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The 34 year-old received an expiation notice for the breaches and fined $218 when he was stopped by Heavy Vehicle Enforcement Section officers on Friday, May 13.
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ocals will have two different reasons to get active thanks to community events being held at Roxby Downs this Sunday.
One will see Roxby Downs become the first South Australian town to take part in the SixtyRide cycling challenge. The event, created by Victorian organisation Bicycle Network, encourages riders of all skill levels to come out and complete as many laps of a 5km circuit as they can in an hour. “It is a good thing for everyone to do,” said Roxby Road Riders co-ordinator Andrew Hudson. “It is not a race, it is just a social ride where
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you go against yourself on a circuit around the town. The ride is open to kids, adults, families or individuals – and Lycra is optional.” Mr Hudson encouraged as many community members as possible to come down for the morning. The event will take place monthly for the next six months, with riders coming back to tr y and better their number of laps each time. It is free to enter, and anyone interested can register at the Bicycle Network website (www.bicyclenetwork. com.au/sixty-ride/locations/4055/) or fill out a form on the day. Registrations will open at the town oval from 8.30am on Sunday, with the ride commencing at 9am.
“Hopefully this works for us and acts as a shining light for other towns in South Australia to jump on board,” Mr Hudson said. The ride will see cyclists travel along Olympic Way, Burgoyne Street, Stuart Road, Quandong Street, Willaroo Street and Pioneer Drive. Motorists are asked to exercise caution while driving along these roads on Sunday morning. Meanwhile the Roxby Downs Hospital Auxiliary will also be running an inaugural local event this Sunday when it holds its Community Fun Walk. The event will help raise money for the Roxby Downs Health Service, with participants asked to submit suggestions as to what to put the money towards.
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Andrew Hudson is hoping for a large turnout at the inaugural Roxby Downs SixtyRide cycling challenge this Sunday. PHOTO: Patrick Glover
The day will include a 3km walk around Lions Park, along with a jumping castle and face painting for the children. Walkers are encouraged to wear costumes, with awards given for the best dressed. Breakfast will also be provided on the morning and will include pancakes, bacon and eggs. Roxby Downs Hospital Auxiliary chairperson Darya White said it would be a fun day, with the walk acting as a way for locals to socialise and get active with friends and family members.
“The auxiliary is excited about bringing the Roxby Downs community together to have a great time, be active and raise money for the hospital,” she said. “Support your local hospital so they can continue to provide quality care for you and your family.” The event will kick off at 9.30am in the Lions Park – adult entry is $10, children over 14 pay $7 and family entry can be purchased for $30. For more information, phone the Roxby Downs Health Service on 8671 9020.
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2nd - Reconciliation Roxby Style free family-friendly event, Community Youth Centre, 4-7pm. Ph: 8671 0010. 5th - The Colour Seen exhibition launch, roxbylink gallery, 2pm. Drinks and nibbles provided. Ph: Info. centre on 8671 5941. 11th - Vinnies Community Sleepout hosted by BankSA Roxby Downs. Ph: 8678 3200. 18th - Roxby Market Day, 9am to 12 noon. 18-19 - Andamooka Sports
Shooting Association Opal Classic two-day shotgun event. Starts at 8.30am. Email: assa. secretary@outlook.com 25th - Roxby’s Got Talent, roxbylink auditorium, 6pm.
JULY 3rd-10th - NAIDOC Week events. 5th - Horsehead show by Damon Lockwood, roxbylink auditorium, 7.30pm. Ph: Info. centre on 8671 5941.
AUGUST 20th - Roxby Market Day.
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Darryn ‘The Abbott’ Walsh will be competing in the finals of the DMC Online DJ Championships on June 6-7. PHOTO: Patrick Glover
DJ hopes for 3rd time lucky WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER
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ocal man Darryn ‘The Abbott’ Walsh has made it into the DMC Online DJ Championship final after winning round four of the competition recently.
Competing in his third online titles, having also made it to the World DJ Championships in 2005, he is hoping to finish in at least the top four in 2016. “I actually want my mate in New Zealand to win it – he came second in the championship last year,” he said. “But realistically I will be rapt if I can finish in the top four.”
Walsh has already decided on a unique track to use in the final that he is hoping will get him over the line. He will be remixing the Bachman Turner Overdrive song Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet with some instrumental sounds while adding his unborn baby’s heartbeat at some point during the song. “The routine is going to be a baby tribute,” he said. “I will be finger tapping a drumbeat over the heartbeat, which will hopefully take it to another level and just add something to the track.” Walsh’s successful round four track was inspired by Roxby Downs, with the local DJ remixing an old Santana
song with Nutbush City Limits. He said he had become more popular since the round four win. His Facebook followers jumped from around 300 to 1500 in the space of a few weeks. His tracks have earned him thousands of views a day on DJ websites (including djworks. com and serato.com). “I wasn’t expecting that many views – it has been crazy,” he said. Walsh’s recent success has also allowed him to secure a number of sponsors. He said he was hoping Pioneer would come on board as an official sponsor as the company had already provided him
with software programs and other supplies. While his tracks have been receiving worldwide attention, Walsh has also begun to branch out locally. He has been taking up gigs at children’s birthday parties and Blue Light Discos, and is hoping to soon to be a part of local Rotary club functions and on RoxFM. Voting for the final of the online championships opens on June 6 at www.dmcdjonline. com and will close on June 7. Local fans can get their fix of The Abbott from his Facebook page (search for ‘The Abbott’).
ountry SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) visited Roxby Downs last week as part of its statewide service reform consultations.
Country SA PHN Mental Health manager Reg Harris said there was a good turnout from both the community and local service providers on Tuesday, May 17. Mr Harris said these discussions would play a critical part in the future direction of primary mental health and drug and alcohol treatment services in the region. “We have been hosting these forums across the state and they are providing invaluable feedback and insight,” he said. “The Roxby Downs forum was certainly no different, with a range of important matters discussed.” Mr Harris said topics covered at last week’s consultation included: • The need for domestic violence services and an increase in visiting psychology clinics. • An overall need for better communication to provide education on mental health and drug and alcohol issues. • Issues surrounding travel, cost and after-hours services. Mr Harris said these issues were similar to what had been discussed at forums elsewhere, and Country SA PHN was hoping to address these issues. He said other matters that had come up included better co-ordination of care across the health sector, along with the need for more focus on community awareness. This awareness, Mr Harris said, would facilitate a more client-centred recovery process. For more information about Country SA PHN’s service reform consultations, visit: http:// countrysaphn.com.au BY PATRICK GLOVER
Locals urged to keep their valuables secure
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oxby Downs r e s i d e nt s a r e being urged to secure their valuables after a number of thefts in the past few weeks. Roxby Downs Police Sergeant Mel O’Donnell said locals should make sure all of their valuable items were out of sight
and their houses and cars were kept locked. Sgt O’Donnell said a number of items had been stolen from unsecured backyards recently. She urged residents to be more careful with their belongings.
