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Not happy Jane Written by Stuart Deed

Plans to replace the decimated Andamooka Primary School with a Rural Children’s Centre and Library have caused enormous community anger and unrest.

A series of four fires at the school have destroyed nearly every building and has threatened to tear out the heart and soul of the local community.

The Department of Education and Children’s Services (DECS) has offered to ‘rebuild’ the school, with services from Reception to Year 3, with Year 4 – 5 children allowed to choose whether to stay in Roxby Downs or return to Andamooka.

Chairperson of the school’s governing council and local mother, Naomi Campbell, said she could not understand the decision.

“It’s a devastating and heart-wrenching blow to our community.”

“I am at a loss to understand how turning our students’ world upside down, again, and tearing the school in half is caring for them,” Mrs Campbell said.

Investigations into the fires at the school uncovered evidence of the misappropriation of funds totalling $190 - $350,000.

“It is my personal belief that the arson and fraud are linked,” Mrs Campbell said.

“It’s devastating to see our community has been charged with someone else’s crime and that we have been punished for that.”

Mrs Campbell said DECS had better be prepared for a fight.

“The governing council of this school will do everything in our power to see our school rebuilt and to provide better services for our children.”

“Come what may, we will be bringing all of the Andamooka students back to the school on September 25, which was exactly what DECS told us we could do. These children have been through enough this year,” Mrs Campbell said.

At a town meeting several months ago when the allegations of misappropriation of funds from the school by a former staff member emerged, townspeople were adamant the school had to be rebuilt to offer the same services.

However, the latest DECS offer falls well short of a complete rebuild.

Minister for Education, Dr Jane Lomax-Smith,

applauded the people of Andamooka for their strength but stopped short of agreeing to the community’s wishes.

“The fires caused significant trauma within the Andamooka community, but the community has shown great resilience in making sure their children’s education has not been interrupted.”

Dr Lomax-Smith said the new Rural Children’s Centre would provide childcare, playgroup, preschool and school services to children from birth to Year 3.

“Our main priority is to settle young students back in Andamooka rather than having them make the daily journey to Roxby Downs to attend school as they have done since the last fire.” continued on page 3

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Desert Springs Church

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Far North Photographics

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Johnston Withers

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Lavrick Engineering

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Limestone Coast Tourism

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Loreto College

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Marree Aboriginal School

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Native Animal Network

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Olympic Dam Operations

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Oracle Lending Solutions

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Other items to be auctioned include clothing, hair dressing vouchers, décor and auto accessories and the donations are still rolling in.

The Auction is only part of the day which starts with the traditional RFDS Golf Day. Registration is before 8.15am with the auction for holes being at 8.30am sharp for a 9.00am shotgun start.

To make sure of your place ring Robin Passmore on 8671 0992 and book now.

The day’s events and celebrations will conclude with a spectacular Fireworks show thanks to Olympic Dam Transport (ODT).

If you are a relatively new-comer to Roxby Downs, Woomera or Andamooka this is the event not to miss.

The Roxby Downs Royal Flying Doctor Service Auxillary have been organising this

event for over ten years and its success is legendary.

Last year the Roxby Downs Auxillary contributed 20% of all funds raised by the states 31 auxillaries.

Of course the event would not be so successful if it wasn’t for the generosity of sponsors such as the Roxby Downs Club, Roxby Downs Golf Club and BSH Transport and ODT Transport and the many donators to the auction. Thanks also go to the many people who have forwarded cash donations.

The Auction commences at 1.00 pm outside the Golf Clubhouse on the 11th green.

Fireworks just after sunset.

For pick up of last minute donations to the auction contact Marie Mc Cormack on 08 86710228.

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Need a new television, washing machine, dryer, or maybe you are more the outdoor type who would appreciate a stunning outdoor setting and a new set of tools, then again, maybe a holiday in the wine country is more your style?

These and many more items could become yours when they go under the auctioneers hammer at the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Auction to be held at the Golf Club next Saturday.

As always, there will be the chance for some serious bidding, a bargain or two and of course lots of fun.

All the time knowing your contributions will be going solely to the RDFDS.

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Fatter than anybody else Olympic Dam celebrates – that’s us staff long service

Written by Michelle Thomas

P

eople living South Australia’s Northern and Far Western areas are the fattest in the state, according to a South Australian Department of Health study.

The South Australian Monitoring and Surveillance System (SAMSS) found that people in the region were more likely to be overweight or obese than those in other areas of the state.

