Tidings October/November 2019

Comfort Food Creamy Tuna Pasta Recipe

Next Stop, Leisure Precinct!

Development Updates

Valuable Volunteers Mary & Allan Manning

YOUNG AT HEART: LIFE LESSONS FROM 100-YEAR-OLD MARY DEVEREUX

INSIDE THIS ISSUE CEO’S COLUMN | GENERAL NEWS | WHAT’S ON: LOCAL AREA

OCTOBER DECEMBER/JANUARY / NOVEMBER 2018 2019

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Taking the bus from Bentley Park - See Page 12

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CEO’S COLUMN From Graham Francis

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SWANCARE NEWS

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Reports straight from SwanCare to you

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Cover image: SwanCare residents Mary & Allan Manning

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General notices

VOLUNTEERS CORNER Valuable all-rounders

VILLAGE HAPPENINGS Happenings close to home

All about Phalaenopsis - See Page 23

Mary Devereux turns 100 - See Page 18

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VILLAGE HAPPENINGS

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AUSTRALIND SNIPPETS

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WHAT I KNOW

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RESIDENT STORY

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RESIDENT STORY

Taking the bus from Bentley Park

Dragon boat dreaming

Frank Robinson

Life's what you make it!

- Mary Devereux

A Wonderful Journey - Dawn Inverarity

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Out and about - See Page 25

RECIPE Creamy tuna pasta with vegies

GARDENS INTEREST GROUP All about Phalaenopsis

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Your questions answered

OUT & ABOUT Photos from the village

WHAT'S ON: LOCAL AREA Activities to get involved in

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SwanCare News SwanCare Campaign Gives a Voice to Gratitude

AGED CARE

CEO’S COLUMN As this edition of Tidings goes to print, SwanCare gears up for the long-awaited opening of our new leisure precinct.

It is just amazing to see something that, just a short time ago, only existed on the pages of architectural plans come to life as something that is truly world class.

While we are planning various communications and events as we move closer to opening, I want to take this opportunity to again thank each and every resident of SwanCare Bentley Park for your patience and support during the construction period.

It certainly has been a challenge to construct a large, multi-purpose facility right on the doorstep of so many residents, and it simply wouldn’t have been possible without your help and understanding.

As the dust and noise settles, I hope that the inconveniences experienced during construction of the leisure precinct will fade into distant memory and you enjoy the opportunity to use the new amenities.

While construction will be completed very soon (mid-October) there will be a few weeks required to tidy and furnish the interiors while ironing out the functional, day-to-day operations of the centre.

We look forward to joining you for the official opening.

See you there.

Graham Francis, SwanCare CEO

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Letters Week 14-20 OCT

Highlighting Excellence in Aged Care

A week-long campaign will soon be launched

by SwanCare to recognise and celebrate quality aged care workers.

‘Letters Week’ will be held the week of 14 – 20 October 2019 to give an opportunity for aged care staff and residents to put pen to paper and write a note of appreciation to workers.

The campaign was inspired by a video recently produced by SwanCare where staff were surprised with such letters on camera. The response to the video was so overwhelming, it was decided to dedicate an entire week to lettersharing.

Enrolled nurse Marissa Ballard received a letter during the filming of the video and has gone on to become an ambassador of the initiative.

“In forty years, I haven’t received anything like this,” Marissa said. “That’s worth all the money in the world, isn’t it?!”

SwanCare CEO Graham Francis said if providers want to create positive experiences in aged care, they must engage and inspire their people.

“Letters Week is about celebrating these hardworking people and it is my hope that the campaign spreads across Australia in the coming years,” Graham said. “We hope that Letters Week reminds us all of the integral role that the aged care workforce play in our communities.” Mr Francis said.

If you would like to write a letter to a SwanCare staff member during Letters Week, letter stations will be available at Administration, SwanCare Waminda, SwanCare Tandara and SwanCare Kingia.

SwanCare Charity Golf Day The annual SwanCare Charity Golf Day is on Friday, October 18 at Meadow Springs Golf & Country Club.

The major sponsor for the 2019 event is ADCO Constructions – their second consecutive year of support is greatly appreciated.

This year marks the 10th year of sponsorship by City Toyota for the Hole-In-One competition

This year also marks the 10th year of sponsorship from City Toyota for the Hole-In-One competition. This year, a new Toyota Rav 4 GX is up for grabs to anyone who hits a hole-in-one on the allocated tee*.

Previous Golf Days have helped fund items such as a hospitality buggy, medical equipment and community projects.

SwanCare is a not-for-profit charitable organisation and is grateful for the support of the WA Business community.

After the event you will be able to visit www.swancare.com.au for highlights of the day. *Ts & Cs apply.

A Musical Success In August, SwanCare Waminda’s 'Young At Heart' Choir performed a very supercalifragilisticexpialidocious theatre production of Mary Poppins.

Ms Poppins’ most famous songs were performed in full costume on a speciallymade set, thanks to a team of residents, staff and volunteers who spent hours crafting, sewing and building in the lead up to the show. Thank you to all involved for your hard work.

SwanCare Waminda's 'Young At Heart' Choir

Of special note are two incredible volunteers, Waminda Choir Director Ray and Pianist Frank. Ray and Frank have been volunteering with SwanCare for many years. In Frank's words, “The real joy of working with the Waminda choir is seeing the pure joy on the resident's faces when they are achieving something.”

A special thanks to Glenice Sanders, Maxine Richter, SwanCare Op Shop, and Chameleon Hire for the costumes worn on the day.

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SwanCare News Development Update

Main Production Kitchen

We’re on the final stretch to the opening of the Leisure Precinct with SwanCare Ningana just around the corner.

