Darlington Review April 2017

Vol. 57 No. 3 April 2017

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Editorial

Darlington’s Mikayla Bowen (left) and the Swan Districts youth girls team in a closely fought match with Peel Thunderbirds.

As the familiar summer sound of leather on willow gives way to footy coaches coaxing players to leap higher, run faster, there’s a sense of change on ovals across Australia. contested and I am yet to see egos getting in the way or games being marred by the violence,” says Joe. “I often have over 30 girls sign up for the junior team and through links I’ve made with Swan Districts FC we’ve had clinics run by superstars Chelsea Randall and Kellie Gilson and, more recently, Dockers captain Kara Donnellan.”

With national women’s football teams generating huge interest — and the prospect of becoming an Eagle or Docker becoming a realistic ambition for girls like Mikayla Bowen — it’s clear female footy’s time has come. And apart from unbridled enthusiasm of the pioneer players and their local sports coaches, credit must also go to supportive mums who, says one coach, have been right behind their barrier-crashing daughters.

The College teacher cites Darlington’s Mikayla Bowen (best and fairest in her first season at Swan Districts last year) as a future superstar. “She’s always liked footy but now she has a passion for it and is totally focussed — and she’s a student with many talents,” he says.

“Barriers have been tumbling over the last five year – it’s no longer the case that a girl who wants to play footy is not taken seriously,” says Joe Kendall, Acting Head of Physical and Health Education at Helena College.

“Over the next five years AFLW will take off and the skill level and talent already on show will only get better as these younger girls progress.”

Joe, the 2015 AFL School Ambassador (for running an Outstanding Female AFL Program), is determined his fouryear-old daughter (an Eagles fan about to start Auskick) should have the option to participate in AFL. He firmly believes the game is well suited to girls because they’re “fast, agile and quick thinking”.

On and off the field, Mikayla has that brand of buoyant enthusiasm that hints at the way she plays — yet she comes from a three generation dynasty of dancers! Her grandmother Terri Charlesworth runs has her own ballet school, her mum is the lovely Lara Gandini of Kindy Dance whom we usually see surrounded by tots in tutus.

“In my experience the girls are very physical, games are closely

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BELOW: Coach Joe Kendall and Mikayla Bowen

Darlington Review - April 2017 momentum to “do something for your community” will gather strength as the year progresses.

Was it the energising autumnal weather that did the trick?

Certainly, it prompted Councillor Trish Cook to make sure the community bonfire didn’t die by rallying willing hands to gather the fuel. Trish turned to Helena College knowing that community service was an element in the International Baccalaureate and College teacher Di Parker soon had more than 30 students to help with the Community Bonfire — and lots of new ideas to go with that involvement (see next item).

Then the Friends of Darlington Station (FODS) welcomed several new members who, while family commitments mean they can’t join the Sunday workers, will adopt parts of the reserve when they meet once a month. (see page 12) And finally, DAF Secretary Chris Pemberton reported: “The news is much more positive — we’re delighted that Cathy Day has volunteered to coordinate the Open Art exhibition while Joe Houldsworth picks up sponsorships and donations…” However, as Chris emphasises in her notes, a very key position remains to be filled: that of Treasurer. Long-serving Ron Stuurstraat has agreed to stay on to mentor a new recruit, so if you can help with this, keep that positive momentum going by contact Chris on 9252 0154.

“I was the first girl in my extended family NOT to do ballet,” says Mikayla with a certain pride. Her brother was an Auskick/ Darlington Junior Football Club player, so she kicked the footy in the yard with him and watched games. But, never seeing girls on the field, she didn’t consider the sport instead trying a range of others. Now her sights are firmly set on making the State team and then the AFLW. “There are so many inspiring role models, and now that I’m training with the League girls at Swan Districts and with the State Under 18s I can see the level I need to reach – all these things are stepping stones to my major goal, so it’s exciting!”

What does Lara think of her 15-year-old daughter who could be chosen for the Under 18 squad to play in Victoria and Queensland this year?

“I was thrilled because ballet is a really tough career!” says Lara. “My brother was a Swan Districts player and so I watched games almost every weekend in amongst my ballet lessons — but I’m not sure I would have had the confidence to play! Mikayla has guts and determination, and, most importantly, she absolutely loves it, so I want to really encourage her to pursue her dream.”

Helena College teacher Di Parker and Councillor Trish Cook

While Mikayla credits Joe for spurring her interest, Darlington’s Chloe Williams credits Matt Scott and Matt Snell of Darlington Primary School for encouraging girls to become involved in all sports — and her big brother Jackson who has helped hone her skills. Chloe, who is in Year 8 at Eastern Hills, is excited at the prospect of playing for the Hills Rangers. And, on our doorstep at the Darlington Junior Football Club, four Juniors (Years 3 – 6) and five Auskickers will also take to the field to advance the cause.

ABOVE : Chloe Williams (right) with Rangers player Kira Offer

The bonfire lives!

With the intervention of Trish Cook and her sister Di Parker (a teacher at Helena College) Darlington’s Community Bonfire — that died last year through lack of willing hands to gather the fuel — lives again, and with a decidedly youthful spring in its step!

There’s talk of not only College fuel gatherers getting involved, but of student rock bands entertaining those who turn up for bonfire and BBQ. Also being discussed is the possibility of a contest (with prizes) to produce the best Guy Fawkes type effigy to burn on the bonfires — with Colin James and the good folks from the Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade making sure it all happens in a safe way.

Good luck to ALL our footy players for the coming season.

Talking to the enthusiastic Di Parker, who will supervise the International Baccalaureate students along with another teacher, it becomes clear that this is an idea with legs, so watch this space! And, as Trish says, there will be a chance for other schools and clubs to get involved in future.

What a difference a month makes!

We struck a sober note in the last Review when urging more locals to consider volunteering for local events like the Darlington Arts Festival, the abandoned Community Bonfire, and Friends of Darlington Station (FODS) — so it’s great to report that the picture is more positive this month, and hopefully the

As the bonfire is an opportunity to spread fire safety messages and remind us all to clean up our properties for summer, this is an event worth saving. So save the date: Saturday October 28.

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Congratulations to Labor’s Matthew Hughes

Over 24 years in parliament, he has held challenging portfolios — police, emergency services, planning and health and he says taking on the police portfolio was a true “baptism of fire” because of the high media interest. And of course all that community service came while juggling a busy family life, with children at school.

While there is only one winner in terms of party and candidate in any election — in this one our community pavilion could certainly be counted a winner, with both candidates promising support for it and the successful candidate for the seat of Kalamunda, Labor’s Matthew Hughes, pledging a generous $100,000.

“Undoubtedly there is pressure on the family because of course it’s hard to completely switch off when you come home! But while there’s a lot of pressure, there is also a lot of satisfaction in holding such significant roles and having the chance to contribute.”

We wish John Day well in a pressure-free future.

A chance to have YOUR say

Matthew is a Darlington resident with a very impressive track record in education and an educational philosophy that would gladden the hearts of many an educator. As from next month, Matthew will be keeping you up-to-date with news in our electorate and we will profile him in that issue. We extend a warm welcome to him on behalf of the Darlington community.

Meanwhile Darlington Pavilion Coordinator Geoff Barker has this to say: “We’re ecstatic that the new Labor government saw fit to pledge $100,000 to a community project that clearly has huge community support. It makes all our work to get to this point worthwhile!”

$400,000 deficit

As Geoff writes in his notes, this donation could encourage other local communities to take the initiative and possibly to use our pavilion funding model for their own projects.

It’s hard not to be impressed with what seems to be a first for Mundaring Shire: taking a long hard look at expenditure given the complaints that accompany the arrival of rates notices- and giving ratepayers a chance to have a say in priorities.

However, after the celebrations and thanks, the hard work involved in making this project happen goes on and your dollars, your bricks, your help is still needed, so read the DaSRA notes.

Farewell to a well-regarded MP

The Shire recently ran a series of workshops to identify possible areas of expenditure that could be pruned without significantly impacting on services. The workshops followed a move from some councillors that rates should be capped at three per cent.

This issue sees the final column from longserving Kalamunda MP John Day who will be fondly remembered as a parliamentarian who served his electorate well. Whatever the local occasion, be it a brigade function or an arts festival opening, John was always there —and was always responsive to local queries or requests for help. His long involvement with the Darlington Review goes way back to the years when he advertised his dental practice while living in Darlington. Later, the Review appreciated his monthly column that kept us up-to-date with government initiatives.

One of the possible cost-cutting targets being considered is the camping/canoeing facilities at Lake Leschenaultia. Quizzed about this on the ABC, CEO Jonathan Throssell explained that to keep rates at 3 percent (an annual rate increase of $45 a year on average as opposed to the forecast $75 increase) the Shire needed to identify $1m in savings. Running the kiosk, canoes and camping ground results in a $400,000 deficit, so there is little wonder it was one of the items under consideration.

“We either stop providing the services or we ask someone else to step in,” the CEO told the ABC — which makes you wonder why the Shire bears the costs associated with this well-loved natural asset? The John Forrest National Park is run by the Department of Parks and Wildlife, which also runs the camping facilities at the Perth Hills Discovery Centre.

Have a read of the councillor’s column by Shire President David Lavell because the Shire welcomes your feedback that will help to shape the Corporate Business Plan and long term planning over the next decade. There are some hard decisions to come if we want our Shire to live within its budget. You have until 9am on April 18 to have your say.

“Yes, the election was certainly a tidal wave and Kalamunda was caught up in it,” he says as he surveys the road ahead (travel, time for photography, visits to catch up with his daughter Olivia in Melbourne, and, of course, regular visits to Darlington for coffee, because he still picks up his mail at our Post Office!).

“Yes, the life of a minister can be demanding and pretty relentless, because governments face so many hard choices and ever-increasing community expectations,” says John who was given his first ministry only four years after becoming a backbencher.

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Our Anzac hero With Britain under siege and Europe under German occupation, many looked to the skies, the RAF — and that legendary heavy bomber, the Lancaster, with its specially trained pilots — to defend the vulnerable island.

One young pilot to fly more than 26 missions over Italy and Germany was a 22-year-old Darlington man attached to the Australian Lancaster Squadron. Leith Smith had recently been promoted to Flight Lieutenant when, in June 1944, his bomber was heading towards the Ruhr Valley’s industrial plants.

Over Holland, the Nachtjager (night fighters) were waiting and Leith’s plane came under attack after midnight. The German pilot would bring down two Lancasters that night, and only one member of Leith’s crew managed to eject and was made a prisoner of war. In June, an article in The West Australian noted he was missing. Later, the Red Cross informed his family that their son had lost his life.

Much information about the plane’s fate came from Jan Ruijs of Holland who was just eight years old when awoken by the terrifying sound of Leith’s bomber crashing near his home in Uden and who went on to research its history.

Our thanks to Lyn Myles of the Darlington History Group who alerted us to the story of the first child born on the Leithdale Estate Subdivision and who was named after it. Eric Alfred Leith Smith and his Lancaster crew were buried in the Military Cemetery in Uden, Holland.

ABOVE: LEITH SMITH’S MEDALS: (l – r)-39-45 Star; Air Crew Europe star for France & Germany; Defence medal; War medal; and Australian Service medal.

