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Frank Butler leaves a legacy

Almost 11 months after the construction of the Frank Butler Community Centre began; the doors were opened for the first time last Wednesday. Shire of Roebourne president Fiona WhiteHartig said she was excited at the prospect of what this Community Centre really means for the town and those who live here. “For the parents who will spend hours in the kiosk and canteens as their children play sport on the oval,” she said.

Pic: Cutting the ribbon with Shire president Fiona White-Hartig, Frank Butler’s niece Deb Piggott and Minister for Sport and Rec Terry Waldron. Photo courtesy of Margaret Bertling

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The Art Trail traces locations that are of cultural significance throughout the Shire of Roebourne. It celebrates the history of artistic growth in the community, of which the Cossack art Award has been a part of over the last 20 years. There are 20 sites to celebrate 20 years of the Award. Pick up your free map and get ready for a self-guided cultural journey around the region.

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Nickol Bay Naturalist Club By Jenny Fox The Nickol Bay Naturalist Club was a not for profit community group catering for those interested in flora and fauna and the environment. It was formed back in the early 80’s by a group of like-minded individuals, some of whose careers were environmentally based. The club provided opportunities for

volunteers to participate in outings/ excursions, environmental projects, group discussions etc. but was wound down back in 2006, when some of the key organisers left town. For some time now there has been discussion about getting the group up and running again so a meeting date has been organised for 7pm on Wednesday, July 4 at Welcome Lotteries House in Morse Court, Karratha.

Expressions of interest are being sought from anyone (including families) with a love of the environment who would like to get together on a monthly basis for a couple of hours (not including excursions) to discuss and learn about topics of interest. Ideas will also be sought for the planning stages. For any further details ring Jenny on 91831469.

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WA Governor checks out town By Courtney Bertling The WA Governor took time from his busy schedule to organise a series of regional visits, including Karratha, to see what it is like in the area. The focus of the visit was to look at schools, agriculture and initiatives from both big companies and small businesses in the area. WA Governor, Malcolm McCusker, said it is easy enough to sit back in Perth and read the paper, but you don’t get a real grip on it. “It’s not until you come here and see the incredible scale of the activities that are taking place,” he said. “This at the moment is the epicenter of the Western Australian industry and of Australia.” During his visit, some of the places the Governor stopped in at included Woodside, Rio Tinto, the Burrup Peninsular to check out the rock art and also Aurora Algae. Aurora Algae founder Mathew Caspari said that this major visit would give him a chance to talk to the Governor about the plans on expanding the site. “I think there is a very good interest from the Government of what we are doing, the support from the Government in the beginning has just continued to grow,” he said. “We have been able to show

some people the project in the past, and having the Governor come is a really big deal for us, so we are very pleased to show him around.” Mr Caspari said that Aurora Algae is very unique and he was excited to show the Governor the work that they are doing. “It’s really exciting and we view it as a new agricultural background,” he said. “We will show the Governor the whole facility start to finish, but one of our highlights is our control system, so the process to actually highly automated. “It is a more technologyadvanced project than people might think. “It’s not just some algae growing in some pond; it’s a very controlled operation to how we grow the algae.” The WA Governor said Aurora Algae is a very good facility and it is very heartening to see that we have other industries that are developing here apart from simply mining resources. “I am impressed by the amount of technology that has gone into the project,” he said. “There is at least three different areas of expertise, that is something that hasn’t been done before.” Aurora Algae will begin stage one of their 400ha expansion project mid-2013.

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Wednesday, June 27 was a very busy day for Karratha with the announcement of the Hilton Hotel, the commencement of Karratha City of the North and Pelago East. HILTON HOTEL Ever want to live like Paris Hilton? Well here’s your chance. The luxury Hilton hotel chain has confirmed it will open a resort in Karratha. The hotel will be Australia’s first under the Double Tree branding. See page 3 of the Pilbara Property Guide liftout.

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I love ancient history. For instance, back in 2008 when I originally wrote this poem, texting with abbreviations was still a tad newish. Not totes, but sorta. Five years later and I’m still struggling to cope with the fact that the past tense version of the verb “to text” is generally accepted as “texted”. Urgh. Would much prefer “I text, you text, we all text and last week we just sent a normal message by standing in front of someone talking”. See below for poem translation.

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There will be a Bright Blue Event held in Dampier at the Community Hall on Saturday, July 28, 2012.

Karratha Police received a report last week where a person went to a residence to clean the pool. Once he had finished cleaning the pool he walked out the front to get in his car. When he walked to his car he saw that his car door was wide open and his valuables that he had left inside his car had been moved. He had left his mobile phone and his wallet in the unlocked car. It only takes a few minutes for an offender to walk past and try a car door handle to see if it is unlocked and only seconds for them to steal anything inside. In this case the offenders stole the mobile phone and ran away before being spotted by the owner.

Parental Translation: “What are you doing Taylor?” “Managed to get locked in the ladies’ at work and am late for a meeting.” “That’s hilarious! Got to go. Bye.” “Thanks a lot!”

These kinds of offences will continue to happen around Karratha unless you lock your car. Don’t let these privacy invading offences happen to you, lock you car and home before it’s too late.

Bright Blue is a not-for-profit, public ancillary fund, established by WA Police Commissioner Karl O’Callaghan in March 2011. The mission is to raise money and allocate 100% of donations towards purchasing specialised medical equipment for both research and direct treatment in helping sick kids throughout WA and beyond on an annual basis. A number of Police Officers along with Pilbara District’s, Inspector Kevin Dale and Dampier Police’s Officer In Charge, Sergeant Dave Loverock will participate in a 3800km fundraising motorcycle ride across the country. Bright Blue has raised $500,000 over the past two years to help sick children in WA. Help us support the cause and come along to the Dampier Community Hall on Saturday, July 28, it is just $80 a ticket. If you would like any more information or would like to buy a ticket please attend Karratha Police Station or contact Kellie on 0400 621 672.

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President’s Message Welcome to another news update from the Shire of East Pilbara. Please note that parking fees will be introduced to all short and long term car parks at Newman Airport during July 2012. This will require patrons who chose to use these car parks to pay for this privilege against Council approved rates. A phased introduction of fees will be introduced as of 1000am on Saturday 30 June 2012. As of that time and date patrons will have to follow the procedures for access and exit as explained above although actual payment will not be required during this time. However, access tickets will still have to be processed through a pay station before exit out of a car park can be gained. AS OF MIDNIGHT ON 21 July 2012 ACTUAL PAYMENT WILL BE REQUIRED TO EXIT RESPECTIVE CAR PARKS. The implementation of parking fees has been necessitated by the increasing demand for short and long term parking at Newman Airport, and the associated high cost involved in establishing and maintaining such facilities. If you are planning to visit Newman Airport in the near future please read the related costs associated with parking fees in this news update to ensure you are prepared for your visit. And even though it’s winter there are plenty of activities for our young people at the Newman Youth Centre. Please see the updated July schedule for the centre in this update. Also, Kiripirna Park has recently been opened for all residents and visitors to Newman to enjoy. Located next to the Newman Aquatic Centre this beautiful space is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity. Perhaps I’ll see you there. Lynne Craigie – Shire President

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Councillors Meet and Greet at Saturday 14 July 2012 Newman Boulevard Shopping Centre Time: 10AM-12PM Council Meeting at Newman Council Chambers Friday 27th July 2012 starting at 10:00 am

Kiripirna Park Opens Sacred rocks that were previously removed from a site of cultural signiﬁcance to the Nyiyaparli people have now been replaced and are now the focal point of the redeveloped Kiripirna Park during which is now open for all to enjoy. Although two replacement rocks were used instead of the originals the site has signiﬁcant cultural connections to the Nyiyaparli people who allowed the rocks to be placed permanently in the park grounds as part of the redevelopment.

