Mannum Mag Issue 91 June 2014 by Mannum Community Magazine Inc

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A Mag-nificent Legacy Remembering Rod Mann y beautiful husband, Rod Mann, died on May 2nd at Mary Potter Hospice. During this time of sadness and loss, I’ve found comfort remembering Rod and knowing the wonderful gift he was, not only to me, our families and friends, but to many people in various communities. And thinking about the impact of his time in Mannum, The Mannum Mag stands out as a magnificent legacy. 2005 was a pivotal year for us. We’d married in March the year before and I had happily settled into married life, appreciating the sense of ‘community’ in Mannum that was so dear to Rod. I felt enormous gratitude for my new life with this extraordinary man. Then, just before our first anniversary Rod was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and our lives were forever changed. But Rod soon integrated this new reality, living his mantra of accept and embrace. Those who’ve journeyed with him since, and particularly through the last fifteen months, have, with the utmost awe and respect, witnessed Rod’s acceptance and embracing of the many challenges that life presented him. Midway through 2005 Rod became enthusiastic about the potential of a community newspaper; and when Rod had a sense of possibility he spared no energy in making it a reality. The Mannum Mag was conceived and after a short gestation Sample Issue 1 was delivered in December. While Rod was the paper’s instigator, he was greatly assisted by many, including the Uniting Church community who, in Rod’s own words, had “suffered and supported my ideas faithfully for eight years.” There were also those willing to support this endeavour through advertising, contributions, sharing of opinions, selling goods or making known their talents, skills, interests and gifts. Taking his idea to a community meeting in January 2006, Rod found essential support from a small and committed group who said “yes” to this opportunity and ran with it... and they’re still running 90 editions later!! Rod never thought of the paper as his; it belonged to the community. He sought neither thanks nor praise. In his tribute during

the celebration of Rod’s life, dear friend Ralph Pitman said, “I can imagine Rod saying, ‘thank me no thank you’s... for we did it together.’” Rod was a man of careful words. Without the need to fill the space with his own, he provided a clear space for others to speak, to be heard, for issues to surface, for things to be brought into the light. He claimed no answers, being much more interested in questions and encouraging others to find their own answers to the challenges and mysteries of life. As Ralph put it, “he was not a guru – nor a mentor – he simply walked with us.” Rod would often say he was “just working out his stuff alongside others working out their stuff.” Rod’s was a ministry of presence. He found the sacred in relationship with people in the everyday moments and places; in the street, at the Ground Floor, in the supermarket, gym, Mannum Club, the Men’s Group, Meditation and Art n Soul groups, at the Rec, with the Mag folders at the Showgrounds. I believe The Mannum Mag is a reflection of Rod’s way of being in connection with community. Rod loved receiving his copy of the Mag each month (thank you to the anonymous sender) and seeing how well utilized it was. In his final words about Rod, Ralph concluded that he wouldn’t think of “ashes to ashes or dust to dust – but rather stardust to stardust – for he truly was a star.” To me, Rod was, is and will forever be; a gentle and guiding light. Ruth

Welcome Party for New Residents ne month after the inaugural ‘Welcome Party’ lunch at the Many thanks to Jester Cruises, the Welcoming Party group and rowing club in March, the lucky new comers were offered the support from Mid Murray Support Services, Opal and Mid Murray chance to reconnect with each other during a free tour on the Jester Council through the Arts and Cultural Development Officer, Tess Minett. – well known tour business in The next Welcoming Party lunch Mannum. Owners Helen and Jeff will be at the end of September and Griffiths generously donated their new comers will be contacted through boat, time and tucker to show their a variety of methods and places. If appreciative guests the town and you know of people new to town or down stream shore from a new are new yourself (arriving in the last perspective. 2 years) please get in touch with Tess With informative commentary and at council on 8569 0100. generous welcome, the new Mannum Tess Minett residents enjoyed each others’ company and the perfect autumn day. The happy crowd of new residents at the end of their Jester tour

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7 Classifieds 28 Food is Life is Food 3 Mid Murray Council

27 Mid Murray Support Services 4 On My Bookshelf 24 Musical Miscellany 23 Pause A While 22 Out of this World 8 Whistle Toot

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Letters to the Editor Deadline 27th June for publication in the July issue

Thanks MIFSA Dear Editor, MIFSA Mannum is a fantastic recovery basedgroup for people with mental health issues, those that support them, their friends and family as well. I’d just love to say a BIG thank you as life hasn’t been the best for a lot of folk at times and it’s great to know we can just come in and relax; enjoying a free cuppa and chat, or helping in the kitchen prepare lunch for only a small pittance. Learning new skills even brushing up on old ones like the music group that meets Tuesdays, fortnightly. Thanks Sam, Trevor, Glenys, and often Horrie and Helen who drop in. We also get out on the bus each Friday. We also are looking forward now to camp on 10th to 13th June. What a Rad exciting thing that one will be – Hindmarsh Island, and visiting Victor and all. So, thank you team and the other MIFSA groups who sometimes join us. You have been a real blessing to a lot of us folk. It has helped me to keep up in playing music and song writing as well as singing covers etc., both solo and all of us together, with a bloke called Heath. Getting us into art and gardening too. Just in case your wondering, MIFSA is located in the Anglican Church Hall on a Tuesday and some Thursdays, if not out’n’about, and a day trip on Fridays. It’s been and is a great and friendly place to meet. Thank you. Verona Williams

The Right Stuff Dear Editor, Phew! It was a great belief to read in the Mag that our Mayor and Councillors can assure us all that they have Mid Murray debt (our debt) under control. It is reassuring to know that as ratepayers we won’t be in for any surprise, large rate rises in the foreseeable future to cover out of control debt. I thank the Mayor for his encouragement to residents with a community compassion and positive outlook to improve the environment we live in, to run for Council. I wish

to extend his list of attributes by adding good manners. Should they be successful in representing our community, please acknowledge all correspondence (however vexatious), and if you say you will return a phone call, please do. Ignoring ratepayers concerns and queries is blatant arrogance. If you have put your hand up to represent us on a committee as a Council Representative, please attend those meetings on a regular basis or forgo that position. In the fifty three years I have lived in Mannum, I can only ever remember one Councillor who thought enough of ratepayers’ concerns that he made himself available on a regular basis in an empty shop in Randell Street (until funding was cut). His name was Peter Smith, a man who had all the desirable attributes expressed by our Mayor in his plea for people to nominate for Council, plus the added virtue of actually wanting to connect with residents so that we could in some small way feel part of making our community a more connected, environmentally beautiful andhappy place in which to live. Valorie Bottroff

[2014 Local Government Elections Nominations: Open Tuesday 2nd September Close Tuesday 16th September]

False Prophets? Dear Editor, The Bible answers the really important ‘What if’s…?’ in life, boasts Trevor Goodwin. (Pause A While, May, Issue 90) What if… Trevor has simply abandoned genuine, critical enquiry to satisfy a Christian’s, fear driven, wishing for an afterlife? What if… t h e M a n n u m Interchurch Council came down off their high horse, held off on similarly trite pronouncements, and debated life’s uncertainties? “However modest one may be in one’s demand for intellectual cleanliness, one cannot help feeling, when coming into contact with the New Testament, a kind of inexpressible discomfiture: for the unchecked impudence withwhich the

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least qualified want to raise their voice on the greatest problems, and even claim to be judges of things, surpasses all measure. The shameless levity with which the most intractable problems (life, world, God, purpose of life) are spoken of, as if they were not problems at all but simply things that these little bigots KNEW!” Friedrich Nietzsche What if… you test your claim Trevor, by stating an opinion on truth and falsehood in the Bible? With a view to debate. Graham Boothby

The Rotunda Dear Editor, The Mannum History Group has had an enquiry from a woman who is researching band stands for a book she is writing. We know that the Mannum Rotunda was built in 1913 as a memorial to William Richard Randell, who beat Cadell to launch a paddlesteamer (the Mary Ann) on the Murray by one week. The rotunda was altered sometime later. We will welcome any information you can share: photos, memories, excerpts from family histories, newspaper articles, other sources you know about. What can you tell us about how the rotunda has been used over the years, when was it rebuilt, how did it fare during floods, who worked on it and so on? Information can be left at MMSS, 71 Randell Street, or ‘phone Kay Stevenson on 8569 8161.

Shearer Observatory Dear Editor, InterestinAustralianarchitectural and social history has declined since the peak around the 1988 Bicentennial. That’s no excuse for the sometimes abysmal neglect of listed historic buildings. A case in point is the Shearer Observatory in Mannum. I was shocked to see the interior was not protected from the weather. Consequently it is semi-derelict. Equippedwith a 5 inch reflector telescope, this was the first private observatory in SA and a classic example of independent research done by that paragon of 19th century polymaths, David Shearer. Shearer was not simply the colossus of Mannum- he was a key inventor and industrialist, of national repute. A member of the British Astronomical Association, Shearer built the Observatory before 1908. A photograph of Shearer and his daughter next to the Observatory with a new 1907 Oldsmobile he had bought for her: the Observatory shows some age at this date. Presumably Mid-Murray Council has some responsibility for the Observatory, not to mention the state government. As a new resident of SA, I’m prepared to donate $1000 towards restoration of the Observatory – if municipal and state authorities do their duty. Frank Campbell

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Vale Tom Hemmings

n 1947, a new pharmacist took up a position in the chemist shop on Randell Street. An eligible bachelor, he was welcomed by “Pam” and the other local girls who worked in the shop. To begin with, he lived at the Pretoria Hotel, at a cost of 30/- per week for full board, but when he married an Adelaide girl in 1950, the new couple moved into a flat in the historic house originally owned by David Shearer, the builder of the first steam car in Australia. When their first child arrived, they moved out of the flat into a new house in Albert Street, Mannum. The young pharmacist was Tom Hemmings and his wife’s name was Alison. After a few years, however, the young family moved to Adelaide. This was 1954. After a short time in retail pharmacy, Tom changed to industrial pharmacy, with Faulding Laboratories, and later to hospital work at the Repatriation General Hospital. In 2006, after Alison died, Tom

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decided to return to Mannum – 52 years after they had left. Despite the long gap, Tom was touched that many people still remembered him as “the chemist”. In his declining years, Tom did not let the grass grow under his feet. He was a faithful member of the Uniting Church and enjoyed worshipping at “the little chapel”, as he called it. At the age of 80, he made his first overseas trip, visiting Europe and the UK, and was able to visit the Welsh village where his family had come from. He developed his passions for photography and writing (notably a booklet about some of his experiences, called “An Apothecary’s Tale”, which we hope to serialise in future MAGs), bought a boat and even took flying lessons. Tom died at the beginning of May. His funeral was held in Adelaide on 8th May. He was universally regarded as a true gentleman. Carl Gross

Mannum Waterfalls

am hoping some of the Mannum Mag readers may be able to help with my research. I am very much interested in the history of the Mannum Waterfalls, the Tepko area including Palmer, and also the indigenous connections to the area, original land holders/holdings, if and/or when it became a Conservation Area or if it is Crown Land or Farmland and from what dates. And if there has been any local government actions concerning the Waterfall area.

