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Local cancer survivor quilting for a cure ROXBY DOWNS…Avid quilter Julie Nixon is looking towards the future after overcoming breast cancer two years ago, and her latest creation embodies that hope.

Mrs Nixon, the daughter of breast cancer survivor Amy King, has a daughter of her own and hoped to create a pink quilt to raffle for ‘pink ribbon day’ in support of breast cancer research – her contribution to a future for her daughter where breast cancer is better understood and conquerable.

When Mrs Nixon asked local quilters to donate pink fabrics for the project, she was overwhelmed with piles and piles of fabric squares.

But when her request found its way into a national handicrafts newsletter, she was flooded with letters and donated fabrics from more than 50 quilters across the country who had all, in some way, been touched by cancer.

“The response has been overwhelming,” Mrs Nixon said.

“Every parcel comes with a message and they all talk about their families, people who they’ve lost to cancer, or people who are battling cancer.

“Not just breast cancer, all types of cancer, and they want to do something to help, just like me.

“I can’t read the messages without crying – It’s quite moving that there’s so many generous people out there that are willing to help.”

With her first pink quilt almost completed and ready for backing, Mrs Nixon has set herself the task of creating more and more quilts from the donated fabrics.

“I can see quite a few years ahead of just putting quilts together.

“I just never realised how many different types of

QUILTING FOR A CURE…What began as a private project for local quilter and breast cancer survivor Julie Nixon, pictured with daughter Hannah, 8, has touched the lives of dozens of people across the country, flooding Mrs Nixon with piles of letters and donated pink fabrics.

pink there are – my personal challenge now is to create something unique from all these pink fabrics.

“And there’s still more parcels coming in.”

In fact, Mrs Nixon’s workroom is starting to be taken over by the many donations to her pink quilt project.

“It’s something I’m doing for the future – not my own, which I’m pretty confident about, but for Hannah and the other children at risk 20 years from now and after,” Mrs Nixon said.

“My mum battled breast cancer and she’s turned 70 now, so my chances are pretty good.

“But these quilts, they’re a personal investment for me, in our family’s future.

Mrs Nixon’s first quilt top, now completed, will be displayed at the upcoming Pink Ribbon Breakfast features a motif of three hearts – for Mrs Nixon, her mother and her daughter – and a ‘round the world’ design to symbolise that breast cancer touches people everywhere, in every nation.

“What I’d really like to see is quilts made from fabrics from all over the world,” she said.

Mrs Nixon will continue to create her pink quilts, which she will donate to the Breast Cancer Association.

When completed, she hopes to see her current quilt displayed in the Adelaide medical centres where she herself received treatment for the disease.

Each quilt will feature the ‘quilt for a cure’ fabric with its pink ribbon logo.

Donations of pink fabrics, or alternatively; threads, wadding and backing fabrics or quilting expertise, can be donated to Mrs Nixon at 40 Olympic Way, Roxby Downs SA 5725.

Roxby Downs Community Health will host a ‘pink ribbon breakfast’ on Tuesday, October 28, as a fundraiser for breast cancer research.

The breakfast, from 9.30am to 10.30am, will cost a gold coin donation and will be held in the community health seminar room.

Julie Nixon’s completed quilt top will be displayed at the event.

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Support for local music Dear Editor, Antacid would really like to thank everyone at The Monitor who did write ups about us and other bands in the local area.

It’s good to know that we are all getting recognised for the stuff we do.

Antacid, Dom LoBasso, Jay Paulaskas, Shaz Foster and Rhys Simmonds.

Enjoying local initiatives To The Editor For the Roxby Downs residents.

I would like to say how much I enjoy reading The Monitor, listening to RoxFM and being able to participate within this community.

Thank you very much.

Carrie Beenham, Roxby Downs.

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No youth problem - just problems for youth Community board’s first focus - youth issues ROXBY DOWNS…Roxby Downs doesn’t have a youth problem, according to local youth service providers, the Roxby Downs Community Board was told at its first open meeting.

The board was addressed by a number of local youth service providers including school representatives, police and youth workers. But while the youth of Roxby Downs are considered, largely, to be responsible and responsive, service providers warned they still face challenges locally.

Sexual health was the top item on school counsellor Helen Bennie’s list.

“Roxby Downs Area School is introducing sex education and I think condom vending machines are a necessity in this town,” she said. “Within Australia, STIs are increasing rapidly and we’ve got to be realistic, kids are having sex, some are 15, some are younger. It’s not just teen pregnancies we have to worry about.”

Ms Bennie, who consulted with local teenagers prior to the forum, said youth themselves voiced underage drinking as the top problem for Roxby youth.

Many teenagers also felt there was not enough variety of career opportunities to entice them to stay locally after they finished school.

Teenaged youth worker Bec Penglase and Sgt Richard Hobbs also voiced their concerns that, of the problems facing Roxby youth, underage drinking is the prime one. The pair spoke of 12 and 13-year-old binge drinking

as a regular local occurrence on weekends.

Sgt Hobbs praised the local youth services initiatives – the youth centre, youth service activities and training programs - but warned that parents were the key to ensuring the safety and responsibility of teenagers. “But the key thing I want to say is we don’t have a youth problem,” he said.“I sat at the school expo a few weeks ago and, for every kid I see at the weekend, drinking in the parks, there were 20 kids I’d never run into before – they’re the ones who are home, with their families on Saturday nights.”

However, Mr Hobbs warned that, because of Roxby Downs’ affluent socioeconomic demographic, some government services were not reliably provided to the region.

The youth briefing represents the first of a series of briefings the Community Board will host over the next six months.

Residents and businesses will be invited to contribute in a number of differ ways – either through the Roxby Downs Householder Survey next month, a brief questionnaire or one of the public meetings.

Every person’s submissions will be recorded anonymously in a database which will later be used to provide a comprehensive analysis of the community plan process. The next meeting of the Roxby Downs Community Board, on November 3, will discuss the effects of alcohol on the community.

Guest Editorial SUE PENGLASE

Local mum and Roxby Downs Youth Services Coordinator

Great youth in Roxby Downs What terrific young people we have here in Roxby Downs. I have found, through the interaction that I have had with our youth, that they are polite, and respectful.

Since opening the Roxby Downs Youth Centre in January, I have had no problems, with the kids. No graffiti, no abuse, and that the kids bend over backwards to help me if I need it.

If as adults, we treat kids with respect, we will in turn gain respect from the kids.

Unfortunately, I have noticed that some of the adults in the community, don’t do this and have problems with them. As adults we need to lead our youth by example, to allow - we need our kids to see us behaving responsibly, instead of trying to be teenagers again ourselves.

You only have to look at the police news in this paper for the past couple of months - 99 per cent of the problems which the police have had, have been with adults who should know better, not with our youth.

We need to encourage our young people to be the best that they can be; youth are people too, and great people. Sure, our youth may not always be perfect, but then again, neither are we.

I am very proud to be a youth worker in Roxby Downs.

Sue Penglase – Youth Coordinator

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I was a youth in Roxby Downs at a time when teenagers were the town’s minority demographic.

Nowadays, the numbers have changed, and so have the facilities.

Just a few years ago my teenage cousin moved in with us at home - she’s out on her own now but it was a pretty big reminder about what being a teenager in Roxby can be like.

Now, after listening to the youth issues put before the community board last week, I realised that today’s youth concerns aren’t all that different.

Roxby residents’ financial security has lulled both parents and government service-providers alike into thinking things can’t go wrong with local youth. It can, and sometimes it has - and too often something as simple as an understanding ear would have been enough to head trouble off.

There’s some really positive ‘investments’ already being made locally.

It’s great to see the youth programs in Andamooka and Roxby Downs forging ahead, and I think the Roxby Industry Training and Education (RITE) enterprise provides a real compass for kids finding their own direction in the real world of work.

But while it’s great to have a pool and a movie theatre and a soon a skate park - the Roxby kids I’ve seen grow up happiest are the ones who had their parents on their days off, not just some free cash.

They were the ones ‘noodling’ at Andamooka, camping on the stations, or visiting Lake Eyre South to see the birds after the rains.

Their parents had met their friends, were there to pick them up after a party, they were cheering on the footy sidelines or cooking the barbie at the pool.

And along the way, they made the difference for a few extra kids whose parents weren’t around.

So this weekend, put your wallet away, pack a tent and your kids in the car and give them a new view of Roxby Downs. Invest some time in our local youth - the rewards are forever.

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NEWS Food for thought at Woomera

COUNTING EGGS… BAE Systems facilities manager Don Skarstrom checking up on Breen Park’s newest residents. The park’s more than 50 birds, of around 20 varieties, are expecting young this month.

BREEN PARK BIRDIE…Angel – one of Breen Park’s oldest feathered residents – has been a popular feature at the park for more than 15 years. Here, he’s pictured getting friendly with park keepers Darren Solomon and Bob Starkey.

Bird breeding program now off to a flying start WOOMERA…Woomera’s Breen Park coordinators are counting their eggs before they hatch this month, with the introduction of a new native birds breeding program.

The park managers, BAE Systems, have invested more than $4000 into the project – and it seems to be paying off.

The funding has provided breeding partners for more than 20 varieties of native birds, from cockatiels and parakeets to Cape Baron Geese and Peacocks, most of which are already nesting with eggs.

Breen Park is the flagship in a Woomera-wide program to ‘deAmericanise’ the township’s facilities.

Contractor Bob Starkey and off-sider Darren Solomon have spent several months eradicating cats, cactus, mesquite bush and oleander trees – the legacy of the town’s American administration in the 1940s and 50s.

“We want to make Woomera more sustainable, more water conscious, and more attractive to local residents and tourist alike,” he said.

Breen Park was the first of a series of local facilities to receive

an all-Australian make-over – oleanders were replaced with natives, a regionally-appropriate watering system introduced and, in addition to the growing native bird population, the park is also home to a new orphaned kangaroo.

There are also plans to introduce emus into the park’s larger mammal enclosure.

Breen Park was home to a variety of native marsupials and birds under the previous American administration but the program dwindled over a period of years before the new revitalisation project was introduced.

Mr Starkey and Mr Solomon are now seeking local support from the region’s environmental and ecological specialists to ensure the health of their native charges.

“These guys are so dedicated,” BAE Systems facilities manager Don Skarstrom said. “They’re down here at 6.30am and still here when it’s getting dark.

“They’re looking after the birds, finding ways to improve the facilities – Darren’s even raised our new kangaroo by hand after it was orphaned.”

FOOD FOR THOUGHT…Vasudha Lockyer searches for new recipes to showcase at Woomera’s upcoming ‘Food for Thought’ fundraiser for Refugee Week 2003.

WOOMERA…The region’s residents are invited to eat for a cause during Refugee Week at the ‘Food for Thought’ fundraiser at Breen Park, Woomera, on Saturday, November 1.

Event coordinators are calling for volunteer and business support for the event which will showcase foods from around the world in a fun and family atmosphere. Proceeds from the day will go towards international refugees in other countries.

“Woomera, Andamooka and Roxby Downs are very multicultural communities,” event coordinator Vasudha Lockyer. “We’d like this event to reflect that. We’ve had a close-up view of the refugee plight at Woomera with the detention camps.”

