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February is most definitely the quieter month of summer. Kids are back at school, and for some, we’re back at work after some much needed time off. We make the coffee a bit stronger as we try to kick back into gear, focusing on the year ahead. It’s going to be a good one, I promise. This last month we’ve seen a country in heartbreak as fires took over. An estimated half a billion animals were killed, human lives were lost, businesses have been devastated, houses have been wiped out, and the future is uncertain for a large part of Australia. On page 8, we talk about the aftermath as well as some tips on how you can help contribute to Australia’s recovery.
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We didn’t focus much on Valentine’s Day this February edition as we have in the past. We still love the love and consider it the perfect day to do something for someone special. If you’re on the hunt for a gift, consider buying local as there are plenty of great shops around town with some really awesome things.
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When Robyn and Nigel started Lucky Bay Brewing in their backyard, they could not imagine where the journey would take them. On January 31, their new, purposebuilt facility that can accommodate over 290 people was officially opened by MP Alannah MacTiernan. I T’ S A FA R C R Y F R O M T H E E A RLY DAY S , TR Y I N G T O C R E AT E T H E P E R F ECT BR E W I N T H E IR S M A L L B A R O OK ROA D SH E D , T O W H AT IS N O W A U NI Q U E V E N U E T H AT C E L E B R AT E S T H E BES T OF E S P E R A N C E .
Perhaps it is fortunate that Robyn and Nigel couldn’t see the future, as they’ve faced many obstacles to get the new brewery up and running. Two years ago, the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation informed the couple that due to the brewery’s location in a catchment area for Esperance’s water supply, they would have to close. After negotiating a grace period, the couple sat down with a spreadsheet to crunch some numbers. ‘We just couldn’t see how it could work.’ The solution came in the form of a regional development grant from the Goldfields Esperance Development Commission. With their project ticking all the necessary boxes, Nigel and Robyn set about trying to find the perfect place to relocate the brewery. They spent six months looking at blocks of land. ‘Finally, we found this block, but it was too big, and had a house on it that we didn’t need. We approached the owner, and asked if they’d be willing to subdivide.’ The block of land, just out of town on the road to the Bandy Creek Boat Harbour, seemed perfect. The subdivision process was much more complicated than they had anticipated, looking almost impossible at times. Finally, six months before their relocation deadline, the subdivision was finalised, and they were ready to start building. ⟶
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The inspiration for the unique design of the building came from an unlikely source – Wes Graham’s covered cattle yards, located on the Ravensthorpe Highway. The building is very practical. Designed so that the ceiling can be easily cleaned from condensation caused in the brewing process, and also to maximise the collection of rainwater that the brewery will use. Drake Brockman Building completed the building in six short months, using materials that Robyn and Nigel had collected that were significant to Esperance. As they explain, ‘Every piece of wood in this building has a story.’ The stunning front door was made from a Tuart tree taken from the Greater Sports Ground, removed to make way for the new building, crafted by local Scullduggery furniture. Some of the jarrah came from the front of the Esperance Hotel, and the tasting paddles were made from recycled wood from the Kepwari Wetlands walk trail. The venue is full of other local touches, from tables which were used at a neighbour’s wedding through to plants sourced from Esperance Farm Trees. The poles in the toilet block came from the old Pink Lake Salt Works, and Robyn’s brother created all of the cutout iron pieces around the building, from recycled plate steel from an old wheat bin.
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Nigel and Robyn started serving beer at the new premises in late December, while still trying to relocate the brewery equipment and keep up the supply of beer to the thirsty locals and tourists that were flooding in. ‘The standing joke was that we were going to run out of beer,’ says Nigel. They managed to keep up the supply, and business has been booming. ‘It’s been so encouraging to see how many locals are loving the new venue.’ The new kitchen has hosted Esperance favourites Bread Local, a visiting Italian pizza chef as well as Esperance’s Sri Lankan Taste. And currently, Max is serving up woodfired pizzas from the kitchen. This fits in with Robyn and Nigel’s vision to have a ‘gypsy kitchen’ which provides a rotating menu showcasing talent from local chefs and foodies.
SEE FO R Y O URSEL F Find the new location for Lucky Bay Brewing at 63 Bandy Creek Road in Bandy Creek, about a 15-minute drive from town centre. Now open from Thursday to Monday, 11am to 6pm, with wood fired pizza available every day. Make sure to follow Lucky Bay Brewing on Facebook for updates on live music times and special events.
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At the heart of Robyn and Nigel’s business is a deep desire to celebrate the community that they love. Both coming from rural farming communities, the couple has a strong desire to see Esperance flourish and for locals to be able to enjoy a vibrant community. Rather than seeing all of our local produce shipped elsewhere, they want to see it used for the benefit and enjoyment of the town. ‘We want to celebrate what is unique about Esperance,’ says Robyn. ‘It’s important to embrace and use what we’ve got, and to do it really well.’ The barley that they use for their beer production is sourced locally, from Scaddan farmers Gavin and Elaine Egan, as well as the wheat for the pizza bases. Rather than using malted barley, which uses a lot of water, energy, and requires sourcing from ‘malt houses’ in Perth or the eastern states, Lucky Bay Brewing uses up to 75% raw barley. Wherever possible, they have tried to source what they need locally. From using local olives and selling Condingup Wine, through to hosting local musicians, and telling local stories through the names of their beers.