I would also like to contact sources of old photographs of the Ravine and the Falls or the area coming into Palmer from the Hills where The Bear resides. I am researching this area for background information for an exhibition to be held in the Murray Bridge Regional Gallery in August.

Shared Stitches of Mannum hared Stitches of Mannum • Helps the Cancer Council Helpline provide free and recently hosted Australia’s confidential information and Biggest Morning Teaat the Mannum support on all aspects of cancer. Bowling Club. Around 90 people supported the function. Guest • Goes towards helping childcare centres and primary schools join speakers, included Debbie Lindner the National SunSmart Schools regarding the Mannum Hospital Program. Aged Care and Peter Hague who • Helps fund ground-breaking talked about Donate for Life on research into new and better behalf of the Taylor Foundation. ways to prevent, diagnose and Both speakers were very informative treat cancer. and appreciated by all. The President of Shared Stitches of The Shared Stitches of Mannum Mannum, Joan Kroehn said, “We President Joan Kroehn said, “I are very pleased to advise that we would like especially to thank the have raised $2,063 for the Cancer Mannum Bowling Club for use of Council from Australia’s Biggest theirpremises and kitchen, Foodland Morning Tea in Mannum. Our Mannum, I.G.A. Mannum, Males Association is very appreciative to Meats and Lovells Bakery for their all those that assisted to make this assistance in helping Shared Stitches such a success.” with Australia’s Biggest Morning The Cancer Council has advised Tea in Mannum to raise these funds that donations and contributions for the Cancer Council.” help in the following ways. The winners of our Biggest MorningTea Raffle were: • Gives newly diagnosed cancer patients important support and 1st A and R Quast. Quilt valued at information resources for what’s $1000. Ticket number: 546. ahead. 2nd Jan Leshleck. Goodie Basket • Helps offer easy, practical tips on valued at $150. Ticket number recipes and lunch box ideas that 694. will encourage children to eat 3rd Val Towill. Deluxe Handmade more fruit and veg, reducing their cards valued at $100. Ticket cancer risk. number 21. • Goes towards resources to help Over the last three years, Shared GPs and health professionals Stitches of Mannum has raised advise their patients about cancer $8,295 for the Cancer Council. prevention, screening and Merrin Plumridge-Peate diagnosis.

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District Church Services for Mannum Congregations ANGLICAN 6 Adelaide Road. Ph: 8569 2385 Mannum, Sundays 10:30 am BAPTIST William Street. Ph: 8569 6040 Mannum, Sundays 10:30 am CATHOLIC Mau Street. Ph: 8531 1699 Mannum, Mass: 1st Sunday 9:30 am, all others 8:30 am LUTHERAN 79 Cliff Street. Ph: 8569 2863 Mannum, Sundays 9:00 am, Sunday School 9:45 am during school terms. Everyone welcome. Issue Number 91

RIVER WORD CHRISTIAN CENTRE Greening Street. Ph: 8569 1333 Mannum, Sundays 10:00 am SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 17 King George St. Ph: 0433 734 037 Mannum, Saturdays 9:30 am, Sabbath School 11:00 am UNITING Corner of Greening Street & Walker Avenue Enquiries: Phone one of the Elders. G Gobbett: 8569 1083, M Thomas: 8569 1005 R Marshall: 8569 1737, G McInerney: 8569 2076 Mannum, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays 11 am, 2nd & 4th Sundays 9 am

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Mid Murray Support Services hat’s happening at Mid Murray Support Services?” is a question I have been asked recently. Others have asked “Who or what is Mid Murray Support Services and what does it do?” I reply “Well it was affectionately known as CHIPS”. Sometimes that brings a spark of recognition. So I will take the opportunity to brief you. Mid Murray Support Services has evolved over 25 years, from the original Neighbourhood House. It is a not-for-profit organisation, with an elected board of Management. Currently we have three diverse fields through which we deliver our community services:

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1. Mid Murray Support Services Office at 71 Randell St. From here staff organise the client care services, which include transports, domestic and gardening assistance and home maintenance. Our client services extend as far as Morgan. We operate a Centrelink agency, and the Job Agency MADEC operates from our premises.

2. Mannum Community Hub, located in the recently restored, historic Primary School on Walker Ave. Due to the Mid Murray Council’s foresight and generous renovations this is now an inspiring venue to have our community centre; in which user groups including the History Group, Weight Watchers, Teen Challenge and the Community Garden Group, call home. We offer Adult Education Courses such as Introduction to iPad, Digital photography, Mosaics and the list goes on. Rooms are available for hire so groups can have access to our facilities. Currently we have Yoga, Art and a dance group for children. 3. Scrooges Op Shop, a treasure-trove of pre-loved items, smartly displayed to catch the eye of browsers and bargain hunters. Pop in and take a look, you never know what you might find!

The Board acknowledges the dedicated and loyal team of staff and volunteers who bring these programmes to life. They go about their work with professionalism, and have a sense of community involvement of which the Board is proud. I take this opportunity to announce the appointment of our new Executive Officer

Cass Hissey. She brings with her exp er ience in the Community and Disability sectors. We are pleased with the energy, commitment and vision that Cass has already shown. The Board of Management is currently comprised of Geoff Stephens, Julie Metcalfe, Andrew Murrell, Leon Warhurst, Annette Dempsey and me, Fiona Mann. The Board acknowledges the input of recently retired board members Mike McDowell and Rob and Rhonda Brophy. Mid Murray Support Services is your community organisation. I invite you to drop into “The Hub” to view the transformation of the building. We will always need volunteers to fulfil our endeavours and in particular at Scrooges Op-Shop. The Office is open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Fridays to assist with any queries, including opportunities to volunteer. Fiona Mann Mid Murray Support Services

Aminya

enders for the 18 additional places and associated services have been called with a closing date of 20th June. It is expected that the successful builder will commence work in July with completion of the project scheduled for mid 2015. During the project access to and from the car parking at Aminya will be restricted with the entrance from Parker Street opposite the Hospital being the main entry point. Every effort will be made to minimize inconvenience to residents and visitors while works are in progress. There will, however, be some inevitable disruption due to the extensive range of works to be carried out. Plant, furniture, equipment and overall fit-out requirements are being addressed as is the overall

Mid Murray Homes for the Aged landscaping and external features. The extent to which refurbishment of the existing facilities can be undertaken will be assessed in more detail once tenders for the main project have been received. Requirements associated with the Living Longer, Living Better reforms are being addressed with preliminary details having been prepared for the My Aged Care website. The information included on the website will be updated periodically to reflect changing circumstances. Other documentation is being refreshed to comply with the changes that commence on 1st July 2014. The reform process has also included changes to some historical terminology with the previous classifications of low care and high care being

removed for permanent residents. All residents will continue to receive nursing and personal care and services in accordance with assessed requirements. The changes areconsistent with the ageing in place principles. On completion of the project and with 18 additional places available Aminya is planning to provide an increased level of respite services. There is currently a two bedroom independent living unit available at Aminya on a license to occupy basis. A second two bedroom unit is expected to become available in the near future. Details can be obtained from Wendy Gowling or Glen Cooper at Aminya who can also arrange for interested persons to inspect the unit. Glen W Cooper, CEO

Are You Prepared?

o mark National Palliative Care Week at the end of May, Palliative CareAustralia released results from an online survey of over 1000 Australians who have recently lost a loved one. Australians agree it’s best to plan for the worst, but are failing to turn those plans into action. While 82% said it was very important to have plans in place should anything unfortunate happen to them, just 5% of respondents had made an advance care plan. Australians aren’t just dropping the ball when it comes to advance care planning, numbers in all forms of planning were surprisingly low: financial, legal and power of attorney 19%; will 50%; organ donation 29%; list of assets 13%. Only one third were aware that an advance care plan sets out how someone would like to be cared for at the end of their life. “Facing the death of a loved one is incredibly Page 4

difficult. We know that for most, the priority is doing what their loved ones would want. But without some sort of plan or even discussion, trying to figure this out makes a tough time even more difficult. The kindest thing you can do is make plans so your own wishes are met, and so those caring for you know what you want when your time comes,” said Dr Yvonne Luxford, Chief Executive Officer of Palliative Care Australia. Over half of respondents felt that they did not have enough information to carry out the wishes of a loved one who had recently died. This lack of conversation and discussion with a partner, children or GP is likely to impact the choice and quality of your end of life care. Palliative care is everyone’s business with a role for partners, parents, children, friends and family, and the medical community in discussions on how they would like to spend their end of life. Mannum Mag

“Palliative care staff are the unsung heroes, assisting people and their families through one of the most difficult moments in their lives to enhance quality of life and ensure people can die the way they want,” said Dr Luxford. “So we’re calling on Australians everywhere to help those around them – do a bit of planning for when the time comes. “Talk to your loved ones about what you’d want, speak to your GP. Visit the PCA website at www.palliativecare.org.au, download and complete an advance care plan. Make sure your details are up to date. After all, you only die once, so you might as well have your say in it.” For further information contact: Rachel Stanton: 0402 463 764 or (02) 8281 3268

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Mental Health First Aid Training irst Aid is the help given to an injured person before medical treatment can be obtained. Mental Health First Aid is the help given to someone developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. It is the first aid that is given until appropriate professional intervention is received or until the crisis resolves. The aim of the course is to improve the mental health knowledge of the community and to provide people with the skills required to administer Mental Health First Aid to a family member, neighbour, a fellow worker or community member just as they would use their General First Aid skills. A mental health crisis can take many forms. Examples include: • Person having a panic attack • Person who has experienced a traumatic event • Person who has overdosed • Person with psychosis • Person who feels suicidal

The Standard Mental Health First Aid course will train you to help people with mental health problems such as: • Depression • Anxiety Disorders • Substance Use Disorders • Psychosis • Suicide Participants receive a course manual and also a certificate at the completion of the course. Mannum Community Hub 4 Monday Sessions 12:30 – 3:30pm 16th June 23rd June 30th June 7th July This course is offered as a free opportunity for the Murray-Mallee community For further information or to book a place - please contact: Sam de Jong sam@mifsa.org 0466 994 549 Robyn Miller robyn@mifsa.org 8378 4100

Transport to Matinee Series and Shopping Tours urray Transport Connections is a central point of contact for transport information and coordination of services in Mid Murray Council and the Rural City of Murray Bridge. 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, t i me t a b l e s a n d r o u t e s , wheelchair access and eligibility. Matinee Series Murray Bridge Town Hall If you are unable to access public transport, unable to drive yourself and unable to access another person to transport you, we can assist by providing free “transport as a last resort” to these social events. This service is currently being offered to transport disadvantaged residents in Sedan, Cambrai, Black Hill, Swan Reach, Mannum, Nildottie and Walker Flat. For more information about the shows and to make a booking, contact

Karyn Baker or Natalie Davis. Shopping Tours Tours available:• Tuesday 2nd July Ikea and Harbor Town • Tuesday 9th September Rundle Mall and Central Markets • Tuesday 10th December Tea Tree Plaza Shopping Centre

The subsidised cost for these trips is $25.00 per person. If you do not drive into the city any more, but would love the opportunity to have a great day out, contact Link SA for more information or to make a booking. Ph: 8532 2633. Please note: Link SA requires a minimum of 20 passengers per trip, bookings are essential, and a wheelchair accessible vehicle is available on request (conditions apply). 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 Ph: 1300 190 869 or Email: kbaker@mid-murray.sa.gov.au

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ADVANCE WARNING PEDESTRIAN/TRAFFIC DISRUPTIONS Upgrade Footpath Randell Street, Mannum Mid Murray Council wishes to advise that works will commence to upgrade the footpath between the Chemist Shop and the Supermarket, Randell Street Mannum. Works will commence on 26 June 2014 and is expected to take between 2-3 weeks to complete. The hours of work will be during normal trading hours however some works will be performed in non trading hours to reduce inconvenience to the immediate business/ pedestrians and vehicle traffic. During the construction should you have any concerns please contact Site Coordinator, Kym Millsteed of KandD Brickpaving on 0438 684 806. For further information please contact Greg Hill at the Mannum office on 8569 0100.

