Doctors for the Environment Australia wants the Federal Court to review whether regulator NOPSEMA properly reviewed the climate impact of the $20 billion project Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) has gone to the Federal Court seeking to overturn the final approval for Woodside's Scarborough gas project citing concerns about its resultant greenhouse gas emissions The offshore environment regulator NOPSEMA accepted Woodside's plan to operate the Scarborough project in February after 18 months of consultation The action launched on Wednesday by the DEA which has 2000 doctors and medical students as members sees a judicial review of NOPSEMA's decision DEA executive director Dr Kate Wylie said NOPSEMA may have acted unlawfully by accepting the environment plan without fully understanding how the impacts of the $US12.5 billion ($19.6 billion) project would be managed Australia's gas exporters argue their product is good for the climate as it lowers overall emissions by displacing coal and supporting renewable energy “Woodside acknowledges that there is uncertainty about whether gas from the Scarborough project will displace even dirtier fuels," Wylie said in a statement Woodside chief executive Meg O’Neill was given an opportunity to sell the role of Australian gas exports in cutting emissions in Asia when she was asked: "in terms of the coal-to-gas switching story in Asia do you have any comfort or any insights from counterparties or from the market to show that gas going into Asia is replacing coal or to what extent is it additional energy and additional emissions." O'Neil answered: “Trying to definitively prove that our cargo of LNG displaced coal that would have otherwise been burned is a very difficult strategy.” In 2019, a Woodside-commissioned CSIRO report analysed the complex interactions within Asian energy markets to determine the effect of importing Australian gas Woodside eventually published the report in 2022 after inquiries from the Nine mastheads which summarised its findings as “Increasing Australian gas supply could prolong coal and increase emissions in Asia without a global carbon price.” believed we need a healthy environment for human health She said NOPSEMA accepted the DEA as a"relevant person" to be consulted ahead ot its decision and that gives it the legal standing to seek a judicial review "We're a registered charity taking on one of Australia's most profitable companies so this is a David and Goliath battle," she said "This is not a decision we've taken lightly but we feel compelled to do what we can to protect human health from climate change." who continues to practise as a GP in South Australia said the DEA will seek a protective cost order to cap its liability to pay its opponents' costs if they lose The non-profit law firm Environmental Defenders Office (EDO), which represents the DEA, was ordered to pay Santos $9 million in costs after the judge in its case against the Barossa gas project found it had subtly coached witnesses and used an expert witness whose testimony was a "confection." Wylie said its challenge to the final approval for Scarborough was in the public interest "The Scarborough gas project is set to unleash approximately 878 million tons of carbon dioxide over its lifetime," she said "This is a significant source of carbon dioxide amid an already deteriorating climate "The science tells us that there can be no new sources of carbon if we are to pursue Paris Agreement ambitions to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees and limit warming to below two degrees "It is in the public interest that the regulator's assessment of impacts in the final approval for this polluting project be reviewed by the courts." A Woodside spokesman said its operations environment plan was assessed in accordance with the law and it will defend its position in the proceedings "Woodside looks forward to a swift resolution," he said "The Scarborough Energy Project is generating thousands of jobs throughout the construction phase has committed more than $3.6 billion in spend in Western Australia and is expected to pay more than $50 billion in direct and indirect taxes." Woodside has completed 82 per cent of the work on Scarborough and plans to start exporting gas in the second half of 2026 A NOPSEMA spokeswoman said the regulator was aware the EDO had filed judicial review proceedings in the Victorian Registry of the Federal Court regarding its decision to accept Woodside's Scarborough operations environment plan She said the decision and a statement of reasons were publicly available and it was not appropriate to comment on court proceedings UPDATE 2 May 2024 12:20PM: NOPSEMA comments added I worked in oil & gas in commercial and engineering roles for 20 years All the info and a bit of comment on WA energy industry and climate in your inbox every Friday You've successfully subscribed to Boiling Cold Check your email for magic link to sign-in Media statement – DEA v NOPSEMA & Woodside Doctors challenge Scarborough gas field Environment Plan approval Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) has launched proceedings in the Federal Court seeking a judicial review of NOPSEMA’s approval of the Production Environment Plan (EP) for Woodside’s Scarborough gas project DEA Executive Director Kate Wylie said:  “DEA believes that NOPSEMA may have acted unlawfully by accepting this EP without fully understanding how the impacts of the Scarborough gas project will be managed “Woodside acknowledges that there is uncertainty about whether gas from the Scarborough project will displace even dirtier fuels.  “DEA will contend that Woodside’s proposed controls in this EP are so vague and uncertain that NOPSEMA did not meet its own tests for whether an EP can be approved “Controls placed on offshore gas projects are critical in managing impacts on our environment and community “We have asked the court to set aside NOPSEMA’s decision “DEA has taken this action in the broader context of a global climate emergency which has profoundly harmful consequences for the health of billions of people around the world “The scientific consensus and the advice of the United Nations is that new fossil fuel projects are incompatible with a safe climate and human health governments around Australia continue to approve coal and gas projects against such advice the least our government can do is to ensure such projects are subjected to thorough scrutiny to ensure proposals meet the legal standards enacted by our parliaments “If government agencies fail to meet their own legal standards in their assessments it is incumbent upon civil organisations like DEA to hold them to account.” For media comment, please contact DEA Executive Director Kate Wylie via our media adviser Carmela Ferraro at [email protected] or on 0410 703 074 Feature your press release on Medianet's News Hub every time you distribute with Medianet Pay per release or save with a subscription To better understand what is means to be ‘a local’ our suburb profile seeks to understand the local stories Koora (past) Boordawan (future) and respond to Ngalang Maya (our place) This snapshot identifies the unique character of Scarborough’s neighbourhood and helps the City rethink how we deliver services with a local focus Scarborough was once dominated by holiday homes and single detached houses The coastal suburb of Scarborough was named after the English beach resort of the same name located in North Yorkshire on the east coast of Great Britain The name is believed to have first been used in 1892 by Patrick Callaghan As land at Scarborough was sandy and of little agricultural value It was not until 1869 that John Hughes and Jesse Golding were each given lots of 40 acres In 1885 a visiting Sydney journalist explored the coastline at Scarborough and promoted the high quality of the beach some real estate agents investigated the possibility of developing the area In 1885 Perth firm Laurence and Cooke purchased and subdivided land followed in 1892 by Patrick Callaghan of Melbourne Lots sold poorly and Scarborough was eventually re-subdivided into smaller properties in 1914 later put the land to public auction and in the years following World War II large-scale development occurred At that time street names in the area were altered to mimic the suburb's namesake in Yorkshire By the 1960s there was little remaining undeveloped land in the mid 1980s extensive redevelopment began These are the top local priorities you've told us about what's important for Scarborough:   The City has created Locally-led Stirling to drive deeper connection at a local suburb level to listen and respond with a local focus At the heart of this Locally-led approach is an understanding that local people know what they need and a vision for everyone to get involved in shaping what it means to be “a local” Scarborough was once dominated by holiday homes and single detached houses built in the post-war era and occupied by workers in recent years a vast transformation has occurred along the coastal strip Numerous units and flat developments have appeared some of which are multi- storey and echo the style of the Observation City development Housing designs range from the timber-framed workers' houses to 1960s flats through to modern home units though lots north of Scarborough Beach Road are smaller In addition to the popular ocean foreshore Scarborough contains 22ha of public open space three community open spaces and two district open spaces Abbett Park offers a variety of sporting facilities Scarborough Beach also hosts a surf lifesaving club and other recreation facilities and a library and community recreation centre are located near the eastern boundary of Scarborough For more information, including parking and transport advice and tourist spots, visit the Explore Scarborough page. City of Stirling kaadatj Nyoongar moort Nyoongar boodja-k Wadjak boodja-k Ngalak kaadatj Nyoongar nedingar wer birdiya koora koora wer yeyi malayin wer nakolak baalap yang ngalany-al Ngalak dandjoo barn wer kaaratj bandang boodja-k The City of Stirling acknowledges the traditional custodians of this land and pays respect to the Elders both past and present for they hold the memories the culture and hopes of Aboriginal Australia The installation also concludes the series of Wild Eye a collaborative art and nature program between Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and Invisible Dust It brings together artists who produce artworks for people in the Scarborough and Whitby area These are installations related to the theme of wildlife found along the North Yorkshire coast Some of the artists who have worked for the series include Juneau Projects all images courtesy of Wild Eye | photos by Jules Lister 2025 forms part of the newsly launched Seawatching Station on Marine Drive in Scarborough Spanning the floor of the sea-watching station visitors can view the fragmentary installation and mosaic up close they can study the small blocks that make up the permanent artwork there’s a large humpback