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ernment were for 23 caravan sites, 20 three unit cabins, seven two unit cabins and five tent sites, as well as administration, ablutions and laundry blocks.

The site also caters for a camp kitchen and barbecue area.

Local business man and developer, Mr The land for the caravan park is adChad Oldfield told The Monitor he re- jacent to the Andamooka Roadhouse ceived Department of Planning and Lo- already owned by Mr Oldfield and he cal Government approval late last Friday said he will take the opportunity to level and will this week travel to Adelaide to that site and upgrade it with the Caravan shore up the final finance approvals.

Park, further adding to the modern infraHe was getting very frustrated with the structure needed to meet future populalong winded process by the Planning De- tion demands. partment and the red tape that has held He is working with Moduthe project back for so long. lar Building company who It was at the end of June specialise in this type of aclast year Mr Oldfield and the commodation in Queensland, Andamooka Progress and South Australia and Western Opal Miner’s Association Australia and will travel with entered into a lease agreethem to Maylasia to inspect ment to develop the land the manufacturing process. in conjunction with a comThis exciting news comes afmunity recreation area and ter a visit only a few weeks ago skate park.

by Leader of the Opposition in Mr Oldfield said at that the Legislative Council, David time, “From the day we get Ridgway, who expressed conall the approvals, we schedChad Oldfield cern about the time the procule that within six months we ess was taking. will have the caravan park operating.”

According to Mr Ridgway, the rapid The caravan park will be a private busidevelopment of South Australia’s farness with a profit share that will see substantial money going back to help sustain north as direct consequence of the proAndamooka and a step forward for the posed Olympic Dam mine expansion, has left government departments picking up town becoming self sufficient.

Mr Oldfield true to his word, said by their tails.

“I think what it comes down to is the end of this week and once all the documentation for finance is signed, they planning isn’t sufficiently well resourced could break ground at the new develop- to deal with what will be an increased development activity in the far north, ment in as little as two weeks.

In June last year he was hoping Gov- whether it be for mining or tourism venernment Departments would fast track tures,” he said. the approval process so Andamooka was Developments such as the Andamooka well and truly prepared for the influx of Caravan Park are particularly valuable workers expected with the Olympic Dam to the local community, as it is owned expansion. by locals, employing locals and giving While that did not happen as hoped back to locals. he told The Monitor his frustrations are Mr Ridgway pledged he would both now all behind him and he is looking formally and informally address the matforward to starting the project as soon ter with Minister John Rau (Minister for as possible.

Planning) to make sure it was a priority Original plans submitted to the Gov- issue.

fter some seven and a half months since lodging the original concept plans, the long awaited Andamooka Caravan Park development has finally been approved.

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Silver anniversary for ambo veteran

By Millie Thomas

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oxby Downs veteran Dawn Kroemer has seen a lot of change in her 22 or so years living in Roxby Downs.

From the bituminising of Pimba Road in 1990, the installation of the town’s hospital in 1998 and the transformation of a town mud wrestling pit to the now-known Woolworths car park, the one thing that has remained constant has been Mrs Kroemer’s dedication to SA Ambulance.

On March 1 this year, Mrs Kroemer will celebrate 25 years volunteer service to SA Ambulance.

However, her silver anniversary hasn’t been without trial. Thousands of hours dedicated to the health of others in front of a social, working and family life can take its toll, but Mrs Kroemer wouldn’t have it any other way.

She started volunteering for SA Ambulance (formerly St John’s Ambulance) in Elliston in 1987 when the service seemed to be in dire straights.

“We had five ambulance officers leave town all at once and there was a risk of not having an ambulance service because we didn’t have the man power,” explained Mrs Kroemer. “As I had done some nursing previously,

at least I knew the lingo!”

According to Mrs Kroemer the bulk of the work done by ambulance volunteers is in transferring patients from the hospital to the Royal Flying Doctors Service, but can range from accidents on skateboards to serious car accidents.

“I like a challenge!” she said. “It’s nice to be able to give people a hand. Most people go through life day to day not a problem, but the day that the s..t hits the fan, it’s nice to be able to have the skills and equipment to help them out.”

At one stage, Mrs Kroemer said the Roxby Downs SA Ambulance

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Long serving volunteer ambulance officer Dawn Kroemer has dealt with her fair share of emergencies in her 25 years. service utilised only three volunteers, but today they boast 15, with additional recruitment starting in March.

One of the most rewarding callouts Mrs Kroemer remembers involved bringing a toddler back to consciousness.

“Sometimes the most beautiful sound can be the

sound of the baby crying, especially after they’ve stopped breathing and scared the hell out of the parents,” she explained.

“Getting that infant to cry again, that was really rewarding.”

Mrs Kroemer was even able to meet the child years later as a teenager. “(She was) fit, healthy,

healthy as a mallee bull!

That was very rewarding.”

The capability of the volunteers is continually evolving, with improved equipment and techniques, vehicles and stretchers.

It is with these continual improvements and training, that volunteers

are able to further help patients during their trip in the ambulance.

This year, Mrs Kroemer is looking forward to the Roxby Downs SA Ambulance 25 year reunion on July 21, of which hundreds of past and present Volunteer Ambulance Officers have been invited to attend.

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From strength to strength

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Mark, Owen, Brianna, Molly and Mel Allen have plenty to be happy about following the recovery of Brianna from major surgery.

Inset: A bedside vigil after Brianna’s last operation.

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rianna Allen has led quite a life in her five short years.

To top off travelling around Australia and starting school this year, she has also successfully overcome Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Vein Drainage and a Congenital Heart defect.

The youngest daughter of former Community Midwife Mel Allen and BHP Billiton Drill and Blast Supervisor Mark Allen, and little sister to Owen (six years old) and Molly (15 years old), Brianna was diagnosed with PAPVD at birth.

After an initial operation at just five weeks old, Brianna’s health was monitored constantly until her next operation at four years, but it was not always smooth sailing for the determined little girl.

“She would have been fairly vulnerable, and she had been for years actually leading up to the surgery and it was just getting worse and worse,” said Mrs Allen.

PAPVD is when additional blood is pumped into the right hand side of the heart and causes it to enlarge, putting the heart under strain. It can lead to right sided heart failure.

The Allens were told by specialists that heart failure would be imminent if the condition went untreated, and would occur around Brianna’s tenth birthday.

That additional blood backlogged onto Brianna’s lungs, wetting them and causing countless chest infections and associated issues such as a psuedo-asthma.

Brianna was constantly prescribed antibiot-

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ics to kill the infections, as often as every three to six weeks.

On January 8, 2011 Brianna finally went into surgery at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, but not without a few hurdles along the way.

“It was a nightmare leading up to it, it really was,” said Mr Allen. “We went over with extended family to look after the other kids as well, and then we didn’t get the surgery done, we had to come back to Adelaide, just because they kept cancelling.”

With limited intensive care beds available, and Brianna’s Dutch Paediatric Cardiologist surgeon (one of three specialists in Australia) put out of action after an accident, Brianna kept getting pushed down the list.

Finally, a space opened up with another surgeon at the same hospital, and even though the Allens were comfortable with their original doctor, they decided to make the switch to get the operation done.

The second Paediatric Cardiologist surgeon, ‘The Russian dude’ as Mr Allen put it, was ‘unbelievable’.

“The first guy that did her surgery was from Belgium and we’d really quizzed him and he did her first surgery at five weeks of age, so we felt okay with him doing the next one,” explained Mrs Allen.

“Then they offered us the opportunity to swap surgeons so it would get done. Mark lined this guy up and just said to him, ‘the other guy told me he was the best in the world, so how good are you?’”

