Mannum Mag Issue 74 November 2012

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November 2012

Mannum, South Australia 5238

Christmas Tree Festival 2012 t’s that time of the year already with the annual Christmas Tree Festival to be held on Friday 30th November from 9:00am – 3pm in the Mannum Leisure Centre.

Due to the efforts of some dedicated people arranging this annual event it has been going for the last 33 years. The money raised at the Festival stays in the local community, divided equally between two groups, the School Chaplaincy programme and Aminya.

Every year a variety of interesting styles of decorated Christmas trees created by local groups are on display. The public can vote which tree is the best by placing coins in a container by their chosen tree. Adult admission on the day is by gold coin or donation, with children free.

As this is a community event, the committee encourages all local groups to participate in conducting a stall and exhibiting a decorated Christmas tree. The cost of entry is only $10.

Stall goods for sale range from articles for children to adults. Some people come and do some Christmas shopping.

There will be some entertainment as well. Anyone in the community who is willing and able to present an item is most welcome to do so.

Morning tea and coffee will be available and a light lunch at a reasonable cost.

Mark the date Friday 30th November in your diary. Come along and get that Christmas feeling by attending and supporting this community event. I’ll see you there.

For booking a stall or further information, please contact Dulcie Pfeiffer on 8569 1367.

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Christmas Pageant, Street Party and Fireworks Display Keep this Date Free: Saturday 1st December 2012 annum Progress Association members are busy preparing for their annual Christmas Pageant.

As usual, all our new Christmas decorations will be up in the Street and there will be a large number of floats, together with bands, clowns, old cars, etc. Leading the Pageant will be the Southern Districts Pipe Band who will also entertain the crowd in front of the Pretoria Hotel. Of course, good old Father Christmas will be welcomed to Mannum, heralded by the magnificent Unley Concert Band.

There will be plenty of food at Shearer Car Park – Lions BBQ, baked potatoes, yiros, hot chips, burgers, the popular Strawberries Galore who also have coffee, and more. There will be entertainment for all ages: free face painting and jumpy castle for the children, other activities not yet confirmed and Father Christmas with a bag of goodies for all children under 12 years, with special gifts for the real littlies. A Christmas elf on stilts will also entertain the children.

An exciting fireworks display is planned, again sponsored by the Mannum Caravan Park.

For all enquiries, contact Irene Lovell 8569 2541 or 0407 605 487.

We can always do with new and exciting floats. How about some of you boat owners joining in the Pageant. We are always short of boats; they don’t take long to decorate and your children would love to take part. Hope to see lots more this year. The Pageant commences at 6 pm from Horwood Bagshaw’s through to Arnold Park.

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Elva Stengert, Our Constant Gardener ildottie resident Elva Stengert has just turned 87 years young. For the last 20 years, she has been spending almost every day in Prosser Park in the main street of Nildottie. She has been planting, raking, weeding, watering and caring for this area for the enjoyment of locals and visitors to the town.

Recently a presentation was made to Elva at a ceremony in the park she has dedicated so much time to. The Mid-Murray Council, in conjunction with the Nildottie Progress and Soldiers Memorial Hall Association inc, unveiled a community seat with a plaque attached, engraved with the inscription ‘Elva’s Garden’. Elva was also presented with a framed ‘Certificate of Appreciation’ in recognition of the many hours she has spent beautifying her local park. Over 50 people attended the presentation in the park and

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Contents Ageing in the Murraylands Calendars & Dates

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then a luncheon in the local hall, including all of her 5 children and many of her 14 grandchildren.

Elva favours the geranium as it is easy to grow, but also tends many different varieties of colourful bulbs and flowers, shrubs and Australian natives as well.

She regularly attends the Nildottie Progress meetings, collects newspapers for recycling by the Mannum Lutheran parish and has recently installed solar panels for her home.

Rather than slowing down, she continues her community involvement, and is a valued member of this small community.

So, next time you are travelling through Nildottie, call in at Prosser Park in the main street.

Chances are, Elva will be there, looking after the plants, and she loves a chat!

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Letters to the Editor Deadline 23 November 2012 for publication in the December issue

If Millie Made the Meetings...

Dear Editor, Whilst she was volunteering at Aminya, a personal invitation was extended to “Milly” to attend the AGM, where she could have had all of her questions answered. She chose not to accept the invitation.

Had “Milly” attended the meeting, or indeed any other of the Aminya AGM meetings which are open for all to attend, then perhaps she would be able to write her column with more accuracy than is currently being shown. With the bare minimum of research, simply asking a few questions from the staff, may have prevented that common journalistic error of “not letting the truth get in the way of a good story” and prevented a great deal of unnecessary stress that the articles have caused our residents and their families, both in the nursing home and the independent living units.

Daniel’s Diary Dear Editor, Thank you for another interesting issue of Mannum Mag which I always enjoy reading. However I have a concern regarding the matter of the Diary of Daniel J Smith that we have been following now for quite a while. I have so enjoyed the glimpses of the private life of a gentleman of Adelaide in the late 19th century that these diary extracts have given us. Now I am wondering if these extracts will continue to be published.

Whilst I do appreciate the extracts from the new Diary that was published in Issue 73, I am wondering if this means that we will not hear anything more of dear Daniel?

Karen Pearson

[Daniel’s Diary will return. Editor.]

Rae Clifford, Aminya Resident’s Board Representative

Old Mannum School Dear Editor, Unfortunately the grand and visionary plans of Old Mannum School Steering Committee have not come to fruition with the recent lease to Mid Murray Support Services of the council owned old Mannum Primary School site.

Mid Murray Support Services provide important services to the district via the plethora of wonderful volunteers that keep it running, but the perception of a “Community Centre” that was indicated by Mid Murray Council will not become a reality and a regional service and training hub will be established in its place. With a firm focus on branding and sponsorship I believe this development has compromised the opportunity for it to become a showcase for local, social sustainability.

There is a global shift of thought about personal and social aspirations toward a more human experience rather than bureaucratic models of development. To join the ‘Mannum Community Centre’

community garden I will be expected to help establish it and pay to maintain and participate in it. I will then be answerable to a Community Garden Committee, who will report to a Community Centre Committee, who are answerable to The Mid Murray Support Services Board, who is accountable to the Mid Murray Council. I’m thinking just a tad over governed.

I am also saddened that Mid Murray Council does not believe the retention of the remainder of the former Primary School site is a worthy investment in Mannum’s social development. The loss ofopen space that comes with the incessant perceived need to ‘develop’ is one that small communities usually come to lament. Bigger is not Better.

I’m sure all parties will abide by their business plans, fiduciary requirements, and legal responsibilities regarding consultation, but I cannot help but wonder “What if ... ?”

Kitty Schiansky

Community and Business Forum

NGOPPON TOGETHER

National Broadband Network

Reconciliation Group Annual General Meeting Friday 16 th November 7pm – 9:30pm at Ninkowar premises (wharfside, between Murray Bridge Road and rail bridges)

Two inspiring Ngarrindjeri guest speakers: • Singer/songwriter Rita Lindsay ‘Revival of the Ngarrindjeri Languages’ • Steve Sumner ‘Raukkan, Then and Now’ Formal proceedings will be brief, including an annual report.

Supper provided.

ALL WELCOME! phone 0428 878 163

id Murray Council has liaised with the National Broadband Network Community Account Manager for SA/WA, Chris Gregory in holding the following Forums in Mannum.

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Community Forum Thursday 22nd November 2012 6:00pm to 7:00pm Barn Conference Centre Business Forum & Education Sector Thursday 22nd November 2012 7:30pm to 8:00pm

Mannum Community College To be held in conjunction with the Mannum Progress Association meeting.

Mr Gregory will provide an overview, proposed planning, construction and rollout of the fibre connection for Mannum by 2015, the benefits and opportunities for the Community and the next step in the process.

Russell Peate CEO, Mid Murray Council

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Mannum Dock Museum Board

Mannum Sporting and Community Clubs

Notice of Annual General Meeting

are invited to apply for a site to sell FOOD ONLY in accordance with the Food Safety Standards, Food Act 2001

at the Sounds By the River Concert Saturday 12th January 2013 on Mary Ann Reserve Conditions apply including public liability insurance

Email queries to ilovell@dodo.com.au or phone 0407 605 487 To be considered, applications must be received before closing date Friday 16th November 2012.

The viewpoints and opinions of the Authors and Artists that appear in Mannum Mag do not necessarily reflect the viewpoints of the Mannum Mag Editors, staff and/or affiliates. Mannum Mag assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of this publication.

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Sunday 18th November 2012 11:00 am at the Mannum Rowing Club Mary Ann Reserve, River Lane, Mannum SA 5238 Members of the public are invited to attend the meeting.

If you require any further information, please contact Jenny Callander, Museum Coordinator Mannum Dock Museum 8569 2733 or museum@psmarion.com Rob Bowring Chairman, Mannum Dock Museum Board To accommodate a wide range of comments, short letters have more chance of publication.

Longer letters addressing important matters will not necessarily be excluded. In general, aim for about 100 to 150 words, or less. Letters must include contact details for verification.

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Arts and Cultural Development Officer i, I’d like to introduce myself, my name is Tis Milner-Nichols. I have recently commenced in a new role of Arts and Cultural Development for the whole region, a partnership between Mid Murray Council and Country Arts SA. Based at the Mannum Council Office, I will often be out and about in the region and also plan ‘pop up meetings’ in cafes and public space where I hope over the next few months to meet with many of you in person. I plan to create an artist registry to send out information, opportunities and link people who need specific skills etc, so please contact me if you wish to get involved or know anyone who is an active community leader.

A current opportunity in the creative arts is the One River program which is a creative collaboration with artists and communities in ten locations throughout the Murray Darling Basin. Interested artists can download a copy of the Exp r essio ns o f Interest d o c u m e n t f r o m www.oneriver.com.au, or email info@oneriver.com.au.

My background is as a freelance sculptor, installation artist and educator, with a passion for Community Cultural Development (ccd). I believe art and cultural projects and events assist in telling stories of individuals and communities. In turn this engenders pride,

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connectedness and a sense of belonging. In this role I hope to build community strengths and skills for people to come together to create and celebrate this wonderful place. It is a work in progress – up to you the community.

Initially I am seeking input about what exists and future aspirations.

1. What aspects of art and culture you value and enjoy?

2. Do you currently participate in any creative pursuits? Please list 3. What is missing, gaps? What would you like to see?

4. What barriers stop you getting involved in arts and culture?

5. Civic Engagement. How are you involved in your community?

6. Any other comments?

Send your ideas to me at the Council office. Please include your name, town and contact details. If you prefer, you can have your say by completing an online survey at the address below.

Tell your friends and neighbours to have their say too.

Please spread the word as I would like opinions from as many people as possible. Keep an eye out at the Mary Ann Reserve on Friday afternoons in November (weather permitting) where I will be conducting some creative sessions and collecting your ideas and inspiration.

Tis Milner-Nichols

Arts and Cultural Development Officer Mid Murray Council 49 Adelaide Road Mannum SA 5238

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/midmurrayartsculture

One River Seeking Murray Darling Basin Artists reative Director of the Centenary of Canberra, Robyn Archer, returned from a recent overseas trip, during which she delivered the Arthur Boyd lecture at Australia House in London, to launch one of the Centenary program’s key national projects, One River.

The launch took place as part of the Regional Arts Australia national biennial conference on 20th October in Goolwa, at the mouth of the Murray River.

Crossing over five Australian states and territories, One River is a large scale arts project recognising Canberra’s location within the Murray-Darling Basin and its connection to the heart of the country. Through a range of activities, One River will bring together cultural, scientific and economic thinking about our waterways, reaching out from the national capital to connect with communities and towns along the river’s path.

