Mannum Mag Issue 95 October 2014 by Mannum Community Magazine Inc

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October 2014

Mannum, South Australia 5238

Issue Number 95

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Local Government Elections Why Should You Vote? oting for your Council is not compulsory, but it is an opportunity to exercise your democratic right to select the people you would like to represent you on Council. Every four years, your Elected Members and aspiring candidates for Council put themselves up for election and your vote counts. Being a Council Member is one of the most direct ways that a person can have influence on decisions that affect your Council area. Your Council is the closest form of government to your community. As community members we have frequent interaction with our Council and have daily evidence of the services provided by Council, mainly through our rates, but also with funding from the State and Federal Governments, through arrangements largely funded by our taxes. So why should we vote in Local Government Elections? For most, our homes are the biggest investment we will ever make and the value of our home is interdependent on its surroundings, location, parks, footpaths, local roads, access to amenities such as playgrounds, libraries and sport and recreational facilities. Our Councils are vital to the provision of these services and facilities, whether we own or rent, whether we pay rates directly or our landlords pay them through our rent. Our communities also add value to our lives and Councils are central to these communities. We rely on our Council to pick up our rubbish, to keep local roads up to scratch and we expect our drains

to prevent local flooding, protect our environment, for dogs to be registered and for our street lights to add to the safety of our local environment. Democracy is something that no one should take for granted. Every day throughout the world, people are struggling to obtain autonomy and the opportunity to participate in determining the destiny of their community. Australia is one of the ‘lucky’ countries where we have the opportunity to actively participate in and have influence on all spheres of government. Increasingly people are taking more interest in public affairs, particularly at the local level. This is evident from the record number of people who have nominated as candidates in this Council election cycle for Councils throughout the State. The ratio of candidates to positions is the highest on record – on average around 1.89 people will contest each position – with a 4.7% increase in nominations. As a result a record 1261 candidates will be electioneering across South Australia in the coming weeks. Ballot packs will be posted out between 20th and 24th October. Voting is by post and completed voting papers must be returned no later than 5pm on Friday 7th November 2014. Voting is free, it’s an extremely easy process and putting it bluntly – if you don’t vote for your Council, don’t complain if you don’t like what they do for the next four years. Russell Peate, CEO Mid Murray Council

Kindy Crackles with Creativity annum Kindy kids were inspired by a recent visit to a major SALA exhibition at the Wool Shed Gallery in Mannum, to hold their own exhibition of nearly 50 pieces at a local coffee shop, the Bean Shack at Mannum Green. SALA 2014 in the Mid Murray witnessed the largest number of contributing artists ever. In 5 exhibitions from Palmer to Sedan and Mannum, an open field, café, museum, historic hall and generously donated private gallery played host to more than 33 local artists in a sizzling display

and celebration of diversity, colour, resilience and connection. In keeping with the spirit of SALA, the Mannum Kindy has been focussing on the creativity of their small charges and after a tour of the extensive SALA exhibition at the private gallery, decided on an unconventional but very public space to share their colourful creations. The Bean Shack Café at Mannum Green was thrilled to host the varied and eclectic collection. With ages from 2½ to around 7, the children’s art works are a lesson in a lack of inhibition and use of colour. The works will be auctioned off as a fund raiser (traditionally purchased by the parents) and this year may see some further opportunities for families and the public to purchase samples e.g. placemats, coasters or Christmas card sets. Please enjoy your visit to the café to enjoy the vast number of works and maybe grab a coffee too! “It took me 4 years to paint like Raphael and a lifetime to paint like a child.” Pablo Picasso Tess Minett, Arts and Cultural Development Officer Mid Murray Council

Ageing in the Murraylands Calendars & Dates Church Services

4 Classifieds 32 Food is Life is Food 3 Mid Murray Council

31 Mid Murray Support Services 30 Out of this World 24 Musical Miscellany 21 Pause A While 28 On My Bookshelf 25

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Mid Murray Elections Dear Editor, In response to Mr. Smith’s large advertisement in the September issue, I am concerned to see that he advocates condemnation and hostility toward the State Government, which he regards as “meddling” with “our asset”. We do need adequate representation at a State level, but we need Councillors who can negotiate professionally with all levels of government. We are no longer in an era where conflict and parochialism are appropriate. State and Federal Governments provide at least a third of local council yearly funding, and rates will rise dramatically if this funding is cut. Homeowner concession rates are due to be axed by the Federal government next year unless Council and State representatives work together to prevent it. I believe this is an issue of urgent concern, to assist our elderly and low income residents to afford their homes. Kendra Radford 695 Cliff View Drive Wongulla

Dear Editor, Thank you Mid Murray for the support I am receiving for my Mayoral campaign. It has come to my attention that a candidate for Council in Shearer Ward, supporting me, has engaged in a negative campaign against Council and current Elected Members. I appreciate the support offered but I do not support the views allegedly being expressed. Be assured that I am a proud and passionate Elected Member of Mid Murray Council and will be honoured to continue representing you, the ratepayers, as your Mayor in the knowledge that much still needs to be achieved by Council. David Peake, Candidate for Mayor, Mid Murray Council 5003 Murraylands Road Swan Reach 5354

Dear Editor, In reply to Kendra Radford regarding council allowances, she was either assisted or did not understand my previous posts/adverts. I believe our Elected Members are over compensated for

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the effort they put in as elected Members/Community Representatives and I certainly DO NOT believe they should be in any way be out of pocket. Six or seven years ago the allowance was $6,500 per annum with the Mayor ENTITLED to 400% of elected member’s entitlement that is $26,000. Now elected members get $12,800 and the mayor $51,800 as set by the tribunal and they must be advanced the full entitlement, I certainly know that! Mid Murray Council DOES NOT have the second lowest level of allowances it has the third. The allowances are, in order from the highest: Member $21,500, Mayor $86,000 Member $19,000, Mayor $76,000 Member $15,900, Mayor $63,600 Member $12,800, Mayor $51,200 Member $9,100, Mayor $36,400 Member $5,700, Mayor $22,800

and these are set in concrete. Re travel being a, “real and genuine expense”. Yes it is and the Mayor has a car supplied at NO cost and elected members should where possible use a council car, but alas they don’t and that is why over the six years the costs of elected members travel has risen by nearly 300%! Some elected members have received more for travel than their allowances except for one elected member who has never submitted a claim! With reference to “However Peter Smith’s plans to slash reimbursements below the base ward r ate will r e strict counc il participation to only those who are wealthy and privileged enough to afford it”, what a load of absolute rubbish! Any and all genuine reimbursements are and will always will be reimbursed and it will always remain my belief that elected, community oriented persons should be paid an allowance that reflects that community input. As far as “wealthy and privileged enough to afford it”, more garbage. Just because someone no longer works full time it doesn’t mean they are, “wealthy and privileged”. Peter R. Smith OAM 12 Boomerang Ave, Mannum 5238

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Carers Week Dear Editor, I recently wrote to bring to your attention to a presentation at The Hub in Walker Avenue for Mental Health Week (5th to 11th October). The following week is Carers Week – October 12th to 19th. Carers Week has been celebrated for many years not only in South Australia, but across our Nation. Unpaid carers, whether family members, friends or neighbours put in a great effort supporting people they love and care for, and this is recognised during Carers Week. Many events are planned for Adelaide during that week and The Hub will also have posters and information available for you to view and pickup. This information is supplied by Carers-SA who can be contacted on 1800 815 549. I thank The Hub and its volunteers for their support and their great facilities. Many user groups are now using The Hub, which can be a good respite from caring role for a couple hours. For men, The Men’s Shed out the back of The Hub is full steam ahead and is a great place for a chat and a laugh. Terry Udy, Mental Health Consumer Advisory Council SA

Pause Again Dear Editor, Further to my recent commentary (Letters, September 2014) on the Pause A While article in the August Mannum Mag, it would seem appropriate to offer a positive nugget or two, which, if utilised, could expand the value of future articles to a wider readership. We humans are quite capable of being moved by the many mysteries of creation and evolutionand readily recognise that we live in a state of ‘holy insecurity’. We also recognise the paradox of the certainty of chance and change in our lives and that in our lifetime we have to contend with an extraordinary number of issues. Amongst those issues is our need and desire to experience an ongoing sense of purpose and fulfilment. We want to FLOURISH, to enjoy being alive and we want the tools to help us achieve wellbeing rather than suffer stultifying constraints. After

all, the biggest adventure is living one’s life. Adelaide’s ‘Thinker in Residence’ during 2013, Dr Martin Seligman (Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania) gave many talks and advice on those tools which include Positive Psychology and Learned Optimism. During 2008, Geelong Grammar School adopted Dr Seligman’s game changing work on optimism, motivation and character building. Dr Seligman’s book, FLOURISH, contains the tools worthy of inclusion in and expansion of the Pause A While articles. Briefly, they revolve around five elements: • Positive emotion (of which happiness and life satisfaction are all aspects) • Engagement (total engagement in what we are doing) • Relationships (other people, friendship) • Meaning ( sense of purpose) • Achievement (getting a result, overcoming an obstacle).

Each element contributes towards wellbeing. Imagine being intoxicated with wellbeing. Ralph Pitman

Who’s In Charge? Dear Editor, Thank you to Tess, Mid Murray council Arts officer and Councillor Jennings for the Sala art exhibitions. A huge diverse and excellent art exhibition showcasing local talent, and that local talent is awesome. I attended the Primary Industries and Regions South Australia (PIRSA) information night at Cambrai Hall recently. About 18 people attended that night. A senior veterinarian spoke about mycotoxins in animals. Then we were to hear from a PIRSA rural chemicals officer but he forgot to attend. Very professional indeed! I rang PIRSA to ask why the rural chemicals officer forgot to attend when many of us attending this meeting did so to hear about the legislation in regard to spray drift. I was told by the receptionist that I had to have a name to be able to speak to anyone at PIRSA as it is a government organisation and no one was the m a n a g e r , R E A L L Y ! Mor e professionalism. I no longer wonder why the meeting was so poorly attended, maybe other locals have had similar experiences with PIRSA. Very disappointing indeed. Catherine Johns

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Mannum Update i there from the team of staff and Participants from MIFSA Mannum! We just wanted to update the community on some things we have enjoyed in the last month. Adelaide Show Outing We got up close and personal with some scaly reptiles, ate far too much fried food, and spent all of our money in the show bag pavilion. Needless to say, it was a quiet trip back to Mannum! We enjoyed seeing a new face along for the adventure that day!

Garden Boxes At the Hub Many, many thanks go to the Down to Earth Garden Group, who have allocated us a pocket of soil to plop our raised garden beds on. We had a busy but productive day on the 18th September planning, shovelling and filling our garden boxes, but as Vic said on the day, “anything that is this good has

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to have a solid foundation of hard work!” A HUGE THANKS to Vic, who shovelled alongside us! UpBeat Program We have LOVED having the opportunity to work with the Steps to Wellbeing Group over at Murray Bridge to begin to create some drums. The next stage is skinning them with the goat skins, and learning to play them as a group. We can’t wait!

Come and see our stand at the Murray Bridge Mental Health Expo if you’d like to find out more; 17th October, at the Murray Bridge Town Hall! Next on the Bus Trip Calendar 10th October, Mystery Bus Trip 17th October, Murray Bridge Mental Health Expo 24th October, Adelaide Zoo 31st October, Spooky Bus trip for Halloween. Tour of the Treasury Tunnels... eeeep!