“This guy has just looked at him very qui-

etly and said, ‘I am just a little bit better. And I trained him!’”

A language barrier restricted how much information the Allen’s could retrieve from their surgeon, so a simple ‘yes’ or ‘no’ was the indicator of how Brianna’s surgery went.

After three hours, the Allen’s received a phone call saying ‘Yep’.

“We were saying what, already, already? And he said, ‘I told you I was just a little bit better!’” laughed Mrs Allen.

Once the Allens received medical clearance, they set off on some much needed time to themselves. Their worldly possessions were packed into a seven metre by four metre trailer and they set off around Australia.

An advantage of keeping mainly their own company was that Brianna’s weak immune system was not exposed to a large range of diseases – meaning she had a much smoother recovery period than expected. “(She’s gone) from strength to strength, absolutely,” said Mrs Allen. “She had a completely uncomplicated recovery.

“We’ve often said that we took longer to recover than she did. She was phenomenal, she surprised the doctors, everyone.”

Owen and Holly maintained studying their respective school grades through Open Access whilst on the road, and Brianna, where possible joined in.

“That last year had been amazing just for so many reasons. The surgery seems like a long time ago now doesn’t it?” Mrs Allen asked Mr Allen.

“The bottom fell out of our world when

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she was diagnosed; we were just thinking we were the only ones that had ever lived through this.

“When we got to Melbourne, she was just one of many, many, many and she was really big compared to other cardiac kids who really struggle and fail to grow within normal parameters.

“She was big and healthy and she was carrying weight, while the others were more on the thinner side, or the more sickly side.

“We started off from a good position, and we went from strength to strength.”

So now, after a long, rough trot, Brianna has been able to start school fresh and full of energy just like any other five year old.

“I actually asked the cardiologist on our last check up in December, I said, ‘she’s starting school and we’ve got all those forms about medical history, what do I have to put on there?’

“He said, ‘Nothing. She is cured!’

“With that we just about broke down. Just to hear that was just awesome. And he said, ‘and we don’t want to see her until she’s seven years old’,” said Mrs Allen.

Mr and Mrs Allen adamantly stated that Mr Allen’s employer, BHP Billiton generously supported their situation.

“We were afforded some really amazing generosity with Mark’s work. They supported him incredibly,” said Mrs Allen.

“BHP Billiton. You can write that down as many times as you want,” concluded Mr Allen.

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Postie Bash interest grows

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The Monadelphous Racing Team, one of the 17 teams that lined up for last year’s Postie Bash

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he second Postie Bash planned for this year looks like being an even bigger event than the debut event in June last year.

At last week’s expression of interest night, around 30 people attended with apologies sent by many others unable to be at the launch due to work commitments and personal reasons.

After raising a staggering total of just over $50,000 from last year’s event, it is hoped that with old sponsors increasing there sponsorship, new sponsors coming on board and more teams hitting the fundraising trail (remembering fundraising totals for individual teams add to their point tally for the event victory) that figure could potentially rise.

There has been huge interest expressed to the individual committee members and most of the 17 teams from last year are wanting to line up again.

The Postie Bash Committee has informed The Monitor that they have already distributed 160 entry forms but because of catering limitation at William Creek and the ability to control the traffic, a cap of 21 teams or 250 team participants will be allowed. Teams of a minimum of three and maximum of up to eight people can enter.

The committee has also informed The Monitor that three team positions have been locked in, with one team being from the event’s major sponsor Transpacific, another one is from the sole Gold sponsor Kempe, and the third team is a position offered by the Postie Bash Committee for auction to raise money for Troy Gum’s cancer battle which was purchased by Bianco.

This year’s event will be on June 23 and 24 when the teams will set out on their postie bikes for the return trip to William Creek a distance of 500 kilometres.

The committee said that anything it raises will be of great benefit to the Roxby Downs and Andamooka communities.

Last year funds assisted the local hospital, youth centre, both schools, kindy, Blue Light and childcare centre for full disclosure on where the money went from last year log onto the web page at http://roxbypostiebash.webplus.net/index.html.

Registration night for the Postie Bash will be held on March 1 to finalise numbers taking part. The time and venue will be advertised in advance.

The committee said Transpacific has come on board this year as the major sponsor and Kempe is the sole Gold Sponsor with several other companies from last year including RTT, Sodexo, WorkPac and Outlaw Coatings coming on board in a bigger way.

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The grants - administered by the Outback Communities Authority (OCA) - help to fund innovative community projects aimed at improving the quality of life for those loving in remote areas.

Chair of the OCA, Bill McIntosh said round one of the program released in September 2011 was well subscribed with nine applications received and supported by the OCA. “Funding from round one went towards a number of projects ranging from community hall repairs to contributing to the purchase of a tractor that helps to pro-

vide municipal services,” said Mr McIntosh.

“Living in the outback is a unique experience and the OCA is committed to supporting those in remote areas to maintain their lifestyles and sustain their communities.”

The Outback Grants Program provides oneoff funding to a limit of $10,000 with most grants allocated in smaller project amounts of $5,000 or less.

The grants are available to incorporated bodies with an Australian Business Number operating within the OCA’s jurisdiction.

Calls for the second round of grants from the program close Friday March 2, 2012 at 5pm.

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Colin Slater and Margaret Nicolson to sing with Roxby

By Vanessa Switala

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ational Director of Sing Australia, Colin Slater and Assistant National Director, Margaret Nicolson will be in Roxby Downs for the first Sing Australia workshop on Sunday, February 19.

Mr Slater along with Ms Nicolson will hold the workshop from 7.30pm until 9.30pm at the Roxby Downs Christian Community Church.

Mr Slater founded Sing Australia in 1985 and is undertaking a tour of other Sing Australia groups in Alice Springs and Orroroo.

Mr Slater was born in Kimba and lived on a farm at Ungarra

before moving to Victoria when he was four years old.

He was an Australian of the Year finalist in 2010 and was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for setting up over 150 choirs across Australia consisting of more than 5,000 participants.

Mr Slater has established many choirs in remote droughteffected areas in the hope of reintroducing happiness into the communities.

While combining a career in public service with performing Opera, Mr Slater was awarded a Churchill Fellowship to study Opera with learning teachers in Europe including the great Italian Baritone, Tito Gobbi.

He also leads a choir group to Gallipoli every year to partici-

pate in Anzac Day services.

Ms Nicolson said at the Roxby Downs workshop, Mr Slater will advise interested members of the community how to successfully run a Sing Australia Group.

“Colin will tell the Sing Australia story but the focus of the evening will be to demonstrate the fun and the benefits of singing together and to show how everyone is able to sing if there is no pressure and they are shown how,” she said.

“Colin is looking forward to the Roxby workshop because in recent years he has been building into areas of Australia which are isolated or suffering from the ravages of drought, fire and flood,” she added.

Since late last year, Doctor

Owen Lewis has been determined to create a Sing Australia Group in Roxby Downs due to the interest and enthusiasm of the gospel singing group during the Red eARTh Festival.

Ms Nicolson said, “Dr Lewis has been the force behind getting Colin to come to Roxby Downs because he believes in the concepts and ethos of Sing Australia and can see the immediate benefits of belonging to a very successful national network.”

Dr Lewis would like to stress it is important as many people as possible attend the workshop in Roxby Downs to obtain a viable group.

A minimum of 15 members must attend rehearsals therefore, due to the nature of Roxby

Downs shift work 30 members will be needed as only half may be able to attend any particular rehearsal.

Dr Lewis would like to remind the community singing in mining towns is a strong tradition.

He said it is a very masculine tradition in Welsh mining villages among others.

Dr Lewis said it is an ambition of his to write ‘Olympic Dam mining songs for [the] Sing Australia group’.

