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27/07/2026

AusAlert about to sound: The Australian Government will test its new national emergency warning system by sounding a siren-alert on every mobile phone that's on today at noon AWST. Going for 10 seconds, it'll also vibrate everyone's phones and send them a written test-warning.

If your phone is on, expect a warning saying CRITICAL AUSALERT even if you have no SIM card. If you've got an older phone or non-typical phone OS, the cell-broadcast technology alert will say something like Presidential Alert or Extreme Threat.

If you've experienced family and domestic violence or coercive control and you've got a safe phone you want stay hidden, make sure to turn it off ahead of the 10-second siren and phone-vibration alert that will sound out at noon AWST.

It doesn't matter if your phone is on silent or do-not-disturb mode. It will alarm and vibrate anyway with the written alert which is not actually a text message.

So turn off your safe-phone from 11am AWST if it sounding affects your safety. Apparently some people's phone will alert at a different time, so if you're really concerned, maybe keep it off for up to 24 hours.

How it works and why..

People in Western Australia already get alerts from the Western Australia Police Force in local areas for things like missing persons.

AusAlert works in a similar way, sending alerts in a particular local area. Once it's fully implemented, if you're not in the alert zone when an alert sounds, you will get it as soon as you enter the area with your handset.

Apparently the idea for the system was a legacy of the 2020 Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster Arrangements. It's designed to eventually replace the SMS-based systems we already have in our community.

The aus-alerts may be used for natural disasters like bushfires, floods and cyclones, public safety and security threats like terrorist acts, health emergencies such as pandemics, and outbreaks or biosecurity threats.

The WA Government has expressed concerns the alerts won't reach landlines, with the federal government clarifying only phones connected to cell phone towers will get the alert, not sat-phones.

The alert sounds will of course be multi-lingual but the messages themselves will be in English.

27/07/2026

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24/07/2026

Here to help you live life your way. Whether you are looking for Supported Independent Living (SIL), short-term Respite, or Community Access, our dedicated team is here to provide personalised support every step of the way.

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22/07/2026

The Geraldton Disability Expo returned last Thursday to offer connection, understanding and opportunity for local disabled people, and their families and carers.

READ MORE: https://www.geraldtonguardian.com.au/news/geraldton-guardian/geraldton-disability-expo-bigger-than-ever-in-third-year-of-support-service-connection-c-22585739

22/07/2026

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We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live with confidence, independence, and purpose.

Whether it's developing everyday life skills, accessing the community, enjoying respite care, or receiving Supported Independent Living (SIL) services, our dedicated team is here to provide personalised support tailored to your goals.

Together, we will help you build independence, create meaningful connections, and enjoy every moment.

📞 Get in touch with our friendly team today to learn how we can support you or your loved one.

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17/07/2026

💙✨ What a fantastic day at the Geraldton Disability Expo 2026!

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand, had a chat, picked up some information, and learned more about the supports and services we provide. Your conversations, questions, and encouragement mean so much to our team.

Together, we are building stronger connections, empowering independence, and making a positive difference across Geraldton and the Midwest. 💙

14/07/2026

Only two days to go until the Geraldton Disability Expo 💙

Stall holders are gearing up for a big morning of connection and information.

If you’ve been meaning to learn more about local disability support, this is a great chance to drop in and have those conversations.

📍 QEII Seniors and Community Centre
⏰ Thursday 16 July, 9am to 11am
🍰 Free entry and morning tea

Everyone is welcome.

You can find more information here 👉 https://bit.ly/4fd2czM

Facebook event link👉 https://bit.ly/3Ti7O4q