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o c al bu sine ss e s are concerned about the rate of theft in the area, with one Tutop Street premises claiming it has lost $3000 in stock over the past six months. AutoPro Roxby Downs manager Kat McKinnon said the recent thefts were “really disappointing” and something needed to be done to prevent them
from continuing to happen. “I believe we provide a quality service to the town with competitive prices, are always willing to pass on our knowledge and we work hard seven days a week,” she said. “We are a locally owned family business, we pay rent, bills, work cover and superannuation – it costs us to be here every day. “So it is really disappointing people are coming into the shop and stealing.” CONTINUED PAGE 2
LEFT: AutoPro manager Kat McKinnon in her store last week. The Tutop Street premises has been the target of a number of thefts over the past six months. PHOTO: Patrick Glover
Ramsey edges closer to victory Two-car crash R at OD mine site owan Ramsey said he would look to add stability and certainty to Roxby Downs as he edged closer to retaining his seat as Member for Grey last week.
Mr Ramsey said he was once again looking forward to working within the electorate and seeing places like Roxby Downs continue to grow. “Like other mining communities, Roxby Downs needs stability and certainty and a government that works for its prosperity,” he said. “The world is heading for a shortage in copper supply, and I look forward to how Roxby will benefit from this with increased demand and prices.” Mr Ramsey said the introduction of
the National Broadband Network (NBN) in Roxby Downs would be an issue addressed in the near future. “Roxby Downs, like most remote communities, will receive its NBN through the Sky Muster satellite service,” he said. “This is a totally new and superior service, and prospective consumers should not be influenced by previous or anecdotal evidence of the very poor service that the interim satellite services eventually degenerated into. “The new service is available now.” Mr Ramsey said this was one of his closest elections he had been involved in, with the Liberal candidate only narrowly holding the seat from Nick Xenophon Team’s Andrea Broadfoot in the preference count.
By the time The Monitor went to print on Monday, Mr Ramsey held 51.86 per cent of the vote from nearly 90 per cent counted. “I am very pleased the electors of Grey have again put their trust in me to represent them in Canberra,” Mr Ramsey said. “It was the closest result I have had, even though my first election in 2007 was also by a narrow margin. “I was not surprised that the main challenge came from the Xenophon party or that the result was close.” Mr Ramsey will return to Roxby Downs for the first time since the Federal Election for the Roxby Downs Races on Saturday, August 6. BY PATRICK GLOVER
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wo cars collided head on while travelling along Eagle Way Road at the Olympic Dam mine site at 7am last Wednesday.
While no one was seriously injured in the accident, the two vehicles received extensive front-end damage. Roxby Downs Police
and BHP Billiton’s emergency services team attended the crash, with the two drivers taken to the Roxby Downs Hospital before being later released. Police were last week investigating the collision to determine its cause. BY PATRICK GLOVER
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welve Far North nominees have already been recognised through a new-look South Australian Regional Awards system in 2016.
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Roxby businesses targeted by thieves CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Ms McKinnon said the stolen stock had ranged from small items to large LED lighting bars and everything in between. “It used to be just little items – people think it’s just $5 it won’t matter but it all adds up,” she said. Ms McKinnon said she had made no official police report but had mentioned the issue in passing to Senior Sergeant Terry Boylan. Smokemart Gifts manager Deb Price said her store had been hit by thieves as well, with her staff noticing missing items when doing stocktakes. Mrs Price said cameras have been installed but were failing to deter customers from stealing. “Businesses are struggling as it is, so what they are taking away is just making it worse,” she told The Monitor. Ms Price said with her generous nature, if there was anything anyone needed she was always willing to help rather than have someone resort to stealing. Snr Sgt Boylan said small amounts of shoplifting were reported from time to time, but during stocktakes at the end of the financial year were when a lot of businesses reported thefts. “It is sad that in a small community and in trying times like these that this occurs,” he said. “But this happens in every community, so if businesses feel like they have an issue we are always happy to be contacted and talk to them about business security.” Any business in town worried about shoplifting, or anyone who has information about the incidents, is asked to contact the Roxby Downs Police Station on 8671 4200.
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Outback HotShots Photography Group member Anna Gubbin took this photograph of the road from Andamooka to Roxby Downs earlier this year.
The Roxby Rockets, Deb Price, Pie R Squared Pizza, Roxby Downs Soccer Club and the Andamooka Yacht Club are among those being highlighted through the new format. Instead of awards being handed out in categories this year, news articles are being written about outstanding local businesses, community groups and individuals, with winners selected from the most popular stories. A people’s, sponsor’s and mayor’s choice award will be presented at the Far North’s SA Regional Awards night in Port Augusta on Friday, October 7. Brand SA marketing co-ordinator Emma Hocking said the change in structure allowed more businesses and individuals to share their great work with others.
“Every day regional South Australians are doing incredible things in their personal lives, business and community groups, and too often those achievements go unrecognised,” she said. “The Regional Awards program shines a spotlight on these successes and celebrates the amazing people behind them. “With the addition of Inside South Australia and a strong digital strategy, Brand South Australia is committed to making sure that these stories receive the recognition they deserve.” Stories about nominees but must be published by Thursday, July 28, to be considered for one of this year’s awards. Any stories published after that date will go in the running for the 2017 honours. In August the stories from each region will be open for voting online, with the top 10 then showcased at award ceremonies later this year. Nominations can be made online (http://insidesouthaustralia.com.au/ regional-awards-2016).
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An 18-year-old man was stopped on Olympic Way, where he allegedly returned a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.122 per cent. Also a 41-year-old man was reported after allegedly recording a BAC of 0.154 per cent when he was pulled over on Hermit Street. The teenager had his provisional licence disqualified, while the older man lost his driver’s licence for 12 months. Both will have to appear in court at a later date.
