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HELLO Ahh August, we meet again. If you’re an avid reader of this section, you’re probably thinking to yourself “Gosh, all these girls talk about is how fast the year goes” but it does!

However, being smack bang in the middle of the dry season, time really does feel like it's rocketing by. Between visiting friends and family, dodging the tourist rush in the supermarket and making the most of our weekends as we promised in last month’s edition, it really does feel like we’re grasping for extra minutes in the day.

We must say though, taking the time to collect stories for our August edition has been an utter delight.

You may have noticed our cover photo, featuring some of the fabulous queens from KNQ - Kununurra Pride. One of our sleepy (and slightly hungover if we’re completely honest) Sundays was flipped into a kaleidoscope of colour and sequins for an impromptu photoshoot at Celebrity Tree Park. We not only entertained an entire boat load of Kununurra Cruises guests heading off on their dinner cruise but also managed to finish the photoshoot with no queens being thrown overboard. Shantay you stay!

The photoshoot came from an idea we had after a thoroughly refreshing chat with Adam from KNQ about how the Pride movement began in town. Wanting to create a fun spin on the stereotypical 'blokes fishing trip', we think the KNQ team nailed the brief!

More importantly though, we gained a better understanding of the KNQ community; how having fun is the catalyst for deeper conversations at hand, how shared experiences have brought a collection of humans together and how our little Kimberley town has become a melting pot for the queer community.

Here at KNX Sun Headquarters, we cannot wait for the events of Pride weekend. While we know the Wet Season Dreams Pride Night is going to be an absolute cracker, we are also keen for Drag Story Time, because let's be honest, who doesn't love the soothing voices of a queen reading to you (especially if it's after a big night at Pride Bingo!) We hope to see you all there!

We also caught up with our new pals at Boab Metals to hear all about their exciting projects they are working on in town. In addition to being a major sponsor of the Taste of The Kimberley and Ord Valley Muster, they’re also supporting at a grassroots level with their Teach, Learn, Grow program and opening up a wide range of local jobs when the Sorby Hills Project is underway.

We chatted with Jeanne Barnes about her dazzling artwork, her jewellery designs, how she ended up in Kununurra and why she never wants to leave! The Lake Kununurra Barramundi Stocking Group gave us an insight into how they are transforming Lake Kununurra into ‘barradise’.

Brad from Northwest Finance taught us a thing or two about mortgage-brokering but wouldn’t go as far as sharing his infamous chilli pickled onions recipe and we were taken on a sweetly hilarious adventure of finding Kununurra’s most delicious mango smoothie.

We won’t divulge any further though, you’ll just have a spare a few minutes (or half an hour, we won’t tell!) and read for yourself!

And just remember, if you can’t love yourself, how in hell you gon’ love somebody else!

Ciao!

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KNQ - Queens, Scenes & Wet Season Dreams

A Conversation with Boab Metals Limited

Get a Lending Hand with Brad Callanan

MangOdyssey - Finding Smoothie Heaven

Kimberley Creative Jeanne Barnes

Between the Lines What KNQ are Reading

Come and see the best range of Argyle and coloured diamonds in Australia.

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Captured in KNX We want to see how you enjoy all the East Kimberley has to offer.

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Wanyarring thawaleng ngenhengbe-ba-ntha.

‘The bauhinia trees have red flowers’ MIRIWOONG TO ENGLISH TRANSLATION

Kununurra Sun acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this nation.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands throughout the Kimberley and in particular the Miriwoong and Gajirrawoong people of Kununurra and surrounding areas where we live, work and welcome visitors from afar.

The paper we choose to print Kununurra Sun on has a positive impact on forests people and wildlife. FSC certified forests have to meet our rigorous standards. This means FSC certified forests are healthy, and benefit local communities as well as providing jobs for workers. FSC certification tracks the wood from the forest to the shelf. So when you see the FSC label on our magazine, you can be sure this paper came from responsible sources.

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What's On In August TASTE OF THE KIMBERLEY - BOAB METALS FEASTIVAL

Kimberley is the Red Range Cattleman’s Dinner - a stunning

Friday 12th August - Kununurra Picture Gardens

long table dinner under the Kimberley stars with the acclaimed

Taste of The Kimberley opens on Friday 12th August with

chef Sophie Budd, showcasing the region's abundant produce

‘FEASTival’ at the Kununurra Picture Gardens.

and producers.

Pull up a seat or throw down a picnic rug as they transform the Picture Gardens into a vibrant, open-air food market!

Sophie Budd’s menu features produce from Kimberley, as well

Complete with live entertainment, a BBQ cooking competition

as some of the area’s best-renowned producers discussing the

plus pop-up food, drink & produce stalls (dinner and Friday

past, present and future of agriculture in the region.

drinks is sorted), there’s something for everyone to tuck into at

Get your tickets here: tasteofthekimberley.com.au/

FEASTival!

redrangecattlemansdinner

For more information, visit: tasteofthekimberley.com.au/ KUNUNURRA RACING CARNIVAL

boabmetalsfeastival

Ladies Day - Saturday 20th August TASTE OF THE KIMBERLEY - ORD VALLEY FARM & FOOD

Kununurra Cup - Saturday 27th August

TOUR

Family Fun Day - Saturday 3rd September

Saturday 13th August - Meet at Kununurra Visitor Centre

Kununurra Race Club holds the Kununurra Cup Day and

A hosted farm tour will give guests the opportunity to visit

Ladies Day in the sunshine of Western Australia’s North in late

the range of farms and talk directly to farmers throughout the

August each year. Ladies Day Fashions on the Field theme is

valley. This in-depth tour will provide a platform for audiences

Derby Black and White. Prizes for Best Dressed Female & Best

to learn about the produce of the Ord.

Millinery

For more info, visit tasteofthekimberley.com.au/

For more information, visit Kununurra Race Club on Facebook

ordvalleyfarmandfoodtour LAKE ARGYLE ADVENTURE RACE TASTE OF THE KIMBERLEY - RED RANGE CATTLEMAN'S

Saturday 27th August - Lake Argyle

DINNER

Swim, Run, Mountain Bike & Paddle in the Remote East

Saturday 13th August - Kununurra Picture Gardens

Kimberley. Solo or Relay Teams of two, three, or four.

A signature dining experience of the inaugural Taste of The

Be part of the adventure in 2022 and register now!

Visit: lakeargyleadventurerace.com.au

SEE FOR YOURSELF Shoreline littered; grains refined

“not telling, forget it!”

Streets glittered; crystals defined

Decanter enchanter

See for yourself, or nobody else

Raise it and banter

Shielded from force

Make it magnificent – go in and zoom

brokenly coarse

A vase in the room places still life in bloom

Protector, harmer.