“When comparisons were undertaken by region, respondents living in the Northern and Far Western region were statistically significantly more likely to be overweight and obese than the other regions,” the SAMSS study stated.

Additional factors leading to increased weight which were identified by the study were gender (male), marriage status – those living with their partner were more likely to be at risk.

The study also stated that overweight people often did not eat fruit or

vegetables and many undertook some physical activity, but not enough to be of benefit to their health.

Statistics, which have remained fairly constant for the last four years, showed that 35.7 per cent of people in the region were overweight and over 29 per cent were obese.

Second on the list of overweight areas was the South East region, which recorded 25 per cent of people as being obese, followed closely by the Riverland, where almost 25 per cent were obese.

The Monitor will be running stories concerning the obesity epidemic over the coming weeks

See page 15 - Health Matters for information regarding childhood obesity

Above: debris left after one of the fires at the Andamooka Primary School earlier this year

Not happy Jane

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The Andamooka community has found an ally in the president of the South Australian branch of the Australian Education Union, Andrew Gohl.

“I think the state government has run roughshod over the community of Andamooka and completely ignored their requests, which is in contradiction to their election platform.”

“It’s simply not good enough,” Mr Gohl said.

Particularly galling to parents and Mr Gohl was that students had to travel by bus away from where they wanted to go to school.

“It’s not acceptable to make parents put their children on a school bus for five or more hours a week when the bus drives past the school where the parents want to send their children,” he said.

Mr Gohl said limiting the rebuilding of the school to Year 3 did not take into account the expanding population of Andamooka in line with the growth of Roxby Downs.

“It’s a very short sighted decision – it makes sense that during the expansion of the Olympic Dam mine, Andamooka will become a satellite town for Roxby Downs.”

“The state government needs to have a forward view on this and it makes sense to completely rebuild the school

because there will be some overflow into Andamooka from Roxby Downs and the state government should be prepared for that,” he said.

“This move is all about saving money but public education is a right and we put governments into power to protect that right,” Mr Gohl said.

In his opinion, Mr Gohl believed the Andamooka community needed to keep pressuring Dr Lomax-Smith and the government to fight for the future of the school.

“The school’s governing council needs to continue to mount a public campaign to ensure the SA government puts in place a provision of public education which meets community needs,” Mr Gohl said.

A community meeting will be held at 11am on Sunday, September 17, at the school’s quadrangle.

Mrs Campbell said she hoped to inform the community about the new facilities and what they will mean for students and parents.

Also up for discussion will be the campaign to bring Year 6 and 7 students back to the school.

After the meeting a sausage sizzle and “Back to School” car boot sale will be held, with spaces available for $10. Bookings for the sale can be made through Naomi Campbell on 0402 006 769.

A parent’s perspective The Department of Education and Children’s Services’ (DECS) decision to limit services at the Andamooka Primary School would have profound impacts on parents and children at the school.

Andamooka resident Gail Darling-Sunners is the proud mother of five children, all of whom have attended the Andamooka Primary School.

The youngest two children started the year at the primary school but have now been transferred to Roxby Downs Area School, where it seems they will be forced – by DECS – to stay.

Both children are in Year 5 and 6.

In addition to being at Andamooka Primary during an emotionally difficult year, both children suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and dyslexia.

Mrs Darling-Sunners said her children’s educations had to be carefully monitored to ensure proper care.

“Both of them were doing very well at Andamooka Primary School because their teachers understood their needs and had developed close relationships with them.

“But now they are at the area school in classes of 30 or more students and they will not get the attention they need.”

“The youngest one has already come to me and told me he wants to go back to Andamooka,” she said.

When her children were in Andamooka, Mrs Darling-Sunners said she could easily come to the school to offer support to either the teachers or her children because she lived within walking distance of the school.

“It’s a lot more difficult for me to help my children out now though because they’re not just down the road anymore – they’re 25 minutes drive away in another town.”

“My children are not ready for the transition to another school yet. I firmly believe they need that extra year in Andamooka because we could help them out with what I know will be a difficult time,” she said.

More than 130 people gathered at the Roxby Downs Cultural Precinct Auditorium on Saturday, September 2, for BHP Billiton Olympic Dam’s 2006 Staff Service Awards.

The annual e vent celebrates and recognises employe es who have achieved 10, 20 or 25 years service with BHP Billiton or Olympic Dam. In opening the event, O l y mp i c D a m A s s e t Leader Dean Dalla Valle said employee long service was a milestone worth celebrating.