Hayley Scrivens with daughter Bowie, 2, on Richardson Place, Roxby Downs. Ms Scrivens is planning a local Walk For Freedom to raise awareness of human trafficking. PHOTO: Ryneisha Bollard
Silent walk to oppose ‘modern-day slavery’ WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD
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oxby Downs woman Hayley Scrivens is hoping to raise more awareness about human trafficking – a form of modern-day slavery – by organising a silent protest to be held later this year.
Ms Scrivens recently became the new Community Board representative for the Women’s Network after Kaye Doyle stepped down from the role. With help from the network and New Life Church Roxby Downs, she hopes to stage a Walk For Freedom down Richardson Place on Saturday, October 15. “I knew as soon as I told them about the state of slavery in the world today they’d want
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to do something about it,” she said. The Walk for Freedom is an initiative of A21, a non-profit organisation seeking to abolish the injustice of human trafficking in the 21st century. A 2 1 re fe r s to hu m a n trafficking – the illegal trade of human beings, mainly for the purposes of forced labour and sex work – as a form of modern-day slavery that fuels the growth of organised crime while undermining the basic needs of humanity. Ms Scrivens said trafficking victims were often women and children. “To see vulnerability exploited for nothing other than profit is just so inhumane,” she said. “The reality is the supply wouldn’t exist if there wasn’t a demand. “If people were aware of how they contributed to the de-
mand, they could make better choices.” The Walk for Freedom sees participants raise awareness of the issue by marching in silence at a public venue. In Roxby Downs, the plan is to leave the Roxby Downs Police Station car park at 10am and walk to nearby scrubland to take photographs. Police will help escort the group to the photoshoot and down Burgoyne Street and Richardson Place before participants disperse at about 10.30am to attend the Roxby Market Day. Walkers will be encouraged to wear black A21 T-shirts as a way of contributing to the organisation’s efforts. Ms Scrivens said the Women’s Network and New Life Church were working on fundraiser ideas to try and either reduce the cost per person for the
T-shirts or to be able to offer them free of charge. She said hosting an event in remote South Australia was about demonstrating w ide spre ad supp or t for addressing global slavery. “We need to normalise the conversation without normalising the problem,” she said. While she was unsure whether slavery could be abolished in her lifetime, Ms Scrivens said she hoped that her two-year-old daughter Bowie would live to see it happen. “It’s going to take so many creative strategies to end this,” she said. “It’s going to take so many industries working together.” For more information, join the ‘Abolitionists of ROXBY DOWNS’ Facebook group and RSVP to the Walk For Freedom event.
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Change at the top for the Community Board
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he Roxby Downs Community Board is set to enter exciting times with new leadership after Terry Boylan and Sandy Sumsion were elected as chairperson and deputy chair recently.
Both have a been on various community-related forums, with Mrs Sumsion also offering her insight as a business owner and Mr Boylan his experience as a police sergeant. Mr Boylan said he was perfectly placed to take on his role as chairperson given his independence within the town. He said the change had come at an important time and he was looking forward to the challenges ahead. “There are some exciting times to be had with the Roxby Downs Community Board – exciting for varying reasons,” he said. “One of which is we’ve recently had a change with the Roxby Council administrator Bill Boehm resigning after a long period of servicing the town. “A process is now under way to put some new life and energy back at the top.” Mr Boylan said the Roxby Council Audit Committee, via its governance review project, had almost completed a draft report on its findings. Mrs Sumsion, who has been on
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the Community Board for two and a half years, said she was excited about working alongside a competent group under a new structure. She said if the new structure was embraced and run properly it would have a number of positive outcomes. “We are looking at things that are affecting the welfare of everyone in town, so if we do it right it can be really effective,” she said. “ We a r e a p o w e r f u l organisational group, and if we do it right the people on it can feel like they are doing more than just sitting around a table talking.” Mrs Sumsion and Mr Boylan
agreed that they were working with a highly capable and diverse team of community representatives. Apart from the Community Board, Mr Boylan also chairs the Sport and Recreation Forum and RoxFM’s board of management. He also held various other volunteer positions at other postings before moving to Roxby Downs a few years ago. Mrs Sumsion has been involved with community groups including the Business Forum, Rotary Club of Roxby Districts, Royal Flying Doctor Service auxiliary and the Arts and Culture Forum.
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CFS PRESENTATIONS: Roxby Downs Country Fire Service (CFS) volunteer Mick Wilkinson received a National Service Medal for his 15 years with the CFS during a special gathering at the emergency services shed last Thursday.
Roxby Downs CFS captain Brett Atkins (right) presents a certificate to Broadspectrum area manager James Prenzel in recognition of the company allowing an employee time off work to attend bushfires in other regions. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard The Monitor managing editor Ryneisha Bollard accepts a certificate of appreciation for the newspaper’s support of the recent CFS Open Day from volunteer Sian Daniel. The Roxby Downs CFS also thanked RoxFM for helping to publicise the Open Day, Woolworths for donating sausages and Cowell Electric for fixing the sprinkler system. PHOTO: Supplied
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Anne-Marie Arthur and Roslyn Gough at last year’s NAIDOC Week main street festival. This year’s event had to be cancelled in light of scheduling issues. PHOTO: Kristen Dwyer
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he message of NAIDOC Week was still heard around the Roxby Downs area last week despite the cancelation of the main street festival for the first time in six years.
