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Editorial all round and a short tour of the headquarters with Shire President John Daw, Deputy President Lynn Fisher and Councillor (and Federal Labor candidate) James Martin. The Premier (who admitted he was hanging out for a cuppa) went on to enjoy morning tea in the pavilion and the second half of the meet-the-volunteers tour. This involved a briefing on the Darlington Community Pavilion, the half-pipe extension to the skatepark and the Masterplan for the area, and meeting folk from Mundaring Rotary and Mundaring Tennis Club who have benefitted from government grants. The Premier observed that his government liked partnering with hard-working community volunteers to build worthwhile facilities. “That rich vein of volunteering means the government can partner with community groups and, with relatively affordable grants, we can do much together – as we’ve seen from this pavilion that’s also being supported by Mundaring Shire. And we like funding things like the extension to this skatepark because it gets kids out and off the screens so it’s a really good spend of government money.”

Above: Brigade Captain Ricky Harvey welcomes Premier Mark McGowan, Lynn Fisher, Matthew Hughes, John Daw and James Martin

The Premier comes to town It was one of those amazing days we’ve been blessed with this summer – sunshine and light breezes – when the Premier came to town and Mark McGowan was clearly impressed as he drove in, saw people enjoying morning coffees at our cafes, kids playing in the park, and Darlington enjoying a leisurely morning.

Of course, everyone wanted their moment with the premier, to say ‘thank you’ but also to drop a hint about future funding needs. Darlington Sport and Recreation Association’s Geoff Barker said as much in relation to the pavilion when he presented the Premier with a pavilion T-shirt, and Darlington Community Recreation Advisory Group’s Trish Cook was just waiting for her moment to tell him about the masterplan that could transform the barren area around the skatepark.

“It’s a terrific part of WA,” said the premier on arrival. “Possibly the second most beautiful part (after my Rockingham electorate) because you have all the benefits of living close to the city but there is this country feel, a lovely ambiance. And there are so many people dedicated to doing something for others, a great community spirit – and today is all about that good community work.”

You have to admire the chair of DCRAG, who has overseen important initiatives such as the master plan, the half pipe extension, the community garden etc. The Review captured a string of images as the premier savoured his Perrella’s muffin while Trish not only outlined the master plan, but wrapped up her presentation with a touch of humour, asking the premier to sign what she describes as the “best excuse note ever!”

At the Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade and the Community Pavilion, Mark McGowan was greeted by a welcoming crowd that included representatives of the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, Mundaring Shire and MLA Matthew Hughes who had invited him to meet the many local volunteers who make this place special.

Her prepared note, to be signed by the premier, asked Trish’s Uni supervisor to excuse her from PhD studies during the summer break, noting that her “slackness was due to volunteering, community-building and other non-specific local activities”. For a moment Mark McGowan looked dubious, then bemused, then he smiled broadly, took the proffered pen and even added a smiley face to his signature. It delighted onlookers and, all in all, was a master class in “how to ambush a pollie” that will no doubt will be remembered for its chutzpah!

The Premier thanked the volunteer and professional fire fighters for their efforts in battling that challenging New Year’s Day fire in Darlington and who “were out there facing danger and saving lives and property on a day when your families were hoping you could spend time with them – and while all the rest of us were lying around, drinking beer and eating crayfish…” (Yes, he said it, at the height of the crayfish debacle! We do like a pollie who doesn’t take himself too seriously, and there was more evidence of that later.) With all the firefighters looking trim in uniform, and the fire trucks looking as if they’d had a recent polish, there were introductions

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Above: Glen Whisson

Playing in the new year Darlington ushered in 2019 with a cracker of a concert on the evening following Australia Day. The Pavilion Gig featured musical legends (renowned slide guitarist Dave Hole), emerging talent, organiser Glen Whisson’s Blue Manna and others. It was a great night for those who were there, and one that a young lad in the audience – an aspiring musician who is a familiar face at junior footy and the skate track – won’t forget. More about Jack Dudek later. This event was, of course, a fundraiser for a very good cause – Stage 2 of the Darlington Community Pavilion – and Darlington’s Mr Music, Glen Whisson, would like to keep the event going. There was nothing but enthusiasm from the estimated 650 who gathered on the oval on that balmy night to listen to 24 local musicians giving their all in six separate acts. Dave Hole joined Blue Manna for the grand finale and Glen is grateful to him and all the performers who made it happen: Jarbug, Cosmic Overlords, Kazinko, cool & calm, Jaz Hawdon and Blue Manna (with special mention to ‘adopted local’ Graeme Heinrich, who flew in from Victoria to join the line-up of lead vocals). For many, the evening was nicely summed up by a Facebook post: “Dancing on the grass surrounded by the people of our village is so special. I feel complete.”

And it was a relevant post for those few words ‘surrounded by the people of our village’ because therein lay the challenge for organisers: how to publicise a concert like this, but keep it local. With a drawcard like Dave Hole (with fans across the world as well as Perth) they walked a tightrope, getting the message out through local posters, word of mouth and the December Review. Above all, they didn’t want to see the event overrun by outsiders. The Darlington Community Pavilion people are well aware that the oval is surrounded by people’s homes, and concern has already been expressed about possible noise from pavilion events. So there’s an unwritten rule for events like this: keep them occasional and local, minimise the potential for complaints, and wrap them up at a reasonable hour. Organisers knew that some would complain and as soon as the first notes sounded Glen was confronted by an irate local loudly complaining (in colourful language) about the noise, lack of prior information about the event etc. As was pointed out on the spot, this was a community event benefitting local groups and while input was welcome, the manner of this feedback was not. With young performers tuning up and a stressed Glen trying to get the show on the road, it was an unnerving start – but, as the organisers noted, such complaints provide useful information to be considered during the preparations for any future events. However, despite early problems with the sound system, nothing could dampen the enthusiasm of the performers and audience, and some were soon on their feet dancing to the beat. It was all wrapped up by 10pm, and what a good crowd it was. Someone deputised to do an oval clean-up, assisted by many generous volunteers, found that people left almost nothing. Five stars all round. Glen and DaSRA’s Geoff Barker were beaming by the end of the concert and would like to see an encore next year, and perhaps a once-a-year classical concert to get the musical mix right. Given those unwritten rules (that reassure those living nearby) such additions to our entertainment/social calendars seems like an enrichment, don’t you think? Let us know. The good news is that $4,000 was raised for Stage 2, and two lucky people (both visitors to Darlington) walked away with paintings by one of our most revered artists, the late Robert Juniper. The paintings, valued in total at $8,000, were donated by Trish Juniper of Juniper Galleries, a local business that has supported the pavilion project over two years. (See more about their 2019 program in this issue).

Above: Dave Hole joins Blue Manna’s Mick Glendinning (bass), Glen Whisson (guitar/vox), Warren Hall (drums), Graeme Heinrich Victoria (vox) and Bob Patient (keyboards) on stage at the Pavilion Gig 4

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And Jack has a busy life beyond music, playing hockey with Darlington Primary and footy with the Darlington Bushrangers – and, when he has any free time, he’ll be hanging out with mates at the skatepark or playing with the family dog. C & J Rockin hope to perform at the Darlington Arts Festival this year, so that could be your chance to see them in action.

Starting them young

Our local heroes

Concerts like the Pavilion Gig and the Darlington Arts Festival entertainment amply reflect the depths of musical talent in Darlington, and, as this little story indicates, our music-making starts early. After the Gig, eight-yearold guitarist Jack Dudek approached slide guitarist Dave Hole who has a global reputation and who has become a bit of a hero for the young musician. Jack and his brother Charlie are already carving a bit of a niche for themselves in the youth music scene, and Jack and his parents recently met Dave on the bridle path (as you do!) when they chatted about the musical brothers who perform as C & J Rockin. Now there’s talk of a possible jamming session and, after the concert, Dave presented the young rocker with a special guitar pick which, says mum Laurel, he treasures.

Above: Jacob Eves, Jana Mackowiak and David Lefroy and overleaf Jana in action at the Darlington Arts Festival We usually see them on the move, in yellow gear and helmets, scrambling into a fire truck that’s ready to head off, siren sounding the alert. Members of our Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade do, of course, have other less dramatic lives – and families that no doubt worry about them until they return – but what unites them is a desire to “do something for the community, to give something back”. They also have a camaraderie that’s obvious to anyone visiting the Darlington fire station.

Laurel says that from aged three, Jack has been watching/ copying his dad Rene (“who’s played in ‘cover’ bands for many years and will play any instrument given the chance”). He recently transferred to Gooseberry Hill Primary because of its music program, and he hopes to follow Charlie (who plays percussion) into John Curtin College of the Arts. Jack learns guitar with Chris Gibbs and the brothers are learning to harmonise their singing and write their own music with Sian at Ladybird Music in Kalamunda.

What also united the three volunteers we interviewed was something that surprised us – they all live outside Darlington but are ready to race to what is a very high-risk bushfire area to keep us safe. Jana Mackowiak and Jacob Eves live in Swan View, while David Lefroy is from neighbouring Boya. Jana (29) first joined the Kalamunda brigade in her final year of high school. “I always wanted to give back to the community and this seemed like a fun way of doing that,” says the volunteer who works with a traffic management company. Jana had to renew her training when she joined our brigade and is now further involved with the Mundaring Fire School in roles including secretary and records co-ordinator.

C & J busk around Perth and at music festivals and will be at the ‘Who Stopped the Rain’ fundraiser for Wheatbelt farmers in March (they opened the show last year). And they’re already using their talents for good causes, raising $500 from busking so they could present a load of brand new toys to the Smith Family Children’s Christmas Toy Appeal.

David Lefroy (31) moved to Boya in 2014 with his wife and young family, and seeing the devastation of the Yarloop fire spurred him to join up. “I’d been thinking about it for a while but the Yarloop fire did it for me; it was the biggest trigger. I decided that if there was a fire nearby I’d prefer to be part of it rather than a bystander,” he recalls. Like Jana, he has an understanding employer (in equipment manufacturing) who provides flexible work arrangements enabling him to respond to emergencies during work hours. He was able to nominate this company for the DFES Volunteer Employer Recognition Awards. There’s a clear family connection with the brigade for 21-yearold Jacob Eves: his father Daniel has been a member of the brigade for eight years, so Jacob has been interacting with Above: Charlie and Jack 5

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Calling young residents 12 – 16 Remember when a group of local skateboarders went to a Mundaring Council meeting last year to request an extension to the skatepark? (The half-pipe project is now ‘in the pipeline’ in the good hands of the Darlington Community Recreation Advisory Group.)

brigade folk and watching his dad being called out to fires. “I knew what to expect,” he says, “and I knew that Darlington was known as a very social brigade, where families are involved. I like that when you’re not out fighting fires you’re doing community engagement stuff at the art festival and other events – it’s very satisfying”. Unlike Jana and David, it is more difficult for Jack, a refrigeration apprentice, to drop everything to fight a fire, so he makes himself available at weekends. While training, participating in hazard reduction burns and mentoring by more experienced firefighters prepares these volunteers for action, Jana still remembers the adrenalin rush of being involved in her first ‘real fire’.

Let’s hope some of those motivated young residents put up their hands to be on the Mundaring Shire’s yet-to-be-formed Youth Advisory Group. The Shire is recruiting 15 young people (aged 12 – 16) for this Group and is inviting young residents who’d like to be among the 15 to attend the Lake Lesh Sesh on March 9 from 11am to 1pm.

