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“What I see right here, right now are people who care.

“The survivors thank you for that, the carers thank you for that, and I salute you for that.”

Steven Edwards, Chairman of the Roxby Downs Relay for Life Committee at Saturday’s opening.

Volume 4, Thursday October 16th, 2008

Over $64,500 raised in Roxby’s first Relay for Life I

n a first for Roxby Downs, over 200 people representing 17 teams came together to raise the magnificent sum of $64,500 to help in the fight against cancer.

In an emotion charged 19 hours of commitment and caring, chairman of the local Reay for Life Committee Mr. Steven Edwards said at the start, “What I see right here, right now are people who care.

“The survivors thank you for that, the carers thank you for that and I salute you for that.”

To begin the inaugural relay around the Roxby Downs oval Mr. Edwards invited 14 local survivors and their carers to lead the first lap, and whilst it was a heart wrenching start the emphasis for much of the day was to have fun. The high spirits of each team camped around the oval was infectious as they played many a prank on each other and generally had a great time. Another emotional part of the evening was the ceremony that saw the lighting of the “candles of hope” and the signing of a table cloth by people who remembered loved ones lost to cancer.

The success of Roxby’s first Relay for Life was outstanding as it brought together all sections of the community and raised the magnificent total of $64,500.

Pictured are Steven and Helen Edwards, the people behind last weekend’s success. Helen is a cancer survivor of 10 years and is president of the Red Sands Roxby Downs Cancer Council and her main carer and supporter is husband

See a full coverage of the event that surpassed everyone’s expectations on pages 10 and 11

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Mental Health Week and us A number of years ago my brother in law was diagnosed with cancer. But I remember him saying that his biggest battle was to try and get his head around the word Cancer! Dave said he went to great lengths to find the right doctors to begin his fight WITH cancer, but it was the word that kept ringing away in his head.

Dave said, “Once I came to terms with the word cancer and what it meant, I was on my way to fighting the disease!”

One of my elder brothers also developed cancer and it was a cancer that surgeons said was directly related to smoking. I also remember my brother saying that getting cancer was bad enough. But what affected him the most was the way some people treated him after he had been diagnosed.

Before he was diagnosed with cancer there was never an issue of meeting, talking and having fun with friends.

Last week was Mental Health Week, and in many respects, those who suffer from some kind of mental health issue would relate to the words of my brother in law and brother. I say that because even though mankind has surged forward with all sorts of wonderful progress and technology, we still live in an age where the

words ‘mental illness’ freaks people out.

There is still this secretive whisper and stigma towards those who suffer from mental illness. Rather than come to terms with the fact that mental illness is very much a part of everyday life, and a condition that can affect anyone at anytime, mental illness still maintains a kind of social stigma to it.

Startling statistics tell us that in any one year; one in five Australians will experience a mental health issue of some sort. I reckon most of us do through footy season time but such statistics encompasses everything from low level anxiety and depressive disorders to severe and enduring mental illnesses such as depression, schizophrenia, bipolar, psychosis, personality and eating disorders.

Yep! Personality and eating disorders are mental health issues! And they are common!

Mental Health Week is an annual event that aims to create community awareness of mental health issues. It’s also a week that will help us to remember those who often suffer alone or in silence because of possible repercussions or rejection.

I lived in Sydney back in the mid eighties and my saxophone teacher at the time had a family member who suffered from

depression. I remember how debilitating it was for the whole family, let alone for the individual.

I also have many memories of sitting with people who were suffering from mental health issues and I can remember countless occasions where I have sat with the families of those who suffered mental health issues. The pain and frustration was always massive.

So if there was just one thing we all learnt through Mental Health Week, I hope it was to become more assertive in our support or understanding to those who suffer from mental health issues, or to their families. Support and understanding is often all we can do for someone but it is a priceless gift that costs us nothing.

The unknown can often be scary for all of us which is probably why my brother in law struggled with the word cancer. It’s also the probable reason why some of my brother’s friends and acquaintances stood back from him after he had been diagnosed with cancer.

So! Keep in mind that we can all be a ray of sunshine to someone, especially if that someone is hurting. We can also be a positive influence in the lives of others, especially when being positive has become way too hard for them. Even a smile at the right time can enhance a person’s day and give hope for tomorrow.

Take time to look out for yourself…but don’t forget to take time to look out for those around you.

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Wildlife featured in new art show

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she takes around her home town of Quorn or others from her travels around the state and interstate.

“A whole new world opened up for me back then – I could photograph and paint the wildlife I love.”

In her work Liz expresses the feelings for the world around her and her love of birds, animals and nature are very evident in many of her pieces.

She explained to the Monitor the eyes of the animals she paints are the most important features and her beautiful drawings and paintings reflect the spirit of some magnificent wildlife.

or years Elizabeth Collins has had a burning desire to discover her artistic abilities.

Five years ago, after meeting her husband John and with his encouragement along with a gift of a digital camera and some art supplies Liz discovered a latent talent.

You will be able to enjoy her art work at the Roxby Downs Art Gallery from this week until the end of October and witness the very fine detail of her work in pastel, ink, watercolour and gouache mediums.

Liz will also exhibit many of the wonderful photographs

For this richly talented artist, the Roxby exhibition is her first solo showing.

“My step daughter Sarah, who works in Roxby arranged this opportunity for me and I can’t thank her enough,” said Liz who has been working hard since May, putting together enough pieces to make up this exhibition.

Some of her very intricate work takes up to 40 hours to complete, and being a wife, mum and sports taxi, art is still very much a hobby.

Most of the works forming the exhibition are on sale and will be on display until the end of the month.

Unless you know the recipe, delicious international cuisine often eludes the cooks of Australian Households. The Monitor aims to bring to the kitchens of locals a vast array of scrumptious international dishes for all occasions. Explore the delicious tastes of the world as we bring to you a range of recipes anyone can whip up in no time.

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Put the diced beef into a food processor and

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Crush fresh garlic, onion, dried or powder garlic, white pepper, salt and sugar in a mortar until blended well. Then add the mix to the diced beef.

Turn on the food processor until it’s blended well.

Mix tapioca starch, baking powder, water and egg with a whisk. Add this mix in the food processor until it is mixed well and smooth like paste.

This dough needs to be kept in fridge for about 4 hours or more (I prefer over night) With 2 spoons make it a ball and put into the boiling water. Finish it all until all the meatballs are floating.

Then drain it. It is ready to serve or if you want to use it at another time, keep it in the fridge.

Serve

These meatballs can be served as a soup or with sweet soy sauce, tomato sauce and chilli paste.

Liz Collins pictured above preparing her first solo exhibition at the Roxby Downs’ Art Gallery.

International flavours in new recipe section This week sees the launch of our first recipe section in The Monitor and we hope you enjoy trying them.

Called International Favourites, the recipes feature family favourites from some of Roxby’s 52 nationalities.

Among the favourites there will be more traditional dishes, but then there are some scrumptious variations. Naturally there will be Australian dishes as

well and it is a great opportunity for you to try out international cuisine in your own kitchen.

If you would like to add your family favourite to our Roxby Recipe Collection please give Sol Pizanez a call on 8671 2683.

At the end of 12 months you will have a collection of 52 recipes that are sure to please in your home.

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Stargazing in Woomera is a tourist attraction

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love of the solar system and an unbridled enthusiasm to attract tourism to Woomera is what has driven Frank Woolfe to establish one of the best privately run observatories in the country.

The observatory dome and function centre have been open for the past 18 months and are a must see in Woomera.

Australian and international visitors are flocking to centre on its opening nights and Frank and his helpers are overwhelmed by the numbers includ-

The observatory dome wich was erected by Frank Woolfe

ing a recent weekend session when 40 visitors went through the dome in one evening.

Frank told the Monitor it was his dream of establishing an observatory after looking at the stars from his backyard.

“Ever since I moved to Woomera and stood out in the back yard one night with a pair of binoculars and started looking around, I thought, gee, wouldn’t it be nice to have a telescope. I bought my own telescope and it slowly progressed into this.

“It took about 18 months writing a business plan and presenting that to the South Australian Tourism Commission and I was actually lucky enough to receive $22,500 funding out of them for the project and also funding came from the Woomera Board and the Department of Defence in the way of civil works, not monetary, to get the building up to scratch.

“This was a vacant kindergarten and hadn’t been used, and the last tenants were the scouts and guides. Built in ’64 the old building basically had been vacant since about 2000,” said Frank.

“When I was looking around for a site I thought this would be the spot because it is a relatively dark sky area, there’s car parking, there’s amenities and with a little bit of work we could get it up and make it look something decent - make it look a bit of a showpiece, which we’ve done.”

The observatory was opened in time for the Easter weekend celebrations for

Woomera’s 60th anniversary in 2007 and has been popular ever since.

But this old kindergarten and former scout hall is now a fully licensed function centre able to entertain large groups.

“We try to open three times a week on Tuesday, Thursdays and every second Saturday but being a volunteer I like to have some time at home.”

There are times when the moon is above the area when there is no point in opening as everything else in the solar system is behind the moon and cannot been seen clearly.

“We are catering predominantly to the tourist trade here and that’s want I ideally wanted to do. It’s amazing how people will stay back that one night or two nights, they’ve enjoyed it that much they can come to a show on two nights - on Tuesday then look around the area, whiz up to Roxby, come back down and stay that extra night and come again on the Thursday.

“It’s worked really, really well as far as I am concerned, keeping people in the town that couple of extra nights and it has been proved over and over again,” said Frank proudly.

“We do a video presentation first, just explaining how our solar system was formed and how our universe was theoretically formed, and it is a bit of a presentation from the European Space agency and a lot of photos from Hubble so it gives you a fairly good understanding of what you looking at out in the dome itself.”

Frank Woolfe pictured with the 14 inch Celestron Schmidt cassegrain telescope.

In a typical night at the observatory Frank said, “We have a look at a few interesting stars, like our closest star Alpha Centauri and we will have a look at the Tarantula Nebula, which is a fairly large nebula in the southern skies, then we’ll have a look at a star cluster and then a couple of planets, then the moon, so that gives you a fairly good overview of what’s out there.”