Students in Roxby Downs, Andamooka and Woomera all participated in activities and a NAIDOC Week-themed Toddler Story Time visited the three towns. A variety of community members then shared personal stories during a group session at the Roxby Downs Hospital last Wednesday. One group member talked about her indigenous background and how her parents refused to tell her about her heritage when she was growing up. “This highlights the importance of NAIDOC Week – trying to reconnect some of the generations who have lost the information along the way,” said NAIDOC planning committee member Anni Giles. “Although our original plans fell through it was still good to get together and talk about others during NAIDOC Week. “It is important to have a conversation about cultural respect and bridging the gap between Aboriginal people and everyone else.” Ms Giles said NAIDOC Week and the message of cultural respect was particular important for Roxby Downs given the diverse range of nationalities represented in the town. Peter Burgoyne was supposed to be a guest speaker at the hospital gathering last Wednesday but was unable to attend. Ms Giles said Mr Burgoyne had a vast knowledge of different cultures. A Traditional Indigenous Games event is set to be held on Sunday, July 31, as part of NAIDOC Week celebrations. While the street festival has been held to celebrate NAIDOC Week since 2011, Ms Giles said this year had proven too busy because of the Lizard Bites Back protestors’ visit and the school holidays falling around the time it would have been held.
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Having worked in child care for over fifteen years, I have had the privilege of caring for children through the critical early years and observing the incredible learning and growth that happens during this time. Over the years, parents have often asked me what learning looks like in a childcare setting and how their child will be supported to learn while at child care so they are ready for kindergarten and school. At Roxby Early Learning Community Group (RELCG), we believe child care is the first step in a journey of life-long learning and that every child is unique and develops in their own special way. We’re guided by research, which shows that play should be the centre of learning in the early years because it offers children
We also enjoy ‘nature play’ in our large outdoor areas, where children can learn more about the environment and develop their physical skills. RELCG is split into three rooms designed for different age groups so children can engage in activities that fit their needs, interests, abilities and strengths. There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to learning, so our curriculum seeks to reflect diversity and spark creativity. In the early years, learning is inextricably linked with play, social interactions and new experiences. Children at RELCG are learning when they’re planting and caring for vegetables in our outdoor veggie patch or designing and inventing with recyclable materials. We know that high-quality child care can make a huge difference in a child’s life. Research suggests that the benefits gained from 18 months in quality child care can be compared to six years of primary school.
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the opportunities they need to discover, imagine, create and interact with others. Play allows children to develop creativity and curiosity; learn about themselves and others; explore the world around them; refine their problem solving skills; ask questions and develop independence. Our curriculum at RELCG is flexible and child-centred, so children have the space to pursue their own interests and find out what they enjoy doing in a safe and fun environment. In observing and engaging in play with children, we’re mindful of opportunities for intentional teaching, where we can ask questions to extend a child’s thinking or prompt further exploration of the materials and objects with which we’re playing. Each day we have a range of learning opportunities for children to choose from: drawing, painting, colouring, constructing, writing, singing, solving puzzles, reading stories and imaginative play.
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Roxby Early Learning Community Group team member Krystal Wildman with Lucas, Evie and Hugo. PHOTO: Patrick Glover
A love of learning is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children. You are always welcome to come and see how we learn through play every day at RELCG. Gail Reid Director of the Roxby Early Learning Community Group
Community Calendar JULY 11th-22nd - School holiday activities at roxbylink. Community Youth Centre open 10am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, for ages 10 years and older. Ph: 8671 0500. 21st - Roxby Downs Arts and Culture Forum exhibition, From Our Private Collections, roxbylink art gallery, from July 21 to August 26. Launch event in the gallery on Thursday, July 21, from 6pm. Ph: 8671 5941. 23rd - FNFL Round 12 at the town oval: Hornridge vs Roxby Districts, 12.30pm, East Roxby vs Coober Pedy, 2.30pm. 24th - Buffel Busters working bee meeting near BP service
station, 10.30am to 1pm. Ph: 8671 2402. 27th - Roxby Downs Area School Parents and Friends Morning Tea. Ph: 8671 0011. 28th - Kids’ Clothing & Toy Swap Event at the Roxby Early Learning Community Group, Burgoyne St, 6.30pm to 8pm. Ph: 8671 0054. 29th - RDNA A grade matches on Court 2: East Roxby vs Hornridge, 6.30pm, Miners vs OD, 8pm. 29th - Photography class with Travis Hague, Arid Recovery Reserve, 4pm. $30pp. Proceeds to Arid Recovery. Ph: 0427 280 291. 30th - FNFL Round 13: Coober Pedy vs Hornridge at Coober Pedy, 1pm, OD vs East Roxby at Roxby Downs, 2pm.
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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n extra lane is now in service at the Woomera Bowling Alley after parts required to fix the issue arrived recently.
The opening of an extra lane means four are now available to the public. A fifth can be used if required despite still running with a small glitch. A technician visited Woomera to install the parts and now all but one lane are operational.
“One lane is not usable as we await additional parts,” a Broadspectrum spokesperson told The Monitor. ”We anticipate it will be fixed in approximately two weeks when the repair technicians visit. “ The current available
lanes have been servicing the community and visitors well but there hasn’t been a high demand.” The spokesperson said the running of the alley moving forward was still up in the air as the relevant parties were still yet to decide on a solution.
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ar North communities are set to benefit from upgrades to facilities and communications access as part of a State Government grant to the Outback Communities Authority.
A $199,075 Upper Spencer Gulf and Outback Futures Program grant will support upgrades to community park equipment, along with the installation of two UHF radio repeaters and two water filtration systems. Community parks will be upgraded in the outback communities of Parachilna, Yunta, Marree, Oodnadatta, Andamooka, Pimba, Blinman, Beltana, Marla and Penong. These upgrades will improve functionality
and aesthetics for both residents and visitors to the region. Two new UHF radio repeaters will provide essential communication coverage, including during emergencies, for both residents and travellers. Two water filtration systems will improve access for residents and visitors to high-quality, potable water in Oodnadatta and Marla – towns that have low and unreliable rainfall. The project, with a total capital expenditure of $425,550, will create 51 jobs during construction plus five new ongoing positions. “Projects awarded funding through the
Upper Spencer Gulf and Outback Futures Program will stimulate new business activity, support stronger communities, and create job opportunities in the region,” said Minister for Regional Development Geoff Brock. “The community parks and infrastructure will be used by thousands of tourists who visit the region each year. “The enhanced visitor experience will lead to increased visitor time and spend in the region. “Community members and visitors alike will benefit from improved amenities and recreational open spaces.”
