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Andamooka Opal to reassess options

By Vanessa Switala he Andamooka Opal Hotel will reassess the viability of keeping their doors open due to the recent cancellation of all BHP Billiton room bookings via email without any other notice.

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Manager of the Matthews Group which owns the Andamooka Opal Hotel said they were now considering mothballing the business due to lack of clientele.

On Monday, September 24, Mr Matthews met with accountants to discuss the hotel’s various options. “We’re going to assess the situation over the next three months, until Christmas,” he explained.

Mr Matthews said the Andamooka Opal will apply to the Office of the Liquor and Gambling Commissioner for their annual two to three week closing period over the Christmas period.

“This time we’ll try to coordinate it with the Tuckerbox so that we’re both not closed at once. That’s something we don’t want to see.

We’ll make sure that we don’t both close at the same time, that’s the aim anyway,” he stated.

Mr Matthews told The Monitor at the same time he will put in a submission to the commissioner to be able to restrict trading hours if need be, based on lack of trade.

“In the meantime we’re going to apply to the licencing commissioner to possibly have the option of limiting some trading hours. That’s really what we’re looking at up until Christmas,

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to not be obliged to be open,” he explained.

“Hopefully in the interim we’ll get some answers from BHP (sic) as to what the likelihood of future work is, and we’ll have to assess it in the New Year.

“But it’s not looking hopeful in my view. If it’s cheaper to put (the hotel) into suspension and just put a caretaker there that’ll be something we will really have to consider in the New Year.”

Mr Matthews added, “And that will be something we will be monitoring each week.”

Mr Matthews said the Andamooka Opal Hotel has already reduced staff to 50 per cent.

“We’ve gone down from about 14 to 18 people on staff during shut downs, but we are down to about six or seven now,” he stated.

Mr Matthews explained, “At the end of the

day, there’s only limited trade in the town.

People don’t want to commute from Roxby to Andamooka at night. Obviously you can’t drink and drive, that’s just not viable up there, the kangaroos; it’s hard to get people from Roxby where the population is just to come across.

“It’s fine on Sunday- that’s a day we wouldn’t be seeking to restrict trading. It’s more very quiet Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays. That’s what kills it.”

Mr Matthews said the company will provide the public with a month’s notice if they decide to close the Andamooka Opal Hotel’s doors indefinitely.

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Local burns incident a warning

By Vanessa Switala

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29-year-old man received minor burns to his face and neck after a gas cylinder exploded in his face recently.

On Thursday, September 20, Roxby Downs police and SA Ambulance staff responded to the industrial accident at an Olympic Dam business.

Safework SA were also contacted regarding the incident.

SA Ambulance staff treated the man for burns and transported him in a stable condition to the Roxby Downs Hospital.

SA Ambulance Service Regional Team Leader for the Far North Lee Dale said because of the quick thinking staff around the man who applied cool water to the burns before the ambulance arrived, his burns were kept to a

minimum.

“With any burn, the sooner we can apply cool, not cold, water to the burn, the more chance we have of keeping the burn injury to a minimum,” Mr Dale explained.

“The incident was managed well by our well-trained volunteer ambulance officers and the gentleman’s injuries were certainly kept to a minimum by his own work mates providing basic first aid prior to our arrival,” he said. “This is a good example of everyone working closely together for a very good outcome for the patient.

Mr Dale said the public should always be aware any leaking gas has the potential to become volatile.

“If in any doubt, call the fire service on triple zero (000), as they are the experts when it comes to

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dealing with gas leaks and preventing the incident from escalating,” he stated.

Mr Dale told The Monitor if a gas cylinder does explode to immediately call triple zero (000).

“The fire service need to attend to make sure it’s safe. Also, anyone who has been involved in the incident should be checked over by SA Ambulance staff; even if they have no evidence of burns, people can still have inhalation injuries and should be checked medically.”

The public should remember that triple zero (000) is available for their use 24 hours a day, seven days a week and should not hesitate to call any emergency service if in a situation where assistance or expert advice may be needed.

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He said the warm weather was just a ‘tease’, and would be followed by the cold front which swept through and dropped temperatures drastically across the State last weekend “By Saturday maximums (dropped) nearly 20 degrees Celcius in some regions, falling to the mid-teens across most of the State,” Saunders said.

Mr Saunders said temperatures were expected to climb again this week as the tumultuous transition from winter to summer continued.

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Mr Matthews stated the Andamooka Opal Hotel obtained the “overflow community of Roxby”.

“All the contractors staying in town have left. Andamooka gets the overflow from shut down periods because camp one is obviously full,” he explained.

“70 per cent of our turn over from BHP Billiton has now evaporated. We can’t live on the 30 per cent left behind,” he added.

Recently, the Matthews Group invested $30,000 to $40,000 to upgrade the mean’s bathrooms. Mr Matthews stated they have only been used once and he is seriously

considering taking them out again.

“120 new rooms were going in but have now been put on hold,” he added.

“We are currently trading but need to assess the long term viability.”

Chairperson of the Andamooka Progress and Opal Miners Association (APOMA), Peter Allen said he was unaware of any cancelled development proposals in Andamooka.

“It is likely some may be deferred,” he stated. “I believe the mood in Andamooka is good now the people at least know what is happening,” he added.

The Office for the Andamooka Town Management Committee (ATMC) confirmed the new Caravan Park development in Andamooka will go ahead as planned.

Business Manager of Raine and Horne Roxby Downs, Sandy Sumsion said there has not been a reduction in rental properties in Andamooka. “We have seen some tenants move out of the town (Andamooka) and a longer wait to get replacement tenants,” she explained.

BHP Billiton had not commented at the time of print.

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Andamooka features at World Forum

ABOVE: Andamooka Town Management Committee (ATMC) member Peter Allen, with IRN Chairman, Nicola Swan, and Jen Cleary IRN 2012 Convenor and ATMC member.

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documentary, produced by Th e M o n i t o r reporter Jason Munn and partner Nikole Michaela-Tan, was presented at the International Rural Network (IRN) World Forum last week by Andamooka Town Management Committee (ATMC) member Peter Allen.

Mr Allen said the documentary was well received, generated some talk and prompted several delegates to request copies.

“I came to a seminar in Whyalla a couple of years ago, and there was a lot of good value in forming a network with people from around the world,” Mr Allen explained.

