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Cyclists set the trend for SA challenge

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round 14 cyclists took part in the state’s first-ever SixtyRide challenge, which was held in Roxby Downs on Sunday morning.

Attendees of South Australia’s ﬁrst-ever SixtyRide challenge at Roxby Downs on Sunday morning. PHOTO: Kristen Dwyer

Rebecca Cooke, roxbylink’s sport and recreation officer, said the event had run smoothly and she was already excited about the next event. “It all went really well and we are now hoping to expand on this across the next five months,” she said. A mixed group of cyclists completed as many laps of the five-kilometre circuit as they could in 60 minutes. The challenge has been undertaken across Australia as part of the Bicycle Network’s national initiative. Another SixtyRide event will be held at Roxby on the last Sunday of every month for the next five months to give cyclists a chance to improve on their number of laps completed.

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Rotary club saving lives WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

elping locals detect bowel cancer in its early stages was the aim of a recent campaign conducted by the Rotary Club of Roxby Districts.

Rotarians held a stall at last month’s Roxby Market Day to help raise awareness and hand out detection kits. Bowel cancer kills more than 4000 men and women each year. However, it can be effectively treated if diagnosed early. The detection kits allow locals to test themselves in the comfort of their own homes and has already proven effective in Roxby Downs. “This is the third year the Roxby Districts Rotary club have done it, and in the pre-

vious two years we know of three people that have tested positive,” said local Rotarian Norm Evans. “They had to do further follow-up tests and one of them had an operation, but they found the cancer before it could develop so they stopped it from growing.” The local Rotary club sold more kits this year than in the past two – an achievement with which Mr Evans said the group was pleased as it showed the word was getting out there in the community. Meanwhile the Rotary club’s pavers for the Curdimurka Street playground are still on sale. Individual pavers can be purchased for a donation of $40 or more, while double pavers can be purchased for $85 or more.

Rotary Club of Roxby Districts members, including Norm Evans (right), sold bowel cancer detection kits at last month’s Market Day. PHOTO: Verity Casserly

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Developers explore new rail loop at Leigh Creek

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magnesite mining project at Leigh Creek could involve the construction of a new rail loop in the area, according to its developers.

Culture on show for Reconciliation Week WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

Alycia Orr (centre) with Mia and Grace at the art exhibition opening last Wednesday.

ocals came together for a number of Reconciliation Week events in Roxby Downs last week.

Local indigenous project officer Peter Burgoyne said the week was as much about celebrating other cultures as it was focused on his own. “It is an important week and one that is celebrated all over Australia,” Mr Burgoyne said. “But Reconciliation Week is about acknowledging and learning about all other cultures and identities – whatever your background may be.” Mr Burgoyne said “no one is born with culture, they are taught it” and Reconciliation Week simply helped raise awareness of other ways of life. Reconciliation Week celebrations kicked off in Roxby Downs last Wednesday with the Black Screen short film festival and an art exhibition opening. Around 40 people attended the event – a turnout that NAIDOC planning committee member Anni Giles said she was pleased to see. “There was a lot of positive feedback about last Wednesday night,” she said. “There were a few different ele-

ments about the night that I think attracted a few different people.” ‘Bush tucker’ was available for guests on the night to try while admiring the exhibition before the film screening. Last week’s local Sorry Day (May 26) event was held at the Roxby Downs Health Service, where Mr Burgoyne made a presentation to attendees. He spoke about indigenous Australians’ history and how things have changed for them over the years. Events covered ranged from the Stolen Generation to Kevin Rudd’s apology speech in 2008.

“Peter is a wealth of knowledge,” Ms Giles said. “He really puts things into perspective by adding a personal touch.” Mr Burgoyne said Reconciliation Week and the message it conveyed had been well received by the Roxy Downs community. The celebrations continue tomorrow night with the family-friendly Reconciliation Roxby Style event at the Community Youth Centre from 4pm to 7pm. Ms Giles said she was hoping to see as many people down there as possible.

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Archer Exploration revealed last week that it had signed a heads of agreement with Bowmans Intermodal to identify opportunities to jointly progress the development of rail infrastructure. The Leigh Creek Magnesite Project is located about 20km north west of the Leigh Creek coalfield, where rail infrastructure is already present. Archer Exploration is considering both rail and road transport solutions for the transport of magnesite ore from Leigh Creek. Under the agreement with Bowmans, both companies would work together to assess the feasibility of developing and sharing rail infrastructure in the area. The proposed shared rail facility would be located next to the existing rail loop at the Leigh Creek coalfield. “Archer is pleased to have signed the agreement with Bowmans and is looking forward to working together

to identify a shared infrastructure solution,” said Archer chairman Greg English in a statement last week. “The work with Bowmans will enable Archer to finalise plans and costs for the ore rail solution and provide Archer with the information it needs to reach a decision on the best ore transport solution for Archer’s Leigh Creek Magnesite Project. “The agreement with Bowmans and the previous co-operation agreement signed with Leigh Creek Energy will allow Archer to develop the Leigh Creek Magnesite Project in a more timely and cost-effective way. “(It will also allow Archer to) meet the aggressive timelines we have set for ourselves.” The results of Archer’s project study earlier this year supported an open-pit mining operation, third-party processing and the export of high-quality magnesia to overseas customers. Two different types of magnesia will be exported. One can be used for the linings of furnaces, kilns and reactors. The other is an essential component in a number of agricultural, environmental, construction and industrial applications.

