by Joel Agland 6 May, 2011
A severe knee injury sustained by South Fremantle Football Club captain Jaymie Graham, has ended his 2011 season and has the potential to end his career.
Graham was involved in a front on collision with Subiaco player Danny Hughes, which resulted in Graham’s kneecap dislocating from the weight of the impact, causing his ensuing ligaments around his knee to be damaged.
He was stretchered from the ground, before being taken to Fremantle Hospital for treatment by ambulance.
Graham has played 105 games for South Fremantle and enjoyed a three year period in the AFL for the West Coast Eagles, from 2005-2008, playing 37 games and kicking 13 goals.
Graham relinquished his AFL career by quitting the Eagles in 2009 to dedicate more time to looking after his younger sister Candy, who at the time was in foster care.
“The severity of Jaymie’s knee injury is going to have a major impact on every aspect of his life from work, uni, footy and of course his family life," said close friend and South Fremantle teammate Mathew Leece.
Graham was released from Fremantle hospital on Tuesday and will undergo a full knee reconstruction on Friday.
“We’ve been told Jaymie will be out for a minimum of 18 months and won’t be able to begin his recovery for a couple of weeks until the swelling goes down, but he wants to return footy again and also wants to lead the club next year,” said Leece.
Graham will stay involved with the South Fremantle Football Club by helping out in a coaching role after he begins his recovery.
Hi knee injury was broadcast on Channel One on the program The Fifth Quarter, with host Andrew Maher describing the injury as the worst he has seen on a football field.
“When it happened I didn’t think too much of it, but when I saw the replays after the game, I was horrified and devastated for him” said Subiaco midfielder Jason Bristow.
“I spoke to Danny about it after and he didn’t realise how bad it was until after as well, it’s just one of those things you hate to see in football,” said Bristow
The South Fremantle Football Club is keeping friends, teammates and fans updated with the latest news on Jaymie Graham’s injury on their website.
Thursday, 19 May 2011
Pub powerless despite $5m rebuild
by Julie Newman 12 May 2011
The Byford Tavern south east of Perth, has been told that their power allocation is no longer available after spending $5 million to rebuild damage caused by an electrical fire 10 months ago.
“We could not have the same power allocation as it has been used up by new development and the area now needs a new transformer,” said owner Trevor Holgate.
“Half of our power is provided by a generator which kept cutting out and it has caused us problems.
“I don’t know how long we have to wait for a transformer. Western Power will not give a date,” said Mr Holgate.
Western Power failed to provide a response by the time of going to print.
The July, 2010 fire was caused by an electrical fault in the TAB bar and completed gutted the building.
Valuable sporting memorabilia displays and personal jewellery were also lost in the fire.
The Byford Tavern is now fully operational but faulty power only adds to the expected problems of new equipment, new staff and new menus.
“Basically it is going well, but some people are very unforgiving.
“They think it should all be the way it was, but it doesn’t work like that straight away,” said Mr Holgate.
The faulty generator has been replaced but the power cuts caused problems for the staff when lights and refrigeration kept cutting out.
“It seems unfair that the power company allocated our share of power to the new developments in the area when they knew we would need it,” said manager, Kira Hall.
Ms Hall was enthusiastic about the first week of trading as there was concern that it would take time to rebuild clientele.
Ms Hall explained that the new facility is working well but said it was not without teething problems.
After the fire, staff were left without employment and most found long term employment elsewhere.
“Only five of us could come back and we need to see if the staff we have trained up will cut it,” said Ms Hall.
“We are really surprised how busy we are so soon and it is a big ask for new staff,” said Ms Hall.
Locals have missed the facilities offered of three bars, bottle shop, restaurant, dining room, al-fresco dining room, function room and TAB.
Local identity, Bill Evans was devastated when he heard his local had burnt down as it was his “second home”.
“It was a big shock, just terrible.
“It’s great to be back with my mates but they seem to have got death adders in their pockets,” said Mr Evans referring to who should be shouting the next round.
The Byford Tavern south east of Perth, has been told that their power allocation is no longer available after spending $5 million to rebuild damage caused by an electrical fire 10 months ago.
“We could not have the same power allocation as it has been used up by new development and the area now needs a new transformer,” said owner Trevor Holgate.