“During a previous forum in Whyalla I could see there was obviously a synergy between rural and remote communities

in outback Australia and communities in Northern Canada, Alaska, and Siberia. We shared similar problems and challenges and it occurred to me that the IRN 2012 was a follow up to that.

“It seemed remiss if we didn’t attend and have some input, because Andamooka’s position is unique and it needs to have a say in how things are considered out there in the real world.”

Mr Allen said Andamooka cannot go forward in isolation, “and part of that is by improving a network of like-minded people with lots of information and knowledge, not only with the University of South Australia, but around the world. “ The y have more knowledge collectively than we have individually.”

He said by attending the world forum and

making a presentation he put Andamooka’s case forward.

“On that basis, we prepared a 15 minute DVD that showcased Andamooka as it is now, what its challenges are, where it’s positioning itself to manage those challenges, and to kind of bullet proof itself from the changes at BHP Billiton so we can stand on our own two feet.”

One of the many topics explored in the documentary revealed a hydroponic community garden currently in development and how it could realistically improve the town’s resilience.

“If Andamooka is going to continue well into the future, there needs to be a package for tourism.

One way of keeping our community alive is with income from outside.

“That income goes to the businesses, but it also

BHP Billiton request extension

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By Vanessa Switala

HP Billiton contacted the South Australian Government last week to request an extension to the agreement surrounding the Olympic Dam expansion.

On Wednesday, September 26, Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy, Tom Koutsantonis, said the State Government had received a letter from BHP Billiton requesting an extension until October 2016.

The agreement is due to expire on December 15 this year and is expected to lapse due to the mining giant deciding to shelve the expansion earlier this year in August.

A BHP Billiton Spokesperson told The Monitor, “BHP Billiton has formally applied for a 46 month extension to the Indenture agreement for the Olympic Dam expansion negotiated with the State Government and passed by the South Australian Parliament last year.”

“This application follows the company’s announcement on August 22 this year that it would investigate processing technology and an alternative, less capital-intensive design of the openpit expansion that have the potential to substantially improve the economics of the project,” they stated.

The Spokesperson added, “The extension period is necessary to complete these studies and aligns with the expiration of federal environmental approvals granted in October 2011.”

“We will continue to have discussions with the Government in coming weeks.”

Roxby Downs Council Administrator Bill Boehm told The Monitor, “Council

is supportive of BHP Billiton’s desires to expand the Olympic Dam Mine but notes that the legislative framework is a matter of the State Government, BHP Billiton and the Parliament of South Australia.”

Mr Koutsantonis stated after a meeting with BHP Billiton, “Very careful consideration will now be given to the company’s request and the reasons given for seeking an extension.”

“This careful consideration will include our own due diligence into the changes now being suggested by BHP Billiton as a lower-cost alternative to the proposed expansion comprehensively set out in the company’s EIS (Environment Impact Statement).”

After BHP Billiton announced the halt of the expansion, South Australian Premier Jay Weatherill stated this is the second time BHP Billiton have disappointed South Australians and community permission will come at a cost.

Mr Weatherill stated after meeting with BHP Billiton’s Chief Executive Marius Kloppers, “I made it clear to Mr Kloppers, given out experience and the uncertainty concerning the expansion, that for BHP (sic) to continue to receive the benefits of the indenture, then it would need to reconfirm its commitment to the South Australian community.”

The legislation for the world’s largest open cut mine was passed through South Australian Parliament last year.

If the agreement with BHP Billiton and the South Australian Government expires, legislation will have to go through Parliament again.

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“A s s u m i n g t h e r e wasn’t a BHP Billiton next door, take the tourists away and it takes the businesses away - the community disappears.”

IRN Convenor Jen Cleary was impressed with the documentary.

“It managed to express the information with an emotional centre that communicated the ideas very effectively.”

Ms Cleary attended her first IRN Forum in Abingdon, Virginia USA in 2005, and had planned to attend the following Forum in Udaipur, India, but something came up and she couldn’t go.

“But I knew the IRN would be held next in a developed country, so I put in a proposal with

Co-Convenor Guy Robinson’s support, for the next IRN to be held in South Australia’s Upper Spencer Gulf,” Ms Cleary explained.

Ms Cleary, who is also a member of the Andamooka Town Management Committee, said there was fierce competition in rural areas throughout the country and Whyalla needed an edge – the State’s Far North helped provide that edge.

“I think, due to our quick establishment of community partnerships and regional support, it probably showed the IRN directors we were pretty serious about having it held in the Upper Spencer Gulf.”

IRN Co-Convenor Guy Robinson said the team convinced the IRN it could offer something others couldn’t “because we were offering a region that most visitors to Australia perhaps don’t see.”

He said tourists don’t see the Upper Spencer Gulf or the Far North as a place to go to, or at least not spend much time in.

“They may visit Coober Pedy maybe, or pass through, but certainly not somewhere like Whyalla or Port Augusta, so we offered that as one of the key attractions and it obviously won the day.”

Ms Cleary said one of the key things people took away from the IRN

2012 is a broader concept of what it means to be remote.

“For me remote is something like Andamooka, certainly remote geographically. Other places in the world have similar geographic remoteness, but it can also be a state of mind – it’s not remote if you live there.

“I spent time in Canada’s arctic, and if I closed my eyes and listened to some of the things I was hearing, I could just as easily have been in Andamooka - except it was a lot colder,” Ms Cleary smiled.

IRN Chairman Nicola Swan visited Roxby

Downs and Andamooka as part of the forum and was surprised by the difference between the two towns.

“It was like chalk and cheese,” Ms Swan exclaimed.

“We visited the Olympic Dam mine, which was very interesting and it raised some questions, particularly around the idea of future-proofing.

“In regional and remote areas around the world, the economy is a huge part of what we need to embrace, but there has to be a balance balance – and I wondered how balanced it was in Roxby Downs.”

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New Life Centre wants a home

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By Jason Munn

fter 18 years of moving from one location to another, and with attendance now approaching 80 members, the Roxby Downs New Life Christian Community Centre (New Life CCC) is looking for a permanent home.

Pastor Keith Moody said the New Life CCC held activities at a number of different venues in Roxby Downs and felt it was time the centre had a stable environment to regularly meet and offer its services to the community.

“We’ve been at the schools, the TAFE (Technical and Further Education) College, houses, school libraries and for the last year and a half we have been meeting at the Catholic school chapel,” Pastor Moody explained.