Lest we forget

What a difference a month makes mark II!

Once again, Swan Harmony, the Hills choir with many Darlington members, will sing at the Anzac service at the war memorial in Mundaring on Anzac Day. And once again, the good people from Earnshaws Real Estate will put on a free breakfast at Darlington Hall from 6am for those attending dawn services, dog walkers, or anyone who want to share a friendly cuppa with neighbours…

The March meeting of the Darlington Residents and Ratepayers Association saw the February DRRA decision not to oppose the proposed construction of an Optus mobile phone in Victor Road (next to the Western Power Substation) reversed.

As DRRA Chris Pemberton observes in her notes, it was standing room only in the Lesser Hall and in a single meeting membership reached an unprecedented 100!

There will be bacon and egg rolls on offer plus Lindsay’s signature pancakes and maple syrup and, as Kendall Earnshaw says: “We love seeing everyone standing around, cradling their cups and chatting as the sky lightens and the day warms up. Rain or shine, we’re serving breakfast on Anzac day, and we’d love to see you.”

“We look forward to the new members’ continuing interest and participation in DRRA,” she notes. The next DRRA meeting is on Tuesday 4th April, 7.30pm in the Lesser Hall.

Several residents opposing the tower also attended the March Mundaring Council meeting to register their objections. Shire President David Lavell said that Shire officers would explore the alternative options suggested, provide responses to all submissions and present a report to Council in May. The report will contain all submission and responses and will make a recommendation either for or against the current Optus application.

A letter in this issue suggests that “Telstra’s mobile coverage is considered acceptable in Darlington” and outlines objections to the tower. It also asks why Optus can’t upgrade existing infrastructure.

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Desert Child comes to Darlington Also a big success was the inaugural music concert in Juniper Hall Studios last month, featuring an amazing quartet of jazz musicians brought together by local composer, musician and singer Rupert John. So at ease with one another are these jazz musicians on guitars and clarinet that the sweet harmonies and improvised riffs they produced had the audience in the palm of their hands.

So impressed was he by the studio’s acoustics that guitarist Guy Ghouse immediately set up a return visit to Juniper Hall Studios. The talented Desert Child musician from Broome, currently living in Mundaring, will team up with his long time musical partner, guitarist Damien Watkiss. Their shared love of good times, good music and guitars saw them forming Desert Child in 1995 in Broome, following a tradition of music-making started in the 1970s by their parents.

Gangsters galore!

They’ve toured the world — from the Edinburgh Festival to Austin, Texas — and will set off on another tour the day after they perform in Darlington. The date: Sunday April 9 at 5.30pm.

Parking in Dalry Road; bookings through: trybooking.com

It certainly wasn’t business as usual when local dentist Karl Bailey donned a fedora and shades, produced a pack of cards and got together with Kate Bird (Colour Me Kate) who might have strolled out of a 1920s speakeasy. Meanwhile 2 Café’s Amy sashayed around with a headband of pearls and a tray of champagne glasses. It was all a bit of fun to promote Gangsters, Gamblers and Gin Soaked Girlies music soiree on April 7 at 2 Montrose. Booking details are advertised in this issue (see page 30) and if the pics in the advert are anything to go by, the last such event featuring some really great musicians was a big success.

Mobile vendors? No way!

Also debated at the March Mundaring Council meeting was the proposal to permit mobile vendors to set up coffee/food vans on Shire land (provided they are 100 metres from the nearest food outlet).

One of those strongly opposed to this was Vivian of the Glen Forrest Gourmet and the Review believes that both The Pines and 2 Café feel the same way.

Guy Ghouse and Damian Watkiss

As we go to press, the rain is drumming on the roof and the wind is howling — but no one is complaining and our gardens have seldom looked so great in March.

Enjoy the changing season and all the good news stories in this fake-news-free zone, with no alternative facts!

And here’s a final good news story from Mundaring Shire Libraries notes: Boya Library welcomed 955 new borrowers and has notched up an above average borrowing rate for WA libraries with a whopping 11,386 through the doors. Who says libraries are dying? They’re evolving into flexible spaces more widely used by communities — and Boya is a beautifully example of that.

Normally wreathed in smiles (as she was again when we photographed her presiding over her cakes), the coffee shop owner made it clear she was dead against the idea of vendors on her doorstep in Morgan John Morgan Park.

“A coffee van has already reduced my morning trade and mobile vans on the reserve would jeopardise not only our business but that of an adjacent bakery and café,” said Vivian.

“Because of our location, we don’t benefit from passing traffic, so the impact would be negative on what are long standing businesses. There’s a time and place for mobile vendors — and it’s certainly not here!”

Trea Wiltshire Editor

It’s a view shared by sporting clubs running fund-raising sausages sizzles on ovals as well as coffee shops, and it was one expressed by DRRA at its February meeting.

The councillors deferred a decision until the next council meeting on April 4.

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May 14th - Concert 1 | June 11th - Concert 2 | July 16th - Concert 3 August 27th - Concert 4 | October 15th - Concert 5 For Concert Details & Ticketing Information visit:

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Letters to the Review Re: Proposed Optus Tower at 320 Victor Road from Neil and Janie Matthews

any real broad benefit to Darlington residents. The Proposal has identified more elevated, less visible alternate areas in less populated terrain which should bear closer scrutiny.

The issue at hand is not one of whether better mobile coverage is a good thing – certainly, in today’s world, efficient connectivity is important. In our opinion, the real issues are: •

Whether there is a need for another tower;

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Whether the proposed site is the most appropriate site;

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Whether the proposed installation is permitted under current Shire regulations.

Optus’ proposal purports that this installation is “Telecommunications – Small Scale Commercial”. The Shire’s definition of Small Scale vs. Large Scale installation seems to hinge on whether or not the installation is “visually obtrusive”.

We believe that, under any reasonable interpretation, a 36 metre tower with an initial headframe antenna array of over 3m x 3m, in the proposed location, cannot be considered as anything but a visually obtrusive piece of equipment. Under current Shire regulations, a Large Scale Installation is not permitted on land zoned Rural Residential. 320 Victor Road is zoned Rural Residential.

Optus is currently co-located with Telstra at both the Water Tanks and Padbury Rd sites. From our experience (as Telstra users), having reviewed Telstra’s coverage map and having spoken to many people in Darlington it seems that, these days, Telstra mobile coverage is considered acceptable in Darlington.

Darlington Pensioner Judith Rowan writes with reference to the new bus stop on Darlington Road:

So, if Telstra can provide this level of coverage from the current tower locations, where Optus is already co-located, why can’t an upgrade to the existing Optus infrastructure meet the identified needs? If they can, then no additional tower would be needed. If they can’t, then we would like to know why. We can’t lose sight of the fact that we live in a hilly, tree-filled terrain with significant rock outcrops which are likely to cause some interference and shadow areas.

It is very elegant, but there are so few bus shelters on the much used 322 route that surely it would have been better to use the money it cost to build several standard bus stop shelters instead. There is still no bus shelter at its terminus and I have waited many times, with my shopping in extreme heat and pouring rain in Statham Street and cursed the lack of shelter.

Older people like me and school children are the main users and need to be protected from the elements.

The proposed site for the tower is at the bottom of a valley with hills in the direction of the majority of Darlington. A tower’s working range depends on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the height of the antennae over the surrounding terrain. Telecommunication towers are usually (if not always) on high ground relative to their environs which provides for line of sight to the surrounding area. The proposed tower will certainly be tall at 36 metres, but in the proposed location, will not be elevated above most of Darlington. This raises questions as to what the coverage limitations for this tower on this site will be and, therefore, whether this tower would actually provide

Photo Source: Google Earth

Darlington Ratepayers & Residents Association Standing room only at a DRRA meeting! It doesn’t happen often but the March meeting of DRRA was rather more exciting than usual. A large group of residents turned up to join the association and discuss their concerns about the proposed telecommunications installation on the block adjacent to the sub station on Victor Rd. While everyone supports improvements to mobile reception, after lengthy discussion the meeting resolved the following motion and detail of the concerns be sent to the Shire:

with the rural residential zoning of the block in question.

Further issues raised included: whether there had been sufficient consideration of upgrading and sharing the current monopole on Victor Rd; alternative locations identified by Optus were more appropriate and could meet the Shire’s planning requirements; the close proximity of the monopole to the riding school on Victor Rd and the possible negative health impact on the children who attend it; clarification of whether future antennas would require the height be raised beyond the proposed 35 metres.

“DRRA opposes the proposal to construct a communications tower on Victor Rd on the grounds that: it is in an inappropriate location; contravenes shire planning regulations; and will be of limited benefit to Darlington residents.”

We’ll let you know how the Shire responds.

Meanwhile membership has expanded considerably and we look forward to the new members’ continuing interest and participation in DRRA.

The principal concern in support of the motion was that the installation was, by definition, large scale and under the terms of the Shire’s planning regulations regarding large scale installations, the proposed monopole would not be compatible

Next meeting: Tuesday 4th April, 7.30pm in the Lesser Hall

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Friends of Darlington Station Reserve (FODS) GREAT NEWS! WEEKDAY FODS!

ADOPT-A-SPOT!

Sundays do not suit everyone so we are introducing weekday FODS.

If a location nearer to your home appears to need some attention and this suits you better than coming down to Darlington Station then you can “Adopt-A-Spot” and do your clean-ups there.

As always we shall continue to do our usual clean-up every 2nd Sunday however some of our newest members shall instead get together at Darlington Station each second Thursday beginning Thursday April 6th at 8am we begin Weekday FODS to do some weeding and clean-up work.

If Sundays have not been a possibility for you but you wish to help out then maybe these Thursdays could work for you.

We shall be encouraging an informal “Drop In- Drop Out” format which means that you can choose your startfinish time as well as the duration time to suit your own timetable.

Those wishing to join any of our happy groups can make contact by simply texting me on 0424 703 200 or email: philvile@iinet.net.au Alternatively contact Stacey on: stacey.august64@gmail.com ….or simply show up on Thursday 6th April so that we can meet and give you more information. Then if you want you can go away and think of things first.

As always gloves, tools and bags etc. etc. are all supplied free so no need to bring anything along.

Welcome aboard!

Phil Vile, FODS Co-ordinator

Darlington Netball Club REGISTRATIONS Unfortunately, TIME HAS RAN OUT and Registrations have now closed and teams have been submitted.

So if you have not registered you are now too late. Eastern Hills Netball Association informed us that registrations for Netball in the hills were lower this year, with a few girls (including some from Darlington) having to amalgamate with other clubs in the association.

Hi All,

However, we still have exciting new interest from the lower ages and have formed another NetSetGo team, which is where, of course, our older girls formed their love for the game.

For our first fundraising endeavour we are having a

If you have missed out registering this year, but you think your child may be interested in the future, then don’t hesitate to come and watch a game or two at the courts in Mundaring, it is a perfect place for you to show your child what it is all about and you will have a fun day out tool.

Sausage sizzle at Bunnings on Sunday 2nd April 2017.

Did you know that Tony from Tony’s Tender Meats is a really nice guy ????

