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CLASH OVER MYALL GROVE A dispute has erupted between permanent residents of the Myall Grove Caravan Park and new owners, the Aspen Group, about the right to on-sell privately owned dwellings in the park.

Angry caravan owners have complained to The Monitor, alleging the caravan park management is refusing to allow them to sell their vans.

“I had a potential buyer coming to see my van who stopped in at the site office first to find out about fees and regulations and was informed that if he bought the residence it would have to be moved off Aspen Park land immediately,” one angry caravan owner said.

“He now does not wish to buy the property because of that.

“I rang the caravan park manager and asked why I could not sell my residence and was told the government had changed the laws last year for every residential caravan park in South Australia.

“These new laws give management the right to give tenants 90 days notice to remove their vans.

“I was told I could rent my van out but not sell it, if I sold it, anyone who buys it would have to remove it right away.

“I said ‘I don’t understand, it is my van, why can’t I sell it?’ and was told ‘You just can’t’.

“The manager said that sites would

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“But according to the new laws whenever they feel like it they can give us 90 days notice and that site will have to be vacated,” the owner said.

The Monitor approached the Aspen Group to hear its side of the story.

“A lot of people are under the misnomer that they own the land their dwelling is sitting on,” East Coast General Manager Martin Cotterell said.

“They don’t.

“There are a hell of a lot of dwellings in here that don’t meet the code, being the owner of the property we feel it is our right to decide what is going to be built here.

“As a corporate entity we have a responsibility to adhere to building codes and tenancy laws.

“And we have the right under the Tenancy Act to approve any tenant that potentially wants to move onto the property,” he said.

An investor who paid $50,000 for a van two years ago recently had it valued at $120,000.

“I spoke to the manager of the caravan park who said he is negotiating changes,” the investor said.

“I asked what the current situation was and was told it is a case by case scenario.

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Above: Entrance sign to Myall Grove Caravan Park.

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Kidman’s kick in for airstrip

Gas finger shows Galaxies’ future Like a fork piercing a fried egg, a giant finger of hydrogen gas is poking through our Milky Way Galaxy from outside, astronomers using CSIRO radio telescopes at Parkes and Narrabri have found.

The location of the intrusion may give a crucial clue to the fate of the little galaxies the gas flows from, the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds.

“We’re thrilled, because we can determine exactly where this gas is ploughing into the Milky Way - it’s usually extremely hard to get distances to such gas features,” research team leader, Dr Naomi McClure-Griffiths of CSIRO’s Australia Telescope National

Facility said.

The gas finger, called HVC3062+230, is running into the starry disk of our Galaxy about 70 thousand light-years (21kpc) away from us.

On the sky, the point of contact is near the Southern Cross.

The finger is the pointy end of the so-called Leading Arm of gas that streams ahead of the Magellanic Clouds towards the Milky Way. Until last year, astronomers generally thought that the Magellanic Clouds had orbited our Galaxy many times, and were doomed to be ripped apart and swallowed by their gravitational overlord.

But then new Hubble Space Telescope measurements showed the Clouds were moving much faster than previously thought.

In turn, this implied that the Clouds are paying our Galaxy a one-time visit rather than being its long-term companions.

Knowing where the Leading Arm is crossing the Galactic Disk may help astronomers to predict where the Clouds themselves will go in future.

“We think the Leading Arm is a tidal feature, gas pulled out of the Magellanic Clouds by the Milky Way’s gravity,” Dr McClureGriffiths said.

“Where this gas goes, we’d

expect the Clouds to follow, at least approximately.”

The team’s measurement of where the Leading Arm intrudes into the Milky Way is more in line with the models that assume the Magellanic Clouds have been orbiting our Galaxy than with the models that have the Clouds just passing by.

Dr McClure-Griffiths cautions that this is not the final word on the subject, saying that the latter models were far from ruled out.

But the new result suggests that the Magellanic Clouds will eventually merge with the Milky Way, rather than zooming past.

The big S. Kidman pastoral company which runs Anna Creek station has opened up its heart and community spirit in coming to the aid of the tiny remote town of William Creek.

The community has been feverishly raising money in an attempt to seal the William Creek airstrip to make it an all weather strip.

Recently the town and outlying station people gathered at the William Creek Hotel to accept a donation of $6,000 from S.Kidman and Co and Anna Creek Station, towards the sealing of the airstrip.

The airstrip is used by various operators as well as the Royal Flying Doctor Service for their clinic runs and emergency evacuations,.

The community sees the sealing of the airstrip as a project of the utmost importance because with a small amount of rain the airstrip becomes unusable which means the town is completely isolated.

This generous donation from the Kidman company will help the community achieve their goal.

The Gymkhana committee has also been raising money through catering for various groups which pass through the town, and staging local events such as the upcoming annual gymkhana on Saturday, March 15th.

They have also just announced the date for their annual Campdraft and Bronco Branding which will be held this year on Saturday, August 30th.

Wayward trolleys Woolworths Limited has become Australia’s first retailer to launch a nationwide system helping to round up wayward shopping trolleys.

Called Trolley Tracker, the system enlists the support of the public to report abandoned Woolworths and Big W trolleys.

This information is then passed directly toa one of hundreds of trolley collection teams around the country who will retrieve the trolley and return it to the relevant store.

In this area stores participating in Trolley Tracker include the Woolworths store at Roxby Downs.

Kate Balfour-Ogilv y, Manager of Woolworths Roxby Downs, said, ideally, all trolleys should stay at the store in the first place.

“Trolleys are an essential tool for the weekly shop and as such we ask that shoppers always return them to trolley bays and stores.”

However, some trolleys – perhaps with a mind of their own – end up far from stores, abandoned, unloved and away from regular trolley collection routes.

A wayward trolley in Cook was reported to Trolley Tracker and returned to its owner — Woolworths Port Augusta — the journey

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was a round trip of 1,720 kilometres!

Each year 15,000 Woolworths and Big W trolleys are replaced because they are stolen, damaged or beyond repair. Some of the stolen trolleys are recovered from bush land, back streets, creeks and waterways.

The Trolley Tracker scheme is a concerted effort that asks shoppers, the community and local councils to work together to keep trolleys in stores and stop them from adversely affecting the local environment.

“Trolley Tracker collects information from members of the public and helps collection teams retrieve wayward trolleys before they have a chance to go feral”, Lyn Hall from Trolley Tracker said.

“It’s our experience that most people share our concern about lost trolleys and are only too willing to work with us to bring them back home.”

Members of the public can call Trolley Tracker on a 24 hour FreeCall number – 1800 641497 – and provide information on the wayward trolley.

They also then have the opportunity to be entered into the draw for a monthly $1,000 prize draw in each state.

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BHP Billiton helps us get fit

Above: One of the brainstorming sessions planning Roxby’s 20th celebrations.

Party planning begins The Roxby Downs community is in for a big year if initial planning for the town’s 20th birthday celebrations are any guide.

Last week a public meeting turned into a brain storming session in two workshops where ideas were thrown around on what activities should take place during the year.

One of the presenters, Laura McIlwaine said the concept was to get ideas on what events the community wanted.

“We want to generate excitement, get the ideas down on how the community wants to celebrate the milestone,” she said.

The meeting decided that a coordinated approach was needed so

functions that community, business and sporting groups were planning didn’t clash.

A calendar of events will be established so any group in town that is planning to hold a function can coordinate their activities and get promotion for their event without clashing with a similar function.

The two workshops were quite electric with energy as ideas were put forward.

However at the end, a priority list was formulated so planning can get underway immediately.

The events so far on the priority list are a formal dinner and dance, the commissioning of an art piece to commemorate the occasion, his-

torical photographic and interactive displays and the burying of a time capsule.

Others on the list include a welcome sign as you drive into Roxby Downs, a commemorative footpath or garden and an 80’s themed party which may be incorporated into the annual Family Day. The meeting decided that the majority of events should be planned around the actual 20th birthday on November the 5th.

A complete list of volunteers will be needed so any member of the community who wants to get involved can contact Arts Development Officer Rodney Mitchell at the Leisure precinct.

With autumn fast approaching we start to think about our waist line and overall fitness after a lengthy summer.

Now our personal motivation has come in the form of some help from the Big Australian.

BHP Billiton Olympic Dam will help you shape up, get healthy and be in the running to win great prizes at Market Day on Saturday.

Health professionals from Olympic Dam will be offering free health assessments to community members as a part of the Olympic Dam Health Challenge.

“The Health Challenge provides tools and incentives to help people commit to spending six months improving their fitness, strength and nutrition and losing excess weight,” Olympic Dam Vice President of Health Safety and Environment John Hatty said.

It begins with a 20 minute health assessment to test cardiovascular factors including blood pressure, muscular endurance, aerobic capacity, flexibility

Community bus for Roxby?

The Sport and Recreation events outside of Roxby “There’ll have to be a forum is working on a Downs. small charged levied on submission to prove up “It will not be a free the users to pay for fuel and the need for a community service,” Mr Male said. maintenance.” bus to operate in Roxby Downs.

The Manager of Roxby Leisure Alan Male told the forum’s recent meeting that the submission would take at least 6 weeks to put together.

