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Australia’s largest magnetite mine shipped its first iron ore load last week. The first operation of its kind, the $7billion project will have a major impact on the Pilbara’s economy.

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Party Street | Page 14 Hundreds of community members joined stakeholders to officially open Karratha’s new $2billion town centre with a street party between the Pelago towers last weekend.

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Kindergarten kids from St Paul’s Primary School had the whole community rockin’ around the Christmas tree at their endof-year concert on Tuesday evening. Ben Simpson, Christian Dow and Olivia Caspersz, aged four and five, performed Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer to open to show. Full story on page 15 Photo by Tamara Binamat

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Steelmaker ships first Pilbara iron ore By Ben Leahy Chinese steelmaker Citic Pacific last week shipped the first iron ore from its $7 billion Pilbara project. Citic’s Sino Iron project 100km south-west of Karratha is the largest magnetite operation in Australia and involves mining magnetite ore with a low percentage of iron content, which can then be refined into a high-grade product. Tassie Lockyer, Lily McKay, Yindjibarndi chief executive Michael Woodley, Selleck Walker, Karella Walker, Rio Tinto’s Clayton Walker, and David Cheedy. Photo by Aaron Bunch.

The project faced major technical difficulties and ran four years behind schedule and $4 billion over budget.

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However Premier Colin Barnett said the completion of its first stage was a major boost for Western Australia’s emerging magnetite iron ore industry, which has 29 mine sites in planning and development.

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“Western Australia has significant magnetite resources and this type of premium, value-added ore is preferred by many Chinese steel mills.”

YAC community manager Rhys George said the vehicles would be available for use by schools, art groups, elders needing transport and the Ngurrawanna Rangers. “Having their own vehicle helps communities make a small step towards independence and self-determination,” he said.

“A reliable vehicle is something that many people take for granted, but in remote communities they can be hard to find,” he said. “These vehicles will definitely make it easier for people in our community to get into town to do things like shopping and banking.”

He added that the recently formed Ngurrawaana Rangers would use the vehicle for their weed management program and caring-for-country work. Chairperson of the Ngurrawaana Aboriginal Corporation Ricky Smith thanked the Yindjibarndi Trust for the vehicles.

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With Citic shipping its iron ore through the newly constructed Cape Preston port 100km from Karratha, Mr Barnett said the project was having a significant impact on the Pilbara economy.

The project also employed more than 4000 people at peak construction and would create 1000 permanent jobs in full operation. “Sino Iron is one of China’s biggest investments in the Australian resources sector and, at full capacity, will be the biggest single-stage magnetite project in the world,” Mr Barnett said. However, the project has also attracted plenty of media interest due to the legal battle between Citic Pacific and billionaire Clive Palmer over control of the Cape Preston port. With the matter still pending in the federal court, Citic has been stockpiling ore at Cape Preston since it began production in July. However, now that Citic has launched its first shipment, it appears the company believes it has found a way out of the dispute. The project is expected to have a 30-year lifespan and involved the construction of a mine, concentrator, desalination plant, power plant and port Once in full operation, the mine is expected to produce 27.6 million tonnes per annum of iron ore concentrate.

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The Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation (YAC) has distributed the first public funds from its land use agreement with miner Rio Tinto after it donated two vehicles to the Ngurrawaana and Cheeditha communities. The Yindjibarndi traditional owners signed the agreement with Rio last June. It allows the miner access to Yindjibarndi lands in return for an unspecified amount of compensation money and a commitment by Rio Tinto to create training, employment and business opportunities for Yindjibarndi people for the duration of its operations. The funds from the land use agreement are now managed by the Yindjibarndi Trust, which

purchased the two vehicles for the Ngurrawaana and Cheeditha communities.

“The Sino Iron project is the first magnetite mine to reach production in the Pilbara,” he said.

He said almost 60 per cent of the project’s $4.8 billion Australian expenditure so far was spent in WA.

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Mulataga housing lots to be on sale by 2014 By Ben Leahy Karratha is set to get another housing boost after construction on the Mulataga residential development in the town’s east began last week. The development will eventually become Karratha’s first waterfront suburb and includes plans for 2000 homes, schools, a retail and dining precinct and coastal foreshores. It will also contain a mix of apartments and larger family housing options. However, the first stage of the project will concentrate primarily on the construction of residential lots and will not include any waterfront properties. Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls said he expects Mulataga to be among the best addresses in town, calling the development the “new Baynton West”. “To be able to bring Karratha to the waterfront of Nickol Bay through this Mulataga subdivision is really exciting, and I think they will be some of the best lots in town,” he said. “They are starting here close to Bulgarra … [but there are] still really nice water views from this position.” Mulataga follows on from the recent Jingarri and Tambrey Balmoral Road developments and comes as Karratha’s housing stocks begin to catch up with demand after a decade of shortages driven by the mining boom. With average sale prices of houses in Karratha at $529,000

for a three bedroom, they are now the lowest since June 2009, according to the Pilbara Development Commission. Average rental prices have also fallen in each of the past eight quarters to $1207 per week, or $500 less than the average prices in September 2011. Speaking at the launch of the Tambrey Balmoral Road estate in October, Mr Grylls said he thought prices were approaching a “true” value for the Pilbara. “[Housing] prices are not what you would call Perth normal but for the Pilbara we are probably getting close to normal,” he said. “There is a lot more product to come on … [and] the great thing up here is I don’t think there has been a cliff. “It has been a gradual decline [in prices], it certainly hasn’t been a collapse and properties are all still positively geared.”

Mulataga developer Mirvac said it expected to press ahead with construction of the waterfront areas by 2016, but retained the option to delay further construction if housing prices fell too low. However, Mirvac’s Kim Lawrence said he expected strong demand from buyers because Mulataga would offer a greater variety in the size of available lots compared to other estates in town. Under plans submitted to the Shire of Roebourne earlier this year, up to 20 per cent of the development is expected to be high-density apartment blocks three to four storeys high. Another 16 per cent is to be medium density at two storeys high and roughly 50 per cent is to be single-storey, low-density housing. The plan also includes 58 Aboriginal cultural heritage sites and 14 per cent of land given over to community spaces.

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Main street to bring sharper profits to small businesses By Ben Leahy Premier Colin Barnett and Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls have officially opened Karratha’s redeveloped main street in a move they hope will lead to a new decade of growth in the town.

