Cannabis deal done
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Thursday, December 2, 2021
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SOUL FOOD: Father Gerald Tan will share his love of cooking with parishioners on Christmas Day. See story on page 14.
American link to aid product development Reporter: ELYSIA HARVERSON THE company behind a new locally-based medicinal cannabis facility is combining forces with an expert American-based consumables technology firm to develop its products for human consumption. Cannaponics Limited is building a new commercial cultivation, extraction, processing and distribution facility east of Collie. The company has entered into a partnership with New Age Nanotech, a provider of the clinicallybacked drug delivery technology for cannabinoids, known as Solutech. According to terms of the agreement, the licence allows for product development and commercialisation of pharmaceutical and consumer products. These products include active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), medicines, clinical trial products, complementary medicines, cosmeceuticals, food supplements, nutraceuticals and oral solutions. Cannaponics founder and managing director Rod Zakostelsky said potential future product devel-
opments may include over-thecounter medicines in liquid form, including shots, and ready-to-drink beverages containing cannabis derived Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD). Mr Zakostelsky said the partnership will enable Cannaponics to build on successful phase one clinical trials and demonstrate clinical efficacy for patient treatments. “Our Solutech-based treatment range will complement our traditional medicinal cannabis formulations and may allow future expansion into the nutraceutical and beverage sectors as regulations allow,” he said. Mr Zakostelsky said the deal will also enable Cannaponics to plug into other industries, including energy drink companies. “Early research on Solutech showed dramatically increased speed of absorption and elimination and peak blood levels, along with a consistent and desirable consumer experience,” he said, adding that this was the “holy grail'' for medicines. The company hopes to start selling products by early next year. Continued on page 14
Bid made for tourism conference
Wilson Park victors at robo comp.
COLLIE has bid to host the 2023 WA Regional Tourism Conference Page 4
WILSON Park School won the recent VEX IQ Robotics Competition. Page 5
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Good faith nuclear dialogue is needed THE people of Collie have been asked to “engage in good faith” to suggestions that nuclear energy could play a part in the future of the town. Down Under Nuclear Energy chief executive officer James Fleay, said he could not see why Collie would be any different to other parts of Australia where polls indicate support for nuclear power. His comments are in response to claims by Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns who last week said she does not believe there is “any appetite whatsoever to have a nuclear reactor in our backyard”. “Recent polling shows Australians are more receptive to exploring the option of zeroemissions, baseload nuclear energy than they’ve ever been,” Mr Fleay said. “Has anyone asked the people of Collie? “We can only know by having the conversation. That’s all we’re advocating for.
RACING FASHION: Ashlee Italiano was runner up in the final of WA Fashions on the Field at Ascot last Saturday.
Ashlee places second in Ascot fashions final ASHLEE Italiano was second in the WA Fashions on the Field final at Ascot Racecourse last Saturday. “It’s still sinking in but it feels amazing,”said Mrs Italiano. “I’m so blessed, lucky, grateful and honoured to have been placed second.” Mrs Italiano won the Fashions on the Field event at the Collie Cup, which gave her a chance to compete against the other finalists from other race meets this year. The 24 finalists were reduced to 12 through judges' votes and a social media vote, giving Mrs Italiano the opportunity to compete in the final, staged in conjunction
with the 2021 Crown Perth Winterbottom Stakes. “The Winterbottom Stakes day was classy and elegant. Ascot knows how to put on a show,” she said. “We had three nights at Crown Promenade, including a luncheon at Linney’s showroom in Subiaco where we got to try on jewellery. “The whole experience was amazing and even if I didn’t place, I was happy to just be a part of it all.” Mrs Italiano, who won a $3000 Linney’s jewellery voucher, is already looking forward to next year’s Fashions on the Field, and flying the flag for Collie once again.
“Anyone who won’t even consider the option of nuclear energy is not sincere about the need to reduce emissions whilst safeguarding economic prosperity.” Mrs Hanns also said nuclear power plants are prohibited in Australia. Mr Fleay said Australia’s political system has thrown up silly rules for centuries, such as a law that prohibits cleaning up seabirds or bat poo without a licence in Western Australia, that has a penalty of up to one year in prison. “It is supposed to have the capacity to move on when circumstance requires,” he said. “The outdated Federal anti-nuclear law was regressive when it was implemented 23 years ago, and only political timidity and lack of vision prevents its removal.” Mrs Hanns said renewable energy technology offers significant opportunities for local manufacturing and that many nuclear power plants
around the world are being shut down. But Mr Fleay said there are more than 50 reactors under construction worldwide, 100 more on order and 300 additional projects in advanced stages of planning. “Over 30 countries are working towards having nuclear energy as part of their national energy mix and mature nuclear nations, such as the US, Canada and France, are investing to extend the life of their existing nuclear fleet,” Mr Fleay said. “Australia is being left behind because many of our politicians are uninterested and misinformed when it comes to nuclear energy – Mrs Hanns has an opportunity to break that pattern.” Mr Fleay said Western Australia and Collie have no competitive advantage or historical head start in the mass production of low margin solar panels or Chinese dominated wind turbines. “This is why we do not manufacture them currently and never will,” he said. Federal Member for O’Connor Rick Wilson said last week he had an open mind about nuclear power and it was just one possible solution to under-writing renewable power. Mr Fleay said Australian politicians have been tricked into thinking energy policy is about picking winners, “like some type of beauty contest”. “Countries that have serious energy policies which outlast their election cycles, know that a balanced mix of technologies is the only prudent approach to balance energy security, reliability, price and environmental impact whilst maximising economic complexity and technological sophistication,” he said. “In an era of growing concern about CO2 emissions, it’s illogical to exclude the only form of baseload, affordable, zero-emissions power because of long standing political ideology.”
Bushfires near Muja raise alarm THREE suspicious fires were started off Jackson Road, near Muja Power Station, last week. Fire units were called to the scene and managed to steer the fire towards a part of the bush that had been burnt last summer.
Had this not occurred, Lake Kepwari would have to have been evacuated. A drone was spotted flying over the fire. Police would like to talk to the driver of the drone. Anyone with information should ring police on 9734 6333.
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Collie double dose up to 68.9 percent THIS week it becomes mandatory to be vaccinated for COVID-19 in order to work in a range of industries. Collie’s first dose vaccination rate was at 86.9 percent as of Monday, an increase of almost four percent in the past week.
Double dose rate is up to 68.9 percent of the Local Government Area people aged 15 and over. The vaccination is available at Collie River Valley Medical Centre, Collie Medical Group, TerryWhite Chemmart and the Italian Club on Tuesdays.
Colliefields now an official trail hotel AS of yesterday, The Colliefields is officially a trail hotel and saloon bar cafe. The Colliefields restoration project was completed in October as
SOLAR POLE: Technicians Gia Nguyen and Jason Robinson installed a solar powered camera at the corner of Johnston and Steere street.
Solar cameras for CCTV TWO solar powered closed circuit television cameras were erected in the central business district last Thursday. The cameras are located atop poles in Throssell Street and at the corner of Johnston and Steere streets. Collie Shire Council chief executive officer Stuart Devenish said the choice to go solar was due to otherwise prohibitive costs. The cameras are part of the project to have 40 additional cameras in the CBD, giving
comprehensive coverage for the area bounded by Medic and Throssell Streets, and Prinsep and Lefroy Streets. “Footage from the cameras is sent to a video management system at the Collie Public Library, from where it can be viewed live or recordings accessed by the Collie Police or authorised shire staff,” said Mr Devenish. Stage one of the upgrade was completed in 2020 and vision has already proved useful to police on a number of occasions.
Digital sales are booming
Collie payments up 127 percent
THE tracking of digital payments would indicate huge growth for local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to payment processor Square, Collie was the leading digital payment growth centre in WA since March 2020, experiencing a 127 percent growth. Square, which uses its digital payment platform to process payments, has Collie way ahead of other areas. Nearby towns Bunbury (37 percent), Donnybrook (72) and Busselton (59) have had nowhere near the growth, while Perth metropolitan area experienced 41 per cent growth. Square sifted through data from millions of small business transactions and surveys to compare how businesses have fared since the start of the pandemic.
The company’s head of business development, Colin Birney, said small businesses in regional towns are riding stronger growth compared to their metro counterparts, with people flocking to the country. “Our regions have been particularly savy and turned to technology to help them adapt and enable continued growth,” he said. It is a trend being experienced across the country, with Square’s customers located in regional Australia processing proportionately more sales than metro-based businesses customers. Towns that have experienced the biggest jump in transactions across Australia are Goondiwindi in Queensland (260 percent), Port Fairy, Victoria (200), Jindabyne, NSW (173) and Devonport, Tasmania (119).
part of the Throssell Street re-development. The hotel added a servery window for their saloon bar alfresco area as part of the restoration.
