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Flags fall for NZ miners

By Emma Offler

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he flags were at half mast in Richardson Place following a second explosion in the Pike River Coal Mine in New Zealand which sadly ended the lives of 29 miners on Wednesday 24th November.

Tanya Hick and Naomi Medlycott lower the flag at the War Memorial in Richardson Place

The men were trapped inside the mine for five days and hopes for their rescue were lost.

When a mining community is involved in an accident, no matter where it is, other mining towns all over the world are affected.

Kym Winter-Dewhirst, spokesperson for BHP Billiton, says “The fact is these people all work in the mining industry and they all know and understand the issues at stake in the mining industry, so when there’s a tragedy, everybody feels it.”

Mining employees may start to wonder about safety and whether something similar could happen to them while working underground.

Winter-Dewhirst believes that this is not the case, and says “I can’t speak on behalf of the individual employees, what I can say is that the busi-

ness follows the highest level of safety procedures that we can. We certainly believe that we have best practice, and in many cases, the world’s leading practice, so we believe that our mine at Olympic Dam is as safe as it possibly can be.”

He also says that the Olympic Dam Mine is different to the Pike River Mine.

Olympic Dam is mostly granite and hard rock mining, and does not have the risks of coal mines like explosions caused by ignited gases such as methane.

Even so, there have been many families and friends of the 29 miners killed who have been greatly affected by this latest mining accident, some who live here in Roxby Downs.

Pike River decided to support these families and has donated $NZ500,000 ($388,153) to a trust set up for the families of the 29 miners.

New Zealand Oil & Gas (NZOG) will match this amount and other companies have also reached out and donated to the Pike River Miners’ Relief Fund.

Josh Keane, a boilermaker for UGL resources in Olympic Dam, lost his brother Riki Steve Keane in the Pike River explosion.

Riki leaves behind his wife Liv and two little boys.

Wade Ingerson, a Mine End supervisor in Olympic Dam, has organised a fundraiser for the Keane family and the families of the Pike River Miners.

He says “We would like to help out the Keane family and all the other families that would be affected by this tragedy with our fundraiser.”

The fundraiser will be held at the Olympic Dam Football Club on Friday 3rd December. The entry fee is $15, with all proceeds going to the Keane Family and the Pike River Miners Relief Trust Fund, and there will be a barbecue tea, live music and an auction.

Wade says “We, the Roxby Downs community, would just like to send our deepest regards to the Keane family and all the families that have suffered with this accident at the Pike River Mine.”

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A host family or famiies are needed for Kiho Koz aki ( Jap an) and L u k a s M i c h e l s e n ( G e r m a ny ) from end January.

These overseas students are heading to Roxby Downs, in late January 2011 through AFS Intercultural Programs.

They will spend five and 11 months in this area as part of their exchange and they are excited to immerse themselves in all things Australian – including the hospitality and friendliness for which Australians are world-famous.

Kiho Kozaki from Japan is 17 years old, she is coming on an 11 months AFS high school exchange program and is interested in reading books, dogs and meeting with friends.

She says, “I love English and Australia very much… I heard about Australia and Tasmania it makes me impressed.

Aus is so beautiful and has lots of nature it’s so good for me. I want to tell you about Japanese.”

Lukas Michelsen from Germany is 16 years old. He is coming on a five month exchange program and is interested in boy scouts, skiing, spending

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egionally based Alliance One Credit Union announced that it will be raising mortgage rates by only 25 basis points, matching the recent Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) rise.

This brings the standard variable rate of the Credit Union to 7.70%, which is 16 basis points below the highest standard variable rate of the four big banks.

The Credit Union, which last financial year had over 20,000 members throughout regional South Australia and an asset base of over $190 million, has experienced higher funding costs but remains committed to keeping costs lower.

Mr Phil Lynch, Chief Executive of Alliance One Credit Union, explained that the decision about rates came down to a simple equation.

“We needed to decide whether an increase above the RBA rise was in the best interests of our members.”

Mr Lynch said that “the answer to this was an emphatic no!”

Alliance One Credit Union

operates as a mutual organisation meaning that the focus is on member benefit, not vested ‘shareholder’ interests.

“Unlike the banks, we are not in this for profiteering purposes” said Mr Lynch.

“There is no better time than now to make an enquiry with a loan consultant and make the change to a better mortgage provider,” said Mr Lynch. “It is a simple process.”

Members with deposits at the Credit Union will also see the benefits with interest rates on selected deposit accounts increasing.

The mutual banking sector, which comprises Credit Unions and Building Societies, has become a popular talking point in financial circles as strong and safe alternatives to the big banks.

Big banks have faced significant public and government backlash recently after all deciding to raise interest rates by more than the RBA increase of 25 basis points (bp).

Commonwealth Bank (45 bp), NAB (43 bp), ANZ (39 bp) and Westpac (35 bp) have all signifi-

cantly increased their rates over the past weeks. Bendigo Bank raised rates by 35 basis points.

The majority of mutual banking institutions have decided not to raise rates above the RBA. Credit unions and mutual building societies have more branches than the CBA, the second largest ATM network in the nation and more than three times the customer base of other big bank competitors.

Credit Unions also meet all the same rules as banks, have the same coverage under the deposit guarantee, and hold more capital and liquidity than big banks.

Federal Treasurer and Deputy Prime Minister Mr Wayne Swan recently endorsed the mutual movement and believed in the “power of the credit unions and building societies” to apply pressure on the big banks.

“I strongly encourage Australians to have a good look at the competitive mortgage deals offered by many credit unions and building societies, which are often much cheaper and better value than the big banks,” he said.

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Ribbons of Blue

By Celeste Lustosa

Students have their say What was the best thing you learned at the Ribbons of Blue classes?

is fish nd e t i r a u fa vo Cod at it “My Murraycool thst and the ink it’s t so fa ood.”

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“What I like most is going out on the site and see the animals in the wild life.” Jazma Trasy

“I like the because theyBaarramundi big. And I ha re really ver seen these fishes dbne ef o classes.” Seth Pa re the rker

Satellite Digital TV Services here this month

By Celeste Lustosa

Roxby Downs residents will have access to digital TV this month or the second year, year 7 activities have been very well ac- and the kids get to see things that as the changeover from they might not see in general. students from Roxby Downs cepted by the students. analogue rolls out in the “This class is based on things “We start looking at why water is region.

Area School have been looking after an average of six that live around water. I did a sim- important and what would happen For those who get frusdifferent species of fish, as part ilar class years ago and I thought if we didn’t have enough water,” Mr trated every time channel it would be interesting to have it Ball said. of teacher Wade Ball’s classes.

10 was showing someJazma Trasy, Seth Parker (back) and Hayden Cross have enjoyed the Ribbons of Blue classes

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Apart from sharing the responsibility of the fish and tanks, the students have learned about the importance of water, as well as water consumption and the importance of not wasting the commodity, as well as animal life.

As I entered the class, the students took me on a ‘tour’ of the tanks and explained all I needed to know about yabbies, barramundi, catfish, turtles, Murray Cod and Silver Perch.

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here.

“We started off with a few yabby tanks and then we were lucky enough to get more tanks with different species from Woomera’s Aquarium,” Mr Ball explained.

But the students also learn lots with visits on site, where they test water and have a chance to see the animals in a wilder environment.

“We have a site that we visit as well, which is a Council area that we go and do water testing. It’s good because it’s more hands on

After learning about each of the fish in the tanks at the classroom the students started doing some tours with the younger kids.

“The younger kids would come here and the students would sit them all down and go through all the fish specifications and curiosities with them.”

The students have had lots of projects so far and get out of the classroom very often, which Mr Ball believes to be a good practice.

Long neck turtles are a hit at teacher Wade’s classes

thing you really liked and you just couldn’t watch it from here, those days are soon to be gone.

Electrical Manager of Roxby Downs Council David Hallett and he confirmed that digital TV by satellite is a close reality for Roxby.

“The V.A.S.T service is already available but limited to ABC and SBS services in the RABS (Remote

Area Broadcast Service).

Full services will include One HD, GO, Channel 7, 7HD, 9, 9HD, 10 and ABC and SBS for South Australia will be available via satellite on December 15.

“Unfortunately the commercial channels will be derived from NSW / Sydney services, and only ABC and SBS services will be in South Australian based channels at this time,” Mr Hallett explained.

He also said that to access the V.A.S.T satellite services we need a full satellite system, and the special V.A.S.T approved satellite decoder, available only from limited author-

ised suppliers.

“The V.A.S.T. decoder will work through any present satellite system utilising the Aurora C1 Satellite and replaces the present decoder,” according to him.

Once you have the decoder and satellite system set up, you need to register the decoder and smart card at www.mysattv.com. au.

“This is the only place you may do this and without it the system, you won’t receive commercial channels. You will find the registration link on the top of the webpage,” Mr Hallett concluded.

New agreement for Andamooka

by Celeste Lustosa

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new agreement will further empower the Andamooka Progress and Opal Miners Association (APOMA) to manage local services and infrastructure for the town.

The agreement which offers continued financial support from the Outback Communities Authority (OCA) also outlines how responsibilities for delivering services such as waste management, and maintenance will be shared between the two organisations.

The agreement is effective already and is valid until the end of the 2010/11 financial year. Before that time, negotiations will be held for the next financial year.

In the beginning of 2010, the Outback Areas Community Development Trust (OACDT) had transferred all the municipal services from APOMA to the OCA. This included management of the rubbish tip, cemetery, parks and gardens, town maintenance, noxious weed control, feral animal control, local road maintenance and the standpipe management system that dispenses water for the township.