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21st & 24th - Pichi Richi Explorer return train service from Quorn to Woolshed Flat, departs 10.30am. Ph: 1800 777 245. 22nd-23rd - Port Augusta Orchid Club Winter Show in the Civic Centre foyer. 23rd - Afghan Express return train service from Port Augusta to Quorn and return, departs 10.30am. Ph: 1800 777 245. 23rd - Port Augusta Greyhound Club Rex Parker Memorial Event at Chinnery Park. First race at 1pm. Ph: 8642 4805. 23rd-24th - SA Motocross Championship Rd 3, Yorkey’s Crossing, Port Augusta. Ph: 8332 9000. 24th - Sunday Races, Port Augusta Racecourse, gates open 11am. Ph: 0447 105 545. 31st - Billy Cart Derby hosted by the Northern Drag & Motorsport Association at Donaldson Terrace, Port Augusta. Visit: www.ndmabillycarts.info 31st - Barwell Bull return train service from Quorn to Woolshed Flat, departs 10.30am. Ph: 1800 777 245.
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7th & 21st - Pichi Richi Explorer return train service from Quorn to Woolshed Flat, departs 10.30am. Ph: 1800 777 245. 13th & 27th - Afghan Express return train service from Port Augusta to Quorn and return, departs 10.30am. Ph: 1800 777 245. 20th - William Creek Campdraft and Bronco Branding. THE MONITOR - Your Community Newspaper
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John Marshall, Roxby Downs Area School vice captain Kiaran Dadleh, John Letts and Andrew Lemon at the recent Emirates Melbourne Cup Tour visit.
Roxby Downs and District Racing Club members at the local racecourse with the Emirates Melbourne Cup earlier this month.
Maddison and Wade Hooper with Loren and Rene Ayala.
Jane Rogers, Lana Chamberlain and Hayley Thompson.
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Bella, Tony, Noah and Thomas enjoyed their time at the Community Youth Centre.
Advaitaa and Latika hard at work at the roxbylink library’s craft workshop last Thursday.
Chloe, Claudia and Madison took part in activities at the Community Youth Centre last Wednesday.
Hailey, Alysia, Matilda and Chelsea at one of the Roxby Downs Area School Out of School Hours Care activities.
Kenny and Brooklyn with their paper snails.
Rupert, Noah and Joshua at Curdimurka Playground last week.
Seth, Robert and Nevaeh played a Wii game at the youth centre during the holidays.
Brodie and Brock showed off their craft skills at the library last week.
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The RDAS OSHC group visited Curdimurka Playground last Wednesday.
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Will be taking place between Monday, July 18, and Friday, July 22. If possible, please park your car off the street during this period.
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t has been a hive of activity at roxbylink these school holidays!
The school holidays kicked off with the Finding Dory-themed event. Mums, Dads and lots of excited children flooded the roxbylink auditorium for activities and treats before watching the new Pixar animated film Finding Dory. The roxbylink Community Library has had a full school holiday program with
lots of fun activities including craft, board games and Lego building. The Community Youth Centre has also been open every day during the week for drop-in between 10am and 5pm. There’s still time to be a part of the school holiday fun at roxbylink. For more information please contact 8671 0500 or visit www. roxbydowns.com to access the timetable of activities.
Have your say on Roxby Council’s proposed by-laws
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hen creating or updating local by-laws, councils must ask the community for its feedback.
By-laws are legally enforceable and may have an impact on residents and visitors in the Council area. Roxby Council has opened community consultation on the following by-laws: • By-law No. 1 – Permits and Penalties • By-law No. 2 – Dogs • By-law No. 3 – Cats • By-law No. 4 – Local Government Land • By-law No. 5 – Moveable Signs
• By-law No. 6 – Roads • By-law No. 7 – Waste Management The proposed by-laws are available for viewing on Roxby Council’s website, at the Council Office and in the roxbylink Community Library. To have your say you can email (roxby@ roxbycouncil.com.au), post (the Acting Administrator, PO Box 124, Roxby Downs SA 5725), hand deliver to the Council Office or fill out the feedback form on the website. All submissions will be carefully considered. Consultation closes at 5pm on Thursday, August 11.
Kenny and Brooklyn having lots of fun during one of the many craft sessions held at the roxbylink Community Library.
Matthew Kinnaird setting up the themed treats for the Finding Dory event in the roxbylink auditorium.
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here’s always something happening in Roxby Downs. Whether you’re planning an event or planning what to do on the weekend, the Community Events Calendar is a great place to start.
To access the Community Events Calendar visit www.roxbydowns.com, click ‘Community’ then ‘Upcoming Community Events’. It’s a great resource to use if you’re planning an event to ensure there are no clashes with other community events running at the same time. Roxby Council can also promote your event on The Vibe on RoxFM, post up fly-
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ers in the shopping centre and post on the Roxby Downs Community page. We’d love to help raise awareness of your event, so please contact us via email at roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au or call 8671 0010 to publish your event on the Community Events Calendar. Upcoming Events (published on www. roxbydowns.com): • Wednesday, July 27: Roxby Downs Area School Morning Tea • Thursday, July 28: Roxby Early Learning Clothing and Toy Swap • Sunday, July 31: SixtyRide • Sunday, August 14: Neighbourhood Day
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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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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Going dry to support family WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER
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he Dry July cause is something Rox by Council’s Kirsten Falt feels strongly about because of a recent history of cancer within her family.
