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bout 30 locals took the chance to voice their opinions on the recommendations released by the Roxby Council Governance Review Committee at a public consultation session last Thursday. The two-page summary of the draft’s recommendations outlined short, medium and longterm solutions for the governing structure in Roxby Downs. Locals raised concerns around the absolute authority held by previous administrators and whether that would continue, the current lack of transparency and the proposed changes and how easy it would be to implement them. Review Committee chairperson David Powell said there was further feedback given by attendees that was irrelevant to what the consultation aimed to achieve. Heated discussions were held about rates along with struggling businesses and what the council was doing to help them. “It was a good meeting and we were pleased with the number of people that attended,” said Mr Powell. “The kind of comments we received from people we will now use along with the written comments. “However, some of the comments weren’t to do with or related to what we were looking at with the governance structure.” Mr Powell, along with other members of the Review Committee, made the trip to Roxby Downs for the consultation. They discussed in length their recommendations and took questions from the attendees. One attendee said he believed the previous administrator had too much power. “It was disgusting, people, the absolute power the administrator had with no punishment,” he said. “The system, there are no checks and balances, so what can we do as a community to have an actual effect?” Committee members said they had mentioned to Bill Boehm during his time as administrator that “he was wearing too many hats” and this is why the review was being conducted. Another member of the public said he was disappointed that the news about a governance review had taken so long to come to light despite being started in February. He said it was only revealed after Mr Boehm resigned a few months later. CONTINUED PAGE 5

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he Roxby Downs Netball Association (RDNA) celebrated 10 years since its inception during its annual senior award presentations on the weekend. Hornridge Sporting Club hosted the well-attended event at the Roxby

Downs Racecourse on Saturday night. For the A grade competition, Roxby Miners netballer Joice Takaidza won the Best and Fairest award, followed by runner-up Rachel Winterfield (East Roxby). Millie Clarke (Hornridge) received a Rising Star award for being the best A grade player aged under 21 years. CONTINUED PAGE 17

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team of locals were among the 97 riders who took part in the 2016 Apex Outback Postie Bike Ride last week.

The event, which is this year celebrating its 10th anniversary, was raising money for Copper Coast Retreats. It was originally thought up by ‘Kippo’ and Aaron Laister while sharing a drink at the Blinman Hotel. The inaugural event had only seven riders and has grown over the years, with about 40 to 50 extra people volunteering as organisers, support riders, vehicle drivers and medical assistance team members. Apex Australia has built three holiday homes in the North Beach Tourist Park, Wallaroo, known as the Copper Coast Retreats. They are available through the Cancer Council for hire one week at a time. Apex is about to build a fourth home to support the individuals and families in need of this service. This year’s Postie Bike Ride f undraising tally exce e de d $125,000, with a total of $732,918 raised over the past 10 years. The top 10 fundraisers this year all raised more than $2000 and included the Roxby-based participants, who donated more than $3000. “You cannot find a better group of great blokes with bloody big hearts,” said Mr Laister. Another 2016 Postie Bike Ride participant, who gave his name as ‘Moose’, said most of the riders – just like most Australians – had been affected by cancer either directly or indirectly. “Cancer not only affects you but it affects your wife, your children, friends, family and workmates,” he said. “It’s a sickness that is relentless, and over 25 people are diagnosed with cancer in Australia every day.” This year’s Postie Bike Ride followed the first original track from Port Augusta and through Blinman to Angorichina, where riders stayed the first night, and through

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Rawnsley Park to Leigh Creek on the second day. From there they travelled through Mulgaria and the Borefield Road to arrive at Roxby Downs. The last day the riders took off from the Roxby Downs Tavern at 9am to trek through Yellow Rock and ride up the power line road to Port Augusta where the ride was completed. With 250km travelled each day, the annual ride covers more than 1000km of outback roads. Some riders were a little worse for wear and the postie bikes definitely showed that even though they are not built for any of that terrain they are back in some sort of condition. About 90 per cent of the riders are keen to come back next year and do it all again. Each year sees about 25 new riders come on board. Mr Laister has ridden nine of the past 10, while all of the other Roxby riders have done at least two years. They are all keen to keep coming back every year – not only for the hilarious shenanigans but the community spirit and the overall atmosphere that the event has created. The Postie Bike Rides helps establish life-long friendships and the memories that riders create are among those that they will never forget. Challenges during this year’s ride included rain and hail, sunburn, rocks and ruts that postie

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Smaller race crowd attracts larger proﬁt

he Roxby Downs and Districts Racing Club recorded a profit from the Outback Cup on Saturday, August 6, despite crowd numbers being down from last year’s event.

A final figure is yet to be released on exactly how much the club raised but the bars alone took $41,000 from the 1580 people in attendance. “What we did was very very good,” said Racing Club secretary Ross Wilson. “With the six-week lead-up everyone worked together to get things done on time. “It was a great effort by the committee to bring the racing club and the race meet together.” Racing Club president Mike French told The Monitor he was “rapt”

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The station’s coverage of the Far North Football League 2016 season saw it take home the award for best sports coverage, while its Roxby Downs Veterinary Clinic promotion was the runner-up in the best sponsorship message category. “I was actually very proud of winning the sports coverage award, I actually thought Life FM were going to win it,” said RoxFM station manager Ross Wilson. “I was also really stoked to win runner-up in the best sponsorship message because all we have is a microphone at the front desk and we were competing against stations with $50,000 production studios.” This was the radio station’s second runner-up award in the best sponsorship message category in as many years, and Mr

Wilson said the secret to success was simple. “I just do what comes to me, and what I think would sound good on the radio,” he said. “All the ads that we air are pretty creative.” Mr Wilson said his calls of the 2016 FNFL games, his third season, had been well received with many locals providing positive feedback and asking for snippets of broadcasts. He said FNFL president Henry Andryszczak had been “absolutely rapt” with RoxFM’s coverage in 2016 having had to listen every week from his home in Adelaide. Mr Wilson has had to do a number of the calls alone this season which he said was different to most other country towns he had worked at where he was usually “knocking back commentators with a stick”. Tyler Simms and Ben Hampel, co-hosts of RoxFM’s The Scoreboard, stepped in at times throughout the season but Mr Wilson said he needed more volunteers. He said whether it be an in-

he said. “There were a few things people did in the crowd, so we need to look at how we get more people to do the things they are supposed to do and nothing else.” Mr Wilson said better promotion of the event was something else that needed to be looked at for the 2017 meet. But he said the newlook committee would be better for the experience from this year and would be able to learn from their mistakes for the 2017 meet. Mr French said the committee would also be having a meeting with Thoroughbred Racing South Australia in the hope of increasing prize money and trainer payments for entering horses next year to attract bigger fields. BY PATRICK GLOVER

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42-year-old man was reported for trafficking cannabis after being found with 500g of the drug during a random traffic stop in Roxby Downs recently.