Any enquires or problems with registration please do not hesitate to contact Amanda on dandamoore@hotmail.com

He was genuinely keen to help and has made his own yummy sausages at a discounted rate for us. So please come along, grab a gourmet yummy sausage and support us in help raising funds for a local club at the same time.

We also have a Facebook page which is a perfect place to clarify and share relevant information about fixtures, events and meetings.

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Mezzanine Gallery ART EXHIBITION: Colour’s Edge Mezzanine Gallery presents an exhibition of oil works on wood and canvas by Myles Durham. These paintings are distinguished by a generous, original and potent use of colour. Durham’s earliest sketches were monochrome and, in fact, it was Mezzanine Gallery director Mark Alderson who encouraged him to extend his palette, which he has done so successfully. The works are delightful; dazzling natural landscapes that are both immediately pleasing and that repay deeper reflection. First to acknowledge his Australian influences – Fred Williams, John Olsen, (our own) Bob Juniper and Richard Woldendorp, Durham’s work has the feel of a European Fauvist squinting in the WA light. Durham speaks passionately of this intensity as both wondrous and even overpowering.

In Colour’s Edge a few assured canvases give way to a trove of smaller works fashioned from broken timbers and black-butt offcuts. In Durham’s abstraction, colour creates the form. Features in the wood interweave with the image, whimsically and sometimes spectacularly with jagged edges, as if nature leapt from the frame that would contain it.

Durham’s is a singular and confident vision, realized with energy and intelligence; not to be missed.

Colour’s Edge opens on Friday 31st March at 6.30pm.

Works will be on display throughout April and May at the Gallery at Darlington Dental, 2 Montrose Avenue, Darlington 9am - 4pm.

Artist Myles Durham

Mundaring Weir Gallery The Gallery is air-conditioned for your comfort and it now has a ramp for easy access into the building. Friendly volunteer staff will advise on your purchases, if required.

As I write this today it is overcast and drizzling. Beautiful.

I love the rain and it replenishes the earth. My garden is loving it too.

There is too much to itemise individually--- you need to come and see. We look forward to seeing you on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, 11.30am to 5pm. Other opening times can be arranged by contacting the Gallery on mwgallery@yahoo.com.au .

Now the weather is cooling a bit it is time for a drive to the Hills. Enjoy a picnic or have lunch at the pub. Once your hunger pangs have been satisfied, head to the Mundaring Weir Gallery to buy a few gifts or just something for yourself or your home.

If you are an artisan and wishing to sell your work, make enquiries and there could be spot for you. Anyone wishing to join MUST be prepared to roster when required.

Our normal range of beautiful art and craft has something for every age group.

We have a good range of honey, jams, pickles and oils, too, all produced locally, and it is this that we are featuring this month.

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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.

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

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Next Brigade meeting: Tuesday, April 11th 2017, at the Darlington Fire Station.

April 1st saw the Shire of Mundaring move to the first Restricted Burning period for 2017. Please see the Shire website, or call them, to confirm the current status, obtain burning information and check for updates. We will also endeavour to post notifications on the Darlington Brigade Facebook page.

Scott St on a busy Saturday morning.

And we assisted Midland Fire & Rescue at a truck fire near the top of Greenmount Hill that saw Great Eastern Highway eastbound closed for a while.

Within the Restricted Burning period permits to burn must be obtained for lighting ALL fires BEFORE 6pm; with some small garden refuse fires permitted AFTER 6pm without a permit, under strict criteria, including; •

the pile of garden 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

(see photos below) If you haven’t remembered, 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 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.

Here are a few smoke alarm facts; • It is LAW that property owners install mains powered smoke alarms BEFORE they sell or rent their property.

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

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 may not have been sufficient to substantially reduce the bush fire risk. Our 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 if we have long periods of fine weather between.

Remain vigilant, continue to look out for bush fire activity and report them to 000. If you are conducting burns on your property please exercise the utmost caution.

• 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.

“You might be a fire fighter if “climbing the corporate ladder” has nothing to do with career advancement.” ~ Author Unknown

A bit has been happening for the brigade in the last few weeks, above our regular scheds, meetings and training. On March 10th we visited the students at Treetops Montessori and discovered an eager team of future volunteer fire fighters. We provided traffic control when a large tree fell across

Cheers Ricky Harvey

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Mundaring Christian College Extraordinary Teachers for Extraordinary Students

at our Secondary College. He is a devoted family man to his children and describes his mother as his hero. He admires her greatly as she fought so hard for her family and is the glue that has held everyone together.

We all know that the single greatest effect on student achievement is the effectiveness of the teacher.

Knowledge, experience, v a l u e s , dedication are all vital ingredients, as are the ability to relate well to students and inspire the best from them. At Mundaring Christian College, we love people and are grateful for the extraordinary teaching and operational colleagues that form the backbone of our school.

Mr Chan was about 16 hears old when knew he wanted to be a teacher. During his teen years, he mentored and led a group of peers in his church and realised that he really enjoyed teaching, imparting knowledge and watching his peers learn not to make the same mistakes he had made.

Mr Chan is a self-confessed technology guru who says, “technology is a good slave, but a bad master”. He encourages students to plan what needs to be done and then assess how technology can make it better or more efficient. One of Mr Chan’s next projects is to pull apart an old computer, teaching his students about its constituent components, and then put it back together!

Mr Chan loves that at our College teachers truly collaborate, meeting weekly in Professional Learning Teams to bounce ideas off each other, learn from each other’s mistakes, and share ideas that have worked well.

According to Mr Chan, a great day at school, is when a student says, “I get it”! Those fist-pump moments are what he strives towards hearing every day. Mr Chan wants students to know that it is ok if you get it wrong. The fear of making a mistake and not getting the perfect answer, and therefore not trying, is somehow instilled in us and he is keen to change that.

One of our teachers, brimming with humility and passion, is Mr Michael Chan. We thought you might like to find out a little more about him.

Find out how our staff make Mundaring Christian College more than a school by phoning 9295 2688 for a personal school tour.

Mr Chan is married to Mrs Jerilyn Chan, a Mathematics teacher

Darlington Bushfire Ready All smoke alarms:

Street contacts and any interested residents, are invited to attend our post-season meeting at the Fire Station on MONDAY, 10th APRIL commencing at 7.30pm.

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Need to be tested and cleaned regularly

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Need to be replaced after 10 years.

DFES recommends photoelectric smoke alarms.

Smoke alarm regulations require owners to have mains powered smoke alarms fitted to all residential properties in Western Australia that are subject to sale, rent or hire. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that the smoke alarms fitted are:

Yes the rain has come along with the cooler weather, but we still need to maintain our vigilance regarding fires as the bush was dry for many months and winds keep it dry.

Whilst we are focused on preparing and making sure our home is safe outside, it is also very important to ensure inside we have a SMOKE ALARM .

More than 50 people across Australia die each year as a result of home fires, with many more injured. Many of these homes do not have a working smoke alarm.

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No more than 10 years old

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Permanently connected to mains power.

How do I test and clean my smoke alarm?

Monthly: Test by pressing the test button with a broom handle

Only working smoke alarms can provide the critical early warning needed to save lives and minimise property damage. When you are asleep you lose your sense of smell. A smoke alarm is your electronic nose and will alert you if there is smoke from a fire.

Yearly: Vacuum around your smoke alarm vents Yearly: Use a surface insect spray around the smoke alarm to prevent insects nesting inside

A small fire can grow to involve an entire room in up to four minutes. A smoke alarm provides early warning and time to escape.

Yearly: Replace your 9 volt battery each year on 1 April I look forward to seeing you at our April 10th meeting Colin James Coordinator 62980836

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Seen and Heard Volume”. The bands! 7 local young bands and solo artists will take to the stage to show the audience how to bust a move.

Feel free to come down and check out what will be on offer!

This event is for all young people aged 12 and over and 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 youth merchandise will be up for grabs at the event.

Seen and Heard will provide a FREE tasty, mini pizzas and some healthy snacks which will be prepared by our wonderful CREW. We will also have Ye Olde Ice Cream Van who will be there with some yummy treats for all to enjoy.

So book Saturday April 8 into your diaries! Come and help Seen and Heard celebrate Youth Week 2017 bring your mates and celebrate all things ‘youthy’ with us.

“Drug Aware Swan Volume” Music Festival is back for 2017 to celebrate National Youth Week. The event will be held at Swan View Youth Centre on Saturday, April 8 from 2.00 pm until 7.00 pm.

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

Join the fun by grabbing your mates to enjoy the Bubble Soccer, where you can climb into an inflatable ball, and play soccer with friends while tumbling around all in one. Don’t forget the Bungee Joust- try and catch your friends while tied to a bungee cord. 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. And the Best part? It is all FREE!

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

Pictured above: Gabby William, Malaynee Snell (performed at the event last year- local solo artist), Malaynee’s Grand-mother and friend there to support her

But don’t forget the most important part of “Drug Aware Swan

Mundaring and Hills Historical Society Inc name of the hotel. They were the hotel’s licensees between 1920 and 1926. We suspect Chiavi and Wallace would have been unhappy when their order arrived in WA. Can you see the error on the decal?

This coffee cup is one of the fascinating objects on display in the current Mundaring District Museum exhibition, ‘A Place to Stay: Accommodation in the Hills’. Purchased a number of years ago from a second-hand shop in North Perth, it was recently donated to the Mundaring & Hills Historical Society. The cup was made in England

by Grindley Hotel Ware for the Goldfields Weir Hotel, now the Mundaring Weir Hotel. While dating crockery can be difficult, our task was made a little easier because of the cup’s decal. The entwined initials of the licensees, G. Chiavi and W.H. Wallace, can be seen above the

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Darlington Review - April 2017

Darlington Bushwalking Series On the Track again The bushwalking season is about to begin.

Dust off those walking boots/shoes and get them dusty again. Come join us for some fun-time mornings in the beautiful and peaceful bushlands. It is a great way to enjoy some social time with other likeminded people and the serenity of the bush.

information about these trails or about many other trails in Australia and more than a dozen other countries they are very happy to impart some knowledge and information about the adventures and their experiences.

A Funny Thing Happened……

Recently a hiker was walking along one day when he came to a narrow part of the river. Seeing another hiker on the other side of the river, he called out,”Hey, how do you get to the other side?”

The other hiker looked carefully along the river to the left, then carefully along the river to the right. He thought for a bit and called back, “You are on the other side.”

See you on the track.

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2017 Bushwalk Programme Announced The 2017 Programme is outlined below. Simply email Cliff (cliffburns@iprimus.com.au) to indicate your interest. He will promptly reply with full details and information of the 2017 programme. Ask to be placed on the “Darlington Bushwalk News” email list, and you will receive all the new information hot off the press. Some 79 different people participated in last season’s programme with an average of 24 participants on each bushwalk.

Cape to Cape Track Lots of people want to do the Cape to Cape Track. If you are one of those, register your interest quickly for more information and the opportunity to secure a spot on this great walk. Without doubt the Cape to Cape Track is one of the best walks/treks anywhere in the world.