“Half of our power is provided by a generator which kept cutting out and it has caused us problems.
“I don’t know how long we have to wait for a transformer. Western Power will not give a date,” said Mr Holgate.
Western Power failed to provide a response by the time of going to print.
The July, 2010 fire was caused by an electrical fault in the TAB bar and completed gutted the building.
Valuable sporting memorabilia displays and personal jewellery were also lost in the fire.
The Byford Tavern is now fully operational but faulty power only adds to the expected problems of new equipment, new staff and new menus.
“Basically it is going well, but some people are very unforgiving.
“They think it should all be the way it was, but it doesn’t work like that straight away,” said Mr Holgate.
The faulty generator has been replaced but the power cuts caused problems for the staff when lights and refrigeration kept cutting out.
“It seems unfair that the power company allocated our share of power to the new developments in the area when they knew we would need it,” said manager, Kira Hall.
Ms Hall was enthusiastic about the first week of trading as there was concern that it would take time to rebuild clientele.
Ms Hall explained that the new facility is working well but said it was not without teething problems.
After the fire, staff were left without employment and most found long term employment elsewhere.
“Only five of us could come back and we need to see if the staff we have trained up will cut it,” said Ms Hall.
“We are really surprised how busy we are so soon and it is a big ask for new staff,” said Ms Hall.
Locals have missed the facilities offered of three bars, bottle shop, restaurant, dining room, al-fresco dining room, function room and TAB.
Local identity, Bill Evans was devastated when he heard his local had burnt down as it was his “second home”.
“It was a big shock, just terrible.
“It’s great to be back with my mates but they seem to have got death adders in their pockets,” said Mr Evans referring to who should be shouting the next round.
Carers await fair pay case decision
by Liam Pack, 10 May 2011
The Australian Service Union (ASU) along with four other unions, have wrapped up their submissions to Fair Work Australia regarding pay equity and are now awaiting a decision.
The hearings were for carers in the social, community and disability sectors.
ASU branch secretary, Pat Branson sayss if the case is won it will result in a pay increase of 17 to 37 percent for Western Australia (WA) carers.
“The pay rise will be funded by the government and hopefully provide a huge boost to carer retention in WA,” she said.
The case relies on provisions under the Fair Work Act and is the first case to run under the new industrial relations laws.
The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry claimed the pay rise will cost Australia eight billion dollars annually, creating less jobs and leading to “uneatable leap frogging”.
Ms Branson hit back at the claims.
“They’re probably right,” she said.
“However it just proves that carers have been underpaid for so long.
“What they do not say is who is going to provide these services if we don’t,” Ms Branson said.
Under the Western Australia Minimum Conditions Act 1993, full time carers can be placed on a minimum of $15.45 per hour and are not entitled to overtime.
Perth aged carer, Emma Depane, was shocked to hear how low some carers are getting paid in WA.
“Right now I am on $17 an hour and feel lucky that I am on that much.
“If the hearing is successful the extra money will help carers combat Western Australia’s continued rise in cost of living,” she said.
The Australian Treasury Department highlighted the problem of a booming resource sector, leading to a two speed economy and contributing to Western Australia’s high cost of living.
“The government have to realise that not everyone in this state work on the mines,” Ms Depane said.
Ms Branson has no doubt that the union will win its case with Fair Work but continues to be frustrated by the lack of support shown by the state government.
“The government will only do something if they think it is electorally sexy, or if they are forced to do it,” she said.
“Our state government seems to think there are wonderful women who will do this for little money.
“However, being kind doesn’t pay your mortgage,” she said.
FWA will announce the case findings and their decision on June 30 this year.
The Australian Service Union (ASU) along with four other unions, have wrapped up their submissions to Fair Work Australia regarding pay equity and are now awaiting a decision.
The hearings were for carers in the social, community and disability sectors.
ASU branch secretary, Pat Branson sayss if the case is won it will result in a pay increase of 17 to 37 percent for Western Australia (WA) carers.
“The pay rise will be funded by the government and hopefully provide a huge boost to carer retention in WA,” she said.
The case relies on provisions under the Fair Work Act and is the first case to run under the new industrial relations laws.