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Pause A While with Mannum Interchurch Council Let’s Put Love Into Practice Harper Collins, 1995, p,12) Love has elements of behaving hristian author Peter van (action), thinking and feeling. Breeman writes: “If we think God is a person Even when we do not feel love who can divide his love, then we for someone, we can still ‘do are thinking not of God, but of love’ for that person. This might ourselves. God is perfectly one, be a kind act, a word of the perfect unity. We have love, encouragement, or a helping but God is love. His love is not hand. Or maybe there are times an activity. It is his whole self.” when, even if we do not have God does not love, God is love the energy to act out our love (1 John 4 : 16). I am capable of (do love), we can still ‘think loving, but I am also capable of love’ towards a person. As not loving. That cannot be said psychologists tell us, these three about God. God cannot stop elements of love – thinking, loving, because love is God’s acting and feeling – impact on nature. It is not my nature to each other. Change your love. I must learn to love, and thinking and you will change only by God’s Grace am I able your feeling and you will change your behaviour (your acting). to love as he loves. (The above words are based Give it a go! Rev Darren Lovell on James Bryan Smith’s book, “Embracing the Love of God”.

Prayer Meetings for Mannum Thursday 12th June, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm, Baptist Church, William Street Wednesday 18th June, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, River Word Church, Greening St

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he news is that the PS Mayflower, looking a little sorry, has arrived in Mannum. As the boat needs upgrading and TLC in a big way, she is currently at Dick Bromhead’s moorings, having been on the slip for a check of the hull. When deemed ready, the PS Mayflower will be moored at the Mannum Dock Museum, near the PS Marion. PS Marion was tidied up at a working bee last May 24th so it is in tip top condition for the first of the Rockford Steam Powered Dinners to be held this

coming weekend. By the time you read this, many visitors will have enjoyed one of the 1-hour Devonshire tea cruises on the PS Marion during the Truck and Ute Show weekend. The All Steamed Up and Fresh Water Classic Festival is an up and coming event to put in the diary on November 15th and 16th for future reference. Inquiries about activities at the Mannum Dock Museum please ring 8569 2733 or 8569 1303 or visit the website www.psmarion.com

Mannum History Group istory Month has now finished for this year with over 3 0 0 organisations providing events at various locations throughout the State. The Mannum History Group was involved and the historic display at the Palm Court Café was very popular. An information service was provided at the Mannum cemetery on Mother’s Day to assist visitors with their search for grave sites of relatives. A group spent a day following the Eco-Tour, but with an emphasis on history at each of the locations. This tour included lunch at the Cambrai Hotel and hearing stories of the early days of the hotel. Next on the tour was the Marne Valley between Cambrai and Shell Hill, followed by Maynards Lookout and then on to the Lenger Reserve located on Saunders Creek This tour was an example of the “Explore History” program which will be provided throughout this year. The plan is to visit historic sites within the Mid Murray Council area. Some of the places on the list include the dry stone walls near Pine Hut Creek, Lake Moody, Reinthal site and cemetery and the site of the post WW1 Soldier Settlement in Jutland Valley. If you are interested in local history, then come along on one of our trips. Contact Kay Stevenson 8569 8161 or Graham Hill 0417 824 267. Or call in to the Palm Court Café and speak with Rob and Karen.

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The Comedy Show he TV comedians have been pretty good lately. A little over-paid if you ask me, but still, good for a laugh. And the media’s been generous; I don’t think they got paid to put on the latest performance. A sixty year old woman making a living doing phone sex? Tony Abbot played that well, didn’t fall about laughing. You have to give him credit for keeping a straight face. Well, almost. He’s a pretty good straight man, good timing. Really, I guess the best laugh is on the guys paying for this stuff. (I assume it’s guys, but this is the modern world. I could be called a misogynist for that I suppose.) You can get all self righteous about that woman but I bet the phone company’s not turning back their profits. Still, wouldn’t you call that false advertising? I had that trouble once – the phone sex I mean. Not that I was interested. Too busy keeping up with five kids and their uni bills and a husband and our business. The business was the problem. Hubby was finding building too strenuous so he bought the rights to a small business, making and selling custom designed therapy tables. We already had a workshop and he had a ready made helper – me. Trouble was, the tables could be used for massage as well as by chiropractors and other health and beauty professionals. And the yellow pages listing was part of the package. We never noticed that little ‘m’ word in the ad but somebody did. At 3 o’clock in the morning. I staggered to the phone, half awake and it took me a minute to clue on. Why would someone care what I was wearing at that time of night? I soon figured it out though. I asked if I could talk to his wife and what was your name again? He never called back. After that I let hubby’s bass voice answer those calls and we changed the ad. I’m not part of a comedy team.

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Ageing in the Murraylands

Mannum Lions From The Lions Den annum Lions, after welcome. The end consultation with r e s u l t w i l l Mid-Murray Council, have just hopefully give us a cemetery begun a new community that we can be proud of. project, to clean up and If anyone would like some b e a u t i f y t h e M a n n u m more information on this Cemetery. Work was started on project please phone Lion Thursday 22nd May and will Barry Harvey on 8569 1421 or continue on the 2nd and 4th Lion Barry Mansell on Thursday of each month from 8569 1032. 9am to 12noon and will be In the last month Lions have ongoing until the job is catered for the Mannum completed. The first working Hospital Auxillary lunch and a bee included Lions members, BBQ fo r the Hospital RSL members and Men’s Shed volunteers. Also the Lions members. After the first section auction was held and in excess was finished the improvement of $3000 was raised. was quite noticeable. Our ongoing collection of As the cemetery has some bottles and cans continues, family connection to most of us raising more much needed in the Mannum community, the money for distribution to Lions Club would like to make worthy causes. this project one for the whole Next month the new Lions community to be involved in. It Board will be inducted. Lion would involve only a few hours Brenton Forrest will be work each fortnight, just turn President for a further year. MANNUM LIONS “WE SERVE” up at 9am with some gardening Barry Mansell tools. Both ladies and gents are

with Millie ave you t a k e n have to decide what to do with responsibility for your last you, and will be wondering days in this mortal coil? what you wanted. Why not Whether you’re 20 or 120 or spare a thought for them, and anywhere in between you must, put your wishes on paper? Then no ifs or buts, make your give copies to whoever is wishes known for how you appropriate. Your doctor needs want to be cared for if or when to know if you want to be you can’t look after yourself resuscitated, if you want to be any more, and what you want kept alive using all that modern done with your body. A blunt medicine can offer. Your injunction? Yes, but so many next-of-kin need to know if you Aussies are not doing this, and have preferences about where are causing unnecessary hassles you’d go for long-term care, and heartaches for others. and if there’s no vacancy at the Excuses we use for putting off time, whether you would want doing this are many: “I don’t to be moved there later. want to think about it. I want to And what about your funeral? die at home. I don’t care. I live In a church, funeral director’s alone in the bush and by the chapel, outdoors? And your time someone finds me, I’ll be burial, do you want a particular well and truly gone. I’ve done cemetery, or an eco/green my Will and that’s enough.” burial? Or cremation? What Such irresponsible and selfish should happen with your ashes? excuses! Out here in the I beg and beseech you to do country we see birth, life and this job pronto. Millie death all around us, in plants, Sillie Millie says: A good plan birds and animals, so being today is better than a perfect plan squeamish is silly. Even if you live alone and tomorrow. (Patton’s Law) have no family, someone will

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Out Of This World

Murray Bridge Matinee Series

Astronomer’s Corner

lmost overhead at around 10pm are the pointers Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri and the Southern Cross pointing, as they do, to the south celestial pole. The constellation of the Centaur (a mythical beast) with its brightest star being our sun’s closest neighbour, and Omega Centauri, a brilliant globular cluster, also there, are always worth viewing in clear dark sky. The largest planet, Jupiter (Magnitude -1.8), is setting in the western sky well after 8pm and is soon to become a morning sky object in August along with the planet Venus (magnitude -3.9), still very bright. Venus rises after 4am crossing over into Taurus later in the month. The planet Saturn is in Libra rising after 4pm and setting before 6am, grand in any telescope and, like Jupiter, its moon adds to the panorama. The constellation Capricorn is on the eastern horizon behind Sagittarius, Scorpius, Libra, Virgo and the nearly setting Leo. Many of the 100 or so objects discovered by French astronomer Charles Messier found in this area of the sky are also given “M” numbers. The first object, discovered in 1758, was known as the Crab Nebula, an exploding star occurring some 300 years earlier. The great nebula in Orion, with the Messier number M42, is worth seeing just for brilliant green of the gas cloud present. Many other colours are revealed under longer exposure giving hints to the origin of the star that once was. Nearby is another nebula called the Horsehead nebula, somewhat harder to find needing the right conditions and resolving power of the telescope optics. Many astronomical images can be bought from planetariums and society book shops, many are available on DVD and CD where the enhanced image can be viewed before hunting for it with the back yard telescope. Moon Phases New 27 June

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urray Bridge Town Hall’s morning Matinee Series is part of a collaboration between Out of the Square Inc. and The Rural City of Murray Bridge. Arrive early and enjoy a complimentary morning tea from 10am followed by the performance at 11am. Concert tickets are $15.00 each. As May is the Cancer Council’s “Biggest Morning Tea” month, you will be invited to make a donation to this great cause. “The Judy and Liza Story” Thursday 19th June 2014, at 11 am A tribute to two iconic stars of cabaret, musical theatre and the small and silver screen in the twentieth century. It just so happens that they are mother and daughter: Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli. The show explores their ever-changing relationship and traces their uncannily successful and tragic life stories. The witty Teresa De Gennaro of Muriel Matters, Diva School and Eurodiva weaves in and out of dialogue, song and dance to showcase these highs and lows. A multimedia element will help transport us to moments in their lives. Teresa will deliver a memorable, toe-tapping experience along with Adelaide’s own veteran of cabaret, the delightful Michael Morley, on piano.

