Darlington Review April 2016

Vol. 56 No. 3 April 2016

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Editorial Of legends and teamwork…

We have a Little Legend in town so there’s no better way of opening this issue than to introduce you to 11-yearold Oliver Cooper of Darlington Junior Cricket Club.

When the WA Cricket Association (WACA) and Toyota called for nominations for their annual Little Legends master classes they were on the lookout for junior cricketers who have earned this title: it could be a junior who just notched their first ton or a young cricketer whose achievement transcends bat and ball — and this is where Olly came in, with the full backing of his team.

His proud mum Lori takes up the story: “Olly has just turned 11 and this is his first full season with Darlington Junior Cricket Club. He played the second half of last season just filling in when numbers were short and had such a wonderful experience that he played the full season this year. We can’t say how fantastic the club has been to him.

“Olly has a rare lung disease that has left him with a lot lower lung function than the other kids, so his ability to keep up with the pace is lower. The kids, however, never question his abilities and work together to make the team not only functional but fun for everybody.

It has brought out the best in all the

kids on the team and it makes it such a pleasure to watch every week.”

To become a Toyota Little Legend Olly needed to be nominated and that was where his coach, Amos White, came in. Says his wife Elenie White: “Olly loves cricket, no matter how much he struggles to breathe, he never complains. His courage and strength inspires all teammates, parents and coaches. It’s what he has brought to our team that is amazing.”

When choosing a number of kids from the nominations, Toyota/WACA selectors were clearly impressed with the DJCC player, so Olly joined others at the WACA nets — with the likes of Geoff Marsh, Dennis Lillee and a few Western Warriors players there to help out.

Olly tells us that he is a bowler, with Mitchell Johnson being his big hero.

And he got some good advice from a legendary bowler Dennis Lillee: “He told me to keep my arm straight and high, and not to roll the wrist, so I’ve been practicing that.”

His mum Lori confirmed that Olly had a great time playing and meeting everybody at the masterclass: “They had the opportunity for autographs and lots of photographs. It reinforced his love of

cricket and he has taken on the advice given on how to improve his game,” she says.

“We really recommend the local club to anybody wishing to have their children participate in cricket. Our coach Amos White, the other players and parents on our team, have been wonderful.”

Well done to our Little Legend — and baggy greens off to this junior club for fantastic teamwork. As a cricket tragic observed on hearing this story: Australia’s high profile cricketers don’t always do us proud, so it’s great to see this example of good sportsmanship thriving at the grass roots level.

Mothers Day Market save the date!

Good news for those who so enjoyed the Christmas Market that saw Darlington Post Office and Darlington Gallery (now called Nest) hosting an event that saw many calling for more. The two locals are planning a Mothers Day Market (Friday 29 April, 3 - 7pm) featuring a great range of hand-made art/crafts that are guaranteed to make far more distinctive Mothers Day gifts than you’ll find elsewhere — and there will be food stalls, socializing and music to follow.

Above: Little Legend Olly Cooper with Dennis Lillee, and the Darlington Junior Cricket Club’s Under 11s.

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The Mothers Day Market is a dual celebration of the revival of interest in this corner of Darlington. Walk past the gallery on its opening days and you’re likely to see a couple playing chess on Nest’s verandah, an artist/craftsperson demonstrating and visitors browsing and chatting. This is just what the gallery’s Maya Bouchard set out to create in a space that lends itself to many uses, and the market will be a chance to explore some of Nest’s workshops that will be on offer from May onwards (see next item).

Meanwhile, celebrations are also in order next door at Darlington Post Office with Donelle Wallis preparing to mark a full decade since she took over our post office. “Because of this, I wanted to organise an event — and the fact that Tracey has been with me for six years is another good reason!” says Donelle.

of ‘likes’ — with letters in community papers registering customer dismay at closures of peopleto -people services at some banks — it’s nice to know you can now do your banking on your doorstep.

The designs, and the ‘tools’ used to create them are limited only by imagination — Dimity has added clamps, pipes or other things to create

As with all anniversaries, it’s been an opportunity for Donelle to look back and forward — and she clearly likes what she sees. “An enormous thank you to the community for your friendship and patronage over the last 10 years,” she says. “Your constant community support by paying your bills at the PO and using us for your banking and postal services means that you’ve been integral to the survival of your local post office and the evolution of a modern successful business — and I’m very grateful.” the attractive indigo-dyed textiles that can be used for scarves, bags, whatever. “And as you remove the cloth from the indigo crystal dye, it comes out green and then magically changes colour,” she explains.

“Together Maya and I are organizing the market and an evening that will entertain everyone, because there will be a social gathering with live music on the gallery verandah after the market winds down.”

Donelle has new stock for this event and is working on designing a new logo to usher in the next decade! And with next year marking our post office’s 110 years there will no doubt be further celebratory events on the horizon. Given that banks don’t generally rank high on our lists

textiles. Shibori involves shaping cloth — by folding, wringing, squeezing, pressing and stitching — so that patterns are created.

Shibori and more at Mothers’ Day Market

There’s no end to the variety of crafts being practiced in Darlington, so we were curious to find out more on hearing that the ancient Japanese technique of resist dyeing, Shibori, was alive and well in Dimity Gregson’s studio — and if you’re already interested you’ll be pleased to hear that, down the track, there will be workshop opportunities.

Back in town after a lengthy sojourn in Melbourne, Dimity Gregson is exploring this centuries-old decorative technique that Japanese employ to produce

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Dimity is also planning a colourmixing workshop knowing that many people have trouble getting this useful skill right. “So we’ll produce a simple guache or oil still life study during the workshop,” she says. You can see her study and a sample of her Shibori above.

With a BA majoring in textiles and a postgraduate diploma in art teaching, the local artist is in fact rediscovering the challenges and pleasures of Shibori techniques that she learnt back in her uni days. And she is doing all this in the studio that once accommodated her father, the late David Gregson, and although she says it’s a bit daunting working in this space, she is clearly relishing it— and producing the sort of textiles that Japanese designers would commend.

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Darlington Hall has always been at the very heart of our village, accommodating everything from celebratory gatherings to mark important events to spirited community meetings when an undesirable development was on the horizon.

Radical surgery for the Hall?

So it is no surprise that, with Mundaring Shire considering radical surgery on this muchloved facility, people are sitting up and taking notice.

Right now the Shire is considering the recommendations of a comprehensive disability audit of this public facility following a complaint (from a Darlington Arts Festival a couple of years back) about the steep gradient of the ramp and the inadequacy of the existing disabled toilet.

No one wants to see a wheelchair struggle up a ramp and the Federal Government is to be commended on legislation that now guarantees access and appropriate facilities being incorporated into the design of new public buildings.

However, making a village hall comprising a century old restored wine cellar (the lesser hall) and its 1960’s Shire addition (the main hall) compliant with legislated requirements for access by wheelchairs and people with ambulant and sensory disability will be a challenge — and one with an estimated price tag of $500,000.

“Be careful what you ask for…” murmured a local wise to the workings of government, when the complaint was first discussed during a Darlington Ratepayers and Residents Association (DRRA) meeting last year. That was a reference to the fact that it is no simple matter to retro-fit an historic structure; that the alterations would inevitably go way beyond fixing the ramp and the toilet’s inadequacies.

This is because once a building permit is required to upgrade a public building, the Shire must conduct an audit of the entire building. And as the consultants appointed to this have noted in their report, implementing the recommended alterations will provide the Shire with “greater certainty against any complaint”.

The recommendations include work

on the steps leading down from the main verandah (including the surface of the York stone verandah floor built as part of the community/Shire funded renovations in the 1980s and 90s); the provision of a disabled parking bay, possibly in Owen Road next to the lesser hall verandah. To allow wheelchair access from the lesser hall verandah to the toilets, the west wall of the foyer could be removed; access to the stage could be provided by a portable lowrise platform lift that the Shire could make available to Shire venues; and if the kitchen is to be made compliant, a large amount of work would be needed, along with the widening of doors.

In relation to the lesser hall’s small mezzanine space, the report suggests the Shire could consider installation of a lift to the upper level, and work on steps leading up to the exhibition space.

To address the lack of a unisex toilet, the report recommends the storage room in between the toilets could be turned into a unisex toilet, with braille and tactile signage to the toilets.

When the matter was discussed at the last Darlington Ratepayers and Residents Association (DRRA) meeting, a resident made the point that our hall is close to the hearts of many, including those who fund-raised for more than a decade to upgrade the facility. This ambitious community/Shire-funded project saw the cement rendering that today ‘marries’ the mismatched stone lesser hall with the Shire’s 1960s red brick addition; the restoration of part of the mezzanine level in the lesser hall; the creation of the verandahs and leadlight window.

Liz Dumont made the point that this lengthy community project meant that residents had a great sense of ownership

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in regard to this historic building that has become ‘home’ to our biggest annual community arts event, the Darlington Arts Festival. She called for Shire/ community consultation before the Shire embarked on final plans, and Councillor Trish Cook was quick to convey this to the Shire.

Shire CEO Jonathan Throssell provided prompt reassurance: “The plans we will discuss with the community are not ‘final’ plans in the sense that they cannot be amended. They will be draft plans which include the mandatory components of the building code we are obliged to include and our suggestions/options for other works which we will seek comment on. We will also provide the opportunity to invite other ideas. Once we land on an agreed scope of works (as far as agreement can be reached of course — in some cases we might not be able to agree) then we proceed to final design and costing.”

The CEO went on to say that while the work had been scheduled for the 2016/17 financial year, advice from the Shire’s booking area suggests that the most appropriate time of the year to avoid peak usage for concerts and festivals would be January. He estimate that the Hall could be out-of-action from January to March 2017, however he observes that when Mundaring Hall had an accessibility upgrade it took considerably longer than three months.

The January/March dates will bring relief to many organizing events at the hall later this year.

Also reassured are locals who because they know the hall well, and have experience in this area, would like to suggest alternatives to some of the recommendations of the report. For instance some question the need for a lift to the stage when access to it could be through the rear entrance, and for many years there has been discussion about the desirability of a stand-alone toilet (that could be appropriately designed) so existing hall toilets could be locked at night. With new toilets also planned for the community pavilion, this would suffice. Some of the worst vandalism on the interior of the hall has occurred because the facilities are left open at night.