Newman Aquatic Centre Newman Aquatic Centre is open all year. Current hours for winter are: Monday CLOSED Tuesday 1:00pm - 7:00pm Wednesday 7:30am – 1:30pm Thursday 1:00pm - 7:00pm Friday 1:00pm - 7:00pm Saturday 10:00am – 4:00pm Sunday CLOSED

Newman Youth Centre Activities- July Guitar lessons start on the Monday 2nd July (Thursday the following week alternating each week) 1hr lesson and $5 a session Kaboom Toons - 11 & 12 July Bonﬁre night and movie for ages 13-18yrs - Saturday 22nd July The Centre is now open Saturday 10am-5pm. For more information 9175 1152

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Frank Butler leaves a legacy By Courtney Bertling Almost 11 months after the construction of the Frank Butler Community Centre began; the doors were opened for the first time last Wednesday. Shire of Roebourne president Fiona White-Hartig said she was excited at the prospect of what this Community Centre really means for the town and those who live here. “For the parents who will spend hours in the kiosk and canteens as their children play sport on the oval,” she said. “The hours of training that will take place every week as athletes prepare themselves for the weekend. “The races that will be run, and the memories that will be created. “This is what community is really about. “It’s about creating memories and enjoying our endless summer. “It’s about working together and

building friendships. “It’s about living in a community that you are proud to call home.” Cr White-Hartig said the centre is more than a new set of clubrooms; it has been designed with the whole community in mind. But why was it called Frank Butler, who is Frank Butler? In 1972, Frank and his family travelled from Perth to Karratha. “From Canarvon to Karratha, it was all corrugated roads,” daughter Naomi Evans said at the opening. “We thought ‘My God, where are we going?’” “I remember Mum saying when we got to the LIA, ‘If that’s Karratha, we’re just turning straight around and heading back’. But obviously the Butler family thought Karratha was special, with Frank living here for 20 years, and in that time leaving his mark in most of the sporting groups.

Frank Butler formed a number of sporting groups in his 20 years of living in Karratha, with the highlight being the formation of the Cardinals Football Club in 1979. The Cardinals were formed after the collapse of the Under 16 football in the area. Frank Butler was the main drive behind the formation of the club and as Frank was a fanatical West Perth supporter this was how the club got the name the Cardinals and the red and blue colours – the name was then changed to the Karratha Falcons Football and Sporting Club in 1987. Frank was also the man behind the Karratha Bowling Club, after playing in Dampier and wondering why there was not a bowling club in Karratha. It is obvious that without Frank Butler’s commitment to the town and sport, many sporting facilities and clubs would not be operational today if it weren’t for him.

Skipper Brad meets Buzz Aldrin Originally from Carnarvon, Brad Beaumont or Skipper Brad had a special treat last week when he met the second man to set foot on the moon, Dr Buzz Aldrin. It was Dr Buzz Aldrin, Neil Armstrong and Michael Collins who flew the Apollo 11 mission to land on the moon in July 1969. Carnarvon was alive with the excitement of this rare occurrence when Buzz Aldrin was invited to open the new space museum. At 82, Buzz is extremely active and as the keynote speaker at the cocktail party, proved to be as motivational with his presentation as he is in his life’s ambition to set foot on the moon. One of his interesting tales he shared with the audience was when “Neil was on the surface of the moon and it was my turn to leave the Lunar Module, I carefully closed the hatch as I stepped onto the ladder making sure it did not lock”. That almost bought the house down. Another rib tickler was “Neil and Michael were in the command module 300 feet off the ground before lift-off. “It was my turn to enter the module, I took a moment to look at the horizon and the sun rising over Coco Beach and thought to myself my life has been fantastic.... to this point,” again the crowd saw the funny side. Brad was fortunate as a 14-year-old to witness the landing in the old “tin shed”, the picture theatre during the sixties. There were no TV’s in Carnarvon at that time and the

Tracking Station piped a vision down to monitors at the theatre and they saw Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walk on the moon. Brads sister, Dee Beaumont (who now lives in England) was working at the NASA tracking station at that time and had a firsthand account of the Tracking Stations role in communicating with Apollo 11 during its flight to the moon. ABC presenter Scott Lamond and reporter Ebony Spriggs represented the ABC at the “one off” life occurrence and were able to bring Carnarvon’s experience to the rest of the radio world around Australia. Brad, being part of the media through the ABC, had the extra thrill of asking Dr Buzz Aldrin a question during the crowded media interview. “Dr Aldrin, as a teenager I watched you and Neil Armstrong step from the Module onto the lunar surface, through the technology of our tracking station as there were no TV’s at that time, what was your feeling as your foot touched the surface,” Brad asked. Dr Aldrin answered by stating they had to land on the moon first, and with 60 seconds of fuel they found they were over rocks, so they had to manoeuvre away. “We managed to land with 15 seconds of fuel left, almost indescribable on the surface, but very empty and vast,” he said. Brad said that Carnarvon should be proud of their involvement in the moon shot. “And more particularly proud of putting on a great show in one of our northwest towns for one of the greatest achievements of modern man,” he said.

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CARE’s third cleanup for the year The Karratha CARE group will host its third community litter cleanup for 2012 on Sunday, July 8. The cleanup will focus on sections of the Dampier Highway, Karratha Road and nearby areas. Every bag collected on the day will raise $6.00 for the Karratha Softball Association and help to lift the appearance of the town. This is made possible by the Shire of Roebourne’s ‘Bucks for Bags’ program. People can volunteer on the day for as little or as long as they want. Volunteers are to meet at 8am at the Karratha Visitors Centre on the

morning of the cleanup for a short safety and logistics briefing. If you are running late on the day (or plan to sleep in a little), be aware that a CARE volunteer will remain at the Visitors Centre until 9am with all of the required cleanup equipment and resources ready and waiting. Volunteers will need to bring sun protection, plenty of water, enclosed shoes and gloves – if they have any. CARE will then provide garbage bags, extra water and gloves, sunscreen, a volunteers BBQ, first aid kit and sharps containers. In the weeks following the cleanup, Karratha will be scrutinised by the Keep Australia Beautiful Council of Western Australia’s Tidy Towns judges. So, the CARE group are asking people to lift the appearance of the town’s main roads and give the judges a clean welcome to Karratha! CARE look forward to seeing another strong turnout on the day. If you’d like any For Appointments Please call further information about this cleanup, ring either Dan Pedersen (0429 045 535) or Simon Lee (0403 462 997) from CARE, or Jo Smythe (0404 079 664) from Mon - Sat | After Hours Available the Karratha Softball Shop 5/16 Hedland Place Karratha, enter via Searipple Road Association.

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Pole dancer gives conﬁdence By Courtney Bertling Who knows the importance of confidence better than dancer Matty Shields? Matty began dancing at the age of nine and now at 26-years-old, he is best known for his pole dancing on 2011 Australia’s Got Talent. Lots of people go on stage everyday to sing and dance, but how many people can do that with no pants? Matty did just that. If you don’t remember Matty, then imagine an audience, including the three judges from the show, waiting for a beautiful

woman, dressed in a glittery bikini, to grace the stage. What happened shocked everyone.

Out walked an Aboriginal male, Matty, dressed in a black singlet and his jocks, ready to give a performance of a lifetime. So, because of his confidence, YOTHD10 invited Matty to visit Roebourne on Friday, June 22 to mentor a group of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who made it into the Naidoc Idol Finals. He gave the finalists tips for performing and how to be more confident while performing. “I want to show them how to bring the confidence that is inside of them, out,” he said. “Dancing taught me how to express myself, as it is a very spiritual thing.”

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Matty said he wanted to show the finalists how important they are to the world. “The Aboriginal culture is a very artistic culture,” he said.

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“Being confident is very important, as the audience will look at your performance and will see if you are nervous or confident in yourself.

• Matty Shields with Red Dog “Being confident makes your performance better.” He said that children, especially Aboriginal children, are generally shy. “If they can get up and perform confidently, the shame barrier will slowly disappear,” he said. “Good performers have the ability to read the audience and their responses. “As performers, you have the power to make people feel and manipulate or spark their thoughts and feelings.” The Naidoc Idol Finals will be held on Sunday, July 8 with special guests Troy Cassey-Daley and Casey Donovan.

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Twilight Markets a big hit again By Courtney Bertling The Twilight Markets were on again last weekend at the Karratha Family Centre. Lynsey Wellings from the Karratha Family Centre said it is all about showcasing all of the talent in the local community and bringing it all together. “We have had so many volunteers, ready to help out,” she said. “Everyone really gets behind it and you can see that by all of the different types of stalls.” Ms Wellings described the annual markets as a family orientated event. “When you look around, it is very

family friendly and you see a lot of familiar faces,” she said. “There is a wide variety of different stalls, it’s pretty much everything that you see in the Shire, in the same place at the same time. “There’s art, plants, clothes, jewellery and so much more.” A raffle was also held on the day, with every stall donating one item to the raffle. All proceeds raised from the raffle and sausage sizzle, which was kindly donated by All Seasons Hotel, will be put back into the Karratha Family Centre for the community.