“I’ll be approaching clubs on their need for such a bus and their expected potential usage,” he said.

“This will be the main point in the justification for the community bus when the submission is put before potential sponsors.

“We’ll be seeking financial support from either groups of sponsors or an individual sponsor in order to get the bus for the community.”

At this stage the best option so far canvassed is for a 20-seat bus to be available for community and sporting groups to be used to transport their members to functions or

Power to the people December, or maybe people are just more power aware these days.

“From conversations I’ve had it seems that people are being more efficient with their behaviour,” he said.

Roxby’s power consumption jumped markedly in 2006, due to a large number of new dwellings becoming occupied, many of which ran reverse cycle air conditioning, but then dropped towards the end of last year, with residents using almost 41,000 kilowatt hours less than they had for the same period the year before.

“Roxby’s power consumption definitely fluctuates with the

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during hot periods than mild.

“Our use of air conditioners is a factor, when it is hot people tend to leave their air conditioners on when they go to work so they can come home to a cool house.

“If you want to reduce your energy consumption don’t leave your air conditioning on during the day, turn it on when you come home, it doesn’t take long to cool the house.

“Using fans to move the air around will make the air conditioner more efficient too, and sometimes a fan is all you need to provide cooling,” he said. www.themonitor.com.au

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Climate change has dominated “This could be because we may weather,” Mr Hallett said. the media lately. have had a milder November and “We use significantly more power We have monsoons threatening to wash away Queensland, while much of South Australia remains locked in drought.

We are all being encouraged to conserve power and water, and here in Roxby Downs it seems those pleas have not fallen on deaf ears.

Statistics obtained from the Roxby Downs Council demonstrate that even though our community continues to grow, our power consumption has dropped.

“People are definitely using less power,” Electrical Services Manager for the Roxby Downs Council David Hallett said.

and cholesterol.

All participants will receive a starter pack which includes a water bottle, a progress card, tape measure and health information.

There will also be monthly health updates and a midway and final health assessment so people can keep motivated and check their progress.

The Health Challenge is open to the wider community, with all participants in the running to win prizes.

“By providing education and incentives we want to help people reach their health goals and minimise their risk of lifestyle diseases like heart disease, stroke and diabetes,” Mr Hatty said.

Community members who are interested in participating in the Olympic Dam Health challenge should visit the BHP Billiton display at the Market Day and book a free health assessment.

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Above: Di Kerin, Peter Kerin, Phillip Walsh and Kevin Kerin after the boys won silver for their tennis doubles at the Olympics.

FOAR has an Alliance

Roxby moves for A Special Olympics A group of Roxby Downs residents are looking at setting up a Special Olympics Branch in town.

Special Olympics is an international organisation providing year round sports training and competition to people with an intellectual disability.

More than 1.7 million athletes compete in 150 countries worldwide.

But Special Olympics is more than a sports organisation.

It is founded on the belief that people with an intellectual disability can, with proper instruction and encouragement, learn, enjoy and benefit from participation in individual and team sports.

Special Olympics offer the following sports, Athletics, Basketball, Bocce, Golf, Gymnastics, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis and Ten Pin Bowling.

Next Tuesday February 19th at 6.30pm there’ll be a gathering at the Roxby Downs Community Club to determine the best way to set up a successful branch in town.

One of the organizers Marsha Nottle

has written to individuals and clubs that may be interested in assisting in any capacity, whether it be in a coaching role, a committee member, cooking a BBQ, or selling raffle tickets.

“This will be an informal evening to discuss the possibilities that are available to us, and the level of support that we can expect to receive,” Marsha said.

“Everyone is welcome to attend.

“My brother has been involved in Special Olympics for 13 years and I am constantly amazed at what he has achieved, the friends that he has made and the social opportunities that have been made possible to him.

“He recently returned from the Special Olympics World Summer Games in China after representing Australia in Tennis, bringing home a silver medal in both his singles and doubles.

“It is a testament to what can be achieved,” she said.

If you can assist in any way or know someone who would like to come along to the meeting and bring a friend.

Cost of beer goes up again The recommended price of tap and packaged beer in South Australia has risen.

The recommendation became effective on February the 1st.

It means that when customers order tap beer in South Australian hotels, they are likely to encounter approximate price rises of around 9c for a schooner (285ml), 13c for a pint (425ml) and 6c for a butcher (200ml).

“The rise in recommended beer prices is attributed to the effect of CPI adjust-

The company has offered a sponsorship package to FOAR so it can continue to provide its invaluable assistance to one of the largest ecosystem restoration initiatives in Australia and is dedicated

to the restoration of arid lands.

Established in 1997, the program is centred around a 60km² fenced reserve from which all feral cats, rabbits and foxes have been eradicated.

This has provided an area of complete protection into which four species of locally extinct mammals have so far been reintroduced.

Arid Recovery is a unique example of a highly successful partnership between industry, government, education and community via the four way partnership that supports

Arid Recovery.

In other news the quiz night being run by FOAR on Friday February the 22nd is almost sold out.

It will be held at the community club.

The annual trapping program run

by Arid Recovery with the assistance of FOAR will be held during the week starting next Monday.

There’ll also be opportunities late in the week for the public to interact with some of the mammals and animals trapped during the week.

Clash over Myall Grove

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“I’ve had a look at the Residential Parks Act 2007 and there does not seem to be much defence for owners.

“If I can’t sell my van it will be a scrap job.

“My property is tenanted at the moment, but if I decide I want to sell I want to be able to sell at a profit, not scrap the current premises,” the investor said.

Other irate Myall Grove residents have also spoken to The Monitor, stating they are ‘devastated’ and ‘not happy at all’.

“There is nothing being said about removing the dwellings in 90 days, other than if a tenant wishes to sell their van they need to sell it off-site as they don’t own the land it is sitting on,” Mr Cotterell said.

“There are certain instances where people are able to sell their property on-site.

“If the owner wishes to sell their dwelling and it is approved for sale as a suitable structure they can sell it, but the incoming owner has to be made aware of

the potential for development,” he said.

“There is a possibility that those vans might be able to sit there for a considerable period of time before the land may be redeveloped, it depends on market forces.

“We don’t know when we will start developing this park, if there is a need for further housing we will start developing the land to meet market needs,” he said.

Mr Cotterell said the new laws are not restricted to caravan owners.

“It applies to everyone,” he said.

Cold comfort to investors and residents who have spent thousands of dollars on a dwelling at Myall Grove.

“Every time I think about it I burst into tears, everything was falling into place before this happened,” one caravan owner said.

ments to excise, subsequent increases in wholesale prices reflecting brewer and distiller cost recoveries and costs recovery by retailers for such items as wages, rents, cost of goods, taxes and charges,” AHA (SA) General Manager Ian Horne said.

These recommended prices are a guide only because hotels, bottle shops, Licensed Clubs and restaurants are free to charge whatever price they choose for alcohol either higher or lower than the recommendation.

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lliance airlines, the main operators into Olympic Dam have recognised the important role that the Friends of Arid Recovery plays in its on going support of Arid Recovery.

Above: Eyebus Optometrist, Stephen Scott-Hoy in Roxby Downs recently.

Don’t forget your sunnies

In Roxby Downs we are constantly warned to protect our skin from the sun, but what about protecting our eyes?

Friday, February 29 is the International Centre for Eyecare Education’s (ICEE) Sunnies for Sight Day, a chance for all of us to consider the importance

of protecting our eyes, and to help give sight to those in need.

The ICEE Aboriginal Vision NSW Program aims to alleviate avoidable blindness in Aborigines in NSW. A similar program in the Northern Territory provides eye care and training in the top end.

In addition, ICEE supports a number of essential eye care programs around the world.

R o x b y ’s v i s i t i n g O ptometrist Stephen Scott-Hoy said people need to understand how important it is to protect their eyes from the sun.

“The sun gives off lots of ultraviolet light,” Mr Scott-

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“That light will damage the eye, specifically the cornea and the lens inside the eye, causing pteryglums, a fleshy red growth on the white part of the eye, which can send you blind.

“The sun can also cause cataracts.

“To avoid these problems we need to wear sunglasses with UV coatings.

“People who wear spectacles should make sure all of their glasses have UV coatings,” he said.

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Hydraulic fracture testing Green Rock Energy Limited, a geothermal energy company with activities in Australia and Europe, says it will undertake hydraulic fracture testing on its geothermal leases at Olympic Dam this month.

Having proven the existence of the heat anomaly at Olympic Dam through the drilling of Blanche No 1 well to a depth of 1.935km, Green Rock Energy is undertaking a hydraulic fracturing of the granites within Blanche No 1 to determine the pressure required to fracture the hot granites.

This information will be used in the design of the two deeper wells and the associated water circulation testing.

These two wells will be used to drive a 3 to 5 MW pilot plant which will complete the evaluation stage of the project.

The design and development of the commercial power plant operation will then occur.

A German company specialising in measurement of rock stresses in conjunction with CSIRO, is undertaking the hydraulic fracture testing with equipment imported from Germany.

Green Rock Energy is the first geothermal company in Australia to measure in-situ rock stresses with a slim-hole testing system of this type prior to drilling and fracture stimulation to create the underground fractured reservoir.