“It’s an outstanding achievement to stay with the same company for 10 years or more, let alone 25 years, and I truly believe you are all well-deserving of your recognition tonight.”

“This is an opportunity for us to acknowledge each of these employee’s individual contributions to our success,” Mr Dalla Valle said.

Each of the recipients received a certificate, gift of their choice and a crystal trophy.

Twenty and 25-year service employees also received a limited-edition coin from the Australian Mint.

While the majority of the awardees had spent much or most of their careers at Olympic Dam, a number were also long-time BHP Billiton employees who had reached their long service milestones working elsewhere.

Mr Dalla Valle paid tribute to all recipients and said each was an important part of both the local community and the company.

Mr Dalla Valle also thanked the partners and families of award winners who had supported them over the years.

Special mention was made on the night to husband and wife team Vonda and Bluey Powell who both reached 20 years service after beginning at Olympic Dam in May 1986.

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In her acceptance speech, Vonda thanked Olympic Dam for the opportunities it had provided her and Bluey, saying they had enjoyed working at OD as well as raising their family in Roxby Downs.

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Where does your rates money go?

The Roxby Downs Council has released its budget for 2006 – 2007 which details the council’s planned income and expenditure for the coming year.

The document is available from council reception on request and shows the councils total budget is just over five million dollars, of which approximately 35 per cent ($1,751,774) is contributed by residents through rates.

For the uninitiated, the Roxby Downs council operates on a deficit in the region of $1.8 million which is paid equally by the State Government and BHP Billiton. Other income is derived from grants and water and fees for services.

It is a challenge for communities with such

a small rate base to provide and maintain all of the facilities and services their community’s request. Communities may want more but naturally they do not want their rates to increase.

In its advice to residents declaring the 20062007 rates the Roxby Downs Council included a visual break down of how rates payers’ money is spent.

The break down represents how many dollars per hundred is spent on key budget lines.

The Monitor has broken down these figures into five categories and invites residents to comment on the allocation of funds.

Do you think the allocations should be dif-

ferent, do you think it’s a fair allocation? For instance, would you spend more on Community Development and if so where would you cut it from? Would you raise rates so you could spend more?

We want your considered comments and thoughts and are asking how would you spend the budget You can respond by email to news@themonitor.com.au, fax to 8671 2843, post to PO Box 72, Roxby Downs, or drop it into our office in the council chambers.

This is how your rates money is allocated per hundred dollars Community Development: $20.36 per hundred dollars Includes, library, cultural services, community development and youth services.

Economic Development: $7.38 per hundred dollars Includes business, tourism Northern Regional Development Board, Signage, marketing and

Visitors Information Centre.

Infrastructure: $25.54 per hundred dollars Includes parks and gardens, public conveniences, roads and streets, footpaths and landscaping, street lighting and storm water.

Sport and Recreation: $23.56 per hundred dollars

Includes all sports, Leisure Centre, swimming and ovals.

Refuse: $16.20 per hundred dollars Includes refuse collection, landfill and recycling.

Other: $7.37 per hundred dollars Communications, Governance, dogs and cats and public conveniences

What do you think?

Let us know and we will report your thoughts in upcoming editions of The Monitor.

Pool opening for Summer

Shopping trolleys The Roxby Downs Council and Woolworths are working together to minimise the dumping of shopping trolleys in Roxby Downs.

Following complaints from tourists and locals about shopping trolleys being left on council and BHP land, Municipal Works Manager, Dave Watson and Woolworths representatives met to discuss how to resolve the problem.

“The trolleys are unsightly.”

“We want tourists to get a good impression of Roxby Downs so they will promote the area as a great place to visit in their travels,” Mr Watson said.

The Council would like to encourage

community members who see a dumped trolley to contact them, or to ring Trolley Tracker on 1800 641 497.

Any person reporting a dumped trolley goes into a monthly draw to win a $1000 open order that can be used in any store owned by Woolworths, including BigW and Dick Smiths.

“We appreciate people who ring in to this service,” Project Manager for Trolley Tracker, Lyn Hall said.

“We often find that they are not doing it for the reward, but to help keep their environment attractive and look after their local community.”

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The swimming season is almost upon us and the Roxby Downs Cultural and Leisure Centre will be opening the pool on Sunday, October 1.

A variety of different tickets are available with family passes (two adults and two children) starting at $199, a season pass for an adult is $75 and casual visits will set you back three dollars.