Scouts get rid of that pesky weed The Third Karratha Venturer Scout Unit participated in weed irradiation at Miaree pool this June. It has been very clear to the Venturers that their work has made a difference where the public interact with the river. Some areas either side of the recreational area is now chocked with the weed called Parkinsonia. It is clear that unchecked the weed has the ability to take over natural Flora. The Venturers have studied the area when walking in and around the Maitland River above and below Miaree Pool. In conjunction with the Parkinsonia

irradiation the Venturers participated in a night Navigation challenge through some dense sections of the river testing their knowledge of reading a map and in the use of a compass. The Venturers commented “that you don’t have to walk far to become entangled in prickly pest Parkinsonia.” They know first hand how many seeds this weed can drop in season as hundreds of new saplings were pulled out in an area clear under a year ago. At times it seems like trying to hold back the tide…. but their commitment to keeping at least part of the Miaree Pool clear of the pesky weed is paying off.

When an unexpected enemy emerges that threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, Director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from the brink of disaster. Spanning the globe, a daring recruitment effort begins. (M Action, Adventure Run Time 113 Min) Visit www.roebourne.wa.gov.au/wmc for tickets.

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ON SALE NOW When Agent K (Tommy Lee Jones)’s life and the fate of the planet are put at stake, Agent J (Will Smith) will have to travel back in time to put things right. J discovers that there are secrets to the universe that K never told him - secrets that will reveal themselves as he teams up with the young Agent K (Josh Brolin) to save his partner, the agency, and the future of humankind. (M Comedy Sci-Fi Run Time 106mins) Visit www.roebourne.wa.gov.au/wmc for tickets.

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ON SALE NOW Since ancient times, stories of epic battles and mystical legends have been passed through the generations across the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland. In Brave, a new tale joins the lore when the courageous Merida (voice of Kelly Macdonald) confronts tradition, destiny and the fiercest of beasts. Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus (voice of Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (voice of Emma Thompson). (PG Animated Comedy Run Time approx 110mins) Visit www.roebourne.wa.gov.au/wmc for information and tickets.

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Deadly Sista Girlz teaches leadership By Courtney Bertling A new program called the Deadly Sista Girlz, located at the Karratha Senior High School is available for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Originally called Dare to Dream when the program began in 2007, started due to the lack of programs available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls. It was identified by founder, Shannon McGuire, that there were lots of programs for the boys, but nothing for the girls.

So, Dare to Dream began, teaching girls about modeling, then slowly bringing in other programs, including sexual health, self esteem, healthy relationships, drug and alcohol use and leadership. There are currently 21 girls involved with the Deadly Sista Girlz in Karratha, with hundreds of others located around the country including Broome, Perth and a number of programs being held interstate. Deadly Sista Girls offers the girls a stable environment in which they can discuss current and personal issues they may be facing and also allows the girls to trust and receive guidance from great Indigenous female role models. Each girl has the opportunity to be personally mentored throughout the program and it is their goal to allow the girls to be confident with their abilities to achieve success in all their endeavours. The girls will continue to learn with the Deadly Sista Girlz with Rebecca Corbett and Sarai Cedar and will be treated to programs held throughout the year with mentors from Perth. During the first two-day program held on Monday and Tuesday, June 25 and 26, mentors Kelly Hedland and Alicia Janz flew up from Perth to teach the girls about leadership and being role models. “We teach the girls about pathways available for leaders,” Ms Hedland said. “We get to see the girls grow and improve in life, not just with themselves, but how they are in the community.” “We have specifically targeted programs that enable us to build strong independent women in our community.” The Deadly Sista Girlz is supported by the David Wirrpanda Foundation.

“We get to see the girls grow and improve in life, not just with themselves, but how they are in the community.”

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Fuel Shortages in the Pilbara Member for Pilbara, Tom Stephens MLA, said he shares the concerns of Pilbara and Kimberley residents who have again been hit by diesel outages at various Shell/ Coles Express Service Stations in the Pilbara. This adversely impacts on both local people and the many visitors and workers in these regions at this time of the year. As well as tourists, there are many workers engaged in the resource sector or service sector to the full range of industries who are hit hard by these fuel outages. Mr Stephens today called on Shell to get on with sorting out their tank configuration issues to meet the current requirements for diesel by Pilbara locals and tourists alike. “There are too many Pilbara travellers who are inconvenienced and stranded in towns like Paraburdoo, Fitzroy Crossing and Halls Creek who can travel no further until new supplies of diesel arrive,” Mr Stephens said. “The negative effects this has on locals and on the resources and tourism sectors within the region is intolerable. “There are a whole range of local businesses in these towns that rely on the passing trade. “It is embarrassing in a rich state that we cannot adequately cater for our locals and our visitors alike, and I call on the Barnett/Grylls State Government to release land for competing fuel companies to establish additional road houses and town-based service stations to ensure that large fuel monopolies do not leave us with this regular shortfall of diesel each winter,” Mr Stephens said.

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FMG’s national park passes a Pilbara ﬁrst

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The mad hatters of Roebourne The Roebourne Visitor’s Centre held their Biggest Morning Tea on Thursday, June 21 with a Mad Hatters Morning Tea. About 25 participants made hats on the day and about 65 people came through the centre, raising $300 from donations going towards the Cancer Council. Centre manager Ruth Ellis said that they had a morning tea following by a sausage sizzle. “We all had a laugh and a great morning

was had by all,” she said. “There were flat/flowery hats, peaked streamy hats and everything you could put on them. “I guess they got their ideas from the mood of the day.” Ruth said that one of her staff came up with the idea of Mad Hatter. “We tried to make it interesting this year,” she said.

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Notice of Meeting to Authorise an Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) Rio Tinto Iron Ore proposes to enter into an ILUA (Area Agreement) pursuant to Subdivision C of Division 3 of Part 2 of the Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) (Proposed ILUA) with the Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura (PKKP) native title claim group.

Fortescue Metals Group has become the first resources company to purchase national park passes in bulk for its Pilbara workforce. Department of Environment and Conservation Pilbara Parks and Visitor Services Regional Leader Alex Bowlay said the collaboration with Fortescue was in response to increased visitation to Karijini and Millstream Chichester national parks by the company’s Solomon Project workforce. “Fortescue employees and contractors are visiting waterholes and popular day use areas in the national parks and we wanted a system to encourage them to make return visits and engage with DEC rangers,” Mr Bowlay said. “This is the first time DEC has negotiated with a resources company regarding workforce recreation opportunities in the Pilbara, and the department want Fortescue’s example to lead the way for other organisations to purchase national park passes.” Scott Hansen from Fortescue’s Tom Price Community Office said the initiative was a unique way to ensure environmental and

community benefits for all parties. “Karijini and Millstream Chichester national parks are spectacular and unique parts of the world, and Fortescue recognises the importance of managing visitation by people attached to our activities,” said Mr Hansen. “Fortescue is very pleased that DEC collaborated to produce the unique park passes and looks forward to ongoing interaction with its personnel on managing recreation opportunities.” Mr Bowlay said resources sector workers were now discovering additional benefits to working in the Pilbara, which is home to some of Australia’s most awe-inspiring natural areas. “If we can get people into our national parks it will give them a better sense of the Pilbara’s diversity,” he said. The 100 national park passes cover entry to Pilbara national parks, including Karijini, for 12 months. They have been designed to be hung from a vehicle’s rear vision mirror, making them highly visible to DEC rangers.

The PKKP native title claims (Federal Court ﬁle numbers WAD6007/01 and WAD126/05, and National Native Title Tribunal ﬁle numbers WC01/5 and WC05/4) cover the area of the Proposed ILUA (shown as the ILUA Area on the map accompanying this notice) and describe the PKKP native title claim group as the descendants of the PKKP apical ancestors listed below: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Kaita; Markakurra Topsy Williams (daughter of Kaita); Bonnie; Winnie Hayes (Hicks) (daughter of Bonnie); and Punch Hughes (Kalpanthalu); Dan Kalkangnyungu (brother of Punch Hughes) Winnie (sister of Punch Hughes) and Jerry (brother of Punch Hughes) Ngarupungu; Kitty (wife of Ngarupungu); Jukann Tommy Ashburton (son of Ngarupungu); Ina Winnie Ashburton (daughter of Ngarupungu); Punch Ashburton (son of Ngarupungu); Katarra Dick Ashburton (son of Ngaraupungu); and Kalkarti Dinah (wife of Dick Ashburton); and Tjamar (possible son of Ngarupungu);

Members of the PKKP native title claim group are invited to attend the authorisation meeting. If you consider that you hold or may hold native title in relation to the area of the Proposed ILUA but do not know whether you are part of the claim group, or do not consider that you fall within the description of the PKKP native title claim group above please contact Cheryl (YMAC) on 08 9268 7000 or ccollins@ymac.org.au. DATE:

Thursday 26 July 2012, from 9:30 am to 12:00pm,

VENUE: Discovery Holiday Parks - Onslow (Beadon Creek) PARTIES TO THE PROPOSED ILUA: Hamersley Iron Pty Limited; Robe River Mining Co Pty Ltd on its own behalf as a Venturer and as Manager for and on behalf of Robe River Iron Associates (Rio Tinto Iron Ore) Angelina Cox, Angie Cox, Annabelle Stewart, Arness James, Charleston Cox, Darryl Hughes, Gary Hughes, Harold Ashburton, Maudie Dowton, Mitchell Drage and Maurice Daublin on their own behalf and on behalf of those members of the PKKP People (PKKP native title claim group). PURPOSE OF THE PROPOSED ILUA

The Proposed ILUA will be the Initial ILUA covering the ILUA Area depicted in the map accompanying this notice and will provide consents and support for Rio Tinto’s Pilbara Iron Ore Business as agreed under the RTIO and Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura People Claim Wide Participation Agreement between Rio Tinto Iron Ore and the PKKP native title claim group dated 18 March 2011.

