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How on earth do you milk a camel?

Good Earth Dairy CEO Marcel Steingiesser and Dairy Manager Stephen Geppert Tamieka Preston

Spending a year traversing five Australian deserts on camel-back clearly taught ‘camel whisperer’ Stephen Geppert a few things about handling these majestic dromedaries – but it wasn’t until he became a part of Australia’s newest commercial camel dairy that he became an expert at milking them. In a dusty Dandaragan paddock, he’s bringing his last six milkers for the morning into the new custom designed dairy facility which is the nucleus of the fledgling Good Earth Dairy – a company whose vision is to make nutritious camel milk a staple in every Australian kitchen.

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As their calves run in beside them, Stephen explains how happy he is to see the new additions settling in so well – you see, these animals, aged from seven up to thirty four, haven’t been bred in captivity. In fact just a few months ago they were part of Central Australia’s feral camel epidemic, and are lucky escapees of a controversial camel cull which cost the Australian government over $15 million in 2009. “I love taking a totally wild camel and turning it into a friendly animal, who loves coming up and working with people,” says Stephen of his new role. After a few weeks of gentle treat-training the once-feral camel cows wait compliantly in their stalls for the custom milking-

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cups to be manually attached. The actual milking machine is essentially the same as one found in any cow dairy. It takes Stephen about 5 minutes to collect an average of 7-9 litres of camel milk, which is rapidly becoming known as ‘white gold’, from each cow. There’s good reason for the name – currently retailing at $6 for a 300ml bottle and $15 for the new 1 litre bottle it’s an expensive tipple! However whilst the possiblitites that it can dramatically reduce a diabetic’s insulin levels as well as benefit sufferers of inflammatory bowel disease are still being studied, that it’s a healthy, low lactose, low fat milk has been well substantiated.

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“The bottom line is that we know it’s a superior product,” says Good Earth Dairy CEO Marcel Steingiesser, “There’s a lot of exciting research being done but in terms of the simple biochemistry of the milk it contains the smallest fat cells of any other milk (in the market) next to human milk, which makes it easily digestible for humans.” Utilised in the Middle East for thousands of years, camel milk is rich in calcium, magnesium, manganese, potassium, phosphorous, copper, zinc and contains more vitamin C minus half the saturated fat of regular milk. Although there are other small

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camel-milk producers around, Good Earth Dairy is the first one in WA to offer a pasteurised product, a point of difference they hope will see the venture grow rapidly. Whilst the cultural sector and health food shops have been early adopters, Marcel and Stephen believe this superfood will become part of the average Australian diet. And the taste? Light and delicious with a slightly mineral quality. Hold the skinny long mac – I think I’ll take a camel-latte instead! Good Earth Dairy camel millk is available locally at Windmill Roadhouse, Regans Ford or call 1300 CAMELS (1300 226 357) to arrange a farm visit and purchase.

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The state election on 11 March is just around the corner and the candidates standing at time of going to press are listed on page 18. If you have questions you would like to pose to any of these candidates please email them to me – we will introduce each candidate in more detail next issue. Weather-wise we’ve had it all in January, from fires and forty degree days to a flash flood over the weekend of 28/29 when some areas received up to 160mls!

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With children back at school this week, and residents drifting back from coastal holidays, the year has begun in earnest and it’s time to look forward to many good things on offer in 2017, the year of the rooster in the Chinese zodiac. Take a look at our what’s on page to find out about all the interesting events coming up. For farmers, several field days and seminars are outlined on page 17.

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Welcome to the February issue of the Northern Valleys News! I have to say the highlight of the month for me was meeting the gentle giants at the Good Earth Dairy in Dandaragan and learning about the amazing properties of camel milk – this region sure is pulsing with innovation!

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Outdoor movie night in Moora Moora Football Club are hosting an Outdoor Family Movie Night on Saturday 11 Feb 2017 at Moora Recreation Ground. The movie will be Ice Age 5 - Collision Course. Tickets are $5 each or $20 for a family ticket (parents and their children) and will be available at the gate on the night or contact one of our committee. Bouncy castle and face painting from 6pm for a gold coin donation – donated to a local charity group of our choosing. Movie will start at approx 7.45. Everyone welcome! Fresh POPCORN, hot food, cool drinks, ice creams and snacks will be for sale from the canteen. BYO adult drinks and seats/blankets/ beanbags!

Bullsbrook Come celebrate International Women’s Day on Friday 10 March at Chequers Golf Club from 10.30am. There will be a guest speaker, door prize, money competition, quizzes and an ongoing raffle throughout the day. Learn more about your community with profiles on some lovely local ladies, and don’t forget this year theme of Wedding Photos – Old and New! Tickets are $25 – to secure yours please RSVP to Kathy on 9571 1593 by 2 March

Muchea The Landcare Centre will be holding a Long Table Lunch for International Women’s Day. Barbara Morrell, an inspiring “Woman in Landcare” will be our speaker. Barbara is a retired farmer from Pingrup who has a passion for looking after our land for future generations and represents WA on the

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The lunch will be held at the Chittering Landcare Centre at 12pm on Wednesday March 8th. Cost is $20 and RSVP is required by Friday 3 March.

New Norcia The Chittering Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend an evening at the New Norcia Hotel in celebration of International Women’s Day. Hosted by Carmel Ross of Bindoon Estate Wines, the CCC welcomes Dr Vanessa Thiele who will give a presentation on “The 7 characteristics of highly resilient women, and what we can learn from them from them to become better leaders”. To RSVP call Trish Murrell on 0438 860 022

Annual general meetings It’s that time of year again with many organisations holding their annual general meetings. A great chance to get involved and give back to your community! See page 21

Markets markets markets! After a break over the summer holidays several local markets are back, offering local produce, fun and food at different times and locations in the Northern Valleys region. On Saturday 11 February, the Chittering Valley Twighlight Markets will be held at Immaculate Heart College –a great family evening out with lots of yummy food options and a relaxed outdoor setting. The next morning, Sunday 12 February, Gingin will hold their inauguaral community market at the old Gingin Railway Station which has recently been beautifully restored. The market will have a range of fun activities for kids as well as home crafted goods and local produce. In Bindoon, the Farmers’ Market is back in Clune Park on Sunday 26 February for a new season with a fresh approach, more stall holders and a focus on in-season local produce.

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ON Tuesday 7 February - Friday 17 February Breast Screen WA Mobile Van Granville Civic Centre, Gingin Phone 13 20 50

Wednesday 8 Februrary 6.30pm The Nationals Moore Campaign Launch Bindoon Town Hall

Saturday 11 February 4-7pm Chittering Valley Markets Immaculate Heart College 6.30pm CSBP Dandaragan Midsummer Charity Ball Contact Sarah Roberts 0408 803 339

Sunday 12 February Gingin Community Markets at Jones St Gingin. See ad this page

Wednesday 15 February The Moora-Miling Pasture Improvement AGM dinner at Berkshire Valley. Speaker Euan Beaumont (Energy Farmers Aus)’Biochar and Bioenergy in WA’. RSVP Rachel at mcc.nrmo@bigpond.com or 0409 096 064

Tuesday 16 February 11.30-1pm Avocare presentation on aged care services. Demoor Centre, Moora. RSVP Moora CRC on 9653 1053 Chittering Chamber of Commerce casual sundowner Bindoon Café & Restaurant – RSVP 14 February. Ph Trish Murrell on 0438 860 022

Saturday 18 February 7-10pm Bindoon Open Mic Night Bindoon Hall. Contact Barni - 0419 964 901

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Sunday 19 February 7am Lancelin Triathlon - Grace Darling Park

Monday 20 February Learn how to make an online photobook! Gingin Community Resource Centre - 9575 1253

Thursday 23 February 8.30-4pm 2040 Farming – The Next Generation Moora Performing Arts Centre. See page 17

Friday 24 and Saturday 25 February Miling fox shoot. Contact Richard Topham to register 0427 541 020

Saturday 25 February 6-10pm Screen on the Green - Finding Dory Lower Chittering Hall. Phone Alison - 9576 460

Sunday 26 February 5am Turquoise Coast Triathlon, Dobbyn Park, Jurien Bay 8.30-12.30 Bindoon Farmers Market Bindoon Mens Shed Open Day from 9am till 1pm. Have a brew, share a sausage sizzle and ask questions! Brockman Centre, corner of Tea Tree Road and Great Northern Hwy, Bindoon

Tuesday 28 February 9.30-12.30pm Introduction to Social Media Gingin CRCR. RSVP to Helen 0428 514 292

Thursday 2 March 1pm 29th Annual Gingin Bull Sale Gingin Recreation Centre. See page 12

Saturday 4 March 4pm Jazz and Movie in the Park Key Biscayne Park, Ledge Point

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Winter Wilson evening concert at Bindoon Town Hall. CWA Curry night starts at 6pm. Concert at 7.30pm. This is a pre-sale ticketed event - contact Cathy 9571 4176 to book. See www.winterwilson.com for concert info.

Australia Day celebrations across the region...

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Story Anne Gething, and photos Kyra Burns

The CWA Bullsbrook and Districts branch was delighted with support from over 120 of our community (and 2 horses) who enjoyed breakfast and family games on Australia Day at Lowery Park. A delicious breakfast of bacon, sausages, eggs on toast and vegemite sandwiches with fresh fruit, home-cooked muffins and lamingtons was served. Thankyou to our menfolk and other chefs extraordinaire for their assistance with setting up, loan of BBQs and cooking.

Anna Daniel, Leah Reeves and Melissa Reeves

Children and a few mums and dads enjoyed helium balloons, egg and spoon races and sack races and the very relaxing morning finished with a huge Hokey Pokey.

Lower Chittering brigade members cooked up a storm on the BBQ!

Thank you to the Bullsbrook Butcher, Bullsbrook Bakery, Newsagency and IGA, the Spud Shed, AAA Eggs and the City of Swan for their support, which made the event possible to be staged in return for a gold coin donation for breakfast.

Rosie dressed for the occasion.

There was plenty of Australia day spirit at the breakfast held in the Lower Chittering Hall. Over 200 people gathered for a beautiful spread, singing, poetry reading and an Aussie quiz. The Chittering Valley Progress Association would like to thank Golden Grove Orchard, Swan Valley Eggs, Rangeview Fruit and Bullsbrook Meat and Gourmet for their donations and support. 50% of profits from the morning went back to the fire brigade. There was plenty of Australia Day spirit!

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Out & About...

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A few of the Neergabby Community Association helpers: Sarah, Sheryl, Denise, Keith, Larraine and Nathan Troy. Photo Peter L. Jones

Fun, food and formalities was the order of the day at the Shire of Gingin Australia Day celebrations at Neergabby. As well as the Australia Day Awards (see page 9) the Shire welcomed 12 new Australian citizens: Lisa Farr, Wayne Gordon, Gavin Lee, Murray Sinclair, Oliver Timbreza, Jannie Baard, Danel Conradie, Janneke Baard, Ja Baard, Merwe Du Plessis, Suzanne Du Plessis and Robert Mercado. (pictured below)

Cr David Roe welcomes the Shire of Gingin’s newest Australian citizens. Photo Peter L. Jones

Moora

An Australia Day BBQ breakfast hosted by the Moora Rotary Club celebrated Australia Day at Apex Park in Moora. The Australia Day award presentations recognised many outstanding local volunteers. Shire of Moora President, Cr Ken Seymour presented the awards.

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An evening under the stars with pleasurable company and delicious country food sums up the Wannamal Long Table Dinner. Generously funded by the Chittering Shire, this Australia Day celebration under gum trees on the Wannamal Oval, is eagerly looked forward to and greatly enjoyed. From the hessian and lace tablecloth, golden Morrison and yellow kangaroo paw floral arrangements, twinkling fairy lights, children running around with glow sticks, and the setting sun; it was an evening to enjoy and appreciate our great outdoors. Live music was provided by Wannamal’s best kept secret – Phil and his guitar, who led the singing of the National Anthem and many other well-known Australian songs. Cr Peter Obsorne announced the nominees for the 2017 Chittering Shire’s Australia Day Awards.

It was a beautiful setting under the gum trees.

The mouth-watering meal of roast lamb and chicken, potato bake, fresh corn on the cob, homemade damper, Marty van Beek Gillingarra, Rob Anspach, Max Smith and a variety of fresh salads followed Greg Rowe from Wannamal enjoying a laugh. by lamington fingers, pavlova and strawberries was greatly enjoyed by the 70 attendees. In our all too busy world a night under the starry skies of face to face conversation, plenty of laughter and children enjoying the outdoors, certainly made this a dazzling event.

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Bruce and Jenny Wharton, Sue Carter and Colleen Osborne all from Bindoon look forward to this annual event.