Green Rock Energy’s Managing Director, Adrian Larking said this hydraulic fracture testing is a low cost, high reward exercise to eliminate a further level of project risk, and will provide the Company with valuable information to design the two deep wells and fracture stimulation, before the Company embarks upon the major drilling exercise.

Water will be injected into sealed-off intervals of Blanche No 1 well to induce tensile fractures in the rock, at various depths down to the bottom of the well at 1.935 km.

The Olympic Dam Geothermal Energy Project, owned 100% by Green Rock Energy, is located within 10 kms of BHP Billiton’s Olympic Dam mine and only 5 kms from a 275kV and a 132 kV power transmission line connected to the Eastern Australian power grid.

The company’s overall plan is to build a large base load power plant with a capacity in excess of 400 MW of electricity.

$US 6 billion profit for BHP Billiton

The company said in the short-term, the BHP Billiton returned a profit of just over uranium assets at Olympic Dam the company global economy is expected to slow as devel$US 6 billion for the first half of the cur- had a $US 478 million increase in its EBIT. The company said this increase is pre- oped economies experience a moderation in rent financial year.

This was down 2.4% even though revenue was up more than 15% to just over $US 25 billion for the half.

The company has declared an interim dividend for the current period of US 29.0 cents fully franked payable on March 18th.

This represents a 45% increase in the dividend on the previous corresponding period of US 20.0 cents fully franked.

The company said in its half yearly report to the stock exchange that in pursuit of its strategy, it continues to focus on the fundamental drivers of value creation for shareholders.

The company does this by operating large, long-life, low cost expandable assets while taking a disciplined and value-focused approach to pursuing additional organic and non-organic growth options.

In its Base metals division which includes its

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Plans to drill two new deep wells in South Australia this year as a forerunner to the country’s likely first commercial geothermal energy supply, have taken a key step forward.

Petratherm Limited has announced it had signed a Letter of Intent for Ensign International Energy Services to secure a suitable rig and undertake deep drilling on Petratherm’s advanced Paralana project in South Australia’s far north.

Ensign is a wholly-owned subsidiary of world leading Canadian hydrocarbon and geothermal drilling specialist, Ensign Energy Services Inc. The Letter of Intent is subject to confirmation of well design parameters and negotiation of commercial arrangements.

Petratherm’s Managing Director, Terry Kallis, said drilling of the deep well was planned to commence in the second half of this year.

Petratherm and joint venture partner, Beach Petroleum Limited, are on track to have the Paralana project deliver first geothermal-based electricity supplies from early 2010.

Initial drilling and test work by Petratherm has already proven up Paralana’s heat profile.

The aim is to establish the heat exchanger for the project where fluid is heated at depth as it circulates between an injection and production well, to produce heat at surface for eventual use in driving turbines.

The signing of the Letter of Intent follows the recent completion by Petratherm and Beach of a major seismic study and other surveys on where best to locate the 4km deep heat exchanger well, and the long-term development of Paralana’s geothermal field.

The Company’s initial commercialisation phase involves the deployment of a 7.5 MW power station at Paralana, at a nominal cost of around $50 million.

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dominantly attributable to higher production of copper, zinc, silver and lead.

Higher copper production was largely due to the continued ramp-up of Spence and the Escondida Sulphide Leach Project both in Chile.

However this was partially reduced by lower volumes at Olympic Dam and Cerro Colorado in Chile.

In addition, the Olympic Dam Expansion pre-feasibility study expenditures have increased as the project studies progress, also reducing reported earnings.

Also underlying EBIT was negatively impacted by the purchase of third party uranium from the spot market to meet contractual requirements.

The company’s forecast for the future is relatively bright considering the slow down of the United States economy.

economic activity.

“We have lowered our expectations for US growth in FY2008 as consumption is expected to weaken and business investment is likely to fall,” a company spokesman said “In Western Europe the slowdown in activity is expected to continue as monetary conditions in the region tighten, manufacturing growth decelerates alongside reduced exports and housing market activity slows. ”As a result of the slowdown in developed economies, we expect some flow-on effects to emerging market economies’ export growth yet their overall economic growth should remain solid.

“Since much of the future incremental demand for commodities will come from China and India, a slowdown in the US is likely to have less impact on commodity prices than in the past,” he said.

Monax new targets

onax Mining Limited has reported that new drill targets have been identified at the company’s 100% owned Punt Hill copper-gold project halfway between Olympic Dam and Port Augusta.

the successful completion of a detailed survey program over the region.

Monax will now schedule new exploration drilling programs over three Punt Hill prospects at Groundhog, Needlenose and Woodchuck – as a result of the outcome of the Induced Polarisation survey.

These targets have been identified following IP survey data successfully identified the

location of a number of interpreted mineralised fault structures previously unrecognised within the three targets, 25 kilometres southwest of Carrapateena.

The survey is a part of the Company’s strategy to use its ongoing exploration program to improve the targeting of high grade IOCG mineralisation within the tenements.

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The state government has announced it will allocate more than $2 million in its fifth round of funding under its successful Plan for Accelerating Exploration (PACE) initiative.

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PACE drilling grants of $2.3 million have been awarded to 29 mineral, petroleum and geothermal exploration projects.

In addition to the PACE grants, the industry will spend a further $6 million on exploration, bringing the total additional mineral exploration expenditure to $8.4 million.

The 29 successful proposals comprised 26 mineral projects and 3 geothermal/petroleum projects in South Australia.

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ou must feel for the plight of the caravan owners at Myall Grove at the moment.

They’re faced with some big decisions and apparently some big losses as far as their investments are concerned.

But on the other hand you must also feel for the new company, the Aspen Group.

In our exclusive story late last year we reported the Aspen Group paid just over $11 million for the caravan park as part of its Australia wide investment portfolio.

It’s a dilemma!

The caravan owners have been able to sell their ‘spots’ at the caravan park for some very nice returns, and in the past 18 months those returns have skyrocketed because of the massive accommodation shortage in town.

Outside investors have moved in and bought some of those caravans, whilst other locals have bought them to live in thinking that when they leave they can on sell them and make a return on their initial investment. This has been the practice in the past.

But then when you pay $11 million for a property you want to be able to use that property without intervention, other than the normal rules and regulations that apply.

But here’s where the Aspen Group has been caught in a very difficult situation.

It has advised caravan owners that they only own the caravan, and NOT the ground on which it sits. That is Aspen Group land.

So when the owners put their caravans up for sale they must notify the potential purchasers of this fact as well as the requirement by the Aspen Group, backed by state government legislation, that the new owners may be required to move their new home from the park.

So the question is. Is a $30,000 caravan worth $100,000 plus?

Where are you going to put it if you can’t put it in the caravan park?

What impact does this have on young families wanting to move to Roxby Downs for work?

Already local service industry businesses are desperate for new staff, but they can’t get them because of the chronic shortage of places to live.

At least the caravan park offered some type of relief for that interim period.

Now that avenue seems to have been closed off.

How do we go about getting workers into town who don’t want to work out at the mine?

How do we attract them?

If we can’t get new workers into Roxby for our ailing service industries such as the shops, the cafes and the restaurants, we the residents are going to suffer from poor levels of service and some businesses having to cut back what they offer.

All the complaining in the world won’t fix that problem.

So the problem in the caravan park is just a scratch on the surface of our mounting headaches in Roxby.

Why doesn’t the council as an example look at talking with the Vivendi Group in Queensland that specialises in quick construction good quality accommodation and put units or the like on some of the land the council actually controls.

They can be on-sold later if they wish, but at least get some short term accommodation in town now, rather than using the excuse that our hands are tied because ‘we’re waiting on the master plan’ from BHP Billiton’s planned expansion.

The EIS has been delayed by at least 18 months so far because of the complex nature of one of the world’s largest undertakings.

So it is conceivable that it’s release may even be pushed back further which will be detrimental to the town’s needs today.

How long can you hold your breath when someone is holding your head under water?

That’s what is happening now and we need to throw our local service industry businesses a helping hand and lift their head from beneath the water.

I haven’t digressed from the main topic here, but just thought I’d open up the wider debate to what is the first and utmost reason for Roxby’s stagnant present.

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Arts & Youth News It’s Raw and it’s Dance

Arts Matters Written by Rodney Mitchell

Country Arts SA will kick off its 2008 Performing Arts Season at the Cultural Precinct Auditorium in Roxby Downs with Raw Dance Company’s high energy show Raw Metal on Wednesday next week.

Raw Dance Company’s dancers have performed locally, nationally and internationally, wowing audiences in New York, London, Switzerland, Germany, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Los Angeles and Las Vegas and now the people of Roxby Downs have the chance to see this mind blowing show.

Performing their own style of “Street Funk Tap”, Raw Metal combines explosive rhythms, pure comical genius, acrobatics and good old fashioned fun.

The five young energetic guys in Raw Metal promise to have audiences captivated by their energetic, heart stopping performance.

The performers from Raw Metal will also be conducting FREE workshops in Roxby Downs where participants of all ages have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of hip hop, funk tap and body percussion.

The workshops will be followed by the performance of Raw Dance Company’s Raw Metal where audiences will be able to see the professional dancers live in action.