The main production kitchen is now under construction and will be situated between SwanCare Kingia and SwanCare Tandara.

Alternate access to SwanCare Tandara will remain in place until construction completion.

Leisure Precinct Project The Leisure Precinct project is still on schedule with practical completion expected mid-October 2019, with the official opening scheduled for late November.

Phase one, demolition for the new kitchen construction, has been completed and site works are underway.

• The lower ground level of multi-level carpark will be open in October.

Construction is expected to be completed

by April 2020, followed by phase two which encompasses new SwanCare Tandara offices and an external façade. The entire project is expected to be complete mid-2020.

• A tidy up of affected resident gardens will continue into October.

SwanCare Waminda Kitchen

In the meantime:

• A new bore and irrigation system is being tested in time for site-wide watering commencing October, subject to weather conditions.

• Furniture and operational readiness tasks will be undertaken by SwanCare in November ready for a seamless opening.

SwanCare will be in touch with the various Village clubs and groups during October to plan storage, movement of equipment and other requirements prior to opening.

SwanCare Ningana A topping out ceremony took place on Wednesday 4th September 2019.

Fit-out is now underway with joinery and windows being installed while furniture orders and other operational requirements are being completed by SwanCare.

Practical completion is expected 31st January 2020 with opening expected in March 2020.

A waitlist is now available for interested residents – please contact Leanne LeBrun on 6250 0250.

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The demolition of the old kitchen is complete – thank you for your patience during these works. The installation and fit-out for new services, flooring and equipment is now being undertaken. The new kitchen is expected to open November 2019.

Maintenance Workshop The maintenance team are excited to be moving out of their temporary offices on Talbot Place and into their new workshop on Graham Crescent. The new space will allow room for a large workshop and break area for staff.

SwanCare will try to minimalise movement and noise whilst moving in, however it is expected a truck will move the sea container to its new location in early October.

Waminda Lift Modernisation An order has been placed for the modernisation of all three lifts at SwanCare Waminda. These lifts have a long manufacture and shipping time from Europe and are expected to be installed from March – July 2020. Downtime for each lift will be communicated prior to install.

Noticeboard Library Changes

Need Care Information?

Now Open Thursdays

Unsure of how to access support services?

Don’t know how to connect with the 'My Aged Care' platform? SwanCare has a team of staff members who can assist, offering guidance and information on:

For a three month trial the SwanCare Bentley Park library will be open for an additional morning each week.

During October, November and December the library will be open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings (9am - 12noon).

The library is also seeking suggestions of what residents would like in the way of activities or additional ideas, so please get in touch with Penny with your thoughts.

Victoria Park Inter-Loan Changes The Victoria Park Library are making changes that will directly affect our library's inter-loan service, renewals and monthly book exchange. There will be no inter-library loans issued until Monday 14th October 2019. In the meantime, please check our library, with thousands of titles you never know what you may find!

Rare Villa in Australind Rise 15 Whimbrel Way, Australind $459,000 This is a rare opportunity to live in SwanCare’s Australind Rise community! The home is set within the grounds of our gated community with first class amenities in a beautiful coastal location. This listing will not last long!

Call Margaret Robinson at Australind Rise on 0407 790 663 for more information.

• Connecting with the Government’s 'My Aged Care' platform • Information about funding, costs and services available • Planning for future care needs If you’re an independent living resident, you can speak to Resident Support on 6250 0020 for general information.

SwanCare At Home Manager Mechy Scharlach can also assist with home carerelated queries. Please call 6250 0300 or drop into the office on Talbot Avenue.

In addition, SwanCare Admissions Manager Leanne LeBrun is here to help with any residential care needs. Please call (08) 6250 0250 for further information.

Features of this home include: • 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom • Double garage with automatic door • Large master bedroom with en-suite & wardrobe • Well-appointed kitchen • Abundant dining and lounge area • Rainwater tank & lockable storeroom • Large alfresco under the main roof • Easy-care front and back yard • Ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning

Volunteers Corner

Valuable Volunteers: The All-rounders It is said that volunteering is a labour of love, and Mary and Allan Manning certainly love to be helpful within the community.

Mary and Allan have two fantastic children (and seven grandchildren), both had brilliant careers in their chosen fields, but eventually decided it was time to retire. They went on a huge caravan trip, but after they came back and settled back into retirement life, they found they didn’t want to sit still.

They both decided to volunteer for charities outside of SwanCare for many years, with Mary volunteering in an Op Shop and Allan being ‘Mr Fix It’ for the same shop.

Both Mary and Allan thought long and hard about the move to SwanCare and it took years of persuading from Mary’s Sister and Brotherin-law. “We moved our furniture in, slept on it and decided this is it! This is the right place for us. It’s a great place.” said Mary.

When Mary and Allan moved into the village just over 13 years ago, it was only natural to fall back into volunteering around the SwanCare community. They fit volunteering into their busy lifestyle and seem to love every moment!

Together, the Manning’s love delivering mail throughout the village, whilst independently Allan is a leader in a SwanCare recycling initiative and enjoys driving the SwanMobile.

“I love that job – getting to meet the people, particularly the regulars, as you see them every week. It feels good because I’m helping someone,” says Allan.

Mary now volunteers in our very own SwanCare Op Shop, as well as organising and participating in Mahjong and Bingo calling (although she is looking for help with this, if you want to take on a challenge!).

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Mary & Allan Manning

However, pottery is where her real passion lays, participating in the social group as well as helping run a class with residents at SwanCare Waminda.

