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$100,000 for RFDS

By Vanessa Switala

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he Royal Flying Doctors Service held its annual Roxby Downs Auxiliary Giant Auction and Golf Day on Saturday, September 17.

BIG DONATION: Kelli-Jo Kovac handing over the funds raised in the past 12 months to Debbie Adams.

Many local businesses and contractors contributed with auction items or a monetary donation for the successful event.

Event Organiser, Kelli-Jo Kovac said, “It is important for the local community to get behind this event to support the RFDS which is a vital service to our community and to all Australians.”

The day began with a nine hole Ambrose Golf Competition followed by the auction which commenced at 1pm.

Item donations included toys, wooden walking sticks, accommodation packages, beer, sporting memorabilia, baby items and much more.

Cherie Gaskin, RFDS Roxby Downs Auxiliary Publicity Officer, said that every donation, no matter how big or small were all outstanding. “In this day and age, for anyone to make a donation to us, is all very much appreciated. Without all of these donations, we would not be able to run this day, and we have been running it annually for over

20 years,” she said.

On the night, event organisers handed over a cheque for $100,000 to RFDS Adelaide for all proceeds that have been raised in the last twelve months, including last years annual auction and golf day.

Mrs Gaskin said it is important for the Roxby Downs community to support the event to “Keep the Flying Doctor Flying”. “As the RFDS lands in Olympic Dam roughly every three days, we, as a community, rely heavily on them, and in return, we need to support them. The support from the local community has been outstanding. None of us ever want to have to use the RFDS, but it is very comforting to know that they are there if we ever do need them,” she added.

The highest bidder of the day was Brendan Dowd purchasing a pizza oven for $1,000.

The event has been held for over 20 years with approximately $35,000 raised at this year’s auction.

The RFDS made 137 landings in Olympic Dam last year alone, landing approximately three times a week to assist someone within our community.

BHP Billiton to the rescue with childcare relief

By Vanessa Switala

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he Roxby Early Learning Community Group and BHP Billiton announced on Friday night that they would team together in order to meet the childcare shortage in Roxby Downs.

The Roxby Early Learning Community Group approached BHP Billiton for support to assist in providing a solution to the current childcare shortage since the closure of child care centre Little Rascals on June 24 this year.

The local, incorporated not-for profit organisation, the Roxby Early Learning Community Group has been operating since 2009 to provide specialised educational classes for three year olds.

Stefan Buys, Olympic Dam Asset President, said, “We were thrilled to receive the proposal from the Roxby Early Learning Community Group which shows they are a professional organisation committed to

developing and caring for the children within our community.

“Our partnership will see the Roxby Early Learning Community Group operate from the former Little Rascals site in Roxby Downs and provide long day care for children between the ages of three months – five years old, Monday to Friday, along with expanded educational classes for two, three and four year olds.

“BHP Billiton, as the primary funder, is pleased to partner with a local community organisation to meet this community need, and we look forward to seeing the RELCG up and running in their new location soon.”

The centre will start recruiting a full team including a Director, Qualified, Unqualified and Administrative staff, immediately with a potential start date of November 14 pending the approval process with DECS (Department of Education and Children’s Services), DEEWR (Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations) and other relevant authorities.

RELCG Chairperson, Sally Bryant, said, “We are very excited to be able to partner with BHP Billiton and provide an expanded quality service to the children and parents in the Roxby Downs area.”

“We will continue to operate under our philosophy of providing a caring, encouraging environment with opportunities for young children to explore, create and have fun, maximising their enjoyment and development in their early years,” she added.

“Initially, we will have 32 long day care places per day as well as 30 specialised class spaces per day for two to four year olds. The centre will be open from 7am – 6pm daily and operate 50 weeks of the year.”

“I would like to thank our hard working committee for all the preparation and planning work that has got us to this stage, and to BHP Billiton for their financial assistance in our expanded venture,” Mrs Bryant said.

Enrolments can be made by contacting the Roxby Early Learning Community Group at 0439 683 609 or roxbyelcg@gmail.com.

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Breakfast served with a cause

By Millie Thomas

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reast cancer affects one in nine women by the age of 85. It is a very real and prominent cause of death in Australia and worldwide.

Pink Ribbon, a facet of the National Breast Cancer Foundation is the leading communityfunded national organisation in Australia raising money for research into prevention and cure of breast cancer.

Since it’s inception in 1994, $74 million was donated to Australian based researchers, to improve

the health and wellbeing of those affected by breast cancer.

The NBCF relies almost entirely on corporate and community support to continue its work.

In partnership with the Australian community, the NBCF is leading the pursuit for new knowledge in the prevention and cure of breast cancer.

It is because of the great work that NBCF do that local girl, Elyse Weir has decided to get involved.

Ms Weir, Café Co-ordinator at Roxby Leisure, will be holding a fancy dress Pink Ribbon ‘Breakfast with Benefits’ in the Dunes Café on Sunday,

October 23, from 9am to 1pm.

Ms Weir has witnessed cancer taking effect, and has been affected by listening to people’s survival stories. It is because of her conscientious nature that she decided to act. “It affects lots of Australians and I think it’s money well spent really.

“These are real life events and that’s what really gets to me and affects me and makes me think, what can I actually do to help these people or give back?”

What started off as a personal breakfast at home has stemmed into a promising fundraising event at the Dunes Café.

“I thought, it’s a good way to get everyone around and catch up, and it actually raises money for a good cause,” said Ms Weir.

“Then also here at work I get to use all of their resources and I’ve got the

opportunity to organise it, I may as well make it a community event where we can actually raise a lot more money.”

The day, which will offer a cooked breakfast and children’s and adults’ ac-

tivities, is a great way to spend a Sunday morning, celebrating all things pink.

“I hope that we can have a really busy day and lots of people want to actually come to the event.

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book title caught my eye; “God at work”.

I’m confused by this. Does it mean God is working, as in getting on doing the things that God does every day; earning the daily crust?

Or does it mean God at the workplace? Does God work? Does God have a workplace?

It’s a confusing concept really; “God at work”. I mean, what does God do? What does his J&P look like? I don’t really imagine God doing the human things of getting up and heading out to the site every day. So where does God work; what’s the work site look like?

Is God fulltime – 24/7 or is God doing shift work?

Does God have some days off for rest and leisure?

The Bible is full of God at work. David writes, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands”. It is recorded that “by the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested”. We are told

that “we are God’s fellow workers” and “we must do the work of the one who sent us”. We are equipped to do this work by the Word of God recorded in the Bible and can speak from our experience as co-workers of his “wonderful, powerful and awesome works”.

He never snoozes or sleeps; in fact he is always busy watching over you, keeping you from harm and providing for all that you need.

God at work? Definitely. God at work? Obviously.

Does God understand the geotech of copper mining or the metallurgy of copper extraction? Can God fathom the blokes I work with and the pressures on my time and space?

Well, he made the earth and its copper, and before the foundation of the earth he knew us and had planned for us; he formed us, stayed true to us when we gave up on him and sent Jesus to give us a way back into his workforce. God’s at work. (references: Gen 2:2; 1 Cor 3:9; Jn 9:4; Ps 145:6; Ps 19:1).

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Big Sky members to vote on merger with Australian Unity Directors of Big Sky Credit Union have unanimously decided to recommend a merger with Australian Unity to its members and will call a general meeting of members later this year to vote on the proposal.

The recommendation follows the announcement in June that the two mutuals were evaluating a potential merger.

The Australian Unity Limited board has also given its approval to the merger proposal. An Australian Unity member vote is not required.

The proposal to merge is also subject to regulatory approvals.

If the proposal is approved, Big Sky members will become members of Australian Unity, retaining all existing product benefits as well as becoming part of an organisation with a broader range of products and services. It is intended that the products and services currently offered

by Big Sky will be continued by the merged entity.

Mr Tony Ryan, Chief Executive Officer of Big Sky, said that the merger evaluation committee saw clear member benefits from a merger for both Big Sky and Australian Unity members.

“We believe that Big Sky members have a

great deal to gain through the coming together of two strong mutual organisations.

“Should the merger proceed, Big Sky’s members will benefit from a range of pricing benefits and additional services. For example, the merger will help to accelerate our growth plans starting with the expansion of our service centre network.

“Big Sky continues to perform strongly even with the recent economic uncertainty, however a merged organisation will help us to develop a broader business base nationally, giving us the ability to expand our presence immediately.

“A merger will also create a more competitive mutual organisation that has the resources to expand all member benefits. The combination of Big Sky’s presence in the banking sector and Australian Unity’s diverse interests in financial services, healthcare and retirement living will offer our members significant benefits,” Mr Ryan said.

Mr Rohan Mead, Group Managing Director of Australian Unity, said that the two organisations share similar philosophies including a shared belief in the strength of mutual organisations, a commitment to provide superior financial

services, and a desire to develop a meaningful alternative to the major banks.