A key component of the One River program is creative collaborations with artists and communities in ten locations throughout the Murray Darling Basin. Organisers are calling for expressions of interest from artists living in, working in or connected to communities located on the waterways within the basin. Through these arts-based collaborations, One River will encourage people to tell their story, to listen to others’ stories and ultimately, to create a new story about our

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DISTRICT CHURCH SERVICES For Mannum congregations ANGLICAN 6 Adelaide Road. Ph: 8569 2385 Mannum, Sundays 10:30 am BAPTIST William Street. Ph: 8569 6040 Mannum, Sundays 10:30 am CATHOLIC Mau Street. Ph: 8531 1699 Mannum, Mass: 1st Sunday 9:30 am, all others 8:30 am LUTHERAN 79 Cliff Street. Ph: 8569 2863 Mannum, Sundays 9:00 am, Sunday School 9:45 am during school terms. Everyone welcome.

RIVER WORD CHRISTIAN CENTRE Greening Street. Ph: 8569 1333 Mannum, Sundays 10:00 am SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 17 King George St. Ph: 9433 734 037 Mannum, Saturdays 9:30 am, Sabbath School 11:00 am UNITING Corner of Greening Street & Walker Avenue Enquiries: Phone one of the Elders.

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relationship with this most iconic of Australia’s waterways.

These collaborations will result in a local presentation in the first half of 2013 and a final outcome in Canberra in late August 2013.

One River is guided by the notion that the rivers of the Murray-Darling Basin are a part of our common wealth, and that no parts of this vast terrain – including the national capital – are as remote as we might imagine. Regional Australia faces a great many challenges, no more so than in the Murray-Darling Basin. By linking the national capital to communities throughout the basin through the river system, One River allows us to build on the experience of this body of work, to bring the issue of water to the fore and place it on a national stage.

One River is a Centenary of Canberra project, proudly supported by the ACT Government and the Australian Government, and managed by Lindy Allen as National Program Producer under the auspices of Regional Arts Victoria.

Interested artists can d o wn l o a d a copy of the Expressions of I n t e r e s t d o c u m e n t f r o m www.oneriver.com.au or email info@oneriver.com.au.

Applications close at 5pm Friday 23rd November 2012.

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One Voice Network uring Carers Week, just passed, organisations and individuals were recognised for their contribution to Carers in an award ceremony at the Festival Theatre.

The Honorable Ian Hunter, Minister for Communities and Social Inclusion presented awards and certificates in front of an audience of carers, parliamentarians (Hon Ivan Venning) and non government agencies.

One Voice Network, an association of rural mental health consumers and carers was honoured to receive a South Australian Carers Recognition Award on behalf of its members for their initiative to include carers as well as consumers in the running of activity centres across South Australia.

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Summer Swimming Cambrai Swimming Pool Mannum Community College Swimming Pool s outlined in the September edition of the Mannum Mag, the Mannum Community College Swimming Pool will be available for community use during the summer.

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Mannum Pool When the temperature is 25C or higher the pool will be available at the following times.

23 November 2012 to 31 March 2013 WEEKNIGHTS from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm WEEKENDS (Saturday and Sunday) from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm SCHOOL HOLIDAY TIMES 17 December 2012 - 25 January 2013 from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm DURING VAC SWIM 3 January - 11 Jan 2013 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Admission fees Per Day/session $2.50 Season Ticket Single $27.00 Season Ticket Family $55.00

Cambrai Pool The Cambrai Pool will be opened to the public from 16th November 2012 during the following hours, with extended times when the temperature is 30C or more.

Centres from Mt Gambier in the south to Pt Augusta in the north, including the Riverland, operated with management committees of consumers and carers making the day to day decisions, which is not possible in the public health system. This initiative gives back control of their lives to many consumers, who through an illness over which they have no control, lose many of their human rights.

Congratulations One Voice Network on receiving the award.

Over 25 and below 30 Week Days 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm Weekends 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm School Holiday Times Week Days 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm Weekends 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 30 or over Week Days 3:30 pm - 8:00 pm Weekends 2:00 pm - 8:30 pm School Holiday Times Week Days 2:30 pm - 8:00 pm Weekends 2:00 pm - 8:30 pm Admission Fees Per Session $3.50 Season Student $35.00 Season Adult $50.00 Season Family $95.00 Season Social $8.00 Russell Peate, CEO Mid Murray Council

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Mid Murray Support Services Keeping you up to date with happenings at Mid Murray Community Support Services and CHIPS

It Happens Every Year! he AGMs of CHIPS Inc and Mid Murray Community Support Service Inc, now-a-days trading as Mid Murray Support Services, were held on Thursday 25th October. Your Board of Management for 2012-13, for both organisations, was elected as follows: Mike McDowell (Chairman), Julie Metcalf (Secretary), Fiona Mann (Treasurer), Marion Foster, Rhonda Brophy, Brian Lowrey, Rob Brophy and Geoff Stephens.

The audited financial reports were presented and accepted as were reports from the Chairman and Coordinator. It was resolved at the AGM to pursue the merging of CHIPS Inc and Mid Murray Community Support Service Inc into one organisation before the end of this financial year.

Mannum Community Centre A committee to set up and manage the new Mannum Community Centre on behalf of Mid Murray Support Services and your Mannum community was elected on the 25th October 2012.

Accepting the exciting responsibility and challenge to serve on the inaugural Mannum Community Centre are: Joy Marks, Terry Udy, Rob Brophy, Marion Foster and Mike McDowell.

Committees for the Mannum Committee Garden and also the Mannum Community Men’s Shed will be established over the next few weeks.

If you have driven past the old Mannum School on Walker Avenue lately you may have noticed work under way on the

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new Mannum Community Centre. Plumbing has been connected, electrical work has started, old concrete transportable building foundations are gone and preparation is underway to build a disabled access toilet block.

As they say in the classics, “Watch this space!”

Money for the Men’s Shed We have applied for a substantial grant to cover the cost of purchasing, building and setting up the Mannum Community Men’s Shed. If we are successful the grant will be sufficient to purchase and erect a 12 metre x 15 metre x 4 metre high Colourbond shed with windows and doors; lay a concrete floor and connect electricity. We will know the outcome of our efforts early in the New Year.

We’re Ready to go After many months of waiting for “the paperwork” we have finally received the green light to extend our Home and Community Care (HACC) services into the northern sector of the Mid Murray Council area.

We are setting up an office in Morgan and have enlisted some local volunteers to provide domestic assistance, home maintenance, window cleaning, gardening, social support and carer respite services to the aged and disadvantaged people who live in and around the Morgan, Cadell, Blanchetown and Truro communities.

“Working together we are really making a difference in our community” Tim Clemow, Coordinator Mid Murray Support Services

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Full colour, back issues of Mannum Mag are available in Adobe© pdf February 2013, Issue 76 Deadline format to view or download on our website.

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n the 16 October, the Mannum Old School Steering Committee officially ceased to exist. This coincides with the granting of a 10 year peppercorn lease (with 10 year option) of the Old Mannum School building and parcel of land owned by Mid Murray Council to Mid Murray Support Services.

Our efforts have not gone unappreciated or unnoticed in the community and I would like to thank the many people who have supported this group over the last year. I would particularly like to mention Eileen Dunn, Joy Marks, Lisa Storm, Ros and Terry Udy, Paul Rand, Tony Farrell and Valorie and Michele Bottroff and thank them for all their considerable efforts in trying to create a true Community Centre for the wellbeing of the people of Mannum.

With this development, the focus of our group has shifted to one of retaining the remaining land of the former Mannum Primary School site. If 1,000 people donated an average of $350 we will be able to make an

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offer to purchase this property for the Community of Mannum as a Town Common for the people of Mannum, something that we believe is sorely needed.

Our final action therefore has been to establish a bank account to raise the money needed to purchase the land.

Donations can be made at Bank SA in Mannum or transferred by internet. Details will also be available on the Mannum School Reunion facebook site.

Branch Number: 105-085 Account Name: “Mannum Primary School Land Fund” Account Number: 030042440

Your phone number will be requested with your donation so that if the land should become unavailable your donation can be returned.

We thank you in advance for your support with this significant Community project. If you require more information contact Eileen Dunn 0417 817 412 or Joy Marks 0428 897 847.

Kitty Schiansky Immediate Past Secretary, Old Mannum School Steering Committee

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Trust in the Unseen. This may seem a funny contradiction!

When someone suggests to have faith in God, we often think, “Do I place all my concerns, my plans for the future, all my hope, in unseen hands?”

Let us pause a while and consider the many times in our daily lives we do exactly that.

We hop in our car completely trusting that, at the moment they are needed, the brakes will operate. Yet we cannot see them and most of us wouldn’t even know how they work.

Every day we put our faith in situations and places as we trustfully go our way. We drive onto a ferry, completely trusting it will not only support the weight of our car and several

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lot of trust. It gets abused, as we know, but the wonder of it is that mostly it works. Our system runs on trust. Which makes flouting the rules a very serious decision and corruption a real and present danger. Money is only a promise and laws aren’t worth the paper they’re written on, nor are contracts or even title deeds, unless we respect them. Try spending American confederate dollars or claiming on a warranty from a defunct company. Mostly we keep our trust even with regulations we don’t agree with because otherwise we would be back to ‘might makes right’ and “God h e l p s t h o s e wh o h e l p themselves” and the Mighty help themselves to Everybody Else’s.

There are countries that still work like that. Our democracy means you get your say, not your way, which can be frustrating.

The economy is a flawed system and not totally fair. But it’s a lot better than anything else we’ve come up with so far. Trust me.

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he news is full of death, destruction and dirty dealings. There are warnings everywhere – eat this, don’t eat that, beware of scammers, don’t forget your health checks. I’m tired of listening to music over the phone when I want to speak to a person. My computer has been making decisions on its own again and I will have to get help to put things back to ‘normal’. It’s no wonder our world seems to be getting worse.

Except that it isn’t.

I just paid for something by my credit card – over the telephone. Some company trusted me to pay, trusted the banking system to work and I trusted the person at the other end of the line. Nothing real changed hands but my purchase will show up at my door because the delivery man trusts he will get his pay cheque for delivering it and I trusted it would happen.

The company sending it trusted me, the bank and the delivery company and their employees, to do what they promised. That’s a

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others but take us safely across the biggest river in our country.

Yet we know nothing (or very little) of the ferry’s unseen mechanism.

These and many other expressions of faith are usually the result of, firstly, cautious testing, then eventually proceeding in trust. Faith in God is similar but deeper: if we put our trust in Him with all our heart and persevere in that trust, we will be building an unshakeable faith and finding ever more peace and calm in our hearts, as God keeps His promise to us through His son, Jesus.

“Come unto Me you who are heavily burdened and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11.28) Frank Curtis

Prayer Meetings for Mannum Wednesday 7th November, 1:30pm-2:30pm, Baptist Church, William Street Wednesday 21st November, 7:00pm, Baptist Church, William Street Wednesday 5th December, 1:30pm-2:30pm, Baptist Church, William Street

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Jungle Fever in the Hills

Murray Plains Cycle Trek small group of people from the Fr ien d s o f T P Bellchambers and Murray Plains Reserves have managed, with limited funds, to map out and put in place a linear Trek guide for cyclists to used on mostly quiet unsealed public roads between Mannum and Sedan via Sanderston and Cambrai.

It took many hours to establish this trek; travelling the route, fabricating small guide markers, placed with permission along the route, and publishing a brochure to assist visitors riding their mountain bikes along part or the whole of this 54 kilometre Trek.

Starting at the Mannum Information Centre and finishing at the Travellers Rest in Sedan, the trek passes through many scenic areas that most never see and some take for granted.

Although most local residents do not have an interest in bicycle riding it may be a surprise to learn that many thousands around this state do.

To date, interest has been good from Bike SA. A Mountain Bike Club plans to ride the Trek early next year, plus add another 90 kilometres to the ride around scenic parts of the Mid Murray including the Marne Valley. It may also be possible that a planned three-day ride may be moved from the Flinders Ranges to the Mid Murray / Riverland region next year, too. The Trek has popped up on the My Trails website and has been amongst the most popular Australian and overseas trails to be viewed, it

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has been given a 9 out of 10 rating so far on that site.

