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Roleystone Community Youth Workers Joyce Arnott Mob: 0408 956 559 or Stuart Hight Email: youth@roleycommunitychurch.org Roleystone Badminton Trudie 9397 6920 Roley Hall Tue 9.15-11am Wed 7.30-9.30pm Roleystone Girls’ Brigade Yvonne Waddell 9397 5153 Roleystone Girl Guides 4.30pm For girls 7-up Roxy Devlin 0412 657 166 RK Snr Cricket Club Graham Fuller (Pres) 0400 195 061, email: info@ roleystonekarragullencc.com.au, web: roleystonekarragullencc.com.au RK Jnr Cricket Club Tim Clarke (Pres & Sec) 9397 7313, Alan Smit 0410 924 502 (in2CRICKET co-ordinator) www.rkjcc.org Roleystone Jnr Football Club Adam Hancock (Pres) 0429 353 019, Connie Saffioti (Reg) 9397 5191 www.rjfc.org.au Roleystone Snr Football Club Matthew Walkley (Pres) 0430 509 441, Lisa Casotti (Sec) 0400 980 116 www.roleystonessfc.org.au Roleystone Gymnastics Nicole Smith (Admin) 9496 1484 Email: roleystonegymnastics@hotmail.com, www.roleystonegymnastics.myclub.org.au Roleystone Womens Hockey Sue 9398 7426 Helen 9397 5939, 0438 923 477 Roleystone Tee-Ball & Baseball Club Inc. Sandy Johnson (Pres) 0419 875 277, Tanya Taylor (Reg) 0409 112 373 Organic Growers Assoc. meets 2nd Wednesday of the month Lisa 9399 2312 Roleystone Redback’s Little Athletics Club Boys & Girls U5-U17’s Train Mon & Wed 4.30pm - 5.30pm at RCC, Julie Jackson (Sec) 9496 0559 Roleystone Community Church 1 Croyden Rd Roleystone Minister David Bardsley Wk: 9397 5955 Hm: 9397 9303 Roleystone Schools P&C Amy Boughton (Sec) 9397 5559 1st Roleystone Scout Grp Karragullen Hall, Neil Munslow-Davies 9496 1998, Mark Thompson 9397 9185 St Christopher’s Anglican Church 9293 8273 Vishrant Buddhist Society weekly buddhist teaching meetings, for more info contact Dakini Williams 0438 831 883, email: dakini@vishrant.org or visit www.vishrant.org Community Garden Forum & Men’s Shed For more info call Chris Johnston 6396 0756 Child Health Nurse Thurs & Fri by appointment 9397 5813 Kalamunda District Bridge Club Weekly Day & Evening Sessions, Garth Scotford 9296 1497, kdbclub@bigpond.com Alcoholics Anonymous Meet every Sat at 7pm 9325 3566 Australian Sewing Guild Southern Hills Neighbourhood Grp meet 2nd Sun of the mth, Karen Anderson 9354 7806 Patchwork Quilting Friendship Days Lyn 9397 5207 The Rivercare Group Pat Hart 9496 1634 Armadale-Kelmscott Swimming Club info@akswimclub.org.au, Patty Blackwell (Pres) 9497 8197 (8am - 8pm) The House of Bamboo Carol 9397 7679 City of Armadale - Roleystone Ward Councillors Caroline Wielinga 0488 900 307, Cr.CWielinga@armadale.wa.gov.au, Grant Nixon 0418 449 611, grandem@iinet.net.au Roleystone Netball Club Kristy Hodges (President) 0447 044 412, Sharlene Warnes (Registrar/Secretary) 9496 0452 Roleystone & Districts Basketball Registration open for all ages from 5.7.13. For Enquiries please contact Chris Webb 0414 166 401, Kirk Allnutt 0423 433 449 Darling Range Wildlife Shelter Hayward Rd Martin 9394 0885 Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre 9291 3900 Kanyana provides advice & assistance 24hrs a day, 7 days a week DEC’s Department of Environment and Conservation WildCare Hotline 9474 9055. WildCare helpline for sick, injured or orphaned native wildlife operates 24hrs a day, 7 days a week, diverting to after hours numbers at nights & weekends, to provide immediate assistance Art Classes RNFC Mon-Tues & Thur 9496 1115 www.roleyfamilycentre.com.au Landscape Painting Tues 6.30-9.30pm Ian 9496 0034 Roleystone Lawn Bowls Gerry Chapman (Pres) 9397 5730 ISADD Intervention Services for Autism & Dev Delay Darryl Cooper 9397 5970 Kelm History Grp Congregational Church Rundle St Kelm Colleen 9495 4963 National Seniors Armadale Branch meet on the 1st Thurs of the mth RSL Hall Commerce Ave Armadale 10-12noon. Lots of interesting speakers all old & new members welcome.Ph: 9397 5880, 9390 2230 Hants & Dorset Social Club Iris Milton 9397 5449 Cat Sterilisation Society 9397 5062 9-4pm Mon-Wed Parents Without Partners Foothills Branch, Weekly Activities organised, Greg 0402 252 230, Marylena 0422 108 711 Bushfire Ready Groups Bedfordale-Ian Thompson 9399 3006, Kelmscott Hills-Peter Jago 0439 997 373, Roleystone-Chris Cairns 0417 983 019, Robert Littmann 0427 977 190, Craig Popperwell 0438 904 485 Black Cockatoo Preservation Society Wildlife Assistance call Louise Hopper 9390 2288 or email: louise@kaarakin.com Armadale Reptile Centre 308 South Western Hwy Wungong Ph: 9399 6927 Unplugged Acoustic Folk Roots & Blues Mel Young 9399 8493 Roleystone Child Health Centre 19 Wygonda Rd Thurs 11.30-12.30pm Ph: 9397 5813
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YOUR Region. YOUR Magazine. YOUR Valley Reporter. Our front cover features the ‘Coffee with a Cop’ event that was held recently at our very own Roleystone Shopping Centre. I must say personally it was comforting to see the police out in force and judging by feedback, there may be more of it. Read the article on page 10. The change of the seasons means it’s registration time for local summer sports. See inside for details from our local cricket and teeball clubs. Show your support by getting along and shouting for a team. Step Out and Discover Tours will take you on a journey through Armadale’s rich past and culture, before moving forward to explore the exciting developments happening now. Next Stop Armadale Tour is now taking bookings. Go to page 9 for further details. Looking for something different to do? Why not
try a special one-day workshop in the Perth Hills. Discover the magic of dying your very own indigo t-shirt or scarf. Textile artist Charlene O’Brien will tutor the workshop. Need to know more, go to page 17 for registration details. Read how a local nineyear-old boy came to the rescue for the Darling Range Wildlife Shelter. The staff from DRWS were so overwhelmed by his generosity. Read all about it on page 22. Are you after a challenge? The Gibb Challenge is an annual 700-kilometre socially competitive team relay mountain bike event that raises community awareness and funds for charity. Want to be apart of it? Read this month’s article by local resident Simon Rimmer on page 24. Over 100,000 native plant seedlings hit the ground
on a 34-hectare site at Whiteman Park thanks to the ‘Men of the Trees’ organisation in attempt to smash a Guinness Record. The core mission of Men of the Trees has always been to engage with the community to grow and plant trees. That mission was well and truly accomplished. Read the full story on page 25. Please show your support by shopping smart and shopping local at Armadale Mower World, Lee Jefferies (ENJO), PB Bathroom Renovations, Pioneer Village School, Four Seasons Gutter Protection, MiniTrax Excavators, Celeb Teeth Whitening, Dog Lovers Dog Wash, Fiona Slaney Nottle (The Missing Piece Counselling Practice) and The Manse Restaurant. Fiona Newland, Editor and Publisher.
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You are invited to the Armadale Meditation Group being referred for health reasons including stress. Monks from the Bodhinyana Buddhist Monastery in Serpentine are our main teachers for nine months of the year. For the other three months, (usually mid-July to mid-October), we have a collection of other Buddhist lay people teaching, and run a special four week beginner’s meditation course. The Community Health Building is easy to find. Go in the Armadale Health Campus entrance off Albany Highway. Once through the gates, turn immediately right. Community Health is the first small brick building immediately on the right. Go in through the main doors and turn left, there will be someone there to greet you. There is free car parking, in a well-lit car park, right outside. Please take off your shoes before entering the room but otherwise it is a normal seminar room. There is no need to bring anything. You do not need to book in, just turn up by 6.50pm. For more information, please visit armadale@bswa.org and www.dhammaloka.org.au/ armadale-group.html or call 9390 1888. Rachel Green, Coordinator.
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If you would like to meditate, reduce stress or anxiety and find greater levels of calm and peace, you are welcome to join the Armadale Meditation Group. For over 25 years, we have taught people how to meditate in a relaxed environment where you don’t have to sit cross-legged on the floor – chairs are provided and it is completely free. The group meets every Tuesday evening throughout the year from 7.00pm to 8.40pm at the Community Health Building, Armadale Health Campus. Doors are locked after 7.00pm and late arrivals are not usually admitted. Throughout July and October 2014, the Armadale Meditation Group will be running a number of special beginner’s meditation courses. Each course is spread over four Tuesday evenings with the same teacher. The first series taught by Rachel Green focused on using meditation to reduce stress and anxiety, and ended on the 12th of August. The second series taught by Sister Hue Can from the Vietnamese Zen Buddhist tradition will focus on breath meditation. This course started on the 19th of August and continues on the 26th of August, 2nd and 9th of September. The third and final series taught by Rachel Green will focus on metta – loving kindness meditation. Ideal for beginners and more advanced meditators, it starts on the 16th of September and continues on the 23rd and 30th September and the 7th of October. We are run by the Buddhist Society of Western Australia. Around 50 people from all backgrounds attend, including men and women, young and old, Christian, Atheist and Buddhist. Several people attend after
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Selection in the West Australian Amateur Football League State Colts Former Roleystone Junior Football Club player Ben Horsman was recently selected to play for the West Australian Amateur Football League State Colts team. Ben played 148 games for RJFC, starting in Auskick before
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Perth Falcons, from which he was selected to represent the WAAFL State Colts. The WAAFL Colts Team played two games, the first against the State 16’s team, and the second game against the WA Country Colts team, played at Pattersons Stadium as a curtain raiser before the West Coast Eagles vs Gold Coast Suns game. Ben said that the experience of playing at Pattersons Stadium prior to an AFL game was something he will always remember.