Brendon Grylls and Finbar chairman John Chan at Pelago towers. Below, real estate agent Robin Vandenburg outlines the features in the newly constructed Pelago apartments.

With Royalties for Regions funding having helped bring more housing, health and sports facilities into Karratha since 2008, the new Sharpe Ave is designed to promote retail and small business growth. Mr Grylls said with the extended main street opening more lots up for development, he hoped to see commercial rental prices come down in the near future. “Doing the city core is really important in the overall plan of Karratha, City of the North,” he said. “There is a lot more commercial space coming into the CBD.” “I think we are 12 months away from a further softening in the [commercial rental] market.” Many see the lack of small businesses in Karratha as a major impediment to sustainable economic growth once the mining boom has passed. Unlike housing prices, Karratha’s commercial rental prices have not fallen and still rival those in Perth CBD at $750 per square metre, according to the Pilbara Development Commission.

Mr Grylls fronts the media after the opening of Sharpe Ave. However, Mr Grylls hopes the release of new commercial spaces in the multistorey Pelago West tower and the coming 10,000sqm of retail and office space in the under-construction $120 million The Quarter project drive prices down. He also hopes to see more high street shops built, especially lining the outside of Centro Shopping Centre. “By opening it out with shops on the outside, that is a complete revitalisation of the shopping centre. They have [successfully] done that in [South] Hedland,” he said. With the first stage of the $65 million Sharpe Ave works having taken one year to complete, Mr Grylls also apologised to existing small businesses but ruled out compensation for any disruption to their businesses. “I know that there was a lot of

disruption to the local community … [and] disruption to the local businesses,” he said. But he added that it was difficult to prove the effect that the street closures had on existing businesses. “The market has softened … [and] other businesses are reporting downturns, who haven’t been affected by [works] on the main street,” he said. Other new projects in planning for the CBD include a new hospital on Warambie Road and a civic centre, featuring a new theatre. Mr Grylls said there was also the possibility of further civic infrastructure, such as a new court, being constructed. “We need to keep the momentum and growth up that sees that whole main street redeveloped over the coming years,” he said.

Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls and Premier Colin Barnett officially opened Sharpe Ave last weekend. Below, the new main street.

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First Aboriginal tour welcomed to country By Ben Leahy Ngarluma men Clinton Walker and Patrick Churnside last week took visiting dignitaries and media through the Murujuga National Park in one of the duo’s first tours of the site’s stunning rock art. Having launched the West Pilbara’s first Aboriginal tourism business in August, the men performed a welcome to country and led the group past rock art and bush tucker sites. Mr Walker also told a Ngarluma creation story of how the Murujuga peninsula’s rocky hills came to be formed by the bodies of dying flying foxes. With the dignitaries having spent their time inspecting the Pilbara’s industrial growth as part of the Sharpe Ave opening ceremonies, Mr Walker said he hoped to show them a different side to the region. “I wanted to start a tour company to showcase the Aboriginal culture of the region

and to show people there is more to the Pilbara area than just mining,” Mr Walker said. After decades of industrial development in the area, almost 44 per cent of the Burrup Peninsula was formally protected earlier this year when the area was declared Western Australia’s 100th national park. With an estimated one million rock art engravings in the broader Dampier Archipelago, Mr Walker was keen to see more Aboriginal tour companies start up to help spread awareness of the value and beauty of the region. He said Ngurrangga Tours specialises in taking groups on guided half-day tours to indigenous cultural sites and on fishing and hunting adventures. “A lot of people miss out on seeing the [attractions and] fishing and waterholes because they are here to work the whole time.” For more information an bookings with Ngurrangga Tours, call 0423 424 093.

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Pilbara hip-hop teens speak at national health conference Three hip-hop siblings from Port Hedland spoke about the importance of investing in teenagers at the Adolescent Health Conference in Perth earlier this month. The Bule-Turner family members, including 15-year-old Pida, 14-year-old Tore and 12-year-old Mali, were invited to speak at the conference due to their work in Hedland’s The Hood Hip Hop Academy. They told the conference audience that more investment was needed to inspire and support children and teenagers in the community. They based their talk on their experiences in touring the East Pilbara to host hip-hop workshops where they found a number of health issues also affecting the Pilbara’s young people. Tore Bule-Turner, who was the youngest ever WA Youth Award recipient last year, said when young people were engaged, they began to take more responsibility for their own wellbeing. “Young people want be taken seriously on a range of issues, including health [and wellbeing],” he said. “We need to have communities across Australia – starting with Hedland – which

invest in young people’s potential to be better than our current crop of leaders.” Tore said anecdotal evidence from his tours with the hip-hop academy suggested that alcohol, bullying and violence are still prevalent in Pilbara communities where young people are growing up. But he said his hip-hop crews had already shown that, when supported, young people can change their own circumstances and begin to make positive life choices. Once they had given their talk, the three siblings then performed a hip-hop routine for the conference audience before fielding questions about their Pilbara experiences from leading Australian educators, sociologists, paediatricians and researchers. The trio then had the opportunity to meet Tony Simpson, the WA Minister for Youth. Tore was selected to talk at the conference with his sisters after his history as a volunteer with hip-hop and taekwondo groups helped him win his way through a competitive selection process.

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Nearly 1000 party-goers took over Tambrey Oval in Karratha last Saturday for the biggest and best Christmas party of the year. Woodside’s end-of-year function featured a live performance by rock brothers Evermore, who had the crowd on their feet until late in the evening. Guests also enjoyed a local support act and a fully catered dinner.

Sunday Session Karratha Rec Club Free pool tables and juke box Open from 11am Sunday All-You-Can-Eat BBQ Dampier Mermaid Hotel 6-8pm $20 per person Narelle Dale and Samantha Haslam.

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By Tamara Binamat Hundreds of community members joined statewide stakeholders to officially open Karratha’s new $2 billion town centre. A street party between the Pelago towers on Sharpe Ave featured children’s rides and entertainment including a bouncy castle, slide, tea cup ride, face painters, stilt walkers and fire twirlers. Premier Colin Barnett and Minister for Regional Development and Lands Brendon Grylls hosted the formal announcement, which included ceremoniously smashing a wall down to reveal the new streetscape. Stage 2 of the Karratha City Centre infrastructure works is expected to begin early next year. A total of $2 billion worth of development projects have been either completed or are underway in the town. • Photos by Tamara Binamat

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Joeys celebrate the gift of giving By Tamara Binamat The Third Karratha Scout Group celebrated the true meaning of Christmas by helping their six and seven-year-old children give gifts to those less fortunate. On Wednesday, December 5 the “Joeys” chipped in $5 each to buy presents for needy children and placed them under the Kmart Wishing Tree, which provides presents for less fortunate children.