Children are welcome to join the Roxby Downs Sing Australia group and their membership will be free.

Some other regional towns with their own Sing Australia groups are; Burra, Cleve, Cowell, Cummins, Hawker, James-

town, Port Pirie, Port Lincoln and Tumby Bay. Sing Australia’s repertoire reflects Australian sentiments with both traditional and modern songs about Australia.

The Sing Australia national network of singing groups began about 13 years ago with the primary goal of encouraging Australians to sing. It commenced in Canberra and has since expanded to over 150 groups in every state and territory of Australia.

Membership for a Sing Australia group is $100 per year plus venue and song book costs.

For more information and meeting dates please contact Dr Owen Lewis on 0434 085 269, 8671 0270 or at owen_d_lewis@ hotmail.com.

Arid Recovery annual trapping Left hand turn only

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taff and volunteers of Arid Recovery in Roxby Downs are gearing up for the Arid Recovery Annual Trapping event.

From Monday February 20 until Friday February 24 the program focuses on small mammals and reptiles and is integral to much of the science at Arid Recovery.

Beginning in 1998, the small vertebrate trapping at Arid Recovery is one of the longest running programs of its kind in Australia. In 2011 over 1,000 animals, including stripe-faced dunnarts and central knob tailed geckoes, were recorded during the five day event.

“The annual trapping event in February is an opportunity for us to monitor the abundance of small mammals and reptiles in and around the Arid Recovery Reserve,” says Kylie Piper, Arid Recovery General Manager. “It also gives us the chance to show the world that Australia’s arid zone is filled with amazing small creatures that most people never see.”

A combination of pit fall traps (PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) pipe dug into the ground) and Elliot traps (small aluminium box traps with a foot pedal inside) are used at sites inside and outside the 12,300 hectare reserve. After checking the

traps in the early morning, staff and volunteers head back to the lab to measure the weight, length and condition of all animals that have been caught. Animals are then returned to the locations they were found in the late afternoon.

“Six times more small mammals are captured inside the reserve compared to the outside,” says Helen Crisp, Arid Recovery ecologist, highlighting the devastating impact feral cats, foxes and rabbits have on these species. “This trapping is one of the longest running monitoring programs in the arid zone and is essential to understanding the unique arid ecosystem.”

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oxby Downs Senior Sergeant Garry Elliott has stated an easier solution to the new left hand turn only exiting the Mitre 10 car park onto Arcoona Street would be to have the driveway as ‘entry only’.

When discussing another matter, Sergeant Elliott said, “Laws are put into place generally for the minority but they will affect the majority.”

He said the road sign stating ‘left turn only’ was intended for the minority who drive carelessly but affects majority of Roxby Downs.

Sergeant Elliott believes that for many residents turning right at the intersection is a habit and a cautioning period must be given when new signs are put in place.

He stated if someone is caught turning right and disobeying the sign and road markings there are three fines the police

could impose.

The first, driving in the wrong lane is $361 plus $60 victims of crime charge. Disobeying road markings is another fine of $306 plus $60 victims of crime charge.

Finally, disobeying road signs will cost another $306 plus $60 victims of crime charge.

Saving a few minutes from the drive home could potentially cost you up to $1,153!

We had so much fun, we’re coming back ... with a selection of high summer One Season resortwear and more fabulous Elk accessories to the 18th Feb Roxby Market.

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hile things are quiet on the streets of Roxby Downs everyone goes about their business in relative safety – but that is not a time to become complacent to the point of safety of our children.

While the subject of school age children being stalked by someone in a car is being kept hush, hush in the public sector, it is running rife on Facebook. While not a fan of rumour and innuendo stirred up on this potentially very damaging social media site, this type of act in Roxby Downs is something to be very concerned about.

True or not, the safety of children wandering the streets of this expected safe place must never be taken for granted.

It seems no-one is very keen on talking about the alleged incident, least of all the police, and that is disturbing! Police should be at the forefront, sounding a warning to parents and to children alike, making sure they are alert to any potential danger of children being stalked, assaulted or worse - taken off our streets.

To bury our heads in the red sand up here and say ‘that won’t happen here’ is naïve. Bad things do happen and can happen in Roxby just as easily as any other place in Australia.

Without being alarmist, Roxby has a transient population,

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political party do you think is better to support Australian industries?

Would Malcolm Turnbull care to throw his hat in the ring. He shows more intelligence and statesmanship than either Gillard or Tony Abbott. He also knows the importance of industry to this country.

Dean Time Gillard and Abbott stopped playing games and started acting like leaders.

Where are the next leaders coming from in this Parliament, worst time in the history of this country. Industry will continue to go under with either of these two.

Ron Let our teachers get back to teaching the basics. When will parents start taking responsibility for their kids? Any time there is an issue in society (childhood obesity, cyber bullying, speeding P-plate drivers, etc) a new program gets added to an already crowded curriculum. If you’re not prepared to do the hard stuff, don’t have kids.

BJ With all the now free-to-air channels and no live coverage of Tamworth Country Music Awards -- again. We deserve better and so do our musicians.

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It can happen here! people drifting in and out of town regularly. To say that some of those people don’t have suspicious backgrounds or potentially pose a danger to others is unrealistic.

‘Stalking’ is defined as repeated and persistent unwanted communications and/or approaches that produce fear in the victim. The stalker may use such means as telephone calls, letters, e-mail, graffiti and placing notices in the media. A stalker may approach or follow the victim, or keep their residence under surveillance. Stalking intrudes on the victim’s privacy and evokes a fear of violence. Such fears are justified, as threats, property damage and assault occur all too frequently in association with stalking.

Unfortunately, stalking is more common than we appreciate and to keep it under wraps for fear of causing a panic among kids and parents is not appropriate and certainly not acceptable in Roxby Downs.

In this case, according to relevant authorities, there appears to be no proof and no reports made to police about the alleged incident, so it is easy to see why no action was taken, but it does pose the question –“do we need to establish a Neighbourhood Watch in this growing town?” The police can’t be everywhere 24/7 but with the eyes and ears of the public we may be able to help especially when it comes to safety of our community.

News in Brief . . .

Minotaur upgrades Poochera site

and Yunta last financial year.

He says seven were above the recommended level of 0.01 micrograms per litre and one sample from Manna Hill was more than 10 times the level.

Residents say they were not notified of any testing, nor the results.

Mr van Holst Pellekaan says he asked Minotaur has drilled across 96 hectares Member for Parliament Dan van Holst of its Careys Well prospect and expects it Pellekaan says about 130 samples were South Australia Water Minister Paul Caica to produce about eight million tonnes of re- checked from Manna Hill, Olary, Oodlawirra late last year for an explanation.

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fined kaolin.

The best-quality product can sell for more xplorer Minotaur has reported a than $200 per tonne. significant upgrade of its kaolin Lead levels too high project near Poochera on upper Eyre ead levels are said to be too high in Peninsula in South Australia. the drinking water of four outback Kaolin is a mineral derived from granite towns on the Barrier Highway in formations and used in paint, porcelain and South Australia. medical products.

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Does anyone know what happened to the Hot Shots photography group? More people here now and more interest perhaps. They had some great local photos as I remember.

Shutterbug Let Focarelli out of hospital – police won’t have to put so much money into the bikie dispute for long! Violence attracts violence.

LM Is there still a softball club in Roxby?

Cathy Seventy percent of Australians actually use natural or ‘alternative’ medicine.

That’s the most accurate opinion poll on its safety and efficiency.

Linda V Sick of the same old cars being parked at the area school’s kiss and drop zone! Can’t you read the no parking signs? Find a park and walk like the rest of us.