Should the merger proceed, Big Sky would combine with the Lifeplan Australia Building Society which became part of Australian Unity following the merger between Lifeplan Australia Friendly Society and Australian Unity in 2009.

Big Sky Credit Union would be a wholly owned subsidiary of Australian Unity, its customer base would grow from approximately 31,000 to 34,000 and total assets would increase from $560 million to $650 million.

Mr David Bryant, CEO of Australian Unity Investments, said that a merger would significantly

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By Millie Thomas

rab your Sunday best ladies and keep those pinkies poised, for the Roxby Downs Women’s Network (RDWN) is holding their inaugural High Tea.

The event, to be held at Roxby Leisure on Saturday, September 24, will act as a fundraiser for special needs equipment for the Leisure Centre.

Karen Russell and Jo Culf, RDWN committee members and ambassadors for the event said it’s a good chance for women to get together and celebrate the finer things in life. “At our last event, it was suggested from the community that we hold a high tea,” said Ms Russell. It is believed that inspiration was drawn from the Royal Wedding earlier this year.

RDWN ask that everyone brings along their own teacup and share the story of how they came to own it with those they meet at the event.

Also, if you wish to arrive dripping in pearls and silk, please do. “We’re going to dress up,” announced Ms Russell. “We’re hoping that this is going to be the first of many high teas…from here it’s only going to be bigger and better.

“We’ve heard of people that are going to dress up and have a bit of fun with it and that’s fantastic,” she added. “The best thing about Roxby is that you can dress up and have a great time or you don’t need to. We just want people to come and enjoy themselves. “our big passion is to get the women of the community together and have the event solely

for them. If we make some money to be able to donate back to the community then that’s fantastic”, said Jo Culf The High Tea will also be an opportunity for women of Roxby Downs to become involved in the RDWN. “At the High Tea we’re going to let people know that we’re going to start meeting on a regular basis as a Women’s Network and those times and dates will then be given,” Ms Russell said.

She went on to say that not only is the network about fundraising, it is also a chance to connect the varied demographics of women around town. “We recognise that some people are working women, some are young mums, and others have come to town and are not intending to work, so we just want to connect everyone together,” she said.

“We try to have different types of events so that all women can attend,” added Ms Russell.

“Hopefully this will be really successful and I think that this is something that will definitely be redone.

Kaye Doyle has been the driving force behind RDWN and the High Tea. “She has been the backbone of this, it was her inspiration to establish a local network of women.”

The RDWN would like to thank Roxby Council, Roxby Leisure, Hourglass Jeweller and the RDWN Committee for their support. Thanks also to the many volunteers preparing food for the event.

Tickets to the event are available for $35 from the Visitor Information Centre and Roxby Hourglass Jewellers.

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he Roxby Downs Kindergarten cooked up a storm with their new oven donated kindly by David Stephen.

Mr Stephen is the General Manager for Caledonia Scaffolding Australia and jumped at the chance when he heard from parents of children at the kindergarten that a new oven was needed.

Mr Stephen said that Caledonia Scaffolding does a lot of work at Olympic Dam and for people in the local community that have children at the kindergarten.

Fried rice was cooked using fresh vegetables from the vegetable patch that the children help to maintain.

Kerryn Jones, Director of the Roxby Downs Kindergarten said, “The children will eat spinach and carrot at kindy because they have grown it themselves.”

Ms Jones said that the kindergarten is getting busier and is only going to grow in the future. “It’s great for us. Cooking is a big part of what we do at the kindergarten,” she said.

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owan Ramsey MP, Federal Member for Grey, has called for Premier Mike Rann to release the South Au stralian Re s e arch and Development Institute (SARDI) report on Spencer Gulf before any decisions are completed about the Roxby Downs mine expansion and the desalination plant plans.

Mr Rann has announced he will resign as Premier on October 20 and Mr Ramsey stresses the report should be released before Mr Rann signs a deal with BHP Billiton.

“The Government has been sitting on the report for three or four months

and it begs the questions what is it that Mike Rann won’t let the public see,” Mr Ramsey said.

“The public have a right to see this report.”

With only four weeks until Mr Rann steps down, Mr Ramsey thinks the public should know what scientists found in the SARDI report before the desalination plant is given the go ahead.

Mr Ramsey said he is a strong supporter of the BHP Billiton expansion.

“The opportunities it offers for northern SA are enormous and the mine promises to underwrite the state’s future for the next 100 years… However, there have been considerable doubts about the siting of the desalination plant so far up the gulf,” he said.

Mr Ramsey stressed that the BHP Billiton Environmental Impact State-

ment had addressed some issues but since a report commissioned by the Prawn Fishing Association had raised new doubts.

“SARDI scientists assured me they had been instructed to be ‘fearless’ in their conclusions and we should trust them to make the correct call,” he said.

Mr Ramsey added, “If the report says all is well, then why would the government hold back on making it public, if it raises fresh concerns then it is imperative it is made public before Mike Rann commits this state to something we may live to regret, just to massage his ego so he can say he signed the deal while he is still in office.”

Mr Ramsey said he has written to Mr Rann asking him to release the report immediately.

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Fly-in fly-out versus permanent workforce

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esource industry employer group Australian Mines and Metals Association (AMMA) has called for stronger policy decisions to support and coordinate regional development to ease community concerns around fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workforces.

AMMA is calling for stronger incentives to localise workforces in regional towns but realise FIFO arrangements are an ongoing reality in the resource industry.

The Federal Government has recently launched an inquiry into the use of FIFO practices.

AMMA Director, Minna Knight said the resources sector has greatly contributed to development in regional areas where there are existing mining operations.

“The reality is the sector is facing a critical labour shortage and using FIFO workforce is often the only viable way to fulfil employment needs,” she said.

FIFO workforces are an effective way to combat the critical skills shortage that is impairing mining operations around Australia but have caused great debate in regional communities that are no longer seeing the full economic benefit of mining operations.

“Many of the rural towns across Queensland and Australia involved in this debate were historically built off the back of previous mining booms and that correlation with regional development is something the resource industry is proud of, and remains committed to.”

Ms Knight added, “The incentives are often not there for permanent residency and it’s important for all levels of government to review existing services and infrastructure where communities wish to entice workers to live in a particular area.”

Lyn Breuer, Member for Giles said that the FIFO workforce is not the long term proposal for Roxby Downs which is why the State Government is putting extensive effort into the planning and infrastructure for Roxby and the expansion. “Years have gone into the planning for the township and ensuring that there will be sufficient resources to cater for the growing community. In the short term, the construction stage will need FIFO workers and this is in planning and a huge camp proposed near Roxby,” she said.

Ms Breuer is certain that BHP Billiton will cater to the requirements of workers to move to Roxby Downs and is sure other services will be provided by business operators who may also have to offer similar incentives. If the incentives are not sufficient to attract workers to the community she is sure a review would be put in place.

She believes that more skilled workers need to be trained. “This will involve looking at all potential trainees, including our indigenous communities, and young people including school leavers with a concentration on regional areas. Migration also currently fills many of the vacancies and this could be increased,” Ms Breuer said.

“It is not a government responsibility to provide incentives for workers in remote areas, mining companies are earning huge profits in out part of the state, and they will need to provide sufficient salary packages to recruit workers. This is happening to a large extent, and I emphasise shortages are due to lack of available workers throughout Australia rather than poor working conditions,” she added.

Bill Boehm, Town Administrator said that the expansion of Roxby Downs will improve choice and should make the need for higher incentives a lesser issue. “There appears to be every indication that flyin fly-out will remain a likelihood as Roxby competes against many other mine sites worldwide. However, Roxby is positioned well to potentially have this portion at lower levels than many other areas due to the current and future state of our town, its high quality facilities and great lifestyle,” he said.

Mr Boehm added, “Generally speaking BHP Billiton’s investment is over a very long mine life of 50 years; much greater than most other locations where

the mine life is significantly less. Potentially this will lead to lower establishment costs which can be amortised over a longer period of time.”

Mr Boehm said the Council is of the view that if the town and community is financially viable from a structural viewpoint and if BHP Billiton use their influence to maximise economies of scale then potentially costs of living could be kept at reasonable levels.

“For instance if the supply of housing is kept up to high levels and as identified in BHP Billiton’s Draft EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) a notional five per cent vacancy rate is maintained then cost of housing pressures should be reduced,” he said.

Rowan Ramsey MP, Federal Member for Grey said that at the moment there is a need for the fly-in, flyout workforce to fulfil employment needs at Olympic Dam. “But we should be looking to grow the local population,” he said.

“I think Roxby Downs is pretty well serviced; it is an attractive place to live. I think the services will continue to grow. It’s more the mental block, the thought it’s so far from Adelaide,” he added.