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Roxby Downs Hospital Auxiliary Community Fun Walk organisers (from left) Rachel Philp, Suzanne Crafter, Pat Coombes, Darya White, Laura Frederick and Matilda, Jenna and Josie Schipper. INSET: Els Scroop and Deb Price were among those embracing the dress-up theme for the event. PHOTOS: Kristen Dwyer

Locals step up for hospital WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

ore than 50 people turned out for the inaugural Roxby Downs Hospital Auxiliary Community Fun Walk on Sunday morning.

It is unknown yet how much money was raised to put back into the hospital, but an auxiliary spokesperson said it had been a successful event. “It was good fun,” the spokesperson said. “We were surprised and pleased with the turnout,

very grateful for our sponsors and the community really got behind us.” The spokesperson said the auxiliary was pleased with the outcome, with only positive feedback received from attendees. Face painting and a jumping castle were a hit with the

children while everyone enjoyed the food on offer. A number of people also took the opportunity to dress up for the event, which saw participants gather at Lions Park before completing a three-kilometre walk around the nearby ovals.

Nuclear dump consultation to take several months

he site and construction of a used nuclear fuel and interme diatelevel waste storage and disposal facility will undergo months of public and government consultation before a decision is made.

The Monitor recently reported that BHP Billiton Olympic Dam had been mentioned in informal talks as a possible site for the facility. H o w e v e r, S o u t h Australian Premier Jay Weatherill told The Monitor the State Government had not been in contact with

the mining giant at this stage. “The Government has not made any decision on whether to increase our role in the nuclear fuel cycle,” he said. “We’re now at the start of this conversation and, thanks to the work of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal

Commission, we have a substantial evidence base to ensure the community can be informed as we have these discussions over the coming months. “The final report of the Royal Commission has made 12 key recommendations regarding the deepening of South Australia’s involvement in the nuclear fuel cycle. “This includes pursuing the establishment of nuclear fuel and intermediate-level waste storage facilities in South Australia. “All South Australians will be able to have their say through the extensive community consultation process

that will be occurring over the coming months.” The recommendations made in the report included three steps to be taken, following the release of the royal commission documents, before the waste dump comes to fruition: • Deﬁne a broad concept for the storage and disposal site in South Australia on which to get public opinion from. • Establish a dedicated agency to undertake community engagement to establish public opinion on the matter. • With that agency, prepare draft frame-

work, seek the support and co-operation of the Australian Government and determine whether and gauging client nation’s interests to participate in the process. The report goes on to outline the long consultation process that would be conducted to ensure the correct decisions were made in the eyes of the public. It is unclear how long this process will take, but an estimate in the report said it would take between six to 18 months to full gauge the public’s opinion on the topic. Guidelines for what the State Government are looking for in a site to build the waste dis-

posal were also outlined in the report. Following the consultation process, the recommendation is for the State Government to introduce legislation to facilitate the development of the dump and storage site. The G over nment would also support the community development of a detailed project proposal. For more information about the Commission’s report and the consultation process being conducted, visit: www.yoursay.sa.gov.au/ nuclear BY PATRICK GLOVER

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Mikado cast helps mould the next generation of opera enthusiasts WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

erformers from The Mikado helped mould the next generation of opera singers and enthusiasts during a workshop with local students last Friday.

Part of the cast from the Co-Opera show came to Roxby Downs a number of days early. They took the opportunity to meet with students ahead of Saturday’s performance at the roxbylink auditorium. “This is a special case,” cast member Karina Jay told The Monitor. “We don’t usually run workshops. “It is really good for the children to try and develop a love for opera. It is unusual because they don’t have much of an opportunity for that here. “We are trying to show the children that opera can be fun and it is not just some elite art for rich old people – everyone can enjoy it.

“We are doing these sessions to try and share and pass on our love of music and our passion for opera. “We want to try and pass it on because they are the next generation of opera.” Jay said last week’s visit was the second time she had been to Roxby Downs, with her first trip being last year for Co-Opera’s performance of The Magic Flute. “The two shows are very different,” she said. “The Magic Flute was a Mozart opera, whereas The Mikado is a Gilbert and Sullivan Society comedy.” A large crowd turned out to support The Magic Flute last year and this time around was no different, with nearly all seats occupied for Saturday’s show. Jay said she had enjoyed her visits to Roxby Downs, describing the town “as a great place to be”. “It is great to be back and hopefully we will be back again next year,” she added.

