Collie Bulletin June 9, 2022 by Collie River Valley Bulletin

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Bank strikes ﬁrst spike for radio

Collie’s uptake above WA’s state average THE uptake of rooftop solar in Collie has exceeded the State average. Some 1500 homes and businesses in Collie have rooftop solar panels. Synergy’s manager of service design and planning, Kelley Yeats, said the Collie uptake of just over 40 percent compared with a WA uptake of just over one-inthree homes (33 percent). “Collectively these homes generate more energy than Synergy’s 854 megawatt Muja Power Station, the state’s largest power station,” Ms Yeats said. The uptake in rooftop solar generation has meant an increase in electricity flowing into the network which has reduced demand from traditional power stations. It has presented a challenge to network system stability, known colloquially as the “duck curve”. “This occurs particularly on sunny days, when rooftop

solar output is high, but energy demand is low.” Ms Yeats said innovative energy solutions are being developed to embrace the increase in renewable energy. This includes a virtual power plant (VPP) being trialled over 500 residences, schools and businesses in WA. The aim of the VPP is to smooth out the duck curve and stabilise the network. “A VPP is a network of distributed energy resources (DER) such as rooftop solar to generate and store renewable energy at a local level and provide the same services as a traditional power plant,” Ms Yeats said. The State Government’s flagship DER pilot program, Project Symphony, is being delivered in partnership with Western Power, the Australian Energy Market Operator and Energy Policy WA, testing co-ordinated DER integration in Perth’s Southern River region.

Community Bank Collie directors Ian Miﬄing, John Piavanini and Ken Smallwood were on site to lend a hand to Collie Community Radio project manager Mark Sanders sizing up the site for the new radio station. See story on page 7.

Colourful plants for main street

THE garden beds surrounding the swimming pool have undergone a transformation from lawn and weeds to native ground cover. Page 3

Tipping comp is neck and neck

LITTLE Blue Door owner, Christy Davidson, and LJ Mechanical’s Rusti Pitchers, are joint leaders in the Bulletin’s football tipping competition. Page 6

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Parliament hears of highway cleaner LOCAL volunteer Terry Ransome was recently recognised in Parliament for his contributions to the Collie community. Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns acknowledged him as part of a 90-second statement during National Volunteer Week. Mr Ransome has picked up rubbish along Coalfields Highway for many years, ensuring Collie’s roads are tidy. Mrs Hanns said Mr Ransome is dedicated to keeping Collie clean. “He deeply loves his community and shows his love for Collie not just in words, but in deeds,” she said.

“Terry loves the McGowan Government’s Containers for Change initiative, as it uses the bottles and cans he collects on the roadside for his fuel and incidental costs. “Terry is a fantastic example of volunteering, and I thank him in this National Volunteer Week.” Signs were recently installed along Coalfields Highway to thank Mr Ransome for his many contributions to keeping the town clean. Mr Ransome’s voluntary work was recognised in 1999 when he was named Collie’s Australia Day Citizen of the Year.

AT WORK: Fairview Principal Andrew Whitney and Sharen Callen, of Cue Learning, working with Quinn Loxton and Austin Cole.

Teaching teachers new ways to teach

BEING able to read and write is an essential lifeskill which is being made a priority at Fairview Primary School, with an expert in the field passing on her knowledge to teachers this week. South Australians Sharon and Phil Callen spent Friday taking teachers through an intensive training session. This week, they were in the classrooms, helping teachers implement their lessons. Fairview principal Andrew Whitney said reading has been an ongoing focus at the school. “Low literacy rates are concerning, so literacy is now a real whole-of-school priority for us,” Mr Whitney said. “It is not just our school which needs to boost it, it is a concern throughout the South-

west. “Not being able to read and write is a real disability, it’s a lifeskill that we all need, not just with books but also with devices such as ipods and laptops, reading street signs, filling-in forms and reading instructions on medicine.” “However, books continue to be a great source of information and entertainment.” As an independent school, Fairview is given a budget by the Department of Education, which it can direct to areas seen as essential. “I learned of Sharon and Phil Callen on their podcast, and could see they would be the right fit in our program, so I invited them to come to us,” Mr Whitney said. Ms Callen has experience in Australia and New Zealand and provided a literacy

consultancy to the New York City Board of Education for six years. “I wanted to support teachers, to have a bigger impact than just in the classroom,” Ms Callen said. “In South Australia, there was simply very little professional development offered within the system, so I went private.” In New York, the school population had a large proportion of Spanish speakers, but she enjoyed the challenge. Ms Callen said that showing children that if they can read a book and discuss what they have read, they can then become their own authors. “By vocalising, they can create an image in their heads to better understand a story.”

NEW LOOK: The PCYC’s Linda Gallagher and Kristy Milne with the new entrance sign at the centre.

New look for PCYC COLLIE Police and Citizens Youth Club (PCYC) has a new logo. The change comes after 10 years of using the old design, and represents the club’s connection with police through the use of chevrons and the colour blue. The logo was designed with sport brands in mind, as sport and recreation has been central to the PCYC since its inception. The re-branding has meant new signage has been fitted

around the centre, including the car park and entrance. Manager Linda Gallagher said the logo was more aligned with what the PCYC does. “Red is an aggressive colour so they have removed the red and enhanced the blue, which is a calming colour,” Ms Gallagher said. “Our timeline at the front door stops everyone the moment they walk through the door and everyone has said how great it looks.”

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Colourful plants for main street

THE garden beds which surround the swimming pool have undergone a transformation from lawn and weeds to native groundcover. After spraying to remove the grass and weeds, beds of matting were installed to suppress any possible future weed growth and the whole area has been planted with varieties of native groundcover. Shire of Collie parks and gardens superintendent Brad Young said the groundcover will be quite colourful, presenting an attractive appearance. Eremophila and acacia are two of the varieties selected. Replacing the lawn will be a good move for parks and gardens staff, as mowing the sloping beds was a daunting task for them.

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NATIVE PLANTING: Shire of Collie parks and gardens workers Jamayca Lockyer and Jadon Clopman were busy on Tuesday planting the new groundcovers in front of the swimming pool in Throssell Street.

Dam not expected to overﬂow in 2022

IT IS unlikely Wellington Dam will overflow this year following a forecast of below-average rainfall this winter, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. Water Corporation regional manager Nicola Waite said a number of factors impact levels within the dam. “Peak levels are generally reached towards the end of winter,” she said. “Wellington Dam is an irrigation dam with water releases controlled by Harvey Water to supply irrigation users for agriculture and industry, so there is generally a steady release throughout the year to supply water users downstream.” The dam is currently at 67 percent capacity, holding 124 billion litres. Its maximum capacity is 185-billion litres.