Darlington Review - April 2016 While locals were busy discussing all this, there were those who expressed the hope that in making these access alterations, the Shire might give some attention to long ignored basics in the toilets including broken toilet holders, an ancient extractor fan, that reflective metal ‘mirror’ and the general grubbiness of the place. We’re sure that, if asked, the many hall users could add more!

With that in mind, words from Infrastructure Manager Shane Purdy gave us hope: “We will shortly be appointing an architect to examine the accessibility audit to determine the design requirements of all the mandatory building improvements.

Once this has been done it is my intention to then discuss with the Darlington community the mandatory components of work and to check to see what other possible building improvements could be examined for inclusion prior to finalising plans for building works in the 2016/17 financial year.”

Start making those lists!

DRRA makes mention in its notes that it will organise a public meeting with Shire representation on this issue in the near future.

Getting smart in relation to rabbits

In the last issue we mentioned the growing rabbit problem, and a reader was quick to inform us that the Invasive Animal Cooperative Research Centre have an online pest mapping site at www.feralscan.org.au This is a free resource for farmers, landholders, pest controllers and the community to map sightings of pest animals, record the damage they cause, and document or

plan control activities in their local area.

The site notes that: “The FeralScan App can also be downloaded to your Smartphone or tablet to record and update information in the field, whether you are connected or disconnected to the internet.”

This local added her address as a favourite gathering place for bunnies and reports that she was the only person registered from Darlington.

“If we can get a heap more people to register, the authorities can see we have a problem,” she adds. Good idea.

Lost and found!

Until recently Antony had a studio space in ArtSource in Midland, a collective space that he says was great.

“It was fantastic being part of a group of arts-related people last year,” he says.

“There are about 16 artists working in what is a warren of studios on the Great Eastern Highway. It made a nice change to working in the home studio, but now I’m back in Darlington completing the works for my first solo exhibition at the Mundaring Arts Centre.”

Antony describes himself as a drawingbased artist producing watercolour and pencil on paper works, but his exhibition will also feature some sculpture and installations.

“The theme of the show is the therapeutic effect of art and art appreciation, and what it means to be human.”

Seen at the start of the heritage trail in Darlington for a couple of weeks before either their owner returned to claim them or a local dumped them in the bin.

Thereby hangs a tale…

A question of balance

The local artist’s Stepping Stones exhibition (April 22 - May 22) explores the power art has to expand and liberate its audience. “It’s a drawing based exhibition that spills into sculpture, audio and installation,” says Antony.

“The exhibition utilizes the gallery as a place of relaxation and contemplation.

Through a multi media work in the form of an ancient yogic meditation ‘yoga nidra’ the audience is encouraged to slow down, be mindful and engage with the art.”

We’re told that achieving ‘the good life’ is all about balancing what needs to be done with what we love to do — however local artist Antony Muia seems to have achieved a win-win on both counts: he makes a living out of creating beautiful stonework, a craft passed down through his family, and when work is slow he can be found in his studio pursuing the art that is his passion.

Antony’s work is included in collections in the Art Gallery of WA, the Kerry Stokes and other major collections . He has exhibited widely and was a finalist in the Mandorla Art Prize and the Benalla Nude Art Prize in 2014.

Above: Antony Muia with his works Golden Apples (mixed media on paper) and Forbidden Fruit (painted rocks) in the Still Life exhibition at MAC in September 2015

1. 'Is not the life more than meat, and the body more than raiment' Mixed Media on paper 2. Horses lay down to sleep sometimes Mixed Media on paper 3. Untitled 2016 Mixed Media on paper

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Back to school for Seniors!

Twice a week, behind the façade of the Glen Forrest Uniting Church, mysteries are unravelled— and they’re far from ecclesiastic in nature!

Anyone who has come to computers later in life knows they can be truly daunting— unless the likes of Brian and Noela Hassell are on hand to allay fears and deliver clarity. For the past 15 years they’ve been doing just that for seniors who want to become computer savvy, and an occasional not-so-senior student who wants to brush up a particular skill when chasing a job.

The Hassell’s Mustard Seed Discovering Computers classes started in 2001 (when the local residents, both teachers, had retired) — so it is currently celebrating its 15th anniversary. The classes were originally offered at Darlington Primary School but have now found a home in the Uniting Church where the Hassells are parishioners.

The name Mustard Seed has a biblical reference: mustard seeds may be tiny but they grow into trees — “so if you come to us and don’t have a lot of knowledge about computers, we can help,” says Brian. And this guiding philosophy has certainly proved rewarding for both students and Brian and Noela who have witnessed some of their original students now volunteering to help other seniors.

And Mustard Seed is just one of several local groups that make use of facilities at the Uniting Church which is known for its often-unheralded outreach programs.

Says Brian: “When we started it was all about desktop computers and now it’s all laptops and tablets — and with people now doing so much on mobile phones, the landscape keeps changing. We have 12 volunteers and close to 100 enrolments — on average, about 60 students attend morning and afternoon sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.”

Darlington’s Michael Adams (student and volunteer) cannot speak too highly of the quality of teaching, and his sentiments were echoed by others who spoke to the Review: “Brian is the teacher, Noela is the glue that holds the place together, and it works so well!”

Because of this successful formula, Mustard Seed has benefited from support from the Glen Forrest Uniting Church, from Lottery Commission funding, a Commonwealth Government Broadband for Seniors subsidy and funding support from Mundaring Shire. This has helped to create a small library of reference books, equipment, teaching facilities and website videos that allow students to revise the morning’s tutorial at home. There are classes for iPad and Android tablets, Windows and Mac Computing and more.

“And there’s more to Mustard Seed than computer teaching,” says Brian.

“A lot of people come for the social aspect. Some have been coming for five or six years and they come as much for the social interaction, the coffee and biscuit breaks, as for what they learn.”

If you’d like to know more contact Brian and Noela at: brian@darlingtonhills.com

Amy Pepper (Photo: Lynne Dullard)

Prior to opening her practice, Amy worked and studied in London, undertaking voluntary work at the International Bar Association and various human rights organizations.

Since returning to Perth she has worked across Legal Aid WA, the community legal centre sector and private practice.

“My philosophy has always been that the Courts are a last resort in most cases — and there is a real move across all jurisdictions to aim for out of court resolution, avoiding that long slow process and the costs involved.

Brian and Noela Hassell with senior students and volunteers

Amy lays down the law!

We have plenty of artists in the house, but a Darlington-based lawyer is something new. The Darlington Review welcomes new advertiser Amy Pepper who has added her skills to those on offer at the 2 Montrose Avenue suite of offices that accommodates Darlington Dental and a string of other healthrelated solo practitioners.

Amy has a long connection with the Hills that began with childhood visits to grandparents and was cemented when she moved to Darlington a couple of years ago. More recently she also opted for a professional ‘tree change’, so Pepper Legal took up residence at 2 Montrose Avenue.

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“We know it is cheaper and quicker to resolve issues out of Court and research suggests that in areas like family law, the outcomes last longer if the parties get to decide,” says Amy. “I call myself an holistic legal practitioner, so I try to get a thorough understanding of the individual and the component parts of their life and use this to develop strategies around what one can do to make sure the pattern does not keep repeating. Holistic lawyering puts the focus on early intervention and solutions.”

The new practitioner at 2 Montrose is enjoying adding her skills to those already on offer —and using 2 Café as a place to put her clients at ease, and enjoy a good coffee. (See Letters on the pleasures of having two great cafes in Darlington.)

Darlington Review - April 2016 While snapping these birds early one morning, a small tableau caught our eye. Overnight a companiable group of toy bunnies had gathered on a little blue seat under the playground conifer, ready to greet the kids arriving for a Sunday morning play session. Could it be that the topical tableaus that have recently appeared in Marnie and Azeeza are now on the move?

We certainly hope so. The world is in desperate need of a good dose of whimsy.

Trea Wiltshire

This must stop!

Editor

Darlington’s Tennis Club recently had work done on its extended roof that required pruning of an adjacent oval tree that extended its reach across the fence.

When the club sought Shire permission to trim some of the eucalypts branches, they were told that the Shire’s preference was to fell the whole tree. Why? It came from Queensland; it wasn’t native to this particular area of the Hills. While our nation becomes increasingly multicultural, the botanical worldview of the Shire’s environment office appears to be shrinking — and this on an oval where, with Shire approval, deciduous trees from across the world have been planted and where there are majestic ‘interlopers’ from the east, such as lemon-scented gums. Curiouser and curiouser, as Alice would say … but also sadly parochial.

It’s the time of the year when raucous red-tailed black cockatoos appear to be everywhere despite their endangered status. We snapped a flock that had descended on a neighbouring Cape York lilac and by the time they had finished ‘tip-pruning’ it, there was a heap of severed leaves and berries waiting to greet the lucky householder — and meanwhile the birds were busy tossing gumnuts next door! The cockatoo we photographed hadn’t yet acquired the distinctive red tail feathers of its mature plumage. According to our bird book, tail feathers crossed by yellow or orange bars gradually broaden and turn red in the first three years of life, and by the fourth year have become a uniform red band.

Letters to the Review Letter from Mike Tooby - Two Coffee shops

social hub of the village, and is a wonderful meeting place for busy, bussling villagers. Café 2, as it happens, is at the historical social hub of Darlington, adjacent to the Railway station, post office, and bakery. That apart, what it offers is a quieter place to meet for a chat, or even to hold a meeting, without anyone leaning over your shoulder. It is a place for quiet contemplation, or reading, or sending messages.

Over a twenty year period Pam and I completed Thirty-six Townscape Improvement plans across the whole state, and one of our first recommendations, to those that didn’t have one,was to set up a coffee shop as a place to relax and meet friends. Very important in farming communities where so many people live otherwise islated lives.

Both these coffee shops offer good coffee and lunches, both are attractive places to visit, let’s make full use of these priceless assets.

Admittedly Darlington is not exactly a farming community, but we were advocating social opportunities for other centres without a coffee shop here!

I am told there are busy, working villagers who don’t even know we have a post office, let alone two coffee shops.. To those amazingly uninformed people, this is intended as a wake up call.

Now we have two.