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What’s happening at RDAS? Bennie awarded Students share laughs and learn for her 40 years from comedians in education P WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER
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oxby Downs Area School (RDAS) student counsellor Kate Bennie was recognised for 40 years in education during an awards ceremony at Adelaide Oval last month. Mrs Bennie has been working at RDAS for 27 years after beginning as a relief teacher in 1989. She has had various roles during her time at the school including home economics teacher and health and physical education co-ordinator. Mrs Bennie said her highlights
RDAS student counsellor Kate Bennie with her service award for 40 years in education.
included spending 10 years as a year 12 home group teacher as this allowed her to work with and watch senior students grow and develop. She began her training at a teachers college in 1976 before gaining her first job as a home economics teacher at Karcultaby Area School in 1979. “Kate is a well-liked and highly respected staff member at RDAS,” said an RDAS spokesperson. “Kate is also highly regarded by the students and a veritable wealth of knowledge. “She has a kind heart and enjoys helping students grow and develop into mature young adults.”
erformers from the Aboriginal Comedy All Stars show paid a visit to the Yakarti Room at the Roxby Downs Area School (RDAS) during their visit to the town on Friday, May 6. The group ran through several activities with the students, teaching them the about different comedy types and techniques that are used all over the world. Activities included students putting a funny twist on stories, holding a question-and-answer session with the performers and pretending to be at a comedy show. “It was really fun and interesting to see how there are different types of comedy and how you can put different twists on it,” said RDAS student Evelyn. “It was a good experience and a great laugh.” BY PATRICK GLOVER
Year 2s pamper mothers
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he mothers of Roxby Downs Area School year 2 students were treated to an afternoon of pampering on Friday, May 6.
In celebration of Mother’s Day, they received massages and manicures and helped w ith c ake mak ing and drawing.
An RDAS spokesperson said the mothers thoroughly enjoyed receiving special treatment from their sons and daughters.
Ethan giving his mother Kelly a well-deserved massage.
Danielle and Jackson enjoying the afternoon.
Year 12 students Tayla French and Ashlie Ali served up Vietnamese pork rolls for a home economics assignment last month. PHOTOS: Alistair Williamson and Patrick Glover Page 4 -- Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Kar enjoying a massage from her daughter Klezshay as part of year two Mother’s Day activities recently.
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mprovements at the community hall and local roads, along with the Community Contribution Scheme (CCS), were among the topics covered at a consultation in Andamooka last week.
Locals were given an insight into the Outback Communities Authority’s 2016/17 Community Affairs Resourcing and Management (CARM) Agreement to be made with the Andamooka Progress and Opal Miners Association (APOMA). Consultation on the document, which includes a budget for local services and projects, also provided an opportunity for locals to ask questions about the CCS. APOMA treasurer Rob Hancock said discussion on the CCS was minimal apart from arguments put forward by a few residents. Mr Hancock said acceptance of the CCS had grown since last year’s consultation,
with around 90 per cent of the town having paid the levy. He said he was excited about the upcoming budget, with a number of new projects planned and greater funding opportunities available. The OCA’s recent reclassification of Andamooka as a remote town rather than a regional one is set to help boost these future projects. It would see government funding provided at a three-to-one matching ratio instead of a two-to-one ratio. “This is going to allow us to bring in some big new town plans,” Mr Hancock told The Monitor. “It will mean the future for the town will continue to be bright as we continue to build up the infrastructure.” Mr Hancock said the meeting – held on Tuesday, May 17 – had also included an update on the income being received from the local caravan park. So far it has collected $2500 from users, with more contributions to come as the
popularity of the tourist spot continues to grow. Projects included in the 2016/17 budget include finishing off the roof in the community hall’s cafe/kitchen and the erection of shade cloths over the historical cottages. The major work to be done will be the installation of street lights on some of the main intersections and roads in Andamooka. Money has also been put aside for improvements to the Andamooka community website. A total expenditure of $552,500 is set to be divided up into three sections – operations ($234,200), infrastructure ($292,000) and community development ($26,300). Visit www.oca.sa.gov.au or the Andamooka Town Management Committee office to view the draft 2016/17 CARM Agreement for Andamooka and to access a feedback form. Responses can be submitted via email (oca@sa.gov.au) and must be received before the consultation period ends at 5pm
Country Fire Service volunteers in action at a course held in Roxby Downs earlier this month. PHOTO: Supplied.
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ountr y Fire Ser vice (C FS) volunteers visited Roxby Downs to complete a defensive fire suppression course recently. Members of the Port Broughton, Stirling, Woomera and Roxby Downs brigades took part in the training. Over the course of the weekend – Saturday, May 14 to Sunday, May 15 – partici-
pants learned about using the trucks and the equipment in them, along with how to attack fires in a house and pump water from a dam to various outlets. Three Region Four instructors ran the volunteers through scenarios and held theory sessions. Roxby Downs CFS third lieutenant Stephen Scarr, who helped with the course,
said it was beneficial for all fire crews to come together. “It is great for others to come to town to see what Roxby Downs has to offer,” he said. “It also means when you go south for another course or you need to fight a fire together, you already know somebody.” BY PATRICK GLOVER
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dog park, athletics track and an outdoor basketball court are among projects put forward in the draft Roxby Downs Sport and Recreation Master Plan.