“In order for the dam to reach maximum capacity and spill, the dam would need to receive a minimum of 61-billion litres of inflow, however, this does not account for outflows,” Ms Waite said. Ms Waite said when the dam does eventually overflow, the water will not ruin the mural. “The dam is protected with a coating to improve the longevity of the artwork,” she said. On average, dam levels in the south west are storing 24 percent more water than this time last year. Harris Dam, which supplies potable water to Collie and 44 towns in the Great Southern, has 12 percent more water than in June, 2021. “While last year’s rainfall has had some impact on the storage capacity of dams across the region, the long-term

rainfall trend across the south west shows a pattern of decline, accelerated by the effects of climate change,” Ms Waite said. “It is projected that winter rainfall will decrease by up to six percent by 2030, and 12 percent by 2100.” Ms Waite said the Water Corporation is adapting to declining rainfall patterns by investing in integrated water-supply schemes. She said this will cater for areas with a growing population and a high demand for water, such as in the Warren-Blackwood region. The Winter Sprinkler Switch-Off initiative - a ban on sprinklers for all scheme and bore water users in Perth, Mandurah and some parts of the South-west - started last week, June 1, and will finish on August 31.

Division one win for lucky local

A FIRST division Saturday Lotto ticket was sold at Reuben’s News last week. The draw was on Saturday, June 4, and the dividends went to 17 winners, including six sold here in Western Australia. Each winner received $319,939.66.

Manager Paul Reuben said the win creates excitement for the town. “Six weeks ago we sold two division two tickets, worth $8000 and $11,000 each, so now we have a first division and it has created a talking point amongst the locals,” Mr Reuben said.

TEACH your children to protect themselves from harm through a new workshop at Child and Parent Centre Collie Valley. The Protective Behaviours Program is designed to teach children

body awareness and ownership, to be mindful of personal space and to be assertive with their body and feelings. Children will be encouraged to hold space for all feelings, which can lead

“It just goes to show that you have to be in it to win it.” The last first-division ticket sold in Collie was at Collie News, when the branch of Reuben’s News was next to Coles. It has since closed. Due to privacy reasons, Mr Reuben could not reveal who the lucky winner was.

Teaching children safe boundaries

to an awareness of what is right and wrong. The workshop will be on June 13, from 11.30am to 1.30pm. To book your spot, call 9734 3364. Creche will be available.

Wishes to sincerely thank The Coal Miners’ Welfare Board of Western Australia for their generous donation towards the cost of the new ceiling in Noyes Memorial Hall. The Hall was built in 1933 and has served the Collie Community throughout its 89-year history. We also wish to thank Bendigo Community Bank, Collie for their generous donation towards the cost of Noyes Memorial Hall repairs and a new shed for the Opportunity Shop. We are grateful to the people of Collie for the generous donations to the Op Shop and we are looking foward to continuing to serve the Collie Community.

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SHIRE UPDATE

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The Coalfields Museum and Historical Research Centre A Gala Quiz Night to be held at the Collie Football Club On Saturday June 25, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m For tickets and information contact coalfieldsmuseum@gmail.com or 9734 1852

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Schools hard hit by pandemic

COLLIE schools were heavily impacted by COVID-19 with one school, Amaroo, operating classes at 50-percent capacity last term. Principal Ben Ratz said class numbers reached their lowest points at the end of term, but have since returned to normal. Teachers were to be commended on their hard work, he said. “Delivering the curriculum and supporting students' individual needs when we weren’t sure who, or how many students, would turn up was certainly a challenge,” Mr Ratz said. “But one that our staff faced with positivity, and were able to ensure excellent outcomes for our students.” He said one of the school’s current issues was lack of staff - since student numbers had increased, staff were now falling ill. “Ensuring that we had

a teacher in front of every class and enough education assistants to support our students was a daily challenge,” Mr Ratz said. “I am proud to say that due to the diligent work of our school admin, our Amaroo network of staff and relief contacts has seen us through this challenge with relatively little impact on learning,” Mr Ratz said. St Brigid’s School principal Carmel Costin said it had experienced very few cases of COVID in term one. “Since the lifting of the mask mandate, we have experienced a gradual rise in the number of cases in our school,” Ms Costin said. Collie Senior High School was also affected by the pandemic. However, principal Dale Miller said the school was well supported with clear guidelines from the Department of Education. Principals across the

state had weekly meetings so they could keep the school community up-todate, she said. “Parents and carers were fantastic at communicating with the school and doing the right thing,” Ms Miller said. She said that the high school’s lowest attendance was 57 percent in week 10 of term one. Ms Miller said attendance, half-way through term two, was now above 75 percent. “We adjusted curriculum and reporting requirements to take pressure off students and staff,” Ms Miller said. To assist with staff shortages, many were required to work outside their normal scope. “We have been able to access relief from Perth - which has been helpful to support local staff,” Ms Miller said.

ADMIRING: Trudi Curran with Cassi Jo Davis’ mixed media, Kangaroo Kate, at last weekend's “A Glimpse of Blackwood River Valley Art” exhibition opening.

Gallery puts funds to good use

COLLIE Art Gallery is making good use of recent funding allocations. The gallery’s most recent grant, for $23,104, came from the Art on the Move program which is supporting its ability to host more touring exhibitions. The funding was a State Government election promise. Gallery director Payam Parishanzadeh said it was the third grant the gallery had received since 2019.

“It has allowed upgrading of the gallery to make it fit to host touring exhibitions,” Mr Parishanzadeh said. “The first grant funded our electronic sign, then we got extra lighting, and we now have acoustic panels in the reception area. “The State Art Gallery is keen to get some of its collection in Perth out into the regional areas.” See also “Vibrant and varied art goes on display”, page 17.

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Joint tipping leaders

LITTLE Blue Door owner, Christy Davidson, and LJ Mechanical’s Rusti Pitchers, are joint leaders in the Collie River Valley Bulletin football tipping competition. And, with nine local businesses hot on their heels, the next few AFL rounds will be critical. Christy said she cannot claim all the credit for her success so far - it is largely due to her partner, Ace “Finch” Matthews. Likewise, Rusti is helped weekly by his mother Jo Pitchers. “He will sit down and analyse the last two or three games, including margins, where they are playing, players statistics and any injuries,” she said. However, Jo attributes her success to “gut feeling” and said she loves the excitement the competition brings. “I don’t know many of the players, so I go with my intuition,” she SMART TIPPING: Little Blue Door owner said. Christy Davidson shares the lead in the Collie Despite her success, Jo won’t River Valley Bulletin football tipping competi- say much on a potential overall tion with Jo Pitchers from LJ Mechanical. win.

Hearing check-ups

ONE in three Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children are impacted by hearing problems. This can be prevented by ensuring children and babies have early and regular check ups. HAPEE Ears for Early Years will be visiting Collie next Wednesday to provide free hearing tests to 0-6 year olds. To make a booking, call 9734 3581. No referrals necessary.

“It would be great to win the whole thing but it is just great being involved with the community through the competition,” she said. Christy said she is facing the rest of the competition with a competitive edge. “It would be nice if I won, but winning isn’t everything, and you can have a few rounds where you second-guess yourself and I don’t want to jinx it,” she said. Christy said she views the competition as a conversation starter. “It is a bit of fun, some banter, something to look forward to each week and is different from your normal competition,” she said. Henderson Hardware owner Ash Stewart, Chris Black from Floorworld Collie, TR Anderson Painting owner Troy Anderson and Unity Bank employee Jo Crowe are all four points off the lead. The competition details - including the leaderboard - can be viewed on page 15.

