Mannum mag 2015 issue 102

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June 2015

Mannum, South Australia 5238

Issue Number 102

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South Australian Truck and Ute Show annum is certainly becoming the home of big events and all things big will be back again on the Sunday of the June long weekend with the South Australian Truck and Ute Show.

Chrome, charisma and trucking charm will be the flavour of the day when Mannum’s main street will come alive with the roar of engines as they line up to take their place for this annual event.

Visitors will walk amongst these magnificent polished giants vying for the coveted prizes in the Show ’n’ Shine competition. Just a short stroll to Mary Ann Reserve, you will see utes of all shapes and sizes.

Live entertainment with the City Cowboys and Lee Brocky and the Outback Overdrive will have you dancing in Shearer Car Park and on the river bank, alongside food stalls, a mini market and free amusements for the children.

Now in its fourth year, the South Australian Truck and Ute Show at Mannum is an event with entertainment for everyone for only $2.00 entry and children under 12 free.

If that is not value enough, the Mannum Dock Museum will be offering every visitor a complimentary entry, provided that they are accompanied by a paying customer to see the amazing steam engines on show, blacksmith demonstrations and the ‘All Steamed

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Up’ interactive exhibition, where even the big kids will test their skills steering a paddle steamer down the river.

The PS Marion will be offering short one hour cruises from Mary Ann Reserve. This majestic, 1897 built vessel is one of the world’s last remaining, original, operational, heritage, wood fired, overnight passenger carrying, steam driven side paddle wheelers.

“Interest in the SA Truck and Ute Show is growing each year with crowd numbers exceeding expectations and the family atmosphere is something the Mannum Progress Association should be very proud of”, said Mid Murray Mayor Dave Burgess.

“The event is a wonderful opportunity to take the whole family out for the day and enjoy the many attractions Mannum has to offer.”

Carol Greening, Chairperson of the Mannum Progress Association, says “The Mannum Progress Association strives each year to present an event which appeals to everyone at such an affordable price. We expect over 70 trucks and 100 utes to arrive in Mannum for the event, which will create an amazing spectacle in the main street.

“Mannum is such a wonderful place in winter and summer and with the Mannum Waterfalls flowing on the outskirts of town and only 70 minutes from Adelaide, more reason to come to Mannum on the June Long Weekend.”

For further information contact the Mannum Visitor Information Centre on 8569 1303 or info@satruckanduteshow.com.au or visit www.satruckanduteshow.com.au.

SA Truck and Ute Show, Mannum Randell Street and Mary Ann Reserve Sunday 7th June (June Long Weekend) 10:00am to 4:00pm Entry $2.00, children under 12 free Proceeds to Mannum Progress Association and Mannum Community Projects

Lock 1 Foundation Stone Centenary n Friday June 5th, the PS Marion will dock at Blanchetown, taking part in the re-enactment of the laying of the Lock 1 Foundation Stone by His Excellency the Governor of South Australia, Sir Henry Galway, KCMG, DSO. 100 years ago PS Marion departed Goolwa with a party of parliamentary representatives. After stopping in Murray Bridge to pick up Sir Henry Galway, she docked in Blanchetown on June 5th 1915.

PS Marion will offer a three day cruise, departing Mannum on the 3rd June, to arrive in Blanchetown on the 5th, as she did 100 years ago.

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Full story on page 22.

Ageing in the Murraylands Calendars & Dates Church Services

4 Classifieds 27 Musical Miscellany 32 Mid Murray Council 30 On My Bookshelf 3 Mid Murray Support Services 12 Out of this World

June 5th, 1915: Laying the Blanchetown Lock 1 Foundation Stone

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Letters to the Editor Deadline 19th June for publication in the July issue

Palmer Wind Farm Application I write in response to the article by Peter Kuhlmann in the May issue of the Mannum Mag. With respect to the Palmer Wind Farm Application, Council has gone beyond legislative requirements to provide as much information to the community as possible to enable the greatest opportunity for comments to be submitted.

Council held public information sessions in advance of the notification period and negotiated with the developer to allow all documentation to be available 2 weeks prior to the notification period. The notification period was advertised in numerous newspapers and on Council’s website.

Council sought legal advice on the notification requirements which revealed that the formal notification advertisement for the wind farm development could only be placed on newspapers that are released on the same day. As the Murray Valley Standard and Mannum Mag were not released on Wednesday 6th May 2015, an advertisement could not be placed in these publications.

The time in which to lodge a representation (10 business days) is governed by legislation and Council also cannot vary that. Any queries can be directed to Council’s Planning Department on 8564 6020 or postbox@mid-murray.sa.gov.au.

Russell Peate, CEO Mid Murray Council

A Thoughtful Deed This morning, after the Dawn Service here in Mannum, Terry and Oskar (who is a very active 75) were standing there in their CFS attire waiting to move one of the CFS trucks which provides traffic control every Dawn Service. A lady came out of the crowd, shook them both by the hand and said, “Thank you for what you do.”

As she walked away, they looked at one another and asked, “Who was that?” Each

thought the other knew who she was.

A small but very meaningful gesture has just made the day even more special, particularly after 3 horrific accidents they have attended in the last 5 days.

Doesn’t take much effort to shake someone’s hand and say thank you, but it sure meant a great deal to those fellas.

A lovely story to share, I thought, from she who gets the grotty CFS overalls to wash .

Susan Murphy

Congratulations Through the Mannum Mag, I would like to congratulate the co-ordinator, Tanya Mathews, and all the volunteer staff of the Mannum Hub on the high standard of the film presentations which occur monthly.

Particularly, I would like to mention the standard of the 3-course meal preceding the film. It is truly gourmet. There is more – it is presented on spotless white table-cloths on which rests sparkling cutlery.

This must surely be one of the foremost events occurring in Mannum. It is outstanding.

It is a pleasure to visit the Centre where everyone is made so very welcome.

Congratulations and with all good wishes for the future.

Joan I Kreiser OAM

Old Mannum Primary School Land A previous Letter to the Editor indicated that myself, as Chief Executive Officer, was completely wrong in stating that adjoining land owners of the rear 2 allotments of the Old Mannum Primary School land had been contacted to ascertain their interest in purchasing these blocks. In a letter from the then Minister for Education and Child Development, Jennifer Rankine MP dated 13 August 2014, addressed to the State Member of Schubert Mr Stephan Knoll MP, the Minister states inter alia:“I am informed that Renewal SA and Property Services have

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agreed to the following process.

Property Services is currently seeking an update to the valuation of the property, to confirm if the last valuation still reflects market conditions. It will then approach the owners of the land that abuts Lots 9 and 10, to see whether they have an interest in purchasing the lots.”

In addition, in a media release from the Member for Schubert, Stephan Knoll dated 21 August 2014, Mr Knoll states the following:“The Department is currently seeking an update to the valuation of the land. If no interest is shown from the adjoining owners, then both Lot 200 and the entire property, including Lots 9 and 10, will be advertised for sale for a period of 90 days.”

Renewal SA is the State Government agency that deals with property sales on behalf of all Sta te G o ve rnment Departments. The Department of Education and Child Develo p men t d o e s no t undertake this role. I have provided this information and discussed this with the person concerned.

Russell Peate, CEO Mid Murray Council

Gass Reserve I would like to respond to last month’s letter from Max Greer by also adding my congratulations to the Council for providing an off-leash dog park behind the Mannum oval.

But I need to point out that while this may be a suitable area to let our dogs socialise with other dogs, it is too small to be an effective exercise area, and of course it is a long way from the river, for those pooches that just love to have a swim!

In relation to Gass Reserve, this has been approved by Council as an off-leash dog area in the Mid Murray Council Animal Management Plan (last reviewed in 2014). But there has been a request from one or two community members to

revoke this, and part of the argument used is that Gass Reserve is a Bird Sanctuary, and therefore it is an inappropriate use of the area.

I have contacted the State Government Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources, who have confirmed that Gass Reserve is NOT a registered bird sanctuary or protected area, and so I would suggest, based on this knowledge, that it is appropriate to use Gass Reserve as a shared recreational area, for families, tourists, fishermen, and responsible dog owners. As an animal lover and bird watcher myself, I would be the first to restrict my dog to her leash if I thought she posed a threat to the wonderful array of birds that frequent this lovely reserve.

I know too that the other furry friends we see at the reserve are also well controlled by their responsible owners, and are not a threat to the birds. As mentio ned i n p r e v io us correspondence about this issue, I would again point out that feral cats and foxes are far more of a hazard to our birdlife (and native animals).

One of the suggestions made is to have restrictions on the times that our dogs are allowed off their leash, for example, before 9am and after 5pm (or 6pm in the summer) so we are not impacting on the enjoyment of other visitors to the reserve.

This would be a good compromise that the dog owners I have spoken to would be more than happy to abide by.

We live in a beautiful town, which we share with our many visitors, and Gass Reserve is one small part of all the wonderful attractions that Mannum has to offer. It is such a peaceful spot and, in comparison with the Mary Ann Reserve, sees a lot less visitors.

So I am hopeful that this can continue to be a shared resource we can all appreciate and enjoy.

Karyn Baker

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Anzac Day Vigil Luncheon

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t was a warm autumn morning as the Governor of South Australia, His Excellency the Honourable Hieu Van Le OA, with his wife Mrs Van Le arrived at the Mannum Community Club to for a Vigil Luncheon to honour ANZAC Day. Deputy Mayor Mardi Jennings and RSL President John Doughty (RAN retd) welcomed His Excellency and wife.

Entering the foyer of the Club His Excellency was introduced to Joan Kreiser OAM, who was the host of the Vigil Luncheon, the Hon Tony Pasin, Federal MP for Barker and the Hon Stephan Knoll, State MP for Schubert. His Excellency was also introduced to Year 12 students from the Mannum Community College, Gail Brennan, Rachelle Haynes, Jack Driscoll and Tamika Godleman.

Entering the dining room Joan welcomed His Excellency and his wife to the luncheon held in honour of all who had given their lives and all who had suffered as a result of war. Councillor Jennings spoke of the delights of our town and how honoured we were that His Excellency and his wife were with us for this auspicious occasion.

RSL president John Doughty welcomed His Excellency and his wife on behalf of the local members and spoke about the increasing membership of the local RSL sub-branch.

Mannum History Group

His Excellency responded saying how delighted he was to be in Mannum. He remarked he was overwhelmed by the beauty of our river and all the surroundings. He said he would certainly be returning – many times.

The Mannum Club excelled by serving a delicious meal with a choice of roast beef or grilled fish followed by ANZAC fruit pie or pavlova. Everyone commented on the gourmet meal and excellent service.

Following lunch Joan read a letter written in 1944 by a Spitfire pilot, the late Aaron Underwood, who was stationed in England in World War 2. It was addressed to his family in Mannum. After many night sorties into enemy territory he died in a horrific air crash in May 1944. He was 21 years old. Joan followed Aaron’s letter by reading the Government’s telegram to his mother announcing her son’s death.

The telegram is unsigned.

Joan made a small presentation to His Excellency. She acknowledged the superb setting and service of the M a n n um Club. J oan also acknowledged all those who attended, making this luncheon a moving tribute to all men and women who had served and given their lives, so that Australia is the great nation that she is today.

Joan I Kreiser OAM, BA, FTCL, LTCL

The Baptist Ladies Dinner

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he Baptist ladies’ dinner, this time with men in the kitchen, was an enjoyable evening for all who attended, including a couple of men who gatecrashed and did not work in the kitchen.

The Fellowship was good as was the food, especially the giant cheesecake and the jokes, which got us laughing, so we kept warm.

Our guest speaker and her husband had been involved in Christian service for many years; as she looked back over those years God’s faithfulness was evident. Some of their time was spent at the Christian camp site at Wellington from its beginnings on a rocky piece of ground. They were thrilled to go back recently and see the fruition of the original vision of a well watered garden and know that thousands of campers have been blessed to stay there.

istory month (May) has been a great success for all of South Australia to date.

Mannum hosted around 90 people at the Community Hub on Tuesday 19th May, to hear John Evans speak on the railway from Sedan to Monarto South which opened in 1919.

John is certainly a passionate train enthusiast, and when we put his story into the bigger social history context, we can understand the link that the train through the Murray Flats gave the agricultural settlers and townsfolk with the outside world.

Passengers, wool, wheat, livestock and many other items, left the area by train. Inwards, came mail, passengers, food supplies, agricultural equipment and an endless list of items.

Today, it is easy to forget just how important the trains were to everyday life before modern roads and vehicles.

A beautiful photograph was displayed by John of the old steam train leaving Sedan loaded with mallee stumps headed for Adelaide. It reminds us that our city families relied also on the wood-fuelled stove to cook and heat water in the old copper. Our boys who returned from war had no cars, nor did they have much contact with the world outside of family and work, other than church on Sunday and maybe a local dance on Saturday night. Most monthly meetings were held according to the full moon, for

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easier travel by horse.

Most country communities had a small local Hall which was that wonderful multi-purpose building which served as school and church as well. Many rural families had sons and daughters who married neighbours, due to few chances to meet people outside of the zone. This had the beneficial effect of combining the agricultural knowledge of two families in the area, retaining best land practices.

While many believe the blame is on agriculture for over-clearing the land in the past, it is important to understand the stipulations of agricultural settlement leases of the 1870s. For example, it was required by law that a specified area was to be cleared each year for agriculture, to achieve the food supply and exports for the Australian states. Also, every engine ran on steam (wood fired) and the farm supplemented its income with selling wood. It seemed right at that time.

All in all, the stories of the railways and its effects on the lives of our people are endless.

Maybe you have one you would like to share with us.

Mannum History Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, at the Community Hub on Walker Avenue, Mannum.

Feel free to join us. (Some months we have history related excursions).

Jude Johnson

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Aminya

Ageing in the Murraylands

Mid Murray Homes for the Aged he building project is nearing More than 70 expressions of completion with handover of the interest have been received for site from the builder expected during positions. Recruitment of additional June. Fitting out of the new area has staff has commenced with the timing c o m m e n c e d w i t h w i n d o w of appointments being planned to treatments, furniture and equipment coincide with the admission of new having been received. Landscaping is residents. The admission processes proceeding with support from will include compliance with the various groups and individuals conditions associated with the assisting with planting shrubs, approval of the 18 additional places. providing mulch and the installation Those conditions include allocating of watering systems. priority of access for people who are There are sundry minor financially or socially disadvantaged requirements being addressed to and people diagnosed as having ensure compliance with all mental and behavioural disorders. standards. Final inspections by the An open day on Sunday 31st May architects, accreditation agency and provides the opportunity for building certifier are being members of the public to inspect the scheduled. new area.

Admission of new residents will Aminya has received a very commence once all building generous bequest of $54,800 from approvals have been finalised. the estate of the late Anne Bland.

Several registrations of interest have This will be of substantial benefit in been received from prospective allowing the Board to provide residents. Over 40 members of the additional benefits for residents. public attended the forum on 21st David Hartley is preparing a April 2015 with Mark McInerney collection of photographs and other presenting valuable information on items for placement in the various costs associated with both communal areas. Members of the community and residential care. public will have the opportunity to Further registrations of interest contribute towards the cost of the are invited from prospective collection. The collection will focus residents and their families. All on local themes – riverboats, river prospective residents and their and rural scenes from within the Mid family members are encouraged to Murray Council area and Shearers obtain independent financial and/or (Horwood Bagshaw).