The draft document details about $25 million in works to take place across a 10-year period. Each project has been prioritised and some would only be implemented if a substantial growth in population occurs. Locals are being encouraged to look over the document, which was prepared following extensive public consultation, and submit their feedback before June 22. “It is fantastic that we have got a plan for the future that we can look at once it has been finalised,” said Sport and Recreation Steering Committee chairperson Terry Boylan. “We still have a meeting to go through all the feedback and make any necessary changes, but I have every confidence we are going to end up with a really good plan.” The draft plan targets four key precincts – the town centre, motorsports, golf course and racecourse – where projects could be delivered. It also outlines a restructure of playspaces that would see the Pioneer Drive site and one of the Pine Crescent playgrounds removed but a new one installed in the south east part of town. Meanwhile the Hermit Street playground and Lions Park would be replaced with new and improved facilities. The plan also includes: HIGH PRIORITY (NEXT 1-3 YEARS) A dog park at the old caravan park site. Establishment of new oval/athletics track and soccer pitch. Construction of a Scout Hall at the Roxby Downs Racecourse precinct. MEDIUM PRIORITY (3-5 YEARS) New football clubrooms and a media tower at the town oval. The existing tennis facilities would be removed and replaced with two courts plus six that could also be used for netball games. The skate park would be moved to one side of the police station, where an outdoor basketball court would also be located. New car parking spaces would be built on the other side of the police station to service the town oval. Construction of centralised clubrooms at the motorsports precinct to service the motocross, karts and speedway. Junior and senior bike trails would be established so that the motocross club could be based near the centralised clubrooms. LOW PRIORITY (5-10 YEARS) Establishment of a Memorial Garden in front of the Roxby Downs Bowling Club. Expansion of the roxbylink Cultural and Leisure Precinct to make room for a third indoor court (would only be warranted when the community reaches a population of 5000) and even a fourth one if the population peaks at 7500 or 10,000. The netball courts to the west of Roxby Downs Area School would need to be removed to make way for this. Construction of two tennis/netball courts and preparation work for a third oval at the golf course precinct (only required when population reaches 7500). BY PATRICK GLOVER
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In a statement released earlier this month, the company revealed it aimed to achieve this target as part of a revised $975 million construction plan. The new project costing is dramatically less than the $3 billion price tag placed on its original plans back in 2014. OZ Minerals said it had shortlisted tenders for the construction of the mine’s decline and expected to award the contract next month, with construction to begin soon after. Also the pre-feasibility study’s scope has been increased to four million tonnes per annum following additional optimisation work. “The larger Carrapateena project is very compelling,” said OZ Minerals managing director Andrew Cole. As part of the copper mine development, a concentrate treatment plant
(CTP) is proposed for Whyalla at an estimated cost of $150 million. It would create more than 100 jobs in the construction phase (between 2017 and 2019) and around 100 local ongoing jobs. The State Government recently invited the company to submit its proposed plant for assessment as a major project. If granted, major project status would provide significant benefits in terms of certainty and approval timelines. OZ M i n e r a l s h a s s i g n e d a non-binding memorandum of understanding with the administrators of Arrium to explore possible site, infrastructure and port options for the CTP project at Whyalla. “This is a great announcement for the people of Whyalla, who are perfectly positioned to support OZ Minerals in this project,” said Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy Tom Koutsantonis. “The Concentrate Treatment Plant would tap into Whyalla’s skilled labour force and modern infrastructure, such as its port, rail lines and roads.” Mr Koutsantonis said the Government would work with OZ Minerals and Arrium to ensure the best outcome for the project.
Sports club kicks goal
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he future of t h e Wo o m e r a Sports Club has been secured via the appointment of a new committee earlier this month.
A special meeting was held on Monday, May 9, to elect those who had previously expressed a desire to serve the club in some way. The new committee
consists of Ben Hennessy (president), Cheryle Hill (vice president), Tracy Bartlett (treasurer), Brad Leng (secretary) and Morag McGough. “This new committee aims to further the sports club’s standing within the village,” said a report in the town’s local newsletter, Gibber Gabber. “(It) invites all residents to join in the fun
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and festivities on open nights, as well as to share their ideas with the committee on ways to improve their experience. “As always, menu ideas are welcomed from all, and memberships are still great value.” The Woomera Sports club is open from 5pm on Friday nights, with meals served from 6pm. BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD
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50-year-old man was left with minor injuries following a car rollover near Glendambo earlier this month.
The incident occurred 10km off the Stuart HIghway on Tarcoola Road on Saturday, May 14. The man was taken to the Roxby Downs Hospital, where he was treated for his injuries.
Census field officers sought
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he Australian Bureau of Statistics is seeking field officers for the 2016 Census.
It is looking to recruit six field officers to cover a workload that encom-
passes Roxby Downs, Coober Pedy and Cadney Park. For more information, visit: www.abs.gov. au/careers Applications close this Friday.
THE PREMIER’S NAIDOC AWARD Celebrating NAIDOC Week 2016 The Premier's NAIDOC Award recognises the outstanding achievements and service of an extraordinary South Australian who has made a significant contribution to the lives of Aboriginal people in South Australia. Eligibility Nominees must be: • a resident of South Australia • over the age of 18 years as at the 1st of January in the year in which they are nominated • a person who has made a significant contribution to the lives of Aboriginal People in South Australia.
ABOVE: Promotional material from Co-Opera’s website for The Mikado, which will be performed at Roxby Downs this weekend.
Locals in Co-Opera chorus WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD
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chorus of 12 locals is set to feature in Co-Opera’s performance of The Mikado at the roxbylink auditorium on Saturday night.
Roxby Downs man Owen Lewis, who has been overseeing rehearsals over the past few months, said the singers were enthusiastic about the role they would play. Previous Co-Opera visits have seen local orchestra members provide music for the show and singers take to the stage for a scene. Mr Lewis said a lack of numbers had meant a local orchestra would be absent, but the chorus would be singing to the side of the stage throughout the performance for the first time. “This way the chorus pops up all over the place,” he said.