“It was on the Zig Zag and initially I did feel a bit unprepared because it was late evening and the terrain was steep and hilly – but you quickly appreciate that you’re surrounded by people with many years of experience so you just get on with the job. I was reminded of that when fighting my first fire in Darlington because I felt 100 percent supported. You have this great sense of trust in those around you.

You may recall that battle lines were firmly drawn in Mundaring’s council last year when debates about the Shire’s delivery of youth services program happened — and it seemed appropriate that a motion from the Shire’s youngest and (at that time) newest councillor, West Ward’s Jason Russell (20), won the day, ushering in a brand new model that is very much embedded in community partnerships and engagement. This model is now being rolled out so young residents and those engaged in providing youth activities need to sit up and take notice.

“The great thing about volunteer brigades is that your colleagues come from all walks of life, from small business to geology. Every member brings his or her own set of skills and life experiences to the team. That’s a bonus. In one sense we’re like-minded about why we joined the brigade but in another we’re hugely diverse. I also like the fact that, during training, you learn more than How to Fight a Fire 101. You take machine supervision and pump operations courses, and you’re learning about leadership and how to be an effective communicator.” When a fire comes perilously close to homes – as did the recent Hudman Quarry fire – there is always a small spike in brigade memberships and our brigade netted a couple of new volunteers who will now undergo training at the Mundaring Fire School. If you’d like to know more about joining up, read the brigade’s notes that this month include some interesting material on social media sites and the whopping fines that accompany tossing that cigarette out of the car window. Captain Ricky Harvey says the brigade is always on the lookout for young members to assure the long-term viability of the brigade. “We currently have approximately 60 registered members. Of those, about 40 are listed as active firefighters. From them we have about 20 regular reliable responding members. About half our members live in Darlington and Boya. Beyond that about 20 members are slightly further out in Swan View, Greenmount, Bellevue, Koongamia and Helena Valley. The remainder live in Middle Swan, Stratton, Jane Brook and Midland, with some ‘out of area’ such as Lesmurdie, Bayswater, Mundaring and Parkwood.”

Above: Darlington skateboarders and below West Councillor Jason Russell with supporters during the West Ward elections

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From park to Perrellas

“Those who voted in favour of a new model believed the Shire should be empowering local communities — that communities should be able to decide what they want in terms of youth services,” says Jason, who juggles law studies with being on council. “I’ve always believed that local government’s traditional role lies in the community engagement space.

The Darlington Ratepayers and Residents Association (DRRA) launched its working year with a meeting that ranged across numerous topics, all of which will impact on our lives down the track – but the one that generated most discussion was creating a safe crossing from the playground to the cafe.

“We want young people to tell us what they need, what events they’d like to organise, and if the idea has community and Shire support, they’ll be able to apply for a grant from the Shire’s Youth Engagement Partnership Fund.”

This discussion began last year after a heart-stopping near miss that focussed minds, because kids tend to dash across the road and of course cars parked on either side block sightlines. So, the hunt is on for creative solutions, several of which were mentioned – like matching stone walls on the café side with an entry/exit point that lines up with a similar crossing point from the park.

Have a think about that: if a group such as the Friends of Darlington Skate Park wanted to stage a skateboard contest or a weekend graffiti art project and its funding application was successful, it could run the event with Shire support. “This is a good way of keeping the council informed on issues affecting young people and making sure that young people feel they’re being heard. And we can of course help them understand how best to achieve what they are asking for and to overcome any roadblocks,” says Jason.

The aim is to create a defined crossing that could be reinforced by changing the road surface or introducing a zebra crossing at that point. The existence of two speed humps, plus the use of stone walling to narrow the road and further slow the traffic, are among the suggestions being looked at.

“The main challenge will be making sure the group is truly representative of young people throughout the Shire so we achieve real diversity and there is a balance of different interests. The focus will be on recreational and skills development because we know that engagement with such programs supports mental health and helps create well rounded young people. Our January schools holiday program was a good example of this approach.”

Both President Allan McAulliffe and Vice-President Grant Butler put their hands up to explore ideas that will be put to the community for feedback. And, of course, input will be sought from the owners of Perrellas, the Shire of Mundaring etc. Most of the pavement area outside the cafe is owned by the Shire. Both Allan (email: cobra-mad@bigpond.com) and Grant (grant@brewhub.com.au) would appreciate feedback and ideas, especially if you have expertise in this area.

It certainly was, with a broad range of workshops offered, several of which were booked out, including song writing, cartoon illustration, skateboarding and a barista skills course.

There was also discussion about further reinforcing the entry to the village off Darlington Road, where the heritage trail crosses Owen Road. Locals who know their Darlington history (and have read the Darlington History Group’s books) will know this was once a railway crossing and there was talk in the past of emphasising that heritage link by exposing the railway lines (that run under the road) along with some non-operational boom gates. The thought is that the two could announce to motorists they’re entering the heart of the village, and should slow down and enjoy the history! Read DRRA notes for more on the meeting.

“This new approach also provides opportunities for community groups to engage with young people – in the past such groups didn’t have the support or resources to do so, and Mundaring is now saying: we will provide you with both, with guidance and funds,” says Jason. You can read more about this initiative on the Shire website, and if you have queries, give Penny McGrory (Community Engagement Facilitator – Youth) a ring on 9290 6790, 0436 419 623 or email: cefy@mundaring.wa.gov.au Penny will be working with the Youth Advisory Group, community groups and Shire officers to make the new initiative happen. She is also looking forward to meeting young people at the Lake Lesh Sesh on March 9th.

Programs such as song-writing and a barista course were booked out at the Shire’s January holiday program.

Darlington Review - March 2019 exhibitions for the coming months, and in April you can sample A Little Bit of Italy during a one-evening-only event featuring works by the late Italian painter Vincenzo Balsamo. Additional attractions will be wood carvings by the artist’s son Roberto and designs from the winter collection of Roberto’s wife Matilde. Add to this wine and food – and an atmospheric venue that can also be visited by individuals or groups by appointment – and you have a lot of jottings for your diary. Phone Trish on 0481062614 for more or visit the website www.junipergalleries.com

Be resolute! Become a runner! Above: Bec Juniper’s Canopy, and Katrina Virgona’s Bridle Tales

Mundaring Art Centre turns 40

We love to welcome new members of the Review, especially a group that could just help you maintain that New Year’s resolution: get off the coach, get out there, and fit!

It’s an important year for the Mundaring Arts Centre and one of the ways the gallery is marking the year is by holding an exhibition that is very much a celebration of our Shire. Place and Space is also the 2019 Shire of Mundaring Art Acquisition Exhibition, when several works from the 36 on display are purchased by the Shire for its collection. Several Darlington artists are exhibiting – Christopher Arnold, Carolyn Francis, Dimity Gregson, Ben Joel, Andre Lipscombe, Lesley Parker, Amelia Sonnekus and Alastair Taylor and Katrina Virgona – and among the works selected are Katrina’s and that of former resident (and daughter of Robert Juniper) Bec Juniper whose work reflects growing up “under the fabric of leaves”. Katrina is widely recognised for her exceptional felting, and her work Bridle Tales incorporates sheep, alpaca, horse, goat and human hair in totemic forms. You still have a chance to see these works as Place and Space runs until the end of March..

It’s estimated that a significant percentage of resolutions begin to lapse around the first week of February, so if you’ve made it this far – congratulations! If you’re struggling it could be that joining a group will keep you motivated. And in the nick of time, Pippa Windsor’s running group is taking off. As Pippa, who is a physio and running coach, writes in her first notes: “For the beginner/returning to running runner, interval training gets the body used to taking extra load (our muscles/ ligaments/tendons /bones/cartilage can all get stronger with running but it has to be done very gradually!) Also getting us used to the feel of getting breathless, again a healthy thing to do but needs to be paced!” When we took this photo of the group that was up and running last year, it was clearly proving attractive to motivated women. Now, with twice weekly sessions on the oval, it is appealing to men, women and kids. The not-for-profit group has taken a half-yearly Review membership (notes on alternating months) so read all about interval training in their first notes.

Juniper Galleries reopens Above: Mike Staniford is exhibiting ay Juniper Galleries in March Still in the arts sphere, Juniper Galleries — the home/studio/ gardens of the late Robert Juniper – reopens on March 2 with an exhibition of works, Boundless Horizons, by Sydney landscape artist Mike Staniford. Trish Juniper is planning a string of future

And staying with resolutions, if yours related to finally writing that elusive novel or screen play, have a read of KSP notes in this issue. The group is offering workshops in both historical fiction and screenplay writing with some impressive instructors at the helm: Ilka Tampke is the author of Skin, her first novel now selling in eight countries and nominated for several awards; and John Beaton is the former head of Drama and Development at ScreenWest. See their notes for details.

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AGMs and a little bit of music

Left: Greens candidates LeeAnne Miles and her husband Kim

It’s been the season for AGMs, with DaSRA’s covered by Chair Geoff Barker in his notes, and the Darlington Arts Festivals in their notes. We attended the DAF meeting and will cover some of what came out of it in future issues, but meanwhile be assured that our biggest, most popular annual event is in excellent hands, with the genial Gemma Durham remaining at the helm and just about all of the old crew back on deck and rearing to go. They’re an amazing group of super motivated people and Gemma has just the right touch to keep them in order! More on their plans later.

Meet the Greens candidate Candidates for the Federal seat of Hasluck (currently held by Ken Wyatt) are keen to meet the people of Darlington. Ken had a morning tea session some time ago, and Labor candidate James Martin held a get-together last month. And on Wednesday March 13th you’ll have a chance to meet Greens candidate Lee-Anne Miles at 10am at Perrella’s.

And next off the ramp is the Review’s AGM on March 11 at 6A Brook Road, Darlington. Please note the time is 7pm NOT 7.30pm as published in the Review last month. Also, please note that only financial members may vote at the meeting. If you are unable to attend, we would appreciate it if you can fill in the attached proxy form and return it to business@darlingtonreview. com.au We very much look forward to seeing you there and sharing a celebratory glass after.

Lee-Anne has lived in Gooseberry Hill with her husband Kim and children for 10 years and runs a home business.

It’s nice to wind up on a musical note and there’s a great concert coming our way that has its roots in Tassie’s ancient Tarkine rainforests where Claire Anne Taylor’s soulful folk songs, from ballads to anthems, were created. They’ve won her top spot in the Byron Bluefest Busking Competition and the singer will be performing at the Nannup Festival, but is also doing a solo show at Darlington Dental on Sunday, March 10th 6 – 8pm. There will be catering from the Little Nook Café and the event is being presented by Self Sewn Events, a group of friends living in Darlington and Glen Forrest who put together cool events. There’s an advert in this issue, and there’s limited seating so you need to get there early.

