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Smokers face new restrictions Hospital denies GP FAR NORTH…Smokers will no longer be able to butt out at their favourite bar after state-wide legislation comes into force next week.

As of December 6, 2004, venues with two or more bars will be required to keep at least one bar completely smokefree.

Smoking will also be banned within one metre of all service areas, including front bars.

The new legislation is one of the first steps towards a complete smoking ban in all venues from October 2007.

In Roxby Downs, the changes are already being put into practice at local licensed venues.

At the Roxby Downs Community Club - where the main bar is now defined by a bright yellow line and the Crewsers Bar is designated as completely nonsmoking - the bar has suddenly become a much quieter place on a Saturday night.

“At the moment, the bar is a very antisocial area,” club manager Stev Ellard told The Monitor.

“People don’t sit at the bar anymore and we’re going to have to start doing a lot more floor work to keep up our social rapport with customers,” he said.

“We watched the crowds last Saturday and the bar area was just empty, the whole shape of the crowd has changed.

“Customers have been very respectful of the non-smoking areas though, which has made it a very smooth transition.

“We agree with the new legislation, it allows for both non-smoking and smoking clients but provides a healthier working environment for our employees.”

Mr Ellard said customers who did not respect the new legislation would face banning.

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BUTT OUT...Local smokers will no longer be able to smoke at their favourite bars when new legislation comes into force on December 6.

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ROXBY DOWNS...A local GP who was denied the right to admit patients to the Roxby Downs hospital has lashed out at the hospital’s governing body.

Since establishing his practice in Roxby Downs barely a month ago, Dr Simon Lockwood says he has already been forced to treat more than four patients in the hospital’s ‘outpatients’ section after being refused the power to admit them to hospital.

While Dr Lockwood is able to admit private patients to hospital, he is not free to admit public inpatients during working hours.

The Port Augusta Hospital Board of Directors has declined to permit Dr Lockwood general admitting privileges unless he can provide a 24-hour after hours service.

In a letter from Port Augusta’s Director of Medical Services, Dr Nes Lian-Lloyd, Dr Lockwood was told that “Dr Devinder Grewal, the principal medical practitioner for Roxby Downs Medical Practice, has indicated that he can’t guarantee after hours cover for your patients presenting to emergency department should you be given full admitting rights”.

Dr Lockwood called for a more “flexible” approach when he addressed the Board late last month when it met in Roxby Downs.

“Patients are not commodities to be bought, sold and traded, and they are not owned by either practice,” he said.

“I cannot and will not be on call all the time - I believe it is a reasonable compromise for me to be on call for my public inpatients...this will take some load off the load of the other doctors in town performing on-call services.”

At the meeting he told the Board he had already been denied a room to practice in the hospital and refused employment with the Roxby Downs Medical Practice, despite his established Roxby Downs clientele, before establishing his own local practice.

Board chairman Andre Kuys told The Monitor that discussions are continuing with Dr Lockwood and other involved parties.

“We are fortunate to have so many committed doctors now practicing in Roxby Downs and the Board is optimistic that a solution can be found,” Mr Kuys said.

Dr Devinder Grewal has called for continued discussions on the issue. Roxby Downs Medical Practice is currently the only locallybased medical service with full admitting privileges for the Roxby Downs hospital.

Dr Grewal told The Monitor last week that he hoped to consult with Dr Lockwood, the hospital board and the Outback Health Advisory Board to find a “solution that benefits everyone, and the community most of all”.

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FAR NORTH…The Royal Flying Doctor Service has lashed out at, what it describes as, “false” and “libellous” accusations by a “small but vocal minority purporting to have the best interests of our organisation at heart”.

The statement was released to the press last week by Vanessa Boully, president of the Board of the RFDS Central Operations.

The release came in response to a call by 19 members for a special general meeting to address “alleged voting irregularities” at the recent AGM where the board’s four incumbent members were re-elected.

The 19 financial members in question – labelling themselves The Friends and Supporters of the RFDS - have accused the incumbents of ‘vote-stacking’.

The Board of RFDS Central Operations, on the basis of legal advice, has assured its members that the request for a special general meeting is legally improper and the proposed meeting will not be convened.

“The rumours and innuendo surrounding our Port Augusta operations have continued to tarnish our reputation and affect our staff since early in the year,” Ms Boully told The Monitor last week.

“Unfortunately, since early in the year

rumours were articulated and gathered momentum suggesting that the RFDS was going to close its Port Augusta base – this position was never considered an option by the Board.

“The continued attack by what the Board considers to be a small but vocal minority is hampering developments with sponsors which severely limits our ability to attract vital funds for aircraft replacement.”

Ms Boully said that Board members and staff had been publicly maligned, threatened with physical violence and received offensive mail.

She also referred to a series of unsigned letters circulated throughout Port Augusta which were considered by the board’s legal advisors to be “clearly libellous” – “hence the reason they were unsigned”.

Ms Boully has threatened legal action should the “abuse or misuse of the service’s name” continue.

“The continued denigration of the RFDS cannot, and will not, be tolerated any longer,” she said.

“While we encourage an open and frank rapport with our members and supporters…it is now time that we all move in the same direction as one organisation.”

HATS ON...Occupational physician Dr John Wilson is calling on Roxby Downs residents to adopt better sun protection habits.

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ROXBY DOWNS…Roxby Downs residents are endangering themselves and their children’s health if they do not take precautions against the sun, a visiting specialist told The Monitor last week.

Occupational physician Dr John Wilson took a close look at the skin of more than 200 local residents last month as part of the ODO Wellness program.

According to Dr Wilson, Roxby Downs residents are aging faster and show higher rates of sun-related skin anomalies in comparison to Adelaide residents.

“I’m pretty concerned that these people have got a skin age which is on average, about 10 years older than their actual age,” Dr Wilson said.

“I saw a lot of what we call solar degeneration – mottling and dry skin – but there were also some basal cell carcinomas and squamous cell carcinomas – they’re the skin cancers you get on your face and forearms and they’re dose-related to the amount of sun exposure people get.

“Usually people get them in their 60s and 70s – it’s unusual to get them in your 30s and 40s but that’s what I was seeing at Roxby Downs.”

Dr Wilson has called on local residents to extend their sun safety measures to all areas of their lives, not just their time at work or at the pool.

“If you walk up the street you’ll see people without hats or sunscreen – I think, for safety’s sake, the hat culture has to pervade this whole community,” he said. “And these little fashion baseball caps, or the caps the companies give out as freebies, are all useless – I saw a lot of people with sun damage to their ears and the sides of their faces because they rely on baseball caps.

“I think it’s time for these businesses to start giving away wide-brim bucket hats instead of baseball caps.”

To have your skin checked, or to find out more about how to protect your skin against sun damage, contact the Roxby Downs Health Service – ph 8671 9020.

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Minimum & Maximum Temperatures for the period 16th November, 2004 to 29th November, 2004 Date 16/11/04

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Myall destruction ‘disgraceful’ Dear Editor, I am relatively new to Roxby Downs, and to living in a desert environment.

I have found John Read’s book Red Sand, Green Heart, fantastic, giving insight and understanding to the “precarious balance of nature and species” in this local Roxby area and greater desert region.

I had just finished reading about these rugged and long-lived Western Myall trees, and how many had succumbed to the devastation wreaked by the white fly infestations, from 1999.

To think that an especially hardy stand of Western Myall trees could withstand several centuries of hazards, including this most recent biological attack, only to be destroyed by the myopic ventures of planners/councillors, is disgraceful.

Responsible native vegetation management is an obligation, not an option.

Melissa Allen, Roxby Downs.

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Outback cleans up its act for KESAB FAR NORTH…The Far North and Outback once again, this year, featured highly in the KESAB Tidy Towns awards announced this week.

More than 330 communities participated in the statewide environmental solution program this year – a record number – along with students, teachers and parents from 226 schools.

While Mount Gambier was awarded the ultimate title of SA’s tidiest town, WMC (Olympic Dam) received the Best Business Program Award “for its environmental activities and support given to its local community, to other communities and remote areas of the state”.

Environmental Education and Action Awards were handed out to Arid Recovery in Roxby Downs, WMC (Olympic Dam) and the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Gardens in Port Augusta.

William Creek was runner-up in the Outback Community Awards behind Penong, while Glendambo, Marree and Yunta received merit awards.

The Woomera Board/BAE Systems works program was also commended.

In Roxby Downs, St Barbara’s Parish School received a special effort plaque.

Roxby Downs Tidy Towns Team received a meritorious effort plaque for excellence, while the town itself was named in the top 17 towns in KESAB’s Category C (towns with a population over 2750) where all towns named were within 22 points of each other.

KESAB COMMENDATION…Brenton Smith of Collex/SBS in Roxby Downs displays the Tidy Towns commendation for the business’s Roxby-Woomera Recycling service – the award particularly highlighted the service’s new cage collection for cans and the increased cardboard recycling.

Postie bike rally postponed ROXBY DOWNS…The Roxby Downs to Birdsville Postie Bike Challenge – to raise money for research into Meningococcal Disease – will not be held this year.

The event, organised by Rob and Kerrie Cunningham - formerly of Roxby Downs, following the death of their son Jake at age three – raised more than $12,000 for Meningococcal research in 2003.

However, organisers have decided to make the event biannual to lift the pressure on volunteers.

Around 60 volunteers made the three-day trek from Roxby Downs to Birdsville last year, purchasing postie bikes and raising funds to support the event.

The event will next be held in late 2005, but donations or pledges of support can be made by contacting Rob Cunningham – 0419 847 625.

“We’d like to purchase more Postie Bikes before next year’s event to sell them off again and raise even more money in 2005,” Mr Cunningham told The Monitor this week.

Doco prompts Defence response

FLYING SOLO…Flight instructor Ben Hammond, centre, presented local pilots Robbie Macmillan, left, and Daryl Wake, with certificates recognising the achievment of their first solo flights. The pair were part of a group of five members of the Roxby Downs Aero Club who achieved the milestone last month.

WOOMERA…The Australian Department of Defence has distanced itself from the opinions expressed in a film documentary about Woomera which aired on ABC TV last month.

The 56 minute documentary – filmed over more than 12 months by an independent film crew – received damning reviews from local residents who described the show as “disappointing” and “negative”.

However, the Department of Defence’s official response to the film’s airing on November 10 has been more diplomatic.

“At the request of the independent film-maker, Defence assisted the producer in the making of this documentary,” a department spokesman told The Monitor last month. Assistance was provided with the understanding that editorial independence would be maintained.

“Defence has a long association with Woomera, and the important contribution the town and its people have made to Australia.

“The opinions expressed in the documentary are those of the producer.”

Local high-fliers go solo OLYMPIC DAM…Roxby Downs Aero Club launched five new pilots on their first-ever solo flight last month.

The newly-revitalised aero club, based at Olympic Dam, has attracted a series of high-flying members in recent months, according to flight instructor Ben Hammond.

“It’s a big step for a pilot,” Mr Hammond said. “They’ve been working hard and they’re all really

dedicated.”

“These are busy guys and they’ve given up a lot of their personal time, every weekend, to hack around the skies with me.”

New high-flying convert Daryl Wake said the achievement was a “real personal milestone”.

“It’s an achievement that you want to tell everyone about – it’s something you get a real good feeling about.”

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ROXBY DOWNS...Roxby Downs will hosts its annual WMC Family Fun Day on Saturday, December 4. Roxby Downs swimming pool will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm for free fun, food and live entertainment. Bring the kids along for a barbecue lunch, face painting, clowns, magic shows, Roxby Rocket rides and giveaways.

LAKE TORRENS…Tasman Resources last week announced promising results from its latest round of exploration drilling in the Lake Torrens region. Drilling will continue at the ‘Marathon South’ site, just 24km north-east of Olympic Dam where the WA company has announced the discovery of “a thick zone of hematite-altered breccias very similar in style to those in the Olympic Dam deposit” in its first round of drilling. A company spokesman said “the grade and thickness of the mineralisation is not known, nor is the overall economic significance” of the result.

