Darlington Review March 2020

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Editorial

I was really chuffed to be asked by Trea to step in as Guest Editor. Trea is not taking a break though. She is busy putting the finishing touches onto her latest book on the history of the Darlington Arts Festival. Finger crossed, it will be printed and ready for the festival this year.

We are really pleased to welcome some new advertisers this month including Darlington Disco, Gutter Knight, Scott Boulton Tree Services, Eze Construct and Danika Moore dog walking, pet services and photography.

In preparation for my stint this time, I caught up with a few people these last few weeks and I was reminded how interwoven all of the different groups and establishments are within this village and within the broader locality. It caused me to reflect on this local, social ecosystem, how precious it is but also how fragile. Many of the local groups and clubs are able to survive and thrive because of the donations that they receive from benefactors such as the Darlington Review. Think of the Arts Festival, DaSRA, The History Group and more. There can hardly be a local resident that doesn’t benefit in some way from at least one of these groups.

Advertisers old and new are important, this magazine won’t survive without them. If as you flick through the magazine, and you decide at some point to call one of the advertisers, whether it is now or sometime in the future, please let them know if you found them through here. They need to know that they are getting value from the Review too! I know for me, when I see an advertiser in here it is not just that I discover them, after all we know many of the local business that are in our midst, what I see is a business that I perceive as supporting my community and therefore one that I want to support with my custom.

Groups can also join the Review for a very small annual fee, they can have a half or whole page to cover their group or organisation, publish upcoming events and tell their stories.

It keeps everyone in touch, encourages new membership and builds that sense of community.

And don’t forget that you can find old editions of the Review on www.darlingtonreview.com.au.

In this digital age of Social Media, the Review may seem to some as though it is from a time gone by, and yet, in reading the delightful letter from Abi Hall and in chatting with my neighbours I know that many people literally do read it cover to cover. There are also still a surprising number of people that don’t access Facebook.

A reminder to Members of the Review that the Darlington Review AGM is to be held on Monday 9 March at 7pm, 6A Brook Road.

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Is there an echo on the line?

This March edition of the Review feels a little like an echo of the March 2017 and 2018 editions! Three years ago, a determined and vocal team led by Neil Mathews and David Silk, took on a seemingly impossible fight with Optus over their proposed new mobile phone tower on Victor Road.

It was a dilemma back then, the location would affect the amenity of surrounding homes, though the need for an improved mobile signal in Darlington was patently clear. A compromise was suggested by locals, why not use existing Western Power infrastructure on Victor Road, just a stone’s throw away from the proposed site? No, said Optus and against the odds, they quietly retreated. Now, here we are again. Optus is back with a brand-new proposal. They are going to be using the Western Power infrastructure after all. This revised proposal cannot be challenged as it is using existing infrastructure so does not need planning approval. Details are available at www.rfnsa.com.au/6070003. It feels like it is a win-win for everyone. Currently the tower is 3G/4G only but any improvement in signal has to be a good thing. I look forward to the interesting and heated discussion that will ensue when any suggestion of 5G surfaces in the future.

DRRA Vice President Steve Beadle proposed that the accessibility of information pertaining to planning applications on the Shire Website could be improved as it can be difficult to find what has been proposed and what has been approved etc Meeting attendees unanimously agreed and the motion was carried.

On behalf of DCRAG, Trish Cook also put forward a number of excellent motions including the Large Tree Replacement and Management Plan (LTRMP) see the DCRAG note section for more information.

Both NIMBY and YIMBY (is that a thing?)

Sometimes if feels as though we are saying no to everything, no to phone towers, flight paths, big developments, medium developments, sub division etc.

But looking again, as a community we have proven ourselves to be a fighting force against developments that will substantially change the amenity of our village lifestyle. However, on the flip side to the ‘not in my back yard’, there are also the yes, let’s build the skate park, extend and update the pavilion, build that new barbeque down on the oval, create the history walk trail that tips a nod to indigenous roots and European settlers, develop a community garden, and keep improving this area for the benefit of all. When the community is asked for help, volunteers seem to appear. New friends’ groups are created to tackle areas along the heritage trail, in little known reserves and parks, and anywhere there is a suspect wattle, watsonia or other invasive weed.

It is good to have a voice The Darlington Residents and Ratepayers Association is one of the volunteer groups that are there in the background keeping an eye out for anything that may be of interest or importance to us Darlington folk.

The Shire acknowledges that ratepayer groups may be small but they are mighty. Having a small group raising many things on behalf of the village is easier for them to focus on than many individuals approaching them about the same or similar things.

DRRA members also catch up with other ratepayer groups on a quarterly basis, with a view to supporting each other, keeping aware of what’s going on in the neighbourhood, and having a united voice on matters that are of importance wherever possible.

At the Annual Mundaring Shire Electors meeting in February, ratepayer groups from various areas including Stoneville, Mount Helena, Darlington and Parkerville attended and put forward motions. There were some excellent suggestions proposed, many of which were carried. Minutes are available on the shire website.

Above: the cars rest on the Tree Protection Zone of the large trees along Pine Terrace Photo Trish Cook DRRA are keeping an eye on shire agendas for any planning applications that would be of special interest to the village thus ensuring that locals are aware of any significant potential changes in zoning to properties, large scale changes to infrastructure - think phone towers, roads, water treatment plants and commercial developments. The sort of stuff that matters to the community. It is clear that challenging plans that were approved years ago is often far too late in the process.

Go along to one of their monthly meetings, or even join up as a household for just $10 per year. Have your say about what goes on in this village. Next meeting is on Tuesday 3 March at the Darlington Lesser Hall.

Another day another battle Of course, no sooner has one battle come to a conclusion, as a community we find ourselves in the midst of others. Flanked on one side by the Save Perth Hills fight and on the other by a smaller but nonetheless prescient sense of a growing stain on our doorsteps.

The former CSIRO site, is one of those developments that has the potential to irreparably change everything about the feel of our neighbourhood. Once the precedent has been set, how long until all of the large blocks along Clayton and Victor apply for rezoning and redevelopment?

At the February Ratepayers meeting, Helen Addison of the Save Helena Valley group, came along to discuss the current planning application for the former CSIRO site on Fyfe Street and Clayton Road. There has been a fair amount of confusion around this development and its intended use that has garnered some local sympathy and also some local concern and suspicion. Namely there have been some suggestions that it could be used for special needs, the elderly, students or some other well deserving demographic. Ultimately, the developer has not specified their intent, and they don’t actually have to tell us who the target

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Darlington Arts Festival

resident audience is, and we still do not know exactly what’s going on here.

The Festival committee are searching for new talent across all areas as some would like to scale back a bit so that they don’t burn out!

We have roped in the very talented Ian Crawford to help us move the website to a new hosting site, one that is fit for purpose. Last year, some art entrants struggled to process their applications so we hope new hosting will resolve things. We are also looking for more people to help with website content management, if you are WordPress savvy (or would like to learn, we can teach you), copy writing, graphic design, social media, regular media and more. The plan is to have a comms subcommittee, where we can meet up over coffee (or wine) and divvy up tasks while keeping the same look and feel across all platforms. If you are interested in any of this, and have time, put your hand up.

There are public concerns around the developer’s indicative plans, that those 16 units on the existing site could be expanded to include an additional 55 units or park homes. Details can be found on the shire website dating back to the Shire Agenda of 9 may 2017.

While the shire has opposed the application in its current form, the developer has vowed to pursue their agenda at State Advisory Tribunal (SAT) with a view to amending LPS4 that will rezone the former CSIRO site from Rural Residential to Additional Use. SAT have deferred their decision to mid-April.

Councillor Darrell Jones, came along to the DRRA meeting to provide an update on the Shire’s position, (even though he was still officially on leave). He reminded us that while the Shire will continue to fight regardless of the cost, they can only fight elements that do not comply with planning rules. If those rules are changed by SAT, the Shire must abide by the rules and potentially approve the development if it becomes compliant.

The fundraising and events team are still gung-ho and putting in maximum effort to bring those wild DAF nights to the village.

They are also looking for some new, young blood to come along, to run a fund-raising event or two and to keep things fresh and exciting. Is that you? We can never have enough fund raisers, so if you actually enjoy calling people up and asking for money for a great cause, then please, please join the committee.

Help!

Save Perth Hills continue their fight and are asking for your input. They would like help dropping 2000 flyers in letterboxes throughout the shire between now and 15 March. Can you help? Let Denise know who you are, where you can cover, how many flyers and when you can do it. saveperthhillsinc@gmail.com

Sculpture on the Scarp are looking for an installation Manager – ideally one that has experience in public art installation.

DAF will also be on the hunt for judges and curators for the various art exhibitions and of course the whole event will want the usual army of volunteers.

Knitting Nannas (against fracking)

It would be hard to argue that the festival is not loved by all and that it seems to get better every year, but it takes a lot of money and huge amount of goodwill from all the volunteers and committee members. For all of that, everyone on the committee will tell you how great it is to be a part of it.

The AGM is on Monday 16 March at the Darlington Lesser Hall 7pm for a 7:30 start. If you can’t make it but you are interested in joining; email admin@darlingtonartsfestival.com

Poster Competition Janette Huston of knitting Nannas against Gas got in touch with the Review. She is hoping to drum up some volunteers to help with setup, manning and pull down of stalls at some upcoming events including the Blue Sky Festival, plus others events in the local are over the next few months.

The Poster competition opens on 2nd March. The past two years since re-launch it was won by Allie Cormack, both fantastic designs. We want you to come up with a new, fabulous design, something that captures the spirit of the festival. Something that will look good in print, and maybe on a t-shirt or a wall, and will appeal across the generations. Why not give it a go?

Judging is blind – the judges don’t know the name of entrants until after the winner has been chosen.

Intrigued by the name, I asked Janette to let me know what it was all about. She said; ‘Nowhere in WA is safe from gas extraction. Many of the state’s most iconic, cherished and valuable landscapes are under threat from unconventional gasfields and fracking.

There are currently two main companies with gas exploration permits covering a large part of the region, starting from the heart of the Swan Valley, and heading north over Walyunga National Park, Bullsbrook, Chittering and beyond, as well as going north from Muchea and Guilderton on the coast.

Along with local, regional and national groups, we are working to educate people, build the movement and stop fracking. We hope to hold stalls in the local area and are looking for volunteers to help man the stalls. If this is something you would like to do then we would like to hear from you. Please contact Janette 0407633 771 or peakpot@westnet.com.au 5

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Sculpture on the Scarp Sculpture on the Scarp will open for entries soon – check the website for details.