“I’m passionate about ensuring we all have what we need to live a good life,” she says. “ I understand our community’s deep frustration; successive Liberal and Labor governments have created an economy that only works for corporations, instead of doing what’s best for all of us. There are many in our community who are struggling to make ends meet. For many of us it’s getting harder and harder to make ends meet with rising power bills, housing prices and cost of living. The Greens will make corporations pay their fair share of tax so we can increase Newstart and will properly fund better public services like schools and public hospital. “As a mother, I know that many of our kids are struggling. The Greens will ensure our young people have what they need to succeed. We’ll prioritise public education and ensure access for everyone - from preschool through to TAFE and University. We’ll make it easier for young people to buy their first home and we’ll ensure there is space for activities locally, like having a skate park in Midland. “Our precious places are part of what makes Hasluck special and we must ensure they are protected for future generations to enjoy. As your local MP, I will keep the heritage of Guildford, prioritise our green spaces, and I am committed to a ban on fracking.” For further information about the event, contact Sonja Parker, 0439985406)

Sounds lovely as we head into the mellow months of autumn. Trea Wiltshire Editor

AGM 11th March 2019 7pm at 6A Brook Road Darlington 9

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Letters to the Review The president of the Lions Club and a representative of the Lions Club are the people who I have been in contact with and have learnt a lot about the Lions Club and what valuable work they do towards the community here and abroad. Due to them giving me the largest donation I would like to mention that they are always looking for members and if you have as little bit of time to be able to contribute on a larger scale please do not hesitate to contact Mary Ann Powell as she is very approachable. My trip is in late July to early August, upon my return I will write a brief article about my experiences.

Jimmy Alderson has left the oval.

My name is Alastair Scriven, as you may or may not know I have been saving up $7,000 to go to the world scout jamboree. After a year of saving and a lot of help from the community, I have finally been able to earn all of the money. I would like to give special thanks to the Midland Lions Club for two donations of a total of $680. I would also like to thank my regular clients, Lesley, David, Sheridan, Rachel and Ian who have not only given me continual support but have also given me a valuable work ethic.

Darlington was his patch and he was King. Thanks to all who phoned to advise us of his whereabouts...Jim was a poet, a rebel , a lover often alusive sometimes naughty.

Through the Youth Grant I was donated $200 from the Midland Council. Above is a picture of myself receiving $380 from the Midland Lions Club which came from the charity tin that is placed at their Christmas cake stall. So it is the donations from the public towards my trip therefore I would like to acknowledge the residents of Mundaring and outer suburbs.

We miss him Mark and Sandra

Community Notice Don’t Miss the Second Blue Sky Festival. Sunday 17th March 2019 The festival with a focus on sustainable living and the environment is on again on Sunday the 17th March from 10am to 4pm in the vicinity of Sculpture Park in Mundaring. Come and join in the informative and fun filled festival. There will be activities for kids, music and entertainment and an internationally “flavoured” food vans.

There will be workshops and activities that are likely to be of interest to you and your lifestyle here in the hills. They will include bee keeping, worm farms and building nesting boxes for cockatoos. There will also be presentations in Mundaring Hall on a wide range of topics such as the impact of climate change on health, re-cycling electronic waste, ethical shopping, fire mitigation strategies, the threat posed by European wasps, how to get involved in the Great Cocky Count. The festival is being auspiced by Mundaring in Transition and funded by Lotterywest, with support from the Shire of Mundaring and the Bendigo Bank in Mundaring. The organizing committee would also like to acknowledge new festival sponsors: Go2Cups, Tree Guild of WA, Terratree Pty Ltd, The Green Soil Co , Eastern Hills Branch of the Wildflower Society and Eastern Region Metropolitan Council. For additional information check out BlueSkyFestivalMundaring@BlueSkyFestivalMundaring

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Darlington Theatre Players at Marloo Theatre The year is well away now with Darlington Theatre Players proudly presenting our first season for 2019, a must see. Picnic at Hanging Rock directed by the very accomplished Rob Whitehead. On a Summer’s day in 1900, three Australian schoolgirls on a picnic expedition to the remote Hanging Rock abscond from their group. They are last seen heading towards the beckoning rock… 1st – 16th MARCH Tickets $18-$22 Book now online at www.trybooking.com/YZDU Enquiries 0490 098 552 PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL OUR EVENING SHOWS NOW START AT 7:30PM. (Start time for Sunday Matinees remains at 2:00pm.) January was a great month for the theatre. We had our own awards night which was reported last month, but we also had the Independent Theatre Association (ITA) Awards Night on the 19th of January where Darlington Theatre Players did very well. DTP won the best costume award with costumes by Marjorie DeCaux for The Lion In Winter. Marjorie DeCaux was inducted into the ITA Hall of Fame for her work in costumes. This is an outstanding tribute to our extremely talented Marjorie, who has won best costume awards so many times for plays at DTP that it seems the trophy is almost permanently located at our theatre. Well done Marjorie, a richly deserved honour. DTP was the only club to have all of its three plays listed in the top ten for the year. Three of our lead actors were nominated in the best ten for the year. Our play The Foreigner was also a finalist with the best ensemble. Don’t miss out on Picnic at Hanging Rock. Right: A glimpse of what is to come

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Mundaring and Hills Historical Society Inc Curator’s Guided Tour Mundaring District Museum

3pm 16 March 2019 Our first general meeting for 2019 features a tour of our ‘Made in Mundaring’ Exhibition at the Mundaring District Museum. Join our curator, Dr Helen Brash, as she highlights some of themes of the exhibition and shows you some of her favourite objects. One such object is a bottle from the Mundaring Aerated Water Factory. On first inspection, the bottle looks to be your stock, standard beer bottle. A closer look, however, reveals the embossed outline of Mundaring Weir, and the name of the business. Locally-based aerated water factories, making soft drinks such as Ginger Beer and Lemonade, thrived in Western Australia before the arrival in the 1960s of large international companies. Aerated water was made by adding syrup (cordial) to carbonated water, and there were hundreds of these manufacturers throughout the state. Mundaring’s Aerated Water Factory was established in 1934 on Jacoby Street by Harry Ramsay Gordon-Hart. Originally a poultry farmer in Zamia, Gordon-Hart established various businesses at the Jacoby Street location including a hairdresser and tobacconist followed by the cordial and aerated water

factory. Located close to Mundaring’s open air picture theatre, the business was a great success. As well as selling soft drinks over the counter, Gordon-Hart supplied local hotels with his product. He sold the business in the mid-1950s, and died in 1959 at the age of 84.

Guided Tour starts at 3pm on Saturday 16 March in the Mundaring District Museum, located in the Old Mundaring School on Great Eastern Highway. Afternoon tea to follow, for a gold coin donation. A general meeting of the MHHS starts at 4pm.

Darlington Arts Festival It was good to see the DAF committee and quite a few new faces at the AGM in February for the usual lively gathering. President Jemma Durham reflected on her very steep learning curve over the past 12 months, a highly successful 2018 festival, the lessons learnt along the way and the way forward. She thanked those who are leaving, those who are staying on, those who are staying but in a reduced role and welcomed the newcomers. It is the committee’s energy and commitment that produces success and attracts people who want to be a part of this great bunch of community minded people.

The committee Executive is: President - Jemma Durham, Vice President - Simon Dempster, Treasurer - Len Nielsen, Secretary - Chris Pemberton. Then we have the all important coordinators and their assistants: Open Art - Cathy Day & Claire Bannister, Youth Art Connie Kennedy, Junior Art - Amanda Moore, Sculptures on the Scarp - Amy Pepper, Sponsorships & Donations - Karl Millard, Amy Pepper & Veronica Mill, Events - Gabrielle Morris & Tania Whisson, Workshops/Wellness Tent - Cathryn Cann, Gabrielle Morris, Simone Dempster & Pippa Windsor, Stalls & Grounds Ron Stuurstraat, Brendon Thompson, Simon Dempster & Paul Turton, Webmaster - Colette Murray, Publicity - Colette & Sarah Brooke, Volunteers - Julie Stuurstraat, Special Projects - Peter Nicholls, Performing Arts assistant Charlie Hermann, plus a new coordinator role for environmental issues - Sui Johansen. Even with a committee as large as this, there are a few gaps to be filled but ideas on who will be approached. The AGM rapidly departed from the formal proceedings and since virtually everyone there was now on the committee, lots of ideas were discussed and some things will be getting under way very soon. Watch this space.

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Project details for the year are still being finalised, but we already have our fundraising dates: Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings Midland on 19th May, Quiz Night on 21st June and Fashion Parade Afternoon Tea on 6th October. More detail in coming issues. We are pleased that our numbers have been increased by two new members this year so far. Debbie Mason, from the Starting Over Support Inc. delivered an interesting talk to our dinner meeting this month. This group helps homeless families and individuals to turn a house into a home following a crisis situation. In the past we have been instrumental in assisting a local refuge to re-establish families who have found it necessary to re-locate after suffering from the upheaval of domestic violence or other crises. Our assistance by collecting furniture and household goods to help set up a new home became overwhelming when storage of these items became difficult.

It is wonderful to learn that SOS has partnered with People Who Care Guildford to sustain a service to support people whose situation has left them with little or no financial capacity to begin again. These people are referred to SOS by refuges, government and non-government agencies. The top five items that are most needed when moving into new accommodation, are chests of drawers, beds and mattresses, microwaves, fridges, and washing machines. However, anything in good condition (fit for purpose) is much appreciated and will find a home immediately. The organization is run by volunteers who assist with a variety of roles within the warehouse or driving the trucks for pick up or delivery. If you would like to know more go to startingoversupport.org.au or peoplewhocare.org.au Items and volunteers are always needed. If you are interested in joining an organization that is committed to improving the rights of women and girls, don’t hesitate to contact me on 92996230 or mail to sihelena@siswp.org Rosalie Gordon Soroptimist inspire action and create opportunities to transform the lives of women and girls through a global network of members and International partnerships

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The Darlington Club Breakfast on the 12th Feb back on the verandah outside the hall drew a good crowd but still highlighted that our data base is letting old members slip through the cracks. However, the weather was fabulous with a cool breeze moderating temperatures on the verandah. The trusty barbecue and cook soon provided a feast of sausages, bacon and eggs. Platters of fresh fruit. The throng brought some great ideas for a â&#x20AC;&#x153;new directionâ&#x20AC;?, including bus trips, continuing with the Friday night meetings, more movie nights, dinners out, and continuing to do what we do well. The Club is also seeking a new Secretary as Jan has decided to have an extended stay in the UK, so if you can read and write we have a job for you. Best wishes Sue Club President

Coming events: Friday 1st March. Closed for long weekend. Friday 8th March. Barbecue. Friday 15th March. Sundowner. Friday 22nd March. Bocce on the stubble. Friday 29th March. Sundowner. Most club events are byo nibbles and drinks. For those still wishing to join, fees remain at $20 per person and $40 per family. Pay directly into the Bendigo Bank account BSB: 633 000 Account No: 124527748. Please use Surname on deposit. Or, drop by the Club on a Friday night. Please call Club President Sue on 0439 273 213 or Secretary Jan on 0402 152 815 for further information.

Darlington Ratepayers & Residents Association First meeting - a small attendance but a lively discussion for the first DRRA meeting in 2019. The two main issues were the draft new Locality Plan and a safe crossing on Owen Road.

for a public meeting later in the year. Prior to that, as noted in the Editorial, DRRA will encourage locals to contact the sub committee with ideas.

The Locality Plan has been handed over to DRRA for the next stages in its development/finalisation. We all are concerned to hasten slowly with this - far better to take a little more time on editing and layout before it is made available. But we will be asking for your comments and holding a public meeting - so plenty of opportunities to have your say.

Hudman Reserve bushfire - there have been concerns for some time about the state of fire breaks and their maintenance and the January fire exposed some significant fire safety issues.