“I encourage you to volunteer if you can, as you keep mentally and physically active. Staying active is a big part of your life as you get older,” says Allan.

Mary and Allan also wish to remind you after you have finished with your Tidings magazine, please recycle it!

A huge thank you to Mary and Allan who contribute a huge number of hours per month.

We couldn’t do it without you - we appreciate all that you and the other volunteers do on a daily basis.

If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer please get in contact with Karen Parker on 6250 0010 or email karen.parker@swancare.com.au

Village Happenings Line Dancing

Village Residents Advisory Council The current Council members have all agreed to re-nominate, and we are hoping that there will be several new nominations to bring new energy and ideas to the Council meetings. The VRAC look forward to introducing the 2019/20 Councillors on the October Coffee Morning gathering on October the 15th!

SwanCare's Administration team joined in the fun

In September the Administration team came down and joined us for a class. Our regular members really enjoyed new people coming down and giving it a go, and I know the Administration team really enjoyed themselves too with lots of laughs had.

Anyone can do this, two left feet or dancing shoes! The main aim of Line Dancing is for you to enjoy yourself, get some exercise while improving your balance, and meet likeminded residents – we try not to take it too seriously.

The dances are adaptable to most ages and abilities and you are able to choose which dances you want to do, no pressure to do all of them.

Why not come along and join in the fun! Watch or join in - each class is fully instructed and we're a very friendly group who welcome one and all. Morning tea is provided when the dance is finished with a $1 donation.

Come and try every Monday at 9.30am (or 9.15am if you want to try a more difficult dance) in the Auditorium. For further information please contact me, Pam Hind on 0431 102 103 or 9470 4139.

Pam Hind

Crossword Answers (pg 24) Across - 1) activity, 3) swimming, 5) landscape, 8) lounge, 9) lawn bowls, 12) pavilion Down - 2) timetable, 4) garden, 6) sundownder, 7) gymnasium, 10) studio, 11) library

We have had a variety of interesting speakers at the monthly Coffee Morning, and with updates from both Paul and Graham, the completion of the new Leisure Precinct feels very close. It will take some time for it to become fully operational, but the official opening and some activities should be happening before Christmas. So find your bathers (or buy a new pair!) and be ready to try out the new pool and facilities.

The final Coffee Morning for the year will be on November 19th, when Paul and Graham give us their summary of how the year has gone, and what we might look forward to around the village in 2020.

Ellen Clair

Bentley Park Show Everything is underway for the 2019 Bentley Park Show on Saturday 26th October at 10am.

I hope everyone is planning their entries in whichever section you wish to enter!

I must thank all the Residents who have offered to help in all areas. It is daunting to arrange a show of this kind, but with everyone’s help I am sure it will be a success!

I think the Residents and Staff of this Village are very special people and I feel privileged to live here. Hope to see you all at the 2019 Bentley Park Show!

Maureen Grickage

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Village Happenings Fish n Chips on Stratton Father’s Day was celebrated at our September Concert with Barbara Stevenson delighting us with her usual style as well as a fabulous luncheon as always. We encourage everyone to come along in October as we welcome the spring season in with Brett Nosworthy entertaining us.

This very popular event is held on the 1st Friday of each month. Cost is $15.00 which includes drinks (red & white wine, beer, soft

drink & juice), nibbles, and fish and chips served with a fresh garden salad. As well as, one hour of entertainment followed by a delicious afternoon tea.

Booking in advance is essential to ensure we have enough food for everyone. Bookings can be made on the day for the following month or by phoning Lesley Foster on 6250 0590.

See you in the Auditorium in October!

Fish n Chips on Stratton Committee

Residents enjoying the luncheon

Cath Charles & Lois Dyson

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Ruth & Peter Graieg

SwanCare Kingia/Tandara/ Waminda Auxiliary

Penny’s Book Review 'Marked For Life'

by Emelie Schepp

The Annual Spring Lunch was held on 26th September and the new caterers were well received.

Due to the date being so close to our usual meeting date, the October monthly meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday 22nd of October at 1.30pm. The meeting will be followed by a fashion parade by Kimbos (The brand that has taken over Cameo Loretta with same type of clothing). This is a great time to update your summer wardrobe!

Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 26th November and we would like to see some new faces on the committee. Please give some thought to joining the committee for the coming year!

Phyl Leavy

Swan Village Bowling Club The club AGM was held on the 12th of September - thank you to those members who attended and made it a successful meeting. A new committee was elected and all positions were filled. All executive positions were filled by the retiring members and the remaining committee places refilled by retiring members plus two new members.

Our next outing is our Christmas luncheon at the RAAFA retirement village in Bullcreek on 28th of November. Watch our notice board for more details of menu, cost and pickup times.

We are still bowling with the Bentley Bowling Club on Monday and Saturday mornings and on Wednesday afternoon followed by our usual happy hour. New and long-time residents are welcome to join the club and participate in a game of bowls and our social events.

Jim Leavy

Emelie Schepp is a Swedish author who writes crime novels centred around Norrkoping, a city in Sweden.

‘Marked for Life’ is a thrilling crime novel where Jana Berzelius leads the investigation of the discovery of a high ranking head of the Migration Board is found shot dead in his living room by his wife. There are no shortage of suspects, including his wife, but no one expects to find mysterious child sized fingerprints in this childless home.

This book is in our SwanCare Bentley Park library and the two books that follow it, ‘Marked for Revenge’ and ‘Slowly We Die’ are available through inter-library loan from the Victoria Park library when services re-open.

While I am finding this story slow-going it is a great read, leaving you wondering how it is all going to tie together.

