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Administrator steps down after 17 years, suggests review of role

BOEHM RESIGNS WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER AND RYNEISHA BOLLARD

he resignation of Roxby Council administrator Bill Boehm last week is being viewed as an opportunity to further examine the position. Mr Boehm told The Monitor the vacancy was timely “as a potential transition to a redefined role for the position of administrator”. “(This) is currently being examined by an independent Governance Review Group made

up of industry experts that I established in late 2015 and that has been meeting regularly since,” he said. Minutes from previous Roxby Council Audit Committee meetings indicate that a range of ideas are being discussed regarding how to improve on the current structure. In a report from August last year, Mr Boehm pointed out that the administrator position comes under greater focus than senior staff in other local governments. He said this was because elected members helped “buffer” community opinion. “Any objective analysis would form the view

that the municipality itself has been well governed and managed over some considerable period of time,” Mr Boehm said in the report. The topic of governance improvements was discussed at the two quarterly meetings recorded since then. February’s meeting minutes indicated that the governance review project was taking a “considerable amount of time” but would commence shortly. Mr Boehm, who had been in his role since 1999, last week said he was glad to hear that Geoff Whitbread was Roxby Council’s acting administrator.

He said appointing someone of his calibre – an experienced chief executive officer who has held positions with the City of Charles Sturt, Norwood and Kensington – reflected the importance and scope of the role. Mr Boehm added that he was looking forward to the next challenge in his life. “The Roxby Downs township has grown enormously over my time as administrator, and I leave Roxby knowing that on my watch the community facilities and services have been upgraded to a level that would befit any Adelaide suburb,” he said. CONTINUED PAGE 2

Ramsey visits ahead of ‘important’ Election WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

ith this year’s Federal Election looming as one of the most important in recent times, Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey visited Roxby Downs to hold a public meeting last week. While only a small group attended the session last Thursday night at the Oasis Motor Inn, Mr Ramsey took the opportunity to address each individual’s questions and talk about his election campaign topics. CONTINUED PAGE 3

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “It would now be the envy of any regional area and, importantly, encourage people to relocate to an outstanding township where the community is always welcoming. “Strategically and financially, Roxby Council and the community is well placed, notwithstanding the recent downturn in the mining industry and township.” Mr Boehm also took the opportunity to express his gratitude to Roxby Downs residents and council employees. “My appreciation and that of my partner Kaye (Doyle) to the council staff and community is sincere and heartfelt,” he said. Meanwhile Minister for Mineral Resourc-

articipant numbers are expected to increase this year for the fourth Roxby’s Got Talent event on Saturday, June 25.

Last year’s show featured 21 entries, with a range of dancing, singing and instrumental acts entertaining the large crowd. This year, Roxby Council’s youth community projects officer Kirsten Falt is hoping the show will grow again and incorporate a larger variety of acts. “It is a great night with a great community atmosphere,” she said. “We are hoping the whole community can get involved this year. “Last year we had good numbers across all the age categories with 21 acts, so we are hoping to increase the number again this year.” Ms Falt said the event, run by the Roxby Downs Youth Advisory Committee (YAC), also gave local children a chance to help with event management in the lead-up and on the night. The children in the committee get to run and emcee the event and act as judges. Registrations for Roxby’s Got Talent are now open, with forms available at the Community Youth Centre, roxbylink library and Roxby Council. An online version is also available at www. roxbydowns.com until 5pm on Monday, June 20. Entry on the night is $5, with proceeds going to the YAC.

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New authority at Leigh Creek WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

he Outback Communities Authority (OCA) is set to take over operational management of Leigh Creek from January 1 next year.

This is the proposal currently being negotiated between the State Government and Alinta Energy. The Government last week revealed that these discussions were ongoing in light of its commitment to providing essential services to the town beyond mid-2018. It has also pledged its support to ensure Leigh Creek remained ‘open for business’ into the future. Minister for Manufacturing and Innovation Kyam Maher made the announcement in Leigh Creek on Tuesday, June 7. Mr Maher said the move was in

support of the northern Flinders Ranges communities affected by the closure of Alinta Energy’s Leigh Creek coal mining operations. He said the OCA, a State Government organisation, was committed to ensuring that the community could transition successfully and was able to grasp future economic opportunities. The Government will appoint a transition manager to work with the OCA to develop commercial and marketing opportunities in the town and the region. This will include an expression of interest process within the next six months for commercial businesses like the tavern and caravan park. Mr Maher also last week released a report by former Minister for Education and Tourism Jane Lomax-Smith that contains 30 recommendations made to the State Government to maintain and

revitalise the township. The Leigh Creek Futures Report includes the establishment of an advisory body with representatives from surrounding communities, along with representatives from the Adnyamathanha Traditional Lands Association. The advisory body would ensure that residents in the surrounding communities who use the regional service town can have a say in its future. Residents will be encouraged to stay in the town, with tenancies being rolled over and the town transitioning to being an open community in a staged and considered process over the next year. Of the current housing stock, some dwellings are intended to be kept and upgraded for current use, other dwellings to be retained for future use. Also, depending on demand,

there will be a progressive program to demolish dwellings that are surplus to requirements. OCA chair Cecilia Woolford welcomed the release of the Leigh Creek Futures Report and commitment from the Government. Ms Woodford said this had provided a degree of certainty, along with a strong financial commitment, for the future social and economic direction of the township and region. “The Outback Communities Authority is the State Government’s statutory authority that has a legislative responsibility to provide for efficient and accountable administration and management of outback communities,” she said. “It is therefore completely appropriate for the Outback Communities Authority to manage the transition of Leigh Creek to a town that is open for business.”