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St Paul’s celebrates NAIDOC

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St Paul’s Primary School held their NAIDOC celebrations on Monday, June 25. The kids were able to enjoy face painting, kite making, painting banners, learning to make damper and kangaroo stew and much more. Members of the Mawaamkarra Health Service visited the school to give the students a chance to learn how to make damper, kangaroo stew and even have a taste. The students were organized into groups, which contained students from every year from pre-primary to year seven. Principal Santino Giancono said that it is really important for the students to learn about the Aboriginal heritage. “We have a number of Aboriginal students, and it gives them a chance to show off their culture and also encourages us to have visitors, such as the Mawaamkarra Health Service to show the kids about the Aboriginal culture,” he said. “And the students really want to learn, they are very enthusiastic when it comes to NAIDOC.”

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SHIRE OF ROEBOURNE’S NEW our vision STRATEGIC COMMUNITY PLAN 2012-2022 for the future The Strategic Community Plan 2012–2022 represents our new approach to planning for the Shire of Roebourne’s future. It builds on our past strategic planning work, addresses the challenges we face and sets out what actions we will take in the next 10 years to work towards achieving the community’s vision.

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This plan has been developed through engaging our communities using a number of strategies including community surveys, community forums and community feedback. The new Strategic Community Plan presents our community’s vision for the future and states the actions we need to take to achieve our vision. The new plan is also supported by our financial management, asset planning and workforce commitment. The Strategic Community Plan 2012–2022 is now available to the community for comments and feedback. Copies of the Strategic Community Plan 2012– 2022 are available for viewing at all public libraries in the Shire and at the Shire of Roebourne Administration Office, Welcome Road, Karratha. The plan is also available for download online at www.roebourne.wa.gov.au. Comments and feedback on the Strategic Community Plan 2012-2022 must be received by 4pm Friday July 28th, 2012. For information please contact Naeem Babar on 9186 8655 or 0408 012 971.

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• The students learning how to make damper Traditional owner and Ngarluma member, Josie Sampson sang the Welcome to Country at the school assembly. “NAIDOC is all about being recognized and it is good to honor the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders,” she

said. “It is our culture and how we survived and it is important that we can share our culture with different nationalities. “It is about working together and living together in harmony.”

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MEES Australia in cooperation with the Eduarda Foundation launches the 2012 National Indigenous Health Conference to be held in the Gold Coast at Watermark Hotel & Spa on December 5-7, 2012. The overwhelming response for the first round of Call for Papers clearly indicates the interests of organizations and individuals working in the field of Indigenous Health to improve the Indigenous people’s health throughout this nation. More than 70 % of the submitted papers are from community based organizations, wishing to share their successes in programs implemented within their communities / regions. Within twelve weeks of first publishing the event, we’ve received dozens of papers from every state and territory and numbers are filling fast;

hence, we encourage anyone who wishes to attend the conference to register as soon as possible. We have structured our registration in such a way that will save organization’s money while at the same time providing a great forum for frank and open discussion. The quality of both papers and programs put forward to be included in the conference were astonishing and at present, we’re updating the conference website with the speaker’s profile. The second round of call for papers is now accepting submissions. Dr Yuriko Kishida, Paul Higginbotham, Lara Shur (Western Australia) will be jointly presenting the successes & challenges of their program entitled ‘Mobile Ear Clinics: Collaboration and Outcomes

for Improving Ear Health of ATSI Communities’. The Telethon Speech & Hearing Centre is a not-for profit organisation that provides ongoing mobile ear health services to improve ATSI ear health in four regions in Western Australia. It is so pleasing to see both government and non-government organizations participating in choosing the agenda and as delegates as well. For after all, this conference is about sharing of information on successful Indigenous health programs, existing and being implemented, all over Australia and encouraging interagency networking either at a local, state or national level.

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Exciting new initiative

We’re looking for a developer with a big vision for Hedland Expressions of Interest are now open for a developer with the vision to create the Western Edge Residential Master Planned Community in South Hedland. This $1.5billion* project has the potential to deliver over 2,300 dwellings for an estimated additional 5,400 people in a 226ha area, making it an integral part of the Pilbara’s future. If you have the experience and capability to create a master planned estate, we’d like you to think big and partner with us.

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The Karratha Family Centre has an exciting new initiative, “The Indigenous School Readiness Program”. The aim of this class is to promote and support early learning but also to value and embrace the Indigenous culture. This specially adapted curriculum reflects the new Australian Early Years Learning Framework and covers reoccurring issues seen within children coming from isolated areas such as the Pilbara. This class is aimed at reaching the Indigenous community with much emphasis on respecting and understanding the diversity of Indigenous culture and learning styles. The program’s focus is to develop a child’s communication, literacy and numeracy skills while enhancing a child’s social and emotional development and being supportive of cultural diversity. This will be achieved by offering a variety of creative arts, music and developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that support the current education curriculum and cultural differences. The children’s learning will be guided and supported to increase the possibility of a smooth transition into a western style education system - thus ensuring the children feel comfortable, confident and developmentally ready to enter the school system. The Karratha Family Centre believes education starts at a young age. If we can create a fun and supportive environment that engages young children so that they attend our weekly classes children are more likely feel part of the local community, make new friends and have better attendance in other education systems. While experiencing all the wonderful social benefits of taking an active role in their child’s education, we believe the parents are more likely to send their child to school after a positive experience within an early education environment. The Aboriginal School Readiness Program is suitable for children who are 3 to 5 years old. The program will held at the Centre starting on Tuesday the 31st of July, 11am-1:30pm and running for the duration of term 3. The Program is free to Indigenous children aged 3-5 years old with all children needing to be enrolled. The class is also open to children who are currently attending Kindergarten to possibly increase and develop their skills base.

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Ieramugadu’s Unsung Heroes Awards Night

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• Yabu Band Ngarluma and Yindjibarndi Foundation Ltd (NYFL) is taking the time to officially recognise the amazing work inspirational Indigenous people conduct in the community. The third inaugural Ieramugadu’s Unsung Heroes Awards Night will be held on Wednesday, July 24 from 6pm to 11.30pm at the Roebourne Community Hall. It is to support the National NAIDOC Awards and this year’s NAIDOC theme of Spirit of the Tent Embassy: 40 Years on. The awards acknowledge those making their mark in all areas of society including music, art, culture, community, education, environment, sport, employment and business. The categories include: • Elders Award Ngarluma • Community Development • Volunteer Award • Business Development • Young Achiever • Sportsperson Award • Education Support • Elders Award Yindjibarndi The night will honour those who: • Demonstrate excellence in their nominated category;

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• Is an inspirational role model for Indigenous people and the • Demonstrate leadership; • Has future goals which will likely impact the community; • Demonstrate commitment to personal/ vocational/career development; • Can demonstrate their contribution and/or involvement in their community. Each winner will receive a prestigious award and certificate and will receive the genuine and utmost respect from the Roebourne community. The night is a drug and alcohol free event with tickets available now from the NYFL office. Ticketing starts at $40.00 each. It includes a succulent three-course meal, catered and served by our very own ESS/NYFL. There will also be live entertainment from John Bennett and the Yabu Band, plus more!