Swan Grocery Store New phone number: 9470 6021 OPEN 8AM-4PM MONDAY-SATURDAY (closed Sundays and Public Holidays)

Tien and Phoung welcome you!

• Home deliveries available across Bentley Park (minimum $15).

• Range of freshly prepared salads, fruit and vegetables.

• Everyday products at a great price.

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Village Happenings

Taking the Bus from Bentley Park

Catch a bus from Adie Court to a large number of destinations

SwanCare Bentley Park is fortunate to have a number of key Transperth bus routes that stop right in the heart of the village.

Lesley Foster and Deirdre (or Dee) Sanders recently went on a brilliant trip into the city and would like to recommend their trip if you are looking for something to do.

Lesley and Dee travelled by public transport to attend the Biggest Morning Tea recognition function at the Art Gallery of Western Australia located at the Perth Cultural Centre.

Before the recognition ceremony commenced they had to the opportunity to have a tour of the Art Gallery exhibition. The exhibition was called the ‘The Botanical: Beauty and Peril’ which explores the abundant beauty of the botanical world and the threats that assail it.

“The botanical exhibition and tour was very interesting. Janet Holmes à Court sponsored the exhibition.” says Lesley.

“After morning tea, Joanne from Cancer Council announced that WA raised 1.3 million dollars from the Biggest Morning Teas. What an effort!” said Lesley.

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Whilst in the city they decided they would go a few more places before going back on the bus to SwanCare. “We decided to explore the other exhibits held in the Art Gallery then we walked to Yagan Square for a little look around.” said Lesley.

They found it very easy to get home! “We then hopped on the 75 bus back to the Village. We both enjoyed our cultural morning!” said Lesley.

That sure does sound like a lovely day Lesley and Dee! Buses from Adie Court and Curtin bus station go to a number of places including but not limited to 13 shopping centres, 8 large parks, 11 places of interest, and 2 hospitals. Explore even further by catching multiple buses or modes of transport with train and interchange bus stations on routes going from Adie Court or Curtin Bus Station (end of Adie Court).

If you are not sure of the route you need to take, Transperth will be able to help. Timetables are located at bus stops and at reception, call 13 62 13, or try www.transperth.wa.gov.au.

Oh, the places you’ll go! Here’s a snapshot of just some of the places you can travel via public transport direct from SwanCare Bentley Park.

Circle Route 998 and 999

Route 75

Route 998 clockwise and 999 anti-clockwise

Elizabeth Quay Bus Station to Canning Vale via Victoria Park

• Fremantle Station • Murdoch University • Curtin University • Oat Street Train Station • Belmont Forum • Ascot Racecourse • Morley Galleria • Dianella Plaza • Stirling Train Station • QEII Medical Centre • University Of WA

• Elizabeth Quay Bus Station • London Court • Victoria Park Transfer Station • Raphael Park • Canning River/Riverton Bridge Park • Riverton Forum • Morley Galleria • Canning Vale Markets Weekday and weekend services.

Refer to Timetable 15.

• Methodist Ladies College • Cottesloe

Route 284

• North Fremantle

Belmont Forum Shopping Centre to Curtin University Bus Stations via Albany Hwy

Weekday and weekend services.

Refer to Timetable 200.

• Faulkner Park • Belmont Forum • Tomato Lake

Route 72

• Carlisle Train Station

Elizabeth Quay Bus Station to Cannington Station via Curtin University Bus Station

• The Park Centre

• Perth Cultural Centre • Perth Zoo • South Perth Library • Como Hotel • George Burnett Park

• Victoria Park Hotel • Victoria Park Central Shopping Centre • Curtin University Weekday services only.

Refer to Timetable 90.

• Waterford Plaza • Curtin University Weekday and weekend services.

Refer to Timetable 15.

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Australind Snippets Dragon Boat Dreaming

By Roslyn Webb My husband and I travelled to Kununurra at the beginning of June, where I had a chance to paddle the Ord River with 120 other Dragons Abreast women from other states. I registered 10 paddlers from my team ‘The Crewsaders’, who wanted to paddle the 55kms from the dam wall right down into the town area.

We started out at 4.30am going by bus to the Lake Resort for breakfast at 6am, then down to the start to load boats – eight in total. We set off at 7.00am with 14 paddlers and a steerer in most boats.

After getting through some fast water we then settled into a rhythm. Taking in all the scenery whilst paddling, I saw a couple of fresh water crocodiles sunning themselves on the riverbank, the abundant bird life, and was in awe of the gorge's amazing colours. It was just magic!

The event was not a race, it’s purely fun, fitness and inclusiveness for Dragons Abreast members. After two and a half hours of paddling, on a warm 35 degree day, we stopped for morning tea, lunch and a few breaks in between.

We arrived back at the Kimberley Waterfront Caravan Park at 4.30pm. The club in Kununurra put on a magic dinner, drinks and dancing on the lawn by the edge of the water. We all had a great day!

The rest of the days were taken up with boat rides on the dam, drinking champagne, and swimming in the lake. We also had a tour of El Questro Station where the movie 'Australia' was filmed. We climbed up gorges, sat in warm natural springs, ate barramundi for lunch, and took in the countryside of the red dirt ranges and its wildlife.

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Paddling the Ord River

CEO’s Coffee Club In early September SwanCare’s CEO Graham Francis and Executive Assistant Karen Parker hit the road CEO's Coffee Club to bring the CEO’s Coffee Club south for the first time.

Morning tea was shared with thirteen of the SwanCare Australind Rise residents at the Corners on King Café at the Leschenault Quays, Bunbury.

It was a great occasion for Graham and the residents to catch up on a social level, away from the formality of residents meetings.