Frosted encrusted embellished finessed

Smash and break for god’s sake

Molten and viscous & hot to impress

But admire, note take

Plastic’s reflection for looming downfall -

“where did you get it?”

Now who is the fairest one of all!?

- ADAM LAURENDI

Local & fresh

We’re Here

Come in and try the wide range of great tasting food choices including sandwiches, wraps and salads.

Also, did you know Subway Kununurra sell subway pizzas? Subway, Eat Fresh!

(opposite Aus Post Office)

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Queens, Scenes & Wet Season Dreams KNQ - KUNUNURRA PRIDE It’s just another Sunday on the Ord River – the air is sweet with unleaded petrol, magpie geese fight for front row seats and swathes of sequins bob gently in a silver tinny amidst the sticks. A molten disco ball flashing purple, blue and silver; the reflection is blinding.

Look a bit closer and you’ll see that the sparkling blob is distinctly human – loose limbs are flying about at all angles, hair in saccharine shades is flicked off bare shoulders into the Kimberley Breeze and laughter drifts off the water. Ah, the serenity.

A red tricorn comes unstuck and all hell breaks loose – three sets of sequins lunge towards the water and the tinny slips precariously from side to side, before a quick hand snaps up the sodden hat.

Amidst the commotion, a rainbow flag flaps in the breeze

Adam Laurendi has been in Kununurra for just over four

vibrant shell, there’s a serene confidence. A confidence that you

years. He tells us this over a coffee in town, with a wide

know, from his manner and his words, has been hard won and is

smile, and a voice that oozes energy and a bit of wonder

well deserved.

that it’s been that long. A small black hoop dangles wildy in Adam’s left earlobe, the one closest to me – it looks like it’s

Truly iconic stuff.

about to fly away at any minute. It’s quite distracting, but his gesticulation quickly pulls me back into the yarn.

His Kununurra origin story begins innocently enough; after travelling up from Perth in a Ford Focus through treacherous

He has the air of a rogue pirate; fitting given that the head

Broome floodwaters in 2018, he anticipated a three month stint in

that lost the hat mentioned earlier, was his. Beneath the

town for a spot of work and travel. He’s been here ever since. He credits his extended stay, 6

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different histories of queerness.”

point to explore the Kimberley and surrounds, to a number

Aside from the fruitious networking, the cohesion and unofficial-

of things: nature, a really good group of friends and a couple

ness of the organising members seems to be the glue that holds

of side-hustles including a candle business called Mad Mantra

the wigs in place. “We’ve never really had someone come in and

and a self-proclaimed doggy day-care in his backyard. He’s

take the reins… we just kind of take it in turns at filling in the gaps

stoked that there’s a marathon next weekend, and laughs

– it’s quite organic,” he says. “Every year we’ve been like, ‘Should

when he adds that there’s no disclaimer that you might die.

we have a committee?’ and we’re like ‘Oh, next year.’ We don’t have our shit together yet.”

You can tell he’s fun at parties.

Which brings me to ask, what does keep the group on track So, when he adds that he moonlights as a DJ at Sporties, with and working so well together? Is there a common goal? “I think a penchant for disco no less, it’s not a surprise.

the main thing is that, yeah, it is fun,” he says; but after a bit of thought, a deeper one emerges. “The origins of us coming

Adam started toying with DJ decks at house parties when

together essentially, when you pare it back, would be suicide

he lived in Perth. Things kicked off, however, when he started

prevention.”

doing paid gigs at Sporties in 2019 as DJ Ordy Spice – rousing the crowd with decade-themed disco nights. “I’ve just been

“Think about the suicide rates in the Kimberly… if there is an

obsessed with disco for a while now,” he says, “it has its roots

opportunity for people who are questioning, or are queer and are

in the LGBTIQA+ community – I like to honour that in music.”

finding it difficult to come out, then at least there is some kind of a community that people can reach out to.”

Then the pandemic hit and, unlike pretty much anything else that comes to mind, Sporties took off. Suddenly, Sporties was

While mental health is, thankfully, featuring more frequently in the

the place to be on a Friday and Saturday night; while punters

discourse around isolated communities and living remotely, it’s

were pouring in, and a blue laminated Sporties membership

so refreshing to hear the message with an effervescent spin. “It’s

was the hottest ticket in town, Adam was scaling back his DJ

pretty amazing in the Kimberley - we’ve got Anglicare and Boab

sets.

Health and they both offer free counselling, which is just unheard of really anywhere in the world.” Along with traditional resources

“I just didn’t have the confidence that a lot of the other DJs

and professional support services, KNQ are helping carve out

and performers did to entertain such a mass crowd, and such

alternate routes to self-care and acceptence through community.

a broad demographic as well,” he says, “so I kind of pared

“A lot of us are working in a mental health sphere, or maybe some

back on what I was doing.”

have a lived experience and understand how difficult it can be to be queer in the Kimberley or living remote just in general.”

“I guess I just kind of like the underground scene.”

“But also, it’s just so fun – it’s so fun to get dressed up and do a That’s not the end of the story though, and like all good

little dance.”

ones, the plot doth thicken… those underground DJ nights and dress up parties at Sporties had planted the seeds for

It seems like a no-brainer – surely a group with a mutual

something bigger and better. The idea of having a Pride night appreciation for jubilation and celebration, that was built on of local performers was gathering momentum, and the group

shared journeys and overcoming very different experiences,

were keen to utilise the space they’d created, and hone in on

is a community that the majority want to be a part of.

the energy that was being generated by the Ordy nights.

Unfortunately though, and perhaps unsurprisingly, the group have faced some negativity along the way, and Adam recalls

The idea for a KNQ Kununurra Pride event was born.

it being particularly directed at the KNQ Pride event Drag StoryTime. The grievances were along the lines of ‘adult

The inaugural Kununurra Pride Night happened in 2019,

entertainers are not for children’, which is reductive of the

thanks to sheer will and good connections. It all started with

intent and ignorant of the point. However, these are common

Sarah, the local vet in town, who had a Telstra rep named

misconceptions when it comes to the Pride movement - Drag

Ricky in Darwin. Ricky just happened to be Ferocia Coutura,

in particular - and it fuels the group to keep active.

a drag queen in the same drag clan as KNQ Pride favourite Vogue MegaQueen and who made the introductions between “Older generations are sometimes not really up to date with the two. Add in Sunting Wong Hancock Porteous, a contact

the knowledge base that younger generations have. It's just a

from regular trips to Broome Pride, and the stars and history

case of making sure that people have the right education and

were aligning. “It all kind of came together quite naturally –

that it’s offered in the right way. Hopefully that comes across

we’re all from such different backgrounds and all have such

in what we’re doing as well.”