The beauty of Darlington’s coffee shops is they offer two completely different ambiances. The Pines is situated in the

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Community Notices Garrick Theatre, Guildford To mark 125 years since Agatha Christie’s birth, award-winning director Susan Vincent is bringing the author’s most celebrated whodunnit And Then There Were None to the stage this April.

The tale sees 10 strangers, each with a secret in their past, brought together in an isolated location after responding to a mysterious invitation. The strangers begin dying one by one.

What is happening? Are they being murdered? And why?

And Then There Were None plays on April 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22 and 23rd. Performances are at 8pm except for matinees on April 10 and 17 at 2pm. Adults $20, concession $17 and children and members $15. For bookings call 9378 1990 or email bookings@garricktheatre.asn.au The Garrick Theatre is located on Meadow St in Guildford.

Mundaring Weir Gallery Welcome to Autumn!

Summer is not my favourite season so I am now feeling more invigorated with this cooler weather.

Open 11.30am to 5pm. Fri, Sat, Sun and Pub.hols. and is air conditioned. Arrangements can be made to open other days for social groups and bus tours. Bookings to the Secretary At mwgallery@yahoo.com.au

Take a drive to the Gallery and you will find uniquely crafted items and an interesting corner of antiques and collectables.

After Easter we are pleased to have a range of antique and vintage dolls and bears. Also, shoes and socks for your precious old doll. This display and sale will have Porcelain, Composition, Hard plastic, Celluloid and whatever we can fit into the space allocated! So don’t miss out. It will only be there for 4 -5 weeks!

Our normal range is continually changing… Pottery, candles, honey, handbags, woodworked platters and bowls, wooden toys and jigsaws, books and cards, jewellery and so much more.

If you are an Artist or Crafter and wish to join the Gallery contact the Gallery on the email below or visit the Gallery and speak to one of our volunteers. Please note; to join the Gallery you must be able to roster, as we are all volunteers, and must all share in the running of the Gallery.

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Vale: Findlay McIvor Kidman his family to enter university, promptly decided to leave and follow what he thought was a far more practical path and entered the workforce as a Wool Buyer.

This act alone speaks volumes of the sort of man Findlay was, a man of clarity, determination and single mindedness who followed his path, not that of convention or requirements of the time.

Findlay McIvor Kidman of 4 Brook Road Darlington passed away this summer, on the 23rd of February 2016 at just over 100 years young.

In 1956, Findlay moved from Nth Cottesloe to Darlington with his wife Freddie and two children, Peter & Robin while son John stayed in Adelaide and would spend school holidays in Perth .

4 Brook Road Darlington, otherwise known as the ‘White Lodge’ became their home for the following 60 years and remains in the family today.

Findlay’s Wool Buying professional career spanned over 40 years and the respect and admiration he gathered during that time stands the test of time through to today where his name is regarded as someone of the highest standards as a professional and as a bloke.

Findlay’s children Peter, Robin and John all share many and various trademark pieces of Findlay’s personality, strength and values. From Robin’s determination, love and passion for family and the garden Findlay and Freddie tendered for over half a century, to Peter’s pride at finally winning a golf tournament in 1994 after Findlay teaching him how to play with no more than two clubs and two balls at Mundaring as a young man decades earlier. John, the youngest of the three didn’t miss out either, with Findlay’s focus and mannerisms shining through strongly in him today.

As an avid golfer, a proud follower of cricket and Footy, Findlay excelled over the years, winning walls full of medals and trophy’s for his efforts and his name proudly adorns the walls of the Mundaring golf club across decades where he spent many a weekend walking the links well into his 70’s.

His grandchildren and great grandchildren will always remember and smile when they recall the very few, but very clear words he would share with them either on a walk along the Heritage Trail or across the top of the Quarry or even sitting at the kitchen table at 4 Brook Road in his later years, “Make sure you follow through.” When talking about tennis or “Run straight when you line up the goals.” when talking to the boys about footy.

Findlay has left his mark on the family, the community and the home he leaves behind in Darlington.

Findlay was 18 years of age when after being the first of

Findlay McIvor Kidman has left us, but his legacy, his heart and the values he instilled and stood for live on in his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren – and we are all better people, family and friends for knowing him and loving him.

Rest in Peace Findlay. All our love, your family.

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Darlington United Church Cnr Darlington Rd and Allestree Rd, Darlington What is Jesus doing in our lives?

Richard Gillard wrote ‘Brother, Sister Let Me Serve You’ or ‘The Servant Song’ in 1976-77 and this verse describes what our church family is doing in each other’s lives.

‘We are pilgrims on a journey We are family on the road.

We are here to help each other Walk the miles and bear the load.’

What is Jesus doing in my life?

I am a pilgrim on my own journey and at every step of my journey Jesus has met me at my point of need. When thinking about how Jesus is at work in my life right now, I realize He is meeting me in interesting ways. I have been aware of a deep and joyful spirit of gratitude within me. I am so grateful that I asked Jesus to take full control of my life 30 years ago, as an adult facing grief, loss, rejection and brokenness.

He brought such joy and peace into my life and the lives of my children so that even though my life didn’t become perfect, I had a firm anchor to hold onto in times of trouble.

I am so grateful for the example of faith set by my parents and Sunday School teachers.

On 28th March, my husband and I will celebrate our Silver Wedding Anniversary and it is a special milestone for us. It is a second marriage for each of us and neither of us reached 25 years of marriage the first time.

I have recently been reading a book called ‘The Book That Made Your World’ by Vishal Mangalwadi. The book helped me and will help others understand how much our Western values have come from sincere and dedicated readers of the Bible who acted on its teaching and the leading of The Holy Spirit.

For true followers of Christ today, the impact of Christ’s teaching and the leading of The Holy Spirit are still seen in the Fruits of The Spirit – Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self Control (Galatians 5 verses 22-23).

Whether a keen student of the Bible (like me) or a skeptic, I think this book about the Bible and more importantly, The Bible itself is worth reading.

And Finally: Christ is walking beside and within me as I help my two sisters care for our elderly mother. That joyful spirit of gratitude for a wonderful mother who sacrificed so much for our family is certainly present even though there will come grief and loss.

We know her time here on earth will come to an end soon ~ perhaps by the time this article is printed.

In closing I will share two of a multitude of my favourite Bible verses: •

‘Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.’ Philippians 4:8

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‘Be kind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving one another ~ even as God in Christ Jesus forgave you.’ Ephesians 4 verse 32

At our wedding, held at the Darlington United Church, three of our seven children played the music of ‘The Rose’ by Bette Midler and the words were written on the wedding handouts for people to read or sing along as we signed the register. Take a look at the words sometime and you’ll understand the pain of loss we’d been through in different ways.

Rita Williams, Darlington United Church

At that time our 7 children were aged between 21 and 8 years old. Today we have 19 grandchildren so it’s easy to understand the gratitude and joy in my heart right now but when I walk with Jesus, He brings joy into my heart even in the depths of sorrow.

What else is happening?

We spent time away last year and have now moved from our large home and property in Glen Forrest to our smaller home in Darlington and reconnected with friends and family at the Darlington United Church. Noel and a group of men from the church have started a Men’s Bible Study and Prayer group and I have reconnected at KYB (Know Your Bible) with a group of ladies.

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Soroptimist International of Helena Another speaker for the ‘Celebrating women and girls in Science’ theme will be Dr. Lynne Milne whose topic is entitled At our March meeting we inducted a new member, Diane McFarlane . Welcome Diane.

We held a Film afternoon on Sunday 13th March, to see the popular, “Lady in the Van”. We raised $300.00, which was better than expected due to short notice. Thank you to clubs and friends who supported this event.

Our guest speaker, for the dinner meeting on March 15, was Dr. Alison Ritchie. Alison is a research scientist at Kings Park Botanical Gardens and presented a talk titled “The science behind Kings Park” – a look behind the scenes of work done by the science team who undertake integration and innovative research in native plants biology. Several years ago the club sponsored Alison on a study trip to Costa Rica. Once again, thank you to the clubs who supported this event.

We will be attending a Community day at the shopping centre in Mundaring on Sunday 20th March, 11.00 am to 2pm with an information stall.

On May 1st we will be holding another stall at the Glen Forrest School Fete at the school. 9 to 4 pm, come and say hello April 10th is our date for the annual sausage sizzle at Bunnings.

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”..Grains of Truth - How Pollen Solves Crime”. Dr. Lynne Milne is a forensic palynologist, who specializes in pollen morphology and its applications in Geology, Geography, Botany and Environmental Science Four of our members are going to the 20th Conference of Clubs in Sydney, 29th April to 1st May. This is the time when members from across the 13 countries of SISWP come together to consider the future of our federation. This is also the changeover year for a former Perth member, our President, Carolyn Hudson, who will be handing over to another Australian, Theresa Lyford from Victoria.

We would like to invite you to attend our Quiz night due to take place on June 17th at Lesmurdie Club. More details next month, At the recent SIWA Annual General Meeting, it was a very proud moment for Val Ludemann and I when we were presented with our 30 year badges and an Appreciation Certificate outlining our services to local, and International communities. Including service on numerous offices on Region and Club Executive over the last thirty years.

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Darlington Primary School Darlington Primary School (DPS) students have had a very busy Term 1, with numerous activities and programs underway.

On 26th February, Yrs 1-6 students participated in the annual Faction Swimming Carnival at Bilgoman Pool, while the kindergarten and pre-primary student held a Faction Water Fun day at the Early Learning Centre in the morning.

Victory went to Blue Faction.

The Hills Education Community (HEC) Interschool Public Speaking event was held at Gidgegannup Primary School on Wednesday 9th March and Darlington Primary was represented by Sophia M and Aliyah K. The DPS Community Sundowner on Friday 11th March is an important annual event on the social calendar - an opportunity to catch up with and meet new families. This year there was a juke box and games, involving paper planes! The exciting plans for the redevelopment of the school grounds were unveiled also.

The inaugural HEC Interschool Swimming Carnival was hosted

by Mt Helena Primary on 17th March. DPS, Glen Forrest

Primary and Sawyers Valley Primary took part. DPS performed very well and were rewarded with a convincing victory.

