Shire of Collie

The Magic of Books with Vanessa Adelaide
2023-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 (Australia/Perth) | Collie Public Library, 82 Wittenoom Street, Collie, WA, 6225, Australia
Join author Vanessa for this special meet the author story time, and help your child develop a love of books, story writing, drawing and imaginary play!

Vanessa Adelaide has a background of using the arts to teach children the importance of social confidence and emotional control. Vanessa has written seven books with supportive themes in the areas of rejection, hope, loss, fun, love and kindness.

The first four books were a part of the ‘Forgotten Toy Series’ including My lonely dolly, The blue crayon, The old teddy and The red truck. Connor the Kangaroo was written next along with Nana loves Dress ups and A cat called Harvey. Each book is very different but can be used to support difficult conversations to support children in a confusing world.

Collie Trail Fest 2023
2023-04-14 08:00 - 2023-04-16 17:00
Collie Trail Fest 2023 is everything you could ever dream!
These trails offer untouched wilderness running, and plenty of distances for all capabilities.
Collie Trail Fest offers pure trail running at its best in one of WA’s top trail towns that we know you’ll love!!!!
We’ve got multiple days and distances.
Friday: Fun! Fairy Lights, sweet single track, and the awesome group vibe that accompany all our events! A great way to stretch out the legs after a drive to Collie.
Saturday: A day jam packed with excitement. Double Black Trail Marathon, Black Course, Blue Course, Green Course and Kids Fun Run are all happening.
Sunday: A cruisy start to the morning sees you at the start line for the Black, Blue and Green Courses. Woohoo! We’ll have our presos for the weekend by midday to allow travel time back home!
Find out more here.

Youth Week Festival
2023-04-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
FREE YOUTH WEEK EVENT!
Parkour
Escape room
Driving simulator
BBQ and more!

FREE Cyber Safety Information Session
2023-04-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Collie Public Library, 82 Wittenoom Street, Collie, WA, 6225, Australia
Concerned about identity theft, scams and cybercrime? Learn how to protect yourself at one of IDCARE’s free community events
Consumer Protection and IDCARE have joined forces to deliver 20 free community events called Cyber Resilience Outreach Clinics (CROC), with a focus on regional Western Australia to provide information to consumers on scams, cybercrime and identity theft. IDCARE has found Australians living in remote and regional communities are three times more likely to be impacted by cybercrime and scams than their city counterparts and experience higher financial losses. WA locations were selected based on IDCARE data, current geographical events, such as the Kimberley floods, and requests from the community.
Western Australians lost a record total of almost $16 million to scams in 2022.
1,203 Western Australians reported total scam losses of $15,988,513 to ScamNet in 2022, an increase of $1,196,805 from the 1,041 losses reported in 2021, and a $4,188,513 increase from the 952 losses reported in 2020. An Australian Competition and Consumer Commission survey has indicated approximately only 13 per cent of scam losses are reported to regulators.
This alarming data shows as scams have become more sophisticated, more Western Australians are falling victim to them, resulting in larger losses. It also highlights the importance of fostering awareness and resilience in the fight against cybercrimes, scams and identity theft.
IDCARE is Australia and New Zealand’s national identity and cyber incident community support service, a not-for-profit and registered Australian charity. The clinic will provide current information including:

National Monthly snapshot of Financial Losses for the Australian community per locality, and what causes the highest financial losses.
What the criminals are targeting, and what do they do with it?
Scams calls, texts and emails including examples of current scams.
The Professional Scammer – Psychology of a Scammer.
Remote access, data breaches and data breach notifications.
The keys to staying safe – physical, technical and behavioural.
IDCARE resources and how individuals can access free community support services.

Church in the Park
2023-03-25 16:30 - 19:00 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Hosted by Collie Church of Christ and Dale Christian School, Armadale.
FREE ACTIVITIES!
Sausage sizzle, face painting, balloons and games for all ages.