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Submissions are to the Board not the City should residents wish to comment, the Council’s direction on the matter will become public shortly after its July meeting, please contact the City for details. The Karragullen Quarry is recommended for continued operation for a further 5 years with a plethora of Management Plans (Dust, Revegetation, Noise, Weeds, Dieback, Stormwater, Soil and Erosion to be audited annually) and 10m northern 100m western buffers to be fenced and revegetated as per the new revised site plan, 22 July 2014. The Urban Forest Strategy was finally adopted by Council and is a vision for predominantly the City’s more densely urban areas (eg. west of Kelmscott and Armadale) to maintain and improve tree presence. Some areas require street tree infill and some development areas could be improved with additional tree amenity. I attended the recent Planning Institute of Australia conference in Perth with the theme of “making Spaces into Places”. Essentially this is about making some areas nicer and more liveable – not an issue for Roleystone exactly, but pertinent to the large focus areas of the Armadale and Kelmscott CBD’s. It is really about access (pedestrian / bicycle), amenity (trees / art / seats) and activation (shops / libraries / parks / café dining) – these things will bring people together in a positive way and the City is aiming for these outcomes.” Disclaimer - These are the views and understanding of Cr Wielinga, for further details contact the City.
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Welcome to the Roleystone-Karragullen Junior Cricket Club 2014-15 cricket season. When it comes to turning healthy young boys and girls into fine young men and women, cricket is the sport of choice. It combines teamwork with patience, concentration, coordination, physical exercise and competition, all in the great Australian outdoors. Players from past seasons should have received an invitation to register for the coming season. New player registrations were held at Roleystone IGA on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 August. However, if you missed out, there is still time to register your child for the upcoming season. Please note that new players will have to provide a copy of their birth certificate to confirm their age. Our coaches are available for consultation and encourage new players to join in. We are looking to field teams in the age groups of U10’s through to U16’s. The ln2CRICKET and T20 Blast programs will also be running for all 5 to 8 year olds. Enquiries can be directed to Junior Coordinator Tim Clarke on 0417 984 160 or email enquiries to clarke.tim@bigpond.com. Roleystone-Karragullen Junior Cricket Club has a SUNSMART policy. All players must wear a hat and apply sunscreen.
Lions Clubs International began in the USA in 1917 with community service as its primary aim. Its stated objectives include funding and serving the civic, cultural, social and moral welfare of the community; assisting financially, culturally, socially and morally the handicapped, disadvantaged and infirm of the community both directly and indirectly; encouraging service minded people to serve their community without personal financial reward, and to encourage efficiency and promote high ethical standards in commerce, industry, professions, public works and private endeavours. Lions Club is a secular organisation open to all persons, with over 1.3 million members in more than 200 countries and geographical areas in the world. There are currently 1,400 clubs in Australia and approximately 30,000 active members. The Armadale-Kelmscott Lions Club Inc. was formed in July 1971. We meet twice monthly on a Tuesday evening at Greendale Hall, Armadale, to discuss and decide business affairs. We also socialise with guest speakers, inter club visits, or visits to other organisations. The Club raises funds with a weekly Thursday night bingo at Armadale Hall. We also sell sausage sizzles at local events, the well known Lions Christmas Cakes, Lions Mints and sheep manure. Each year we donate money to many local causes including the Lions Cancer Institute, Lions Eye Research Centre, and Lions Kidney Foundation. We also support the Lions Hearing Dog program, which has placed two dogs into local homes. Community activities include our Christmas Sleigh run through the streets, provision of awards to teacher-nominated year 7 students at all local primary schools, sponsoring children in the annual Lions Children of Courage awards, donating to local hospitals, and participating in Youth Exchange Student programs with other countries. The club always comes to the fore in any local disaster or emergency situation, both physically and financially, drawing from our own Club funds, Lions Australia funds or Lions International disaster funds. This was highlighted after the Roleystone-Kelmscott bushfires, where Lions were actively involved from the start of the recovery stage. We also donated to the Margaret River bushfire appeal in that year. However, we simply need more members, or registered helpers, to enable us to serve our surrounding community. Every year we respond to many requests for help from organisations and individuals, but we need help to raise the needed funds. If you are interested in lending a hand, please call President Kevin Barratt on 0429 433 643, Membership Chairperson Phil Chinnery on 0428 420 275, or Don Coopes on 0417 778 551. You can also visit http:// armadalekelmscott.wa.lions.org.au/news for further information.
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On the 27th of July, the Major Sponsor Roleystone Netball Club had 3 teams participating in the Kalamunda Districts Netball Association 12’s and Under carnival. An awesome amount of fun was had by everyone who participated on the day, as you can see in the photographs. On the 2nd of August, our annual sausage sizzle/cake stall was held. Once again, our families have done themselves proud with all the help they offered, and all the delicious treats that kept coming as the day progressed. The day itself was a fantastic success, and as usual the support from all out there was phenomenal. Although we acknowledged their win in the 13’s and Over carnival in the last edition of the Valley Reporter, our Under 17’s were waiting 1. for their trophies to arrive. They’re very proud to be able to show them off now. We are getting to the pointy end of the season now, with only two rounds left. Good luck to all our teams fighting for a spot in the final 4 in their division. Come on families, let’s support all our girls at this crucial time, and 2. help get the teams over the finish line and into the finals. Don’t forget our wind-up coming up later in September! You can get more details from your coaches in the coming weeks. For all enquiries, contact Club Registrar / Secretary Sharlene Warnes at roleystonenetball@ hotmail.com, or visit our website roleystonenetballclub. wa.netball.com.au. 3. 1: Net Set Go girls from Roley Yellow. 2: Under 17’s Back Row (L-R): Sophie, Jaime, Kim, Heidi, Anna and Kate (umpire). Seated (L-R): Selena, Courtney and Tina. 3: A happy group snap-shot of the Net Set Go girls from Roley Yellow, and the older girls from Roley Ravens, Roley White and our KDNA Under 12 Roley 4. girls messing around on the play equipment. 4: A happy snap of Imogen (Roley Yellow) surrounded by Heidi, Kim, Kate W and Kate T, helping out at the cake stall.
JUST SKIPS Brixton Street Wetlands Fun with fungi Saturday 16 August, 9.30am - 11am Join Roz Hart from the WA Naturalist Club and discover the relationship between fungi and plants. Meet at the end of Alton Street, Kenwick. Morning tea is provided. Flora walk Saturday 20 September, 9am - 11am Enjoy a guided walk with botanists Bronwen and Greg Keighery. Be amazed by the number of species in this important remnant of bushland. After the walk join the Friends Group for morning tea and displays. Ellis Brook Valley Nature rambles Saturday 6 September, 9am - 11.30am Enjoy a guided walk through Ellis Brook Valley with naturalist Marc Lane and experience a spectacular bush reserve. Each walk allows you to discover new wildflowers and local birds, insects and animals. Meet at Darling Range Wildlife Shelter at the east end of Hayward Road. Mary Carroll Park Breakfast with birds: Sunday 28 September, 7.30am - 10am Wander around a seasonal wetland and discover waterbirds feeding, mating and nesting. Observe chicks on nests then enjoy a healthy breakfast listening to the chorus of bush birds. Be eco ready; • bring wet wether gear • wear comfortable, sturdy footwear • bring a hat and sunscreen for day walks • bring a torch and insect repellent for night walks • binoculars supplied. Bookings are essential on 9397 3111. For more information visit www.gosnells.wa.gov.au/events.
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Next Stop Armadale Tour is now taking bookings! This is a new two-hour walking tour where you will learn about the original landowners, European settlement, convicts and characters of the Armadale region, and much more! The Next Stop Armadale - Step Out and Discover Tour will take you on a journey through the area’s rich past and culture, before moving forward to explore the exciting developments happening now. Sightseers will commence the tour at the Armadale Visitor Centre, then go out to find points of interest, where they’ll learn about some of the area’s fascinating history. Your friendly local guide will also offer anecdotal information on diverse ‘characters’ from the past, bringing the history of Armadale alive! We are having an introductory special on tours this month, so that the tour costs $10 per adult, $8 per person for seniors and students, $5 per child from 3 to 12 years of age, and any child under the age of 3 can get in for free. The cost of the tour will include provision of coffee and a slice of cake. The tour runs daily, except on Public Holidays. Bookings are essential, so get in quick!
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Authors Rachael Johns and Fiona Palmer visit the Knowledge Centre Popular rural romance authors will share their love of writing and rural life in the outback and small sleepy towns. Date: Saturday 27 September 2014 Time: 10.30am - 11.30am Venue: Knowledge Centre, 2232D Albany Highway Gosnells Refreshments will be provided and bookings are essential. For details visit www.gosnells.wa.gov.au or call 9391 6000 to secure your booking.
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The Armadale local Policing team would like to thank the members of the community who attended the new “Coffee with a Cop” events on Tuesdays the 22nd and 29th of July. These were several trials of what will hopefully become a regular gathering of citizens and police workers from the Armadale area, in order to encourage local community engagement and communication. The first event, held on the 22nd of July at the Haynes Shopping Centre, was a great success, with community members meeting local Police and officers from the Police Mounted Section, and discussing issues and concerns within their suburbs. The officers enjoyed listening to your opinions, and talking about how they can assist you to address and resolve these problems. A special “Thank You” to Lava Carts Café and Brumby’s Bakery for their generosity and hospitality. As a result of the first successful event, it was decided that it would become a weekly gathering at different venues, with the aim of rotating through different suburbs within the Armadale area. The next “Coffee with a Cop” event was held on the following Tuesday, the 29th, at the Roleystone Shopping Centre, from 8:00am to 10:00am. Thanks again to all those who turned out, including the crew from Channel Nine News, who made a report on the gathering. Two more “Coffee with a Cop” events quickly followed, on Tuesday the 5th, at Memorial Park Coffee
Emporium in Armadale, and on Tuesday the 12th, at Crossway Community Cafe in Kelmscott. Just a few weeks into the concept, and we are already seeing how well it is working for the Armadale local Policing teams. We have had excellent results thanks to information received from the public, including a search warrant which helped to uncover stolen property, drugs, and a stolen firearm. The Armadale local Policing teams are proactive in engaging our local community. We are aware of the requests from some of you to hold one on a weekend, as many of you work during the week, and we are looking into it. However, since we need to ensure we have sufficient staff available, Tuesday is still currently our chosen option. Armadale Police want you to pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee and get to know your local police. Ask questions, tell us about your neighbourhood or share your concerns. We don’t bite, so don’t be shy! We look forward to learning more about your part of town! For further information, please contact the Armadale Police Station during normal business hours on 9399 0222, or email ArmadaleLPT@police.wa.gov.au. You can also go the South East Metro District WA Police Facebook site, www.facebook.com/ wapolsemetro. L-R: PC Salinas Gonzalez, PC Duke, Snr Sgt Tobiassen, Sgt Primmer, 1/c JonesM and PC Maiolo.
Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 NEWS RELEASE Gosnells Indecent Assault Armadale Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in their investigation into an indecent assault that occurred on Friday, 18 July 2014. At about 6:10pm, a 38 year old woman was walking her dog in a westerly direction along Homestead Road in Gosnells. As she passed John Okey Davis Park, she noticed a man walking towards her. As the man started to pass her he suddenly grabbed her and indecently assaulted her, before he continued walking in an easterly direction. The man is described as being in his mid to late twenties, fair skinned, approximately 180cms tall with a slim build.
He was wearing a dark black hooded jumper, red shorts and dark socks. Police would like to speak with anyone who was in the area around the time of the incident who may have seen the man or anyone acting suspiciously. Anyone with any information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and quote reference number 7201. This is a timely reminder for everyone to be mindful of their surroundings at all times. Various safety tips can be found on the police website under Your Safety at www. police.wa.gov.au. Ref: www.facebook.com/WA.Police. Published on Wednesday, 30 July 2014.
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By Dr Judith Congrene BSC BVMS CVA As a local mobile vet, I visit animals on rural and residential properties between Serpentine and Pickering Brook. In recent times I have observed residents who are concerned about evacuating themselves and their animals in the event of a fire. These residents live in heavily wooded bushland environments where the gradients of the land are very steep, facilitating very rapid spread of a fire attack, and greatly increasing the difficulties of defending a fire. Residents need to plan for an emergency. It may only be a matter of minutes, and there is no time to find out from DFES where to go when the roads are closed and movement is hazardous due to smoke and road congestion. A small group of animal-owning residents recently gathered at Lot 108 Springfield Road, Bedfordale, to discuss the value of this public open space as an evacuation area for families, vehicles, and animals. Residents also confirmed that their mobile phone reception was better in the public space compared to their own homes. Communication saves lives, and the findings of Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission (VBRC) 2009 state that neighbourhood safe places are a very important element to bushfire safety policy as they provide much needed shelter. There is a long list of reasons as to why this
land is vital for our safety. It provides a cleared, flat ground for residents to congregate with their families and animals with enough distance from trees and access to Albany Highway. It is therefore irresponsible of Armadale Council to ignore the findings of reviews related to recent bushfires in WA and Victoria, and remove an established safety area for our community. This area is worth more to the residents than the dollar value being sought by the Council. The State Planning commission have guidelines for determining those areas that are most vulnerable to bushfire and therefore where development should not be recommended. Photographs courtesy of Jude Keatley.
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Former Roleystone Theatre performer Breeahn Jones is helping deliver a fascinating insight into the wives and lovers of Pablo Picasso this August. Written by Brian McAvera and presented by Blak Yak Theatre at Chrissie Parrott Arts, Picasso’s Women is a collection of eight honest, brutal, erotic and humorous monologues. The 2000 play allows the women to give their point of view and uncover their buried histories while relating their lives to Picasso’s art. Jones is appearing as Marie-Therese Walter, who was 17 when she became one of Picasso’s mistresses. “He was in his 40s and, by all accounts, spent most of her life in love with him, even after Picasso had moved on,” she said. “She even bore his child but had to put ‘father unknown’ on the birth certificate. “Marie-Therese eventually killed herself not long after Picasso’s death demonstrating that, even after they had been parted for years, she was still devoted to him.” The main challenge for Jones is learning the lengthy monologue. “Learning lines is always difficult but when it’s just yourself on stage you have to make sure you know the script inside out,” she said. “Engaging the audience is also a massive challenge to ensure the performance is interesting.” Involved in the performing arts since primary school, Jones has appeared in numerous productions with Stirling, Roleystone, Limelight, Marloo, Kwinana and Melville Theatres, the MS Society,
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Playlovers and the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of WA. In 2011, she was named best female musical theatre performer at the annual Finley Awards for her role in Side Show and received a best actress in a play nomination for The Rise and Fall of Little Voice in 2013. “As someone who does mostly musical theatre, Picasso’s Women appealed because it’s a chance to do some ‘straight’ acting and perform a lengthy monologue, which is something I haven’t had to do on stage before,” she said. “The untold stories of these women were also something that attracted me – I knew of Picasso but very little of the women in his life. I’m sure the public will be the same and some opinions of the artist may be changed after hearing these stories.” Kimberley Shaw, director of Jones’ monologue, said she felt compelled to be involved with Picasso’s Women. “I was a founding member of Blak Yak Theatre and this show celebrates the theatre’s 20th anniversary,” she said. “It’s unusual outside of a musical to direct with other people. Needing to work within boundaries, on a shared setting with a shared artistic vision, is a new and different experience for me. “Luckily, I have a great working relationship with Breeahn – I have directed her five times before and have faith in her talents, dedication and ability.” Picasso’s Women plays at 7.30pm August 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29 and 30 with four of the eight monologues each night. Tickets are $25, $22 concession and $40 for a double ticket (covering the eight monologues over two nights) – book through www.trybooking.com. Chrissie Parrott Arts is at 4 Sussex Street, Maylands.
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Former Roleystone Theatre performer Breeahn Jones, left, Nadia Collins and Sherryl Spencer are the playing different wives, lovers and muses of Pablo Picasso in Picasso’s Women. Picture: Michael McAllan.
Low income households urged to take part in electricity trial To find out more information or volunteer for the trial contact the Switched on Homes Program Coordinator on 9397 3207 or visit www.switchyourthinking.com.au/switched-on-homes/
electricity feedback during the trial. Eligible volunteers must live in the City of Armadale, City of Gosnells or Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, have a mobile phone that can receive SMS messages, have a household income less than $51,000 a year and have lived in their current house since January 2014. The City of Armadale, City of Gosnells and Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale are urging residents to sign up for this trial before September. Eligible participants will receive $150 of Woolworths vouchers for their efforts. The trial is provided at no cost to participants through project partners and the Australian Government’s Low Income Energy Efficiency Program. Homes connected to three phase power or public housing homes are unable to take part in this trial.
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Registrations are now open for the 2014-15 Roleystone Tee-ball and Baseball season, so come along and have a chat with one of our committee members who will be happy to answer any questions (new players please bring along your Birth Certificate). Registration dates at Roleystone Shopping Centre: Friday 22 August from 3.30 pm – 5 pm. Sunday 24 August from 11 am – 1 pm. Meet the Coach Day at Sprigdale Oval Roleystone: Saturday 13 September at 10am. All new registrations will receive a welcome pack containing a mitt, ball, bag and a few other goodies. Depending on the number of registrations and available coaches, scorers and umpires, we are also hoping to field Little League and Junior League Baseball teams. We would like to encourage parents to be active with their children at games and training. Without volunteer help, games cannot be played. We have an enthusiastic committee so you will have lots of support along the way. If you wish to learn A group of passionate students from the Forrestfield Primary School Talented And Gifted Students Art Program (TAGS) will have their artwork on show in their firstever professional group exhibition “Making A Mark” being held at the Zig Zag Gallery, officially opening on Thursday 28 August 2014 at 6.00pm. For this new and exciting exhibition each student has made a painting, an etching and a multi-coloured lino print. Students have been asked to create works that connect with their audience at an emotional level, and have done this through the use of colour, contrast of dark and light and their chosen subject matter. CEO Rhonda Hardy said, “The Zig Zag Gallery is delighted to host the professional exhibition of the Forrestfield Primary TAGS Program, helping to support and encourage emerging young artists in the Shire.” “TAGS students study in a rich learning environment that challenges and stimulates their learning and we look forward to viewing the creative range of artwork that will be unveiled.” Students involved in the TAGS exhibition have been meeting once
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a week for an hour and a half to engage in different challenging art projects. Art Teacher Robert Gear said, “Making a Mark is a wonderful opportunity for these young aspiring artists to exhibit their work within a real gallery context.” “The experience will give them a richer understanding of what it means to be an artist, enabling them to be involved in the complete process of creating, executing and selling their artwork and how their artwork is ultimately received by an audience.” Please join us for the opening of Making A Mark which will continue until 1 September 2014. The Centre is situated in the ‘Kalamunda Cultural Precinct’ and is located in between the Kalamunda Library and the Kalamunda History Village, 50 Railway Road Kalamunda. For further information call on 9257 9998. Ref: www.zzcc.com.au. Posted: 29th July 2014.
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The City of Armadale, City of Gosnells and Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale are urging low income households to register for the ground-breaking Switched on Homes electricity trial commencing in 2015. The program is the first in Western Australia to monitor energy use in low income households in real time. Results from the study will be used by the Councils to provide feedback to the government on the electricity needs of Western Australian households at a time when electricity charges have spiked with yet another increase of 4.5 per cent per unit from 1 July 2014. The trial requires participants to complete a telephone survey in 2014, receive one text message per week in 2015, and then complete another telephone survey in 2016. A qualified electrician will fit participating homes with a metering device that gives
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Mosaic Workshop Come and make a beautiful, funky flower pot, house number or stepping stone for your home or garden out of tiles, old ceramic plates, glass and wish stones. You can choose one of many designs for your project or create your own from scratch. Start collecting any gorgeous plates or tiles you would like to add to your design. The cost is $25pp + $15 Materials. The workshop will be held on 3 September from 11:30am - 2:30pm. Rest, Restore & Replenish Meditation You give so much of yourself every day - to your family, to your friends and to your colleagues. As much as you love to give, you often neglect yourself. Are you tired and distressed? Do you run out of energy and feel drained or resentful? This can be easily remedied with simple yet powerful and effective practises that help you manage your energy. These processes take very little time out of your busy day, but the difference they make is valuable beyond measure. In this course, you will learn how to replenish, restore and relax yourself. Each week you will be given more tools to release stress, keep balanced and maintain healthy energy levels. Remember that when you are full, you are able to be more present, more loving and more available to those you love. The cost is $120 for 4 weeks. The classes take place every Wednesday from 3 September - 24th September, 10am - 12pm.
Soy Candle-making Workshop Bring the warmth of soy wax scented candles into your life and feel uplifted and renewed. Making your own candle is easier than you may think, and you will leave this class with some beautiful creations that infuse your home with a fragrance of your choice. The candles are environmentally friendly and non-toxic. You can make gifts for your friends and family or deservedly treat yourself. The cost is $20 + $25 Materials. The classes will be held on 16 September from 1pm – 3pm, and 16 September 6pm – 8pm.
Natural Soap Making Workshop Join us and make some beautiful cold pressed method soaps. This is an introduction to the old fashioned cold pressed method of soap making, except we don’t use animal fats. Previous soap-makers are welcome to make that yearly supply of natural soaps. They are beautiful as personalised handcrafted gifts for family and friends, or you can sell them at the school fete as a fundraiser! The options are endless. You will take home approximately 25 soaps for you to enjoy or give away as gifts. The cost is $25pp (including booklet) + $30 Materials. The workshops will be held on 26 September from 11.30am – 2.30pm, 26 September from 6pm – 9pm, and 27 September from 9am – 12pm.