During that time the St Barbara’s Parish School has been steadily growing and, as of the end of September, the New Life CCC is no longer able to meet there.

“Before the school chapel, we were in the school library but we outgrew that.”

Pastor Moody said the centre intends to construct a building to carry out its services, however the building should also provide a

Pastor Keith Moody said it’s time the New Life Centre had a place to call home.

venue for other services.

“We’ve submitted a proposal to BHP Billiton to see if we can get some land. We also talked to a member of the Roxby Council and I asked if we were to build a building, what sort of building would you like us to build that best suits the needs of the community?”

Pastor Moody said the suggestion from Roxby Council was a lot of groups in Roxby Downs need a place to meet and participate in activities, and the building would be used to serve that additional purpose.

“These days we don’t build a church,” Pastor Moody said. “We build a multi-function, multi-purpose centre.

“We are a community organisation, we’re here to do whatever we can to help the community.”

Pastor Moody said the submission is in the hands of BHP Billiton and was unsure how long it would take for a response.

“This is a long term goal and we’ll keep looking into it.”

Pastor Moody came to the New Life CCC, formerly the Assemblies of God, after he questioned his life’s meaning as he walked across his school oval in Year 12.

“I was 18 years old and looking at the en-

vironment and I started wondering - I’m going to finish school, get a job, get a career, get married, have kids, buy a house and at 70 I’m going to die, and that’s going to be it – there must be more to life than that.

“I left school and got a job as a motor mechanic, and my neighous were involved with the Assemblies of God and invited me to come along to church. Initially I was reserved about the idea.”

Pastor Moody said he would normally go to the speedway on Friday nights, and afterwards would go out with his mates drinking.

“And some Sundays I would go to church.

I met a lot of good people and made a lot friends. Some people seemed to have found something – a sense of peace, of direction, a sense of fulfilment, there was something definitely happening in their life. That really began my spiritual journey.”

He said a lot of Christians describe their conversions amongst the beautiful surroundings of the church.

“My conversion took place at a bar at the Bootleg Distillery in Adelaide on a Saturday night,” Pastor Moody laughed.

Pastor Moody said the New Life CCC’s core mission is to reach people with a message of hope, truth and love.

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WorkPac support Relay for Life

By Vanessa Switala

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orkPac have entered a team in the 2012 Roxby Downs Relay for Life to support the fight against cancer.

Nine WorkPac staff decided to enter a team this year for the worthy cause.

Team Leader Cheryl Hickey told The Monitor, “WorkPac staff enjoy working with community organisations and Relay for Life is an event we wanted to participate in this year as we believe it is a great charity event.”

She explained, “Each of us has had experience or knows someone who has been affected by cancer and being able to raise money for research is a very worthwhile way for us to spend our time.

“Relay for life celebrates that many people are surviving cancer and it’s an opportunity to honour those who have lost their battle with the disease.”

The WorkPac team consist of members; Marta and Glen Diemar, Cheryl Hickey, Monscha Ellis, Joseph Reeks, Adam Penny, Chrissy Burden, Sarah Gilbert, Michael Paul and Emma Habermann.

The WorkPac Relay for Life team are raising funds by selling raffle tickets, gaining donations through social media, and are having a sausage sizzle on the first weekend of October at Mitre 10.

Ms Hickey stated if lo-

cal residents would like to support their team they can buy a sausage and make a donation when they see us at the sausage sizzle on Saturday, October 6 and Sunday 7 or they can visit their office on Richardson Place to make a donation or buy a raffle ticket.

Ms Hickey stated, “Relay for life is an event that people could support for a number of reasons. We are asked to give up less than a day of lives to walk on no matter what the weather conditions may be. Quitting is not an option so having a great team who will support each other is necessary.”

She explained, “There are similarities between Relay for life and a cancer patients experience and those of us in the team that walk know that as we walk through the night a new day will dawn.

“Relay for Life participants encourage each other and interact with other community teams.

None of us know what’s around the corner or what support we might need in the future.”

Ms Hickey added, “People can support Relay for Life by making a donation or volunteering their time. There are at least a dozen coordinators who will need help on the day with catering, logistics, first aid etc.”

The Roxby Downs Relay for Life will be held on Saturday, October 20 to Sunday 21 at the Roxby Downs Town Oval.

Relay for Life is one of the most popular and successful fundraising events in the world. It is an opportunity for the community to band together and celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer and fight back against disease that has taken too much from too many.

Teams of between 10 to 15 people raise money in the lead-up to the Relay for Life event.

If you would like to become involved with Relay for Life contact Kate Pedersen on 0418 820 249 or Regina Qualmann on 0428 174 408. For more information log onto www.relayforlife.org.au.

WorkPac Relay for Life team members, not all present or in photograph order: Marta and Glen Diemar, Cheryl Hickey, Monscha Ellis, Joseph Reeks, Adam Penny, Chrissy Burden, Sarah Gilbert, Michael Paul and Emma Habermann.

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By Vanessa Switala

head-on collision involving two vehicles south of Pimba last week sent several Roxby Downs locals to hospital.

The accident occurred on Wednesday, September 26, 80 kilometres south of Pimba and was reported to police at 3.10pm.

Woomera emergency services attended the scene where five people were injured. The male driver of one vehicle, a Roxby Downs local, sustained a broken leg and internal injuries. Other patients were treated for cuts at the scene. Some patients were taken to the Royal Adelaide Hospital for treatment.

South Australia police said investigations are continuing into the cause of the accident. The vehicles were extensively damaged.

The Stuart Highway was closed and the total cleanup took approximately four hours.

At the time of the accident statement was posted on the Coober Pedy SA Police trial Facebook page saying, “Police advise that the Stuart Highway south of Pimba is completely blocked as a result of a serious motor vehicle collision. Police and other emergency services are currently making their way to the scene.”

“There were a number of injuries as a result of this crash however none are life threatening.”

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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.

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n a tight labour market like Roxby, figuring out how to get your employees to offer good customer service can seem like trying to find the Holy Grail and it should, in terms of its value.

According to Catherine DeVrye, author of “Good Service is Good Business” a business that is perceived as giving better service can get away with charging around 10 per cent more than their competitors. They are also likely to grow two times faster than their competitors. However, unlike the Holy Grail, your crusade for delivering good customer service doesn’t necessarily mean going through nine million employees before giving up. It could be down to simple changes to the way you interact with your employees. DeVrye uses the following mnemonic to outline her strategies for success in providing good service.