whale swimming underneath the vessel says that the references around Roman Mosaic c and people who are into the local wildlife to recognize them immediately they might miss his nod to the walrus that came up from the sea a few years ago and sat on the very pier he shapes his artwork on Roman-style mosaic on Scarborough’s Marine Drive 2025 is meant to be viewed from above or a high place The first time he visited the site on Marine Drive nothing pulled him when he looked at the empty space at the pier He started thinking about how he could make it interesting Nothing came up until he was on his way back to the city: a public artwork best seen from above He admitted not having the technical skills to pull something so large on his own.  who helped bring his marine-life vision to life Jeremy Deller didn’t imagine a complete artwork for Roman Mosaic c one where the visitors hold the vision to complete the canvas on their own What he knows for sure is that Scarborough has a Roman history; hence his use of the ancient technique for the installation there’s a Roman signal station on the headland just above the site as well as a nearby castle with Roman remains inside But that theme alone may not resonate with the rich marine life in the area so Jeremy Deller brought over the motifs that invoke such recollecting ancient memories and the wildlife’s ebb and flow the artwork evidently recalls the coast’s marine life and ancient past the artist has worked with sculptor Coralie Turpin for the permanent mosaic it’s best to view Roman Mosaic from above the permament artwork is on Scarborough’s Marine Drive in the UK artists: Jeremy Deller, Coralie Turpin | @jeremydeller, @coralie_turpin_sculptor collaboration with: Wild Eye, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, Invisible Dust | @yorkshirewildlifetrust_, @invisible_dust photography: Jules Lister | @juleslisterphotography happening now! partnering with antonio citterio, AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function, but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style, context, and personal expression. AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Watch 51sAn altercation between security guards and patrons at the Lookout Bar in Scarborough on Sunday night. (Supplied) CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced Health and wellbeing DateVarious dates and times Scarborough Community Hub 173 Gildercliffe Street Get directions carlperro@hotmail.com 0402 999 387 The Scarborough Seniors Club run a number of activities during the week at the Scarborough Community Centre:  Contact the club for fees and membership information has achieved a significant milestone with the arrival of the final Pluto Train 2 modules at the Pluto LNG facility in Karratha This development marks a crucial step towards the project’s goal of delivering its first LNG cargo in 2026 have been transported from the module yard in Batam The expansion of the Pluto LNG facility with a second LNG processing train will process gas from the offshore Scarborough field Pluto Train 2 will have the capacity to process approximately five million tonnes of LNG per annum The expanded facility will also include new domestic gas infrastructure capable of supplying up to 225 terajoules per day to the Western Australian market Woodside selected Bechtel to execute the engineering with construction activities at the Karratha site having commenced in August 2022 Liz Westcott, Woodside Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Australia stating: “The scale of what has been delivered is an incredible achievement and reflects the team’s commitment and professionalism.” She added that the Scarborough Energy Project is now over three-quarters complete with teams focusing on module integration and commissioning for the targeted first LNG cargo in 2026 highlighted the strong partnership between Woodside and Bechtel noting: “This achievement reflects our shared vision and the unwavering dedication of our project team to cultivate a One Team culture.” The Scarborough Energy Project is expected to make a significant contribution to the Australian economy generating more than $50 billion in direct and indirect tax payments It is also projected to create over 3,000 jobs during the construction phase and sustain nearly 600 jobs on average during operations This milestone underscores the project’s progress and its potential impact on Australia’s energy sector and economy As the teams move forward with module integration and facility commissioning the Scarborough Energy Project continues to advance towards its goal of delivering first LNG in 2026 You must be logged in to post a comment Qteq and executive chairman found to have engaged in cartel conduct Woodside reports strong Q1 2025 results driven by Sangomar production India considers scrapping import taxes on US ethane, LPG, and LNG to boost trade ties Deepwater drilling pushes oil and gas industry to navigate evolving regulatory terrain US oil production set to peak in 2027 as shale boom fades, EIA forecasts Woodside greenlights US$17.5b Louisiana LNG project, targeting 2029 start Enstor receives FERC approval for major Mississippi Hub expansion BW Energy greenlights US$107m Golfinho Boost project in Brazil Venture Global’s Calcasieu Pass LNG facility begins commercial operations US revokes Trinidad-Venezuela gas licences, halting projects The decommissioning challenge: How Australia and the UK can collaborate for success Risks of subsea operations necessitate project lifecycle assurance Global bunkering sees steady growth as demand rises Offshore well integrity risk drives urgency for effective decommissioning regime The role of Australia’s oil and gas sector shifts as energy markets make new demands Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Police have charged a 46-year-old man with a string of serious offences following an alleged high-speed chase through Perth on Thursday that ended when he got bogged on Scarborough Beach Police allege the man stole a Toyota Prado in Rockingham about 9am When officers saw the vehicle on Canning Highway in Victoria Park about two hours later they attempted to stop the vehicle before the driver allegedly sped off “It will be further alleged the vehicle drove recklessly and at speed – at times on the wrong side of the road – through several suburbs including Victoria Park North Beach and Scarborough,” a police spokesperson said “The vehicle eventually came to a stop when it became bogged on Scarborough Beach foreshore where the man was subsequently arrested.” Police allege a replica firearm and a quantity of methamphetamine were found in the Prado The Beaconsfield man has been charged with several offences including stealing a motor vehicle and driving recklessly; driver of a vehicle failed to comply with a direction to stop; reckless driving to escape pursuit by police; endangering the life health or safety of a person; possession of a controlled weapon; possessing a prohibited drug (methylamphetamine); stealing; and driving without a licence He is due to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on Friday Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter \\u201CIt will be further alleged the vehicle drove recklessly and at speed \\u2013 at times on the wrong side of the road \\u2013 through several suburbs including Victoria Park North Beach and Scarborough,\\u201D a police spokesperson said \\u201CThe vehicle eventually came to a stop when it became bogged on Scarborough Beach foreshore where the man was subsequently arrested.\\u201D Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories Getting to and from Scarborough Beach is easy with multiple travel options including frequent buses shared paths and Safe Active Street (Moorland/Manning Street) Use the Transperth JourneyPlanner to plan your journey Consider parking along a bus route and catching the bus to and from Scarborough during peak times The coastal footpath is a shared access path which runs north/south along the coast. Manning Street/Moorland Streets are Safe Active Streets that run east/west linking Scarborough to Stirling Train Station E-scooters provide a sustainable and enjoyable transport option to get to and around the Scarborough precinct. Download the Beam app for locations and availability. There are plenty of locations throughout the Scarborough area where you can park your bike or scooter.  If you’re using a rideshare or taxi, ask to be dropped off on the eastern side of West Coast Highway during peak times to avoid congestion. The City is currently installing new signage to help drivers find parking at key locations on the City’s coastline including Watermans Bay, Bennion Beach and Clarko Reserve (Trigg) and Peasholm Dog Beach (Scarborough). The parking wayfinding signage will also include new signs at Scarborough and Trigg which show real-time bay availability and are expected to be installed by the end of November 2024. Paid parking is available at the following locations: Street parking is available throughout the Scarborough Precinct. Please follow parking signage to avoid any infringements. Private carpark at the White Sands Tavern (fees apply). Authorised vehicle parking to the south of Scarborough Beach Pool is time-limited between 5.00am and 4.00pm. 15 bays are available for public parking outside of these hours. Motorcycle parking is available along The Esplanade and within adjacent carparking areas. Take the hassle out of parking by visiting one of our alternative parking locations and enjoy a picturesque stroll or e-scooter ride into Scarborough: Scarborough Parking MapClick here to view the full map Main Roads WA are planning to build a new dual-lane roundabout at the intersection of Scarborough Beach Road and Green Street improving safety and traffic flow for all road users Service relocations are scheduled to start in mid-2024 with roundabout construction expected to get underway in the final quarter of the year This project is funded by the State Government Following a complex program of service relocations the current two-stage road crossing will be replaced with a new dual-lane roundabout A new shared path has also been included in the design improving connectivity for the high number of riders and walkers who are travelling to and from the Glendalough train station and local business hubs the existing one-way access into Birrell Street must be closed to accommodate the new roundabout Birrell Street will be converted to a cul-de-sac at its junction with Scarborough Beach Road there were 66 reported crashes at this location Most of these crashes occurred during right-turns (more than 80 per cent) or as a result of rear-end collisions Just under a quarter of these crashes resulted in someone requiring hospitalisation or medical treatment while more than three-quarters resulted in property damage This page contains the Business Case to implement Trackless Trams along Scarborough Beach Road between Glendalough Train Station and Scarborough Beach following the allocation of Australian Government