Yoga and Pilates Yoga is known for its many benefits, from reducing tension and anxiety, to improving agility and generating physical vitality. Combining traditional asana, breathing and meditation techniques, these classes are for beginners and those more experienced alike. The tutor is Margie Tate. Classes take place every Monday morning from 11am – 12pm (crèche available for $5), and every Tuesday evening from 6.30pm – 7.30pm. Pilates is a unique conditioning program aimed at balancing the body as a whole - in mind, body, posture, alignment, strength, flexibility and co-ordination. Our aim is to give you a perfectly balanced and effective mat core workout. You will learn to use Therabands, Foam Rollers, Weighted Medicine Balls, Light Hand or Leg Weights, Fitness Circles, Large Swiss Balls and the very latest piece of equipment Gym Stick Core Pilates, which mimics the reformer or Cadillac giving similar results you would get in the studio. The cost is $13 per session. Classes are held every Monday from 9.30am – 10.30am (crèche available for $5), and every Friday from 9am – 10am. Please bring your mat, water bottle and correct money to each class.
National Tree Planting Day Day attracted just 10 volunteers at the Seville Grove reserve in 2012. However, just like the seedlings, the number of volunteers continues to grow each year with Seville Grove reserve the primary beneficiary. Photographs courtesy of Matt Devlin.
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The National Tree Planting Day took place on Saturday 26 July 2014. Despite the wet and wild weather, 35 committed City of Armadale residents and Westfield Scouts generously volunteered their time at a community planting session in Seville Grove. Over the past two years, the Seville Grove reserve has undergone a huge transformation. From an open space abused by motorbikes and rubbish dumping, it has evolved into an attractive and welcoming reserve. More than 10,000 native seedlings have been planted in and around a newly constructed wetland aimed at reconnecting the river and its natural flood plain. The planting continued on the day with volunteers’ infilling native seedlings to encourage native fauna to grow back in the area. The Armadale / Kelmscott Lions Club rewarded the hard-working volunteers with some delicious pancakes at the end of a wet morning. The National Tree Planting Day was coordinated by the City of Armadale and supported by Armadale Gosnells Landcare Group (AGLG). “Planting at Riverside Reserve assists with AGLG’s ongoing work revegetating and restoring the natural environment across bush and river foreshore sites in the Cities of Armadale and Gosnells,” said Mayor Henry Zelones. The National Tree Planting
Do you suffer from frequent sleeplessness?
Have adverse or demanding circumstances left you feeling mentally or emotionally strained? If you answered “Yes” to one of these questions, you may very well benefit from attending nutritionist Pam Bailey’s “Stress and Insomnia – What’s the Connection?” workshop. This workshop will teach you about the causes and types of insomnia, about the sleep cycle, sleep apnoea, symptoms of stress, and how it affects the body (particularly in relation to sleep). You will be shown how stress affects your ability to enjoy a restful sleep, and how to sleep soundly using food and lifestyle strategies and natural nutritional medicine, which can relieve stress and insomnia. There will be free healthy recipes available, as well as a door prize and refreshments. Originally scheduled for April, the workshop has been postponed to Wednesday the 10th of September, 2014. It will run from 7:00pm to 8:30pm at the Roleystone Family Centre, 19 Wygonda Road, Roleystone. The cost is $30 per person, and payment is required at the time of booking. Bookings are essential, so get in quick! For details on how to book your place at this insightful workshop, please visitwww.nutrition-in-balance-perth.com.
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Kelmscott Senior High School alumnus Lynda Hunt, who also lived in Kelmscott and Forrest Lakes for 30 years, is appearing in a love story from one of the most widely-read writers of all time at Limelight Theatre this August. Adapted from the Jane Austen novel by Jon Jory and directed by Elinor King, “Pride and Prejudice” features all the wit and romance of the 1813 classic, channelled into a refreshingly fast-paced and engaging stage version. Elizabeth Bennet is a complex young woman who doesn’t think marriage is an urgent priority, despite her four sisters, overzealous matchmaking mother and a string of unsuitable suitors. When she meets Mr Darcy, she’s sure that she despises him - but after numerous battles of wits, she finds her entire world upside down as the enigmatic man seems more and more appealing. Hunt plays Lady Catherine De Burgh, a woman who is rich beyond belief. “She’s not a very nice person at all, and is used to people bowing and scraping to her,” she said. “Elizabeth refuses to kowtow to her, and the tension between them rises. I get to be very nasty in this part, and thoroughly enjoy doing it – it’s so nice to be nasty and not get into trouble for it. The main challenge is maintaining the posture for the role because it’s so difficult to keep your body stiff. I also have to be conscious of projecting my voice without yelling, especially
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given I’m very cross with Elizabeth most of the time. Then again, coming from a family of eight children, it’s easy for me to talk loudly.” “Pride and Prejudice” appealed to Hunt simply because she has always loved Jane Austen’s books. “But until I got this part, I had never seen any of the movies based on the book,” she said. “I love to use my own imagination to conjure up images of what I think the characters would look like.” Director Elinor King describes “Pride and Prejudice” as the original romantic comedy. “Boy meets girl and they dislike each other immediately, but over the course of a year they realise just how wrong first impressions can be,” she said. “Even though it’s set in the 19th century, it’s a timeless tale that’s just as relevant today as it was in 1813. I have loved ‘Pride and Prejudice’ ever since watching the BBC version as a child, and have always wanted to see it on stage. Although there are plenty of talented female actresses in Perth, there doesn’t seem to be a lot of shows with strong roles for younger women, so I decided to change that.” “Pride and Prejudice” will play at 8:00pm on August 7th, 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd. Tickets are $21 for adults, $18 for concession and $16 for children. To book, call 9571 8591 between 9:00am and midday, from Monday to Friday, or go to www.limelighttheatre. com. Limelight Theatre is located on Civic Drive, Wanneroo.
The complex young woman Elizabeth Bennet (Natasha Stiven) with the housekeeper (Bev Bennett, left) and Lady Catherine (Kelmscott High alumnus Lynda Hunt, right) in “Pride and Prejudice”.
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INDIGO DYE WORKSHOP Textile artist Charlene O’Brien will tutor the workshop at her Hilltop Studio, Kelmscott. She graduated from the London College of Fashion and established the internationally acclaimed fashion brand Tierra ecologia in 2002. The brand specialises in eco clothing. The workshop will be held on 6 September 2014 from 10.00am – 4.00pm. The cost is $120.00 per person (inc. GST). Enquire for a special discount. Bookings are essential. To register and for more information, please contact Charlene on 0411 548 964, info@tierraecologia.com or visit www.tierraecologia.com. You can also find Tierra ecologia on Facebook. * Indicates additional cost.
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Indigo is the colour of intuition and perception. It is a deep midnight blue that reflects wisdom and devotion. It is the colour of the ‘New Age’. You are invited to discover the magic of dying your very own indigo t-shirt or scarf (x3) on a special one-day workshop in the Perth Hills. The workshop will teach you the basic techniques of Japanese Shibori dying. You will learn how to create beautiful, unique patterns and textures in an indigo dye vat by binding, stitching, folding, twisting and compressing certain areas of fabric to form a dye resistance. At the end of the day, you will take home a personalised t-shirt or 3 stunning scarves – or both in a variety of colours*!
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KTC Design’s designer, Glenda Roff, is a finalist in the 2014 Kitchen & Bathroom Designers Institute (KBDi) Awards in the Western Australian Medium Sized Kitchen Category. Winners will be announced later this month. Roleystone local Glenda has a degree in Interior Design from Curtin University, and has been focusing her talents on kitchen design for 6 years with KTC Design, a Kelmscott family business of over 25 years standing. She also teaches kitchen design for Designer Training. Her work will be judged on design, innovation, layout, compliance with relevant standards, and the presentation drawings the client was given. The client brief was challenging and exciting; having spent many years in the hospitality industry, the client was keen to bring some of the practicality she knew was possible to her own kitchen, and also to introduce some of the industrial feel. She was drawn to an eclectic mix of materials, and favoured a mixture of concealed & display storage, all of which she hoped could be used to infuse some of her own personality. As her husband worked away for long periods, she was the primary client, but of course they were both involved in the design process. The original floor plan was quite spacious, but not well utilised. A door from the kitchen to the laundry was unnecessary and restricted wall space in both rooms. The area set aside for refrigeration was surplus to the clients’ requirements, whilst the pantry was tightly confined and difficult to access. The U-shaped bench space was extensive, but being largely in front of moving windows, only a constricted area in the back corner was set aside for cooking. The bench top also encompassed a large floor space which created an inefficient work environment. A revised footprint was the first priority to improve this space. The doorway between the bricked in corner pantry and wall oven was bricked up, and the redeemed space was used to create a larger, more accessible, double door pantry (which included housing for the rarely used microwave). The steam oven is placed slightly higher than usual, as both the clients are of above average height, and intend to stay in this house for a considerable time. This allowed for a warming drawer under the ovens which was still comfortable to access. The forty-five degree angles of the window bench were played down by matching the bench and door colours, to allow the island design and finishes to be the heroes. To meet the client’s brief of a balance between practicality and personality, Glenda greatly increased the quantity and efficiency of the storage, without concealing everything in a minimalist way. Display areas in open shelves and glass-fronted doors allow for small scale detail and interest, and an expression of who the clients are. Even the rangehood provided additional storage space for commonly used items. The material selections were crucial in providing the optimal mix of practicality and feel for each zone. The main working area has been decreased in size for efficient food preparation. The cabinetry is predominantly drawers outside of the pantry, including under the sink and pull-out spice rack, adding to the ergonomic functioning of the kitchen. A combination of lighting strategies was used in the kitchen. LED downlights recessed in the ceiling, bulkhead and under overhead cabinets provide general and task lighting. Additional LED luminaires are built into the top of the glass door cabinets to light the contents. Pendant lights provide light for both work and pleasure at the island, supplementing the rangehood lighting over the cooktop, as well as providing a focal point for the seating area. The client said “We had spent 5 years deciding to renovate or not. Glenda Roff from KTC Design was very patient with the many options we gave her. We are thrilled with the outcome, it’s a piece of art”.
My First Speech competition for young Australians Canning MHR Don Randall is encouraging high school students in years 10 to 12 to put their views to the House of Representatives as part of this year’s My First Speech competition. Students need to imagine they are a newly elected MP and write a 3-minute speech about issues they are passionate about. The speech then needs to be presented by the student and recorded to video. The video is required to be in MPG, MPEG, MPEG 4, AVI, MOV or DVD format with a resolution of 640 x 480 pixels or above. Cash prizes include $750 for the winner ($250 to the student and $500 to the school), $350 for the runner up ($100 to the student and $250 to the school) and $175 for third place ($50 to the student and $125 to the school). Winners will be flown to Canberra to deliver their speeches live and participate in a program at Parliament House. Canning MHR Don Randall said his maiden speech in Parliament was a very memorable and humbling experience. Speaking as a former school teacher and now politician, Mr Randall said the competition was a great was to engage high school students in thinking about social issues and what they would do to improve an area of policy. Mr Randall’s maiden speech can be read on his website at http://www.donrandallmp. com/AboutDon/MaidenSpeech.aspx. Entries are due by Friday, September 12, 2014. Visit www.aph.gov.au/myfirstspeech for more details.
