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Fourth blaze devastates Andamooka community

By Stuart Deed A lone toilet block remains the last unburnt building of the Andamooka Primary School following the fourth devastating blaze in three months.

The fire was discovered just after 9:30am on Sunday, March 26, and despite a CFS response time of under two minutes, little could be done to stop the fire seriously damaging the school’s last classroom, which once housed the library.

Police Fire Cause Investigators and Port Augusta Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) were examining the scene on Sunday afternoon and were treating the fire as ‘suspicious’.

Damage from the latest fire is estimated at $200,000.

Andamooka CFS Captain, Nigel Campbell, was one of the first people on the scene.

“I think that like the rest of the town I’m gutted after this fire, especially after all the hard work from our community,” said Mr Campbell.

After surveying the latest fire damage, school principal Angela Turner said she felt “shellshocked”.

“I went and had a look and everything is just all black, black, black…,” Principal Turner said.

She also questioned how so many fires could strike the school.

“I mean, what’s going on here? That’s the question everyone is asking.

“Emotionally these fires have affected lots of people here already and unfortunately that is going to continue and we can’t ignore that,” said Principal Turner.

Psychologists and representatives of the Department of Education and Children’s Services (DECS) were expected to visit the school on Monday, March 27.

Meanwhile, the school community has been forced to regroup and try to put their school back together again.

“At least it’s only buildings which have been damaged and the kids aren’t under threat,” said Ms Turner.

Local mother and CFS 1 st Lieutenant and Administration Officer, Anne Legg, said despite the latest set-back she would not be sending her daughter to study in Roxby Downs.

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“It’s very concerning – what are these fires doing to our kids? I know that after the last fire my son was very distraught. But knowing the principal and teachers, we’ll just move on again,” said Ms Legg.

“Hopefully we can just soldier on and pick up from where we left off last time,” she added.

Principal Turner said she was unsure what the future held for the decimated school but would advise the community on what she thought was the best way forward.

“I’m determined to do my best for the kids and their families and I will tell them what I think is the best way to handle the situation,” she said.

The Andamooka community is currently running an Andamooka Fire Fund and would greatly appreciate any donations – which can be sent to PO Box 9, Andamooka Post Office, 5722.

A community meeting was held on Monday March 27 to determine how to resolve the latest schooling crisis but early indications from several parents, including Ms Legg, were that schooling would continue to take place in Andamooka, even if it meant home-schooling.

The Minister for Education, Dr Jane Lomax-Smith, said new buildings would take six months to arrive and DECS was “very keen” to determine why and how there had been so many fires.

After the fourth fire...the charred remains of the Andamooka Primary school

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The Monitor Your community newspaper It was with sheer disbelief that I answered the Monitor’s office phone on a Sunday morning, to find Andamooka School Principal Angela Turner on the end of the line telling me the local school had burned down - yet again. Angela sounded like she had seen a ghost...having stoically survived three school fires in a row...the fourth is hardest to fathom. My heart goes out to the students, staff, and wider community of Andamooka, who have had more than their fair share to deal with so far this year.

It also is very hard to imagine why someone would boldy make away with the RFDS donation tins from the Roxby Downs Club, Tavern, jewellers and other local businesses. Where would isolated communities like ours be without the RFDS? The service is our lifeline to the world. The RFDS makes it possible for thousands of us to live and work in regional areas in the knowledge that, should some disaster strike us, the RFDS is just a phone call away.

This week also saw the important announcement that the RFDS is expanding its operations snfd prescence in Port Augusta - just further enforcing the fact that as regional communities we need to give the RFDS our full support.

The township of Roxby Downs prides itself on being a “safe” community. People leave their cars unattended in the main street with their engines and (of course) air conditioners running.

Many of us don’t lock our cars in our driveways...some of us don’t lock the front door.

Let’s keep it that way..

I get enormous pleasure when I walk around town and see all the beautiful, happy children and families. To think that somewhere among us lies a thief or thieves who would stoop this low is incongruous with this very friendly and supportive community. Please if you know anything about these crimes come forward.

This should be a once off incident, never to be repeated in our outback haven.

On a brighter note, the 2006 Outback Fringe Festival is almost upon us! April 6-9 in Andamooka, Roxby Downs and Woomera promises to be an uplifting and exciting time for our communties, as we enjoy the arts in the outback...

Brace yourselves for the Pramathalon, sure to be a winner in Roxby Downs, the Woomera Pumkin throwing contest (Port Lincoln this sure beats tuna tossing) and the Opening Night in Andamooka ...Let’s get into the spirit of things and revel in our Fringe and our lifestyle...Enjoy

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a uniform, training, insurance, wage reimbursement, and financial assistance for child care and other out-of-pocket expenses while actively engaged in ambulance work.

New volunteers study the nationally recognised Certificate IV in Basic Emergency Care, which equips them to save lives and ease suffering.

The public is welcome to attend an open night on Tuesday April 11 at 7.30pm, at Roxby Downs Station (west end of the hospital, camp 3 side) to find out more about becoming a volunteer ambulance officer.

Alternatively, call Dawn Kroemer on 0408 847 790 or freecall 1800 655 306 for more information.

Ochre cellars bottleshop welcomes new manager Ochre Cellars Bottleshop has a new manager, Clint Gow-Smith and he has some interesting ideas to improve the bottle shop.

Mr Gow-Smith said he aims to make Ochre Cellars more competitive with outlets further inland, like Port Augusta and even Adelaide.

“My basic plan is to

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SA Ambulance Service is currently recruiting more volunteer ambulance officers at Roxby Downs.

The station is staffed entirely by volunteers, and more local people are needed to help run this vital 24-hour service.

Dawn Kroemer, volunteer team leader at Roxby Downs Ambulance Station, really enjoys being a volunteer ambulance officer. She said the best thing about it was “being there when someone needs you”.

People interested in volunteering need to be in reasonably good health, hold an unrestricted SA driver’s licence, and be willing to learn and work with other people.

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encourage more people to buy locally by giving better value and keeping prices low. I would like our prices to be much more inline with Adelaide pricing, with just a little on top to cover freight costs,” he said.

There is a multitude of specials available in the coming weeks covering beer, spirits and champagne.

Beer specials include XXXX Gold 30-packs for $34 and 6-packs of West End Draught for only $10. At the upper end of the beer market, Ochre Cellars has cartons of Budweiser for $55.

For champagne, three 750ml bottles of Killawarra Dusk and Crush are available for $25.

In the pre-mix segment, 10-packs of Jack Daniels and cola are priced at $36, while cartons of

440ml Redbear mixers will set buyers back only $40.

For spirits, two bottles of Grants Scotch Whisky, or two Tsarevitch Vodka bottles, can be picked up for $55.

Ochre Cellars will also be increasing their range of wines and Mr GowSmith was quick to add that the bottle shop will happily order in particular requests.

There will also be more in-store giveaways and competitions like the current Coopers Beach Pack give-away, where anyone buying a Coopers product can go into the draw to win a beach ball, cooler-bag and radio.

“We will be doing more consumer give-aways and making sure we pass on all the benefits to our clients,” said Mr GowSmith.

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Brazen thieves steal RFDS donation tins throughout Roxby Downs

By Stuart Deed

RFDS takes off with Port Augusta expansion Upgrades totalling two million dollars to the Port Augusta Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) depot are expected to be completed by November this year.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service provides a crucial medical evacuation and care service to country areas and the Port Augusta base services the north and far western areas of South Australia, including Woomera, Roxby Downs and Andamooka.

The tendering process for the works – which will include new hangar spaces for the three aircraft and a fully covered ambulance bay – has just begun.

General Manager of Public Relations and Marketing for the South Australian RFDS, John Tobin, said the new facilities would improve comfort for both patients and staff and enable better communication.

Mr Tobin said funding for the enhancement of the current facility has come from a variety of sources – with the majority from within the RFDS itself, although valuable contributions have come from both Commonwealth and State Governments as well.

“We will be involved in transfers of patients to hospitals in Adelaide where a higher level of medical care can be provided,” said Mr Tobin.

“The current facilities are a legacy of our past and we thought it best to the review them to guarantee the maximum level of healthcare to the South Australian community. There was nothing wrong with what have but we just wanted to enhance the facilities,” Mr Tobin said.

“Ideally we would like to have the work completed by November but to some extent that is in the hands of the building industry,” he said.

The RFDS has a fleet of seven aircraft in South Australia, three of which are based in Port Augusta.

“Our investment is all about improving the quality of health services available for every South Australian. Health is an essential service and as a key service provider within this state we are very pleased with the direction we are taking which signifies our commitment to the community, especially to those persons in the northern and western regions,” said John Lynch.

Brazen thieves have stolen donation tins destined for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and other charities from at least five locations around Roxby Downs.

Three RFDS tins, thought to contain $100-200 each, have been stolen from businesses in the last fortnight.

The latest businesses to have their tins stolen were Milhinch Hourglass Jewellers, Roxby Downs Takeaway and Wendy’s – all located on Richardson Place in Roxby Downs.

RFDS volunteer, Shirley Gow, said the thieves were either really desperate or just “low-lifes”.

“To steal from the RFDS like this is pretty low really because the RFDS is a pretty vital part of life up here – they are our lifeline,” Mrs Gow said.

Several months ago, two other tins were stolen – one from Lavrick’s Garage and one from the Roxby Downs Tavern - but volunteers did not report the thefts to police because they thought it was an isolated problem.

The latest thefts have forced Mrs Gow to report the incidents to the police and she would encourage anyone who has information about the thefts to tell the police.

The RFDS flies up to Roxby Downs as often as 280 times every year.

The Roxby Downs Club also had its “Charity of the month” tin stolen two months ago – and unlike the RFDS tins, which are small, the Club’s tin was large and yellow.

“The tin we had stolen from our bar had about $100 in it and it was going to go to the Roxby Downs Swimming Club – we had to take the money out of our own funds so the kids in the club didn’t miss out,” said Co-Manager Tracy Kynoch.

“Now the kids in town are going to miss out because we can’t leave our donations tin on the bar – hopefully one day their (the thieves’) kids miss out because of something like this and then they will understand what the parents in town are going through now,”said Miss Kynoch.

The latest thefts have forced RFDS volunteers, including Mrs Gow, to begin chaining tins to the bar to stop them from being stolen.

“Chaining the tins to the bar is something we are going to have to start doing because these thieves keep running off with them,” Mrs Gow said.

“It is pretty sad state of affairs,” she added.

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NEWS NORTH...More than $2 million in community water grants funding has been allocated to projects throughout the Federal Electorate of Grey.

The projects are funded under the $200 million Community Water Grants Program, which is part of the $2 billion Australian Government Water Fund.

Successful projects save water and promote wise water use, community engagement and awareness about water efficiency and conservation, water-reuse and recycling and water health.

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Far North and Outback regional NACOS to change police report Police reported a 41-year-old

On March 25 the theft of a wallet was reported to police. The wallet was stolen from a handbag at the Roxby Downs Tavern sometime during the evening and early hours of the morning.

Also on that day, police attended at the National Australia Bank after being notified by a member of the public that an ATM had been damaged. Police have located the offender and an 18-year-old man was reported for Property Damage.

Also on March 25, a 46-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported for driving unlicensed and exceed PCA. Police received a report of a theft of alcohol from Ochre Cellars on March 22.

A report of property damage to a motor vehicle was reported to police on March 22. Two panels of the vehicle were scratched. Police are following up on leads in relation to a suspect.

Police received a report of Property Damage at St Barbara’s Parish School.

It is believed the damage was caused by skateboards and bicycles on March 21.

A 32-year-old woman from Roxby Downs was arrested on March 19 for Property Damage.

A 35-year-old Roxby Downs man was also arrested on that day for Malicious Wounding and Assault Family Member in relation to an earlier incident that occurred that day.

A 19-year-old Roxby Downs man was reported by police for property damage after he kicked and broke the glass door of a local business on Saturday, March 18.

man from Roxby Downs for driving without a licence on Saturday, March 18. The man was also reported for driving an unregistered and uninsured car.

A 53-year-old Roxby Downs man was reported by police for drink-driving and for driving while disqualified on Friday, March 17.

Police reported a 19-year-old Roxby Downs man for allegedly supplying liquor to a minor on two occasions on Wednesday, March 15.