ROXBY DOWNS…Roxby Downs will open doors on a new business complex in Tutop St in March next year. The development will include a series of six shopfronts boasting 120m2 per shop. Several local businesses have already expressed an interest in siting themselves in the Tutop St development, according to co-owner and long-time Roxby Downs businessman Brenton Smith. Mr Smith told The Monitor that the development is a positive sign of the town’s ongoing growth. “The town can handle some competition, that’s been proven by the number of people running businesses from their homes,” Mr Smith said. “We still have some vacancies but we’ve already had commitments from local businesses for three of the shops.

FLINDERS RANGES…Tickets are now on sale for the annual RFDS fundraiser ‘Wilpena Under the Stars 2005’ which will celebrate its 10th anniversary on February 26, 2005. Guests at the black tie “extravaganza” will enjoy a three-course meal, fine wines and premium beer, as well as a fundraiser auction, while the sun sets over the famous Wilpena Pound.

Live music will be provided by Adelaide band Winter Cherry, while Radio 5AA celebrity Tony ‘Pilko’ Pilkington will host the night. Tickets are $120 - for more information phone 8238 3333.

ROXBY DOWNS…Reward yourself for recycling at the Collex/SBS yard in Gosse St, Roxby Downs – just drop off 10 plastic shopping bags and you’ll receive a free calico shopping bag in exchange. This initiative is one of several, practical recycling services currently offered by the long-time local recyclers.

Coordinators of the service would like to remind the community that cardboard is also being recycled through the program – more than 3000m3 so far this year – and that if local residents deliver their cans and bottles in cardboard boxes, the boxes will then be recycled at Collex/SBS too. No matter how you bring your shopping home – box or bag – there’s now a responsible way to recycle.

ROXBY DOWNS…Police have cautioned Roxby Downs residents to secure their possessions overnight following a series of ‘opportunistic’ thefts during the past week. Police cautioned residents to put bicycles in back yards, lock cars securely and remove all items of value from front lawns. If anyone has information about a theft, or sees people acting suspiciously, please contact the Roxby Downs Police on 8671 0370.

FAR NORTH...Mobile Random Breath Testing will commence throughout the Far North at the end of school term. The prescribed period for this program is from 5pm on the final day of school for 2004, and will finish at midnight before school resumes in 2005.

During this time, police are free to stop cars at any time and drivers will be required to submit to an alcotest.

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Outback tourism a growing industry

WINNER…Ronnie Gordon receives his prize in the Jack Daniel’s ‘Fire and Ice’ Promotion at the Ochre Cellars in Roxby Downs last month. Manager Rick Oldfield is pictured presenting the prize.

FAR NORTH...New tourism figures show visitors to the Far North and Outback are on the increase.

At Roxby Downs VIC souvenir sales increased by 17 per cent in 20032004, and are expected to increase by around 20 per cent again this year.

These figures show an improvement on the year before, despite the 20032004 figures being greatly inflated due to the local solar eclipse viewings.

Tours of Olympic Dam and Arid Recovery top the VIC’s interest list for visitors, while tourists are regularly directed to attractions at Andamooka and Woomera as well.

Andamooka, Pimba and Woomera tourism operators also registered increased numbers in 2003-2004 and, as such, will be involved in a series of tourism-related initiatives in the new year including the renovated Woomera Heritage Centre and combined Outback Fringe Festival celebrations.

FENCE DESIGN…Endangered native waterfowl in Hawaii – the Nene – are now being protected from feral animal predation by a specialised fence originally designed at Arid Recovery near Olympic Dam.

Arid Recovery innovation protecting Hawaiian birds TOURISM SUCCESS...Roxby Downs Cultural Precinct coordinator Mikaela Aldenhoven has recorded growing tourism numbers through the precinct’s VIC service.

Far North regional police report OPEN DAY...Carolyn Webster, Ree Tyas, Nicole Hewitson and Marlene Walsh at St Barbara’s Parish School’s recent Open Day.

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A report was received on November 28, 2004 in relation to 34 sprinkler heads being broken off Council sprinklers over the weekend. The amount of damage is valued at $1360.00.

On November 26, 2004, a 19year-old Roxby Downs man was reported for possessing a drug – speed.

A bicycle was stolen from Willaroo Street on November 25, 2004.

An 18-year-old Roxby Downs man was arrested for disorderly behaviour, resist arrest and property damage on November 24, 2004.

An Avis Rental Car at Olympic Dam Airport was interfered with overnight of November 24, 2004, during which petrol was siphoned from it and a tyre slashed.

The side indicators of a Holden Commodore where stolen overnight on November 24, 2004 from a car parked in Quandong Street.

Also on November 24, in an unrelated incident, a bicycle and two scooters were stolen from an address in Stuart Road.

A report was received by police on November 24, 2004 of a 182 piece Kinchrome toolkit was stolen during the week from the rear of a utility parked in Camp 3.

A bicycle was stolen on November 24, 2004 from Irrapatana Street.

A bicycle was stolen outside of Woolworths on November 23, 2004.

A motorcycle that had been reported stolen last week was found burnout in scrub near Roxby Downs on November 23, 2004.

A wheelie bin was stolen during the evening of November 22, 2004 from outside an address on Axehead Road.

Police attended a vehicle rollover on the by pass road near the Andamooka turnoff on November 20, 2004. The four persons on the vehicle were unhurt as a result of the injury but the vehicle was extensively damaged. The driver of the vehicle, a 28-year-old Olympic Dam man was reported for drink driving offences.

A 22-year-old Roxby Downs man was reported for assault OABH on November 20, 2004. This follows investigations into an incident that occurred on September 11, 2004 in Roxby Downs.

Unknown persons entered the Roxby

Downs swimming pool overnight on November 18, 2004 and threw a table, wheelie bin and traffic cones into the pool. Damage was also caused to several shopping trolleys in the near vicinity.

With summer approaching, this incident, like similar ones in previous years causes additional expense and inconvenience to all local residents who use the pool.

Police are looking for a Kawasaki 250cc Motor Cycle Reg No THG733 stolen from the driveway of a residence in Kennebery Cres overnight on 16-17, November, 2004.

A male 18yrs from New Zealand was arrested for Drive without Due Care, Drive Unregistered Motor Vehicle and Drive Unlicensed following an accident in Laura on November 6, 2004. Bail was refused and he was taken to Pt Augusta where he appeared in the Pt Augusta Magistrates Court on November 19, 2004.

A female youth from Roxby Downs was arrested for aggravated serious criminal trespass on November 18, 2004. The offence occurred on November 10, 2004 at a local caravan park.

A collision occurred between a car and a cyclist at the western pedestrian crossing on Pioneer Drive on November 18, 2004. All parents are asked to educate their children that if flags are not flying at these crossings, a car does not legally have to stop for them.

Everyone using these crossing, be they drivers or pedestrians, should take maximum care and assume that cars may not stop or that pedestrians may walk out in front of them. Fortunately on this occasion no serious injuries were received by the cyclist.

A copper look-a-like balsa wood Ibis was stolen from a residence on Axehead Road on November 17, 2004. The owner of the premises chased the two female offenders without success.

A 25-year-old Olympic Dam man was reported on November 15, 2004 for drive without due care, disorderly behaviour and damage property as result of damage caused the previous night at a local licensed premises.

A 33-year-old Olympic Dam man was arrested for disorderly behaviour on November 5, 2004.

OLYMPIC DAM…A unique cat, rabbit and foxproof fence, designed at Arid Recovery near Olympic Dam, is now being used in Hawaii to protect endangered waterfowl.

The original fence was designed by the team at Arid Recovery – a conservation reserve located 20km north Roxby Downs.

“The fence uses a combination of features including an overhanging ‘floppy top’ to protect endangered species from cats, rabbits and foxes,” Arid Recovery publicist Yvette Mooney told The Monitor last month.

The design is now being used in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - which contains two of the world’s most active volcanoes – to protect a variety of native goose, the Nene.

The fence protects the Nene’s breeding grounds and egg predation has already ceased within the new enclosure as a result.

Its design has been modified using hogwire to protect against wild pigs and dogs, and plastic coated to hold up against Hawaii’s corrosive volcanic fumes.

This is the second conservation site to adapt the Arid Recovery fence design – Currawinya National Park in Qld also utilises the design for its bilby exclosure.

PHOTO CLUB...Local photographers Bob Harvey and Kevin Hemmett at the sunset photography session near Roxby Downs at the weekend.

Views by moonlight ROXBY DOWNS...Roxby Downs Photographic Club hosted its first night photography session at camping grounds near the Pimba to Olympic Dam bypass road.

More than 15 people attended the event to take photographic advantage of the sunset and full moon conditions.

The club meets monthly, on the first Sunday of every month, to compare works and share ideas and tips.

The next meeting will be held on December 5, 2004, at Le Funké Cafe in Roxby Downs.

Works from the group’s members will be displayed at Le Funké in the New Year and during the Outback Fringe Festival in March 2005.

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A brassy performance

Farewell to fundraisers Roxby Downs farewelled two of its most wellknown community members last month.

Mark Mooney and Josie Basterfield, pictured right, have been long-time supporters of local services and charities.

Mark Mooney, an emergency services officer at Olympic Dam, also volunteered with local emergency services, Roxby Rocks and other charity fundraisers over the years the pair lived locally.

Josie was well-known locally for her tireless work fundraising for local charities, sporting groups and the Roxby Downs Health Services.

The pair moved to Bendigo last month.

Roxby Brass BRASS CLASS...The newlyformed brass quintet Roxby Brass meets weekly to share their love of music and are currently concentrating on Christmas Carols. Nick Coutts, Simon McCracken, Stephen Fitch, Stuart Reid and Marnie Pascoe are pictured practicing recently.

To join the group, contact Marnie Pascoe - ph 0408 877 807.

FAREWELL...

The staff of the Roxby Downs Health Services farewelled Josie Basterfield last week and thanked her for her ongoing support as a fundraiser for the service. Director of Nursing Janine Connell presented Josie with a plaque celebrating her contributions.

Wedding bells for local couple Make Christmas fun for everyone

WEDDING... Roxby Downs residents Tony Webber and Ali (nee Tucker) were married on November 13, 2004. They honeymooned on Brampton Island.

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Roxby Downs residents Tony Webber and Ali (nee Tucker) married at Cummins House, Novar Gardens, on November 13, 2004.

The reception at Lakes Resort, West Lakes, was attended by 100 friends and family.

Ali’s bridesmaids were sister Kylie Tucker and friend Sally Ellamor, while Steven Webber and Jason Arthur were groomsmen.

ROXBY DOWNS…This Christmas won’t be a fun time for everyone, with emergency services volunteers stretched to provide adequate staffing over the festive season.

Earlier this year, local services responded to the state’s first road fatality for 2004, in Woomera, just a short time after the clock struck midnight on New Year’s Eve, 2003.

This year, with staffing numbers critical, service volunteers are calling on the community to stay safe and support emergency services where they can.

“This is a time when we’d like to see past volunteers or interested people put their hand up for the holiday season,” Roxby Downs SES controller Lol Wilton told The Monitor.

“We want everyone to stay safe and enjoy Christmas this year.”

CFS training officer Elena Boas told The Monitor that “a core of dedicated volunteers will be giving up time with their own families to make sure they’re

available for this season”.

“We’re just asking the community to be extra aware this year – not only about how they stay safe over the holidays, but how they can help.”

The Roxby Downs unit of the SA Ambulance Service is also calling on local residents to have a safe holiday season this year.

“We’d like to see the general public just take care over the holidays, then the volunteers can enjoy a quiet Christmas as well, at home with their families,” volunteer team leader Dawn Kroemer SA Ambulance Service said.

“If you’re travelling, take care.

“If you’re out in the sun, remember to Slip, Slop, Slap, and keep your fluids up – and by that, we don’t mean alcohol.

Past emergency services volunteers or interested people who would like to volunteer their time to support local services can contact the CFS – 0419 803 054 or the SES – 8671 2220.

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Child care Christmas celebrations Roxby Downs Child Care Centre will host its annual Christmas party on Friday, December 10.