This year also saw an inaugural T-20 cricket competition amongst the HEC schools on Tuesday 15th March. DPS entered both a male and female team. Both teams made it to the finals. The boys got pipped in the final over by 10 runs.

The girls went on to win theirs and will now represent the Hills in the District event in October.

DPS will hold their inaugural Harmony Day Assembly on Monday 21st March. The central message ‘everyone belongs’ and the 2016 them: our diversity is our strength will be demonstrated. Representatives from students, staff and parents will address the school and speak about the national identity.

The annual spectacular Easter Bonnet Parade is on Thursday 24th March, which is always celebration of student creativity across all year levels - and a lot of fun!

The term will close with the ANZAC ceremony on the final Friday 8th April. This is an opportunity for the school community to come together to acknowledge and reflect on the contributions past and present of our armed service men and women.

Katharine Susannah Prichard Writers’ Centre Write-a-Rama: Young Writers School Holiday Camp this April

to come out. Story? Memoir? Poem? The start of a novel?

Young writers aged between 10 -17 are invited to join us this Tuesday and Wednesday, 19 and 20 April 2016, for a unique writing camp experience known as Write-aRama. Over two full days of creativity and exploration, participants will meet writers their own age and develop skills in a fun, safe and friendly setting. The KSP Writers’ Centre, former home of an acclaimed Australian novelist, provides an inspiring venue for youth. No special skills or experience are necessary to enroll, though aspiring authors will definitely be catered for!

Tuesday at the Centre will be a fun day featuring writing games and exercises to challenge and inspire. Visiting special guest author Melinda Tognini will take participants on a creative journey to help create whatever it is that is busting

There will be some fine dining at Miss Maud’s Swedish Smorgasbord, then a walking tour to Elizabeth Quay with some surprise writing stops along the way.

And don’t forget, all our Write-a-Rama participants become published authors!

The KSP Writers’ Centre will produce a professional end of year anthology featuring work from all its youth programs. It’s going to be big and you can be part of it! Submit short pieces during the camp or take home the work you started and send it in once you’ve polished it. When it’s printed, we’ll send you an invitation to a proper book launch party as well as a complimentary copy of the book itself for you to show your friends and family and display proudly on your bookshelf.

On Wednesday we take the show on the road, meeting outside the Art Gallery of WA where we will respond creatively to the Year 12 Perspectives exhibit and whatever else catches our interest.

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Silver Tree Steiner School How Steiner Education meets the early childhood years.

“We shouldn’t ask, what does a person need to be able to do in order to fit into the existing social order today? Instead we should ask, what lives in each human being and what can be developed in him or her?” - Rudolf Steiner

A moment like this in the day covers at least one aspect of each of the outcomes EYLF asks us to encourage. These children clearly feel ‘safe, secure and supported’ and they are interacting with each other with ‘care and respect’ (outcome 1). They are listening to each other’s ideas and responding to the ‘diversity ‘of those ideas ‘with respect’ also, and through their negotiations they are ‘developing an awareness of fairness’ (outcome 2). Because their negotiations about who will play which role are resolved amicably they are ‘becoming strong in their social and emotional well being’ (outcome 3). Outcome 4 is well and truly covered as the children ‘cooperate’ with each other, talk with ‘confidence’ to each

At Silver Tree Steiner School the education that is provided not only supports the developmental phases of childhood but also enhances and enriches them. During the first developmental phase, which encompasses 0 – 7 years, the child’s sense of wonder and imagination is cultivated through active learning experiences and imitation. The children’s sense of wonder and joy in the world that surrounds them is fostered through creative and nature based play, stories, songs and involvement in everyday activities.

other, ‘adapt what they have learnt from one context to another’, in this case how their parents behave at home to how they behave in the home corner at school and ‘resource their own learning through connecting with people (their friends), place (kitchen), technologies (play oven, cooking utensils), and natural materials’ (cloths, rocks and banksia slices). It is also an example of one of a ‘range of purposes’ for which the children ‘interact verbally and non-verbally with others’ (outcome 5).

Our Kindergarten, Playgroup and Mothers’ group buildings provide a nurturing setting abundant with delightful, natural play materials and scenic outdoor gardens to provide endless rich learning opportunities.

To further illustrate the learning that occurs in the early childhood years at Silver Tree below is an extract from our ‘Weekly edition of the Silver Leaves newsletter’ written by one our Kindy teachers: “The children continue to use the rooms and their contents creatively. All the Early Childhood Teachers align their work closely with not only the Steiner curriculum but also the National Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), which asks us to look at lifetime goals.

The other really valuable part of this play, and the thing that sets a Steiner approach apart from other more mainstream approaches, is that the children have self-determined how their play will be. This incidentally is also another part of outcome 1 where developing ‘emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and a sense of agency’ is asked for. We took a random photo and pretty much any of the photos we put in the newsletter each week would cover as many outcomes as this one. So next time someone questions why your child plays all day at kindergarten; the answer is because that is where most of the learning occurs! And it is also often the most fun too. The passion for their play is palpable even in the photographs!”

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Treetops - A Montessori and International Baccalaureate School As you read this, our High School students (along with their teachers) are getting ready for the Treetops High School camp to Rottnest. Students will be participating in a range of activities including geo-caching, beach combing and snorkelling.

Did you know that Rottnest used to be part of the Western Australian coastline?

Did you also know that, at one point, all of Perth’s coastal plain was underwater and the Darling Scarp was the edge of a Jurassic forest covered with dense pine forest? Year 7 and 8 students have been exploring the geography and geology of the area. Year 8 students have been looking at landscapes and landforms, including analysing the contours and structure of Treetops’ landscape. Does anyone remember the creek that used to run through the school? Can anyone find the evidence of that creek today?

Year 7 students have been looking at Perth’s water supplies and investigating the question “why were Perth’s dams built up in the Darling Scarp?” The first one was built near Lesmurdie Falls in 1891, but investigating the location of Perth’s water supply is not simple: why didn’t people just dam the Swan River or one of its tributaries? To investigate this question, students have been considering population distribution, cost, and pollution. They have also considered the geology of the areas where people were living at the time by doing some experimental archaeology. Students have been making earth tanks out of limestone + sand and granite + scarp topsoil. After making it “rain”, students have then observed which earth tank holds the most water. What do you think the results were?

about why Adventure World has heights requirements for certain rides). Our student living in Vancouver stated that he was “now about 6 foot” but our experience of him is that he is just head on a screen!

In English, year 7 and 8 students have been reading the novel Shadow by Michael Murporgo (who also wrote War Horse).

The story is based on an Australian army sniffer dog called Sabi who went missing but returned to the unit, well cared for and unharmed, after 14 months. Students have enjoyed reading (and listening!) to the novel, and discussing the values represented by each character. Year 9 and 10 students, on the other hand, have plunged straight into the skill of textual analysis, looking at book covers, photographs, portraits and advertisements. Students have been exploring the way in which gender and race identities are constructed by texts and, sometimes, used to market products. Ever wondered why soap is marketed differently to boys and girls?

Year 12 students are busy working on internal assessments.

These are the tasks marked by their teachers and submitted for moderation. Some of the more creative internal assessments include the creation of an alumni website for Treetops, extrapolating population data, interrogating the concept of the Golden Ratio, analysing temperature records, and oral commentaries on the works of Oscar Wilde, George Orwell and Judith Wright.

If you’d like to view our High School and other classrooms, or find out why we are the only accredited International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme provider in the Eastern Hills, please book a one on one tour with our Principal. We’d love to give you an experience of the Treetops difference.

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Seen & Heard “Drug Aware Swan Volume” Music Festival is back for 2016 to celebrate National Youth Week. The event will be on the Brown Park Oval on Saturday, April 9 from 1.00 pm until 6.00 pm.

For more information on this event, please contact Seen and Heard on 9255 2570 or email at seenandheard@parkerville.org. au

Join the fun by grabbing your mates to enjoy the Zorbing balls, where you can climb into an inflatable ball, and roll around on the grass. Don’t forget the Superhero Sumo Suits to jump into and sumo with your friends. Don’t like real tattoos? Seen and Heard have just the thing for you, Temporary Spray on Tattoos!

Many other fun stalls will be at the event. Best part is that there is no cost!

Drug Aware Swan Volume is proudly sponsored by Healthway, promoting the Drug Aware message, and Propel Youth Arts WA. This initiative is supported by the Department of Local Government and Communities.

Seen and Heard is funded by the Shire of Mundaring and delivered by Parkerville Children and Youth Care.

But don’t forget the most important part of “Drug Aware Swan Volume”. The bands! 7 local young bands will take to the stage to show the audience how to rock. Feel free to come down and check out what will be on offer!

This event is completely drug and alcohol free. Information and brochures will be available for all young people and will touch on topics such as depression, anxiety and helping mates in need. Free merchandise’ such as bags, phone speakers, wrist bands and fridge magnets will be at the event.

“I’m most keen to see the bands” comments Seen and Heard CREW Member, Anya Fey. “I’ve been involved every year, and love hearing the new music from local bands.”

To fill the bellies of all young people coming along, Seen and Heard will provide a free tasty, Sausage sizzle. There will also be heaps of fun stalls to look at while at the event.

So book Saturday April 9 into your diaries! Seen and Heard encourage all young people to come along and celebrate all things ‘youthy’ with us.

Darlington Tennis Club The tennis club now has a new roof – huge thankyou to Pete, Chaz, Strett and all the volunteers who helped make it happen. Next phase is to add on a deck where the current undercover patio is situated.

As you may have noticed we took out the Queensland box tree – it has been causing the club grief for some time as it constantly drops debris on the courts, and the Shire were keen for us to take it out as it is considered a pest in WA. It looks rather bare now so we plan to plant something else not quite as high along the fence to make it more attractive, and also give us back some shade at the clubhouse in the afternoons.

Congratulations to our men’s Division 8 pennants team (Zane, Sean, John, James, Matt and Simon) who beat Mandurah in the finals at Darlington a couple of weeks ago. The match was rain delayed by 2 hours but all games completed and followed by a huge celebration (judging by the state of the clubhouse the next morning!).

Check out our facebook page https://www. facebook.com/DarlingtonTennisClub/ and website www.darlingtontennisclub.org.au for club sessions, coaching and membership enquiries as well as the latest on what is happening at the club. Court hire is available through the Pines Shop opposite the courts or contact Brendon (0427250566) for after-hours bookings.