ABOVE: Performers from Co-Opera’s The Mikado held a workshop with local school students at the roxbylink auditorium last Friday. PHOTO: Patrick Glover INSET: The Co-Opera cast with local chorus members following Saturday’s performance. PHOTO: Kristen Dwyer

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and Torres Strait Islander population still suffers from a lower life expectancy, lower rates of literacy and general health. It is also over-represented in the justice system when compared to the non-indigenous population. We are trying to close this gap by working in partnership with Aboriginal elders, local service providers, government departments and community members. We do so with the aim of continual and lasting improvement in outcomes for the young people, families and communities involved. This holistic approach ensures that we equip members of the community with the tools to create positive change. Our vision is for all communities to work within a spirit of

National Reconciliation Week runs from May 27 to June 3. This year’s theme – Our History, Our Story, Our Future – focuses on historical acceptance. It reflects on the fact that the journey to reconciliation forms a significant part of Australia’s history, so it is important that we keep reconciliation in our thoughts as we move forward as a nation. Youth Off The Streets has continually taken an active approach when responding to the needs of our Aboriginal communities, particularly the young people. Our approach has always been about identifying gaps in services available to Aboriginal youth, and establishing the support services that fulfil their needs so we can build a better future for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Little Lizards The Monitor wishes a happy birthday to this week’s Little Lizard, Isabelle Tilley, who turned ﬁve on Friday.

co-operation – accepting diversity, acknowledging strengths and supporting each other. It’s now up to everyone to come together and continue to work for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander equality. Committing extra resources to closing the gap as well as coming together as a nation to recognise a group of people is an achievable goal for next year’s National Reconciliation Week. Father Chris Riley CEO and Founder Youth Off The Streets

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Community Calendar JUNE 2nd - Reconciliation Roxby Style free family-friendly event, Community Youth Centre, 4-7pm. Live music, workshops, etc. 3rd - Roxby Downs Netball Association A grade matches at Court 1: East Roxby vs Olympic Dam, 6.30pm, Hornridge vs Miners, 8pm. 4th - Far North Football League Round 7 at the town oval: East Roxby vs Roxby Districts, 12.30pm, Olympic Dam vs Coober Pedy, 2.30pm. 4th - Roxby Youth Advisory Committee Italian Night for students in grades 7-12, Community Youth Centre, 6-9pm. Ph: 8671 0010. 5th - The Colour Seen

exhibition launch, roxbylink Gallery, 2pm. Drinks and nibbles provided. 11th - Vinnies Community Sleepout hosted by BankSA Roxby Downs. Details TBC. Ph: 8678 3200. 17th - RDNA A grade matches in Stadium 2: Miners vs East Roxby, 6.30pm, Hornridge vs Olympic Dam, 8pm. 18th - Roxby Market Day, 9am to 12 noon. 18th - FNFL Round 8 at the town oval: East Roxby vs Olympic Dam, 12.30pm, Hornridge vs Coober Pedy, 2.30pm. 18-19th - Andamooka Sports Shooting Association Opal Classic two-day shotgun event. Starts at 8.30am. Email: assa.secretary outlook.com

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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Hugo and Matt Frederick at the Fun Walk.

Alan Stewart and Rebecca Brogan at the hospital auxiliary fundraiser on the weekend.

Nicole Harris (right) with Jeremiah, Steve, Anna and Rubin Courtney at the Community Fun Walk on Sunday.

Kerry Orr and Sandy Gibb caught up before the Black Screen event, which was held as part of local Reconciliation Week celebrations.

Cycling challenge organisers Beth Elliott and Andrew Hudson.

SixtyRide participants Lyn Height and Sally Natt.

Sam Fischer and Kimberley Solly at the roxbylink art gallery last Wednesday.

Mills and Grant Thompson with Casey Simmons at the SixtyRide event on the weekend.

Megan Nottle, Chris McGoldrick, Donna Lamb and Mark Young ready for the opera.

Julian Blackwell and Rob McElhinney completed the SixtyRide cycling challenge on Sunday.

Shyamalee Neelawatura, Charles Nzama and Penny Knott ready for The Mikado on Saturday night.

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James and Lia Simmons attended Co-Operaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance of The Mikado at the roxbylink auditorium on Saturday night.

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Deb and Pete Price with Sasha Yantewo at the exhibition opening.

Tawana and Otto Chabayanzara at the opera on the weekend.

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Locals share story time with nation Librarians Sarah Powell and Mikyla Hick with local childcare centre attendees during National Simultaneous Storytime activities last Wednesday. INSET: Ms Powell and Ms Hick read I’ve Got This Hat to children at the roxbylink library. PHOTOS: Patrick Glover

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or the third year in a row, the roxbylink library and local children took part in National Simultaneous Storytime last Wednesday.

This year’s book was I’ve Got This Hat by Jol and Kate Temple. Groups from the local childcare centres and Toddler Story Time participants read the book with librarians Sarah Powell and Mikyla Hick. “It is a national event and it keeps growing every year,” said Ms Powell. “We had two groups come in that

don’t usually come in, so we had some children in we’d never had before, which was great.” Children from the Roxby Early Learning Community Group and Roxby Downs Child Care Centre joined hundreds of others all over the country in reading the book at 10.30am last Wednesday (11am AEST).