Quiz kicks-off 125th COLLIE’S 125 year celebrations begin on Saturday, June 25, with a quiz night at the Collie Eagles clubrooms. A total of $2000 worth of local shopping vouchers will be awarded, with outright winners taking home $1000 worth of vouchers. The Coalfields Museum and Historical Research Centre (CMHRC) will host the quiz night as thanks to the town for their support of the museum. The CMHRC will not profit from the event, but junior football and local businesses will. Funding to run the event and provide the prizes has come from the 125 Year celebration committee. “We want to thank Collie people for their support, so

this is our contribution, and local groups and organisations will benefit from the proceeds,” CMHRC co-ordinator Tom Reardon said. Questions for the quiz will be based on Collie’s history, its present and its future. Mr Reardon said that readers of the Collie River Valley Bulletin’s Museum Morsels (page 15) may have an advantage in the history questions, and he advised people to keep their eyes peeled as they move around the town when questions about Collie today are asked. “We believe the quiz will be a lot of fun, and we want people to enjoy themselves at a good night to launch the 125 Year celebrations,” he said.

“We have the support of the Collie Eagles Football Club, the South West Development Commission, Collie River Valley Bulletin, Collie Community Radio and the Collie Chamber of Commerce and Industry. “Proceeds of ticket sales and bar takings will go to the football club, who are catering for the supper, which will be served at the tables. “The costs of the supper and nibbles which will be on the tables are covered in the ticket price, but drinks can be bought from the bar.” Tables of six to eight people can be booked by contacting Mr Reardon at the museum, or by calling him on 0418 792 962.

Company looks to town’s future SOUTH32 Worsley Alumina’s $415,000 funding of the Collie Tourism Marketing Strategy is seen by the company as a way of contributing to the Collie community’s well-being. This was said on Tuesday by the company’s vice president, operations, Erwin Schaufle. “This significant new investment will support efforts to secure a strong future for Collie, helping to attract more tourists to this beautiful and historic region, and diversifying its economy,” he said. Mr Schaufler said the money would allow the shire to employ a marketing co-ordinator to deliver key components of the strategy, and attract visitors to the town. The funds will also be used in co-sponsorship of “Kaya Collie” - a series of celebrations to mark 125 years since Collie was gazetted as a town.

TOURISM FUTURE: Collie shire president Sarah Stanley, South32 Worsley Alumina vice president, operations, Erwin Schauﬂer, Collie Visitor Centre manager Janine Page and South32 corporate affairs specialist Dee O’Brien at the Collie Visitor Centre on Monday. Collie Shire president Sarah Stanley said the shire was grateful for the generous support. “With South32’s assistance, we’ll be showcasing Collie’s natural playgrounds, our proud history and our exciting future through the Kaya

Collie series of events,” she said. South32 Worsley Alumina has also supported the Coalfields Museum and Historical Research Centre, the disc golf course, Wallsend Mine Memorial project and Collie Trail Fest.

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RECONCILIATION: Amaroo Primary School student Alexander Davis holds the framed version of the Indigenous ambassador shirt he designed last year. Katala Ruane (bottom left), Zoe Ireland (top left), Mylee Ireland (centre), Leah Naysmith (top right) and Gabrielle Coyle (bottom right) have been named as Indigenous ambassadors alongside him.

Ambassadors selected SIX students from Amaroo Primary School have been chosen as Indigenous Ambassadors, and will represent the school at special events. Four students from year five, and two from year six, were elected to be role models for younger students. The chosen students have each been given an ambassador’s shirt, which represents the colours of the Aboriginal flag. They will wear them to National Sorry Day, Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC events, and they will also lay the Indigenous wreath at ANZAC assemblies. Two more special events - Indigenous Literacy Day and National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day - have also

been added to the school’s celebrations calendar. Principal Ben Ratz said he had an “overwhelming sense of pride” seeing the students embrace Aboriginal culture. “It is important for reconciliation to understand where we have come from and where we are going,” Mr Ratz said. At an assembly last Thursday, in respect of Reconciliation Week, the year-five students performed the song, “The Children Came Back”, a piece by Aboriginal artist and activist, Briggs. The song is a cover of “Took the Children Away”, by Archie Roach. Year-five student Alexander Davis was also presented with a framed version of the Aboriginal shirt he designed last year for a school-wide competition.

St Vinnie’s history hiding in a suitcase A MANDURAH woman recently uncovered old documents relating to Collie’s St Vincent de Paul Society. Catherine Chappell said she found the documents - which related to the St Vincent de Paul Society Collie Conference - in an old suitcase belonging to her parents. She said the files were dated December 1935 to July 1962, and April 1988 to May 1990. She also found minutes of the Sacred Heart Sodal-

ity from May 1966 to April 1978, and a relic of St Vincent de Paul. Mrs Chappell’s maiden name was Graham, and her parents, Margaret and Andrew, were members of the Collie Conference, she said. They were also members of St Brigid’s Parish, and her mother served on the Parish Council and was a member of the historical society. Mrs Chappell believed her mother may have used the documents in her history research.

ARMED with plans, measuring tape, a sledge hammer and picket, Community Bank Collie directors took a closer look at the site for the topwn’s new radio station. They were joined by project manager Mark Sanders. It was a long-awaited moment for them all, as the bank’s finance committee has worked closely with the community radio station as the lead donor. With just the drainage plans to sign off on, it is expected that work will start soon on digging trenches on the steeply-sloping block. “I am happy to see this happen, as it is the sort of thing we like to give our support to – bricks and mortar which will establish something that will last into the future,” Mr Piavanini said. “We have lent a hand to a plethora of local organisations in our 20 years in town, with some $8million invested back into the community, but mainly through things like providing equipment or footy jumpers to clubs. “They are good things but they only last a short time. “The radio station is a real asset to the town, and it can only go on to

better things with fit-for-purpose studios.” Mr Miffling supported Mr Piavanini in his views. “There’s probably not an organisation in town that we haven’t helped in some way, but this one is really pleasing,” Mr Miffling said. Mr Piavanini said that the bank provides community support through the arm of Collie & Districts Financial Services Ltd, but not many people realise this is the case. “We picked up a couple of awards at the Collie Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards a couple of weeks ago, but we had to enter uner the name Collie & Districts Financial Services Ltd as that is the avenue through which we do our community support,” he said. “I don’t think people realised that it was the bank which was being recognised. “This radio station is a great project that we are supporting, and we can’t wait to see it ready to take over from the temporary premises which have been in use for 17 years.”

ARTIST Annie Labriola will present a workshop at Collie Art Gallery in July. Ms Labriola is a professional artist and sculptor who teaches all mediums of art. Her workshop will allow artists to take a closer look at form and colour, urging them to be bold, brave and have fun. Artists are encouraged to bring pastels, flower photos,

large pastel paper, backing board and snacks. All levels of artistry will be catered for. The workshop was originally scheduled for June however, due to conflicting circumstances, the workshop is now on Saturday, July 2, from 11am to 3pm. To register, contact the gallery on 9734 2921.

