Swan Magazine November 2017

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IN THIS ISSUE PAGE

FEATURES Art & Artists

PAGE SAFE Stellar Comedy Line-Up SVRN

Funding for the Valley Metronet Riverbank Program WA Local Government Act

Review The Compassionate Friends What’s On

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Bistro 10481 The Olive Tearooms Chef-Explorer

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Lucky - Film Review Cocky’s Crossing - Garrick James Forte Theatre with Gordon Spring into Summer

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House and Garden Annie’s Vintage Wonderland

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MAC in November Call to Artists

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Books

Capture the Real Kimberly Letter to the Editor Poetry Now Us The Idler The Ute What’s On at KSP

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Dining Out

Business Card Board

Finance with Steve Networking

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Entertainment

Armistice Day Centenary Grants Codine Upscheduling City Batonbearers City of Swan Election Results Federal Notes Get Local and Vocal Jessica Shaw MLA Notes From Parliament MRI Services Needed

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Books and Writing

Business

Community

Leisure

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DISCLAIMER The information in this publication is of a general nature. The articles contained herein are not intended to provide a complete discussion on each subject and or issues canvassed. Swan Magazine does not accept any liability for any statements or any opinion, or for any errors or omissions contained herein.

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COMMUNITY STELLAR COMEDY LINE-UP KATE PHILLIPS

City of Swan is proud to present its ‘Friday Tat heNight Dinner and Show’ series, happening the Midland Sports Complex every Friday

throughout October, November and December.

A spokesperson said the City was excited to be hosting a comedy series of this calibre.

“This is the sort of line-up you would expect to see at a comedy or summer festival, performing down the road at your local sports club,” he said.

The ‘Comedy Gala Spectacular’ kicked off on October 20 and was hugely popular.

The two hour comedy extravaganza featured the hilarious Suns of Fred and Ben Sutton from the United Kingdom, Chris Shin and Midland’s finest, Cameron McLaren Comedy of ‘6056’ fame.

Then on November 24, Uncorked Comedy takes over the complex. The night pairs five delicious wines with equally delicious laughs.

Let our witty wine enthusiast take you on a voyage of the senses. It promises to be complex

ARMISTICE DAY CENTENARY GRANTS

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ederal Member for Hasluck, Ken Wyatt MP, recently encouraged the local community to apply for funding under the Armistice Centenary Grants Program.

The grants program announced by the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Dan Tehan will open in November this year and support projects or activities that commemorate the end of the First World War. Mr Wyatt said up to $50,000 is available to organisations living in Hasluck.

“Every electorate across Australia will receive up to $50,000 for local projects that appropriately commemorate the end of the war 100 years ago,” Mr Wyatt said.

“One-off grants of between $3,000 and $50,000 are available and I encourage all those in Hasluck who want to contribute to a significant period in our nation’s history to submit an expression of interest to my office.”

Members of Parliament will be required to consult their community organisations or create a new Community Consultation Committee, whose role will be to seek the community’s views on how best to commemorate the Centenary of Armistice locally.

“The Committee will also assist me in reviewing all proposals before an application is submitted to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs,” Mr Wyatt said.

Applications open on 11 November 2017 and close on 28 February 2018.

Expressions of interest in the grants can be lodged with my office prior to the applications opening.

More information is available at www.dva. gov.au or by calling 1800 555 254.

and even a little fruity/spicy/on-the-nose.

Includes five wine tastings and dinner.

On December 1, Brewed Laughter is back with

five tasty beers to try, a hearty meal and loads of hilarious jokes.

These events are always a hit, so make sure you reserve your ticket early!

Then on December 8, Bogan Bingo is back!

Half game show. Half party. Thats how we describe it.

One Bingo caller calls out the numbers and his budding Dj play songs from the 80’s and 90’s that rhyme with those numbers.

Throw in some jokes, tributes and spontaneous air guitar competition and you’ll soon see why Bogan Bingo is performing from office spaces to cruise ships in a town near you.

Bogan Bingo has been running for over eight years and the show has developed into a product that incorporates every type of entertainment you’re ever likely to find.

Meals and drinks will be available to purchase on the night between 5 and 8pm.

For more information on the events, or to reserve a seat, head to www.swan.wa.gov.au/ events or call 9207 8866.

CODEINE UPSCHEDULING

edical and health consumer advocates have M published an open letter to state and territory Health Ministers, warning that any changes to

the Therapeutic Goods Administration’s (TGA) plan to make codeine prescription-only will put health and lives at risk.

In the open letter, experts reiterate key findings from the TGA’s review of codeine use: = Codeine is not effective for treatment of chronic (long-term) pain. = There are serious risks of harm associated with codeine use, including death, toxicity and dependence. = There are over-the-counter alternatives available that are a combination of ibuprofen and paracetamol that have been found to be a more effective analgesic than over-the counter codeine containing analgesics. = Multi-disciplinary pain management is the most effective way to treat chronic pain.

The letter expresses concern that lobbying by the Pharmacy Guild of Australia (the ‘Guild’) has gained traction with state and territory Health Ministers.

“We are concerned about the proposal to establish a new alternative model to enable pharmacists to dispense non-prescription codeine, especially in rural areas where the Guild argues that there are limitations on patients being able to access a GP after-hours,” the letter states.

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trading hours, leaving patients unable to access pain relief regardless of whether codeine is available over-the-counter.

“The Guild’s proposed alternative model carries a serious risk of increased harms and potentially preventable deaths and cannot be supported by the medical community or consumer advocates.

“We also note that any decision by a state or territory not to implement nationally consistent scheduling controls would have serious and farreaching implications that could affect public confidence in the ability of that government to protect public health and safety.

“We would be seriously concerned if the Guild’s lobbying of state and territory governments included any suggestion that individual jurisdictions create exemptions that would be tantamount to walking away from nationally consistent regulation of medicines in this country.

“The success of the national strategy to reschedule codeine rests on all key stakeholders, including state and territory governments and peak bodies representing consumers, pharmacists and medical professionals, engaging and supporting this process.”

Signatories to the letter include: Carol Bennett, CEO, Painaustralia Dr Ewen McPhee, RDAA President Dr Bastian Seidel, RACGP President Leanne Wells, CEO,

Consumers Health Forum of Australia Dr Catherine Yelland PSM, RACP President The scheduling changes are due to commence on 1 February 2018.

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ART AND ARTISTS MAC IN NOVEMBER is here, hailing sunny weather, great Nyouovember art and myriad workshops and events to get out and about in Mundaring and Midland this month.

For more details on the many other arts offerings this month, read on!

EXHIBITIONS GALLERY 1 ABOUT TURN - A quiet, interrupted art life Survey of work by Peggy Lyon Curated by Sue Starcken and Catherine Swioklo Until 19 nov 2017 Celebrating over thirty-five years of creative practice by dedicated artist, environmentalist and teacher Peggy Lyon (1945-2017). Through her unflinching curiosity and an indefatigable spirit of enquiry for materials and techniques, Peggy quietly built up a stunning range of works.

Never previously shown as an autonomous body of work, Mundaring Arts Centre is proud to present this survey.

solving to come up with designs for the 2017 Mundaring Environmental Art Banners to be displayed in the Mundaring town centre.

GALLERY 1 DRAWN Karen Frankel From 24 Nov - 22 Dec 2017 Drawn to the tones, colours, shapes and light of her subject – landscapes, a still life, or flowers – Karen Frankel develops her works through the layering of paper, ink, charcoal, pastel and paint.

Karen Frankel

Banksia's (detail), mixed media on canvas - Karen Frankel

Event 5 (detail), acrylic, charcoal, pastel, 2008 Peggy Lyon

GALLERY 2 GIFTED Artists In Focus - Sue Cotton & Jane Button From 24 Nov - 22 Dec 2017 ‘Gifted’ West Australian artists Sue Cotton and Jane Button share their creations perfect for gifting at Christmas. Working in residence and hosting workshops they share their ‘gifts’ with the community.

GALLERY 2 Mundaring Environmental Art Project Leaf Litter – Hidden Habitats At Our Feet Until 19 Nov 2017 Hundreds of primary school children from across the eastern region immerse themselves in a world of environmental discovery and problem-

Just Jump (detail) 2016, ink on Arches paper - Sue Cotton and Untitled (detail), 2017, metal, paper, wax, acrylic on board Jane Button

Molly McGrane-Barlow

1 ready to answer any questions about her work, discuss her inspiration and processes.

Sunday 26 November from 1pm - 3pm.

Suitable for adults at Mundaring Arts Centre.

Free. No bookings required

WORKSHOPS & EVENTS Meet The Artist – Karen Frankel Pop into MAC and see the beautiful new works on show. Karen Frankel will be in Gallery 7

AFLOAT Create an origami flotilla with Jane Button Join artist in residence, Jane Button and transform a humble piece of paper into a series of Origami boats, each smaller than the next.

Experiment with different materials and see how tiny your boat can become, then decorate your fleet using a series of mixed media methods and found materials.

Saturday 2 December from 12pm - 2pm.

Suitable for nine years old to adult at Mundaring Arts Centre. Materials supplied. Cost $30 ($27 MAC members) Introduction to mixed media painting with Karen Frankel Join Karen for a ‘conversation with canvas’ in a mixed media workshop exploring beautiful papers, inks, and acrylic without restrictions.

During the class you will develop interesting shapes, investigating negative space for design and composition to create a richly textured multilayered artwork. Papers, acrylic and drawing will build up the images in stages to produce 'happy accidents' that add a character and depth to the work.

Sunday 3 December from 11.30am – 2.30pm.

Suitable for adults at Mundaring Arts Centre.

Materials supplied. Cost $60 ($54 MAC members) ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE SARAH THORNTON-SMITH Sarah Thornton-Smith's works are infused with ideas of the landscape and explore the relationship between colour, form, structure and light.

Meticulously constructed out of paper, soft wood and metal foils rendered in gouache, Sarah's works are small in nature, delicate and ephemeral.

Every Tuesday to Fridy from 10am to 3pm until 1 Dec 2017 at Midland Junction Arts Centre,276 Great Eastern Hwy.

COMMUNITY

FEDERAL NOTES

CITY BATONBEARERS

Member for Hasluck, Minister for Aged Care and Minister for Indigenous Health

KATE PHILLIPS

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even outstanding City of Swan community members will help carry the Queen’s Baton during the 100-day countdown to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018).

They were selected by the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation (GOLDOC) to run the Guildford leg of the Relay, for their exceptional contribution to the community.

Those selected from the City include:

Robert Allen - Swan View

Kingsley Bugarin - Midland

Jahna Cedar - Aveley

Luke Cotellessa – The Vines

Michelle Dunlop – Henley Brook

Kade Hampson – Jane Brook

Robert Whitney - Hazelmere They will join hundreds of other batonbearers from across WA whose job it is to help the Queen’s Baton make its way around the country before arriving at the Opening Ceremony in the Gold Coast on 4 April 2018.

Former City of Swan Mayor Mick Wainwright said he was very proud of the local baton bearers and their role in the unforgettable event.

“Being a batonbearer is an honour and a real reflection of the fantastic work these people are doing in their community,” he said.

“I would encourage the community to support these great people and share a memorable moment with the Queen’s Baton themselves.”

The community will get the opportunity to engage with the Baton when it arrives in the City of Swan on February 26, 2018. Street level and community celebration details will be announced on 17 November, 2017.

Currently in Malaysia, the uniquely designed baton is set to visit the remaining fifteen Commonwealth nations in Asia and Oceania before arriving in Brisbane on Christmas Eve. From there, the baton will visit major events, iconic landmarks and children’s hospitals for one month during the school summer holidays before setting off from Canberra on January 25, 2018 on its journey through QBR celebration communities across the country.

HON KEN WYATT AM, MP

OSTEOPOROSIS AND OTHERS

20 was World Osteoporosis Day and OSwanctober I want to take this opportunity to urge the Magazine readers of all ages to complete

a bit of rain here and there! Thanks to everyone who came and said hi! It was great to meet you all. I am already looking forward to next year!

Lastly, I would like to encourage locals to check if they have any lost or unclaimed superannuation, with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) recently announcing its latest figures.

There are 5950 unclaimed accounts in Hasluck worth $32,524,047.94, this is a great reminder for people to check their superannuation accounts.

knowyourbones.org.au.

Last month I was very pleased to see the draft report released by the Productivity Commission (PC) on horizontal fiscal equalisation (HFE). This draft report paves the way to a good outcome for WA as it formally recognises that the GST issue needs to be addressed.

The draft report provides a breakdown of how GST revenue is distributed to the States and Territories, assessing the impact of the current method on our nation, the system’s efficiency and how improvements can be made.

The PC found that over time the HFE was less able to deal with economic shocks that have an uneven impact across the states, producing unforeseen and unfair outcomes. This is described as ‘unfair equity’ in the draft report.

The PC acknowledged the $1.2 billion provided in top up payments to WA by the Federal Government and that those payments effectively stopped WA’s relativity falling below 37c. Top up payments and GST floors are however not considered by the PC as viable longer term solutions.

I am looking forward to the Productivity Commission’s full report due by 31 January 2018.

Once again the Gidgegannup Ag Show proved to be an awesome day filled with community and fun! It was a great atmosphere as always despite

I encourage everyone to log onto the ATO website to check if they have any unclaimed superannuation www.ato.gov.au/ checkyoursuper.

a simple, online bone health check, to prevent potentially crippling conditions as they grow older.

This year’s World Osteoporosis Day them is ‘Love Your Bones’, a timely reminder of the importance of prevention, with estimates that more than one million Australians may already be suffering from osteoporosis. To use the online self-assessment tool please head to www.

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HON DONNA FARAGHER JP MLC Member for East Metropolitan Region Shadow Minister for Education; Training; Women’s Interests ll children love to play and for some time I will include a polished concrete slide, cubby spachave been a supporter of the creation of ‘Pia’s es, an accessible pogo swing and basket track Place’, an inclusive play space at Whiteman Park. ride, a lighthouse, rainbow poles and a Playspace Driven by the Rudd family in memory of their App to promote inclusion. baby, Pia Maeve, Pia’s Place is part of Touched Over the years, Pia’s Place has received direct

by Olivia’s network of inclusive play spaces with and in-kind funding commitments in support of support from the Lions Club of Noranda and the proposed playground and during October, Whiteman Park.

Touched by Olivia sought more funds through The play space will be a place for children of a community fundraising initiative known as all ages to play and have fun.

‘Sconetober’.

The proposed design of the playground, I was delighted to host a ‘Sconetober’ mornwhich will be adjacent to the Mussel Pool East ing tea which raised $500 in support of this fantram stop, will incorporate nature-based play tastic project. and customised equipment and will allow chil- Pia’s Place is certainly on its way to becomdren and adults irrespective of ability to play ing a reality but more support is needed. If you together. would like to find out more about Pia’s Place you It will also help build children’s resilience, can visit http://touchedbyolivia.com.au/westimagination and creativity. Some of its features ern-australia/piasplace.

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COMMUNITY MRI SERVICES NEEDED RHYS JAMES

Hills residents’ health is at risk, with the SGod,wan lack of fully licenced MRI Services at St John of Midland Public Hospital affecting people in

Ellenbrook and the wider Hills area.

Unlike other areas of metropolitan Perth, patients using Midland Public Hospital cannot access the full range of MRI services under Medicare, following significant cuts to Medicare funding under the Federal Liberal Government.

Swan Hills MLA Jessica Shaw and East Metropolitan Region MLC Matthew Swinbourn have called on the Turnbull Government to act urgently and issue a full MRI licence.

Ms Shaw raised the matter in State Parliament this week and said: “It is completely unacceptable that people in Ellenbrook and the Hills do not have full Medicare access to MRI services at the local SJOG Midland Public Hospital.

“My constituents have to pay up to $1000 per scan for some services at the SJOG Midland Public Hospital. If they are able to travel to Royal Perth, Fremantle or Sir Charles Gairdner Hospitals, or the Joondalup Health Campus, those same scans would be covered by Medicare.

"A lot of people in this area are doing it tough – many of them simply can't afford to pay for these services. I'm worried that they might put off treatment for cancer, injuries or diabetes.