If you or someone you know is interested in joining us for any activities, please give us a call on 0466 994 549 or just drop in and say hi. 4 Adelaide Road, Mannum. Cheers and hope to see some new faces soon! Sam De Jong

with Mannum Interchurch Council Scripture instructs us to “rejoice in have the promise of the the Lord always.”(Philippians 4:4) resurrection. We are passing through this world on our way hat is a tough call. How can to an eternity in the presence of we “always” rejoice? our God. Our present trials, Sometimes life can be tough, however difficult at the time, things don’t turn out how we pale into insignificance when had hoped. How can we rejoice compared to the joy of what when everything is going lies ahead of us. wrong? Can we really rejoice What will it be like after the when there is not enough resurrection? The descriptions money, when we are falsely in Scripture tell us it is beyond accused, or when someone anything we can imagine, and is close is sick or dies? These are perhaps best summed up in hardly things to celebrate. Revelation 21:4 – “God will What is our focus, what is our wipe every tear from their eyes. goal? If we want status, There will be no more death or someone is always ahead of us. mourning or crying or pain.” If we want possessions, How wonderful – never again a someone always has more. If tear, never again a reason to we want popularity, we find cry. This is why we can rejoice opposition. Even our health is whatever is happening around beyond our control, in the end us, we have a glimpse of what we die. How miserable if this God has planned for us. were all there is! Rev. Colin Nieass But as followers of Jesus, we

Prayer Meetings for Mannum Thursday 9th October, Wednesday 15th October,

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm, Baptist Church, William Street 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Anglican Church, Adelaide Rd

Mental Musings “You cannot find peace by avoiding life” e active for your mental health” is a saying that’s been around for years and it’s just as relevant for today. As noted last month, mental and physical health go together. When we as individuals work on this – after musing in which direction to go (or what we can do) – the health of our community is improved. Check with others how they’re doing and really listen to the answers. Listening is actually an activity which can

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be very helpful to both parties. If we have no one to listen to, we can ask ourselves some leading questions, spend time getting answers and write them down. It’s never too late to start some new activity or join a group and then be able to find someone with whom we can share. Challenging activities are good for our brain health too. Community Correspondent

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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 95

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Ageing in the Murraylands with Millie

Attachment - Belonging - Meaning he first two years of a child’s life form the groundwork for developing loving relationships throughout their life. In those early years, our physical needs are basic: food, drink, warmth, no pain, sleep. When a need strikes, the child cries, screams, yells, kicks or whatever it takes to get relief. The parent who regularly meets those needs soon after they arise is proving to the child that they can be trusted. And so, put in very simple terms, we become attached to our carer, we start to love, to know we belong to someone who loves us. Travel through the years, and we develop lots of relationships which are woven into the tapestry of a meaningful life. Tragedy strikes, a beloved is struck down by accident

or illness or death, or their personalitychangesandlife becomes a struggle for physical and mental safety. Yes, those events are part of the cycle of all life on earth. Millions of other people experience them, I’m not unique. So my brain tells me. Why, then, does it hurt so much to lose someone beloved? Why can’t I just ‘get over it’ and carry on with my life? Why does it pop up unexpectedly at any odd time, filling me with anger, inner longing and emptiness, and other emotions I can’t put words to? Why do people ask such inane questions that I can’t answer? The truth lies in knowing that I am unique. My beloved is or was unique. Our relationship was unique, its meaning in my life and

Mannum RSL

ith the approach of warmer weather we are looking forward to greater numbers at Wednesday Happy Hours. Last week we had in excess of 25 and a great time was had by all. Mid Murray Council was well represented with the Mayorand two councillors present, it is always a pleasure to have visitors to our little gathering. Work at the Cemetery has slowed a little with the Lions/RSL clean-up team now looking at maintenance,

rather than full scale clean-up. We will now be having working Bees on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 9am. The RSL section “Garden of Memory” has been extended and it remains now to get some soil onto the new section, plant lawns, remove some of the trees that are in the way and plant others. Council are assisting with this. Poppy Day is approaching and some collection points will be available in selected shops prior to the official day. Funds collected go

New OPAL Web Page

he Mid Murray Council will take its online presence to even more families with the launch of its web page dedicated to the successful OPAL program. The colourful, interactive and informative OPAL page demonstrates the Council’s commitment to community health, acknowledging the need to connect with local families through online trends. Including videos, surveys, photos, educational information, event calendars, parent resources, children’s activities and more, the web page is set to complement the already successful social media presence which has been developed Page 4

by Council’s Community Services team. Mid Murray Chief Executive Officer Russell Peate said the Council’s new-look general business website, the recently launched free WiFi in some townships, and brand new My Local Services App had created the perfect opportunity for OPAL to integrate further into Council’s online communication activities. “Since its inception in 2011, the OPAL program has used unique and innovative ways of engaging with the community. This online presence is another feather in the cap of the team we have here in Mid Murray,” said Mr Peate.

the person I am today is special and particular to me only. And so my grief is unique, my own path which will take my mind and especially my feelings in its own direction. My coping with it will be unique to me. The decisions I make about my future will be unique to me, decisions that need to be made in my own time. Whatever the crisis, whatever our age, our lives can continue to have meaning as we absorb the shocks and, patiently and with compassion for ourselves, allow them to strengthen and change us. And we can allow other people, with their fumbling attempts to show they care, into our lives. We can draw on their strength as we wait for healing and search for our own new meanings.

Sillie Millie says: Carrie Careworker was new to the job and eager to impress. Her first task was to clean the false teeth of the residents before they went to bed. Her boss came by just as Carrie Careworker finished a really thorough job on the first pair. “What! You’ve only done one pair so far! It’ll take you all night at this rate”, declared Boss Bloke as he hurried past. Inspiration struck panicky Carrie. Quickly she gathered up all the other false teeth in a bowl and scrubbed vigorously. Phew! All done, and in super-quick time. A wave of hilarity spread through the rooms as Carrie Careworker now tried to work out which teeth went with which others and with which person.

to the non-government funded provision of housing and services for our service and related persons. Please buy a poppy or one of the other items available. Sellers will be stationed outside Foodland and IGA on Thursday 30th October and Thursday 6th and Friday 7th of November. Our AGM will be held on Thursday 16th October at 1100 at the RSL Club all members are encouraged to attend. The RSL Annual Dinner will be held at the Mannum Football Club on Sunday 2nd November. Members

should contact the secretary as soon as possible. We would like to thank all who donated to the Legacy appeal, we raised an amount of $450 on the day. The best result for several years.

He also confirmed that OPAL will stay in Mid Murray through to the end of June 2016. “This web presence, which will be kept up to date with information regarding the program’s activities, now offers the perfect place for local people to keep updated with all that is happening in this exciting program.” Mid Murray OPAL Manager Courtney Blacker said the new OPAL web presence would help increase access to nutrition and physical activity programs for families living in the district. “A big part of engaging our Mid Murray community in OPAL initiatives is having the capacity to communicate on a number of levels. The new web page allows us to

capture people’s attention and ima g i n a t i on,” says Ms Blacker. “It’s taken months of hard work, rigorous testing and careful development to get to this point, but what we have now is an incredible web presence which people can access from their home computers, or on their mobile devices. “The best thing about this website is that it is solely focused on the Mid Murray activities, so the usability and navigation through the site will be simple and effective for anyone who is interested.” Take a tour of the website and check out what it has to offer you www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au/opal.

Millie

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Mannum Football Club ell, the 2014 football season is done and dusted without any more silverware being added to our trophy cabinet. Our “A” grade and Under 15s both performed poorly when it counted in the``` Preliminary Final and were both bundled out. Both sides played well below their expectations and it was a most disappointing way to finish. Our Under 17s also made it to the Preliminary Final and came up against a very good outfit in Tailem Bend, the eventual flag winners. Let’s hope we can learn some important facts about finals football and have another crack next time. So now all we can do is get ready for next season. Before that however, preparations are underway for our senior presentations and medal count. These will be held on Friday 10th

BSA Owner’s Club of South Australia

O c t o b e r commencing at 7pm sharp. All members and supporters are welcome to come along to this exciting night where individuals are honoured for their efforts. Cost for a delicious 2 course meal is $30 per head. Bookings can be made at the Club Our AGM is scheduled for Sunday 26 t h October commencing at 11am. Several current members of the management team are moving on and it is essential that there are people to step up for Committee. The Club is on the verge of an exciting era with an abundance of j unior talent coming through. If you can see your way clear to make a difference, I really encourage you to do so.

Annual Rally 2014

he BSA Owners Club in South Australia was kickstarted by a small hardworking group of enthusiasts in August 1990 and has over 160 metropolitan, country and interstate members. There will be approximately 73 vintage, veteran and classic British motorcycles ( p r e d o min a n tly B S A s) attending the rally at Mannum on the 1st and 2nd November. They will depart from Arnold Park on Saturday the 1st November at approximately 9:15am and proceed to Bowhilll for morning tea via Caurnamont and Purnong with lunch at the Swan Reach Hotel and a visit to the Swan Reach Museum.

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After lunch, they will be riding to Walkers Flat, cross the River and then will split into two groups with a ‘long run’ returning to Mannum via the Mt Pleasant Road travelling through Punthari and a ‘short run’ will return to Mannum via the Walker Flat to Mannum Road. Whilst in Mannum, they will enjoy a visit to the Mannum Dock Museum and enjoy a private function on board the PS Marion. On Sunday 2nd, they will depart again from Arnold Park at approximately 9:15 a.m. and travel to Mypolonga, across to Murray Bridge and back to Mannum via the Karoonda to Loxton Road and enjoy lunch at the Mannum Rowing Club at Mary Ann Reserve. Don’t miss the BSA bikes at Arnold Park and Mary Ann Reserve. We welcome the BSA Owners Club of South Australia to Mannum for their Annual Rally on the 1st and 2nd November.

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Mannum Community College Flash Mob Dance he Junior and Middle School students are thoroughly enjoying the “Flash Mob” dances. A themed song is chosen each week. When the students hear the song being played at random times of the day, they walk out of their classes onto the lawn area and perform the dance. The idea is based on the theory that students learn best when learning is broken into smaller intensive sessions and students are more attentive and responsive to learn. Quilted Blanket The Student Representative Council at Mannum Community College is made up of two students from each class, Reception to Year 12, and they meet once a fortnight to discuss issues of concern to the students. The SRC also organizes fund-raising for causes of their choice. Last year the SRC chose to sponsor a World Vision child. The students are now raising funds to help to provide for Danexy Monserrat, a 9 year

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old girl who lives with her impoverished mother and siblings in a remote village in Ecuador in South America. Recently a student in year 4/5 suggested that we knit a blanket for Danexy. It was decided that we could ask students to knit a 15cm x 15cm square, which we will stitch together to create the blanket. Already the SRC has received its first few squares. If you know of anyone in your family who would like to contribute wool and/or needles, or even to knit or crochet squares we’d love to receive donations. We may even end up with enough squares to make more than one blanket. If we do we would send them to a charity of the SRC’s choosing. Some of the teachers say they are considering organizing knitting/crocheting sessions for their classes to facilitate the production of squares. If you can knit and would like to support a class to learn this skill please contact the SRC at the school via a message for Rosiland Newland or Kaye Davey, the support teachers, on 8569 1503 or at the front office. Vegetable Garden What are healthy foods? This is the question we are asking our students. To promote healthy eating and to encourage students to try new foods and flavours our Special Education teacher Jenny

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Rathjen has embraced a project to develop a self reproducing vegetable and fruit garden. Seedlings of broccoli, cauliflower, lettuce, beans, garlic and beetroot were generously donated. Each class in the Junior School has planted their own veggie patch in tractor tyres. The aim is for the students to maintain, weed and care for their patch. The Sustainability group of middle years students are trialing new ways to grow vegetables by reusing and recycling materials to build garden beds. Jenny has been incorporating the garden into her science lessons with the Reception students. “The garden teaches the students where vegetables come from and the importance of choosing and eating healthy foods,” she said. “We are trying to get the students to sample different textured and tasting foods grown from the garden.” As a Junior School we are aiming to use the produce in cooking activities during Awesome Avo on Friday afternoons.