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So for those on the fringes, how do you ensure that you

narrative.” There’s plenty of room for your own research too

educate positively and are open to an education in return?

– “If people aren’t quite ready to answer those questions on

Adam reckons that immersion is the best tool. “Exposure

behalf of the community, there are so many resources - I've

and education are key goals – if you’re exposed, you’ve

looked at the HeadSpace website recently and it’s got some

got an awareness of the diversity around you and you’re

really cool information about how to be an ally and a little

going to be so comfortable around anyone who would be

bit about gender diversity and sexuality identity.”

considered different,” he says.

Hearing Adam wax lyrical makes one consider their notion “There are still questions that some people might have, and

of fluidity; not necessarily confined to gender or sexual

I think that it's only a good thing if people are around it and

orientation, but in lifestyle and worldviews. How fulfilling

see the safety and fun of it as well.”

that Kununurra allows one to build their own community of like minded people who are willing to share this with others.

The road to being a good ally can seem fraught with political nuance and plenty of room for problematic faux-

“The information is out there. If there's anyone that you

pas, however Adam assures us not to worry. “We’re naturally

know in your network, you can always take them out

going to make mistakes if there's something that we’re not

to breaky, have a cuppa and ask them questions. It's

really sure of, that we haven't been exposed to, or that we

fascinating! People like to talk about this,” Adam checks

haven’t had an opportunity to be aware of… so I guess ask

himself, before adding, “Well, I like to talk about this, I could

questions!”

talk forever about this subject.”

“A lot of people are comfortable with sharing their lived

It makes sense then, that a point of pride for Adam

experiences and that's part of their story and their

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broader Kununurra Community. Aside from having Drag

PRIDE W EEKEND

Storytime – “huge,” he declares – he reflects on his biggest

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highlight, which is “turning it into a more of a community

Drag Bingo

event. I get a lot of energy from the discussions that are

Out-of-town Queens, Vogue MegaQueen and Sunting Wong

generated around what we’re doing outside of the party

Hancock Porteus, will host Drag Bingo at Sporties, along

weekend.”

with a performance by local Queen Lady Fourex. Tickets are on sale now. The KNQ crew are also on the lookout for prizes

“We just want to make it more sustainable throughout the

– get in touch with them via the KNQ Facebook page if you

year, and not just the party weekend. We want to promote

would like to be involved.

wellbeing and wellness. That’s been the best thing, seeing it grow from just an Ordy Spice DJ night with other amazing

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performers on the night, to something that’s a year long

Drag Storytime

calendar event with events throughout the year.”

A fun family event hosted by Vogue MegaQueen at the Kununurra Community Library. Entry is free and anyone can

The team are open to volunteers over the Pride weekend –

rock up on the day.

they say that they can and will find a use for any skills and talent that come their way, whether it be someone with a

KNQ Pride Night, Wet Season Dreams

drill to to help set up, a donation of a prize (a box of sex

Doors to Sporties open at 6pm for family night. From 8pm

toys donated by a local business last year gets a special

onwards it’s adults only, so you can expect things to get

mention) or constructive feedback from attendees. And they

saucy. Tickets will be sold for $10 upon entry, and it’s first in

are always looking for local talent to perform on the night.

best dressed on the night so get in quick!

“We’re open to performers - if anyone wants to perform,

KNQ SUNDOWNERS

absolutely showcase it.”

If you'd like to be involved with KNQ outside of the Pride event, consider checking out their monthly Sundowners held

We ask Adam to expound on ‘performers’ – “A-ny-thing,” he

at Sporties on the first Thursday of every month. The casual

stresses each syllable, “capital A, anything. It’s just all about

drinks are a great way to meet new people, give your two

showcasing local talent.”

cents worth on events, and have a yarn with the KNQ team.

This whole-hearted inclusivity helps me to believe that

“It’s an opportunity for anyone who’s new to Kununurra

there’s a place here for everyone. Maybe a small town like

to know that there’s a community here, and that they can

Kununurra is a prime melting pot for Pride; surely this hippy

get involved,” says Adam. “We often do talk about Pride

town on Kimberley Time that is mostly appreciative of

events that are coming up, and that might generate some

quirks and celebrates idiosyncrasies is the perfect storm for

discussion and spike the interest of someone wanting to join

creating a strong Queer community and supportive allies.

the broader committee.”

Most of all, it feels good to stand back and remember that

Keep up to date with KNQ Sundowners, and other KNQ

it’s fun to have fun.

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Images: Boab Metals

Boab Metals Limited Kununurra Sun is pleased to introduce a new supporter , who has been in town for awhile, but we’re just getting acquainted!

Like many of you, we’ve heard of Boab Metals, in particular

‘What is the Sorby Hills Project’ You are probably asking

with their involvement of the Ord Valley Muster but to be

yourself? Good question!

honest other than hearing the name we’ve never ironed out the details of what they actually do in town.

Sorby Hills is situated on the traditional lands of the Miriuwung and Gajerrong people, located approximately

But after some great meetings with Simon Noon (Managing

50km north-east of Kununurra and three kilometres from

Director/CEO) and Brad Goodlet (Community Relations

the Western Australian and Northern Territory border. The

Manager), and further education on what they are actually

area has one of Australia’s largest undeveloped, near-surface

doing in town, we’re excited to be able to share some of the

silver-lead deposits.

great initiatives they are supporting as well as finding out more about their Sorby Hills Project.

The Project, which has an expected mine life of around 10 years is currently in its “Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS)

So here’s some fast facts for you:

phase with the plan to start initial works in 2023, ramp

•

Boab Metals Limited (ASX:BML) who were previously

up the construction side of things in 2023-24 and start

known as Pacifico Minerals Limited, listed on the ASX in

processing in 2024. This is expected to create around 160

July 2004.

jobs,with a focus on local employment. When in operation,

Pacifico Minerals acquired the Sorby Hills Project on 10

ore will be processed at the mine for transport in sealed

October, 2018.

containers to the port of Wyndham for shipping.

• •

Following acquisition of the Sorby Hills Project and to recognise local focus and profile, the company changed

Boab Metals also want to offer opportunities for site-based

its name to Boab Metals Limited in December 2020.

