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Kokatha keen to connect WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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he Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation’s board of management is looking to strengthen relationships with Roxby Downs residents in the coming months.

A proposed community forum would be one of the first steps and would provide an opportunity for the board to engage with locals and address their concerns.

In 2014 the Kokatha people, as the traditional owners, were successful in their Native Title claim over more than 33,807

square kilometres of land.

The land – which includes the Roxby Downs, Andamooka and Purple Downs stations – had always been for private use but was officially closed to the public in November last year via a notice sent out to residents.

A project has since been under way to convert the land into a pastoral area, with livestock already introduced.

The Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation is responsible for upholding the native title rights and interests and operates in conjunction with the Kokatha Mula Nations Land Council.

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The Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation has appointed local man David Turner as its pastoral properties manager and is seeking to strengthen community ties. PHOTO: Patrick Glover

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Roxby’s solar plant proposal WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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oxby Downs could be home to one of the biggest solar power stations in the world by as early as 2018.

Australian infrastructure investor Lyon Group is proposing the construction of a 100-megawatt solar plant to be combined with a battery storage array of up to 40MW. The power station is set to be one of many across the country as part of the Kingfisher project – a finalist in the Australian Renewable Energy Agency funding round for large-scale solar initiatives.

It would connect into the National Electricity Market and would run power into a line

that links with working mine sites, including Olympic Dam. It is understood the construction of the $300 million solar plant would create 100 jobs.

According to a recent article on the Renew Economy website, Lyon Group’s David Green said the combination of power generation and storage meant the facility could serve two purposes simultaneously.

“The battery component of these projects provides greater energy security and energy quality, load shifting and management of ramp rates which is critical for major energy users with large swing loads,” he said.

“So our pipeline initially focuses on regional, high-energy use areas on the fringe of the electricity grid but is rapidly expanding into other areas.”

Lyon Group’s announcement comes at an opportune time as South Australian electricity prices begin to increase significantly following the closure of the Northern Brown Coal Power Station and the current maintenance work being done on the interconnector.

BHP Billiton Olympic Dam asset president Jacqui McGill said the escalating prices and unreliability of power supplies had been a “significant concern” for the sustainability of the mining giant.

Ms McGill said the company had been looking into its own ways of continuing sustainable operations through these trying times.

“We have been working closely with the South Australian Government to find a resolution to this issue, and are grateful for their

intervention during this period of instability,” she said.

“Throughout this challenging period, our team has done great work to safely reduce our energy use while continuing operations, with minimal impact to production.”

According to Renew Economy, the Kingfisher initiative is just one of a number of large-scale solar projects being proposed for SA. Mr Green said the SA market was attractive because of its excellent solar resources and its high base load power prices, and it could also avoid costly upgrades of networks at the fringe of grid.

“South Australia needs an answer to its renewable energy challenges, and we think our Kingfisher project is a big part of the energy solution for that state,” he added.

Local company secures five-year contract WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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onadelphous secured a new five-year contract to continue servicing BHP Billiton Olympic Dam last Wednesday.

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Outgoing president Tony Harwood with his Paul Harris Fellow award.

Marks takes on Rotary leadership role WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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eter Marks is set to add a fresh perspective to the Rotar y Club of Rotar y Districts after taking over the role of president at a changeover event recently.

Mr Marks, who has been a part of the club for three years, has replaced Tony Harwood, who is set to leave town due to retirement.

Mr Marks said there were going to

be some challenges ahead but he was looking forward to attacking these challenges with the full support of a strong Rotary club.

“There have been some absolute top people in this position, so it is going to be hard to follow in their footsteps, but I have a great committee that will be there to help, so it is exciting,” he said.

“The focus this year is going to be membership and increasing numbers as well as really getting out there with other members into the community.”

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Although he is heading out of Roxby Downs and leaving Rotary, he will continue to be an active community member in his hometown of Yinnar, Victoria, where he will be reunited with his local Lions club, of which he is a life member.

During the changeover event Mr Harwood was also presented with a Paul Harris Fellow award, which is the highest honour members can receive on an international level.

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He said his favourite part of being involved with the local Rotary club was being able to provide help to the community when needed.

“Overall I am going to miss the comradery, whether it be getting together for our regular meeting or going out and finding ways to assist the community,” he said.

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Kokatha Aboriginal Corp to host forum CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “We understand there have been concerns raised regarding access to Kokatha land for recreational purposes,” said Kokatha Mula Nations Land Council general manager Bill Ryan.

“It is not intended for any excessive restrictions to be enforced. Roxby residents are welcome to access the land on the condition that responsibility for the care of the land, infrastructure and livestock is maintained.

“Of course we would also ask that the privacy of the residents of the stations is also respected.”

Mr Ryan said steps had already been taken to begin building strong relationships with Roxby Downs and surrounding areas affected by the pastoral leases.

Meetings have taken place between Mr Ryan, BHP Billiton’s Chad Menzies, Senior Sergeant Terry Boylan and Roxby Council’s Anni Giles.

The Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation already supports local and regional businesses and contractors by purchasing goods from them or using their services when possible.

To further increase its connection with Roxby Downs, the Kokatha board has appointed local man David Hunter as the pastoral properties manager.

“David has extensive experience in the pastoral business and a long-term association with the Roxby Downs community through his work with BHP Billiton, co-ordinating and supervising activities at Arid Recovery and working on various pastoral properties in the region and beyond,” Mr Ryan said.

Four station hands are currently employed to help Mr Hunter on the three pastoral properties.

Mr Ryan said these were positive roles for the successful candidates, who were able to gain and develop a diverse range of skills.

“The properties also form a part of Kokatha heritage as sites of cultural importance for both the Aboriginal and European history,” he said.

“Many Kokatha people have direct family ties with the stations where relatives lived and worked with past pastoral families.”

Runners in action at the 2014 Desert Dash. This year’s event wll be held on September 11.

Date set for Desert Dash

WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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ust off your running shoes – the Roxby Downs Desert Dash is back for its eighth year and is set to take place on Sunday, September 11.

A 3km event has been added this year to coincide with the 5km and 10km races – which can be run or walked.