The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry claimed the pay rise will cost Australia eight billion dollars annually, creating less jobs and leading to “uneatable leap frogging”.
Ms Branson hit back at the claims.
“They’re probably right,” she said.
“However it just proves that carers have been underpaid for so long.
“What they do not say is who is going to provide these services if we don’t,” Ms Branson said.
Under the Western Australia Minimum Conditions Act 1993, full time carers can be placed on a minimum of $15.45 per hour and are not entitled to overtime.
Perth aged carer, Emma Depane, was shocked to hear how low some carers are getting paid in WA.
“Right now I am on $17 an hour and feel lucky that I am on that much.
“If the hearing is successful the extra money will help carers combat Western Australia’s continued rise in cost of living,” she said.
The Australian Treasury Department highlighted the problem of a booming resource sector, leading to a two speed economy and contributing to Western Australia’s high cost of living.
“The government have to realise that not everyone in this state work on the mines,” Ms Depane said.
Ms Branson has no doubt that the union will win its case with Fair Work but continues to be frustrated by the lack of support shown by the state government.
“The government will only do something if they think it is electorally sexy, or if they are forced to do it,” she said.
“Our state government seems to think there are wonderful women who will do this for little money.
“However, being kind doesn’t pay your mortgage,” she said.
FWA will announce the case findings and their decision on June 30 this year.
Late Night Safety Concerns when hospital hub opens
by Kate Hughes, 13 May 2011
Nurses and supporting staff at Saint John of God Murdoch are concerned for their safety and access to the workplace once the largest southern hospital hub opens in 2014.
Fiona Stanley Hospital, located adjacent to major private hospital Saint John of God, is the largest building infrastructure project ever undertaken by the state that will offer public health care services to communities south of the river and across the state.
Along with the building of Fiona Stanley, Saint John of God will undergo redevelopment later this year, increasing traffic within the immediate area and in turn place more stress on parking and public transport.
“It’s hard to get a car park now, let alone what is likely to happen after next door opens with the influx of people movement in this area,” says Mary Murray, a registered nurse at Saint John of God.
“Despite the fact there is good access to the railway station, the problem with many shift workers is the safety concern moving to and from train stations at both ends.
“There aren’t as many trains running on Saturday and Sunday and nurses don’t want to finish a late shift to then have to walk alone and wait around stations so it’s a question of whether the public transport can accommodate our needs.”
Both hospital developments will vastly increase the amount of people in the area, attracting thousands more staff, patients, visitors and delivery services that raise concern over security risks.
“Public hospitals bring a slightly different cliental which brings its own inherent risks such as security for staff,” says Saint John of God Occupational Health and Safety Co-ordinator, Shauna Howarth.
“Saint John of God is a very open campus and has no isolation boundaries allowing anyone to walk onto site so this is probably going to have to change in the near future.
“It’s very likely that a fence will be put up surrounding the hospital, there will need to be security activated boom gates, more lighting and an extensive staff of security officers to add to the security around Murdoch once this area becomes one of the busiest in Perth.”
Saint John of God Occupational Health and Safety have employed an external consultant to review the security of the campus which involves a risk assessment of the environment and a detailed list of actions that work towards eliminating security risks.
Nurses and supporting staff at Saint John of God Murdoch are concerned for their safety and access to the workplace once the largest southern hospital hub opens in 2014.
Fiona Stanley Hospital, located adjacent to major private hospital Saint John of God, is the largest building infrastructure project ever undertaken by the state that will offer public health care services to communities south of the river and across the state.
Along with the building of Fiona Stanley, Saint John of God will undergo redevelopment later this year, increasing traffic within the immediate area and in turn place more stress on parking and public transport.
“It’s hard to get a car park now, let alone what is likely to happen after next door opens with the influx of people movement in this area,” says Mary Murray, a registered nurse at Saint John of God.
“Despite the fact there is good access to the railway station, the problem with many shift workers is the safety concern moving to and from train stations at both ends.
“There aren’t as many trains running on Saturday and Sunday and nurses don’t want to finish a late shift to then have to walk alone and wait around stations so it’s a question of whether the public transport can accommodate our needs.”