Your No Parking Nazi I was reading about the drink driving and assaults in Roxby Downs increasing. I am sure the community would make a stand towards the idiot behaviour, but it goes unheard. None of the newspapers in town cover it and I am sure the community want to have their say. It is great to hear all the good things that are happening in Roxby, but it’s not good to cloud the things that are really happening.

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Love Energy success in Roxby

By Vanessa Switala

Love Energy's Commercial Energy Consultant Nick Birt visited Roxby Downs recently.

Since Love Energy’s first visit to Roxby Downs in October 2011, the team has completed five solar panel installations and trekked to Roxby on Friday February 3 to follow up with customers.

Commercial Energy Consultant, Nick Birt travelled to Roxby Downs to assess how effective the installations have been and if Roxby Downs’ residents are happy with their service.

Mr Birt said Love Energy ‘love’ Roxby Downs. They first visited Roxby on October 27, 2011 where the company presented their ‘Shine a light on solar’ presentation for the local community. Love Energy then returned for Market Day in November last year and has had part of their team visit the community every month since.

Mr Birt stated the performance and savings from the recent installations have outperformed what the company had expected even with the extreme heat.

“From what I’ve seen of all the houses the biggest bill was five dollars and the biggest credit is $45 in only 18 days,” he said.

Mr Birt said the feedback from the Roxby Downs Council has been amazing and all customers have been happy with the quality of their products and work.

Kerrie and Darren Thomas recently had solar panels installed by Love Energy and are thrilled with the level of service they have received.

Mrs Thomas said Love Energy

were very professional and only took three hours to install the panels on the day.

“Our power bills have dropped by about 75 per cent,” she exclaimed.

Love Energy is excited with the growth of Roxby Downs and how the town will continue to grow.

Mr Birt stated the company is still contemplating having an office located in Roxby Downs.

He said if they do not open a permanent office in town they will have team members fly in and out twice a month; the sales team will fly to Roxby once a month with the installation team also flying up at different times during the month.

Love Energy will be visiting Market Day on March 17 and Mr Birt will be available the next day to visit interested community members and answer any questions they may have.

Mr Birt said he ‘tells it how it is’ and will inform the community of their best individual options.

“We’ve proven that we are truly interested in what’s going on up here.

We’ve had someone up here every month since October,” he said.

Kristian Livolsi established Love Energy in 2010 with Richard Mintz.

The company is now one of the leading solar power suppliers in Australia.

The renewable energy specialists said they design and tailor to individual needs taking into account personal energy bills and various system sizes.

For more information please contact Love Energy’s Commercial Energy Consultant, Nick Birt on 0458 220 565 or at nickbirt95@gmail.com.

Olympic Dam

Olympic Dam Project pre-commitment work commences In December 2011, BHP Billiton received the last of the government regulatory approvals required for the Olympic Dam Project.

We have now activated pre-commitment funding, previously approved by the BHP Billiton Board, to place orders for long-lead items such as trucks and accommodation units and carry out preparatory design and site works to ensure a smooth project execution, should the Board formally approve the Project.

WHAT IS HAPPENING NOW Over the next few months, a number of these preparatory activities will be undertaken, particularly in and around the area of the planned starter pit at Olympic Dam, in readiness should the project be approved.

Other work to be carried out includes the re-alignment of some roads, site works for machinery lay-down areas and maintenance facilities and the expansion of the Olympic and Roxby villages to accommodate additional workers.

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Much of this work will be undertaken by local companies and national companies with local offices and will result in a steady increase in activity in the Olympic Dam area and broader region.

BHP BILLITON BOARD APPROVAL STILL TO COME The progression of the Olympic Dam Project into execution, however, remains dependant on the completion of all required studies and Board approval and this pre-commitment work does not pre-empt formal consideration of the Project by the Board of BHP Billiton later this year.

FURTHER INFORMATION If you would like further information about the Olympic Dam Project you can contact us on: Telephone: 1800 997 430 (freecall) Email: odpinfo@bhpbilliton.com

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Roxby kindergarten launches Christmas DVD

By Millie Thomas

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ootage from the Roxby Downs Kindergarten end of year Christmas concert is now available for purchase.

Local cameraman Travis Hague filmed the event free of charge, and the resulting DVDs will be sold as a fundraiser for the Kindergarten.

Kerryn Jones, Kindergarten Director was very thankful for Mr Hague’s kind offer.

“We were having our Christmas show and Travis Hague volunteered to make a movie of it, a DVD of it for parents,” she said.

The DVD offers coverage of the concert, time lapses of parents, children and friends arriving and leaving and families relaxing and having picnics.

“It’s quite a beautiful DVD,” said Ms Jones. “It’s finally finished, and this week we’re launching it. So all the parents who ordered one will be receiving a DVD and we’ll be showing it to the children as well.”

Ms Jones thanked Mr Hague for his generous contribution.

Pictured at the award ceremony were (from left) Peter Severin, Chief Executive Department for Correctional Services; Giles Hellyer, BHP Billiton Vice President HSEC, Uranium; Amanda Hudson, BHP Billiton Olympic Dam Principal Advisor – Community Affairs; David Couzner, Managing Director Xceptional Recruitment; Ken Lamb, Managing Director ODT Australis; and Minister for Correctional Services, Jennifer Rankine.

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Presenting the awards, Correctional Services Minister Jennifer Rankine praised the work of corrections staff for their professionalism and dedication.

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“Our old grandfathers and grandmothers used to he official opening of the Red Mulga Indigenous Employment office last Friday in Roxby Downs work, and I hope we get back those skills.”

He was speaking after the official welcome and is creating a new culture of work for the 20 indigenous employees currently in the program. opening of the new Tutop Street offices by Red Mulga

founder and owner, Ronald Boland who heaped praise Speaking at the opening, an older worker employed on the support of Monadelphous and BHP Billiton for through the company, Marvin McKenzie, spoke on their help in making his dream become a reality. behalf of the younger workers saying, “For some of us, “Monadelphous has been with us right from the we come from a background of unemployment. start, and there’s not a bad word we say about Monadelphous.

“Luke Scobie (Monadelphous) is a man who will always be a part of Red Mulga no matter what,” said Mr Boland.

He said Mr Scobie had shown him the way since moving to Roxby and without him and the support he has given Red Mulga would not be off the ground.

Mr Boland also thanked his wife Colleen and two step daughters who played a big supporting role as the business was developed.

It is hoped now, after such a good start to the business and with 20 employees already on their books, Red Mulga will get Luke Scobie, Ronald Boland and Marvin McKenzie at the opening of the new offices.

Aaron Savage from Spinifex Detailing with the damaged door panel he will restore at Market Day this Saturday.

Spinifex detailing is up to scratch!

By Millie Thomas

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ix months into business and local car detailer Spinifex Detailing has proved to locals it is well and truly up to scratch.

After establishing their personalised service in Roxby Downs due to high demand, the small, locally owned and operated business has found nothing but success.

“It’s been really good actually the support that we’ve had, it’s been excellent,” said business owner and car detailer, Aaron Savage.

Not only has Spinifex been contracted to meet the needs of car loving locals, but they have also secured numerous jobs detailing fleet cars in Olympic Dam. Spinifex Detailing is striving to expand its clientele and will be making their inaugural appearance at Market Day, this Saturday, February 18.

“Basically we’re really excited to come and talk to the customers and any issues they have with their paint or interior of their cars,” said Mr Savage.

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and will give viewers the chance to score special deals, available only on Saturday.

In particular, Mr Savage will be demonstrating how his expertise can remove unwanted webbing and scratches on a damaged car door.