The Dash accommodates for all ages and all fitness levels, with families encouraged to enter as well.

“The benefits of the event are not just for health and fitness – it is a community event bringing people together, it is a family event,” said Desert Dash committee member Scott Humphries.

The course will remain the same, starting at the oval and heading out Olympic Way to

the Pimba turnoff, before returning to the oval.

Last year’s Desert Dash attracted around 200 entrants, and Mr Humphries said he was hoping for similar numbers this time around.

This year’s event will also include the Deadly Run series, which is aiming to attract indigenous athletes.

It is one of a series of events that indigenous participants can compete in to qualify for

the Deadly Fun Run Series Championships held at Uluru.

A new-look committee has been hard at work organising the Desert Dash. Maree Jackson, Phil Behrens and Sally Bryant have left and were replaced

by Matt Frederick, Beck Cooke, Sally Natt and Mark Young.

Mr Humphries said the committee was still looking for volunteers to help on the day and encouraged everyone to start training.

TOLL Group helps out riding club

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he Roxby Downs Riding Club received assistance from a local business to carry out various civil works at its stables recently.

Roxby Downs Riding Club members received a helping hand from TOLL Group’s Daniel Williams (second from left) recently. PHOTO: Supplied

Daniel Williams from TOLL Group spent half a day there on Saturday, July 16, removing and replacing soiled sand.

Mr Williams also levelled out the arena and the road leading into the grounds.

“These works are greatly appreciated by the club for several reasons, the main one being the horses’ health,” said a club spokesperson.

“A big thanks to TOLL Group from the Roxby Downs Riding Club.

“All members and horses greatly appreciate this community service.”

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Exhibition marks forum’s 10th WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

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he Roxby Downs Arts and Culture Forum celebrated its 10th anniversary with the opening of an exhibition in the roxbylink gallery last Thursday night.

From our private collections features artworks either created or obtained by forum members.

These include tea cosies and sweaters knitted

by Sandy Sumsion, along with a piece entitled Reconciliation by Mary Brennan that is owned by Jane Gloster.

Forum chairperson Rachel Young said many members had come and gone and contributed to the community in various ways over the past 10 years.

“They have inspired our community to sing, dance, act, create, paint, make, film, photograph and – probably the most significant thing of all – to dream creatively,” she said.

Mrs Young said the forum – which had its first meeting on September 28, 2005 – involved volunteers getting together to empower, engage and educate the local community in the arts and arts practice.

“As with any volunteer organisation, our membership has seen its fair share of ebb and flow, but throughout we have always kept hold of our vision and maintained our passion for the arts,” she said.

“Volunteer organisations of any kind require energy and passion, and the Arts and Culture Forum has worked hard to sustain both.”

Mrs Young said the forum had achieved many goals, with the Red eARTh Festival being at the top of the list and followed by the community mural and performances and workshops from a number of artists and creative companies.

“None of this would be possible without the support of organisations who are willing to dig in and generously support our crazy ideas – both financially as well as in kind,” she said.

“Our dreams would still be locked away in fantasy land without this assistance.

“Significant partners of note include roxbylink, Roxby Downs Council, BHP Billiton, local businesses, Roxby Downs Area School, St Barbara’s Parish School, Savills, Country Arts SA and other funding bodies.

“We are very thankful for their generosity and look forward to their continued partnerships.

“I would also like to thank the general public for their support over the many years – support as volunteers at events, or assisting with venues and logistics, cooking food, billeting artists and, most importantly of all, showing up to enjoy the workshops and productions that are on offer.

“It always makes the hours of organising so much more worthwhile when other people genuinely gain from the experience and grow.”

From our private collections is on display in the roxbylink art gallery until August 26.

Meanwhile last Thursday’s event also served as the official opening of a historic and artistic display at the entrance to the Roxby Downs Visitor Information Centre.

The display is set into the wall and features an engraved copper frame. Behind a glass panel there is a rotating wheel detailing key events in Roxby’s history.

The project began in 2013 and has been a collaboration between BHP Billiton, Mrs Young and fellow artist Dave Kovac.

BHP Billiton’s Chad Menzies said thanks were also owed to the Roxby Downs 25th celebrations committee, roxbylink and Roxby Council.

Mr Menzies said the display was an “incredible” addition to the main street.

He added that a time capsule would be installed in the ground below, and contributions of historic items were being sought to add to this.

For further details, phone the Visitor Information Centre on 8671 5941.

Arts and Culture Forum member Jane Gloster with one of her contributions to the exhibition, Reconciliation

by Mary Brennan.

Last Thursday’s exhibition launch was followed by the official opening of a new display at the Visitor Information Centre’s entrance. Pictured are project collaborators Dave Kovac, Rachel Young and Chad Menzies. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

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We broke down on June 17 near Lake Hart. Thank you, Mitch, who transported us, the Prado and van to Roxby.

Mitch gave us some history on the mine and the town and took our van to the caravan park, where Maureen and Frank have been very good to us.

Thank you, Theresa from Dunes Cafe, which we frequent a lot. She put us in touch with Tanya Finn regarding our computer. Tanya came to the caravan park to help us.

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Also thanks to the lovely Laura at Woolworths. She always asked us how the repairs were coming along.

The staff at the chemist were always friendly, Gay from Hertz was great and the lady in the gift shop offered to get us things from Port Augusta.

Thank you, Peter from Cav Power, and Jenny from Toyota who was on the phone constantly to us and there for us during such a stressful time.

You have a beautiful, clean and tidy town with beautiful people in it.

Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.

Jan and Rick Branch Airlie Beach

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o the people of Roxby Downs: Rick and I will always have fond memories of the people here.

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Little Lizards Does your child love celebrating birthdays?

The Monitor has started up a Little Lizards section where it gives a shoutout to local kids enjoying birthdays, with one child selected to have their photo appear in the paper as well.

To participate send your name and contact phone number, along with your child’s name and date of birth, to editor@themonitor.com.au, phone 8671 2683, drop it in to our Richardson Place office or mail it to PO Box 72, Roxby Downs SA 5725.

Rick and Jan Branch, of Airlie Beach, have been staying in town for six weeks and will be leaving once their car engine has been repaired.

Community Calendar JULY 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.