Glen W Cooper, CEO legal advice prior to admission.

with Millie hilled to the bone, joints aching, uneven surfaces then rub together grey skies outside and the causing pain … Exercise is key in the gloomies inside. management of OA, which means it Time to hunker down, rug up, is more important than ever to keep spend longer in bed where it’s moving this winter!” (recent cheaper to keep warm, forget the National Seniors press release) rest of the world, and wallow in ‘Un-motivation’ is easier to ‘un-motivation’. overcome if we commit to a regular Come spring, time to get moving schedule and the activity is again, but joints are stiff and more enjoyable. If we make the effort to bones are rubbing on other bones. go out, we can enjoy the company of P ut i t d o w n t o a g e i n g , others who likewise have had to osteoarthritis. More understanding make an effort and we can put aside and compassion needed for my poor self-consciousness and any other old body, folks. excuse for the sake of feeling heaps Not so. better in every way.

Yet another study has shown that Looking through the last edition we’re not good at taking of the Mag, I found these options for responsibility for our health. exercise programs: The Voltaren® Osteo Gel Keep • Tai Chi and Yoga at The Hub Moving Report showed that “76 per • Mindfulness, Movement and Meditation classes at Mypolonga cent of respondents with chronic joint pain related to ageing or • Several classes at the Leisure Centre that would need to be osteoarthritis are not using exercise explained by staff. and weight training to help manage Are there others? their symptoms. More than two Now’s the time to keep moving, thirds of sufferers are also exercising ward off the old OA and prepare for less than they used to – despite spring. exercise being a core pain Millie management strategy … Symptoms Sillie Millie says: may include pain with movement, MINT CONDITION: Male, 1932, joint stiffness, swelling, or reduced high mileage, good condition, some mobility ... the cartilage that hair, many new parts including hip, protects the end of the bones is no knee, cornea, valves. Isn’t in running longer efficiently repaired … the condition, but walks well. bone previously protected gradually loses its normal shape. The rough,

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Murraylands River Trail

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unding to support the development of the Murraylands River Trail has been allocated by the Mid Murray, Murray Bridge and Coorong District Council’s in their 2015/16 draft annual business plans.

“Each Council has now endorsed the final report of the Feasibility Study for the trail and looks forward to seeing this great regional project come to fruition,” Coorong District Council Mayor Neville Jaensch said.

The Murraylands River Trail is a collaborative project driven by the Mid Murray, City of Murray Bridge and Coorong District councils as part of their commitment to healthy communities through their Obesity Prevention and Lifestyles programs (OPAL). The project also supports actions from the Murray and Mallee Public Health Plan around creating positive recreational

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environments where people can be physically active, more often.

Stretching 450 kilometres, the $5.5 million trail is a long term project, expected to be staged and constructed over the next 10 to 25 years.

The first stage includes a 10 kilometre section between Seven Mile Loop Road and Meningie, in the Coorong District Council, a 10km section from Kia Marina to Mannum in the Mid Murray and a further 5km from Toora to Hume Reserves in the Rural City of Murray Bridge.

“Recreational trails have become a popular activity for families and individuals, providing healthy exercise and outdoor alternatives for local Murraylands residents and an attraction for visitors,” Mayor Jaensch said.

The River Trail Management Committee has submitted a grant application to the Office for Recreation and Sport (ORS) for a 75 per cent contribution for stages 1 and 2 design and stage 1 construction of the project.

Joint council cash and in-kind contributions for the first phase totals $125,865, while the ORS funding request is for $377,625 bringing the total stage 1 project cost to $503,500. The anticipated start time for the on ground works is October 2015.

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Murray Bridge Matinee Series

Pause A While

ith winter now upon us, keep warm at the next Matinee Performance presented by “Out of the Square” and The Rural City of Murray Bridge at the Murray Bridge Town Hall. Enjoy a complimentary morning tea from 10am before the performance.

Concert tickets are $16.00 each.

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“The Foenander Bros” Thursday 18th June 2015, at 11 am Mike and Steve are the Foenander Brothers. They present a repertoire including exquisite renditions of classic jazz standards to new and exciting arrangements of contemporary songs. Singing together since childhood, they have an innate sense of each other in every song.

You may remember them from their appearances on “Australia’s Got Talent”.

Tickets are available in person at the Murray Bridge Visitor Information Centre, 3 South Terrace, Murray Bridge, between 10:00am and 4:00pm every day, or by phoning 8539 1142. The Town Hall Box Office is open one hour prior to each performance for the sale of any remaining tickets.

While you are at the Murray Bridge Town Hall, you are invited to visit the beautiful Murray Bridge Regional Gallery. Examining the experience of locality, exploring the intimacy of personally familiar places and the particular relationship each artist has with their environment, in situ is an exhibition of work by artists from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States of America and the United Kingdom.

The Murray Bridge Regional Gallery is open from 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Saturday and 11am to 4pm on Sundays, but closed on public holidays.

From June 5th to 20th, the Murray Bridge Players, in association with Tams Witmark, will present The Wizard of Oz. (See page 7.)

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with Mannum Interchurch Council Jesus Washes His Disciples’ Feet should wash one another’s feet. n the night before he died, I have set an example for you, Jesus gave his disciples an so that you will do just what I example of how to love and have done for you.” (John 13 : serve others. This example was 4-6, 14-15) In Jesus’ time, washing the not for the disciples only, but dusty feet of a travelling guest for us as well. The story in the was the job of a slave, but New Testament goes as washing someone’s feet is a real follows: act of service in anyone’s Jesus rose from the table, took off his outer garment and tied a language. Jesus showed his towel around his waist. Then he disciples way back then, and poured some water into a basin shows you and me today, how and began to wash the we are to love one another: by disciples’ feet and dry them serving each other. Jesus serves with the towel around his waist. his disciples in a very intimate He came to Simon Peter, who and powerful way by washing said to him, “Are you going to their feet. He expects nothing back for this kind and generous wash my feet, Lord?”

Jesus answered him, “You do act other than that his disciples not understand now what I am do the same for each other.

The message for us today in doing, but you will understand Mannum is pretty clear. Look later.”

Peter declared, “Never at any for ways to serve your loved ones, your friends, even the time will you wash my feet!”

“If I do not wash your feet,” stranger and your community.

Jesus answered, “you will no Acts of service are acts of love.

Maybe washing someone’s feet longer be my disciple.” …

Jesus said to his disciples, “I, is a little inappropriate in your Lord and Teacher, have Mannum in 2015, or maybe it is just washed your feet. You then not?

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Down to Earth

Gulp Art Project

The Community Garden At The Hub

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inter is now officially here but didn’t the cold sneak up on us early this year?

The silverbeet is sprouting lavishly and it’s time to plant broccoli, radishes and lettuces – which are sweeter for the winter rain. Native plants may look dormant but I’m told they are working underground, establishing strong root systems, and they will boom in the cool, wet months.

Inevitably, we are sharing our gardens with the usual suspects – weeds galore, slugs and snails. Turn young, weak weeds over easily with your garden hoe. I’ve found crushed egg shells and used coffee grounds are effective deterrents for the slimy creatures in my garden, so thankfully I don’t have to share my beer!

Garlic or leeks that escaped harvesting last year can be divided and replanted in among a new crop and, did you know, when your potted chrysanthemums from mother’s day have finished flowering they can be cut right back and replanted too?

Apparently stink beetles are multiplying at the moment and we would be plagued by many other insects, including millions more pesky mosquitoes, if our native micro bats weren’t in healthy numbers around us. If you see them seeking a spot to nest leave them be wherever possible and remember to wear protective gloves if you need to

move them back to their nests. The size of these bats means they most often go unnoticed but they are sometimes mistaken for swallows staying up past dusk. Some gardeners say they have identified several species of native bats on their properties; did you know there are approximately a dozen different species in this area?

The men’s shed at the Hub have been commissioned to construct bat boxes for the fauna carers to use in the case of injured bats – our community working for the benefit of the environment – and in further news on the garden environment at the Hub, the plans for the shade house are ready for council approval, and look out for the beautiful story poles which will soon be erected in the garden. The ideas for the pole designs and the ongoing mosaics project, and the amazing artistic work on these, have been developed and achieved by the talented school children of Mannum, alongside some creative adult community members too. The school children were asked to base their concepts on things they see in their natural environment that symbolise Mannum and the surrounding areas for them. It seems they see beauty all around – true story.

Thought for the day: “Raindrops are like precious memories – treasure them all”

One will be located outside the Mannum IGA supermarket on Adelaide Road and the other at the Mannum skate park.

In 2014 Steve and Tess (Mannum Arts and Cultural Officer) in association with Country Arts SA conducted the Park-A-Bike program and created a Funky Bike Rack in conjunction with the Mannum College students who assisted Steve in the design and creation of the functional bike rack now installed at the Mannum Skate Park.

Steve currently has his Chariot sculpture on display at the Mannum Dock Museum, which was originally created as a centrepiece for the Adelaide Airports’ Santos Tour Down Under Bike Art Exhibition in 2014.

Steve has also worked with local youth in Murray Bridge at the Station Youth Centre creating a group sculpture titled “Tree Of Life” We are very pleased to have Steve back in Mannum sharing his creative skills, commitment and enthusiasm in our community. We also look forward to his contribution to the artistic life in the region plus the up-coming Mannum SALA exhibition titled Reconnect at the Wool Shed Gallery, courtesy of Mr Graham Gaston, this August.

Tess Minett Arts and Cultural Officer

Steve Oatway

A Caring Community

ave you checked the list on page 3 of District Church Services for Mannum Congregations?

The Anglican Church now offers a Wednesday Service at 9:00 am.

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ormer Punthari resident and renownedSouth Australian Junk artist Steve Oatway has returned to Mannum to live, work and create.

We are very happy and fortunate to have Steve on-board as the creative artist for our Mannum “GULP ART” Pr oje c t in partnership with Mannum Council, Country Arts SA and the OPAL (Obesity Prevention and Lifestyle) program.

The Mannum Councils’ Arts and Cultural Officer Tess Minett and OPAL Project Manager Courtney Blacker have commissioned Steve to design and create two drinking fountain frames to encourage the youth to enter the funky artistic cubicles and to drink water as a healthy alternative to sugary drinks.

Deb, on behalf of Down to Earth

Anglican Church Services

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raise and thanks are due to Mannum Chemplus.

As a service to their home bound clients, Chemplus now includes a copy of Mannum Mag with their regular deliveries of medications.

From Mannum Mag and on behalf of the community, thank you Chemplus.

Truly, a local business, serving the local community.

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Issue Number 102

Sedan 10th Annual Swap Meet

Mannum Mag Does Size Matter? o paraphrase an old adage, good things come in small packages. Many items submitted for publication are too long for the space available. This usually means that included photographs have to be omitted, and some of the text is deleted.

What gets deleted? The parts that I think are less important, which might not correspond to your choice.

Those who have submitted reports of 1200 words, and larger (would you believe 2132?), can tell you that almost half of it has been deleted. The best way to ensure that your choice of important content is published is to aim for less than about 450 words.

As Stan Freberg would have Jo Friday say “Just the facts, ma’am”.† This has an added advantage, Mannum Mag is easier to read; less items have to be printed in a small font size.

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How to Handle A Date No, not a play on Merlin’s advice to King Arthur – it’s not that kind of date.‡ However, some “magic” has to be performed in the short time between the deadline date (midday Friday) and print day (the following Monday).

Please don’t treat deadline day as the day to submit articles. Work to the rule: the sooner the better. You might find me more forgiving if your article is slightly over the preferred 450 word limit.

Reports of 1000 or more words will certainly be “trimmed”.

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 “Good things come in glass”. In this context, perhaps brevity will lead to clarity. † From a Stan Freberg parody of the character Joe Friday, created by Jack Webb as the lead in his Dragnet TV series. ‡ A reference to the song How to Handle a Woman, in the Lerner and Loewe musical, Camelot.

So, anyone else notice how Prince Charming said Cinderella was the love of his life yet he had to check the shoe size of every woman in the kingdom to clarify who she was... ?

edan Recreation Park and Sports Club Inc, together with Sedan Historic Enthusiasts Den Inc presents the 10th Annual Sedan Swap Meet Sunday 14th June 2015 Sedan Sports and Recreation Park Gates open at 8am Sedan Swap Meet is now one of the biggest in SA. Last years’ event attracted over two thousand people. A local event with something for all the family – buyers on the look-out for rare vintage and veteran vehicle items are well catered for.

It is not only an event for motoring enthusiasts. Sedan Swap Meet brings out retro,

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Unique bric-a-brac and farm items, local farm produce, as well as plants, arts and crafts and hand-made items also feature.

It is a fun event for all the family, with catering on Saturday evening and Sunday morning, with camping available.

Enjoy a hot breakfast and bonfire. Sellers: 7am – $12 Buyers: 8am – $3 For further information contact Dennis McCarthy, Mob: 0427 120 640 or email amadora@activ8.net.au.

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uring the month of June, the Murray Bridge Players and Singers, in association with Tams Witmark, will be presenting the wonderful musical, Wizard of Oz. Follow the Yellow Brick Road from June 5th to 20th with performances at 8pm on Fridays, 2pm and 8pm on Saturdays and 2pm on Sundays. Tickets are $20.00 for Adults and $10.00 for Concessioners.

You can buy tickets either in person at the Murray Bridge Visitor Information Centre, 3 South Terrace, Murray Bridge between 10:00am and 4:00pm every day, or by phoning 8539 1142. The Town Hall Box Office is open one hour prior to the performance for the sale of any remaining tickets.

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Out Of This World

My Pet Topic

Astronomer’s Corner

Pet Birds and Safe Toys

t around 10 pm the pointers and the Southern Cross are high on the clock face and move northerly towards the ecliptic and the star Spica. Spica is the brightest star in the constellation Virgo but is often mentioned with the Corvus or Crow. Spica is a magnitude 1.0 star so it is a good comparison type star. It is some 260 light years away and is a white star. Rising on the eastern horizon at this tune is Sagittarius often called the teapot. Ahead is Scorpius, Libra , Virgo, Leo, Cancer, and Gemini.

The changing phases of the moon interplay with Jupiter and Venus in the June evening sky. Over the next two months, Venus (current magnitude -4.4) is slowly brightening, and the larger Jupiter (currently around -2) is slightly dimming. On 1st July, the pair will be very close, making for good viewing.

Even when using a good powered scope, the outer planets appear to stay in the one place for a relatively long time. Other sky objects are noticeably changing position. Planispheres and almanacs are a source of data for showing what the changes are and where to find the objects; in the short time, they are never in the same place.

Whether looking for comets or inner-planets at sunrise or sunset many lenses are coated to cut down glare but also act at cutting the light reaching the eye. The clear and crisp nights make for short viewing times where even a little dew may cause problems with the lens. On large scopes a piece of card with hole in it, smaller than the diameter of the lens, will allow less light through but will not change the colour. Many such calibrating discs can be made for just the right amount of light. On the 21st of June the sun is rising, due 60 degrees east-nor-east and reaches only about 30 degrees After that date the sun starts to head back to due East on September 23rd.