Ms Powell and Ms Hick also shared the book with Toddler Story Time attendees at the Tuesday and Wednesday sessions last week. Children who attended the sessions were given a hats on craft sticks to hold above their heads when their hat was mentioned during the story.

Ms Powell said it was always fun for the children when the stories were interactive. National Simultaneous Storytime aims to promote the values of reading, Australian authors and publishers and local library storytime activities while also showing how fun books can be.

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“The Charter gives a clear view of what is needed to improve the health of all women in Australia and put it the forefront of the political debate,” said AWHN chief executive officer Kelly Banister. “The Australian Women’s Health Network calls on all political parties and candidates in the Election to endorse and commit to action on The Charter. “Their responses will be posted on AWHN’s website so voters

can decide who will deliver the best policy and services to meet women’s health and well-being needs, many of which presently go unmet. “We also invite other organisations, businesses, governments and communities to sign on and adopt the Australian Women’s Health Charter as their own. “The impetus for the Australian Women’s Health Charter came from the compelling ev-

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after-hours number (0418 892 870). Please be aware if the dog poses any risk to your safety or exhibits anti-social behaviour that you should not approach it. In this instance please also call Council and let us know of the dog’s location. If you do decide to take a lost dog to your property, then it becomes your responsibility.

Although most people have good intentions, posting pictures of dogs on Facebook in an attempt to reunite a dog with its owner may not be the most efficient way to handle the situation. Some people aren’t connected with Facebook, may be out of town or might not see the notification until hours later.

Parking and loading zones

inding a car parking space in Roxby Downs is usually very easy.

It’s a perk of living in a remote community away from the crowded and stressful traffic conditions experienced in the city. It is still important to be aware of parking restrictions to avoid a substantial fine. Council parking officers will issue notices

and fines if parking signage is not adhered to. Please be aware the loading zone in front of Roxby Downs Area School has moved. The bay has been moved closer to the crossing to allow for improved accessibility. Drivers need to be aware that parking near the small oval is front end only and not to park on the yellow line. Ignoring these parking

restrictions will incur a fine of $91. The ‘kiss and drop’ areas outside of both St Barbara’s Parish School and Roxby Downs Area School are for swift drop offs only and motorists may not park in these areas. These initiatives have been implemented to increase safety for pedestrians and road users but also to minimise traffic congestion.

National Simultaneous Storytime

tor y time was an extra special event at the roxbylink Community Librar y on Wednesday, June 25.

The library took part in National Simultaneous Storytime and read I Got This Hat by Jol and Kate Temple. Thirty-one children from both the Roxby Early Learning Community Group and Roxby Downs Child Care Centre took part in the annual event run by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Staff provided the children with cut-

outs of the hats featured in the story so they could join in on the fun. The event promotes early literacy and encourages a love of books in children. Welcoming children into libraries creates positive interactions and builds familiarity with the library setting. Every year the ALIA chooses one Australian book to be read at National Simultaneous Storytime. Last year more than 500,000 children across Australia read The Brothers Quibble by Aaron Blabey.

Ramya, Sarah and Mikayla from the roxbylink Community Library at National Simultaneous Storytime.

COUNCIL OFFICE Opening hours 9am to 5pm weekdays Telephone 8671 0010 • Fax 8671 0452 Email: roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au After hours emergency Mobile 0418 892 870 Web www.roxbycouncil.com Page 10 -- Wednesday, June 1, 2016

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.

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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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Now her work with community groups around town, along with her support for the Leukaemia Foundation, has earned her the Volunteer of the Month award for March. “It is very humbling,” Mrs Price said. “I don’t do what I do for the recognition, but it is nice to be recognised.” Mrs Price has committed herself to various roles, volunteering for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and the Community Board while also presenting The Morning Show with Deb and Els on RoxFM. She even volunteers her services at pop-up events like Relay for Life and the Festival of Trees. “I am always willing to and happy to help out in any way I can,” she said. Mrs Price said she began volunteering when she first moved to Roxby Downs as a way of meeting people and getting to know what was happening in the town. She said she felt passionately about the groups she was part of and the work they do, which made it easier for her to help out. “I enjoy doing these things,” she said. “I am doing these volunteer roles because I want to do them – I couldn’t if I didn’t want to.” Mrs Price encouraged everyone in the community to choose something they are passionate about and find a way to volunteer in that area. “It doesn’t take much, even just an hour out of your week,” she said. “It is the most rewarding thing you will ever do, especially if it is something you want to do.” As part of the Volunteer of the Month initiative, award winners receive $100 that they can give to a charity or organisation of their choice. Mrs Price added the $100 to the already massive total she has raised for the Leukaemia Foundation as part of the World’s Greatest Shave.