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. The program for the second six months (July to December 2014) of the Matinee Series is available now. Tickets for these performances are also on sale. After the performance, visit the beautiful Murray Bridge Regional Gallery where “Tough(er) Love”, a new exhibition, running from 11th May to 22nd June. Eyre Peninsula is a tougher place than most in which to make art. The region, so far removed from perceived centres of culture with their audiences, galleries and art schools, demands that its artists be very self-reliant and resourceful. To survive and develop as an artist takes a special kind of commitment. But it gives much in return as a place which offers a sense of freedom from urbanised life, access to landscapes of spectacular beauty and traditional significance, and the knowledge or sense of belonging to this place, known to many as the “West Coast”. In 2010, selected artists from across the region and from different cultural and personal perspectives were invited to explore and express the complexities of this “tough love” affair from which there is ultimately no walking away, no letting go. The outcome is “Tough(er) Love”, presented by Country Arts SA in association with Flinders University Art Museum and City Gallery. The Murray Bridge Regional Gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday.

DRAFT ANNUAL BUSINESS PLAN AND BUDGET FOR 2014/2015 The Council has prepared a draft Annual Business Plan and Budget for the 2014/2015 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 at Cambrai, Mannum and Morgan during normal office hours or to view the document on Council’s website, www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au 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 Thursday 26 June 2014. The Council will also provide the opportunity for the public to attend a meeting of Council to be held on Monday 30 June 2014 in the Council Chambers, Main Street, Cambrai, between 1pm and 2pm for the purpose of asking questions and making submissions on the draft Annual Business Plan and Budget. Russell J Peate, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Mental Musings

Down to Earth Mannum Community Garden Group

t certainly didn’t feel like it in May but winter is upon us and that means it’s time to plant the green leafy vegetables and the Brassicas. If, like me, you are but a novice, the Brassicas include the cabbage, Brussel sprouts, turnips, cauliflower and broccoli, to name a few. It’s time to warm up with a hot stew and dumplings, and to deal with the weeds the rain has brought up and the right tools can make it so much easier. For efficient weed removal I’m told the Dutch hoe is your best friend, however another gardener says her old fashioned push and pull hoe is so well built, and from so long ago, you may have

difficulty buying one like it today! If you would like to talk about any aspect of gardening, come for a cuppa on Wednesdays at 10am to 11:30am at the Community Hub, Walker Street Mannum. Our latest visitors have brought parsnip seeds and sprouting garlic to plant and someone suggested Tim Tams would be welcome! The garden even has Ireland’s native shamrock plants popping up, but the naked ladies have been very shy and kept themselves hidden; but promise to appear next year – true story. Thought for the day: “Gardeners like to show off their bloomers” Deb

What do you call an ant who plays the piano badly? Discordant! And those that are good at mathematics? Accountants! Ants who skip school? Truants!

n the April Mag we mused on “things are not always as they seem!” Fiona Griffith in her exercises for “managing the difficult times: how to bounce back” writes “don’t always believe what you think!” Sometimes our minds play tricks on us, especially if we are anxious or depressed. This can take us right outside the OK zone and interfere with building resilience! The OK zone, you muse, what is that? It’s where you become a problem solver and can build res i l i ence l ike tolera t i ng uncertainty and some discomfort! Where you can think and learn, where you feel safe, mentally and emotionally and in control of yourself. Let’s muse about what we could do with thoughts that play over and over in our minds. We could

ask ourselves or someone we trust if the thought was useful or helpful. Not if it was right or wrong as it could be in another context, or time. So if the answer is no then we can turn that thought down. Think it and turn it down just like the music you listen to in whatever way, or the TV. Imagine a dial or a line of lights and just turn down, not off, as that’s not realistic. We need to take time and notice how it feels in our body and mind. We can muse about the resilience that we can build as we take risks. Sometimes our thoughts are our biggest stumbling blocks when trying to deal with issues in our own lives or our community. So if we managed to turn down that thought we have just achieved “thought diffusion”. Community Correspondent

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Renewable Energy Discussion

ome common beliefs are considered: 1. Solar power is too expensive? No! Over the last decade, solar has shifted from one of the most expensive to one of today’s cheapest sources of energy. One in nine Australian households now has a solar power system. 2. Wind power provides only a small amount of our electricity? Actually, SA wind turbines already generate 27% of the state’s power needs. Our two coal-fired power stations are now closed for 6 months of each year. 3. Aren’t coal-fired or nuclear power stations necessary to make electricity when the sun’s not shining or the wind’s not blowing? Not now. Other renewable sources including hydro-electricity, concentrated solar thermal storage and gas turbine fuelledby renewable gases from organic residues (eg algae and waste products) produce base-load power. Geo-thermal and wave technology are promising but still being developed. 4. There’s not much that I can do anyway (sigh). Hey! Every person can reduce his or her energy usage. We can make a choice to turn off appliances and light switches when they’re not in use, dry clothes on a clothes line, do away with dishwashers, put on an extra jumper, use curtains to retain heat, etc. But if you want to make a much bigger impact, switch your personal investment away from companies and banks which have stocks in fossil-fuel or nuclear businesses. Money talks. This works. Source: www.abc.net.au/radionational/progra ms/ockhamsrazor/

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Pleasant Winter Blues Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

arket organisers are looking forward to an exciting and eventful program throughout the coming winter months. The United Nations has declared 2014, the Year of Family Farming with the aim of focusing attention on the role of family farming and finding ways to identify and support family farmers. Family farms are at the heart of the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, and weekly stalls full of fresh fruit, vegetables, seedlings, milk, home baked goods, honey, eggs and more are a testament to the resilience of local family farms. As a not-for-profit organization, the market has formed many partnerships within the community both with individuals and local businesses. This year, a new cooking demonstration facility was donated by local business Mt Pleasant Crash Repairs, along with local wine maker Springton Hill Wines sponsoring all cooking equipment needed for the facility. With the donation of the new cooking facility and equipment, and adding to usual farm offerings, the market will be utilising the facility

with a great line-up of special cooking demonstrations. The cooking demonstrations will be led by market stallholders showcasing their products and produce. The Market also celebrates the diverse cultures of Australia with authentic home-produced curries and pasta dishes, just to name a few. These options make life easier for busy families and with the added availability of hearty farm breakfasts, every taste is catered to. There are even vigorous flower and vegetable seedlings for the home gardener. All these features have made the Market a popular Mecca for surrounding communities. “The market committee is pleased to announce that multiple World Champion Sheep Shearer, Shannon Warnest will be doing a sheep shearing demo in the July school holidays as part of those planned events,” said Promotions Manager, Terese Reeves. “Children especially will enjoy activities at themed event weekends that encourage the little ones to join colouring competitions, meet holiday characters like Go For 2

and 5 Veggie Man, or talk to local writers of children’s books. Speakers on subjects that range from growing rare fruits and vegetables to other practical farming techniques, guarantee both education and entertainment that serve the entire community.” Being able to support local farmers, shop for quality produce and products, have a hearty breakfast or pastry treat while enjoying a morning in the beauty of the countryside, make this Saturday morning tradition the place to be. In just two short years, the Mount Pleasant FarmersMarket earned the distinction of being named the Adelaide Advertiser food critics #1 Farmers Market in South Australia in 2013. The undercover market is open every Saturday from 8am - 12 noon at the Mount Pleasant Showgrounds. (Except 2nd August due to the SA Car Rally being held at the showgrounds) Enquiries please phone Terese 0 4 1 8 3 0 1 1 2 1 o r ema i l managermpfm@bigpond.com

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developing mental health problems? • Would you be interested in finding out more about a program shown to be effective in supporting the partners, family members and f r i e n d s of peopl e w i t h depression? The program covers a range of topics including:  What is depression?  Treatments for depression  Suicidality and self harm  How do you best support someone with depression?

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Mid Murray Council Draft Annual Business Plan 2014/15 Summary he 2014/15 Draft Annual Business Plan sets out the Council’s proposed works, services, programs and projects planned for 2014/15. It also aims to maintain a variety of services and facilities for the community throughout the Council area. The Mayor of the Mid Murray Council said, “This has been a difficult budget for Council, particularly with recent funding cuts to our roads and possible loss of funding for OPAL services. We have the second largest road length of Councils in South Australia with 3073 km of unsealed roads and 306 km of sealed roads, so this affects us greatly.” The Mid Murray Council as a result of the recent Federal budget has lost $379,427 in general purpose and road grants. This would mean that Council would have to increase rates by over 3% or not undertake these works. Council is proposing a general rate increase of 4.88% (on average) for 2014/15. The major reasons for this are as follows:-

• Reduction in Federal Government funding for roads • The need to maintain and upgrade our infrastructure (roads, footpaths, stormwater drainage) • Continued increasing legislation imposed by the State Government; for example the new burial legislation which creates additional work for local Councils • Waste Management costs • The provision of Services to 17 towns within our Council area, 3 Council offices and 3 Depots • Maintenance of our buildings throughout Council.

The proposed operating budget for 2014/15 is $20.503 million with new loans proposed of $1 million. Some of the proposed works included in the Draft Budget and Annual Business Plan are as follows: • A comprehensive capital works program of $5.05 million including $3.16 million for the replacement and renewal of existing assets and $1.89 million for new and upgraded assets (resealing 14 kilometres and resheeting 38 kilometres of road). This includes the following:Roads  Seal Section of Murraylands Road between Blanchetown and Morgan

 Significant resheeting program Footpaths  Footpath construction works in Mannum, Nildottie, Swan Reach and Tungkillo Stormwater Drainage and Management  Stormwater Drainage Works at Mannum, Sedan and Tungkillo Other services introduced or projects being undertaken include: • Construct new Waste Transfer Stations at Swan Reach, Blanchetown and Cadell • Renovations to the Morgan Railway Station and restoration of old Rockleigh School • Preparation of a 10 year Roadworks Program • Continued assistance with restoration of the ‘PS Canally’ • Continuation of detailed design, costing and consultation for a Community Waste Water Management Scheme at Truro • Undertaking OPAL and Healthy Communities Projects • Advocating, assisting with mental health services • Advocacy for services funding and facilities to assist with the socially disadvantaged in our communities • Rehabilitation of all Waste Management sites of Council • Repair of Mannum wharf, Swan Reach wharf and advocating for financial assistance to repair Morgan wharf • Undertake community consultation and submit applications for funding for the upgrade of boat ramps at Mannum, Caloote, Morgan, Cadell, Blanchetown and Swan Reach • Undertake repairs to Paddleboat Mayflower • Assist with River and Lakes Recreation Trail Study • Review Management Models for Mannum and Morgan Caravan Parks • Implementation of Community Township Plans for Sedan, Cambrai, Palmer, Keyneton and Blanchetown and undertake Township Plans for two other towns • Pioneer Park Development Program at Truro • Meldanda Solar Panel System • Investigating and opening the Swan Reach School Pool after school hours, if feasible • Support for Mannum and Morgan Christmas Pageants, Swan Reach Country Music Festival, Mannum Truck and Ute Show, True Grit Challenge at Cadell and Cadell Harvest Festival • Completion of dog parks at Mannum and Truro • Implementation of Mid Murray and Barossa Bushfire Local Recovery Plan • Provision of a disabled toilet for Morgan Riverfront