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Mannum Men’s Shed n sport there are many games that use bats: cricket, baseball, rounders, t-ball and softball, to mention a few.

At The Men’s Shed we are in to bats! We make Boxes for Bats (well, a few blokes do).

The wood is carefully measured and cut out, each piece is put together with skill and care so that the Box for a Bat will be the correct size and only that

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Bat will fit in it.

The boxes we make are not for games, but are for our native micro species of bats that live in the Murray River Catchment area. Bats are very important to the ecology of our area.

Microbats are insectivorous and can eat a third of their body weight in insects in one night.

Therefore, they are valuable natural insect pest controllers and play a vital role in reducing the spread of mosquito borne diseases, amongst other things.

So while the blokes in The Shed are having fun using their skills in making something, they are also helping one of our smaller creatures and the environment. So Blokes, feel free to drop by and “sound out” The Shed, it’s a great place.

ird toys are great! They provide your feathered friends with activities that stimulate their brain and beak, may prevent some serious behavioural issues and prolong their life. It’s good to offer your bird a variety of toys so they can spend their day exercising, chewing and foraging. Don’t cram your bird’s cage with toys, remember space is good too.

Your bird needs to be able to move! You need to be aware NOT all toys are safe and many (even those sold in some pet stores) can actually lead to either a serious injury or death.

There are no 100% safe bird toys, somewhere out there is a bird that will find a way to get into trouble, no matter how safe the toy (birds are exceptionally inquisitive creatures).

Rope and Metal Rope is bird enemy number one. Why? Because rope toys have small fibres, and when these fibres are chewed and swallowed they may lead to blockages in the proventriculus, which is part of the bird’s intestine. Parrots are habitual chewers and these blockages are very serious. The blockages will require surgery to remove and without intervention are fatal. Birds can also get tangled in rope or string, causing severe injury. If the rope gets caught around a leg, wing or the bird’s neck they can do major damage or even hang themselves!

Be aware of items around the house that your parrot can access – particularly metal or soldered electrical connections.

These are shiny and bright, just inviting a parrot to chew.

Heavy Metal Poisoning is a common condition in birds. The main culprits are lead and zinc.

Galvanising contains zinc, wh i ch, when i n g e s t e d , accumulates to cause poisoning.

The quality of the galvanising is critical, new cages and toys that are galvanised are hazardous. If the galvanised product looks “whitish” or has a white powder on it then it should be considered suspect.

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Lead is very toxic and can be found in fishing sinkers and tin solder. The body stores these toxins and they cause a variety of symptoms. Clear indications that your bird is sick include ruffled feathers, weakness or lack of balance, seizures, head tilt, weight loss, regurgitation, vomiting and change in the faeces.

If you think your pet is suffering from ANY of these symptoms contact your vet immediately. These days paint doesn’t contain lead so painted toys are perfectly safe. Powder coated cages, toys and bowls are quite safe, as is chrome plated metal.

Things that are okay: • Vegetable tanned leather.

• Untreated paper and wood.

• Non-toxic plastic.

• Food-safe vegetable dye (for coloured toy parts).

• Stainless steel hardware.

• Native Branches.

What to stay away from: • Rope and toys with indigestible fibres.

• Galvanised metal toys.

• Treated pine or MDF, these are toxic.

• Branches sprayed with pesticides.

• Many exotic plants.

• Soft rubber, latex and plastic. These run the risk of being chewed and swallowed – not commonly dangerous, but best avoided.

Go Native! Natural toys are great and by far the safest option. Gum branches, gum nuts/flowers or any of the native Australian trees and bushes make great chewies for birds.

You should never give exotic plants to your bird unless you are VERY sure they are safe.

As there are so many different exotic plants available it is impossible to list the ones safe for you bird. Other great natural toys you can use are coloured pebbles, sea shells (clean and dry), pieces of untreated wood (stay clear from treated pine!), lumps of charcoal or nuts still in the shell (walnuts, almonds).

These are all excellent things to keep your birds occupied.

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Mid Murray Support Services Mannum Community Hub From the Coordinator n National Volunteer Week, Mid Murray Support Service (MMSS) celebrated the efforts of our volunteers with a Morning Tea at the H U B. Ce r tific a t e s of appreciation were presented by Board Member Terry Udy. Cr Peter Raison presented the 2015 Premiers Certificates of Recognition for Outstanding Volunteer Service.

We are all humbled by the volunteers’ generosity of time, compassion, humour and caring.

Our community is able to stay connected and active as a result of our their input into the lives of those who need help.

The Community HUB has received donations from generous community members who deserve a huge thank you for their support. Among them are: The Uniting Church (Youth Program and School Holiday Program sponsorship), the Dance group (School Holiday Program support) and Mid Murray Council (financial support for a broad range of programs). In addition there are many other donations that assist in providing support for those in need.

MMSS is sincerely thankful for the generosity of our community members.

Our next huge project for the Community HUB is to find funding for heating our Old School Building.

In its hey-day open wood fires provided cosy school rooms, however with WHS regulations these are no more. If any users of this building have some fundraising ideas, or would like to organise and hold a ‘Heat the HUB’ fundraiser contact the HUB on 8569 1832.

Our office staff have been busy with many requests for all kinds of support. A special thanks to Dennis who has been carrying out the very

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important home safety checks for our service recipients. Dennis offers a timely reminder: check your smoke detectors. He has found that many smoke detectors are not working or have flat batteries. If you are receiving services from MMSS and would like your smoke detector checked please call the office.

MMSS passed the recent Accreditation Review at a very high standard. At the end of April MMSS achieved 18 out of 18 expected outcomes in the Home Care Standards Quality Review. Not bad for a little country organisation!

This could not have been achieved without the tireless effort of Bev Forgan, our IT and Administration Officer. Bev, with assistance from other key staff, put together an extremely professional presentation for MMSS which was commended for taking the organisation to the next level from a ‘Cottage sized Organisation’ to successfully working as a ‘Business Model’.

From the HUB Coordinator The next Friendship Movie Lunch will be held on Thursday June 18th 2015, 11:45 am onwards. The movie is “Love Me Or Leave me”. Cost is $10 (payable when booking) including meal and movie. Bookings are essential.

On June 27th, from 3:00pm we will be holding an LGBTIG buffet dinner event. Cost is $10 per person (payable when booking), including drinks, and the movie “Pride’.

Bookings are essential.

Everyone is encouraged to wear their best Mardi Gras Fancy dress (prizes for the best dressed). Come along and have a great time. This event is proudly sponsored by the South Australian Government.

The next Grow and Share will be on 7th June. For all dates and

reminders see the Mannum Community Hub Facebook page, or telephone the Hub. Currently staff and volunteers are training as Community Foodies.

This will help support future programs in nutrition and garden to plate.

Youth Group We had a fantastic attendance for the first Seniors Youth Group (13 years and up). The Junior Youth Group (10 to 14 years) is held on the alternate Wednesday to the Seniors.

Indoor activities, games, artwork, community garden and other activities are held each Wednesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm during the school terms. For more information, telephone the Hub. We will have two more workshops to complete the art works that were created for the Community Garden in the Country Arts SA program. If anyone is interested in helping with the completion of these, contact the Hub. Down to Earth Garden Group plans to build a pergola in the Community Garden providing a sheltered seating area. If anyone wants a computer or IPAD training course next term, please register your interest. Come and join our Yoga classes,Wednesdays during the school terms.

We may offer Candle Making classes, depending on the number of registrations of interest. Evening classes will be held once a week over four weeks commencing in June.

Contact the Hub to register.

The Hub is growing rapidly.

Anyone with skills they would like to share, or who wants to assist with programs or join as a volunteer, please let us know.

From the Volunteer Coordinator I thank the volunteers who gave their time to assist with the

preparations and cleaning up for our National Volunteer Week morning tea.

When interviewing a prospective volunteer recently, he told me he felt the reward he could achieve from being a volunteer would be to put a smile on somebodies face.

If you would like to become a volunteer to “help us make Australia the happiest place on earth” please call into the office at 71 Randell Street or Phone 8569 2129.

Service Recipients Clients will now be referred to as Service Recipients. Our services have not changed we still offer, transport, shopping, gardening, window cleaning, domestic assistance, handyman and social support.

Should you require one of these services, telephone the office Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, 8569 2129.

If you are not a Service Recipient member ask for an appointment to meet Cheryl.

From Scrooges The income from the sale of furniture and other donated household items supports MMSS. We are currently experiencing a slump in furniture donations. If you have furniture that is in good, saleable condition that you would like to donate, please give us a call 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday.

We have a pick-up and delivery service that operates every fortnight on Wednesdays.

From the Finance Officer Thank you to Stephen Marschall of Marschall Accounting for his assistance this year. Stephen has volunteered his time to assist us over the past months as a service to our community. His input is much appreciated.

Bev Forgan

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Gazing meaningfully into his eyes, she says, “I would do anything to pass this accreditation exam, anything” He returns her gaze. “Anything?”

“Anything.”

His voice drops to a whisper: “Would you study?”

Aged and Community Services Australia National Open Day Friday 19th June 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Free “Sausage n Bread” BBQ 11:00am to 1:00pm Come and look at the services offered to assist you in remaining in your home, and other programs such as Social, Walking and iPad courses.

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Mannum Combined Probus Club he first meeting of the Club for 2015 was held on the 2nd February, in the Mannum Rowing Club. Fifty four members plus two visitors attended.

After a short meeting, one of the new members, Mr Warren Starick, gave a short profile of his life. A cold serve for lunch at minimal cost was enjoyed by all. A very pleasant day of socialising to start the Probus year off.

March the 2nd was the AGM. Mrs Barbara Allanson is the new president for 2015/16.

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Trevor Frahn Vice President Geoff Gobbett Secretary Neil Bormann Ass. Secretary Mick Harbour Treasurer Guy Wellman Ass. Treasurer Other committee members: Past President, Ian Mann Laurel Anderson, Gwenda Banks, Bev Greer, Bobbie Mann.

Mrs. Clare Laishley from Breast Cancer, was the guest speaker at the April meeting. A brilliant presentation.

The May meeting was a bus trip for 47, to Port Adelaide for a luncheon cruise on the Port River Dolphin Luncheon Cruise. Unfortunately for some, due to the windy weather creating waves, no dolphins were spotted from the lower deck, but those on the top deck spotted a couple. We were able to replenish chocolate and cheese stocks on the way home at Woodside.

The 2015 Programme June: Mr Russel Peate, CEO, Mid Murray Council.

July: Mr Ross Curtis, Royal Flying Doctor Service.

August: Mr Glen Cooper, CEO, Aminya.

September: Bus trip to Gawler Cinema. A visit to the wonderful pipe organ at Tanunda on the way home, and a stop-over at the Company Kitchen at Angaston to top up the caffeine level.

October: Leanne Taylor, SA Police.

November: RAA (To be confirmed).

December: Annual Christmas lunch.

If anyone wishes to attend any of the meetings, you are most welcome. Our meetings are held on the first Monday of the month in the Mannum Community Club at 10am.

Geoff Gobbett, Secretary

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Aroona Scouts couts Australia (SA Branch) would like to announce that the Aroona Scout Group has relocated its Joeys and Cubs sections to Mannum Scout Hall, 5 Greening Street, Mannum.

Families and children are warmly invited to come along and check it out!

What is Scouting?

Scouting is a growing world-wide youth movement with over 25 million members, 7000 of those in SA. It is about helping young people be the best they can be so that they can grow to become constructive citizens in their communities.

Learning life skills, growing in self-confidence and gaining valuable leadership and team skills are all part of the Scout program.

About Joeys Joey Scouts is the first Section of Scouts, for boys and girls aged 6 to 8 years. The emphasis is on fun and

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Mannum’s Local Scout Group friendship and a gentle introduction to a world of challenges and adventure. Joey Scouts are encouraged to express themselves creatively, through games, stories and craft activities and are taught to jump in and help other people and to share with their friends.

More than anything, Joey Scouts is about having fun!

Joeys meet at the Mannum Scout Hall on Tuesdays at 5:00pm – 6:00pm.

About Cubs Cub Scouts – boys and girls aged 8 to 11 – have a lot of fun doing a lot of interesting things!

They all help each other, and try to help other people too.

Cubs spend weekends away camping, fishing, exploring, going to sports meetings, and visiting factories, going to the zoo, the museum, or the fire department headquarters. They learn bushcraft, learn how to fly model airplanes, even fly in real

planes!

There’s a lot more Cub Scouts do too. Why not come along and find out?

Cubs meet at the Mannum Scout Hall on Tuesdays 5:30 – 7:00pm.

About Aroona Scout Group Named for the ‘flowing water’ that reflects the diverse region from which its members come, all linked by the River Murray, the Group has had a strong and welcome presence in Mannum for many years. From being valued participants in Anzac Day commemorations, through to volunteering at local events, the young members of the Group are learning to be excellent citizens of the local community – valuing the past, and what Mannum stands for.

For more information, please contact the Mannum Scout Group: Group Leader Kym Walton, mobile 0407 179 101.

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“Scouting For Boys” Robert Baden-Powell 1908

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hared Stitches of Mannum recently hosted their annual Cancer Council Biggest Morning Tea. Around 90 people supported the Morning Tea. Guest speaker was Laine Anderson regarding Catherine House.

The President of Shared Stitches of Mannum, Joan Kroehn said, “We are very pleased to advise that we have raised $1845 for the Cancer Council from Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea in Mannum. We would especially

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like to thank the Mannum Football Club for use of their premises and kitchen, Foodland Mannum, Lovells Bakery Mannum, Male Meats Mannum, IGA Fresh Mannum and Randlell Street Bakery for their very generous donations.”

Q. How does Moses make his tea?

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The winners of our Cancer Council Biggest MorningTea Raffle were: 1st Prize: Barry Walker, Oil on Canvas, valued at $350. Lois Quast 2nd Prize: Goodie Basket. valued at $150.

Joy Boreman 3rd Prize: Handcrafted Quilted Bag, valued at $50. Wendy Ewens Over the last four years, Shared Stitches of Mannum has raised $9795 for the Cancer Council.

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Amelia’s Diary Amelia had never kept a diary until her psychiatrist suggested it. He thought it might help her. She was having trouble keeping things straight and at almost ninety years old that was no surprise. She was still living at home when her case was referred to him. He had discovered that in cases like this writing things down sometimes helped. There was no cure, of course. iary of Amelia (Mrs Harry) Upworth – as written by herself – at her doctor’s suggestion. Private. Written just when she needed to – no use wasting paper.

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I was quite nervous at first about being assessed.

I’d never been assessed before though some of my friends had. It meant they got home help after. The doctor my kids took me to see suggested it might be a good idea and I knew the kids were worried; besides I wouldn’t mind a little home help, so I went. He was a psychiatrist, a nice young fellow, but a bit disorganised. The first thing he asked me was what day it was. I pulled out my mobile and told him he could look for himself. He got a little upset and said I was supposed to turn it off.

Well, I said I saw the sign but I kept it on vibrate anyway because you never know when you might get a call from someone important. What if I got one of those TV phone calls where you win money for answering and missed it because the phone was off?