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Councillor’s Column * What you told us Living in Mundaring Large block sizes and the natural environment are a major attractor to people who choose to live within the shire. The local atmosphere and living close to like-minded people was also a consideration.

Residents are satisfied with most aspects of living within the shire, particularly the ability to live in a small, inclusive and relaxed community that is peaceful and quiet with easy access to the natural environment and all it has to offer in the way of fauna, flora, hiking and other outdoor activities.

They enjoy living in a community that has a country feel with little pollution and few security issues, yet also offers city benefits - a sense of ‘being out of town’ but with not far to travel to access services and facilities.

There was some dissatisfaction with public transport, roads and infrastructure, and cultural facilities and events provided in the shire.

Concerns for the future Overall concerns with respect to the Shire‘s future were around development and the challenge of preserving and protecting the natural environment and the village-like atmosphere of the community, whilst also catering for the demands of population growth and an ageing population.

Many residents enjoy the opportunity to live on larger blocks, but in the future there may be a need for smaller blocks to cater for those who are getting older and also those wishing to purchase affordable housing in the area.

changing climate, emerged as one of the primary concerns of residents. This was coupled with an apprehension about increasing regulations and restrictions to accommodate fire safety requirements.

There was also a level of concern about the adequacy of social and physical infrastructure to accompany the larger population, both for the young and the old.

Associated with this was a concern about potential increases in crime and antisocial behaviour if there is insufficient planning for meaningful engagement of young people.

Local economic development was also a priority to give opportunities for local employment.

Improved public transport and road infrastructure were identified as being very important for the Shire’s future, especially in light of potential population growth and increased traffic volumes.

A need for a focus on road safety for all road users (vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists) was also raised. Lack of digital connectivity was also a challenge, as was reliable power supply in some areas.

Accompanying all of these concerns was the overall issue of requiring a rates base sufficient to sustain the natural, cultural, social and physical infrastructure and the needs of the community without becoming an impost on the financial capacity of residents. * an excerpt from the Shire’s Strategic Community Plan titled: “Mundaring 2026 - a sense of place, a sense of space” Full version available on the Shire’s website.

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Darlington Review - April 2016

Darlington Volunteer Bushfire Brigade • Remember, 000 is the ONLY number to ring for all fire & smoke sightings.

The ComCen will page our members who are on duty.

each year and also recommends householders should test their smoke alarms regularly (monthly). If you haven’t already, change your smoke alarm batteries today as it could save your home… and your life.

• For general Brigade enquiries please ring 9299 7217. Station hours: Saturday 9am-10:30am. Facebook Page: Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade

Here are a few smoke alarm facts;

• Next Brigade meeting: April 12th 2016, at the Darlington Fire Station.

• It is LAW that property owners install mains powered smoke alarms BEFORE they can sell or rent their property.

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Please be aware that the Shire of Mundaring may have extended the Prohibited burning period into April due to seasonal conditions, and the Prohibited burning restrictions for the Shire may have been extended for fourteen (14) days, until the 14th of April 2016. Please see the Shire website, or call them, for the current status, burning information and updates.

We will also post notifications on the Darlington Brigade Facebook page.

Once the Restricted burning period comes in to effect, permits to burn must be obtained for lighting all fires before 6pm, with some small fires permitted after 6pm without a permit, under strict criteria, including; •

the pile of refuse being burnt does not exceed 1sqm

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a 5 metre wide area clear of flammable material surrounds the pile

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the fire is only lit between 6pm and 11pm

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only one pile is alight at one time

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the fire is completely extinguished by midnight

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at least one person is in attendance at all times

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there is a means of extinguishing the fire available at all times (e.g. garden hose, knapsack spray or fire unit)

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neighbours are informed of your intention to burn

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the smoke does not cause a nuisance to neighbours or create a traffic hazard

• We encourage the use of long lasting alkaline batteries to ensure smoke alarms work properly.

• Smoke alarms require regular cleaning – check each smoke alarm for a build-up of dust and cobwebs and clean with a vacuum cleaner at least every 6 months.

On a lighter note; the Shire of Mundaring recently held its annual family event as a “thank you” to the Shire’s fire brigades. Each year the 10 brigades face off in a ‘Tug-O-War’ competition to find the district’s “Top Tuggers”, a title the Darlington Brigade has held on several previous occasions. Unfortunately, this year Darlington made an uncharacteristic early exit in the first round. Congratulations though go to the Mt Helena VBFB for taking home the trophy this year.

Permits to burn will be available from your local volunteer fire brigade station on Saturday mornings, including Darlington Station between 9am – 10.30am.

Recent cooler weather and rain in some areas might not have been sufficient to substantially reduce the bush fire risk. The long dry summer has left fuel loads very dry and it might take some time for Autumn and Winter rains to penetrate surface fuels and soil, especially with long periods of fine weather between. Remain vigilant and continue to lookout for bush fire activity, and if you are conducting burns on your property please exercise the utmost caution.

“If Prometheus was worthy of the wrath of heaven for kindling the first fire upon earth, how ought all the Gods honour the men who make it their professional business to put it out?” ~ John Godfrey Saxe Cheers Ricky Harvey

For those that have forgotten, now is the time to change the batteries in your smoke alarms (including back-up batteries), as only working smoke alarms can save lives. DFES urges householders to change smoke alarm batteries on April 1st

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Darlington Review - April 2016

Darlington Residents & Ratepayers Association Many thanks to those who attended the recent DRRA community meeting on March 1. There was a good turnout and the following issues were progressed : Traffic Calming Lionel and Darlington Road : As an immediate strategy, DRRA has written to experts, Curtin University Accident Research Centre seeking their advice regarding speeding motorists in Darlington.

Glen Park Rubble Removal: Unhappy with the outcome as accepted by Shire of Mundaring, community members urged further examination of this issue.

DRRA has therefore written to the Shire’s Environment & Sustainability Co-ordinator asking how and why this illegal dumping of rubble occurred resulting in a wider track filled with possible hazardous rubble and introduced weeds that is also wide enough to enable vehicle access.

representative in the near future to explain the stages of the project and address any concerns.

Unauthorised Signage around Darlington.

There has been a notable increase in the use of unauthorised businesses signs on street verges, buildings and trees in Darlington. Shire of Mundaring has regulations regarding the use of business signs and any not meeting these (and most don’t) will be reported to the Shire.

Darlington Hall Bookings 2016 Concerns were raised regarding existing bookings during the hall accessibility upgrade project, expected to begin sometime this year. Together with a booking procedure which appears to be in need of an overhaul, it was agreed DRRA seek clarification from Shire of Mundaring regarding notice and availability for the hall in 2016.

Truck Stop at Great Eastern Highway :

Green Waste Collection :

Ongoing since 2008 this issue has reached crisis point and DRRA is determined to achieve a resolution with the assistance of our local Councillors. To this end representatives from Shire of Mundaring and Main Roads will be invited to meet with the committee and community to examine some of the options proposed at last month’s meeting.

The need for timely green waste bulk verge collections is paramount in reducing fuel loads prior to summer. Currently a collection is provided in August however considering the natural growth over summer it is vital a collection also takes place in Autumn. After lengthy discussion at the community meeting, DRRA undertook to write to the Shire of Mundaring requesting an extra green waste collection in April.

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The stonework design submitted by DRRA has been approved, in principle. Discussion at the March 2 community meeting resulted in a single sided design with red tarmac paving being chosen as the preferred, environmentally friendly option, if supported by the Precinct Plan.

Accessibility Upgrade to Darlington Hall The Disability Accessibility Audit (DAU) Report has been formalised by the Shire of Mundaring. Community members identified community involvement, particularly by those who have been involved in development of the hall and its use over many years, as being vitally important, especially in the early stages. DRRA intends organising a public meeting with a Shire

MEETINGS : DRRA Community Meetings take place in the Lesser Hall, corner of Owen Road & Pine Terrace on the 1st Tuesday of the month 7:30-9:00pm. so please come along on Tuesday April 5th if you wish to raise an issue of concern or just want to join a friendly, informed group and find out what’s going on in Darlington!

Alternatively, if you can’t make the meeting just drop us a line to the address below particularly if the matter needs investigating by the committee in preparation for the community meeting.

Write To : The President - Phil Vile, at P.O.Box 177, Darlington 6070 or contact 0408944737.

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Darlington Review - April 2016

1st Darlington Scout Group As we reach the end of term 1 we can reflect on another great term at Darlington Scouts. It has been particularly pleasing to ‘invest’ quite a number of new Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts & Scouts recently. We have also had some new members join our support committee and two parents volunteer to undertake training to become Scout leaders. At a Group level I have also been able to complete my advanced training as a leader of adults. While a lot of work is put into running the group by a number of people there are always opportunities for new leaders and members to become involved. One of the most enjoyable aspects of the training program has been developing long-term friendships with other people interested in running Scouting activities to empower and encourage young people.

Towards the end of March, in true Darlington Cub Scout form, we experienced record torrential rain during a bushwalk. In fact, over 40mm rain fell over a 20 minute period during a bush walk at our term 1 camp in a property near Chidlow. It was the first overnight camping experience for our 10 new Cubs who have either joined as new members this year or moved up from Joeys Scouts as they are now 8 years old. The work the Cubs had been doing in the lead up to the camp paid off as 8 tents were setup with minimal adult assistance (and mostly remained dry during the severe weather!) Despite the weather spirts were quickly lifted by the excellent food prepared by our awesome cook and Cub Leader Boomer (Mike Tolj). This set the tone for a great evening of signing, jokes and storytelling.

the Shire of Mundaring jointly by the Darlington Scout Group and the Darlington Guides. During a recent busy bee a small number of parents and committee members put in a considerable effort to carry out painting, cleaning, gardening and general maintenance works. Special thanks to our Hall Committee Chairperson Jane Wade and for all those that could assist. Thanks also to Erina from Astone Painting for providing the paint. We are currently applying for a number of grants to further improve the facilities at the Hall. With our growing Scout Group we need more undercover space to run our programs, particularly in wet weather, as well as more storage space for our camping and outdoor equipment.