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with Nola Green Markets THE Goods Shed markets in Forrest Street will be open on Sunday from 8am to 1pm. There will be the usual wide variety of stalls, offering a range of goods. Morning tea or coffee is available, and you can catch up with friends as you browse the stalls. Quiz night Mark the date on your calendars – Saturday, June 25, for the gala quiz night which kicks off the 125 year celebrations at the Collie Eagles Football Club. Doors open at 6pm for a 7pm start. Tables of six to eight will compete for a total of $2,000 in prizes. Tables can be booked, or individual tickets at $10 per person can be purchased at the Collie museum on Thursday to Monday, 9am to 3pm. Art gallery As well as the new exhibition “A Glimpse of the Blackwood River Valley” - which will run for six weeks from June 4 to July 17 - local artist Dianne Clark has works on the wall of the minor gallery room. This is well worth a look, and you can browse the gallery for gift suggestions. The art gallery is open on Thursdays to Mondays, 10am to 4pm. Board games Collie Public Library is changing the dates of its board game nights, held every four weeks. The next session will be on Friday, June 10. Future dates are July 8 and August 5. The library supplies a selection of games each month, but you are welcome to bring in your favourite and share with other gamers. BYO snacks and drinks. Parkrun Collie River Trail parkrun is held every Saturday at 8am at Soldiers’ Park. You can run, walk,

stroll, bring your kids, your dog on a leash, or push a pram. This is for fun and exercise, not a competition. Winter hours Coalfields Museum has moved to winter hours, changing from seven days a week to five days a week for the colder months. It is open from Thursdays to Mondays, 9am to 3pm. However, it will be open seven days a week for the July school holidays. Riff Raff Dancing Riff Raff Dancing is on at the PCYC on Monday nights at 7.30pm. If you are interested in learning to do ballroom dancing, this is the perfect opportunity. Arrive at 7pm and they will help you brush up your moves. Call Wendy on 0427 343 828 for more information. Visitors’ Centre The Visitors’ Centre has a wide range of local souvenirs and crafts, with woodwork a feature. If you haven’t been there recently, pop in and have a browse. Bingo Collie Eagles bingo is held each Thursday at the football clubrooms. Doors open at 6.30pm, eyes down at 7.30pm. All welcome, but masks must be worn when entering the clubrooms. Police Rangers Police Rangers nights have returned to the PCYC on Mondays, 4.30pm to 6.30pm for 11 years old and over. This is a cost-free activity, and enquiries are welcome. Signing centre If you have documents that need witnessing, Collie’s JPs offer a signing centre on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, from 9.30am till noon, and on Thursdays from 1.30pm to 3pm, at the Collie Courthouse.

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LAST week I had the pleasure of attending a breakfast with our Minister for Health, Amber Jade Sanderson, along with some of my parliamentary colleagues. I was joined by Dr Scott White as my guest to this event. Dr White was born and raised in Collie and attended Fairview Primary School and Collie Senior High School. He is now one of WA’s top obstetricians and medical researchers. It was amazing to also be able to meet and speak with the fabulous Dr Fiona Wood at this breakfast. Dr Wood treated a friend of mine that was badly injured in the Bali bombings – both my friend and Dr Wood are amazing! I ATTENDED the launch of the 2022 Fuel to Go & Play Association Championships last Saturday where I caught up with the U13 girls from Collie Netball Association. The team performed fabulously, and the results reflected that! Well done to MVP’s Aleisha Corradetti, Milla Harker and Ava Roney, as well as all the other amazing players. Congratulations to all involved in this great event. APPLICATIONS are now open for the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund. There is a total of $12.5 million available state-wide for allocation in the 2022/23 funding round. This program provides financial assistance to local government authorities and community groups to develop and upkeep sustainable, good quality, well-designed and well-utilised facilities for sport and recreation. To stay up to date feel free to email my office at jodie.hanns@mp.wa.gov.au AS WA has now reached an amazing third dose vaccination rate of well over 80 percent, vaccination, mandates and restrictions will be easing over the coming weeks. As of last week, unvaccinated Australians or permanent residents will no longer have to quarantine for seven days upon returning to WA. As of June 10, WA’s mandatory vaccination policy will only apply to healthcare and health support workers in hospitals and primary care settings, workers in residential aged care and workers in residential disability settings.

AH, LIFE. There’s nothing like experiencing events from both ends of the spectrum to bring it into sharp relief. As I write this, I’ve attended the funeral of a much loved, but older, person and met a shiny new one. Such is the cycle of life - except unlike the famous movie, my life seems to be more “Four Funerals and a Wedding” these days. As I’m afforded the opportunity to attend so many funerals, it has occurred to me that it might be prudent to take notes - given I’m closer to the end of my life than the beginning. So what have I learned? Firstly, it’s important to have articulate offspring who will speak eloquently about you. A dash of humour doesn’t go astray either. Secondly, there should be a range of grandchildren of varying ages. The older ones should be musically gifted, so that they can perform an uplifting instrumental tribute. The younger ones should charmingly place items of significance on the coffin. Thirdly there should be a commotion at the back of the room and a man should come racing down the aisle, whip out a harmonica and play a hauntingly beautiful piece for his recently-departed friend. I say “racing”, in the way that only a 94-yearold with a walking frame can race, and “whipping out” in the way that only a 94-year-old can pat every possible pocket about their person and finally find what they are looking for. Finally, it is imperative that there be nice food afterwards. A clear, sunny day would help too. Hopefully, if I pass this information on to my family they’ll have enough time to get cracking on the arrangements. As to the shiny new baby - thanks to various social media platforms and a grandmother (my sister) who is quite active in this realm - I’ve seen plenty of photos of her sleeping, yawning, smiling, scrunching up her face and looking quizzically at the camera. There have even been some shots of the baby. One cute baby picture included a medal proclaiming that she had slept from 8pm to 3.30am. Humph, where’s my medal? I do this quite regularly. It will give us something in common as a conversation starter though. Somewhat alarmingly, as she arrived dressed in a pretty white dress and leggings, her mother allowed that there hadn’t been a bowel movement for 24 hours. While the visit went swimmingly, it did resemble a game of musical chairs as the baby was hurriedly passed on at the slightest grimace or rumble from the nether regions. I don’t know which is the greater privilege - to be able to reflect on a life well-lived, and share memories with friends and family, or to be a part of the joy and wonder that a new baby brings. Both experiences are at once humbling and inspiring. Now, who knows a good caterer?

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Long way to the top It is not unusual to hear first time visitors to Collie express their surprise about the beauty of town and its surrounds. “I had no idea it was so pretty,” is a common remark. What was a bit unusual was to hear a lady who was by no means in the first blush of youth explain that yes, it was her first visit to Collie, and yes, she was surprised it is so pretty. Her listeners were surprised too, as she had had a surprising distance to travel to the town – all the way from Bunbury. It must be that hill that is the problem. Age of wisdom A local bloke who is the son of a former shire president said this week his father had some advice for a couple of young businessmen who had been elected to council and expected to immediately run the show. Pointing out that wisdom came with age, the dad said that in tribes, it was always the grey beards who were in charge, and there was a reason for that – they were smarter. As the son is well past retirement age, he fully endorses this sentiment. Answering the call There was a time when the nearest tree was a golfer’s friend when he had to answer the call of nature, but that’s no longer the case at the local club. A regular at the club reported that when he answered the call last week he heard females chuckling in the background. “I didn’t realise I was so close to the path to Minni, and that there’s always people using it.” Scoreboard optimism The scoreboard at the rec. ground had the home team ahead 70 goals to 11 on Sunday. Perhaps it was just a tad bit optimistic as half an hour away, at Brunswick, the Eagles got close but eventually went down by two points to the Lions.