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The Community Garden At The Hub

n guard! Along with all the beautiful spring buds, here comes the caltrop or bindii weed – a nasty, invasive plant. Dig these up early before the seeds set or spray with a broad leaf herbicide and be sure to remove the seed pods with the rest of the plant. Be aware snakes get moving in the warmer weather too so it’s a good time for a garden spring clean to eliminate places they like to rest in and warm themselves. Clear away wood piles, cut back thick undergrowth and make sure domestic stock foods are stored in well sealed containers to reduce rodent activity which attracts hungry snakes. The good news is it’s also the time to plant some favourites like tomatoes, zucchinis, cucumbers and squash. I’m told to leave mulching until the ground has had a chance to warm up – daylight saving is usually a good starting point. Apparently, pelletised fertiliser is not effective until the soil is warmer too, but liquid fertiliser will work. Do not fertilise your citrus until the tree shows signs of active growth otherwise all the leaves will fall off! True story. Thought for the day: To get rid of Blow Flies – take your fly screens off and let them out again!

Deb and the Gardening Gang

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Engaging in Ageing urray Transport Connections is part of the organising committee for the Engaging in Ageing Expo being held in Tailem Bend Town Hall and Willow Street Precinct on the 31st October 2014, 10am – 2pm. The purpose of this event is to give older people and younger people with disabilities an opportunity to:

• gather resources • meet with relevant services and health professionals • be informed about the health, aged and disability care services available in the Murray Mallee and across the state • promote active ageing • celebrate the contribution of seniors

Gifts (?)

There will be guest presenters and activities

got gifts in my mail today, three of them. The problem is, I don’t know what to do with them. They come with a request of course, just twenty dollars to help little Jimmy or Caroline survive cancer or Henry to have a healthy heart so he can raise little Jimmy and Caroline or research so they never get cancer. The list goes on. Of course, I’d like to help. Who wouldn’t? I just can’t understand how sending twenty dollars is going to help when they keep sending me back gifts that must cost something and then there’s the printing bill for all those letters and the wages for people who send them out and the postage. I get further and further behind because the more money I send the more letters I get. I feel guilty when those ‘gifts’ pile up. I feel even guiltier when I don’t pay and then I am stuck with the gifts. Those beautiful cards bother me the most. They are too pretty to throw out but if I use them and don’t pay am I cheating? Someone should tell these people that the price of stamps is getting almost as much as buying cards and who

• Sophie Thomson ABC TV’s “Gardening Australia” presenting gardening for health and wellbeing. • Callum Hann - Sprout (Master Chef) healthy cooking demonstrations • Dave Verrall - local award winning singer songwriter

The Expo will also host free gopher “come n try” sessions with the Independent Living Centre, SAPOL and local providers. Murray 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 imetab l e s a n d r o u t e s , wh e e l c h a i r a c c ess and eligibility. For more information contact: Karyn Baker or Natalie Davis Ph: 1300 190 869 or Email: kbaker@mid-murray.sa.gov.au

do you send them too? I’d love to sit and write a cheery note to someone precious catching them up on the news or just saying ‘Hello’. I’d even pay for the stamp. But they’ll have heard it all on Facebook long before the card arrives. The little stickers that you can put on the back of the cards – if you ever find someone to send them to – are another guilt trip. They look so useful. You can’t just put them in the bin, can you? And they have your name on them. They’re especially for you. Then there’s the phone calls. I try to explain that I don’t want a lottery ticket or the enormous teddy bear or the fantastic pen set or whatever. I’d just like to contribute. They always sound very disappointed but I guess I’m wishing them out of a job. I’ve insisted and just sent a donation. That’s fine but then they start sending me the gifts. Anyone want some pretty cards? I can’t offer you the address stickers for the back though. They all have my name on them. Vivian Garner

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Out Of This World

A Festival of One Act Plays

Astronomer’s Corner

verhead at around 10 pm is the constellation of Capricornus and looking due south you will see the Southern Cross and the Pointers at an angle of about 8 o’clock. Mars and Saturn continue to separate as they move through the constellation Scorpio with similar colours to other members of Scorpio. When you take out the telescope to look at Saturn you may easily mistake the star Antares for the planet Mars, as they are similar in colour. At 10 pm just off to the north-west, easily found on a clear night, is a group of three stars and another bright star. Visible over the coming months at this time is the constellation Aquila (the Eagle) with its bright star Alpha Aquila or Altair, Arabic for flying eagle. Altair, at 16 light years away, is one of the closest stars to us. The constellation Aquila, like the hunter’s belt in Orion and the first point of Aries, lies on the celestial Equator. Like the equator on our own globe, the celestial equator marks the halfway point between the North and South poles. The centre of the Milky Way galaxy is an interesting, dark backdrop for the constellations Scorpio and Sagittarius. Visually and photographically high magnification is needed to view the vast gas clouds, nebulae and, of course, planets in this region. Rising mid morning the wandering planets Mars and Saturn are an hour apart; at present setting around midnight. The backbone of the Scorpion is almost vertical as it sets in a south westerly direction. As summer progresses the overhead transit of the Sun gets longer. On December 22nd it will be nearly 80 degrees overhead and rising and setting at its furthest distance east and west, respectively. Moon Phases New 24 October

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Palmer Wind Farm

n the September edition of the Mannum Mag Trust Power is telling us how pleased they are with the response of neighbouring landowners. Personally having attended most of the Public Meetings, it was obvious the majority of people attending were not in favour of the Wind Farm. If the public was so much in favour, why did Trust Power consider it necessary to have a Security Guard at the front door of their Public Meetings? Many issues were raised at the meetings and mostly ignored. A large proportion of the money anticipated to come into the region will go directly to the host landholders (24 families). Trust Power is offering about 60 properties annual payments “which came about as a result of our community consultation process” (Mannum Mag Sept, 2014). I believe that this action is a result, not from public support, but in response to strong public opposition! Of the properties that are eligible for the Trust Power Benefit, I doubt that many will sign up. A house within 2 km of a wind turbine 165 metres tall could be difficult to sell Page 8

and property values have dropped up to 30% in some places next to wind farms. How many hundreds of families would live within 10 kilometres of the turbines? There could be over sixty square kilometres of land and homes that may suffer land devaluation. Many people have chosen to live in this area for the peace and quiet. Industrial Wind Turbines are not quiet and there are many questions about health that need to be addressed. Also of interest, there is a group called The Clean Energy Council that print many “fact sheets”. It would be good for people to realise that this organisation is made up of over 600 companies including wind and solar businesses who wish to promote their own interests. Consider also that there are over 2000 organisations worldwide that are against Industrial Wind Turbines. Currently South Australia has more wind turbines than any other state in Australia and we also pay the highest price for electricity in Australia! Any subsidies the Wind Farm gets the taxpayer pays for too. Plant trees not turbines. Peter Kuhlmann

he Murray Bridge Players and Singers Inc. have begun rehearsals and are currently underway in rehearsals to perform to the public, a Festival Of One Act Plays. The wonderful and entertaining performance begins with the Youth Theatre, showcasing their talent through two short plays, In Your Face, and Kitchen Conversation, directed by Janene Overton. Victoria Station, directed by Jesse Budel, is about a controller attempting to instruct the driver to pick up a client from Victoria Station, and during the conversation, the Controller’s mood shifts through various degrees of mystification towards irritation and then possibly compassion masking some more nefarious intention of what to do with this Driver. The Philadelphia, directed by Andrew Broadbent, is about the encounter of two friends being caught in a Philadelphia, where you can’t get anything you ask for, or go anywhere you want to. This play shows how you can still make the most of life, regardless of where you come from… you just need to readjust.

The Trolley, directed by Chris Overton, is based on a ‘regular’ family and spans about a week. Remarriage, extended family members that hate each other, and the involvement of a shopping trolley that nobody wants to take back to the supermarket. The trolley saves Christmas and the family from falling apart. Bloody Mary, directed by Di Walton, starts as a crime scene; too bad the police care more about Mary littering and loitering on the street than her injury. The only person that offers help, comes along with missing body parts. What follows is more bizarre than Mary offering her body part in return for saving her life… or is it? For only $10.00, you and the whole family can see 6 plays in around 2½ hours. Performances are being held at the Mypolonga Institute Community Hall in Mypolonga over 4 performances from 31st October to 2nd November 2014. Tickets are available from Ray White Real Estate, 42 Bridge Street (8532 6833) at $10 each, or $30 for a family of 4. They will be available at the door.

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bout mid-December this year we will publish a special Holiday Issue of Mannum Mag, in the same format as last year. The 2013/14 Holiday Issue of Mannum Mag was a 12 page booklet distributed through local outlets including the Mannum Information Centre, the Caravan Park, MMSS (formerly CHIPS), and some local businesses. The front page featured a map of Randell Street and an index indicating the position of advertisers on the map. Businesses not located on Randell Street had a reference key to the street map of Mannum on the inside-centre-spread. Six pages contained information about the features and facilities in Mannum. The early distribution helps you to contact more of the holiday season visitors. This is also an opportunity to offer holiday-season services to the residents of our community. The Holiday Issue of Mannum Mag is an opportunity for local businesses, clubs and service providers to address the residents and visitors to our community. We would like that edition to feature advertising customised for the holiday period. We need to start compiling this issue now. In order to include as much information as possible and maintain flexibility in the layout, advertisers are asked to restrict the size of their advertisements to (93 mm × 65 mm). The cost is $25. To register your interest and reserve a place in the 2014/15 Holiday Issue, you need to notify Mannum Mag by Friday 17th October by e-mail, telephone, mail or a note at the MMSS office (see page 32). Requests to modify an existing advertisement for use in the Holiday Issue need to be lodged by Friday 7th November. Please contact us with your requirements as soon as possible.

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A book to read: “Artificial Intelligence” by Anne Droid.

Space Encounters School Holiday Entertainment

ur special production for the school holidays in the beautiful Murray Bridge Town Hall is “Space Encounters” – an interactive opera telling the story of two astronauts, Harris and Jefferson, who, along with their robot, Roland, venture into space to find the source of a strange signal. They arrive on a distant planet and encounter something they did not expect. With Harris’s empathy and Jefferson’s

temper, what will happen next? And when Roland malfunctions, will they ever get back home? This is a show the whole family will enjoy, but it is particularly suitable for 5 to 12 year olds. The opera, written by Sean O’Boyle and Ian McFayden, covers topics of acceptance, not judging a book by its cover, asking for help and friendship. The performance will be at 11am on Wednesday 8th

October. Tickets are $9.00 each. You can buy tickets for all our performances either in person at the Murray Bridge Visitor Information Centre, 3 South Terrace, Murray Bridge between 10:00am and 4:00pm every day, or by phoning 8539 1142. The Town Hall Box Office is open one hour prior to each performance for the sale of any remaining tickets.

Artificial Intelligence? A ventriloquist doing a nightclub gig with his dummy on his knee tells a dumb robot joke. A beverage service robot stops and shouts at the ventriloquist. “What gives you the right to stereotype artificial intelligence that way? You should be ashamed of yourself.” Flustered, the ventriloquist begins to stammer an apology. “You keep out of this, buster!” it yells, “I’m talking to the little idiot on your knee.” What do you call a robot that always takes the longest way around? R2 detour!

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From the Lions Den Garage Sale annum Lions will be holding a GARAGE SALE at the LIONS SHED at the s h o wg r o u n d s o n

Saturday 25th October at 8:00am.