LEFT: Roxby Downs Area School (RDAS) Parents and Friends group members at last year’s Fashion Show. PHOTO: Patrick Glover INSET FROM LEFT: 1. Vintage Hollywood icon Katherine Hepburn may be an inspiration when locals dress up for this month’s event. PHOTO: Insomnia Cured Here on flickr 2. Jean Harlow and Clark Gable in Red Dust (1932). PHOTO: Mauricio Navarette Contrera on flickr 3. Rita Hayworth in Gilda (1946). PHOTO: Dennis Amith on flickr

Vintage Hollywood theme for annual fashion show

WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

t’s time to get your best frocks out because the Roxby Downs Area School (RDAS) Parents and Friends group is holding its annual Fashion Show on Saturday, June 25.

This year the committee has mixed things up with a ‘Vintage Hollywood’ theme set to dazzle attendees at the RDAS Hall. “This year we are going with more of a themed style,” said Parents and Friends

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group member Claire Meatheringham. “The tables will be based on Hollywood movies, there will be games related to the theme and a pop quiz – so it’s a little bit different.” Popular brands Studio 15, Postie Fashions and Bull Rush Clothing will be represented on the night, while boutique ‘drops’ will be on sale from Finnis River Estate Wines. After around 130 people attended last year, Ms Meatheringham said she was hoping for a similar or larger turnout. The 2015 event’s popularity saw a large sum of money raised to be put towards a

new school bus and bike rack, along with a coffee machine for market days. “We are excited and looking forward to doing more revamped and new-look things on the night,” Ms Meatheringham said. “Attendance was good last year, so we are making it a bit more exciting this year.” Tickets are on sale now from the Roxby Downs Police Station and RDAS front office for $25. Entry includes a free champagne or wine on arrival and canapes throughout the night.

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As part of the Government’s commitment to Leigh Creek, essential services will be delivered to about 700 people in the town and surrounding communities. The Government will maintain existing buildings, including those for commercial use such as the caravan park, tavern, school and parks. It has also committed to maintain essential town services and assets, municipal services and recreational facilities including: • Water, wastewater, roads and the aerodrome. • The rubbish dump, footpaths, parks and gardens, barbecues, public toilets and street lighting. • The swimming pool, ovals, gymnasium and sports stadium. For a copy of the Leigh Creek Futures report, visit : http:// leighcreekfutures.sa.gov.au

Ramsey visits Roxby CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr Ramsey said the 2016 Election was particularly important considering that it involved a double dissolution to address a standstill over legislation being considered in Federal Parliament. The main topics he brought up last week regarding Roxby Downs revolved around the mining sector and the economy. Mr Ramsey discussed his concerns about the seven days on/seven days off roster being introduced at BHP Billiton Olympic Dam. He predicted that it would have a negative effect on the town. The Member for Grey also said local businesses had “copped a belting” in the past year or more, but he could see a light at the end of the tunnel. The nearby Strzelecki Track was also on the agenda, with Mr Ramsey saying he believed it should be sealed to allow easier access for trucks to export gas from the region – in turn creating more jobs. The recent release of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission findings and talks about BHP Billiton Olympic Dam posing as a possible waste storage and disposal facility were also discussed last Thursday. Mr Ramsey said the Government had attempted to

build a dump site in the area before, at Woomera, and the plans failed. He said he believed this would deter any future dump sites being built at Olympic Dam or surrounding areas, although Hawker w a s currently being considered. Mr Ramsey said he made regular visits to the 130 towns in the Grey electorate and had developed an understanding of what was important to each area. “I’m not surprised about the topics that were talked about,” he told The Monitor. “I understand the issues in Roxby Downs and Coober Pedy are generally going to be very different to that of somewhere like Yorketown.” “I have to be across gas, mining, tourism, the fishing industry, agriculture, steel work, lead smeltering – everything. “I have to be right across all those topics, which is a challenge, but I can’t learn about it all from sitting in my office.” Roxby Downs will host two more Grey candidates this month, with Nick Xenophon Team’s Andrea Broadfoot and Labor’s Scott Martin set to visit on June 23 and 27 respectively. Both will hold public sessions at the Oasis Motor Inn, with attendees asked to be there at 6.30pm for a 7pm start.

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A purposeful learning curriculum WRITTEN BY BERNADETTE LACEY

St Barbara’s Parish School teachers took part in a professional development course recently. PHOTO: Supplied

n an unusual move, St Barbara’s Parish School’s whole staff recently attended a two-day workshop in Adelaide recently.

The workshop centred around Understanding by Design (UbD) framework and was conducted by educator and author Jay McTighe. UbD reflects a continuous improvement approach to achievement. This is the approach St Barbara’s continues to take in order for long-term student achievement gains. Teachers teach for understanding of transferable concepts and processes, while learners learn in authentic contexts.