• An additional two Town Identification Statements • Development and implementation of three arts and cultural development projects • Introduction of four new programs at the Mannum Leisure Centre • Installation of mooring posts at Ngaut Ngaut • Assistance with Mannum Helipad, CCTV in Mannum (Main Street) and consideration or free public WiFi in Mannum and Swan Reach

The Mayor, Dave Burgess said, “We cannot continue to take out additional loans to provide capital works and the variety and level of services that our communities expect. Whilst our loan borrowings are manageable, we will be embarking on a program of identifying improvements, cost savings, efficiency gains and income generation initiatives to result in a net $2 million reduction in costs for Council over the next 2 financial years. A report will be required to be submitted half yearly to Council on how this is being achieved.” The Mid Murray Council has also contacted Valuation SA to ensure that properties affected by the Eden Valley Fires have their properties re-valued, so that they do not pay more rates than they should. It is important that if you have any issues that you wish Council to be aware of, you make those views known to us by 2:00pm Thursday 26th June 2014, so that we can consider them when we are finalising the Annual Business Plan and Budget for 2014/15. There is an opportunity to ask questions and make submissions at a Council Meeting to be held on Monday 30th June 2014 at 1:00pm, at the Council Office at Cambrai. A period of one hour has been set aside for this purpose. Written submissions 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 2:00pm Thursday 26th June 2014. Russell Peate Chief Executive Officer

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Mannum Football Club

Fussy Eating Workshop Parent Information Session Presented by An Occupational Therapist and Speech Pathologist Working with Young Children and Babies

Value for Money here is nothing better than going along to the beautiful Mannum Oval complex, and watching junior and senior sport, both netball and football. We are spoilt at Mannum to have so many excellent role models in our Clubs, from whom our juniors can learn, and this helps immensely with their personal development as well. Lots of towns our size struggle to be competitive but we are extremely fortunate to have our junior programs in place which virtually guarantees our future. If you doubt my word, take the time out to watch the hundreds of kids from Under 9 upwards

who entertain us every Saturday morning and who are receiving excellent coaching along the way. Then take the time to watch some senior “live” sport, either football or netball. Only then do we appreciate how lucky we are to live in this country. It is so much better than the stuff served up on the box and it’s live and willing. In return all we ask is your support. Our clubrooms have an inviting ambience and our kitchen facility is now one of the best around. Come along and enjoy what we can offer! Peter Milsom, President

re you tired of the mealtime battles? For children to develop a love of mealtimes, where they enjoy exploring what is given to them and trust that it won’t be “scary food” we need to be aware of their sensory preferences. This workshop will provide you with an opportunity to explore your child’s sensory preferences and how that influences their willingness to try new foods. Strategies, ideas and tips to try will be presented with the hope that together we can help the “never” foods become “sometimes” or even “always” foods. This workshop is a parent information session presented by an Occupational Therapist and

Speech Pathologist working with young children and babies. Tuesday 17th June, 2014 6:00 – 8:00pm Mannum Hub 58 Walker Street Mannum Limited Crèche Available Bookings Essential Contact Melanie Kane or Cathy Rice at Murray Mallee Community Health. Telephone 08 8535 6800. Communities for Children is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services

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HymnLovers Sing Again bout 40 people with big lungs gathered at the Mannum Uniting Church and sang until they were out of breath at the latest HymnLovers Sing on Sunday 18th May. This event, sponsored by the Mannum Interchurch Council three times a year, gives people a chance to sing the old favourite hymns of the Christian tradition. Some people told us that a hymn we sang brought back memories from their childhood, and they had not sung it for 40 or 50 years. At the May Hymn Sing, we were privileged to welcome about a dozen members of the Brougham Place Uniting Church choir, under the direction of Rosemary Nairn, OAM. They presented two wonderful items that really touched us local singers. The highlight was the stunning rendition of the Holy City. Bob Angove, the choir’s soloist, and the rest of us joined

in the choruses and abandoned ourselves to the magnificent “Hosannas” at the end of that mighty hymn. If you weren’t there, you missed a treat. A popular innovation this time was the “Hymnwriter’s Corner”, in which the circumstances of the composition of some of the hymns, or inspiring stories connected with the hymns, were read out. This gave us a deeper appreciation of the words we were singing. The next HymnLovers Sing is planned for Sunday 21 st September. To make it a truly community event, we invite anyone who wants to choose some hymns to sing to let us know so that we can include them in the program. We already have two requests for next time. Contact Carl or Lyn on 8569 7392, or gross2oz@gmail.com, to let us know which hymns you’d like to sing.

he April gathering took the form of a bus trip to the Gawler Cinema. ‘Cuppas’ and biscuits were served to the thirty-eight members and visitors on arrival. The movie about Nelson Mandella, The Long Walk to Freedom was screened for our enjoyment. A light luncheon was then served in the cinema before a local guide from the Gawler Information Centre conducted an historical tour of the town. While in Gawler one of our members was transported by ambulance to the Lyell McEwin Hospital after experiencing chest pain. The ‘South Australian Company Store’, just out of Angaston, was a welcome comfort stop on the way home, with many, many cups of coffee being consumed for the rest of the journey through Kyneton and down Sedan Hill, where evidence of the recent bushfires was still visible. A great day and thanks to Mike for

landing us back safely at Mannum by 5:30pm. On Monday 5th May the Mannum Rowing Club was the venue for the Club’s 12th, birthday. This birthday celebrated the 12 years since the amalgamation of the Mens and Womens groups of Probus. Forty members and a number of visitors from surrounding Clubs were impressed by guest speaker Mr Rod McCulloch. Rod, who lives at Jervois, entertained us with stories and photos of his 13 months as a plumber in Antarctica at the Australian base at Mawson. Lunch, a few reminiscences, then Life Member Mr Aj Krause cut a suitably decorated birthday cake. This finished a memorable day for all those present. At the 2nd June meeting, Mr Edmondo Polombo, the Director of Nursing at the Mannum Hospital, will have been be our guest speaker. Geoff Gobbett, Secretary 8569 1083

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Mannum Red Cross Branch News

ix members attended the Red Cross meeting held on the 14th of March at the Mannum Day Care Centre. We welcomed Dora Eisen from Murray Bridge who gave us an update on the happenings of Red Cross. In our general business discussions it was decided that we would once again lay a wreath at the Anzac Day Service. In 1914 the Australian branch of the British Red Cross Society was formed at the outbreak of World War 1. We are unsure of when Red Cross actually started in Mannum but we do know it restarted because of World War 2. At the March meeting

we decided to hold our only Red Cross Card Luncheon on S e p tember 25 t h , as a celebration of 100 years of Red Cross. On the 23rd May a badge day was held on the main street as a celebration of World Red Cross Day. We wish to thank the residents of Mannum and districts who generously donated money for Red Cross Calling. Money was collected on the main street, at the voting booth and by door knocking. We wish to sincerely thank those 3 non-members who also helped collect the great amount of $2410. Rae Bottroff, Vice President

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PW Mayflower o coincide with her 130th birthday, the PW Mayflower is on her way to a new home at the Mannum Dock Museum at Mannum in South Australia. The Mayflower is the oldest paddle boat in South Australia and will take pride of place in the heritage fleet at Mannum alongside the grand old lady PS Marion, her younger associate at the ripe old age of 114 years. “It is exciting times for Mannum to now have a second heritage vessel in their fleet to strengthen the town’s origins as the birthplace of the paddle steamer”, said Mid Murray Council Mayor Dave Burgess. “How fitting to welcome this historic vessel in her milestone anniversary year to the Mid Murray Council district. She will certainly offer many stories with her intriguing and colourful past and will become one of the premier heritage attractions in the Murray Lakes and Coorong region.” With the generous donation from Robert O’Callaghan and Pam O’Donnell, the Mannum Dock Museum has purchased the vessel and will be able to restore it to its former glory of the 1913 era. Robert O’Callaghan said, “Pam and I are thrilled to offer assistance to the Mannum Dock Museum Board and the Mid Murray Council to continue to preserve South

130th Birthday New Home Australia’s rich river heritage through the PW Mayflower. “We have always had a passion for wooden boats and a long association with the Mannum Dock Museum through Rockford Wines and the Steam Powered Dinners on the PS Marion. “Preservation of Murray River heritage vessels is crucial to retain our nation’s living maritime heritage and the Mannum Dock Museum is testimony to keeping our river history alive. “Pam and I look forward to when the Mayflower is launched again for public cruises in Mannum in the years to come.” Mayor Dave Burgess expressed his gratitude on behalf of the Mid Murray Council to Robert O’Callaghan and Pam O’Donnell for their tremendous donation to purchase the Mayflower. “We are astounded as a Council to have received this exceptional donation to provide yet another major river attraction for our community and visitors to enjoy.” Rob Bowring, Chairman of the Mannum Dock Museum Board, is overwhelmed with the offer from Robert and Pam to secure the Mayflower and is looking forward to again reigniting the Mannum Dock as a working boat restoration yard to bring the Mayflower back to life. “We know the work involved with the restoration of a heritage vessel as the 20 t h Anniversary of the recommissioning of the PS Marion is celebrated in November this year.” Rob Bowring further said, “We hope to attract new volunteers who just like getting their hands dirty, working towards bringing vessels back to their former glory as we did with the Marion. “The Mannum Dock

M u s e um B o a r d i s s o grateful to Robert and Pam and look forward to working with them on this new and exciting project for the complex.” The PW Mayflower was built in Moama on the Murray River in NSW in 1884 opposite Echuca by Wilson and Burkett for Daniel Alexander and was fitted with a steam engine. Daniel Alexander, a West Indian Negro and his Australian wife operated the boat as a bottle-oh boat. Known as ‘Black Alex’, a legendary figure in Murray River history, he was an impressive figure and many stories have detailed his impeccable strength while he claimed to be the greatest swearer and talker on the river. The vessel was taken over by his bankers and eventually sold to Billy ‘Pirate’ Wilson’ and in 1900 sold to the Creager fishing family of Renmark. Harry and August Creager lived on and fished from the vessel for a number of years and built the top cabin after August’s marriage in 1913. Many owners followed until 1956 when well known Murray River Captain Alby Pointon, from Mildura, purchased the vessel and converted it to a passenger cruising showboat. In 1968 the Mayflower was again sold to another stream of owners until 1984 when the current owner Dr Brice and Ruth Douglas purchased the vessel. “Being diesel powered, the Mayflower will provide a myriad of opportunities for the Mannum Dock Museum Board offering a vessel that utilises minimum crew requirements, and we can just turn the key to provide regular cruises”, said Rob Bowring. The PW Mayflower will undergo an 18 month to two year restoration process and the Mannum Dock Museum welcomes any new volunteers to assist on the project. For further information contact Jenny Callander at the Mannum Dock Museum on 8569 2733 or museum@psmarion.com or visit www.psmarion.com

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Issue Number 91

Cadell Harvest Festival

crowd of 3000 people attended the Cadell Harvest Festival and Murray River Giant Pumpkin Competition on Easter Saturday at Cadell. The picturesque Murray River township in the Riverland came alive with a sea of orange; even ‘Ned Kelly’ was seen as a pumpkin in the novelty section. The winner, Ashley Beal from

Cooltong, presented his giant pumpkin weighing in at 242.2 kg. Ashley said, “First time I have grown a giant pumpkin and Dave Forbes, a previous winner, gave me a lot of help. “I had a seed from the States and started it off in a pot then planted in my backyard. Lots of Seasol, blood and bone. Will definitely enter again next year. “I had an idea it was around that weight as I read on the internet how to calculate it. As it was 3.2 metres, wide my calculations worked out around 220kg.” Mid Murray Mayor Dave Burgess assisted by Paul George, General Manager from MGA Insurance

Brokers (major sponsor of the event) presented Ashley Beal with his prize. Mayor Burgess said, “The Cadell Harvest Festival is becoming more popular each year and visitors attend from all over the State. “New growers are participating each year and the winner even grew his in his backyard so anyone can do it “I commend the Cadell Community and Tourist Association volunteers for placing Cadell on the national map through this event.” Giant Pumpkin Competition Results

1st Ashley Beal 242.2 kg, Cooltong (Cash prize of $500. Local winner. Weight did not reach the minimum of 350 kg for the trip to America.)