With her mother recently diagnosed with bowel cancer, taking part in Dry July was a ‘no brainer’ for Ms Falt. “It struck a chord with me because I saw my mother’s battle with cancer and I saw first-hand the effect it had on a family,” she said. “The other reason I took part in Dry July is because it gave me a chance to support the charity I have chosen (Look Good Feel Better SA) and support post-cancer treatment.” While it was for personal reasons that she took up the Dry July challenge, Ms Falt said the fundraiser also had wider benefits. “It is also about showing you don’t have to have a drink to deal with life or have fun or be a part of things,” she said.
Ms Falt said Dry July was about making people aware of the drinking culture issue, and she congratulated East Roxby in particular for coming on board during the football season. Ms Falt and players from the East Roxby Football Club, including player/coach Cam Faulkner, help make up a team of 18 participants called the Roxby H2O Heroes. To date the team has raised more than $2400. “Having a bigger group of 18 people shows that the community is making a decision to change the perception in Roxby that you don’t have to go to the pub on a Friday and Saturday night or celebrate something with a drink,” she said. “It is nice to see a heap of people participate following on from the four that did it last year who did a really good job fundraising and raising the talk about it around town.” If you want to donate to the group, visit: www.dryjuly. com/teams/roxby-s-h2oheroes
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oxby Downs has been fortunate enough to have a dedicated group of locals to ensure we get our fix of arts and culture for the past 10 years.
The Roxby Downs Arts and Culture Forum is part of the Community Board, and the Forum is a hub for arts and culture in town with innovation and creativity being encouraged and supported.
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 Rachel Young 0428 671 000 Thursday, August 25 @ 7pm 34 Wattle Drive
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John Wilby 0428 815 436 Tuesday, August 9 @ 6pm Library Meeting Space
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Vicki Mason 0418 526 608 TBC Council Boardroom
ENVIRONMENT FORUM Anni Giles 0448 168 167
Thursday, August 4 @ 5.30pm Council Boardroom
ROXBY ROADSAFE MEETING Michelle Hales 0418 833 818
Roxby Council’s Kirsten Falt is taking part in Dry July after her mother was diagnosed with cancer recently.
Tuesday, August 9 @ 7pm Council Boardroom
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Theresa Bunyon 0413 609 102
Wednesday, July 20 @ 6pm Community Youth Centre World Food and Music Festival Sub-Committee Wednesday, August 3 @ 6pm Community Youth Centre
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Happy 10th birthday, Arts and Culture Forum! The Arts and Culture Forum grew out of a group of individuals that organised the 2005 Outback Fringe Festival. After this event a group of like-minded art and culture enthusiasts banded together to continue bringing arts and culture to the Roxby community. In September 2006 the group officially formed as a forum under the Community Board and helped organise the 2006 Outback Fringe Festival. The founding members of the Forum were Rachel Young, John and Tracey Warneke, Sheila Culf, Yvette Mooney, Karen Briggs, Marie Trezise and Dave Kovac. The first Red eARTh Festival began in 2007 and has happened every second year since, with festivals in 2009, 2011, 2013 and 2015. On the off years the Forum has organised workshops with local and interstate artists. The community has had the
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pleasure of learning from some great artists such as Sally Darlison (textiles and printmaking artist), Cindy Durant (enamel and glass artist), Gus Clutterbuck (ceramicist) and many more. There have been exhibitions in various spaces over the years organised by the Forum as well as the Forum acting as the Country Arts Shows on the Road presenter’s group. The group, through Country Arts SA, has been able to host many wonderful performances in Roxby from all genres and the Forum continues to work closely with Country Arts SA. To celebrate its 10th birthday in 2016, the Arts and Culture Forum is holding an exhibition reflecting its own personal touch and flair, with each piece in the exhibition being owned by a past or present Forum member. The exhibition is titled From our private collections.
Forum member Jane Gloster said: “It’s art pieces that we like and love, and mean something to us in a particular way, that we want to share with our community.” The launch of the exhibition and 10th birthday celebrations will be on Thursday, July 21, at 6pm in the roxbylink gallery, with nibbles and drink s provided. Everyone is welcome to join the Arts and Culture Forum in celebrating 10 years. The Forum is looking for new members and if you would like to join or be a guest at a monthly meeting, which is held rotated in members’ homes, contact Rachel Young on 0428 671 000. Congratulations to the Arts and Culture Forum, and thank you for your contributions to the local community and Far North region over the past 10 years. We look forward to the next 10 years with anticipation!
Joel Hill 0433 792 450 Thursday, July 21 @ 5pm Community Youth Centre
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CONTACTING THE BOARD For further information, advice or general questions please contact: Michelle Hales, Executive Officer Roxby Downs Community Board Inc. PO Box 85 Roxby Downs SA 5725 Mobile: 0418 833 818 Email: communityboard@roxbydowns.com
WHO’S ON THE BOARD Terry Boylan • Vicki Mason • Sandy Sumsion Brad Langshaw • Kaye Doyle • John Wilby Angela Thompson • Kaitlyn Frankish Theresa Bunyon • Chad Menzies Geoff Whitbread
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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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I can be part of a friendly country community health service which means that I am part of the big picture, serving my clients as a nurse or midwife, as well as being an important member of the community myself. This brings joy and meaning to my work, and leads me to experience a vast array of diverse clinical SA HEALTH experiences.
Are you looking for a role where creativity and innovation are encouraged? Do you enjoy thinking outside the square?. If so, an opportunity now exists for a motivated and innovative individual to lead our community library team. The Community Library forms part of a vibrant cultural and leisure precinct which plays an important role in socially connecting residents to community life.
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Applicants must be eligible for professional membership of ALIA. Ideally you will have existing tertiary qualifications in Library and Information Management, however, applications will also be considered from people who have a Bachelor Degree in Social Science, Behavioural Science, Community Development, Management or a related discipline and who are willing to undertake further study in Library and Information Management.
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Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Roxby Downs Council Enterprise Agreement (2014). The commencing salary for an applicant with existing tertiary qualifications in Library and Information Management will be $68,715 per annum plus superannuation. In addition a housing and utilities allowance of $5,350 per annum applies. Some after-hours work may be required.
