Events on 10th Oct 2026

Come along to four consecutive Saturdays (Saturday 3, 10, 17 and 24 October 2026, 1pm to 3pm) and learn from best-selling author and writing teacher, Sasha Wasley.

These four Saturday workshops are focused on beginning to emerging writers and covers the following topics:

• Research for writing: Learn the golden rules of research for fiction writing, whether contemporary or historical. Discover where to find information outside your area of expertise and find out everything you need to know about approaching subject matter experts for help.
• Character masterclass: Master the character's journey. In this workshop, you'll explore character arc, motivation and resolution. Develop new skills to write memorable, fully formed characters that step straight off the page and into the reader's soul.
• Structuring your Novel: Investigate the shape of plot and master your story's structure. You will explore the processes of outlining and structural editing to refine your story and give your work the greatest impact.
• Weaving a story: Let's focus on building your story creatively through elements of setting, voice and imagery. In this workshop, you'll try some new and intriguing techniques for weaving imagination and style into your writing.

Sasha Wasley is a Western Australian author of contemporary, children’s, historical and young adult fiction. She holds a PhD in feminist literature and loves nature, Jane Austen and puns. Sasha Wasley is a Western Australian author of contemporary, children’s, historical and young adult fiction. With a PhD in literature and over 20 novels to her name, she provides an engaging, safe space to help writers refine their work. Sasha is a word nerd who loves nature, folklore and puns.

• Suitable for ages: 16 + Adults only
• Dates & Times: Saturday 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th October 2026, 1pm to 3pm
• Venue: Conference Room, opposite the entrance to the Wanneroo Library, upstairs in the Wanneroo Library & Cultural Centre, 3 Rocca Way, Wanneroo.
• Parking: Ample parking in the surrounding streets and in the Wanneroo Shopping Centre carpark.
• Cost: $100 for all four sessions

A confirmation email will be sent out to you. It would be appreciated if you check your email regularly for any changes to this event.

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No refunds applicable.

Learn about emergency preparedness at our FREE community event on Saturday 10 October 2026.

The City’s Emergency Management Team will be on hand to help locals understand the risks posed by storms, bushfires and other hazards.

Attendees can chat to firefighters and emergency services volunteers, watch live demonstrations, and access practical information on creating an emergency plan.

This family‑friendly event will feature a petting zoo, children’s activities and a fundraising sausage sizzle supporting local emergency volunteers.

FREE for City of Wanneroo residents.

Proof of residence required.

Following community feedback requesting more recycling opportunities in northern suburbs, the City will host a Resource Recovery Event in Eglinton for the first time.

This initiative is free for City of Wanneroo residents. Proof of residence is required.

Items that are accepted:

• E‑waste (TVs, computers, small appliances and more)
• Cardboard
• Polystyrene
• Tyres (max. four per household)

What items won’t be accepted?

• CRTs, broken or cracked screens
• Whitegoods (e.g. fridges, washing machines)
• Meat trays, cups, beads, or other expanded plastics
• Contaminated or hazardous materials (e.g. car batteries, smoke alarms)
• Furniture (e.g. mattresses, lounges)
• More than 4 tyres per household

For these items, visit Tamala Park or the Balcatta Recycling Centre (fees may apply).

For more information visit www.wanneroo.wa.gov.au/resourcerecovery