The dome was purchased in Brisbane and built by Frank with a little bit of help here and there. That cost around $16,000 and the 14 inch Celestron Schmidt cassegrain telescope was the other major cost.

He said, “We love having functions for groups like Rotary and the schools.

It’s basically an educational facility and even if you don’t know anything about stars and the solar system, at least when you leave here you will have an understanding of what’s up there and have a bit of an idea of what you’re seeing and the difference between a star cluster and nebula.”

To say Frank Woolfe is enthusiastic about his “baby” is an understatement, but for anyone even slightly interested in the cosmos, a session with Frank will entertain and enlighten to the point where you will become a stargazer with a lot more knowledge.

Identifying grave sites at Andamooka Every now and then a person rises from the shadows to do something great; it is not always something big, and does not always make a large difference, but sometimes it is enough to move you.

Patrick Turbitt, better know as Irish Paddy from Andamooka, is one such person.

There are a number of grave sites in the Andamooka Cemetery without name plaques on their headstones, making identification quite difficult.

“I know people who go to the cemetery looking for someone but they can’t find them because there is no name on their grave,” said Patrick.

Patrick has put a lot of time and effort into raising funds to put plaques on bare graves in the hopes no one will remain nameless for long.

“All I want to do is get plaques for all the graves, out of respect,” said Patrick.

Patrick has placed donation cans around Andamooka in the hope

people will be generous enough to donate money for the plaques.

So far, people have been kind and Patrick has been able to raise funds for the naming of a few headstones, however, there are more unnamed graves that deserve the respect they are due.

Patrick recently raised enough money to put a plaque on the grave of friend Herbie Watts.

Patrick urges anyone who knows of a nameless grave and wishes to have a plaque created for it to contact him and the collection tin will be passed again.

“I just want to thank everyone for their kind donations and I hope people can keep giving.”

Keep an eye out for the donation tins around Andamooka and give generously to allow the deceased the honour of being remembered for eternity.

Through kind and generous donations, Patrick has been able to ensure the names of the deceased are never forgotten.

Scootin’ to work

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here is one line the girls at Tandales Hair and Beauty will never hear, “you drive a hairdresser’s car!”

The girls have found a new trend to follow, scooters.

These fuel saving economic vehicles may not go very fast, but the girls are happy to have figured out how to look good and save money, while sharing something special as work mates.

They all have scooters as vibrant as their personalities.

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Field Naturalists regroup Reece Pedler, David Paton and Heather Springbett at the naturalists first group meeting.

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f you are interested in the environment then you will be pleased to know the Outback Field Naturalists are back by popular demand.

“The Outback Field Naturalists used to exist in Roxby from about 2002 to 2005 but enthusiasm petered out and the group disbanded,” said Heather Springbett.

The Outback Field Naturalists is a group of people who share a common interest in the natural world.

Their first meeting was on Thursday October 2, when those present enjoyed an in depth talk about the Coorong from guest speaker Professor David Paton.

The club was reformed by Heather Springbett and Reece Pedler in the hope to make a difference.

“We are trying to resurrect the Out-

back Field Naturalists and get people on board to participate in various activities and talks that we plan on holding,” said Ms Springbett.

The group aims to educate Roxby Downs’ residents about their local environment, which the group hopes to achieve through regular field trips, meetings, talks and involvement with other environmentally active groups.

If you are interested in the environment or if you want to get out and explore the Roxby Region then the Outback Field Naturalists might be the club for you.

For further information about the club and how you could get involved, contact Heather on 0449 006 755 or Reece on 0400 038 452.

Make summer fun safe

By Krystle Bower

Spring in Roxby Downs means the weather is warming up and swimming pools are great when it’s a hot day, most kids just can’t wait to get home from school and cool off.

However, with fun and play, there are rules that need to be followed to ensure your safety, so next time you or your children take a dip in the pool, make sure you apply rules to make summer fun safe.

Water sports, swimming and water play are part of our way of life. Unfortunately, many people drown or are injured in the water each year, making drowning the major cause of death for children under five.

The 2007 Australian National Drowning Report showed that in over a year there was a five per cent increase in deaths due to drowning in

Australian waterways prompting us to ask the ultimate question, why?

Many accidents happen in the home. If you have a swimming pool make sure everyone in the family learns how to swim and can apply CPR or know what to do in an emergency.

You can never entirely ‘child proof ’ your home, you can, however, significantly reduce the risk of injuries by making a few changes and keeping you child under constant supervision. There are a few simple rules you can apply to your swimming pool to make it a safer environment, make sure you supervise your children when they swim, do not allow them to run around the pool, or dive in on top of another child, and make sure they don’t forget to slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat and rap on some sun glasses.

When at a public swimming pool make sure you read the rules with your children so they understand how they are supposed to act

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“Any one participating in this program will receive a special Centenary certificate and free Swim and Survive certificate (if competency achieved),” said Jamie Ward from RLSSA. For further details on the Water Safety Program please contact Jamie Ward from RLSSA on: Telephone: 8234 9244 Email: jward@rlssa.org.au or visit the Website: www.sa.royallifesaving.com.au for an expression of interest lodgement.

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ocal talent is on the rise in Roxby Downs with Gaynor Renz being recognised for her flair as the winner of the Oktopal Fest Karaoke Idol contest.

Gaynor is an enthusiastic artist with a diverse range of musical aptitude, having performed in bands centring on genres from Jazz to Country to Underground music.

From an early age, Gaynor learnt the value of music, studying the saxophone, clarinet and guitar and eventually moved on to vocals.

“I used to be part of a band playing the Sax and providing vocals but I wanted to get into solo work because it’s always frustrating when other band members are unavailable and you miss out on gigs,” said Gaynor.

Gaynor plays a vast array of styles when performing

Monitor NEWS to the crowd, incorporating jazz with modern music and singing songs from all eras.

To win the Karaoke Idol competition, Gaynor played a Neil Diamond song entitled ‘Girl, you’ll be a woman soon’ which she introduced the saxophone to give the song a bit of an “X factor”.

“I hoped to come away from the competition with something but I didn’t think I would come first; it was an awesome feeling.

“The competition was good and there was a great atmosphere; everyone was very supportive.

“I think the locals saw me as an outsider but they were gracious enough to accept the outsider.”

Gaynor loves music and would still like to be playing when she is in her eighties but feels it is more of a hobby rather than a career at the moment.

Still, she would relish the opportunity to become a full time singer and musician, a dream many share with her.

With influences like Charlie Parker, Kasey Chambers and Shania Twain, Gaynor is sure to go far.

“When I’m on stage I feel like I never want to leave, though it sometimes takes a bit to get me up there in the first place.”

Whether she takes her singing to the next level or simply intends to remain as she is, Gaynor has had and will have a life of musical wonder.

Toddler Story Time

Gaynor Renz, winner of the Oktopal Fest Karaoke Idol competiton.

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Woomera’s well kept secrets The 60 year old town of Woomera holds many secrets, none more so than the secret testing that went on for years during the heydays of the rocket range.

But the secrets referred to here are the ones that must be exposed to the wider public.

Woomera which is seen by many as a sleepy town in the middle of nowhere couldn’t be further from the truth.

Tourists and day trippers from Roxby, Pt. Augusta and around the gulf have plenty to see and do.

Just a trip to Breen Gardens – a fully enclosed playground complete with barbecues, micro wave cooking facilities and very clean toilets would be enough for young families to spend a day or to hold major functions like a garden wedding or celebration. Then throw in one of the best collections of Australian parrots and you are assured of a wonderful day. Breen Gardens have been there for years, situated down near the oval, yet inconspicuous to most tourists.

Just knowing kids are in a very safe play area with abundant, well manicured lawns and no worries about stepping in dog droppings makes it an ideal family venue. Some disused pens on one side of Breen Park could well become the home of some of our native animals, complementing the already impressive aviary.

After a stay at the park there is the six

Marie, Library Manager, Karen Russell, Allied Health Assistant and Amy Muir, Speech pathologist of the Child Health Team enjoy every minute of the Toddler Story Time.

Children are the future which is exactly why the Roxby Downs Health Services and Community Library have put together a literacy and skills based program to help child development, entitled Toddler Story Time.

Toddler Story Time has been running for three years now and has been a fantastic success.

Originally developed by speech pathologist Manda Hollins, the program provides toddlers with a range of reading, rhyming and artistic activities to develop their skills for later in life.

Due to an increase in participation, the program has had to expand.

Toddler Story Time will now operate on Thursdays as well as Tuesdays from 9.30 to 10.30am during the school terms in the hopes smaller groups will allow greater involvement.

“We started off with about 12 people per session and

now we’re up to 40 and adding parents brings the total to 80 people,” said Allied Health Assistant Karen Russell.

“Obviously it would be more beneficial for everyone attending if it was a smaller group.”

Toddler Story Time is a free initiative that welcomes everyone to attend and is a fantastic way for new families to meet and socialise with other residents.

“We love having new people,” said Karen.

“A lot of thought has gone into the program, making sure we cover all the basic skills children will need for school like drawing, gluing and cutting and if parents aren’t doing that at home, this is a great opportunity for them to come into the library and destroy Marie’s area,” laughed Karen.

Karen attributes the success of the program to great interagency co-operation between the Community Library and Heath Services and hopes the initiative will continue well into the future.

lane bowling alley at the tourist information centre that will keep kids active for hours.

A visit to the Woomera Aquaculture Centre is also a must see. Kids will love seeing the many varieties of cold water fish, warm water tropical fish and sea fish like the adorable Nemo and a myriad of his colourful mates.

Woomera boasts a couple of museums, one at the Tourist Centre based around the rocket testing range and the other in the main centre of the town.

Anyone interested in why Woomera was established in a joint venture by the British and Australian Governments back in 1947 following the cold war with Russia - could get lost for days.

The Outback Café and the Eldo Hotel are already well known for their hospitality and while you are waiting for the sun to go down and the observatory to open there is always a good meal to be had at either place.

So Woomera is much more than the town we see from the highway. Too often most people speed past thinking what is left in the town is not worth seeing. Nothing could be further from the truth.

Woomera is one of the northern region’s best kept secrets and it really shouldn’t be.