All of these services had been transitioned to the trust and Andamooka had then a

Community Manager – Bob Jacobs.

At that time, APOMA’s Chairperson Peter Allen gave an interview to The Monitor and said that “the municipal assets that normally a Council would look after shouldn’t be managed by APOMA, but by the local government.”

But OCA Chair Bill McIntosh said that recent meetings with APOMA’s Chairperson Peter Allen and members have resulted in the new agreement which provides the Association with more autonomy and means the OCA will take on a stronger support role and a Community Manager role no longer exists.

“I am very pleased to have reached this agreement which ensures that the APOMA can be responsive to community needs and also maintain a strong relationship with the OCA,” says Mr McIntosh.

“It means APOMA will take on a stronger strategic and leadership role in the delivery of services and infrastructure to the town but it will have greater access to the OCA’s Community Development Officer, who can assist with the preparation of grant submissions and proposals to secure further funding and support for initiatives.

Mr Peter Allen also believed the new arrangements would mean that APOMA

would have greater flexibility to make use of its resources.

“Andamooka is a strong and self determining community – the largest in the Outback and this agreement recognises the importance of the community determining its way forward.

“We will continue to work closely with the OCA and will consult the broader community, taking advantage of this opportunity to test local ideas to solve problems such as waste disposal, noxious weeds and feral animals – issues which currently put pressure on volunteers,” Mr Allen said.

Other key outcomes of the new agreement include: • The OCA providing APOMA with funding to contract administrative support to help with day-to-day operations; • APOMA taking on responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Town Services Officer, funded by the OCA; • The OCA’s Andamooka-based Community Development Officer, will take up new responsibilities based in Port Augusta and support a broader range of Outback initiatives while APOMA will have greater access to OCA’s Community Development Officer.

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ROXBY DOWNS COUNCIL

NEWS IN BRIEF

WEEKLY INFORMATION UPDATE

ROXBY DOWNS AREA SCHOOL/ COMMUNITY LIBRARY

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES It’s that me again! The Roxby Downs Community Library will be holding Children’s Holiday Ac vi es throughout December. Sessions are themed for Christmas and are for children aged 5 to 13.

53,000 loans in 12 months

Session times are Tuesday 7 December 10am to 11am and 2pm to 3pm, Tuesday 14 December 10am to 11am and 2pm to 3 pm, and Tuesday 21 December 10am to 11am and 2pm to 3 pm. Morning and a ernoon sessions are iden cal. Bookings are essen al. For more informa on or bookings phone the library on 8671 0660 WATER ACCOUNTS Water accounts for the September 2010 quarter are now overdue.

Reminder no ces have been issued and are due for payment by 7 December 2010.

COUNCIL RATES Second quarter Council rates no ces have been issued and are due for payment by 20 December 2010

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nder the joint management of Roxby Downs Council and Roxby Downs Area School our School/Community Library continues to flourish.

POSITION VACANT – Finance Council is seeking the services of a Finance Officer to assist in the financial management of Council’s municipal, water and electrical operations.

Please refer to the adver sement in the positions vacant section of The Monitor newspaper published on 17 November. For enquiries about the position and/or to obtain a copy of the posi on descrip on please call the Council Office on 8671 0010 during office hours. Applica ons close at 12 noon on 6 December 2010.

There are over 3,300 active members and over a 12 month period around 53,000 loans take place. It is not just books that take centre stage. The library also hosts annual book week, Toddler Story Time, school holiday activities,

Residents are advised that as per normal practice new rates tariffs and charges have been declared to commence on 1 January 2011.

REMINDERS REMINDERS 2nd Quarter

COUNCIL OFFICE Opening hours 9 am to 5 pm weekdays Telephone 8671 0010 • Fax 8671 0452 Email: roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au After hours emergency Mobile 0419 892 870 Web www.roxbycouncil.com Page 4 – Wednesday, December 1, 2010

summer reading programs, regular themed displays and also provides internet access. Regular programs provide opportunities for social interaction for residents of all ages and lifelong learning.

M a n a g e r s M a r i e Tre z i s e (Community) and Marie Purdie (Area School) work in partnership to ensure the smooth running of the facility both during and outside of school hours. All staff, regardless of whether they are employed by the Council or School, work together

to ensure that library customers receive the information they require and that the library meets the growing needs of a family oriented community. According to Roxby Downs Area School Principal Kath Macalister “Both managers are to be commended for this work and their development of a spirit of collegiality”.

Council Administrator Bill Boehm added “Council would like to wish Marie Purdie, who is retiring at the end of this year, all

the best for the future. We look forward to welcoming Alison Woodward who will replace her in 2011.”

Also coming on board to super vise and manage staff employed by the school is Ann O’Sullivan (Assistant Principal) who has a background as a librarian.

The Council and S cho ol will continue to work towards improved services for the school and community now and for the future.

New tariffs explained

ROAD CLOSURE Richardson Place will be closed from 2pm on Saturday 4 December until 12.30am on Sunday 5 December for the Christmas Pageant. Adjoining Roads affected are Burgoyne Street, Norman Place, Roxby Community Club car park entrance into Richardson Place and the Roxby Downs Tavern Road.

Council rates due 20th December

Friendly library workers Marie Purdie and Marie Trezise are happy with the flourishing library.

Th e s e a re s e t b y Council in accordance with the provisions of the Roxby Downs Indenture.

Increases accord with Council’s 2010/11 Annual Business Plan and Budget which went through a public consultation process back in June 2010 before being submitted to the State government and BHP Billiton and finally adopted by Council.

General factors are t a ke n i nto a cco u nt including effe ct s of inflation and higher and increasing operating co st s w ithin Rox by and additional work associated with servicing the expanded township.

Under the Indenture Roxby’s power prices

must be benchmarked against metropolitan Adelaide w ith a 10 percent allowance permitted. Council must also operate the electricity authority as a commercial business and whilst it is not permitted under the Indenture to return a commercial dividend to Council’s Municipal operation, it must ensure that adequate allowance is made to cover the depreciation of electrical assets. For Roxby Power, overall electricity revenue is forecast to increase by around 6% but the rates have generally been kept less than Adelaide’s default rates.

For Roxby Water, the indenture specifically provides for a profit to be returned to municipal shareholders.

This practice is in line with the operations of SA Water and other water authorities. Given Council’s overall budget

deficit situation water and sewerage charge increases are required to ensure that the provision of water supply and sewerage services can accommodate requirements to replace associated infrastructure as well as returning commercial dividends to the municipal operation.

Council recognises the high water prices in Roxby Downs and has been able to limit water rate rises to 3% and still meet its budgetary constraints.

Sewerage charges have increased by 6%. For residential premises, depending on a property’s valuation, this is less than charges that are applied

by SA Water in country South Australia.

Customer flyers with be a detailed explanation will accompany the electricity and water notices when they are sent out in January 2011. For most people the difference will not be readily known until

the March 2011 quarterly billing but it is important that residents look at ways to conserve energy and water

so as to minimise the impact on the environment but to also limit the effects on their own household budget.

OFFICE AND LIBRARY CLOSURE OVER CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR Both the Council Office and Library will be closed from 12noon on Friday 24 December and will reopen for business on Tuesday 4 January 2011.

The contact number for council related a er-hours emergencies is Mobile: 0419 892 870 During this period all Service SA enquiries should be directed to 131 084

WASTE MANAGEMENT

SERVICE SA

Opening hours 8.30 to 5 pm weekdays 9.30 am to 12 noon Saturdays Telephone 8671 0660 • Fax 8671 1418 Email: roxbydowns.library@plain.net.au

Opal Road Landfill Opening hours 1 pm to 6 pm every day Disposal of household rubbish is FREE Levies apply for businesses

Library membership is FREE wide range of resources are available including books, DVDs, magazines and internet facilities

Recycling can be taken either to the Opal Landfill or BSH Waste Solutions on Gosse Street All enquiries: 8671 1154

Opening hours Wednesdays and Thursdays only 9 am to 4.30 pm Council provides Transport Services including: • Vehicle Registration • Boat Registrations • Licensing Transactions • Learner written theory tests (test to begin before 4 pm) All enquiries 131 084

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Central Upper Northern Tourers to hold Toy Run once again The Central Upper Northern Tourers have been operating in Roxby Downs for over twenty years, fundraising and donating monies to various charities such as the Cancer Foundation and the local Roxby Downs Scouts Group.

Northern Tourers member, Brenton Liney filled The Monitor readers in on a brief history of the event, and what they aim to achieve.

“It’s left to a few of the senior members of the Central Upper Northern Tourers to organise it basically,” said Mr Liney. “We have raised money for a lot of charities over the years, probably up to about $60,000,” he said.

“For the Annual Roxby Toy Run, we get as many people as we

can on cars or bikes and we bring a toy each and ride to the CWA hall in Andamooka. We have a big Christmas lunch there for that day and drop all of the toys off to be distributed.

“The people involved buy and donate toys and The Newsagent usually donates a few, takes a ute load out. They are not only distributed to kids in Andamooka, but state-wide as well.

“Most bike clubs do it and I guess these guys (The Northern Tourers) have been doing it for about 20 years I would think.

“We just go to Andamooka and all of the kids go out there and watch the bikes pull up with Santa Claus who comes on the back of one of the bikes. Then we give the toys to the CWA. “Then we’ll usually take off and

have a beer or two at the Tuckerbox and then ride back to Roxby and have a BBQ at someone’s house – so it’s just a nice ride for the day.”

The event, which normally attracts about 25 riders and a large supporting crowd in both Andamooka and Roxby, donates the toys to ‘Needy’ children all over South Australia. While Mr Liney was unsure of what defined a ‘needy’ or underprivileged child, in this situation, it embraces children whose parents are unable to supply them with gifts, or children who are not subjected to the same opportunities as others.

