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New roster at OD WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

ore than 1000 BHP Billiton Olympic Dam employees will move to a week on, week off roster from August onwards. BHP Billiton last week announced its decision to implement the new roster after conducting consultation with employees and community stakeholders.

The move will affect those working in the operational sector and a small number of the supporting functional team. BHP Billiton Olympic Dam asset president Jacqui McGill said following an “extensive” consultation process she believed an “equitable” outcome had been reached. “We believe these are the right work arrangements to take Olympic Dam into our next period of development and operation in South

Australia,” she said. “This process was all about listening to our people – with over 85 per cent of the more than 1100 impacted people taking the opportunity to tell us what they wanted via our poll.” An anonymous poll of affected employees last month saw 70 per cent of votes in favour of the new roster. Further consultation sessions were then held with employees, community representatives and contracting partners.

In the coming months, Ms McGill said the human resources, mine and surface and health, safety and environment teams would be working closely together to ensure the transition was managed smoothly and safely. “We are of course acutely aware that changes like this can have a significant impact on employees, their families and the community, so we’ll continue to work closely with these groups throughout the transition,”

she said. “Above all, I’d like to thank the team for their participation in this process because, as I’ve said many times before, our people are Olympic Dam’s most valuable resource.” Ms McGill said detailed transition plans would be developed for each roster over the coming weeks. ‘Managing change’ sessions will also be offered for employees and families, with details of these to be provided closer to the date.

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trategic plans for around $25 million in projects will be outlined this week as part of the draft Roxby Downs Sport and Recreation Master Plan.

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ocals were treated to an entertaining one-all draw between West Torrens Birkalla and the Croydon Kings during the PlayStation 4 National Premier League Regional Round match on Saturday night. FULL STORY PAGE 4

Croydon Kings shirts were given out to local ‘mascots’ during Regional Round festivities on Saturday night. PHOTO: Adam Butler

The document – created by Adelaide-based One Eighty Sports and Leisure Solutions in consultation with Roxby Downs sporting clubs and the local council – will be available for comment for 21 days. The feedback will be taken on board while further changes are made to the plan, and a final document is set to be released next month. “We have included a lot of options,” said One Eighty director Mark Band. “They are all aligned in the draft plan so they are readable, usable and practical.” The master plan includes designs for a new dog park in the old caravan park area behind the town oval, along with proposed changes to play spaces and suggestions for where new ones could be built. Designs for a new-look central precinct – including reshaping and relocating the ovals, new netball courts, more car parking spaces, new clubrooms and a new youth play space – also feature in the draft document. A centralised unit is proposed to provide power and lighting to the motocross, sporting car club and go kart tracks. Also a Roxby Downs Scout Hall would be established at the Roxby Downs Racecourse under the proposed plans. “There are certainly some exciting projects,” Mr Band said. “We have arranged some work that can be implemented quickly, like the play spaces or the dog park, but if the cost is too expensive we can implement the changes in stages. “The community is ready for action, and we have a number of projects that are aligned with those needs and that we can start work on quickly.” Mr Band said he was expecting the plan’s $25 million price tag to be the biggest talking point when the draft is released this week. However, he said there was always a “cocktail” of funding options and the projects would be broken up into three phases – one to three years, three to five years and five to 10 years. “There is no one bucket of funding – there are a number of solutions and avenues,” he said. “The successful ones plan and seek the support of a number of local groups and organisations like the council and then seek funding.” Once the master plan has been finalised it will be handed to the Roxby Downs Sport and Recreation Steering Committee to be used as a blueprint for future developments. BY PATRICK GLOVER

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Reserve tour season begins WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

fter the excitement of the 2015 centenary, this year’s Anzac Day event is set to have a more laid-back feel.

rid Recovery launched its April to October tour season with its annual opening night on Friday.

Around 100 people booked in to tour the Arid Recovery Reserve, where refreshments included cold drinks, a barbecue and damper cooked on site by volunteer David Hunter. Guides led a sunset walk to the viewing platform before showing attendees through the reserve that evening. The reserve is home to burrowing bettongs, greater bilbies, western barred bandicoots and greater stick nest rats. All are nocturnal mammals native to Australia. Animals spotted on the night included bettongs and a stick nest rat along with hopping mice. Tours are run on Wednesday and Thursday nights and cost $35 per adult and $20 per concession holder, while children aged under 12 are free when attending with a paying adult. For further details, phone the Roxby Downs Visitor Information Centre on 8671 5941.

ABOVE: Arid Recovery’s Katherine Tuft, Teresa Hodgetts, Kimberley Solly and Bec West at Friday’s tour opening night. BELOW: Elena Head (back, left), Jodie Watkins and Hannah Hill with (front, from left) Tyson and Angel Watkins, Nicole Head and Finnegan, Amy and John Hill at the reserve’s viewing platform. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

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Last year’s gathering included live entertainment in the afternoon to help mark 100 years since Australia’s involvement in World War I. However, the 2016 commemorations will maintain a more traditional format, starting with a dawn service at the war memorial on Richardson Place, Roxby Downs, on Monday from 6am. A gunfire breakfast and auction will be held at the Roxby Downs Bowling Club following the service, and the usual Anzac Day march down Richardson Place will begin at 10.45am. Anyone interested in participating in the parade is asked to assemble at the Roxby Downs Community Club car park at 10.30am. A repeat service will take place at the war memorial at 11am and then locals are invited to enjoy a spit roast lunch and music – provided via a RoxFM outside broadcast – back at the bowls club. Roxby Downs and An-

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‘Foodies’ to shake things up WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

oxby Council is teaming up with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Healthy Living Program to help locals teach each other better eating habits.