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Mannum Helipad

t a Special Meeting of the Mannum District Hospital Health Advisory Council Incorporated held on 3rd April 2014, the Mannum Health Advisory Council agreed to proceed with the proposal to develop a helipad on the hospital grounds. The Health Advisory Council has lodged a Development Application with Council to build the landing pad on land adjacent to the current emergency ambulance parking area facing Esmeralda Street. The idea to build the site was prompted after discussions with Mid Murray Council, Medstar and David Anderson, Chief Pilot Australian Helicopters who operate the retrieval helicopter, Evan Everest, Senior Consultant, Flinders Medical Centre Intensive Care Unit and Retrieval Consultant SA State Rescue H e lic opte r Se r vic e , Wayne Champion, Regional Director, Country Health SA Local Health Network, Edmondo Palombo, Executive Officer/Director of Nursing, Mannum District Hospital, Mannum Medical Clinic and Mannum District Health AdvisoryCouncil Inc. The Mayor of the Mid Murray Council, Dave Burgess, said, “The Mid Murray Council is pleased to assist where possible in progressing this important project for the community. We recognise that at present the landing of the helicopter at the Mannum oval is not always ideal and it would be safer, provide better treatment for patients and not require the ambulance or Country Fire Service to assist.” The Health Advisory Council has advised that the development proposal has been submitted to streamline the current retrieval process, particularly after hours, which currently requires coordination with the South Australian Ambulance Service and the Country Fire Service to be present on arrival of the helicopter at the oval. The retrieval team is then transported to

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the Emergency Department to prepare the patient for the flight back to Adelaide. When ready, a second ambulance call out is required to return the retrieval team and patient back to the helicopter for the evacuation to Adelaide. Developing a landing site on hospital land will negate the need for the SA Ambulance and Country Fire Service call outs, significantly reduce the helicopter wait time and improve patient care. The Mayor indicated that the Development Application will be advertised as soon as all information regarding the site is available and most likely will be a Category 3 application. This is where the development is advertised in the local newspaper and any person has the opportunity to forward a submission and be heard in support of their submission. “I would hope that people recognise the real benefit that the helipad will bring to patient and health care,” said Mayor Burgess. The Health Advisory Council has advised that the proposal can only proceed on a sound financial basis, financed by some funding from Health Advisory Council resources, grant funding, local fundraising and public donations. The Health Advisory Council is a designated Gift Fund Recipient Trust which enables taxation deductible receipts to be issued for all donations to the funding of any projects undertaken by it, on behalf of the hospital. The Mannum Health Advisory Council Inc, which has ownership of the Mannum Hospital on behalf of the local community, fully endorses the proposal and hopes that the Mannum community will offer its support, both with fundraising efforts and donations in order to achieve this goal. It is understood that further information will be provided once development approval has been received and the proposal has been fully designed and costed.

ur ferry operators need more public awareness and cooperation. They are a crucial part of the unique attraction of our river towns. Their behaviour can make or spoil someone’s day, even the enjoyment of a town event. They deal with people travelling for many different reasons, locals, freight drivers, visitors, even police tracking villains. And they are human beings, not impersonal machines, doing their job every hour of every day of every year. Not stopping in extreme heat, rain or wind, except when nature calls. Always putting on a friendly face. Unfortunately, our ferry operators are contending with many bad habits from passengers who are intoxicated, under the influence of drugs; urinating, vomiting, leaving rubbish behind. “Our operators get abused because customers are in a hurry and have to wait a few minutes”, said Russ Dellow, the contractor for Mannum, Walker Flat and Tailem Bend ferries. “And after that kind of behaviour we are still expected to give a friendly farewell as vehicles drive off the ferry.” Other infringements include disregard of the signs to turn off headlights at night and use parkers; to obey the direction of the operator when loading or unloading; to not use mobile phones whilst driving on or off the ferry; to not exceed 10kph when driving on or off. These are all perfectly simple, commonsense instructions. Yet there are the few passengers every day who do not value their own lives and those of other ferry users; they do not respect these simple rules.

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And we cannot blame out-of-towners. Some locals, yes, locals,cannotcontrol their behaviour for the short time it usually takes to cross the river. Under our Road laws, ferries are public roads and all traffic infringements apply to them. Ferry operators are trained as Inspectors under the Road Traffic Act, and can report anyone breaking laws relating to occupational health and safety, environmental management, safe loading limits and procedures, and river traffic safety. But, as Mr Dellow said, “We’d much rather spend our time talking with people needing our help, like the police and emergency services, tourists wanting information, keeping an eye on river vessels speeding through the crossing, and concentrating on keeping the ferry running in good nick.” What Can Our Community Do? Mr Dellow suggests that next time you use a ferry, you consider the responsibilities the operator has, treat them with the same respect they show you, smile and tell them what a great job they are doing. Another idea: you could pause on your daily strolls and greet drivers waiting to board, letting them know they are being watched even as you brighten their day with your friendliness. A smile and a wave can do wonders, to you and them. Perhaps the Visitors Centre can somehow contribute to raising awareness. Could our local artists or perhaps the students at the Community College do something – possibly a series of posters? Above all, set a good example. Please read the signs and abide by them.

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Issue Number 91

Teen Challenge

annum celebrated our re-opening on Friday 23rd May at the Mannum Community Hub. At 4pm the Mobile Laser game battles had begun and didn’t stop for the next 2 hours with parents even getting into the fray. Thank you to Terry and Ros for lending and setting up the PA, and thank you Krystal for organising the music to battle with, your choice of songs was great. Band ‘California Cousin’ started up at 6:30pm and had everyone dancing for the next hour. The food cooked and provided by members of our youth leadership team was amazing. With all the pizza, chips, muffins and milkshakes they supplied nobody could go hungry and their milkshakes were to die for. Well done to Aleesha, Britney, Amber and Craig and assisted by Cheryl for a job well done. Elsewhere at the Hub lots of electronic games were in full swing with lots of people joining the fun. These games were capably set up and run by youth leaders Brayden, Bevan, Jacob and Harley and they did a great job the whole 4 hours as well as the massive set-up beforehand. Over 100 people came out for the

fun and games, and it was great to see so many parents as well. While we focus on youth, we invite and welcome parents to join in the fun with their children – what a great way to strengthen family relationships. We do expect that if a younger sibling under Year 6 is present there will be a parent with them, and we expect parents to collect their child on-site after dark, or arrange for someone to do it for them. We expect all young people to stay on site until they are picked up. I invite parents to see me if they want to make alternative arrangements so everyone is ‘on the same page’. We would love to take the opportunity to chat with parents whenever possible and we are looking forward to working together with parents for the benefit of our young people.

We are privileged that Mid Murray Council have saved and restored the old Primary School building, it just feels right to again have young people enjoying themselves in the old school. We are very grateful to the Mid Murray Council for the funding the Mobile Laser Games and equipment for the electronic games. We are also grateful to Mid Murray Support Service for the cooperative way we have been able to work together to achieve such a great outcome. We greatly appreciate the generosity of the Mannum Churches in providing their halls over the years, but we are so excited that we now finally have a place where we belong and can call home! Thank you so much to our leaders from different Churches; Angela, Andrew, Ross, Coretta, Brad and Darren and also to our photographer Jeremy. Teen Challenge relies on donations. All staff are volunteers with a passion to support families and see young people reach their potential. Your donations are greatlyappreciated, and used 100% for youth activities and are tax deductible. Donations canbe made in person or via the website www.teenchallengesa.com and please comment ‘For Mannum’ if donating online. We look forward to more great times and fun ahead. Joy Marks

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Birthday Surprise

have to be careful about what I might say about my mother-in-law. There is a chance that she might read this and then where would I be? Yet provided I remain within certain bounds we get along very well. There are times when she takes my side against her daughter, now doesn’t that say something. Still there are times when she is a little strange, like my wife’s last birthday. It all began when she rang me up at work. “Johnny, what does Clara want for her birthday?” she began as soon as I answered. “Mum, I have no idea. If I did I wouldn’t be walking the streets every lunch hour trying for some inspiration. I think I will buy her a large flower arrangement, maybe a gift voucher from a dress shop.” “Humph,” she said. “You’re no use at all.” There was silence then, “Does she need anything for the house?” “No, besides that is a terrible type of present.” “Oh, I don’t know,” she said, I think she was chuckling, “I got a new lawn mower one Christmas from your late father-in-law and for one birthday he gave me an electric drill so I could build some new cupboards in the kitchen.” There wasn’t much I could say without putting my foot in it so I said instead, “Look Mum I have to go, I have an important meeting to attend.” “All right,” she said “I’ll just have to think of something for myself. Don’t blame me if you wind up in the dog house because I gave her what you should have given her.” I forgot all about our conversation. Clara’s birthday arrived and the florist came after I had gone to work. Clara rang me at work and told me how beautiful the

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arrangement was. “Mother and I are going out for morning coffee and afterwards she is going to give me my present. She sounds more excited about my birthday than I do.” Clara met me at the door when I came home from work. “You can’t go in the lounge room,” she told me. “Why not,” I asked? “Because of my present; you see the old vacuum cleaner broke down the other day. I forgot to tell you and had meant to buy a new one but Mum found out and said she knew someone who could fix it so she took it away. “Today she gave me my present. It was a new cleaner; one that operated from a battery. She was very proud of being ‘with it’ as she said. Sadly, when I tried to turn it on it wouldn’t go. For a while we thought it was faulty then we realised the battery was flat. It takes fifteen hours to recharge.” “So how does that stop me from using the lounge room?” “I’ll open the door and show you.” Clara opened the lounge door in a tentative manner, reaching around the door frame to turn on the light. The room looked as though a bomb had hit it. There were dried leaves, little piles of road dirt and gravel near the door a slug trying to ooze his way out of the mess. “She gathered up all the dead leaves, dirt and gravel from the driveway outside so that I could see how good the cleaner was. The cleaner will be ready about three o’clock tomorrow morning.” We cleaned up the mess next morning. Clara didn’t like the cleaner so M-i-L took it back and gave it to her other daughter. The Diarist

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leas can be annoying and harmful to your pet and you. There are mainly two types of fleas that you will generally find on your pet, the common cat flea which is the little black jumping flea and stick-fast fleas generally found on poultry. The jumping flea will live happily on your dog, cat, guinea pig, rabbit, rat, mice etc. They will jump on and bite humans but will not live on a human, they will live in the environment where your pet lives. They will bite and suck the blood from the host but are generally pretty quick and jump or scurry away when disturbed. The stick-fast flea will also happily live on other hosts apart from poultry/birds; they will attach themselves to the host in folds of skin like around the eyes, between toes etc. They act a bit more like a tick where they attach themselves to the host and gorge themselves till full and drop off. Fleas carry worm cysts and will give your pet worms when they swallow them after chewing themselves when the flea bites or during general grooming. How does your pet get fleas?