30th-31st - Sandvik

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31st - SixtyRide cycling challenge, Roxby Downs Town Oval, 8.30am for 9am start.

Ph: 1800 639 634.

31st - NAIDOC Week Yulunga Traditional Indigenous Games, Roxby Downs Town Oval, 10am to 12 noon.

Ph: 8671 0010.

AUGUST 1st - Top 10 Coaching Tips information session presented by Mike Martens from the SA Sports Institute, Community Youth Centre, 6.30pm. Ph: 0428 723 870.

5th - FNFL (Split) Rd 14 at the Town Oval: Roxby Downs vs Hornridge, 6.30pm.

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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he Roxby Downs and District Racing Club will pop the cork on its 22nd annual Outback Cup festivities next week.

Celebrations will begin on Friday, August 5, with the 57 Films Calcutta at the Roxby Downs Community Club from 7pm.

Melbourne Cup-winning jockey John Letts will be the guest speaker at the event, which will see locals ‘buy’ the horses set to compete in the Outback Cup. See PAGE 10 for more details.

The Roxby Downs Races on Saturday, August 6, will feature local, metropolitan and interstate racing, including:  1800m BHP Billiton Roxby Downs Outback Cup ($15,000)  Kalari Pty Ltd 1200m Benchmark 64 Handicap ($10,000)  WorkPac/National Jockeys Trust 1600m Benchmark 60 Handicap ($7500)  AEM Consolidated 1400m Benchmark 54 Handicap ($7500)  ToxFree 1000m Benchmark 54 Handicap ($7500)  BSH/Roxby Earthmoving 1000m Maiden Plate ($7500) Apart from the racing action, a Fashions at the Races regional heat will offer locals the opportunity to compete for cash prizes by dressing up in their best outfits. See PAGE 11 for more details.

Attendees have the option of purchasing a gold pass for $140 per person.

This includes access to the VIP marquee, a smorgasbord entree and lunch plus 10 tickets for your choice of a beer, spirits, cider or wine.

Both general admission and gold pass ticket holders will have access to children’s entertainment (sponsored

by Roxby Travel and Cruise), bar facilities, food sales and the Baz Petterson Wine Tent.

The Roxby Downs Racecourse is a licensed venue and no BYO alcohol will be permitted. The gates will open at 11am on the day and a $5 car parking fee will apply.

2015 Outback Cup winner Al Chicago (centre) with owner Jim Higgins and trainer Wally Bencik.

Action from last year’s racing.

Free children’s entertainment will be provided at the Roxby Downs Races.

General admission costs $30 for adults and is free for children aged under 18 years.

This year’s sponsorship included track and ground maintenance prepared by Roxby Earthmoving, Roxby Hydraulics, BSH Waste Solutions, Outback Landscaping, Red Mulga and Monadelphous.

Along with the businesses already mentioned, the 2016 Roxby Downs Races are being supported by The Monitor, RoxFM, Coates Hire, Alliance Airlines, Raine & Horne, SA Power Networks and Roxby Engineering and Fabrication.

A Roxby Downs and District Racing Club spokesman said thanks were owed to all of the sponsors that have gotten behind this year’s event.

“Without them it’s not possible to put up this event,” he said.

“Unfortunately some of our major sponsors weren’t able to come on board this year, and the Roxby Racing Club really needs businesses that can contribute in any shape or form to contact us.”

For sponsorship and ticketing inquiries, please contact the Roxby Downs and District Racing Club via email (treasurer@roxbydownsturfclub.com. au) or phone (0400 087 066).

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Timetable to and from the racecourse on Saturday, August 6.

Note: Service requires gold-coin donation to the Roxby Downs Country Fire Service.

ROXBY DOWNS 11am to 1.30pm: From Richardson Place. 4.30pm to 6pm: Back to the town centre.

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John Letts (right) with BHP Billiton’s Chad Menzies during the Emirates Melbourne Cup Tour. Letts will be returning to emcee next week’s Calcutta.

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elbourne Cup-winning jockey John Letts will be returning to Roxby Downs next week for the Outback Cup and to be the Master of Ceremonies at the 57 Films Calcutta on Friday, August 5.

Letts, who was in town earlier this month as part of the Emirates Melbourne Cup Tour, said he was looking forward to the local race meet.

“I always love coming back to Roxby Downs,” he told The Monitor.

“I look to get up there every year because it is a fun day and just a great day of racing.

“I love touring the country racing circuit.”

Letts said he was also looking forward to sharing his stories with the crowd at the Calcutta, which will be held at the Roxby Downs Community Club from 7pm.

He said he was expecting a ‘mix and mingle’ type event and a laid-back feel to the evening.

“A lot of people at these events want to hear about the Melbourne Cup and the different big races I have raced in, or the experiences I have had on good horses I have ridden or I have ridden against,” he said.

Letts said he had already inspected the track and the course appeared to be in perfect racing condition.

He said he was looking forward to an enjoyable day at the Roxby Downs Races on Saturday, August 6.

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Fashion competition to take a new shape T

horoughbred Racing SA (TRSA) has recently announced changes to the Fashion at the Races competition.

These will affect the season running from TRSA’s first provincial meeting of the new racing calendar, the 2016 Balaklava Cup (August 31), until the 2017 Roxby Downs Races.

This means next week’s regional heat will not be part of the new format but will be supported with the major prize of two tickets to the 2016 Melbourne Cup Day held at Morphettville, plus a night’s accommodation at the Oaks Hotels and Resorts, Glenelg.

It will then be judged online during the following week, and the winner will be notified in time to attend the 2017 Balaklava Cup as a VIP guest.

By altering the competition’s structure, the categories and the prizes available, TRSA believes more entrants will be attracted to enter an even more streamlined competition.

TRSA is excited to commence rolling this new model out at the Balaklava Cup on Wednesday, August 31.

In an effort to provide racegoers with an even better experience, TRSA will support the Fashions at the Races competition with a newly introduced consistent cash prize for the best dressed.

The prizes will now be the same at each major racing event and Country Cup. These include cash prizes of up to $1000.

The same goes for runner-up prizes and the new category of best dressed man.