Thanks must go to Warrick Barnes and Aimee Linke from the Mid Murray Local Action Planning Group for their time, assistance in accessing grant funds to implement this attraction and for supporting the vision of this project. Thanks also to Terry Murphy and “Doggo” the Road Watch Dog for many hours helping with planning and doing stuff out in the field, including riding in the middle of winter to test it. Many thanks to the Sedan Progress Association for providing support with materials and encouragement without being approached to do so. Thanks also to the Sedan Hotel for grabbing the idea and offering their unexpected hospitality for current and future cyclists, again without being asked to do so.

As with all projects, things do not always run to plan and hurdles had to be jumped, but now the Trek is ready to ride in part or full with some surprises to be viewed by those that have a go. If you do make it to Sedan, a tour of the historical sights, with the help of the Sedan Historical Guide, is a must and best done by bicycle. The Murray Plains Cycle Trek Guide is available at the Mannum Information Centre, Mannum Caravan Park, the Mid Murray LAP website under new projects and My Trails on line.

he Top of the Torrens Theatre Group have once again come up with an outrageous, happy, singing comedy full of bright costumes and great scenery.

Set in the Jungle, we follow the hilarious adventures of two retired British Army Colonels, who go on a quest to find and rescue the long lost missing heiress of the great Mumblegum Castle. They enlist the services of a jungle guide and the Jungle Patrol. They are followed by the heiress’s evil half sister (Lola) who intends to claim the inheritance for herself. Lola is also in cahoots with the local witch doctor, who dresses in drag and practices his medicine on a long lost jungle tribe made up of men-starved women.

Come and join in the fun, with plenty of audience participation (Boo, hiss), great music to sing and clap along to, and dancing to get your toes tapping.

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Jonathon Fitznor and Susan Hill in animated discussion about their lines Mannum (see page 18): Sat 10th – and a matinee on Sun 11th Gumeracha: Fri 16th and Sat 17th Mt Pleasant: Fri 23rd and Sat 24th – and a matinee on Sun 25th

Bookings are essential, so ring Glynnis now on 8568 2128 for a good seat. Prices for the shows range from $24 for a matinee (including afternoon tea) to $35 for a show and 3 course meal.

Glynnis Burrows

Gavin Smith

“I’m having trouble with my dog, he’ll chase anyone on a bicycle.”

“Hmmm, that is a problem,” said a neighbour. “What are you thinking of doing about it?”

“I guess I’ll have to confiscate his bike!”

Grace Harris and Liam Harding in rehearsals

Mannum Community Club 66 Randell Street, Mannum SA 5238 Phone: 8569 1010 – Fax 8569 2700 Email: admin@mannumclub.com.au Website: www.mannumclub.com.au Meals available12 – 2pm and 6 – 8pm 7 days a week Page 6

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Brett Stapleton Wins National Award

Mannum Red Cross he Mannum Red Cross Branch held their second Card Luncheon for the year on Thursday 4th October at the Uniting Church Hall with an excellent attendance. Card players came from the Barossa Valley, Birdwood, Lobethal, Murray Bridge and Cambrai, as well as locals.

A smorgasbord meal was provided with a variety of salads and cold meats, pavlovas, cream puffs, tarts, slices, fruit salad and jelly.

A trading table and numerous raffles contributed to the fund raising.

During the card games Raeleen Weinmann, from Murray Bridge, was the winner

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of 500, with Erwin Nitschke, from Mannum, winning the encouragement award. Heather Close from Nuriootpa was the Bugs winner. Sharon Nolan, from Murray Bridge, won the special prize.

Afternoon tea was served at the conclusion of the day.

A big thank you to all who supported the day. which raised $760.

At our monthly meeting on October 8th all present were in favour of having a stall at the Christmas Tree Festival on Friday 30th November. On December 4th we will hold our Christmas lunch at the bottom Hotel in Mannum.

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he Mid Murray Council is pleased to announce that at the recent Australian InstituteofAnimal Management Annual Conference held in Penrith, New South Wales, Council’s General Inspector, Brett Stapleton was awarded the Australian Animal Management Officer of the Year Award. This follows Brett being awarded the 2012 South Australian Management Officer of the Year in May. The National Award recognises Brett’s outstanding achievement in ind i v i d u a l, excellence and

professionalism and animal management initiatives undertaken.

Mid Murray Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Russell Peate said “I am particularly proud of Brett’s achievement for both himself and Council in recognition of his dedication to the job and initiatives implemented.”

TheNationalAward was presented to Brett by Dr Dick Murray, OAM, President of the Australian Institute of Animal Management.

Russell Peate, CEO Mid Murray Council

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Mannum Fun Run

Astronomer’s Corner t around 9pm the main part of the Scorpion is setting, and descending towards the south western horizon and the constellations Aries and Pisces are sitting on the eastern horizon. The stars that form Aries and Pisces are quite sparse and it takes a while to pick out these constellations as opposed to Scorpio which is easily found.

The largest planet Jupiter is in Taurus (the bull) which rises next after Aries about 11pm. Most of the planets are morning objects at the present and at some point viewing is hindered by the sun’s glare.

The process of monitoring the planets throughout the year can be a unending photo opportunity. Light conditions and cloud cover can be used for rare picture gems made simpler with digital imaging. The real landscapes, astronomical and terrestrial, are quite well known and often find their way on to the TV screen. Being at the right place and time to take that “rare picture” can be helped along with astronomical bulletins and data, always good to have on hand.

Stars are distant suns like our own, burning a nuclear fuel starting with the most abundant hydrogen gas. These stars, our sun and the earth are part of the Milky Way, a spiral galaxy. There are many different types of galaxies, not only spiral, each with individual features established by conditions which have long since gone.

In the night sky without the aid of a telescope a galaxy may appear like a dull, fuzzy star. Most astronomical objects have a reference and a history well documented by noted astronomers. It is estimated that there are 100 to 200 billion galaxies, each of which has 200 to 400 billion stars.

Figures such as this are changing with the growth of technology and the use of computers in astronomy and the sciences.

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fter attracting more than 150 participants in last year’s event, the Mannum Fun Run/Walk will return this year and is set for an early morning kick-off on Sunday 16 t h December 2012.

This year Mid Murray OPAL has come on board as the major sponsor for the event, working with the newly established Mannum Fun Run/Walk Community Steering Committee to create a fun and active event that will continue to gain momentum and attract people of all ages across the Mid Murray community.

Mid Murray OPAL Manager and steer ing committee chairperson Courtney Blacker said last year’s event had been a highlight for the Mannum community. The steering committee is now hoping it can plan towards the fun run becoming an annual event on the local calendar.

Using feedback from last year’s event the Committee has made slight alterations to the route and varied distances. The Mypolonga Scout group has volunteered to run the marshalling and registrations, which will ensure the event can run smoothly.

To cater for people of all ages, abilities and fitness levels participants can choose a 3, 5 or 10 kilometre track.

“Now we are keen to see people really get behind this local event in 2012 as we aim get more people out and active in our beautiful local area” said Ms Blacker.

Murray Lands APEX will be putting on the free healthy breakfast for all participants at the finish line.

Ms Blacker said the fun run was not only about getting people out and about once a

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year , but about encouraging people to get out and be active during the warmer months of the year, and what better place to do this than along the scenic River Murray.

“Walking and running are great forms of exercise that don’t cost a cent, and can be done anywhere, anytime. The Mannum Fun Run / Walk is just one other way we can encourage people to think about being physically active every day” she said.

More information, including maps, special guests and children’s activities will be available soon on the Mid Murray Council website.

Fun Run Details: Date: Sunday, 16th December, 2012.

Time: Registrations, sign-in 8:15am.

Warm-up 8:45am; Race start 9am.

Where: Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum.

Start and finish near the Mannum Rowing Club.

Cost: Free.

Gold coin donation tins available for various charities on site.

Refreshments: A free healthy breakfast, water, tea and coffee facilities will be provided for all participants.

Distances: Choose to walk the 3km or 5km track, or run the 5km or 10km track.

All ages and abilities welcome!

Registrations are open now and forms are online at the Mid Murray Council website.

Alternatively you can pick one up from any of the Mid Murray Council Offices, or contact the Mid Murray OPAL team on 8659 0100 and we will post them out to you. The first 100 people to register prior to the event will receive a free gift to take home at the end of the event.

Mid Murray Council website: www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au

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All Australian Experience t was a cool overcast day on Friday 12th October 2012 when guests gathered at the Mannum Hospital Day Care Centre for an “All Australian Experience”.

Joan Kreiser OAM welcomed everyone on behalf of herself and the hospital. Thanking her sponsors, Mid Murray Council, Mannum Lions Inc. and Margaret Haythorpe, Joan said that without the support of her sponsors over many years, events such as these would not be possible.

Fine Australian wines were served by Helen Flett, together with a gourmet meal of seared chicken with beetroot and a Mallee salad. This was followed by pavlova mizzled with cranberry. The master chef was Kym Gertig. The fantastic table setting for the meal was organised by Carol Hortsman and the assistant chef, Bev Clark.

Joan delighted everyone with John O’Brien’s “The Old Mass Shandrydan” followed by the amusing “The Pavlova Stamp” with apologies to Barry Humphries.

Edmondo Palombo, EO/DON Mannum Hospital, thanked everyone for the delightful charity morning as he accepted $1100, the total monies raised.

Edmondo concluded, saying he hoped there would be future similar events, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy one of the outreach events of our hospital.

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Works, Services and Projects Update from Mid Murray Council ouncil held its last meeting on Monday 8th October 2012 at which the following were discussed or determined.

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• A request was received for the removal of pine trees on Keyneton Road, Keyneton. Two quotations have been obtained, the lowest being $5720. Council will remove the dead wood on the ground and the funding request for the removal of the trees will be considered in the 2013/14 budget.

• Council continues to work with the Friends of the TP Bellchambers and Murray Plains Reserves and Mid Murray Local Action Planning Association and Gavin Smith regarding the Mannum to Sedan cycle trek.

• Council is researching possible intersections and roads to include in an application under the State Black Spots Funding Program.

• Council will submit a licence application to the Essential Services Commission of SA for the provision of Community Wastewater Management Services to towns and shack areas in the Council district.

• Council will introduce the camping permit system to Haythorpe Reserve (Mannum) and Tenbury Hunter Reserve (Swan Reach) from the 1st December 2012. Signage will be installed shortly and publicity will be provided.

• Council continues to work with the Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources who have undertaken a review of the Walker Flat River Vessel pumpout facility for recomissioning/relocation. Further information will be provided once the report is finalised.

• Council has adopted a Nutrition Policy, so that members of the Mid Murray Council Community, staff, Volunteers and Visitors have the opportunity to access healthy food and drink choices when attending

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Council operated facilities and workplaces and at Council sponsored events.

Following a period of public consultation, Council has issued a lease for the use of the Old Mannum Primary School building as a Community Centre to the Mid Murray Support Services.

The Morgan Community Bus Policy has been amended to reduce costs so that children from Morgan and Cadell can participate in football, netball, basketball and other sports at Waikerie by using the Morgan Community Bus. These popular sports are no longer held in Morgan and Cadell. The amended policy provides the opportunity for children to participate in such sports.

A meeting will be held with representatives of the South Australian Murray Darling Basin Natural Resource Management Board, Murray and Mallee Local Government Association (one of whom is Cr Inez Bormann), Off Road Vehicles (Motorcyling SA) and SAPOL to formulate strategies for the use of off road vehicles on Council and Crown Land under the care and control of Councils.

No expressions of interest have been received for Community representation to review Council’s Animal Management Plan. A draft Plan will now be produced for Community consultation.

Federal projects and issues for the Mid Murray Council area are being formulated. Deputations will be sought with existing federal government and opposition members during the 2013 National General Assembly in Canberra for such services and projects.