I can’t afford to throw away money like that.

He asked me how I liked living alone and I told him I didn’t. He wanted to know

why I lived alone then, which the kids should have told him already but they hadn’t so I did. Harry died.

Then he asked me if I missed my husband Harry and I said, of course but I didn’t expect him back.

Dead is dead.

Next he wanted to know who I’d like to live with if I had a choice and I told him, Harry.

‘But you said Harry is dead.’

‘And you asked who I’d like to live with if I had a choice. Well, if I had a choice I’d have Harry.’

‘You can’t choose Harry when he’s dead.’

‘You didn’t say that did you? You just said if I had a choice.’

It wasn’t a long interview.

Signed, A. Upworth I wanted to go straight home but Merilee, my eldest, had already paid for me to have a holiday in this hotel and the meals were good so I thought I’d stay awhile. They had guest entertainment. Mostly they were singers, choirs and such and they were sometimes not very good. I knew it wasn’t a very good hotel but I didn’t tell the kids that. They might have been upset, having paid good money and all. I didn’t even

have my own bathroom and the dining room was a shocker, all plastic chairs and plastic tablecloths and those awful cheap Styrofoam cups. But really, it was run by a bunch of doctors as a sideline. They were in and out all the time checking on things. And the help was pretty nosey. They kept asking all kinds of embarrassing things that I’m not going to write here where anyone could see. I found out that it was really for what they call ‘respite’ and I guess the kids thought I needed some but I wasn’t planning on staying long anyway.

Signed, A. Upworth Today I got my room upgraded. I met this nice young secretary or something and she came to my room and we talked about what I liked to do. I told her I used to play the organ at church and she brought the vicar around to meet me. The three of us had a nice talk and we decided I should try one of the nice rooms in the place across the park. It is much better, with my own bathroom and a nice big wardrobe. Merilee brought my music from home and some of my photos of Harry and me and the children. I told her not to move too

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much because it would just have to be carried back again when I left but she said she didn’t mind.

Signed, Amelia Upworth I’m not sure if I should have told them about playing for church because they kept wanting to take me to prayer meetings and to church for Sunday sermons and the vicar keeps coming in to read the Bible.

I can read for myself but I didn’t want to hurt his feelings. Religious people are all right. They can be trusted to mostly do the right thing as they see it. I don’t always understand how they see it though. I thought they might get upset if I told them I just played at church because I needed the practice.

I’ve had my run – ins with some people at church. I guess we all have. It seems that way. I get on with God all right though. I argue with him a lot. Nobody else will argue with me any more, they just pat me on my shoulder and say ‘It’ll be all right.’ I told the vicar how I argued with God and he said that was sacrilegious. I said why, God didn’t seem to mind.

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Amelia’s Diary Continued from page 12 That young psychiatrist came to see me in my new place. He still didn’t know what day it was so I offered him my mobile. I told him I don’t phone anyone any more. Merilee comes once a week and the others come for Mother’s Day. That’s enough. Then he said how good it was that I didn’t live alone any more. I told him of course I still lived alone. Harry was still dead.Anyway I thought that psychiatrist was getting religion, which surprised me because I didn’t think they believed in that sort of th i ng. He was very interested in what God and I talked about. I didn’t tell him everything of course because some conversations should be kept private. God has his rights after all. I did tell him we talked about Harry. I knew Harry wouldn’t mind. Harry was one of those men that took things serious and when you get a man who is really into things they can get a bit spiky. Sometimes my friends would ask me how I

put up with that man. I’d tell them I knew him all my life and I could trust him with my money and my daughters and it doesn’t get any better than that. After that, you’re not looking for a man, you’re looking for the ‘right’ man and they don’t exist. God understands that. God likes Harry. Young Arthur (I got tired of calling him the psychiatrist) nodded and said that was very wise. I said sometimes even God got it right. Young Arthur had to leave just then. He must be getting a cold, he seemed to be choking and I hope he’s OK. Signed, Amelia Upworth (Mrs. Harry) I hope young Arthur’s coming back again soon because I want to tell him that Harry sometimes sends a message with God now.

They’re sort of just for me but young Arthur respects a confidence and it would do him good to know I’m not going to be living on my own for long. Harry says so.

Harry says he kind of likes young Arthur too.

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away now. I am going to get my hair washed this afternoon and I have a new dress. I haven’t told anyone, but God promised to bring Harry to visit me tonight and I want to look nice.

Harry always did like me to keep myself nice. I don’t think I’ll be writing in this anymore.

Signed, Amelia (Mrs Harry) Upworth.

They found Amelia the next morning. The diary was in a paper bag beside her on her bed and the bag had ‘for young Arthur’ written on it with marker pen. The nurses agreed that Amelia looked like she was just having a nice sleep. They thought she looked so nice in her new dress that they wouldn’t need to do anything but put her carefully in her coffin. She looked very nice for the viewing.

The family stood around after the funeral and whispered, ‘She was smiling. She actually looked happy.’

“She couldn’t have suffered,” said Merilee, twisting her handkerchief into a knot.

The psychiatrist stood at the back of the church with the bag marked “for young Arthur” tucked under his arm. He still had his cold because it was affecting his eyes.

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The Council has prepared a draft Annual Business Plan and Budget for the 2015/2016 financial year which sets out the works and projects that the Council proposes to undertake during the coming financial year. The public is welcome to view this document at the Council Offices during normal office hours or to view the document on Council’s website, www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au

midmurrayservices Lawnmowing and Edging, General Property Clean-up, Rubbish Removal, Grass Cuttings removed, Irrigation Repairs, Weeding, Gutter Cleaning, Complete Lawn Fertilisation, Lawn Aeration, Pruning, Deck Oiling, Entertainment areas, Drives and Paths swept/scrubbed, Solar Panels Cleaned, Window Cleaning. projectmanagementservices Obtain quotes and instigate work on: Plumbing, Tiling, Landscaping, Electrical Work, Cementing, Minor Building Renovations, Painting, Termite Inspections.

Written submissions are invited on the draft Annual Business Plan and Budget and will be received by the Chief Executive Officer, Mid Murray Council, PO Box 28, Mannum 5238 or via the feedback form on Council’s website or email to; postbox@mid-murray.sa.gov.au until 2pm Tuesday 9 June 2015. Persons should indicate whether they wish to speak in support of their written submission prior to 5pm Monday 8 June 2015.

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The Council will also provide the opportunity for the public to attend a meeting of Council to be held on Tuesday 9 June 2015 in the Council Chambers, Main Street, Cambrai, between 9:30am and 10:30am for the purpose of asking questions and making submission or speaking in support of their written submission on the draft Annual Business Plan and Budget.

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Murray Transport Connections urray Transport Connections is a central point of contact for transport information and coordination of services. We can help with information about local buses, taxi, coach and community transport services, including information about fares and ticketing, subsidies and concessions, areas serviced, ti me t a b l e s a n d r o utes, wh e e l chair acc e s s a n d eligibility.

On the 5th May, Murray Transport Connections coordinated and facilitated a “Gopher-a-Drive” session in Mannum. Despite the inclement weather, 17 local residents attended this free education session. SAPOL, Independent Living Centre and RAA all provided presentations educating about road safety, road rules and what to consider when purchasing a motorised scooter. All presentations were very well received. The Stihl shop, Murray Bridge, brought along 3 different sized moto r ised sco o ter s for participants to look at and test

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The education session was open to all residents of Mannum and Palmer, with our main focus group being people that are considering giving up their drivers licence or community members that already own a motorised scooter who were interested in refreshing their knowledge of road safety.

Feedback forms indicated a high level of satisfaction with the day’s session. Due to the success of this session we will look at providing similar sessions throughout other Mid Murray towns.

If you have a general enquiry about transport, or you would like to know how you can get to where you want to go, please contact Murray Transport Connections: Karyn Baker or Natalie Davis Mid Murray Council 49 Adelaide Road (PO BOX 28) Mannum SA 5238 Ph: 1300 190 869 or Email: ndavis@mid-murray.sa.gov.au

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round up of recent Mannum Community College (MCC) events.

Reading Buddies Each Tuesday and Thursday during Pastoral Care time, the Middle and Senior students meet up with their reading buddy in a Junior school classroom or in the playground area and spend time reading to each other. It is a special time for students to develop a positive relationship with each other and develop a whole school approach to reading.

NAPLAN Students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 sat the NAPLAN test last week. It was pleasing to see students applying themselves and trying their best. Doing the tests is quite an ordeal and we congratulate all students who persevered and didn’t give up.

Well done!

Children learn many things at school. NAPLAN assesses a small portion of those things.

Schools collect a lot of other data to gauge student growth across all areas of their learning.

“Hot Shots” Tennis The Junior school students have been very lucky to be involved in tennis lessons. At a very minimal cost for each

student they are able to participate in lessons with qualified instructors. Students need to demonstrate skills in coordination, balance and the many skills involved in manipulating a tennis racket.

The students are showing a big improvement and enjoy the challenges of each lesson.

Chasey Park The new ‘Chasey Park’ area is being developed behind the Junior School buildings. Once again a huge thank you to the Council who have donated their equipment, time and the logs. If it is half as popular as the ‘Diggery’ it will be a huge hit.

Walk Safely to School Day On Friday the 22nd of May our students participated in Walk Safely to School Day. The aim is to promote daily exercise and being healthy. Students were encouraged to walk to school instead of being dropped off in a vehicle. Students who used t h e b u s s e r v i c e we r e encouraged to walk a short distance to school also. Stickers and a piece of fruit were given to students for participating.

We are still looking for donations of water pipes, prams and out-grown toys.

Michelle Grieger

Phoning home from boarding school, young Dave said, “Dad, can I come home?

One of the school’s chickens died last week and we had chicken soup for lunch the next day. Three days ago one of the pigs died and we had roast pork the next day. Yesterday a teacher died.”

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Healthy Living Lunchbox Challenge Palmer Primary and Swan Reach Area School are two of the six schools in Mid Murray taking a positive stance on student wellbeing, by working with OPAL to run a new healthy lunchbox program.

Mid Murray OPAL Project SupportOfficer Alex Day said the program was put in place following local school teachers and principals reporting their concern over a large proportion of students regularly eating processed and packaged foods for lunch.

The aim of the five-week school program is to encourage children to develop positive attitudes and habits around a healthy lunch and recess, to support life-long healthy eating behaviours.

Over 60 students at Palmer and Swan Reach Area School have learnt about the importance of a healthy balanced diet incorporating each of the five food groups. Over the course of five weeks the students learn how to make affordable, easy and healthy lunch box foods including vegetable cold rolls, fruit and vegetable kebabs, fruit and bubble trail mix, savoury scones, English muffin pizzas and vegetable slice.

Mannum Sk8 Jam The Mid Murray Sk8 Jam was a huge success this May at the Mannum Sk8 Park, delivered by Mid Murray Council as part of National Youth Week.

Mid Murray Community Development Officer Amy Loechel said this year’s event saw a record number of riders, with 39 young people competing in U13 and Open scooter, U13 and Open BMX and skate.

Ms Loechel said that the 70 people attending were “mesmerised by the amazing local talent”.

Mid Murray Council’s Fun 4 YOUth program led the event with support from OPAL. Local

business Hittin’ the Street sponsored the event.

BMX riders Tim Towie, Jarrad Katzorke and Tyson Alexander were the official MCs and the judging panel for the night.

Special thanks to CEO Russell Peate, Cr Schmitt, Cr Myers and Cr Wilkinson for attending the event and also Cr Myers and Cr Schmitt for bringing a bus load of children to the event from Morgan and Cadell.

Paddock to Plate Do you want to learn how to engage students with your school’s edible garden?

Mid Murray OPAL and NRM Education are proud to announce they are offering a free professional development opportunity to schools, early childhood educators, and any interested community members. Nutritionist and paddock-to-plate expert Mel Haynes from Culinetica will be presenting an engaging information session on fruit and vegetable seasonality, how to link your garden with cooking and nutrition programs, how to engage studentsof all ages with the garden through classroom activities, cooking classes, kitchen skills, teaching nutrition skills and much more.

Wednesday 17th June, 4:30pm to 6:30pm.

Afternoon tea provided. Cadell Primary School, 415 Cadell Valley Rd, Cadell SA

Information and registrations are available online at www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au. Or phone the Mid Murray Council OPAL team on 8569 0100.

Community Foodies Mannum is playing host to the SA Community Foodies training this year, offering local volunteers an opportunity to increase their skills and knowledge to deliver local nutrition programs.

OPAL is a key partner of the Foodies program, and helps ensure the training remains FREE for participants, continues to recruit and increase volunteer numbers and support them to deliver engaging activities focussing on healthy eating.

The second round of volunteer Foodies from across the Murraylands took part in the two hour training session, including eight Mannum participants. Over the next six weeks, the volunteer participants will be involved in learning about good food choices and how to help people and community groups eat healthier.

The four key messages are that people should eat more fruit and vegetables, eat breakfast every day, drink more water and eat more whole foods.

Murraylands Foodies Coordinator Sally Fisher said these key nutritional goals encourage vitality, wellbeing, strength, long-term health, clear thinking and a healthy weight.

The Community Foodies are trained to pass on this message, providing the community with important healthy eating messages.

When participants were asked where they would like to utilise their skills gained from the training, a broad range of answers were given including ideas for programs on edible gardens, running cooking/nutrition education workshops, going into childcare centres with children and sharing their knowledge with groups such as Weight Watchers.

Already there are four trained Foodies in the Mid Murray district who regularly support community nutrition: sharing healthy recipes, helping to improve cooking at home for children, assisting people to build their own veggie patch, ensuring health is a top priority in schools.

For information on the Community Foodies program, visit www.communityfoodies.com.

Mental Musings dversity, just like the changing seasons, is a fact of life. Our individual responses are as diverse as the seasons. Some folk seem to thrive in adverse situations, even giving strength to others as they build their own resilience.

There are some who survive almost by ‘the skin of their teeth’, while yet others survive; but with some degree of impairment in their functioning. Then there are those who become submerged in the adversity or its aftermath.

A crisis in our lives takes many forms and can be seen as a catastrophe, or an opportunity.

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focus on “where to from here and what can I do?” This of course is easier said than done; but let’s muse again. If we focus only on danger, then fear will probably build, whereas if we focus on the opportunity, then we must find ways in which it can be developed.

Let’s try to become more aware of our own actions in the everyday things, so we can, hopefully, develop the habit of positive reactions and so strengthen ourselves for the tough times.

We also need to be aware that our level of functioning, and that of those around us, is different at different times, just as one season has a wide range of weather!

Happy musing from a community correspondent.

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Paris or the Bush

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he filming of the Murray Bridge Cods has now been completed and during the next few months editing will take place for the final release.

The Mannum Rowing Club was involved, as were Tailem Bend and two other Adelaide Rowing Clubs, with the use of their Wooden Eights for the Re-enactment of the Test Race for Selection to the 1924 Paris Olympic Games. Club Secretary Brian Bormann met with the Producer Wayne Groom who kindly gave this brief on the lead up to the selection.

