Collie River Valley Bulletin, March 11, 2023 by Collie River Valley Bulletin

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COLLIE RIVER VALLEY Published by LOCALS for LOCALS EDITION No. 132

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

Coronation keepsakes

Local woman Margaret Matusevich has held on to many pieces of memorabilia over the years. Page 2

Big lotto win for syndicate

Members of a store syndicate will have extra spring in their steps this week after a division 1 lotto win. Page 5

SURE AIM

Kiara Elks hones her fire hose skills with Eaton-Australind Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service’s Malcolm Bracks at last Saturday's Koolinup open day. - Page 6.

Mum, I love you and I hope I get to tell you in the Collie Bulletin. ♥ Theo Dixon.

Mother's Day this Sunday

Children from local schools have written special messages for their mums. Pages 12 and 13

Newcastle coal cop out:

$300m. wasted BUYING expensive New South Wales coal and shipping it to Collie has been a waste of money, according to South West MLC Steve Thomas. “It was completely unnecessary,” Mr Thomas said yesterday. His comments follow questions asked in State Parliament this week. Mr Thomas, who is the shadow energy minister, said there are still some 59,000 tonnes remaining of the initial order of 100,000 tonnes shipped from Newcastle.

This coal is to be blended with Collie coal and it is anticipated it will take until October before it is burned. The ratio of Collie coal mixed with the Newcastle coal has increased from a rate of seven-to-one in March to 10-to-one to make it more compatible with the locally sourced product. The State Government imported the coal last December to ensure the power supply was not interrupted over the summer months.

Mr Thomas said the fact the bulk of the coal was still unburnt proved there was no emergency. “We are five months down the track and they are less than halfway through it, only burning 300 tonnes a day,” he said. Mr Thomas said it was “hilarious” for the government to say it had to get the coal to “keep the lights on”. “They are now struggling to use it. ‘Yes Minister’ couldn't write this stuff, it's

just hilarious, and so much for the emergency.” Mr Thomas said the government has “completely messed up its transition plan. “It’s more than just bringing coal from Newcastle to Collie. “We paid over $300 million for it and it’s now been proven to have been completely unnecessary and a waste of money. “Maybe they should hold it over to next summer for the next ‘emergency’.”

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Minni costs questioned

AAAAAA What's on, When and Where Markets Goods Shed, Forrest Street, Sunday May 14, Mother’s Day market 8am – 1pm. Immerse art exhibition Collie Art Gallery, Thursday to Monday, 10am to 4pm. Bingo Collie Eagles football clubrooms, Thursdays, doors open 6.30pm, eyes down 7pm. Library activities Sing along story time, weekly, Mondays, 9am. Junior board game fortnightly Thursdays, 3.30pm. Lego Club weekly Mondays, 3.30pm. Parkrun Parkrun at Soldiers’ Park every Saturday 8am. Walk or run at your own pace, fun and fitness is the focus. Coalfields Museum Open Thursday to Mondays, 9am to 3pm. Children under 16 free when accompanied by an adult. See how Collie people lived, worked and played. Riff Raff dancing Every Monday from 7pm at Collie PCYC. Beginners welcome, no partner necessary. Supper provided. Cost is $5 per person. Boomers' Dance At the Club Hotel, Saturday May 27, 6pm till late. A local DJ with the classics from the 50s to the 80s. Meals available. Free entry. Signing centre Monday 10am to 12-noon; Thursday 2pm3.30pm; Friday 10am to 12-noon at the courthouse. Op shops The Anglican Op Shop, Tuesday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm. Vinnies open Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 1pm, now opening Saturday 9am-1pm. Donation bins at St Brigid’s church and primary school. Jo’s Bazaar, Monday and Thursday, 9am to 12pm. Harvest Life op shop Prinsep Street Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm. Foodbank here the first and third Tuesday of each month, 12:15-1pm. Collie Child and Parent Centre Playgroup Mondays at 9am (for parents and carers with children birth to 5 years old). MyTime support group (for parents and carers with children with additional needs) Tuesdays February 7 from 12.30pm. Baby Business (for parents and carers with children birth to 2 years) Fridays at 9.00am. For more information call 9734 3364 or drop in at 6 Cable Street Collie. Send it in This column offers free publication of events for not for profit clubs and organisations, or for items of social news. If you would like to have details of your events or organisation published in this column, send copy to nola. crvbulletin@gmail.com or classies@crvbulletin.com. Deadline 5pm on Fridays.

MINNINGUP Pool redevelopment costs, shire staffing numbers and swimming pool labour hire costs were among the issues raised at the Collie Shire Council’s annual electors meeting, held last Thursday at the Margaretta Wilson Centre. In response to a question from former Collie-Preston MLA Mick Murray, about how much has been spent on the Minningup pool planning process, shire CEO Stuart Devenish said that $430,000 has been spent to date. Asked about shire staffing numbers, Mr Devenish said there has been no change to full-time equivalents, which are at about 72. Mr Murray additionally brought up the issue of pre-council forums and transparency, with shire president Sarah Stanley describing the monthly councillor briefings as a "discussion forum". "Decisions are always made in public at the council meetings," Cr Stanley said. Labour hire and accommodation costs to keep the Collie Mineworkers Memorial Pool open were also questioned.

Mr Devenish advised that, according to shire policy, quotes for accommodation had been provided. In response to a question about cars crossing and damaging the Forrest Street median strip, Mr Devenish said strip restoration is “well and truly on our workbench”. Problems include the strip sinking in many places, while roots have caused rising in other places. Electors were told the shire is looking at a master plan for the impacted stretch of the street. Pedestrian crossing at the Forrest and Prinsep streets intersection lights was also raised amid concerns about limited crossing time. It was suggested by Geoff Wilks that a walk button be installed, allowing for timed crossings. The benefits of town-greening were put forward by Simone Fraser who said greening would both make Collie a more attractive environment and provide cool-

ing. Cr Stanley said it is one of the items under consideration for this year’s budget. She said areas of focus include the greening of arterial streets and the replacement of box trees. Electors were also advised that options are being considered regarding utilising native plants to add further colour to the stretch of Coalfields Road running through Collie. Following on from the recent Collie River revitalisation community forum, Matt Young, the shire director of development services, advised that consultants are still forming up the report for the review of the river revitalisation strategy. Mr Young said the report and recommendations will be presented to council and there will also be further community engagement. Regarding engagement effectiveness, Cr Stanley said the council endeavours to hold community meetings outside of work hours, with reports made publicly available.

Coronation keepsakes

MEMORABILIA: Margaret Matusevich with keepsakes marking Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953.

LOCAL woman Margaret Matusevich has a fondness for keepsakes, holding on to many “bits and pieces” of memorabilia over the years. As the coronation of King Charles III took place on Saturday, Mrs Matusevich eagerly watched on with her own memorabilia she has kept since Queen Elizabeth II was crowned in 1953. Mrs Matusevich was only nine when the historic occasion took place, and students at Ewington School were all given celebratory brochures to mark the event. She has kept them all these years. “I like to keep bits and pieces,” she said. “I still have a copy of an old school magazine.” She never actually watched the Queen’s coronation, due to there being no television, but remembered getting the booklets at school. Mrs Matusevich said she enjoyed watching most of the King’s coronation on Saturday, but admitted there was a bit too much singing. “In one way I hope the royal family continues,” she said. “I don’t want Australia to become a republic.”

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Minningup petition numbers falling short of goal

A GROUP of Minningup Pool redevelopment opponents are struggling to meet their signature numbers goal for a petition they plan to present to the Collie Shire Council. While official numbers have not been released, the group has revealed it won’t reach its target of securing 1000 signatures within a month at the current rate. Group member Rick Silk has taken to social media to exhort members to harness their online zeal by taking tangible

action, stating it is a “reality check”. “Our group has seen some huge efforts to make this happen by some truly dedicated people and top marks to those people,” Mr Silk states. However, he goes on to note that “talk is cheap”, appealing to members to up their efforts as the deadline approaches. Mr Silk said the group has been actively circulating the petition within the community. He said it has run a petition signing

table at Collie Central twice over the last two weeks, with the petition having also been circulated at local markets. In addition to this, Mr Silk said the group has now started an online petition. Mr Silk said that the group will continue circulating the petition in the coming weeks. However, the petition’s wording has been singled out as a potential issue, with it stating that the undersigned are against the redevelopment plans “in their entirety”. It requests that the council’s decision to endorse the day-use area masterplans “be revoked until further community consultation has been undertaken”. It has been noted that some people, while being against the development of accommodation, are keen to see minor upgrades made, such as to the toilets and barbeque areas. The group will again be running a signing table at Collie Central today.