Residents throughout the region, from Port Augusta to Andamooka, are invited to attend the festivities at Breen Park from noon, for the cost of a donation.

There are hopes to make the event a regular attraction, fundraising for different charities throughout the year and forging friendships between the region’s varied communities.

To host a stall or volunteer your time for the event, phone Vasudha Lockyer – 0439 725 524.

Olympic Dam spill under investigation SPILL SITE...

Looking north-east in the Olympic Dam plant, the process liquor overflowed from the clarifier tank (A) to the overflow tank (B) and surrounding concrete bunding within the hydrometallurgical plant area.

now in Roxby Downs Investigation is continuing into a process spill at the Olympic Dam operations site, according to a WMC Resources spokesman.

WMC Resources reported the 110 cubic metre spill of process liquor to the South Australian Government on October 15.

According to Richard Yeeles, Group Manager – Corporate Affairs East, the incident occurred within the hydrometallurgical plant.

“The material was contained to the immediate area, facilitating its clean-up and return to the process circuit,” he said.

“Approximately 110 cubic metres of process liquor was released.

“This liquor is produced as part of a process which separates copper and uranium from the crushed ore.

“The liquor is predominantly a weak acidic solution with a low 0.029% uranium concentration.

“There was no environmental or occupational health and safety impact from this incident.”

The incident occurred at 7.30pm at night and was immediately reported to SA Government authorities, Mr Yeeles said.

The cause of the incident has not yet been confirmed.

“An extensive bunding, drainage and ponding system at Olympic Dam ensures WMC manages spill and radiation issues in accordance with environmental management programs agreed with South Australian Government agencies,’ he said.

“These programs are reviewed annually as part of Olympic Dam’s commitment to sound environmental management.”

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LONG-TIME LOCALS...Sue and Jim ‘T-bone’ Monfries are packing up and moving out after around 20 years living in the region.

Monfries moving on

by Amanda Kittel ROXBY DOWNS…The name Jim Monfries probably doesn’t mean too much to Roxby Downs’ locals, because, since moving to the region in 1984, Jim has been better known as T-Bone.

T-bone and wife Sue moved to Roxby Downs originally from Tumby Bay, and now, almost 20 years later, they’re making another change and packing up for Naracoorte.

The Monfries moved to Roxby Downs in 1984 when there were just 50 people living in the town.

“My happiest memory of my time here is 20 years ago when I lived in the original camp and after a hard day’s work you could sit around and argue, fight, drink, and chat with the high bosses as equals.” recalls Mr Monfries “that’s not possible these days”.

“I’ve had my fun, it’s time to move on.”

Mr Monfries “got up to a lot” during his time in the region.

In addition to “annoying everyone” he jokes, “I was associated with the Olympic Dam football association from day one.”

“Also I had a lot to do with the speedway-racing club, and the boy scouts.

Mr Monfries has always been “into trucks” ever since he was a little boy, he told The Monitor last week.

He bought his first truck when he was sixteen.

“I’ve always liked trucks because they are lots of fun and they’ve been really important to this town because it’s so far away they have to transport a lot of stuff up here by truck.”

“I think I’ll miss the footy club the most,” he said.

“I’ve raised boys in the footy team since they were babies and now they live in Adelaide - now I will be able to go see them play on a more regular basis.” said Mr Monfries.

The Monfries sold almost all their possessions at the weekend, from furniture to kitchen appliances and truck parts, at a monster garage sale.

The pair intend to maintain a ‘sand mine’ locally but expect to leave the town before Christmas.

On October 5 police received a report that unknown persons had let the air out of the tyre of a vehicle parked in Pioneer Drive.

On October 5 a 30-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported for driving an unregistered vehicle.

On October 7 a 30-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported for driving an unregistered vehicle.

On October 9 Andamooka and Roxby Downs Police attended a vehicle roll over 30kms from Roxby Downs on the Borefield Track. The occupants of the vehicle were conveyed to the Roxby Downs Hospital by private vehicle and were later released with only minor injuries. The vehicle was however not so lucky and had to be towed from the scene, and it is likely that the vehicle is not repairable.

On October 9 a 45-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported for driving without due care.

On October 9 a 19-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported in relation to an assault that occurred in Clare earlier in the year.

On October 11 a 37-year-old man from Roxby Downs was reported for Urinating in a Public Place.

On October 11 a 37-year-old man from Windsor was reported for Driving Under the Influence of Liquor, Fail to Keep Left and Exceeding the Prescribed Concentration of Alcohol with an alleged reading of 0.206.

On October 12 between 8am and 10am on Sunday morning unknown person(s) smashed a window on the National Australia Bank in Richardson Place.

Repairs are estimated at $1500. Any person that may have witnessed this incident or have information concerning it is asked to contact Roxby Downs Police, or alternatively BankSA Crimestoppers.

During the week ending October 12, nine motorists received Traffic Infringement Notices for exceeding the speed limit, failing to carry learners permit, undue noise and failing to display a number plate.

“Police would like to remind all motorists that the school term has commenced and that the speed limit that applies to the school zones whenever a child is present in any part of the zone is 25 km/hr. Parents should also remind their children of the need to be safe around the roads and to particularly look both ways before crossing the road. Police would also like to remind users of skateboards, scooters and roller blades that it is a legal requirement to wear a safety helmet whilst operating these devices and those parents of youths can also be fined for not ensuring that their children are wearing the appropriate helmet.”

On October 12 a window was smashed at the National Australia Bank in Roxby Downs overnight.

As a result of community support the identity of the offender is now known.

On October 16 a report was received from a Roxby Downs woman concerning an incident of indecent behaviour at her workplace. The offender is known.

On October 17 a car was stolen from Camp 3 Roxby Downs overnight. It was later recovered abandoned in Torrens Court, with extensive damage to the tyres.

Anyone with information concerning the use of the vehicle is asked to contact the Roxby Downs Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

SUMO CHALLENGE...Youth services coordinator Sue Penglase had boss Laurence Duggan begging for mercy at their recent Sumo face-off in Roxby Downs.

Sumo-suit challenge ROXBY DOWNS…Youth services heavyweights Sue Penglase and Lawrence Duggan faced off against each other in Roxby Downs’ first ‘Sumo Challenge’ last week.

The ‘grudge match’ was held in Richardson Place median strip and attracted a crowd of on-lookers enjoying a sunny Sunday out.

“We did it for a bit of fun and to show people we’ve got the sumo suits and they can be hired out,” Roxby Downs Youth Services coordinator Sue Penglase said.

“It’s funny wearing the suits, it’s worse than being pregnant, you’re like a beached whale and you can’t move,” she said.

“At one stage Laurence did a big body slam on me and toppled over the top of me.

“It’s the funniest thing I’ve done and I’ve done some funny things.”

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Youth afternoon at Roxby Club ROXBY DOWNS…Roxby Downs Youth Services and the Roxby Downs Community Club will host a Youth Activities Afternoon from 2pm to 6pm on Sunday, October 26.

Youth are invited to gather at the club to play 8-ball, table tennis, arcade games, throw on a sumo suit or just kick back and listen to the jukebox.

This is an under 18s only event for 1217-year-olds and all proceeds from the day to Roxby Downs Youth Centre “It’s something different to do for the kids – just a good fun afternoon in a different venue,” youth services coordinator Sue Penglase said.

Strictly no alcohol will be served in the bar during the event, which will be fullysupervised by youth coordinators.

Police attended a motor vehicle accident on the Woomera Rd, 50km south of Roxby Downs. The accident between a car towing a furniture trailer and a road train resulted in the driver being taken to the Woomera Hospital for minor injuries. The car and trailer we not so lucky, being a write off. In total about $13,000 damage was caused.

On October 18 a 29-year-old Roxby Downs man was reported for driving without appropriate lights, Driving under the influence of liquor and PCA in the carpark of a local licensed premises. It is alleged his blood alcohol level at the time was 0.145% A man, 19 years, of Roxby Downs was reported for causing and permitting his car to be driven whilst it was under defect as a result of an incident on October 11. The same man was also reported for driving in a manner dangerous, driving unlicensed and driving contrary to defect as a result of an incident on October 10, 2003, on Hermit, Quandong and Willaroo Streets.

On October 19 a 16-year-old youth was reported for riding an unregistered and uninsured motor cycle, riding without a licence and failing to wear a helmet on Arcoona St. Police are concerned about the number of ‘burnouts’ and other examples of loutish behaviour on roads in and around Roxby Downs. Not only is there a real risk of serious injury or death to road users if this style of driving goes wrong, it also makes our town look extremely shabby.

Police are not able to be everywhere to detect these irresponsible drivers and are calling on community support as a deterrent. Anyone witnessing such poor driving examples is asked to report them to the Roxby Downs Police Station on 8671 0370. Obviously a vehicle type and registration number would help, but if not even the smallest piece of information may allow police to put these people off the road before they kill one of our kids or workmates.

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YOUTH

THE RITE STUFF Combining fashion and sport at work

by Amanda Kittel Rite student Jenna Coombes, 16, of Roxby Downs Area School has divide her work experience between Roxby Downs stores Roxby Casuals and SportsPower.

Jenna chose these businesses because she was interested in learning more as retail is her preferred career path.

Jenna enjoys sports especially Netball and Basketball.

At Sportspower her day involves unpacking stock, preparing for catalogue sales, preparing the displays, and helping customers.

At Roxby Casuals she rearranges the shop; she sorts the shoe sizes out, cleans, and helps customers.

She is having a great time at both her places of work.

Youth art on exhibition RETAIL CHOICES...Jenna Coombes, 16, is getting some great experience in retail, sharing her RITE experience between two Roxby Downs businesses.

YOUTH ART…More than 20 works by Roxby Downs’ up-and-coming teen artists will be displayed at the Roxby Downs Cultural Precinct art gallery this week.

The exhibition will feature 2D and 3D works from senior students at Roxby Downs Area School, including self-portraits and works addressing youth issues. “There’s some powerful messages stemming from the issues youth face every day,” exhibition coordinator Dan Bradley said. “You don’t have to be a parent to appreciate the work of these students, I’d encourage everyone to come have a look at the young talent in Roxby Downs.” Young artist Bree Butler, is pictured working on her textural exhibit piece, with fellow exhibitors, from left, Matthew Beenham, Steven Halmai, Sarah Groom and Rachel Williams.

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WATCHFUL EYES...Youth workers Bec and Sue Penglase, with the volunteer RoxFM team, Tina and Shane Foster, Kane Honner, Deb and Valdi Paliska, and Rob ‘Wilo’ Wilson keeping an eye on proceedings at last week’s youth pool disco.

ABOVE LEFT...

Enjoying the fun from the sidelines, Emma Richards at last week’s youth pool disco.

Almost 150 localyouth attended the recent youth pool discos held at Roxby Downs Leisure Centre.

Due to the success, a second disco is scheduled for next month. However, next month’s disco will be strictly for 12-year-olds and older due to safety restrictions.

RIGHT...Hitting the water at last week’s RoxFM and Youth Centre pool disco, Georgia Drefke and Jessica Katzorke.

