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CALL TO ARMS...

Victims of vandalism are calling for a stop to the recent spate of malicious damage by local youth, from left, Bec Penglase, Lyn White, Kath Macalister, Constable Sam Yates, Sue Penglase and Liz Chilton. Roxby Downs Swimming Pool, above, is one of the latest targets of vandals.

Enough is enough!

Community calls for an end to spate of vandalism ROXBY DOWNS…Local business and service-providers are up in arms following a spate of violence in the Christmas school holidays.

Since December 2003, a series of Roxby Downs businesses have been targeted in the town’s most serious incident of repeat vandalism for several years.

Several businesses and Roxby Downs Area School have been the victim of broken windows and signs, the National Australia Bank

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ATM was damaged and a fire hose turned on and pushed through the ‘drop box’ at Blockbuster Video damaging fittings, CDs and DVDs. “Once again, it’s a small minority that are making the majority pay for their behaviour,” Blockbuster spokeswoman Liz Chilton told The Monitor this week.

“And because they are underage, perpetrators are getting away with it and the victims have to pay.

“But if businesses have to start putting up prices then everyone

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pays.”

In what is probably one of the most serious cases of destructive vandalism over these holidays, the Roxby Downs Leisure Centre and Youth Services were forced to close doors following rubbish and furniture being thrown into the pool, and damage to the fibreglass slide and an electric pumping system.

While police have reported several youth, centre manager Laurence Duggan told The Monitor he believed it was the oldest members of

the group who caused the most damage during the incident.

“This kind of damage is unprecedented at the centre – sometimes we have people break in to swim but this was major damage,” he said.

“On the other hand, we are incredibly proud of those young people who came forward, and those who, when they were approached by police, admitted to trespassing.”

The most recent incident occurred at the Roxby Downs Area School

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“This isn’t the first time the school’s been a victim of vandalism – we’ve had windows smashed, classes broken into and this year we even had teacher’s term teaching programs stolen out of a filing cabinet,” Roxby Downs Area School acting principal Kath Macalister said. ...continued Page 2

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Nominations called for advisory group FAR NORTH REGION…Coordinators are calling for community nominations to the Outback Health Advisory Group.

Plans for the committee, which will provide community direction to the Port Augusta Hospital Board which administers local health services, were outlined at a community meeting in late 2003.

“I thought the support for the first meeting last year was good and many of the significant stakeholders within Roxby were there,” Roxby Downs Director of Nursing and Executive Officer Janine Connell said.

“We can’t discount the importance of the people there but I’d like to see more of the average Roxby Downs citizens take up a role within the advisory group.

“This is a chance for local, everyday residents to have a say in how their health services will grow and meet the needs of the community in the future “People don’t need any special skills or experience to be involved, they just need to care about how health is delivered within Roxby Downs and want to get involved.”

The committee is targeting voting members from throughout the Roxby Downs, Andamooka, Woomera, Olympic Dam and Pimba regions.

Residents with an interest in joining the committee, or who would like to learn more about the group, can contact Janine Connel or Kathy Wooldridge at Roxby Downs Health Services for more information – ph 8671 9020.

The next committee meeting will be held on Monday, February 16, at the Roxby Downs Health Services seminar room, at 7pm – all are welcome.

Nomination forms are available from Roxby Downs Health Services.

Packed program for first Outback Fringe ROXBY DOWNS...Organisers of the inaugural Outback Fringe Festival in March this year have planned a packed program for the three-day event.

The event will be launched by the Honorable John Hill MP, Minister Assisting the Premier in the Arts, on Friday, March 19, 2004.

Other prominent figures at the event will include authors Kirst Brooks - writer of ‘Lady Luck’ and ‘The Vodka Dialogue’, James Woodford - author of ‘The Dog Fence’ and local author John Read.

These authors will spearhead a variety of writer’s events where lo-

cal writers and readers are welcome to contribute, or just sit back and listen - and maybe buy a book or two.

Other planned activities include the ‘Fringe Bazaar’ evening markets, children’s activities, a youth disco and live music.

For more information about writer’s events, phone Louise Lavery - 0417 854 603.

To register your stall for the ‘Fringe Bazaar’ evening markets, phone Megan Barker - 0418 870 012 or email culture@roxbydowns.net.

To join the SpinFX jam sessions, contact Yvette Mooney - 0409 506 213.

Fringe calling for corporate sponsors ROXBY DOWNS...The Outback Fringe Festival is currently seeking sponsorship. “We would like to invite businesses to assist Roxby Downs in hosting the first-ever annual Outback Fringe Festival in March this year”.

“The community-inspired annual Outback Fringe Festival will provide a fantastic opportunity to have access to some of the countries best performing artists and not to mention our own talented locals,” event coordinator Megan Barker said.

Roxby Downs, Woomera, Andamooka and other outback communities will be participating in a range of cultural experiences - combining live music, entertainment, comedy, theatre, literature, dance and visual arts.

This is an ideal opportunity to promote your business and your commitment to the community.

For further information please call Megan Barker 0418 870012 or e-mail culture@roxbydowns.net.

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Community calls for an end to vandalism ...continued from Page 1 “These vandals seem to have actively targeted services that cater to youth – they’re hurting themselves.

“Public schools are funded from the public purse – when they hit are school they’re paying for it with their parents’ and their own tax monies.

“They need to find something more productive to do with their time because that money could be put to much better use in our schools.

“If this is more than just senseless vandalism, if there’s a complaint behind it, then there are better ways to resolve it.”

While local police can usually expect an increase of vandalism in school holidays, this year has been unusually high, Sgt Richard Hobbs told The Monitor last week.

“Incidences of vandalism are usually very low in Roxby Downs and we do usually see an increase in school holidays but the incidences in this period has been higher than in other years,” he said.

Sgt Hobbs said the incidences are believed to be the work of a small group of young people.

“Their actions are costing the whole community large amounts of money, wasting a lot of people’s time – the police, the people who fix the damage and clean up their mess after them.

“But they are affecting themselves as much as everyone else in the community and that’s the sad bit.”

While police are following up a series of leads, and several youths have been reported and spoken to in relation to trespass, no charges have yet been laid.

Sgt Hobbs called on the community to speak out against the vandalism and to provide any relevant information to police.

“We need information as to who is doing the damage – whether it be actual eyewitness accounts or even rumours so we can start our investigations somewhere.

“The hard thing is that most of this damage is occurring very late at the night, or the early hours of the morning, and these youths are pretty much undisturbed by witnesses.

“We’ve increased police foot patrols at night, targeting areas which have previously been targeted and we have reported more youths for various offences – mainly alcohol-related in that time.

“Our message to these people is ‘stop it now, you will get caught eventually’.

“But it’s not just the responsibility of the youths involved. How many parents know where their kids are after midnight?

“These kids belong to someone – are their parents taking their parenting responsibilities seriously?”

Roxby Downs Youth Services representatives Bec and Sue Penglase told The Monitor they were very disappointed that “these people are making the community think twice about how they treat youth in this town”.

“We’ve been working very hard to raise community support and get services for local youth, and once again, there’s a small group out there overshadowing the good work of most of the community’s youth,” Sue Penglase said.

“We haven’t been hit yet but if this continues it will affect youth services because the leisure centre might think twice about giving us the use of the pool and the centre, and the community won’t see local youth in a good light.”

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Australia Day across the region WOOMERA...Young citizen awardwinner Annalise Nicholls was honoured at the Woomera Australia Day celebrations.

ANDAMOOKA… Australia Day Award recipients, from left, back, Jim Blackmore, Graham Edwards, Dave Spargo, Peter Elsegood, front, Ann Rathjen, Verona Taubers, Lorraine Currie and Marie Greagen.

ROXBY DOWNS... Roxby Downs citizen of the year Val Lamb, centre, celebrated her Australia Day award with family, from left, Ken, Matthew, 3, and Donna Lamb, Anne-Marie and Tine Clements, Darren, Angela and Hayley Lamb, 2, and Stuart and Bev Clements. Mrs Clements also displays an congraulatory email picture from Mrs Lamb’s eldest daughter Kelli-Jo Kovac and husband Dave in Guatemala.

Olympic Dam FAR NORTH REGION... Communities throughout the Far North Region celebrated Australia Day on Monday, January 26.

Local citizens, young and old, were recognised for their commitment and contributions to their home towns with a series of citizen awards.

In Roxby Downs, long-time resident Val Lamb was surprised to discover she was the recipient of the local citizen award, not husband Ken as she had been told by organisers.

“I came here expecting to see Ken accept this award - and then they called my name,” she told The Monitor on monday.

“I didn’t expect it and I don’t know if I’ve done enough to deserve it - there’s so many people out there who have given so much more than me.”

When Mrs Lamb left her seat to accept the award she was surprised to see her parents, brother and sister-inlaw in the audience, who had left Kimba at 5am to be in Roxby Downs for the ceremony. Mrs Lamb has been a long-term supporter of the Royal Flying Doctors Service and women’s health in Roxby Downs.

The Roxby Downs ceremony was hosted at the local swimming pool and the award were followed by novelty activities such as thong-throwing.

In Woomera, more than 80 people attended an Australia Day barbecue at Breen Park where local resident Tom

Blackie was named as citizen of the year.

Michael Ingold also received a certificate of appreciation after being nominated for the award, and the young citizen award was presented to 15-year-old Annalise Nicholls - a keen contributor at community events in Woomera and chairperson of the ‘student voice’ at the local school.

“I think the best reward is being thanked when you’ve helped out,” she said.

In Andamooka, more than 50 people attended an evening ceremony which included light-hearted awards, as well as recognising the contributions of local citizens including citizen of the year Graham Edwards.

In Andamooka, long-time resident Graham Edwards was named citizen of the year.

Mr Edwards, now retired, has lived locally for 24 years and has offered his untiring dedication to the Andamooka community, volunteering for many services and projects in the town.

Most recently, he was a driving force behind the upgrade of the kitchen at the Andamooka Community Hall, spending countless hours on a grader upkeeping the local airstrip as well as local roads and has been an active volunteer in APOMA, the Andamooka Emergency Services and the Frontier Services.