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Park upgrade

THE playground equipment at Soldiers’ Park will get an upgrade in June, with new equipment to include swings, a climbing frame, a basket swing, a seesaw and rockers. The Collie Shire Council has advised that the upgrade, which will also see the Liberty Swing removed, will be carried out in stages. The swing will be replaced by a universal access swing, with an emphasis on making it more integrated with the rest of the park. The first stage of the upgrade has been made possible by federal government grant funding, with the second stage to be undertaken once further funding has been identified.

Unclaimed money

THE State Government is urging residents to check the unclaimed money website to see if they are owed money. A check of the site for Collie-related monies revealed 157 pages with 1566 results, with sums ranging from in the thousands to a few cents. To check whether you have money owing, go to unclaimedmonies.treasury. wa.gov.au, and enter your name in the search box.

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MOTHERLY LOVE: Jan Gillard (back, right) is looking forward to spending time with her daughter, Jody Bignell (back, left), granddaughter Tiffany Bignell (front, left) and great granddaughter Dempsey Taylor on Mother’s Day on Sunday.

Coming together on Mother’s Day FOR one local family of four generations, Mother’s Day is for handmade gifts and spending time together. Jan Gillard is well known for her kind heart and the delicious cakes she cooks for many people in town, but on Sunday she will get the chance for her own share of treats. She said she will spend Mother’s Day with her loved ones, including daughter, Jody Bignell, granddaughter, Tiffany Bignell, and great granddaughter, Dempsey Taylor. “I love seeing all the generations,” Mrs Gillard said. “I love my kids, and Reg and I are so lucky we can babysit out great grandchildren. A lot of great grandparents can’t.” Jody, who is also well known for her cooking, said Mother’s Day is a special day within the family. “We love coming together and celebrating,” she said.

“I love the fact that I’m seeing my kids with their own children. It is precious and priceless.” Tiffany, who is 23 weeks with her second baby, said she is looking forward to the creations four-and-a-halfyear-old Dempsey will likely give her on Sunday. “I love anything handmade,” she said. “But in terms of what to buy for my mum, it’s hard to buy for someone who already has everything.” Jody said she is grateful her children live close by, and she can spend time with them and her grandchildren. “We’re lucky we’re all so close,” she said. “The world now is so accessible we’re lucky they are so near and don’t live overseas. “My Mother’s Day wish is to be together. Having family together just makes the day.”

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SHIRE UPDATE

Community Information from the Shire of Collie

MAY 2023

JACK MEARS SPRING UPDATE Works are now underway to construct a new pedestrian access elevated footbridge and viewing platform in and around the Jack Mears Spring reserve. The project implements the recommendations of the Jack Mears Spring Rehabilitation Landscape Management Plan (2017) prepared by the Shire in collaboration with key stakeholders, the Collie community including Traditional Owners. This footbridge link is intended to: resolve the steep gravel path currently used to access Jack Mears Reserve from the existing footpath; remove foot traffic from this sensitive area, whilst enhancing the interpretive aspect of this significant natural spring site. Works will involve replacing the old timber bridge currently located over the spring, and the dilapidated gazebo. A new elevated walkway and viewing platform will be installed. The Jack Mears Spring Boardwalk project is jointly funded by the Australian Government and Collie Shire Council. Australian Government funding of $275,000 was provided through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program. This program supports local councils to deliver priority local road and community infrastructure projects across Australia. This footbridge and viewing platform will also integrate the Collie disc golf park opened in April 2022 to the rest of the same stretch of river foreshore. Onsite works commence on the 9th May 2023. Timber from the demolished bridge and gazebo will be donated to the Men’s Shed of Collie. For further detail on this project please visit

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Transitional housing progresses ACCORDWEST is moving ahead with planned development of transitional housing in Wallsend Street, having sent neighbours a letter regarding housing assessments before work begins. The letter states the not-for-profit community services provider is seeking to carry out the reporting on neighbouring properties ahead of the start of any works. It describes the step as “an important safeguard” for neighbouring properties during construction. The dilapidation reports will be done by Structerre, with representatives to reach out to residents. Accordwest CEO Evan Nunn said the reporting is part of the normal development processes. Mr Nunn said residents had reached out to Accordwest directly following a question-and-answer session last month, with the provider focused on ongoing consultation. “Once we have the next stages of the project ready, we’ll go and consult with the people impacted,” he said.

Mr Nunn said Accordwest would be transparent throughout the development. “We’ve already taken feedback from people at the meeting in terms of design considerations, and what’s going to be in the final property, and about safety and security,” he said. Accordwest is planning the construction of three separate three-bedroom, one-bathroom units on the amalgamated blocks. It has advised the housing will “provide a transitional home and safe space for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness”. The accommodation will be primarily targeted at women and children who have been subject to domestic abuse and violence, and is intended to support occupants for up to six months. The development application will come through the council. Earthworks are scheduled to start around August, with the homes to be completed by October next year.

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VINTAGE VEHICLE: WA Bushfire Museum and Heritage Group's chairman, Chris Sousa, with an older fire truck.

Open day a success THE Koolinup Emergency Services Centre open day on Saturday offered plenty of activities to keep children and adults occupied. While the weather was overcast, the rain held off and there was a good turnout for the Department of Fire and Emergency Services event. There were plenty of fire trucks on display, both modern vehicles and also a few from yesteryear, along with Freddie the Fire Engine. Children enjoyed balloon-making and face-painting, along with the opportunity to hone their fire hose skills with Malcolm Bracks from the Ea-

ton-Australind Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service. The free sausage sizzle was a popular stop-off, while the ice cream and coffee trucks also saw a regular procession of patrons. The State Emergency Service’s Colin Mackey and Ryan Poppas, along with search dog Bee from the Canine Unit, were also active throughout the day, mingling with the crowd. A Bureau of Meteorology representative delivered presentations on how the weather is predicted, with a road crash rescue simulation also attracting plenty of interest.

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State support not enough THE Federal Government’s plans to establish a national Net Zero Authority have been broadly welcomed, however South West Region MLC Steve Thomas is concerned there may be a potential eastern states focus. Unveiling the plans last Friday, the government advised that the authority will be tasked with “promoting the orderly and positive economic transformation” in navigating the path to net zero emissions. This will include providing support for

workers accessing new jobs, promoting the establishment of new clean industries, and facilitating net zero investment opportunities. The authority will work with state, territory and local governments, along with existing regional bodies, unions, industry, investors and First Nations groups. Mr Thomas, who is the WA Shadow Energy Minister, welcomed the move but said the state needed to see “how much of that’s going to make it to Collie”. “I think the intent is reasonable, how-

ever the technicalities need to be explained,” Mr Thomas said. He said further support for Collie should be high on the Federal Government’s agenda. “The risk is that Collie might miss out because there is a state-funded transition package. “However, the state-funded transition package is not doing the job. “Additional support is required, and the federal support should be focused on the economy of Collie.”

Collie Shire president Sarah Stanley said the shire welcomes the authority’s establishment, along with State Government-provided support. “Collie is really well placed to attract innovative new technologies that can provide jobs for workers impacted by the energy transition,” Cr Stanley said. “All three levels of government working collaboratively with unions, industry bodies and proponents is the key to a successful transition for Collie,” added Cr Stanley.

Syndicate's big lotto win MEMBERS of a Reuben's Newsagency store syndicate will have an extra spring in their respective steps this week after claiming the division one prize in the Saturday Lotto draw. The syndicate’s 10 winners will each get more than $174,000, sharing in the $1,746,848.08 winning prize. There were three division one winners around Australia, with the Collie ticket the sole WA winner. Newsagency manager Paul Reuben said many of the players have been playing for years. “Most of the winners are regular play-

ers in that particular syndicate,” Mr Reuben said. “One of the winners I met yesterday had been doing it for seven years, and they were very grateful they finally cracked it. “I spoke to another winner this morning and they were absolutely over the moon.” Mr Reuben said it’s been almost a year since the newsagency last sold a division one winner. A couple of division two winning tickets had also been sold at the newsagency in the last 12 months.

