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Community workshops about learning to reduce your carbon footprint

Augusta Library (Lesser Hall) – Tuesday 15th February at 10am

Margaret River Library – Wednesday 16th at 10am and also Thursday 17th at 4pm

As part of the Shire’s climate Action Plan and our goal to reach Net Zero by 2030, the Shire is encouraging everyone to sign up to Climate Clever, a nifty new software to help us tread more softly on our precious planet. Sustainability Officer Katie Biggs will run a demonstration on the Climate Clever app and how to use it to track you utility use around the home. The app offers tracking of your carbon footprint and tips on how to save energy as well. All welcome. To register your attendance for either session go to www.eventbrite.com.au

Alternatively, contact Katie Biggs Ph: 9780 5255 or email: kbiggs@amrshire.wa.gov.au

Katie Biggs from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River
Katie Biggs, Sustainability officer with the Shire of Augusta Margaret River

Summer Reading Quest logs and cards due soon

Don’t forget to drop off your Summer Reading Quest Reading Logs, Adventure Cards and Summer Step cards to either of our libraries before 3pm on Friday 18th February.

All returned reading logs, Adventure Cards and Summer Step Cards go to in the state wide prize draw to win book packs.

There are also prizes to win thanks to our local sponsors: Augusta Newsagency, Margaret River Rascals and NewsXpress Margaret River.

Happy reading everyone!

Toddler Tales at Augusta Library

Come to Augusta Library this Thursday 10th February at 10.30am for Toddler Tales, aimed at children aged 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers. A small morning tea is provided in addition to songs, rhymes, stories and craft activities.

Please email rdrummond@amrshire.wa.gov.au or call 9780 5600 to reserve a place.

 

Hot tips on how to set up a ServiceWA account

We are working very hard to help as many people as we can, as quickly as we can. In the meantime here are some useful links that might help you.  

Important things to note:

  • You can only have one person per app
  • Two people cannot share the same phone number in two different accounts.
  • Each individual Must have their own email address to create a MyGov account
  • If you can’t link your vaccination history try to turn it off and on.
  • Make sure your details on Medicare are up to date before starting the process of creating/linking services on MyGov

Next steps:

  • Make sure you are logged in to MyGovID before setting up ServiceWA
  • When ServiceWA gives you the 4 digit code:
    • you need to get out of ServiceWA
    • go to MyGovID to enter the code.
    • Then re-open the ServiceWA app and give a few seconds for both apps to communicate. (it won’t prompt you to do this)

Watch this easy video https://www.wa.gov.au/government/multi-step-guides/servicewa-app-support/how-set-the-servicewa-app

If you are still having trouble, go to  https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/government-of-western-australia/servicewa-app-technical-support

Please share this information with family and friends.

 

Hot tips on how to set up a MyGovID account

We are working very hard to help as many people as we can, as quickly as we can. In the meantime here are some useful links that might help you.

  • MyGov and MyGovID are NOT the same things.
  • MyGov is accessed on the internet browser as it is a website where you can access Government Services such as Medicare or ATO.
  • MyGovID is used to verify your identity using an app called MyGovID.

Before starting close all open apps to make it easier to switch between MyGovID and ServiceWA during setup.

You only need 2 forms of ID – We recommend Drivers Licence and Medicare. You don’t need to use the scanning option.  You can manually enter the details as they appear on your cards.

  • Android users MUST HAVE Chrome set as their default browser – change in settings
  • Android phones need to have a version 10 or higher. Apple iPhone needs iOS 14 or higher. (Older versions: you can still have a vaccination certificate saved in your Apple Wallet/MedicareExpress, or printed.)
  • Enter your Driver’s Licence details first, Medicare will appear on the list AFTER you add your licence, there is no need to use passports or other ID, only if you don’t have a licence or Medicare.
  • If you are stuck in MyGovID and can’t verify ID, uninstall the app and re-install it. This will allow you to start again, then follow the tips above
  • If you have locked your MyGovID call the support number on 13 33 92

Watch this easy video https://www.wa.gov.au/government/multi-step-guides/servicewa-app-support/how-get-your-digital-identity

If you are still having trouble, go to https://www.mygovid.gov.au/verifying-your-identity 

Please share this information with your family and friends.

Regular children’s programs are back

Baby Rhyme Time, Storytime, Toddler Tales and Book Chat Club will be resuming next week as the 2022 school term commences.

As per State Government directions, Masks are mandatory in public settings for all those 12 years and over unless an exemption is provided.

Baby Rhyme Time: Every Monday starting 31st January at 2.00pm (except public and school holidays) at Margaret River Library

  • For babies up to two years of age and their caregivers, Baby Rhyme Time is a fun place to learn new rhymes and songs to share with your little one.

Storytime: Every Tuesday starting 1st February at 10.15am for 10.30am start (except school holidays) at Margaret River Library

  • For children aged two to five years old and their caregivers, Storytime encourages children to discover a love of books, stories, reading and rhymes and promotes family literacy skills.

Book Chat Club: Monday 31st January at 4.15pm  at Margaret River Library

  • A group for those aged between ten and fourteen years old who are enthusiastic about books. Each meeting we chat about what we have read and give reviews for other members of the club. There is no ‘set’ book – we agree on a genre or theme, and you pick a book that appeals to you.

Toddler Tales: Thursday 10th February 10.30am at Augusta Library

  • Aimed at Toddlers aged from one and a half to three years old, Toddler Tales incorporates books, rhymes, songs and a take away craft at Augusta Library
  •  Please email Rachael on rdrummond@amrshire.wa.gov.au or call 9780 5602 to book your child’s place as spaces are limited

Are you having trouble getting your Vax Certificate?

If you are having trouble accessing acceptable proof of your vaccine certificate here are a couple of videos that might help you:

  • you must have a MyGov account, and
  • you must link your Medicare account to your MyGov Account

If you are having trouble watching these videos on your email, please watch them on our blog here.

Watch this video to create a MyGov account.

Video on how to create a MyGov account

Watch this video to link your Medicare account to your Mygov account.

Once these two steps are completed, you can access your certificate – here is how:

  • Login to your MyGov account, click on Proof of Covid Vaccination on your Quick Links
  • Immunisation history – click on View History
  • then you will have a choice to view your digital certificate or save it on your device.

The Cocoon Gallery for emerging artists welcomes Andrea Gaisa

Exhibition launch event: 10th February, 6 – 7pm

“Enchanted Child”: an exhibition by Andrea Gaisa

Andrea has loved drawing and painting from a young age. Art has been her refuge, her therapy and her place of (self) exploration throughout her life. She considers her style like that of “naive” and enjoys experimenting with a range of media with her main focus on acrylics and watercolours. This exhibition encompasses framed works on paper, wood panel and wood slabs. This current body of work focusses on the natural and magical. “Young children live in the magical realm. Everything they see is alive and full of wonder.” Andrea aspires to find her way back to such awe. Painting nature, fairies, magical creatures, thinking up mandalas; all these things enchant and excite her.

A launch event to celebrate Andrea’s achievement in presenting this exhibition is on 10th February, 6 – 7pm. RSVP your attendance to Andrea: Email: andrea.gabriela@icloud.com

The exhibition continues from 10 January until 28th February. The Cocoon Gallery  is in the entrance to the Margaret River Library and is easily accessible.

Andrea in the Cocoon Gallery

 

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Margaret River Library

Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au