New Adventures Completed Cliff and Sharron (pictured right) recently completed treks on the West Highland Way in Scotland, the Laugavegur Highland Volcano Trail in Iceland and the Kungsleden Trail in Sweden’s far north (above the Arctic Circle). Anyone wishing to gain

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Katharine Susannah Prichard Writers’ Centre KSP Open Day for Readers and Writers

In the Perth hills from the 1920s up until the 60s, the home of Australian novelist Katharine Susannah Prichard was famous for its social gatherings. According to her son, ‘Writers visiting Western Australian usually made a point of calling on Katharine at Greenmount’. The beautiful bush block hosted tea parties on the verandah and played jazz on the gramophone in the evenings. On Sunday 7 May, we invite you to continue this tradition of socialising at 11 Old York Road by attending the free KSP Writers’ Centre annual Open Day. Activities on the day include guided heritage tours, sausage sizzle, KSP market stalls, poetry and prose performances, and plenty of information to pick up about the Centre’s many services and upcoming events for both writers and readers. Katharine’s work studio will be open for viewing and, of course, the KSP Café will be open offering free cups of tea and coffee to compliment the delicious gourmet goods at our Charity Bake Sale.

As the volunteers at KSP prepare the property for this highly anticipated event – tidying rooms, sweeping leaves, shifting furniture, dusting shelves – they are reminded of Katharine herself, doing the same thing before family came to visit.

According to her biography, Wild Weeds and Wildflowers, Katharine admitted ‘it wouldn’t seem like home if every room wasn’t oozing with books and papers’. It is with pride and remembrance that the community Centre of today continues to reflect this warm vision.

KSP Writers’ Centre is located at 11 Old York Road, Greenmount, directly adjacent to the Hugo Throssell stone memorial on Great Eastern Highway, with car parking available at the front and rear of the property. Families welcome. Open Day will run from 10.30am – 3.00pm.

For more details please visit the KSP website www.kspwriterscentre.com or phone the office 08 9294 1872.

Soroptimist International of Helena She has travelled to many parts of the world researching the stories of women experiencing violence.

We also had the opportunity to attend a workshop on eSafety Women, an initiative of the Office of the Children eSafety Commissioner. The workshop covered technology facilitated abuse and for women to take control online. Many situations that women in domestic violence experienced included identifying locations, harassment, monitoring or stalking, posting threats and punishment and impersonations. The facilitator showed plans to take control by learning about your device and how to use it safely and how to explore social media with confidence.

In celebration of International Women’s Day, in conjunction with CWA, who supplied the morning tea , we assisting with serving of teas and coffee at the grand occasion of opening of the Boya Community centre.

This month we are pleased to be inducting two new members, who have already shown their interest in the Days for Girls project by attending one of the sewing days and assisting with the morning tea.

Our next fundraising event is Bunnings Sausage Sizzle on 23rd April. Funds raised go to our scholarship commitments.

Welcome to the two “Hilarys”.

The club welcomes new members and hope that any ladies who wish to make a difference to the lives of women and girls please contact Robyn Cain 08 92988593 or 0417 179 761. Or check on our website: www.siswp.org/Helena-Inc/ or follow us on Facebook at Soroptimist International of Helena.

We also welcomed Johanna, a local girl, who is the founder of Project MonMa and writes a regular blog for the Huffington Post. MonMa aims to empower women affected by violence and war as well as raise awareness about violence and discrimination against women around the world. Johanna is a remarkable young women who has just returned from Gaziantep, southern Turkey, working with Syrian refugees.

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Darlington Review - April 2017

1st Darlington Scout Group

As term one rapidly concludes we can reflect on a very successful term for our Scout Group. We have had a number of new youth members join our Joey, Cub and Scout sections and a parent step forward to be trained as a Cub leader. At our recent group event, held at Darlington Oval we invested our newest trained Cub leader – Michael Everett and celebrated the transition of 2 Joeys to Cubs and 8 Cubs to Scouts.

Thanks to the efforts of our Joey Scout leader, Vandra Stenton our Group has won $500 gift voucher from Vicinity Midland Gate Shopping Centre. Vandra took a “selfie” in front of the Community Gift wall and nominated our Scout Group, who were awarded the prize! The voucher will be used to buy new cooking equipment for our Cub & Scout patrols, new sporting equipment and food for our next camp.

This term has seen our Cubs and Joeys participate in Clean-up Australia Day. Over 10 bags of rubbish and recyclables were collected by 26 youth members around the local area. Our Cubs have participated in several workshops on Bullying – Breaking the Cycle and have developed their own code of conduct. To finish the term our Cubs held a camp at Lake Leschenaultia.

Here cubs got to camp in tents, participate in the preparation of their own meals, play wide games in the dark, ride their bikes around the lake as well as participating in rafting activities.

Some success was had with the raft rescue race on the Lake, although a few of the rafts would have benefited from some additional flotation!

It has also been great to see our Scouts and Venturers getting out and about in the local area. Recently 10 Scouts & Venturers participated in an Abseiling day at the Boya Quarry. Run by volunteers from the Scouts WA abseiling team, our Scouts received instruction on safety procedures and harnessing before proceeding down 3 different rock faces. It was wonderful to witness many of these young people overcoming their fear of heights as they made their way over the rock face for the first time. A few of our Venturers (Age 15-17) were even able to abseil down the largest drop in the quarry, 50 metres high.

Anzac Day 2017 – Once again members of the community are invited to attend local Anzac Day services at Blackboy Hill Memorial, located adjacent to Greenmount Primary School in Innaminka road. This memorial is the site of the World War I training camp. On Monday 24th of April there will be a sunset service followed by a silent dawn service on the 25th of April.

Scout groups including Darlington will maintain a vigil over the memorial during this time.

Not only did 30 of our Cubs (plus 8 adults) camp at Lake Leschenaultia, 12 of our Scouts joined 60 other Scouts from the local Bilgoman district for a District Camp at the Lake a few weeks before the Cubs. This is one of our favourite camping spots and provides a good range of facilities at a reasonable cost and not too far away. Scout groups right across Perth value having access to Lake Leschenaultia for good value camping experiences. We believe it is important that affordable access to such a facility is maintained for community groups by the Shire of Mundaring, who are currently reviewing operations at the Lake.

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Mundaring Bahá’í Community Happy New Year!

“This is a new Day, and this hour is a new Hour in which we have come together. Surely the Sun of Reality with its full effulgence will illumine us, and the darkness of disagreements will disappear.”

No, we’re not running late in submitting our copy to the Review, Baha’is celebrate New Year’s Day — also known as Naw-Ruz in Persian — on the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, the vernal equinox. March 20th is our annual, celebratory feast of the spiritual and physical springtime and serves as a reminder to us of the oneness of all the messengers of God, and the spiritual equinox they each brought to humanity. At Naw-Ruz, when the sun shines equally on all parts of the Earth, Baha’is gather to eat, drink and laugh together. Mundaring Baha’is and friends from the wider community gathered together for an evening of music, feasting and friendship in a beautiful garden setting in Mahogany Creek.

‘Abdu’l-Baha, The Promulgation of Universal Peace We warmly invite you to join us at any of our upcoming events: Thursday Mornings - Coffee and Soulful Conversation, Mahogany Creek Saturday Evenings - Monthly devotional gatherings to share food, friendship, music and uplifting readings. Darlington, Mahogany Creek, Glen Forrest Sunday Afternoons - Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program (12-15 years) and Baha’i Children’s Class (6-11 years).

Monday Evenings - Weekly study circle, Darlington 21-22 October 2017 - Bicentennial Birthday Celebration For more details please contact Susheel: 9295 2839 or Sue: 9252 1010 or email: mundaring@wa.bahai.org.au. Further information on what Baha’is believe can be found at www.bahai.org.au.

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Community Connect : Hub of the Hills Look what’s on at the Hub of the Hills Speaker’s Circle

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Helena College College Helena

International Baccalaureate International BaccalaureateSchool School April marks an important month at Helena College as our Year 10s conclude their IB MYP Personal Project with an exhibition at the College, which is open to the public from Tuesday, 4 April until Thursday 6 April at 7.30pm.

The Year 10 students have spent many months working on an independent body of work that reflects the knowledge and skills gained through the IB Middle Years Programme.

The exhibition is always impressive in scope and scale, but visitors are urged to take the time to look at the journals and reports on display in the student booths. These give an indication of the challenges faced and overcome as students stretch themselves to complete the project.

It is this journey that helps equip our students with the attributes valued by employers, tertiary institutions and by the students themselves in the post-school world.

They are essential skills for today’s rapidly changing world and enable students of all ages to approach life with a global outlook and strong personal values.

The PYP supports every child’s endeavours to take responsibility for their own learning and develops each student’s ability to question, explore, hypothesise, make predictions and draw their own conclusions.

MYP at the Glen Forrest Campus (6-12) The MYP is designed for students from Year 6 to Year 10. Through the five year programme, each student develops their capacity to be active members of our global society by using critical thinking and research skills, creativity and reflection and by participating in community service.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Helena College offers an IB education for students from Pre-primary to Year 10, delivering the Australian Curriculum through the inquiry based Primary Years and Middle Years Programmes (PYP and MYP).

As an IB World School since 2012, we have seen that the MYP leads to personal growth and intellectual development that continues even after our students graduate. Our graduates are prepared well to be lifelong learners in a world where learning is the greatest currency.

At the heart of both programmes is the Learner Profile, a set of personal attributes that embody the IB Mission Statement, and provide a set of learning outcomes for 21st century learners.

The IB aspires to help schools develop well-rounded students, who respond to challenges with optimism and an open mind, are confident in their own identities, make ethical decisions, join with others in celebrating our common humanity and are prepared to apply what they learn in real world, complex and unpredictable situations.

PYP at the Darlington Campus (K-5) For students from Preprimary to Year 5, the PYP delivers the mandated curriculum through inquiry, developing communication, thinking, research, selfmanagement and social skills. These skills are embedded in learning experiences that develop each child holistically, allowing them to travel their own learning journey.

Visit our school We are told that our Campus tours are the best way to get to know us better. There is a special tour of the Glen Forrest Campus (6-12) on Tuesday, 4 April from 9.30am which concludes with a tour of the personal project exhibition. To book for this or other tours, please call our registrar on 9298 9100 or visit our website and click on the Tour & Event Bookings button.

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Councillors’ Column Shire of Mundaring Councillors are aware there has been some concern in the community about rates. Following a series of workshops Councillors have prioritised areas in which they believe a reduction in services could help achieve lower rates increases. These are genuine proposals to reduce service levels, and therefore costs, with as little negative impact as possible.

provenance and at local nurseries as part of the Tree Canopy & Understorey Program.

The proposal will see the forecast rates increase of five percent in 2017/18 reduced to around three percent. This equates to an average estimated increase of $45 per year per household as opposed to $75 per year per household (for the average residential rates).

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Reducing budget for new footpaths.

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Discontinuing Shire provision of camping, café and canoe hire at Lake Leschenaultia with option to outsource services to a private operator/s.

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Reducing opening times by ten hours per week at Albert Facey Memorial Library in Mundaring and Katharine Susannah Prichard Library in Boya.

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Handing back management and maintenance of Mt Helena Aquatic Centre and Recreation Centre to the Department of Education.

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Closure of Mahogany Creek Hall.

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Closure of Mahogany Creek and Chidlow tennis courts and cessation of maintenance contributions to Wooroloo tennis courts owned by Department Education.