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Successful weeding day The Karratha Enviro Group has had a successful inaugural weeding day at Chindawarriner Pool in Millstream-Chichester National Park. Ten hardy volunteers helped remove invasive Indian Waterfern and Passionvine from the streams and surroundings of the pool. The streams flowing from the pool have become infested with Indian Waterfern, which spreads through the streams and inhibits native plants. Another invasive plant that was the target of vigorous removal was passionvine – a fast growing and wide spreading vine that smothers other plants. The trip was a fun day out for the volunteers, including a walk around the Chindawarriner Pool area, some hard weeding work and then a relaxed bbq to finish before returning home. The volunteers managed to clear

approximately 100m of Waterfern from the streambed and remove passionvine from a patch of land near Chindawarriner Pool itself. Future weeding trips will be held once a month to continue on with the work and help protect and preserve this unique Pilbara feature, with the help of the local rangers and any interested volunteers. Anybody interested in joining up to the Karratha Enviro Group or getting involved in projects such as Sustainable September, or the Plastic Bag Free Karratha campaign, can meet the group at the Millars Well Market on the third Sunday of each month. The group sell seedlings, cloth bags and juice to fundraise for these future projects and would love to meet other like minded people. Alternatively they can be found at www. karrathaenvirogroup.org or by email at kcaenviro@gmail.com

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KELVINATOR $180 ono. Good condition. Also large carpet squares $50 colour light blue, dark blue, and white. All in good condition. Phone 9185 1162 KITE 2011 F-one Volt 11m, Very good condition, includes bar and lines + bag. Few small repairs on canopy, rock solid. Great kite flys very well and is super stable. Suitable for learners if you get lessons from an instructor. KTHA, ph 0439931303 after 6pm KITEBOARD - 2011 Naish Fish Kiteboard 5’8. Directional. Excellent condition. Includes fins / straps and bag. KTHA, ph0439931303 after 6pm KITESURF Board 2011 Naish Fish 5’8, excellent condition. $350, priced for quick sale, KTHA, ph 0439 931 303 KITESURF Kite - 2011 F-one Volt 11m, great condition. Includes bar and lines. $750. KTHA, ph 0439 931 303

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LATHE wood turning, Vicmarc, chuck and chisels included. $480 ph 0429 108 686 Kth LOOKING for a dress for Ladies Day at the Races? Look no further, I have 4 dresses to choose from, size 8-10, various colours - 0437 906 908 - photos available MINELAB SD2000 Metal Detector, 2 x coils, 2 x batteries, charger, backpack, pick, carry bag etc. $1200. KTA 0409 443 811. MIRROR 9mm 1760 x 770mm 691/2 inches 30inch $200 . Ph 9182 1126 or 0417 094 558. OUTDOOR setting, timber round table and chairs with lazy Susan $280 ph 0429 108 686 Kta PRINTER/FAX/ S C A N N E R / PHOTOCOPIER/WEB

wireless HP Officejet PRO 8600, Brand new, box unopened, $250 incl. 1yr warranty (RRP $430) call 0409 947 160 (Karratha)

QUEEN size bed for sale. Sleep Revolution backcare contour mattress (15 year warranty) and Brockman solid timber base. Bought new 2 months ago for $1380, sell $850 ono, (still have receipt) no longer needed, still in plastic. Call or text 0414 857 831 Karratha QUEEN Timber B/Suite mattress 2 b/side drs + six drawers with mirror exc condition $850 KTA 0403 372 826 QUICKSILVER Board Shorts Size 30 Never worn Tags still attached $40 KTH 0418106189 REMOTE control helicopters x 2, Brand Revell control, 1 micro helicopter and 1 big helicopter. Both used 2/3 times exc. condition. $130 ono for both. Phed - 9173 1364 SINKS troughs, fly wire doors. Offers ph 9182 1126 or 0417 094 558. SPA A bargain new very large, portable 2400 x 2400 LPG Gas. Heated Complete cost $8900. Sell $3990 ono 0404 646 444 HED

for sale TITANUM KENWOOD CHEF MAJOR FOR SALE. BOUGHT LAST MONTH & USED ONLY ONCE. IT HAS MANY ATTACHMENTS INCLUDING A FOOD PROCESSOR, B L E N D E R , MINCER,CITRUS JUICER, DIGITAL SCALE, ETC. A VERY POWERFUL & VERSATILE KITCHEN MACHINE THAT YOU WILL LIKE. CONTACT 0400 525 100 OR 91 444 971 FOR INSPECTION AND PRICE.

GUITAR ukelele-size 6 string by Yudelele. Hand made, beautiful pro sound, pick-up, stylish soft case. Perfect for kids, learners and serious muso’s. New cost $650, perfect condition sell $450 KTA 0431 264 661 TYRES 3 Cooper L.T225/75 R16 with tread, suit spare or trailer. Ph 9182 1126 or 0417 094 558. TYRES 6 225/70/ R17 $60 the lot with tread (Prado). Ph 9182 1126 or 0417 094 558. TRAVEL

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Fridge both 9 mths old - exc condition $420 ea - microwave $30/coffee table $20 0403 372 826 KTA WASHING machine $300 little use 0450 626 118 ktha WHEELS and tyres 165SR 13, good tyres on 4 stud rims, 1 tyre no rim off Subaru $50 the lot. Ph 9182 1126 or 0417 094 558. XBOX console games - Skate 3, Skyrim and Darksiders, all exc. condition - $75 for the lot. Phed - 9173 1364. ~~FOUND

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($900) and 50cc ($600) . Used 4 hours each. Reduced for quick sale. KTA 0448 798 002 HONDA CRF 450X, 2008, excellent condition, only done 2300km, spare air/oil filters, tyres, battery charger. Has passenger foot pegs, regularly serviced. $8500. Ph Adam 0458 918 238 HONDA CRF 150F, 2012, brand new condition, hardly ridden. Great bike $4200.00 Bike in Dampier, call 0418 916 657. HONDA CRF450x 2009 model (purchased new in 2011) new tyre. L/R tank. Ex cond. Mainly used on road $9,000 Ph 0400 100 191. KTM 525, 2005, spare exhaust and 2 new spare tyres, licensed on road $4500.00 Bike in Dampier, please call 0448 742 466.

motorcycles TOY Hauler 2012 Forest River Limited Edition, Fully Loaded 27” Carry 4 Quads or 6 MX Bikes, Sleeps 7, California’s Number One Selling Toy Hauler. Solar 3.5 Gen, 150L Fuel Station, 680L Water, Would also suit trades for remote work $94,500 ono. Phone 0418 902 615 YAMAHA 2009 YZF R1, Blue/White, Black Rims, Carbon Fibre Exhaust And Guards ASV Levers, Tinted Screen, New Diablo Tyres 7500km, Imac Condition, $14750. 0418 902 615 YAMAHA 250 Raptor 2010 25 Hrs, $5000 Ono . Ph 0418 902 615 YAMAHA FJR1300 Supersport Tourer, First registered 2009, 30,000kms, owned from new, near new condition, meticulously serviced, many quality extras, comfortable, powerful and very fast. $14,900, All enquiries welcome, call 0420 727 875 Karratha. YAMAHA YZ450F 2006 anniversary model $4000 few spares, call 0448 192 930

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MALTESE Shih Tzu Pups 2 x males, for sale (9 weeks old). Black and white, vaccinated and micro chipped available now in Karratha $400. Ph 0409 468 651 to come and meet them PUPS 4 sale staffy/reds $400 - 0450 626 118 ktha

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Registrations of interest from businesses nominating employees for upcoming Service Workers Accommodation in the Town of Port Hedland are being taken. If an opportunity for a vacancy arises, your application may be considered provided that it meets the eligibility criteria listed on the Department of Housing website. An application form is available on the Service Workers Accommodation web page. Should a vacancy arise, your Registration of Interest will be reviewed to aid in the selection process. You may also be contacted to provide further documentation in support of your application such as Employer Statutory Declaration, Business Registration Certificate, Employee Statutory Declaration, a copy of Australian Residency/457 Visa or an Australian Birth Certificate and Current Employee Contract. Applications close on Friday 20 July 2012 For more information contact swa-roi@housing.wa.gov.au

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public notice Abandoned Vehicles Ford Ute White R7986 VIN JL40KK70622 Toyota Seca Green 1AIB051 VIN 6T154AEA100320965 Mitsubishi Pajero Silver 1BIR771 VIN LH44G3004334 Ford Laser White No plates VIN 6FPAAA/UK3SLJ46994 Toyota Corolla White No plates 6T154AET209510213 Located at Gap Ridge Accom Village. To claim ownership of any vehicle above call 91437618 otherwise vehicles will be removed

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Sport and Recreation Facility Small Grants Applications are now open for the July 2012/13 funding round of the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF) Small Grants. The Hon Terry Waldron MLA, Minister for Sport and Recreation, invites applications from not-for-profit sport, recreation or community groups and local government authorities seeking capital works grants to develop sport and recreation facilities with a total project cost of up to $150,000. The Western Australian Government makes $20 million available each year. Applicants must discuss their application with the Department of Sport and Recreation prior to submission. Guidelines on eligibility and application forms are available from metropolitan local government authorities or, if in regional areas, Department of Sport and Recreation regional offices. Gascoyne 9941 0900 Peel 9550 3100 Goldfields 9022 5800 Pilbara 9182 2100 Great Southern 9892 0100 South West 9792 6900 Kimberley 9195 5750 Wheatbelt 9690 2400 Mid West 9956 2100 Metropolitan 9492 9816 Further information about CSRFF is available from: www.dsr.wa.gov.au/facilitiesfunding Applications for small grants generally close and must be lodged with the relevant local government authority at 4pm on Tuesday 31 July 2012. Many local government authorities will close the application period sooner to accommodate council meeting schedules so applicants must check for any variations to this date. adcorp F74972

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DUPLEX UNIT IN KARRATHA, 2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH, NEW KITCHEN. HUGE BOAT PORT, PATIOS ALL ROUND. ACCESS TO REAR LARGE BACK YARD. 10X10 GARDEN SHEDS X 2. $640,000 NEG PHONE 0409 828 266

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PILBARA SHADE SAILS US properties on offer from exp. Australian Investor starting from $29,900. 17%ROI Easy process, great results, please call Elisabeth on 0417 884 990 and visit www.smartrealestateusa.com.au

Custom made locally for Pilbara conditions. Phone Steve Trevurza on 0410 867 102.