Non-swimming, supervising adults (18+) who accompany a child 10 years or under will be admitted free of charge.

Opening times at the pool are as follows.

General use: Monday – Friday, 3 – 6pm; weekends 10am – 8pm.

For lap swimmers: Monday – Friday, 6 – 8:30am; Monday – Thursday 6 -7pm (two lanes); weekends, 9 – 10am.

Swim club members: Monday – Thursday, 4:30 – 7pm (three lanes).

Anyone using the pool must be aware of the pool rules - Lifeguards instructions must be followed, glass bottles are not permitted and alcohol is not to be consumed on the premises.

Children under 10 MUST be accompanied by a supervising parent or guardian over the age of 18 years.

Children under 10 years not accompanied by an adult will be refused entry.

Running around the edges of the pool is not permitted, nor is bombing into the pool.

So, head into the Leisure Centre to pick up your season tickets and take full advantage of the facilities on offer for what will surely be a long hot summer.

Roxby Downs police news A 29-year-old Roxby Downs man was arrested for breaching his bail conditions on Friday, September 8.

As this was a repeat offence, the male was refused bail and taken to Port Augusta where the following day he went before a Magistrates bail review and was released.

On the same day in an unrelated matter a 28-year-old man from Port Augusta was arrested for refusing to submit to an alcotest. The man has since been bailed to appear in the Magistrates Court.

From September 7 - 9, police from Roxby Downs, Woomera, Port Augusta Criminal Investigations Bureau and the Dog Operations Unit were involved in Operation Vulcan.

This local operation targeted the movement of drugs into the area.

The primary focus of the Operation was the large number of workers being flown into the Woomera Airport. It is pleasing to report that no illicit drugs were located. At the same time the Police used the drug detection dogs to search premises in the area with two expiation notices issued for possession of cannabis and equipment.

Operation Vulcan is part of an ongoing campaign to minimise the presence of drugs in our community and the local police are always interested in suspicious behaviour which may indicate the manufacture, sale or supply of illegal drugs.

Any information can be passed in confidence to local police or through the Bank SA Crime Stoppers.

Police reported a 24-year-old Roxby Downs man for driving an unregistered and uninsured motor vehicle, driving whilst not licensed and failing to keep to the left of the road on Tuesday, September 5.

Minor damage was reported to the side fence of the new shops on Tutop St. Police reported a 24-year-old man from Pt Pirie on Monday, September 4, for driving without due care following a vehicle collision. www.themonitor.com.au

Tom Beever Family and Youth Officer

Family Matters

Relationships matter Relationships! We all have them, we all enjoy them, we can all be frustrated in them and…it’s hard to be functional at work, be happy in the home, successful or survive in life without them.

Relationships aren’t an option but a necessity for our health and wellbeing.

American studies have shown that single men are jailed more often, earn less, have more illness and die at a younger age than married men.

Married men with cancer live 20 per cent longer than single men with the same cancer. Women, who often have more close friendships then men, survive longer with the same cancers.

All of which tells us, married or not, relationships keep us alive.

Of course, when I talk about relationships keeping us alive…I’m talking about healthy relationships, not bad ones.

I don’t know anyone who enjoys bad relationships which is just as well because the evidence is endless in regards to the importance of healthy relationships.

However, while enjoying healthy relationships is one thing, maintaining them is another!

We all know how easy it can be to fall into difficulties in a relationship, which is to be expected because it’s unrealistic to think that we’ll all journey through life without ever experiencing difficulties in some of our relationships.

On a humorous side, in regards to relationships, I like these words that are written on a tombstone in England; “Beneath this stone lays one whose life Was spent in quarrels and in strife Wake not his spirit from its rest For when he slept the world was blest” Then there’s these words that are written on a tombstone that I think were supposed to mean well but can be interpreted to mean something else; “She lived with her husband fifty years And died in the confident hope of a better life” Seeing the funny side of things is great for any relationship. But one thing we need to remember is that developing and maintaining relationships is a life long commitment.

Regardless of our age or experience our relationships will always present us with new and demanding challenges that can sometimes lead to conflict or difficulties.

We shouldn’t be worried about that because conflict and difficulties can actually be an opportunity for us to re-evaluate things that can lead to growth and maturity.

In fact, the difference between relationships that work, and those that don’t is how well people/couples deal with the challenges and problems they face.

The other thing we need to remember in regards to relationships is that some deceive themselves into thinking that if they ignore a problem long enough it will go away. Unfortunately, problems rarely, if ever, disappear.