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S - Self esteem Happy employees yield happier customers. “Thank you are two of the most under utilised words in our language,” says DeVrye. “It’s very important that people feel good about themselves before they can provide excellent customer service.” The best way for a business manager to do this is to involve staff as much as possible. “This is a real challenge for any owner/operator,” says DeVrye. “It’s your baby, your business. But making people feel appreciated comes with solutions, not problems for your business... obviously money (pay) is a factor in helping staff feel appreciated but it’s more important to recognise them in other ways.” “We all want to feel useful and make a difference. Since we spend so much time at work, it seems only sensible that employees approach their everyday tasks feeling that they are being useful to those they serve.” Service leadership starts at the top. Handson experience at the front line is invaluable experience for management. Treat employees as you want them to treat customers.

E - Exceed expectations Set realistic expectations that you can manage. “If a business says it’s open 24 hours, then I expect to be able to speak to someone at 3am if I have a problem,” says DeVrye. So, don’t make claims you can’t deliver. When creating expectations, make sure you are adding value not unnecessary cost.

R - Recover You never get a second chance to make a good first impression. Most customers (96 per cent) don’t complain. They just take their business elsewhere. Those four per cent who do complain are your opportunity to recover from the mistake and retain the customer by solving their problem. “If you make a mistake, own up,” says DeVrye. “Don’t try to cover it up. Complaints are good news because they provide your best opportunity to turn the customer’s thinking around.”

V - Vision Businesses need to have a vision for the future. It’s better to mean something important to a few customers than meaning nothing at all to anyone.

I - Improve Continually improve or you’ll give the competition a chance to catch up. “Success today doesn’t mean that you’ll always be successful,” warns DeVrye. “The postal service thought it had its market to itself until couriers came along.” We’ve always done it that way are the six most expensive words in business, says DeVrye. She tells of an airline that ‘always’ used lettuce to garnish its inflight catering trays. This long time practice was questioned by a new employee who worked in the garbage department and who had noticed the wastage generated by most passengers not eating their garnish. By cutting out the garnish, the airline saved itself $1.5 million a year. What is the equivalent to the lettuce in your business? If it’s not adding value to the customer, why do it?

C - Care Australians are demanding higher quality customer service.

As we have heard many times, it costs five times as much to win a new customer as to keep an existing one. Make it easy for customers to do business with you.

These are their minimum expectations: • Can they get through on your telephones?

• Are they always greeted courteously?

• Are your accounts easy to understand?

• Do you deliver what you say you will when you say you will?

• Are you open at times convenient to them?

E - Empowerment “Seventy per cent of complaining customers will buy from you again if you resolve the problem in their favour. Ninety five per cent will buy again if you resolve the problem on the spot.” - Michael Le Boeuf.

According to DeVrye, empowerment is all about teaching employees to make decisions that relate directly to the customer.

Who is in the best position to decide whether to provide free drinks and snacks to passengers on a delayed flight? The flight attendant, of course!

Why should they have to go through several levels of management to get permission for this kind of decision? But that is the sort of barrier employees come up against every day. Perhaps if employers could allow their staff to be more responsible and to make decisions for themselves, then we’d have more businesses offering excellent customer service.

every now and then we have a Movie Night at the pool.”

Mr Kinnaird said the Roxby Downs Blue Light Committee organised a big Zorb ball last year which the residents really enjoyed - a giant plastic clear ball with two layers in which a person can stand.

“The Blue Light is a youth program run by SAPOL and they have done some great things here at the outdoor pool and Roxby Leisure which have been really fun.”

Mr Kinnaird had some advice for residents attending the pool, and asked parents not to leave it up to the lifeguards to ensure their children are safe, but to look out for their own children.

“Most parents have been here before when we’re open and sometimes you can have anywhere up to 150 children, and with three or four lifeguards, sometimes two depending on how many numbers we’ve got, that’s a lot of people to cover. We do a pretty good job and we’ve never had any major incidents at the pool and we’d like to keep it that way, so with the help of the community we can maintain that track record.

“I think the worst we’ve had at the pool is a grazed knee.”

For residents who are looking at holding a birthday or Christmas party at the pool, the Leisure Centre provide the catering for functions and need to know how many people to expect.

“We need to know ahead of time in case we need an extra lifeguard on duty.”

The lifeguards are always watching for safety, which includes keeping an eye on potential sunburn.

“We try to encourage people to bring sunscreen and hats.

We had one guy last year who came regularly, but one time he didn’t bring his sunscreen, and within thirty minutes he was looking pretty red.

“Some people don’t think of it, most parents are fine, but it’s the young adults, the superheroes, that tend to forget it.”

The Roxby Leisure Outdoor Pool is open during the school holidays from 10am to 8pm. During normal times the pool is open Monday to Friday from 6am to 10am for public lap swimming, and 3.30pm to 8pm for public lap swimming and recreational swimming. On weekends the pool is open 10am to 8pm for public lap swimming and recreational swimming.

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By Jason Munn he Roxby Downs Outdoor Pool opened for the summer season on Labour Day this week and will stay open throughout the warmer months until March 31.

Roxby Leisure’s Aquatics Team Leader Matthew Kinnaird said the pool is a popular place during the summer.

“Most of the events we have at the pool are things like BHP (sic) Christmas parties and birthday parties,” Mr Kinnaird said.

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45 per cent of South Australian’s are

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cent of respondents. This has risen since 2011 when only 10 per cent of participants listed this as their main concern. The increase suggests that fears of a prolonged economic slowdown are affecting the confidence of South Australia’s recent first homeowners in relation to retaining their job.

Local Mortgage Choice mortgage broker Kristin Nicolson said, “Soaring utility bills and fears of an economic slowdown have been big news this year and our research shows that recent first homeowners in South Australia are, like many people across the country, monitoring the situation very closely.”

“It is no surprise that interest rate movements are less of a concern than last year but still top of mind.

If rates do fall further as many are speculating, it could help the state’s homeowners claw back some of the money spent on rising utility bills and other living costs.”

The 2012 Mortgage Choice survey revealed that almost two thirds (64%) of recent first homeowners had saved for two years or more.

This is a turnaround from 2011, when the majority (63 per cent) had saved for two years or less.

outh Australian first homeowners who purchased in the last two years claim that soaring utility bills and interest rate movements are their greatest financial concerns. These are the findings from the South Australian Mortgage Choice 2012 Recent First Homeowner Survey.