REDGUM Restaurant Country food from the heart at Gaylene’s kitchen in Dandaragan

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Chatter Latest News Would you like more information? Visit the Shire website or give us a call on 9576 4600 so we can put a copy in the post. Donate-a-Game The Bindoon Library are building their range of board games available for loan, if you have any at home you no longer use we would be happy to re-home them for you! Western Power Following the recent pole top fires we asked Western Power why they use wooden poles; • Wooden poles are non-conductive and much safer for employees / public. • Steel poles can be easily damaged during transport (and by vehicle accidents), they are more expensive and are less safe for employees / public. • Concrete poles are relatively expensive, cannot be customised on site and are susceptible to concrete cancer. Western Power advise that they regularly review alternatives to wood poles. 1800-CALL-A-DOC A Royalties for Regions funded initiative to provide an out-of-hours GP advice service. Tougher For Crooks Crooks are motivated by easy targets, so help frontline police by being aware and making changes to how you secure your home / look after your valuables. >>NEW<< Development Checklist An improvement to the process of obtaining a determination on your planning, building or health application. Dog Registrations Rangers will be checking expired registrations over coming weeks.

Recent News 2017 Council Meeting Dates Ordinary Council Meetings are generally held in Council Chambers on the third Wednesday of each month at 7pm. Members of the public are welcome. Call Natasha for more information regarding public questions, deputations, petitions and presentations to Council. Bindoon Bypass Announcement Welcomed The Minister for Transport advised that the preferred corridor option for the proposed bypass was “Western Corridor A”.

February 2017 Bush Fire Ready

Dates to Remember 1 Dec to 31 Mar: burning is PROHIBITED 16 Oct to 31 May: firebreaks must be cleared Call 000 for Local Fires Crews can only be mobilised through the central communications unit, calls to the Shire office cannot be actioned. Message from WaterCorp Please remember that you cannot rely on scheme water during a bushfire. Bush Fire Ready Message from DFES Understand the Bushfire Warning Levels (see right) and know where they are published; Visit www.emergency.wa.gov.au Tune into ABC local radio Phone 13 3337 (13 DFES) Check Twitter & Facebook Never rely on any one source. Remain alert and aware of your surroundings. Stay in touch with neighbours, family and friends. Be #bushfireready

Public Comment Items • •

Events This Month

Currently open for comment; Bindoon Deviation Strategy: comments close at 4pm on 15 February 2017. Fencing Local Law: comments close at 4pm on 16 March 2017.

February is Library Lovers Month!! Chittering Junior Football Club Registrations open for Juniors & Youth Monday 6 Managing Clubs Workshop Call Lisa 9576 4600 Saturday 11 Chittering Valley Markets email ihcmarkets.swapmeet@ihc.edu.au Wednesday 15 Chittering Bindoon CWA AGM Call Marg 9571 0610 Saturday 18 Bindoon Open Mic Call Barni 0419 964 909 Monday 20 Bindoon Ag Society AGM Call 0457 103 033

Public comment items are online at www.chittering.wa.gov.au/council/have-your-say

Local Road Works • • • • • • •

Binda Place – completion due January / February Chittering Valley Road – final seal in February Hay Flat Road – final seal in February Humphrey Street – final seal in February Learners Way – reconstruction and drainage works underway, completion due late February Owen Road – completion delayed until early March 2017 Spice Road – reconstruction (1.5km bitumen) works underway, complete due late March www.chittering.wa.gov.au/discover/projects.aspx

Contact Technical Services for more information & for Works Requests

Saturday 25 “Screen on the Green” FREE Outdoor Movie @ Lwr Chittering Hall Call Alison 9576 4600

Low Income Rental Available A three-bedroom family home in Bindoon will become available during February, call 9690 1900 for more information. Chittering Health Centre Locum services will be available at the Centre from 31 January to 6 February 2017, call 9576 1091.

Sunday 26 Bindoon Farmers Market Call Carmel 0408 124 404

Australia Day Awards Our annual ceremony was held on Thursday 26 January, congratulations to the well-deserving winners ~ Volunteers of the Chittering Wildflower Festival, Mitch Lunardi and Cathy Fisher.

View our online events calendar at www.chittering.wa.gov.au/calendar

Keep in Touch Collen Osbourne, Shire President Gordon Houston and Cathy Fisher cut the commemoratve cake at the Australia Day awards

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Shire of Chittering Australia Day Awards 2017 Chittering’s Australia Day Awards Ceremony was held on Thursday 26 January, in the Bindoon Town Hall with approximately 60 people in attendance. Guests were musically entertained by Johannah Grace and enjoyed light refreshments following the formalities which were hosted by Shire President, Gordon Houston and CEO, Alan Sheridan.

These annual Awards offer the perfect opportunity to publicly recognise, and thank, those members of the community who voluntarily invest so much of their time in their community. Shire of Chittering Education Scholarship Awards Each year the Shire incorporates into their budget two scholarships of $1,000 each for a student graduating Year 6 and a student graduating Year 10 at the end of the following school year. As there were no applications for Year 10 two Year 6 scholarships were awarded, one to Hope Kavanagh, who will be using her scholarship towards her school fees and one to Harrison Anderson will use his scholarship towards his school fees, uniform, camps and stationery.

School Citizenship Awards

Each of our local schools nominates a student for outstanding citizenship during the recent school year. Two nominations were received for 2016. Ebony Bird of Bindoon Primary School – who was applauded for her display of exemplary behaviour which makes her a wonderful role model to her fellow students, and; Briannan Worrell of Immaculate Heart College, whose teachers highlighted how Briannan undertakes her duties and responsibilities with no expectation of being thanked, and how this positive attitude has influenced her fellow peers to emulate her. Active Citizenship Award Focussing on groups/events that have made a noteworthy contribution or given outstanding service to the local community over a number of years through active involvement. The winners, Volunteers of the Chittering Wildflower Festival, were nominated by Colleen Osborn. This group of volunteers have been assisting with the coordination of this annual multi-day event for the past five years. They

act as ambassadors for Chittering and are an example to other community members about the enjoyment of volunteering. The other nominees were; Bindoon Chittering Retirees of WA who was nominated by Lois Jones. Bindoon Chittering Retirees is a proactive group of over 55s with more than 40 members who attend outings, meetings and host local events; Wannamal Art Exhibition and Market Days a group nominated by the Wannamal Community Centre for an event that not only encourages local artists but also supports worthy charities. Community Citizen of the Year Awards This award was previously known as the Premier’s Australia Day Active Citizenship Award and has been rebranded to the Community Citizen of the Year Awards and 2017 is the 40th anniversary of this award. Young Community Citizen of the Year The winner, Mitch Lunardi, was nominated by Koorunga CWA as an inspiring example of the positive influence a young person can have in our community. Mitch has been a

valuable behind the scenes volunteer, his community spirit has seen him involved in ‘Wear-ya-Wellies’, ‘Muchea Youth Festival’, ‘Taste of Chittering’ and the ‘Bindoon Show’. Community Citizen of the Year Award The winner, Cathy Fisher, was nominated by Sally Leo and Gail Bam, for her cheerful nature and exceptional skills as an ambulance officer which have brought great comfort to many Chittering residents. The other nominees were; Noel Russell, who was nominated by Amy McAuliffe for being instrumental in the smooth running, set-up and clean-up of the Bindoon Show for at least 10 years. Phillip Martin, nominated by the Veteran Car Club of WA (Inc) Chittering Branch, as the man behind the establishment of the Bindoon Historic Vehicle Day. Tom Fern, nominated by the Bindoon Chittering Retirees of WA for being their official outings bus driver for many years. Congratulations to all involved!

Winners of the Active Citizenship Award, volunteers of the Chittering Wildflower Festival

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Ebony Bird, winner of a School Citizenship Award

Shire CEO Alan Sheridan, Cathy Fisher; winner of the Community Citizen of the year award, and Shire President Gordon Houston

Hope Kavanagh received a $1000 scholarship.

Remember, events and local community members can be nominated for Active Citizenship Awards all year round – there’s no need to wait until the Shire call’s for nominations in September. Forms and more details are available at http://wa.australiaday. org.au/awards/premiers-australia-dayawards/.

Campaign Launch

Join Brendon Grylls Leader of The Nationals WA and Shane Love MLA in Bindoon for the launch of The Nationals WA campaign in our electorate of Moore. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the team that delivered Royalties for Regions and discuss The Nationals’ plans for Regional WA.

Wednesday 8 February 2017 Bindoon Town Hall From 6.30pm Please RSVP for catering purposes by 6 February by emailing Shane.Love@nationalswa.com or phoning 0438 635 799

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COUNCIL TO COMMUNITY What’s on in… February

Our Community News Jazz and Movie in the Park

The Shire is pleased to be hosting the inaugural Lancelin Triathlon on Sunday 19 February. Kicking off at Grace Darling Park, competitors have a choice to compete in a Long or Short Course. • Early bird registrations close 3 February and include $10 discount – adults $30, students $20. • Standard registrations close 15 February – adults $40, students $30. For full details and to register please visit the ‘Events’ area of the Shire’s website www.gingin.wa.gov.au or contact Cher Groves on 9575 5138.

Proudly Sponsors... Saturday 4 March 4pm to 8.30pm Key Biscayne Park, Ledge Point. BYO picnic or support the Ledge Point Community Association and purchase food on the night.

ClubTalk Digital Workshop

Further information can be found on the Shire’s Facebook page, website, or by contacting events@ gingin.wa.gov.au.

Do you look after your club’s website, Facebook page and/ or online communications? Attend an exciting, hands-on and FREE workshop for club committee members.

Volunteer Workshops – March

When: Wednesday 22 February 2017 at 7.00pm - 9.00pm Where: Lancelin CRC, 117 Gingin Road, Lancelin (between IGA and post office) There will also be a free bus service departing the Shire Office in Gingin at 5.00pm with coastal town pickup. Refreshments included. For more information or to book your spot in the workshop and/or bus, please RSVP Helen Sutherland by Thursday 16 February 2017 at clubdev@gingin.wa.gov.au or phone 9575 5162 or 0419 604 101.

FREE Breast Screening – Gingin If you missed the chance for a free mammogram in Lancelin when the mobile service unit was in town in January, then there will be another opportunity when BreastScreen WA will be in Gingin from 7-17 February at the Granville Civic Centre. For an appointment please phone BreastScreen WA on 132 050.

Shire Notices March Council Meeting – Change of Venue The Shire wishes to advise the community that it will hold its March Council Meeting at Lancelin Angling and Aquatic Club, Hopkins Street, Lancelin on Tuesday 21 March 2017 at 3pm. All residents are welcome to attend.

Office Closure – Labour Day

The Shire, in partnership with the Gingin CRC and Volunteering WA, are pleased to host the following FREE workshops:

Developing Volunteer Management Plans Date: Tuesday 7 March Time: 12.30pm – 2.30pm with repeat session at 6.00pm – 8.00pm Venue: Gingin CRC, 1 Lily King Place Gingin RSVP: Thursday 2 March To register for the above workshops go to www.eventbrite. com.au or contact Helen Sutherland at clubdev@gingin. wa.gov.au or phone 9575 5162 / 0419 604 101. Volunteer Management - One to One Consultations Date: Wednesday 8 March Time: 30 minute sessions between 9.30-10.30am Venue: Gingin CRC, 1 Lily King Place Gingin RSVP: to book a session contact Helen Sutherland by Thursday 2 March at clubdev@gingin.wa.gov.au

Water Supply Improvements to Ocean Farm Estate The Water Corporation wishes to advise that it intends to replace 14km of existing buried water mains within Ocean Farm Estate (Stage 1) in Nilgen which will improve reliability of water supply to residents. The proposed work is scheduled to start in March 2017, subject to all approvals being obtained, and is expected to take 5 months to complete.

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Any queries may be directed to Sebastian Camillo at the Shire on 9575 2211.

In addition to the fantastic Lancelin Ocean Classic competition and celebrations, the Bendigo Bank/Shire Summer Suite continued during January with the Party in the Park and Music in the Park events proving to be a success with the community. Free events still to come include: • 4 March 2017 – Jazz and Movie in the Park – Key Biscayne Park, Ledge Point – 4:00pm to 8:30pm • 12 March 2017 – Gingin Triathlon – Recreation Grounds, Gingin – 7:00am to 10:30am • 25 March 2017 – Arts in the Park – Granville Park, Gingin – 4:00pm to 10:00pm

Our Community News Club Contact Details – Generic Email Addresses How easy is it for new and existing members to find and contact your Club/Association? Many clubs still use their personal email addresses as the contact for their club – this can make it very difficult for people to get in contact when committee positions change. It is recommended that all Clubs/Associations develop a generic email address eg, lancelinclubname@gmail.com. This can also assist by: • making it easier for new members to contact your club • provide easier handover to new committee members • always having a current contact that doesn’t change year by year despite changes to committee positions, and • it’s easier to keep track of past correspondence if required.