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JOINING FORUMS

Members of the community are encouraged to join any of the forums or partnerships. If you would like to join the Arts and Culture Forum, Education and Workplace Training Forum, Family and Youth Forum, Environment Forum, Sport and Recreation Forum or Volunteering Partnership you are welcome to attend any of the meetings. Meeting times appear in the Monitor on a regular basis.

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ecause Roxby Downs is a small town often residents can be mislead into believing that nothing bad will or could happen here. People can be wrong!

Although Roxby Downs is a quiet and modest town compared to big cities, it faces simular dangers, the only difference is parents know not to let their kids run in the street in a big city, but in Roxby Downs it’s a different story.

Even though Roxby Downs doesn’t face the excessive traffic, it still has its share of bad drivers and bad drivers can make a street dangerous, running the risk of an injury or fatality.

Letting your child play in any street is a risk not worth taking, in Roxby Downs the risk is heightened by the fact that a lot of the children living here believe that every car is going to be able to stop for them.

One street in particular is Santalum Way; children play on this road daily, kicking a ball from one front yard to another, running out onto the road to collect stray

balls and riding their scooters on the road.

The problem with this is if someone turns onto Santalum Way too fast they have no way of stopping in time, because the kids play in the yards of both corner houses.

It’s only a matter of time before a child is hurt when playing in the street.

Several years ago this would have been less of an issue to be concerned about in Roxby Downs, there were less people, less cars, however, due to the expansion of the town and the mine there has been an increase of over 1000 in the population, ultimately putting more traffic on the street.

Roxby Road Safe is aware of the problem and has discussed it at a number of meetings; they are also encouraging parents to take the initiative to teach their children road safety, “Too many young people carelessly walk around without taking note of fundamental road safety issues,” said Tom Beever Family and Youth Officer.

Keeping children safe is a number one priority in most homes, so make it yours today and educate your child about how to behave when near or around a road.

Roxby Downs to run Safe Work program

Lucky winner of Road to Tamworth tickets

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ym is on the Road to Tamworth Music Festival.

Recently the Monitor held a competition in the newspaper for four tickets to the Telstra Road to Tamworth Country Music Festival.

The lucky winner was Kym McEvoy. The self confessed country music lover is ecstatic about winning the tickets and said he will be taking his wife, and both his sister and brother-in-law along.

“I thought I will just fill it in and see how it goes,” said Kym who never believed that he would win the tickets.

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professionals. oxby Downs will have its own day following events: • Focus On Safety – common safety is“We have gone further in our regional of free information sessions and program by focusing on the safety issues workshops as part of Safe Work sues and solutions relevant to mining • Contractor-Principal Relations – how Month 2008. relevant to each area. safety laws and issues affect the contracThis year’s program has a stronger regional coverage with three weeks of events outside the metropolitan area.

The Roxby Downs’ program covers Friday October 17, and will be held at the Cultural and Leisure Precinct Auditorium in Richardson Place.

Given the prominence of the mining industry there, the Roxby Downs’ program will focus on safety in that sector with the

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SafeWork SA Executive Director, Michele Patterson says the events have been tailored to meet the specific needs of employers, employees, health and safety representatives, and workplace safety

“Given the primacy of mining in Roxby Downs, we hope this day of events will be of particular help to employers, employees, contractors, and their families,” Ms Patterson says.

Full details of the program and an online booking facility are available at www. safework.sa.gov.au/sw08, or call (08) 8422 8335. All events are free.

Congratulations Roxby!

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JOHNSTON WITHERS LAWYERS are now visiting Roxby Downs each month Offering professional legal advice and representation in most areas of law including: Industrial Employment Law Workers Compensation Wills Discrimination Law &

Criminal & Trafc Law Estates & Trusts Personal Injury

Medical Negligence Family & DeFacto Conveyancing

Workplace Harassment

Commercial

Defamation

Nic Kernahan and Emma Wilkinson will next be in attendance at the ofces of Lin Andrews Real Estate, 3 Richardson Place, Roxby Downs on 12 November, 2008.

For appointments, contact us at:

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News in Brief SA leading the nation in mining investment South Australia has ranked first nationally and second internationally in the annual ResourceStocks 2008 World Risk Survey highlighting the confidence investors have to invest in the state.

South Australia’s success in this survey was described as “just reward for the investment the state has made in the resources sector”, according to Minster for Mineral Resources Development Paul Holloway.

The RescourceStock’s analysis of the World Risk Survey reported, “The one clear message that has come from the world resources risk survey is that South Australia is the best jurisdiction in this country by a significant margin.”

It is the first time Australian jurisdictions were separated into states in an effort to differentiate between those outperforming and those that were bringing the previous national ranking down.

Mr Holloway said the SA Government’s one stop approach, combined with the Innovative Plan for Accelerating Exploration (PACE) has generated record breaking growth in exploration spending and investment within the South Australian Resource sector.

Move to ban corporal punishment in schools Physical punishment of school students will be legally banned in South Australia under proposed changes to the State’s 36 year old Education Act. Public comment has been invited by Education Minister Jane Lomax-Smith on the discussion paper outlining possible changes to the Education Act 1972 and Children’s Services Act 1985.

“Corporal punishment was ceased in government schools in 1991 and a significant majority of non government schools also have prohibited the practice,” Dr Lomax-Smith says.

“However we want to make sure this practice absolutely has no place in any South Australian school now or in the future.

“South Australia remains one of only two jurisdictions where corporal punishment is still technically lawful in both government and nongovernment schools.”

Copies of the discussion paper and feedback forms are available online at www.edlawreform. sa.gov.au or by phoning (08) 8226 3825.

Upgraded Marla airstrip Marla airstrip will now be accessible 24 hours a day to emergency services, following a major upgrade.

Solar powered landing lights, sealing of the taxiway, apron and main strip as well as improvements to the access road from the Stuart Highway were part of the $228,000 upgrade.

Airstrips in the outback are vital to communities in remote area – particularly for the work of the Royal Flying Doctor Service in times of emergency.

The Marla airstrip is used regularly by the RFDS for clinic and emergency clearance from both Marla and the Indulkana community.

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Driving Offences riving allows people to traverse great distances in consider- when found travelling at 183kms along the Andamooka Road.

And only last week a major Police blitz on the Stuart Highway some ably less time than walking, however, the roads can be a distance from Port Augusta every motorist travelling north was stopped dangerous place if not used properly.

Every day, drivers are involved in some form of accident on the roads which is why laws are made to prevent serious injury and damages occurring to those who drive.

Unfortunately, some people take no heed to the rules placed on our roads for our safety and end up fined, imprisoned, injured, dead or worse, responsible for a death.

Last week a motorist was fined $520 and lost his licence for six months

for a breath test, licence and registration check as well as a quick check for road worthiness. All this in the middle of the day on a remote part of the highway and on a holiday Monday.

So it appears the police are serious about safety and will be checking closer to home more regularly.

The Monitor urges motorists to follow the road rules while driving and avoid receiving the penalties that follow.

Offence

Penalty

Speeding

$520 fine

Driving at excessive speeds (45kms over the speed limit)

1st offence - between $600-$1000 and a minimum of 6 months licence disqualification. 2nd or subsequent offence – between $700-$1200 and a minimum licence disqualification of 2 years.

Failure to produce a licence on request of police Failure to comply with assistance at the scene of an accident caused by yourself

$325 fine $2500 fine

Misuse of a motor vehicle

10 years imprisonment and minimum of 5 years licence disqualification Not a grievous injury – 4 years imprisonment and 1 year licence disqualification Subsequent offence - 6 years imprisonment and a licence disqualification of no less than 3 years. $202 fine and 3 demerit points A non aggravated offence - $1250 fine and 3 demerit points An aggravated offence – maximum of 12 months jail and at least 6 months licence disqualification A maximum of 2 years imprisonment and a licence disqualification of at least 12 months for 1st offence and 3 years for subsequent offences Maximum of 15 years imprisonment and 10 years or more licence disqualification.

An aggravated offence carries a maximum of life imprisonment Previously authorised to drive - $1250 fine.

Not previously authorised to drive - $2500 fine Up to 6 months imprisonment for a 1st offence and 2 years imprisonment for subsequent offences $750 fine $250 fine if the vehicle is a trailer A maximum of $2500 and a licence disqualification of up to 12 months $1250 fine also applies to persons promoting or organising the misuse of a motor vehicle

Throwing or dropping objects at or onto a motor vehicle, stationary or not

5 years imprisonment

Failure to wear a seatbelt (driver and passengers)

$250 fine and 3 demerit points

Driver failing to ensure passengers under 16 years old are restrained

$300 fine and 5 demerit points

Death or grievous injury due to dangerous driving Using a mobile phone while driving Driving without Due Care (Negligence) Dangerous Driving Death by Dangerous Driving Driving without a valid licence Driving while disqualified Driving an unregistered vehicle Driving an uninsured vehicle (occurs when vehicle is not registered)

Calls for non-potable water The Murray Darling Basin says BHP Billiton’s proposed desalination plant near Whyalla would be more energy efficient if it only produced nonpotable water.

MDBA general manger, Mr Ray Najar said most of the water from the plant would be used for the proposed expansion of the Olympic Dam mine and it would make more sense to use nontable water despite the call from residents near Whyalla calling for drinking quality water from the plant.

“The amount of energy they would use to produce the water quality they need would be much lower that producing potable water,” said Mr Najar.

He said it would be more energy efficient to set up smaller plants to further process the water, if drinking water is needed.

The association has re-affirmed its support for the desalination plant, saying it will ease the burden on the River Murray and the Great Artesian Basin.

$2M safety fence for Port Wakefield Thousands of motorists will benefit from a new wire rope safety fence being installed along the centre of a busy section of the Port Wakefield Road, which carries more than 6,500 vehicles every day.

Work began on site in September and the 1.7 kilometre fence south of Port Wakefield is expected to be completed in December.

According to Road Safety Minister Carmel Zollo this innovative safety treatment is already being used overseas and there’s clear evidence it has a dramatic effect in reducing the impact of crashes.

This is the first time a wire rope fence has been constructed along the median to prevent vehicles crossing into oncoming traffic.

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Have you prepared your pets for the heat?