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to local procurement and contracting, by encouraging

The reason we agreed to partner with Boab Metals is

tenderers to identify their intentions to engage with local

because of their commitment to being an economically,

businesses for supply of goods and services.

environmentally and socially sustainable and responsible company. They seek to be open and inclusive in how

So, now that the nitty gritty is out of the way, here’s the stuff

they engage with the community and make a positive

we love to talk about - the contributions that Boab Metals

contribution to the regional economy.

are making to the East Kimberley Importantly, they’re very committed to developing culturally And we’re a first-hand example of how Boab don’t just talk

respectful and mutually beneficial partnerships with

the talk, they walk the walk. From our initial conversations

Miriwiung and Gajerrong Traditional Owners.

seeking support to get this magazine up and running we have seen the genuine interest to ensure that support being

Boab Metals are hosting a Business After Hours Event for

offered is of benefit to the whole community.

members of the East Kimberley Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EKCCI) on Wednesday 11th August at the Phoenix

As well as their support of Kununurra Sun, they are a

Plaza from 5.00 – 7.00 pm. They are also planning to meet

principal partner of the Ord Valley Muster in 2023 and are

with other groups around town to share information about

sponsoring the FEASTival event at the Kununurra Picture

the Sorby Hills Project.

Gardens as part of Taste of the Kimberley (see www. tasteofthekimberley.com.au) on Friday 12 August. Boab

If you want to know more

Metals are also sponsors of Teach, Learn, Grow (TLG) to

about Boab Metals,

deliver their education enrichment and engagement program

check out their website

at Wyndham District High School.

www.boabmetals.com

And, just like Boab Metals wanted to ensure that their sponsorship is used in the right way, Kununurra Sun wanted to ensure we are partnering with businesses that are genuinely doing the right thing in town. We are big believers in this.

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COUNCIL CONNECT

SHIRE OF WYNDHAM EAST KIMBERLEY @ShireofWyndhamEastKimberley

Join us for Clean Up Australia Kununurra (12 August)

Upcoming Community Event

Council connect We’re back with ‘Beats on the Streets’ this year with a florescent theme.

Last year, the Shire had over 20 volunteers help clean up several locations in Kununurra and collected over 30 bags of rubbish.

Dust off those dancing shoes and dress in your brightest and best to impress. The first ‘BOTS’ will take place in Wyndham on Wednesday 10 August, followed

by Kununurra on Tuesday 23 August.

This year we would like to do it all again and we need you to help! Volunteers will meet at celebrity tree park at 8am on Friday 12 August where you will be split into teams, given a debrief and equipment and head to different locations to collect rubbish.

Community Grants application now open The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley is committed to supporting local groups and clubs that align with the Shire’s Strategic Community Plan. This year, the Shire has committed to $350,000 for the Community Grants Program.

Once your team is finished at your location you bring all the rubbish back to celebrity tree park for disposal and you can enjoy a sausage sizzle as a thank you!

If your community group or club is interested in applying for a grant, please contact the Community Grants And Events Officer on 08 9168 4100 or by email at events@swek.wa.gov.au with an outline of your project and an application form will then be sent to you.

If you would like to register to be on a team please email the grants and events officer at events@swek.wa.gov.au

Upcoming Council Meeting Tuesday 24 August 2022 Wyndham Council Chambers

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Brad Callanan Northwest Finance

After returning from a working holiday in Canada in 2008, Brad Callanan decided he was looking for ‘somewhere warm’ to call home. He picked Kununurra, and has well and truly settled into life here, with his goal to now help others create the lives they dream of.

Brad wears many hats around town, you might have seen him

affair with the region started long before that. His parents

umpiring local footy games, out fishing and exploring on his

worked at the Wyndham Meatworks in the 70’s and 80’s

boat, or know of his ‘famous’ chilli pickled onions from the

and Brad said they always spoke fondly of the region.

Kununurra Ag Show.

This was one of the catalysts that helped him make the There are many stories we could delve into with Brad, be

decision to move 'home' to Kununurra.

it his love for cricket, his passion for baking (and the many mishaps along the way) or all the fruit and vegetables he and

“Kununurra is a great place to call home, I love heading up

his partner Donna cultivate on their property just out of town,

the coast in the boat, heading out fishing and exploring out

so many stories won't fit into so few words.

there is unreal,” Brad said.

Instead, we are going to focus on Brad’s latest venture as a

“The town seems to attract and retain quality individuals

Mortgage Broker with Northwest Finance, and how with his

that stay long term. They go a long way to making the

brain power, you could find yourself supported into a stronger

place a great place to live.”

financial position, ready to buy your first property or expand your investment.

An air-conditioning and refrigeration mechanic by trade, Brad had been living and working in town for four years

Brad has called Kununurra home since 2008, but his love

before he started studying to become a mortgage broker.

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He said he saw a need for better financial services locally

So, while Brad isn’t in the kitchen whipping up his award-

which sparked his passion to give others the same lifestyle

winning chilli pickled onions or umpiring an EKFL game,

opportunities.

he’s working hard to make sure you’re getting the best deal possible.

“I used a broker to help buy my first house in Perth and the process was easy,” Brad said

And while many say a ‘job is just a job’ this isn’t the case for Brad. He gets a real kick out of seeing people chase and achieve their home-ownership dreams.

“When I purchased a place in Kununurra, going to the bank directly was a nightmare, that highlighted a gap in the

“It’s a very rewarding role. Working with clients from the

market to me.”

start of the journey and seeing them achieve their goals is a big part of why I do it,” Brad said.

For those of you, who like me, are not super financially savvy and numbers and percentages make your brain

BRAD’S ADVICE FOR FIRST HOME BUYERS Call me! There’s lots of things you can do to get yourself

explode, you'll agree Brad is a local godsend.

in the box seat for an easy approval as a first home buyer.

Basically, it’s you saying ‘please help me find the best deal, Deposit – This is probably the hardest part, trying to save

for my needs’, and Brad does all the confusing, heavy lifting to come back to you with recommendations.

a deposit for a home while paying high rent and dealing with the rising cost of living requires a fair bit of sacrifice and

This takes a lot of stress and uncertainty out of the process

discipline but it is a good lesson in keeping your budget tight

so you can focus on all the fun things about buying a

and hitting a financial goal. Deposits can also come from

house.

gifted funds, from a guarantor loan using your parents’ home as partial security.

“I do all the legwork,” Brad says.

Servicing – This is the calculation the bank will make to “Being able to meet with clients face-to-face at a time that

determine if you can afford the loan. Reducing credit card

suits them helps make the process easier.

limits, paying off personal loans / car loans / HECs debts are some simple ways to improve your borrowing capacity.

“There’s a lot of unique employment and business

Choosing a bank that maximises your income is another way

situations in Kununurra with regional allowances, seasonal

– If your pay is made up of regional allowances / overtime

business cash flow, overtime and casual employment.

or bonuses some banks will only allow a certain portion of these as acceptable income while others will allow 100%.

“I’ve got an extensive panel of lenders made up of the big four banks, smaller regional banks and credit unions who

Like we said before, Brad is there to help with friendly,

all have different policies that help get these scenarios

tailored advice every step of the way.

approved.

Get in touch with Brad via bradley@nwfinance.com.

“Best of all the service is free.”