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

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ST Barbara Catholic Parish. Masses at Roxby Downs are held at the Lutheran Church on Pioneer Dr, Saturdays from 6pm. Sunday masses (by telephone arrangement with the Parish Priest) at the Priest’s Chapel, 45C Gregory St. Woomera: Sunday masses are by telephone arrangement with the Parish Priest. Contact Fr John Folkman on 8671 0925.

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Dancers show off skills in Adelaide WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

he RoxbyAcademy of Dance (RAD) put in another impressive performance at the CanDance for a Cure concert at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre on Saturday night.

“We took 53 kids and they all did very well, I am very proud of them,” said RAD director Lana Chamberlain. “All the kids that went for their first time loved it. “It is for a good cause and we had good support from parents and families, which meant more support for CanDance.” The concert saw a number of different acts perform – from high school teams to a Russian dance school and everything in between. CanDance Australia has now raised enough money through these concerts to build its own cancer research facility. For more information about the charity, visit: www.candnceaustralia.com.au

Roxby Academy of Dance students were in Adelaide for the CanDance for a Cure concert on the weekend. PHOTO: Supplied

Reschke joins Soccer the 180 club juniors warm R up with two wins yan Reschke threw his first 180 for the year during round 10 of the Roxby Downs Darts League competition last Wednesday night.

Dead Eye Dicks are the current leaders of the competition with 20 points, followed by GC12 on and FODFA on 18. ROUND 10 RESULTS: FODFA d Andamooka Opals, 6-5; Dead Eye Dicks d Four Play, 8-3; Smokin Darts d Twisted Flights, 9-2; ISITIN? d Pink Fizz, 6-5; Red Bullz N All d Bull Shooters, 11-0 (forfeit). GC12 had the bye. LEADERBOARD AFTER ROUND 10: 1. Dead Eye Dicks, 20. 2. GC12, 18. 3. FODFA, 18. 4. Four Play, 16. 5. ISITIN?, 16. 6. Smokin Darts, 14. 7. Red Bullz N All, 10. 8. Pink Fizz, 8 (NB). 9. Twisted Flights, 6. 10. Bull Shooters, 4. 11. Andamooka Opals, 2. MALE TOP 5 AGGREGATES: 1. Troy Giddens 8738. 2. Andrew Williamson 6867. 3. Steven Webber 6766. 4. Steve Warner 6516. 5. Riaan Grobler 6484. LADIES TOP 5 AGGREGATES: 1. Zoe Leslie 2633. 2. Maeve Kendrick 1837. 3. Katie Meadow 1359. 4. Trish Curnow 1139. 5. Kristi Jackson 1012. TOP 5 TEAM AGGREGATES: 1. Dead Eye Dicks 22,039. 2. ISITIN? 19,091. 3. FODFA 17,704. 4. Smokin Darts 17,013. 5. GC12 16,285. TOP 5 TEAM PEGS: 1. Dead Eye Dicks 150. 2. FODFA 149. 3. ISITIN? 147. 4. GC12 145. 5. Smokin Darts 126.

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he Roxby Downs Junior Soccer Club’s under 13 side has warmed up for the country championships later this month with two wins against Whyalla and Port Augusta on the weekend.

Coach Tony D’Arrigo said the two friendly matches at Port Augusta had helped the junior squad get exposure to different teams ahead of the championships. The side defeated Port Augusta in its first game, 3-2, before accounting for Whyalla with the same score line. “They all behaved and played like little champs,” D’Arrigo said. “Well done to all.” BY PATRICK GLOVER

The Roxby Downs Junior Soccer Club’s under 13 team following its two wins over Port Augusta and Whyalla on the weeekend. PHOTO: Supplied

Roxby City under eight soccer player Max Hudson throws the ball in from the boundary line on Sunday.

Around the grounds Dylan Higginson (Bulldogs) prepares a kick during under nine football on the weekend.

THE HOOPERS 2 Person Ambrose Saturday, May 28, 2016 NAME NAME OVERALL WINNER SEB GRIGGS SHARA GRIGGS LADIES WINNERS ANN SHIELDS ANDREA FREETH MIXED WINNERS PETE DAVIES KATE McDONALD MENS R/UP TONY RICHTER BEN HAINES LADIES R/UP ANNE GRAY MEL CONDON MIXED R/UP JOHN FOLKMAN GAYLE SIERSEMA THIRD DAMO CONDON MIKE PAUL FOURTH SIMON BURDEN CHAD OLDFIELD FIFTH GLEN MUNGUR ANDY HIGHET NTP DIV 1 ROBIN PASSMORE NTP DIV 2 BEN HAINES NTP LADIES/JNR ANN SHIELDS LONG DRIVE DIV 1 TIM CZYDEL LONG DRIVE DIV 2 RENE AYALA LONG DRIVE LADIES/JNR ANN SHIELDS

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Under eight soccer players Tino Mtendeudzi (Roxby United) and Kody Fitts (Roxby City) chase down the ball.