Esperance locals have embraced Robyn and Nigel’s vision, just as they’re loving the award-winning beer. Australia Day saw the venue absolutely packed, for their busiest day ever, with local musicians providing tunes to go along with pints and pizzas. The family-friendly environment makes a great place to relax for the afternoon. The future is bright for Lucky Bay Brewing, with plans underway to try making their own ginger beer, as well as a non-alcoholic beer, sometime down the track. They’re also looking forward to continuing to work with more local producers. But for now, Robyn and Nigel are just grateful to see the community embracing the new venue as their own. Seeing people enjoying the vibrant space, with locals and tourists alike enjoying the atmosphere and the brews on offer, makes all of the hard work worthwhile.
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After The Fires BY JACKSON VINCENT
“A spot fire I was able to put out”
The end of spring 2019 Australia was in for a massive wake up call as unprecedented, and life-threatening fires flared across the entire country. During this time I had been travelling the New South Wales and Queensland countrysides. I grew up at Esperance Farm Trees and spent the majority of my life in the south-east and west of Western Australia. Exploring the eastern side of the country was going to be a way of putting together in my mind, a map of Australia’s unique eco-systems, a vital part of the unique Australian climates.
AFTER TH E FI RES This was the seventh year of drought that had been in effect over most of the eastern states variable land, now reminiscent of the Mad Max films that were shot here in the 1980s. The vast open landscapes from years of expansive agricultural practise had played a detrimental effect on the climate and vegetation. It was consistently dry and hot, and the remnant forests scattered throughout the state remained held together by eucalyptus trees that were becoming sad with yellowing leaves that no longer hold themselves up. This place looked like it was on the brink of death.
T HESE F I RE S G RI P P I N G T H E N AT IO N A R E FO UGHT B Y A LA RG E VO L U N T E E R FO R C E WHO BY N OW H AV E B E E N U N D E R E X T R E M E ST RESS. A N I N C RE D I BL E S A C R IF IC E FO R O U R CO UNTRY. The volunteer effort extends to provide these firefighters with food and equipment as well as a significant effort to protect the animal species under threat. The response to the national emergency is being undertaken primarily from volunteers and communities with criticism to the governments handling of the crisis as fires surround the nations capitol. I found it difficult settling back into the city life as the smoke built up around me. All while knowing that out in our country was in a battle being fought to protect lives, homes, animals and that our unique forests and eco-systems.
It was difficult for me to get into the burnt-out areas to look for animals or put out spot fires without going through organisations like the RFS Wires or Wildlife Victoria. These essential organisations have become overwhelmed with volunteers, taking months to train them. Later talking to a group of townsfolk in Wingello the same topics of conversation came up. It was hard for citizens to participate in the ongoing crisis behind the frontlines with such a fear of fire present amongst the nation’s leaders. In the past communities have been able to come together and work together on or behind the frontlines. Such an event was seen in the catastrophic fires that burnt in Esperance 2015, where farmers and townsfolk banded together in a large scale effort to protect their farmland from the towering infernos. At the end of the day, we are left to our own devices when it comes to Australia’s safety. It’s up to us to research and prepare for a new world. One of the ways we can do that is by acknowledging our indigenous people’s knowledge, and expertise on bushfires and ancient practises in land management. We need to evolve and create new ways to conserve and protect our wildlife as well as prevent catastrophic and extreme fire conditions as our planet continues to warm. From fires to floods and devastating storms, it’s left to the people to pick up the pieces and rebuild the nation. After the smoke clears, I hope that we are brave enough to make the changes we need to our agriculture, mining, energy and political practices. It has becomes clearer than ever that Australia needs to act now on its future.
H OW W E C A N H EL P While it’s important to keep donating to the organisations vital to Australia’s efforts to recover from these fires, there is still a necessity for citizens to go out into their countryside and visit the people, places and businesses affected. Projects like Empty Esky and Spend With Them encourage people to go and spend money with fire-affected businesses by sharing their details on Instagram, some of which have online stores making easier for those who aren’t able travel. Tradies can put their hands and skills to work by helping farmers who need to rebuild and prepare for an uncertain future. You can find information at organisations such as Tradies For Fire Affected Communities.
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And at the end of November, as I headed towards Coffs Harbour, the first of what would become hundreds of fires across the state became visible over the horizon. Not only had this fire started in what was a typically wetter part of the state’s forest, but it also started almost a month earlier than the typical fire season at a time. This is where hazard reduction burns were becoming harder to perform during a drought. This recipe created fires and smoke from Brisbane all the way to my new home in Melbourne.
Since my first excursion, I have made three trips back out into the heart of the states emergency zones looking for ways to lend a hand. It’s not easy navigating the fire zones. Several smartphone applications offer vital maps and information from the various fire departments and app users. The emergency zones are quite large, and I drove almost 60 kilometres from the edge of one zone, through dirt tracks and past closed roads to the frontline of a fire in the Victorian Alps. What I found there was a reminder of home. A farming family who grew hops was sitting out the back of there home, while small back burns surrounded us on the hillsides. They had more than three volunteer firefighters in their family and most of them had spent the day making fire breaks and managing preventative back burns. They welcomed me with a beer and I joined them for dinner. They reflected a more rational and human side that was in contrast with the medias hysteria.
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Car Park Social BY KYRON SMITHSON
I love the Summer holidays, I love having an influx of visitors to our town, and I love seeing new faces at live music events. For a piece of the year, I feel like we exist in a microcosm cut of from the rest of the world, then Summer hits, and we are reconnected. It’s great to get feedback from these travellers, Esperance ex-pats, or family friends, they can give us a fresh perspective on our little slice of paradise, pros and cons. The Esperance music scene is many things though one of its greatest strengths currently is its propensity to cultivate original acts. Regularly I hear from local expats that in Esperance, you get to see artists develop over time. This is due to several factors, though an essential ingredient is the overwhelming support of one artist to another no matter the musical style. We all want each other to keep pushing the limits, and we all want to instil confidence in each other’s craft, which is a beautiful thing.