Up until now, clubs have had to source their own major prizes. TRSA is making this easier by providing the same major prizes for all competitions.

However, there are still opportunities for each club to add their own categories and source local prizes in order to support the local community.

The second major change is that the final will be shifted to a new online fashion hub created by TRSA. This new format will encourage more people to compete, and also removes the need to travel for the state final.

Instead, the winners of each qualifying event will be profiled online and a judging panel will select the overall winner from these entries. The judges will be announced soon.

A People’s Choice award could also be decided in this way. With the re-

REGIONAL HEAT CRITERIA 2016 Note: Entrants must be aged 18 years or over.

Appropriateness of the outfit for the particular event and conditions  Entrants should dress with the weather in mind. If it’s a winter event, they should dress in the appropriate clothing (not a summer dress).  A dirt track and surrounds should also be considered, as footwear should be tailored to the conditions.  Entrants should not be dressed as if they are going to a night club – appropriate daywear is essential.

Originality and confidence  The entrant’s personality and willingness to think outside the square should be obvious in their outfit.  They should look confident and happy in their outfit and wear something that makes them stand out in a positive manner.

Attention to detail with accessories  For the ladies, appropriate headwear is essential, as is a men’s tie or neckwear.  The overall picture must be considered in the judging – bag, shoes, jewellery and headwear.  The entire outfit must be complementary and fit together.

Roxby’s 2015 Fashions at the Races regional heat winners Georgia Boylan (third), Jade Williams (second) and Leah Jones (first).

moval of the state final event, this also means that once an entrant has qualified, they are ineligible to enter at future events in that season.

The online fashion hub, which will launch next month, will also provide a new way to promote local businesses.

For more information, visit: www. theracessa.com.au Meanwhile the 2016 Roxby Downs Races will also include its own prizes (sponsored by Roxby Hydraulics) for the following categories:  Ms Outback ($800 first prize, $200 second prize, $100 third prize)  Mr Outback ($250)  Best Dressed 5 and Under

 Best Dressed Under 10 Years  Best Dressed 17 and Under  Novelty categories will include:  Alliance Airlines Best Hat Female  ToxFree Most Creative Male  BSH Solutions Most Creative Female  Roxby Earthmoving Best Hat Male  Kalari Pty Ltd Snazziest Couple  57 Films Most Elegant Lady  RoxFM Best Hairstyle  WorkPac Best Fascinator Nominations for Ms Outback will be open at the Roxby Downs Racecourse on Saturday, August 6, from 11am to 1pm.

Appreciation of current fashion trends  Entrants must show that they’re aware of current trends and interpret these trends in their own way.  Elements of their outfit should reflect current trends without losing the entrant’s personal flair.

Grooming and deportment  Entrants will be judged according to not only their outfit, but also the way they carry themselves on stage.  Hair, make-up and behaviour on stage will also be considered by the judges.

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Roxby Council The Red Cross Letters – theatre from the heart

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ark your calendar for Tue s d ay, August 16, as a precious piece of South Australian history will be brought to life at the roxbylink Auditorium.

The Red Cross Letters is a collaboration between the State Theatre Company of South Australia and Country Arts SA. Verity Laughton presents her unique interpretation of the contents of letters sent to the South Australian Red Cross Information Bureau during World War I by Australians seeking news of their loved ones from the front, and the replies.

The production is inspired by a bundle of letters (recently digitised from more than 8000 case files) kept at the South Australian State Library for more than 96 years.

WORKS NOTICE from Roxby Water

Please be aware that water meter replacement, as a part of Roxby Water’s ongoing program, will commence on Monday, July 25. The areas impacted are: COPPER SANDS • Mulga Crt 3-18 • Wattle Drive 10-36 • Correa Crescent 2-36 • Melia Street 1-13 • Bolami Street 5-19 • Swainsona Street 9-34 • Tiliqua Crescent 66-100

Tickets are $26 and are available now at the Visitor Informa-

SUBSECTION B AREA • Ceratonia Circuit 1-58 • Callitris Circuit 1-60 • Stemodia Street 3-10 • Agonis Road 11-29 • Maireana Circuit 46-64

Residents can expect a minimum of 48 hours notice – please look out for a letter in your letter box. You will also get a knock on your door prior to the water being switched off.

For any queries, please call 8671 0010 and ask for the Water Operations Officer.

tion Centre. To book or for more information, please call 8671 5941.

Roxby Power brought in generators to restore electricity to those homes impacted by an unscheduled power outage over a very cold weekend.

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ouncil has staff available on call 24/7 to deal with any emergencies.

At around 9pm on Saturday, July 16, one such emergency occurred when Roxby Power received a call reporting a power outage.

The outage affected those on the western end of Maireana Circuit and Agonis Road.

As it was such a cold winter evening and with the assistance of SA Power Networks (SAPN),

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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.

Roxby Power attempted to investigate the cause of the outage but unfortunately was unable to get the power back on that night.

With assistance from SAPN special equipment was brought in to locate the source of the problem and to avoid digging up footpaths and roadway.

Early on Sunday morning, Roxby Power endeavoured to reinstate power to the homes impacted by the outage, with two thirds of those homes then

being able to switch on their power – and, most importantly, their heating!

For the other homes still without electricity, Roxby Power brought in generators as a temporary measure.

Power to the remaining houses affected was restored by Wednesday, July 20.

A special thanks to SAPN, Coates Hire and MPS for all their assistance with restoring power to the residents of Roxby Downs.

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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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Diabetes Awareness Month

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n South Australia alone, diabetes is diagnosed in 600 people every month — that’s approximately 20 each day.

Diabetes is Australia’s fastest-growing chronic condition that leads to serious complications, the consequences of which can include heart attack, stroke, blindness, kidney damage, and foot ulcers that can result in amputation.

Around the world, we are experiencing a diabetes epidemic that threatens to overwhelm health systems globally and cut lives short.

For more information, visit: www.diabetesaustralia.com.au

JOINING FORUMS

Dry July an educational experience

WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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ith cancer affecting so many people, Roxby Downs Area School (RDAS) teacher Beth Elliott has taken up the Dry July cause to try and give back to those in need.