Mr Ramsey believes that cheap and plentiful air services are needed in Roxby Downs. He said, “I do support regional policies that encourage people to live in regional towns. Cities are chocking and are growing at kilometres per year. We should be directing resources into regional communities so workers are attracted to live in regional towns rather than cities.”

Mr Ramsey added that there is currently a tax incentive for workers to take residency in Roxby Downs but it has not been adjusted for 10 years. He thinks that instead of re-visiting this issue it may be wise to introduce tax incentives for companies and businesses to move to Roxby because when companies relocate it will attract local workers.

Buy, Sell and Swap comes to life!

By Millie Thomas

Local initiative has turned a goods and services trading page into a three dimensional event.

Buy, Sell and Swap (BSAS) Roxby Downs and Andamooka is a Facebook web page that allows it’s 1000+ members to buy sell and swap unwanted goods, ranging from family pets to exercise bikes and everywhere in between.

The page allows locals to buy goods at discounted prices that may not be available at local retailers.

Amy Brind, local mum and user of BSAS regularly snags bargains from the site and says it has been a huge help. “I have bought items from the page, especially baby items as I don’t have the time to travel to the shops in Pt Augusta or Adelaide as much as I would like to,” she said. “The advantage of buying something second hand is that you really get a bargain without the postage fees and the

travelling.”

Ms Brind aptly stated ‘one man’s junk is another’s treasure’ and pointed out how convenient it was to buy someone’s used goods for half the price and half the effort.

It was Ms Brind who first put the idea of a car boot sale into motion. “The advantage of the car boot sale is you can actually see what you are buying before committing to buying the item like you would on BSAS,” she said.

“I had recently attended a car boot sale at Mitre 10…I thought it would be a good idea for all the people who are selling small items over the Facebook page, to load their items in their boot and have a Car Boot Sale.”

The event, Ms Brind said, was a good chance to get buyers and sellers away from the ‘politics’ of the page, and helped non-members of BSAS to get involved. “It allowed people to interact, and

not make judgement of other members that have a different opinion or haven’t followed a rule that page has…I think the page is well used and is ideal for those bigger items that can’t be moved around, but the car boot sale will allow all community members to participate.”

As the inaugural BSAS car boot sale, attendance numbers and general success will gauge any future events. “Most of the car boot sales that I have attended have been held at schools or at community ovals, so perhaps we could get the school involved, who knows turn the market day into a bigger and better event,” said Ms Brind.

The Car Boot Sale acted as fundraiser for ‘My Mum’s Group’ an internet based mothers support group, who are raising money for PaNDA (Post Ante Natal Depression Association) and their inaugural national catch up, set in March 2011.

Labor backs down on unfair Youth Allowance criteria All regional students will now be on a level playing field in accessing Youth Allowance following another back-down announced by the Labor Government last week.

Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey, said he is delighted to hear that common sense has finally prevailed in this issue.

“For nearly two years we have been fighting the totally unfair changes made to the Independent Youth Allowance by the Government which saw regional students discriminated against on the basis of address rather than relative disadvantage,” Mr Ramsey said.

“I have repeatedly made the point that if a student is required to leave home to access tertiary education they face costs of relocating to the city that are substantially the same no matter where they live.

“This means that the students from all across regional Australia will now be treated equally.

Towns like of Eudunda, Balaclava and Mount Gambier will be treated the same as Whyalla, Kadina and Naracoorte, as they should”, he said.

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“The return of most of the criteria which existed before the Government started tinkering with the system once again allows students to plan for a gap year to help them earn the required amount to qualify for Youth Allowance.

“I have always thought anything which helps kids to help themselves should be encouraged,” he concluded.

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‘The privileges of Parliament are immunities conferred in nder parliamentary privilege politicians in this country can get away with almost anything that order to ensure that the duties of members as representaspoken outside the chamber would invoke the wrath tives of their constituents may be carried out without fear of intimidation or punishment, and without improper imof the law.

Last week independent Senator Nick Xenophon tested that privilege to the fullest when naming a incumbent Catholic priest as an alleged sex offender.

While no-one would protest the exposure of sex offenders in the community at large, without evidence and on the word of one man against another, does parliamentary privilege go too far?

Parliamentary privilege is controversial because of its potential for abuse; a member can use privilege to make damaging allegations that would ordinarily be discouraged by defamation laws, without first determining whether those allegations have a strong foundation.

Nick Xenophon is a highly regarded politician prepared to tackle the hard issues like clear product labelling, no pokies, water allocations and more; one of the only elected members to universally represent constituents not only in South Australia but across the country.

He will be judged harshly on the naming of one of the priests allegedly involved in a rape of another young priest decades ago.

pediment ... a privilege of Parliament is more properly called an immunity from the operation of certain laws, which are otherwise unduly restrictive on the proper performance of the duties of Parliament.’

If used incorrectly or without caution the privilege is deemed by most as an abuse of power and can cause a lot of stress and unnecessary harm if the claims are indeed fraudulent. Everybody has got a certain presumption of innocence until proven otherwise. If a story is wrong, then an incredible injustice has been done to the person in question.

While not-one is questioning Mr Xenophon’s right to use this privilege as a last resort to action a result in this long simmering matter, that right must be exercised wisely.

Has he done the church a favour by bringing the matter out into the open, where it can now be resolved fairly, transparently and within a reasonable timeframe?

The Catholic Church has suffered as a result of this action – what it does now will determine how well it has handled allegations of this nature in the past and what it will do in the future.

News in brief . . .

Port Pirie may be site for next coal processing plant

for export and WPG executive chairman Bob Duffin says It was reported last week the company is investigating that WPG Resources says it whether to do the processing might build a coal processing at Port Pirie.

Fish possession limits plant at Port Pirie in South Australia.

The State Government is WPG and its American working to close a loophole partner Evergreen Energy which lets interstate anglers have started pre-feasibility plunder South Australia’s fish studies for an open-pit coal stocks. mine at its Penrhyn site near Possession limits will be Coober Pedy. introduced by the end of the Test samples show the coal year to prevent anglers from would be suitable for export. stockpiling multiple bag and Samples from Lochiel, north boat limits over time. of Port Wakefield, also are beNew South Wales, Victoria ing tested. and Western Australia already The coal needs to be treated have introduced possession

limits, which Fisheries Minister Michael O’Brien says leaves South Australia vulnerable to overfishing.

The Government will determine the possession limits after a series of public meetings during October.

Greens call halt to aquaculture expansion

The Greens are urging the South Australian Government to halt all new aquaculture development off Eyre Peninsula until pollution from existing leases is contained.

Primary Industries wants to create a 10,000-hectare zone off Tumby Bay.

The department has conceded rubbish from aquaculture ventures has been causing environmental problems.

Greens MP Mark Parnell says it is clear the latest plan should be put on hold.

“Primary Industries is jumping the gun when they’re not properly managing the existing areas,” he said.

“We know rubbish from the feedlots is washing up on the beaches and the Government seems incapable of doing anything about it, so declaring new zones and creating new problems is not the way to go.”

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If the Zoo’s debt is $25 million who else is going to pick up that amount? The Government has to get this back in the black. I took my kids there a couple of months ago and it was a great experience for them, but for most families the cost of entry would be too much. Three kids under 7 and one adult cost over $60 and then the high cost of food and drinks. Perhaps that’s why the crowds have dropped off.

L. S. The first thing to do now is to sack everyone on the board at the zoo, and bring competent people in to run it. Exclude any failed politicians, or anyone else from a gravy train from applying for a position on the board. And lower the price to five bucks for everyone.

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Re: Disable parking in Roxby. In Richardson place there is disable parking opposite Blockbuster video. Most times a car takes up the 2 parking spots by parking in the middle, as there is no markings for 2 cars to park side by side.

I urge the council to maybe put a line in there to show it’s a 2 car space, but then again isn’t it common sense to park either on the far right or far left??

G.A. Andamooka.

To the Phibbs Crt Wheelie Bin Thief. Can you please return the bin you pinched last week! Return it or a brand new one would be nice!

Stinky Situation What’s all the nonsense about two speed economy and job losses in the manufacturing industry in Australia? Wayne and Julia keep telling me it’s all okay and they have got it covered. We have nothing to worry about - right!

Everhopeful Harry.

Last week’s cartoon should send a message to dog owners, but even on the weekend the same thing was happening on the oval near the school.

I love dogs but some owners need the training.

Jen. Roxby Downs shop pricing is no different to Adelaide pricing … or anywhere else in Australia. I worked in retail all around Australia before working at the mine. All Roxby shops follow RRP (Recommended Retail Price). Online shopping is destroying the industry!!

Happy Shopper, RD Get over it! We are damn lucky to have retailers in this town. Even if we do pay a little more for the convenience of having a local choice so what? I don’t think we have to pay more anyway.

Go to a fashion shop in Adelaide or a restaurant, you would be paying more most of the time!