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with his committee for stepping up in his absence when he fell ill just six weeks out from the event. The committee held a debrief meeting recently at which they talked about what worked well and things they could improve on. Mr Wilson said the web and Facebook pages had worked well in the lead-up to the event, along with the pop-up stall in Roxby Central. He said all the trainers, book keepers, stewards and jockeys had given the event “full marks” but there were still a few issues that needed to be ironed out before next year’s Roxby Downs Races. “There are a few things that we need to sort out like how fashions on the field and trophy presentations can co-exist,”

jured player or even a retired player looking to give back to the game or community anyone was welcome. “Locals have the chance to be a part of a now award-winning show and who knows they might even do well enough to win their own award,” he said. “It is good fun.” While football commentators are high on Mr Wilson’s priority list for next season, he said volunteers for all shows were required. “One of the benefits of being a part of the radio station is the satisfaction you get from being a part of the community,” he said. “It also gives people the opportunity to get out and have fun.” He said the station had some exciting times ahead with a number of outdoor broadcasts scheduled for the coming months including the Roxby Downs Netball Association grand finals this Friday. To become a member at RoxFM or to start up your own show, phone Ross Wilson on 8671 2545.

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Science Hub launch this Saturday WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

Science for Saving Species event will mark the official launch of the Far North Science Hub at the Arid Recovery Reserve this Saturday. This is to be the new hub’s first event after Arid Recovery recently received a $17,000 grant from Inspire SA to use over the next three years. Arid Recovery general manager Katherine Tuft said it was a “really

good opportunity” for the region and she was looking forward to the weekend. “Our goal is to make people aware how much science is used, not just in conservation management, but in our daily lives, (while) also allowing young children to come and give science a try,” she said. “September 3 and 4 will be the hub’s first event and will give people the opportunity to be a scientist for the afternoon.” Thermal cameras, time lapse photography workshops with Travis Hague and animal trapping will all

be part of the activities on offer on Saturday. A barbecue dinner around a fire will be held in the evening before guests are invited to camp out at the reserve for the night. Sunday will consist of breakfast followed by animal tracking. The event will begin at 3pm on Saturday with free entry, however bookings are essential. To book your place, contact Arid Recovery (on 8971 2402 or email admin@aridrecovery.org.au). Meanwhile scientists from Australia’s largest species discovery

program, Bush Blitz, are holding a community event at the reserve this Sunday from 10.30am to 12.30pm. It will include a chance for attendees to help the scientists search for new species and make other biological discoveries. “It will be a great oppotunity to meet scientists from SA Museum and Herbarium, as well as (the) Flinders and Adelaide universities,” said Bush Blitz manager Jo Harding. “We particularly encourage families to come and join in the fun, as we will be holding activities for

young and old alike, including being part of a ‘mini beast hunt’ using real field techniques and an opportunity to make your own mini native ‘bee hotel’ to take home.” Bush Blitz is a unique, multimillion-dollar partnership between the Federal Government through Parks Australia and the Australian Biological Resources Study, BHP Billiton Sustainable Communities and Earthwatch Australia to document plants and animals across Australia. For more information, visit: www. bushblitz.org.au

Arid Recovery general manager Katherine Tuft with a bettong during trapping last week. PHOTOS: Patrick Glover

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A bettong caught in one of the traps.

In addition to the bettongs, a bilby, stick nest rat and three western barred bandicoots were found in the traps throughout the week. With a number of projects involving the bettongs coming up, Ms Tuft said having an idea of the number was helpful. A release of bettongs into the

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A plains mouse was found on the reserve last Wednesday morning.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The attendee also raised concerns of the possible earnings of the new administrators and a chief executive officer if the recommendations were to go ahead. Mr Powell said a number of options had been considered during the recommendation process, but the ones presented were what they considered to be the most appropriate. He said the short, medium and long-term solutions were created to walk through the process in “baby steps” to make sure everything was

implemented correctly and without confusion. A final report, including community feedback and comment, will be completed within a week and will be presented to acting Roxby Council administrator Geoff Whitbread. From there Mr Whitbread will review the document before passing it on to BHP Billiton, the SA Ombudsman, Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy Tom Koutsantonis and Minister for Local Government Geoff Brock. It will then be up to the State Gov-

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ernment to sit down with BHP Billiton to consider the report and discuss what they want to implement. With things progressing at the rate they are, Mr Powell said the changes outlined in the recommendations could begin to take place as early as Christmas time or the beginning of next year. “Bill (Boehm) implemented the review in February and has now left which does, with the timing, allow the opportunity for something to happen quickly, which is a positive,” he said. “I think it will help escalate the process.” www.themonitor.com.au

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That is all true, but there is a lot more to this story than has been reported. In March last year I had reason to phone the chairman of the Arabana council. A friend of mine, Brenton Hicks, and I had a project where we were attempting to walk across all of the large SA salt lakes, raising money for endangered bird recovery groups. The reason for the call was to get Arabana permission to cross Lake Eyre, and the reaction to this proposal was very positive. Recently there had been an announcement of a government grant for the Marree Man to be re-instated, and when I enquired about this, I was informed that the grant had been withdrawn. So I said to the chairman: “How would you feel if myself and a couple of mates offered to make the Marree man

ota LandCruisers) and following the original – that is, until we noticed intermittent lines of greying canes (used to support seedlings in tubes). This is all that made the job possible in the 45-degree heat of that day. We took it in turns walking, marking the form, and riding in the vehicles, and by around 4pm, we had managed to put two sets of wheel tracks around about three quarters of the 4.2m-high ‘man’. When the job was to be carried out, we intended using a grader and ripping the outside periphery. In this we would plant old man saltbush, and the Arabana had agreed to water them from a nearby artesian bore for the first 12 months. My idea regarding the night parrot was to rip that at 20m intervals, planting four local acacias and ruby saltbush in the rips, and watering them until established. It does not require much imagination to visualise the result after a few years, particularly from the air as well as from the plateau. I envisaged it as ongoing publicity for our endangered birds. The green and yellow mix of the vegetation would very closely

approximate the plumage of the night parrot. We were met by the publican, and some of the Arabana had a couple of celebratory beers on the plateau before returning to Marree for dinner at the pub. This was just before Easter, and before leaving for Port Augusta, the chairman had reminded me to keep in touch, saying he had a couple of loose ends to tie up before we could go ahead with the project. After Easter, I tried repeatedly to contact the chairman, but was totally ignored. Finally, at the end of the week, he rang me saying exactly this: “Rex, if you keep trying to contact me at my workplace I will instruct the police to serve a restraining order on you. Contact my lawyer.” Well, I thought you had to belt someone up repeatedly to get served with one of those! So I drove down to Adelaide and had a meeting with their lawyer. He was not much use and could give no reason for this sudden change of attitude. So, risking a restraining order, I sent a last email to the chairman, stating that if they changed their mind, we were still prepared to go ahead.