Students receive a blessing from Father Jim Monahan and Father John Folkman. Lucy, Meg, Jett, Alex, Cole, Gus, Owen, Tariro and Madison all made their confirmation recently. PHOTOS: Supplied

Students confirm their faith WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

ine St Barbara’s Parish School students , along with five Parish members,made their confirmation during a ceremony recently. The candidates had been preparing for the sacrament for a number of weeks, with sessions being run by Sister Patricia Hogan and Chrissie Grocke. Thse gave the students a chance to develop an under-

standing of their committment to being confirmed, the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church, their belief in the Holy Trinity and the symbols associated with the sacrament of confirmation. Candidates were named after their chosen saint. They chose their saint through conducting research on the virtues of various saints and which one they felt they could adopt into their lives. Mrs Grocke said it was a positive learning journey for the candidates

who “developed a deeper connection to God through saints” and felt the students were well prepared to receive the sacrament. “When these students were baptised, their parents made the promises of baptism to witness the faith on behalf of their children,” she said. “When students receive the sacrament of confirmation, they confirm those baptismal promises for themselves as their beliefs.”

Teacher Morwenna Sandford leads students to the altar during their confirmation.

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Keep skate park where it is, says YAC WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

oxby Downs Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) members are petitioning to keep the skate park at its current location following the recent release of the draft Sport and Recreation Master Plan.

The master plan suggests that the skate park could be relocated to the corner of Olympic Way and Burgoyne Street (next to the police station). It would be adjacent to new outdoor basketball facilities and a welllit youth park. However, YAC members told The Monitor the current location of the skate park was ideal, especially since the nearby Community Youth Centre’s redevelopment.

“We want to have all the youth facilities close to the youth centre,” said YAC member Jennah Laister. “It is unsafe having the youth facility on a highway, and at its current location kids can ride their scooters or play on the playground while their parents watch the footy – it is the perfect place for families.” The YAC also raised concerns about the construction timeline and whether they would be left, for a period of time, without a skate park because of the proposed move or demolition and construction of a new one. Committee member Ines Badman said the skate park could be incorporated with a Lions Park upgrade to save money, time and space. She said it was important for the youth of Roxby Downs to have a say

in this master plan too, which was why they had created a petition to hand in as part of feedback on the draft document. The petition, however, will also be aimed at adults. “It is not just going to be a youth park, it will be used by people of all ages,” Ines said. The youth group members are also hoping to produce a video with comments from the community to try and enhance their argument. Community consultation on the draft Sport and Recreation Master Plan is still open, with submissions being accepted up until Wednesday, June 22. To make a submission, complete a form online (www.roxbydowns. com/Council/m-Home.html), send an email (roxby@roxbycouncil. com) or write to PO Box 124, Roxby Downs SA 5725.

Splash Pad works delayed

orks on the roxbylink Splash Pad have been delayed while Roxby Council and acting administrator Geoff Whitbread review the original design plans.

The new Splash Pad is set to replace the existing toddler pool area. Although works have been postponed, the project is still expected to be complete in time for its original summer deadline. Mr Whitbread said the Splash Pad’s development was already under way when he arrived around four weeks ago, but he still had a series of questions he wanted answers to before continuing. “I wanted more of an understanding, and we didn’t want to start something like this without doing the due diligence required,” he said. Mr Whitbread has been in contact with councils that already have splash pads to find out about the benefits and the downsides of them. He said despite quotes having already been given, he wanted to the project’s costs compared by experienced contractors. Mr Whitbread has also requested a prudential report that compares the cost with the benefit to the community. A project manager’s report was the final factor he sought to review the finer details of the project. These will include specific roles on the project and an outline of the contractors to be used and how they will work with eachother. A final overall report addressing all these matters is set to be handed to Mr Whitbread in the coming weeks, with a decision to then be made whether any changes need to be made to the original plans. “We want to do this once and do it properly – we want nothing to need repairs further down the track,” he said. “But we also don’t want it sitting there all summer not completed, so while there is a delay in starting, it will be no longer in finishing.” BY PATRICK GLOVER

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Ethan Mckee, Jennah Laister, Kirsten Falt, Ines Badman and Nicole Johnson are petitioning to keep the skate park where it is. PHOTO: Patrick Glover

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are not represented in that agreement. Maximum penalties are $1.1 million for corporate bodies and $220,000 for persons. Considering Mr Brock has been notified, prior requests to visit Andamooka have been made and now I have requested Mr Brock to attend the next Community Representation Movement meeting. Along with the confidence Premier Weatherill has given above in Bro ck, it only seems fair for Mr Brock or maybe Mr Weatherill to accept my invitation to represent our community at my next meeting. My vision for the Community Representation Movement: A national organisation that community members from Australia can join and then can be represented if there is merit in their matter. It will recognise state and federal law

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along with the Australian Constitution but most of all equity. to th It seems our State Government condones the confidentiality of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) and shies from equity, especially procedural fairness in their disciplinatory departments for the complainant or victims. I thank all attendance at my last meeting and ask members of the community to save their debate and attend the meeting to be properly informed and openly debate. I also have social phobia that may explain some difficulty in communicating in public. Brian McFarlane Andamooka