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Futures group reinstated THE Collie Futures small grant program has been reinstated and new board members announced. New members on the Collie Futures Economic Advisory Group are Collie Shire councillor Michelle Smith, View Street Fish n Chips owner Phil Rabjones, Bendigo Bank branch manager Narelle Michalak, businessman Paul Sweeney, South32 corporate affairs specialist Dee O’Brien and sportsman Ijah Coyle, with Collie MLA Jodie Hanns as chairperson. The program has received a $2 million boost from the State Government. The main aim of the group is to increase jobs and productivity; expand or diversify new business streams; develop skills or capabilities; and foster co-investment and partnerships. The small grants program has a maximum of $100,000 funding per project. Small businesses who meet the criteria are encouraged to contact the South West Development Commission to discuss their project in greater detail. Previous applicants can also apply.
Bid for tourism conference COLLIE has lodged an expression of interest to hold the 2023 WA Regional Tourism Conference. The annual conference alternates between Perth and regional centres. This year’s conference was held in Geraldton, and inspired Collie Visitor Centre manager Janine Page to suggest Collie should host a future event. “I realised it is a great opportunity to showcase Collie in the way Geraldton was this year,” Ms Page said. “We’ll have even more projects ready to be showcased when the next conference occurs in 2023. “And it is not just Collie, but the nearby towns with their wonderful attractions – people forget about the inland towns and how much we have to offer.” Some 300 delegates would be expected at the 2023 event. “I think we have enough accommodation available of a suitable standard, and I have done some checking,” Ms Page said. “It won’t clash with shutdowns, which is what can often happen here.
CONFERENCE BID: Collie Visitor Centre manager Janine Page is keen to showcase Collie’s attractions at the 2023 WA Regional Tourism Conference. “We would work together with other nearby towns like Donnybrook to promote tours around the area. “If the worst comes to the worst, we can access accommodation in surrounding towns. “We had the Rotary conference here a couple of years ago, and we coped.” Ms Page believes the exposure the conference would give Collie would make it
well worth investing time and money attempting to bring it here. Collie Shire Council agreed at its recent meeting to authorise staff to submit an expression of interest, and to commit funding of up to $30,000 in the 2022/23 annual budget for sponsorship. It also authorised the waiving of fees for the use of council venues should the submission be successful.
It is estimated delegates this year spent more than $236,000 in Geraldton, and that more than $108,000 of destination promotion was received through the media. Tourism and trade connections were formed with visitor centres and tourism operators who can promote Geraldton, and many delegates said they would visit Geraldton again within the next three years.
Jo-anne’s Ag Society honour JO-ANNE Retzlaff has been awarded life membership of the Collie Agricultural Society after 11 years of service. Mrs Retzlaff has been on a disability pension for several years, after suffering agoraphobia from when her children were young, and sees volunteering for the Collie Agricultural Society as her way of giving back to society, as she is not able to work. “I’ve worn many hats over the years, including as an entrant to the Collie Show,” said Mrs Retzlaff. Since 2010, she has volunteered as the trophy officer, which is her current position, as well as the assistant secretary and treasurer, before standing down last year. Mrs Retzlaff said it was seeing what children could produce using their imaginations that she looked forward to each year. “It’s through volunteers that the society is able to function. Without them they can’t organise events such as the Collie Show and the country markets,” said Mrs Retzlaff. Anyone who would like to volunteer for the society should ring 9734 5543.
LIFE MEMBER: Jo-Anne Retzlaff with the medallion and certificate she received after being awarded life membership of the Collie Agricultural Society.
Local school evacuated after bomb threat phoned in
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COLLIE Senior High School students were removed from classrooms after a bomb threat was received in a phone call last Thursday. An unidentified male made the phone call, alleging a potential explosive device was on the school grounds and that he was unsure of when it would explode.
Collie police sergeant Di Perrot said students were evacuated to the school’s gym shortly after 10.10am, while officers, with assistance from the bomb squad, investigated. Students left everything on their desks in their classrooms before making their way to the school gym which meant they did not have access to food
while the ordeal unfolded. Students returned to the classroom at about 1pm after police had conducted an extensive search. Police continue to investigate the incident and would like assistance from anyone with information about the incident to contact them at the station or by phone on 9734 6333.
Fees refund as swim lessons are cut short AN INSTRUCTORS’ shortage will curtail this year’s school swimming lessons. Collie Primary School students have been refunded half their enrolment fees for the in-term lessons which have been cut back from their normal two-weeks to just one. The instructor shortage is being felt statewide and is a result of qualified swimming instructors choosing to pursue other employment options and no longer being available to work as instructors, said Department of Education deputy director general Jim Bell. “Unfortunately, this has meant a change to the way in-term swimming lessons are run this term, in order for students to still receive their lessons,” said Mr Bell. “The safety of students will not
be compromised in any way as all students involved will continue to be supervised. “We’re currently working hard to recruit and train more swimming instructors and are offering free training to year 12 graduates and university students,” said Mr Bell. Relief teachers have been contacted, as well as all schools, requesting suitably qualified staff. “Swimming is such an important life skill for young Western Australians and we continue to ensure high-quality programs are available for schools,” added Mr Bell. The department encourages anyone who would like to be an instructor to get in touch with its swimming team on 9402 6387 or through their website.
RSL Christmas raffle on sale
COLLIE Cardiff RSL will be selling raffle tickets today from 8am until 4pm outside of Jodie Hanns MLA’s office. The raffle will continue next
Thursday (December 9). There are 17 prizes up for grabs, including a wheelbarrow full of Christmas treats, and other items.
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ROBOTICS: Wilson Park’s robotics team members including Layla Underdown, principal Christine Gorman, Peter Edwards, deputy principal William Hammond, Jackson Elsbury, Mitchell Simmonds, Angus Nix, Sophia Michael, Shelden Turvey, and education assistant Ashlee Turvey.
Wilson Park victors at robotics comp WILSON Park School was the winner of the VEX IQ Robotics Competition held at the recent Collie Agricultural Show. Students from Wilson Park, Fairview, Amaroo and Allanson primary schools all built and tested their robots
to compete against one another on an obstacle course. The robots were designed and tested on functionality, the ability to pick up and move items from one place to another and the ability to pass through an obstacle
course as fast as possible. There were only 12 points separating first and third places, with Fairview taking second followed by Amaroo and Allanson. The event was launched by Amaroo and collectively organised by all four schools.
More troubles for Griffin Coal
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CONCERN for the future of Griffin Coal has ramped up following further action being taken by Australia's corporate watchdog. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is believed to be pursuing action against Griffin over an alleged failure to have a resident local director. Filings lodged with the regulator show the company’s sole director is Raj Kumar Roy, whose address is listed as the Indian city of Ghaziabad. Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union secretary Greg Busson said he was aware of the
action and his understanding is the Australian director has been missing since Lanco went under. “If ASIC had been doing its job and making sure Griffin was putting its financials in on time these things would have been discovered in time,” he said. “The first case was worrying and now there’s another issue, it’s concerning for the workforce going forward and it adds to the uncertainty.” ASIC’s latest move follows last month’s action taken after Griffin failed to lodge audited financial accounts dating back to 2018.
NEW LIBRARY: Charlee Italiano (back), Taylor Cherry, Lachlan Butcher, Mya Nelson (front) and Lucy Rabjones enjoy reading in the new book nook at St Brigid’s learning hub.
New learning hub at St Brigid’s THE new learning hub at St Brigid’s Primary School was officially opened last Thursday, with a blessing from Father Gerald Tan. The new space has a designated area for students to comfortably read, including flexible seating options. A new projector has been installed to be used in presentations and staff meetings. Three book nooks, painted to represent the school factions, are another great addition to the space. Old metal library shelving was replaced with natural wood low lying shelving, making the space more light and open. Furniture was replaced with new modern designs, including a reading chair big enough to fit 15 students on it at a time, resulting in an area that is a more flexible and userfriendly space.
Staff members and the School Advisory Council established a committee to coordinate the design and build process. “The new learning hub and library was needed as the existing facility was outdated and in need of a facelift,” said St Brigid’s finance manager Sonya Mumme. “Candice and Frank Ienco and Peter Butcher were instrumental in the design and build process which would not have been possible without the very generous support from the families who volunteered their time to move books and furniture,” said Mrs Mumme. Further additions of coloured couches and a C-shaped ottoman, which have been delayed due to COVID-19 restrictions, are still to come. The refurbishment started in May, and took six months to complete.
Marron season opens Jan. 8 THE 2022 marron season will open at noon on January 8. It will remain open until noon on February 5. Marron licences can be obtained from the Department of Fisheries.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS COMPETITION FIRST PRIZE $500 MOST ORIGINAL $250 BEST 1st TIME ENTRY $250 Visit your local Bendigo Bank Branch to register your entry in the competition OR call 9734 7411 by close of business on Thursday, December 16, 2021. LIGHTS WILL BE JUDGED ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17 SO PLEASE ENSURE YOU LEAVE YOUR LIGHTS ON!! Winners will be announced in the Collie River Valley Bulletin on Thursday, December 23.
JOBS NEEDED: Job service providers Jessica Ashcroft and Shelby Burns, of Forrest Personnel, attended last week’s roundtable discussion.