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There was no activity until the Advertiser to th article recently, with photos of the Marree publican sitting astride the grader, pointing the way forward, stating: “We didn’t get any Government permission, we just went and did it!” There was no mention of our earlier initiative and work. I am not aware of what went on behind the scenes, and may never know, but I reckon inflated egos had a fair bit to do with it. All I would say is that I am a great believer in giving credit where credit is due, and that has not happened here. Although I regret that the night parrot did not get a guernsey, I am very pleased that the revived Marree Man is a reality. It can only be a welcome boost to outback tourism in good old ‘South Oz’. My ‘Outback Books’ are available for sale (visit www.safarico. com.au or phone 8543 2280). Previous ‘Campfires and Crows’ columns are on the website.

reappear at our own cost?” He replied: “Would you do that, Rex?” I said: “Yes, we would.” As a result of this conversation, several days later myself, David Thamm and Andrew Butler from Burra and Len Cooper from Jamestown were attending a meeting with the Arabana people and their lawyer at the Marree Hotel. I outlined our proposal, and how the re-instatement would benefit all and sundry. I also proposed that at the same time we graded the form of a night parrot in appropriate scale at the foot of the Marree Man. Most seemed agreeable to this. Several hours later, we were escorted out to the site where we set up camp, and several of the Arabana people returned to Marree and Finniss Springs. We could see the remains of the 19-year-old original, and it appeared as if it had been inscribed using a set of harrows towed behind a tractor. The original ‘artist’ has never been revealed. The next morning, after some difficulty, by using a computer, the ‘head’ was located, but we were having trouble putting our wheel tracks on (we had two Toy-

n mid-August 2016 the ‘Marree Man’ reappeared on the stony plateau overlooking Lake Eyre South, supposedly organised and carried out by the Marree publican and other locals, with the ‘blessing’ of the Arabana people who have title to the land.

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Community Calendar SEPTEMBER 1st - World Food and Music Festival Community Exhibition launch, roxbylink art gallery, 6pm. 2nd - Roxby Downs Netball Association grand finals. B grade game at 6.30pm, C grade at 7.15pm, A grade at 8.15pm. 3rd - Roxby Downs Junior Football Association grand finals. Under 9s at 9.30am, under 12s at 11am, under 15s at 12.30pm. 3rd - Far North Football League grand final, town oval, 2pm. 4th - RDJFA award presentations, RDAS Hall, 12 noon. 4th - Science Hub launch at Arid Recovery Reserve, 3pm. 5th - Sports Nutrition

Seminar, Community Youth Centre, 7pm. $10 per person. Ph: 0428 723 780. 11th - Roxby Downs Desert Dash. 3km, 5km and 10km fun run. More details TBC. 15th - Rexel Trade Show, roxbylink auditorium, 4pm. 17th - Roxby Market Day, 9am to 12 noon. 17th - Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club night meet. Includes 20-lap Patrons Cup. 19th - Special screening of Embrace at the roxbylink cinema, 7.30pm. 24th - World Food and Music Festival, Richardson Place, Roxby Downs.

OCTOBER 15th - Roxby Market Day, 9am to 12 noon.

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Thousands raised for Prause family WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

oney raised for cancer patient Emily Prause and her family is expected to have reached about $11,000 following a Mini Market held in the Roxby Traders Mitre 10 car park on Saturday. Organisers Deb Price and Marie Darling said it had been a busy day with many locals attending to check out the market. The event included a jumping castle and stalls set up by the Olympic Dam Barbarians Rugby League Club and Roxby Downs Riding Club. Stallholders had to pay to be at the market, with some also donating part of their proceeds to the cause. “It was about supporting the community and helping people get their name out there as well,” said Mrs Price. Various donated items were available for sale at other stalls, while local Steven Barlow ran a card making workshop to help promote his new handmade cards business, Piece by Peace. Mrs Darling said Mrs Prause had been “blown away” by the community’s support since the launch of a social media cam-

paign to raise awareness about her cancer battle. Mrs Prause was recently diagnosed with stage four colon cancer and has undergone surgery plus chemotherapy to treat the disease. “The community support’s been fantastic,” said Mrs Darling. Mrs Price said a bank account set up for the family already had about $5000 before the weekend, and the Andamooka CWA Opportunity Shop would be adding a donation of $5000 to this. She told The Monitor on Monday that the amount raised from the Mini Market was yet to be determined but would likely help the fundraising tally reach $11,000. Local efforts have included ‘lucky squares’ offering two return flights to Adelaide, courtesy of Alliance Airlines. Also Cath Denholm from Desert Scents donated 10 per cent of the proceeds from the Roxby Market Day stall she ran earlier this month. “A lot of other community businesses have donated things as well,” said Mrs Darling. It is understood Mrs Prause plans on putting the funds raised for her towards a family trip as a way of spending quality time together and to take their minds off the challenges ahead.

LEFT: Mini Market event organisers Deb Price and Marie Darling at the Mini Market held in the Roxby Traders Mitre 10 car park on Saturday. PHOTO: Ryneisha Bollard

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Film screening targets body image issues WRITTEN BY RYNEISHA BOLLARD

ocal Kellie Thomson has organised a special screening of a recently released documentary about body image issues at the roxbylink cinema next month.

Embrace filmmaker Taryn Brumfitt sparked controversy when she posted a ‘before’ and ‘after’ photograph online to demonstrate her transformation from a bodybuilder to being happy with a fuller figure. The film is about Brumfitt’s journey to uncover why poor body image has become a global epidemic. “I think the message of the film has and will resonate with a lot of women and men,” said Mrs Thomson. “I felt that it was a film that every person, no matter their location, should be given the opportunity to see. “I checked with roxbylink to see if it would be screened up here, and when I found out it wouldn’t be I started looking into options to get it up here, even if for just one screening.” Mrs Thomson said the response to her social media campaign to gain local support for the screening had been “incredible”. “There are a lot of people really keen to see this film,” she said.