The longer we ignore relationship problems, the worse they can become. Ignore a chest cold and it can become bronchitis, ignore a knock in an engine, and eventually it will blow up!

Ignore a conflict with someone and it can result in a total relationship breakdown.

We also need to keep in mind that the relationships we have at work are a major part of our life because work related difficulties and stresses can affect our personal and family well-being just as difficulties at home can affect our performances at work.

Therefore, I hope none of us go to work to, “just do our job!” Instead I hope we go to work so that we can also do whatever we can to maintain good healthy working relationships that will in turn benefit our home life as well as our work.

Obviously there are people we don’t wish to be the best of friends with and there are those, (for lots of different reasons) we’d struggle to give the time of day to.

But where relationships really matter - like marriage/partner, home, family, work, business, sport and re-recreation, healthy relationships aren’t an option…but an absolute necessity!

(Tom will focus on the subject of relationships in his column for the next four weeks).

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What a load of rubbish On Sunday, September 10, about 30 caring Roxby residents took on the onerous task of cleaning up the notorious Opal Road.

The stretch suffers extensive littering due to uncovered trailers and utes travelling out to the landfill area.

Volunteers of all ages donned luminous yellow vests and gloves in perfect weather and concentrated on areas of bush on either side of the road.

Within an hour collectors had filled a trailer converted into a mobile bin to overflowing.

Organiser Stephen Moss was rushed to keep up with the collectors as the filled bags lined the roadway waiting to be picked up.

An alarming amount of plastic and polystyrene was pulled out of bushes and trees as well as bottles and cans, and an entire trailer load of rubbish was filled at the entrance to the landfill alone.

Mr Moss said he was very happy with the level of participation in the clean-up but disappointed by the lack of concern

from residents who had littered in the first place.

“I am delighted with the area the volunteers managed to clear and the high volume of rubbish collected.”

“People would not rubbish their own homes or back yard in this way I can’t see how they think it is okay on our roads and reserves,” Mr Moss said.

“The exercise does not finish with the clean up day. The council are supporting the project and are going to monitor any new ‘rubbishing’ to pin point the source of the rubbish so new strategies can be developed,” he said.

Mr Moss thanked all the people who had made the day successful, and in particular BHP Billiton, Coates Hire, BHS Transport, Roxby Downs Council, The Roxby Sun, The Monitor Newspaper and ROXFM. His final word was to encourage residents to think and make sure all loads are tied down properly in transit to the landfill site to reduce littering in the future.

Above: Organiser Stephen Moss and Duncan Atkins emtying bags of rubbish. Below: Rubbish collected at the clean up on the weekend.

Walking in the footsteps of Diggers Local business people Ken and Val Lamb, owners of Olympic Dam Transport, have put their support behind their nephew, Troy Clements, in his bid to walk the Kokoda Trail for charity.

Mr Clements is a Senior Fire Fighter with the Adelaide Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS), where he has worked for six years, and will walk the Kokoda Trail in mid October.

The Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea was defended at great cost by Australian soldiers against invading Japanese troops during World War II. Accompanying Mr Clements will be former Sydney Swans footballer, Troy Gray, ten other volunteers and a three-person film crew, which will document the adventure for Channel 9 in Adelaide.

“We hope to raise $50,000 for the Guide Dogs Association of South Australia and Northern Territory which should be enough money to train two seeing-eye dogs from puppies to adults,” Mr Clements said.

The trek will take place from October 13 – 22.

“I guess I have always admired the Armed Forces and the Diggers for their defence of this country and have always been interested in visiting the historical sites.”

“I went to Changi Prison in Singapore last year and would like to go to Gallipoli next year but when the opportunity to walk the Kokoda Trail came up through a mutual friend I jumped at the chance,” Mr Clements said.

“It’s also a fantastic way of raising money for the Guide Dogs Association of South Australia and the Northern Territory,” he said.

A former Roxby Downs resident and SANFL footballer, Mr Clements said he was wary of the physical challenge the trail would provide.

“Two people have already died this year attempting the trek and there are a number of factors which I anticipate will make it pretty tough.”

“It’s 96km in six days but it will be at the start of the monsoon season so it will probably be muddy and there are the different environments to deal with as well.”

“At the start we’ll be in tropical jungle but later we’ll be up in the high country where it will be cold,” he said.

Mr Clements hoped his football training and general fitness from his job as a fire fighter would leave him in good condition for the trek.

Some of the other volunteers had been training at least once per week by hiking through the Adelaide Hills.

