On behalf of the City of Cockburn I would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! I hope you are planning a relaxing and restful break. 2019 has been a busy year with lots of events, business development activities and networking opportunities. I would like to thank you for your support and enthusiasm throughout the year. I look forward to working with you on a range of projects and activities in 2020.
Please note that the City Administration will be closed Wednesday 25 December 2019 to 1 January 2020 inclusive, reopening for business Thursday 2 January 2020 from 8.30am. The Business Engagement Officer will back at work on Monday 13 January. For any emergencies during this time please call 08 9411 3444.
Sustainability grant grows fishy business and reduces waste going to landfill
A Sustainability Grant from the City of Cockburn has helped a North Coogee business employ more staff and transform raw materials formerly deemed waste products into marketable items. Fins Seafood used a $4,000 grant to help finance the fabrication of a custom designed filleting bench. Fins owners Phil Clark and John Cordin said the the bench enables the separation of fish heads, frames and wings, all of which are products the market wants, now that they can be separated during the filleting process. “We hope to serve as an example to other food processing facilities to minimize food waste and start thinking about alternatives for organic products that are currently going into the bin,” Mr Clark said.
Business Engagement Officer Sarah Kahle hopes to encourage more businesses to undertake sustainability projects with the assistance of a City of Cockburn grant. “It’s fantastic to see how these grants can create employment, encourage innovation and sustainable practices in our local business community,” Mrs Kahle said. The City’s sustainability grants will open around February 2020, closing 4pm, Friday 27 March, with applicants advised of outcomes in mid-May.
A great opportunity to clean up & give back!
Registrations are now open for Business Clean Up Day in 2020.
In 2020 Clean Up Australia will be celebrating their 30th anniversary and all that has been achieved by their volunteers over the past three decades.
Clean Up Australia Day is on Sunday 1 March, but in recognition that businesses often wish to participate during work hours, the official Business Clean Up Day is Tuesday 25 February. However, businesses can opt to do a Clean Up any day of the year.
Doing a Business Clean Up is a great way to: Make a real difference by helping us to deliver lasting environmental change Support your local community Increase team cohesion via a low-cost team building exercise Engage your team in discussions on waste issues. To learn more visit Clean Up Australia.
If you have any queries or would like to get in touch with Sarah Kahle, Business Engagement Officer please email business@cockburn.wa.gov.au or call 08 9411 3444