Families attending the centre and community members are invited to the event.

To join local staff, families and Father Christmas at the event, contact manager Michelle Paull - 8671 0911.

Roxby Downs Child Care Centre is a not-forprofit centre licensed to care for up to 58 children at any one itme.

The centre is NCAC accredited and employs four qualified childcare workers, four trainees, five staff in training and six experienced childcare workers.

Childcare is available for children aged six weeks to eight years.

The centre also offers a ‘Just for Threes’ program specifically aimed at three-year-olds and designed to assist in the transition to kindergarten.

Roxby pageant all ready to roll

Summer fun snapshots

CHILD’S PLAY...Roxby Downs pre-entry kindergarten kids, clockwise from top, left, Ji and Jaspar; Teegan at Toddler Time; Lucy, Kobe and Chelsea at the pre-entry program at Roxby Downs Kindergarten.

PRIZES...2004 pageant participants will compete for a range of prizes including one for ‘best bike’.

ROXBY DOWNS...Roxby Downs will host its annual Roxby Central Shopping Centre Traders pageant on Saturday, December 11, from 6.30pm.

Register your float at the Roxby Downs Council before December 10.

Prizes are available for ‘best community float’, ‘most outrageous float’, ‘best bike’, ‘best sporting club float’, ‘best environmental float’ and ‘best new float’.

The evening will also include live entertainment and Christmas Carols.

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School develops student services This year has seen the development of the Student Services area of our school.

There have been many successes and positive moves towards “wellbeing” for all of the students at RDAS. I would like to acknowledge the hard work of everyone who has contributed to achieving our goals this year.

Our Counsellors, Helen Bennie R-6 and Lyndall Craker 7-12, have done a tremendous job providing support to students on an individual basis.

They also have implemented alternative learning pathways for students and provided curriculum support to classes.

Lyndall will be leaving us to begin her new role as a parent and we wish her and Colin all the very best.

Thank you also to our school Chaplain, Sister Patricia, for the valuable work she has done throughout the year.

Caroline Andrews has done a terrific job in the Special Class, working closely with our Interagency Support Services to create quality teaching programmes for our students in this class.

Sadly she will be leaving us and moving on to her new place of work in Adelaide.

We thank her for all of her hard work and the excellent learning structures and expertise she will leave behind for the new teacher, Katherine Bennett, and wish all the best in her new position.

Every year we have a team of dedicated, hardworking SSOs who provide an enormous amount of support to teachers and students.

They carry out a vast array of roles within the school including office duties, first aid, individual and small group support, fine motor skills, library duties, science laboratory support and special programmes to name just a few.

On behalf of all the staff and students, I would like to thank them for all of their efforts this year.

To everyone in the school and the wider community, I wish you a safe and happy Christmas break and look forward to seeing you again next year.

Enjoy a well-deserved break!

Carol Lindner, R-12 Assistant Principal, Student Services.

Sister Pat’s

thought for the day

It is a greater work to educate a child….than to rule a state.

W.E. Channing

Upcoming Ev ents Events Dec 3

Final assembly 12pm

Dec 3

End of Term Dismissal 2pm

Jan 31

Term 1, 2005, return to school.

The Uniform Shop will be open during the last week of school holidays at the following times.

Monday 24th January 3.00 - 3.30pm Tuesday 25th January 9.00 - 9.30am Thursday 27th January 3.00 - 3.30pm Friday 28th January 9.00 - 9.30am If you are unable to come in at these times, you can leave an order at the front office and collect the uniforms the following day or see Teresa Barrand at the Library to make alternative arrangements.

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RDAS achievement awards Class Awards were presented to students from all school grades last week.

An Achievement Award is awarded for the student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement and ability in a number of curriculum Areas. A good role model to others An Effort Award for students who have demonstrated an outstanding, conscientious and consistent effort in most subjects. A cooperative, willing and positive attitude.

Special Award for students who has made a excellent contribution in a particular area Year 12 Mrs Kate Bennie - Achievement Tanya Bilka, Effort Cassie Davies.

Year 11 Mr Dan Bradley – A Paige Aldenhoven, E Melissa Roach.

Year 10 Ms Sarah Van Dyke – A Verity Casserly, E Jacob James, S Jamie-Lee Oldfield.

Year 10 Ms Vicki Bourlioufas – A Jamie-Lee Oldfield, E Tamera Harvie, S Matthew Plant.

Year 9 Mr Shane Hodgson – A Rebecca Clancy and Kate Zwar, E Sophie Wissell, S Zak Zeptner.

Year 9 Mrs Gillian Oak – A Laura Gray, E Nicole Darling, S Lachlan Zupp.

Year 8 Miss Nardene Edmonds – A Camille Bennie, E Stephanie Woodall, S Kelvin D’Amore.

Year 8 Mrs Karen Grantham – A Linda Jane Bowden, E Casey Potts, S Nathan Brusnahan.

Year 8 Mrs Irena Vigar – A Ami-Lee McPaul, E Hannah Wilson, S Rachel Sheppard.

Year 7 Mrs Sharon Fuss – A Kimberly Smith, E Simon Gray, S Alexander Lychko.

Year 7 Miss Natalie Jones – A James Russell, E

Delaney Evans, S Tara Jordan.

Curriculum Awards were awarded to the Year 11-12 students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in particular curriculum areas according to their Year level.

Arts - Aiez Ahmed Yr 12.

English - Tanya Bilka Yr 12 and Health and Physical Education - Tanya Bilka Yr 12.

Mathematics – Renay Adams Yr 11.

Design and Technology – Joel Bailey Yr 11.

Australian Studies – Paige Aldenhoven Yr 11.

Science - Chelsea Lea Vandenberg Yr 11.

Food and Technology – Stephanie Foster Yr 12.

Photography Award – Kirby Blake Yr 12.

Literature Award – Renay Adams Yr 11.

Special Prize Awards were presented to: Music – Renay Adams.

Sport – Belinda Petherick, Ben Hansford, and Jaebyn Drefke.

RITE award – Jamie-Lee Oldfield.

Citizenship – Daniel Perkins, Jamie-Lee Oldfield and Nathan Kittel.

Principal’s Awards – Tanya Bilka, Rebecca Clancy and Kristen Worby.

Integrity and Caring – Daniel Perkins, All-rounder – Tanya Bilka.

Outstanding School Service – Emily Traeger.

Student Voice – Nathan Kittel.

Sport Recognition Awards – Tara-Jane Hill.

Community members and parents Peter Wooldridge, Avril Luke and Jeff Bennie were also recognized for service to the school

We would like to say a big “thank you” to the following sponsors for your kind donations and assistance, which have contributed to the success of our R-6 Concert & 7-12 Presentation Night: WMC – Olympic Dam, Monadelphous Engineering, Roxby Downs Community Club, The Monitor, Garry Baker Building, RDAS Parents & Friends Association, Spencer Tafe, The Dunes Café , Roxby Downs Council, Roxby Downs Pharmacy, Roxby Traders - Mitre 10, Roxby Downs Leisure Centre, Roxby Downs Milk Distributors, Roxby Downs Minister’s Association, RoxFM, Career Employment Group, Heading Contractors, Roxby Downs Community Library, Barry Wakelin MP, Mensland Roxby Downs, Roxby Downs Milk Distributors, Autopro – Roxby Downs and Roche Mining (JR).

Winding up the year for R-6 students The end of the 2004 school year has quickly arrived and we would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe and happy festive season.

For the students and families leaving the town, we hope that you take fond memories with you of your time at the school.

To the staff who know that at this point in time, that they are leaving- Ms Bec Fischer, Ms Nicole Richter, Ms Emma Bartsch and Ms Caroline Andrews we wish you all the best and thank you for your contributions to the school.

Many staff still do not yet know their placements for 2005, but we hope to see many of you back next year and if not, we wish you well in the future wherever you may be.

Concert Night… was a huge success with all students participating enthusiastically and being a great audience.

The teachers and students are to be commended on their great preparation and performances of dancing, singing, acting, boot scooting and umbrella twirling!

A big thankyou to the large number of parents and friends that attended and to those parents who assisted with such things as making costumes and face painting we sincerely thank you.

Year 6 Graduation…The final assembly of the year on Friday 26th November contained many regular features, but in particular acknowledged the Year 6s as they graduate to the Middle School in 2005.

We wish them all the best throughout their high

school years and thank them for their contributions.

The teachers are very proud of your achievements with some excellent role models and leaders of the future moving into our Middle School.

Another highlight of the assembly was a skit performed by the teachers, which was enjoyed immensely by all.

Be reassured though, that our students do not behave like that in their lessons!

Reports…All reports for R-6 students will be sent home this Friday.

We hope that parents and students will look at the reports together and reflect on the comments written by teachers, particularly feel proud of your strengths and set goals to work on in 2005.

Along with reports will be an information letter explaining class placements and other important information for a smooth transition to 2005.

At this stage, all classes will be straight year levels however due to the transient nature of the town and our uncertainty of final numbers changes could be made prior to school commencing.

All staff may also not be known at this time, however, they will be advised to parents prior to school commencing on 31st January 2005.

On behalf of the R to 6 cohort thankyou to all the wonderful students for making this a great year.

We hope everyone has a fabulous holiday and look forward to seeing you back in 2005.

Lyn Ferenci, R-6 Assistant Principal.

BUDDY of the week

‘Buddy of the Week’ Awards were awarded to: R-2 Winner – Damon Hill, and 3-6 Winner – Nikki Pedler.

The following students received achievement awards at the recent R-6 Assembly.

Congratulations to these students: Year R-2 Achievement Awards Mrs Pedler – Karie Hayes, Sam Michels Mrs Cormack – Jayden Grantham, Mitchel Ryan Mrs Zeptner – Joel Smith, Laura O’Sullivan Mr Petty – Cameron Williams, Amy Rigg Ms Dalgety/Miss Campbell-Colquhoun – Alynnta Tahu, Elijh Thoman Miss Richter/Mrs Van Laarhoven – Tenaia Holden, Jaizane Phelan Miss Wastell – Daniel Adamson, Nikki Warthold Miss Bartsch – Bill Jones, Morgan Rigg Miss Steele/Mrs Haddock – Aaron Darling, Daniel Gilliland-Rocque Dance & Drama – Tori Dearman, Georgia McDonough Year 3-6 Achievement Awards Mr Jones – Luke Ryan, Tiffanie Austen Mr Gera – Logan Hodgetts, Kate Wilson Miss Arthur – Errin McDonald, Shauni Tiller Mrs Meyer – Tyler Summerton, Jarryd Kelly Mrs Partington/Mrs Sutton – Taylor Lindner, Sophie Lepinath Miss Nash – Ty-James Hancock-Inglis, Skye Kelly Mr Wyskamp/Mrs Ferenci – Ryan Adamson, Brittnee Hancock Miss Litster/Mrs Bennie – Alex Ingham, Jordan Noble-Bush Mr Summerton – Eugene Frech, Peter Lavrick Dance & Drama – Jack Luscombe, Kaitlin James, Ellen Peters Special Ed – Victor Tkatchenko, Jayme Doran

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A full year for senior students Another year has come to a close and once again we are about to break for the Christmas holidays.

The Year 12s are getting closer to the release of their final results; this normally occurs the week before Christmas, but stay tuned to the media as they will announce the actual release dates as soon as SSABSA authorises them.

Year 7-11 students can expect report cards to be given out on the last day of term. These will only be available from the front office during the following week.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those parents and community members who volunteered their time and energy into helping out at various levels of the school.

Whether you drove a bus, took a carload of students, ran a club, helped out on a camp or just attended assemblies or Open Day, your participation was greatly appreciated.

Without your help, many of the extra activities we offer students at our school would not be possible.

Year 12 Formal…The Year 12 formal evening was held on November 19th at the Roxby Downs Club and was entirely organised by the Year 12 students themselves.

Congratulations go to each and every one of them not only on their wonderful attire for the evening, but also for the way they made the occasion an enjoyable one for all concerned.