Council will purchase playground equipment for the JKG Memorial Playground at Nildottie. Nildottie Progress Association is making a contribution of $11,441. The Lions Club will donate $6937 towards the

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provision of fencing and a tractor shelter. Subject to the Council’s Community Grant Funding Program and receipt of an application, Council will consider a $2000 grant for the playground equipment under this program. Council will undertake the installation of the playground equipment, shelter and fencing.

A report to Council will be prepared on potential stormwater management and stormwater harvesting projects in the Mid Murray Council area.

A report prepared by the South Australian Murray Darling Basin Natural Resources Management Board on “Managing Soil Loss in the Mannum – Palmer Districts” following a storm in December 2010 was received by Council. Subject to the provision of a plan indicating the site works to be undertaken and estimated costs, Council will consider participating and contribution to a pilot project at the corner of Hutton and Long Gully Roads.

Council has adopted a Tourism Policy and Tourism Action Plan 2012 to 2014.

Seed funding of up to $100,000 has been approved for Council to undertake the investigation and design of the Truro Community Wastewater Management Scheme.

A letter has been received from the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure regarding the installation of directional signage to Mannum on the south eastern freeway exit at Monarto. The Department has advised that as travelling to Mannum from that exit utilizes roads under the care, control and management of the Rural City of Murray Bridge, agreement should be reached in the first instance with this Council. Council will hold discussions with the Rural City of Murray Bridge.

Russell Peate Chief Executive Officer Mid Murray Council

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Saturday 22 December Building on Success

here will be something for everyone at this year’s ‘Carols by the River’ at Mary Ann Reserve. Mark your calendar now for the evening of Saturday 22nd of December, 2012, as you will not want to miss out. It will start at 8:00pm with some pre-event entertainment from around 7:30pm.

Last year a new committee rejuvenated the Mannum Carols. The feedback was very positive. This year the event will hopefully be even tighter and more creative, and meaningful as well.

We have formed a local band that will lead us in our favourite carols and other Christmas songs in both a traditional and upbeat format, hopefully with an artistic touch added.

We have a special guest from Murray Bridge who will display great up-and-coming talent and we will, as last year, include our local school children in the event.

There will be some special guest appearances that will lighten the evening and add laughter, not to mention special sections that will include and focus on the children present.

The evening is set to flow, be professional, and to be finished by 9:30pm.

Again, mark your calendars, as you will not want to miss this great community event.

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eeping perspective can be one of life’s challenges; it persists year after year. Our problems can drag us down into n e ga t i v e a t t i t u d es a n d depression, and we can become a misery to ourselves and those around us. Some people live by the maxim, “there’s always someone worse off than me”, and lucky them if that keeps them going. We know the saying, “a change is as good as a holiday”, but it might just be that the holiday is what we need, and change will follow.

There are many options available, and we don’t need the Grey Nomads’ big vehicle and caravan to have a change of scenery. The Adelaide Hills offer verdant surroundings, Victor Harbor has the sea, we can choose upriver, downriver, or on the river, or go to the city and soak up its cultural attractions. With a mind focussed on the adventure of

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with Millie being elsewhere for a while, we can give up some luxuries and rough it a bit to suit our finances. We can determine that the experience will be worth the sacrifice. We can just have fun and do the unexpected – fly a hot air balloon, go for a Murder Mystery weekend, visit an old friend.

“But,” you might be thinking, “it’s all too hard. I am responsible for someone else’s care. My health is poor and I need help myself. I’m in a residential facility and people think I should be satisfied because I don’t have to do anything for myself anyway.”

If your dream is to get away for a while to enlarge your world or just escape for a few days, let me encourage you to search for the people or resources you need to make it happen. You might be surprised at what help is available, no matter what your circumstances

or state of health. And when you return, you’ll have a new array of experiences and m em o ries, an d a n ew perspective on your everyday life.

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They all decided that one person would have to let go because, if they didn’t, the rope would break and every one of them would die. No one could decide who it should be, so finally the woman gave a really touching speech, saying how she would give up her life to save the others, because women are used to giving up things for their husbands and children, and giving in to men. All of the men started clapping.

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Mannum Golf Club Competition Results Runner Up Phil Kroehn Norm Dalton Helen Bickley Neil Warhurst Nearest the Pin David Wilson and Leanne Quast

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Vacswim Returns To Mannum fter some years away from the Mannum community we are excited to again be delivering the program to the local children.

The 2013 Vacswim program will be delivered throughout SA from 3rd to 11th January at more than 145 sites. Each summer for 60 plus years, the iconic program has provided water safety education to school-aged children across the state.

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Click Book/Enrol Online then click Murray Mallee. Choose Mannum and you are on your way. For more information contact the Vacswim office on (08) 8200 2525 or email vacswimsa@ymca.org.au.

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en days on our favourite island! Karta the Ngarrindjeri call it, Place of the Dead. We enjoyed again Joseph Stengle’s vivid paintings of Ngurunderi the spirit hunter chasing his two wayward wives and Pondi the Dreamtime cod, which grace the walls of Flinders Chase Information Centre. After summoning ocean tides to drown the sisters, thereby creating The Pages islets, Ngurunderi cleansed himself of past sins before ascending to the Milky Way, as all aborigines hope to do. Maybe that explains why Karta was unoccupied for several thousand years. But dead it certainly wasn’t, we observed, during our holiday. Over 100,000 tourists now visit the island every year to marvel at its wildlife and flora, to snap its scenic beauty and to steep themselves in its history and geology.

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We met with Dudley Writers Group members in Penneshaw to share some tales. They gave us a copy of their Colours of Kangaroo Island, 100 stories of the people and places that make up its history. Here is one story: 14 year old Angus Howard was driving horses to run his dad’s chaffcutter. His trousers caught in the shafting, badly breaking his leg. Two local men rowed him across Backstairs Passage in a small boat as there was no doctor on the island.

Twice an oarsman collapsed from fatigue while young Angus told stories to keep their spirits up. Three days later in Adelaide doctors wanted to amputate the leg, but his mother refused.

Later Angus joined the army after hopping the length of the room on one leg (his good one) during the medical!

I wrote the poem below years ago, but little had changed on last month’s visit.

Chapman River Rusty-throated wattle birds, rhythmic snoring surf, worms of light on river bed, fleshy samphire turf, convoluted paperbarks with trunks of peeling grey, mushroom from the leathered rock and crowd the sheltered bay.

Seated by the water’s edge I’m steeped in sound and sight; a seagull wading gingerly is watching as I write.

Woman on a wooden bridge tempts the bream below.

They’ll swarm upon her offered crumbs but spurn the lines she’ll throw.

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Mannum Dock Museum Board Nominations for one (1) position on the Board are invited from interested community members. The appointment is for two (2) years.

Nominations in writing outlining relevant details are to be addressed to Mr Russell Peate, Chief Executive Officer, PO Box 28, Mannum SA 5238 or email postbox@mid-murray.sa.gov.au.

Saturday 9 - 12 CLOSED Wednesday, Sunday, Easter Saturday & Public Holidays

Appointment criteria to include interest/experience in the following areas associated with the Museum: History research, Museum presentation and exhibition, Tourism, arts and culture, Murray River, PS Marion operations, Heritage vessels/wooden boats, Visitor information.

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Healthy Living Grants

Whistle Toot PS Marion and Mannum Dock Museum

he PS Marion has returned to her home mooring spot after her epic cruise to Mildura that included a stay for maintenance at the Berri slip on the return journey.

It is a quiet time for the boat now until the Christmas Lunch cruises on December 1st and 2nd, (see page 15) the first public cruises will be next year during

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the Australia Day long weekend.

Work is progressing on the upgrade of the museum, with both the inside and outside areas undergoing changes. The blacksmiths’ area is nearly complete and ready for operation. The new display mannequins are a presence in the museum and add a new

interest – there is ‘Jack’ (part of the bale display) named after a crew member in a photograph from the John Weaver Collection, and located at the organ in the gallery is ‘Miss Phyllis’ named after Phyllis Dahl, a long standing organ player and Sunday school teacher.

All members of the public are invited to the AGM of the Mannum Dock Museum on Sunday 18th November at the Rowing Club starting at 11am.

After the meeting the Volunteers’ Lunch for all the volunteers involved at the Mannum Dock Museum will be held, also at the Rowing Club.

This is a big thank you from the Board of Management to all the volunteers that so freely give their time to keep the “ship afloat”.

For any inquiries please ring 8569 2383 or 8569 1303 or visit the website www.psmarion.com Jenny Twigden

pplications for Mid Murray OPAL Healthy Living Grants are now open.

The Round 2 OPAL Healthy Living Community Grants applicant pack with full terms and conditions on the scheme are available on the Mid Murray Co uncil web site www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au.

In planning projects and writing applications, eligible organisations should demonstrate an emphasis around one or more of OPAL’s 6 goals.

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To discuss project ideas or for further information, contact Courtney Blacker on 8569 0179 or cblacker@mid-murray.sa.gov.au.

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t is a beautiful warm autumn day with a gentle breeze blowing as I look around me. The sky is blue with white clouds patterning across its breadth to the distant hills of the Murraylands. It is so peaceful. If only our planet could be like this small corner of the world!

In my mind I often return to another life in another country so many moons ago when the skies both day and night would drone with the throb of destruction. This was London in WW II. It all began at 11 am on Sunday 3rd September 1939, when the Prime Minister, Neville Chamberlain, announced on the radio that a state of war existed between Great Britain and Germany.

I was with my mother, brothers, aunt and cousins in my aunt’s house. We looked at each other appalled and with some fear. We knew not what would happen. Mother decided that we should return home some 1 km away. Leaving my aunt’s house we almost ran stopping only for breath. The streets were silent, doubtless everyone was indoors listening to their radios. There was no television.

Reaching home we stumbled through the front door banging it behind us to protect us from we knew not what.

We need not have worried at that point; there was to be a year of uneasy peace on the home front.

During this time Dad, with the help of my uncle (his brother) built a standard Anderson air raid shelter. First a trench was dug some 10 ft x 8 ft.

Then a half circle of green corrugated iron was secured on top of it giving a clearance inside of about 9 ft. Another piece of iron was secured to the back and also to the front. The front had a small space for a door, allowing just sufficient room to crawl down the three shallow steps to the floor.

Mum had covered the ground with lino, and there was a wooden bench all along the wall “which would be used for both sitting and sleeping”.

Refinements would be made over the years, but this basically was to give us shelter from the horror that was to come. These shelters were mainly built by older men and women. The younger generation had

been called to the Armed Services. These “builders” had little experience of building and had to do the work in their spare time. Everyone helped each other There was a wonderful camaraderie amongst all people, working together for one knew not what may happen.

The air raid shelter in our garden was maintained and “refinements” added to it. A total blackout existed. No street lights, no shop lights, just a total darkness. To show a light, even a torch-light, was an offence.

It happened on the 13th September 1940. We were sitting at the kitchen table eating our evening meal when suddenly the sirens sounded. This meant enemy aircraft had been sighted. We put down our knives and forks, looked at each other as we quickly pushed back our chairs as we got up from the table, picked up our gas masks, (always nearby), and hurried to the backdoor, turning out the lights as we went. Closing the back door behind us we almost ran across the grass the down the steps into the air raid shelter. We sat on the benches, hearts pounding, we had hardly spoken. Suddenly in the distance we heard the drone of aircraft and the thud of bombs as they hit the ground or often the houses and buildings. The drone came closer and, peeping through a crack in the door, we could see the searchlights raking the skies. The booming of our guns could also be heard. As the searchlights caught a plane in their crossed beams the guns would boom in an effort to destroy the plane. Sometimes there would be little gunfire when our bombers were in the skies.

So much destruction, so much loss of life.

Incendiary bombs together with explosive bombs would be dropped from the planes. The incendiaries would cause fires in towns, cities and residential areas giving light and guidance to the bombers. A few months later planes would drop incendiary bombs on parachutes lighting up the town or city below more efficiently and immediately the planes would follow dropping their bombs in the lighted areas.