Your pet may get fleas from the environment in which they live or visit, fleas can live in the environment laying dormant for some time till a host comes along and they will happily jump on a host and restart their lifecycle. The fleas will disembark one host and jump on another host in passing. So your own home and back yard and the areas you visit or other animals may be where the fleas have come from. If you have stray cats or dogs or vermin like rats and mice around your home that are not treated for fleas they could very well be transporting the fleas to your pet

and your environment. Generally the infestation needs to be quite significant for you to see fleas on your pet and just because you do not see a flea does not necessarily mean there are no fleas. Because you cannot always control if your pet gets fleas, it is best to treat your pet with a flea treatment, these are generally a monthly treatment. By default when treating your pet for fleas you will also be treating the environment in which your pet lives as the treatments will either kill or sterilise the fleas when they jump on your pet and feed. This does not stop fleas from entering your pets living environment and will not stop fleas from jumping on board and having a feast but they will die and not breed to further infest your home. There are many different treatments on the market that treat fleas only and/or worms, ticks, mites, mange, dermatitis and heartworm. What other parasite ridding treatments your pet is on can denote whichflea treatment you should use. The combined flea and worm treatments will not cover Hydatid Tapeworm which is very common so you should still treat your pet with a 3 monthly all wormer that covers Hydatid Tapeworm. The topical combined flea and heartworm treatments will treat juvenile heartworm but not adult heartworms. Heartworms are spread by mosquitoes. So you have a choice of what you want to treat with the fleas or just the fleas only when choosing a flea treatment. Flea bites can also be the catalyst for sensitive skin issues. Jane Humphrey Mannum Pet & Rural

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On My Bookshelf Diary of A Young Man Adelaide 1890 – November 2nd - November 28th

Daniel’s busy social life and his community work at the tennis club and gymnasium mask a “ridiculously timid” attitude towards the “fair sex”. NOVEMBER 2ND SATURDAY 6.00. Weeding on tennis court, bath. Office 9.30. Busy, fine day. Dined with Lou at Woodville. Left City per dray for Blackwood, enjoyable ride thro’ hills, held sports. Alfred won Championship, 100 yards (Gymnastic Club). Called on Bennetts’. Fred is very bad and stays in hills for change. Left at about 9. Lovely night. Home 10.15. Supper. Kent present. Bed 11.15. NOVEMBER 24TH MONDAY 6.10. Weeding, cutting wood. Bath. Wintry day. Inspected Crooks and Brookses stock of “Rover” bicycles. Home 6pm. Rainy. Davis to tea. Visited Thompsons re absent scholars. Attended 1st Annual Meeting of N.A. Gymnastics Club in Institute Committee room.

Alfred received splendid tennis racket for being the Champion runner of the Club and high encomiums for his zeal as Secretary. Home before 10. Cash a/cs. Bed about 11. NOVEMBER 25TH TUESDAY 6.10. Cut firewood. Bath. Rainy. Routine. At 6pm Dr. Verco examined a follicle in my mouth and pronounced it not serious. Town Hall at 8pm with Polly and Gracie and heard for first time Edison’s w o n d e r f u l p h o n o gr a p h , producing vocal and instrumental music and speeches. Home 10. Hendry and wife just going. Bed about 11. NOVEMBER 26TH WEDNESDAY 6.50. Bike ride to Hampstead Hotel in Teatree Gully road, Bath. Routine. McLeans re suit for travelling. Met Willie in City and discussed business. Home 6.15. Tea, discussed picnic - the Burdens cannot go - some of the charm is gone.

Service 7.30. Mr Blakey spoke nicely. Mr Chas Goode and his intended, Widow Lloyd, attended together. Bike to H en d r y s ’ w i t h A l f r e d , discussed various matters. Met Rev. Fred Hastings. Home 10.15. Bed about 11. No supper. Out of sorts. NOVEMBER 27TH THURSDAY 6.35 Mended gate. Bath. Fine day. Selected suiting at McLeans at 12.20. Sundry purchases at 5.30. Home to tea. Miss Tattersall, a young girl recently gone blind, took tea with us. She is indeed a sorrowful case. Dressed in Gym Knickers and blue stockings for first time, rode to Hindmarsh on bike and conducted boys’ gym club till 9.30, pleased with present success. Made peace with old Mr. Chittleborough with whom I had a difference some years ago, he will now assist me with the boys. Gave Willie a lesson on my bike.

Grand night. Home 10, light supper. Bed about 11. Sleep about 11.30. NOVEMBER 28TH FRIDAY 6.15. Bike, bath. Breakfast 8. Very busy all day. To Architects (Garlicks) at 12 re shop, lunch in office. McLeans at 5, tried new coat. Tea in City. Busy till 8.25. Attended the new Cyclorama, opened today, exhibiting “Jerusalem” a grand representation, to me a perfect marvel. Met the Miss Burdens and surprised myself by joining them and discussing the scenery, for let it be known that, though nearer to 30 than 20, I am still ridiculously timid in approaching the fair sex. Met Owen and Strangways. Walked home, fine night, some peculiar feelings and thoughts will make their presence felt. Supper. Bed about 11. Alfred and Eliza attended phonograph entertainment. Jo Kader

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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 Monday 14th April (P) and Monday 12th May 2014 meetings.

P Quotations are being sought to repair the Mannum wharf. P An allocation of $10,000 has been approved to deliver localised Healthy Murraylands activities and programs, following the discontinuance of funding from the Commonwealth Government. P An interest free loan of $10,000 has been approved for five years for the Cambrai Sports Club. P A submission will be forwarded to the Remuneration Tribunal on the review of Council Member allowances. P The Display of Goods on Council’s Footpath Policy will be reviewed. P Council will hold a workshop with Country Fire Service representatives regarding education and promotion of bushfire safer places, evacuation points and other matters. P Council will contact the Murray and Mallee Local Government Association regarding the hosting of a possible State Country Cabinet meeting. • GPS tracking will be installed in the Mannum and Cambrai patrol graders and some other vehicles, particularly for employee’s safety when working by themselves or in isolated areas. • Mr Robert Lamb, Chairperson of the German Descendants Group, wrote regarding the installation of signage for old German townships. Township signs for Cambrai, Somme River, Marne River and Punthari will be installed shortly. • Randell Street retaining wall drilling trials are being assessed. Costs for repair works are being finalised. • A Development Application has been lodged for the Mannum Helipad. Design work and costs are being progressed. • The environmental damage, noise nuisance and other problems associated with Corellas is recognised by Council following research with other

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Councils (including Gawler Council). The cost of various strategies focusing on displacement and relocation cannot be justified, at this stage. The results indicated that it appears corellas are only moved to another location. Council will meet the cost of connecting the Swan Reach Hall to the Marks Landing Community Wastewater Management System. Council recognises the benefit of the Hall to the community, particularly when the new public toilets are constructed. The Youth program received $4,000 from the State Office of Youth to celebrate National Youth Week. The provision of free public WiFi covering the Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum Main Street, Mannum Caravan Park and Visitor Information Centre is being investigated and free WiFi will be provided in Swan Reach at the Riverfront area. Council will contribute $5,000 to the Pastoral Support Care program presented by the Mannum Inter-Church Council at the Mannum Community College, Cambrai Area School and Palmer Primary School. A further contribution of up to $500 per school will also be made to those schools that have provided a Pastoral Care Support Program during the current financial year. Mr Sean Fontaine-Geary and Ms Kitty Schiansky attended the South Australia Climate Change Adaptation Showcase in February on behalf of Council. The Local Government Association of SA will be approached again to ascertain the status of guidelines to enable Councils to consider if they wish to accept or not the collection of roadside rubbish on State roads. The management of off road vehicles and bikes within the Council area is recognised and Council is supportive of exploring the various issues associated with the possible allocation of land for development and use of off road vehicles. Council is now a member of Region 5 of the Murray

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Darling Association. However, C o u n c i l c o n s i d e r s t h a t Region 5 should not be amalgamated with Region 6 of the Murray Darling Association, at this stage. Destination Riverland proposed an Events Management System. Council will contribute $1,500. The Murraylands Migrant Resources Centre of SA Chief Executive Officer, Eugenia Tsoulis OAM, and Settlement Coordinator, Dr Tom Haig, attended the meeting to discuss the Humanitarian Settlement Services program, skilled migration and the services that need to be provided. The Eastern Mt Lofty Ranges Landscape Guardians wrote regarding the availability of the development application for the Palmer Wind Farm. Council will request approval from Trust Power for the application to be provided on a DVD and on Council’s Website. After approval this will be provided prior to the public notification period to allow time for the Community to prepare representations. The Mannum Dock Museum Board received a proposal from Pam O’Donnell and Robert O’Callaghan to sponsor the purchase of the PS Mayflower for $100,000 and an additional $35,000 in 2014/15 for restoration works. The Mannum Dock Museum Board recommended the purchase of the PS Mayflower based on the sponsorship proposal. The Council recognised the generous sponsorship from Robert O’Callaghan and Pam O’Donnell for the purchase and restoration of the PS Mayflower and the Mannum Dock Museum, based on this proposal. Council has noted that any restoration, maintenance or operational costs for the PS Mayflower will be met by the Mannum Dock Museum and any income generated from cruises will be retained by the Mannum Dock Museum for such costs so that there is no financial impact on Council. Council recognised the benefit of the proposal to the Mannum Dock Museum, Council and Mannum. Russell Peate, CEO Mid Murray Council