They may also be reliant on public transport and not able to easily access other hospitals.

"Why are we treated like second class citizens here? Why does the East Metropolitan region always miss out? Things need to change."

Mr Swinbourn said “The Turnbull Government needs to urgently approve a full Medicare-eligible MRI licence.

“There is no fully licensed MRI in the northeastern metropolitan area of Perth.

“I understand that the extra cost to provide a fully-funded service is only about half a million dollars a year.

“The MRI service is already on the site, it is able to be accessed by all patients, and 24-hour services are able to be provided if needed.

“The local community needs and deserves access to the same MRI services that the rest of Australia and the Perth metropolitan area has.”

COMMUNITY CITY OF SWAN ELECTION RESULTS our new Councillors have been elected and FGovernment four Councillors returned in October’s Local election for the City of Swan.

They will join the seven other serving Councillors in representing five wards, two of which now have new names and boundaries now that recommendations from the Wards and Representation review are in full effect.

Altone Ward has two new Councillors, Peter Lyndon James and Andrew Kiely. They replace Mick Wainwright and David Färdig, who between them, served more than thirty-five years on Council.

In Whiteman Ward (previously Ballajura Ward) John McNamara has retained his seat.

The highly contested Pearce Ward (previously Ellenbrook and North Wards) has seen Kevin Bailey, Patty Williams and David McDonnell retain their seats.

In the Midland/Guildford Ward Claire Scanlan will replace Daniel Parasiliti, who did not nominate for the election.

While in the Swan Valley/Gidgegannup Ward, Charlie Zanino has been elected, replacing Darryl Trease.

City Chief Executive Officer Mike Foley congratulated all the successful candidates.

“Once again, we had a strong field of candidates, with twenty-five people nominating for the eight vacancies across five wards,” he said.

“On behalf of the City, I would like to congratulate those who have been successful and thank everyone who nominated.

“I would also like to formally farewell our former Mayor, Mick Wainwright, David Färdig, Darryl Trease and Daniel Parasiliti, who have served their community very well over the years’.

“I’d like to thank them all for their service and for what they have achieved in their time on Council.”

Mayor David Lucas

The positions of Mayor and Deputy Mayor were decided at a special meeting on Monday 23 October, 2017.

Altone Ward Councillor David Lucas is the new City of Swan Mayor and Pearce Ward Councillor Kevin Bailey is the Deputy Mayor.

Mayor Lucas has been a member of Council for twenty-five years and has lived in Beechboro for more than thirty.

Deputy Mayor Kevin Bailey beat three other nominees to take the Deputy Mayor position.

Deputy Mayor Kevin Bailey

Cr Bailey has been on Council for twelve years and has lived in the newly formed Pearce Ward for twenty.

The recently elected Councillors, as well as the Mayor and Deputy Mayor, were sworn in at the meeing.

The first ordinary Council meeting of the new Council will take place on November 15, 2017.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Dear Sir: The comment 'Volcanic': Evidence of Queen's involvement in the 1975 dismissal uncovered (Sydney Morning Herald 16/10/17) is demonstrably untrue and salacious to say the least.

The supposedly extraordinary revelation that “representatives of the British government flew to Australia in the lead-up to the 1975 dismissal of the Whitlam government” should actually come as no surprise to any person with a modicum of intelligence. Undoubtedly representatives of the US government and other nations also flew to Australia to find out what was happening.

Actually, it may come as a surprise to journalists but the British government has nothing to do with the Queen as Queen of Australia. As such she is advised only by her Australian ministers.

The fact is, following the iniquitous loans scandal and the ensuing blocking of supply by the Senate, shockwaves reverberated through the Western world because Australia, for the first time as a nation, was facing a severe political crisis with potentially disastrous effects on its hitherto untarnished economic and monetary stability.

We should not forget that this was all caused by the Whitlam government in approving indirect and somewhat dubious methods to finance its ‘buy back the farm’ policy and then to fund its own indebtedness due to the blockage of supply which again was due to the government’s attempts to bypass normal funding protocols.

Furthermore, it is obvious that the Queen’s officials would have been communicating with Government House to keep abreast of the crisis.

After all, is not the Queen Australia’s sovereign head of state? Her officials were duty-bound to be informed. To do otherwise would be a dereliction of the Queen’s responsibilities.

Journalists should cease this sensationalistic commentary and keep to the facts. The root of the problem was the Whitlam government breaching normal protocols. The reaction of the Senate in blocking supply was just that, a reaction to the misconduct of the government.

The Governor-General, Sir John Kerr, used the powers of the Constitution (Para 64), not the reserve powers of the Queen or the Crown, to resolve the crisis.

He merely sent the matter to the people to decide and the people overwhelmingly rejected the Whitlam government along with its misdoings. That should be an end to the matter.

By the way, there was no constitutional crisis. It was a political crisis resolved by a double dissolution.

Philip Benwell National Chair Australian Monarchist League

STANDING UP FOR SWAN HILLS LET’S LOOK AFTER OUR LOCAL TRADIES JESSICA SHAW MLA – MEMBER FOR SWAN HILLS

media article reported that the 6069 AVines)recent postcode area (Ellenbrook, Aveley and The is WA's third fastest growing area.

Since 2001, the region has doubled in size every five years. Currently, the local population sits at just over 43,000 and by 2036, the City of Swan projects that figure will reach over 70,000 people.

There are over 4,000 homes in the local area, with many more on the way as housing development continues, employing a number of local tradespeople.

The 2016 census showed that 17.9% of Swan Hills workers are employed in the building trades. In the Ellenbrook area, there are five hundred small businesses in the industry.

My own family all work in the trades here in Swan Hills: my Dad was a bricklayer, my brother is a carpenter, my extended family are all local builders – my Mum even manned the trade desk at Bunnings for sixteen years!

The housing industry has supported my own – and many other – local families. In the last five years, however, there has been a downturn in the housing sector.

Unemployment currently sits at around 6.6% in the north east corridor, and youth unemployment is at a staggering 18%. I see how many families are doing it tough, and as a local brickie's daughter, I really understand how important it is to generate local construction jobs.

LOCAL BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS The McGowan Labor Government has initiated a number of Metronet projects in Swan Hills to support local jobs, including the duplication of Lord Street and upgrades to Reid Highway.

The New Lord Street will ease congestion and lays the groundwork for Metronet Ellenbrook Rail.

These projects create local jobs for earthmoving operators, civil construction companies, water carriers, dust suppression and basic raw material operators.

I recently visited the Innovo site off Main Street, with Peter Tinley AM, Minister for Housing, to see LWP's new housing development and also visited BGC's brickworks in Midland. I saw first-hand how new and innovative home and materials design principles can be applied in the town centre, around the site for the new Ellenbrook Railway Station.

The State Government has run a number of information sessions about how local businesses can get involved in Metronet and will run a community consultation process about Ellenbrook's train station.

WA JOBS BILL The WA Jobs Bill, introduced by the McGowan Labor Government, will support the creation of local jobs and increase local content on "Strategic Projects", like the Metronet Ellenbrook rail project.

Annually, the State Government spends

around $23.5 billion dollars. These new laws will give Western Australia businesses a better opportunity to get a bigger share of this expenditure.

Prospective suppliers for government contracts will now be required to submit 'local participation plans' as a part of their tender, to demonstrate how they will create local jobs.

These plans will then be written into contracts.

Local small businesses will also be supported to bid for government tenders.

In February, Premier McGowan confirmed his commitment to the Ellenbrook rail line and last week, the State Government released the tender for the detailed design. The project will deliver thousands of local jobs during construction.

On completion, we will have a vibrant commercial and residential precinct in the heart of the town. Bill Shorten has recently announced a $700m commitment to the project under the $1.6bn Fair Go For WA Fund: I really hope we see bipartisan Federal support!

NOVEMBER IS ASBESTOS AWARENESS MONTH Beyond generating local jobs, we also need to take care of our tradies while they're 'on the job'.

Every week, thirteen Australians die and another thirteen are diagnosed with asbestosrelated diseases. This number is predicted to increase.

When asbestos is disturbed in renovations and home maintenance, asbestos fibres are released and can be inhaled, causing lifethreatening diseases including cancer, pleural disease, asbestosis and mesothelioma.

There is no safe level of exposure to asbestos fibres. The greater the exposure, the greater the risk of developing asbestos related diseases.

Tradies are most at risk because they are most likely to come into contact with asbestos in their day to day work.

Given our high percentage of local tradies, it is vital that we understand the dangers posed by 11

asbestos and how best to manage the risk.

The website: asbestosawareness.com.au has a number of useful resources, including a checklist to assist homeowners to conduct a simple visual inspection.

We all need to take the threat of asbestos seriously. Thanks to the Asbestos Awareness Campaign for bringing this to my attention – let's look after our local tradies!

If you'd like more information on any of these issues, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Jessica Shaw MLA LOCAL MEMBER FOR SWAN HILLS

@JessicaShawMLA Jessica.Shaw@mp.wa.gov.au 9296 7688 HERE TO HELP Aveley, Bailup, Belhus, Brigadoon, Bullsbrook, Chidlow, Ellenbrook, Gidgegannup, Melaleuca, Mount Helena, Sawyers Valley, The Vines, Upper Swan, and Wooroloo.

Office Address 8/31 Egerton Drive Aveley WA 6069

Postal Address PO Box 2265 Ellenbrook WA 6069

Standing up for Swan Hills Authorised by Jessica Shaw, 8/31 Egerton Drive, Aveley, WA 6069

BOOKS JUST OUT Title: A History of Parkerville & Stoneville Author: Rob Borsje Publisher: Rob Borsje

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ake two rural townsites, add a pub and a railway line and a hundred and twenty years of settlement, and you get a rich legacy of events and stories and a good share of interesting and sometimes irreverent characters, all contributing to the making of Parkerville and Stoneville.

This book is about the people, how they made their living, their watering hole (the pub), the essential services they fought for and the myriad of other factors that formed the fabric of a community.

Read about the gold rush, aboriginal rock art, a missing nun and much more.

Copies are available from the uthor/publisher through the website:

www.parkervillehistory.com.au

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The Cricket in My Hat imparts to readers the value of peace, tranquillity, love and c a r i n g ,” the debut author shares.

“It is one-of-akind because of the illustrations inspired by anime

relief,” Steadman says. “ P a r e n t s instinctively know that there are fatal flaws within a traditional approach, but they are floundering to find an alternative. I believe that our children can be our collaborators, they are sometimes our students, and most often they are our teachers.”

Filled with examples and actionable advice, The Revolutionary Who’s Raising You seeks to inspire parents, educators and mental health workers to raise self-confident, resilient, happy children. Above all, this book awakens parents to the spiritual savvy and psychological mastery of their child.

About the Author Deidre Steadman is a clinical psychologist with ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents and families.

She is currently working as a clinical psychologist at Alpha Psychology, a private practice she established in 2012. She offers a transformative, no-nonsense, leading-edge approach to psychology and is at the forefront of a rethinking of traditional parenting and traditional psychology. Steadman has three children and lives in South Australia.

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he Cricket in My Hat is about a little girl who lives in China who finds a tiny cricket one fine day. She decides to keep the cricket hidden in her hat. Everywhere she goes, the cricket in her hat is chirping away, and all the people stared at her in a very strange way.

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A snippet taken from The Cricket in My Hat reads: Walking to the shop, the cricket was chirping away.People walking past, stared at me in a very strange way.

My goodness, that child must be in pain.

She has a cricket, in her brain.

About the Author George Corcilius finished high school at the age of sixteen and pursued a course in commercial art where he received a bachelor’s degree, but there was no work available in Mt Gambier, South Australia, where he lived, so he moved to Brisbane in Queensland and started working on building sites.

Four years later he moved back to Mt Gambier still working in the building industry for another forty-four years.

Moving to another profession, Corcilius was inspired to write a children’s book with beautiful illustrations much like the old books he grew up with as a child. The Cricket in My Hat is his first book. ~oOo~ Title: An Eye For a Story Author: Michael (Mike) Zekulich

his autobiography reflects Zekulich’s early life in the Swan Valley and a successful journalistic career spanning forty-one years with The West Australian newspapers. It follows his very successful work on the valley’s rich wine history recorded in several books on the WA wine industry and in the publication Spirit of the Swan, 180 Years of Winemaking in the Swan Valley from the first vintage by Thomas Waters in 1834 made from grapes grown at his South Guildford Olive Farm property The book was named in the top three Australian wine books for 2015.

In this latest publication Zekulich reveals for the first time the unusual circumstances of how he became a journalist Involved was a disease of the optic nerves which cost him so much of his vision that his employment as a senior telephone technician with the Postmaster General’s Department was

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terminated and he was left unemployed.

However, an approach by Federal government psychologists specialising in the rehabilitation of people with disabilities or severe injuries from accidents to the management of West Australian Newspapers on his behalf resulted in the company extending a unique three year cadetship without pay leaving his family to rely on a small pension for their living needs. `Undeterred Zekulich grabbed at the journalism chance making a rapid impact with material for publication such that he qualified as a reporter after a year.

‘I was lucky,’ he said. ‘I had a natural instinct in what makes a good story especially one that required a strong picture to go with it.’

An Eye for a Story was launched at Mandoon Estate Winery in Middle Swan. Single books sell for $25 a copy while boxes of 10 are available for $200. Copies can be purchased from the Swan Valley Visitor Centre in Guildford, Mandoon Estate Winery, Faber Vineyard, Talijancich Wines Sandalford Winery and the Millpoint Café Book Shop.

WRITING THE HEROINE Workshop: Writing the Heroine, Saturday 11 November 2017, 1.00-4.00pm Beginning with Joseph Campbell’s classic approach to the hero’s journey, KSP’s Emerging Writer-in-Residence for November, Dr Sarah Nicholson, will be looking at the hero and the heroine in classic literature.

We will be exploring the issues for the mythic heroine on her inner and outer journeys.

Finally, we will be looking at contemporary examples of heroines whose journey’s have been remembered, rewritten or reinvented.

Along the way we will be doing writing exercises that respond to various aspects of the heroine’s journey. This workshop is targeted towards emerging writers but is suitable for any level.

Sarah Nicholson is the author of The Evolutionary Journey of Woman: From the Goddess to Integral Feminism.

She has a doctorate in feminist philosophy and teaches writing, and studies in literature, and religion at the universities of Newcastle, Wollongong and Western Sydney.

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COME ONE, COME ALL TO THE KSP BIG QUIZ KSP Big Quiz Fundraiser Friday 17 November 2017, From 6.30pm KSP is hosting another BIG QUIZ to help raise money for replacement linens in their three writing studios, to ensure they can stay open to the public. Fun and warm fuzzies guaranteed!

A cash bar will be on hand and games will be played in between ten rounds of themed quiz questions where teams of six to eight people will compete for pride and prizes aplenty.

The quizmaster will be Dr Douglas Sutherland-Bruce, publisher and editor of the Swan Magazine, repeating the role for the third time. The quiz is a test of general knowledge and is suitable for ages twelve and older. BYO nibbles. Make sure to book by Halloween for the early-bird discount; table cost is only $100!

Advance bookings are essential for all events. For more details or to book, please phone 08 9294 1872 or visit the KSP website on www. kspwriterscentre.com.

Tickets: $120 for table of eight, or $15 per orphan ticket – book online (advance bookings essential)

WRITING CAPTURE THE REAL KIMBERLY t the end of each day everyone gathers around the sawn-off 44 “A gallon drum on the lawn and someone will light the fire. Even if it’s warm, we still light the fire and sit with a cool drink and chat while the

afternoon sun turns the Erskine Ranges deep red behind us.

“Sometimes it’s three or four people, sometimes twenty, but it’s a daily tradition that’s for sure. You can’t beat the flicker of flames, the warmth of a fire and the stars overhead to get the conversation and laughter flowing.’

That’s Rachel Dillon talking about how each day is wrapped up out at Digger’s Rest Station in the east Kimberley.

Rachel and her partner Andrew Kikeros run a WA company called On The Verandah. They offer bespoke creative adventures in the dry season (May-August) from Digger’s Rest – about 130kms north west of Kununurra in WA’s far north.