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Erik’s biking passion drives trails project

People: AMY DOROZENKO

ERIK Mellegers loves mountain biking. So much so, he has dedicated his life’s work to the sport. Erik owns Collie’s bike shop, Crank’n Cycles, and has been at the forefront of developing the mountain-bike trail network in town. From a young age, Erik rode mountain bikes in and around Collie, and said he saw the town’s true potential when he opened his shop. Erik said that when he went into business in 2007 - and after discussion with other riders - he saw Collie’s potential as a mountain biking destination. “Rather than just ad hoc guys building trails out in the bush, I wanted to really promote getting trails sanctioned and marked, going through all the right channels so Collie could have it as an asset,” Erik said. As a team, he and his fellow riders cleared all the bikes out of his shop and held the meeting that would pave the way into Collie’s biking future. “A big group of us sat down and we had some people from other mountain bike clubs involved in the conversation,” he said. From there, the group decided the best way forward was to form a bike group, which worked under the corporation of the Collie Cycle Club. “It is one of the few clubs that has a road arm, and a mountain bike arm,” Erik said. The club worked closely with the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) and the Shire of Collie to put their plan for a trail net-

work into action. Erik said that at first, work moved slowly. “DBCA didn’t really have a framework for establishing trails so we were one of the proactive clubs at the time in the state that worked with their Wellington District office,” he said. Together, they drew up a plan identifying areas to work in. This included mapping the trails, and figuring out what “feel” those trails would have. A plan for the South-West was developed, and was closely followed by a state master plan. This allowed the club to receive funding from the state government to build the trails. “For a while, there was a lot of talk about all these plans and nothing happening,” Erik said. In the past five years, the potential of mountain biking as a tourist attraction became evident to the state government, Erik said. “They saw it as a recreational activity and really started to seriously look into putting money into mountain biking,” he said. “The Collie Strategy was funded for $10 million and included Rod Annear at DBCA, an avid mountain biker, who is very proactive within the community. “He put a lot of work into making the trails happen for Collie,” Erik said. Erik said he has enjoyed seeing the development of the trails, and has become the second point of call for tourists. As part of the grand plan for Collie, Erik spent a lot of time in Arklow Forest putting together a temporary network of trails, which was sign posted and could be mapped. This became the grounding for what was to come.

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PASSION: Erik Mellegers has a passion for all things related to mountain biking. “As the trails developed there were bits of single track that would go in and replace parts of these loops to the point where we are now at,” Erik said. The trails through Arklow are predominantly single track, with some fire trails. “Having those tracks meant that we could have people come to Collie that wanted to mountain bike and keep them updated on what had been added and what was to come,” he said. Erik said he was excited to see old trails “revamped” as part of the project. Ray’s Trail and Dead Cats received major revamps as part of this, he said. “There is an international standard which was made by International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) many years ago, and then here in Western

Australia with DBCA we have created our own guidelines which match IMBA,” Erik said. Given the topography and soil types in Collie, Erik said the trails needed to suit conditions with regular maintenance, research and revision. “The trails that existed weren’t too hard to get approved, taking into consideration the amount of soil erosion caused by water runoff, which we realigned and are now much better.” These trails were part of the major work early on. Erik said that before Christmas this year, he expects a corridor in Allanson - approximately 600 metres long - should be ticked off by Main Roads for the development of more trails. “It has been very exciting to be part of it,” Erik said.

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MUSEUM MORSELS Contributor: TOM REARDON AFTER reading of the exploits of David Hay in last week’s Collie River Valley Bulletin, one could presume that was the definitive story of Collie coal and the reward for its discovery. But the situation was not that clear. There were arguments over the word “discovery”, and whether finding one piece of coal could be classed as a discovery. It was debated whether to discover coal in Collie, meant a person had to discover a seam of coal. First, let us deal with the position of Jas H Dixon, the legal manager of the Collie Commercial Coal Co. Dixon recognises in a letter to the editor of the Bunbury Herald in April 1895, that Hay “had taken a prominent place in every public, social and patriotic movement here, and is held in worthy esteem by the oldest inhabitant, for his energy and enterprise”. In other words, he was well liked and well respected. Therefore, his account must have been accurate. Dixon suggests that Hay maintains his connection with Collie coal dates around August 1889. However, Dixon called a public meeting on May 24, 1889, at the Rose Hotel and submitted a prospectus to several gentlemen with the view of forming a company to thoroughly prospect the locality of coal in the Collie

region. This company was listed, and within seven days the share list was filled. The company procured a Tiffen borer, and operations started at the coal pits. It was on December 14, 1889, that the manager reported passing through a nine-inch seam of coal. These operations continued until the capital was exhausted. It was about this time that the steamer, S S Rob Roy, arrived in Bunbury. Hay was given a piece of coal only to be told by Jessie Perren (Perren is spelt Perrin in some reports) that he knew where there was a better sample. This is where the stories start to differ. Dixon claims he travelled with Hay on the 70-mile round trip to see Perren, but to no avail. Dixon says they met Arthur Perren on the way back to Bunbury. On meeting Perren, they were told that he had a better sample and he showed them a handkerchief with some coal in it. After some haggling, it was agreed that if Perren was given 20 shares in the Mineral Prospecting Machinery Company and the payment of rent for 300 acres that were to be taken up in the three names, he would show Hay and Dixon the place where he found the coal. However, Perren would decide when he would take them on the expedition, and it appears he made them wait more than a week. On the appointed day, Dixon had a previous engagement and could not go. Hay brought back some samples and it was decided to take them to Perth the following Monday. Dixon and Hay boarded the coach, and when it arrived in Brunswick, Arthur Perren was waiting for the coach. On the journey, Perren had informed Dixon that since he had not accompanied Hay and himself on the expedition the previous Friday, the 300 acres would only be taken up in the names of Perren and Hay. According to Dixon, Hay resented this change so when they got to Pinjarrah (as it was called) the pair went to the po-

lice station for a quantity of land applications. They filled them out, placed them in a package and sealed them up. Before leaving the next morning, the pair went to the telegraph office and wired the manager of the stables in Perth to send a messenger on horseback to meet the Bunbury coach at the Canning. When the coach arrived at the Canning, Dixon met the messenger and gave him the applications and the money so that before the coach arrived in Perth, the lands had already been applied for and Perren was frozen out of the deal.