Lots of general goods and furniture will be for sale. This sale will take the place of our usual Lions Auction this year. Come along and grab a bargain. All proceeds as usual go to our long list of charities. Donated goods are still being collected and greatly appreciated. Anyone with good saleable goods to donate please phone Barry Ramm on 8569 1423, or Brenton Forrest on 8569 1726. The cemetery cleanup is still progressing on the second Thursday each month. All welcome. Just turn up at 9:00am at the cemetery with a garden tool. Our bottle and can collection is still going well. This is a great revenue raiser and you just have to look around Mannum to see where the money gets spent. Anyone who saves their bottles and cans at home and would like to donate them to Lions please phone Ramon Leahy on 8569 1576 to arrange collection. More news next month. Barry Mansell

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Mannum Men’s Shed a n n u m Men’s Shed is open for business. Whilst we still have some work to do the shed is operational and functional. We’re open each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am until 1pm. Men, you’re welcome to come and make something, create something, make new friends or enjoy the company of old ones. We have a “remember when and a whatever happened to” corner and a free sausage

sizzle on the last Thursday of the month. Every day there is bottomless tea and coffee, biscuits and a warm and friendly environment. You don’t need to be super fit, we’re gopher friendly. We have a membership system and a $2.00 daily fee for insurance etc. We’re at the Mannum Community Hub in the old primary school. Bill McGhie

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My Pet Topic Your Pets and Summer ith the weather warming up it is a good reminder to have all your pets watering and shelter needs in good order. All pets and livestock will need shade/shelter and a good supply of cool clean drinking water. Automated waterers are the best option. If you have them check your water lines to ensure they are in good order and not blocked or leaking. Give all the troughs/tubs a good scrub out. Ensure the waterlines are covered as the sun on the lines can heat the water to over 70 degrees if the water is sitting for any duration during the heat of the day. No animals will want to drink hot water especially if it is going to burn them. Most dogs love playing with water so consider small automated waterers or bulk water holders to help ensure they do not run out of water during the day. The same can be said for your bird and cat waterers. Your Reptiles and fish can also get over heated so consider moving their tank if they are getting full sun through a window during the heat of the day. Keeping ice cubes at hand to put in the water to cool the fish tank or in the drinking water of your small animals can help keep things cool. Dogs also like

eating/licking/playing with ice cubes and it helps them keep cool. Cool mats for dogs and cats can help keep them cool, as will bringing them inside the cool home on very hot days. Putting a dog in front of a fan will not help with cooling a dog as they lose heat in their body differently to us. They have hair and do not sweat. Dogs lose body heat through their paws, underbelly and with panting. So consider the temperature of the pavement/roads if you want to go walking with them on really, or even mildly, hot days. Their pads will burn if the ground is hot enough. Always keep an eye on your animals for overheating and get them to the vet as soon as possible if they seem to be suffering from heat stroke. There is a lot of information on the internet for all animals big and small about helping keep your animal cool and how to look for signs of heat stress. All animals can suffer heat stress. If you have any animal/pet related topic you would like covered in future editions please drop a line to Jane at mannumpetessentials@bigpond.com or ring 8569 2428 and I will try my best to accommodate your interests. Jane Humphrey, Mannum Pet & Rural (Opposite the ANZ teller machine)

Do you know someone who makes your community a better place? Nominate them now for the Citizen of the Year Awards. Award Categories: Citizen of the Year Award Young Citizen of the Year Award Community Event of the Year Award Nominations are open now – you can download a nomination form from our website www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au or make a nomination online and find out more about the awards at www.citizenoftheyear.com.au If you have any questions or require assistance, please email postbox@mid-murray.sa.gov.au or call Rose on 8569 0100. This is your chance to recognise the most deserving members of our community. Your nomination could lead to someone special being recognised with an award at the Council’s Australia Day celebrations. Nominations close 21 November 2014 Please return the completed form to Mid Murray Council P O Box 28 Mannum SA 5238 or email postbox@mid-murray.sa.gov.au or make a nomination online at www.citizenoftheyear.com.au

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Mannum Mag Award For Excellence Kirstie Pym ractice Manager, Kirstie Pym at the Mannum Medical Practice was awarded the Australian Association of Practice Managers, South Australian Practice Manager of the Year 2 014. This awar d recognises excellence in Business Management and the running of Medical Practices. Kirstie had to show a panel made up of Practice Managers from across Australia that she has not only met the criteria but has been outstanding in her role. Kirstie is now in the running for Australian Practice Manager of the year at our upcoming 2014 Conference in October.

The Deadline Date is Changing

he last Friday of the month deadline served us well. It was intended to ensure that as many as possible of the month’s events could be reported in the next issue of Mannum Mag. However, the newletter box drop schedule means that Mannum Mag is delivered a week after it has been collated and folded – almost two weeks after the deadline. A side effect of this is that the month of issue cannot promote events occurring in the first week of the month.

In 2015 we will change the deadline date to the second last Friday of the month. This means that you will receive your copy early in the first week of the month and the month of issue can promote events occurring early in the month. The trade-off is that events occurring late in any given month will need to be promoted in the issue for the previous month. Pick-up copies, kindly held for your convenience by some local businesses, will still be available a few days after the letter box drop.

January 2015 Events

Plan ahead! Do you want to promote an event being held in January 2015? There is no January issue of Mannum Mag. Promotion of 2015 events up toand including Tuesday 3rd February must appear in the December2014 issue. The deadline is midday, Friday 28th November. The deadline and delivery dates for the next three issues are always listed on the back page of every issue.

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Mannum Active Family Walks

annum Children helped launch the new Mannum Active

Family Walks map and brochure at an end of term active event of the Mannum Kindergarten and Rural Care. More than 40 students and their families will walk from the kindergarten to the local showgrounds for a picnic lunch, and presentations from the Mannum Police Sergeant. This project is the result of a collaborative effort led by the Mid Mur r ay OPAL te am , and incorporating partners from the Mannum Kindergarten and Rural Care, Department for Planning Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) and the broader community. The Mannum Active FamilyWalks map incorporates four family-focussed themed loop tracks: School and kindy loop; Pumping sk8 loop; Bird watching loop and lookout; and the Main street

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meander. The four loops were researched and designed by local children and families. “The initial concept for this map was borne from discussions with local parents, grandparents and even children who wanted to get outdoors and be active more often,” said Mid Murray OPAL Manager Courtney Blacker. “During our Think Feet First active travel campaign in 2012, people were always asking where the best walking and cycling trails were around Mannum. With this in mind we thought it was best to literally road-test the walking trails around town, and gather feedback from families on what was best. “What we now know, is that families favoured routes that were considered safe, with facilities such

as toilets, benches, playgrounds and water fountains along the way. Good footpaths were also a key consideration, given many young parents were pushing prams, or children were on small bikes. Mannum Kindergarten and Rural Care Director Mary Langsford said how pleased she was that the children could be involved in such a positive community initiative. “We have seen positive changes in all of the children at the kindy in the last two years as we have focussed more on getting outdoors and walking,” Mrs Langsford said. The maps will be available in key community centres, visitor information centres, education centres, Council offices across the Mid Murray, and online: www.mid-murray.sa.gov.au/opal

STUNNING NEW MARINA AND LAND DEVELOPMENT

Following the retirement of the long serving swimming pool supervisor Sandy, Mid Murray Council is seeking ‘expressions of interest’ from people to be employed in a casual position for the 2014/2015 swimming season (mid November 2014 to late March 2015).

Looking for a Riverside Holiday or Retirement Living?

People ideal for the role would be reliable and able to work the flexible hours including evenings, weekends and public holidays. You would be a ‘people person’ who can get on with kids, teenagers and adults to create a fun safe environment.

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The successful person/s will need to undergo a police check, have a current first aid and CPR certificate and some form of lifesaving qualification. Training can be provided to those suitable (and would need to be completed prior to the opening). For more information contact Triana Hill on 85690100. Written expressions of interest highlighting why you would be great in the role plus any relevant experience and qualifications can be delivered to t h e C a m b r a i or M a n n u m o f f i c e s o r e m a i l e d t o postbox@mid-murray.sa.gov.au by Monday October 13th 2015.

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Volunteering at Aminya Can you spare a couple of hours per week, or even once a month? To find out more phone Ruth, Wendy or Natalie 8569 1749. Aminya is a community based, non-profit, incorporated Association providing quality residential aged care services to the people in Mannum and surrounding areas.

MANNUM DOMICILIARY CARE Home and Community Care (HACC) Services Are you elderly or a carer and needing some help in the home? For more information about any of these services Phone Coralie on 8569 0240 Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm

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Mannum Day Centre is open from Mondays to Fridays except Public Holidays. The Day Centre is available for hire by community groups for a small donation. Please ring on 8569 0219 for more information. WEEKLY: Knitting Group, Social Day, Scrabble Day MONTHLY: Mannum Red Cross, Men’s Group, Card Afternoon If you would like more information or would like to attend the Day Centre for activities and need transport, please contact Louise Haby, Mannum Day Centre Coordinator (8569 0219)

Issue Number 95

MID MURRAY COUNCIL ELECTIONS - SHEARER WARD (Includes Mannum, Palmer, Tungkillo, Caloote, Milendella, Punthari, Sanderston, Zadows Landing, Wall Flat and Rockleigh areas)

VOTE 1

WILKINSON Steve

(For a valid vote, please number the voting paper consecutively from 1 to 4)

I seek your support to elect me as your Council representative. I am a retired accountant with over 26 years experience working in Local Government in various management and accounting positions. Formal qualifications in Local Government are: Diploma in Local Government Administration and Graduate Certificate in Local Government Management. I am a Fellow of the Institute of Public Accountants. I have lived in Mannum with my wife Debbie for the last 14 years and am a member of the Mannum Bowling Club, Rowing Club, and a volunteer member of the Country Fire Service for over 20 years. My other interests include push-bike riding and fishing. I love living in Mannum, it is a beautiful town with many facilities and considerable potential for the future. If elected, my interests in Council will be sound strategic management plans and financial management, economic development (more jobs) and improvements to footpaths. Since coming to Mannum I have seen considerable improvements to the road network, but both footpaths and drainage continue to be a problem that need to be addressed over a longer period of time. Having previously worked with the Council I am aware of our extensive road network and the many small townships and river settlements within the Mid Murray Council. I believe in good communication with the people and ratepayers of the area to obtain your views on what you expect from the Council, and these views need to be properly addressed in Councils Strategic Plans for the future. If elected I undertake to do my best to serve you. Contact Details: Steve Wilkinson 1 Esmeralda Street PO Box 438, Mannum 5238 Phone: 0885691631 Email: wilkv@internode.on.net Authorised by Steven Wilkinson, 1 Esmeralda Street, Mannum 5238

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David Peake

MID MURRAY COUNCIL ELECTIONS NOVEMBER 2014

Murray Ward (formerly River South)

VOTE 1 JEFF HALL My name is Jeff hall, I wish to advise I have renominated as your Ward Councillor representing the Murray ward. Please find a brief resume of my experience to fulfil this position. Should you have a need for more information feel free to make contact on either 0418 825 476 or email jeka@live.com.au. A retired manager of 40 years with the responsibility of 3 States. Kaye and I permanently retired to Bowhill 4 years ago into our river home of 25 years. After many years of representing the group on the Murray Valley Holiday Homes Association, Secretary of the local Shack Owners Association, the initial STED committee, assisting the committee to rebuild the Bowhill Community Club, while holding several senior industry and sporting positions. I’m currently your active council member of the following Council committees and boards – Aminya nursing home, CWMS, Strategic Planning, Mannum Caravan Park, Waste Management, Mid Murray/Karoonda East Murray Plant and the EBA negotiating team.

Candidate for MAYOR Because I care Phone: 0428 836 317 Authorised by David Peake, 5003 Murraylands Road Swan Reach 5354

I wish to continue in the current role to further assist your Council to develop and our communities to grow. Please assist me in continuing to be your elected representative by voting as below

Mid Murray Council Elections November 2014

MURRAY WARD Vote 1 KITTY SCHIANSKY

Vote 1 Jeff Hall Please remember for your vote to count, you must mark all Boxes. Authorised by Jeffrey Wayne Hall, 21 Providence Drive, Bowhill 5238 MID MURRAY COUNCIL ELECTIONS NOVEMBER 2014

I stand for sustainable jobs and development that come from equity and inclusion, transparency, genuine consultation and creative thinking.

(formerly Randell and Reedy Creek wards)

I stand for bold and immediate action on climate change that means supporting our food producers and helping people and the business sector transition to a low carbon economy that will lead to a secure and sustainable future.

VOTE 1 BRIAN TAYLOR Experience – Commitment – Integrity

I stand with the emergency services and health carers to address the consequences of extreme weather.

You must vote for at least 3 other candidates

I stand not to gain personal advancement but for community values that supersede profit.

Shearer Ward

Authorised by Brian Taylor, 1 Long Gully Road Mannum

There is more than the one model of growth and development proffered by many as a solution to all our woes. Climate change is a direct result of unbridled growth. We need bold leadership prepared to deal with this global challenge that manifests itself at a local level.