Later in the war there was another horror. The bombing raids eased somewhat and on the 13th June 1944 we were together at home when suddenly we all listened and heard a single aircraft chugging through the sky, alone and different to what we had previously experienced. This sound was unusual and again we were frightened and apprehensive. The plane sounded as though the engine was in trouble.

Almost at once the engine cut out and soon the thud of its crash was heard. Sometimes when the engine cut the plane would drop like a stone and other times it would glide to it its landing. Again, so much more destruction and suffering. Words are inadequate to describe the horror of destruction.

These were V1 rockets, sometimes called pilotless planes or more commonly just rockets. These, together with manned bombing attacks, would continue until the Allied Armies had captured the airfields and launching sites in Europe.

On 7th September 1944, the V2 rocket attacks began. These were, I think, the most frightening of all forms of air attacks known at that time. The V2 rocket travelled faster than sound. It was the world’s first supersonic missile. First we would hear the ear splitting crunch as it landed and then maybe see the flash of its arrival and lastly the drone of its flight. Because there was no warning of the approach of the V2 it was not possible to take cover. Thus everyone was at risk at all times both day and night. This form of attack, like the others, continued until just before the end of the war when all launching sites had been captured.

I have attempted to give a very brief outline of what happened in a small corner of our planet.

Perhaps we can pause to reflect that, even now, war still continues to cause much death, suffering and destruction. Shakespeare’s phrase “man’s inhumanity to man” written in the 16th century, which I quote out of context, is just as relevant today.

Joan I Kreiser OAM.

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Mannum Mag

Issue Number 74

From Your Local Member

Mental Musings

Mr Ivan Venning MP, Member for Schubert Phone Scam ember for Schubert, Mr Ivan Venning is urging people to be vigilant of scams in the wake of a new phone scam targeting rural and regional people.

There have been reports of phone calls being received by someone claiming that because times are hard, the Australian Government are providing hardship grants to assist. The calls seem to be targeting rural areas and the callers request bank details in order for the bogus Government Grant to be deposited.

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Mr Venning said that scams were becoming more elaborate and prolific and urged people to remain vigilant.

“People are struggling with the cost of living and I can understand how they may jump at what seems like the opportunity to gain some Government assistance.

“These scams artists are targeting those who are most vulnerable and I urge those in country areas and the elderly to remain vigilant.

“If it seems too good to be true, it probably is and if you are unsure I urge you not to respond and contact SCAMwatch on 1300 795 995” he said.

ell; Mental Health Week and Carers Week have come and gone, but the slogan “Open Your Mind” is still around. The themes My Community, My Support and My Well-being could be an ongoing muse for us all, no matter what our age, if we are not already musing in that direction.

It’s good having our own local mag to find out what’s happening and on offer in our own community. The Mentoring Program in our Community College and Hope for the Hurting seminars in the River Bar at our Community Club, are just a couple of examples of ways to be involved in our community. There are so many ongoing groups; just read the

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Clash Calendar on the back of the Mannum Mag. All of these groups would fit the above-mentioned themes, so let’s just muse again. ‘My support’ can also be ‘my interest’ in and ‘my presence’ at one of these groups could be beneficial to another person or mutual support. This follows on to my well-being.

These things are not selfish or part of the ‘you need, deserve, must have’ culture foisted on us by advertisers, but actually an intrinsic part of the well-being of our community.

So once again, let’s open our minds to the ‘book inside the cover’ and also our community, support and well-being!

A Community Correspondent

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The old man grabbed the wheelbarrow by the handles. Then, nodding to the young man, he said, “All right. Get in.”

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The Hall i Mannumites. Hope you’re planning and getting ready for the Festive Season because Christmas is nearly upon us.

For those who breeze through this time it is probably a good thing, but for those with Mental Health issues and those who have lost a Family Member, etcetera, it can be and often is a harrowing time for them. That’s what The Hall is all about; we are there to talk and, if the need be, put you in touch with someone who is able to help. If you feel the need please come by and say hello.

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It seems the Camp went well and all who attended more than enjoyed themselves. Don’t forget to book early for next year. The Hall is always busy with projects and the like, with a friendly face and a hot cuppa to make the day go a lot quicker.

Everybody at The Hall would like to wish it’s Members and those that call in on a regular basis and the Beautiful people of Mannum, who in many ways support The Hall, a Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Blessing and Christmas Cheer.

Annette Rissmann Chairperson/Volunteer

The loaded mini-van pulled into the only remaining campsite. Four children leaped from the vehicle and began feverishly unloading gear and setting up the tent. The boys rushed to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils.

A nearby camper marvelled to the youngsters’ father, “That, sir, is some display of teamwork.”

The father replied, “I have a system – no one goes to the bathroom until the camp is set up.”

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Issue Number 74

Mannum Community Club Social Club News Views and Dos

i Everyone. I Trust all is well with everybody.

By the time this goes to print, we would have had a Bowling and Sausage Sizzle Day; bowling at the Bowling Club and back to the Mannum Community Club River Bar for the sausage sizzle and drinks.

On Saturday 17th November 2012, we are going to Globe Derby Park for a night at the “Trots” – Smorgasbord – at a cost of $35.00 per head. Should be a good night. The bus is leaving the Mannum Community Club at 4:00pm so if you are attending you need to be on time. Whilst travelling on the bus we will have Number Board Raffles, to and fro.

On Saturday 8th December 2012, we will be having our Christmas Party commencing at 12 noon through to 3:00pm and onwards. We will have raffles leading up to the day and on the day. Dave Verrall, who is “Tops”, is providing the entertainment for the party.

These Outings will be displayed for your information on the Social Club Board in the Mannum Community Club.

Elected at our Annual General Meeting held on Sunday 14 th October 2012, were:

President: Vice President: Secretary: Treasurer: Committee:

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Barbara Lewis Roland Donders Juanita Brooks Mark Davis Jan Treloar, Gary Entwistle, Brett Waterman, Kellie Klose, Gays Hudson.

We would like to welcome Gays to our Committee and hope she enjoys her time on board.

We would also like for each member to note the following: every Friday Night is our Social Gathering with Meat Tray Raffles, Personality Board and Member Prizes to be won. Hoping to see you there.

For any of the functions, always book with Mark Davis, our Treasurer, and bear in mind there are close off dates for each function held.

Until next time … take care, and have a wonderful Christmas and New Year. I will convey to you any details for 2013.

Juanita Brooks, Secretary, 8569 2170 or 0408 896 045

Mannum RSL annum RSL Sub Branch would like to advise that as of 18th October 2012, we have moved premises to the Mannum Rowing Club on River Lane. Both clubs will be sharing the venue and we hope that this arrangement will be beneficial to all members. The clubrooms have full bar and kitchen facilities which we hope will be well utilized in the future. All meetings will now be held on these premises.

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On Sunday 11 t h Novem ber a Remembrance Day service will be held at the Garden of Remembrance at the Mannum Cemetery at 1050 hrs. Following this we will retire to the Rowing Club/RSL for light refreshments.

On Thursday 15th November our Annual General Meeting will be held in the clubrooms at 1100hrs. The meeting will be followed by a sausage sizzle.

We would like to advise that power has finally been connected to the Memorial.

We thank the Mid Murray Council for this and hope that in the future we will have no more problems with our PA system and faulty batteries.

Members are reminded that the Annual Dinner is on Sunday 4th November at 1200hrs at the Mannum Community Club.

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Musical Miscellany Other Saxophonists

he musical genre most influenced by the saxophone must be jazz. The following artists are all primarily jazz musicians.

A musical giant was Charlie Parker. He was known for his alto playing but even more for his contribution to the bebop style of the music. He was a troubled person; while his musical style was disciplined his personal life was totally undisciplined.

When he died at the age of 35 from an extreme lifestyle of drug taking in all forms, the doctor conducting the autopsy declared his body was that of a man in his fifties. His music lives on and even after death, long before Elvis, the true believers posted “Bird Lives” on the walls of the New York subway.

Lester Young was another troubled player yet he was probably the first of the “cool” players with a style opposed to the loud sounds of Coleman Hawkins. His was a more lyrical style, full of significant pauses.

He told his admirers to listen to the words.

When you hear Lester play a standard and you know the words you will understand what he meant. Of course many of the tunes he played did not have words but the

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pauses still allow you to play the music in your head adding your own version to Lester’s.

Paul Desmond changed his name from Breitenfeld to Desmond. His alto sound was quite distinct from Charlie Parker and his disciples. He said he wanted to sound like a dry martini. Best known as the very distinctive, very lyrical player with the Brubeck Quartet, he visited Australia several times and there was a time in the sixties when every Aussie jazz sax player tried to sound like him. After Paul left the Quartet he recorded and performed only sparsely. He did however appear with Brubeck from time to time even joining him on a cruise ship. He is also famous for writing the famous jazz tune “Take Five” which sold more than a million copies and became a hit after Columbia Records reluctantly released it on a 45 RPM disc.

Even today the American Red Cross benefits by a six figure sum each year from the royalties that accrue from the composition. Paul left the tune to the charity when he died of lung cancer in 1977.

Another significant sax player was Gerry Mulligan. He played the most unglamorous baritone saxophone. Yet he made it an impressive instrument and added to the volume of compositions for the instrument.

Gerry was an admirer of the older generation of musos and loved to record with the likes of Ben Webster and Johnny Hodges. He also loved big bands and for a short time in the sixties assembled a very much admired modern big band. This was possibly because of the funding provided

by Norman Granz, record label owner (Verve, Pablo) and entrepreneur. Gerry was also an educator and conducted master classes, some of which have been recorded and released on DVD. Paul at one time was a close friend of film and stage star Judy Halliday and together they recorded an album about two years before her untimely death.

The saxophone continues to grow in stature as the sound becomes part of the standard repertoire of jazz, concert orchestra and some of the more diverse popular music.

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He came across two men. One was sitting under a tree reading a book; the other was typing away on his typewriter.

The lion quickly pounced on the man reading the book and devoured him.

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Mt Pleasant Farmers’ Market Award Winning Food he Mount Pleasant Farmers’ Market can now boast award winning food, back to back Grand Champions in the led-steer competition at the Royal with several of their regular stallholders winning major awards at this Adelaide Show.

The comment from the judge was, “This steer has just got everything you year’s 2012 Royal Adelaide Show and 2012 State Sausage King competition.

Stallholders Jamie and Melissa Hylan from the Mt Pleasant Butcher, Sandra need,” which sums up the great produce Sandra and Gary have on offer every Keatley and Gary Collins from Pebbly Range Limousin Stud, David and Janet Saturday at market.

At the recent Australian National Wine and Beer Show, Baker Creek Wines Hamilton from Baker Creek Wines have all taken out major awards in the scored very well with the judges and took home several medals, including best recent competitions. varietal wine for their Petite Verdot and Nebbiolo Wines.

At the State Sausage King competition event held last month, Mount Pleasant Assistant Manager Terese Reeves says, “We can now back up claims to regular Butchers received a gold medal for their continental sausage – Italian pork with market goers and visitors alike of the high quality product that is produced in fennel, aniseed and chilli. They also received two gold medals and three silver medals in the Mettwurst-Salami category. On top of these awards, they were the local area and sold at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market.”

The Mount Pleasant Farmers’ Market is a not-for-profit community-run, also awarded bronze medals for their smoked boneless leg ham, cooked sausage undercover market and is held every Saturday between 8am and 12 noon at the in a casing, dry cured products, innovative product categories and for their picturesque Mount Pleasant Showground. bacon and ready-to-eat categories.

Terese Reeves Sandra Keatley and Gary Collins from Pebbly Range Limousin have won

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New Generation Mannum Community College Music Video

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n the second week of October six students from the middle School went to a program called MusoMagic at Headspace in Murray Bridge.

MusoMagic is a program developed by Adam Thompson from the 90s band ‘Chocolate Starfish’.