“The Cods documentary Paris or the Bush is a 90 minute film that tells the story of the Cods journey from Murray Bridge to the Paris Olympics, along the way winning South Australia’s first National Eight Championship in 1913, defending their country in Europe in WW1 from 1914-19, then returning to Australia to win 3 Kings Cups in Brisbane, Sydney and Perth from 1920-23.

“Interestingly, the Cods journey began in Mannum. The first regatta they competed in was held by the Mannum Rowing Club in

January 1911. The Cods four finished last, sinking when a paddle steamer came past.

“However, from little things big things grow.

“When the Cods won the 1924 Test Race on the Port River, which we re-enacted on May 2nd – 3rd with your wooden boat, the crew travelled to Paris to compete in the Olympic Games. Our documentary follows their journey, which ended interestingly enough after the Olympics, in Dublin, in competing in the first Tailteann Games.

“This is a unique Murray River Story, the rise of a working class crew from a poor Country Club to become the greatest eight in Australia. The newspapers of the day glowingly described the Cods, who were superstars of their day, as rowing like Bottled Lightning.”

More information and Photos can be found on their Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/codsrowing

For informationon the Tailteann Games, type in Dublin Tailteann Games in your search engine.

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nzac Day went off very well despite a bit of a glitch with the computer. The weather was kind and the rain stayed away until the afternoon allowing plenty of room for the large crowds to spill out over the lawns at the club rooms. The breakfast was, as usual, delicious and Lions reported cooking almost 400 meals. The Cadets unfortunately had to depart very quickly as they had to get the rifles back to Edinburgh by 0800.

One wonders what goes through the minds of the policy makers.

They did however conduct themselves very well as we have come to expect. The Scouts and Cubs were enthusiastic as usual and kept their vigil despite overnight rain. Real troopers.

The Mannum Community College provided a well rehearsed young choir that sang wartime songs very beautifully, and who were also pressed into service with some of the Cubs and Scouts to “plant” 41 crosses representing the local soldiers that did not return home. The sun shone for this event and a large crowd gathered. Under the guidance of Vice President Ian

Sando, the boys and girls took a cross and read out the name before hammering it in place in the RSL Memorial Garden.

Letters of thanks have been sent to all those people who have helped in the organising of this centenary event. There were so many that I had trouble keeping up, so if I have forgotten to recognise anyone, please accept my apologies and know that without your involvement it would not have been possible.

Work has begun at the Cemetery with the removal of the trees at the Western end. Lawn will be planted and a new garden will complete the picture until some “Lone Pine” saplings are ready to transplant.

May/June Dates for the Diary Happy Hour 1600 at RSL Club Wednesday May 27th Wednesday June 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th June 18th General Meeting 1100

Remember that everyone is welcome at our Happy Hours.

Drop in for a chat and a drink.

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annum youth will form their own haven as they engage in activities, events and projects as part of the newly created youth group ‘Youth X-Roads’ which began on Wednesday 20th May. Youth X-roads will be run by local youth, for local youth at the Mannum Community Hub. It is open to all young people from across the Mid Murray district, whatever their social and cultural background.

Operating in two age brackets, the senior group will cater for young people aged 13+ years, whilst the junior group will be for young people aged 10 to 12 years, alternating each fortnight.

The project, brought to life through a partnership with local youth, the Mannum Community Hub, Mid Murray Council, Mannum Community College, Mannum Medical Associates, Teen Challenge and ac.care’s Reconnect Program, will give young people the chance to create a sense of identity, confidence and well-being.

Mannum Community Hub Program Coordinator Tanya Mathews, said she was excited to provide a comfortable and safe environment where youth can engage with each other, participate in activities and projects to enhance their self esteem, work through social issues and above all have fun.

“After talking with local youth, we decided it would be a great opportunity to provide the space for Youth X-Roads and encourage positive communityengagement,” Ms Mathews

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“The young people have been heavily involved in the planning and implementation of the group, right down to the design of the logo which was artistically created by talented Year 12 student Tash Macumber. It’s great to see the young people taking ownership of their group.”

Dr Stephen Napoli, Mannum Medical Associates, said that youth groups have been the fabric of communities for years and it’s fantastic to see an innovative and collaborative approach from various agencies in order to turn this dream into a reality for our local kids.

“Youth groups are designed to provide a fun atmosphere where young people can absorb the benefits of team work, life skills and connection with their community. In addition, Youth X-Roads will provide a place to assist youth who may struggle to feel part of a wider community”, he said.

“Building good community capacity has many long term benefits, including positive mental heath, as well as good general health, fitness and wellbeing.”

To find out what activities and events will be happening each session as part of Youth X-Roads, please like the Youth X-Roads Facebook page to receive regular feeds or contact Tanya Mathews at the Mannum Community Hub on 8569 1832.

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PS Marion and Mannum Dock Museum 00 years ago the PS Marion was chosen to convey the official party to the laying of the foundation stone of Lock 1 at Blanchetown, the first step in the construction of all the locks, weirs and storage works on the River Murray. 100 parliamentarians and many members of the public celebrated this auspicious occasion on June 5th, 1915.

This year the PS Marion is making her way back to Lock 1 for the centenary of this significant occasion on Friday 5, 2015. The boat with crew and passengers will participate in the re-enactment ceremony and a luncheon hosted by SA Water. There are a series of public cruises available that include a one time only unique departure point from inside the lock.

The Women of the River Country Exhibition is on display at the Arnold Gallery at the Museum.

If you haven’t seen the display it is well worth a visit to have a look at local and further afield river women and read their amazing stories.

Work on the PB Mayflower is slowly progressing according to who is available to work on her. The sponson decks have been finished and painting work inside the hull continues. It is hoped that the renovations will be completed by mid 2016.

If there are any inquiries about cruises on the PS Marion, or work on the PB Mayflower, please contact the Museum on 8569 2733 or visit the website on www.psmarion.com.

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PS Marion Cruises June 2015 Blanchetown Lock 1 Foundation Stone Centenary Celebrations Short Cruises at Blanchetown Friday 5th 1:30 – 2:30

Blanchetown Lock 1 Centenary Cruise Wednesday 3rd– Friday 5th • 3 days 2 nights - All meals provided, bar facilities on board.

• Off shore tours included and official Lock 1 Foundation Stone Centenary Luncheon on Friday 5th June at Blanchetown All inclusive $499.00 per person twin share (including GST)

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Adults $15.00, Children $7.50

4 hour Dinner Cruise

Blanchetown – Mannum

Lock 1 (Blanchetown) to Swan Reach

Non-stop– back to the trade steamer days!

Friday 5th

Friday 5th – Saturday 6th

Enjoy a unique experience cruising the magnificent Murray River aboard this restored c1897 historic Paddle Steamer. Amazing river scenery and a myriad of birdlife awaits your enjoyment as we travel to Swan Reach.

Embarkation: 3:00 pm from Lock 1 (Blanchetown) for 3:30 pm departure Hearty dinner: Casserole of beef with red wine, bacon, mushrooms and tomato, potato bake, roast pumpkin, roast beetroot, peas, glazed carrots, fresh rolls and butter. Fruit salad, Chocolate mousse.

Bar facilities available Bus transfer from Swan Reach 7:30 pm Cost: $69.00 per person (including GST)

• Board 3:30 pm Friday from Lock 1 Blanchetown.

• All meals provided, bar facilities on board.

• Arriving in Mannum approximately 1:00 pm Saturday, bus transfer to Lock 1 All inclusive $199.00 per person twin share (including GST)

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Booking Blanchetown - Mannum & Centenary Cruise Mannum Dock Museum 6 Randell Street, Mannum SA 5238 Email: museum@psmarion.com Phone: 8569 2733. More details & extended Itinerary: www.psmarion.com Dinner Cruise Mannum information centre. Ph: 8569 1303.

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ast night we were privileged to attend an evening of music by a visiting Christian singer/songwriter at the Community Hub, supported by Teen Challenge and the Mannum Baptist Church.

His name is Jules Riding and he hails from Auckland, New Zealand. Jules is currently on an intense tour of South Australia with 15 engagements over 17 days with Mannum his sixth place on his itinerary.

He is a beautiful guitarist and played songs he has written over his many years as an artist, playing in over 30 countries around the world. Next year he is taking a band into Eastern Europe for four months to play in 16 different countries.

A highlight of the evening was his

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ur last Red Cross meeting was held on Monday 13th April at the home of Rae Bottroff, with four members attending.

We sincerely thank the Mannum and district residents who generously donated to “Red Cross Calling”. We raised $3000, the largest amount we have ever raised.

A big thank you to the two members and five others from the community who gave up their time collecting from house to house.

We also thank our members, plus one other, who collected from the main street for two weeks. This has been an incredible effort, especially as this is now the only fundraising we do.

Arrangements were made to once again place a Red Cross wreath at the Anzac Day service.

Our next meeting will be held at Rae Bottroff’s home on May 11th, at 2:00pm, with Dora Eisen (Regional President for our area) visiting.

Anyone interested in knowing more about Red Cross is welcome to attend. Please contact Rae on 8569 1739. Our meetings always conclude with afternoon tea.

sharing of the struggle he had with a very deep depression brought on by his history of a dysfunctional family and abuse as a teenager. This all surfaced much later in his adult life and brought him to a point where he felt suicide was his only way out. With the help of prayer and Christian counsellors he was able to find his way back, repair his marriage and start writing and singing again. The songs he wrote through this dark trial were very moving and inspiring for us.

He had with him CDs and DVDs of his work, the book he wrote about his time of depression and some very catchy red and white bumper stickers!

For those who missed out on this great night do yourself a favour and check out his website: www.julesriding.com.

Rae Bottroff, Vice President

Centenary Laying Foundation Stone Lock 1 Blanchetown – 5th June 2015 – 11am

A ceremony was held on 5 June 1915, to mark the first step in the construction of all the locks and weirs and storage works on the Murray River.

100 years later we will celebrate the centenary of the laying of the foundation stone at Lock 1, Blanchetown, a historically significant occasion for the nation, the beginning of the development and continued growth of river basins and communities and improved navigation.

As in 1915, The PS Marion will again steam into Blanchetown bringing Parliamentarians and others to this event at the Lock site, taking part in acknowledging the importance of the construction of Locks and the continued joint investment by the Commonwealth and State Governments, along with the contributions of those who have worked and managed Australia’s principal river system over this time.

A book “Harnessing the River Murray” about the people who built the Locks, written by historian Helen Stagg, will also be launched.

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When: Friday 5 June 2015 Where: Lock 1 Lawns, Blanchetown, with parking available nearby.

11:00am - PS Marion steams into Lock 1 to be met by school children and Visitors who can gather on lawns adjacent the lock chamber.

11:30am - Official Proceedings continue at the invitation of the Honourable Ian Hunter MLC, unveil plaque, book launch, followed by lunch.

RSVPs appreciated, phone 8595 2211 Or email communications@sawater.com.au

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Musical Miscellany Swi-ing is the Thi-ing IV

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efore Elvis was seen in many places. Before the New York underground was plastered with “Bird Lives” there was Glenn Miller. Miller was lost on a flight from England to Paris during World War II. It was the 15th of December 1944. The number of sightings and stories about him since then could well fill a book.

Glen Miller’s real name was Alton Glenn Miller. He began his musical life as a trombonist. He was not in the first rank with that instrument. Benny Goodman said that Glenn was second class and knew it. However he played with bands such as Ben Polack’s in the twenties and early thirties. As a freelance, he played with such as the Dorsey brothers, Red Nichols and Benny Goodman.

He also worked with leader Smith Bellew and wrote arrangements for the band. In 1935 he organised then played in the American band of Englishman Ray Noble.

Again he wrote arrangements.

With all this experience he determined to lead his own band and so he formed his first band in 1937. It was not a success and fairly soon was disbanded. In 1938 he made his second attempt. This time he evolved the sound which became known as the Miller sound. It was basically the result of the clarinet playing in a higher register leading over the saxophone section.

Glenn wrote his own theme song, Moonlight Serenade.

However there was a saga before the words we know came to belong to the tune. The tune was written as an exercise during Glenn’s sojourn with Ray Noble. At one time Eddie Heyman, best known for his collaborative effort on the song Body and Soul, wrote words to the tune which was then called Now I Lay me Down to Weep. Glenn found the words rather too sad for a theme. George Simon, journalist for Metronome and close friend of

Miller’s, also tried his hand. Not acceptable. Finally Mitchell Parish who wrote the words for Stardust was contacted and produced the words which are so well known today.

The Miller orchestra enjoyed great success from 1938 to 1942 when Glenn Miller disbanded the unit and enlisted in the US services as a captain. He formed bands in the services and some of his former musicians were again members. Others were new and became known because of performances for the troops. Drummer Ray McKinley, clarinettist Peanuts Hucko and pianist Mel Powell were among the new names.

There is still an official Glenn Miller orchestra. It is currently touring Australia and will appear in Adelaide and Mt Gambier next month. Also there is an official Glenn Miller web site at www.glennmiller.com. Several Glenn Miller fan clubs exist. They publish magazines and cover releases of compilations of Miller music. Perhaps the best of these is The International Glenn Miller Society in England which publishes a magazine and deals with other memorabilia. In the US there is the Glenn Miller Birth Place Society which organises a three day festival in mid-June.

The music of Miller lives on. El Cheapo CDs are plentiful. If you want better quality and some details of the music and players you will find the organisations mentioned above helpful.

So today we still hear the sounds of the Miller orchestra playing Moonlight Serenade, In the Mood and Pennsylvania 65000 as we walk through shopping Malls.

Popular music over seventy years old, yet still young.

Monument Corner Signage ouncillors Kelly Kuhn and Steve Wilkinson, members of Mid Murray Council Main Street Working Party, recently held discussions with business owners/lessees on Randell Street in relation to promotional signage at the RSL Monument Corner.

The response to the survey undertaken was for the signage to be retained, however it is requested that the signage is to be simple and to be removed by the relevant organisation promoting the event, immediately after the event.

It would be appreciated if event organiser s co uld undertake this.

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Agribusiness Growth Program outh Australian agribusinesses and food and beverage producers are being urged to take part in a new pilot program to help them plan and manage their growth.

Agriculture, Food and Fisheries Minister Leon Bignell has announced the start of the new Agribusiness Growth Program.

The $1.3 million State Government funded program – over four years – enables small to medium businesses to seek the assistance of expert consultants.

The consultants will provid e comprehensive evaluation of their current position and growth plans as well as a report which lays out business

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improvements and action needed for growth.

Mr Bignell said the Agribusiness Growth Program was an excellent opportunity for small-to-medium South Australian businesses.

“The success of the State Government’s premium food and wine from our premium environment priority is underpinned by small to medium businesses,” Mr Bignell said.

“We want them to target high value markets, attract investment, and make sound decisions about business expansion,” he said.

“This initiative opens doors to each of

these objectives.”

The Agribusiness Growth Program has been designed by the Department of Primary Industry and Regions SA (PIRSA) and will be managed by Food South Australia.

Businesses need to apply and demonstrate they meet eligibility criteria and, if they do, will be accepted on a first-in-first-serve basis From there, they have access to a grant to contribute to the cost of the one-on-one coaching.