Supporter of our locals traders When is someone going to realise if this carbon tax legislation passes both houses, we are all going to be hit with cost of living increases that the Government has not and cannot factor into any household compensation. This tax is NOT going to reduce carbon output and Australians will be paying more for no gain!

Ivan of the Far North

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St. Barbara’s Parish School visit- threatened species day Wednesday, September 7 was National Threatened Species Day, an event first held in 1996 to commemorate the loss of the last Tasmanian Tiger and to help raise awareness of Australia’s threatened species.

To celebrate Threatened Species Day this year, St Barbara’s Parish School from receptions to Year 7 headed out to the Arid Recovery Reserve to learn a little more about the contribution Arid Recovery makes towards conservation.

The children undertook a range of activities including radio tracking Brenda the Bilby, learning how traps work, how to use tracks and scats to identify animals and wandering the dunes to find out more about the ecosystem our threat-

ened species live in. The most popular activity with the children was by far the scat making.

“The children are so focused on getting their hands dirty and having so much fun that they probably don’t realise they are learning at the same time,” commented Perri Carter, Arid Recovery Volunteer and Community Assistant.

The highlight of the day for Arid Recovery’s new Volunteer and Community Coordinator, Hannah Spronk, was the excitement on the children’s faces as they grasped these new ideas. “Their enthusiasm for being out at Arid Recovery was fantastic,” remarked Hannah, “When they realise they have managed to identify their own Bilby track correctly, they are

very impressed.”

The children thoroughly enjoyed their day out of the classroom with the school principal Bernadette Lacey exclaiming, “Everyone came back raving about what a great day they had!”

Not only did the children enjoy a day out of the classroom, they also came away understanding a little more about some of the precious threatened species that have been re-introduced to the Arid Recovery Reserve.

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outh Australian family run business Selecta Homes and Building Co will continue their long relationship with Roxby Downs by building new homes for the recent Copper Sands land release.

Sales Manager Paul Kassara said potential home buyers and tenants will be pleasantly surprised when inspecting a Selecta Transportable Home.

“Particular attention has been paid to BHP’s requirements in designing these homes, which was to provide a spacious, modern home, with quality fittings throughout and design features exclusive to the Roxby Downs development,” Mr Kassara said.

“Our intention was to create homes with impressive street appeal, comfortable rooms and amenities, of which any family wanting to live and work in the Roxby Downs’ community will be proud to own and enjoy.”

Mr Kassara said Selecta Homes had designed these homes specifically for Roxby Downs. One design, The Inman 4, has now been included in the company’s group of standard home plans. Now arriving in Roxby Downs, The Inman 4 can also now be viewed at the Selecta Homes Display Village on Port Wakefield Road entering Adelaide.

“We are very passionate about every home we build and pride ourselves on having provided our clients with a home that meets all their expectations – a home they can enjoy for many years to come,” Mr Kassara said.

Selecta Homes first became involved with Roxby Downs in 2007 when it won its first tender for 12 Homes.

“Selecta Homes is now in the process of completing our third contract for homes with BHP – with whom we are extremely proud to be associated,” Mr Kassara said.

The company is also committed to improving home designs to suit a 6 and 7 Star energy efficiency rating, to move towards a more sustainable future.

Selecta Homes is well known across South Australia for many projects, including cabins on Kangaroo Island and homes at Ceduna, Yorke Peninsula, Adelaide Hills and The Riverland.

They were even contracted to help build the Sydney 2000 Olympic Village.

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There is no reason why residents cannot enjoy a stunning garden in Roxby Downs – the secret is – choosing the right arid zone species to suit soil, shade, shelter and interest.

Now a lecturer at the TAFE SA Urrbrae Campus and also a garden selector for Open Gardens Australia, John’s prestigious career included training at the Botanic Gardens of Adelaide before working as a horticultural adviser in Leigh Creek and as the curator of the National Botanic Garden in Lae, Papua New Guinea.

On returning to Australia he established the Parks and Gardens Department for the Port Augusta City Council, and studied arid zone horticulture in Chile, Bolivia, Peru, USA, Namibia and South Africa on a Churchill Fellowship.

He returned to Port Augusta in 1979 to propose and promote the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden which is now well established. John is still the president of the garden’s 500 strong Friends Group a member of the advisory committee.

He was awarded an OAM for his tree planting and beautification services in 1989.

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ABOVE: Horticulturist and former Roxby Downs’ Citizen of the Year, John Zwar.

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A&J Noske expanding to Roxby

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If you are thinking of renovating your home, the paving and building contractors provide all needs, including but not limited to; paving, tiling and bathroom makeovers, retaining wall systems, sheds, pergolas, carports, brick work and driveways.

Allan Noske has run his successful business for 26 years and has been based in Andamooka for five months.

Allan has been serving the Roxby Downs community for the past seven years on and off but has now decided to become a permanent business in Roxby due to the planned expan-

sion.

A&J Noske specialises in pool paving and have their own mini mix concrete truck allowing them to work weekends if needed.

Allan has his sights set high for the future of his company in Roxby Downs. “Hopefully down the track we hope to make a selection of pavers and retaining wall blocks to stretch the local’s dollar further,” he said.

He enjoys having A&J Noske based in the tight-knit community of Andamooka and Roxby Downs. “We are enjoying meeting many new faces and very friendly locals. The winter weather is fantastic and when I have a spare hour I like finding opal at Andamooka,” he said.

For more information on A&J Noske and their services call Allan Noske on 0418 833 576.

five gardens as part of the then Open Garden Scheme in Hamilton Court, Tutop Street and his own home garden on Axehead Road as well as the Roxby Downs’ Aboretum.

His advice for a garden in Roxby Downs is simple.

“Choose appropriate, arid zone species.”

“And, plant for water-wise gardening and shade.

“Soil for growing plants in Roxby is excellent and water is of a high quality. Use water wisely, use drip irrigation, minimize lawn areas, mulch well, group plants with similar water needs together and direct roof and paving, and any other rainfall run-off onto the garden,” John said.

He said residents shouldn’t under estimate the value of a beautiful garden in Roxby Downs.

“A shady garden creates a pleasant environment and cools the surrounds in summer, and can slightly reduce air-conditioning costs. It will also add value to a property if it is to be sold.”

John said there are hundreds of other plants that will thrive in the region’s harsh conditions.

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Mikaela Wedding: (left) “Yes, we need to have jobs for our future generations. I think it’s important to support the local economy, community and small businesses plus buying local is better for the environment.”

he 2011 Variety Adventure TV team will travel to northern South Australia for this year’s annual adventure documentary.

The team will begin filming in the opal capital of the world, Coober Pedy and make their way across the desert, ending the six day adventure in Roxby Downs.

The end result of the adventure will be a one hour television presentation raising much needed funds for Variety the Children’s Charity (Freedom Program). This project has already raised in excess of $700,000 since it began in 2007.

Variety Adventure TV is a campaign which raises funds to support Variety’s Freedom Program to help children in need of gaining mobility and independence.

Channel Nine television presenter, Troy Gray and leading philanthropist, businessman, and chairman of Variety Adventure TV, Ron Barton have teamed together to raise over $200,000 every year for the program. This year, a dedicated volunteer committee plus a dozen documentary participants will aim to boost the five year total to $1,000,000.

“It’s really tough this year but I hope we will make (the donation target),” Mr Barton said.

He said the money is guaranteed to get to the children in need. “It’s a really interesting program and has such an un-met need for money,” he added.

“Last year we gave away a wheelchair accessible vehicle in Port Lincoln on top of what was raised.”

Each year, 12 participants are chosen to undertake in the adventure which is filmed by the award winning crew and screened on television. Mr Gray said that every year information sessions are held where fundraising, travel and training among other topics

are discussed. He said it is not easy to whittle down the interested parties to only a dozen.

Previous Adventure TV documentaries have won awards at the annual Cinematography Awards and have all screened internationally. This will be Mr Gray’s sixth award-winning television documentary.

Mr Gray and Mr Barton have been great friends for many years. Mr Gray said, “(Ron Barton) is a huge advocate of the work Variety does in our community, and he has been involved in raising funds and awareness for Variety for many years. I decided to team up my TV documentary skills with Ron’s fundraising talents, and the rest is history!”

Mr Barton added, “I wanted to make money for Variety and I originally had done so through radio.

Troy and I had been mates for 10 years and we decided to team up. This will be our fourth year.”

After filming his first two documentaries overseas in Nepal and Papua New Guinea Mr Gray decided to concentrate on showcasing the wonders of ‘his own backyard’. His past three documentaries have featured many amazing areas in South Australia and Mr Gray though a trip up north was long overdue.

“I’ve never been to Coober Pedy or Roxby Downs, and I’ve always wanted to visit the Painted Desert, explore the Oodnadatta Track, have a beer at William Creek- so this years documentary was born,” he exclaimed.