MID MURRAY COUNCIL ELECTIONS NOVEMBER 2014

Shearer Ward VOTE 1 PETER (BEACHY) RAISON Committed to continuing to help take the Mid Murray Council and it’s communities to a progressive and innovative future Authorised by Peter Raison, 15 Randell Street, Mannum

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There is one model of growth and development that embraces quality of life for all. There is one that appreciates and protects the natural environment and biodiversity and the crucial role they play in all our daily activities. It focuses on people and the planet before profit: That’s what I stand for. Authorised by Kitty Schiansky, 2392 Black Hill Road, Black Hill 5353

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS - 2014

VOTE 1 Peter R. Smith Shearer Ward - Previously Randell and Reedy Creek Wards

VOTE 1 Peter R. Smith I am looking forward to representing the Mid Murray Council area, if successful, with special interest in planning and the River Murray and its environs. The River Murray needs a special emphasis as it brings many hundreds of thousands of dollars into our economy.

VOTE 1 Peter R. Smith I am not naive enough to believe that all that needs attention can be done in quick time, but it is my belief that if most, if not all, of the smaller problems concerning our extremely valuable staff can be overcome, along with reducing unfortunate management improprieties, our council will be on the road to success.

VOTE 1 Peter R. Smith Another fight looming for Local Government is the State Government and their aimed removal, or desired removal, of our rights re planning in our own council area. I once again point out Mid Murray Council is burdened with an excess of 120 non-complying developments costing the ratepayers thousands of dollars. I am astounded that one in particular has had a huge impost on our budget costing some $94,000 and on-going. Still far from being settled! Total Commitment

Experience Federal/State/Boards and Committees Advisory Boards Federal/State/Local Past SA Vice-President Murray Darling Association Co-Ordinator Mannum Big River Fishing Competition Past Chairman Mid Murray Homes for the Aged

Integrity Transparency Community Focused Open Dialogue Guaranteed Resolution I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t/canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always guarantee success VOTE 1 Peter R. Smith

A vote for total commitment, transparency, integrity, a cut in spending to stop us all paying higher rates and total promise to be open with all constituents, my focus will be the ratepayers and their best interests. We must be community based!

VOTE 1 Peter R. Smith Authorised by Peter R. Smith OAM, PO Box 126, MANNUM 5238

VOTE 1 Peter R. Smith I can be contacted on 0418 822 342 or 8569 2086 Email: prsmithers@bigpond.com Website: www.prsmithersmyriver.com

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Dave Burgess SUPPORTING YOUR COMMUNITY WORKING FOR OUR REGION Authorised Dave Burgess 745 Cliff View Drive Wongulla 5238

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our community elects Council Members every four years and now is your chance to be heard. I have a desire to serve my community and have been inspired to nominate by campaigns targeting women and by other members of Council. If elected, I will listen. I will dream big. I will change and evolve and encourage this from others when progress is needed. Raised on a farm near Bowhill, I appreciate challenges facing agriculture, am interested in population growth, tourism and events. I will strive to ensure Council has a focus in these areas. I now live on the river at Zadows Landing with my husband Wayne and two young daughters, and will be the voice for the smaller destinations surrounding the Mannum township. I have the very fortunate advantage of great insight into Council operations. For the past three years I was employed to progress Council and keep up with current trends, while still retaining our heritage. I managed the rebranded logo, new website and smartphone app ‘My Local Services’. I initiated marketing resources for Council’s health and transport partnerships, and assisted OPAL with its success. During this time I was exposed to the endeavours of other Councils in South Australia

Kelly Kuhn and while we are excelling in many areas, we are being left behind in others. Having been employed by the State Government for eight years in marketing South Australia, I am interested in a vital sector of the Mid Murray economy – tourism. I have travelled many countries of our globe, which has helped to shape my knowledge and leadership skills. I am a chauffeur and tour host for Murray Princess and houseboat guests on day tours visiting our region. Rather than just planning or talking about tourism, I am there amongst the real working conditions, understanding the desires of interstate and international people spending their hard earned dollars experiencing our region. I am connected with young families in the district, who I believe need a voice. I am Treasurer on the Mannum Kindergarten Governing Council. I appreciate the sporting fabric which creates a great deal of culture in my community and assists in our endeavour of improved health and wellbeing. This year the Mannum Roos Netball Club appointed me the A Reserves playing coach. During the season I achieved the milestone of playing 150 senior games. I have held previous positions as Secretary and Media Officer, and am currently overseeing

improvements to the constitution and strategic planning for the future through the STARCLUB program. I was part of the inaugural team to setup the current Mannum Fun Run. Council must ensure robust financial management, a strong governance system and a supportive environment for our future generations to thrive and achieve potential. We need to prepare for challenges, and overcome them with positivity. Importantly, we also need to celebrate success to transform the negative attitudes about Council. We must be able to express strong differing opinions, then come together in mutual respect and unity. With more than 343,000 votes counted in the 2010 Council elections, they are the biggest single voluntary civic participation activity in the State. I will be listed on the ballot papers as number 5 in Shearer Ward. Vote 1 for KUHN Kelly. Have your say! I can be contacted on mobile 0488 697 308 or email kellyk@activ8.net.au. Join the conversation on my Facebook page ‘Kelly Kuhn for Mid Murray Council’ and see my profile of work history on LinkedIn. Authorised by Kelly Kuhn (nee Loechel) 18 Walding Road, Zadows Landing SA 5254

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am a Swan Reach pistachio grower and have lived in the Blanchetown / Swan Reach area for nearly twenty years. I have been a passionate Councillor for four years serving on Council, Natural Resource, Industry advisory and community committees. This experience together with my career in Banking, Transport and Horticulture has developed the management skills necessary to provide sound leadership for Council’s employees, Elected Members and community. Ratepayers, be assured that I am driven to promote our region at

David Peake Local, State and Federal levels for the recognition and equality that our neighbouring Councils enjoy. I will pursue opportunities for development, tourism and arts and cultural initiatives to create employment and a vibrant economy to provide better infrastructure and community services for both resident and visitor. Mid Murray communities will be promoted as healthy and environmentally sustainable places to live and work within easy access to Adelaide. To achieve these outcomes, I will actively work in

a team environment with the CEO, Deputy Mayor, Councillors and Council workforce. I will continue my “hands on”, approachable manner to engage with all communities, big and small. It’s who I am. As Mayor, I will ensure TEAM Mid Murray delivers ethical governance, maintains fiscal responsibility and works to budget. Mid Murray, all I am saying is, Give Peake a Chance. Because I Care. Authorised by David Peake 5003 Murraylands Road, Swan Reach 5354

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was away recently. A pilgrimage to answer for myself, the question asked by Cathy Clemow in the September 2013 issue. ‘If people are so disillusioned about Mannum, why are they still living here?’ Or in other words, ‘if you don’t like it leave! Go somewhere else!’ But don’t dare to challenge the priorities, methods or rights of the bureaucracy and ruling business elite to do it their way. So I travelled 2000 kilometres, challenging many fears and found myself in places where the people cared about beauty, and people, and the environment and were prepared to fight for the rights of these things to exist. Where profit, did not come before ecology and the rights of other species. Places that truly embrace progressive and innovative ideas and practices, not just as meaningless slogans to be rolled out at council election time, but as a way of being. Then, I had to come ‘home’, not even knowing what home meant any more. As the September 2014 issue rolls off the press, I Page 18

Who to Choose? see that some of our elected representatives are promoting themselves for re-election. Offering meaningless words strung together promising ‘Commitment to progressive and innovative futures’, ‘sustainable programs of governance and innovative solutions’, ‘commitment to help our council to pursue our objectives in a professional manner’ and ‘supporting your community and working for our region’. What is progressive and innovative about this council? What does ‘our objectives’ even mean, because the direction the council is taking this town certainly doesn’t satisfy the objectives of many community members. I know of some innovative and progressive ideas that have been put to the Mid Murray Council in recent years that were immediately rejected. Concepts for waste management that would have extended the viability of our local tip and created innovative employment opportunities. Another, was an amazing sustainable permaculture designfor the old school property that would have created a Mannum Mag

haven for all members of our community. If only our leaders had more than $ signs in their eyes and hearts and less pecuniary interests. And I don’t agree with Kendra of Wongulla. I have always been of the understanding that people joined committees and councils because they believed in a cause or wanted to serve the community. Now a career can be made of sitting on committees with ridiculous sitting fees and councillor allowances. Money and its misuse is what creates the corruption in governments large and small, perhaps if the remuneration was less substantial we would attract councillors with heart, and live in a community with soul. I can still imagine a Mannum that is a shining example of truly sustainable living, a peaceful, community minded place to live, and people would come, people would come. So, as election time draws near, remember the old adage ‘a new broom sweeps clean’. Authorised by Lisa Bottroff, 5 Diercks Road, Mannum SA 5238

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All Steamed Up at Mannum Stationary Engines, Black Smiths & Mannum Fresh Water Classic Boat Festival Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the recomissioning of the PS Marion

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th November 2014

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All Steamed Up at Mannum Family Fun Weekend - River Festival On the banks of the Murray River at Arnold Park & the Mannum Dock Museum at Mannum Saturday & Sunday - 9:30am - 4:00pm each day Largest display of Blacksmith demonstrations in SA • Australia’s first Steam Car on display • Live Music with the SA Detachment of the Royal Australian Navy Band on Saturday • and the Backwater Band on Sunday • Diesel & Steam Vintage / Historical / Rare Engines in operation Fairy Light Boat Parade, Murray River Cruises Mannum Freshwater Classic from Arnold Park to Caloote, Saturday 2:00 - 4:00pm • Boat Concourse D’Elegance • Classic Cars on display Wooden & Classic Boats on display • 20th Anniversary of the Recommissioning of the PS Marion Captain’s Dinner • Live Entertainment Food Stalls & Crafts • Trade Expo Stalls Free shuttle bus to Mary Ann Reserve & Mannum Dock Museum. Free parking at Mannum Football Oval Event Entry fee - Adult $5.00, 14 to 17 years $3.00, Children under 14 years free (includes entry to the Mannum Dock Museum) Short Cruises on the PS Marion - Adult $15.00, 4 to14 years $7.50, Children under 4 years free. 10:30am 12:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm PS Marion Dinner - Mannum Rowing Club - Saturday 15th November. $25.00 with live entertainment - Bookings Essential Mannum Dock Museum of River History 6 Randell Street MANNUM SA 5238 T: (08) 8569 2733 F: (08) 8569 2383 • E: museum@psmarion.com • www.psmarion.com

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Musical Miscellany The Jewish Influence – Part 2

n research for this article I found so much about Leonard Bernstein that it really would be unfair to combine his contribution with those of Vernon Duke and Harold Arlen. Bernstein was a first generation American born of Ukrainian Jewish parents. Leonard Bernstein (Lennie to his friends) was christened Louis but changed it to Leonard after his grandmother died. He studied at Harvard then at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. He met various musicians, including Aaron Copland and Serge Koussevitsky, who contributed to his musical knowledge and in some cases became mentors and lifelong friends. One of his early teachers, Helen Coates, later became his secretary. It was a very sudden conducting assignment which brought him to fame. He was at the time Assistant Conductor of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. The guest conductor became suddenly ill and Lennie had to fill the gap without any rehearsal. The concert was nationally broadcast which didn’t hurt him a little bit. It literally did occur at the last possible moment, very much the stuff for a Hollywood Block Buster. After his formal education was completed he shared accommodation in New York with his friend Adolph Green.