The Sydney Morning Herald (‘Labor to retain power in South Australia’, 23/3/14) on March 23, 2014, when Geoff Brock was accused by some as a defector, that Mr Weatherill said: ‘‘I’m very confident that Mr Brock being part of our team will add an extra dimension to our capacity to represent every South Australian.’’ Once upon a time, indigenous communities suffered discrimination by their government, outcasting and giving them no rights to land, vote, enter public shops, pubs etc. Government now provides legal representation of indigenous communities when their community agreements are placed before them for negotiation, representation, acceptance or rejection –

this is applying contract law. Now on the other side of the fence, the Andamooka community has been outcast and told by Byron Gough and the Outback Communities Authority (OCA) they have no jurisdiction over the Andamooka Progress and Opal Miners Association (APOMA) if APOMA do not bring the community affairs agreement to the community for authorisation to represent the community. Byron also explained to the Andamooka community that the community are not a party to the community agreement. I have now put all OCA, Andamooka Town Management Committee and APOMA members on written notice that they may be liable pursuant to Australian Consumer Law for unconscionable conduct if they continue to enter in to community affairs agreements knowing the community

he tables have turned on community rights and broken promises.

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Community Calendar 17th - RDNA A grade matches in Stadium 2: Miners vs East Roxby, 6.30pm, Hornridge vs Olympic Dam, 8pm. 18-19th - Andamooka Sports Shooting Association Opal Classic two-day shotgun event. Starts at 8.30am both days. Email: assa.secretary@ outlook.com 18th - Roxby Market Day, 9am to 12 noon. 18th - A Noble & Son Golf Day. Registrations 9am, tee off 10am. 18th - FNFL Round 8 at the town oval: East Roxby vs Olympic Dam, 12.30pm, Hornridge vs Coober Pedy, 2.30pm. 18th - Roxby Downs Blue Light PJ and movie night for children 5-15 years, roxbylink auditorium, 6pm. Entry $10.

18th - Vinnies Community Sleepout hosted by BankSA Roxby Downs in the RDAS Hall, 6.30pm. Ph: 8678 3200. 18th - Krazy Katz performing at the Roxby Downs Racecourse from 8.30pm. Tickets $15. Ph: 0411 042 423. 21st - Biggest Morning Tea at Black Stump Cafe and Takeaways, 10am to 12 noon. Minimum $5 donation for hot drink and a piece of cake/fruit. 24th - RDNA A grade matches on Court 1: OD vs Miners, 6.30pm, Hornridge vs East Roxby, 8pm. 25th - FNFL Round 9 at the town oval: East Roxby vs Hornridge, 12.30pm, father/son match, 2.30pm, Roxby Districts vs OD, 3pm.

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he Andamooka Sp o r t s S h o o t i n g Association (ASSA) is holding its major event for the year this weekend.

Clayton Faggotter, Andrew Farr, Mark Alston and Paul Hebberman at last year’s Opal Classic. The 2016 event will take place this weekend at the Andamooka shooting range. PHOTO: Ryneisha Bollard

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The two-day Opal Classic shotgun event will be held at the shooting range – about three kilometres from the Andamooka township on Lake Torrens Road. Participants will start at 8.30am on Saturday and Sunday. No gun licence or shooting experience is required to enter as it is open to all levels, from beginners to experts. New members and their families are welcome. The 150-target event last year attracted 87 competitors and their families from across Australia. “This year we hope to beat that number and have our first-ever 100 or more shooters attend,” said ASSA secretary Ben Crompton. “This would be a great achievement, as this is our 10th year running the Opal Classic.”

Mr Crompton thanked the ASSA members who helped make the event happen, along with other supporters. “The success of the weekend relies heavily on our valued sponsors, club members, visitors and volunteers who continue to support the event,” he said. “Without them, we could not host such a successful annual shoot.” For more information ab out this we ekend’s Opal Classic, email: assa. secretary@outlook.com Meanwhile the ASSA recently released its shoot program for June, with a number of meets still ahead. Air pistol shooters will be at the range on Wednesday, June 22, and Wednesday, June 29, at 6pm. For shotgun shooters, 75 targets will be set up on Sunday, July 3, from 8am. Also other pistol shooters – including big bore, centre fire, black powder and rapid fire – will gather at the range on Sunday, June 26, and Sunday, July 3, at 2pm.

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Ethan and Billy at the recent National Families Week celebrations held at the Community Youth Centre. PHOTO: Verity Casserly

Andy Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rourke and Anna Cook at the SixtyRide cycling challenge late last month. PHOTO: Kristen Dwyer

Ricky (back, left) and Sarah with Matilda and Beatrice at the Roxby Downs Hospital Auxiliary Community Fun Walk last month. PHOTOS: Kristen Dwyer

Alisha and Nikki Millar at Lions Park for the recent Fun Walk.

Delilah, Penelope and Sophie having fun at Toddler Story Time last week. PHOTOS: Michael Scarr

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Zoe and Lacey in their pyjamas.

