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The development of a world-class hotel and activity precinct on Albany's iconic Middleton Beach has moved into the highly anticipated phase of seeking expressions of interest from prospective State, national and international hotel developers.

The Albany History Collection will relocate to Vancouver Arts Centre next week. Formerly housed in Albany Public Library, the history collection has temporarily occupied the renovated Albany Co-operative Society building on the corner of Frederick and Spencer streets since March 2017 while the new Visitor Centre was constructed.

The community will come together in the Town Square this Saturday, June 23, to say thanks to the volunteer firefighters and everyone else who responded to the recent Albany fires. Council is hosting an event in the Town Square from 3pm to 6pm to show its gratitude for the outstanding efforts of its 16 bush fire brigades, and thank the businesses and individuals who provided invaluable support during the crisis.

A century is a top innings in anyone’s book and on Sunday a special lady raised her bat to celebrate that special milestone and 34 years of volunteering for the City of Albany.

The City of Albany’s inaugural Community Waste and Sustainability Grants scheme is now open for applications. Eligible applicants can apply for up to $1000 to go towards projects tackling community waste issues.

Spencer Park will receive a splash of greenery when a pop-up garden appears on the vacant block opposite the Shopping Centre on Hardie Road. The City of Albany is collaborating with the Department of Communities to invite Spencer Park community members to help bring the garden to life on Sunday, June 10.

The City of Albany has thanked its dedicated volunteers, visiting brigades, staff and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services who responded to the bush fire crisis late last week. Mayor Dennis Wellington also acknowledged and thanked the community for its support and assistance throughout the emergency.

As bulk waste collections commence this week, the City of Albany reminds residents that bulk hard waste will now be collected every two years, while bulk green waste collections will still take place annually. Residents are encouraged to consider whether their discarded items are suitable for others to reuse or repurpose before placing them on the verge.

Hundreds of dynamic and passionate volunteers make Albany a more connected and vibrant city. This week is National Volunteer Week, a time to recognise the profound contribution Albany volunteers make to create a better community.

Albany students are developing their bike and road safety skills thanks to a partnership between the City of Albany and RAC. With the support of RAC, the City has offered local schools a share of up to 20 days of bike skills training with accredited cycle coaches.