Staff needs probed at roundtable JOB service providers and small business owners met for a roundtable discussion last week. The event was hosted by business advisor Julie Broad, who is funded by the Small Business Development Corporation. Max Employment, Forrest Personnel, Employment Plus and APM set up at the Black Diamond Lodge where they met owners of eight local businesses to discuss their employment needs. “I heard about the large caseloads that these agencies had, as well as how business owners were
not able to find suitable staff, so rallied to connect the two groups,” said Ms Broad. Employers and job service providers went through a 10 minute interview process to investigate how vacancies could be filled. “The outcome has been positive for everyone with many new connections being made,” said Ms Broad. The Collie Chamber of Commerce will now work with the attendees to maintain connections and ensure that businesses are able to access staff.
Praise for Collie from newcomers
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RECENT newcomers to Collie are loving the place, and they are more than happy to say so. People thinking of moving here have been seeking advice on social media about whether it is a wise move or not, and the answers they have been receiving are overwhelmingly positive. Ray Zinner wrote about moving here from Perth at the end of 2015. “Best move I ever made. Great town with very friendly people and all the services you want as you age,” Ray said. “Good medical and hospitals, and close
enough to specialists in Bunbury. And still only a bit over two hours to Perth.” Many of those responding to questions advise paying a visit to the town and checking it out personally to see if it would suit. A number of them planned their move to town in this way. “There is a lot of misconception around Collie,” said Ellie Clare. “I would recommend you to come and stay for a week and explore to see for yourself. That’s what I did, and loved it. “In your lifetime, Collie will be
the best move you will make! That’s my opinion.” Brenda Howson moved here three years ago, and said the only problem is that so many people are moving here, it can be difficult to find a rental. “It is the best small town, with an active council, increased community activity, different interests, great people (and) more jobs than can be filled at the moment,” she said. “It is close to everything in the south west, (has a ) good hospital, rising house prices – it’s great.”
When doubts about Collie’s future prospects are expressed by those making enquiries, the newcomers are quick to respond. “With what the government has invested in Collie and the way the community rallies around each other, I would be surprised for it to go backwards,” Ellie Clare wrote. “The power station is converting to renewable power, not closing.” Ray Zinner said: “Long term residents tell me Collie has gone through cycles like a lot of country towns, but it
really seems to be on an up cycle now.” One person commented that while some shops are closing, that seems to be a personal decision made by the owners, and not necessarily due to a lack of demand. Another points out that “heaps of new business is starting up here.” “It is a beautiful, friendly town. The lakes and rivers around here are awesome for the outdoor types. Come have a look, you won’t be disappointed,” Mary Hanson said.
State Tidy Towns final COLLIE was well represented at the State Tidy Towns Sustainable Communities awards at Optus Stadium last Friday. Adopt-a-Spot’s Carol Gale, Friends of the River’s Donna Davies, Retired Miners Group’s Ron and Vicki Guilfoyle, Coalfields Museum’s Tom and Katherine Reardon, shire councillor Michelle Smith and Tidy Towns’ co-ordinator Nola Green attended the function. The town was a finalist
in two categories, Environmental Sustainability for work on the Collie River, and Community Action and Wellbeing for the establishment of the Collie River Valley Bulletin.
Boddington was the winner of the overall State award.
Cuballing won the Environmental Sustainability for its rehabilitation of the Yornaning Dam.
A welcome to country included a story about the Christmas tree (Nuytsia floribunda, or Mooja), not surprising as it was delivered by Kerry-Ann Winmar, a member of local elder Joe Northover’s family.
Gnowangerup won the Community Action and Wellbeing section for its Horsepower Highway display.
Collie’s murals featured strongly in a street art section which was screened during the presentations.
ATTENDEES: Cr Michelle Smith, Donna Davies and Carol Gale were among the Collie group at the Tidy Towns final in Perth.
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Amaroo Christmas markets Amaroo P and C is holding Christmas markets tomorrow (Friday), from 3.30pm to 5.30pm, in the assembly area at the school. There will be a variety of stalls, and Santa will be present. Admission is free, but no dogs are allowed on the school grounds, and it is a smoke-free environment. Lights displays Many houses around town have been decorated with lights and ornaments ready for Christmas. Warren Dodd is once again taking donations for Telethon at his house at 3 Fawdon Way. If you have made the effort to decorate your home, consider entering the Bendigo Bank Christmas Lights Competition. Country markets The final country markets for the year will be held at the show pavilion at Wallsend Ground this Saturday, December 4. There will be lots of stalls, food and drinks, and free train rides for the kids. Carol service Collie Community Radio will broadcast a two hour Christmas Carol program on Sunday, live from the studio in Wittenoom Street. If you are a singer or musician who would like to be part of this, contact the station by email at colliecommunityradio@gmail.com, for further information. Retired Miners The last Retired Miners meeting for the year will be held on Monday, December 6 at the union office at 2pm. Hope to see you there. Cardiff markets The final Cardiff market for the year will be held on Saturday, December 11, from 8am to 1pm. A wide variety of stalls, food, drink and entertainment raising funds for the continuing maintenance of the Cardiff Hall.
Christmas charity ride The Collie Combined Churches 25th Christmas motorcycle charity ride will be held on Saturday, December 11, starting at 10am from the Visitors Centre Car Park. Riders can start to assemble at 9am, when there will be a coffee and breakfast van. The ride will first head to the Northern section of town, then to Ewington, out to Allanson, back in to town to Forrest Street and park for a static display at the Fire Brigade test track. There will be a sausage sizzle and cold drinks available free, but a donation will be appreciated. Event badges will be on sale, all proceeds to the cause. Those who would like to contribute gifts of toys or packaged foods for distribution to local families who are doing it tough are welcome to do so. For information about the ride phone Evan on 0407 445 788 or Bryce on 0417 636 779. Christmas Pageant The Lions Christmas Pageant and Night Markets will be held on Saturday, December 18, in Forrest Street, from 2pm to 10.30pm. The parade will start at 6pm, if you would like to enter a float or be part of the parade, or have a stall at the night markets, contact the Lions Club. Cheerio club Christmas party The annual Cheerio Club Christmas Party will be held at the Miners’ Institute on Thursday, December 16. All pensioners are welcome. There will be a Christmas lunch served, entertainment, afternoon tea, Father Christmas and fabulous decorations. This is one not to be missed. And it is free. Send it in This column is for not-for-profit groups and organisations, and for social news. You can send items to nola.crvbulletin@gmail.com, or 87 Jones Street, by 5pm on Fridays.
Just Transition segment LAST week, the first of a series of episodes about the Collie Just Transition was broadcast on the Collie Community Radio station. It was great to sit down and speak with Nola Green and John Kearney about the exciting plans for Collie’s future. If you missed it, you can stream it from www.wa.gov.au/colliejusttransition. WE ALL know Mick Murray was a great supporter of our community, helping with the annual Christmas hamper drive. I’m delighted to say that I will be continuing to support this very worthy cause and I will be partnering with Bendigo Bank, Synergy and South 32 to provide hampers to those in need. Employees of these businesses can use their site drop off points, however, my office will also be accepting donations of non-perishable goods and gift vouchers. Donations of gift vouchers will be used by the hamper co-ordinators to purchase items to help fill the hampers. Concession card holders can register for a hamper by calling my office on 9734 2073. WITH Christmas fast approaching, why don’t you head to the Amaroo Christmas Markets this Friday at Amaroo Primary School from 3.30pm. Santa will be in attendance with photos available from $20 and there will be a sausage sizzle and market stalls. LAST week was the final sitting week of parliament for 2021. In Parliament last week we launched the annual 16 Days in WA campaign. This important campaign highlights the very important issue of domestic violence. Its theme is - Don’t be silent when you see violence. When you see or hear disrespectful or violent behaviour against women, how do you respond? The annual campaign, 16 Days in WA to Stop Violence Against Women, started on November 25 (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) and finishes on December 10 (Human Rights Day). To find out more visit: https://16days.wa.gov.au/ AND finally, as we hear more about the new Omicron strain of COVID-19, I urge people to please get vaccinated.