Lachlan MacLeod (Roxby United) takes possession during his under eight soccer game on the weekend. PHOTOS: Kristen Dwyer

SCORE 60.25 74.00 68.50 63.75 80.00 72.00 64.25 64.50 65.00

Finn Giles (Hawks under nine) takes possession of the ball. PHOTOS: Kristen Dwyer

Bulldogs under nine footballer Harry Freemantle gets a kick away during his match on Saturday.

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Miners pushed in close contest WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

he Roxby Districts Miners continued their winning start to the Roxby Downs Netball Association (RDNA) A grade season by accounting for Olympic Dam by 14 goals on Friday night. After going down by 51 points when the sides last met, the Devils bounced back and put in a competitive effort against the top team. Both were missing a number of their regular players, but this failed to stop the Miners’ quick and precise ball movement. OD had plenty of the ball early as well but was unable to find a way through the Miners’ strong defence, which welcomed back Georgia Mandemaker last week. Kelsey Hampel (Miners) was finding plenty of the ball in wing attack and provided plenty of drive into the circle for her goalies. At quarter time the Miners had opened up a 16-8 lead. The Miners started the second quarter the way they finished the first to put the first few goals on the board. Despite the Miners’ dominance on the scoreboard, OD goal keeper Nicole Gregory was holding her own, if not taking the honours, in her battle with the senior competition’s best shooter, Joice Takaidza. The other match-up in the Miners’ goal circle was proving just as good with Hayley Wurfel (goal attack) and Chrislene Swart (goal defence) both getting plenty of possession for their sides.

By the end of the second quarter OD was starting to even the game up as Ali Knights began to find room in the circle to help keep her side in the contest. But she and her goal attack counterpart, Talia Glover, were missing crucial shots to allow the Miners to extend their lead at the half-time break, 30-19. OD made a few positional changes at half time, which saw Megan Crawford given her first run for the game. The changes proved effective with the Devils managing to bring the margin back to nine goals heading into the last change. They continued to come in the last quarter with Gregory getting on top of Takaidza and rebounding the ball out of defence. However, like the second quarter, they had missed opportunities which the Miners capitalised on to run out the 14-point winners, 52-38. In the other A grade game East Roxby overcame Hornridge in a close contest. The Magpies had all the play early but neither they nor East Roxby could capitalise on their opportunities. Jess Hassett started well for the Roos, getting plenty of the ball as the sides went goal for goal in the first quarter. But at quarter time it was the Roos with their noses in front, 9-7. The second quarter was a see-sawing affair with both sides starting on even terms before Bonnie Harman and her Hornridge teammates began to get on top. But just as Harman got her side back in the game with back-to-back goals, she missed an

opportunity to make it three in a row and the Roos took advantage of the miss. From there the rest of the quarter was all East Roxby with the Hornridge defence working well under the enormous pressure being applied. Dearne Masson was rebounding out of defence well for Hornridge but the ball was always coming straight back in. By the half-time break the Roos had slightly extended their lead to three goals, 16-13. Once again it was Hornridge who settled better after the break, shooting the first goal to reduce the margin back to two. Masson was beginning to win her battle with Hassett after the latter had the better of the duel in the first quarter. Both teams were wasting opportunities in front of goals but it was Hassett’s partner in attack, Tanisha Herlihy-Graham, who started finding space and showed a steady hand to help the Roos shoot away into the final break. At this point East Roxby’s lead had extended to six goals, 25-19, in what was proving to be a low-scoring game. The Magpies knew they needed something big in the last quarter and came out firing and getting a lot of possession early. However, East Roxby’s defenders withstood the barrage of attacks from the Magpies to hold on to a five-goal win, 35-30. In the other grades, Hornridge defeated East Roxby 36-26 in their B grade encounter while the Miners overcame OD 47-36. In the C grade we saw the second draw of the season in as many weeks with OD Yellow sharing the points with East Roxby, 30-all.

OD Green defeated Hornridge Pink, 48-33, and Miners Red took the victory over Hornridge Black, 45-25. Meanwhile for the first time since 2004, the RDNA will be sending a senior side to the Country Championships (June 11-13) in Adelaide. The side will compete in the B grade senior competition, while the under 13 and under 15 sides will compete in the junior competition. “There is a bit of a buzz in the air, especially around the senior side – it is very exciting to have that team,” said RDNA president Theresa Wurfel. “It will be interesting to see how they go. I hope they do well.” Wurfel said she hoped that having a senior side head down this year would promote interest among the rest of the clubs for representative teams in the future. RDNA country championship senior squad: Eden Thompson, Georgia Mandemaker, Hannah Wurfel, Joice Takaidza, Kelsey Hampel, Millie Clarke, Renee Wurfel, Sally Fuller, Sam Corneliusen and Talia Glover. Coach: Tony Weir. 15 and under squad: Bianca Caden, Cody Jackson, Demi Gow-Smith, Hayley Wurfel, Mikayla Kelly, Millie Cordy, Ruby Nottle, Sienna Brougham and Tawana Chabayanzara. Coach: Theresa Wurfel. 13 and under squad: Abbey Hardwick, Charlotte Johnson, Chloe Turley, Corinna Lecons, Ella Ramsey, Jada Wellgreen, Llewellyn Secker, Madison Qualmann, Meg Johnson and Yananai Chabayanzara. Coach: Regina Qualmann.