Later Green and Comden were to provide words for two of his musical stage shows. Bernstein developed a lifelong relationship with the Israel Philharmonic performing with it as pianist and as conductor. On a number of occasions recordings were made. Many of these are still available, particularly on the Deutsche Grammophon label. Lennie really was a musical phenomenon. He conducted, he composed. He was an educator and above all an infectious enthusiast for almost all types of music. His compositions included works in many genres including a mass, symphony for violin, an operetta, Candide, and Broadway musicals. Candide had a libretto by Lillian Hellman, partner of Dashiell Hammett, author of “The Maltese Falcon”. Bernstein’s Broadway musicals included On the Town and Wonderful Town. Both had lyrics by Comden and Green who also contributed to the classical musical film Singing in the Rain. Most famous of all is West Side Story, a Romeo and Juliet saga in modern clothes with wonderful music, breath taking choreography and apt lyrics. West Side Story had been on the books for quite some time. It was as early as 1947 that Jerome Robbins approached Bernstein and

Arthur Laurents with the story idea. It floated around without any real direction until finally Stephen Sondheim (Send in the Clowns) joined the team. The musical had a long and difficult birth and is now legendary for songs such as “Maria”, “I Feel Pretty”, “Somewhere” and others. A DVD exists of the film version with Natalie Wood. An example of Bernstein’s musical diversity is given by his appearance with jazz pianist Dave Brubeck. Bernstein played Brubeck compositions and Brubeck returned the compliment. A recording of the performance was released. As an educator Lennie performed on television and recorded a series of performances of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony and his “Serenade for Violin”; he also covered jazz, conducting, American musical comedy, J S Bach and grand opera. There are many sources of biography including some on the web. There are some that perhaps lack some objectivity. However it is almost impossible not to wax enthusiastic about someone who gave us so much splendid music. Next time Vernon Duke and Harold Arlen, promise. Peter Weir

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Murray Bridge Matinee Series he Matinee Series is presented by the Rural City of Murray Bridge and Out of the Square Inc. in the beautiful Murray Bridge Town Hall. Arrive early and enjoy a complimentary morning tea from 10am followed by the performance at 11am. Concert tickets are $15.00 each.

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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. After you attend a performance in the Murray Bridge Town Hall, you are invited to visit the beautiful Murray Bridge Regional Gallery where three exhibitions will be running through until 12th October. “Of Obscured Significance” will be featured in the Main Gallery. Set within the local and entwined with the global, these historical and contemporary, photographic and mix media artworks reflect the everyday; where concerns and interests are addressed and illuminated. Curated by Beverley Southcott, her work will be joined with works by Mick Bradley, Murray Bridge and District Historical Society Inc., Louise Flaherty, Frank Grauso, Rachel McElwee and Lee Salomone. “Bodywork”, in the Vicki Nottage Sculpture Court, is a national Gallery of Australia Exhibition featuring Australian Jewellery 1970 - 2012. “Cutting into Culture “ in the Jean Sims Gallery features an exhibition of traditional Chinese papercuts. The Murray Bridge Regional Gallery is open from 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Saturday and 11am to 4pm on Sundays.

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Mental Health Expo

Aminya Building A Future

Murray Bridge Town Hall Friday 17th October 2014, 10:00am – 3:00pm Free Family Friendly Community Event

he Mental Health Expo will help to raise awareness of the needs to improve mental health and wellbeing in the Murraylands and surrounding districts. Murraylands service providers from all sectors and community members host the Expo. The Expo provides all community members, from local and outlying areas, access to information regarding mental health and mental illness, resources, speakers, workshops and provides a

greater awareness of local services in a safe, caring, friendly and nonjudgmental environment. Members of the community will be have opportunities to make connections and speak with those in similar situations to themselves as well as those who can support them. 1. Aim of the event: To raise awareness about the impact of stigma and discrimination for people with a mental illness in the community. 2. To provide an opportunity for people

in rural and remote communities to have an open discussion about mental illness and to have access to NGO’S and Government Organisation’s who provide mental health services and be provided with information about mental illness and mental health all in one space. 3. To create an opportunity to promote the mental health and emotional wellbeing of people within the community that is fun, entertaining and free from stigma. 4. To encourage event participation in an inclusive environment - e.g. Abori ginal, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and Youth. 10:00am Official Opening 10:10am Welcome to Country 10:15am Presentation of the Suicide Prevention Action Plan to the Rural City of Murray Bridge 11:00am Maryjo Fisher, Former Senator for South Australia, Beyond Blue Ambassador 11:30am – 1:30pm Free Lunch Available 1:00pm MIFSA Speaker, Lived Experience: Schizophrenia 2:00pm MIFSA Speaker, Lived Experience: Bipolar

Free community event enquiries: Cathy 0439 087 523.

s a former board member of Aminya, I am delighted to see the vision of early board members being fulfilled as its latest building works begin. At the time of Aminya’s crisis many years ago, when it seemed the dream of a larger facility for future needs would fail due to lack of funding, Mr Dean Warrick, with great foresight to those needs, urged the board to purchase as much available adjoining land as possible. Mr Peter Smith fought ‘tooth and nail’ to finally receive the necessary funding through Federal Age Care Funding, and, the all important, DVA funding. Sadly, Dean died before seeing even a small part of his long term dream fulfilled. However, I’m sure Peter Smith feels great pride in seeing the fruition of what was, at that time, his ongoing tenacity and resourcefulness, ultimately securing the funding so vital to future expansion. To all past and present board members,congratulationsin keeping Aminya a viable, quality centre of aged care. All residents can feel justly proud of this local facility. Valerie Bottroff

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ancakes can get a bad rap (pardon the pun) which is so unfair when they are an easy food to make for breakfast and snacks. To help make them healthier, avoid cooking them in lashings of butter, use ‘good oil’, e.g. peanut oil, olive oil and the like. Serve withfreshfruit,frozenberries(thawed) or tinned fruit with no added sugar. Instead of cream use plain yoghurt. Let me introduce you to a savoury pancake that you can make a meal of. This dish can be switched up in a multitude of ways. Notice water is added instead of milk, trust me it works! Omitting meat and adding other vegetables provides a vegetarian option (that is of course if eggs are included in diet).

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Food is Life is Food At this time of the year, warmer vegetable varieties are coming out and there are so many interesting options to choose from. While penning this I have had an idea for flavouring the batter with grated raw beetroot and horseradish! Maybe I would get purple pancakes? Chicken & Cauliflower Pancakes

200g chicken mince 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp grated ginger 1½ cups water 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 cups plain flour 2 eggs, lightly whisked 1 tsp sesame seed oil 2 cups cauliflower, finely chopped Salad topping 2 spring onions, finely sliced 1 carrot, shredded 4-6 radishes, shredded 3 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame seed oil 3 tbsp vinegar (of choice)

Chilli to taste 1 Heat olive oil in frying pan over high heat. 2 Add minced chicken, cook, stirring for about 3 minutes 3 Add ginger and garlic, stir through and cook for a further minute or two. 4 Remove from heat. 5 In a large bowl whisk together flour, eggs, water and sesame seed oil to form a thin batter. 6 Add chicken mixture to batter, stir to combine and rest for 15 minutes. 7 While batter is resting, combine Salad Topping ingredients and set aside. 8 Using clean frying pan, heat over medium-high heat. (Non-stick is ideal for this, otherwise a small splash of oil will to prevent pancakes from sticking). 9 Add ½ cup batter to heated frypan, gently move with spoon to create a uniform shape and even thickness. Cook for 2 minutes or until pancake is golden in colour, turn pancake and cook a further 2

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minutes to cook through. Transfer to a plate and repeat. To serve, fold a pancake in half on plate and top with desired amount of Salad Topping. Enjoy! Top Tips and Switch Ups • Add cooked prawns to the Salad Topping. • Serve with sautéed Asian greens instead of salad. • Switch cauliflower with other vegetables, chop finely, keep to 2 cups in amount. • Red onion can be substituted for spring onion, slice finely. • A good dash of oyster sauce to batter mix gives a nice flavour.

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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On My Bookshelf

Diary of A Young Man: Adelaide 1890 – December 18th - December 25th Sydney, Melbourne then home for “a very pleasant Christmas”. DECEMBER 18TH THURSDAY Bath, walk, breakfast, news as usual. Took luggage to Railway ready for the return home. With Mr Pickering and Mr Brenthall visited the gardens, lunched at quay. Tram to Randwick and rode on the new electric car, supplied with power from an overhead wire. Seems to be a success. Sundry shopping on return to Sydney. To Redfern Station per tram car and steamed off at 5.15, bidding adieu to Brenthall who remains longer. Fruit tea in our private compartment in the Main Car. Retired to our berths about 9 and altho’ comfortable sleep was poor. DECEMBER 19TH FRIDAY At 5.30 dressed. Cup of tea at Albury Station at 6. Breakfast at Benalla. Fine day but cool. Reached Melbourne before noon after an uneven journey of about 18 hours. Much of the country passed thro’ seemed to be of good quality. Lunched at Vegetarian Restaurant (Thistle

Company) and enjoyed Lentil soup and wholemeal bread. To Windsor per cable car (this works well but rather slower than Sydney Cars which are steam) but could not find Cornish. Procured copies of Cobbetts’ “Grammar” and “Advice” at Coles’ Arcade. Filled up afternoon by visiting hairdresser and fruit shop, exploring the streets of Melbourne, does not seem so busy as Sydney. Mr P. went to Moonee Ponds and dined with Andersons. Away 4.40 express train. Have a Conrad of Adelaide and another young fellow in our compartment this time. Tea at Ballarat. Bed about 10. Sleep broken, altho’ the car rides beautifully. DECEMBER 20TH SATURDAY Up at 6, dressed, weather fine. Breakfast at Murray Bridge Station. City at 10.30. Trains seem very slow after Victorian and N.S.W. travelling. Adelaide looks dry and is plagued with locusts. Welcomed back to office. Home about 11.15. Welcomed by Mother and Sisters and later by Alfred.

Unpacked, dined, and being very tired, slept, not waking till 5.15. Sterne visiting. Tea. Cash a/cs till 10.30. Bed about 11. DECEMBER 21ST SUNDAY Bath at 7. Walk before breakfast. Reading before morning service. Service 11, Rice preached. Sacrament 12.30. Head aching, cold in head. Called on Hendrys, thence to School. Visited Bennetts and found Mrs B. depressed, her son’s health being so bad. Because of headache took no tea. Rested and slept between 7 and 11pm., feeling better took a little supper. Bed 11.30. DECEMBER 24TH WEDNESDAY 6.50. Rode to Hales, Pritchards with letters. At midday visited shops with Alfr ed , making sund ry purchases for Xmas gifts. Busy till 5.30. Made further purchases, home per car. To Hindmarsh on bike. Returned with parcels. Home before 9. Everybody seems busy, preparing for Xmas. Visited Bennetts, taking several

delicacies for Fred Bennett. Home before 10. Bed about 11. DECEMBER 25TH THURSDAY Bath at 7. This is the great holiday of the year and everybody seems determined to celebrate it. The weather, usually extremely hot, is beautiful. Prayers, breakfast as usual. Numerous gifts were recd by me from the others and everybody getting something to remember the happy time by. Attended service at P.M. Church, Gilmore preaching. I like the Christmas morning service. Met blind folks. Willie and Family (6 in all) and Lou and Family (7 in all) added to our 9, made 22 at our dinner table. Took the children in to the Parks during afternoon. Willie and Tom are learning to ride my Rover (bicycle). Tea. Children merry. Read “Lorna Doone”. Tom mastered the machine, Willie already having done so. Had some singing. Willie and family gone. Tom and family remaining thro’ night. Bed 11.30. A very pleasant Christmas for us. Jo Kader

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Teen Challenge

Mannum Dock Museum Board Notice of Annual General Meeting Sunday 30th November 2014 11:00 am at the Mannum Rowing Club Mary Ann Reserve, River Lane, Mannum SA 5238 Members of the public are invited to attend the meeting. If you require any further information, please contact Jenny Callander, Museum Coordinator Mannum Dock Museum, 8569 2733 or museum@psmarion.com Rob Bowring, Chairman Mannum Dock Museum Board

een Challenge has been meeting at the Mannum Community Hub fortnightly on Friday nights. The games equipment has provided a lot of fun; the Tribe program has been great. Tribes have raced each other in contests, built bridges out of straws that would hold full cans of soft drink; decorated their totem poles and heard of 5 people in the Bible who joined Jesus tribe and the adventures they experienced. The term concluded with a free movie night on 26th September.