Milly, Meaghan Kiely, Ines and Indy catch up at the youth centre.

Charlotte at the RDAS event last Thursday.

At the Community Youth Centre last Thursday afternoon were Ben, Phoenix, Ethan, Milly, Sanja, Meaghan Kiely, Indy, Ines, Donnell, Jennah and Josh.

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Roxby Council Draft Annual Business Help us Reunite Plan for 2016/2017: Nemo with Dory Consultation now open To Celebrate Pixar’s New movie “Finding Dory” R Will be hosting a movie event

oxby Council’s Draft Annual Business Plan is now open for community consultation.

The ABP provides a strategic outline for Council’s services, programs and projects for the year ahead. It is designed to inform the Budget and to provide longer-term goals for the town. You can access the document

Join us in the Play Café for an hour of fun activities, prizes and ice cream at the following sessions:

12:00pm Movie Commences at 1pm

through the Roxby Council website (www.roxbydowns.com) or by coming in to the Richardson Place Municipal Offices during business hours and viewing a hard copy. The voice of the community is always an important consideration of the ABP process. Written submissions can be made to Roxby Council (PO Box 124, Roxby Downs SA 5725) or by email roxby@roxbycouncil. com.au up to close of business at

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

5pm on Thursday, July 7. Council will also be holding a Public Meeting on Thursday, July 7, starting at 5.30pm and finishing no earlier than 6.30pm in the Community Youth Centre, where residents can present their submissions. In addition to the statutory Public Meeting, Council will be hosting an Information Session on Thursday, June 30, at 7pm in Dunes Cafe.

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Opal Road Landﬁll now CLOSED to the public.

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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he Roxby Downs Multicultural Forum is calling upon all individuals, cultural groups, families, community groups, commercial food businesses and home-based businesses to serve up worldwide cuisines at the up-and-coming World Food and Music Festival. Following the success of the 2014 and 2012 festivals the committee is planning another event – in Richardson Place on Saturday, September 24 – that is set to rock Roxby! The ways you can be involved are endless and include:

• Cook your country’s foods in the ‘community kitchen’ (all ingredients provided) • Exhibit your culture with a stall • Run a workshop or share a talent or skill • Sell your foods with a commercial stall • Dress in your traditional attire • Perform as a group or individually – singing, dancing, acting, anything! • Simply put your hand up to volunteer! The festival line-up is attracting wellknown performances from The Three Amigos plus one (Mariachi band), Allan Sumner (Aboriginal contemporary musician), Harmonny Band (Bangladeshi) and more.

There will be so much music, entertainment, food, fun and kids’ action on oﬀer, and you are welcome to join in and share your culture. The Roxby Downs community is so unique with some 44 nationalities. This cultural diversity makes our town so special, and the festival is a chance to celebrate the rich culture we are surrounded with every day together. For more information, contact Sasha Yantewo (on 0428 727 583 or email to sasha. yantewo@roxbycouncil.com.au).

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

BUSINESS FORUM

John Wilby 0428 815 436 Tuesday, July 12 @ 6pm Council Boardroom

COMMUNITY GARDEN

Vicki Mason 0418 526 608 Thursday, June 9 @ 6.30pm Council Boardroom

ENVIRONMENT FORUM Anni Giles 0448 168 167 Thursday, July 7 @ 7pm Council Boardroom

ROXBY ROADSAFE MEETING Michelle Hales 0418 833 818 Tuesday, August 9 @ 7pm Council Boardroom

MULTICULTURAL FORUM

Sasha Yantewo (08) 8671 0010

Wednesday, June 22 @ 6pm Community Youth Centre World Food and Music Festival Sub-Committee Wednesday, July 6 @ 6pm Community Youth Centre

FAMILY FORUM

Joel Hill 0433 792 450 Thursday, June 16 @ 5pm Community Youth Centre

Stalls at the 2014 World Food and Music Festival.

Roxby celebrates Reconciliation Week

ell done to the recent success of the Reconciliation Roxby Style event organised by the NAIDOC committee and Roxby Council Community Projects Officer Anni Walsh.

WOMEN’S NETWORK

Wednesday, July 20 @ 8am Council Boardroom

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

With more than 100 locals in attendance, it was great to embrace and support our culture.

Terry Boylan • Vicki Mason • Sandy Sumsion Brad Langshaw • Kaye Doyle • John Wilby Angela Thompson • Kaitlyn Frankish Theresa Bunyon • Chad Menzies Geoff Whitbread

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 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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Pursuant to Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1999, Council has prepared a Draft Annual Business Plan which, amongst other things, sets out those matters that Council has identified for action in 2016/17 consistent with Council’s long term strategic objectives. This Draft Annual Business Plan will form the basis of the 2016/17 Budget and is being placed on public exhibition so that interested persons have the opportunity to make submission prior to the Council finalising the plan and adopting the budget. Formal written submissions will be received at the Council Office PO Box 124, Roxby Downs SA 5725 or by email roxby@ roxbycouncil.com.au up to close of business at 5pm on Thursday 7 July 2016. Interested persons may also present their submission to a public meeting to be held at the Community Youth Centre commencing at 5.30pm on Thursday 7 July 2016 and concluding no earlier than 6.30pm. An additional community information session will also be held in the Dunes Café within Roxbylink, Richardson Place Roxby Downs, on Thursday 30 June 2016 commencing at 7.00pm, giving an overview of the plan. Copies of the Draft Annual Business Plan are available from the Council Office, 6 Richardson Place Roxby Downs during the public consultation period. Phone 08 8671 0010 or email roxby@ roxbycouncil.com.au for a copy. A copy will also be placed on Council’s website www.roxbydowns.com. Geoff Whitbread Acting Administrator 15 June 2016

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New round of darts comp

he Roxby Downs Darts League has started its second round of competition for the year with the first matches held on Wednesday, June 1, and Wednesday, June 8.