Around 20 locals attended an information session at the Community Youth Centre on Monday, April 11, to hear more about it. The Roxby Foodies program will see community members undertake a six-week training course in skills including nutritional messages, leadership, food safety and working with groups. Local ‘foodies’ will then receive follow-up support to promote healthy eating and cooking in their community by planning and running activities. The SA Community Foodies initiative’s four key messages are to eat breakfast every day, drink more water and less sugary drinks and eat more fruit, vegetables and whole foods. “They are simple messages, but they are things that we often forget,” said Roxby Council community projects officer Sasha Yantewo. Jess Thomas from the RFDS Healthy Living Program added that food was important to health as poor eating habits often contributed to a range of chronic diseases. “What Community Foodies is about it trying to build the capacity of the community to help themselves and create environments where it’s easy for people to make healthy choices,” she said. Ms Thomas said the program would seek to provide an inclusive environment to ensure participants got the most of out their involvement. “The training is really rewarding,” she said. “It’s a great way to meet new people and to give back to your community.” Organisers of the Roxby Foodies program are currently seeking expressions of interest from community members who are able to attend three-hour training sessions on a Monday evening or Tuesday morning. However, only a limited number of spaces remain available. For more information, contact Sasha Yantewo via phone (0428 727 583) or email (sasha. yantewo@roxbycouncil.com.au).

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LEFT: James Skefﬁngton (Croydon Kings) receives the ball while under defensive pressure from Lawrence D’Arrigo (West Torrens Birkalla). RIGHT: West Torrens Birkalla’s Ryan Yates takes on Rocky Visconte (Croydon Kings) for possession. PHOTOS: Adam Butler

WT Birkalla dominates in 1-1 draw WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

ocals were treated to an entertaining one-all draw between West Torrens Birkalla and the Croydon Kings during the PlayStation 4 National Premier League Regional Round match on Saturday night.

West Torrens Birkalla was unable to convert a dominant display, instead sharing the points with the Croydon Kings. With this being the team’s third trip to Roxby Downs, Birkalla handled the conditions better than the Kings to take the lead just after the break. However, just a short time later they conceded the lead after giving away a penalty. From there neither side was able to score again despite Birkalla constantly driving forward and peppering the goals. “It was disappointing to not come away with the three points,” Birkalla coach Steve De Giovanniello told The Monitor. “We went one-nil up which was good, then we had a few more chances we could have taken. “Then our goal keeper made a pretty disappointing decision and gave away a penalty, which was the only way they were going to get back into the game.” De Giovanniello said the amount of chances his team created was a positive to come out of the game. Kings player Shaun McGreevy said his side was also disappointed to miss out on the points. “We played like we should have played for about 20 minutes out of the whole game,” he said. “There were a lot of players who were in and out of the game and were just not consistent.” This was the Kings’ first game in Roxby Downs, and McGreevy said the side had enjoyed the chance to play away from Adelaide. De Giovanniello said the pitch, facilities, crowd and hospitality were once again excellent and the team had enjoyed its visit. Both clubs agreed the Regional Round, which also ventured to the Riverland this season for the first time, was a great initiative by the Football Federation of South Australia (FFSA). “There were a lot of kids here watching – there were more here than adults,” McGreevy said. “The Regional Round is working on kids to go home to the parents and say to them ‘I want to go and play soccer’. “We want them to play soccer because the more that play the better. “The more we have playing the more we have to represent clubs in Adelaide and then to pick from at a national and international level.” Having been a part of the Regional Round for a number of years now, De Giovanniello said the next step for the FFSA would be to have an Adelaide club pick up a player from a regional area and return there to play in front of their hometown. He said it was a huge positive to see the sport thriving in an AFL-dominant town like Roxby Downs, with the number of local junior soccer players having increased over the past few years. Both sides said they were already hoping to get a game at Roxby Downs again next season. Meanwhile before the weekend’s main event, a coaching clinic and Community Reception were held on Friday (see pages five and eight). Local under 12 soccer players competed in a match and a game between East Roxby footballers and wellknown locals was held on Saturday night before the main event at 7.30pm. Also children from the Mini Roos program showed off their ball skills during half-time of the Regional Round match. See next week’s Monitor for more photographs from the event. Page 4 -- Wednesday, April 20, 2016

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Stars visit Roxby before kickoff WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

ormer Socceroo Travis Dodd and current Adelaide United Lady Reds captain Marijana Rajcic ran a coaching clinic with local children as part of their visit to Roxby Downs last Friday.

They were in town in the leadup to the PlayStation 4 National Premier League Regional Round event on Saturday night. Rajcic and Dodd said they were impressed with what Roxby Downs had to offer and the level of support for soccer. “This is both our first times here and we didn’t expect as much as we have seen,” Rajcic said. “But it is great what you have and to see everyone coming together for something like this.” The pair conducted a number of radio interviews and were a part of a Roxby Downs Area School assembly before running a coaching clinic with young locals in the afternoon. “Everyone was really welcoming,” Dodd told The Monitor. “It was good to see so many kids that wanted to be at the clinic.” Dodd, who is also a Football Federation South Australia ambassador, said the pair’s visit and the National Premier League match were well received. “It is great for towns like Roxby Downs to be given the opportunity to experience this level of football,” he said. “This is the third year the pre-

ABOVE: Travis Dodd and Marijana Rajcic with local soccer fans at a coaching clinic on Friday afternoon. BELOW LEFT: Logan Neilson gets a kick away during the clinic. BELOW RIGHT: Matija Vukotic celebrates a goal. PHOTOS: Patrick Glover

mier league has come up here, and it gets kids out and they can see the game being played and hopefully give them something to aspire to.” Rajcic said demonstrating this level of soccer to children gave them something to work towards. Despite the distance Dodd, who has played two games for Australia and captained Adelaide United, said some local players had already made the transition to soccer in Adelaide. Roxby Downs Junior Soccer Association president Tony D’Arrigo reiterated it was fantastic for

the younger players to receive a visit from players like Dodd and Rajcic. He said the match between the Croydon Kings and West Torrens Birkalla was also an exciting opportunity for the children. “The kids are so excited these teams play in Adelaide every week so everyone down there gets to see them all the time,” D’Arrigo said. “But it is a big deal up here and the fact they have come to play up here is brilliant. “They can share not only their skills but their stories as well.”

