| March 2011 |
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McKenny talks Greyhounds Not just a pretty face, in his recent interview on the Kerri-Anne show, Todd McKenny talks about his coming role in the stage production of The Boy from OZ but he brings out his greyhounds and raves about how wonderful they are. See the full interview HERE. |
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Law Update You may have recently heard that a NSW Minister has given in principle support to a change to their Muzzle Laws for pet greyhounds. This doesn't mean that the law has changed, they still have to go through the same process that we have been pushing on with in WA but they already have some publicly announced support for the idea so it should be an easier path for them. We took the opportunity to inform the WA Minister for Local Government and ask what progress was being made with the review of the Dog Act in WA. The following response was received in March -
So things in WA are still moving forward and we will still keep you posted on any further news we hear! |
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| Photo
Submissions for GAP 2012 Calendar We are now accepting photo submissions for the 2011 calendar. GAP WA will be coordinating the production of the National GAP Calendar for 2012 and we're ready for you guys to start sending in your gorgeous photos. Submissions from all states will need to be received by Friday 24 June 2011. Please refer to the following guidelines for submitting your photos. Image Quality Digital photos are preferred however printed photos will still be accepted if they are of a good enough quality to be scanned and enlarged. Images submitted need to be the highest quality so they can be enlarged to the larger sizes printed in the calendar. To improve quality, look at your digital camera settings and make the size setting = largest and the quality setting = finest this will be the biggest possible file size at the best quality. Naming Your photos must be individually labeled with your name and your dog's name. Digital photos It is important to have a clear reference of the Dog/s name and the Adopter/s name. When saving files to disk rename the file in the following format: DogName_OwnerName_.jpeg Make sure each photo on the disk is named along with the disk itself. Printed Photos Please write Dog/s name and Adopter/s name clearly on the back of each photo. If more than one greyhound is in the submitted photos, clearly state the name of each greyhound and their colour. Please post your photos to: GAP Calendar Photos PO Box 6 Cannington WA 6987 Or email them to GAP. Remember to follow the naming guidelines so that we can ensure your dog is correctly identified if your pictures are selected. Please note, any photos submitted for use in the calendar may be used by GAPs around Australia for promotional purposes and therefore your permission for publication is assumed by the act of submitting your photos. If you do not wish to have your photos used for further promotional purposes please notify GAP staff at the time of submission. |
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| Recent Events MURDOCH VET STUDENT ASSOCIATION DOG WASH DAY Each year the Murdoch Veterinary Students Association runs an annual dog wash sponsored by Virbac and Hills to raise funds for 1 or 2 charities, to further their stance in the community as an association, and for the Vet school profile. It was held on Sunday 13 March and what a great day it was - so nice not to be too hot but perfect weather for a bath! The First to Third year Vet Students put in such a great effort with the bathing while the 4th and 5th year students completed the vet checks under the watchful eyes of the experienced Vets. The sausage sizzle was a welcome diversion for our stomachs and the raffles offered great prizes. This year Greyhounds As Pets was invited to attend with a stall, not because they think we have smelly dogs, but because they have chosen us as their given charity. Wow!! Thanks a whole heap to the Murdoch Vet Student Association for their generosity and for the tons of GAP crew who participated and volunteered on the day too. Well done everyone! |
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| Coming Events CAPEL FEST Sunday 27 March - the drive to this festival is worth it for the bakery alone! Capel is a gorgeous spot and the festival is a great day, so if you're in the area or fancy a drive and wish to volunteer for this display please contact either Susan Wells on 0439919165 and or Jody Golby on 0439971575 for more details. PEEL FESTIVAL Saturday 16 April - 10-2pm Mandurah Eastern Foreshore As part of the promotion for the Peel Racing, Pacing and Chasing Carnival there will be a Greyhounds As Pets display and Canoe racing on the Eastern foreshore. Contact GAP if you can make it. BALINGUP SMALL FIELD DAYS Saturday 16 April - nothing like Balingup in Autumn so if you're in the area or feel like a wonderful country outing please feel free to join Jody Golby and Susan Wells here to help promote GAP at this great fun event. Please contact either Susan Wells on 0439919165 and or Jody Golby on 0439971575 for more details. HILLS HEARTBEAT FESTIVAL Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 April - hosted at Armadale Christian College in Bedfordale this Festival features the best of the Hills areas on offer in a wonderful fete atmosphere and so the GAP display fits right in! It was a great event last year and we're back for more. Contact GAP if you can make it. With Autumn offering some cooler weather, a lot more festivals and expos are being held in various locations. If you hear of anything and would like to host a GAP display, please feel to contact GAP and we can help you out with display material. GAP FOSTER CARER TRAINING NIGHT Wednesday 30th March - at Greyhounds WA. If you foster for GAP and don't yet know details of this evening please contact us at GAP. |
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| Playgroup Once again it is important to recognize the dedication of the devoted volunteers who coordinate the playgroups and the Walking Group. Well done guys! BUNBURY PLAYGROUP Next playgroup date, Sunday 10 April 3 to 5pm, Bunbury Speedway. Please contact either Susan Wells on 0439919165 and or Jody Golby on 0439971575 for more details. PERTH PLAYGROUPS Perth playgroups are back to the usual routine as outlined on the website and details can be found HERE. GREYHOUND WALKING GROUP March Sunday 20 March 4pm - Peasholm St Dog Beach City Beach Enter off West Coast highway to car park near Peasholm St (Does not go onto West Coast Highway) Contact Elizabeth Lourenzs 0427 012 172 April Sunday 17 April 10am - Perry Lakes Car park on Perry lakes Drive First road as you off Oceanic Drive City Brach (near skate park) |
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