By Krystle Bower

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armer seasons are the perfect time to take your pet outdoors to play and exercise, but you are not the only one who is uncomfortable when temperatures and humidity rise.

Heat poses a number of dangers to your pet, particularly the ones that are not cared for correctly.

There are some top tips to help pet owners keep their animal friends safe during the hot season.

It is obvious you shouldn’t leave your pet in the car, even with the windows cracked, the temperature in a car can reach 120 degrees in only a matter of minutes and your pet can ultimately suffer permanent brain damage or even die from heatstroke. Although you can not be charged for leaving a dog in a car, you can be charged for harmful neglect if something happens to the dog.

“It only takes six minutes for a dog to die from heatstroke in a car, even if you are just running in to get a paper, it’s too long,” said Aimee McKay from RSPCA.

There is a good chance you didn’t know that your pet can get sunburn; pets with light-coloured noses or light-coloured fur are particularly vulnerable so use sunscreen on its nose and ear tips.

Make sure your pets have plenty of water and shade while they are outdoors, so they can stay cool, a plastic seashell filled with water makes a perfect pool for your pet to cool off in.

“When its hot put out two water dishes for your pet because sometimes clumsy pets will knock one over,” said Aimee McKay from RSPCA. If you take your pets on regular walks, make sure you take them in the morning or the evening on extremely hot days, be aware that the ground can get very hot and can burn your pet’s paws.

Regularly check your pet for fleas and ticks, only use flea and tick treatments recommended by your veterinarian.

In addition ask your veterinarian if your pet requires heartworm prevention medications.

Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes and can be fatal in both dogs and cats.

Don’t forget that your pet needs to be wearing a collar and a current identification tag at all

times in case they ever get lost.

Remember that your pet needs to be cared for as much as any human does, so don’t disregard their needs, heat is not a friend to anyone, don’t let your loving family pet be affected by it, take action today.

Gixx enjoyes the comfort of the shade in his kennal.

BHP-Rio merger could create $10bn bonus, says BHP The Australian newspaper last week reported that BHP Billiton’s $US100 billion ($139 billion) bid to create a super miner with Rio Tinto would lead to a boost in the nation’s annual iron ore exports by 70 million tonnes above where they would otherwise be from 2015, the miner says.

The plans, are part of a preliminary merger document lodged in the US, were the first solid indication of BHP’s intended output if it were successful with the merger and would mean up to an extra $10 billion of Australian iron ore sales a year at current prices, the report stated.

Rio Tinto’s easier-expanded Pilbara iron

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ore operations are at the centre of BHP’s bid, with no plans to boost production in any other commodity as a consequence of the bid given.

A merged BHP-Rio would produce about 710 million tonnes of iron ore a year from the 2015 financial year, up 11 per cent on the two mining giants’ separate plans, which would see total production at 640 million tonnes a year.

Rio’s view is that it would have those expansion options without BHP and maintains that BHP needs to boost its 3.4-forone all-scrip offer if it wants access to Rio’s reserves and less constrained ports.

The bid has been cleared by US and

Australian competition regulators but still needs approval from EU, Canadian and South African watchdogs.

The all-important approval, or otherwise, from the European Commission is due by January 15.

BHP also indicated it was not in a position to give a cost estimate for its massive Olympic Dam expansion when it updates the status of its plans at a site visit this month. “Olympic Dam is a relatively complex ore body, so there remains uncertainty about the size, cost, timing and eventual configuration of the expansion,” the company said in the 260-page preliminary prospectus.

Invite persons, both male and female, who are interested in commencing an apprenticeship in January 2009, to register their interest by forwarding a cover letter and resume to C.E.G at PO Box 50, Roxby Downs, 5725.

To be received no later than Friday, October 24th 2008

Apprenticeships will be available in the following trades:

Fitter Boilermaker Electrical Auto electrical Instrumentation All applicants selected will undergo aptitude testing and an interview to determine trade suitability.

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An open letter to the Roxby Downs Community and Big Sky Members Financial Market Instability Instability in financial markets is currently receiving a high level of coverage in the media. We are all concerned about the impacts on our superannuation and direct shares, if we have them.

Overall I have been impressed by the quality of media reporting of the turmoil in global credit markets. However it is disappointing when one or two uninformed journalists let their media colleagues down and mislead the public, stating that credit unions are small relative to banks and therefore outside of the Australian banking system and regulatory framework.

What nonsense!

Strong Regulatory Framework

Focus on Members and the Roxby Downs Community While major banks are busy concentrating on mergers and shareholder dividends, I am delighted to confirm that Big Sky’s focus remains on you – our members, and the Roxby Downs Community.

Whilst on the subject of community, it gives the team at Big Sky enormous satisfaction to be supporting communities where our members work and live. Community banking is a part of our continued support, which includes the establishment of community foundations to support local organisations and events.

Invest with Confidence

As an Authorised Deposit-taking Institution (ADI) Big Sky operates under the same strong regulatory framework as banks under the Commonwealth Banking Act 1959. The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) applies very strict prudential standards on all credit unions, building societies and banks for capital, liquidity and credit risk. There is no difference, in a regulatory sense, between a bank and Big Sky.

Strong and Prudent Strategy Members have asked me “why is Big Sky not exposed to what is happening in the US as a result of sub-prime lending when clearly Australian banks are affected?”. The answer is that Big Sky does not engage in sub-prime lending and has never entertained low doc lending. In addition, Big Sky does not invest in securities based on sub-prime loans, which is where Australian banks have incurred losses.

At such an unstable time in financial markets, there is no safer place than Big Sky to have your savings earning highly competitive interest rates either in at-call or fixed term products. If you are not currently a member of Big Sky then you will be pleased to know that everyone in the community is welcome to join and take advantage of the benefits available.

If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to visit our Service Centre in Roxby Downs, Tutop Street or call us on 8671 2555.

Yours sincerely,

Tony Ryan Chief Executive Officer

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Roxby rallies for Relay

By Zak Zeptner and Krystle Bower Last week saw an emotional and truly inspirational display of community support as the town raised over $64,000 for cancer research in the Relay for Life.

The 19 hour walk was accompanied by live entertainment, exciting competitions and emotional anecdotes from cancer survivors.

Tears filled the eyes of many as onlookers heard of the pains and suffering survivors endured during their ordeal, though despite the horror of this insidious disease, many left with an understanding a diagnosis of the dreaded illness is not the end.

Cancer survivors Carmel Paxton and Kurt Hains stood on stage bravely and spoke about their experience with cancer, touching everyone who attended the event.

Kurt Hains hopped up on stage wearing a red ribbon to indicate he fought and beat the disease and as he stepped up to the podium, silence fell over the crowd.

“When I first noticed a lump on my testicle, I was embarrassed so I didn’t say anything; a couple of weeks later I went to see a doctor to get it checked and was diagnosed with testicular cancer,” said Kurt.

“I didn’t know a lot about my problem at the time because nobody talks about it.”

Kurt described how having chemo therapy made it impossible for him and his wife to conceive a child, then announced that his wife is now expecting at the end of this month, due to the wonders of IVF. The Monitor would like to congratulate Kurt and wishes a safe arrival of his child.

Second to speak of her ordeal with cancer was Carmel Paxton.

If bravery had a name it would be Carmel, who despite not knowing many people in Roxby opened herself up to the community to share her experiences.

“I never thought I would get cancer because cancer didn’t run in the family, and I didn’t have boobs, so it never worried me.

“When a mammogram bus came to town I thought I wiould go along to support the cause, otherwise they don’t come back.

“After my exam I received an urgent call saying I needed to get to Adelaide, now!” said Carmel who has to remain on chemo for the rest of her life because of the disease.

“I was never scared; people deal with

things in life in their own way and I never once thought I wouldn’t make it.”

The Relay for Life was an incredible feat towards the fight against cancer and a step closer to assuring the public it can be beaten and happiness can still be achieved.

“The whole event was an emotional roll- The hard working Relay for Life Committee can relax after a magnificent inaugural effort. ercoaster,” said Steven Edwards, Chairman of the Relay for Life Committee.

“There were emotional ups and downs from every spectrum, from extreme joy and happiness and laughter to sadness, quiet reflections and tears during the candlelit ceremony and then joy again.”

Steven was extremely proud of the event, marvelling at the support of the community and the willingness for people to generously donate their time and money for the cause.

“Cancer doesn’t discriminate from young or old, male or female or the colour of your skin, it effects everyone and it was great to see people of all ages walking, from grandparents to babies in prams.”

The Relay for Life was, as Steven describes, a great way to bring the community together.

“It exceeded all expectations, from donations to volunteer support to community spirit.

“Everyone was a winner at the Relay for Life, particularly those at the Cancer Council.”

The Motley Miners relaxing between relay shifts.

With the event over and planning beginning for the 2010 Relay for Life, Steven feels a mixture of emotions including relief the event went as well as it did, tiredness and extreme pride for the community spirit that exists in Roxby Downs.

“It is always sad to say goodbye, and to see this event come to an end,” said Steven.

Special congratulations must go to everyone who participated in the Relay for Life, with a collective total of 1500 kilometres walked in the 19 hours.

Special mention must also go to Team Monos who raised an outstanding $7,250 and to the Hoodoo Guru Swamis who alone walked 184.8 kilometres.

Everyone involved in the Relay for Life should feel an overwhelming sense of pride for the effort and generosity contributed to the event; it’s times like this one feels proud to be a part of this great community.

What follows is a poem written by an anonymous member of the Relay for Life which seems to sum up the event:

A warm day in October Together we spent An esky, refreshments, A swag or a tent

ABOVE: Three members of Safe Sets representing the local Volleyball Association.

BELOW: The Bright Sparks had a big night, but rumour has it that at least one member spent a few hours sleeping in his own bed instead at the camp!

We walked laps of the oval In teams, dressed insane Sweating, exhausted Praying for rain We heard giggling and gurgling We spent time together Fun, joy and laughter May this last forever An event to fight cancer It’s Relay for Life I made some new friends I found a new wife!

PICTURED LEFT: Team Monos team captain Renee Fenech receiving the trophy for the team raising the largest amount of money - $7,250.