URGENT SALE Harbour Lights Geraldton 3 acres, 86m frontage, 2 driveways, 4x3, plus theatre room, projector & screen, double brick, colourbond roof, double garage with remote control door, single carport under main roof, alfresco under main roof with change room & toilet, ducted reverse cycle air conditioning with extra vents and zones, ducted vacuum system with extra outlet in the kitchen, below ground pool with glass fencing, 9x7 shed with toilet & office, 180* ocean views, many more extras too numerous to mention.

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For bookings or further information please contact Rani Chandra on

Service Administrator, Karratha Corefleet

With a network of branches across WA, QLD and NSW, Corefleet supports industry through the provision and maintenance of ‘purpose built’ vehicles, to safely and reliably mobilise individuals and teams operating in some of Australia’s most remote locations.

1300 432 700 or rchandra@ifap.asn.au

We are looking to appoint a Service Administrator to provide support to our Karratha Branch on a full time basis.

Public Notice Temporary Interruption to Water Supply in Karratha The Water Corporation will be turning off the water supply in parts of Karratha on the morning of Wednesday, 4 July from 12:00am to 4:30am to undertake essential works. Areas affected by the supply interruption will include businesses and homes east of Balmoral Road - including the Karratha Town Centre, Centro Karratha Shopping Centre, Searipple Camp and Bulgarra. These works were originally planned for Thursday, 21 June but for operational reasons have been rescheduled until Wednesday, 4 July. The Water Corporation encourages residents to manage their own water needs during the supply interruption. Residents with special water requirements should contact the Water Corporation on 13 13 75 well in advance of the supply interruption.

For more information contact the Water Corporation at any time on 13 13 75. adcorp F75044

For more information contact Dave Thornton 131 546 or 0412 829 502 www.jimsdiggers.com.au

The successful applicant will possess the following attributes: • Previous experience in a similar position • Strong customer service focus • Attention to detail and sound problem solving • Strong Word, Excel and Outlook skills, with a willingness to learn Navision • Qualification in Business Administration preferred • Prior experience within the car rental/parts industries would be highly regarded. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary package including a location allowance & performance based pay incentive scheme. For more information about this role, and to apply, visit the below website and search for Job Code 5643.

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The Water Corporation apologises for any inconvenience caused during these essential works and appreciates your cooperation.

Regional franchise opportunity exists for enterprising person to establish this exciting business in Karratha. This is a unique business opportunity for the right person.

The key responsibilities will include: • Service Scheduling • Parts Procurement • Providing administrative assistance to the Branch Operations Manager • Administering rental orders • Administering invoicing processes • Customer Service of high standards • Sorting, distributing mail and airbags • Other responsibilities as required

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Accord VTi 2009/10 4 cyl sports auto. Silver, window tinting, excellent condition inside and out. Only 8,000kms. Call Judy 91 444 334 or 0414 814 542 In Karratha $22,000 LANDCRUISER GXL wagon 1999 (Dec). Alloy bullbar and sideboards. Very good condition. KTA $21,500 ono must sell. Ph 0429 854 999 MAZDA 3 Maxx Sports H/ Back 2005. Blue, manual, sports suspension, ABS, front, side and curtain airbags, full electrics, tinted windows, cruise control, audio controls on steering, well looked after, perfect first car! $15000 ono. Phone 0409 474 453. MAZDA CX7 2007 2.3L SUV Turbo 80000km AWD Sports gearbox. Rego 4/13 1 owner $23000 ono 0409 461 360 TOYOTA coaster 1978 petrol/ gas. Registred until Oct. Fridge, flat tv, big air cond. Engine good condition. Body medium condition. Good for accommodation. $5000 ono 0420 292 452 TOYOTA Echo 2004, 4spd manual. Excellent condition 70,000kms. $8000 ono, Wickham ph 0407 974 619 TOYOTA Landcruiser 80 Series genuine steel rim, grey, 16x8 with tyre - 275/70/16. Tyre in fair condition. $100 Ph. 0419 798 881 a/hours please. HONDA

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The Small Business Centre West Pilbara, located in Karratha, WA is part of a state-wide network of Centres funded and supported by the Small Business Development Corporation.

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ELECTRICIANS

McDonald’s® South Hedland

NRE are looking for electricians with experience in commercial & industrial maintenance / installation, who are willing to work 45+ hrs per week.

Retail Traineeship, Managers • • •

Flexible hours Access to McDonald’s Nationally Accredited Training Programs Fun working environment

McDonald’s South Hedland is enjoying a period of strong growth and as a result, we are looking to appoint more managers. Ideally, we are seeking applicants with past McDonald’s experience, or with experience in the quick service restaurant industry. You should also possess the maturity and skill required to run a busy shift, motivate your team and keep it fun! Our ﬂexibility, coupled with great training and a friendly working environment could be just what you are looking for. To apply call into McDonald’s South Hedland or phone (0419336488 ) and speak to a manager.Alternatively, apply online: www.mcdonald.com.au/careers

POSITION VACANT

You will need great fault finding and problem solving skills & be able to work unsupervised in a safe manner. A sound working knowledge of current Aust. Stds AS3000 is essential. Both a WA ‘A’ class electrical licence along with an unrestricted ‘C’ Class drivers licence are essential. An EWP ticket and blue card will also be well regarded. These are permanent residential positions based in Karratha. Competitive remuneration and a work vehicle will be provided. Application forms are available at www.nre. net.au.

The Centre Manager is seeking an experienced and motivated Administration Officer to assist in the day to day running of the Centre’s office including a diverse range of projects, programs, workshops and special events. Responsibilities include: • Assisting in Event Coordination for workshops and the renowned Pilbara Women’s Network Luncheons • Managing the front office to assist clients and distribute relevant information • Maintaining database and weekly design and distribution of e- newsletter using ‘Mailchimp’ • Assisting with development and distribution of client satisfaction surveys • Invoicing and MYOB/XERO data entry • Building and maintaining relationships with other local, state and federal stakeholders. The successful candidate will have: • Excellent communication and people skills • Well developed administrative and financial skills • MYOB or other accounting software experience (or a willingness to obtain) • Good organisational skills Office Hours are 8.30-4.30pm, Monday to Friday however work hours are negotiable for the right applicant including the possibility of working school friendly hours. If you possess strong administration and communication skills, we invite your application to join our dynamic team.