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Cease destination marketing and development.

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Cease provision of $50 rebate on sterilisations for cats and dogs.

Have Your Say Community engagement is underway. A ‘Have Your Say’ questionnaire is available on the Shire of Mundaring’s website http://www.mundaring.wa.gov.au/AboutCouncil/ RatesServiceProposal/Pages/default.aspx Hard copies of the questionnaire are also available at the front counter of the Shire’s libraries and Administration office. The questionnaire closes 9am on Tuesday 18 April 2017. Have Your Say is open to all and we encourage you to participate.

Specifically the projects/services under consideration are: Reducing budget for new drainage.

Cease provision of the annual Trek the Trail event along Railway Reserves Heritage Trail.

More detailed information about projects and services under review, and possible implications for the community, is available at the Shire website.

Council remains open-minded about the proposals and will listen to the community’s feedback.

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Additionally, a statistically representative, random telephone survey of Shire of Mundaring residents has commenced. If you receive a phone call, we encourage you to take part and provide us your feedback on the proposals.

Next steps Council has asked the CEO to prepare a comprehensive report on ways to deliver the proposed service reductions, taking into account key factors such as costs, risks and impact on the community. The results of the report and the community engagement will be considered by Council at ongoing workshops.

Final decisions on rates and services levels is scheduled to occur in June.

Cr Trish Cook 040 9479 551 Cr David Lavell 9299 7420 Cr James Martin 0402 847 780

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Darlington Retirement Accommodation Assoc. (Inc) “The Glen”

Darlington Glen Retirement Village currently consists of five free standing independent living villas in Pine Terrace, Darlington near to village facilities and public transport. The Glen is in part a resident-funded project, subject to the terms of the Retirement Villages Act 2009.

Sadly one of our longest-term residents of Darlington Glen, Beatrice Chape, passed away recently. Known to us as Beaty, she was for many years the residents’ representative on the DRAA committee. We were always made welcome when the DRAA meetings were held in her unit. She always kept us on our toes in regard to the administration of the Glen and will be sadly missed.

R.I.P. Beaty.

The Darlington Glen has recently welcomed new residents Keith and Trish Maughan who have settled in and are now enjoying their new environment and meeting the other residents of Darlington Glen.

The DRAA committee meets every two months with a resident representative as part of the committee and it holds an Annual General Meeting in August. Due to recent retirements we are looking for two new members to join the DRAA committee.

Meetings are held bi-monthly at the home of the residents’ representative, are generally of short duration and with excellent catering provided. For any Darlington resident interested in joining this committee please forward an expression of interest to Secretary Carolyn Earnshaw at email address: grandi@wn.com.au

The annual Darlington Glen party for residents, committee members and DRAA members is to be held in the grounds of the Glen on April 1st. All members will be advised of the arrangements prior to the event. All current and past Darlington residents are eligible to become members of the Darlington Retirement Accommodation Association. For a nominal annual fee you will be added to our members list and be advised if any of the units become available and invited to the Darlington Glen annual Easter party.

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Darlington History Group Ah, glorious Autumn! So welcome after the last throes of summer heat.

of the 10th Light Horse from its inception and metamorphoses over the years to its present-day existence. Historically the 10th Light Horse has close ties with Guildford, and St Matthew’s Church in particular. Also speaking will be our Chairperson, Val Shiell, a devoted rose lover, who will talk about the memorial roses in the Church’s gardens and how those plantings came to be. Then on Friday 21st April Lyn Myles has organised a morning tea and walking tour of Guildford to encompass the ‘red poppy’ homes of the Anzacs of yore. We would be delighted to have your company at both of these events; just rock up to the Lesser Hall on Wednesday 12th April for the talk followed by a supper of Anzac biscuits, traditional fruit cake, coffee and tea. But, if you wish to participate in the Guildford Town Tour, please contact Lyn Myles on 92988604 or email mylesla@bigpond.com OR Judi Bracks on 92976451, email judi. bracks@bigpond.com. We will meet at the Lesser Hall and from there proceed to Guildford to meet up with Barbara Dundas of the Guildford Association who will conduct the tour.

Thanks to the experiences of Russell Thom in China not so long ago, our last meeting saw us transported back to the ancient Chinese way of life in villages all over their vast countryside.

Many of them were built of stone and timber with intricate carvings and decoration, evident to the present day. From these villages grew the great cities of today with their populations of millions.

It was interesting to note current government policies as contrasted with the past; Chinese couples are now permitted to have two children instead of just one (a law which saw much discrimination against female children, the boys being seen as more superior). Taoism and Buddhism still exist within China, but people are not permitted to practice them openly.

Russell’s photos showed the distinction between the peaceful rural lifestyle of centuries ago and the bustle and pollution of China’s cities of today. It was a fascinating and insightful commentary on China, our powerful northern neighbour.

Then, not to be missed, is our meeting on 10th May at which Iain Martin, in his inimitable style, will interview musician of note, Rob Heyner, and photographer extraordinaire, Richard Woldendorp, in the first of what we envisage will as an annual event, “Why Darlington?”, which will aim to elucidate the many differing reasons that people have chosen to make their home in our charming village.

Also in the months to come will be a car safari to York; another to the Yagan Memorial Park at Upper Swan; in June a High Tea celebration of Darlington residences which will have attained their centenary this year.

We’re excited about all these planned events. We hope you will be too and come along to join us for the talks and walks.

REMINDERS : Wednesday 12th April at 7:30pm in the Lesser Hall, Darlington – Anzac Commemoration meeting.

As in the previous few years, our April meeting will honour the Anzac tradition. Our Guest Speaker on that night will be Laurens West who has sustained a deep interest in the history

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Ken Wyatt Minister for Aged Care, Minister for Indigenous Health - Federal Member for Hasluck Gap Day and had the privilege of addressing approximately 100 Indigenous students about how we can move forward in improving health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Hasluck, and throughout Australia.

Over the past month I have greatly enjoyed being able to spend time with the wonderful people in Hasluck. During the last few weeks I have been fortunate enough to be able to visit local schools, conduct my Coffee with Ken program, get involved in supporting local foundations and initiatives and meet with many residents to assist with queries or concerns and help find solutions. I am grateful to be able to continue doing these things despite my responsibilities in parliament growing with my new portfolios.

I will always be ready to help the community in Hasluck however I can.

During the week of 13 March, I hosted another round of my Coffee with Ken programme. Over a three day period I met with constituents at 12 coffee shops throughout the electorate, and discussed the issues that mattered to them.

On Wednesday 15 March I was at The Pines Darlington where I had some great discussions about improving health and education outcomes for our community. I will be holding another round of coffee shops later in the year.

Corridors College, Heritage College and Swan View Senior High School were all kind enough to host me recently and have chat about how their schools are going, what their key issues are and what programmes in their schools are working well to deliver outcomes for Hasluck’s students. I have always believed it vital that we ensure our students understand the importance of education, and the doors that are open to them later in life from their knowledge and perseverance at school.

Please don’t hesitate to come and have a chat if you see me out and about or make an appointment to meet me at my office if you have a specific issue that you wish to raise with me.

I visited Swan View Senior High School on National Close the

The Garrick Theatre “However, there is still music and song and audience participation,” he said.

Final week to book tickets to the Garrick Theatre in Guildford’s darker, original take on one of the oldest and best-loved fairytales of all times, Cinderella.

“One of the challenges is keeping the balance of violence and gore to an acceptable level without disturbing young children, which is why it is not suitable for children under ten.

Award-winning director Robert Whitehead said when Ella’s mother dies, she is brought up by her devoted and loving father who teaches her the names and calls of the woodland birds that surround their home.

“We must remember that fairytales were not written for children but as adult entertainment and morality tales.”

“But when her father marries again, Ella’s peaceful life is turned upside down by a host of new and unpleasant relations,” he said.

Show kicks off on March 23 and runs until April 8. It is not suitable for children under the age of 10.

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“It appears her only allies are the feathered friends who roost in the trees, but they are no ordinary birds.”

Robert said this classic tale of fortunes reversed won a 2014 Off West End Award and was nominated for a 2013 Olivier Award.

“The Cinderella story in all its forms has been around for centuries and appears in lots of different cultures,” he said.

“The writers of this play chose to base their play on the Grimm’s version rather than Charles Perrault’s which is the one Disney used.

“The Grimm’s version is earthier, far less sentimental and the magic comes from the birds who are Cinderella’s protectors.”

Robert said while these days Cinderella is traditionally staged as a pantomime, and while there are definite nods to the pantomime tradition in this version, it is far more a ‘straight’ play.

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Darlington Arts Festival Talking of raffles, we are on the lookout for prizes. The better the prizes, the more tickets we sell so if you have a significant item to contribute we would be very pleased to hear from you.

The latest news from DAF is considerably more positive than last month.

One important position remains to be filled - Ron Stuurstraat’s generous offer to continue as Treasurer is a temporary solution only. The position requires someone who is well organised, has good book keeping skills and who knows how to manage GST - it isn’t difficult.

We are delighted that Cathy Day has volunteered to coordinate the Open Art exhibition.

She has coordinated OA previously and is a most welcome addition to the committee.

Work has started on the 2017 website. This year’s design features Alastair Taylor’s Fleeting Permanent which won the inaugural Robert Juniper Landscape Art Prize. It’s early days yet but within the next couple of months registration details for art exhibitions, stalls and performing arts will be put onto the website - watch this space for more information.

And in addition to managing the raffle, Joe Houldsworth will work on sponsorships and donations. As mentioned previously, the festival can’t happen without significant fundraising and we are very grateful to Joe.

As always, anyone interested in supporting the festival is welcome to contact Chris Pemberton on 9252 0154.

Darlington Family Playgroup It’s that time of year again when we’re planning our Easter activities and looking forward to the break from routine. Here at DFPG there are crafts galore. Treasure hunts with bunny ears will be in full swing before we know it! We’re really very lucky to enjoy this bush environment with all kinds of instruments, cubbies, equipment and nature play within the confines of our playgroup. The children love to explore and play together and we also take time for some adult conversation.

This week we’ve had budding spidermen saving the day – luckily we found three masks or there could have been trouble! Their imaginations soar when they get together.

As we’re a family playgroup, the bigger kids also enjoy a play during the Easter break and school holidays . It seems the children are never too old to have fun with their younger siblings, swinging and climbing, painting and sitting around the wigwam. The tomatoes in our veggie patch are doing well at the moment, the children love to help pick the ripe ones and pop them on the dish with our morning tea. It’s a fabulous time of year. Why not come along and have a look around.

Playgroup runs sessions each weekday morning 9:30-11:30am 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.

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Shire of Mundaring Library Service Better Beginnings Kindy Program

Boya Community Centre Official Launch The Boya Community Centre was officially launched on 8 March with many official guests and members of the community in attendance. The beauty of the building, the wonderful new library facilities, and the new halls attracted much positive comment. That this facility is being embraced and wellused by the community is evidenced in the halls being booked and used by local groups such as Lara Gandini’s Kindy Dance Time, craft groups, martial arts groups and for functions. The library continues to welcome unprecedented levels of new memberships and attendance at Story Time and Baby Rhyme Time. Nancy Looyen (pictured above), first Shire Librarian at Greenmount Library, attended the official launch and remarked that it was wonderful to see the new library, and that it was a great thing for the area. This quote by a local Helena Valley resident encapsulates much of what is being said about our libraries, “The libraries are havens of warmth and comfort for the mind and the body as well as a focal point in the community.”