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Families ‘on the farm’ for new toddler storytime

TODDLER TIME…Carolyn and Erica Sawyer, 2, pictured at the revitalised and highly-successful Toddler Story Time at Roxby Downs Library. More than 40 mums and toddlers attended Mrs Sawyer’s first round of story time this month.

CRAFTY KIDS…Lachlan, 3, and mum Meg Elliot made farm animal masks at Toddler Story Time last week. Toddler story time is held every Wednesday during school term, from 10.10 to 11am.

FARM FRIENDS…Matilda Cordy 3, Georgette and Emma Yianni, 2, making farm animal masks.

LIBRARY FUN…Jo and Quade Drummond, five months, at the new round of Toddler Story Time at Roxby Downs C o m m u n i t y Library.

FARM FUN…Breanna Drummond, 3, and Rachel and Jade Rudiger, 3, creating farm animal masks at Toddler Story Time last week.

THREE GENER-ATIONS…Pat Handley, Samantha, 2, and Sarah Bridges, at Toddler Story Time this month at Roxby Downs Library.

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N I K I TA . . . N i k i t a Northcott celebrates her seventh birthday today, October 23.

WILLIAM…William Collins celebrated his fourth birthday yesterday, on October 22.

KASEY…Kasey M c D o n a l d celebrated her first birthday on October 14, 2003.

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N I K I TA . . . N i k i t a Eckermann will celebrate her first birthday on October 31.

LACHLAN...Lachlan E c k e r m a n celebrated his third birthday on October 11.

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THE ARTISTIC TOUCH… Roxby Downs’s Child Care Centre went into the recent school holidays armed with a new staff member and a pile of paints, brushes and creativity. RDAS relief teacher Philippa D’Anjelo, pictured with some of her RDCCC charges, hosted a visual arts program at the child care centre. Ms D’Anjelo is an art teacher by trade and has worked for 10 years in the regional arts development. “I had a great time with the kids” she told The Monitor last week.

2004 Enrolments Enrolments are now being taken for 2004 school year.

St Barbara’s Parish School Ph 8671 3207 or email: info@stbarbs.pp.catholic.edu.au

RECEPTION TO YEAR 7

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COMINGS AND GOINGS New addition to vet team Newspaper artist leaves

ROXBY DOWNS..After travelling around the world and working in South Africa, England and Germany, veterinary surgeon, Dr Louise Wichmann is enjoying a change of scenery as Roxby’s newest veterinarian, based in Whyalla.

“We found living in Europe too cold and crowded” Dr Wichmann said “Being from South Africa we wanted a warm climate, as well as a safe place to raise our children and Whyalla seemed like the perfect place.”

Since joining the clinic, Dr Wichmann has been very impressed with the local facilities.

“This is a very busy clinic,” she said.

Dr Wichmann is married to Uwe, with two children – Nadia, 5, and Heinz, 3.

The Roxby Veterinary Clinic nurses have welcomed Dr Wichmann’s addition to the local team.

“It has been very hard having only one permanent vet coming here and having to rely on locum

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DIRECTORS…Former Roxby Downs Childcare Centre director Julie Greenfield, with new director Michelle Paull.

New directions at child care centre NEW VET...Dr Louise Wichmann, Roxby’s new visiting veterinarian. vets flying in and out of Roxby Downs to ensure we had enough vets to handle a growing case load” they said.

“We are delighted to have Dr. Wichmann join our team and we are very fortunate to be able to attract a vet of her calibre to come to Roxby Downs on a regular roster”.

PROUD GREAT GRANDPARENTS…At the October long weekend, Roxby Downs residents Ron and Kay Moran travelled to Deniliquin in NSW to celebrate the birth of their first great grandson Cameron Lawler, pictured with mother Kelly Anne. Cameron was born on the September 7, 2003, and weighed 3700g (8lb 1 oz) at birth.

CARTOONISTS...The Monitor - Your Community Newspaper farewelled regular cartoonist Dave Kovac this week. Mr Kovac, who has supported The Monitor since its inception 10 months ago, intends to travel overseas for 12 months with his wife Kelli-Jo. In the meantime, he hands over his Page 2 spot to local artist and teacher Dan Bradley. Keep an eye out for both Mr Kovac and Mr Bradley’s work over the coming months.

Investigating new directions for TAFE ROXBY DOWNS… Roxby Downs campus of TAFE welcomed new community education manager Bob Harvey last week.

Mr Harvey, who was previously stationed at the Torrens Valley TAFE, has now moved to Roxby Downs with wife Jill, leaving two grown children in Adelaide.

“I’ve only ever driven through the area before as a tourist – but it’s great to be here and seeing a new part of the state,” he told The Monitor last week.

“We’re busy now trying to find out what the community needs at this stage.

“Obviously WMC is going to be a fairly big part of the mix of things that we do, but we’d also like to extend our Adult Community Education (ACE) classes and see what it is that people want in that direction.”

TAFE MANAGER…Community education manager Bob Harvey - the newest addition to the team at Roxby Downs campus of TAFE.

ROXBY DOWNS…Former Roxby Downs Childcare Centre director Julie Greenfield handed over to new director Michele Paull this month.

After three years at the centre Ms Greenfield is now keen to further her studies, heralding a new direction for the centre with the introduction of new director Ms Paull who has a solid administrative background.

Ms Paull, a long-time committee member at the centre, has three children of her own - but it is her background in business management and administration that has won her the recently-advertised director’s position.

“The management committee feels that they need to update the childcare system somewhat due to the lack of trained staff in rural areas,” Ms Greenfield said.

“They feel they need to keep and utilise their trained staff where it is most beneficial - with the children.

“As opposed to wasting their talents in a purely administration/management role.

“With Michelle’s strong management background and her devotion to service, the centre can successfully move into a new era.”

A local mother of three, Ms Paull originally became interested in the centre and its goals when her own 22-month-old son Hudson became a regular face at the centre from three months old.

She developed an interest in how the children were cared for and how best to spend funds to benefit the children, and, as a result, joined the management committee.

“I feel the goals and philosophies of the centre, and the client families, mirror my own,” Ms Paull said.

“Producing a happy, healthy and safe environment for our young is paramount to develop the social and academic skills they need through out life.

Her plans for the new year include an extension of the centre’s current artistic program.

“The centre will implement some wonderful programs – our staff would like to see every little person become a creative artist,” Ms Paull said. ”The Roxby Downs childcare centre has a wonderful and expanding staff, eager to further themselves professionally and promote the centre.

“The Roxby downs Childcare Centre would like to thank Julie Greenfield for all the effort she has put into the centre over the past three years.

“We wish her all the best and we will continue to call on her skills and knowledge where it will be most useful.”

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VOICES YOUTH The latest music from RoxFM’s youngest presenters. Fun, fresh music and a little bit of funk.

WEEN – unmask your local DJs at RoxFM’s upcoming Halloween party, in co-operation HALLO HALLOWEEN with Roxby Downs Youth Services. Dress up and get down with the RoxFM team and their families.

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Mums and babies enjoying new services

Long-time contributor

BABY GROUP…Enjoying some time-out at one of the newly-established group for five-month to eight-month-old babies and their parents at Roxby Downs Health Service, from left, front, Tracey and Kiara McKay, Jodie and Robert Mahoney, Jen and Anna Weckert, Raelene Kroemer and Chiana James, back, Natalia and Maxim Head, Maryna and Daniel Chebotenko, Jodie and Jesse Stanley, Jodie and Matt Banks, Melissa and Blake Cook. This group is one of a series of groups, support services and relevant businesses included in the Roxby Downs Health Service’s new ‘did you know?’ list. For more information about parent groups and services, or to register on the ‘did you know?’ list, phone your local family support worker – Lindy Clarke – at the health service on 8671 9020.

BARB MESCHEDE…Local character Barb Meschede is known for her sense of fun, as well as her strong sense of community commitment.

The first to throw on a hat or a costume for a fun theme day, she is also the first to throw her hands up for the not-so-fun jobs.

Barb has never been afraid to take on the dirty jobs when it comes to cleaning up the Roxby Downs Community and, as such, has been a core member of the local Tidy Towns Team since its inception and a willing pair of hands at annual KESAB Clean-Up Australia activities.

She has contributed to Roxby Downs Area School - where hers and husband Manfred’s two daughters, Lillian and Maddy, attended school as pre-teens - as a member of the Parents and Friends Committee, and as the on-going coordinator of the school’s ‘trash and treasure’ market stall.

Barb and her family came to Roxby Downs 13 years ago after a stint of six years in Fiji with WMC. “Roxby has certainly expanded in that time lots of people come and gone,” she said.

“It’s a town with a lot of good things to bring people here.”

Christmas in Andamooka ANDAMOOKA…Andamooka Frontier Services Auxiliary will host a ‘Christmas dinner with all the trimmings’ fundraiser on November 1, from 6.30pm.

The evening will raise funds for the Andamooka hospital and local aged, disability and respite services.

The event will be hosted by the auxiliary at the Andamooka Community Hall.

Adults will cost $10, children $6, and there is strictly no BYO. For more information, contact Andamooka Frontier Services – ph 8672 7238.

Short Story Competition CHARITY OF THE MONTH...Rob Cunningham accepted a donation of $280 from Roxby Downs Community Club’s Tracey Kynoch and Steve Ellard for the Roxby Downs Postie Bike Challenge this month.

TOTALLY TAVERN...

John ‘Ossie’ Osborne accepted $500 from The Tavern’s Marj James this month, as winner of the Totally Tavern social club Tuesday night cash draw.

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ELIZABETH…Julie and Martin Allen welcomed the birth of Elizabeth on September 24, at Flinders Private Hospital in Adelaide. Elizabeth is a sister for Jennifer, 4, and Nicholas, 1, and weighed 3700g (8lb 1oz) at birth.

Andamooka Frontier Services Auxiliary

Mental Health Week Mental illness affects hundreds of Australians every year – in big and small ways.

Tell us how it has affected you or your family and help bring mental illness out of the shadows.

Stories must be 100 words or less.

To be eligible for one of our various prizes – names and phone contacts must be provided.

Fundraiser for local hospital and Andamooka/Roxby Downs aged, disability and respite services CHRISTMAS DINNER WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS November 1, 2003 at 6.30pm

Names will not be published without permission.

Andamooka Community Hall Adults: $10.00, Children: $6.00

Supporting mental health and well-being in our community.

Bar facilities available No BYO please

See you there!

Submit your story to The Monitor – Your Community Newspaper themonitor.news@roxbydowns.net

Entries close Friday, October 31.

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CLASSIFIEDS & REAL ESTATE POSITIONS VACANT

REAL ESTATE

NORTHCOTT, Nikita – Happy Birthday for today Nikita. We hope you have a wonderful day. Love Mum, Aunty Seonie, Nicki and Meegan.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST…Public Relations Co-ordinator (Voluntary). Do you have an interest in Tourism? Experience in Marketing and or Public Relations? Then we need your help. If you would like to find out more information regarding this position please contact Alex Barker 0417 816 807 or Suzanne Burgess 0408 319 363.

FOR SALE…Good size three bedroom and ensuite. Large verandah and shedding $89,950 phone David Murley of Weston Raine and Horne on 0412 050 200.