“I question if Mr Perren knows the meaning of the word ‘outcrop’ as it was a term he learned several years later”. In due course, Dixon floated another company - The Collie Commercial Coal Co - with a capital of £5000 in 20,000 shares at five shillings each. The money was spent on prospecting and advertising the Collie coal field and was reported to the government of the day. According to Dixon, the company procured a tonne of coal from the Collie pits and had it tried on the railways, in local factories with an amount being sent to Perth. This action was accompanied by a statutory declaration that the coal was obtained from an area within 100 yards (90 metres) from the H Tree. A seam of about two-metres deep was found. This discovery was to show that a large amount of capital was needed to place the production of coal in Collie on a commercial footing. Dixon opened negotiations with eastern investors and, while the government made offers of concessions to the compa-

ny, they were of such a nature that the company could not accept them. When reading the company’s correspondence with the government, it became apparent that the Government was convinced of the importance of the field and intended to carry on the development. But with the mounting pressure of government regulations and monetary concerns, the company reluctantly withdrew from further coal exploration on the Collie fields. In that same letter to the editor to the Bunbury Herald in 1895, Dixon takes exception to the fact that Hay completely ignores the role played by Dixon and the company in the discovery of the coal deposits, and claims that he was instrumental in the discovery of coal in the Collie. The debate as to who should be attributed with the discovery of coal in Collie raged on in the press at the time. Although the timeline of events does not alter from what has previously been stated, there are still several differences in the telling of the story and who did what, so to speak. The events occurred in the following order. Hay heard about the coal being found in Collie, and he approached Arthur Perren who produced a handkerchief of coal which prompted a search by Hay and Perren for the source. Apart from some small pieces in the river, a seam was never found. Hay returned with a small party and after more searching, a seam was discovered some way from where Perren stated he found the coal. The coal was tested and the process of obtaining the coal in commercial quantities began. The government geologist at the time paints a distinct timeline for the discovery of coal in Collie. In an 1898 letter to the editor of the West Australian, Mr H P Woodward - former government geologist - wrote that coal was first discovered on the Collie River around 1883 by George Marsh, who was, at the time, employed as a shepherd by Arthur Perren, and to whom he

gave specimens. This discovery remained a secret until about 1888, when Arthur Perren, who at the time was seriously ill, mentioned the matter to his brother, Jesse Perren, who told David Hay. Hay set to work to discover the locality, and eventually obtained a sketch plan from the sick man. Armed with the map, he assembled a party of settlers, who set out for Collie. This party consisted of David Hay, Robert John Heppingstone, John Samuel Gibbs, Luke Crampton, and another. Despite the cold (for it was in the depth of winter), the group waded through all the pools in the river until their search was rewarded at a point near the present T17, where Heppingstone discovered the first seam of coal. Woodward also attributes the discovery of the first seam of coal to Robert John Heppingstone. In later correspondence to the newspapers, Heppingstone also attributes the finding of Perren’s coal to George Marsh, but claims the honour of discovering the first seam of coal in the Collie River. In April 1895, Sir John Forrest led a government delegation to Collie. He proposed a toast to the health of the discoverer of the Collie coalfield - Mr Arthur Perren. “All the development which had been carried out under the control of the Works Department would not have taken place but for the observation of Mr Perren, whom he trusted would not go unrewarded by the parliament of this country,” Sir John Forrest said. Maybe the situation is best summed up by Robert Heppingstone with these words: “To Mr David Hay is due the greatest credit, for it was through his persevering efforts we made the discovery. “I emphatically deny the statement made by Mr Perren that he knew where the outcrop of coal was to be found, and I question if Mr Perren knows the meaning of the word ‘outcrop’ as it was a term he learned several years later”.

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Contributor: KYM SAUNDERS From the Collie Mail, June 13, 2002 Red tape blamed for hold up State Government procrastination was holding Collie back, claimed then Collie Chamber of Commerce executive officer Richard Syme, who said there were a number of projects being held up by government inactivity.

CHURCH OF CHRIST: 165 Prinsep Street. Elder: Evan Mandry 9734 1354. Secretary Glynis 0403 159 668. Sundays: 9.30am, Family Service and Kids Church. Thursdays: 9.30am, Craft & Friendship – Phone Heather 9734 4066 Saturdays: 7.30am, Periodically, Breakfast – Phone Evan 9734 1354. Weekly Bible studies on various days. All enquiries welcomed. Vision Radio (87.6FM) is a Ministry of our Church.

Guides sought for mock tourist mine A lack of tour guides had an adverse impact on the Collie tourist coal mine. Collie Visitors' Centre was looking for volunteer tour guides for the replica underground mine.

COALFIELDS BAPTIST CHURCH: An old fashioned, independent Baptist Church. You are warmly invited to join us for our worship service, Sunday, 2pm, CWA Hall Throssell Street. Enquiries Pastor Chris Manessis 9797 0056, 0439 970 059. pastorcbcaustralind.com

Residents river clean up project A group of community members set its sight on cleaning up the Collie River. Their efforts were focused in the town centre near the Soldiers Park. They used a canoe to pick up debris that had been washed into the river.

FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH: 46 Johnston Street, Collie. All are welcome to join with us in fellowship. Friday: Food Ministry 10am-12noon, Prayer meeting 7pm Sunday: 10am morning service. Sunday School during service. For enquiries phone Pastor Garry Fisher on 9734 3796. ST BRIGID’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Cnr Prinsep and Medic Streets. Parish Priest: Fr. Gerald Tan Secretary: Marie Hicks. 0414 755 054. Office: 9734 2183. email:collieparish@westnet.com.au Weekend Masses: St. Brigid’s: 6.00pm Saturday, 10.00am Sunday. St. Mary’s, Darkan: 8.00am, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month. Baptisms and weddings by request. Reconciliation cancelled, at present, due to social distancing. Vinnie’s shop: 9734 5664. Shopping hours: 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday.

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Sport Eagles to meet an improved Busselton The Collie Eagles were to play an improved Busselton side from the one they beat in the first round of 2002, when they met for the second time at the Collie Recreation Ground.

ALL SAINTS’ ANGLICAN CHURCH: 46 Venn Street. Church Services: Every Sunday at 9am. Morning tea after the service. Holy Communion: First and second Sundays of each month. Morning prayer: all other Sundays. Enquiries to warden: Gwen Molnar. Phone 9734 4020 or 0439 375 598. Op shop: Open Tuesday to Friay 9am - 3pm Church office: Tuesdays only. Secretary email: collieanglican@gmail.com Website: www.allsaintschurchcollie.org BAPTIST CHURCH: Cnr Prinsep and Elouera Streets, North Collie. Church Enquiries: Pastor Timothy van Aarde 0450 880 775. Collie Hospital Chaplain: Timothy van Aarde. Sunday Service : 9.30am Visitors Welcome. Sunday School during Service. Ladies Bible Study Group: Tuesday 10am at the Church. Prayer Meeting: Monday 5pm-6pm at the Church.

Community Bank past $10m. mark The Collie Community Bank offerfed small grants in July, 2002, after raising its first $10 million worth of business. The $10 million mark was passed after five months of operation, said then bank chairman Neil Martin.

'Horror run' follows RDA opening A then looming public liability insurance crisis put the future of Collie's Riding for the Disabled project in jeopardy in June, 2002, just a month after it opened its new premises. SLE Worldwide had said it would not be offering renewals to any equestrian groups beyond their then current policies.

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AN EXHIBITION containing the work of 15 artists was opened at the Collie Art Gallery on Saturday. “A Glimpse of Blackwood River Valley Art” contains the work of 14 Blackwood River Valley artists and one Albany artist.

