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Toy Library fun for Roxby families P

By Millie Thomas

arents right across the globe have at times felt the pinch of meeting their child’s toy needs and expectations.

Add in a remote locality and things can get tougher and even more expensive.

Ali Webber and Sarah Kopman, both mothers of young children, last year discussed with their ‘mothers’ group’ the expense of toys and rapidly diminishing storage space, and sought to find a cheaper solution to suit all.

The women decided a community toy library would best benefit Roxby Downs, taking into consideration the high percentage of pre - school aged children in the area.

After many months of planning and dedicating up to 40 hours a week to the not for profit organisation, the Roxby Downs Community Toy Library is almost ready to open.

“There wasn’t really that service here so we thought it was just something for the community to make living in Roxby a bit more comfortable and another thing for kids to do in the holidays,” explained Mrs Webber.

Focussing on high quality and often larger toys, the program will be aimed at children from zero to four years of age and will be open for toy viewing twice a week, starting tentatively on April 24.

“We’re going to be open to start with on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.30am til 12.30 and we’re just going to play that by ear,” said Mrs Webber.

She explained the days and times had been chosen to coincide with current pre school programs at Roxby Leisure, Nippy Gym and Toddler Story Time, as an added convenience to parents.

“We’re actually up on the stage at the auditorium, no kids are allowed up there, just the adults that will come and borrow them,” she added.

The Library will have a range of fun

Laura Trotta, Sarah Kopman and Ali Webber with a small portion of the toys that are available through the newly established Toy Library.

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and educational toys, as well as a section for special needs children, which has been funded by The Women’s Network.

“We actually caught up with Karen Russell to get some sort of idea of special needs children and what type of toys that they need to develop certain skills,” said Mrs Webber.

“We’re hoping that we can really provide some sort of real service.”

Mrs Kopman added, “The donation from them (The Women’s Network) has gone on special needs toys.”

Completely dependant on the support of volunteers, the library will extend its opening hours and expand the library.

So far, the organisation has seen a limited response.

“We’re not for profit, it’s totally community based so anything that we buy is all with funding and donations from people,” explained Mrs Kopman.

Mrs Webber and Mrs Kopman estimated that of approximately 100 appeals for support, less than ten had replied.

“We thought that we would easily get 20 (replies) and to date we have only had approximately 10 responses, which is a little bit disappointing” said Mrs Webber.

However, local ‘mumpreneur’ Laura Trotta has offered substantial support to the group, through her business Sustainababy.

“She’s been excellent and offered us discounts on all toys that she can source.

She was one of our ten out of a hundred!” exclaimed Mrs Webber.

Mrs Kopman also stated the organisation had received invaluable support from Roxby Council and Roxby Leisure in providing ideas, support and the venue.

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Robbery at Roxby Downs Bottle Shop

Budding young artist Paris Walker with some of her work.

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oxby Downs police are inves- dark coloured pants.

If anyone has any information retigating an aggravated robbery that occurred at The Thirsty garding this incident, or might know the identity of the man, they are urged Camel Bottle Shop, Roxby Downs.

At about 12.10am on Saturday 17th March 2012, a man armed with a tyre leaver waited for sta to exit the Bottle Shop, Tutop Street, Roxby Downs and demanded sta to hand over cash. An amount of cash was handed over.

The oender left the scene on foot heading in a south-westerly direction.

No injuries were sustained.

The oender is described as about 25 – 35 years old, Caucasian, about 6 feet tall, about 95kgs, medium build, unshaven and had thick eyebrows. He was wearing a grey hooded jumper and

to call BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

On 17 March 2012 a 23 year old Roxby Downs man was reported for exceeding the speed limit when he was timed by a mobile radar unit at a speed of 197kph in a110kph zone. He was instantly disqualiďŹ ed for a period of 6 months and an expiation notice issued.

On 17 March 2012 a 21 year old Roxby Downs man was arrested for Property Damage in Burgoyne Street Roxby Downs. He was bailed to appear in the Roxby Downs Court on 28 March 2012.

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aris Walker moved to Roxby Downs with her mother four months ago and has since produced three pieces of artwork for the Youth Centre oďŹƒce.

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two years.

She said at ďŹ rst it was a shock to move to Roxby Downs but is slowly getting used to it.

Paris said she started drawing and painting when she was six years old and strives to develop and improve her skills. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to my mum Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m at least this good,â&#x20AC;? Paris explained.

Her mother Heather Smith said Youth Activities Organiser Nicole Trethowen has been extremely helpful and supportive. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This work has given Paris something great to focus on and Paris is very happy,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know she is in good hands and thank Nicole for making her feel good about herself.â&#x20AC;?

Paris said she enjoys being able to put her feelings into her art work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel happy when I see my mumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s face because she is always so nice about (my work) even when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not good,â&#x20AC;? she explained.

Paris described how she started to create artwork for Nicole and the Youth Centre oďŹ&#x192;ce and said it began when her mother introduced her to Nicole. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nicole is such a nice lady, she always has such nice things to say.â&#x20AC;?

Paris said usually she would be withdrawn about painting for someone but she has come to trust Nicole. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was more than happy to,â&#x20AC;? she exclaimed.

When Paris ďŹ rst moved to Roxby Downs she said she felt isolated even though the community were very kind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Meeting Nicole is such a relief.

(Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s) a huge weight lifted and it feels nice to be able to talk to someone that gets it.â&#x20AC;?

Paris is always working on new

art pieces but they are usually to display in her own bedroom.

She said she is looking forward to completing more artwork for the Youth Centre oďŹ&#x192;ce. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve decided to do a big drawing to surprise Nicole and thank her for being so helpful,â&#x20AC;? Paris added.

The talented young artist has also been having art lessons with local Andamooka artist Alex Mendelssohn.

The Hungary born artist is a direct descendent of German composer Felix Mendelssohn and portrays his music through his oil paintings.

He has exhibited around Australia, Asia and the United States but has lived in Andamooka since moving there in 1958 to mine for opal.

Nicole explained how Paris came to the Youth Centre in January this year and expressed her love for painting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to support our youth in their interests so I asked Paris if she would be open to painting some works for the Youth OďŹ&#x192;ce, thankfully she said yes,â&#x20AC;? exclaimed Nicole. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love that Paris has meaning behind all her work and that her passion for her art is so great. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has been such a pleasure to get to know Paris and to be inspired by her art. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love that at her age Paris has such an abstract view of art. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very important to support our youth in their interests it also inspires ideas for the youth centre, I encourage any youths out there to let me know about them you never know where it can take you,â&#x20AC;? Nicole said.

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Bigger than Olympic Dam? A across the Vulcan project over the next 12 months.

“Since first identifying the Vulcan prospect, we have maintained an unshakeable belief about the similarity of this prospect’s mineral styles relative to Olympic Dam and the potential for it to host a deposit of significant value,” Tasman executive chairperson Greg Solomon said last year.

InDaily reported Koutsantonis believes South Australia’s exploration and mining boom won’t fade anytime soon. In the past nine years alone, the state has approved about 15 major mines, an impressive feat given the time typically needed to secure permits for big projects.

He said Rio Tinto’s Vulcan project was likely to be as big as Olympic Dam and perhaps even bigger.

In other news last week The Australian claimed BHP Billiton is planning an office tower in Adelaide linked with the proposed expansion of the

delaide InDaily recently re p o r te d th at M i n i n g Minister Tom Koutsantonis told a Canadian mining conference that South Australia has a mining project on the books that could be bigger than Olympic Dam.

As more drilling continues, prospects for another Olympic Dam size deposit are “on the books”.

Kevin Naughton reported Mr Koutsantonis as saying, “This whole region (South Australia) has about 20 mines now, 30 in the pipeline and about 130 in development.”

The ‘bigger than Olympic Dam’ project he referred to is Tasman Resources Vulcan project, an accelerated exploration program about 30 kilometres north of BHP Billiton’s Olympic Dam mine.

“The best anecdote I can give you is we’ve found the elephant, we are now looking for the herd,” Mr Koutsantonis was quoted as telling the largest annual gathering of Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada.

The Minister was also confident of BHP Billiton approving the huge Olympic Dam open-pit mine in the next few months.

“My view is we will get a decision from BHP (sic) around July Now or August.”

Tasman Resources forged a joint venture deal last year with Rio Tinto Exploration for a $5 million exploration program

Olympic Dam mine.

The report claims BHP Billiton is in talks with several developers and construction companies about a new office tower that could be worth up to $250 million.

A BHP Billiton spokesperson confirmed the company was considering its central business district office options in Adelaide.

“We established our uranium headquarters in Adelaide in 2009 when we created the Uranium Customer Sector Group,” the spokesperson said.

“Today, in Adelaide we are continuing to build the project team with around 700 people now in the Adelaide precinct, and numbers are expected to grow if the Olympic Dam project receives board approval later this year.

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out the help of Kath Messner, Community Projects Officer at the Council,” exclaimed Mrs Kopman.

“Right from day one she has been behind us one hundred percent, providing us with support, information and referring us to the right people to help get it going.”

“The Community Toy Library will give parents, grandparents and carers the chance to borrow toys for children that they would not necessarily buy,” said Michelle Hales, Manager of Community Development, Governance and Strategic Support for the Roxby Downs Council.