Due to the complexity of setting up an outdoor exhibition, entries for the sculpture exhibition have to close long before any others open, so if you plan to exhibit, start designing now and apply when applications open.

You will be able to submit drawings and designs, completing the artwork nearer to the time of the festival.

Open art, stalls, and performing arts applications will open in June or July. Notifications will go out on Facebook, the website and here in the Review.

This year the festival will run 7-8 November.

Homo Eclectic Mundaring Art centre is showing Hans A r k e v e l d ’s Homo Eclectic exhibition.

Curated by Robyn Talyer, art historian and friend of the artist.

It provides a rare opportunity to see such an interesting and diverse catalogue of work up close and in the intimate surroundings of the Arts Centre. This is an exhibition not to be missed! It continues at Mundaring Art Centre until 29 March.

out to nothing than turn up late to something significant. Colin James reiterates the same message in the Darlington Bushfire Ready Group message. Remain vigilant, keep your surrounds fire safe, and if you see something that just feels a little off, call it in and provide as much information as you can.

If you are interested in knowing more about becoming a volunteer, you can go down to the station on Saturday mornings 9am to 10:30 to find out what is involved.

Critters in need Please keep an eye out for the quenda/bandicoots around and about Darlington and beyond.

There has been an outbreak of sarcoptic mange that is affecting these cute little creatures in the Rolystone area which although some distance from us we should still keep an eye for tell-tale signs here. If you see any quenda with balding, inflamed skin or excessive itching, call DRWS on 9394 0885. Sick animals should be taken to either a local vet or one of the local wildlife shelters. Or email support@darlingrangewildlife.com.au. Details can be found on the Village website too.

Wasps and trees

See the MAC section in this edition of the Review for information on both MAC and other scheduled exhibitions at the Midland Junction Art Centre too including an exhibition by print media artist Emma Jolley.

Art Scholarship The Robert Juniper Award for the Arts is a generous scholarship offing up to $9,000 annually and is open to young people under the age of 35 that excel at their chosen art form.

Applications are open now and close on 30 September. www.mundaringarts.org

The great outdoors It is a relief that there is just one month (officially) left of summer. I for one am looking forward to the air cooling, the rain coming, the creeks filling. I hope that soon, the top up of our multiple bird baths and water bowls lasts more than a few hours!

We have so far, been very fortunate that despite the long, hot dry season, that we have had so little fire action here in the village and surrounds. We are fortunate too that our local volunteers have been quick to extinguish any that have started. In their section of the Review we are reminded to be vigilant always, if we smell or see smoke, to call 000. The brigade with rather head

I want to give a shout out to Stacey August. Stacey has this knack of noticing the little things that are just on the periphery of our attention. It is the sort of stuff that matters.

Recently on the Darlington Hub Stacey mentioned that a European Wasp trap had been put in the Darlington Station Reserve, and that any of us can help in the fight to eradicate these pests by adopting a trap in our own back yard.

Following on from that post I got in touch with DPIRD to find out more. They responded with’ We would love to encourage your readers to join our Adopt-a-Trap initiative to assist in the detection of European wasps. All the information is in the link below- if anyone is interested in helping out all they need to do is follow the link and click on the sign up here link: Adopt-a-trap https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/european-wasp/ european-wasp-adopt-trap-initiative Having more traps in a diversity of locations will help DPIRD to pinpoint where the pesky nests are, and it will take the guesswork out of whether the wasp you see is one of the baddies.

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effort and countless committee members, volunteers and local suppliers that have donated, time and materials or generously discounted rates. This building is remarkable. As Sue Lavell said to me recently. With so much community involvement in this project over the years, we truly own this building albeit metaphorically.

Stacey has also put a call out to locals living near any trees on public verges or on reserves, to perhaps donate a bucket of water or a little hose-time every now and then. The trees are getting stressed with the long hot dry spell, and would appreciate a drink, albeit that they have had a little dousing in recent days.

And most exciting to me as an art loving, not sporty person, is that Alistair Taylor will soon begin work on the stunning mural to go on the side of the pavilion. You will have seen the artwork on the Darlington Tee shirts, though since that initial design Alistair has been busy adding in a few more details to capture the diversity of characters on our oval. We are very grateful to Alistair for his generous support of the project and we look forward to enjoying this artwork long into the future.

Amongst many other things, Stacey is also looking after the Owen Road beautification plan and the Large Tree Management and Replacement Plan, and is of course a hardworking, Friends of Darlington Station (FODs) member too.

FODs and also Friends of Mandoon Reserve are always ready to welcome new members. The main qualifications required are a willingness to turn up, have a cup of tea, weald a broom, or a shovel and enjoy a good yarn.

Pavilion Gig 2020 Our new Community Pavilion was once again centre stage for the third annual Pavilion Gig, held on January 25. Around 600 people came along to support the fundraising for the final stages of the pavilion and to support the Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade too.

This month new a new friends group the Friends of Waylen’s Landing – FOWL also have their own section within the Review.

With one foot in local history and another in environmental regeneration of the area you could be forgiven for crying FOWL if you go down to meet them.

Last year it was really good, but this year there was just something about it that felt really special. There was a festival vibe, and a broader demographic. In its third year now, you could tell that organisers had got the setup just right. Families brought their picnic blankets and cushions. Kids, even the littlest got into the music early, as soon as the first notes sounded, they were on their feet and swaying with the rhythm.

Friends of Glen Park Reserve also continue their great work of weed eradication down at Nyaania Creek and would welcome additional hands. They meet up in the area behind Kathleen Skipsey Hall on Glen Road twice a week.

The Forest Darlings Incorporating ladies from Glen Forest and Darlington, the newly formed branch of the Country Women’s Association are welcoming new members at the Kathleen Skipsy hall on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7pm. They have plans for regular speakers, skills sharing and also craft nights where you can learn to knit, crochet or do paper craft amongst other things.

Glen Whission continues to shine a light on many of the new, young local bands that are coming up through the ranks both at this gig and at the DAF. At this gig, was a brilliant and refreshing line up incorporating 21 musicians across the four acts.

And then there is DCRAG

The event is becoming a fixture on the Darlington calendar and Geoff and Glen wish to pass on their deep gratitude to the main sponsors Lotterywest; Hon Matthew Hughes MLA; Cambridge Solar and Sustainability; and Bendigo Bank Mundaring.

Darlington Community Recreation Advisory Group (DCRAG) is spearheaded Trish Cook and supported by a cast of hardworking and talented community volunteers. If DRRA do the keeping up with what is going on, DCRAG are the group with the purse, obtaining grants and approvals for lots of the ongoing and upcoming projects that are covered in the Masterplan. This also includes the Lower Recreation Master Plan (LRMP) which incorporates the Skate park and the Community Gardens.

Special thanks to Joe and Gabby Holdsworth, Trish Cook, Sonja Parker and Alison Atkinson for manning the gate and encouraging attendees to be forthcoming with their voluntary entry fee. It was great to see how many people were more than happy to pay to get in, and many actually gave more than they were asked. Event-goers were also able to support the local Bush Fire Brigade by donating to support the tireless efforts of these wonderful volunteers.

Nearly, almost and so so close!

Finally; some appreciation for the generosity of those that donated door prizes including Dave Hole gifting some CDs and

For DaSRA and the Darlington Pavilion, these are exciting times.

Although financially there is still a significant hill to climb, thanks to a loan from a generous community member, work has continued and is close to completion. The two buildings are now connected, the change rooms are complete and the canteen is about to be fitted out.

The official opening of the pavilion is planned of 2 May. With more than 10 years of

Lucky winners!

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by Glen Whisson.

According to organisers Geoff Barker and Glen Whisson the event was so successful that a fourth annual concert in 2021 is inevitable.

Live at the Hall After a highly successful event at the Hall last year featuring Bill Chambers, Lucky Oceans and Blue Manna, organisers Ben Smeeton and Glen Whisson look set to pull it off again with Live at the Hall #2 featuring the mercurial Rob Hyner and accomplices on Friday March 27.

If you are new to Darlington and don’t know anyone, or maybe you have lived in the village for years but feel it is time to expand your circle. Whatever your situation, head on down on a Friday evening, you will be made welcome and will soon know a lot of people.

And what’s more, the club is a benefactor of many worthy causes. Over the years, it has donated to DAF and to DaSRA, to the Royal Flying Doctors and Darlington Primary School to name a few. Sue Estimates the club may have donated circa $40,000 over the years.

Are you ready to …

Get on Track… because, Cliff burns is kicking off the 2020 bushwalking season with a series of 18 walks. The schedule is laid out on their page in this edition. While you are there ask Cliff about the local history, or the plans for the ‘Tribute to Early Years’ heritage walk trail and the proposed Native six season garden that he and fellow History Group members are working on.

See the back cover of this edition for details. I have it on good authority that is going to one of those events that sells out quickly as these are well known and popular acts.

Pianist extraordinaire and local legend Rob Hyner is treating Darlington to what could be his final public appearance during a very special show at the Darlington Hall. His quartet is filled with WA jazz legends including Pete Evans on drums who has recently returned from the US where he completed a Masters degree in drumming, long time friend and long serving Perth jazz bass player, mentor and teacher Murray Wilkins and award winning Perth superstar jazz singer Libby Hammer. Rob always puts on an unpredictable show with music ranging from Frédéric Chopin to Oscar Peterson and everything in-between.

Darlington will also welcome The Cope Street Parade who will be the support band for the night. Touring from Melbourne, they are known to deliver the hot sounds of gypsy swing mixed with elements of New Orleans traditional jazz.

These musicians really are the cream of the crop in Perth, and together with support act The Cope Street Band (who are on tour from Melbourne), this promises to be a fantastic evening.

With Rob’s vast array of supporters and students this event will sell out very quickly. Details at www.trybooking.com/BIHOG This event is being run in conjunction with the Darlington club and a $10 discount per ticket is being offered to club members.

If you are thinking of joining the Darlington Club, this makes it an even more attractive proposition!

Time to join in.

Do you fancy getting involved in a community group but only have Friday evenings free? The Darlington Club is always on the lookout for new members to swell their ranks. I met up with Sue Lavell, another of our local residents that seems to be everywhere and involved in so many community events. Sue a former DAF president, Sue and David Lavell and current Darlington Club president got me pretty excited about the club.

They meet every Friday evening at the Lesser Hall from 6:30pm.