Many of you may have seen them on the main street lawns being photographed in all their finery.

7-12 Presentation Night…This was held on Wednesday November 24th in the Auditorium.

This was an evening to celebrate student success at our school, and a variety of awards were given to a wide range of students.

YEAR 12s...Year 12 speakers Daniel Perkins, Aaron Watkins and Tanya Bilka address the final senior 2004 assembly.

TIME WARP...Students perform their own version of ‘The Time Warp’ for the final Year 7-12 assembly.

Academic success, sporting success, community involvement and service to the school were all acknowledged, recognising the fact that there are many ingredients necessary to make up a successful school environment.

The guest speaker was Mia Handshin who urged students to follow their own voices in life, making the best choices that they possibly can.

The evening was interspersed with musical items by a number of talented students who kept us entertained throughout.

Many thanks to the organising committee who worked long and hard to ensure that the

evening was a true celebration of Roxby Downs Area School in 2004.

Highlights of 2004 for Years 7-12.

• Sports Day • Swimming Carnival • RDAS Open Day • Our new facilities in the Senior School • SASSSA basketball successes for Year 8 and Year 10 boys Basketball • Science Questacon • Science Quiz Night • RAVE Dance • The many camps held during the year • Clubs on Friday afternoons • Student Voice setting up the lunchtime

Sports Shed and manning it with volunteers • Year 10 RITE programme • Increased numbers in School Based New Apprenticeships for Years 11/12 • Year 12 Art Exhibition • Breakfast Club • Two students winning literary awards during the year • The largest Year 12 class ever to go through RDAS • The MAD (Making A Difference) programme for Years 9 & 10 students Joslyn Fox, Assistant Principal 712.

Parents and Friends offer Christmas wishes Welcome to our last newsletter for the year.

We had a great turnout at our last meeting on Tuesday November 9th.

As mentioned in previous newsletters P&F have made contributions to many different areas of the school, the most recent being: curtains for the computer room, R-6 Concert and 7-12 Presentation Night, and the School Magazine.

Our first meeting for next year will be on Wednesday February 2nd at 7.30pm in the school staffroom.

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will be held on Wednesday March 2nd at 7.30pm in the school staffroom.

Hope to see you there.

On behalf of our President Sheila Culf and committee members, we would like to thank all parent and friend helpers throughout the year.

We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and have a wonderful and safe school holidays.

See you in 2005.

Annette Jackson, for the P&F Committee.

A message from the Principal Dear Parents and Friends.

Another school year has passed by quickly.

So much has happened and been achieved we can only wonder how we could have fitted so much in.

Year 12s…We say a sad and final farewell to our Year 12s.

These students have represented themselves, their families and their school admirably through a difficult and stressful year.

We wish them every success in the future and good luck as they await their results.

R-6 Concert Night…A large crowd of parents and friends attended our recent R-6 Concert Night. E very vantage point was taken in the Recreation Centre Stadium to view some very entertaining performances by the classes.

This was an excellent night which showcased the vast talents amongst our students and staff.

Thanks go to Mrs Natalie Haddock, Ms Carly Nash, Ms Georgina Arthur, Ms Kate Underwood, Mr Zane Petty and Mr Chris Jones for their wonderful work organising the evening.

Many thanks to the Recreation Centre, Mr Laurence Duggan, teachers and support staff for all of their hard work.

A special thanks to all those parents who did such a great job with making their children’s costumes etc.

Well done everyone.

7-12 Presentation Night…Our secondary Presentation Night was again very successful. Congratulations to all winners particularly the following who won the Principal’s Award, Tanya Bilka Year 12, Rebecca Clancy Year 9, and Kristen Worby Year 7.

Congratulations to Mr Peter Wooldridge who received the Barry Wakelin Award for his considerable contribution to the school over several years.

Peter and Kathy’s son Ashley completes his schooling this year, so ending 18 years of involvement by either one of them on their children’s school Governing Council. During my time here Peter has assumed the integral roles of Chairperson and Treasurer on Council. I extend my sincere thanks and congratulations to him on all of his wonderful work for our school.

Congratulations to Mrs Avril Luke and Mr Jeff Bennie for being recipients of the school’s Excellence Service to school award.

These two parents have put countless hours of work into helping the school be a better place for us all.

Mrs Luke has done considerable work for the Parents & Friends Association, while Mr Bennie has volunteered for countless camps and excursions as bus driver and supervisor over many years.

Well done to both and thank you.

We were also fortunate to have as

guest speaker Ms Mia Handshin who gave us an insight into her own experience as a student, a voice for youth and how we should trust our “inner voice”.

She said that youth of today have much to contribute and their voice should be encouraged and listened to.

She impressed on all of us to have the courage to stand up for what is right and listen to the truth that lies within.

Miss Handshin began her career as a 12 year old SRC Rep, became a spokesperson for youth, has a weekly column in The Advertiser, is a practising lawyer who has a passion about international conflict resolution.

Thank you to the many parents and students who attended on the night despite many with work commitments etc.

Staffing…We farewell the following permanent teachers – Ms Rebecca Fischer (Adelaide), Ms Dianne Allen (Saddleworth), Ms Caroline Andrews (Adelaide), Ms Lyndall Craker (having a baby), Mrs Kathy Hoffmann (having a baby) and Ms Kate Whittaker (continued leave) and thank them for their hard work and enthusiasm over the years they have worked here.

We wish them all the very best in the future.

At this stage we need to farewell the following contract or one year appointed teachers – Ms Emma Bartsch, Ms Sam Dalgety, Mr Chris Jones, Ms Renae Methofer, Miss Carly Nash, Mrs Gillian Oak, Ms Nicole Richter, Mrs Renae Schmidt, Mrs Susan Sutton, Ms Irena Vigar and Miss Melanie Wastell.

While some of these teachers may be back next year we take this opportunity to thank them sincerely for all of their contributions to the school.

Class Lists…A letter will be included in your child’s report listing who will be their home class teacher in 2005.

Unfortunately not all of our staffing has been finalised so we might not know who will be available for some classes.

Class lists cannot be finalised as yet due to the likely unforeseen transition of students in and out of the school.

Swimming Lessons…Many thanks to the Rec Centre staff, Mrs Michelle Kittel and all of the swimming instructors for their hard work during Swimming Lessons this term.

We look forward to lessons resuming in Term 1 2005.

Final Assembly/Dismissal…We will be having a final R-12 assembly in the Rec Centre’s Stadium at 12.00pm this Friday 3rd December.

All are welcome to attend. We then will have final dismissal for students at 2.00pm.

We trust that you will all have a safe and enjoyable Christmas and New Year with your families.

We thank everyone for their wonderful support this year and we look forward to another positive year in 2004. School will recommence on Monday 31st January 2005.

Jim Michalanney, Principal.

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Competition will be drawn in store, 100 The Parade, Norwood at 12noon on Friday, January 14, 2004. Winner will be contacted by phone and announced in January 20, 2004 edition of The Monitor – Your Community Newspaper. Only one entry per person accepted, no photocopies of entry form accepted. Employees of Frou Frou Baby and their immediate families are ineligible to enter.

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Frou Frou Baby competition coupon appearing in this week’s Adelaide All Over – Christmas Special feature.

Entries can be either mailed or dropped into the new Frou Frou Baby Norwood store in Adelaide.

Two lucky winners will receive a $75 voucher to spend at the Frou Frou Baby store in Norwood, which stocks the fantastic Belly or Not range designed to appeal to all women – pregnant or not. The innovative and ground-breaking fashion range is specially designed to be worn from flat stomach to full term pregnancy and uses specially designed fastening systems suitable for all women, with a Belly or Not! Mail your coupon to the Adelaide Frou Frou Baby store at 100 The Parade Norwood. SA. 5067 - or drop it in next time you are in Adelaide.

Clients can also view the extensive range and order a mail-out catalogue on-line at www.froufrou baby.com.au or phone the Adelaide store for more details.

Two entries will be drawn in store on January 14 and again on February 14 and winners will be notified by phone and announced in subsequent editions of The Monitor.

SA CAMPING WORLD...SA Camping World proprietors Ron and Marj Gillet outside the shop on Jetty Road – Glenelg. The store has a huge range or outdoor gear at great prices.

Make camping easy this summer A trip to Adelaide over the Christmas break wouldn’t be complete without a stroll down Jetty Road at Glenelg.

The prestigious seaside suburb is the city’s main coastal tourist area, and offers visitors a mix of sea and surf as well as great restaurants and shopping.

Don’t miss the opportunity to drop into Jetty Road’s SA Camping World this summer break.

SA Camping World has a fantastic range of camping and outdoor products from tents to telescopes and swags to surf mats, and just about everything in between.

Managers Ron and Marj Gillett, who for many years

ran the general store at Port Victoria on the Yorke Peninsula, bring country hospitality and service to the city and are pleased to help with any queries.

SA Camping has something for all members of the family, and also offers great gift vouchers for Christmas.

Customers need only take a short stroll down to 109 Jetty Road (close to the Glenelg Cinema Complex) to SA Camping World and view the complete range.

See some of SA Camping World’s great specials in The Monitor’s Adelaide All Over Christmas Special today, or phone SA Camping to order their current 12 page catalogue, (08) 8376 1330.

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109 Jetty Rd, Glenelg

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Just off Main North Road in the city is a big taste of all things country.

Adelaide’s Allingtons Outpost, located on Main North Road beside Parafield Airport, is your one stop shop for country clothing, boots, swags, hats and saddlery.

Allingtons Outpost owner Graham Allington has continued a family tradition in business – the family first bought a feed and fodder store in Golden Grove in 1978. In 1988 the business was divided into three sections for the three Allington sons and became Golden Grove Fodder, Golden Grove Saddlery and Allingtons Hardware.

Graham, who originally owned Golden Grove Saddlery, soon expanded into country clothing when one brother later left the business. The business then became known as Allingtons Golden Grove Saddlery and then Allingtons Saddlery and Country Clothing.

In 2001, Graham moved to the current store at Parafield Airport and renamed the business Allingtons Outpost – he later began to visit field days and caravan and camping expos in order to take the products to the people.

Today, Allingtons Outpost has a huge client base

across South Australia, including a large mail order customer base.

The massive variety of stock are from brands people from the bush know and trust - including Akubra, Driza-Bone, RM Williams, Wrangler, Blundstone, Hard Yacka, Thomas Cook, Mack Boots, Down Under Swags, Blue Dog, and Bull Rush.

Stock includes a large array of men’s and ladies country style clothing and hundreds of varieties of boots, including riding boots, dress boots, country and western style boots, safety boots, and huge range of work boots and hiking boots.

Outback readers can either visit the store on Main North Road in Adelaide during their Christmas stopovers or see the Allingtons Outpost Hot Summer Sale Catalogue in today’s edition of The Monitor.

Horse lovers can obtain Allingtons’ Hot Summer Saddlery Catalogue by calling the helpful staff on 1800 062 117.

Allingtons Outpost is easy to find, just before Kings Road on Main North Road at the Parafield Airport Commercial Estate. A mail-order coupon is located on the back of today’s insert, or get online at www.allingtons.com.au.

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Christmas cheer is cheaper by the dozen It’s nearly Christmas time and homes all over Outback SA begin to ring with the cheer of pre-Christmas parties and drinks.

Don’t pay a fortune for your Christmas liquor this year – get smart and shop at Parafield Airfield Liquor Store off Main North Road in Adelaide – home of the $48 wine dozen!

If you are travelling to Adelaide get your orders in!!!

You would be mad to miss the bargains in store.

And if the boot is already full of Christmas shopping don’t panic – the crew at PALS can organise discount freight to your door.

In fact, if you are not planning a trip to Adelaide until after Christmas you can still get supplies from PALS excellent selection – the crew are happy to take credit card orders over the phone and will organise the freight as well!

Over the past 18 years, PALS has become renowned throughout Adelaide for its discount prices and huge variety – the store was originally located at the airport and moved to its current location on Kings Road eight years ago.