On The Verandah has art, photography and creative w r i t i n g workshops, as well as a horse riding adventure for women. Guests stay in Bush Huts at Digger’s Rest and wake to views over the Cockburn Range that ‘defy words but inspire a lot of

creativity!’

‘We escape the Perth winter and bring guests to the station so they can learn new skills or just enjoy their hobby while experiencing the Kimberley lifestyle and the landscape made famous by the Baz Lurhman film, Australia. We can show you some of Baz’s secret locations, and tell a few stories, as we (Rachel and Andrew) both worked as runners on the film.’

Andrew says their guests experience a ‘true sense of freedom’ that they attribute not just to the vastness of the landscape, but also to a unique, inclusive atmosphere at the station best summed up by guest Stephanie: ‘Thank you for the hospitality and incredible

care and friendship. A holiday for the memory bank.’

When you join an On The Verandah trip, you get to see special places that other tourists just don’t have access to.

That’s the beauty of operating out of a cattle station

that sits at the foot of the Cockburn Ranges – together they have thirty seasons of Kimberley guiding experience between them, not to mention being able to tap the knowledge of station owner, Roderick Woodland, who drove his first mob of cattle to Wyndham Port when he was twelve years old.

The varied itineraries include opportunities to fish for barramundi on the mighty King River, meet the locals, view impressive aboriginal cave art or take a ride in a bull buggy.

The women’s horse riding itinerary also includes a day at Wyndham’s historic bush races and a chance to frock up, bush style.

The seven and nine day workshops include ‘Photography with Bewley Shaylor’, ‘Painting and Drawing with Judith White’ and ‘Creative Writing with Dr Nandi Chinna’.

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A scenic journey to fuel your imagination.

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THE IDLER The Idle Thoughts of an Idle Mind

There’ve been countless childhood development studies undertaken, surely the researchers could’ve simply completed a literature review or consulted an academic or two.

Failing that they could’ve spoken to the Child Centre staff or simply sat in on a few sessions to observe what the children liked doing. Evidently not. Instead they decided to survey the little hyperactive prodigies.

I’m no rocket scientist but I’m fairly sure that if you ask a four year old what they enjoy doing, the likelihood of their answer being different an GLENNYS MARSDON hour later is extremely high.

Maybe not the dizzying heights reached or nearly thirty years I’ve been researching by a distracted meerkat, should his playmate consumer behaviour and feeding the elephant remember he left the iron on and hop results back to government departments and off the seesaw, but high none the less. corporations to ensure their customers are Okay maybe the answer would be the same an hour later, but would it really hold true for represented at the planning table.

In most cases, the process has involved some the twelve months it’d take to develop the form of opinion collection, be it a survey, focus curriculum? group, indepth interview or social observation. I In case you were wondering, it turns out say this to let you know that I’m not averse to a that children prefer to play outdoors or “do art survey, indeed they’ve been the saviour of every and crafts” rather than use technology or learn something new. mortgage I’ve had.

What’s got me utterly flabbergasted though Yes, I know what you’re thinking, both is the extent of surveying taking place these activities are in fact opportunities to learn something new, but I digress. The article didn’t days.

As a professional research consultant, I say who commissioned the survey but I’m should be thrilled about this and yet I’m not. In guessing it wasn’t one of the technology giants. this era of political correctness and twitching The article concluded that most children just legal fingers, decision makers seem to be want to play. Who knew? Did we really need a increasingly abdicating their responsibilities to survey for this?

Perhaps the only way to stop the plethora survey respondents.

Obviously there’s the mother of all surveys, of irrelevant surveys is to look to the Human the Census, which is fair enough. Governments Rights Commission. Childrens’ innocence must need to track changes in the Australian be protected. Did their tender eyes really need demographic profile to ensure infrastructure to be ravaged by that unholy of sights, a person wielding a clipboard? matches demand.

Balancing the school to nursing home There’ll be ample time for that later in life ratio is like watching an arthritic elephant and when they’ll have learnt to deflect personal hyperactive meerkat playing on a seesaw, a intrusions by appearing interested in their never-ending struggle to generate even the mobile phone.

And then there’s the matter of the multislightest movement.

However, the other day I read an article million-dollar mail survey currently taking place. about a survey undertaken with kindergarten, The objective, apolitical researcher in me has sorry Childcare Centre, inhabitants. The national been intrigued by the whole process. study explored attitudes towards childcare, a Regardless of the Yes/No outcome it will reasonable topic to investigate, but with four be fascinating to see what happens if the final decision is anything other than what the people year olds? said they wanted. That’ll be worth a front row

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seat.

So why this growing reliance on surveys?

After thirty decades of working in consumer behaviour it’s clear that there are three reasons why clients undertake surveys. The first is to confirm a decision that’s already been made.

The second to decide between two or three strong alternatives, in which case it’s usually best to go with the one the CEO’s wife prefers.

Then there’s the third option.

When the client either has no idea what to do, or they do know but are afraid to make the decision. Either way once the results come in they’ll be declared “obvious”.

At the risk of alienating my colleagues and having my bank manager camped out on my doorstep, can decision maker please rethink whether the problem they’re facing really warrants a survey or just some tough pondering.

For the sake of future generations can decision making be elevated to a cornerstone of the school curriculum, so our Kindy folk can get back to playing.

For the sake of humanity can Humankind.2 please arrive with a larger set of … coconuts.

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I have found my haven My heart beats fast It’s an unknown feeling Coming straight from my heart I have been hurt and lost trust But I have never given up hope How strange to have found Love so suddenly, so new So me, so you, so us.

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The seven day women’s riding adventure is just for fun and has no tutor. We run only a handful of experiences each season, keeping our groups small with a maximum of ten guests.

We pride ourselves on offering the real deal.

If you want to experience the Australian outback without any airs or graces and see how people truly live out here then this is the holiday you’ve been looking for.

It’s not a luxury resort. You won’t be waited on. It’s a rustic and authentic and if you have an adventuring spirit you’ll discover why guests love it so much, they come back year after year.

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FUNDING FOR THE VALLEY he Swan Valley will benefit from $50,000 Tupgrade Federal Government funding to create and walk and cycle trails, helping to boost

tourism in the region.

The funding is a partnership between the Federal and State governments as part of the Tourism Demand Driver Infrastructure Program (TDDI).

The program provides $43 million over four years to states and territories for key infrastructure projects that will drive tourism growth. Western Australia received $5.063 million in funding over four years, managed by the State Government through Tourism Western Australia.

The City of Swan will match the Federal Government funding and manage the project, helping to further grow tourism in the region.

The funding will be used to engage a consultant to plan, consult and investigate appropriate interpretation for the cycle and walk trails. These improved trails will meet visitor needs and include signage to educate visitors about the Swan Valley's unique multicultural story.

The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions also received funding for two projects as part of the program in 2017-18, which will be used to upgrade a campground at Yanchep National Park and establish a vision for tourism infrastructure for Monkey Mia. These are the final West Australian projects as part of the TDDI program.

Federal Member for Hasluck, Ken Wyatt MP says that the TDDI program aims to drive demand, improve the quality of our tourist attractions and increase tourism expenditure.

"This project funded through the TDDI program will add to the attractions in the Swan Valley and therefore aid in increasing and sustaining visitor numbers. The Swan Valley Multicultural Cycle Walk Signage Trails project's goal is to create walk and cycle tourism trails that celebrate the regions multicultural story for the benefit of all those visiting and running businesses in the Swan Valley," said Mr Wyatt.

Western Australian Tourism Minister Paul Papalia: "It is fantastic to see the program helping to make Western Australia a more attractive place for tourists by providing funding for significant tourism infrastructure across the State.

"As part of the 2017-18 State Budget, the Swan Valley is set to receive $1.4 million for a coordinated and sustained tourism strategy in a bid to bring more visitors to the region and provide a major boost for local jobs.

"Together with the TDDI funding for walk and cycle tourism trails, this will significantly reinvent the tourism experiences on offer in the Swan Valley and meet visitor needs.

"Tourism is a key pillar of the State Government's plan to diversify the economy and create jobs. The industry contributed $10.1 billion in visitor spend in 2016-17 and generates around 109,000 jobs."

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WA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT REVIEW

n light of some of the current Planning he State Government is calling for consultants TMETRONET to help progress the Morley-Ellenbrook IDecisions and other issues you may find this review of interest as the outcome will have major Line.

A tender released seeks planning and engineering services for the Morley-Ellenbrook METRONET project, which is set to start construction in 2019.

The Morley-Ellenbrook Line will serve Perth's north-eastern suburbs and support existing communities with improved transport connections.

To ensure the rail line represents the best outcome for local communities, the work undertaken will include route option analysis, preliminary land use investigations, planning and concept designs, including any grade separations, stations and surrounding precincts.

Further tenders for other elements of METRONET will be released progressively over the next 12 months.

Local businesses are encouraged to tender for the works at www.tenders.wa.gov.au Work on the planning stages of Ellenbrook METRONET has entered high gear and now we are looking for local businesses to help flesh out the planning which is already under way.

RIVERBANK PROGRAM he Swan and Canning Riverpark is set to Trestoration benefit from $1 million in funding for foreshore projects as part of the McGowan

Government's commitment to improving the health of Perth's rivers.

Projects include the restoration and enhancement of the McCallum Park foreshore in the Town of Victoria Park, revegetation and erosion control measures at the foreshore adjacent to Windan Bridge in the City of Perth, and foreshore restoration works at Woodbridge Riverside Park in the City of Swan.

The Riverbank Program was introduced by the Gallop Labor Government in 2002 to fund foreshore restoration projects that improve the health and amenity of the Swan and Canning Riverpark.

As part of the program, local governments match the State Government's contribution of riverbank funding for foreshore works.

Since 2002, more than $38.5 million has been invested in foreshore restoration projects at 247 riverbank project sites on the Swan and Canning rivers.

Environment Minister Stephen Dawson: "The Riverbank Program is just one of the ways this Government is protecting our Swan and Canning rivers.

"Funding will go to important site work including ecological protection, erosion control and foreshore stabilisation, which will increase the safety and amenity of the sites.

"These restoration projects will improve public enjoyment of a number of foreshores and riverbanks by increasing access and enhancing the beautiful natural environment."

impacts upon you and your families.

It is important that you have your view heard both in a workshop and also via the online consultation platform:

REVIEW SUMMARY For the first time in more than twenty years, the Local Government Act 1995 is being reviewed to modernise the outdated laws and reduce red tape.

A consultation paper for phase one of the review was launched on 8 November 2017 and is available online for public comment.

To learn more about the review and topics included in the paper, attend one of the consultation workshops during November and December 2017.

ONLINE Submissions can be made via the online consultation platform: https://360.dlgsc.wa.gov.au The consultation is open for public comment until 9 February 2018.

ATTEND A WORKSHOP Workshops for the community and local governments are being held across the State during November and December 2017.

To register for a workshop please email legislation@dlgsc.wa.gov.au or visit the online consultation platform.

There are two time slots and venues on the same date for the City of Swan, both on Tuesday 28 November: Time: 1-3pm at Conference rooms City of Swan, Administration Building, 2 Midland Square, Midland – Time: 6-8pm at the Midland Town Hall, 312 Great Eastern Highway, Midland.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW The Local Government Act review will introduce changes that will modernise the Act and ensure that local governments are positioned to deliver for the community into the future.

Why is the Local Government Act Review required?

A review of the Act is overdue. The Western Australian community deserves local governments that are agile, smart and inclusive.

Some parts of the Act restrict the ability of local governments to deliver for the community.

Other parts have not kept pace with modern technology and community expectations.

What matters will be considered in each of the two phases?

The focus of phase 1 is modernising local government. This will include: Electronic availability of information.

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accountability, including gift disclosures.

Meeting community expectations of standards, ethics and performance.

Building capacity through reducing red tape.

Regional subsidiaries.

The focus of phase 2 is positioning local government to deliver for the community. This will include: Increasing participation and public confidence in local government elections.

Increasing community participation in local government decision-making.

Improving financial management, including through local government enterprises.

Building capacity through reducing red tape.

Why is the review being conducted in two phases?

Some aspects of the Act are clearly outdated and need to be prioritised. It is important that progress is made as soon as possible.

Other matters are more complicated and require more detailed consideration of the options available. Conducting the review in two phases will ensure that priority areas are addressed as quickly as possible.

Will the review examine local government boundaries?

No, the McGowan Government opposes any structural reforms that force local governments to amalgamate.

How will the review be funded?

The costs of the review will be conducted with fiscal responsibility in mind and will be funded within the local government portfolio.

How will the community and local government be engaged?

There will be opportunities to get involved online as well as in more traditional ways. The consultation paper asks for community views on proposals as well as seeking suggestions for other improvements.

Workshops will also be conducted across the State to enable the views of the community to be heard.

Opportunities will be presented through the consultation paper and workshops and individual local governments are encouraged to get involved.

Will the consultation paper provide the answers?

No, the intention is that the paper will identify issues and outline a number of options that could address each issue. Local governments, members of the community, businesses and any other interested person or organisation will be asked to comment on the options.

Collectively, local governments in Western Australia have an annual revenue of almost $4 billion and manage assets worth in excess of $40 billion. In 2015-16, Western Australian local governments levied more than $2 billion in rates, an amount that exceeded the State’s total share of Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue.

WHAT’S ON IF YOU WOULD LIKE AN EVENT LISTED IN THIS COLUMN RING our office on 0418 934 850 Entries for non-profit entities are free.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS - Glen Forrest Group Every Monday evening We meet at 7.00pm at the Glen Forrest Uniting Church, Mc Glew Rd, Glen Forrest. Call Dermot 0488 905 211 or John 0448 074 536 or the Perth Office (all hours) 9325 3566.

MORRIS DANCING

All welcome. It’s like bush dancing, with sticks and bells. It’s aerobic exercise and great fun!

Tuesdays 7-9pm practice, Guildford Town Hall, cnr James St and Meadow St, Guildford. And drinks later at the Woodbridge Hotel with live Irish music For more information please contact: AUSTRALIAN BREASTFEEDING ASSOC. Christine Hogan: 9279 8778 Discussion groups, guest speakers, morning Email: madtattersmorris@iinet.Net.Au tea. Free breastfeeding counselling. Expectant Website: madtattersmorris.Myclub.Org.Au mothers, mothers, babies and children welcome.

National Breastfeeding Helpline 1800 686 2686 MUSTARD SEED - DISCOVERING COMPUTERS is a 24 hour 7 days a week service.

Mustard Seed is a fifteen year old non-profit organisation and teaches all aspects of everyday Swan/Mundaring Group meets every Monday, 9:30- computing. Ability levels from beginners 11:30am at the Gumnuts Family Centre, 8 Mudalla onwards. Want help with Windows 10? In need of Way, Koongamia. A qualified ABA counsellor instruction with your Mac computer? Have an iPad is present at each meeting to give confidential or Android tablet and don’t know what it will do? information and support on breastfeeding issues. We can help. Cost is $3 per session. Classes are Contact Natalie 9572 4971. heldat 56 McGlew Road, Glen Forrest. To gain a place enrol now.

Kalamunda Group meets fortnighly on a Thursday, Phone 9299 7236 or 0478 604 163 or 9:30-11:30am at the Maida Vale Baptist Church, E: mustardcomputers@gmail.com Edney Road, High Wycombe.

W: noodlebytes.com Contact Jenny 9252 1996.

Northam Group meets each second Tuesday of the month at the Bridgeley Community Centre, Wellington Street, Northam 10am to Noon.

Fourth Tuesday each month at Toodyay Playgroup, Stirling Terrace, Toodyay. Noon to 2pm. Please phone Louisa 9574 0229.

TUESDAY BADMINTON CLUB

Tuesdays Join us for Social Badminton from 9am - 11am at Brown Park Recreation Centre. Beginners Welcome. Contact Miriam 9274 5058.

THE HILLS CHOIR

Monday Evenings Do you enjoy singing and joining with others to make beautiful music? Come and join the Hills Choir. We meet from 7.30 to 9.30pm at the Uniting Church on Stoneville Road, Mundaring. Contact Margie on 9295 6103 for further information.

