Esperance Tide March 2021 by Esperance Tide

ISSUE 71

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Welcome to March! After an awesome summer, with seemingly endless markets, music and madness down the main street, we’re looking forward to an equally awesome autumn. There is so much happening over the next three months that we’ve decided to give you a little preview of what’s ahead for the season on page 12. We were stoked to hear that Ocean Heroes are coming to Esperance for the very first time this month, so we caught up with them prior to their visit to see what they’re all about. In a nutshell, Ocean Heroes is an initiative dedicated to getting people with autism in the water and on a surfboard. What they do is not only really important, but it sounds like heaps of fun too! You can read all about Ocean Heroes on page 8 and, if you’re feeling inspired, we’ll see you at their event at Twilight Cove on March 7. If you’re a long-time reader, you probably know how much we enjoy going to the local markets. On a Friday night, you’ll find us unwinding with an Esperance Distillery Co gin in hand at the Sunset Markets. On a Saturday, you’ll find us perusing the freshest local produce at the Esperance Grower’s Market. And on a Sunday, you’ll find us checking out the quirky artisan wares at the Museum Village Markets. Have you ever wanted to know a little more about some of the stallholders at the latter? We have, so we caught up with a few of these stallholders to find out their stories. You can read them on page 4.

Meet The Stallholders

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W HAT ’S ON

Perhaps you’re like us and occasionally find yourselves with a little too much fresh produce after your weekend haul. If this is the case, we’ve got you covered with our Beginner’s Guide to Preserving Food [p. 32]. From freezing, to pickling, to making jam, there is loads you can do with your excess produce, so don’t let it go to waste! Let us know if you have any great recipes... We’re always on the lookout for something new to try in the Tide kitchen. Speaking of which, we turned some leftover cabbage into akimchi and threw it in a toastie for lunch this week. Delicious is an understatement. You can find the recipe on page 35. That’s it for now. We’ll see you again just before the Easter Bunny hits town but until then, happy reading!

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Meet the Stallholders W O R D S K A R L I F L O R I S S O N P H OT O G R A P H Y L U C Y V I N C E N T

We love Sunday mornings at Tide HQ. Gone are the days when we’d wake with a foggy head and hazy memories of the night before. Now, we’re up-and-at-em with a reusable shopping bag in one hand and Keep Cup in the other, eager to support our local makers and producers. The Museum Village Markets are a Sunday morning staple in Esperance, made possible by the countless stallholders who show up week in, week out, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. We wanted to find out a bit more about some of the market’s regulars, so, armed with a piping hot spring roll, we weaved our way through the stalls, having a chat to a few people as we went. SET SA IL SEW IN G The Set Sail Sewing market stall features handmade baby clothes and accessories, along with other handmade items, from sewing duo Desiree and Judy Sanderson. Desiree got into sewing baby clothes after having her own baby, and was encouraged by friends to have a go at selling her handmade items at the markets. She was joined by mother-in-law Judy, who also enjoys sewing. Judy makes handy items such as face masks and coffee cup holders to add to the stall with beautiful fabrics and prints. Children’s hats are some of their best-selling items. They love seeing repeat customers that they get to know at the markets. Desiree takes custom orders for baby clothing, and you can also find Set Sail Sewing on Facebook.

KAT ’S L IVIN G GIFT S Kat Wilson started Kat’s Living Gifts as a hobby after being diagnosed with an illness that limited her ability to work. She says she never used to be a ‘plant person’, but after getting sick, she felt the urge to work with plants, which she found really grounding and therapeutic. After running out of room at home for all her plants, Kat started selling a few, and Kat’s Living Gifts was born. She missed the community interaction of working, and so Kat started taking her plants to the markets to sell. She found the stallholders were all very supportive of her, and she made a lot of new friends. Kat propagates her plants locally, and she sources interesting and quirky pots which are a favourite with market-goers. She loves the opportunity that her business gives her to demonstrate her personal motto of doing small things with great love. Kat’s Living Gifts is on Facebook and Instagram. Kat Wilson, Kat’s Living Gifts

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MARGARET HO RT O N

Margaret Horton

Margaret is a veteran stallholder at the Museum Village Markets. She has been coming to the markets for around 14 years. She sells handmade items that show off her creative skill and her love of sewing and craft. She also sells some wooden items made by husband Bill. Margaret says that her chook potholders and her bowl warmers are her best selling items. She uses 100 percent cotton in her sewing, and all her fabric is purchased locally. Margaret enjoys the social aspect of the markets, and she can often be found giving tourists advice about what to see and do while in Esperance. Her advice for any new stallholders? “You’ve just got to stick to it, through the ups and downs, and enjoy the social aspect of the markets.”

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T HE SW EET SPOT The Sweet Spot is a market stall that sells exotic liquorice, run by Brooke, with some help from mum Kylie Elson. When the previous owner of the market stall, then called ‘Hyped Up’, wanted to sell, Brooke was able to buy the stock and stall setup with money that she’d saved from birthday and Christmas money from her Great Grandma. Brooke finds the market stall a great way to earn money, especially as she lives out of town, so having a regular after-school job is quite difficult. She is saving for uni, or maybe for a car. The liquorice, which ranges from sweet to sour and traditional red and black liquorice, is popular, with regulars coming to stock up whenever Brooke is at the markets. Brooke and her mum find that both locals and tourists alike are very supportive, and they really enjoy their time at the markets.

Brooke Elson, The Sweet Spot

O NE LI T T LE B RUSH Regan Beattie has loved painting and creating since she was young. She’s always loved watercolours, and as a mum of two boys, she’s long been creating unique art to display in her own house. After some friends encouraged her to start taking custom orders, Regan started to make prints that can be personalised with children’s names, and sets of baby milestone cards. Regan has been running her stall at the markets for a year now, and she enjoys the beautiful vibe of the markets. She also enjoys being able to get to know the other stallholders, and having the opportunity to display and sell her work. One Little Brush is on Facebook and Instagram.

W IL DB ERRY ART Jenny Richardson is a local Esperance artist. She’s been running a stall at the markets for four years now, displaying her beautiful, nature inspired art on fabric wall decals, prints, and t-shirts. Jenny studied aquaculture at university, and a lot of her art is inspired by her love of the ocean, including whales, octopuses, and turtles. Jenny also loves calligraphy, and does the calligraphy on her prints and artworks herself. Jenny’s wall decals are also reusable, and made in Australia. She loves the fact that the markets give her an opportunity to chat to people, and to meet new people. Wildberry Art is on Facebook and Instagram. Jenny Richardson, Wildberry Art

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Ocean Heroes Drop In W O R D S H A N N A H S I E M E R P H OT O G R A P H Y D G I M A G E R Y

In 2015, personal trainer Luke Hallam was running a specialised training program for people with autism when he noticed something. Out of his 50 or so clients, not one of them were utilising the beach and the surf like the majority of the community would. Luke was dismayed to think so many people were missing out on the opportunity to access the array of beaches that surrounded them in Perth, so he teamed up with a couple of mates to do something about it. Ocean Heroes was born. Luke, along with Sam Moyle and Tom Johnston, founded Ocean Heroes in 2016. The overarching aim of the initiative is to improve the wellbeing of those on the autism spectrum and their families through surfing. Based in Perth, Ocean Heroes run monthly surf events for the autism community, completely free of charge. The events are incredibly popular, with all 150 spots often filling as quickly as 10 minutes after registrations open. Over the last four years, Ocean Heroes have taken their events to regional areas like Geraldton and Denmark, as well as interstate. This month, for the first time, Ocean Heroes will visit Esperance for an event at Twilight Cove on March 7.