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Roxby hosts first-ever mixed darts league WRITTEN BY RDDL SECRETARY LIZA WILLIAMSON
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ocal players competed against teams from Roxby Downs, Andamooka, Adelaide, Whyalla and Port Augusta in the first-ever Roxby Downs Darts League (RDDL) Mixed League Competition on the weekend. The competition consisted of seven teams playing six rounds each, with winners medallions sponsored by Spotless and major raffle prizes donated by local businesses and community members. The competition was won by an Adelaide team from the Northern Districts Darts Association (NDDA). NDDA 1 team members Mick Coombs, Mathew Thomson, Tiarah Coombs and Jessica Leecroft were undefeated with 30 legs and seven games won. The runners-up were a local team, Roxby Downs 2 – which consisted of Troy Gid-
dens, Liza and Andrew Williamson and Katie Meadow – with 29 legs and six games won. They were followed closely by Roxby Downs 1 and NDDA 2, who drew for third place with 23 legs and four games won each. Roxby Downs 3 put up a fight, taking out a healthy 20 pegs and winning four games to finish fourth, and Whyalla gave it a good crack in fifth with 13 legs and two games won. The Andamooka team took out the wooden spoon and was awarded a participation rosette on 10 pegs and two games won. The ladies highest peg was taken out by NDDA 2 team member Cathy Kocjancic with a peg of 96 in two darts (triple 60 double 18). Thomson (NDAA 1) had the men’s highest peg of 129 (19 triple 20 bull). The Ton Queen was tied between local Zoe Leslie and NDDA member Tiarah
Coombs with a smashing 14 tons each. Ton King went to Giddens (Roxby Downs 2) with a whopping 32 tons for the weekend. Once again NDDA members Mick Coombs and Angie Unger took out the most pegs for both men’s and ladies, with Coombs taking out 25 pegs over the weekend and Unger checking out with 19 pegs. Badges for 180s were awarded to locals Andrew Williamson, Wi Pitau and Giddens with one each and NDDA members Mick Coombs and Kym Unger also with one each. The weekend was a huge success and was the start of an annual league competition with many more competitions to come. It success can be attributed to the generosity of our community, volunteers and committee members for their contributions and efforts to make it all happen. Note: See next week’s Monitor for photographs from the award presentations.
OD Barbarians hold inaugural awards night The Gary Radzi President’s Sheild - Junior Fereti Player’s Player - Nikaiya Graham Most Improved Player - Leif Tanza Top Points Scorer - Jacob Coles Club Man - Jason Starkey
Club Man award winner Jason Starkey with Jake Stirrat from SusRat Maintenance.
Roxby Downs Darts League member Lee Williamson (second from left) with sisters Jessica Leecroft and Tiarah Coombs and mother Desi Brady. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard
Luke Jarrad, Maeve Kendrick and Trish Curnow, all of Andamooka, at the mixed competition on Saturday.
Northern Districts Darts Association (NDDA) members Cathy and Ian Kocjancic and Angie (with Khyda) and Kym Unger. The four players made up the NDDA 1 team. THE MONITOR - Your Community Newspaper
RDDL president Darren Hill with wife Evelyn, who is the league’s fundraising and catering co-ordinator.
Katie Meadow (Roxby Downs) aims for her target.
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Dave Secker from league sponsor Secker Real Estate presents Nikaiya Graham with the Player’s Player award.
Jacob Coles (right) receives the Top Point Scorers award from Jason Keith from league sponsor Spotless.
Leif Tanza accepts the Most Improved Player award from the Roxby Downs Community Club’s Jade Grimston.
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Day meet held at dirt circuit track WRITTEN BY CHRIS BURGGRAAFF
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ast Saturday saw the fifth round of the Roxby Downs dirt circuit season and the first day meet run after wet weather washed out last month’s event.
The Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club (RDSCC) was this month proudly sponsored by SA Engineering. Track conditions were again superb, and utilisation of the long track featured heavily throughout the day. Greg Limbert was the only visiting driver in attendance, bringing along his Ceduna 95 Super Open Wheeler. However, Limbert was cut short following contact with the pit wall in round two that ended his day’s racing. The race meet also saw the first outing of Chris Burggraaff and the RD4 Modified for the 2016 season. Kane Honner and Rob Hall’s days were also cut short in round three following the failure of the double-driven RD59 Open Wheeler’s fan belt. This escalated to a failed radiator hose and a slick of coolant at the end of the long track straight. The slick surface consequently saw Burggraaff (RD4) and Duncan Atkins (RD95) leave the track at speed, and the second red flagged race and rerun in A Class for the day. Attrition of cars saw round five run as a combined A and B heat, providing some spectacular racing. The main event for the meet was the 20-lap President’s Cup All Comers race held over long track, which saw the
majority of drivers contesting heavy handicaps. The 20 laps stretched cars and drivers alike, with standout performances from Robby Sutton (RD56), Wayne Dempsey (RD42) and Danny Grosser (RD76) that saw them push through the field to take first, second and third respectively. The evening’s award presentation also marked a special occasion, with representatives of the Roxby Academy of Dance invited to attend following their success at state level in May that made them eligible for nationals. The Academy’s dancers are presently fundraising for their travel to attend the nationals, which will be held on the Gold Coast in September. RDSCC was proud to award $1000 to go towards this endeavour. Representatives of the Academy will also be in attendance at the August meet to continue the fundraising efforts. A number of locals also turned out to shred tyres on the burnout pad, and the Roxby Rocket conducted rides to the appreciation of the children in attendance during the main break. Round six of the local championship will take place on Saturday, August 20. ROUND FIVE RESULTS B Class: 1. Logan Hobbs (RD314), 21pts. 2. Danny Grosser (RD76), 18. 3. John Dempsey (RD95b), 11. A Class: 1. Chris Burggraaff (RD4), 26pts. 2. Wayne Dempsey (RD42), 25. Robby Sutton (RD56), 16. President’s Cup: 1. Robby Sutton (RD56). 2. Logan Hobbs (RD314). 3. Danny Grosser (RD76).