BIG WIN: Reuben's staff members Jodi Thompson and Carol Worroll mark the division one win.

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Minningup's COVID distraction Services ON JANUARY 19, 2020, a passenger flew into Sydney from Wuhan, China, sparking off the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to our way of life changing forever. Travel restrictions, border closures, compulsory wearing of masks, social distancing, all stressful for those who don't do stress very well. Wondering when it will end and what is next. Empty shelves in supermarkets, people losing their jobs for not wanting to have the vaccine, can't buy beer without a vaccine certificate, fear and uncertainty for many. I've heard it said that people didn't respond well to the Collie Shire Council's request for community comment from

August 13 to September 14, 2020. Could this have been because they were already overwhelmed by the pandemic and all their concerns for the safety of their families, especially the elderly. Ten days before Christmas, on December 15, 2020, the Minnigup Pool Day Use Area Masterplans were endorsed by the Collie Shire Council. What with a scaled down festive season for many and doubts about seeing family it is no wonder I have people approach me two and a bit years later with absolutely no idea what is intended for Minningup . Rick Silk Siding Street, Mungalup

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Selfless dedication of ANZACs

I HAD the immense honour of leading prayers and delivering the benediction for ANZAC Day, implying a connection between the profound love Jesus exhibited on the cross and the selfless dedication of the ANZAC soldiers. Just as Jesus sacrificed himself to restore broken relationships between humanity and God, and to liberate those who believe in him from their transgressions, the soldiers similarly gave their lives for the freedom of others, encapsulated by John 15:13: "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." Jesus' love and compassion, demonstrated during his time on Earth through his advocacy for the weak, poor, marginalised and the vulnerable, is mirrored in the actions of the servicemen and servicewomen who fought, driven by love, duty and the commitment to protect

those unable to defend themselves. This transcendent love surpasses the fleeting emotions and superficial connections often associated with the contemporary concept of love, such as the touchy-feely kind. But what happens when those feelings dissipate? Jesus surely didn't relish the prospect of the cross, and the ANZACs likely didn't embrace the idea of war, yet they both proceeded out of selfless love. The unwavering love exemplified by the ANZACs is sacrificial, dutiful and steadfast - a true, unconditional love that remains resolute in its commitment to serve and protect, irrespective of changing emotions or circumstances. May we strive to emulate this same selfless love, sacrificing our time, resources and rights, even when faced with inconvenience, lack of feeling or adversity.

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ROSIE and the team from the Koolinup Emergency Services Centre excelled themselves at the DFES open day on Saturday. It was fabulous to see all the effort of the staff and volunteers from Koolinup ESC, St John Ambulance, SES, local bushfire brigades and rescue teams. A lot of work went into making sure the community could see firsthand what happens at this facility. It was the first chance to see behind the gates just what the $13.4 million McGowan Labor Government commitment delivered. As the first of its kind in WA, the Koolinup centre supports communities right across the South West by serving as a Level 3 Incident Control Centre during major emergencies. Construction of the centre created 130 jobs and the builders sourced the majority of materials from South West businesses. THIS week Parliament resumes for a three-week cycle – but this week’s focus is on the Premier’s handing down of the state budget on Thursday. There’s already been a number of pre-budget announcements around health and housing. This week’s announcement to support regional public hospitals is great news! Newly qualified nurses and midwives who go to work at priority remote and regional public hospitals will be eligible for up to $12,000 over three years to pay off their university fees. There’s also $3.6 million for wraparound support, such as mentoring, for 1200 nurse and midwife graduates working at WA public hospitals. I look forward to sharing more great budget news with the Collie community once this year’s state budget is announced.

I TOOK up a new hobby recently. I probably shouldn’t have, because I have too many things to do as it is. I already crossstitch, sew, write, read, bake and dance. My time management skills aren’t the best, either, and I have troubles with executive dysfunction (oh, the joys of ADD!), but I saw this project online and thought to myself, “Oh, neat! That looks like fun!” The “that” in question is a patchwork quilting project called a “Murder Mystery Quilt”. The idea is that every month, starting in January, you get the pattern for a block (a piece of the quilt to make, for those who don’t know what that means) and a chapter of a murder mystery story to read. By the time you get to the last block and chapter in December, the mystery is solved. Little did I know what I was in for. Why did I, a person whose brain is wired for words, not numbers, decide to take up a hobby that requires so much measuring? So much measuring! I must be losing it, right? All the little bits to cut out have been slowly driving me nuts. I cut out two blocks’ worth of pieces and it took me six hours. I cut out everything from one-inch squares to one-inch-high by 10-inch-long rectangles (which are apparently called “logs” in quilting parlance). For the March block, it was not only all shades of blue, but one shade of blue required 14 different-sized pieces in multiples of six! Remembering the words of wisdom bestowed upon me by my father and grandfather, I measured twice and cut once. I was so, so careful. I checked and double-checked everything, bent over my cutting board and quilting ruler. Not rushing and making sure to be as exact as possible before I cut, pinned and sewed. The problem came when I went to put everything together. The individual parts were easy and matched up just fine, and I was so happy because it seemed like it was all working. Then came time to join the bigger pieces together to form the block and, somehow, I really don’t know how, one of them was too big! Why? Why did I decide to do this? Why did I, who has never done any sort of patchwork in my entire life, suddenly want to try making a quilt with lots and lots of finicky cutting out and numbers? Woe! Woe! I am full of woe! I knew the MOTH (male of the household) wasn’t going to be any help with this, so I just took a deep breath, a shot of raspberry rum, and went back to my sewing machine to finish the block as best I could. Despite all of my misgivings, the finished product didn’t turn out too badly. It certainly looks like ocean waves. Perhaps all is not lost, and I shall yet solve the mystery of who murdered the viking. Move over, Agatha Christie!

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Dr Bhebhe took the long road to Collie People: MARTIN KOVACS DR Lesley Bhebhe has accumulated plenty of kilometres in recent times, with Collie River Valley Medical Centre’s newest doctor having travelled a long way to take up the position. However, since his arrival, he has slotted seamlessly both into the new role and life in Collie, saying he and his family have very much enjoyed their first month in town. Of course, moving can be a stressful time at the best of times – let alone from one country to another – however Collie already ticked many boxes for Dr Bhebhe and his family. Dr Bhebhe (BChB, MMed FamMed, FCFP, DipPEC) said that, in weighing up the pros and cons of different positions, he and his family were keen to live outside of the city. Dr Bhebhe said he had researched Collie, and compared it to the other potential options, before arriving. He said one of the key attractions of Collie was that it would be good a fit for

both himself and his family. “I’ve come with my wife and daughter,” Dr Bhebhe said. “For my child, this is a good place for her to grow up. It’s a good environment. “My wife is a nurse. So, once we are settled, she will also be working here in Collie.” While the mercury has dropped during his first month in town, Dr Bhebhe and his family haven’t had any issues acclimatising. In fact, having arrived via the Northern Hemisphere, the cool mornings haven’t presented any issues. “I was working in England for about two-and-a-half years,” he said. “So, this is nothing in terms of coldness compared to that. It’s chilly but not too bad!” Dr Bhebhe has certainly taken the long road to get to Collie, with his career presenting plenty of opportunities to travel. He has studied and worked in many diverse places, providing ample opportunity to both build his career and see the world. Dr Bhebhe initially studied medicine in Zimbabwe. He then moved to South Africa, where in 2012 he obtained a qualification in family medicine. “I studied for four years in South Africa,” he said. “I then went to a neighbouring country called Lesotho, and was there for around four years. “I was mainly running a primary healthcare clinic, and was also the emergency unit head of department before I left. “My main interest is in emergency medicine.”

In line with this, Dr Bhebhe subsequently completed both a fellowship in general practice and a diploma in emergency medicine. “I then moved to Namibia, where I was doing almost the same thing,” he said. “I was running my own practice, and working in the hospital there, providing services in the emergency department.” In 2020, Dr Bhebhe moved to England to continue pursuing his interest in emergency medicine. There, he spent two years in the role of registrar of emergency medicine in Northampton. It is from Northampton that he has made his way to Collie, and he does so having recently achieved a new qualification. “I finally completed the qualification, a Membership of the College of Emergency Medicine,” he said. “I just got my results at midnight, and I passed! “I’ll be working at Collie Hospital, and I think those skills are going to be beneficial.”