Car Park Social kicked off their existence as a two-piece, with Dan Seinor on vocals, rhythm guitar, snare and kick drum and occasional harmonica accompanied by Paul Ricciardo on lead guitar. To begin Dan regularly played an acoustic guitar while Paul just generally shredded along on his Fender electric. I have some fantastic shots from the lads early open mic performances at the Cannery. Instantly everyone recognised the quality of the act, bringing forth a robust sound that fitted into a classic rock and roll/ blues feel that everyone could wrap their ears around. Not long after these era performances, the lads found themselves playing the odd paid gigs, just enough to push them to practise and write a few new tunes. Some absolute bangers were taking shape. Without a doubt, the lads hit a high point, in duo form, when they performed at Blues At Bridgetown 2018. This was quickly followed by a support slot for a sold-out Swamp Thing show at the late Esperance Motor Hotel.
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Off the back of this performance Car Park Social set their sights on Bridgetown 2019. Though not before a substantial amount of work. When the schedule was announced, the lads were surprised to find they had been slung a 110-minute time slot, that is a solid amount of material and a bloody long time to play straight through.
S OM ETI M ES I T’S GOOD TO BE TH ROWN I N TH E DEEP END, A ND I N TH E DEEP END, THE LADS WENT. Jamming ramped up, Jonny Carlson saw to it that the social media and online presence began to reflect the quality of the band’s musicianship. October saw Car Park Social perform at The Pier Hotel over two nights, back to back, supporting Denmark artist Myles Mitchell. The Pier front bar can be a testing gig, particularly for original acts. The boys handled it well and over the two nights managed to perform the majority of the required material for Bridgetown. Then onto Bridgetown, where the boys performed two great gigs, doing Esperance incredibly proud. From open mics to festival appearances and a little of everything in between, Car Park Social have established themselves as an original top act, serving up tasty rock and roll riffery. Consider their sound as a reflection of the quality of the characters in this band-solid all honest all round. The lads have recently released their first single Beyond Your Means which can be downloaded for free from their website (www.carparksocial.com), pitter-patter.
U P C O M I NG G I G S See Car Park Social perform at the Cannery Arts Centre on February 29, supporting Michael Dunstan in his debut Album Launch. The Cannery bar will be open, serving up all your favourite beverages. Tickets are $32.50+BF for members and 37.50+BF for non-members and are available for purchase at the Cannery website (www.canneryartscentre.com.au).
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Jon Carlson had been swanning around town for some time, a long-time drummer coming from a more heavier music background. Through many nights volunteering with Paul at the Cannery Arts Centre bar, the lads formed the plan to add drums to the Car Park Social sound. And if you’re adding drums, you may as well add bass. Fortuitously rock-solid bass player Scotty White was up to the task. Car Park Social had entered the full band phase, Dan was freed up from percussion duties and able to focus on everything else. You would think that a steady progression would see open mics through to some casual early performances. The four-piece were not afforded such luxuries, thrust hastily onto a line-up supporting the one and only Eugene Hideaway Bridges.
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THE BRIDGE Summer has honestly been amazing, such support for local and touring original music, Esperance peeps you are such legends. I’ve been thinking to myself I could use a break, and sure maybe like two weeks, but what would I actually do if I wasn’t doing what I love? I’d be miserable, whilst watching reruns of great shows, trying to remember catchlines to impress people online, while eating mint aero bar blocks and forever looking for a desk fan. Yep, thanks I’ll pass. I wish I could chill, then I chill, and I get restless. So February I love your name, always a good month and damn son we got ourselves a leap year. My month begins with a weekend of contrasts. I’m supporting Sunday Lemonade at The Turf Club on Friday, February 7 for a themed Thai food night. Followed by an arvo with Grand Casual on February 8 from 4pm to 6.30pm, an all-ages (and alcoholfree) gig supported by The Arid Ones and Dr Tasty at the Esperance Residential College. Esperance Residential College holds a place in my heart. I spent my high school years within those walls and performed my first live songs on the front lawn, something by Offspring (I don’t quite remember). The event is supported by Esperance Community Arts and WAM, all are welcome to attend, and there will be a sausage sizzle on hand.
There Goes The Sun at the Cannery Arts Centre on January 18 PHOTOGRAPHY CREDIT: LUCY VINCENT
Friday, February 21 you can catch Tanya Ransom at The Lucky Bay Brewery before she heads across to Hopetoun for the Colour Run the following day to perform alongside Car Park Social. Our next large-scale Cannery Arts Centre live music event falls on Saturday, February 29 at 6pm with Michael Dunstan set to launch his Debut Album “In the Grand Scheme” accompanied for the first time by a full band featuring local rock star Joe Franzone and Victorian-based Pat Devlin. Given that it is the leap year day, we absolutely have to rock out on this night and make the bloody most of this once in every four-year occurrence. Pat and myself will both perform acoustic sets on the night with another evening highlight being a live set by local lads Car Park Social. Willow Tree Catering are back bringing the tastiest if menus to the table. Tickets are live, selling well and available to purchase from the Cannery website. February actually sounds pretty damn chill when after writing about it, I don’t really know what I was ever worried about. KYRON SMITHSON
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Local band Grand Casual will be playing a free all-ages show at the Esperance Residential College. Starting at 4pm and featuring support acts Dr Tasty and The Arid Ones. All are welcome to attend, entry is free with a sausage sizzle for those looking for a feed It’s Valentine’s Day, and what’s a better date night than at the Esperance Speedway. It’s their World Series Sprint Cars event, gates open at 3pm and racing starts at 6pm. Pay entry the door, adults $17, concession/students $12 and children under 12 are free. Art lovers must check out Cannery Art Centre’s latest exhibition The Sacred and the Profane: Andrew Hyde Retrospective. Running from February 15th to the 23rd from 10am to 4pm, this exhibition is free to view and open to all! Ladies get your frocks out as it’s Esperance Bay Turf Club’s Ladies Day. Fashions On The Field will be on show with comps for ladies, men and children. The winner of the ladies comp has a chance to go into the Country Cups Fashions on the Field competition later in the year. Contact the Turf Club for more details.