Government Mobile Service Van Visits Collie
2023-03-22 09:00 - 16:00 | PCYC Car Park, Forrest Street, Collie, WA, 6225, Australia
Visit the Mobile Service Centre to find out about Australian Government payments and services for rural families, older Australians, students, job seekers, people with disability,
carers, farmers and self-employed people.
Information about Department of Veterans’ Affairs programs and support services for veterans and their families will also be available.
Staff can provide you with information and support. They can also help you create a myGov account. myGov is a simple and secure way to access government services online.

Collie River Restoration Community Forum
2023-03-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Collie Ridge Motel, 185-195 Throssell Street, Collie, WA, 6225, Australia
The Leschenault Catchment Council would like to invite community members to their upcoming Collie River Restoration Community Forum held at the Collie Ridge Motel on Tuesday 21st March 5.30PM-8PM.

The purpose of this forum is to engage community members and stakeholders to co-design a river restoration project for the South Branch of the Upper Collie River downstream of Lake Kepwari.

For more information and to register please email reception@leschenaultcc.org.au or call 0458 960 576. RSVPs are essential for catering purposes by 17 March.

Collie Labour Day Festival Street Markets
2023-03-05 11:00 - 18:00 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Forrest Street in central Collie will be packed with street markets, food vans, chinese dragon shows and more.
There will also plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained in Central Park including Old McDonald’s farm, bouncy castles, giant games, a climbing wall, face painting, a magician and a whole lot more.
And from 11am onward the Bendigo Bank Music Shell stage will host live music perfomances.

2023 Collie Labour Day Festival Fireworks
2023-03-04 20:00 - 20:30 | Collie Recreation Grounds

2023 Collie Labour Day Festival Concert
2023-03-04 18:00 - 23:30 | Collie Recreation Grounds

Sparkplugs on the hill
2023-03-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Collie Recreation Grounds
Veteran Car Club of WA (INC) Collie branch presents: SPARK PLUGS ON THE HILL
As part of the Collie Labour Day Festival
Bar and Canteen Facilities
Gold Coin Donation Entry
Trial Bike Demonstrations
ALL YOU NEED IS A SPARK
A Show of Cars, Bikes, Machinery and More!

Collie Labour Day Festival 2023
2023-03-04 08:00 - 2023-03-05 17:00 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Collie will be a hive of activity on the Labour Day weekend in 2023 with the running of the Collie Labour Day Festival.

The festival is a chance to bring people together and celebrate the wealth of year round recreational activities afforded to people lucky enough to live in region.

There will plenty on offer for the whole family with Street Markets, Lake Kepwari Ski Spectacular, MTB Race, Log Chops, Food Vans, Live Music, Kids Entertainment and Games, and Trail Bike Demonstrations.

Big Fat Music Quiz
2023-02-18 18:30 - 22:00 | Collie Public Library, 82 Wittenoom Street, Collie, WA, 6225, Australia
If you’ve been feeling the blues missing out on our classical trivia nights, it’s time to jazz up your weekend by hiphopping along to the Library’s rocking Big Fat Music Quiz!
Put on your blue suede shoes, get the band back together and test your brain on all things music. We’ll be exploring music by the decades, playing some fun games and who knows? Maybe there’ll even be a sing-a-long…

Table bookings only for up to 6 people. Contact us directly on 9734 9042 to book an “odd” table!
BYO drinks and snacks
Prize for best dressed on theme
Winner prizes and door prizes

Doors open at 6.00pm for a 6.30pm start.
Book your team’s table here!