Country Arts SA’s Chief Executive Officer, Ken Lloyd says “Raw Dance Company’s not to be missed show Raw Metal is just one of the fantastic shows that feature in our 2008 Performing Arts Season.

“People of all ages will enjoy this mesmerizing performance.”

Lew Owens, Chief Executive of Season 2008 Principal Corporate Partner ETSA Utilities comments “It’s great to see our partnership with Country Arts SA has once again delivered a fantastic line up of shows for the 2008 Performing Arts Season and what better way to kick off the Season than with Raw Dance Company’s electrifying show Raw Metal.”

To book tickets or for more information about performances and workshops visit the Cultural Precinct Auditorium, 7 Richardson Place, Roxby Downs or phone 8671 2001.

W

e have a Community Plan here that came out of open community consultations.

There are people walking around that can remember that process. But like all good plans, they unravel unless they are re-visited and rejigged for the modern world.

That is to be the focus for the Arts and Culture Forum’s next meeting. It will be an extraordinary meeting in more ways than one.

It presents a great opportunity for new members to get in on the ground floor. The Forum is intent on breathing some life into the arts and culture part of the Community Plan.

It will spend this meeting working out its priorities for the New Year and into 2009. So saddle up and come on down to the refurbished Dunes Café tonight (Wednesday) at 7:30 PM. There is another meeting on February 27. The Forum meetings are always at the same time and venue on the last Wednesday in the month.

If you are driving to the Flinders early in March you might drop in to the Hummock Hill Station. The art group called Germain Art Focus are presenting their work there at the homestead.

They were in touch with your ADO (arts development officer) this week and are keen to exhibit here in Roxby Downs.

We are looking at May, just after the Youth Week exhibition of Baden Felton’s work.

Leisure Centre events management staff are looking at the idea of giving over the gallery space for one week at a time to various sports and community action groups.

They could meet new people that way.

This year we have one exhibition from the Country Arts SA visual arts program. It is called Perceptions of Distance and that show is coming in September.

It will feature the work of twelve regionally based South Australian artists who, “explore ideas of peripheries and place”. Those ideas have resonance here. Are we at the fringe of something or are we right in the middle of it?

As far as travelling shows are concerned, we are very much on the periphery. That’s why we need good lines of communication with travelling performers and outside agencies. We can make them see the potential beyond Port Augusta.

Tomorrow is the official launch of Port Augusta Reimagines. They are a Regional Centre of Culture all this year and if you go to the old police barracks and court house in the middle of downtown Port Augusta, you will be able to pick up a program of arts events programmed for this year and beyond.

It includes visits from all the major arts flagship companies. The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra are coming up to do a concert under the starts on the westside golf course. It will be extraordinary.

In a similar way our own Arts and Culture Forum has re-invigorated its working party to co-ordinate and animate the 20th birthday of Roxby Downs. A productive meeting last Wednesday flushed out some great ideas.

Above: RDAS students at the RAW dance workshops last year.

Finally more choice when eating out Roxby Downs residents will have more healthy options when dining out with a new ‘Choice’ initiative developed

by BHP Billiton, the Roxby Downs Community Club, The Tavern, the Motor Inn and the Dunes café.

‘Choice’ was developed to support the Olympic Dam Health Challenge and provides diners with a greater range of meals options made from fresh foods which have minimal processing and no added salt, sugar or fat.

Olympic Dam Vice President of Health Safety and Environment John Hatty said: “Olympic Dam aims to ensure that what we do onsite brings value to the community so the team has collaborated with the dining services to develop the Choice initiative.

“People participating in the Olympic Dam Health Challenge and the wider community will now be able to make more informed choices about what they eat when they dine out,” he said.

“The staff at the Club are really happy to be involved in this initiative, we have been making changes in our menu to include more healthy meals and we can now let people know what these options are,” Community Club Manager Stev Ellard said.

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Above: Grace Simon celebrates her ninth birthday on February 15.

An oasis in the desert Water conservation has become a hot topic in the last twelve months.

With Australia still in the grip of what has been called the worst drought in a century it is up to each and every one of us to conserve water on our own patch of turf.

With that in mind a new company is offering the people of the Far North an opportunity to turn their desert residence into an oasis, without increasing their water consumption.

Arid to Oasis Solutions sells the Ozzi Kleen sewage system, a domestic wastewater treatment system that will cater to a household of up to ten people.

“We are suppliers of green solutions,” local Ozzi Kleen Agent Neil Ludbey said.

“The system is an aerobic sewage system which breaks down houseyear.

“It will be motivation for us just as it hold waste including grey water and was for the great Hawthorn and Essendon sewage, neutralising the impurities teams of the 80’s,” Troy said.

“We don’t want (the stigma) to hang over our heads . . . but we also will never forget that it is there.

That motivation or fear from last year’s debacle seems to be working with most of the team running personal bests across three kilometres, their skin-folds are down, their fitness is up from some hard work in the most competitive pre-season undertaken at Alberton.

Power coach Mark Williams, who starts his 10th season in charge at Alberton, maintains young players easily regenerate their enthusiasm, even after grand final failures such as last year.

He argues it will withstand the mental annoyance that tested Chaplin in Roxby Downs as the grand final was brought up again and again.

If the Power succeed this year they might just reflect on that grilling by the Roxby Downs students given to not only Troy Chaplin but the others who came to town including Danyle Pearce, Nathan Krakouer, Jacob Surjan, Robbie Gray and Tom Logan.

The Power will not forget Port Adelaide defender Troy Chaplin thought it would be a ‘breeze’ speaking to Roxby Downs school children about healthy lifestyles and choosing the right foods.

But he was virtually grilled by the young knowledgeable football fans at the Roxby Downs Area School and St Barbara’s catholic school last week when the Power paid a visit as part of its community program.

“These pre-teenagers showed no empathy towards us for that humiliating 119 point grand final loss to Geelong,” Troy said.

During his grilling by the students all that Troy could answer is that the team had “moved on.

“And that’s all we can do…move on,” he said repeatedly.

“We’ve used the grand final defeat as motivation during the off-season . . . to get fitter, stronger and better prepared for this season,” Chaplin said.

The club is using that defeat as inspiration during the pre season and it was evident an the club’s internal trials at the weekend.

The club expects to be tagged not only in the media but also the AFL during the coming season about the record loss last

using an oxygenation process.

“A pump continually aerates the water and sludge and breaks down the waste to produce clean water, which is then distributed to the garden.

“Every household in the Roxby Downs area should have an Ozzi Kleen system as it saves water and produces an oasis around the dwelling,” he said.

A number of Ozzi Kleen systems have been sold in Andamooka and Olympic Dam, at this stage none have been sold in Roxby Downs.

“Should people wish to put in a private sewage system they should make enquiries to the Roxby Council’s health section,” Roxby Downs Council’s Water and Sewage Manager, Trevor Kroemer said.

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“The water savings are incredible,” Mr Ludbey said.

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“We also have access to commercial units if any local businesses are interested in installing a system,” he said.

Arid to Oasis Solutions also sells grid connect solar panel systems.

“We are trying to introduce grid connect systems to the area, which will drastically reduce power bills,” Mr Ludbey said.

“These systems run your household power and feed any excess power back into the grid,” he said.

To find out more about the products offered by Arid to Oasis Solutions contact Neil Ludbey on 0408 859 035 or Rob Collins on 0417 859 378.

For a FREE quote and design phone: Jim Bowe 0488 156 097 Neil Ludbey 0408 859 035 or email jimhome@adam.com.au Ozzi Kleen domestic system is 2.7m high and 1.95m in diameter and weighs 350 kg, making for a quick, easy and economical installation.

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Valentine’s Day Happy Valentines Day Valentines Day, a day synonymous with love, but where did it begin?

Legend has it that Valentine was a priest in Rome in 300AD. Emperor Claudius II, also known as Claudius the Cruel was on the throne, and he outlawed marriage, believing that single men made better soldiers.

In violation of that law, Valentine continued to marry young lovers and to aid Christian martyrs, he was arrested, jailed, and finally put to death on February 14.

It is said that the first Valentine ever written was penned by this doomed priest, who wrote a note to his jailor’s daughter, with whom he had become friendly, signing it ‘from your Valentine’.

Another possible reason for the placement of Valentine’s Day on February 14 was that it was an attempt by the Catholic Church to ‘christianise’ the pagan holiday Lupercalia.

Lupercalia was a Roman fertility and purification festival, one of the highlights of which was the lottery.

On the evening before the festival the names of all of the young, unmarried women in the region were written down and placed in an urn, each young bachelor would then draw a name and that maiden would be his partner for the duration of the festival, or for the year, depending on the custom.

Many marriages resulted from these matches.

The oldest known Valentine in existence is a poem composed by the Duke of Orleans in 1415 from a cell in the Tower of London for his wife.

It is kept today at the British Library in London, a quaint reminder of a bloodier time.

Valentines Day did not become popular in England until the 1600s.

By the middle of the following century friends and lovers of all classes were exchanging notes, penning poems and giving gifts.

A custom that has continued to the present day.

Happy Valentines Day.