Dion Patterson scored his second 180 for the year, while Aaron Laister threw his first. As of last week, the highest male peg still belonged to Troy Giddens of Dead Eye Dicks with 134, and for the ladies it was still Maeve Kendrick with 106. ROUND TWO, WEEK ONE RESULTS: ISITIN? d Bull Shooters, 8-3; Dead Eye Dicks d Twisted Flights, 7-4; Four Play d FODFA, 6-5; GC12 d Smokin Darts, 9-2; Pink Fizz d Red Bullz N All, 8-3. Andamooka Opals had the bye. ROUND TWO, WEEK TWO RESULTS: ISITIN? d FODFA, 8-3; Red Bullz N All d GC12, 6–5; Bull Shooters d Andamooka Opals, 6-5; Four Play d Twisted Flights, 9-2; Dead Eye Dicks d Pink Fizz, 7-4. Smokin Darts had the bye. LEADERBOARD: 1. Dead Eye Dicks, 24pts. 2. Four Play, 20. 3. GC12, 20. 4. ISITIN?, 20. 5. FODFA, 18. 6. Smokin Darts, 16. 7. Red Bullz N All, 12. 8. Pink Fizz, 10. 9. Twisted Flights, 6. 10. Bull Shooters, 6. 11. Andamooka Opals, 4. TOP 5 MEN’S AGGREGATES: 1.Troy Giddens (Dead Eye Dicks), 10,292. 2. Riaan Grobler (ISITIN?), 8285. 3. Andrew Williamson (Smokin Darts), 7971. 4. Steve Warner (FODFA), 7819. 5. Steven Webber (Pink Fizz), 7593. TOP 5 LADIES’ AGGREGATES: 1. Zoe Leslie (Twisted Flights), 2633. 2. Maeve Kendrick (Pink Fizz), 2593. 3. Katie Meadow (Bull Shooters), 1896. 4. Trish Curnow (Andamooka Opals), 1139. 5. Nicole Grantham (Twisted Flights), 1131. MEN’S TOP 5 PEGS: 1. Andrew Williamson (Smokin Darts), 53. 2. Troy Giddens (Dead Eye Dicks), 51. 3. Steven Webber (Pink Fizz), 49. 4. Riaan Grobler (ISITIN?), 49. 5. Steve Warner (FODFA), 48. LADIES’ TOP PEGS: 1. Zoe Leslie (Twisted Flights), 26. 2. Katie Meadow (Bull Shooters), 24. 3. Maeve Kendrick (Pink Fizz), 22. 4. Trish Curnow (Andamooka Opals), 19. 5. Liza Telfer (Smokin Darts), 16. TOP 5 TEAM AGGREGATES: 1. Dead Eye Dicks, 26,209. 2. ISITIN?, 23,477. 3. FODFA, 21,434. 4. GC12, 20,723. 5. Four Play, 19,875. TOP 5 TEAM PEGS: 1. ISITIN?, 179. 2. Dead Eye Dicks, 177. 3. GC12, 175. 4. FODFA, 170. 5. Pink Fizz, 149.

Juniors picked for SA sides WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

hree local junior soccer players have been selected for state identification phase one sides despite experiencing a winless campaign at the South Australian Junior Soccer Association’s State Championships on the weekend.

The Roxby Downs Soccer Club (RDSC) entered an under 13 side into the championships, which were held in Adelaide on June 11-13. Coach and RDSC president Tony D’Arrigo said for three out of the 15 Roxby Downs players to be selected in state identification sides was a huge positive to come out of the weekend. D’Arrigo said the boys who were selected had thoroughly deserved it. Seth Parks made the under 12 side, Max Steer the under 13

and Diego Yupanqui the under 14 squad. “I am really proud,” D’Arrigo said. “There were some good performances from players throughout the tournament, and some kids really stepped up. “I know the players selected will step up again when they are surrounded by other great talent.” The RDSC under 13 side that took part in the state championships came away from the weekend with no wins, with D’Arrigo noting players had been “outsized and outclassed”. However, D’Arrigo said he was pleased with his side’s performance given that the club was only entering the competition for the second time. He said players came up against teams that had been together for a number of years and were generally older and taller than the local side. “Most of their players were 12 going on 13, but we had a lot of players as young as nine

The Roxby Downs under 13 side at last weekend’s State Championships in Adelaide. PHOTO: Supplied

years old,” he said. “But it was a good long weekend, we learned a lot and picked up heaps from it. From here we can only get better.” The team played against Port Pirie, Riverland, Adelaide Hills, North West, Noarlunga and Limestone Coast. It will be business as usual now for the players, with D’Ar-

rigo encouraging all players to get out to training and continue to improve. “We will beat them all eventually,” he said. “These championships were a massive learning curve for us, so we’ve just got to keep getting out there. “In three years’ time it will be different.”