Graham informed the residents of exciting projects happening at SwanCare Bentley Park, but the conversation was mostly on shared interests including golf and the serious end of the AFL season. Fun was had by all and agreed upon that the CEO Coffee Club South-West road trip should become an annual event.

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What I Know

Chasing the fire Frank Robinson is your typical Aussie bloke with a baritone voice and jovial personality. We sat down and had a chat about what Frank has learnt over the years.

Frank left school two weeks before his 14th birthday with several job offers. He started his working life as a messenger boy for Diesel Motors in Bentley, then at 14 years of age applied for an apprenticeship with United Motors as a Blacksmith. “I was a practical sort of a person, I didn’t want to be sitting in an office” said Frank. The pay was average, but Frank was determined to work with his hands and do something he loved.

Frank has had over 45 jobs in his lifetime, most of them in his chosen trade, besides time doing National Service, but his favourite was owning his own business.

“Most of the work that we did was wrought iron in the Peppy (Peppermint) Grove, Mosman Park, and Claremont area. We were there for 25 years! We would pull up to a job in a little old grey Dyna truck, start installing our work, and someone from up the road would come in and say “Frank, I’ve got a little job for you to have a look at, would you come and see me?” Word of mouth worked well for us” said Frank.

“Over the time that we owned our own business, we employed quite a few people who loved what they did and it showed! We did brilliant work!”

Frank said.

Frank has been a mentor to many new artists of the trade. “There aren’t a lot of females in the Blacksmith industry, but I have had the pleasure of working with one really talented young lass.

She was a Swiss kindergarten teacher turned Australian Blacksmith apprentice. I remember this one home in Wembley that we were working on. I asked her to design a wrought iron flower for the fence, make it, and put it in. She did a brilliant job,” Frank said.

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Frank Robinson

Sifting through the pages of a photo album Frank brought with him, he had so many interesting stories to share. Each photo brought back memories, not just of the job, but the people involved with it. Penny McGregor’s (Mrs Mac’s founder) domed ceiling with a round sky light, plate carriers, tables, chairs, gates and signage at Sitella Winery, working day and night at Coco’s in South Perth decorating columns and a few other pieces, and Don Russell’s (WA home building trail blazer) home including gates, fences, pergola, balcony railing, internal staircase, and balustrading down to the cellar – just to name a few.

His biggest accomplishment came early in his career, which was the Ord River Diversion Dam. “Back in the early 60’s we were building the flood gates in Welshpool and I put 30,000 rivets in without ear muffs or safety glasses.

Later I went up to Kununurra for three months working in a different role, and I watched those flood gates open and it lowered the water level by about a foot. I stood there very proudly thinking ‘my rivets have worked’. That was one of the great jobs!” Frank said.

Frank sold his business many years ago, but keeps a small amount of machinery and material on his business partner/son’s block of land at Calingiri, just shy of two hours North-East of Perth. “When we get a bit of an order from a client we get in our vehicles and go to Calingiri, via Bindoon to stop and have a cup of coffee and pastry at the Bindoon Bakehaus. We have a caravan on the block and if the job runs longer than a day we camp in that,” Frank said.

Blacksmithing has rapidly changed since Frank started as a young boy. “The art form of Blacksmithing has gone from the village Blacksmith sitting at his work desk sketching it out with a bit of chalk, to in some cases, the engineers and I.T. people sitting in an office sketching it, drawing it, drafting it up, and 3D printing it,” Frank said.

For all of his amazing works of art and hard work in the Blacksmith industry, Frank received an honorary life membership at the Blacksmith Association of WA. To ensure the art form doesn’t die out, Frank currently mentors a group of young women and men at the Association where he spends a lot of his time. “Some of them tend to shy away from the flame, but they need to bring the flame closer. It comes natural to me, and that’s the part I find hard as I expect them to know that. I have learnt to very slowly go over the techniques and how I do it, so I can pass the trade to the next generation,” Frank said.

The people that Frank mentors are from many walks of life, such as an SAS trooper, an airline pilot, brickies, I.T. experts, and business men.

“It’s a creative outlet from every day stressors in their life” Frank said. As well as being a Blacksmith mentor, he also has spent 42 years volunteering as a Freemason – believe it or not at the same lodge Richard Cleaver was involved in many years ago!

Frank came to SwanCare Bentley Park with his wife around five years ago. “I haven’t really got involved in a heck of a lot, because I’m involved in many other things outside of SwanCare,” Frank said. Though he has found time to be a proud member of the All Sorts

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Choir and SwanCare Waminda theatre shows.

Frank adores his membership in the choir and commends Harry Williams (Choir Master) for pulling together 24 people, into a harmonious little group. “He is brilliant!” said Frank. Frank’s trademark baritone notes can be clearly heard at their performances and was particularly noted at a Flashmob they created recently at Westfield Carousel.

Frank has had a fantastic assortment of jobs and fun-filled adventures, but always loves to come home to his family at the end of every day.

“Throughout all of this I’ve had a lady, Barbara, that’s looked after me and supported me for coming up to 58 years, life has been pretty good!”

Frank said. He has nothing but beautiful things to say of his wife, three children, and many grand-children – though he hopes he will see some great grandchildren soon!

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Resident Story

Life’s what you make it!

Independence, humility and a good love story has kept this 100-year-old young at heart Every morning, Mary Devereux attends to the same routine. Make the bed, get washed and dressed and, finally, do hair and makeup.

“I can’t go and eat my breakfast unless the bed’s made and I’ve got my makeup on and my hair on,” Mary laughs.