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society provided chorus members for Co-Opera’s Adelaide performances, which were held from May 6-15. It received positive reviews from outlets including radio station 5MBS and websites Australian Stage and Broadway World. The “boisterous” production was considered to have a “fine cast” and “contemporary slant”, while another reviewer said she laughed throughout what was a “fantastic” show. Before Co-Opera brings The Mikado to the roxbylink auditorium, cast members will meet with local school students for a workshop on Friday afternoon. They are set to explain the story behind the opera and perform songs from it before inviting students to sing some of the choruses. Mr Lewis said the workshop may encourage local children to join the chorus
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on Saturday night and they were welcome to do so. He told The Monitor last Wednesday that the Roxby Downs Arts and Culture Forum had arranged home stays for most of the cast members but were still trying to find further accommodation. “The actual performance is funded by SA Power Networks, but the accommodation is our responsibility,” he said. Any proceeds from the show are set to go towards the Arts and Culture Forum and its community projects. “I hope people come along and enjoy it,” Mr Lewis said. With Saturday night marking the end of the chorus project Mr Lewis has been working on, he will next travel to India before joining his wife Mary at their new home in Port Pirie.
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OUT Clark wins poker grand final
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he Outback Poker League held its grand final for the first half of the year at the Roxby Downs Community Club on Saturday night.
Fourteen players battled it out for the $1000 first prize, which went to local man Jesse Clark, who also collected his $80 for knockouts made during the season. Taking home the $350 second prize was the competition’s youngest player, Ashlie Ali, 18, who only joined a few weeks ago and made $50 worth of knockouts. In third was Lee Sach, who earned herself $150 plus $40 from her knockouts.
Michael Ali was named the Knockout King with 23.5, while Shaun McGurgan was close behind with 23. The Outback Poker League competition is held at The Club on Monday and Thursday nights from 7pm, with the second season beginning next week. GRAND FINAL RESULTS: 1. Jesse Clark. 2. Ashlie Ali. 3. Lee Sach. 4. Brad Todd. 5. Rachael Brougham. 6. Cara Luke. 7. Adam Malm. 8. Michael Ali. 9. Shaun McGurgan. 10. Roe Elkington. 11. Ethan Zeptner. 12. Zoe Leslie. 13. Karen Taubers. 14. Nick Poznik.
Jessie Clark (first) and Ashlie Ali (second) at the Outback Poker League grand final held at the Roxby Downs Community Club on Saturday night. PHOTO: Supplied
Matilda and Beatrice at the National Families Week event held at the Community Youth Centre on Saturday night. PHOTOS: Verity Casserly
Kirsten Falt with Ethan Wise, Billy and Khai Higgins and Milly and Kelly Wise.
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School-based trainees gain range of skills
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ox b y C o u n c i l i s v e r y pleased to be hosting two school-based trainees.
Ines Badman, a Year 11 student at RDAS, was heavily involved in the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) prior to starting as a trainee. Since starting with Roxby Council, she has gained a wide range of skills and has worked with the Community Library and in the Community Youth Centre. “I really enjoy helping the kids,” said Ines. One of her highlights so far has been her involvement with The Vibe,
a radio show on RoxFM. Jordan Thompson, another Year 11 student at RDAS, said he “loves to play around with computers and fix them up”. Jordan has worked across most areas of Council, cleaning up server rooms and installing new desktops. Jordan has worked closely with Iain Boehm (Manager, Business Systems and Effectiveness) and has gained a better understanding of working in an office environment. Jordan is hoping to pursue a career in IT in the future. Roxby Council is delighted to have Jordan and Ines in the team.
New signage in the non fiction section of the library.
School-based trainees Ines Badman and Jordan Thompson.
NEWS IN BRIEF
Water and power reminders issued
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eminders have now been issued for Power and Water. These will be due for payment on Thursday, June 2.
If you have had a change of circumstance and are having difficulty paying your notices, please call Roxby Council on 8671 0100 to make an alternative arrangement. All calls will handled in strict confidence.
Making it easier to navigate through non fiction at the Community Library
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hether you’re looking for recipes, biographies or you are interested in histor y, the roxbylink Community Library is making it even easier to find what you are looking for.
Community Youth Centre proving popular
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ince its opening on March 19, the Community Youth Centre has been going from strength to strength.
The Centre is available as a drop-in service every day during the week between 1pm and 5pm for children over 10 years. “The youth have responded well to the afternoon drop-in service,” said Kirsten Falt, Community Projects Officer (Youth & Children). “Young people have the free-
dom to utilise the space the way they want to and that creates a sense of ownership. “We have their artwork on display, so the place looks vibrant and engaging.” Families with children under 10 years of age can still use the facility too, as long as they are accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is a range of activities at the Centre including gaming consoles, desks for homework, air hockey and a pool table, as well as
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a range of youth-related support information available. The community kitchen is available to prepare afternoon tea and there’s always a craft activity set out. The Community Youth Centre also hosts events like the recent Kids Gaming Party held on Friday, May 13, and organised by the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). For more information on the Community Youth Centre, please call roxbylink on 8671 0500.
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.
Look out for the new subject signage allowing greater independent navigation of the Library’s collection. Sarah Powell, Team Leader – Library Services, said she hoped the new signage would improve
accessibility and usability. The staff at the Community Library have recently undergone training in Marketing for libraries. The training is offered online through the South Australian Public Library Service.
The Community Youth Centre has been going from strength to strength.
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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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The voice of the community... JOINING FORUMS If you would like to join a forum and would like more information please contact the following people.
New members are always welcome.
ARTS and CULTURE FORUM Thursday June 16 @ 7pm 88 Stuart Road
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ROXBY ROADSAFE MEETING Michelle Hales 0418 833 818
Action out at the Community Garden T he Roxby Downs Community Garden was a hive of activity on Sunday, May 1, with volunteers working together to clean up the shed, prepare the garden beds and plant out a new winter crop of fresh produce.
Volunteers made the most of the beautiful weather and embraced the sunshine as they enjoyed spending time in the Community Garden – located between Pioneer Drive, Alberrie Street and Mulgaria Terrace. A range of herbs, fruits and vegetables were planted including strawberries, cauliflower, carrots, onions, spinach and oregano. These seedlings have been planted in the raised wicking beds, which are an arid smart gardening technique designed to
save water and evenly distribute moisture throughout the garden bed. Once the seedlings start to grow they will ‘wick’ moisture through their roots, minimising water loss and evaporation. Time was also spent in the shed to make room for some wonderful 6m-long shelving kindly donated by Lavrick Engineering. This shelving will be utilised to store gardening tools and equipment and will be very useful in keeping the shed organised. The Community Garden committee welcomes new members to attend meetings or help out with hands-on work in the garden. If you would like more information about how you can get involved in the Community Garden, contact Anni on 0448 168 167.