“We do quite a few fundraisers during the year, for prostate cancer and for other various local and international charities - we’ll have some sort of social function

and make a bit of cash and donate it,” said Mr Liney.

The Northern Tourers, which was started 22 years ago by ex – local Gypsy, has chapters in Roxby, Victoria and Adelaide, with around 100 members.

“There’s all sorts of bikes involved, there’s a few Harley Davidsons, a few Ducatis, Jap bikes, or just whatever you’ve got, there’s no criteria on what you ride,” said Mr Liney casually.

The riders will assemble in the main street at about 11 o clock on Saturday December 4, and proceed with taking Santa for a lap around town, throwing lollies out to all of the children.

If anyone would like to donate any toys to the Run, contact Brent on 0408 544 465 and the Tourers can pick them up.

Central Economic Development Manager appointed Regional Development Australia Far North is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily White to the position of Central Economic Development Manager.

CEO, Rob Gibb explained the role of RDAFN is to provide economic development services to the communities of Northern South Australia through business advice and support, training and skills development programs and delivery of both federal and state government economic development initiatives in the region.

“As Central Economic Development Manager, Emily will work with the Port Augusta City Council and Roxby Downs Council in strengthening links between industry and business, helping local businesses to engage in commercial activity generated by mining operations, and attracting investment and development in the central corridor from Port Augusta through to Andamooka” said Mr Gibb.

Ms White has a background in regional development, promotion and planning gained through her previous employment as Regional Manager for the SA Tourism Commission in the Eyre Peninsula.

As a new resident of Port Augusta, Ms White stated “already in my short time here I have witnessed a community that is passionate about building a strong economy and future for the residents of the Far North region. I look forward to helping bring this to fruition”.

Simpson Desert closed over summer for visitor safety The South Australian Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has announced that the Simpson Desert will again be closed during the hottest months of the year to ensure the safety of visitors and emergency personnel.

The closure will apply from 1 December to 15 March and affects the Simpson Desert Conservation Park and Regional Reserve in South Australia.

DENR District Ranger Tony Magor said it was unfortunate the area needed to be closed during summer, but was necessary to prevent fatalities from occurring.

“Temperatures in the Simpson Desert during summer are extreme, with daytime temperatures between 40 and 50 degrees celsius common,” he said.

“During this period, dunes are soft and constantly changing shape, increasing the chance of vehicles becoming bogged and people becoming

stranded.

“High temperatures also lead to an increased chance of vehicle failure.

“Most people that cross the desert during summer are from overseas, and many do not have the driving experience for such a crossing, or a properly equipped vehicle with radio communications and recovery gear in case of an emergency.

“At a time when there are very few vehicles in the desert to provide assistance in a timely manner, this is potentially a fatal situation, especially for the inexperienced, ill-prepared visitor. “ “The first two closures were a success from a public safety perspective with visitors still able to make the most of a visit to the Dalhousie Springs,” he said.

Witjira National Park and the campground at Dalhousie Springs to the west of the Simpson Desert will not be affected by the closure.

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The annual Roxby Downs to Andamooka Toy Run attracts a large number of riders.

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Last week’s Hot Topic: The Royal Wedding announcement has already prompted talk of an Australian Republic. What would you like to see and do we need another referendum to decide?

What’s one thing got to do with the other? The wedding is wonderful for the couple and will no doubt be great for Britain. Personally a republic is the last thing Australia needs right now. Can’t imagine what it would cost to change everything from the coat of arms to everything within Government, perhaps even the flag. We really can’t afford it now or any time soon.

JR God bless the Royalty. A monarchist forever!

Ivan of the Far North Couldn’t care less about the Royal Wedding or the Queen or any of them. They are drains on the taxpayers and do we really need a Monarch in these contemporary times?

James the First, RD How many referendums have been won in Australia? Of the 44 held only 8 have been won.

Why waste taxpayers’ money on another that is doomed to failure.

Referee.

Nothing else matters. Spare a thought for the families of miners and the people of Greymouth in NZ and celebrate the times you have with loved ones.

Mining Brotherhood, OD I invite everyone to think back a few years ago when there were fights at the local Tavern and Club every weekend and even during the week.

Now we are lucky to have a small push and shove if anything. If the police were here three or four years ago, then they would have something to complain about. And correct me if I am wrong but aren’t police trained in how to handle drunk, abusive people? Tasers should be used when there are weapons involved not when the police run out of pepper spray.

Long memory RD

Mining disaster hit home

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s NZ reels after losing 29 miners in the Pike River mine last week, miners here in Roxby Downs are sharing the grief realising they too work in an industry that does have a history of disasters and many risks.

That said, Australia has been relatively lucky by comparison and in over a century Australia’s worst disaster was a gas explosion at the Mount Kembla coal mine in New South Wales killed 96 people in 1902, making it the worst industrial accident in Australia’s history.

China holds the record for the largest number of people killed in a single mining disaster. In April 1942, 1,572 miners were killed in an explosion at Honkeiko coal mine and today still has the most disasters of any country in the world.

Mining disasters account for an estimated 12,000 deaths each

year, making mining one of the world’s most dangerous jobs.

Fortunately in Australia and particularly here in Roxby Downs the safety record is outstanding. Risk management in Australian mines is paramount and that is reassuring for the thousands of people who work in the industry nationally. However following the NZ mine disaster you can bet there will be re-assessments of everything that we do here in Australia and it will be a lesson that no mining operation can become complacent about occupational health and safety.

After all any mining operations knows its biggest asset is its workforce.

It is at moments like the one in New Zealand last week that brings our communities together and make us respect the work done in safety, and respect the work by everyone at the site, either underground or above ground.

News in brief . . .

STEEPER FINES FOR HOOLIGANS PASS PARLIAMENT

PARLIAMENT PASSES NEW CONSUMER PROTECTION LAWS

MORE RAIN FORCES OUTBACK ROAD CLOSURES

An increase in penalties for spectators New laws giving consumers significant Heavy rain has closed some outback who invade major sporting grounds new protections have been passed by roads in South Australia just a day after from to $200 to $5000 has passed both South Australia’s Parliament. they had been reopened last Thursday. houses of Parliament.

Consumer Affairs Minister, Gail Gago Transport Department regional manager The steep new fines will apply to major sporting grounds such as Adelaide Oval, AAMI and Hindmarsh stadiums and will also cover antisocial behaviour such as lighting flares.

Minister Wright said it was a necessary to discourage disorderly and disruptive behaviour at sporting grounds and to improve safety for players and spectators.

“While crowds at international cricket matches in SA are generally well behaved, an incident in Western Australia last year has highlighted the need to increase fines before the forthcoming Ashes Test which comes to Adelaide next week,” Minister Wright said.

Evidence shows that the incidence of pitch invasions has fallen since fines were increased in the eastern states.

says the Statutes Amendment and Repeal (Australian Consumer Law) Act 2010 will ensure South Australians benefit from new, nationally consistent consumer laws.

“Australian Consumer Law has been designed to provide a consistent set of rights wherever goods or services are purchased and is a win for both consumers and business,” Minister Gago said.

“It will clarify consumer’s rights, ensuring they are more likely to exercise them and it will ensure fair contracts, safe products and sound sales practices for all Australians, wherever they live.

Breaches of the new law are subject to a range of both civil and criminal penalties, with maximum penalties of up to $220,000 for individuals and $1.1 million for corporations.

Peter Short said storms forecast for the far north-east might close the Birdsville Track from Marree to Mungerannie after it was cleared just a day earlier.

He said the Strzelecki Track is again restricted to four-wheel-drives and there are reports of truck drivers pulling over to wait until roads again dry out.

TORNADO DERAILS OUTBACK FREIGHT TRAIN

A small tornado is thought to have caused a freight train derailment near Marla in outback South Australia last week.

17 freight wagons left the track. Rail operator FreightLink said 300 metres of track were damaged as the wagons left the rails.

Dear ‘Longoverit’. If you are so concerned about the local community, why have you made these false accusations which will without a doubt lead to more unnecessary rumours? My guess is, you don’t know the male personally and you probably weren’t there the night of the incident either. So I ask of you, before you go pointing your fingers, make sure your hands are clean! It is people like you who encourage situations to spiral out of control with your attention seeking opinions.

Resident of 19 years.

I think teenagers need to realise there’s more to do with their lives than just get drunk. When did getting drunk become a leisure activity? Honestly, do something productive with your lives!

Tired of drunks.

To everyone who feels they need to have an opinion on the incident that happened a few weeks ago involving some locals and the cops, you’re as gutless as they come, saying someone is spaced out on steroids and not leaving your name. Who gives you the right to judge without knowing.

Love Dirty Mike and the Boyz.

To all the people sending texts to The Monitor about the incident at the club I strongly suggest you keep your opinions to yourselves as people’s lives can be affected due to the small mentality of this town, have a think about it.

J.Red.

HOTIC TOP

Is the election result in Victoria a sign of things to come for Labor in NSW, Queensland and Federally in the coming months?

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The Board that provides a community voice locally Meeting dates

2011 Roxby Downs Sports Person of the Year Awards

Roxby Roadsafe 7 December - 7.30pm Arts & Culture Forum Red Desert Festival Meeting

Nominations are open for Senior and Young Sports Person of Roxby.

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he Roxby Downs Sports & Recreation Forum has again decided on behalf of the community to formally recognise individual sporting achievements with a ‘Sports Person of the Year Award’.

Jack Daly won Young Sports Person at last year’s awards

The award was established in 2007 and includes both a senior and junior category.

