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Dec 31, 2016 - Summer 2016/2017 Newsletter

The Summer 2016/2017 Newsletter is now out http://eepurl.com/cvJFUPWishing everyone a Happy New Year on behalf of the Naval Base Holiday Association Committee Read More

Mar 19, 2016 - Subscribe to the Naval Base Shacks E-Newsletter

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Dec 6, 2015 - Western Trade Coast Protection Area

Following a consultation period, the State Government proposes to table the draft Planning and Development Legislation Amendment (Western Trade Coast Protection Area) Bill 2015 to Parliament. This is a State Government proposal, with the Department of State Development handling the proposal. You can obtain information on the ... Read More

Aug 15, 2014 - Important Information

NAVAL BASE HOLIDAY ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE President:Tony Ravlich Shack 15 Vice President:Eddie Koza Shack 324 Secretary:Hilda Srhoy Shack 515 Treasurer:Glenys Pickford Shack 316 Media Spokesperson:Nicole O'Neill Shack 115 Committee: Len Castle Shack236 Stewart Coglan Shack125 Marie Davies Shack319 Heather Deighan ... Read More

May 12, 2014 - Coast Care Planting Day

All Shack owners and families are encouraged to assist with the Challenger Beach Coast Care The event will be held on Saturday 17 & 31 May 2014 A 9.00 am start at Challenger Beach Boatramp Car Park Morning tea, gloves and tools supplied. For more information please contact: Hilda Srhoy, Naval Base Holiday Association on ... Read More

May 14, 2013 - Coast Care Planting Day

We have the annual coast care planting day coming up. Can we please get as many volunteers as possible for the 23rd June 2013. Please meet at the carpark overlooking the big beach at 9.00 a.m. We can fill in a few gaps there and walk down to Challenger beach to continue the plantingTools , gloves and plants will all be provided Read More

May 14, 2013 - We need your Input!

As you are aware the Cockburn council sent out invitations for shack owners to express their interest to become a member of the Naval base Community Reference Group.The group to be formed was a mix of committee and non committee shacks owners as well as council representatives.The Reference Group has been formed and has attended ... Read More

May 31, 2012 - ​Naval Base Coastcare Challenge Beach Planting Day

Sunday 17 June 2012 9.00 am start at Naval Base Beach Morning tea, gloves and tools supplied. Just roll up on the day and help out! Bring your friends! For more information please contact: Hilda Srhoy, Naval Base Holiday Association on mobile: 0417 181 173 or Craig Wilson, Coastcare on phone: 9439 0433 or email: ... Read More

May 7, 2012 - City of Cockburn Meeting May 10

Please head along to the City of Cockburn meeting - this Thursday 10 May 2012 at 7pm. A number of recommendations will be made to Council on the Future of the Shacks and its Management.Download the Agenda and BackgroundAn Excerpt from the Agenda is below: 14.6 (OCM 10/05/2012) - CONSIDERATION OF DRAFT LEASE AGREEMENT AND ASSOCIATED ... Read More

Jan 28, 2012 - Have your Say!

A Special AGM will be held on February 12th at 4.00 pm to discuss the Solicitor's report on the draft lease and also to give all members time to go through their drafts and make any notes etc so that it can all be put before Council. Everyone welcome to come along with their thoughts and recommendations. Please attend!!! Spread ... Read More

Jan 28, 2012 - Draft Naval Base Lease - Please review and provide feedback to the City of Cockburn

Draft: 4/1/2012     Lease of a portion of Reserve 24308, Naval Base Holiday Park                   City of Cockburn   The person(s) named in Item 1 of the ... Read More

Jan 28, 2012 - POLICY NAVAL BASE HOLIDAY PARK HERITAGE AREA (Draft)

POLICY NAVAL BASE HOLIDAY PARK HERITAGE AREA APD65 Date First Adopted: Date Last Reviewed: Division:       Planning & Development Status:       Administrative: ü ... Read More

Jan 28, 2012 - SUBMISSION FORM DRAFT LEASE NAVAL BASE SHACKS. RESERVE 24308 - 1136 COCKBURN ROAD, NAVAL BASE

SUBMISSION FORM DRAFT LEASE NAVAL BASE SHACKS. RESERVE 24308 - 1136 COCKBURN ROAD, NAVAL BASE TO:    LAND ADMINISTRATION (NAVAL BASE)   Name:  ... Read More

Jan 28, 2012 - Background Info on the 2012 Draft Lease

CLAUSE TEXT EXPLANATION 2. Minister for Lands’ Consent This Lease is subject to and conditional on the approval of the Minister for Lands under the Land Administration Act 1997.   The City will be required to comply with section 3.58 (3) of the Local Government Act 1995. ... Read More

Jan 28, 2012 - SUBMISSION FORM PROPOSED DESIGNATION OF NAVAL BASE HOLIDAY PARK (RESERVE 24308) AS A HERITAGE AREA PURSUANT TO CITY OF COCKBURN TOWN PLANNING SCHEME NO 3