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The children budgeted and decided on the gifts themselves, with guidance from Joey Scout leader Leah Black. “It’s about teaching them [Christmas time is] not all about receiving, it’s also about giving,” Leah said. “And that’s out motto in the Scouts.” The children selected, bought, wrapped and placed the four presents themselves. • Photos by Tamara Binamat

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Dampier Twilight Markets and Movie Night From 5-9.30pm WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 25 The Finny Club Christmas Day Lunch From noon $85 per adult $25 per child 7-12 years Children under 6 eat free Presents for children

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ROOM available with ensuite in large 4 by 2 with 2 separate living areas in quiet st in nickol fully furnished with walk in robe available on the 8/12 400 per week would suit couple only 2 people in house won’t last long phone 0425 706 498 to view. ROOM for rent Dampier quiet and clean house situated in great location. Fully furnished, undercover parking. Price includes: all bills, unlimited wifi, furnished with double bed, bedsides, etc. Also includes own fridge/ freezer and outdoor area. Singles only $320 p/w m: 0414 899 406 ROOM for rent in quiet house in dampier must be working and like dogs. Single $350 couples $450 per week includes all bills call 0418 908 822 ROOM with queen bed available in Bulgarra. $350 pw. Rent includes gas, water and Foxtel IQHD in bedroom. House has underground pool with spa and large outdoor areas. On quiet street. Clean and friendly persons welcome. 0405 842 248

SINGLE Female or Male 36 plus. Room available in clean and tidy house, must be working and like dogs. Outdoor smoking, large a/g pool. $350pw plus 30% power. The right place for the right person, 0409 852 931. THREE Bedroom house in Pegs Creek. Fully furnished, RAC’s , lovely gardens, quiet street. Suit quiet couple or small family - Available to view from Monday the 2nd Dec. Please call for more information. 0478 151 960 or 0432 150 171 accommodation ~~ACCOMODTION WANTED wanted CHEF by trade,Rigger by design,good bloke, seeks largish room for rent,long term, in modern house, with an older crew, or one or two, clean, quiet, tidy, house trained, but not boring, works full time, non smoker, occasional drinker, needs to move before Xmas...Karratha 0450 450 146 leave msg. tq

CHOOSE the HouseSitters you can Trust! Experienced housesitters for KTA area since 2010. Enjoy caring for pets, pools, & plants. Police clearance, with references, & looked after 30+ homes. Reliable working couple ***available from midFeb 2014***. Call 0457 203 691 or Email: DMHSS@outlook.com HI I am Natasha I am looking for a room for me and my family to stay in you can call me on 0488 672 000 please thank you

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FREE CLASSIFIEDS ROOM available in large 4×2 new part of nickol. Furnished room with A/C. Own bathroom and toilet. WIFI and bills included. $300 for single female. Share with married couple not a party house.. 0425 273 217

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FREE CLASSIFIEDS SINGLE man seeks largish room for rent, long term, in modern house , with an older crew, or one or two. Clean, quiet, tidy, (but not boring) house trained ,chef by trade, works full time, non smoker, occasional drinker, needs to move before Xmas. Karratha 0450 450 146 Txt or leave msg

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Wellcraft 23Coastal

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Karratha Village is a boutique Villa style complex located in the Karratha Light Industrial Area. Call, email or drop out and see us to view our superior accommodation and amenities.

• 7.3m 2000 • Yamaha 250hp 2008(130hrs)Venture I beam trailer • 5 new tyres • electric over hydraulic brake • New bait board • New windless • new anchor & rope • Fresh water shower • deck wash • 556 ltr fuel tank • many extras.

P 0458 091 164 - Kim & Jules E sales@karrathavillage.com.au

ExC cond!Reluctant sale REDUCED $60 000. Ph:0419244 512 Panna

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$140,000 INCL. GST & ON-ROAD COSTS

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2013 DODGE RAM 3500 DUALLY BOSSTON MINE SPEC BODY

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20 beds available at a discounted rate in CBD of Karratha

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BULLDOG folding boat trailer-brand new - unused. Reg to end of August 2014. Save $500 off new price at only $1490.00. Caravan bracket (new) available if required . Located in Exmouth. Phone Pete on 0418 932 933. HAINES Hunter 4.40m, trailer, sounder, steering, cd player, new carpet & cushions, all the gear, great condition! This is a regretful sale, owner got a bigger boat and is moving from Karratha and must sell $7000 ono .CALL NOW to inspect! 0433 630 591 PACEMAKER Half Cabin 5.5m 1984, 130 Evinrude runs very well, colour sounder, VHF, Live Bait Tank, rocket launcher. $7k ono . Karratha, Text 0427 777 550 for enquiries and photos. REDUCED! Wellcraft 23 Coastal 7.3m 2000, Yamaha 250hp 2008 (130hrs)Venture I beam trailer, 5 new tyres, electric over hydraulic brake, New bait board, New windless, new anchor & rope, Fresh water shower, deck wash, 556 ltr fuel tank,many extras. ExC cond! Reluctant sale. REDUCED $60 000. Ph:0419 244 512 Panna camping && ~~CAMPING OUTDOORSoutdoors JET Ski Yamaha Waverunner FZS Super High Output 2010 on Dunbier Trailer. Licenced. $15,000 ono. Phone 0418 858 881 KTA OUTBACK CAMPERS OFF-ROAD CAMPER TRAILER - PRICE DROP for this awesome setup!Was $7200 now $6500 ONO.Read-togo with many camping extras: gas bottles, jerry cans, beach tent, new spare tyre, rego til Dec 2014 and more!Camper in Exmouth but delivery to Karratha possible 0429492255 or 08 9949 2255 ~~CARAVANS Lodge Online for

