Cr Phillip Vinciullo - City of Joondalup

22/06/2026

A great evening at the Joondalup Business Association Sundowner at the Joondalup Contemporary Art Gallery, proudly supported by the City of Joondalup.

It was a fantastic evening of conversation, community connection, and local business networking, all set within the inspiring surroundings of the TRIBUTE exhibition. The exhibition offers a thoughtful reflection on everyday life, shared spaces, and the moments that shape our community.

One of my personal highlights was a delicate watercolour work on translucent fabric by artist Tom Freeman. Inspired by the 1986 film Stand By Me, the piece explores themes of nostalgia, family and friendship, and coming of age, extending these ideas into the artist’s own memories and lived experience. Presented in a film storyboard format, the work focuses on the film’s iconic bridge scene, reimagining it through a local lens by replacing it with train bridges from Fremantle and Bridgetown, places of personal significance to the artist. It was a powerful reminder of how art can connect story, place, and memory in deeply personal ways.

Events like this continue to highlight the strength of our local business community and the value of bringing people together in creative and accessible spaces across Joondalup.

Thank you to the Joondalup Business Association for hosting and continuing to create opportunities for meaningful engagement between business, community, and local government. 🎨🤝🌇

21/06/2026

🎤 North Shore Comedy Night - A SOLD OUT Success! 😂
What a fantastic night at the North Shore Community Hub for their Stand-Up Comedy Night, a full house, plenty of laughs, and great fun. Such a great community vibe!

Heaps of talent on show headlined by the hilarious Matt Dyktynski. I’m already looking forward to the next stand-up night, be sure to get in early to avoid disappointment.

Congratulations to everyone who made the evening such a success, from the organisers (Cassie & Katie) to the comedians and, of course, the community who came out and filled every seat. 👏

17/06/2026

👔 Local Business Shout-Out
Meet Juliana from Hillarys Dry Cleaners

I’ve been going here for years, whether it’s suits, shirts or even decorative pillows. There’s just something about picking something up freshly cleaned and properly cared for.

Nothing beats fresh.

Juliana and Chris are Hillarys locals who have been running Hillarys Dry Cleaners for several years, while the business itself has been part of the community since 2003.

They provide quality dry cleaning, laundry and garment repairs with genuine care and attention to detail.

They can help with:
👔 Suits and shirts
👗 Personal garments
💍 Wedding garments
🛏️ Doonas and bedding
🏡 Commercial and Airbnb laundry
🧵 Repairs and garment care

Local businesses like this play an important role in our community. They provide services people rely on, support local centres, and help keep our suburbs active and connected.

Hillarys Dry Cleaners are located at:
📍 Shop 1, 110 Flinders Avenue, Hillarys
☎️ 0407 973 045

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday: Closed

Supporting local businesses like this keeps jobs, service and experience right here in our community.

So if you’ve got a suit, dress, doona, shirt, jacket or something sitting at home that needs proper care, this is your reminder to get it sorted.

Thanks Juliana and Chris 👏

What’s the one item at home you keep meaning to get cleaned or repaired?

15/06/2026

🎓 Great to recently attend the CEDA "Unlocking Higher Education Pathways WA" forum, proudly sponsored by the City of Joondalup.

The discussion brought together government, university, TAFE and industry leaders to explore how Australia's tertiary education system can better respond to future workforce needs, emerging technologies and the rapid rise of AI and automation.

A key theme throughout the event was the importance of ensuring our education pathways remain flexible, relevant and connected to industry so students are equipped with the skills needed for the jobs of tomorrow.

As a City, Joondalup is uniquely positioned as one of Western Australia's leading education and innovation hubs, home to world-class institutions including Edith Cowan University, North Metropolitan TAFE and a growing knowledge economy. Supporting conversations like these is essential as we continue to strengthen opportunities for students, businesses and our broader community.

Thank you to CEDA for bringing together such an outstanding panel of speakers and thought leaders, and for highlighting the critical role education will play in shaping Western Australia's future prosperity.

10/06/2026

🏆 It was a privilege to attend the Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club Annual Dinner and Awards of Excellence and present awards recognising the outstanding achievements of members throughout the season.

These awards celebrate more than individual success, they recognise countless hours of patrols, training, mentoring, fundraising and community service.

The dedication shown by club members helps keep our beaches safe while strengthening the spirit of our coastal community.

A highlight of the evening was celebrating the club’s Life Members, individuals whose extraordinary service has helped shape Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club over many years.

Congratulations to the club’s newest Life Members, Ian Smallwood and Keiron Burke, on this well-deserved recognition. Life Membership is one of the highest honours a club can bestow and reflects an exceptional commitment to both the organisation and the wider community.

Congratulations also to David Tasker, named Club Person of the Year 2026. This award recognises the outstanding dedication and service David has made to the club and its members.

A special congratulations to President Rob Doherty and the Board and leadership team for another successful year.

As a coastal city, we are fortunate to have so many dedicated volunteers who step forward to contributes their time, skills and passion to keeping our beaches safe and our community strong.