GENDER bias, gender stereotypes, sexism ad infinitum. Been in the news a bit lately hasn’t it? In our house, the MOTH (male of the household) and I seem to have fallen into a fairly traditional way of going about things. He stands perplexed in front of the open fridge for half an hour trying in vain to locate the marmalade. I move the yogurt to one side, shift the container of leftovers and there it is, lurking in the background. I stand perplexed next to the flat tyre. He retrieves the jack and the spare from the nether regions of the car and sets to work. He mutters furiously at the computer screen and gives up on MyGov, yet again, in disgust. I scroll down a bit and find the ‘next’ tab, and away we go. He potters for hours in the shed; I potter for hours in the kitchen. I remember the important family birthdays and the names of our children. He remembers when the car is due for a service. I have no desire to go out and chop wood. But I’ll happily do the washing instead. (Well, maybe not happily, let’s not go overboard. Without complaint at least though.) We are inherently different, and clearly have different skill sets. If only getting the washing hung out in record time, with matching pegs to boot, was an Olympic sport. But none of this is to say that people shouldn’t be free to live how they want, dividing up household tasks in a manner fair to them. The same goes for the workforce. People should be free to pursue whatever career path they choose, yet there are invisible obstacles stopping them. Why are there not more women in politics, for example? On a global scale only twenty five percent of all national parliamentarians are women. Yet in my experience, women are equally as good at shouting insults across the floor and evading pertinent questions as men. Simply by being ourselves and sticking to age old stereotypes, have the MOTH and I contributed to the problem and dismally failed our own children? I’m not talking about shouting insults and evading questions, I hasten to add, but you know what I mean. She does the touchy feely, caring nurturing type stuff and he does the hunting and gathering type stuff. But if I hadn’t elected myself Minister for Finding Stuff While Simultaneously Throwing a Palatable Meal Together Out of Pantry Ingredients (MFSWSTPMTOPI), and the MOTH wasn’t Minister for Repairing Stuff, Cleaning Gutters and Keeping the Vehicles in Working Order our little domain would quickly degenerate into functioning about as well as a third world banana republic.
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Cat and mouse game A mouse caught by a cat was taken outside by the homeowner to complete the job. However, the little fella wasn't ready to go quietly and somehow escaped the gnawing paws, dashing to the sanctuary of some pot plants. Not to be outdone, the cat hovered around until the mouse made a run for it and was nabbed for a second time. Said cat triumphantly took the mouse back inside where it proceeded to play with it before the mouse again scurried away into a shopping bag. By now the homeowner had started to feel for the frazzled mouse and came to the conclusion that it had done enough to deserve an extension to its life. She took the mouse, still in the bag, outside and set it free. Why Collie? A visitor from Perth last weekend said her friends were mystified as to why she would visit Collie. There’s nothing there, they said. She spent three days here and still hadn’t managed to see everything. “I will definitely be telling them there’s plenty here and it’s great,” she said. Handicap swap Golfers swap cards when taking part in competitions so there can be no cheating. However, a couple of locals failed to make the swap at the start of a round last week and it had consequences for both of them. One, who played badly, had his handicap reduced, while the other, who played well, went the other way. Achoo It could have been pollen in the air, it could have been the fly repellent he rubbed all over his face, but the Premier had a bad sneezing attack at Potter’s Gorge last week. However, 7000 hectares added to Wellington National Park was nothing to be sneezed at.
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From mud fights in Shelley to woodworking in Collie People: ALISON KIDMAN TAKE a drive around the Shelley foreshore, in Perth, and you will be wending your way past million-dollar mansions. The Shelley of Doug Brown’s childhood was quite different though. “My dad was able to buy a large block of land pretty cheaply after the war because it was just muddy river flats and developers certainly weren’t interested in the area then,” he recalls. The suburb was called Shelley because the foreshore at that time was covered in shells. “As kids we used to have mud fights along the river. “On really hot nights we would even be allowed to sleep on the river’s edge. You wouldn’t be doing that today!” As a young man Doug worked on various building projects and eventually ended up working for the State Energy Commission (now Synergy). “I came down to do some work at Muja Power Station during my time at the SEC,” he said. “I didn’t see a lot of Collie then, but a few years later I took the chance to come down again on the Hotham Valley train. “I was hoping to do the add-on coach trip out to Muja, but found when I got here that those side trips had stopped, which was a bit disappointing. “The train trip was great though, and a while after that I did a murder mystery trip to Northam and back on the train. “The theme was country and western, so there I was in my cowboy outfit waiting on the platform in Perth feeling a bit out of place,“ he laughs. “But then a couple of American Indians turned up and I didn’t feel so bad!” Looking for a change of direction Doug did some TAFE courses and took the opportun-
SUPPORTER: Doug Brown with supports that he made for an old cart at the museum where he is a volunteer. ity to get a bus licence. abilities. At the end of the day asked by a woman from CALM “I had only just got my licence we’re all human and I’ve made (now DBCA) if I would assist when I was asked if I would some lifelong friends from that with wetland education displays drive a bus across to Fremantle time,” he said. that they used to do as fun to pick up some wharfies and “Some people are verbal and things for kids at shopping take them to a protest that was some not, and you can’t always centres during the school holihappening in the city. tell by looking.” days. “I was a bit nervous, but it He recalls an incident which “I really enjoyed doing that was all okay until they insisted occurred when he was taking a and thought that if I could make I take them up a narrow lanegroup of people on a bus trip. some animals it would add some way. I took out a fire hydrant on “I quietly asked the person in interest for the kids. the way.” charge if the group was verbal. “I started out making a lifeDoug started driving buses for ‘Of course we are stupid!’ came sized lizard, then did a banthe Cerebral Palsy Association a voice from the back of the dicoot, marine turtle, platypus, and Activ Foundation and this bus.” emu and crocodile. grew into him being a carer and Further study, in tourism, at “All of these were pretty lifetaking on leisure buddy roles. Joondalup TAFE led Doug down like”, he said proudly. “I really enjoyed working another pathway. Since Doug moved to Collie, in with people with all sorts of dis“During that time, I was 2015, these animals have featured in a wildlife activity at the library over the Christmas holidays one year, where they were again a big hit. He has also been involved with the Collie Men’s Shed and Collie Heritage Group, as well as volunteering at the museum. At the museum his skills have been greatly appreciated. “I’ve made some wooden stands for a display of clothing artefacts and fixed up other items including some old wheelchairs, a cot and a wheelbarrow. “I’m currently restoring a comCROCODILE: Doug Brown’s handmade crocodile (to the left), featured in a wildlife display at the li- mode. “I like to keep busy.” brary.
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Capt. Underpants at St Brigid’s Book Week ST BRIGID’S held their annual Book Week parade in celebration of the opening of the school’s new library and learning hub last Thursday. Students and teachers dressed in characters from their favourite books, including the school principal, Daniel Graves, who dressed as Captain Underpants. Later in the day, students held a Social Justice market day for their families and friends. All money raised went to a charity that the students had chosen. Students decided on the products their market stall would sell, as well as the price points for each
product. Charities to benefit from the event included Relay For Life, MND, Starlight Foundation and Beyond Blue. St Brigid’s student Tyler Cain said he raised money for Telethon because he wanted to give back to the people who helped him when he was admitted, as a baby, to Princess Margaret Hospital. On Monday morning, the Kindergarten students celebrated their 100 days of school with fun activities involving food, cup towers, gumballs, fitness challenges and science experiments. Staff dressed up as 100 year old women to help celebrate.
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Memphis Shepherdson, Mandi Young.
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Connie Laverty, Samantha Cheng.
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NEW RECRUIT: Collie SES volunteer Damian Wood at his first prescribed burn, after completing his induction and safety training.
DFES app helps in preparation THE Department of Fire and Emergency Services launched a new app last summer which assists land owners to become bushfire ready. “My Bushfire Plan” is a bushfire preparedness tool, providing the information on how to prepare, store, print, share and update bushfire plans at any stage, from any device. The app generates a survey, asking users to choose if they are going to stay and defend,
leave early or if undecided. Depending on which is chosen, different information will show up. The app will also ensure users have chosen the right plan for them and their families through a series of questions. The app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play, or the information provided on the app can be obtained from the DFES website.
Safe travelling during this bushfire season TRAVELLING during the bushfire season requires attention to detail to be prepared for any situation which may unfold. Your bushfire emergency kit should include an AM/FM portable radio, spare batteries, first aid kit, woollen blankets, drinking water, sturdy shoes, full-coverage cotton or woollen clothing, and a detailed printed map of the area where you will be travelling. If you are travelling with a caravan, ensure it has a working fire alarm, fire extinguisher and fire blanket, and secure all electrical and gas equipment. If you are driving and see signs of a bushfire - like smoke or flames - pull over to the side of the road, assess the situation and call triple zero. If it is safe for you to do so, turn around and leave the area immediately. If you are trapped by a fire: • Find an area off the road with little or no vegetation where you can park your vehicle in
the direction of the oncoming fire; • Remain in your vehicle, with headlights and hazard lights switched on; • Close all doors and windows, shut air vents and turn off air conditioning; • Get down below window level and cover your body with any woollen or cotton blankets or clothes; • As the fire front approaches, the intensity of the heat will increase along with the smoke and embers; • Smoke will gradually get inside and fumes will be released from the interior of the car. Stay close to the floor to minimise inhalation; • Once the fire front has passed and the temperature has dropped, cautiously exit the vehicle; • Move to a safe area, such as an area which has already been burnt; • Stay covered in woollen blankets and await assistance.
It is important to act, not wait BUSHFIRES happen quickly and change without warning, so residents are urged not to wait for a warning from the Department of Fire and Safety before acting. Anyone in the vicinity of a bushfire should stay connected, stay alert, keep contact details updated, and monitor official warnings through
the official DFES website, 13 DFES public information hotline, DFES social media pages and ABC Radio. Talk to your friends and neighbours, and remain in contact with them, during a high-risk fire day so that if you need to evacuate, they know where you are.