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Dr Bhebhe said both the staff at the medical centre and the Collie community have been very supportive since his arrival. He said he has already been made to feel at home and enjoys the strong sense of community in Collie. In fact, the Collie community spirit was put into action not long after he and his family arrived, with neighbours helping out with car troubles. “Once my wife left the car lights on, and in the morning somebody came and said they could jumpstart the car, without us even asking for help,” he said. “They just saw us. That’s very supportive, when you don’t need to ask.” Church has been another outlet via which Dr Bhebhe and his family have been able to build some initial ties within the community. “I attend the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and I’m happy that I’ve found my church here,” he said. “The church community has been very supportive. “So, I’ve been settling in quite well, both in the practice and in the community.”

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Collie adventure One of the Christian Brothers who taught at St Edmunds for two years in the 1970s recently celebrated his 60th anniversary in the order. He received the gift of an adventure voucher, and chose to use it in Collie, riding an e-bike on the Arklow Trail as part of a three-day stay. Br Terry Casey was full of praise for the trail ride, saying it was a wonderful way to celebrate.

That was one This week, a museum volunteer had to admit it wasn’t possible for a visitor to show his visiting family photos of the 1964 floods, because the new tv set had yet to be commissioned. He said he wanted them to see his father’s shop. Who was his father? Stan Farmer, the baker. Ah ha, said the volunteer, but you can see the baker’s cart. Really? Yes, it’s outside. Off went the family, only to quick-

ly return, as the baker’s cart belonged to Booths, the opposition from Ogden Street, not Farmers, who were located in Steere Street. You can’t win them all. Claim that money The State Government says it wants to return unclaimed monies to WA residents. One of the sums listed for Collie is $140.72 owed to the Department of Premier and Cabinet since 2013. Would that help pay off some government debt?

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ONCE every four years, the WA state electoral boundaries come up for review, as population numbers change and people move from place to place. Changes are based on ensuring there is a fair comparison of enrolment numbers in each seat and that people live in comparatively similar locations. A community of interest is another factor, seeking to ensure people share a similar lifestyle, as industrial-based areas have different needs to agricultural needs, and city needs differ from rural needs. Submissions are invited to the review to help with ﬁnalising boundaries. People still have the opportunity to comment on the suggestions which have been made, up to 5pm, May 15.

SUBMISSIONS from the Liberal and National parties to the 2023 review of WA state electoral boundaries suggest signficant changes once again for the Shire of Collie, while the Labor Party suggests minor changes. There is also a submission from the Shire of Collie, and one individual, Ian Miffling, who is the shire's deputy president, both arguing for the retention of Collie as a district. The Liberal Party submission suggests reallocating Collie to the seat of Roe. Under the Liberal's submission, the seat of Collie-Preston would become “Preston”, with 6680 Collie electors moved to the district of Roe, which currently lacks sufficient numbers. While the move would even up numbers, it has little to do with “locality-based identity and shared communities of interest”, with most of the area

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LOCAL students will learn lifesaving first aid skills, following a $20,000 grant from Community Bank Collie. The program, First Aid Focus, started on Monday at Amaroo Primary School, with students from kindergarten through to year six learning the important skills. St John community engagement officer Robina Haines said the different age groups would be taught age-appropriate skills. The year one and year two students learnt “DRS”, which stands for “danger”, “response” and “send for help”. The year three to year six students learnt “DRSABCD”, which covers the added skills of checking the “airway”, “breathing”, “CPR” and “defibrillation”. Ms Haines said the skills were taught using easy-to-understand methods. “For the younger students, it’s all about learning what is an emergency, who to call and what questions will be asked by the operator,” she said. “We need to remove the fear from the situation. We teach the students to remain safe and calm.” Ms Haines said the lifesaving skills

were recently put into action by a previous year three student who, after arriving home from school, saved her mother’s life after she fell into a diabetic coma. “This is proof that it works,” she said. Community Bank manager Narelle Michalak said teaching children first aid skills helped ensure they could keep themselves, friends and family safe. “Life-threatening situations are extremely stressful for adults, so this stress is amplified tenfold for children,” she said. “Accidents can happen anywhere, at any time, and it’s important for children to know how to act in these situations. “Providing the skills to remain safe and calm, while rendering first aid, is something we want them to feel confident about, should they ever find themselves in a dangerous situation.” The first aid sessions will be implemented at Wilson Park Primary School tomorrow, as well as Allanson Primary School, Fairview Primary School, St Brigid’s School and Collie Senior High School in the coming weeks.

located far to the east of Collie and deriving its income from agriculture. It would likely involve Collie electors trying to contact an electoral office in Esperance. This submission also suggests moving 1290 electors in the Shire of Boyup Brook to Roe, with commonality of interests in agriculture. The Nationals' submission centres on moving Shire of Capel electors to the Collie-Preston district, as well as Dalyellup electors. It says this would marry recreational areas, farming and dense suburbs, which should be renamed “Ferguson” or “Ferguson Valley”. The name Ferguson derives from the Ferguson River, named after a Scottish doctor who arrived in WA in 1844 and became colonial surgeon in 1847, with his residence in Perth, opposite Government House. Losses to the seat would occur, with Yourdamung Lake going to Central Wheatbelt, Eaton and Millbridge going to Bunbury, and Kirup, Brookhampton, Wilga, West Brazen and Newlands going to Warren-Blackwood. The Labor submission proposes moving as much of the locality of Australind, currently split between Murray-Wellington and Collie-Preston, to Collie-Preston, arguing electors use the same shopping, employment and economic links, as well as shared recreational amenities. To offset the gain, it proposes the Donnybrook-Balingup Shire be united in the Warren-Blackwood district. The eastern border, which is made up of the boundary between the shires of Collie, Williams and West Arthur, would be maintained. To bring the numbers up in Roe, Labor proposes the shires of Plantagenet and Boyup Brook move from Warren-Blackwood. The Collie shire has asked for the name of the seat to remain unchanged, as the 32,331 enrolment is well within the tolerance for variance of 1 percent. It says Collie has a strong association with the South West region and the community of Collie-Preston. The economic, industrial, social relations and regional partnerships are centred in the south west, as are land management, conservation, fire and flood management. In a personal submission, Mr Miffling said he was calling on “community of interest” and how it affects the community of Collie particularly. He said Collie holds the electorate office for Collie-Preston and “Collie” has been incorporated in the district’s electorate name almost since the beginning of WA electorate districts. “'Community of interest' is featured in all aspects of daily life,” Mr Miffling wrote. “Bunbury in particular is our central point for medical and major hospital appointments, and when combined with all of our major retail and service industry, leisure and sporting requirements, it is easy to see where our real ‘community of interest’ lies.” Mr Miffling also raises the issue that Collie is currently an emerging locality due to the Just Transition process. “The future of Collie will no doubt depend highly upon its access to regional facilities (port, rail, etc) to the west and to the Perth metropolitan areas, and this in turn will require much consultation and deliberations with our local government communities in these areas,” he wrote.

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MOTHER’S DAYThis Sunday, May 14, 2023 MESSAGES FROM WILSON PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL

I love my Mum because she always helps me, especially with maths. ♥ Kellyanne Chalwell.

I love my Mum because she gives me cuddles before I go to bed. ♥ Layla James-Roderburg.

I love my Mum because she gave birth to me and she helps me. ♥ Noah Bolderson.

I love my Mum because she cares about me. ♥ Isabella Priest.

I love my Mum because she gets me stuff that I want. ♥ Kody Wallam.

I love my Mum because she cares about me and she tries her best to protect me and my brothers and sisters. ♥ Hunter Chappell.

I love my Mum because out of 8 billion people, she was the perfect mum for me. ♥ Joshua Mears. I love my Mum because when I wanted more brothers and sisters, she had more for me. ♥ Kaytlin Fuller.

My Mum is special because she had me. ♥ Alize Garlett. I love my Mum because she makes me hot chocolate when I’m not feeling well. ♥ Carly Curteis. I love my Mum because she says goodnight to me when it’s bedtime. ♥ Makayla Elsbury. My Mum is special because she makes the best mashed potato and gives me the best cuddles. ♥ Charlotte Cooper. I love my Mum because she loves me. ♥ Maverick Nix. I love Mum because she gives big cuddles. ♥ Tate Abbot.