THANK YOU THANK YOU…Members of the Roxby Downs Postie Bike Charity Rally would like to thank all those who participated in the silent auction for 3.0 Cubic Meters of 20mpa Premixed Concrete.

Congratulations to the successful bidder – Roxby Downs and Districts Racing Club.

THANK YOU... The Monitor – Your Community Newspaper would like to thank The Roxby Disctrict Sporting Club for their continued support in delivering our newspaper to our readers.

FOR SALE CARAVAN 16ft... Brand new annexe (cost $1800), set up on-site at R.D.C.P. Suit couple/ single, big bed, bar fridge. $2400 ono. Phone 0439 897 226.

MOTOCROSS BOOTS... Gaerne, size 12.

Excellent condition, near new. $285. Phone 8671 1407.

GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE…Saturday October 25, 2003, 10am to 2pm at 34 Bopeechee Street, Roxby Downs.

LOST LOST... Five-year-old grey and white male cat with distinctive quirky, crooked tail. Wearing blue collar with two bells. Noticeable grease stains on white fur. Desexed and microchipped. Lost since Thursday, October 16, 2003 from Burgoyne Street area near Myall Grove Caravan Park. Named “Bodie”. If found please call 0438 850 849. Reward for safe return.

PUBLIC NOTICE AGM…Andamooka Football Club. Sunday, November 16, 2003 at Steve’s Tuckerbox Restaurant, Andamooka at 1pm.

AGM…Royal Flying Doctor Service will hold its Annual General Meeting on November 14, 2003 at 7.30pm at the Roxby Downs Club. All welcome.

AGM…The Roxby Districts Sporting Club wishes to thank all sponsors and supporters for their contributions in 2003. The Annual General Meeting will be held on Saturday October 25, 2003 at 3pm at the Lions Park. 2003 reports and election of 2004 Committee - all positions vacant. All past, present and intending players/members are urged to attend. For details call 8671 1384, 8671 2505, 8671 1244 or 8671 0888. Proudly Supporting Sport in Our Community.

HORNRIDGE SPORTING CLUB... Annual General Meeting (AGM). Sunday, November 16 at11.00am at the Roxby Downs Club. All positions vacant. We will have our AGM followed by a Family BBQ, so come along and enjoy the day.

WOOMERA AND SURROUNDING AREAS PICNIC DAY... at Breen Park, November 1, 12 noon to 6pm. “Food for Thought” host Vasudha Lockyer. Book launch “A Woomera Storm” by Jean Brooks. Displays, stalls, games for kids and adults. Rocket obstacle race, to submit a team call 8674 3226. Great family fun. Disco and band 8pm till late. For more information call Melissa on 0418 849 536.

FOR SALE…Two bedroom with underground cellar and extra bedroom, large carport $38,500 phone David Murley of Weston Raine and Horne on 0412 050 200.

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FRIDGE/FREEZER…Pigeon pair Westinghouse silhouette frost free freezer 291 litre and freezamate 312 litre. Very good condition, perfect running order. Phone 8671 0770 or 0417 855 681.

SENIOR COACH…The Roxby Districts Sporting Club is seeking expressions of interest for the position of 2004 Senior Football Coach for the Roxby Miners. All applications in the first instance to The Secretary, PO Box 235, Roxby Downs. Please include experience and a brief personal history.

FOR SALE…Three bedroom plus rumpus, large entertaining area. Current 3 year lease with Western Mining Corporation. Phone Wayne Lawson of Weston Raine and Horne on 0421 636 338.

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THANK YOU...The Monitor – Your Community Newspaper would like to express their thanks to all applicants who applied for the position of Office Administrator. We are considering all applications and you will be notified shortly.

HORNRIDGE SPORTING CLUB... Expressions of interest for Coach and Assistant coach, season 2004 Football season. Please forward your details to PO Box 28 Roxby Downs, SA 5725.

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MISCELLANEOUS RENTAL PROPERTIES BIRD BATH…A reward is offered for the return of a large two piece cement bird bath taken from my front garden in Curdimurka Street around October 1, 2003. This bird bath belonged to my mother and is of great sentimental value. I would appreciate its return. Phone 0407 399 903. No questions asked.

POSITIONS VACANT ANDAMOOKA FOOTBALL CLUB... is seeking expressions of interest for the position of Senior Football coach for the 2004 season.

Applications to the Secretary, PO Box 237, Andamooka, 5722.

BAR ATTENDANT…Reliable casual bar attendant required at Olympic Dam Football Club. Phone Shaz on 0419 325 650.

EMPLOYMENT…Do you need extra cash? Are you teachable? Go to www.mumshomebiz.com/ 4nrg or call 8219 0151.

ACCOMMODATION... Two bedroom caravan, bathroom, partly furnished with hard annexe.

Myall Grove Caravan Park, 6 Hopbush Street. $180 p/w. Contact Mark on 0411 878 006.

FOR RENT…Two bedroom unit in group of three $200 per week. Phone David Murley of Weston Raine and Horne on 0412 050 200.

TO RENT…Three bedroom home in Andamooka $130 per week. Phone David Murley of Weston Raine and Horne on 0412 050 200.

TO RENT…Furnished home in Andamooka $100 per week. Phone David Murley of Weston Raine and Horne on 0412 050 200.

TO RENT... Caravan 16ft with annexe, fridge and amenities block included. Site 97 at R.D.C.P. $120 p/w + bond. Phone 0439 897 226.

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Please be advised that in this section each advertiser may have only one advertisement per issue with a maximum of only two items listed. The total value of the goods advertised must not exceed $49.95. This section is not available to businesses.

Residents of Roxby Downs are asked to come into our office, situated in the Council Chambers at 6 Richardson Place to be able to place their advertisement.

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OUT ON THE TOWN

VISITORS…Visiting from Melbourne, Robert Urquhart, Irene Baker, with local friends Simon McCracken and Maurie Pascoe.

EATING OUT…Kim Hornhardt, Tim Page, Damien Fidge, Leisa Westerman, Danielle Mazurkiewicz and Al Kalvaitis.

T O T A L L Y TAV E R N … C h r i s and Anne Haines at the Tavern for the regular Tuesday night activities.

BUSINESS AND PLEASURE…Bev and John Zeptner joined their shift four (underground) cohorts from Olympic Dam for a work function at the Tavern last week.

SHUTDOWN CELEBRATIONS…Temporary locals Patrick and Mandy Patterson, front, with Bill Relf, John Fox, Michelle Tompsett and Darryl Payne, celebrating the completion of the Olympic Dam Smelter Shutdown before heading home.

OVERSEAS VISITOR…Wendy Cook settled down to enjoy dinner at the Tavern with Leoni South, visiting from Riyadh in Saudi Arabia.

NIGHT OUT…Enjoying an evening out at the Tavern - Rebecca Spaeth and Michael Allison.

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JAM SESSION…A small but dedicated group of musicians attended the first SpinFX jam session at Roxby Downs Community Club on Sunday. The regular jam sessions will be held on market day Sundays, along with a free barbecue at the club, to promote local arts in the region. Guitarists Steve Day and Yvette Mooney tuned into the day. Musicians and music-lovers are invited to come along to the next jam session, on Sunday, November 16, from 1pm, at the club, for a familyfriendly day of music and networking. Add your name to the SpinFX artists register at The Monitor – Your Community Newspaper office, or the Roxby Downs Visitors Information Centre to receive regular updates of SpinFX activities and events.

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OUT ON THE TOWN

BIRTHDAY…Former local Cameron Jeffries was at the Tavern last week with Trina Reif and Ross Jensen to celebrate Ross’ 28th birthday. Despite being far from his small home town Blind River, Canada, Mr Jensen said he was happy to be spending his birthday locally. “I came from a town of around 4000 people and I feel right at home here,” he said.

NIGHT OUT…Collin and Myra Kasisi, Misty and Mike Gale enjoying a drink out with workmates last week.

TOP…Tucking into nachos and pizza at the Tavern last week, from left, A s h l e y Wooldridge, Carl Hobbs and Ryan Kelly.

SECOND FROM TOP…The Broad Spectrum team out for a social night at the Tavern, from left, back, Peter Lisman, Peter Smith, front, John Jagodnik, Louise Gibbs and Dave Main.

FAREWELL…Long-time Roxby Downs resident Kathy Patrick was farewelled by friends and workmates last week, from left, front, Jane Scarr, Annette Cornish, Sharna Pedler, 3, Kerry Worby, back, Lisa Pedler, Kathy Patrick and Michelle Johnston. Mrs Patrick and her family – husband Grant and daughters Sheree, 11, and Amy, 9, are moving to Gladstone, QLD, after 13 years in Roxby Downs.

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ABOVE...Musical mum Lilia and daughter Qualayia Miller really getting their teeth into the SpinFX jam sessions at the weekend.

RIGHT…Cristy and Scott Martin out for a social night at the Tavern.

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Native Animal Network

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Outback Landscaping & Supplies

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Roxby Downs Anglican Church

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Chris will also play a significant part in the business’s refrigeration and air conditioning service.

With the extension of their electrical service, Cowell Electric now offers a complete range of air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, gas fitting, solar power systems, electrical services and powerline construction and maintenance.

Cowell Electric has been operating in SA for 75 years this year, but has been based locally for around five years.

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ROXBY DOWNS AREA SCHOOL fortnightly newsletter SCHOOL SNIPPETS School renovations to Principal’s report be opened this month This community page is paid for by the Roxby Downs Area School

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Mrs Jenni Nitschke…In music, JP students have been singing “ABC” and the “Purple People Eater”. They have learnt the ‘Three Bears’ speech rhyme and actions.

Mrs Marksteiner…In RBL we learnt about China. They celebrate lots of different festivals.

The most famous are Chinese New year, Dragon Festival and April 5 is Tomb Sweeping Day to honour the ancestors.

Miss Campbell-Colquhoun…In room 9 we are learning all about New Zealand. We have learnt about Maori legends, songs, language and costumes. Kia Ora everyone.

Mrs Hallion…R-2 groovers have been busy revising all the dances we learnt in Term 2. Our memories have proven to be good because we’ve remembered the dances very well.

Ms Hallion/Christall…We are learning about Namibia and Botswana. Our room is looking fabulous with African information and detailed art works.

Mrs Zeptner…This week we have been busy learning about vowels. We have found that most words have vowels in them. We found that by my shy and why don’t have any at all.

Mrs Eastwood/Andrews…We are preparing ourselves for Cultural Awareness Day and have typed up many interesting facts about Russia.

Mrs Wilson…We all had a great first week at school. All the children have settled in well and we have had lots of fun including a visit from a burrowing bettong which was really interesting.

Miss Nash…We have started doing needlework this term. We are learning to stitch and sew. Come and see our beautiful creations. We are also doing chance and data in maths. We know how to create a table of information and column bar and picture graphs. We are so clever.

The Commonwealth Government of Australia and the State Government South Australia funded a redevelopment project at Roxby Downs Area School/Tafe to the tune of $1,792,000.

The redevelopment began in January this year and concluded in August.