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CARAVAN 28foot, A/C, TV, DVD, raio, fridge, Freezer, microwave, cast stove & oven. Plenty of storage, anex, fully rego. $21000 or ono. Phone 0417 774 135 CARAVAN FOR SALE Jayco sterling 23ft 2006 REDUCED $40,000 must go, Karratha. DBL bed, ensuite (toilet shower basin mirror), full kitchen (gas stove, fridge/ freezer, microwave), dinette> extra bed, TV DVD, front storage 2x gas bottles,Reg wa & extras. Contact Charlotte on 04980 35 242. JAYCO Sterling 2006 Family Caravan 29ft. Full ensuite, double bed, rooftop aircon and new TECO split system aircon, new microwave, 2 bunk beds, 4 burner stove), full annexe, 150L 3 way Dometic fridge, full oven, heaps of space. Loads of extras Price: $ 34,000 Neg John 0458 147 331 JAYCO STERLING 23FT 2006 $42,000, 0498 035 242. Located in Karratha avail now viewings. Door front L, Front u shaped dinette (inter-changeable spare D bed), kitchen ample storage, gas stove, 3 way fridge, microwave, sliding doors separate double bed wardrobe, rear ensuite, awning. Clothing Alterations

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~ ~ E Memployment PLOYMENT AVAILABLE available LOCAL MC DRIVER REQUIRED 30+ hrs/ wk, must have current MISC, must pass drug and alcohol screening and pre employment medical, local wharf and general freight work. Email: karratha. operations@iml.net.au Phone: 08 9144 4342

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PHOTOGRAPHER / Casual role / Karratha area. Building sites. Flat rate $75P/H. Note: Full-Framed Sensor (24 x 36) req. & must waive copyright. Email: ancr@ancr. com.au ~~ENGAGEMENTS for rent

FOR RENT: 4x2 recently renovated brick home in Millars Well. Large corner block with rear access & high carport suitable for boat parking. Large shed with airconditioned granny flat & third bathroom. Fully retic’d gardens. Available December $1,450/week. Phone 0438 418 009 E: ktawgrass@hotmail. com FOR RENT: 4x2 recently renovated brick home in Millars Well. Large corner block with rear access & high carport suitable for boat parking. Large shed with airconditioned granny flat & third bathroom. Fully retic’d gardens. Available December $1,450/week. Phone 0438 418 009 E: ktawgrass@hotmail. com

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HOUSE in Pegs 3x1, Large b/g pool, large shed with double carport, close to shop, quiet area, relaxing back yard. Pool & garden maintenance inc. $1200wk neg Avail 2Dec. Please call 0409 981 370 after 4pm or text to arrange a viewing time.

RENTAL Beaconsfield - $420.00 a wk, 2 x 1 duplex on 440sqm block w/carport, fenced w/lockable gate, and 5 min drive to Fremantle markets, 10 min walk to south beach. Renovated inside, w/ polished jarrah floors, & seeking tidy, caring person who love gardening. Call Julie 0448 166 001 S E L F C O N TA I N E D unit , $500 pw incl. All expenses, next to town call 0404 289 908 UNIT 3X1 in Millars Well, new kitchen, new tiles throughout, air conditioned, courtyard, storage room in carport. Available 22nd November 2013 - $800 p/w. Not pets. Please phone Tracy on 0409 301 821. VERY good 4*1 house is waiting to breake lease. Located in bulgarra 1200/pw. Please contact 0439 445 002. Included fridge, washing machine, kitchen wear. Lease term is until 05/06/2014. ~~FOR SALE

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FREE CLASSIFIEDS HOUSE for rent Dampier. 4 beds 1 bath, office, huge kitchen, tropical gardens, swimming pool, large lock up shed, plenty of parking with hardstand at rear. Ph 0429 611 274 PRIVATE Rental 3 Bedroom, 1 bathroom home with Spa and a self contained granny flat (1 Bed, 1 bath and Kitchen/living) in back yard great for a teenager or sub let. Pegs Creek walking distance to shops and KI available early Dec 13, $1100.oo per week, call 0417 097 870

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FOR SALE CYCLONIC CONCRETE TIE DOWN BLOCKS

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AUSSIE made Air Command IBIS roof top mounted AIR CONDITIONER brand new never used still in the box. Hign capacity 3.2 kW cooling and heating reverse cycle. Ultra quiet, high efficiency 3 speed fan with remote control. Ultra low profile wouls suit van up to 24 feet. Call 0437 386 310 in Port Hedland.

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You left us so young only seventeen we all still miss your cheeky smile and grin Gone but never forgotten forever in our hearts

AGM Sunday 15th Dec 4pm at Cattrall Park

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For Lo, the winter is past The rain is over and gone The ﬂowers appeared on the earth Fresh morning dew on the grass.

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BOAT & SAILING CLUB

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Zon Tobias Cedar 08/12/1992 - 15/08/2009

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AIR Conditioner 4HP 2 years old $300.00 Ring 0455 261 236

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BIKE Road Avanti Vivace comp series looks near new all Shimano gear $500 ono, ph 0418 937 004 (KTA) BIRD aviary 1500 x 1500 x 2000. Can deliver to Karratha region. $200.00 ONO Dpr phone 9183 0050 BIRD cage portable on caster wheels. Can deliver to Karratha region. $80.00 ONO Dpr phone 9183 0050 BLACK lounge with foot rest $40.00. Outside white table, 4 chair $30.00, Blue baby bath $5.00. Baby Portcot $40.00 phone 0467 444 875 BLUE suede lounge 2 seater, excellent condition $300.00 please call 041993-4927 pick up Bulgarra

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BOOKS, second hand, very reasonably priced. phone 0487 672 148 CHAIR cane rocking. Comes with cushion. Excellent condition. $200. Hedland. Ph 0408 948 965 COAT hangers white ikea large amount available 30th Sat 7am to 10am 18 Thistle Loop Nickol. Ring 0433 810 852 for details. CUSTOM built automatic boat loader $2000, clear view electric towing mirrors, $450,toyota Sahara 4.7 v8 , navigation system, built in DVD player, all the extras, gears up for towing phone 0427 550 270

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DINGHY 3.5mtrs with 9.9hp motor $950; Table tennis table, bats & balls as new $70; single trundle bed with 3 drawers, bed head & mattress $100; Portacot, high chair, stroller, car seat $100; Ph 0418 903 001 DOG Grooming Equipment - Oldfields dryer, clippers, shears, and heaps more. Phone 0427 872 585 FILING cabinet 4 drawers $50, China Cabinet antique embossed glass $200, large cabinet with double glass doors, shelves and cupboards $400, LG Flatron computer monitor $50 all prices ONO Phone 0418 858 881 KTA public notice

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KTA RC Planes and Helicopters, new and used, buggy, motors, loads of spares $3000, ph 0409 297 763 KUBOTA Mini Excavator on trailer with bucket and argus $28,000 ono phone 0439 690 944 LAWN mower 4 stroke $50.00 phone 0487 672 148

FREE CLASSIFIEDS LEATHER lounge suite - charcoal grey. Only 17 months old, still under new warranty and in excellent condition. Paid over $6000, will sell for $2200. Location Karratha. Phone 0410 483 753 MICROWAVE NEC works well $35 ono ph 04189 37 004 (KTA)

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LAND ROVER FREELANDER TD4 SE

$9,500 ono. Karratha Ph: 0427 516 238 John

Pies!