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Through local sources, The Valley Reporter has been made aware of new signs which have License NO. 9TA 1019 appeared on the Croyden Road bridge in the past 5 to 6 weeks, Best Needs TheTravel Best Deals designating a load limit of 13 Created for You And Service tons. These signs were put up at a reasonable distance, on Shop 1, 2223 Albany Highway, Gosnells Western Australia 6110 either side of the sharp bend on Telephone: 94903622 2100 P: 9490 2100(08) F: 9490 Croyden Road, where Slab Gully Fax: (08) 9490 3622 goes under. The load limit signs E: info@travelwayswa.com.au were installed by Main Roads as a result of a report made about Shop 4, 198load rating, which Shop 4, 198 B.Y.O. B.Y.O. the bridge Brookton Hwy Brookton Hwy Takeaway Takeaway recommended a 13 ton load Kelmscott Dine-In Kelmscott Dine-In posting. Main Roads arranged Closed Tuesdayssignage to be Closed Tuesdays Closed 1-6 Sept, Open Lunch & Dinner Fathers Day 7 Sept for the appropriate installed after liaising with and getting agreement from the City of Armadale. RESTAURANT RESTAURANT restaurant chinese restaurant Former Citychinese of Armadale Councillor Pat Hart raisedINTERNATIONAL some AUTHENTIC AUTHENTIC INTERNATIONAL concerns about the new signage, STANDARD CHINESE STANDARD FOOD CHINESE FOOD asking what would happen if 1188 Fax: Ph: 9495 9495 2108 1188 Fax: 9495 2108 a Ph: truck9495 weighing more than 13 tons were to come down Croyden Road from either end and see the weight restrictions. Since Croyden Road is very narrow, and there is nowhere for a vehicle to turn around, what would be left for it to do? These kinds of queries were taken to the Council, who subsequently sent them on to Main Roads. Within weeks of being contacted by the Council with the new feedback, Main Motel Roads arranged for the installation of additional advanced load limit signs on Brookton Highway and McNess Road, which will alert trucks to the weight restrictions well before Chalets Now they reach the bridge, and allow heavy vehicles impacted by the load limit to seek an Available alternative route. A correspondent at Main Roads has been quoted as saying that, “Main Contact Joe 9496 3838 Roads would be happy to continue working with the Council, and to arrange additional 2 Mount St Kelmscott joe@avocadosaccommodation.com.au signs, if required”. Elise Kelly.
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The community of Roleystone are encouraged to vote for local Landcare For a complete renovation, tile and hero, Roleybushcare Inc, as part of grout, repairs, shower screen and vanity. the 2014 National Landcare Awards. Call Pete Bond : 0412 959 818 Roleybushcare Inc is one of 69 finalists Business Hours : 9397 6988 in the running for the People’s Choice For a look at some of our bathrooms, come to our facebook page! Awards as part of this year’s awards PB Bathrooms Renovations celebration, and members of the Roleystone community can have their say on who should be the winner. The National Landcare Awards celebrate the passion and diversity of MS171 – RRP $479 – Special $429 with free esky Landcare, a grass-roots • 30.1cc • 2 stroke • 14” Bar • 4.3kg movement of farmers and community volunteers who protect and restore Australia’s land and coast. Thousands of Landcarers and groups across Australia, just like this year’s finalists, are contributing to the productivity of agricultural lands, food and the sustainability of food and MS181 – RRP $529 – Special $479 with free esky water supplies. • 31.8cc • 2 stroke • 16” Bar • 4.3kg Roleystone residents can vote online now for their local Landcare leader in the 2014 People’s Choice Award. Voting is open until 6pm (EST) on Wednesday, 17 September. Winners will be announced the next day at the 2014 National Landcare Awards gala dinner. Roleybushcare Inc was the winner of the Qantas Landcare Innovative Community Group Award in the 2013 WA Landcare Awards, and as a result, joins seven other State and Your Perth Hill’s Bathroom Specialist
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Territory finalists in that category. Roleybushcare formed with the objectives of conserving the bushland from Phytophthora Dieback (PD). Phytophthora Dieback is recognised by Federal and State governments as a major threat to the biodiversity of the country and Roleystone is a village community nestled in the jarrah forest where PD is widespread and kills trees and wildflowers in bushland reserves and residents’ properties. As part of their innovative approach, the group designed and manufactured their own hydraulic tree injectors, developed and implemented a strategic plan to protect every bushland reserve in Roleystone from PD, and injected over 18,000 trees to protect them from PD. Roleybushcare is delighted to be a finalist in this year’s National Landcare Awards. “We are very proud of our achievement: when we started, trees were dying every year in our Roleystone bushland reserves and now tree death caused by Phytophthora Dieback is a very rare occurrence,” Dr Ian Colquhoun, Chair of Roleybushcare Inc. says. Winners in nine diverse categories will be announced at the National Landcare Awards on 18 September 2014 in Melbourne. For Awards and Conference updates in real-time, you can follow @LandcareAust on Twitter, like LandcareAustralia on Facebook and tag #landcareawards, #landcareconf14 and #landcare25. All Australians who care about the health and sustainability of our land and water are encouraged to vote in the 2014 National Landcare Awards People’s Choice category at landcareonline.com. au.
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Roleystone Women’s Hockey Club recently had four players selected for the State Masters over 60s team. Alma Davies, Jacquie Colleran, Dale Keiley and Delys Palmer travelled to Darwin in July to represent Western Australia in the 2014 Australian Hockey Championships along with Ros Flood as Team Manager. Ros is also Roleystone’s A grade coach. The Hills Association was lucky enough to have five representatives make the gold medal winning team, with Pat Halden from Rangers helping to make up the over 60’s team. Tracey Halden and Nyaree Brown also represented the Hills Association for the State Masters Competition in a different age category. The West Australian team won their gold medals in an exciting grand final against NSW, who were the only team that defeated WA in the play-offs. At full time the teams
were drawn at two all and went to penalty shoot-outs. The closely fought match was still drawn at the end of two sets of shoot-outs and it became a game of sudden death with WA finally gaining the edge for the win. One member of the team, Dale Keiley, also won gold representing Australia in her age category at the Masters World Cup in Rotterdam in the Netherlands during June. Her team defeated The Netherlands team to win gold. On the home front Roleystone is having a fantastic season with both of our A teams guaranteed a spot in the finals while our B team is developing several new players and hoping for a place in finals too. L-R: Alma Davies, Tracey Halden, Nyaree Brown, (back), Jacquie Colleran, Dale Keiley, Delys Palmer, Pat Halden and Manager Ros Flood.
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Local artist Stephanie Boyle is delighted to be exhibiting her art at her favourite café, Genesis in the Hills. The exhibition, titled “Creative Journey”, is a visual illustration of Stephanie’s artistic journey, expressed through her personal exploration of painting styles. Stephanie hopes that the freedom and joy she has had to paint what she feels will shine through to her audience. It has been a particularly busy year for Stephanie with her art. Firstly, an exhibition titled “The Spirit of the Thoroughbred”, the brainchild of horse trainer and 6PR radio announcer Bob Maumill, was held at Ascot Racecourse. Artists were invited to visit horse stud farms at Ascot Racecource for early morning training sessions and raceday. Dan Morton, one of WA’s leading trainers invited artists to his Ascot stables, resulting in a very successful exhibition. In April, Stephanie hosted Barry and Lucy McCann, two leading watercolourists from Armidale, New South Wales, who have both been featured on popular television art show, “Colour Your Life”. Barry, in particular, has
entered the Archibald Portrait Exhibition, and had his paintings hung three times. Stephanie couldn’t resist asking Barry to paint her portrait, and was obliged in her Roleystone studio, with fifteen appreciative artists learning and observing. The honour of being the Artist in residence at the 40th Anniversary of Army Art has been extremely humbling for Stephanie. In addition, Stephanie has been teaching watercolours part time at Tresillian Community Centre, and entering many art exhibitions, including the Minnawarra Exhibition in Armadale. Stephanie couldn’t think of any better way of spending a day than painting to her heart’s content in her beautiful studio in Roleystone. Stephanie would like to thank Katherine for providing the opportunity to showcase her artworks. The opening for the exhibition will take place on the 24th of August, starting at 4:30pm. All are welcome. To find out more about Stephanie and her work, feel free to go to her website, www. stephanieboyle.com.au.
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When the Darling Range Wildlife Shelter (DRWS) was targeted by thieves and left without water, Caleb Holyoak-Roberts, a nineyear-old member of the Roleystone community, was the first person to offer assistance. On Sunday 27 July, DRWS had its mains water pump disconnected and stolen leaving the shelter with limited water for volunteers to go about their business of caring for wildlife in rehabilitation. Caleb heard about the incident via a community web page. Instead of receiving gifts for his birthday, he suggested to friends that if they really wanted to give something, they could offer money which he would donate to a charity of his choice. Within a week, Caleb arranged to visit the shelter to present his gift of $250. DRWS volunteers were excited to hear about the donation, and have been overwhelmed by the generosity offered by a young man who has only just turned nine. The donation will help the shelter cover costs of replacing the water
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pump recently stolen. Together with his parents, Caleb visited DRWS on Saturday 2 August to give the donation and to meet some of the residents and volunteers. The Darling Range Wildlife Shelter is a not for profit and volunteer only organization which treats, cares for and rehabilitates Australian native wildlife in need. Wildlife Issues – 9394 0885. Volunteer Enquiries – 0400 802 409. Donations – treasurer@darlingrangewildlife. com.au You can also contact Michelle Hazelwood, Executive Coordinator, on 0414 313 030 or email michelleh@darlingrangewildlife.com.au.
LITTER OF THE MONTH There have been some wonderful foster carers in Roleystone and surrounds doing a fabulous job at ensuring these beautiful animals find loving homes. In some circumstances they have had a pretty disheartening start to life, but with ample love, care and affection, these foster cats and kittens are now looking for new homes. Violet recently turned up at a house in Forrestdale looking for someone to care for her. Despite knowing they couldn’t keep her, Violet stayed with the family for two months. She was very affectionate and gentle and played so well with the family’s children. They brought her in to Armadale-Byford Veterinary Hospital to try and find a micro-chip. Unfortunately she wasn’t micro-chipped but she was sterilised. Violet is a very smoochy and affectionate girl. She loves to sit on your lap and get her belly scratched. Her green eyes are stunning and her coat pattern is beautiful. This sweet little girl is in desperate need of a warm, loving home. If you think that Violet would suit your family, please contact us at the ArmadaleByford Veterinary Hospital regarding the adoption process. Our cats have all been fully vet checked, vaccinated, micro-chipped and sterilised. To view the cats available for adoption, please go to the Armadale-Byford Veterinary Hospital Facebook page, and for more information, please call the animal hospital on 9399 4299.