There are 83 works in the collection, and most were part of the recent Blackwood River Valley Art Trail. Artwork includes oil and watercolour paintings, mixed media, jewellery, pottery, sculpture and machine embroidery. There is also a digital video

Tanya Casley with a Josh Windram seascape.

by Albany artist, John Carberry, who was invited to be part of the exhibition. The exhibition will continue until July 17 at the Collie Art Gallery, which is open Thursdays to Mondays from 10am to 4pm. Visit www.collieartgallery.org.au for more details.

Miranda Free with one of her oils.

Thelma Cluning with some of her freehand machine embroidery pictures.

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ANNIVERSARIES

CAIN (Ross and Lorraine): Congratulations Mum and Dad, Nan and Pops on reaching your 55 years of marriage on 10.6.1967. Take it easy and enjoy your special day together. Love from all your family.

DEATHS HARGREAVES, (Barry): Passed away peacefully on May 27, 2022. Beloved son of the late Robert and Margaret Hargreaves. Loving brother of Tom, Chic and Brian (all dec.). Devoted and loved brother of Peggie Britten. Fond and loving uncle of Desley and Michael. May perpetual light shine upon him. Rest in peace.

FOR SALE A1 FIREWOOD: Any size loads. Pensioner discounts. 0404 186 871. FIREWOOD: Chopped jarrah firewood delivered to Collie. Phone Mumballup Organics 0417 322 007 LIME and FERTILISER: Bulk ag lime and fertiliser delivered bulk to Collie and surrounds, call Mumballup Organics 0417 322 007. QUALITY FIREWOOD: Phone 0499 118 266. SHEEP MANURE: $12/100L bag, minimum 10 bags per order. Free delivery to Collie. Call 0417 322 007.

PUBLIC NOTICES PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE TELSTRA MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT

Corner of Marshall Street and Rowlands Road Collie WA 6225 (www.rfnsa.com.au/6225001) 1. The proposed upgrade to the existing 55metre lattice consists of the removal of three panel antennas and the reuse of the remaining panel antennas, the installation three remote radio units as well as ancillary equipment including retention of existing remote radio unit breakout boxes, hybrid cables and in-shelter works. 2. Telstra regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 based on the description above. 3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to: Patrick Armstrong, Town Planner for Visionstream Pty Ltd (on behalf of Telstra), 1300 836 842, Patrick.armstrong@ventia.com by 24 June 2022.

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EMPLOYMENT Customer Service and Finance Admin

The Shire of Collie is seeking a motivated individual to join our team. The finance administrators duties include, but are not limited to: • Responding to telephone and counter enquires • Assisting with processing and receipting monies • Debtor invoicing • Preparing correspondence • Promoting a positive and professional image of the Shire of Collie The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity for a traineeship in Certificate III in Business Administration following successful completion of probation if desired. Applicants will need to complete an application form which can be found on our website www.collie.wa.gov.au or call into the Administration Office to collect a hard copy. Applications should be addressed to Vicky Carter - Human Resources Officer at hr@collie.wa.gov.au Please include the job title of the position you are applying for in the email subject line. Alternatively, you can send your application in writing to: “Confidential – Human Resources Officer” Shire of Collie Locked Bag 6225, Collie WA 6225 Applications close on 20 June 2022 at 4:30pm Stuart Devenish Chief Executive Officer

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Public Notice Wellington Dam Road Bridge Closure Please be advised the Wellington Dam Road bridge has now been closed to both vehicles and pedestrians in line with recent safety and engineering advice. Traffic management is in place, and visitors and road users are asked to please follow signage. All vehicles can still access the main parking areas at the mural and kiosk via Wellington Dam Road. Light vehicles can also continue to access these areas via River Road. There is no change to access to downstream attractions within the Wellington National Park, including Honeymoon Pool.

Apprenticeships – Electrical and Mechanical Fitting Muja Power Station 2 x Engineering Tradesperson – Certificate III in Electrotechnology (Electrician) Including Certificate IV in Engineering (Instrumentation) 2 x Engineering Tradesperson - Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical) Make a better tomorrow. When you join the team at Synergy, you’re becoming part of Western Australia’s intelligent energy future. We are proud to be the state’s largest energy provider, striving for an efficient and sustainable power supply with the latest innovations in energy usage and storage. Working for Synergy means you’ll play an important role in ensuring that WA is a world-leader in how our customers choose to use, store and trade energy for years to come. Synergy’s focus is the health, safety and wellbeing of our people and the environment in which we operate. You’ll find our core values of innovation, collaboration, accountability and trust are integrated into the culture of every team and the way we do business with our customers, our people and our suppliers. Building tomorrow’s energy future is a big job, and it’s why we only look for the very best people to join us. Electrical (Electrotechnology) and Mechanical Fitting apprenticeship opportunities have become available to join the Generation team on 5th December 2022, based at our Muja Power Station (near Collie, WA). In these exciting positions, you will learn the trade on the job whilst also completing the trade qualification with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Your responsibilities will include the installation, repair mainte-nance and fault finding on fixed plant. Our ideal candidates will possess the following experience and attributes: • Undertaking or have completed Year 11 • Commenced or have completed a pre-apprenticeship or pre-vocational course • Safety focussed • Quick learner • Good numeracy and literacy skills • Work well in a team • Ability to follow instructions Consideration cannot be given to Apprentices who are already in an apprenticeship program. Working in the powerhouses of the energy sector in regional WA, you’ll be supported with the equipment you need, quality facilities and experienced colleagues to help you to do your job to the best of your ability. You’ll love living in a relaxed, scenic community, surrounded by regions renowned for their national parks, beaches and wineries. Working for an employer of choice in the energy sector means that you’ll also enjoy security and benefits above and beyond many other companies. Of course, Synergy is also an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing an equitable and diverse workforce. We always encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people of all diverse backgrounds to apply. Working for an employer of choice also means you will enjoy: • Life Insurance (equivalent to 2 years’ salary) • Discounted Health Insurance with Bupa, Medibank and HBF • Employee recognition programs • Professional Development Opportunities, including training, memberships and study assistance • Purchase Annual Leave – purchase an additional 2 weeks of annual leave per financial year • Social club and community engagement opportunities • Parental Leave options To be considered, you must submit the following documents • Your resume (maximum 2 pages) • Cover letter (including your role preference) maximum 1 page • Your qualifications/licences/tickets (if applicable) • School report (if applicable) To apply go to www.synergy.net.au, click “About Us”, then click on “Careers” and then “Current Opportunities” to find the Apprentice position. Applications will only be considered online. Successful applicants will be required to submit a National Police Check dated within the past 12 months and complete a medical check. Applications close 5pm, 22nd June 2022. Synergy reserves the right to commence the shortlisting process at its discretion. Direct applicants only - we will not be accepting agency-referred applications.

Visitors can still enjoy an excellent view of the Wellington Dam mural from the elevated viewing platform near the carpark

For technical assistance with your application, please email recruitment@synergy.net.au. Please note, applications will not be accepted via this email address. To find out more about our community projects and initiatives, please visit https://www.synergy.net.au/Our-energy/For-our-community

Work to replace the bridge with an improved structure is being progressed as a priority.

Tomorrow can’t wait.