Owen Rd crossing - with many options on how a safe crossing from the playground could be implemented, it was agreed that a DRRA sub committee will develop a range of designs

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Darlington Community Pavilion Update It has been a very ACTIVE period between December and February while many have been getting used to the start of a New Year and moving from the holiday mood. At the AGM on 14 February the generous community members occupying the senior positions within the DaSRA executive were re-elected along with the previous group of supportive Committee members. Plus we welcome a new member: Mr Tim Hunter – Welcome Tim. A wonderful Darlington gathering and music filled evening was enjoyed by those who attended the Darlington Pavilion Gig on 27 January 2019. THANK YOU to everyone who contributed to the fund raising that night including, buying tickets in the Raffle, ordering T-shirts, ordering Alistair Taylor Prints and making donations – IT WAS A VERY SUCCESSFUL EVENING. THANK YOU TO ALL ESPECIALLY THE VOLUNTEERS AND THE WONDERFUL MUSICIANS The winners of the Raffle prizes, two Original Oils donated by Juniper Galleries in Darlington, Were: #1 Mr Robbie MacDonald Ticket Number 400 alongside Mr Geoff Barker (DaSRA Chairman – right). #2 Mr Mick Connolly from Broome Ticket number 345 alongside Ms Trish Juniper (Juniper Gallery Darlington - left) We have also had the privilege of a visit by the WA Premier the Hon Mark McGowan with Matthew Hughes MLA and the labor candidate for Hasluck Mr James Martin, who expressed sincere appreciation for what the community were delivering and offered to keep in touch and to continue the passion and commitment. There was also some indication of offering support and endorsement of the Community Driven Model of development which includes Pavilion Stage 2, the extension of the Skatepark and the Recreation Masterplan. The Mundaring Bendigo Bank have now signed an agreement with DaSRA that generously donates a fee for every new loan people take out with them. BUT when you apply you must nominate Agent Number 40170 for the fee to be registered and forwarded. Then in mid-February we had the pleasure of a visit by the Hon Donna Faragher MLC for Eastern Metropolitan Region (seen here with Geoff Barker and Cambell Giles) who expressed interest in supporting the objectives of the Darlington Community in its aim to improve facilities such as Cricket, Football, Skatepark and Community Garden. Grant applications are continuing to be submitted for funds to advance Stage 2 of the Pavilion project – the upgrade of the old Changerooms – BUT even if these are successful there remains a shortfall of around $30,000 for which the community is responsible.

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Katharine Susannah Prichard Writers’ Centre Autumn Activities at the KSP Writers’ Centre This March we have a workshop, short course, toga party and a sundowner session featuring marketing guru Louisa West, as well as all our writing groups meeting regularly. Needless to say, there’s plenty on offer at KSP, as always! Historical Fiction Workshop, Sat 9 Mar, 1-4pm: Historical fiction can provide a uniquely immersive and mythic experience for a reader. But it raises many challenges of craft and approach. How do we bring historical characters to life? What are our obligations to the facts? These questions and many more will be explored in a three-hour workshop with KSP Writer-in-Residence Ilka Tampke. Most suitable for early or emerging writers with a specific project idea in mind, however the only essential criterion is a passion for history. Tickets from $35. Toga Party Literary Dinner, Tues 12 Mar, 6-9.30pm: Join us for an evening of Mediterranean fare and readings from historical fiction novelist Ilka Tampke. Ilka’s first novel, Skin, was published in eight countries and was nominated for the Voss Literary Prize and the Aurealis Awards in 2016.

Write a Screenplay Short Course, commencing Mon 18 Mar: In eight evening sessions from Monday 18th March to Monday 20th May, ex-Curtin Film and TV Lecturer John Beaton will help you write a good, first draft short screenplay. John has written, directed and produced short films, documentaries and has written feature films and broadcast documentaries. He was Head of Short Drama and Documentaries at what is now ScreenWest, Programme Assessor for the ABC and Director of the Australian International Documentary Conference in 2003, held in Fremantle. This is a cooperative class - you’ll help each other, a lot, and you will complete a drama script you can be pleased and proud of. Tickets from $235. Advance bookings essential. Sundowner Session, Fri 29 Mar, 6.30-8.30pm: This sundowner features special guest Louisa West, author of PR Secrets for Savvy Authors. Feeling overwhelmed trying to make a name for yourself? Louisa will talk about everything you need to know about DIY career publicity. Tickets just $5 at the door for KSP members ($10 others). Complimentary wine on arrival. To book or for more details on any of these activities please visit the KSP website www.kspwriterscentre.com or phone the office on 08 9294 1872.

Mundaring Bahá’í Community Did you make a New Year’s resolution to eat more healthily? Maybe you’ve heard of the benefits of intermittent fasting or tried the 5:2 way of eating. Recent studies are showing the health benefits of fasting such as reducing the risk of many chronic illnesses such as diabetes and Alzheimer’s, not to mention weight loss and reduction of inflammation. The role of fasting in human biology and physiology is now in the scientific spotlight and is an example of the agreement of science and religion (which is also one of the Baha’i primary principles). Fasting has been practiced in different forms by most religions for millennia - Christians, Jews, Hindus, Muslims and Taoists all practice some type of annual fast, such as the Muslim fast during the month of Ramadan and the Catholic fast during Lent. It has been long engrained in western culture - did you have “break-fast” this morning? Whilst participants enjoy a health benefit the purpose of the religious fast is also a spiritual exercise, it symbolises detachment from the physical world and from the self. In March millions of Baha’is around the world will fast during daylight hours for 19 days. It is essentially a period of meditation and prayer, of spiritual recuperation, during which we can make the necessary readjustments to our inner lives to refresh and reinvigorate our spiritual capacity. Fast Prayers - Wednesdays during March, 9am, Darlington. Half an hour of prayer to start your day in a tranquil way. Call Sue on 0427 250 776. Baha’i Children’s Class - Saturdays, 3pm, Darlington. Stories, music, games and art to promote peace and friendship. Call Misako on 0409 571 792. Interfaith Prayers and Conversation - 31 March, St Cuthbert’s Church, Darlington. Call Susheel on 0402 023 704.

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Darlington Volunteer Bushfire Brigade •

Remember, 000 is the ONLY number to ring for all fire & smoke sightings. The ComCen will page our members who are on duty.

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For general Brigade enquiries please ring 9299 7217. Station hours: Saturday 9am-10:30am. Facebook Page: Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade

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Next Brigade meeting: Tuesday, March 12th 2019, at the Darlington Fire Station.

Whilst we had the large fire in the Boya Quarry Reserve on New Year’s Day that threatened homes in Darlington, again this summer there have fortunately been only a small number of fires in and around the Darlington area so far this fire season. Unfortunately other districts in the metropolitan area and around the State haven’t been so lucky. There is no predicting when and where a fire will start, so vigilance and preparedness are the key. So what can you as individuals do? Firstly, prepare your own property by maintaining fire breaks, trimming trees (including removing lower branches), removing leaf litter, creating a 20m protection zone around buildings and cleaning out gutters. Secondly, encourage your neighbours to do the same and consider joining, or starting, a Bushfire Ready group in your street. Report any sightings of smoke or fire immediately to 000, and record and report any suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. All too often the causes of tree/scrub/grass/ mulch fires are discarded cigarette butts. Remember that discarding cigarette butts is not only an offence, it has the real potential to cause damage, loss of property and loss of life. Help minimise the likelihood of fires by disposing of cigarette butts responsibly, and encouraging others do the same. Ensure your butt is fully extinguished before disposing of it and never throw a cigarette butt from a moving car. Throwing away a cigarette butt can also attract a very costly fine. Careless disposal of cigarette butts contravenes the Litter Act, the Road Traffic Code, and the Bushfire Act, (penalty: $200). In particular, during a Total Fire Ban, any person who disposes of burning tobacco, or a burning cigarette, cigar or match in circumstances that is likely to set fire to the bush; including by throwing it from a vehicle, could face a fine of $25,000 and/or 12 months in jail. If you see someone carelessly dispose of a cigarette you can report the offence to Keep Australia Beautiful WA. Some of our brigade members and concerned local residents have reported that some fire breaks and access tracks through bush areas are being blocked with unauthorised boulders, tree stumps and

other obstructions; so please take the following in to account. Whilst we appreciate that reckless trail bike and 4wd use can damage the environment and cause a nuisance; these tracks also provide vital access for emergency services. Unauthorised blocking of tracks could prevent timely access during an emergency to protect life and/or property, or cause injury to emergency personnel trying to clear the obstruction. If you have concerns about unauthorised track usage, please contact the Shire of Mundaring, or the Parks & Wildlife Service (Department of Conservation, Biodiversity and Attractions) to discuss management options. The Darlington Brigade regularly has a number of new, trainee and probationary firefighters moving through the ranks, but the community could always benefit from having more volunteers in its local brigade. These members will spend the approaching ‘off season’ completing their formal training, practical training, attending hazard reduction burns and brigade meetings, getting ready to be active firefighters next summer. If you’ve ever thought about joining the Darlington Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade, and you’d like to be part of the volunteer emergency services, come and visit us at the station on a Saturday morning between 9am and 10.30am to have a chat and obtain a membership pack. A large amount of the community are now using social media sites to get information on fires, including a variety of Facebook pages and groups spread throughout the metropolitan area. Most local volunteer bush fire brigades, Darlington included, have public Facebook pages or groups for local and community information, and there are also several community Facebook groups in our area such as ‘Darlington & Surrounds Fire Awareness’, ‘Shires of Swan and Mundaring Fire & Community Awareness’ and ‘Perth Hills Fire Chat’. Whilst social media sites often provide quick updates and eye witness information, and some contributors may be “in the know” or may provide first-hand knowledge, please be mindful that they are not always accurate and may offer conflicting, misleading or completely false information; despite site administrators doing their best to manage content. DFES states it “does not recommend that users rely solely on any single source for alert and warning information… Users are encouraged to monitor other live sources to ensure that they have received the most up to date information.” As well as the website www.emergency.wa.gov.au, DFES also provide a Twitter feed that disseminates Alerts and Warnings, Fire Danger Ratings, Total Fire Bans and Media Releases. “I can no other answer make, but thanks, and thanks, and ever thanks.” ~ William Shakespeare Cheers Ricky Harvey

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Darlington Review - March 2019

Friends of Darlington Station Reserve (FODS) THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS THE DOG POO FAIRY! There is an eye- catching sign at the Middleton Beach end of the Boardwalk in Albany showing a beautiful fairy with her wand plus the above! I think we need such a sign in the parking area on the Station Reserve at Glen Road in Darlington where the number of droppings is alarming this past few weeks. Not only does it spoil the walk for people passing along the trail but represents a hazard for the kids at drop-off and pickup times for the school. I hope that raising awareness in this instance might help. FODS volunteers aren’t planning to start a pick up ! These summer months see little activity on the reserve for us other than fortnightly watering of last winter’s new plants, but we still enjoy the reserve; I was happy that so many locals were out enjoying it too when I was rostered on last Sunday. We are lucky aren’t we. Few flowers to catch the eye at the moment but I did catch this little beauty last week It will be officially autumn by the time you read this- does that make sense anymore? It does mean that Easter is getting closer and we will be starting our 2019 working season after that. We meet on the reserve every 2nd Sunday from 8 am to 10 am and then there is our Thursday morning group too. We clean up after the summer winds, we plant and weed and generally tend our patch before enjoying one another’s company over morning tea. If you would like to volunteer, we would always be happy to welcome you- no special skills or level of fitness required. Contact one of us listed below for information. Phil on 0424 703 200 or philvile@iinet.net.au Stacey on 9299 8986 or Stacey.august64@gmail.com ( for the Thursday group) and Pauline (who cares for the Mandoon Reserve) on 9299 7039 or paulines191@gmail.com I look forward to seeing you sometime on the Station Reserve Diane

Bushfire Ready Unfortunately it seems we need to have a major local fire to stir the action, but at least that is great in having properties cleaned up. With March 31st comes the end of the No Burning season, and now you require a permit to burn before 6.00pm, unless the No Burning season has been extended. However what you should continue to do is to maintain your fire break. Firebreaks, fuel loads and other hazard reduction requirements help to prevent the spread or extension of a bush fire, ultimately increasing the safety of our community.