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SES mourns leader Colin Nicholson COLLIE lost an emergency services leader with the death of Colin Nicholson on the morning of Thursday, November 18. His death followed being diagnosed with pneumonia four days earlier. Mr Nicholson was known for his leadership, passion and knowledge, having volunteered for the Collie State Emergency Services (SES) since 1989. He had a background in the Navy, according to Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) superintendent for the south west region, Andy Wright. His navy background sparked his interest and love for training, said Mr Wright. Mr Nicholson worked as the unit leader for Collie SES for four years before becoming the operations manager in recent
years. He travelled all over the state and nationally to share his SES knowledge with other units. His most recent training experience was the handover of the new flood boats by DFES that occurred just before Mr Nicholson took ill. Ironically, Mr Nicholson was pictured, with the new boat, on the Bulletin’s front page on the day of his death. “The DFES south west regional office were saddened and shocked by Colin’s passing and he has left a huge hole to fill in our training capacity,”said Mr Wright. “Our thoughts are with his wife, Monika, and family,” he added. Mr Nicholson’s funeral was held on Tuesday at the Bunbury Crematorium Chapel.
LAST JOB: Training on the Department of Fire and Emergency Services new flood boat was the last SES activity Colin Nicholson took part in before his death on Thursday, November 18.
Cannabis deal done “Our vision at Cannaponics is establishing a carbon-neutral pharmaceutical facility to grow high quality cannabis crops and develop effective plant-based pharmaceuticals,” Mr Zakostelsky said. Cannaponics will be responsible for development and commercialisation of the cannabis products and will have the right
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to manufacture the licensed products in Australia. It will have exclusive rights for Australia and non-exclusive rights for countries in South East Asia and Europe, as well as Israel and Brazil. Mr Zakostelsky said earthworks have been completed at the Collie site and construction will start later this month.
Father Gerald’s Christmas invite ROMAN Catholic priest Father Gerald Tan is planning a Christmas Day feast so all his parishioners have someone to celebrate with. St Brigid’s new priest has a background in the culinary arts and enjoys cooking. He will feed a maximum of 20 people at the luncheon. “I want to connect with the community and for everyone to see me as an equal, and not just the person at the altar,” said Father Gerald. “Food is a great way to learn about our cultural differences and get to know each other,” said Father Gerald who is originally from the Philippines. His menu will include an assortment of roast meats, seafood paella, chicken in mushroom sauce and a selection of salads. Father Gerald has hosted several social events for the parishioners, including a fortnightly afternoon tea and a picnic at Potter’s Gorge,
BREAK BREAD: Father Gerald makes a meaningful connection with his parishioners through food. attended by 40 people last month. He also has plans to host social bingo, movie nights and beer nights next year. Father Gerald urged anyone interested in attending the Christmas dinner to register their interest at St Brigid’s Church.
Double dose of trouble for .08 driver THINGS went from bad to worse for a 45 year old local motorist stopped by police for speeding last Saturday on Coalfields Highway. Police subsequently charged him with driving while having a blood alcohol content in excess of 0.08 percent and immediately suspended his licence.
The following day, the man rolled an unlicensed quad bike on Harris River Road and was airlifted by helicopter to a Perth hospital. He was under the influence of drugs and alcohol at the time of the accident, and has been charged with driving while under the influence.
Men’s social group at family centre THE Collie Family Centre is hosting a men’s social group from 1pm to 3.30pm on Wednesdays. Men in need of human contact and have no-one to chat with have been urged to join the group. There are no obligations attached to attendance at the catch ups.
The family centre is a drugs and alcohol free zone. Light refreshments are served weekly, with a barbecue held once a month. All men, aged over 18, are welcome to attend. Ring 9734 5343 for more information.
Two Devon brothers paid the price
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SALUTINGTHEIR SERVICE Contributor: GRAHAME OLD TWO brothers, Robert (Bob) and John (Jack) Devon, sons of Scottish immigrants to Collie, paid the ultimate price in World War I. They were two out of a family of four children, leaving behind a brother, James Jnr, and sister, Janet. Losing two out of three sons was bad enough, but it could have been worse for the Devon family. At the outbreak of the war, James Jnr was married with two children; he thought it was his duty to enlist, but his brothers, who had no children, convinced him to remain in Collie. Their father, James, was born in Fife, Scotland, and in 1860, when he was two years old, his parents emigrated to Australia. They were a coal mining family and settled in Wallsend, a mining town not far from Newcastle, NSW. In January, 1877, James married Sarah Jenkins, and in 1900, the family moved to Collie, and settled in Cardiff. Not long before their move, in October, 1899, a bitter conflict raged across the South African veldt between Britain and her Empire, and the two largely selfgoverning Boer Republics of the Transvaal and the Orange Free State. The six Australian colonies as they were then, were quick to make troops available to Britain. The value of Australian horsemen was quickly recognised as making fine mounted infantry due to their capacity to deploy quickly, and their ability to match the Boers at their own game.
Robert Devon with his pet kangaroo before his departure for WWI. Robert Devon, who was a fine horseman, was working as a coalminer in Collie, and was eager to join the great adventure. On March 17, 1901, aged 22, he enlisted in the Sixth Western Australian Mounted In-
fantry. His listed next of kin was his father, James Devon, and his place of residence was Cardiff. He was allocated service number 389, and in March, 1901, after training, Private Devon found himself bound for South Africa. The Australian forces in South Africa comprised mainly mounted infantry. Along with the New Zealanders, Australian horsemen were unsurpassed as scouts and were greatly valued by column commanders. Robert Devon, along with all our soldiers who were truly the first Australian expeditionary force to fight overseas, did Australia proud in the Boer War, as they have done in all conflicts since. Devon was promoted to Lance Corporal in December, 1901 and returned to Australia in April, 1902, one month before the conflict ended. He was discharged in May with the rank of Corporal. In 1905, Robert married Rose Mary Marshall in Parsonage, Wellington, NSW. He returned to his job in the coalmines in Cardiff. The youngest member of the family, John, known as Jack, was also working as a coalminer in Cardiff, where he lived with his parents.
John Devon, 1913 soccer football club.
Cardiff
On July 28, 1914, war broke out in Europe in the conflict which escalated to become the Great War, or later, World War I. On July 8, 1915, at the age of 24, Jack enlisted in the Australian Infantry Force, and was allocated service number 3101. After training, he embarked for overseas service in September, 1915, and was taken on the strength of the 16th Infantry Battalion in Egypt. After the disastrous Gallipoli campaign, the AIF was doubled in size in readiness to fight in France, and Jack was transferred to the newly formed 48th Infantry Battalion. The battalion was brought up to strength with roughly half Gallipoli veterans from the 16th Battalion, with the remainder being fresh reinforcements from Australia. As with the 16th Battalion, the men of the new bat-
James Devon playing two-up with his son, Robert, and Collie boys before their departure for the Boer War. If anyone can name any of the Collie boys, Collie-Cardiff RSL would like to hear from them. talion hailed mainly from regional South and Western Australia. Meanwhile, Robert was eager to join his brother, and enlisted for the second time; his listed next of kin was his wife, Rose Mary, and their place of residence was Clifton Street, Collie. He was 38 years old when he enlisted on May 23, 1916, and was allocated service number 2648. Younger brother Jack was with the 48th Infantry battalion when it undertook its baptism of fire at Pozieres in August, 1916. It was said the soldiers endured the heaviest artillery barrage ever experienced by Australian troops. Sadly, it was during this battle that Jack Devon was killed in action. As with many other soldiers, he was reported missing in action on August 6, 1916. This was later changed to read “killed in action”. The following missing in action enquiry report is the last known information recorded on file for Private John Devon: “Soldiers missing and wounded details – 6/08/1916: Informant – Cpl O’Brien, B Company, 48th Battalion, AIF France: ‘He was wounded while working on a Lewis machine gun with myself at Pozieres on 6/08/1916. He was hit in the fleshy part of the thigh and I bandaged up the wound myself, and as we were holding an outpost in an advanced position, I got permission of the sergeant in charge to take him back to our front line while he was able to move. Which I did, and left him in a dugout there to wait for stretcher bearers as they were doing double work that day and could not get all the wounded away fast enough. The battalion was relieved next day, and I made enquiries if Devon had been removed but no-one seemed to be sure; anyway, he was not where I left him overnight so I came to the conclusion that he got away alright’.” With no known grave, he is re-
membered on the Villers’-Bretonneux Memorial in France, the Australian War Memorial Roll of Honour panel 145 with his brother, Robert, and on the Collie Soldiers’ Park War Memorial. Bob Devon, meanwhile, was taken on strength of the 48th Infantry Battalion in February, 1917, in the field in France. After heavy fighting at Bullecourt, the battalion was moved to Belgium. It was here on August 9, 1917, that Robert Devon was killed in action. He was aged 39. Robert Devon is buried in the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery, Cabin Hill, Flanders, Belgium – Row B Grave 4 – where the poppies grow, row on row. He is remembered on the Australian War Memorial Roll of Honour panel 145, and on the Collie Soldiers Park War Memorial. The boys’ mother, Sarah, died in 1919, and is buried in the Collie cemetery. Their sister, Janet (Jen) Devon, married Leslie An-
nesley in Collie in 1915. She owned and operated the tea rooms opposite the Collie railway station. Janet died in 1985, aged 97. In memory of Robert and John Devon, the daughter of James Devon, Mavis, wrote in her life story: “In 1920, we all went to Cardiff Hall for the unveiling of big photos of the men who had been killed in the war. Uncle Bob and Uncle Jack’s hung side by side. A ribbon was pulled and the flags dropped to reveal the photos during the singing of the hymn ‘Lead Kindly Light’, and of course, everyone was crying.” Footnote: Information on the Devon family was kindly provided by Mr Ray Scarce, the grandson of James Devon (Jnr). "Though in a foreign land they lie, our love for them will never die" Remembered forever at the Collie Cardiff RSL Sub Branch ‘Lest We Forget’.