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7 8 1. Darren Smith (right) of GHD in Roxby presents a cheque for $450 to Steven Edwards and Relay for Life Committee Members Norm and Pam Evans.

2. Jayne Orchard, Graham Warren and Sarah Thornton kicked off the day on Saturday.

3. Kristy Berryman and Melissa Tucker from the Salty Sea Dogs take a break in the pool.

4. The team Hoodoo Guru Swamis had a big curry night as a major fund raiser.

5.Curly and Meike Ward did many a lap together.

6.Kristina Meredith plays the part in the Miss Ourageous competition.

7. Cutting the ribbon to start the relay is Helen Edwards from the Red Dunes Cancer Council.

8. Suzanne Crafter in the swimwear competition.

9. Regina “Bubbles” Qualmann was outrageous in the fun competition.

10. Shana Forrest won the Miss Outrageous award.

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Another cash rate cut for a brighter Spring for home owners Mortgage Choice, Best in the Mortgage & Finance Industry*, is very pleased about the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) decision to decrease the cash rate by 1.0% to 6.0%, the same level it was in August 2006.

The move will bring a collective sigh of relief from the millions of Australians who are repaying a variable mortgage at a time when interest rates, fuel, food and other commodities are at a high.

Volatile global funding markets have resulted in a liquidity crisis that has seen Australia’s lenders experiencing see-sawing funding costs. So, there are no guarantees as to how they will move rates.

If lenders follow the RBA and cut mortgage rates by 1.0%, a borrower previously owing $250,000 at 9.35% over a 25-year term will save approximately $171 per month on their repayments.

However, if that same borrower kept their repayments at the same level and ignored the rate cut, they would save approximately $86,143 in interest and approximately five years and four months off the remaining term of the loan.

If lenders cut mortgage rates by 0.5%, a borrower previously owing $250,000 at 9.35% over a 25-year term will save approximately $86 per month on their repayments.

Mortgage Choice National Corporate Affairs Manager, Warren O’Rourke said, “I am often amazed at the difference a couple of extra notes a month can make to a loan. Many people don’t realise how large a dent they can put in their mortgage simply by ignoring a drop in repayment amount.”

“I would suggest to those borrowers who find their lender hasn’t matched the rate cut that they start looking around at other lenders and loans to check for a better deal.

“A number of reputable mortgage brokers such as Mortgage Choice offer free home loan health checks, which means they check the current loan

against a wide range of others from a panel of lending institutions. It’s worth a quick visit to make sure you’re doing the best thing by your budget.”

The next round of inflation figures will be released on October 22. This information will have a strong influence over the RBA as to its next decision on the cash rate.

The committee decided to reduce rates last month because it believed inflationary factors had been significantly curbed. The next round of CPI figures will give the RBA a much stronger idea as to the effect recent rate increases had on our economy.

Lot 245 Government Rd – ANDAMOOKA SA 5722 ROXBY DOWNS 42C Tiliqua Crescent

$358,000

3 bdrm courtyard home, lovely gardens, sensational outdoor entertainment area, fully undercover, lg bdrms all with BIR’s, single carport. Leased until Dec but company prepared to cancel lease at settlement for owner occupy to move into.

50 Pioneer Drive

$385,000

3 bdrm home in need of some TLC to the gardens but otherwise great inside, steel framed, brand new gas heater, BIR’s to all bdrms. Leased at $400 pw until Dec 2008.

43 Arcoona Street

$445,000

3 bdrm home with new kitchen, stainless steel appliances, modern glass splashbacks, new wet areas including bathroom, toilet & laundry. Recently repainted, 2 reverse cycle split systems, dining area opens onto BBQ outdoor entertaining area, garden shed and 20 x 20 single garage with roller door.

31 Gregory Street

$440,000 - $450,000

4 bdrm home with tiled lounge, dining, kitchen & passage, Timber kitchen with halogen lights, ornate timber fireplace appearance surrounding gas heater. Large 12 x 6 x 3 m shed, above ground in ground pool with palms, citrus trees, small patch of lawn. Leased until March 2009 at $480pw.

25 Finniss Street

$430,000

4 bdrm home with formal lounge area, lg open plan dining, kitchen and extra living area. Main bdrm ensuite and BIR’s.

Spa outdoors with timber decking, large paved full length verandah and a second entertaining area next to the large shed, rear gate access, leased until Oct 2008 at $490 pw.

79 Stuart Rd

$385,000 - $395,000

3 bdrm home on 843sqm land, Block reasonably level and has plenty of room for lg pool & shed. Currently there is a lg avairy & garden shed in backyard. BIRs to all bdrms, currently leased until Nov 2008 at $420pw. Can be owner occupied from lease expiry. Great opportunity to buy and design with your own tastes.

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Ali Webber Property Consultant 0417 816 738

Tania Noonan Property Manager 0438 797 687

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Phone 0417 816 738

Email: wardle_roxby@westnet.com.au

New two bedroom home with elevated views This brand new two bedroom home is located on an elevated block on approx 1190sqm. When attention to detail is a must look no further than this property. Step inside into the open plan kitchen/dining and living and your eyes will be captured by the highly polished formica era kitchen benchtops which are full of character. Sufficient cupboard space with modern stainless steel handles and new gas oven.

There are timber floating floorboards throughout, a stained timber feature wall complements the dining area and has a 2.5hp inverted split system air conditioner. There are down lights throughout which help create the right ambience for the mood required. A sliding door in the living room provides flexibility for outdoor entertainment areas down the track. The front has an extensive verandah, fully undercover with a paved area so you can enjoy outdoor living at its finest.

The two bedrooms are adjacent to the living area and both have ceiling fans with BIR’s and window treatments.

The bathroom/toilet/laundry is sure to brighten your day every morning with a vibrant fresh orange feature wall with new modern vanity, toilet and shower.

This property is environmentally friendly and recycles 100% waste water through an automatic electronic Ozi clean system that is state of the art and is over $13k in value itself, not to mention the 20,000 ltr poly water tank.

There is also a BONUS two bedroom home with open fireplace and power connected but it needs complete renovation – currently great for a storage area or workshop.

A double carport will provide protection for up to two cars; there are established gardens with large gum trees, all of which are automatically watered via the Ozi clean system. Great location only a few minutes walk from shops. The modern two bedroom home would make a great rental or live in and renovate the bottom home and maximise your investment. $210,000 - $230,000 For further information please contact Ali Webber – Wardle Co Real Estate 0417 816 738. RLA # 151074.

TO ALL TRADE AND HANDY PERSONS! Are you spending too much money on building supplies and hardware?

Do you want to save money? If so, read this important notice; Mid North Builders Supplies at Laura offer excellent pricing and professional service and specialise in:Roofing, gutters, etc ~ Verandahs ~ Carports ~ Sheds Fencing supplies ~ Hardwood & treated pine decking

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Mid North Builders Supplies now service the north and can arrange delivery right to your front door or building site.

They offer design service and advice. Give them an opportunity to quote your jobs. You will be pleasantly surprised how much money you have saved.

For a no obligation quote or advice on your job, contact mid north builders supplies at Laura.

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The Andamooka Oktopal Fest LEFT: Shaun and Jacob, winners of the Kid’s Keg Roll.

RIGHT: Ben, Toby and Bas go green for the German themed Oktopal Fest.

LEFT: Toni, Claudia, Michealle and Wendy had a fantastic day.

BELOW: Sean and Rowena Murphy enjoying themselves at the Oktopal Fest.

LEFT: Tordi Hantland, Sue Gwin and Beverley Burge enjoying the sun.

BELOW: David and Gloria Kruss and Chris Nickel had a ball at the Oktopal Fest.

ABOVE: Therese Schofield, Cathie Megoran, Jae Grace and Mel Vecoing having a drink.

ABOVE: Michael Mckay, Kim and Casey Simmons and Dion and Catherine Thiele with their baby daughter having a blast at the Oktopal Fest.

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Are your favourite pants starting feel a little bit uncomfortable? Are you suffering from the muffin top bulge at the back of your jeans? Perhaps you looked in the mirror and spotted some cellulite where you never expected it. Stop putting off a healthy routine and start feeling better today! Put the kids in the pram and go for a walk, join the gym or start swimming! This week’s ladder exercise will help strengthen your abdominals and tone your tummy! Do it when you return from your walk for optimum results!!

Tips to always remember before starting any exercise: • Engage abdominal muscles - switch the inner abdominal muscles on, which helps the body balance and establish the correct posture.

• Always keep your body in line – be sure that your feet, knees, hips, shoulder and head are facing forward.

• Use correct breathing techniques – breathing out on the extraneous part of the exercise (the hard part) • Always warm up the muscles that are to be targeted when using weighted exercises. Never use weights on cold muscles!!!

• Always stretch after a workout – this releases lactic acid in the muscles and aids in recovery. It will also improve flexibility if done on a continued and regular basis.

Exercise of the week THE LADDER abs 1. Get yourself into a push up position on your toes, with your hands shoulder width apart and your abs braced.

2. Slide your right leg forward, pulling the knee in line with your belly button.

3. Slide your leg back using slow control with your abdominals.

4. Repeat on your left leg.

5. 3 x Alternate 15 reps.

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Q. Full Name A. Sophie Jane Wissell Q. Nickname A. Whatever you want to call me Q. Where are you from?

A. Burra Q. How long have you been in Roxby?

A. 5 years Q. Occupation A. Postal Worker Q. Favourite food A. Vegemite Q. What hobbies do you have?

A. Netball Q. What is you idea of fun?

A. Hanging out with friends Q. Winter or summer?

A. Winter Q. What is something you consider you do really well?

New residents to Roxby Downs may be led to believe that the sun always shines and the rain never falls… I was convinced until recently!!

Friday rolled in and weekend plans were in discussion. It was the phone call that I received after work which confirmed plans: a good friend suggested that we spend our night camping at Lake Mary! What a brilliant idea!!

Having linked the boat to the back of the ute and thrown the swag in the tray, the four of us were rolling down the highway, spirits alight with the anticipation of a bonfire and beer filled evening drenched in moonlight… we were certain the wind was going to drop.

Upon arrival, the trees were bent backwards from the wind and the water was practically whipped into butter… perhaps the weather was not going to ease.

