CHAMPION CHATTER
January / February Edition
To our residents celebrating a January/February birthday!
You look ageless, grow wiser and get more fun every year.
Happy birthday.
CHAMPION BIRTHDAYS
It’s been a busy time of the year with the Festive Season & Residents going away, so we were unable to
get stories this time around but please welcome to the Champion Community
JANET at LOT 61, Calm Drive
VERNA at LOT 115, Nature Vista
JOAN & GEORGE at LOT 127, Sentimental Lane
JO & OLAF at LOT 128, Sentimental Lane
JUDY at LOT 164, Nature Vista
RON & TRISH at LOT 167, Nature Vista
MARIE at LOT 169, Nature Vista
KEVIN & ENZA at LOT 171, Nature Vista
RUSSELL & KAREN at LOT 176, Scenery Court
SOCIAL EVENTS OVER CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR
November and December were very busy months for social events in the Village.
Brunch and Market Stalls. Family & friends were welcome to join residents for a BYO Brunch on 24th November. There were around 40 people attending the brunch, whilst a number of industrious residents set up and ran 8 market stalls. There are some very creative people in the Village. Items on sale from the market stalls included: art, plants, jewellery, Christmas decorations, ornaments, jams and preserves.
Moore River Bus Trip
Around 30 residents travelled by Bus to the Moore River area on 3rd December. They stopped for morning tea on the way to Guilderton for a lovely lunch at Seabird. Unfortunately the intended boat trip on the Moore River had to be cancelled due to fire emergency in a nearby area. It was still an enjoyable day though seeing other sites, and getting to know fellow residents.
Food Drive 2024
In the spirit of giving during the festive season, the Village establsi to a Food Drive for the first time. The charity of choice was Starick House, which provides support for those involved in domestic violence situations A huge amount of non-perishable food was generously donated by residents. As a result 7 large baskets/bags were donated to Starick House who were very pleased to receive the timely donations.
Santa made several visits to the Village, touring around in the specially equipped Santa Buggy/Sleigh. He distributed lollies as he went. He made a special appearance at the Sausage Sizzle for the switching on of the Lodge Christmas lights.
Other events and special activities over November/ December
Management put on music for a get together/Sundowner on 21 December. Cathy and Eddie hosted a Christmas Orphans Lunch on 25 December. A Christmas Night Sundowner occurred at the Lodge on
25 December. A couple of streets had their own Christmas events in the lead up to Christmas.
Christmas Lights.
The focus on Christmas Lights in 2024 was bigger than ever. A team of residents setup a magnificent light display in and around the Lodge, and a large number of residents got into the swing of things by decorating and lighting up their homes for Christmas and New Year. The Lodge lights were officially switched on 30 November with a Sausage Sizzle that included family and friends. There was
even a special visit by Santa in his buggy inspired sleigh. Kath and Janice accompanied residents around the Village on walking tours for the lights over several weeks. This gave residents the chance to see what was on offer in relation to lights and decorations and to provide some motivation and inspiration. There was a Village Christmas Lights competition. Judging by an outside representative occurred on 11 December. Residents also had the chance to vote for the Village Choice Awards. All prizes were awarded
on 14 December. Congratulations to the Winners. Both the Villagers Choice Award and Overall Winner went to Alfie and Debra Hudson (Lot 13). Honourable mentions to Ron, Denise and Leanne.
Christmas Dinner
Over 117 people attended a lovely Christmas Dinner on 14 December. Live music was provided by the Heartbeats. The catering was wonderful and provided by Randalls Roasts. The evening included dancing, door prizes and the drawing of the Grand Prize Raffle. Thank you to everyone that helped
make it a success, but especially to Sue for organising and problem solving! Congratulations to Barb Thomasson on winning the two camp chairs in the Grand Prize Raffle. The Christmas Lights winners were also announced Alfie & Debra (Lot 13)– both Residents Choice Award and Overall Winner. Second Prize to Leanne (Lot 41). Honorable mention to Ron & Denise (Lot 9). Congratulations to Barb Thomasson on winning the two camp chairs in the Grand Prize Raffle.
New Years Eve
Around 70 people attended an evening of music and games to say farewell to 2024 and to see in 2025. A Jukebox provided the music and revellers could enjoy some games, as well as using the “photo booth” and dancing the night away. Around 40 residents were able to persevere and see in the new year!
A couple of other interesting things around the Village
Herb Garden established and in operation. Still more plants to come though. Currently radishes, oregano and sage are ready for picking.
Extra Recycling Bins around the Village.