Olympic Dam B grade goal keeper Sam Fishlock defends as Ashlie Ali (Miners goal shooter) lines up a shot. Laura Kelly (Olympic Dam C grade goal defence) jumps high to defend against Kate Higgins (Hornridge centre).

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Hornridge A grade goal attack Ruby Haeta lines up a shot as East Roxby goal keeper Eden Thompson defends during their game on Friday night. www.themonitor.com.au

17 & UNDER Lightning 28 d Bullets 21 T-Birds 38 d Shooters 34 13 & UNDER Bullets 15 d Lightning 6 Shooters 16 d T-Birds 15 11 & UNDER Lightning 23 d Bullets 1 Shooters 14 d T-Birds 2 9 & UNDER Lightning 3 d Bullets 2 T-Birds 2 d Shooters 1 Note: No junior netball played last Saturday in light of the CanDance competition being held in Adelaide.

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Miners footballer Chris Barry and the Saints’ Casey Bailes jump up for a contest. Ricky Prosser (Roxby Districts) dishes off a sweeping pass during Saturday’s massive win against Coober Pedy. PHOTOS: Kristen Dwyer

Cam Green (Olympic Dam) gets a pass away despite the defensive efforts of Simon Henke (Hornridge).

Massive 249pt win for Roxby Districts

WRITTEN BY ROSS WILSON

aturday’s first Far North Football League game in the double header at the town oval saw a massive victory to the reigning premiers, Roxby Miners, over a hapless Coober Pedy.

The Saints were in a hopeless position even before the first bounce as they could only muster 18 players. It was then obvious from the Miners’ opening goal in the first 30 seconds that a huge score was on offer and that Coober Pedy were in for a long afternoon. Roxby Districts set the pattern for the day with 11 goals in the opening stanza to Coober Pedy’s solitary one behind. That shot, just before quarter time, was to be the Saints’ only point for the day. The final score of 38.22 (250) to one was thought to be a record until it was discovered that there were even bigger blowouts in the Woomera and Districts Football League over the years. Roxby Districts’ final margin of 249 points could have been bigger other than for some ‘lairising’ in front of goal and stoic resistance from an undermanned Coober Pedy. Despite the clear fact that they were completely outclassed, the Saints never gave up and fought it out to the final siren and contested strongly. They were well served by Casey Bailes, who fought manfully in the ruck, along with Fabien Kenny, Kerry Roderick, Matthew Lynch and Wayne Chamberlain. It really was a good team

effort from the Saints. It was hard to single out one player in the victorious Miners side as it was a massive team effort with some 14 players contributing to scoreboard. Even defender Jed Kenny, who does not always contribute goals, was rewarded with a couple. The main contributors up forward were Ricky Prosser with eight goals, Todd Paull (five), Scott McIvor (4), Ben Scott, Victor Buza, Craig Hall and Chris Barry in the ruck. Given the fact that the Miners went into the

game without Haris Vrbovac and Tyron Cribb, it was an ominous warning to all the other sides in the competition.

Both defences were on top with Hornridge’s Brendan Lehmann, John Martin, Johann Wagner, Mitch Blackie and Simon Henke repelling many of Olympic Dam’s thrusts forward. Likewise Tyson Hornhardt was impassable at centre half back for the Devils, Tim Corneliusen was dominating the ruck duels and Jono Veale and Michael Shaw were gaining many possessions. It was hard to penetrate either half backline. However, the latter part of the third quarter and the last saw the smaller Olympic Dam players in Veale, Shaw and half

Olympic Dam d Hornridge

n contrast to the earlier match, the second game of the double header was a struggle which turned out to be a battle of defences with many stoppages. There were many boundary throw-ins and the umpire managed the tug of war, balling it up many times during the game.

forward Lee Copeland exerting their influence. The Devils opened up their forward line and Scott Montgomerie made sure of every opportunity. Having a focal point was the difference between the two sides in the end. Montgomerie finished with a great six goals in a superb performance. As a result Olympic Dam has lifted off the bottom of the ladder with its first win of the season on 12.7 (79) to Hornridge’s 7.11 (53) – a 26-point victory.