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MOTHER’S DAYThis Sunday, May 14, 2023 MESSAGES FROM AMAROO PRIMARY SCHOOL

My Mum is special because she cooks me pancakes and she lets me play outside with my dogs. ♥ Aurora Gollan. I love my Mum because she is pretty and she smells nice. She gives me hugs and kisses. ♥ Lenny Pike. I love my Mum because she smells nice ♥ Oscar Ingham. Mummy builds me a tower and takes me to the park to ride scooters. ♥ Scarlett Windle. My Mum is special because she takes care of me. ♥ Elliot Berkeley-Nunn. I love my Mum because she buys me toys. ♥ Bodhi Iley.

My Mum is special because she shares her chocolate and she puts me to bed. ♥ Kade Simpson. Dear Mum, I love you to the moon and back, maybe more? You are the most beautiful woman in the world! Happy Mother’s Day. ♥ Liam Garbutt. I love my Mum because she does everything she can to help me when I get frustrated with my brothers. My Mum is special because she has blonde hair, is strong and pretty. ♥ Izak Low. I love my Mum because she helps me ♥ O’Shea Abraham.

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I love my Mum because she makes me breakfast and she is special because she plays with me. ♥ Amarni Coyle. I love my Mum because she offers help when I am struggling to do something. When I ask her to play, she normally says yes. She is kind and helpful. ♥ Nate Fielding. I love my Mum because she cuddles me and gives me kisses. It makes her special. ♥ Billie Malatesta. I love my Mum because she gives me some chocolate and she is special because she helps me do the printing. ♥ Lachlan Hey. I love my Mum because she makes me lunch and she is spectacular because she gives me chocolate. ♥ Tristan Crellin. I love my Mum because she helps me. ♥ James Stanley. I love my Nan because she cleans up all of the rooms. My Nan is special because we make her happy. ♥ Kingdom Poata. I love my Mum because she pays me money for a massage – five bucks! She gives me lots of love. My Mum is special in lots of ways! ♥ Zaiv Burek.

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Collie men in the Middle East SALUTING THEIR SERVICE Contributor: GRAHAME OLD AT the outbreak of WW II, Australia had a small full-time army and a larger parttime militia (Citizens Military Force). The militia, by law, could not be sent overseas, except to Australian territories such as New Guinea. As in WW I, the British high command needed troops from the dominions, so the 2nd Australian Imperial Force (AIF) was raised. As their fathers had done before them in WW I, men rushed to enlist and soldiers in the militia resigned in droves to reenlist into the AIF. Only 20 years after that terrible WW I conflict, Australia was rushing headlong into another war. They headed to the Middle East to fight on the same ground. They were thrown into battles that they could not win, and many now lie in graves in Egypt, Libya, Greece and Crete. British High Command understood the importance of the Suez Canal, the Mediterranean Sea and the oil-rich Middle East to the war effort. The British allied army included the 6th, 7th and 9th Australian divisions, along with forces from New Zealand, South Africa and India. A series of battles turned to victories against Italian forces, before the German Africa Corps, under Field Marshal Rommel, entered the theatre. The Allies were now fighting against a far superior army. By June, 1942, the British forces were struggling against the German army. The deep water port of Tobruk was vital to the allies, as it provided the avenue for re-supply.

The garrison, consisting mainly of Australian infantry, held the port for eight months and was not defeated. The “Rats of Tobruk”, as they became known, were written into history. However, high command decisions from England were soon to alter the course of the war. British High Command came to the aid of Greece when it became obvious that they were to be invaded by combined German and Italian forces. Australian commanders on the ground in Libya argued that splitting their forces could only end in defeat, however they were overruled, and in early 1941 the Australian 6th Division was withdrawn from Libya and sent to Greece. Like Gallipoli, a disaster awaited the Australian and New Zealand forces (redesignated the ANZAC Corps for this battle). WA’s own 2/11th Battalion was decimated on Greece. The allies were overrun by a superior German force. Elements of the force re-grouped on Crete and again fought heroically, but understrength they again suffered defeat. A total of 594 Australians were killed in action in the Greece/Crete campaign, with a further 5132 taken prisoners of war. Australian Lieutenant General John Coates summed up the Greece/Crete campaign when he wrote: “Yet, as in almost every allied campaign in the early part of the war, the worst mistakes of the politicians and strategists were moderated by the bravery, fighting qualities and sheer dogged determination of the troops. Greece was no exception." By June 1942, the allies were on the verge of defeat in the Middle East. A stand against the enemy was made at El Alamein (Egypt) in an attempt to delay the fall of Alexandria. Australian battalions suffered extreme casualty rates. By the end of July, both armies had fought themselves to a standstill. On July 27, WA’s own 2/28th Battalion was virtually wiped out when it became surrounded by German tanks. This first battle of El Alamein resulted in the first great Allied victory of WW II, and the German forces were forced to withdraw. Rommel attempted to again break the allies in October, but again failed, signalling the beginning of the

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BACK ROW: Frank Green, Jimmy Miller, Frank Simpson, Taffy Arnold, Cyril Stocks, Gus Fetzer, Stan Ballinghall, Newt Moore. FRONT ROW: Jack Flynn, Eddie Reibling,Jock Henderson, Jackie Owens, Stan Earl. end for the German army in the Middle East and North Africa. El Alamein was a British victory and Winston Churchill famously stated: “Before Alamein we never had a victory. After Alamein we never had a defeat." Initially the majority of the 2nd AIF were deployed to the Middle East theatre as part of the Allied army fighting German, Italian and Vichy French forces. Australian forces saw heavy action at Tobruk (Libya), El Alamein (Egypt), Greece and Crete. A number of Collie men served in the Middle East, including 13 shown in the attached photo, (likely taken at a training camp in 1941). WX9535 Pvt. Frank GREEN (POW) Frank Green, age 20, Raymond St, Collie, enlisted 1940. He was taken POW during the first battle of El Alamein along with many other 2/28th Bn soldiers. Frank spent 31 months as a POW in camps in Italy and Germany. WX9566 Pvt. James Robert MILLER Jimmy Miller, age 24, Johnston St Collie, enlisted 1940. He was badly wounded in action at El Alamein. He returned to Australia in February 1943 before embarking for New Guinea in August with the 2/28th Bn. WX7293 Signalman Frank Harvey SIMPSON Frank Simpson, age 21, Roberts St, Collie, enlisted 1940. He served with 2/28th Bn in the Middle East before transfer to 9th Div signals. He returned to Australia in February 1943 before moving to New Guinea in August. Hospitalised with malaria in November, 1943 he returned to Australia in January 1944. In May 1945, Frank Simpson embarked for British Borneo, one of the few servicemen who served in all three theatres of war. WX7859 Pvt Trevor (Taffy) ARNOLD Trevor (Taffy) Arnold, age 33, Moira Rd, Collie, enlisted in 1940. He served with the 2/28th Bn in the Middle East and returned to Australia in January 1943 before moving to New Guinea with the 9th Div Carrier Coy in August. Hospitalised with dengue fever in November 1943, he returned to Australia in 1944. WX9530 Lance Sergeant Cyril Thomas STOCK Cyril Stock, age 25, Wallsend St, Collie, enlisted in 1940. He was badly wounded in action at El Alamein. He returned to Australia in February 1943, before embarking for New Guinea in August with the 2/43rd Bn. Hospitalised with malaria in October 1943, he returned to Australia in January 1944. WX13447 Pvt. Leonard (Gus) FETZER Leonard Fetzer, age 32, River Ave, Collie, enlisted in 1940. Serving with the 2/43rd Bn in the Middle East, he was