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Musical Miscellany Classical Music and Film

here are some who call a certain style of European music classical. Perhaps it smacks of arrogance, even ignorance. Other cultures may consider that a certain type of their music is classical. However classical music has provided music for films ever since sound has been attached to film. Even before that, when a lonely organist provided mood music for the silent movies, almost certainly classical music would have been used since most musical training was based on the works of classical composers. Surely, one of the early pieces that would have sounded in the cinemas would have been the overture by Rossini from William Tell. Can you have a chase or the timely arrival of the hero without it? Anyone who grew up gazing avidly at the silver screen and watching the Lone Ranger

would know the tune. But did you know it has been used in films such as Brassed Off, Clockwork Orange, Toy Story and many others. Another popular piece is the Pomp and Circumstance March by Edward Elgar. Such a stirring march with clarion calls from the brass and thunderous rolls from the drums. It too has been used in many films, particularly those English films made during the dark days of World War II or soon afterwards. Again to name a few, Brassed Off, Forest Gump and Mrs Miniver. Let’s look at a few other titles which may not be well known although the music is. J S Bach wrote much fine music. The first movement of his Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 has featured in many films including Moll Flanders, Die Hard, High

School Reunion and Truly, Madly, Deeply. Beethoven’s Bagatelle in A Minor known as Fur Elise has featured in Death in Venice, Patch Adams and Rosemary’s Baby. Most know the Flight of the Bumble Bee by Rimsky Korsakov. It has been used in such films as Radio D ays, Shine and Song of Scheherezade. Some composers appear to enjoy a sense of humour or at least items used appear to be amusing, Prokofiev who wrote the children’s classic Peter and the Wolf wrote a March for a larger work titled The Love of Three Oranges. The March was used in the film Love and Death and also Desert Hearts. Vaughan Williams composed a piece named The March Past of the Kitchen Utensils. It was used in a film

named Sirens. You will find a number of Internet sites with information on classical music used as background or mood music for film. Using a search engine, just enter “Classical Music on Film” or some such query. Various compilations of such music have been issued. The ABC has brought out at least two such albums with music performed by various Australian orchestras. A final cynical note. Lest we think that the film world is altruistic and given to encouraging culture, let us remember the Bean Counters who spin their financial webs in the background. Most classical music is in the Public Domain. That means no royalties. That means bigger profits. Peter Weir

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Food is Life is Food lthough any time is the right time for curry, when the cooler weather creeps in there is nothing like cosying up to a warming and aromatic curry! Various cultures over time have developed curry blends and they typically have a common thread; heat usually derived from chilli and spices that impart aroma and flavour. There is nothing that compares to cooking with a freshly prepared curry paste and if that is not possible, varieties found on the supermarket shelf deliver a good result – some are better than others is my experience. Maybe you already have a ‘favourite’, if so use that in this month’s recipe. The major difference between a good curry and a not so good one is the balance of the heat element. A good curry will always impart the flavour first and then the heat hits. The degree of heat in a curry or chilli dish depends on the diners’ tolerance and this can

be built up by increasing the quantity of chilli over time. Like it hot? Add the full quantity stated in a recipe. Like it milder? Add a little less than stated. Most curry recipes instruct to fry off the curry paste before other major elements are added, this is important as when the paste is cooked over direct heat, oils are released from the spices and this gives the best flavour result. Personally, when I have curry I feel it’s never complete unless fresh herbs are included, be it mint, coriander or Thai basil; it seems to tie a dish together to ‘round it out’. I hope you enjoy this month’s recipe, Cauliflower Curry. This recipe is really good at using up any vegetables that you may have on hand or swapping up to other vegetables that better hit your flavour notes; just bear in mind to keep the quantities roughly the same. To include protein, for example chicken, cut 300-400g chicken

roughly the same size as potato and fry off briefly to seal all sides in step 1, just before adding the garlic, ginger and curry paste and continue per instructions. Cauliflower Curry 2 tspn olive oil 1 onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsp grated ginger 2 tbsp red curry paste 300g potatoes, cut approx same size as cauliflower 300g cauliflower, cut into small florets 1½ cup vegetable or chicken stock ½ cup tomato passata ½ cup yoghurt 2 tsp cornflour 200g steamed green beans to just cooked Steamed rice to serve Yoghurt to serve Coriander and/or mint to garnish 1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until soft. Add the garlic, ginger and curry paste;

cook for 1 minute or until aromatic. 2. Add the cauliflower and potato stir to combine well. Add stock and passata to the pan and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until the potato is tender. 3. Combine the yoghurt and cornflour in a small bowl. Gradually add to the potato mixture, stirring constantly until well combined. Add the beans and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2 minutes or until the beans are tender and the mixture in heated through. 4. Spoon the rice among serving bowls and top with the curry. Serve with the extra yoghurt and herbs. I am always happy to have a ‘Foodies’ chat or help solve any culinary conundrums you may encounter, cheers and happy healthy cooking. Angie Roesler, Murraylands Community Foodie Phone: 0414 892 525 Email: a.roesler@live.com.au Angie Roesler

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Mannum Men’s Shed Now Open fter nearly a year of digging, building, writing letters, gathering tools and equipment and mixed in with a bit of anxiety the doors of the Mannum Men’s Shed opened for the first time on Monday the 19th of May. With trepidation the committee waited hopefully that at least a few men would turn up to make it all worthwhile. They needn’t have worried because by 10:15am fifty-one men had walked through the door. Looking around and getting themselves cups of tea and coffee they mingled and chatted then sat down for a discussion about how they would like the shed to be managed, tools and equipment required, membership fees and some basic rules etc. Needless to say

the committee was extremely pleased with the feedback and with the outcome. Thank you and welcome to all who came on the first day and thank you to all the volunteers who helped to build the shed, to those who’ve donated tools and equipment but a great big thanks to the committee whose determination and resolve made sure that we got our shed. Committee members are; Phil Roennfeldt, Lew Farkas, Kim Rainsford, Kim Furler, Barry Warneke, Graham Gray, Shane Thompson (Council rep), Paul Rand (before he moved to Murray Bridge), Bill McGhie. The shed will be open from 9:00am until 1:00pm each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. On the first day the majority of

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Morgan Living River Festival organ’s majestic riverfront will come alive with putt putt boats, music and fun for the whole family with the inaugural ‘Morgan Living River’ festival weekend presented by Morgan’s PS Canally restoration committee.

Morgan Riverfront, Morgan Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th June 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day Free Entry

The weekend is shaping up to be a spectacular event for Morgan and the region. Celebrating River Traditions is the theme for the weekend, with activities such as the Canally tug of war, horseshoe throwing, dingy rowing race and of course the Putt Putt Boat display. Putt Putt boats were the working boats of yesteryear. A stable timber hull coupled with

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a reliable inboard engine were a common fishing platform for both commercial and amateur fisherman. In recent years these boats have enjoyed a resurgence with classic boat enthusiasts as a reminder of days gone by. Now used largely for recreational pleasure, they provide a leisurely day’s cruising along the river and an excuse to gather to compare craft and stories. There’s sure to be something for everyone with some market stalls offering local produce and others demonstrating and selling manual crafts. Saturday Evening Dinner Landseer Building Morgan 3 course dinner and Entertainment $50.00 per person 6:00 pm for 6:30 pm Saturday 14th June Saturday evening is sure to be remembered for some time with a three course dinner and entertainment to be held in the historic Landseer Building. The museum exhibits will form a

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very fitting background for the evening’s entertainment. Bookings are essential. Phone Mark on 0428 643 018. A band of unique talent has been especially assembled for the evening. The Blaxland Pups Variety Band are seven truly accomplished South Australian musicians playing an Eclectic Mix of Australiana, Rockabilly, Rock, Pop, Folk and more. They will have you tapping your toes and looking for the dance floor. In addition there will be an appearance by Splash Theatre, a company performing in “the age-old tradition of travelling players and storytellers, minstrels and vagabonds, trouble-makers and scoundrels.” Proceeds to the P S Canally Restoration at Morgan. For more information: www.morganlivingriver.com.au or Mark Davis ph. 0428 643 018 or kingfisher61@live.com

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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.

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JUNE Mannum Garden Group Lions Den, Showground Monday 16th, 9:15am Excursion, Murray Bridge Community Nursery. All welcome. Contact: Bev Connell Phone: 8570 4322 Mannum Garden Group Lions Den, Showground Monday 30th, 10am Guest speaker Wayne “Cheese Please”. All welcome. Contact: Bev Connell Phone: 8570 4322

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Community Meetings Clash Calendar 8:00pm Mannum Gem and Leonie Hughes. 8278 2112. Minerals Club. Murraylands 7:00pm-midnight Mannum Gem and Mineral Club, Collier Dances. Lutheran Hall, Cliff St. Park Palmer. Leonie Hughes. Judy 0488 130 354. 8278 2112. 4th Thursday 2nd Thursday 7:30pm Progress Association, 1:30pm Prayer Meeting for Meeting Rm Council Chambers. Mannum, Baptist Church, Last Monday William St. 1:30pm Hospital Auxiliary, 3rd Wednesday Meeting Room, Esmeralda St. 7:00-8:00pm, Combined First Wednesday Churches Prayer Meeting. See Noon Mannum Mag Committee, Pause a While for location. Showground. 8569 2385. 3rd Thursday Last Wednesday 11:00am Mannum RSL, 6:30pm Mannum Mens Mannum Rowing Club/RSL Discussion Group. Mike 3rd Saturday McDowell. 8569 2818. 10am-mid pm Gem Cutting and WEEKLY Silversmithing Workshop. Murraylands Gem and Mineral Mon, Wed and Fri Club, Collier Park Palmer. 10:00am-3:00pm The Hall, 5 2014 Community Calendar Partners In Depression Fussy Eating Workshop Mannum Community Hub Mannum Community Hub Thursday 12th, 2:00pm Tuesday 17th, 6:00-8:00pm Six Thursday sessions. Gold Parent information session. coin donation for tea and coffee. Bookings essential. Contact: Sam de Jong Contact: Melanie Kane Mobile: 0466 994 549. Phone: 8535 6800 See page 2. See page 13. Morgan Living River Morgan riverfront Sat 14th, Sun 15th, 9 am-5 pm Celebrating River Traditions Contact: Mark Davis Mobile: 0428 643 018 See page 26.

MIFSA Activity Program Friday 20th, Maggie Beer Farm Friday 27th, Lyndoch Lavender Farm Cost: $3 per outing Mobile: 0466 994 549 See page 15.

Mental Health First Aid Mannum Community Hub Monday 16th, 12:30-3:30pm Four Monday sessions. Free. Contact: Sam de Jong Mobile: 0466 994 549. See page 5.

Greening Street. 8569 1643. Tuesday and Thursday 10:00am-4:00pm, MIFSA(Mental Illness Fellowship of SA), St Andrews Anglican church, activities, lunch ($3). Tuesday and Friday 8:00am Walkie Talkies, Lions Den, Showground. Helen 8569 2275. Tuesday 9:30am River Word Christian Centre Prayer and Bible Study; 10:30am, Friendship Group. Greening St. 8569 1333. 9:00-10:00am Mannum Weight Watchers. Mannum Community Hub. Jane Kelly 8569 1799. Wednesday 10:00am Mannum Community Garden Group, Mannum

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