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MangOdyssey THE QUEST TO FIND KUNUNURRA'S BEST MOST DELICIOUS MANGO SMOOTHIE This month, I wanted to discuss something of importance that affects the lives of all Kununurrarians, and passers through, in equal measure. Something that could unite and divide; cause jubilation and debate.

And that, my friends, is the humble mango smoothie.

Mango smoothies are part of the local constitution, and I think they deserve their time in the spotlight - brave! some might say, daring! you may be thinking. I also forgot that the whole concept of this magazine is that it’s monthly so when I decided upon this challenge, I had approximately five days to complete the task. So, underestimated the challenge! was more to the point.

As a strict devotee to soy milk, this was, in hindsight, not wise… however I did what any person would do in the face of scientific research for the greater good; I forged on blindly ahead, with determination and guts of steel! Luckily, the determination lasted.

Join me on a mango-fueled adventure through space (plenty) and time (not enough).

WILD MANGO First cab off the rank, mostly due to proximity to my place of work, and I was feeling optimistic; buoyant even. I was also feeling a bit guilty - I try to keep smoothies out of midweek lunch territory as I'm notoriously shit at keeping boundaries. I bought a kid's size, which was admittedly a bad sign so early on in the piece – I had not yet reached the peak of the mango glut and was about thirty kilos of the golden fruit lighter. A tradie in hi-vis and shorts that said Tradie on the bum bought a mango smoothie in line before me, and after I placed my order we shared a knowing smile. It was serendipitous, baby. I was off to a great start.

The smoothie itself had exactly three ingredients according to the menu board - mango, mango sorbet and milk. The mango sorbet was very evident, the mango not so much. While delicious and refreshing, it was missing a certain something that I couldn't quite put my finger on in these early stages of the experiment. Still, the drink was cold, refreshing and delicious, what more could you want?

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Kununurra Sun IVANHOE CAFE Firstly, there is something intrinsically good about ordering a mango smoothie, surrounded by mango trees. It's like going to get your haircut and the hairdresser has snazzy hair that you wouldn’t mind yourself. It just feels right.

I bought a small sized mango smoothie for seven bucks and, as there were no ingredients listed on the menu, I asked what the smoothie contained. The goodies rattled off went something like mango, ice, yoghurt and some other stuff that I forget.

But that’s not important, because nothing else matters! The yoghurt absolutely blew this out of the park. Delicious! A true star of the dish. It was like a Weiss bar had sex with Natural Yoghurt, which is off-putting in the extreme, but you must trust me. I also bought the most effing delicious chocolate biscuit to accompany my smoothie – I could fill at least another page talking about it, but it’s the mango smoothie’s moment so I digress.

KIMBERLEY CAFE I must say, I spend a bit of time at this café, however this was my first go at their milkshakes. A milky little number that was definitely high on the milk, low on the shake in comparison to others. Admittedly I was warned, as the menu says that all smoothies are mixed with milk. I felt that this too was missing a certain something - a special quality that would set it apart from the pack. The mango smoothie market in Kununurra is as saturated as they come; only the best can truly stand apart from the rest.

This sombre mood could also have had something to do with my aforementioned aversion to milk of the cow kind, which had me thinking, not for the first time on this journey, that maybe I was not the best person for this job. Literally anyone would have told me that. Still, I had gone too far to turn back now. Luckily they make great coffee!

SPILLED THE BEANS I had two attempts at trying out these guys, mostly due to the fact that I can't read perfectly clear opening times. This mob definitely cater to the morning crowd and they generally close at 11am – a trap for young players. This contender came highly recommended due to the dairy-free-factor, quite coveted in this day and age, and especially welcome as it was my second smoothie that day. I must say – the dairy free drawcard is a bloody good one. This was delicious!

This smoothie had me feeling instantly rejuvenated and coconutty – probably an emphasis on the ‘nutty’. My parents had a dog when I was a kid; an English Bull-Terrier named Humbert. Humbert had eczema that would miraculously vanish during summer, thanks to a diet of rotten mangoes that would fall from our tree… I felt like Humbert in that moment – refreshed and GLOWING, baby. I’d also hesitate to take skincare advice from a dog, but if the Kardashians can do it, it’s anyone’s game I suppose.

WHITEGUM PARK MARKETS I’ve had a few of these during my time in Kununurra - often with a tongue that feels like I've just peeled it off the gravel in the Sporties carpark. I approached this one, as I usually do when I make a market appearance, a little bit dusty. Hallelujah!

This was a shining beacon at the end of my journey; a vessel full to the brim of pure, unadulterated mango. The last, glittering feather in my proverbial mango smoothie cap.

This also signalled my full and final descent into mango madness… it’s quite nice here actually!

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Jeanne Barnes KIMBERLEY CREATIVE

Born in South Africa, Jeanne Barnes always knew her life would be filled with creating beautiful things. From studying fine art in Johannesburg to a jewellery apprenticeship, Jeanne eventually found herself in Kununurra, first as a jewellery designer and store manager, to having her art represented by Artopia Gallery. Jeanne's unique style incorporates rough diamonds, gold leaf and ochre, a visually exciting combination to view.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR JOURNEY TO BECOMING AN

in South Africa then in Australia. I was very fortunate to be

ARTIST?

sponsored by Nina’s Jewellery to come over to Australia

Ever since I was a small child, I knew that I was going to follow

in 2008. I will forever be grateful to them. I worked for the

a path of creativity in some form which would lead me into an

company for eight years as a designer and Kununurra Store

arts career. I was constantly drawing, painting and designing

Manager. At that point, painting was just something I did on the

things. My parents were worried about my ambitions to follow

side, between working and raising our two girls. .

a creative path, because they were afraid I’d be a ‘poor starving artist’, and although they encouraged me to paint, they initially

In 2009, Nadeen Lovell of Lovell Gallery (now Artopia Gallery)

discouraged me to follow art as a career. That just made me

gave me an opportunity for my first exhibition and went on

even more determined, and long story short, I convinced

to represent me on a permanent basis. When Cally Bugg took

them to let me audition for the National School of the Arts in

over the gallery and renamed it Artopia Gallery, she continued

Johannesburg, South Africa where I was accepted into the art

to display my work and has sold my paintings to art lovers and

program. I loved every minute of it! I was able to do four art

collectors from all over Australia and the world.

subjects and three academic subjects.

Having one’s own style is really important for an artist, and After school, there was no stopping me and I even managed

for a very long time I knew I didn’t have that X-factor which

to twist my parents arms to support me to study fine art at

set me apart from other artists, but craved to be different.