Collie Community Expo
2023-02-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
The Collie Community Expo is a fantastic away to discover what Collie has to offer!
Great for those new to town, looking to find a new hobby or meet new people, the Expo will showcase a variety of community groups, sporting clubs and services available in Collie.
Contact: Tamsin 9734 9000

Summer Movie Series: The Duke
2023-01-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Summary: In 1961, Kempton Bunton, a 60 year old taxi driver, steals Goya’s portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London.
Audience rating: M
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Jodie Hanns MP

Summer Movie Series: Muriel's Wedding
2023-01-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Celebrate Australia Day with this Aussie classic!
Summary: A young social outcast in Australia steals money from her parents to finance a vacation where she hopes to find happiness, and perhaps love.
Audience rating: MA
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Central Garage

Australia Day
2023-01-26 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Australia Day Celebrations this year include Free Breakfast, live music and craft activities, Free pool entry and a new MASSIVE pool inflatable, Free ice-creams(at the pool party) and free entertainment, giant games and movie in the park, thanks to the Australia Day Council, The Shire of Collie and Central Garage.
7.30am – Awards ceremony followed by FREE breakfast in Central Park
10.00am – FREE entry to pool party at Collie Mineworkers Memorial Swimming Pool
5.30pm – Live music in Central Park
7.30pm – Summer movie series: Muriel’s Wedding in Central Park

Being You Is Enough - Josh Langley Author Talk
2023-01-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Collie Public Library, 82 Wittenoom Street, Collie, WA, 6225, Australia
From high school failure to award winning author & illustrator. Josh Langley was told he would amount to nothing in life, having failed high school (twice) and being unemployed for several years, but that didn’t stop Josh from becoming a multi award-winning radio copywriter and award-winning children’s author.
Josh’s debut children’s book, Being You is Enough changed the trajectory of his life. Written as a love letter to his 8-year-old self, it’s message of self-acceptance and love resonated with kids and parents around the world. He went on to publish 9 books and in 2018 won the Australian Book Industry Awards Small Publishers’ Children’s Book of Year, for his second children’s book It’s Ok to Feel the Way You Do (Big Sky Publishing 2017).
Hear Josh’s story and learn more about self-acceptance, resilience, understanding emotions and kindness, and teach your children these important life lessons.
Bookings essential.

Summer Movie Series: Dog
2023-01-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Summary: Two former Army Rangers are paired against their will on the road trip of a lifetime. Briggs (Channing Tatum) and Lulu (a Belgian Malinois) race down the Pacific Coast to get to a fellow soldier’s funeral on time.
Audience rating: M
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Pilatti Plumbing & Gas

Summer Movie Series: Sing 2
2023-01-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
The fun sequel to one of last year’s movies that will have you dancing in your seats!
Summary: Buster Moon and his friends must persuade reclusive rock star Clay Calloway to join them for the opening of a new show.
Audience rating: PG
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Unity Bank

Summer Movie Series: Labyrinth
2023-01-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
We’re headed back to the 80s with Labyrinth! Featuring music legend David Bowie as the Goblin King, this Jim Henson cult classic will bring ALL the 80s nostalgia.
Summary: Sixteen-year-old Sarah is given thirteen hours to solve a labyrinth and rescue her baby brother Toby when her wish for him to be taken away is granted by the Goblin King Jareth.
Audience rating: PG
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Rick Wilson MP

Mario Kart Tournament
2023-01-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Collie Public Library, 82 Wittenoom Street, Collie, WA, 6225, Australia
General Information:
The Collie Public Library Mario Kart Championship is open to all children aged between 6 and 16 years. Children aged under 10 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who will stay for the duration of the event.
The competition will be played on Nintendo Switch Mario Kart Deluxe. Controllers will be provided. Races will be played 4 racers at a time. Cups and courses will be drawn at random.
Championship check in will open at 9.40am and close 5 minutes before competition start time. Late check ins will not be accepted. We will begin the competition once all players are registered.
Trash talking is allowed, but no swearing or bad behaviour.
Rules:

Players may pick any character. Players also may switch characters between matches. You will have 2 minutes to select your character and vehicle.
You will be put into random heats for round one once you arrive and check in.
Races will all be run as VS.
Cups and courses will be randomly selected from a hat by competition organisers. All available cups will be eligible for selection.
All races will be played in 100cc.
First and second place of each match will proceed to the quarterfinals.
First and second place of each match in the quarterfinals will proceed to the semi-finals.
First place in each of the semi-finals will proceed to the grand final.
When a match is ended, players must leave the score screen up for the scorekeeper to record the results. Passing this screen will invalidate the match and all players forfeit.
All normal Mario Kart play is allowed, including using short cuts.
Organisers have the final say in all decisions.