Messages from the heart Dear M, sixteen years today, may we and Toxic Avenger have sixty more, all my love, M. My dearest marshmallow Dear Bullwinkle, 14 months on and You are my rock, my safe place, my I’m still not sick of you yet, happy confidante, my best friend, my everyValentines Day, the ferret. thing. Love always suoicerp Secret Admirer Dear Jason, though we have never met face to face, my sheets will never For that special guy who always be the same again, yours always Glenis opens the door for me, who gives me the warmest of hugs when we greet, Darren B, Come back to me, since who always make me smile and who is you’ve been gone my life’s been the pits, perfectly different from the rest, you I’ll make it worthwhile. Love Jayne hold a special place in my heart. I have always loved you and always will. I will Dear Rodney, come back to me, I be waiting tonight where we met. You can’t reach the itch in the middle of my won’t be disappointed. back, love Hannah For my True Love Dear Barry, I got the DNA results From the moment I met you I knew and he’s definitely yours (or a blood you were the one for me, The walks, the relative’s), marry me and we’ll be a talks, the sunsets and sunrises, You are happy family forever, love T there for me as I am for you. We share a special bond. Our marriage last year To the boy at the club on Wednesday celebrated our undying love and I truly night in the Hawaiian shirt, you excite look forward to all the years ahead with and tantalise me, come find me on you, Mikey.

Saturday at the bar, I’ll be the one with Love Pumpkin xx red hair.

Charlotte To our evil dwarf - Valentines Day I thought this was the best way to – a day to reflect and appreciate the confess my love for you. I know you read wonderful people that share our lives. this paper each week, the same way I So how can we go past the impact know how you plait your hair. I have you’ve had on us over the past year. been your best friend since we were at We’ve blossomed and grown into such primary school and remain your closest wonderful women under your guiding confidante today. I want to strengthen hand. Where would we possibly be our bond by asking you to marry me? without you – we owe it all to you. (and I love you with all my heart and I want to spend the rest of my life with you as we don’t mind sharing you) Keep the good times rollin’… Ferret my wife. Love Billy xx

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he Roxby Downs Environment “The coordinator will run com- kids and wants to be the driving force forum is seeking a passionate munity education sessions to teach in a great community project, ” Dr person to coordinate its new people about the small changes they Bester said. can make in their homes to reduce The coordinator would be environment program.

“We are looking for someone who is very passionate about the environment and can communicate well with a range of people,” Adam Bester, Environment Forum Chairperson said.

The Environment Program will address key issues in the community relating to energy efficiency and water efficiency.

This will help householders reduce their power and water consumption and save money on their bills.

their carbon footprint and conserve water,” Dr Bester said.

“The program coordinator will also train volunteers to undertake energy audits in people’s homes.

“We also want to educate people about recycling options in Roxby Downs and promote native arid plants to replace plants which may become weed species.

“We need someone who can work twenty hours per week but those hours are flexible so it would be ideal for someone local who has

employed through Conservation Volunteers Australia who will provide access to their extensive training resources.

The new Environment Program is a joint effort between the Roxby Downs Environment Forum, BHP Billiton and Conservation Volunteers Australia.

To apply for the position please see the advertisement in this paper or for more information on the Environment Program please call Adam Bester on 0438867440.

Above: Community Library Manager, Marie Trezise.

Turning the pages Above: Frenzy at the collection point at last year’s clean up day.

Clean up Roxby day Autumn is just around the corner, “Last year we had 86 volunteers, willing to lend their support they which means it is time for Clean this year we want over 100. should contact me ahead of the day,” Up Australia Day again.

“We have a lot of pride in our Clean Up Australia Day has become quite an event in Roxby Downs, with dozens of community members turning out twice a year for a biannual clean up.

“This year we are going to do a clean up of the whole town,” coordinator Stephen Moss said.

Big brother moves in It’ll be a case of lights, camera, action at the skate park from now on, with flood lights and security cameras installed on the grounds.

“Work has commenced on four floodlights and two general area lights at the skate park and the Lions Park,” Electrical Services Manager for the Roxby Downs Council David Hallett said.

“We are also installing security cameras which will cover the Lions Park, the skate park, the tennis courts and the car park.

“Council hopes that the installation of these cameras will reduce the amount of vandalism and damage caused in the area,” he said.

Work will be completed at the skate park in the next few weeks.

town, it is a safe, tidy place in which to live and it doesn’t hurt to get out there twice a year for a clean up.

“Days like Clean Up Australia Day give everyone a chance to give something back to the community.

“If anyone has any ideas or there are any companies in Roxby Downs

he said.

The Roxby Downs Clean Up crew will meet at 9.30am on Sunday, March 9 at the Lions Park.

Lunch will be provided for all volunteers.

For more information contact Stephen Moss on 0417 806 910.

Groucho Marx once said ‘Outside of a dog, a book is man’s best friend, inside of a dog it is too dark to read’.

Last week a group of locals who love books as much as the famous Mr Marx met at the Roxby Downs Community Library to discuss the possibility of forming a local book club.

“It is basically a continuation of the group that was running early last year,” Community Library Manager, Marie Trezise said.

“We’ve had a lot of people come into the library and ask whether we had a book group in town.

“The interest was there so we decided it was time to get book club up and operating again,” she said.

Book club members will read a designated book each month, eight copies of

which will be available for borrowing from the library.

“This month we are reading ‘The Ghost Writer’ by John Harwood,” Ms Trezise said.

“If anyone wants to join they should come and see us at the library where they can sign up and borrow a copy of the book.

“There is no cost involved.

“Basically it is a group of people who enjoy reading and discussing books,” she said.

The Roxby Downs Book Club will meet on the first Monday of every month at 7.30pm at the Roxby Downs Community Club.

For more information contact the library on 8671 0660.

Upcoming meetings...

Education and WTP Forum

February 19

Alcohol & Substance Abuse

February 20

Health Forum

March 3

Family and Youth Forum

March 5

20 hrs per week (Áexible hours, work from home) - 1 year contract

Arts and Culture Forum

February 27

Are you passionate about helping people to live more sustainably?

Sport and Recreation Forum

March 4

Coordinator, Environment Program, Roxby Downs Environment Forum

The Roxby Downs Environment Program, partnership between the Roxby Downs Environment Forum, BHP Billiton Olympic Dam and Conservation Volunteers Australia, aims to address issues in the community relating to energy and water ef¿ciency, weed control and waste management.

The Environment Program Coordinator will promote awareness of environmental issues in Roxby Downs and surrounding areas and build community capacity through facilitating community education sessions and workshops and managing a team of volunteers who will assist in implementing the program.

Essential Requirements • Proven ability to champion environmental initiatives • Proven ability to inÀuence others • Able to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders • Experience supervising volunteers • Self motivated, with good time management skills • Current drivers license Desirable Requirements • Quali¿cations or experience in Environmental Science or Education with an environmental background • Experience with Arid zone plants and weed control techniques • Success in grant application and management Applicant must be prepared to undertake training and participate in some workshops and meetings after hours.

Please forward your application addressing all essential and desirable requirements to Adam Bester, Chairperson, Roxby Downs Environment Forum, PO Box 85 Roxby Downs SA, 5725 or to adam.bester@bhpbilliton.com Please direct enquiries to Adam Bester at adam.bester@bhpbilliton.com or 0438867440 Applications close: COB 29 February 2008

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February 25

Volunteering Partnership

March 3

Environment Forum

February 20

Under discussion...

Arts and Culture Forum

Revisiting the Community Plan

Sports and Recreation Forum

Establishment of a Community Bus

Environment Forum

New Environment Program

Meetings held Community Board Arts and Culture Forum Family and Youth Forum Community members wishing to have input to discussions at Community Board meetings must notify Executive Officer, Michelle Hales on 0418 833 818 prior to the meeting date.

Please note: Forums (Excluding Health and the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Partnership) are open to the general public. The Community Board encourage all members of the community to attend and participate.

For further information on any of the Forums or Partnerships please contact Michelle Hales on 0418 833 818.

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Thursday, February 21st Indoor Soccer Leisure Centre Social matches from 6pm All welcome Contact Kenton Maloney 0408 797 158

Friday February 15th Roxby Downs Bowls Club Night Owls 8pm Roxby and Districts Cricket Association

Tuesdays 9:30 am – 10:30 am Doctors’ New Specialised Drug Telephone Number for Medicare Use. 1800 700 270

Saturday February 16th 8.30am Rogues v Wanderers at Roxby Downs

Karate 6pm -8.30pm Squash 7pm - 9pm

Saturday night February 16th 5.30pm Olympic Dam v Woomera at Woomera

Crisis Care Counselling Uniting Care Wesley Port Augusta Regional Women’s and Children’s Support Services call 1800 655 716 or call the crisis care line on 13 16 11.