“Being able to provide a range of high quality toys that assist with children’s development is the main focus of the Toy Library and Council congratulates Sarah and Ali for the great job they have done and thanks Roxby Leisure for providing a ‘home’ for the toys.

“As with any community group or service, the success will depend on having committed volunteers to ensure many families are able to enjoy the experience.”

With both Mrs Webber and Mrs Kopman leaving Roxby Downs in the near future, they hope all their efforts setting up the organisation to benefit others has not been in

vain and the volunteer network will keep this service alive.

Families wishing to become part of the Roxby Downs Community Toy Library will pay only $30 for the year, which will allow each child an allowance of one toy per week.

Mrs Webber and Mrs Kopman are open to suggestions and community feedback and would like to thank Woolworths, Mitre 10, The Women’s Network, Roxby Council, Roxby Leisure, MPS, Precision Engineering, Roxby Pharmacy, Roxby Engineering and Fabrication, A Noble and Sons, Wardle Co Real Estate and Sustainababy for their support.

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ichael and Pat Pawelski now call Roxby Downs home after living in very remote locations throughout the Northern Territory for over three years.

Andrew Muir and Stefan Ahrens (Ahrens) met with Phil Lacey and Chris Koning (Olympic Dam Precision Engineering) last week.

Ahrens moves in on April 2

By Millie Thomas

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outh Australian owned and operated construction and engineering company Ahrens has announced the acquisition of Olympic Dam Precision Engineering (ODPE) on April 2.

The fourth generation family owned business met with Precision Engineering Managers Phil Lacey and Chris Koning last week to announce the take over exclusively to The Monitor.

Ahrens has worked at Olympic Dam since 1996 in constructing a waste heat boiler and expanding Olympic Dam Village.

More recently, they were also the major contract holder in constructing Roxby Downs Area School’s new multi purpose hall, officially opened last year.

“We know and understand the way things are done up here with BHPB, so that’s nothing that’s really new to us,” said Ahrens Managing Director, Stefan Ahrens.

“We have been looking at having more of a permanent presence in Roxby Downs for some time now. We’re very much in the steel industry and this was really a perfect fit for us with what they do here.”

Mr Ahrens said the purchase of ODPE is consistent with the company’s strategy to expand its mining services and infrastructure capabilities and invest in businesses with steady levels of recurring revenue.

“We have identified the Pilbara (Western Australia), Olympic Dam (South Australia), the Surat Basin and Bown Basins (Queensland) and the Northern Territory as having enormous potential for our vertically integrated operation to provide specialist Mining Infrastructure and Services,” Mr Ahrens said.

He told The Monitor Olympic Dam Precision Engineering would be run as normal, but with ‘a few extra things Ahrens can bring to the table’.

“We plan to grow other

product ranges and it will be quite exciting to work with the guys to be able to take on other projects and to develop the whole business to a new level.”

According to Mr Ahrens, ODPE will now have access to capabilities which will enable it to look at bigger structural steel and engineering projects, as well as more project management work.

“Essentially we’ll continue to operate Precision as everybody knows Precision to be, as in machine, fabrication and automotive, but what will happen now is our fabrication capabilities will be extended to the capabilities that Ahrens bring,” added ODPE General Manager, Phil Lacey.

Mr Ahrens said the company was keen to build on what ODPE has already established in Olympic Dam and Roxby Downs and implied the importance of community involvement.

“It’s something we’ve got a very strong focus on,” he said.

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“That really stems from my parents. Dad’s always been involved with Rotary and we’ve always been strong community participants, so we see that as a really important thing.”

Mr Lacey expressed his excitement at the greater support ODPE would now receive from Ahrens.

“With the way things are going, we’ll now have corporate backing of a much larger, established organisation which provides not only extended scope and capability for what we do up here, but it will really grow the name of our company with Ahrens.”

He also said there would be other spin offs, such as broader vocational opportunities for ODPE employees, and much the same, for Ahrens’ employees.

“We are very excited to welcome the team from ODPE to the Ahrens Group which means we now have 90 employees working for BHPB throughout Australia.

This means we are well resourced, both with people and key facilities, to partner with BHPB and other key clients throughout Australia,” finished Mr Ahrens.

The new Roxby Downs Tavern and Oasis Motor Inn managers have returned to a larger community after going bush from Darwin.

During 2009 the couple lived in Umbakumba, a tiny community for 12 months. For over the past two years they have been living in Kalkaringi running the remote community store.

Michael explained the remote community store had to be very versatile, “I sold everything from coffins to light globes.”

“If we wanted to shop at Woolworths we had to drive for five hours, now we only have to walk for two minutes,” he said with a smile.

Prior to living in remote communities Michael and Pat managed various hotels, motels, bottle shops, and Pat ran her own home-based bookkeeping service in Alice Springs for many years.

Michael has been in the liquor industry for 12 years through both retail and wholesale before the couple had their three year break in the desert.

Michael and Pat moved to Roxby Downs to become part of a larger community again.

“We were too remote for too long,” said Michael. Pat added, “We needed a larger community with more services.”

Michael and Pat already have numerous ideas on how to improve the Tavern and Motor Inn and are looking forward to the challenge.

“We need entertainment,” said Michael. “There has been a lack of entertainment on the premises.”

The couple also hope to commence wine dinners and have already started conversing with some of their contacts that are willing to jump on board.

Pat told The Monitor the biggest challenge she has encountered so far is learning so much in a short period of time. She said the support from the staff has been amazing.

“They are fantastic people and very long term. We have a great crew over at the Motor Inn too,” she said.

“They do a great job.”

Pat and Michael are currently on a recruitment drive to fully staff both the Tavern and Motor Inn. Pat said there is many long term staff in house keeping and they are currently training a new employee in the Motor Inn reception.

“We also have a very supportive maintenance man,” added Michael.

Pat and Michael are originally from Adelaide but spent 24 years in the Northern Territory and were living in Darwin before they ‘went bush’.

The couple have been married for 32 years and are hospitality driven.

Pat and Michael believe the Tavern and Motor Inn may have lost some of the ‘small things’ that mean a lot in the hospitality industry and look forward to re-introducing them.

“We understand what hospitality means,” said Pat. Michael added, “You have to treat people the way you would want to be treated.”

“Some things are easy to fix, they just have to be recognised.”

The couple praise the staff and said they have noticed a difference since they commenced due to the lapse in guidance for a month after previous managers Matt Dawe and Lisa Harding left Roxby Downs.

“As much as (the staff ) support us we will support them,” said Michael.

The Tavern is looking forward to welcoming Todd, a new chef on April 10 who is moving from Adelaide and was previously employed at the Red Ochre Grill which won the 2010 Best Contemporary Australian Restaurant in South Australia.

The Jones Group have owned the Tavern and Motor Inn for 12 years and said they are excited about the coming period.

“Particularly with the appointment of Michael and Pat who bring great experience in the industry.”

The Jones Group said they both have a passion and pride for improving both venues and look forward to seeing them both realise their vision for the venues.

RIGHT: New managers Michael and Pat Pawelski.

Triple J radio frequency down

By Vanessa Switala or the past few weeks the Triple J radio frequency 101.1FM has been unavailable to Roxby Downs listeners.

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The radio frequency is currently unlicensed but was previously licensed by BHP Billiton Olympic Dam Corporation.

Electrical Services Manager at Roxby Downs Council David Hallett said the Triple J frequency is the only system the Council looks after and was unaware the frequency had been off for so long.

“Apparently there may be an issue with the transmitter,” he said.

“I am unaware of it being off for so long. I myself do not listen to it.

“The problem has nothing to do with the licence it is a hardware fault,” he concluded.

Once the fault has been located the frequency will be up and running again for the Roxby Downs community.

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fter six months on the job in Roxby Downs Vivienne Holloway has been involved in many community roles, much wider than what was anticipated as arts events and business and marketing development.

Due to her past background in events management and cultural development, Vivienne’s role in Roxby has been expanded to incorporate many aspects that are important to the future development of the town, consulting with community groups and sectors, supporting community groups to facilitate and grow their activities, working with events as they come to town. Events such as the Invest SA conference, and Country Arts SA Shows on the Road program, creating strategic partnerships, mainstreet development such as the festive decorations and new street banners, assistance with marketing community events and activities and more.

She is directly involved with the Arts and Culture Forum, Women’s Network and Community Board as well as the Business Forum.

Roxby Downs Council Administrator Bill Boehm told The Monitor last week Ms Holloway spends much of her time in community and cultural development and about 30 per cent in business development.

“She is also assisting Council with its strategic plan, a vital role in meeting the needs of Roxby Downs in the future,” said Mr Boehm.

He said so far Ms Holloway has facilitated the introduction of a Business Forum and that forum has already had one successful breakfast meeting with others planned throughout the year. The Business Forum Executive Steering Committee (BFESC) has been meeting monthly since December.

Ms Holloway has also facilitated two surveys of local businesses, the results of which have been used to inform the activities of both the Community Board and the new BFESC. She also writes a weekly column in The Monitor entitled Roxby InBusiness,

Many more aspects to community role

aimed at sharing information with business managers in Roxby Downs. She liaises with Regional Development Australia Far North (RDA Far North) on local and regional needs.