SWAN VALLEY SQUARES – ELLENBROOK

Every Friday Night Modern Australian Square Dancing from 8.00 pm – 10.00 pm Woodlake Community Hall, 1 Highpoint Blvd, Ellenbrook. Friendly, fun and low cost. No previous experience necessary. All Welcome. Contact Greg Fawell 0417 912 241 or www.swanvalleysquares.weebly.com

ELLENBROOK COMMUNITY WEIGHT LOSS CLUB

Every Tuesday evening We meet from 6.45pm to 8.00pm at the Woodlake Community Hall, Meeting room 1.

Highpoint Blvd, Ellenbrook. Friendly support group and low cost. Male and females of all ages welcome. Contact Shirley 9276 7938 shirleysardelich@aapt.net.au.

ELLENBROOK AND DISTRICT MENS SHED INC.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday We are open at 4 Transit Way Ellenbrook from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Potential members can turn up on those days and there will be someone to explain what we do and give membership details.

Annual fees are low and members can do their own thing, participate in projects for the community or simply just come in for a chat and a cuppa.

We are considering extending our days to include Saturdays or evenings if there is enough interest.

SWAN VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE MUSIC CLASSES

Tuesday mornings Learn to play tunes on piano or keyboard immediately – the SIMPLY MUSIC method. Play songs, chords, blues and classical in small groups at a reasonable price.

Call Heather 9296 4181 for more details.

HILLS CHRONIC PAIN SUPPORT GROUP

1st Wednesday of each month Hilltop Grove Estate, 1645 Jacoby Street, Mahogany Creek. Morning tea provided, between SWAN WOODTURNERS GROUP 10.30 - 12.00 noon.

The group meets in the rear hall of The Senior Enquiries Terina 9572 1655.

Citizens’ Centre, The Avenue, Midland, at 1-00pm. on 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Tuesday, and at 7-00pm. MIDLAND MEN’S SHED on 2nd Tuesday of each month. A demonstration Every Tuesday morning and cuppa are the norm. Men and Women are We meet socially every Tuesday morning from welcome. Enquiries to Ted 9295 4438.

9.30am to 11.30am in the Bellevue Baptist Church Hall and our usual attendance is around fifty-five.

TALKING HORSES At least once a month we have a guest speaker on Wednesday evenings 6:00pm a range of topics.

The WA Horse Council equestrian radio We also go on excursions to various places program is now in its seventh year. The of interest (e.g. HMAS Stirling, Aviation Museum, programme is broadcast on the Community Radio Fremantle Ports, ALCOA, etc.).

Station 91.3 SportFM. To ensure that your club, Our workshop with wood working and metal event, breed or business gets coverage, call working is now in Midvale and for the opening Diane Bennit 0409 083 617. hours and further details please contact Rob Cutter on 0419 967 873.

SWAN VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE Also in operation is our music group – the Monday Mornings Rockin’ Shedders which is going from strength to The Art Group meets at Baskerville Hall from 9am strength and their repertoire of songs increases – 12pm for just $5.00 per session. each week.

The group leader is Gilly, she can help and For more information on the Shed please advise with most media. Feel free to come and contact Kevin Buckland on 0417 961 971 or by have a look and meet our local artists – they are a email to kebinsv@tpg.com.au. very friendly lot, new members welcome!

For more information call 9296 1976 or EASTERN DISTRICTS MACHINE KNITTERS E: enquiries@swanvalleycommunitycentre.com Friday - second and fourth W: www.swanvalleycommunitycentre.com.

We meet from 9:00am to noon at 10 Brockman Road, Midland.

SWAN HARMONY SINGERS Feel welcome to join us for morning tea and Wednesdays see how easy it is to make your own garments.

Come and sing with us! Swan Harmony Singers For more information contact Pat 9309 3260; is a community choir that meets, 7-9pm, to Liz 9572 7074 or Pat 9295 2793. sing music ranging from jazz to pop, plus the occasional classic. No auditions. Join us at the Salvation Army Church Hall, 371 Morrison Rd, (opposite Swan View Primary School), Swan View.

Enquiries: call Anna on 9299 7249, or Chris on 9298 9529 or 0435 062 728.

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CHAPTER 6 - THE VEGIE PATCH ow, Johnny Montellini and his missus had set up camp on Durangey Creek, not far out of town.

They had been visited several times already by local coppers regarding liquor sales after a marked increase in the insobriety of locals without a corresponding increase in alcohol sales through the area’s one and only liquor outlet for a 200-kilometre radius.

Johnny and his missus were avid gardeners, working large vegie patches wherever they happened to be camped. They worked industriously on their plot, often assisted by young travellers who came and went at will, hitching or walking.

Billy had delivered hitchhikers to the camp on his increasingly frequent trips to town; most times nubile young European girls commanding enough English to request a lift to the patch, although he had never before actually met Johnny.

Billy marvelling, through a cracking hangover, at the latest two beautiful ladies in his ute, chatting away in lingo, with an occasional “okay” in his direction, they soon arrived at Monty’s whereupon Billy rolled his swag out in the shade, camping up in the hot mid-afternoon.

The girls quickly discussed terms and conditions with Johnny, obviously arriving at a suitable conclusion. Johnny led them to a caravan to unpack their meagre bed-rolls and belongings before commencing work in the late afternoon and evening.

Billy slept, quite oblivious to flies and the sun’s hot rays striking through the foliage as it completed its westward arc. Waking late afternoon with a start, he was dry as a chip and totally famished.

At least the head’s stopped thumping, Billy thought, admiring the view across tilled rows and stakes. The girls and a couple of skinny youths were moving along, steady under the watchful eye of Johnny and his Aboriginal missus worked along with them.

Johnny noticed Billy rising and walked over, pausing at the fire to stir the stew as he passed. The aroma wafted Billy’s way. “Like some?” Johnny asked.

Without replying Billy shuffled a large pannikin from his tucker box, deftly dipping stew from Johnny’s camp oven and hungrily slurping as a mix of garlic and chilli peppers assailed his nostrils. Attempting to choke back a massive eye-watering sneeze, Billy blew stew and phlegm, like a true gentleman, away from the coals, swags and plastic chairs.

“Jeez!” Billy exclaimed. “That’s bloody hot stuff!” Coughing lumps, slowly regaining his composure, Billy sipped carefully at the brew.

Johnny hardly blinked, waiting awhile before commenting.

“You the young bloke out at Mungatawny?”

Billy replied with cautious, “Yeah; s’pose I am, what’s the go?”

“Good water out there”, Johnny continued, “and good land?” Wouldn’t mind putting a crop in.”

“Depends”, Billy replied. “The owner’s away,

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but you’re welcome to have a look.” Billy said, hoping he may bring the European girls with him.

The afternoon moved on, sun sinking slowly past the rim. A massive yellow summer orb, now dwindling light, reflecting deep red stains as Johnny tipped a demi-john of claret into glasses on a table by the flames.

Billy supplied himself with a liberal draught, eyed off others as they drifted in, sipped and smoked and quietly pondered thoughts of other days. Johnny’s stew and brew and repartee in lingo strange, blended with the long cool night, desert winds blew the lines, as liquor unwound Billy’s mind and people came and went as in a trance; some stayed some left as fire flames danced.

Until enough was finally had and Billy’s warm swag’s coarse embrace blocked out the lazy wind, Billy snug and warm within.

Daylight arrived, no-one stirred. The wine had run its late-night course. Morning clatter stirred the group: fire flaring, bubbling stew, fresh chopped vegies, thinly sliced meat, tractor diesel chatter settling.

Another yarn, drinking tea; swapping maps of where he’ll be: along the munga fixing mills, patching fences, watching cattle. Billy departed the camp next morning with a full belly of fiery stew and a few flagons of Johnny’s claret; the crew were all working steadily, discarding clothing as exercise and increasing sun’s heat dictated.

Billy headed back out, mindful of his responsibilities to Clyde, trying to balance Clyde’s responsibilities to him and I s’pose he shrugged, so long as the store account holds it’ll be okay.

Been a while since any cattle had been trucked and Clyde’s obviously taken to this holiday caper.

No news now for a month - mind you, the fax ran out of ink and the gen sets off most of the time.

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Since Janey left, Billy had camped out wherever he finished work the day, around the run, living on salt meat and tin dog.

The Aboriginals had not returned from their last visit elsewhere, so the place was pretty well deserted; Janey’s flowerbeds withering in the heat.

Billy chucked mill and fencing gear in the ute ready for tomorrow’s foray. He was looking forward to Johnny’s visit, hoping he’d bring the girls. He seemed keen on coming out. Still, it’s a fair way to cart vegies to any sort of market and he grows a decent crop.

We’ll see, Billy mused, pouring himself a generous draught of Johnny’s claret, gen set popping in the background.

Better shut it off before this booze kicks in, Billy thought, walking across the moonlit yard, reminiscing of other times.

Billy was up early, dawn just breaking as he approached the first mill; it was idly turning, clanking and whirring on a light chill breeze, a small spurt of water jetting rhythmically as pump stokes peaked, jetting from Clyde’s inner tube patch, perished by extreme weather over years of exposure.

At least it’s pumping, Billy thought. Don’t like pulling pumps on my own. He’d shifted a few mobs off broken down mills, and had been obliged to repair a few pumps by himself, pulling columns, replacing leather pump buckets and occasionally lowering himself down a well twitching patches on leaking columns, always thankful when the jobs were completed safely.

One mill head required attention, but Billy had drawn the line there; too bloody hard and dangerous.

Wish bloody Clyde would front! Still, Billy thought, Johnny’s mob will lighten things up, may even get a hand with these busted arse mills. Johnny reckoned he was going to pick and sell that last crop and come straight out.

Bugger Clyde! Reckon I’ll set Johnny up at the old cattle yards. Good water and ground and he’ll probably dig up and use the old yards as a garden. Bit of fencing to keep stock and roos out. Soon pull the burnt posts and rails away. Something will happen.

Billy thought as he headed homewards, always does. Billy had been going easy on fuel, having missed last mail day and not having ordered or brought anything of any consequence out from town.

He was enjoying a long draught of Monty’s claret, watching the last crimson rays and lengthening shadows, night noises quietly kicking in, a junk stew of salt meat bubbling on the stove along with a nice selection of Johnny’s vegies.

Don’t miss the gen set, Billy thought.

Probably crank it up tomorrow. Better send off a fax order for fuel; still, why not go in myself? Billy mused, moving the tucker one-side on the stove; gonna hit the sack.

Be a good breakfast and crib tomorrow. Billy woke early, well before dawn, something other than his claret-dry mouth had stirred him.

Sure enough, after listening a bit, he picked up an engine note, changing up gears from the bottom gate: May as well crank the genny. Only a litre or so till dawn. Billy walked over the yard, observing the loom of head lights swinging round the breakaways, still a good way off.

Bloody good lights, Billy observed, dawn just pinking; he had tea on the go when the vehicle pulled in, looking out he was surprised to see Johnny Montellini alighting in the yard.

Billy was pleasantly surprised by Johnny’s arrival. A bit sooner than he thought: reckoned he’d have a few more weeks at the town block, but there you go, he’s a grower.

Johnny and Billy yarned awhile, checked the fax for news from Clyde to no avail, and settled in principle on the old cattle yard site for the new garden; subject to a visit later today.

Johnny had agreed to help Billy replace the mill head at Smith’s bore, which was on the way round.

Two good blokes would fix it in three or four hours then on to the yards.

Well, it took a little longer at the mill but they made it to the burnt out yard just on sundown, Johnny marvelling at the destruction.

Billy, blasé about the whole deal, gave a brief outline of the incident, deliberately leaving out reference to the gold squad’s attendance or Janey’s disappearance.

Wonder how Janey is? Billy thought for a moment. Haven’t heard from her for a long time now. S’pose I haven’t written either. She’ll be flat out with her uni thing and family; anyway, better get on with it, this Montellini deal will breathe some life into this joint.

And thus Mungatawny Range Station embarked, with due consideration to absent owners and a decent tasting of Montellini claret, into a prosperous and eventful future.

Billy retired early to fleecy dreams of tomato stakes and scantily clad young ladies. Goateed, tattooed youths hovered in the background of Billy’s mind until finally he slumped into a deep sleep, which carried him through till 8.30 am on the lounge, upon where he’d laid out to rest the previous night.

Johnny had left a brief note by the now lukewarm tea pot, outlining his intention to return with his camp and crew asap and set up, as agreed, at the old cattle yards.

Well, here we go, Billy thought. Round 2 of the Mungatawny stakes. Take a seat ladies and gentlemen for the next extravaganza. Montellini’s up to something, for sure; don’t think he’d be on the same wavelength as old Bob, but who knows in this wonderful world of outback entrepreneurs.

Clydey’s now got the daily-double to contend with, that is, of course, when and if he returns.

Billy was also experiencing, between work commitments and drinking bouts, mental telepathic communications with Janey, long question and answer times.

Unfortunately, Billy was both party and mediator, so he generally returned to work on the bottle to close the session, dossing down rough, knowing full well the truth, unable to physically or mentally address the situation.

He established a large wedge of blame on

Clyde, that blame compounding as he patched another problem.

Things will be different when Monty’s mob arrives, Billy reckoned.

And arrive they did: three caravans, two trucks, and several four-wheels drives, chooks, geese, skinny tattooed youths and very well proportioned young ladies, all under the watchful eyes of Monty and his missus.

Stew pot on an open fire established between house and generator shed, filled the space with wonderful hearty atmosphere. They all adjourned to the verandah with every-ready demi-johns of claret, followed by equally potent stew.

Monty’s accordion had the girls dancing whirling sambas, illuminated by the well-stoked fire. Fortifying claret and the girls seductive shimmying finally Billy rose to the occasion, dancing wildly, shedding cares and clothes as the tempo increased.

Daylight spilled out over the yard and house before Billy woke, extracting himself from Sienna’s embrace; language had not been a problem last night. As he raked campfire coals, coaxing the fire along, Johnny appeared from a caravan, shaking his head, disappearing for a leak; back shortly for a welcome cup of tea.

“May leave the stew till later”; they agreed.

By midday the convoy arrived at the old yards.

Johnny’s crew expertly setting up camp; some going about the business of clearing fence debris and cattle bones from the burnt out yards, running a poly line from the tank and geny preparing ground and irrigation gear to plant, which was obviously a happening thing as Johnny’s missus had trays of seedlings and fertiliser.

Billy left them to it, observing and returning lingering looks in Sienna’s direction as he walked back over to the windmill truck, to head off, once again on his never ending patching run.

He was pleased with how cattle condition was improving, due to his efforts on maintaining water points. Thinking, how, if he stayed on, a half dozen good bulls would improve the mob considerably, and if only prices rose a little he could get a dollar out of running scrub bulls instead of simply shooting them from time to time when happened to spot them on the flats.

Decent-sized towns being just too far made even dog meat uneconomic. Of course, Billy thought, that’s my next problem. Wild dogs!

It’s one thing breeding up the mob, but not much good when dogs pull down the calves and weak cows.

Billy slipped the truck out of gear, rolling to a stop at his first mill. Pulling the plug and swishing discoloured water along the trough to drain, clear fresh water gushing from the ball tap, mill clanking 20

gently, pumping to tank, Billy gave a contented grunt.

Wonder how the rest are going, he pondered.

I’m getting bloody sick of patching.

The day for Billy proved quite uneventful, cleaning troughs and the odd twitch, in time heading back around to the homestead arriving just after dark, pretty bloody tired after a big night with the Montellini mob, particularly later in the night, then all day around the mills.

Life’s hard! Billy remarked to himself with a wry smile. He didn’t check anything that night; found his way in the dark deliberately avoiding the flagon of claret and crashed, too tired to dream.

Awakening at his usual pre-dawn, briefly considering the day’s program, settling quickly on heading out to the cattle yards, checking on progress and staying well away from the claret Billy wanted the garden to be up and running before Clyde arrived on the chance he well may object.

Check the fax later and there’s nothing in any fridges, so no point cranking the genny, he reckoned. Billy drove out, checking mills and livestock as he went, arriving mid-morning at the yards, pleasantly surprised to see rows of cultivated loam, turned back with the little tractor and discs, trimmed up by the girls with rake and hoe prior to planting, which had commenced as the far end of the cattle yards perimeter.