Luke and Sam will be in Esperance for the event and are excited to finally be bringing Ocean Heroes to town. “Every town has their own autism community and it’s important to provide this service to as far and wide as possible,” Sam says. “We’ve always wanted to come to Esperance but it’s just been that little bit too far to do one-off things, so we’ve integrated it into a south coast tour with Denmark.” Ocean Heroes events are “super casual,” according to Sam, with a 45 minute time slot allocated to each participant, tailored to their capabilities and needs. There is no pressure on the participants to surf, or even get in the water if they don’t want to. “The events are fully flexible,” Sam says. “They have a start time and an end time but we kind of made up what happens in between, depending on the child.” Paired up one-onone with a surfer, many participants are standing on a surfboard before they know it. “We’ve had parents that say, ‘There’s no chance you’re going to get my child in the water,’ and then within 20 minutes we’ve got them on a surfboard,” Sam says. “Some kids we get standing up and surfing by themselves, or some we assist with the stand up and have surfing tandem with us. Whatever feels comfortable.” ⟶

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Since its inception, some 3000 people with autism have surfed with Ocean Heroes. Participants range from verbal and high functioning, to non-verbal and low functioning, requiring full-time care. Sam says the benefits of the Ocean Heroes events vary depending on the participant, but everyone has something to gain. Many have gone on to buy their own surfboards and some ex-participants have even become volunteers at the events. “What they get out of it is so individual,” Sam says. “Some might just enjoy half-an-hour in the water because it’s calming and soothing on their behaviour, or some might build self-confidence and self-belief, or selfability with their balance or their motor skills. It varies from participant to participant. We have a lot of feedback from parents about how it has helped their child the week following at school, or built their self-confidence knowing that they’re able to achieve something like this.”

While Luke and Sam will be bringing a band of volunteers with them from Perth, they are hoping locals get involved on the day, too. Sam says finding volunteers is one of the biggest challenges of running the free events but those who help often get as much out of it as the participants. “Once people get involved, they realise how beneficial it is for the kids and the families, and they get so much joy seeing that,” he says. “We love to get the local community involved so we want people that have a few hours spare on their Sunday morning and want to come down to either push kids onto waves, help register and get them into life jackets, or hand out certificates once their session is done.”

L ET ’S GO SURFIN G! All ages and abilities are welcome to the Ocean Heroes event at Twilight Cove on Sunday 7 March. Registrations close the day prior, however anyone who turns up on the day without registering prior won’t be turned back. For further information and to register, head to www.oceanheroes.com.au.

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Autumn Preview We bloody love the autumn, and this autumn is shaping up to be Esperance’s best one yet. Whether you like to go wild, chill out or spend time in the great outdoors, this season is for you. Here’s a little preview of what to expect.

Keep Entertained Your social calendar over the next three months promises to be as jam packed as summer. Autumn kicks off with a long weekend and, more importantly, one of the biggest events of the year, Esperance Cup. On Sunday 28 February, run a comb through your hair and get your backside trackside. Gates open at 11am and in addition to racing, events throughout the day include a bouncy castle and bungee run for the kids, and a flower wall for your #esperancecup2021 photos. Plus, local lads Lazy Boys will have you moving and shaking on the d-floor after the last horse crosses the finish line. There’s live music galore throughout autumn, with Lucky Bay Brewing continuing their usual Friday night and Sunday arvo sets every week. A highlight out at the brewery over autumn is going to be South Side of Summer, a mini-music festival on Saturday 20 March. The inaugural event will get underway at 3pm and, judging by the line-up, is going to end up being a night to remember. There’s also loads going on over at the Esperance Civic Centre, including indie rockers Great Gable playing on Friday 19 March and hip hop’s Complete on Friday 16 April. If Broadway is more your style, there’s heaps on at the Civic Centre for you too, with The Lounge Suite on Tuesday 20 April, The World of Musicals on Wednesday 12 May and Margaret Fulton: The Musical on Saturday 15 May. There’s heaps of live music instore for autumn. Credit: Lucy Vincent

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Chil l Out Summer was a busy one, so take advantage of the slower pace and make time to chill out. Slip into the weekend with a Mindful Tea and Sound Bath at Twilight Yoga Studio on Friday 12 March. If a tea ceremony, enhanced by a soothing meditation, gentle yoga and sound circle doesn’t relax you, we’re not sure anything will. The yogis at Twilight will also be heading to Woody Island for a two-night retreat on Saturday 1 May. Enjoy yoga and meditation, guided island walks, clean and nutritious food, and plenty of free time to swim and explore the only overseas destination you’ll be heading to any time soon. If you can’t commit to a weekend away, the studio also offers a variety of yoga classes at their Cannery Arts Centre location, including pregnancy yoga for all the mummas-to-be out there. Prefer to feel the burn? Body Pulse Pilates will be hosting a fournight retreat at Esperance Chalet Village from Wednesday 28 April until Sunday 2 May. With twice-daily Pilates, you’re bound to finish the retreat with a little more spring in your step than when you started. Don’t worry, there’s plenty of time for R&R too, with yoga, sound healing, coastal walks and beach time all part of the itinerary.

Woody Island. Credit: Lucy Vincent

Get Outdoors While our peak tourism season takes place over the summer months, locals know that autumn is a better time to experience Esperance. Temperatures are ripe for getting outdoors, ranging, on average, between the low to mid-20s. Plus, the infamous Esperance winds drop, making those autumn beach days some of the best you’ll get all year. There’s no time like autumn to dust off the camping gear and get out of town for a few days. Just on the edge of Cape Le Grand National Park is Dunns Ecopark, the perfect place to pitch a tent far from the manning crowd. A short drive from Dunns Rock Beach, the park’s surrounds are abundant with walking trails, fishing and swimming spots, and bird watching opportunities. The park itself has 20 unpowered campsites set amongst the bluegums, offering a truly peaceful and tranquil setting for those who love the great outdoors. Dunn’s Rock. Credit: Evie Nairn

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Trailblazing Women of WA BY KARLI FLORISSON

The month of March features not only International Women’s Day on March 8, but also the WA State election on March 13. In honour of this, we wanted to showcase some of the incredible achievements of Western Australian women in politics. In Australia, Western Australian women were given the vote in 1899, second to only South Australian women, who could vote in 1894. By contrast, women in the UK were not given the right to vote on the same terms as men until 1928. We’ve had more than our share of firsts when it comes to women in politics here in WA. Australia’s first female parliamentarian, senator, and premier were all Western Australian women. These three women were each remarkable in their own way. Their commitment and dedication is inspiring still today. Not only were they trailblazers, but they also achieved many great things for the people of this state and their legacy lives on in many areas. Here are the stories of these women.

Edith Cowan Edith Cowan was the first Australian woman to serve as a member of parliament. Edith was born in 1861 on a station near Geraldton. Her mother died when she was only seven years old and Edith was sent to boarding school in Perth. In 1876, when she was 15, Edith’s father murdered his second wife. After he was arrested, Edith visited him regularly in jail. He was convicted and hanged for the crime later that same year. After her father’s death, Edith went to live with her grandmother in Guildford and when she was 18 years old, she married magistrate James Cowan. Edith and James went on to have four daughters and a son. In the 1890s, Edith became interested in issues to do with the welfare of women, and served on several committees. One of her major projects was the King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women, built in 1916. She established the Children’s Protection Society, as part of a push to stop children being tried in court as adults. She was awarded an Order of the British Empire for her work supporting troops during World War One. She was also involved in many other projects, including being one of the founders of WA’s National Council of Women, and being one of the first female Justices of the Peace. In 1920, the law was changed to allow women to run for parliament in Western Australia and, in a surprise upset, Edith was elected in 1921. She only served one term but during that time, she did a lot to promote children’s welfare and women’s rights, such as her involvement in passing legislation that allowed women to be a part of the legal profession. She was also one of the first to promote sex education in schools. Edith was an active and energetic community member for the rest of her life. She died in 1932, at the age of 70. Edith left behind a huge legacy. Her picture is now on the Australian fifty dollar note, and the electorate of Cowan is named after her, as is Edith Cowan University.