funding of $2 million under the Urban Congestion Fund the City commenced work on the Trackless Tram Business Case Aligning with the City’s broader vision for the Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor the project aimed to create a vibrant urban centre with improved public transport increased jobs and additional housing for the local community The Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor extends 7km from Glendalough Station to Scarborough Beach The City of Stirling’s planning framework for the Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor is in place and was developed in partnership with the Department of Planning on behalf of the Western Australian Planning Commission This Framework provided an overarching transport and land use vision that would significantly enhance the form and function of the road and its surroundings Planning for the urban regeneration area was based on a long-term vision for light rail as part of a mid-tier transit system; a system that had already proven highly successful in many cities across Australia and the world Preliminary business cases for light rail were developed; however new transit technology in Trackless Trams emerged as a more suitable alternative identified this innovative and sustainable public transport system as a catalyst for the nationally significant revitalisation of the Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor The City of Stirling advocated to both the State and Federal Governments for the implementation of this essential project The Trackless Tram Business Case aimed to provide an independent assessment of various transit technologies to determine the most suitable option for the Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor and thereby delivering the vision for the area The Business Case has been endorsed by Council and will be submitted to the Western Australian Government for consideration and implementation of this mid-tier transit system The City’s Trackless Tram Business Case includes comprehensive and independent research conducted by several respected global transport and engineering consultants The City appointed independent consultants ARUP to deliver Package 1 A pre-feasibility study was conducted into medium capacity transit systems along the Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor considering new technologies such as Trackless Trams The scope included assessment criteria such as: The study identified emerging commercially available vehicles that are fundamentally a hybrid between traditional Light Rail Transit and Bus Rapid Transit vehicles The assessment concluded that the Trackless Tram vehicles manufactured by CRRC were the most suitable vehicle for the Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor For further information on the feasibility and scope definition, refer to the ARUP Business Case Feasibility and Scope Definition report. The City appointed SMEC to deliver Package 2; a comprehensive body of work which developed the preliminary business case For further information, refer to the Trackless Trams Business Case Development Package 2 – SMEC Report. To conduct further due diligence in regard to the Trackless Tram Business Case the City engaged additional support from experienced land use consultants Urbis appointed in 2024 to further explore how a Trackless Tram could catalyse the urban revitalisation of the Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor Urbis identified in its report that the redevelopment of the Scarborough Beach Road Activity Corridor through Trackless Tram investment represented a once-in-a-generation opportunity for urban transformation this project would fulfill State and Federal Government urban policy objectives for sustainable and compact urban growth improving housing supply and economic outcomes for the City of Stirling and the broader Perth metropolitan area For further information, refer to the Urbis Report - Compact, Connected, Competitive: The Trackless Tram Transformation. the City of Stirling received permission from the Federal Government to utilise $135,000 of the business case funding to conduct a Trackless Tram trial Central to mid-tier transport planning is the consideration of the needs of the communities that mid-tier transport modes will connect The City adopted an innovative approach to conduct this research by conducting an Australian First Trackless Tram Trial in November 2023 the City worked with partners Curtin University Shanghai Electric and Infrastructure Technology Solutions Group (ITSG) to prepare for a trackless tram trial with a dedicated route in the City’s Administration car park The purpose of the Trial was to showcase the mode of transit to improve awareness of the project bring together industry experts to conduct a study of the vehicle and understand community interest in response to the trackless tram The Trackless Tram vehicle testing program that occurred prior to and during the Trial in November 2023 enabled technical experts and researchers understand: Comprehensive field testing of the Trial vehicle against the Australian Design Rules (ADR) Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT) and Performance Based Standards (PBS) was conducted by Tiger Spider on behalf of the City’s partner The Trackless Tram Community Showcase held on 26 November 2023 was a highlight of the Trial and a major success More than 1,300 people attended the events to jump on board the Trackless Tram experience this innovative technology first-hand and provide their feedback A Net Zero Transit Symposium was held on 21 and 22 November in conjunction with the trial The conference brought together national and international industry experts to discuss the latest in mid-tier net zero transit options and provided the opportunity for attendees to view the Trackless Tram in action The Trial and associated events provided exclusive insights into this innovative technology and overwhelmingly positive support from the community to drive this project forward Trial results guided the City’s Business Case and advocacy for the implementation of the Trackless Tram For further information please refer to Trackless Tram Trial Report $2 million grant from Australian Government (Urban Congestion Fund) Stage 1 of Business Case (‘problems and opportunities’) completed Stage 2 of Business Case (identification and analysis of options’) completed Play videoTrackless TramsWA’s first trackless tram between Scarborough Beach and Glendalough has been given a federally-funded boost with a $2 million business case For more information, or to receive this information in an alternate format, please contact the City on (08) 9205 8555 or visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/enquiry There are six libraries and a book nook located within the City of Stirling Stirling Libraries have helped our community through education and entertainment as well as enriching family life and bringing people together irrespective of age Get directions Get directions Get directions Get directions Get directions Get directions Stirling Libraries – Hamersley Book Nook allows you to easily return or borrow library items using your Stirling Libraries membership with our convenient 'click and collect' service Get directions 26 November 2024Safety first at Scarborough Beach with joint police operations   The dynamic digital signage at Scarborough Beach will give motorists real-time parking updates helping them find a spot sooner and easing congestion by identifying full car parks   There are about 1,500 parking bays in the Scarborough Beach entertainment precinct and hundreds more nearby they can keep their valuables secure in the small and large lockers that are available for hire City of Stirling kaadatj Nyoongar moort Nyoongar boodja-k Wadjak boodja-k. Ngalak kaadatj Nyoongar nedingar wer birdiya koora koora wer yeyi. Baalabang koondarm, malayin wer nakolak baalap yang ngalany-al. Ngalak dandjoo barn wer kaaratj bandang boodja-k. The City of Stirling acknowledges the traditional custodians of this land, the Wadjak people of the Nyoongar Nation, and pays respect to the Elders both past and present for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal Australia. 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decreasing To address these challenges and create a unique connection to nature the City of Stirling is considering the feasibility of a coastal boardwalk in the South Trigg Beach Class A Reserve No The aim is to enhance and protect the coastline improve safety for pedestrians and enable visitors to take in the picturesque natural area and make the most of the panoramic beach views in March 2024 a Council workshop discussed the project and there was general support from Elected Members to develop the first stage in 2024/25 The Coastal Boardwalk Feasibility Study was included in the City’s Corporate Business Plan 2024-28 Recommendations from the Preliminary Environmental Opportunities and Constraints Assessment Report along with relevant state and local plans and strategies are informing the next stage of the feasibility study The City is undertaking further environmental surveys of the area and understanding costs to further explore a coastal boardwalk between Trigg and Scarborough Beach There are several key location and design principles that have emerged from the preliminary assessment that will be considered in this next stage An economic assessment and community consultation will also occur as the project progresses A new image gallery section has been included The images provide examples of boardwalk projects that have been constructed throughout Australia in different coastal settings however are for illustrative purposes only The City appreciates the ongoing interest in the Coastal Boardwalk Feasibility Study This project page will continue to be updated with the FAQ section revised to ensure everyone remains informed • Preliminary environmental opportunities and constraints assessment commenced • Preliminary environmental opportunities and constraints assessment report is released to community • Environmental surveys are collected • Preliminary design concepts are developed • Construction methodologies and techniques are explored • Initial cost assessment are prepared The City’s Coastal Boardwalk Feasibility Study aims to understand the viability of constructing a boardwalk in the South Trigg Beach Reserve The first step in this process was to conduct a preliminary environmental assessment to identify the constraints and opportunities that exist in the area The South Trigg Beach Reserve – through which the proposed boardwalk would be constructed – is classified as a Class A Reserve under the Land Administration Act 1997 and a Bush Forever Area Class A Reserve status does not prohibit all works particularly boardwalks and paths that provide access and enjoyment The Preliminary Environmental Opportunities and Constraints Assessment Report by consultancy Coterra Environment provides independent advice to balance the consideration of