Spinifex Detailing can offer services such as upholstery shampooing, leather protection, fabric protection and basically a full interior overhaul for the inside of the car.

Mr Savage can also offer paint correction for cars that have become dull.

“Cars that have paint problems can be restored close to new,” assurred Mr Savage.

Spinifex Detailing has been busy getting involved in the Roxby Downs community, and since commencing has sponsored a promising dirt circuit car.

“Into the future we’re going to get involved into the community a lot more,” he added.

Mr Savage would like to thank his customers for their support thus far.

For more information, come down and check out Spinifex Detailing at Market Day this Saturday, or visit www.facebook.com/ spinifex.

Ronald Boland and his wife Colleen Taylor who is a talented aborignal artist in front of one of her 30 or so art pieces on display in the new Tutop Street offices.

their own vendor licence by the end of June and will be standing on their own without needing the support of companies like Monadelphous.

Mr. Tony Frunks, Site Manager of Monadelphous in Roxby Downs said that was a pretty big feat in just 12 months.

In a very poignant part of the opening, Marvin McKenzie told the 60 or so people present, “We are role models

for our people and our families and we are trying to do our best to break down all those stereotypes from happening and so trying to create a new culture of work.”

He said that by giving young indigenous fellas a go those skills will grow.

“We need more young fellas to go out and get apprenticeships, start at the bottom and work our way to the top.”

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Kelly Spillman, Teressa Moyle, Jade Quinn, Dearne Masson, Julie McEvoy, Gemma Vince and Rhiannon Watkinson at The Club for Savannah’s Quiz Night.

Nathan Maynard, Laurel and Tori McGauchie at the Tavern.

Lisa Howard, Jody Gow Smith, Francesca Nistico, Hilary Vanstone, Jess Daw, Millie Thomas Lois Kohler and Mardi Hawkes at The Club for Savannah’s Quiz Night.

Sophie Scott at Savannah’s Quiz Night at The Club.

Jane Rogers and Sarah Weston at The Club for Quiz Night.

Mama Jen Gaiter and Lisa Howard at The Club.

Hilary Vanstone and Jess Daw at The Club.

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U and A B O U T T Engagement celebrations

Tom Dwyer and Kristen Worby celebrated their enagegment with family and friends at the Roxby Downs Golf Club on Saturday night.

About 100 guests from Mt. Gambier, Adelaide, Port Lincoln and Roxby Downs were at the happy occasion.

Mike and Kerry Worby of with Roxby Downs le up the happy co n.

Tom and Kriste

Lucy Cunningham of Port Lincoln, Kristen Worby and Sian Daniel both of Roxby Downs.

Lucy and Sian will be bridesmaids at Kristen's wedding.

Sean Braithwaite, Tom Dwyer, Greg Hamilton, Thomas Prior and Joe Dwyer all originally from Mt. Gambier wil be in the forthcoming wedding party.

King of the soccer kids

Tony D’Arrigo is the king of the kids on Saturday mornings as he imparts his knowledge of the game of soccer.

He is pictured above with his son Tino after a busy morning when the seven year old played in two games.

Right: Tino D’Arrigo gets his kick away despite some strong tackles from Jessie Smith and Jett Giles.

Children wishing to have a go at the game of soccer are welcome to attend Saturday mornings at the rear of the swimming pool from 9 am.

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A thriving and sustainable local business community is essential to a vibrant and sustainable community. This weekly column shares some of the issues facing local business and some of the strategies they are using to gear up for the exciting times that lay ahead for Roxby Downs. Got an idea for a story or some feedback on a story in the Roxby InBusiness Column? Email vholloway@roxbyleisure.com or phone 8671 0500.

HAVE YOUR SAY How should the Government control bikie violence in South Australia?

A brand new market for Olympic Dam

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n December 4 2011, at the Australian Labour Party National Conference, the Labor Party voted to end the country’s ban on selling uranium to India.

India plans to build 63 nuclear power plants in addition to the 20 it already has in operation and to provide 25 percent of its electricity needs from nuclear power by 2025, representing a significant increase in demand from the 1305 tonnes it required in 2011.

Olympic Dam is expected to produce 15,000 tonnes of uranium from the open pit and 4,000 tonnes from the underground mine, and will be the world’s biggest supplier. BHP Billiton’s Uranium President Dean Dalla Valle said despite the 19,000 tonne Olympic Dam uranium output, on his present estimates by 2030 there will be a shortfall in world supply of 50,721 tonnes on the basis of present and planned output.

Australia’s previous ban on the export of uranium to India was not legislative, rather based on the ALP’s policy.

Hence, the vote in December was all that was required for Australian and Indian Governments to begin talks on uranium sales.

Current Australian uranium export regulation; The export of uranium from Australia is currently regulated by the Customs

(Prohibited Exports) Regulations 1958 (Cth). Regulation 9(3) prohibits the export of uranium unless prior permission in writing is granted by the Minister for Resources, Energy and Tourism (RET). The permission is granted on a conditional long-term basis and further approvals are required for each shipment.

As a signatory to the Nuclear NonProliferation Treaty (NPT), the current Australian government policy requires that: • Uranium may only be exported for peaceful, civilian purposes under a network of bilateral safeguards agreements providing for International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards; • Recipient countries must be parties to the NPT (it is expected that an exception will be made for India); • Where a recipient country is a nuclear weapon state under the NPT (ie.

China, US, UK, Russia and France), assurances must be provided that the uranium will not be diverted to nonpeaceful uses; • Clearance must be given by the Australian Safeguards and Non-Proliferation Office before a MEP may be issued.

• Recipient countries that are nonnuclear weapon states must have an additional protocol that ensures the IAEA

has access to and inspection rights in the recipient country.

Safeguarding agreements In 2009, India signed an Agreement between the Government of India and the IAEA for the Application of Safeguards to Civilian Nuclear Facilities (the ‘Indian Safeguarding Agreement’).

The Indian Safeguarding Agreement applies to any nuclear material used in a nuclear facility declared by India to be subject to IAEA safeguarding or supplied pursuant to a bi-lateral or multilateral arrangement to which India is a party. Any exporter must satisfy itself that the yellowcake will be subject to the Indian Safeguarding Agreement.

What happens now?

Now that the policy has changed, the next step will be for Australia and India to negotiate a bi-lateral safeguards treaty. The Prime Minister stated Australia would apply the same standards to India as it does to all countries to which it exports uranium, including ‘strict adherence to International Atomic Energy Agency arrangements and strong bilateral undertakings and transparency measures that will provide assurances our uranium will be used only for peaceful purposes.’ Once this safeguards treaty has been executed, licensed uranium exporters will be able to export to Indian customers.

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New staff join Roxby Leisure

By Vanessa Switala

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ith three new senior staff, Roxby Leisure is filled with enthusiasm.

New Operations Manager, Leigh Morrow, Business Administration Assistant, Emma Walkington and Dunes Café and Functions Team Leader, Luke Scrivens began work at Roxby Leisure on Monday, February 6.

The trio moved from Adelaide and are from diverse and interesting backgrounds.

Leigh moved to Roxby with his partner Emma and previously worked in the information technology industry.

Prior to that, he was running his own web development business in Melbourne with clients varying from small businesses and large corporations to government institutions.

Leigh also has a background in the hospitality industry working in areas such as functions and restaurant staff to hotel and restaurant management.

Emma was previously employed at Komatsu Forklift in Regency Park, Adelaide where she was office supervisor and sales and hire coordinator when she and Leigh decided to take the positions in Roxby Downs.

“When Leigh was offered the position of Operations Manager here at Roxby Leisure there was also a position available for me. We looked at the roles and the chance to move to a different area as something really exciting for both of us,” she stated.