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Dorothy Tangney

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Dame Dorothy Tangney was the first female Senator to be elected in Australia and one of the first two women to be elected to Federal parliament.

Doctor Carmen Lawrence was the first woman to be a Premier of an Australian state. She was born in 1948 in Northam, one of seven children in a farming family. After school, where she earnt exceptional marks and won several prizes, Carmen went on to study psychology at the University of Western Australia. She won many academic prizes and graduated with first class honours. She worked as a university lecturer while continuing on with research, and she gained her PhD in psychology. She married Heath Kelly and the couple had one son, but they later divorced.

Dorothy was born in Perth in 1907, the third of nine children in a working class Irish family. Her father was an engine driver and after he was injured at work, the family faced difficult financial circumstances. Dorothy worked her way through school and university, graduating as a teacher. Seeing people begging for food during the depression, and the difficult circumstances of her own family after her father lost his job, Dorothy became involved in several programs to help the unemployed. Wanting to make more of a difference, Dorothy joined the Labor Party and unsuccessfully stood for State election in 1936 and 1939. She was elected as a Federal Senator in 1943, the first woman to hold a Senate seat and one of the first two women elected to Federal parliament, along with Enid Lyons from Tasmania, who was elected to the House of Representatives. In Parliament, Dorothy was a strong campaigner for national health care, education, and equal opportunities for women. She was a good debater, and renowned for making long speeches. After her initial election in 1943, Dorothy was re-elected to the Senate four more times, serving nearly 25 years. She remains the longest serving female senator in our history to this day. Dorothy never married. She was appointed as a Dame of the British Empire in 1968. She died in 1985. The Federal seat of Tangney was named in her honour.

Carmen went on to work for the WA Health Department, but also joined the Labor Party. She was elected to the seat of Subiaco in 1986. She was appointed as the Minister for Education. Around this time, the WA Government, led by Premier Brian Burke and his successor Peter Dowding, was involved in a series of corrupt business dealings. Dowding was forced to resign over allegations of corruption and Carmen was elected as the WA Premier. She called a royal commission to investigate the corruption and Burke served prison time over the corruption. Carmen later went into Federal politics and was elected as the Member for Fremantle in 1994. She served as the Minister for Human Services and Health in the Keating Government, among other roles, until she retired from politics in 2007. She then returned to academia as a psychology professor at UWA, and was the Conservation Council of WA’s chairwoman.

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Stunned Mullets BY KYRON SMITHSON

Stunned Mullets is the brainchild of Josh Thomas, resident of Esperance, then Port Hedland, then back again. A good five years ago, Josh played his early gigs under the Kyza Presents banner, throwing down hectic rock-influenced acoustic sets. In 2020, Stunned Mullets took shape in Port Hedland recording their first single, Angry. Hitting Esperance for summer 2020/21 saw a lineup change, though no slowdown in ambition and raucous energy. The three-piece, featuring Kyle Bromley on drums and John Ratcliff on bass, played some exceptional live sets. Punk rock sits at the band’s heart, and seeing Josh’s songwriting come to life as the lad no doubt always envisioned has been eye-opening. In early sets, I used to think to myself that the guy needed a band behind him and what a rowdy bunch they are. Esperance has warmed to the Mulleez with almost anyone between the age of 18 - 30 having a ludicrous story to tell that involves a Stunned Mullets set. So where to now? With their final Esperance gig (for the moment) set for March 20 at South Side of Summer at Lucky Bay Brewing, it seemed high time to have a chat with the main man, Josh Thomas. Hey, J o s h! The Mul le e z h a v e b e c o m e q u i te t h e fo rce t o be re ckone d w i t h , p a r t i c u l a r l y i n t h e liv e arena . W hat do you e n j o y m o s t a b o u t p e rf o r ming live? For me, it’s all about the energy! When the audience is going ham, I really feel it, and I can’t help but throw myself around the stage. That energy gets thrown right back at the audience and just keeps bouncing back and forth which creates a sick atmosphere at our gigs. Sometimes it gets so intense I nearly stack it off the stage which must be entertaining for the audience.

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Ho w do e s p e rfo rming with a b a nd c o mp a re to so lo p e rfo r ma nc e ? Man, it’s the best. I always felt restricted doing the solo acoustic thing, both on stage and in my writing. A song like Angry just doesn’t work on acoustic guitar and I’ve really loved the creative freedom that has come with the band! I froth on the energy and Kyle, Ratty and I have wicked chemistry on stage.

Angry is a b e lte r o f a tu ne . C o u ld yo u g iv e us so me insig ht into the re c o rding p ro c e ss? In Port Hedland, our mate Brad Holder runs a little production company and has a studio set up at his warehouse. We’d rent the space to jam all the time and he ended up recording, mixing and mastering for us there with the help of his mate Michael from Perth, who ended up giving us the final product which we were stoked with! We smashed all our parts out in only a few takes each.

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G i g h i g h l i g h t t h u s fa r? Last month we played at our mate’s birthday party in a big shed on a sketchy makeshift stage. The shed was packed shoulder to shoulder and before we played Angry, I stood up on my amp and made everyone make a big gap right down the middle of the dance floor and told everyone to charge in on my count. Absolute wall of death. It was insane! I’ve always dreamt of people moshing to our music and the amount of energy it filled that shed with made me absolutely lose it! Obviously opening for The Southern River Band was insane too. We had a hell of a time with them! I f yo u c o u l d s u p p o r t a ny b a nd who w o u l d i t b e a n d why? I’d have to say Dune Rats. My love for Aussie pub/punk rock definitely stemmed from listening to Dunies and last year I saw them live and it was mental! I ended up hanging out with them the night after and they are absolute legends and are so supportive of up-and-coming bands so it would be a dream come true to share a stage with them.

So wha t c o me s ne xt fo r Stu nne d Mu l le ts? At the start of April we will be moving to the Dunsborough/ Busso area to be closer to Perth! Unfortunately Ratty won’t be able to make it as he has responsibilities down here but we are extremely keen to start jamming with our mate Lenny who absolutely shreds on the bass. There’s big opportunity over that way and we are frothing to get amongst it! Any p la ns to g e t b a c k in the re c o rding stu dio ? Nothing is set in stone right now but we are absolutely itching to get back in the studio. We really want to record our song Tabs with Ratty before we go to Perth. We definitely want to do an EP over the next few months.

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Wh o a re yo u l i s te ning to a t the moment? I reckon about 80 per cent of my library is made up of Western Australian bands at the moment. I’ve especially been getting around my mate’s bands. Pretty Uglys, Ratsalad, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets, Criminal Charge, Old Mervs, Spacey Jane and King Brown have all been on high rotation, as well as a lot of the local legends down here!

Stunned Mullets will be playing at South Side of Summer on Saturday 20 March. Joining them on the night will be Tracey Barnett, Ben Catley, Grand Casual, Mary Leske and Rachel Vibart. Tickets are only $15 and are available from www.kyzapresents.com.

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Discussions about a mini-festival at Lucky Bay Brewing have been thick and fast since Nige and Robyn opened the doors at their Bandy Creek location. Lush rolling lawns backing onto the ever-impressive veranda area lend themselves to some pretty exceptional festival ideas. Nige has been steadily working on the infrastructure, with an outdoor stage in the works further down the track. I look forward to running a gig to open that one. Anyway, something cool happened. The WA Government, in partnership with WAM and Act Belong Commit, launched the inaugural WA Music Week, making funding available to venues and promoters (i.e. Kyza Presents) to run events to tie in with an amazing program of gigs March 19 - 28. It felt like a great opportunity to organise the first little mini-fest at Lucky Bay Brewing. Ben Catley is playing at South Side of Summer on March 20.