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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 Terry Boylan • Vicki Mason • Sandy Sumsion Brad Langshaw • Kaye Doyle • John Wilby Angela Thompson • Kaitlyn Frankish Theresa Bunyon • Chad Menzies • Bill Boehm
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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Local dancers book a spot at nationals WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER
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oxby Academy of Dance participants won places in all of their events at the school’s first-ever entry into the Get the Beat competition on the weekend.
Competing against some of the best dancers in the state for a spot in the national competition on the Sunshine Coast in September, the local dancers excelled. They brought home three third places and a fourth. Lucy Chamberlain and Chloe Turley booked a ticket to the nationals with their third placing in the jazz duo category. However, the local under 12 and under 15 hip hop troupes, who finished third in their categories, have to wait to hear if they have won a spot at nationals. Lucy Chamberlain and Chloe Turley came third in the jazz duo category to earn themselves a place in the national titles later this year. PHOTOS: Supplied
LEFT: The Roxby Academy of Dance under 12 jazz troupe, which placed fourth at the Get the Beat competition.
Roxby Downs Swimming Club 2015/16 AWARD PRESENTATIONS Time Improvement 1st Emily Parker 2nd Taylah Masters, Liam Miller, Alyssa Parker 3rd Emily Miller
Scratch Points – Male 1st Alistair Williamson 2nd Liam Miller 3rd Jeshua Santos
Scratch Points – Female 1st Emily Parker 2nd Alia Shaw 3rd Emily Miller
Handicap Points 1st Alia Shaw
Time Trial Points – Male 1st Liam Miller, Lex Wilkinson 2nd Jeshua Santos 3rd Ben Hewitt, Angus Hewitt, Rufus Wilkinson
Time Trial Points – Female 1st Alyssa Parker 2nd Emily Parker 3rd Taylah Masters
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Award recipients at the Roxby Downs Swimming Club award presentations on Saturday.
Logan Casserly (back, left), who became a life member in 2015, with this year’s new life members Michelle Casserly and Emily (front, left) and Alyssa Parker. PHOTOS: Verity Casserly
Around the grounds LEFT: William Grocke (Hawks) finds some space as he looks for an option during his under 12 (Junior Colts) football match on Saturday. PHOTOS: Verity Casserly
Male: Mitch Natt Female: Emily Parker
Honorary Life Membership Award Emily Parker, Michelle Casserly, Alyssa Parker
Roxby Downs Junior Football League Saturday May 21, 2016 Senior Colts
BELOW: Bulldogs junior footballer Ashton Musolino breaks away from an opponent on the weekend.
Hawks 7.7 (49) Bulldogs 6.1 (37) Hawks best players: Not received. Bulldogs best players: R. D’Arrigo, C. Hales, C. Kemenyvary, M. Lamb, E. McKerlie. Hawks goal scorers: Not received. Bulldogs goal scorers: O. Mulady 2, M. Lamb, R. D’Arrigo, J. Johnson, C. Kemenyvary.
Junior Colts Hawks 7.7 (49) Bulldogs 6.6 (42) Hawks best players: B. Anderson, J. Johnson, B. Higgins, W. Grocke, D. Grantham. Bulldogs best players: B. Hewett, D. Jose, M. Masters, A. Musolino, S. Parks. Hawks goal scorers: J. Johnson 4, C. Qualmann 2, C. Dobie. Bulldogs goal scorers: D. Jose 3, A. Musolino 2, M. Masters.
under 9s Game not scored Hawks best players: C. Copeland, F. Giles, J. Hoffmann, L. MacLeod, K. Smith. Bulldogs best players: J. Way, J. Turley, C. Musolino, K. Hurrell, H. Freemantle.
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Whyalla racers enter May meet WRITTEN BY CHRIS BURGGRAAFF
Robby Sutton (RD56) placed first in the A Class at the Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club night meet on Saturday.
Wayne Dempsey (RD42) won the All Comers competition on the weekend.
Visiting Whyalla racer Bryan Brown (W90) placed second in the B Class competition.
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aturday saw the third round of the Roxby D ow ns dir t c irc uit season, which was proudly sponsored by Coates Hire.
The night included use of the long track under lights thanks to towers supplied by Coates. Racing alternated between the long track counter-clockwise and the short track clockwise. It was great to see two Whyalla Car Club racers travel to the meet, including the 2015 State Super Modifieds Champion Chris Picket with his W77 LS V8-powered Subaru WRX and Bryan Brown with his Super Open Wheeler. In addition to these out-oftowners, the round also marked the first appearance of new driver Sam Garrett in his AWD twolitre turbo Nissan GTS and also the return of two Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club drivers. Chris Konning returned after a multi-year absence from the track. Konning is once again piloting a Mazda 323, but with a twist in that the new one is powered by a 1200cc motorcycle engine. Carl Bartlett (RD30) also returned to the track after being
absent in the 2015 season. Track conditions on the nig ht were ag ain sup erb, though there was an incident late in practice. The engine of RD18 detonated on the main straight at full revs while changing into top gear. This saw a slick of oil and distribution of engine internals down some 150m of the straight. The clean-up of this delayed the commencement of racing as club and emergency service personnel mopped up the slick and collected debris to make the track safe. This resulted in the cancellation of the parade lap, which is usually held prior to the commencement of racing. It also af forde d Brow n much-needed time to address a broken brake pedal that was detected during the scrutineering brake test. Fortunately local Don McKinnon was able to lend a pedal to the traveller, with W90 sorted in time for the final practice laps. The loss of the double-driven RD18 saw John Dempsey without a seat for the round. Fellow driver Rob Hall, who normally drives the car in the alternate heats, switched to double drive RD59 – the Open Wheeler of Kane Honner. The B Class competition saw
all drivers run clean lines and a quick pace. Hall (RD59b) drove consistently all evening, despite the limited opportunity afforded to familiarise himself with the 454 cubic inch muscle of the RD59. He was followed in the points ranking by Carl Bartlett (RD30) and Duncan Atkins (RD95), who took second and third respectively. A class saw the quickest locals matched up against the two Whyalla Super class cars, which were progressively handicapped through the course of the round. Local Robby ‘Stickers’ Sutton (RD56) managed to narrowly prevail to take firstplace overall, followed by Brown (W90) and Picket (W77). Lo cals Wayne Dempse y (RD42) and Garrett also drove well throughout the course of the night but failed to match the speed of the Supers. All Comers saw the majority of the field enter for the 12-lap final event – the only on the evening to run the short track anti-clockwise. Dempsey (RD42) drove lap after lap with precision, maximising the breathing space and advantage taken from taking the lead into the first corner. Hall (RD59b) drove well to progressively move through the
field and eventually take up second position, but failed to close the gap to RD42. Brown (W90), who started rear of field with a near one-lap handicap, charged cleanly through the field and looked to have the pace to challenge the leaders. That was until he was confronted with RD314, piloted by Logan Hobbs, which spun out in the pit corner. This required Brown to take evasive action and wash off speed. This setback ended W90’s charge, with Brown settling in for third position. One local also turned out to shred tyres on the burnout pad, and the Roxby Rocket conducted rides to the appreciation of the children in attendance during the main break. Round four of the local championship will take place on Saturday, June 18. ROUND THREE RESULTS B Class: 1. Rob Hall (RD59b), 28pts. 2. Carl Bartlett (RD30), 25. 3. Duncan Atkins (RD95), 22. A Class: 1. Robby Sutton (RD56), 21. 2. Bryan Brown (W90), 19. 3. Chris Picket (W77), 18. All Comer s : 1. Way ne Dempsey (RD42). 2. Rob Hall (RD59). 3. Bryan Brown (W90).