The redevelopment at the school included an extension of the staffroom, an upgraded Administration and entrance area with new offices, a newly built multi-purpose room for R-6 students and the addition of a Senior School complex.

TAFE has been extended and includes an upgrade of welding bays.

The joint entrance to the school and TAFE is more spacious and welcoming for community members.

After years of planning and disruption during the building upgrade this year,

it is a relief that the project is finally completed so the new facilities can be enjoyed by all,” said Principal Jim Michalanney.

Joslyn Fox the 7-12 Assistance Principal, is relieved to see students in the senior end of the school have an improved study environment.

“The school community has long been pressing for a first rate facility to provide our senior students with the space and technological requirements to augment their study and learning needs”, Mrs Fox said.

The official opening of the new facilities will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2003 by Barry Wakelin MP, Federal Member for Grey.

The Hon Lyn Breuer MP, Member for Giles, and departmental representatives will also attend.

Staff undergo first aid training

RDAS P&F Newsletter Seventeen staff members from Roxby Downs updated their First Aid skills last Wednesday, October 15. Wayne McCann, a local resident of Roxby Downs and a St John trainer, presented the 3 hour refresher course.

It encompassed knowledge and skills in basic first aid common in an educational setting including CPR and asthma.

Staff members should update their first aid skills to enable them to administer first aid to students in an emergency situation confidently and competently until medical help arrives.

Wayne will present a further two sessions to staff from Roxby Downs and Woomera Area School on Satur-

Welcome to another fortnight, firstly on behalf of President Sheila Culf and P&F Committee we would like to say our coffee morning held on first Monday morning back for Term 4 was very successful.

It was lovely to meet with some new parents and see some familiar faces as well.

We will be holding another coffee morning on Monday, November 10, at 8.30am in the school staffroom. So come along have a cuppa and a chat and meet other parents. We hope to see you there.

Our P&F meeting was held October 15 and we welcomed Mrs Caroline Sawyer to our group.

It was nice to have some fresh input to our group, new members are always welcomed to our committee.

The more people in our committee the more great ideas we can come up with together.

Our next meeting will be November 5 in the school staffroom at 7.30pm.

Our first meeting next year will be February 4 in the school staffroom at 7:30pm. Hope to see you there.

Last market day will be November 15. Come along and get some bargains for Christmas.

Last fundraiser for P&F this year is the Christmas catalogue. This will be sent out this week and is due back on October 31, with your order and payment.

Annette Jackson – P&F Committee

CPR...Teacher Rebecca Steele gets a few first aid pointers from Wayne McCann. day, November 1, and Saturday, November 8.

Chrissie Weaver Health & Safety Rep

Early School Closures for Term 4, 2003 Even weeks Tuesdays at 2.10pm October 21, November 18, December 2 Please note: There will be no early closure on Tuesday, November 4, (Melbourne Cup).

School will be dismissed as normal at 3pm.

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Returning to school for the last term in 2003 we are very aware of the need to be accountable to students, parents and the wider community. We offer a world class education program that is and that is provided by teachers who remain at the cutting edge of educational practise.

We hosted three graduate UNISA teachers last week as part of an initiative to attract graduating teachers to country positions. Whilst their visit was a brief one we are sure they enjoyed their experiences in Roxby Downs. The Graduate teachers were Carla Griffin, Sarah Williams and Katie Long. They worked in classes with Carly Nash, Denise Trewartha and Belinda Hill. Thank you to the graduate teachers and the host teachers.

We would like to congratulate Concetta De Leo who is one of only six South Australian teachers to be awarded the opportunity to study Italian next year at the University of Udine in Italy. This immersion program will then equip Ms De Leo to return to a school in this state and deliver Italian as a second language.

Term 4 is always a busy term and also a hot one. I would like to remind students to wear their broad brimmed hats and use sun screen and ask parents to support this policy by encouraging their children to be sun safe.

The lawn area behind the admin block is now in use and is looking very green and pleasant. This is where the ceremony to formally open the new areas of the school will be held on Thursday 30th October at 10am.

Year 12 students are in the final phase of their studies at school and will finish in most subjects at the end of week four this term. Exams will follow in weeks five to seven. Students then have the long wait until early January when they will receive their results. Senior students, particularly those in year 12, have shown a high level of commitment to study this year and we encourage them to keep the pace going for the final few weeks.

The new intake of students for the Headstart program began school on Monday 13th October. These students are well supported by Ms Rosie Willson and the program that provides, as the name suggests, a head start into learning for these young people.

Teaching and non-teaching staff from Roxby Downs Area School and Andamooka Primary School took part in a training and development day, on the topics of Assessment and Reporting, on Friday 17th October. This was done early in the term so that there is time to continue to develop the processes for assessing and reporting against the South Australian Curriculum Standards and Accountability Framework.

The new models can then be implemented in 2004.

John Joseph facilitated the day and the comments that follow demonstrate how useful this will be to the ongoing improvement of teaching and learning methods and outcomes for students.

Graduate Teachers commented that “There were some really good ideas and strategies…” “ I found the four learning styles really interesting…” “ I felt that a lot of this was relevant to my current studies….and I’m looking forward to implementing this knowledge in my future career. I feel very privileged to have been to a John Joseph session.”

Other members of staff contributed the following comments: “ We examined how assessment can increase motivation and confidence. We planned units of work based on assessment strategies that promote coaching”.

“It was a fantastic opportunity to discuss alternative forms of assessment which could be implemented to meet the different needs of students.” ”John Joseph has an entertaining manner of presenting his valuable information that holds the interest of his audience for the entire presentation.”

We thought it was a very engaging and informative session, that gave practical relevance to planning, assessing and reporting.”

Perhaps the most interesting, certainly the most poetic comments were: “ Concise Caroline convinced Fiona to use her frontal lobe to formulate Emma B’s Episodic recall. Kate U got all Kinaesthetic about things and Renae H reflected and reported in the form of a rubric, which Bec S built. We catered for all our individual learning styles to build a brain compatible site at RDAS. Thanks to John Joseph for providing a solid foundation for our future work.

Uniform shop is open...

FURRY PRESENTATION…Troy Darling from Headstart class brought in a burrowing bettong for his topic talk. He shared a wealth of information about the bettong with all the children.

It was a wonderful learning experience which we all enjoyed.

MONDAY 3pm – 3.30pm TUESDAY 8.45am – 9.15am THURSDAY 3pm –3.30pm Orders and money can be left in the labelled box at front office. Credit card payments to the school Bursar. Collection from office.

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fortnightly newsletter ROXBY DOWNS AREA SCHOOL Fantastic effort from student fundraisers 3-6 Camps This community page is paid for by the Roxby Downs Area School

I would like to publicly acknowledge the following parents who volunteered their time to ensure the 3-6 camps were a success.

Those special parents included: Vernon Kruger, Jim Beyer, Jodie Bowden, Jeremy Folwell, John Hobbs, Kerry Worby, Rick Schodde, Andrew Fairweather, Fiona Pillar, Luke Netherton, Trevor Summerton, Darren Lloyd, Jim Steinhauser, Jody Rosser, Tracey Warneke and Mick Towler.

Also to Jeff Bennie who drove the coach bus and went beyond the call of duty to assist.

These people helped with supervision, cooking, cleaning and provided general care for the students (and staff!)

Over the past four years RDAS students have participated in the annual Technics Music Practice-AThon to raise funds for the Australian Cranio Maxillo Facial Foundation.

Over $3500 has been raised, with the school and students also benefiting from prizes won each year.

This year RDAS students had the opportunity to raise money for their school to help pay for the purchase of five new Yamaha keyboards. Music Corner kindly donated $200 worth of prizes to be awarded to the students.

A total of 19 students participated, clocking up 5055 minutes of practice time and raising $1045.55.

A fantastic effort by Nathan Kittel, Jonathan Kruger, Brendan Folwell, Toby Smith, Kerri Nicholls, Daniel Jackson, Kelly Cornish, Taylor Lindner, Darcy Lindner, Tegan Gilbertson, Kye Marksteiner, Kyle Arthur, Hollie Tonkin, Stephanie Cornish, Sopie Lepinath, Logan Hodgetts, Paul Luke, Leah Shepherd and Jason Nicholls.

The winners received a $80 MA30 Digital Metronome, they were: Nathan Kittel for raising $251.45 Tegan Gilbertson for practicing for 525 minutes The runners-up received a coloured music stand worth $25, they were: Jonathan Kruger for raising $235.05 Daniel Jackson for practicing for 465 minutes Encouragement awards for good practice and raising over $50 received a recorder, they were: Toby Smith, Brendan Folwell, Hollie Tonkin, Sophie Lepinath and Logan Hodgetts.

PRACTICE-A-THON…RDAS fundraisers, from left, front, Daniel Jackson, Jonathan Kruger, Jason Nicholls, Nathan Kittel, Paul Luke, middle, Taylor Lindner, Logan Hodgetts, Sophie Lepinath, Darcy Lindner, Toby Smith, Stephanie Cornish, Kelly Cornish and Brendan Folwell, back, teacher Jenni Nitschke, Kye Marksteiner, Kyle Arthur, Hollie Tonkin, Leah Shepherd, Kerri Nicholls and Tegan Gilbertson.

Teachers taking sex education seriously Twenty-two teachers from Roxby Downs and Andamooka Schools attended Sex Education training by Family Life SA last week. Teachers attended training on Wednesday and Thursday evenings and participated in numerous discussions and activities.

Gail Peters, trainer from Family Life, provided the group with plenty of resources and a vast collection of experience and knowledge around the teaching of Sex Education. The teachers had lots of laughs and plenty of questions to ask Gail.

Handling sensitive material was continually addressed and the need for our children to have information so that they can make informed

RESOURCES…Local teachers study the latest resources available for sex education. choices and decisions about their sexuality.Gail indicated that the group, which was bigger than

anticipated, was wonderful to work with.

Helen Bennie Student Counsellor

Year 5/6 campers journey to Thuruna In weeks 5 and 6 of Term 3, Year 5/6 students from H Block at RDAS attended a camp to Thuruna, near Tumby Bay on the Eyre Peninsula. Students and adults had an action packed four days participating in a range of activities including campsite beach activities and excursions to Port Lincoln and the surrounding sites.

The following comments were made by students who attended the camp: “When we went on camp to Thuruna we went to lots of places including the Indoor swimming centre, the Seahorse Farm, Glenn Forest Animal Park, Koppio Museum and we visited the One and All, which were docked in Tumby Bay. We also went to Tumby Bay Area School and met students there. All the students enjoyed the camp.”

Conor Morgan “We went to the Seahorse Farm and looked at the different colours of the seahorses. We even saw a sea dragon!

We went to the leisure centre at Port Lincoln and swam in the big pool.