If you would like to know more, get involved as a youth member or volunteer as a leader or adult helper, please contact our Group leader (Glen Stenton) gl.darlington@scoutswa.com.au.

LOCAL ANZAC DAY SERVICE - Sunday 24th to Monday 25th of April.

Darlington Scouts (Joeys, Cubs & Scouts) will again be participating in the Anzac Day services at Blackboy Hill Memorial in Greenmount (Adjacent to Greenmount Primary School). This year continues to be significant as we commerate 100 years since World War 1 began. Scouts will be participating in a sunset service on the 24th and maintaining a silent vigil over the memorial until sunrise on Anzac Day – 25th April.

Community members are invited to both services. Blackboy Hill was the site of the largest Western Australian military training camp during the first war, with over 32,000 troops training there from 1914 to 1918. The 11th Battalion, who were the first to train there and be shipped out from Fremantle, landed at Gallipoli at dawn on 25 April 1915.

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Footloose is still going strong at Marloo Theatre. There are some seats left to this outstanding show which showcases the expertise of all the fifty strong cast with this energetic and fun production. This is not to be missed – hurry and book your seats with Gwyne 92551783 or on www.trybooking.com/JPGS

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The next production is a comedy – The Foreigner by Larry Shue

Lighting Operation - Lighting design - Sound Operation - Set design - Set building Set painting

Directed by Rob Warner 22 April – 7 May

Stage Managing - Backstage crew - Costume design - Costume making - Properties (All those bits and pieces that are used onstage)

Followed by Tarry Pratchett’s Wyrd Sisters – a fantastical tale.

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Bushfire Ready Group As we now go into the autumn / winter period working on our properties to maintain low fuel build ups, also makes it easier when the summer period arrives once again. Unfortunately living in the hills comes with its challenges but by enjoying its many benefits, it also makes sure we are ready, when that day arrives.

With March 31st comes the end of the No Burning season, and now you require a permit to burn before 6.00pm, unless the No Burning season has been extended.

Street contacts and any Darlington residents are invited to a post fire season meeting on MONDAY, 11th APRIL at 7.30pm in the FIRE STATION. Representatives from DFES Community Engagement and the Shire of Mundaring will be present to review the fire season past and how we should prepare for the next one. All very welcome to attend

However what you should continue to do is to maintain your fire break. Firebreaks, fuel loads and other hazard reduction requirements help to prevent the spread or extension of a bush fire, ultimately increasing the safety of our community.

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All fire breaks should be maintained to a standard that will allow a fire truck to safely drive down them, if required, to provide that added protection if a fire was in that area. By doing so you do not put those personnel whom are endeavouring to save your property under greater threat. Remember this also includes vertical clearance.

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Helena College International Baccalaureate School Is Term One the busiest term of the year? It certainly feels that way, with lots to report this month from our two campuses, in Darlington (K-5) and Glen Forrest (6-12).

Darlington Campus (K-5) As a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme, our Darlington Campus is all about the inquiry based learning that is at the heart of the IB approach. This term our Kindergarten students are busy exploring the ways in which people are the same but different, while their Pre-primary peers are researching ways to be a good friend. They put their skills into practice during a recent visit to the zoo â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it was a wonderful excursion!

At the other end of the school, an impressive group of fifteen Year 5 students are stepping up to leadership as our Semester One House Captains. Helena College believes in developing leadership skills in all our students, and over the course of 2016 all Year 5 students will have the chance to accept a House Captain role.

The House Captains did a magnificent job at the recent Interhouse Swimming Carnival in ensuring that students were efficiently marshalled into events. Some students competed in as many as 12 events at the carnival â&#x20AC;&#x201C; demonstrating once again that at Helena College, teamwork and participation is paramount.

Glen Forrest Campus (Years 6-12) At the Glen Forrest Campus, participation was also key to the success of the twilight Inter-house Swimming Carnival at Bilgoman Pool, and to our win at the Inter-school carnival (F Division) at HBF Stadium. Well done to all students and their supportive families for the friendly yet competitive spirit at both events.

Our Year 8 students were on the water, and just a few in the water recently, when they got to try sailing on Princess Royal Harbour in Albany as part of their Year 8 camp. Other activities

included visiting The National Anzac Centre, and the Historic Whaling Station at Discovery Bay. Albany camp was one of the best experiences I have ever had. We learnt so much about the history of the ANZACs and whaling. My favourite activities would have to be geocaching and sailing. Amy, 8K It was a really fun and challenging camp with all of the activities especially the sailing because you had to work in a team to sail the boat. Isabella, 8W Our Upper School students have also been out and about, with Years 11-12 Politics and Law students attending a community meeting of the State Shadow Cabinet at the Midland Town Hall. It was an invaluable opportunity to see politics at a grass roots level and to meet politicians on a one to one basis.

Back on campus, our Years 10-11 Peer Support leaders are working each week with Years 6-7 students as part of an ongoing programme to promote friendship and confidence in the younger students, and leadership skills in the older students.

Upcoming Events Helena College invites everyone to the 2016 Personal Project Exhibition, at the Glen Forrest Campus from Tuesday, 5 April to Thursday, 9 April. The Year 10 students have spent the past nine months working on a project of their choice that reflects the knowledge and skills gained through the IB Middle Years Programme. Visitors can see the exhibition as part of a special College tour on Wednesday, 6 April, or visit the College during one of the open days. For more information, call 9298 9100.

Later in the year, our Years 3-6 students will perform at the Regal Theatre as part of the Wakakirri Performing Arts Festival.

They have just started rehearsing and the teachers are already impressed with the talent and commitment shown. It is sure to be a great performance in August.

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Shire of Mundaring Library Service Pugs in the Libraries Children were delighted to have special guests, Fonzie and Hector, at special “Pig the Pug” story times at the libraries. Aaron Blabey has written children’s books centred around the character of a cheeky pug called “Pig”, and so when the opportunity arose to have real life pugs visit, it was too good to miss. Their curly tails were of particular interest to the children, as well as the softness of their fur and gentle, playful natures. Barbara, veterinarian and owner of the pugs, shared information about pugs, and looking after animals.

stories to tell, and we need to create space for them to flourish - to create space for stories that matter”, and this idea was certainly explored in her talk.

Upcoming Author Talks Shire of Mundaring Libraries will be hosting further author talks in April and May. People will again be able to book using Eventbrite. Keep in touch with what is going in on in the libraries by checking the Events calendar on the ‘Events and Programs’ page on the library website, and through the Shire of Mundaring Libraries Facebook, Twitter and blog pages.

School Holidays We wish to remind everyone that Story Time and Baby Rhyme Time go into recess during school holidays from 11 April through to 25 April. If you haven’t been to Story Time or Baby Rhyme Time, it is a relaxed time of stories and songs. Story Time has the added component of a simple craft which reinforces the theme of the day, and is great for encouraging creativity as well as being fun.

An Evening with Melinda Tognini Melinda Tognini is the author of “Many Hearts, One Voice”, a book about the history of the War Widows’ Guild of Western Australia. About 40 people attended Melinda’s informative and engaging author talk at Mundaring Library in March.

Melinda Tognini was writer-in-residence at KSP Writers’ Centre.

Melinda has given voice in her book to the war widows who were often forgotten after WWII ended, left to carry on without recognition or adequate assistance. “Many Hearts, One Voice” chronicles the campaign by these courageous women to gain this recognition. It tells the personal stories of the families.

Melinda states that, “Many ordinary people have extraordinary

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Darlington Arts Festival With the AGM behind us, the committee met to welcome new/returning members and start work on the myriad of tasks needing immediateand long term attention - it’s great that in DAF’s 53rd year, a strong and experienced team is in place.

That’s not to say we wouldn’t be really pleased to see anyone else in the community who could contribute, particularly if you have social media or website skills.

We are keen to promote the festival as a major art event beyond Darlington and Shire borders into the wider Perth arts environment and much of the discussion focussed on how this will be accomplished. Attracting sponsorship is as ever a major undertaking and Geoff and his team are cracking on with

this. Information will be out soon on how you as a business or individual can support us. Gabrielle is working on some great fund raising ideas so watch this space for details. Then there is all the administration for sponsors, entertainers, stall holders , exhibitors and workshops. It sounds like drudgery I know but when you are part of a supportive and enthusiastic team, it’s a rewarding experience and can be a lot of fun.

The other major item on the agenda was the design and theme for this year. We are delighted that Glen Whisson has agreed we can use his painting Spring Tide (which won the Unpackers’ Prize last year)as the background design. With that in mind and because Glen is well known for his contribution to the Darlington community, the 2016 theme is “A Sense of Community”. With so many crises in the world and the struggle to maintain structure and order, our community no matter how we define it becomes ever more a source of security and reassurance.

Darlington Chamber Music Our 2016 series is now locked away, and all necessary details, including how and where to make bookings, are out there on our website, and in brochures available all round Darlington and Mundaring. We have also contacted our email list which includes music lovers from much further afield. As the season approaches there will be many more reminders, but in the mean time readers may like to secure their season tickets and/ or tickets for Concert1 which takes place on Sunday May 8th and features the Darlington Piano Trio. (pictured right) Also being finalised at present are the details of the DC Spring Chamber Festival, on 22/23 October. Due to circumstances beyond our control, and on which we will not elaborate, we are changing the venue on Saturday 22 October to the Mundaring Hall in the morning, and Guildford Grammar School Chapel in the evening. We will have the opportunity there to hear the amazing voice of Sara Macliver in the Chapel.

The Sunday lunch time concert will be in the beautiful surrounds

of the Darlington Estate Winery, as originally planned. It will be a super three course meal, and, with The Trout as the closing concert piece (not the main course). We will have a fitting end to what is shaping up as a very memorable weekend of fine music.

We will publish further details of the festival and offer tickets around the middle of the year.

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Darlington History Group DARLINGTON GROUP

HISTORY

Have you ever gazed wistfully out at an expanse of sunlit blue ocean and wished that you could just run away to sea?

Fran Taylor, the guest speaker at our last monthly meeting in March did just that after falling in love – with tall ships, that is! Fran was born and raised in a town nearby the Clyde River in Scotland, an area famous for its ship-building industry. From an early age she was fascinated by the ships she saw taking shape and then sailing away across the world’s oceans. It was not until after she emigrated to Australia in 1966 that she was able to indulge her love of the gracious ships of yore and eventually travel in them, not just once or twice, but on many different vessels and to many parts of the world.