Business in Focus Business in Focus – proudly supporting the Shire’s Early Rates Incentive Scheme

Step into Volunteering Date: Tuesday 7 March Time: 9.30-10.30am Venue: Gingin CRC, 1 Lily King Place Gingin RSVP: Thursday 2 March

Please note the Gingin and Lancelin Shire Offices will be closed on the Labour Day public holiday, Monday 6 March 2017.

Upcoming Community Events

FEBRUARY

Shire Gets New Grader The Shire has recently taken ownership of a new grader which is now housed at the Gingin Shire Depot. The old CAT has been traded in and our roads crew are keen to put the new machine to work.

Anspach Agricultural Contracting is based in Wannamal and provides a broad range of services including agricultural contracting, land-care, transport, earthmoving and civil works. In recent years Anspach Ag, has expanded their capacity in earth-moving and civil works. This includes constructing house and shed pads, driveways and hardstands, property access, cross-overs and culverts, cleaning out dams and soaks, and installation and maintenance of fire breaks. Anspach Ag has also done large scale rehabilitation projects, including water, wind and erosion control, revegetation and commercial mulching and landscaping. Anspach Ag is an experienced contractor to Department of Fire and Emergency Services and Department of Parks and Wildlife for several years. Anspach AG is able to assist with bush fire management strategies including building and retaining firebreaks, removal of foliage from access points and clearing fire affected areas to reduce re-ignition. With 25 years of experience providing services throughout WA to farmers, businesses, local and State government, and corporate clients, Anspach Ag will be able to help you with your next project. Rob and Angela Anspach work as partners in their family business and employ ten people who live in the Shires of Gingin and Chittering. Anspach Ag supports a number of events and projects in the Wannamal, Bindoon & Gingin communities, and is an active member of the Chittering Chamber of Commerce. More information is available on the website www. anspachag.com.au or please contact Rob or Angela for a quote for earthmoving, civil works or one of their other services or products. T: 08 9655 7074 W: www.anspachag.com.au E: office@anspachag.com.au

Further Council information is available on gingin.wa.gov.au or at Shire of Gingin, 7 Brockman Street, Gingin WA 6503 Telephone: 08 9575 2211 Facsimile: 08 9575 2121 Email: mail@gingin.wa.gov.au

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Shire of Gingin Australia Day Celebrations Photos and story Peter L. Jones

The Neergabby Community Grounds came alive on a very hot Australia Day for the Shire of Gingin sponsored food, fun and formalities of this muchenjoyed annual event. A band of volunteers from the local Community Association worked hard to cook up a free breakfast for all in attendance. Others supervised happy kids on a massive inflatable water-slide while the grown-ups tucked into their bacon, eggs, baked beans and coffee to the musical accompaniment of local favourite Kelly Gardner with Michael Browse. Shire of Gingin CEO Jeremy Edwards introduced Margaret Drayton for the traditional Welcome to Country and acknowledgment of the Yued people. After the national anthem, Shire President Councillor David Roe gave his opening address. This was followed by the important Citizenship Ceremony where the Shire’s newest dozen citizens stepped forward to make their pledges to their new homeland.

The Australia Day WA Community Citizen Awards were presented in four categories. Katrina Jaques was presented with the Community Citizen of the Year award in recognition of the mountain of volunteer work that she performs with the Gingin District High School P&C, the local scout troop, the school canteen and more. Other worthy nominees for the award were Alicia Gomersall and Heather Dewar.

Katrina Jaques was presented with the Community Citizen of the Year award

The Senior Community Citizen of the Year award went to Bob James, who just pipped at the post the ever-popular Francis White. Brayden Rule was awarded Young Community Citizen of the Year for his untiring commitment to the support of the Gingin Junior Football Club, where one of the duties he takes on is the mentoring of younger players. The Treasure Trove Op Shop ladies were delighted to be announced as the winners of the Active Citizenship Award for a Community Group, with

Marilyn Chambers and Kate Watson representing the Treasure Trove Op Shop

an understandably proud Kate Watson accepting the award in her capacity as President of the Gingin Community Op Shop. Much of the money raised goes straight back into the local community, with some being directed to a fund that will eventually see the Op Shop in its own premises. The hardworking founding committee of the Gingin Junior Football Club was the other nominee for this highly regarded award. The formalities were rounded off by the guest speaker, former Gingin District High School student and now science teacher Elijah Anderson, providing an insight into his transition from student to teacher with a love of natural history as his steadying influence.

Cr David Roe presents to the Senior Community Citizen of the Year award nominees, Francis White and Bob James.

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Shire of Moora February 2017 What's on at the Moora Performing Arts Centre

2017 Australia Day The Moora community celebrated Australia Day on Thursday 26th January with a cooked BBQ breakfast prepared by our hardworking local Rotarians and followed by the 2017 Australia Day award presentations recognising our outstanding volunteers.

The 2017 Australia Day Award winners were: Citizen of the Year Senior Citizen of the Year Young Citizen of the Year Rotary Volunteer of the Year Event of the Year

Sheryl Watts Fay Humphreys Cory Payne Jenny Scott 2016 Country Pennants Hosted by Moora Swimming Club 2016 National Production Sedan Title Hosted by Central Midlands Speedway Association

THE LISTIES 6D (*It's Twice as Good as 3D)

The Shire President, Councillor’s and staff congratulate all award winners and nominees for the 2017 Australia Day Awards. Thank you to our judges; and the members of the community that completed nomination forms for the Australia Day Awards.

10.00 AM - THURSDAY 9TH MARCH 2017 Bookings - www.trybooking.com/OLXU The winner of Sydney Theatre Award for Best Children’s Production: THE LISTIES 6D* (*It’s Twice as Good as 3D) COUNCIL MEETING Back by poopular demand! (No, its not a typo)

Local Recipients on Australia Day 2017 Honours list Congratulations to Mrs Cynthia McMorran & Mr Frank & Mrs Kaye Lewis of Moora , on their announcement on the Australia Day 2017 Honours list. Mrs Cynthia McMorran OAM, was awarded Member (AM) of the Order of Australia. Mr & Mrs Lewis were awarded Medal (OAM) of the Order of Australia.

Mrs Kaye & Mr Frank Lewis & Mrs Cynthia McMorran

We are proud to have such wonderful role models within our community.

2017 Moora Triathlon It’s back again! Preparations are well underway for the 2017 Moora Triathlon on Sunday 19th March 2017. It may be an opportunity to challenge yourself to achieve your personal health and fitness goals or it might be your very first triathlon. Children and adults alike can take part in the event either as a team or individually. The event categories are broken into 12 & under, 16 & under & open divisions. Adults: $40 each Children: $25 each

Team: $120 per team Team: $75 per team

With 3 course lengths available there are options for all ages and abilities! This is our 12th year and we are looking to go BIGGER and BETTER, so get ready to make a splash! Registrations are available from the Shire of Moora Office, Moora Swimming Pool or Shire Website; www.moora.wa.gov.au

Month Meeting Date Get ready because Australia’ s most sought after kids’ comedians are on the road with their th award winning show 6D (*It’s Twice as Good as 3D) , a sketch February 17 comedy show all about the movies. Expect haunted backpacks, ninja nans, toilet paper guns and an actual movie made at March 16th in Miling commencing at 6.30pm every performance on a helmet mounted GoPro! April 20th Anarchic, unruly and guaranteed to have the whole family (even dads) rolling in the aisles, the Mayof kids’ entertainment like fairies 18th and princesses and instead Listies forgo the usual pitfalls Junehighbrow things that kids really 15thlove like fart jokes and vomiting stuff their shows with all the th puppets. Best of all it’ s 100% make their entire audience (adults July education free! They aim to20 included) laugh from start to finish. Expect LOLs, ROLFs andththe even ROFLSHALBOWCOs August 17 (rolling on the floor laughing so hard a little bit of wee comes out). September 21st in Watheroo commencing at 6.30pm The Listies 6D* (*It's Twice as Good as 3D) is six dimensions of fun: 1. Raucous October 19th 2. Disgusting November 16th 3. Hilarious December 7th 4. Interactive 5. Messy Council Meetings are held in the Council Chambers, cnr Padbury & Clinch Streets Moora 6. Insane at 5.30pm unless stated otherwise. Council meetings are open to the public who are welThe end of sanitised kids entertainment we knoware it. Rated S for come to nice attend. Agendas for the CouncilasMeetings available forstupid. inspection 48 hours prior to the meeting, at the Shire Administration Centre, 34 Padbury Street Moora, or on "A live comedy experience kids and their grown-ups can share...a winner" Sydney Morning the Shire website www.moora.wa.gov.au Herald. Please Note: Committee meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month and are “If closed the Wiggles the Eagles then presentations the Listies are may the Sex to thearepublic, however be Pistols.” arrangedThe for Age individuals, groups or organisations if the council meeting dates are not convenient. “The Listies are a comedy duo who have made a very successful career out of appealing to, well not only the little kid in all of us, but the grubby, grubby little kid in all of us.”Virginia Trioli, ABC News Breakfast.

Australia Day(UK) Awards *****Time Out *****Fest (UK) *****ThreeWeeks ***** FringeReview ***** Broadway Baby **** The Scotsman **** ½ Sydney Morning Herald **** Herald Sun ****½ The Age Thank you to the members of the community that completed a nomination form for the Tickets available from www.trybooking.com/OLXU Australia Day Awards, the nominations have now closed for 2016.

All registrations close 4.00pm Friday 17th March 2017.

10.00 AM - THURSDAY 9TH MARCH 2017

An invitation is extended to all community members to attend Apex Park from 8.00 am on Tuesday, 26th January to celebrate the announcements of the Australia Day Awards Ticket Prices: recipients.

For more information please contact Courtney Keeris, Be-Active Sport & Recreation Co-ordinator on 9651 0000 or email ao@moora.wa.gov.au

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Moora volunteers thanked on Australia Day

Sheryl Watts received the Citizen of the Year award for her work with the Moora Horse Trials and equestrian community.

Rotary Volunteer of the Year Jenny Scott was thanked for her many contributions to community organisations.

Royalties for Regions funding for Moora Speedway project

An Event of the Year 2016 award was given to the Country Pennants, hosted by Moora Swimming Club.

Jim Marden, Paul Rumbold, Shane Love, Joe Fitzpatrick, Wendy Newman, Donna Vanzetti, Andrea Cockman, Dale Cockman

The Central Midlands Speedway Association will benefit from $150,000 Royalties for Regions funding for new clubrooms in the latest round of Wheatbelt Community Chest Fund grants. Young Citizen of the Year, Cory Payne, received his award for his great work promoting road safety in schools.

Senior Citizen of the Year was awarded to Fay Humphreys for her consistant volunteering efforts for the Moora community.

An Event of the Year 2016 was also given to the National Production Sedan Title Hosted by Central Midlands Speedway Association.

Community Chest Fund and Regional Grant Scheme provided one-off grants to community, public and not for profit organisations to improve and develop infrastructure and services in the region. Member for Moore Shane Love MLA welcomed the funding announcement and said the Moora Speedway had a bright future and had done a fantastic job of hosting the National Production Car Championships last March. Projects in the Moore electorate had the benefit of more than $1.57 million of Community Chest Fund and Regional Grant Scheme funds in the latest funding round.

Mr Love said both Royalties for Regions funded schemes assist in attracting investment, increasing job opportunities and improving quality of life in the regions. “This funding will support dedicated community organisations in making the Wheatbelt region a better place to live and will contribute towards the long term sustainability and vibrancy of the region,” he added. “I am pleased to see Royalties for Regions investing in such a diverse range of projects that will enhance the Wheatbelt region and support local decisionmaking.” The State Government, through the Royalties for Regions program, will invest $10 million into the Regional Grants Scheme for the 2016-17 financial year and a further $10 million into the Community Chest Fund over the next four years.