Leigh was similarly thrilled when provided with the opportunity to move to Roxby Downs.

“I was given an opportunity to work within a management capacity at the Leisure Centre which is really exciting as I come from a hospitality and sporting background,” he said.

“The boom of the town to come, with the growth from the Olympic Dam expansion is also really exciting and I’m glad that I will be able to be a part of that,” he added.

Both Leigh and Emma are impressed with Roxby Downs so far and how friendly the community has been. “(We are) loving Roxby so far, it’s a very friendly, easy going town. I’m looking forward to meeting more of the community and becoming more active in community events and groups,” said Leigh.

Emma added, “It’s been great so far!

The weather is beautiful and all of the people I’ve met in the few days we’ve been here have been lovely.”

When asked about any future plans for the Leisure Centre, Leigh stated he would like to continue to provide and build on current community initiatives.

“We are here for the community and are constantly looking at ways to provide more features and activities

for the children and adults in Roxby,” he said.

Emma is also eagre to ‘learn the ropes’ and hopes once she has a thorough understanding of Roxby Leisure ‘sCentre’s processes she can help streamline or introduce new procedures to make everyday tasks easier for all.

She is looking forward to completing the lifesaving and first aid courses and meeting new people in the community whereas Leigh is keen to become involved with various community groups.

Leigh plans to bring new, fresh ideas for events to the Roxby Downs community.

“I’m really interested in what Tony (D’Arrigo) is doing with the junior soccer and look forward to assisting with this where I can,” he said.

Luke also recently moved from Adelaide to assume his new position at Roxby Leisure.

His strong background in hospitality, business administration and sales will allow him to facilitate change and growth at Roxby Leisure.

Luke took on the role at Roxby Leisure for a new challenge as he was previously working for family-run business, Aussie Cider.

In his short time in Roxby Downs, Luke has genuinely been impressed by the diversity of the community and the people.

“Everyone has been warm, helpful and friendly,” he stated.

Luke plans to continually evaluate menu options at the Dunes Café and promote new events and fresh ideas.

He is looking forward to the diverse range of tasks and challenges that his role at Roxby Leisure will bring.

Luke intends to become involved with as many community projects, groups and programs as possible and looks forward to meeting many new and interesting people.

The new staff would like to thank General Manager Alan Male for providing the opportunities at the Leisure Centre and to the staff for their support.

Luke would also like to thank Elyse Weir (Previous Cafe Coordinator) for her organisation, help, training and support. He is grateful to all the café staff and general staff at Roxby Leisure for their warm welcome and help.

“Lastly, to all the friendly folks I have met so far in Roxby, you have all made my move into this community and role an awesome, positive experience.

Cheers!” he concluded.

New Leisure Centre senior staff Emma Walkington, Leigh Morrow and Luke Scrivens.

Book lovers unite!

By Millie Thomas

bers monthly.

The Club’s first book ‘The Road Home’ by Rose he departure of much loved librarian Marie Tresize in 2011 left an air of uncertainty for Tremain although not on the list, is a head start for 14 present book club members.

Roxby Downs book lovers.

“I think one of the things about the book club is that The Roxby Downs Community Library was still fully it gets you to read things that you might otherwise functional, but the Roxby Downs Community Book not, and you get to hear what other people think and Club was left in the lurch. that’s a good thing, it’s just a bit of a chat,” said Mrs Jane Gloster, who moved to Gloster.

Roxby Downs mid 2011 to join “Reading is like music, it’s a really established resident and huspersonal thing.” band Richard, sought to reinThe only prerequisite for the club state the already popular book is a free membership to the Roxby club.

Downs Community Library, with the Mrs Gloster explained that as first scheduled meeting will be held Ms Tresize left town, so too did on Tuesday February 28, at 7.30pm in the knowledge of the mechanics the Dunes Café. of the book club.

“The idea is that people will borrow “I thought well, why don’t we it (The Road Home) soon and by the see if we can get another one 28th will have had time to read it or going and see if there’s enough at least read a substantial amount, or interest. I spoke to the other read enough to find out they don’t like people in the Arts and Cultural it and tell us why they don’t like it!”

Forum and they said ‘yeah, go explained Mrs Gloster. for it’.”

The casual and informal meetings Community book clubs are are open to anybody and are often organised through the Onkafilled with readers from all walks of Jane Gloster paringa Library who distribute life. lengthy book lists and books to The first meeting will address an appropriate date, suit. time and venue for further meetings.

From a list of a couple of “We’re not looking for literate intellectuals at all, hundred titles, Mrs Gloster we’re just looking for people who like to get together and several other interested and have a chat! parties chose approximate“And we’ll sort of take it from there and make it a ly 60 books, which will be friendly get together. If people can’t get there fine, you sent up to book club mem- know, if they can, that’s excellent!” said Mrs Gloster.

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Swimming Carnival fun

All compeditors from around the State that took part in the Roxby Downs annual Swimming Carnival.

Roxby Downs Swimming Club’s Jayden prepares for the 50 metre backstroke event.

Bronson and Janice from Mimili dive into the pool.

Roxby Downs swimmer Matthew competes in the freestyle event.

Roxby Downs Swimming Club member Tex competes in the backstroke race.

Mimili swimmer Melissa enjoys the slide during free-time.

Mimili swimmers and teachers enjoying the carnival.

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ROXBY COUNCIL WEEKLY INFORMATION UPDATE

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A new look for Richardson Place

mainstreet is the heart of a town. It is a hub for a community activity, the first place new visitors go when they stumble upon a town, a place where people meet, and a place most residents visit every day.

A mainstreet represents what makes a town unique, what makes it tick. Our Richardson Place is no different.

Last week a suite of new banners were installed on Richardson Place. Featured on these banners are the unique flowers and animals of Roxby, and images of the hard working, young vibrant community that makes Roxby Downs such a special place to live

and work. The suite is designed to showcase what makes Roxby, Roxby.

The photos are the work of local photographer, Charmayne Cronje, Roxby Council staff Kath Messner and Michelle Hales, some images are thanks to BHP Billiton, and some have been kindly shared by The Monitor Newspaper, and Arid Recovery. The banner concepts and final designs were the result of arduous work of long term Roxby resident, local designer and Community Person of the Month, Susan Smith.

We hope you enjoy them, that they make you feel proud of your town, and that they make your visit to Richardson Place even more special.

Donuts arrive in the library

2012 is year of reading

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he National Year of Reading 2012 was launched across the country on Valentine’s Day. With a theme of Love2Read, February 14 was the perfect day to launch the initiative. The National Year of Reading aims to encourage people of all ages to discover and rediscover the joy of reading. This year long event is putting the spotlight on literacy issues and the need to build reading skills.

The National Year of Reading 2012 was created in response to worrying Australian Bureau of Statistics figures that indicate there are 46 percent of Australians that cannot read newspapers, follow a recipe, make sense of timetables, or understand the instructions on a medicine bottle.

Family literacy is a major focus and one of the Year of Reading’s key initiatives will be to encourage parents to read to their children every day to assist in the development of literacy skills. The focus is on creating a community of readers. With so many materials available in the library and the regular Toddler Story Time programs this is certainly achievable.

To celebrate libraries across Australia are hosting a range of fun and inspiring events and activities for children and adults.

Roxby Downs Community Library staff are currently finalising a program of events so stay

Narayan granted Australian citizenship

By Vanessa Switala

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arayan Paudel, originally from Nepal, was recently granted Australian citizenship on Monday, February 6.

When Narayan was six years old he moved to Singapore because his father took up a job there. He then spent 19 years in Singapore before moving to Australia in 2007 to further his studies by completing a Masters of Mining Engineering.