RDA Far North provides Business Advisors and training for businesses in the region, as well as perform regional economic development activities.

Mr Boehm said, “She is a conduit for business development and the business community is encouraged to utilise her knowledge and to approach her at any time for additional information and support.

“Really business issues are up to business to resolve and I think the ‘text talk’ may be based on a misunderstanding as to Ms Holloway’s role. She has already facilitated the Business Forum and her role is to assist it and to encourage all businesses to get involved with their peers.

“That is an ongoing part of the role and Ms Holloway is working with this new business association to facilitate a range of activities to help stimulate local trade.”

“It takes a while for the benefits to show and it is up to local business to access and shape the Forum. Business issues should be raised through the Business Forum, that is the purpose of the Forum.”

Mr Boehm said Ms Holloway has an open door and is readily accessible to all businesses in the community as well as providing valuable work in the areas of cultural and social development.

She has been consulting with members of the community to institute mainstreet activation, a Roxby Downs World Food and Music Event, a Multicultural Group and activities such as a community kitchen, indigenous stories education programs, a community stories program to capture our past, our present and our future, a welcome pack for new residents introducing local businesses and community groups and services, and a range of new activities and programs to make the most of our growing community.

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Roxby Downs Vivienne told The Monitor, “Two of the things that are truly amazing about this community are, one, how well engaged it is and two, the amazing volunteer community leadership that is in place.

“In this unique community I have been very conscious that my role must not be one of imposing activities and programs on the community, rather working with community leaders to support and facilitate them in achieving these things.

“The fact that we have a community that can and does get involved in creating the programs and activities that shape our life here is, I think, what makes this such a wonderful, unique, inclusive and happy place to live.”

She went on to say, “With regards to business development, the roles of business and cultural development are clearly intertwined, a vibrant community needs a vibrant business community. There are some 280 businesses working in Roxby Downs, and I look forward to meeting all business managers over time.

“Working together with the BFESC and RDA Far North we are busily putting together programs and activities to support and grow the business community in Roxby Downs. We need your feedback and input to create the right plan. Feedback via the formal surveys is important, but informal feedback is also vital, so if I can ask three things: “ One; Please make sure your up to date details are on my database so that I can send you all of the information and opportunities as they come to light.

“Two; Please talk to me and your BFESC representatives. My door is always open (In the Visitor Information Centre – come on down, I’ll buy you a coffee), I have an email vholloway@roxbyleisure.com and both a landline 8671 0500 and a mobile 0448 059 168.

“Three; Please read your local media, connect with your community groups and get involved.”

LEFT: Vivienne Holloway explaining the role of the Community Board to Michelle Davies at last Saturday’s Market Day.

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The Government says it’s making up for property value increases that weren’t passed on during the drought.

But pastoralist Colin Greenfield, An ABC rural report last week from Billa Kalina Station north of said some rents are increasing by Roxby Downs, says it’ll cost him as much as 200 per cent over two almost $10,000 a year more and he

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Take a look at all those rude people who answer and send texts while they are out with family and friends. Social use of this media is spreading like an incurable cancer.

JR, Roxby Gotta say some social media stuff is terrible, but those who use it wisely have no problems and never will. As for addiction no – I don’t think so.

Bec Social media is one of the tools of today – don’t be a dinosaur. It is much more than merely a marketing tool and is already used in industrial disputes and will soon pressure big companies to change attitudes. It will be a tool NOT an addiction.

LG The media is far more accountable than pollies using parliamentary privilege to slander freely, yet leading the charge in pushing for a government regulator to gag the media. Too ironic!

Linda V Have you been sitting on your couch flipping through the channels and found that there is NOTHING TO WATCH! Or certainly nothing worth watching! So sick of Queensland news!

Roger That For those journalists who decry the “dismal” rate of Australian mothers in the workforce many mothers feel relentlessly tossed between being wage-slaves and domestic-slaves. They really want to work only part-time, if at all.

Official maternity leave raises pressure on women to resume work at a set time. We are far off from ensuring women can make fair choices about dedicated mothering and the workforce.

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Should Roxby petition for a South Australian commercial television coverage of the area?

Roxby InBusiness 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.

An interview with Sandy Sumsion

1. Tell us about your journey as a business woman.

After a childhood living in mining communities throughout South Australia and Western Australia, upon completing Year 12 aged 16, I started working for the Valuer Generals Office in Perth before moving to Adelaide where I continued working for

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Over $50 million for indigenous training

The Australian Government is asking for public input into setting the future direction of a $50 million initiative to help indigenous students move from school into the workplace. This program is a new approach to supporting indigenous students on the pathway from school to work or further study.

The Government is investing $50.7 million over four years for the IYCP (Interdenominational Young People’s Conference) to support 6400 school based traineeships for Indigenous students in Years 11 and 12.

Work related injuries cost $60 billion Two new reports published by Safe Work Australia show that despite Australia recording its lowest number of work-related deaths since 2003-04 (216 deaths), the total cost of work-related injury, illness and disease can

now be assessed at more than $60 billion. The distressingly high incidence of truck related injuries and fatalities brings further evidence to why it is so important for Parliament to pass the Road Safety Remuneration Bill being debated in the House of Representatives this week. Safe rates for truck drivers is all about safe roads. This latest research is evidence of the significant cost to Australia’s economy.

Move to biofuel industry Australia’s biofuel industry was given a boost last month as the Australian Government announced a $15 million commitment to the new commercial research. Already, the Government has committed $5 million in support of a freshwater and marine macroalgae to biofuels project at James Cook University. In late February, Australia’s Minister for Resources and Energy, Martin Ferguson, said the new program will enable Australia

the VGO in the SA Lands Department.

Life’s journey took me to Gladstone in Queensland for eight years working for Radio 4CC, and Queensland Alumina in administration and accounting roles. I returned to Adelaide and in 1991 started with RM Williams working as their Credit Manager for the next 12 years. In 2004 I took a one year contract with Guides SA as a Program and Training Co-ordinator (loved it) and then started with LandH Group as an Administration ICO and Workplace Trainer.

Since January 2008 I have worked in our business Raine and Horne Roxby Downs.

2. Describe some of your key struggles, as a woman in business or just in general.

I have only had one major struggle as a woman in business and that came about when I was trying to have a family and required time off (for medical reasons).

This was in a time when work agreements and laws were not as favorable towards

employees as they are now.

I have worked in many male dominated industries however, I believe if you are conscientious, persistent, have the skills to achieve the challenges set before you, communicate well and believe in yourself, you should not be judged by what sex you are.

3. What’s the most important thing you’ve learned as a woman in business?

Be honest with yourself about your strengths and weaknesses - then promote your skills and seek ways for further improvement of skills. I have always engaged in further education and have picked up many qualifications but more importantly additional skills along the way.

Many great skills relevant to the workplace can be developed outside the workplace. The hobbies and external interests that people have can often build skills

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to establish a commercial and competitive advanced biofuels industry.

Power tools surge to be the most searched items online Power tools have surged to top for the first time on the list of most searched items according to the February Getprice Online Shopping Index.

Lawn mowers and saws also appear in the top 20. This is backed by power tools and garden tools appearing in the top 10 categories.

The last month of summer saw a surging interest in bicycles, with bicycle accessories appearing in the top 20 most searched list for the first time.

Tuesday became the most popular day of the week for shopping on a desktop or laptop, while Sunday remains the most popular day for shopping on your mobile.

which can make them a well rounded employee.

Always leave a past employer with positive thoughts about you as a person, because you never know when your paths might cross again in life.

4. What are you most proud of?

After 30 years in the workforce, I can reflect on a great working life and I believe many of my past employers would agree that I was always a loyal, enthusiastic and conscientious employee - which makes me proud.

I am very proud of the business that Craig and I now own - Raine and Horne Roxby Downs.

5. What are the key challenges and opportunities for a business woman in the Roxby Districts?

I think business people anywhere have challenges - and Roxby Downs is very transient, therefore staff retention is an issue. However, there are also many positive about being in business for yourself, and we just love living in Roxby Downs.

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By Millie Thomas resenting her fourth exhibition in two years, on TV (sic) everything is just a fantasy of the illusion Anna Andrasic last week hung ‘Journey of the of life which we try and get past.”

Citing confidence and heart felt inspiration as her Heart’ in the Roxby Leisure Art Gallery.

Anna has created the 21 pieces on display over a period of two years and shows a vivid change in her painting style.

Featuring a vast display of flora and occasional anatomical figures in generally abstract pieces, the dimensions and stories behind each transcend strongly to the viewer.

Passionate and strongly emotionally connected with her artwork, Anna spoke with The Monitor about her most recent display.

“It is just emotional healing through expression, through creative expression I guess,” she said.

“Just a pictorial representation of the challenges of life I guess, the struggles.”

Anna explained that this exhibition was to her, the story of one woman’s journey through the challenges in life.

“Through the ups and the downs and everything we’re faced with in every day life and what society presents us with, what life presents us with, it’s just a journey of healing,” she said.

Two pieces stationed together, ‘Divine Masculinity’ and ‘Divine Femininity’ show the balance struggle that is so often prominent in everyday society.