hospitalised sick in March 1942. He was returned to Australia in April 1942 and discharged medically unfit in April 1943. Gus Fetzer died of his illness in July 1944, and he is buried in Collie. WX7899 Pvt. Stanley Houghton BALLINGALL (POW) Stanley Ballingall, age 22, enlisted in 1940. Wounded, he was taken POW during the first battle of El Alamein. Stanley spent a total of 33 months as a POW in various camps in Italy and Germany. WX7860 Pvt. Newton MOORE (POW) Newton Moore, age 24, Steere St, Collie enlisted in 1940. He was taken POW during the first battle of El Alamein. Newton spent a total of 26 months as a POW in various camps in Italy and Germany. WX7290 Pvt. John FLYNN (POW) John Flynn, age 28, Worsley, enlisted in 1940. He was taken POW during the first battle of El Alamein. John spent a total of 33 months as a POW in various camps in Italy and Germany. WX6481 Corporal Edwyn Charles RIEBELING (POW) Edwyn Riebeling, age 23, Hughes St, Collie, enlisted in 1940. He was wounded in action in August, 1941, and taken POW during the first battle of El Alamein. Edwyn spent a total of 33 months as a POW in camps in Italy and Germany. WX7919 Pvt. John (Jock) HENDERSON John Henderson, age 34, Ewington enlisted in 1940. He served with the 2/16th Bn in the Middle East. He was hospitalised in Palestine in 1941 and returned to Australia in March 1942. In March 1945 he rejoined the 2/16th Bn in New Guinea, before returning to Australia in September 1945. WX991 Pvt. Jack OWENS (POW) Jack Owens, age 21, from Bunbury, enlisted in 1939. He was serving with HQ Coy AASC in Greece when he was taken POW in June, 1941. Jack spent 48 months as a POW in camps in Germany. WX14107 Pvt. Stanley EARL Stanley Earl, age 24, of Collie, enlisted in June 1941 (service record unavailable). He is shown in the group photo of Collie men in the Middle East. He was discharged in April 1943. Five hundred and fifty six Collie men enlisted for service during WW II. Of these, 45 were killed on active service. Three were killed in action in the Middle East, one died of sickness whilst being held as a POW and one died of sickness in Australia (Fetzer). Remembered Forever at the Collie-Cardiff RSL Sub Branch

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Les and Carole Napier toasted the King.

Seniors toast the King COLLIE seniors celebrated the coronation of King Charles III with a lunch of bangers and mash, followed by jam roly poly pudding last Friday. The dining room at the Margaretta Wilson Centre was festooned with balloons, flags, and Union Jack-themed place mats, as well as a coronation chair with royal purple adornments. Barbara Brown showed the photograph of her ceremony for her gold Duke of Edinburgh award, then outlined the ceremonial aspect of the coronation, with a yellow plastic orb, plastic sword and sceptre, and a tissue box taking the place of the Stone of Scone. All stood as the proxy King entered, was seated in the coronation chair, and crowned. The diners then toasted the King’s health and tucked into the tasty meal.

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Charlotte and Rochelle Price stirring the gravy.

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WILSON Park Primary School students got down on the dance ﬂoor last Friday night in the school's undercover area. The music was loud, the chips were hot, and there was a steady stream of customers for the glow necklaces. Teachers donned tutus and showed off their dance moves, and everyone got involved in the chicken dance. SPARKLE: Layla James Rodenburd shone on the danceﬂoor.

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ALL SAINTS’ ANGLICAN CHURCH: 46 Venn Street. Church Services: Every Sunday at 9am. Morning tea after the service. Holy Communion - Second Sunday only Morning prayer: all other Sundays. Contact Warden Marie Woodward, 0478 640 379 Office: by appointment Website: www.allsaintschurchcollie.org BAPTIST CHURCH: Cnr Prinsep and Elouera Streets, North Collie. Church Enquiries: snr Elder Bob Greig 0418 903 693 Elder Stephen Sopolinski 0457 896 365 Sunday Service : 9.30am Visitors Welcome. Kid's church: during Service. Morning tea after service. Ladies Bible Study Group: Tuesday 9.30am at the Church. CHURCH OF CHRIST: 165 Prinsep St. Pastor: Shayne Goldfinch 0422 515 257. Elder: Evan Mandry 0407 445 788. Secretary: Glynis 0403 159 668. 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. COALFIELDS BAPTIST CHURCH: 41 Venn Street, Independent Baptist Church, Simple Bible Preaching, Psalms, Classic Hymns and Spiritual Songs, KJV, Friendly Congregation. Main Service Sun 10am Bible Study Sun 4pm. All Welcome! Tea and Coffee Refreshments after Services. Enquiries: Pastor Josh Denford 0403 300 802 coalfieldsbaptist@gmail.com facebook.com/cbccollie 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.

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20 years ago

Workers walked out About 150 workers quit their jobs at Muja Power Station in May, 2003, over a dispute with the contract company, United KG. The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union said the workers quit in support of a few of their members who had not been given positions when United KG took over the contract to supply workers. Unemployment rate jumped The Collie unemployment rate jumped to 10.8 percent in December 2002. Australian Bureau of Statistics figures showed the unemployment rate was up from 7.4 per cent in December 2021. Then-Collie MLA Mick Murray said the rate was affected by an increase in people coming to live in Collie because of

Contributed by Kym Saunders cheap housing. It caused a spike in the rate, as people settled in and found jobs. Confidence in refinery waned Community attitudes to one of Collie's largest employers was deteriorating in 2003, according a survey conducted by Worsley Alumina. One hundred local residents and 100 businesses, selected at random, were surveyed, and the results showed a drop in community confidence on lifestyle, contributions to the economy and environmental responsibility. Dancers came home smiling Seven Collie dancers came home smiling from exams in Busselton. The dancers, from Lyn Hansen's School of Dancing, were graded at Jazz Attack Dance Studio. They received awards ranging from commended to honours.

Budget disappointment Then-MLA Mick Murray said, in May 2003, that he was disappointed many items on his wishlist for the Collie electorate were not funded in the State Government budget. However, he did say that it was a fair budget for all West Australians, denying opposition claims that the budget was city-centric. Sport Narrow win for Mustangs In a fast and open game of hockey, the Mustangs and Centaurs traded goals for the first half, with the winning goal scored by Daniel Cherry in the second half to claim victory for the Mustangs 3-2.

ST BRIGID’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Cnr Prinsep and Medic Streets. Parish Priest: Fr. Gerald Tan Office: 9793 2011. email:stbrigidscollie@ optusnet.com.au Weekend Masses: St. Brigid’s: 6.00pm Saturday, 10.00am Sunday. St. Mary’s, Darkan: 8.00am, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month. Baptisms and weddings by request. Vinnie’s shop: 9734 5664. Shopping hours: 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. 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. 88.0 faithFM 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: 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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All eyes McGuckin takes on The Jury Former local on plant a finalist in THE Collie Resource Recovery Centre has attracted plenty of national attention since construction was completed last month. Having reached this milestone, the hard work is now underway to get the facility up and running. As it builds towards first operations, Renergi's chief executive officer and director, Dr Chun-Zhu Li, said interest in the project has intensified. Dr Li said no comparable projects are being built in Australia, with the centre’s pyrolysis plant, constructed using Renergi’s patented design, being the first of its kind. “The project has been attracting the attention of many,” he said. “People are interested in the technology.” Shire president Sarah Stanley also pointed to the innovative nature of the technology. “Waste is an increasing worry for many communities, with escalating costs to process, tips running out of space and tightened regulations to build new landfill sites,” Cr Stanley said. “It’s fair to say this project is being watched closely, not only by our neighbours, but by communities across Australia.” The plant’s pyrolysis process creates the thermal decomposition of wastes, such as municipal and agricultural solid wastes. This will see it convert solid rubbish and biomass wastes into bio-oil, biochar and wood vinegar. Dr Li said the products will initially be sold within Western Australia. He said the plant is on track for commissioning in the next few months as the final technical details are worked through. Once online, it will be operating at full capacity. “The plant in Collie is at the design scale,” he said. “We don’t plan to scale up the plant any more. “Once it’s commissioned, it will be in commercial operation.” However, Dr Li said Renergi will be looking to deploy the technology elsewhere in Western Australia.