As we now go into the autumn / winter period working on our properties to maintain low fuel build ups, also makes it easier when the summer period arrives once again. Unfortunately living in the hills comes with its challenges but by enjoying its many benefits, it also makes sure we are ready, when that day arrives. The Shire of Mundaring will again be conducting Winter Burning programs so if need to see how to safely conduct a ‘burn’ to reduce your fuel loads go the SOM web page for details and attend that session. Street contacts and any Darlington residents are invited to a post fire season meeting on MONDAY, 15th APRIL at 7.30pm in the FIRE STATION. Representatives from DFES Community Engagement and the Shire of Mundaring will be present to review the fire season past and how we should prepare for the next one. All very welcome to attend. Colin James

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Darlington Review - March 2019

Darlington Dipsticks Sidling around the dark corners of one of our garages we find one sweet, svelte darling Renault Floride/Caravelle from France. As I sought some background on this beauty, I fell upon the best summary available written in fact for our own ‘West Australian’ in November 2018 by Neil Dowling. Much better than anything else on the net, I won’t steal anything (check it out on-line) but embellish where I can. Our owner (a bloke no less) acquired this lovely fully restored and seeks to maintain and enjoy her as she deserves. The bright yellow paintwork and black upholstery are not original (Neil’s article shows an authentic contemporary style). Our sweet little darling was born of a stack of very standard Renault parts in the mid-1960s, sent to a railway locomotive builder who built the Ghia/Frua-styled body and assembled the finished product for Regie Renault. Based originally on a 29kW 856cc Renault Dauphine 4 door saloon (current Corollas have 100+kW!) and then on the Renault 8 sedan (956 & 1108cc), “Jonquille” has become a light hearted, easily driven 2-seater + luggage. In her heyday she would have been targeted at very fashionable lady drivers of Paris, Florida and LA with their expensive handbags seated beside them and probably a well-trimmed poodle or afghan in the ‘back’ seat. Over one hundred thousand were built in their production cycle but 50 years, a propensity for self-consumption (rust), the tribulations of general wear and tear and ‘past-it’s-use-by date’ mentality have seen them reduced to very few, maybe less than a dozen left in Australia and of those, few on the road. The days of hairspray and gossamer thin scarves (Ed - this is NOT a fashion column) have passed and our flamboyant kilt wearing owner, who is probably starting to cringe, has extended her life

to one of leisure and occasional exposure to the sun. Yes, reader, we do care for these old cars greatly and so this darling will excite most if not all who glimpse her cavorting around Darlington and surrounds. We do so hope and a few of us in fact lust after her with a great passion!!! Peter Moore NOTES FROM THE OWNER: I always had a soft spot for the Renault Caravelle marque and had kept a keen eye out, because they were Renault’s showroom drawcard during the 1960’s. (My very first car ‘Froggy’ was a tired 1956 Renault 750, and every time I picked up spare parts from the Renault agent I’d drool over the latest Caravelle adorning the newcar showroom. And I’d think to myself “one day I’m going to be able to afford one those”). The Caravelle was a comparatively expensive vehicle because it was imported fully assembled, which meant it attracted 100% import Duty. The showroom price was £1600… £500 more than a Holden, and slightly dearer than the top-of-therange Ford Zephyr Zodiac automatic. An MGA was cheaper and regarded as a real sports car. (However, the Caravelle had superior technical specs. such as four-wheel disc brakes, fully independent suspension, and wind-up windows instead of side-curtains!). I first spotted Jonquille in 2014 when she was parked in the car port of her previous owner in Mount Lawley. The car was parochially known as “Jonquille” because she is French and Daffodil yellow. It turned out that the owner needed to (reluctantly) sell, and so I was fortunate to be able to purchase her. She is surprisingly roomy, can seat four, and on occasion has even played the role of being maybe the ultimate blacktop SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle).

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Darlington Review - March 2019

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Darlington Review - March 2019

Darlington Girl Guides Girls experience FUN and enjoyment through a group oriented, non-competitive, girl focused program that they plan and put into action. The girl is the central focus of the Program. By encouraging the girls to be fully involved in the decision making, planning, implementation and evaluation of their activities, it helps them grow into confident, self-respecting and responsible community members. “Helping girls and young women grow into confident, selfrespecting and responsible community members.” Girl Guides is a worldwide voluntary organisation for girls and women with over ten million members in 136 countries. The Australian Girl Guide Program is exciting, different, and designed for today’s girls! All the activities the girls do, from weekly meetings, to camps, expeditions and hikes, are driven by the girls themselves with input and assistance from their leaders, and planned to match the girls’ abilities.

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Darlington Review - March 2019

Mundaring Christian College At Mundaring Christian College, our morning Pastoral Care period is more than a ten-minute meeting used to take the role and read out the daily notices. Our Pastoral Care periods are used to intentionally build -up our students in a positive manner. Our school regularly hosts guests to address our students on current topics of interest, such as the Australian Defence Force who address the Year 9’s and 10’s on “Job Opportunities” available in the defence force, Armed for Life talk to our Year 7’s and 8’s on “Screen Addiction”, Elevate Training Lab join us to talk to our Year 11’s and 12’s on “Study Skills”, and our staff regularly facilitate and encourage safe and open conversations around topics such as; mental health, resilience, character building, and wellbeing. This year Mundaring Christian College is introducing the “You Can Do It (YCDI)” program. A program designed to strengthen the personal, social and performance capabilities of people of all ages. By implementing this program, we have gained access to online portals aimed to equip educators, parents and leaders with learning tools that boost success, improve relationships, reduce stress, and promote optimal levels of wellbeing. “Through the YCDI program, Mundaring Christian College is forging a new era in education where students, parents and the College are drawn closer to stand united in an increasingly uncertain world,” said Mr Will Meyer, Head of Secondary Student Services. Recently, our Secondary Campus hosted an hour-long pastoral care lesson addressing the topic of bullying. Following this lesson, a representative from “ySafe” visited our Secondary campus and addressed the topic of Cyberbullying. Our students gained a lot of insight from the lecture, and it has equipped them with the necessary tools to safely and healthily deal with bullying. “We learnt about bullying and how to deal with bullies. We also learnt how to tell if we are being bullied and what can happen if you don’t sort the situation out,” Said a boy in Year 7. “The Laws on creating, uploading and sharing images or comments over the internet was an eye-opener to me,” said a student in Year 8. “For a holistic education we need to focus on character development,” said Mr/Mrs _____, _______ at the MCC Secondary Campus.

“When networking with other industry professionals, I discovered that they knew the program and were also very impressed by it. It was then that we decided to implement the program at the Mundaring Christian College Primary School.” She said. Not all schools take on the YCDI program, but those that do, tend to leave it to the classroom teacher, which often results in the social-emotional learning being put to the wayside as the pressure to provide other curriculum subjects takes priority. At Mundaring Christian College, we believe it is integral to equip students with the skills they need to succeed and that if we can develop their ability to cope in stressful situations, then students will consequently improve their academic and social competence. “Our students have a lot to gain from the YDCI Program and will learn to understand themselves and others better,” said Mrs Wilson. “They will learn to stress less, take responsibility for choices, and make better choices”, she said. A Year 5 student (Lieve L.) recently wrote an article on YCDI, and it was encouraging to see the positive results the program is already having on our students, three weeks into Term. Below is a short extract from Lieve’s article. “In the first week, we were learning about success. Success is when you accomplish a goal or something you’ve been working on for a long time. You feel really happy when you achieve success. And remember, it’s about doing your personal best, not someone else’s best!” Mundaring Christian College believes that the YDCI program will strengthen the personal, social and performance capabilities of our students across both our Primary and Secondary Campus. We invite you to book a personal tour of our College, where you can see how our unique teaching team and learning environments provide an extraordinary educational experience from Early Learning onwards. For more information visit www.mundaring.wa.edu.au or call 9295 2688

Receiving such positive feedback from our students and staff gives us confidence in why we do what we do at Mundaring Christian College. Our purpose is to build students up to have positive attitudes which will serve them well in becoming adults with virtuous character. Every student is unique and valued and is given a voice and agency so that they can be community serving, compassionate and caring. The YDCI Program is also running at our Primary Campus in Mundaring and is treated as a specialist subject, where every class from Pre-Primary to Year 6 is taught strategies to build their keys to success in addition to the integration of learned concepts provided by the classroom teacher. “Back 2014 I picked up on some students who were struggling with social and emotional issues and noticed how it affected their schoolwork and their joy being at school,” said Head of Primary, Mrs Antoinette Wilson. “I did a vast amount of research and discovered the work of Mr Bernard, creator of the program.

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Darlington Review - March 2019

Darlington Community Recreation Advisory Group The AGM for DCRAG was conducted on the 25th February. Details of office bearers will be given in the next Darlington Review.

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We note exercise equipment, BBQ for the lower oval is included in the budget 2022/2023 and this is supported in conjunction with the DSRA and the Skate park Masterplan.

DCRAG’s membership consists of representatives from all the user groups that use or have an interest in the Darlington Recreational area. Working together, and being aware of each groups requirements and future desires allows us all to work out a balanced view before approaching the Shire of Mundaring (SOM) for support or capital improvements. Our 2019 SOM Capital Items wish list is below;

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2019 -2119 Large Tree Replacement Masterplan. As the existing large pines are coming to the end of their natural lives (at least 5 lost in 2018), Darlington needs a long term vision for large trees to provide shade, beauty and colour in the recreational area and to replace the large trees. We suggest allocation of funding for professional landscape architect services to develop a Masterplan in consultation with the community. DCRAG Community Members Sheena Wheeler and Stacey August will be working on this project in conjunction with the SOM. Allocation of funding of large tree planting for when 2019-2119 Large Tree Masterplan is developed.

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Money allocation for infrastructure improvements to the Owen Street Playground/Shop crossing. This crossing is dangerous for young children and there have been numerous near misses. The shop side has no barriers, were as the playground side has good stone wall barrier with designated areas for entry/exit. DCRAG supports the removal of the parking/standing & loading bays at the front of the shop, and the repeat of the stone wall barrier on the shop side of the verge would complement this crossing. A designated entry/exit off the shop side could link with the playground. Note the entry point to the shop currently has no barrier, and children have been observed running out of the shop straight across the road to the playground. The shop owners land and needs need to be assessed, and engineering road options considered. (Note this is a DRRA project).

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Replacement of the astro turf wicket

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Current barbeque near Darlington Hall to have an extension to 2 plates plus lighting, plus power point. We note plans to upgrade the paths near the Hall/Playground area in the very near future (Andrew Townsend) and ask that these improvements be considered while this work is ongoing.

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Support to DSRA for Shire contribution of an additional $60,000.00 in addition to current budgeted $60,000 (2019/2010) for the completion of Stage 2 Pavilion.

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Completion of paving/grass installation on the western end of the community pavilion to remove sand area, in conjunction with DaSRA and the Skate park Masterplan.

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Accessibility pathway throughout the village recreation area to link the Darlington Hall / playground (East) with the Pavilion/ Fire station/Skatepark (West), around the southern perimeter of the oval.