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Rockleigh Bushfires – Past, Present, Future Initial Impact on People hile the Range Road people were congregated near our old farmhouse watching the scrub burn and waiting for the fire to flare up again, they devised a plan to cold-call every burnt household/landowner and ask if they were in need of help. Each person was asked to contact 3-4 neighbours and to get back to Vince and Steven. Telstra rang Vince and asked him, “Did you know you made 490 phone calls in 2 days”. Yes, he did. But, between these people they made sure that no-one was forgotten. And if they weren’t home, someone followed them up. When fire trucks are called out, they don’t just go alone. They need support trucks, and the Salvation Army sets up food stations. Local businesses help, and don’t often get acknowledged. Red Rooster fed my son the night he was almost caught in the fire. People wanted to help but didn’t know their way around Rockleigh. Police did a good job of keeping “sticky beaks” out. They handed out water, reminded fireies and farmers to eat, and at times drove farmers working on the road edge to food stops. At times they were driving in situations of real danger to themselves. Can I comment on those people whose properties bordered the fires. They live in a state of alert panic. Most didn’t just leave. They came down Critchley Road and let the fires burn to the road edge then belted them

out. Flames jump from treetop to treetop, drop burning twigs and set the grass alight. The days after a fire has passed, while large trees still smoulder and burn, are truly ghastly. Police check to make sure that everyone has survived. There are dead birds, injured or dead animals, blinded animals crashing aimlessly, and many need to be put out of their misery. Kangaroos, snakes, lizards, echidnas - so much devastation you can’t put it into words. There is heartbreak, heroism and sheer luck but a fire is not out just because it is downgraded. It’s capable of swinging back into destructive mode at the slightest wind change. How often did the fire at Bangor flare up and that fire burnt for 31 days. Fire can cause people to panic and act without thinking. They may try to fight it wearing inappropriate clothing. Heat is strong enough to melt clothing onto your skin. Lenses can come out of the frames of your glasses and drop in the dirt. Smoke and heat affect your throat and breathing. People who need medication forget to take it. People’s reactions to fire is fascinating to say the least. People you have known for decades are often not the same as the people you think you know. People who are really arrogant are really scared little people inside who bluster to make an impression. Some are so distraught as to be suicidal. Some become silent and just stare into

space. Some are so angry as to be irrational and others just swear and swear and swear. Others just wait for Father Xmas to come and make it all right again. Practical people are easiest to help. There was a tidal wave of mental health issues unleashed. Post Traumatic Stress doesn’t just happen to those who have been burnt. Those waiting to be “the next to get cooked if the wind changes” are just as likely to be affected. Little kids at schools in Eden Valley and round Truro, at Cambrai and at St Joseph’s in Murray Bridge had to pack a bag of their favourite toys in case they needed to evacuate. And they wouldn’t put those bags down. They took them to bed, to school, to the toilet. They are so sure that the fire is going to come back and get them. Imagine the trauma to those little kids in Wirrabarra School after a month. It’s coming - it’s changed - it’s back again. Day and night they are so scared they will take months to settle. Several people have commented their smoke alarms drove them crazy. The smoky air that hangs around triggers the alarm. Some take the batteries out, then put them in again. Some people just walk in the ashes daily not knowing where to begin. Imagine if you are dependant on medication and your house burns down. Your immediate priority is just survival. Carmel Critchley

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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 8th September 2014 meeting.

• Applications will be submitted under the State Black Spot funding program for Roads. a. Purnong Road, Stage 1: widening of 800 metres of bitumen seal b. Purnong Road, Greening Hill: installation of 800 metres of safety railing c. Murraylands Road, Sealing of 4km: McBeans Pound to Haylands Grid d. East Front Road, Bowhill end: 500 metres of safety railing e. Murraylands Road, Sealing of 3km and safety railing: Marne River to Hayward Hill • Mr D Starkey’s offer to gift the transfer of ownership of the vacant Sanderston Congregational Church Historical site (including a monument) for community land has been accepted, subject to a Landcare Group managing the land. • A removable fire hydrant will be installed at Tungkillo to assist farm fire fighting units prior to the forthcoming fire danger season. • Council will ascertain the cost and process to permanently close a portion of Parker Street (from Aminya Village to Esmeralda Street) to enable the siting of the Helipad without the necessity for the removal of the hospital residence. • A submission will be forwarded to the State Government following the recommendations from the Expert Panel on Planning Reform to improve the planning processes for Councils, developers and the community in South Australia. • Grants of $500 will be made to the Mannum Men’s Shed and to the Cadell Community and Tourism Association for the Cadell Op Shop to construct

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ramps and provide hand rails to improve disabled access to both properties. With State and Council funding, the OPAL services (Obesity Prevention and Lifestyle Program) will continue with under the following model.  OPAL Manager and OPAL Support Officer each at 0.9 FTE  $20,000 per annum from the State Government (originally $40,000). Much of this is committed to providing funding for the support officer to 0.9 FTE as it was considered that maintaining staff working on programs was important. Work continues with State Agencies to coordinate a Suicide Prevention Community Engagement Strategy and Network Group to progress and implement strategies to assist with mental health and suicide prevention. Significant interest has been expressed from community organisations for the use of Council’s new Create a Playground. The Council’s General Purpose and Local Road Grant is $3,784,587. Following Condition Survey and Valuation reports, PS Canally will be insured for $400,000 (adjusted annually to reflect the extent of repair works undertaken) and PS Marion will be insured for $850,000. The General Manager of Motorcycling SA, Mr Chris McArdle outlined strategies to assist in dealing with illegal riders that cause property and environmental damage, noise and dust concerns for residents. Motorcycle SA, Council and other stakeholders will work together to implement strategies. Installation of CCTV cameras for Randell Street has been approved. The system will be able to take into account existing CCTV cameras and has the ability

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to be expanded in the future. Council appreciates the contribution (up to $5000) from businesses and community organisations to assist in the installation cost ($41,899). The State Manager for Federal Department of Employment will be invited to attend the December meeting to outline the proposed Work for the Dole Program for 2015/2016 and how the Mid Murray Council can be involved. Housing SA have responded to a Council letter and advised that they have no plan at this time to devolve out of Mannum. Housing SA also confirmed the auction of a section of Murray Park (58 dwellings for sale) by auction on 26 September 2014. The Infrastructure Director will liaise with the Bowhill General Store regarding design and costings of an upgraded wharf for Bowhill. Council noted the address to the annual State Roads and Works Conference by the former Deputy Prime Minister Tim Fischer highlighting the need for consideration of a possible rail bypass involving Sedan and Truro. Communications from the State Member for Schubert, Stephan Knoll, the State Minister for Education and Child Development, Jennifer Rankine and from Renewal SA regarding the former Mannum Primary School land was received. Council has offered $5000 in full and final settlement for the purchase of Allotments 9 and 10, and to meet the costs of a minor boundary realignment to enable access. (Taking into account that Council purchased the old Mannum Primary School for $165,000, fully restored the building for $235,000 and has allocated $10,000 in 2014/15 for further minor works). Russell Peate CEO, Mid Murray Council

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Missing The Boat

uccessful orthopaedic surgeon and associate professor in the School of Medicine’s Sydney Campus, Dr Munjed al Muderis fled from Baghdad Hospital in 1999 after being ordered to amputate the ears of deserting military patients. This was his final glimpse of homeland Baghdad. He followed the tortuous route through Iraq, Jordan and Indonesia and joined 165 others on a leaky boat – the “good, the bad and the ugly” as he describes them – bound for northern Australia. Conditions were so overcrowded that all people stood for the journey. Ultimately, the boat was observed. Dr Muderis remembers his short time on Christmas

Island, followed by ten months languishing at Curtin Detention Centre WA before eventually being “released” into mainstream society. Curtin was a soul-destroying exercise, according to Dr Muderis. He remembers his given number was 982. He felt isolated and inhuman, he remembers, bored out of his mind. “Wasted time and a waste of taxpayer expense” he said. He included sessions teaching other refugees English and Chess to fill the time. Later he was in solitary confinement for a spell and he used this opportunity to study anatomy. “Make use of every occasion” became his thought. It has developed

into a duty of life, to make a difference. The science of “osseointegration”, where prosthetics become part of the living person, is new and exciting. Earliest prosthetic surgery techniques date back to the fifteenth century and this is only now emerging into the new form. Dr Muderis was encouraged to study this advanced work after then Immigration Minister Phillip Ruddock told him he wasn’t suitable as a surgeon. “The culture needs to change,” maintains the eminent ex-Iraqi. “Otherwise we will all miss the boat.” A nice philosophical finale. Max Merckenschlager

Bundles England There is a bundle. The bundle is tucked between a massive chimney and well worn stone steps to a heavy wooden door. The bundle trembles. A hand emerges, then an eye.

Somalia On the never ending plain, where no rain falls and mimosa hold nothing but thorns, there is a rainbow. It is not an ordinary rainbow. Its glorious colours are almost flattened into the red dust.

There is a beanie the colour of long wear, pulled tight. Another eye. This one blinks, the other stays wide open. It has to. You never know.

On the sun scorched plain the rainbow follows the curve of the earth, threatens to fade into nothingness, writhes in the midday heat, struggles to reach its pot of gold.

There is a sky. It weeps softly into the grey street, sniffles over cold paving, sheds tears into the gutter, gags and gargles down the grating.

On the red soil plain, where jackals sniff the air and muted sobs linger, there is a bundle. The bundle lies in the sparse shade of a mimosa bush. There is no movement except for a fuzz of flies settling and rising, settling and rising.

There is a world. It begins to stir; the stretching sounds of a city. The bundle flakes from the crumpled man with the blinking On the unforgiving plain there is a woman, weeping eye. silently, wrapped in other women the colours of a rainbow, There is a back lane where the sun never shines. turning her back to the bundle, following the curve of the And here, among the hotel trash, the staring eye rests upon earth. breakfast. On the shimmering horizon there is a fence, an ugly wire fence, securing a mish-mash of makeshift dwellings, shelter for homeless thousands clinging to the curve of the earth.

Indonesia There can be no looking back, back to bleakness, blackness, death. We have waited here forever, forever nowhere. Today we move forward, to the boat with so many others who can wait no longer, trapped in this futureless place. There can be no tears for the past, no fear. We whisper possibilities. We give the man all we have. Today we take our chances, bundle our newborn son onto the boat. Better he should die than grow up knowing he is nothing. There can be no looking back, no crying but smiling as our agent beckons “come.” Together we can imagine a future as we enter through the back door. Jacqui Merckenschlager

And at the gate there is a woman in white. Relief at the end of the rainbow.

A Nice Surprise

eather had returned from hospital. I suppose the news was as good as we could expect. It was going to be many weeks of physio before she would be able return to something like a normal life; all because she had slipped and fallen on a wet floor in a supermarket. Osteoporosis had done the rest, at least it had weakened the bones and a broken hip was the result. “You will have to keep doing the shopping, I am afraid,” she told me when she was settled on the seat of her Zimmer frame. So armed with a list I once more set off for the supermarket to do the weekly shop. It was raining. The roads were busy. Traffic appeared to comprise either great cement carriers, trucks and trailers carrying dirt or overdeveloped four wheel drives driven by those on a mission. To someone of more mature years such rush and bustle appeared to be purposeless unless the drivers were late for their own funeral. Reaching the supermarket I searched for a car park. Perversely the rain increased in intensity and the wind came in gusts. This had disastrous consequences for my golf umbrella when finally I parked and headed to the shopping complex. I left its skeleton in a rubbish bin at the entry to the shopping mall; one more thing to add to the shopping list. The shopping trolley, with a mind of its own, was seemingly intent on travelling sideways, forcing collisions with other innocent but harried shoppers. I wrestled it down aisles and around island displays to find the items on Heather’s list. Inevitably there were items I just couldn’t find. For example I didn’t expect to find paper towel with toilet tissue but then I always had had difficulty in understanding the minds of those who organise these matters. In between noise, supposedly music, there would the unintelligible blare of Issue Number 95

a public address system calling someone to the telephone or enticing weary customers to some ten minute special which they just mustn’t miss. Undaunted, unpersuaded, I continued doggedly to search for and find the needed items. Soups, rice, cereals and vegetables all began to fill the trolley. Meat and some fish I found and added to the growing mound of food. Privately I felt we would never eat it all. I was also worried because there was a very good chance I would be expected to cook it and my cooking experiences, while past boiling water, were not particularly advanced. Finally the list had been achieved and I felt a few treats were desirable. Some nice biscuits and some cake I thought; then the checkout. Another story. Then out to the car. Rain had stopped so forgot about an umbrella. As I finished packing all the shopping into the car, a young woman with a small child in tow approached. “Excuse me, did you have a packet of cream biscuits in your shopping?” she asked as she reached me. “Why, yes I did.” “Well they were caught up in the moving belt and didn’t actually go through the checkout. Here they are.” She handed me a packet of biscuits which I had intended as a treat when I reached home. She turned around, with the tot hanging on, walked away. I was stunned. Then I called after her. “Here is the money,” and I found some coins. She just waved and kept going. I sat in the car, stunned. For all my cynicism, there were still wonderful people in this world.