Both hospital developments will vastly increase the amount of people in the area, attracting thousands more staff, patients, visitors and delivery services that raise concern over security risks.
“Public hospitals bring a slightly different cliental which brings its own inherent risks such as security for staff,” says Saint John of God Occupational Health and Safety Co-ordinator, Shauna Howarth.
“Saint John of God is a very open campus and has no isolation boundaries allowing anyone to walk onto site so this is probably going to have to change in the near future.
“It’s very likely that a fence will be put up surrounding the hospital, there will need to be security activated boom gates, more lighting and an extensive staff of security officers to add to the security around Murdoch once this area becomes one of the busiest in Perth.”
Saint John of God Occupational Health and Safety have employed an external consultant to review the security of the campus which involves a risk assessment of the environment and a detailed list of actions that work towards eliminating security risks.
Freo nightclubs face $100k street cleaning bill
by Melanie Stirling, 25 April 2011
A proposed rate hike could see Fremnatle nightclubs paying an extra $100,000 annually for street cleaning.
Fremantle Corporate Services Director Glen Dougall says the proposed differential rate was introduced to reflect the cost of cleaning and security surveillance needed in the Fremantle CBD late on weekends.
“The general rate being proposed by council for the 2011-12 budget is for an increase of five per cent,” Mr Dougall said.
Fremantle Corporate Services Director acknowledges that there has been much debate on the impact that the late night venues have on the Fremantle community.
“This debate will consider the position of the level nightclubs contribute to this, and the proportion that they may provide towards the management of these issues,” he said.
Fremantle council has released figures that indicate an annual cost of $800,000 and an addition $180,000 for CCVTV monitoring is attributed to the nightclubs. The City proposes that the late night venues pay a proportion of this cost.
“Present estimates are that the Nightclub Differential Rate will gain an additional $100,000 in revenue. It costs the City over $850,000 per annum to clean the paths of CBD currently so this is 12 per cent of current costs,” Mr Dougall said.
The owners of the three Fremantle nightclubs that will be affected by the hike have declined to comment at this stage.
The Strategic and General Services committee resolved to announce the proposed differential rate at a City of Fremantle community meeting in early April 2011.
Other businesses in the Fremantle CBD that are contributing to these cleanup costs, could be hit with a rate hike in the near future.
“Other issues may be raised by the community and council we will be more than willing to consider the community feedback on this issue,” Mr Dougal said.
The City of Fremantle intends to advertise the proposed rate hikes in early May and give the community a 21 day period to comment.
“This advertising will commence in early May and council is providing good notice of this issue so it may be properly debated before it considers its final decision with the adoption of the Budget in late June,” Mr Dougall said.
A proposed rate hike could see Fremnatle nightclubs paying an extra $100,000 annually for street cleaning.
Fremantle Corporate Services Director Glen Dougall says the proposed differential rate was introduced to reflect the cost of cleaning and security surveillance needed in the Fremantle CBD late on weekends.
“The general rate being proposed by council for the 2011-12 budget is for an increase of five per cent,” Mr Dougall said.
Fremantle Corporate Services Director acknowledges that there has been much debate on the impact that the late night venues have on the Fremantle community.
“This debate will consider the position of the level nightclubs contribute to this, and the proportion that they may provide towards the management of these issues,” he said.
Fremantle council has released figures that indicate an annual cost of $800,000 and an addition $180,000 for CCVTV monitoring is attributed to the nightclubs. The City proposes that the late night venues pay a proportion of this cost.
“Present estimates are that the Nightclub Differential Rate will gain an additional $100,000 in revenue. It costs the City over $850,000 per annum to clean the paths of CBD currently so this is 12 per cent of current costs,” Mr Dougall said.
The owners of the three Fremantle nightclubs that will be affected by the hike have declined to comment at this stage.
The Strategic and General Services committee resolved to announce the proposed differential rate at a City of Fremantle community meeting in early April 2011.
Other businesses in the Fremantle CBD that are contributing to these cleanup costs, could be hit with a rate hike in the near future.
“Other issues may be raised by the community and council we will be more than willing to consider the community feedback on this issue,” Mr Dougal said.
The City of Fremantle intends to advertise the proposed rate hikes in early May and give the community a 21 day period to comment.