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Incorporation of stone wall around southern side of the oval, to use as a barrier to cars/pedestrians/puppies similar to stone wall near playground. A stone wall will continue the stone theme in the village, require minimal maintenance and would delineate the (non-extant) pathway from the road. A stone wall would also act as seating for parents and spectators and elderly dog walkers.

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We note that repair and install additional sleeper seats are included in the budget 2020/2021 and this is supported for existing seating, however stone seating would be preferred for future.

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Support for the Darlington Skatepark Community Masterplan currently seeking Council endorsement. Priorities include; o The half-pipe extension (underway) o Replanting of the NE native bush area to act as screening for residents o Earthworks, major landscaping and weed removal program of the whole DSP area in conjunction with the Masterplan. o Community garden SW area (request for lease underway) o Adventure playground and regeneration of western bush area toward RRHT o Demolition of dirt jumps o Installation of a small pump track o Installation of third cricket net (after relocation of the storage container). o Other minor details associated with the Masterplan.

The Darlington Skatepark Community Masterplan is currently with the Council of Mundaring to deliberate with regard to a whole of shire recreational approach. The Masterplan is available to view on: https://www.darlingtonpavilion.com.au/darlingtonskate-park-project. To read the Report click on “Motion to Mundaring Shire Click for Details”. Please send your comments on the plan and/or report to shire@mundaring.wa.gov.au or directly to Councillors. As always, if you see something around the recreational areas that needs repairing (eg graffiti, breakage) please email the shire directly on shire@mundaring.wa.gov.au Next DCRAG meeting is to be held on Monday,May 20th at 7.00pm in the Community pavilion. Colin James – Secretary - c_james@Lnet.net.au. Mb 0419 969 223 Trish Cook – Chair - trishcook@netspace.net.au Mobile: 0409479551

Darlington Review - March 2019

Ken Wyatt

Minister for Aged Care, Minister for Indigenous Health - Federal Member for Hasluck Legislation that will go toward ensuring the stability of our parliamentary system by putting the onus on individuals nominating for election to satisfy themselves and the Australian people that they are eligible to sit, implementing modernisation from the Australian Electoral Commission priorities around section 44 of the constitution. We also passed tax amendments to make our system fairer by limiting access to tax concessions for foreign investors.

This February the Parliament resumed and despite the news focusing on the parts that were the most chaotic, I am pleased to report that good things were also achieved.

There was also good news on the roll out of the NBN, with a briefing I received confirming that 75% of Hasluck was ready for service, that our electorate had one of the highest take up rates in our state, and a further 21,500 premises would join that list by August.

I took the opportunity to meet with several ministers regarding crucial projects I am fighting for on behalf of community and sporting groups in Hasluck. I also prepared several briefings for other ministers advising them of significant programs and not-for-profits in my electorate that are in desperate need of additional support in order to continue to deliver social and health services.

$78 million was announced to tackle domestic violence, $26 million was provided for perinatal mental health, and research showed that we were on track to meet our climate change targets in a canter through take up of renewables in the energy sector.

Several pieces of legislation making the lives of people in Hasluck safer and more economically secure were passed, including amendments to social services legislation that expands the Pension Loans Scheme to provide more Australians of Age Pension age (for social security recipients), income support.

Darlington Running Club A friendly fun and social club for any age and fitness, to be taken as seriously or not, as you please.

The session starts with a few chatty ‘warm-up’ laps of the oval – walk/jog, followed by some drills to get the body ready to go. The interval session usually lasts 20-25 mins followed by cool down and a stretch and always, lots of totally irrelevant but essential discussion is interspersed throughout .

These are interval training sessions which means varying periods of ‘effort’ followed by ‘recovery’. Effort may be a sprint for some (jog recovery) or a jog for others (walk recovery) or if you’re a speed walker then fast walk effort, slow recovery!

In true Darlington style there may have to be a little ‘dog dodging’ as we share the oval and heckling from those who are missing out does happen on occasions, but we rise above.

The aim of interval or speed training for the experienced runner wanting to improve fitness, is to improve efficiency of running form and reduce the sense of effort at slower speeds, i.e. their easy effort running will feel even easier. For the beginner/returning to running runner, interval training will be getting the body used to taking extra load ( our muscles/ ligaments/tendons /bones/cartilage can all get stronger with running but it has to be done very gradually!) Also getting us used to the feel of getting breathless, again a healthy thing to do but needs to be paced!

Please come and give it a go! Our group is growing and so are the funds for our 2 current beneficiaries – the Darlington Community Garden and the First Hike Project Payment is by donation of anything up to $10 per individual or family. Wednesdays at 6.30 pm Fridays 6 am Overheard at running club: ‘I love this, especially having whistles blown at me aggressively’ ‘I wish we could run for longer’ ‘Why can’t we start at 5am? I am SUCH a morning person’ These sadly are all made up and the truth is not printable but really, everyone feels great afterwards and more and more people are turning up so go figure!!

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Shire of Mundaring Library Service Story and Baby Rhyme Time New Sessions Story Time and Baby Rhyme Time sessions are proving perennially popular, consequently an extra session of each is being held at Mundaring Library from February 2019. Baby Rhyme Time is on at Mundaring Library on Mondays at 11am and Tuesdays at 9.30am. Story Time at Mundaring Library is on Mondays at 9.30am and on Tuesdays at 10.30am. Sessions at Boya Library remain the same, with Baby Rhyme Time on Wednesdays at 11am and Fridays at 9.30am, and Story Time on Wednesdays at 9.30am and Fridays at 10.30am. The Valley with Steve Hawke Author Talk

Women of a Certain Age with Sue Sullivan -

Boya Community Centre, 7 March, 6pm. Just in time for International Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, Shire of Mundaring Libraries are very pleased to present editor and writer Sue Sullivan as she discusses Women of a Certain Age, a collection of stories recounting what it is like to be a woman on the other side of 40. Anne Aly, Liz Byrski, Sarah Drummond, Mehreen Faruqi, Goldie Goldbloom, Krissy Kneen, Jeanine Leane, Brigid Lowry and Pat Mamanyjun Torres are among fifteen voices telling these stories. These are stories of identity and survival, and a celebration of getting older and wiser, and becoming more certain of who you are and where you want to be. About Sue Sullivan:

Steve Hawke, author and local resident, spoke to an audience of over 50 people about his first foray into adult fiction, The Valley. Steve talked about how his passion for the Kimberley, its land and people led to his novel, a multi-generational family saga and mystery set in the Kimberley. The Valley, published by Fremantle Press, was released in October 2018. Steve is working on other novels, one of which should be published soon. Tablets for Loan at Boya Library Boya Library is trialling Samsung tablets for in-library use at Boya Library. If you visit the library and would like to loan one of the Samsung tablets, you just need your Shire of Mundaring library card and PIN. The tablets can be loaned for 2 hours, and are for library members aged 18 years and over. You will be able to connect to the internet with the free WiFi service available at the library. Try some of the library-related apps like Libby (Overdrive), RBDigital, Kanopy, and BorrowBox which are already loaded on the tablets. There are heaps more like Pinterest, Google Earth, Mango Languages, and Spotify. Wednesday Book Club vacancy If 2019 is the year you intend to join a book club, there are vacancies in the Novel Ideas Book Club which meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 10am to 11am at Boya Library. It costs just $12 a year to join (all books and notes provided), and a gold coin donation for tea/coffee/biscuits. If you are interested, please contact Amanda at Boya Library on 9290 6755.

Susan Laura Sullivan writes fiction, essays and poetry. Her work has been published in Westerly: New Creative, Plumwood Mountain journal, and The Font: A Literary Journal for Language Teachers, among others. She was shortlisted for the T.A.G. Hungerford Award in 2012, and currently lives in Japan, where she teaches English. Sue Sullivan lived in the eastern Perth hills for many years, and returns regularly to visit. This event is free, but bookings are essential at https://070319boya.eventbrite.com.au. Be Connected Tech Help Volunteer Expressions of Interest Are you confident in using technology and great with people? Boya Library is looking for a volunteer to help people register with, access, and use the BeConnected Program of online tutorials and information. BeConnected is an Australian Government initiative aimed at improving the confidence, skills, and online safety of older Australians in using digital technology. The Tech Help volunteer would be helping people get online, search the internet, use apps, social media, as well as helping people access and use the librariesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; eResources. If you are interested, please call Ginetta Evans on 9290 6755 for information and an Expression of Interest form. Labour Day Public Holiday The Shire of Mundaring Libraries will be closed on Monday 4 March for the Labour Day public holiday. The after-hours chutes will be available for returning items.

Darlington Review - March 2019

Darlington History Group BACK IN HARNESS!

further research and discussion on this item before any decision is made as to whether we will pursue this idea. Thank you, Geoff.

Wednesday 11th February saw the DHG Committee members meeting at the Shiell bearing all sorts of tasty lunch-time eats to sustain us as we got down to organising the year’s business and activities.

Last year the State Government made it mandatory for associations such as ours and many others to review their Constitutions to engage new laws. Members of our review team have been working diligently on ensuring that all alterations have been completed and this is currently being assessed by a legal advisor. One of the requirements is that DHG members attend a meeting to vote on the acceptance of each amendment. SO a meeting has been scheduled for Monday 8th April at 10:30am in the Lesser Hall, Darlington. A delicious morning tea afterwards will be your reward. Note : only financial members will be able to vote. You can pay your $2 fee to our Treasurer, Liz Rusha, by contacting her on 0427 952 491 or on the day before proceedings commence.

We were pleased to welcome to the meeting Rob Borsje who has been working closely with Archivist, Lyn Myles, to set up and administer our website (which, incidentally, is www.darlingtonhistorygroup.com). He received a gift from us to recognise the time and effort he has already expended, BUT, he also became a member of our Committee and we know that his assistance will be invaluable.

One more item that the Group is discussing is the location of sites/structures in which to store the books and bric-a-brac that are collected for our fund-raising sale as part of the Darlington Arts Festival in November. Several suggestions are being considered at the moment, but we would welcome any offers of a roomy waterproof space, preferably with ready access to the oval. Please refer to the ‘Message From Reg’ note below for his contact number.

Also welcomed was Thomas Bannister-Brady, an architect with a special interest in historical structures and what could be better than our Group to be part of. One thing he will be assisting with is the setting up of a Facebook page for the Group. He, too, was invited to become a member of the Committee and agreed readily. How lucky we are to have these two gents on board with their unique skills.

Our first evening meeting, open to all who wish to attend, will be held on Wednesday 13th March at 7:30pm in the Lesser Hall Darlington. For the previous two years we have approached people who have been residents for some time and are well-known for their presence in the village. This year Iain Martin will be posing the question “Why Darlington”? to Richard Coleman who lived with his family in Pine Terrace. He has long had an active and ongoing involvement with the Darlington Theatre Players and we are sure that he will have many humorous anecdotes with which to entertain us before we partake of the usual tasty supper Hope to see YOU there!

We are grateful for the time that Geoff Barker put aside to discuss with us the possibility of forming a Darlington Trust based on the success of such a Trust in Fremantle. There will be

…New revised edition with corrections… Includes: The recently discovered true historical beginning of Darlington. Several new features and corrected information.

Cheers for now!