designing and constructing a coastal boardwalk between Trigg and Scarborough Beach The City is carefully considering the recommendations to ensure the boardwalk proposal aligns with environmental standards and community expectations These findings are informing the next steps of this project which will include further environmental surveys construction approaches and cost assessment Through the Coastal Boardwalk Feasibility Study the City aims to enhance and protect the coastline improve pedestrian safety and enable visitors to take in the picturesque conservation area Please see the preliminary environmental assessment under useful documents at the bottom of this page A boardwalk has been identified as having the potential to create a unique attraction along our coastline that could be used by locals An independent economic study will consider: During the initial phase of community engagement we invited the submission of questions about the proposal through this webpage you'll find answers to your most frequently asked questions We are committed to working closely with all groups via extensive engagement How will the community be kept informed and can provide feedback We want to share and receive information from the community We will provide upddates via the City's project webpage We will consult the community and stakeholders and keep you informed as we progress through key stages of the project Why is $500,000 required for a feasibility study The Coastal Boardwalk Feasibility Study includes funds for an independent environmental impact assessment developing design options and extensive community engagement The City is aware proposals have been raised since 2005 How is the City considering coastal hazards like erosion and inundation The City has prepared a Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan to enable long-term management of areas that may be impacted by coastal hazards The CHRMAP will be used to inform the environmental considerations for this project If the project proceeds beyond the feasibility study consideration will be given to materials that are eco-friendly and sustainable The different types of materials and products available will be further explored through the concept design stage As part of the community engagement for the project the City will seek feedback from the community on how they would like the boardwalk to be used With the continuing popularity of bikes and e-rideables along with increasingly high levels of recreational users on the existing path pedestrian safety perceptions are decreasing Feedback will inform consideration of the future use of a coastal boardwalk Is upgrading the existing pathway an option all options will be considered by Council as part of the next steps of the project upgrading the existing pathway would involve works through the Class A reserve and would be subject to a high level of scrutiny The City is focused on understanding the potential environmental impacts of all options What considerations are being given to car parking Parking options will be considered as part of the concept design of the boardwalk The economic study will estimate foot traffic and increased visitation to the area and feedback will be sought from the community to inform transport modelling and parking considerations What considerations are being given to the site’s environmental status There are no designs or costs associated with the project at this early stage The City will be completing a cost assessment through this next phase we invited the submission of questions about the environment through this webpage What considerations are being given to the proposed location in an environmentally sensitive area and erosion zone the report recommends that the boardwalk should be mostly situated to the east of the 2070 coastal erosion hazard extent Will a boardwalk hinder the current views of the ocean and horizon The assessment notes that the boardwalk would provide a unique opportunity to showcase the visual amenity of the area It recommends that a drafted design is evaluated by an independent landscape architect or visual amenity specialist from various viewpoints and nearby residential areas Those considerations should inform the siting of lookout points along the boardwalk Careful positioning and material selection for the boardwalk will be paramount to minimise visual intrusion flora and fauna be protected during construction It notes that a Native Vegetation Clearing Permit will be required and protect the safety of walkers especially at night The report recommends controlling public access through fencing or balustrading citing examples of other boardwalks in similarly environmentally sensitive areas often used to control access and protect the natural environment while showcasing the area It states that litter does not pose a constraint to the boardwalk but recommends consideration of providing rubbish bins Another consideration is passive surveillance of the area such as CCTV How will you control costs of building and maintaining the structure The economic study will consider many factors including estimated foot traffic and increased visitation to the area to inform parking considerations The Trigg Bushland Reserve Management Plan recommends a buffer of at least 50 metres around the Callitris preissii (or Melaleuca lanceolata) Forests and Woodlands of the Swan Coastal Plain Threatened Ecological Community (TEC) The Plan notes that a buffer cannot be established in all locations due to existing development such as the area to the south east in Sector 6 The Preliminary Environmental Opportunities and Constraints Assessment recommends that where possible the boardwalk design should be setback approximately 15 metres from the TEC It should also be fenced prior to construction to provide additional protection from potential direct impacts.The buffer to the TEC should be reassessed when the exact extent of the TEC is known What considerations are being given to lighting Potential lighting options will be considered as part of this next phase While lighting can significantly enhance safety and visibility it is essential to balance this with the need to protect the natural environment The proposal to construct a coastal boardwalk between Scarborough and Trigg beaches has been considered by Council in 2005 and 2013 The minutes of these meetings are attached below In 2005 it was decided that given the results of the community and stakeholder consultation processes the Council would take no further action on the boardwalk at that time In 2013 when the matter was considered by Council Officers made a recommendation to proceed with the detailed design brief for the preferred route that would consider the comments and concerns received during the consultation This recommendation was supported by the Committee but the motion was not supported at the Council meeting held on 3 September 2013 there have been three Notice of Motions relating to the idea of a Coastal Boardwalk presented to Council: two by Cr Felicity Farrelly on 27 April 2021 and 15 February 2022 and another by Cr Rob Paparde on 5 December 2023 to consider a proposal at an Elected Member workshop The minutes of those Council Meetings can also be found under Useful Documents below Community consultation will occur after the environmental and economic assessment to ensure the community is informed and can provide feedback with these factors in mind Elected Members will be notified of the outcomes to ensure informed decisions are made on whether to proceed to the next step Stay tuned for community engagement updates on this page and sign up for project updates.. Examples of boardwalks in coastal settings throughout Australia for illustrative purposes only. Image courtesy of Walkway for Terrigal Beach Facebook page.  Images courtesy of Sunshine Coast Council. Image courtesy of the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. Artist impressions are based on examples of boardwalks in coastal settings throughout Australia for illustrative purposes only and not indicative of a final design. Artist impression of North Trigg NodeArtist impression of rest nodesUseful documents For more information, or to receive this information in an alternate format, please contact the City on (08) 9205 8555 or visit www.stirling.wa.gov.au/enquiry We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. The Scarborough venue where two bouncers were allegedly caught on camera assaulting a man they were trying to evict off the dance floor, has said the men in question will not be returning to work there. Enver Ibrahimovic, 37 and Nezir Ibrahimovic, 32, were arrested on Sunday after an alleged altercation at the Lookout Bar just after 8.15pm. The brothers were working as security guards, but employed by a third party as contractors. Hours after they were released on bail, the management team at The Lookout told WAtoday the men will not be returning to work at the venue. “We are aware of a deeply disturbing incident that took place at our venue last night involving security personnel and a patron,” they said. “The security personnel involved will not be returning to The Lookout. “We are cooperating fully with police, and we are conducting an internal review with management and our third-party security provider with urgency. This includes all training, protocols and hiring practices. This process starts immediately. “We do not condone violence of any kind at The Lookout. Our venue has long been a place of celebration, and our guests are entitled to feel safe, respected and welcome always. We are working through this with the gravity it deserves. Our focus now is on accountability, learning and change.” The brothers appeared in court over the alleged assault, prosecutors telling the magistrate the incident unfolded after a patron spilt water on the dance floor and was kicking it around and sliding around. “The victim was asked to leave and then escorted out,” a police prosecutor told the magistrate. An altercation then ensued with one of the brothers then allegedly “mounting” the victim and punching him to the head. He was allegedly additionally punched twice and kicked in the head. Enver and Nezir Ibrahimovic leaving Perth Magistrates Court on Monday.Credit: Rebecca Peppiat “The assault was prolonged,” the prosecutor said. A woman nearby allegedly filmed the incident on her iPhone. Nezir Ibrahimovic is then alleged to have taken the phone off her and “assaulted her in the process”, the court heard. The alleged victim, 39, was later treated for injuries to his head and face at Joondalup Health Campus. Nezir Ibrahimovic was charged with intent to harm, did an act causing bodily harm, wilfully destroy evidence, stealing and common assault. Enver Ibrahimovic was charged with intent to harm and did an act causing bodily harm. On Monday Premier Roger Cook was asked about the incident, calling it “unacceptable”. “Any violence in that sort of situation, particularly when it comes to crowd control is unacceptable,” he said. “The security people there are to keep everyone safe. “Sometimes people have to leave, be encouraged to leave the premises and that’s part of the job, but obviously we don’t want that to escalate into violence. “We regulate our security industry, and obviously the police will examine any sort of footage or evidence that’s put in front of them and take the appropriate course of action.” The men were told there was a 20-year maximum sentence for the charges but after putting up surety and promising to abide by reporting conditions, they were released on bail. The court heard the men worked as bouncers on the weekends in addition to full-time employment but as part of their bail conditions are not allowed to participate in the role. When Nezir Ibrahimovic was told that his bail conditions also incorporated not going near the victims, he said, “I don’t even remember what they looked like.” \\u201CWe are aware of a deeply disturbing incident that took place at our venue last night involving security personnel and a patron,\\u201D they said. \\u201CThe security personnel involved will not be returning to The Lookout. \\u201CWe are cooperating fully with police, and we are conducting an internal review with management and our third-party security provider with urgency. This includes all training, protocols and hiring practices. This process starts immediately. \\u201CWe do not condone violence of any kind at The Lookout. Our venue has long been a place of celebration, and our guests are entitled to feel safe, respected and welcome always. We are working through this with the gravity it deserves. Our focus now is on accountability, learning and change.