Robert Devon before his departure for the Boer War.
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A home to grow into THIS neat and tidy family home can be found at 43 Elouera Road and boasts plenty of space for the growing family. The backyard is secure with plenty of room for the kids to play, plus a large, paved patio area which is perfect for entertaining or the morning cuppa. A log fire in the lounge room, coupled with a reverse cycle air conditioner will keep the house cool in summer and cosy warm in winter. With a local sporting club, primary school and public park nearby, it is ideal for the family. WHY BUY ME: ►Kitchen boasting breakfast bar, pine cupboards and pantry, ample storage and plentiful bench space; ►Formal dining room featuring timber blinds, reverse cycle air conditioning and carpet underfoot; ►Queen sized master bedroom boasting wood blinds, carpet underfoot, walk in robe and ensuite inclusive of shower, vanity, medicine cabinet, heat light and toilet; ►Double sized second bedroom with carpet underfoot, built in robe and timber blinds; ►Single sized third and fourth bedroom with carpet underfoot, built in robes and timber blinds; ►Laundry featuring a built in cupboard; ►Cosy log fire; ►Electric hot water system; ►Double sized garden shed; ►Several security screens; ►Paved patio area with flat roof perfect for entertaining. Land Rates: TBA Water Rates: $1463.12 p.a. (approx.) Land Size: 728m2 Build Year:1977 Zoning: R15
HOME FACT FILE Location: 43 Elouera Street Price: $259,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Cars: 1 Contact: Mitch or Tocoda 0408 910 337 or 0447 340 344
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Rare horse lovers’ property HAVE you ever had the desire to own horses but did not have anywhere to keep them? Then look no further as this good-sized secluded property only a short 10 minute drive from the Collie central business district is a rare find and the perfect opportunity to fulfil those dreams. Ideal to use as a weekender camping base, with lots of room for heavy vehicle parking, set up the tent, saddle up the horses and explore the bush trails through the Collie state forest to Stockton Lake which is only 6.5 kilometres away. PROPERTY FEATURES:
►A truly unique 5.78 acre horse property; ►Six paddocks, grassed and fenced; ►Round steel framed equine holding and work yard; ►Bore for unlimited water supply; ►Five Colorbond water tanks to hold a total of 20,000 gallons of water; ►Massive 60 x 40 x 5 metre high Colorbond shed; ►Power is also available approximately 200m down the road; ►Owner is currently using a portable generator for power.
HOME FACT FILE Location: 22 Bacon Street, Collie Burn Price: $330,000 Contact: Charles Pinto 9780 0524 or 0419 389 455
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Looking back...
20 years ago ... Contributor: KYM SAUNDERS From the Collie Mail, December 6, 2001 Look at Worsley too – MLA Collie MLA Mick Murray called for a Parliamentary inquiry into emissions from Alcoa’s Wagerup alumina refinery – and their alleged illhealth effects – to be expanded to include Worsley Alumina’s refinery, north-west of Collie. Home plan angers locals A plan to establish a group home for children caused anger amongst neighbouring residents and raised concerns about Collie Riding for the Disabled. Family & Children’s Services, which owned the land in 2001 where the RDA operated from, were going to take occupation of the property’s house to house displaced school students. Local group set up to advise on timber funds The community had the chance to have its say on the State Government’s timber industry thanks to the establishment of a local reference group. Collie MLA Mick Murray said the group would allow more information about the government’s policy as well as raise issues that affected the immediate area. Stick to new limit – police Police reminded all motorists about the change of the speed limit around the Collie townsite to 50km/h. They called on all drivers to travel at that speed unless a different speed was posted. Medal haul for athletes Seven young local athletes had impressive showings in the 2001 Country Track and Field Championships in Northam. The Collie Athletics Club attended the event and took out a number of medals and earnt personal best times.
CHURCH NOTICES ALL SAINTS’ ANGLICAN CHURCH: 46 Venn Street. Church Services: Every Sunday at 9am. Morning tea after the service. Holy Communion: First and second Sundays of each month. Revd. Lynda Myres at Church Office (Noyes Hall) on Wednesday and Thursday each week. Phone: 0488 199 616 Bible study: Noyes Hall, 4pm on Wednesday Op shop: Open Tuesday to Thursday 9am - 3pm Warden and op shop manager: Gwen Molnar. Phone 9734 4020 or mobile 0429 375 598. Email: collieanglican@gmail.com Website: www.allsaintschurchcollie.org BAPTIST CHURCH: Cnr Prinsep and Elouera Streets, North Collie. Church Enquiries: Pastor Timothy van Aarde 0450 880 775. Collie Hospital Chaplain: Timothy van Aarde. Sunday Service : 9.30am Visitors Welcome. Sunday School during Service. Ladies Bible Study Group: Tuesday 10am at the Church. Prayer Meeting: Monday 5pm-6pm at the Church. CHURCH OF CHRIST: 165 Prinsep Street. Minister: Dave Carr, 9734 1361; 0416 784 146. Elder: Evan Mandry 9734 1354. Sundays: 9.30am, Family Service and Kids Church. Thursdays: 9.30am, Craft & Friendship – Phone Heather 9734 4066 Saturdays: 7.30am, Periodically, Breakfast – Phone Evan 9734 1354. Weekly Bible studies on various days. All enquiries welcomed. Vision Radio (87.6FM) is a Ministry of our Church. Please direct enquiries or outages to Dave Carr. COALFIELDS BAPTIST CHURCH: An old fashioned, independent Baptist Church. You are warmly invited to join us for our worship service, Sunday, 2pm, CWA Hall Throssell Street. Enquiries Pastor Chris Manessis 9797 0056, 0439 970 059. pastorcbcaustralind.com FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH: 46 Johnston Street, Collie. All are welcome to join with us in fellowship. Friday: Food Ministry 10am-12noon, Prayer meeting 7pm Sunday: 10am morning service. Sunday School during service. For enquiries phone Pastor Garry Fisher on 9734 3796. ST BRIGID’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Presbytery new number: 9798 4469. Email: collieparish@westnet.com.au Parish Secretary: Marie Hicks 0414 755 054, office 9734 2183. Weekend Masses: Collie: Saturday 6pm, Sunday 10am. Darkan: 1st and 3rd Sunday, 8am No weekday Masses. Baptisms by request. Parish Hall: not open until further notice. Vinnies: Op Shop, Bargain Barn, Steere Street open. Phone 9734 5664 during shop hours. SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH: Cnr Wittenoom & Steere Streets You are welcome to fellowship with us, we meet every second and fourth Saturday. Bible Study 9.30am, Service 11am. WEST ARTHUR: The Uniting Church meets on the first and third Sunday of the month at 9am. KYB is held on Tuesday at 9.30am at the Old Duranillin School. The Catholic Church meets on the first and third Sunday of the month at 8am. The Anglican Church meets on the following days: Second Sunday of the month at 8am at Darkan Fourth Sunday of the month at 8am at Darkan Third Sunday of the month at 8am at Arthur River.
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Outage after car hits Venn St power pole A FOUR hour power outage occurred on Venn Street East on Monday afternoon after a car hit a power pole.
MOVEMBER: Worsley Whiskers team members included Michael Fernandez De Viana, Darren Barrett, Dan Bawden, Dee O’Brien, Carlos Elliott, Mark Graham, Ross Burden, Taylem Frost, Matthew Paulger and Brenton Rowe.
Worsley Whiskers raise $23,414 in Movember WORSLEY Alumina employees participated in Movember last month, raising $23,414 in total. The Worsley Whiskers, a team of 20 workers, raised $11,707 and South32 Worsley Alumina matched the total.
The team hosted a Bake Off, Mo-Sizzle, MoBurger lunch and participated in a Movember cycling event throughout the month to raise money. Movember raises money for men’s mental
health and suicide prevention, prostate and testicular cancer. Through growing a moustache, participants gain sponsorship, raising funds towards prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
The incident occurred at about 4pm and power was restored just before 8pm that evening, after Western Power repaired the pole. No one was hurt in the accident and the car had been removed from the area by the time workers arrived to repair the damage, said a Western Power spokesperson.