On the same day in an unrelated incident, police received a report of property damage from a school in Roxby Downs, where a door had been smashed.

A Roxby Downs business reported to police on Tuesday, March 14, that shade sails belonging to the business had been damaged.

Police also received a report of property damage in Roxby Downs where a window and tiles were damaged on Tuesday, March 14.

On the same day in an unrelated incident, police received a report of property theft from an Olympic Dam resident. Tools valued at $4000 were allegedly stolen.

Police reported a 25-year-old-man from Roxby Downs for giving a false name and address to police and driving a motor vehicle without a licence on Monday, March 13.

A 23-year-old Roxby Downs man was reported by police for drink-driving and crossing a barrier line on Monday, March 13.

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Regional Credit Union NACOS will change its name to ‘Alliance One’, following approval by Members to change the name at a special general meeting held on Tuesday, February 28, 2006.

Mr Phil Lynch, Chief Executive of NACOS Credit Union noted the reasons for change and the positive outcomes that are expected as a result.

“The name change is not a result of a merger, but a strategic action taken by the Credit Union to strengthen and develop our business in the future,” said Mr Lynch. “The name ‘NACOS’ has been a proud part of our history, a history that we will never push aside.”

The new name represents the core values of the Credit Union that have been established over the 35-year history.

“Changing the Credit Union name will allow the wider community to have a greater understanding of us as an organisation through a name that reinforces our commitment to existing Members, while providing new Members with an insight into us as a mutual organisation,” said Mr Lynch.

The Rotary Club of Port Augusta has received $450,000 to upgrade the irrigation system at Rotary Park, which will save more than 3.5 million litres of water annually.

St Barbara’s Parish School in Roxby Downs will save an estimated 1,852,000 litres of water annually by replacing the current irrigation system with a drip system.

The Corporation of the City of Port Augusta will install waterwise garden displays at the Arid Gardens.

The Port Augusta Caritas College School Board will reuse storm water to irrigate school grounds, with an estimated saving of 2 million litres of water annually.

The Corporation of the City of Whyalla will reuse storm water to irrigate parks and nature strips, saving 100 million litres of water annually.

The District Council of Coober Pedy will reuse treated effluent to irrigate ovals, while the Outback areas Community Development Trust will reuse septic tank effluent to irrigate new and existing trees.

The Whyalla Community Craft and General Market Association will also reuse treated effluent to irrigate existing vegetation and gardens.

ROXBY DOWNS...The Friends of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital (WCH) have set up a new group in Roxby Downs to support their fundraising efforts for the Hospital.

Members of the Auxiliaries Division of the Friends visited Roxby Downs in February to assess interest in establishing a local Friends group.

The Auxiliaries Division is pleased to have found much support in

Roxby Downs and a fundraising committee has been formed to support the WCH. Car Lottery tickets are currently being sold through Jane Southon at Red Dunes Scrapbooking and were also available at the Roxby Downs market day in March.

Other fundraising events are likely to include coffee mornings, which will start in Term 2 of the school year and several other, as yet undisclosed activities which are still being planned.

Locals interested in helping to raise funds for the Women’s and Children’s Hospital can contact Jane Southon at Red Dunes Scrapbooking for further information on 8671 1937.

The Women’s and Children’s Hospital is part of the Children, Youth and Women’s Health Service (CYWHS), which is the largest provider of health services to children, young people and women across both metropolitan and regional South Australia.

The CYWHS aims to promote, maintain and restore the health of children, young people and women. ...

ROXBY DOWNS...Rural doctors Workforce Agency are being funded by the Government to run a state wide ‘After Hours Rural Education Program’ which will run over 18 months.

In rural areas such as Roxby Downs the after hours medical service is provided by the GP outside of their medical practice clinics, this places a big demand on the GP especially when there is only one doctor on call in town.

The aim of the program is to assist in “getting, keeping and skilling” the medical workforce in rural South Australia and one aspect is to look at appropriate use of the after hours service.

The recently appointed Community Development Officer Maria Battaglia will be meeting with local residents and groups to identify any issues or concerns relating to the use of after hours service, then running a community education program.

CDO can be contacted on 0400710954 to discuss any issues about the after hours service.

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State minerals boom South Australia is on the verge of smashing its mineral exploration target of $100 million a year almost two years ahead of schedule. Australian Bureau of Statistics figures show mineral exploration in the State was valued at $99.4 million in 2005 - up from $55.5 million in 2004 - an increase of 79 per cent.

Premier Mike Rann says the State’s share of national exploration expenditure increased from 6 per cent to 8.8 per cent in the same period.

“The rate of exploration is still accelerating.

South Australia had the largest increase in exploration expenditure from the September to December quarters last year,” said Mr Rann.

“The Plan for

Accelerating Exploration (PACE) program has targets - in line with South Australia’s Strategic Plan - of $100 million a year of exploration by 2007, and $4 billion of production and processing by 2020.

“The ABS figures show that, in South Australia, the increase in mineral exploration spending in the December quarter rose from $17.2 million in 2004 to $39.5 million in 2005 - an increase of 130 per cent in 12 months. “The 2005 December quarter figure is the highest quarterly figure ever recorded in South Australia.

“There is also tremendous variety and scope in the exploration

- with local explorers increasingly joined by those from interstate and overseas to deliver a big increase in the number of new exploration companies being established here. “The PACE-supported RMG Services copper-gold discovery at Carrapateena is only one of a number of simultaneous success stories.”

Other major and emerging projects include: • BHP Billiton’s planned $5 billion expansion of the Olympic Dam mine and processing plant; • Prominent Hill coppergold deposit; and • Iluka’s Jacinth and Ambrosia heavy mineral sands project.

Lyn Breuer celebrates her win with supporters

Breuer retains Giles for Labor The recent contest for the seat of Giles in the State Election was comfortably won by Labor Party candidate Lyn Breuer.

“I am absolutely thrilled at the result in this election and I am very pleased to have been elected again for another four years and have the opportunity to work in Roxby Downs and the rest of the electorate,” Ms Breuer said.

Ms Breuer admitted to feeling tired after the election but said that after a couple of days off she will be back at work in the electorate again.

“I will continue to pursue the issues which I was working on before the election. With the coming expansion of the Olympic Dam Mine we must ensure we have the services and infrastructure necessary. I am concerned about some youth issues like the skate park and youth centre in Roxby Downs and I hope to work closely with the community on these issues,’ Ms Breuer said.

Particularly satisfying for Ms Breuer, she said, were her victories in towns previously Liberal towns, like Roxby Downs, which had never been won before.

Barrister Sally Burgess

First regional barrister’s chambers opens in Port Augusta The first barristers’ chambers outside the Adelaide metropolitan area were officially opened on March 18 in Port Augusta by Supreme Court Judge Justice Tom Gray.

Several dignitaries were among the 65 guests to attend the opening of Clark Chambers, at 39 Mackay Street, including His Honour Judge Boylan from the District Court, Magistrate Tony Newman, Thomas Buzzacott JP, Aboriginal Justice officer, Paul Boylan and Bill Oathams solicitors from Pt Pirie, Dr John Emerson, University of Adelaide, Ann Johnston Chairman Port Augusta Hospital Board and Superintendent Peter Anderson Port Augusta Police.

Clark Chambers was named after Lieutenant Colonel Grant Clark of the Royal Australian Infantry, the Special Air Services Regiment and the Australian Army Legal Corps.

Lieutenant Colonel Clark was a courageous litigator who stood up for the “little people”. He was known as a fierce and relentless opponent who held firmly to the principles of fairness. Based on Lieutenant Colonel Clark’s character and values, Edward Jolly and Sally Burgess - cofounders of Clark Chambers -named the Chambers after him.

Both Mr Jolly and Ms Burgess are

highly experienced barristers, who have practiced in Port Augusta and the adjoining regions.

What is the difference between a barrister and a solicitor?

Solicitors provide legal advice, draft documents and conduct negotiations and become involved in Court proceedings on behalf of clients on matters associated with the law.

Solicitors deal directly with the public advising on legal aspects of personal and business matters.

In more complex cases solicitors usually brief a barrister to undertake the advocacy work in Court.

Barristers argue cases before civil, criminal and industrial Courts and other tribunals. Barristers are lawyers who specialise in advising on difficult legal questions and who appear before Courts on behalf of clients.

For several years Port Augusta has been recognised as an important legal centre, enabling people from far north South Australia to easily access legal services. Clark Chambers will provide legal services to residents of Port Augusta, Port Pirie and Whyalla. It will also provide a wider service to those in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Lands, Coober Pedy, Ceduna, Port Lincoln, Clare, Peterborough and surrounding areas.

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Jason McInerney and Tim Baker recently visited RDAS OSHCS to plan the active after school program

OSHC seeking community sports coaches Roxby Downs OSHC is looking for coaches for Active After-school communities program.

OSHC will be holding a Community Coach training course for the Australian Sports Commission’s Active Afterschool Communities Program (AASC) to accredit coaches to deliver physical activity sessions to students in term 2 this year. The training will be held on Sunday, May 7, from 10am – 4pm.

The Active After-school Communities program is a federally funded program with $116 million

being spent across the nation aiming to increase physical activity levels in primary school aged children. The program is to promote healthy living and improve motor skill development.

Roxby Downs OSHC began in the program in term four last year.

The physical activity sessions that will be run by the Community Coaches are designed to create an atmosphere where students participate in a safe and nonthreatening environment.

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Jason McInerney, Regional Coordinator for the program in the Spencer Gulf and Far North, will conduct the training for the aspiring coaches. The training covers the following topics; The Role of the AASC Community Coach, Behavioural Management, Safe Environments, Nutrition and Well-being and Playing for Life.

“This program is very important to Roxby Downs and the students involved. The local community people I have spoken to so far seem committed to be involved which is great,” Mr McInerney said.

A large component of the training is practically based to assist in planning of these physical activity sessions.

Shane Thomson is a level 1 tennis coach and a level 2 AFL coach who has been involved in the delivery of the program since its inception in Roxby Downs and has seen the benefits of being involved.

“I have really enjoyed delivering the program and have seen the kids confidence grow after each session which is very rewarding,” Shane said.

Mr McInerney went on to add: “This is an opportunity for local clubs and associations to become deliverers of the program, get paid for it and hopefully recruit some new members.”

Anyone wanting to know more about the program can contact Jason McInerney on 8641 3200 or Mandy Kerby at Roxby Downs OSHCS on 0417 813 209.

Siona Glasson and Tom Beever

Youth centre high on the agenda for Roxby Down’s new youth worker

RFDS seeks schools for crazy fundraiser Principals, teachers, parents and most importantly students, this is your chance to get involved with Plane Crazy Day, a brand new initiative which invites all South Australian Primary Schools to take part in raising money to help purchase a new Pilatus PC-12 aircraft for the RFDS whilst learning about one of Australia’s great most famous and respected organisations.

Plane Crazy Day is the culmination of this new project and will take place on Friday May, 12, 2006 but the RFDS is inviting schools to contact the organisation now to collect their Plane Crazy packs.

The newly created RFDS Plane Crazy Education is packed full of fun exercises and activities to suit all primary school year levels and which can be undertaken at any time during the lead up to 12 May. The pack will help students to learn about our history and the Services that we provide today to anyone that needs our help and this includes people in both country and metropolitan areas.

On Plane Crazy Day, students are encouraged to become creative and take part in a fun fundraising activity – the sky’s the limit as to what sort of ideas can be put into action! It might be a Spellathon, your own special jeopardy or you may simply come dressed up as your favourite RFDS crew member.

Schools that don’t wish to hold a fundraising event but would like to take part are able to sell stickers for a nominal donation or the very popular flashing PC12 aircraft pin for $4.00 each.

There will also be some fantastic prizes on offer.

The country school that raises the most money will have the choice of either visiting the Adelaide Hangar or having a special visit from the RFDS crew. They will arrange to fly an aircraft with a pilot and flight nurse to the nearest town for students to have a look inside the aircraft and speak to the crew. Both metropolitan and country school winners will also receive a selection of RFDS memorabilia which they can proudly display at their respective schools.

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Roxby Downs’ newly appointed Youth Worker, Siona Glasson, said one of her priorities was to get the Roxby Downs Youth Centre up and running again as quickly as possible.

Miss Glasson is both experienced and qualified, having studied social work for four years at the University of South Australia’s Whyalla Campus and working at Children, Youth and Family Services in Port Pirie.