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EDITORIAL By Ryneisha Bollard

A further 19 votes against, five in support and one unsure about BHP Billiton Olympic Dam’s introduction of a seven on, seven off roster have been made via The Monitor’s community survey. These votes were collected via forms submitted to the Monitor office and online (www.surveymonkey.com/r/ XGN82Z T ) b etwe en the evening of Thursday, April 17, and last Friday morning. They are in addition to 19 against, seven in favour and seven unsure in survey responses submitted by the afternoon of Thursday, April 17. Since launching the survey on Wednesday, April 16, The Monitor has received a total of 58 responses and will continue to collect them up until 5pm tomorrow. However, BHP Billiton last week revealed that a seven/seven roster will come into effect at Olympic Dam from August this year. This means the survey’s full results – to be released in The Monitor on Thursday, April 28 – will be a chance to look at how this community feels about

the change and how it may be able to adapt to it, rather than an opportunity to influence the decision. So far 65 per cent of survey respondents have voted against the move, and most indicated they are worried about the potential for a negative impact on the Roxby Downs township. Some of these concerns were highlighted in last week’s editorial and will be further detailed and explored when the full survey results are revealed. However, now that we know the roster is definitely happening, it is also time to look at how this community can move forward in a positive manner. For example, we could take encouragement from the fact that so far out of the 56 respondents who identified as living in the area, 37 said they would stay here even if the seven/seven roster was introduced. Four said they would move, two were thinking about it and one was unsure. Another two failed to answer the question. Also one respondent argued that the new roster would be of benefit to BHP Billiton Olympic Dam’s sustainability and therefore the community should be more supportive of it. He said Roxby Downs relied

on the mine’s success to be viable and BHP Billiton had “done a lot” for the community over the years. As to how BHP Billiton could help encourage people to live in the area, many respondents said the existing rent subsidies were important and may need to be increased to help attract new residents. They also highlighted improvements to sport facilities, forcing new employees to live here and making commuting less attractive as options. One respondent pointed out that maintaining the viability of Roxby Downs was also a responsibility of the local council, businesses and community. Hopefully we can all use this roster change as an opportunity to reflect on and promote what makes this area an attractive place to live. That being said, the fact that locals are worried about the potential for negative impacts from the new roster needs to be taken seriously. While locals are no strangers to uncertainty, a little more information and reassurance could go a long way.

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Community Calendar APRIL 20th - Toddler Story Time, Roxby Downs Community Library, 9.30am to 10.30am. 20th - Autumn Activities for children ages 12 and under at Lions Park, 1.30-3pm. Ph: 8671 9020. 21st - Spot painting craft activity, Roxby Downs Community Library. Two sessions: 9.30-10.30am and 1.30-2.30pm. Ages 5-10 years. Bookings essential on 8671 0500. 22nd - Lego activity for children ages 8 & over at the Roxby Downs Community Library, 3-5pm. Ph: 8671 0500. 22nd - FNFL Round Two: Roxby Districts vs East Roxby, 7.30pm. 23rd - FNFL Round Two: Coober Pedy home

game vs OD at 1pm. 25th - Roxby Downs Anzac Day dawn service from 6am. Followed by gunfire breakfast and auction at the bowls club. Anzac Day march at 10.30am, memorial service at 11am then lunch at the bowls club in the afternoon. 26th - ‘Chef’s hat’ craft activity, Roxby Downs Community Library. Two sessions: 9.30-10.30am and 1.30-2.30pm. Ages 5-10 years. Bookings essential on 8671 0500. 27th - Toddler Story Time, Roxby Downs Community Library, 9.30am to 10.30am 27th - Autumn Activities for children ages 12 and under at Lions Park, 1.30-3pm. Ph: 8671 9020.

The Community Calendar is restricted to the basic details of an event (what, where, when). To add your event to the calendar, email editor@themonitor.com.au or phone 8671 2683. For more information about upcoming community events, visit: www.roxbydowns.com/Community/c-Whats-On.html

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Another $10k for Leukaemia Foundation WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

ocal woman Deb Price’s fundraising efforts for the Leukaemia Foundation passed the $10,000 mark during her World’s Greatest Shave event on Friday night.

A large crowd gathered at the Roxby Downs Tavern to watch Mrs Price have her head shaved in the name of blood cancer research and treatment support. The cause is particularly close to Mrs Price’s heart as she recently underwent a blood stem cell transplant to help cure her brother’s leukaemia. While Mrs Price has recovered well her brother, John Hansen, will require follow-up treatment in the coming weeks.

“For me tonight it’s about my journey is over, but his is still a long way to go,” Mrs Price told attendees of Friday’s event. “Roxby I love you – you’re amazing. The support that I’ve had in not even three months is just absolutely wonderful.” An auction on the night saw $250 paid for the first cut of Mrs Price’s hair and $190 for the first shave. Also her husband, Peter Price, showed his support by having his moustache shaved off after raising a further $200 for the Leukaemia Foundation. While Friday marked the end of Mrs Price’s public fundraising efforts, donations can still be made towards her cause online (http:// my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/ debbieprice) until June 30.