Closer to home she has been involved with the sail training ship “Leeuwin” and was then fortunate enough to be selected as a crew member aboard the “Endeavour II”, a replica of Captain Cook’s ship in which he explored and mapped Australia’s eastern coast. This modern “Endeavour” was constructed and launched in Fremantle.

Fran developed a deep affection for this ship and sailed in her again from Hobart to Sydney in 2015.

Fran has acted as a guest speaker on many occasions, has been interviewed widely by the media, has acted as a guest lecturer on board a star clipper in 2010 and has published numerous articles and books based on her sailing experiences. These publications are not only full of information on this ancient craft, but also highlight the camaraderie which inevitably develops and the high jinks that the crew get up to . Her talk to us was just such a mixture and was thoroughly enjoyed by all there.

In addition, our Archivist, Lyn Myles, had researched some of the old families of Darlington and found five who were

descendants of prominent early settlers in the Swan River Colony, arriving by sailing ships between 1829 and 1833 – the Samsons, the Leakes, the Chippers, the Smiths (who took over and developed Clayton Farm in Helena Valley) and the Jecks who founded the Rose and Crown Hotel in Guildford and whose son became a manager of the Darlington Vineyard.

And now to the work that we do in the local and wider community. Members of the DHG are always ready and willing to speak of things historical at schools and at any other organisations. One example of our community interaction will be the attendance of Katie Simpson, a resident and former Helena College student, at our meeting in May, the topic being “Lone Acre”, the family property, and the history of the area adjoining Beenong Road. Members of the DHG attended the launch of this book when she was in Year 12 – and a fine publication it is.

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Mundaring Arts Centre Migration and Settlement, the Shire of Mundaring Art Acquisition exhibition, is an incredible display and MAC is delighted to announce that the latest artists to have works acquired by the Shire of Mundaring are Mahogany Creek artist and Yamatji woman Norma MacDonald; Olga Cironis, recent winner of the Sculpture Award at Sculpture By the Sea; long-time supporter of MAC Alan Muller; and former Darlington resident Karin Wallace, our congratulations to these artists.

This year’s acquisition exhibition is an Open event, with artists responding to the theme Migration and Settlement.

The exhibition also features artworks

by Darlington’s Antony Muia and Kieran Ingram.

Supporting Migration and Settlement, Anne Williams shares her passion for natural dyeing, recycling fabrics and natural fibres in Through the Singing of My Hands.

Anne Williams uses the patient process of hand stitch to create images of the powerful forces behind growth and evolution that are not visible to ordinary consciousness. They are things that we know and experience at some level and

Above: Artist in Focus Anne Williams

Anne aims to bring these archetypal ideas into form.

Where possible Anne likes to use natural materials which have already had a life and are softened by wear and washing.

They lie comfortingly in the hand as their use is furthered by stitching. Some of the fabrics and threads she hand dyes with natural dyes.

Her main technique in this exhibition is hand stitching as it allows thoughts to emerge and clarify throughout the long, slow process. Anne sees it as a meditation, where time seems to enter another dimension as the needle threads its way through cloth.

Anne grew up in a family of artist/ makers and the act of making has

always been an integral part of her life. Trained initially as a high school English teacher, she took time out to raise a family before retraining as an art teacher. Her working life focused on being part of the establishment of Waldorf/ Steiner education in Western Australia, with special emphasis on the craft curriculum K - 10. Since retiring from full time teaching Anne has taught many community classes for children and adults, been involved with teachertraining and exhibited in a number of group exhibitions. Through The Singing of My Hands is her first solo exhibition.

Both exhibitions are open from 19 March - 17 April at MAC, 7190 Great Eastern Hwy. Entry is free and MAC is open Tuesday-Friday 10am–5pm; Saturday-Sunday 11am–3pm (closed Mondays and Public Holidays).

The Make Your Mark workshop program for people aged 3 years up (in a partnership with MAC, City of Swan and Ellenbrook Arts) continues in April with a great series of 3D feltmaking, sewing and quilting, Worn Out Worn Art workshops (getting ready for the Darlington Arts Festival!) and loads more for the School Holidays, so head to our website for all the details and book in quick. For further information, please contact 9295 3991 or visit www.mundaringartscentre.com.au

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Palm Sunday Walk For Justice For Refugees On Palm Sunday, people from St Cuthbert’s Church gathered with more than 1000 others on the steps of St George’s Cathedral calling for Justice For Refugees. This year, the focus was on listening to the voices of refugees and asylum seekers.

Rahila Haidry, a young woman who escaped persecution in Afghanistan, spoke about her love of Australia and commitment to welcoming more people who are fleeing danger. Ravi, who had been a TV presenter in his native Sri Lanka, read poetry about the three years he spent on Nauru. A message from a refugee on Manus Island, unnamed to protect them, was read by a young woman whose parents had come to Australia as a refugee.

Our Rector, Father Chris, was the MC for the rally that preceded the walk, and people from churches in the hills marched as the Hills Network For Refugees.

The throng then made its way down Hay St Mall, stopping part way for a time of silence in recognition of those who continue to suffer under Australia’s immigration regime.

Leading the walk were Anglican Bishop Kate Wilmot, Uniting Church Moderator Steve Francis, Fr Greg Donovan representing the Catholic Church and Dr Gervase Chaney representing the medical community.

Palm Sunday at St Cuthbert’s Parishioners were somewhat surprised on Palm Sunday when the morning worship began with a short version of the Stations of the Cross in the church grounds.

The young people, guided by Michelle Watson, confidently led the congregation through the main events of Holy Week from the triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday to the crucifixion on Good Friday.

As we processed to stations around the gardens, they re-enacted, through symbolism and readings, the last supper, the judgement by Pilate, Jesus’ death on the cross and his burial in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea.

It was a very special beginning to Holy Week.

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Darlington Family Playgroup It’s almost Easter and our little ones at DFPG are excited and busy getting ready for the holidays and what that means for them. Crafts galore, bunny ears and treasure hunts are in full swing! So many places to hide, the kitchen inside the wooden cubby or under the steps, within the climbing frame, the slide, the many swings, around the stepping stones… The children love to explore and us adults love to meet up with friends alike, young and older.

snapping off a green bean or a broccoli floret to munch on as they play. Ready to pick or not, we enjoy a lovely morning tea together mid morning followed by more play!

The families look forward to getting together during the Easter break and school holidays at our playgroup. It seems the children are never too old to have fun with their younger siblings, swinging and climbing, painting and sitting around the wigwam. Why not come along and have a look around.

Playgroup runs sessions each weekday morning 9:3011:30am and some afternoons too. We welcome children from new-born to school age and if you contact us, we can let you know about availability on relevant days. Guests can enjoy two complimentary sessions. For more information please call 9299 6396 or email darlingtonfamilyplaygroup@ hotmail.com We’re on facebook too: darlingtonfamilyplaygroup, W.A.

Autumn is upon us and I think we all welcome the cooler weather. Of-course a hot coffee from our new machine is always a bonus and can be indulged throughout the morning while the children play. The littlies enjoy helping to prepare our veggie patch outside at playgroup and in time can enjoy

Mundaring and Hills Historical Society Inc AUTUMN BRINGS MANY CHANGES

are available at the Museum or our office, produced with assistance from the Shire of Mundaring.

Autumn’s the time for change at Mundaring and Hills Historical Society this year! Curator Michelle Wylie left us at the end of February to work full time at City of Gosnells.

Dr Helen Brash, who has assisted as a volunteer for some 18 months, will act as Curator until the position is advertised.

Helen is an historian and has hit the ground running, preparing our new display The Many Faces of the Swan View Tunnel, which will be on display at the Mundaring District Museum until the end of June.

Change is also afoot outside our offices at Mundaring Station Master’s House! We are still open for business, in spite of the fences and earth moving equipment on our doorstep. We already have much to thank the Shire of Mundaring for this month, but the last minute commitment to sealing the car park outside our offices as part of the Sculpture Park upgrade was undoubtedly the best. This will make a HUGE difference to us, as we have battled to keep the fine red dust at bay since moving here some five years ago.

Many thanks go to both the Shire Council and staff who have considered our pleas and are now making this change a fact.

The Museum, too, has been in a state of change and we apologise to anyone who tried to view the Tunnel exhibition over the last couple of weeks. Last issue, we listed the opening date for that display as 9th March, but the Museum has been somewhat of a construction site since then while the Shire replaced the air conditioner. This unfortunately required us to dismantle much of our display. We threw some temporary panels up so visitors to Jeff Austin’s fascinating talk last Saturday could view them, but Helen will be back at work in the Museum this week, restoring the Museum panels to their rightful place. Limited copies of a small booklet on the Tunnel

We are still looking for information and donations about Hills sewing and machines for our Machines and Makers exhibition.

For this or enquiries about displays and the Tunnel booklet, email mhhs@iinet.net.au or phone 92950540.

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The Darlington Club Thank you to all members who attend the recent AGM, for those of you that were not present, the following are the new Darlington Club committee members President

Sue Lavell

Vice-President

Karen Lawson

Treasurer

Don Cole

Secretary

Jan McMillan

Committee

Neil Wakeford

Michelle Sandler

Ray Griffiths (staying on committee)

From a committee perspective, but not a club one, we say goodbye to President

David Lavell

Vice-President

Helen Rawlings

Treasurer

Andrew Roles

Secretary

Margaret Barker

Presidents report Since being invited to be Club President 5 years ago I have seen the Club change in many ways be essentially our main reason for existence remains as a Club for Darlingtonites and likeminded folk to meet and socialise.

Since I have served as President for 5 years, and in accordance with the Club Constitution, clause 8.2.2 I cannot renominate for Present and therefore I will return from the Club at this AGM. I will however support the incoming President to ensure a smooth transition.