All the rails and poles that could be removed by the tractor were stacked up near Monty’s mobile ablutions and the donkey boiler was smoking. Other stout black heart posts stood as reminders in the garden’s centre of this once sturdy stockyard. If only those poles could talk, Billy thought. Even this last year or so’s a lifetime.

Imagine what’s been going on over the last half century.

That Sienna’s a beauty; who cares about language. Billy’s mind wandered. Johnny had driven over on the tractor pulling up near the fire

and jinker.

“Not bad, eh? All those years of cattle dung will pay off real quick,” he remarked, chucking a handful of tea into the pot bubbling on the tripod.

“Whattya reckon, Billy, hang around a bit. I’ll be turning the irrigation on later. It’ll look good at sunset. May as well stay for tea. See ya got ya swag!” Johnny noted with a grin.

Billy hung about, helped lay out poly irrigation pipe, lowered the submersible pump down the well and laid out electrical cable to Monty’s gen set, ticking over quietly back of the camp. The thought occurred that he really should get back to business, but, ah, well, all the mills were working yesterday, up the north end anyway, and besides, the company’s good here.

Billy had just straightened up, easing his back against the unaccustomed strain of squatting, pushing trickle pipe into main lines across the patch when he observed a dust trail away off in the shimmering distance, approaching lazily in a long arc.

“Well, well”, Billy murmured. “Wonder who this is. Surely it’s not a stock and station agent?”

Shortly Billy was able to make out a vehicle which slowly emerged through the mirage as a white Toyota, and then.

“Knock me down with a matchstick!” It was none other than the holidaymaker Clyde. Billy shouted. “Where have you been?” Walking up to the near new Tojo, extending a welcoming handshake, “And what’s with the new motor car?”

Clyde climbed out of the vehicle, edging towards Billy, cautiously accepting his warm handshake.

“What’s going on, Billy?” he enquired. “Looks like a convoy went through the homestead yards.

I got home last night; been worrying ever since.

Had to go back to the south end early this morning.

There were some leaks down there I spotted on the way in. Hope the north end’s okay. And who are these people?

“Where did they come from? What’s going on, Billy? Are they gardening? You know, Billy, you’re not allowed to cultivate crops on a pastoral lease?

It’s illegal, Billy! Anyway, what are they growing?”

Clyde asked, shifting his hat nervously on his head.

“Oh, dear!” he exclaimed, Billy by now had poured tea and pushed a chair across, indicating Clyde to sit down.

“Have a cuppa, Clyde. Meet Johnny Montellini.

He’ll be here in a while. That’s him on the tractor”, giving Johnny a wave.

“How’s the missus and kids, Clyde, and what’s with the new Tojo? Win the lotto, Clydey? North end’s good, Clyde, and I’ve shifted the stock off those mills down south. They were only watering goats and roos. Those pipes are buggered!”

Billy continued, firing back his own mix of questions and information.

“Johnny, meet Clyde.” Billy introduced the pair, wondering how the next part of the saga would unfold. He need not have given it a second thought, Johnny had brought three of the Euros over with him, and it all but brought Clydey to his knees.

Fumbling and bumbling, sloshing tea down his front, with the girls fussing over him, Clyde swung his hat off and knocked the billycan of tea over in his nervous flamboyant haste. This gave the girls all the more reason to fuss, giggling in fits and

starts, and Clydey with the biggest Cheshire cat grin.

Talk about the cat and the cream, Billy thought, calling the meeting to order by reintroducing Johnny and the girls. Each young lady planted a kiss on Clydey’s check, his trembling hands shuffling his hat round like a chocolate wheel at the local show.

Johnny then took over, coaxing Clyde over to the patch, introducing him to his missus still standing at the seed bed, investigating frivolity at the camp. Johnny and his missus then proceeded on a tour of tilled ground, stretching from the wing to the stockyard loading race, explaining which vegie or herb was planted and why they were spaced along in certain ways, some scientific, some cultural, but in the main for reasons of herbal support against insects and disease.

Clyde was then discreetly steered back past Sienna and the girls and handed back over to Billy. Clyde was gobsmacked. Billy offered him a claret from a stone demi-john which he accepted gratefully, insisting he must be off as time was marching on and there was no-one to start the generator.

After a few liberal gulps, Clyde agreed regarding the kero fridges and lights being quite adequate and the missus would hardly expect him home early, after being away for so long.

“Besides, where’ve you been this past six weeks?” Billy enquired. “Not a bad holiday, Clydey.

No postcards or faxes.”

Clyde by now had settled down, the crew had all fronted up at the cook’s jinker and it was all one big happy family as the sun disappeared over the rim. Sienna set herself squarely across the table from Billy. The stew went down a treat with Clyde explaining to all that it was “a bit spicier than he normally had!”

In fact, that comment and “Oh, the wine’s nice!” was about all Clydey had to offer, besides nervously picking his hat up and down, until one of the girls removed his hat from the chair and sat very purposefully beside him, causing Clyde to take a great gulp of claret, big enough to drop most seasoned drinkers.

Later that night Clyde, ignoring advice and offers of accommodation, set out for home with a camp oven of fresh stew for the wife and kids and several of the best flagons of claret.

Billy excused himself from the table, after arranging to meet Clyde back here with a few windmill tools in Clyde’s new ute, for the top end inspection on the morrow.

Meanwhile, Billy thought, I’ll pop outside and see what the moon and stars may bring. He was well aware a flagon of claret won’t stop our Clyde wending a safe journey home and the missus wouldn’t even visit the stockyard endeavour, let alone raise an eyebrow at any activities perpetrated around the run, although old Bob had raised her dander when he tried to shift the tank and stand with his motor car that time.

Mind you, Bob was encroaching on her house and garden and threatening herself and chicks.

Billy gave a grin as Clyde rolled away, carefully raising a flagon to his lips between gears. Nothing much has changed on the old Mungatawny, Billy grinned, his grin widening as he caught a slight movement in the moonlight by his ute.

Clyde arrived back at morning smoko. “I mean, 21

who else but Clyde could time it so right?” Billy exclaimed in Johnny’s direction. Sienna looked up, aware that whatever was said was in relation to the motor car pulling up near the jinker, coming in very slowly to avoid dust.

Clyde slowly walked over, a serious look on his face, accepting a pannikin of tea from Johnny. Sienna anxiously moved forward towards Clyde, obviously concerned about whatever was troubling him, speaking softly in Italian.

Christ! Billy thought: That was the same lingo she used last night. Hope she’s not feeling sorry for me, or p’raps she’s going for Clyde as well. I dunno! S’pose I’ll just wait and see.

Clyde motioned Billy and Johnny over one side and said in his best conspiratorial tone.

“Look, fellas, I like the look of this market garden business, but I’ve checked the Pastoral Board reg’s and it cannot happen without approval from the Board.”

Right on cue, the girls came over, helloing and cooing at Clyde who melted like ice cream on the dashboard in summer. Billy and Clyde departed on their inspection tour shortly after, Clyde eyeing off the rows of tilled earth. He liked what he saw but was having a struggle with the legal aspect. This was a hell of a lot more than having a homestead vegie patch.

“There’ll be trucks coming in, Billy!” Clyde blurted. “Everybody will know!”

“Yeah”, Billy replied, “and everybody will want some. Come on, Clyde, there could be a quid here!” This latest enlightenment brightened Clyde somewhat and the two men moved on to cattle and windmill talk.

It wasn’t until later afternoon and they were halfway back down the range that Clyde quietly brought up the subject of the girls.

“Those beautiful girls, Billy. The missus wouldn’t approve of them being out here and me off doing mill runs! How’s Janey, Billy?” Clyde enquired.

“It’s been a long time. Have you heard from her?” “Yeah”, Billy replied. His present situation with Sienna taking the edge off his desire to catch up with Janey.

“She’ll be busy, Clyde, uni and all that stuff.

The fast life, Clyde, not like us, steady, steady!”

They’d arrived back at the patch, Clyde straining to get a look at the girls working along the rows.

“Yeah, steady, steady, and that’s us, yeah!”

Billy reckoned, steady, steady would be right.

“Could you see, Clyde, hiding in the bush with a pair of binoculars having a good long ogle, anyway, Clyde, would you like some stew?” Billy enquired.

“We’re a bit early for tea but the pot’ll be on.”

Clyde declined but hinted at the possibility of “a claret for the track” and that he’d “better get going as the mail truck would be in tonight”.

Thus, with another few litres for accompaniment, Clyde journeyed off home. Billy set about tidying up his ute and camp, a project that didn’t take long but kept his mind off Janey till the crew came down before dark to tub up for tea.

Sienna came in last, not her normal self.

Probably had a big day, Billy reckoned, watering his claret down some more: Looks like tonight’s not the night; Sienna, eating her meal by the fire, far from her vivacious self.

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COMMUNITY THEATRE REVIEWS THEATRE WITH GORDON

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.

- Helen K eller DON QUIXOTE on Quixote is a bawdy, comedy romp based on Saavedra’s 1605 novel, Cervantes.

It was originally translated from Arabic by a Moorish writer; however, this production is the 2013 adaptation is by playwright Larry Buttrose PhD., a South Australian journalist, ABC broadcaster, and academic.

Originally considered a social commentary, this version is almost a slap-stick comedy.

Dr. Buttrose was the ghost-writer on the recent major selling book, A Long Way Home on which the recent film Lion was based.

The Performing Arts Association of Notre Dame Australia, are proudly presenting Edward Blake’s production in Notre Dame’s Prindiville Hall, at 25 Mouat Street, Fremantle.

The two-and-a-half hour shows can be seen on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings at 6.30 pm, and Saturday nights at 7.00 pm, until November 11th.

Thomas Desmond’s set comprised various pieces of rustic furniture and a brazier. There was a very good handcart (Props and production supervisor, Justine Ralph). The walls were black drapes.

The stage manager was Zoe Jess, assisted

by Jessica Denning. The set changes were swift and effective considering the limited space in the wings.

The lighting and sound were designed and operated by Chelsea Reilly and Zoe Jess. The selection of Spanish music was stirring.

The scene is a small Spanish town, 400 years ago.

A Spanish landowner, Don Quixote (Morgan Unger), is going through a midlife crisis; he is madly in love with Dulcinea (Ella Gorringe) but needs to prove himself.

He hears of the term ‘Knight Errant’, a medieval knight who wanders in search of chivalrous adventures. This is his big chance, and so, with his trusty squire, Sancho Panza (Courtney McManus) he sets forth.

In Quixote’s home, his housekeeper (Takia Morrison) sits crocheting as she relates the adventures that follow. The local priest, Father Perez (Zakaria Hourani) is collecting all the blasphemous and immoral books and burning them. Master Nicholas (Jake Treacher) and his sexy, fawning

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girlfriend Juliana (Kirralee Coulter) are brokenhearted at the loss of their ‘training manuals’.

On his journey to save the world, the bold idealist, Quixote fearlessly tackles all situations that he misinterprets as unjust. He rescued two, pure young ladies, Regina (Ana Ferreira Manhoso) and Marina (Holly Handley) from being pawed and assaulted by two men – even though Sancho was desperately trying to tell Don that they were prostitutes and the men had paid.

On seeing a country inn, and being prone to ‘visions’, Don thought it was a castle and asked the landlord (Alannah Pennefather) to dub him a knight, Sir Alonso. When he finds three prisoners tied together, a thief (Troy Coelho), a pimp (Rachel Porter) and a Basque (Michael Allan), who have been arrested by a Captain (Giacomo Groppoli) he sets them free – before being robbed by them, himself.

Can there be any hope for this useless Knight? How much longer will poor Sancho have to suffer?

The expression, ‘tilting at windmills’ describes the act of attacking imaginary enemies and comes from Quixote’s numerous exploits.

The wide range of excellent costumes was by Carmel Mohen. The variety included prostitutes to Archbishops, peasants to the rich, all finely attired.

Director, Chelsea Reilly had a very wide stage to cope with, but she kept the action flowing

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well and used the whole area extensively. The cast were well rehearsed, and grasped their characters impeccably. Don and Sancho were outstanding. Quixote never faltered on his idiotic enthusiasm and Sancho was brilliant as his squire, desperately trying to drum some sense into him.

I went to this show expecting a heavy play, and was pleasantly surprised to see the Chaucerlike rendition of the well-known story. Sadly the audience was rather small, possibly due to the 6.30 start, but undeterred, the cast gave a great performance, filled with drive and enthusiasm.

The script has some very funny side comments and this adaptation defined the leads perfectly.

Guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.

A Kick in the Baubles A Kick in the Baubles is described by the publishers as an adult farce, but is actually a very funny drama.

It was written in 2005 by Teesside-born playwright, Gordon Steel. For twenty-five years now, Gordon has been writing and directing comedies, for both the theatre and TV. The Joondalup Encore Theatre Society (JETS), in the Padbury Community Hall, 15 Caley Road (just off Whitford’s Ave), in Padbury is presented this hilarious comedy, each Friday and Saturday evening at 8.00.

The map on the society’s Facebook page shows the theatre marked on a road with a very similar name in Padbury, just north of London!

There are mild, inoffensive, M-rated themes throughout the play, but they will put a smile on your face; no doubt, you will have a few relatives who are ‘is just like that’.

The set is simply a beige suede, threepiece suite with a couple of coffee tables and a Christmas tree. The walls are black drapes.

The full lighting rig comprises two, threemetre tripods on the auditorium floor, each with an old, incandescent flood and a spotlight. There was no stage lighting.

The sound system was two, old speaker units supported on a stand – again one on each side of the stage. The sound mixer was an ancient unit with dirty, worn out pots. Operator Tim Longley did a fine job with what he had.

If any community theatre has some old style lamps, or a mixer/fader desk unit that they do not want, this enthusiastic society, who are keen to get ahead, would be most grateful.

Scene: It is Christmas Eve in the London, middle-class home of Frank and Jean Bailey. Their house décor is rather tatty, other than a brand new carpet in the lounge.

The stage manager was Andrew Fairfoul, and Vicky Williams assisted him.

Frank (Peter Giles) is relaxing on the settee, trying to appear invisible.

His wife, Jean (Diane Campbell) is on the rampage and starting to panic about their Christmas arrangements.

Everything has to be ‘ just perfect’ for the day.

After a final shopping spree, Frank is given the task of decorating the artificial Christmas tree. As he struggles with the lights, one of his identical twin daughters, Alex (Aly Campbell) enters the room. In an aside to the audience, Frank confides that although beautiful, she is the runt of the litter, with very few brain cells.

Next-door neighbour, Gary (Alex Halse) brings around his karaoke sound system and his hot – really hot – girlfriend, Julie (Riane Lake), who likes anything in trousers.

Soon it is Christmas Day and the tensions have not eased. The strains of carol singers can be heard at the front door. It is actually Jean’s snooty sister, Doreen (Mary Angus) and her tedious, miserly, yet extremely wealthy husband, Harry (Rod McGrath) doing their annual boring ‘surprise, surprise’. Neither of the in-laws drinks – unless it is from someone else’s bottle.

The family highlight is seeing twin Milly (Aly Campbell) and her nerdy boyfriend, Darren (Alex Halse).

Will Christmas be peace and goodwill for the Bauble family?

Although this theatre group are one of Perth’s longest established, there have been occasions in the recent past when some of the shows were truly embarrassing, and I wondered if they would have any supporters left.

Now, thanks to their dedicated director, Sharon Wigley, their acting standards – and the general organisation – have come on leaps and bounds. This production was a breath of fresh air.

All of the actors (a couple were new to the stage) were word perfect, and had a natural comedy delivery. They acted well as a team, showing great chemistry.

Some of the actors had to present their comedy with subtlety, whereas others had to be well over-the-top, great work from Riane.

Alex Halse had three very different characters

to portray, and he was wonderful in each. Having two experienced actors like Diane and Peter ensured a good pace, whilst helping the others achieve their potential.

Extra seats had to be laid out, as director Sharon Wigley and the general helpers gave the larger than expected, appreciative audience – a very warm welcome.

The Society is low on helpers, such as an assistant director, set designer and constructor, a props finder, a box office helper, programme pusher, and a costume advisor, all missing.