It is not all in the past The Darlington History Group have established a new website, created by DHG Webmaster Rob Borsje. It has links to a wealth of information about the area and there is even some footage of a steam train travelling through Darlington Station! Incredible.

Visit www.dhg.org.au and perhaps as this edition’s letter writer suggests, you could join the History Group and discover more about this area.

The DHG have a guest speaker on 11 March at 7.30pm in the Lesser Hall with details to be publicised on the DHG website calendar and on Facebook. See the DHG section in this edition for information.

Taking shape The new Darlington locality plan Oct 2019 is available for download and review on the Darlington Village website under the menu of Community Groups and DRRA. You can also access plans the plans from 1987 and 1998 too. Please take some time to have a look and to provide your feedback. It is likely that there will be a public meeting in the near future where your input will be welcomed. Details will be published here and on Facebook when known.

Other events Save Perth Hills will be having a rally down at the Mundaring Sculpture Park starting at 9:30 am on 15 March. This will be followed by the annual Blue Sky Festival which kicks off at 10:30am Great news for our billy cart enthusiasts, entries and stallholder applications have just opened for the 2020 Hills Billy Cart Festival in October. With just 99 places available this popular event is sure to fill up fast and is an event to bookmark in your calendar.

Guest Editor

The club host a variety of events from quiz nights, to food events ranging from bread and soup through to Italian feasts and curry nights. They play Bocci, have blues nights where you can be serenaded by a ukulele, dance or perhaps joining the group for a little salsa or line dancing. Go as often as you like and pick and choose the events that appeal most to you.

Colette Murray

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Letter to the Review Less than a Pint of Beer - from A Hall, Glen Road

the Darlington History Group. After a subsequent meet up later with Cliff and Val the Chair, I realised I had joined DHG. “Isn’t that a group of oldies, talking about old stuff over cups of tea?” asked the one at home. It turns out they are mainly of mature years, but so am I, and after visiting Val the Chair yesterday to discuss policy, grants, research, planning, strategy, and funding I don’t think they have much time to put the kettle on.

I love the Darlington Review. Every month I read everything, and as I read it I feel that I am part of the community, acquainted with familiar names that pop up regularly each month. When I say names I mean just that – I don’t know most of these people. Every month I pause for thought “Wow, these people are incredible. Look at all these volunteers. Look at all these people doing things for this community. I should do something, join one of these groups, help out a bit, be part of this vibrant community.” Invariably I turn over the last page, read the back, and soon forget that thought. This month while reading and feeling all aglow with community, I pondered how little I actually know about Darlington, despite living here for 14 years. Where did the village name come from – why is it called a village? Was the oval a vineyard? Who owned that beautiful stone house up on Leithdale Road? When did the train cease running? What famous people lived here, was Darlington more boho in the 60s, did witches really dance around in the bush at midnight? And many other vexing questions to ponder while I mow the lawn.

Val the Chair said membership is often top-of-mind. When she told me how many Darlington residents were actually members I was astonished – not because there were more than I expected but because the figure was not even in double digits. For just a fraction more than a cup of coffee - but less than a pint of beer - you can support dedicated researchers, investigators, scholars and writers who passionately volunteer to preserve the history and heritage of your village and community.

The DHG researched the history of our beloved Darlington Arts Festival, and commissioned Trea Wiltshire (she of the pen extraordinaire) to write the book. It is finished and ready to print – but there are no funds to do it. This book needs community power to get printed! There are about 1,500 houses in Darlington.

If just 1 person from each house was a member of DHG for just $5 a year, there would be money to print the book - in time for you to purchase it before the next DAF. You will also be kept in the loop about the brilliant (yes, brilliant!) future projects that the group are presently exploring, researching, collating . . . and not a cuppa in sight.

I am amazed as a former history guide that I do not know these things (Oops, predictor text typo – amazed should read ashamed). This month, on the back of the review, there were my answers - 4 books that immediately peaked my interest (I lie, Social Cricket in Darlington did not). When collecting my books, I had a chat with the delightful Cliff who told me about

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Darlington Social Cricket Club Family Weekend This year’s family weekend is sojourning to Molloy Park near Augusta at the mouth of the beautiful Blackwood River. Plenty of activities of boating, swimming, eateries, wineries and much more.

This year’s games theme is “Despicable Me.” We am sure Gru, Dr Nefario and Vector will devise a lot a crazy situations for you to encounter, not to mention the orphan kids and all the minions to create mayhem.

Don’t forget the treasure hunt to start off the adventures and the raw egg catching to finish the Sunday afternoon fun.

While it is sad to see the end of our Ayr Salean adventures, we are sure the club will made Molloy Caravan Park their own this year and stamp the unique DSCC brand on it.

Ben Harvey’s 25 not out and Dave Kozak 14 not out were serviceable additions but unfortunately this was at the expense of a very slow run rate and the credit for this has to go to the pressure applied by the O’Reilly bowlers.

The late slash and (attempted) bash by the remainder came to naught, and the end total of 3/138, though respectable, was looking a bit tight to defend.

With pressure on, the bowling started very well with Matt Ellis unlucky with 0/6, Glenn Farrant 0/6, Cliff Burns 1/5, Steve Warriner 2/7 and Duncan Bell 1/10 all doing their part in pinning the O’Reilly’s down.

While the rest of the bowlers were not so great it came down to the O’Reilly XI needing 17 from the last over and things were looking promising for the DSCC squad until Captain Cork brought himself on to bowl the last over.

O’Reilly XI versus DSCC 19th January As you are all likely aware this was touted as a first for all, and a great opportunity to exercise the T-20 format, long spoken about but never enacted.

The ever increasing O’Reilly clan had enough players to make the day a double header, so with the multitudes available on both sides, teams were split up and a morning and afternoon T-20 clash was set in motion.

Needless to say just 5 balls and 1 no ball later the O’Reilly’s were victorious for the second time on the day and plenty of accolades must go to Tim O’Reilly who mercilessly polished it off at the end.

Only one coin toss was performed and it was agreed that the team batting first in Game 1 would bat second in Game 2.

DSCC won the toss, decided the O’Reilly’s should bat, and as it would turn out, be the only thing DSCC we won all day (save 1 magic moment).

GAME 1 T-20 Summary

- Tim the wrecker In all it was a great day and an exciting format with players given the option of a half day or full day, allowing for family time and chores still to be done on the day.

Our thanks to Cam Giles and Cliff Williams for their impartial umpiring which cannot be said and will not be said for the other one.

- part of the large crowd at the post matches BBQ -

- Bored DSCC players’ pre start pretending to listen to Cork waffle on Batting first saw O’Reilly’s get off to an absolute flyer with Mick retiring on 26 (aligned retirement for the format was 25) after only 4 overs.

Some heavy hitter were soon to follow with Jason 25 and Lachlan 24 not out contributing to the quick fire and seriously impressive 6/174 total off their allotted 20 overs.

Most of the bowling shared the stiff stick being handed out, though Ellis 1 for 2, Warriner 0/6, Bell 1/12, and Van der Laan 0/10 were economical standouts from their allotted 2 over spells.

At the changeover DSCC were undaunted and set about matching and then beating the required run rate of 8.7 with Ellis in great touch blasting 26 not out after 4 overs and Bell supporting with 28 not out after 10 overs.

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The O’Reilly BBQ was a treat as always with plenty of people present and a great atmosphere. Thank you Mick and Kath as

Pick up Cricket - 2nd February After the Nedlands Rugby Club game was cancelled due to Nedlands not being able to field a side, some members of DSCC decided they’d like to get together and have a hit anyway. Nigel Durkin was the instigator and prime pusher, he pushed send on the email button as hard as he hits a cricket ball over mid-on and just as often, in the few days leading up to the weekend.

Steve Warriner with 24 held the middle order together whilst partners came and went finally getting some good support at the end with Guy Thompson 15 and Craig Van der Laan 18.

There were 12 players identified, with one no show in Stephe Jones.

Rumours flew that he in fact did attend the game at one point during the day but no one is sure of it because we didn’t hear him. It’s possible some other vertically challenged, pink shirt wearing individual walked past the pavilion.

Alas, this was not enough and DSCC fell 24 runs shy in the end.

With Jonesy as a no show Xavier Parsons was selected to play.

Afternoon tea was served and everyone was grateful for the fantastic spread put together by Jane and Chris Arnold. Thank you also to Chris Cork for her help with the cooking, setting up and packing away.

With 12 players split into two teams, one member of the batting side scored, one umpired in pads and the remaining two helped the fielding side so that there were a total of 8 players in the field. The ropes were brought in to attempt to reduce the number of threes and to give those of us with limp wrists the chance to hit a six. This worked as there were no threes but 17 sixes.

Game 2 T-20 Summary On to game 2 and the tables were turned with DSCC getting first bite of the cherry and a chance to set the run chase and put on some scoreboard pressure.

Things again got off to a flyer with Glenn Farrant 26 not out after just 3 overs and Craig Van der Laan 28 not out in the 7th over has DSCC dreaming of big things.

att Parson’s team batted first, Durkin Jnr got off to a quick start amassing 37 of 18 deliveries before a wily Cliff Burns sent one under his bat. Glenn Farrant continued to compile partnerships with Steve Warriner and Todd Gordon before retiring. Warriner was caught off the bowling of Kozak, as was Matt Parsons after compiling 37 himself. Clint Kuchel (of Carlton Kooks

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and with as much cricketing ability that allowed Farrant’s ball to find the gap between possum and pad, guaranteeing himself a chance to bat again. He was bowled by Farrant who off a twostep run up managed to dislodge the leg side bail with such ferocity that said bail soared over fine leg’s head and should there have been club members watching on the hill, their chardonnay would have been nicely oaked.

Cliff Williams and family put on a delicious afternoon tea highlighted by a mint slice that would have won awards at any CWA bake-off anywhere in Australia. Durkin Senior’s team started off strong with Cliff Burns and Guy Thompson both retiring with Kozak almost managed the same, falling 4 runs short of his 50 when bowled by Farrant. Durkin himself retired after facing 23 balls. Ben Devine stepped to the crease and swung so hard at his first ball that the bat slipped from his hands and sailed to a deepish square leg.

Xavier Parsons managed 9 off his first dig before being bowled by Farrant, he managed to find the fence for a third time (for the day) when returning for his second dig before being absolutely scorched by Devine who had decided tip and run was the order of the day when the pair required only four runs off the remaining four balls only to find himself caught out, off the very next delivery, again off the bowling of Farrant.

Requiring 3 from 3 balls Durkin miss-hit to mid-on for 1, Guy stepped up and cracked the penultimate ball over midwicket to make it the ultimate ball.