Almost half of the state’s new first homeowners (45 per cent) said that increasing utility bills, and the impact this may have on their ability to repay their home loan, was their greatest concern for 2012. This comes at a time when utility bills have risen in Adelaide by approximately 15 per cent over the year to June.

After utility bills, South Australian recent first homeowners were most concerned about interest rates. In 2011, almost half (48 per cent) of the state’s survey respondents reported that rate movements were their greatest concern. However, with increased speculation of another cash rate cut by the Reserve Bank this year, this number has fallen in 2012 to only 16 per cent.

Job security was the third most topical issue this year, at 12 per Table 1: Biggest concerns

This year’s survey also found that the bulk (69 per cent) of recent first homeowners in South Australia had found their ideal property in 12 months or less. In comparison to 2011, only 66 per cent had found their property in this time frame.

Kristin commented, “In comparison to last year’s survey results, recent first homeowners have taken more time to save for their deposit but less time to find their ideal home.”

“This trend is likely to be a result of a number of factors, most notably Australians’ growing penchant to save and South Australian buyers’ eagerness to jump into the market quickly when property prices were falling and interest rates were steady or dropping. We would expect that some buyers were waiting in the wings to take advantage of these favourable conditions, having spent the past few years saving hard for a larger deposit.”

Visit Kristin Nicolson’s website at www.mortgagechoice.com.au/Kristin.Nicolson or call 0409 011 081.

RIGHT: Local Mortgage Choice mortgage broker Kristin Nicolson.

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2011

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Utility bills

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31.8

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Interest rates

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13.0

Job security

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14.7

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2012

2012

2011

SA (%)

National (%)

SA (%)

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7.1

9.6

15.9

47.7

7-12 months

10.2

11.3

19.3

10.2

1-2 years

18.4

22.1

27.3

How long buyers had saved

Fall in housing prices

6.1

6.9

1.1

2-3 years

21.4

16.3

10.2

The state of the global economy

5.1

8.6

N/A

3-5 years

14.3

17.5

9.1

Carbon tax

4.1

4.6

N/A

More than 5 years

28.6

23.3

18.2

Petrol prices

4.1

1.5

3.4

Other cost of living

3.1

5.6

21.6

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2.0

4.3

5.7

Length of the property hunt

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2.5

1.1

Rise in housing prices

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2.4

1.1

Food costs

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1.8

4.5

Economic management at Federal Government level Economic management

Other

2.0

2.3

3.4

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SA (%)

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By Vanessa Switala oxby Downs Academy of Dance duo.

Also, Millie Clarke was awarded third students were extremely successplace for her hip-hop solo. ful in the Candance Australia Roxby Downs Academy of Dance TeachCompetitions in Adelaide recently.

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Thirty students from Roxby Downs travelled to Adelaide on September 23, 2012 and gave the competitions all they had for the first time.

The Under 12 Hip-Hop troupe was awarded first place and many soloists and duos were also commended.

Lucy Chamberlain was awarded two first places for her hip-hop solo and song and tap solo along with two third places for her jazz and tap solo and a highly commended for her contemporary solo.

Bailey Chamberlain and Sam Thompson were awarded a first place for their hip-hop duo.

Hayley Lamb placed third for her jazz solo and Sienna Brougham received a highly commended for her hip-hop solo. The

Soloist Millie came third in her hiphop solo.

er Lana Chamberlain said she is very proud of the students.

“It was a very successful competition with almost all entrants receiving medals!

Especially all 24 of my Under 12 Girls HipHop troupe for coming first in their first ever dance competition,” she said.

“It was great to have so much support from the parents and families who travelled so far to support us. The students gained such a wonderful experience and were rewarded for all their hard work! It was great fun and we look forward to doing it all again next year!”

At the Candance competitions this year there were 15 different items students could compete in, ranging from troupe work to soloists and duos.

Lucy competed in five solos.

Snakes What types of snakes can be found in Roxby Downs?

We get lots of different types of snakes in Roxby Downs. The most common ones are the Mulga snake, Ringed Brown snake and the Curl snake.

There are lots of other types of snakes in this area, but they are very good at hiding, and they don’t like humans much, so you won’t see them very often.

Are they poisonous?

The Mulga snake is very poisonous and can be very dangerous. Their fangs are much longer than most other snakes, so it is easier for them to inject venom into their prey.

Are there any snakes that aren’t poisonous?

Hip-hop duo Sam and Bailey received first place.

Sienna and Hayley received first place for their hip-hop duo.

There are some snakes that aren’t poisonous such as the Desert Banded snake. These are only small, up to about 30cm and they have bright black and orange stripes all the way down their body. They like to burrow into the sand. You should always be careful around snakes though, unless you have an expert with you to tell you the snake isn’t dangerous, you should stay away.

How do we get rid of snakes?

Snakes have every right to be where we are, they were here long before we got here. Trying to kill a snake will usually just make it angrier and more likely to hurt someone. The best way to make sure that you don’t have snakes around your house is to clean up any rubbish that might be laying around, and clearing away bushes and grass that might be growing close to the house. These are the sorts of areas where they like to hide out.

What should I do if I see a snake?

It might be hard, but if you see a snake do not panic. They are more afraid of you than you are of them, you are much bigger than they are! Try to stay still so you do not scare the snake, and back away carefully watching the snake. If it is near your home, or where there are people around, try to keep your eyes on it until you can get some help from and adult to move everyone away.

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The animals in the Arid Recovery Reserve come from far away. Some of them like the Bettongs and Bandicoots came from islands off the coast of Western Australia. Arid Recovery is the only place you can see them in South Australia.

Are you aged between 5-12?

Then you can Join the Arid Recovery Kids Club. Call 8671 8282 or go to www.aridrecovery.org.au/kidsclub.

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Beware of cyber-crime in Roxby I

By Jason Munn

nformation Technology and Asset Management expert Iain Boehm knows how susceptible to cybercrime Roxby Downs can be.

Mr Boehm, a former Roxby Downs resident, was once bitten himself by criminals using a random number generator to gain control over his credit card, which saw the criminals quickly max it out in less than a day.

“Only happened once,” Mr Boehm laughed. It confirmed for him just how effective cyber criminals can be, how open we are to cyber-crime, and how important it is to protect yourself.

“Roxby Downs and remote areas are heavy users of the internet, everyone is buying stuff on ebay and online stores, trying to save some money by shopping electronically. They are looking for discounts, which means they can be susceptible to being targeted for online scams,” Mr Boehm said.