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LOCAL STARS: THE GIBB CHALLENGE The Gibb Challenge is an annual 700-kilometre socially competitive team relay mountain bike event that raises community awareness and funds for charity. I created the event in 2007 and since then the event has raised more than $5M for our charity partners. This year the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) was selected as our event’s principal beneficiary and while the campaign is still realising valued donations, we’ve raised almost $500,000 to support their invaluable services to regional Western Australia. This year’s event was staged between Sunday 17th and Thursday 21st of May 2014 with 400 riders, their supporters and ‘Bloody Heroic Volunteers’ representing 65 teams from every state and territory in Australia, joining our fat tyre pilgrimage along the iconic stock route of the Gibb River Road from the deep port town of Derby, to the Million Acres Wilderness Park of El Questro. It’s an amazing event with overnight camping at Imintji Community, Mount Elizabeth Station, Ellenbrae Station, Home Valley Station and El Questro. Our dusty peloton enjoys a week of cycling fellowship with plenty of cheers, tears and beers forming part of the community celebrations of the Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster. A few years ago the event fully subscribed in 17 minutes, so I was forced to utilise a ballot system to select successful team nominations from the hundreds received each year.
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Teams can be formed with between two and six riders and up to two non-riding support personnel. The event’s team relay format encourages participation over competition and allows novice riders with a modest level of fitness, the ability to participate and enjoy a life defining Kimberley adventure. Maybe a couple of Roleystone teams are up for the Challenge in 2015? So why? My wife and I left Roleystone in 2002 with a two-year plan but fell in love with the Kimberley; the weather, culture, landscape and communities. Our plan extended to nearly ten, with two and a half years in Kununurra and seven years in Broome. I had participated in the Wild West Bike Tour (Geraldton) and the Karratha to Broome Bike Marathon and thought that the Kimberley could host a cycling event like no other. Any reason to ride through the Kimberley with a few hundred new best mates, share a couple of beers and raise a truckload of money for some very worthy causes seemed like a pretty good idea. We’ve since returned to Roleystone, though our home is a tragic tribute to the Kimberley. I’m even trying to grow a couple of boabs in the garden! The Gibb Challenge continues to be a wonderful excuse to return to God’s Country each year and soak up the timeless beauty of the Kimberley. The real stars though are the participating teams. I’m just the one with the cool hobby that brings it all together. You can visit the following links for more information about the event; www. everydayhero.com.au/events/Gibb2014, www.ordvalleymuster.com and www. thegibbchallenge.com.au. Simon Rimmer, Event Director.
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On Friday the 25th of July, over 2000 volunteers recruited from schools, community organisations, small businesses and corporations converged onto a 34 hectare site at Whiteman Park to plant over 100,000 native plant seedlings. A siren sounded at noon, at which time volunteers from 44 teams, each team consisting of up to 50 people, armed with carry bags filled with 50 seedlings each, a trowel and some fertiliser, commenced planting. One hour later the siren sounded again, ending the planting frenzy. The result? All seedlings planted within the hour! The previous record was 99,103 and Men of the Trees event organiser Paula Galvin said that record was well and truly broken on the day, although their win was yet to be official. Aerial photography by a drone, videography, official timekeeping and independent witness documentation has been submitted to the Guinness Record Administration, hopefully to proclaim Men of the Tree’s 100K Greening Challenge a success. The core mission of Men of the Trees has always been to engage with the community to grow and plant trees, and to promote an awareness of the role of trees in the environment, and thereby their contribution to the welfare of mankind. That mission was well and truly accomplished with this achievement. If you would like be get involved with this mission, you’ll have plenty of chances at the next round of coming events, including: • The Festival of the Trees Open Day, on the 6th of September, at the corner of Amherst Road and Stirling Crescent in Hazelmere. • Rockingham Open Day, on the 20th of September, at Rockingham Golf Course. • The Riverside Ramble on the 12th of October. • The Zig Zag Arts Festival, on the 26th of October. • Have a Go Day, on the 12th of November. For more information, contact Men of the Trees’ fundraising, events and marketing manager Paula Galvin (on Tuesday, Wednesdays, and Fridays) on 9250 1888 or 0449 758 626. You can also email her at paula@ menofthetrees.com.au, or check out the Men of the Trees website www. menofthetrees.com.au. The Valley Reporter would like to congratulate everyone involved in the 100K Greening Challenge. Well done!
We are pleased to announce the following productions for our 2014 season: Junior Workshops – Term 3 Series, Days Tbc Teen Acting for Screen – Aug 17, 24, 31 Storytime in the Hills – Oct 6, 8, 10 (11am & 2pm each day) Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – Nov 21, 22 (mat), 23 (mat), 28, 29 (mat & eve), Dec 5, 6 (mat) bOOk ONliNe NOw! www.roleystonetheatre.com.au The VALLEY Reporter proudly supports the ROLEYSTONE THEATRE
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Bureau of Meteorology Statistics for March 2014 Temperature Average Minimum: 15.2 C Maximum: 28.6 C Total Rainfall 17.4mm Statistics for April 2014 Temperature Average Minimum: 12.9 C Maximum: 24.2 C Total Rainfall 45.0mm
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Statistics for May 2014 Temperature Average Minimum: 11.2 C Maximum: 18.0 C Total Rainfall 220.0mm Statistics for June 2014 Temperature Average Minimum: 7.7 C Maximum: 16.3 C Total Rainfall 156.0mm Statistics for July 2014 Temperature Average Minimum: 7.7 C Maximum: 15.0 C Total Rainfall 36.8mm Western Australian Regional Office Bureau of Meteorology Ph: 9263 2222 Fax: 9263 2233. Accessed from the Bureau of Meteorology website http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/dwo Disclaimer; This product contains real-time data, loaded automatically with only limited quality control. The Bureau does not warrant, guarantee or make any representations regarding the currency, correctness, accuracy, reliability, or any other aspect regarding characteristics or use of the information presented. The user accepts sole responsibility and risk associated with the use and results of this product, irrespective of the purpose to which such use or results are applied. in no event shall the Bureau of meteorology be liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever resulting from loss of use, data or profits, whether in an action contract, negligence or tort, rising out of or in connection with the use or performance of this product.
FRIENDS OF CHURCHMANS BUSHLAND FORMED It is extremely pleasing to report success following publicity in the July Valley Reporter inviting community members to become involved in the management of the magnificent Churchmans Bushland. A Friends of Churchmans Bushland has been formed with very keen and talented locals from Roleystone, Bedfordale and Kelmscott. A management plan compiled by the previous community group in 1998 is being reviewed and updated with current information to take the group forward. The 620 hectare site has many different attractions including the Canning River, Churchmans Brook, magnificent bushland, the amazing rock wall, an old airstrip, a 100-year old woolshed and much more. As a result, we are taking our time and getting to know the site
fully. With more knowledge and awareness we can identify priorities for future projects in conjunction with the Department of Parks and Wildlife. If anyone else is interested in joining, please note the Friends of Churchmans Bushland will be holding a work day on Sunday 31 August - Stocker Road entrance from 9am to 12pm. We would be only too pleased to talk to you about this magnificent area. We are also inviting a number of the original Churchmans Bushland Group to join us for a sausage sizzle at the conclusion of our morning to say thank you for all their past efforts. If you would like to join us, please email pathart1@ bigpond.com to assist with catering numbers. We would be delighted to meet with you. Pat Hart.
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Perth Kilt Run - Register now and be part of a world record The City of Armadale is proud to take on the challenge for the Largest Perth Kilt Run on Sunday 14 September in Minnawarra Park, Armadale. 2013 marked the Perth, Western Australia inaugural run in the Largest Kilt Run event and this year we will once again take on the challenge. Mayor Henry Zelones said you can participate by doing the 5km Challenge, or join in the fun with the 2.5km Leisure Run while raising money for a worthwhile charity. “Perth, Canada and Perth, Scotland have been competing in this challenge for a number of years and we are keen to beat the record of our namesakes this year. “To be able to do this we need people from all over Perth. From the northern suburbs to our southern regions, from the coast to the hills - we call on all ‘Sandgropers’ to put on a kilt and take part. “Register as an individual runner, family or team. There are also prizes in a number of categories for the first male, female or team to cross the finish line, most creative outfit, youngest and oldest competitor, and even a family prize. “So bring the kids along and get the entire family involved in this challenge – to put Perth, Western Australia on the tartan world map”, said Mayor Zelones. Following the Kilt Run, continue celebrating the day with all things Scottish at WA’s largest Scots-themed event, the Highland Gathering – held every year right here in Armadale at Minnawarra Park. It will feature Scottish and Irish dancing, a Medieval Fair, Strong Men Competition, Celtic food, arts and craft, children’s activities and much more. Please note the Perth Kilt Run is a wheelchair accessible event. For more information on how to register for the run and organise your kilt, visit www.armadale.wa.gov.au.
Trade Support Loans to boost apprenticeship completion The Trade Support Loans program offering up to $20,000 to eligible apprentices commenced on July 21, 2014. Canning MHR Don Randall said the loans would encourage more people to enter into a trade and help them complete their qualification by easing the financial burden. Apprentices in the Canning electorate will have access to $20,000 over the entire period of their training with more support provided during the initial years when it’s most needed. Trade Support Loans will provide up $8,000 in the first year of the apprenticeship, $6,000 in the second, $4,000 in the third and $2,000 in the fourth. When an apprentice completes their training, 20 per cent of the loan, or up to $4000, will be immediately deducted from the total of their loan. Mr Randall said like HELP loans for tertiary students, Trade Support Loans will be repayable once apprentices are earning a sustainable income – currently $53,345. He said the loans will target occupations on the National Skills Needs List such as plumbers, diesel mechanics, electricians and fitters, as well as priority areas in horticulture and agriculture. “This program will see more people complete their training and get out into the workforce,” he said. “This will help boost the skills of Australian workers, improve our nation’s productivity and help build a stronger economy.” For further information on the program, contact your local Australian Apprenticeships Centre or visit www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/ trade-support-loans.
hills. Booking is easy, and Bickley Valley Horseback Tours are more than accommodating when it comes to making the trip safe, fun, and enjoyable for you and your horse. August 30th will be the date for the next Winery Tour, which will start in Pickering Brook and run for 3 hours as you travel 6 kilometres through hillside gourmet lunches and tastings. Why not show your support for local wineries and businesses, whilst enjoying some equestrian adventure at the same time? For more information, call 0418 956 519 or 0407 635 832, send an email to bickleyvalleyhorsetours@gmail. com, or check out their website, www.bickleyvalleyhorsetours.com.