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St Barbara’s Catholic Church Roxby Downs Saturday evening 6pm Sunday morning 9am

Andamooka Catholic Church Sunday 11am first and third Sunday of every month

St Michael’s Catholic Church Woomera Sunday 5pm all denominations welcome

Roxby Downs Lutheran Church Sunday 10.30am and Sunday School – 9.30am

Roxby Downs Christian Community Church Sunday 10am

Andamooka Community Church Sunday 2pm

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Texas Chainsaw Masacre Rated :MA Inspired by a true story, a psychotic killer runs rampant, due to a serious face deformity, terrorizing a group of friends passing through town. Stars Jessica Nicholson and Johnathan Tucker.

Friday, Sunday and Tuesday 8pm.

Friday, February 6 - Tuesday, February 10

Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Rated :M The former Fellowship of the Ring prepare for the final battle for Middle Earth, while Frodo and Sam approach Mount Doom to destroy the One Ring.

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Annual trapping at Arid Recovery OLYMPIC DAM… As part of their ongoing program of monitoring local flora and fauna, Arid Recovery will conducting its annual small vertebrate trapping in early February.

The Arid Recovery reserve, situated on the borefield road near Roxby Downs, is a combined initiative of the University of Adelaide, National Parks and Wildlife, WMC and the Friends of Arid Recovery Project.

The arid zone restoration project has already seen the successful reintroduction of several native species into a 60km2 reserve.

This reserve is one of the largest feral animal-free reserves in Australia.

Arid Recovery staff, students and volunteers will trap, observe and record small native rodents, lizards and snakes both inside and outside the Arid Recov-

TRAPPING…Arid Recovery student Reece Wilkie checking an Elliott trap as part of the project’s annual small vertebrate monitoring program in February 2003. ery reserve to compare impact rates of different factors on native animal population, before releasing them back into

the reserve.

Community members can view animals and learn more about local fauna and the Arid Re-

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information contact Arid Recovery Publicity Officer Yvette Mooney - ph 8671 8972.

Far North Region police report FAR NORTH REGION…An 18-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported for disorderly behaviour on January 25, 2004.

On January 24, 2004, an 18-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported for being unlawfully on premises.

Also, in an unrelated incident on January 24, 2004, an 18-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported for breaching a barring order relating to his attendance at a licensed premises.

A report was received on January 24, 2004 in relation to a locker being broken into in the change rooms of the mine. The victim’s accommodation key and cash were stolen.

The victim then found on returning to his room, that the key had been used to gain entry and more cash stolen.

17-year-old youth from Roxby Downs was reported for being unlawfully on premises on January 23, 2004.

A report was received on January 23, 2004 of a vehicle being illegally used from “The Lot” on Olympic Way, Roxby Downs.

A 24-year-old Roxby Downs man was reported for riding an unregistered, uninsured motorcycle without a licence on January 22, 2004.

A 17-year-old Roxby Downs youth was reported on January 21, 2004 for the possession of liquor in a public place.

Also on January 21, 2004 in an unrelated incident, a 17-year-old youth from Roxby Downs was reported for urinating in a public place.

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Police received a report on January 21, 2004 of the theft of money from a licensed premise.

On January 19, 2004, a 17-year-old youth from Roxby Downs was reported for the possession of liquor in a public place.

Police received a report on January 19, 2004 of the theft of alcohol from a licensed premise.

A 27-year-old woman from Grange was reported on January 16, 2004 for exceeding the prescribed concentration of alcohol.

A report of property damage was received from the Roxby Downs Leisure Centre where damage was caused to the pool on January 16, 2004. Anyone with any information in relation to this should contact the Roxby Downs Police Station on 8671 0370.

A report of theft of a blower vac was received also received on January 16, 2004 from a Roxby Downs business.

On January 15, 2004, a report of illegal interference was received from Burgoyne Street, Roxby Downs.

Also on January 15, 2004, Police received a report of theft of a tarpaulin from a business at Olympic Dam. On the same day, in an unrelated incident, a report of property damage by water was received from two businesses in Richardson Place, Roxby Downs. Anyone with any information in relation to this should contact the Roxby Downs Police Station on 8671 0370.

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January 13, 2004 from a business at Olympic Dam. Also on the same day, in an unrelated incident, Police received a report of the theft of a handbag from Richardson Place Roxby Downs.

A report of Aggravated Serious Criminal Trespass and Theft was received from the Roxby Downs Area School on January 13, 2004, where a small amount of stationary items were stolen. Property has since been recovered and police have charged three youths.

A 22-year-old man from Para Hills was reported for urinating in a public place on January 11, 2004.

Police have actively pursued reports from last week concerning persons being unlawfully on premises within the Swimming Pool Complex. A number of youths and adults have been reported during the week for this offence. This is a reminder that no-one has permission to be within the Swimming Pool Complex after hours and anyone caught will be prosecuted.

Police are also aware of a number of lockers being broken into at the Mine. The target for the thief is generally cash and room keys for Camp One. Once the keys are taken, the rooms are being entered and more items stolen.

Information about these matters can be reported to the Roxby Downs Police Station on 8671 0370 or by telephoning Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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ANDAMOOKA…Make new friends, make a difference – make it down to the Andamooka Opal Fields Branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) on the second Tuesday of the month, in the Andamooka CWA rooms. Have a cuppa and a chat. New faces always welcome. Or talk to the volunteers at the CWA op-shop - Fridays from 9am to 1pm, and Saturdays from 9am to noon. For more information contact president Pat Freer - 8672 7125, secretary Pat Edwards 8672 7171 or Mona Flint at the op-shop - 8672 7011.

MARREE…Long-time Marree resident Vin Bullen died suddenly on January 11. Mr Bullen, a teacher at Marree Aboriginal School for seven years, was captain of the local CFS, president of the Marree Picnic Race Club, a member of the Marree Progress Association and an active member of the community. He also taught at Leigh Creek. Mr Bullen will be farewelled locally by friends and peers at a memorial service, on Saturday, February 7, in the evening. The service will be followed by a social night cricket game in memory of his love of cricket and his support of local sport.

WILLIAM CREEK...The Annual William Creek Gymkhana will be held on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 April, 2004 with a “Motorkhana” to be held on the Sunday.

William Creek is also starting to make preparations for a cattle drive, which will occur during September of this year. Final details will be available towards the end of February, so watch this space for all further information, including dates and booking information.

ANDAMOOKA...Andamooka hosted its own Schutzenfest festival this month to coincide with the Adelaide celebrations of the annual event. Around 50 people attended the social event hosted by the Opal Hotel Social Club.

PIMBA...The first journey of a freight train on the Adelaide to Darwin railway was celebrated on January 15, 2004. The train, which heralded a new era of interstate transport and is expected to bring new opportunities to Alice Springs and Port Augusta, has received mixed reactions from the Pimba community. Pimba relies on trucking as the town’s major income. While a spur line and siding does exist at Pimba to offer possibilities for passengers travelling by train to the area, there are no plans currently in the pipeline for freight trains to stop at Pimba.

Despite concerns that interstate trucking numbers may be reduced, residents are confident that local transport opportunities will continue to support the town’s trucking industry.

FAR NORTH REGION...Changes to firearms laws in SA have prompted a ‘buyback’ and amnesty and local police are inviting gun-owners to hand in their illegallyowned weapons before March 31, 2004. The changes specifically target handgun owners, and will affect many sporting shooters including pistol club members, and collectors. Penalties have increased and gun-owners are urged to visit their local police station and ensure they comply with new regulations and restrictions. For more information, contact the Buy Back Centre on 8463 7340, or the Firearms Hotline - ph 8204 2495.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA...Teaching history was made this week when 24 SA teachers started the school year as the state’s first ‘country teaching scholars’. Each of the scholars received financial support from the State Government for the final year of their study in 2003 under the inaugural ‘country teaching scholarships’ initiative.

Scholarship teachers are guaranteed jobs on graduation in country schools. In the Far North Region, two scholarship teachers have been placed at Roxby Downs Area School, one at Leigh Creek Area School, one at Coober Pedy Area School and one at Port Augusta Secondary School.

WOOMERA...A public auction will be hosted by auctioneers Evans Clarke Dominion on Friday, February 13, at the Woomera Stores Compound, at 10am. This auction is part of a series of four auctions in three states to dispose of detention centre vehicles, furniture and sundires. For more information, phone Rob Mitchell 0408 855 799.

ROXBY DOWNS...Roxby Downs Community Board will host its first meeting for the year on Monday, February 2, at 6pm in the council boardroom. The topic will be health. Community members are invited to email their comments or topic suggestions to communityboard @roxbydowns.net.

FAR NORTH REGION...Winners of the Arid Areas Writing Awards were announced last month, including short story category winner Gwen Leane of Port Augusta, and Gina Dawes from Farina Station near Lyndhurst. The writers tackeld the topic ‘Water - our life’ and received cash prizes for their contributions. The competition was hosted by the Arid Areas Catchment Water Management Board. Board spokeswoman Lyn Brake said the competition had been an important tool in focusing peple’s attention on the importance of ‘water for life’.

POWER PLANS...Pimba residents waiting for public power supply to reach their homes after a 12year crusade - from left, back, Graham Blatchford, Ashley Bannerman, Graeme Austin, Harry Bovey, front, Gwen Bannermann, Janet Austin and Vi Blatchford. The Pimba Progress Association expects confirmation this month of when the town of 30 residents will receive access to grid eletricity.

Pimba residents’ 12 year wait for power PIMBA...Pimba residents’ 12-year quest for access to public power may soon be over.

Despite living right under a string of powerlines, most of the community’s 30 or so residents run their homes on generator power.

The community originally applied to access grid electricity in 1993 - and they’ve been waiting ever since.

“It’s just ludicrous for some of us to have power and some of us not when the power lines run right overhead,” Pimba resident Ashley Bannerman said.

“I’ve actually got power, and so has Spud’s Roadhouse, but then there’s houses in between that don’t.”

Grid electricity was

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originally made available to many of Pimba’s railway employees in the 1960s, while the Spud’s Roadhouse was hooked up to the grid around 10 years ago by Woomera administrators.

But now the Pimba Progress Association wants to see the entire community powered up - and they want it soon.