“I have plenty of experience as a youth worker already and I want to open up as many options as possible for the young people and the community in Roxby Downs,” said Miss Glasson.

Family and Youth Officer, Tom Beever, said he was looking forward to working with Miss Glasson on many youth projects to be undertaken in the future.

“It is tremendously exciting to work with a young person who I know the young people in the community will take a shine to. I think the youth will look forward to being guided by Siona in their development,” Mr Beever said.

For her part, Miss Glasson said she was hoping to use Mr Beever’s experience and knowledge of the town to benefit young people.

“Working with Tom will be great – he’s very laidback and has an excellent knowledge of the community. I will definitely be able to benefit from that,” said Miss Glasson.

Miss Glasson said her immediate priorities in her role as a youth worker would be to re-start the Youth Centre, continue to organise Youth Week (April 1-9) to make it as exciting and enjoyable for youth as possible and work to get the youth of Roxby Downs their own skate park.

The first job Miss Glasson will be tackling is to ensure the Youth Centre is ready to be re-opened, a task which Mr Beever said needed to be done.

“Opening the Youth Centre is a huge thing and lots of young people have been asking me when it would be coming back. It should be open from Monday to Friday after school, just like it used to be,” Mr Beever said.

Next on Miss Glasson’s agenda was the skate park, something she said she was “very motivated” to achieving for the town.

“I really want to get the skate park project up and running again because I think it’s a real issue for the youth in this community,” said Miss Glasson.

Another key project Miss Glasson said she wanted to start as soon as possible was a Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). She is currently seeking expressions of interest from motivated young people who are interested in working on the project.

Miss Glasson said she was looking for volunteers in the 12 - 21 age bracket to serve on the YAC – which she hopes will be able to identify and address issues for local youth. She said she hoped to find two members for every two-year age bracket (12-13, 1415 and so on).

Members of YAC will help to advise the council on matters which affect them and will be asked for advice regarding community initiatives and events. Anyone interested should come and see Siona at the Youth Centre, or ring her on 8671 2935.

As part of Youth Week, Mr Beever and Miss Glasson have arranged a street party in Richardson Place, which will include a performance from local band Antacid.

“I can’t wait for the street party and it will be a great opportunity for me to get out and meet the community,” said Miss Glasson.

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Youth Week set to draw crowds Youth Week will be running from April 1-9 and there will be a range of activities designed to encourage participation from the youth of Roxby Downs.

First and foremost will be a street party in Richardson Place from 7-11pm which will be the first closed street party specifically for the youth in town.

Headlining the occasion will be two performances from local band, Antacid, which will be a great opportunity for local youth to get out and see some live music in a safe, alcohol-free environment. Their first performance runs from 10-11:30am, while the night gig begins at 7:30 and will run until at least 9pm.

On Tuesday Youth Week will take on a serious note when a gambling

discussion and forum takes place at the Leisure Centre’s theatre. The discussion will be hosted by Shaun Kilgariff, who has run casinos in Japan, Melbourne and Adelaide but now works to educate people against gambling.

Mr Kilgariff will explain to the audience why the house will always win in the end and he will be available to answer questions. The forum is open to all and co-ordinator Tom Beever would like to encourage anyone interested to come along and take part to help build awareness of the problem gambling poses in society.

Local band...Antacid

All welcome to join in Fringe scrapbooking workshop

By Jamie-Lee Oldfield Are you a talented scrapbooking expert or enthusiastic scrapbooking beginner?

Whatever your level of expertise, why not get down to the Roxby Downs Community Library during the Outback Fringe Festival for some scrapbooking fun.

On April 8, 2006, two scrapbooking workshops will be held by Red Dunes Scrapbooking.

Attend workshop one from 10am to 1pm and you can get crafty making a gift tin, creating a card and scrapping a page.

Workshop two will be running from 1.30pm to 4.30pm and focuses on ‘Making Memories’, with attendees creating a mini album, creating a card or scrapping a page.

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Local artist’s latest success...

Local artist Dave Kovac has just released the start of a new series of prints based on the wildflowers of the local area.

In February Dave released the much awaited “Lake Eyre Pelicans’ Print” and within the month between the February and March Roxby Downs Market Days has only four of the exclusive ‘20 print edition’ left.

“I’ve done my homework and found out the best quality of printing techniques and materials available today. It’s called Giclee (Jee-Klay) printing, a French word meaning ‘a splash of colour’, only archival inks and papers are used giving the prints a 100 year life.

“I’m only interested in producing great quality stuff that will last - even the matt borders in the frames are acid free, archival quality,” said Dave.

“I’ve set my standard and I’m only going to keep rising the bar higher. I see it as a great privilege to be able to do what I do and it’s very flattering that people like my work enough to warrant hanging on their walls.”

Dave is looking to finish his wildflower series by midyear when he will look at expanding the product line into postcards and greeting cards for the tourist market.

Dave lives with his wife in Roxby Downs and works from his studio gallery in Andamooka, his home town.

“There are so many beautiful and amazing things in the area and I seem to find new things every day. It’s very inspiring to realise this is just the beginning and there is such a long way to go!”

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Basic scrapbooking kits are supplied for $25.00 at each workshop, with sponsorship being contributed by both Scrapbooking Australia and Bumble Bee Crafts. Participants will be required to bring any tools they will need, but there will be some available to share.

Red Dunes will have supplies available for purchase at the workshops, along with matching embellishment kits for your scrapbooking masterpieces.

Scrapbooking is lots of fun and a wonderful way to savour your cherished family memories. To book for a spot at one of the above workshops visit the Cultural Precinct. A $5.00 non refundable deposit will be required on booking. For more information please contact Jane on 86711937 or go to www.red-dunes.com

Ready, set, push?

By Stuart Deed One of the premier entertainment spectacles at this year’s Outback Fringe Festival will be a competition called “the Pramathlon”.

This public racing spectacle draws on one of Roxby Downs’ known strengths – a high birthrate; once the highest in the nation.

A custom made trophy will be up for grabs, as well as a yet-to-beannounced major prize.

The aim of the race will be simple – get you and your baby (fake, of course) to the finish line after accomplishing a set of tasks.

Elements of drama and humour are likely to be strong aspects of the race – with a prize to be awarded for the bestdressed performer and pram, so a little preparation will be required.

Contestants will be expected to wear traditional costume for the event, which will include a floral dress, slippers (preferably pink

and fluffy) and haphazardly placed hair rollers. Extra points might be awarded to contestants who manage to include other items in their race attire, such as rolling pins or wooden spoons.

The race will be open to all contestants and men are encouraged to participate as well – though the rules for clothing will still apply.

Racing will begin on Saturday, April 8, from 5pm and entry will be $15 but please don’t forget the grand trophy and prizes involved in the event. Competition will take place exclusively down the median strip of Richardson Place, so fitness and endurance will not be required.

Entry forms are available from the Cultural and Leisure Precinct and must be filled-in prior to the race.

The Pramathlon will require competitors to complete a range of tasks commonly associated with parenthood. First stop is the hospital – replicating the common

‘dash’ to the hospital commonly associated with childbirth.

At the hospital contestants will receive their racing baby – no real children will be included in this event, for obvious safety reasons.

From the hospital, competitors will then rush through a range of activities like shopping, mixing bottle solutions, dressing the ‘baby’ and washing nappies.

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ABOVE EYRE: Joshua Bishop, Verity Casserly, Adam Luke (Vice Captain), Jennifer Burger (Vice Captain)

ABOVE GAIRDNER: Matthew Lewis, Emily Traeger, Nathan Granger (Vice Captain), Marko Nedelkovic (Vice Captain)

ABOVE FROME: Sophie Wissell, Matthew Plant (Vice Captain), Zac Sauerwald (Vice Captain), Jamie-Lee Oldfield

ABOVE TORRENS: Alison Lane, Leah Blackmore (Vice Captain), Matt Schodde (Vice Captain), Lee Hunter

We are nearly at the end of the term but we have packed an enormous amount into such a short time.

The following is just a brief summary of some of the activities we have offered so far: • 7-12 Acquaintance Night • Induction ceremony for 2006 Student Voice members and School Captains • Announcement of House Captains for 2006 • Year 8 camp to Adelaide • Year 9 Aquatics camp to Pt. Vincent • Harmony Day • Hot Dog & Popcorn fundraising stand at Market Day • Swimming Carnival (March 31) • Upcoming WASSAC sports carnival in Pt. Lincoln • Upcoming Year 12 curriculum camp to Adelaide All of these things combine to create a wealth of opportunities for students to engage in activities outside the classroom. Many of us remember school camps and sports excursions as being one of the highlights of our own time at school.

Work Experience at the Zoo Congratulations to Jennifer Burger in Year 12 who has gained a work experience placement for a week at the Adelaide Zoo. Overcoming stiff competition from around the state, Jennifer was one of only a handful of students in South Australia to be given this opportunity. Jennifer’s intended career pathway involves working with animals. At present she works part time (in a School Based New Apprenticeship) at the local Vet Clinic.

Canberra Trip Cancelled Due to lack of numbers our proposed trip to Canberra has been cancelled for 2006. We intend to offer the opportunity again in 2007 for year 10-12 students.

The high cost of the camp appears to be a deterrent to some families and we hope to off-set this by some intensive fundraising over the next 12 months.

Winter Uniform Just a timely reminder to parents that with winter approaching this is traditionally the time when the school uniform for years 7-12 shows a decline. School jumpers and jackets are available from the uniform shop, so stock up soon. Hooded jackets or jumpers are not appropriate and students will be sent home to change. Our school colours are red, navy and white and we ask for your help in ensuring that your child is dressed appropriately. Navy track pants or jeans are acceptable, providing no logos or rips are visible.

Parent Teacher Interviews Years 7-12 Students in Years 10-12 will receive written reports at the end of this term. Years 7-9 will not have written reports until the end of term 2, but parents will have the opportunity to meet with teachers on Monday April 3 and Tuesday April 4 to discuss their child’s progress. Appointment sheets will go home next week – if you do not receive one please contact your child’s class teacher. Please support both your child and their teacher by attending.

To mark National Youth Tobacco Free Day on April 5th 2006, a competition will run asking young people, ‘How will you celebrate National Youth Tobacco Free Day?’ If you are between 12 and 25 years old, simply write 25 words or less on ‘How will you celebrate National Youth Tobacco Free in 2006?’ and you will be in the running to win a $100 sports voucher. There is one voucher to be won in every State and Territory.

For more information on the competition visit the National Youth Week website www.youthweek.com or for more ideas on how you can celebrate National Youth Tobacco Free Day log onto the OxyGen website at www.OxyGen.org.au.

The competition opened on January 30 2006 and closes at 5:00pm (EST) on April 10 2006.

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ABOVE...Matthew Plant and Joshua Bishop (Year 12) taking an Open Acess Lesson in Pure Mathematics.

Congratulations to the Year 11 and 12 students who have been elected house Captains for this year. See photos to left.

Upcoming Ev ents Events

March 31

7-12 Swimming Carnival

April 5

Early Closure 2.10pm

April 1

R-6 Swimming Carnival

April 5

Year 8 Immunisation

April 4

Early Closure

April 11

Governing Council Meeting

April 3-4

Year 7-12 Parent Interviews

April 13

Last day of Term 1 - 2:00 dismissal

April 3-6

R-6 Parent Interviews

April 13-28 School Holidays

April 3-7

Year 12 Careers Trip - Adelaide May 1st

April 4-7

Parent Teacher Interviews

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With almost 270 000 Australian school students smoking regularly each year, Aussie teenagers are being encouraged to celebrate National Youth Tobacco Free Day by giving tobacco the boot.

It is estimated that established school aged smokers in Australia spend around $2.4 million dollars each week on cigarettes, almost adding up to a whopping $125 million per year.

National Youth Tobacco Free Day spokesperson and Chairperson of the Australian Network on Young People and Tobacco, Fiona Edwards said deciding not to smoke is one of the best decisions any young person can make.

“Tobacco kills almost 20 000 Australians every year, and the fact is that most of these deaths will occur in people who started smoking before the age of 18 years.”

“We know that the younger you start smoking the harder it is to quit. Nicotine dependency can sneak up on you. There are no ringing bells or flashing lights to announce its arrival,” said Ms Edwards.