“It’s just about bringing a balance in life between the male and the female, the man and the woman you know and the battle for a balance in your life of understanding,” said Anna.

Another, ‘Dissolving Illusion’, portrays Anna’s depiction on how people act and react to influential factors through life.

“Life in a lot of ways is like an illusion,” she explained. “We create all these scenarios with our lives and our mind and how things should be, so we kind of are, with our minds, living in an illusion I think, with which we just move from one to another.

main driving forces, Anna said that anyone can use their creativity as an emotional escape.

“I personally feel that everyone has got it in them to create through art or music or song, poetry, writing to express.

“Obviously for me it’s art, but everyone can do what I’ve done.”

She added she thinks many people’s creative ability is locked in through both judgement and disbelief.

“I think it’s about believing in yourself and accepting,” she said. “A big thing for me has been accepting encouragement and compliments from other people, that’s been a huge thing for me.

“I guess that comes from having confidence in yourself and just accepting other people’s encouragement and judgement and want not, and just taking it for what it is.”

Dubbed ‘Miss Anna Revolutionary’ by renowned Andamooka Artist Alex Mendelsohhn, Anna’s favourite piece, ‘Lay me down, my soul to rest’ reminds her most of her grandmother.

“The colours remind me of my nanna. This is a lot of the colours she used to wear and her clothing in the 70s and the 80s, the floral type things she would wear.

“I see her very much in there and I was very close to my nanna, so probably that one. It’s kind of peaceful.”

Anna would like to encourage anyone who has an interest in painting or drawing to give it a go.

“A lot of people say, ‘I would love to paint, I wish I could’. At the end of the day, everyone can. If they feel they can do it, I just dare them to do it, because creative arts are very healing.”

Roxby Downs Family Practice adopted the relatively new software that allows patients to converse with medical specialists upon referral, by a secure video link.

The software also provides the confidential sharing of medical documents between local general practitioners Dr Simon Lockwood and Dr Wendy Strachan and the remote specialist.

Dr Lockwood told The Monitor the medical

conditions of patients referred to use Healthbank had varied, but was mainly skin cancers.

“It’s patients that I’ve seen that I’ve thought might have skin cancer and I’ve either done a biopsy to confirm it or not, but they need to see a specialist to have it cut out,” he said.

Upon confirmation from the consulting specialist, Roxby Downs Family Practice goes through the process to organise an appointment in Adelaide.

According to Dr Lockwood, aside from a couple of sound problems in the first few consults, the software has been successful.

As reported in The Monitor on October 19

last year, a network of specialists will be utilised through this service, and more recently, Dr Lockwood said this list was ever expanding.

“They are still getting more and more specialists onto the list so we’ve been mainly dealing with the plastic surgeons so far, but shortly we’ll be able to add a cardiologist and we’ll go from there.

“It requires a bit of work on our end, we have to ring up a specialist and organise with their rooms when they can see the patient, so it is a bit of time for us, but for the patient it’s great.”

Currently, Healthbank has also been introduced to private practices in Meningie, Waikerie, Broken Hill and Berri.

Way2Go Program for our schools

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n a bid to educate Roxby Downs children about the value of road safety, both St Barbara’s Parish School and Roxby Downs Area School have joined the Way2Go Program in 2011.

A program initiated by the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure and supported by local councils and schools aims to improve infrastructure and create school travel environments that encourage safer, greener and more active travel.

According to a DPTI spokesperson, both schools are currently developing five year school travel plans to be implemented at some stage in 2012.

The plans include classroom teaching using the comprehensive Way2Go educational resources.

“The main intention of Way2Go is to increase the numbers of school students safely walking, cycling and using public transport where services are available. Active travel has lots of benefits, including improved health and learning outcomes for children and safer school environments,” said the spokesperson.

DPTI also stated to compliment the plans, Roxby Council has agreed to collaborate to improve the school precinct so it is safer for pedestrians and cyclists.

Measures to address road safety issues identified by schools are incorporated in the Way2Go program. At Roxby Downs, these include safely using crossings and making the entry and exits points at the school safer through the reduction of congestion at busy periods.

Bernadette Lacey, Principal of St Barbara’s Parish School is fully supportive of the program. “The Way2Go program is a great initiative and staff have been working with DPTI and are keen to begin implementing the program during PE classes,” she said.

“Naomi Bowley has worked closely with all people involved in this initiative in order to ensure its success at St Barb’s.”

Signage reiterating road safety messages at school entries and exit, Way2Go bicycle safety education classes and information for parents at home are just some of the initiatives included in this program.

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By Millie Thomas n the 100 plus strong community of Marree not much goes unnoticed.

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Home to Arabunna and Dieri tribes and situated 685 kilometres north of Adelaide, vocational opportunities don’t often arise for Marree residents.

ODT (Olympic Dam Transport) Australis owner and advocate of indigenous training and employment, Ken ‘Lamby’ Lamb sought to expand on years of work with indigenous communities, and make a change locally.

His partnership with Dave Couzner, Xceptional Recruitment Managing Director has enabled the successful training of eight indigenous youth and retention of five, who gain immediate employment at Olympic Dam.

Olympic Dam, by constructing the road from Axehead Quarry to Roxby Downs in 1986, enabling the transport of quarry rock for civil works.

His involvement with local tribes and tribal elders in their traditional land has made Mr Lamb highly reputable with indigenous communities.

“A couple of years ago, Dave Couzner and I were sitting on a clay pan and I said to Couzy, we’ve got to do some serious indigenous training, we’ve got to get these kids involved,” Mr Lamb recalled.

Vocational and moral training has ranged from taking indigenous Marree children to participate in cattle drives on Stuart Creek Station, through to aquaculture, agriculture and mining and resource sectors for employment opportunities.

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Youth involved came from Arabunna, Barngala, Dieri, Nauo, Andyamathanha and Kokotha tribes.

“We’ve had a huge involvement with the indigenous and that goes way back to childhood,” said Mr Lamb.

Growing up in Kimba in the State’s west, ODT Australis was instrumental in building initial infrastructure to support the mining industry at

from Marree attain their driving licences and machine operating tickets, but it remains, above all, that it is his effective communication and down to earth training methods that make the difference.

“When they came back (to school), I went over to Marree a month later, and Nikki (Prosser, Marree Aboriginal School Principal) said it was the first time they had ever talked, ever about what they want to do when

they leave school.”

Mr Lamb explained teaching these children in their homeland, with their respected elders present resounded strongly with the children.

“When we finish training for the day, they can sit down and then talk to the elders, because we don’t want them to lose their culture that’s one of the main important things and that’s why you need elders as mentors to be there with them,” he said. “ We d o n’ t train those kids just for us, we train them up there, in their lands, and then they’re comfortable.”

Robert Khan, a highly involved member of Marree Community Improvement and horse riding teacher to the Marree schoolchildren provided the integral link between Marree youth and Mr Lamb, teaching the children the laws of the land.

“It wasn’t about just teaching them to ride a horse, it was about respect for the land, all of that sort of thing comes into it,” explained Mr Khan.

“It’s all about the culture and the studies, what forms this land and how that got there and all of this history.”

Mr Khan told The Monitor that once finishing school at Marree, local children often move away without job prospects or vocational goals.

However, educational excursions such as this has since changed their entire outlook on life.

“We’ve got to teach these kids, you’ve got to work for a living.

They’re good kids,” he said.

“They’re different kids now. You only have to look at them in Marree. There is a sign of respect; it’s just opened their eyes.”

Prior training sessions at Mount Willoughby has seen a high employment and retention rate not only at Olympic Dam but Prominent Hill, Cairn Hill

and surrounding mines.

“Out of those programs, we’ve still got 19 on the books, so the retention rate is bloody good.”

It is Mr Lamb’s more recent venture, however, that the training has really hit home.

“I’ve been working much closer with the Marree community for something like three years, after a strong 20 year working relationship.

“We’ve also been working with the school, because you’ve got to get the mentality into the kids about what they want to do when they finish school.”

In partnership with Xceptional Recruitment who organised training for excavator, skid steer, loader and integrated tool carrier tickets, Mr Lamb spent two weeks in Marree not only training eight locals, but also cleaning up the town.

“What I wanted to do was not only train the Marree youth, but get them involved in a town clean up for the benefit of the whole Marree Community.

“I seriously won’t go out and train for the purpose of training, they’ve got to have an

“ ” ...it was the first time they had ever talked, ever about what they wanted to do when they leave school.

outcome otherwise it’s just a waste of time,” explained Mr Lamb.

He met with community members and the Marree Progress Association to discuss what locals felt they needed, a move that was highly respected amongst the community.

The initial training assessments were carried out on the clean up of the town’s rubbish tip.

“The kids were trained in that as part of the training package instead of just getting a pile of dirt and getting it giddy, so there’s something constructive come out of nothing,” said Mr Lamb.

They then moved onto the major project - the removal and compaction of 72 car wrecks around town, of which the community will receive $200 back for each vehicle.

“Not only that, on the last day there, Jim Shearer was with me, and I heard Robert call out to Jim, ‘Jesus don’t go yet mate, you’d better come back. We’ve just talked to Sophie, Sophie says hold up you’ve got another five cars!’”