“We’ve been told that it’s coming, but we’ve been told that a lot of times over the years,” association president Rex Ridley said.

Locally-based contractor Cowell Electric has been engaged to carry out the installation, while Woomera-based

Australian Defense Services have been approved to supply power to the community.

However, the 12-year wait has been prolonged, again, while negotiations for the replacement of two faulty transformers and the location of ‘point of supply’ are underway.

Meanwhile, Pimba residents are expending as much as $1000 every six weeks for each of the community’s five diesel generators.

“And that’s only running it in the mornings from 6.30am to 8.30am, and 3.30pm to 10.30pm at night - there’s no air conditioning and no

power during the middle of the day, we just can’t afford to run it like that,” Graham Blatchford said.

“We pay more rates than in places like Georgetown, and yet we have no garbage collection, no septic, no road maintenance and no power,” he said.

The Pimba community will contribute around $45000 to the cost of power poles, wire and installation.

The Pimba Progress Association hopes to be notified of an installation date before its upcoming AGM on Sunday, February 1, 10am, at Spuds Roadhouse.

Other items on the

agenda at the meeting include the quest to see local residents freehold local land, instead of living on yearly lease from the State Government.

“We’re in the process of trying to get land freehold, as opposed to yearly lease,” Mr Ridley told The Monitor last week.

“We have had some correspondence with various state departments but we don’t know where we stand at the moment. We own our homes but not the land.

Andamooka used to be like this, but now they can freehold, and we want to too.”

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BUSINESS

Business input sought for local signage ROXBY DOWNS…Roxby Downs Council and the local business forum are calling for greater business involvement in discussions for local business signage.

The issue of business signage opportunities has been a regular topic of interest at monthly business forum meetings.

“The issues have been, basically, that the businesses in the industrial area feel a little left out of the loop,” business forum chair Bob Stainer said.

“They feel that, because they’re not in the main street, they’re not getting the same exposure so it was suggested they do something towards getting their own structure on Olympic Way and using that to collectively advertise their businesses “We talked of the type, the location, who will pay for it - all the associated costs and effort involved “We are told by those in the know that it is going well, but we need more feedback.

“What do businesses want - how can we make it work?

“There’s also the issue of sport advertising - we have lots of opportunities to advertise businesses at the footy grounds or the basketball stadium if we can come up with a system that suits everyone.”

Roxby Downs Council approached local businesses late last year with design and function suggestions for signage at the Roxby Downs Industrial State and on Olympic Way. Businesses are again invited to have their say, before the February business forum, by contacting Margaret Anchor at the Roxby Downs Council - ph 8671 0011.

COMFORT...The Adelaide Airport Motel - luxurious inside and out - in a convenient location.

Adelaide Airport Motel - service and comfort 30 years of hospitality experience has recently landed on the doorstep of the newly refurbished Adelaide Airport Motel – and the Armstrong family are ready to greet new arrivals.

And with offers such as 10 days of free parking with a minimum one night stay, a free 24-hour pick up and drop off shuttle bus to the Adelaide Airport and a wide range of suites available, regional visitors are sure to drop in.

New manager Steve Armstrong said the family took over the busy motel, just outside the airport complex on Sir Donald Bradman Drive, in December. The whole family is now in full flight running the popular Adelaide business. Mr Armstrong has had 30 years of experience in the hospitality business including 10 years as a

steward and air chef with QANTAS – and daughter Stacey, a graduate from the Regency International Catering School, has opened Stacey’s Flight Deck Bar and Restaurant.

Along with wife Barbara and son Adrian, a member of the Australian ice hockey team, the Adelaide Airport Motel has become a real family affair.

Mr Armstrong said the motel had recently undergone a full refurbishment and included a wide range of accommodation alternatives including fantastic spa suites as well as family suites with adjoining rooms for the kids.

“Once you check in, your holiday begins,” Mr Armstrong said. And that is not just a cliché – The Adelaide Airport Motel has some very attractive offers for people

staying in Adelaide, or travelling to other destinations via the Adelaide Airport.

Mr Armstrong said the motel had a lot to offer its patrons including the 24-hour pick up and drop off shuttle bus to the Airport and the free parking deal.

“Public transport is at the door, with a regular bus service to the city and Glenelg – it will take you about 10 minutes,” Mr Armstrong said. He said the motel’s recent refurbishment made it popular with both families and the business sector.

Stacey’s Flight Deck Bar and Restaurant is open from 6am to 10am mornings for breakfast and 6pm to 10pm for evening meals – room service is also available.

The Adelaide Airport Motel is located at 406 Sir Donald Bradman Drive - ph (08) 8234 4000.

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VETCLINIC...The Roxby Downs Vet Clinic has seen several venue changes over the past few seven years.

Clinic offers expanded services and opening hours

For as little as $25 per person per day 12 berth of 5 star luxury with ensuites to 4 queen-sized bedrooms, designer decor, linen and window treatments plus 45 VHS movies.

Comforts including: 2 TVs, video system, DVD + CD player, pro-logic sound system, dishwasher, microwave, wall oven, hotplate, ducted air-conditioning, gas heater, 2 fridges, quiet generator, powered by twin 4 stroke outboards.

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Phone: (08) 8234 2320

Since establishing a permanent presence in Roxby Downs in 1998, the Roxby Downs Vet Clinic has slowly expanded their services to Roxby as the town has grown and matured.

Initially the clinic was based in the old pool kiosk opposite the Roxby Club with the vet consulting one day a month. This was gradually expanded to two days a fortnight and in 2001.

The clinic moved to its current Richardson Place position in November 2002.

The new airconditioned premises has allowed a large expansion in the services offered by the veterinary clinic. The vet now consults for three days every fort-

night from the clinic.

In December the clinics in Roxby Downs and Whyalla were linked and now share a common database. The biggest advance is that video conferencing is now available with a vet in Whyalla, significantly improving the ability of nurses to treat emergencies in Roxby Downs, when the vet isn’t in town.

From January 19 the clinic hours have been extended to 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 1pm on Saturday making the services far more accessable to shift workers in Roxby Downs.

The clinic can be contacted on 8671 0730 or the vet for after hours emergencies on 0419 806 392.

The RoxFM Copper Card WE’VE GOT ONE! HAVE YOU?

RoxFm Copper Card Specials for the Month of February All specials are exclusive to Copper Card holders on presentation of their card.

Auto Pro:

100 piece tool kit, normally $39.95, for card holders $35.95

Wendy’s:

4 different reward cards. Go into the draw for a birthday cake

Dunes’s Café:

All spuds for $4.00

Outback Cinema:

For all kids movies, Adults at kids prices $8 per ticket

Outback Landscape & Gardening:

10% off all plants and 5% off all bagged products

Leisure Centre:

Buy one aerobics class and receive your next class free

Roxby Downs Veterinary Clinic:

25% off Pet bowls and a Free dog hat or shirt

Flowers in the Bush:

From now until February 10 you can get 10% of roses for Valentine’s Day. Call 0408 711 459

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All copper card holders will go into a draw at the end of each month to win $25 in cash.

Birthday cake and monthly draw for January drawn at midday on January 30. For more information phone 8671 2545.

Save hundreds of dollars throughout the year with your Copper Card.

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GOOD NEWS PAGE Administration/Inventory Control Officer • Roxby Downs • Training & Career Development • Strong Employee Benefits Our client, a leading distributor of Electrical, Safety and Industrial products, is highly committed to it’s staff and providing outstanding service to its customers.

This exciting role will see you responsible for the Administration and Inventory Control of the Branch.

The ideal applicant will have strong PC and administrative skills including accounts receivable and payable experience. A background in stock control will also be highly regarded.

To secure this fabulous opportunity contact Astrid at IPA today on Ph: (08) 8210 0644, or forward your resume by Fax: (08) 8210 0688 or Email: applicationac@ipa.com.au

Puppy needs a pal RESCUED...Veterinary nurse Deb Towler is pictured with a rescued Staffie cross Blue Heeler pup which now needs a good home. Roxby Downs Vet Clinic staff have described the dog as friendly, healthy and desexed. If you can offer him a good home, mention this article for a free bag of puppy food. RoxFM Coppercard holders can also receive a $20 discount on the puppy’s $150 price, which includes desexing and first vaccination. Phone 8671 0730 for more information. Next time you are considering a family pet, why not visit your local vet or RSPCA office and give an abandoned animal a good home.

Emergency volunteers needed for database ROXBY DOWNS…Roxby Downs health services are calling on local residents to register as part of the town’s emergency assistance database.

In the case of a major emergency, community members with first aid, nursing or other appropriate experience will be called on to assist emergency and health services.

“We do have a list of people with relevant experience, but even if someone is on that list they need to re-register,” unit manager Leanne Setford told The Monitor last week.

“People with first aid or nursing experience are our major priority, but there’s lots of ways people can help in an emergency.

“If there was a plane or a bus crash in town these volunteers might make the difference.”

The call comes at a time when local emergency services are planning for a disaster exercise in March this year.

To register your details, contact the health centre – ph 8671 9020.

SEEKING STALL HOLDERS Saturday, March 20, 2004

Arts – Crafts – Foodstalls Night Market

OUTBACK FRINGE FESTIVAL March 19 to March 21

POLICE PRESENCE...Senior Constable Neil Wasley joins the Far North Regional police force this month. Snr Cst Wasley fills a long-empty permanent position at Woomera.

Long wait for Woomera police officer finally over WOOMERA…Woomera welcomed new police officer Neil Wasley this month following several months without permanent police presence in the town.

Senior Constable Wasley moved to Woomera this month with wife Sharon and son Matthew, 15.

The pair also have a daughter, Melanie, 25, who is working as a registered nurse in Adelaide.

Snr Cst Wasley brings 25 years of experience in the police force to his new position, including a background in country communities such as Lameroo, Kadina, Waikerie, Swan Reach, Blanchetown and

Morgan.

“I’m looking forward to a rewarding and enjoyable stay in Woomera,” he told The Monitor last week.

“I want people to know I’m approachable on any issue and they shouldn’t hesitate to come up and speak to me about the local issues and concerns.

“I’m keen to learn more about the community and it’s needs.”