This past year has seen a few changes in the way we generate income for and from the Club activities. The main change is that made to the running of the wine tent at the Darlington

Arts Festival. When I first became President, my wife Sue and I made it a goat to bring back the funning of the DAF wine tent to the Club. This was achieved and we have seen many years of successful DAF wine tents. When Sue and I were on the DAF committee we developed a collaborative approach between the Club and DAF. This approach was based upon cost and profit sharing. Last year we saw a change in DAF leadership and the adoption of site fees for all stall holders. This change in approach has left the wine tent operation unattractive as a fundraiser. For a great deal of work and after paying the site fee imposed by DAF the wine tent is no longer a viable venture and the only reason for taking it on, I feel, is now purely based upon demand and community spirit.

This past year, we have many successful functions which raised funds for the Club. Notably The Curry Night, thanks principally to Uma and the Oktoberfest through general donations of members towards the purchase of kegs from Brew 42.

Financially the club is healthy with funds in the combined bank accounts with Bendigo Bank.

I have really enjoyed the past years as President which has been enriched with the help of a supportive committee every year of the five. This past year Helen Rawlins has had to leave us as Vice President due to continuing work commitments in country WA. Margaret Barker, as secretary is retiring this AGM as will the Treasurer Andrew Roles. On committee we have continuing Karen Lawson, Ray Griffiths, Don Cole and Sue Lavell. Adrian Eastwell and his wife Maggs have moved to Mandurah, but Ade has said that we can count on him to assist where needed.

Lastly, I must praise my wife Sue for being my right hand over the past five years. Sue was Vice-President for tow fo those five years and has organised many functions for the Club. I must add that every function that Sue has organised it has been profitable.

In conclusion, thank you to all members that have continued to support me and the Club for the fun, the good times and for the great memories. Thank you David Lavell, President COMING UP Closed Good Friday, but come on down and catch up for some socialising and grab a copy of upcoming events.

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Darlington Social Cricket Club Inc “Slips, Stumpings Appeals & Silly Points” We are fast drawing towards the end of another season.

There are only a few games left. Unfortu-nately, this year Nedlands Rugby club were unable to get a team together, plus it was a very hot day, when DSCC were to play them. Captain Roberts has been ably assisted in the last few games due to his work commitments.

A very big sign saying, “Get well soon Macca”, was erected by the Sacred heart players before the start of the match for Graham McGuinness (one of their team mates), who is battling a serious ill-ness. On behalf of all the DSCC members, I would like wish Graham and his family all the best.

Recently, DSCC lost two long time members, Beaty Axon and Bert Holmes. Beaty along with her husband Fred (dec) were long time social members of DSCC. Their son Alan, played for DSCC for many years and was president of the club for 9 seasons. Our thoughts are with Alan and his family.

On the 31st of January, DSCC hosted the Gaynor’s XI team.

DSCC batted first and made 6/214.

The main contributors were Scrimma with 59, Cam Giles with 39, and Duncan Bell with 36. In reply, Gaynor’s XI were all out for 173. The main wicket takers for DSCC were Doc Bates with 3/9 (it caused the Ferret great pain to print this) with a fine display of spin bowling and Rhino Murphy with 2/14.

Bert Holmes joined DSCC in the early 1970’s. Bill Fox said Bert was one of life’s true gentlemen, a genuinely nice bloke. Bert captained DSCC for 1.5 seasons for some reason. He was a fine swing bowler not too fast and on most occasions, opened the bowling. He batted in the lower half of the innings most times.

He was a member of the ROW team and enjoyed beating the Aussies in the test matches. Terry Giles said Bert gave the appearance of a distinguished English gentleman with his large moustache. After each match, a DSCC member hosts the barbecue at their home for the visiting team and the DSCC members, Bert hosted one of the more memorable ones. In those days, you couldn’t buy take away alcohol on Sundays. As DSCC were playing against the Nedlands Rugby Club, the club purchased an eighteen gallon keg on the Saturday. It didn’t last too long and was finished by 6.30pm. A 10 gallon keg (a spare) was quickly fired up but this didn’t last too long. It was safe to say there was a lot of bluff and bravado at the barbecue that night.

Due to a few teams cancelling for what ever reason, the next match was against Macca’s Waccas on the 21st of February.

DSCC batted first and amassed what seemed like a very good score of 7/205. Steve Beazley top scored with a fine 52, Scrimma made 44 and that ever reliable batsman, Sundries made 37. Macca’s Waccas made light work of the DSCC total and despatched the bowlers to all parts of the oval in scoring 7/206 off 35 overs. The main wicket takers for DSCC were Stuy Aldred with 2/22 and Beazley with 1/7 off only 3 overs.

On the 28th of February, DSCC hosted Sacred Hearts. It was great to see Craig Flash Gordon who donned the cricket whites for the first time this year albeit for Sacred Hearts. The Lucas Boys, Mark and Matt reattached their halo’s and also took to the field for Sacred Hearts. DSCC batted first and were soon in trouble. Duncan Ward, Ben Harvey and Mitch (Shearers Cook) Cork steadied the ship and made brilliant knocks in scoring 50, 48 and 30 respectively, which enabled DSCC to score 9/210. After the first innings,the players were treated to a fine afternoon tea which was supplied by Knackered Knees Harding and his lovely wife Kerry.

Terry says Bert was a member of the “Magnificent Beenong Boys”, along with Ruverok, Al Fan Balfarker, Toobs, Boydie and Vanderkuil. After his playing days finished, Bert became an umpire and was known for his propensity to raising his finger for any good appeal. Bert was always willing to help the club in any way. Club members were encouraged to help each other out with busy bees. Bill Fox remembers helping to lay a new septic drain through some of the worst terrain possible in the Darlington area, in Bert’s back yard. But after a very long, hard, tough day they all enjoyed a nice cold beer. A life membership was bestowed upon Bert for his contribution as a player and the work he did for the club. Deepest condolences to the Holmes family on the passing of Bert.

The Lucas boys, Matt and Mark opened the innings for Sacred Hearts scoring 52 and 58 respec-tively. It would seem they still had room for deserts after the tea break and feasted on a nice selec-tion of cream puffs which was served up by the DSCC pie throwers. Although Sacred Hearts stumbled a bit, after a fight back by the DSCC bowlers. They ended up easily accounting for DSCC’s total with 4/213. The 4 wickets were shared by the DSCC pie throwers.

Vale Beaty and Bert, till next month.

The Ferret.

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Darlington Sports and Recreation Association (WA) Inc. 3. Discussions with the Quantity Surveyor to work up the next stage of the Estimate 4. DaSRA Committee meeting to continue planning and cover ideas for fund raising.

5. Discussing arrangements for the donation of materials, products and trade labour.

Please consider making a financial donation or if you are a trade or building industry supplier please consider offering services or materials as “In-Kind” contributions to make it happen.

The next month sees the committee pursuing the following activities: 1. Advancing the drawings to enable a second stage Estimate to be provided including a list of quantities of materials etc. needed to make the building happen.

2. Finalising arrangements for the first fund raiser 3. Continue seeking donations and pledges of financial support 4. Prepare Expression of Interest [EOI] advertising to engage a Partner Builder.

Following the Mundaring Shire Council unanimous endorsement of the project in February, and the Council’s consideration of a forward commitment of $100,000 in the Budget process, the Committee has been active advancing the work on the project planning to make it happen.

The current financial scenario is summarised as follows: PROJECT BUDGET: approx $600,000 •

In the Bank:

12,000

Since the last update a meeting was held with Lotterywest on 17 February 2016 to discuss the submission of the second stage of the application for a grant in excess of $200,000. The meeting was positive and based on the meeting a formal submission was lodged by the proposed date of early March.

We now await the normal submission consideration process.

This was supported by a number of support letters requested from dignitaries, groups and organisations in Darlington in support of DaSRA and the project

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Pledges:

70,000

In the meantime your Committee is working at fund raising ideas and events in earnest to enable the project to start this year. We are particularly grateful – a big THANK YOU - to Darlington Concerts who have formally donated the marketing and sale of Darlington Number Plates to DaSRA. Please contact Geoff Barker for more details.

If this potential funding is secured the committee is looking to raise another $100,000 – including in-kind materials and trade services donations - to ensure the project proceeds.

• Underwriting: Loan] TOTAL so far

100,00 [effectively a no interest

$182,000

Plus potential Funding under consideration •

Mundaring Shire $100,000

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Lotterywest Grant:

$To be Confirmed

As mentioned previously the Committee is proposing a project delivery method that is new to the Shire where DaSRA actually engages a builder to work as a partner to coordinate the inclusion of materials and services donated by project supporters. DaSRA will be supported in this by its professionally qualified expertise. We believe this could be a model that other community groups can use to improve and add assets, facilities and infrastructure, within the Shire.

Action has also been pursued in other important development areas: 1. Meeting with Architect to finalise arrangements to advance the drawings to the next stage 2. Meeting with Shire Staff regarding the appointment of the Architect, upgrading of Septic Tank system and Building requirements.

Contact Geoff Barker 0418 953 176 or geoff@pmdwa.com for more information.

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April 2016 Mon

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10 Soroptimist’s Fund Raising Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings

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5 6 Helena College Personal Project Expo— see cover for details DRRA Meeting 7.30 Lesser Hall

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13 Darlington History Group 7.30 Lesser Hall

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The Foreigner starts at Marloo till 7th May 29 30 Mothers Day Market at the Post office and Gallery 3-7

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YOU ARE INVITED to the

2016 PERSONAL PROJECT EXHIBITION

Helena College invites you to one of the most special events on our Glen Forrest calendar - the personal project exhibition by our Year 10 students.

Each student has spent the past nine months working on a project of their choice, demonstrating the knowledge and skills gained through the Middle Years programme.

Visitors are always impressed by the range and quality of work on display.

This is full of wonderful inspirational ideas. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Marnie Crew What a lot of talented people and great to see projects from concept to fruition. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; V.McGrath

Join our special tour of the Glen Forrest Campus (Years 6-12) ending with a tour of the exhibition and morning tea.

Wednesday, 6 April from 9.30am Bookings via our website or by calling 9298 9100.

Or to visit the exhibition on one of these days, call into administration and obtain your visitor pass.

Tuesday, 5 April 2016 from 9am - 4pm Wednesday, 6 April 2016 from 9am - 6.30pm Thursday, 7 April 2016 from 11am - 7.30pm Venue

Glen Forrest Campus gymnasium Bilgoman Road, Glen Forrest.

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