Mears spring to get upgrade

FACILITIES at the Jack Mears Spring reserve are set to get an upgrade, with the Shire of Collie confirming a new elevated footbridge and viewing platform will be constructed. It is intended that a new footbridge link will remove foot traffic in sensitive areas and deliver improved access, with a steep gravel path currently being used to access the reserve from the existing footpath. The project, jointly funded by the council and the Federal Government, will see the replacement of the old timber bridge located over the spring, with the new walkway and viewing platform replacing the aged gazebo and timber walkway. The footbridge and viewing platform will also integrate the disc golf park with the same stretch of river foreshore. The shire has contracted Enviro Infrastructure to design and construct the new facilities, with works commencing this week.

art award

FORMER local artist Elisha McGuckin has been named as a The Jury Art Prize 2023 finalist, with the award showcasing Western Australian regional art. Ms McGuckin’s artwork, "The Metro Hotel On The Highway To Hell", will compete for the $10,000 first prize in the people’s choice section. Ms McGuckin said being named as a finalist is “delightful”. “Anytime I am selected as a finalist in an art prize, to be recognised in your field, is an absolute honour,” she said. “I don't expect to win, nor be awarded for the other categories. It's an incredibly talented pool of artists.” Ms McGuckin’s artwork is acrylic on stretched canvas and follows her art style of traditional pop art influence. “I paint with my eyes - there is no gridding, not even a drawing to work with, and I generally paint my pop art still-life paintings with the subject sitting in front of me,” she said. Ms McGuckin said she considers painting a necessity. “Artists need to make art, it's a way of communicating and processing,” she said. Ms McGuckin has also been a major supporter of the Collie Art Prize, having entered her work into each contest. “It is my way of supporting the community I grew up in,” she said. “I was fortunate enough to be selected as a finalist in 2020, just before Covid-19 shut down the gallery.” While she waits for The Jury Art Prize winners announcement in July,

DELIGHTED: Elisha McGuckin says being nominated for her piece "The Metro Hotel On The Highway To Hell" (right) is an "absolute honour." Ms McGuckin said she has plenty of work to keep her busy. “I have commissioned paintings on the go and am always busy painting,” she said. “I have also been handwriting invitations to my upcoming solo exhibition that kicks off in June, and that has been around 10 months of work.”

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Character home has modern kitchen HHHH with Matthew Blackford THIS stunning three-bedroom, one-bathroom character home offers all the charm and character of a classic home, but with a modern twist. Its high ceilings and exposed jarrah floorboards in all the main living areas provide a warm, inviting atmosphere.

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BEREAVEMENT ROSEL (Noel): Robyn, Kerry and Brad would like to thank the lovely staff who have taken care of our dad over the last four and a half years at ValleyView. To the staff that went above and beyond during the difficult COVID times, you make it as good as it could be. Heartfelt thanks to everybody who expressed love, sympathy and support to us and our families.

DEATHS READ (Gloria (nee Whiteaker)): Loved sister, sister-in-law and aunty to Bruce, Chrystine, Tanya, Les, Heath, Kirsty and families. Passed away so suddenly. Our thoughts are with Ron and families. READ (Gloria): So sorry for the loss of Gloria. We will always remember her. Sympathy to Bruce and his brothers. Val Pianta and family. READ (Gloria): Deepest sympathy to Ron and family. Loved sister of Robin, sister-inlaw to Shirley and family. Fond memories. RIP. RONEY (Myrtle Valerie): Dearest sister of Bob, sister-in-law on Lynnore, dear aunty of Wayne, Larry, Donna and Robert and families. RIP. RONEY (Myrtle Valerie): Dearest sister of Trevor, sister-in-law of Val, dear aunty of Craig, Mark and families. RIP. ROSEL (Noel): Deepest sympathy to Robyn, Kerry, Brad and families. It was a privilege to call Noel my friend for over ninety years. I will miss our weekly catch ups at ValleyView. John and Val Griffiths and family.

FOR SALE A1 FIREWOOD: Any size loads. Pensioner discounts. 0404 186 871. FRESH, FREE RANGE EGGS: at The Mumby Shop, $6.50 per doz.

IN MEMORIAM KENT (Patrick Francis): May 15, 1996. In our hearts forever. Always loved. Happy 27th birthday sweetheart. Love Mum and Dad.

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Inspector of Mines - Process, Electrical, Mechanical, and Mining Technician DMIRS is seeking Inspector of Mines - Process, Electrical, Mechanical, and Mining Technician on a permanent appointment working out of our office in East Perth or Regional offices in Kalgoorlie and Collie. We are currently seeking suitably qualified people with a background in any of the following disciplines: processing, electrical, mechanical, or mining for the below position:

Inspector of Mines - Process, Electrical, Mechanical, and Mining Technician This position attracts salary of Level 6 $107,096 - $118,028 pa (PSCSAA 2022) For further details, please visit www.jobs.wa.gov.au or contact Christina Folley, Director Mines Safety on (08) 9358 8178. APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00 pm on Thursday, 18 May 2023 (WST) DMIRS_15107

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BOOKS: John's book exchange will be at AG society building, 9am to noon every Monday. Great selection of books. Phone 0428 341 470. ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ FLOWERS: Sharon and Greg Varis will be selling their Mothers Day Chrysanthemums at the Collie Goods Shed markets on Sunday May 14. Phone 9736 3040. GOPHER: Gopher shop rider, excellent condition. Weather canopy, rear, front shopping baskets. Excellent battery charge. Free helmet. $1600ono. Phone 0427 343 924. IPAD: iPad 6, some light scuff marks but no cracks. Works fine. $150ono, phone 0451 949 090. LIME and FERTILISER: Bulk ag lime and fertiliser delivered bulk to Collie and surrounds, call Mumballup Organics. 0417 322 007.

MILLIGAN (Sadie): 14.05.17. Can't believe six years have slipped by. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Love and miss you everyday Mum xxx. ♥ Charlene, Steve and families. WALTON (Ettie and Stan): Remembering Mum/Nanna (09.05.2012) and Dad/Pop (12.04.2018) and so happy to now sit with you and Ross on every special occasion. Always loved, always missed. Rob, Sue and family.

PUBLIC NOTICES BOWLING CLUB AGM: Change of date, AGM will now be held Saturday May 20, 2023. 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.

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MILLIGAN (Sadie): Mother's Day six years ago you left us to be with Dad. Missed and loved every day. Shirleyann, Greg and family.

IN MEMORIAM NORMA O’BRIEN One year may seem short but to us it has felt like an eternity. We miss your smile, your hugs, your singing down the passage to open the door, your excitement over cappuccino and cake, your eyes lighting up being around your family but most of all we MISS “Jack with Norma” you would be so proud of him Happy Heavenly Mother’s Day to our Queen and listen out from heaven for the great-grandies on your birthday... they will make sure not to miss out a single clap as we celebrate you. We miss you, we love you, and will keep looking out for Willy Wagtails xxx

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Eagles challenge the Hawks Continued from back page. The Eagles had issues propelling the ball through the midfield as the Hawks pounced on errant disposals, pressurising the Eagles into turnovers around the centre of the ground. Jayce Fontana played his best game of the year as he relished the move to centre half forward and capitalised on the limited opportunities presented. Adam Bignell epitomised the Eagles mindset with his grit and determination from the first bounce, often drifting deep into defence to assist. He worked hard to create an avenue into attack and never hesitated to seize an opportunity to use his penetrating kick to get the football deeper into the forward line. At the end of the first quarter the Hawks were looking threatening, leading 3.6 (24) to 1.1 (7). An early second quarter goal to Sam Salmeri lifted the Eagles. Salmeri and Fontana were connecting well in the forward line, providing targets and marking potential that kept the Hawks defenders under pressure. Jesse Ramshaw worked exceptionally hard all over the ground. His courage was evident when he was severely crunched in a collision and had to be assisted from the ground but later returned to battle to assist his Eagles team mates. The Eagles displayed some fabulous passages of play leading into half-time that were impressive, but time and again a link in the chain of possessions would be marginally inaccurate, thus preventing them from capitalising on the scoreboard. A controversial decision late in the quarter gave the Hawks full points despite Jack Mounsey believing he had saved the attempt. The ensuing call by the central umpire was not well received from the home supporters. Both Trent Tanner, and Mounsey had played fabulous defensive games, and this pushed the Collie Eagles backline to breaking point. Resolute defender Luke Abbott was ejected from the ground with a yellow card for dissent after an incident and the crowd became incensed as the intensity lifted and the spirited Eagles trailed 2.2 (14) to 6.8 (44) at the half time. The Hawks tried to dash the Eagles hopes with an early goal after the break. However, the Eagles refused to surrender. Hayden Mears and Robby Chitty were lively, using their pace and skill on multiple occasions. Jacob Pilatti and Jayden Bertolini-Wolfe were ferocious young competitors and attacked the ball at every opportunity, while Zac Pilatti worked his way into the game with hard running and a pivotal intercept mark that helped the Eagles swing some momentum back their way. Teale DeAngelis was again outstanding with his work ethic in the ruck and ability to provide a contest all over the ground. Kye Barker began to have an impact with his trademark run and carry. As three-quarter time loomed the Eagles looked depleted with a number of players battle weary and injured and the Hawks began to outnumber them at most contests. However, surrender was not in coach Kade East’s instruction match day manual.