Wine buffs can browse through PALS extensive selection of wines from lower end varieties to premium, hard to find wines - a massive range of wines, ready-to-drinks, spirits and specialist liqueurs are available and at great prices.

PALS current $48 dollar dozen specials include varieties from Angoves, Tatachilla, Kangaroo Creek, Thompsons, Haselgrove, Basedows and Mount Jagged – the brands are ever changing and different varieties are available all the time.

A trip to PALS is guaranteed to promote Christmas cheer this festive season.

PALS is also in an easy to find location – just up Main North Road on Kings Road adjacent to the Parafield Airport.

Call the helpful team at PALS on (08) 8258 7844.

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Stay at Mount Lofty station If you are still looking for somewhere to stay over the Christmas Holidays don’t go past the Mount Lofty Railway Station. The restored 1880s stone railways station offers holiday and B&B style accommodation, just 20 minutes from the CBD in the beautiful Adelaide Hills.

The station offers flexible packages to suit singles, couples, families and small group, and is close to attractions such as Cleland Wildlife Park, Warrawong Sanctuary and Hahndorf. The area also boasts beautiful restaurants and cafes as well as wineries and is close to the sleepy hillside town of Stirling.

Some vacancies are still available from 11- 17th of January and 21st to the 27th of January. A few dates are still available in December. Bookings can be made by phoning Mount Lofty Railway Station - 8339 7400.

Kidz Trading Place 66 Belair Road, Hawthorn 5062 (opposite Mitcham Girls High School)

Phone: (08) 8373 3860 www.kidztradingplace.com.au

Quality, recycled children’s and teen wear, maternity, toys, ski-wear, football boots etc.

SA’s largest recycled shop (more than 40,000 items) NO WT AKING GOODS NOW TAKING ON CO NSIGNMENT CONSIGNMENT $48 DOZEN...Parafield Airport Liquor Store Assistant Manager Jayme Wood with some of the wines available in the famous $48 dozens. Stock up now for Christmas or your next special occasion.

MENTION THIS ADVERT TO RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT

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Line up the bargains at Just Kidding Grab a bargain at Paint Supplies of SA

CUTE & CUDDLY...Just Kidding Manager Karen Lows lines up a few of the cuddly cuties available at the store in Franklin Street in the city – Just Kidding has a huge range of baby goods, play equipment, manchester and much more.

Trikes & Scooters Puzzles Jigsaws

Educational & Infant Toys Booster Seats

Trampolines Safety Accessories

ts Car Safety Restrain

Intercoms & Monito rs Manchester

s Battery & Pedal Car

Nursery Furniture

70 Franklin St, Adelaide • Ph: (08) 8221 6006 Web: just-kidding.com.au • Email: just.kid@bigpond.net.au OFF STREET PARKING AVAILABLE

Paint your home for a great price this season with Paint Supplies of SA. Discount paints, some cans with dents and scratches. All types of paints from general household to industrial marine.

Huge range of discount paints as well as all painting needs and accessories.

Trading Hours are: 8-5 Mon-Fri 8-3 Saturdays 10-4 Sundays and Public Holidays Deliveries can be arranged to all areas.

EFTPOS facility available for telephone orders

Paint Supplies of SA Cnr of West Lakes Blvd and Phillips Cres Hendon, SA 5014

Ph: 8347 7171 Fax: 8445 8771 www.paintsupplies.com.au

Line up the bargains at Just Kidding, Franklin Street, Adelaide.

The baby store with everything has enjoyed a long association with its country cousins and has a great relationship with Roxby Downs parents.

Over the past 10 years, Just Kidding has become the largest baby store in Adelaide, and is one of the largest stores in Australia!

The shop is a parent’s paradise – it stocks a huge variety of nursery furniture, room settings, plastic playhouses, rideons, battery and pedal cars, trikes and scooters, art and craft, puzzles, play equipment, manchester, mobiles, intercoms and monitors.

And it’s all conveniently located under the one roof...with free parking… at a city central location!

See the extensive range at 70 Franklin Street, Adelaide these school holidays or ph 8221 6006.

While in Adelaide this Christmas break don’t miss the chance to grab a bargain at Paint Supplies of SA in Hendon.

The business stocks all sorts of paints for houses, cars, boats and machinery and also specialises in anti-corrosive coatings – in fact the store is home to one of the largest selections of top quality coatings in Australia.

With great discounts for cans with dents and scratches, customers are guaranteed of a good

buy – Paint Supplies buy a lot of stock by the semiload, and are able to pass on significant savings to their customers.

Major quality brands include Solver, Wattyl, Ameron, Cabots, FeastWatson and POR-15 and include specialist paints for floor coatings, and food grade approved coatings for walls and floors of food handling businesses.

Paint Supplies carries just about everything needed to paint, from brushes to spray guns,

rollers and abrasives.

Deliveries can be arranges to all rural areas, and an EFTPOS facility is also available for telephone orders.

Drop into Paint Supplies, on the corner of Westlakes Boulevard and Phillips Crescent, Hendon, Ph 8347 7171, Fx 8445 8771. Trading hours are 8am – 5pm.

Mon-Fri, 8 am to 3pm Saturdays and 10am to 4pm Sundays and Public Holidays.

Paint Supplies will be closed Christmas Day.

ADELAIDE EVENTS...Settle down to some major summer events in Adelaide these holidays.

Huge variety at Virginia Nursery If you are a green thumb with a penchant for plants look no further for a fix than Adelaide’s Virginia Nursery.

Great for Christmas gift ideas, Adelaide’s biggest and best nursery has a fantastic range of new season plants as well as excellent established varieties, topiaries, shrubs, palms, trees, ground covers, and indoor and outdoor plants.

Visitors will be awed by the nursery’s huge range of stunning water features, statues and garden design ideas, and the expert staff GREAT GARDEN VARIETY...Grace your outdoor area can help you design a garden or with one of the fantastic water features available at water feature best suited to your Virginia Nursery in Adelaide. needs.

The nursery also has an extensive as Adelaide’s largest range of visit – Virginia Nursery is lorange of sandstone pots, urns, glazed and terracotta pots. cated on Gawler Road, Virginia pedestals and letterboxes as well Call in during your Christmas – ph 8380 9767.

Come and visit Virginia Nursery on your next visit to the city – one of Adelaide’s largest garden centres!

Gawler Road, Virginia, South Australia 5120 Phone (08) 8380 9560 Fax: (08) 8380 9767 Email: virginianursery@adelaide.on.net

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• Beautiful water features, Tivoli statues, sandstone pots, urns, pedestals, letterboxes • Huge range of indoor and outdoor plants • Large range of plants from ground covers to advanced trees, topiaries and standards, weeping trees, ornamentals, conifers, Lilly Pillys, roses, instant hedges, hedging plants, potted colour and palms

Helpful and experience staff Delivery Service available Trading hours: 8am to 5pm, 7 days a week except Good Friday and Christmas Day

Drop in and take a look on your next trip to Adelaide – Just off Port Wakefield Road, a few minutes up Gawler Road in Virginia.

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Dear Paul and Kathy Congratulations and good luck with your new business venture, Roxby Takeaway.

We hope that the future is very prosperous for you.

Best Wishes from Lorraine, Warren and all the Staff at Lin Andrews Real Estate - Roxby Downs.

431 Anzac Road

9 Knapman Street

IDEAL FAMILY HOME 56 Pioneer Drive Three bedrooms of generous size (all with carpet and built-ins), open dine/lounge, timber flooring to kitchen and dine, pantry, ducted evap air-con, gas heating and cooking, 2 x linen cupboards, Austar connection, fibreglass in-ground pool with shade, pergola area with rockery and ferns, aviary, 3m x 12m shed.

Vendor keen to sell – $220,000 ono

VERY APPEALING HOME 25 Quandong Street Good sized 4 bedroom home, all with built-ins, large lounge and dine, good amount of cupboard space in the kitchen, beautiful timber flooring throughout, freshly painted inside, evaporated ducted air, pergola with decking and all season entertaining area, 6m x 6m shed with power, concrete floor and reverse cycle air con, pattern paved driveway and walkway, established gardens on auto retic. All offers submitted to vendor.

Offers over $260,000 Open inspection Sat Dec 4 and Sun Dec 5, 7pm to 7.30pm.

COMPLETE HOME 3 Cassia Way, Myall Grove Caravan Park This two bedroom home comes furnished with double bed, single bed, fridge, microwave, dining room tables and chairs, TV cabinet, lounge, ducted evap air, 1x 1.5 hp and 1x 2hp reverse cycle air cons, carport, garden shed. paved rear yard. Possible rent $210 $215 /wk ($70 site fees) $52,000 ono Don’t trust just anyone with your valuable investment.

Property Consultant Geoff Chick knows the local market and can help you get results!

Geoff Chick 0417 816 738

OVER 14 YEARS OF LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

$195,000

An impressive family home – Immaculate throughout and set on a large allotment. 3 bdrms with new carpet, large kitchen with ample cupboard space. Formal lounge with fench doors to the landscaped front yard. Office with s/syst air con and sunroom at rear, a detached rumpus room with BIRs. Ducted air con, 2 separate carports, 3 sheds, a garden shed, rainwater tank, watering system, TV tower and established gardens. A home that you can move in and enjoy.

$240,000

Lifestyle living in sought after area – 3 bdrms, 2 with BIRs and ceiling fans, 3rd with air con. 2 bthrms, polished floorboards to entry of formal lounge which has gas heating and ceiling fan. Ducted air con thru out, kithcen with floorboards and timber cupboards, d/washer, established gardens, fenced pool, 3 sheds and dble carport. Roller shutters, TV tower, rainwater tanks. Fully furnished 2 bdrm flat with kitchen, bath and laundry at rear, returning $120 /wk. Inspection recommmended.

162 Ellen Street, Port Pirie

Phone: (08) 8632 1511 Fax: (08) 8633 0411 www.lavisrealestate.com.au

BUY, SELL & INVEST Comfortable home in ’s own 75 PIONEER DRIVE...This comfortable three-bedroom home is packed with bonuses and immaculately maintained.

in Roxby Real Estate Review

ljhooker.com.au Seaside Development – Pt Hughes Allotments from $95,000 Beachfront from $250,000 House and Land Packages from $350,000 Residential Development – Port Hughes Allotments from $74,000 House and Land Packages from $266,000 Residential Development – Kadina Allotments from $58,000 L.J. Hooker Moonta/ Wallaroo 45 George St, Moonta

(08) 8825 2007 www.patrickscove.com.au

a convenient location The team at Lin Andrews Real Estate is offering a a great new investment opportunity in Roxby Downs this month.

Lin Andrews Real Estate is now showcasing 75 Pioneer Drive - a wellmaintained home with all the essentials.

Conveniently located close to a park and school, this property is very very tidy and offers three bedrooms with built-in robes.

Two of the bedrooms are double sized.

The home features a comfortable formal lounge, a kitchen with large adjacent dining area, a central bathroom, separate toilet and laundry.

This home has been immaculately maintained and includes ducted evaporative air-conditioning and gas heating.

The rear yard has recently been repaved to some areas.

It offers generously-sized under-cover

entertaining area, a huge four-car shed, a garden shed, low maintenance garden with irrigation system and a single carport.

The home also has roller shutters to all windows giving protection from the extreme summer heat and providing extra security as well.

There is nothing that needs to be done to this property - you could quite easily just move in and settle down.

It would definitely suit the astute home buyer looking for a low maintenance home.

On the other hand, it would also suit an investor who would like a tenant to move in immediately.

This property has the potential to be leased for $330 per week as soon as settled.

For further information or an inspection, please contact Lorraine Aubrey at Lin Andrews Real Estate - Roxby Downs on (08) 8671 2000.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS COMPETITION t brough y l d u o Pr by... to you

Best Street & Best House Chance to win a $500 Voucher from Roxby Traders Mitre 10 Get $10 off your power bill – just for registering!

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Terms and Conditions 1.Your address only will be printed in the Monitor community newspaper as part of the competition.

2.The $500.00 voucher is for best house in Roxby Downs judged from December 1 - December 17, 2004.