The adventure concludes in Roxby Downs on Friday, October 28 where most of the day will be spent at Olympic Dam then a celebration in Roxby will be held for the conclusion of the annual fundraising and television project.

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Not only is Steve committed to helping the community become healthier, but he will back up his program with a lifetime guarantee.

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After calling to make an appointment with Steve all that is involved is completing your session with a quit cigarettes specialist which includes background information about you and your habit, talking about specific reasons and excuses for not quitting, talking about the system and how it works, completing the system which includes advanced hypnosis, neurolinguistic programming (NLP), reframing and other systems and obtaining support materials to help ensure you remain a non-smoker.

“This system makes it so easy that after only 60 minutes you will be a non-smoker. You won’t feel as if you are giving anything up, or having to cope with not having cigarettes.”

For more information or to book an appointment call Steve Saunders on 0400 995 277.

Legal aid Greg Hoban

0413 868 410 or 8237 0536 www.themonitor.com.au

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Junior netball grand final

Roxby Downs

Best on Court for Junior Netball Grand Finals.

11 & Under Tessa Nottle

Junior Netball

GRAND FINAL RESULTS 11 & under

13 & Under Lily Mason

Shooters 19 v T-Birds 16

17 & Under Erika Syvertsen

Lightning 36 v Bullets 24

13 & under 17 & under Bullets 43 v Lightning 38

new to town?

A BIGWARM WELCOME to roxby downs 11 and Under Premiership winners: BACK: Caitlyn Miller, Lucy Prior, Tessa Nottle, Sienna Brougham, Kirby Hobbs (Coach). FRONT: Emma Yianni, Tasma French, Chloe Reid, Kiara Coetzee.

BEST & FAIREST & MOST CONSISTENT 2011 11 & Under BEST & FAIREST - Tessa Nottle, Runner up - Lucy Prior Bullets BEST & FAIREST - Matilda Cordy, Most Consistent - Keeley Flavel Lightning BEST & FAIREST - Chloe Odgers, Most Consisten - Amelia Johnson Shooters BEST & FAIREST - Tessa Nottle, Most Consistent - Lucy Prior T-Birds BEST & FAIREST - Brianna Player, Most Consistent - Brianna Wyatt

Runner up - Whitney Chinner

and Centaine Casserly

Bullets

Bullets

BEST & FAIREST - Maddison Cordy, Most Consistent - Ashlie Ali Lightning BEST & FAIREST - Amy Rigg, Most Consistent - Danielle Player Shooters BEST & FAIREST - Kyann Verrall, Most Consistent - Millie Clark T-Birds

Shooters

BEST & FAIREST - Whitney Chinner, Most Consistent - Madeline Young

BEST & FAIREST - Danielle Weir, Most Consistent - Caroline Wissell

BEST & FAIREST - Danielle Weir

13 & Under

Lightning BEST & FAIREST - Centaine Casserly, Most Consistent - Jessica Hassett

17 & Under Runners up (on equal points) - Zandria Botha, Erika Syvertsen

BEST & FAIREST - Amy Rigg,

BEST & FAIREST (on equal points) - Erika Syvertsen & Zandria Botha, Most Consistent - Zoe Male

upcoming event everyone welcome for a free bbq!

wondering how to access services, join community groups or meet people? contact us!

sunday 25th sept.

12 noon lions park ‘Dad’s and Kids’ will be in the morning from 10.30am as a lead in so all the equipment will be there for the kids too.

free social events and friendship for new and existing residents to roxby downs and the surrounding communities. local businesses and community groups are part of the BIG WARM WELCOME network, offering information and support at many outlets in roxby downs. phone support, including SMS 0422 000 210 www.bigwarmwelcome.info

big warm welcome is a community partnership of

T-Birds BEST & FAIREST - Madison Evans, Most Consistent - Angie Secker

RFDS AUCTION DAY AMBROSE 17 SEPTEMBER 2011 FRONT NINE 1 2

NAME

NAME

Scott Rogers

Daniel Rogers

Jason Neindorf Russell McInerney

NAME

NAME

H/CAP

GROSS

NETT

RESULT

Sam Oisen

Paul Dickenson

12.5

35

22.5

1st

Wade Hooper

Fiona Hooper

5.625

31

25.375

2nd

3 Tyson Qualmann

Chad Oldfield

Jason Nottle

Gary Forester

6.75

33

26.25

3rd

4

Rob Ellingham

Ken Edwards

Sandy Visser

Buth Richards

8.625

39

30.375

Mixed

5

Craig Mclean

Scott Morris

Jay Oaklands

Pom Feleppa

6.25

42

35.75

NAGA

6

Brad Cox

Shane Hunter

Craig Wilson

Adam Malm

4.062

31

26.938

7

Phil Moon

Adam Mckee

Adam Sheahan

Mick Towler

6.375

35

28.625

8

Simon Hempsell

Jim Giumelli

Gavin Miller

Will Telter

7.75

39

31.25

LONG DRIVE

Scott Morris

Fiona Hooper

NTP

Shane Hunter

H/CAP

GROSS

NETT

RESULT

29

21.313

1st

12.5

34

21.5

2nd

7.625

31

23.375

3rd

4.875

33

28.125

Mixed

12.5

47

34.5

Ladies

BACK NINE NAME

NAME

NAME

1

Michael Vugts

Chris Preston

Nic Stephens

NAME

2

Rob Paxton

J Lachmund

Alan Freeth

3

Chris James

Ben Ramsey

4

Mark Killick

Kimmy Bancroft Warwick Jackson

5

Tracey King

Ronnie Martin

6

Mark Longmire

Brendon Dowd

Joel Longmire

Tyrone Demaine

6.75

31

24.25

7

Lyndon Wells

Greg Renshaw

Darren Mackenzie

Elicia Geraghty

8.75

39

30.25

8

Trevor Mitchell

Kevin Dawes

Peter Litchfeild

Peter Paisley

6.75

40

33.25

Grodswill Manyura 7.687 P Arcus

Andrew Winterfield George Holland Jakes Ellis

Cheree MacDonald-Johnson Danhi Rae Vanzati

LONG DRIVE

Warwick Jackson Andrew Winterfield Kimmy Bancroft

NTP

George Holland

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The Board that provides a community voice locally

Proactive Sally awarded

By Millie Thomas

Sally Bryant, an involved and dedicated member of the Roxby Downs community has been awarded with Community Person of the Month for July.

The Community Board with the support of Big Sky and The Monitor Newspaper has awarded Community Persons of the Month since October 2008 to members of the community who have risen above and beyond the call of duty.

Mrs Bryant and her husband Josh moved to Roxby Downs eight years ago, after Josh had already worked in Olympic Dam on a FIFO basis. Since their move, they have added two more members to the family, Lachlan (4) and Zoe (2).

“I like the community feel of the town, always a friendly face to say hello to, the relaxed lifestyle and the friendliness of the people,” said Mrs Bryant.

Mrs Bryant left her job at Olympic Dam as a Metallurgist when she started having children, but still keeps busy volunteering

for various groups and organisations around town.

She is currently chairperson for the Roxby Early Learning Community Group, a volunteer for Strengthening Our Families, committee member for the Triathlon and Desert Dash and does voluntary costume sewing for the Valda Inglis School of Dance.

“I like to be involved to help out my children and other children and families,” said Mrs Bryant. “We need to cherish childhood and all the experiences it can provide.”

Strengthening Our Families is a support network for families around town. Volunteers are available for home visiting, supervising children at health and medical appointments, attending community activities and other daily activities. “The people in Roxby Downs are very welcoming but it can be hard here without your extended family so being able to help people settle into town, make new friends and assist with the transition into parenthood is very rewarding,” said Mrs Bryant. “I’ve been

through it myself so hopefully I can empathise and assist other people in town.”

The Desert Dash this year exceeded expectations, with 239 entrants, the event is getting bigger as each year passes. This can be thanks only to the hard work of the committee. “I like to promote healthy lifestyle, when the triathlon committee started I thought it would be exciting for Roxby and it was a nice group of people to work with,” she said.

“Thankyou to the support of

my family and friends to allow me time to volunteer for these groups, as there is times when I can’t take my children along,” finished Mrs Bryant.

If you know someone who deserves to be noticed because of their dedication and enthusiasm for the community nominate them for this award.

Nomination forms are available from the Big Sky Service Centre, The Monitor and the Roxby Downs Council.

the land and eat the most delicious sweet and savoury treats ever seen in Roxby Downs, all whilst donating to a local charity or community group! You are asked to bring along your own favourite cup, saucer and plate, along with the story of why you chose that particular set. We are sure some of these sto-

ARTS and CULTURE FORUM Rachel Young 0428 671 000 COMMUNITY BOARD 7.30PM ON September 26 EDUCATION and WORKPLACE TRAINING

SPORTS and RECREATION FORUM Kaye Doyle 0419 935 316 COMMUNITY GARDEN Patrik Ibele 8671 0168 Josh, Lachlan, Sally and Zoe Bryant.

ries will empower, enlighten and amuse the tea totallers present.