Narayan moved to Roxby Downs in 2009 working for BHP Billiton as a Mine Design Engineer.

He enjoys living in Roxby Downs because of the diverse community and various social groups.

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“People are really friendly and helpful,” Narayan said.

“There are ample social opportunities for my wife to mingle with the local female community and keep herself occupied,” he added.

Since moving to Roxby Downs, Narayan has joined both soccer and volleyball groups. When he is not working, or playing sports, Narayan spends time with his wife Rosha and daughter Rajani.

Narayan especially likes the quality of life he and his family have in Australia.

“Coming from a third world country I see this life as an opportunity to provide a better future for myself and my family,” he stated.

LIBRARY 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 Library membership is FREE wide range of resources are available including books, DVDs, magazines and internet facilities Toddler Story Time 9.30 am Tuesday and Thursday

LEFT to RIGHT: Joe Crook, Roger Schmakeit and Chris O’Neill with the new cushions.

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oung children visiting the Roxby their families regularly use the library and it Downs Community Library are in for was for this reason the company decided to make donations to benefit the broader coma treat but not of the edible kind.

New donut shaped cushions have arrived and they can now sit comfortably on the floor for quiet reading or during story telling time.

The colourful donut cushions and trolley were donated by Transpacific as part of the company’s commitment to support families using the library service.

Regional Manager, Chris O’Neil, Transpacific BHP Billiton Site Manager, Joe Crook and Senior Manager, Roger Schmakeit visited the Roxby Downs Community Library last week to officially present the donut cushion trolley to library staff.

Many of Transpacific’s employees and

munity. Transpacific previously donated almost $400 worth of hardcover children’s books which have been very popular.

Claire White, Acting Community Library Manager thanked Transpacific for their support. “The donut cushions add colour and vibrancy to the library.

Children are attracted to the multi colours and they are able to sit comfortably as they read books or listen to stories.

They are also encouraged to place the cushions back on the stand when finished.”

Mr O’Neil added, “Transpacific is keen to support the local community as many of our workers live and work in Roxby Downs.”

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Opening hours Monday to Friday 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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Happy Healthy Expo

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he He alth For u m and Community Board is currently planning the Happy Healthy Expo, to be held on March 31 2012 at the Roxby Leisure Centre.

This expo will highlight the importance and opportunities that are available for the Roxby Downs community and nearby areas for a well balanced and healthy lifestyle.

We are looking for community groups that wish to highlight their services and talk to their community about volunteering and joining their ranks.

We are also interested in hearing from businesses that are involved in healthy lifestyles or natural or alternative health practitioners that may also like to be involved in bringing information to the community so that they may make informed decisions about their own health and lifestyles.

There will be inspiring displays from the

(ever ďŹ t and terriďŹ c) Roxby Leisure sta and patrons. A free healthy barbecue will be offered to those that attend by the sta from Roxby Downs Health Service.

There will be giveaways, fun and activities for the family so we hope you will visit and take the chance to talk to someone about the best way forward to improve your lifestyle. We will have the people that want to talk to you about your health, no matter what the subject, there will be good advice to consider.

Getting out and meeting new people, with similar interests could just be the ďŹ rst step to a happier, healthier you.

So, what have you got to lose?

Please contact Kath Messner, Community Projects OďŹƒcer, on 0438 871 153 or email messnerk@roxbycouncil.com.au if you wish have a stall or be involved in this expo as soon as possible as spaces are limited.

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New Board members

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s we know, our community can b e transient and as a result the Community Board has had to alter its membership this year because of changing work commitments from two members.

B i l l H i s cox h a s stepped down from the Board and we publically thank Bill for his years of service and guidance bringing the Board to where it is now. Michael Esposito has also changed his employment but will remain on the Board in a non-voting capacity, attending meetings when he is in Roxby Downs. The Roxby Downs Community Board is pleased to welcome two new Members to the Board.

Mary Lewis is well

known and respected in Roxby Downs and surrounding areas and joins the Board bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise. This will be valuable when the Board represents the community on a wide range of issues in the coming months.

A relative new comer, Cindy Harrichund, has also joined the Board in 2012. Cindy is very excited to work towards bringing opportunities to the Roxby Downs area and is committed to improving our community.

Cindy is a recognisable, friendly face around town, especially through with her work with new residents as part of the Big Warm Welcome Program, coffee mornings and the Dads and Kids program.

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

New members are always welcome.

ARTS and CULTURE FORUM Rachel Young 0428 671 000 Thursday March 8, 7.30pm Dunes CafĂŠ

BUSINESS FORUM Laura Trotta 0412 734 964 6.15pm Thursday March 1 Council Board Room

COMMUNITY BOARD Michelle Hales 0418 833 818

EDUCATION and WORKPLACE TRAINING Michelle Hales 0418 833 818

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They will be there to hear ďŹ rst hand about what matters to most in the community at large. Your comments and issues will be reported back to the Community Board at their next meeting, so come up and say ‘hello’, if it matters to you, we want to know about it too. As we move into an exciting time of change and growth, you may like to discuss how this looks to you and how we can work together to ensure Roxby Downs beneďŹ ts in the future.

ROXBY ROADSAFE MEETING 5.30 pm Thursday March 8

WOMEN’S NETWORK Kath Messner 0438 871 153 Thursday February 16 8.30am at The Dunes Cafe

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.

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.

Michelle Davis • George Giakoumis Vicki Mason • Gaylene Crane Mary Lewis • Liz Rogers • Cindy Harrichund • Bill Boehm Chad Menzies • Heath Murry • Michael Esposito •

Michelle Hales, Executive Officer Roxby Downs Community Board Inc. PO Box 85 Roxby Downs SA 5725 Mobile: 0418 833 818 Email: halesm@roxbycouncil.com.au

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PUBLIC NOTICES DUBLIN Gerry’s Meats February super special.

Pre – order one of our great value $100 meat packs and pay only $75.

Phone 8529 2229.

Administration Officer Community Projects Part Time (0.6 FTE)

Scaffolders required Olympic Dam & Adelaide PAINTING and decorating. Residential and commercial. Quality finish, sensible prices.

Roxby based. Call Alex for a quote: 0430 495 544 BLD238217.

ADELAIDE accommodation from $85 p/n Seacroft Apartments, Semaphore SA www. seacroftapartments. com.au ph 0412 106 646.

Rosemont Collectables ‘Old and Modern Pre-loved Wares’ BRINGING beautiful treasures ‘straight to your door’. Specialising in shabby chic, French provincial, vintage, retro, country curios and much more. Visit us at www.rosemontcollectables.com. Become a fan of our Facebook page and mention this ad for 10 percent off your first mail-order. info@rosemontcollectables.com.

must have scaffold lic, mine site/industrial exp.

Shift work & FIFO available.

Apply at www.capeplc.com/careers.

Seasonal Cook/Chef Want to stamp your mark in outback?

The new owners of the Marree Hotel require an excepƟonal cook/chef for the busy tourist season (middle of March unƟl the end of October).

With experienced kitchen support staff you will have the opportunity to create a range of high standard meals for the hotel’s coach visitors (buffet, bain marie), locals and 4 wheel drive tourists (blackboard menu) that travel to Marree to see the wonders of Lake Eyre.

The hotel strives to deliver classic outback hospitality.

Far North Football League Inc. WANTED Far North Football League is currently looking for a coach, team manager, selectors, trainers and any interested people with a football knowledge to be involved in the Miners Cup on Saturday, June 2.

Please contact Clint Gow-smith on clijo26@bigpond.com or 0418 462 460.

Smarter Recruitment

Excellent remunera on.

Free accommoda on and meals.