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From the Livestock Manager Dean Hubbard– Elders Rural Services - Midland

Muchea Sheep 31/1/17 Elders reports agents yarded 9336 sheep and lambs at the Muchea Livestock Centre on Tuesday 31 January 2017, this being approximately 7000 less than last week. Quality overall was mixed with lighter trade lambs dominating the numbers. The sale overall maintained current firming trends set over recent weeks with the only one category not shown to be firming that being the heavy ewes. Heavy crossbred lambs today topped at $134.50 per head or approximately 530c/kg in the pen on a bare shorn basis. Lighter trade and air freight lambs sold to continued strong demand to finish with a marginal increase on last week’s sale with in pen costings remaining around 600c/kg. Ewe mutton supplies were reasonable with the best shorn Merino ewes selling to a top of $99 equating to 340c in the pen on a bare shorn basis. Boner types were scarce and prices remained fully firm on last week’s sale with in pen costings of 360c/kg dressed weight. Rams and wethers suitable for live export again met with strong competition with heavy wethers gaining $5 per head and selling to a top of $110 on a bare shorn basis and best hogget rams selling to a top of $120 including October shorn skins. Muchea Cattle 30/1/17 Numbers declined further this week with wet conditions impacting areas north of Perth. Cow numbers were strong and the improved quality saw their price continue to climb with solid numbers selling above 245c/kg. Young cattle suitable for feed and trade buyers were moderately supplied and met with similar competition from feeders, restockers, live exporters and the trade. Prices across most categories remained firm, however the quality of cows and increased competition saw cows mostly 20c/kg or more dearer. Vealer steers made between 290c and 396c with the better medium weight

drafts to restockers and live export averaging close to 375c, to be 12c/kg dearer. Vealers to feed averaged 345c and were 9c/kg dearer. Vealer heifers lacked quality, which saw most ease by up to 10c/kg. Lighter drafts made 300-340c, with the better drafts to feed close to 325c/kg and firm. Yearling steer numbers were limited and the better drafts made 300-332c/kg to feed and live export. Plain and pastoral drafts made 180-250c/kg. Yearling heifers of local origin were also limited in number and made 290-320c/kg to feed, similar to last week. Plain and pastoral yearling heifers sold between 150c and 266c/kg with most close to firm week-on-week. Trade cattle were limited in number. Trade vealer and yearling steers sold between 316c and 326c with heifers to the trade from 280-338c/kg, both similar to last week. Grown steers made to 288c with better drafts from 265-288c, pastoral grown steers made between 254-288c/kg for most 500-600kg export weight supplies. Grown heifer supplies included some well finished drafts, local sales made to 298c and some of pastoral origin sold to 284c/ kg. Prices were between 230c and 280c for most grown heifers and prices lifted by more than 20c/kg with supply and quality contributing to this lift. Cow quality improved with some well finished drafts offered and strongly competed for. Lightweight cows sold between 150c and 238c with the D2 cows to processors lifting close to 20c, to make 186-240c/kg. Better conditioned and heavy weight cows sold from 204-258c, with most of these more than 20c/kg dearer. Restockers purchased some pens and paid between 200c and 240c/kg for suitable drafts. Bulls to processors, sold firm to slightly dearer, with heavy drafts 190- 242c/kg. Light bulls to live export orders made 285-382c with better medium export bulls 260-350c/kg and firm.

The ultimate livestock

Tamieka Preston

Famed for their hardiness, camels have thrived in the Austalian outback to the point of becoming a nuisance. So why aren’t we using camels to our advantage – as middle eastern countries have done for centuries – and doing more with camel milk and meat?

beef. Demand for the ‘exotic’ meat is high in cities like Sydney with a high African and Middle eastern communities. With one leg alone weighing up to 70kg, the yeild is pretty good too! Even though cattle prices are stong – there’s no harm in a little diversity! It’s certainly food for thought.

Welcome to this year’s sale

Good Earth Dairy manager Stephen Geppert (see cover story) says although his animals have constant acess to food and water, they can survive for months without either – unlike sheep or cattle – making them the ultimate drought-resistant livestock. A report released by RIRDC in June 2001 also suggested that camels could be sucessfully co-grazed with cattle without any reduction to beef production because camels have different grazing habits. You can read the report at http://www.austcamel.com.au/ library/cogrzing.pdf. Apparently despite the huge population of feral animals in central Australia there is actually a shortage of domestically-produced camel meat – which is described as being similar in taste to

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Thursday 2nd March 2017 at 1pm GINGIN RECREATION CENTRE

Thursday 5th March 2015 at 1pm

73 BULLS

Represented ANGUS 48 Breeds: BULLS Angus Kapari IK & KF Sudlow Limousin Murray Grey Cookalabi Topham Bros GelbviehGrazing Warringah Warringah Black Tara

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Matthew Nalder: Sales Representative 0418 737 238

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Rural Bank 6350 3388

Dean Hubbard: Livestock Manger 0418 952 087

John Dingle: District Banking Manager 0419 792 620

Don Morgan: Muchea/Stud Stock 0429 721 156

Amanda Smith: Deposits 6350 3326

Preston Clarke: Sales Gingin South 0429 111 797

Real Estate 6350 3300

Nigel Hunt: Sales Bindoon North 0437 970 006

Farm Supplies 6350 3344 Brad Thompson: Manager 0429 116 033 Bryan Burrell: Sales Representative 0428 591 208

Jock Henry: Bullsbrook & Surrounds 0428 887 781

7 bulls

PR & CM Kupsch

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Aspen Farms

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MURRAY GREY 21 BULLS

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PR,CM & BW Kupsch

Tara

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27 bulls

WA College of Agriculture

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Sale stock - agents terms and conditions as per agents notice board at sale venue. rebate will be paid toobjectives, any Outside This information has been prepared without takingA into3% account your personal circumstance financial Agent who introduces new situation or needs. Terms, conditions, fees and charges may apply and are available by phoning the Rural Bank clients to the stud . New clients must Customer Service Centre on 1300 660 115 online at www.ruralbank.com.au or by visiting your local branch. All be nominated in writing to information is subject to change. Products are issued by Rural Bankeither Limited and distributed byLandmark Elders Rural Services Elders or 48hrs prior to the sale. Australia Limited. Rural Bank Limited ABN 74 083 938 416 AFSL 238042. Registered office: Level 6, 80 Grenfell Street, Adelaide SA 5000

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Corridor A officially endorsed as Bindoon Bypass Chittering Shire Council has expressed its relief that a decision has finally been made regarding the proposed upgrade of the Great Northern Highway though Chittering Shire which includes a bypass of Bindoon. The decision ends years of speculation regarding the proposed corridor for the new highway and many years of uncertainty for residents within the Shire of Chittering. Shire President Cr Gordon Houston said, “While the most recent consultation regarding three proposed bypass routes commenced in April last year, various other alternatives have been on the books for more than a decade.” “We have genuine sympathy for those residents who will be directly impacted by this decision, however all three options would have impacted directly on property owners and the final decision by the Minister has considered extensive input provided by both the community and the Shire.” “While we acknowledge that Western Bypass Option A will adversely affect some residents, it is probably a logical alternative to the proposed Eastern alignment, which was prohibitively expensive, and to Western Bypass Corridor B, which would have divided the community. Western Bypass Option A also follows part of the old Perth to Darwin road corridor and at its northern end, runs parallel to the existing rail line and through broad acre farming land”. “We have asked the State Government to commence the process of dealing with affected

residents as soon as possible so that they can get on with their lives and be fairly compensated for the impact that this decision will have. We have been assured that this certainly is the intention of the State Government and we look forward to that commitment being delivered on.” “We welcome the Minister’s comments that the State intends using available funds to protect the planned route through land acquisition, providing certainty to affected landowners and the wider Bindoon community. We also appreciate the support of our Local State Member, Shane Love MP, for assisting the Shire throughout the most recent consultation process.” “We will be working closely with the Department of Main Roads and the State Government to ensure that the impact on Bindoon and the Shire of Chittering from a future bypass is minimised. We all know that you cannot bypass a town and not have an impact. What we want to do is ensure that the town has the very best opportunity to both prosper and thrive in the future.” “In anticipation of a decision regarding a bypass of Bindoon, the Shire has also been working with a Community Reference Group on a Bindoon Deviation Strategy over the past 18 months. The document will be released for Public Comment next week. Council has also been working on a significant upgrade for the Bindoon shopping precinct over the past year and that project is nearing completion. Both these initiatives will assist in managing and mitigating the impact of the bypass”.

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Moora and Victoria Plains residents share in funds for age appropriate housing Older residents in Moora and the Victoria Plains region will soon have increased opportunities to remain close to home as they age, thanks to a $46.19 million state wide investment. Shane Love MLA, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Regional Development said with funding from the Royalties for Regions Growing Our South initiative, the project would see the construction of nine Independent Living Units (ILU) in the Moora Shire with a further four units to be built in the Shire of Victoria Plains. Innovation Central Midlands – incorporating the Shires of Moora, Dalwallinu and Wongan Ballidu has received more than $7 million to build 26 units, while the Avon Valley Aged Housing Alliance will receive $6 million to build 22 ILUs across the Shires of Victoria Plains, Dowerin, Goomalling and Toodyay. “State wide, the project will provide 150 specially designed, age-appropriate houses across 28 local governments in the Wheatbelt and Great Southern,” Mr Love said. Other projects to receive funding include the Brookton,

Beverley and Pingelly Alliance ($7.89 million), Wheatbelt South Aged Housing Alliance ($10.09 million) and the Cunderdin, Tammin and Quairading Alliance ($3.68 million).

What native species are flowering? Two species which are important food sources for Carnaby’s and many other birds and animals have a short overlap of flowering time in February. They are Slender Banksia (Banksia attenuata) which is finishing its flowering period and Firewood Banksia (B. menziesii) which is just starting. Burdett’s Banksia (B. burdettii), a shrub to 4m and Acorn Banksia (B. prionotes), a shrub or tree to 10m also flower now. Both have cream and orange flowers. Marri (Corymbia calophylla) is also an important food tree for black cockatoos and is flowering now in some areas.

Moore MP, Mr Love was in Dalwallinu on December 15 to announce the funding with Minister for Regional Development, Terry Redman. Mr Love said the cluster style accommodation will enable the growing number of older people in these shires to remain living in their local communities close to family, friends and support networks. “Staying connected with the community is a real concern for seniors, especially in regional areas,” Mr Love added. “It’s great to see Royalties for Regions investing in projects that enable ageing community members to remain in their community for as long as possible.” Mr Love said Regional Western Australia had an older population profile than the state as a whole and an increasing need for aged care. The State Government’s housing program is aligned with the Federal Government’s aged care reform, delivering on the findings of the Ageing in the Bush Report. The Growing our South initiative is a five-year, $600 million Royalties for Regions program to implement major infrastructure and community projects in the Peel, Wheatbelt, South West and Great Southern

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Nature Notes The Landcare Crew

The Carnaby’s Black Cockatoos are back in their summer feeding areas now. The Chittering Landcare Centre is running an online survey to monitor black cockatoos, both Carnaby’s (white tail) and Forest Redtail Black Cockatoos, in our area. The survey is carried out on the first weekend of the month to report where they feed, roost, nest or just hang out. If you would like to be involved send us an email chitteringlandcare@ iinet.net.au or message us on Facebook and we will add your name to the survey recipient list. You may also like to be a volunteer for the Great Cocky Count which is held in April each year. This year’s date is 9th April and registrations are now open. For more information or to register go to http://birdlife. org.au/projects/southwest-blackcockatoo-recovery/great-cockycount-swbc. The Landcare Centre will be

holding a Long Table Lunch for International Women’s Day. Barbara Morrell, an inspiring “Woman in Landcare”, will be our speaker. Barbara is a retired farmer from Pingrup who has a passion for looking after our land for future generations. She has had a long time commitment to the Landcare movement including representing WA on the National Landcare Council. The lunch will be held at the Chittering Landcare Centre 12 noon Wednesday March 8th. Cost is $20 and RSVP is required by Friday 3 March. . Other dates to put in your diary are March 14 and March 22. March 14 is our Bushland and Bushfire Management forum to give you tips on managing your bushfire risk while minimising damage to your bushland. March 22 is our Invasive Species Forum where you find out about the threats posed by feral animals, including pigs, dogs and cats, and how to how to manage them. Both these are evening events starting at 5.30pm, with tea provided. More on these events in the next issue or see our webpage www. chitteringlandcare.org.au.

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Mistletoes are hemiparasitic plants which obtain some of their requirements from their host but also have green leaves and are able to photosynthesise. Two species may be seen flowering now. Stalked Mistletoe (Amyema miquelii) has broad flat leaves which resemble the leaves of the eucalypt trees on which it is most often found. The other is Wireleaf Mistletoe (Amyema preissii) which has narrow needle-like leaves. It is most often found on acacias (wattles) including those with broad flat leaves unlike its own. Both are found entirely in the canopy of trees and shrubs and are spread by Mistletoe Birds which eat the fruit and pass the sticky seeds in their droppings onto a new branch. Painted Marianthus (Marianthus bicolor) is a very attractive climber with white or cream flowers with red-purple stripes. Where there is nothing for it to climb it forms a spreading mounded shrub. It grows in a variety of soils over a large part of the south west of WA and flowers over summer and autumn. It thrives in shaded areas. It may sometimes be seen for sale in specialist native plant nurseries and would be an attractive garden plant. Keep cool, keep safe and keep those summer weeds under control.