Nippy Gym - Auditorium 9.30am - 11.30am

For immediate response if feeling stressed call 0428 326 529 to speak with a counsellor 24/7

Monday, February 18th Karate Auditorium Colts (Age 5-12) 6pm Juniors/Adults 6:45pm Contact Tracey Fouet 0400 894 429

HEALTH Roxby Downs Family Practice Phone 8671 3231 Roxby Downs Medical Practice Normal hours 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday morning by appointment only. Phone 8671 1900

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Every Week Visitor Information Centre 8.30 - 5.00 Mon-Fri 9.00am - 3.00pm Sat 9.00am - 2.00pm Sun Phone 8671 2001

Indoor soccer 6 -7pm Eyebus

Volleyball 7pm - 9pm Tuesday,February 19th Squash 7pm - 10pm

Visiting Allied Health Service Occupational Therapist Speech Pathologist Dietician Podiatrist

Come-n-try soccer 3.30pm -5.30pm indoor soccer 6pm - 7pm

Child Adolescent Mental Health Services For appointments phone 1800 819089

ladies Social Basketball 8.45am - 10am

Hearing Services February 17th - 9.00am - 2.30pm For an appointment call 1800 006 303

Wednesday, February 20th Karate Auditorium

Roxby Downs Community Health Swimming Group for Mums With Prams every Friday morning Swimming pool 9am - 10am

Colts (Age 5-12) 6pm Juniors/Adults 6:45pm Contact Tracey Fouet 0400 894 429 Women’s & Mixed netball 6pm - 9.30pm

Roxby Downs Childcare Monday - Friday 6.30am-5.30pm Phone 8671 0911 for details

Sport and Recreation Forum March 4th 7.30pm

Roxby Downs Health Services Coffee Mornings, Thursdays 9.30am to 11.am at the Dunes Café.

For further details on Community matters call Michelle Hales on 8671 0010

Coffee Mornings for Families Meet and chat for all families.

New comers especially welcome.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Every Friday Playgroup Roxby Downs Kindergarten Phone 86710455

Roxby Downs Market Days 2008 February 16th March 15th May 17th June 21st August 16th September 20th October 18th November 15th

Mt Dare Hotel Open every day 8:00am -9:00pm, 7 days.

School Terms 2008 Term 1 Jan 29th - April 11th Term 2 April 28th - July 4th Term 3 July 21st - Sept 26th Term 4 Oct 13th - Dec 12th Events in the Far North: William Creek Bronco Branding – 15th March 2008 Oodnadatta Races May 17th Marla Bronco Branding April 26th Oodnadatta Bronco Branding 12th July Roxby Downs Lutheran Church

Gym Cultural & Leisure Precinct Mon, Wed & Friday 6 am - 12pm & 2pm - 9pm Tues & Thurs 6am - 12pm & 4pm - 9 pm Saturday 8-12pm Sunday 11-2pm Phone 86710500 Roxby Downs Community Library Monday to Friday 8.30-5.00pm Saturday 9.00-12pm.

Phone 8671 0660 for more information.

Australian Breastfeeding Association Roxby Downs Branch Friday’s 9.30am - 11am coffee morning Dunes Cafe

Health Forum March 3rd

Playgroup St Barbara’s Parish School Phone Jakki 86712323

Every Sunday Raptors Cycling Club Social Bike riding group from 8am at the Stuart Road roundabout

Cultural & Leisure Precinct Movies Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday (see schedule below) Phone 8671 2001

Andamooka Thursday 6th March Roxby Downs Wednesday 5th March and Thursday 6th March Woomera Wednesday 5th March

February 20th 7pm

Toddlers Story Time Fun for young children and mums Roxby Downs Library Richardson Place

COMMUNITY MEETINGS Community members welcome to attend any meeting of the Roxby Downs Community Board.

February 14th - 9.30am- 11:00am Normal weight gains Roxby Downs Health Seminar Room Education and Workplace Training Forum February 19th Alcohol & Substance Abuse February 20th 7.30pm Council Board room

Sunday school 9.30am every sunday during school terms Roxby Downs Netball Association Registrations close February 29th Season starts April 4th Bingo every Sunday 1.30pm Tuckerbox in Andamooka.

All proceeds go to the community Soul Food Sunday February 24th 11am at Dunes Cafe

Environment Forum

ROXBY DOWNS CULTURAL & LEISURE PRECINCT REGULAR SCHEDULE Cultural Precinct Visitors Information centre Dunes café Art Gallery

SPORTS CALENDAR Monday

‘Burning South’

Volleyball 7pm - 9pm Tuesday Ladies Social Basketball 8.45am - 10am

Sat - 9.00am - 3.00pm

Come-n-try Soccer 4.00 - 6.00pm

Sun - 9.00am – 2.00pm

Squash 7pm - 10pm

Leisure Centre

Wednesday Women’s & Mixed Netball 6-9:30pm

Mon, Wed & Fri – Fri 6am

Karate 7pm - 8:30pm

– 12pm, 2pm - 9pm

Thursday

Tues & Thurs - 6am - 12pm, 4pm

Nippy Gym – Auditorium

Sunday 11am - 2pm

Feb 1 - March 3

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Pool Opening Hours General Public Mon - Fri: 3pm - 6pm Weekends: 10am - 7pm

9.30am - 11.30am Squash 7pm-9pm Indoor Soccer 6pm - 8pm Karate 6pm – 8.30pm

Creche for patrons of the centre

Touch Football 7.30pm (town oval)

Mon –Fri 8.45am-12pm

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Indoor Soccer 6pm - 7pm

Gymnasium

Saturday 8am - 12pm

FEBRUARY

Photography

Karate - 6pm - 8:30pm

Open Mon – Fri 8.30am – 5pm

- 9pm

Phone: 8671 2001 Fax: 8671 2021 EVENTS OUTBACK CINEMA

Indoor Hockey 5pm - 9.30pm

NOT AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PRINTING

Lap Swimming Mon, Wed & Fri: 6am - 8am Mon - Thurs: 6pm - 7pm Weekends: 9am - 10am

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Miners urged to take on the Greatest Shave

he Leukaemia Fo u n d a t i o n h a s launched the World’s Greatest Shave Mine Challenge throughout South Australia but with emphasis on the remote north of the state.

The Mine Challenge is expected to raise $150,000 for South Australians living with a blood cancer through the participation in the World’s Greatest Shave by the mining resources sector and associated companies and contractors.

“The Mine Challenge last year raised more than $800,000 in Western Australia and Queensland and was so successful, it has been extended to other States and territories”, Simon Matthias, General Manager of the Leukaemia Foundation in S outh Australia said.

“Money raised will be used to fund research programs and to provide free services for patients and families living with leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma and related blood disorders,” Mr Matthias said.

“The World’s Greatest Shave Mine Challenge highlights the human face of Australia’s mineral r e s o u r c e s i n d u s t r y,” Minister for Mineral

Resources Development Paul Holloway said.

“It is also a timely reminder that amid the ongoing mining boom that has brought so much prosperity to this country there’s still nothing more important than personal health and well being.”

The South Australian Chamber of Mining and Energy has also endorsed

the Mine Challenge and is encouraging members to be involved.

Last year the Andamooka, Roxby Downs and Woomera communities raised more than $20,000 as part of the Worlds Greatest Shave.

To find out more, contact Rebecca Goodman at the Leukaemia Foundation on (08) 8273 3511.

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION OFFICER • EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING CHALLENGE Roxby Leisure, a business unit of Roxby Downs Council, provides leisure, recreation and cultural support and services to the Roxby Downs community.

A key element of this includes the operation of the Roxby Downs Cultural and Leisure Precinct.

The position’s primary focus is to establish and enhance the smooth running of the day to day operations, accounting and administration functions.

We’re going places…and we’d like you to join us Part Time Member Services Of¿cer Big Sky is a community focused ¿nancial institution which has grown rapidly since opening its doors in Roxby Downs, April 2006.

You will be reporting directly to the Manager Roxby Leisure.

As the successful applicant you will possess: • • • • •

Not only does Big Sky offer the complete range of banking products, it is committed to providing excellent service to its valued members.

Member Service is a challenging and rewarding role, where you can display your excellent service and communication skills.

FIRE SYSTEMS TA An experienced Fire Systems TA is required for this outstanding opportunity.

Duties include being responsible for carrying out and assisting with statutory audits & testing on ALL ¿re system equipment, trade assistant duties assisting ¿re system technicians & carrying out general administration duties.

Must be pro¿cient with SAP. • • •

Great conditions on offer Casual ongoing role Roxby Downs location APPLY – 263 South Road MILE END SA 5031 Ph – 8354 2112

ALLSTAFF RESOURCES

Your duties will extend to include: • • • • •

Big Sky strongly believes in developing its people and expects its staff to have a positive ‘can do’ attitude that values loyalty and teamwork.

We offer a remuneration package that is above award rate with additional bene¿ts and Àexible, negotiable hours.

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Invoicing using MYOB and Link Accounts Payable & payable Cash Àow duties Some end of month reporting Liaising with external business contacts in regards to invoicing and payments Payroll

This role is ideal for an Administrator/Bookkeeper with fantastic verbal and written communication skills.

You will be able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise tasks whilst meeting varying demands.

Prior of¿ce and bookkeeping experience desirable.

High attention to detail and fantastic grammatical skills needed. Flexible hours available however, you will need to be available for 5 days a week.

Big Sky provides extensive training and although previous banking experience is desirable, it is not essential.