While Roxby Downs-based police have policed the Woomera area for almost a year, there has not been a Woomera-based police officer for almost 10 months.

Be a part of this dynamic three day event in one of Australia’s most affluent regions.

For more information call Megan Barker 0418 870 012 culture@roxbydowns.net

Taking power beyond the Horizon • PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL • AIR-CONDITIONING • GAS FITTING Olympic Dam Cnr Gunson & Kanyaka Streets PO Box 64 Roxby Downs

Phone: 8671 0018

Let the Armstrong Family welcome you to the new Adelaide Airport Motel “Once You Check in Your Holiday Begins” NEWLY REFURBISHED AND UNDER NEW FAMILY MANAGEMENT • Spa rooms and Adjoining Family Suites available • Free 24 hour courtesy shuttle bus to airport • Public transport at the door - 10 minutes from city and 10 minutes from Glenelg • Stay one night - receive 10 days parking FREE • Enjoy a meal and drinks at the new Stacey’s Flight Deck, Bar and Restaurant • Corporate Bookings Sector and family stays all catered for

The Armstrong Family brings 30 years of hospitality and experience to the newly refurbished Adelaide Airport Motel

ADELAIDE AIRPORT MOTEL 406 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Brooklyn Park

Ph (08) 8234 4000

email: adelaideairportmotel@bigpond.com.au

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ROXBY DOWNS AREA SCHOOL fortnightly newsletter This community page is paid for by the Roxby Downs Area School

A message from the Principal

RDAS welcomes new team of teachers NEW STAFF...Roxby Downs Area School welcomed its newest addition to the local teaching team, from left, back, Zane Petty, Renae Litster, Daniel Seidel, Nardene Edmonds, Melanie Wastell, front, Natalie Jones, Irena Vigar, Jodie Meyer and Gillian Oak. Parents and students will have a chance to meet the new staff in person at a barbecue on Wednesday, February 11, from 6pm.

Year 12 enrolments strong following 2003 successes 2003 proved to be an excellent step forward for Roxby Downs Area School’s senior school.

Year 12 results were released on December 18 and were the best ever recorded by the school, with all but three students successfully completing their SACE certificate.

This was especially pleasing considering that 2003 saw the largest Year 12 class ever to go through the school.

Top marks went to Mikaela Aldenhoven who scored A-grades in three subjects, including a perfect 20 for Food and Hospitality.

A-grades were also recorded in English Communications (4), Food and Hospitality (2) and Mathematical Applications (1).

A further 47 per cent of students achieved B-grades - well above the state average.

Joslyn Fox, RDAS Assistant Principal 7-12, was very pleased with the overall results.

“Congratulations must go to both students and their teachers,” she said.

“Solid results like this can only happen with an effective partnership.”

Year 12 numbers are remaining steady at RDAS this year with over GRADUATES...2003 Year 12 RDAS students with teachers at the year’s formal graduation function.

20 students enrolled for 2004.

Feb 3 Early closure, 2.10pm Feb11 Governing Council barbecue and AGM 6pm Feb17 Early closure, 2.10pm Mar 2 Early closure, 2.10pm Mar 16 Early closure, 2.10pm Mar 29 Year 7-12 swimming carnival Mar 30 Early closure, 2.10pm April 2 Year 3-6 swimming carnival

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Dear parents and caregivers, We welcome all students back to school, both those who are continuing at Roxby Downs Area School and those who are new to the town.

A special welcome to students starting school for the first time who will get a healthy learning boost through the Headstart program. This year the Headstart program will be run by Bev Zeptner and Kate Underwood.

We also welcome back staff continuing their appointments at Roxby Downs Area School and those who are joining our staff again or for the first time.

Welcome to new staff…The following staff have been appointed to the school: Daniel Seidel - PE 7-12 Nardene Edmonds - Year 8 class Zane Petty - Reception class Irena Vigar - Yr 9 class/English/S&E Gillian Oak - Yr9/English/S&E Natalie Jones - Year 7 class Renae Litster - Year 5/6 class (with Helen Bennie) Melanie Wastel - Year 1/2 Yr 9/Maths (Awaiting confirmation of appointment) Naomi Carpenter - School Services Officer Curriculum Support Teresa Barrand - School Services Officer Library Gordon Macalister - Grounds Maintenance Officer We would like to welcome back: Jodie Meyer - Year 3/4, who is returning from leave.

Management Team for Term One… Kath Macalister - Acting Principal (Term 1) - Jim Michalanney on leave Carol Lindner - Assistant Principal Student Services Jos Fox - Assistant Principal Senior School Lyn Ferenci - Acting Assistant Principal R-6 Coordinators…

Emily Lockyer - Maths/Science/Year 10 Rebecca Steele - Acting Coordinator R-2 Quality Teaching and Learning Michael Wyskamp Acting Coordinator 3-6 Quality Teaching and Learning Governing Council School BBQ/Annual General Meeting…We will be having a ‘Meet the New Teachers/Acquaintance’ evening and Governing Council barbecue on Wednesday February 11 beginning at 6pm. Hopefully we will have cooler weather and families will have time to make arrangements to attend. Further information will be sent home next week. The School’s AGM will be held at 7.30 pm following the barbecue at 6pm.

There will be 10 present representatives and one Local Government representative on the Roxby Downs Area School Governing Council.

If you are keen on taking an active role in school life, or simply want to meet those people who are representing the parent body, please attend the AGM. The Parents and Friends Association also provides a means for parents to contribute in a friendly and relatively informed atmosphere. Parents an get involved by contacting Sheila Culf through the school.

Kath Macalister, Acting Principal

thought for the day

Sister Pat’s

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

Eleanor Roosevelt

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YOUTH

AN IMPORTANT POINT…Community Health Nurse Kathy Wooldridge prepares to immunise two-month-old Katie Davy, pictured with mother Penny Keane.

New program for immunisations ROXBY DOWNS…Children’s free immunisations, for children up to five years, are currently being offered at the Roxby Downs Community Health Service.

Children’s immunisations are offered at the health centre every Tuesday morning from 9am till noon, Community Health Nurse Kathy Wooldridge told The Monitor last week.

“Immunisations are essential – they stop children contracting a range of potentially fatal diseases,” she said.

“Children need to be immunised to be registered for childcare, schools or kindy.

“In addition to immunisations, we have a general service on Tuesdays provided by the Child and Youth Health Nurse Liz Drefke where children can be weighed and measured.”

This year Roxby Downs Community Health Service will offer an immunisation program in association with local schools this year including the Hepatitis B immunisation for Year 8s and the ADT Tetanus shots for Year 9s. Immunisations are registered on a main database which can be checked anywhere in Australia.

LOONEY TUNES...Roxby Downs children joined in the spirit of things at the recent Looney Tunes movie launch in school holidays.

Pictured, in character are, back, ‘Minnie Mouse’ Tahlia Bishop, 7, ‘Sylvester’ Erika Syvertsen, 6, and, front, ‘Tweety Birds’ Miranda Syvertsen, 3, and Ayeisha Bishop, 4.

AUSTRALIA DAY...Joining local celebrations for Australia Day at Roxby Downs, from left, Bec Clancy, 14, and Sophie Wissell, 14.

YOUTH CELEBRATIONS...Enjoying Australia Day celebrations in Breen Park, from left, front, Riley, 9, and Amber Martin, 10, back, Alex Mackenzie, 12, Ranjeeta Singh, 13, Bria, 11, and Amelia Martin, 12.

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MINI-MONITORS PA I G E . . . . . R o x b y Downs residents Kristy and Leal Burns welcomed the birth of their first daughter Paige Rylee Burns on January 15, 2004 at the Gawler Health Service, weighing 5lb 10oz (2552g).

Get your baby photo FREE in The Monitor - ph 8671 2683.

HUDSON...Woomera couple Stuart and Jackie Knox welcomed the birth of their first child, son Hudson James Kelvin, born on December 17 at North Eastern Community Hospital in Adelaide. Hudson weighed 3350g (7lb 5.5oz) at birth.

EMILY…Shana and Raymond Forrest of Roxby Downs welcomed the birth of their first child, Emily Layne on January 7, 2004. Emily was born at the Lyall McEwan hospital in Adelaide and weighed 7lb 6.5oz (3360g) at birth.

TRAVIS…Roxby Downs residents Alf Williams and Mandy Robertson welcomed the birth of their fourth child, Travis Bradley Williams on January 17, 2004 at the Womens and Childrens hospital in Adelaide. He weighed 7lb 11oz (3487g).

Travis is a brother for Katee, Ryan and Shaun.

SAMUEL…Former Roxby Downs resident Leigh Casey and his partner Rebecca Noonan welcomed the birth of Samuel Michael Leo Casey on Sunday, 11 January, 2004 at Rebecca’s parents’ home in Perth. Samuel weighed 7lb 10oz (3459g) and is their first child.

Mini-MonitorBIRTHDAYS

LUKE…Luke Rudiger celebrated his fifth birthday with family on January 1, 2004.

MACY…Macy Edgecumbe celebrated her first birthday on January 18, 2004.

VANESSA…Vanessa Freeman will celebrate her second birthday on February 3.

HAYLEY…Hayley Lamb celebrated her second birthday on January 2, 2004.

JARRED…Jarred Arnold celebrated his sixth birthday on January 21, 2004.

LAURA…Laura O ’ S u l l i v a n celebrated her fifth birthday on January 2, 2004.

CIARA…Ciara W i l l i a m s celebrated her fifth birthday on January 17, 2004.

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AUSTRALIA DAY RELAXING… Enjoying the Australia Day Festivities in Andamooka, clockwise from left, Bev and Ian Bags, Peter Elsegood, Terina Fennell and Alan ‘Staffy’ Heath FRIENDS… heresa Barrand, Wendy Cook, Lyn White, back, Julie Nixon and Fiona Bilney on Australia Day at Roxby Downs.

FESTIVITIES…Soaking up the relaxing atmosphere at the Andamooka Australia Day Awards, from left, Han Crooijmans, Kees Brinkman, with Gail, Paul and Peter Sunners.

CITIZENS…New Australian citizens Louisa Wallenburg, 11, and Moira Howard with friends and family, front, Bertha Franklin, Tom Fernhead, 12, back, Pamela, Liam, 3, and Graham Howard.