Despite the possible hardship and adverse conditions, Mr Clements said he was looking forward to undertaking the trek.

“It’s going to be a tremendous personal and group challenge for all of us but I think we’ve all bonded together pretty well and it should be a memorable experience.”

Mr Clements wanted to extend his appreciation to Val and Ken Lamb who provided a considerable amount of the funding towards the charity walk.

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Student’s night of knights

I Love The Knight Life is a very funny musical set in the Court of Camelot.

Cursed by the evil Morgan Le Fey, Queen Guinevere and the Knights of the Round Table must find the six stolen CDs or suffer an eternity of the King’s obsession with Elvis Presley songs.

Directed by Mrs Joslyn Fox and Mr Stephen Bice.

There a still a few seats available for this Friday night’s production of “I love the Knight Life” held at the Auditorium starting at 7:30pm.

Tickets cost $12 Adults, $5 Children or $30 Family (2 adults, 2 children).

Tickets are available from Roxby Downs Area School and The Cultural Precinct.

R-6 news Year 7-12 news Open Day/Book Week – What a busy week! If you visited the library during Book Week you would have appreciated all the hard work that went into the amazing displays presented by students, teachers and library staff.

Congratulations to all involved and to individual and class winners of the many Book Week competitions.

Open Day on Wednesday, August 23 once again attracted many visitors to classrooms and the comments received from parents and other visitors were extremely positive.

Classes presented a variety of interactive lessons and displayed their great work efforts from throughout the year. Well done to all involved.

Father’s Night – On Thursday, August 31, in the week prior to Father’s Day, the R-2 children invited their dads, granddads and male carers into the school to share in an evening of games and activities.

Approximately 95 ‘dads’ and at least one grandad attended and the children excitedly showed them their classrooms and schoolwork and then participated in some fun activities. To all the dads and male carers who attended, the children really enjoyed sharing this time with you! A special thankyou also to the R-2 teachers for organising the evening.

Year 5/6 Camps- All year 5 and 6 students have recently participated in 3 day camps to Melrose. From all reports the camps were enjoyed by all. A big thankyou to the teachers for their organisation, parent helpers and students, who, from all accounts were overall great ambassadors for the school.

Parent/Teacher Interviews – A reminder to parents that these will be held in Week 9 September 18 - 22 (Headstart Week 10). If you have not yet received information regarding these via the contact book or diary please contact your child’s teacher.

Parent/Teacher meetings are an essential part of developing partnerships between parents, teachers and students and contribute to your child’s success at school.

Lyn Ferenci R-6 Assistant Principal

We are on the downward run of term 3 now and I don’t feel like I’ve been away at all.

This has been a very busy term and it’s not over yet.

The Year 10 SACE Information/Career Pathway night on August 21 was very well attended with over 55 parents and students in attendance.

It was held at the theatrette and featured a range of speakers explaining possible career pathways available to Year 10s over the next few years.

This included university requirements, TAFE entry (including pre-voc), School Based New Apprenticeships, the South Australian Certificate of Education and studying by Distance Education.

Feedback on the evening has been very positive from both parents and students.

The Course Counselling days for Year 10 and 11 students were held in week 6 (August 24 and 25), and are planned to follow closely on the heels of the Year 10 Information Night.

This ensures that both students and parents are well equipped to make informed decisions about subject choices for next year.

The counselling process went very smoothly and the majority of students were accompanied by their parents which is terrific to see.

The best results are obtained when subject selections are a joint effort between both parents and children.

At this stage it appears that we will have the biggest Year 11 group in the history of the school.

This is a win-win situation for everyone as it means we can offer a wider

Student Voice sausage sizzle and coin trail On Thursday the 7th of September students at Roxby Downs Area School were involved in activities to educate them about poverty as a part of the 40 hour famine.

Friday the 8th of September students bought in a gold coin donation to construct a coin trail, with all donations going to the 40 hour famine.

At lunchtime student voice representatives and helpers cooked a sausage sizzle and sold drinks to celebrate students efforts in fundraising for people in need.

All the money we collected from the coin trail will be sent to the 40 hour

Famine foundation.

This year’s Famine focus is East Timor, one of Australia’s closest and poorest neighbours.

40% of all kids in East Timor suffer from malnutrition, one of the highest rates in the world.

For every $40 we raised as a school we can help feed and care for eight hungry kids, we are hoping to raise enough money to care for many children and for longer than one month!