Here’s to another successful season ahead and continued success for Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club. 🌊

31/05/2026

🎻 Joondalup Symphony Orchestra delivers an epic close to the 2026 Beach to Bush Festival! 🌊🌿

What a fantastic evening celebrating music, community, and creativity as the Joondalup Symphony Orchestra proudly delivered the grand finale of the 2026 Beach to Bush Arts Festival at the Peter Moyes Allan Shaw Auditorium.

The concert provided a fitting conclusion to another outstanding festival, which has brought arts, culture, and entertainment to communities across the City of Wanneroo through a diverse program of performances and community events.

A special congratulations to Timothy Luxton Lawrence on his conducting debut with the Joondalup Symphony Orchestra. Timothy did a sensational job leading the orchestra, demonstrating confidence and passion on the podium. It was wonderful to see his hard work and dedication culminate in such a memorable performance. 👏🎶

11/05/2026

🌟 Seniors Lifestyle Expo 2026 – FREE Community Event This Wednesday 🌟

Our seniors are an incredibly important part of our community here in the City of Joondalup, and this week we’re celebrating that contribution with a fantastic free event designed to connect, inform and inspire.

I warmly invite local seniors, families and carers to attend the
Seniors Lifestyle Expo 2026

📅 Wednesday 13 May 2026
🕙 10.00am – 1.00pm
📍 Percy Doyle Reserve Community Sporting Facility (46 Warwick Rd, Duncraig)

This free event is a great opportunity to explore local programs, meet service providers, and discover ways to stay active, healthy and socially connected.

You’ll be able to connect with organisations offering information on:
• Seniors activities and community groups
• Health and wellbeing programs
• Retirement and aged care services
• Transport options and support services
• Legal advice and seniors’ rights
• City of Joondalup programs and initiatives City of Joondalup

Whether you’re looking for support, new connections, or simply a welcoming place to spend a few hours, this expo is well worth attending.

🚐 Free return shuttle bus available
From Joondalup Library and Whitford Library (subject to availability)
📞 Bookings: 9400 4000
📧 [email protected]

No bookings required for entry, just come along on the day.

04/05/2026

🎶 There’s something pretty special about seeing people reconnect with music at any stage of life.

Whether it’s a young musician building confidence, someone dusting off their instrument after years away, or even picking up a second (or third!) instrument just for the joy of it, that’s exactly what JSO Intermezzo is all about.

As part of the Joondalup Symphony Orchestra, Intermezzo creates a genuinely welcoming space where people can grow, connect and enjoy making music together, without pressure, just progress.

If you (or someone you know) are around Grades 1–4 level and looking for a supportive orchestral environment, this is a fantastic entry point back into music or deeper into it.

📣 Expressions of interest are now open:
🔗 Hit the link below to learn more.

A great reminder that it’s never too early — or too late — to be part of something creative in our community 🎶

🎶 Join JSO Intermezzo Orchestra 🎶
Our Intermezzo orchestra is welcoming expressions of interest from musicians playing approximately Grades 1-4 (AMEB, Suzuki or equivalent).

Intermezzo brings together a vibrant mix of:
🎻 Young musicians developing their ensemble skills
🎼 Adults returning to music after time away
🎶 Musicians enjoying the opportunity to play a second (or third!) instrument

Many of our players are reconnecting with music after a break, continuing their development, or expanding their musical horizons, all within a supportive and encouraging orchestral setting.

Intermezzo offers a welcoming ensemble experience where musicians build confidence, strengthen their skills, and share the joy of making music together.

If you’re ready to play in an orchestra that values growth, connection and community, we’d love to hear from you.

📣 Expressions of interest are now open.
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4evaajce

Take the next step in your musical journey with us!

16/04/2026

Great to be out with Adrian Hill, North Ward Councillor, and Rebecca Pizzey Central Ward supporting local theatre, something I’ve always believed deserves consistent backing, not just the occasional spotlight.

Arts and culture aren’t an add-on in the City of Joondalup, they’re central to our identity as a city. It’s an area I’ve continued to advocate for, not only by showing up, but by pushing for stronger support, real investment, and a clear long-term vision.

The Joondalup Encore Theatre Society is a great example of what our local arts community delivers, high-quality productions, opportunities for local talent, and a genuine contribution to the vibrancy of our city.

If we want a thriving CBD, arts and culture need to be supported consistently and with clear intent.

01/04/2026

Great to be down at Pinnaroo Point Playground with Caitlin Collins MLA checking out the newly installed shade sails ☀️🌿

I’ve been advocating for this for a long time, and it’s fantastic to see this project now delivered for our community.

A big thank you to Caitlin for driving her election commitment forward, and to the City of Joondalup - Infrastructures Planning and Design team for bringing the project to life.

These shade sails will make a real difference, especially for families and kids enjoying the playground all year round and it’s a great example of what can be achieved when we work together to deliver practical improvements for our community.

If you’re in the area, come down and check it out!