Students from schools across the Murraylands wrote and recorded a song, produced a quality video clip and ‘flashmobbed’ around Murray Bridge. The group called themselves ‘New Generation’ and the song is titled ‘Party in the World’. Here’s what our students had to say about their experience.

“It was really interesting to see what it was like to come together as a large group of people and write

lyrics together, and to hear stories of the different ways people looked at music.”

“It was good to be able to meet new people and be able to come together and make music.”

“It was a great opportunity to catch up with new people, make new friends, compose and sing a song (along with missing out on school).”

“It was a great time to meet new people and make new friends. It’s nice to have an opportunity to experience something new and musical.”

“I think the best thing about it was meeting new people. Adam should also be involved with other music jams because I felt he coped with the kids.”

We are grateful to the Regional Development Board and SA Works for sponsoring this program.

Check out our clip on Youtube by typing in New Generation Party In The World

Joy Marks, CPS Worker Mannum Community College

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Confessions of a Car Lover

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t was love at first sight. I don’t remember what make she was; perhaps a Morris or an Austin; it was a long time ago. She was my first car.

Admittedly, one mudguard was a different colour to the rest of the faded green duco and the front bumper bore evidence of encounters with other like objects, perhaps even a fence post and tree or two.

There was a dent in the rear left-hand mudguard and some quite different paint in the indentation.

But she was mine and she was beautiful.

It was during a shower of rain at the drive-in that I found that the canvas hood leaked; something my girl-friend was mildly critical about. And the first time I went up Tapley’s Hill heading for the beach it became all hot and bothered and only made it after a recovery stop. That was when I began to call her Henrietta Boilover. The longer I owned her the worse her manners became whenever the weather was a little hot.

Although I was an apprentice I was required to work shift work. It was good since I earned more and after Henrietta persisted in being reluctant to

climb hills without being given a breather or two, I began to become disenchanted with her and to look for another to bestow my favours on.

I lived at home with the rest of my family and my sister’s husband. Jenny was very pregnant and close to time. One morning, when the rest of the family were at work and I was home until the start of afternoon shift, Jenny came to the door of my room.

She looked a little breathless and excited and told me in a rush that I would have to drive her to the hospital as the contractions had started.

It was mid-summer and Henrietta’s heating problems had been getting steadily worse. While Jenny went to get her suitcase I went out to where Henrietta was parked and saying a little prayer started the darling. That was achieved with minimum of fuss and with Jenny’s case on the back seat – the boot lock didn’t work – we started for the hospital at a respectable pace. Every now and then there would be a little gasp from the passenger’s seat and I would urge a little more out of Henrietta.

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Cost $7 for the day which includes cooked lunch.

Thurs/Friday * 10:00am Scrabble Day. (*Alternating Thursday/Friday. Dates change so please ring to confirm times.) Come and enjoy a relaxed game of Scrabble. Cost $2 for the morning or $7 with a cooked lunch MONTHLY 2nd Monday 1:30pm Mannum Red Cross 1st Wednesday 7:00pm Wellbeing Nucleus Discussion Group. Evolved from Meditation, Pastoral Care, Enneagram, Art & Soul Groups.

2nd & 4th Wed 11am-2pm Men’s Group. Socialisation and companionship. $7 for centre based activities including a cooked lunch. Outings are held on a regular basis. Costs may vary on these days.

1st and 3rd Wednesday Card Afternoon. Bring your cards and participate in a 1:30-3pm friendly relaxed game of 500, Canasta, Bridge, Whist (the choice is yours!). Cost $2 (includes afternoon tea.)

4th Wed 6:30-9:30pm Men’s Discussion Group.  Mike McDowell 8569 2818.

If you would like further information or would like to attend the Day Centre for activities and need transport, please contact Louise Haby, Mannum Day Centre Coordinator (8569 0219)

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We arrived safely at the hospital and while Jenny went inside I found a park and followed with the case. Some dragon took the case from me and shooed me away telling me that they would contact the husband in due course. There was nothing left for me to do except return home.

I had parked Henrietta in the hospital car park.

On return I found that she had sprung a leak. Her bottom radiator hose had split from stem to stern and the entire contents of the cooling system was puddling around the front of the car. Further examination showed that the radiator was in a poor state also and I needed to get it towed home.

It was some days before I could get a friend to help tow Henrietta home. She was no longer the love of my life. In the intervening days I had found a new love. It was blue and six cylinders, a Vauxhall of a few years but classy. Henrietta went to the wreckers and Clarence Crankcase came home to drip oil and grease over Dad’s pristine drive.

We car lovers are a fickle lot.

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Mannum Mag

Issue Number 74

Aussie Rock Extravaganza

12th January 2013, Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum Jimmy Barnes, Ian Moss, Ross Wilson Dragon, Chocolate Starfish and Swanee

ounds by the River presents The Red Hot Summer Tour Aussie Rock Extravaganza with a massive line-up of rock royalty Jimmy Barnes, with special guests Ian Moss, Ross Wilson, Dragon, Chocolate Starfish and Swanee. This is the biggest line-up Sounds by the River has put together yet, making this undoubtedly one of the biggest concert experiences on the Australian touring circuit.

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“This is the fifth year we have presented Sounds by the River at Mannum and it will be the biggest yet”, said promoter Duane McDonald, Regional Touring.

“Local Band Mamboobies, now Sounds by the River residents, will kick off the entertainment to get the crowd set for an amazing array of Aussie talent.

“Sounds is a festival day out on the picturesque banks of the Murray River at Mannum and is always the favourite with our touring artists.

“The Paddlesteamer Marion set off the river backdrop at last year’s event and was an excellent corporate facility and viewing area.”

Jimmy Barnes needs no introduction to Aussie audiences. Jimmy Barnes has headlined The Red Hot Summer Tour in previous years and is back by popular demand for the 2013 massive Aussie Rock Extravaganza. The Red Hot Summer Tour concert is a chance for rock fans to see Jimmy Barnes at his best and enjoy an extensive catalogue which has made him an icon in the Australian music scene.

Ian Moss, another legendary member of Cold Chisel, joins the 2013 Red Hot Summer Tour to showcase his own versatile music career. Ian Moss is without doubt one of the country’s most prolific guitarists. An unassuming performer, music fans who haven’t seen Ian Moss in concert have missed out on a special experience indeed.

2013 Red Hot Summer Tour

Fans will also have a chance to see Daddy Cool himself, Ross Wilson. Not only is Ross Wilson an incredible performer, but also one of the country’s most prolific songwriters.

His live shows are rockin’ from start to finish and any Aussie music fan will find themselves singing along to hit after hit.

When it comes to iconic bands, Dragon has a long history with Aussie music fans. Established solo artist Mark Williams joined the band as front-man and the new line-up has been touring the country ever since, garnering themselves a whole new generation of fans.

Music lovers looking for a special bit of concert showmanship are in for a real treat as Chocolate Starfish take to the stage. Fronted by the enigmatic Adam Thompson, the band is known for their high energy live performances. This is a great opportunity for music fans to see one of the country’s most energetic bands in true festival style.

Special guest John ‘Swanee’ Swan will take audiences on a journey through his classic hits.

The Red Hot Summer Tour 2013 Aussie Rock Extravaganza tickets are on sale now. This tour will sell-out, don’t miss your chance to see this incredible line-up of Australian music legends all in the one huge show at Sounds by the River at Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum on Saturday 12th January 2013. Tickets, starting from $79.90, can be purchased at the Mannum Newsagency.

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Mannum District Hospital and Mannum Medical Centre

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he Mannum District Hospital has a well equipped Accident and Emergency department (AandE) that has been recently refurbished and upgraded including the acquisition of a new portable X-ray machine.

AandE is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and a doctor is available for any emergency.

One of the most common complaints that we receive about AandE is related to the waiting time after the initial assessment by the nurse on arrival.

Many country hospitals like Mannum have a relatively low waiting period of time with patients being seen by a doctor straight away or within a half hour to one hour of presentation.

During busy periods, such as summer holidays and winter days, the waiting period for non urgent presentations may change due to the increased workload and emergencies, however this will be relatively low compared to metropolitan hospitals.

Patients may have to wait because the triage nurse and doctor need to prioritise based on medical urgency, not on order of arrival. This is done by utilising an internationally accepted tool called “The Australian Triage Scale”. This scale has 5 categories with 1 and 2 being considered major emergencies followed by 3, semi urgent, and 4 and 5 which are considered relatively minor issues. The important aspect to remember is that each number corresponds to a “treatment acuity” requirement, better known as the waiting time.

When a patient presents to AandE, a triage nurse performs an initial assessment and based on that assigns a category which determines the appropriate management.

Hence, if a person is triaged as category 1, they need immediate attention, such as with chest pain or a major trauma and the doctor and nurses will focus on that person as a matter of priority.

If the triage nurse assesses you as a category 3, you should be seen within half an hour and category

4 and 5 within one to two hours.

An obvious aspect to consider is that emergencies cannot be scheduled; they are unpredictable, don’t follow a planned path and require time to deal with. These factors may influence the response time provided to other patients, irrespective of the expected times indicated by the individual categories.

A typical emergency scenario during a busy AandE day may include a person admitted with severe chest pain, a child with a broken arm, another person with abdominal pain, someone with influenza type symptoms, someone who fell over and requires stitches, an intoxicated person and so on. These can all present be at once and may require specific, individual attention that cannot be predicted in time or treatment.

The doctor will attend the most urgent case first and the nurses will monitor and manage others until they can be reviewed.

Doctors and nurses are aware of the frustration that occurs in waiting areas and sometimes bear the brunt of disgruntled persons who are tired of waiting, hence when attending an emergency department anywhere, we ask you consider that emergency staff are usually busy helping other, more urgent situations, and will help you as soon as practically possible.

In an ideal world, all emergency presentations (major or not) would be treated straight away, however, reality is that our health system (and many others in the world) cannot provide one on one attention straight away to everyone who attends an AandE, it is unrealistic.

This does not preclude us from striving to continually improve the service provided, reduce the waiting time and more importantly continue to improve medical and nursing care.

In September 2012, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare released data that indicated that South Australia has one of the lowest waiting

times in emergency departments in Australia; that is, most patients are seen within the expected period of time. This is the result of the ongoing improvement in infrastructures, equipment, medical and nursing training and better management overall which has been occurring in our state.

Now on to a different topic, medical abbreviations!

You may have wondered what some of the medical abbreviations used by a nurse or a doctor actually mean. The following are common ones.

 ECG Electrocardiogram, heart rhythm, 15 minutes with the Clinic Nurse.  ECHO Echocardiogram, ultrasound of the heart by cardiology technician  FMC Flinders Medical Centre; RAH Royal Adelaide Hospital; QEH Queen Elizabeth Hospital.  BP Blood Pressure, Procedure  Day Surgery, does not require admission, done under local anaesthetic by a doctor.  DVT Deep vein thrombosis, blood clot.  ROS removal of stitches.  INR International Normalised Ration, standard blood test to measure clotting factor of the blood.  OT Occupational Therapy.  GTT Glucose Tolerance Test, check sugar levels in the blood.  Lipids, check cholesterol levels through a blood test.  Spirometry, breathing test to check air levels in the lungs, tested by nurses.  CT Computer Tomography, more detailed type of x-ray.  USS Ultrasound, x-ray of soft tissues.  HMR Home Medication Review.  OGCT Oral Glucose Challenged Test, pregnancy test to check sugar levels within the blood.  FOBT Faecal Occult Blood Test, checking for blood in the bowel.

If you have questions about our Hospital, do not hesitate to contact us on 8569 0200.

Edmondo Palombo Executive Officer, Director of Nursing

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Issue Number 74

From the Diary of Private Charles H Bock 10th Battalion, Australian Infantry Force

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Monday 9 Firing line last night - 1 hour on 1 off. Wasted more lead Acki Baba fallen for the 500th time.

Afraid won’t last.

Tuesday 10th Supports last night undisturbed till 4a.m. Mess orderly today. Sore hand put on soap and sugar.