Mrs Thomson said she had been concerned about being able to sell the 42 tickets needed for the event to go ahead, but it has already sold out with weeks to spare. She said she hoped the screening would help locals accept their bodies the way they are. “I also hope that other people become more accepting of other people’s bodies and that everyone just quits judging other people and themselves harshly,” she said. “I think naturally the film will have more of an affinity and appeal towards women… (but) I think it’s really important for men to see it too as the themes are definitely transferable across genders.” Mrs Thomson said she wanted to thank everyone who had gotten behind the event and would be seeing the film. She said $5 from every ticket sold would be donated to The Butterfly Foundation – a charity providing support for Australians experiencing eating disorders. The Embrace screening will be held on Monday, September 19, at 7.30pm. For more information about the film and Brumfitt’s body image movement, visit: http://bodyimagemovement.com/ embrace-the-documentary. Anyone interested in hosting another screening of the film should visit: www. fan-force.com

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Chamber CEO to step down

outh Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) chief executive officer Jason Kuchel will step down from his role at the end of November.

Mr Kuchel has been in the position for nearly 10 years and has seen many changes within the resources sector during this time. He has worked throughout this period to enhance SACOME as the peak resources industry body and maintain its relevance to members, key stakeholders and the community. In the early years of his tenure, Jason was responsible for building up SACOME after a depressed period in the sector. He significantly expanded the membership base by attracting many service companies to SACOME and recognising their important role as industry partners to the resources sector. Mr Kuchel has also played an important part in supporting exploration in South Australia through direct advocacy for the Exploration Development Incentive and the South Australian Government PACE program. His push for greater opportunity and initiatives were a key part in influencing the set-up of the SA Nuclear Royal Commission initiative. “Jason has been an active promoter of the mining, oil and gas and resources service sectors in South

Australia,” said SACOME president Terry Burgess. “His focus on policy and advocacy has held him in good stead with members, regulators, government and the community.” “The focus on community is reflected in many of the very successful SACOME functions and initiatives, and also the new Resourcing SA Journal, which Jason and the SACOME Directors developed in 2015. “In addition, he has actively supported the development of the Women in Resources SA committee and its incorporation into SACOME, and partnered with Global Maintenance Upper Spencer Gulf to hold the largest annual conference in rural South Australia. “The Dirt TV program whereby high school students are encouraged to make films on the uses and benefits of mining and oil and gas is a prime example of an excellent initiative under Jason’s leadership. “Jason leaves SACOME in a strong financial position with an experienced and very effective team – led by directors Nigel Long, Megan Andrews and John Cocks – who are more than capable of carrying the Chamber through this transition period.” The SACOME Council has commenced a search for a new CEO through Justin Hinora of Henders Consulting. The Council said it appreciated Mr Kuchel’s agreement to make himself available to handover to the new appointee, if necessary early into 2017.

SACOME welcomes new energy reform

he South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) has welcomed the decisions made at a recent COAG Energy Council meeting to move quickly towards urgent reform of national energy systems.

The agreement to expedite the regulatory test for investment into new transmission assets, including the potential South Australia/NSW interconnector, by the end of this year is essential. “This critical piece of infrastructure would finally make the nations’ electricity market a true grid, as opposed to a linear string with SA reliant on a single interconnector and the associated risks to security of supply,” said SACOME chief executive Jason Kuchel. “SACOME also welcomes the decision to form a Gas Market Reform Group to increase transparency in gas markets, encourage greater flexibility of gas supply, better pricing and easier access to transport infrastructure. “We highly commend these gas market reforms, which are the most significant in two decades and reflect the government’s understanding of

the essential role gas will play as a transitional fuel in the move towards lower emissions energy.” SACOME, along with a delegation of industry, met with federal energy minister Josh Frydenberg earlier this month to discuss the current and future impact of escalating electricity prices on South Australian resources operators and developers. “The opportunity to brief Minister Frydenberg on the serious implications for South Australian business and to provide him with the detail on impacts of skyrocketing electricity prices on our members’ activities has proven decisive in obtaining the agreement reached by energy ministers (at the COAG Energy Council meeting)”, Mr Kuchel said. “Reform of the national electricity market and a South Australia/NSW interconnector are essential to reach the root cause of the problem. “However these, together with gas market reform, are longer term solutions. “South Australia must also find an urgent short term answer to enable business activity and industry to continue and ensure investment decisions are not halted.”

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BHP appoints non-executive director

HP Billiton chairman Jac Nasser announced the appointment of Ken MacKenzie to the BHP Billiton Board as an independent non-executive director, effective as of September 22.

From 2005 to 2015, Mr MacKenzie served as the managing director and chief executive officer of Amcor Limited, a global packaging company with operations in more than 40 countries. Mr MacKenzie is currently a senior adviser with McKinsey & Company and serves on the advisory boards of American Securities Capital Partners and Adamantem Capital. Mr Nasser said Mr MacKenzie’s appointment reflected the board’s commitment to a structured and rigorous approach to board succession and planning, having regard to the skills, experience and attributes required to effectively govern the business.

“Ken will be a great addition to the Board of BHP Billiton,” he said. “He will bring extensive global and executive experience, and a deeply strategic approach. “He has a proven track record, having led a successful company in a challenging sector for a decade.” Mr MacKenzie’s appointment to the BHP Billiton Board takes the number of non-executive directors to 11. Mr MacKenzie had a 23-year career with Amcor, gaining extensive experience across all of Amcor’s major business segments in the Americas, Australia, Asia and Europe. During his tenure as chief executive officer of Amcor Limited, Mr MacKenzie successfully created and implemented a transformational company turnaround program rationalising and focusing on segments with strong market positions. He oversaw a period of indus-

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SEASON RECAP

Hornridge looking forward to improved performance in ’17

espite missing out on a grand final berth for the first time in five seasons, Hornridge coach Ashley Baxter said the club had improved since last season.

Hornridge and East Roxby do battle during the 2016 season.

Easts into ﬁrst grand ﬁnal WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

re-season predictions have proved to be correct with East Roxby to line up for its first grand final under the club’s new name. The Roos finished second be-

hind the Roxby Districts Miners in season 2016 and were the only team to beat the reigning premiers for the second year in a row. The inclusions of Far North Football League (FNFL) leading goal kicker Scott McIntyre and midfielder Jason Lukich breathed fresh air into the already strong side.

These inclusions – combined with the continued solid form of players like Dale King, coach Cam Faulkner and Mail Medal runner-up Rhett Simms – made East Roxby a force to be reckoned with this year. Going down to the Miners in week one of the finals by 10 goals was a small mishap in the team’s season and the side will

look to bounce back this week when it gets a second chance at the men in red and white. This is the second season the Roos have played under the East Roxby banner after changing their name from Andamooka. Coach Cam Faulkner was unavailable for comment when The Monitor went to print on Monday.