THE BRIDGE I’ve had a persistent ringing in my ears for a couple of weeks now. Whoever thought perceived silence could be so deafening? My hearing is super sensitive, and I’ve been avoiding loud people. Tinnitus is an interesting cat, and without a doubt something that stresses any number of people who work within the music industry. White noise and high focus tasks become your ally as you attempt to allay this persistent buzzing. It does funny things to your psyche... Maybe I should stop standing so damn close to speakers. Anyway, if anyone has any noninvasive home remedies, I’d love to hear them. Ring ring ring! Look after your ears folks.

In my mind, I pictured how an event at the brewery would look: Local and regional acts, something that appeals to a wide demographic, family friendly, and affordable to the local community. WA Music Week funding has allowed me to bring this vision to life, with finances helping to cover production costs and keep ticket prices down. I’m absolutely wrapped to present South Side of Summer, set to fall at Lucky Bay Brewing on Saturday 20 March from 3pm. A sweet as line-up will be kicked off by Mary Leske and Rachel Vibart, before we then pick up the tempo with Grand Casual (acoustic), followed by two of WA’s finest solo blues and roots artists, Tracey Barnett and Ben Catley. And for all you young revellers who want a big finish, we have the Stunned Mullets bringing it home in their last Esperance show (for the time being). Tickets are just $15 + BF for adults ($20 at the gate) and $5 + BF for kids, available from www.kyzapresents.com. This one will be a ripper.

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There’s nothing like a bit of music for lunch! Between 11am - 1pm, bring your lunch to the Esperance Civic Centre for Morning Melodies, featuring live local music from 12pm - 12:45pm. Tea and coffee available. $5 entry. Kick off the weekend with Open Mic Night at the Cannery Arts Centre. Local band Gruff will play hosts for the evening, finishing the night with a rocking set. PA and drums provided, BYO instruments, drinks and nibbles. Doors open at 5:30pm and entry is just $5 (kids free). Perth indie-folk act Oceanique are stopping in at Lucky Bay Brewing as part of a regional tour to celebrate the release of their heartwarming debut EP ‘Flowers From Home’. The twin sister duo deliver breezy and beautiful storytelling lyrics, sibling intuitive harmonies and Celtic vibe. Catch them at the brewery, with support from Fremantle songstress Angie Colman, from 3pm - 5:30pm. Great Gable are back on the road for a run of shows across Australia. The band had a massive year last year, releasing their debut album Tracing Faces, reaching #4 in the ARIA Vinyl Charts, spending weeks in the Top 10 Most Played Songs on Triple J, and broadcasting their first Live At The Wireless. Join them as they play at the Esperance Civic Centre for the first time, with special guests Supathick. Tickets available via OzTix. 18+.

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It’s Friday, so celebrate the weekend with a beer or two at Lucky Bay Brewing. Acoustic trio Sam, Muz and Kenny will be there to get the party started, playing all your favourite pub rock and country classics. They’re touring throughout regional WA, so don’t miss them while they’re in town! From 5pm. It might be autumn but summer lives on at Lucky Bay Brewing. A host of live acts will be heading out to the brewery for South Side of Summer, including Ben Catley, Tracey Barnett and Grand Casual (acoustic). Grab your mates, grab a pint, grab a pizza and then settle in for one hell of a good time from 3pm. Taste Great Southern 2021 comes to Taylor St Quarters. Take a culinary road trip across the Great Southern with a five course degustation showcasing the best produce the region has to offer. With guest chef, Gurps Bagga, wines from around the region and live music, it will be a night not to be missed! For further info, head to www.tastegreatsouthern.com.au/events. Join Twilight Yoga Studio & Retreats for their second annual Twilight Yoga Festival at the Cannery Arts Centre. Enjoy an afternoon and evening of yoga, meditation, Pilates, flower mandalas, nourishing food and an Earth Hour sound session. Tickets are $95, available at www.trybooking.com/BNDUV.

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Naomi Stanitzki Born and raised in Esperance, Naomi Stanitzki has a deep admiration for the natural environment around us. When she’s not creating, Naomi is outside looking for inspiration, walking along the coast or through the mallee woodland, or spending time in her garden filled with Western Australian native species. Naomi is continually amazed by the beauty in the finer details of our local ecosystems, and her work across a number of mediums reflects this. D escribe your wor k f o r u s . I create work in a variety of mediums including ceramics, printmaking, drawing and painting. I aim to explore and express the beauty of our natural environment, and for my work to remind the viewer to appreciate and honour our natural world. Yo ur wor k draws he a v i l y o n t h e l o c a l e nviro n m e nt , par t icu l a r l y n a t i v e f l o ra . W h a t is i t a b o u t nat iv e f l ora t h a t i n s p i re s yo u s o m u ch? I was born and raised here in Esperance and feel a sense of comfort in the wilderness here. I love all plants, but the diversity and resilience of Australian native plants is of particular interest to me. There are many species endemic to the area that are so captivating to look at and at the same time fascinating in their ability to thrive in the toughest of conditions.

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A lo t o f yo u r wo r k is c re a te d fro m c la y. What is it a b o u t c la y tha t yo u e njo y? I worked a little bit with clay at university over 20 years ago, but it wasn’t until 10 years ago when I was teaching art at TAFE in the Pilbara that I started to regularly make ceramic work. I love the possibilities of clay. I really enjoy holding raw clay in my hands and shaping it into a form. To see this material change in the different stages of bisque firing, decorating, glazing and glaze firing is always interesting and exciting. Te l l u s a little a b o u t the Esp e ra nc e Po tte ry Club. The Esperance Pottery Club is a fabulous local resource available for any community member to join. We occupy a studio with equipment, kilns and materials at the Cannery Arts Centre where all are welcome, from beginners to advanced. Without the club it would have been very challenging for me to pursue my passion for pottery these last few years.

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The art of pottery cultivates creativity and mindfulness, which is something many of us are in need of to balance out the very busy and fast pace of modern life. Handmade pottery is special because it’s something someone has created with thought and care. A piece of pottery made by a person and not in a factory has a feeling and intention attached to it that you don’t get from a mass produced item.

I’m excited to continue some large drawings on canvas this year and I’d like to focus more on the relationship between plants and other living things. I’m currently working on a piece with blue-banded bees and the local Acacia cylclops.

In terms of cre at iv ity , 2 0 2 0 l o o k e d l i k e a g o o d yea r f or you. A ny hi g h l i g h t s ? I love the Wildflower Festival and thanks to Esperance Community Arts, I have been able to work as an artist to co-create (with Mylene van Heijster and volunteer community members) installations at the last two festivals. The Elements Exhibition at the end of last year was another highlight and I was so delighted with the positive response to my work. I feel very grateful to have been in a show with such a diverse and highly skilled group of artists.

W he n yo u ’re no t c re a ting a rt, wha t c a n we find yo u do ing ? I love spending time with my four-year-old son and my partner. Our son is always so excited to explore new places and his enthusiasm makes it fun to take him on a bush walk or to the beach. L a stly, p le a se te l l u s whe re we c a n v iew your wo rk ! You can see my work on Instagram @artbynomes or on my Facebook page, Art by nomes. I’ll be exhibiting work in the Esperance Pottery Club’s next exhibition at the Cannery Arts Centre in April.