Thank you to all parents and students who donated money for the coin trail, the total amount we raised will be in the Roxby Reminders.

Parents & Friends Report Above and top: Daniel Fox, Josh Bishop and Kristen Worby during recent dress rehersals for the upcoming “I Love The Knight Life” play to be held Friday, September 15, 2006.

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selection of face-to-face subjects.

At the 7-12 assembly in week 4 we handed out certificates for academic achievement in semester 1.

The following students gained the highest possible marks in every subject and are to be commended for their efforts: Year 7:Shauna Franks, Elizabeth Gray Year 9:Simon Gray, Tim West Year 10: Kelvin D’Amore, Casey Potts Year 11: Zak Zeptner Year 12: Jamie-Lee Oldfield Our congratulations also go to all other certificate recipients, including those who received either Merit or High Achievement awards.

It was also great to see an increase in the number of parents who attended this term.

The next major event at Roxby Downs Area School will be the performance of ‘I Love The Knight Life’ in week 8 (September 15).

‘I Love The Knight Life’ is a very funny musical set in the Court of Camelot.

Cursed by the evil Morgan Le Fey, Queen Guinevere and the Knights of the Round Table must find the six stolen CDs or suffer an eternity of the King’s obsession with Elvis Presley songs.

Students from years 5-12 have been rehearsing steadily since term 1, and we hope you will support us by purchasing your tickets from either the school or the Cultural Precinct.

There are only a limited number available so buy early to avoid disappointment.

Joslyn Fox - Assistant Principal 7-12

At the time of writing this report I am unable to report on the September Meeting as it was rescheduled.

A full report will be in the next edition of the Monitor Our next Market Day is Saturday September 16th.

Please come along and support us by purchasing a hot tea/coffee, a cold drink or have a bite to eat at our P & F Corner.

Once again there will be Girl and Boy Showbags for $5 and Lucky Dips for $1 at our stall.

Annette Jackson – On behalf of P&F Committee

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Despite the significant numbers of Australians affected by hepatitis C there is still quite a lot of stigma and misunderstanding within our communities which impacts on the health and wellbeing of people diagnosed with this virus. This event is one of many community events being held throughout Australia to mark National Hepatitis C Awareness Week. This presentation is for anyone interested in knowing more about hepatitis C. When:

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Principally speaking

Written By Greg Berry – Principal

Why the English Language is so hard to learn I often have some interesting and thought provoking items sent to me by friends and recently I received some correspondence that shows just how complex the english language is.

Many of you will have seen these tongue twisters and challenged yourself to read them without mispronouncing any of the words.

Try this challenge, by reading these statements aloud without hesitation.

Above: Learning about fossils, from left, Hollie Cockshell, Delaney Evans, Jess Weltner, Julie Pearson and Shane Hodgson.

Visit by local Palaeontologists On Thursday, August 31 our Year 9 Science class had a visit by local Palaeontologists Tom and Sharon Hurley.

They set up some samples of fossils that have been found in the local area up to Lake Eyre as a display.

They had a turtle head, a squash turtle a piece of petrified wood a fish head, a stone with leaf prints and part of a Plesiosaur backbone.

Tom explained how fossils form and that most of the ones recovered are of ancient marine animals.

They are more common as in the past large areas of Central Australia were covered by shallow inland seas.

They explained how it takes a lot of time and expert knowledge of animal anatomy to remove the rock away from the petrified bones with the use of a small drill.

It was really interesting seeing the examples and with Tom and Sharon explaining how the animals lived.

We would like to thank them for giving up their valuable time to talk to us.

9-a-side football On Tuesday, August 29, Roxby Downs Area School and St Barbara’s played in a 9 A Side football carnival.

The SANFL and the North Adelaide Football Club supported the carnival.

There were three grades, a year 5 / 6 boys team, a year 7 boys team and a 5 / 6 / 7 girls team.

Each grade played two games of football.

The 5 / 6 boys team were too strong for St Barbara’s winning both games.

The year 7 boys team had a win and a loss. The girls team were unable to win a game, they tried hard but were out skilled on the day.

At the end of the day, both schools had won three games each, however RDAS

Hat Policy

Groundsman Steve Marsh proudly displaying the new garden area outside the Library/Canteen. Steve played a major role in preparing this area, laying the irrigation system and finally spreading the bark chips.

Parents and Friends generously donated $1500 towards this project.