There was a huge slide, a Tarzan rope and a big floating obstacle course. We had fun. We visited Glenn Forest Ani-

mal Park where there were kangaroos, birds, rabbits and donkeys that we could hold and feed. We went to the Koppio Museum where we saw olden day cars, tanks, tools and an old school. Dalton’s favourite part was Red faces and he enjoyed the leisure centre. Emma’s favourite part was Glenn Forest Animal Park. Our camp to Thuruna was great!” Emma Richards and Dalton Tuttle “Camp at Port Lincoln was great. The best parts were going on my first boat ride, going to the beach and going to the Port Lincoln pool. We went to Glenn Forest Animal Park. I liked what we saw at the Park. I got attacked by a goat and then there was a fight between the other goats. It was a great camp.” Daniel Jackson “My favourite moment was when we got to go on the boat trip because it was heaps of fun and we got to go on an island called Boston Island. We sailed around Boston Island. There were penguins there.” Jade Williams One of the highlights for the adults was the exemplary behaviour displayed by our students while on camp.

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New starters at RDAS HEADSTART…Teachers Rosie Wilson and Helen Edwards with RDAS’s latest Headstart students, from left, Mitchell Partington, Emily Jenkins, Reuburn Sutton, Georgia Bridges,Tate Daddow, Hunter Fairlie, Jake Zeptner Troy Darling, Michael Scarr, Grace Sawyer, Jack Eastwood and Brianna Rowley. Headstart is a comprehensive introduction to literacy, numeracy and social skills designed to give young participants a smooth transition into primary schooling.

Student success in maths comp This year almost half a million secondary students tested their maths skills in the Australian Mathematics Competition which is run by the Canberra based Australian Mathematics Trust, which is comprised of educators and mathematicians from all over the country.

Roxby Downs Area School entered 23 students in this year’s competition which was held on 29 July. Nine students received certificates of credit.

A certificate of participation will be awarded to all other students who took part.

These certificates will be presented at the next 7-12 assembly.

Credit certificates…Tara Trewartha (Yr 7), Jason Nicholls (Yr 7), Ben Mills (Yr 7), Sam Hancock (Yr 7), Rebecca Clancy (Yr 8), Kasey Hilder (Yr 8), Sam Jordan (Yr 9), Matthew Plant (Yr 9) and Renay Adams (Yr 10).

Special Needs Helpline A new helpline has been established by the Department to make information about special needs education in State schools and Preschools more accessible to parents.

The toll-free number is 1800 222 696 or you can access through the website at http:// web.seru.sa.edu.au .

Parents and caregivers who are concerned about the education of their children with disabilities and/or learning difficulties can ring this number during office hours to gain assistance and advice from professional officers.

More information is available at the school from Marcus Knill, Carol Lindner or Caroline Andrews.

Music Tuition Chris Barrett is offering guitar, bass, piano and drum tuition at the Roxby Downs Area School.

Tuition is available for both children and adults.

All enquiries can be directed to Chris on 8644 0140 or 0416 073 904.

However, if you want to contact Chris on a Tuesday or Wednesday then please call 0439 954 830 during business hours.

There are only a limited number of timeslots available.

Students will be booked in on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

All other interested people will be booked in for Term 1 of 2004.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

This year, give toys to Santa ANDAMOOKA…Father Christmas and his ‘sidecar sleigh’ will lead the sixth annual Skunks Toy Run from Roxby Downs to Andamooka on Saturday, November 29.

The toy run will leave Richardson Place, Roxby Downs, at 11am on Saturday, November 29, and finish at the Tuckerbox in Andamooka for a night of social fun and prizes.

Toys collected during the run are donated to the Andamooka CWA who, with the help of the RFDS and Andamooka Frontier Services, will redistribute the toys throughout country and outback SA. “It should be a good toy run this year, we’ve got lots of support,” event coordinator Neil Burston said.

“Normally we get 50 to 70 bikes and this year we’re expecting people from Adelaide, Port Pirie and Broken Hill,” he said.

“At different times in everyone’s life, they’ve been

Church Times

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

financially overextended and couldn’t buy their kids what they wanted for Christmas – this is a nice way to help those people out this time of year.

“It’s also good to see our local motorcyclists get together for a social event at the Tuckerbox at the end of the day. The local motorcyclists – the Outback Tourers – are involved in a lot of community activities throughout the region.

“You don’t need a road bike to join in, any sort of bike, or just come along for the drive.”

Father Christmas will make his Andamooka appearance around noon, in his sidecar sleigh – bring the family down to Andamooka’s main street to welcome him on his early outback visit.

Local residents and businesses are invited to donate new or pre-loved toys in good condition to the run by dropping them into The Monitor office, or phoning event coordinator Neil Burston – 8672 7036.

SANTA’S SLEIGH…The annual Roxby Downs to Andamooka Skunks Toy Run is on again next month and some locals are already getting into the spirit – from left, Ray Rawlins, Neil Burston, Serena Barker, Tom Hannigan, Carley Brennan, 14, Mikayla Finch, 13, with Father Christmas Tom Radford in his new sleigh.

Postie bikes ready for the road to Birdsville

Andamooka Catholic Church Sunday 11am – first and third Sunday of every month St Michael’s Catholic Church – Woomera Sunday 5pm – all denominations welcome Roxby Downs Lutheran Church Sunday 10.30am and Sunday School – 9.30am Roxby Downs Christian Community Church Sunday 10am Andamooka Community Church Sunday 2pm Desert Springs Church Phone Pastor Bruce 0427 663 033 or Gay 8671 0573 or Michelle 8671 1628.

now showing Fri, October 24 - Tues, October 28

ONE FOR THE ROAD…All ready to hit the Birdsville Track for the Roxby Downs Postie Bike Charity Rally this weekend, from left, back, John Hansford, Geoff Munro, Cas Lynch, Colin Morgan, front, Neil Stokes, Peter Heading, Dom Psaila, Gerry Habedank and Herbert Marksteiner. The group pictured, represented just a small part of the 60-strong contingent expected to leave for Birdsville from Lavricks Service Station on Saturday morning.

Local bands play for Bandana Day

COMMUNITY FORUM on

PUBLIC EDUCATION Have your say about the benefits and limitations of Public Education in South Australia

Fri , Sat & Tues 8pm; Sun 4pm & 8pm Sun 1pm

Girls Night Out Rated PG Fri, October 31 - Mon, November 4

Bad Boys 2 Rated MA Fri, Mon 8pm; Sat & Sun 4pm & 8pm; Tues 2pm & 8pm

Freaky Friday Rated PG Sat & Sun 1pm ...coming soon...

The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Agent Cody Banks, Matchstick men, Rugrats Go Wild

www.roxbydowns.net www.roxfm.net

...for up-to-date movie guides every time!

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All parents and community members welcome!

WHAT’S ON!

Mon, October 27 at 8pm. Doors open 7pm.

OLYMPIC DAM…Roxby Downs-based band Antacid will host a fundraiser for National Bandana Day on October 31, at the Olympic Dam Football Club.

National Bandana Day activities have been a regular feature on the Roxby Downs calendar for the past few years thanks to local organisers Emma Kelly and Jason Wilson.

This year’s fundraiser will involve a gold coin donation entry fee to the football club, and live performances by Antacid from 9pm to 1am.

Thursday 30th October at 5.30pm at the Community Library

Freaky Friday Rated PG

ROXBY DOWNS...

Roxby Downs’ Postie Bike Charity Rally riders have already raised more than $5500 before even getting on their bikes for Birdsville this weekend.

The 10 local riders and their 60-person support team will leave for a three-day ride to Birdsville on Saturday, October 25, at 7am. The community is invited to come along and send them off in style.

The Roxby Downs Postie Bike Charity Rally has been organised in memory of toddler Jake Cunningham who died of Meningococcal in 2001.

For more information, phone John Hansford – 8671 0461.

Donations can be made to the ‘Roxby Downs Postie Bike Charity Rally’ at the National Australia Bank in Roxby Downs.

Pink Ribbon Breakfast

Remembrance Day

Tuesday, October 28 – 9.30am

Tuesday November 11, 2003

Roxby Downs Community Health

Richardson Place – 10.45am

Ph – 8671 9020

Ph - 8671 0010

Postie Bike Charity Rally

NOVEMBER, 2003

Roxby to Andamooka Toy Run

Saturday, October 25

Food for Thought

Saturday November 29

Roxby Downs to Birdsville

Saturday, November 1

Assemble Richardson Place

Ph - 8671 0461

Breen Park, Woomera – noon

Ph - 8672 7036 or 0408 315 703

Youth Afternoon

Ph – 0439 725 524

DECEMBER, 2003

OCTOBER, 2003 WMC Open Day Saturday, October 25 Ph - 8671 8361

Sunday, October 26 - 2pm to 6pm Andamooka Christmas Dinner Under 18s only - 12-17-year-olds

COMMUNITY Roxby Downs Community Club CALENDAR Ph – 0407 719 714 Ph - 8671 2683

Saturday, November 1 – 6.30pm

Roxby Downs Christmas Pageant

Andamooka Community Hall

Saturday, December 6

Ph – 8672 7238

Ph - 8671 0277

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COUNCIL NEWS

Creating Roxby’s future - how the pieces fit together

This community page is paid for by the Roxby Downs Council

SEWERAGE…We all take it for granted, out of sight, out of mind. Yet what’s special about sewerage services in Roxby Downs? How does their cost compare with other areas in the State?

Government enterprise.

Some 1300 accounts for sewerage are sent out as part of the quarterly water billing in July, October, January and April and early the following month. Customers can pay by cash, cheque, credit card or direct debit from a nominated bank account.

Roxby Water also provides a full sewerage system to all properties within Roxby Downs.

Sewage and sullage are transported through some 27 Km of sewerage mains, manholes and 7 pump stations and pumped to a series of lagoons to the west of the township.

In addition, rainfall runoff in the township’s catchment area of some 5 sq km is separately collected and pumped via the latter stage of the sewerage system to the town’s sewerage effluent lagoons. When the facultative treatment process is completed, treated

effluent water is then pumped to the town’s two ovals and golf club for re-use.

S e w e r a g e Issues…Whilst this system represents good environmental practice and saves the community many thousands of dollars in watering grassed areas, our high evaporation rate (approximately 3m per year) causes some concern.

For instance, in winter we have too little storage capacity and need to encourage use, whilst in summer we sometimes have to restrict use to conserve the resource.

Future capital upgrades and modifications will need to be investigated and considered in the next few years.

Roxby Water also does not formally charge either the Town Ovals or the Golf Club for the reuse water that it provides. This represents a

community service contribution of some $31,000. This would normally be recovered from each party and is a situation that may need to be reviewed in the future.

Other issues that will need to be considered include the possible effects of an expansion of the town and any upgrade works that will be required.

Like all such issues, various additional works will need to be budgeted for in the future to ensure that the sewerage system is maintained to a high standard that operates reliably.

S e w e r a g e Charging…In June 2000 Council conducted a major review into the method of charging for sewerage services. At the time Council used a combination of a fixed residential charge and commercial valuation similar to SA Water.

As a consequence of the review, a property unit

system along the lines of that adopted by the South Australian Local Government Association for septic tank effluent schemes was adopted.

This system allocates a minimum of 1 property unit per property use, with additional property units for commercial uses based on the number of employees, staff, patronage etc.

Sewerage charges from 1 July 2003 adopted are $77 per property unit per quarter. For residential premises, this is currently less than charges that are applied by SA Water in country South Australia.

What does this all mean?The bottom line is that Roxby has a well maintained sewerage system with local issues that will need to be addressed at an affordable price.