If Big Sky is a company that you would like to be part of, please forward your application to Raelene Johns, Manager – Personal Banking (West), by email rjohns@ bigsky.net.au or post to GPO Box 1801 Melbourne 3000.

MACMAHON MINING & CONSTRUCTION

A Logistic or Administration Background Be serviced orientated Team Focused MYOB experience is preferable MS Of¿ce - Intermediate to Advanced

For a copy of the position description or for more information contact Alan Male on 0438 010 088.

Please forward applications to Alan Male, Manager Roxby Leisure, PO Box 300, Roxby Downs 5725

CAREERS

Written applications close on Friday 25th February 2008.

Advertise with The Monitor.

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POSITIONS VACANT Roxby Leisure, a business unit of Roxby Downs Council, provides leisure, recreation and cultural support and services to the Roxby Downs community.

A key element of this includes the operation of the Roxby Downs Cultural and Leisure Precinct.

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Full, Part-time or Casual Positions

Macmahon Holdings Limited is an influential force in the field of construction and mining. With operations already established in Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia and with an annual turnover approaching $1 billion, Macmahon is now looking to increase the size and scope of its operations. Securing quality people is a vital factor in that growth strategy.

Cafe Assistants - up to 38 hours per week

Underground Maintenance Administrator

Kiosk Assistants - 10-25 hours per week

• Permanent full-time position • 5 days on and 2 days off roster • Dynamic environment

Movie Projectionist - 10-15 hours per week

As an organisation these words have driven Macmahon’s continued growth and success as mining contractors. Due to the expansion we are experiencing at our Olympic Dam project, we now have an opportunity for an Underground Maintenance Administrator to join our team.

• • •

Must be a team player.

Hours are performance based.

Flexible availability essential.

Please send a resume and application letter via email to: Teya Dunn - Tourism and Hospitality Coordinator teya.dunn@roxbyleisure.com

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Phone Regina or Erin today on 8671 2683.

Maintain what is good, challenge and change what is not!

At our underground workshop, your duties will include: • Providing efficient, reliable and confidential administrative support; • Maintaining an efficient filing system; • General typing and data entry; • Wearing correct personal protective equipment; • Performing all tasks and duties in accordance with established work procedures and Macmahon safety policies and regulations; and • Ensuring clerical functions for the foremen are of a high standard to allow efficient completion of contractual obligations.

To be successful in this position you will have excellent time management and organisational skills, fantastic communication skills and the ability to be flexible and adaptive whilst enjoying a challenge.

This position is a permanent residential position, of 5 days on 2 days off roster (40 hour week).

In return you will be well remunerated based on experience and have the opportunity to be an integral part of the project.

Applications inclusive of a cover letter, resume, qualifications and quoting reference number ODOMA should be sent to Mark Brennan: mbrennan@macmahon.com.au Ph: 07 3840 5300 or Fax: 07 3840 5490

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MANAGER – ROXBY DOWNS Alliance One Credit Union is a progressive, member owned ¿nancial cooperative serving regional South Australia with its Head Of¿ce in Whyalla and established Financial Management Centres in Whyalla, Port Lincoln, Roxby Downs and Clare and a member base throughout the State.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, professional and sales focused Manager to join and lead our team at the Roxby Downs branch.

Major responsibilities of the role will include: • Management, coaching and leadership of a dynamic sales and service team • Undertaking lending and related tasks to service member needs • Establishing and maintaining strong community, business and member relationships • Identi¿cation and development of new markets for the Credit Union • Promotion and awareness of the Credit Union brand The successful applicant will desirably have previous experience in a ¿nancial/lending institution or similar. Well developed PC skills and excellent time management skills are essential. There is also a need to be able to demonstrate: • An understanding of the ¿nancial industry • A high standard of interpersonal and communication skills • Initiative and Àexibility to work within a changing environment • The ability to plan and implement strategies to maintain and create ef¿ciencies within the Credit Union A current driver’s licence is essential for the position.

This position offers excellent working conditions and bene¿ts. A salary will be offered that will be commensurate with the successful applicant’s quali¿cations and experience.

If you are highly motivated with the necessary drive and skills to meet the expectations of this position then we encourage you to apply by sending your written application and resume to: Human Resources Manager, Alliance One Credit Union Ltd P O Box 378, WHYALLA SA 5600 or email: careers@a1cu.com.au Applications close Friday 15 February 2008 Alliance One Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

SEASIDE lifestyle at Coffin Bay permanent rental - new 3 bedroom home, 2 bathrooms, double lockup carport. Next to golf course Phone Megan/David 8671 3179

Roxby Downs Blue Light Committee Meeting

ENGAGEMENT TRAEGER – Schubert It is with love and happiness that Julie and Murray announce the engagement of their daughter Kara to Jay, son of Kathryn and Ivan Schubert of Cleve.

Anyone interested please come along or advise the Roxby Downs Police Station of your apology.

Sunday, February 17th, 2008 At the Roxby Downs Police Station, 4.00 p.m.

FOR SALE

RENTAL 2004 Crewman SS 6-speed $30,000 ph HISTORIC House for rent in the centre of 0400 155 22 beautiful Melrose, fully furnished $250/ 2 bedroom unit in Myall Grove Caravan week. (sorry no pets, children, or smokers) Park. One year old, fully furnished includ- phone 08 8598 4161 ing own inside laundry. In outstanding condition. Includes site fees paid until 30th TRANSPORT/REMOVALS June. $155,000.00. Contact CHRIS: 0418 181 085.

ADELAIDE fully furnished apartment on North Terrace with stunning views. Access to pool, spa, sauna. Investment or live in!

0402 714 001 FOR Sale 26ft Caravan – Hard Annex Site 22 Roxby Downs Caravan Park. Partly furnished. Double and Single Beds, Fridge, Microwave, Two air-conditioners, cooking utensils, TV and cabinet table. Van has a shower. Carport. Price $35,000 ONO Phone 0418 840 358 NEW transportable modular buildings in stock in Roxby. Modules can be interconnected to increase floor area and to give flexible design options. Contact 0438 099 496

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Pt Pirie & Adelaide Depots

outh Australians now have a credit card payment option for registration renewals at 300 plus Australia Post outlets across the State.

Antique & Household Removals Local, Interstate & Country Storage & Delivery Specialists

This follows negotiations, initiated by Service SA, a division of the Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure, in response to customer demand for a credit card payment option through Australia Post outlets.

In addition, 40 regional Australia Post outlets will also offer credit card payments for photo licence renewals.

The credit card option at Australia Post outlets will provide additional choice and convenience, as well as increase access to counter services for people paying their registration renewal fees.

The initiative is part of Service SA’s comprehensive strategy to improve customer service and reduce queues across South Australia’s registration and licensing outlets.

Later this month metropolitan registration and licensing outlets will start being progressively upgraded to meet the requirements of Service SA customer service centres.

Service SA’s strategy includes queue management systems in all metropolitan area centres increasing the ability to better match staffing and customer demand thereby improving the speed and quality of service delivery.

Service SA is also negotiating with Bill Express (270 newsagency outlets) across South Australia to further increase service access.

Ph: 0427 716 173 Roxby Downs À Pt Augusta À Pt Pirie

FURNITURE Removals to or from Roxby and surrounding areas. now available by Copper Coast Removals. For Competitive rates call Ian on 0448 358 420 or 8823 3412 anytime.

PORT Broughton: house/land package, one only, for completion late 2008.

TUITION Spacious 4BR Rivergum home, ensuite, A/C, large 6x9m colorbond garage ideal for GUITAR Tuition Stef Saunders 0400 boat, huge 1200sqm block. Pt Broughton, under 2 hrs to Adelaide and on the way to 995 277 Roxby, is a picturesque Yorke Peninsula town great for boating. $239,500. Ph. 86352566 NETBALL ROXBY Downs Netball Association - registration forms available from Sportspower.

Registration closes Feb 29. Season commences 4th April 2008

Credit cards for registration renewals

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Something to sell?

Place your classified in The Monitor. Phone Regina or Erin on 8671 2683.

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BUSINESS INFO

DIRECTORY

LAVRICK ENGINEERING

banking where members benet Everyone in Roxby Downs can enjoy the benets of banking with Big Sky.

Visit us in Tutop Street or call 8671 2555

• All Mechanical Repairs • New Car Servicing • Electronic Diagnostics • Tilt Tray Vehicle Recovery • Spare Parts and Batteries

Complete Ute & Van Hire Agent Olympic Way OLYMPIC DAM SA 5725 Ph 8671 0404 Fax 8671 0418 PROVIDING A COMPLETE SERVICE

BLD - 173944

•General Repairs •Fencing •Carpentry •Cabinet-making •Plumbing •Gas-fitting •Electrical •Carpet/Vinyl •Painting •Refrigeration

Ph 8671 1234 Fax 8671 2823 Mob 0407 711 234 Shop 5/14 Tutop Street, Roxby Downs, SA Page 14 – Thursday, February 14, 2008

Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours The Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours are 1pm – 6pm, seven days a week. Residents are encouraged to utilise this FREE service as the dumping of litter in reserves or lands surrounding the town attract an expiation penalty fee of $315.00 as per the Local Government Act. Advertising on Council Infrastructure Advertising on Council infrastructure such as light poles can attract expiation notices under the Local Government Act. If you spot any such advertising please notify the Council.