Local woman Deb Price (front, centre) held her World’s Greatest Shave event at the Roxby Downs Tavern on Friday night. She is pictured with son-in-law Craig and daughter Peta Berryman along with grandchildren (back, from left) Rachel and Tamika Berryman and Bailey Ryan.

Peter Price during (above left) and after (above right) having his moustache shaved off in support of the Leukaemia Foundation. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

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Plenty for kids to do in Roxby these holidays

WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

oxby Downs is hosting a range of activities for local children to enjoy during the school holidays (April 18-29).

The fun kicked off on Monday with board games at the community library and a drop-in opportunity at the Community Youth Centre, which is open to children aged 10 years and older from 10am to 5pm each weekday (except April 25) during the holidays. ‘Autumn leaves’ craft activities were held at the library yesterday and today will see Toddler Story Time held there from 9.30am to 10.30am. Also the Roxby Downs Health Service is today holding an Autumn Activities session for children aged 12 years and under at Lions Park from 1.30pm to 3pm. Another session will be held

at the same time and location on Wednesday, April 27. The Autumn Activities pop-up program is being facilitated by the health service’s Aboriginal liaison officer and Strengthening Our Families volunteers. “During school holidays many Roxby Downs residents travel away to visit family and friends,” said a program spokesperspn. “However, there are those families who remain in town during this time and have reduced activities and social interaction. “The Autumn Activities popup (program) is an opportunity to promote physical activity, gross motor development and fundamental movement skills in preschool and school-aged children.” While there will be Country Health SA staff and Strengthening Our Families volunteers present to set up and facilitate the activities, all children participating in the Autumn Activities sessions must be accompanied by a caregiver.

All children will require hats and water-filled drink bottles. Also parents are encouraged to pack a healthy fruit or vegetable snack for children to eat during the session. For more information, phone the health service reception on 8671 9020. Meanwhile the Roxby Downs Community Library will be holding a spot painting craft activity tomorrow for children aged five to 10 years. The first session will run from 9.30am to 10.30am before another from 1.30pm to 2.30pm. Bookings are essential and can be made by phoning 8671 0500. Also children aged eight years and older are being invited to play with Lego at the library from 3pm to 5pm this Friday. For more information about other school holiday activities being held in Roxby Downs this month, see the ‘School Holiday Fun in Roxby Downs’ calendar on page 10 of this week’s Monitor.

SOCCER RECEPTION: Roxby Council administrator Bill Boehm and Football Federation SA chief executive ofﬁcer Michael Carter at the Community Reception on Friday. PHOTOS: Patrick Glover

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This Parstoral Operation will include both Sheep and Cattle To ensure the safety of both our staff and livestock access to these three properties is now prohibited All previous approvals are now cancelled This includes motorbike riding and recreational activities at Dams Access to Lake Mary is also temporarily suspended Trespassers will be reported to the Roxby Police and the head leasee BHBP Regular Property Inspections will be undertaken by vehicle and light aircraft as will the use of covert cameras The Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation are currently identifying areas that can be utilized for recreation.

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Roxby Council Request for comment: Draft Annual Business Plan for 2016/2017 W e are approaching that time of year again when Council conducts Annual Business Planning and we are inviting Roxby residents to have their say ahead of the formal consultation period.

The Annual Business Plan process is an annual, regulatory requirement each Council must undertake every year. It includes opportunity for community members to be consulted and help inform the Plan as it is formulated and then finalised. Formal consultation for the Draft Annual Business Plan (which in turn informs the Annual Budget) will commence in mid-May. However, there is an opportunity now to bring forward any thoughts or suggestions about ways to improve

programs, services and any element of operations for Council’s consideration. This feedback will be included in the mix of comments, opportunities and ideas Council receives throughout the year via a range of formal and informal interactions and consultations with our broad stakeholder base. The Community Board and Forums will also be invited to provide early contributions as part of this process. If you would like to provide comment ahead of the Draft Annual Business Plan process, then please email Council at roxby@roxbycouncil.com. au or in writing (PO Box 124, Roxby Downs SA 5725). We always welcome suggestions and ideas.

Library printing charges adjusted

ew printing machines in the roxbylink Community Librar y have triggered an adjustment of printing pricing, resulting in reductions for large-scale printing and copying. The new machines provide users with improved functionality, such as folding for brochures. Colour printing prices have

been significantly reduced, making it less prohibitive for the general public to use the library for projects like printing birthday invitations. In addition, community groups or large-volume printing may attract a reduced rate, so please see the roxbylink library staff for more details. Please remember that the library is open until 6.30pm on

Thursday evenings – making it even easier to access the extensive collection, use a computer or internet or utilise some quiet space for study or reading. The additional hour between 12 noon and 1pm introduced on Saturdays has been enthusiastically received with both increased borrowing rates and foot traffic.

Reasons why you may have received a high bill

uarterly notices for water and electricity have now been mailed out to Roxby households with a due date of May 15.