“These people want your money and they will go to extraordinary lengths to get it. They can design bogus investment schemes that are very intricate and highly convincing, they can put false products up on ebay, and people can easily fall for these scams.”

He described several methods criminals use to steal residents’ identities, which helps them to gain access to their money, or even affect residents’ employment prospects.

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“It may not be your money the criminal ends up with, but the ability to act as if they are you, which invites all sorts of implications. If someone can pretend to be you, they can do things on your behalf.

“Facebook is huge, and even though it’s great for keeping in touch with friends and family, there are stalkers on Facebook and they are able to read everything you post.”

Mr Boehm said it is a common practice today for human resources personnel to search Facebook for an insight on what types of activities employees and potential employees get up to.

“People have lost jobs because of it, and twittering things that can get out of proportion.”

So what can residents do to protect themselves from cyber-crime?

“If you’re buying stuff on ebay, follow through the process and use the ebay system – or follow the online store system. Search the company or online offer on Google to check if others have commented about the company, individual or product.”

He recommended conducting a personal search and investigation to ensure the company or individual is genuine and reputable.

“With all the scams and fraud on the internet, it’s all about learning things about you, stealing your identity, and taking your money – we all work hard to earn it, don’t go blowing it away.”

Information Technology and Asset Management expert Iain Boehm.

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Local artist Rachel Young assists Hannah with her printing.

Liam tries his own printing.

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Zac marks the ball having a kick with his mates.

Laura used crayons and fabric paint to decorate her bag.

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Terry and Denise Boylan competed in the five kilometre Desert Dash.

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ROXBY COUNCIL Building plan approvals: Get the facts F ollowing correct approval will help avoid unnecessary delays. procedures when The first step is to ensure all correct information has been s u b m i t t i n g a n supplied and fees have been paid to kick-start the process. applic ation for Requirements for an application vary, depending on what type of development is being undertaken. development

Some building work is exempt from needing development approval, including domestic outbuildings such as garages and tool sheds, provided they meet all applicable criteria.

Some other types of out buildings require Building Rules consent only. While an application to Council is still required, fees are lower and approval times are quicker.

Other types of development such as sheds, verandahs and carports require assessment under Building Rules consent only and must meet their own specific requirements.

Where structures exceed minimum requirements, a more detailed assessment is undertaken

by Council.

It will consider such matters

as the visual impact of the structure on adjoining properties and the street, the safety and convenience of new driveways, the appropriateness of the intended use and the amount of remaining open space.

An application for Building Rules consent is assessed against the technical requirements of the Building Code of Australia, the South Australian Housing Code and other relevant standards to ensure the structural integrity, fire safety, health and amenity is achieved.

Certain sized retaining walls, excavation and fill projects, fences, swimming pools and spas, water tanks, verandahs and carports, windmills and aerials and pergolas all require development approval.

Applications must include a site plan drawn using a ruler (not free hand) that represents the dimensions of the site and any existing and proposed structures. An elevation drawing showing the front view of the structure is also required.

Details of construction materials and height to the eaves and ridge under the roof must also be supplied.

A current copy of the certificate of title of the property is required of no more than three months, however if the owner has changed this may be less. This is needed to show items including ownership rights, accurate identification, easements, and land management agreements.

A copy of your property’s land title can be obtained from the Property Assist website at www.propertyassist.sa.gov.au.

The application must also contain any other relevant specifications and plans.

A full list of the requirements for the type of structure desired can be found at the Roxby Council office, 6 Richardson Place, Roxby Downs.

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“Accidents do happen, but they should sort it system was on the rise. number of sewerage pumps have been severely damaged or blocked needing out without putting it down the toilet,” expressed “It costs thousands of dollars, and we’re havlifting and clearing recently, because of Mr Kroemer. “That stuff is not supposed to go ing to clean up the pump station more and more down the toilet!” silly and careless behaviour. often,” he said. “The cost of sewerage rates could

According to Roxby Council Water and Sewerage Manager Trevor Kroemer, a number of foreign objects have been flushed down the toilet, causing the damage.

Items found in the sewerage pumps have included balls, beer cans, children’s toys, keys, women’s sanitary products, underwear and mop heads.

The careless acts of others has meant discomfort for Roxby Council employees that have to clean out the pumps.

“It might have helped them (the perpetrators) avoid an embarrassing moment but the boys have to go down amongst that.”

Mr Kroemer said the incidence of foreign objects travelling through Roxby Downs’ sewerage

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verdue library resource offenders have a chance to redeem themselves until the end of October, with the use of the Roxby Downs Community Library’s Book Amnesty.

The Book Amnesty has been put in place so those with overdue books, CDs, DVDs or any other library resource can return it with a clear conscience, no strings attached and the library can begin to plan its implementation of the new State-wide Library Management System (LMS) .

LMS will give library members the opportunity to access books from every library in South Australia, and order them for borrowing themselves, surpassing the need to order them through the local library.

“They will be able to take control of what they want to borrow, however to enable our catalogue (within LMS) is completely working properly, we’re reminding people they need to return their books, because the new system will mean lots of

changes,” said Community Librarian, Kimberley Hargrave.

Library members are warned however, that if the library they borrow from issues fines for overdue books, as many do, the fee will be forwarded directly to them, whereas before it was not passed on.

“Before we were a bit relaxed with overdue books, however when the new system comes in if they do borrow books from another library, they’re going to be stricter and they’re going to have other fees,” explained Community Library employee Elisabeth Gill.

Some libraries even charge for the first reminder notice sent out, Ms Gill added.

Due to the inert-network nature of libraries in the State, members are also able to return books they may have accidentally kept from other libraries, and be assured they will reach their intended library.

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go up due to the need of increased maintenance.”

To fix or replace a pump costs about $4,000 in parts, as well as $1,000 in labour and transport.

There are nine pump stations each with two pumps in Roxby Downs in total.

The pump pictured was installed only a number of months ago and had to be replaced.

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he Roxby Downs Community Library will be holding a spring pre-loved book sale.

It will be held on Saturday, October 6, 13, 20 and 27 and November 3 and 10.

The sale, which will feature everything from autobiographies to children’s books, will run for the duration of September, October and November, or until all the books are sold.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity to grab some book-bargains and get down to some serious spring reading,” said Community Librarian, Kimberley Hargrave.