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Following a string of WAM nominations, Tanya Ransom is backing it up with her powerful new single Armour and touring nationally throughout the summer, playing at Lucky Bay Brewing this Friday arvo. Head down after work for a beer and some relaxing live music.
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The Hopetoun Colour Run is back again for 2020, with a 5km walk or run starting and finishing at McCulloch Park. Entry into the run is $25 per person. Join in the race or watch, starting around 3pm, this free event features live music from Tanya Ransom and Car Park Social as well as markets, food stalls and expos. The run kicks off at 4.30pm.
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Michael Dunstan launches his debut album ‘In The Grand Scheme’ this February at the Cannery Arts Centre, accompanied by his 3-piece band. Also supported by locals Car Park Social, Kyza and Victorian singer-songwriter Pat Devlin. The Cannery Bar will be serving up all your favourite beverages with Wood Fired Catering providing tasty treats. Tickets available at the Cannery website.
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The Esperance Bay Turf Club is holding a hella random Thai food night with live music featuring travelling duo Sunday Lemonade. Entry is $30 per person, with an all you can eat buffet. Starts a 5pm. Eat some Thai food and enjoy some live music–not the worst combo.
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Celebrating 90 Years of Royal Flying Doctor Service
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BY KARLI FLORISSON
In the centre of Esperance, a new mural has been taking shape. Celebrating the 90th anniversary of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the painting can be seen stretching along the Andrew Street wall of the Bankwest building. T HIS M U RA L, P A I N TE D B Y L O C A L A R T IS T P H IL S H ELTON, H AS BEEN S PONS ORED BY LOCAL BU S I NES S ES AND I NDIVIDU A LS. I T I S A L A B O U R O F L O VE C O M M IS SI ONED A ND ORGA NI S ED BY M EM BERS OF TH E ES PERA N CE AUXIL IA RY B RA N C H O F T H E R F D S , C E L E B R AT I N G TH E CA U S E TH AT TH EY H OLD S O DEA RLY . Locals Helen Scott, Rob Horan, and Marilyn Hart are all members of the Esperance Auxiliary Branch of the RFDS, and they make up the sub-committee that has organised the mural. They are passionate about their work with the RFDS and consider the project a great way to share the history of the organisation with the town. After putting out a simple information flyer as well as a small advert in Esperance Tide, the committee was overwhelmed by the response from the Esperance community. Fifty local businesses and individuals contributed money towards the mural, generously funding the entire project with money to spare. Any surplus will go towards general donations to the RFDS, so the mural is already contributing towards keeping the Doctor flying. As Helen states, ‘Phil took the rough ideas that the committee provided and came up with a mural that is beautifully unique. It’s perfect.’
Flynn’s newly established Aerial Medical Service flew 50 flights to 26 locations and treated 225 patients in its first year. The service’s first pilot, Arthur Affleck, flew the single-engine DeHavilland bi-plane without navigational aids or radio, using just a compass to find his remote destinations. The plane, which was named the ‘Victory’, was leased from Qantas at the cost of two shillings per mile flown. After this successful first year, Flynn continued to fundraise to expand the service. Radio communication with pedal-operated generators was introduced to facilitate communication in 1929, and the radio network rapidly expanded. Flynn died in 1951 and is now commemorated on Australia’s twenty-dollar note. The RFDS has gone from strength to strength, and as Flynn stated, ‘If you start something worthwhile – nothing can stop it.’
Today, the Royal Flying Doctor Service has 71 aircraft operating from 23 bases across the country. On an average day in Australia, the RFDS travels over 70,000 kilometres by air and transports more than 170 patients. The RFDS has over 350,000 patient contacts every year. Here in Esperance, the RFDS conducts 5 flights a week, on average. The new PC-24 Jet which is used for the Esperance flights, a far cry from the original ‘Victory’, is known as a ‘hospital in the sky’. The RFDS receives government funding to finance its services, but still relies heavily on donations to fund equipment and aircraft purchases. In Esperance, we know the importance of the RFDS, being so isolated. Access to emergency medical services and specialist medical teams can mean the difference between life or death to people in Esperance and our surrounding area. The Esperance Auxiliary branch of the RFDS was started by local man Eric Swann in 1997. Since then, the Esperance branch has raised an impressive amount of money for the vital cause of keeping the Doctor flying. One of the branch’s most important fundraisers each year is the group that cuts and sells firewood for the RFDS. Just this past year, the branch’s woodcutting efforts raised $74,000. Nearly half a million dollars has been raised from wood cutting altogether. Esperance Auxiliary member Helen Scott highlights the generosity of Esperance. As a small town, we contribute significantly to the RFDS fundraising efforts. Even the tiny amounts contributed in fundraising tins add up to a significant amount, with $18,000 raised through the tins around town just last year. The Auxiliary members are very proud of our generous and supportive town. They hope that the new mural will continue to highlight the importance of the Royal Flying Doctor Service to our region and our nation.