3.Best Street award will be a perpetual trophy to be displayed in Mitre 10 each year.

4.Register at Mitre 10 Roxby Downs or the Roxby Downs Council during normal Business hours to receive $10.00 per household discount off the next power bill.

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North East

NO STRESS NO FUSS

A new outlook on Aussie living As the third largest island off mainland Australia and located peacefully 18kms off southern South Australia, Kangaroo Island has been gracefully stepping onto the stage of one of Australia’s unique getaway destinations.

Currently it is launching itself as a destination of priceless land availability to local and interstate martkets.

‘The Outlook at Kangaroo Island’ is a rare land release, according to selling agent Richard Wedding, principal of the local Century 21 office at Kangaroo Island. “Rare, simply because few places in the world can offer such uninterrupted stunning coastal and mainland views on such generously sized allotments.”

“Elevated and gently sloping to capture the million dollar views, ‘The Outlook at Kangaroo Island’ is also surrounded by undisturbed bushland and protected species of flora and fauna attracting an abundance of wildlife seldom found elsewhere.”

The island is easily accessed by a regular 45minute ferry ride where vehicles are welcome, or by a half hour flight departing Adelaide Airport.

“Whichever way you choose to come to the island, there is a real sense of leaving the rat race behind and slipping back in touch with nature and an unspoilt and carefree lifestyle and community. And now that this land is available you can become a part of that, you can have your own island home. “ says Mr Wedding.

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Lot 51 Andamooka – “Investors treasure chest.” 3 bdrms, 2 bathrooms, large lounge and large entertaining area. $70,000 negotiable. Web ID 713216 8 Alford Court – “Invest for your future.” 4 bdms with BIRs, ensuite to main, large walk in pantry, ducted air, ceiling fans, gas space heater, front and back verandahs, dble carport UMR, garage plus attached carport, land approx 1150m2. Leased $300/wk/3yrs. $245,000. Web ID 755070 2/46 Aquila Boulevard – “At this price - rarer than hen’s teeth”. 3 bdrm maisonette, BIRs, large lounge, new floor coverings, full length bull nose verandah, garden shed, ducted air, pergola. Leased at $230 /wk till 23/04/05. $179,950

ISLAND LIVING...

‘The Outlook at Kangaroo Island’ is a rare land release, according to selling agent Richard Wedding, principal of the local Century 21 office at Kangaroo Island.

“Rare, simply because few places in the world can offer such uninterrupted stunning coastal and mainland views on such generously sized allotments.”

For more information about this unique investment and lifestyle opportunity, turn to Page 24.

“The allotment sizes at ‘The Outlook’ are very generous and average around 2000 sqm which is almost unheard of in today’s coastal land releases. And what they overlook, they really are world-class views, but at South Australian prices,” added Mr. Wedding.

Promoted to an international audience as a unique Australian holiday destination, Kangaroo Island boasts superb sailing, surfing, scuba diving, fishing, bushwalking, boating and swimming.

It produces an array of natural culinary products that can be enjoyed throughout its relaxed restaurants and cafes.

But its significant natural

resources including its amazing variety of wildlife, magnificent flora and fauna and unspoilt natural parks, beaches and reserves and its protection of them that ensures the ongoing preservation of what money simply cant buy.

‘The Outlook at Kangaroo Island’ is situated by the township of Penneshaw, just minutes from the marina and where there the ferry docks.

For further information on ‘The Outlook at Kangaroo Island’ you can contact Richard Wedding at CENTURY 21 Myles Pearce Kangaroo Island on (08) 8553 2688 or v i s i t www.theoutlookatkang arooisland.com.

Wayne, David, Penny and staff wish all our Roxby Downs clients and acquaintances all the best for the Festive Season and thanks for all your support throughout 2004.

1 Blanche Crt – “Investment opportunity.” Well postioned 4 bedroom, ensuite and BIR's, good sized lounge, sep dining, gas kitchen, heating/cooling, carport UMR, currently leased at $1043 /month until 2006. $249,950.

Web ID 758450 25 Irrapatana Street – “An opportunity begins here”.

Family home, 4 bdrms with BIRs, ensuite to master, gas kitchen with d/washer, ducted cooling, gas heating, paved pergola and powered tool shed. $224,950. Rent potential $300-$320 /wk.Web ID 750688

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4 Melaleuca Court – “Wanted - one loving family”. 3 bdrms, all with BIR’s. Large lounge, games/rumpus, good sized dining, gas kitchen, heating and cooling, large outdoor entertaining area, plus undercover workshop, Colorbond shed, cubby house, viewing recommended. $249,950.

Web ID 754474

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8 Morethia Court – “Buy now and invest for your future.”4 bdrms, main with ensuite and WIR, BIRs to other 3, large open plan lounge, dining, family and gas kitchen with walk in pantry, gas heating, ducted air, dble carport UMR, front verandah, pergola. Leased at $1122 /mth. $254,950. Web ID 756615 30 Myall Street – “The Killa Villas - attention all investors.”Group of 3 brick villas on single title, 2x2 bdrms and 1x3 bdrms. Al have high ceilings and two way ensuite to master, extra toilet and shower in the 3 bdrm. All bdrms have BIRs, tiled family and dining with a good sized, well equipped kitchen forming part of the open plan design, all with r/c split system air con, garage with roller door and access door to home, outdoor pergola area and easy care auto retic gardens. Currently leased at $800 /wk. $455,000 7a Willaroo Street – “Live in or rent out”. 4 bdrms, 2way/ 3way bathroom to master. WIR, bay window to front bdrm, good size open plan lounge, formal dine and casual meals area. Well equipped compact kitchen, heating and cooling, bull nose front verandah with awnings. Carport UMR, large side verandah, tool shed and easy care gardens. $195,000.

Rent potential around $275/wk.

Lot 1374 Tutop Street – “Zoned District Business Zone” Approx 2343m2 of land with 58 metre frontage, suitable for retail shops on application. $195,000 neg.

Web ID 760795

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Simply Port Augusta's best ever waterfront living!

Selling soon!

10 Mackay Street, Port Augusta Ph: 8642 3322 John Rejack : 0412 089 941 Greg Kipling: 0419 708 164

17 Mackay Street, Port Augusta Ph: 8642 2033 Michael Rowbottom: 0412 399 366 Mick Gilbert: 0417 839 565

Luxury 2 and 3 bedroom, 2 storey townhouses situated right on the Westside Foreshore.

Spacious kitchen/dining, master bedroom with ensuite. Close to shops, private access, magnificent views.

Official launch - Port Augusta Yacht Club, El Alamein Road, Port Augusta Saturday, December 4, 10am - 12 noon.

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OUT AND ABOUT

LOVELY LADIES…Natasha Swan and Cassie Davies were all frocked up for the senior students formal held in Roxby Downs at the end of November.

LITTLE LADIES...Lucy Prior and Abbey Dunn at St Barbara’s Parish School annual international dinner.

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BIRTHDAY…Dolly Massey celebrated her birthday with fellow workmates Renee Aldenhoven, Angie Harvey and Natasha Mansell at Roxby Chinese.

FORMAL...Local senior students Thea Gluyas and Jessica McKinnon dressed up for their senior formal in Roxby Downs at the end of last month.

DRESSED TO IMPRESS...

Adrian, Fabian and Kathleen Do Santos dressed in national costume for the St Barbara’s Parish School International Dinner.

DINNER...Dr Hema John and Lakshmi Rao at the International Dinner.

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OUT AND ABOUT

BIRTHDAY FUN...Dolly Massey recently celebrated her birthday with, back, Michael New, Ian Witherick, front, Vaughan Green, Jack Massey and Angela Newman, at the Roxby Chinese Restaurant.

CHOIR...St Barbara’s Parish School choir peforming at the school’s annual international dinner last month.

GOLFERS…Michael Champion and John Kerr at the Roxby Downs Golf presentation dinner.

GOLF PRESENTATIONS…Tony Holbrook, Donna Hill, Simon Gray and, back, Seb Holbrook at Roxby Downs Golf Club’s presentation night.

FORMAL…Ashley Wooldridge, Aaron Watkins and Adam Gilbertson threw on their glad rags for their senior school formal last month.

Clare Valley Cottages Situated on Riesling Trail, Clare.

6 (1-2) bedroom self-contained cottages with spas.

Summer Special

Minimum 3 days – $270 including Continental Breakfast provisions.

Available Nov-Feb

Phone (08) 88423131 or 0427 842 232

SENIOR FORMAL…Daniel Perkins and Kayla Langdon at their senior formal in Roxby Downs last month.

VOLUNTEERS…Fr Jim Monaghan, Cynthia Thompson, Ree Tyas and Delfin Delizo serving the crowd at St Barbara’s Parish School’s annual international dinner last fortnight.

Call our ‘holiday hotline’ with your Christmas party news!

SATINS AND SILKS…Bec Penglase and Belinda Petherick dressed to the nines for their senior formal in Roxby Downs.

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The Monitor - Your Community Newspaper willl deliver its final issue for the year on December 16, 2004. To get all your holiday announcements and news into the paper before the end of the year, contact The Monitor before Wednesday, December 8.

The first 2005 issue of the paper will hit local doorsteps on Thursday, January 20. The Monitor office will be open for the New Year from Monday, January 10, or phone Editor Seonie Lyon on 0408 267 358 with your holiday news and events.

ner Christmas Din

Saturday December 18 5pm to late $35 per person $6 kids under 12 years Santa will be there from 6.30pm with a surprise for the kids.

nctions Parties and Fu

Set menus and platters available to suit all budgets.

Bookings essential.

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YOUTH

Local kids retell a timeless story

www.roxbydowns.com www.roxfm.net ...for up-to-date movie guides every time!

Friday, December 3 – Tuesday, December 7 Catwoman – Rated: M. Friday 8pm; Saturday 2pm; Sunday 8pm; Tuesday 8pm.

Sharktale – Rated: G. Saturday 11am; Sunday 11am & 2pm.

Friday, December 10 – Tuesday, December 14 Bridget Jones Diary 2 – Rated M. Friday GIRLS NIGHT OUT Movie Marathon, Dunes Cafe Open from 6pm for coffee and cake; Saturday 2pm; Sunday 8pm; Tuesday 2pm.

Yu Gi Oh – Rated: PG. Saturday 11am; Sunday 11am & 2pm; Monday 11am & 2pm; Tuesday 11am.

Remote Access Machines Computers to suit your needs and budget.

Free Christmas gift, $20 RRP, with every sale in December

CHRISTMAS STORY... Roxby Downs Christian Community Church hosted a nativity play last month.

Scenes from the performance, clockwise, from top, volunteer coordinator Karim Gilliland leads the Sunday School players in song, Divine Togara hosts the inn with no rooms, while Kate Zwar and Laura Kruger played the parts of Joseph and Mary.

ROXBY DOWNS…Roxby Downs Christian Community Church Sunday School hosted its annual Christmas Show on Sunday, November 21, 2004.

This year’s show was a modern adaptation of the Christmas Story – aptly named ‘the Star’.

The production was directed by Karim Gilliland with the help of many, many parents and church volunteers.

STRIVING FOR SILVER...RDAS student Jamie-Lee Oldfield is working towards her silver Duke of Edinburgh Award .

Student has her eye on the prize

“The kids were beautiful,” Ms Gilliland told The Monitor.

“There was a huge effort from everyone involved – the kids themselves, their families and the support of the congregation.

“It was great fun and everyone did a great job with a very short amount of time to prepare and a lot of last-minute hiccups.”

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Ph 8671 1423 Creative Trims & Craft Stockists of a wide range of: • Quilting • Embroidery • Craft Supplies • Wadding • Vliesofix cottons • Over 300 bolts of fabric • Beads • Laces • Ribbons • Haberdashery After Christmas Sale

Selected fabrics at $16m Open: Monday and Friday, 9.30am to 2.30pm or by appointment by phoning Jean

8671 0153 • 24 Curdimurka St Closed from Dec 16 - 21

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School students get a s close look at local news RDAS...Students from Mrs Partington’s and Mrs Sutton’s Year 4 at Roxby Downs Area School visited The Monitor Your Community Newspaper in Roxby Downs. The Monitor’s regional sales representative Misty Gale discussed newspaper techniques with students during the visit.