Please forward a short resume of your experience/qualifica ons to: Phil and Maz Turner info@marreehotel.com.au Ph: 08 8675 8433

Cape is an international market leader in the provision of essential industrial services to the energy and natural resources sectors. We specialise in providing services such as access, insulation, fire protection, coating, cleaning, training, painting, blasting and other essential services throughout the life cycle of major industrial assets.

We are currently looking for an experienced Planner / Scheduler to join Capes Leading team at Olympic Dam Roxby Downs. You will need to have experience in scheduling and planning within the mining industry. The successful candidate must be in the vicinity or be prepared to relocate to Roxby Downs.

Primary Responsibilities: • Scheduling of all maintenance scaffold work - on a 4 week look basis • Draw all workflow information from the site SAP GMP system • Raise notification in SAP for scaffold dismantles • Tracking of all sites KPI statistical data for monthly & quarterly contract reviews • Managing all daily schedule requirements • Producing maintenance and scoping schedules • Maintenance of site rosters including Local and FIFO personnel • Maintaining and controlling adherence to all site personnel systems and procedures • Communication between company and client Supervisors / Job owners Candidate Requirements: • Ability to manage effectively in a demanding and challenging environment • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Desire to broaden their career scope If you are interested in this position please apply at www.capeplc.com/careers In return we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with competitive packages and the opportunity to develop your career in a growing company.

Cape’s international coverage now extends from the UK, through the Gulf / Middle East, CIS, Mediterranean and North Africa and into the Far East/ Pacific Rim, working with many of the world’s leading national and international petrochemical, LNG and mining companies.

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POSITION AVAILABLE BAR MANAGER 40-50 hours Attractive Wage Offered

Olympic Olympic DamDam Devils Netball ClubTrials AGM 2012 Netball

21st February 6:30pm-8pm Outside Court 2 28th February 6:30pm-8pm Outside Court 2 6th March 6:30pm-8pm Outside Court 2 All new players welcome For more information please contact Beth on 0408818449 or bethandrubbish@bigpond.com

The suitable applicant will hold a Drivers Licence All queries can be directed to Club President, Michael Hoffmann mickhoffmann@iinet.net.au or phone 0408 827 296

FOR SALE WAKEBOARD, Jobe 140cm with open boot bindings.

Good condition only done two seasons and would suit experienced or beginner wakeboarder. Less than half new price. $280. Phone 0439 898 159.

Is pleased to announce it can now offer eftpos facilities at the office on Richardson Place. All cards except Diners International Club are accepted. Book your advertisement now and take advantage of this convenient service!

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Council invites applications from people with diverse skills in administration and an interest in community to join our team. This position will work closely with the Manager Community Development, Governance and Strategic Support and other members of the Community Projects Team to ensure that the community development goals of Council are achieved. The position provides administrative and organisational support for a range of community programs and committees managed by Council and the Roxby Downs Community Board.

Previous experience in community services/community programs and working with committees will be highly regarded.

Council offers a family friendly and flexible working environment.

The salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Municipal Council of RoxbyDowns Enterprise Agreement 2010 and classified at a level 3.

If you have a passion for community development and are interested in this position please obtain a copy of the job and person specification prior to applying by calling the Council office on 8671 0010 or via email: roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au Written applications addressed to the Administrator must be submitted by the closing date and consist of a formal 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.

• Email: roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au Applications close 12 noon on Monday 27 February 2012 Bill Boehm Administrator

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Open volleyball tournament

ABOVE: Kelly Schneider.

RIGHT: Scott Phillips.

BELOW: Scott Phillips, Kelly Schneider, Andrew Pocock and Jessica Hamilton enjoying a rally.

ABOVE: Atticus Dekuyer.

BELOW: Geovanna Ponce de Leon.

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SENIOR BASKETBALL Results Men 07/02/2012 Roxby forfeited to Raptors Jets 65pts def Magic 40pts Todd Paull 17pts, Tyson Webber 14pts and Adam Ryan 14pts, Bailey Evans 9pts Devils 60pts def Chocies 33pts Ryan Bennett 20pts, Tyson Hornhardt 16pts and Lochie Munro 24pts, Jacob Haugum 7pts B Women 09/02/2012 Hornridge 64pts def Dynamite II 20pts Millie Clarke 20pts, Tayla French 15pts and Amanada Giles 10pts Eagles 30pts def Flames 28pts

Stacey Dadleh 12pts, Amy Rigg 8pts and Abby Hick 14pts, Lisa Johnstone 10pts Outlaws drew with Dynamite I 26 ea Cassie Norton 7pts,Georga Pavy 5pts andMikaela Wedding 12pts Melissa Ferry and Jenna Webster 6pts ea A Women 09/02/2012 Hornridge 42pts def Hypo’s 29pts Zoey Male 19ptsKristen Hickey 7pts and Erika Syvertsen 16pts, Elyshiah McCarthy 6pts Devillettes 35pts def Miners 22pts Sharon Fielder 10pts, Ricky Prosser 8pts and Danni Weir 14pts

CRICKET: Rogues player Travis Capper bowls against Olympic Dam. The final scores were (a T20 match): OD batted first and made 3/113, Roxby Rogues 8/94.

BASKETBALL ABOVE RIGHT: Dynamite II player TeArona Smith looks to pass off in the B women’s game last week.

RIGHT: Hornridge player Jessica Reid battles for control of the ball with TeArona Smith.

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By Vanessa Switala ast Saturday saw seven swimming clubs from around the State travel to Roxby Downs for its annual swimming carnival at Roxby Leisure.

Among the clubs to compete this year were Playford Aquatic Club, Port Augusta, Port Pirie, Quorn, Salisbury and Parafield Gardens Sharks, West Coast, Whyalla and Roxby Downs.

Swimmers competed in different swimming events throughout the day with many enjoying ‘free time’ after the events finished.

This year, 11 Mimili swimmers travelled for nine hours to take part in the carnival and swim for the Roxby Downs Swimming Club.

Mimili Swimming Coach, John Bell said the Roxby Downs Swimming Club did a fantastic job organising the carnival and was thrilled by their hospitality.

“They have made it really easy for us to come (to Roxby Downs). If it wasn’t for their hospitality we wouldn’t be able to come.

“It’s a bonus when one of our kids makes a final.

So far one of ours has and that’s a bonus!” Mr Bell exclaimed.

Mimili is an Indigenous community from the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands and is the sister community of Roxby Downs located north west in South Australia approximately 380 kilometres south of Alice Springs.

Tony McGauchie, Roxby Downs Swimming Club President thought the annual swimming carnival was a great success.

“We had a lot of help from other clubs on the day supplying officials to help us run the carnival,” he said.

“I have had many comments from people in regard to how much they enjoyed the day and will be trying to bring bigger teams for our next event.”

Mr McGauchie said the Roxby Downs swimmers did a great job with many achieving personal bests and there were plenty of medals around their necks.

“The weather was fantastic and the food cooked by the Rotary Club of Roxby (sic) was superb.”

“All in all I thought the day was well organised, well run and achieved the desired results.”

He added, “All who attended had a great time, there were lots of smiling faces, some great times swum and many proud parents at the end, what more could we ask for!”

Mr McGauchie would like to thank major sponsor CEG, Carnival Director Julie Greenfield, the organising committee, all officials and time keepers, team managers and all competitors for their time and effort to make the Roxby Downs Swimming Carnival such a success.

The Roxby Downs Swimming Club would also like to thank John, Sam, Jess and Marissa for bringing the Mimili children down from the APY lands to compete and for the lovely gift they gave the Swimming Club.

Roxby Downs Swimming Club member Emily Miller competing in a backstroke event on Saturday.

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