Despite the conditions, we stoked the fire into a heat emitting machine and strategically placed our chairs into optimum toe warming position. The snags and steaks were sizzling as we chatted and monitored the cloud movement; it seemed that the clouds were ready to pack up camp and head home as the stars took centre stage to commence their performance. Our moods lifted at the prospective change, as we sipped our cans and nibbled on crackers and cheese.

After dinner, the boat canvas started to whip around and the twinkle of the stars

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was replaced with an ominous blackness that could only mean the return of the clouds. Before we knew it, the clouds had taken over the show and decided to exhibit how truly entertaining they could be. Large droplets of water fell from the sky and promptly onto our intimate camping space. The steel cooking plate sizzled with dissatisfaction as we scrambling for shelter.

As soon as it started, it stopped. A brief performance but it was one that certainly moved us… literally. Later that night after we crawled into our swags, the rain attempted to rejoin us. Thankfully, the canvas kept the precipitation at bay.

The sun rose and woke us all from our slumber. As we peeled ourselves from our sleeping cocoons, we were greeted with a fresh morning. The aftermath of the previous evening’s events was exhibited with a green tinge across the sand hills and the occasional whip of wind skating across the lake. The breeze was disturbing the water, which meant that a ski would be left for another day, so we packed up our gear and decided to head home.

Outback weather is truly unique and often surprises us when we least expect it. Unfortunately the brief downpour merely dampened the earth’s surface and did nothing in the way of filling up the lake. Instead, the rain left for an entertaining evening, camping at the lake.

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Q. What is your favourite Quote?

A. “Never regret the things you have done, regret that which you have not.”

Q. What would you do with $10 million if you won it?

A. Put it in a high interest bank account, give the interest to charity, pay for Uni and buy a house Q. Who would you least like to sit next to on a plane and why?

A. Someone who smells really bad Q. What is something about you that not many people would know?

A. I’m being stalked by a large blue-eyed crow Q. If you had one wish, what would it be?

A. To have more wishes

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Zeppy’s reviews TV review: Shark

Truth is relative, pick one that works Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the court room, along comes Shark. Following the lines of Boston Legal, this comical court room drama staring James Woods is a blast to watch.

Sebastian Stark is a criminal defender who knows how to work the jury to his advantage, however, after seeing too many scumbag criminals get off free, thanks to him, he decides to switch to the good side and becomes a high profile county prosecutor.

Stark lives by three simple rules, allowing him to manipulate the outcome of a trial to his advantage. Rule 1: Trail is war, second place is death. Rule 2: Truth is relative, pick on what works. Rule 3: In a jury trial, there are only 12 opinions that matter and yours is not one of them.

The series consists of mostly stand alone episodes with an easy to follow format. Each episode shows off Stark’s blunt and cut throat personality while also getting to know the man behind the lawyer. Shark is a comical series that does not shy away from the drama. Every episode will illicit an emotional reaction from the audience, whether it be a laugh, a cry or an exclamation of shock and horror.

Shark is a series for anyone with an interest in the traditional court room dramas but also acts as a semi police show, displaying the investigative techniques used to obtain the evidence needed to convict a criminal. James Woods is superb as Stark and his supporting cast certainly know how to act.

The verdict: 3/5

Book Review: The Ice Man

You won’t believe it actually happened It is no surprise this world is filled with dangerous people and when the chance to understand these monsters comes along, everyone rushes to discover the answers. So it was with the release of Philip Carlo’s biographical novel, The Ice Man. The Ice Man follows the life of America’s greatest Mafia contract killer, Richard “Ice Man” Kuklinski. From over 200 hours of interviews with the killer himself, author Philip Carlo has effortlessly retold the tale of Kuklinski’s life, from the abuse he received at the hands of his violent father to the love and compassion he feels for his wife and children to the gruesome and creative murders he committed from the age of 14 until his arrest in 1988.

Carlo adds quotes from Richard, his family and those attempting to stop him throughout his narrative, constantly reminding the reader the events in the book actually happened. The tale is told from an unbiased point of view, offering the facts as told

by Kuklinski during his interviews, facts that were verified by police and people involved in the killings.

This book examines the mind of Kuklinski, exploring why and how he became the man responsible for over 200 killings and the deaths of some very influential people, including police officers and Mafia Dons, such as Paul Castellano.

Readers will learn the ins and outs of Richard’s murders, the people he be-

came involved with, where he learnt his creative killing methods from and how he often felt like two people, depending on who he was with.

While this book is primarily about Kuklinski’s killings, it offers insight into the lives of his family also, and acts almost as a dramatic love tale entwined with murder and deception.

If it is a true story that spikes your interest, The Ice Man is the book for you. The reader will be engrossed in the life of Kuklinski from the moment they set eyes upon the first page to well after the novel is finished and often the creativity of Kuklinski’s murders make the reader forget this is a true story about real people.

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“The Rudd Government is getting on with the job of the digital TV switchover,” said Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, Senator Stephen Conroy.

“The Bill and research arrangements will allow us to meet our commitment in a sensible, considered way.”

The Broadcasting Legislation (Digital Television Switchover) Bill 2008 will ensure analogue television is phased out and replaced with dig-

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HEALTH ROXBY DOWNS’ FAMILY PRACTICE Phone: 8671 3231 ROXBY DOWNS’ MEDICAL PRACTICE 9:00am-5:00pm Monday to Friday Saturday morning by appointment.

Phone: 8671 1900 VISITING ALLIED HEALTH SERVICE Occupational Therapist -Speech Pathologist- Dietician - Podiatrist Phone: 8671 9020 CHILD ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Phone: 1800 819 089 HEARING SERVICES 9:00am-2:30pm Monday to Friday Phone:1800 006 303 PRAM WALKING GROUP 9:30am Friday Meet outside the Dunes Café PULSE FITNESS SPIN CLASSES - Leisure Centre 6:30pm Monday & Thursday DOCTOR’S NEW SPECIALISED DRUG Phone: 1800 700 270 (Number for Medicare Use) ROXBY DOWNS’ FAMILY AND YOUTH OFFICER Crisis and relationship councelling, mediation and support.

Phone: 8671 2892 CRISIS CARE COUNSELLING Uniting Care Wesley Port Augusta Regional Women’s and Children’s Support Services:1800 655 716 Crisis care line:13 16 11 For immediate response if feeling stressed call 0428 326 529 to speak with a counsellor 24/7 BREASTFEEDING ROXBY DOWNS’ GROUP 1:30pm - 3:00pm Third Tuesday of the month.

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ital by 2013.

The reasoning behind the digital TV switchover is to free up parts of the valuable broadcast spectrum for public safety communications, such as fire, police and rescue squads.

It also means there is more room on the air for more advanced wireless services, such as wireless broadband.

Digital TV allows people to watch their favourite programs with improved picture and sound quality and broadcasters are able to broadcast multiple programs at one time, such as one digital program on Channel 7 while another is running simultaneously on Channel 7-2 and so on.

This means more program choices for viewers, making the viewing experience all the better for people.

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Community members welcome to attend any meeting of the Roxby Downs Community Board Community Board, Forums and Partnerships see schedule on the Community Matters page.

For more information call Michelle Hales on 8671 0010 ROXBY DOWNS’ ROTARY CLUB 1st and 3rd Monday of the month Meet at the Dunes Café For more information contact Kaye Doyle ANDAMOOKA OPAL GIRL GUIDES Andamooka Community Hall Mondays from 5:00pm to 7:00pm Phone: 0427072710 OUTBACK MULTI-CULTURAL GROUP Phone: 8671 2892

CHURCH ROXBY DOWNS’ LUTHERAN CHURCH 9:30am every Sunday during School Terms FAITHWORKS’ CHRISTIAN CHURCH An Assemblies Church meets every Sunday 5:00pm at Roxby Downs Catholic School Library ST. BARBARA’S PARISH CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday 6:00pm Sunday 9:00am 78 Pioneer Drive, Roxby Downs ANDAMOOKA/ROXBY BIBLE CHURCH 10:00am Sundays, Worship Service 6.30pm Fridays, Kids Club, 7 years + Phone: 8672 7213 www.themonitor.com.au

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EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday 9:00am - 3:00pm Saturday 9:00am - 2:00pm Sunday Phone: 8671 2001 BINGO (All proceeds go to the community) 7:00pm Tuesdays At Tuckerbox in Andamooka CULTURAL & LEISURE PRECINCT - MOVIES Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Phone: 8671 2001 TODDLERS’ STORY TIME 9:30am - 10:30am Tuesday Fun for young children and mums Meet at Roxby Downs Library PLAYGROUP - St. Barbara’s Parish School Call Jakki: 8671 2323 PLAYGROUP - Roxby Downs Kindergarten 10:00am - 11:30am Friday ROXBY DOWNS’ HEALTH SERVICES COFFEE MORNING 9:30am - 11:00am Thusrday Meet at the Dunes Café RAPTORS CYCLING CLUB 8:00am Sunday Social bike riding group Meet at Stuart Road roundabout DADS AND KIDS October 26th - November 23rd December 21st For Dad’s and kid’s of all ages Meet at the Lions Park ROXBY DOWNS’ MARKET DAYS October 18th November 15th ROXBY DOWNS’ CHILDCARE 6:30am-5:30pm Monday to Friday Phone: 8671 0911 TODDLERS’ STORY TIME - Fun for 1-4 years.

10:30am Manday Phone: 8672 7018 Meet at Andamooka Community Library

GENERAL INFORMATION SCHOOL TERMS 2008 Term 4: October 13th - December 12th MT DARE HOTEL 8am – 9pm Open every day OUTBACK COMMUNITY GARDENS Phone: 8671 2892 ROXBY ROAD SAFE Phone: 8671 2892

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Areas to be targeted are as follows: ¡ Parking in disabled zones without a permit. ¡ Parking in the bus zone opposite Richardson Place. ¡ Parking near pedestrian crossing to drop o and pick up school children. ¡ Freight vehicles parked near pedestrian crossings to pick up and deliver goods. ¡ Parking on the boundary between residence and road. ¡ Leaving vehicles including Trailers and Caravans on roads for over 24 hours. ¡ Parallel parking – the driver must position the vehicle to face in the direction in which vehicles could lawfully travel on that part of the road If the oending vehicle is not removed or parked correctly, under the Local Government Act, Council has the power to instigate infringement Notices and/or impound the vehicles for the noted oence.