Mary recently celebrated her 100th birthday at SwanCare Waminda care facility where she shared her words of wisdom with her beloved family and staff.

Looking back, 54 was her best age. “At 54 I was a Grandma and it made my life. I would look after the children every Friday, I’d bake scones and little butterfly cakes for them, they loved coming and they would always ask to stay the night.”

And the answer was always yes, according to Mary.

Mary was born in 1919 just outside Aberdeen, Scotland.

“Some of my favourite memories were when I was growing up with Mum and Dad. We had working dogs because dad was a game keeper.

Dad said you can clean the kennel up and give them fresh water and all that, and I loved doing that. It wasn’t a very exciting job, but it was a necessary job and the dogs looked at you as if to say that’s good of you!”

Mary has lived all over the world, including Africa, and immigrated to Australia after her two daughters arrived first.

“They said “Mum you would love it here” so we came over, and that’s it, we’ve loved it very much,” Mary said.

Mary has enjoyed an active life with her hobbies including walking and running.

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Mary Devereux cuts her 100th birthday cake

“I loved it! Bob and I used to go walking in the hills. He took many photographs and he would speed them up to see me running up the hill, and that’s just one of the things that I loved about him.”

Mary has been a resident at SwanCare Bentley Park for over 20 years with her husband Bob, who recently passed away.

“I said to Bob one day, because he was getting older too, look I will go over to Waminda and you stay here (in the retirement village) and you can come over and see me. He said are you sure?

I said I want to do that so that you’ve got some life and I can live the life that I’ve chosen, so that’s what we did!”

Mary naturally tends to “go with the flow” of life ups and downs, which has helped shape a resilient and optimistic personality.

“The last time I went to Scotland was just before Dad was 84 and I was just about getting in the car and I ran back and hugged him. I thought, well, I might not see him again. That was that!

“I just go along with the flow. I was always just happy whatever I was doing. Nothing ever got me really annoyed.”

Mary with SwanCare CEO Graham Francis

These days, reading is something that keeps Mary entertained.

“I enjoy reading love stories! I get three books every fortnight from the village and I love them.

It’s either love stories or detective stories. In detective stories you’re looking to see when they’ve caught them – that keeps your brain going and love stories keep you soft and gentle.

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Mary’s words of advice for a long and happy life?

“Life is what you make it! Don’t expect somebody else to do anything for you and always be nice to people. If you’ve been rude to someone, be sure to say on the next day I’m sorry if I was rude to you or spoke unkind.

“I never thought I’d get to 100 – I just soldiered on and then someone said “You’ll be 100 your next birthday.” I don’t know if I wanted to be 100 but I do love life!”

There are so many activities on offer at SwanCare Bentley Park - along with a full suite of services and world-class amenities. To plan your perfect day at SwanCare, play our interactive game and you could win an Apple iPad! SwanCare residents! Refer your friends to plan their perfect day and YOU could win $100!

Make sure they add your name in the referral box when they enter at: www.swancare.com.au/planyourperfectday Entries close 31st October 2019. T&Cs apply.

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Resident Story

Dawn Inverarity: A Wonderful Journey

By Shirley Barnes This happy, and seemingly always immaculate, lady was born in Kellerberrin, WA, on 19th April 1929 to a farming family. She was the eldest child to Rollo and Edie, followed by Sister Glyn and Brother Max. Dawn went to school there but lived in many places as an adult.

In the 1950s, after an initial apprenticeship in an Aunt’s Busselton hairdressing salon, she and two long-term friends, Esme Smith and Lesley Styles decided to travel extensively in the North West of WA and the Outback of Australia on a ‘Working Holiday’ for two years in a 1938 15cwt green utility they named ‘Laura’.

Laura proved to be indispensable for the trip as well as reliable, by manoeuvring the girls through many unusual experiences with barely an extra cough or gurgle; refusing to give up whether she was chugging through a major thunder storm, a massive sand storm, a creek of unknown depth or a seemingly bottomless and endless mud patch. The trio also gained a great deal of experience in providing extra strength when required, by pushing and pulling the vehicle – along with much chanting - to get extra power.

Laura had a covered back and was used for carting luggage and some fairly basic equipment: for sleeping purposes, changing clothes and as part of an overall hut for domestic purposes.

They camped in various styles of accommodation for quite lengthy periods, with Laura as the stable base, adding various other bits and pieces at times. They camped in locations which would not be permitted today, including a crevasse in the rocks at the bottom of Uluru, various famous beaches, semi-private gardens, virtually in riverbeds and waterfalls, and alongside very small creeks which turned into roaring floods, rapidly lifting the level of

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Good friend Golda Pridmore (left) and Dawn (right)

the water when they did not hear rain pouring down in the night.

Note, this was in time when generally females did not undertake such an adventure without male assistance, major equipment, up-to-date transport, excellent maps and an itinerary.

In hindsight, the friends appeared to be very dissimilar in nature but liked many of the same things and all had a great sense of humour. They worked very well as a team.

Esme was described as an organiser, calm and sensible in adverse circumstances; thought before she acted; was an excellent driver of Laura in all weathers and road conditions; was good with money – and on the lookout for a ‘workable money-making concern’ and scared stiff of all insects.

Dawn was a hairdresser, usually immaculate and an excellent cook/ preparer/planner of meals.

The joint ‘pottering about’ of these two allowed Lesley - an artist - to ‘think about things’ and write poetry. She was scared of thunder and lightning but not insects, also liked to cook and make fires and fire-places and do the washing sometimes.