11a.m. Bob received parcel cake - 2 months on road - tip top - no waste. 5p.m. more cake. Been to M.O. with hand off duty. Our aeroplane just chased Fritz who decided for home in double quick time.

Wednesday 11th Firing still bris - received paper and letter.

Thursday 12th 1p.m. returned to duty. Just come off firing line.

Saw Leo this morning at sick parade. Got our pack back as advance never came off.

Friday 13th Firing line last night -1 hour on and 2 off. Heavy gunfire on Achi Baba. 7p.m. 5 aeroplanes flying over. Most I’ve seen at one time.

Saturday 14th Supports Last night - Rest till 4a.m. stand to.

Bob called firing line at 1a.m. Man hit. Special Note 2 Spoons of rum and lime juice, 5 dried figs and 1 hardboiled egg per man. Must have thought it was Exmas. 1:30p. m. Back into firing line.

Sunday15th 1 hr on 1 off. In firing line last night. Johnnies bombs very busy.

Monday 16th Out for 24hrs rest at 1 p.m. yesterday. On guard last night. 2 reliefs of 1hr 20mins. Heavy shell fire

at Achi Baba 3a.m. Rumoured transport sunk Royal Edward - 1200 lives lost.

Tuesday 17th Firing line 1 p.m. yesterday - 1 hr on 2hrs off last night. Midday just done l hr 20mins observing in bomb sap - use a periscope.

Wednesday 18th Support 1 p.m. yesterday. Nights rest till 4a.m.

Midday just moved into firing line and as it has been strengthened have to move to the left. Bob and I have shifted from No3 to 13 posie.

Thursday 19th 1 hr on 1 hr off in firing line last night. 6a.m. bomb sap. Light rain this morning - misery in store when that sets in. 1st Brigade went away last night.

Friday 20th Reserves at 1p.m. yesterday. Night rest till 3:30a.m. Don’t rest too well - not used to it. Swim this morning and managed to buy some milk at 1/9 (one shilling and 9 pence) per tin. Firing line at 1p.m. Lieut. Hoskins and McDonald gorn away sick. Tall yarn Crown Prince and 5000 followers Captured.

Saturday 21st 1 hr on 1 hr off in firing line last night. Rapid fire on Left between 1 and 2a.m. 9:30a.m. Great Misfortune - poor old Bob was short in bomb sap he was one of the best.

Sunday 22nd Supports 1 p.m. yesterday. Nights rest except for 1 hr sentry parade. Saw a number of old pals yesterday. Hear 3 rows of trenches taken on left.

Mess orderly today. Firing line at 1p.m.

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1 hr on 1 hr off in firing line last night. 3:10p.m. gave Johnnie a burst of 2 rounds - he returned it with about 15 mins rapid. Bomb sap this morning.

Reserves at 1p.m. for rest. 2p.m. water fatigue.

Tuesday 24th Swim Last night. Pick and shovel work this morning to complete our rest. Night rest till 4a.m. firing line - 1p.m. Weather squally lately. Still good news from left.

Wednesday 25th 1 hr on 1 hr off in firing line last night. Heavy fire down sth this morning. In bomb sap at 6a.m. Bomb thrower lost hand and eye here Monday Night. 5 letters this morning - 1 from home and 1 from Jack Ledo. Supports at 1 p.m. Italy declared war on Turkey official.

Thursday 26th Last night rest till stand to 4:20a.m. 1p.m. firing line. 4.30.m. bomb sap.

Friday 27th Quiet in firing line last night except for rifle fire on left just after 9:00p.m. Reserves at 1:00. Heavy rifle fire on left this afternoon.

Saturday 28th Tunnel Guard Last night. Firing line 1p.m.

Sunday 29th Quiet in firing line last night. Mess Orderly today. Supports 1p.m.

Monday 30th Last night rest till stand to. Firing line 1p.m.

Tuesday 31st Firing line quiet last night. 1 hard-boiled egg for breakfast - big feed. Reserves 1p.m. Bordered Bob’s Grave with brass shell caps.

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Murray Bridge Matinee Series – November

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ut of the Square and the Rural City of Murray Bridge are pleased to present the November performance of the monthly Matinee Series. Patrons are invited to meet in the Town Hall foyer at 10:00 am for morning tea. A one hour performance will then start at 11 am. This is followed by a guided tour of the Murray Bridge Regional Gallery. The all inclusive price is $15.00 per ticket.

Adelaide Village Band Thursday 22nd November 2012

Palmer

Mon 5 2:30-5:30pm Collier Park

Morgan

Tues 6 2:30-5:30pm Morgan Primary School

Cambrai

Wed 7 3:30-5:30pm Cambrai Sports Oval

Bowhill

Mon12 3:30-5:30pm Bowhill Community Centre

This great band is celebrating its 50th birthday this year. Its authentic style is enjoyed across the board, and Andre Rieu fans will recognise some fun musical favourites.

Swan Reach Tue 13 2:30-5:30pm Swan Reach Oval Complex Truro

Wed14 2:30-5:30pm Truro Primary School

Cadell

Thur 15 3:30-5:30pm Cadell Institute

Mannum

Mon19 2:30-5:30pm School Oval or Leisure Centre

Sedan

Tues 20 3:30-5:30pm Sedan Hall

Blanchetown Tue 27 2:30-5:30pm Blanchetown Oval/Club Rooms Nildottie

Wed28 3:30-5:30pm Greenways Oval or Nildottie Hall

Fun 4 YOUth is an initiative of the Mid Murray Council providing access to youth activities in townships throughout the district. The program is fully supervised by a Youth Worker, however it is not a 'lock in' and we are unable to prevent any child from leaving the program venue.

All school aged children welcome!

Children under 10 must be supervised by an adult. Times may change without notice.

Parents/caregivers should check on finishing times at each event.

In the hot weather ~ 32 to 37 program will be modified. 38 and above program will be cancelled.

Contact www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au, Fun 4 YOUth Facebook Page or 0419 860 044 for more details.

Just been to the gym and there’s a new machine there, I only used it for about an hour as I started to feel sick! But its great, its got everything in it, Kit Kats, Mars Bars, crisps...

Never date a tennis player; to them love means nothing.

Following the performance, you are invited to go on a guided tour of the Murray Bridge Regional Gallery. The exhibition this month is in two parts. In the Main Gallery and the Vicki Nottage Sculpture Court you will see “Reflections” by Franz Kempf AM. This exhibition shows a selection of this well-known South Australian artist’s paintings and prints made in response to visits to the Coorong region from the 1980s to the present time. It includes pieces from public and private collections as well as a selection available for sale. In the Jean Sims Gallery you will see an exhibition entitled “Good - Strong Powerful”. This interesting exhibition of paintings by various artists is here courtesy of Artback NT: Arts Development and Touring. This diverse exhibition will be running until 2nd December.

The Matinee Series performance in December will be Little Pattie and Band. As this is bound to be a very popular performance, book now to avoid disappointment. The price for this matinee is $17 per ticket and it will be held at 11am on Monday, 17th December.

Tickets for the two remaining performances of the Matinee Series are available at the Local Government Centre, 2 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge, between 8:30am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday, or by phoning 8539 1100. You can also book online at www.murraybridge.sa.gov.au The Town Hall Box Office will be open from 10am on the day of the performances for the sale of any remaining tickets. For further information, call Avis on 8539 1430.

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Mannum Progress Association ecently someone asked what does the Mannum Progress Association do and in reply I delivered the following address.

The Progress Association has to date 39 financial members. However most of our meetings only have a small percentage in attendance. Membership is $60 for businesses and $15 for personal members.

This is meant to be a forum for discussion on community matters and concerns.

Many topics that are discussed are requests received from people not in attendance, but we do understand that many in our community are heavily committed and just another meeting is too much. The financial support we receive from our members and businesses in general is heartening – whenever we ask for financial assistance we have very generous support.

Over the years there have been many occasions when matters raised have not been dealt with by us but the outcome has been the direct result of our discussions and initiative. A few of the more recent results are the sound system in Randell Street and Mary Ann Reserve, the building of the Skate Park, repairs to the Golden Stairs, RV friendly facilities with the dump point at Haythorpe Reserve, more attractive Christmas decorations for Randell Street, an approach to our police to ensure their presence deters inappropriate behaviour, and more rubbish bins in the main street. Ongoing projects under consideration are involvement in the possibility of opening a Bendigo Community Bank, follow-up on relocating the Observatory now on private property, outdoor gymnastic equipment, erection of an “Entrance to Mannum” sign and better walking trails at the Mannum Waterfalls.

Our constitution requires us to have a Mid Murray Councillor as part of our committee. This is invaluable for communication between Council and the Association.

The Mid Murray Council is very supportive of the Mannum Progress Association and we really appreciate this on occasions when we organise functions.

There are now 3 major events that we hold, all of which are aimed at bringing visitors to Mannum – the idea being that once they have come here they will want to return.

The annual Christmas Parade and Party, held in December, makes very little profit but is aimed at providing fun for all, and

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encouraging visitors to the town for the festive season. If it wasn’t for the Caravan Park Committee paying in full for the fireworks, it would be run at a huge loss.

In August we hold the 2 day Craft Fair, which this year was the most financially successful. In its origin it was agreed that we would use any proceeds to help sponsor a person in need – perhaps a sports person who needs assistance, someone with learning difficulties or whatever worthy cause is brought to our attention. This year from this event we donated a $500 fuel voucher to the Walton family, who have a new baby with many health problems. This child will probably be in hospital until it is 10 - 12 months old and for the family to have contact it is necessary for them to travel to Adelaide.

Our latest major event introduced to bring visitors to Mannum was the Truck and Ute Show in June. Those of you who attended the event would surely agree that it was a winner for showcasing our town and what the businesses have to offer.

Considering the amount of work this created, a reasonably small profit was shown, but this would have been a huge deficit if it wasn’t for our major sponsor, Gavin Ivey of League Engineering, contributing to make the event a success.

It is obvious that he will not be able to sponsor to this extent every year and so a few thousand dollars from the profit has been invested to give us a start for next year’s event.

After the event, local businesses were surveyed and all agreed that it was worth having; bringing financial income to them.

Even though there had been some criticism about closing the main street for a day on a long weekend it proved to be advantageous. For this reason it is intended to make it an annual event.

As you can tell, the Mannum Progress Association is not about making money, but more importantly attracting visitors to help our businesses.

Only once in the many years of my involvement with Progress have we been in a reasonable financial situation. That year we rewarded the community of Mannum by not asking for any sponsorship for the Christmas Parade and Party.

The Community Breakfasts, held in the name of Mannum Progress Association, are organised by some of our members who always arrange for very interesting

speakers who bring valuable information to those attending.

It is our intention to continue development of the resources of Mannum and surrounding districts and of course the most valuable resource we have is the River Murray. For this reason, when the river was in drought and we needed to bring this to the attention of our parliamentarians, the Progress Association organised a Rally for the River on the steps of Parliament House. We were amazed at the response from the Public – many of the thousands that attended had never heard of Mannum Progress Association but were in support of our cause.

Discussion has been held on educating those serving our visitors to make the experience one of total acceptance and friendliness. No one chose to accept this “education” but we hope that the message that we need to make everyone feel welcome was accepted. For those of us who have lived in the town all of our lives it is sometimes not obvious that more could be done to make visitors or newcomers feel more welcome.

Recently a business survey was conducted to gauge the effect of drought conditions on our businesses and community and the results were forwarded to Mid Murray Council, State Government, Regional Development Board and the MDBA. It is our intention to promote coordination among members and kindred bodies by circulating minutes to all financial members plus various organisations.

Members from our group help other groups where possible and have good liaison with the Mannum Agricultural Show Society; we use their facilities for storage of our equipment and in return allow them to use our Mannum entrance sign for advertising and help them with the Annual Show.

I invite any of you to attend our meetings in the Community College, which are held at 7:30pm on the 4th Thursday of the month (except December and January, unless deemed necessary), where input is always welcome.