Council utilises a robust system of checks and measures to ensure a high percentage of accuracy throughout the meter reading and billing process. If the total usage reported on your utility bill is higher than you expected, please consider the following issues, all of which may have had an impact: • During the quarter (January 1 to March 31) you may have relocated to an alternate dwelling which may be of a larger size (for cooling) with additional rooms (for lighting) and may have a different airconditioning system than previous dwellings. • The number of people residing/visiting/spending time at home may have increased. • This summer quarter

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LIBRARY Opening hours Monday - Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 6.30pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 1pm Toddler Story time – Tuesday and Wednesday (repeat) 9.30am start Telephone 8671 0500 Email: library@roxbycouncil.com.au Library membership is free. A wide range of resources are available including books, DVDs, magazines and internet facilities.

recorded a higher mean temperature (37 degrees Celsius) than the same time last year (34 degrees), with a greater number of days with temperatures above 35 and a greater number of days with temperatures above 40 degrees. • Leaking taps and toilets or dripping irrigation systems may have gone unnoticed. If you do not believe that any of these factors would have increased your usage then you are welcome to contact the Council (phone 8671 0010 during business hours) to discuss your account. If necessary, an examination can be made of your utility meter to ensure that it is operating correctly. Council is also able to provide a number of publications that can help you to reduce the use of water and of power in your home. Please contact our office or visit www.roxbydowns. com for further information.

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Opening hours Monday to Friday 9am to 4.30pm Council provides transport services including: • Vehicle registration • Boat registrations • Licensing transactions • Learner written theory tests (test to begin before 4pm) All inquiries 131 084.

Waste unsuitable for the red, green or yellow domestic collection can now be deposited at BSH Waste Solutions’ Resource Recovery Centre, 10 Gosse Street, Roxby Downs (in the light industrial area). Monday to Friday 10am – 4pm Saturday 8am – 12 noon Sunday 1pm – 5pm All inquiries 8671 1154

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JOINING FORUMS If you would like to join a forum and would like more information please contact the following people.

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Promoting cross-cultural awareness and celebrating this cultural diversity will be key to a harmonious and sustainable future for the Roxby Downs community. Food and entertainment are the two of the most accessible ways to explore and understand other cultures. Roxby Downs Multicultural Forum members are pleased to announce that the third Roxby Downs World Food and Music Festival will be held on Saturday, September 24, in the main street. They would like to offer your business the opportunity to become a part of what will be the most high-profile and exciting cultural event on Roxby’s community calendar. There are many sponsorship opportunities – for more information, contact Sasha Yantewo (on 0428 727 583 or email Sasha. Yantewo@roxbycouncil.com.au).

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he Roxby Downs Community includes some 44 nationalities. This cultural diversity is, in fact, one of the key things that make Roxby Downs unique.

Tuesday, June 14 @ 7pm Council Boardroom

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Wednesday, April 20 @ 6pm Community Youth Centre World Food and Music Festival Sub-Committee Wednesday, May 4 @ 9am Community Youth Centre

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Wednesday, April 27 @ 8am to 9am Council Boardroom Tea/coffee and a light snack will be provided

CONTACTING THE BOARD For further information, advice or general questions please contact: Michelle Hales, Executive Ofﬁcer Roxby Downs Community Board Inc. PO Box 85 Roxby Downs SA 5725 Mobile: 0418 833 818 Email: communityboard@roxbydowns.com

WHO’S ON THE BOARD George Giakoumis • Chad Menzies Vicki Mason • Gaylene Crane Mary Lewis • Bill Boehm Sandy Sumsion • Angela Thompson

BOARD MEETINGS Board meetings are held on the last Monday of the month. Members of the public are welcome to attend and observe. If you would like to make a presentation or raise an issue, please contact the Executive Ofﬁcer on 0418 833 818 to be included on the agenda. Conﬁdential discussions with the Board can be arranged if required.

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NEW Life Church, Roxby Downs. Family-friendly, contemporary worship. A member of

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Australian Christian Churches. Meeting at the Roxby Downs Christian Community Church hall, corner of Burgoyne St and Stuart Rd, 3pm on Sundays. Interactive children’s ministry for ages three to seven and eight to 12. Features an innovative and engaging 12-month curriculum. For more details, phone Pastor David Bunyon on 0403 058 050 or Theresa Bunyon on 0413 609 102. Website: newlifeccc.org.au/ churches-news/roxby-downs ST Barbara Catholic Parish. Masses at Roxby Downs are held at the Lutheran Church on Pioneer Dr, Saturdays 6pm and Sundays 8am. At Andamooka on first and third Sundays at 11am. Woomera: Sunday masses are by telephone arrangement with the parish priest.

NOTICE Is hereby given that the Administrator of the Roxby Downs Council on April 8, 2016 made the following orders; That the Administrator of the Council exercises the power vested in the Administrator under the Roxby Downs (Indenture Ratification) Act 1982 and Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 and Clause F of the instrument of General Approval of the Minister 12 March 2001. Pursuant to Section 33(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 declare that the event described below is to take place on the road described below is an event to which Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 applies; and Pursuant to Section 33(1) (a) of the Road Traffic Act 1961, make an order directing that the road on which the event is to be held and any adjacent or adjoining roads specified below can be closed to all traffic except police and emergency vehicles and vehicles involved in the event for the period commencing 5.30am to 7.00am and 10:00am to midday on Monday 25 April 2016. ROAD: Richardson Place Roxby Downs EVENT: ANZAC DAY CEREMONY ADJACENT / ADJOINING ROADS: Burgoyne Street, Arcoona Street, Norman Place, Tavern Road, Club Car Park Entrance Roxby Downs Pursuant to Section 33 (1) (b) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 make an order directing that persons taking part in the event be exempted in relation to the road from duty, to observe the Australian Road Rules specified below subject to any conditions described below and attached to the exemption. Australian Road rules Exemption and Conditions Rule 230: Crossing the road Rule 234: Crossing the road on or near a crossing for Pedestrians Rule 238: Pedestrians travelling along the road. W. J. Boehm Administrator April 8, 2016