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Year Results from FNFL Round 6

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Footballer of the Year Leaderboard after Round 6 NAME

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T. Cribb

Roxby Districts

M. Shaw

Olympic Dam

M. Schipper

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Saturday, May 28, 2016 A GRADE Roxby Districts 11.7 18.15 29.18 38.22 (250) Coober Pedy 0. 0.1 0.1 0.1 (1) Roxby Districts best players: S. McIvor, J. Kenny, R. Prosser, V. Buza, B. Scott. Coober Pedy best players: Not Supplied. Roxby Districts goal scorers: R. Prosser 8, T. Paull 5, S. McIvor 4, V. Buza, K. Zeptner, J. Sheppard 3, J. Roberts, C. Hall, B. Scott 2, J. Ford, J. Kenny, J. Bremner, A. Stopp, J. Telfer, C. Turley. Olympic Dam 4.4 5.6 10.7 12.7 (79) Hornridge 3.1 5.4 7.6 7.11 (53) Olympic Dam best players: J. Veale, M. Shaw, S. Montgomerie, T. Hornhardt, T. Corneliusen. Hornridge best players: B. Lehmann, J. Martin, L. Forward, M. Blackie, S. Henke Olympic Dam goal scorers: S. Montgomerie 6, S. Holbrook 2, T. Hornhardt, P. Glover, M. Shaw, K. Gates. Hornridge goal scorers: A. Baxter 2, B. Lehmann, B. Struck, J. Wagner, J. Martin, M. Blackie.

PREMIERSHIP TABLE Roxby Districts East Roxby Hornridge Olympic Dam Coober Pedy

P 5 4 5 5 5

W 5 3 2 1 1

L 0 1 3 4 4

D 0 0 0 0 0

F 717 392 291 214 219

A 113 163 344 536 677

% Pts 634.51 20 240.49 12 84.59 8 39.93 4 32.35 4

TOP 10 GOAL KICKERS Name Ricky Prosser Todd Paull Scott McIntyre Kain Zeptner Ashley Baxter Jaeden Calyun Josh Sheppard Scott Montgomerie Luke Godfrey Joel Harman

Club This round Total Roxby Districts 8 20 Roxby Districts 5 18 East Roxby 0 14 Roxby Districts 3 13 Hornridge 2 9 Coober Pedy 0 7 Roxby Districts 3 7 Olympic Dam 6 7 Roxby Districts 0 7 Hornridge 0 6

Roxby Downs Junior Football League Saturday, May 28, 2016 Senior Colts

VOTES 3 2 1

Far North Football League

CURRENT LEADER

Tyron Cribb

Roxby Districts

Hawks 11.16 (82) Bulldogs 4.2 (26) Hawks best players: Not Supplied. Bulldogs best players: P. McKee, C. Kemenyvary, C. Hales, L. Geraghty, B. Caden. Hawks goal scorers: Not Supplied. Bulldogs goal scorers: M. Lamb , M. Steer , L. Geraghty , O. Mulady.

Junior Colts Hawks 6.7 (43) Bulldogs 6.1 (37) Hawks best players: J. Secker, N. Kraitor, W. Grocke, J. Grillett, F. Giles. Bulldogs best players: H. Wellgreen, J. Scott, A. Musolino, D. Jose, T. Baiton. Hawks goal scorers: W. Grocke 4, L. Burden, F. Giles. Bulldogs goal scorers: D. Jose 4, A. Musolino 2.

under 9s

Game not scored Bulldogs best players: D. Smith, D. Rynne, W. Maynard, D. Higginson, H. Freemantle. Hawks best players: A. Faulkner, F. Giles, E. Wise, L. Nelson, J. Max.

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Barbarians make state side WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

lympic Dam Barbarians (ODB) players Tamati Thompson and Francis Falemaka (pictured) were both surprised when they found out they had been selected for the South Australian side in the National Rugby League (NRL).

Thompson will be the starting centre while Falemaka is set to be a reserve player when the Rams compete against other states later this month. With ODB undefeated this season, both said the whole team had been working hard and more players deserved to be in the state squad with them. “There were a few of the boys that missed out who were in the initial trials who just couldn’t get down to Adelaide,” said Thompson. “So there are some that missed out that are just as deserving as us to be here – there are a lot of good blokes in our squad.” Nikaiya Graham and Jacob Coles were two other ODB players who were picked for the initial training squad but were unavailable for the next stage of selections in Adelaide. Being named in the state squad has capped off a whirlwind few months for Thompson, Falemaka and the ODB side. The Barbarians are at the top of the Spencer Gulf Rugby League ladder with eight wins after receiving another forfeit from their opponents on the weekend.

“We have the ball moving really well,” Thompson said. “We all wanted to play (rugby) league but just didn’t know how to get it up and running. “But since (club president Jason Starkey) came he has picked the ball up and has got us up and running.” The boys are looking forward to the challenges the state side will bring as it would allow them to compete against some of the best players in the country. “I am always trying to challenge myself,” Thompson said. “So it is always good when you are given a challenge like this – it is the only way you are going to get better.” The side will compete on the June long weekend against Western Australia, the Northern Territory, Victoria and Tasmania as part of the NRL-Affiliated States Championships (June 10-12) in Adelaide. “It is going to be a good hit out,” Falemaka said. The pair said ODB’s rise to the top of the ladder and their selections in the state side had all been thanks to Starkey. ODB now has more than 20 players registered after low numbers at the first few training sessions. “There has been a big surge in rugby league in Roxby Downs,” Falemaka said. The Barbarians’ next game is against Whyalla Steelers at Jubilee Park, Port Pirie, this Saturday.

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