Mrs Elliott said having the fundraiser fall during the school holidays had made her think more about the cause and even opened up a discussion with her younger children.

“We know people that have been affected by cancer and (my daughter) Evie said maybe the money raised could go towards buying people hair,” she said.

Mrs Elliott said she only had the occasional social drink,

ARTS and CULTURE FORUM Thursday, August 25 @ 7pm 34 Wattle Drive

which was why giving up alcohol had been relatively easy so far.

She said she was thrilled to be taking part in Dry July with so many other locals as part of the H2O Heroes team.

The large number of participants has meant more chances of getting the responsible drinking message across to the community.

“It is good to see so many local people taking part in Dry July,” Mrs Elliott said. “Alcohol has become commonplace in society, and by doing Dry July it points out how much we do rely on alcohol when we are out doing something socially.”

Mrs Elliott said she had been well supported by family, the staff at RDAS and the Olympic Dam Sporting Club. As of Monday she had raised around $500.

Beth Elliott with children Evie and Mac.

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ENVIRONMENT FORUM Anni Giles 0448 168 167

Thursday, August 4 @ 5.30pm

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

John Wilby 0428 815 436

ROXBY ROADSAFE MEETING

New members are always welcome.

Tuesday, August 9 @ 6pm Library Meeting Space

Tuesday, August 9 @ 7pm

COMMUNITY GARDEN

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BUSINESS FORUM

Vicki Mason 0418 526 608 Wednesday, July 27 @ 6pm Council Boardroom

Council Boardroom

Michelle Hales 0418 833 818 Council Boardroom

WOMEN’S NETWORK

Hayley Scrivens 0459 824 026 TBCCouncil Boardroom

raised

Dylan Sandford $1,140.00 (supporting Dry July Foundation SA) Mel O’Donnell $450.20 (supporting Dry July Foundation SA) Beth Elliott $309.80 (supporting Dry July Foundation SA) Curtley Dadleh $254.00 (supporting Dry July Foundation SA) Jack Orr $205.00 (supporting Dry July Foundation SA)

To make a donation, please visit www.dryjuly.com and search ‘Roxby’s H2O Heroes’

MULTICULTURAL FORUM

Theresa Bunyon 0413 609 102 Wednesday, August 17 @ 6pm Community Youth Centre World Food and Music Festival Sub-Committee Wednesday, August 3 @ 6pm Community Youth Centre

FAMILY FORUM

Joel Hill 0433 792 450 TBC Community Youth Centre

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 • John Wilby • Angela Thompson • Kaitlyn Frankish• Theresa Bunyon • Chad Menzies • Geoff Whitbread • Hayley Scrivens

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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Country music star plays Far North gig C ountry music artist Fanny Lumsden visited Andamooka and Roxby Downs earlier this month.

ABOVE LEFT: Country music artist Fanny Lumsden performing with Dan Freeman at Andamooka. ABOVE RIGHT: One of Lumsden’s publicity photographs for her debut album, Small Town Big Shot. PHOTOS: Supplied

Fiona and Wade Hooper.

Lumsden spent the afternoon of Thursday, July 14, exploring Andamooka before playing a private house gig for locals that evening.

On Friday, July 15, she had breakfast at the Andamooka Yacht Club before being interviewed by Ross Wilson on RoxFM. Lumsden was in the area as part of her Un-

der Our Hills Hoist tour, which involves gigs in lounge rooms across Australia. It is hoped she will return to Andamooka for her country halls tour next year.

Her recently released debut album Small Town Big Shot came in at number six on the Country ARIA Chart and both of its singles, including Land of Gold, reached number one on the Country Music Channel.

For more information, visit the website: www.fannylumsden.net

Arid Recovery held a ‘thank you’ night for its volunteers and supporters last Friday night.

Attendees enjoyed a night around the fire and a barbecue dinner.

Samantha Muller and Dara Toms.

Kristen and Hannah Dwyer.

Ashley and Jess Curtis at the Melbourne Cup civic reception earlier this month.

Matthew Kinnaird, Hannah Wurfel and Emma Cochrane.

Chris Barry, Georgia Boylan, Claire Meatheringham and Denise Boylan.

Dearne Masson, Kaye Doyle and Fiona Pillar.

Alina and Dan Cojocea with Dalene Vosser and Wilma van der Lith.

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Bev Zeptner and Ross Orr.

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Touch footy set to make its Roxby return WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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ouch football is returning to Roxby Downs after two years off.

It is expected that the recent rise in local enthusiasm for rugby will draw more people to a similar sport.

The competition is being run by roxbylink and kicks off on Thursday, August 4. It is open to everyone over the age of 14 years.

Each side needs six players on the field and must always include two girls.

“It is a social event, like mixed net-

ball on a Wednesday night, where whoever wants to play can come out for a run and there is a little final at the end,” said roxbylink’s Hannah Wurfel.

“If you don’t know how to play you can still learn as you go. It is pretty easy to pick up.”

Competition organisers are also looking for umpires to assist on game night, with payments of $70 available to those who are willing to help out.

Anyone interested in putting in a team or helping out as an umpire is asked to contact Hannah Wurfel via email (hannah.wurfel@roxbylink.com. au).

Roxby Downs Darts League mixed comp presentations

Spotless’s Matt Gersch (centre) with Roxby Downs 2 team members Troy Giddens, Jill Saler and Liza (with Alyce) and Andrew Williamson. Roxby Downs 2 were the runners-up in the first-ever RDDL Mixed League Competition. PHOTOS: Supplied

Andrew Williamson was among those awarded for scoring a 180 during the competition.

Wi Pitau was awarded for scoring a 180 during the RDDL Mixed League Competition.

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Gersch (centre) presents the wooden spoon award to Andamooka team members Luke Jarred, Kristie Jackson, Trish Curnrow and Cody.

Angie Unger (left) receiving her medallion for most female peg outs.

Mick Coombs collected awards for the most male pegs and for scoring a 180.

Gersch (centre) with the winners of the Mixed League, NDDA 1: Tiarah Coombs, Jessica Leecroft, Mathew Thomson (who also took out the men’s highest peg award) and Mick Coombs.