In the final quarter the Eagles continued to apply pressure and smothered the Hawks ball carriers as they tried to find space and avenues to goal. Talon Michael exemplified this effort and showed his younger teammates how to tackle, chase, smother and persist to force opposition turnovers. The quality of Keiran Escott and Odin Hetherington-Kirk, was evident playing their second games of the day. They were courageous as they hunted the ball and contested ferociously. A late goal to Hetherington-Kirk was his first league goal and the spirited Eagles came from all over the ground to celebrate the feat. The Eagles managed to outscore the Hawks in the final quarter which was testament to their spirit and this would have pleased coach East who needs to draw on positives such as this to build character in the young cohort. Overall, the Hawks had too much depth and talent and won convincingly 11.11 (77) to 6.8 (48) in an entertaining game. Best players for Collie were Adam Bignell, Jayce Fontana, Talan Michael, Caleb Baines, Teale De Angelis, Hayden Mears. In other games, the Eagles reserves were beaten 16.18 (114) to 3.4 (22), while the colts team failed to score a major when going down 9.8 (62) to 0.7 (7). All four Eagles teams have a bye this weekend.

DOUBLE ALEX: Collie Eagles ruckman Alex Tweedie and Alex Davidson do battle in the reserves clash.

DISPUTED POSSESSION: Collie Eagles players Zak Reuben and Aref Babaie move in to prevent their Hawks opponent from taking possession of the ball in the colts match.

Eagles 18s in convincing win NETBALL

THE Collie Eagles MLC netball girls only had one fixture last weekend due to Augusta-Margaret River only having an under 18s team. Both teams took a little while to settle in the first quarter, making a num-

ber of errors. The Eagles took a slight lead, 11-9, at the quarter-time break. During the next three quarters, there was some solid shooting accuracy from all three shooters and strong defensive pressure from all players, especially Greta Hall who dominated with many timely intercepts.

MVP went to Lani Cahill who put in a solid game in wing attack showing her skills through the midcourt. The Eagles went on to win convincingly with the final score being 53-30. The four Collie Eagle Netball teams play this Saturday in Donnybrook from 12.15pm.

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Greg Bell bounces back after 'lean spell' Massara made the top three in their team. Novelties went to Annette Atherton, Heather Dabrowski, Rhonda Annandale and Bev Moyses.

Winner's one-point margin GOLF GREG Bell returned to the winner’s circle, following a self-described “lean run of form”, with a meritorious win in the Eric and Rhonda Annandale-sponsored stableford at the Collie Golf Club last Saturday. Bell finished at the top of a good field of 52 men, returning 37 points to record a narrow victory. Max Thomas maintained his consistent form, racking up 36 points to take the runner-up trophy, finishing ahead of Dean Rakich, who took third place on countback from a number of players with 35 points. Corey Gulvin, Phil Warburton, Chris Mead and Regan Old all matched the captain. On a moderate scoring day, Kevin Ireland, Neil Motion, Joe Italiano and Cody Irvine shared the next positions on 34 points. Eight ladies tackled the event, with Donna Smith finishing on 34 points. Bev Moyses and Lesley Motion rounded out the top three, with 33 and 32 points, respectively. Visitor Di Preston got a mention for her 34 points, as did Peta Ellery on 30. The regular novelties were on offer, shared by Regan Old, Blair Malatesta, Colin Giblett, Graham Williams, Donna Smith, Dean Rakich, Luke Serra and Stephen Miller. LEISURE day saw 56 players take to the course for the GOSH carton, with the field swelled by a group of Bunbury golfers playing in the annual challenge match. The bonus prize was won narrowly by Trevor McCormick on a commendable score of 37 points. John Williamson returned a handicap-matching card to take second place on countback from Jason Mumme on 36 points.

Darren O’Brien, Joe Italiano, and visitors Doug Brankin, Barry McGill and Ian Milne continued the trend of consistent scoring to be next on 35 points each. David Laird, Ross Davidson and John Cormack with 34 points, along with Kevin Ireland, Mun Lye and Phil Warburton with 33 points, rounded out the vouchers. The Ross Davidson-led Collie team retained the championship trophy, narrowly winning by less than a point on average scores. Bunbury skipper Peter Slater will be looking for inspired selections next year to try and claim their first title. Novelties went to George Tutavaha, Cam Davidson, Trevor McCormick, Greg Murray and Dean Rakich. SCROUNGERS day had 40 players participating, with great scoring being the order of the day. John Wray and Greg Bell were on top of the pile with 20 points each, with Wray winning the spin. John Jackson, Ed Riley, Ian Stewart and Danny Cheng, who eagled the shortened ninth hole on his way to a par-matching 36 gross, returned 19 points each. Geoff Groenenberg, Peter Ellery, Terry Ellery, Paul Goodwin, Brett Smith and Tony Barker-May had handicap-matching scores of 18 points apiece to be rewarded with vouchers. Peter Coombs, John Wray, Ian Shannon and Ray McGill took out the novelties on offer. A FIELD of 27 ladies played in the Captain v Vice Captain team challenge last Wednesday. The vice captain’s Wrens team was successful, with Val Riley returning the best individual score on the day, a healthy 42 points. Peta Ellery with 37 points, along with Beth Chappell and Bev Moyses on 36, were next best. Lesley Motion and Lee

SCROUNGERS is on today. Saturday will be a stroke event for the Rod Miller Memorial perpetual trophies, with leisure day on Tuesday and the ladies’ competition day on Wednesday.

Ladies' 2023 winter season is underway BOWLS

THE ladies kicked off their winter bowls season last Tuesday with a game of scroungers on the new green. Joint winners were Eileen Hindle and Cheryle Brown, both on 20 points, with Glenice Kaurin third on 18 points. Cards were also played, with bowls and cards to be played each Tuesday and Thursday throughout the winter season, commencing at 10am. THERE was another great turnout for the meat pack on May 3. Two games were played, with a change of partners for the second game, and all scores were carried forward. There were six winners of both games, with Rose Colgan winning with 4 plus 17. Coming second was Rod Garner with 4 plus 13, and Max Cubic came third with 4 plus 11, beating Iris Elwin Jones on a spin of the wheel. May 4 and 5 saw the Collie Bowling Club hold this year’s past presidents two-day carnival.

The players came from all over the state, with two games of 18 ends played each day. The day one winners were a team of Bill Barrett, Jenny Hoskins, Nick Hoskins and Geoff Hoskins, with the day two winners a team of Bill Corry, Penny Valli, Tom Stubbs and Eric Williams. The overall winner for the two days was the team of Vicki Daniel, Lyn Mitchell, Jim McElroy and Tom Edwards. We would like to thank Gordon Clifford, Sprys Meat and Carole Marshall for their donations. COLLIE players Tom Edwards, Jamie Parker and Kevan McKenzie represented Collie in a two-day event on May 2 and 3 at Warnbro. They played sectional play with one win and one loss each, which was not enough to get them into the next round. There was no scroungers on May 7 due to the inclement weather. Members, please remember the annual general meeting will be held on May 20.

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Eagles challenge Hawks ALL THE GOOD SPORTS ARE IN THE BULLETIN

Collie battle it out against more fancied opponents FOOTBALL: Lady Whistledown

PRESSURE: Collie Eagles players Jesse Ramshaw and Jak Mounsey apply the pressure on their Hawks opponents during last Sunday's league football clash. Photo: FAYE GOLDING.

A GALLANT Collie Eagles outfit held their heads high as they refused to bow to the highly skilled Augusta-Margaret River in the league football clash at the Collie Recreation Ground last Sunday. The first quarter set the tone with the Eagles backline repelling repeated Hawks entries into their forward line before they eventually broke through and scored. The home team welcomed a new dashing defender Kaleb Baines, from South Fremantle. Baines athleticism was evident early as he courageously attacked the ball and attempted to turn defence into attack. Continued page 22.