Not only that, but a complete overhaul of the town’s waste depot, and clean up of the pub, school, police station and hospital, as well as some private residents’ yards.

They also helped erect a work shed for the local blacksmith, while they were at it.

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their own needs was a massive achievement.

“They will now have the ability to do what they need to do.

Cleaning up your rubbish tips and that, or just doing work around any household that needs doing, you see?

“The community and that can form a sort of partnership, you know what I mean? Working together.”

He said the opportunities are now limitless.

“For someone like that being able to come in and earn that sor t of support, you could move mountains. There’s so much that can be done in the next generation of people.”

At the presentation of the certificates at the Marree Hotel, Mr Dodd said the whole community came together – different groups, pastoralists and trainees.

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He added an amount of scepticism and apprehension was evident when they first came to town.

“They’d never seen anything like this in their life.

Reggie (Dodd, member of the Arabana tribe and Chairman of the Marree Progress Association and member of the Aboriginal Lands Trust) will tell you that.”

“And all of a sudden, people were coming out of the woodwork saying ‘how good is this?’ and they were telling the kids this, as to which they stood proud.

“I had kids crying to me and mate I had tears in my eyes because it’s just good stuff.”

Mr Dodd was completely overwhelmed by the experience.

“How was it received in the community? Very, very well,” Mr Dodd told The Monitor.

“Something like that has never ever happened here.”

He explained how other attempts to train

Marree locals had proven ineffective, because of the impersonal and impractical approach.

“I mean they weren’t doing what the community needed anyhow and they were actually meeting the needs of bureaucracy or policy,” he said.

According to Mr Dodd, Mr Lamb’s ‘down to earth’ approach has made the training so successful. “100 per cent down to earth, sitting down on the ground talking to people and saying ‘what are your needs? I’m not here to tell you what you want, I’m here to ask you what you want and we will try and lend you support so you achieve what you want to achieve.’”

“They did what the community wanted and the outcome was 150 per cent success.

“He’s that type of person lending support for communities and going out and doing it rather than sitting down and talking about it.”

Mr Dodd said that showing locals that they have the ability to provide for

ment achievements.

“All the people come around, the pastoralists, we had a great night. Lamby had a tear in his eye, Couzy had a tear in his eye – he’s a big strong man! He was a champion iron man and he went to water,” explained Mr Khan.

“What Lamby has done for Marree, no one else has done it. We’ve had promises, but we can’t live on promises.”

Dion Khan, o n e o f th e mentors, addresse d the trainees during the program and spoke of his childhood and of peering over the kindergarten fence at Marree, watching his uncles, his heroes, working on highway graders and loaders.

It was all he had ever wanted to do.

“At the presentation, during that course, those kids got on the loaders and cleaned up the kindergarten. All the kindy kids were looking over the fence, and again looking at their uncles and aunties driving these huge bloody machines and they were in their eyes the heroes.

“Those kids, who had no skills the day before, were heroes of the community. Now those kindy kids have got something to look forward to,” expressed Mr Lamb.

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pudding, as Marree Aboriginal School Principal Nikki Prosser, told The Monitor the impact Mr Lamb’s generosity has had on the children.

“We have developed a relationship which has had significant and positive repercussions for our students,” said Ms Prosser. “Ken is such a genuine person who really ‘gets us’, understands where our kids are coming from and is able to see the great potential in them.”

Ms Prosser illustrated Mr Lamb’s influence in saying, “One student recently wrote in an English essay ‘Ken Lamb is the wisest person I know’, he went on to describe his great friendship with Ken and how he will pursue the mining industr y as a career path because of this relationship.

“Another student identified Ken’s goodwill by saying he ‘likes to give back to people and will give Indigenous people a go’.”

“I would like to say that it’s the best thing that ever happened to Marree for many, many years,” added Mr Dodd.

“Lamby’s just one of those persons, you run into someone like this once every blue moon.”

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02. Isobella, Jannah and Sanja at the recent Blue Light Disco at the auditorium.

03. Colin Palecek and Shaun Freeth at The Tavern.

04. Ricca and Livia at the Blue Light disco.

06. Ray Van Bochove at The Community Club last Saturday night.

07. Tony Holbrook, Karen Adams, Donna Hill, Ivan and Cecilia Espinoza at the Variety Bash Long Lunch.

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09. Brother and sister, Cameron and Maddison enoyed the Blue Light disco.

10. Hartley and Summer danced the night away at the Blue Light disco.

11. Moe Sizlack, Jason Paschke, Matt Penny, Josh Akarana, Chad Allen, Alex Robinson and Sarah Roberts at The Community Club last Saturday night.

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Mining 80 per cent of world opals come from SA

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outh Australia is home to four proclaimed opal fields including Roxby Downsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; neighbouring town Andamooka.

Another three prominent opal ďŹ elds include Coober Pedy, Mintabie and Stuart Creek with ďŹ elds also on Lambina and Welbourn Hill pastoral stations.

South Australian opal ďŹ elds supply approximately 80 per cent of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opal production alone.

Opal was ďŹ rst discovered in Andamooka by two boundary riders from Andamooka Station in 1930.

Due to the harsh climate and world events in 1940s, the production of the ďŹ eld was slow to start but by 1962 approximately 800 miners were working on the ďŹ elds.

Andamooka opal ďŹ elds cover 52 square kilometres where miners work in shafts, large boreholes, open-cut excavation and small tunnels.

Andamooka opal is considered the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most stable and is mined from between three and 10 metres into the ground.

Another of South Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opal ďŹ elds, Coober Pedy produces the bulk of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s white opal.

The Coober Pedy opal mining ďŹ elds are located 750 kilometres north of Adelaide or 450 kilometres from Roxby Downs.

Many Coober Pedy locals live underground in dugouts on the edge of the Stuart Ranges.

The dugout style of living derived form the Aboriginal words â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;okupa pitiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; meaning â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;white manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s burrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

Opal was ďŹ rst discovered in Coober Pedy in 1915 by a 14-year-old boy who was camping with his fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gold prospecting party. By 1916 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Big Flatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; was established as the primary ďŹ eld and after the First World War an inďŹ&#x201A;ux of miners caused a major increase in production.

Larry Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Toole, a well sinker, discovered the ďŹ rst opal at Mintabie in the 1920s.

During 1978 the ďŹ eld was worked consistently when high-quality opal was found. Mintabie is located 180 kilometres south of the Northern Territory border and the harsh climate and lack of water discouraged many miners.

Opal was discovered at Lambina opal ďŹ elds during the 1930s and mining continued at varying levels until the mid 1990s. The discovery of ďŹ rst-rate stones in 1996 led to a rush of miners but before the claims could be processed the Wik native title decision halted any new mining.

In order to mine for opals in South Australia a current Precious Stones Prospecting Permit must be obtained.

To acquire a permit, applications must be made personally to any oďŹ&#x192;ce of the Mining Registrar in Andamooka, Adelaide, Coober Pedy or Marla and applicants must be an Australian resident or hold a current working visa.

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ABOVE: Opal plots overlooking the town of Andamooka. The fields are stretching further from the town with some saying they have not struck the major fields yet.

LEFT: An example of an opal showing the vivid colours in natural light.

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Mining Significant change in uranium focus

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two day national industry forum will be held in Adelaide next week to debate how Australia’s uranium exploration and mining will emerge from the current political and economic climate.

The forum, the ‘2012 Paydirt Uranium Conference’ at the Hilton Hotel – has attracted the two resources ministers from the country’s most active and maiden, uranium mining jurisdictions – South Australia and Western Australia - as well as some of Australia’s most influential leaders on uranium and nuclear issues.

They include new South Australian Mineral Resources Minister, Tom Koutsantonis; Western Australia’s Mines and Petroleum Minister, Norman Moore; renowned international radiation expert, Canadian Dr Doug Boreham; one of Australia’s foremost female uranium proponents, Toro Energy Chair, Erica Smyth; Sir Hubert Wilkins Chair of Climate Change at the University of Adelaide, Professor Barry Brooke; and the Australian Uranium Association’s Communications Director, Simon Clarke.

“There has been a remarkable change in the Australian uranium landscape in the 12 months since the last uranium forum here in Adelaide 12 months ago,” Conference Convenor, said Mr Bill Repard.

“The sector’s hiccups in the wake of Fukushima are now over with, the global development of new nuclear power stations continues unabated – including the recent United States decision to build its first new nuclear plant in decades – and the Australian sector has literally commenced a ‘U’ turn in every sense,” Mr Repard said.

“The Federal Government has flagged potential sales to India for the first time of Australian uranium, New South Wales has announced plans to allow uranium exploration, Western Australia is well on the path to its first uranium mine with Toro Energy’s Wiluna project scheduled for construction start later this year, South Australia has the prospect of two or three new uranium

mines in the near term, and the imminent BHP Billiton greenlight on the Olympic Dam expansion will massively increase that mine’s yellowcake production credits,” he said.

“If the March 24 Queensland poll sees a change of government, the prospects are high that a politically conservative regime in that State will open up to exploration, some of the country’s most highly prospective and until now, inaccessible uranium plays.