AWESOME 5 SENSES COFFEE & ICED COFFEE DONUTS (mornings only) JESTERS BREKKY PIES! • HUGE HOTDOGS GREAT WRAPS (crispy chicken / prawn / fish) FISH N CHIPS • SALT N PEPPER SQUID STEAMED DIM SIMS • ICE COLD SLUSHYS

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Pay for ten coffees or slushys of your choice upfront, AND your name goes in the barrel to win... 6 Pack giftpack (value $175.00!!) • 6 Jesters pies, share them with friends • 6 Pack of standard beer to wash it down! • 6 Hot cinnamon donuts • Fun apron of your choice • Chicken souvlaki • 6 Free coffees!

GREAT GIFT IDEA: CHEEKY FUN CHARACTER APRONS MON-FRI 5.AM TILL 1PM @ DREAMERS HILL

Friday Nights “Pies in the Park” 5pm till 8pm Jesters pies at Tambrey Oval

Sundays @ Hearsons Cove Fish & Chips / Slushies

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MOBILE Coffee Van Karratha/Dampier. 2011 Toyota Hilux ute. Layout includes 2 Engel fridges, 68lt display fridge, slushie machine, pie warmer, 2 group coffee machine, grinder, sink, hot watersystem, 100lt fresh water tank and 35lt tank for waste. Run established in Ktha/Dpr. $69000. Ph: 0407 969 919 NURSERY set boys. Jungle animal theme. Kids line. C/W quilt rug lamp sheets musical mobile nappy stacker height chart & lots more! $300.00 Hedland. Excellent condition. Ph 0408 948 965 PICNIC bag and rug - new condition - $5.00 call 9144 1648 Karratha POOL Sunsoka above/below 6 x 3.6mts including pump, liner, solar blanket, inner steps & ladder, everything required even sunscreen all new still boxed. $5000 ono. Ph: 0418 903 001

• April 2004 • 166,000kms • BMW 2.0 litre diesel • 5 speed automatic sports 4 x 4 constant drive • Barth Brothers Service • Alloy wheels • Leather • Harman Kardon Radio/CD

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POT Plants, medium and large - cheap call 9144 1948 Karratha PRINT cartridges brand new for HP laser jet printer CP3505 - 3800 colours 3 x Black, 1 x Magenta, 2 x cyan and 1 x Yellow cost over $300 new each selling for $50 each phone 0418 937 004 (KTA) PROJECTOR Dell 1800MP in case. Laser Pointer and manuals included Excellent condition. Purchased for $1200 will sell for @750 ono. Ph 0409 262 203 READERS Digest hard copy book on Australia valued at $99.00 excellent gift for travellers selling for $10.00 Call 9144 1648 Karratha ROOF Rack suit GU Nissan Patrol Alloy 2.2m Tracklander 12 m.o. as new complete with awning brackets $1100 0428 230 755 Ktha RURAL land 1200 acres magnificent location overlooking Indian Ocean Drive and Coral Coast. 200ft above sea level. Views forever great investment - would consider other property as part payment $775000 ph 0428 215 101 SEA container 20 foot $2000, Ph 0427 681847 Dampier

SIMPSON 7KG front loader washing machine. Only used a few times. Includes 5 year extended warranty. $400 Ph 0428 541 800 KTA SINGLE Bed Divan with innerspring mattress, base has 2 deep cupboards & 2 drawers. $250 ono. Phone 0418 858 881 KTA SPA 12 seater Signature (Cadillac) including 4 hydrotherapy massage seats colour internal Navy external timber includes steps and hard cover $7,000 ono phone 0418 937 004 (KTA) TOY Story pinata $5.00 Call 9144 1648 karratha. Pandora key rings - great xmas gifts $10.00 TRAILER H/duty, encl, suit site shed except. ramp. gen. 5k-w /encl dies. Reg.6/14 good tyres .cost 3000 ono. 0419 922 702. WALL Aquarium. Beautiful and in excellent condition. It has never been used and still in the box. Not needed again. Bought for $170.00. Price is negotiable. Call 0400 525 100 if you are interested. WASHING machine 7kg front loader Ariston ARF105 AS NEW used only a few times. $500 ono Phone 0418 858 881 KTA

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WIND trainer Mag turbo good condition near new $150, ph 0418 937 004 (KTA) ~~FOUND free ~~FREE FREE SPA large outdoor spa - you remove - you can have. Jets work but heater doesn’t - who needs a heater anyway! Cheap easy pool to escape the summer heat. In Ktha. Please call for address and details 0438 514 105 ~~IN MEMORIUM lost ~~LOST CINNAMON a light grey cat with tortie flecs in her fur went missing from Prym Crt Pegs Creek early November. She is young and a slim build and was wearing a purple collar & SAFE tag. She is likely to head to Edney way or Peirl way in Pegs Creek. Please call SAFE with any sightings 9185 4634 ~~MOTORCYCLES motorcycles

BMW K100 83 Good Runner. Good Rubber .Needs Speedo. No Licence . 1’100 ono . Hed.0409 846 124 HARLEY DAVIDSON VROD 2003 factory custom,screamin eagle pipes, seat, bar, health reason forces regretful sale. You won’t see another one like this, reduced price, bargain !!! $15490. Ono kta 0409 443 811 bob.