Tshwane University of Technology, with painting as my major

My paintings, although very competent on a technical point

and jewellery as one of my subjects. Jewellery making really

of view, weren’t anything special, but I kept on trying new

excited me, the manufacturing process and the design part.

things and experimenting. Then, in about 2015, my years of

There’s something special about melting gold, watching it swirl

experimentation paid off. I finally developed a style which was

around the crucible in its molten state, and then casting, rolling,

mine, and everything changed! It went so well that in 2016 I

hammering and forming it into a wearable piece of art.

took a huge risk, left the jewellery business and embarked on a full-time art career and I haven’t looked back! I love every

After my studies, to my parent’s great relief, I accepted a

aspect of my job, and I can’t wait to get into the studio every

jewellery apprenticeship, qualified, and went on to establish a

day. How lucky am I?

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YOU MENTIONED YOU WERE ALSO A JEWELLER,

THAT DREW YOU BACK?

WHAT SKILLS DO YOU SEE THAT OVERLAP JEWELLERY

Yes, hubby didn’t enjoy his new role in Karratha, and I didn’t feel

DESIGNING AND PAINTING?

quite at home there either.

My jewellery career trained me to develop an eye for precision

I love the fact that one doesn’t have to go far in order to

and for translating 2D sketches into three-dimensional forms,

experience the natural beauty of this place. The Ord River, the

and now I do the exact opposite! I translate three-dimensional

gorges, Boab trees and rock formations continue to be a source

forms onto a two-dimensional surface!

of inspiration for my work. Bird photography is a hobby of mine, and the bird life here is prolific and diverse. We are very lucky

YOUR PIECES HAVE ROUGH DIAMONDS AND FLECKS OF

to have so many stunning feathered creatures on our doorstep.

GOLD IN THEM, WHERE DID YOU FIND THE INSPIRATION

My youngest daughter still lives here too.

FOR THAT? One day I was working on an artwork where I was painting

DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE PIECE THAT YOU HAVE

rough diamonds onto the canvas, when I suddenly had a

PAINTED?

brainwave. Why not incorporate REAL rough diamonds onto

I recently painted a set of three abstract paintings in

the painting? I Googled and couldn’t find any other artists who

watercolour, embellished with metal leaf and rough diamonds,

did that, so that was quite exciting! Gustav Klimt, one of my

inspired by patterns in rocks from Broome and Cape Dommett.

favourite artists, used gold leaf in his paintings and his work

I had a bit of trouble parting with them! Two portraits in

inspired me to experiment with developing my own signature

particular also come to mind, one of the Hoochery’s founder

style of applying gold leaf. I suppose I couldn’t bear not to be

Spike Dessert, which is on display in the Hoochery, and my

surrounded by sparkly things!

portrait of fellow artist, Hughie Ahwon.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR MOVE FROM SOUTH AFRICA TO

WHERE DO YOU GO TO FOR INSPIRATION?

AUSTRALIA - KUNUNURRA WASN'T YOUR FIRST CHOICE

Out bush in the magnificent Kimberley. If I’m feeling a bit

WAS IT?

uninspired, I find a big Boab tree, sit under it and just be, or

I was fortunate to be sponsored by Nina’s Jewellery to come

I might sketch and take photographs. People inspire me, I

to Australia. Nat, my husband, and I lived and worked in

particularly love painting people with interesting faces, with

Dunsborough for 6 months before the opportunity for the role

histories and lines which tell a story about their lives.

as store manager at Nina’s Kununurra came up in 2008, which I jumped at, and fell totally in love with the Kimberley. Nat

YOU ALSO RUN PAINTING WORKSHOPS, CAN YOU TELL

started work at Argyle Diamond Mine shortly after so it all fell

US ABOUT THOSE?

into place for us.

I offer mostly watercolour workshops, depending on how busy I am between painting for Artopia Gallery in Kununurra and

AND NOW YOU HAVE FALLEN IN LOVE WITH

Black Stump Gallery in Broome. I cater for beginners through

KUNUNURRA?

to intermediate students, and focus on outdoor workshops in

Absolutely! Even after 15 years, my heart home is still the

the cooler months, and indoor workshops in the wet season. I

Kimberley.

cover a variety of subjects, from florals to pets to sunsets and Kimberley scenes.

YOU MENTIONED YOU TRIED TO LEAVE LAST YEAR, BUT THE MOVE WASN'T TOO SUCCESSFUL, AS YOU ARE

Find Jeanne's stunning works of art on Instagram @jeanne_

BACK HERE AGAIN! WHAT IS IT ABOUT KUNUNURRA

barnes_artist or displayed at Artopia Gallery.

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Lake Kununurra Barramundi Stocking Group HELPING CREATE 'BARRADISE' IN KUNUNURRA Did you know Lake Kununurra is home to a world-class sport fishery where anglers regularly catch metre-plus, rod-wrenching barramundi?

Thanks to the efforts of the Lake Kununurra Barramundi Stocking Group volunteers, North Regional TAFE’s aquaculture hatchery, Recfishwest and the State Government in delivering a barramundi stocking program that has transformed the lake into ‘barradise’ for local and visiting anglers alike.

Lake Kununurra Barramundi Stocking Group President Dylan Hearty talked to the Sun about the program and fishing on the lake.

TELL US A BIT ABOUT THE GROUP

Thanks to Government funding, and working with Recfishwest,

The group was set up in 2016 to help drive the stocking

we’ve created lakekununurrabarramundi.com.au that has some

program that has seen 1.3 million juvenile barra released into the

great fishing tips on it. If you’re really keen, consider joining the

lake over the last decade. It’s helped transform the lake into a

stocking group. We’re not a fishing club as such, but we’re all

seriously good barra fishery bringing in tourists and providing a

passionate about fishing and have some good know-how about

great economic boost to the community. Being able to come to

fishing the lake, which we’re happy to share with other group

Kununurra, catch these sensational fish in a safe, accessible and

members.

stunning iconic Kimberley setting is a real drawcard.

WHAT DO YOU DO AND WHY DO YOU DO IT? Once its full potential is realised, economic benefits modelling

It’s rewarding and great fun – seeing the smiles on the mums’,

estimates a regional economic impact of more than $9 million

dads’ and kids’ faces at last year’s community fish release

annually. That’s obviously huge for our community – but

that saw us hit the million barra-released mark – was simply

probably even better for those of us who love to fish – we have

priceless. Catching broodstock fish for the stocking program is

this fantastic fishery right here on our doorstep – and it’s not

great fun and you also feel like you’re giving something back.

just barra either, there’s great fun to be had on the lake chasing

With everything we do there’s a shared purpose. We’re helping

fish like sooty grunter, catfish and tasty redclaw.

create something really special – a sustainable, world-class sport fishery in Kununurra for generations to come.