H EL P C ON TRI BU TE If you would like to contribute to the important work of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, donations can be made at Bankwest. Tickets are now on sale for the Retravision fundraising raffle for the RFDS, so pop into Retravision now to purchase a ticket, support the Doctor, and get the chance to win $12,000 in prizes. The Esperance Auxiliary Branch of the RFDS also welcomes new members, with meetings taking place on the 1st Monday of every month. To find out more, visit www.esperancerfds.com, or find Esperance RFDS Auxiliary on Facebook.
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The Royal Flying Doctor Service was started by the Reverend John Flynn, who features in the new mural. Reverend Flynn was involved in missionary work which involved establishing hospitals in remote areas, as a part of the Australian Inland Mission. In 1928, Reverend Flynn started the Aerial Medical Service, as a one-year experiment, which later became the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Flynn was inspired by a young pilot and medical student Lieutenant Clifford Peel, who had sent Flynn a letter in 1917, telling him about an idea for doctors to visit isolated patients by aeroplane. Lieutenant Peel was killed in combat in World War I, without ever knowing what his humble idea would become. Flynn was also inspired by the story of Jimmy Darcy, a Kimberly stockman who was injured in a cattle stampede in 1917. Darcy was transported to Halls Creek, the nearest settlement, where the local postmaster conducted emergency surgery on him guided by doctors communicating by morse code. The surgery on Darcy’s ruptured bladder was a success, but he needed further medical treatment. A doctor was sent from Perth, but during the journey, which took ten days by ship and Model T Ford, Darcy died from his injuries. It was Reverend Flynn’s hope that no one else would die due to the lack of medical services as Darcy did.
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Sustainable Living Starts in the Home 16 / ESPERANCE TIDE / FEBRUARY 2020
WORDS BY KARLI FLORISSON
What does it mean to have a more sustainable house? Being ‘sustainable’ is a big buzzword these days, that encompasses a lot of ideas. At the core of this idea is the concept of minimising the negative environmental impact of a building by enhancing efficiency when it comes to energy inputs, building materials, and the overall functioning of the house. There are many things, both big and small, that people can do to make their home more sustainable. Even small changes can make a home run more efficiently, produce less waste, provide a healthier lifestyle, and cost less overall. Anna Morcombe, the owner of local design business Dwelling Design, has a passion for creating coastal homes that are sustainable and fit the needs of the owners. When building a new home, Anna suggests that there are several things to think about. ‘You should look at the water efficiency of your home, the energy efficiency, and then also look at the quality of the building materials you are using. Can you use some recycled materials? Are the materials you are using low-tox, natural, Australian materials?’ There are plenty of options that should be considered when planning a new build. From the orientation of the house on the building site, through to insulating roof spaces and considering double glazed windows, particularly for any large windows in living areas. If you are not planning a building project, Anna says that there are still many things you can do to make your home more efficient. This can be big things, such as insulating walls and roof spaces, installing solar panels to generate your own electricity, and putting in a rainwater tank. But creating a more sustainable home doesn’t need to involve big changes. Even small changes, such as using more environmentally friendly cleaning products with less packaging, will generate less waste, reduce your environmental impact, and improve the health of your home.
Blinds down To reduce your heating and cooling costs, think about where heat and cold might be getting into the house. Heavy blinds or curtains will help to insulate your windows. Check for drafts under doors, and keep your doors and windows shut on hot days – at least until the sea breeze comes in!
Throw some shade Shading your east and west-facing walls will help to keep the house cooler in summer. Can you plant a tree that will provide some nice summer shade, or grow a grapevine up a trellis? If you’re thinking of putting in a pergola, or a shade sail, consider where you’re installing it. You want to cut out the hot summer sun beating down on your walls, but allow the winter sun in where possible.
Be energy-efficient When you are buying new appliances, buy the most energy-efficient that you can afford. You will save money on your power bills in the long run, and be helping the environment at the same time. If you’re not planning any new purchases, you can still check out your existing appliances. Does your spare bar fridge need to be running all the time? Can you dry your clothes on the washing line rather than in the dryer? A few small changes to your appliance use will help to save money on your power bills and keep your home running more efficiently.
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M AKI NG Y OU R H OM E M ORE S U S TA I NA BLE WI LL M AKE I T A M ORE COM FORTABLE ENV I RONM ENT TO LI V E I N, AND CAN A LS O REDU CE TH E COS TS OF RU N NI NG Y OU R H OM E CONS I DERA BLY . It’s well worth the effort that it takes to implement a few changes. Sustainability is also about creating the most efficient home for your lifestyle. So find what suits you, and it will be much easier to make long term changes.
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There are plenty of ways to reduce the water efficiency of your home. From fixing dripping taps promptly, to not letting the water run when you rinse dishes or clean veggies. You can also check that your reticulation system is working efficiently, and turn it off on rainy days. Hand watering the garden can also be an excellent way to make sure that the water only gets to where it is needed, and not all over paths or the road.
Designer Anna Morcombe offers free ‘Project Clarity’ phone consults to discuss making your home more sustainable, or to chat about a home improvement project you may have in mind. Book your 30-minute conversation with Anna at clarity.dwellingdesign.com.au/call. Also, check out Naturally Esperance’s new bulk dispensers in store. Naturally Esperance will be running a range of workshops to teach people how to make their own cleaning and personal care products. Check with Annie in the store for more details.
Shop smarter One of the best ways to reduce waste in your home is to buy things with less packaging. Do you need to buy fruit and veg that comes in a plastic tray? Can you buy in bulk to save on packaging? Cleaning products and personal care products often have a lot of packaging. Still, there are many enviro-friendly options available these days. You can now take your reusable containers directly to Naturally Esperance, and buy cleaning products and a range of other products from their bulk dispensers. Check out their range at the Museum Village shop.