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HONDA CRF50 Motorbike 2011, excellent condition, one owner since new. Karratha, Phone 0459 433 476 KTM ATV 4 wheel motor bike 505SX colour Orange $15,000 ono, ph 0418 937 004 (KTA) MOTOR bike KTM ATV 505SX colour orange, 4 wheel. Very quick bike! Good condition. $14,000 ono Ph 0418 858 881 KTA MOTORCYCLE tiedown cradles. Tie your motorcycle down to the heavy duty frame for easy transporting. Forklift friendly, two sizes available. $50 ea Ph 0412 510 012 KTA YAMAHA banshee 04, big spec, very fast bike, needs to go ASAP, located roebourne/ wickam, text or call for full spec, cheap for quick sale $2800ono 0479 192 330 ~~PETS pets

BICHON Frise dogs. 1 x Male (desexed) and 1x Female. Both are 2 years old, and are pure breds. Perfect lap dogs. They love company. Ph 0450 592 584 CAT sitter available. Will come to your house, feed, do litter, water, give cat/s attention. Police clearance. Honest cat lover. email for bookings/enquiries: catsitterkarratha@ hotmail.com Karratha

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The Shire of Roebourne hereby advises its intention to sell two faulty Presto Steam and Hot Water Coffee Machines. Both coffee machines are damaged and have an estimated cost of $4,163.42 per unit to repair. Members of the public are invited to submit expressions of interest in response to the sale. The deadline for all submissions is 2pm Monday 23 December 2013. Submissions may be submitted by hand to the Shire of Roebourne Administration Centre, Welcome Road, Karratha WA 6714 or sent through the mail to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Roebourne, PO Box 219, Karratha WA 6714. For enquiries, please contact Samantha Stewart, Project Officer on (08) 9186 8679 or samantha.stewart@roebourne.wa. gov.au. Chris Adams Chief Executive Officer

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AMY 30 yrs Asian background looking for nice man for friendship please text me on 0412 105 918 BAYNTON West Primary School, Year 6 Fund raising Bike Raffle was won by Mr Richards of Karratha. THE final assembly for Mrs Sue Mitchell, a teacher at Dampier Primary School, will be held on Thursday 12 Dec starting at 8.30am in the school assembly area. Past students, community members and friends are invited to attend. ~~REAL ESTATE real estate

FALCON: W & B/N home 4 x 2, study, D/G, D-Vac. R/C aircon, bore, retic, 12 x 6 3 phase powered shed, 2000sq m. Block. 9534 3883 GREAT Lifestyle Block 13.76ha approx half a kilometre of WATER FRONT on the Upper Murray Jingellic N.S.W. Rare opportunity to buy a block of this size with building envelope. Magnificent views Telstra Power run though the block, Cleared Fenced Sring Fed Dam, School Bus $280,000.00 Phone 0438431822 HOUSE OPEN 23 Nov 13 This is a stunning, quality TIMIK built, 4x2 house, located in a quite street in Nickol, Karratha. House Open - 3 Woollybutt Way 10am til 2pm - Sat 23 Nov. Other times by arrangement. Private Seller asking 920K ono. Contact Amanda 0438 915 462 INDUSTRIAL Unit for Sale Karratha LIA. Workshop, air con office and mezzanine storage. Available now for sale $410+ ph 0438 514 105 ~~TENDERS resumes ~~VEHICLES

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

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BMW 1989 Manual Sedan, black, a/c, new battery licensed good condition $4000 ono Ph 0418 903 001 CLUBSPORT 2006 VZ, 182,xxx kms, Auto, Upgraded Exhaust, Bluetooth $19,000 ono in Karratha ph 0439 916 925 FACTORY turbo diesel 80 series cruiser GXL exl cond 3rd owner Exedy clutch, 3” red back exhaust, AVM 2WD conversion Lockable hubs, LED tail lights Hella rally 2000 spot & spread beam, Pioneer CD player, GME 2way, Yokahama geolandar tyres. Serviced regularly, Has been a Perth car. Phone 0414 748 815 FORD falcon 1999, Auto, A/C, Cruces control, Tow bar, 264000 ks 4 New Tyres, 5 Months Rego. Excellent motor & Gearbox, car is in Karratha, I need it gone, $2200, PH 0448 219 248

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FORD falcon Ute 2008, well body, tray liner , mag wheels, air cond ,p/s, c/ control good cond $8700 0418 243 773 F150 4x4 Tray Back 1990, 5.8LT 5 Speed Manual 6 mths Rego $9500.00 ONO 0413 073 043. HJ75 Landcruiser Troopy 4x4. Full Genuine Toyota service & mechanical report. Too much to listurgent sale $10k Karratha 0400 851 309 HOLDEN Zafira 2004 FOR SALE. Versatile 7 seater and economical. Rego and roof rack with nice working aircon. $3700 ONO. URGENT. Call 0431 385 165 HOLDEN Ute HZ, tonner/ tipper, great car, in Bridgetown for pickup, needs a new owner. Excellent for restoration, lic, goes well. $5500.00 please phone 0439 930 588 HYUNDAI Accent Sedan 2009, Auto,AC,PS,CD, Car, 120,xxx Km, regular serviced,6 month rego,$7000 ono, call 0423 515 256 HYUNDAI Getz 2006 $5000 ono. Phone 0439 690 944 LAND ROVER FREELANDER TD4 SE April 2004, 166,000 kms; BMW 2.0 litre diesel; 5 speed automatic sports 4 x 4 constant drive; Barth Brothers Service; Alloy wheels, Leather, Harman Kardon Radio/CD. $9,500 ono. Karratha, phone John: 0427-516-238 MITSUBISHI Triton 2005 Cab Chassis GLX 2 door 4x4 3.0 V6 Mileage. 140k`s Non mine spec. One owner vehicle. Top condition. Dueler 694 LT`s 265/70/16 6 spoke alloy mags . Two good spares. Two 4` Alloy tool boxes. For Inspection call / txt 0487 38 5440 Craig Karratha

NISSAN Patrol ST Turbo Diesel, 2004, $20,000ono - 191,000km, roof rack, lift kit, dual batteries/ controller system, onboard air compressor full service history, bull bar, UHF radio, Bluetooth Pioneer stereo, 7 seater, snorkel, dual tanks Phone Lee 0459 024 579 OCT 2010 FG XR50plus ute, tray back, only 40000 kms, blue with removable carry bars, nudge bar, tow bar, full 6 months rego, full leather with carbon firbe int, very clean uni. Has removable full conopy, must sell, call Mark 0417 989 283 MB can send photos or come to you . $25,000 ono TOYOTA Avalon 2004, low Km. Excellent condition, $9990/- ono. Ph. 0412-968681, South Hedland. TOYOTA land cruiser, engine replaced 1300kms ago, roof rack, awning, good tyres, dual batteries, $11,000.00 ono Phone 0487 672 148 Karratha TOYOTA Landcruiser 2001 Petrol, 6 cylinder Automatic 4 x 4 manual GXL Registration 12 /13 $10k Call 0419 866 099 TOYOTA Prado Grande 2006 Auto 4cyl 3L Diesel Crystal Pearl 152000klms with bull bar, tow bar, sat nav, leather interior, electric seats, dual climate control, sun roof, sound system. 1 Owner Good Condition $41,000 ono Contact Coral 0419 916 025 Wickham