“The Sports & Recreation Forum believes that each year wonderful sporting and sporting administrative achievements are undertaken by ordinary people within our community, extending themselves with personal effort or by providing outstanding sporting administrative support to allow others to achieve their sporting potential,” stated the Forum’s Chairperson Kaye Doyle.

She also explained

Roxby Downs

COMMUNITY PERSON OF THE MONTH The Volunteering Partnership is calling for nominations for Community person of the Month.

These new awards will recognise people who have made a signifi cant contribution to the Roxby Downs Community.

Nomination forms will be available from the Roxby Downs Council, The Monitor Newspaper and Big Sky Credit Union and must be received by the 15th of every month.

For further information and nomination forms contact Michelle Hales (08) 8671 0010 or Michelle.Hales@roxbydowns.com.au

that those nominated do not necessarily have to be outstanding athletes and outstanding “team players” or sporting administrators are equally worthy.

“Now is the opportunity to identify those people within our sporting community who, over the past twelve months are considered worthy of recognition,” Ms Doyle said.

Nomination forms can be taken from the Roxby Downs Council Office, The Monitor, RoxFM and Roxby Leisure and returned to the Roxby Downs Sports & Recreation Forum c/o the Roxby Downs Council Office by 5.00 pm on Monday, January 17, 2011.

Please note that all applications will be received and considered in strictest confidence by the Forum with a public announcement

and presentation of a certificate at the 2011 Roxby Downs Australia Day Celebrations.

Persons who by being involved in sport in Roxby Downs in the past 12 months have made an outstanding effort for their chosen sport / sports either as an individual or “team player”; achieved some personal sporting milestone or made an excellent contribution to administrating a sport during the year are highly encouraged to apply.

Nominations may be made by any sporting organisations or individual that resides in Roxby Downs for any individual within the above categories.

Decisions will be made at the sole discretion of the Roxby Downs Sport & Recreation Forum.

December 8 - 7.30pm

JOINING FORUMS If you are interested in joining a forum please contact the following people. New members are always welcome.

ARTS and CULTURE FORUM Rachel Young 0428 671 000 EDUCATION and WORKPLACE TRAINING

Michelle Hales 0418 833 818 SPORT and RECREATION FORUM Kaye Doyle 0419 935 316 COMMUNITY GARDEN Cherie Gaskin 8671 2924 HEALTH FORUM Karen Russell 8671 9020

Community Board Profile Liz Rogers

1. How long have you lived in Roxby Downs?

Four years.

2. What is the best thing about living in Roxby Downs?

No traffic.

3. Are you involved in any other groups, clubs or organisations (if so which ones)?

The Monitor Board.

4. Why did you join the community

board?

To be involved.

5. What do you consider to be the most pressing issue in Roxby Downs?

Isolation, particularly from health services.

6. If you could improve anything in Roxby Downs what would it be?

Shopping, I really miss the retail therapy.

Green tip

Did you know?

Being water wise • •

Take shorter showers by turning the taps off when ‘sudding’ up with soap.

Take cold showers in summer, they increase the circulation. If this doesn’t work for you, try having warm showers instead of hot ones. Tepid water is best for a healthy complexion.

An initiative of the Environment Forum

BOARD MEETINGS

WHO’S ON THE BOARD

CONTACTING THE BOARD

Board meetings are held on the last Monday of the month.

Teresa Baddeley • Darren Smith

For further information, advice or general questions please contact:

Members of the public are welcome to attend and observe.

Michelle Davis • George Giakoumis

Michelle Hales, Executive Officer Roxby Downs Community Board Inc. PO Box 85 Roxby Downs SA 5725 Mobile: 0418 833 818

If you would like to make a presentation or raise an issue, please contact the Executive Officer on 0418 833 818 so that you can be included on the agenda.

Confidential discussions with the Board can be arranged if required.

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Monitor NEWS The

Petra Noble - leaving a void in the Roxby community F

By Millie Thomas

or the past six and a half years Petra Noble has played an important role in the community in her job at the Roxby Hospital and in her numerous roles that go well beyond the job.

WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU The Outback Communities Authority (OCA) is committed to working with and listening to people who live and work in the Outback.

If this is you, have your say about the OCA’s commitment to community engagement – a policy now available for feedback.

This policy, once finalised, will guarantee you have opportunities to keep us informed about your views which in turn could influence our decision-making process into the future.

Please keep an eye out for your letter and feedback form in the post early this month. If it’s easier, you can see the policy on our website at www.oca.sa.gov.au and submit your thoughts online by 31 January 2011 or call us on free call number 1800 640 542.

The OCA is responsible for managing and governing most of the South Australian Outback, where there are more than 30 remote communities, and numerous grazing and farming properties not serviced by local councils.

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What does it mean to be part of a community? Petra is a shining example of being committed to ones community.

The Roxby Downs community is better for the unrelenting behind the scenes work that people such as Petra provide. After living in Roxby for almost six and a half years, the Noble family has decided to move back to Adelaide, but Petra’s vigilance remains in the numerous community based groups and forums that she has been involved in over the years.

S h e t e l l s T h e Mo n i t o r o f h e r experiences with Roxby and the successes of projects she has helped to mentor.

“We moved up to Roxby initially because my husband had work up here, and I had two little children at home with me saying, ‘I want my daddy’,” remembered Petra.

“I’ve worked as a nurse since 1991. I’ve worked in the hospital up here for six and a half years, I was very lucky actually to get a job up here before I moved.”

Before coming to what would presumably be a quieter hospital, Petra worked in a high dependency area of a major suburban hospital.

“Prior to Roxby Health Services, I worked in the neonatal intensive care unit of Flinders.

It was very rewarding. You have someone’s

most prized possession, and they trust you.

Although it’s sad sometimes, when you’re in a helicopter doing retrievals, it’s fantastic and you learn quickly to appreciate your children.”

Petra lives with her two children and husband, who plans to continue working as a fitter and turner in the smelter, while based in Adelaide with the family.

“I think it’s just time for a change, I’ve heard people say, you just know when it’s time to go,” she said.

Although she’s making the big move back to the city, Petra holds fond memories of Roxby, and boasts the town’s development and facilities.

“The services available to families are increasing all the time,” she said. “Now that the Youth Centre is taking off, with Shane in the perfect position for the youth in Roxby, there’s that that’s been covered too.

“I think I’ll miss my friends the most.

I’ve made some very good friends. And the fact that you can go to the Dunes Café or somewhere and they actually know your order!”

However, the basic domestics of the city are still a priority! “I never got used to internet shopping, I’m someone who likes to try things on. So the thing I’ll miss the least is the drive and the wait for the shops. Oh and the severe summer heat!

“The opportunities up here are amazing.

I’m involved with the Parents and Friends Committee at the school, and that’s been amazing.

“I was involved in the FliipSyde Clinic, the Youth Health Advisory Group, the

immunisation programs with the babies, the school and adults, P&F, Dads and Kids, the art performances, Coffee Mornings, mother’s support group for postnatal depression, home visiting support for families and volunteering at the school when I can!

“I don’t think there’s any success that I’ve come across in my volunteering that I can say is the most outstanding. Being involved in the P & F and the amazing quiz nights, the fashion parades and being involved in the Market Day is outstanding.

“Being involved in the local productions and seeing the audience really appreciate your work is outstanding,” said Petra.

“Some of the projects from work, like finally seeing the Youth Program up and running are just so important; working with the teenagers and the health group, and just everything really.

“I actually think we underestimate the abilities of youth and the ideas in their head, I think they have so many, and we need to mentor and foster their ideas.

“We’ve all been there, we’ve all made the mistakes, and I think sometimes we need to remember that. I really enjoy working with the youth, I find them amazing.”

Petra said, “Once in Adelaide, I’m going to take some time off, to make sure my kids transition properly, and then who knows!

“I would like to say thankyou to the community for all of their support. The opportunities out there are fantastic if you actually go out there and find them,” she concluded.

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Not so good, if you are a customer of the Big Four – who are now making customers pay significantly more to have a home loan or to enter the home loan market after their recent decisions to raise interest rates post the official RBA increase in the cash rate.

The consolation prize is clearly the decision by at least one bank to remove their exit fees on home loans – or is it? This is not something new – as matter of fact ASIC (Australian Securities Industries Commission) had detected the findings of unfair exit fees and had put in progress the plan for financial institutions to fall in line quite some time ago. It just seems rather convenient that with the huge hikes in interest rates the banks are only NOW adjusting their fees.

What Australia needs to realise is that the Big Four may have a balloon approach to its fees and charges – eliminate the exit fee, and the charge will pop up somewhere else, under a new name. Australia is unique in general as application fees on mortgages are well below the rest of the world. Now that the banks have ‘eliminated’ unfair exit fees, will their application fees go up? Making it even harder for your average Australian to ‘live the dream’ and purchase their own home?

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It may not on the surface seem like that big a deal – however when you examine it further, you realise that this is a saving of over $10,000 for the life of a home loan. It is even more compelling – when you think about the fact that this is only one round of interest rate increases – if there are more and the gap widens – then you may well be continuing to fund the profitability of the banks.

Interestingly, Big Sky has never had exit fees or ongoing fees for home loans. Nor has Big Sky ever had application or ongoing fees on our credit cards.

Big Sky is in existence for its members and does not have shareholders to please – therefore all the benefits are returned to members. I know where I would rather be in these uncertain times, where more interest rate rises are expected.

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Dance Troupe perfom a Hip Hop dance to Fuego

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Beat cancer with your diet

ecent research suggests that modifiable risk factors are contributing to more than a third of cancers.