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Event organisers Liza Williamson (RDDL secretary) and Evelyn Hill (RDDL fundraising and catering co-ordinator) received flowers to thank them for their hard work.

Cathy Kocjancic was the winner of the highest peg out for the weekend with 96 in two darts.

She is pictured here receiving her raffle prize (donated by the local community).

Kym Unger (NDDA) was another player awarded for scoring a 180 during the recent competition.

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Inaugural awards night wraps up season

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he Roxby Downs Volle yball A s s o c i a t i o n ( R D VA ) h e l d it s inaug ural end-of-sea son presentation night at the Olympic Dam Sporting Club on Saturday.

Gareth Bryant and Brooke Essex were the top award winners, taking out the A grade male and female Most Valuable Player awards respectively.

Essex, along with Randell Howse, was also named best on court for her side’s win in the grand final.

Adam Barnes and Kelly Quinn took out the MVP awards in the B grade, while Sam Fishlock and Wade Ball were named best on ground for the B grade grand final, which

was won by Scared Hitless.

RDVA president Simon Parker said all the award winners were thoroughly deserving and the presentation night was a perfect way to recognise these achievements and cap off the season.

“Sometimes there has been a bit of a trend where the same people win the awards, but this year we had some new ones,” he said.

“It was good to see others stepping up and playing some good volleyball.”

Parker was also recognised for his commitment to the RDVA when he received a service award for eight years as president of the association.

He said it had been a positive season with normal numbers taking part in the com-

petition and maintaining the same level of competitiveness.

While the association’s trip to Port Lincoln to compete at a local tournament in March was unsuccessful, Parker said it gave them the chance to ‘blood’ some youth, with three players taking part in their first tournament.

Parker said his attention was now already focused on next season, which is due to commence in just two weeks.

He added that the RDVA would be entering a men’s and women’s team for the Port Augusta tournament on the October long weekend.

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Locals lead in state MX titles WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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ocal riders Trent Smits and Taj Gow-Smith hold leads in their respective classes following round three of the South Australian Motocross (SAMX) Championship in Port Augusta on the weekend.

Gareth Bryant took out the Roxby Downs Volleyball Association A grade Most Valuable Player award. PHOTOS: Patrick Glover

Mel Ferry won the A grade female runner-up MVP award at last Saturday’s end-of-season presentations.

Brooke Essex was named A grade female MVP and best on court in the grand final.

Wade Ball was named the B grade runner-up male MVP and best on court for the grand final.

Kelly Quinn was named the B grade female MVP.

Taj again impressed with wins in all six of his races across the 65cc (10 to under 12 years) and 85cc (nine to under 12) categories.

This gives him a 36-point and 24-point lead in the classes respectively as he heads into the final round in a few weeks’ time.

Smits collected two second places in the Motocross 1 Clubman class to sit four points clear of second.

Zac Bradbery is also well positioned to finish on the podium after the final round. He is currently sitting second in the Motocross 2 Intermediate class after a second and a third on the weekend.

Roxby Desert Motocross Club president Clint Gow-Smith said he was thrilled to see the local riders doing so well and being in such a good position in the state titles.

“We didn’t expect this at all,” he told The Monitor.

“We knew Zac and Taj were going to be around the mark, with Zac having won a junior title in his class last year and Taj’s strong performaces.

“Trent was unlucky last year, he missed a few races, but he has put in this year and really improved.

“Zac is still in with a chance, and hopefully we can get Taj and Trent through the next round with similar results and they can bring home a few state titles, which would be pretty cool.”

Andrew Swanson and Ben Dixon were two other local riders who competed in the SAMX Championship’s senior and junior divisions respectively on the weekend.

Swanson finished eighth and 10th in the Veterans A category to leave him in ninth overall, 76 points off the leader and just 31 off a podium finish.

Dixon competed in the 65cc (seven to nine years) category and finished in eighth, seventh and sixth to have him sitting in 14th place overall.

Gow-Smith said it was a positive to see all the boys doing so well and all improving at each event.

“It was a pretty good round, with all the boys recording some of their best results,” he said.

“All five boys improved this weekend or stayed consistent and overall that showed, with all the boys improving and Taj and Trent holding onto their leads.”

The fourth and final round of the SAMX Championship for both the senior and junior divisions will be held at Murray Bridge on August 13-14.

VOLLEYBALL AWARD WINNERS 2016 A GRADE Male MVP: Gareth Bryant Male runner-up MVP: Chris Deugarde Female MVP: Brooke Essex Female runner-up MVP: Mel Ferry Grand final best on court: Brooke Essex and Randell Howse

B GRADE Male MVP: Adam Barnes Male runner-up MVP: Wade Ball Female MVP: Kelly Quinn Joint female runner-up MVP: Laura McBride and Krystelle Berry Grand final best on court: Sam Fishlock and Wade Ball Laura McBride was a joint runner-up for the female B grade MVP award.

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Simon Parker (with Max) received an award for eight years of service as the RDVA president.

SERVICE AWARD RDVA president Simon Parker

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Roxby Downs Netball Association PREMIERSHIP TABLE A GRADE Miners Olympic Dam Hornridge East Roxby B GRADE Miners Olympic Dam Hornridge East Roxby C GRADE OD Green Hornridge Pink Miners Hornridge Black OD Yellow East Roxby

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GA

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10 10 10 10

10 6 3 1

0 0 0 0

0 4 7 9

650 430 325 253

275 375 20 236.36 400 30 12 107.5 493 -168 6 65.923 490 -237 2 51.633

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10 5 4 0

0 1 1 0

0 4 5 10

506 428 356 223

283 223 20 178.8 364 64 11 117.58 341 15 9 104.4 525 -302 0 42.476

7 6 0 1 328 214 114 7 5 0 2 317 249 68 7 4 0 3 255 222 33 7 3 0 4 299 293 6 7 2 1 4 201 312 -111 7 0 1 6 184 294 -110

12 10 8 6 5 1

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153.27 127.31 114.86 102.05 64.423 62.585

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More awards for local rugby players

Around the grounds

PHOTOS: Patrick Glover

WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

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he Olympic Dam Barbarians (ODB) were again rewarded for their stand-out season, with three players taking honours at the Spencer Gulf Rugby League awards night on the weekend.