It was at this point that Trinity (a local horticulturalist with a penchant for reggae) who had been supporting the batting side from the car park, laughed like a cross between a Kookaburra and Stephe Jones and then reminded Devine that he wasn’t holding a boomerang. On the following delivery Devine held the bat as a python would hold a possum

The whole playing group hung out to enjoy some beer (adults only) and nibbles and to yarn over all things cricket. While the bail going for six would have seemed like an impressive event to remember the game by, lightning struck twice because during this game there was not one dropped catch!

The Darlington Club Coming events:

The Club opens at 6.30pm most Fridays at Darlington Lesser Hall. BYO drinks and nibbles.

27th March LIVE AT THE HALL see flyer 3rd April Sundowner 10th April Closed for Easter.

17th April Darts competition.

24th April Closed for Anzac vigil.

1st May Sundowner.

8th May Remember Mother’s Day.

Details to follow.

15th May Sundowner.

22nd May Movie Night. To be advised.

We’re planning more live music, as well as salsa and swing dancing classes. Contact Sue on 0439 273 213 or email oshadhi@iinet.net.au for details.

This year’s opening night on Valentine’s Day was a huge success, with some new faces amongst regulars for the Fish and Chip night. In the library there has been new additions, with some long term books given a new lease of life elsewhere. Feel free to come and browse, take a book and/ or donate a book. On March 27th we have a real treat in store for you as per flyer below. For current Club members there is a $10 discount from admission price. A good time to join or renew membership at only $20/person or $40/family. Pay Bendigo Bank account BSB: 633 000 Account No: 124527748. Please contact Glen on 0498 050 444 or Ben on 0431 516 533 for your membership discount.

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Mustard Seed - Discovering Computers Why We Use Gmail

• Gmail has rich text features. You can use stylish fonts, colours, indents, bullets, hyperlinks and emoticons. Photos can be loaded directly into messages or sent as attachments.

At Mustard Seed we teach twelve emailing skills and yes, folk still use emails even in these days of Social Media, What’s App, Texting and the like.

• Gmail is fast. Messages are usually delivered within 10 seconds.

• Having all your emailing with Gmail means there your messages, contacts and the like are not cluttering up your computer. It also means you don’t need special software to handle your mail.

We use Gmail because it has • Huge storage space. I have had an email account for 8 years and have only just used half of the available free storage for all my important emails.

• Gmail is available online anywhere in the world (with the notable exception of China) and on any device – smartphone, tablet, computer, Mac or Windows.

• Mail from your Gmail account is encrypted. This is why it isn’t available in China. It is too private for the government there.

• If you have Gmail it is also your Google Account. It gives you full and free access to many apps which we teach at Mustard Seed.

Apps like Maps, Photos, Drive, YouTube, Calendar, Translate, Contacts, Docs, Google Earth, ChromeCast and Keep .

Is it little wonder that Google has 1.5 billion active users? That equates to one Gmail account for every 5 people world-wide!

• When you have Gmail, you don’t need to change your address when you change providers. Your email address always stays the same.

• You can add other email accounts to your Gmail – Hotmail, Yahoo or any provider address. All your email accounts are merged into one secure account.

• If your computer crashes, or a fire wipes out your belongings all your emails are safe and securely stored on Google’s advanced servers.

• It is easy to search out past emails. The search facility on Gmail is extremely advanced.

• Spam handling is excellent. Google uses advanced commercial level software to thoroughly check for malware and virus in your mail.

• Gmail allows you to send attachments totalling 25MB. Many providers won’t allow more than 5MB.

We are continuing with our training programme to develop more technology mentors. Pictured above is IT specialist John Hassell working with a group late last year. If you have a basic understanding of computing contact us to become involved. It is all free and extremely informative. And we desperately need more mentors. Phone Brian on 0491 044 805.

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Matthew Hughes MLA JP - Member for Kalamunda Last year, the Western Australian Parliament achieved something incredible by passing laws that provide a real choice for sick Western Australians at the end of their lives. By passing Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation, we demonstrated that our Parliament can, with courage and determination, and at the instigation of a forward looking Labor Government, achieve ambitious, sweeping reform.

The work now continues.

When the WA Labor Government came to office at the beginning of 2017, the outlook was bleak for many Western Australians.

The economy was going backwards as WA experienced its only recession on record. Major decisions had been put off for too long and our State was directionless at the hands of a divided government. People were rightly concerned about their prospects and those of their children. The old ideas and proposals were not turning things around. Since the very first day in office the McGowan Labor Government has been hard at work delivering the fresh approach. The result is that Western Australia is now stronger and Western Australians are better off.

The economy is on a growth trajectory, and is projected to grow at three per cent this year, compared to one per cent last year and a 2.7 per cent contraction in the last year of the previous government. More than 50 000 jobs have been generated and the unemployment rate is a full per cent lower than when WA Labor came to government, despite a higher participation rate, with 11 000 fewer Western Australians unemployed.

Strong financial management means running surpluses, not privatising essential assets such as the sale of Western Power (which remains Liberal/National policy). The lower debt achieved by the McGowan Labor Government means lower interest bills. This has saved taxpayers more than $800 million over the first three years of the McGowan Labor government. That is $800 million not wasted on eye-watering interest payments.

This has only been achieved due to our fiscal restraint and strong controls on expenditure growth. Expenditure growth is tracking at just over a third of the rate of the previous government and is forecast to average just 1.6 per cent over the forward estimates. It is essential to keep expenditure growth under control because of Western Australia’s volatile revenue sources. WA needs a buffer of surpluses. It is irresponsible to spend every last dollar.

The McGowan Labor Government has a lot of work to do before this fortieth Parliament comes to an end. This includes the passage of legislation to create the Western Australia Future Fund Amendment (Future Health Research and Innovation Fund); the High Risk Offenders Bills; the Railway (METRONET) Amendment Bill 2019, allowing for the construction of the Morley–Ellenbrook rail line; and the Small Business Development Corporation Amendment Bill 2019, which will ensure a fairer regime and genuine advocate for subcontractors.

A priority will be the passage of the Work Health and Safety Bill 2019, a vital piece of legislation that will modernise this state’s workplace health and safety regime, and introduce the offence of industrial manslaughter. This is essential legislation that will go a long way to ensuring that Western Australians come home safe and sound from a day’s work.

Three new pieces of legislation to bring justice to Western Australians will be introduced. The Family Violence Legislation Reform Bill 2019, is an essential initiative in the fight against the scourge of family and domestic violence. This bill creates new offences for strangulation and persistent violence, requires the police to record every reported incident of family violence, broadens the government’s ability to monitor offenders electronically, and makes it easier to obtain restraining orders. The Family Court Amendment Bill 2019 will provide better protections for victims of family violence during cross-examinations in Family Court proceedings. Family and domestic violence is an insidious problem, hidden from view from far too long.

The Legislative Assembly will also consider the Children and Community Services Amendment Bill 2019. This legislation will implement not only 41 recommendations from the statutory review of the Children and Community Services Act, but also recommendations arising from the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.

Included in this legislation is the extension of mandatory reporting requirements to ministers of religion, an essential component to ensuring that future generations of children are kept safe from abuse.

The McGowan Labor Government will introduce new provisions to outlaw the practice of puppy farming in Western Australia. After extensive consultation across the state, it is intended to create a new regime where dogs can be traced throughout their lives through a central registration system, allowing authorities to identify unscrupulous or illegal breeders and shut down their operations. The Dog Amendment (Stop Puppy Farming) Bill 2019 will fulfil a key election commitment and help to protect the welfare, safety and health of dogs in Western Australia.

When it comes to our State, a fresh approach and fresh ideas are what were needed. This government has achieved a lot and has a busy agenda ahead.

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Darlington Community Recreation Advisory Group (DCRAG) Large Tree Replacement and Management Group

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A big thank you to Stacey August whom you may have seen walking around the village area with a measuring device, looking up and possibly hugging the trees. Stacey and her DCRAG subgroup have complied an inventory of all our large trees for a report soon to be delivered the Shire of Mundaring (SOM). The inventory and subsequent report provides information for support of the recently passed motion at the Annual Electors’ 3rd February meeting. Our motion asks for the Council to consider funding for a professional plan for the care and replacement of large trees in the village recreation area. Further, we have asked that Council set aside nearfuture funds for the implementation of this plan. The motion was supported by the wider SOM audience, as the plan could be used as a template for other villages such as Mount Helena. The motion is available at darlingtonvillage. org website under Community Groups / DCRAG/ Large Tree Management Plan and the main information document will also be up soon.

Sonja Parker is continuing lease negotiations with the SOM now that the lease area has been pegged. The drainage outlet hiccup has been resolved. Deb and Mike Owen are pursuing Community Garden grant opportunities. Candice Cahill and her team are working on the design.

Watch this space!

This pine tree has sadly died and will be removed, but what about replacing large trees?

New pathways, retic, turf and TPZ protections The SOM has started laying new paths in the hall/playground area. We hope that it also includes the protection of the large trees in the village by aerating the base of the tree, known as the Tree Protection Zone (TPZ). DCRAG have also requested ‘boxing out’ the TPZ of the four large trees along Pine Terrace with treated pine logs to prevent cars resting on the TPZ which causes stress to the tree. This may decrease a few parking opportunities, but will save the large trees for a little bit longer, as they are currently showing signs of stress.

Darlington Skate Park Community Masterplan David Grant, volunteer Project Manager for DaSRA Inc. continues to work with the SOM, DCRAG, Community Garden and other Darlington folk, as Chair of the DaSRA Lower Recreation Area Masterplan subcommittee.

While no visible action on the Darlington Lower Recreation Area site has been seen, great progress has been made in setting the Masterplan program in place for the months ahead. The first tranche of funds have arrived from the Federal Government Grant, so the project is liquid, always reassuring! Gerry Healy of GHAassociates, has been appointed Landscape Architect with a DaSRA contract signing imminent.

The contract for Stage 1, the skate park expansion including the long-awaited half-pipe, apron and skills area, has been approved by DaSRA and is now awaiting approval from the Shire of Mundaring. The contractor’s proposal and drawings were presented to the Shire by the sub-committee at a very fruitful recent meeting. A potential problem with the location of underground drainage has also been resolved in conjunction with Shire personnel. David leads an enthusiastic and talented committee who will work with Gerry in preparing design details in line with our Darlington Locality Plan. An exciting, progressive period lies before us.

The Community Garden with “creek” = Before photo.