The sale will also feature ‘mystery bags’, a culmination of randomly assorted genres of books for only five dollars.

“Try your luck with a mystery bag of fiction books on all sorts of topics,” encouraged Kimberley.

Head down to the library this Saturday to snag a bargain.

LIBRARY Opening hours 8.30 to 5 pm weekdays 9.30 am to 12 noon Saturdays Telephone 8671 0660 • Fax 8671 1418 Email: roxbydowns.library@plain.net.au Library membership is free. Wide range of resources are available including books, DVDs, magazines and internet facilities.

Toddler Story Time 9.30 am Tuesday and Thursday

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inancial aid is available to those experiencing financial difficulty.

For information on Government concessions and free financial counselling services, visit the Government of South Australia’s website, www.sa.gov.au.

Roxby Council encourages all customers to contact them immediately on (08) 8671 0010 if they are under financial stress.

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oxby Council would like to remind all vehicle drivers that the Service SA service offered is available five days a week from 9am until 4.30pm.

As the Service SA Rural Service Agent, Roxby Council offers licence renewals, vehicle registration and transfers, driver licence, boat licence theory tests, personalised and custom registration plates and the sale of the driver’s handbook.

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SERVICE SA

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Opening hours Monday to Friday 9 am to 4.30 pm Council provides transport services including: • Vehicle registration • Boat registrations • Licensing transactions • Learner written theory tests (test to begin before 4 pm) All enquiries 131 084.

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JOINING FORUMS

Leigh joins Board

Everyday Hero awarded

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After learning that a close family member had been diagnosed with cancer, Mr Mason wasted no time in doing his part towards finding a cure.

It’s as a result of his dedication and perseverance, that Mr Mason has been awarded with July’s Big Sky Volunteer of the Month (formerly Community Person of the Month).

Mr Mason was an eager participant in a number of the FMCF’s overseas fundraising challenges, including the 2011 Vietnam Cancer Cycle Challenge and the 2012 Great Wall of China challenge, and will go on to participate in the 2013 Race Across Asia Challenge.

The physically intensive challenges ask participants to raise only $3,000 as a minimum, however Mr Mason raised over $14,000 for his completed challenges so far.

“We’re very pleased to hear John (Johnno) Mason has received this community award for his hard work and dedication in raising funds for the Flinders Medical Centre Foundation,” said

New members are always welcome.

ARTS and CULTURE FORUM Rachel Young 0428 671 000

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Johnno walking the Great Wall of China.

ohnno Mason has gone above and beyond for his family and cancer research, raising almost $17,000 for the Flinders Medical Centre Foundation (FMCF) over recent years.

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

FMCF CEO Deborah Heithersay.

Mr Mason’s next challenge, Race Across Asia, will include cycling, trekking, zip lining, kayaking and rock climbing across four South East Asian countries in April next year.

“The money Johnno has raised is already helping fund vital research and equipment which will help our leading investigators find new solutions for cancer prevention, treatment and survivorship care,” Ms Heithersay said.

“Johnno’s efforts are very much appreciated, and we are thrilled to have such an enthusiastic fundraiser and supporter.

“We’d also like to thank all of Johnno’s supporters in the Roxby Community, and encourage them to join him on the Race Across Asia in 2013 which will be a life changing adventure for a fantastic cause.”

Mr Mason was awarded a $100 voucher, which he will donate to a charity of his choice.

Mr Mason is accepting donations for his next challenge through his fundraising website at http://www.teamflinders.com.au/raceacrossasia/fundraisers/ johnno_mason.

To learn more about how to become involved in a FMCF expedition, visit www.fmcfoundation.com.au/asia_race.

elative new co m e r L e i g h Morrow has poured himself into community focussed roles since moving to Roxby Downs with his partner Emma Walkington seven months ago.

The couple had recently moved back to Adelaide after spending seven years in Melbourne.

Leigh’s position at Roxby Leisure as Operations Manager means he works closely with the Roxby Downs community on a daily basis, therefore his involvement in many local forums and committees only strengthens his objectives at work. “I have joined many com-

Laura Trotta 0412 734 964

SPORTS and RECREATION FORUM Leigh looks forward to working with the Board.

Damien Condon 0439 862 784

COMMUNITY GARDEN Patrik Ibele (08) 8671 0168

mittees and forums since moving to Roxby Downs and feel it is a great way to be an active part of the community and to give something back to Roxby Downs,” explained Mr Morrow.

Mr Morrow contributes regularly to the Live Music Committee, Business Forum, Sports and Recreation Forum, Relay for Life Committee, and now with the Roxby Downs Community Board.

His work with local youth and various other demographics through Roxby Leisure means he is an important catalyst in the community.

“I look forward to working with the community, the forums under the community board and the council to continue to grow and develop the township of Roxby Downs and providing a voice for the community,” finished Mr Morrow.

ROXBY ROADSAFE MEETING Michelle Hales 0418 833 818

MULTICULTURAL FORUM Sasha Yantewo (08) 8671 0010

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

WHO’S ON THE BOARD Teresa Baddeley • Leigh Morrow Michelle Davis • George Giakoumis Vicki Mason • Gaylene Crane Mary Lewis • Liz Rogers • Cindy Harrichund • Michael Esposito Chad Menzies • Heath Murry Bill Boehm • Kath Macalister

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.

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Roxby Districts presentation night

ABOVE: Craig Hall and Britt Norsworthy.

Both runner up Best and Fairest for A Grade football and A Grade netball.

Hornridge Wanderers cricket team look promising

By Vanessa Switala he cricket season is rearing to go and the newly combined Hornridge Wanderers side are looking for recruits.

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The first game of the cricket season will be played this weekend on Saturday, October 6 at the Roxby Town Oval.

The Hornridge Wanderers are still looking for recruits and believe they have a solid team this year recruiting Daniel Pegler, Daniel Hargraves, Jordan Mandemaker and Joel Harman, another two A Grade cricketers as well as Coach Brett Baldey.

Baldey told The Monitor he has played cricket for 16 years now and wanted a challenge so he chose to coach the Hornridge Wanderers team.

“I took on the coaching position for a challenge and to better myself as a cricketer,” he explained.

“Also to strengthen the cricket competition in Roxby.”

Baldey was awarded the Rox-

by Districts Cricket Association Player of the Year last year and also the Batting Aggregate.