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ABOVE...Year 9 students Alex Ipsen, Ashley Pidgeon and Sam Graham disecting a heart in Science

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We can never see ourselves as others see us; even the mirror shows us in reverse.

“Smoking is my choice.

If I want to do it, I will” Smoking isn’t about free will and being independent. Nicotine is as addictive as heroin and cocaine and being addicted means you need them, which makes you dependant. There is no free choice when you are dependent.

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Walk Safely to School Day - April 7 Our school will be supporting this years Walk Safely to School Day. It will be held across Australia on Friday, April 7, 2006: • To encourage parents and carers to walk to school with primary school children to reinforce safe pedestrian behaviour.

• To ensure that children up to 10 years cross the road only when holding the hand of an adult.

• To promote the health benefits of walking.

We hope that you can participate in this very relevant event promoting community road safety and health. Check out www.Walk.com.au

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Performing a resounding rendition of The Octopus’ Garden at the march 17 Assembly.

OSHC Closure on May 1 On Monday May 1 2006 (the first day of term 2) it is a Staff Training/Student Free Day. On this day all staff will be attending training and development on Mandatory Notification. It is imperative that OSHC staff attend. Therefore, on this day the OSHC service will be closed.

We would like to apologise for any inconvenience this may incur and thank you for your support of this important training day.

Year 9 camp adventure...

3-4 winners Cameron Hall Schofield and Lane Whittaker

Harmony Day winners The photographs show the true spirit of Harmony Day. Lots of vibrant colours, especially ‘ORANGE’, and many costumes from other countries. The students enjoyed this chance to dress up and to be involved in activities such as sports from other countries, learning words from another language, making friendship bracelets and peace signs and entering competitions to promote Harmony Day. In class, discussions were held about being Australian and what this means, living in peace and in a multi-cultural country. The students have listened to stories about peace, and sung songs such as ‘We are Australian’. Thank you everyone for your enthusiasm and energy.

R-2 winner Jake Gotch

Year 9 students attended an aquatics camp at Pt Vincent in week seven of this term. During the camp the skills of kayaking, snorkelling, sailing and windsurfing were taught and attempted.

“They were all great fun”.

On the Wednesday everybody got back on the bus and headed for Berry Bay to try surfing and body boarding. The waves on the day were “awesome”.

Other evening activities included walks along the beach, Red Faces and movie watching.

The camp was most successful and fun was had by all students, parent helpers and staff.

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5-6 winners Jock Bruce and Tamika Mansell

Hands on Mime Visiting performance On March 15 the R-7 students were invited to attend a show entitled ‘Hands on Mime’, which was performed by two actors.

This performance was an exploration of many forms of non-verbal communication. Some students comments were “I learnt that you can use other ways to speak other than just talking, like using sound effects”. And “I liked the way they were showing expressions on their face and acting things out” Amber Symons, Year 2. Luke Ryan in Year 5 commented “I thought the performance was really good because they used great sound effects, movements and facial expressions”. Susanna Kruger in Year 6 said “We’re doing Mime in Drama right now so the performance gave us lots of ideas and they picked great topics to act out for example the aeroplane scene.

The hilarious sketches moved beyond the confines of traditional mime settings and audience participation was encouraged which was great. It was great to see that so many students attended this performance. We are very lucky to host visiting artists who can offer our students new experiences and expose them to a variety of Expressive Art Forms.

Fiona Perkins Dance and Drama Teacher

R-2 Winner – Eloise McLean 3-6 Winner – Jaizane Phelan Year R-2 Achievement Awards Mrs Zeptner H/S Lachlan Fitzsimon, Jaiden Bryant, Amelia Johnson, Demi McKay Mrs Cormack/ RamsayRec1 –Jade Rudiger, Nathan Hooper, Matilda Cordy, Joel Longmire Ms Lownsborough/Mrs Van Laarhoven1Lachlen Elliot, Molly Richards, Jake Gotch, Caleb Jury Mr Petty1- Lachlan Coathupe, Millie Clarke, Scarlett Koning, Wesley Steer Miss Steele/Mrs Christall 2 - Jakob Noll, Bradley Forrest, Tayla Scholefield Miss Orchard 2 – Andy Jones, Amy Absolom, Danielle Player, Clancy Crafter-King Miss Underwood 1/2 – Penny Stock, Natasha Woodall, Basie Robbertse, Connor Best Dance/Drama – Penny Stock, Jade Vink Special Class – Geshan Wijethunge Year 3-6 Achievement Awards Miss Arthur 3 - Marlee Garwood, Melissa Behan, Patrick Brind, Damon Hill Ms Van der Hucht 3 – Amber Hasset, Logan Hobbs, Angus Lane, Monique Gobbie Miss Halligan 4 – Mitch Steer, Caroline Wissell, Amelia Curtis Cooper, Patrick Barr-White Ms Larwood 4– Morgan Rigg, Amy Bell, Brody Grohs, Jacob Doherty Mr Bice 5– Nikita Trewartha, Cobi Rontaunay, Stephanie Luscombe, Dylan Papastamatis Mrs Partington/Mrs Haddock 5 – Amber Jamieson, Dylan Perkins, Madison Evans, Curtis Stokes Mr Wyskamp 5/6 – Kira Tahu, Jacinta Gallpen, Zac Ingles, Rachel Vonsnarski Miss Hollitt 6 – Dylan Male, Jaimee LangdonOates, Myles McIntee, Mikaela Floyd Miss Berryman 6 – Taylor Bone, Joshua Elliot, Stephanie Reimann, Thomas Russell Dance/Drama – Taylor Bone Special Ed Miss Bennett – Daniel Bulman

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A message from the Principal Dear Parents and Friends Andamooka School fire Due to the most recent fire at Andamooka School we will house their students here until their facilities are rebuilt. Two general learning areas will be made available for their use as well as an opportunity for them to join in some of our programmes. We extend our commiserations and offer our support to the Andamooka community during this difficult time.

Swimming Carnivals By the time you read this article we hope to have had a successful Year 3-6 Swimming Carnival today.

However we still look forward to the Year 7-12 Carnival tomorrow (Friday) at the Swimming Centre.

Attendance and participation on the day is expected and we would not like to see any students spending this time as a free day wandering the streets or shops.

We do appreciate as many parents as possible attending these days to support their children.

Harmony Day

Congratulations to all involved in the recent Harmony Day activities last week. It was wonderful to see so many students wearing orange and dressing up in national costumes to signify their support of the YOU + ME = US theme. Our community has been relatively mono-cultural over the years with few indigenous members and those of a different culture living here.

With the proposed mine expansion and the international nature of BHP Billiton it is safe to assume that there will be an increase in the multi cultural flavour of this community. We all need to learn to value, respect and understand other cultures.

We need to promote and encourage kindness, tolerance and social harmony.

Many thanks to Mrs Grantham in the Library, student voice and all who organised the many and varied activities throughout the week.

Be Active Let’s Go “Be Active Lets Go” is a DECS initiative aimed at increasing the participation of all students in physical activity. Our goal is to have 100% of all students engaged in some form of physical activity which compliments and shares links with community groups. Last week we had nearly 200 of our students engaged in a Cricket Coaching Clinic organised through the Upper North Junior Cricket Council.

This week we have had Basketball Coaching Clinics for all Year 6 & 7 classes. We look forward to also having a range of clinics which may appeal to those students not interested in main stream sports.

Generally we hope to promote an active lifestyle amongst students which complements our Healthy Eating Programme and Healthy Canteen menu.

All members in the school community must be aware of the health benefits associated with healthy eating and an active lifestyle. It also follows closely that a students ability to learn and perform at their best is also influenced by diet and physical fitness. Physical fitness enables emotional health and wellbeing.

School Representation, Camps and Excursions The way students behave on any occasion reflects directly on their parents, themselves and on our school. We are very pleased with the way the majority of students behave and present to the public.

However, as always, there are the very few who choose at times to behave inappropriately or do not represent us or their families in the best possible light. This always tarnishes our reputation unnecessarily.

Our community and school have high expectations and I remind all students and staff that school representation attending camps and excursions is a privilege rather than a right.

It is always at the school’s discretion as to whether a student has earnt the privilege of attending these extra curricula events. Any suspensions within a ten week period incurs an automatic exclusion from attending. It is also Governing Council Policy that any outstanding fees also precludes students participation.

Uniforms At a recent year 7-12 assembly I could only count 3 students out of 200 who were not in school uniform.

I congratulate students and parents for supporting our existing uniform policy. Well done to the many parents who have ordered our new winter fleecy top.

Students will either be sent home to change or be asked to take off any outer winter garments that do not meet our uniform policy. This may not suit some people but it concurs with the existing Governing Council Uniform Policy.

Jim Michalanney, Principal

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OUT & ABOUT

At the March 18 Market Day in Roxby Downs were: ABOVE...Roxby Downs Area School students Jade, 11, and Kristen, 11, selling hot dogs...

Above left...Huckleberry (the dog) taking Rebecca Pocock for a walk.

ABOVE...Nicole Richter and Rhian Montgomerie were married at the Sacred Heart Chapel on January 14.

Blokes in drag and women in dressing gowns…it was all happening at Chad Oldfield’s thirtieth birthday bash on Saturday, March 18.

The party was held at Chad’s house in Roxby Downs and was well attended by family and friends from all over the state.

Pimps, Prostitutes and Porn was the theme of the party, which was clearly taken up with enthusiasm by the guests.

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MINI MONITORS LEFT... Chad and Tracy Oldfield with baby Olivia May at her christening on Saturday March 18.

Below... Olivia May Oldfield.

ABOVE...Charlotte Gearing turned 2 on Tuesday March 21.

ABOVE... Betty Williams with Olivia May.

ABOVE....Lovely Lilli Southon, 3, strikes a pose in her family’s front garden in Roxby Downs.

At the Roxby Downs Market Day on March 18 were Jessica, 8, and Hannah, 6, at the secondhand stall.

NEW ARRIVAL...Paul and Kerry Dunn of Roxby Downs celebrated the birth of their first child, Charlotte Ivy. Charlotte was born on February 7 at the Gawler HealthService and weiged 8lb 2oz.

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OUT & ABOUT

ABOVE...Celebrating his recent 50th Birthday at Marree is Bobby Hunter (second from left) with his nieces and nephew Paula, Reg and Mary Louise Hunter.

ABOVE...Practicing for the upcoming Outback Fringe Pramathalon are twins Luke and Millie, 5.

Enjoying the Roxby Downs Market Day held on Saturday March 18 were (above left) Elissa, 9, and Alison, 8.

RIGHT... Anika, 12, Bonnie,7, and Eliza, 7, soaked up the sunshine on market day.

RIGHT..Attending Bobby Hunter’s 50th celebrations are Anne Forward, Kerry Gum, Peter Dempsey and Stu Cormack.

LEFT...Having fun at The Roxby Downs Club for Kylie Janout’s Hen’s night were Jenna Prees, Brooke Gow, Burky, Vicki Prees, Kylie Janout, Jamie Hinds and Michelle Zeptner.

RIGHT...Handcuffed to the bar in true Hen’s night tradition is Kylie Janout. At least they brought her drinks over to her!

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MINI MONITORS Push to involve young in junior cricket Junior cricket will receive an innovative overhaul to attempt to attract and retain young cricketers in the Upper North region of South Australia.

The Upper North Junior Cricket Council has long pondered the problems of young children being offered the opportunity to learn the skills and play cricket in some form of competition. The Council members have developed a program to assist in achieving this called Blueprint for the Future, which the Council hopes will provide children in the region with access to the game of cricket.

Blueprint for the Future aims are: • To conduct clinics in our region incorporating Port Augusta, Whyalla, Roxby Downs, Leigh Creek, and Coober Pedy over a two year cycle.

• To assist with a Super 8 and Kanga Cricket Competition in those centres.

• To establish a Development Program

Marlee Garwood, 8.

Roxby Downs Area School students enjoyed a recent cricket clinic

in both Port Augusta and Whyalla incorporating the above outlying areas • To provide a subsidy for Under 14 and 16 Players selected in representative squads (to be agreed on) Mr Shane Mardon, Deputy Chairperson said the Council’s primary role was to identify those children who have the ability to go further with their cricket and accordingly provide them with the necessary resources to achieve this.