\\u201D \\u201CThe victim was asked to leave and then escorted out,\\u201D a police prosecutor told the magistrate. An altercation then ensued with one of the brothers then allegedly \\u201Cmounting\\u201D the victim and punching him to the head. He was allegedly additionally punched twice and kicked in the head. \\u201CThe assault was prolonged,\\u201D the prosecutor said. A woman nearby allegedly filmed the incident on her iPhone. Nezir Ibrahimovic is then alleged to have taken the phone off her and \\u201Cassaulted her in the process\\u201D, the court heard. On Monday Premier Roger Cook was asked about the incident, calling it \\u201Cunacceptable\\u201D. \\u201CAny violence in that sort of situation, particularly when it comes to crowd control is unacceptable,\\u201D he said. \\u201CThe security people there are to keep everyone safe. \\u201CSometimes people have to leave, be encouraged to leave the premises and that\\u2019s part of the job, but obviously we don\\u2019t want that to escalate into violence. \\u201CWe regulate our security industry, and obviously the police will examine any sort of footage or evidence that\\u2019s put in front of them and take the appropriate course of action.\\u201D When Nezir Ibrahimovic was told that his bail conditions also incorporated not going near the victims, he said, \\u201CI don\\u2019t even remember what they looked like.\\u201D An award-winning guesthouse in a popular British seaside town is once again celebrating after being named one of the very best in the world has come out on top in the Tripadvisor annual Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025 Based on user experiences and positive reviews the accommodation has been awarded the Best Bed and Breakfast in Europe and Best Bed and Breakfast in the UK for the fifth year running and is the fourth Best Bed and Breakfast in the World Married couple James and Angela Rusden run the B&B and hold the record for having previously been crowned the "best B&B in the world" for three consecutive years Married couple James and Angela Rusden run the B&B Angela told GB News: "It's just amazing to look at the awards we have been given when we are just a small B&B in Scarborough "The top three in the world are all beautiful hotels in Bali Vietnam and Morocco all in the Bed and Breakfast/Inns category "It's amazing to think that a small B&B in Scarborough can compete with these at this level "We have also been awarded the 'Best of the Best' award which is the top one per cent in the world for the sixth year running One of the rooms available at the Scarborough B&B "We are delighted with the results and would like to thank all our wonderful guests for your ongoing support and wonderful reviews and are looking forward to seeing you all over the coming season." Toulson Court ranks above establishments in Brazil Morocco and India on TripAdvisor’s list of the best B&Bs and inns from across the world The top three this year include Pinkcoco in Indonesia which has outdoor pools and a spa described as being for "cool adults only" Sapa Centre Hotel in Vietnam came second and the Dar Ahlam Hotel Sapa Centre Hotel is based in the city centre of Sa Pa with a French Bakery and Dar Ahlam Hotel is located at ‘the gateway’ of the Sahara desert an ideal place for travellers to have a luxurious pit stop With a much cooler climate and more modest setting including breakfast at Toulson Court with nearby attractions of Peasholm Park The success of the North Yorkshire B&B is helping to put Scarborough on the map Many people come from far and wide to stay at the inn which currently has an overall five-star rating on TripAdvisor Guests have praised their B&B for offering a warm welcome excellent service and little extras – including James the 'singing chef' who entertains customers as he makes breakfast Fantastic F recently posted on TripAdvisor to say: "From the moment I arrived at Toulson Court I knew I had found somewhere truly special Words can hardly do justice to how incredible this B&B is — it’s not just a place to stay "The hosts are the absolute best I have ever encountered and attention to every little detail created a welcoming homely atmosphere that immediately put me at ease." Michael H said: "An excellent guest house and highly recommended Hosts went above and beyond what one expects "Definitely would return when next in the area While Maureen M commented: "Another fantastic stay the first of three we have planned for this year Find out more about Toulson Court HERE North Yorkshire coastWith its swooping whale is just one of the fun-filled elements of Scarborough’s Wild Eye coastal art trail Created with sculptor Coralie Turpin Deller’s mosaic is a “semi-trick” – a suggestion of a Roman masterpiece that has been uncovered on the shores of the seaside town with genuine Roman history On the cliffs above the work sits the remains of a Roman signal station and the mosaic is fragmented and inaccurate as if made from memory rather than a photograph “In 100 years’ time – or whenever – when this is all underwater and it is rediscovered there was a Roman villa here,’” says Deller It’s a joyful and violent work with references to Scarborough’s past visitors – from a walrus to an aukWhat is actually there is a sea-watching station it’s one of England’s best places for viewing cetaceans – a group of aquatic mammals that includes porpoises when Deller was asked if he could develop a work for the location he had the difficult task of creating something that didn’t conflict with the view A floor-based piece was the natural solution and it depicts many of the creatures we might spot with enough patience Roman Mosaic c2025 is at once joyful and violent; a large whale swoops under a ship, a seal snaps at a fish, an octopus tussles with a crab. There are specific Scarborough references such as the walrus who made headlines when he stopped in the town in 2022 and a tiny Arctic auk spotted during a research trip out to sea Deller’s signature playfulness is found in the smiley face flag on the ship and the Roman god in the top corner who is doing his best to blow the whole scene away The tiny tiles are expertly placed by Turpin to generate movement putting the piece in motion – as if the creatures might dive back into the North Sea at any moment the sea – or what’s in it – is as important as the pieces commissioned by their impressive roster of British artists and Emma Smith have created site-specific works to connect the people of Scarborough with the natural world around them Deller’s mosaic teeming with local creatures is immediately accessible, as is Paul Morrison’s marine grade stainless steel sculpture of seaweed Sea Oak is a shimmering slice of bladderwrack seaweed with a reflective surface that absorbs the blue above and below Seaweed is an efficient carbon sink and valuable habitat for marine wildlife and yet it is very often an overlooked element of the British seaside Morrison restores its value by putting it on a plinth Tentacles at the ready … another character in the fake mosaic Dawood – in collaboration with writer Hildyard – presents one of a series of augmented reality works found along Scarborough seafront that explore an imagined future for costal environments and their inhabitants This involves scanning a QR code and pointing my phone at the sea to see various hybrid creatures emerging to Hildyard’s storytelling It is interesting enough but there is something disconnecting about looking at the sea through my iPhone and without much of a physical presence I wonder how many passersby will engage with this Free weekly newsletterYour weekly art world round-up In the grounds of Scarborough Castle is Gander’s We Are Only Human (Incomplete Sculpture for Scarborough to Be Finished By Snow) cast in low-carbon concrete with limestone formed of shells and skeletons from prehistoric sea creatures the hefty forms that line the seafront to prevent erosion its hardness and bright whiteness feels out of place Its jarring presence highlights the discomfort we will feel in a future world where rising sea levels have deposited a dolos on the top of a cliff would be the ideal way to take in all the art Emma Smith assists us in this leisurely approach by installing several resting points along the Cinder Track – a 21-mile coastal trail linking Scarborough and Whitby Her sculptural “seats” – made from exquisite “Swaledale fossil” limestone – place the viewer inside nature and a total appreciation of the surrounding greenery that – should we not change our ways – might not last as long as Deller’s mosaic Wild Eye is a series of art works influenced by and set in the coastal environment of North Yorkshire Greenlit environment plan covers final stretch of trunkline into Pluto LNG facility Woodside Energy has advanced a critical regulatory step in the development of its $16 billion Scarborough gas project with the approval of a revised environment plan covering the operation of the pipeline.. 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All rights reserved. Aspermont Limited (ABN 66 000 375 048), PO Box 78, Leederville, Western Australia 6902 Police say the Toyota Prado was stolen from a home in Rockingham around 9am on Thursday, March 20. It was later spotted on the Canning Highway in Victoria Park. Police tried to stop the vehicle but the driver allegedly sped off. He is accused of driving recklessly and at speed, at times on the road side of the road, through several suburbs including Victoria Park, Burswood, the Graham Farmer Freeway, Gwelup, Carine, North Beach and Scarborough.   