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be used in store. The winners were Peter Kuhlmann, for the best wrap and Lenore Wedding, for the quiz on what vitamins and minerals were in the salad produce for the wraps. Everyone received a take home bag containing fruit, nuts and free range eggs, plus great resources for healthy eating, kindly provided by OPAL. Groups MIFSA have joined up with the Garden Group, working together on their own garden beds to ensure that the plants are trimmed and fertilised and the beds are weeded. If you are interested in learning how to grow your own fruit and veggies, or if you are an avid gardener and want to share your knowledge, please join the Hub Garden Group. Donations Lyn and Jerry Kooistra have donated an upright piano to the Hub. Lyn explained that it has been in the family for 50 years, purchased from a local farming family by her parents as a gift when she was 6 years old. It is approximately 100 years old. Clive Kiernan, a new volunteer, is doing-up a small wooden boat donated by the council for placement in the Community Garden area. We would like to thank the Hall for their kind donation of 5 computers. The Hub received a grant of 10 refurbished PCs from the Smart State PC Donation Program for use by Teen Challenge. Coming Up

he MMSS Board of Management has engaged Kerry Simcock from Dynamic Training and Facilitation. Kerry has proven project management experience in business, employment and skill development projects including working with Non Profit Community Organisations. Kerry will be working with us and guiding our organisation to the next level, where we will make things happen and focus on creating a better future for the organisation and the community. MMSS received a grant from FlindersUniversity to create a short documentary about our organisation. The Office for Volunteers Community Voices program, partners community groups with students from Flinders University to produce short documentaries or television commercials for volunteer recruitment and community education. The primary goal of the short documentary is to promote the benefits of volunteering and the impact it has in the community. The Mannum Community Hub We have come a long way since we first opened the doors of the Hub in January 2014. Many activities have been held at the Hub. These only happen with the hard work and coordination of our dedicated staff, volunteers, trainers and activity leaders. The recent “It’s a Wrap” Healthy Eating When You Are Older activity was a great success. Participants took part in a couple of games for two twenty dollar gift vouchers, purchased by the Hub from our local IGA store. The vouchers are to

Hub Movie Afternoon: “No Business like Show Business”. Thursday 16th October, noon. Cost: $5.00

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A Light Lunch will be provided at noon. Duration of the movie is 2 hours. There are Limited seats available, bookings are essential. To book your seat telephone MMSA 8569 2129. Fruit and Veggie Swap – Grow ‘n ‘Share: Late October. Card Making: Anyone interested in card making

classes, contact the Hub on 8569 1832. There is nothing better than giving a personalised Christmas card to family and friends. iPad Class: Late October Contact the Hub to register your interest. Dance Classes at the Hub: Wednesday nights during the school term. Hip Hop, Contemporary

and Jazz. Boys and girls welcome. Groups: 3 - 5 year olds, 5 - 8 year olds, 8 year old and up. Small charge per lesson. For more information contact Tahlija on 0499 530 341. Reminder: A Health and Wellbeing Program commences in late October, Tuesday mornings over 6 weeks. To register your interest call 8569 1832. Level II First Aid Course: At the Hub on 8th to 10th Dec (3 x 1 day courses), 10:00am - 4pm. Cost: $150.

Assessment involves written questions, oral questioning and practical simulation. There are no pre-requisites or co-requisites for this competency unit which incorporates the contents of units: HLTAID001 Provide CPR and HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support. To enroll and learn more contact MADEC Murray Bridge 8531 3520. MMSS Website: www.mmss.com.au Facebook: search for Mid Murray Support Services

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‘From the Stage, Music & Images’ “at the Murray Bridge Town Hall” Thursday, 23rd October at 11 am All Tickets $15.00 (Duration: 1 Hour) The ARPA Orchestra returns performing popular music from stage shows, ballet and opera with Heather Blewett’s images of loved global and local stars, casts and crews taken at the Adelaide Festival Theatre. “Well loved stage music by the ever popular ARPA Orchestra”  Please join us for a complimentary ‘cuppa’ after 10am 

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Bus: Mannum  Murray Bridge  Mt Barker  Adelaide and Return Monday to Friday except public holidays. School holiday times (when different) are in brackets. Mannum to Adelaide Adelaide to Mannum Mannum  Murray Bridge LinkSA Adelaide  Mt Barker Metro bus 842F 8:00am Leave Arnold Park, Mannum 1:50pm (4:03pm) Leave Harris Scarfe Murray Bridge  Mt Barker LinkSA Grenfell Street (Stop G2) 8:45am Leave Murray Bridge, South Mt Barker  Murray Bridge LinkSA Terrace, Information Centre 2:45pm (5:00pm) Leave Mt Barker Mt Barker  Adelaide Metro bus 842F Park & Ride 9:30am Leave Mt Barker Park & Ride, Murray Bridge  Mannum LinkSA Metro bus 842F to Adelaide 3:40pm (5:35pm) Leave Info Centre Detailed timetables are readily available at the Mannum Information Centre. For more information telephone 8532 2633 during office hours.

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

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

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

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Community Meetings Clash Calendar R e g u l a r m e e t i n g s o n l y Last Wednesday (MCHMannum Community Hub) 6:30pm Mannum Mens Discussion Group.Mike McDowell. 8569 2818. MONTHLY st 1 Monday WEEKLY 9:45am Combined Probus, Club Mon, Wed and Fri 10:00am Murray Darlings Red 10:00am-3:00pm The Hall, 5 Hatters, Café Mannum. 8569 1438. Greening Street. 8569 1643. 1st Tuesday Tue, Wed and Thur 7:30pm Agricultural Society, 9:00am-1:00pm Mannum Men’s Shed, Showground MCH. 2nd Tuesday Tuesday and Thursday PalmerCard Day, Collier Park Hall, 10:00am-4:00pm, MIFSA (Mental Palmer. 8569 4184. Illness Fellowship of SA), St Andrews 2nd Wednesday Anglicanchurch,activities,lunch($3). 9:00am Shared Stitches of Mannum Tuesday and Friday Quilting Group. Lions Den, 8:00am Walkie Talkies, Lions Den, Showground. 8569 2363. Showground. Helen 8569 2275. 8:00pm Mannum Gem and Minerals Tuesday Club.MurraylandsGemandMineral 9:30am River Word Christian Club, Collier Park Palmer. Leonie Centre Prayer and Bible Study; Hughes. 8278 2112. 10:30am, Friendship Group. nd 2 Thursday Greening St. 8569 1333. 1:30pm Prayer Meeting for 9:00-10:00am Mannum Weight Mannum, Baptist Church, William Watchers. MCH. Jane Kelly St. 8569 1799. 3rd Monday 4:15pm Aroona Joeys, Showground. 1:30-4:00pm Scrabble & Games, 5:30pm Aroona Cubs, Showground. MCH. Gold Coin Donation. Kym Walton 0407 179 101. 8569 1832. Wednesday 3rd Wednesday 10:00am Down to Earth, 7:00-8:00pm, Combined Churches Community Garden Group, MCH. Prayer Meeting. See Pause a While 10:00-11:15am, Yoga, MCH. Fee for location. $5.00 Bring your own mat. 2pm-4pm History Group, MCH. Friday 8569 1832. 9:30 am Bus Trip, MIFSA 3rd Thursday participants, donation. Trevor or 11:00am Mannum RSL, Mannum Sam 0427 442 775 Rowing Club/RSL OTHER 3rd Friday 1st and 3rd Sunday 10:00am Secateurs Soup & Soapies, 9:30am Murray Mallee Field Archers, St Andrews Church. All welcome Long Gully Rd Mannum. Ian Baensch rd 3 Saturday (after 6pm) 8569 1274. 10am-mid pm Gem Cutting and Alternate Wednesdays Silversmithing W/shop. 1:00pm Sewing/Craft and MurraylandsGemandMineralClub, Computing Grp. Baptist Church CollierParkPalmer.LeonieHughes. House, William St. Lisa 8569 6040, 8278 2112. Helen 8569 2886, 8:00pm-midnight Mannum Dances. lisa@mannumbaptist.org.au Lutheran Hall, Cliff St. Judy 0488 Alternate Fridays 130 354, Lesley 8569 2449. 1:30pm Senior Citizen’s Club, Club th 4 Thursday Rooms. Marnie: 8569 2980. 7:30pm Progress Association, Every Three Months Meeting Room Council Chambers. 7:30pm Neighbourhood Watch. Last Monday Leisure Centre. Coordinator Russ 1:30pm Hospital Auxiliary, Meeting Dellow 0428 813 201. Room, Esmeralda St. First Wednesday Noon Mannum Mag Committee, Showground. 8569 2385.

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2014 Community Calendar OCTOBER Mannum Football Club Club Rooms Sunday 10th, 11am Senior presentations and medal count. See page 5. Lobethal Harmony Club St Martin’s Lutheran Hall Saturday 11th, 7pm Contact: Lisa 8569 6040 or Colin 0432 141 637 See page 15 Girls Night In Saturday 11th Cost: $25 Proceeds to Cancer Council Contact: Sarah 0432 537 461 or Rebecca 0438 859 229. MIFSA Bus Trip 4 Adelaide Road Mannum Friday 17th Murray Bridge Mental Health Expo Contact: Sam De Jong Mobile: 0466 994 549 See page 3. Murray Mallee Field Archers Long Gully Road, Mannum Sunday 19th Trophy Round 2 Contact: Ian Baensch Phone: 85691274, after 6pm MIFSA Bus Trip 4 Adelaide Road Mannum Friday 24th Adelaide Zoo Contact: Sam De Jong Mobile: 0466 994 549 See page 3. Mannum Lions Garage Sale Lions Shed, Showground Saturday 25th, 8:00am See Page 10.

Mannum Football Club AGM Club Rooms Sunday 26th, 11am See page 5. Mannum Garden Group Lions Den Monday 27th, 9:15am Excursion, Mt Barker Springs All Welcome. Contact: Bev Connell Phone: 8570 4322 MIFSA Bus Trip 4 Adelaide Road Mannum Friday 31st Halloween spooky bus trip Contact: Sam De Jong Mobile: 0466 994 549 See page 3. NOVEMBER Mannum Garden Group Lions Den Monday 10th, 9:15am Excursion to Mt Barker Contact: Bev Connell Phone: 8570 4322 All Steamed Up River Festival Mannum Dock Museum and Mary Ann Reserve Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th, 10am-4pm Cost: $5.00, under 14 free. Contact: Jenny Callander Phone: 8569 2733 Mannum Garden Group Lions Den Monday 24th, 9:15am Excursion to Sgorra Bhreac (Strathalbyn). All welcome. Contact: Bev Connell Phone: 8570 4322 Mannum Dock Museum AGM Mannum Rowing Club Sunday 30th, 11:00am Contact: Jenny Callander Phone: 8569 2733

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