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implementing the various South Australian Cricket Association (SACA) introductory and developmental programs, to encourage all kids in the Upper North to play cricket, especially those in the 5 to 12 year old age group.

Mr John Warner, Chairperson said while the Council receives some support from the South Australian Cricket Association (SACA) in promoting and developing cricket in the Upper North, the major obstacles were time, distance, travel and accommodation costs of staging such clinics in all

primary schools within the region. The Council has registered the project with the Australian Sports Foundation Ltd (ASF) to assist in raising funds.

The Australian Sports Foundation Ltd (ASF) was established by the Australian Government to help organisations raise funds through public and corporate donations for the development of sport in Australia. Through this arrangement donations of $2 or more in support of Blueprint for the Future are tax deductible.

Mr Warner asks

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businesses and industries in the Upper North to support the Council’s fundraising efforts to encourage younger to get involved in cricket.

“We look forward to working with the community in partnership, to achieve our vision for the Upper North Junior Cricket Council. Our goal is to provide competition and excellence, while upholding the spirit, integrity and traditions of the game,” he said.

For more information on how to make a donation, please contact Mr Warner on 0419 800 416.

Luke Rudiger, 7.

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ROXBY DOWNS COUNCIL NEWS COUNCIL SNIPPETS

Works in Progress…

Compliance audits on plumbing. Residents are reminded that plumbing work should only be carried out by a qualified plumber. Residents are encouraged to request to see copies of plumber’s qualifications and license prior to any work being commenced.

Cleaning of pump stations.

Gathering of data for Asset Management. To gather some of this data, properties with easements will need to be inspected for sewer connections and manholes.

Property owners will be notified prior to these inspections.

Building report of the Recreation Centre has now been received.

Replacement of chlorination pumps in the swimming pool plant room.

The whole of Stuart Road south subdivision has been brush cut of all weeds.

Council will be changing 150 electricity meters in the areas of Pioneer Drive, Irrapatana Street, Hamilton Court, Wirrda Street and Finniss Street.

Completed Works…

Oval drainage on Town Oval is now complete.

Repairs to streetlights have been completed with further repairs to commence on March 25 and 26 2006.

Upcoming Works…

Southern Sub Division to be road broomed.

Contract has been let to renovate public toilet block at the town Oval. Works will be completed prior to the commencement of the football season.

Parking…

Council is actively enforcing Section 237 of the Local Government Act – the towing away of vehicles left parked on a public road, in a public place or on Local Government land for more than 24 hours. Parking Infringement Notices will also be issued under the Road Traffic Act. Vandalism…

Council has noted an increase in vandalism within the township. Council urges all residents to report instances of vandalism to the Police and Council.

This is your community and your rates are being wasted by these types of action so your help is essential.

Rates…

Rates were due for payment on March 16 2006. Fines will apply to all arrears. Please contact Bronnie Warren at the Council on 8671 0010 for payment arrangements.

Water Accounts…

Payment of Water accounts are now overdue. Prompt payment is appreciated to avoid further action.

Electricity Accounts…

Quarterly meter readings will commence approximately March 27 2006 and accounts will be issued mid April.

Dog Registrations…

Dog Registrations for the 2005/06 financial year became due and payable from the July 1 2005. Grace period for registrations expired on August 31 2005.

Thereafter an $80 expiation fee applies.

There has been an increase in the numbers of wandering dogs in the township. Residents are reminded to keep gates closed or locked to avoid dogs wandering.

Bushfire Prevention…

Some total fire ban days for our area have been declared recently. Now is a timely reminder to residents of the importance of taking adequate fire prevention actions of premises and being generally careful with potential fire sources such as cigarette butts, motor bikes and other mechanical equipment in our hot arid climate. Residents are requested to

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keep areas surrounding their homes free from litter, dry leaves and any other combustible materials.

Bushfire season runs from November 1 2005 – March 31 2006. CFS has updated their website for bushfire prevention. For more information log onto www.afac.com.au Permits can be obtained from the Council office during this period. Fire Regulations and booklets are on display at the Council office.

Fireworks…

Fireworks are only allowed to be set off by a pyrotechnician with the appropriate permits. Fines are applicable if not adhered to.

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 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.

Rubbish Collection…

Residents are reminded that there is a limit of one bin per household for weekly rubbish collection and that it is the resident’s responsibility to ensure that bins are in serviceable condition with closable lids that prevent flies and birds from accessing rubbish.

Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours…

Tuesdays, 8am to 12 noon, Thursdays 1pm to 5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am to 4pm.

Out of hours access call 08 8671 1154.

Council Office Hours – General…

Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm.

Council offices will be closed on Friday April 14 and Monday April 17 2006 for the Easter Public Holiday.

VISIT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY WEBSITE AT: www.roxbydowns.com ROXBY DOWNS COUNCIL is a proud sponsor of ROXFM Community Radio

Melissa Allen and Jane Coshutt with the Family Matters surveys.

Position Vacant Works Administration Officer Due to a pending resignation, Council is seeking the services of an energetic person with appropriate skills to perform the duties of Works Administration Officer.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in an office environment performing general secretarial administrative functions in the Municipal Works, Building, Planning and Health areas.

Ideally you will need to have excellent customer relations, communication, typing and word processing skills. Experience in working in an office environment and with Microsoft applications such as, Word, Excel, Access & Publisher whilst not essential, will be well regarded.

Key areas of responsibility will include general office duties such as receipting, handling customer enquiries and complaints, typing, filing, photocopying and general administration.

Interested persons should obtain a copy of the Position Specification from the Council Offices.

Phone 08 8671 0010 Address PO Box 124 Roxby Downs SA, 5725 Fax 08 8671 0452 Email roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au Closing date Friday 17 April 2006 Bill Boehm Administrator

School Terms for 2006 South Australia Term 2 Begins Ends Term 3 Begins Ends Term 4 Begins Ends

Term Dates for 2006 Monday May 1, 2006 Friday July 7, 2006 Monday July 24, 2006 Friday September 29, 2006 Monday October 16, 2006 Friday December 15, 2006

FREE COMMUNITY CALENDAR Roxby Downs Golf Club’s opening Day 4 Person Ambrose, Saturday 1st April 2006 Everyone Welcome - Beginners & New Players Teams to register at the Golf Club by 9:30am or can also register early by email on robin.p1@bigpond.net.au Nomination Fee $12 per Player NO TEAM, NO PROBLEM Come along & we’ll put you into a team Presentation & Membership Draw at 5:30pm followed by a BBQ at 6:00pm For more information contact: Robin Passmore 8671 0992 or Don Crawford 8671 0478

Outback Scrappers Scrap Together Held at St Barb’s Art Room 7.30 pm Cost $4.00 (plus optional kit, if required) All Welcome!!

Contact Jane 86711937 March - Wednesday 1st, Tuesday 7th, Wednesday 15th, Tuesday 21st, Wednesday 29th

Coffee Mornings for Families, run by Child Youth Health (Roxby Downs Health Services), Thursdays 9:30 -11, The Dunes Café.

Arid Recovery Quiz Night, Friday 31 March, at the Roxby Downs Leisure Centre, doors open 6:30, starts at 7. Cost is $10 per person. Contact Kristin 8671 1444 or on-line at www.aridrecovery.org.au

Roxby Downs Community Library & Roxby Downs Health Service Present “Toddler Story Time” Fun, stories, rhymes, craft & activities for toddlers aged 1-3 & their adult caregivers.

At Roxby Downs Community Library, Tuesdays from 9:30 - 10am

Phone 8671 2683 or email news@themonitor.com.au to book your event in ‘What’s On!’ The ‘What’s On!’ Free Community Calendar is proudly sponsored by Roxby Downs Council.

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COMMUNITY PLAN UPDATE The Roxby Downs Community Plan Update page is a paid community service, provided by the Roxby Downs Council.

UPDATE The Arts and Culture, Education, Business, Sport and Recreation and Health Forums have all recently raised concerns about the lack of training facilities currently available and that this need will only get worse with the potential increase in population. As a result the Community Board, on behalf of the community, has written a letter to the EIS Project Team raising this concern and requesting that consideration be given in the Masterplan to facilities that cater to both employer and community needs.

Through the Forums requests have been made for: · Rehearsal rooms for musicians, singing and drama groups · Training facilities for employment training · Meeting rooms for community groups · Meeting rooms for Forum and Partnership committee meetings with child minding facilities attached · Space to hold exhibitions, trade shows and other displays when the auditorium is unavailable.

A meeting of the Community Board was held on March 27 and a report from that meeting will appear in the next issue.

ARTS AND CULTURE The next meeting of the Forum will be held on 29 March and the Forum is looking forward to welcoming the new regional Arts Officer Rodney Mitchell.

EDUCATION AND WORKPLACE TRAINING The meeting due to be held on Tuesday March 21 was rescheduled to Tuesday March 28. A report of that meeting will appear in the next issue.

ENVIRONMENT PARTNERSHIP The second meeting of the Partnership was held on March 28. A report of that meeting will appear in the next issue

HEALTH FORUM At the meeting held on March 15, Forum members identified key dates from the National Health Promotion Calendar and used these as a basis to create an annual health promotion calendar for Roxby Downs. The Forum will develop events and activities around these key dates and incorporate a community wide promotional/media campaign. By tapping into National and Statewide initiatives the Forum will be able to take advantage of the marketing and promotional materials produced for these events.

Karyn Biggs presented the results from the Leisure Centre Survey and talked about the health initiatives that have occurred as a result. These include having the Community Dietitian review snacks currently available from the kiosk and make suggestions for healthier alternatives. The Body for Life Challenge will also be run again this year with more incentives and a focus on lifestyle changes including diet and nutrition. All of these activities fit within the model of “Building a Healthier Community”. At the next meeting to be held on 19 April, the agenda will include a guest speaker from the Rural Doctors Workforce Agency. She will be talking about a state wide project to improve retention of medical practitioners in rural areas.

SPORT AND RECREATION FORUM A meeting was held on March 6 where representatives from the various sporting clubs provided updates. The Forum has been established to provide assistance to clubs and to help them develop sport.

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Alan Male (Sport and Recreation Consultant) has already provided practical assistance to a number of clubs. The Forum agreed that more promotion is required to ensure that all sports are represented and taking an active part in the Forum. A letter will be sent by the Chair Reinhardt Viljoen. The Forum briefly talked about the concept of a Sporting Walk of Fame.

To progress the idea further they have requested that a proposal be put together outlining the project requirements and how it can be implemented.

Feedback from the Forum will be gathered at the May Meeting. Concerns relating to the difficulties and costs of transporting local club members to regional events were discussed. A suggestion was made for the Forum to develop a transportation fund that clubs could access via a grant application. Packaged price structures could be negotiated with bus companies to bring costs down. Forum members are concerned at the number of clubs that are not incorporated and the associated liability issues that arise. It was also noted that legally clubs and associations must be incorporated to use public land. The Forum agreed that a letter should be written to all unincorporated clubs urging them to incorporate. Alan Male has developed a kit that makes the incorporation process quick and easy. The Kit includes a model constitution and other documents that are easy to complete.

Karyn Biggs reported on the results of the Leisure Centre Survey and the actions that have been already commenced or are proposed for the near future. As a consequence of the survey a number of new programs will be introduced including Women’s Self Defence Classes.

BUSINESS FORUM A meeting was held on March 20 where Economic Development Officer Alex Barker brought members up to date with his current tourism and economic development activities. Alex referred to the number of recent articles that have appeared in the Advertiser and Sunday Mail about the proposed expansion of the town and mine.This exposure continues to generate enquiries from people looking for business opportunities. Issues relating to the availability of . housing for employees was also discussed. Forum members talked about the range of options they use for their own staff including: providing a housing allowance; paying a percentage of rent; purchasing a caravan or actually buying a house. It was noted that there seems to be an increase in the number of caravans and camper trailers appearing in front gardens (with power attached). The high and fluctuating rentals are making it difficult for employers to calculate allowances. The scarcity of properties available to rent was also raised. Some people have had to share houses or decline offers of employment because no houses are available or rents are too high. The Forum concluded that a survey of employers would be useful to identify issues, current and future needs relating to employee housing. Alex advised that the Department of Defence is keen to help private residents with accommodation in Woomera and entice more businesses to town.