The club has recruited well throughout the season and Baxter believes the Magpies are well placed to return to grand final action next year. “We probably had a better team this year in the end,” he told The Monitor. “It was just getting guys available during the year that was the issue and in the end we still had guys playing on the weekend that hadn’t met each other before. “But we have recruited a few guys throughout the year that will be sticking around next year which will add a bit of depth to our midfield which is a positive.” Baxter said despite the 47-point loss to East Roxby on the weekend he was proud of the way his side had battled right until the end – even outscoring the Roos in the final quarter. The side managed five wins this season compared to three last year, and Baxter said the wins they had in 2016 were more pleasing because they were more convincing. He said the development of players like Aaron Meates, Corey Mattner, Brodie Farnham and John Martin were also pleasing signs for Hornridge going forward. This year’s low point for the Magpies was the arm injury sustained by vice captain Lachlan Forward half way through the season. “Losing him was massive,” Baxter said. “I hope he has a speedy recovery now that all the operations are over. “Well done to him for still managing to take out the under 21 best player award recently – it was thoroughly deserved.” BY PATRICK GLOVER

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WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

more even competition has been the highlight of the 2016 Far North Football League (FNFL) season despite clubs struggling for numbers.

East Roxby’s rise to premiership contender continued this season, once again being the only team to defeat the three-time premiers Roxby Districts in the minor round. “They have had a strong season and are now strong contenders fo r th e f l a g ,” s a i d FNFL president Henry Andryszczak. “They have had a few close games with the Miners all year and that level East Roxby have reached has made them a real threat instead of being there just to make up the numbers.” Andryszczak said the trial of the Friday night fixture had been a success and expected to see that return in 2017. The Roxby Downs Miners Cup side took the honours in this year’s match against Broken

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Hill in what Andryszczak described as another highlight for the year. “It was a really good game against a competitive opposition,” he said. “The side played a very courageous brand of football and held on when a strong, determined side was coming hard at them, so the guys should be proud of their efforts.” Next year’s Miners

Cup game still remains a mystery whether it will go ahead or not, but Andryszczak said the league would certainly be pushing for the 10th annual match. The 2016 season saw the introduction of reduced player number rules that were utilised by multiple teams throughout the season. Andryszczak said this season had also seen a

larger number of intraclub transfers on Friday nights and Saturday mornings due to the lack of numbers. But he said on a positive note, despite the lack of numbers, there were no forfeits. This season saw the league celebrate 30 years of football in Roxby Downs and all the clubs celebrated with an event at the Sporting Car Club. Andryszczak said it was a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the days when there were only the three local teams and training took place on whatever patch of grass they could find. The 2016 season will be Andryszczak’s final season as president as he is stepping away from the role after three years. “I liked some of the changes implemented by the league during my time as president, including the juniors rule, he said. “I have liked that rule, which has given a whole bunch of kids the chance to play over and above junior footy and kids love that.” He said local players’

OD endures another disappointing season

he Oly mpic Dam Devils have endured another disappointing season, finishing fourth after being knocked out in the first week of finals by Hornridge.

Injuries to key players, including captain Jonathon Veale, along with already dwindling numbers crippled the Devils in 2016. Coach Jason Elliott said while a lack of numbers throughout the season hurt the side, lack of commitment

from available players and the weakness of the bottom six stood out in a year the side would rather forget. “(However) there were a few positives to come out of the year, none more so than the young guys who played all year and improved throughout the season,” he said. From a footballing point of view Elliott said the side, which won just the three games for the year, needed to improve on its skills before next year.

After a big drop in numbers during the off season last year, Elliott will be holding his breath to see what kind of squad he will have next year. Elliott said the seven days on/seven days off roster would also have an effect on player numbers. He said he would like to thank everyone who helped out with the side this season, from the president to the water runners and everyone in between. BY PATRICK GLOVER

Olympic Dam’s Bill Hagger and Ben Hampel from Roxby Districts helped celebrate 30 years of football in Roxby Downs at an event held in June this year.

commitment to the Miners Cup had impressed him as well as the commitment of the club presidents to making the league better rather than just their own side. Andryszczak added that he wished both sides playing this weekend the best of luck. PAGE 19 Grand ﬁnal preview

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s of October 2015, cyclists of all ages are permitted to ride on footpaths.

In Roxby Downs, this has been particularly popular for parents with young families or for taking a more direct route through many of the reserves in town.

While r iding on the footpath is convenient, it is important to remember that footpaths are shared with pedestrians and due care needs to be taken at all times. When riding on a footpath, a cyclist must: • Keep to the left unless it is impracticable to do so. • Give way to any pedestri-

an on the footpath or shared path. • Give a warning (by bell, horn or other means) to pedestrians or others using the footpath, if it is necessary to avert danger. • Display a white light to the front and a red light and reflector to the rear of the bicycle during times of low light.

By following these simples rules we can all remain safe and enjoy riding a bicycle around our town, whether on the footpath or safely on the left-hand side of the road. Roxby Roadsafe is a community committee dedicated to implementing improvements to road safety within the municipality of Roxby Downs.

Roxby Roadsafe is looking for more members to join this great community forum. If you’re interested or would like more information, email communityboard@ roxbydowns.com or come along to the next meeting on Tuesday, October 11, at 7pm in the Roxby Council boardroom.

Sport and Recreation Forum has re-ignited We Need Volunteers!

The Multicultural Forum is ecstatic to be holding the 2016 World Food and Music Festival on Saturday 24th September and they need your help! If you are interested in helping out and lending a few hours of your time please contact Sasha Yantewo on 8671 0500 or email Sasha.Yantewo@roxbycouncil.com.au

JOINING FORUMS

ARTS and CULTURE FORUM

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

ENVIRONMENT FORUM Anni Giles 0448 168 167

14 Bolami Street

Thursday, September 1 @ 5.30pm

BUSINESS FORUM

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Tuesday, September 13 @ 6pm

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Vicki Mason 0418 526 608

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The forum was originally established in September 2005 as a subcommittee of the Roxby D ow ns Community Board. Unfortunately, over time the Sport and Recreation Forum disbanded. However, an

Thursday, September 14 @7pm

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New members are always welcome.

he Sport and Recreation Forum for Roxby Downs has re-ignited and holds a strong vision for the future of sport and recreation in the Roxby Downs community.