Logan Hobbs (RD314) won the B Class competition at Saturday’s Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club day meet.
Danny Grosser (RD76) finished second in the B Class racing. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard
Rob Hall (RD59) in action at the dirt circuit day meet. ABOVE: RDSCC president Chris Burggraaff awards a $1000 cheque to Jordan Honner on behalf of the Roxby Academy of Dance. PHOTO: Supplied
LEFT, BELOW: Some of the action from the burnout pad on Saturday.
Roxby Downs Golf Association Stroke Monthly Medal Saturday, July 16, 2016 OVERALL WINNER A GRADE B GRADE C GRADE LADIES/JNR SWEEPSTAKES
BEST PUTTER LONG DRIVE A LONG DRIVE B LONG DRIVE C LONG DRIVE LADIES/JNR NTP A NTP B NTP C NTP LADIES/JNR
NAME BARRY DADLEH DANIEL LAW MICHAEL PAUL CHAD OLFIELD STACEY DADLEH ANN GRAY RENE AYLA ROBERT GRAY NIGEL MAINE SEB GRIGGS SHAUN TAYLOR BARRY DADLEH NIL AMANDA NELSON SEB GRIGGS NIGEL MAINE CHAD OLDFIELD NIL
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John Dempsey (RD95b) placed third in the B Class competition.
SCORE 70 72 73 75 71 73 73 74 74 28
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Miners suffer first loss WRITTEN BY ROSS WILSON
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ust when everyone was thinking that the Roxby Districts Miners were cruising to their fourth premiership in as many years, East Roxby has thrown a spanner into the works.
The Roos had a gutsy and hard-fought 12-point win at the town oval in Saturday’s eleventh round of the Far North Football League. This was a long-awaited clash, with both sides nearing full strength, and it did not disappoint. It was a thrilling no-holds-barred contest with solid hits and an all-in melee in the second quarter that took umpires several minutes to bring under control. This resulted in Miners co-coach Ricky Prosser being sent off for the remainder of the second quarter. A very even game saw the Roos sticking with the Miners, with only six points separating the two sides at the first change. After another quarter, in the second, of great defensive play from both sides, the Miners were able to kick the only goal to lead by 11 points at the major break, 4.3 (27) to 2.4 (16). In the third quarter East Roxby laid down the gauntlet with a four goals to two effort which saw them hit the front in the shadows of three quarter time to lead by three points. The stage was set for a thrilling last quarter, with most pundits still thinking that the Miners would rally in the run home. As has happened so many times in the past, teams have been able to stick with the Miners for two or three quarters and then the reigning premiers would display their superior fitness and take the game away. But not this time! The Roos looked the fitter side and, after a superb three goals to one final quarter,
and two late goals from the boot of Robbie Vaughan, both from 50m, sealed the fate of the premiership favourites. The Roos ran over the top of the Miners and finished strongly. This result has put much-needed life back into Far North football and resuscitated what appeared to be a dead season. There is now a lot of interest in what the final result will bring. Just imagine – add a Haris Vrbovac to the Miners and a Scott McIntyre to the Roos and the quality of the game goes to another level. I cannot wait for the rematch. The Roos were best served by the brilliant Dale King, Robbie Vaughan with three goals, a return to form of Cam Faulkner, and livewires Matthew Schipper and Kirk Kirvan. Mention should also be made of the performance of young Jon Secker, who was very impressive, and Ty Kirkwood, who was superb in the ruck. The Roos ran out the victors by two goals, 9.8 (62) to defeat the Miners, who kicked 7.8 (50).
Olympic Dam ran out the victors with 34.22 (226), while Coober Pedy failed to score for the entire game. This was just a procession with the superb Michael Shaw amassing an untold amount of possessions and snaring seven goals to be easily best on the ground. Full forward Scott Montgomerie picked up 11 goals and Tyson Hornhardt from centre half back kicked three, with Cameron Green and Patrick Glover also kicking three each. Without the influence and skills of Jonathon Veale, who is out with a knee injury, mention should be made of the performance of Glover. Long been seen as a talented winger, he has been considered as a link player and an in and out of the contest ball winner. Coach Jason Elliott must be thrilled with the way Glover has fitted into the midfield and, more importantly, slotted into Veale’s role of linking with Shaw to give the Devils accurate and penetrating drive through the centre. Kicking the first two OD goals, his confidence rose and he became a very effective and instrumental player. OD’s win could have been much bigger had the Devils been more accurate. There was very little breeze, and some of the set shots in front of goals were very achievable but were squandered. Other strong players for OD were Stuart Clark, who was constantly driving forward, Tyler Odgers, Lachlan Hewett from half back and Green, who was in and under as usual. Coober Pedy had a team of triers and never gave up, with the best players being Kerry Roderick, Wayne Chamberlain and Trevor Hannes. Coober Pedy’s coach and president will be the special guest on The Scoreboard on RoxFM with Woodsy and Benny tomorrow night from 6pm.
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s predicted, Coober Pedy faced another daunting task of travelling to Roxby to face the Olympic Dam Devils.
Both sides were undermanned and could only muster 18 players each. The main difference was that the Saints are reliant on many younger, smaller-bodied players to make up the numbers. As usual Coober Pedy put up a great fight, and nothing can be taken away from their defence and centre line. Their handpassing and accurate kicking was very good, and it is a pity that they do not have an effective forward structure. It must be soul destroying to get beaten each week by more than 200 points, which is what happened again this week and for the fifth time this season.