“On top of that, we have the draft Energy White Paper, now in the public arena for comment, that acknowledges that future Australian Governments may not hold the same view as the current administration barring the use of nuclear energy in Australia.

“The draft paper recognises that if Australia cannot meet its emission reduction objectives by 2025 onwards from new low emission energy technologies, then if nuclear energy is to fill that gap long-term, it needs a lead time for such decisions of 10-15 years.

“This protracted period will be necessary to allow plant approvals and construction to commence, to have an appropriate regulatory framework put in place and to garner and lock down what would need to be bipartisan support.

“If you consider all of the above factors, this is an extraordinary turnaround in under a year in the current and emerging prospects for Australia’s uranium exploration and mining sectors. It is little wonder that many equities market commentators see uranium as the ‘sleeper commodity’ that is awakening with a vengeance,” Mr Repard said.

“Whether you are a retail punter or sophisticated investor in the stock market, it would be a fair statement to suggest that Australian uranium equities, going forward, now have substantially more appeal in their potential upside than has been the case in the past 18 months or so.”

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Multi-million dollar export facility given economic importance

major development milestone for one of South Australia’s most crucial infrastructure projects was achieved recently with a new multi-million dollar bulk commodities export facility at Port Bonython on Spencer Gulf given major project status by the South Australian Government.

The South Australian Government declared the project – to be developed by Spencer Gulf Port Link Consortium - to be of major environmental, social and economic importance to the State under section 46 of the Development Act 1993.

The major project declaration triggers the most exhaustive development assessment process in South Australia.

“We welcome the SA Government’s decision, and the consortium will now undertake the necessary next step to progress this in a timely manner,” Flinders Ports Chief Executive and Consortium spokesman, Vincent Tremaine said.

“It means South Australia is a further step closer towards construction commencing on a world-class infrastructure development – one vital to the future prosperity of this state,” he said.

“We are also pleased the SA Government agrees with us that Port Bonython is the most appropriate location for this type of port in the area, taking in a number of factors including water depth, land availability, and its proximity to rail and proposed mining projects in the region.

“Much work has already been undertaken on this project, and there is much more to go, but the declaration is a significant step forward in the process.

“Further, it underscores the Government’s awareness of the types of projects that need to be constructed in the short term if the State is to maximise economic opportunities that will arise out of the current and future mining booms.”

The announcement comes as a comprehensive environmental assessment of the preferred site is being finalised.

Last year, Spencer Gulf Port Link Consortium announced it had engaged national strategic design and engineering firm, Arup, to prepare a report addressing a range of different issues including project management, environmental management and sustainability, rail and maritime access, and community consultation.

Gypsum project milestone for Minotaur

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outh Australia’s potential to consolidate its mantle as Australia’s largest supplier of the in demand building and agricultural additive – gypsum – recently achieved a new milestone with the announcement of the first exploration target for a gypsum deposit on the State’s west coast.

The target of 50 to 60 million tonnes of high grade 85 to 90 per cent gypsum has been announced by Minotaur Resources Limited (ASX: “MEP”) as 100 per cent owner of the Lake Purdilla deposit, 100 kilometres southeast of Ceduna.

Lake Purdilla, a shallow lake structure behind coastal dunes, is South Australia’s largest undeveloped gypsum deposit.

It exhibits, however, the same geological structure and gypsum styles as Australia’s largest gypsum deposit – the Boral and CSR-backed Lake MacDonnell gypsum mine, itself on the western side of Ceduna.

Lake MacDonnell’s production is railed 64 kilometres to the coast and exported via existing port facilities at Thevenard as part of South Australia’s annual gypsum production of two million tonnes a year.

This volume accounts for about half of Australia’s total production and services

primarily most of the domestic requirements for gypsum in plasterboard, cement and agriculture.

Minotaur said that Lake Purdilla’s gypsum could be exported through the same Port Thevenard facility but would require a 130 kilometre road haul.

An alternative, Minotaur Managing Director, Andrew Woskett says, is the development of a new but conventional handymax-size bulk commodity port facility within just 15 kilometres of Lake Purdilla.

“Our modeling of historical and current data shows Lake Purdilla has an average thickness of 2.8 metres ranging up to 4.7 metres at its thickest point, and an average overburden of less than one fifth of a metre,” Mr Woskett said.

“Its gypsum style is crystalline in form, of high quality and very suitable for use by the building materials industry and for agricultural applications such as soil improvers and conditioners,” he said.

The 18.8 kilometres squared deposit is located on tenement EL 4203.

Mr Woskett said it was estimated that a one million tonnes a year mining operation at Lake Purdilla could support an export operation with a mine life of approximately 50 years.

The deposit is also strategically located close to Minotaur’s Poochera kaolin deposits.

Spencer Gulf Port Link Consortium comprises Flinders Port Holdings, Leighton Contractors, Macquarie Capital, BIS Industrial Logistics and the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC).

Mr Tremaine said the final design for the project is dependent on a range of issues, including geotechnical conditions, environmental controls, finalising user agreements with customers, a wide range of approvals, and financing for the project.

However, it is likely to include: • a three kilometre-long jetty reaching into deep water, with enclosed conveyors and a ship loader; • the jetty being designed to handle “cape” size ships carrying up to 180,000 tonnes of cargo, and; • significant rail and storage facilities on land adjacent the jetty precinct.

Mr Tremaine said if the project is approved, construction would take about two and a half years to complete, and employ about 400 workers. It could be ready for export in about four to four and a half years from now.

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ROXBY COUNCIL WEEKLY INFORMATION UPDATE

Green waste bins next week

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Change of plan

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ext we ek , st ar ting Wednesday, March 28 will be the first collection of green waste bins (this is the bin you used to use for all your rubbish).

lease note, if you live on Tiliqua Crescent there are changes to your new waste collection days.

To fine tune the collection service route BSH Waste Solutions and Roxby Council advise: East of Tiliqua Crescent, (Properties 51 – 100), Roxby Downs will be included in Area 2 (A2) scheduled for Thursday collection.

West of Tiliqua Crescent (properties 1 – 50), Roxby Downs will be included Area 3 (A3) in the Friday collection.

All affected properties will be receiving new calendars and information booklets to reflect this change.

BSH Waste Solutions and Roxby Council apologise for any inconvenience this alteration may make to residents.

Of course your red lidded bin goes out every week with general waste that is not recyclable.

This weekend is the perfect time to clean up the garden and use your green bin. Remember if it didn’t grow, it can’t go in the organic (green lid bin). Here’s a little exercise for the young experts in your family.

Which of the items can be placed in your organics bin?

That’s the one that has a green lid, or used to be your only rubbish bin before we started to recycle in Roxby Downs.

This week from Wednesday, March 21, is recycling week – yellow lid bins should be out on your kerb, next to your red Provided by Recycle Right program – Zero Waste SA at www.zerowaste.sa.gov.au. lid bin before 7am.

Mozzie madness

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ain in Roxby Downs is a wonderful weather event that cools us down and makes the whole area come alive.

But after the rain, small visitors that are not welcome usually appear.

They have wings, buzz around your ears and give a nasty bite – not the sort of critter you look forward to invading your back yard. Mosquitoes!

The recent rain and humidity have bought mozzies out in their droves and they will co-exist with us until a a sequence of hot dry weather, or the first frost. So we have to act to protect ourselves and our families.

Mosquitoes can attack day or night. Not only are they a nuisance but some can spread serious disease when they bite. Because they breed in standing water Council has recently commenced work on four carparks that will accommodate caravans and tow vehicles, – fresh, salty or stagnant, there many spots in our making it easier for people passing through to stop and spend some time taking in the sights of our beautiful back yards that can be paradise for these insects so town. These carparks will be located at the rear of The Roxby Downs Community Club carpark. it’s important that we clean up any potential breeding spots.

Council has treated the town water ponds to prevent the breeding of mosquitoes and here are some important tips for mosquito proofing your home. Empty drip trays from pot plants at least once a week, or fill them with sand; empty and refill bird baths, stock troughs and pets drinking water at least weekly; keep swimming pools maintained and disinfected; keep drains and gutters clear of debris; and clean up and dispose of n 2012, the Harmony Day theme sport - play, engage, inspire from www.harmony.gov.au).

Roxby Council acknowledges and is celebrating Harmony Day rubbish around your back yard that can trap water. recognises the important role and positive influence that To protect you and your family- cover up. Wear on March 21, 2012. sport has in our multicultural nation. loose fitting, light coloured clothing covering as much The Council office has been decorated and we are offering oranges Involvement in sport whether as a participant, volunteer, spectaof the body as possible. Use an insect repellent, but to customers to promote the awareness of the large part sport plays check the label when looking to protect babies and tor or administrator unites people of all ages and fosters a sense of belonging, acceptance and an understanding of other cultures (taken in bringing cultures together. toddlers, the chemist will be able to advise you on the best defence for your little ones.

Try not to go outside when there are lots of mosquitoes about, some mosquitoes will bite during the day but most are at their biting best for two or three hours around sunrise and sunset.

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JOINING FORUMS If you would like to join a forum and

The Roxby Downs Community Plan’s viarch 21 is Harmony Day and this year the message continues sion, for which the Sport and Recreation Forum was developed, to ensure Roxby Downs – everyone belongs.