WOMEN’S NETWORK

Thursday, September 8 @ 6pm

Hayley Scrivens 0459 824 026

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extensive review by Brian Cunningham and Associates has re-engaged the community, and with this new passion handed the reins over to our newly formed executive committee. Each executive position was filled via nomination and is outlined below. Additionally, a new Terms of Reference was also created for the forum. The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 6, at 7pm at the Library conference room. This first meeting will decide how frequently the forum will meet, discuss key priorities moving forward for the

community and to assess which of these priorities can be actioned in the short term at a minimal cost. The Sport and Recreation Forum members are: Chair: Terry Boylan Central Precinct : Kay Mangan, Michelle Casserly, Scott Humphries, Travis Brougham Motorsports Precinct: Clint Gow-Smith Proxy: Chris Burggraaff Golf Precinct: Damien Condon R acing Pre cinc t : Mike French roxbylink representative: Tony Weir Sport and Recreation Officer: Rebecca Cooke

MULTICULTURAL FORUM

Theresa Bunyon 0413 609 102 Saturday, October 29 @ 11am Community Youth Centre World Food and Music Festival Sub-Committee Wednesday, September 7 @ 6pm Community Youth Centre

FAMILY FORUM

Joel Hill 0433 792 450

Thursday, September 1 @ 5pm 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. Page 12 -- Wednesday, August 31, 2016

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Congratulations to Sabelo Nzama, Shailet Midzi and Frans and Chrislene Swart, who became Australian citizens in a ceremony at Roxby Council on August 18.

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Hello, new Foodies! T

he Roxby Foodies were out at Market Day to raise awareness about the Foodies program and to connect with the local community.

The Roxby Foodies handed out mini recipe books and offered delicious fruit, vegetable and cheese skewers to marketgoers. The Foodies program is a partnership between Roxby Council, UnitingCare Wesley Country SA and the Royal Flying Doctor Service Healthy Living Program. Volunteers are trained in supporting the community to make healthy food choices. Graduates from the program are available to help organisations, schools or clubs with activities promoting healthy eating. If you would like to register for the next round of the

Roxby Foodies at the recent Market Day.

Foodies program or would like more information, please contact Sasha Yantewo (on

0428 727 583 or email sasha. yantewo@roxbycouncil.com. au).

For any inquiries, or for more information, please contact Roxby Council on 8671 0010.

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 3.30pm) 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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Maddy Hooper enjoyed the library’s Book week activities last Thursday.

Author Bernadette Cashel-Smith (centre) with roxbylink library staff members Mikyla Hick and Ramya Sashigunan.

Streaming live at www.roxfm.com.au National News Monday to Friday 7am-8am-9am-10am and Midday 1pm and 4pm and 5pm SA news EVERY DAY at 7.30am, 8.30am, 9.30 and 12.30pm Monday 7:30-8:30am The Morning Show with Deb & Els

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7:30-8:30am The Morning Show with Deb & Els 9am - 4pm Two Up Tuesday - a double play of your favourite artist Wednesday 7:30-8:30am The Morning Show with Deb & Els 9am - 4pm Triple Play Wednesday - a triple play of your favourite artist 4-6pm

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Thursday 7:30-8:30am The Morning Show with Deb & Els 9-10am

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RDNA holds junior award presentations

Nine and under T-Birds Most Improved Lily Kemenyvary. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

Lucy Ramsey was named the nine and under T-Birds Best and Fairest.

Nine and under Bullets Most Improved Alice Cojocea.

Lacey Faulkner was named the nine and under Bullets Best and Fairest.

Kyeesha Rynne was named the 11 and under T-Birds Best and Fairest. She was also the RDNA 11 and under Best and Fairest.

Nine and under Lightning Best and Fairest Ava Carstairs. ABSENT: Nine and under Lightning Most Improved Summer Johnson.

Nine and under Shooters Most Improved Molly Playford.

Amelia Pfeiffer was named the nine and under Shooters Best and Fairest.

Nine and under Shooters Best and Fairest Jasmine McDonald. ABSENT: Nine and under Shooters Most Improved Aliyah Brougham.

11 and under Bullets Most Improved Emma-Jo Absalom.

Imogen Swanson was named the 11 and under Bullets Best and Fairest.

11 and Under T-Birds Most Improved Layla Jackson.

Kyana Parks was named 11 and under Lightning Most Improved.

Charlee McDonald was named the 11 and under Lightning Best and Fairest. She was also the runner-up RDNA 11 and under Best and Fairest.

13 and under Shooters Best and Fairest Jada Wellgreen. ABSENT: 13 and under Shooters Most Improved Charlotte Oliver.

Alyssa Parker was named 13 and under Bullets Most Improved.

Jennah Laister was named 13 and under T-Birds Most Improved.

13 and under Bullets Best and Fairest Abby Hardwick. She was also the RDNA 13 and under Best and Fairest.

17 and under T-Birds Best and Fairest Millie Cordy. She was also the RDNA 17 and under Best and Fairest.

13 and under T-Birds Best and Fairest Yananai Chabayanzara. She was also the runner-up RDNA 13 and under Best and Fairest.

Brooke Smith was named 13 and under Lightning Most Improved.

13 and under Lightning Best and Fairest Chloe Turley.

Jessica Snell was named 17 and under Shooters Most Improved.

17 and under Shooters Best and Fairest Mikayla Kelly. She was also the runner-up RDNA 17 and under Best and Fairest.

Evelyn Kilmartin was named 17 and under Bullets Most Improved.

17 and under Bullets Best and Fairest Sienna Brougham.

Shayarna Millar was named 17 and under T-Birds Most Improved.

Shae-Lee Griggs was named 17 and under Lightning Most Improved.

17 and under Lightning Best and Fairest Ines Badman.

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Roxby Downs Netball Association 11 and under grand ﬁnal winners T-Birds with coaches Donna Kelly (back, left) and Brooke Johnston (back, right). BACK: Kyeesha Rynne, Maddison Kelly, Breeana Leslie and Merredy Bawden. FRONT: Layla Jackson, Olivia Fisken, Lucy Ramsey and Summah Cooke. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

RDNA 13 and under grand ﬁnal winners T-Birds with coach Darya White. BACK: Jessica Crane, Maia Ayala, Grace Forrest, Yananai Chabayanzara, Alisha Millar and Jennah Laister. FRONT: Amy Kemenyvary, Breanna Gillet and Ella Ramsey.

The 11 and under grand ﬁnal’s Best on Court award went to Olivia Fisken (T-Birds).

Junior netball grand ﬁnals

The 13 and under grand ﬁnal’s Best on Court award went to Yananai Chabayanzara (T-Birds).

Roxby Downs Junior Netball SATURDAY, August 27, 2016 GRAND FINALS Quarter 11 & UNDER T-Birds Lightning 13 & UNDER T-Birds Lightning 17 & UNDER Bullets Shooters

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RDNA 17 and under grand ﬁnal winners Bullets with coach Teresa Hodgetts. BACK: Evelyn Kilmartin, Nicole Johnson, Miranda Syvertsen, Sienna Brougham, Emily Parker, Ruby Nottle and Bianca Caden. FRONT: Riley Evans and Chloe Odgers.