76 pages $15

All proceeds to Darlington History Group

Judi Bracks Publicity Officer

For copies contact: Cliff Burns 9299 6696

MESSAGE FROM LYN : C

and lastly

Check out our website which now has the heading, “History Resources”. These resources that are new come under a number of topics to do with historical Darlington which includes early settlers’ Memoirs, Interesting Personalities, Education, Reserves and Guest Houses, to name just a few, with much more to come in 2019. Check them out and give us your feedback.

REMINDER :

MESSAGE FROM REG :

Our next meeting, the first for 2019, will be held in the Lesser Hall Darlington at 7:30 pm on Wednesday 13th March with the usual afters of tea, coffee and delicious eats. Hope to see YOU there!

Cheers.

Phone : 9299 6746

Lyn

Reg and his great mate, Ernie, will be collecting books and bric-a-brac in good condition for the DHG stall at the DAF 2019. Just call him on the number listed below and he will come to you for pick-up of your goods. No electrical goods accepted.

Cheers for now! Judi Bracks

Publicity Officer

Darlington Review - March 2019

Matthew Hughes MLA JP - Member for Kalamunda Thank you to everyone who came along to meet the Premier recently on his visit to thank our volunteer and career fire fighters for their efforts to protect our community and their sterling work especially on New Year’s Day. It also provided the opportunity to showcase to him the efforts of a range of our community and sporting groups that were recipients of grants from the Local Projects Local Jobs Program. There are some great photos from the event on my FaceBook page (Matthew Hughes, Member for Kalamunda), give it a “like” while you’re there for future updates relating to the Kalamunda electorate. The community spirit in the Hills is alive and well I’m very proud to be part of such a great community, and to be able to introduce the Premier to our community. You may also be interested to know that the Premier has just launched “Our Priorities”, which actually are sourced from “your priorities” and our pre-election commitments. It is an important piece of public sector reform that will focus on Departments and agencies on accountable, key targets over the coming decade. The McGowan Government will continue to focus on job creation, the construction of METRONET, new schools, hospitals and road projects and pursue the goal diversification of the economy. As I commented in a previous Darlington Review article, responsible financial management has brought our budget back to surplus, and debt is being reduced without any severe impact to services or projects. Overall the State’s net debt position at the mid-year review published in December has improved by $3.7 billion delivering interest savings of $532 million. We will soon enjoy the benefit of having our fair share of GST, but there needs to be a sustained focus on ensuring further investment in our schools, hospitals and infrastructure; all of which create jobs for the people of WA. It has been heartbreaking to hear some of the evidence provided at the Royal Commission into Aged Care in recent days. There

needs to be a greater supply of suitably located residential and well-staffed aged care facilities and an adequate support for home care packages for the elderly. These steps along with supporting, valuing and listening to our older community members and their families will result in aged care which is respectful, dignified and compassionate. These are goals and values and should translate into good government policy and a plan for the future. Accountable and well funded aged care is an issue too important for the federal government not to confront squarely. At a state level, I continue to pursue the Government’s is commitment to develop a strategic approach to ensuring that the provision of new operational residential aged care places is more effectively managed to adequately meet the demands of the Western Australian population. With International Women’s Day happening this month, it’s timely that the State Government, led by the Minister for Women’s Interest, Simone McGurk is developing a plan to set the Women’s Interest agenda for the next ten years. The plan is to create more equality in all aspects of life; from schools to workplaces, during retirement, at home and within communities. The key priority areas include safety and justice, leadership, economic independence and health and wellbeing. The Kalamunda Men’s Shed and City responded to my request undertake the construction of a purple bench in commemoration of victims of domestic violence. On the environmental protection front, the Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy 2030 was also launched last month. It is a plan to guide WA to being a more sustainable, low-waste economy and to protect our environment for future generations. The aim is to reduce household waste by 20 percent, with an increased recovery rate on waste of 75 percent. If you wish to discuss anything from this article or have any concerns, please send me an email or contact my electorate office for an appointment either at the Electorate Office in Kalamunda or at my Friday pop-up office at the Treehouse Business Centre community building in Mundaring. I look forward to seeing you soon.

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Darlington Review - March 2019

1st Darlington Scout Group

Term 1 has commenced with good attendance across all our Scouting units. Joey Scouts for age 5 (and at full time school) to 8; Cub Scouts for ages 8 to 11, Scouts for ages 11 to 14 and Venturers for ages 14 to 17. It is not too late to come along and try Scouting in our year of adventure, see contact details below. It is very exciting to see our Venturer start the year with 6 members while working in conjunction with other groups to have 12-15 youth attend every week.

attended an abseiling day at nearby Statham Quarry and will soon have a water activities day at Lake Leschenaultia before a weekend camp to Lancelin. So far this term our Cub Scouts have made quite a splash! They recently had a water night at Bilgoman pool and got to participate in a rescue activity while working towards their next Aquatic level in their Outdoor adventure skills. The Cub patrol boats also proved popular at the hall – while they may have been on land the Cubs got quite drenched thanks to the accuracy of the leaders equipped with water blasters! The water theme will continue with a Cub camp planned at Pelican Point Sea Scout Group at the end of the term.

We recently celebrated Founders Day with a whole group games night, linking ceremony for transitioning youth and birthday cake at the Darlington Oval. Founders Day is celebrated on the 22nd of February in recognition of Scouting founder Lord Baden Powell’s birthday. It is hard to believe the worldwide Scouting movement has been going since 1907!

On the 11th of March our Joey Scouts and Cub Scouts will be participating in a Clean-up Australia Day around the hall and local Darlington area. On the 30th of March, our Venturer Scouts will be running the WA Joey Scout climbing wall at the Glen Forrest Primary School Fete. Come along to see if your Joey aged children can make it all the way to the top!

Our Scout unit has certainly embraced the theme of Adventure and personal growth with a very exciting program of activities running this term. We would like to extend a warm welcome to our new Scout Leader Simon (Scout name: Garnet). Garnet is an experienced Scout leader and joins us from Cambridge Scout Group. He brings a passion for the Scouting patrol system (Youth leading, Adults supporting; young people working together in teams) and outdoor adventure with qualifications to run abseiling and canoeing/kayaking. So far, our Scouts have participated in a night hike in the John Forrest National Park;

To enquire about joining Scouts with Darlington Scout Group and participate in a program that is fun, challenging, adventurous and inclusive for boys and girl please contact Group Leader Glen Stenton – 0403 809 226 scoutingindarlington@gmail.com. We offer a complimentary 2 week trial. There are also opportunities for assistant leaders and support roles for adults.

Darlington Review - March 2019

Mundaring Arts Centre Place and Space

Danjoo – Interwoven

Mundaring Arts Centre

Until 6 April

Congratulations to Joan Johnson, Bec Juniper, Jarrad Martyn, Lorita Schmitz and Katrina Virgona for having their work acquired by the Shire of Mundaring as part of the 2019 Shire of Mundaring Art Acquisition Exhibition Place and Space which opened early last month.

Midland Junction Arts Centre

The acquired works are part of a larger exhibition featuring 33 local artists as they delve into their material and intangible connections to the Shire of Mundaring as well as broader concepts of place. Also on display is Spotlight on Us which features a number of works from the Shire of Mundaring Art Collection acquired from past open exhibitions.

Local Aboriginal art, culture and language is being celebrated at MJAC with the Danjoo – Interwoven project. As part of the project an exhibition of new and recent artworks by eighteen Aboriginal artists from or now residing in the south west corner of the state is on display. The project also includes a second exhibition that features community made weavings and a soundscape of language as well as an engaging public program of events including upcoming artist talks and a series of weaving workshops.

Come experience the work of the many talented artists connected to our vibrant hills community and vote for your favourite piece in the People’s Choice Award. Place and Space and Spotlight on Us are on display until 31 March.

Mundaring Arts Centre | 7190 Great Eastern Hwy (corner Nichol St) | 9295 3991 mundaringartscentre.com.au Tue – Fri 10am – 5pm, Sat & Sun 11am – 3pm Midland Junction Arts Centre | 276 Great Eastern Hwy (corner Cale St) | 9250 8062 midlandjunctionartscentre.com.au Wed – Fri 10am -5pm, Sat 11am – 3pm

ABOVE: Mundaring President Cr John Daw with Katrina Virgona, Joan Johnson, Bec Juniper, Lorita Schmitz at the opening of Place and Space. RIGHT: Lea Taylor presenting a Bibbulmun Weaving Workshop.

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Helena Helena College College

International Baccalaureate International Baccalaureate School School We were delighted to welcome back the Class of 2018 recently, with a catch-up breakfast to hear about the paths theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re taking this year, which include studying, travelling, working.

Future Directions The 2018 WACE results are being used to guide our teaching and learning programme for the 2019 Year 12 and Year 11 students.

We were able to congratulate them on their outstanding results in their final WACE exams.

Each year our Heads of Department and their teaching teams conduct an in-depth breakdown of the results, student by student and subject by subject. This reporting forms the basis of improvements, changes and modifications to courses for 2019 and beyond.

Three Helena students achieved an ATAR greater than 97, placing them in the top three per cent of students in the state. Nineteen were in the top ten per cent with an ATAR greater than 90. WACE was achieved by 96 per cent of students, higher than the state average of 91.6 per cent. These highly commendable results are particularly pleasing in light of Helenaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enrolment policy where students are not selected on academic ability. It is a matter of pride for the College that financial resources are available for all students and not directed to academic scholarships for the elite few. Among the Class of 2018, we also acknowledge the achievements of our non-ATAR students many of whom have been offered places in selective courses at TAFE. As the year progresses, we look forward to hearing from our graduates who have moved into the workplace, many taking up apprenticeships.

At Helena College this is part of our continual striving for improvement: every year results are analysed to determine ways to further improve outcomes for students based on the available evidence and current best practice. For those students not undertaking the ATAR pathway, we continue to investigate and implement changes where there are opportunities to further strengthen our current VET programme. For all our students, our focus will continue to be in preparing them to successfully negotiate the complex demands of our rapidly changing world. Ian Lyons Helena College Principal

Junior School at Darlington (K-5) Middle and Upper School at Glen Forrest (6-12) 9298 9100 43

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Silver Tree Steiner School

By Anna Brindal It has been so wonderful to begin Class 2 with the Lionhearts and see their joyous faces each morning after such a long summer break. When we stand at the front door of our beautiful new classroom, we can see the new glowing green grass in our playground and just up the path, the new music building that is almost completed. There are so many positive changes and transformations taking place at Silver Tree and the beauty of the school has struck many of us as we enter its grounds each day. How lucky the children are to spend their days in such a beautiful and nature imbued environment. We have begun the year with a main lesson called, ‘The King of Ireland’s Son’ where magical Celtic tales are told, based on Padraic Colum’s famous collection of Irish folk stories. I’m particularly excited to share with the children the many Celtic folk songs I learned as a young adult in Ireland and already each morning our classroom is filled with the stirring melodies of songs such as the ‘Skye Boat Song’, which so perfectly attune to where the children are at on a developmental level. During Term 4 of last year, the Lionhearts began working on a special felting project led by a class parent and felt artist, with the help of our class carer. Over many weeks and using their hands to lay wool onto a specially prepared surface, the children created a beautiful and colourful design, based on the story of our class play. The finishing touches were added over the holidays and were presented to the class on the first day of school. Thank you to our parent helpers for your inspiration, support and dedication and for overseeing this project from start to finish. What a wonderful way to start our year – with an incredible art pieces made by the children and one which we will carry with us on our Primary School journey. We run regular tours where you can see this engaging education in action. To book onto a tour, visit www.silvertree.wa.edu.au or call Hayley on 9295 4787.