So get a table of girlfriends together, dust off that specially good crockery and join the Roxby Downs Women’s Network for High Tea. Tickets are strictly limited, please contact the Visitor Information Centre or Kaye on 0419 950 316 as soon as pos-

Jo Culf and Karen Russell enjoying a cup of tea.

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

Michelle Hales 0418 833 818

Arts and Culture Forum meeting

High Tea for Roxby women The Women’s Network, a Forum or subcommittee of the Roxby Downs Community Board, was born after a very successful International Women’s Day celebration was held last year.

This event highlighted the community’s need for women of all walks of life to be able to come together to build friendships, offer support, develop networks and learn from one an another. It is hoped that the Roxby Downs Women’s network will continue to grow and support the women of Roxby Downs and surrounding areas by providing opportunities to get together, to discuss, fundraise, support and mentor one another.

Our next event will be a high tea event. For $35 you will be able to drink the finest tea in

JOINING FORUMS

sible.

There will be fun prizes awarded throughout the event and profits from the day will go to a local charity or community group.

If you are interested in being involved in the Women’s Forum please contact Michelle Hales on 08 868710010, mobile: 0418 833 818 or michelle.hales@roxby-

By Vanessa Switala

The next Arts and Culture Forum meeting will be held Wednesday, September 21 at 7.30pm in either the Dunes Café or Leisure Centre meeting room.

Rachel Young encourages anyone that is interested in joining the Arts and Culture Forum after the recent Red eARTh Festival to come along.

Agenda items so far include Folk Club insurance and a potential textile workshop in 2012.

If this is not for you, but you know someone who might like to be involved please pass on this information to them.

Please contact Rachel Young for more details or to answer questions on rachel@ desertrox.com.au or 04285 671 000.

HEALTH FORUM Karen Russell 8671 9020 SPORTS & RECREATION FORUM MEETING 7.30PM ON October 4 ROXBY ROADSAFE MEETING 5.30PM ON October 13

Green tip

Did you know?

The next time its about 24 degrees outside, turn off the lights, open the windows and blinds, and turn off the A/C unit. You will save money on electricity and your hone energy costs. A side benefit is that you will also lower the toxicity in your home.

Many homes, especially new construction homes, are built so air tight that they do not allow fresh air or outside circulation. This can cause an unnatural build up of toxins in the home.

An initiative of the Environment Forum

BOARD MEETINGS

WHO’S ON THE BOARD

CONTACTING THE BOARD

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

Teresa Baddeley • Darren Smith

For further information, advice or general questions please contact:

Members of the public are welcome to attend and observe.

Michelle Davis • George Giakoumis

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

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

Confidential discussions with the Board can be arranged if required.

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Email: halesm@roxbycouncil.com.au

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POSITIONS VACANT

PUBLIC NOTICE DUBLIN Gerry’s Meat Store. Top quality, grain fed meat at affordable prices. New $230 Freezer pack (mix and match) 2kg Lamb Roast, 1kg Beef Schnitzel, 2kg Pork Roast, 1kg Chicken Schnitzel, 2kg Beef Roast, 1kg Budget Bacon, 2kg Roast Chicken, 2kg Marinated Wings, 1kg BBQ steak, 2kg Beef Sausages, 1kg Beef Mince, 20 Gourmet Patties, 1kg BBQ Lamb Chops, 1 Large Mettwurst, 1kg Pork Leg Chops, 1 Bottle Marinade, 1kg Diced Steak. Phone: 8529 2229

HOUSESITTER AWAY from home, FIFO? House carer available in Adelaide, long term position preferred. Single lady, non-smoker, working in admin position, CBD. I’m happy to take care of pets, house cleaning, simple garden care, mail collection and attend to rubbish bins, details negotiable. Prefer own bathroom but not essential and you would need to be happy to share your home. Police report avail.

Mob: 0427190362

ANDAMOOKA MASSAGE THERAPIST (Mobile facilities for Roxby Downs) DEEP TISSUE / THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Appointments 0427334883

POSITIONS VACANT

Technical Supervisor – Roxby Downs Sandvik Mining and Construction is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a leading global supplier of equipment, tools service and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. The Sandvik Group has 47,000 employees in 130 countries with over 3,000 staff in the Australia Pacific region. Our rapid growth means that we require motivated personnel in the following role.

Fire Suppression Technician Sandvik Mining and Construction have positions available for permanent Fire Suppression Technicians to provide product support and technical services with the Fire Suppression product. The Fire Suppression Technician maintains a firm commitment to the quality objectives for the company and promotes business through exceptional customer service: Mt -sa .ob 6eference 2o.: 310 10 Olympic (am .ob 6eference.: 310 1 &endigo .ob 6eference.: 310 13 As a Fire Suppression Technician you will be required to install and maintain fire suppression systems in the workshop and in the field.

-n this role you will: Adhere to all policies and procedures especially the EHS policies Support technicians from other regions and assist in training Perform fault diagnosis, maintain and install Fire Suppression systems Work effectively either in a team environment or autonomously &e highly developed in your communication and interpersonal skills &e able to identify opportunity for business growth Assist with machine audits/inspections The successful candidate will have relevant trade qualifications and experience, direct knowledge and experience with surface mining machinery. Mobile Fire Suppression system experience is a distinct advantage.

The ideal candidate will have strong customer relation skills and the ability to effectively work within a team. Further, you have a positive attitude and a high level of determination to achieve targets set for customer satisfaction. You are flexible to travel to remote locations.

As a global specialist in energy management with operations in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in energy and infrastructure, industrial processes, building automation, and data centres/networks, as well as a broad presence in residential applications. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, and efficient, the company 114,000 employees achieved sales of more than 18.3 billion euros in 2008, through an active commitment to help individuals and organisations “Make the most of their energyTM”.

We currently have an opportunity available for a Technical Supervisor to join our Roxby Downs Office.

The Technical Supervisor will be responsible for: • The day to day supervision of sub-contractors • Assisting Schneider Electric Engineers in document control and other tasks • Supervision of SLAs. Other duties include: • Assisting in the initial project planning to develop required tasks and estimate effort requirements for those tasks • Assist with the implementation of solutions/projects • Responsible for timely and accurate development of drawings and documentation on assigned projects • Awareness and compliance with project quality procedures (QA) • Manage individual site priorities, deliverables and utilisation (time management) • Site Supervision and control of installation and delivery phase of projects, ensures delivery and safe work practices • Inform Project Manager of all variations and risks in a timely manner • Contribute to specifications, functional descriptions, and manuals • Liaise with customers on all sites and encourage confidence and repeat business • Conduct all communications in a professional manner • Provide early warning to the Project Managers of impending problems or issues To be successful in this role, you will require: • South Australian Electrical Workers License • Extensive experience in an Industrial Electrical and/or Automation environment • Supervisory experience desirable • PLC programming experience desirable • UPS and VVVF drive maintenance desirable • Security system maintenance desirable • Awareness and understanding of process control and instrumentation fundamentals essential • Knowledge of project management software tools (MS Excel, MS Project, MS Word etc) desirable • Solid technical report writing skills essential This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career with a global market leader.

To be considered for this opportunity, please email your resume to jeff.farrell@non.schneider-electric.com Applications Close October 5, 2011

HOW TO APPLY To apply, please visit the Sandvik website - www.sandvik.com Applications close: 5pm 27 September, 2011 Job Reference No.: 310910, 310912, 310913

www.sandvik.com

Roxby Early Learning Community Group Inc.

Positions Vacant Roxby Early Learning Community Group Inc (RELCG) is a not for profit, incorporated community group that is opening a new 50 place child care centre to provide a long day care service for children aged 3 months to 5 year olds and specialised educational programs for 2, 3 and 4 year olds.

Both the long day care and specialised programs will be based on the Early Years Learning Framework and will provide high quality, educational care to the children of Roxby Downs.

DIRECTOR (full-time)

MOBILE SHIFT FITTER Terramin Australia Ltd is an ASX listed base metals company with an operating underground mine at Strathalbyn in SA (Angas Zinc Mine).

The ideal candidate will: • Hold a completed Diploma in Children’s Services or relevant Early Childhood Teaching degree • Hold a current First Aid Certificate • Be experienced in a centre director role • Be confident planning and programming for children aged 0 - 5 • Be able to lead the implementation of the Early Years Learning Framework • Be confident dealing with parents on a day to day basis • Be confident leading a team of up to 10 staff • Be looking to commit to a role long term.

We are seeking to appoint a Trade Qualified Mobile Shift Fitter to support our Maintenance division.

QUALIFIED STAFF (full-time and casual positions)

Send applications to employment@terramin.com. au or contact Susan Palmer on 8536 5972.