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Leading Farming Systems Agronomist speaks on Healthy Soils in Dandaragan for Farmers and Community

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Ex-CSIRO scientist, Dr Maarten Stapper is coming to Dandaragan to help farmers improve the profitability of their operations by harnessing the power of natural soil processes; improving their use of inputs and understanding those practices that negatively impact on soil fertility. The main event is a 2-day workshop aimed at farmers (details below). There will also be an opportunity for the general community to discuss human health connections to how we grow our food leading up to the day. The 2-day course is suitable for anyone wanting to learn more about building healthy soils and how plant and microbes are connected; how soil biology influences soil structure and chemistry. Participants will get to see and feel soils with roots and plants and hear from other landholders describing their local management systems towards healthier soils for profitability and how they got there. Productive and Profitable Farming Systems with Healthy Soils with Dr Maarten Stapper When: Wed 8th & 9th March @ 9.00am to 4.30pm Where: Dandaragan Recreation Centre Cost: Earlybird (before 22/1)-$160 After 22nd February -$200 Multiple bookings (2 or more) $150pp Building Healthy Communities with Dr Maarten Stapper When: Tue 7th March @ 10.30 Where: Dandaragan Recreation Centre Registration: Rachelle Armstrong 0407 879 053; soilrestorationfarming@gmail. com Brought to you by Soil Restoration Farming and sponsored by NACC, Intuit Earth, Best Environmental Technologies, Hi-Tech Ag Solutions, Australian Mineral Fertilisers, C-Wise, NutriSoil Liquid Biological Fertiliser. www.soilrestorationfarming.com.au

Farmers from across the Wheatbelt and further afield are invited to Moora on Thursday 23 February for a day-long seminar on the future of farming in WA. Hosted and arranged by Bankwest, 2040 Farming – The Next Generation, is a chance to hear from a range of speakers about how farming is changing throughout WA. Guest speakers at the event will be looking at topics that are important to the future generations of farming, including succession planning, mental health, agronomy, technology and more. The keynote speaker at the event will be Katrina Sasse, who was recently awarded a 2017 Nuffield Australia Farming Scholarship. Katrina is researching “the way forward for daughters” and investigating strategies to encourage young women, particularly farmers’ daughters, to play an integral role in the continuity of family farm businesses, enabling them to survive and help rural communities thrive. The other keynote speaker will be Alan Langford, Bankwest’s Chief Economist, who provided an update on the current economic environment, industry and outlook for rural areas. Bankwest’s Senior Relationship Manager, Rural and Regional, Millie Milligan says “Bankwest was founded as an agricultural bank and we have been supporting WA’s farmers for over 120 years. We know many regional farming communities in WA face significant barriers to growth which prevent them from realising their true potential. We’re passionate about WA, to making a difference and using our influence for good, now and for generations to come.”

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March 2017 election update

Tech Talk

The 2017 Western Australian state election is coming up soon, and will be held on Saturday 11 March to elect 59 members to the Legislative Assembly and 36 members to the Legislative Council.

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Antivirus and privacy It is common these days for software to be available for free. While this has made it easier to access software, vendors still need a business model that generates revenue for them to support the development and maintenance of these products. Anti virus products have followed this trend and there are now a number of free and paid products available. Most of these free products work on the basis that you get basic real time scanning protection with additional functionality available as paid options. Yet these products have deep access to the operating systems and as a result are capable of gathering a lot of information about your computer. The information they gather can be used for marketing purposes and this is of commercial value. Some vendors bundle 3rd party products into their installations to make the products commercially viable. So the question becomes how is your personal information used by these vendors? AV Comparatives performed analysis of 21 antivirus products and documented the results in their Data transmission in internet security products report (http://www.av-comparatives.org/ wp-content/uploads/2014/04/avc_ datasending_2014_en.pdf). To evaluate how well the products rated on information disclosure, they reviewed the privacy policy and end user license agreements (EULA), monitored the information that was sent from the computer and sent a questionnaire to the vendors asking for details of the information that is captured by their products. The information was then collated and vendors were rated on the level of protection provided for user privacy. It should be noted that AV vendors do require some

information in order to manage their product licenses and to improve virus detection rates. The main concern is if personal information is collated and sold on for marketing purposes. As an example, web sites can be tracked by AV software to ensure that known malicious sites are blocked. Yet it is also possible that this information can be kept and data mined by the vendor.

In the lower house, most of the Northern Valleys region falls into the electorate of Moore, a seat which has been held by National party member Shane Love since 2013.

The AV products that were rated best with respect to personal information disclosure were: AhnLab, Emsisoft, eScan, BullGuard and Fortinet.

In the Legislative Council or Upper House, six candidates are elected in each region.

At the time of going to press, four candidates are known to be contesting the seat: Barni Norton for the Australian Labor party, Jim Kelly for One Nation, Darren Slynns for the Liberal Party and Shane Love for the National Party.

The Labor Party is defending one seat. The Liberal Party is defending two seats.

Products rated the worst (or vendors did not disclose what information they kept): McAfee, Microsoft, Symantec, Trend Micro, Webroot and AVG. There were many products that had a mixed rating for personal information protection. The products rated best for privacy considerations overall were: AhnLab, Avira, eScan, Fortinet, and Panda. It should be noted that this report was released in 2014 so may be out of date with respect to the latest product versions. In general, it is worth reading through the EULA and privacy policies to understand how your information can and will be used by the vendors. Also be wary of any 3rd party software that is bundled with the free AV product as this may disclose your personal information too. It is usually best to untick the box for add-ons and other products when installing these products. While privacy seems to be a commodity we are happy to trade for free stuff, it is worth considering the implications of what is done with your information.

The National Party is defending two seats. The Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party is defending one seat. Incumbent members include Darren West from the Labor party, Jim Chown and Brian Ellis from the Liberal party, Martin Aldridge from the National Party and Rick Mazza from the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party. Incumbent Nationals member Paul Brown is contesting the Lower House seat of Geraldton at the 2017 state election. New candidates for the upper house include; Ian James from the Greens, Steve Martin from the Liberal Party and from the National Party; Colin de Grussa, Leigh Ballard, Fred Block, Steve Blyth, David Kennedy. In the March issue the candiadates will introduce themselves and answer a few questions – see below.

Jim Kelly for One Nation

Shane Love for the National Party

Barni Norton for the Australian Labor Party

Darren Slynns for the Liberal Party

What would you like to ask?

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In the March issue we will pose a few questions to the candiadates about their ideas for the region and stance on local topics. If you have a relevant question you’d like to ask all or one of the candidates in particular, please send in to tamieka@nvnews.com.au by Monday 13 February 2017.

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Local MP to open office in Bindoon Martin Aldridge and Shane Love outside the proposed new office in Binda Place, Bindoon

The third and final contract for the $1.12 billion NorthLink WA project has been awarded to CPB contractors. Transport Minister Bill Marmion said the $175 million contract was for the design and construction of the northern section of highway from Ellenbrook to Muchea. “NorthLink WA is a vitally important project, generating about 1,000 jobs and demonstrating the Liberal National Government’s commitment to transport infrastructure and West Australians,” Mr Marmion said. “The final section involves construction of a free-flowing dual carriageway between Ellenbrook and Muchea, with new interchanges at Stock Road, Neaves Road and Brand Highway.

The Nationals WA Member for the Agricultural Region Hon Martin Aldridge MLC has announced his intention to relocate his Parliamentary Electorate Office to Bindoon if re-elected at the upcoming State election. Mr Aldridge said his new office would move to the former Binda Place Medical Centre where he would maintain an “open door” policy to ensure the local community had a locallybased MP to direct their comments, queries and concerns. “The Nationals WA are the only Party solely dedicated to serving and fighting for regional WA,” Mr Aldridge said. “With yet another regional seat being abolished and the creation of a new metropolitan seat following an electoral boundary redistribution, now more than ever the Agricultural Region needs a strong local voice in State Parliament.” “The electorate now stretches from Kalbarri in the Mid West to Esperance on the South Coast so it makes sense to relocate my

Mr Aldridge said he was excited to move to Bindoon and looked forward to working closely with the local community.

“Safety issues will be addressed at four of the State’s most dangerous intersections, with more than 150 kilometres of road safety barriers to protect vehicle occupants and

“Bindoon is an important hub within the Agricultural Region and relocating will enable me to be close to my family in Gingin and to spend more time on the ground meeting with constituents, local businesses, community organisations and local government,” Mr Aldridge said.

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Electorate Office to Bindoon.”

“The relocation will also give residents of the Gingin, Chittering and Toodyay Shires direct access to Government.” Mr Aldridge said he would continue to work closely with his colleague, State Member for Moore Shane Love, to ensure local residents have the best possible representation into the future. “My Nationals’ colleague and local MP Shane Love works tirelessly on behalf of Bindoon and surrounding communities and I look forward to supporting his ongoing work in the region,” Mr Aldridge said.

Moore residents urged to check enrolment ahead of election on March 11 Labor candidate for Moore, Barni Norton today urged residents to ensure they were correctly enrolled to vote at the state election being held on March 11.

Ms Norton said that Labor’s plan for jobs will greatly benefit regional WA including towns within the Moore Electorate.

Ms Norton said that local participation in the future of our state was vital at this election.

“Labor will also invest to grow our agriculture and fishing industries and invest to expand tourism opportunities.

“The election in March will be the chance for you to have your say about a number of important issues.

“This investment will help to create more jobs not only across the state but here in our local communities.”

“Issues such as local jobs, transport, health and unconventional fracking all impact on the Moore electorate and only Labor has a plan to address these.”

Ms Norton said that eligible residents had until at 6pm on Thursday 9 February to check their enrolment online on the WA Electoral Commission website at https://www.elections. wa.gov.au/enrol/check-your-enrolment.

Image Resources NL (ASX: IMA) is pleased to announce it has exercised its option to purchase 550 hectares of land situated over a key section of its 100%-owned, high-grade Boonanarring Mineral Sands Project located 120 km north of Perth in the North Perth Basin. The option was exercised on 6 January 2017 and the sale is scheduled to be completed on or about 13 February 2017. Managing Director Mr Patrick Mutz stated, “The exercise of this purchase option is a key step for Image and demonstrates the company’s commitment to the development of the Boonanarring project on a fast-track basis.” The Ccompany is currently updating its 2013 feasibility study to a bankable standard and incorporating the use of the recently acquired wet concentration processing plant (WCP). The study is scheduled to be completed at

separate oncoming traffic. “This project will not only create safer communities by reducing traffic on local roads, it will connect those communities through the inclusion of separate pedestrian and cycle paths.” Once completed, NorthLink WA will provide a continuous connection from the Perth Airport area through to Muchea, and together with the Gateway WA and Perth Freight Link projects will be a major part of a high standard freight connection to Fremantle Port. “Construction is already well underway on Stage 1, Stage 2 is commencing and Stage 3 will begin by mid-2017, so we are certainly on target for project completion in 2019,” the Minister said.

the end of March 2017. Assuming sufficiently positive feasibility results (as anticipated), Image will progress to project capital raising followed by relocation and assembly of the WCP and all associated and ancillary capital equipment currently located in South Australia. The Company is targeting first production in February-March 2018. The land to be acquired with the exercise of this purchase option is an area designated by Image as Block ‘C’ and encompasses the initial box-cut for open pit mining operations and will provide ore for the first two years of processing operations. The wet concentration plant, offices, warehouse and all associated services including mining contractor operations centre will also be located within Block ‘C’. The funds required to complete the purchase will be sourced from funds raised in the currently open, fully underwritten, non-renounceable rights issue scheduled to close on 19 January 2017.

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Recorded at 150 Bindoon-Moora Road, Bindoon Thanks to John Williams

ANGLICAN CHURCH (Marion Bird 9576 2054, John Broad 9576 0311) Bindoon 2nd and 4th Sundays of month at 9.30am

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54.4

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115.4

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87.4

591.7

390.4

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41.9

27.0

61.1

633.6

417.4

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30.6

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424.8

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19.1

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441.5

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By Alex Douglas

Politicians love to quote catch phrases that they think lends value to their words. A good example in recent times would be “open and accountable”. It’s a bit of a joke, really. If all levels of government were open and accountable, there would be no need for a Freedom of Information Act; Information Commissioner and so forth. I recall that, at the height of the Cold War in the UK, someone advised me that the Official Secrets Acts (there were three of them) should be taken to mean that everything that the Government did was secret unless the Government stated clearly that it wasn’t! Openness and accountability in the flesh! There are, however, two words that you won’t hear the pollies tossing about too freely. They are “devolution” and “compliance” and they refer to activities which are sometimes politely referred to in bureaucratic circles as “delegation”; and in other, less polite but more honest circles, as “cost shifting”! In theory, devolution involves the transfer of power from a central government to lower levels of government; “Power to the People”; Grassroots Government”; all that sort of stuff. Wonderful in theory but quite different in practice. In Australia, at least, devolution consists of the granting of various powers to Local Governments so that they can bear the cost of administering a staggering array of State and Federal legislation. Any “powers” that are bestowed under this system are easily rescinded and opportunities to actually legislate to the benefit of the local community are severely restricted. In short, the object of the exercise is get someone else to foot the bill for making the legislation work. While involved in Local Government, I met a lot of people who thought that Councils employed too many “desk-jockeys”! I would explain that while the outside crews they

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saw working around the Shire were mostly working for the ratepayers, the people in the office only spent about half of their time working for the community. The rest of their time was spent doing what amounts to the State’s dirty work. There’s nothing the Council can do about it. It’s legal. Just ask the people who make the laws! It’s devolution at work! Compliance is, essentially, ticking boxes. You tick all the right boxes and Government doesn’t have to employ people to tick them. A classic example is the GST. We fill in BAS forms and tell the ATO how much to tax us. It’s selfassessment and it saves a fortune in salaries. Most businesses don’t find this too onerous, but it takes time and may involve paying someone to do it. The same can be said for any form-filling exercise that the bureaucrats dream up. Someone has to pay for it and it’s not going to be the Government. The point I’m hoping to make is that the enormous sums of money that State and Federal Governments admit to extracting directly from the tax payer to conduct their dubious activities is not the whole story. Bureaucracy has a hidden cost that we all pay, either as rate-payers through our local government; as business operators, through various compliance requirements; or as individuals simply trying to do the right thing - by the book! Technology compounds the situation with all manner of Government agencies expecting us to go online, download forms, fill in surveys, tick more boxes just to make their job easier. You must admit, it all makes a person

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UNITING CHURCH (Marian Crew, 9575 1357)

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Gingin 1st Sunday of month 8 am 3rd Sunday of month 9.30 am

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CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP NONDENOMINATIONAL WORSHIP. (Jac 0412873447)

GINGIN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Cnr. Brockman & Robinson Streets, Gingin. Meeting: Every Sunday - 10 am Sunday School available Ph: Barry & Alison - 9575 3089 or Judy - 9577 2938 ANGLICAN PARISH WONGAN HILLS Kathy Barrett-Lennard kathybl@bordernet.com.au

St Peters Anglican Church Wongan Hills weekly Sun and Tuesdays 9am HOLY TRINITY PARISH NEW NORCIA Contact: Keith Hunt 96 548 013 or liz. payne1@reachnet.com.au

Thought for the month Tony Webb former editor Chittering Times.