They also acquired a Border Collie puppy – duly named Coconut – which Esme and Dawn virtually ‘press-ganged’ Lesley into saving in Townsville. Coconut grew rapidly, had very clean habits, was an excellent watchdog and proved to be a friend to cheer everyone up and a great companion in a variety of situations.

For cash during their travels, they did a variety of jobs, including virtually anything they thought they could do; Lesley using her artistic skills to paint pictures for sale, cleaning up shop fronts and providing sign writing in towns among other things; Esme acting as organiser and map reader; Dawn and Esme picking beans, carrots, grapes, other fruit and vegetables whatever was in season - and Dawn tried her hand at cooking and producing magnificent cuisines.

family branch that cared for them and entered them in greyhound races; and she acted as a mentor to many people over the years. She never married – although she said she had vague thoughts about it a couple of times.

Lesley retired to the North West of Western Australia, while Dawn and Esme retired to the SwanCare Bentley Park retirement village.

Esme passed away about 10 years ago and Dawn lived here for over 19 years, amongst some very close friends and family members she saw on a regular basis.

She played lawn bowls for a time but found it was not good for her back, however she continued to work at SwanCare Tandara for over 10 years, with another close friend in the Village, Golda Pridmore.

At the end of their trip around Australia, the girls left Coconut with Esme’s parents in Southern Cross where the dog proceeded to dig up a beloved garden but eventually settled down happily. They sold Laura and it was like parting with a family member.

She also liked to play games of Mahjong and Chess; supported Probus and the Belmont Village Auxiliary; assisted with the paper recycling in the Paper Shed, and enjoyed social events in the Village. Dawn was greatly loved by an extended family and many friends, noted The trio caught virtually the next boat to Britain. for enjoying life and having lots of fun, but also acting as a mentor to other people, as required.

Dawn spent three - four years in London, working for three years at the Readers’ Digest in It was a pleasure knowing her and she is sadly Fleet Street, and travelled extensively in Europe missed, as could be seen at her Memorial Service which was warm and heartfelt, with and Asia before returning to Australia. tributes from family and club members.

In later life, Dawn owned salons at times in VALE DAWN. various locations, including Kellerberrin; also launched one of the first variety stores in WA specialising in party novelties, and owned a Note: My thanks to Lesley Styles for background house in Yunderup for some years which was information via her book “Oh Laura…Didden We a favourite holiday spot for family and friends Laugh!” written and published by Lesley in 1982, and the location for really excellent parties. and to Dawn’s family and her close friend Golda, for A snapshot of Dawn’s life shows that she was assistance regarding dates etc. a very good business woman and started up a variety of successful businesses over the years.

She was interested in a wide range of activities and issues, including joining family groups in fox hunting, and being a good shot, especially enjoyed pitting herself against her father. She also loved greyhounds and was part of the

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Recipe

Creamy Tuna Pasta with Vegies Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 15 mins

| Serves: 4

Ingredients

Method

• • • • • • • • • • • •

1. Cook pasta in boiling water according to packet instruction. Drain and set aside when done.

2. While the pasta is cooking, spray frypan with oil and fry onions till soft.

3. Add garlic and mushrooms and fry for a few minutes.

4. Add zucchini and fish and cook until zucchini is just soft.

5. Add evaporated milk and heat through.

6. In a small bowl mix flour with a little water and mix to make a smooth paste.

7. Add flour paste and peas to the vegetable and milk mixture and heat for a few minutes, stirring until sauce is thickened.

8. Add cheese, cracked pepper and pasta and stir through.

350 g pasta shapes (spiral or bows) Olive or canola oil spray 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 200 g mushroom, sliced 1/2 zucchini, chopped 185 g can tuna or salmon, drained 375 mL low-fat evaporated milk 2 tsp plain flour 1 cup frozen peas 1/2 cup reduced-fat cheese, grated Pepper, to taste

Adapted with permission from LiveLighter.

LiveLighter® State of Western Australia 2019 www.livelighter.com.au

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Gardens Interest Group

All About Phalaenopsis In August the Gardens Interest Group had a guest speaker in to talk about everything Phalaenopsis Orchids. This is a beautiful flowering plant, that some can find difficult to keep alive and healthy. The talk was very interesting and the group certainly had a few tips to take home and work with.

For those who did not attend, but would like to know more, here are a few tips to help you get started: • Keep plant moist, not wet • You can mist plants in hot weather, but ensure you dry crown to prevent mould • Place in a well ventilated spot away from heaters and air conditioners (prefers 15C to 30C) • Fertilize regularly with a weak balanced soluble fertilizer • Keep the leaves clean • Re-pot into fresh orchid bark (not soil) at least 20mm in size when roots are crowding out the pot

Like what you have read? Share your knowledge and bring your questions to the Gardens Interest Group!

Meetings are held in the Coffee Lounge (2nd floor in the Administration building).

Important to note: • The lowest leaf will turn yellow and drop off from time to time, this is normal but you should have two or more green leaves intact at any time.

• If the bulk of the leaves are pale green or yellowish there could be too much light or not enough fertilizer. Try moving the plant to a different area.

• Don’t remove the flower spike once the flowers have finished! Just cut to above the top sheath on the stem and you may get new spikes.

Upcoming dates: Sunday, 20 October 2019 2:00PM - Native/Grevilleas Sunday, 17 November 2019 2:00PM - Christmas ornament wreaths/ flower arrangements. (Christmas meeting, bring a plate to share)

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Letters to the Editor To the Editor, Did you know that Curtin University are building apartments, retail shops and a cinema?

And at The Park Centre shopping centre the herbs in planter boxes outside the centre are free for the public to pick?

Also, Channel 32 has 24 hour movies.

Maria.