The ideal candidates will: • Have a Diploma in Children’s Services or relevant Degree • Develop a program that meets the needs of individual children and reflects children’s interest, development, culture and the RELCG’s approach to early childhood learning • Be capable of having direct responsibility for the management of a group of children • Support and provide guidance to unqualified staff • Maintain knowledge of child-care related legal issues and referral services • Work as a member of a cooperative team within the centre.

• Have understanding and uphold the Regulations, Quality Assurance principles and RELCG’s policies and procedures.

UNQUALIFIED STAFF (full-time and casual positions) The ideal candidates will: • Have or be working towards Certificate iii in Children’s Services • Have previous experience working with children, either through nannying, babysitting, voluntary or in centre care • Have enthusiasm, a general passion for working with children aged 0 to 5 years • Clear verbal and written communication skills.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (part-time) The ideal candidate will: • Have experience in an administrative role • Knowledge of MYOB and the CCB software is preferred • Accounts payable, receivable and payroll experience • Excellent communication skills • Be able to work closely with the Director

For further information and a job description please contact Ruth Rowlands on 0439 683 609 or roxbyelcg@gmail.com.

Please send applications to the above email address or PO BOX 196, Roxby Downs, 5725

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Reporting to the Leading Hand Mobile Plant the position will be scheduled on a 12hr 4x4 roster including days and nights.

Previous experience with heavy duty mobile plant equipment and underground mine experience essential.

Casual Gardener / Gardeners Stevens Resources is currently seeking a person / persons to assist with general gardening maintenance around the Roxby Downs Township.

ADULT PERSONALS

Applicants need to posses good communication skills and be able to work in a team environment.

Previous experience in Horticulture is desired . On the job training will be supplied.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE October 1, 2011 Please forward your current resume Stevens Resources- Att; Paul Smith PO Box 427 Roxby Downs S.A. 5725 Ph 86710087 Email: stevensolympicdam@bigpond.com www.themonitor.com.au

wish to advise the community that the Cafe will be CLOSED ALL DAY Saturday, September 24 due to the Women’s Forum High Tea and the 2011 BHPB service awards.

1 0 0 % A D U LT Happiness 1902 224 955 $2.95pm mobex R18+ Explicit (02) 9884 1284.

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ROXBY COUNCIL WHERE YOUR RATES GO

BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS

Ever thought where your “Municipal Rates” go?

Below is an “approximate” expenditure breakdown for every $100 paid in rates.

Major Actions also include a range of capital, maintenance and operational programs totalling $1,732k funded from Revenue ($686k), Grants ($60k) and Reserves ($986k), as per the following snapshot. ¾

Cyclic footpath replacement works incl replacement of

¾

General

bitumen footpaths in older area of town streetscape

completion

of

improvements

upgrade

of

seating

including adjacent

to

Richardson Place bus stop.

Expansion

¾

of

economic

community

development

actions through contract resources to assist in the business, marketing, environment and health sectors Leisure Centre asset replacements and improvements

¾

incl upgrade of crèche and foyer entrance, installation blinds, replacement of air-conditioning and completion of indoor Teaching and Rehabilitation Pool.

Cultural Centre asset replacements and improvements

¾

including kitchen refurbishment, equipment & furniture replacement (cf from 2010/11), inflatable indoor play area and electronic community notice board. ¾

Finalise improvements to small oval to formalise

¾

Reposition existing oval lights to service small oval.

¾

Construct new cricket practice area to a repositioned

¾

Upgrade air-conditioning at the Council Office

¾

Electricity

soccer / rugby pitch Governance $1.00 Business $3.50 Tourism $1.30 Library $6.70 Stormwater $0.80 Street Lighting $2.60 Parks & Gardens $3.10 Footpaths $7.30 Roads & Streets $3.70 Streetscaping $9.30 Family & Youth $4.20

The Roxby Community aspires to be a Healthy Town Welcoming Town Learning Community Model Environmentally Friendly Town Family Orientated Town Place of Personal Development Council’s role is interalia to assist in delivering these objectives and in the process assist BHP Billiton turn a World Class Mining Deposit into a World Class Mining Operation through the recruitment and retention of people with the high specialist skills that choose BHP Billiton and Roxby Downs as their preferred destination over many other world-wide alternatives.

Cultural Services $14.00 Garbage Collection $6.70 Landfill & Recycling $3.50 Public Conveniences $0.50 Street Cleaning $2.70 Community Development $3.70 Sport & Recreation $7.70 Swimming $1.60 Ovals $5.40 Building Planning & Health $3.00 Dogs Cats & Reg Control $4.90 Other Environment $2.80

Notes 1. Figures include overheads and are a guide only to the areas of “Net” municipal expenditure which rates are applied.

2. Actual expenditure can vary as items separately funded by loans, grants or from reserves are not included.

3. Operations for Roxby Power and Roxby Water are separately funded by consumers and have not been included from this rating analysis.

location on the Main Oval Meter

Purchases,

Plant

replacement works program.

FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on any of these options and / or to obtain a copy of Council’s Annual Business Plan and Budget please contact the Council Office during office hours.

Roxby Council Richardson Place PO Box 124 Roxby Downs SA 5725

2011/12 COUNCIL BUDGET SUMMARY

The Annual Business Plan sets out Council’s proposed services, programs and projects for 2011/12 with the overall aims to:

Voltage

Water & Sewerage Asset Maintenance and meter

¾

T 8671 0010 F 8671 0452

INTRODUCTION

High

Transformer Upgrades

E roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au

As foreshadowed in Council’s Draft Annual Business Plan

Subject to the approval of State Gov’t and BHP Billiton

Municipal

Business Unit

residential rate, including garbage charge increasing by

Expenses

Income

Net

$000’s

$000’s

$000’s

Municipal

8,499

7,299

(1,200) deficit

Roxby Power

4,026

4,026

0

Roxby Water

3,641

3,641

0

Function in a civic and responsible manner

Total Council

16,166

14,966

(1,200) deficit

Facilitate local leadership

Graphically Council’s expenditure including distribution of

Stimulate Community cultural development

overheads can be highlighted by the following pie chart:

Effect efficient & effective municipal services

Rates

have

increased

with

the

Average

9.0% to $1,708 per annum. i.e. $32.85 per week.

Residents should note that changes to actual property rates will depend on individual property valuations and the differential rates adopted.

Payment of rates will be by four (4) instalments, due on 20 October 2011, 20 December 2011, 20 March 2012 and 20 June 2012.

Operate commercial business services Assist economic development Manage a sustainable urban & natural environment

UTILITIES

This summary provides a brief snap shot to residents and

No major changes in tariff structure are planned.

ratepayers on the services provided, as well as the key

tariffs and charges for utilities will be reviewed during the

actions proposed for the 2011/12 year.

year with changes coming into effect in January 2012. As

Actual

foreshadowed in Council’s Draft Annual Business Plan Budget documents provide for the following:

Residents should also note that the 2011/12 Council Budget and projected deficit is proposed to revert to

¾

2009/10 levels and is subject to review and financial approval of the State Government and BHP Billiton,

Electricity Tariffs to increase 6-7%.

Final levels will

still be below Adelaide default tariffs.

As

such Councils budget may be reviewed during the year.

For the second time rates include a separate rate on all rateable

land

behalf

of

the

SA

Arid

Lands

¾

Water Rates to increase 6-7%

¾

Sewerage Charges to increase 6-7%. Rates remain in

Natural

Resources Management Board. (Refer separate flyer)

line with Country South Australia BUDGET AT A GLANCE ¾

Maintenance

of

MUNICIPAL RATING

current

level

of

services

with

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Council’s rating structure involves Roxby Council provides a range of easy payment options

increased emphasis on business, community and environmental development, streetscaping, footpath ¾

¾

a Fixed Charge of $450 for all properties plus the

replacement and waste management.

following rates in the dollar based on a property’s

Operating Budget $15.4 mill. Capital Budget $1.9 mill

capital value based on the designated use of land

of which $1.2mill is for asset replacement works Residential

0.3150 cents

Commercial

0.8600 cents

high labour costs (4-5% increase), high standard of

Industry & Other

0.7600 cents

facilities and increased compliance costs in the areas

Vacant

0.5950 cents

funded from reserves ¾

Significant inflationary impacts.

Remote community,

Depreciation for electrical, sewerage and water assets

¾

A fixed residential garbage collection charge of $195.

fully

¾

Separate Rate / NRM Levy of $35 on behalf of the SA

funded

but

with

no

allowance

depreciation for municipal infrastructure

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for

funding

x x x x

Discretionary rates rebates and remissions Flexible payment arrangements Seniors Postponement Scheme (rate deferment) State Government Funded Concessions

Please refer to the back of the rate notice and / or contact the Council Office for further information.

of waste management, OHW&S and risks generally ¾

for rates and utility payments such as:

Arid Lands Natural Resources Management Board.