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TOYOTA Sahara 4.7v8 2005,navigation system,built in roof dvd player, sunroof, 8 seats geared up for towing all the extras, low klms phone 0427 550 270 TOYOTA Yaris 2010, black 5 door manual hatch, one female owner, 54000km, regularly serviced. $12500 ono. Ph 0435 143 810. TROOP Carrier HDJ78R 2003 manual 4.2l turbo diesel, 98000km, 5 seater with extra door to back seats, DP chip, drawers with fridge slide, dual batteries, UHF, brake controller, roof console, cruise control, winch, bullbar, air bags. $40k ono 0409 926 870 Dampier VOLVO 2006 BL71 backhoe/fel motor, 5 buckets, quick hitch forks. Phone 0418 901 158 ~~WANTED

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Expression of Interest

KARRATHA ROOSTERS RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB would like to receive expressions of interest from Junior Coaches, Players and any other volunteers who would like to be a part of our Junior committee. We will be holding a meeting at our clubhouse at Millers Well Oval on Thursday 12th December 2013 starting at 6:30pm.

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TEACHER WANTED YIC is a Non-Government Organisation (NGO) that has been delivering essential youth services in Port Hedland 23 years. We are seeking a highly motivated and inspirational individual to join our energetic team and coordinate our Education Programs. Subsidised accommodation provided if required and other conditions can be negotiated after a successful probation period. Applicants must hold a formal qualiﬁcation in teaching and a driver’s license. Experience working with Aboriginal youth and using innovative teaching and behaviour management techniques is desired. A current WA Working With Children Check is required & DCS screening will be processed on appointment. To apply send a resume to manager@yic.com.au and short listed applicants will be interviewed. Applications close COB Friday 12th December 2013. The successful applicant will be required to start 27 January 2014.

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We are seeking a Counsellor to provide holistic primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of the West Pilbara R egion in regards to the S ocial and Emotional Well B eing ( S EWB ) program. The successful applicant will have qualifications in counselling or working towards same, ability to communicate and liaise with a broad range of people including adults, children and clinicians. It is a requirement that the applicant understands the unique issues facing Aboriginal people who have been impacted by the policies of former governments in respect to the stolen generations ( B ringing them H ome) . The skills required include the ability to provide professional counselling services to individuals and family groups. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are encouraged to apply for this position The remuneration package for this position will be negotiated commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants are encouraged to request a copy of the Position Description and Selection Criteria from Shay Wilson, MHS Human Resources Officer on 9182 0800 or via email s.wilson@mhs.org.au A p p l i c a t i o n s c l o s e W e d n e s d a y 11t h D e c e m b e r 2013.

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Land and Heritage Ofﬁcer West Pilbara, WA Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation is the governing body responsible for the management of native title and the provision of services to the Ngarluma people, the traditional land owners of the coastal areas around Roebourne, located in the West Pilbara, Western Australia. A Land and Heritage Ofﬁcer is being sought by Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation (NAC), this is a hands on role in which you will be responsible for organising and supervising personnel during cultural heritage surveys, as well as duties as directed by the Heritage Manager.

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Heritage Manager Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation is the governing body responsible for the management of native title and the provision of services to the Ngarluma people, the traditional land owners of the coastal areas around Roebourne, located in the West Pilbara, Western Australia. A Heritage Manager is being sought by the Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation (NAC), the essential skills required for this position is the ability to oversee the implementation of Heritage and Indigenous Land Use Agreements (ILUA), including Cultural Heritage Management Plans, compliance with frameworks : relevant cultural heritage legislation : reporting and record keeping, implementation of processes and policies for managing Heritage Agreements with Companies and Government agencies.

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Amid a sea of tulle, sequins and hairspray, Dance Kix Karratha shone with their spectacular senior and junior performances last week. About 350 students danced hip hop, jazz, tap and contemporary routines in four shows â&#x20AC;&#x201C; two senior and two junior.

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Bluewater Tackle Exmouth Fishing Report By Jenni Gates

The last week saw a cool water current coming up close to the Ningaloo Coast, which pushed an eddy of warm water out wide to 50 nautical miles. This could be partly to blame for the lack of activity from pelagic fish around the cape. The deeper water has been quiet, though the rat-black marlin and sails have been mooching around the shallower waters of around 50-100m depth. Visiting angler from Melbourne Paul Besnard was out targeting the marlin and managed to get a yellowfin tuna during his stay. Paul is pictured this week with the tasty catch that was carved up for sashimi and tuna steaks and enjoyed by many. The shore-based fishing has been great off old Bundegi, especially for queenfish. November is usually the time for this and yet again that month has not disappointed. The rising tide is best, and a wade into the deeper water is required to reach the predators feeding on small baits. Most anglers love to target them on fly gear, though poppers, soft plastics and metals work pretty well too. We always recommend using barbless single hooks for these

fish because their gills come right up to their lower jaw. The single barbless hook is better for retrieval of hook and better for the fish. They are also very energetic fish that jump a lot, so when you are trying to remove the hook it can be dangerous. This is another reason for using the barbless single hook – after all, the last thing you want on a hot fishing session is a hook in you and the fish. The spear fishing competition was cancelled due to forecast bad weather and may be rescheduled depending on how much interest there is from spearos. If you are keen to enter this competition, please contact the Exmouth Game Fishing Club and register your interest so we can work out a date to suit everyone. Meanwhile, the next big event in the EGFC calendar is the Network Power heavy tackle tournament for big billfish. There has been a lot of interest in this event, particularly with the numbers of big fish encountered over the past few months. Let’s hope the weather and fishing will be great and we see lots of fish tagged. If you want to take part, entries are due in now, so get in quick.

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Taekwondo students spin kick and salsa to success The Hedland Taekwondo Club hosted 8th Dan Grand Master Kim Seng last weekend as he oversaw the final grading of the club’s students in a highoctane series of martial arts sessions. Thirty-seven hopefuls began the weekend with a Saturday seminar in which they practised the basics in the morning before working on self-defence in the afternoon. The students literally threw each other around on the mats as they twisted and locked wrists and elbows. The second day involved a marathon session as Grandmaster Kim graded the students.