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OUTBACK COMMUNITIES AUTHORITY 2016-17 COMMUNITY AFFAIRS RESOURCING AND MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT & COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION SCHEME – ANDAMOOKA AND IRON KNOB The Outback Communities Authority (OCA) has prepared for consultation separate Community Affairs Resourcing and Management (CARM) Agreements (incorporating a community contribution) for Andamooka and Iron Knob. The CARM agreement for each community and feedback forms are available from the Andamooka Town Management Committee office at Andamooka, the Iron Knob Post Office or accessible at www.oca.sa.gov.au. Hard copies are by contacting the OCA on 8648 5970 or 1800 640 542 (outback areas only) or email oca@sa.gov.au Public meetings will be held to discuss the proposal at; The Andamooka Community Hall, 5:30 pm 17 May 2016 and The Iron Knob Tourist Centre, Iron Knob, 5:30 pm 19 May 2016.

This brand offers vendors a full support network of experts to help guide their business to success. It has a proven record of success over the last 50 years which offers a solid base for all business owners to achieve their financial goals. With the added bonus of having national marketing campaigns promoting your products this offers anyone a great start point into their new venture.

The public is encouraged to review the draft documents, and provide any comment to the OCA before the end of the consultation period, 5:00pm 27 May 2016 at: PO Box 2353 Port Augusta SA 5700 or oca@sa.gov.au

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Toll Mining Services HR/HSEC Administrator - Olympic Dam

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Administrator with a positive, can do attitude to join the TMS team at our Olympic Dam Operation. Reporting to the HSEC Advisor you will be responsible for providing HR and HSEC support and ensuring all administration tasks are carried out to a high professional standard. The successful applicant will need to be available to work Monday–Friday 7am-5pm. You will be required to have previous experience in a similar role, intermediate MS Office skills, data entry and reporting experience, be an effective communicator and have excellent time management, planning and organisational skills. To apply go to http://tollmining.recruitmenthub.com.au/ You will need to pass the medical requirements for this role and undertake relevant inductions and training. You must be able to provide evidence of having the Right to Work in Australia. It is a prerequisite for the preferred candidate for this role to undergo a criminal background check. Toll is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage men and women of all ages and Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

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The Monitor is a free weekly newspaper providing news, information, cultural and social support the wider Roxby Downs and Far North communities, and operates as a community owned and driven service. We are currently seeking a casual (15-20 hours per week) Accounts/Sales Assistant at our office on Richardson Place, Roxby Downs. The role is being offered as a 12-month maternity leave contract from May 23, 2016, to May 10, 2017. The successful candidate must be available to work Mondays (at least five hours) and Wednesdays (9am to 5pm).

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Minimum requirements: • Previous experience in an administrative role. • Competency with MYOB software. • Advertising/retail experience an advantage. Applications must be addressed to the Managing Editor, Ryneisha Bollard, via email (editor@themonitor.com. au), in person (6 Richardson Place, Roxby Downs) or post (PO Box 72, Roxby Downs SA 5725) and are due by Wednesday, May 4. For more information, phone 8671 2683.

We are currently looking for experienced service attendant to work at Olympic Dam. The role is casual and the successful applicant would need to be locally based in Roxby Downs. To be considered for this role you must have experience in cleaning and the ability to work to extremely high standards. Duties and Responsibilities: • Vacuuming, mopping, dusting & wiping down surfaces throughout the facility • Emptying and relining all rubbish bins • Restocking amenities • Cleaning of bathrooms, toilets, residents rooms, foyers and corridors • Operating washing machines and dryers Essentials: • Previous cleaning/laundry experience • Current National police clearance is compulsory • Ability to work to strict timelines • Good observation and attention to detail • Chemical knowledge is advantageous The successful candidate will have the following: • Ability to clean and disinfect kitchen, toilet and bathroom fixtures and floors • Ability to empty waste containers to appropriate garbage bins • Possess strong organizational and time management skills • Ability to communicate effectively Desirable Requirements: • Certificate II in Health Support Services or similar qualification which covers cleaning? • Available from Monday to Sundays to undertake AM & PM shifts • Good communication skills All applicants must be willing to undergo the following checks: • Pre-Employment Medical • Drug & Alcohol testing - ongoing • National Criminal History Check Please submit your cover letter and resume to annette.crawford@sodexo.com

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Local rugby players Jacob Coles, Nikaiya Herlihy-Graham, Francis Falemaka, Duane Parker and Will Albert at the state regionals in Adelaide on Sunday. PHOTO: Supplied

OD Barbarians prove too strong and-son combo Michael and Junior Fereti also had the crowd on their feet in appreciation with superbly timed tackles and fend-offs creating space for ODB players to score. The conversion rate by kickers Coles and Parker was another highlight for the game, which was played in strong breezy conditions that caused try posts to be blown over on more than one occasion. A big ‘thank you’ to all the family support for players who travelled. Also thanks are owed to the ODB support staff in the form of Cam Wray, Wi Pitau and Jake Stirrat for making the team run smoothly behind the scenes despite the forfeit. Meanwhile a big congratulations goes to the Olympic Dam Barbarians’ first-ever Spencer Gulf Titans representatives. Of the players selected to participate in the State Regionals held in Adelaide on the weekend, all five gave strong performances for the Titans.

WRITTEN BY JAMIE LLOYDE

he Olympic Dam Barbarians (ODB) are still going strong in the TEC Cup with a forfeit victory over Port Augusta on Saturday.