Local Roxby Downs Area School Year 10 student Jamie-Lee Oldfield is going for silver – her silver Duke of Edinburgh award that is.

The Duke of Edinburgh award is an Australia-wide program for youth between the ages of 14 and 25.

Unlike most awards, participants complete only against themselves.

“It’s pretty much all about self motivation,” JamieLee told The Monitor last month.

The Duke of Edinburgh is comprised of three awards - Gold, Silver and Bronze - and each award is split into four parts - Skill, Service, Physical and Expedition.

To complete one of the awards participants must achieve a certain number of hours on each of the four tasks - the hourly requirements vary for each level of award.

“For Skill you have to work on something you’re interested in, like a hobby of some sought, I worked as a station hand and you just have to record how many hours you do,” Jamie-Lee said.

“For Physical you have to do a sport for at least eight weeks - I did camp drafting which is horse riding.

“With Service you have to do a community service for about 30 hours, I worked with Student Voice and volunteered in the school canteen.

“Expedition gets longer as you go into the higher awards, however, for Bronze you have to do a twoday overnight trip. To get to your destination you have to either four-wheel-driving, canoeing or sailing.

“You can’t be helped by anyone, you have to cook and fend for yourself - I went on ‘The One and All’ for mine” As a participant finishes one of the awards they receive a medallion and an invite to a state award ceremony in Adelaide.

“You have to be 14 or older to start Bronze, 15 or over for Silver and 16 or over for Gold,” Jamie-Lee explains about the age limits.

When asked why she decided to go for the Duke of Edinburgh award Jamie-Lee said “it is fun and interesting”.

“I recommend that people give it a go - it’s a really good program to get into.

“It will look great in your portfolio and on your resumé.

“If you have a Duke of Edinburgh you’re more likely to get a job because it’s about self-motivation” Jamie-Lee hopes to go all the way and “hopefully” achieve all three Duke of Edinburgh awards.

Jamie-Lee is one of a series of RDAS students to complete Duke of Edinburgh awards over the past 10 years.

Congratulations to Jamie-Lee who, last week, was named RDAS’s ‘RITE student of the year’. JamieLee spent part of her RITE placement at The Monitor and is now employed part-time by the community newspaper.

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CLASSIFIEDS

COUNCIL SNIPPETS

Works in Progress…Draft Community Land Management Plans will be advertised and made available for public comment. Plans may be inspected at the Council office during office hours. For further information please contact David Watson on 8671 0010.

A review of vandalism occurring in the Lions Park is currently being undertaken.

Coates Hire in conjunction with Council have been proactive in reinforcing the 50km speed limit within the township. As a result, the number of speeding vehicles has reduced. Council would like to thank Coates Hire for their assistance and support.

There will be road closures in the southern section of the town to connect up services to new allotments. The length of time each closure will take depends on the type of, and how many services are to be put into place.

Council does not expect the roads to be closed any longer than one day per road crossing. A letterbox drop will be made prior to inform residents effected by this work. There may be interruptions to water/electricity and Telstra services.

Upgrade of stands and rails to Pump Station F. Completed Works…Repairs have been made to lifted footpaths in Stuart Road.

Line marking to the roundabout in Hermit Street.

Upcoming Works…Christmas banners to be displayed in Richardson Place.

Light pole to be re-instated in the vicinity of Hermit Street roundabout.

Australia Day Nominations…Nominations have now closed. Recipients will be announced at the upcoming Australia Day breakfast event to be held at the Swimming Pool. Further details to follow.

Business Signage…Local businesses have been invited to be part of new tourism signage in Roxby Downs.

Council and the Roxby Downs Business Forum have thrown their support behind new tourism signage at the corner of Olympic Way and Burgoyne Street and on the public toilet block in Richardson Place. Designs echoing the current Wilmap distributed through the Roxby Downs Visitor Information Centre have been approved. Signage sales are now open. Telephone Alex Barker on 0417 816 807 for more information.

Electricity Tariffs…New 2005 electricity tariffs will be announced early next month.

Electricity Cent A Meters…Council is purchasing five analyser meters. These meters are available for hire from Council for a small fee. Meters will assist customers to monitor their power usage.

Dog Registrations …Dog Registration Renewal letters have been sent to all registered dog owners. Please register your dog/s by November 30 2004. Fines will apply for non registered dogs. This is an offence under the Dog and Cat Management Act, punishable by a fine of $80.00 per offence. If your dog has been desexed or micro chipped, proof of this service will be required.

Fines will also apply if your dog is found to be wandering at large.

Rates Due…Second quarterly rate payments will be due on 16 December 2004.

Bushfire Prevention…Residents are requested to keep areas surrounding their homes free from litter, dry leaves and any other combustible materials. Bushfire season commences 1 November 2004 – 31 March 2005.

Permits can be obtained from the Council office during this period. Fire regulations and booklets are on display at the Council office.

Fireworks…Fireworks are only allowed to be set off by a pyro-technician with the appropriate permits.

Fines are applicable if not adhered to.

Mosquito Control...Residents are reminded to throw away any unwanted containers which hold water – old tyres, drums, place sand in pot plant bases, to seal or cover all openings in raintwater tanks and to ensure that roof gutters are not holding water. Wear loose clothing , apply insect repellent that contains DEET (Diethyl Toluamide) and use mosquito coils for outdoor activities.

Local Website…Visit your local updated website. New Forums have now been added - at www.roxby downs.com Street Lighting…Is there a street light not working near your home? Please include the exact location (street, house number) when reporting to assist in easy identification for repair.

Road Closure…Richardson Place will be closed for the Christmas Pageant event on Saturday 11 December 2004 from 4pm – 1.30am Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours…Tuesdays, 8am to 12 noon, Thursdays 1pm to 5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am to 4pm. Out of hours access call 08 8671 1154.

Council Office Hours – General…Monday to Friday—9am to 5pm Community Library Hours – Christmas…The Roxby Downs Community Library will be closed from 4.00pm Friday 24 December 2004 and will re-open on Tuesday 4 January 2005 at 9.00am.

Incorporating ROXBY POWER (Electricity Supply) ROXBY WATER (Water & Sewerage Services) Richardson Place PO Box 124 Roxby Downs SA 5725 Ph - 08 8671 0010 Fx - 08 8671 0452 Email - roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au After Hours Emergency Contact Ph - 0418 892 870

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ACCOMMODATION

PUBLIC NOTICES

WANTED TO BUY

GETAWAYS Reservation Service, Just one call to book a perfect getaway. All types of accommodation and tours, statewide. 1300 136 970, www.grs.com.au

ANDAMOOKA Football Club, applications invited for Coach for the 2005 season. All applications confidential. Please send to PO Box 65, Roxby Downs. Applications close December 3, 2004.

QUALITY baby cot with/without mattress. Phone 8671 1317.

FOR SALE BIRD AVIARY, 80cmx150cmx190cm, colourbond & mesh. $100 ONO, phone 8671 0236.

EMPLOYMENT

ANDAMOOKA Football Club, applications invited for Head Trainer for the 2005 season. All applications confidential. Please send to PO Box 65, Roxby Downs. Applications close December 3, 2004.

LEARN TO FLY Roxby Downs Aero Club, phone Ben Hammond 0407 974 002, Jim Spring 0417 867 812 or Phil Goldsworthy 0417 810 494.

Tenders for Cleaning Contract

PUBLIC NOTICES

Tenders are invited from Companies or persons within the Roxby Downs area for the provision of cleaning at Roxby Downs Kindergarten.

This contract will run until December 3, 2005 and for such succeeding periods as agreed to by the Kindergarten.

OUTBACK Fringe Festival committee meetings to be held the second Tuesday of each month at 5.30pm, Dunes Café.

All welcome. For further information, please contact festival coordinator Megan Barker on 0418 870 012.

For more information please call on 8671 0455 or AH 8671 0056.

Tenders should be sealed and marked: Tenders for Cleaning Contract PO Box 162 Roxby Downs SA 5725

ROXBY Second Hand Furniture. Trading Hours Mon – Fri 11.30am-2pm and Sat and Sun 2pm-4pm or, by arrangement by phoning 0428 138 758.

Tenders close: 5pm Friday December 17, 2004.

REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICES Arabesque Villas –

Coobowie – New beachfront villas.

Holiday accommodation avail before Dec 27 and after Jan17.

Complimentary continental breakfast first morning + extras.

Draft Management Land Plans NOTICE Is hereby given that the Roxby Downs Council proposes to adopt Community Land Magagement Plans for land classified as Community Land in a number of categories.

In accordance with the Local Government Act 1999, Council has made available copies of the Draft Management Plans for Public Comment and invites written submissions on the contest of these plans.

The Plans may be inspected at the Council Office, Richardson Place, Roxby Downs.

Any questions relating to the Management Plans can be directed to Mr. David Watson on 8671 0010.

Deadline for submission is 5pm December 30, 2004 and are addressed to: Administrator Roxby Downs Council Richardson Place, Roxby Downs W.J. Boehm Administrator

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Sunday December 5 Le Funke Cafe 2pm WMC Christmas Party 1 Sunday December 12 7pm Town Oval

Kindy Playgroup Friday December 3 Christmas Party 10am-12noon Leisure Centre

CWA Meeting Tuesday December 14 Andamooka CWA Hall 1.00pm Ph Pat Freer: 8672 7125

WMC Family Fun Day Saturday December 4 10am-4pm Town Pool

WMC Christmas Party 2 Tuesday December 14 7pm Town Oval

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WMC Christmas Party 3 Thursday December 16

7pm Town Oval WMC Christmas Party 4 Saturday December 18 7pm Town Oval Youth and Pool Christmas Party Saturday December 18 2pm-9pm Town Pool

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SPOTLIGHT ON LOCAL BUSINESS

Business meeting adjourned The next meeting of the Roxby Downs Business Forum has been adjourned until the end of February 2005.

The new meeting date is yet to be confirmed.

The venue will be The Dunes Café - $20 per head including entrée and main course. Bar facilities available.

“As Chairman of the Roxby Downs Business Forum I send my very best wishes to all businesses for a safe, happy and prosperous Christmas,” Bob Stainer said.

“Thank you all for your generous support during the year.”

For more information about the Roxby Downs Business Forum contact the Roxby Downs Council – ph 8671 0010.

Taking power beyond the Horizon • PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL • AIR-CONDITIONING • GAS FITTING

OPEN FOR BUSINESS...Part of the new Roxby Downs Subway team ready to serve when doors opened yesterday, from left, front, Kirsty Fitzsimmons, Najat Salem, Melissa Cole, back, Scott Sard and Courtney Matthews.

Subway - ready to wrap!

Olympic Dam Cnr Gunson & Kanyaka Streets PO Box 64 Roxby Downs

Phone: 8671 0018

ROXBY DOWNS…Subway opened for busi- in and then have our grand opening in the New ness in Roxby Downs yesterday after a series of Year,” he said. long delays due to building complications.

Mr Sard assured the local community that prices “We’re happy to be up here in Roxby Downs but we can’t wait to get the doors open and start get- at the new Roxby Downs store would be comting people in, off the street,” franchisee Scott parable to those in Port Augusta. “Come on Sard told The Monitor last month. down to the shop, in Richardson Place, and start “We have a lot of employment opportunities for collecting your SubClub stamps which will enlocal people so we’re going to let them all settle title you to a free six-inch sub,” he said.

Funding for local New name - same good old-fashioned service festival The Outback Fringe Festival is one of 81 to share in a total of $625,000 through the SATC’s regional events and festivals program.

The funding was provided to the festival to assisted with marketing.

Events which generate tourism in their region and boost the profile of teh state’s tourism centres.

Tourism supports 33,400 jobs in SA - 4.7 per cent of all the jobs in the state.