Nikaiya Graham was the big winner from the night, taking home the award for best forward, player’s player and most tries.

This follows on from his best on ground award from the grand final and the ODB Player’s Player award recently.

Jacob Coles followed up his Top Points Scorer award at the ODB presentation night earlier this month with the same award for the SGRL, along with a trophy for the most goals scored.

Wi Pitau was recognised as one of four Club League Persons of the Year.

Meanwhile the Barbarians will take to the field for the first time since their grand final win this Saturday.

They will take on the Riverland Roos – kicking off from 2pm – at Barmera as part of their endof-season trip.

Roxby Downs Golf Club Open Championship winners Chad Oldfield (C grade), Don Shields (B grade), Daniel Law (A grade), Michael Dillon (Junior) and Anne Gray (Ladies).

LEFT: Damien Condon attempts to sink a putt on Saturday. PHOTO: Supplied

Roxby Downs Golf Association Open Championship Australian Supply Group Saturday, July 23, 2016 NAME 2016 OPEN CHAMPION WINNER DANIEL LAW B GRADE CHAMPION WINNER DON SHIELDS C GRADE CHAMPION WINNER CHAD OLDFIELD LADIES CHAMPION WINNER ANNE GRAY JUNIOR CHAMPION WINNER MICHAEL DILLON A GRADE NETT WINNER ROBIN PASSMORE B GRADE NETT WINNER IAN GRILLET C GRADE NETT WINNER JEFF CHILTON LADIES NETT WINNER MEL CONDON A GRADE STROKE R/UP SEB GRIGGS B GRADE STROKE R/UP PETE DAVIES C GRADE STROKE R/UP SCOTT PRIOR LADIES STROKE R/UP FIONA BILNEY A GRADE NETT R/UP ROBERT CHARMAN B GRADE NETT R/UP TONY RICHTER C GRADE NETT R/UP BEN HAINES LADIES NETT R/UP KATE MCDONALD BEST NETT SAT A GRADE ROBIN PASSMORE BEST NETT SAT B GRADE BARRY DADLEH BEST NETT SAT C GRADE SCOTT PRIOR BEST NETT SUN A GRADE ROBIN PASSMORE BEST NETT SUN B GRADE TONY RICHTER BEST NETT SUN C GRADE MARK BEENHAM PROGRESSIVE LD MARK BEENHAM PROGRESSIVE NTP NIC JARMAN NOVELTY SAT A LD DANIEL LAW NOVELTY SAT B LD ROBERT GRAY NOVELTY SAT C LD BEN HAINES NOVELTY SAT A NTP GLEN MUNGUR NOVELTY SAT B NTP RENE AYALA NOVELTY SAT C NTP BEN HAINES NOVELTY SUN A LD DANIEL LAW NOVELTY SUN B LD LUKE BRIND NOVELTY SUN C LD SCOOTER NOVELTY SUN L LD KATE MCDONALD NOVELTY SUN J LD MICHAEL DILLON NOVELTY SUN A NTP SEB GRIGGS NOVELTY SUN B NTP TONY FORREST NOVELTY SUN C NTP NIL NOVELTY SUN L NTP ANNE GRAY NOVELTY SUN J NTP MICHAEL DILLON

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SCORE 155 179 203 117 158 142 145 150 78 157 183 204 118 155 150 165 81 69 71 67 73 72 70

Steve Borrett made the trip from Coober Pedy to take part in the Roxby Downs Open Championship on the weekend.

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David Pattenden chips this ball to the green.

Lachlan works on his chipping skills at last week’s junior golf clinic.

Gaby was among the attendees of a Roxby Downs Golf Club clinic for junior players last week.

Maia taking her turn during the junior golf clinic.

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Footy finishing order set

WRITTEN BY ROSS WILSON

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s the Far North Football League for 2016 meanders into the finals series in a couple of weeks, the finishing order of the ladder is set in stone with only three rounds to play.

At this stage there are only two realistic premiership hopes – Roxby Districts and East Roxby.

Unfortunately both Olympic Dam and Hornridge have been decimated by injury, and Coober Pedy has never been in the hunt this year.

Although stranger things have happened, and the Magpies have somehow found a way, over the past few years, of making it to the grand final.

On Saturday at the town oval the games went as predicted, with the Roxby Districts Miners coasting to an emphatic 48-point win over Hornridge and East Roxby registering a 252-point thrashing of Coober Pedy.

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he Miners led from the start and, despite a Hornridge rally in the middle of the first quarter, were untroubled to win.

By quarter time the Miners led by 17 points and, after a very even second quarter, each side kicking a goal apiece, the margin was a competitive 15 points at the main break.

Having a very functional forward line again stood out in the premiership quarter with the Miners kicking five goals and a further four in the last to see the reigning premiers just too quick and too classy.

The difference between the two teams was the scoring power, with Sean McIvor and Kain Zeptner both chipping in with four goals each, to which the Magpies had no answer.

Both sides were well down on full strength, and while it was an entertaining game it never reached any great heights as a spectacle.

The Miners’ best players were Todd Paull off half back, Ricky Prosser, Callan Haugum, Spencer Crafter-King and McIvor.

Brodie Farnham was brilliant for the Magpies, giving them plenty of drive from the centre, and Ash Baxter was everywhere and kicked three goals. Hornridge’s other best players were John Martin, Levi Rawlins and Ash Webster.

The Miners won 14.10 (94) to Hornridge’s 6.10 (46).

Jake Ford (Roxby Districts) fends off Zac Bradbery (Hornridge) during their round 12 clash on Saturday.

PHOTOS: Patrick Glover

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oober Pedy could only muster 10 players and ‘borrowed’ four players from East Roxby to take the field.

This was a disaster from start to finish, and farcical as East Roxby was able to score at will with little to no resistance.

This is the sixth time the Saints have been beaten by more than 200 points this season, and it has become a weekly ‘score fest’ for opposing teams.

Full marks are owed to Scott McIntyre, who booted 30 goals. He could have probably kicked another 10 had he not missed several set shots or passed off to teammates at other times.

Others picking up goals were Jason Lukich, Troy Mulders and Rob Kraack with three each.