Please consider others in the Roxby Downs area and for safety reasons as well as appearance of the community, please park correctly.

Parking Residents should be aware of signiďŹ cant expiation fees for parking

COUNCIL SNIPPETS 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 ies and birds from accessing rubbish. Please be diligent as littering attracts an Expiation Penalty Fee of $315.00 – ie: over owing bins.

Deposit of Rubbish etc Under Local Government Regulations it is an oence to deposit rubbish, goods, materials earth, stone gravel or any other substance on a public road or place. This will incur a penalty and a ďŹ ne.

Abandoned and Illegally Parked Vehicles The Roxby Downs Council is concerned with the number of vehicles including, trailers and caravans which have been either parked or abandoned on the road edge, as well as on the council verge between the road and the property boundary.

Parking illegally in Richardson Place is also a concern. Council in the ďŹ rst instance will target the owners of the oending vehicles by issuing written warnings to the owners detailing what charges could be implemented if the vehicle is not moved or

in a bus zone $79.00 and parking in a disabled zone $235. Other ďŹ nes are stopping in loading zone $33, failing to park on road $33 (except in median strip parking area) in accordance with rule- parallel parking and failing to park vehicle wholly within parking bay $20.

Advertising on Council Infrastructure Advertising on Council infrastructure such as light poles can attract expiation notices under the Local Government Act. If you spot any such advertising please notify the Council.

Dog Registration Dog registrations for the 2008/09 ďŹ nancial year became due and were payable from the 1st July 2008.

Grace period for registration expired on 31 August 2008; thereafter an $80.00 expiation fee applies under section 33 of the Dog and Cat Management Act. Please also ensure that all dogs over the age of three months are registered, failure to comply can again result in an $80.00 Expiation Notice being issued.

Rates 08/09 Financial year Rates have been declared and have been issued.

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ALLIANCE ONE CREDIT UNION LIMITED ABN 13 087 651 198

NOTICE OF 2008 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is given that the Annual General Meeting of the members of Alliance One Credit Union Limited (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Alliance Oneâ&#x20AC;?) will be held at the Westland Hotel in the Boardroom, 100 McDouall Stuart Avenue, Whyalla, on Tuesday, 28 October 2008 commencing at 7:00pm.

AGENDA Ordinary Business 1. Welcome Welcome and opening by the Chairman of the Board.

2. Confirmation of Minutes To confirm the Minutes of the 37th Annual General Meeting held on 23 October 2007.

3. Reports To receive the Report from the Chairman and Chief Executive and the Companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Financial Report, Directorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Report, and Auditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Report for the financial year ended 30 June 2008.

4. Remuneration of Directors: Resolution 1 To determine the remuneration of Directors by considering, and if thought fit, passing the following resolution as an ordinary resolution: â&#x20AC;&#x153;That the aggregate remuneration for non executive directors of Alliance One Credit Union Limited for the twelve (12) months commencing 1 November 2008 shall be a maximum of $170,000â&#x20AC;?.

5. Election or appointment of Directors: Resolutions 2 - 3 Elect or appoint two Directors in accordance with the Corporations Act and the Constitution of the Credit Union. The candidates are Directors Robert Roll and Robert Pitts who are seeking reappointment. As the number of candidates for election is equal to the number of positions to be filled the election process is discontinued and there will no election ballot at the AGM. In these circumstances the Constitution requires the general meeting to vote on the appointment of each candidate by separate ordinary resolution at the AGM. Resolution 2 To consider, and if thought fit, pass the following resolution as an ordinary resolution: â&#x20AC;&#x153;That Robert James Roll is appointed a Director of Alliance One Credit Union Ltdâ&#x20AC;?.

Resolution 3 To consider, and if thought fit, pass the following resolution as an ordinary resolution: â&#x20AC;&#x153;That Robert Pitts is appointed a Director of Alliance One Credit Union Ltdâ&#x20AC;?.

6. Appointment of Auditors Confirm the appointment of the Auditors for the Credit Union.

7. Annual General Meeting Close PROXIES A member who is entitled to attend the Annual General Meeting and vote is entitled to appoint a proxy. A proxy need not be a member. A member who is entitled to cast 2 or more votes may appoint 2 proxies and may specify the proportion or number of votes each proxy is appointed to exercise. To be effective an appointment of a proxy must be received by Alliance One at least 48 hours prior to the meeting at its registered office at 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 Donaldson Terrace Whyalla, 5600 or via fax to (08) 8645 1014. Please address it to The Company Secretary. A Proxy Form is available by contacting the Company Secretary on (08) 8644 7111 or Executive Assistant on (08) 8644 7105 or via email at agm@a1cu.com. au. For more information on appointing a proxy please refer to the section entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;How to complete the Proxy Formâ&#x20AC;? contained in the Proxy Form.

CORPORATE REPRESENTATIVES If a representative of a member that is a body corporate is to attend the Annual General Meeting an â&#x20AC;&#x153;Appointment of Corporate Representativeâ&#x20AC;? form should be completed and produced prior to the meeting. An Appointment of Corporate Representative form can be obtained by contacting the Company Secretary on (08) 8644 7111 or Executive Assistant on (08) 8644 7105 or via email at agm@a1cu.com.au. Instructions on how to complete the form are contained within the Appointment of Corporate Representative form.

OPTION TO RECEIVE NOTICES OF MEETING You can choose to receive notices advising you about the Annual General Meetings and other meetings of members of your Credit Union.

Attending Annual General Meetings and other meetings of members allows you to play a part in governing your Credit Union. It allows you to: ask questions about and comment on the Credit Unionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s management, financial standing and performance; ask questions of the auditor about the audit of the Credit Union and about the preparation and content of the auditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report; and to vote on any proposal to amend the Credit Unionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Constitution or for any other proposals about your Credit unionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Management.

Notices of these meetings tell you about matters in relation to which you may wish to attend.

You can tell us that you want us to send notices of these meetings to you by contacting the Company Secretary on (08) 8644 7111 or Executive Assistant on (08) 8644 7105 or via email at agm@a1cu.com.au or in writing to The Secretary, Alliance One Credit Union, Reply Paid 378 Whyalla SA 5600 and you can change your choice at any time. You can elect to receive all notices of general meetings (a standing request) or just notices of particular meetings. We are not required to send a personal notice to a member unless requested.

Dated: 23 September 2008

By Order of the Board of Directors Alliance One Credit Union Limited Phillip Lynch - Company Secretary

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The Monitor finally caught up with the second new member of Roxby Downs Community Board, Elisha Geraghty.

Elisha, who still considers herself as new to Roxby, thought that being on the board would give her a chance to give something to the community and voice her opinions.

“I feel honoured and grateful for this opportunity,” Elisha said.

“I haven’t done anything like this before.”

Elisha will find out soon which forum she has been appointed to, and can’t wait to get involved.

DEVELOPMENT ACT 1993 DRAFT FAR NORTH REGIONAL LAND USE FRAMEWORK Proposed alteration to the Planning Strategy Public Consultation Commencing 13 October 2008 Residents of South Australia’s Far North Region are invited to comment on a Draft Far North Regional Land Use Framework which has been released for two months of public consultation.

The draft Framework presents a plan for the future growth and development of the Far North Region – an area covered by four councils (Port Augusta City Council, District Council of Coober Pedy, Flinders Ranges Council and the Municipal Council of Roxby Downs), various unincorporated (out of council) areas of the state and the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands (APY Lands).

Once finalised, the Framework will be adopted as a volume of the State Government’s land use Planning Strategy (pursuant to section 22 of the Development Act 1993), giving it formal effect to guide future development across the Far North Region.

The draft Framework has been prepared through a collaborative process involving Planning SA, the four councils, the Northern Regional Development Board, the Outback Areas Community Development Trust, local Natural Resource Management Boards and various South Australian Government agencies.

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Regional Credit Union continues to grow in uneasy times!

The financial industry has been in the forefront of news bulletins in recent time, but regionally based Alliance One Credit Union has produced a strong result, emphasising the organisation’s and the Credit Union industry’s strength at a crucial time for the finance sector.

Riding the waves of economic uncertainty, Alliance One Credit Union’s annual results for the 2007/08 financial year showed a profit of $1.0 million and a growth in assets of 13% to $155 million, largely due to growth in residentially secured lending.

Chief Executive of Alliance One Credit Union, Phil Lynch said, “The decision to hold rates during the first six months of this year sent a resounding message to other institutions in Regional South Australia that we were focused 100% on the needs of our Members.

“We were able to absorb higher costs of funds during this time,” said Mr Lynch. “It had an affecton our profits, but our members benefited from lower rates at a time when other institutions were protecting profit margins for their shareholders.”

Total loans under management reached $142 million, a growth of 8% over the year. Deposits remain the major source of funding for the Credit Union’s loans, with member deposits reaching $112 million, a growth of 5% for the year.

Mr Lynch said that there were sometimes concerns in the market about the safety and security of Credit Unions, but that members and the public should not worry. Credit Unions are regulated in exactly the same manner as major and regional Banks by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA).

“Alliance One is conservatively managed and does not engage in sub prime or low doc lending nor invest in securities based on sub prime loans,” confirmed Mr Lynch. “Nearly 80% of our loans are funded through member deposits.”

As an industry, Credit Unions number 126 throughout Australia with an asset base of $65 billion and membership exceeding 4.5 million and as a whole, hold the second highest amount of household

deposits of all Australian financial institutions. In South Australia, around 36% of the population have a membership with a Credit Union.

Mr Lynch confirmed that Alliance One were able to progress with some major expansion opportunities in late 2007 that have put the Credit Union in a strong position to benefit from other non-interest income sources and offer additional services to our members.

The past 12 months have been successful for Alliance One, and Mr Lynch indicted that this is due the overwhelming support from local communities.

“The continual growth of our business in regional South Australia over the past 38 years is recognition from the local communities of our ability to meet member needs, provide competitive banking services and ensuring that our focus remains on our members and the community,” added Mr Lynch.