A techie advisor who can do a little pushing at the Shire for lighting scaffold poles above the stage and the auditorium, to support the ideal lamp rig; and then someone else who can search for other basic equipment.

Some folding tiered seating (perhaps five layers) with comfortable chairs would be great – maybe try Lotto or the Shire for a bit of financial help. Have a chat to Stirling Players, Harbour, or Phoenix for advice on their seating.

A room divider placed obliquely in front of the Bio Box table at the side of the audience, would hide the operator, and yet still allow him to see the stage. This would be less distracting for the audience.

To all concerned, well done. A most enjoyable show.

This fun show is one of the best-priced community productions in the Perth area, with tickets 40% cheaper than many venues.

ABOUT GORDON STEEL

Gordon Steel burst on to the Theatre-scene with his first play, Dead Fish, which won a Fringe First Award at the 1993 Edinburgh Festival.

It toured nationally and was the beginning of a fruitful relationship with Hull Truck Theatre.

Since then Gordon has written Like A Virgin, Studs, A Pair Of Beauties, Albert Nobbs, Kissing Married Women, A Kick In The Baubles and Wilde Boyz for Hull Truck Theatre.

Gordon has also worked extensively as a director, and directed the premieres of Like A Virgin, A Pair Of Beauties, Dead Fish, Studs, Albert Nobbs and Kissing Married Women. .For television, Gordon wrote Cock and Bull which was included in the ChAnnel Four Sitcom Festival.

He is currently developing some new ideas for television, including an adaptation of Studs.

Gordon is a lifelong supporter of Middlesborough Football Club.

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ART CALL TO ARTISTS EXHIBITONS & RESIDENCIES 2018

Got a blank canvas? So do we pply to exhibit at Midland Junction Arts Centre in 2018 and contribute to a new vision for the arts in Midland.

With a variety of exhibition and residency spaces available, the newly revitalised Centre is brimming with possibility.

Midland Junction Arts Centre are now inviting exhibition and residency proposals from artists, curators, groups and tertiary art students.

Applications are welcome from emerging, mid-career and established artists across all disciplines and visual art forms, as well as curatorial proposals.

We are especially keen to see proposals responding to the region and promoting artistic collaboration.

MJAC has two main gallery spaces as well as artist residency spaces, and studios for ceramics and printmaking. There are opportunities for residencies to culminate in exhibitions of works created on site.

Proposals will be assessed by the quality of the work, the project rationale, audience development activities and gallery availability at the specified time.

Proposals should include: A completed Application Form A current CV (for each participant) Images of current work accompanied by an image list, including medium, size and indicative pricing A project outline including the process that will be taken to present the project and the physical content of the project (i.e. the number of artworks) Details of events and public programs associated with the project (i.e. artist talks and/ or public workshops).

Applications close 5pm friday 17 november 2017. Please email your proposal to Louella Hayes at lhayes@mundaringartscentre.com.au Or post to:

Mundaring Arts Centre

MJAC 2018 Exhibitions

7190 Great Eastern Highway

Mundaring WA 6073 For more information or if you have any questions please contact our Exhibitions Administrator Louella Hayes on 08 9250 8062.

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ENTERTAINMENT LUCKY - FILM REVIEW DOUGLAS SUTHERLAND-BRUCE

A love letter to the life and career of Harry Dean Stanton ucky is the last film of acclaimed actor Harry Dean Stanton who died this September at the age of 91.

Stanton was a an actor's actor, whose casual, laid-back style of acting was compelling in an entirely unassuming kind of way.

In a career of acting, singing and musicianship that extended over more than six decades Harry Dean Stanton was seldom a lead, but appeared in

Lucky is an American movie that could not have been acted or written by anyone of any other nationality. It’s as American as Mom and Apple Pie. The Great American Novel is generally accepted as less a story than an examination of character. Think of John Steinbeck's works.

Steinbeck didn't write this screenplay, Logan Sparks and Drago Sumonja did, but he could have, it’s that good.

In 90 minutes of magnificently filmed movie nothing happens. Lucky (Harry Dean Stanton) is

The film covers a few days of his life, his coping with ageing, loneliness and the people he talks to and deals with every day; his friends, the tortoise President Roosevelt, and his life.

Bette Davis famously remarked 'Old age isn't for sissies', and this is very true for Lucky, despite his remarkable health for a man his age and continual smoking.

Lucky is a wonderful movie, a rich, loving tribute to the best of American writing, acting and movie-making. Lucky is directed by well-

some landmark films - ( In The Heat of the Night, Kelly's Heroes, Cool Hand Luke, Repo Man, The Green Mile) and more.

ninety and lives in a remote back country small, impoverished town in possibly New Mexico, Arizona or Texas.

known character actor John Carrol Lynch (Fargo, Zodiac, The Drew Carey Show) making his directorial debut. Very Highly Recommended.

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presents

Directed by Christine Ellis Playing November 17 - December 2 at 8pm Matinees November 20 and 27 at 2pm Bookings through Lucky Charm Newsagency on 9257 2668

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ENTERTAINMENT COCKY’S CROSSING - GARRICK THEATRE OLGA DE MOELLER

t’s not often that a play is Iwhich performed on the stage for it was written, but Max

Harvey’s Cocky’s Crossing will return to the Garrick Theatre next month – twenty years after its opening night.

Mr Harvey, a long-time Mundaring resident and veteran musician, designed it to fit on the stage which he most loved and where he has performed in more than forty plays.

Cocky’s Crossing is a rollicking musical set in the middle of a cyclone in outback Australia where a group of European tourists are stranded with an assortment of colourful locals.

It’s a story about an Englishman who thought he’d bought a pub, but got diddled because he ended up with only half of it and has no money left to go back home.

“It’s seen through the vivid imagination of the Englishman’s daughter, a demure girl with an alter ego that is sexy Bradford plays Raelene and sensuous, proud and Colleen in Cocky’s Crossing. tempestuous,” Mr Harvey said.

“She transforms herself into someone who is beautiful and brave – and if she doesn’t drive men to drink, she kills them. Every character has their moment to shine and take centre stage at some point.”

Mr Harvey wrote the words and scored the music, which ranges from Mexican, to Charleston, ballad, country and robust western, with a love song for good measure.

Director Susan Vincent has gathered an enthusiastic and talented crew and cast, with Kendra Smith as musical director and choreography

by Kerry Goode.

The full cast is: Colleen Hopkins, Colleen Bradford, Fiona Forster, Jenna Mcgougan-Shaw, Sam Tilbrook, John Gwilym, Alan Shaw, Graham Miles, Helen Smolders, R J Smolders, Barbara Brow, Marsha Holt, Les Lee, Megan West and Isabella Bourgalt

Vincent chose to do the production as a tribute to Mr Harvey, who has written seven musicals and two plays, which have been performed in theatres around Western Australia.

“As it’s the 85th anniversary of Garrick this year, I thought it would be great to resurrect this highly entertaining and delightful musical Max had written,” she said. “It’s an interesting story accompanied by lovely songs and lyrics.

“The cast are enjoying rehearsals and I'm sure the audience will be very entertained.”

Cocky’s Crossing opens on the 23rd of November at the Garrick Theatre, 16 Meadow Street, Guildford at 8:00pm and runs to December 3rd. Tikets cost $27, $24 (Concession) and $22 (Children) and may be obtained by ringing Elaine on 9378 1990; emailing bookings@garricktheatre.asn.au or online at www.trybooking.com.

Doors and Garrick Bar open 30 minutes prior to curtain-up.

ABOUT GARRICK THEATRE Garrick Theatre was founded in 1932 and is the oldest continual running amateur theatre group in metropolitan WA. It was named after David Garrick, the famous English actor and dramatist.

Explore the website at: www. garricktheatre.asn.au.

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JAMES FORTE stately dance around the canvas.

However we should not see this as merely a film with an interesting new gimmick. The plot and characters would be absorbing if it had been made by conventional means.

The story is simple. In the weeks after the death of Vincent in 1890, the postmaster at Arles has one last letter to be delivered to the brother, Theo Van Gogh – but it has been returned to sender.

He delegates the task to his son Armand Rouli (the voice of Douglas Booth) to find Theo.

In a brilliant yellow jacket – necessary for us to follow him among the bright colours of a Van Gogh painting – Armand sets off. And we soon discover his tenacity as well as his abilities as a LOVING VINCENT bar-room brawler.

Luna Cinemas Sadly Theo has also died and Armand changes An animated life his mission to investigate the circumstances of oving Vincent is probably the most innovative Vincent’s reported suicide from a gunshot. He and stylish film you will see this decade. Can I follows the movements of the artist from Arles to Auvers-sur-Oise, interviewing people who justify this claim? Read on!

The idea is simple. Make a film about the last knew him (each scene developed from a Van Gogh few months of the life of one of the world’s most portrait). iconic artists, Vincent Van Gogh, by animating Vincent’s last few weeks are shown in a 130 of his pictures. However, it is not just a series of monochromatic flashbacks. cartoon exercise, each frame is an oil painting. If I have a regret about this film, it is that 125 artists were employed to produce 65,000 the heroine of the piece was omitted. Of the 860 paintings of Van Gogh, only one was sold in detailed pictures.

The result is spectacular. A Van Gogh his lifetime. It was Theo’s widow Johanna who masterpiece comes alive. The well-known scene gathered and exhibited them, bringing him to the of an Arles pavement bistro (Café Terrace at attention of the art world. Without her, we would Night) has people moving around in it as an aerial never have known of his genius. Did he ever paint shot changes the perspective. Even the opening her? With no portrait, it would have been difficult credits have brush strokes of paint performing a to include her.

Prior to seeing the film, I was concerned that the use hand-painted oils - with the characteristic bold brush strokes – would produce a great deal of jitter in the animation. The opposite of what we have come to expect since Walt Disney or the Japanese Anime.

Not so, the slivers of paint are flowing smoothly.

Certainly there is some distraction; one is always aware of watching an oilpainting in motion. The flashbacks provide an important contrast. The makers (Poland/UK) have produced images which constantly challenge the eye and have defined their own unique style.

This film is not just for the lover of Post-Impressionistic art. It is an experience which will live with you.

David Stratton gave it four stars. I am giving it five.

Loving Vincent opened at Luna Cinemas on November Cafe Terrace at Night by Vincent van Gogh 2nd.

TULIP FEVER Going Dutch - One the last few hundred years, Taparthroughout western society has periodically ripped itself with economic bubbles.

Such bubbles are defined as trading in commodities at prices that greatly exceed the asset’s intrinsic value.

The pattern starts with responsible investing

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Alicia Vikander in Tulip Fever

in some new resource or innovation, is followed by wild public enthusiasm, leading to a mania with grossly inflated prices - resulting in a sudden market collapse when the bubble bursts.

A recent example was the sub-prime mortgage collapse in the USA. This has led to a host of films pandering to our fascination with “get-insanely-rich-quick” stories and the stock market – Wall Street, Margin Call, The Big Short, The Wolf of Wall Street, Too Big to Fail, Equity.

One of the most famous of all bubbles was the Dutch tulip bulb market of the 1630s, which burst in 1637. Single bulbs of exotic colours were trading at more than the price of a house.

So I quite expected – from the title and the trailer – Wall Street shenanigans set in seventeenth century Amsterdam. Certainly there were the grubby canal wharves of a prosperous city where ships and barges were unloaded by hand.

And the prosperous merchants with layers of snowy white lace around their necks.

ENTERTAINMENT And the taverns with drink, doxies and the drama of heavy gambling.

What I did not expect was that the trade in bulbs would merely be the background to one of the best bawdy romps of recent years. This is Fielding’s Tom Jones shifted across the English Channel.

Here we have the stock characters: the rich but lonely wife, the naive husband, the virtuous house maid, the scheming doctor, the portrait painter with more than an artist’s eye for the ladies.

This is an English production. Tom Stoppard wrote the screenplay from Deborah Moggach’s best-selling novel and director Justin Chadwick has brought it all to life with a detailed set and wonderful costumes.

The acting is fine with Alicia Vikander as the young wife and Tom Hollander as the doctor being particularly noteworthy.

Best of all, the photography takes you straight to the compositions of the Dutch masters of the golden age – Hals, Van Dyck, Rembrandt and Vermeer.

Do not go to this film for financial conspiracies or beautiful flowers; what you will get is a fastmoving tale of lust and deception.

Tulip Fever is showing at Luna Cinemas as a part of the Cunard British Film Festival to November 15th.

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“Mm’hmm”, Billy mumbled as he excused himself, retiring from the campfire scene to his comfy swag, drifting off to sleep under clear starry skies, full moon illuminating the area, as it did in the bull running days.

Motor cars parked, part way visible in the shaded areas, one last stockyard panel and the remaining race posts, moonlit descriptive imagery of yesterday.

Onions, turnips, vegies, Billy thought, Old Bob’d turn in his grave if he saw the desecration; that’s, of course, if he’s dead.

End of chapter six Living and working under the harsh but strangely beautiful conditions of the Australian bush, JT (as he is known to his closest friends and readers) appreciates the spirit of those hardy souls that have survived the modern challenge.

If you would like to read the whole novel, it can be purchased as either an epub for kindle or iPad. Go to John’s website - www.poetdownunder. com or www.lulu.com/shop/john-taylor/the-ute/ ebook/product-22566720.html or on the Apple store www.itunes.apple.com/au/book/the-ute/ id1086709294?mt=11

SPRING INTO SUMMER WITH SWAN HARMONY SINGERS MAUREEN DE LA HARPE

its final concert of the year, on Sunday 26 November, Swan Harmony Singers has a program F orranging from Scottish folk and 1960s pop to groovy Burt Bacharach and heart-lifting John Rutter.

With Christmas fast approaching, catchy seasonal numbers will also feature when the choir takes

the stage at the Salvation Army Citadel in Swan View.

The ever popular California Dreamin’ was inspired by a dream about balmy west coast weather during a freezing New York winter, while Bob Dylan’s To Make You Feel my Love is quite simply a number the choir loves singing.

The Skye Boat Song, originally about the escape of Bonnie Prince Charlie after the Battle of Culloden, has recently enjoyed renewed popularity as the title song for the TV series Outlander, with lyrics from a Robert Louis Stevenson poem adapted for the plotline.

Rugby fans will probably want to join the chorus of The Fields of Athenry, the Irish rugby team anthem, but the most topical song on the program has to be Burt Bacharach’s What the World Needs Now. The concert will be followed by a scrumptious afternoon tea.

Date and time: 3 p m , Sunday 26 November 2017.

V e n u e : Salvation Army Citadel, 371 Morrison Road (opp. Swan View Primary School), Swan View.

Tickets: adults, $20, concessions $15, groups of 10 or more $150.

Children under 10 free.

Tickets include afternoon tea.

For more details: Anna Wright 9299 7249 Advance bookings: Mundaring Community Bank 9295 6411, or Anna on 9299 7249.

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DOUGLAS’ WINERIES AND DINERIES

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Wattle Grove Shopping Centre, 338 Hale Road, Wattle Grove

Licensed Premises Thursday to Monday and all Public Holidays 12 noon to 9.30 pm (last orders) Bookings highly recommended Phone: 9757 3232 Email: katch-up@katch-up.com.au Hw Margaret River 2/151 Bussell Hwy, www.katch-up.com.au

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DINING OUT

The Thoughts of an Ageing, Balding Foodie BISTRO 10481

DOUGLAS SUTHERLAND-BRUCE 10481 may be a new name to you, as the Bby istro restaurant has only been open a few weeks that name.

Previously it was called the Valley View Restaurant and seemed to specialise in ‘Psychic Dinners’. Possessing a particularly mordant turn of humour I longed to see once the sign amended ‘Cancelled due to unexpected circumstances’ - but, alas, I never did.

Obviously, however, unexpected events took place as they are no more and instead Bistro 10481 is now in their place in the long ranch-style building.

Billed as a Bistro, the restaurant offers casual, relaxed service and homey, comfort food at moderate prices.

My friend and I called in for luncheon recently, a meal designed for long, leisurely talking and eating. It was a wonderfully warm day so we chose to eat outside in the covered, café-curtained al fresco area.