East Roxby ran out the victors by 252 points, 41.19 (265) to 2.1 (13).

The best players for East Roxby were McIntyre, Jason Lukich, who I thought was best on the ground, Andrew Moss, Rhett Sims and Curtley Dadleh.

The Saints were best serviced by their ‘ring ins’ James Beenham, Ben Crawford, Simon Rienstra, Rodney Weetra and Roy Boland.

Far North Football League Saturday, July 23, 2016 A GRADE Roxby Districts 5.1 6.2 10.6 14.10 (94) Hornridge 2.2 3.5 5.6 6.10 (46) Roxby Districts best players: T. Paull, R. Prosser, C. Haugum, S. Crafter-King, S. Mcivor.

Hornridge best players: B. Farnham, J. Martin, A. Baxter, L. Rawlins, A. Webster.

Roxby Districts goal scorers: K. Zeptner, S. McIvor 4, C. Turley, J. Sheppard, C. Haugum, S. Crafter-King, T. Paull, J. Telfer 1.

Hornridge Sporting goal scorers: A. Baxter 3, Z. Bradbery 2, B. Farnham 1.

East Roxby 13.7 22.14 31.17 41.19 (265) Coober Pedy 1.1 1.1 2.1 2.1 (13) East Roxby best players: R. Simms, J. Lukich, C. Dadleh, S. McIntyre, A. Moss.

Coober Pedy best players: J. Beenham, R. Weetra, S. Rienstra, B. Crawford, R. Boland.

East Roxby goal scorers: S. McIntyre 30, J. Lukich, T. Mulders, R. Kraack 3, E. Walker 2.

Coober Pedy goal scorers: R. Weetra, B. Crawford 1.

East Roxby’s Curtley Dadleh runs ahead while teammate Daniel Smith fights off a Coober Pedy opponent.

PREMIERSHIP TABLE Roxby Districts East Roxby Hornridge Olympic Dam Coober Pedy

P 5 4 5 5 5

W 5 3 2 1 1

L 0 1 3 4 4

D 0 0 0 0 0

F 717 392 291 214 219

A 113 163 344 536 677

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

TOP 11 GOAL KICKERS Ricky Prosser reaches out to take a mark while his Miners teammate Josh Sheppard backs him up.

Russell Moroney prepares to get a kick away for Hornridge.

Brodie Daddow (East Roxby) handballs a pass.

FOOTBALLER OF THE Hard-fought game.

Missed opportunities.

Ashley Baxter

Year

VOTES T. Paull T. Cribb K. Zeptner

BYE

N/A

N/A

Footballer of the Year Leaderboard after Round 12 Not Supplied.

Roxby Downs Junior Football League Bulldogs 15.8 (98) Hawks 6.2 (38) Bulldogs best players: B. Caden, B. Chamberlain, R. D’Arrigo, G. Haika, M. Steer.

Hawks best players: B. Ryan, S. Lockwood, J. Jones, A. Hewett, C. Hales.

Bulldogs goal scorers: B. Caden 5, B. Chamberlain 3, L. Herring, L. Geraghty, C. Hales, M. Masters, D. Gates, C. Kemenyvary, O. Mulady 1.

Hawks goal scorers: B. Ryan 3, S. Lockwood 2, Z. Noble 1.

Not Supplied.

A. Baxter L. Rawlins J. Martin

Club This round Total East Roxby 30 76 Roxby Districts 0 35 Olympic Dam 0 29 Roxby Districts 1 29 Hornridge 0 27 Roxby Districts 4 24 Hornridge 3 20 East Roxby 0 13 Roxby Districts 0 13 Olympic Dam 0 12 Roxby Districts 4 12

Friday, July 22, 2016 Senior Colts

Results from FNFL Round 12

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Name Scott McIntyre Ricky Prosser Scott Montgomerie Todd Paull Joel Harman Kain Zeptner Ashley Baxter Rhett Simms Luke Godfrey Michael Shaw Sean McIvor

NAME

CLUB

VOTES

1

T. Cribb

Miners

12

2

A. Baxter

Hornridge

10

Tyron Cribb

3

M. Shaw

OD

9

4

R. Simms

East Roxby

8

Roxby Districts

CURRENT LEADER

Saturday, July 23, 2016 Junior Colts Bulldogs 7.0 (42) Hawks 5.0 (30) Bulldogs best players: M. Boehm, A. Musolino, T. Takaidza, G. Steer, D. Jose.

Hawks best players: M. D’Arrigo, J. Grillett, J. Johnson, L. Vugts, J. Giles.

Bulldogs goal scorers: D. Jose, M. Boehm, A. Musolino 2, B. Hewett 1.

Hawks goal scorers: C. Musolino 2, D. Carstairs, F. Giles, J. Johnson 1.

under 9s

Game not scored Hawks best players: K. Eli, F. Giles, L. MacLeod, C. O’Donoghue, C. Sanders.

Bulldogs best players: C. Musolino, L. Vardy, D. Rynne, D. Smith, H. Freemantle

Great club effort to get the job done.

Ricky Prosser

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Volleyballers spike another season

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he A Team (pictured) kickstarted what was a busy weekend for the Roxby Downs Volleyball Association by defeating the Benders, 3-2, in the A grade grand final last Thursday.

The Association also held an inaugural end-of-season presentation night at the Olympic Dam Sporting Club on Saturday.

For further details, including a list of award winners, see PAGE 17.

ICE AGE: COLLISION COURSE

SAT 30th July | 3:30pm

Duration: 1 hour 58 minutes Rating: G

FINDING DORY

Duration: 1 hour 46 minutes Rating: G

FRI 29th July | 3:30pm SAT 30th July | 10am SUN 31st July | 12:30pm

INDEPENDENCE DAY: RESURGENCE

THURS 28th July | 3:30pm FRI 29th July | 6pm SAT 30th July | 6pm TUES 2nd August | 6pm

Duration: 2 hours Rating: M

THE BFG

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THURS 28th July | 6pm SAT 30th July | 12:30pm SUN 31st July | 10am TUES 2nd August | 3:30pm

‘The Red Cross Letters’ ‘From Our Private Collections’ Gallery Now Showing.

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