Aim to have a diet rich in grains, fruit and vegetables for a healthy body

Such factors include being overweight or obese, having a low fruit and vegetable intake, physical inactivity, and smoking or alcohol use.

Diet-related cancers in Australia account for the loss of more than 7000 potential years of life.

Between 30-40 percent of cancers are diet related, including bowel, breast and stomach.

Colon cancer affects ap p rox i m atel y 9 5 0 0 Australians and kills around 3500 every year.

Breast cancer is the most common cause of cancer death in women.

Improving your diet can help protect your body

against cancer.

We have known for some time that reducing your dietary intake of fat (particularly saturated fat) and salt, eating more plant foods rich in dietary fibre and phytochemicals, maintaining a healthy body weight and drinking alcohol in moderation are important considerations in cancer prevention.

A diet rich in grains, fruit and vegetables is particularly important.

Not only are these foods low in fat and high in fibre, but they also contain antioxidants, which help to fight cancer.

These antioxidants work to mop up the free radicals, or unstable molecules in your body, that can cause changes to cells that lead to cancer.

Antioxidants are still big news, but it seems not all

antioxidants are equal.

Some human research has found it difficult to separate the benefit of antioxidants from the other healthy parts of the diet.

It seems that antioxidant function may work best in natural foods and there may be synergies between other antioxidants and bioactives/ phytochemicals/nutrients in the food that create the greatest benefit.

Along with these guidelines, The Cancer Council Australia recommends eating meat in moderation — three to four serves of cooked, lean red meat each week.

You should also limit high heat forms of cooking meat such as barbecuing as the smoking and charring of meat can also cause the production of harmful,

cancer-causing chemicals like nitrosamines and heterocyclic amines.

However, exciting new research is showing that culinary herbs may help.

Adding some rosemary to barbecued lamb, for example, helps to prevent the formation of cancercausing compounds.

For similar reasons it also pays to watch out for smoked foods like smoked fish and bacon.

The Cancer Council of Australia recommends that you limit or avoid drinking alcohol.

Their guidelines are to have one or two alcoholfree days a week and limit yourself on other days to no more than one standard drink for women and two standard drinks for men.

S o u r c e : Wo m e n ’ s Weekly

Exercise less, lose weight more W

e all know that one of the cornerstones of successful weight management is to be more physically active — that’s a no brainer — but it’s one thing to know something and it’s another to actually do it.

You don’t have to lift weights for hours to be fit!

For a good night’s sleep, go for a run!

It has long been known that living a full and active life helps people sleep better, but a new US study has pinpointed aerobic exercise as a key element in making sure you get enough rest at night.

A study at Chicago’s Northwestern University followed the progress of 23 previously inactive adults on an exercise program, mostly women of 55 and older, all with sleep problems, Reuters reported.

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So many excuses... I’m too tired, the kids need me, I’m not feeling well, it’s raining, it’s too cold, it’s too hot, I don’t like feeling sweaty and so on... but here’s the best news for all you exercise procrastinators: you don’t have to walk for hours on end to lose weight. In fact, in a recent study conducted

by the University of NSW and the Garvan Institute, 45 overweight women were put through a 20 minute cycling regime over 15 weeks in which they sprinted on a stationary bike for eight seconds followed by 12 seconds of cycling lightly.

“They lost three times more weight as other women who exercised at a continuous, regular pace for 40 minutes,” UNSW Associate Professor Steve Boutcher said.

Their success was due to higher amounts of chemical compounds called catecholamines that are

The researchers found that after the 16-week aerobic program, which included treadmill training as well as work-outs on an exercise bike, average sleep quality improved.

“Most of poor sleepers became good sleepers,” Dr Phyllis Zee said.

Dr Zee said an earlier study using tai chi had shown less significant results as did a control group doing non-physical activities, such as cooking classes or museum visits.

“This is the first time that I’m aware of where we’ve looked at the benefits of aerobic exercise as a

pro duce d in increa sing amounts when linked to i nt e r v a l s p r i nt i n g ; t h e resulting chemical reaction drives greater weight loss. The scientists believe the regime would also be applicable to swimming, walking, running and rowing. But if you have ever tried to run or cycle flat out for 8 seconds with 12 seconds recovery and then flat for 8 seconds and keep that going for 20 minutes, you will know that it is hard work especially if you are a bit out of shape.

“Walking for 60 minutes, seven times a week does not

result in much fat loss, usually 1.15kg over 15 weeks – for a lot of overweight people this is going to be a revolution,” Professor Boutcher said.

Other researchers have teste d the 8/12 se cond interval training with positive results especially in terms of increasing fat loss in women.

The scientists found their method could “spot reduce” troublesome areas such as legs and bottoms...does my bum look fat in this? Not any more ... I’ve been doing interval training!

Source: Women’s Weekly

treatment modality in a population with insomnia,” Dr Zee said.

“We tell them to get regular exercise. But we really don’t emphasise how to exercise.”

The subjects also reported better moods, more vitality and fewer symptoms of depression.

“Vitality is everything,” Dr Zee said.

“It’s how somebody feels, how alert. If you think about the complaints of poor health, people will always say, ‘I feel so tired’.”

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Mum’s Success Story

Leanne Faulkner is an amazing woman. Her story is simple and beautiful and I think it needs to be told. Her story is an inspiration for any person who asks themselves “can I do it”?

A few years ago Leanne decided to save a goat from imminent death by bringing it home from our local RSPCA. At the same time as parents we were battling to help our 5 year old son Liam who was suffering from eczema on his arms and legs. These two separate events have transformed our lives completely and now tens of thousands Australians and now around the world.

On picking up “Jenny” the goat (named after Jenny from the Forest Gump movie) Leanne was asked if she was aware that the goat would need milking for the next few months. In shock although undeterred Leanne learn’t how to and then religiously milked Jenny twice a day on our small acreage in Ourimbah NSW. As Leanne researched possible www.themonitor.com.au

treatments for Liam’s skin condition there were several sources saying that goat milk soap had been beneficial for some so Leanne enrolled in a weekend course to learn how to make hand made soap. Before long in our kitchen she was producing her very own home and hand made goat’s milk soap. Trial and error produced a very special blend that worked and cured Liam’s condition.

Soon after Leanne took Jenny and two more “saved” goats to our local agricultural show in Gosford and at the last moment decided to take her soap as well. Much to her surprise the soap bars sold out within the first hours of the show and over those next few weeks people began ringing asking for more and saying how much they loved the soap. It has been an absolute roller coaster ride ever since.

Five years later and after leaving her corporate career, Leanne is now producing up to 20 000 bars of that same recipe soap every week and selling them in over 2000 health food

store and chemist outlets around Australia. She struck a deal with MYER last year and the soap was just named the NUMBER 1 product in its category and supplier of the year.

She has recently launched her soap in every DAVID JONES and TARGET store around Australia. Exporting has been growing and the sky is the limit! Over the last 12 months she has won many awards including The NSW Business chamber “Business of the Year” and the central coast “Business of the year for Women in manufacturing. The key to this incredible story is Leanne’s underlying and undying belief in her products and herself.

As part of her business practices she donates her soap to woman’s refuges, youth support centres and nursing homes. She gets countless letters, emails and phone calls everyday from pregnant woman, mothers of new born babies, men and many

people with skin conditions just like this one recently...

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Be considerate when making a donation

By Celeste Lustosa

Volunteers from the Andamooka Country Women’s Association (CWA) Op Shop have urged the community to keep donating to the shop but to be more considerated when making their donations.

Amazingly enough, things such as broken furniture, dirty diapers and medication have been dropped at the Op Shop bin located at Roxby Downs’ petrol station.

According to volunteer Val Harrison, the Op Shop accepts any donations but people should consider if what they are donating can actually be sold at the shop later.

“We are also very concerned that some of the things people are disposing of at the BP Op Shop bin are dangerous and should have

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been disposed properly. Just the other day, people threw medication there and we worry that children could find it and harm themselves,” Mrs Harrison said.

The volunteer also explained that some of the things donated only mean extra work for the volunteers because the conditions are bad or they will just have to be thrown away.

“We are lucky we have my husband and another volunteer’s husband that help us and dispose of the rubbish donated to the shop in the dump. But sometimes they have to do it two or three times in one week,” Mrs Harrison added.

All the things they sell in the shop come from donations from residents of this region and some from Adelaide and the money is used to support charity in the Roxby Downs

and Andamooka communities.

It’s important to remember that everyone who works in the CWA Op Shop is a volunteer and the community should be a lot more considerate when making a donation, which means cleaning clothes and objects, and never donating broken or torn things.

Also remember that the Op Shop can offer you and your family great products at a special price and you wouldn’t want to surprise your children with a broken bed like the one pictured on this page.

The shop is open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9am – 1pm. To find out more information, or to express your interest in volunteering call 8672 7044, 8672 7171 or 8672 7125.

Andamooka Community Pool

he Andamooka Community Pool, situated at Andamooka Primary School, needs qualified lifeguards as volunteers.

APOMA has financed a lifeguard and senior first aid courses for those participants willing to qualify and then volunteer their time over the swimming season, so the pool can be kept open for

the community.

“The pool has been available for the community through the generosity of volunteers for many years. We believe the pool is a vital respite for Andamooka especially during our summers when the heat becomes extreme,” said one of the volunteers Therese Schofield.

She also said that “If you have a current senior first aid certifi-

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cate, are willing to obtain a DECS police check and to volunteer a little of your time over the swim season, then your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

“The more volunteers we have, the more opportunities we have to keep the pool open for longer, and more often.”

Therese also said that they are applying for a grant with BHP Billiton in order to be able to pay

GOLF CLUB The Andamooka Golf Club is looking for people interested in becoming a member of the club.