The menu is pretty simple, relaxed and familiar. Entree’s include Garlic Bread ($6), Arancini ($12), Cheese & Jalapeno bread ($8) and Soup of the Day ($9) among others. The most enticing dish was called ‘Pig and Squid’ ($15) of braised red onions, chilli, crispy pork, squid and sticky soy sauce, but alas, it was off the menu that day.

Tony chose the Grilled Spanish chorizo with green olives and toast ($15) - very tasty and a goodly portion.

I chose a favourite - Bruschetta ($12), which contrary to popular opinion is not the topping, but the bread when it’s grilled. The topping is usually tomato, basil, onion and garlic, as it was

here, although it can often also have cheese and salamis. It was delicious, tasty and fresh.

Mains was an easier decision - we had been told to try the BBQ Pork Spare Ribs, the house speciality. This comes in a portion of either a half kilo or one or two kilos ($20, $30 or $50) with a serve of freshly home-made coleslaw.

Debater followed. Half would be too little, but a whole kilo might be too much. But we settled on that anyway to share and I also ordered a Steak Sandwich ($22) on Turkish bread, with tomato, red onion jam, green salad, cheese, aioli and beautiful wedges. Delicious.

As well, the menu offered pastas of various kinds, steak, burgers, chicken Parmigiana, Moroccan Grilled Chicken, fish and Lamb Shank.

The muchvaunted BBQ Pork Ribs were, if anything, better than we were led to expect. Tender, full of flavour and rich with meat that simply fell off the bone.

Sticky fingers and mouths testified to the succulence of the dish.

The coleslaw had less dressing than usual, but was definitely home-made.

We were far too full for dessert, although they looked sooo tempting. Coffee was good, the wine list small but adequate at moderate prices and the service friendly.

Very highly recommended.

Restaurant Garden Café

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DINING OUT THE OLIVE TEAROOMS DOUGLAS SUTHERLAND-BRUCE

the High Tea, epitome of Edwardian Iandncreasingly elegance and style, is increasing in popularity more and more venues are arising to cater

for this growing demand.

Ideally, such a venue should be relaxed but formal, stylish and offer a truly great High Tea, conforming to all the high standards expected.

It should have a view, shade, elegance and outstanding food and, naturally, tea.

There are a few venues that offer some of these features and very few that offer all. The Olive Tearooms, recently opened in Upper Swan is one such venue, offering all these and more.

One big fan of the High Tea is my sister, known as Roxy, so I was happy to accompany her to a trial High Tea. Now, in addition to her attraction to delicately cut sandwiches, Fairy cakes, scones and cream with home-made jams, little vanilla custards and such-like fancies, Roxy has a gluten intolerance verging on Celiac Disease caused but the gluten in wheat, which one can’t help noticing is found in heaping helpings in the above.

So, I rang beforehand and asked about options and was assured it would not be a problem - and in the event it was not.

One drives up a curling driveway through huge wrought iron gates to the parking area behind a beautifully restored clapboard house, home to the actual Tea Rooms.

Surrounded by shady trees the freshly painted varandah was host to a beautifully laid table with retro fifties crockery, crisp white linen and fresh flowers overlooking a old-brick paved courtyard.

Within minutes two three tier cake stands arrived, almost identical, one containing glutenfree goodies, the other mine, laden with gluten.

Roxy, something of an expert on GF foods, both eating and cooking, said that hers was just about the best she’d ever eaten, and I have so say, that was pretty much true of mine, too.

The scones were just perfect, light and hot, the jam, home-made - as was the amazing lemon curd - the cream rich and the other treats to the same very high standards.

Running upwards from savoury to sweet

the delicious range ran from a sweet potato and pumpkin frittata, scones, sandwiches, fresh fruit in bite sizes and some enchanting sweet pastries on the top.

The tea and coffee came exactly as requested - Roxy’s tea so weak it was merely flvoured hot water and my coffee so strong it could wrestle alligators.

The service is impeccable, swift, polite and friendly. The value at roughly $36 per person for High Tea is excellent and in addition to the High Teas, they will serve portions of it as light lunches in the form of frittata,

sandwiches, Banana bread, toasties and the amazing scones at prices ranging from $5 to $15.

The house is perched well above West Swan Road, which you would imagine might be quite noisy, but oddly, isn’t. The traffic forms a sort of low-level buzz as a background, overlaid by bird song bourne on the gentle breeze.

A long, leisurely afternoon tea made for a most memorably pleasant afternoon.

As well as food and drink, The Olive Tearooms offer a function centre and a range of herbs and plants for sale, including precious thyme and Sweet Basil.

Very Highly Recommended Indeed.

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CHEF-EXPLORER A TASTE OF ITALY

BRENDAN MURPHY

fter many years of teaching cookery to Aspecializing adults or cookery apprentices and also in my Chef Explorer recipes

and Travel anecdotes, I have in more recent years been happily teaching our lovely WA kids.

Challenging? For sure! However, given the opportunity, these kids can cook.

During the recent October school holidays I have been delivering whole day classes in a school that likes to give their children new experiences delivered by a Chef, and I must say, I have really enjoyed it.

For example, one of the sessions (and the subject of this month’s article) was a day of Italian cuisine; with a theme I called Pasta, Pizza and Pannacotta.

Demonstrating how to make fresh Pasta dough, and a Napolitaine (fresh tomato and basil) sauce in the morning, followed by a rich but simple dessert, the Pannacotta, that they could set in the fridge for later.

It was great fun making our own Spaghetti and Fettucine using a pasta machine and cooking and devouring our creations for lunch.

The idea was to also double up the sauce and save some for the pizza topping later. Then in the afternoon, we made fresh Pizza dough, rolled them out and used the left over Napolitaine sauce to spread on top.

I then allowed them to create their own toppings (Hmmn, interesting!) before baking.

In the meantime, they had time to decorate the Pannacotta with fruit and cream before devouring them (they didn’t listen to the bit about taking them home!) Sorry parents, but they did have a few pieces of pizza left over for dinner-just!

If you haven’t already got one, buy yourself a pasta machine (ranging from $40-80 at Kitchen Warehouse). Kids just love to make their own and it tastes so much better.

Then try my recipe for the pasta dish below

SPAGHETTI NAPOLITANE – WITH FRESH PASTA DOUGH Ingredients Fresh Pasta Dough 400g strong flour ½ t-spoon salt 4 large eggs Semolina to dust (or extra flour) 20ml Olive oil

50g grated Parmesan cheese Napolitaine Tomato Sauce 8 Tomatoes concasse (blanched and peeled) 2 Tablespoons of tomato paste 25ml Olive oil 4 Tablespoons fresh torn Basil leaves 1 Diced onion 4 Crushed garlic cloves ½ Teaspoon dried oregano 200ml approx of water or veg stock Salt & pepper to taste Method Pasta 1. Well mix flour and salt and sieve 2. Whisk together eggs 3. Gradually mix to a dough in a big bowl or on the bench 4. If a little sticky add some more flour, if dry add a touch of oil or water 5. Knead to get gluten working 6. Knead until smooth, dip into flour and place in a bowl. Cover with glad-wrap and rest for a half hour 7. Divide into four balls or rectangles if using a machine 31

8. Set up pasta machine on the thickest setting 9. Start by flattening the pasta with hand and putting it through the machine’s highest number three times. Dust with flour to stop the pasta from sticking.

10. Then lower the setting number each time you run it through until you have the required thickness 11. Run pasta through the spaghetti, fettuchini or other attachment Sauce 1. Place a pan of boiling salted water on to boil, and blanch tomatoes.

2. Blanch, remove and refresh as demonstrated. (You can use the same water to boil the pasta later, adding a teaspoon of oil) 3. Peel and peel the tomatoes and dice into concassee.

4. Melt butter or oil in a saucepan add the onion and garlic and tomatoes.

Sweat for a few minutes then add the tomato paste and dried herbs 5. Add water and simmer for a few minutes, then season and taste 6. Add some of the basil and season.

7. Now, add the pasta to the boiling water and stir occasionally with a spoon or pasta spoon to prevent sticking. Cook for seven minutes until Al Dente.

8. Drain and refresh. Then mix in a little oil 9. Add spaghetti to sauce and toss in pan.

10. Serve in a pasta dish and sprinkle over with grated parmesan and more basil.

Go on kids, get stuck in!

FINANCE THE DANGEROUS NEW WORLD STEVE BLIZARD

The dangerous new world of insurance in Default Superannuation superannuation industry-led attempt to put a self-imposed limit on costly life insurance cover inside super funds has drawn the renewed attention of specialist life insurance advisers.

Advisers have become aware that fund members holding life insurance cover, within “no advice” default based industry super funds, may soon be putting themselves and their families at financial risk.

Instead of being a reliable financial safety net in the event of a family crisis, insurance in default super is set to become a lottery game, with members having no idea if they will be covered correctly, if at all.

Established in November 2016, the Insurance in Superannuation Working Group (ISWG), comprises members of the Financial Services Council, Industry Super Australia, the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia and the Australian Institute of Superannuation Trustees, along with consumer advocates and lawyer groups.

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Representing the biggest shake-up in life insurance for the past thirty years, the ISWG is attempting to implement a voluntary industry code that addresses the high rate at which savings are whittled away.

While not set out explicitly, the real reason

for the extra cost is due to the increased levels of compulsory insurance cover imposed during the Rudd-Gillard years of government.

The draft code is now open for a month of consultation and intended to apply from July 1, 2018, while the joint parliamentary committee will report on its inquiry into the life insurance industry in December.

Instead of buying the insurance coverage they need, taking responsibility for their policies and keeping them up to date as they move from job to job, as people do with health insurance, the current system encourages the employee, who, due to lack of advice, leave the decision on their insurance to their super fund.

SYSTEM FAILURE ClearView CEO, Simon Swanson, has called for the abolition of compulsory life insurance in superannuation, with the wealth management head describing the existing regime as a “failure”.

He said people did not realise that some insurance coverage under default super group life coverage was getting narrower, which could create future problems for the industry.

“We could find that a customer has a claim and finds out they are not covered and the whole industry blows up again,” he said.

NO REAL PROTECTION Industry Super funds are now cutting new deals on death, total and permanent disability (TPD) and income protection insurance.

In return for lower premiums, some funds have accepted fewer services and tighter definitions. There always needs to be a balance between premiums and benefits, but if the pendulum swings too far, it can result in paying for something that is virtually useless.

There are thousands of people in super funded life insurance policies that offer virtually no protection because they are "any occupation" policies, and will pay out only if the person is totally and permanently disabled or dead.

NO COVER FOR UNDER 25’S Just days before the draft code was

released, AustralianSuper, the nation’s largest Industry fund, said it would drop automatic insurance coverage for members under twentyfive in a bid to help savers avoid balance-eroding fees.

The move means about 30,000 new AustralianSuper members each year will not be given automatic coverage for TPD, death and income protection insurance.

PARENTS NOW AT RISK One of the worrying proposals made by the working group is the introduction of a cut-off period for life insurance cover where a fund member has made no contributions for a thirteen month period.

This means that all female employees who leave the work force for over thirteen months in order to have a family, are at potential risk of losing their insurance cover inside the employer default super fund from 2019 onwards, if they fail to respond in time.

Without access to an insurance specialist adviser, a lack of knowledge of fund members about their insurance policies and complex superannuation rules can lead to potential financial hardship, as shown in the example below.

Case Study: John, aged 50, has TPD insurance of $150,000, owned by his default super fund.

This year, John suffered an injury and was deemed by his insurer’s Doctor to be totally and permanently disabled.

He now needs a lump sum benefit to help clear his remaining mortgage debt.

If John had taken out TPD cover in a separate “risk premium only” stand-alone super fund, the lump sum tax deducted from his TPD benefit would have been minimal.

However, as John was recently encouraged by the Australain Tax Office to roll his small unclaimed super fund valued at $5,000 into his default based Industry super fund, his earliest service date was automatically extended to 1 January 1989, when he first commenced work, at age 20.

While John will receive $50,000 of his TPD lump sum benefit tax free, as a result of the small rollover, tax is now payable at 22 percent on the remaining $100,000, which equates to a whopping tax bill of $22,000.

The total benefit payable to John has now been reduced to $128,000. If John expected or needed to receive $150,000, then a problem exists.

PERSONAL COVER Under new personal deductible super rules from 1 July this year, many of the dangers arising from insurance in default based employer super funds can now be mitigated by organising a personal insurance review with a specialist adviser.

Courtesy of Roxburgh Securities

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BUSINESS - NETWORKING NOTHING NEW UNDER THE SUN SHARRON ATTWOOD

I like to retreat to my cave – to be S ometimes alone with my entrepreneurial ambition.

Free from comparisons, suggestions and

uninvited critique. Whilst it may all be very well intended; my business is like my baby. I conceived it, nourish it and am very protective of it and its unique personality.

You get me don’t you? So how does it feel when you get told about the so-called competition. How dare anyone compare your offspring!

Your business is a one of a kind and therefor has no competition! This is never more apparent than when the business owner claims to ‘be the business’ and therefore it must be a one of a kind as they transfer their own feelings of individuality – a certainty in their uniqueness – to their business.

Are we so naïve though? “What has been will be again. What has been done will be done again.

There is nothing new under the Sun.” to quote Ecclesiastes 1:9 It’s a fatal flaw at Networking events. You give your pitch, the recipient mulls it over, and then, that stab to the heart.

“So, you’re like so and so?” or they just as quickly try to lump you and your fresh idea into a stale, vanilla box within the realms of their comfort level.

Mark Twain’s own biography quotes him as “There is no such thing as a new idea. It is impossible. We simply take a lot of old ideas and put them into a sort of mental kaleidoscope. We give them a turn and they make new and curious combinations.

“We keep on turning and making new combinations indefinitely; but they are the same old pieces of coloured glass that have been in use through all the ages.” But it’s still my curious combination we claim!

Humans like the familiar. Familiarity gives us a feeling of safety which allows us to enjoy the moment. As we listen to you delivering your answer to “So, what do you do?” - we scramble

to make sense of what I’m sure is a well-planned out answer.

We seek to compare and to distil it down.

It can hurt your feelings. Especially when you have put in the hard yards to make sure you have a point of difference. However, are you communicating it clearly to your audience?

You can stand out and still give your market that feeling of safety they so often crave.

A warning though. Don’t end up being so obscure in the way that you explain your business or idea that people are just confused.

It’s different to creating a sense of curiosity. It’s not clever, it’s just annoying.

Curiosity sees us wanting to know more. So, we’ll ask questions to satisfy that curiosity. It makes for a good conversation. Take things too far though – too abstract – and I won’t even try because I cannot see a sense of comfort in our future.

I have seen many attendees at Networking events give an intro or pitch so obscure people are left scratching their heads as to what they should say next.

Not wanting to sound ignorant we often make no further enquiries about their business.

Other times we see no value in what they do as there is no familiarity. No frame of reference. No safety.

When I owned a service based company we appreciated ‘competition’ or at the very least a company offering a similar service. Clients liked to get a few quotes and so long as we kept an eye on the market – it gave us a way to compete and stand out.

So, competition is not all bad. We can still stand out and make a piece of the market our own. Be comfortable with comparison – but also be alert.

Are people making the right comparison?

It can also serve to give you an insight into how they see what you offer and how they understand your business. Do they pop you into the right box? Do they acknowledge that extra something you bring to the market – your curious combination?

It’s our job to make sure we communicate well. That we are understood. We also need to toughen up a bit when someone pops up on the radar in our corner of the market.

Build relationships, know your market, communicate your worth. Be generous.

There may be nothing new under the Sun – but you can make a new combination and shine.

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$3.2 MILLION IN SUPER KELLY SAUL

Member for Hasluck, Ken Wyatt MP, is Flostederal encouraging locals to check if they have any or unclaimed superannuation, with the

Australian Taxation Office announcing its latest figures.

As at 30 June this year, there were over 6.3 million lost and ATO-held super accounts worth almost $18 billion.

Mr Wyatt said the 5950 unclaimed accounts in Hasluck worth $32,524,047.94 is a great reminder for people to check their superannuation accounts.

“There are many ways people can lose contact with their superannuation, including changing jobs, which may force them into a new superannuation fund, moving homes, or not updating their details with their superannuation fund,” Mr Wyatt said.