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Evie Molson and Sophie Petrucci run Bickley Valley Horseback Tours, a company which offers horse owners the chance to socialise with like-minded people in a safe and fun atmosphere. Located just 10 minutes away from Kalamunda, Bickley Valley Horseback Tours invites you to bring your own horse along to visit some of the best wineries, eco lodges and pubs that the beautiful Perth hills have to offer. All trails are fully guided, and all rider levels are catered for. In addition to the wine and pub tours, Bickley Valley Horse Tours also offer services for pony parties, horse hire, picnic tours, and general guided tours through the picturesque landscape of the Perth
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Sunday 19 October 2014 11am at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges JOIN US FOR OUR GIRLS ON THE PORCH ANNUAL FUND-RAISING EVENT Tickets are $90pp. Includes a two-course luncheon, arrival drink and entry into the door prize raffle. Raffle tickets $5$50. CASH ONLY EVENT (ongoing all afternoon). Table service for beverages. External raffle drawn on the day.
This year we are hoping to have as many men join us as ladies, to support this great cause. Roleystone Bendigo Bank is one of the many local businesses who have shown their continued support to Girls on the Porch. Ticket numbers are limited. It would be much appreciated if you are able to inform us of any special dietary requirements when purchasing your tickets.
Tickets are available from 9am onwards on Friday 1st August at the RoleystoneKarragullen Community Bank® Shop 8, 21 Jarrah Road Roleystone Wendy Scott 0417 983 695, Melissa Addison-Edgar 0422 352 187, email: girlsontheporch@hotmail.com
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ROLEYSTONE VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE ANNUAL DINNER The Roleystone Volunteer Fire Brigade Annual Dinner was held on the 14th of June this year at the Roleystone Country Club. The event recognised the efforts of all members and provided the opportunity to award those who have distinguished themselves through their commitment to the local community over the past year. The evening also provided the opportunity to present long serving members with their Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS), Bush Fire Service (BFS) and National Service medals, and more recently qualified members with their training certificates. Brigade members were joined in celebration with their partners, local dignitaries and Department of Fire and Emergency Service officers for a very enjoyable night. The Roleystone Volunteer Fire Brigade extends its gratitude to the Manse Restaurant, Armadale for their exceptional catering and to the Roleystone Country Club for the venue. Ryan Sutherland, Social Chairperson. Service Medal Recipients Five Year BFS Medal John Andersen, Shane Besier, Tommy McGeown & Justin van Dongen. Ten Year BFS Medal Russell Gairns & Shane Plowman. Ten Year VFRS Medal Russell Gairns & Shane Plowman. Fifteen Year National Service Medal Luigi Italiano, Aaron Kain, Glen Usher & Glenn Bush. Fifteen Year VFRS Medal Luigi Italiano, Aaron Kain, Bob Littmann, Noel Plowman & Glen Usher. Twenty Year BFS Medal Dee Hart. Twenty-five Year National Service Medal with Clasp Jason van Uden. 1: Captain Noel Plowman being awarded the ‘Superintendents Award’ by Superintendent Stuart Wade. 2: Mason McGrail accepting the ‘Lieutenant’s Award’ from the Lieutenants of the Roleystone Volunteer Fire Brigade (RVFB).
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Armenti Free Quotes All Areas Reticulation Call now for a Phone: 9496 1886 P:9397 6372, F:9397 6374 Four Seasons Gutter 0430 946 503 free quote 0406 763 676 jackie@mytaxaccountant.net.au Protection 1300 30 25 23 EATERIES ROOF restorations AIR CONDITIONING HAIRDRESSING Redgum Carpentry Affinity Cafe 9397 6538 Call Mark Barry on Total Roof Care Season Makers 8 Wygonda Rd Roleystone Aura Hairdressing 0427 479 590 Ring Steve 0419 854 587 Call Nigel Bray now on Shop 10/21 Jarrah Rd Kim Valley Chinese 0400 074 844 Phone: 9496 3950 totalroofcare@westnet.com.au carpet & tile Restaurant 198 Brookton cleaning ANIMALS – Hwy Kelmscott 9495 1188 Billy Shears The Hair Club SCHOOL TRAVELLING FARMS Unit 2a Brackenridge Village Jem’s Carpet & Tiles Pioneer Village School The Manse Restaurant Cleaning Services Old Macdonald’s Phone: 9399 6999 31 Church Ave Armadale Cnr Brookton Hwy & Soldiers Rd 9397 9219, 0431 908 074 0433 448 208 Travelling Farms Chris Phone: 9399 6078 Albany Hwy Armadale Whitney 0447 742 295 HOME CLEANING CHEMIST Roley’s on the Ridge SHOPPING CENTRE ANTENNAS Kali 0412 784 240 Cnr Soldiers Rd & Brookton Roleystone Community Roleystone Supa IGA Ariel 0449 639 646 Hwy Ph: 9496 0666 Chemist Shop 15, 21 Jarrah Roleystone Antennas 21 Jarrah Rd Roleystone SC 100% natural cleaning Rd Roleystone 9397 5377 The Roasted Bean Cafe Ph: 0411 536 883 Antenna Ph: 9397 5549, 9397 5585 landscaping Home Theatre Install/Repairs 4, 21 Jarrah Rd Roleystone SC CHILDCARE SKIP BINS 9397 9927 Brookton Valley Roofline Antenna Magic Moon Childcare Just Skips 9295 6677 Landscaping Call Hugh Zia’s Ristorante Services Call Mark Polini Phone: Linda 9399 1838 E: justskips@justskips.net 0428 867 992 0418 928 614 101 Forrest Rd Armadale 198 Brookton Hwy Kelmscott SIGNWRITING 9390 0333 MASSAGE AUTO-ELECTRICS CHIROPRACTOR Fineline Signs ELECTRICIANS Action Mobile Auto Aromatherapy Massage Roleystone Chiropractic Adam 0401 781 341 Electrics Premal Josh Morton 0451 675 100 Darling Range Electrical Michelle Ellen 0431 304 411 finelinesigns@bigpond.com Bourgeot 0413 898 550 19 Wygonda Rd Roleystone Call Glen Weaver 1 Welch Rd Roleystone TEETH WHITENING 0421 567 423, 9397 6015 AUTO-MECHANICAL NUTRITION cleaning Celeb Teeth Whitening High Point Electrical Julian Graziani Nutrition in Balance Healthy Homes Eco Call Karen Appleton on Mobile Mechanic Pam Bailey BHSc Cleaning Natalie Buckley Call Marius 0419 004 475 0428 453 555 highpointelectrical@ssbs.net.au 0409 900 667 0452 464 818 0431 996 570 TILING EXCAVATION / Roleystone Auto Centre ORGANIC SHOP cleaning products Anfield Tiling Service EARTHWORKS 770 Brookton Hwy Earthbound Organics ENJO Cleaning Products Wall & Floor Tiling Roleystone Ph:9397 5993 Robsons Excavation Open 7 Days 9.30amLee Jefferies Phone Chris 0421 222 138 Hire Call Dave Robson WJ & KS Automotives 5.30pm Ph: 9397 7899 0407 083 082 TRAVEL AGENTS on 0429 306 430 447 Chevin Road PAINTERS COMPUTER REPAIRS Travelways Ph: 9490 2100 Phone: 9397 5666 EXCAVATION & WRECKING Brush Worx Professional Bigsi Computer Solutions Fax: 9490 3622 MiniTrax Excavators BATHROOM RENOVATIONS Painting Services Terry call Simon 9397 9046 1, 2223 Albany Hwy Gosnells Doug Speedy 0417 903 264 PB Bathroom Renovations Griffiths 0430 115 178 Mobile: 0433 838 394 TREE SERVICES Call Pete Bond FENCING PET CARE CONCRETE JMC Tree Services 0412 959 818, 9397 6988 Rural Fencing Call John Prefurred Pet Care K & K Concrete Kevin Phone: 9497 1596 0418 953 591 or BEAUTY THERAPIST Pet Sitting - Dog Walking Campbell 0433 728 478 Mobile: 0409 118 912 Ph/Fax: 9397 6854 0402 452 367 Pure Indulgence Unit 6 counselling WA Treeworks fitness for women 1 Soldiers Rd Brackenridge PILATES Phone: David 9496 0306 Fiona Slaney Nottle Village 9496 2922 Curves - Armadale Freecall: 1800 088 733 Go Figure Pilates 0432 838 800 1/2 Soldiers Shop 1, Champion Drv SC BOBCAT & TIP TRUCK Jo James 0407 981 019 Rd Brackenridge Village veterinary service Armadale 9399 4151 Roleystone Bobcat www.gofigurepilates.com.au DANCE CLASSES Pet Assist 332 Home GARDEN BAGS 0418 625 925 PLUMBING Vet Services Call Judith Jus ‘Dance Kids & Adult Call Joe Dirt 9397 9860 Express Garden Bags Congrene 0433 2137 28 ABM Plumbing Classes Jenny 0413 430 721 Phone Colin or Rose BUILDERS Call Andy 0419 986 923 1984 Albany Hwy Maddington WINDOW CLEANING 0408 930 142, 9397 5769 David J Willis Building Office: 9293 7524 dentIST Excellent Window Cleaning Phone: 9496 1262 GARDENING / Findlay Plumbing & Gas Call Anam on 0401 503 157 Roleystone Dental Mobile: 0408 959 340 LAWNMOWING Phone/Fax: 9390 1940 Surgery Ph: 9397 6337 Graham’s Gutter & Window White Rose Building Co Mobile: 0409 297 939 Grasstree Makeovers & 2/9 Wygonda Rd Roleystone Cleaning Services David Fowler P: 9498 3843 Garden Yard Clean Ups PRINTING 9496 3456, 0434 731 745 DOGWASH Mob: 0402 785 894 Call Scott 0429 990 660 FN Grafix WROUGHT IRON/REPAIRS Dog Lovers Dog Wash GARDEN SUPPLIES BUTCHER 0400 428 119 Sylv 0417 887 206 Steve’s Unique Eco Karragullen Gravel & Roleystone Family Meats 23 Wygonda Rd Roleystone Jess 0419 149 877 Handmade Art Shop 2, Garden Supplies Phone: 9397 5580 2 Soldiers Rd 9496 2099 DOGWASH/Grooming PROPERTY Phone/Fax: 9397 6854 2, 21 Jarrah Rd Roleystone MAINTENANCE yard clean ups Blue Wheelers Mobile GOLF RESORT cabinetmakerS Dog Wash & Grooming Healy Property Mick’s Yard Clean Up Araluen Golf Resort Cabinetmaker-Frank 0404 485 137 Maintenance Jonathan micksyardcleanup@gmail.com call the Golf Shop to 9496 0037 (after 5pm) Healy 0408 943 086 Mob: 0407 386 110 DREAM CONSULTANT book 9397 9033 Cornerstone Cabinets Jenifer’s Pillow Talk Paul Haynes 0427 445 041 Mobile: 0417 945 988 pillowtalk.zzz@bigpond.com