CHEFS…Barbecue chefs at the Roxby Downs Australia Day celebrations – volunteers Sue Penglase and Scott Cheers.

POOLSIDE...Gay Darling, Troy Darling, 5, and Dylan Ironside, 11, at Roxby Downs Australia Day celebrations.

CITIZENS…Woomera Australia Day citizen nominee Michael Ingold with Simon Turner and Peter Rocco.

Mr Ingold received a certificate or recognition on Monday for his commitment to the community.

SEEING DOUBLE…Almost two-year-olds Kain and COOKING…Cooking up a storm in Andamooka for Kye Jarvis with Margaret Surmon are pictured, right, Australia Day, APOMA volunteers, from left, Jean at the Woomera Australia Day celebrations on Monday.

Lawrie Graham Edwards and Mark Rathjen.

Friday, January 30 WILD THING Saturday, February 7 RANDOM NOTES Friday, February 13 RHYTHM METHOD Schnitzel Nights Every Sunday and Monday Richardson Place Phone: 8671 0071 Page 12 - Thursday, January 29, 2004

TOTALLY TAVERN is back Tuesday nights from 7pm – Come and join us for fun and games and meet the new Manager, Andy.

AUSSIE WORKERS…Taking a break from work to join the Australia Day celebrations at Roxby Downs on Monday, from left, Scott Horstman, Bradley Godden and Iain Boehm.

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AUSTRALIA DAY…Roxby residents Jane and Shannan AUSSIE CELEBRATIONS…Newlyweds Kirsty and Mark FAMILY DAY…The Rudigers were at the pool for Scarr, 7, at Breen Park for Edwards joined Karen Charlesworth at the Woomera Australia the Roxby Downs Australia Day celebrations, from Woomera’s Australia Day Day celebrations on Monday. left, Brett, Luke, 5, Jade, 3, and Rachel Rudiger. celebrations on Monday.

CELEBRATIONS…Josie Basterfield and Di King at the Roxby Downs Australia Day celebrations.

WOOMERA…Nicki Gregory and Jamie Surman, 16, at the Woomera Australia Day celebrations on Monday in Breen Park.

FAMILY FUN…Joyce Salisbury with Kalyb, 6, and almost oneyear-old Zoé at the Roxby Downs Australia Day celebrations.

AUSTRALIA DAY…Sister Anne Higgins, Lita Hall and Colleen Dingwall at the Roxby Downs Australia Day celebrations.

SPUDES…The ‘Spudes’ team, winners of the Woomera Australia Day tug-of-war – from left, Justin Allchurch, Megan Hammond, Tristan Howell, Trudy Van Derlaan and Graeme Austin.

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Dinner: Monday to Saturday 6pm-9pm The Oasis Motor Inn • Richardson Place, Roxby Downs • Ph: 8671 0311

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BUSINESS

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Adelaide Airport Motel 8234 4000 Andamooka Health Services 8672 7238 Andamooka Primary School 8672 7018 AutoPro 8671 2200 Baby Central 8361 2200 Beenham Building 8671 1234 Birdsville Hotel (07) 4656 3244 Brandrill Fax: 9550 5214 Broadspectrum 8671 2450 Business SA 8642 6273 Civil Construction 8262 8066 Cowell Electric 8671 0018 CFS - Andamooka 8672 7072 CFS - Roxby Downs (Emergency) 8671 0000 CFS - Roxby Downs 0419 803 054 CFS - Woomera 8674 3200 Eldo Hotel 8673 7867 Elsewhere Hotel, Lyndhurst 8675 7781 Eyebus 8671 2001 Glendambo Outback Resort 8672 1030 Glendambo Mobil Service Station 8672 1092 Grahams Jewellers 8110 4118 Innamincka Trading Post 0418 322 091 IPA Personnel 8210 0644 Lavericks Engineering 8671 0404 Leigh Creek & Regional VIC 8675 2723 Life Changing Massage 0417 860 130 Lin Andrews Real Estate 8671 2000 Marla Travellers Rest 8670 7001 Marree Aboriginal School 8675 8358 Mitre 10 8671 0322 Monadelphous Engineering Associates 8671 0020 Mt Dare Homestead 8670 7835 Mystique Houseboats 8234 2320 Native Animal Network 8671 0573 Oasis Restaurant 8671 0311 Outback Landscaping 8671 0131 Pink Roadhouse, Oodnadatta 8670 7822 Port Augusta Public Library 8641 9151 Roxby Downs Anglican Church 8671 0270 Roxby Downs Area School 8671 0011 Roxby Downs Catholic Church 8671 0925 Roxby Downs Community Church 8671 0270 Roxby Downs Community Health 8671 9020 Roxby Downs Community Library 8671 0660 Roxby Downs Council 8671 0010 Roxby Downs Cultural Precinct 8671 2001 Roxby Downs Hospital 8671 9020 Roxby Downs Leisure Centre 8671 0500 Roxby Downs Lutheran Church 8671 1300 Roxby Downs Medical Centre 8671 9010 Roxby Downs Police 8671 0370 Roxby Downs Tavern 8671 0071 Roxby Downs Youth Centre 0407 719 714 RoxFM Community Radio 8671 2545 SDS Ausminco 8671 0015 Shades of Roxby 8671 0059 Softwoods 1300 737 465 South Community Centre Library 8087 3494 Spencer Institute TAFE, Roxby Downs 8671 9070 Spud’s Roadhouse, Pimba 8673 7473 St Barbara’s Parish School 8671 3207 The Monitor - Your Community Newspaper 8671 2683 Walford School 8373 4062 Wardle & Co Pty Ltd 0417 816 738 Weston Raine and Horne 8395 2233 Whyalla Public Library 8649 3000 WMC Recruitment (03) 9685 6401 Woomera Area School 8673 7287 Woomera Board Office 8674 3226

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A Night To Remember

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On Valentine’s Day, Saturday, 14th February, why not join us at the Eldo Hotel in Woomera.

Start with a complimentary glass of wine and then discover why our Bistro has such a great reputation when our chef presents you with meals that look as good as they taste.

Then be tempted by some wickedly delicious dessert specials.

Finish with chocolates on the house.

Why not make it a real romantic evening and stay the night.

Just mention this advertisement to receive 50% discount for accommodation.

To book, call us on 8673 7867 or email to reception@eldohotel.com.au visit our website at www.eldohotel.com.au

VALENTINE’S DAY

When you book or purchase a voucher for your partner for a Relaxation Massage LADIES will receive a FREE 50ml Bubble Bath GENTLEMEN will receive a FREE 50ml Shave Gel • Gift vouchers available • Health fund rebates 97 Pioneer Drive, Roxby Downs

Mobile: 0417 860 130 FIONA PILLAR

Valentine’s Day Tell that special someone in your life that you love them with a personal message in the February 12, 2004 edition of The Monitor - Your Community Newspaper.

Using one of the four images you see on this advert and writing a message straight from your heart will only cost you $25.00 or without an image, only $20.00.

Phone Mandie - 8671 2843 - to place your message.

You must place your advert by February 5, 2004.

Maximum 25 words or less.

Business snapshots Focus on your business! r The Monitor Newspape Phone: 8671 2683

Advertising in – Your Community Newspaper is a great way of telling people about you and your business.

The Business Snapshots section provides you with, not only an advertisement but on a rotational basis – editorial where you can tell the community more about your business and what you can offer them, and all for a very reasonable price.

If you are interested in being a part of this fantastic deal then give Penny Lyon, our local sales representative a call on 8671 2622 or mobile 0408 267 318.

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COUNCIL NEWS

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Local Website

Visit your local updated website. New Forums have now been added. Read what’s new and have your say in the Forums at www.roxbydowns.com Completed Works New floor in the Auditorium has now been completed.

Water and Electricity Accounts Water and electricity accounts for the December 2003 quarter will be issued early February for payment late February/early March.

Upcoming Events Outback Fringe Festival 19-21 March 2004.

Street party, Comedy, Theatre, Children’s performances, Workshops, Live Entertainment, Visual Arts, Film Festival and Fringe Bazaar. For further details contact Megan Barker, Festival Co-ordinator on 0418 870 012.

Annual Report Copies of Council’s 2002/2003 Annual Reports are available from the Council office.

Community Board The next meeting of the Community Board will be held on Monday February 2, 2004 at the Council Boardroom at 6.00pm.

This community page is paid for by the Roxby Downs Council

Council names Val citizen of the year Roxby Downs Council is pleased to announce that the 2004 Citizen of the Year Award for the Municipality of Roxby Downs has been awarded to Val Lamb.

Since moving to Roxby in 1987 with husband Ken and children Kelli-Jo, Donna and Darren, Val has been a silent partner in the development of the successful Olympic Dam Transport business that has consistently been an active supporter of local community groups.

Val has been an outstanding community contributor involved in the early formation of the Roxby Downs Racing Club as one of Roxby’s early pioneers, ensuring that the club, track and facilities were a success.

The importance of the Royal Flying Doctors to Roxby was acutely recognised by Val who was a prime mover (excuse the pun) with husband Ken in organising our hugely successful Royal Doctors Fundraising Committee.

Over the past 13 years or so this has raised many thousands of dollars for the operation of the RFDS, of which all residents and visitors greatly benefit.

Val has also been involved in raising funds for the Crippled Children’s Association with assistance from Marie McCormack, Janet Darcy and others.

She has also been involved in Health Hounds through the local hospital on a voluntary basis, giving hands on assistance and knowledge.

Val has continued to be involved with the community through her involvement with the Leisure Centre in an unpaid capacity preparing personal fitness programs and aerobics instruction at the gym.

She has an affinity for helping people from all walks of life both in their good times and bad.

However, perhaps the greatest compliment is Val’s quiet unassuming way in which she helps individuals in need by acts of kindness, such as the organising over a number of years of a weekend away for wives of local pastoralists and others in the community.

These have included activities such as flying, hang

CITIZEN...Roxby Downs Council announced ‘quiet achiever’ Val Lamb as local citizen of the year for 2004 at Monday’s Australia Day celebrations in Roxby Downs. gliding and any sport or activity that will bring joy to the person or people on her ‘hit list’ with destinations as far away as Sydney.