“I encourage everyone to log onto the ATO website to check if they have any unclaimed superannuation.”

Mr Wyatt said the Turnbull Government has introduced a package of reforms that will deliver a strong and modern superannuation system that is solely focused on delivering outcomes for all Australian super fund members who rely on these funds to secure their retirement.

This includes legislation to extend choice for fund to workers under enterprise bargaining agreements or workplace determinations.

“Our changes will ensure more than one million workers have the right to choose their own superannuation fund if they are currently prevented from doing so because of enterprise bargaining agreements or workplace determinations,” Mr Wyatt said.

“This will help to reduce the number of multiple accounts which inevitably lead to unclaimed and lost superannuation.”

For more information or to find out how to claim lost superannuation, visit www.ato.gov. au/checkyoursuper.

HOUSE AND GARDEN THE HISTORY OF ROSES rose is undoubtedly the worlds favourite Tthatheflower and is probably grown in every country the climate allows.

Roses have a long and colourful history, and according to fossil evidence the rose could be 35 million years old. Today there are well over 30,000 varieties of roses world wide and they have quite a complicated but interesting family tree.

There are so many types of roses that the choice can often be bewildering. In Australia the most commonly grown are the Hybrid Teas, Floribundas, Miniatures, and Dwarfs. (The smaller roses are now often commonly known as Patio Roses.)

There are Climbers, Ramblers, Patio Climbers, Shrub Roses, Modern Shrub Roses, Old Fashioned Shrub Roses, English Roses etc. The choice is

huge and the novice rose enthusiast can find it all most confusing.

Most roses today derive from about 100 species of rose, few of which are grown today.

Most of our modern garden roses are hybrids but there are still a few species roses in cultivation.

The banksia rose (R.banksiae) is probably the best known. This Chinese native has a brief spring flowering season but is quite spectacular in full bloom. It is a near thornless climber.

One Roman emperor used to enjoy showering his guests with rose petals which tumbled down from the ceiling during festivities.

Roses became synonymous with the worst excesses of the Roman Empire when the peasants were reduced to growing roses instead of food in order to satisfy the demands of their rulers.

Early European roses were probably forms of Rosa gallica, a native of Europe found from France to the Caucasus. The exact geographical origin of Rosa gallica is unknown, but there are references to it by the Persians in the 12th century BCE where they regarded it as a symbol of love and commitment.

Among the first and still widely grown is Oficinalis a pink semi-double introduced into France from the Middle East by 13th century

Rosa banksia lutea

Others widely grown are Rosa Rugosa and Rosa Chinensis Mutablis which is an attractive two tone pink and yellow variety. Also still quite popular is Rosa Multiflora Platyphylia which is probably an old Chinese variety introduced in 1816 and also known as the ‘Seven Sisters Rose’ .

HYBRIDS Wild roses were used in the production of rosewater, scented oils and other fragrances long before they were cultivated. Many uses can be traced back to Iraq in 2000 BCE. Deliberate cultivation of roses was well under way in China by 500 BCE and undoubtedly the Romans and other early European civilisations also grew large quantities for commercial use.

Some Roman emperors filled their swimming baths and fountains with rosewater, and sat on carpets of rose petals for their feasts and orgies.

Roses were used as confetti for celebrations, for medical purposes, and as a source of perfume.

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crusaders. Officinalis dates from around 1580CE. There are two basic forms of damask rose: the summer damask (R.gallica x R. Phoenicea) and the autumn damask (R.gallica x R.moschata).

This recurring flowering habit was a feature lacking in many early roses.

The damask roses were extremely important because of their fragrance, a tendency to produce double flowers and because their flowering season extended into autumn.

All are now the features we have come to expect in a garden rose but which were largely lacking in many early roses.

The Centifolia (one hundred petalled) or cabbage roses date from around 1550CE. Centifolias are usually compact bushes with heavy double flowers which often droop under their own weight. They were much featured in the paintings of the Dutch masters and came to be known as “The rose of the painters” Cristata is one of the most popular centifolias.

ARRIVAL OF THE CHINESE Perpetual flowering semi-dwarf bushes were cultivated in China well before that start of European rose breeding.

The parent of many of these, Rosa chinenis, was introduced around 1752CE, followed by some hybrids in 1792CE. Tradition holds that four or five ‘stud China’ roses were brought to Europe

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Among the most popular are ‘Old Blush’ a fragrant rose with silvery pink blooms was among the first introductions and is also available as a climber.

The most widely grown China rose is probably ‘Mutablis’ an interesting rose as the flowers change from yellow to red as the season progresses. Tea roses or tea-scented roses are another development of R.chinensis.

These roses which flower in shades of white pink and yellow, are hybrids. They enjoyed a period of popularity around the 1830s, but the real significance of the tea rose to modern gardeners is that it was crossed with the other styles to produce the hybrid perpetual roses, the direct predecessors of the most popular modern roses - the hybrid teas.

They were originally introduced in 1835 and were very popular for over fifty years. Quite a few are still grown but they are now something of a rarity.

today from specialist nurseries.

Unfortunately the early hybrid teas were rather tender for European gardens. This was remedied by the introduction of Rosa wichuraiana into the mix in the mid 1940s and most of our modern hardy hybrid teas date from after this period.

There are now hundreds of hybrid teas to choose from and most of them are very heavy flowering and have large blooms on long stems that are ideal for cutting. New hybrid teas arrive every year and the choice is now amazing.

FLORIBUNDAS Around the same time as the first hybrid teas were appearing, the polyanthas were introduced.

These compact roses bear their small flowers in large clusters and were produced by crossing dwarf forms of R.multiflora with either a dwarf China or a small hybrid tea.

Floribunda (Latin for ‘many flowering’) roses are compact and heavy flowering with several blooms per stem. As cut flowers they cannot compete with the hybrid teas, but for sheer colour they are hard to beat.

CLIMBERS AND RAMBLERS Both climbers and ramblers are not true vines such as ivy or clematis, as they lack the ability to cling to supports on their own and need to be tied or trained to to cover walls or structures such as arches etc.

Many old shrub roses and modern bush roses have climbing forms, whereby the canes of the plant grow much longer and more flexible than the normal bush forms. Most modern climbing roses will grow anywhere from three to six metres and most are repeat flowering.

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HYBRID TEAS The hybrid perpetual roses were strong, healthy plants that made the tea roses appear rather week and spindly, but tea roses had beautifully shaped buds and flowers in shades of soft yellow that were not available in the hybrid perpetual.

It was an obvious move to cross the two and in 1867 the first hybrid tea La France appeared. A highly scented rose with soft pink blooms which took the rose world by storm and is still available

Night Owl - floribunda rose

OTHER TYPES Miniature roses can be traced back to the small China rose, Rosa Chinensis Minima.

Miniatures have become very popular as new colours and styles have been produced by crossing old forms with the smaller floribundas.

GROUND COVER ROSES Ground Cover roses are becoming increasing popular and were produced from a wide range of breeding stock. They are great value roses in the garden as they are capable of covering a wide area and many have similar flowers and foliage to the miniature roses.

THE FUTURE OF ROSES The popularity of roses dipped markedly in the 1950s and 60s and very few new roses were bred. The interest was rekindled in the 1980s and there has been a steady rise in the new roses launched each year.

The popularity of the rose has reached an all time high in the last few years with dozens of new roses being bred. Many of the new introductions are now stronger and healthier than ever before, and who knows, we may just see the end of the black spot problem in the next few years.

The future is definitely looking rosy.

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THE PEACE ROSE The Peace Rose is without a doubt the most famous rose ever. It is a hybrid Tea Rose and many millions of plants have been sold since it burst onto the world stage in 1945.

It was developed by the French rose breeder, Francis Meilland, between 1935 and 1939. When he saw that war with Germany was inevitable, sent cuttings to friends in Italy, Turkey, Germany and the USA. History tells that it was on the very last flight before the German invasion of France.

In the USA, the rose breeders Conrad Pyle Co., successfully grew it and thereby kept it safe.

However, because the various recipients of these precious cuttings could not communicate with each other for the duration of the war, it was given several different names.

France called it 'Madame A. Meilland' after Meilland's mother. Italy called it Goia (Joy).

Germany named it Glory Dei (glory to God) and the USA called it 'Peace'.

And 'Peace' it became known as, when Peace was declared. The official name was announced on the same day as Berlin fell, ending the war in Europe.

In the same year as the war ended, each member of the United Nations (which met in San Francisco) was given a Peace rose with a note which read: “We hope the ‘Peace’ Rose will influence men’s thoughts for everlasting world peace”.

The Peace Rose is a Hybrid Tea with large flowers of a light yellow to cream color, slightly flushed at the petal edges with crimson-pink. It is hardy and vigorous and relatively resistant to disease, making it popular in gardens as well as in the floral trade.

"Our highest assurance of the goodness of Providence seems to me to rest in the flowers.

All other things, our powers, our desires, our food, are all really necessary for our existence in the first instance.

“But this rose is an extra. Its smell and its color are an embellishment of life, not a condition of it. It is only goodness which gives extras, and so I say again that we have much to hope from the flowers" - Sherlock Holmes. (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle)

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If you love vintage, retro, antique, flea markets, shabby chic and just plain quirky, I expect you already know about Annie’s shop in Guildford - Annie’s Vintage Wonderland. If you don’t, immediatly put it on your ‘To Visit’ list.

But the Guildford shop, even with knocking into the next shop is too small for Annie’s wonderland of wonders, so she has joined up with the Taylor family and has taken the gallery at Taylor’s Art House and Coffee Shop on the Great Northern Highway in Middle Swan.

Annie has moved some of the more portable items into the gallery at Taylor’s from her Guildford shop, raiding her large stock from the warehouse and buying in new old stock. ‘New’ seems like an odd word to use, but ‘old’ seems less accurate - perhaps ‘odds and ends’ might be better. A sampling of her goods might include, vintage jewellery and clothing, collectable stamps, matchbooks and boxes, suitcases, tins, Australiana, toys, books, walking sticks, 50’s furniture and she is one of only five Annie Sloan’s Chalk Paint stockists in Western Australia.

Annie is a real person, unlike Betty Crocker, and is on hand to talk, deal and her happy cheerfulness is a huge asset to her shop. She has recently been the victim of an internet Facebook troll posting vicious reviews on her facebook page using imaginary accounts, something we can all sympathise with her about. (The criminal has been reported and is being investigated, but her many friends were outraged).

The shop is open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00am to 3:30pm, but if you ‘like’ her on Facebook - facebook.com/AnniesVintageWonderland/ you can shop on her ‘Annie’s Vintage Wonderland Online Wonders’ pretty much all the time as treasures are photographed and posted in batches.

Prices are open to negotiation and Annie is in a Christmas Sale spirit, so now’s the time to call in and have a browse, make an offer and collect something you’ve been seeking for ages - be it a 1963 Beano comic, a matchbook from the Playboy Club, a plastic soldier originally found in a Cornflakes packet, a street name or a dresser in pale green with orange trim.

Whatever it might be - Annie may well have it, will get it, or knows where there is one.

And while you’re there, you can have an outstanding cup of coffee from Taylor’s ... and maybe a muffin.

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SAFE INC EXPANDS TO PERTH AFE Inc is proud to announce that we have now SMetro. established a branch in Perth, known as SAFE

This branch will be the first time SAFE Inc has had a presence in the metropolitan area, with our eleven other branches all located in rural Western Australia.

We are a not for profit organisation that saves rehomable animals from euthanasia. We are WA's largest volunteer-based animal rescue and rehoming organisation using the foster care model and we have an extensive network of foster cares located all around the state.

SAFE Inc is administered and governed by a board of directors, meeting the highest professional standards.

SAFE Metro provides foster care and rehoming services for animals transferred to the metropolitan area from SAFE's regional branches across WA. Meeting local animal rescue needs is a secondary purpose, given the number of other rescue groups already doing this.

show. And that means we can make a good match to their new owners.

MEET MADDIE Maddie is a very gentle, well behaved and loving five-year-old English Pointer. She loves being patted and rubbed and hugged and she will give little kisses.

This girl really craves affection and company.

Maddie enjoys playing a gentle game of tug with soft toys out on the back lawn and as part of the game, has a special trick where she rolls over to

Foster care will allow us the time to implement behavioural strategies to help Maddie develop more confidence.

We will be starting a GoFundMe page for Maddie to help with her rising vet bill costs.

Eventually, when Maddie is ready, we will seek a permanent, loving home for her - where someone is at home most of the time. It will be a peaceful household with or without an older dog and with patient, gentle owners who will enjoy providing the tender loving care Maddie requires to be a happy dog.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM? Coordinators wanted for two volunteer positions These positions will help raise funds to cover the costs of SAFE Metro operations and veterinary bills. All funds raised for SAFE Metro will be used to directly support this branch.

1 Fundraising Coordinator, Volunteer Position We are seeking a committed, selfmotivated and reliable volunteer to identify fundraising opportunities, project manage and execute SAFE Metro’s fundraising activities in the Perth metropolitan area.

2 Sponsorship Coordinator, Volunteer Position We are seeking a committed, selfmotivated and reliable volunteer to identify sponsorship opportunities, approach businesses for sponsorship and to develop ongoing relationships with sponsors.

FOSTER CARE VOLUNTEERS ARE WANTED IN THE PERTH METRO AREA Do you enjoy being around animals but don’t want the commitment of owning one? If you are a caring person with a secure property, fostering is a great way to help an animal in need. Foster care is a healthy option for animals waiting to be adopted – good for their mental and physical health. They can relax so their true personalities

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get some extra chest rubs in. And she loves a bit of a game of chasey around the backyard.

Maddie also has special needs. She has joint problems and it is possible that she may require surgery. She is also afraid of new things and loud noises.

But with money to pay for vet bills, and with the foster care model, we see a whole new future for Maddie – one where she enjoys her life to the fullest.

Foster care means that we can care inexpensively for Maddie for an extended period while she has vet treatment for her joint problems. The costs will be in her vet bills.

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE To enjoy the rewards of being part of our SAFE Metro network and meet like-minded people, contact Sue Hedley on 0448 893 033.

And if you’re not able to commit in a hands on way, but would like to help SAFE with our life saving work, we are always in need of donations, particularly for vet bills.

Every rescue animal is desexed, vaccinated and microchipped. You can donate by clicking on this link www.safe.asn.au/Donate.html With more than 14,000 Western Australian animals desexed and rehomed so far, we are making a difference!

COMMUNITY Compassionate Friends of Western ThaveheAustralia strives to support families who lost a child, regardless of that child’s age

throughout WA. We are a non-profit, non-government funded charity that provide peer call support, group meetings, a drop in centre, sending out quarterly newsletters, Anniversary Cards, we hold Walk of remembrance and a candlelight service (nonreligious) at Christmas.

We are run by volunteers and bereaved parents that are further along in their grief and wish to help others who have suffered this tragedy.

Although everybody’s grief is different it helps to talk to someone who has actually had this tragedy happen to them.

They WON”T say “I know how you feel” as no one can, but they will say “I don’t know exactly what you are feeling but this is how I felt when my child died”.

We raise funds by holding events, charity drives and donation from our members and outside bodies.

Although this is fantastic, we still struggle

with the cost of keeping our doors open so any suggestion on fundraising or donations are gratefully accepted.

WALK OF REMEMBRANCE HELD IN MARCH EACH YEAR Events like these above give the bereaved some hope of a life after the death of their child.

They connect with others that have been through the same tragic experience.

In doing so its helps them to feel that they are not alone in their grief, that there is a worldwide connection to other suffering the same.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We are always looking for volunteers to help man Sausage Sizzles, Charity Shopping Centre Drives and other events along with peer support volunteers (bereaved parents) for telephone support and group meeting facilitation.

information to the newly bereaved, community groups, doctors surgeries and hospital throughout Western Australia.

They help us cover advertising cost in newspapers throughout Western Australia, pay for our office and utilities allowing us to have Peer Support Workers come in and contact to DONATIONS Donations allow us to bereaved that wish to have contact. purchase stamps so we can The Compassionate Friends of WA Inc. receives no Government funding in any way send our booklets and other

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