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HOW TO LODGE A CLASSIFIED Classified advertisements can be lodged at: 1B Collie Park Shopping Centre (opposite post office), Steere Street, or by email to: classies@crvbulletin.com Minimum charge is $10 including GST for up to 15 words, then 33 cents a word DEADLINES: Tuesday 4pm (lineage) Monday 1pm (display classifieds)
DEATHS CARTER (Graeme): Sincere sympathy to Jeanette and family. From the committee and members of the Collie Bowling Club. RIP. SMYTHE (Francis Joseph): Words are few, thoughts are deep, memories of you are ours to keep. Your loving family, Daniel, Loraine, Chris, Vicky, Roy, Jason, Laura and greatgrandchildren Isaac, Nate and Bella.
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COMMUNITY RANGER The Shire of Collie is offering a fantastic opportunity for a passionate, community minded individual to join our Community Rangers team. If you want to contribute to our community then this is the job for you. This role oversees local laws relating to community safety, public spaces and animals. The successful candidate will help drive the objectives of educating the community, building positive relationships with stakeholders, encouraging people to be safe and act responsibly. Past experience in a ranger, or related, position will be well regarded. If you are someone that is a good communicator and enjoys engaging with people, then we would like you to join our team. A remuneration package based upon Level 4 of the Shire of Collie Enterprise Agreement 2017, clothing allowance, nine-day fortnight and opportunity for up to 18% superannuation will apply. Applicants will need to complete an application form, provide a cover letter and their resume, which can be found on our website www.collie.wa.gov.au. Applicants should read the related job description found on our website to decide if the position matches their skill set. Applications should be addressed to Karen Rumpf at karen.rumpf@collie.wa.gov.au, alternatively, you can send your application in writing to: “Confidential – Human Resources Officer” Shire of Collie Locked Bag 6225, Collie WA 6225 Applications close on the 13th December 2021 at 4.30pm Stuart Devenish Chief Executive Officer
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Vacant Position Experienced Boilermaker/Welder Full-time position (Monday-Friday) About the role: We are seeking an experienced boilermaker/welder to join our team at Collie Machine Shop for a full-time position available for an immediate start. The appropriate candidate will hold the following: Skills and key features to be considered: • Hold a relevent Australian ‘Boilermaker /Welder’ recognised trade certificate. • Have a manual C class drivers licence (essential). • Hold working at heights and confined space certificates. • Be able to pass all pre-employment medical requirements, including drug/alcohol screens. • Police clearance. • Have an exceptionally high standard for safety. • Time and self-management skills. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Work unsupervised. • Good work ethic. • Positive attitude. How to apply: If you believe you have the skills to successfully meet the requirements of this position, please apply by sending your current CV to accounts@colliemachineshop.com.au Closes: December 16, 2021.
Vacant Position Experienced Sandblaster/Painter Full-time position (Monday-Friday) About the role: We are seeking an experienced sandblaster/painter to join our team at Collie Machine Shop for a full-time position available for an immediate start. The appropriate candidate will hold the following: Skills and key features to be considered: • Current C class drivers licence (HR advantageous). • Hold working at heights and confined space certificates. • Be able to pass all pre-employment medical requirements, including drug/alcohol screens. • Police clearance. • Have an exceptionally high standard for safety. • Time and self-management skills. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Work unsupervised. • Good work ethic. • Positive attitude. How to apply: If you believe you have the skills to successfully meet the requirements of this position, please apply by sending your current CV to accounts@colliemachineshop.com.au Closes: December 16, 2021.
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FUNERALS FUNERAL NOTICE WILLIAMS: The Funeral Service for the late Mr Robert John 'Bob' Williams will be held in The Funeral Chapel, 9 Spencer Street BUNBURY commencing at 2pm on TUESDAY (07.12.2021)
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Shire of Collie Notice of Special Meeting of Council The Shire of Collie is holding a Special Meeting of Council for the purpose of: • Sale of Property The Special Meeting will be held at the Shire of Collie Council Chambers (87 Throssell Street, Collie) on 7 December 2021 commencing at 6.00pm. For further information please contact the Council Offices on 9734 9000 or by email at colshire@collie.wa.gov.au Matthew Young Acting Chief Executive Officer
COLLIE ITALIAN CLUB AGM: Saturday December 11 at 2pm in the Members Bar. All welcome. COLLIE ROTARY CLUB: Drop your cans at Collie Mowers and More or cite the account number C10397872 at the Cash for Cans depot to help raise funds for community youth programs.
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Favourite Master Yossi wins the Collie Cup HARNESS RACING A LARGE and enthusiastic crowd witnessed the Bendigo Bank Collie Cup meeting last Sunday afternoon with six races and warm but perfect weather. The seasonal awards were all decided at the same meeting. The Bendigo Bank Collie Cup was taken out by the $1.90 favourite Master Yossi from the strong Team Bond stable. Driven and prepared by stable foreman Ryan Warwick, the talented four year old stepped safely from his 20 metre handicap at his first Australian start having recently travelled to WA after crossing the Tasman. He went to the front after half a lap and maintained his advantage for the rest of the journey. From a local perspective, Bianca Ashcroft’s gallant three-year-old filly, Fleur Du Maquis, stepped to an early lead before settling behind the favourite and running on at her first start over the marathon 2700 metre journey. She returned supporters $3.50 for her second placing. The other feature race of the afternoon, the George Ashcroft Memorial, resulted in another local success with the Leo trained and Cody Wallrodt driven Mister Sauvage taking good advantage of his inside barrier draw to lead all the way as a $1.40 favourite. New owner Ash Shepherd was thrilled to win this prestigious local race with Leo. The meeting opened with
Collie King, Trent Wheeler, opting to drive Troopingofthecolor for Peter Anderson ahead of his dad’s charge, Novel Approach, in the Patriots Hockey Club three-year-old pace. Starting from the outside of the back line, he made a sweeping three wide run in the middle stages of the race to power to the front and run away from his opposition. This result was a great start to another good day for the Punters’ Club which had a $200 win bet for a $600 start to the day as well as being the first leg of successful early quaddie which eventually added another $625 to the bank when the next three legs were successful. A further three trifectas over the course of the afternoon added another $370 to the kitty for a final dividend of $84 for each $50 investment by club members. You will receive your cheque in the mail shortly. The Retired Miners Pace resulted in another horse coming from the outside of the back line for victory. Three-year-old filly Patrikiar also made a bold move mid race and then sat in the three wide line to battle out the finish and score narrowly from the Hayden Reeves trained pair, Swanboune Spunk and Silent Reaction. After winning at each of her last two starts in Collie Patrikia was great value at $4 the win and $1.80 the place. Her victory wrapped up three of the club’s seasonal awards securing the Ray Ara-
mini Memorial Leading Reinsperson award for Shannon Suvaljko, the Club Hotel leading Trainer award for Craig Hynam and the Central Garage Leading Horse award for Patrikiar. Phil Duggan engaged Deni Roberts for the drive on another three-year-old in Beat the Bank and he justified his favouritism at $2.10 to score in a bruising finish in the Blue and Greg Pace sponsored by Blue Saunders and Greg Wheeler. The final event of the season had five two-year-olds face the starter in the Collie Bin Hire and Collie Steel Supplies Pace with the Bond Team and Ryan Warwick completing a double with Ima Socialite as a $2.20 favourite. Seven prizes went off on the chocolate wheel including two six month memberships of Fitness Plus. There were two entries going into the final leg of the Pick-4 competition but neither selected the fourth winner, so the competition jackpots to $200 for the first meeting of 2022 on October 16, 2022. The Collie Harness Racing Club has been very pleased with their move to race in the spring and look forward to next season's events. They would also like to thank the army of volunteers and helpers who help to make the meetings the smooth running affairs they are. The club is always looking for new blood so consider joining Collie harness racing in 2022.
Allanson and Darkan at athletics carnival
ALL public primary schools in Collie and Darkan participated in the annual inter-school athletics carnival recently. This was the first time in several years that Allanson and Darkan have competed against the other schools in an inter-school carnival, as part of the new Collie-Darkan District Public Schools Sporting Association. The change was made as a way of encouraging the year six students to meet each other before they start high school next year. This will now be implemented at all interschool carnivals and the winter sports carnival next year.
Matilda Lemon, long jump, Fairview Primary School.
Speedway turns 50 COLLIE Speedway turns 50 years old this weekend. Festivities begin on Friday night at 6pm and continue from 5pm Saturday. All sedan classes will race in championship events and winners will be awarded sashes and trophies.
Dash Cain, vortex throw, Wilson Park Primary School.
SPROCKET: Jorja Swan competing at Westside BMX’s Festival of BMX last weekend.