BELOW: The rocks salvaged on an Orange Road development will be used in the landscaping of the recreation area.

Native Triangle Karalie McKenzie, Shane Bailey and Penny Bennett from the Community Garden Group have developed a proposal for a Bush Tucker Garden for the “Native Triangle” area between the Skatepark, Pavilion and Heritage Trail. Inspired by the interest of 8 year old Tighe, their proposal includes native bush tucker plants with labels and a meeting or yarning circle. This garden may also be an area for quiet contemplation of the Indigenous six seasons.

Shrubs will also act as a noise/sight buffer for residents of Darlington road.

Thank you to all our volunteers who contribute to the improvement of our recreation area and to the wider Darlington village, it is greatly appreciated. You too may one day be the recipient of the SOM Long Service award which this year went to our own Secretary Colin James for his service to DCRAG for the past 34 years as well as the Firies!!

Here is the pathway on the SOM website to read further and be inspired by Colin’s achievements.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts Colin, we greatly appreciate your constant work and services to our village. www.mundaring. wa.gov.au/news/Pages/Shire Our next 2020 quarterly 7pm meetings will be held at the Community Pavilion; •

Monday, 25th May

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Monday, 31st August

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Monday, 30th November.

Delegates are reminded that our next meeting on Monday, 25th May commences at 7.00pm. Reports from the February AGM will be included in the next Darlington Review.

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1st Darlington Scout Group We have had a great start to this term with all sections welcoming new members. Our 4 sections are: Joey Scouts (age 5-8), Cub Scouts (age 8-11), Scouts (age 1114) and Venturer Scouts (Age 1418). Additional boys and girls are invited to try out Scouting – there are already many exciting plans for the year ahead. Come along and have new adventures, set personal challenges, have fun, meet new friends and develop skills for life.

Our Cubs and Scouts have already brushed up on their aquatic skills with evenings at Bilgoman Pool, Scouts have been practising their breakfast menu with a breakfast cooking challenge; Venturers shared the love for Valentine’s day with a cake decorating night while our Joeys have explored the local bush in preparation for a small hike later in the term. A combined night to celebrate Founder’s Day at the Darlington Oval has also been held to celebrate the birthday of Lord Robert Baden Powell who started Scouts back in 1907.

Our Cubs have also been learning about bike maintenance and have ridden along the heritage trail at dusk. While planning for their hikes later in the year our Venturer Scouts recently held a navigation activity in the Perth CBD – where the night life is slightly different to our Hills!

In what has become an annual tradition our Scouts have just come back from a beach adventure weekend. The weekend started with a 2-hour surf lesson at Trigg beach, followed by an afternoon sand boarding in the sand dunes at Lancelin. 12 Scouts plus some leaders then camped overnight in Lancelin and the following day participated in the Trees Adventure aerial high ropes course at the Yanchep National Park. In preparation for this adventure our Scouts planned their menu, purchased their food using online shopping, organised their patrol boxes and camping equipment and then worked in their patrols (small team of approx. 6) to cook all their own meals.

Anzac Day Services – All of the Darlington Community are invited to attend local Anzac Day Services on the 24th & 25th of April (Sunset service 5:30pm on the 24th and Dawn Service on the 25th at approx. 6:30am). Our local memorial at Blackboy Hill in Greenmount is a very significant site, being the original training ground for Western Australian troops who were sent to fight in World War 1. Local Scout groups including Darlington will maintain a silent vigil over the memorial from sunrise until sunset. Lest we forget.

To enquire about joining please email membership@darlingtonscouts.com. Joeys Scouts meet for 1 hour on a Monday night from 5pm; Cub Scouts meet for 1.5 hours on a Monday night from 6:15pm; Scouts meet on a Thursday night for 2 hours from 6:30pm and Venturers usually meet for 2 hours on a Friday night from 7:30pm. It is always best to contact us before turning up as our adventures often take us away from our Scout Hall at 615 Glen Road in Darlington (Particularly our Venturers that operate as per of a district unit).

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Darlington Review - March 2020

Darlington Family Playgroup Calling all Kindy kids! If your child is due to start Kindy next year in 2021 we want you! Our Monday playgroup session contains mostly 3 year olds who will be starting kindy next year at Darlington Primary School. So if you would like your child to make some friends before starting school we’d urge you to come along on a Monday morning.

We also have a large number of 1yr olds in that group so any younger siblings will more than fit in.

In other exciting news throughout March Darlington Family Playgroup will be featured in the Grill’d Community Matters program at Grill’d Midland Gate. We came 2nd in this fundraising initiative last year and we’d really love to come in first this year. To do so we need your support Darlington!

So if you are heading down the hill to the flatlands any time in March please pop into Grill’d Midland Gate and grab a delicious burger.

Then please pop your token in our jar! If we win we will take home a total of $300 for our playgroup which we are hoping to spend on a mud kitchen. A new feature that we are sure our little members will enjoy whipping up their own mud pies and other tasty creations in.

Darlington Family Playgroup is a completely volunteer run community organisation that relies on fundraising and grants to help improve our playspace and facilities. We’d like to thank the Shire of Mundaring for their most recent grant enabling us to purchase a brand new vacuum and range of new toys and craft activities. These toys and crafts we will enjoy using with our elderly friends at Wahroonga Social Centre in Mundaring during our inter-generational playgroup sessions. These sessions are held once a month on Mondays.

I leave you with some images of some of our playgroup sessions in full swing. Children enjoying fruit time together as well as making full use of the outdoor playspace. If you still haven’t been along to playgroup and are not sure if it is for you, never fear, as you can try before you buy. The first two sessions are on the house.

Check out our facebook page for more information. Facebook: Darlington Family Playgroup Email:darlingtonfamilyplaygroup@hotmail.com

Bahá’í Communityof Mundaring The start of 2020 has seen a buzz of activity in our community, the start of a new term of children’s classes in Darlington, a study group in Mahogany Creek exploring the ‘Life of the Spirit’ with reflections on the purpose of prayer and the nature of the soul and regular get-togethers for sharing prayers and inspirational readings from both Baha’i and world faith traditions at homes throughout the Shire. At the end of February there were many gatherings as we celebrated Ayyam-i-Ha, a special period of four days where we honour God and the oneness of mankind by showing love, fellowship and unity. It’s a time of gift giving and hospitality but not just to our family and friends, but to the wider community. This year we participated in a fundraising walk for Perth Children’s Hospital, made care bags of pyjamas, underwear and toiletries for children entering family support services and supported a school in the Solomon Islands.

But now in March we take a breath, quite literally, as our focus turns inward to prayer and meditation for 19 days during our annual fasting period. As we abstain from food and drink between sunrise and sunset we can focus on our spiritual nourishment and take more time to recognise and refine our spiritual attributes. As Abdu’l Baha says “Fasting is of two kinds – spiritual and material. The spiritual fasting comes first, and is the soul’s refusal of all kinds of evil actions and habits – this is the important fasting. The bodily fasting, or abstinence from food, is a sign or witness to the inward fasting, and is of no value by itself. But when both kinds of fasting go together, then the effect upon the soul is as ‘light upon light’”. We invite you to join us for ‘Fast Prayers’ every Wednesday during March for half an hour of peaceful contemplation to begin the day with heartfelt intention.

See our Facebook page for more details.

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Darlington Review - March 2020

Treetops

A Montessori and International Baccalaureate School What’s been happening at Treetops?

Children’s House had great fun playing percussion instruments in their first Music lessons of the year.

Wattle (Year 1/2) started the term with Maria Montessori’s First Great Story - in the beginning there was nothing, then suddenly there was a massive explosion, known as The Big Bang. Students predicted and observed different liquids separate, created Earth models, watched volcanic eruptions, and enjoyed an inner Earth model jelly for Special Lunch.

Marri (Year 3/4) are learning about medieval castles and have started to create their own small models of castles.

Karri (Year 5/6) students are using the equipment and materials from ‘The Prepared Environment’ to reinforce their learning through tactile, hands-on experiences.

In Art and Design, Jarrah (Year 7/8) students are learning photography skills, while Wandoo (Year 9/10) students are creating Kinetic Art projects.

Our Tuart class (Year 11/ 12) went on camp to Albany in the first week of term. They enjoyed learning about the history of Albany and doing fun activities at Camp Quaranup, such as archery and rogaining. A highlight was helping out with the conservation of a native bushland area.

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Darlington Christian Fellowship Cnr Darlington Rd and Allestree Rd, Darlington

Have you ever been really, really thirsty? Jesus also used the idea of being thirsty to illustrate that only he I lived in West Africa for eleven years and could meet the thirst of our souls. He said: “Let anyone who is on one occasion experienced a deep thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture thirst. A colleague and I had walked to has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.” By this a local market on a hot, dry day. The he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later water I had with me was soon gone. As to receive. (John 7:37-39) we walked back I became thirstier and On another occasion, he told a woman from Samaria, whom he thirstier. It became all consuming. All I had asked for a drink of water … “If you knew the gift of God could think about was getting back to the and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked house and drinking a large glass of cold him and he would have given you living water. “Sir,” the woman water. What a relief to finally arrive and said, “you have nothing to draw with and the well is deep. Where be able to pore that cool refreshing liquid can you get this living water? down my parched throat. …Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty When we are thirsty, only water or something similar will again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. quench our thirst. We can’t wish the thirst away with positive Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of thinking or by distracting ourselves thinking about something water welling up to eternal life.” (John 4:10-14) else. Ultimately, we have to drink something to stop the thirst.

Only Jesus, the Living Water of Life, can satisfy our spiritual thirst It is not just our bodies that can become thirsty and parched. this day and every day. If you would like to find out more, you Our souls too can become spiritually thirsty; longing to be filled are welcome to join us at DCF. with something that will satisfy us.

These words, written by King David in Psalm 42:1-2 put it this way: Regular church activities have now resumed for the year.

As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my Our monthly church lunches are a good opportunity for God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go fellowship and Bible studies provide opportunities to study and meet with God? God’s word with others. Prayer meetings on Wednesday In this Psalm, David uses the analogy of thirst to express his mornings and a monthly Saturday one bring people together longing for a deep relationship with God. He knew that only to pray for each other and the needs of the wider community.

God could satisfy the deep desires of his soul. I believe this is Our seniors monthly get together sees them enjoying food true of us too – only a relationship with God can quench the and fellowship. spiritual thirst of our souls.