The Goannas were only able to field six players, whereas the minimum requirement is seven. A six-a-side scratch match was played instead, and the Barbarians dominated from the first kick with nearly all recording tries. The Barbarians thank the six Port Augusta players who travelled to play as they certainly gave their all. The match gave the large Port Pirie crowd a glimpse of the talent on offer for ODB this season. Debutants Jason Broughton, Ty Eli and ‘Showtime’ Ratu put their stamp on the game from early on by treating the fans to a tackling clinic. Strong performances from father-

Warner sets a new highest peg

teve Warner set the new highe st p eg for the Roxby Downs Dart League competition with 114 during round four last Wednesday.

Also Steven ‘Belly’ Bell and Michael ‘Pickles’ Wedding scored 180s on the night, with Wedding having already thrown a 180 the week before. LADDER AFTER ROUND FOUR: 1. GC12 10pts. 2. Four Play 8pts. 3. ISITIN? 8pts. 4. Dead Eye Dicks 8pts. 5. FODFA 8pts. 6. Smokin Darts 6pts. 7. Red Bullz & All 4pts. 8. Bull Shooters 4pts. 9. Andamooka Opals 2pts. 10. Pink Fizz 2pts. 11. Twisted Flights 0pts. TOP 5 M ALE PEGS: 1. Andrew Tyler 23. 2. Andrew Williamson 23. 3. Steven Bell 19. 4. Damien Sinkinson 19. 5. Matt Baker 19. TOP 5 LADIES PEGS: 1. Maeve Kendrick 11. 2. Liz Chilton 9. 3. Zoe Leslie 8. 4. Katie Meadow 8. 5. Trish Curnow 7.

ABOVE: Steven Bell scored a 180 during the fourth round of the Roxby Downs Darts League competition last Wednesday night. PHOTOS: Supplied RIGHT: Michael Wedding made it two 180s in a row last week.

Roxby Downs Golf Club Results Weekly Stableford Saturday, April 16, 20160 OVERALL WINNER DIV 1 DIV 2 LADIES/JNR SWEEPSTAKES

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Locals have a shot at open day WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

he Andamooka Sports Shooting Association (ASSA) held an inaugural open day to help attract new members on the weekend. Sunday’s event saw a number of locals try out shooting a pistol, rifle and shot gun while under supervision at the range, which is located around 3km north of the Andamooka township. ASSA secretary Ben Crompton said the club had a wide age range of members and was hoping to attract more ladies and junior competitors.

“It’s a great sport,” he said. “Anyone can do it – young or old.” Rif le shooters are at th e r a n g e o n a regular basis, shotgun enthusiasts meet fortnightly and pistol shooters gather at the range most weekends. The next shotgun meeting is set to be held on Saturday, April 30, from 8am. Also the association will hold its annual Opal Classic two-day shotgun event on June 18-19 before hosting another open day in October. For more information, contact Ben Crompton via phone (0428 841 548) or email (assa.secretary@ outlook.com).

Stuart Eggart ﬁres a shotgun during the Andamooka Sports Shooting Association’s open day on the weekend.

Ken Rapsey, Matt Kinnaird and Johan Potgieter at the pistol range on Sunday.

ABOVE: 50cc riders line up for a practice run at the Roxby Desert Motocross Club Day on the weekend. PHOTOS: Jody Gow-Smith

Anna Cook (with Sonny) and Rachael Moss (with Serena).

Maxwell Sunners and Brian Cottell. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

Ideal conditions for 1st club meet R oxby Desert Motocross members enjoyed ideal conditions at their first club day for the year on the weekend.

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Local Aiden Way and Adelaide-based visitor Jai Hay took to the track on Sunday. www.themonitor.com.au

Sunday’s event aimed to attract and encourage local bike riders of all ages and skills to come out and have a go on the track. “Even though there are classes and races of such, it’s really a lowkey and fun family event – much different to our annual Night Meet where we are looking to attract the very best riders from around the state,” said club president Clint Gow-Smith. “I would guess there would be approximately 200 to 300 bikes in the Andamooka and Roxby area, and we really want to see more and more of them at these club days.” Gow-Smith said he was pleased to see a number of local spectators attend to support the club and enjoy the full bar and canteen available. “Even though the event was small in comparison (to the Night Meet)

it still takes a lot of work behind the scenes,” he said. “I’d like to say a big thanks to all our members/volunteers that did something great or small to assist in running a really relaxed, fun family day. “A massive thanks to Red Mulga, Coates Hire, Roxby Earthmoving and MPS Building and Electrical for the very generous donation of machinery to assist in track preparation, and also The Monitor for its ongoing support of our club – we would be lost without these guys.” CLUB DAY RESULTS 450 Open: 1. Kurt Murray. 2. Trent Smits. 3. Bode Smith. Veterans: 1. Dave Footner. 2. Damion Southern. 3. Dylon May. 85cc: 1. Taj Gow-Smith. 2. Bailey Anderson. 3. Jack Secker. 65cc: 1. Taj Gow-Smith. 2. Bailey Anderson. 3. Jack Secker. 50cc: 1. Rick Woodrow. 2. Jai Hay. 3. Aiden Way.

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Footy opens with 166pt win WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

he Roxby Downs town oval hosted the first two games of the Far North Football League season on Saturday.