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Have you recently celebrated a special occasion, Birthday, Wedding, Anniversary or Christening? Then let house cleaner uses everyone know by putting it your cleaning products and in The Valley Reporter vacuum cleaner Dianne BABYSITTER Available $10p/ 0403 731 007 hr reliable 23yo with Cert 3 babysitter Available Reliable mature uni student Verity 0468 825 596
VOLUNTEERS WANTED Kaarakin The Black Cockatoo and Endangered Species Centre on Mills Road Martin needs volunteers. They are a not-for-profit organisation but rely on public donations and fundraising. Interested in volunteering? Phone Carolyn Lewis 0407 367 274 email: carolynlewis7@bigpond.com for further information
in child care. Call Charlotte 0497 106 642, 9397 6249
KANYANA OPEN DAY We are starting to collect donations to raise money for the Kanyana Wildlife Hospital. We are in need of books, DVD’s, CD’s and unwanted jewellery please. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be delivered to 120 Gilchrist Road Lesmurdie Phone: NOTICE Lge room rent free 9291 3900 in exchange for house duties, for sale 2009 Subaru cleaning etc. in Roleystone. Outback Wagon $18,900 Room has own front door, Neg. Last of this shape & toilet & bathroom with spa. the best looking Outback It’s a lge house & you can in my opinion. Hard to find have your own privacy or in this condition & Dual mingle in & treat the house Range 5spd Manual. Lots of airbags, 5 star safety as you own. Prefer mature rating with icy cold air-con. lady that must like reptiles. Always garaged & owned For more info call Lance by car detailer so very well 9496 3118 maintained as inspection Dressmaker 40yr exp. will prove. Luxury leather interior in new condition. For “You & Home”, alts / roof bars, fitted subaru mending or tuition welcome. floor mats throughout & Sonja 0437 317 248 tow bar. Bonnet & Headlight FOR SALE Lounge Suite protectors. 2 Keys - worth 1 x 2 seater and 2 x 1 seater, $300ea to replace. Full service history. All brakes material with solid jarrah done at 107,000k’s. New frame. Also removable tyres fitted at 95,000k’s. washable covers. $80 gd New Clutch at 98,000k’s. cond. Can deliver local Inspection won’t disappoint 0413 233 857 but no dreamers please. Texting or calling is the best way to get me as I’m out & about most days. Call Jason on 0411 654 119 other IMPORTANT NUMBERS: 000 Fire or Life Threatening Emergencies, 13 25 00 SES Assistance,1300 657 209 Emergency Information, Armadale Police 9399 0222, Healthdirect Hotline 1800 022 222, Poison Information Centre 13 11 26, Western Power 13 13 51, Alinta Gas 13 13 51, Telstra 13 22 03, Roleystone Volunteer Fire Services (Robbie van Uden) 9397 5406, CoA Ranger Services 9399 0111 or 1300 886 885, Smoky Vehicle Reporting 1800 076 659, Synergy (faulty street lights) 1800 622 008, Water Corporation 13 13 75, Mensline 1300 789 978, Family Helpline & Domestic Violence 1800 643 000, Samaritans 9381 5555, Life Line 13 11 14, Relationships Australia 1300 364 277, Quitline 13 78 48, Prostate Cancer Foundation 1800 220 099, Suicide Helpline 1300 362 787, Cancer Helpline 13 11 20, Drug Information 1800 069 700, Gamblers Assist 1800 633 635, Mens Domestic Violence Helpline 1800 000 599, Womens Domestic Violence Helpline 1800 007 339, Kids Helpline 1800 551 800, For Passenger Assistance on Transperth Train Services 1800 800 022, Illegal Dumping Hotline 1300 766 541, Main Roads Road Closure Information 13 81 38, Education Department Security SchoolWatch 1800 177 777, Ngala Helpline for families with babies & young children 8am-8pm 7 days a week 9368 9368 WA country access 1800 111 546, CoA Hotline for reporting anti-social behaviour 1300 597 076
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Your not-for-profit event or activity can be listed here FREE and is open to local community and sporting groups courtesy of The Valley Reporter
Roleystone Toy Library
Armadale Visitor Centre 40 Jull St, Armadale
Ph: 9399 0410 www.visitarmadale.com.au
Araluen Botanic Park 362 Croyden Rd, Roleystone
Ph: 9496 1171 www.araluenbotanicpark.com.au
Araluen Golf Resort Country Club Ave, Roleystone A FANTASTIC WAY FOR YOUR CHILDREN Ph: 9397 9000 www.araluenresort.com.au TO ENJOY A VARIETY OF Brackenridge Village & Roleystone Village Cnr of Brookton FUN AND SAFE TOYS, PUZZLES & GAMES
Hwy & Soldiers Rd Roleystone. Enjoy great food, wine,
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jewellery, giftware, unique arts and crafts, organic food, beauty
we are 1.45-2.30pmand & Sat Openopen WedTues 11.30am-12.15pm 9.30-10.30am during the school term. Sat during school term. ALL9.30am-10.30am ENQUIRIES PLEASE PHONE Any please call 9496 or Callenquiries BelindaWHITEHEAD Bloxsome 0438 8841115 601 HEATHER 9496 0119 email emailroleystonetoylibrary@yahoo.com.au roleystonetoylibrary@yahoo.com.au
and an art gallery
Karragullen Expo (renamed for October 2014) incorporating
the West Australian Avocado Festival
For further details contact Roma Spiccia 0418 938 134 www.
ROLEYSTONE GUMNUT PLAYGROUP
A SAFE, FUN PLACE FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. SESSIONS MONDAY TO FRIDAY REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL Registrars’ Ellen Southgate on 6396 2498 contact our new registrar CONTACT OUR NEW REGISTRAR CONTACT OUR NEW REGISTRAR ROBYN DAWSON 9397 7116 & Marie Hoffmann on 0404 996 670 kym graham 9397 9158 CAROLYN BATHGATE 9498 1968
Roleystone Karragullen Seniors Club (Inc) 46 Jarrah Road, Roleystone Phone : 9496 3166 E-mail: rksc@iinet.net.au
We are an energetic group of “Over 50’s” and some of our regular activities for members are: • Mahjong • Book Club • Indoor Bowls • Cards • Members Lending Library THE CLUB IS NOW OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY – REFER TO CALENDAR FOR ACTIVITIES
karragullenexpo.org.au SmokeFree WA Kelmscott Annual Show October 2014 Rushton Prk, Kelm 9495 4001, info@kelmscottshow.com.au (EST. 1944) Roleystone Sunday Markets 8:30am-12:30pm New & PreLoved items, held out the front of the RK Seniors Club 46 NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Jarrah Rd Roleystone. Come along & support this monthly event Social TenniS iS7pm-8.30pm played aT The club • Social Tennis Monday nights • Wednesday mornings (2nd Sunday of the month) For stall holder details please give adulTS; WedneSday morningS from 9am 9am onwards • Friday mornings 9am-11am (run through Christine Kent a call on 9397 5047 Family Centre with Creche) • Sunday afternoons 2pm-4pm and Junior TenniS Roleystone Theatre Inc. 587 Brookton Hwy Roleystone. For COURTS FOR HIRE DAY OR NIGHT Bookings Phone: 9397 5730 www.roleystonetheatre.com.au Bookings and and keys for public court hire are available through Bookings through the the Valley View Garden Golf Earthbound Organics Brackenridge Roleystone Video Network Store, Jarrah Shops - 9496 Roleystone VideoRoad Phone: 9496 16161616. Village, Shop 4, 1 Soldiers Road Roleystone Ph: 9397 7899 POBox Box172 172Kelmscott KelmscottWA WA 6991. roleytennisclub@iinet.net.au PO 6991. E: Email: roleystonetennisclub@yahoo.com.au. Tucker Shearwood(Sec.) (Sec.)9496 9397 5305 Graham Boase(Pres.) (Pres.)9397 94966620, 3220,Graham Tracey Backhouse 0053, Kalamunda District Bridge Club holds weekly day and evening Wendy Helen Mantle (Treas.) 9390 2335 & Virginia Bird (Club (Club Capt.) Capt.)9397 93906620 7668 John Meharry (Treas.) 9397 6536, Wendy Tucker sessions for both competitive and social bridge. A beginners’ course commences in October 7pm. Contact Garth Scotford 9296 1497 or email: kdbclub@bigpond.com Armadale Society of Artists meets on the first Thursday of the month, starting 7pm at Creyk Park Pavillion Waltham Rd, Armadale. All welcome Ph: 0407 249 565 Roleystone Community Alive Group meetings held at the Roleystone Family Centre, 19 Wygonda Rd Roleystone. For further enquiries call Joyce Arnott 0434 727 470 Vishrant Buddhist Society, Vishrant holds weekly public meetings, Thursday evenings 8-10pm, Kookaburra Creek Yoga Centre. Call Dakini Williams 0438 831 883 If I have forgotten to mention you in the What’s On - your local COMMUNITY CALENDAR section feel free to submit your contact details E: thevalleyreporter@iinet.net.au
ROLEYSTONE TENNIS CLUB
Old Primary School - Robin Road 9am - 1:30pm Tues, Thurs & Sat Chris: 0427 462 921 Phil: 0429 688 844 www.roleymensshed.com.au
KARATE-DO KOFUKAN KARATE-DO KARATE-DO INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL KOFUKAN
ROLEYSTONE DOJO DOJO ROLEYSTONE Self-defense, Competition, Fitness, Self-defense, Competition, Fitness, Confidence, Respect & Discipline Confidence, Respect & Discipline Improve your personal well being & Improve your personal well being & Improve your social awareness Improve yourPh. social9397 awareness Enquiries 5688 Enquiries Ph. 9397 or 0419 946 6615688
KIDS ADULT KIDS Qualified Karate ADULT CLASSES CLASSES or Instructor 0419 946& 661 NCAS Accredited
CLASSES Qualified Karate & NCAS Accredited CLASSES FreeInstructor créche available Free créche available
Training Days Roleystone Hall Training Times & Thursdays Cnr Roleystone Wygonda &Hall Jarrah Tuesdays Jnrs (5-12yrs)Times 5-6pm 6-7pm Training Days Training during school holidays Snrs Snrs(13yrs (13yrs&&older) older)6-7.30pm 7-8pm Rds, Roleystone Closed Tuesdays & Thursdays
Cnr Wygonda & Jarrah
Jnrs (5-12yrs) 5-6pm
Check the Website for August/September Date
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