This award is well and truly deserved and follows on as part of a strong family commitment to community service, with husband Ken a previous Citizen of the Year winner in 1994 and daughter Kelli-Jo who accepted the Community Event of the Year Award on behalf of her parents for the Royal Flying Doctor Service Golf Day and Auction in 2000.

Val is a very worthy winner and on behalf of the Roxby Downs Community we truly thank her for her contribution to our community.

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.

Fire Danger Season Residents are reminded that the season runs from 1 November 2003 until 31 March 2004. The general public is also reminded that the setting off of fireworks requires the services of a pyro-technician.

Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours Tuesdays, 8am to 12 noon, Thursdays 1pm to 5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am to 4pm.

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Roxbydowns.com - a work in progress In 2002 the Roxby Downs Council opened a website designed to promote all areas in Roxby Downs and the community.

Since its opening the website has always been popular with overseas visitors and enquiries in the forums indicate a lot of interest in the website from people who have lived here or plan to move here.

The development was commissioned and since its first publishing the ongoing work has been performed by both the Contractor and Council staff.

Late in 2003 Council was fortunate to gain the services of Yvette Mooney as our official Webmaster, and things have been jumping since.

A new life has emerged, there have been many subtle but important changes! Links updated, a new text menu system, and over all updating of the information available.

On entering the roxbydowns.com website you are greeted with a fine “flash” animated menu, that when used, identifies what can be found in each section of the website.

At the bottom of each page is a text menu for those with limited

WEBMASTER...Yvette Mooney - the face behind the new-look Roxbydowns.com website. browsers, it can also just be used to continue your surfing without having to return to the top of the page and the menu there.

So what can you find at roxbydowns.com?

Well, there are lots of things - Want to buy or sell something? Ask a question about some accommodation? Generally have your say?

Then the Forum Boards is a good place to start!

There is the Business Directory that lists the details of most every business in Roxby Downs!

You will find informa-

tion about activities at the Recreation Centre in the Leisure Section, this includes sporting timetables and in the Culture Section you will find movie programming in the Theatrette and information about up-coming events.

The Lifestyle Section tells about our way of life and the Tourism Section details what you can see and do as a visitor to the area.

In the Business Section you will find information for budding businesses and job opportunities.

The Directory Section is

a list of all businesses and community groups, so if you need to contact the Bowls Club or find a Plumber - use the Directory to find out how!

The remainder of the site is related to the Council and town services such as water and power.

There is information about what they are about, the things they do, and the things that are planned to do!

There is buckets of information here to help you with most enquiries.

And again, don’t forget the Forum Message Boards, use these, and get your friends to use them too!

Advertise your garage sale.

Tell the world about your new baby.

Or do you have an event happening soon? Tell us about it! And its all free.

Have you visited roxbydowns.com lately?

If you answered no then browse on over and check it all out! Want to be a regular contributor for articles etc, or want to make suggestions as to what can be put here?

Your input will help to make it a much more informative website! Remember, the world visits this place - a lot!

Mail the Webmaster at info@roxbydowns.com with your information or enquiries.

Council advises of power outages Council wishes to advise all residents that annual high voltage maintenance procedures will be taking place between 25 – 29 March 2004.

Maintenance will consist of rolling power outages around the township to accommodate this work.

A full schedule will be published and delivered to all letterboxes in the near future.

Should you have any questions, please contact David Hallett at the Council on 8671 0010.

Council cracks down on illegally parked vehicles Council has noticed an increasing number of abandoned and illegallyparked vehicles parked on roadsides, Council verges and in bus zones.

Council inspectors will be targeting vehicles illegally parked in the following areas: · Parking in Disabled Zones and without a permit · Parking in the bus zone · Parking near pedestrian crossings to drop off and pick up school children · Freight vehicles parked near pedestrian crossings to pick up and deliver goods · Parking on the boundary between residence and road · Leaving vehicles on roads for over 24 hours Under the Local Government Act, Council has the power to instigate Infringement Notices and / or impound the vehicles for the noted offence.

Please consider others in the Roxby Downs community.

Please park correctly for the safety of yourself and others as well as to preserve a neat and tidy appearance to the township of which we are all proud .

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Maintenance Person The Roxby Downs Tavern and Motor Inn requires the services of a full-time Maintenance Person. The successful applicant will be required to undertake various duties including general maintenance of the premises, boots/bar work, pool cleaning and gardening. Applicants with a trade qualification will be highly regarded.

A salary will be offered commensurate with experience.

All enquiries to the Tavern on Phone: 8671 0071 or simply send an application through to: Roxby Downs Tavern, Richardson Place, Roxby Downs 5725 Fax: 8671 0944 or Email: tavern3@bigpond.com

LINANDREWS Real Estate HORNRIDGE Sporting Club... Are seeking expressions of interest for Senior and Assistant Coaching Staff for 2004 Football season. Please forward your details and resumé to Mrs Tammy Fraser, PO Box 28, Roxby Downs SA 5725.

Skills Required To work in a methodical, efficient and accurate manner with good data entry and typing speed. Have the ability to collate and file paperwork, problem solve and communicate at all levels. Sound knowledge of Word for Windows, Excel and general office procedures.

Person Specifications The person should have the ability to work on a casual basis, minimum of 25 hours per week, (flexible roster to be discussed during interview). The ability to work under pressure, unsupervised, and in a team environment. Effective and productive communication skills within departments and work colleagues is essential. Equivalent to Year 11 level of education and at least three years office experience.

Office Manager SDS Ausminco PO Box 249 ROXBY DOWNS SA 5725

SALES REPRESENTATIVE The Monitor wishes to engage an experienced sales professional to represent the paper to local and regional businesses.

The position includes sales, building customer loyalty and development of innovative sales promotions and packaging.

The successful applicant will be selfmotivated and be confident in maximising a generous retainer and commission scheme.

The role is 25 to 30 hours per week and offers some flexibility in working hours.

Please forward resumés by February 6, 2004 to: The Monitor, PO Box 72, Roxby Downs or email: sales@themonitor.com.au

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Experience is not essential, however applicants must have a strong work ethic, experience operating machinery, with a mechanical aptitude and welding ability with a keen desire to learn new skills and pursue career opportunities.

Brandrill Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation providing structured, accredited training programs suited to individual requirements that will encourage personal achievement.

26 Alberrie Street – “Paradise in the oasis”. Lovely 3 bedroom with built-in robes, updated Blackwood kitchen, ducted evap. cooling, gas space heater, ceiling fans, large paved undercover entertaining area, in-ground swimming pool with spa. Currently leased. $206,500.

4 Hamilton Court – “Just a perfect lifestyle”. 3 bedrooms plus study, large lounge and dining, large gabled pergola area, fully fenced inground salt water pool and sail shade, new double garage. Currently leased. $229,950.

17 Mulgaria Crescent – “Right out of the blue”.

Family home of 3 bedrooms, all with built-in robes, large bay window lounge, practical gas kitchen with rangehood, large rumpus room, ducted evaporative cooling, gas heating, new 6m x 6m gabled pergola. Offers over $180,000.

6 Rowe Court – “Four plus more”.

Three bedrooms all with built-in robes, large extension used as study and 4th bedroom, spacious kitchen, dining and lounge. Ducted air-conditioning, gas heating, inground fully fenced saltwater pool with shade cover. Offers over $220,000.

The successful applicant will be required to work long hours.

8 Hermit Street – “Neat and tidy at the right price”.

Three bedrooms all with built-in robes, gas kitchen with range hood, ducted air-conditioning, gas heating, swimming pool and pergola. $185,000.

Pre-requisites for employment; • Current ‘B’ Class drivers licence • A Pro-active approach to safety • Must be able to pass medical, Police and drug/ alcohol clearances

89 Stuart Road – “Splash out and enjoy”. Four bedroom family home, two bathrooms, study, double garage, large rear yard with undercover fully fenced saltwater pool and heaps more. Value buying at $234,950.

Please submit your Curriculum Vitae marked: “Private and Confidential” Human Resources Officer PO Box 9, PINJARRA WA 6208 Fax: (08) 9550 5214 Email: george.cole@brandrill.com

33 Pioneer Drive – “A great buy”. Lovely, 3 bedrooms with built-in robes, ducted air-conditioning, spacious kitchen, dining, lounge, 2 pergolas and swimming pool.

Bargain at offers over $170,000.

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GREAT FAMILY HOME 24 Willaroo Street, Roxby Downs This property is in excellent condition and has 4 generous size bedrooms, main with ensuite and all with built-ins, good size lounge and open plan kitchen/dining.

Ducted evaporative air-conditioning and gas heating, double carport and pergola area, garden shed with power and automatic watering system. Be quick! $199,500.

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GOOD INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY 6 Bopeechee Street, Roxby Downs 4 bedroom home, main with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, neat and tidy, freshly painted inside, ducted evaporative airconditioning, gas heating, low maintenance yard, 2 pergola areas, garden shed and Austar. $179,000.

WELL ESTABLISHED FAMILY HOME 46 Axehead Road, Roxby Downs 3 bedrooms, tiled kitchen, dine, entrance and hallway, freshly painted, time-honoured gardens, in-ground pool, paved pergola area and full length verandah. Reduced to $182,000.

VERY NEAT AND ATTRACTIVE HOME 73 Pioneer Drive, Roxby Downs 3 generous size bedrooms, all with built-ins, large lounge and open plan kitchen/dining, ducted evap air, gas connected, recently painted inside, 6m x 6m car shed/workshop, garden shed, set on a large block near Catholic school. Previously leased at $285 per week. Reduced to $175,000.

GREAT HOME – GREAT LOCATION 5-30 Burgoyne Street, Roxby Downs Open Inspection: Sunday, February 1 at 4pm Only 5 years old, this property has the lot. 3 bedrooms, main with direct bathroom access and built-ins, kitchen has gas fan forced oven, loads of cupboard space and the servery opens to the dining room. Quality carpets and lino, recently painted inside, ducted evaporative air-conditioning, paved all year round entertaining area, rear vehicle access to the 6.5m x 6.5 shed c/w concrete floor, power and loft for storage, landscaped irrigated gardens and 1000 litre rainwater tank.

