Published on Monday, 21 March 2016 at 12:00:00 AM
There were plenty of first experiences at the recent Give it a Go Days in Paraburdoo and Tom Price, as residents enjoyed the chance to try new activities and sample a variety of products.
Made possible through a partnership between the Shire of Ashburton, Rio Tinto and the Department of Sport and Recreation, the Give it a Go Days increased awareness of, and encouraged participation in, local sport and activity for people of all abilities.
Netball hoops, soccer goals, indoor cricket, tee ball, football, dance and even knitting were popular with kids and adults, as well as the variety of product samples on offer from a range of local businesses. Kids could see inside the Police car, and sound the siren, or sit on a number of motorbikes which were on display thanks to the Motocross club. Performances by the Tom Price Performing Arts group entertained the crowd in both towns, along with balloons, airbrush tattoos and bouncy castle’s.
In Paraburdoo the Emergency Services Siren Off saw crowds gather, while Police, St John’s Ambulance and Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services each took turns at sounding their sirens, with the well timed musical backing of a local DJ.
The Tom Price Give it a Go Day was held in conjunction with the community markets to create an extravaganza event for new and existing residents. Local Police offered bike safety checks for riders as part of Bike Week celebrations, and a special appearance by celebrity dinosaur T-Rex wowed the kids.
The Tom Price event culminated in the local senior cricket grand final with Tom Price Crushers defeating Paraburdoo Saints, with both teams demonstrating some impressive skill on field.
Shire President Kerry White believes the Give it a Go Days are important community events for residents of all ages. “Sport and recreation are key social elements in our towns as they promote an engaging and healthy lifestyle, while also creating pathways for long lasting friendships,” said Cr White.
Rio Tinto general manager Greater Paraburdoo Operations Gabe Iwanow said the recent Give it a Go Days in Paraburdoo and Tom Price were a way for the community to get involved in different activities, while at the same time providing an opportunity to meet new people and catch up with old friends.
“The Give it a Go Days have had some large turnouts and the recent ones were no different,” Ms Iwanow said. “Events like this are important for small communities like Paraburdoo and Tom Price, and are invaluable as a way for new community members to meet people and get involved, and also for long-term residents who may want to catch up with friends and try out new activities.”
The Shire extends a big thank you to all clubs and groups who contributed their time and efforts, as well as to our event partners who helped bring the day to fruition.
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