The 17 and under grand ﬁnal’s Best on Court award went to Ebony Johnson (Shooters).

Senior comp’s outstanding players rewarded at presentation night

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he same honour for the B grade went to Hayley Wurfel (Miners), while Rebecca Webster (Hornridge) was the B Grade Best and Fairest and Sam Corneliusen (Olympic Dam) was the runner-up. The C Grade Best and Fairest award went to Mel Ferry from Olympic Dam Green. Miranda Syvertsen (Miners) took out the C Grade Rising Star award and was also the

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runner-up C Grade Best and Fairest. At Saturday’s presentations, RDNA president Theresa Wurfel thanked her fellow committee members for their support and wished the teams playing in the grand finals the best of luck. Wurfel said thanks were also owed to RDNA life member Michelle Casserly for being a registry officer, along with Centaine Casserly for being the council delegate.

A Grade Rising Star award recipient Millie Clarke.

“Michelle is known as the netball guru of Roxby Downs,” she said. Wurfel also recognised the clubs, players, umpires and coaches for their efforts this season. “Without you there would be no competition,” she said. Wurfel thanked her husband and three daughters for their support, and noted that Hornridge volunteers including Regina Qual-

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mann and Lorraine Mcevoy had done a “fantastic job” with organising the presentations. While reflecting on the past year, Wurfel highlighted the entry of a B grade squad into the Country Championships for the first time as one of the association’s key achievements. She thanked Andrea Freeth, Michelle Casserly and Scott Cordy for selecting the side, which included representatives from all four clubs.

B Grade Rising Star award recipient Hayley Wurfel.

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ABOVE: Olympic Dam B grade wing defence Claire Ziebarth takes possession of the ball while under pursuit from Hornridge wing attack Tara Briggs.

RIGHT: Hornridge A grade goal defence Georgia Sleep gets a pass over Olympic Dam goal attack Bec Eli during their preliminary ﬁnal match on Friday night. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard

Netball grand ﬁnal line-up decided VERITY CASSERLY NETBALL REPORTER

espite the drop in temperature, Friday night saw a surge in rugged-up spectators for the 2016 Roxby Downs Netball Association senior preliminary finals.

A GRADE

Olympic Dam d Hornridge After last week’s disappointing loss to Roxby Miners, the Olympic Dam A grade side came out strong to overcome a determined Hornridge, 59-43. The opening quarter was goal for goal with defenders at both ends fighting to shut down the hard-working goalies. The first quarter also saw the start of a game-long, body-on-body, competi-

tive contest between OD goal defence Beth Elliot and Hornridge goal attack Millie Clarke. OD went into the first break with a one-goal lead, 14-13. The Devils found their stride in the second quarter thanks to tactical inspiration from returning coach Andrea Freeth to take a 16-goal lead by half time, 32-24. Hornridge had to make a quick positional change during the second quarter when Georgia Sleep came off due to injury to later return to the court in the third quarter. The third quarter saw changes to the Hornridge defensive line-up, but OD maintained dominance of the ball to increase its lead to 18 goals at the final break, 48-30. Hornridge started the final quarter hard, creating scoring opportunities, but it was

not enough to claw back the quick-moving and accurate shooting of OD goalies Ali Knights and Bec Eli. OD finished out the game with a 16-goal lead to move into Friday’s A grade grand final against the 2015 premiership winners, Roxby Miners.

B GRADE

Olympic Dam d Hornridge The B grade preliminary final saw Olympic Dam defeat Hornridge in a fluent and fast-paced game, 48-37. OD took control of the score line in the first quarter with goalies Maddison Evans (attack) and Sam Corneliusen (shooter) moving well and shooting accurately, 11-5. Spectators were provided with a four-quarter contest between Hornridge wing attack Tara Briggs and OD wing defence Claire Ziebarth,

adding excitement to the mid court play. The half-time break saw OD holding a comfortable 12-goal lead, 28-16. Hornridge came out fighting in the third quarter, spurred on by the excited crowd as players moved the ball swiftly down the court and Mikayla Kelly (goal attack) used the opportunity to score some spectacular shots. OD defenders Sam Fishlock and Anna Gubbin were able to stem the Hornridge charge to maintain a 12-goal lead heading into the final quarter, 38-26. The final quarter saw a quick, back-and-forth game with Hornridge defenders Alicia Lee (goal keeper) and Terressa Moyle (goal defence) working hard to keep OD to an 11-goal win. Special mention must go

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to Ziebarth, who created a crowd-rousing turnover in the final minutes of the game. Olympic Dam will be facing off against the 2015 premiers, Roxby Miners, in the B grade grand final this Friday night.

C GRADE

Miners d Hornridge Pink A fast-finishing Miners C grade side defeate d Hor nr idge Pink for a chance at the 2016 C grade premiership, 36-25. The Miners took control of the game early in the first quarter, with Baylie Dadleh (goal keeper) and Stephanie Forsyth (goal defence) creating turnovers and putting the pressure on the Hornridge Pink attack to head into the first quarter break with a sixgoal lead, 10-4. Roxby Miners continued to dominate the court in the

second quarter, with Miranda Syvertsen (goal shooter) and Ebony Johnson (goal attack) moving well and shooting accurately in the ring. The Miners held a 10-goal lead over Hornridge Pink at the half time break, 19-9. Spectators were provided with a mid court contest between centres Regina Qualmann (Hornridge) and Megan Herring (Miners) for the final half of the game. The third quarter saw a change of positions for the Hornridge player line-up but it was not enough to prevent the Miners from increasing their lead to 12 goals by the third quarter break, 26-14. At the final whistle the Miners had taken the game by 11 goals to move into this week’s grand final against ladder leaders Olympic Dam Green.

Miners C grade goal defence Stephanie Forsyth attempts to block Hornridge Pink goal attack Renee Johnson.

RDGC Par Saturday, August 27, 2016 OVERALL WINNER DIV 1 DIV 2 LADIES/JNR SWEEPSTAKES

LONG DRIVE DIV 1 LONG DRIVE DIV 2 LONG DRIVE LJ NTP DIV 1 NTP DIV 2 NTP LJ

NAME SCORE ADAM MALM +5 ROBIN PASSMORE +3 MICHAEL HOFFMAN +4 STACEY DADLEH -6 MICHAEL PAUL +2 SEB GRIGGS +2 GLEN MUNGUR +1 RUSSELL BRIND +1 NIGEL MAINE +1 CHAD OLDFIELD +1 RENE AYALA 0 SEB GRIGGS DAMIEN CONDON MEL CONDON ROBERT CHARMAN NIGEL MAINE STACEY DADLEH

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Roos’ win sets the stage

WRITTEN BY ROSS WILSON

he stage is now set for an exciting Far North Football League grand final after East Roxby put paid to Hornridge’s premiership aspirations with an emphatic 47-point victory.