There will be regular compeƟƟons throughout the next season for those who like to challenge themselves.

Membership prices are: $50 for full membership, $20 for social membership, $10 for junior membership.

There are also unique membership packages available at present, but they are going fast, so join now. For enquires call Carolyn Eime on 0429 964 045 or Therese Schofield on 0427 334 883.

the people who watch the pool.

“BHP has been really generous and supportive to our community and we will apply for grants for the community pool so we can hire people to watch it, instead of depend on volunteers,” Therese added.

If you are able to help out please call 0427 334 883 for more details.

COMMUNITY BUS The Andamooka Community Bus is managed by APOMA and it’s made available for all children’s sports commitments throughout the year. All compeƟƟve sport is played in Roxby Downs and the bus was purchased to enable Andamooka children to parƟcipate. Volunteers drive the bus so the children can get to their chosen seasonal games and training sessions all year long.

If you have children who play in Roxby and you are willing to help and volunteer some of your Ɵme, please contact APOMA on 8672 7152.

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Ph: (08) 8672 7007 Fax: (08) 8672 7062 www.andamookaopal.com.au Email: peter@andamooka.au.com

Lyn Breuer MP

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Working with the community, For the community.

For appointments call Lyn’s office Phone: 8645 7800 Fax: 8645 0713 Email: giles@parliament.sa.gov.au Westland Shopping Centre Whyalla Norrie, SA 5608

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HEALTH ROXBY DOWNS’ FAMILY PRACTICE Phone: 8671 3231 ROXBY DOWNS’ DENTAL Dr. Harry Craven Phone: 8671 9031 Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm ROXBY DOWNS’ MEDICAL PRACTICE Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm Saturday & Sunday 2pm-5pm by appointment.

Andamooka on Tuesday 9am-12pm Phone: 8671 1900 VISITING ALLIED HEALTH SERVICE Phone: 8648 5500 • PODIATRIST - 24 December Phone: 8648 5706 • DIABETES EDUCATOR - 9 & 10 December Phone: 8648 5800 • OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST -9 & 10 December • SPEECH PATHOLOGIST - 9 & 10 December • PHYSIOTHERAPIST - 9 & 10 December • COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH WORKER - 9 & 10 December • DIETICIAN - 24 December • CAMHS - 9 & 10 December • PHARMACY - 9 & 10 December • DASSA - 24 December HEARING SERVICES 9:00am-2:30pm Monday to Friday Phone:1800 006 303 DOCTOR’S NEW SPECIALISED DRUG Phone: 1800 700 270 (Number for Medicare Use) CRISIS CARE COUNSELLING Uniting Care Wesley Port Augusta Regional Women’s and Children’s Support Services: 1800 655 716 Crisis care line:13 16 11 For immediate response if feeling stressed call 0428 326 529 to speak with a counsellor 24/7 BREASTFEEDING ROXBY DOWNS’ GROUP 1:30pm - 3:00pm Third Tuesday of the month.

At the Roxby Downs Public Library.

CHURCH ROXBY DOWNS’ LUTHERAN CHURCH Services are 10:30 am every Sunday Sunday School is 9:30am every Sunday during term time. (there are no evening services) FAITHWORKS’ CHRISTIAN CHURCH An Assemblies Church meets every Sunday 10.30 am at Roxby Downs School Chapel Keith Moody Phone: 0414 570 871 ST. BARBARA’S PARISH CATHOLIC CHURCH 78 Pioneer Drive, Roxby Downs Saturday @ 6.00pm Sunday @ 9.00am

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm Saturday and Sunday Phone: 8671 2001 CULTURAL & LEISURE PRECINCT - MOVIES Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday Phone: 8671 2001 ROXBY DOWNS TODDLERS’ STORY TIME 9:30am - 11:00am Tuesday & Thursday (repeated) Meet at Roxby Downs Library during school Terms Only ANDAMOOKA TODDLERS’ STORY TIME 10:30am Monday - Fun for 1-4 years.

Phone: 8672 7018 Meet at Andamooka Community Library PLAYGROUP - St. Barbara’s Parish School Wednesday 9:30am & Thursday 1:00pm Call School: 8671 3207 PLAYGROUP - Roxby Downs Kindergarten 9:30am - 11:00am Friday. Contact Kylie 8671 2447 ANDAMOOKA PLAYGROUP 9:00am - 10:00am Tuesday ROXBY DOWNS’ HEALTH SERVICES COFFEE MORNING 9:30am - 11:00am Thursday Meet at the Dunes Café RAPTORS CYCLING CLUB 8:00am Sunday Social bike riding group. Meet at Stuart Road roundabout ROXBY DOWNS CHILDCARE 6:30am-5:30pm Monday to Friday Phone: 8671 0911 ANDAMOOKA CHILDCARE 7:30am-5:30pm Monday to Friday ROXBY EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY GROUP 3 yr old program Mon and Thurs 8.45am -12.15pm 4 yr old program Tue 8.45am – 11.45am Contact Gail 0439 683 609 RDRCCC •Races every 3rd Sunday of the month at the Red Dunes Raceway. Support and sponsors needed for track improvements. For more information please call the Club President, Trent Burton on 0417 235 779 or see our website: www.rdrccc.info CINEMA AUGUSTA (Pt Augusta) Current Movies: Dorothy the Dinosaur, Harry Potter 7, Life as We Know It, Jack Ass in 3D, Narnia – The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. Contact 8648 9999 ROTARY OF ROXBY DISTRICT XMAS PAGEANT Saturday, December 4. Stay tuned for more details, or contact Sandy Sumsion from Rotary on 0400 366 619 FUNDRAISER FOR PIKE RIVER MINERS Friday December 3rd at Olympic Dam Football Club. $15 per head, BBQ dinner, live music. Proceeds going to the Keane family and the Pike River Miners Relief Fund Trust.

ANNUAL ROXBY TOY RUN Saturday, December 4, participating bikers to congregate down the main street at 11:00am - spectators welcome. Donations of gifts or money can be made to Brenton Liney - 0408 544 465

“More clothes stores and more fresh food.”

Chelsea James

“ A shopping centre like a Kmart - for more cheap variety.”

Zion, Kyra Kerehi and Destiny

“Better variety of clothes shops and a proper butcher.”

Skye Kelly

GENERAL INFORMATION

Contact Fr Kevin Matthews on Phone 8671 0925

ANDAMOOKA/ROXBY BIBLE CHURCH 10:00am Sundays, Worship Service 6.30pm Fridays, Kids Club, 7 years + Phone: 8672 7213 ROXBY DOWNS CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH •cnr Tutop and Burgoyne Streets •Office: 38 Pioneer Drive Priest: Mary Lewis Ph: 8671 0270 email: m.lewis@bushchurchaid.com.au Worship Services: Saturday 4:00pm KFC (Kids for Christ-during school term) 5:30pm Shared Tea 6:15pm ALL ages Sunday 10:00am (with crèche facilities) 2:00pm at Andamooka Healing Service: 6pm on the 2nd Sunday in the month Midweek Meetings: Tuesday 6am Prayer 10am Open Church - coffee, chat & sharing of crafts Wednesday 7pm Home Group Thursday 9:30am Know your Bible Study Group Saturday 5pm Youth (12-15 years old) For details on any of the events phone 8671 0270

A number of developers are ready to spend in Roxby - What types of shops or services do you want in Roxby and why?

MT DARE HOTEL - 8am – 9pm Open every day OUTBACK COMMUNITY GARDENS - Phone: 8671 2892 ROXBY ROAD SAFE - Phone: 8671 2892

COMMUNITY MEETINGS Community members are welcome to attend any meeting of the Roxby Downs Community Board, Forums and Partnerships - see schedule on the Community Matters page. For more information call Michelle Hales on 8671 0010 ROTARY CLUB - ROXBY DISTRICT 1st and 3rd Monday of the month For more information contact Sandy Sumsion ph: 0400 366 619 ANDAMOOKA OPAL GIRL GUIDES Andamooka Community Hall Mondays from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Phone: 0427 072 710 OUTBACK MULTI-CULTURAL GROUP Phone: 8671 2892

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Notice of Road Closure RICHARDSON PLACE Section 33 Road Traffic Act 1961

Is hereby given that the Administrator of the Roxby Downs Council on 3 November 2010 made the following orders; That the Administrator of the Council exercises the power vested in the Administrator under the Roxby Downs (Indenture Ratification) Act 1982 and Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 and Clause F of the instrument of General Approval of the Minister 28 November 1999.

Pursuant to Section 33(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 declare that the event described below is to take place on the road described below is an event to which Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 applies; and Pursuant to Section 33(1) (a) of the Road Traffic Act 1961, make an order directing that the road on which the event is to be held and any adjacent or adjoining roads specified below can be closed to all traffic except police and emergency vehicles and vehicles involved in the event for the period commencing 2.00pm on Saturday 4 December 2010 until 12.30am on Sunday 5 December 2010.

EVENT: ROXBY DOWNS COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PAGEANT 2010 LOCATION: RICHARDSON PLACE ADJACENT / ADJOINING ROADS: Burgoyne Street, Arcoona Street, Norman Place, Roxby Club Car Park Entrance into Richardson Place and Tavern Road Pursuant to Section 33 (1) (b) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 make an order directing that persons taking part in the event be exempted in relation to the road from duty, to observe the Australian Road Rules specified below subject to any conditions described below and attached to the exemption.

Australian Road rules Exemption and Conditions Rule 230: Crossing the road Rule 234: Crossing the road on or near a crossing for pedestrians Rule 238: Pedestrians travelling along the road.