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ABOVE FROM LEFT: 1. Olympic Dam Green wing attack Kate Hodder leads out for a pass from teammate Melissa Ferry. 2. OD Yellow wing attack Krystelle Berry takes possession. 3. OD Green goal defence Sienna Brougham gets the ball past OD Yellow goal attack Shayarna Millar. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

C graders play Thursday night matches L

ast week saw the Roxby Downs Netball Association A and B grade players, along with the juniors, have byes in light of the long weekend and Country Championships.

However, the C graders needed to play matches on the Thursday night because they have two more teams than the other competitions. Some sides required fill-ins as their usual players were already away, with Hornridge Pink having only five of its regulars available. This was evident in the team’s performance against Hornridge Black in one of the first games of the night. Hornridge Pink lost by 17 points, whereas the side had only lost by four points in the previous interclub clash.

Hornridge Black d Hornridge Pink

trong performances from Pink attackers including Regina Qualmann (centre) and Katie Carstairs (goal attack) saw their side only down by four in the first quarter, 10-14. However, Hornridge Black upped its defence and was backed up well by accurate shooting from goalies

Renee Anderson and Mel Rigden to boost its lead to eight points at half time, 28-20. Junior player Hayley Lamb (Hornridge Black) went from wing attack to centre for the third quarter to give teammate Brooke Essex a rare break from the position. Hornridge Pink also made changes, with Qualmann replacing fill-in Kendall Pfeiffer in wing attack and Kristelle Cockshell swapping from goal defence to centre. Pink’s strategy failed to pay dividends as Hornridge Black tacked on another 14 goals to bring its lead to 12 points by the final break, 42-30. Emma Baker (Hornridge Black) took on her third position change for the night when she moved into goal attack for the fourth quarter after already playing as wing defence and wing attack. Hornridge Black held the centre court well with help from Baker, wing attack Kar Orikena and goal defence Kristie Reschke to bring the lead up to 17 points by the final whistle, 56-39.

Miners d East Roxby

he other 6.30pm game saw the Miners defeat East Roxby, 34-21.

With the Roos having a number of new players in their side, they appear to be learning quickly and

helping their team improve on its performance so far. This was evident in the first quarter when East Roxby was able to tie with Miners, with both teams scoring four goals. Jenna Daddow stepped into centre while Casey Frew took a break and the Roos continued their strong defence in the second quarter. The Miners also switched centres with Amanda Bremner coming off and Megan Herring taking up the position. East Roxby continued to apply plenty of pressure with help from Sharee Kelly (wing defence) and Sharna (goal keeper) and Asha Pedler (goal defence). However, the Miners dominated the centre court thanks to Kelly Thomson (wing attack), Jackie Pocock (goal attack), Demi-Jo Roads (wing defence) and Jessica Hamilton (goal defence). Also goal shooter Miranda Syvertsen was hardly missing and helped her side add 11 goals to their score and be ahead at half time, 15-10. Kelly Chapple put in a strong performance for East Roxby as goal attack in the first half and goal shooter in the second. She moved well around the goal circle and was accurate with most of her shots. However, the Miners managed to get most of the ball in the third

quarter to bring their lead up to eight points at the final break, 23-15. East Roxby appears to have improved on its passing but needed to make space and lead out more. The Miners took full advantage of this by snatching up conversions and taking the game by 13 goals.

Olympic Dam Green d Olympic Dam Yellow

n the only 8pm game, Olympic Dam Green had a convincing win over Olympic Dam Yellow, 55-21.

OD Yellow’s Rhiannon Davis (wing defence) and Shayarna Millar (centre) put in strong defensive efforts around the goal circle. They clearly rattled OD Green goalies Marie Gubbin and Jeanette Taylor in the first quarter as both were unable to demonstrate their usual sharp shooting. Krystal Wilmshurst (wing defence) helped move the ball down the court for OD Green with fast and accurate passes. She was to continue her strong performance as wing attack in the third quarter and centre in the fourth. OD Yellow goal shooter Claire Turner moved well around the goal circle and was accurate enough to help her side keep OD Green to a minimal lead at the first break, 8-6.

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Taylor and Demi-Gow Smith combined as goalies for OD Green in the second quarter and managed a much more accurate performance than the first. Faster passing around the goal circle helped OD Green overcome pressure from OD Yellow’s Ky-Ann Worthington (goal defence) and Lisa Johnson (goal keeper). OD Green powered ahead to gain an 11-point lead at half time, 21-10. After taking the second quarter off, Turner was back as goal shooter for OD Yellow in the third. She stepped up her game to manage difficult shots and maintain accuracy. However, OD Green defenders kept up their conversions and the attackers had the agility required to help see their side ahead by 20 points at the final break, 39-19. At this point OD Yellow’s chances of winning were slim and this was evident in the final quarter when the side appeared to give way to OD Green’s strong defence. Also passing too long seemed to be OD Yellow’s downfall as OD Green was always ready to intercept if the ball failed to reach its target. OD Green has again proved that it is a force to be reckoned with this season by securing this 34-point win over one of the stronger teams in the competition.