This year is the first year that Shire of Mundaring Libraries has recorded 100% participation from all schools in the Shire for this program. The Better Beginnings Family Literacy Program continues to record a profound positive impact on community literacy. The program also recorded an unprecedented school participation rate of 98% state-wide. Schools and parents continue to express great appreciation for the program. Children often bring their families into our libraries after their visit from the Young Person’s Librarian.

Wooroloo Prison Pilot Program Shire of Mundaring Libraries are working on a pilot project with the Save the Children Fund program at Corrective Services to provide Baby Rhyme Time and Story Time at Wooroloo Prison Farm. As experienced with the Better Beginnings program, a family culture of literacy and early literacy development has a critical long term impact on human life. This program accesses families under pressure and provides information, support and foundational literacy for the pre-school children involved.

Pictured left Official Launch Guest Speaker Jodi Cant, Acting CEO of Landgate Boya Library welcomed 955 new borrowers, 14229 items were issued or returned, with 8032 items currently on loan.

The items on loan represent 31% of Boya Library stock, which is an above average percentage for Western Australian public libraries.

There have been 11386 people through the doors at Boya. Mundaring Library also continues to be as busy as usual.

The families involved share story and song together and are able to delight in the enthusiastic responses from their very young children.

The pilot program is comprised of two six-week blocks, one in term on and one in term two. All involved are very pleased with the results of this program so far. ’50 Ways to Grieve Your Lover’ Author Talk at Mundaring Library Glennys Marsdon has only ever paid attention to her nails once in her life. For ninety days her nails were perfectly polished and manicured, the first ninety days after her husband’s death. Glennys said in her talk on 15 March that this small task was one she could manage perfectly in that traumatic time and so it meant a great deal to her. She also spoke about a bereaved partner’s private right to communicate (or not) with their lost loved one in any way that belonged between them. It was described as a deeply personal right that was nobody else’s business. The beauty of Glenys’s talk is that it was pragmatically rich. In the first ninety days expect to be dissolute, at ninety to 365 days small steps to take you somewhere – and she described ways to take those steps.

Many in our audience clearly were experiencing or had experienced similar loss and so the appreciation for Glennys Marsdon’s talk ran very deep indeed. The libraries have purchased copies of her book ’Fifty Ways to Grieve Your Lover’, a gift of her wisdom and experience.

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Darlington United Church Cnr Darlington Rd and Allestree Rd, Darlington Easter will be here in a couple of weeks. What comes to mind when you think of Easter? A time to get away for a break? Easter eggs? Easter bunnies (or bilbies)? The line of cars heading out of Perth on Good Friday, the sale of huge numbers of chocolate eggs and questions about the arrival of bunnies/ bilbies are evidence that these are all part of how we celebrate Easter today¬.

was the purpose of his death? Can an event that happened two thousand years ago be relevant to us today?

The answer can be found in two Bible verses. Romans 5: 6-8 - For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. For one will hardly die for a righteous man; though perhaps for the good man someone would dare even to die. But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

I wonder how God feels about these celebrations. I’m sure he is happy we can get away for a holiday and enjoy eating chocolate, but I suspect he would also like us to take time out to think about the events about 2,000 years ago that led us to celebrate Easter in the first place.

Corinthians 15: 3-5 makes a similar point For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, and that he appeared to Cephas, and then to the Twelve.

We have Easter today because Jesus came to earth as a man and lived a perfect life. He performed miracles including healing the sick and raising the dead. He taught about the Kingdom of God and his life and teaching challenged so many that they choose to follow him. In fact Jesus popularity was seen as a threat to the Jewish leaders of the time. So much so that they had him arrested on trumped up charges and had him sentenced to death by Pontius Pilate, the Roman prefect of Judea (even though Pilate believed him to be innocent). He died a cruel and painful death on a cross. (you can read the details in the four Gospels).

Jesus (referred here as Christ) died because of us and for us.

He died because as humans we are sinful and sin separates us from God. Sin also needs to be punished – the Bible describes this punishment as eternal separation from God. Jesus died for us because he took the sin and punishment on himself – for a time he was separated from his Father. Jesus’ resurrection broke the power of sin and opened the way for us to be reconciled to God. On this coming Easter weekend I encourage you to take time to reflect, remember and celebrate. Remember and reflect on the death of Jesus and celebrate his resurrection from the dead. Here is a starting point.

If that is all that happened then we wouldn’t have Easter today.

Jesus would have been either forgotten or remembered only as a good and perhaps wise man who helped others. However, that wasn’t the end of the story. To the amazement and joy of his close followers, he was seen alive on what we call Easter Sunday. The tomb was empty. Jesus had risen from the dead.

Reconciliation with God, bought at such a cost demonstrates the depth of the Father’s love for us. (Ron Mitchell).

You are welcome to join us for our Easter services on Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Both begin at 9.30am.

His resurrection changed everything. The Christian church was born. Jesus’ followers were filled with the Holy Spirit and the church grew. Despite persecution, it was like a wildfire spreading across the landscape – nothing could stop it. Today Christianity is the world’s biggest religion and almost a third of the world’s population identify as Christians.

Denise Rhodes Regular Sunday services: 9.30am.

Contact: Ray Hockley (President) – 0403 790 380 Email: darlingtonunitedchurch@gmail.com

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Darlington Primary School

Back With a Splash!

As I’m sure you’ve all noticed, the Green and Red Brigade are back again for the 2017 season. With a spring in our step and zest in our hearts, we have begun the school year brimful of renewed fervour and gusto. Term 1 began swimmingly at Darlington Primary School (both figuratively and literally) with a smashing start to the academic and social aspects of education and … aquatic instruction at Bilgoman Pool culminating in our Faction Swimming Carnival. As is tradition with school swimming lessons, they brought with them some unseasonal weather patterns. Regardless of this soggy setback, the students showed remarkable resilience and soldiered on through somewhat trying conditions. Their behaviour and dedication were a credit to all.

The beginning of the academic year is customarily full of hustle and bustle. Along with settling into new classes, commencing new activities and absorbing new routines, we have the always informative teacher meet and greets. In case you didn’t hear, we also managed to fit in a whole school emergency drill as well – understandably, bushfire preparedness is always at the forefront of our minds.

Our student representatives did a fantastic job in the Hills Education Community public speaking awards and our interschool swimming team were excellent advocates, participating with Glen Forrest, Mount Helena and Sawyers Valley and bringing home the winning shield! Well done to all.

So it was with a feeling of accomplishment and a selfcongratulatory note that we celebrated our first community event of the year. If you heard a commotion on the oval one balmy Friday night in February, it was our Annual Summer Sundowner, organised by our wonderful (and resourceful) P&C – a much-loved tradition in the DPS social calendar. This year had a vintage feel with face painting, lawn games and a good old fashioned fun time to be had by all (there were also glow sticks – there has to be glow sticks!). We munched on roast beef rolls (or roast veg. rolls – all roast roll bases were covered), perused ‘Bobby J’s Retro Food Van’, swayed to the soulful sounds of local muso Annika Moses and connected, conversed and collected our collective breath.

We recently rocked to the beat of a drum machine at the disco and the rest of the term looks set to be jam-packed with our rich and diverse learning curriculum continuing. We also have Harmony Week coming up and not to forget our end of term Good Standing Rewards.

As always there are many great programmes being offered at Darlington PS and the students’, staff’s and community’s enthusiasm and dedication speaks volumes about the culture of the school. Until next time – safe travels!

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Darlington Junior Football Club

Well…. Footy season is once again upon us.

in Midland as well, which will enable our awards each week to be a little bit more than a “sausage in a bun”.

Our cricket club might still hold the oval for another month, and I’m told that their teams just might make the grand finals, but the planning for another big footy season at Darlington, is well underway.

From a Presidents point of view, I couldn’t ask for a more committed and absolutely generous group of people that stand with me as your committee in 2017. We have had so many fresh faces come on board to be part of something completely different to what we’ve done in the past, and I’m certain that both the players, and the club as a whole, will benefit from this.

The season officially kicks off late April and it is absolutely paramount that we have as many young guns (and volunteers) registered at the club before then.

The committee is always available to chat and contacts can be found on our website at www.darlingtonjfc.com.au

The club is also proud to announce that we have a brand new Facebook page, which is updated almost daily, with various bits of information. You can contact us on there as well at www. facebook.com/darlingtonjfc Please like and share the page as much as possible so that everyone is kept well informed on what’s going on at the club.

For registrations specifically, please contact Kev Healey for Auskick auskick@darlingtonjfc.com.au and Michelle Bryant for Juniors registrar@darlingtonjfc.com.au The Football Club will welcome a host of new sponsors for 2017 but none more important at this stage of the game than Solargain and Hills Tree Solutions. These two companies have helped the club kick this season off with a bang, with Solargain sponsoring the club with the purchase of “new look” football guernseys for the players, and Hills Tree Solutions offering a generous donation to the club to replace some tired equipment in our canteen.

To sign off, just another massive thankyou to the entire committee for 2017, for giving up your time and efforts (even on a Sunday before the season) you all have been awesome.

GO BUSHRANGERS!!!

Brodie Della President – Darlington JFC, Ph - 0406497014

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John Day - long serving Kalamunda Member says farewell For me, although the result both locally and state-wide is of course disappointing, it has been a privilege to have represented much of the Hills community in the Parliament since 1993. Originally this was with the Darling Range electorate, and since 2008 has been with the Kalamunda electorate. The boundaries have changed over the years and Darlington was within my electorate for half of my 24 years as a member (1993-1996 and 2008-2017).

The State election has come and gone, with a very decisive result that has produced a new government for Western Australia, and a new representative for the Kalamunda electorate.

My congratulations to Matthew Hughes on his election to the W.A. Parliament.

I have had many wonderful opportunities and experiences over the years, both as a local member and as a Minister across a range of portfolios including Police and Emergency Services, Health, Planning, Culture and the Arts and Science.

As with most elections, there was a range of reasons and issues that led to the defeat of the government of which I was proud to be a member. Those issues have largely been covered in the wider media, but in brief, we had a lot going against us in the end. Fundamentally, I think changes in the economy and the State’s finances about two years ago had a flow-on effect with a number of consequences that were manifested in various ways.

Thank you to the many people, both in Darlington and more widely, who have provided support to me over the years.

Thank you also to those who may not have been supportive, but provided important feedback!

I will continue to take a keen interest in the very special area of Darlington.

With best wishes.

John

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The Darlington Club The Darlington Club meets Friday evenings at the Lesser Hall in Owen Rd, Darlington, except long weekends. Its objectives are to: •

Provide the means and facilities for Darlington residents to meet;

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Encourage friendships through the medium of social and community activities;

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Promote the well-being of the community of Darlington.