Some great Kununurra current and former residents have played a huge part in the group’s activities over the years and

WHAT DO I NEED TO GET INVOLVED?

should be acknowledged for their great efforts – people like

All you really need is an interest in fishing and/or fish and a

Dick Pasfield and Matt Cox deserve a notable mention.

willingness to give up a bit of your time. Jump on the group’s Facebook page or website to find out more – and if you’re

HOW CAN I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FISHING IN THE LAKE?

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Have Your Say in Our Health Service Do you have an interest in health and looking to make a positive contribution to the community? Why not join the District Health Advisory Council (DHAC) as a Community Member?

As a DHAC Community Member, you will have the opportunity to talk to local consumers, carers, community members and groups to discover what health issues and services are important to them. You’ll represent these views and opinions to the local health service, Region, WACHS Executive and Board. You will have the chance to inform local health service planning and strategic directions from the consumer and community perspective, as well as offer creative ideas for improving community health with a focus of service, safety, quality, access and health gain. From there you will share information and comment on health issues and services with consumers and the community.

Applying is easy and everyone is welcome to join! Just complete the Consumer/Community Member Application Form on the WA Country Health website: wacountry.health.wa.gov.au There are also several training options available to support you in your DHAC role and can be modified to suit your needs. It’s never been easier to get involved with our local health service.

If you’re unsure about becoming a member, local DHAC committee member Lesley James is more than happy to talk you through the voluntary role and how to apply. Lesley can be contacted via email: hljames@bigpond.com

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Who You Gonna Call...

KimberleyToadbusters!

The wet season brings many delights such as epic thunderstorms, plunging waterfalls and a plethora of secret waterholes to explore. It also brings out masses of the grumpy looking, warty and downright-pain-in-the-butt cane toads. While most of us shudder at the thought of cane toads, there is a Kununurra-based volunteer organisation who have banded together to declare war on these pesky amphibians and fight for a cane-toad free Kimberley region.

In 2005, Lee Scott-Virtue and Dean Goodgame realised that

from around Kununurra and Purnululu National Park that were

when cane toads arrived in Kakadu National Park in 2003,

shipped to Massay University in New Zealand. The university

it was only a matter of time before they hopped their way

has found great use for the toads, using them for dissective

into the Kimberley. Together they formed the Kimberley

purposes for students instead of endangered their native frogs.

Toad Busters, a volunteer based organisation to protect the Image: Emilyand McDonald biodiversity natural habitats of the Kimberley from cane

With no shortage of cane toads around, they are the ideal replacement for the humble frog.

toads.

They also run toad busts and environmental programs with Since then, their toad-busting work has gone beyond catching

Rustic Pathways, who bring children from all around the

toads to providing scientific research about cane toads,

world to areas like Kununurra for hands-on, environmental

fostering public awareness about the risk of cane toads to the

experiences. These programs are a fantastic way to educate

environmental, social and economic values of the Kimberley

the younger generations about the significant impact cane

and creating educational programs that have now been added

toads and other pests have on our fragile environment.

to the WA Education Department curriculum. The work of the Toad Busters is seriously impressive, with over 6 million cane

If you would like to learn more about the Kimberley Toad

toads taken out of the environment in the NT and Kimberley

Busters, or even become a Toad Buster yourself, visit their

since the organisation began.

website: canetoads.com.au or follow them on Facebook.

Recently, the Toad Busters collected and froze over 500 toads

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Between The Lines In lieu of a single book review this month, we’ve cast our net and continued with the Pride themes of education, exposure and good ol’ fashioned entertainment. Here is a collection of literature, telly and film that covers diversity, supports positive representation of the queer community, and most importantly, comes highly recommended from our friends at KNQ - Kununurra Pride.

Compiled by celebrated author and journalist Benjamin Law,

SIMON VS. THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA

Growing Up Queer in Australia assembles voices from across

BECKY ALVERTALLI

the spectrum of LGBTIQA+ identity. Spanning diverse places,

“Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers

eras, ethnicities and experiences, these are the stories of

to save his drama for the school musical. But when an email

growing up queer in Australia.

falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the spotlight. Now Simon is actually being blackmailed:

BOYS IN THE BAND

if he doesn’t play wingman for class clown Martin, his sexual

2020 MOVIE BASED ON THE 1968 OFF-BROADWAY PLAY

identity will become everyone’s business. Worse, the privacy

“At a birthday party in 1968 New York, a surprise guest and

of Blue, the pen name of the boy he’s been emailing, will be

a drunken game leave seven gay friends reckoning with

compromised.

unspoken feelings and buried truths.”

With some messy dynamics emerging in his once tight-knit

TALES OF A CITY

group of friends, and his email correspondence with Blue

NETFLIX SERIES BASED ON THE NOVELS BY ARMISTEAD

growing more flirtatious every day, Simon’s junior year has

MAUPIN

suddenly gotten all kinds of complicated. Now, change-averse

“A middle-aged Mary Ann returns to San Francisco and

Simon has to find a way to step out of his comfort zone before

reunites with the eccentric friends she left behind. "Tales

he’s pushed out—without alienating his friends, compromising

of the City" focuses primarily on the people who live in a

himself, or fumbling a shot at happiness with the most

boarding house turned apartment complex owned by Anna

confusing, adorable guy he’s never met.”

Madrigal at 28 Barbary Lane, all of whom quickly become part of what Maupin coined a "logical family". It's no longer

THE BOY FROM THE MISH

a secret that Mrs. Madrigal is transgender. Instead, she is

GARY LONESBOROUGH A remarkable YA love story between two Aboriginal boys - one who doesn’t want to accept he’s gay, and the boy who comes to live in his house who makes him realize who he is.

haunted by something from her past that has long been too painful to share.”

BOYS DON'T CRY 1999 FILM BASED ON TRUE CRIME STORY

"It's a hot summer, and life's going all right for Jackson and his

“A young man named Brandon Teena navigates love, life, and

family on the Mish. It's almost Christmas, school's out, and he's

being transgender in rural Nebraska.

hanging with his mates, teasing the visiting tourists, avoiding

The film is a dramatization of the real-life story of Brandon

the racist boys in town. Just like every year, Jackson's Aunty

Teena, an American trans man who attempts to find himself

and annoying little cousins visit from the city -- but this time a

and love in Nebraska but falls victim to a brutal hate crime

mysterious boy with a troubled past comes with them. As their friendship evolves, Jackson must confront the changing shapes of his relationships with his friends, family and community. And

perpetrated by two male acquaintances.”

TIPPING THE VELVET

he must face his darkest secret -- a secret he thought he'd

SARAH WALTERS

locked away for good."