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With his trademark humour, warmth and innovative training style, Grandmaster Kim soon had everyone feeling relaxed despite the pressure of grading. And, believe it or not, it was not unusual for students to bust out their salsa or breakdance moves during the sessions, with Grandmaster Kim using a range of disciplines to help his students improve their taekwondo technique. The club excelled on the day, with Grandmaster Kim awarding double promotions to students including Marnee and Hayley Robinson, Yusef and Teodulo Tuando and Michael Sclater because of their exceptional skill.

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The Club Champion Award for 2013 was presented to Jayden Morris for exemplifying the spirit of taekwondo with his generosity, honesty, perseverance and kindness. Hedland Taekwondo Club head instructor Tim Turner said the day was a success. “This was the best grading yet. Taekwondo gives children a kick-start for life,” Mr Turner said. “Children acquire what I call the four Cs – courage, competence, confidence and community. “If they can leave our club with these four things, we have done our job and in a small way helped build a foundation for a successful future.”

Mr Turner also said the club’s mega raffle is set to be drawn on December 14, so anyone wanting to buy tickets needs to get in quick.

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The Pirates’ junior team will take the field for their grand final on Sunday.

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Teeball players take to the diamond or grand ﬁnals Karratha and Dampier’s teeball players will be swinging for the fences on Sunday as the local teams line up for grand final matches on Bulgarra Oval. Six teams from the Karratha and Dampier Teeball Association’s three divisions will take the field. At 3.30pm, the Pirates are first up in the juniors division grand final as they meet the winner from the December 5 preliminary final between the Rockers and the Tigers. In the intermediate division’s 5pm game, the Strikers will meet the

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By Christine Wooldridge The Karratha Swim Club has claimed 45 gold medals to finish second at the 2013 Pilbara Championships in Exmouth on November 23 and 24. The 47 members of the squad also picked up 53 silver and 24 bronze medals at the meet. That put Karratha behind hometown team Exmouth in the medal tally but ahead of teams from Parrabadoo, Tom Price, Pannawonica, Port Hedland and Carnarvon as well as a small group from Broome. Yet perhaps the best measure of the Karratha team’s success was the fact that every member

of the squad swam at least one personal best time (PB). Leading the way was 12-yearold Shaela Doherty, who sliced 31.18sec from her best 800m freestyle time to take a bronze. Mark Wooldridge, 13, also took 26.52sec off his best in the 200m individual medley to record a time of 3min7sec and collect gold, while Matthew Boyko, also 13, claimed silver in his 100m backstroke. Micah Rogers, 12, was another strong performer in the multi-discipline event, slashing 25.51sec from her 200m IM to do a 3min20sec PB. Maddie Keogh took 7sec off her 50m freestyle, and Jed

Norris, 8, claimed gold in his 100m breast stroke. In addition to great individual swims, Karratha’s relay teams also shone. Relay team members Johnson Murray, Grace Keogh, Isobel Norris and Zane Smith provided a highlight of the meet in the mixed 10 to 12 yearolds 200m medley by setting a new championship record. The entire Karratha team was just as good out of the pool, displaying great sportsmanship and contributing to the friendly atmosphere at the event. The club would also like to congratulate the Exmouth club for doing a great job running the event in a friendly but competitive atmosphere. Importantly, it helped build stronger relationships among members of the club and, for that reason alone, everyone deserves a big pat on the back. However, there is one important area that the club needs to improve on. Plenty of hard work will be needed to improve everyone’s Gangnam Style moves if Karratha hopes to beat Exmouth in the dance stakes at the next event.

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Triathletes ride into new season By Stacey Holden Jason Geike has led home a field of more than 30 competitors to claim a win in the first Nickol Bay Triathlon Club race of the season on December 1. With perfect conditions greeting competitors, many members from past years lined up on the Dampier Palms start line alongside a large number of first-timers. There was also a good spread of entries into each of the different race distances, with 10 competitors tackling the long course, 11 racing over the short course, nine entering the enticer event and three kids also lining up. Jason Geike took the long course win in a time of 1hr 4min ahead of Nathan Hughes, while Nick Muller was first home in the short course in 48min, with Matthew Oronce coming in second. Tania Neeson led the women over the long course in 1hr 12min, while Sharee Stedman was the first home in the short course in 52min.

Holly Vernon was first in the enticer division in 27min with Nathaniel Green Sill the first junior home in 21min. All the courses include an ocean swim, bike ride and run along the picturesque Dampier Esplanade with the enticer distance designed for those new to triathlon and consisting of a 200m swim, 6km bike ride and 1.5km run. The short course involves a 400m swim, 12km ride and 2.8km run, while the long course is raced over a challenging 600m swim, 18km ride and 5.6km run. The kids’ category is open to Under 12s and consists of a 200m swim, 2.5km ride and 750m run. The second race of the season will take place next weekend, on December 15, at the Dampier Palms. Anyone is welcome to join the club, with the group keen to see people of all abilities come and have a go at triathlon. For further details on the triathlon distances and for full results from race 1, visit nickolbaytriclub.com.au.

Members of the Nickol Bay Triathlon Club stretched their legs in the first race of the season at Dampier Palms last weekend.

Club revved up about new mat By Dorothea Lloyd

The Karratha Gymnastics Club and its new committee wish to thank Liam Lennon and the members of the Karratha Bikers Association for donating “a wonderful and exciting piece of equipment”.

The Karratha Gymnastics Club has been able to spring into action with even more bounce than usual after the group was presented with a new Tumble Trak mat. The $5000 mat was donated by the Karratha Bikers Association. The bikers raised money for the mat at their annual Car and Bike Show in September. The Tumble Trak, with its increased padding and spring, puts less pressure on the body and its joints and helps improve gymnasts’ skills without causing injuries to ankles and knees. The spring in the mat also helps gymnasts launch further into the air as they practise their somersaults and tumble turns.

It is already being used continuously by the club’s gymnasts of all ages. And with more than 400 members, the club is also keen to gain more fundraising support from the community as it seeks to provide its future champions with the best equipment. Practising on quality equipment is especially important for those gymnasts learning new techniques, which are needed to compete in regional, state and nation competitions and – who knows – maybe even one day in the Olympics.

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49,500

54,990

STAMP DUTY NOT INCLUDED. FINANCE TO APPROVED PURCHASERS

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