More information about the program, eligibility, and how to apply is available at www.foodsouthaustralia.com.au

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Making Mannum Memorable hil and Chris Wilksch are two more notable newbies I met at the recommended bi-annual Welcome BBQ at the Rowing Club. They moved to our fine town about seven months ago and, like many others, have a fascinating background.

Phil can trace his ancestors back six generations to the very first Germans who settled in the Barossa Valley. Born and bred in Nuriootpa, Phil moved to Adelaide – with a few side-trips to visit his parents in New Guinea (as it was called) – to study for his PhD in Physics. Also descended from Teutonic pioneers of the 1840s, Chris grew up on a dairy farm near Mt Gambier. In Adelaide, she went to boarding school, studied remedial teaching at Teachers’ College, and met Phil through the Lutheran Church.

She and their children accompanied Phil to Boulder, Colorado, where he worked for three years on post-doctoral projects. After a brief sojourn in Adelaide, they all moved to Melbourne where Phil worked as Associate Professor of Applied Optics at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University). While across the border, Chris gained more qualifications and taught Business Studies at a TAFE, and worked as a “technical writer and go-between” for a company involved in building the Crown Casino.

After 28 years in the Victorian capital, they felt a need to move. Mannum was an ideal choice because they had some family already here, it is a “good size”, and close to Adelaide where Phil’s father still lives with an agility that belies his 102 years. But Phil and Chris did leave behind in Melbourne four children, who work in a range of

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careers including web-design and music, and five grandkids.

But initial plans to downsize were thwarted when they bought the sizeable, timeworn but charming Lutheran pastor’s home originally built in 1896 along the old goat track. So, the Wilkschs have now embarked on extensive renovations they realise could take “ten years” to complete.

Phil’s interests include bowling; the “Pedal Wheelers”, a group who (among other outings) cycle the roads to Younghusband on Saturdays and chat over coffee; and – thankfully – renovating. Chris enjoys patch-working; reading some of her 3000 books from all sorts of genres; writing poems and theological pieces; and – thankfully – renovating. Moreover, they are both busily involved in the local Probus club and Lutheran Church, where Phil plays the pipe organ.

And like other mature-aged Mannumites, they also plan to escape the chilly winter months and visit friends in the warmer northern stretches.

While delighting in Mannum’s “river views” and “sense of community”, they do bemoan the need to travel occasionally to Murray Bridge or Adelaide for some things, and also the “Mannum time” often adhered to by local tradesmen. But perhaps it doesn’t matter because renovations will ensure that Phil and Chris will be going nowhere fast for many years to come. And that suits them just fine.

Paul Greenway

[If you know of a recent resident likely to make an impression on our fine town, please contact me at plgreenway@live.com.au]

The Children Made it A Great Day

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he Mannum sub-branch of the RSL held its commemorative dawn service this year at the monument attended by approximately 800 local residents.

After the service the scouts and 622 Squadron led the return march back to the RSL rooms.

During the morning the local schoolchildren sang songs from the war years, which was appreciated by the large crowd.

The highlight of the morning was when the scouts and local schoolchildren planted 41 white crosses outside in the Memorial garden, representing the local servicemen and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice and did not return home from WW1.

As per the protocols, the children planted the crosses then stood to attention with head bowed in acknowledgement.

It was truly a great day, made special by the children.

Joan Sando

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Lock 1 Foundation Stone Centenary

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n June 5 , 100 years ago, the PS Marion conveyed the official party to Lock 1 at Blanchetown for the laying of the foundation stone by His Excellency the Governor of South Australia, Sir Henry Galway, KCMG, DSO. PS Marion is returning for the centenary celebrations of this auspicious occasion: a re-enactment ceremony and public luncheon event presented by SA Water on 5th June 2015.

It was stated ‘An Army of Parliamentarians’ attended this grand occasion on the 5th June 1915, including the Prime Minister, The Right Hon. Andrew Fisher PC, the Premier of South Australia, the Hon. Crawford Vaughan MP, the Federal Attorney-General the Hon W M Hughes, the Premier of New South Wales, W A Holman and the Minister of Industry the Hon. R P Blundell, to name a few.

PS Marion, specially fitted out for the occasion by the Chief Engineer of Gem Navigation Company, Mr Fuller, departed Goolwa on 30th May 1915 with a party of parliamentary representatives. The Governor of South Australia, Sir Henry Galway, boardedinMurray Bridge after travelling by rail from Adelaide.

The Advertiser, 7th June 1915 reported, “History was made at Blanchetown on Saturday by the ceremonial inauguration of work in connection with the first attempt made to harness and control the waters of the River Murray.

“The William R. Randell lock will be the first link in this wonderful chain that is calculated to revolutionize the development of large tracts of southern and eastern Australia. Named worthily in memory of one of the pioneers of the River Murray trade ...”

Captain Smith navigated the Marion to the lock site at Blanchetown, to be greeted with school children with flags lining the riverbank.

It was reported as, “A gay scene presented itself on the western bank, which was crowded with people from Renmark, Morgan, Waikerie, Mannum, Angaston, Truro, and Blanchetown.

Flags were flown in abundance. At the start of

the proceedings the assembled school children sang Rule Britannia and God Save the King.”

The re-enactment on Friday 5th June will relive this momentous occasion in the history of the river and our State.

Mayor Dave Burgess of the Mid Murray Council is extremely excited to be stepping back into the history books to the time when the Marion was involved in cementing Murray River history on a national level. He said, “I feel very privileged to be taking part in this re-enactment and joining the community of Blanchetown for this official function to commemorate the commencement of such a ground-breaking and innovative project with the building of the first lock on the Murray River.”

PS Marion will offer a three day cruise, departing Mannum on the 3rd June, to arrive on the 5th, as she did 100 years ago. Again, the Marion will have dignitaries boarding prior to her arrival in Blanchetown for the public celebrations and official commemoration ceremony and luncheon at Lock 1.

For further information on the PS Marion cruises associated with the Lock 1 Foundation Stone Centenary Celebrations, please visit www.psmarion.com or contact the Mannum Dock Museum on 8569 2733.

Wednesday 3rd June Three Day PS Marion Cruise from Mannum to Blanchetown Friday 5th June 2015 Lock 1 Blanchetown.

11:00am: Lock 1 Foundation Stone Centenary Celebrations. Free entry. Parking nearby.

11:30am: Official Ceremony and Plaque Unveiling, followed by lunch.

1:30pm: PS Marion 1 Hour Cruise.

3:30pm: PS Marion 4 Hour Dinner Cruise 3.30pm: PS Marion Overnight Cruise Cruise Information and Bookings: museum@psmarion.com or 8569 7233. www.psmarion.com.

See also pages 17 and 18.

MANNUM DOMICILIARY CARE Home and Community Care (HACC) Services Are you elderly or a carer and needing some help in the home?  cleaning (including vacuuming, washing floors, cleaning bathrooms, toilets and various other tasks)  Personal care  Respite  Equipment  Podiatry Fees apply for the above services

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Volunteering at Aminya Would you like to make a meaningful contribution to your community?

Can you spare a few hours occasionally or regularly?

Roles a volunteer could assist include:    

For more information about any of these services, please phone Coralie on 8569 0240 Monday to Friday – Between 8:30am and 4:30pm Or Pick up a handbook which outlines the fees and services available from the Hospital, Medical Centre or Dom Care Page 22

Maintenance or optimum good looks and durability, timber decks should be oiled on a regular basis. How often depends on various factors, for example: north facing, physical abrasion, how much sun and rain.

Maintenance is simplified if oiling takes place before deterioration of the coating allows weathering of the timber to occur.

The purpose of deck oiling is to slow down the rate at which the timber will take up or lose moisture; oiling reduces expansion, contraction, checking and loss of colour.

Deck Oiling Decking was once a living tree, taking up moisture and nourishment from the earth and carrying them up to the uppermost branches and leaves. Sap flows through the porous fibres of the wood. After the logs are cut at the sawmill 50% - 60% of the water contained in the wood is removed through an air drying process. Finally, in a controlled heated kiln process, the residual moisture level is reduced to below 20%. The water is removed through the wood pores, which remain open until properly sealed and finished. It is important to note that when any timber is exposed to the weather it will take up (absorb) and lose moisture as the environment around the timber changes on daily and seasonal basis. The timber will expand or contract (both laterally and vertically) when it takes up or loses moisture. Proper oiling will greatly minimise this effect. Good quality hardwood decking will last for many years before there is any substantial decay.

However, to avoid discolouration, it is important to adopt a regular cycle of maintenance. Failure to do so won’t cause your deck to rot, but your deck will most certainly become discoloured, the surface will become rough and an overall unattractive appearance. The application of deck oil will minimise the effects of weathering of any timber in an exposed situation.

As mentioned earlier, hardwood timber has gone through a drying process. New decking literally craves oil.

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All volunteers require a National Police Check which is free of charge for volunteers.

To find out more, please phone 8569 1749 and speak with Ruth or Wendy.

Aminya is a community-based, non-profit, incorporated Association providing quality residential aged-care services to the people in Mannum and surrounding areas.

Issue Number 102

On My Bookshelf Diary of A Young Man Adelaide 1891 – March 1st - March 8th MARCH 1ST SUNDAY 7.30. Routine. Mother at Woodville (Lou’s). Fine day.

Took Follett’s class in afternoon school – 11 boys, mostly ill-behaved. Met Richards (blind) and took him home to tea. Attended every service. Home 8.0. Miss Nellie Milne from Mt Barker visiting.

Spent some time thinking on a subject that is just now more than interesting to me – that which I wish to do, I think I may, and yet I cannot see how!

Truly I am a stupid mortal.

Piano. Bible, Bed 10.30.

MARCH 2ND MONDAY 6.45. Bath. Fine day. Lunched in town (fruit). Robert Neill, so n of the Railway C o mmi s s i o n e r ’ s , b e g a n working in the office with me today. Busy. Received monthly pay today, being now on the Annual list. Miss Florence Burden called upon us, at home, but unfortunately I had to get away to Hindmarsh to the Boys’ Club to give the Gym lesson – how I blessed my unlucky fate!

Called upon Willie, whose little girl Branchy is unwell. Home 9.30. Rub down. Bed about 11.0.

MARCH 4TH WEDNESDAY 6.20. Tennis with Alfred.

Bath. Busy. Home to dinner and to tea via Hindmarsh. Evening service at 7.30. Mr Goode gave interesting particulars of a letter from Frank Burden*, missionary in China. Called on Bennetts and congratulated Fred Bennett on his intended 6 month holiday in Victoria - his health needs it much. Also recommended to him the service of Christ. Called at Mill’s for sisters, home 10.15.

F o u n d C a s s e l l s “Remembrance” a very useful list of hints in Medicine, Sanitation. Supper 11, bed 11.30. * Frank Burden is the brother of Miss Florence Burden who he seems rather keen on.

MARCH 5TH THURSDAY 7.0 Bath. Warm day. Busy, fruit lunch, bought silver bar for watch chain, Tutor (book) for the Flute (the study of which I

think of beginning) and Wiggs for Cobbett’s Grammar. Busy till 5. Met McCormick, Hendry, Sharland. Tea. Have felt neuralgic headache today.

Watered garden. Wrote three letters, one to Mr William Norman Sen. sympathising with him on his wife’s death, another to Hounslow, Missionary of Port Adelaide, calling attention to Alick Richards, and another to Fred Bennett urging upon him the necessity of deciding for the service of Christ. Rode bicycle for exercise. Girls attended sewing meeting. Read.

Bed 11.

MARCH 7TH SATURDAY Bath. Very hot and unpleasant. Busy. Paid Garlick, Architect, balance of 54 pounds re building at Hindmarsh.

Dined at Woodville, Mother still there. To Port Adelaide and inspected S.S. Innamincka, a fine vessel, and bade farewell to Fred Bennett, handing him the letter written on Thursday.

Called on Richards (blind basket maker) and chatted re

flute. Caught 3.30 train. Still very hot. To North Adelaide per car and called on Hendry and with him to Blind School and borrowed flute to learn upon.

Home for tea. Tried flute - poor progress. Dust storm and rain.

Bath at 10, bed 11. Sleep poor.

Close night.

MARCH 8TH SUNDAY 8.0 Bath, routine. Taught Follett’s class at 2.30, good behaviour to my surprise.

Prayer meeting. Visited Gillingham – still laid up.

Lovely day. Sacrament after evening service. Thought much, wrote to sister Lou, recommending more of the love of the Christian life as a remedy for some of her overwork and worry. Supper, walk and posted letter. Bed 11.

Jo Kader

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Issue Number 102

From the Lions Den

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annum Lions members recently had a fellowship weekend away at Tanunda. A great time was had by all.

Mannum Lions are still collecting good saleable goods for our garage sales. If anyone has goods to donate could you please ring Barry Ramm on 8569 1423 or Barry Mansell on 8569 1032 so we can arrange collection. This is a great source of funds.

Donations of $2000 each have been made by Mannum Lions to the earthquake appeal in Nepal and the New South Wales flood appeal.

Further funds are to be dispersed shortly to other recipients.

We have had a good year fundraising and hope that we have helped needy causes where possible.

Our bottle and can collection is our main fundraiser. If anyone would like to donate bottles and cans could you please ring Lion Ramon Leahy on 8569 1576 to arrange collection. Every bit helps and the majority of the money raised goes back into our community.

Our next function will be catering at the Truck and Ute Show on Sunday 7th June. We will be in the Lions shelter on Mary Ann Reserve behind the Mannum Club. See you there for the usual good Lions feed.

This Lions year is almost over and our new board will be inducted on 23rd June at our handover dinner at the Mannum Club.

Wetland Wagtails our metres from our garden seat a pair of wagtails were nest building on a low branch.

We sat with morning coffee as the pair explored nooks and crannies beneath our verandah for spider web to help weave their cup nest. One morning, both parents were gone. Surely they wouldn’t have abandoned it? No! It was ‘energy building’ time, preparing for the long task of laying, hatching and rearing to come. I sneaked a quick look another morning, when the nest seemed empty. Three tiny freckled white eggs fitted snugly in the soft lining. A scolding parent soon warned me off.

The parents swapped ‘egg warming duties’ regularly. As one landed on a nearby branch, the sitter left to go hunting and its mate swooped in for its sitting shift. Excitement was high when the first egg hatched, followed within days by two more.

Being first has obvious advantages. Fussed over and fed, ‘Boss of the brood’ (with the widest gape) gained weight and strength. Last-born was pushed aside, smothered and pooped upon. It was difficult to get any attention. But these parents were a hard-working team and eventually saw to junior’s needs.

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Barry Mansell

Mannum Lions – We Serve

Mannum Day Centre

Mannum Day Centre is open from Mondays to Fridays except Public Holidays. The Day Centre is available for hire by community groups for a small donation.

Please ring on 8569 0219 for more information.

WEEKLY Monday

9:30am

Knitting Group. Bring your craft along and join in!

Tea/coffee provided. For $7, stay for a cooked lunch.

Tuesday 10am-2:30pm Social Day. Bingo in morning and games in afternoon.

Cost $7 for the day which includes cooked lunch.

Thurs/Friday * 10:00am Scrabble Day. (*Alternating Thursday/Friday. Dates change so please ring to confirm times.) Come and enjoy a relaxed game of Scrabble. Cost $2 for the morning or $7 with a cooked lunch MONTHLY 2nd Monday 1:30pm Mannum Red Cross 2nd & 4th Wed 11am-2pm Men’s Group. Socialising and companionship. $7 for centre based activities including a cooked lunch.