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Darlington Christian Fellowship

Cnr Darlington Rd and Allestree Rd, Darlington Rule: Where more mercy releases more evil, judgement has to fall.

It was a bit of a wake-up call to discover in an article by Michael Smith 20 May 2018, that Indonesia spent $400 M on 8 attack Apache AH 64E helicopters, while Australia sent $320 M to them in foreign aid. The point is that it is good to be kind and caring and charitable, but every good deed must produce more good deeds, or it is wasted. A homeless youth came to shelter at our church last year, and we asked him if he was on drugs. He said: no, he had not taken any for ages. We asked: how long is ages? He answered: about 5 days. A church family offered him shelter and food, but we had no confidence that giving money would not result in more drugs. Political correctness, compromise and tolerance can open the doors to evil. They need to be monitored so that good comes from them. The Scripture makes a difference between the ‘works of the flesh’ and the ‘fruit of the Spirit’. Works come with effort and burdens. Fruit comes from being alive. So, our incentive to do good is that more good will result. For every Christian the aim of good deeds is that the receiver comes to know God, not just know about God. God is the epitome of ultimate good. Jeremiah 9:23,24 “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast of his might, nor let the rich man boast in his riches; but let him who boasts, boast in this: that he understands and knows Me, that I am the Lord exercising loving kindness, judgement and righteousness in the earth. For in these things I delight,” says the Lord.

This is a rule for teaching. The best students can get told off with just a look. Some students need a firm word, while others just like to see how far they can go with you. So, if being kind, understanding and tolerant gets nowhere as a teacher, some punishment has to be administered. Now having said that, I found it easier to ring the parents rather than give a detention. I could never really get my head around the process of placing a detention on the computer – so a phone call was much simpler.

This year DCF is running a children’s program at church time 9:30 am on Sundays, called Kids Alive. Ten children came in the first week. It is hoped that children will learn through the fun and games, that real life comes only within a relationship with God. It is our hope that teaching children about God so that they clothe themselves with godly values, will bear fruit.

The same rule of course is applied to parenting. My favourite punishment for a naughty student was for them at lunch time, to pretend to comfort 3 of their friends with the words: “Never mind, you’ll have Maths again soon.” At least I got a laugh.

Service times: Sunday 9.30am and 6pm on the last Sunday of each month. Tuesday: 8am – 12 noon. Drop in for a chat and browse the bric-a-brac that is for sale. Donations of saleable items are also welcome (no clothes or electrical please). Contact: Rob Merrells (Pastor) Phone 6153 0364 Email: dcfincorporated@gmail.com Darlington Christian Fellowship invites you to … www.darlingtonchristianfellowship.com.au

Kids Alive!

A place to make friends and learn about Jesus. Games, Bible Stories, Songs, Activities, Friendship, Morning Tea

When:

Commencing Sunday 10th February 9.30 – 10.30 am Operates during school terms Where: Darlington Christian Fellowship, Cnr Darlington & Allestree Rd, Darlington Who: Children in year 1 to year or speak to us about special situations for younger children.

Enquiries:

Rita Williams – 04191943

Drop off your children or come as a family to our interdenominational church & bring your children to KIDS ALIVE Children need to be registered by Parent/Carer and signed in and out. All leaders have Working With Children Checks.

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St Cuthbert’sAnglican Anglican Church St Cuthbert’s Church cnrcnr Darington Road Darlington Darlington Rdand andHillsden HillsdenRoad, Rd, Darlington

From this to this in just a few weeks; thank you for your gifts.

WOW! With your support, we have raised over $10,000! So far 67 people have given $8705 online (plus some donations have come in the old-fashioned way).

future generations. If you can help us as we get closer to completing the project, a tax deductible gift, large or small, can be made online at: https://www.chuffed.org/project/stcuthberts

Repairs to the floor and walls are now complete, and the airconditioning is installed. We managed to move the furniture and organ back in to the church just in time for a wedding!

We are a church that tries to serve our community and value all people. Your support in restoring this iconic building frees up resources for other important work. Thank you to all who have offered support and encouragement. We are so grateful!

There are a few expenses left to cover. The new carpet is a big one, and there’s also work to do to protect the foundations. We are so proud to be preserving this heritage church for

Taizé March 3 at 6,30pm

A New Easter Tradition at St Cuthbert’s SHROVE TUESDAY - Tuesday 5 March

On the first Sunday of every month at St Cuthbert’s, the darkened building is lit by dozens of candles. We sing simple chants, enjoy silence and hear a short reading from the scriptures.

Lenten Lectures

A Nice Jewish Boy: Jesus in his religious and social context Presented by Rabbi Sheryl Nosan across three Tuesday evenings: 19 March, 26 March, 2 April @ 5.30 - 7.00pm

This year we are trying something a little different for Shrove Tuesday. From 4.00pm, children and people of all ages are invited to gather at St Cuthbert’s to make pancake mix, prepare the ashes, and learn about the season of Lent. We will then share in a pancake dinner. As the sun goes down, we will go into the church building to receive the sign of ashes.

Rector: The Reverend Chris Bedding Email: rector.darlington@live.com.au Website: www.hillsanglicans.com.au Find us on Facebook at Hills Anglicans

Parish Office: Email: Mail:

9299 7274 stcuthberts@bigpond.com PO Box 77 Darlington, WA 6070 Australia

Darlington Review - March 2019

Darlington Social Cricket Club WA Umpires Association v DSCC 6th January The Umpires match drew a record number of turncoats from DSCC to play for the Umpires namely: Stuart Aldred, Cliff Burns (albeit an umpire sometimes), Matt Ellis (albeit an umpire sometimes), Stephen Jones and Ian Scrimshaw to line up for the Umpires.

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Terry Giles taking three (yes three) good catches for DSCC.

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Stuart Aldred, whilst bowling, having a dummy spit at umpire Ben Harvey (hard to believe isn’t it)

Then it was across the road to the Burn’s place and their beautiful pool for the first BBQ and swim of 2019. This BBQ is very popular with members because of the big shaded pool complete with the long watery slide, the beautiful sculptured grassed and shady BBQ area and all the local fauna that come to visit during the evening. All the young’uns slid and splashed happily until waterlogged and dragged from the pool by their charges.

Traitors Aldred and Jones claimed the opening batter positions and started the Umpires off very, very slowly.

Terror Travels

Jones had 17 dot balls before opening his score with two streaky singles. These were followed by another dot, another streaky single then followed by another 10 dot balls. Umpire Matt Ellis mercifully called a halt to this abysmal display by firing him out LBW to Steve Warriner in the tenth over.

Club members David and Wendy Kozak have recently returned with all limbs intact from a 5 day dive holiday in Port Lincoln where they lived aboard a boat with 10 other people to see and swim with the great white sharks. The first dive (all in a cage) was like being tea bagged to the sharks at the bottom of the ocean.

Aldred scratched around for a streaky 11 runs (no fours or sixes) in nine overs before playing on to Andrew Milne.

Armed with weight belts and no fins meant not a lot of options to quickly get to the surface if something went wrong.

Another turncoat, Scrimma scratched around for 18, although to be fair he hit three boundaries (12 runs) amongst his twenty eight dots and six (6) singles.

Tea bagged down to entice 5 great whites in the darkness and murky water is no laughing matter.

Only Umpires stalwart Cliff Burns 23 not out and Myles Jordan 48 really troubled the scorers.

The sharks looked hungry... tails wagging like a pack of wolves.

At the end of their 40 overs The Umpires had compiled 153 for the loss of 8 wickets.

As one shark tried to chew the cable through, the other four slapped and chomped the cage.

Although the most expensive bowler for DSCC, James Miller nabbed 3 wickets for 24 off his 4 overs. Terry Giles, Chris “Tangles” Rickard and Ben Harvey bowled miserly allowing only single digit runs off their allotted four overs.

Wendy takes up the tale “I turned my back to check on David with the back of my head too close to the opening of the cage.

Andrew Milne in one of his few games for the season batted purposely against all the quicks to hit a nice cameo of 23 retired after coming in quite early in at number three. He was ably supported by Chris “Tangles” Rickard with a composed and controlled 37. DSCC got home comfortably in the 31st over for the loss of 5 wickets.

For the remainder of the dive it were like the sharks were planning how to rip the top of the cage off like a tin can

One shark thought brains for dinner.... I’m sure he would have been disappointed.

The next few days were more relaxed with cold but interesting dives during the day. We were well fed by the boat cook and slept comfortably in the hull, which made it harder to put on the wet suit each day”.

Best of the bowlers for the Umpires were Cliff Burns with two wickets for 15 and Stephen Jones (yes the custard pie chucker) two wickets for 24.

Other highlights of the trip were frolicking with puppy like sea lions and seeing a mob of black footed wallabies.

Some of the highlights during the match were: •

Sophie Brown coming on to bowl at the death (should have been bowled a lot earlier!)

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Steve Brown rolling his ankle jogging to his fielding position

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Steve Brown having a little technicolour chuckle during the match

Wonderful trip all round

DRRA Meeting 7.30 Lesser Hall

5 SHROVE TUESDAY Pancakes @ St Cuthbert’s from 4

Tue

18 KSPWC Short Course commences

DVBB Meeting @ Fire Station

12 KSPWC Toga Party Literary Darlington Review AGM 7 @ Dinner 6.-9.30 Brook Road

4 PUBLIC HOLIDAY

Mon

Darlington History Group Meeting 7.30 @ Lesser Hall

13 Meet the Greens Candidate @ Perrella’s 10 am

Wed

7 Booking Reading @ Boya Library 6pm

Thu

KSPWC Sundowner Session6.30-8.30

29 Darlington Club Sundowner

22 Darlington Club Bocce Night

15 Darlington Club Sundowner

8 Darlington Club BBQ

Fri

March 2019

30 Glen Forrest PS Fete

16 Mundaring District Museum Tour @3pm

Lake Lech Sesh 11-1

9 KSPWC Workshop 1-4

2 Juniper Gallery reopens

Sat

31 Interfaith Prayers and Conversations @ St Cuthbert’s

17 BLUE SKY FESTIVAL

CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY

10 Music @ 2 Montrose 6-8 pm

3 Taize Service @ St Cuthbert’s 6.30

Sun

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Silver Tree Steiner School

PLAYGROUP C o nn ec t o ver sea sona l song s, t r ad it io n a l st oryt el li ng a nd t he s i m p le jo y o f ba k ing br ea d w i t h y our tod dl er . Join with your two or three year old today. www.silvertree.wa.edu.au/playgroup 9296 4787

- H E L E N A CO L L E G E Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not too late to join us for 2019 The academic year may have started, but we are still accepting new students. We have places in many classes, especially Year 1, Year 6, Year 8 and Year 10. If you are thinking about changing schools, hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how to make it sucessful. 1. Picture enjoying all the school offers. Visit the school and imagine being there, with new programmes, teachers and friends. Take a scheduled tour or request a personal one. 2. Ask about support for newcomers. Schools understand that new students and their families feel nervous. At Helena College, we invite prospective students from Years 6-12 to spend a day with us, to see if we are a good fit. 3. Find people who know the school. Ask around and find out what other people have experienced at the school. Talk to as many as possible for a rounded picture. You can talk to us about making a successful move, or join our next tour:

Thursday, 21 March at 11am - Junior School in Darlington (K-5) Tuesday, 26 March at 9.30am - Middle and Upper School in Glen Forrest (6-12) 9298 9100 or registrar@helena.wa.edu.au

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