The following dates have been scheduled: •

April 7

Sundowner

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April 14

Good Friday (closed)

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April 21

Sundowner

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April 28

AGM (with Japanese finger food and drinks)

We would love to see all our members, friends and family attending the AGM providing a forum for new ideas to make the Club an interesting, delightful and relaxing community venue on a Friday night.

Don’t forget Local Book Exchange. How does it work? Located in the front corner of the Lesser Hall, each book has The Darlington Club sticker. Simply exchange a book of your own for a book from the Club. If you don’t have a book to exchange then a donation would be appreciated. When you have read the book return it for other users. If you would like to contribute to the library please drop books at the Lesser Hall Friday evenings or telephone Sue 9299 7420.

Those members who still have not paid their subscription of 2016/2017 year are asked to make the effort. You are being missed and we would love to have you back. The membership fee is only $15.00 per year. New members are always welcome.

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On the 10th March we had a curry night which was a great success. The curries (beef, chicken, lamb, fish and vegetarian for the non-meat eaters) were cooked and donated to the club by some dedicated members. They were delicious and enjoyed by all that attended.

Darlington Dibbler Girl Guides Darlington Dibbler Girl Guides have had a busy term 1 so far! Opening 2017 with 27 girls in the unit, we are now up to almost 30 and have a waiting list. However, there are other Units in the Mundaring and Midland areas with vacancies.

As always, we have been gaining new skills through fun and trying new things. This term we have learned how to properly divide up the recycling, and how to upcycle old items like jeans (into a seat) and alphabetical magnets (into a clock). We have also started the Guide Your Money program, learning how to become better at managing our money. We had a blast at the Water Fun Night, where we got extremely wet and soapy!

We have also learnt about the history of women’s rights for International Women’s Day, and performed some plays to show how women fought for basic rights like education and the vote. We created sunflower seed packs to share with a friend for the Thinking Day theme of ‘Grow.’

Later this term, we’re running our own Masterchef contest with international foods – we are definitely looking forward to that! We’re also looking forward to joining in the local Anzac Day Parade in April.

Above: Creating seed packets with motivational messages to give to friends.

We are delighted to have a strong leadership team this year, having welcomed two new leaders and a helper in the past 12 months, but we are always keen to have more – especially as we would love to reopen the older Girl Guide Unit in future so these girls have somewhere local to move on to. If you think you might be interested in adult volunteer leadership, please contact Guide House on 9479 9800.

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Treetops A Montessori and International Baccalaureate School

Sugar Gums Flourish at Treetops Montessori philosophy believes the period between birth and six years is when children learn instinctively from their environment. It is an important stage as this is when attitudes and patterns for learning are formed – ones that will last for life. Maria Montessori described this period of human development as the stage of the Unconscious Absorbent Mind. Through their senses, children discover their immediate world.

In Sugar Gums Playgroup, children have the freedom to explore and learn by touching, tasting, smelling, seeing, and hearing. The environment is specifically suited to the younger child – aged from 18 months to three years. Sugar Gums children are free to manipulate the environment around them and experience carefully selected and age appropriate activities under the gentle guidance of a trained Montessori leader. Sugar Gums is quite unlike a regular Playgroup and families who attend Sugar Gums express their delight at the ease with which a Playgroup child generally moves into the Early Years classes.

Treetops are extremely fortunate to have long-standing, highly trained (and much loved) Playgroup staff. All our sessions are run by leaders who have experience and training in a Montessori environment – often in both the Sugar Gums setting and in other classrooms. The Playgroup leader plans and organises activities for the group and provides guidance for parents to work with their child. Some families decide to attend twice a week.

Many students recall their time in Sugar Gums as a precious time full of fun – and not until some years later realise exactly how much they were learning through play.

Sugar Gums has expanded hours in 2017 due to high levels of enrolment.

Along with running a session every weekday morning during term time, Monday – Friday, we also have reintroduced a Monday afternoon session from 1pm – 3pm (for morning sleepers!)

You can find out more information about Sugar Gums Playgroup on our website: www.treetops.wa.edu.au

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Darlington Tennis Club Congratulations to the Darlington U12s boys team who won their division in the Summer Pennants League in a nail-biting final against Scarborough - after tough singles games they needed to win both doubles matches to have a chance at winning - and they did it! Well done boys - great effort. Our men’s team also made it to the final of their division, with the grand final to be played on 25th March. Congratulations also to the Darlington team “The Wannabees” who won their division in the US Open (Hills Grand Slam at Kalamunda) in March.

Upcoming Events: The Darlington Tennis Club Championships - June long weekend (3rd / 4th June); Junior Championships 1st / 2nd April. See website for further details.

Club improvements: We are progressing with plans to make the courts and clubhouse wheelchair accessible to expand our current wheelchair tennis program.

Court hire: Please check the current schedule for available times from the website. Key available from Pines Shop opposite - $5/hour (free for members), $7 with lights, and $20 refundable key deposit.

After-hours bookings: Brendon 0427 250 566 Coaching / Cardio / Teens Friday Social enquiries: Lee Oliver on lolivers@bigpond.com Website: www.darlingtontennisclub.org.au

U12s pennants team from left: Ryan Furey, Tom Hunt, Trent Huppatz, Robbie Powell, Connor Ebsary

Team Wannabees from left: Tony, Sharon, Pete and Paula

General inquiries: alex.hoschke@gmail.com (ph 0439 976 672).

Wild Flower Society of Western Australia Eastern Hills Branch

An interesting educational initiative of WFS, WWF and Department of Parks and Wildlife (DPAW) will take off this year.

It is a programme calling for volunteers to join a significant study of rare and endangered species, 50 of them, in the Mt Leseur and Wheatbelt regions. Volunteers will be given detailed training and taken on excursions to assist them in this work. Interested? Contact Judith Harvey email address; judithharvey@dpaw.wa.gov.au Displayed here is the new bumper sticker of EHWFS. Many people want to know more about wild flowers and this sticker can give them news as to where to go for education in this fascinating aspect of life in WA. The Branch has monthly general meetings on the fourth Friday of each month in the historic Octagonal Hall, McGlew Road, Glen Forrest. On March 24th there will be a talk by Mike Lyons on “Flora of selected Kimberley Islands”. This follows a recent extensive study.

There will be a minor sale of wild flower plants at the Mundaring Rotary Markets on Sunday April 9th. This is a taster for the not to be missed Branch annual sale of native plants May 13th. Many people are attracted to this sale; it is advisable to get there on time for the start at 9a.m. All plants are propagated by members.

“Propagation” leads us into the group of the branch who produce these plants. There is a myth about that native plants are very difficult to propagate, almost mysteriously so. Not true! If you come to the gatherings of the propagation group you too can produce plants for your own garden, and for sale.

The group meets at 11 a.m. March 27th, April 10th and 24th so come along and try your hand!

All activities take place at the Octagonal Hall, Glen Forrest.

An important and valuable resource for would be and extant growers is the extensive library also housed in the Hall. There is a book on almost every aspect of observing, identifying and growing wild flowers there. The library can be accessed during the propagation group or before general meetings.

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Silver Tree Steiner School A Deep Connection to Nature at Silver Tree

An Experiential Education A child’s relationship to nature changes as he or she grows older. The wonder and imagination of the toddler and primary years is replaced by the questioning and strong opinions of adolescence. School plays an important role in fostering meaningful connection to nature, relevant to the age and stage of the child. Experiencing the challenges of planting and caring for a crop is very different to watching a documentary on farming.

Childhood has undergone a major transformation and for many of today’s children the experience is very structured as they are ferried from school to sport to extracurricular activities.

this in many ways:

As part of the Steiner School ethos, our teachers are instrumental in encouraging a child’s passion for the environment. At Silver Tree, we do

Head, Heart and Hands It is important to provide opportunities for learning that engage the mind, emotions and the body. Process is just as important as outcomes – a stick collected on a weekly walk can become a wand or sword that enchants a young child.

The act of engaging in nature this way moves the children from the head to the heart, from ‘knowing’ to ‘caring’. Virtual experiences of nature do not compare to the real thing and it is vitally important for the sake of both our children and our environment that we help the next generation fall in love nature.

Playgroup Our playgroups emphasise a strong connection with nature and encourage the flow between indoor and outdoor experiences. Playgroups are influenced by the seasonal rhythms with nature stories, rhymes and songs. The home-like environment and natural toys encourages a rich imaginative play and a joy for life and nature.

If you would like to know more about this unique education experience, we welcome you to join one of our regular tours.

To register, contact Hayley on 9295 4787.

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St Cuthbert’s Anglican Church St Cuthbert’s Anglican Church cnr Darlington Rd and Hillsden Rd, Darlington

cnr Darlington Rd and Hillsden Rd, Darlington

Easter Services

St Cuthbert’s Day Celebrations St Cuthbert’s parishioners celebrated the patronal festival with a special Evensong, sung evening prayer as the sun goes down for the day. The choir, directed by Jessie Connor, was accompanied by John Beaverstock on the organ. The singing and the service were beautiful and supper in the cloisters was suitably celebratory. We have a lot to be thankful for.

Lenten Lectures at St Cuthbert’s

HOLY WEEK Sunday 9 April, 9.00am - Palm Sunday Eucharist with Procession of Palms

Tuesday 4 and Thursday 6 April @ 7.30pm

This year’s Lenten Lectures will be delivered by Sister Ann Jordan, a Presentation Sister from Sydney who founded Cana Community. She has spent her entire ministry walking alongside people who are experiencing homelessness and people who have mental illness. She is a gregarious woman with a down-to-earth spirituality and a great sense of humour. Sister Ann will also be preaching on Palm Sunday.

Sunday 9 April, 1.00pm, Walk for Justice4Refugees In the CBD, see www.justice4refugeeswa.com THE TRIDUUM (THE GREAT THREE DAYS) Thursday 13 April, 7.30pm - Maundy Thursday Eucharist with Foot Washing and Stripping of the Altar Thursday13 April, 9.00pm – Friday 14 April 9.00am Vigil before the Blessed Sacrament

Worship in the Style of Taizé

Friday 14 April, 9.00am – Good Friday Liturgy of the Passion

On the first Sunday of every month at St Cuthbert’s, the darkened building is lit by dozens of candles. We sing simple chants, enjoy silence and hear a short reading from the scriptures. The next Taizé-style service happens on Sunday 2 April at 7pm

Saturday 15 April, 7.00pm - The Great Vigil of Easter Eucharist with Lighting of the New Fire.

Followed by a Champagne Supper.

Sunday 16 April, 9.00am - Easter Day Holy Communion

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Darlington Sports and Recreation Association (WA) Inc. THE NEW PAVILION – PROGRESS

FUNDING STATUS

At the AGM on the 9 March 2017 your Executive were reelected so the make up remains as follows:

Fund raising has now reached an important milestone where we are in apposition to satisfy the Shire’s requirement of available resources to implement the project [without counting the donations of materials and trades and labour].

However we still have a Loan to be repaid and so are still in need of fund raising. So please support the Pavilion and its fund raising:

Chairman: - Geoff Barker Vice Chairman: - David Earnshaw Treasurer: - Lindsay Earnshaw Secretary: - Cambell Giles

1. Cash and Monetary donations through any of the sporting organisations or directly to DaSRA

The Committee was also elected and includes the following to whom we offer thanks for their support.