We have been collecting money for different bushfire appeals So often, however, we fill our lives with anything but the and have been praying for those affected by the horrific presence of God. Rod, a friend of mine put it this way on his bushfires on the east coast of the country. We are grateful to blog: God that good rainfalls have extinguished most of the fires and brought relief to many drought stricken farms.

We fill our lives with our families, friends, possessions, professions, ambitions, etc. None which really satisfy that deep longing, that sense of thirst in our souls that too often we seem to try and dumb down with these other things.

Denise Rhodes None of these other things are bad in themselves, but they are poor substitutes for a relationship with God; a relationship we can have through Jesus Christ.

Sunday morning service times: Sundays 9.30am.

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Cuthbert’s Anglican Anglican Church St St Cuthbert’s Church cnrcnr Darlington Road and Hillsden Hillsden Rd, Road, Darlington Darlington Rd and Darlington

First up in the Easter preparations at St cuthbert’s is Shrove Tuesday (aKa Pancake Tuesday) on Tuesday 25 February @ 4pm - 6pm. if you’d like to revive this old tradition in your family, you are most welcome to join in.

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During Lent, we prepare to come close to the mystery of Easter.

We do this in a number of ways. In our liturgy, the colour is purple for repentance, the liturgy takes on a more sombre feel and decorations are covered over. In our daily lives, many of us commit to a Lenten discipline. For some people, this involves ‘giving up’.

So, some of us will refrain from drinking alcohol or eating meat, or using social media or single-use plastics. For some people, Lent involves ‘taking up’. So we might dedicate more time to prayer or study.

Shrove tuesday - tuesday 25 February from 4.00pm Children and their adults are invited to join in an observance of Shrove Tuesday on Tuesday 25 February. From 4.00pm we will make pancakes together, then enjoy a pancake meal. A story and activity will help us to prepare for Lent, then we go into the church building to receive the sign of ashes. We’ll be finished by about 6.30pm. You can rSVP at www.hillsanglicans.com/ events/shrove-tuesday Ash wednesday - wed 26 February 9.30am and 5.30pm On Ash Wednesday, you are invited to receive the sign of ashes.

This ancient custom is a recognition of our desire to repent (change direction) and of our own mortality. Ashes are applied with the words remember, O mortal, that you are dust and to dust you shall return’. There is a Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes at 9.30am and 5.30pm on Ash Wednesday.

Lenten Lectures - transforming injustice tuesdays 3 &10 and 24 & 31 March at 7.00pm in the Parish Centre This year’s Lenten Lectures will be offered in co-operation with Wollaston Theological College as a unit in the Wollaston Certificate in Theology. The Anglican Communion’s fourth ‘mark of mission’ is to transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind and pursue peace and

reconciliation. The lectures are designed to equip you to contribute to the work of transforming injustice. You will be introduced to some of the Biblical foundations for the work of transforming injustice, and developing a life of nonviolence, based on the principles of nonviolence practised by Christians throughout history. Case studies and hypothetical situations will be explored, in order to give you the opportunity to apply your learning. The lectures will be offered by The Reverend Chris Bedding, Anglican priest and social activist.

Please register your participation at www.hillsanglicans.com/ events/transforminginjustice The suggested donation is $80 for those with a full-time wage and $40 for those without, however please contribute what you are able and don’t let cost be a barrier to your attendance.

You can pay online at www.trybooking.com/au/donate/ hillsanglicans or in cash at the first lecture.

Meditation in Lent wednesday 4, 11, 18 & 25 March 5.30pm - 6.00pm During Lent, you are invited to a time of silence and stillness on Wednesday evenings commencing promptly at 5.30pm and continuing for thirty minutes. Enjoy the quiet of St Cuthbert’s Church as you are led in a short guided meditation.

Taizé 1 March at 6.30pm On the first Sunday of every month at St Cuthbert’s, the building is lit by dozens of candles. We sing simple chants, enjoy silence and hear a short reading from the scriptures.

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All recent sermons are on the parish website at www.hillsanglicans.com/news

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

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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 10th 2020, at the Darlington Fire Station.

Yet again this summer, there have fortunately only been a small number of fires in the Darlington area so far this fire season; but other communities in the metropolitan area, around the State, and indeed the east coast haven’t been so lucky. Over the last few months we have assisted at major fires in NSW, Balladonia, Yanchep/ Two Rocks and Bullsbrook. Unfortunately there is no predicting when and where a fire will start, so vigilance and preparedness is the key. So what can you as individuals do? Firstly, prepare your own property by maintaining fire breaks, trimming trees (including removing lower branches up to 2 metres), removing built up leaf litter, creating a 20m protection zone around buildings, and cleaning out gutters. Secondly, encourage your neighbours to do the same things and consider starting, or joining a Bushfire Ready group in your street. Immediately report any sightings of smoke or fire to 000, and record and report any suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

When hearing fire fighters reporting the causes of tree/scrub/grass/ mulch fires, a common reason is “discarded cigarette butt”. Please be reminded that discarding cigarette butts is not only an offence, it has the potential to cause damage, loss of property and loss of life. You can 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 vehicle. If you see someone carelessly dispose of a cigarette you can report the offence to Keep Australia Beautiful WA. 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.

Over the past few months we have had lots of enquiries from community members about joining their local volunteer fire brigade. We are proud to say that Darlington currently has more than a dozen new trainee and probationary firefighters. These members will spend the “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’d like to be part of the volunteer emergency services come and visit us at Darlington Station on a Saturday morning between 9am and 10.30am to have a chat and obtain a membership pack.

A large majority of our community now use social media sites to get information on fires. 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’ and ‘Perth Hills Fire Chat’. Whilst social media sites often provide quick updates and eye witness information, 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.” We would strongly encourage community members to use 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.

Works on our new truck bay addition are moving forwards well.

Over the last few months the steel work has gone up, the brickwork and retaining wall have been completed, the external area has been plumbed and levelled ready for lawns and landscaping, and the new roller door should be installed soon. Next step will be to construct the roof timbers and install the roof and cladding. Your continued patience whilst we do these works is much appreciated.

“Firefighting – one of the few professions left that still makes house calls.” ~ Author unknown Cheers Ricky Harvey

If any members of the community notice that fire breaks and access tracks through bush areas are being blocked with unauthorised boulders, tree stumps and the like, please take the following in to account. Whilst we appreciate that reckless 4wd and trail bike use damages the environment and causes 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 or blocking of tracks, please contact the Shire of Mundaring or the Parks & Wildlife Service to discuss management options.

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Friends of Waylen’s Landing (FOWL)

There is something FOWL afoot in Darlington.

FOWL is a new Friends Group forming to take care of Waylen’s Landing historic site and badly degraded bush and creek area on Coulston Road, east of Saw Drive. The area consists of the old culvert and original train landing on the heritage track with the creek running through the area. It looks on to two original cottages built by Dr Waylen (who established Darlington Vineyard). These cottages were the first dwellings built in the Darlington area and are still occupied today.

In Dr Waylen’s day the workers’ cottages would have overlooked a stunning creek and wetlands area filled with life, wonderful flora and fauna. In the 1880s the train wound through the hills and slowed to a crawl just outside his cottages, providing opportunity for workers, early settlers and produce into and out of the area. Over the years the creek was frequented by kids catching tadpoles, mussels and jilgies. Today the area is choked with grass, introduced weeds and self seeded trees. Our aim is to bring life back to this region and mark the area as the very first historical site that made Darlington Village what it is today, providing a greater connection within the Darlington area.

Exciting FOWL stuff for Volunteers Many hands make light work, so if you are looking at a community project to take on, have skills or enthusiasm to contribute or just to get out and make some friends in Darlington then get in touch on Facebook at Friends of Waylen’s Landing or contact Group Coordinator Shannon Ward on 9252 1879 or hourglassdesign@icloud.com Photograph above - Initial meeting of community members interested in starting Friends of Waylen’s Landing, on-site at the railway culvert on Sunday 26th January 2020

Darlington Retirement Accommodation Association (Inc) - The Glen All is calm and peaceful in Darlington Glen after the Christmas and New Year break although the concept of the break almost became a portent of things to come in the New Year. Centenarian resident Ida Smith had a fall in her daughter’s home in Dwellingup on Christmas Day and has only just returned to her Unit in Darlington Glen.

Also, early in the New Year Glen resident Keith Maughan had a fall during his daily walk on the oval. Fortunately some caring local residents saw him fall and helped him back to his unit.

Latest reports are that both Ida and Keith are doing well but we wish them both a speedy and complete recovery.

The gardens have again been tidied up to a high standard by the Wooroloo working party and we thank them for their ongoing commitment to the Darlington Glen. The mulberry

trees donated by the working party were flourishing until the recent pruning by the kangaroos which has set them back a few months; that is even after having installed protective fences around the trees.

The management committee of the Glen are still looking for a volunteer to join our small management team. We are currently a six-member team and meet bi-monthly in one of the Glen units to discuss and manage the maintenance and finances of the Glen. The meetings are generally of around one hour duration and the quality of the cakes and pastries supplied by our renowned host Leueen should be enough encouragement for volunteers to join our committee. For more information please contact our secretary Carolyn at grandi41@bigpond.com The residents and management team are a happy and friendly group and we host a garden party each year to meet the residents and their families and members of the Darlington Glen Association. This year the garden party is provisionally booked for Saturday April 18th, 2020. All members of the association will receive an invite!

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Darlington History Group Our Planning Meeting for 2020 There are a number of projects that are starting to become a reality. We are looking forward with great anticipation to the publishing of the story about the Darlington Arts festival. Another important development is the Shire, which is putting a Business Case forward to reinstate the Heritage Advisory Group, which will examine interpretative signage for heritage sites, and also enable us, to assist to update and add to the Municipal Inventory for the important structures and buildings in Darlington.

Photographic History of Darlington One project that has been important but lacks volunteers is the photographic record of streets and areas in Darlington that are currently changing. Our members are conscious of these and where possible have been taking photos but it would be advantageous to have the eyes of many more locals who can record these developments. If there are residents who have the means to take photographs of these changes and let us have a copy we would be very grateful.

Quick Grant Success

The Emma Hogan Gate

The Darlington History Group was a grateful recipient of the Shire of Mundaring’s Quick Grant. We experienced a deluge of rain when we were setting up our Books and Bric a Brac stall at the Darlington Arts Festival in November, which ruined some of our donated goods. This grant was opportune and reinforces the need to have a roof over our heads that did not collapse. The Quick Grant has allowed us to purchase a Gazebo that has extra roof support to help in these events and to also have 4 walls. We thank the Shire for their support. We love being part of the Arts Festival and this Gazebo will be the place where we can gather people’s stories and display photographs and items of historical interest.