SUBMISSION FORM PROPOSED DESIGNATION OF NAVAL BASE HOLIDAY PARK (RESERVE 24308) AS A HERITAGE AREA PURSUANT TO CITY OF COCKBURN TOWN PLANNING SCHEME NO 3   Heritage Areas are select areas with special heritage qualities.  In accordance with the Heritage Council of WA guidelines, Heritage Areas do not usually ... Read More

Jan 28, 2012 - 2012 Annual General Meeting Minutes

MINUTES OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF NAVAL BASE HOLIDAY ASSOCIATIONHElD ON 14TH JANUARY, 2012WELCOME: President Mrs Nola Waters welcomes everyone and thanks all members forattending. Also welcomes Mayor Logan Howlett, Council Officers Daniel Arndt and StuartDowning to the meeting.APOLOGIES: Kel Bates, Tony Romano, Andrew Trosic and al ... Read More

Sep 6, 2011 - Shacks to stay pending strategy

HOLIDAY shacks at Henderson’s Naval Base will remain in place, under the charge of the City of Cockburn, until a management strategy is put in place in 2012, provided the City adheres to recommendations accepted in Parliament by the State Government Environment Minister ... Read More

Jul 30, 2011 - Lease Fees Update 2011 - 2012

Letter from City of Cockburn to Shack OwnersNAVAL BASE HOLIDAY ACCOMODATION - RESERVE 24308LEASE FEE & MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENTThe Naval Base Holiday Accommodation (site) Memorandum of Agreements are currentlyconsidered for renewal every twelve months. As the Naval Base Shacks CommunityReference Group (NBSCRG) are working through ... Read More

Jul 30, 2011 - Heritage Update

Many of you will recall making submissions to the City of Cockburn in regards to their review of the Heritage Inventory and proposals put forward by City of Cockburn Officers. This item was on the Agenda for the City of Cockburn Ordinary Council Meeting held on July 14. The following is an excerpt from the minutes re this ... Read More

May 15, 2011 - Preserving our Blue Swimmer Crabs

New Rules To Protect Blue Swimmer Crab Stocks On The West Coast The Minister for Fisheries has approved changes to recreational and commercial fishing rules as a precautionary measure to protect blue swimmer crab breeding stocks on the West Coast during a period of low recruitment. CLOSED SEASON FOR BLUE SWIMMER CRABS ... Read More

May 14, 2011 - Please come to the City of Cockburn Council Meetings

All interested in the future of the Naval Base Shacks are encouraged to come to all City of Cockburn Council meetings. Lets ensure that Councillors are aware of how much we, as a community, cherish the Naval Base Shacks and why they should be preserved. View the schedule of Council MeetingsContact City of Cockburn Councillors to share ... Read More

May 14, 2011 - Copy of Letter to City of Cockburn

City of Cockburn PO Box 1215 Bibra Lake DC  WA  6965  Dear Mr Cain NAVAL BASE SHACKS – DETAILS AND PURPOSE OF FEES AND CHARGES The purpose of this correspondence is to advise you of our concern and strong objection to the items that have been included in the fees and charges for the Naval Base Shacks for the ... Read More

Apr 10, 2011 - Save Naval Base Shacks - 3rd and 4th generation have their say

I believe the Naval Base Shacks should remain and be preserved. I was horrified to hear that the Naval base Shacks are facing extinction. Naval Base Caravan Park has been used for recreation by many generations of families from not only Cockburn but from a wide range of metropolitan and country locations. It has a exceptional ... Read More

Apr 10, 2011 - Keep your Shacks Neat and Tidy!

Shack owners are reminded to keep shacks neat and tidy. We also recommend getting Gas connections checked regularly to ensure that they are safe and compliant.Please check Lease conditions or contact the City of Cockburn if you are unsure. Please ensure you have relevant approvals before undertaking an repairs, modifications or ... Read More

Apr 10, 2011 - What will City do to Fees?

No one would argue that minor increases in lease fees are just, such is the case with general rating - in which case increased of 4- 10% would be deemed appropriate to most on an annual basis, to cover increases in costs for a Council to deliver services and amenities to their community. However, surely in the case of the naval ... Read More

Apr 10, 2011 - Tribute to Roy Walsh - Long Standing Shack Owner and Member of the Community RIP Roy.

Roy Walsh was what you might say a “true Anzac”, a dinky die Aussie – a man who lived his life following the basic principles of Mateship.  There was nothing pretentious about dad.  What you saw was what you got.  A loyal and honest friend to us all.   He didn’t seek fame nor fortune, accolades or ... Read More

Apr 10, 2011 - Save Our Shacks - Heritage Status set to be decided This Thursday April 14

Please attend Thursday's ( the 14th of April at 7pm ) Cockburn Council Meeting.The Heritage status of our Shacks is set to be decided at this meeting.We need as many people there as possible to let them see we are serious about hanging onto our shacks.Wear your save the shacks T-Shirts. Feel free to spread the word to interested ... Read More

Mar 8, 2011 - The Sound is Alive

The Sound is AliveI truly hope the Perth community can have as much love for the Cockburn Sound as I do. I regularly swim in the Cockburn Sound, whilst visiting the Naval Base Shacks. Despite being surrounded by heavy industry, the sound is very much alive.Last Sunday I had the joy of fishing with my son near Clarence Rocks ... Read More