Large contingent of Barbarians fill All Stars sides WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER
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total of 11 Olympic Dam Barbarians (ODB) players took part in the Spencer Gulf Rugby League (SGRL) All Stars match on Saturday, May 14. Ten locals out of a possible 15 made up the All Stars team while one ODB player, Michael Fereti, competed for the Indigenous All Stars side.
ODB president Jason Starkey coached the All Stars as they took out a 62-22 win over their rivals. “It just shows how much quality we have got in the squad,” Starkey said. “It was fantastic to have so many players in the All Stars game. I knew there were going to be three or four players make it, but to have that many was great.” Starkey said the ODB players had enjoyed the challenge of having a hit out against the best in the league all at once, and each of
them would be better off for the experience. He said the match would have also acted well as a bonding experience for the association team, with a number of players from the two teams selected for the SGRL Titans side. “It gives them a chance to get used to playing with each other,” he said. “So when they go down and play in Adelaide against the Metro side they will be closer. “This game also gives the players a chance to get to know one another, so come game
The Spencer Gulf Rugby League All Stars were coached by OD Barbarians Rugby League Club president Jason Starkey (front, second from right). PHOTOS: Supplied
Roxby Downs Golf Association Club Foursome Championships, Saturday, May 21, 2016 NAME NAME SCORE FOURSOMES CHAMPIONS GLEN MUNGUR ANDY HIGHET 77.00 RUNNERS UP SEB GRIGGS CHRIS PILLAR 77.00 NETT WINNERS BARRY DADLEH RENE AYALA 69.50 NETT RUNNERS UP LUKE BRIND DAMIEN SINKINSON 70.50 LADIES FOURSOMES CHAMPIONS ANDREA FREETH ANN SHIELDS 106.00 LADIES NETT WINNERS ANNE GRAY TRISH HENDRY 86.50 NTP DIV 1 LUKE BRIND NTP DIV 2 ADAM KILNER NTP LADIES/JNR MICHAEL DILLON LONG DRIVE DIV 1 SEB GRIGGS LONG DRIVE DIV 2 CHRIS BARRY LONG DRIVE LADIES/JNR KATE McDONALD NTP DIV 1 SHAUN TAYLOR NTP DIV 2 MICHAEL PAUL NTP LADIES/JNR NIL LONG DRIVE DIV 1 CHRIS PILLAR LONG DRIVE DIV 2 BARRY DADLEH LONG DRIVE LADIES/JNR ANN SHIELDS
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day and social events they will know more people.” Meanwhile the Barbarians are still at the top of the SGRL ladder with seven wins after the Whyalla Steelers forfeited on the weekend. Starkey said he knew he had recruited some handy rugby players, but the side’s current success was unbelievable. The Barbarians’ next game will be at home this Saturday against last year’s premiers, the Port Pirie Devils, with kickoff at 2pm.
Michael Fereti (front, right) was the only Barbarians player on the Indigenous All Stars side.
Hill throws third 180 in a row
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arren Hill threw his third consecutive 180 during round nine of the Roxby Downs Darts League competition last Wednesday night.
Hill was joined by Riaan Grobler, who threw his first 180 for the year. ROUND NINE RESULTS: Four Play d Bull Shooters (by forfeit), 11-0; Smokin Darts d Pink Fizz, 7-4; Dead Eye Dicks d Andamooka Opals, 9-2; FODFA d GC12, 6-5; Red Bullz N All d Twisted Flights, 7-4. ISITIN? had the bye. LEADERBOARD AFTER ROUND NINE: 1. Dead Eye Dicks, 18pts. 2. Four Play, 16. 3. FODFA, 16. 4. GC12, 16. 5. ISITIN?, 14. 6. Smokin Darts, 12. 7. Pink Fizz, 8. 8. Red Bullz N All, 8. 9. Twisted Flights, 6. 10. Bull Shooters, 4. 11. Andamooka Opals, 2. www.themonitor.com.au
TOP FIVE MALE AGGREGATES: 1. Troy Giddens (Dead Eye Dicks), 8325. 2. Andrew Williamson (Smokin Darts), 6867. 3. Riaan Grobler (ISITIN? ), 6484. 4. Steven Webber (Pink Fizz), 6026. Steve Warner (FODFA), 5836. TOP FIVE FEMALE AGGREGATES: 1. Zoe Leslie (Twisted Flights), 1873. 2. Maeve Kendrick (Pink Fizz), 1589. 3. Katie Meadow (Bull Shooters), 1359. 4. Trish Curnow (Andamooka Opals), 999. 5. Nicole Grantham (Twisted Flights), 867. TOP FIVE TEAM AGGREGATES: 1. Dead Eye Dicks, 20,763. 2. ISITIN?, 17130. 3. GC12, 16,285. 4. Smokin Darts, 15,978. 5. FODFA, 15844. TOP FIVE TEAM PEGS: 1. GC12, 145. 2. FODFA 137. 3. Dead Eye Dicks, 135. 4. ISITIN?, 134. 5. Pink Fizz, 111. Wednesday, May 25, 2016 -- Page 13
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OD overcomes Hornridge in A grade clash VERITY CASSERLY NETBALL REPORTER
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riday night’s fourth round of the Roxby Downs Netball Association (RDNA) senior competition saw a lull in spectators, while the warmer weather gave players a reprieve from the recent cold.