Outings are held on a regular basis. Costs may vary on these days.

1st and 3rd Wednesday Card Afternoon. Bring your cards and participate in a 1:30-3pm friendly relaxed game of 500, Canasta, Bridge, Whist (the choice is yours!). Cost $2 (includes afternoon tea.)

4th Wed 6:30-9:30pm Men’s Discussion Group.  Mike McDowell 8569 2818.

Twice we assisted the family when their distress calls drew our attention. Two brown snakes in the garden could smell baby birds and were interested. The parents fearlessly fluttered and dipped centimetres from fangs of the first snake.

He wasn’t deterred. I flew outside – a witch with a broomstick and shriek to wake the dead! Bash, bang, poke … he’d met his match and disappeared. A week later Max saw off ‘snake two’. Chattering and warily watching the garden followed each intrusion. We seemed to be acknowledged with a cheerful ‘tweet’ call after both escapades.

For several days, Boss Chick stood on the nest edge exercising his wings. Middle chick soon joined him and by late Christmas Day all three had flown to nearby branches, where the parents continued to feed them. What a wonderful Christmas gift! The painting of three willy wagtail chicks was a birthday gift to us by our daughter Ilona.

White Browed Babblers It’s spring in Caloote and the white browed babblers are building again, sharing the task, like villagers of old, collecting and carrying, weaving and fastening homes of stick and anything found, securing a place to raise their young, a place to slip into, unobserved by predatory hawks who swoop low but cannot discern a nest in this cleverly designed mess of sticks.

Inside, the extended family feigns absence, snuggles together in a felted living room, safety in camouflage, safety in subterfuge.

Time passes. A head pops out below the litter roof.

All’s clear. Like arrows from a spinney fired – one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight dart into a tangled, spiky wattle then hop to the garden bed, tunnelling and turning the dry bush litter, babbling excitedly when a plump morsel is found. Sharing the terror and the reward.

Jacqui Merckenschlager

Mannum Hospital Programs  8569 0200 Audio Clinic: for appointments  1800 057 220.

Child & Youth Health Services:  1300 733 606 for appointment.

Community Nursing Service: Murray Mallee Community Health Service  8535 6800.

Purchase of Crutches: visit the hospital or  8569 0200.

Mannum Domiciliary Care Services:  8569 0240 or through the hospital  8569 0200.

Meals on Wheels: Doctor’s referral necessary.

Optometrist: For an appointment  8569 0200.

Physiotherapy (Private): Consulting Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Appointments  8569 0200.

Private Podiatry: Appointment to be made at the Domiciliary Care Office  8569 0240.

Mannum Medical Centre –  8569 0222 Immunisation / * IMVS Collection Centre.

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* Asthma Clinic / Cardiologist / Continence Clinic / Diabetic Clinic / Dietitian / * Echocardiograms / Hypertension clinic / Mental Health Clinician / Psychologists / * Physiotherapist (Public) / Women’s Health Clinic For more information or transport to attend the Day Centre activities, please * Doctor’s referral required contact Louise Haby, Mannum Day Centre Coordinator (8569 0219) Issue Number 102 Mannum Mag Page 25

Requiem for A Pioneer (farewell, my heart) Based on the true story of a woman from the Hallett/Mt Bryan region of SA who became so depressed by loneliness during her drover husband’s long absences that she took her life.

You said I’d learn to love the land, my heart, when droving drew you months from me and time became my beau.

Some masterpieces proved you right, like twilight’s crimson glow that bled the distance holding us apart.

This hut has been my sanctuary and cell; a refuge from the elements of heat and brooding rains, a jail for my emotions wearing isolation’s chains, a bushland-Heaven wrapping of my Hell.

And when the rays of breaking dawn rode out and kissed you, I stretched my lonely arm to where you sleep and missed you.

And when the rays of dawn rode out each day and kissed you, I stretched my lonely arm to where you sleep and missed you.

For this has been my passion and my pain, to be with you in fancy on your overlanding trails.

I’ve plotted every progress and I’ve scripted all your tales; my heart, I shan’t be doing that again.

But if the rays of breaking dawn are late or miss you, I’ll come again in dreams to where you sleep and kiss you.

The Outback paints my final morn of art; I’ll leave the backdoor open to receive each sun that sets.

And when in time you enter, there must be no grim regrets; farewell, until the Endless Dawn, my heart.

Max Merckenschlager This poem’s credentials: Statuette winner at Grenfell, 2006; Inverell’s ‘Golden Angel’ winning song, 2006;finalist in Tamworth’s Bush Laureate ‘poem of the year’, 2009.

I’ve stared at hands of solitaire, my heart; the diamond nights of glitter and the golden days of gleam.

But every task I started soon became a silent scream my shaking, writer’s quill a poisoned dart.

The painting of my homeland on the wall has been a prison window to the world I left behind.

Sweet melodies of nightingale to memory’s confined; replaced by raven’s sombre, mocking call.

Faithless Chandelier Give me the sun Give it to me, just for a day For a day I would hang from it like a chandelier A pillar in a universe so fluid Starlight I call Bring to me todays paper Death and senseless drones, show me cartoons Just ingest the simple pleasures

And when the rays of dawn rode out each day and kissed you, I stretched my lonely arm to where you sleep and missed you.

I’ve waited with your hobbled horse, my heart, and watched you spread your midnight swag beneath a blaze of stars.

In trees above your campsite slumbered gangs of pink galahs, exploding when the dawning begged a start.

Beside a ford you crossed, I washed my hair; you paused and let your thirsty mob enjoy a leisured fill.

The trail-dust settled softly and the breathless day sat still, while choral hymns of crickets blessed the air.

I’ve circled over purple peaks, my heart, while far below you struggled on to find a hidden soak.

The weary stock were mindless, every step a laboured yoke; their instinct and your expertise the chart.

Tired eyes Faithless smiles Playing the old beat non-stop Opaque hearts, steel tongues Give me the sun Give it to me, just for a day For I wouldn’t give it back A testament of a universe in strength Isayah Kuhlmann

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Harry The Duffer

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ncle Ned was actually my grand-father’s brother. He was the family black sheep. After completing matriculation he went on the Wallaby Track. Without the family knowing, he bought a blanket from an ex-army store, put a couple of changes of clothes in it, tied it in the customary manner, closed his savings account and caught a train to Hay or Burke or somewhere. There was a note left to say he wouldn’t be back for a while. As time passed he would irregularly turn up at his brother’s home. In later years he loved to visit me and my sister as we were his only nephew and niece. We looked forward to his visits because he kept us well supplied with lollies and tall stories.

“Have I told you about Harry the Duffer?” he would ask. A shake of our heads and he would begin.

“It was in Come You Back. They found some silver there once. The time I’m talking about was later than that. All that was left was a bank and a police station, a local hall that was used for a court house and a church, a general store, a pub and a post office. There were some cattle yards at one end of the main street and there would be a sale once a month.

“On Friday nights a bus would come through bringing back those who worked in other larger towns. It also brought in the visiting padre. On Monday morning the bus went in the opposite direction taking out the workers and the padre.

“The pub was pretty popular and was visited by the station hands from all around, particularly on Saturday nights. Old Fred, the publican, didn’t worry too much about closing hours particularly when the local cop was out of town, as he often was.

“It was Saturday afternoon, late. Bluey, who had very

red hair, Curley who didn’t have any, Shorty who was about six foot four, the weekly God Botherer and I were having a quiet drink and a yarn when Harry came in. He ordered a drink and walked over to where we were standing.

“Everyone knew Harry duffed a few cattle from time to time. He only came in for a drink when the cop was out of town. Harry told us he had been further north and they were moving cattle on one or two stations. He had been working pretty hard and was in need of a drink or two, he said.

“It was near closing time when the local policeman walked in. He stood at the door looking around and spotted Harry. ‘I want you,’ yelled the policeman as he moved towards us.

“Quick as a flash Harry dodged around the side of the bar and disappeared through another door. The policeman fell over someone’s feet and lost time untangling himself from a forest of legs.

“Outside Harry grabbed a bike that was parked against the pub wall.

“Now, Come You Back was not a wealthy community, but they did provide a bike for the visiting minister to use for visits to parishioners. It was this bike that Harry had grabbed.

“Harry got about a hundred yards down the road before he remembered he didn’t know how to ride a bike.

He promptly wobbled into a verandah post of the post office, fell off and broke his arm. The policeman arrived breathless and arrested him. So you see it was Harry the Duffer who shot through on the padre’s bike and that was where the expression came from.”

The Diarist

Mannum Bowling Club Social Bowls

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he popular winter social bowls program is well under way at the Mannum Bowling Club. Weekly games are held on Thursdays and Saturdays. Games commence at 1pm and finish at approximately 4:30pm.

Entries can be made by phoning the Bowling Club 8569 1499 between 11:30am and 12:30pm on the day. All entries must be in by 12:30pm.

The Club has bowls that can be used by new bowlers, and coaching can be arranged. The only requirement is that flat soled shoes must be worn. This event finishes late August and restarts again on Thursday nights in November.

Newly elected Social Co-ordinator, Marlene Davies, would like to extend a warm welcome to anyone who is interested in learning to play or anyone who would like to just come in and enjoy the company of the bowlers and their friends, while enjoying our great facilities. Membership is not a requirement.

Marlene can be contacted on Mobile 0427 701 090 to answer any enquiries that you may have.

Gaynor Pitcher

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Palmer Wind Farm he planning application commenced had its public exhibition period from 20th April through to 20th May 2015. The formal public submissions part of the process took place during the last 2 weeks of that period.

Following the public exhibition, Trustpower will then have opportunity to respond to submissions received during the formal consultation period. We are committed to continue to engage with the community during and after the public exhibition period.

Following Trustpower’s response to submissions, the development application will be considered by the Mid-Murray Council Development Assessment Panel. If approval is granted by mid-2015, and there is a favourable outcome of Federal Renewable Energy Target review, construction of the wind farm could potentially commence 2016.

Layout Development There have been no substantial changes, other than minor amendments, to the layout provided during the last public information session prior to lodgement and the updated application submitted to Council in August 2014. If you would like to view a layout that shows in more detail the minor changes please visit: www.trustpower.co.nz/palmerwindfarm

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Project Evolution T r ustp o wer has und er taken a comprehensive voluntary community consultation process for the proposed Palmer Wind Farm prior to and as part of the planning application process.

The purpose of the engagement has been to provide accurate information on the project and wind farms in general to the community. As well as giving the community the opportunity to influence the project design.

A range of investigations and specialist studies were undertaken to inform the site selection process, assess potential impacts and support the planning application.

Through the consultation process, which included 2 community workshops, 3 information days and numerous one on one meetings, the community was provided with updates on these studies as well as the opportunity to liaise with the specialist consultants to understand the process and potentially improve the outcome.

The issues raised during these engagement sessions were documented and incorporated into these specialist studies.

Key outcomes • 29 individual visual simulations prepared for neighbours.

• Number of turbines relocated/ removed from high,

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visually sensitive areas.

Additional targeted property value assessment.

Background noise monitoring at 16 residences.

Total number of turbines reduced from 130 to 114.

Neighbouring Benefit Scheme agreements offered to around 60 eligible neighbours (boundary within 1km, house within 2km).

Neighbouring Benefit Scheme In response to an issue that was consistently raised through the various community consultations, regarding only host landholders typically receiving any direct financial benefits from wind farms, Trustpower agreed to offer direct neighbours to the proposed project a voluntary Neighbouring Benefit Scheme agreement.

This neighbouring scheme will be in addition to the wider community benefit scheme to be implemented following construction.

For more information please visit the project website or contact the Project Team o n 1 8 0 0 6 4 8 6 9 0 , o r e ma i l palmerwindfarm@trustpower.com.au

Office Address: 26 Greenhill Road Wayville SA 5034 Postal Address: GPO Box 1512 Adelaide SA 5001 www.trustpower.co.nz/palmerwindfarm www.facebook.com/palmerwindfarm Trust Power, Palmer Wind Farm

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he approved draft Annual Business Plan and Budget for 2015/16 can be found on the Council website www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au.Capital expenditure amounts to $5,598,000 net. One of my complaints about the draft budget is that I have not been given clear information of what makes up this total in one document. I am not happy with the Annual Business Plan containing projects that are subject to grant funding, some of which take precedence over other needed work not subject to grant funding. Nor am I happy with the proposed level of borrowings, and realise that some of this is to support projects that will only proceed if grants are obtained for them. Some of these grant projects require 50% contribution.

I do not agree with a number of projects included in the budget; in some cases I believe that Council spends too much money looking after tourists, instead of ratepayers. If Council is going to borrow $1,900,000 I would prefer to see more projects that ratepayers are asking for. I have expressed my concerns to the Audit Committee. As Councillors we sometimes have different views, and the majority view prevails. We all try to do the best for the people we represent.

On a positive note, the presentation of the Annual Business Plan is a major improvement on previous years.

The budget proposes increasing the rate in the dollar by 6%, plus there will be adjustments for valuation changes. Council, like the Federal and State Governments, currently spends considerably more than its income. We have a Long Term Financial Plan, but this also has continuing increases in rates above inflation to finance capital

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Councillor Steve Wilkinson improvements and restoration of infrastructure.

Capital works proposed for roads in Shearer Ward amounts to $477,000. Wall Flat Hall is to be renovated and there is funding for the restoration of the historic Rockleigh School. A section of Purnong Road will be reconstructed if Council’s funding application is successful. The Mannum Cemetery roadway will be resealed.

Footpath upgrades in Mannum will continue.

Kerbing work will be carried out to parts of Brook Street to help with drainage problems.

Further work will be carried out to the Mannum Wharf area if grant funding is successful. There is some funding for more Randell Street improvements. We are still awaiting a kerb-ramp at the bottom of Johnson Hill.

All complaints I receive are passed on for actioning. The Director of Infrastructure tells me he is going to organise for some work on Gierke Road in the Rockleigh area in the near future.

Some people have complained about the graffiti on moss rocks between Palmer and Tungkillo. For as long as I can remember this area has been subject to graffiti. I guess those who like doing this type of activity need somewhere to do it, and it’s probably better they do it in a known graffiti spot. I was disappointed to see graffiti on a large rock at the Mannum Waterfalls recently. Council is now looking to implement a program for control of Corella numbers.

I don’t always receive advice when complaints have been attended to by staff, or the reason why works won’t be done or issues resolved. I need to develop a feedback process with Council staff, so that I can advise residents what is happening.

Gavin Smith showed Cr Kuhn and myself

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around TP Bellchambers Reserve. I appreciate his efforts in restoring and maintaining this reserve, with the help of a few other volunteers. I have also had a short discussion with a Palmer resident on the Palmer Wind Farm proposal.

I attended the windfarm consultation meeting at Palmer in February. My understanding is that the Federal Government is part funding this project and it probably would not proceed without that funding. The State Government has passed legislation amending Local Development Plans so that anyone objecting to the project is unlikely to stop the development proceeding. Whilst it would be hard to stop this project from proceeding, it may be possible to add conditions of approval.