Carol Greening, Chairperson Mannum Progress Association

Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything. (George Bernard Shaw) The world is changing so fast the days that there are times when the person who says it can't be done is interrupted by the person who is doing it.

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The Hall - In Focus articipation numbers at The Hall for October appear to be down with 155 participants in the 12 days of this reporting period for an average of 12.9. However this month we had a public holiday and 4 days at camp which many Hall participants attended.

If we included the camp participant numbers we could add another 119 for an average of 22.8.

Meals are also slightly down this month. If you are interested in becoming a member of The Hall and would like to see what we are all about, come join us for a meal at 12 o’clock. Please phone 8569 1643 to confirm your attendance by 10:00 am to ensure a place at the table.

Catherine our Polish cook has returned to prepare her culinary marvels on Monday; she also assisted Neil, Michelle and I with the making of spring rolls for the Christmas Tree Festival. The Hall will be doing the catering this year and 130 rolls have been produced so far with only 20 left to complete the number that were sold at last year’s event. We also have 10 dozen scones to bake and freeze over the next couple of weeks, so our participants and volunteers will be kept busy. Rebecca Phillips, who delivered great educational cooking programs and prepared many sumptuous meals for Hall participants, is leaving for Tasmania in a couple of weeks.

In her last visit to The Hall she donated her time to share with us her technique for making spring rolls. We wish Rebecca and

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her family the very best of luck in their new life in the pristine Tassie environs.

Bargain Corner is doing well and we have had a reasonable volume of goods donated.

If you have any small household items, clothing or coat hangers taking up space that you would like to donate they will be gratefully accepted. Donations can be picked up if necessary.

The old style dance went well though the numbers are still down with 40 attending this month. It was still a good night and the feedback continues to be positive. The dancers always comment on what a great venue St Martin’s Lutheran Hall is and we are grateful to have the use of this fabulous venue. Our thanks to Adrian of Murray Bridge Toyworld and Newsagency for the donation of raffle books.

The Hall camp was a resounding success with most of the participants having attended last year’s camp. The feedback received was all positive and most participants have already booked their spot for next year.

There were plenty of craft activities including making a pin cushion and small gift boxes from cards, conducted by Ellen.

Penny also dropped in to assist campers to make some spectacular sun catchers, earrings and necklaces. There was mosaic making with Bev and campers took the opportunity to play with the wide variety of art materials provided. For the more energetic campers there was the kettle bell toss and an 8 ball competition. This year there were prizes

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awarded for the rock wall climb and archery competition. A few adventurous souls tried the bungee swing and Lola, as usual, was the first in line followed closely by Arron. The 29 prizes handed out were well received; including 7 × $25 gift vouchers and lots of chocolate. The camp has been tentatively booked for the same time next year, a date later in October or even early November has been requested if a vacancy becomes available as the weather only allowed for one session in the pool.

The Hall continues to provide excellent, affordable (gold coin donation) computing classes delivered by well known local Chris Cocker. If you are interested in getting the best out of your computer Chris is the man to see.

Classes commence on Monday at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. Please phone 8569 1643 prior to the class commencing to ensure a place is available as positions are limited.

The Hall is a fun place to spend some time, have a coffee and a chat and meet new friends. You will always find something of interest on the monthly calendar. If you don’t have your own transport, the fortnightly shopping trips to the new Murray Bridge shopping centre are a hassle-free way to do your shopping or attend appointments. If you would like to have a copy of the calendar emailed to you please phone Michelle on 8569 1643.

Jillian Telford Senior Co-ordinator

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Matinee Series ‘Adelaide Village Band’ at the Murray Bridge Town Hall Thursday, 22nd November at 11 am All Tickets $15.00 (Duration: 1 Hour) Join us for a cuppa after 10am and be entertained by the Adelaide Village Band. Celebrating 50 years of entertaining in 2012 the Adelaide Village Band repertoire and authentic style is enjoyed across the board and André Rieu fans will recognise some fun musical favourites.

***** Bookings ***** Local Government Centre ~ 2 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge ~ Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Phone: 08 8539 1100 ~ www.murraybridge.sa.gov.au Page 26

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CLASSIFIEDS

Mannum, Murray Bridge, Mt Barker, Adelaide by Bus

(Monday to Friday except public holidays. Times change during school holidays.)

Mannum to Adelaide Adelaide to Mannum Mannum  Murray Bridge Adelaide  Mt Barker 8:00am Leave Arnold Park, 1:30pm Leave Harris Scarfe, Mannum Grenfell Street Murray Bridge  Mt Barker Mt Barker  Murray Bridge 8:41am Connect with bus to Mt 2:50pm Connect with bus to Barker Park & Ride Murray Bridge Mt Barker  Adelaide Murray Bridge  Mannum Transfer: Metro bus 842F to Adelaide Arrive Mannum 4:20pm Timetables are readily available at the Mannum Information Centre.

For more information telephone LinkSA 8532 2633 during office hours.

Mannum School Community Library School Term Times School Holidays Mon, Thur, Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Mon, Tue, Wed (am), Thur, Fri: Tue: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Wed: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Wed (pm): 04:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 12 noon Sat: 10:00 am - 12 noon Closed Sunday and Public Holidays. Further information: 8569 2005

$5 Classifieds can be up to thirty (30) words and must be PRE-PAID before your advertisement will appear, unless by prior arrangement. Advertisements over thirty words cost an extra 20 cents per extra word. Payments may be made by cheque, money order or cash.

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Beautiful walnut finish. Tuned. Good tone and funky. Contact Louisa 8567 5291 (Apologies for the wrong contact number last month. Ed.)

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8569 2129 8532 6303

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Daily Service From Adelaide Daily Service From Mt Barker Daily Service From Murray Bridge • All Size Freight/Pallets • Interstate Freight • Furniture Specialist

Phone: Stuart 0420 651 554

Mannum Mag Publicising January Events ecause there is no January issue of Mannum Mag, any publicity for events that will be held in January 2013 must appear in the December issue.

The Community Calendar on the back page lists brief details of events occurring in the month of issue and the following month. It will be much appreciated if, at the earliest opportunity, the organisers send brief details of any community events scheduled for January, February and March so that the Community Calendar can be kept up to date.

Any material for publication in the February 2013 issue must reach the editor by midday Friday 25th January 2013.

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2012–2013 PUBLICATION DEADLINES Friday (12 noon) Collating & Folding November 23 for December, Issue 75 Wednesday 28 November January 25 for February, Issue 76 Wednesday 30 January February 22 for March, Issue 77 Wednesday 27 February

Email: editor.mannummag@aussiebb.com.au Phone: General 8569 7392 (Lyn). Editor 8569 7304 Deliver: 71 Randell Street, Mannum SA 5238 (a service kindly provided by MMSS/CHIPS) Our email account is provided by Aussie Broadband as a community service

Community Meetings Clash Calendar Email details of regular meetings to: editor.mannummag@aussiebb.com.au MONTHLY 1 Monday st

9:45am Combined Probus, Mannum Club 10:00am Murray Darlings Red Hatters, Café Mannum. 8569 1438 Mannum Health Advisory Council.

8569 1239

1st Tuesday

7:30pm Agricultural Society, Showground

2nd Wednesday

9:00am Shared Stitches of Mannum Quilting Group. Lions Den, Showground. 8569 2363

3rd Tuesday

Palmer Card Day, Lutheran Hall Palmer. 8532 2255

3rd Thursday

11:00am Mannum RSL, Mannum Rowing Club/RSL

4th Tuesday

7:30pm Mannum Show Committee, Showground

1 Thursday st

Mannum School Reunion Mary Ann Reserve Saturday, 17th, from 12 noon Small cost to cover expenses.

Contact: Diny Nieuwenhuis Phone: 8389 4520 National Broadband Network Barn Conference Centre Community Forum Thursday 22nd, 6:00pm-7:00pm Mannum Community College Business & Education Forum Thursday 22nd, 7:30pm-8:00pm See page 2.

Tuesday & Friday

Last Monday

Tuesday

7:30pm Progress Association, Mannum Community College.

1:30pm Hospital Auxiliary, Meeting Room, Esmeralda St.

First Wednesday

Noon Mannum Mag, Showground.

8569 2385

Last Wednesday

6:30pm Mannum Mens Discussion Group. Mike McDowell.8569 2818 WEEKLY

Mon, Wed & Fri

4:00pm History Group, CHIPS

NOVEMBER

4th Thursday

9:00am–4:00pm The Hall, 5 Greening St. 8569 1643

8am Walkie Talkies, Lions Den, Show Ground. Anne 8569 2850 9:30am Prayer & Bible Study, and 10:30am Friendship Group, River Word Christian Centre, 3 Greening St. 8569 1333 OTHER

Alternate Fridays

1:30pm Senior Citizen’s Club, Club Rooms. 8569 2795

Every Three Months

7:30pm Neighbourhood Watch.

Leisure Centre. Coordinator Russ Dellow 0428 813 201

2012 Community Calendar DECEMBER Christmas Tree Festival Mannum Leisure Centre Friday 30th, 9:00am-3pm Cost: Adult, gold coin Children free Contact: Dulcie Pfeiffer Phone: 8569 1367 See page 1.

Christmas Pageant Randell Street Christmas Pageant, Street Party and firework display.

Saturday 1st, from 6pm Contact: Irene Lovell Phone: 8569 2541 See page 1.

Mannum Fun Run Mary Ann Reserve Run or walk. All ages and abilities welcome.

Sunday 16th, from 8:15am Cost: Free.

See page 8.

Mid Murray Support Services Contact MMSS for details about these special events.

71 Randell Street, 10 am - 4 pm. Ph: 8569 2129, Email: mmcss@internode.on.net

November 6th Men’s Breakfast 8:30am - 10am at the River Bar, River Lane entrance, Mannum Community Club. All men are welcome to attend. Hot breakfast provided. Gold coin donation.

December 4th Men’s Breakfast 8:30am - 10am at the River Bar, River Lane entrance, Mannum Community Club. All men are welcome to attend. Hot breakfast provided. Gold coin donation.

January No Men’s Breakfast in January. See you on February 1st 2013!

Weekly Passenger Service Mannum to Murray Bridge For information or bookings: 18 Alma Avenue, Murray Bridge SA 5253 Ph: 08 8532 2633

Carols by the River Mary Ann Reserve Saturday 22nd, 7:30pm-9:30pm See page 10.

JANUARY Sounds by the River Mary Ann Reserve Aussie Rock Extravaganza Saturday 12th See page 21.

Mannum Leisure Centre Opening Hours Mornings Mon to Fri: 8:00 am - 12 noon Sat: 9:00 am - 11:00 am Afternoons Mon to Fri: 3:00 pm till close of program or activity Squash courts, gym, and cardio room available at all opening times.

Stadium, Clubroom and Meeting room are available for hire.

Further information: 8569 0185 Pam Cutjar, Centre Manager

Activities: Basketball, netball carpet bowls, card games, gym, tai chi, squash, tennis, soccer, roller disco, Mannum Movers exercise for the 50+ and Zumba.

Mon: 5pm to 6pm Drama Class 6pm to 9pm Indoor Tennis 6:30pm Zumba Tues: 5:45pm Aerobic & Fitness Instructor 7:30pm Squash competition Wed: 6pm to 7pm Mixed Soccer Thur: 9:30am Mannum Movers 5:45pm Aerobics 6pm to 7pm Mixed Vollyball Fri: 6pm to 8pm Roller Disco or Family Fun Night in alternate weeks

Every Thursday: Mannum Information Centre  Pine Park Murray Bridge Depart Arrive Depart Return Mannum 10.00am Murray Bridge 10.45am Murray Bridge 2.30pm Mannum 3.10pm 1st and 3rd Tuesday: Mannum Information Centre  Pine Park Murray Bridge Mannum 10.00am Murray Bridge 10.30am Murray Bridge 1.30pm Mannum 2.00pm

All material submitted for publication is subject to editorial approval. This is done not to censor, but to ensure topics are relevant to the content of Mannum Mag.

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