The Prado eventually came to a stop on Scarborough Beach when it became bogged. During a search of the car, police allegedly found a replica firearm and a quantity of methylamphetamine. The 46-year-old from Beaconsfield has been charged with a string of offences and is due to appear in the Perth Magistrates Court today. inset suppliedThe new incoming owners have revealed plans to refurbish The Scarborough Hotel Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueThe refurbishment plans include refreshing the outdoor garden spaces improving accessibility for those in wheelchairs or with mobility challenges and focusing on "enhancing the experience" as opposed to increasing capacity Glenn Piper and Epochal Hotels were revealed as the buyers of the Scarborough Hotel from Bruce Gordon in April last year "We love to restore heritage items that have significant and prominent positions in local communities and also by the coast," Mr Piper said "You can't get any closer to the coast than the Scarborough Hotel "[It's] the type of venue we like to operate and like to restore and continue to breathe new life into." Other hotels owned by Epochal Hotels include The Beach Hotel in Newcastle and The Harbord Hotel in Sydney Scarborough Hotel, Scarborough, March 1930. Picture: Noel Butlin Archives, Australian National University/Mick RobertsEpochal Hotels have said it wants to make The Scarborough "the best backyard in the country" which will lodged with Wollongong City Council shortly we engaged historians to dive deep into the history and uncover different characters who established the pub .. that have been present and had an impact on the hotel," Mr Piper said "We don't want to take any inspiration outside of the postcode we really call on the heritage and the characters and the local community to preempt what we're going to do with a space." Mr Piper said the improvements would take "advantage of the natural surroundings" it's really a special place to enjoy a beverage and a meal," he said "We will be focusing on a lot of indigenous planting and local species will be incorporated throughout the landscape I have family members who are in wheelchairs and they wouldn't be able to enjoy everything Scarborough has to offer at the moment because it's just not accessible so we would really like to make that a point of difference when we take over." The new owners will officially receive the keys to the Scarborough between May and July and will continue to trade as usual during refurbishments Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, covering business and entertainment most of the time. Got a tip? Send it to me at joel.ehsman@austcommunitymedia.com.au. He/Him Today's top stories curated by our news team. Also includes evening update. Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation. 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Test your skills with interactive crosswords, sudoku & trivia. Fresh daily! Woodside boss Meg O'Neill says the energy major is positioning to become a highly cash generative business as investments in its Sangomar and Scarborough growth projects translate into more cash generation for investors.  For the six months to December 31, Woodside's adjusted net profit slipped 13%, to US$2.88 billion, on operating revenue down 6%, to US$13.2 billion. Total dividends in 2024 were US$1.22 on an FX-adjusted yield of 7.8% before the benefit of franking credits, at a share price of $24.85 on Thursday. It has guided for total production between 186 million and 196 million barrels of oil equivalent in 2025, versus the 194 million produced in 2024.  The group's pioneering Sangomar offshore oil and gas project off the west coast of Senegal proved a 2024 highlight, as it produced US$950 million in revenue since first oil production last June.  Woodside expects Sangomar to produce on plateau until the second quarter of 2025, with future development decisions expected within 18 to 24 months, according to O'Neill. Woodside owns 82% of the project, with the Senegal government at 18% of the joint venture  Woodside's Scarborough liquefied natural gas (LNG) development project in offshore Western Australia is tipped to ship its first LNG cargo to Asia in 2026, in another boost to the group's production outlook and cash flow generation in the years ahead.  Elsewhere, the energy major is still awaiting Federal government approval to extend the licensing permits for its core offshore North West Shelf gas venture and Karratha operating plant in WA.  Chief executive O'Neill warned investors and Federal politicians that failure to approve a 40-year extension for the project from 2030 on environmental grounds would damage Western Australia's economy. Woodside also acquired two significant energy projects in the US in 2024, with its Louisiana LNG plant and Beaumont New Ammonia production facility.  O'Neill tells Livewire the Louisiana LNG business is a "great opportunity" for shareholders and the Beaumont Ammonia business will be the energy group's first low-carbon business and offer attractive returns when it comes online in 2025.  To hear more about O'Neill's view on how the sprawling energy group can drive production and cashflow growth to meet the demands of dividend-hungry investors ahead dive into the online interview.  Tom Richardson: Hello and welcome to Livewire Markets. Today, I'm sitting down with Meg O'Neill, the chief executive of Woodside Energy, who will talk to us a little bit about its financial results for 2024. Meg, it's great to have you here today. Tom Richardson: Do you want to talk a little bit about some of the financial highlights from your results in 2024? Tom Richardson: I think you produced 194 million barrels of oil equivalent in 2024. So, do you think you can perhaps top that in 2025, and what factors may impact that outcome? Tom Richardson: A lot of investors are focused on the balance sheet, capital allocation, I think net debt over the year grew to $7.7 billion on leverage of about 17.9%. I guess that's near the top end of your targeted range of 10% to 20%. So, could you just talk to us a little bit about how you see using debt, capital allocation, the balance sheet? So, with all of those things, we've set ourselves a target gearing range of 10% to 20%. But, it's not a hard ceiling. We may be above the top end of the range at points in time as we make those investments in future value. So, we are at the upper end of the range now with 17.9% gearing.  We may go above the 20%, but again, that would be for shortish periods of time with the expectation we'll be back in the target range in a couple of years' time. Tom Richardson: If we talk about some of the growth assets, you've got the Sangomar asset off the west coast of Senegal. I think that got into production last year. You recently upgraded reserves guidance for that asset. You must be quite excited about it. Meg O'Neill: Yeah, I'm very pleased with how that asset is performing. We entered the Sangomar joint venture back in 2016 or '17, because we saw great potential to develop this oil resource in Senegal. It's a country that's never had oil and gas production. Tom Richardson: Another growth asset for Woodside Scarborough, offshore WA LNG believe it's about 80% complete. And you're planning on shipping the first cargo of LNG, I think, the target is 2026. Do you want to just talk about how that might uplift Woodside going forward? Meg O'Neill: Scarborough is a transformational asset for Woodside. And if you think about our company's history, we started life as an LNG developer with the North West Shelf. In the 2020s, we then moved into developing the Pluto Reservoir. But, both of those assets now are getting into the second half of their lives. North West Shelfin particular is already well into maturity.  So, Scarborough is the new LNG asset in our portfolio. It's a reasonably large gas field in deep water. The project itself is going well, so all of the components, the modules that we use to construct the LNG processing facility are on site at the Pluto site. Tom Richardson: Okay, great. Sticking to WA, the North West Shelf Project, the operating plant at Karratha. I think you're still seeking a 40-year extension for the licence or operating permit from the federal government. What would it mean for Australia, yourself, the Australian economy, if that licence isn't granted by the federal government? Tom Richardson: I think you touched on the Louisiana LNG asset. Plans for that?  Tom Richardson: And the other large acquisition you've made in the U.S. is Beaumont. Do you want to give us a bit of a detail about that? Tom Richardson: Sure. Great. That was really terrific, Meg. Hopefully everybody got some great insights about Woodside today. Thanks very much. Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe Woodside Energy has made several investments to reduce emissions from its Scarborough gas project under construction in Western Australia and is examining other larger ones after fielding a barrage of criticism from environmental groups over its climate credentials The oil and gas producer confirmed on Thursday it expected to send its first cargo of LNG in 2026 from the Karratha-based Scarborough project which is budgeted at $US12.5 billion ($18.9 billion) and has an expected lifespan of 25 years SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Follow the topics, people and companies that matter to you. mayors from across Perth will face off at Scarborough Beach on Saturday the two kilometres challenge isn’t just about fitness It’s all in good fun and for a great cause The friendly dare was sparked by City of Stirling Mayor Mark Irwin The event is sponsored by the City of Stirling Get your Local Examiner Digital Edition straight to your InboxName*Email* Are You a Human 17 January 2025Water Corporation will upgrade the drainage infrastructure at Scarborough Beach from 20 January to mid-February 2025 and beach access may be modified for safety Water Corporation is upgrading its drainage infrastructure at Scarborough Beach This work is scheduled to commence from Monday 20 January 2025 works will take place between Monday and Friday between 7.00am and 4.00pm The work involves an extension of the current stormwater ocean outfall pipe closer to the ocean and an upgrade to the surrounding drainage infrastructure some footpaths around the area will have partial intermittent closures and beach access may be modified For enquiries, please contact Water Corporation Community Engagement Advisor Belinda Salvoni on Belinda.salvoni@watercorporation.com.au or (08) 9420 2144. 