2. Buy-a-Brick, if you haven’t purchased yours yet please proceed to the DaSRA Website: www.darlingtonpavilion.com.au There is a Foundation Supporters Brick Wall inside the Pavilion (the exact form of recognition is still being negotiated but it will be prominent). There will also be a Thank-You function and a ticket in a Special Foundation Supporter Prize. More details on the website.

Stuart Aldred, Darren Walsh, Colin James, Paul Mc Donald, Gabby Houldsworth A big THANK YOU to Matthew Hughes newly elected MLA for our area and his confirmed commitment to provide $100,000 towards the project budget and assist in ensuring the project goes ahead. Encouraging local communities to take up the initiative to advance community projects, and supplying supporting funds, offers communities, with building and infrastructure deficiencies, encouragement to pursue their needs. Our Funding Model could be used elsewhere to greatly benefit the WA community.

3. Making In-Kind donations of materials, trades, equipment, products and hardware but they need to be formally offered by email so that they can be registered as “Pledges” to support our submission to Council please send pledges to Geoff Barker.

EXISTING CHANGEROOMS AND TOILETS – IMPORTANT TO NOTE

There are “Corporate” Bricks for businesses who donate cash, materials or services of $1,000 & more

Because the first part of the project is to replace the Septic Tank and Leach drains there will be a need to close off the toilets, hand basins, showers and kitchen sink for a time (probably 3-4 weeks) while the new system is installed. We expect that the Changerooms and Veranda can still be used and possibly the canteen. The exact dates will be known soon and further advice will be relayed through Social Media and other notices.

If you have any queries then please contact Mr Kirk Kitchin at the Shire.

So join us as a FOUNDATION donor.

4.

The Committee is keen to run three major fund raising events this year:

FINDING A BUILDER

a.

Major Prize Raffle

b.

BIG Quiz Night

c.

Darlington Arts Festival Wine Tent

If you can assist in any way to run or support a fund raising event then we would welcome your involvement; prizes, cash, volunteering with any of these events please contact the Committee through Geoff Barker – geoff@pmdwa.com

The tendering process to find a suitable Builder has been a thorough process and has nearly been completed. We will soon be announcing to whom we are awarding the contract but are awaiting some final points to be negotiated with the Shire of Mundaring. The Tender price is within our overall Budget prediction and their Boss is keen to work with DaSRA to ensure local trades and suppliers are given opportunities to be involved.

5.

Distinctive Darlington Number Plates are available through DaSRA. If you are interested in securing one then once again go to the DaSRA Website…

6.

Volunteers are always needed to bring ideas and help plan for future activities

EARTHWORKS:

CONTRIBUTIONS CAN BE MADE THROUGH THE WEBSITE:

DaSRA is still negotiating to collaborate on the Septic Tank and Earthworks project being managed by the Shire so that it might be the first step in our involvement by using our Builder and our local trades.

http://www.darlingtonpavilion.com.au/ YOUR IDEAS ARE WORTH SHARING. Your contribution, ideas, involvement and participation are welcomed, so your feedback will be appreciated, please contact Geoff Barker 0418 953 176 or geoff@pmdwa.com .

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Darlington Theatre Players Inc. WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?

by Edward Albee.

Directed by Brendan Tobin An analysis of the play: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? was a sensation in its own time because of the powerful themes that it touched on. By writing a play, with its inherent tension between actors and audience, rather than a novel or a short story, Edward Albee uses his genre to illustrate one of these themes. He brings up the idea of private and public images in marriage. Inherent in this idea of public and private faces is the theme of phoniness. Many couples, Albee seems to say, project false images of themselves in public situations. In fact, that phoniness is generally preferred to exposing all of one's problems and indiscretions to the world.

The production is open for bookings.

Please contact Gwyne on 92551783 or trybooking.com/OIXS

Tix $18 to $22.

(28 April – 13 May)

OUT OF ORDER

BY Ray Cooney

30 JUNE-15 JULY For our third season, 30 June – 15 July, at Marloo Theatre, we are producing Out of Order, a very funny farce by Ray Cooney. Directed by the talented Neroli Burton, Out of Order promises to be great fun.

A brief synopsis: A junior UK minister must lie his way out of an embarrassing situation (in this case a planned adultery with a secretary) with the help of an innocent side-kick (in this case the minister's personal private secretary), who gets more and more embroiled in the increasingly tangled tale improvised by the lead character as events unfold.

The action takes place in a suite in a posh London hotel and revolves around accidents caused by a defective sash window.

Bookings can be made with Gwyne 92551783 and soon, trybooking.com

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Darlington Social Cricket Club Inc “Slips, Stumpings Appeals & Silly Points” Every now and then all the great writers hit that brick wall and have a mental block. Tonight, the Ferret has hit that very wall.

My loyal readers, this is not due to any fault of his own. No it’s due to the fact that no one has confessed to carrying out any acts of stupidity lately. So it’s up to this brilliant author to conjure up a worth while tale.

The next game was played on the 15th of January, against the Subi Floreat Old Boys. SFOB normally bring up a team brimming with very fast, good bowlers. This year it would seem the emphasis was more on the Old. DSCC were able to post a very respectable total of 6/267. The main contributors for DSCC were Farrant, Ellis and Lucas (of the Mark variety), with 59, 51 and 50 respectively. The author was told by a reliable source that SFOB did indeed have a fairly quick opening bowler and a couple of the DSCC batsmen had to change their underwear after being dismissed. In reply, SFOB’s were all out for 175. The main destroyers for DSCC were Mark Lucas with 2/8 (yes I too, find it hard to believe), and Ben Harvey with 2/26.

The club horticulturist recently offered to help out another club member who was going to be hosting a barbecue, with some of his over grown hedges and shrubs. The date was set and the Hort turned up on time at the home of Doc Bates to help him get his garden into shape. Now a lot of you would have seen the Doc driving around in his red Honda CRV, towing his always empty trailer, around Darlington and surrounding districts. Unfortunately after not too long, the Doc received a phone call from his work, he was required for an emergency.

The Hort said, “don’t worry you go, I’m a professional I know what I’m doing.” The ever trusting Doc, left his mate and raced down to his work to sort out the emergency.

On the 22nd of January, DSCC hosted 100 & 1 O’Reilly’s. The O’Reilly mob batted first and reached 9/235 of their allotted 40 overs. The main run scorers for the O’Reilly’s were Bill with 52 and Lachlan with 45. While the best of the DSCC pie throwers were Farrant with 3/18 and the Goofy Footed Beazley with 2/17. The game went down to the wire with DSCC falling short by one run in the last over. The main run scorers for DSCC were Farrant with 67, Scrimshaw with 61 and Cliff Burns with 46.

The main destroyer for the O’Reilly mob was Lachlan with the excellent bowling figures of 5/18 of 4 overs. Once again, it was great to see the matriarch of the O’Reilly mob, Micks mum Mrs O’Reilly and his uncle John, down at the game cheering on the younger generations.

The Hort simply popped in his head phones and went to work. Before long, he had clipped and hacked, a straggly looking group of bushes stretching about 30 metres, down to a nice neat hedge. Albeit three feet high, down from it’s original height of seven feet. He also took on the array of Bougainvillea’s, all 15 of them and chopped them down to size.

Next on his agenda were the unruly Agapanthus. He felt the Doc really didn’t understand the intricacies of gardening, so he cut back and replanted the Aggies in some sort of order for him. The Doc’s parting words to the Hort before he left were, “leave any cuttings, I’ll take them to the dump in my trailer.”

And that he did over the next four weeks.

By all accounts it was a fantastic barbecue after the game at Mick and Cathryn’s house.

My spies tell me that Matt Ellis was the last one to leave the barbecue after being kicked out by Cathryn as she had enough of Mick and Matt singing Danny Boy off key.

On the 8th of January, DSCC took on the WA Suburban Turf Umpires. As this was the first game after the Christmas break, there were more than a few DSCC members still getting over the Christmas cheer and festivities. Suffice to say they weren’t too mobile cricketers in the field. The umpires batted first and were able to achieve a total of 8/191. The chief wicket taker for DSCC was Kozack with 2/20. The rest of the wickets were shared by the DSCC pie throwers. In reply, DSCC easily ran down the score in making 4/192. Wobbly knee Earnshaw, hit 33 while Crowe and Rickard each scored 31.

DSCC took on their long time rivals, Nedlands Rugby Club on the 5th of February. DSCC batted first and were all out for 256. Glenn Farrant once again starred with the bat making 68 while Lucas and Ward made 49 and 42 respectively. In reply, Nedlands were all out for 124. Earnshaw 2/6 and Ward 2/13 were the main destroyers for DSCC. Remember, if you are in urgent need of a garden make over, please feel free to contact the club and we’ll pass on Graham the Horts contact details to you.

Till next month The Ferret.

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April 2017 Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

1 CHECK YOUR SMOKE ALARMS !!

2 Darlington Netball Club Sausage Sizzle @ Bunnings

Darlington Glen Garden Party

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4 Lenten Lecture @ St Cuthberts 7.30

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11 DVBB Meeting @ Fire Station

7 Darlington Club Sundowner

Music @ 2 FODS meet 8 Montrose am station reserve

DRRA Meeting 7.30 @ Lesser Hall

10 Bushfire Ready Meeting 7.30 @ Fire Station

6 Lenten Lecture @ St Cuthberts 7.30

8 “Drug Aware Swan Volume” Music Festival from 2-7 Swan View

9 HOLY WEEK

15 EASTER SATURDAY St Cuthbert’s Great Vigil of Easter 7pm

16 EASTER DAY St Cuthberts Communion Service 9 am

Speakers Circle @ The Hub 2-4 12 Darlington History Group meeting 7.30 Lesser Hall

Wild Flower Society Meeting @ Octagonal Hall, Glen Forrest

13 Maundy Thursday Service @ St Cuthberts 7.30 Hub Fashion Parade starts 1.30

14 GOOD FRIDAY St Cuthbert’s Service 9am Darlington United Church Service 9.30

Taize style Service @ St Cuthberts 7pm

Mundaring Sunday Markets Music @ Juniper Hall 5.30

Darlington United Church Service 9.30

Darlington Club Closed

17 EASTER MONDAY

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20 Darlington Club Sundowner

21 22 Historic Guildford walk with Lyn Myles

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25 ANZAC Day

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28 Darlington Club AGM

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H E L E NA CO L L EG E Bringing out the best together

2017

International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme

PER S O N AL PR OJEC T EXHI BI T I O N

International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme personal project exhibition Please join us in celebrating the culmination of the Year 10 studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; personal projects.

For school group bookings please rsvp to personal project coordinator rmurray@helena.wa.edu.au or 9298 9100 ext 113

Venue

Glen Forrest Campus gymnasium Bilgoman Road, Glen Forrest Exhibition opening hours for community and school groups Tuesday, 4 April 2017 9am - 4pm Wednesday, 5 April 2017 9am - 6.30pm Thursday, 6 April 2017 11am - 7.30pm School Tour To coincide with the personal project exhibition a campus tour will be held on Tuesday, 4 April 2017 commencing at 9.30am Please email registrar@helena.wa.edu.eu to book a spot

I N VI TAT I ON

An invitation to the