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BUSH BANTER
MINDFUL MERVE
After the Fire
Trauma
The recent Australian bushfires have been devastating for our communities, animals and native bushland. Esperance residents know all too well how fire can destroy the land, livestock and take lives, then face the difficult recovery living with a blackened landscape, dead animals and burnt infrastructure. It can be a long road back to normality.
With the recent catastrophic fires in the eastern states, I think it’s important to remind ourselves about the nature of trauma. Trauma is not a one size fits all and can sometimes be hard to recognise and then acknowledge. In its early stages, many simply want to soldier on using their reserves of nervous energy to get things done. Others may simply be too overwhelmed to do anything. Victims of these kinds of disasters constantly ask themselves the what, why, how questions in an endeavour to make some kind of sense of such unreal circumstances. The following points are a guide to understanding the unique nature of trauma.
Sometimes it is hard to find the good in a fire, but when it comes to native bush, there are some real benefits. Fire plays a role in the lifecycle of many plants by stimulating new vigorous growth to help boost plant health. Many plants, such as grass trees (Xanthorrhoea) will flower profusely following fire, and some like Banksia and Hakea release seeds from woody cases after a fire. Heat and the chemicals in smoke can both activate seed for germination for many species.
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Plants survive the fire by reshooting a short time afterwards. Known as resprouters, these include most Eucalypt species. They may shoot from buds protected by bark on branches or from ‘lignotubers’ at the base of the plant. Plants may also be killed by the fire, relying on regeneration from seed. Known as ‘obligate seeders’, these species usually produce large quantities of seed which is stored in the soil or woody seed cases on the plant, ready to germinate after a fire.
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Nothing lives forever. Plants need to regenerate, and with a well-timed fire, the bush will prosper and provide increased biodiversity. Although it is sometimes hard to see our beautiful landscape burn, take joy in watching the magical regrowth.
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Emotions will roller coaster but no matter what they are normal reactions to an abnormal situation. Acknowledge your feelings and name them. Admit to yourself and others about how you feel. Stay close to those who matter to you, be it family, friends or wider community. Don’t isolate yourself. Be kind to yourself and remind yourself that it won’t always be this bad. Look after your physical health and mental health by finding small ways you can exercise and relax. Take a small step in regaining some normality so there is a feeling of being back in control. Limit how much media is viewed as this only reinforces the trauma. Seek professional counselling as it is beneficial to have someone to listen who is experienced in the aspects of trauma. It also relieves the feeling that you are burdening others. MERVE
horoscopes WHAT D OE S TH I S MON T H H AVE I N S T O R E FO R Y OU ? TH E S TA RS H AV E I T! NEW CH ALLENGES , NEW L O VE O R H E A RTB RE A K, N E W F U N A N D F R IE N D S H IP - WH AT WI LL I T BE? CH ECK OU T OU R TI DE GUIDE, A N D YOU ’LL B E P R E P A R E D FO R W H AT E V ER ENERGY I S COM I NG Y OU R WAY TH I S M ONTH .
A QUA R I U S
JAN 20 - FEB 17
There may be some turbulent energy coming in your direction this month. Expect some ups and downs, highs and lows, conflicts and resolutions. It’s all about riding out the waves and getting through to the other side. After the storm comes the period of calm, so wait it out, and try not to get too caught up in the drama. It will pass in due time!
PI S CE S
FEB 18 - MAR 19
A R I ES
MAR 20 - APRIL 19
Do you feel like the winds of life are blowing you around? Fate can be so fickle! So rather than spending all your time trying to build yourself an indestructible future, be sure to focus on the present moment as well. Enjoy this moment that you are in, and find the good in every day. Your perspective will change, and you won’t spend so much time worrying!
TAU R U S
A P R 2 0 - M AY 20
The energy flowing into your life this month will ensure that things are ripe for change. Do some areas of your life feel stagnant? It’s time to mix things up! The area of your life that has been on your mind the most will finally start to shift, and you’ll begin to see results. So jump in with both feet, and get to work on creating the changes that you want to see.
GE MI N I
M AY 2 1 - J U N 20
Family issues may beset you this month. Unexpected problems may arise, but you will be able to work through them with excellent communication. Keep your boundaries where you want them to be, even if it is tempting to let a few things slide. Even if things get complicated, don’t forget that no family is perfect. Take the quirks in your stride, and you’ll manage things with ease!
C ANC E R
J U N 2 1 - J U L 22
A financial windfall is heading in your direction. The source might be unexpected, but gratitude is still the key. Receiving with thanks, and then giving out with care and generosity will compound the rewards that come to you. If you are careful and wise with small amounts, soon they will multiply, and you’ll be entrusted with much greater things. Be sure to retain your generous heart!
JUL 23 - AUG 22
Are you finding yourself focussed on small irritations in your life? Insignificant things that are causing you more stress than they should? Yes, minor problems and issues can truly take up a lot of your attention, and they really can be a drain on your time and energy. Take the time to shift your focus to what is really important, and you’ll notice that the irritations fall away.
V I RG O
AUG 23 - SEP 22
Pay attention to your own intuition this month. Often this source of wisdom goes disregarded in your life, but it has many insightful things to tell you. If you tune in to this source of inner knowledge, you’ll find that you can anticipate situations and emotions before they arise, and take steps to smooth your own path. You’ll be glad that you did!
LIBRA
SEP 23 - O C T 22
A new affection will introduce itself into your life this month. Emotions will be heightened, but be sure to let your head lead. Feelings will come and go like the waves on the shore, that doesn’t mean you need to follow them all. But making sensible decisions about where you invest your time, energy, and your affections will always stand you in good stead for the future.