Inspection a must. $189,000.

ENTERTAINERS DELIGHT 18 Curdimurka Street, Roxby Downs This neat 4 bedroom home with two bathrooms and open plan living, will encourage you to entertain and impress all year round. With its all season entertaining area, timber bar, feature fishpond and in-ground fibreglass pool, garden shed, 6m x 5m workshop. Walk-in and live life this summer. $245,000.

BARGAIN BUY FOR 2004 Lot 538 Government Road, Andamooka This 3 bedroom home is set on over 100m² of crusher dust sealed ground and surrounded by a 2m fence, making it a very private and relaxing home. Stay cool/warm with 1 x 2.5hp and 1 x 2hp reverse cycle air-conditioner and a slow combustion heater, ceiling fans in most rooms. Carpeted bedrooms and lounge, lino for the dine and kitchen, tiled bathroom, sunroom, pergola area with raised garden beds and established plants. 6000 gal. rainwater storage, underground grey water storage for the garden all controlled by 3 Davey pumps and garden shed. $78,000.

GREAT INVESTMENT Lot 414 Government Road, Andamooka 2 bedroom house with open plan. $34,000.

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Phone Weston Raine and Horne on 8671 0653.

FOR RENT…Units – Two available, two bedrooms – around $200 per week each.

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26 Irrapatana Street – 3 bdrm with in-ground pool and spa, large outside entertaining area. $330 per week.

79 Stuart Road – 3 bdrm home with evap air-cond, large backyard, aviary and close to town centre. $300 per week.

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COLLECT A COPY TODAY FROM: Roxby Downs Council The Monitor Roxby Downs Health Services Roxby Downs Pharmacy Foodland Andamooka IGA Store Roxby Downs Newsagency Roxby Downs Library Eurest: Camp 1 Reception, Wetmess, Dining Room Eurest: Camp 3 Dining Room Cultural Precinct – Tourist Information Centre and return it by February 6, 2004.

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CLUBBERS…Enjoying a night out at the Roxby Downs Community Club, pictured from left, Kent Spencer, Liam Spencer, Jenny Nitschke and Michelle Thompson.

COOPER…Kathy Cooper and some friends at her recent farewell, pictured from back are, Kathy Cooper, Heather Carey, Faith Jackson, Lorraine Powell, Kathy Wooldridge, Eden Copper, Elena Boas and Raylene James. Mrs Cooper and her family are headed for Newman in WA this month.

Farewell show for local band RAW

FAREWELL…Kathy Hanson is leaving Roxby Downs for Port Vincent after living locally for five years. Pictured at her recent farewell at the Roxby Downs Community Club on January 17, 2004, from back Emma Knight, Michelle Zeptner, Laura Hansen, Kathy Hanson, Megan Pike and Micky McDonald.

RAW…Local band RAW farewelled Roxby Downs last week at the Roxby Downs Community Club following the news that core bandmembers Lyndal Roberts and Graeme Vale are leaving for Qld, while fellow bandmember Dee Roberts is moving to Darwin. The band, which formed three years ago, has been a regular feature on the local circuit. Pictured at the band’s farewell performance, from left, back, Anthony Mortlock, Graeme Vale, Michael Wright, Chris Lyons, Brett Tiziani, front, Carly Bache, Lyndal Roberts, Dee Roberts and Vicky Thoman.

BIRTHDAY…Celebrating his first birthday on Australia Day, Andamooka lad Will Campbell with his mum Naomi.

COMMON ENEMY…Newly-formed local band Common Enemy at the Roxby Downs Community Club, Scott Montgomerie, Brett Tiziani and Joel Woolford. The band spearheaded their first public performance in cooperation with RAW’s farewell show last week, with (not pictured) fellow band member Gene Montgomerie.

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FAREWELL…The D’monte family are heading to Charters Towers after five years in Roxby Downs. Pictured at their recent farewell are, from left, Theresa Hodgetts, Astrid Zanker, Kelly D’monte, Dane D’monte, Craig Hodgetts, Linda Evans, Rodney Evans, Ethan Hodgetts, Bailey D’monte, Madison Evans, Logan Hodgetts and Sean Ozolins.

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Golfers swing through summer season Summer golf has been a hit with golfers so far this off-season.

The nine-hole format has appealed to members and non-members alike. Early starts have helped beat the heat and on the hot days, we were fortunate enough to have the heat come in on the last or second to last hole.

The course has stood up very well in the extreme heat that Roby suffered in December and early January.

The greens were kept a little longer than normal which has helped them through the heat. Being a little longer has, on the other hand, made putting a little slow.

Players are having to strike their putts a lot harder than usual and find that the line of their putts is a lot straighter than the read of the green.

The fairways are in a reasonable condition all things considered.

The tee blocks are the one thing that have taken a beating in the heat.

Due to summer water restrictions, less water has been put on the tee blocks and fairways, but they will come back nicely when restrictions ease and the summer heat subsides.

The course has an abundance of bird life, the birds taking advantage of the flowering trees and bushes, grass and water on the course.

Fortunately the course hasn’t had the Corellas on the course with the birds preferring the town median strip and footy oval for their attentions.

Golfers have taken to the nine hole format with relish. 50 per cent of the players over the summer have reduced their handicaps.

This is reflected in the good scores posted by golfers. The events are alternated with Stableford, Par and Stroke and will continue through to the end of February. The last two games will be a 4BBBB stroke and finally a two person Ambrose on the final day of summer golf on March 13, 2004.

This will also be the Presentation Day for Summer golf with the Summer Golf Champion and eclectic winner announced followed by a barbecue lunch.

The Summer Champion will be the player with the best three rounds.

In the last fortnight, a game of Stableford was played on the January 18, 2004.

The winner was Hugh Beveridge with 20 points and the runner up was Di Beveridge with 17 points and

GOLF…David Gibson and Nick Kostalis at the weekend’s golfing during Roxby Downs Golf Club’s summer golfing program. third was Tony Holbrook on 16 points.

On January 25, 2004 a par event was held and due to the long weekend it was a small field.

Nick Kostalas made up for his poor round the week before and took out the event with a Plus Two. David Gibson, his playing partner on the day, took out the runner up with square on the card. Nick had a great drive on the novelty hole on the first, which no one could better following his group.

Sunday, February 1, 2004 will be a stroke round. The novelty will be Best second shot on hole eight, which must be on the green. Everyone is welcome so come and enjoy a game of golf.

Golf reporter – Di Beveridge

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DERS A E R e r Mo DS! for your A BMX COUPLE…Chris and Kathy Cooper have been driving forces behind the Roxby Downs BMX Club since its inception two years ago. The pair are now moving, with their four children, to Newman in WA.

Coopers pack up bikes to go west The success of BMX racing in Roxby Downs owes much to the Cooper family who leave the town this month for Newman, WA. Roxby Downs residents Chris and Kathy Cooper - with children Eden, 6, Reece, 10, Ethan, 12, and Marshall, 13 – were founding members of the Roxby Downs BMX Club and have been vocal in pushing for new facilities, community support and interstate competition opportunities for local racers.

“We’ve lived in Roxby Downs for nearly four years and if I’d known what a good place it would be to raise young kids I would have come 10 years earlier,” Mrs Cooper told The Monitor this week.

The Coopers saw three of their four children race at an international level last year, successfully

representing the Roxby Downs BMX Club in the Pacific-Oceania Games and the BMX World Titles in Perth.

“Our hope is that, after we leave, the community will throw its support behind the BMX Club committee and see our new track finished,” Mr Cooper said.

“Roxby Downs has the chance to be the place other regional BMX racers come to compete.”

In addition to their commitments to the family’s first love – BMX – Mr Cooper has been a regular supporter of junior basketball, and a DJ on community radio station 105.5 RoxFM. Mrs Cooper has been a constant contributor to her children’s school and playgroups, Community House and the ‘strengthening our families’ program.

Hockey season to hit off The Roxby Downs Indoor Hockey Association is looking to commence the 2004 season.

Due to a number of requests, a short social competition is planned to be held during term one before the main competition, which is due to start towards the end of April.

The popularity of indoor hockey has boomed over the past couple of years, especially with the junior teams.

Hockey caters for children from two years right through to A-Grade.

One of the main aims of the committee is to encourage team play, ball and stick skills especially for the junior players, in a happy and safe environment.

The committee has made a large range of safety equipment available for players of all ages during the past couple of seasons.

Unfortunately though, due to the transient nature of this lovely town that we live in, the committee and

volunteers are again seeking more support.

With such a high number of junior players, we would really love to see more senior coaches/mentors come out and pass on their skills and knowledge.

The committee will be holding a general meeting to discuss the immediate and long-term future of Indoor Hockey on Tuesday, February 3, 2004 at the Leisure Centre meeting room at 7.30pm.

Anyone interested in helping out with the social competition, coaching a junior team, or simply just interested in moulding the future of our competition please come along.

Once the new committee has been formed and a plan is formulated for the future of hockey, nominations for all ages will be open for the main competition, so that we can get the teams structured prior to April.

Hockey reporter - Mandie Arnold

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Local cricket results Cricket results for Saturday, January 17, 2004 at the Roxby Downs Oval...

Wanderers 4/74 Rob Paxton 43no Searle 3/18 Turner 1/34 defeated Woomera 66 Turner 25 Dunn 2/5 Bennett 2/7 Ryan Paxton 1/0 Hancock 1/4 Dutschke 1/18.

Sunday, January 18, 2004 at the Roxby Downs Oval Rogues 179 Wells 40 Burton 36 Dadleh 22 Cole 5/ 18 Wellington 2/31 Revell 1/10 Schell 1/31 Blackwood 1/54 defeated Olympic Dam 133 Wellington 55 Gaerth 4/24 Dadleh 2/12 Steer 2/13 Adams 1/23 Weir 1/30.

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Olympic Dam 38 Wanderers 33 Rogues 25 Woomera 22 No cricket was played last weekend due to the Australia Day long weekend. Next round of matches will be played on January 31, 2004.

Darts to start up in Roxby Downs Roxby Downs darts players can hit the target in their own home town this year with the advent of a new local competition.

Organisers are calling for teams, players and venues for the new competition which is expected to be held on Wednesday nights.