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Roxby Districts Awards: Football Seniors Best and Fairest Football Seniors Football Seniors Football Seniors Football Seniors Football Seniors Football Seniors Football Seniors Football Seniors Football Seniors Football Seniors

Netball

Cody Kenny Best and Fairest RU Jarrod Pyke Leading Goal Scorer Ricky Prosser Best Backman Spencer Crafter Coaches Award Nathan Godfrey Best Team Man Jonathan Chislett Most Improved Kane Zeptner Under 21 James Telfer Rising Star Stu Orr 50 Games Cody Kenny 50 Games Jarrod Pyke

A Grade

Best and Fairest A Grade Best and Fairest Best and Fairest RU Coaches Award

Vicky Peters Joyce Takaidza Jessica Finzel Jacqui Sharp

Best and Fairest Best and Fairest RU Coaches Award

Danielle Weir Jessica Hassett Centaine Casserly

Best and Fairest Best and Fairest RU Coaches Award Best and Fairest

Jasmine Humphries Meegan Flavel Kaitlin James Pip Moorehead

Best and Fairest Best and Fairest RU Coaches Award Netball Club Rising Star

Pip Moorehead Rebecca Stacey Paulette Uys Danielle Weir

Netball B Grade Netball White

Netball Red

Basketball Male Most Valuable Player Cody Kenny Basketball Female Most Valuable Player Kasiah Barrand

BELOW: Best and Fairest, Cody Kenny, accepts the award from RDSC President, Jonathan Chislett.

Unveiling of last green

By Millie Thomas The unveiling of the 15th fairway and green and the 16th tee box last Friday has marked the completion of the Roxby Downs Golf Course.

The project was strongly supported by BHP Billiton and numerous local contracting companies. The plaque at the 16th tee box depicts acknowledgement to the volunteers that have spent 22 years getting the course in tip top condition.

Jason Schell, RDGC Patron, said the event was a great example of BHP Billiton’s willingness to support the community of Roxby Downs. “I have been fortunate enough to work with BHP Billiton and URS and Ertech as our contracting partners to provide the new hole and the new green and in recognising all the volunteers who have been here for over 22 years now putting the golf course together,” stated Mr Schell.

He said that BHP Billiton’s involvement in this event is an indication of more community involvement to come.

“It has been a fantastic effort to convert it from all golfing scrapes into greens and over the years the golf course has certainly evolved, but now it’s in a condition that people are attracted to it, major events and championships each year, so this will be another strong point for the town,” he said.

BHP Billiton Asset Manager, Stefan Buys, officially unveiled

the plaque at the hole, and explained what a milestone it was for the RDGC and Roxby Downs. “Being part of the community, we understand that it’s important that we keep our facilities in a good condition,” he said.

“It’s all part of attracting people here to be able to live in a community and live easy in our community.”

He went on to give pointers about tackling the course. “Especially after the rain, it’s very easy playing, just stay on the fairway…If you’re off the fairway, you’re stuck, absolutely stuck.”

President of the Roxby Downs Golf Club, David Pattenden, has been involved with

RDGC for 16 years, so for him, the completion is a reward for effort for both the committee and the volunteers who have put in a lot of time over the years. “We’re very excited obviously,” he said. “It’s a privilege to be part of the club when we do finally finish the last green and complete a fully green course in the middle of the desert.”

RDGC would like to thank all sponsors, BHP Billiton, URS, Ertech, Holcim, ODT, Monadelphous and all volunteers.

Unveiling of last green - Stefan Buys, David Pattenden, Rob Charman and Jason Schell.

Roxby Districts best players rewarded

By Vanessa Switala

T

he Roxby Districts team members dressed to impress and gathered together at the Oasis on Saturday night, September 10, to end the football, basketball and netball season in style.

The evening kicked off with non-vote related football awards then moved onto the netball presentations with Vicky Peters and Joyce Takaidza drawing for the

2011 A Grade Best and Fairest Award.

Jessica Finzel came in to claim the Runner-up Best and Fairest with Danielle Weir winning the club 2011 Rising Star Award.

Cody Kenny was awarded the Most Valuable Player for the Roxby Districts Male Basketball team with Kasiah Barrand winning the Most Valuable Player for the female team.

After dinner the presentations moved on to vote-related football awards announcing

Cody Kenny as the 2011 Best and Fairest with Jarrod Pyke coming in close behind to win the Runner Up Award. Both players were also awarded their 50 games awards on the night.

The Coach’s Award went to Nathan Godfrey and Jonathan Chislett claimed the Best Team Man Award. After a fantastic season, Stuart Orr won the 2011 Rising Star Award.

A great night was had by all players and supporters of the Roxby Districts with 90 people showing up for the event.

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SWITCHED ON! Oval lights switched on for first time

By Vanessa Switala At a free community event held by BHP Billiton and the Roxby Council, the new Roxby Downs Town Oval lights were ‘switched on’ last Friday, September 16.

The whole community was invited to celebrate from 5pm providing something for everyone, from giveaways and sporting activities to fireworks.

The event included come and try sports such as football, soccer, softball and cricket, a massive sandpit, music, bar and canteen facilities, an Olympic Dam inter-departmental touch football game and the official opening of the town oval lights.

South Australian sporting personalities were on hand to help run the come and try sporting sessions including; Ruth Wallace from Adelaide United, Wade Thompson from port Power, Adam Crosswaite from SA Redbacks and Darren Adamson from Port Power organised relays and activities for the smaller children.

Special guests on the night were the President of the West Adelaide Football Club, Paul Spurling and SANFL Commissioner David Shipway.

The Roxby Downs Cricket Association manned the bar while the Roxby Districts Sporting Club took charge of the canteen. The Roxby Downs Scouts also ran a free sausage sizzle for the kids, which was generously donated by Sodexo.

The official opening of the lights was presented

by Stefan Buys, BHP Billiton Olympic Dam Asset President and Bill Boehm, Roxby Downs Council Administrator.

The night opened with surprises with BHP Billiton announcing a new partnership with Roxby Downs Early Learning Community Group to expand into childcare.

“We are very confident this will go a long way in alleviating the childcare shortage in our community, and we’re extremely pleased to partner with the early Learning Community Group to make this happen,” Mr Buys said.

At the official opening of the lights Mr Buys stressed the significant health benefits in enabling people to get out and exercise on the oval, especially in summer when it’s too hot to use the oval during the day.

He said, “I’m sure you’ll all agree that this is a fantastic opportunity, and I think it’s important that we fund projects like this that will not only benefit the sporting community but the town as a whole.”

Mr Buys said, “In addition, the new lights will reduce travelling time and safety issues associated with having to play under lights elsewhere, whilst attracting more spectators and creating a family environment to showcase the many sports we offer in town.”

“I’d like to make special mention of Jason Schell, Mark Lukich and the project management team who have worked tirelessly for many months

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to execute such great community feature. This certainly seemed to be a very smooth, quick project and I congratulate you for making this happen.”

“I’d also like to acknowledge ICE Engineering and Heading Contractors for completing the installation without incident, to budget and schedule,” he added.

Mr Boehm thanked BHP Billiton for delivering the new oval lights and all those involved in the project.

“Sport and Recreation in Roxby Downs is at extremely high participation levels more akin to towns three to four times in size. Improved oval lighting will significantly improve operation of the core traditional sports of football and cricket but also assist the growth and development of soccer, touch football and softball to name a few. Importantly the community does not have to wait for an expansion,” he said.

He added; “Importantly however, new facilities will not by themselves improve the standard of sport. That comes with improved management, training and development. BHPB have the right to expect that we as a community will use this significant financial contribution to achieve this goal.”

The night ended with a bang, providing a fantastic fireworks display and with Mr Buys and Mr Boehm unveiling the plaque documenting the evening.

After the official opening, four BHP Billiton teams from the Mine, HSEC, Services and Surface took to the field under the new lights in a touch football competition which saw the Mine team victories in the final.

Mr Buys said, “It was a fantastic family event, with at least 1,500 people coming along to share in the celebrations. There was a real community atmosphere and it was great to see so many children running around having a great time on the oval.”

“The fireworks were awesome and it was great to see the new lights officially turned on just after 7pm- they certainly provide much better luminescence and I’m sure will be enjoyed by the community, especially with the summer heat just around the corner,” he added.

Earlier this year, BHP Billiton generously

Bill Boehm and Stefan Buys at the grand opening of the new Town Oval lights. donated $1.295 million towards the project.

The much anticipated new lights, funded by BHP Billiton, will greatly improve luminance levels for sports training, matches and community events, and will illuminate the oval well in time for summer as the project was completed well before scheduled.

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The first official game to be played under the lights will be a 20/20 cricket match on October 8, 2011.

A big thanks to Michael Esposito and the Roxby Leisure crew who helped organise the event, as well as Greyhound who donated a bus service from Olympic Village to the oval and back.

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