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Rugby players represent state WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

lympic Dam Barbarians (ODB) players Francis Falemaka and Duane Parker represented South Australia at the NRL Affiliated States Championships in Adelaide on the weekend.

Falemaka said the pair appreciated the opportunity, and the pace of the game was different to what they were used to.

“It was a good experience,” he said. “Everyone was so much more professional about things going into the game. “The first game I wasn’t all there… (but by) the second game I got used to it and I played pretty well, then by the third game I was pretty tired and sore.” The South Australian side played three games – against Western Australia, Northern Territory and Victoria – across last Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The side lost 62-0 to WA, 30-10 to NT and 70-10 to Victoria in what proved to

be a long weekend for the SA players. Although the side was unable to register a win, Falemaka said it was still a good hit out at such a professional level. Fellow ODB player Tamati Thompson was originally selected in the final side as a starting centre, but was forced to pull out because of work commitments. Meanwhile Roxby Downs will host its first rugby double header this Saturday. Olympic Dam will take on Port Pirie in a top-of-the-table clash at 2pm, before Port Augusta plays Whyalla at 3.30pm.

See the Barbarians play at home THIS SATURDAY at 2pm. LEFT: Duane Parker and Francis Falemaka from the Olympic Dam Barbarians played for South Australia (pictured below) at last weekend’s NRL State Afﬁliated Championships in Adelaide. PHOTOS: Supplied

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Roxby enters three netball teams into country champs WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

he Roxby Downs Netball Association (RDNA) B grade side came within one goal of a place in the Country Championships final in Adelaide on the weekend.

ABOVE: The Roxby Downs B grade and 15 and under teams at the Country Championships in Adelaide on the weekend. BELOW: The 13 and under side put in a strong effort over the two days of the competition. PHOTOS: Supplied

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This achievement was in addition to the fact that the RDNA was entering a senior team into the championships for the first time in more than 10 years. Coach Tony Weir said players had been unsure of what to expect but were now looking forward to going a step further next year. RDNA president Theresa Wurfel said the side’s performance has already put others on watch for next year’s event. “If they didn’t know who Roxby Downs were, they certainly do now,” Wurfel said. The side made it to the minor round stages with only one loss before their narrow semifinal defeat at Priceline Stadium on Monday. As she has done on so many occasions in the local competition, goal shooter Joice Takaidza proved the standout for Roxby. “Other teams were quite shocked at her performance,” Wurfel said. “The coach from the River Murray team asked if he could buy Joice, and Thunderbirds (netballer) Carla Borrego came over to watch Joice on court.” Weir said the mid-courters had also performed well, with some of the younger girls playing important roles throughout the carnival. An achilles injury to Kelsey Hampel during the semi-final loss was the only dampener on the senior side’s achievements. Hampel was taken to hospital in an ambulance before having surgery on Monday. She was due to be released yesterday. Meanwhile the 15 and under side also made it through to the semi-finals of the

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Country Championships on the weekend. Wurfel, who was also the 15 and under coach, said she was proud of her girls’ efforts, with some outstanding performances from both the team and individuals. “They gave it a crack and I am really happy with their efforts,” she said. “I was also really happy with the sportsmanship they showed on and off the court all throughout the carnival.” The 13 and under side was unable to register a win over the weekend, but coach Regina Qualmann said the netballers had all improved with each game they played. A large local contingent made the trip to Adelaide for the weekend to cheer the teams on. “It was really good, there was plenty of support,” Wurfel said. “It was a really good weekend. Everyone enjoyed it. “I would like to thank all the coaches, umpires and team managers.” SA COUNTRY CHAMPS RESULTS B GRADE: Roxby Downs d North Eastern, 26-20; lost to Kowree Naracoorte Tatiara (KNT), 26-28; d Kangaroo Island, 31-19; d Barossa, Light and Gawler, 27-20; d Whyalla, 37-22; d Western Border, 34-29; d Yorke Peninsula, 32-26; d Port Lincoln, 22-19. Semi-final: KNT d Roxby Downs, 34-33. 15 AND UNDER: Day one: lost to Northern Areas, 16-30; lost to Mid Hills (1), 16-46; lost to Mid West, 29-31; lost to Barossa, Light and Gawler, 12-37; lost to River Murray, 19-24. Day two: Lost to Far West, 33-12; lost to Yorke Peninsula, 27-38; d Kadina and District, 30-2; d Southern Hills, 32-27; lost to Great Flinders, 23-25. Semi-final: Great Flinders d Roxby Downs, 26-9. 13 AND UNDER: Day one: Roxby Downs lost to Great Southern, 9-26; lost to Adelaide Plains, 5-14; lost to Riverland, 6-31; lost to Barossa, Light and Gawler, 7-34. Day two: Lost to Mallee, 9-20; lost to Yorke Peninsula, 13-22; lost to Kangaroo Island, 16-22; lost to Mid Hills (2), 13-22.

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