South West team victors at BMX festival event THE South West team rode away winners on Saturday after taking part in Westside BMX’s Festival of BMX event. The event attracted 390 entries, from all around the state, all competing for their individual clubs. The SW team was made up of entrants from Collie, Bunbury and Cowaramup clubs, and had 52 riders, competing in 57 events. A non-stop chorus of riders and parents cheered on the team members, encouraging them to push hard right to the finish line. Seven-year old Thomas Peters (Bunbury-Sprocket), Chloe McIllree (Collie 8-12), Ned Gregory (Cowaramup above 13 year olds) and Cassie McIllree (CollieCruiser) came together from each of the designated classes and took on all the WA teams. After securing a second place in the semi-final, the order was shuffled, and they lined up for the final. As Mrs McIllree rode the final leg, the team had a clear chance for a podium finish, and crossed the line in third place.
The SW team was named as overall winners of the event, narrowly beating the home club by a handful of points. “All riders and parents should be extremely proud of the club spirit, respect and enthusiasm demonstrated by all members,” said Collie BMX spokesperson Trevor Gale. Between main events, novelty races were a blast from the past as sidehacks and retro bikes hit the track and fun with these heavy and challenging machine was had. Even ET was spotted in the basket of an old 1980s replica during the day. Stephanie Slapp and Milla Cherry won the Fashions on the Field junior and senior categories, after significant effort preparing their dresses and customised Sprocket fascinators. “The SW kids swarmed the event and were the loudest and proudest voting for the team,” said Gale. Participants are encouraged to check the club’s Facebook pages for more details for upcoming events.
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Tyler wins club’s meat pack event BOWLS THERE was a good turnout for the Collie Bowling Club’s Wednesday meat pack event last week. After two games, with scroungers scoring being used, the winner was Jim Tyler with 47.5, followed by Max Cubic with 43. Third was Kevan McKenzie on 42.5 and fourth John Waywood on 41.5. THE ladies travelled to Busselton and after a tight tussle came away with a nil to four points loss.
Heather Gibbs, Karina Snow, Cheryle Brown and Eileen Hindle lost 17 to 18; and Lyn Mitchell, Kath McElroy, Kath Cluning and Bev Old lost 11 to 25. The ladies played social bowls on Sunday. The final of the Global Auto Electrical sponsored pairs will be played on December 9. THE first and fourth division men’s pennant teams played at home on last week and both sides had good wins. The first division team of Jeff Crowe, Rod Garner, Hans
Wiggers and Valdis Brojanowski won 18 to 15; Brian Bass, Rob Ferris, Kevan McKenzie and Les McCamish won 25 to 12. Collie four points to Eaton Gold nil. The fourth division team of Jim Tyler, Wayne Simmonds, Jamie Godfrey and George Saggers lost 15 to 17; Ian Bushell, Tom Gale, Barry Lowe and Neil Roberts won 26 to 16. Collie three points to Boyanup one point. Last Saturday, both teams travelled, with first division playing at Binningup, and third division travelling to Donny-
brook. First division lost all games. Ross White, Brian Bass, Gordon Clifford and Rod Garner lost 11 to 29; Garry Keep, Tom Edwards, Ron White and Rob Ferris lost 11 to 20; Ash Collins, Jamie Parker, Jeff Crowe and Ray Colgan lost 8 to 26. Collie nil to Binningup six points. Third division showed better form. Tom Gale, Hans Wiggers, Jamie Godfrey and Valdis Brojanowski lost 18 to 19; Trevor Welsh, Kevan McKenzie, Ian Corley and Peter Kaurin won 29 to 7. Collie three points to Don-
nybrook one point. THERE was only a small turnout on Sunday for the scroungers event when four rinks of triples were played. The rink winners in final winning order were Max Cubic, Barry Lowe, Chris Sanford and George Saggers. The highest scorer was Max Cubic and the consolation winner was Jeff Wright. MEMBERS are reminded that the funeral of Graeme Carter is on at the club tomorrow (December 3) at 1pm. Please bring a plate to assist with catering.
Fever hosts free netball coaching clinic WEST Coast Fever will host a free netball coaching clinic this Sunday at Roche Park Recreation Centre, from 9am to 10.30am. West Coast Fever were runners-up in the Suncorp
Super Netball competition in 2018 and 2020. The clinic is open to players aged between five and 16 year olds, and a signing session will follow. Fever coaches Dan Ryan, Be-
linda Reynolds and Sue Gaudion will answer coaching questions during an informal chat over a coffee between 9am and 10am. Visit Eventbrite to register your interest.
Rabjones keeps it ‘down the middle’ at stableford
YOUNG ATHLETES: An-ne Pelser, Gemma Buckle and Mercades Ingram practicing their javelin throws at the training clinic.
New skills on show at clinic LITTLE ATHLETICS THE Collie River Valley Athletics Club hosted a two-day training clinic last week. Coaches from Perth were in attendance, sharing their experience and guidance with the young athletes, in a variety of disciplines. Athletes showcased newly gained skills in discus, shot put, javelin, high jump, hurdles, as well as short and long distance running, with 57 new personal bests achieved at last Friday night’s competition. Max Earl (under 14 boys) set a record for long jump with a massive jump of 4.82 metres, while
An-ne Pelser (under 16 girls) threw her way into the record books for one kilogram discus, with a throw of 31.70 metres. The club also congratulated Gemma Buckle (under 14 girls) for receiving the Shire of Collie 2021 Junior Sportsperson of the Year award. Buckle was nominated for her achievements in athletics, football, basketball and netball, and has had a great athletics season. Her personal best for the one kilogram discus throw is 22.98 metres, beating her previous best of 18.24 metres. In the 400 gram javelin throw, Buckle set a personal best of 34.26 metres.
From back page Nancy Lynn 38 and Angela Ireland 37 also figured in the voucher allocation. Novelties were won by: Connor Mumme (No. 1), Phil Rabjones (4), Lesley Motion (4), David Broadbent (6), Darren O’Brien (7), Trevor McCormick (9), Michelle Tate (12), John Michalak (14), Curtis Price (15) and Phil Warburton (18). CAMERON Davidson was the winner of last week’s Tuesday leisure day event. Young Davidson’s 41 points just got him the cartoon on offer in a countback from Danny Clayton. The leading pair were well clear of others in the field of 48 players. The day’s best vet, John Wray, Simon Naylor and Jodie Allison finished on 38, with Fred Bronickis, Michelle Tate, Bill Rybarczyk and Terry Ellery on 37. Ian “Shanks” Shannon had 36, while Gary Old
and Doug Crowe finished on 35. Davidson picked up the novelty on No. 4, while Alan Kent (7), Michelle Tate (9), Simon Maylor (14) and David Carter (18) got the others. THE Ellery brothers battled it out for top honours in last Thursday’s nine-hole scroungers event when the younger of the two, Terry, beat Peter on a spin-of-the-wheel after scoring 21 points. Graham Williams, who has emerged from the doldrums with some fine golf, was third on 20, while 19s were returned by in-form Danny Clayton, Terry Massara and Brian Banks, one better than Kevin Ireland’s 18. Peter Ellery (No. 4), Graham Williams (6) and Ed Riley (9) won the novelties. ANNETTE Atherton won the ladies’ nine-hole event played on Wednesday of last week, with 20 points. Kerry Dye had 18, two better
than Sue Earnshaw, Shelley Barker-May, Peta Ellery and Olna Turner on 16. Winner Atherton birdied number four, while Bev Moyses sunk the longest putt on No. 5. THIS weekend’s Summer Open will be contested by a capacity field. The club is indebted to local players who have withdrawn to enable visitors to get a game. Friday’s Bushwalkers ’fourball-better-ball stableford has also been a “sell out”. Over the two events the club has accepted a total of 434 nominations so it will be most appreciative of any local members who can help over the weekend. Today’s scroungers event is a special summer open nine-hole competition. Leisure day will be played next Tuesday and the ladies’ nine-hole event will be played on Wednesday.
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Rabjones keeps it ‘down the middle’ GOLF PHIL Rabjones was an easy winner in the Jim and Bev Moyses 18-hole stableford at Collie Golf Club last Saturday. Rabjones teed off with three big hitters and although unable to keep up with them, he had the last laugh when posting a fine score of 42 points. Speaking at the presentation of trophies, Rabjones complimented his three playing partners on their length off the tee and followed up with “but remember fellas you have to hit it down the middle, on the cut grass”, something he managed with great efficiency.
Runner-up, on 39, was Dean Chappell who produced some fine form to edge Graham Williams into third spot on a countback. Fred Bronickis was all alone on 38, while Ken Tate, Trevor Lawrence and John Michalak had 37. Others to get vouchers were Peter Coombs, Bruce Jackson 36, Brad Swan, Jim Moyses aand Trevor McCormick 35. Rhonda Annandale was in fine touch when winning the ladies’ event, with 42. She was two better than Michelle Tate and Jann Mead, on 40, with Tate taking second spot trophy on a countback. Continued page 23.
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Yossi master of Collie Cup Ryan Warwick drives Master Yossi to victory in the Bendigo Bank Collie Cup at the Collie Harness Racing Club’s meeting last Sunday. See story, page 22. Photo: Craicpot Photography.