Too good to be true. Corinthians C15:33 Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good morals.

A pre Christmas chat with an old friend encouraged me to reflect on an issue that concerns many of us. My friend was talking about a mutual acquaintance who we agreed was not as ethical as one should be. In fact this person was a wheeler dealer under the guise of everybody’s mate. One of those characters that can find a good bargain for you and always has something to offer. In the haste to obtain a bargain

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RAINFALL DATA

Recorded at New Norcia - Thanks to Father David This month Rain days

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March

58.2

38.8

April

May

June

July

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This year

Last year

20.39

130

90.6

32.4

28.03

192

123

47.4

242

149

74.6

41.6

81.8

324.4

190

95.2

82.2

90.2

420.8

273

August

87.4

69.2

69.7

508.2

361.8

September

29.6

19.6

61.1

115

541.8

361

October

25.7

5.6

24.9

128

567.5

367.4

November

2.6

24.4

24.9

129

570.1

391.8

December

9.3

6.4

11.0

684.9

447.9

January

122.4

71.8

122.4

71.8

WORDLINESS by Alex Douglas We have a new version of English spreading rapidly amongst us. It’s Textese! It grew out of people needing to use a keyboard quickly while conducting electronic conversations – texting! Despite objections from purists, our reliance on mobile phones means it’s here to stay. In fact, even the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has seen fit to include LOL (laugh out loud) and OMG (Oh, my God!) in its venerated pages. For those who would wish to move with the times, I offer this list of “commandments” for mobile phone use which I discovered on the internet. 1. u shall luv ur modilfone with all ur hart. many people gave little consideration to the origins of the product, while it is obvious that the transaction was to good to be true. My friend made two points. Number one, someone back down the line would have suffered and not received a fair price. The second point was that we should be wary of whom we keep company with, and not associate with those that would take advantage of the chance to profit The Bible in is quite clear on this point. Corinthians 15:33 Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good morals.” It is human nature to seek value for money, but we have to be careful in our pursuit of good stewardship of our money we do not err into bad habits and company. There is a fine line to follow as we must not be judgmental in our assessment of what is good company. However if there is the slightest doubt in your heart this

2. u and ur mobilfone shall neva b apart. 3. u shall nt lust aftr ur neigbrs fone nor thiev 4. u shall b prepard @ all times 2 tXt & 2 recv 5. u shall use LOL and othr acronyms inconversatns 6. u shall be zappy with ur ast*r*sks & exc!matns 7. u shall abrevi8 & rite words like theyr sed 8. u shall nt speak 2 sum1 face2face if u cn msg em instead 9. u shall nt shout in capitls XEPT IN DIRE EMERGNCY 10. u shall nt consult a ninglish dictnry should be the warning. The Robin Hood philosophy of robbing the rich to pay the poor is questionable and has no moral standing. Not only should we be prudent in our financial dealings, our general decision making should not be taken lightly. As much as we try to stand up for our principles there is always the question of compromise and often we look for reasons to justify our actions. A few years ago when I was in a community leadership role I found myself agreeing with decisions that in my heart of hearts I knew were unwise. With the benefit of hindsight I would have acted differently today, the truth will come out in the passage of time and as is often stated you reap what you sow.

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Pearce Flying Club is on the move

Pearce Community Toy Library AGM The Annual General Meeting is being held on Tuesday 28 February at 7pm at 62 North Avenue, Bullsbrook. All welcome.

CWA MOORA BRANCH AGM

If you would like to know the story behind this photo then come to the next meeting of Chittering Bindoon Branch of Country Women’s Association at CWA Room Bindoon Hall! Wednesday 15 February 2017 at 10.15am Women of all ages and children are welcome to a fun-filled year of serving the community,

fundraising and social outings, craft mornings, learning and sharing baking tips, choir and drama, home craft and Garden Day, International Day, catering for Bindoon Folk Concert in March, CWA Commemorative Park Bench Opening, Mother’s Day cake stall and much more. Contact Marg Trigg 9571 0610 Email: chitteringbindooncwa@ outlook.com & Facebook

MURRAY, Theresa Marie Dixie, Sharon, Shane, Desley, Gerard, Paul and families would like to sincerely thank everyone for attending mum’s funeral service and for the love and support we have received. The flowers, cards, phone calls and visits were a great comfort. We will cherish our memories.

Date: 8 March 2017 Time: 2.00pm Venue: Moora Museum, Clinch St Moora Followed by General Meeting New Members Welcome

MOORA HSTORICAL SOCIETY AGM DATE: 15 March 2017 Time: 3.00pm Venue: Moora Museum, Clinch St Moora. General Meeting 2.00pm All members please attend. New members welcome

Bullsbrook Netball Club AGM Wednesday 15 February, 7pm Pickett Park

Bindoon Agricultural Society AGM Monday 20 February, see below

After a combined total of 35 years at RAAF Bases Pearce and Gingin, the Pearce Flying Club (PFC) has relocated to Muchea. The club is no longer able to operate from their former facilities due to increased security and access restrictions. The club was founded in 1982, originally as an RAAF Welfare club, and operated from RAAF Pearce until it relocated to RAAF Gingin in 1998. It then changed to become a not-forprofit organization operating as Pearce Flying Club Inc. Since 1982 many local residents and RAAF personnel have enjoyed the opportunity to learn to fly the club’s general aviation aircraft at weekends and public holidays on a recreational basis. They have gained flying licences, maintained flying licences

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and undergone Aircraft Flight Reviews as required, and the club is proud to have given many in the community their wings. Meetings, workshops and competitions held by the club over the years have welcomed guests from all over the country and helped them improve their aviation skills and meet fellow enthusists. On Sunday, 29 January PCF officially moved its operations to Greenside, a private airstrip just north of Muchea where the club will continue to operate from in the future. Consisting of both civilian and defence personnel, PFC welcomes new members. If you are interested in joining PFC can be contacted by email on pearceflyingclub@outlook.com or PO Box 1066 Joondalup.

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A delicious seasonal pizza to try

Fig and Lavender Pizza Ingredients

2 cups sliced or quartered fresh figs 200 g goat cheese (I use Meredith goat cheese because it spreads well and is full of flavour) 5 or 6 sprigs of thyme (use dried if you don’t have fresh) 1 tsp dried lavender 1 medium size prebaked pizza base A drizzling of olive oil Pinch of sea salt

Preparation: Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Drizzle oil over the pizza base and then spread the cheese evenly over the top. Place the figs in any sort of pattern onto the goat cheese and drizzle with a bit more oil. Sprinkle with lavender, fresh thyme and salt, then place into the oven. After about 10 minutes the cheese will be melting and starting to bubble. The figs should be slightly wilted and changing in colour, remove from the oven. Slice into serving portions and eat while warm. If this is eaten as a dessert, drizzle a bit of honey over the top.

Provençal Chicken with olives

The creative crew at Jeanne d’Moore cafe in Moora have shared these sensational looking recipes for you to try over summer...

(poulet provençal avec olives)

For more fabulously french inspiration check out the blog http:// jeannedmoore.com.au/blog/french-friday/

Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts or 8 thighs 2 tblsp plain flour 1 tblsp Dijon mustard 3 tblsp olive oil 4 onions roughly chopped 120 ml dry sherry mixed with 150 ml chicken stock 1 tblsp red wine vinegar 20 green olives 1 tsp herbs de Provence 1/2 cup chopped parsley Salt and pepper Preparation: Preheat oven to 160 degrees. Coat the base of a pan with oil. Cut thighs or breasts into 4 pieces and coat lightly in flour. Brown over medium heat in batches. Put them into an ovenproof dish.

Place onions and olives on top of the chicken. Combine the sherry, mustard, herbs de Provence, red wine vinegar and chicken stock. Pour this mixture over the chicken, and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top, cover with a lid or foil, and cook in the oven for an hour.

In season in February

Fruit... melons, grapes,figs, mangoes, peaches, nectarines and plums Vegetables... Beans,

capsicums, corn, tomatos, squash, pumpkins, zucchinis, cucumbers and eggplant

Fresh approach for Bindoon Farmers’ Market Bindoon Farmers’ Market will return to Clune Park each month starting on Sunday 26 February from 8.30 – 12.30.

The markets are a monthly destination for people to purchase fresh in season produce. The change in location in 2016 saw the markets grow and the committee have appointed a new coordinator to help the markets grow even bigger and better in 2017. Each market will be unique with a range of fruit and veggies, plants and homemade goods with an abundance of in season produce. “People want to buy in season local produce and the Bindoon Farmers

Market is the perfect setting for this,” says Molly Ferrier Bindoon Farmers’ Market coordinator, “We want the markets to showcase the wide variety of products the area has to offer. We are encouraging small scale sellers to get in touch about attending the markets, even if they can only attend once or twice a year with seasonal produce. In December our first time apricot stall sold so much they had to go and get more stock! We would love to hear from summer produce growers such as avocadoes and mangoes to attend our February market.” The markets are also seeking food vendors or community groups interesting in doing a fundraising

BBQ to get in touch. All enquiries for the market can be directed to Molly Ferrier at bindoonfarmersmarket@gmail. com you can keep up to date with all the market dates by liking their facebook page.

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Jeanne d’Moore shop and cafe serves delicious fresh-inspired food in a delightful casual setting on the east side of town at 97 Gardiner St, Moora. A beautiful range of gifts is also available.

Open from 7am to 5pm all week long and from 9am to 2pm on Saturdays.

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February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month •O varian cancer is the growth of abnormal cells in one or both ovaries. Left untreated, ovarian cancer can spread to other parts of the body. •O varian cancer is the 9th most common cancer affecting women in Australia and the leading cause of gynaecological cancer deaths in Australia. Each year in Australia, approx. 1300 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer approx.1000 women die. •7 0% of women with ovarian cancer are diagnosed at an advanced stage of disease. •O nly 40% women with ovarian cancer survive five years beyond their diagnosis. Risk factors: •G etting older: women over 50 are more likely to develop ovarian cancer than younger women (average age at diagnosis is 63). However, ovarian cancer can affect women of all ages. • Inheriting a faulty gene (gene mutation) increases the risk of ovarian cancer. •H aving a strong family history of ovarian cancer, breast cancer, or some other cancers, including bowel and endometrial cancer. It is important to remember that only around 5-10% of all ovarian cancers are due to inherited factors. •E ndometriosis: when the tissue lining of the uterus (the endometrium) is found outside the uterus.