The first A grade game of the evening saw Olympic Dam defeat Hornridge, 39-36. An undermanned OD pulled a contingent of players from the B grade side to fill positions. The first quarter saw a close encounter with OD shooting 12 goals against Hornridge’s 11 for a one-goal lead. The game remained close with Hornridge goal defence Georgia Sleep working hard to curtail OD goal attack Bec Eli. However, it failed to prevent OD from maintaining a two-goal lead into the half-time break, 20-18. The third quarter saw the Devils begin to pull away as they increased their lead to six goals, with Anna Gubbin and Sam Fishlock working hard in defence, 31-25. Hornridge fought back hard in the final quarter but was unable to prevent OD from taking the game by three goals. Miners A grade netballers maintained their undefeated streak by overcoming East Roxby, 54-27. They took control of the court in the first quarter with a 17 goal lead, 22-5, with an interesting duel between powerhouse Joice Takaidza and East Roxby’s Rachel Winterfield. The half-time break saw the Miners increase their commanding lead to 27 goals, 38-11, with Cassie Weir playing a dominate role in goal attack. Miners coach Tony Weir took the opportunity in the second half to rest his staple shooters. East Roxby worked hard in the second half to hold the Miners to a 27-goal lead at the final whistle. It was a case of deja vu when Miners B grade defeated East Roxby, 54-27. The Miners had the lead by four goals in the first quarter, 13-9, with Megan Herring (Miners) and Annie Ryan (East Roxby) battling it out in the centre court. They took control of the court in the second quarter, with Ashlie Ali and Emma Neilson working fluidly in the goals to increase their lead to 18, 31-13. Player changes on both sides saw the Miners continue to maintain their dominance as they extended their lead
to 26 goals in the third quarter, 43-17. East Roxby defenders Ines Badman and Kirsten Falt worked hard in the final quarter to hold the Miners to a 27-goal win. The game between the Hornridge and Olympic Dam B grade teams saw the first draw of the season, 34-all. OD came out strong in the first quarter to double Hornridge’s score, 12-6. Spectators were provided with an enjoyable tussle between OD goal attack Madison Evans and Hornridge goal defence Stacey Nicholson. The half-time break saw Hornridge gain lost ground to decrease OD’s lead to one goal, 17-16. A battle for ball control in the third quarter saw Hornridge take the lead by two goals, 27-25. In the C grade, round four saw the interclub clashes of the season. It was a bitter-sweet ending when Olympic Dam Green C Grade defeated Olympic Dam Yellow, 51-15. OD Green held a 25 goal-lead at half time with Mel Ferry (OD Green) working hard against Shannon Scarr (OD Yellow) in centre. The final whistle saw OD Green take the game by 36 goals. It was a battle for the Magpies with Hornridge Black defeating Hornridge Pink by four goals, 47-43. Hornridge Black came out strong in the first quarter to take a seven-goal lead, 15-8, with Renee Anderson and Mel Rigden in the goals. The second half saw Hornridge Pink fighting back hard to finish the game with a four-goal loss. A rejuvenated Miners White defeated Miners Red, 43-18. Miners White held an eight-goal lead heading into the half-time break, 20-12. Miners Red goal shooter Libby Steer sustained a game-ending injury in the third quarter, resulting in the Reds finishing the game with six players. A fighting Miners White took the game by 25 goals in the final quarter. It is already a quarter of the way through the season and the Miners continue to carry over their dominance from last season in the A and B grades. This Friday night will see Miners play OD and Hornridge take on East Roxby for the A and B grade competitions. The C grade matches will see Miners Red against Hornridge Black Meanwhile the RDNA has been conducting trials for a 13 and under and 15 and under side to represent the association at the Country Championships, with the final selection to be made this week. Also final trials were held last Thursday to pick a senior team to compete at the championships, which will be held over the June long weekend.
Layla Maine (T-Birds nine and under goal attack) jumps for a goal while Molly Playford (Shooters goal defence) defends during junior netball on Saturday. Page 14 -- Wednesday, May 25, 2016
East Roxby A grade goal keeper Rachel Winterfield takes on Miners goal shooter Joice Takaidza during senior netball on Friday night.
Kirralee Buran (East Roxby A grade wing attack) looks to make a pass from centre court while under pressure from Miners wing defence Renee Wurfel. PHOTOS: Verity Casserly
Jodie Pedder (Hornridge Black goal keeper) makes a boundary pass during her side’s C grade win.
Olympic Dam B grade goal shooter Sam Corneliusen lines up a shot as Hornridge goal keeper Melissa Haynes prepares for a rebound.
Shooters nine and under goal keeper Abbey Bode gets in front of T-Birds goal shooter Anna Freeman. www.themonitor.com.au
Hornridge Pink C grade wing defence Martha Handyside in action.
Tatenda Takaidza (Lightning nine and under goal attack) makes a pass from centre court during her game against Bullets. THE MONITOR - Your Community Newspaper
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Miners captain Craig Hall looks up for an option during his side’s win on Friday night. PHOTOS: Verity Casserly
First clashes complete
WRITTEN BY ROSS WILSON
R
oxby Districts won its Far North Football League (FNFL) round five clash against Hornridge by 47 points on Friday night.
All teams have now played each other once and the Miners remain the only undefeated side in the competition. Evergreen Roxby Miners stalwart Cody Kenny was playing his 100th game on the weekend, when he qualified for life membership of the league. Kenny, although not a dominant player against Hornridge, put in his usual reliable constructive performance, which set up many opportunities for his forwards. Magpies coach Ash Baxter would have been delighted with his players’ efforts and toughness at the ball as they threw everything at the Miners in an attempt to win through aggression and tenacity.