Mr Lynch explained that there is a perception around Australia that Credit Unions are ‘a best kept secret’ and not understood by the population. However in South Australia, and in particular Regional South Australia, this is not the case as the loyalty of members and the success of Alliance One continues to show in survey ratings.

“Alliance One prides itself on being a community Credit Union and one that focuses on community banking,” said Mr Lynch.

These values are reflected in Alliance One’s Community Partnerships Program that has been providing community groups and non-profit organisations with valuable funds to assist in the provision of services to the community. In the past financial year, Alliance One has supported 12 regionally based organisations and provided over $14,000 in funding.

Alliance One Credit Union will be holding its Annual General Meeting at the Westland Hotel in Whyalla from 7pm on Tuesday, 28th of October. More information and an agenda can be obtained from Alliance One.

The draft Framework broadly identifies where housing, population and industry growth is best located – and not located – across the Region. It identifies the different roles and functions various parts of the region can play, and tackles issues such as the interface between industry, residential areas and valuable environmental assets; the requirements for housing for workers and families and where these might best be located; and the role and function of towns.

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The draft Far North Framework is available in hard copy and on CD-ROM from: • each of the local councils in the Region • the Outback Areas Community Development Trust and local Progress Associations in unincorporated areas • and can be downloaded from the Planning SA (Level 5, 136 North Terrace, Adelaide) • the Planning SA website at www.planning.sa.gov.au/go/fn-framework Four informal community information sessions have also been scheduled at which people may ask questions and seek further information: Wednesday, 5 November, 5.30 pm – 6.30 pm Roxby Downs Bowling Club Burgoyne Street Roxby Downs Tuesday, 18 November, 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm Council Chambers, Coober Pedy

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Cricket begins this weekend A well attended AGM of the Roxby Districts Cricket Association was held at the Woomera Sports Clubroom on Monday, September 8.

All incumbent officials of the association accepted re-nomination and were re-elected to their positions, meaning Gerard Secker will continue as president, with Graham Warren as his deputy, Damien Smith as secretary and Andrew Wellington as treasurer.

A website for the association is also in the works by Jason Carroll and when finalised will be available to the public.

Matches will commence on October 18 with a double header at Woomera followed by a farewell to long time cricket supporter Bob Jolly whose role as the friendly barman at “sporties” after the game will be sorely missed.

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ning at 9.30am between Woomera and Olympic Dam with a day/night match following at 4pm between Roxby Rogues and Wanderers.

An Association day/night match against Mount Maurice Cricket Association is scheduled for January 31 at Woomera and the new tradition of having a Trophy Dinner will continue with the event being hosted by the Woomera Cricketing Fraternity at the Woomera Sports Club after the preliminarily final on March 21.

Full details of all events planned by the Association, including sending a fully supported team to the Country Carnival in February, will be released as they become available.

President Gerard “Yogi” Secker wishes the Association and its teams the best of luck for a great season.

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Nett 63 wins the day The Roxby Downs Golf Club played its stroke round last weekend with Reinhardt Viljoen scooping the prize pool with a nett 63.

Mark Prosser was victorious as the A Grade winner with a 69 Nett, Damien Condon as the B Grade winner with and 68 Nett, Chris Zanker as the C Grade winner with a 65 Nett and Uleen Pearce as the Ladies’/Junior winner with a 73 Nett.

Glenn Mungur won the A Grade Long Drive, with Paul Cuthbert taking the B Grade, Chris Zanker won C Grade and Uleen Pearce took home the prize for the Ladies’/Junior division.

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Entries are rolling in for the BHP Billiton Roxby Downs Red Dunes Classic and with only just over a week to go participants are getting serious about their last minute training.

Competitors are being encouraged to submit their entries as soon as possible to the Roxby Physio or the Leisure Centre and the final day to get them in is on Monday, October 20.

Speaking on behalf of the organisers, Bridgette Fenoughty said that with six categories at this second Roxby Triathlon, competitors can enter for the category which suits them best.

For the less experienced the Novice over 16 event would seem to be the less arduous, although there is also an opportunity to form a team and do just one of the legs in the over 16 team category.

Individuals looking to join a team can contact Bridget on 0419 888 365 to register.

The Open category for over 16 year olds will see men and women in the peak of fitness challenged by the 400 metre swim, 20 km ride and 5 km run.

Juniors have not been forgotten and with sections for 10 to 11 year olds, 12 – 16 year olds and the junior teams’ competition for 10 to 16 year olds.

With cash prizes to the value of $600 there is incentive to do well.

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Former Freo star eyes off Roxby!

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ormer Fremantle AFL player, Heath Black was spotted in town last week some saying he was in talks with the Roxby Districts Football Club to become a permanent player for next season.

Former AFL Dockers and St Kilda player, Heath Black was pictured working out in Roxby last week buildng up his shoulder muscles after a recent shoulder reconstruction which prematurely ended his career at the elite level.

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Looking for a quieter lifestyle, the former AFL star is said to have found a niche within Roxby Downs, and the Miners were the first to scoop up this talented sportsman.

Of course, the above statement is a Miners’ wish, however, we did have you going for a minute there!

In truth, Heath was in town for his and partner Matthew Carr’s property development business looking to invest in the township but was unfortunately too late for the latest real estate surge.

“From a business point of view it’s been a good opportunity to see something totally different,” said Heath.

“We’ve been in talks with BHP and the council and registered our interest in the town.”

At the moment it seems Heath’s interest in Roxby Downs has been sparked and the former Freo player has enjoyed a very different experience in town.

“It’s a very different place,” said the Melbourne born city slicker.

“I suppose the town revolves a lot around workers and social activities; just looking in the paper I can see there is a huge emphasis on sport in the town which is great.”

Now a Perth citizen Heath will not be relocating to Roxby, however, if his property business invests in the town, he will certainly have a greater involvement with Roxby.

“If we did get involved in Roxby I wouldn’t play footy but Matthew Carr and myself would definitely look at getting involved in the community; definitely in junior footy which it what Matthew and myself are passionate about.”

So what, apart from football, is a former AFL player passionate about?

For Heath, it’s media. He currently has a contract with Channel 7 where he acts as a sports journalist,

going to the studio twice a week for his segment called “Inside the Dockers” where he takes viewers inside the team to places they might never have seen before.

Heath also has a radio segment every Tuesday morning for a Perth AM station where he says he gets a lot of calls normally hassling him since Fremantle did not have a great season.

The media is a huge part of being in the AFL and Heath has had his share of bad experiences with the tabloids.

“There’s a lot of scrutiny which is sometimes uncalled for.

“In Perth the players are rated every Monday morning in print media, which is something I shied away from; you just didn’t want

to view it.

“Unfortunately for me I was at the tribunal a lot and those sorts of issues were always brought up and the off field issues are always the first story off the presses.

“There are people dying in third world countries but what a football player did on the weekend usually takes first place.

“Now I’m on the other side of the fence which is good as I understand the way the players get treated so I think there is going to be a real link between Channel 7 and Fremantle Footy Club now.”

The AFL has given Heath some fantastic opportunities throughout his life and has “opened so many doors” for the young man.

“It’s given me the oppor-

tunity to be involved in a business and the media and to do a lot of things many other people wouldn’t get the chance to do.

“During the AFL there have been some real highs and some real lows so it’s like a roller coaster ride all the way through your career.

“But in saying that, I wouldn’t change a thing.”

Heath’s motto with football is, it’s all about having fun with your mates and urges the youngsters who want to make it to the big time to keep fit, stay off the booze and drugs and you will come through.

Hopefully, the people of Roxby Downs will be seeing a lot more of Heath and the opportunities he could bring to the small rural community are endless.

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A member for life

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ootball is more than a game for some; it is life, which is exactly the case for Olympic Dam club member Lindy Clarke.

Lindy was made a Life Member of the OD footy club this year for her hard work and dedication over 16 years of service.

She has been involved in the club’s social and main committee, has been the club secretary and team manager and major events’ manager and has loved every minute of it.

Lindy was first introduced to the club at a function in 1989 where her husband Kym won the longest kicking competition, which prompted an invitation into the club by its president.

Over the years, Lindy has seen many aspects of the club evolve, however, one thing remains constant: the feeling of family.

“The club has always been family,” said Lindy.

“It’s great to see families pass through the club, having dads play and now their sons are playing, which is great.”

As a family, the Olympic Dam Football Club has won its way through 11 premierships with Lindy missing only one.

The premierships, as Lindy describes, are one of the best aspects of the football club, however nothing compares to the friendships gained over the years.

“You make good friends and it’s sad to see them go,” said Lindy, becoming tearful at the memory of old friends.

Friends come and go as is the custom in a transient town like Roxby Downs, however, new friends come along too and with new faces come new team members.

“Our team has gotten a lot younger over the past few years which means you don’t need the older players like Kym and Pardo and Jakey running out onto the field as much.”

The new blood of the OD footy club makes it easier for the veteran members to lessen their involvement, as Lindy plans to do next year.

“We’re leaving at the end of next year which encourages a lot more people to step up and take over,” she said.

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“There’s lots to learn which is why I’m stepping back now; giving people the chance to ask questions while I’m here instead of not knowing what goes on when I’m gone.”

It will be a sad time for Lindy and her family to leave Roxby Downs, an act Lindy describes as hard.

“I’ve never lived anywhere for more than five years until Roxby so it’s home here.”

Unfortunately, people have to move on and while she may be leaving, Lindy will always remain a part of the Olympic Dam Football Club, offering to lend a helping hand when needed.

It is people like Lindy who make a football club; the always giving never taking attitude of one who deserves all the recognition in the world but wants none.

“I was surprised I got Life Membership,” said Lindy.

“Looking at all the people who have received Life Membership, their dedication to the club, is special and joining that group makes me proud.”

One would wonder where this working mother of two finds the time to put in so much effort and energy to the club.

“It’s my most asked question,” laughed Lindy.

“You just do it; the kids have been raised through the club and I wonder what we’d be doing otherwise.

“I might not have a clean house but that’s over rated.”

Whether it be organising a social event, preparing a team for a game, working hard on the committee or sitting back enjoying a match, Lindy loves being a part of the Olympic Dam Football Club and hopes the competition never ends.

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