Free after-hours GP service to be trialled in country WA A free telephone and video after-hours GP service will be trialled in country WA to help with demand for doctors over the busy summer season. The trial will run until Friday 31 March 2017 and will complement regular local GP services, providing a service when your regular GP is unavailable. The 1800-call-a-doc GP will inform your

Youth mental health first aid course The Midwest Yellow Ribbon for Life, a community based prevention of suicide program, are running a youth mental first aid course at Headspace in Geraldton on the 7th and 8th of March. The course teaches first aid skills for adults to give initial help to youth experiencing mental health problems, in a mental health crisis situation or in the early stages of presenting with a mental health illness. The cost of the training is $250 and registration forms must be received by 12pm on 23rd February. For further details or to register, please contact Kate Rickerby on 9921 4895 or email myyellowribbon@ westnet.com.au

• Hormonal factors such as early puberty, late menopause or the long-term use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). • Your risk of ovarian cancer is increased if you smoke, are overweight or obese, don’t exercise, drink alcohol or have a poor diet. Symptoms Ovarian cancer can be difficult to diagnose in its early stages as symptoms can be non-specific or similar to those of other diseases. Symptoms include: • a swollen, bloated abdomen • pressure, discomfort or pain in the abdomen • heartburn, nausea and bloating • changes in toilet habits (e.g. constipation, diarrhoea, frequent urination due to pressure, increased flatulence) • tiredness and loss of appetite •unexplained weight loss or weight gain • changes in your menstrual pattern or postmenopausal bleeding • pain during sex It is important to know these symptoms, but it is equally important to know ovarian cancer often develops without symptoms. What’s more, having these symptoms does not mean you have ovarian cancer, as they may be caused by other conditions. However, if you do have any of these symptoms you should see your doctor as soon as possible. regular GP of your treatment – with your consent. The service offers experienced Australianbased GPs who can provide advice, diagnosis, treatment and prescriptions for a range of conditions including: fever, vomiting, dehydration, cold and flu, pain and infections. 1800-call-a-doc is a partnership between Telstra ReadyCare, the WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA), and the WA Country Health Service (WACHS). It is supported with funding from the Southern Inland Health Initiative through Royalties for Regions.

Don’t Drive Drowsy! During the summer most people will consider their alcohol consumption and how it may affect their driving. However, many people don’t realise that medicines can also affect driving. We all know alcohol can slow our reflexes, but many medicines can do this too. If your driving skills are compromised by medicine side effects, you may cause an accident and risk death or injury to yourself or others. Other risks include fines, property damage, and loss of licence, or even time in jail. Traffic accidents are a major cause of death and disability in Australia, particularly at this time of year. In 2013 there were 1,192 road deaths in Australia. Traffic accidents account for nearly two-thirds of all serious injury. The annual economic cost of traffic accidents in Australia is estimated at $27 billion. Traffic accidents are devastating not only for victims, but society as a whole. One study conducted in 2009 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse found that 18% of fatally injured drivers tested positive for at least one illicit, prescription, or over-the-counter medicine. This had increased from 13% in 2005. Many over-the-counter (OTC) medicines including antihistamines for allergy, and prescription medicines such as opioid pain relievers and benzodiazepines (for anxiety or sleep disorders) come with warnings against the operation of machinery – including motor vehicles – for a specified period of time after use. This is because these medicines can impair driving and make traffic accidents much more likely. Drowsiness is just one side effect that can affect our driving skills. Some medicines can make us dizzy, lightheaded or faint. They can cause us to be angry or aggressive (mood changes), or to feel sick or shaky. They may cause blurred or double vision and slow our reaction times.

Your local pharmacy at Bindoon and Gingin is your health destination. Your pharmacist can provide advice on which medicines may affect your driving. When starting any new prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicine always check with your pharmacist about the possible side effects. If the side effects of your medicine do affect driving, ask your pharmacist if there is an alternative. For example, there are now antihistamines for allergy that are less sedating. The New South Wales Centre for Road Safety makes the following suggestions: Look for and follow instructions on medicine warning labels; Ask your pharmacist or doctor to explain anything you do not understand about your medicine/s; Read the consumer medicines information (CMI) leaflet available for most prescription medicines; Arrange another form of transport – call a cab, ask a friend or relative for help, or use public transport For your own safety: Don’t drive unless you are fit to do so; Don’t stop taking your prescribed medicine if your driving is affected – cease driving and talk to your doctor or pharmacist about an alternative; Don’t take more or less of the prescribed dose unless recommended by your doctor; Don’t take another person’s medicine; Don’t consume alcohol with any medicine; Don’t drive if you have missed a dose of medicine that controls symptoms which affect your driving. For more detail, you can get an informative Fact Card titled Medicines and driving from Bindoon and Gingin Pharmacy. Article provided by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia.

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Setting up generations

University entrance through a tip school in Cambodia Kat Eggleston

It’s that time when things get a bit hectic in the lead-up to the new school year in Australia! Some of the things whirling around in my mind: the logistics of having four primary school aged kids going to three different schools, buying iPads, wondering if my kindy kid who goes on alternate Wednesdays starts next Wednesday or not, being at home alone for the first time as an adult because my baby will be in kindy, wondering if I’m normal because I don’t feel sad in the slightest, and should I be concerned that I’m overflowing with joy because this day has almost arrived!? I’m sure a lot of mums have a lot on their mind at the moment and it can be stressful! School in Cambodia I’ve just come back from a trip to Cambodia to see the incredible work of World Vision in the field, and I can’t help but think about a school I visited while I was there. The school is located on a rubbish tip, and run by volunteers. It is run by Mr B, a local teacher and father of two, who is passionate about transforming his community. The classroom was actually Mr B’s father-inlaw’s house. There were many poor families in the area, drug addiction and violence, and yet somehow Mr B’s school was the gateway for three (so far) young people to attend university! One of the university students who was previously a pupil at Mr B’s school, is now volunteering by teaching the kindergarten students how to read and write. Setting up and running the school has come at a huge personal cost to Mr B and his family. Mr B’s wife has to work at a local

garment factory making clothes, and didn’t get paid much. She is frustrated because Mr B could be earning more money if he was getting paid to teach elsewhere, and then she wouldn’t have to work long hours and their family could have a better life. I was lucky enough to visit the kindergarten class. I played some nursery rhymes like ‘ABC’ and ‘Twinkle Twinkle’, which the kids already knew and they sang along. They didn’t speak a word of English, but it was amazing how it didn’t matter that we couldn’t understand each other, because music is like a magical universal language that connects us all. School Costs It costs around $500 per month to cover the costs of running the school. Mr B’s school isn’t funded by any organisations. It is funded by donations from a handful of generous Australians. There was a shrine consisting of framed pictures of the supporters on the wall of the school. The Aussie World Vision supporters that I visited with were so inspired that some of us decided to sponsor Mr B’s school for a month each. After that experience, I’ll NEVER complain about anything to do with my kids’ education again. Yes things can always be improved. Your child may get a teacher they don’t like. You might not like the principal. You might be worried about the cost of private school fees. You might not be a morning person. The morning rush can be stressful. Working and school pickups can be a juggling act. Hope for the Future It’s easy for us to think, oh well, that’s just how it is in some countries. But we have to remember that only 40 years ago the Khmer Rouge literally targeted, tortured and killed teachers, and that over a million people died in the genocide! It is absolutely horrific that a secondary school was transformed into a torture prison under the rule

Kat Eggleston aka Ezereve is a singersongwriter and mother of four. She is passionate about parenting issues and has started a blog called ‘Setting up Generations’ We will be printing excerps from the blog each month in the NVN

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of Pol Pot, who was basically the Cambodian version of Hitler! Children in Cambodia today would have had grandparents that were killed, and consequently their parents would have suffered. So it is really inspiring to see young people going to university and finally replacing the teachers that were lost only 40 years ago. It was a privilege to meet unsung heroes like Mr B who were willing to give up a prosperous life so that they could be an agent of change. And I can only imagine how proud he must’ve been to see the children he nurtured become teachers and nurture the next generation. There is hope for a better future for these precious children! Beyond Blessed No matter how hard it seems, we are lucky. Our teachers are paid. Our school is not built on a rubbish dump. If our kids really want to work hard to go to university, they can through the public system. It’s not perfect, but on a global scale, the opportunities our kids have in Australia are incredible and I am just so grateful. So as we begin the new school year, please stop and take a moment to really appreciate it. The truth is that we are very blessed! If you’d like to make a difference in the world you can donate to World Vision. I don’t receive anything for endorsing World Vision, I’ve just supported this wonderful organisation since I was a child doing the 40 Hour Famine, and continue to support it to this day.

The ninth annual Ledge Point sandcastle competition on Saturday 28 January was a popular beach outing for families from all over the region. Gingin mum Deanne Joubert and her three children took out first prize in the open category with their fabulous prehistoriclooking fish, and won $200 for

their trouble. The kids also scouped another cash prize in a junior section. “It really was a beautiful, well organised morning and the kids all had a fantastic time,” she said, “The generous cash prizes offered by the Shire of Gingin were an absolute bonus!”

A progressive move by Guildford Grammar School broadens educational options for the region The recent announcement that Guildford Grammar School will transition to a fully coeducational environment from 2018 is welcome news to many regional families.

that is also piqued interest.

The traditional all-boys school was established in 1896, making it one of the oldest schools in the state. It’s position on the Swan river flats in Guildford has made it a popular choice for farming families whose first port of call for shopping and supplies is nearby Midland.

“Many parents with sons and daughters are keen to see them continue their education in an environment that values diversity and better prepares students for their life after school,” he said.

Headmaster Stephen Webber said co-education would better prepare boys and girls for life beyond school.

The decision is a game-changer for many families who have both girls and boys at boarding school, who can now attend the same school – making a huge difference in driving time from the country. A good boarding school is also a viable alternative to the increasing number of families who ‘split’ leaving dad to run the farm, while mum spends Monday to Friday in the city with the children. A daily bus service to the school from Muchea and south means the school is accessible for day students from as far north as Bindoon and Gingin, but it’s the progressive nature of the decision

Several other co-ed private schools are commutable from the southern part of the Northern Valleys region, including Swan Valley Anglican College and Swan Christian College in the Swan Valley and Peter Moyne in Quinns Rock. Boarding schools St Bridgets and Mazenod in the hills have also been popular choices for country residents. With dwindling numbers for upper secondary years limiting subject choices and peer group diversity at the regional public high schools in Moora, Gingin and Bullsbrook many parents in the area consider private education the only viable option – an additional financial strain for rural families!

Are your kids bored with their toys? Don’t buy new ones – you can borrow them from the toy library! Open every Friday morning from 8.30am - 10.30am and the first Saturday of each month (same hours).

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Visiting your GP… Tips for the average bloke!

Cricket Report for Country Week 2017

The Regional Men’s Health Initiative Phone: 08 9690 2277 Email: menshealth@4blokes.com.au www.regionalmenshealth.com.au

We often talk to blokes about the importance of visiting their GP for a routine service visit or ‘check-up’ regardless of whether they feel unwell or not. These visits help you to stay health aware and if you do have particular risk factors, such as a family history of a certain disease, then regular check-ups may help your doctor pick up early warning signs. For example, high blood pressure may be an early warning sign of cardiovascular disease. I recently had my check up and I guess having a medical background puts me at a bit of an advantage when it comes to this sort of stuff, but for a lot of blokes it can be a bit of a daunting and at times confusing process. First and foremost I think there are a lot of benefits in having a regular doctor and practice that you visit. This gives you the opportunity to build a relationship over time, to the point where you are more comfortable talking openly about things. Your doctor gets to know you and will have a better understanding of your health needs and concerns. Your medical history also stays under the one roof making it easier to keep things up to date. With the average GP consultation time being around 10 to 15 minutes it’s important that you have a fairly clear idea of what you want to talk about (write a check list starting with the most concerning issue). Usually for two or more health issues you will need to book a longer consultation time. Be prepared! For a general health check, your doctor will want to talk to you about a range of stuff including your medical history, your family’s history, your lifestyle, diet, weight and how much you exercise. Be honest about your health and your concerns and most of all, don’t worry too much about being embarrassed. Doctors are usually very difficult people to shock and more than likely have seen or heard it all before. We all need to take responsibility for our own health and wellbeing. A lot of guys I talk to have no idea of what their blood pressure is normally or what it means for that matter. Get to know your normal parameters and other things like your cholesterol and PSA (Prostate specific antigen) blood tests so you can engage in conversation with your GP about them. It often helps to keep your own record of results and a list of any medications you may be on and what they are for.