Those objecting to the proposal can seek support from the Landscape Guardian Group which gives them a lot better chance of succeeding with any objection.

I collected some signatures for the Pensioner Concessions Petition. Whilst the Federal Government has not restored their funding for Pensioner Concessions, the State Government will fund $200 for pensioners. It appears that this will be paid directly to pensioners and not come off Council rates.

I attended the Palmer Rockarama. The volunteers do an excellent job and the event is a credit to Palmer. It is good to see the Collier Park Pavillion in good condition following renovations. I was lucky enough to view the Floatfest from the PS Marion. It was a great sight to see so many kayaks on the river.

Councillor Steve Wilkinson

Phone: 0439 355 440 or email: crswilkinson@mid-murray.sa.gov.au

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Works, Services and Projects Update from Mid Murray Council rief notes on a selection of items discussed or determined at the Tuesday 12th May 2015 meeting.

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• Council has purchased LED lighting and a webcam with internet connectivity to improve safety at the Tungkillo Community Grounds.

• Closures of Randell Street, Shearer Car Park, Bowling Club Car Park and the Northern End Car Park of Mary Ann Reserve at Mannum on Sunday 7th June 2015 for the Mannum Truck and Ute Show have been approved.

• Mannum Wharf repair and reconstruction works are expected to be completed by the end of the first week in June.

• Final design plans and information, and the Development Application for the Mannum Hospital helipad have been lodged for processing by the Council planning team.

• The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure has agreed to provide funding of $8,960 (plus GST) to complete the works associated with the retaining wall adjacent to Randell Street.

• Council was not successful with its application “Make Mid Murray Kids Matter” under the Fund My Community Program.

• The Council Community Grants funding programs have supported 34 community groups or individuals throughout the Mid Murray Council area.

• Four free community events based on the theme “Help Keep Our Community Safe” have been organised by the Mid Murray Suicide Prevention Network as follows.

Sedan: May 14th, Sedan Park Morgan: May 21st, Morgan Institute Truro: May 28th, Truro Oval Complex Mannum: June 4th,

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• The Barossa Regional Procurement Group (which includes Barossa, Light Regional, Gawler, Mallala and Mid Murray Councils) are currently seeking tenders for a range of purchasing/services and Mid Murray Council local suppliers will have the opportunity to submit a tender.

• An interest free loan of $10,610 over a five year period to purchase a solar system for the Blanchetown Combined Sporting Club was approved.

• A grant of $5,035 to build a walking trail on the easement across Saunders Gorge Sanctuary has been approved.

• Following a request for funding from Destination Riverland, discussions will be held with Loxton Waikerie, Renmark Paringa and Berri Barmera Councils to ensure a common position for further consideration by each Council.

• Council noted the three Bushfire Management Codes of Practice released by the Country Fire Service – Broad Acre Burning, Vegetation Pile Burning and Use of Metal Cutting Tools and Welders.

• The report on the Lower Murray Forum involving the Alexandrina Council, Rural City of Murray Bridge and Coorong Councils with the Mid Murray Council and the Ngarrindjeri Regional Authority was noted.

• Council has endorsed a sponsorship proposal for the Murraylands and Riverland 2015 South Australian Regional Awards presentation evening to be held at the Mannum Community Club on Wednesday 21st October 2015 at a cost of $1,320.

• An Action Plan for the Effective Control of Corellas in Spring, involving public education and defined control methods and locations, will be developed.

• A proposal for a public question time at the

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commencement of Council meetings will be developed for consideration at the next meeting.

Subject to the announcement on projects funded under the Federal Government’s National Stronger Regions Fund Round 1, discussions will be held with the Rural City of Murray Bridge, Alexandrina and Coorong Councils to submit a combined application for Round 2.

Council has agreed in-principle to a new Murray River, Lakes and Coorong Tourism Partnership.

Following endorsement of the new model by the Rural City of Murray Bridge, Coorong and Alexandrina Councils, consultation on the proposed model will be undertaken with Murraylands Tourism Partnership and the South Australian Tourism Commission in an open and transparent manner.

The State Minister for Transport and Infrastructure has advised that allocation of new ferries to a crossing will be made at the time of commissioning of the new ferry and will be based on the priority demand of all the river crossings at this time.

Further, the State Government is investigating options to sustain the ferry services on a long term basis.

Draft guidelines for busking in Randell Street will be developed into a policy for Council’s consideration.

Following an expression of interest for the purchase of the old Mannum Primary School land fronting Walker Avenue, the State Government has advised that the asking price is $230,000. Council will send a letter to the Minister for Education and Childhood Development advising of the community benefit should the land be purchased by Council, rather than the site being listed on the open market for a period of time.

Russell Peate CEO, Mid Murray Council

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Bus: Mannum  Murray Bridge  Mt Barker  Adelaide and Return Monday to Friday except public holidays.

School holiday times (when different) are in brackets.

Mannum to Adelaide Adelaide to Mannum Mannum  Murray Bridge LinkSA Adelaide  Mt Barker Metro bus 842F 8:00am Leave Arnold Park, Mannum 1:50pm (4:03pm) Leave Harris Scarfe Murray Bridge  Mt Barker LinkSA Grenfell Street (Stop G2) 8:45am Leave Murray Bridge, South Mt Barker  Murray Bridge LinkSA Terrace, Information Centre 2:45pm (5:00pm) Leave Mt Barker Mt Barker  Adelaide Metro bus 842F Park & Ride 9:30am Leave Mt Barker Park & Ride, Murray Bridge  Mannum LinkSA Metro bus 842F to Adelaide 3:40pm (5:35pm) Leave Info Centre Detailed timetables are readily available at the Mannum Information Centre.

For more information, telephone 8532 2633 during office hours.

Mannum School Community Library School Term Times School Holidays Mon, Thur, Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Mon, Tue, Wed (am), Thur, Fri: Tue: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Wed: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Wed (pm): 04:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 12 noon Sat: 10:00 am - 12 noon Closed Sunday and Public Holidays. Further information: 8569 2005

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Berth To Let

Hall For Hire

Mannum Waters Berth Number 60 10 metres x 20 metres Suit Large Vessel $60 per week Good location, corner berth, easy to access.

Call owner 0437 860 002.

Hall available for hire Mondays and Wednesdays.

Reasonable rates.

Central location.

Contact treasurer 8569 2385.

Mannum HOSPITAL AUXILIARY CRAFT SHOP Shearer Car Park, Randell Street Mannum We Stock A Large Variety of Jams, Pickles, Chutneys and Sauces.

Books, Bric A Brac, Baby Clothes, Gifts Rugs, Cushions, Patchwork Handbags Decorated Hand Towels, Kitchen Hand Towels.

Footy Rugs, Cushions, Scarves, Caps, and Novelties Opening Hours Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Australian Red Cross THE POWER OF HUMANITY

Cambrai familystore Main Street, Cambrai Wed–Fri and Sun: 10AM–4PM Phone: 8564 5244 Mannum Leisure Centre Supervised Opening Hours

Mon: 10-11:30am Mini Movers; 6:00pm Bootcamp (6 week programs) with Renee Tues: 11-12noon Strength For Life; 3:30-4:30pm Tai Chi; 6-7pm Power Step Wed: 7:30-8am XTraining Class; 67pm TTB and Pilates with Renee Thur: 9:30-10:30am Mannum Movers; 11-12noon Strength For Life; 67pm Aerobics and boxing with Renee Seasonal Evening Programs. Soccer, Mixed Netball, Squash, Men’s Senior Basketball and Aussie Hoops.

Meeting rooms available.

Members 24/7 access. All others:Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:30pm-7:30pm Wednesday 7:30am-11:00am, 3:30pm-7:30pm Friday 7:30am-11:00am, 3:30pm-6:30pm Check out the Mannum Leisure Centre Facebook Page for updates on programs such as Personal Training, specials, etc.

Further information: 8569 0185

mannumleisure@mid-murray.sa.gov.au

Deb Roberts, Programs Manager

Mid Murray Support Services Contact MMSS for details.

Email: mmcss@internode.on.net 71 Randell Street, 10 am - 4 pm.

Phone: 8569 2129.

Men’s Breakfast: 8:30am - 10am, First Tuesday of the Month. River Bar, River Lane entrance, Mannum Community Club. Gold coin donation. Sausages, bacon, toast, juice, cereal and more. Come along and have a chat.

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Community Meetings Clash Calendar Regular meetings only WEEKLY (MCHMannum Community Hub) Monday 9:15-10:30am Mindfulness, MONTHLY st Movement and Meditation Yoga, 1 Monday Uniting Church, Green St, 9:45am Combined Probus, Club.

Mypolonga. Frances Bartlett 0407 10:00am Murray Darlings Red 678311.Notschool/public holidays.

Hatters, Café Mannum. 8569 1438. st Mon, Wed and Fri 1 Tuesday 10:00am-3:00pm The Hall. 5 7:30pm Agricultural Society.

Greening Street. 8569 1643.

Showground.

Tue, Wed and Thur 2nd Tuesday 9:00am-1:00pm Mannum Men’s Palmer Card Day. Collier ParkHall, Shed. MCH. Palmer. 8569 4184. nd Tuesday and Thursday 2 Wednesday 10am-4pm, MIFSA (Mental Illness 9:00am Shared Stitches of Mannum Fellowship of SA). St Andrews Quilting Group. Lions Den, Church, activities, lunch ($3).

Showground. 8569 2363.

8:00pm Mannum Gem and Minerals Tuesday and Friday 8:00am Walkie Talkies. Lions Den, Club. MurraylandsGemandMineral Showground. Helen 8569 2275.

Club, Collier Park Palmer. Leonie Hughes. 8278 2112.

Tuesday 9:30am Prayer and Bible Study; 2nd Thursday Friendship Group (10:30am).

1:30pm Prayer Meeting for Riverword Christian Centre.

Mannum. Baptist Church, William Greening St. 8569 1333.

St. 9:00-10:00am Mannum Weight 3rd Wednesday Watchers. MCH. Jane Kelly 7:00-8:00pm, Combined Churches 8569 1799.

Prayer Meeting. See Pause a While 4:15pm Aroona Joeys. Showground. for location.

5:30pm Aroona Cubs. Showground.

2pm-4pm History Group. MCH. Kym Walton 0407 179 101.

8569 1832. rd Wednesday 3 Thursday 10:00am Down to Earth, 10:30am-2:30pm Seniors Social Community Garden Group. MCH. Activity Days. St Andrews Anglican 10:00-11:15am, Yoga. MCH. Fee Church. 8532 2255. $5.00 Bring your own mat.

11:00am Mannum RSL. Mannum Friday Rowing Club/RSL. 9:30 am Bus Trip. MIFSA 3rd Friday participants, donation. Trevor or 10:00am Secateurs Soup & Soapies.

Sam 0427 442 775 St Andrews Church. All welcome.

3rd Saturday OTHER 10am-mid pm Gem Cutting and 1st and 3rd Sunday Silversmithing W/shop.

9:30am Murray Mallee Field MurraylandsGemandMineralClub, Archers. Long Gully Rd, Mannum.

CollierParkPalmer.LeonieHughes.

Ian Baensch (after 6pm) 8569 1274.

8278 2112.

Alternate Wednesdays 8:00pm-midnight Mannum Dances.

1:00pm Sewing/Craft and Lutheran Hall, Cliff St. Judy 0488 Computing Group. Baptist Church 130 354, Lesley 8569 2449.

House, William St. Lisa 8569 6040, th 4 Thursday Helen 8569 2886.

7:30pm Progress Association. Alternate Fridays Meeting Room Council Chambers.

1:30pm Senior Citizen’s Club. Club Last Monday Rooms. Marnie: 8569 2980.

1:30pm Hospital Auxiliary. Meeting Every Three Months Room, Esmeralda St. 7:30pm Neighbourhood Watch.

Last Wednesday Leisure Centre. Coordinator Russ 6:30pm Mannum Men’s Discussion Dellow 0428 813 201.

Group. Mike McDowell.8569 2818.

Email: editor.mannummag@aussiebb.com.au Contact: General 8569 7392.

Advertising: email Editor.

Deliver: 71 Randell Street, Mannum SA 5238 (a service kindly provided by MMSS) Our email account is provided by Aussie Broadband as a community service

2015 Community Calendar JUNE Lock 1 Centenary Blanchetown Oval Friday 5th, 11:00am Re-enactment, laying the foundation stone.

See page 22 St Andrews Thrift Shop St Andrews Church, 4 Adelaide Road, Mannum Saturday 6th to Tuesday 9th Daily 9 am to 4 pm, except Sunday 12 to 4pm Clothing • Plants • Bric-A-Brac Contact: Berrie Skein Phone: 8569 2385 Truck & Ute Show Randell Street and Maryann Reserve Sunday 7th, 10:00am–4:00pm Admission $2, under 12 free See pages 1 and 13 Rump and Red Night Mannum Football Club Saturday 13th, from 6:30pm Tickets $25 (400 gm rump steak with veg, complimentary glass of red wine and etched wine glass). All welcome.

Tickets available at the bar or contact Merrin 0412 307 720 Sedan Swap Meet Sedan Sports & Recreation Park Sunday 14th, 8:00am Breakfast & swap meet.

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Mannum Garden Group Lions Den Monday 15th, 9:15am Visit Mt Pleasant Community Garden. All welcome.

Lions Den Monday 29th, 10am Guest speaker. All welcome.

Contact: Bev Connell Phone: 8570 4322 Winter Wonderland Ball Mannum Football Club Saturday 30th, 7:30 pm till late Dress up, come along, enjoy some great music. Ticket $25 (2 course meal, bar price drinks, entertainment). All welcome.

Tickets available at bar or contact Merrin 0412 307 720 JULY Mannum Garden Group Lions Den Monday 13th, 10:00am Members’ stories. All welcome.

Contact: Bev Connell Phone: 8570 4322 ICC Movie Night Lutheran Church Hall Saturday 25th, 7:30pm Donation for chaplaincy program.

Mannum Garden Group Lions Den Monday 27th, 10am W ild flo wer s DVD. All welcome.

Contact: Bev Connell

Have Your Event Listed This section of Mannum Mag is for brief notices about community events for the current month and the following month.

In some months space is limited. For extra detail, write a short article for publication inside Mannum Mag. This will also ensure that your event is publicised if there is insufficient space to list your event here.

Your listing should include a location, date, time, cost and a contact number for enquiries.

Remember: When possible, send the calendar entry for publication in the issue of the month before the event.

Weekly Passenger Service Mannum to Murray Bridge Every Thursday: Mannum Information Centre  Murray Bridge Information Centre Depart Arrive Depart Return Mannum 10:00am Murray Bridge 10:45am Murray Bridge 2:30pm Mannum 3:10pm 1st and 3rd Tuesday: Mannum Information Centre  Murray Bridge Information Centre Mannum 10:00am Murray Bridge 10:30am Murray Bridge 1:30pm Mannum 2:00pm Information: LinkSA, 18 Alma Avenue, Murray Bridge SA 5253, Ph: 8532 2633

All material submitted for publication is subject to editorial approval. This is done not to censor, but to ensure topics are relevant to the content of Mannum Mag.

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