It was a ‘win at all costs’ mentality which led to a scrappy yet entertaining game. Hornridge was best served by Steve Finey across half back and the ever-reliable Brad Cooper who was in everything, along with Brendon Lehman, Simon Henke and Ben Grimston. They tried to push forward but lacked a consistent forward or focal point and were continually repelled by the strong Miners defence. To half time it was a battle of attrition as both sides were still in it with a 14-point margin. The first half of the third quarter was much the same and the flood gates crashed open as the Magpies tired and lost their tenacity. The half back line of the Miners took over with Haris Vrbovac, Ben Hampel, Aaron Parry and Craig Hall lifting. From there they continually found forwards Todd Paull, Kane Zeptner, Tyron Cribb and Luke Godrey to run out the victors by 47 points.
The final score was 11.9 (75) to 4.4 (28).
East Roxby d Coober Pedy WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER
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a st Rox by ’s strong start to the 2016 FNFL season continued with a convincing 85-point win over Coober Pedy at the Saints’ home turf on Saturday.
It was history repeating itself for the two sides as it has been nearly a year since the Roos defeated Coober Pedy by almost the exact same margin at the same venue. Jack Orr, Jason Lukich, Ty Kirkwood, Brodie Daddow and Curtley Dadleh were the standout performers for the Roos on the weekend while Daniel Smith was the side’s leading goal kicker with four. Troy Mulders chipped in with three goals while Atticus
Dekuyer, Terry Clancy and Dadleh all kicked two. For the home side Matthew Lynch was again at his damaging best, kicking three out of the Saints’ five goals. He was among the best along with Kerry Roderick, Wayne Chamberlain, Gary Warren and Joshua Weetra. Harley Cotter and Joshua Abdulla were the only other goal scorers for the Saints. After round five, pre-season predictions have proved on the money with Roxby Districts and East Roxby out in front with four and three wins respectively. Hornridge sits third with two wins, while Coober Pedy rounds out the four with just the one win. The Devils, who sit on the bottom of the ladder, will be looking for their first win of the season when they face Hornridge at 2.30pm this Saturday after the Miners and Coober Pedy kick off the double header at 12.30pm.
FOOTBALLER OF THE
Year
A good, hard-contested game. Ashley Baxter
Results from FNFL Round 5
Congratulations to Cody Kenny on 100 club games. Legend! Ricky Prosser
VOTES 3 2 1
HIDDEN ROUND
NAME
CLUB
VOTES
1
T. Cribb
Roxby Districts
7
2
M. Shaw
Olympic Dam
6
3
M. Schipper
East Roxby
6
CURRENT LEADER
Tyron Cribb
Roxby Districts
A great contest. Coober Pedy took it right up to us. Cam Faulkner
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Far North Football League Friday, May 20, 2016 A GRADE Roxby Districts 2.4 4.6 7.9 11.9 (75) Hornridge 0.0 1.0 2.2 4.4 (28) Roxby Districts best players: H. Vrbovac, B. Hampel, C. Hall, R. Prosser, C. Kenny. Hornridge best players: S. Finey, B. Cooper, B. Lehmann, S. Henke, B. Grimston. Roxby Districts goal scorers: T. Paull 4, K. Zeptner 2, A. Parry, J. Sheppard, T. Cribb, L. Godfrey, B. Chesson. Hornridge goal scorers: S. Caputo 2, L. Forward, A. Baxter 1. East Roxby 17.20(122) Coober Pedy 5.7 (37) East Roxby best players: J. Orr, J. Lukich, T. Kirkwood, B. Daddow, C. Dadleh. Coober Pedy best players: K. Roderick, M. Lynch, W. Chamberlain, G. Warren, J. Weetra. East Roxby goal scorers: D. Smith 4, T. Mulders 3, A. Dekuyer, C. Dadleh, T. Clancy 2, M. Daddow, C. Faulkner, T. Kirkwood, J. Lukich. Coober Pedy goal scorers: M. Lynch 3, H. Cotter, J. Abdulla.
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Footballer of the Year Leaderboard after Round 5 A very good game. Well done. Brenton Weetra
Luke Godfrey (Miners) lines up a shot at goal.
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Roxby Districts East Roxby Hornridge Coober Pedy Olympic Dam
P 4 4 4 4 4
W 4 3 2 1 0
L 0 1 2 3 4
D 0 0 0 0 0
F 467 392 238 218 135
A 112 163 265 427 483
% Pts 416.96 16 240.49 12 89.81 8 51.05 4 27.95 0
TOP 10 GOAL KICKERS Name Scott McIntyre Todd Paull Ricky Prosser Kain Zeptner Jaeden Calyun Ashley Baxter Luke Godfrey Joel Harman Daniel Smith Tyron Cribb
Club This round Total East Roxby 0 14 Roxby Districts 4 13 Roxby Districts 0 12 Roxby Districts 2 10 Coober Pedy 0 7 Hornridge 1 7 Roxby Districts 1 7 Hornridge 0 6 East Roxby 4 5 Roxby Districts 1 5
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Students return to CanDance
Maddie Qualmann (back, left), Chloe Turley, Lucy Chamberlain, Tessa Visser and Meg Johnson (front) will be among local performers at the CanDance for a Cure concert this weekend. PHOTO: Patrick Glover
WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER
R
oxby Academy of Dance ( R A D ) s tu d e nt s w i l l take part in their fourth CanDance for a Cure event at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre this Saturday.
The local contingent will consist of 54 dancers, with some of them attending their first CanDance concert. “This year we are trying to take as many kids as we can that haven’t done it before so it gives some other dancers a go,” said RAD director Lana ‘Miss Lana’ Chamberlain. “There will (also) be some kids
going that have been involved before, so we want to try and get everyone involved. “It is not a competition. It is all about having fun.” The RAD students will be performing a hip hop routine on the night and will participate in the final act with the other schools. Five local dancers were selected
to take part in the opening number last year, but this year there will be none. Miss Lana said she and her students decided against being in the opener this time around because of the extensive travel required for the audition and rehearsals. She said parents and families had been supportive of the event and
the students in the lead-up to this weekend. Miss Lana is hoping this means a large Roxby Downs contingent will be attending the show. “The more tickets that CanDance sell, the more money they can make to donate to finding a cure for cancer,” she added.
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