Baldey played for Roxby Rogues last year and also made a name for himself at State level being selected to play for the Upper North Country SA Men’s side in the 2012 Senior Country Carnival. Baldey has also previously played for various A Grade teams in South Australia and Queensland.

The Hornridge Wanderers have been training every Friday night at 6pm until the season commences and this year there is also a B Grade cricket division.

The amalgamation of the Wanderers and Hornridge was originally to provide Hornridge footballers with the chance to play cricket for their same club.

If anyone is interested in joining the Hornridge Wanderers cricket team contact Brett Baldey on 0488 562 977 or head to a training session on Friday night at 6pm at the oval.

New coach of the Hornridge Wanderers team Brett Baldey.

NEWS from the pool Welcome to the new season of the Roxby Downs Swimming Club.

We have a busy first half of the season planned for our club with Come ‘N Try Camp, Roxby Carnival, other country Carnivals and fundraising events scheduled for the upcoming weeks. Keep an eye out for all the information in the fortnightly columns in The Monitor.

Come ‘N Try Camp Roxby Swimming Pool this weekend.

Friday October 5 – Sunday October 7 $50 per swimmer plus pool entry To register your interest please phone Phillipa Weltner 0437 426 474 Wendy Lowe 0409 002 576.

First training session The seasons first training session will be on Monday, October 8 starting at 6pm.

Registration and Parent Information Night

ABOVE LEFT: A Grade Netball Best and Fairest Joice Takaidza.

Thursday, October 11 from 5pm at the pool.

LEFT: B Grade Netball Best and Fairest Danielle Weir.

Michelle will be there to take registrations and payments.

ABOVE: Past Football Best and Fairest winners with this year’s Best and Fairest Daniel Pegler.

Payments must be made on the night with cash or credit card.

There will also be a BBQ tea for all after training.

Roxby Districts Sporting Club award winners 2012

Upcoming Carnivals Roxby Downs November 24, 2012

Football

Best and Fairest 2012

Daniel Pegler

Football

Runner up 2012

Justin Watson

Football

Runner up 2012

Craig Hall

Football

Kerrin Rose Best U21 2012

Jay Malcolm

Nominations close October 25, 2012

Football

Kerrin Rose Best U21 2012

Jordan Mandemaker

Crystal Brook November 25, 2012

Nominations close October 29, 2012 Broken Hill December 1 and 2, 2012

Football

Most Consistent 2012

Cody Kenny

Nominations close November 12, 2012

Football

Most Determined 2012

Josh Rose

Football

Best Team Man 2012

Jordan Mandemaker

For all carnival nominations please contact Kerrie on nominations@roxbyswimclub.com.

Football

Most Improved 2012

Ethan Zeptner

Football

Coaches Trophy 2012

Steven Kangars

Please note that all nominations have to be paid for before the nominated carnival.

Football

Leading Goalkicker 2012

Ethan Zeptner

Roxby Downs Carnival 2012 Our committee is in the process of organising our very own carnival which is fast approaching.

Football

Best Back man 2012

Jonathon Chislett

Football

Best Finals Player 2012

Jordan Mandemaker

Football

100 Games

Brett Chesson

Football

50 Games

Jarrod Pyke

50 Games

Josh Rose

A Grade Netball

Football

Best & Fairest 2012

Joice Takaidza

A Grade Netball

Runner Up Best & Fairest 2012

Britt Norsworthy

A Grade Netball

Runner Up Best & Fairest 2012

Sally Fuller

B Grade Netball

Best & Fairest B Grade 2012

Danielle Weir

B Grade Netball

Runner Up Best & Fairest B Grade 2012

Centaine Casserly

Best & Fairest 2012

Tania Reed

C Grade White Netball C Grade White Netball

Runner Up Best & Fairest 2012

Zandria Botha

C Grade Red Netball

Best & Fairest C Grade Red 2012

Jillian Pade

C Grade Red Netball

Runner Up Best & Fairest C Grade White 2012

Alysia Allen

Netball

Rising Start Best Under 21 2012

Erika Syvertsen

A Grade Netball

Coaches Award A Grade 2012

Michelle Petress

B Grade Netball

Coaches Award B Grade 2012

Erika Syvertsen

C Grade White Netball C Grade Red Netball

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Kate Weir

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We will require help on the actual day of the carnival and also in the weeks leading up (fundraising etc) and your time and help would be very much appreciated. So keep an eye out in the Monitor column for further details.

Happy Swimming!

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ecently more than 130 people attended the oneday Recreation South Australia Aquatic Industry Conference that demonstrated the latest technology, innovations and services in the industry.

“The conference is held annually, and this year it was at the SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Adelaide,” Roxby Leisure Operations Manager Leigh Morrow explained.

“The conference also informs people about events that are happening throughout the recreation industry.

“The closing of the conference is an awards ceremony for Lifeguard of the Year and Recreation Centre of the Year, and Matthew won the Lifeguard of the Year Award.”

Mr Morrow said nominations for Lifeguard of the Year were accepted up to four weeks before the event, and the team at

Roxby Leisure decided to nominate Matthew Kinnaird.

“We based his nomination on a lot of the work he’s done with the Swim School, Mums and Bubs, and his work with Roxby Downs Health.”

Mr Kinnaird was delighted with the win and said the award also acknowledged his work training lifeguards in Roxby Downs, and the various in-house work he had performed, including organising courses for people, mentoring, and staff inductions.

“Matthew’s been involved with Roxby Leisure for six years, climbing up through the ranks in aquatics,” Mr Morrow explained.

“Since I was a kid I’ve always been at the pool,” Mr Kinnaird added.

“My brother was a lifeguard when he was here in Roxby Downs, and I was working at the Roxby Leisure kiosk for a

Matthew Kinnaird with Lifeguard of the Year trophy won at the 2012 Recreation South Australia Aquatic Industry Conference. while. And when I was 16 I became a lifeguard too.”

All lifeguards must be over 16 years of age and have a minimum set of qualifications including: • Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) • Senior First Aid • Advanced Resuscitation Techniques • Basic Beach Management • Spinal Management Lifeguards are also required to uphold the values of the Australian Lifeguard Service and present a professional, helpful and courteous front to the public.

“This year we’ve had a lot of people at Roxby Leisure. The indoor pool, which was opened in September 2011, allows people to swim all year round, and we’re always finding more things for people to do at the pool. Hydrotherapy sessions for example.”

The Roxby Leisure outdoor pool opened on October 1.