Rachel Whiting - Manager Small Business Centre West Pilbara Telephone (08) 9144 4668 or Email: manager@sbcwp.com.au

Completed forms can be sent to info@nre.net.au

Applications close 4.30pm Wednesday 4th July 2012

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Workshop Mechanic- Karratha

DFP Recruitment Services is one of Australia’s leading recruitment services. Established in 1981, DFP has developed a reputation for delivering specialist services in temporary, permanent and volume staffing services combined with ethics, integrity and professionalism.

in apreparation/servicing small team servicing customers’ needs across range rental in The focus of theYou rolewill willwork be the of equipment prior to or aduring equipment including power and generation. with this you will also be accordance withofmanufacturer & OHSaccess, requirements. In conjunction expected to- The focus of the role will be the preparation/servicing of equipment · Carry out all mechanical inspections; prior to or during rental in accordance with manufacturer & OHS  · Inspect equipment on return, clean and service for re-hire; requirements. · Monitor and record parts usage; · Attend to breakdowns and repairs, both on sites and workshop; In conjunction with this you will also be expected to· Programmed servicing / Engine Servicing both in the workshop and field. The Onsite Rental one of Australia's leading equipment & building rental · CarryGroup out allismechanical inspections; companies having experienced strong exponential growth over the past few years, developing a You will also possess theequipment following-on return, clean & service for re-hire; · Inspect solid brand Australia wide. · Trade qualification – mechanical, hydraulics, fitter and/or auto electrical; · Monitor and record parts usage; · A great Superior skills intofault diagnosis; opportunity our branch&inrepairs, Karratha has available. You will work in a small · Attend tojoinbreakdowns both onbecome sites & workshop; · team Able to work unsupervised; servicing customers' needs across a range of equipment including access, power and · generation. High attention to detail; servicing / Engine Servicing both in the workshop & field. · Programmed · Reliable and flexible to work OT; You will also possess the action following· TheAbility problems (results and focused); focus to of solve the role will be the preparation/servicing of equipment prior to or during rental in · Trade qualification mechanical, fitter and/or auto · accordance Ability towith communicate effectively with staff,hydraulics, management and with customers; manufacturer &– OHS requirements. In conjunction thiselectrical; you will also be · expected Current driver’s license; to- · Superior skills in fault diagnosis; · Forklift, EWP or OHS cards/licences not essential but are highly regarded. · Carry out all mechanical inspections; Joyce Crane Karratha require local casual truckies · Able to work unsupervised; · Inspect equipment on return, clean and service for re-hire; to transport triple road train combination trailers to · and Highrecord attention to usage; detail; A competitive remuneration package will be offered to someone who is a team player with a · Monitor parts positive, energetic attitudeand and work ethic as well theand ability to think outside the square. We · Attend breakdowns and repairs, both onas sites workshop; ·toReliable flexible to work OT; assist the movement of our cranes throughout the value staff and as servicing such offer/ Engine a competitive wage, and housing assistance · ourProgrammed Servicing bothovertime in the workshop and field.

We are currently seeking experienced personnel for the following positions:

Workshop Mechanic- Karratha

Heavy Diesel Mechanics

Casual Truck Drivers Wanted

CO Crane Drivers Rio Tinto inducted Riggers BHP inducted Riggers

Ability to solve problems (results focused); If this role sounds ·like the next exciting step in your career and then action please send applications including a brief cover letter by the 6th of July · Ability tothe communicate with2012 staff,to-management and You will also possess following- effectively

Pilbara region.

The successful applicant must have · · • Valid MC licence. · · • At least 2 years triple road train experience in the · · Pilbara Region. Ability to pass a D&A test. (Drug Free) Fitness for work. Patience. Flexibility. Motivation. Reliability.

The Centre provides free information and assistance to people wanting to explore a business idea or expand an existing business. The Centre also offers regular workshops and events to beneﬁt the West Pilbara small business community.

For more details and an application package please contact:

Please call 9144 4120 for further information.

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Trade qualification fitter and/or auto electrical; Human Resources customers;– mechanical,Attn:hydraulics, Superior skills in fault diagnosis; Onsite Rental Group Current driver’s license; PO Box 97 Able to ·work unsupervised; Welshpool WA High attention detail; · Forklift,toEWP or OHS cards/licences not6106 essential but are highly alternatively tarren.grover@onsite.com.au Reliable and flexible to Or work OT; regarded. Ability to solve problems (results and action focused); Ability to effectively with staff, will management customers; A communicate competitive remuneration package be offered and to someone who is Current driver’s license; a team player with a positive, energetic attitude and work ethic as well Forklift, EWP or OHS cards/licences not essential but are highly regarded.

Please note you must hold a current driver’s licence and be prepared to undergo a drug & alcohol screen.

as the ability to think outside the square. We value our staff and as such

A competitiveoffer remuneration package be offered someone who is a team player with a a competitive wage,will overtime and to housing assistance.  We positive, energetic attitude and work ethic as well as the ability to think outside the square. this role sounds likea the next exciting stepovertime in your career then please send value our staffIf and as such offer competitive wage, and housing assistance

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If this role sounds like the next exciting step in your career then please send applications including a brief cover letter by the 6th of July 2012 to-

Attn: Human ResourcesAttn: Onsite Rental Group Human Resources Rental Group PO Box 97 Welshpool WAOnsite 6106 PO Box 97 Welshpool WA 6106 or alternatively tarren.grover@onsite.com.au Or alternatively tarren.grover@onsite.com.au

Please email your expressions of interest to Wal at wal.pearson@joycekrane.com or call the office on 91852430.

Shop 7/18 Hedland Place Karratha WA, 6714 Phone: 9185 9700 

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This role is ideally suited to a person who is energetic, reliable & not afraid of hard work. Call Lyle on 0417 940 848 or 9144 1000

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Craig & Melissa Leese are proud to announce the arrival of Ellie Rose Leese born on May 23 2012 at NBH.

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Ellie weighed 7lb,1oz and measured 49 cm in length. We would like to say a massive Thank You to all the Dr’s & Midwifes at NBH, RFDS & the Neonatal Unit at PMH for all their help & support.

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“I really can’t give them enough praise, two beautiful people who truly love what they do! “Anne was our midwife the whole way through our pregnancy, unfortunately she was on holidays when Zeplin was born, though she told me to cross my legs for the week that she was away, but Zep decided to come the day after she went on leave.

“She was there for our entire stay and helped out in every way possible. She was absolutely amazing.

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“We also had Sue during our stay, who was like a mumma hen to us, we wouldn’t have been the calm parents we are without the help of them.

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Count Me In Ambassador Exmouth Carers Support Group President and former soldier Fred Platcher will be appointed a Disability Services Commission Count Me In Ambassador on Wednesday, June 27.

“For many years, I’d been organising community events involving people with disability and both Rita and Marie encouraged me to become an Ambassador,” he said.

The long-time advocate for people with disability joins 23 other Ambassadors who are committing to promoting the Count Me In vision across WA—that all people live in welcoming communities that facilitate citizenship, friendship, mutual support and a fair go for everyone.

In line with his new role and as Carers Group president, Mr Platcher— who organised today’s barbecue—is already planning a painting project for people with disability, young people and the PCYC to be held at a beach in Exmouth later this year.

The Commission launched the Ambassador program in December 2010, to enlist Ambassadors to spread the word about the importance of inclusion and access for people with disability. Commission Community Development Manager Kerry Stopher presented Mr Platcher with his Count Me In Ambassador pin at a community barbecue event at Exmouth’s Truscott Memorial Club. Mr Platcher, 62, who became blind as the result of a car accident in Sydney in 1982, organises community events involving people with disability, their families and carers, Police and Community Youth Centres (PCYCs) and seniors. He said his wife Rita and the Commission’s Local Area Coordinator in Carnarvon, Marie Ross, urged him to become an Ambassador.

“My message to people with disability, their families and carers or anyone who wants to contribute to society is to have a go at getting something done, think of an inclusive idea and get the community involved—you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the results,” Mr Platcher said. Ms Stopher said Mr Platcher’s passion to include people with disability in community events made him an ideal Ambassador. “Fred’s enthusiasm, selflessness, participation and contribution to the community and his advocacy for people with disability are typical traits of Count Me In Ambassadors,” she said. For more information about Count Me In Ambassadors or to contact Mr Platcher, visit www.disability.wa.gov.au > Count Me In>Count Me In Ambassadors or contact the Commission’s Community Development Branch Manager on 9426 9296.

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Health Hero encourages children Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students heard first-hand from real-life Health Hero Joel Wenitong about the rewards and challenges of a career in health. Joel was at this year’s Vibe Alive festival at Port Hedland Senior High School on Wednesday, June 20. The Vibe Alive festival is a fun filled two-day festival for young Australians of all backgrounds

“It’s important that young Fullas and Sistas (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) people know that they can get a job in health and that it doesn’t always have to involve lots of study. “We need people in all areas of the health system.

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Dancers show oﬀ their skills at disco By Courtney Bertling Dance Kix Karratha held a fundraising disco last Saturday night to raise money for their end of year performance. As a theatre is no longer available for dance concerts, there are more expenses that need to be covered to make sure that the end of year concert still goes ahead. About 200 students and friends of Dance Kix, aged four-16 attended the disco with all the money raised going back to the school for trophies, awards, medals and many other expenses. “There are always things that we can put the money into,” owner Kristie Brown said.