Roxby Districts put on a clinic to open things up with a thumping 166-point win over Coober Pedy. The reigning premiers jumped out of the blocks to kick six goals in the first quarter while keeping Coober Pedy goalless. But it was the second quarter where the Miners put the game beyond doubt, piling on 11 goals to one and putting the game well and truly beyond doubt by the halftime siren. From there the final

two quarters were shortened under the mercy rule, with the Miners kicking a further eight goals to the Saints’ two to run out comfortable winners. The final result was Roxby Districts 25.30 (180) defeating Coober Pedy Saints 2.2 (14). Ricky Prosser was the star up forward for the Miners, bagging eight goals to put him at the top of the goal kickers list after round one. His teammates Tyron Cribb, Jordan Mandemaker and Todd Paull all kicked three. David Rankin and Dylan Warren were the only goal scorers for Coober Pedy. Cribb and Prosser were also in the best for their side and were

joined by James Telfer, Shaun Costigan and Josh Sheppard. For the Saints Corey Edwards, Matthew Lynch, Kerry Roderick, Dylan Warren and Harley Cotter tried hard in what was a long day for the Saints.

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In the second game of the season, last year’s grand finalists Hornridge cruised to a comfortable victory over Olympic Dam. The Devils used the wind to its advantage in the first quarter to kick two goals to one and take a slim lead into the first break. However, the damage was done in the second quarter with the Magpies banging on seven unan-

swered goals while leaving the Devils goalless. Ashley Baxter and Joel Harman were proving a handful up forward, while the Devils failed to gain momentum with their ball movement. Hornridge kicked the first two of the third to extend their lead further before the Devils managed their first in nearly two quarters. Three goals apiece in the final term saw the Devils reduce the damage despite inaccurate kicking. The final score saw Hornridge run out the 42-point winners – 14.6 (90) to OD’s 6.12 (48). Best for the Magpies were Baxter, Jack Rigden, Lachlan Munro, Lachlan Forward and Dion Johnson.

For the Devils Michael Shaw, Jonathon Veale, Josh McElroy, Daniel Rogers and Stuart Clark featured among the best. Baxter and Harman did the bulk of the work up forward for Hornridge, kicking five and

three goals respectively, while Keenan Gates was the only multiple goal kicker for OD with two majors. This Saturday will see football return to Coober Pedy for the first time this season when

the Saints take on Olympic Dam. For the local Anzac Day weekend clash, East Roxby will play its first game of 2016 when it takes on Roxby Districts on Friday night.

Far North Football League April 16, 2016 Great start to the new season. Thanks to the umpires. Ricky Prosser

A GRADE Roxby Districts (180) Coober Pedy

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Roxby Districts best players: T. Cribb, J. Telfer, S. Costigan, R. Prosser, J. Sheppard. Coober Pedy best players: C. Edwards, M. Lynch, K. Roderick, D. Warren, H. Cotter Roxby Districts goal scorers: R. Prosser 8, T. Cribb, J. Mandemaker, T. Paull 3, J. Ford, K. Zeptner 2, J. Sheppard, J. Telfer, S. Costigan, C. Turley. Coober Pedy goal scorers: D. Rankin, D. Warren.

Disappointing effort. Hornridge to good. Jason Elliott

Hornridge 1.3 8.4 11.4 14.6 (90) Olympic Dam 2.1 2.4 3.8 6.12 (48) Hornridge best players: A. Baxter, J. Rigden, L. Munro, L. Forward, D. Johnson. Olympic Dam best players: M. Shaw, J. Veale, J. McElroy, D. Rogers, S. Clark. Hornridge goal scorers: A. Baxter 5, J. Harman 3, W. Feltus 2, J. Elliott, J. Rigden, L. Forward, A. Carlile. Olympic Dam goal scorers: K. Gates 2, T. Sims, L. Copeland, D. Rogers, M. Shaw.

PREMIERSHIP TABLE No comment received. Brenton Weetra

Roxby Districts Hornridge Olympic Dam Coober Pedy East Roxby

P 1 1 1 1 0

W 1 1 0 0 0

L 0 0 1 1

D 0 0 0 0 0

F 180 90 48 14 0

A % Pts 14 1285.71 4 48 187.50 4 90 53.33 0 180 7.78 0 0 0.00 0

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Hornridge’s Bradley Cooper leads his OD opponent, Michael Taggart, to the ball. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

Name Ricky Prosser Ashley Baxter Joel Harman Jordan Mandemaker Todd Paull Tyron Cribb Keenan Gates Wade Feltus Kain Zeptner Jake Ford

Great first game for the opening season. Both teams low on numbers but tough contests enjoyed by the crowd. Umpires were outstanding on short notice, giving fair calls throughout the match. Ashley Baxter

Club This round Total Roxby Districts 8 8 Hornridge 5 5 Hornridge 3 3 Roxby Districts 3 3 Roxby Districts 3 3 Roxby Districts 3 3 Olympic Dam 2 2 Hornridge 2 2 Roxby Districts 2 2 Roxby Districts 2 2

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BELOW: OD’s Lachlan Hewett ﬁnds some space during his side’s loss to Hornridge.

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Lachlan Forward Ashley Baxter Lachlan Munro

Tyron Cribb Ricky Prosser Craig Hall

Josh McElroy Daniel Rogers Michael Shaw

BYE

Brad Crombie Dylan Warren Corey Edwards

Footballer of the Year Leaderboard after Round 1 NAME

CLUB

VOTES

T. Cribb

Roxby Districts

J. McElroy

Olympic Dam

L. Forward

Hornridge

B. Crombie

Coober Pedy

CURRENT LEADER

Four way Tie!

Best on ground Tyron Cribb (Miners) gets a kick away against Coober Pedy on Saturday. THE MONITOR - Your Community Newspaper

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Miners and Saints players ﬂy for a marking contest during round one of the Far North Football League season on Saturday.

he Roxby Downs town oval hosted the first two games of the Far North Football League season on Saturday.

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OD’s Daniel Rogers ﬁghts with Lachlan Munro (Hornridge) for possession of the ball during their clash on the weekend. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

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