During the 12 month period ending March 2004, interstate markets generated almost two million visitors to SA. Other festivals to receive funding included the Feast Festival, Mount Barker Jazz and Heritage Festival, 2005 Barossa Under the Stars, Jazz in the Monster Mine and Murraylands Music Festival.

A total of 95 applications were received for this financial year’s program.

Applications for the 2005/2006 period will close at the end of March 2005.

For more information, contact the SATC Regional Events and Festival Coordinator - ph 8463 4618.

Toyota enthusiasts across the region can now shop at Northpoint Toyota in Port Augusta following the retirement of a small business icon.

Shane Grover of Shane Grover Toyota has retired.

The business, which has operated in Young Street for more than 20 years, will now become Northpoint Toyota – a name already familiar to Roxby Downs.

For many years, Northpoint Toyota has provided above and below ground field vehicles to WMC Resources and have a service office on site and also in town.

Sons Kym and Troy Grover will continue the long family tradition and work for Northpoint Toyota, along with all former staff.

The Grover family has been associated with Toyota in the mid-north

TOYOTA TEAM...The friendly team at the newly-named Northpoint Toyota in Port Augusta, formerly Shane Grover Toyota. for more than 50 years Shane Grover began his career with Toyota in 1963, when his father was appointed Dealer Principal of Ernest

Gilles Auto Port at Woomera.

The Northpoint Toyota dealership would continue to service a 460,000 kilometre

Cowell Electric welcomes new team member NEW FRIDGIE...

Doug Jiannis joins the Cowell Electric as Roxby Downs’ newest refrigeration mechanic.

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Cowell Electric now offers an expanded service to the Roxby Downs region following the addition of refrigeration mechanic Doug Jiannis to the local team.

Mr Jiannis completed his apprenticeship in 1990 and has an extensive background in maintenance and service refrigeration mechanics.

In addition to this service, Cowell Electric also offers a range of air conditioning, plumbing, gas fitting, solar power systems, electrical services, powerline construction and maintenance.

prime marketing area.

Drop into Northpoint Toyota next time you are in Port Augusta at 18 Young Street, Phone 08 86 42 3433.

Limited edition signed prints of original pastel works Local artist DAVE KOVAC

Great Christmas presents!

Available now – Roxby Downs Cultural Precinct and Dukes Bottlehouse/Andamooka Post Office Thursday, December 2, 2004 - Page 21

SHOP LOCALLY THIS CHRISTMAS

Coming soon to Roxby Downs

Subway select Sandwiches, Salads and Wraps.

Opposite RoxFM

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and safe holiday motoring Keep your eye out for our Christmas catalogue!

Le Funke Cafe Nacos Credit Union extends season's greetings to you all www.nacos.com.au Telephone: 8671 1755

All the staff at Le Funke wish you all the best for Christmas and the New Year.

Come in and check out the new stock in store now!

Gift baskets now available - pick your own!

Free gift wrapping available with all purchases

Desert Decor Look out for our Christmas catalogue with all your Christmas needs.

Book your Christmas and New Year’s functions NOW! (Minimum 20 people per function)

Layby available

Roxby Takeaway and Pizza Cafe

Tandales Hair and Beauty The staff at Tandales would like to thank the residents of Roxby, for a wonderful 2004, and to wish you all a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. on... ns available so Hair Extensio

Staff and Management at Milhinch Hourglass Jewellers extend warm Christmas wishes for a joyous Christmas.

Thank you for your patronage and safe holidaying.

Merry Christmas from all the staff at

New owners Paul and Kathy wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Pizza bar now open 7 days with the introduction of garlic bread. New menu in the near future..

2005 Blockbuster Calendar now available, over $70 worth of savings inside. $6.95 each, or spend $14.95 and receive the calendar for just $2.95

Shopping Centre Promotion Spend $10.00 or more in any Roxby Central Shopping Centre Store to win one of four bikes to the value of $200.00 per bike. (Total $800).

Entries to be placed in barrel located inside the shopping centre mall.

Competition will run from December 1 - December 11, 2004.

Christmas Pageant - December 11, 2004 Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

All new Holden, Jim Beam, Bundy, Roxy, Billabong, Rusty and Kustom Stock in store now

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Christmas Pageant Floats - win a $50.00 shopping voucher for each category.

• Best Community Float • Best Bike • Best Business Float • Best New Float • Most Outrageous Float • Best Environmental Float • Best Sporting Club Float People can register their floats at the Roxby Downs Council

by Friday December 10.

For more details please contact Alex Barker on 0417 816 807 FFor or all all your your Social Social Club Club needs.... needs....

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Roxby Downs Post Office Merry Christmas from all the staff • Great range of Christmas gifts and cards • Mobile phones and Recharge Cards • Pay your bills and do your banking (giroPost) • Pick up stationery, office supplies • Set up your own post office box

Come in and visit Sue and staff.

M-F 9am - 5pm Th 9am - 7pm

Shop 2 Richardson Place Roxby Downs 5725 Tel 8671 0130 Fax 8671 0144

FAR NORTH PHOTOGRAPHICS Super Christmas Giveaway!!

Shop with Roxby Central Traders this Christmas and support our locals!

Drive carefully, Entertain wisely, Have lots of healthy, happy fun.

Cheers – Lin Andrews Real Estate, Roxby Downs

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Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Treat your pet to something special this Christmas. Present this ad and receive $5 off the price of your next purchase.

Minimum purchase $10.00. One voucher per client per purchase. Expires December 25, 2004. Not valid with any other offer. Has no monetary value.

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SPORT SPORT

Wanderers’ easy win over Woomera November 20, 2004...

Wanderers easily accounted for Woomera at Roxby Downs Oval after the visitors found themselves batting on a damp pitch yet again after another unscheduled watering of the oval.

Woomera were bundled out for 48 with Brett Thompson taking a hat trick in his fifth and final over and Justin Allchurch taking the batting honors with a resolute sixteen not out.

Despite losing early wickets the Swaggies won by six wickets as David Blake and Ryan Briggs made sure of the victory.

Wanderers 4/52 Blake 22no, Harper 13, Briggs 12no Payne 2/7, Ingold 2/21 defeated Woomera 48 Allchurch 16 no Thompson 3/11 Harper 2/5, Gordon 2/12, Briggs 1/9.

Rogues defeated previously unbeaten Olympic Dam by sixteen runs on Sunday morning at Roxby Downs Oval to boost their morale for upcoming matches.

The Devils found themselves on the wrong end of some spirited batting

by Nathann Promnitz and Nigel Altmann and paid the penalty for dropping vital catches.

Barry Dadleh and Peter Steer finished off the good work of their team mates to bring up a very challenging total of 191 for their opponents to chase.

The Devils had a go and never gave up but were seventeen runs short of victory when Mark Speirs fell lbw to Sam Nethery in the 38th over.

Kemp top scored with 49 and while other

worthwhile contributions came from Alan Woolford and Andy Wellington the match winning partnership never eventuated against a great fielding effort by the Rogues.

Rogues 9/191 Promnitz 47, Altmann 46, Steer 26, Dadleh 26, Graham 18, Williams 10no Woolford 2/21, Henschke 1/32, Hoffmann 1/35, Kemp 1/35, Wellington 1/35 defeated Olympic Dam 175.

Kemp 49, Woolford 26, Wellington 20, Harris 15, Speirs 13, Hoffmann 12, Leonard 11, Nethery 4/31, Rochow 3/24, Promnitz 2/33, Bassett 1/10.

Gerard ‘Yogi’ Secker, Cricket Reporter.

December December 1, 2004 Indoor Netball Finals Games start 6.00pm December 4, 2004 RD Cricket Assoc.

8.30am, Rogues vs Wanderers, Roxby 5.30pm Woomera vs OD, Woomera

HIGHLIGHTS...

Spirited batting was a highlight of the weekend’s cricket.

December 8, 2004 Indoor Netball Grand Finals Games start at 6.00pm December 11, 2004 RD Cricket Ass. 9.00am, Rogues vs Woomera, Woomera 8.30am Wanderers vs OD, Roxby December 18, 2004 RD Cricket Assoc.

Possible association match

NOMINATION FORM ROXBY DARTS 2005 I....................................would like to nominate a team for the Summer Season 2005.

Name of team ...........................................................

Venue ........................................................................

Captain .....................................................................

Address .....................................................................

Phone ........................................................................

Vice Captain .............................................................

Phone ........................................................................

Email ........................................................................

I understand that I (captain) will be given Programmes, score sheets and envelopes before the Summer Season starts.

ALL NOMINATION FORMS to be recieved by the secretary NO LATER than January 14, 2005.

Season to start on February 2, 2005.

Secretary Ros Harris 60 Pioneer Drive or PO Box 211 Ph: 8671 0163

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Will be visiting Roxby Downs before Christmas IMPORTANT NOTE: Safety is our number one concern our products are safe to use in schools and hospitals.

Taylor made to treat each pest individually We include dusting of roof void to assist in the control of ants, spiders, etc.

Phone Stuart NOW!

Mob: 0427 280 291 Lic No. 200453365

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Tennis triumphs recognised

SERVING IT UP...Olivia Jansen, 7, concentrates on her serve during the weekend’s junior tennis round-robin competition.

KANGA CRICKET…Kanga Cricket coach David Boyle gives Max Hanson, 7, a few pointers last week.

Kids leap into Kanga Cricket Roxby Downs’ youngest cricketers hit the pitch last week for their first game of Kanga Cricket.

New Roxby Downs resident David Boyle has volunteered to teach local five to 10-year-olds the basics of Australia’s national sport – cricket.

Kanga Cricket is an approved program which concentrates on developing the basic skills of cricket in young players.

Boyle will follow an approved program using plastic balls, bats and wickets, in short 20minute sessions designed for young children’s shorter attention spans and physical capabilities.

“Kanga Cricket concentrates on developing skills using fun activities rather than full-on cricket sessions,” Boyle told The Monitor last week.

“A Kanga session goes for around an hour and a half with breaks every 20 minutes or so which caters for the young kids.

“We do short, sharp, fun activities that keep their interest, like basic ball handling skills, bowling skills and teaching them the correct techniques and rules for the game.”

According to Boyle, Kanga Cricket provides

an important foundation for young cricket players that has been recognised as contributing greatly to involved youths’ ongoing sporting careers.

“It’s been proven that those kids who have done Kanga or ‘Have a Go’ Cricket stand out when they start junior cricket as teenagers,” he said.

“I used to run Kanga

Cricket in Sydney before we moved here and I have two young boys, I’d like to see them continue playing now that we’re here.

“It’s important that parents get involved though – sport is always more fun for kids if their parents are involved, even if it’s only throwing a few balls.

“I’d like to see parents come along and get involved.”

Kanga Cricket will be held at the Roxby Downs cricket nets on Friday evenings, from 4.30pm to 6pm.

Participants are asked to bring along their own hats, sunscreen and a drink bottle.

For more details, contact David Boyle on 8671 1956.

Almost 30 children played in the first Roxby Downs junior tennis tournament on Saturday, November 28.

The day included a round-robin competition, with three divisions, that ran throughout the morning.

Division 3 winner - Georgia Greenfield. Runner-up Luke Rudiger. Division 2 winner - Sam Greenfield.

Runner-up Hannah Wurfel. Division 1 winner Jackson Thomson. Runner-up Rhiannon McDonough.

Sam Greenfield, Georgia White and Hanna Warr all received ‘most improved/most dedicated’ trophies over their consistent improvement over the past two school terms.

“All students were given a grading certificate with their national rating,” coach Shane Thomson told The Monitor this week. “The grading means that if they move, they’re able to start playing in a competition with other kids of the same abilities, right off.

“The grading system gauges where they’ve gone in the last couple of months and gives them objectives so they continually improve.

“It’s been beneficial for the kids to have consistent coaching this last few months.

“But it’s also been rewarding for me to see the kids coming out, week after week, smiling and enjoying what they’re doing.

“As we develop the tennis club and competitions we give them new goals to aim for and help keep their interest.”

Tennis coaching and competition resumes at the end of January.

Thomson warned that spaces are limited - please contact coach Shane Thomson 8671 1384 or 0429 697 481.

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