Next Piece of the Jigsaw…Watch this space in the next issue as we attempt to put other pieces of the jigsaw together!

Community boards hears youth issues at first forum At 6pm on Thursday, October 16, 2003, Roxby’s newly formed Community Board met at the Council Board Room thereby taking a big step in preparing a detailed community plan for Roxby Downs. The first community issue identified for examination by the Board related to Youth.

Community Board members Ben Garwood, Melanie McCarthy, Phillipa Weltner, Karen Grantham, Justine Ward, Wayne Morris and Jason Wilson were present, with Brenton Smith an apology.

Father Jim Monaghan also attended in his mentor capacity to the Board.

Meeting Chairman Ben Garwood welcomed all in attendance with a special welcome to Helen Bennie and Annette Speck (Roxby Downs Area School), Sue Penglase and Bec Penglase (Roxby Downs Youth Services), and Richard Hobbs and Scott Cheers (Roxby Downs Police); all who were invited by the Board to brief members on Youth Issues in Roxby Downs. Laurence Duggan (Personal Touch Australia) was an apology but provided a written report for consideration.

Facilitator Ray Goldie requested that each guest brief the Board who were there in a “listening” capacity, in the context of the current situation of youth in Roxby Downs. Guests were also requested to provide their own personal vision for youth in 10 years time and identify what needs to change for their vision to be realised. A number of points were highlighted.

Youth Briefing...Significantly it was strongly reinforced that Roxby did not have a so called “youth problem”, and that the vast majority of youth behavioural issues were involved with a very small number of youth, brought about largely by poor parenting.

Issues of alcohol misuse by adults in the community is the single most significant issue that local police were involved in on a regular basis and one that the community needed to address.

Other issues of substance abuse and domestic violence were also present.

Youth attitudes generally varied according to age and sex. Typically for those at school, those under 15 generally saw underage drinking as “cool” and that Roxby was “boring”; whilst those over 15 who had often gained some part time employment, recognised the problem of underage drinking. A number who desire improved career opportunities, not relating to a trade or retail, express desires to leave Roxby. Girls, rather than the guys, are more likely to not return.

WMC’s minimum 18 year age recruitment policy was also seen as forming a barrier for youth transiting to full time employment.

Progress in youth development is very positive with a large number of programs and activities being regularly conducted at the Youth Centre. Unfortunately, there is little volunteer support and minimal parental engagement despite local youth programs being regularly attended; as evidenced by some 35 kids attending activities programmed on Friday nights. Planning of a skateboard track and Youth Centre is in the preliminary stages, with local youth actively involved in all aspects.

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Major issues also raised included teenage pregnancies, lack of accessible information on sexually transmitted diseases and the need for emergency housing; as there are a number of youth that are homeless, or are using a friend’s place for temporary accommodation. The acute need for a condom vending machine in a public place was also highlighted.

Significantly, a number of speakers questioned the level of service provision from Family and Youth Services in the Far North and suggested that a permanent presence in Roxby for the wider region was desirable, and that this should be pursued.

Following a break and questioning from Board members an active discussion followed with a large number of possible causes and solutions suggested and recorded. Board resolved that each guest be thanked for their contribution and reassured that all their comments, along with others that follow will be considered as part of the Board’s listening and facilitating role.

Community Issues...Board members identified a number of community issues that they thought should be examined as part of the community plan. Those initially identified are: " Youth " Alcohol " Sport, Leisure, Recreation " Community Services " Future Management of the Community " Wealth creation, individual financial management " Education " Housing " Volunteering " Health, mental health, substance abuse " Town safety, how people interact " Retention of people, welcome strategy " Economic development, tourism, business " Financially disadvantaged " Utilities These issues, and no doubt others will be examined over the course of the project.

Board members determined that next forum briefing would be on the subject of Alcohol. A number of relevant community persons were identified and arrangements made for their attendance at the next Board meeting.

Listening to Roxby Survey...A number of administrative and process issues were discussed. In addition, Ray Goldie provided all Board members with a copy of the 2001 “Listening to Roxby” survey and requested feedback on the content of the questions. This will be revamped slightly and a new 2003 version sent out to the community for completion and subsequent analysis. Most of the questions would remain. This will provide the basis of an ongoing comparison of the changes that Roxby experiences over time, as well as assisting the Board in its work.

Next Meeting...Monday, November 3, 2003 at 6 pm in the Board Room of the Council Office.

Roxby tree planting day TREE PLANTING…Susan Sutton and her son Oliver, pictured, enjoyed a family day out planting Myall trees at the Pine Crescent Playground during Roxby tree planting day this week.

COUNCIL SNIPPETS

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Overview…Council’s appointment as a Sewerage Authority for the Roxby Downs Township arises as a result of Section 13 of the Roxby Downs (Indenture Ratification) Act 1982. This Act is very important as it sets Roxby apart from other Local Governments.

This Section “amongst other things” requires Council to comply with standards normally applicable to SA Water, the State Government owned sewerage authority for Adelaide and a number of towns in South Australia and specifies that Council should take practical efforts in sewerage effluent wastewater re-use and also allows any profits from water prices to be used to fund Council services and facilities.

Council operates sewerage services under the ROXBY WATER banner as a separate commercial business unit, similar to SA Water which is a wholly owned

Works in Progress Specifications are being written up with regard to replacement of air conditioners for the Rec Centre – first stadium.

Repairs to Water Main Council wishes to thank residents for their patience whilst repairs were undertaken to a burst water main in Mirra Street.

Tender – Building Materials All building materials previously advertised have now been sold.

Irrigation Systems Contractors are presently checking all irrigation systems to street verges.

Richardson Place – Part Street Closure The north side of Richardson Place will be closed to traffic between 9.30am and 6pm on Saturday 25 October 2003 for the WMC Family Day. Accounts due for Payment Residents are reminded that electricity accounts are due for payment on 4 November 2003. Water accounts are due for payment on 17 November 2003.

Community Board The second meeting of the Community Board was held on 16 October 2003 – Reports are available from the Council Office.

Access to water and electricity meters Owners of properties are responsible for keeping safe and clear access to their power and water meters. Owners of properties who have failed to keep their meters accessible will be notified in writing with a request to do so.

Bushfire Prevention Residents are requested to tidy yards and surrounding areas of dry leaves, hazardous materials etc.. Fire danger season begins 1 November 2003 through to 1 April 2004. The Bushfire Prevention Committee will be meeting within the next fortnight.

Garbage Collection Residents are reminded that rubbish bin lids are to be closed down flat with no protruding rubbish. Rubbish left along side bins for pick up will not be collected.

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

Out of hours access call 08 8671 1154 Council Office Hours Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm

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

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SPORTS

Golf conditions good despite recent vandalism Orica sponsored the October Monthly Medal on October 18.

The early starters had calm conditions to play for the first two holes before the wind got up and continued to blow for the rest of the day.

The wind made the golf out there a little tough.

As always though, there are golfers on the day who are not affected by the conditions.

James Daley came in with a great score of 85 nett 68 to take out the overall Monthly Medal for October.

James only hit two fairways all day but his recovery golf was right on target and his short game helped him to one of his better stroke rounds for the season.

Three other golfers came in with nett 69’s for the day. llan Reat with his Nett 69 took out the C Grade MM, Nev Petherick’s 69 won him the A Grade MM. Scott Bray had another good round with a Nett 69 and was a sweepstakes winner.

The other sweepstakes winners for the day were Ted Charman Nett 71, David Gibson Nett 72 and Michael Champion Nett 72.

Long Drives on 18...Ladies: Di Beveridge, A Grade: Missed fairway, B Grade: Vlad Jamnicky, C Grade: Damien Flavel.

Nearest Pin on 4...Ladies: Missed green, A Grade; Robin Passmore, B Grade: Vlad Jamnicky, C Grade; Joel Roberts.

The Membership draw of $250 was won By Roger Scholefield.

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Saturday, October 11...After the very welcome rain the course greened up well for the October 11 competition. Some fairways are looking quite lush and one could almost imagine that you were on a real grass course, only problem is you don’t get much run.

The greens have been scarified and top dressed and on the weekend were very long. In fact the greens were very slow and players were having a few more putts than they wanted.

The greens have had their first cut and will be cut again for the weekend.

You will notice on the first fairway and green that some senseless idiots had been having their fun in vehicles doing wheelies and doughnuts causing extensive damage to the greens.

The fairways will come back fairly quickly but greens will take a while.

October 11 was a Stableford and the weather was perfect.

There was some confusion with the time starts but all who were there early got a game. Scott Bray went off early and was in the Clubhouse with 38 points.

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GOLFERS...Roxby regulars, top, Scott Bray putting the putt away, and right, David Gibson teeing off the 12th. little frustrated with his golf for a while but is getting back to his better form.

Di Beveridge had a later start and Scooter was anxious at the completion of 11 holes to find Di had 25 points in the bag. But in the end she only finished with 38 points missing a putt on the 18th for two points that ultimately lost her the overall win as the count back went to Scooter on a hole by hole count.

Scoot will also be pleased to know that he is back in A Grade.

Scooter’s playing partner, Tony Bidgood also had a good day with 37 points taking 3rd place.

There were 3 golfers on 36 points and on a count back David Gibson took out 4th.

The Long Drives on 3rd went to: Ladies: Di Beveridge, C Grade: Ted Charman, B Grade: Robert Charman, A Grade: Andy Graham.

Nearest Pins on 13th went to: B Grade: Andrew Wellington, C Grade: Barry Thompson.

The membership draw jackpots to $250 this Saturday as Christian McArthur wasn’t in the Clubhouse for the draw.

Strong turnout for Night Owls social bowls Vet extends consulting days The vet will be consulting at the Roxby Downs Veterinary Clinic for three days every fortnight.

Next vet days are: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday the 28th, 29th and 30th of October and also the 11th, 12th and 13th of November, 2003.

Phone 8671 0730 The clinic runs a 24 hour emergency service in Roxby Downs, 365 days a year by phoning 0419 806 392.

For more details see the web site at: http://www.whyallavet.com.au/roxby1.htm

Roxby Downs, Night Owls social bowls competition kicked off this month. In round 2, on October 17, Physical Rejects 73 defeated Broad Spectrum 47, Enterprise 73 defeated Yorkes 47, No Names 83 defeated N.F.I. 37, Funky Frogs 67 defeated Backfillers 53, Care Factor 79 defeated She Devils 41 and Norms 90 defeated Scrubbers 30.

B O W L S BOYS…Polishing their bowls and their skills for the new Night Owls season, from left, Michael Fuss and Phil Lovelock.

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SPORT Olympic Dam Football Club awards The Olympic Dam Football Club hosted its endof-year presentation dinner at the weekend.

Club presentations were made to: Best and Fairest – Anthony Howie.

Runner Up – Adam McEvoy.

Best Under 21 – Scott Montgomerie.

Most Improved – Nigel Burton.

Highest Goal Kicker – Wade Feltus.

Coaches Award – David Couzner.

Best Team Man – Freddie Lopez.

President Award – Lindy Clarke.

Patron Award – Lindy Clarke.

Mark Lindner Scholarship Award – Nigel Burton.