SCORPIO
O C T 23 - N O V 21
Unexpected joys are headed your way this month. Pay attention to the little things, the beautiful sunsets, the fun times with friends, and the little moments of connection and hope. They’ll be there if you take the time to see them. Gratitude is the key to releasing a new attitude of appreciation and positivity in your life. It is a wonderful life if only you’ll take the time to see it!
SA G I TTA RIU S
N O V 22 - DEC 21
Slow and steady wins the race! Don’t try to conquer all of your goals and ambitions in one day. Consistency will be the key to your success. Just keep putting one foot in front of the other, and don’t worry too much about the end result. If you continue on with diligence, you will surprise yourself with just how much you can achieve!
CA PRI CORN
DEC 22 - JAN 20
This month’s word for you is ‘resilience’. You’ll face challenges, but you have the strength and the resources to overcome them. A difficult situation is a tool that is building your resilience for the future. Lean into the difficult times, celebrate the good times, and enjoy all the blessings that are flowing in your life. Your capacity is growing! That’s a great thing!
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Do you know the saying ‘the simple things in life are often the best’? It’s time to pay attention to the simple things in your life. Are you eating well? Drinking enough water? Getting enough sleep? Enjoying nature, spending time with loved ones? Rather than trying to conquer the whole world, take small steps to improve these little things, and you’ll be amazed at the difference that it will make!
LEO
5 MI N U T E H I S T ORY
Fairhaven
Grace Darling Hotel built by Captain Douglas on the Esperance foreshore
WORDS BY KARLI FORISSON Grace Darling in Albany
FAIRHAV E N I S A B E A U T IF U L H IS T O R IC B U IL D I N G LO CATE D ON D E MP S T E R S T R E E T W IT H A R IC H H IS TORY . ORIGI NA LLY N A ME D B AY VIE W , T H IS D O U B L E S T O RY H O USE MA D E F ROM H A N D - C U T L IM E S T O N E B R IC KS WA S B UILT I N 19 0 3 B Y JOE N O R M A N . Captain Frederick Douglas, the first owner of Bay View, and his brother cut the bricks for the building by hand. The limestone and lime mortar was sourced from Dempster Head as well as a small quarry on Layton Street. The bay windows were bought over from England. Since that time, the building has been an iconic part of Esperance’s history. Captain Frederick Douglas was born in 1850 in Hinxton, England. He came to Fremantle with his parents in 1852. He was educated in Perth, and his first job was at the Fremantle Post Office. In 1869, Fred moved to Albany with his older brother, William. In 1873, William bought the cutter Victory, starting the family’s career as sea captains. In 1879, Fred married Priscilla Keyser, and together they had 4 children. In 1881, Fred purchased the schooner Agnes and took up the mail run from Albany to Esperance.
Along with the mail, Fred also shipped cargo along the coast from Fremantle to Eucla. In 1892, Fred anchored the Agnes at Bremer Bay and loaded up a cargo that included 40 tons of sandalwood. That night, a storm blew in, and the Agnes was wrecked on the beach at Bremer Bay. Fortunately, all of the crew were safe, and the cargo and fittings were salvaged. A local farmer named John Wellstead purchased the wreck and used the timber for buildings on his property. The wreck delayed the delivery of mail to Esperance for two months.
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Point Malcolm. Fred was reportedly fined forty pounds over the incident for the late delivery of the mail, delayed by the rescue efforts. After this incident, Captain Fred Douglas continued his shipping route with the Grace Darling, becoming a legend along the coast of WA. In 1889, his wife Priscilla died, and Fred married again in 1890 to Susan Wellstead of Bremer Bay. He and Susan went on to have a further 6 children. In 1903, Fred built Bay View as a family home, with local builder Joe Norman. He erected a flagpole at the front of the building which was said to be made from the mast of the Agnes, Fred’s first ship, but was possibly also the mast of another vessel, the Iris. Fred sold the Grace Darling in 1910, retiring due to ill health. On his retirement, newspapers at the time reported ‘….no name is better known on the coast of Western Australia than that of Captain Fred Douglas.’ He was presented with a gold watch from the citizens of the coastal towns from Fremantle to Esperance. Many remarks were made about his kindness and generosity. Along with Bay View, Fred built the Grace Darling Hotel on the Esperance foreshore. After Captain Fred Douglas’s death in 1916, Bay View was bought and sold several times and was used as a private residence. In 1965, the building
was purchased by the Churches of Christ Federal Aborigines Mission Board and renamed Fairhaven. The building was used to provide accommodation for Aboriginal girls who came to Esperance to work or study. The girls, aged from 14 to 17 years old, came from areas such as Norseman, Cundelee, Warburton Ranges, and Leonora. The girls usually found work on farms around the area, and some of them studied at Esperance Senior High School. At the time, Pedlars Boys Hostel, located on Daphne Street, provided accommodation for young Aboriginal men who were working in the Esperance area. They often socialised with the young women from Fairhaven. Sonny and Fran Graham, who were involved with the running of Fairhaven, remember that many marriages occurred as a result of these social occasions. Sonny and Fran also remember that the girls who lived at Fairhaven were very good at basketball as well as a choir which competed several times at the local music festival. Fairhaven was closed down in 1987, and the building was sold. It is now owned by Graham and Kathryn Jacobs. They have renovated the building, and it remains a beautiful, iconic part of Esperance’s Dempster Street landscape, and one of the few remaining historic buildings in town. PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE ESPERANCE MUSEUM
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After the wreck of the Agnes, Fred purchased the schooner Grace Darling, and used it in coastal trade between Fremantle and Adelaide, as well as continuing his mail run to Esperance. The Grace Darling set a record for the time, travelling from Esperance to Albany in just 19 hours. In 1894 the iron steamship the SS Rodondo hit Pollock Reef, off the coast of Cape Arid, in the area of Salisbury Island. In the ensuing panic, one of the lifeboats fell into the sea, with 18 people aboard. Four of those passengers drowned. The lifeboat was recovered, and the remaining 196 passengers and crew made it safely to a small, barren island. Captain Hill tried to run the Rodondo aground on a reef, but he failed, and it sank somewhere off the coast of Salisbury Island. To this day, the wreck of the Rodondo has not been found. The survivors of the shipwreck took the one lifeboat that was still intact, and the Chief Officer, along with some of the crew, went in search of help. Fortuitously, they were picked up by Captain Fred Douglas in the Grace Darling, who was travelling to Middle Island to collect a load of salt harvested from the pink lake there. They immediately set off in search of the stranded survivors. Despite rough seas and treacherous conditions, all of the Rodondo’s passengers and crew were saved by the Grace Darling and taken to
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LOCAL MARKETS The next Museum Village Markets will be held on Sunday, February 16 & March 1 from 8.30-12.30pm. No Twilight Markets this month (back on again in March). The next Esperance Growers’ Market will be held on Saturday, February 8 & 22 from 9am-11am at Scout Hall.