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MINDFUL MERVE Women in Leadership This month celebrates International Women’s Day with the theme, ‘Women in Leadership.’ This is something we hear much more of these days, under the banner of gender equity. What does this term mean to women who see themselves as wage earners, mothers, wives and carers, who lump themselves under the banner of ‘ordinary people’? We think of leaders as those in important roles, from the boss at work to politicians. But aren’t all women who contribute in some way leaders? In our small town, women demonstrate leadership in a variety of ways, whether it be as a committee member of a community group, taking an interest in and standing up for something that will affect our town, volunteering to help others, or providing guidance and advice to younger generations. By doing these things, by informing themselves and communicating with others, they are showing a kind of silent leadership which more often than not goes unrecognised. For those women who are leaders in business or politics, it often seems that skills like intuition and empathy, innate in many women, get buried in the pursuit of staying in the game, which is still dominated by men. Take for example the distressing sexual assault

allegation by the female Canberra staffer who worked in the office of a female politician. It is sad that this member of parliament felt she needed to cover up what had happened because of a culture of politics that has been developed by men. The idea of the sisterhood is redundant unless the brotherhood comes along as a partner and not the enemy. In this year of Women in Leadership, there is much to reflect upon. It is with hope that all women are able to acknowledge themselves as leaders no matter how big or small the role. MERVE

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CHAPPY’S POINT If you’d like to have your five cents, write to hello@esperancetide.com. I was sitting at my desk at work last week eavesdropping on a conversation my boss was having with a colleague on the phone. Three weeks out from an event, they were intricately running through a mental checklist of what audio-visual equipment the venue had available. In 1969, Neil Armstrong took one giant leap for mankind, but that leap unfortunately didn’t quite reach conference and event venues, where the technology available is often stuck in the dark ages. How often do you experience the same old saga of turning up to an event and something with the PA system isn’t quite up to scratch? You’re often met with the *tap tap tap* of a microphone followed by a high pitched screech, or the misalignment of a video subject’s mouth to the words that are meant to be coming out of it. The predicament I heard my boss stewing over got me thinking... Why? Why is it in the age of Silicon Valley, driverless tractors, joy rides to space and Maxwell Smart-style Apple Watches that entertainment venues

around the country, even the globe, can’t seem to offer a standardised Bluetooth mirroring service for all AV presentations? If the stress of organising a funeral isn’t enough, just add on the worry that even if you bring your laptop, a USB, a backup USB, and your slideshow burned onto a CD you found in a drawer you haven’t opened since the turn of the century, your PowerPoint presentation and accompanying soundtrack is always going to be met with a last minute hurdle. COVID-19 has shown us that it’s possible for thousands of people to come together on Zoom to sing ‘We are Australian’ in real time, but a simple slideshow, song and live commentary to a room of 20 people is apparently harder than a mission to Mars… I wonder whether NASA encounters these issues at their company events? From smudged projector lenses and microphone stands that won’t cooperate, to AV systems that require a combination of tape, CD and USB to project the same presentation, I’m fed up! So, *tap tap tap* listen up entertainment venues… Wait, sorry, can you guys hear me? The mic doesn’t seem to be working. ANON

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Museum Village

Located at 54 Dempster Street, Museum Village is a unique shopping destination loved by locals and visitors alike.

Museum Village Cafe

The Book Box

The perfect place to refuel after perusing the stores, Museum Village Café serves up breakfast and lunch with a whole lotta love. Once the Schoolmaster’s Residence, Museum Village Café is a must for great food and even better coffee.

Located in the Old Courthouse, The Book Box is a little store with a big personality. Stocking a wide array of genres, The Book Box has a title to suit every age and taste.

OPENING HOURS MON - SAT FROM 7AM MARKET DAYS

OPENING HOURS MONDAY 10AM - 2PM TUES - THURS 10AM - 4PM FRIDAY 10AM - 3PM SAT 10AM - 12.30PM & MARKET DAYS

Naturally Esperance

Creators & Makers

Sitting in what was once the Methodist Church, Naturally Esperance stocks an extensive range of eco, chemical-free, health and wellbeing products.

Within the four walls of the old Salmon Gums School is an art collective of local and Australian made art and craft, souvenirs and giftware. Esperance artists Picturesque.by.elodie, Ke’arty, Elaine Fewings and Louise Stewart-Brown.

OPENING HOURS MON - FRI 10AM - 4PM SAT 9AM - 1PM & SUNDAY MARKETS

OPENING HOURS MON - SAT 10AM - 3PM SATURDAY 10AM - 1PM & MARKET DAYS

Wild Posse

E.S.P.

Wild Posse is a store for mother and child. Once the Police Sergeant’s Headquarters, Wild Posse stocks children’s wear, accessories and recycled clothing, as well as a range for pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women.

With something for everyone, it’s difficult to walk out of E.S.P. empty-handed. Inside the former Sinclair House is a vibrant mix of shoes including Birkenstocks, souvenirs, greeting cards, and more!

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Tide & Co

Pink Lily Beauty

What used to be the Hospital Matron’s House is now Tide & Co, stocking bespoke local mementos, beach accessories and recycled clothing. It’s also the headquarters of Esperance’s favourite lifestyle publication, Esperance Tide.

Pink Lily Beauty is located in what used to be the Chemist Shop. Book an appointment for a beauty treatment or drop in to browse Pink Lily’s selection of Australian owned and made skincare brands, like Esmi and Skin Juice.

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Brodeine & Deine

Museum Village is home to a curated blend of small businesses, each housed within a heritage building.

Locally designed and loved, Brodeine & Deine’s clothing and swimwear combines easy, light weight fabric, an earth-toned colour pallet and flowing designs which feature a uniquely distinguishable bohemian edge. OPENING HOURS SEE INSTAGRAM FOR OPENING HOURS

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Sunday, February 28 8.30am - 12.30pm Sunday, March 14 8.30am - 12.30pm Sunday, March 28 8.30am - 12.30pm

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BOOK SMART UnCook Youself: A Ratbag’s Rules for Life by Nat’s What I Reckon Illustrated by Sydney artists Bunkwaa, Glenno, and Onnie O’Leary You may have seen his YouTube videos, but have you got his book? This genre-defying book is a refreshing addition to your library shelf. It’s self-help meets cooking, meets comics, meets memoir by a guy who has been through a lot and come out the other side wiser, sounder, and confident enough to carve his own path. Unapologetically Australian, this was a fun read, and it was nice to learn a little more about the ratbag that is Nat, not to mention that the recipes, which are scattered throughout the book, are good. His honesty about his mental health issues and his ability to bring humour and compassion to his life makes us feel that it’s okay to mess up and that it’s good to be ourselves. I found it particularly pleasant to read a ‘self-help book’ that is genuine and real and not full of fluff and bubbles. It’s a ‘no bullshit allowed’ book, written by a guy who calls it as he sees it. With Nat’s nine no-nonsense rules, you’ll be on the road to being less of a d*ckhead (with an ample sprinkle of parsley on top). And if you screw up – it doesn’t bloody Parramatta. Get to it Champion! Available at The Bookbox Esperance TA M M Y M A L O N E Y, T H E B O O K B O X

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BUSH BANTER Wonderful Wetlands We’ve all seen the sign as we drive into Esperance: ‘Esperance Wetlands of International Significance.’ This is normally met with a sigh of relief that town is just around the corner, but what does it actually mean and why does it signify something incredibly special? Taking a step back, wetlands are always important; they provide filters for waterways, improve air quality and act as a food court for numerous fauna. World Wetlands Day on February 2 marked the 50th anniversary since Australia signed the Ramsar Treaty at the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance. The Ramsar convention is binding international law protecting wetlands of international significance, often for providing a global linkage for migratory species or being the dominant habitat for endangered species. Fast forward to 2021 and there are 65 sites listed in Australia, two of which are in Esperance. Here’s where that little sign comes into play. The Lake Gore and Lake Warden systems are Ramsar listed. As an individual it’s incredibly important to engage and understand how we impact Ramsar (and any other) wetlands. Consider run off (fertiliser, chemicals, animals, dust from cleared land), light pollution and noise disturbance. To measure the ecosystem health, Bird Life Australia led an annual Shorebird Monitoring Program, coordinated in Esperance by South Coast NRM and the Esperance Bird Observers Group (EBOG), kicking off on February 20. While wetlands are important for more than Shorebirds, they are a keystone species that often reflects the health of wetlands.