As we get older we inevitably encounter the increased risk of developing particular health issues such as prostate issues (over 45 years). Most GPs are pretty good at prompting us

South Midlands Cricket Association were represented by 3 teams this year at Men’s Country Week Cricket held from the 15th 20th January. Top side played in B Grade, 2nd side in C Grade, and as there was no E Section this year due to lack of numbers the 3rd side competed in D Section. Top side combined well to finish 2nd in their pool with 3 wins and /2 losses, 2nd side finished 3rd in their pool on percentage also having 3 wins and / 2 losses. and uUnfortunately the 3rd side weren’tside wasn’t able to notch up a win for the week – up against some stiff competition. Results from round 1 -– 15 th of January SMCA 1 -– 8/224 (cc) C Smith 90, W Roe 55, J Edwards 23, def. Avon 10/166 . Lewis Roe bowled exceptionally well to claim 5/3 off 7, J Edwards 2/23 off 6 and L George 2/34 off 8 were the other wicket takers. SMCA 2 – - 10/96 A Groves 42no, B Pietraszek 35 were defeated by Fortescue 10 /127. D Glover was the dDestroyer with the ball taking 7 wickets ( 1 ct + Bbowled, 3 bowled, 2 LBW’s and one caught in the field ) for 16 off 8 overs. P Berenger also bowled tight to take 2/16 off 9 overs. Between Glover and Berenger the opposition went from 2 for 97 in the 19th over to 9/101 in the 25th over. SMCA 3 – - 10/64 M Parn 15, M Pringle 13, K Taylor 10 were def. by Peel CA 5 - – 8/200 with M Parn 3/52 off 13, J Mattingly 2/36 off 9 and C Moore 2/39 off 14 been the wicket takers for SMCA. Results from Round 2 – - 16 th of January

SMCA 1 – - 10/183 C Smith 46, A Martin 34, J Edwards 29, L Roe 26, were def. by Peel CA 2 – - 10/264 with C Yates 5/46 off 15.2, J Edwards 3/69 off 14 and K John Furnace 2/34 off 9 taking the wickets for SMCA. SMCA 2 – - 5/177 J Furnace 48, N Willesse 41, D Travaskis 39, P Berenger 19no, D Summers 19 def. UGSCA 10/140 with F Roe taking 4/42 off 12, D Glover 2/41 off 12.3 and P Berenger 2/10 off 7 SMCA’s wicket takers. SMCA 3 – - 10/109 C Maughan 40, M Pringle 21, J Mullins 14no, were def. by Busselton Margaret River 3 – - 10/152 C Moore 4/43 off 12.3, J Mullins 3/34 off 11, J Mattingly 2/24 off 11. Results from Round 3 – - 17th of January SMCA 1 – - 10/114 A Martin 21, P Hayman 18no, W Roe 12, A Martinovich 12 were def. by Warren Blackwood CA 1 9/248(cc) with L George 3/66 off 15, C Yates 2/25 off 11 overs taking the wickets for SMCA. SMCA 2 – - 2 /244 A Groves 57, B Pietraszek 39, J Furnace 37, D Glover 27, D Travaskis 25, P Berenger 18no, K George 12, def. Warren Blackwood 10/32 after 24.3 overs forcing the follow on. Unfortunately for Souths falling 2 wickets short 8/ 35 off 22 overs. D John Furnace 3/6 off 7, F Roe 2/9 off 8, P Berenger 2/1 off 1.3 overs in the first innings and B Pietraszek 4/10 off 4, P Berenger 3/12 off 4 and A Groves 1/0 off 4 in the 2nd innings. SMCA 3 – - 10/80 C Maughan 24, C Richards 16, T Dean 10 were def. by Peel CA 4 – - 9/ 308(cc) with J Mullins 2/32 off 7 the

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only double wicket taker. Results from Round 4 – - 19th of January SMCA 1 10/159 L Roe 69, C Yates 54, P Hayman 11, def. Esperance CA 1 – 10/109 with L Roe 3/6 off 7, K John Furnace 2/8 off 6 .and W Roe 2/30 off 13 wicket takers. SMCA 2 – - 10/162 D John Furnace 67no, N Willesee 28, P Berenger 17, D Travaskis 14, J Furnace 14, def. Esperance CA 2 – - 10/85 with D Glover 4/12 of 12.1, F Roe 2/14 off 8, D John Furnace 2/26 off 7 the leading wicket takers in this game. SMCA 3 – - 10/108 K Embling 36, M Pringle 28, J Mullins 13 were def. by Northam CA 2 – - 8/131(cc) with J Mullins 3/20 off 12 and C Richards 2/24 off 4 the wicket takers for SMCA. Results from Round 5 -– 20 th of January SMCA 1 – - 2/99 (dec ) A Martin 31no, C Yates 28, W Roe 27 def. Busselton Margaret River CA 2 10/86 with J Edwards 3/7 off 6 overs, K John Furnace 3/26 off 8 and C Yates 2/23 off six taking the wickets. SMCA 2 – - 10/154 D jJohn Furnace 30, F Roe 29, J Abbott 29, K George 16, D Glover 16, D Travaskis 14 were def.eated by Collie 6/164 (dec) with D John Furnace 3/23 off 7 the only double wicket taker. SMCA 3 – - 10/132 C Richards 28, M Pringle 27, K Embling 25, T Locker 20 were def. by Bunbury &and Districts CA 4 – - 8/136 with J Dale 3/30 off 9, CMaughan 3/31 off 13 the double wicket takers for SMCA.

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Sport... Join the Moora parkrun

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Moora parkrun is a free 5km run / walk held in Apex park at 8am every Saturday morning. “Parkrun is a really inclusive event where runners and walkers can come along and you are timed if you want to be. I think the fact that it is every weekend is the best thing as you know that there will always be someone there to run/walk with!” Says Bronwyn Fox who started up the Moora run.

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It’s triathlon season in the Northern Valleys! Did you know that there are four triathlon events in our region in February and March? There’s never been a better time to get into training whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a beginner. You can swim, cycle and run your way through the rest of the summer, get fit along the way and most importantly

Moora Football Club Pre-season training will start in February and so keep an eye on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ MooraFootballClub for dates. Our first fixtured game for the season will be at Jurien Sunday 9th April.

have fun and enjoy the great outdoors. The season kicks off at Lancelin on 19 February, followed by a competition in Jurien Bay on 26 February. In March, The Gingin triathlon is on the 12th and Moora’s is on the 19th. See above for details on how to register, or contact the relevant shire.

Chittering Junior Football Club Registrations 08:30 AM until 05:00 PM Registrations are now open for Juniors (Yr 3 to Yr 6) & Youth (Yr 7 to Yr 12) Go to www.chitteirngjfc.sportingpulse. net to register.

You can read more about the idea behind parkrun (which happens on Saturday mornings in parks all over the world) at www. parkrun.com.au. To join the Moora group check out their facebook page, Moora parkrun.

Gingin Reds to host Pink Stumps Day The Gingin Reds Cricket Club were to have played their first ever McGrath Foundation Pink Stumps Game in the South Midlands Cricket Association on Sunday the 29th of January at the Gingin Oval, but alas the weather was against them with the game having to be cancelled due to rain. The club decided to put their hand up and hold the event as breast cancer has impacted the lives of several players whether within their families or through friends and colleagues, which is common amongst nearly all rural communities. The aim of the McGrath Foundation is to provide physical, psychological and emotional support to those individuals and families who have been affected by a breast cancer diagnosis. The major way they achieve this is through the placement of specialist nurses into areas where they can provide this support to people for free, particularly in rural areas. Although Sunday’s game had to be cancelled, Saturday saw the return of the ‘Beermullah v Townies’ game which goes back some 40-odd years in history and is played, as the name

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suggests, between members of the Beermullah farming area (with the odd ring-in) and a team of Gingin townies. With players ranging in age from 16 to some who have celebrated the half century of life and ability ranging from current Gingin Reds to backyard sloggers it was a a fun-filled game played under trying hot conditions. The Townies came out on top thanks to the efforts Jeff ‘Chriso’ Christensen in a typically swashbuckling innings with the bat, and Brad ‘Bear’ Gresele the destroyer with the ball. The highlight of the day (apart from the standard of cricket) was that nearly $1500 was raised for cancer charities so all participants should be congratulated. The Gingin Reds are hoping to reschedule their Pink Stumps Day as they are currently on top of the ladder and should attain a home final if they can maintain their position. A hat signed by the BBL06 Champions Perth Scorchers team as well as the Channel 10 commentary team is also available to bid on with all proceeds going to the McGrath Foundation. Bids can be made by contacting Craig Maughan 0400 209 611 or Brad Groves 0498 008 157, or donations made online at https:// pinkstumpsday2017.gofundraise.com.au

SOUTH MIDLANDS NETBALL ASSOCIATION EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST For the 2017 season (May) for players in: GINGIN, MUCHEA, BINDOON, LOWER CHITTERING, CHITTERING, MOORE RIVER, WANNAMAL, MOOLIABEENEE AND CALINGIRI for Saturday competition. Category

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For further information: Heather Dewar (President) 0427 752 041 Amy McAuliffe (Secretary) 0400 298 884 Email form to: smna.secretary@hotmail.com

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It’s YOUR community...

Local legends back in the saddle to raise money for breast cancer Tamieka Preston

On March 26, Sharron McCarthy – legendary Barrel Racing competitor and our 1st Australian Rodeo Queen – will join a group of daring ladies in dusting off their hats and spurs and heading back into the ring to raise money for Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA). The Hopes n Dreams Pink Lady Barrel Classic will be held in Gingin as the Western contingent of what founder Carina Stephens hopes will become an Australia-wide, annual event. “When I woke up one morning and decided Australia need a Barrel Classic that raises money for Breast Cancer Network Australia, I called Sharron,” said event organiser Carina Stephens, “She was the first person to come to mind to co-ordinate this event to the West.” Sharron, who lives in Gingin, comes from a long line of rodeo champions and is the

mother of former Australian Champion Bullrider Wade McCarthy. Now a grandmother, Sharron spends more time judging competitions than competing, however this event will see her back in the saddle alongside many other talented ladies for a great cause. Carina, who is based in NSW, lost her own mother to a rare form of cancer and is determined to help others as a result. “Breast Cancer can be beat. It is just going to take money and science and those who dare to defeat it!!” she says. “The Classic is open to all ladies and men over 40 years of age who have a passion for barrel racing. This is the age bracket where breast cancer becomes a real concern and many of us have been touched by breast cancer and this event will raise both money and awareness to help.” To qualify each competitor must raise a minimum of $250 for BCNA via the gofundraise webpage, and many have already tallied much more. The inaugral event in Dalby last year raised just under $4,000 with only 6 riders and only 6 weeks to raise it. Gingin has impressed BCNA by already passing that amount and could reach $5,000. Carina hopes to raise $12,000 over the WA, QLD and NSW events this year.

Sharron McCarthy – legendary barrel-racer will compete in the Hopes n Dreams Pink Lady Barrel Classic in Gingin on 26 March.

Moora wonder-woman Wendy Harris is leading the tally so far with $660 already pledged towards the cause which is close to her heart. “Cancer has impacted my family twice and I have seen first hand the devastation and felt the loss of a loved

Margaret Jolly from Breast Cancer Network Australia, Carina Stephens and Sharron McCarthy at Hopes n Dreams Pink Lady Barrel Classic 2016 - Dalby. Photo courtesy of Wayne Pratt photography.

one. This is very important to me to raise money to find a cure so other families can be spared this heart ache.” Muchea mum Julie Collins is usually cheering on her successful kids Jack and Samantha from the sidelines but will join the action for the Classic. “I registered for Hopes and Dreams firstly to get myself motivated to barrel race again and secondly, a friend of mine has cancer and to raise money for any type of cancer is motivation in itself!” she says.

The Northern Valleys the Classic, it will be a News is proud to be a great day out with some buckle sponsor of this exciting action to watch. fantastic event and urges everyone who is able to jump onto the website and donate, even a small amount, to sponsor one of these riders. Don’t forget to put 26 March in your diary as well – it’s bound to be a great show and with a full events schedule as well as To donate go to: https://hopesndreamsginginwa. gofundraise.com.au and follow the event on facebook

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Hunta Gallacher and her horse, It wasn’t me, competing at Nowra, NSW in December. Photo A McIlrick Images

Hunta crowned Champion All Round Junior Cowgirl

Fourteen-year-old Hunta Gallacher of Bullsbrook has been crowned Australian Champion Junior All Round Cowgirl at the recent ABCRA National Championships held in Tamworth on the last weekend in January. Hunta has spent the past year in the eastern states training and competing to achieve her goal, based at the stables of champion barrel racer Bianca Hertel in Coonamble, NSW. “Pretty proud to walking away with an Australian title. The first Western Australia

Junior ever to win an Australian title – dreams really do come true,” she said.

“It was her year to do it, it’s her last year in the 11-14 category so it was a great opportunity,” said mum Jodie Gallacher – a former rodeo competitor herself. Hunta narrowly pipped at the post winner of the day at the the Ironman 4x4 ABCRA National Finals Junior Rodeo, Polly Gardner, with an overall points total of 128 points accumulated over the year.

Points for the All Round Champion are accrued from both barrel racing and roping events, but the year ten student at Bullsbrook Senior High School says the high speed barrels are her favourite. Now back in WA for the new school year, Hunta will be the one cheering her mum on 26 March when she gets back in the saddle to raise money for breast cancer in the Hopes n Dreams Pink Lady Barrel Classic – see p 27.

In late breaking news, Cowboy Gerard ‘Westy’

Oversby has won the 2016 ABCRA National Rodeo All Round Champion Cowboy. Gerard is originally from Bindoon, where his family of sucessful rodeo riders includes older brothers Alister and Laurence Oversby, and sister-inlaw Amanda who run the sucessful Bindoon Show rodeo each year. Twenty-seven year-old Gerard has been based in Woolbrook, NSW and will now head off to Canada to compete as Australia’s top Bullrider. What an amazing amount of talent we have grown over here in WA!

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