31 January 2025Main Roads WA is constructing a new dual-lane roundabout at the intersection of Scarborough Beach Road and Green Street Update: Main Roads WA has postponed the planned closures. Please visit www.mainroads.wa.gov.au for more information Main Roads WA is constructing a new dual-lane roundabout at the intersection of Scarborough Beach Road and Green Street From February 2025, Green Street will be closed in both directions between Tyler Street/Merredin Street and the traffic signals at Main Street/Brady Street for approximately two months. View the detour map Western Power and ATCO Gas relocations are also continuing (combination of day and night works) Birrell Street has also been closed at its junction with Scarborough Beach Road and this area is now being used as a laydown area For details about the project visit the project page on the Main Roads website, where you can subscribe for updates. Woodside has submitted an environment plan to NOPSEMA regarding the further development of its Scarborough offshore facility and trunkline The Scarborough energy project is over three quarters complete (excluding Pluto Train 1 modifications) and is set to deliver natural gas in 2026 located in the Carnarvon Basin off the WA coast will be developed through new offshore facilities connected by an approximately 430km pipeline to a second LNG train (Pluto Train 2) at the existing Pluto LNG onshore facility The current environment plan is seeking permission to engage in the following: commissioning and start-up is approximately twelve months following which the operation of the FPU and export trunkline will be continuous with a planned field life from startup of operations of approximately 30 years Subscribe to The Australian Pipeliner for the latest project and industry news Stirling Libraries host a variety of activities and groups for adults and children including games clubs and educational activities Programs and activities for adultsStirling Libraries offers a range of programs and activities for adults, including games clubs, book clubs, writing group and more! For more information on an activity, please view the events calendar or contact your local library Stirling Librarians and Volunteers trained as digital mentors are available for one-on-one sessions to help you with basic computer and tech questions Maximum of one 30-minute session per person per week and 12 sessions per year across the library service The Be Connected website offers hundreds of step-by-step hands-on lessons and online learning resources, which are easily searched and suitable for all levels of learners.  For more information about online learning visit the Be Connected website Dianella sessions Stirling Libraries host monthly BookChat book club meetings BookChat members decide on the books to read Supply of the book sets and discussion notes are coordinated For information about joining an existing book club or starting up a new one Are you an adult with intellectual or developmental disability making friends and having fun together in a public setting Stirling Libraries – Scarborough runs the Next Chapter Book Club Book club members will meet weekly for one hour to discuss and read a book out loud and we will use different reading strategies  For more information contact Stirling Libraries – Scarborough on (08) 9205 7420 This game can be played individually or in a partnership The clubs meet every Monday 12.30pm - 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Osborne - unless it falls on a public holiday participants will write to a prompt and then share feedback on each other’s work For more information please contact Stirling Libraries-Osborne osborne.library@stirling.wa.gov.au or (08) 9205 7900 Tax Help is a network of ATO-trained and accredited community volunteers who provide a free and confidential service to help people complete their tax returns online using myTax You may be eligible for the Tax Help program if your income is around $60,000 or less and you have simple tax affairs To find out more about eligibility requirements Visit the ATO website supportive and informal space to share knowledge These sessions will run fortnightly and are opportunity to connect with others and build digital confidence you are welcome to bring it but it's not necessary Stirling Libraries - Dianella Mondays fortnightly from 11.30am - 12.30pm  Book now Stirling Libraries - Mirrabooka Fridays fortnightly from 10.00am - 11.00am Book now relaxed and informal book chat led by our library staff this group is perfect for those who want to talk about anything they’ve been reading or listening to These sessions will run fortnightly on Thursday mornings Come chat about books you’ve enjoyed (or not!) and discover what to read next Stirling Libraries - Mirrabooka Thursdays fortnightly from 10.00am - 11.00am  Book now Our Baby Rhymetime sessions focus on improving essential early development social communication and literacy skills in your child promote bonding and are fun for both parent and child Our pre-school programs are created to perfectly compliment the state-wide Better Beginnings program Baby Rhymetime sessions offer a fun and educational experience for both young ones and parents Each Baby Rhymetime session will help your child to develop early literacy skills through simple rhymes Sessions subject to public holidays or library closure These sessions are suitable for children aged two to five years and include stories and songs Pre-school Storytime is a fun way to introduce your child to books stimulates their imagination and is a great way for your child to make new friends every Saturday from 10.00am for children zero to five years Sensory Sing and Play is an inclusive program of songs and sensory play based learning in a small group setting During the session you and your child will experience a variety of sensory play activities and rhymes to help build a foundation of early literacy skills Suitable for babies six to 18 months and their caregiver Stirling Libraries - Scarborough: every Thursday 9.30am - 10.00am Book now Stirling Libraries - Dianella: every Friday 1.30pm - 2.00pm Book now Better Beginnings has been improving the lives of young West Australians and their families Better Beginnings focuses on developing literacy skills in children aged zero to four by fostering a love of stories children pick up many of the concepts relating to reading and writing before age five and this gives them a head start once they start school Good Literacy skills are clearly linked to better life outcomes in later life Every child born in Western Australia is entitled to receive a Yellow book bag at birth containing their first board book and helpful information about reading to your child At the age of two your child receives an Orange Sing-and-Grow book bag and another Green bag once they reach Kindergarten Better Beginnings is delivered by the State Library of Western Australia through public libraries throughout the state together with Child Health Nurses and schools Our Baby Rhymetime and Pre School Storytime sessions have been developed alongside Better Beginnings with special focus on delivering these early learning concepts Librarians that conduct these sessions have regular training in early years program delivery Better Beginnings is funded via a tri-partite alliance between the Government of Western Australia (including Royalties for Regions) Western Australian local governments and Rio Tinto An independent evaluation of the initial pilot program by Edith Cowan University demonstrated the program's positive impact on the attitudes behaviours and practices of parents around early literacy Their longitudinal evaluation of the Better Beginnings program demonstrates that Better Beginnings is having a significant positive impact on early reading practices attitudes and beliefs across Western Australia For more information, visit Better Beginnings website The LETS program helps children and their families to improve and practise English in a fun rhymes and stories which develop children's confidence LETS helps children develop skills they will need when they start school Parents and Children participate and improve their English together Suitable for parents/carers and their children aged 3 - 4 years for whom English is a second language Stirling Libraries - Mirrabooka Tuesdays 9.30am - 10.30am Book now for Mirrabooka  LEGO Clubs at Stirling Libraries are the perfect creative outlet for children aged 5-12 years Our goal is to foster an environment that encourages imagination These are drop-in sessions; no bookings are required Parents are kindly asked to remain throughout these sessions to supervise their children Duplo will be available to keep them entertained peer-based club for those who want to learn how to code Coding is a fun and great way to meet people and is quickly becoming an essential life skill work out puzzles and write your own programs Code Club is being run in the Innovations Lab at Mirrabooka Library every Wednesday during school term ** These sessions are currently suspended for Term 2 ** Join us for weekly songs and stories in Chinese language Sessions are aimed at children aged two to five years old and their parents/carers and feature interactive stories and rhymes in the Chinese (Mandarin) language One of the best things in life is learning something new every day Children's University is a program that rewards kids for what they learn outside the classroom in places like public libraries Students enrolled with the Children’s University get their ‘passports’ stamped when they visit recognised Learning Destinations and are recognised for hours of activity through formal University certificates at on-campus graduation ceremonies - complete with official regalia Stirling Libraries - Mirrabooka is proud to become a Learning Destination for Children’s University Take out an item or attend one of our sessions to have your passport stamped You can also get stamps when attending some of our awesome events during school holidays programming and STEAM skillsStirling Libraries provide opportunities for children and teens to learn how to code and gain skills in programming languages STEAM learning focuses on teaching Science the Arts and Mathematics in a  way that is practical and engaging  Look out for various STEAM focused workshops at Stirling Libraries Do you love Minecraft? Minecraft is a ‘sandbox’ game offering players almost limitless possibilities in an almost limitless world. Stirling Libraries have now joined with City of Fremantle, and other public libraries to offer Librarycraft.net. LibraryCraft is a safe, secure, moderated online environment for Minecraft players aged seven to 17.  