Great team effort, nice win leading into the end of the season. Cam Faulkner
Good effort by the lads. Jason Elliott
Good win by the Roos. Ricky Prosser
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Far North Football League Saturday, July 16, 2016 A GRADE Olympic Dam 8.9 16.14 27.15 34.22 (226) Coober Pedy 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 (0) Olympic Dam best players: M. Shaw, P. Glover, S. Clark, S. Montgomerie, T. Odgers. Coober Pedy best players: T. Hannes, K. Roderick, W. Chamberlain. Olympic Dam goal scorers: S. Montgomerie 11, M. Shaw 7, T. Hornhardt, P. Glover, C. Green 3, R. Geraghty, L. Hewett 2, L. Geraghty, C. Steel, S. Clark 1. MAC Award: Bodie Smith (OD) East Roxby 2.2 2.4 6.7 9.8 (62) Roxby Districts 3.2 4.3 6.4 7.8 (50) East Roxby best players: D. King, R. Vaughan, C. Faulkner, M. Schipper, K. Kirvan. Roxby Districts best players: S. Crafter-King, A. Stopp, F. Hayward, J. Sheppard, J. Roberts. East Roxby goal scorers: R. Vaughan 3, T. Clancy, M. Schipper, J. Secker, R. Simms, M. Glacken, J. Orr 1. Roxby Districts goal scorers: S. McIvor 4, R. Prosser 3. MAC Award: Cam Faulkner (East Roxby)
PREMIERSHIP TABLE Roxby Districts East Roxby Hornridge Olympic Dam Coober Pedy
The Miners’ Alex Stopp takes on East Roxby’s Ty Kirkwood.
P 9 9 8 10 10
W 8 7 4 3 1
L 1 2 4 7 9
D 0 0 0 0 0
F 1235 1002 722 739 314
A 304 346 584 927 1851
% Pts 406.25 32 289.60 28 123.63 16 79.72 12 16.96 4
TOP 10 GOAL KICKERS Name Scott McIntyre Ricky Prosser Scott Montgomerie Todd Paull Joel Harman Kain Zeptner Ashley Baxter Rhett Simms Luke Godfrey Michael Shaw
Kirk Kirvan (East Roxby) tackles Cody Kenny (Roxby Districts).
Club This round Total East Roxby 0 46 Roxby Districts 3 35 Olympic Dam 11 29 Roxby Districts 0 28 Hornridge 0 27 Roxby Districts 0 20 Hornridge 0 17 East Roxby 1 13 Roxby Districts 0 13 Olympic Dam 7 12
FOOTBALLER OF THE
Year Results from FNFL Round 11
VOTES 3 2 1
HIDDEN ROUND
Footballer of the Year Leaderboard after Round 11 ABOVE: Michael Shaw gets a kick away for Olympic Dam.
NAME
CLUB
VOTES
1
T. Cribb
Miners
10
2
M. Shaw
OD
9
Tyron Cribb
3
R. Simms
East Roxby
8
4
A. Baxter
Hornridge
7
Roxby Districts
CURRENT LEADER
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Gary Radzi President’s Shield winner Junior Fereti (centre) with fellow award recipient Jacob Coles (Top Points Scorer) and Sam Secker from league sponsor Secker Real Estate. PHOTO: Ryneisha Bollard
Inaugural awards night WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER
F
ive players were recognised at the Olympic Dam Barbarians (ODB) Rugby League Club’s inaugural awards ceremony held at the Oasis function centre last Friday night. Junior Fereti won the Gary Radzi President’s Shield, Nikaiya Graham was chosen as the Player’s Player, Leif Tanza took out the
ICE AGE: COLLISION COURSE
Duration: 1 hour 58 minutes Rating: G
Most Improved Player award, Jacob Coles was named the Top Points Scorer and Jason Starkey won the Club Man award. Speaking as the club’s president, Starkey said all award winners were very deserving and the presentations had been the ideal way to finish off the season. The Barbarians went through the 2016 Spencer Gulf Rugby League competition undefeated and won the grand final earlier this month.
THURS 21st July | 3:30pm FRI 22nd July | 10am SAT 23rd July | 12:30pm
FINDING DORY
THURS 21st July | 12:30pm FRI 22nd July | 12:30pm SAT 23rd July | 10am SUN 24th July | 12:30pm
WARCRAFT: THE BEGINNING
THURS 21st July | 6pm FRI 22nd July | 3:30pm SAT 23rd July | 6pm SUN 24th July | 3:30pm TUES 26th July | 6pm
Duration: 1 hour 46 minutes Rating: G
Duration: 2 hours 3 minutes Rating: M
THE BFG
Duration: 1 hour 59 minutes Rating: PG
THURS 21st July | 10am FRI 22nd July | 6pm SAT 23rd July | 3:30pm SUN 24th July | 10am TUES 26th July | 3:30pm
“A big thank you to everyone who has helped throughout the season,” Starkey said. “Thanks especially to all the sponsors who have helped with the massive costs this season including kits, equipment and travel expenses – they have definitely helped keep the costs down.” A solid crowd of around 70 players, partners, family, friends, sponsors and committee members turned out to support the
‘From Our Private Collections’ Gallery Opening. Thursday July 21 6pm in the roxbylink Art Gallery. Drinks and nibbles provided
ODB side and the award winners. Starkey said everyone had enjoyed the night. The Barbarians will be up for more awards this weekend when the Spencer Gulf Rugby League holds its presentation night in Port Augusta. They will then be back in action when ODB takes on the Riverland Roos in a scratch match during the side’s end-of-season trip. PAGE 13 More photos from the awards night
‘The Red Cross Letters’ a play which offers profoundly moving insight into the human cost of the Great War for those who waited at home. Tuesday 16 August roxbylink Auditorium. Contact the Roxby Downs Visitor Centre for more information 08 8671 5941
Mixed Touch Football starts August 4. Nominations due by July 28. Contact Hannah for more information: hannah.wurfel@roxbylink.com.au