Thanks for the tips, Maria. Indeed, there are so many great things happening only a few kilometres from SwanCare Bentley Park including the new $300 million mini-city at Curtin University with oncampus apartments, shops, offices and a boutique hotel.

Also, did you know the old Brownlie Towers site is also moving ahead quickly? Demolition is complete

and will be turned into temporary parklands prior to permanent development commencing.

These parklands will feature trail paths and seating made from recycled materials, a learn-to-ride bike course, running track, parkour course, basketball court, skate facilities and an outdoor classroom for local schools. When complete, the space will provide 1,500 new homes, parkland and recreation spaces as well as community, commercial and retail shops.

The redevelopments of The Park Centre, now called Hawaiian’s Park Centre, is now complete and the herb gardens are growing quickly. Why not jump on the free bus that runs from Adie Court every Tuesday morning at 9.10am? Call Centre Management on 9426 8897 for details.

Finally, we’ve done a quick Google search and have indeed confirmed that channel 32 is a new 24-hour movie channel called SBS World Movies Free-To-Air. I think I have my entertainment sorted for tonight, thanks again Maria! - Ed.

Crossword - Complete the crossword puzzle below.

Name:

All words are related to SwanCare Bentley Park and its new LeisureCrossword Precinct. crossword puzzle below - all words are taken from things related to SwanCare Be Across Complete theDown new Leisure Precinct.

1 2 1. A general 2. A schedule for recreational pursuit something to take 3 or pastime place at a particular time 4 3. Something you go to the pool to do 4. A place where plants grow 5 6 5. To lay out an area 7 of land with plants & 6. An event at ornamental features sunset, usually with 8 refreshments 8. A place to relax with family and/or 7. You go there to get friends the heart rate up and 9 10 use your lungs 11 9. Smooth objects tumbling down a 12 green surface (4,5) 12. Decorative building used as a shelter in a park or large garden

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10. Somewhere to create art in a space 11. Go there to feed your mind

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Out & About

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What’s On: Local Area StrokeSafe Prevention Seminar Do you know the signs of a stroke? This is very useful information to know from the Stroke Foundation. Use this event as a refresher or learn some new skills!

Where: Riverton Library, 67 Riley Rd When: Tue, October 8, 10:00AM – 11:00AM Cost: Free

A Swag Full of WA History – Sharing Our Stories

Contact: Tickets online at Eventbrite or call (08) 9231 0944

Join Heritage Librarian Peter Edwards as he takes you on a stroll through little known WA stories. Was the Barrack Street Bridge ever moved? What was the purpose of the little tunnel beneath it? Come along to learn the answers to these questions.

Where: State Library of Western Australia, 25 Francis St, Perth When: Tues, 29 October, 5:00PM to 6:00PM

The League of Extraordinary Knitters An informal knitting circle to knit, share patterns, enjoy a cuppa, have some friendly conversation, and make new friends!

Where: Ruth Faulkner Library, 215 Wright St, Cloverdale When: 10am – 12 noon. Fortnightly on Tuesdays - October 8, October 22, November 5, November 19

Wednesday Food Market Explore Curtin’s food trucks are as delicious as they are diverse. Whether you’re looking for a hearty, healthy lunch or just a sweet snack, the mouth-watering meals from Curtin’s food trucks always delight.

Perth 4WD & Adventure Show The Perth 4WD and Adventure Show is back for 2019, and is going to be huge! All the latest new products for 4wdriving, caravanning, camping, fishing and more.

Where: McCallum Park, Victoria Park

Where: The Creative Quarter, Curtin Uni

When: Fri, November 8 – Sun, November 10

When: Wednesdays, 11:00AM – 2:00PM

Cost: Tickets from $9

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Family History Talks and Tours Join the Library's Subject Specialists on the last Wednesday of each month for tours of the J.S. Battye Library of West Australian History. Discover key resources available for exploring your family history and re-imaging stories.

Where: J.S. Battye Library, top of the State Library of Western Australia, 25 Francis St, Perth When: Wed, October 30, and Wed, November 27, 11:00AM – 12.30PM

Vic Park Farmers' Market Under the beautiful Morton Bay fig trees you will find an array of stall holders selling locally sourced produce, fresh baked goods, gourmet and organic foods and artisan products.

Where: John McMillan Park, Kent St, Victoria Park

Riverton Knitting Club Get your wool and knitting needles ready!

This is an opportunity to get out of the house and be with like-minded individuals while doing a favourite past time. Free – all are welcome!

Where: Riverton Library, 67 Riley Rd

When: Every Sunday in October and November, 8:00AM – 12:00PM (Noon)

When: Thurs, October 3, and Thurs, November 7, 2019. 9:30AM – 12:00PM

Know Your Suburb: Queens Park, East Cannington & Welshpool

Community Support Event

Discover the history of Queens Park, East Cannington and Welshpool. Find out about the Woodlupine murder, Sister Kate's orphanage and the wartime munitions factory in Welshpool. We would also welcome any stories or photos you have to share.

Where: Cannington Library, Cannington Leisureplex, 233 Sevenoaks St When: Thu, November 14, 1:30PM – 2:30PM Cost: Free

Are you a member of a local community group and interested in learning how Bunning's can support you? Head along to our Community Safety & Recognition Night.

Bring any questions you have surrounding fundraising BBQs and Bunning's EVP's commitment to our community. Light refreshments provided.

Where: Bunnings, East Victoria Park When: Wednesday 16th October, 5:30PM - 6:30PM Contact: Visit www.bunnings.com.au/stores/ wa/east-victoria-park or call (08) 6250 4600

Contact: (08) 6350 7300

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