The Darlington Heritage Walk Trail The DHG projects headed by Cliff on the Darlington Heritage Walk Trail, the “Tribute to Early Years” heritage walk station, and the reestablishment of vineyard railway siding and the original vineyard gate are progressing well. This year should see some or all mostly completed or underway.

Hopefully with school returning for the New Year people have noticed that the Emma Hogan gateway has a new roof. The wooden shingles have been replaced by tin which was stored from the last remaining classroom when it was reroofed, so is somewhat historic. Principal Mr Andrew Newhouse has stored the shingles and they will also be recycled and used at some point in the future.

It is planned to have an interpretive sign added to the gateway with information about Emma Hogan.

Guest Speaker Program Our talks recommence on March 11th at 7.30pm in the Lesser Hall, Jan Baldwin, Historian, will be talk to us about “The Fascination of Oral Histories over the Ages.” Which will be publicised on the DHG website calendar and Facebook. If you are interested in becoming a member of the DHG and receiving our newsletter about coming events please contact Cliff Burns – cliffburns@iprimus.com.au DHG Website and Facebook We now have a new website dhg.org.au courtesy of Rob Borsje our webmaster. This site gives much better features, can be used on a variety of electronic media and is also much cheaper to operate.

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Mundaring and Hills Historical Society Inc Swimming in the Hills Swimming! It is one of summer’s great activities. It is a social event and educational but most importantly it’s a great way to cool off. Today’s hills’ residents have easy access to pools: Bilgoman pool or the Mount Helena Aquatic Centre. But where did they go before these pools were built? John Forrest National Park or Lake Leschenaultia!

The development of infrastructure at John Forrest National Park took place in 1931 when a road and other facilities were built by sustenance workers from Blackboy Hill camp. Photographs taken in the 1930s show that the construction of a weir on Jane Brook produced a lovely pool, that soon became a popular swimming spot in the 1930s and 1940s.

On the other hand, Lake Leschenaultia began its life as a railway dam, constructed in c.1898 to serve the trains on the Eastern Railway Line. However, the dam was always plagued by high

salinity levels. The Railways Department tried to solve the problem by acquiring more land around the dam, to create a larger water catchment area, and by planting a number of pine trees. But by 1947 it had to admit defeat and in April 1948 it signed a 21-year lease with the Mundaring Road Board (aka Shire of Mundaring).

Residents had long agitated for the use of the dam for swimming and the area set aside included a large portion of the dam. The spot soon became a popular tourist destination and in April 1949 the dam was officially renamed Lake Leschenaultia; it was thought that the water was a similar colour to leschenaultias. In 1961 the Shire, built facilities and appointed a caretaker.

Other pools soon followed: Bilgoman Pool in 1968 and then the Mount Helena Aquatic Centre in 1992. If you have photographs of any of these local swimming spots we would love to have a copy for our Collection. Please contact the MHHS on 9295 0540 or email us on mhhs@iinet.net.au if you can assist.

Left: Pool and weir at John Forrest National Park circa 1940 and Right: Lake Leschenaultia circa 1950’s

Soroptimist International of Helena Objectives

Why do 80,000 women in 3,000 clubs from 130 countries belong to Soroptimist International?

Because they want to make a difference in today’s world.

Soroptimist International is a global volunteer movement working together to transform the lives of women and girls.

Our network of around 80,000 club members in 130 countries and territories works at a local, national and international level to Educate, Empower and Enable Opportunities for Women and Girls.

Each Soroptimist club belongs to one of the four SI Federations: • Soroptimist International of the South West Pacific.

• Soroptimist International of Europe.

• Soroptimist International of the Americas.

• Soroptimist International of Great Britain and Ireland.

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Education Elimination of violence Economic empowerment Food security Healthcare Environmental sustainability/water and sanitation 7. Conflict resolution/peace promotion 8. Disaster relief, mitigation and resilience These goals and objectives are closely linked to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Soroptimist International of Helena first guest speaker for the year is Vanessa Brown a PhD student at the University of Western Australia & Kings Park Science Research. Her research has focused on improving the Banksia Woodland and the deployment of seed enhancement technology and seed restoration.

Date/Time: Tuesday 17th March 2020. 6.45pm for 7.00pm.

Place: The Dome – Conference Room 21 Cale Street Midland.

Cost: FREE RSVP Email: sihelena@siswp.org or ring Joanne Pritchard 0457 288 264.

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Mundaring Arts Centre MIDLAND JUNCTION ARTS CENTRE Sheridan’s is new body of work by Emma Jolley based upon the company Sheridan’s Badges & Engraving – one of the longest family run businesses in Western Australia. Repurposing old plates and dies from the factory, Sheridan’s considers the importance of local production, skill sharing & community connection fostered by longstanding local businesses.

MUNDARING ARTS CENTRE A retrospective of one of Western Australia’s foremost artists and sculptors, Hans Arkeveld is on display at Mundaring Arts Centre until 29 March.

Homo Eclectic presents a new body of work by Arkeveld a l o n g s i d e ephemera and significant ABOVE: Hans Arkeveld and curator Robyn Taylor past artworks.

Documenting his 50-plus year practice, the exhibition draws on his passion for the machinations and form of the human body as well as social justice issues.

Also on display, Show Your Working presents a selection of work from the 2019 graduating classes of Perth’s tertiary art schools by Saleheh Gholami (University of Western Australia), Chloe Henderson (Edith Cowan University), Veta Holmes (Northern Metropolitan TAFE) and Ailsa Waddell (Curtin University). Both exhibitions continue until 11 April.

Arkeveld’s exceptional construction, drawing, and printmaking skills have been honed from his many decades working as a resident artist and technician in the UWA Department of Anatomy since 1968. Since moving to Hovea in 1982, Arkeveld has been a valued member of the hills arts community with his work a proud feature of both the Mundaring Sculpture Park and the Shire of Mundaring Art Collection.

There’s still time to join Midland Junction Arts Centre’s Term 1 workshop program, with workshops commencing in March covering ceramics, printmaking, textiles, drawing, painting and even web design.

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Bushfire Ready With so much changeable weather it is important we do not reduce our vigilance to ensure Darlington stays fire free.

During a bushfire emergency services will provide you as much information as possible through a number of different methods---phone 133337 ; www.dfes.wa.gov.au and stay tuned to 720 ABC radio.

These four warnings……….

Many fires have been around the locality, most started by arsonists, so please be aware if seeing a fire start……..ring 000 and report it………then see if anyone is around that location and note as many details as you can for reporting to the Police or DFES.

ADVICE----a fire has started but there is no immediate threat to lives or homes. Be aware and keep up to date.

WATCH AND ACT---there is a possible threat to lives and homes. You need to leave or get ready to defend----DO NOT WAIT AND SEE. EMERGENCY WARNING----you are in danger and need to take immediate action to survive. There is a threat to lives and homes.

Thankfully none of those fires have been around the Darlington area and we need to keep our vigilance to our properties, maintaining them in as low as fuel conditions as we can. This will help reduce the ember impact if that fire does come upon us and make saving your home easier

ALL CLEAR-----take care to avoid any dangers and keep up to date.

Stay alert to what is happening around you, and put your Bushfire Plan in place, if also, don’t have a plan for what you and your family will do if a fire threatens you, then NOT too late to go to the DFES web page ………..click on the Bushfire icon…..and go to the Five Minute chat for all the details.

Colin James, Coordinator 62980836

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DARLINGTON COMMUNITY PAVILION PROJECT 17th February was an auspicious day for the DaSRA team. The adjoining wall separating Stages 1 and 2 of the Pavilion was removed to create a whole building! The photo below shows the Canteen and servery on the right and Chair Store on the left.

All that remains is the Canteen fit out, tiling and painting. Players (and spectators) will soon be able to buy food and drinks inside and shelter from the weather and appreciate the new gender specific facilities behind the canteen. Local sports clubs will also have their own storeroom out back.

Matthew Hughes MLA, NPB Security, Musicians, Terry Giles.

Our sincere gratitude to volunteers - Geoff & Margaret Barker, Sonja Parker, Trish Cook, Karen Beale, Gabby & Joe Houldsworth, Stuart Aldred, Paul McDonald, Cam Giles, Alison Atkinson and Fenton Oldmeadow.

The official opening of the Darlington Community Pavilion is planned for 2nd May 2020 with all Foundation Wall Members, supporters and dignitories invited to attend. It will be a time to recognise everyone who has helped to make this project a reality.

LAST BRICKS !!

Lastly, thanks to all the people who happily donated something to the Pavilion Project or the Bushfire Volunteers. The continued generosity of the community is very humbling.

By the time you read this there will be under 100 left so if you want your family or individual gold name plaque on the wall for future generations be quick. Bricks are $100 each and there will be 500 gold name plaques on the Foundation Members Wall when complete.

STAGE 2 UPDATE Thank you to builder and Darlington resident Nigel Armstrong (Patton Builders) for his co-operation, flexibility and initiative throughout stage 2 which enabled the building to remain accessible throughout. Also thanks to Shire of Mundaring for supporting the strategy of transitional occupancy of the various spaces within the building.

MUSIC GIG Many thanks to Glen Whisson for the new layout. Around 500 people attended and there was positive feedback on the improvements. Many thanks to sponsors - Lotterywest, Matthew Hughes MLA, Darlington Gourmet & Liquor Store, Bendigo Bank Mundaring and Cambridge Solar and Sustainability. Thanks also to donors - . Shire of Mundaring, Volich Waste Management, Kennards Hire Midland, Glen Whisson, Dave Hole, DaSRA,

We have been asked what the shape and outline of the Foundation Members Wall represents (see photo below). It reflects both the internal design of the Pavilion and local fauna with a profile of a Bandicootâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head, albeit in abstract form!

The Darlington Community Pavilion will be complete and in use before our next report in April!

For further details on the Pavilion Project contact the Darlington Sport and Recreation Association (WA) Inc. (DaSRA) - Chairman Geoff Barker 0418 953 176 or Vice Chairman Stuart Aldred on 0418 928 690 or visit the website at www.darlingtonpavilion.com.au.

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Helena HelenaCollege College

International InternationalBaccalaureate BaccalaureateSchool School Each year we are always pleased to learn about the unfolding next chapters for our graduates.

In the 2019 ATAR exams, fourteen Helena students were placed in the top ten percent of the state, achieving an ATAR over 90.

Four of those students got an ATAR over 97 which is an outstanding result.