There are now 5 points around the Village where you can deposit the cans, glass bottles and plastic bottles for the 10c refund. The recycling points are
located at: single small bin opposite 59 Delight Way;
single small bin opposite 13 Sentimental Street;
single small bin outside of Lot
1 (cul-de-sac at the end of Scenery Court);
2 small bins at the intersection of Calm Dr and Delight Way;
3 large bins outside of the Lodge.
All of the small bins can be used for all cans, glass bottles and plastic bottles that have the “10c” recycle mark on them. The 3 bins at the Lodge are one each of cans, glass bottles and plastic bottles with the “10c” logo. All funds raised from these recycled items are used exclusively for the village residents via the Residents Committee. Thank you Jim for all your hard work.
Sometimes fellow residents identify interesting activities or real value-for money opportunities
that may be of benefit to all in the Village.
Tuesday Lunch – $10 – The Kelmscott Westfield Senior Citizens Club. The Club offers a 2 course
lunch (roast and dessert) on a Tuesday at noon for only $10 per person. If you want to take advantage
of this you need to ring them between 8.30am and 9.00am on the Tuesday to let them know you are
coming. Phone 9390 5204. Lunch is at noon. They will check you off the list at the door, and that’s when
you pay. The Club is located at the Corner of Grovelands Drive and Westfield Road. Thank you to Jim and Judi for the tip!
The Social Circles
What’s happening in the Village over January and February? (Please note that due to Lodge refurbishments in the new year, availability of activities is subject to change.)
Details on activities and events, (including costs where applicable), are posted on the noticeboard in the Lodge. All events are in or around the Lodge, unless otherwise stated, If there are changes to
activities and events, please email cllvsec@fastmail.com so that updates can be provided to residents.
WILD AND WACKY FACTS!
- Animals that lay eggs don’t have belly buttons.
- Mr. Potato Head was the first toy to be advertised on TV.
- Boanthropy is the psychological disorder in which patients believe they
are a cow. - Camels have three eyelids.
- There is a Mcdonald’s on every continent except Antarctica.
- Mosquitoes are attracted to people who just ate bananas.
- In South Korea, there is an emergency number to report suspected
spies (it’s 113!) - Cats can make more than 100 vocalizations.
- Sonic the Hedgehog’s full name is Ogilvie Maurice Hedgehog.
- The world’s termites outweigh the world’s humans about 10 to 1.
- Most toilet paper sold in France is pink.
- The Hawaiian alphabet only has 12 letters.
- The human nose can remember 50,000 different scents.
FUNNIES!
RESIDENT REMINDERS
Christmas Lunch
Your Management Team enjoyed a Christmas Lunch at C.Y.O’Connor together
on the 20th of December. We are all so fortunate and appreciate having such a conscientious and dedicated team to ensure our Village is in tip top shape. Thank you for all your hard work in 2024.
Management update:
OUR RECENT Q&A MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 9th at 1:00pm – PROGRESS UPDATES SUMMARY:
- Recap: Pool temp all fixed. Front gate light working. Fobs programming fixed.
- New Cross Walks Installed to assist with speeding Vehicle issues.
- Lodge cleaning coordination with resident activities discussed.
- Resident Lodge Booking forms are available in the office, please displayed on the community notice board. Please ensure cleaning is completed after
events, (leave mopping the floor to cleaners for safety.) - Skip Bins: Please no mattresses as we have received two fines over the Christmas break, Please ensure any cardboard boxes and broken down and
placed in properly to avoid them flying away. - The Lodge Extension will commence in Feb with minimal disruption. The gym, pool , toilets and office will not be effected. Additional Electrical work discussed plus additional storage requirements.
- Unfortunately many developers in Western Australia are experiencing long delays with Western Power upgrades. A copy of an Email sent to Tony Buti
MLA regarding our Transformer upgrade was distributed to Residents. Management will continue trying all avenues to get this resolved. Residents who
have been unable to benefit from there Solar Panels have now been financially compensated and meters have now been upgraded to smart meters.
Management met with our electrician and a PKTR Energy consultant to compared bills of similar seasons to calculating the difference per day, we also
looked at the average use of the whole village and the transformer data sheet to ensure a fair and reasonable amount was established. - Update on Amalgamations – all 3 stages – in the process to finalise within 12-14 weeks. Copy of approved scope of works provided to residents.
- Proposed New Stage (Expressions of Interest 2026) has been Submitted to Council with site plan distributed to residents. Please note, this is not yet
approved and likely will require amendments. Our goal is to achieve 51 new Lots, Caravan Parking and Communal area.
Next Q&A Thursday 6th of Feb at 1:00pm.