W. J. Boehm Administrator 3 November 2010

POSITIONS VACANT Cafe Coordinator (Full Time) Roxby Leisure is seeking an experienced Cafe Manager for our trendy & fast paced cafe located in the heart of Roxby Downs Cultural Precinct.

Dunes Cafe offers customers the best in breakfast & lunch selections (not to mention the coffee!)

As Cafe Coordinator you will lead a dedicated team, enjoy a great team environment, excellent working standards, great incentives and many more benefits. You will be rewarded with not only a great salary but a great work/life balance.

To be considered for this position you must have the following: • Experience in food service/cafe management • Experience with training and developing staff • An ability to cost functions & cater for events • Experience managing budgets • Experience with stock control and labour costs • Excellent barista & food handling skills • Solid knowledge of food safety regulations • Flexible start date APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO: Michael Esposito - Operations Manager Roxby Leisure PO Box 300, Roxby Downs SA 5725 Phone: 08 8671 0500 or 0448 882 186 Email: michael@roxbyleisure.com

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Woomera & Districts Football League Inc.

FOR SALE

Woomera & Districts Football League Inc AGM

Tender Opportunities

Tenders for the bar/gate taker and the canteen for the 2011 football season are now open.

Interested parties should contact The Secretary at; woomeradistrictsfl@ sanflcfl.com.au or PO Box 330 Roxby Downs 5725 or email Tenders in by 31st December 2010

Woomera & Districts Football League Inc AGM Thursday 9th December 2010 7.30pm Community Club Will be voting on some constitutional changes All positions vacant All welcome Please attend

POSITIONS VACANT Visitor Information Centre & Art Gallery Coordinator (Full Time)

BUSINESS for Sale Roxby Ice. Expressions of Interest please call Marsha on 8671 3302.

GERRY’S DUBLIN MEATS Top quality, grain fed meat at affordable prices!!

Great value, mix and match meat packs.

PH: 8529 2229 PUBLIC NOTICE

105.5 RoxFM Inc. Annual General M e e t i n g Ro x F M invite all members and interested parties to the 2010 AGM. Monday December 12 at The Club 7PM in the beer garden.

FOR RENT

As Visitor Information Centre & Art Gallery Coordinator, you will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service by greeting and acknowledging visitors and customers, being proactive and service-focused, assisting with enquiries and product information, encouraging sales at all times and exceeding customer expectations in all areas.

3 bedroom house, above ground pool, 40x20 fully insulated shed, newly renovated bathroom, $560 per week neg. available now 0427 514 572

Power Outage Sunday 5 December

The Visitor Information Centre & Art Gallery is the first point of contact for visitor enquiries and a focal point for tourism & local arts.

2.00am to 5.00am

The successful applicant will: • Have in-depth knowledge & an understanding of the history of Roxby Downs.

• Have basic computer skills, and experience with retail POS systems.

• Enjoy working in a busy customer-focused team environment.

• Have experience in a similar role.

• Have the ability to motivate staff to perform to a high standard.

• Be self motivated, innovative, and flexible.

Affected areas: • •

Roxby Downs Township Olympic Dam Industrial Estate including Olympic Village & Olympic Dam Airport

Please call the Power Outage Hotline on 1800 728 472 with any queries.

To be considered for the position, it is essential that you: • Be a competent all-round team player.

• Be reliable, punctual and hardworking.

• Be available to work normal business hours + occasional weekends.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO: Michael Esposito - Operations Manager Roxby Leisure PO Box 300, Roxby Downs SA 5725 Phone: 08 8671 0500 or 0448 882 186 Email: michael@roxbyleisure.com

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PUBLIC NOTICES

POSITION VACANT

Finance Officer

Want to buy or sell in Roxby Downs?

The cheapest and most effective way of reaching more people in the district and the far north is to advertise in The Monitor.

Council seeks the services of a Finance Officer to assist in the financial management of Council’s municipal, water and electrical operations.

A range of financial accounting and bookkeeping duties will be required to be undertaken including reconciliation of general ledger, bank reconciliation, financial management of funds, payments of accounts, preparation of Business Activity Statements, budget updates and overseeing financial controls, debtors and creditors in conjunction with Council’s external accountant.

Experience in the operation management of business financials is essential with formal financial qualifications desirable.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Roxby Downs Council Workplace Agreement (2006) and classified at a level 4 or 5 depending on skills and experience.

An Information package including job and person specification is available from the Council Office phone 08 8671 0010 or email roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au during business hours.

Written applications addressed to the Administrator must be submitted by the closing date and consist of a formal application letter and a Resume.

Applications may be sent by: •

Post to the Roxby Downs Council Office, PO Box 124 Richardson Place, Roxby Downs SA 5725 or

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Email: roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au

Further enquiries may be directed to Michelle Hales, Manager Community Development, Governance and Strategic Support on 8671 0010.

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Police move to new Station this month

Post Office makes little girl’s day Lisa and Sienna Wilson and Leah Caden - The Post Office ran a lucky draw during a clearance sale earlier this month. Sienna was the winner of the main prize, an electronic skateboard!

Sienna’s mum, Lisa said “It’s exciting!

Her older sister and Dad will get a lot of fun out of it!”

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n Monday, December 13, 2010, most modern in the Sate and will incorporate the Roxby Downs Police Station, a court house and holding cells that comply Richardson Place, Roxby Downs will with the latest police standards. be decommissioned as a Police Station.

Local Police will move in to the new Police Station located at 7-11 Burgoyne Street, Roxby Downs on that date. During the move there will be interrupted service delivery at the front counter during the transfer of technical equipment from one station to the other on that day.

The new state of the art station in the Far North will house the 10 police officers that serve the district and if the crime investigation position is filled more staff will come on board.

The new Roxby Downs Police station is the

Police News

NOTICE INITIATING NEGOTIATIONS WITH NATIVE TITLE PARTIES MINING ACT 1971 (SA) SECTION 63M

On Thursday, the 25th of November 25, 2010 at about 10 p.m. a male was arrested in relation to a warrant for failing to appear in Court.

Later Thursday evening, a vehicle was reported driving in an erratic manner on Axehead Road. Thanks to the assistance from members of the public, the vehicle was located and a male was arrested for failing to truthfully answer questions put to him in relation to who was driving his vehicle. He was bailed to appear in Court at a later date.

Over the weekend Police cracked down on bad behaviour in Licensed Premises. On Friday, f November 27, 2010, two males were arrested at the Roxby Downs Tavern for failing to leave when requested and returning after being told to leave. A further six people were evicted. Three people were issued barring notices preventing them from re entering licenced premises.

On Saturday, November 27, 2010, a male was reported for driving an unregistered, uninsured and defected vehicle on Olympic Way between Olympic Dam and Roxby Downs.

Police and CFS were called to a fire in a rear yard on Stuart Road Roxby Downs. A BBQ caught fire, however home owners acted quickly and the fire was out prior to emergency services arriving.

Expiation Notices were issued to motorists for talking on their mobile phone whilst driving; failing to wear a seat belt whilst driving and exceeding the speed limit. A male in one of the vehicles was arrested for Breaching his Bail issued the previous night.

In the early hours of Sunday morning, November 28, 2010, a male was arrested for breaching his bail.

Two other males were arrested at the Roxby Downs Club again for failing to leave the licensed premises when requested. All were issued with barring notices and bailed to appear in court at a later date.

Six motorists were issued with defect notices for failing to maintain vehicle standards. Police again remind drivers of their obligation to ensure their vehicle is maintained to the appropriate standards prior to driving it.

ATHENA MINES PTY LTD (ACN 119 016 830) of Suite 304, 22 St Kilda Road, St Kilda, Victoria 3182, mining operator, proposes to carry out mining operations on the following land (land): DESCRIPTION OF AREA The land is located in the State of South Australia, approximately 30 km northeast of Woomera, in the INTERCEPT HILL AREA and is the land bounded as follows: Commencing at a point being the intersection of latitude 31º00’S and longitude 137º00’E, thence east to longitude 137º11’E, south to latitude 31º02’S, east to longitude 137º17’E, south to latitude 31º06’S, west to longitude 137º06’E, south to latitude 31º15’S, west to longitude 137º00’E, and north to the point of commencement.

AREA: 423 square kilometres approximately.

The general nature of the proposed mining operations that are to be carried out on the land is as follows: Exploratory operations to determine the geological structure of the land and presence of mineralisation, which (without limiting that general description) may include the following: reconnaissance activities such as mapping and gridding; aerial and other photography; airborne and ground magnetic, electromagnetic, radiometric, seismic, gravity and electrical surveying; geochemical sampling; water sampling; hydrological studies; trenching; drilling including rotary mud and diamond core; and downhole probing.

The proposed operations are authorized by the following exploration authority under the Mining Act 1971: Exploration Licence 4164, of which ATHENA MINES PTY LTD is the current registered holder.

ATHENA MINES PTY LTD seeks to negotiate a native title mining agreement under Part 9B of the Mining Act 1971.

Note: IF, two (2) months after this notice is given as required by the Mining Act 1971, there are no persons registered under the law of the State or Commonwealth as the holders of, or claimants to, native title in the land, ATHENA MINES PTY LTD may apply ex parte to the Environment, Resources and Development Court for a summary determination authorizing entry to the land for the purpose of carrying out mining operations on the land, and the conduct of mining Any person who holds or may hold native title in the land who requires further information regarding this notice is invited to contact the proponent ATHENA MINES PTY LTD as follows: 1.

Contact telephone number: 0412367937 or contact facsimile number: (07) 4635 6867 2.