Among them was Jasmin Watson, whose score of 99.25 automatically qualified her for Curtin University’s Excellence Scholarship for her studies in physiotherapy.

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.

Our congratulations go to Jasmin, a former House Captain who also won the 2019 Helena College Award for her contribution to the College during her time here.

Five Helena students were awarded a WACE Subject Certificate of Distinction and eight students received the WACE Certificate of Merit. These awards recognise individual commitment; they are based on course marks and grades throughout the final two years of schooling.

Thursday, 19 March at 11am Junior School in Darlington (K-5) Wednesday, 25 March at 9.30am Middle and Upper School in Glen Forrest (6-12)

Just as pleasing was that 99% of our students achieved their Western Australian Certificate of Education - yet again higher than the state average of 91.6%.

These highly commendable results are particularly pleasing in light of Helena’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 few.

Enrolments still open The academic year may have started, but we are still accepting new students. We have places in many classes including Kindergarten.

If you are thinking about changing schools, here’s how to make it successful.

Darlington (K-5) 9299 6626

Sherene Strahan Marketing & Community Relations Manager 9298 9100 or sstrahan@helena.wa.edu.au

Glen Forrest (6-12) 9298 9100

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Darlington Bushwalking Series Contact Details

Phone: 9299 6696 Email: cliffburns@iprimus.com.au

On the Track again….

Dust off those walking boots/shoes. Walking season is coming. Join us for some fun-time Sunday mornings in our beautiful and peaceful bush and parklands is a great way to enjoy some social time with other likeminded people.

Some 133 different people participated in last season’s programme with an average of more than 30 participants on each walk.

Season 2020 Bookings now OPEN.

18 bush and parkland walks. Programme summary below.

2020 Walking Programme Announced

The 2020 Programme is summarised below. Email Cliff cliffburns@iprimus.com.au to make a booking or to enquire about the programme. You will receive a reply with full details of the 2020 programme. You can book the whole season or individual walks.

“Bushwalk News”

Ask to be placed on the “Bushwalk News” email list, and you will receive all the new information hot off the press.

Stirling Range National Park Weekend Adventures

Both weekends have vacancies (August 28-31 and September 25-29). The Stirling Range National Park is full of amazing mountains, flora and attractions Participants enjoy an excellent walking weekend and some very enjoyable social activities.

Full information and an opportunity to secure a spot on one of these weekends can be attained by emailing Cliff Burns at cliffburns@iprimus.com.au.

A quote to get us Mooooooving!!

It’s not the speed that matters.

It’s just doing the walking!!!

See you on the track.

Cliff Burns (Organizer and Guide) 9299 6696

Darlington Bush & Variety Walk Series BOOKINGS NOW OPEN

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Residents are invited - 18 Sunday bush and variety walks.

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# Mundaring Bushlands Loop Hudman Rd Bushlands / Quarries # Wooroloo Brook Loop # Series of 4 consecutive Sunday walks to complete the entire length of the Railway Heritage Trail. # Swan River at Point Walter # Ngangagurringgurring & Chauncey # Around the Bridges # Churchman Bushlands Loop South Darlington & Helena River # Kitty’s Gorge (WITH LUNCH) STIRLING RANGE ADVENTURE 1 # Wooroloo Regional Park # Lion’s Lookout Bushlands Loop # Wungong Gorge (WITH LUNCH) STIRLING RANGE ADVENTURE 2 # Red Hill Bushlands Loop # Xanthorrhoea Trail & WIND-UP

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Shire of Mundaring Library Service Don’t Miss An Evening with Natasha Lester

Chasing the Gilt Dragon by Bob Sheppard

The libraries’ first author talk for the year on 19 February saw about 80 people attend. Bob Sheppard presented a fascinating talk in Mundaring about his book and research on the mystery of the survivors and silver bullion from the Dutch ship, Vergulde Draeck, which wrecked off the WA coast in 1656 between Seabird and Ledge Point. It is a mystery that has captivated many over the years, and Bob Sheppard (Heritage Detection Australia) has done an amazing work in putting together a detailed history about what is known about the wreck. You can read more about Bob Sheppard’s research and work at https://heritagedetection.wordpress. com. (Chasing the Gilt Dragon is published by Hesperion Press http://www.hesperianpress.com).

Natasha Lester, best-selling author of The French Photographer and The Paris Seamstress, will introduce her newest novel, The Paris Secret in a talk at Boya Community Centre on Monday 6 April at 5.45pm.

A wardrobe of Dior gowns, a secret kept for sixty-five years, and three women bound forever by war. This is an unforgettable story about the lengths people go to protect one another, and a love that, despite everything, lasts a lifetime. Books will be available for purchase on the night courtesy of Dymocks, Midland Gate.

Bookings are essential at https://060420b.eventbrite.com.au We have been very fortunate to have been able to book Natasha as one of only three events she is presenting in Perth in April before she heads east to promote her book.

Tech Help Extra Sessions and Upcoming Workshop Shire of Mundaring Libraries are pleased to announce that with two new Digital Mentors on board, an extra Tech Help session is available on Mondays at Boya Library from 10am to 12.15pm. The other sessions, 11.30pm to 1.30pm at Mundaring Library, and 10am to 12pm at Boya Library are still available. The other change is that sessions run for up to 60 minutes per booking, allowing more time to sort your “tech” queries. People can get help navigating new mobile devices, setting up email accounts, accessing the libraries’ eBooks and eAudiobooks and other digital resources, setting up a Facebook page, and more. Bookings can be made by calling the libraries: Boya – 9290 6756; Mundaring – 9290 6780.

Interlibrary Loan Changes Following a review, changes have been made to the State-wide inter-library loan program for public libraries effective from 1 January, 2020. Some of these changes include that junior items and audiobooks may now be requested on interlibrary loan.

Restrictions still apply to items less than 12 months old, multiple copies for book clubs, and DVDs may still not be requested. If you have any queries, please contact the libraries.

Seed Saving Time

The libraries will be running a 2-hour interactive workshop in the near future on the topic of internet safety. There will be a limited number of participants so you can get the most out of the workshop. Other workshops on other topics are in the pipeline. We will keep you posted! Make sure you follow us on Facebook or sign up for our eNewsletter on the library web page for details about upcoming events.

This is prime seed saving time, so if you have been saving seeds, or intended to, now is a great time to do it.

The libraries have a leaflet on seed saving basics, which can also be found on the library website. Mundaring Seed Savers process the seeds for the Seed Library collection at Mundaring Library. The libraries also have seed collection paper bags, or you can provide your own, in which you can place your saved seeds, providing details about them and leaving them at the libraries for processing.

Be Quick! A Natural Battleground with Dr Bobbie Oliver Dr Oliver will be discussing her book, A Natural Battleground: The Fight to Establish a Rail Heritage Centre at Western Australia’s Midland Railway Workshops on Wednesday 4 March at 1pm at Boya Community Centre.

Libraries Late Opening Tuesday 7 April 2020

In this talk, Dr Oliver discusses the heritage importance of the site and how a rail heritage centre could not only tell the story of the Workshops and its people but also guard against the mistakes of its closure being repeated in the future. Copies of the book, will be available for purchase courtesy of Dymocks, Midland Gate.

Bookings are essential at https://040320b.eventbrite.com.au

The libraries will open late on Tuesday 7 April. Libraries will open at 1pm, closing at the usual time of 7pm.

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Darlington Review - March 2020

Friends of Darlington Station Reserve (FODS) 10 Years of FODS Yes, our current incarnation has reached its 10th birthday and we plan to celebrate, of course. We hope to have a party morning tea on Sunday 17th May at 10am after first doing our 2 hours work on the Station Reserve. We will be more visible than usual on that day but you won’t need your ear plugs as we are not planning loud music.

So, are you a past member or someone who has in some way been involved with us or the Reserve over the years? If so, we would love to see you and have you help us to celebrate. We are also sending out for suggestions on how we can commemorate this important 10 years. I am sure you, our current FODS will have thoughts on how you would like to see this milestone remembered and how you would like to celebrate. The celebration will be for everyone so we hope to be able to give our CATERINGFODS Liz and Gail the day off to celebrate with us and still provide goodies and maybe better coffee than our old, inefficient flasks allow us on most Sundays.

We are applying to the Shire of Mundaring for a Special Celebration Grant to help with all this. So get your thinking caps on folks.

We continue to nurse our last winter’s plantings through this dry summer and so far we haven’t lost too many plants. We try to fill up the containers of water for the wildlife as we go. So far the quendas haven’t uprooted any of our new plants on the reserve but so many of us have ‘issues’ at home and my garden is being slowly redistributed down the hill this summer.

Big sigh!

RIGHT and BELOW: Seen in flower in Kings Park in February- both would grow in your garden: ‘Rose of the West’- Eucalyptus Macrocarpa and ‘Sand Bottlebrush’ -Beaufortia Squarrosa If you think you might like to join our little group, you can contact one of us or just turn up on a Sunday morning after Easterbest to check the date before you come.

Jane on 0477 987 048 or arnoldmjtt@gmail.com for the Sunday group 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 Hoping to see you sometime soon on the reserve Diane

Darlington Ratepayers & Residents Association (DRRA) Clayton Road development

Extract from DRRA Minutes February 2018:

The February meeting agreed with the concerns raised by local residents and detailed in the February Review. The proposal is open for public comment and DRRA will be supporting rejection.

“Optus Tower proposal - confirmation that Optus has withdrawn its appeal against the Shire’s rejection of the proposed telecommunications tower on Victor Rd. Neil Matthews commented that it was a major positive that the Shire’s strong land use regulations were upheld.”

Darlington Locality Plan

Optus is now proposing the antennae be located on the current tower on the Western Power site. This time round the local residents are not opposing the proposal - a good outcome for all parties.

A date for a public meeting to discuss the plan to be advised.

Optus antenna proposal Extract from DRRA Review notes November 2017: “The Optus tower saga continues with yet another deferral of the State Administrative Tribunal hearing - there is cautious optimism that extensive resident opposition to the proposed site on Victor Rd may pay off - which just goes to show yet again that people power can be really effective.”

Next meeting: Tuesday 3rd March

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Saturday Programme (Book Eventbrite - Blue Sky Festival) See below for exciting programme of presentations

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Helena Valley Chiropractic Chiropractic, Homeopathy & Remedial Massage

www.helenavalleychiro.com 3b 160 Scott St, Helena Valley

9255 1052

Opening Times 9am to 6pm Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 6pm Fridays 8.30am to 4pm Saturdays