The day is about community participation, inclusiveness and respect - a time to reflect on where Australia has come from, while also recognising the traditional owners of the land.

It’s a day where activities and celebrations help us learn and understand how Australians of different backgrounds live together and make our democratic nation a better place.

The aim of Harmony Day 2012 is to encourage everyone, regardless of background to participate in a sporting activity, increase understanding and to be inspired or inspire others.

Australia is an active sporting nation, and Roxby Downs is a keen sporting town.

Chairperson for the Sport and Recreation Forum (a subcommittee of the Community Board), Damien Condon, pictured right in his sporting glory, (nice pants Damo!) agrees with the sentiment.

offers extensive opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages and skill levels to participate in a wide range of sport and recreation activities.

It is the Forum’s role to bring sporting clubs together to collaborate on positive way forward in sport administration, development and participation.

In the past the Sport and Recreation Forum has assisted with funding opportunities, skills development and to share operational and management strategies to involve the entire community.

The Sport and Recreation Forum is also responsible for coordinating, judging and awarding the Sports Persons of the Year and Team of the Year Awards at our Australia Day Celebrations each January.

The Sport and Recreation Forum is currently seeking new members to assist in these projects on behalf of our active community.

Happy Health Expo

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lans are well underway for the Happy Healthy Expo which is being held in the Auditorium and pool area on March 31, 2012.

Stall holders which have agreed to help us on track to a healthy happy lifestyle include the Royal Flying Doctor Service Auxillary, Arid Recovery, Life Changing Massage, Roxby Roadsafe, Blue Light and SAPOL (South Austral-

ian Police) , BHP Billiton Medical Centre, Andamooka HAC (Health Advisory Council), Andamooka Parents Group, Roxby Downs Community Christian Church, Roxby Downs Remote Control Cars Club, and Epilepsy SA. There will also be a healthy trail for the kids (and their parents) to follow through the expo site.

The community will be treated to some healthy food, prepared by our wonderful Community Health Team as well as being able to ask health related questions for ourselves and families.

There will be a ‘Health Challenge’ kicked off by Roxby Leisure and information on youth services and activities in Roxby Downs. The community will also hear the Roxby Folk Club and Roxby’s own Sing Australia Group perform on the day.

Roxby Leisure has kindly agreed to free entry to the pool for the time that the expo is operating.

All-in-all there will be things to look at, people to talk to, groups to join and much fun to be had.

“We’d love you to be involved too,” said Community Projects Officer, Kath Messner.

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would like more information please contact the following people.

New members are always welcome.

ARTS and CULTURE FORUM Rachel Young 0428 671 000

BUSINESS FORUM Laura Trotta 0412 734 964 If you are keen to be involved, no matter what your sporting interests, contact please Damien Condon on 0439 862 784, who will be happy to discuss the Sport and Recreation Forum with you.

Community workshop with Opera stars

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cclaimed opera touring company, Co-Opera, brings Mozart’s hilarious masterpiece Cosi fan tutte to life in Roxby Downs, thanks to Country Arts SA, on Thursday March 29.

Co-Opera are offering community groups the chance to participate in a workshop and perform on stage with the professionals in Cosi fan tutte.

You can join the Roxby Community Choir, or the Roxby Downs Youth Orchestra in the workshop to be held at the Dunes Cafe 7.15pm Wednesday, March 28. There is also a workshop for Roxby Downs Youth Orchestra at Roxby Downs Area School music room at 3.30pm that day.

St Barbara’s School Year six and seven children are invited to join workshops at their school on Wednesday, March 28, and to join the group workshop that evening.

All adults and children are invited to join the Roxby Community Choir. Youth musicians are also invited to join the Youth Orchestra. To register your interest in either of these groups call Dr Owen Lewis on 0434 085 269 or email owen_d_lewis@ hotmail.com.

It’s free to participate in the workshop and performance. Tickets to the Co-Opera performance are $25 adults, $20 concession and $15 for students, available from the Visitor Information Centre, phone 8671 2001.

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

Members of the public are welcome to attend and observe.

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

Confidential discussions with the Board can be arranged if required.

COMMUNITY BOARD Michelle Hales 0418 833 818

EDUCATION and WORKPLACE TRAINING Michelle Hales 0418 833 818

SPORTS and RECREATION FORUM Damien Condon 0439 862 784

COMMUNITY GARDEN Patrik Ibele 8671 0168

HEALTH FORUM Karen Russell 8671 9020

ROXBY ROADSAFE MEETING WOMEN’S NETWORK Kath Messner 0438 871 153

CONTACTING THE BOARD For further information, advice or general questions please contact: Michelle Hales, Executive Officer Roxby Downs Community Board Inc. PO Box 85 Roxby Downs SA 5725 Mobile: 0418 833 818 Email: halesm@roxbycouncil.com.au

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Expressions of interest are being sought for the below areas of work: • Labourers • Machine Operators • Poly Welders • Diesel Fitter The successful applicants will report to the Civil Supervisor and be adaptable to strict systems of safety procedures, provide excellent communication skills, be punctual, demonstrate initiative, be selfmotivated and enjoy working in a team environment.

These positions offer an excellent opportunity to join our Olympic Dam team and will offer an attractive remuneration package for the duration of the project.

Broadspectrum strives to maintain focus on safety and compliance, therefore the below pre-requisites are required: • Current/Valid Driver’s Licence • White Card Broadspectrum is an equal opportunity employer and applications are invited on this basis.

You will be required to undergo a full medical, including drug and alcohol screening prior to commencement of employment.

To register your interest, please fax/email resume with current contactable referees and copies of qualifications to:

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COMMENCEMENT DATE: Monday 23rd April 2012 Qualifications: Early Childhood Teaching or Childcare Qualifications (Diploma) Senior First Aid Certificate.

Mandatory Reporting Police Check This position involves coordination of the Roxby Downs Area School Out of School Hours Care and Vacation programs. These programs provide care and activities for children aged 5 to 12 years before and after school and during school vacation.

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St Barbara’s Parish School Teacher Required Please contact the school for more details on 08 8671 3207.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE Cedar Creek Custom 34RLSR 5th Wheeler

The Director reports to the Principal and is accountable to the school’s Governing Council.

For more information and for a Job and Person Specification please ring Annie Uhlik at the Roxby Downs Area School 86710011 or email annie.uhlik@ rdas.sa.edu.au Closing date for applications: Thursday 2nd April, 2012.

DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER BASED IN PORT AUGUSTA

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer is responsible to the CEO for managing the Association’s corporate compliance and governance efficiently and effectively including promoting, supporting and facilitating economic development and sustainable growth in the Far North Region and for assisting the CEO to ensure the achievement of the Association’s objectives. The DCEO is also responsible for assisting in the development of strategic plans of the Association and for building and maintaining strong working relationships and partnerships with relevant stakeholders.

You will be required to prepare reports, strategic planning documentation, maintain and manage reporting systems, be able to provide input on projects and have knowledge of broader business and socio-economic issues and trends in relation to regional development.

The ability to exercise discretion in the use of commercially confidential and government information and sensitivity in balancing different perspectives on regional issues will also be beneficial.

Culturally you will need to be results focussed, analytical and have skills and experience in corporate governance and strategic planning.

With exceptional written communication skills you will need to demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of organisational contract compliance. These key personal strengths need to be coupled with an ability to assist the CEO in leading a proactive and exciting organisation.

You will be sensitive to political and social issues and must be able to demonstrate an ability to work effectively and confidently with the community, business and all levels of Government.

An attractive remuneration package for this key role is being offered.

Contact Claire Wiseman on 08 8641 1444, email cwiseman@ rdafn.com.au to discuss the position. Position Description can be downloaded from www.rdafn.com.au Applicants must address the Position Description. Forward applications (marked confidential) to: Claire Wiseman, CEO Regional Development Australia Far North PO Box 1762 PORT AUGUSTA SA 5700 Or email to : cwiseman@rdafn.com.au Closing date for applications is close of business Friday, March 30 2012.

IF you have something to buy, sell or have a position vacant, call Jody on 8671 2683 to place your classieified and reach more people in the Far North

36ft.8ins long,12ft 11ins high opens to 13ft wide with slide outs. Bought in April 2009, Australian road Built, upgraded suspension & axles, airbrakes, 3 slideouts, Full Kitchen, ducted air cooler/ heating, floor heating, 2 air conditioners, LCD TV/DVD entertainment system, 6 sound speakers, exterior sound system, Q/lounge/bed, Recliners, stools, chairs. Bathroom. L.G washing/ dryer combo, central vacuum, Pull out Covers, 12 volt battery charger, 2 batteries LED lighting heaps of cupboards/storage, Crime safe doors, Queen master room heaps of w/robes and cupboards, Reversing camera, Honda Generator EU20i.

Many more extras. All books available, AMERICAN F350 Ford Lariat Crew Cab 4x4 SRWL V8 , 640 twin turbo Luxury Leather seats, Rego SB20BY, New Upgraded aircooler, Long Range Fuel tank, New Torneu Cover, many extras 22000 km, 1 year warranty on Ford.