Certificate Awards 100 ODFC games Brett Hornhardt.

150 ODFC games Tim Lange.

150 ODFC games Tony Richter.

AFL Volunteers Award were presented by Bev Zeptner presented on behalf of the Woomera Districts Football League to Lindy Clarke, Cheryl Jacobs and Shane Eastwood.

Starting drivers on the right track DRIVER EDUCATION…Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club hosted a driver education program last week, introducing a new influx of competitors to the rules and responsibilities of local dirt circuit racing.

Club secretary Ruth Dempsey said dirt circuit was gaining popularity as a pastime for local women and teenagers, as well as the male drivers. “Our club is the only one in the region with this kind of introductory program,” she said. “It just means that those people who would normally be standing on the sidelines wanting to give it a go but not sure they could, can come along and learn more about it and get out on the track safely.”

Pictured at the driver education program, Ruth Dempsey, Rob Rainsford, Deb McKinnon, Blair McKinnon, Brad Spillman, Andrew Reed, Lisa McQueen, Sam Jordan, Damian Jones, Tom Spaeth and Tanisha McKinnon. The Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club currently boasts around 25 drivers, with the new influx set to inflate numbership to more than 30 people.

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HOCKEY...Roxby Downs Indoor Hockey Association held its end-of-year presentations this month. Organisers praised the efforts of parent supporters, as well as congratulating the ‘baby’ hockey players, above, and their ‘junior’ counterparts, top, on their hard work and skills improvement throughout the season.

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Solid local performance at state BMX titles

BEYBLADE...Eleven-year-old Beyblade competitor took fourth place ahead of more than 1000 young competitors in last month’s state Beyblade competition.

Strong placing for local beyblader Local Beyblade champion Jake Duggan, 11, narrowly missed out on a placing in the national Beyblade Battle last month.

He came fourth ahead of more than 1000 young competitors from throughout the state.

Over two days, Jake faced off against around 11 ‘battlers’.

After a shaky start, the young competitor regained the form that’s made him famous locally to nudge into the state’s final four.

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The Roxby Downs BMX Club fielded six riders at the 2003 South Australian BMX Association State Championships over the October long weekend at the Hallett Cove BMX track, home of The Cove BMX Club.

Three Roxby BMXers - Hayden Stolz, 6, Angus May, 7, and Eden Cooper, 6 - rode in the Sprocket Rocket participation classes for riders seven and under. This class is not officially scored so there are no ‘results’ as such; however, each one of the Roxby riders in the ‘Sprockets’ finished in the top three of a ‘moto’ at sometime throughout the weekend’s racing. There were a couple of firsts and seconds in the mix for good measure.

In line with the junior sports policy, each rider received a trophy and (number) plate to celebrate their participation.

Bryce Stolz, 8, had his first tilt at the Challenge classes, competing in the eight-year boys class. After riding well all weekend, Bryce earned a place in the final. In a fast final Bryce finished in eighth place overall to pick up a State plate at his first attempt. Bryce can now proudly ride with the number SA8 on his BMX bike, an excellent effort for a boy in only his second year of BMX racing.

Reece Cooper, 10, rode in two classes - the 10-year boys on the standard 20-inch bike, and the 8-10 Cruiser class. Reece missed out on making the final of the 10 boys by a solitary point; however in the 8-10 Cruisers Reece rode with great consistency, achieving finishes in the top three places in every moto except one. At the end of the weekend Reece finished third overall in the Cruisers to earn the honour of a podium finish and his first State plate, SA3.

Ethan Cooper, 11, rode in the 12-year boys Challenge class, unfortunately missing out on a place in the final.

Due to lack of numbers, Ethan’s nominated 11-12 age group in the Cruiser class could not be run, forcing Ethan to ride with older riders in the 13-14 Cruisers. Like brother Reece, Ethan put in more consistent results in the Cruiser class to earn a place in the final. In a very tight final, Ethan’s bike was taken out from underneath him when another rider tried to pass him with a ‘suicide’ move. This left Ethan and the other rider with their backsides trackside and a bit of work to do. Ethan was quickest back onto his bike but could not make up any ground on the front-runners, finishing with a creditable 7th place. Eleven-year-old Ethan can now ride his Cruiser with the State plate SA7.

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Local BMX competitors made a strong showing at the recent state championships in Hallett Cove.

Local swimmers are invited to be part of an upcoming clinic for country students and all school students are eligible.

This is an open invitation to non-swimming club members.

The clinic is currently planned for November 7, 8, and 9. The draught itinerary for the clinics includes: Friday 6pm Roxby Downs Swimming Club Training.

Saturday 10am – Noon Clinic Lunch Break 2pm – 4pm Clinic Evening Fundraiser barbeque dinner featuring guest speaker Australian Olympian Phil Rogers.

Sunday 10am - Noon Clinic Luncheon RDSC – discuss green license.

2pm – 4pm clinic $5 a head – fundraiser for Roxby Downs Swimming Club. Each clinic can include 40 children, aged eight to 12 years, on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

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SENIOR SWIMMERS…Roxby Downs Swimming Club’s newly-expanded senior swim team, from left, front, Katie Groom, Jade Morgan, Dominicka Jamnicky, Samuel Wilson, Jessica Katzorke, middle, Laura Kruger, Conor Morgan, Jonathon Kruger, Ellen Peters, Holly Tonkin, Tahnee Elliott, Natasha Fairweather and Alex Bishop, back, Shaun Taylor, Steven Pakpoy, Ricky Keller and Spencer Crafter-King.

New blood to revitalise swimming club A tide of renewed interest has seen Roxby Downs Swimming Club’s numbers swell this month, following a successful series of ‘come ‘n’ try’ evenings last week.

The club’s new membership boasts around 45 swimmers, aged from six to 17 years.

‘It’s really been an excellent turnout,” committee member and swimclub mum Carol Groom said.

“We’re expecting even more swimmers as the weather warms up, and anyone who is interested can still come along on a training night to check things out,” she said.

“With such a good turnout of kids, we could really do with a few more volunteer parent helpers.

“We have just one coach, Stuart Mills, and there’s a lot of bronze

medallists in town who could help out and relieve him a little, just by giving up an hour a week here and there.

“Maybe there’s businesses out there who can give support or incentives for Stuart and any other potential coaches who have to travel quite a bit to meets and training.

“We get a lot of support from our mums and dads for pack-up and sausage sizzles, but we’d like to see more parents stay to watch their kids train this year.

“We’ve obviously got the interest, and some real talent, now we’d like to build on that with some real community support.”

Roxby Downs swimmers are schedule to represent their club for the first time this season in Crystal Brook at the beginning of December.

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Junior netballers recognised Roxby Downs’ junior netballers were recognised last month at an end-of-season presentation.

Special awards were given out for stand-out performers in teams and the age groups.

Under 11s Association Best and Fairest – TaraJane Hill. Association Runner up – Emma Richards.

Bullets Most Valued Player – Katie Groom.

Bullets Coaches Award – Natasha Fairweather.

Lightning Most Valued Player – Brianna Allen.

Lightning Coaches Award – Jessica Reid.

Rockets Most Valued Player – Emma Richards.

Rockets Coaches Award – Kelly Cornish.

Shooters Most Valued Player – TaraJane Hill.

Shooters Coaches Award – Bianca Broome.

T-Birds Most Valued Player – Courtney St-John.

T-Birds Coaches Award – Natalie Wilson.

Under 13s Association Best and Fairest – Lorraine Girdham.

Association Runner-up – Rachel Sheppard.

Bullets Most Valued Player– Megan Traeger.

Bullets Coaches Award - Tara Trewartha.

Lightning Most Valued Player – Rachel Sheppard.

Lightning Coaches Award - Tiffany

Lloyd.

Opals Most Valued Player – Tegan Coombes.

Opals Coaches Award - Kristy Sunners.

Shooters Most Valued Player – Lorraine Girdham.

Shooters Coaches Award - Kate Zwar T-Birds Most Valued Player – Hannah Wilson.

T-Birds Coaches Award - Chelsea Noble-Bush.

Under 16s Association Best and Fairest – Petra Sheppard.

Association Runner-up - Sara Groom Bullets Most Valued Player – Kaidi James.

Bullets Coaches Award - Verity Casserley.

Lightning Most Valued Player – Kasiah Barrand.

Lightning Coaches Award - Emily Traeger.

Opals Most Valued Player – Petra Sheppard.

Opals Coaches Award - Samantha Sunners.

Shooters Most Valued Player – Sarah Groom.

Shooters Coaches Award - Natalie Gaerth.

T-Birds Most Valued Player – Kristen Woods.

T-Birds Coaches Award - Rebecca Clancy.

October 13, 2003 A Grade Somfaw 84 defeated Benders 76.

Prophets 82 defeated Easybeats 81.

B Grade All Blacks 121 defeated Angry Beavers 67 Salmon Haters 121 defeated VBs 75.

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October 15, 2003 A Grade Hornridge 31 drew with Rebels1 31.

Pearlers 40 defeated Keeches 12.

B Grade Shorties 27 defeated Masters 24.

Primemovers 20 defeated Rebels2 15.

Mixed The Trevs 22 drew with Miners2 22 Miners1 34 defeated Blues 25.

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DIRT CIRCUIT CHAMP...State title success for Steven ‘Wobbly’ Webber would not have been possible this month without the support of his fellow Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club members, including, back, from left, mum and dad Rhonda and John Webber, Blair McKinnon, Deb and James Beenham, Debbie McKinnon, Tanya Johnson, Tom Spaeth, Ruth Dempsey, Shaun and Bradley Johnson.

Steven ‘Wobbly’ Webber thought he’d blown his chances in this month’s 2003 Dirt Circuit State Championships when he hit the pits driving on just seven cylinders after his first practice round the day before the competition.

But the Roxby Downs Sporting Car Club contingent, who had followed their local competitors to Whyalla for the event, took up tools, scoured Whyalla for parts and had the Open Wheeler on its way to victory the next day.

“I couldn’t have done it without their help – it just wouldn’t have happened,” ‘Wobbly’ said.

After coming sixth in his first round, ‘Wobbly’ went on to take out the 2003 title, in a spectacular finale to a season of successes.

His wasn’t the only success at Whyalla – Damien Jones also took out a first on the day, which saw him come second in the overall state standard class.

The second round of the 2003 Dirt Circuit State Cham-

pionships were held in Whyalla over the October Long Weekend.

Nine Roxby Downs cars competed at the championships, with all cars providing an excellent weekends racing and bringing home a bushel of silverware.

The official team award – ‘The Dunns Brothers Trophy’ - was taken home by the Whyalla Club with Roxby Downs finishing runner-up for the third year in a row.

Justin Webb’s supercharged LJ Torana was set to redeem itself after a horror run in Port Lincoln during the first round. The Torana set the fastest time for the day on the way to claiming three wins a third and the honours for the day.

Local drivers Don McKinnon, Ruth Dempsey, Steve Keller, Deb Beenham and Karen Clements also performed well.

With the 2003 season coming to an end the final points meeting at Red Dunes Raceway, on October 25, from 7pm, will decide Roxby Downs’ own club champion.

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