Feeling inspired? Find EBOG on Facebook and join an excursion, go for a walk at Woody Lakes and see if you can identify a migratory bird holidaying in Esperance or contribute to citizen science by downloading the app BirdData and start documenting what birds you see.

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K AT I E W H I T E , C A L A D E N I A C O .

HIDDEN HEROES Sally Proudfoot Our Hidden Hero for the month is someone who usually stays behind the scenes, spreading kindness throughout the community without fanfare. Sally Proudfoot is a long time volunteer, an artist, a grandmother, and a wonderful part of the Esperance community. Sally has volunteered for Esperance Home Care’s Meals on Wheels program for many years, doing extra shifts when they are short of volunteers. She also does home visits to elderly people, reading to them, taking them shopping, or just having a bit of a chat. Sally is also a part of the local arts community and has had her art displayed in several exhibitions, winning prizes for some of her work. Most recently, Sally entered her work into the Cannery Arts Centre’s Art of Isolation exhibition. She has taken many opportunities to study art, and has achieved a Diploma in Printmaking, and an associate degree through Curtin University, majoring in textiles. Originally from Berkshire in the UK, Sally came to Australia on a working holiday and ended up staying. She has been in Esperance since the 1960s, and has seen many changes in our town during that time. Sally also raised her children in town, and was a nurse here for many years.

At 81 years old, Sally is still spreading kindness throughout the community. She is proof that you can be a volunteer and an active community member at any age. She is also a dedicated grandmother, and is very proud that some of her grandchildren are following in her artistic footsteps. Esperance is grateful to have such a dedicated and kind-hearted community member.

Do you know a H id d e n H e ro ? The Esperance community is filled with people who do amazing things. It's time to honour our Hidden Heroes, those people serving behind the scenes, selfless and generous with their time and talents. To nominate someone you know, please email Jennifer.Obourne@esperance.wa.gov.au

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Council Connections 01/02

2021 Community Grants Program Open The Shire of Esperance’s annual Community Grants Program is now open to local notfor-profit groups and associations to receive financial support for projects, facilities, equipment, programs, events and activities. The Community Grants Program is designed to develop and actively support local organisations and individuals who positively contribute to the wellbeing and cultural life of the region. This year there are four different grant categories: Support - Grants worth up to $1,000. Open all year round, closing at the end of each month with recipients decided on the 15th of the following month; Assistance Grants worth between $1,000 - $5,000. Applications close 15 March 2021; Development - Grants worth $5,000 and over. Applications close 15 March 2021; Events - Grants worth $1,000 and over. Applications close 15 March 2021. More information on the program can be found at www.esperance.wa.gov.au/community-grants-program.

Civic Centre to Receive Facelift The Shire of Esperance has commissioned Western Australian artists Chris Nixon and Andrew Frazer to design and deliver a new public artwork to be located on the façade and entrance of the Esperance Civic Centre. This project is a continuation of the Civic Centre Renovation Program, which has already seen major interior upgrades including the repainting of the roof and rendering of the exterior brick walls. The artists’ conceptual plan includes a mural on the building’s façade and an entrance lighting feature. The brief called for potential artists to develop an artwork that was welcoming both day and night, and that would become a landmark for the town and a source of pride for the community. Applicants were asked to consider the diversity of the Civic Centre’s functions and develop a design that was conscious of the centre’s many uses. The project is set for completion by mid-2021.

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Esperance Indoor Stadium to Receive Makeover The Shire of Esperance is inviting the Esperance community to attend artist-led workshops to help contribute to a new mural for the Esperance Indoor Stadium. The workshops, facilitated by the Shire, the Cannery Arts Centre and Esperance Community Arts, will see artist George Domahidy collaborate with the community to develop the artwork. The new large-scale mural will cover the exterior walls of the stadium and will aim to express energy, vibrancy, playfulness and a sense of fun. The project is supported through the State Government’s Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, the Royalties for Regions Program (as part of the Regional Arts and Cultural Investment Program), Regional Arts WA and Lotterywest Creative Communities COVID-19 Recovery Program. Workshops are currently being held with Mr Domahidy and community members to develop the artwork.

Shire Receives Beach Enclosure Funding The Shire of Esperance has received $400,000 in funding from the State Government for a beach enclosure at the James Street groyne. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development has committed the funds for the purchase and installation of an enclosure with ongoing operational costs to be funded by the Shire. Last month the Shire announced $322,556 allocated towards a lap pontoon, aimed at encouraging ocean swimming inside the larger enclosure at James Street. The enclosure is expected to be complete before the start of next summer.

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Beginner’s Guide to Preserving Food BY KARLI FLORISSON

Welcome to autumn! The season of glorious weather, occasionally throwing a jumper on, and squeezing in a few more good beach days before the weather starts to cool down. If you have a veggie garden or a couple of fruit trees, it’s also the season where all your plants seem to go into overdrive and you end up with more produce than you can eat. Even for nongardeners, you’re likely to end up with extra produce from your neighbour’s garden, or that you couldn’t resist when it was on special at the Esperance Grower’s Market. So, what to do with this abundance of fabulous fresh produce? Well, you need to channel your inner grandma and start to think about ways to preserve it for winter time. If the mere thought of preserving things gives you a cold shudder, don’t fear! It doesn’t have to be complicated or time consuming. Here are some easy, fast ways to preserve food for the winter so that you have plenty of produce year round.

Freezing Do you have a bunch of tomatoes that you need to use up? Traditional methods of preserving would suggest that you blanch them and remove the skins, cook them into a puree, or can them in some complicated way. Forget all of that! The easiest way to preserve tomatoes is to blend or finely chop them, and then freeze in airtight containers or ziplock bags. Whenever you need them, you can defrost and add to sauces, stews, or pasta. You can also freeze corn, peas, beans, onions, carrots, herbs, and winter veg like cauliflower and broccoli. For best results, chop them up and freeze in an airtight container, then they’ll be all ready to go when you need them.

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Pickling

Dehydrating

Pickling is a super easy way of preserving veggies that also adds delicious flavour. Pickling is an art form that can take years to perfect but if you’re just starting out, the easiest thing to do is a ‘quick pickle’ or ‘refrigerator pickle’. It’s as easy as chopping your veg and putting them into a glass jar. You can pickle many different types of veggies, including cucumbers, carrots, radishes, beans, and fruit like pears or peaches. Make a brine by mixing equal parts vinegar and water, then add salt and whatever flavourings you would like. You can try herbs like thyme, dill or rosemary, spices like coriander or peppercorns, chilli or garlic, or some sugar for a sweeter taste. Bring your brine to a boil, so that the salt dissolves and the flavours infuse, then pour it over the veggies in the jars (but be sure to let it cool slightly first so the hot brine doesn’t crack the glass jars). Pop them in the fridge for a few days and voila! They’re ready to eat.

What do you do with the huge bucket of fruit that you’ve picked? A great way to preserve fruit is to dry or dehydrate it. For this one you’re going to need a dehydrator, but they’re relatively inexpensive and will save you money on store-bought dried fruit in the long run. Slice your fruit or veg thinly and follow the instructions on your dehydrator. You can also puree your fruit and make your own fruit leather. Using a dehydrator is a good way to make your own ‘sundried’ tomatoes. Trust us, actual sun drying is too tricky and the neighbourhood birds will probably just eat your fruit and veg, anyway. Store your dried goodies in an airtight container and enjoy! Top tip – dehydrate berries. Dried strawberries, blueberries or raspberries are an amazing addition to your morning cereal.