Organisers Ros Harris and Bob Stainer expect the competition to kick off in March.

The pair have heralded the competition as a social evening for novices and experts alike.

The floating competition will be held at the Roxby Downs Tavern, Community Club and Golf Club, but other venues are invited to be part of the program.

“At the moment we’ll be able to play in the Tavern, the Roxby Downs Community Club and the Golf Club - but we’re keen to share the support around other local businesses and venues so they can take advantage of a good opportunity to make a bit of money.

“There’s also the chance of some inter-town competitions with other leagues” Mr Stainer is calling for local darts players to nominated their mixed teams of four to Ms Harris before February 13, by phoning 8671 0163.

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A RACY PAIR…Wayne and Ruth Dempsey have developed a shared love of dirt circuit racing which they now endeavour to pass on to the youth of the Roxby Downs community. The pair are pictured with the vehicle Ruth was given by Dial-a-Tow businessman John Hitchcock when the raffle ticket he bought from Mrs Dempsey won.

Local couple putting youth behind the wheel Roxby Downs racers Wayne and Ruth Dempsey have developed a shared love of dirt circuit since they first got involved with the sport locally in 1987.

It was Mr Dempsey’s original involvement at Woomera racing – an obvious extension of his own business as an auto-electrician – that later led to the inception of the Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club in 1988, followed by the club’s first race meeting in 1989.

Until a few years ago Ruth supported the club off the track, but it was in 1996 that she put aside the canteen keys and the paperwork and picked up a helmet to climb behind the wheel herself.

“At the moment, my main objective for being out there is to get more local women and their families into the sport,” she said.

“The girls who race, we have a great time and we can be competitive and still enjoy the social time when we get off the track.

“For the young kids, it’s a great chance to build a shared interest with mum and dad while learning some responsibility and sportsmanship.

“And there’s no safer place to learn to drive.”

The Dempseys and Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club, will offer six cars to local businesses this month in an attempt to involved more youth in the club.

“We’ve got six cortinas that we’re going to offer to selected businesses and they can do the bar work on the cars themselves and we’ll offer the driver training and support to their drivers – whether they’re employees, apprentices or family,” Mrs Dempsey said.

“We’d especially like to see more girls on the track.

“Last year we had five kids join the junior driver training program - we gave them some time and training and this year they’re out there competing in their own cars.

“Anyone from age 10 can be part of that driver education and whether you’re young or old there’s the chance to come out and just have a gentle spin in one of the drivers’ car to see if it’s something you’d like to try.

“This is a very safe sport – there is training and regulations and drivers are completely encapsulated in their vehicles.

“We’ve even had roll-overs at the track and no one was hurt.

“I’d say it’s safer than your sports like basketball and football where you hear of kids breaking arms and legs.”

Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club boasts around 25 racing cars and more than 200 members.

“I learned most of what I know now from Wayne and from listening to the other racers, and that’s what great about the Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club – there’s lots of people in the club who are available to help you learn what you need to know to be part of this sport,” Mrs Dempsey said..

“You don’t have to spend a heap of cash to get into this sport,” the three-time state champion and four-time Roxby Downs champion said.

“My advice is to spend your money wisely, buy a road-running car with good running gear, that you can drive comfortably, and then come and talk to other racers about the priorities.

“There’s lots of levels you can start off at because the local racing is handicapped.”

Drivers hit the track for open day The Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club will host a club open day on February 21, 2004 at 5pm at the Red Dunes Raceway.

The day will offer social events for new members and spectators, as well as practice for potential drivers and current crews.

Driver’s assessments, memberships renewals and practice will all be taking place.

Come along and take the opportunity to look at the club grounds and cars practicing.

The club’s first points meeting will be held on February 28, 2004, at 7pm..

For more information contact Debbie

Beenham - 8671 2774 or Wayne Dempsey - 8671 0667.

A new range of membership packages will be offered by the Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club this season: Spectator Membership Packages available for the 2004 season: Single Membership, plus season gate pass for $100.

Family Membership plus season gate passes for $200.

Driver Membership Packages available for the 2004 season: (one-only driver) Single Membership, season gate pass, license for $123.

Family Membership, season gate pass, nomination and license for $223. These packages and more are available from the club.

2004 Roxby Downs Dirt Circuit competition dates are as follows: Saturday February 28 – Night Meeting Saturday March 27 – Night Meeting Saturday April 24 – Night Meeting Saturday May 29 – Twilight Meeting Saturday June 26 – Day Meeting Saturday July 24 – Day Meeting Saturday August 28 – Twilight Meeting Saturday September 18 – Night Meeting Saturday October 30 - Fun Night

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SPORT Successful carnival Dreams of a golden for country swimmers future for local swimmer The Roxby Downs Swimming Club participated in the Annual SA Country Championships in Port Pirie this month.

The Championships are held in a different location each year and involve groups such as Roxby Downs, the Riverland and right down to the West Coast, and Port Lincoln.

The Roxby Downs group took nine swimmers to the event, and brought home three placings.

Dominika Jamnicky came first in the 11 and under females 100m Breaststroke to take out the Country Championship in her age group.

Spencer Crafter-King came third in the 14-15-yearold males in the 100m Breaststroke and Connor Morgan came sixth in the 11 and under males 100m Freestyle.

Organisers heralded the day and congratulated all swimmers on a top effort.

The next event for local swimmers will be the Roxby Downs swimming carnival which is to be held at the town pool on February 7, 2004.

Not long after the event, tryouts will be held for the SA Water Championships to be held in Adelaide on March 20-21, 2004.

Anyone interested can try out for this competition.

The first three placings in any event will be eligible to enter the meet.

In addition to the local club representatives, Roxby Downs resident Tara-Jane Hill also performed well, representing Port Augusta Swimming Club at the State Country Swimming Titles last week.

The young swimmer placed in the state’s top 10 50m breaststroke and the 50m freestyle for country competitors.

She received a gold in both the 15 and under girls Medley relay, and the 15 and under girls freestyle relay.

She received silver in the 11 and under Freestyle and Butterfly events, and bronze in the 11 and under breast stroke.

Tara-Jane also competed in the state championships at the weekend, but results were not yet available at time of printing.

Roxby Downs swimmer Dominika Jamnicky is planning to follow in her Olympian mother’s footsteps and represent Australia in the quest for Olympic gold.

But the sporty 11-year-old, who trains five or six days every week, won’t be slogging it out on the European Handball court like mum Jana, she’ll be in the pool.

In fact, Dominika made a good start on her plans this month, taking home a gold medal in the 100m breaststroke during the state country championships at Port Pirie last week.

The win represented a personal best for Dominika and a six second improvement on her time trials leading up to the event.

“I was very excited about the medal – breastroke is my favourite event but I also swam in the freestyle, backstroke and medley relay,” she told The Monitor last week.

The next step for Dominika is to test her breaststroke skills at a SAPSASA level this school term.

She also hopes to perform well at the upcoming local carnival on February 7 this year.

MEDALLIST...Dominika Jamnicky, 11, took home a gold medal in the recent South Australian Country Championships at Port Pirie.

Dominika hopes to carry on in her Olympian mother’s footsteps and one day represent Australia in her chosen sport.

Leisure Centre Aerobic Class Time Table – Term 1 2004 Time

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

9:00am

Body Bar 60 mins

Body Basics 60 mins

Step 60 mins

Pilates 60 mins

Cardio Fitball 60 mins

Boxing Circuit 60 mins

Aqua 45 mins

6:45pm

Tai Chi 45 mins

7:00pm

Circuit 60 mins

Body Bar 60 mins

All classes will start and finish on time. Anyone arriving after the advertised start time will not be permitted into the class Body Basics

Body Bar

Step

Boxing Circuit

Aqua

Designed to improve muscle condition and cardio fitness using a selection of handweights, bands, balls and steps.

Will change your body shape. Great for increasing muscle strength, tone and shape. Done in a standing position, on the floor and with a step. There is no impact.

Step right up for a great cardiovascular workout using a Step that can be adjusted to suit individual fitness levels. Hand weights and bands may be included.

A fun class designed around a boxing theme that will surely tone and tighten.

A variety of exercises performed in the pool, provided all the benefits of land based exercise while reducing stress on joints. A great NO impact workout with lots of FUN.

Fitball

Tai Chi

Pilates

A class designed to challenge and improve core strength and balance by utlising a Fitball. A great muscular conditioning workout.

Fluid, gentle, circular movements at a slow and relaxed tempo. Strengthens and mobilises joints and muscles, improves physical fitness and mental relaxation.

A non impact whole body workout that challenges your body like no other exercise.

It will increase strength, flexibility, posture coordination and challenge your weak areas as well as your strong ones.

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BOWLING ALONG…Some of Roxby Downs Bowls Club’s youngest competitors, from front, Callan Haugum, 8, Marcus Bowden, 9, James Beenham, 11, Jacob Haugum, 10, Linda-Jane Bowden, 12, and Robert Hamblin, 12, will join the new ‘owlettes’ social league on Friday evenings.

Young bowlers hit the green for night games Youth in Roxby Downs have been invited to try their hand at a new game – bowls.

The first ever ‘Twilight Owlettes’ competition for young bowlers will begin on Friday, January 30, at Roxby Downs Bowling Club.

Young bowlers must register their names before 6.15pm so teams can be assigned and the competition kicked off at 6.30pm.

Coaching is provided for new bowlers – both young and old – in a fun and social atmosphere.

Owlettes is opened to youths aged nine to 16 years.

The Owlettes will be followed by the adult matches – ‘Night Owls’ at 8pm.

“Night Owls is a fun way for people to learn to bowl in a social atmosphere,” bowls

club president Jim Bowden said.

“You don’t need a team or any special equipment to come along and give it a go – just show up on the night.

“Bowls are provided for newcomers and bowlers can play in flat-soled shoes, thongs or bare feet.”

Night Owls has become extremely popular locally in the cooler evenings, with 14 teams already signed up for the new year competition.

Meals and a licensed bar are available in the clubhouse on competition nights.

For more information about bowls at Roxby Downs Bowling Club contact Jim Bowden – ph 0417 084 112, or Lyn White – 8671 1556 ah.

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