For more information and updates on the Wellington Dam Road bridge replacement project, visit: https://www.watercorporation.com.au/Outages-and-works/OngoingWorks/Wellington-Dam-Road-Bridge-upgrade

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PUBLIC NOTICES

MEN’S SHED AGM: The Collie Men’s Shed Inc. will hold its Annual General Meeting on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at 10.00am in the Collie Men’s Shed, Lot 2890 Forrest Street Collie. All current financial members are invited to attend.

Nominations for election to the Commitee for Committee Positions: Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer and 2 other Ordinary Committee positions to be forwarded in writing to the Secretary 28 days before the Annual General Meeting.

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Colgan wins Sunday bowls event

BOWLS RAY Colgan won Sunday’s event. Chris Sanford was second and Ken Richards was third. The consolation winner was George Saggers. TWO games of triples were played at the Collie Bowling Club on June 1.

TACKLE: Caleb Fogarty tackles his Harvey-Brunswick-Leschanault opponent, while Geoff Cain awaits the outcome in the reserves game.

The winning team with four plus 17 was Max Cubic, Trevor Welsh and Steve Mathews. Close behind with four plus 16 were Jamie Parker, Cheryle Brown and Len Flynn. THE women play bowls every Tuesday and Thursday, weather permitting. Cards and other games will

be played in the clubrooms otherwise. ON June 19, there will be a social game of scroungers against a squad from Eaton Bowling Club. There will be a sausage sizzle between games. If you would like to attend, please sign the notice on the noticeboard.

Wood 2) d Green 1 (B O’Brien); best Blue: J Cochrane, K Del Fante, R Wood; best Green: H Read, S Ruane, D Wellstead. Red 1 (D Larkworthy Drake) d Black 0; best Red: F Wheeler, I Jones, O Wheeler; best Black: M Shepherd, T Pullan, K Davies. FIXTURES: today (Thursday): Primary, 4pm, Black v Blue (B Earl, B Bentley); 5pm, Green v Red (M White, E Williams). Saturday: 3pm, Challenge Cup, Rovers v Swans (M and G Pullan; tech bench Rovers/Swans). Tuesday: mini hockey, 3.45pm session runs 4pm to 5pm (Regan Moloney,

M Jones, S Washer); intermediates 5.15pm Amaroo v Mustangs (S Crowe, A Briggs; tech bench Amaroo/Mustangs); 6.30pm Rovers v Swans (S Michalak, E Wheeler; tech bench Rovers/Swans). Wednesday: catch-up intermediate game 6pm Swans v Mustangs (S Dewar, S Burnett; tech bench Swans/Mustangs). Thursday: catch-up intermediate game 5pm Amaroo v Mustangs (S Crowe, C Crowe; tech bench Amaroo/Mustangs). Bye for primary grade due to women’s country weekend.

Challenge Cup to be played in Collie WOMEN’S HOCKEY

BATTLE: Eagles players Kaelin Ryder, Jake Pitchers and Jye Smith battle with Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault players in the colts clash.

THE Challenge Cup will be played this weekend at the Collie Hockey Ground. It will be the first time in many years. After the first round, the teams that were first and second on the premiership table will face off. RESULTS of women’s hockey matches played last week: Intermediates: Rovers 2 (L Smith, M Bercene) d Amaroo 0; best Rovers: N Bercene, J Storen, Z Hitchcock; best Amaroo: F Worrell, M White, S Michael. Primary: Blue 2 (R

Motion three up in par event

GOLF

NEIL Motion won the Tom Price and Sons par event at the Collie Golf Club last Saturday. A field of 48 men and 10 women battled for the trophies, but it was Motion with +3 claiming the prize. Trevor Lawrence was runner-up on a countback, also on +3. He was followed by Trevor Graham and John Brown, who were separated by countback for the minor position in the top three with +2. Better than handicap scores

were returned by Ron Annandale, John Wray and Mark Malatesta on +1. Greg Moyle, Ash Hollins and Liam Reuben played to theirs with square. Vouchers were awarded to Wayne Waywood, Kevin Ireland, Joe Italiano, Phil Warburton and Dean Rakich on -1. Best visitor was Corey Slater, who also returned +3. In the women’s event, Bev Moyses just got over the line for top spot on square. Dot Lawrence, Nancy Lynn, Jodie Allison, and Angela Ireland had -1.

Extra novelties supplied by the sponsors were won by John Brown, Mark Malatesta and Dot Lawrence. Bruce Jackson took out the last of the club cartons in May, totalling 38 points to edge out the opposition in the Leisure Day field of 30 players. Cameron Davidson, a young golfer on the improve, posted 37 points to finish second. He was three clear of Kevin Ireland on 34. Ken Tate and Neil Motion had matching scores of 33, followed by Paul Moyses on 32. John Brown, Jeff Crowe, Paul

Goodwin, and Jake Timms won a novelty each. Scroungers numbers were down slightly, with an early shower keeping a few of the regulars indoors last Thursday. Long-hitting left-hander Chris Shea, blasted the field of 25 players, taking top spot on 19 points. Five golfers returned a handicap matching score of 18. The group comprised Gary Old, Greg Barrodeen, Phil Warburton, John Wray and Mark Malatesta. Graham Williams, Ray Cooper, John Williamson, and Rick

Shea snared a novelty each. Dorothy Sullivan won the Grandmother’s Cup Stroke event on ladies day, with 73 nett. Dot Lawrence and Vicki Graham filled the next positions on 75, followed by Margaret Whipp and Bev Moyses on 76. The Collie Eagles Football Club is sponsoring this Saturday, with a two-man ambrose. The women will play an individual stableford. Scroungers is on every Thursday. Leisure Day is on Tuesday and ladies day is on Wednesday.

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Eagles second nail biting loss FOOTBALL FOR the second time in as many games, the Collie Eagles league team has got within a kick of recording its first win of the South West Football League season. In another nail-biting finish, the Eagles went down by just two points to Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault, 8.5 (53) to 7.13 (55) at Brunswick Oval last Sunday. The loss comes hard on the heels of the Eagles one point loss to Busselton in its previous outing. Despite the losses, Eagles supporters have been heartened by the commitment shown by the players.

Last Sunday Sam Russell, Luke Abbott and Liam Reuben put in great four-quarter efforts while in attack Reece Kelly was dangerous and finished the contest with three majors. The Eagles have their mid-season bye this weekend before tackling Donnybrook, at Donnybrook, on Sunday, July 19, in a game which coach Kade East will have pencilled in as “winnable”. THE Collie Eagles colts team was beaten 1.4 to the Lions 11.15 in their game last Sunday. Judd Rinder was the solitary goal scorer, while better players were Kaelin Ryder,

Jye Smith, Joshua Elliott, Jake Pitchers, Judd Rinder and Robert Chitty. THE reserves came up against an accurate Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault side which booted 15.1 to the Eagles 6.3. The Eagles goals were kicked by Billy Bebbington (2), Joshua Depiazzi (2), Rory Bebbington and Kieran Scott. The better players were Kieran Escott, Teale DeAngelis, Joshua Depiazzi, Marc Cain, Simon Rivett and Sam Moyses. All Collie Eagles teams have a team bye this weekend.