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SEEKING INPUT FOR 2021 EVENT Local authors are invited to come together to discuss and plan for a writer’s and readers festival to be held in 2021. Meet on Monday, February 10 at 5 pm at Community Arts Space, Dempster St. For queries, or if interested but unable to attend, email esperancebooktalk@gmail.com RAVENSTHORPE DISTRICT ART GROUP SEEKING ART THERAPIST Ravensthorpe District Art Group are seeking an Art Therapist to tutor workshops at a Wellness Weekender in Ravensthorpe. For more information, email lynnellbelli7@gmail.com. CANNERY FUTURE PLANNING: COMMUNITY CONSULT SESSION Cannery Arts Centre members, centre users & the wider Esperance community are invited to join us for a consultation session that will help guide our organisation into the future! Come down to the Cannery on Sunday, February 9 from 12 to 2pm. Lead by KALSEC Creative, funded by FRRR. DANCE LESSONS: OLD TIME AND NEW VOGUE Commencing Friday, March 27 from 6.50pm at ROAB Hall. Esperance Ballroom, Old Time and new Vogue Dance Group, Dances every Friday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Enquiries Daryl 0419 370 089. New members welcome. STANDING STRONG PROGRAM @ THE SWAN EFFECT The Swan Effect’s Standing Strong Program is a 9-week workshop is for girls aged 11 to 17, with the focus on creating a strong body, mind and heart. If you are a parent, carer or educator raising a strong, confident and empowered girl, this program is for you! For more information and bookings can be made via www.theswaneffect.com.au/mentoring.
ESPERANCE LIONS CLUB MEETING Esperance Lions Club dinner meetings from 6.30pm on the1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Lions Den on Goldfields Rd. New members welcome, contact Allan Gibson on 0419922681. THE SEWING CIRCLE Join us at Esperance Community Arts (67 Dempster Street) each Thursday, 10am - 2pm. Learn new skills and meet new people. All materials provided, or bring along a project you are working on. Contact us on 9072 1158. FREE TECHNOLOGY HELP SESSIONS Esperance Public Library offers free 45-minute one-on-one technology help sessions, Monday to Friday. Bring your device and your questions! Bookings are essential. HAVE A GO AT BADMINTON Games played at the Indoor Sports Stadium on Mondays from 7-9pm for high school ages and above. Wednesday social games from 9.30-11am. $5 per session. Contact Trish on 9071 1314. ESPERANCE PROBUS CLUB Meets on the 2nd Monday of every month at Esperance Bowling Club from 9.30am. New members are very welcome. MORNING MELODIES @ ESPERANCE CIVIC CENTRE On the second Thursday of the month between 11-1pm. Bring your lunch and your mate, relax and enjoy the tunes over your lunch break. ESPERANCE MEN IN SHEDS Although our name is sexist, our group is not—women are also welcome to join. The shed in Simpson Street is open 8.30am 4pm from Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings. Enquiries to 9072 1102. ESPERANCE FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY We meet at the Museum every Wednesday from 1.30pm, or by appointment. Phone 9071 2484.
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Ingredients 1 brown onion, diced 4 cloves of garlic, chopped 3 sticks of celery, diced 1 red capsicum, diced 1 yellow capsicum, diced 1 zucchini, diced 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp cayenne pepper 3 bay leaves 3 sprigs of thyme ½ cup of red wine
1 x 400g tin of cherry tomatoes 1 x 400g tin of chickpeas 2 cups of stock 1x jalapenos chillies, sliced thinly 1 cup of frozen peas Salt & pepper Olive oil Parsley Cooked rice (for serving)
Method 1. Add 3 tablespoons of oil into a large pan over medium heat. Mix in the flour to make a paste (loose roux). Cook until dark brown (about 20-minutes), stirring constantly so it doesn’t burn. 2. Add the onion, garlic and chopped vegetables as well as the bay leaves and thyme leaves. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring regularly. 3. Stir in the cayenne pepper, paprika and red wine. Allow to reduce by half before adding the tin of tomatoes and chickpeas (juices included). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add enough stock so the vegetables are covered, then simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes.
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4. When you are ready to eat, add the peas 5-minutes before taking off the heat. During that time, fry in the okra in some olive oil until lightly charred. Halve and scatter over the gumbo. 5. Serve with fresh chilli, parsley and rice. Tide tip: Add cooked prawns to the dish for more flavour. You can also mix in different vegetables, depending on what’s in season or what’s in the fridge.
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