before Monday 18 November https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/young-makers-christmas-market/1780

Vincent is the place to be during Buy Nothing New Month👗♻️

Shopping second hand is a great way to reduce waste and keep things out of landfill longer. So it’s a good thing we’ve got many excellent op shops to choose from nearby.

We’ve just welcomed a new one too, with Good Sammy Enterprises now open in Leederville.

Visit one of these:
Vinnies WA Mt Hawthorn
Save the Children Australia Op Shop Mt Hawthorn
Australian Red Cross Shop North Perth
Salvos Stores Mt Hawthorn

Read more about Buy Nothing New Month in Vincent https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/news/how-to-waste-less-this-buy-nothing-new-month/12340

Film Project 2025 Information Session🎬

Wednesday 30 October | 5.30-7pm | The Oxford Hotel Beer Garden, 368 Oxford Street, Leederville

Early career filmmakers are invited to drop in at the information session, where Revelation Film Festival representatives will be available to discuss ideas and ask questions about the process.

Applications close 11 November 2024.

Apply now: https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/our-neighbourhood/see-do/arts/film-project.aspx

The deadline to prepare your gardens ahead of the bush fire season is approaching ⚠️

As part of the Bush Fires Act, property owners/occupiers have until 31 October to clear inflammable matter on their land to reduce the chance of a fire hazard.

Firebreaks of a minimum width of 3m and height of 3m need to be cleared.

Find out more: https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/your-home/property/verge-garden/bushfire-and-fire-hazard-management.aspx

Did you and your fur-baby attend Dogtober? We would love to hear your thoughts on the event 🐕 🐾

Please follow the below link to the survey 👇
https://culturecounts.cc/s/6WaaCb

This event was delivered by The Beaufort Street Network and proudly supported by the City of Vincent.

Did you know many off-the-shelf rodent baits can pose serious risks to native wildlife and pets? 🦉

Many baits contain anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) which not only kill rodents but also harm animals that eat poisoned rodents, including birds, reptiles, and domestic pets. If these rodents are then eaten by other animals, there is a risk of ‘secondary poisoning’ which can be lethal to the animal who consumes it.

To prevent rodents in your backyard or home and help protect wildlife and pets, consider alternative methods.
✅ Keep your place clean and tidy.
✅ Secure compost heaps.
✅ Pick up fallen fruits.
✅Seal holes and other potential entry points in buildings and enclosures.
✅ Use traps – careful positioning is necessary to be effective and reduce harm to non-target species, particularly with lethal traps.
✅ Place all traps and baits out of reach of non-target animals.

These methods help protect both your home and local wildlife.

For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/rodent-control-factsheet

Slow down in my street 🚶🚲🚙

Local roads in Vincent are now 40km/h.

Jazz up your bin while reminding drivers of the new speed limit. Free bin stickers are available at the City of Vincent Community Centre, City of Vincent Library, or Beatty Park Leisure Centre.

More info https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/news/slow-down-in-my-street/12345

Celebrate love in all its colours at Rainbow Picnic on Sunday 3 November 🌈

Enjoy plenty of rainbow fun including entertainment from The Big HOO HAA, Fliptease and OUTdance Perth, a glitter bar, rainbow maze, silent disco, bracelet making and circus workshops. All free.

Fabulous local organisations including Freedom Centre, Rainbow Community House, Perth Rainbow Swans will also be there to chat.

BYO picnic rug and food or grab takeaway from one of the nearby cafés.

Sunday 3 November | 2 – 5pm | Hyde Park near the stage

Find out more https://www.vincent.wa.gov.au/events/rainbow-picnic/3149.