FAMILY AND YOUTH FORUM At the meeting held on March 16, Family and Youth Officer Tom Beever brought the Forum up to date with Youth related activities. Preparations for National Youth Week are well underway with a street party organised for April 1. At a previous Forum meeting issues relating to gambling and its effect on families were discussed. As a result of those discussions the guest speaker Sean Kilgareff has been invited back by Tom to speak during Youth Week on “why you can’t win when you gamble”. This talk will lay the groundwork for the Forum to apply for a grant to run a community wide awareness campaign. The other item on the Family and Youth Forum agenda was to finalise arrangements for the community feedback session. The “Family Matters” survey has been prepared and distributed through the two schools and childcare centres. The purpose of the survey is to gather information from the wider community which will assist in identifying priority projects. It was decided that Forum Members would conduct a hands on community feedback session on Monday March 27 from 9.30am to 11.30am at the Cultural Precinct. This coincides with the time that many parents are passing through or having a coffee after dropping kids off to school, kindy, childcare, and Nippy Gym etc. Forum members will walk around and encourage people to participate in the survey and the Forum. The Forum is looking forward to welcoming Siona Glasson, the recently appointed Youth Worker, to the next meeting on March 30.

MEETING DATES Education & Workplace Training March 28 12.30pm Environment Partnership March 28 7.30pm Arts and Culture March 29 8.30am Family and Youth Forum March 30 10.30am Sport and Recreation April 3 8.00pm Health April 19 7.30pm Community Board (to be confirmed) April 24 7.30pm Business Forum May 1 12.30pm Alcohol & Substance Abuse Part.

To be advised Dates and times of meetings were correct at time of publication.

For further information and to check venue locations please contact Michelle Hales on 8671 0010

HAVE A SAY! Do you have an issue that you want raised at any of the Board meetings or Forums?

Do you have suggestions, ideas or feedback that you want passed on for consideration at any of the meetings?

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Sell with us..... North East NO STRESS NO FUSS Shop 4, 14 Tutop Street, Roxby Downs SA 5725

rh.com.au (08) 8671 3355 Wayne Lawson David Murley Penny Coleman Rachel Longden 0421 636 338 0412 050 200 0434 124 719 0434 124 720 6 Wangianna Street – “The Family Palace.” Huge 5 bdrm family home includes bir’s to 4, large family room with down lights, kitchen includes duel sink, new stove with gas top, electric grill, E R gas Fspacious instant gas hot water system, OF D EandRdine, heated lounge two evaporative UN cooling systems, approx 7m x 12m colourbond garage, approx 4m x 4m garden shed, both have concrete floors with power, large pergola, auto sprinkler system all on approx 1061m2 of land. Rent potential $400.00 p/w. $329,950. Web ID. 824058. Currently under offer.

8 Hermit Street - Investment Opportunity.

Well located family home of 3 good size bedrooms all with BIR’s, Seperate entry.

Large lounge with floating timber floor.

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Good size kitchen F Fgas Owith E R area, Adjacent front & rear U N Ddining verandahs. Fully fenced pool, C/Bond tool shed & more.

Currently tenanted at $310.00 per week. $264,950. Web ID. 820375. Currently under offer.

15 Curdimurka Street – “Executive Family Home.”

The sun sets on this magnificent family home. Consists of 4 bedrooms plus study or 5 bedrooms, bir’s. Large family room, floating floors with double sliding doors, 2 r/c split system airconditioners, ducted evaporative air conditioner and r/c air conditioner to main bedroom. Superb 2 year old kitchen, lots of cupboards, 6 burner stove, gas oven, electric grill, rangehood, duel sink, large pantry. The large double carport leads into a beautiful outdoor entertaining area. Seeing is believing this magnificent garaged indoor fibreglass solar heated saltwater pool. Approx 6m x 9m powered workshop, 2 more sheds. This home consists of much more.

Don’t miss this one. Low $400K. Web ID. 824076.

12 Bopeechee Street – “Simply Delightful – The Perfect Starter.” This lovely home consists of 3 large bedrooms all with bir’s, spacious gas heated lounge to dining, gas kitchen, duel sink, lots of cupboards, pantry, ducted evaporative air conditioner throughout.

R EFully F Fspa, fenced saltwater superb outdoor entertaining RpoolOwith E D N U area with raised garden and pond, full length rear verandah, large colourbond tool shed. This is a great starter or investment. Don’t miss out it will not last. $299,950. Web ID. 824081. Currently under offer.

6 Hamilton Court – “Splash out with this one.”

A great home includes 3 good size bedrooms all with bir’s, quality venetian blinds throughout, lovely gas kitchen, rangehood, dishwasher, pantry cupboard, spacious lounge dining with gas heating, Split system air conditioner, ducted evaporative air conditioner throughout. Large enclosed paved gable pergola with 4 person heated spa and built-in BBQ. Fully fenced and paved salt water pool. 6m x 9m garage with concrete floor, power and combustion heater.

Rent potential $375 p/w. $300K. Web ID. 824070.

5 Coolibah Drive – “Magnificent Executive Home.”

Immaculate Brick Veneer Home of outstanding quality and features.

4 bedrooms, main includes ensuite, walk in robe, bir’s and wir’s to others, study with bay window, 2 storage rooms, formal lounge, massive Family meals and games room. Kitchen includes gas cooktop, electric oven, rangehood, ample cupboards, raised breakfast bar. Three way bathroom, ducted reverse cycle air conditioning R ACT Large outdoor NTthroughout.

COlarge colourbond entertaining brick BBQ. Fully fenced ER area, D N U fibreglass saltwater pool with shade sail, childrens trampoline, covered sandpit, double carport UMR with roller doors, approx. 6m x 6m garage/workshop, motorised auto shutters all front rooms. $425,000 neg. Web. ID. 824104.

30C Coolibah Drive - “I’m a Surprise Package.”

7 year old 4 bedrooms all with bir’s, ensuite to master, automatic ceiling fans to bedrooms, lounge, dining, family room, kitchen with dishwasher, water filter, large rumpus room with r/c air conditioner, ducted evaporative air conditioner, gas space heater. Large outdoor entertaining area, 2 garden sheds, double gable carport. $349,950. Web ID 824655.

Lot 600 Government Road, Andamooka – “Solid Brick Investment.” Solid brick, 2 bedrooms, both carpeted, lounge, kitchen, and dining all tiled, r/c aircon.

Garage, carport and

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15 Curdimurka Street executive family home Watch the sunset on this magnificent 5 bedroom family home, master with parent’s retreat or large dressing room. This home has everything you will be looking for. A large family room, floating timber floors with double sliding french doors. Superb 2 year old chef’s kitchen, lots of cupboards, 6 burner stove, gas oven, electric grill, rangehood, large pantry, dishwasher, puratap, bay window to adjacent dining room.

This home is sure to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter with 2 r/c split system air conditioners, ducted evaporative air conditioner and a r/c air conditioner to main

bedroom, skylight to passage. The outside is also appealing with a large double carport (parking x3), pattern paved with adjacent lovely manicured garden leading into a fabulous outdoor gabled entertaining area.

Magnificent garaged indoor fibreglass solar heated sparkling saltwater pool with 3 skylights and safety fence & roller door. For the man that has a lot of tools there is a 6m x 9m powered workshop and colourbond garden shed (approx 4m x 3m) all with concrete floors, 2 x 3 model rain water tanks.

Lots of room for the children to play including large imitation

Available School Holidays

“George N Mays Gottage”

ABOVE and BELOW...15 Curdimurka Street offers executive lifestyle

turfed area. This house will sell itself so inspect quickly. For more information, please phone Wayne Lawson on 0421 636 338, David Murley on 0412 050 200 or visit www.rh.com.au Web ID 824076.

Tutop Street precinct ready for official April 10 opening

ABOVE...Grand opening of Tutop Street shops to include entertainment

Stansbury - Yorke Peninsula HOLIDAY AT THE BEACH - 6 hours from Roxby

Sell with us..... North East NO STRESS NO FUSS Shop 4, 14 Tutop Street, Roxby Downs SA 5725

rh.com.au (08) 8671 3355 3 bedroom home 5 minute walk to the beach.

2 x queen size bedrooms & 1 bedroom with 4 singles (2 bunks).

All beds have quilts & pillows your need to bring own sheets, towels & tea towels.

Lounge area has TV & video & is gas heated.

Reverse cycle Air-Con. Kitchen has microwave, fridge, freezer & tucker box.

BBQ - table chair setting.

Large garden, enclosed back yard, huge lockable shed, fish cleaning facility.

Sleeps 8. Room enough for 2 families.

Rates Available on request from Robyn - Bottom End Accommodation Phone/Fax : 08 8854 5172 Mobile : 0417 861 172 Email : liz@bottomend-accommodation.com Web: www.bottomend-accommodation.com

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68 Axehead Road – “Value in this Nest Egg. ” Family home with 4 bedrooms, master with bir, dressing table & ensuite, bir’s to others. Lounge, small family room, well equipped gas kitchen with w.i.p, ducted evaporative air conditioning, gas heating, paved pergola, fully fenced a/g inground pool, tool shed & garden shed, single carport umr with drive through gates & extra parking, easy care gardens with front lawn area. Currently leased at $310 p/w. $329,950.

Lot 211 Government Road, Andamooka – “The Opal Palace, Nest or Invest.” Spacious family home of three bdrms (large master), huge tiled lounge with feature double doors to front and hallway, good size dining, updated timber kitchen with lots of cupboards, island bench and utensil drawers, gas stove and rangehood, large updated bathroom.

2 pergolas. Parking x 2 in carport, workshop, storage area and aviary, air-con and more. Inspection a must. $140,000$147,500. Web ID 795213. Rent potential $150.00 p/w.

Lot 508 Government Road, Andamooka – Spacious 2 bedroom home. Large lounge, study & kitchen with gas & electric stove.

Bathroom with toilet, huge laundry, ducted evap airconditoning & wall mounted aircons. Large front & rear verandahs. Carport (parking x 2). RW tanks, lean-to storage or workshop. Fully fenced & all on allotment of 1448 sqm. $89,950. Web ID 822516.

Lot 502 Government Road, Andamooka. Potential abounds with this fully fenced property. Includes home of 1 bedroom, lounge, kitchen, & large bathroom, aircon & heating. Many sheds & heaps more. $79,950. Web ID 822228.

On Monday April 10 2006 Raine & Horne Roxby Downs will be officially opened by Directors Wayne Lawson, David Murley, Property Manager Penny Colemen and our new assistant Meegan Flavel.

Director of Raine & Horne SA Chris Weston will also be attending. A BBQ lunch will be on from 12pm – 3pm. Public is welcome.

Also in attendance with their new shops will be Chantal Kostrz from “Zealous Hair & Beauty, Lawrence Duggan from “Personal Touch Australia”, Geoff Bone from “Dam Clean Car Wash,” Vicki Visser from “Lunch on the Run” and staff from “Big Sky Credit Union.”

Crusty from RoxFM will also be there on the day from 11am – 2pm radio announcing. Come along and help us to celebrate our new office/ shop openings and receive great prizes/ giveaways with Raine & Horne giving away a $100 voucher of your choice (either Woolworths, Mitre 10 or Ochre Cellars), Zealous Hair & Beauty with free hair gift vouchers, Dam Clean Car Wash with free complimentary vacuuming & fragrance, Big Sky Credit Union with merchandise giveaways. No Bull, “Ferdie The Bull” will be there.

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Need sound advice...

Investing in property is an exciting and life-changing decision that can set you in good stead financially, given the right choices and commitment to its longterm nature.

The recent unsettled and slowing market that has followed in the aftermath of the housing boom should make Australians aware that a rapid rise in property prices in the near future is unrealistic. .

Mortgage Choice National Corporate Affairs Manager, Warren O’Rourke believes a reliable shortterm investment strategy for property is difficult to achieve for the average consumer.

“In the current climate, borrowers really should consider property investment as a long term strategy especially now house price growth is at a much slower pace,” he said, “Over the long term, there are many regions of Australia where good gains can be made if the buyer researches the area well and identifies the strengths and weaknesses involved.”

It is a good idea for consumers to have specialists do the research on their behalf. A reputable mortgage broker will assist with finding the most suitable home loan for the individual’s lifestyle and needs. A knowledgeable property advisor can assist in choosing an area in which to buy and whether an apartment, duplex, townhouse or house is the best way to go. And an accountant and/or a financial planner can help ensure the purchase is ‘doable’ for the consumer.