There are weekly competitions and prizes, but players also: The Innovations Lab in Stirling Libraries - Mirrabooka features a range of new technologies including: For more information ask our friendly staff. Drop into Stirling Libraries - Mirrabooka or Scarborough on Monday afternoon to have a play and experiment with a fun range of technologies, including coding games and robots! All ages are welcome, no bookings are necessary, and staff will be available to assist and answer any questions that you may have. Mondays 3.30pm - 5.00pm (Term times. Sessions commence on second Monday of each term) Due to popular demand, a maximum number of 20 people will be allowed in the session at any one time. No bookings required. Sign up to our arts and events newsletter to stay updated on what's on in the City of Stirling Perth Beach Obstacle Course Race The City is proudly sponsoring Perth Beach Obstacle Course Race again this year with the 5km Obstacle Course Race returning to Scarborough on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 April Perth Beach OCR is suitable for all fitness levels whether you’re looking to stand on top of the podium or just here to have some fun with your mates Grab your friends and get ready for a wicked day full of beach festival vibes Tickets are available now – head to the event page for more information Perth Festival 2025The City of Stirling proudly partnered with Perth Festival in 2025 bringing two wonderful free events to our local community Backstories was an engaging community event inspired by the storytelling format of “This American Life” Presented in collaboration with Centre for Stories this night of storytelling uncovered and celebrated the incredible individual voices within our local neighbourhoods Backstories invited the community to gather in a familiar setting within their neighbourhood and learn about the unique stories within our own communities from some of our very own local heroes celebrating a story from every place and a place for every story Perth Festival brought two spectacular acts to Scarborough Beach to enjoy a west coast sunset flecked with harmonies Indian Ocean Sounds was a free family-friendly event An act renowned for their ability to spread instant euphoria The Joy blended traditional Zulu music with a cappella voices Malagasy and European melodies and rhythms in a colourful melange An ode to life and appreciating the good times Indian Ocean Sounds was an evening of free music and energetic vibes to celebrate the final Saturday of the 2025 Perth Festival For more information visit the Perth Festival website Red Dust Obstacle Course Race KineticRed Dust Obstacle Course Race Kinetic was a family-friendly event at Carine Regional Open Space on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 November 2024 and community engagement for people of all ages and fitness levels The event featured a 2.5km course with 14 obstacles 5km with 28 Obstacles for ages 12+ plus a separate 1km kids course for ages 4+ with both courses finishing with a foam party The City of Stirling was a proud sponsor of Red Dust OCR Kinetic For more information please visit the Red Dust OCR Kinetic website ExPRO Fitness Summit and FestivalExPRO Fitness Perth’s largest fitness and lifestyle event bringing an action-packed weekend for the whole family The event kicked off on the first day with the Summit at Rendezvous Scarborough on Friday November 8 2024 a free outdoor fitness festival was held in the Scarborough precinct on Saturday November 9 2024 showcasing local health and wellness services The City of Stirling was a proud sponsor of ExPRO Fitness Summit and Festival For more information and tickets, visit the ExPRO Fitness website Groundswell Festival 2024Groundswell Festival is WA’s largest multi-sport youth event celebrating positive youth culture and showcasing Scarborough’s world-class destination and facilities the festival returned to Scarborough Beach for two days on Saturday 5 October and Sunday 6 October 2024 This iconic event featured two days of amateur surf along with a nationally sanctioned skate bowl and surfing competition health and wellness activities like dawn dips and ice baths The City has proudly supported this event since its inception in 2015 For more information, please visit the Groundswell website BMX Racing National ChampionshipsThe AusCycling BMX National Championships is Australia’s premier BMX event attracting national and international competitors Held over six days from Monday 7 October to Sunday 13 October 2024 it featured amateur and elite racing classes providing pathways to the World Championships Riders from ages five to masters competed for championship titles This event drew top BMX competitors from across Australia highlighting the world-class track at Westside BMX in Balcatta The City of Stirling was a proud sponsor of the AusCycling BMX National Championships For more information, please visit the AusCycling website Next Gen ComedyNext Gen Comedy Fest made it’s return debut to the City of Stirling in July 2024 Originating in 2015 at the Mt Lawley Bowling Club Next Gen Comedy is a launching pad for WA's best new comedian This road-show event saw 30 comedians across four events battle the stage with the winner taking home a cash prize and a wild-card entry to WA Comedy All-Stars competition This event was proudly presented by the City of Stirling and produced by WA Comedy Mirrabooka NAIDOC Event 2024The City is proud to support the Mirrabooka NAIDOC Committee present the Mirrabooka NAIDOC Event in July of each year The event celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history and gives our local community the chance to connect through ceremony This free and inclusive event promotes healthy lifestyles and access to a variety of local services and is being held on Thursday 11 July at Stirling Leisure Centres - Mirrabooka - Herb Graham Recreation Centre Jazz ConnectThink New Orleans in the 1960s JazzConnect (nee Jazz By The Beach) was a two day jazz festival held in various venues along the Scarborough Beach Precinct on 24 and 25 August 2024  The event attracted 1,500 people from across Perth to Scarborough during winter The event embraced diverse styles ranging from traditional swing This event was proudly presented by the City of Stirling and produced by ArtsConnect Inc The City of Stirling provides cash and in-kind sponsorship opportunities for events that have a strong alignment with the City’s Strategic Community Plan 'Sustainable Stirling'  Events that bring activity and vibrancy to local centres national and international visitors and increase spend in local areas and that create unique experiences or support the arts and culture sector are favourable Sponsorship proposals can be submitted to the City throughout the year however we encourage all proposals to be received by July of each year  Proposals for sponsorship above $5,000 are presented to Council for approval To discuss potential sponsorship opportunities please contact the City Events Officer on events@stirling.wa.gov.au. Read the City’s Sponsorship Policy for further information If you are interested in becoming a supplier for community events Expressions of interest are accepted throughout the year Woodside has announced the successful completion of the installation of the Scarborough Energy Project trunkline which connects gas wells with the treatment plants the 433km trunkline will transport gas from the offshore Scarborough field to the onshore Pluto LNG processing facility in Karratha The installation of the trunkline took around 12 months to complete with numerous teams and contractors contributing to the successful work program Related article: Woodside confirms death at clean ammonia project in Texas Woodside executive vice president and chief operating officer Australia Liz Westcott said the trunkline was a critical piece of infrastructure for the Scarborough gas project requiring installation by specialised vessels and expert teams “The completion of installation is a significant accomplishment reflecting the dedication of all involved in achieving this project milestone,” Westcott said “With the last components of the trunkline in place the focus will be maintained on safely executing the remaining project scopes to support the targeted first Scarborough LNG cargo in 2026.” Woodside Energy is developing the Scarborough natural gas field approximately 375km off the coast of Western Australia The Scarborough gas project is among the most contested fossil fuel projects in the country with environmental groups labelling it a “carbon bomb” Related article: Greenpeace takes Woodside to court over climate claims Australian Conservation Foundation climate campaigner Elizabeth Sullivan said “Woodside Energy’s Scarborough to Pluto gas project is one of the most polluting fossil fuel projects currently proposed in Australia “Its annual greenhouse gas emissions that drive climate change will be equal to that of six coal stations “The project will substantially raise greenhouse gas emissions globally and devastate precious animal habitat locally.” Sign up to receive the latest Energy News emailed directly to your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe JERA Co., Inc. (JERA) a global energy company and Japan’s largest electricity producer has finalised a significant acquisition and partnership with Woodside Energy (Australia) Pty Ltd This strategic move involves acquiring a 15.1 per cent participating interest in the Scarborough gas field development project located 375 kilometres off the coast of Karratha the acquisition is valued at approximately US$1.4 billion This amount includes the purchase price and reimbursement to Woodside for JERA’s share of expenditures incurred up to the completion of the transaction The deal was subject to standard Australian investment conditions and approvals The Scarborough Joint Venture encompasses the Scarborough gas field and associated offshore and subsea infrastructure Natural gas from Scarborough will be transported by Woodside via a 430-kilometre subsea pipeline to the Pluto production facilities operated by Woodside JERA will secure an equity share of approximately 1.2 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes from an expected total production of about 8 Mtpa at the peak rate JERA and Woodside have signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) for the long-term supply of LNG to Japan Woodside will supply approximately 0.4 million tonnes (six cargoes) of LNG annually over 10 years The LNG will be sourced from Woodside’s global portfolio The financing arrangements for the acquisition include a loan guarantee from the Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) JERA’s Senior Managing Executive Officer and Chief Low Carbon Fuel Officer indicated that JERA is exploring further collaboration with Woodside in areas such as lower carbon fuels and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) “JERA and Woodside are committed to responsibly navigating the energy transition,” said Tsugaru “LNG is set to be an essential ‘firming fuel’ globally for many years particularly in developing regions.” JERA’s interest in Scarborough will be managed by JERA Scarborough Pty Ltd through its wholly-owned subsidiary JERA Australia Pty Ltd JERA Australia CEO and Managing Director Gaku Takagi expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with Woodside on this project highlighting Australia’s strategic importance to JERA and Japan’s energy security “Around 35 million tonnes of LNG handled by JERA annually come from Australia,” Takagi noted emphasising Australia’s critical role in JERA’s operations JERA Australia oversees key investments in Australian LNG projects You must be logged in to post a comment