“This advertising will commence in early May and council is providing good notice of this issue so it may be properly debated before it considers its final decision with the adoption of the Budget in late June,” Mr Dougall said.
Historic Presbytery Needs Urgent Restoration
by Mitchell Sutton
The historic St Patrick’s Presbytery in Fremantle is in dire need of restoration and the parish will need to raise at least one million dollars worth of donations if the work is to be completed.
The restoration, estimated at $1.5 million, is a major cost for the parish, which recently carried out a $2 million refurbishment on the main Basilica building.
“If it wasn’t on the heritage list, then the restoration would only cost $500,000 ," Trevor Gorey, Chairman of the Parish Finance Committee, said, “but because of heritage restrictions about what kind of materials we can use, roughly a million dollars will be added to the cost.”
Mr Gorey described the damage to the building as “extensive”, likening the conditions of the concrete to a cancer.
According to State Heritage Council Executive Director, Graeme Gammie, the St Patrick’s site is “held in high regard by the Roman Catholic migrant communities in Fremantle” and heritage grants and incentives are available to the parish.
“St Patrick’s Basilica has previously received a grant from the State Government for $600,000, which went towards the cost of restoring the 109-year-old State heritage-listed church,” Mr Gammie added.
The Presbytery, built in 1916 to house the Oblate priests who minister to the area, has been inhabited by the priests continuously since then.
Rare for a building of its age, the presbytery has remained virtually unmodified by its owners, remaining mostly in original condition, a factor which gives it significant heritage value.
Both the basilica and the presbytery are permanent entries on the state register of historic places, with the presbytery described as a “landmark” making a “strong visual statement”.
Heritage has recently become a priority for the state government, with the recent passing of the Heritage and Planning Legislation Amendment 2010.
This legislation increased the penalties for neglecting or illegally developing heritage buildings to a maximum fine of $50,000 dollars a day and $1 million in the case of illegal stop work orders.
“Current penalties for illegal works on heritage-listed places are extremely low and offer little deterrence to deliberate destruction," according to Heritage Minister John Castrilli.
“With this legislation, properties which have been recognised for their heritage value through entry on the State Register of Heritage Places will be assured meaningful protection for current and future generations.”
The historic St Patrick’s Presbytery in Fremantle is in dire need of restoration and the parish will need to raise at least one million dollars worth of donations if the work is to be completed.
The restoration, estimated at $1.5 million, is a major cost for the parish, which recently carried out a $2 million refurbishment on the main Basilica building.
“If it wasn’t on the heritage list, then the restoration would only cost $500,000 ," Trevor Gorey, Chairman of the Parish Finance Committee, said, “but because of heritage restrictions about what kind of materials we can use, roughly a million dollars will be added to the cost.”
Mr Gorey described the damage to the building as “extensive”, likening the conditions of the concrete to a cancer.
According to State Heritage Council Executive Director, Graeme Gammie, the St Patrick’s site is “held in high regard by the Roman Catholic migrant communities in Fremantle” and heritage grants and incentives are available to the parish.
“St Patrick’s Basilica has previously received a grant from the State Government for $600,000, which went towards the cost of restoring the 109-year-old State heritage-listed church,” Mr Gammie added.
The Presbytery, built in 1916 to house the Oblate priests who minister to the area, has been inhabited by the priests continuously since then.
Rare for a building of its age, the presbytery has remained virtually unmodified by its owners, remaining mostly in original condition, a factor which gives it significant heritage value.
Both the basilica and the presbytery are permanent entries on the state register of historic places, with the presbytery described as a “landmark” making a “strong visual statement”.
Heritage has recently become a priority for the state government, with the recent passing of the Heritage and Planning Legislation Amendment 2010.
This legislation increased the penalties for neglecting or illegally developing heritage buildings to a maximum fine of $50,000 dollars a day and $1 million in the case of illegal stop work orders.
“Current penalties for illegal works on heritage-listed places are extremely low and offer little deterrence to deliberate destruction," according to Heritage Minister John Castrilli.
“With this legislation, properties which have been recognised for their heritage value through entry on the State Register of Heritage Places will be assured meaningful protection for current and future generations.”
Wednesday, 18 May 2011
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