*By registering for this activity, you consent to Collie Public Library using and publishing your name/s and any photographs and/or videos taken at this event (which may contain your/your child’s image) in any of its publications and materials (including written, electronic or multimedia materials) for distribution on The Shire of Collie website, or for educational, promotional or reporting purposes.
Limited places. Bookings essential.

Summer Movie Series: Clifford the Big Red Dog
2023-01-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
The beloved children’s book series Clifford is brought to life on the big screen!
Summary: A young girl’s love for a tiny puppy named Clifford makes the dog grow to an enormous size.
Audience rating: PG
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and White Building Company.

Lego Challenge
2023-01-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Collie Public Library, 82 Wittenoom Street, Collie, WA, 6225, Australia
Race the clock and challenge your creativity these school holidays at the Collie Library Lego challenge.
Prizes and bragging rights are on the line!

For children aged 5 -12. Parents are required to stay if any children are aged 10 or under

*By registering for this activity, you consent to Collie Public Library using and publishing your name/s and any photographs and/or videos taken at this event (which may contain your/your child’s image) in any of its publications and materials (including written, electronic or multimedia materials) for distribution on The Shire of Collie website, or for educational, promotional or reporting purposes.
Limited places. Bookings essential.

Summer Movie Series: Hunt for the Wilderpeople
2023-01-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Summary: A national manhunt is ordered for a rebellious kid and his foster uncle who go missing in the wild New Zealand bush.
Audience rating: PG
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and South West Fire

Summer Movie Series: Uncharted
2023-01-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Happy New Year! Start 2023 with this exciting, action packed adventure film featuring fan favourite Tom Holland.
Summary: Street-smart Nathan Drake is recruited by seasoned treasure hunter Victor “Sully” Sullivan to recover a fortune amassed by Ferdinand Magellan, and lost 500 years ago by the House of Moncada.
Audience rating: M
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Collie River Valley Tourist Park.

Summer Movie Series: A Boy Called Christmas
2022-12-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Our THIRD Christmas movie celebration! We really do love a festive movie at this time of year.
Summary: In this origin story of Father Christmas, an ordinary boy (with a loyal pet mouse and a reindeer at his side) sets out on an extraordinary adventure to find his father who is on a quest to discover the fabled village of Elfhelm.
Audience rating: PG
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Regional Fire & Safety

Summer Movie Series: Elliott the Littlest Reindeer
2022-12-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
We’re still celebrating Christmas!
Summary: When Blitzen announces his retirement on December 21st, a miniature horse has 3 days to fulfill his lifelong dream of earning a spot on Santa’s team at the North Pole try-outs.
Audience rating: G
Please note: Movie start times are a guide. Movies will begin around sunset, when it has become dark enough for the film to show on the screen.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Unity Bank Collie.

Lions Christmas Pageant 2022
2022-12-16 17:30 - 19:30

Summer Movie Series: The Star
2022-12-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Central Park, Collie, Forrest Street, Collie, 6225, Australia
Celebrate Christmas with this FREE screening of The Star, a re-telling of the first Christmas story.
Summary: A small but brave donkey and his animal friends become the unsung heroes of the first Christmas.
Audience rating: G
Please note: The movie start time is a guide. The Star will screen after the Carols in the Park event has finished.
BYO picnic rug or low chairs for seating. Don’t forget your movie snacks!
This event is sponsored by the Shire of Collie and Bendigo Community Bank Collie.