Investors should be aware that to gain a healthy profit on a property they should be thinking at least five to ten years ahead before considering selling it, whether it be a home or purely an investment.

With investment properties, Mortgage Choice brokers find the majority of their clients use the equity in their existing property to purchase an investment property and most borrow 100% of the property value plus costs where they have sufficient equity in their existing properties.

Many investors prefer long term interest only loan products such as lines of credit with split facilities, particularly where there is still some owner occupied debt to be repaid. This gives them flexibility and breathing room to afford managing loans on two or more properties.

“And when buying a property, considerations should be practical. If it’s an investment property the buyer should ensure tenants will feel comfortable living there and if it will be the buyer’s home then they must ensure they will feel comfortable living in it, “ Mr O’Rourke said.

When purchasing a property, Mortgage Choice

suggests buyers give it the ‘Three Ps’ test: Position • Is it close to transport, shops, cafes, schools, sporting facilities, parks and amenities?

• Is it functional for its purpose as a home – for me or for a tenant?

• Will the location fit my lifestyle (as a tenant or a landlord)?

Price • Can I afford it?

• Does the purchase price represent good value?

• Can I find something with more potential for less cost?

• Will it work within my long-term investment strategy?

Potential • Does the area have good capital growth potential?

• Is the demand for rental properties strong in the area?

• Can you add value or further comfort in the future through renovation or extension?

• Does it need any repairs or renovation upon purchase?

• Will renovations increase the property value to more than the renovation cost?

The answers will indicate whether the property investment will produce a sound return. Consumers should not get too caught up in statistics but should research as much as is necessary, keeping in mind what the property is intended for.

“A purchaser should trust their instincts to a certain extent, too, and if they’re still not sure then turn to a property advisor. Many property advisors prefer houses with a good size land allotment provided they are well located to schools, shops and transport,“ Mr O’Rourke said.

“However, many people purchase units in good locations and these have provided them with good returns and capital growth. There are many factors to consider and that is why investors should consult an advisor for both the property and the property loan” Mortgage Choice loan consultants are accredited to provide professional home loan advice on, and choice of, home loan products offered by a panel of 27 leading Australian lending institutions.

Major renovations ease in late 2005 An environment of relatively stable house prices and a slower rate of household debt accumulation are showing up in an easing in major renovations expenditure.

Commenting today on the latest release of HIA’s quarterly Renovations Monitor, Australia’s peak building industry body, HIA, said that in South Australia major renovation activity (jobs carried out by licensed builders and contractors) declined by 5.7 per cent in the December 2005 quarter to $41 million.

HIA’s Executive Director, South Australia, Mr Robert Harding, said that 2005 had been a good year for major renovations, despite the weaker end to the year.

“Spending on major

renovations in SA eased by all of 0.3 per cent in 2005. For Australia, major renovations expenditure was down by 9 per cent so SA clearly outperformed last year,” Mr Harding said.

“This year will be one marked by relatively stable house prices and lower growth in household debt. Hence major renovation expenditure will not match the levels seen during the boom, although spending shouldn’t fall

significantly further either,” he added.

“The allure and appeal of major renovation work has not all of a sudden lost its way, despite the pull-back in spending at the end of last year.”

“We are, however, in a period where households are not prepared to come to the party to quite the extent evident during the house price boom.”

“In this kind of environment we are probably in for a period

of 12 to 18 months where major renovations expenditure is a little softer than it was.”

ROXBY DOWNS...16 Curdimurka Street ideal for family living

Immaculate family home at 16 Curdimurka Street On offer for sale is this immaculately looked after and loved 3 bedroom family home.

All bedrooms are of good size with BIR’s and a central 3 way bathroom to all bedrooms. Semiformal living with open plan dining and kitchen.

All rooms are service by evaporative airconditioning and also has refrigerated air-con to the lounge room and main bedroom.

From the dining room step down to a semi-enclosed outdoor paved entertainment area with garden feature and in-ground pool.

This home would suit the family who enjoys the outdoors.

Sales consultant at Lin Andrews on 86712000 or 0400980338

89 PIONEER DRIVE

3 Bedroom, securely leased home, roller shutters, outdoor entertaining area. More details to come.

CT UNDER CONTRA 285,000 87 STUART ROAD

3 Bedroom family home, BIR’s, semi-formal lounge, large eat-in/dining kitchen, dishwasher, outdoor entertaining area, large shed, above ground pool. This home needs some cosmetic work and has been priced accordingly.

CT UNDER CONTRA

$270,000

24 PINE CRESCENT SOLD WITHIN 24 HOURS

Beautifully presented 3 bedroom family home with BIR’s, open plan living, dining, family and a modern kitchen with dishwasher. All rooms are serviced by evap aircon with a gas wall furnace, central modern bathroom, large paved T A C in-ground T Rpond, outdoor swimming O Narea, R C E20x30 D entertainment U NLage pool. powered shed for the big man in your life.

28 PINE CRESCENT

SOLD WITHIN MINUTES

3 bedroom modern home, BIR’s, 2 way bathroom, ducted evap cooling, split system aircon in loungeroom and master bedroom, open plan living, above ground pool, outdoor entertaining area.

CT UNDER CONTRA 1 SANTALUM WAY

SOLD WITHIN MINUTES 3 bedroom family home with BIR’s. Open plan living with a brand new Cobb and Co kitchen with stainless steel appliances, genuine slate flooring in living area, new carpets in bedrooms, automatic roller shutters to front of house, all weathered gable entertainment area, beautiful garden and lawns. Huge powered shed.

CT UNDER CONTRA 107 STUART ROAD

SOLD WITHIN 24 HOURS 3 bedrooms - main with WIR and BIR’s in all others, ducted evap. cooling, split system airconditioner, roller shuters to exterior windows as a bonus. Enjoy the modern kitchen with the luxury of a walk in pantry and dishwasher, paved entertainment area, huge shed and even a cubby house for the children.

CT UNDER CONTRA

LOT 553 Andamooka Ä Cut Above the Rest”

Home and Land Packages in Adelaide Investment Homes with “turnkey” finish Finance available.

For info pack ring or sms 0402 123 345 or email: business2000@iprimus.com.au

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Rental potential $360$370 per week.

For further information, please contact Lorraine Aubery,

www.themonitor.com.au

4 Bdrm family home. This property offers open plan living, kitchen/dining. Timber floating floors, timber look kitchen with breakfast bar & ample cupboard space. Wall oven unit with gas hotplates. Stunning recently renovated bathrm & luxurious spa. All rooms serviced by air/con. Semi protected outdoor entertaining area adjacent to dining area. Outside features separate studio room, could be utilised as teenage retreat/5th bedroom with air/con & huge shed.1 x 5000 & 1 x 1000 gallon water tanks.

Rental potential of approximately $180 per week.

$168,950

LORRAINE AUBREY 8671 2000 or www.linandrews.com.au

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CLASSIFIEDS ACCOMMODATION WANTED

POSITIONS VACANT

POSITIONS VACANT

WANTED - Room to rent or small site for caravan. 50 year old town worker.

0427800157

SELL BUY & RENT

CAREER OPPORTUNITY Building Supervisors

FOR SALE

Generous Remuneration Package

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Cavalier Camper Trailer – 7x4 trailer.

Fold out tent with double bed, zip off annex, will sleep 4 easily. 12 Months registration is included for purchaser. $3000 Negotiable offers will be considered. Phone 0417855681

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High profile organisation

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Supportive team environment

Chandler Macleod Limited – is our nation’s second largest Recruitment and HR Services organisation with a network of 75 offices across Australia and New Zealand.

Our branch at Olympic Dam with our building partner are recruiting Building Supervisors to support its long-term agreement it has with the massive mining and minerals processing operation at Olympic Dam.

HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION

in the Outback’s fastestgrowing community newspaper!

Recent staff movements have created the opportunity to bring several new supervisors into our company. It is necessary for the successful candidates to have a trade background with at least 5-10 years building experience.

Supervision background would be advantageous to the candidate.

Book your holiday on Yorke Peninsula now.! March and Easter Long weekends available.www.countrygetaways.info or phone 88322623

Accommodation & Company vehicles would be made available for successful candidates. If you believe you have what it takes to become a leader in this building organisation, then please forward an expression of interest.

HOUSE FOR SALE

For more information please contact Justin Webb Ph: (08) 8671 2733 Fax: (08) 8671 1839 Email: justin.webb@chandlermacleod.com

HOUSE FOR SALE ANDAMOOKA Very spacious and very presentable home.

Ducted air-con. Large games/dining room/bar. Large open lounge/kitchen.

Workshop/patio area. Huge carport.

Good rent potential. $125,000. Phone 8672 7395

Ph Stacy 8671 2683

All enquiries will be handled in strictest confidence

Field Officer Roxby Downs

Church Times 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

Looking for a new career?

Are you interested in making a positive difference to the skills shortage in your community?

Do you enjoy working with young People?

Want a job working for a dynamic progressive company?

Have you got proven OHS&W skills and a sound understanding of the Roxby Downs environment?

Do flexible working hours and diversity in work appeal to you?

Do you have a Certificate IV in Workplace Assessor and Training?

Then this is the job for you!

PRECINCT/T OURISM PRECINCT/TOURISM CO-ORDINATOR

The Roxby Downs Cultural and Leisure Precinct is seeking a highly motivated and experienced person to undertake the exciting development and supervision of its varied tourism and facility activities at the Cultural Precinct.

The successful applicant will have broad tourism experience with excellent interpersonal, customer service and organisational skills. Staff supervision and training experience considered highly desirable. Flexibility in working hours is a pre-requisite as the position requires regular weekend, public holiday and out-of-hours function work.

Written applications should be marked ‘Confidential’ and addressed to: Karyn Biggs - Manager Roxby Downs Cultural & Leisure Precinct Richardson Place Roxby Downs, SA, 5725 Applications close Friday, 7 April 2006.

Senior staff wanted at Roxby Takeaway.

Experience a must but not essential.

Please phone 8671 0320.

Position Vacant Smiths Transport

Olympic Dam / Roxby Downs Depot

NEW CLASSIFIED PRICES FREE...‘For sale’ to the value of $50 or ‘to give away’ classifieds are FREE for the first 25 words and $5 for every extra 20 words in 10pt Arial.

GENERAL...General classifieds are $8 for the first 20 words and $5 for every extra 10 words or part thereof. $12 for the first 25 words in 11pt Arial. $8 for every extra 20 words. $15 for the first 25 words in 12pt Arial. $11 for every extra 20 words. $2 for every line of bold text up to five words. $5 for a 2pt box around your advert. $22 for a photo one column wide, to a depth of 5cm.

Above Award wages for the right person, a company car & mobile phone provided.

Please send a letter of Application and resume addressed to: Ms Shelley Jonker Deputy General Manager Career Employment Group Head Office PO Box 490, WHYALLA SA 5600 General Enquiries to Ms Megan Rotherham-Executive Assistant Phone: 8645 3033 Applications close 4.00pm Thursday 6th April 2006.

PUBLIC NOTICES

A detailed position description can be obtained by contacting the Precinct on (08) 8671 2001.

Andamooka Community Church Sunday 2pm Desert Springs Church Sunday 10.00am at the Roxby Downs TAFE College.

Career Employment Group is looking for a motivated self-starter to work closely with your local Schools, New Apprentices, Trainees and Employers.

Smiths Transport require a Driver/Yard Hand.

ROXBY LAWN LAWN ROXBY MOWING SERVICE SERVICE MOWING by da gswilldoit.com

Specialising in domestic Lawnmowing and yard maintenance Phone 8671 0626 or 0427 399 706 call “Dags” Just look for the man in the big hat!

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

TRANSPORT / REMOVALS

Must have MR Truck Licence and Forklift Ticket.

Enquiries to be directed to Peter.

Telephone 8671 0344

photo you like?

Have you seen a Order it now by calling Stacy on 8671 2683

PUBLIC NOTICES

Annual General Meeting

Hi! I’ve just moved in to the Arid Recovery Reserve!

5 April 2006 - 7.30pm Roxby Downs TAFE

Refreshments provided Find out what we’ve been up to in 2005 and how you can help!

All committee positions open for 2006 Get involved in this award winning conservation project!