If a company: a) A.C.N: 119 016 830 (ATHENA MINES PTY LTD) b) Contact person: Dr. Hugh Herbert

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The phone number of the new Police Station is also changing to:08 86714200 This is for local administration matters only.

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JUNIOR BASKETBALL

Men 23/11/10 Miners 57pts def Chocies 17pts Jake Roberts 33pts, Cody Kenny 10pts and Nic Thomson 7pts

Results

Devils 63pts def Rollers 20pts Tyson Hornhardt, Cameron Green 14pts each and Arie Pariwond 7pts

RESULTS FROM ROUND 6 27th Nov 10 UNDER 12 GIRLS Magic 29 points defeated Phoenix 10 points Slamdunks 26 points defeated Lightning 16 points

Andamooka 57pts def Magics 27pts Todd Paull 18pts, Jamal McKenzie 16pts and Ethan Zeptner 10pts, Wes Knights 8pts B Women 25/11/10 Dynamite 51pts def Eagles 23pts Kylie Ingrum 35pts, Naomi Bowley 6pts and Abby Hick 8pts Cougars 58pts def Phoenix 41pts Hannah Rigden 16pts, Mel Rigden 14pts and Kira Allen 18 Pts, Abby Hick 13pts Jets had the BYE

UNDER 12 BOYS Lakers 17 points defeated Pistons 15 points Bulls 42 points defeated Mavericks 26 points

A Women 25/11/10 Bulls 32pts def Hypo’s 29pts J Sullivan 11pts, Rikki Weaver 6pts and Elysiha McCarthy 11pts, Belinda White 6pts Miners Red forfeited to Miners White

UNDER 14 GIRLS Bulls 20 points defeated Flames 17 points Eagles 35 points defeated Magic 25 points

Above: Hayley Wurfel of the Phoenix who were defeated by Magic on Saturday.

Right: Alyssa Saxton from Lightning played a hard game against the Slamdunks also on Saturday

Celebrating after their first win in the local cricket league are the Andamooka boys.

Captain Ben Plachta would like to thank his team and the effort they put in for their first win. Absent were Tim Swanson and Dan Reid at the time of the photo.

Andamooka’s first win!

Andamooka lost the toss in humid and damp conditions as Woomera chose to bat. Starting very well was Adam Willis and Chris Pillar (Woomera) putting on a solid partnership of 63 for no wickets as drinks come after 20 overs.

First ball back after drinks Rajesh Mani had Chris Pillar caught behind by Kieron Wright for 26. Then in came D. Sexton who was quickly dismissed for one run, again by Rajesh Mani. The collapse did not stop there as Paul Francis was holding things together down the other end with having Adam Willis caught behind by Ben Plachta in the slips for 48.

The next top score for Woomera was Joey Payne equal with Micky Ingold with 5 runs. Rajesh Mani was the star for Andamooka taking 5 for 25 off his 8 overs and Paul Francis a very tight spell of 2 for 14 off his 8 overs. Troy Mulders and Ross Mill also chipped in each with a wicket each to clean up the tail.

Andamooka started well with Ben Plachta and Greg Weltner opening the bat putting on 36 before Plachta was caught by Paul Watkinson in the cover point area off of Mick Ingold making a hard earnt 25.

Kieron Wright did not last long with Adam Willis taking a screamer of a catch off his boot dismissing him for 4 off of yet again the bowling of Mick Ingold.

Greg Weltner did very well holding up his end and batting past drinks in very hard batting conditions before getting out on 14 off of Ingold.

Andamooka were in trouble at 7/ 74 as James Beenham came to the crease and was quickly sent back bowled by Joey Payne. The score was 8/84 and both sides were feeling the pressure as this game was coming down to the wire as Joey Payne picked up another wicket of Tim Swanson who made 12 very valuable runs. This left Dan Reid (9no) and the bowling start Rajesh Mani who took Andamooka over the line finishing the game at 9/98.

Mick Ingold was one of the stars for Woomera as he took 4/16 off his 8 overs and Adam Willis bowling very tight as normal with 1 wicket for 5 runs off his 8 overs. Joey Payne added with 2/23 off his 8.

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Woomera Batting 1. Chris Pillar c keeper Wright b Mani 2. Adam Willis c Ben Plachta b Francis 3. D. Sexton c Mulders b Mani 4. D. Nicholls b Francis 5. A. Searle c Reid b Mani 6. Joey Payne c Beenham b Mani for 7. S. Turner c. Wright b Mulders 8. Paul Watkinson c Mulders b Mani 9.Young b Mill 10. Mick Ingold c Wright b Mulders 11. Strawbridge not out

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Andamooka Bowling 1. Ben Plachta 2 maidens 0 wickets 23runs off 8 2. Andy Taylor 0 maidens 0 wickets 25 runs off 6 3. Paul Francis 3 maidens 2 wickets 14 runs off 8 4. Rajesh Mani 1 maiden 5 wickets 25 runs off 8 5. Troy Mulders 1 maiden 2 wickets 6 runs off 3 6. Ross Mill 0 maidens 1 wicket 1 run off 1.3 Andamooka Batting.

1. Ben Plachta c Watkinson b Ingold 2. Greg Weltner c Sexton b Ingold 3. Kieron Wright c Willis b Ingold 4. Ross Mill b Willis 5. Troy Mulders c Watkinson b Ingold 6. Paul Francis b Turner 7. Tim Swanson b Payne 8. James Beenham b Payne 9. Dan Reid not out 10.Rajesh Mani run out 11.Andy Taylor not out

UNDER 15 BOYS Magic 18 points defeated Lightning 13 points Thunder 57 points defeated Cavaliers 21 points Lakers 41 points defeated Bulls 18 points UNDER 17 GIRLS Bullets 29 points defeated Pistons 25 points Panthers 43 points defeated Lightning 31 points UNDER 18 BOYS and GIRLS Hornets 29 points defeated Bullets 24 points Eagles 40 points defeated Magic 32 points

BELOW: Sharleen Lloyd plays a high forehand in her match last week.

Tennis Results for this week Fri 26/11 Uranium 10 sets, 71 games def Platinum 5 sets, 50 games Sat 27/11 Gold 11 sets, 70 games def Copper 1 set, 26 games

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Woomera Bowling.

1. J. Payne 1 maiden 2 wickets 23 runs off 8 overs 2. A. Willis 5 maidens 1 wicket 5 runs off 8 overs 3. A. Searle 0 maidens 0 wickets 31 runs off 6 overs 4. M. Ingold 1 maiden 4 wickets 16 runs off 8 overs 5. S. Turner 1 maiden 1 wicket 16 runs off 3 overs

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Nick hangs steps down after a busy decade

By Millie Thomas

Everybody knows Nick Backhouse.

Whether you go to him for your aches and pains at the Roxby Downs Pharmacy, or play against him in one of the many sports he is involved in, his active lifestyle means he’s hard to miss!

Nick is currently involved in Roxby Downs Swimming Club, netball and volleyball. He has in the past played football, hockey, basketball, squash, softball, touch football and tiddlywinks.

He has been involved in basketball in Roxby Downs for 10 years and after a busy decade of sports of every kind, Nick has decided to give up his role as the Roxby Downs Basketball League’s President, leaving the position open to anyone who is interested. Nick tells The Monitor of his involvement in basketball and the changes he’s seen. “I started playing in 1999, the year I arrived in Roxby,” said Nick. “I was recruited by then President Mark Whittaker to the B grade Jets side - incidentally the team I have played with every season since then.

“Mark was a mentor to me helping me learn the game and encouraging me when I started umpiring a couple of years later. Particularly when you first start umpiring it is difficult and it made a huge difference having someone like Mark around with a kind word and a bit of reassurance it will get easier.

“In the year 2000 I joined the committee as treasurer. In 2005 I became President,” he said.

So what attracted Nick to become so dedicated to this particular sport, especially when he is involved in so many oth-

ers? “Originally it was the flashy moves and speed of a good basketball game that made me want to play,” said Nick. “I love that a player can grab the ball in the back court, dribble round two or three players and then stick it in the hole. Not that I could ever do that mind, but it was good fun watching the others.

“I like the backchat to the umpires the least. Having umpired a few million basketball games I have come in for more than my share.”

Nick has experienced every aspect of the sport. He’s captained a team, coached junior teams, coached ITC teams for carnivals, umpired, kept the finances, and been president. He also remembers the fantastic atmosphere that used to surround the basketball grand final every year. “I was reminiscing with a long standing player the other day about the basketball grand finals of old,” said Nick.

“In those days the upstairs area of the Leisure Centre was a function centre.

“The committee would organise a bar and it wasn’t unusual to have a few hundred people packed into the stadium and hanging off the balcony.

“It would get pretty noisy in there and by the final game of the night most of the spectators had had a few sherbets and you’d be copping heckles left right and centre - they were great nights.”

As it stands, no one has stepped up for the president’s position of the basketball association. Nick says that you don’t necessarily have to be involved in basketball to make a great president. “President of the association is like the CEO of a company,” he said. “They try to provide a bit of guidance about where the asso-

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“It is generally an organising position so I think someone who doesn’t mind organising people would be good.

I think the position is likely to be filled by someone who plays or who has played the game but this isn’t really essential.

“Organising the senior basketball isn’t a particularly difficult or time consuming job. Believe me you don’t need to have experience or be a professional at this sort of thing just step up and say I’ll give it a go!

Nick concluded by saying, “I have had a great time organising basketball. Already mentioned Mark Whittaker but a few others who have been great contributors to basketball and made the job easy are our long standing treasurer Tara Briggs, Lee-Anne Kenny who does all the hard work, Barry Dadleh and John Reid who helped out and were great value at the bar after the game!”

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