IN EXCELLENT AS NEW CONDITION. Inspection at Adelaide 0419333852

$270,000.00. Complete

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Consults at 97 Pioneer Drive, Roxby Downs Tuesday 3rd April PM and Wednesday 4th April AM Tuesday 17th April PM and Wednesday 18th April AM

Times to accommodate shift workers Instant health fund rebates - Manual adjusting & Activator techniques

TENDERS

TENDERS FOR CLEANING SERVICES Tenders are invited from companies or persons within the Roxby Downs area for the provision of cleaning services at the Roxby Downs Child Care Centre and Roxby Downs Kindergarten. This is a contract position commencing 10th April, 2012 and applicants must have own ABN, Public Liability Insurance, and cleaning equipment.

Inspection of the areas to be cleaned can be arranged by contacting Melissa on 86710911 or email rdccc.director@bigpond.com.

Tenders close: 5pm March 30, 2012

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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TENURE: Initially 12 months (Hours per week between (25 - 30) with negotiated increase of time during Vacation Care Reviewed in April 2013

Please forward your resume to:

• Civil Project works • Equal Opportunity Employer • Multi-National Organisation

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POSITION VACANT for OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS CARE DIRECTOR

Short listed applicants must be willing to participate in a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Olympic Dam, SA

TRANSPORTABLE House for Sale 3 bedroom transportable house for sale, which does require some TLC. House is currently situated at Broadspectrum’s yard Lot 5 Charlton Road, Olympic Dam. The successful purchaser will be responsible for the costs associated with pick up and transport and necessary approvals / permits from Transport SA and/or other such authorities who require approval to transport on public roads. Price negotiable.

Please contact Michelle Player should you wish to view the house ph 08 8671 2450. Please contact Ben Whelan mob 0407 322 453 should you wish to submit an offer for the house.

ROXBY DOWNS AREA SCHOOL

We offer a great hourly rate and an attractive 5/2 roster

A better income solution! Earn up to $500-$4000 per month part-time or full-time working from home. Full training and support provided. Be you own boss! www.newsucess. com.au.

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POSITIONS VACANT

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Splish splash RIGHT: Reception student, Degan playing ball games.

BELOW: Lily and Paige are both in Bev Zeptner’s reception class.

BELOW LEFT: Mickalee playing games.

LEFT: Ashlee, Breanna and Maddison go surfing.

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ith clear blue skies and a weather forecast of 29 degrees, the perfect scene was set for the annual reception to year two Splash Day!

A trickle of enthusiastic students entered the pool gates at 10am to partake in an array of exciting and engaging lawn and water events.

These included; parachute activities, a novel ‘drip, drip, drip... SPLASH’ game, lawn soccer, totem tennis, a ‘let’s go surfing’ relay, beach ball relay, fill the bucket relay, free play and a treasure hunt and more challenging duck ‘n’ dive games and relays in the lap pool for the year two students.

The morning, as traditionally experienced, was well attended by parent spectators and helpers – a huge thanks goes to the parents for their support. As highlighted in the closing ceremony, events such as these are impossible to run without the collective effort and dedication of students, parents, SSO’s and of course the teaching staff, who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the occasion runs smoothly. A special mention is extended to the Roxby Leisure staff who also assisted greatly in the organisation.

Sports day

Interim Sports Day Results

(one event was yet to be run at time of print)

Frome 956 points Gairdner 734 points Torrens 702 points Eyre 613 points TOP RIGHT: Maddi King and her little brother Jacob.

RIGHT: Cameron MacLeod, Katrina Sostaric and Chelsea Brind.

LEFT: Jordan Dadleh.

TOP LEFT: Danielle Weir makes the height.

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Walkerville to become Rogues make it to grand final Roxby’s sister club T

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he visiting Walkerville Cricket Club is set to become a ‘sister’ club to the Roxby Downs Cricket Association.

The Club spent Friday and Saturday night in Roxby, competing against the Roxby Downs Cricket Association team in a t20 match under the lights on Saturday night.

Graham Warren explained it was their previous association with WCC that has led to this partnership.

“We play in the country carnival where we’ve been quite successful, and we always have our presentations down at Walkerville,” said Mr Warren “We just sort of got talking between a few

of the officials and they thought it would be a good idea to play a t20 under the lights here in Roxby Downs, have a look out on site and take it one step further so we’re reciprocated next year.”

He said for future trips to Adelaide for carnivals the RDCA will be hosted at the WCC. “It’s great for our cricketers, because we’ve had a great year this year,” added Mr Warren.

During the 2011/2012 season, RDCA has won in carnivals against Whyalla, the Far North Cricket Association and came a close second to Port Augusta.

Mr Warren finished, saying it is a great opportunity for Roxby players and Adelaide players alike to play cricket in ‘a city environment or way out here in the sticks’.

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he Roxby Rogues have qualified for the grand final of the Roxby Districts Cricket Association, having easily beaten Olympic Dam by 10 wickets in the second semi final on Friday night.

After a thriller the last time these teams met in the Twenty20 final, the expectations were for another closely fought contest, but that was always unlikely to occur when Olympic Dam could only manage 62 runs when batting first.

Some accurate bowling and a slow outfield saw Olympic Dam get off to a slow start, with only nine runs from the first six overs.

Travis Capper was bowling brilliantly for Rogues, but it was his opening partner Adrian Boulton who got the two early wickets in the space of three balls, first having Stacey caught behind, then Prior bowled middle stump.

A deserved wicket for Capper and another for Boulton had OD a shakey four for 43 at drinks.

Opening batsman Craig Nicholls looked to have set himself to bat through the innings to give OD a reasonable target to defend, but shortly after drinks he was caught at short cover off the bowling of Thomas for 13.

Thomas (1 for 15) along with Barry Dadleh (2 for 6), Anderson (1 for 0) and Brett Baldey (1 for 1) all bowled well to back up the good work at the start of the innings. The only blemish against the Rogues bowling was the 12 runs conceded in wides and no balls.

In reply, the Rogues made short work of the target, knocking off the 63 required for victory in only 11 overs.

Tristian (31) and Brett Baldey (33) showed no mercy on their opponents to ensure their team would advance to their fourth grand final in five years.

To make the grand final Olympic Dam now must win their preliminary final game this weekend against Wanderers, who beat Andamooka in the first semi final.

RESULTS FROM semi final 17th March UNDER 12 GIRLS Cougars 16 points defeated Phoenix 14 points.

Cougars in grand final.

Phoenix play in prelim final.

Lakers 18 points defeated Flames 16 points.

Lakers in prelim final.

UNDER 12 BOYS Wildcats 20 points defeated Raiders 8 points.

Wildcats in grand final.

Raiders in prelim final.

Cruisers 40 points defeated Jets 24 points.

Cruisers in prelim final.

UNDER 14 GIRLS Bulls 51 points defeated Flames 22 points.

Bulls in grand final.

UNDER 14 BOYS Magic 32 points defeated Lakers 24 points.

Magic in grand final.

Lakers in prelim final.

Cavaliers 24 points defeated Tigers 19 points.

Cavaliers in prelim final.

Prelim final 18th March UNDER 12 GIRLS Phoenix 17 points defeated Lakers 15 points.

Phoenix in grand final.

UNDER 12 BOYS Cruisers 23 points defeated Raiders 14 points.

Cruisers in grand final.

UNDER 14 BOYS Cavaliers 33 points defeated Lakers 27 points.

Cavaliers in grand final.

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Phoenix players Demi Gow - Smith and Tasma French use combined force to try to intercept the ball from Lakers player Jasmine Tovakuta.

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Open Men’s winner Daniel Rowland and Open Women’s winner Lauren Ornsby.

By Millie Thomas

arm conditions graced the fifth annual Red Dunes Classic Triathlon on Sunday.

The event was this year organised by a new committee headed by Andrew O’Donnell, who acknowledged the hard work of his current committee members and those of past committee members.

Safety and Business Manager for Blackwoods, a key sponsor of the event, Richard Smith addressed participants in a jovial manner.

“It’s fantastic to see the level of performances each year,” said Mr Smith.

He joked that Ian Thorpe had wanted to participate in the event so he could win something.

Mr Smith joked to the crowd he had advised Mr Thorpe not to waste his petrol as he probably wouldnt win this either.

In the juniors category results are as follows; Third place; Andrew Funseeker, second place; Emil Viljoen and first; Bernard Viljoen.

Novice Women; 3rd place Rebecca Cooke, 2nd place; Nicole Schutz and 1st place; Karyn Wallis.

Novice men; first place Ben Cooke (the only entrant).

Junior Teams winner was Kerrish and Open Teams third place went to the Try Hards, second place Jaff and first place Paul Kerrish.

The open men’s division third place; Josh Melville, second place; David Lyle and first place Daniel Rowland, while in the open womens division, third place; went to Jeanette Taylor, second place; Jess Lyle and first place; Lauren Ornsby.

The BHP Billiton awards for Most Competitors and Top Three times were won by the Surface Team, of which Reinhardt Viljoen was very excited to accept the trophy.

Seb Kerrish, Emil Viljoen, Bernard Viljoen and Andrew Funseeker at the Triathlon presentations.

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Reinhardt Viljoen was excited to accept two prizes for the Surface Team.

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