Enquiries phone 8671 8282 All welcome!

Pt Pirie & Adelaide Depots

You can join on the night.

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

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

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Celebrate your child’s birthday in your community newspaper!

Just phone 8671 2683.

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SPORT SPORT Senior Tennis Elimination Final: Flatheads 12 sets, 89 games defeated Ball Hogs 6 sets, 62 games.

Qualifying Final: Swordfish 12 sets, 92 games defeaed Squids 6 sets, 69 games.

Ball Hogs are eliminated, while Swordfish go straight through to the Grand Final, with Flatheads to meet Squids in the Preliminary Final on Saturday, March 25, for the right to challenge Swordfish for the premiership.

Junior Tennis Results, March 24/25 Division 2 Friday Night D Kenny 4 defeated Thomson 2, G Greenfield 4 defeated E Greenfield 3, B Evans 4 defeated A Ryan 0, M Harper 4 defeated J Daly 3, J Lange 4 defeated F Crafter-King 1.

Girls Friday Night Singles: M Evans 4 defeated C Dalgleish 2, S Vanlaarhoven 3 defeated O Jansen 1, D Kenny 4 defeated E K Ross 2.

Doubles: M Evans & C Dalgleish 4 defeated S Vanlaarhoven & O Jansen 0.

Boys Teams Semi-Final Roddicks 5 Sets, 23 games d Hewitts 1 set, 7 games.

Doubles: N Fernandez & V Buza 4 d T Hombsch & J Kenny 0, E Sach & T Harbridge 4 d J Dear & R White 1.

Singles: N Fernandez 4 d T Hombsch 2, V Buza 4 d J Kenny 0, J Dear 4 d E Sach 3, T Harbridge 4 d R White 0.

Junior Tennis Results March 17/18 Division 2 Friday Night N Thomson 4 defeated J Daly 2, E Greenfield 4 defeated G White 2, D Kenny 4 defeated B Evans 0, A Ryan 4 defeated G Greenfield 1, J Lange 4 defeated M Harper 2.

Girls Friday Night Singles: G Shields 4 defeated C Dalgleish 3, E Daly 4 defeated M Evans 2, C Lange 4 defeated E K Ross 0.

Doubles: M Evans & E Daly 4 defeated C Lange & E K Ross 3, D Kenny & N Thomson 4 defeated G Shields & C Dalgleish 3.

Boys Teams Elimination Final

Flames 31 defeated Capitals 22 (C Lange 10) (J Langdon-Oats 12) Hewitts 7 sets, 28 games defeated Federers 0 sets, 10 games.Doubles: T Hombsch & J Kenny 4 defeated N Hombsch & J Hombsch 1, J Dear & R White 4 defeated T Hancock-Inglis & J Christall 1.

Singles: T Hombsch 4 defeated N Hombsch 3, J Kenny 4 defeated J Hombsch 3, J Dear 4 defeated T Hancock-Inglis 0, R White 4 defeated J Christall 1, R White 4 defeated T Schott 1.

Qualifying Final Rafters 4 sets, 21 games defeated Roddicks 3 sets, 16 games.

Doubles: R Hamblin & J Thomson 4 defeated N Fernandez & V Buza 0, E Sach & T Hill 4 defeated S Allen & L Ryan 3.

Singles: N Fernandez 4 defeated R Hamblin 2, V Buza 4 defeated J Thomson 0, S Allen 4 defeated E Sach 0, L Ryan 4 defeated T Hill 2, N Mahoney 4 defeated D Kenny 2.

Junior Basketball Prelim

Finals Results: March 24/25 U/12 Girls Flames 30 defeated Lightning 29 (C Lange 20) (N Trewartha 23) Rangers 38 defeated Capitals 10 (M Rhodes 22) (J Langdon-Oats 6).

U/12 Boys Kings 40 defeated Razorbacks 18 (J Thomson 26) (C Rontaunay 8) Bullets 40 defeated Crocs 8 (J Dear 24) (J Whittaker 4).

U/14 Girls Capitals 21 defeated Flames 16 (E McCarthy 12) (B Dear 14) Rangers 38 defeated Lightning 29 (A Roberts 30) (T Mansell 15).

U/14 Boys Razorbacks 42 defeated Hawks33(JHombsch28) (B Kelly11) Pirates 41 defeated Hawks 33 (JKenny20)(THombsch11) U/16 Boys Lakers 64 defeated Wizards 33 (T Paull 33) (B Gerrity 13).

U/16 Girls Breakers 57 defeated Flames 7 (A Roberts 17) (E Richards 4).

Andamooka Opal Showroom Post Office and Motel

Behind the Famous Bottle House Opal Creek Boulevard, Andamooka OPEN 7 DAYS and after hours by appointment Ph: (08) 8672 7007 • Fax: (08) 8672 7062 www.andamookaopal.com.au Email: peter@andamooka.au.com THE MONITOR - Your Community Newspaper

Junior Basketball Results: March 18 U/12 Girls Rangers 20 drew Lightning 20 (M Rhodes 18) (N Trewartha 10).

U/12 Boys Razorbacks 38 defeated Pirates 11 (L Ryan 20) (C Haugum 9).

Kings 56 defeated Tigers 20 (J Thomson 42) (B Munn 10).

Bullets 32 defeated Crocs 27 (J Dear 14) (T Hill 18).

U/14 Girls Lightning 49 defeated Suns 8 (T Mansell 23) (A Rasheed 4).

Flames 31 defeated Breakers 22 (B Dear 18) (P Elson 9) Rangers 47 defeated Capitals 15 (A Roberts 31) (R Rohrlach 6).

U/14 Boys Razorbacks 44 defeated Kings 40 (J Hombsch 34) (K Lynch 12).

Pirates 38 defeated Hawks 38 (J Kenny 21) (B Gerrity 26).

U/16 Boys Bullets 47 defeated Lakers 45 (T Chesson 19) (T Paull 30).

Wizards 50 defeated Raptors 40 (M Barrand 22) (K Zeptner 27).

U/16 Girls Breakers 49 defeated Flames 14 (B Allen 14) (H Cockshell 10).

Volleyball results Monday, March 20.

A Grade: Phoenix defeated Volleyroos 3-0 (75-0) forfeit Prophets defeated Benders 3-0 (87-60), Claire Munyard.

B Grade: Block It defeated Tigers 3-1 (99-93), Daryl Slade, Hornridge defeated Apprentices 4-0 (10063), C. Hilliar.

Roxby Downs Leisure Centre

2006 April April 22 - 23, Sat-Sun. Beltana Gymkhana and Picnic Races.

April 1, Saturday Roxby Downs Junior Tennis Grand Final.

ABOVE...Nigel Burton (Wanderers) lunges out to take the ball away from Claire Horsley (Spankees).

April 1-8 Pura Milk Light Start Masters Games.

Port Pirie. For details phone 1800 000 424 April 6-9 Outback Fringe Festival. Rocby Downs, Woomera & Andamooka.

Phone the Cultural Precinct 8671 2001 for details.

The Roxby Downs Bowling Club will be holding it’s AGM on the 10th of April commencing at 8pm.

April 14-30 Flinders Ranges National Park Autumn Events. flinders Ranges National Park Wilpena. Phone National Parks on 8648 0049 for more details.

ABOVE...Michelle Watson (no.5 Flames) keeps the ball away from Denise Trewartha (no.15 devils).

WIN“A RIVER RENDEZVOUS” A GETAWAY ON THE QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY LONG WEEKEND ABOARD THE MURRAY RIVER QUEEN

∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

The Promoter is: Waikerie Murray River Queen Leonard Norman Drive, Check in Saturday 10 June at 11am Waikerie Riverfront SA 5330 2 nights accommodation in a Top Deck State Room Spa Suite June long weekend - 10, 11, 12 June

Hot breakfast for 2 people each morning on our on board cafe overlooking the river Complimentary bottle of wine to enjoy when dining in River Run Cafe on board the MURRAY RIVER QUEEN Sunday evening 2 tickets for a Magnificant 5 hour Murray River Lunch Cruise (includes sparkling wine and hors doeuvres on arrival, 3 course meal and live entertainment) Late check out on Monday 12 June - the Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday Accommodation $320

∗ Cruise $150 ∗ Breakfast $58 ∗ Wine $20

Name: _______________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ ______________________________ Phone: ________________ Conditions of entry: Travel only Queen’s Birthday Weekend 2006. Prize is non-transferable or redeemable for cash. Prize does not include personal expenses. Post your entry to River Rendevous Competition, PO Box 72, Roxby Downs, SA, 5725 or drop into the entry box at the front office at The Monitor in the Council Chambers, Richardson Place, Roxby Downs. Competition commences on March 16 and closes on May 5, 2006 and will be drawn at The Monitor office, Richardson Place, Roxby Downs at 5pm on this day, the winner will be informed by phone. Total prize value is $548.00. Winner will be published in May 11 edition of The Monitor Newspaper. “SA Lic. No T06/899“

April 14-16 Easter Craft Fair. Quorn Town Hall.

Phone Marie Zanet on 8648 6050 or email zanetgm@bigpond.com for more details.

April 21-23 Port Augusta Country Music Festival,.

Port Augusta.

April 21-30. Taste of the Outback. Across the Flinders Ranges from Arkaroola to Wirrabara.

Details at www.tastesofttheoutback.com

April 22, Saturday Rhythms & Wool Bales.

Glenroy Estate Carrieton.

Phone Susan 0427 581 302 for more info.

April 22, Saturday Marla Races & Gymhkana.

Marla. Phone Allan Fennel 8670 7930 or email lambina@bigpond.com for details.

May May 1, Monday Training for netballers starts, first game is on Saturday May 6 Registration forms for netballers intending to play this year are available from SportsPower, the Roxby Downs Area School and the Leisure and Cultural Precinct. The only collection point is SportsPower Roxby Downs Motor X Club inc. start of season, Saturday March 18.

Gates open at 9am. member sign up & social ride. Membership plus track key, family $80, single $50. BBQ & refreshments all afternoon. All enquiries contact Derek on 0439710434

Leisure Centre WANTED Gym/Aerobic Instructors Please send resumes (including qualifications and certificates) to: Karyn Biggs, Manager, Roxby Downs Cultural and Leisure Precinct, Box 98, Roxby Downs, SA, 5725 Advance Notices NIPPY GYM New schedule commencing in term 2 – 1 st May 2006.

Mondays and Thursdays.

Please collect new timetable and activity schedule from the Cultural and Leisure Precinct or by phoning 8671 2001.

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENCE Commencing Tuesday 9 th May 2006 Day and evening classes available.

Application forms and further information available from the Cultural and Leisure Precinct or by phoning 8671 0500 BODY CHALLENGE 2006 Commencing Monday 15 th May 2006 Watch this space for further information!

Enquiries, please phone: 8671 0500

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Shotokan Karate Club kicks up for grading

Toby Field and Deanne Hancock during a training session before the grading starts.

Wanderers take out three in a row

Fabian DoSantos during his Yellow Belt grading session.

The Roxby Downs Shotokan Karate Club had its first grading session under their new affiliation with SKIA (Shotokan Karate International Australia) on Sunday March 12 2006.

The grading was conducted by Sensei Malcolm Kadow who traveled up from Adelaide for the weekend. After conducting a training session on Saturday, the participating students returned on Sunday ready to put all their hard training to the test.

Although there were some obvious nerves, all students passed. Congratulations to everyone. For more details about your local Karate Club, please contact Tracy Fouet on 0400894429.

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Wanderers 7/141 defeated Olympic Dam 7/139.

The grand final of the Roxby Downs Cricket Association was played on Saturday, March 25, in near perfect conditions at the Roxby Downs Oval between reigning champions Wanderers and minor premiers, Olympic Dam. The Olympic Dam “Devils� batted first and were quickly in trouble, slumping to 7/49, with none of the top six reaching double figures.

However, Greg Roberts (70) and Chris Nicholls (25) steadied the ship for OD and put together a very solid partnership which allowed the side to finish with 139 runs on the board.

For Wanderers, the pick of the bowlers was Garry Briggs, who took three wickets for 17 runs and he was ably supported

by Damian Smith (2/32).

Chasing 139 should not have been a problem for the full strength Wanderers line-up which batted all the way down the order but some solid bowling from OD guaranteed an exciting finish.

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