“Nan King, an oyster girl, is captivated by the music hall phenomenon Kitty Butler, a male impersonator extraordinaire

GROWING UP QUEER IN AUSTRALIA - SHORT STORY

treading the boards in Canterbury. Through a friend at the

ANTHOLOGY

box office, Nan manages to visit all her shows and finally meet

EDITED BY BENJAMIN LAW

her heroine. Soon after, she becomes Kitty's dresser and the

‘My queerness was born in a hot dry land that was never

two head for the bright lights of Leicester Square where they

ceded.’

begin a glittering career as music-hall stars in an all-singing

‘Even now, I sometimes think that I don’t know my own desire.’

‘For better or worse, sooner or later, life conspires to reveal you to yourself, and this is growing up.’”

and dancing double act. At the same time, behind closed doors, they admit their attraction to each other and their affair begins.”

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KUNUNURRA SUN KITCHEN

Mađarica (Hungarian Lady) WHEN NOMINATIONS FOR THE KUNUNURRA AG SHOW WERE ANNOUNCED, AVIAIR PILOT PETRA MARTINČIĆ KNEW EXACTLY WHICH RECIPE SHE WANTED TO ENTER - HER BABA'S MAĐARICA CAKE. Petra's Baba has been making this slice for over 50 years. For special events like Christmas or Easter, she would spend days making it so it was just right Since Petra's move to Kununurra last year, it has been one thing she has missed the most. The KNX Ag Show gave Petra the opportunity to not only celebrate her Baba's recipe, but enjoy a little slice of home.

INGREDIENTS

Filling

4.5 cups flour

Mix ½ cup milk, 1.5 cups of sugar, 5 tablespoons of grated

3 cups sugar

chocolate. Add the mixture to 4.5 cups of boiled milk. Lower

2 oz. butter

the temperature and stir it until thick. Let it cool and when

2 eggs

it is warm add 14 oz. of margarine. Then, let the filling cool

1 cup sour cream

completely.

1 tsp vanilla extract

Once cooled, layer the filling between each piece of slice

1 tbsp baking powder

except the top layer

5 cups milk 4 tbsp chocolate, grated

To keep the cake small, I normally place another sheet of

16 oz. margarine

baking paper on top and then place a heavy chopping board /

2 tbsp water

books on top. Let this cool in the fridge for several hour

METHOD

Top layer filling

Turn on your oven to 180°C. Knead 4 cups of flour, 1 cup of

Steam 1 tablespoon of grated chocolate, 10 tablespoons

sugar, 2 oz. butter, 2 eggs, 1 cup of sour cream, vanilla extract

of sugar, 2 oz. of margarine and 2 tablespoons of water until

and baking powder. Divide the dough into 5 equal pieces.

thick. You want the chocolate to be smooth, so make sure the

Roll out each dough ball on a sheet of baking paper. I

sugar crystals have disappeared. Spread evenly on top layer of

normally do this on the back edge of a baking tray, so that all

slice. Leave to cool.

the dough layers are roughly the same rectangular / square size.

Transfer the dough on the baking paper onto the backside

Mađarica is normally cut into small rectangular pieces, and

of the baking tray and bake for 8-9 minutes, until the slice is

served best with Turkish-style black coffee

just golden brown. Be very careful when taking them out as the layers are quite thin and may break easily. Repeat with the

Dobar tek!

remaining 4 pieces.

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Balls 'n' All INDOOR CRICKET

breaches being identified by the league and sanctions being

'Tis the turn of the season with all teams having completed

imposed which may have a bearing on final placings. If the

their first encounters. Whilst the competition would usually

rumours are true and the sanctions are enforced, then there

be graded at this stage, the committee has decided to keep

could be some Kununurra flavour in the post season.

up the variety this year with all teams playing twice before the comp is separated into A and B grades.

OUTDOOR BASKETBALL With the footy season about to wrap up, it's time to

With plenty of room arund the net and the bar just a couple

bounce straight into outdoor basketball. The year will see

of metres away, why not enjoy a beverage and become part

Men's and Ladie's competitions running with nominations

of the action (included mixed levels of wit and banter). You

currently open. Check out the Community Noticeboard or

can catch all of the matches at the Ord River Sports Club.

the Kununurra Basketball Comp Facebook pages for more information.

KUNUNURRA BRUMBIES TOUCH FOOTBALL The mixed touch season is really heating up as the finals as

ALL ABILITIES SPORT & REC

fast approaching. Competition is tight at the top end of the

The EKJP All Abilities Sport & Rec team are pleased to be

ladde with most teams still in the mix for a finals berth. The

hosting a sports breakfast for all local clubs in August.

Brumby's committee is still seeking expressions of interest

With their timing survey about to close, make sure your club

for the Men's and Women's competitions to be run at the

has had their say in which day suits them best.

conclusion of the mixed season so be sure to register your interest.

Soon the date for the catered event (and hopefully a special guest) will be announced so head to the East Kimberley Job

EKFL

Pathways Facebook page for the latest information

The regular season has ended and it's looking like a Halls Creek heavy showdown with the Yardgee Dockers and Halls

If you’re a local club who would like to be included in our next

Creek Hawks finishing first and second respectively. At this

edition please reach out to us via kununurrasun@gmail.com -

stage there is no Kununurra teams in contention for finals

we want to make sure everyone is represented!

however, there are rumours spreading of potential team

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Twitching Hour BLACK-NECKED STORK (JABIRU) Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus This tall, stately stork with massive black bill is still commonly known as the "Jabiru'. Head and neck are highlighted by an iridescent shimmering green and purplish sheen. Movements are slow and deliberate as it stalks the shallows of tropical swamps; suddenly it unleashes a spearing jab of the powerful bill or dashes after prey with long strides and flapping wings. In flight, soars on long, broad wings. Habitats diverse, but often wetlands and their vicinity; prefers open freshwater environs, including the margins of billabongs, swamps, shallow flood waters over grassland, wet heath, watercourse pools, sewage farms, dams, adjacent grassland and savannah woodland. Less often on inter-tidal shoreline, margins of mangroves, mudflats and estuaries. Clacks the bill; sometimes gives guttural grunts, usually in threat or dancing displays. Moderately common across coastal N Aust.; becomes increasingly scarce southward on both E and NW coasts until it becomes a rare vagrant at southern and inland extremities of its range.

Breeding In the north, breeds most months with a peak Mar.-May. In NSW, eggs in nests Aug.-Nov. Builds a massive stick nest, 1.2-1.6 m, even 2 m, diameter, up to 1 m deep, put as high as possible in a tree standing in or near water; usually lower when in the more stunted trees of mangrove swamps; occasionally on a low bush or stump when surrounded by water. Clutch 2-4 eggs, tapered oval in shape, shell coarse-grained, white, soon stained grey or brown (75 x 53 mm).

Are you a keen twitcher? Send us your bird recommendations! Email them to kununurrasun@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram.

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