Dog Registration Dog Registrations for 2007/08 financial year are now overdue. Grace period for registration expired on 31 August 2007. Therefore an $80 expiation fee can apply, plus an expiation fee of $80 for every14 days the dog remains unregistered.

Rates The Second Instalment notices for rates were issued on 16/11/2007. The due date was 17/12/2007.

Please contact Bronnie Warren at the Council on 86710010 with any enquiries.

Water Accounts for December 2007 Quarter have now been issued and are due for payment on 15th on February 2008. Please pay by the due date to avoid late fees.

Electricity Electricity Billing Notices for Quarter ended 31st December 2007 are now overdue and Reminder Notices have been issued. Please pay by the due date to avoid further action.

Parking Please be aware that there has been an increase in the expiation fee for parking in a bus zone, it has gone up to $73 from $47.

Local Website Visit your local website. Read what’s new at www.roxbycouncil.com.au.

Service SA On Wednesday and Thursdays only between the hours of 9.00am and 4.00pm Council provides Transport Services including Vehicle and Boat Registrations and Licencing Transactions Rubbish Collection Residents are reminded that there is a limit of one bin per household for weekly rubbish collection and that it is the resident’s responsibility to ensure that bins are in serviceable condition with closable lids that prevent flies and birds from accessing rubbish. Please be diligent as littering attracts an Expiation Penalty Fee of $315.00 – ie over flowing bins.

Waste Oil Disposal Council operates a waste oil collection facility at the Roxby Downs Landfill site. Disposal of all used motor oil at this facility is free. For Further information contact Council 8671 0010 or BSH Waste Solutions on 8671 1154. No cooking oils, coolants, diesel, or diesel blended fuels (bio Diesel) are to be deposited into the unit. This Facility is open 1pm -6pm seven days.

Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours Open days and hours on a magnet are available at the front counter upon request. Hours are as follow 1pm – 6pm seven days a week. - see www. roxbycouncil.com.au Council Office Hours – General Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm For all after hours Emergency’s please contact the Emergency Phone on 0419 892 870

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Evans Mini Earthworks

Provides the following services in Roxby Downs & Andamooka • Bobcat Hire • Tipper Hire • Post Hole Boring • Sand, Gravel, Barkchip, etc.

• General Yard Cleanup • Rubbish Removal For your FREE quote, please phone Ian: 0439 287 205 or Jodie: 0400 087 066, or Email: emearthworks@bigpond.com Locally owned business!

Copper Coast Removals Furniture Removals to or from Roxby Downs, Leigh Creek, Port Augusta, Coober Pedy and surrounding areas, now available by Copper Coast Removals.

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Olympic Dam climbed back to the top of the table victory at Woomera against the Redbacks who are now with a hard fought four wicket win at Roxby Downs out of major round calculations following another less oval over previous table leaders Roxby Rogues. than desirable batting effort.

Olympic Dam skipper Alan Woolford won the toss and elected to field in a move that appeared to backfire as openers Randall Wyatt and Paul Trotta put on 47 for the first wicket.

The run rate however was slow against a reasonably accurate attack and the effects of a still lush outfield and once the breakthrough was achieved by Joel Nicholson after a series of dropped catches Olympic Dam gradually took control of the match.

Tight bowling strangled the batting side’s effort and they never recovered from a middle order collapse despite the efforts of Andy Clafton who came in at 4/61 and departed at 7/107 with 42 runs to his name.

Woolford returned to top form with the ball using the available breeze to perfection in taking 3 wickets for four runs in eight overs, five of which were maidens.

Chasing a target of 114 to win the Devils made a poor start as Rogues brought themselves back into the game to have them 3/29 in the eighth over but they were unable to snare the prize wicket of Charl Botes whose half century took Olympic Dam out of danger.

Botes who came in at 3/29, hit three sixes and four boundaries in his usual style to put his side within reach of the points at 5/98.

The winning runs came up in the 26th over with Darren Leonard (14) remaning not out along with Craig Nichols but it was not an overly convincing effort by the Devils as they were at near full strength while the Rogues were without allrounders Uma and Barnes and strike bowler Sam Nethery.

SCORES : Roxby Rogues Wyatt b Woolford 27, Trotta c Shinnick b Nicholson 12, Daley c Prior b Woolford 10, Kaminski b Hoffmann 1, Heit c Moroney b Hoffmann 0, Walker run out (Nicholson) 1, Ferguson b Moroney 6, Clafton c Prior b Moroney 42, Martlew b Woolford 0, Benson b Botes 1, Dadleh J not out 0, Extras 13, Total 113.

Bowling: Botes 7-1-1/21 Nicholson 8-1-1/23 Hoffmann 8-0-2/52 Woolford 8-5-3/4 Moroney 3.4-0-2/10.

Olympic Dam: Moroney b Ferguson 0, Prior c Daley b Wyatt 14, Shinnick c Trotta b Ferguson 6, Botes b Trotta 58, McEvoy D c Wyatt b Trotta 14, McEvoy B c Wyatt b Daley 8, Leonard not out 14, Nichols not out 0.

Extras 7. Total 6/121.

Bowling: Ferguson 8-0-2/44 Wyatt 7-0-1/37 Trotta 5-0-2/23 Daley 6-2-1/17.

Wanderers made sure of a finals berth with a six wicket

Dismissed for only 85 runs the home side made early inroads into the Swaggies batting line but had nowhere near enough runs to play with as Damien Smith 25 and Tim Authur 27 not out made the bulk of the target required.

Ryan Selkirk with 4/9 off eight overs did most of the damage for the visitors as Wally Broome defied all efforts to dismiss him and carried his bat for a well deserved unbeaten half century.

Price, Thompson and Wilson all took two wickets each for the winners while Andy Searle bowled well for his trio of scalps for the Redbacks.

SCORES Woomera.

Broome not out 54, Pillar c Hancock b Price 5, Blatchford b Selkirk 1, Turner c Authur b Selkirk 0, Gore b Price 1, Blackie b Selkirk 1, Couzens c Authur b Selkirk 0, Payne c Taylor b Wilson 5, Searle c Taylor b Thompson 7, Ingold b Thompson 2, Martin c Smith b Wilson 1. Extras 8. Total 85.

Bowling: Selkirk 8-6-4/9 Price 8-0-2/29 Thompson 6-1-2/36 Wilson 6-2-2/11.

Wanderers: Selkirk c Couzens b Searle 8, Grimston c Payne b Gore 3, Taylor c Ingold b Searle 9, Smith c Payne b Searle 25, Thompson not out 7, Authur not out 27. Extras10.Total 4/89 Bowling: Gore 5-0-1/32 Searle 8-2-3/16 Turner 5-10/15 Blatchford 2-0-0/15 Ingold 1-0-0/10.

Table (3 matches left) Olympic Dam 44, Roxby Rogues 42, Wanderers 36, Woomera Redbacks 22.

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Semaphore Beach has nice yellow fin whiting in the shallows and blue swimmer crabs still abundant most evenings from the jetty at the moment.

Anglers using beach or tube worms are gaining success on the high tides.

After dark however is a must for the blueys with a chicken carcass being the number one bait.

Sheringa Beach on the west coast has nice gutters and salmon patrolling in most of them.

Nora Creina has salmon trout and the odd mulloway.

Tuna schools were sighted from the Pt Labatt cliffs, if the school stay close they might be accessible to land based game fishing in the near future.

Big Bend in the river Murray has carp and callop.

Boaties Western River to Snug Cove on Kangaroo Island has nice Snapper, Blue Devils and Nannygai.

Bag limits on most days have been possible in only a few hours.

The next few months look good for big boat anglers in the area, with blue fin reports from Neptune Island to West Bay KI starting up.

Glenelg Boaties again reported good blue swimmer numbers easily attainable in grounds 2 - 3 mm from shore.

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Dirt Karts urgent plea The Roxby Downs Desert Dirt Kart Club has made an urgent plea to the town’s big contractors.

The club needs a couple of truck loads of clay so it can be laid on the track to ensure the season opens on schedule on March the 1st.

Last weekend club members volunteered the time to get the track and surrounds up to scratch before the season opens and were shocked at what they found.

“As soon as we started to touch the track surface it broke up and turned to bull dust,” Club Treasurer Cathy Calligaris said.

“We were stunned, the whole track was affected. It must have been because of the continued dry spell we had out that way.

“It has left us dismayed and disappointed because our juniors need to have a minimum of three meetings in March in order to qualify for the state titles,” she said.

“But we can’t allow them to run on the track the way it is, it’s just too dangerous, we need to have the clay surface to make it safe for the kids.”

The Club has appealed to any earthmoving business in Roxby Downs or any of the big contractors who may be able to donate a bit of clay so the club can get it laid and finished before March 1st.

“It will be devastating to everyone if we can’t run on March 1st,” Ms Calligaris said.

“The kids especially will be down because they’re put in so much hard work over the off season preparing to qualify for the state titles, and now they’ve had the track pulled from beneath them.

“We’ll be so thankful if anyone can help us out of this predicament,” she said.

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