Rita Saffioti 10 Things: 44 schools will get funding to improve sports facilities and help community clubs

West Australian

5 days ago

1. After getting into the swing of a back-to-school routine I was delighted to join the Education Minister Sabine Winton to announce the first group of schools to receive funding through our Community Use of School Sporting Facilities program. Forty-four schools will receive funding to improve their sporting facilities to assist local community clubs. This is all about making better use of our schools, so community sporting clubs have access to new and improved facilities.
2. Speaking of sport, what a thriller from Fremantle this week, coming back from a 22-point deficit in the final term to defeating Collingwood by a single point. Beating Collingwood at the MCG after being behind (and I won't mention the umpires) was something to celebrate. Fingers crossed for a strong finish to the season.
3. We announced the recipients of the CoastWA grants this week with more than $3 million to be shared across 27 projects to safeguard WA's coastline from critical coastal hazards. Coastal erosion is a massive challenge but we will continue to work with local governments to manage and protect our coastlines.
4. An exciting time in health with a device, which was funded by our Government in the early stages of development, being hailed as a game-changer. The DelivAssure device immediately detects when a baby isn't receiving enough oxygen during labour and alerts healthcare professionals. It's the biggest development in foetal monitoring in 50 years and we should be proud it's been made in WA.
5. Foster and family carer households will be able to enjoy a day out for free with passes available to Perth Zoo, WA Museum Boola Bardip and the WA Maritime Museum. These carers give so much of their time to support some of WA's most vulnerable children and young people, and this is just one way our Government can show our gratitude.
6. In continuing with household relief measures, this week our Government also launched the latest update of our Discount Directory and the annual cost-of-living rebate scheme which will deliver $33.8 million in direct financial assistance to more than 351,000 WA Seniors Card members.
7. It'll soon be easier for West Australians to access diagnosis and treatment for everyday conditions with eligible pharmacists able to train and take part in a trial to treat a range of common conditions including asthma and ear infections. This will help reduce pressure on GPs and hospitals and allow people to access options close to home.
8. The AC Milan team arrives on Sunday night giving us another chance to witness one of the world's most iconic football clubs, live and up close. Their presence puts a global spotlight on Perth once again as a city capable of hosting the world's best.
9. I hope everyone's excited because the club has named a star-studded squad for their tour of Asia. HBF Park will also be hosting an Italian village with a DJ after the game. Whether you're backing the Glory, cheering for the Rossoneri, or just love world-class football this is a night you won't want to miss.
10. And a friendly reminder if you're heading to the derby this weekend, there are cameras around and you could appear on the big screen! Possibly with a Coldplay track in the background.