Make chutney, relish, or jam Many fruits and veggies can be made into a delicious chutney, relish or jam that’s perfect for pairing with breads, cheeses, curries, and sooo much more. As a general rule, you’ll need to add sugar, vinegar and whatever flavours you enjoy, so do a little research about which veggies pair well with which flavours. You’ll definitely need to sterilise your jars for this one. A popular method is to boil them in a pot of water before using, but you can also sterilise jars in the oven, dishwasher, microwave, even the Thermomix! Most chutneys and relishes need to be stored for a while for the flavours to develop, so make them now and they’ll be perfect in time for winter.

Endless preserving possibilities... This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to preserving food. If you’ve just started on your preserving journey, then give these options a try. Later on, you can try fermenting veggies, making your own jerky or biltong, canning fruit and veg, or various other methods of preserving your excess produce for winter. Preserving is no longer just for grandmas and doomsday preppers! It’s a wonderful way to store your excess seasonal produce, add flavour, and have plenty of delicious produce for the colder months. Why not give it a shot?

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P I SCE S

FEB 18 - MAR 19

Do you sometimes wonder whether the cost of living is rising or you’re simply spending beyond your means? It’s likely a combination of both, though you should be careful about splashing your cash on things you don’t really need. If your credit card bill ran a little high last month (hello, Kmart), perhaps it’s time to freeze it for a week or two. Quite literally, if need be. Draw up a budget and reassess your spending this month, and you might save a few bob.

AR I ES

MA R 2 0 - A P R I L 1 9

A friend or family member could really use your help right now, but you’re unsure of how to lend a hand. The easiest way to find out? Ask, silly! Didn’t your mother ever teach you that there’s no harm in asking? Once you know what they need, find an opening in your busy schedule to make it happen. If you can’t cater to their specific needs, show you care with a thoughtful surprise, like a homecooked meal delivered to their door.

TA UR U S

A PR 2 0 - M AY 2 0

Last month was a slog and left you lacking your usual zest for life. Thankfully, a holiday is on the cards. Before you run to Helloworld, however, you should get all your ducks in a row. There’s heaps of life admin to get through before you switch your phone to flight mode. Avoid spontaneous decisions over the next few weeks, as this will only hinder yours chances of a getaway. Plan your time and finances carefully, and soon enough, you’ll be ready for boarding. Bon voyage!

G EMI N I

MAY 21 - JUN 20

You may feel as if you’re treading water and going nowhere at the moment. Don’t let life become something completely distasteful. Unfortunately, this is how work and life feel sometimes. Somewhere within the tedium and frustration of your day-to-day life, is the perfect environment for that golden jewel of self-discovery. If you’re really tearing your hair out, get out of your comfort zone this month. Go for a solo hike, sign up for an arts workshop or try a new sport.

C AN C E R

JUN 21 - JUL 22

SCORPI O

O C T 23 - NOV 21

You need several different hats on hand as your workload, social responsibilities and family demands increase. This will take quite a bit of creative management and clever negotiation with people in all different directions reaching out to you to fulfil their varying needs. Prioritising your schedule is essential this month. Don’t be ashamed to lean on friends if you need a hand to get through the workload. You’ve given a lot to them over the years and now they can repay the favour.

If you’re feeling a little dissatisfied with yourself right now, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. In fact, it can inspire positive change. You might want to improve your health, quit procrastinating or make more of an effort with your friends. Whatever it is, now is an important time to renew your resolutions and improve your general lifestyle habits. You don’t need to overhaul your life to increase your satisfaction. Small changes can make all the difference.

LEO

SAGITTARIUS

JUL 23 - AUG 22

Study the market before investing in anything this month. You must be extremely careful, as you have a tendency to dive head first into things with a lack of information and great impulsiveness. Check the credentials of anyone offering you pie in the sky. This is a big step for you to take, so weigh up all the pros and cons before making any sort of financial commitment. Taking a punt is fine, as long as you examine what’s on offer thoroughly first.

VIRGO

AUG 23 - SEP 22

You are on fire at the moment and with little effort, you should be able to keep up the momentum this month. Harness this energy for competitive activities, like challenging your mate to a game of Scrabble, joining a footy team or putting your hat in the ring for a promotion. With all this get-up-and-go, you’ve got a good chance at success. You won’t be an Energizer bunny forever, so smash a few goals while you can.

L IB RA

SEP 23 - O C T 22

The time is ripe for you to reconnect with nature. Distracted by technology and social media, you haven’t taken much time to appreciate your surroundings recently. Dedicate an hour or two in your busy schedule to admiring the peachy hues of Lake Warden, birdwatching at Woody Lake, or getting the sand between your toes at a beach you haven’t been to in years. Take a few deep breaths while you’re there, and even take a friend if you like. Just don’t take your phone.

NOV 22 - DEC 21

Does your life need a little shake up? This month is the perfect time to do just that. Treat yourself to a new outfit, book yourself in for a new ‘do and head out on the town. Order a drink or a dish you normally wouldn’t and (if you’re single!) catch the eye of someone who isn’t normally your type. Let go of any concerns about what others might think. Sometimes we need to act out of character to find who we truly are.

CA PRICORN

DEC 22 - J A N 2 0

You have practical solutions for the future but don’t be too narrow when putting your plans into action. Life isn’t black and white – there are plenty of grey areas and you need to make allowances for roadblocks along the way. You want an adjustable pathway in case circumstances change and, as you know from your own experience, that’s quite likely to happen. Foresight puts you ahead of the game, but you must also plan for the worst-case scenario. Having all bases covered minimises losses.

A QU A RIU S

JAN 20 - FEB 17

You have a lot of responsibility on your shoulders right now. Don’t let your health suffer because of this. Modify your timetable, so you can take care of yourself both physically and mentally. Allocate an hour in your day for the gym, a jigsaw or time in the garden. Have a massage, or pop on a podcast and walk from West Beach to Twilight. If you don’t take time to stop and smell the roses, you will soon burnout and then where will you be?

T ID E KI T CH EN

Kimchi & Cheese Toastie Kimchi is a fermented, salty, spicy Korean condiment made with cabbage and various other seasonings. It can be used in many ways, including this cheese-loaded toastie. Makes 2

Ingredients

Method

4 slices of your choice of bread Butter ½ cup Edam cheese, grated ½ cup cheddar cheese, grated ¼ cup coriander, chopped 2 spring onions, chopped ¼ cup kimchi (see recipe below) 1 tbsp Sriracha (optional) 1 tbsp Kewpie mayo

1. Butter the outside of each piece of bread. 2. In a small bowl, add the cheese, coriander and spring onions. Give it a good toss. In a separate bowl mix together the Sriracha and Kewpie. 3. Divide the cheese mixture over two slices of bread and top with a decent amount of kimchi. Spread your preferred amount of Sriracha mayo across the last piece of bread and top to make a sandwich. 4. Using a toastie maker, cook the toastie so that the outside is golden and the cheese has melted. You can also do this in a frying pan or the oven. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

How to make your own Kimchi... Ingredients

Method

1 Chinese cabbage (though any other type of cabbage will work, too) 1 small red apple, chopped 1 tbsp chopped ginger 4 garlic cloves, peeled 3 tbsp Korean red chilli flakes (Gochugaru) OR 1 tbsp each of cayenne pepper and paprika 2 tbsp fish sauce (optional) 1 tbsp white sugar 3-4 spring onions, sliced into 2cm pieces

1. Quarter the cabbage lengthways and cut each quarter into 3cm pieces. Place into a large bowl. Combine with salt and toss to combine. Set aside for two hours, tossing every 30 minutes to make sure the salt is spread evenly. 2. To make your seasoning, place apple, onion, ginger, garlic, chilli flakes, fish sauce and sugar into a food processor. Process until smooth. 3. Drain the cabbage and rinse thoroughly to ensure the salt is rinsed off. Return to a clean bowl. Add the spring onions. 4. Add the seasoning, and use tongs to massage the mixture through the cabbage. 5. Transfer to sterilised jars, seal and store at room temperature for three days to allow the cabbage to ferment and the flavours to develop. Store in the fridge for up to six months.