Played at the Town Oval on Saturday in near perfect conditions, the preliminary final drew a very good and vocal crowd, creating a great atmosphere. After a fairly even first 10 minutes, the Roos took control against an Anthony Carlile-led

defence that stood tall and repelled many entries into the forward 50. The fact that East Roxby kicked six goals and five points in the first quarter bears testament to the Magpies’ defence of Carlile, Shannon Jones, Simon Henke and Ashley Webster. After a very even second quarter in which each side kicked just one goal, the margin was a very competitive 24 points at the main break. From there the East Roxby forwards started to get on top with Terry Clancy taking control up forward with four goals, Rhett Sims with three and

Matthew Schipper and Curtley Dadleh with two each. C am Faulk ner w a s in everything and produced a great four quarters of quality football, giving the Roos plenty of drive from the centre and setting up many forward thrusts. Combining with Simms, Ty Kirkwood in the ruck, Dadleh and Clancy, the result was beyond doubt. Hornridge was perhaps a little disappointing, particularly after half time, but hung tough and fought the game out well. Corey Mattner gave the Magpies plenty of drive, and an obviously unfit Ashley Baxter still

put in a commendable effort. East Roxby now moves to the mammoth task of tackling reigning premiers Roxby Districts as the side seeks its fourth consecutive flag. The Roos need to put their semi-final loss of 53 points behind them and find a way to curb the Miners’ star players. With Faulkner, Schipper, Simms and Clancy in great form, it will be a very competitive grand final. However, the star-studded Miners line-up of Haris Vrbovac, James Telfer, Ricky Prosser and Gavin Shephard awaits. East Roxby’s Robert Vaughan in action during his side’s preliminary ﬁnal win against Hornridge on the weekend.

Hornridge’s Ben Grimston lines up a kick.

Anthony Carlile (Hornridge) looks for options while under pressure from East Roxby’s Rhett Simms. PHOTOS: Ryneisha Bollard Disappointing end of the season. Ashley Baxter

Great team effort, one to go. Cam Faulkner

Far North Football League PRELIMINARY FINAL August 20, 2016 A GRADE East Roxby 6.5 7.6 12.10 13.13 (91) Hornridge 3.0 4.0 5.2 7.2 (44) East Roxby best players: C. Faulkner, T. Kirkwood, R. Simms, T. Clancy, A. Watts. Hornridge best players: A. Webster, A. Carlile, S. Henke, C. Mattner, A. Baxter. East Roxby goal scorers: T. Clancy 4, R. Simms 3, M. Schipper, C. Dadleh 2, J. Hackett, S. McIntyre 1. Hornridge goal scorers: A. Grantham 3, A. Baxter 2, C. Mattner, J. Harman 1.

East Roxby’s Stuart Orr breaks away from the pack as Lachlan Munro (Hornridge) puts on a chase.

Miners take on East Roxby this Saturday WRITTEN BY PATRICK GLOVER

he Roxby Districts Miners will look to make it four premierships in a row when they take on East Roxby this Saturday. The Miners will be refreshed having enjoyed the week off after defeating the Roos in their semi-final match two weeks ago. Despite the Roos being the only team to have beaten the Miners this season, coach Ricky Prosser said the finals experience his players have had over the past three years will be vital.

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“In our semi-final we only had three players that weren’t in our finals team last year, which doesn’t happen very often up here,” he said. “We’ve got a small squad of 29 players which is currently the lowest I have ever seen. “We have got so many games into our players and have had a similar team each week, which is one of the biggest factors of our success this season.” Prosser said the Roos had been a competitive side all year and the 10-goal differential in the score line the last time the teams met failed to reflect how hard-fought the game was.

“It wasn’t easy, we just made the most of some key moments, so it was a good win,” he said. The Miners have taken advantage of the break by taking it easy on the track and resting up a few sore bodies last week before ramping up preparations this week in the lead-up to the big game. East Roxby has had to negotiate the finals the hard way, defeating Hornridge on the weekend by 47 points after a tough contest. All predictions have been with the Miners in the lead-up to this Saturday’s grand final, but East Roxby has shown it is more than capable of taking down the reigning premiers.

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Roxby Downs Junior Football League Saturday, August 27, 2016 Senior Colts Bulldogs Hawks

16.13 (109) 5.3 (33)

Bulldogs best players: B. Caden, B. Chamberlain, G. Clarke. Hawks best players: J. Van Kruyssen, B. Daddow, T. Lecons, S. Lockwood, J. Jones. Bulldogs goal scorers: B. Chamberlain 4, B. Caden 3, J. Johnson, C. Turley 2, L. Herring, G. Haika, G. Clarke, L. Geraghty, A. Musolino 1. Hawks goal scorers: C. Seery 2, S. Lockwood, T. Lecons, J. Van Kruyssen 1.

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Giles named as the state’s top volunteer RDJFA vice president and coach of the under nine team (pictured with him) Warwick Giles has been named the SANFL’s State Volunteer of the Year. PHOTO: Patrick Glover

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oxby Downs Junior Football Association (RDJFA) vice president Warwick Giles’s commitment to his role has seen him earn the 2016 SANFL State Volunteer of the Year Award.

Giles, who has been volunteering as a coach and committee member for around six years, said he was humbled by the recognition. “It is excellent, but I am a little embarrassed

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because I definitely feel like there are people in the junior football association that deserve it just as much if not more than I do,” he told The Monitor. “But it is great to be recognised for what I do.” With three young children of his own, Giles became involved as a coach to see his sons get the same opportunities he did growing up. But since then he said there were many more benefits of the role. “It is rewarding seeing the improvement

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from the start of the season to the end of it,” he said. “Or seeing the kick the kids get out of playing in a final, kicking their first goal, or playing a game in the rain.” Along with all the parents and friends that helped with umpiring and scoring, Giles said there was a range of people that made it all happen, including current and past presidents Rein Geraghty and Matthew Daddow respectively. Giles encouraged other community members to help out and volunteer with junior

football, with more hands making less work. From the Roxby Downs town oval to the MCG, Giles’s prize for winning the State Volunteer of the Year Award is a trip to Melbourne for the AFL grand final. It will include breakfast at Government House with AFL chief executive officer Gillon McLachlan and a spot in the grand final parade in the lead-up to the big game. Then on the Saturday, Giles and his wife Amanda will be a part of pre-game functions before attending the main event. “It is unbelievable,” Giles added.

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