“The disco is also a great way to involve other kids in the community, as it was open to all Karratha kids, not just Dance Kix students. “We are a friendly dance school, and like to promote friendship and confidence.” Kristie said that everyone involved loved the disco. “We gave all the classes a chance to get up on the stage and have a little run through of the dance their classes were doing in a non performance atmosphere, just for fun. “It’s a great way to build the students confidence and self esteem, and to also see what their fellow peers are learning. “And as we had a black and white

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theme with fluro novelties, the room was looking very cool!” There were some amazing performances from the boys, all fighting to get on the stage and show the girls what they’re made of.

Special thanks to Retravision for their contribution in prizes, raffles and sausage sizzle. Four students won some awesome prizes also kindly donated by Scotts Cycles and McDonalds.

“In fact I think they were the least shy about getting up and having a go which I was really surprised at,” Kristie said.

“I had about a dozen parents help out with selling tickets, sausages, supervision,” Kristie said.

“Ben and Douglas (the boys’ class teachers) showed off their breakdancing skills to an adoring crowd of screaming kids and we even had a special performance by Ethan Louis and Talesha Hunter.”

“Many hands make light work, and wow for our first disco ever it was running like clock work, thanks to all of these very special people that gave up their time to help out.”

Dance Kix are grateful to have such wonderful community support from local storeowners for prizes and giveaways.

“We will definitely be doing one again very soon, perhaps at the end of each term.”

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Shire Celebrates Dippa Visit By V Swans regional development manager Clint Degebrodt The Auskick Road Show rolled through the Pilbara last week and made a huge impact in the Shire of Roebourne with AFL Legend and Auskick Ambassador Robert “Dippa” Dipierdomenico in town to inspire kids and parents alike. In his last tour before handing the reins over to fellow Hawk legend and Brownlow Medallist Shane Crawford, Dipierdomenico’s message remains as strong as ever, “Footy is Australia’s great game and it’s fantastic to travel around this great country and see girls and boys from all backgrounds

playing our great game.” ‘Dippa’ wowed the kids at Pegs Creek and St Paul’s with his energy and expertise and ran sessions with all of the Shire’s Auskickers including Dampier, Karratha and Wickham. The biggest thrills might have been had by the parents, particularly those long term fans of the brown and gold who got to rub shoulders with one of the best Hawks to play the game. The kids asked, “Is he better than Buddy Franklin?” and the answer is clear, with five Premierships 130 goals from a wing, a spot n the Hall of Fame and a Brownlow Medal, he is one of the best of them all. Troy Kirkham who enjoys the role

of State Manager of Auskick with the Western Australian Football Commission has been along for the ride, but it’s not all fun without work for the team. “We are here in a consultative role to find out what the Pilbara as a whole and it’s individual communities need and want for all junior footy development.” he said. “We want to find the best way to work with communities to assist program enhancements for all kids.” Big things are planned for the programs in the Shire of Roebourne as footy continues to grow and the Wickham and Dampier Auskick Centres may just be kicking the footy around Paterson’s Oval in round 22.

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Basketball heats up the winter nights As Karratha enjoys the chilly winter nights, inside the Karratha Entertainment Centre, the basketball action in the KBA Winter season continues to be hot and fiery. While a lot of other sports competition is currently being played in town, the Karratha basketball scene is still very much upbeat and exciting. A lot of new teams have joined this short Karratha Basketball Association (KBA) winter season

in preparation for the summer competition later this year. One of the new teams is the NXT-G basketball team. Karratha’s basketball enthusiasts continue to grow in number as new players arrive, even if some long time players leave our transient town. Come and see the games every Tuesday and Thursday nights at the KEC.

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Get ﬁt and have fun with holiday sport program By Courtney Bertling During the July school holidays, Inclusion WA will work with community groups and sporting clubs in Karratha and surrounding areas providing a multi-sport holiday program to kids of all abilities living in and around Karratha. Inclusive WA is a program open to people aged seven-30 of all abilities, however it was targeted at children with disabilities and their siblings in particular. Four different sports will be allocated across two weeks including rugby league, lawn bowls, basketball and football. Plus, children who attend go into the draw to win daily prizes, or the major prize at the end of the program, being a digital camera. Denver De Cruz and Matt Shaw are the guys behind the program and have got to know each person who signs up and attends regularly. “The kids all work together and really shows the strength of the program, kids of all ages, whether they have a disability or not join in,” Denver said. “It shows kids from an early age that there is nothing different about someone with a disability, that a disability doesn’t set someone apart from life.

• All smiles at basketball last school holidays “So many people have become involved, organisations, schools, carers and the response has been really positive,” he said. “Our biggest goal is for all kids that grow up in Karratha that engage in the program to know that having a disability doesn’t need to hold them back in life.” In week one, rugby league will be played at the Bulgarra Oval on Wednesday, July 11 between 4-6pm. On Thursday, July 12, basketball will

be played at St Luke’s College between 10am-12pm and on Friday, July 13, lawn bowls will be played at the Karratha Lawn Bowls Club between 10am-12pm. In week two, Aussie rules will be played at St Luke’s College on Wednesday, July 18 between 12-2pm. On Thursday, July 19, a community fun day will be held at St Luke’s College between 11am-1pm and on Friday, July 20, lawn bowls will be played at the Karratha Lawn Bowls Club between 10am-12pm.

Cold nights don’t stop rugby games A cold night at Kevin Richards Oval (Millars Well) saw the Karratha Roosters host the Karratha Storm on Saturday night. It looked like it was going to be a great game with both teams coming out launching their bodies at one another in the first ten minutes trying to gain the upper hand and put first points on the board. The Roosters scored the opening try, with the Storm scoring soon after. With good defence and strong running from Taylor Lee, Reid Unasa and Lee Te Maari of the Roosters forward pack, saw them score three more tries leading 24 to six at the half time break. The second half started as the first with some big hits (tackles) made by both teams, but as the

half wore on Storm began to tire with Roosters scoring some crowd pleasing long distance tries and running out winners with a 56 to 16 score line at full time. Leading the way was Roosters captain David Wailu who led his team to their first win for the season. Pilbara Rugby League Best Player votes for the game went to, three points: David Wailu- Roosters, two points: Tim Streets- Storm, one points Jason Harris- Roosters. The other game for the round saw the Karratha Broncos hosting the Wickham Wasps on Saturday night at Bulgarra oval. Broncos came out firing, with their forwards making some damaging runs through the Wasps defensive line. With the momentum, Broncos quickly laid on two

trys to be 12 points up after 15 minutes. The Wasps were shellshocked but managed to regroup and laid on a couple of try’s through Willie Live and Mananui Tito. At half time it was all locked up at 12 all. The second half started out similar to the first, with the Broncos coming out hard. Both teams crossed the try line more than once and with 20 minutes remaining it was tied up again at 24 all. The Wasps seemed to have the fitness advantage as they lifted in the final 15 minutes. When Mikolaj Cherrington sliced through the Broncos defence from dummy half and offloaded to Aorangi Stokes to cross for a try, the Wasps found themselves 10 points up.

The Wasps then held on to the lead to register their third win for the season by 34 to 24. Best players for the Wasps were Mikolaj Cherrington, Luke Walker and Aorangi Stokes. Captain, Junior Tuliau and Cody Felton also had strong games. Paul Bates impressed for the Broncos. Next week’s games see’s the Roosters take on the Broncos at Millars Well oval and a top of the table clash between the two undefeated teams, the Port Hedland Hawks and Wickham Wasps in Hedland. Results Karratha Roosters Vs Karratha Storm 56 - 16 Karratha Bronco Vs Wickham Wasps 24 - 34

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Net-Set-Go! The Dampier Netball Club Net-Set-Go children had a wonderful time using the Netball Activity Centre at training on Monday, June 25. The activity centre is a great and different way for the children to learn new skills. The centre was purchased by Ertech for the North West Region Netball Association to develop skills and attract children to join the sport. Dampier Netball Club looks forwarded to using it again in the future. A big thank you to Dampier Primary School for allowing us to use their grounds for our training sessions.

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Fifty-two riders made up Solo and Team categories in this year’s Burrup Mountain Bike Club 6hr Race. The start saw riders contend with warm windy conditions as they set out over the new 5.4km course. Riders were keen to get into a good rhythm in order to get their team off to a good start. Solo contender Wynaand Jordan had a tyre sidewall tear, which ended his race. Team strategies were soon put into place with regular rider changeovers to enable a quick feed to keep the energy up. At dusk the wind dropped and Darryl Collins of Team Skid-Mark set a lap record of 15.08. As night fell riders lit-up the Karratha Hills which was an impressive sight from the top of the climb. The second half of the race saw some consistent lap times. The air temperature dropped which didn’t help riders with cramping. Eddie Morgan of Team Scott No Idea suffered a puncture, which proved the difference as they were just beaten by 32 seconds. A steely determination got all teams over the line after 6 hours of mountain biking.

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