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A CR O S S 4. Unique leather, locally handcrafted 5. Local band, Car Park _ 7. Black and gold footy club 12

9. The Beatle who visited Esperance in 1984 (6, 8) 12. Feature film shot in Esperance in 2018 (4, 5) 13. Previously known as Lake Spencer (4, 4))

DOWN 1. Biggest island in the Recherche Archipelago 13

2. Esperance’s Twin Town (2, 6, 2, 2) 3. Signature drink at Lucky Bean Cafe 5. Replica landmark on Merivale Road 6. Fleur McDonald’s latest book, The Shearer’s _ 8. Retired food van, famous for its Mars Boats (6, 4) 10. Member for O’Connor (4, 6) 11. Popular beach with a big rock

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Esperance Junior Netbal l

Esperance Cycling Club

Esperance Junior Netball committee are now taking registrations for the 2021 netball season! To register your 11 – 17 year old player, go to www.my.netball.com.au, type in ‘6450’ next to Find a Club, click the green Register button next to Esperance Netball Association, and select 2021 Junior Membership from the dropdown box. Should you require assistance with registration online, please contact Kerri Magagnotti at ejna.registrar.esperance@ gmail.com. To guarantee a place on a team, please register by March 5. Registrations after this date will be placed on a waiting list. We hope to see you courtside on Saturday 1 May!

Over the weekend of April 24 - 25, the Esperance Cycling Club will be hosting our annual Southern Ports Tour De Esperance cycling event. The Saturday will see us kick off at about 2pm at the Esperance Kart Club. This event will be a graded criterium style race which in the past has been an exciting afternoon with great support from spectators cheering on from the sidelines.

Esperance Bay Turf Club February 13 Race 1 - 1. Dawn Enigma 2. Develara Park 3. Wheatstack Thief Race 2 - 1. Competitor 2. Liquidity 3. Jolly Lace Race 3 - 1. Deel Red 2. Stairway Moon 3. Musical Art Race 4 - 1. Art Admirer 2. Prince Hal 3. Husstarr Race 5 - 1. Helms Gate 2. Cloak & Dagger 3. Balladeer Race 6 - 1. Whim Creek 2. Tourniquet 3. Temple Man Race 7 - 1. Sound of Fury 2. Pirate’Mistress 3. Royal Soldier Race 8 - 1. Neurological 2. Yamatai 3. Blister in Sun

Whether you love a personal challenge or cycling for fitness, we will have a ride for you. Please see our website and social media for updated information coming soon.

Esperance Land Based Fishing Club

Remember the big event coming up on the long weekend, the Esperance Cup on Sunday 28 February. Long range tip Gangbuster. See you there and enjoy yourself.

Featuring beautiful blooms, gifts and interior decor, this boutique store offers a wide range of flowers and beautiful home and giftware to entice you!

The Sunday event includes our main handicap race as well as our participation ride suited to all levels. Our handicap graded race consists of five laps and sets off in groups to allow for teamwork and encouragement. The participation ride will be a challenge of one and three laps (an 11 kilometre route), and we encourage anyone to give it a go! A road bike is preferred however if you have a mountain bike or similar, we would still love for you to join.

Esperance Land Based Fishing Club has numerous events throughout the year, commencing on the March long weekend and running until September. Membership fees are $25 for a single/couple and $45 for a family, payable online via TryBooking (search for ‘Esp Land Based Fishing’ in events) or with cash at venue registrations. To keep up to date with everything going on at the club, like our Facebook page. For further information, contact our club president, Rory Smith, on 0417 402 617.

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SH ORT & SWEET: LAS T M ONTH’S

News in Brief

The 30th anniversary of the Sanko Harvest disaster off the coast of Esperance was remembered on February 14. Some 700 tonnes of bunker oil and 30,000 tonnes of fertiliser leaked from the bulk carrier after it ran aground roughly 15 kilometres offshore. Heavy swells caused the ship to break up into three pieces, while the contamination covered seal colonies and local beaches, including Lucky Bay. The disaster made global headlines.

Farmers Across Borders set off from Esperance once again, with another 15 trucks loaded with hay bound for drought-affected farmers. The donated feed – most of which came from the Esperance region – was delivered to a number of locations, including Leonora, Wiluna, Mt Magnet and Meekatharra. Last year, the Esperance-based charity delivered more than 2000 bales of hay across the state.

Esperance was announced as a strong performer in Western Australia’s regional residential market in 2020. Median house values in Esperance rose to $343,000 over the year, an increase of 9.8 per cent compared to December 2019. The last quarter alone saw values increase 3.9 per cent. Overall, WA’s regional residential market lagged behind other states, experiencing a drop of 3.7 per cent for the year, while the national regional market rose by 6.9 per cent.

The overflow campground closed after 45 straight days of operation. More than 7000 visitors took advantage of the pop-up campground coordinated by the Shire of Esperance, located at the Greater Sports Ground. The campground allowed a space for caravaners and campers who mightn’t have been able to stay in Esperance otherwise, boosting what was already being declared a bumper tourism season.

How to vote for Brad Willis and the McGowan Labor Team

On the white ballot

Step 1 paper you must number every box as shown

Election of one member of the Legislative Assembly

ROE DISTRICT

You can vote early at the Esperance Court House 100B Dempster Street starting Wednesday 24th February. Voting is available weekdays 9 - 1pm & 2pm - 4pm. Voting locations closed 1 March On election day voting will be open 8am – 6pm at:

Castletown Primary School Condingup Primary School Esperance Senior Citizens Centre Gibson Football Club Munglinup Primary School Nulsen Primary School

JAMMU, Gary

DWYER, David

WILLIS, Bradley

STARR, Nikki

BUSHBY, Graham

STEELE, Bevan

RUNDLE, Peter

THAKRAR, Nita

KELLY, Cathie

WA Labor

On the green ballot

Step 2 paper put a 1 in

the box above WA Labor

KEEP WA

1 WA Labor

No need to fill in below the thick black line.

IF YOU CAN'T GET TO A POLLING PLACE ON ELECTION DAY REGISTER ONLINE BY 10 MARCH FOR A POSTAL VOTE AT wapostalvote.com.au Authorised by Tim Picton, 3/22 Eastbrook Terrace, East Perth WA 6004. 38 / ESPERANCE TIDE / MARCH 2021

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DEATH NOTICES ASHBY, SAMUEL EDWARD 12.12.1974 – 9.2.2021 In loving memory of Sam, son of Jack and the late Dee Ashby, brother to Emma and Ben, and a good friend to many. May you be free and rest in peace.

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Tuesday Nights from 7pm. at Esperance Senior Citizens Centre. $2pp new members welcome. More info Martin 0403 567 079. OLD TIME / NEW VOGUE BALLROOM DANCING Come along and learn the Barn Dance, Gypsy Tap, Evening Three Step, Pride of Erin and more. Every Friday at the RAOB Hall on Williams Street (behind Bijou Theatre). Dancing starts at 7.30pm. Contact Daryl 0419 370 089.

PUBLIC NOTICES OCTOBER ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING & AGENDA BRIEFING SESSION DATES 2021 Council have endorsed to amend the October Ordinary Council Meeting and Agenda Brieﬁng Session Dates for 2021. This is due to the Local Governments being held on 16 October 2021. The amended October dates are as follows: Agenda Brieﬁng Session Ordinary Council Meeting Shane Burge, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Peter Rundle MLA Member for Roe

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Mia Davies MLA Leader of The Nationals WA