6-12 Opening Night Musical - I Love the Knight Life” Market Day 9/10 Basketball Whyalla Governing Council 7:30pm in Staff Room Student Voice Disco R-6 Performance “Music is fun” R-6 Assembly 11:20am R-12 Parent Interviews Festival of Music Choir Trip Australian Film Festival Early Closure 2:10pm 3-12 Quiz Night R-12 Assembly 12:00 Last Day Term 3 Dismissal 2pm School Holidays 1st Day Term 4

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Staffing

I am currently in the process of trying to manage our staffing requests for next year.

It appears that we will retain most of our staff in the Secondary part of the school, but we will have changes in the Primary section because of Maternity Leave and some staff transfers.

I can also inform parents that we soon will be advertising external vacancies for the Deputy Principal and Primary R to 6 Assistant Principal positions and hope to interview applicants early next term.

I will keep families informed of all transfers both in and out when I have a clear picture of all new appointments and confirmed destinations for staff who will be leaving us.

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The bandage was wound around the wound.

The farm was able to produce produce.

The dump was so full that it had to refuse refuse.

We must polish the Polish furniture.

He could lead if he could get the lead out.

Since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present.

A bass was painted on the base of the bass drum.

When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes.

I did not object to the object.

When in the desert the soldier decided to desert.

The insurance was invalid for the invalid There was a row among the oarsmen about how to row.

They were too close to the door to close it.

The buck does funny things when the does are present.

To help with planting the farmer at ‘Animal farm’ taught his sow to sow.

After a number of interjections my jaw got number.

Upon seeing the tear in the painting I shed a tear.

I had to subject the subject to a series of tests.

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The carnival aimed to promote competi- 11. tive competition that developed teamwork, 12. sportsmanship and football skills.

The year 7 boys games displayed some 13. long kicking and outstanding skills 14. and overall, good strong competitive 15. football.

The 5 / 6 boys provided some skillful 16. and exciting goals from many players.

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The girls worked hard to improve their 18. skills and keep control of the football.

Thank you to everyone who helped and No wonder young children and new arrivals to our supported the day, and look forward to a country often struggle with our language ! bigger carnival next year.

Zane Petty.

North Adelaide Visit On Monday the 28th of August Damien Cunningham from the North Adelaide Football Club and Shane Grimm from the SANFL visited RDAS to conduct football clinics with the Reception to Year 6 students.

The students were involved in goal kicking, handballing and tackling drills.

“My favourite thing was bumping the tackling bag”.

Jack Seery “I enjoyed kicking the footballs, but I wasn’t very good. I didn’t kick a goal. I liked tackling the most!”

Laura O’Sullivan “It was fun because we did a lot of kicking. My favourite part was tackling”. Daniel Adamson Year 4 “I liked the tackling and bumping bag, it was fun”.

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As the weather begins to improve it is important to stress that we are a sun smart school who support all initiatives to prevent skin cancer caused by exposure to the sun.

For this reason, we ask that all students wear a broad brimmed hat when they are outside the classroom.

No teacher likes to ‘nag’ a student to get them to wear a hat and I have asked ALL staff to remind students to comply with this school policy.

It is a policy that has been 100% endorsed by the Governing Council and which has been formulated to protect your children.

Please support all of us by insisting that your children have their hats with them each day and talk with them about the positive outcomes that a small amount of prevention now can have in a beneficial way for the future.

Staff do not like having to remind students to wear hats (particularly older students) but they are only following the requests of a responsible community for us to be pro-active in preventing skin cancer.

Greg Berry Principal

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News in brief Volunteering Audit

Men’s shed – do we need one?

The Volunteering audit proposed at the Volunteering Partnership meeting on August 16 has been completed, with some interesting results.

Among the twenty-odd organisations contacted were the CFS, SES, Parents and Friends, Royal Flying Doctors Auxilliary, various sporting groups, Arid Recovery and Rox FM. The audit showed 325 people volunteering in a wide range of roles.

Volunteers are responsible for everything from setting up exhibitions to responding to accidents and emergencies, tour guiding, research, presenting on the radio, bus driving, fundraising, umpiring and even feral animal control.

No task is too small for these hard working volunteers.

As discussed at the Volunteering Partnership meeting in August, the problem seems to be attracting more people to the roles.

“It’s about raising community awareness about the value of volunteering, particularly amongst young people,” Executive Officer of the Roxby Downs Community Board, Michelle Hales said.

Secretary of the Roxby Downs Netball Association, Michelle Casserly said they are always seeking volunteers.

“We have found that over the last couple of seasons we are struggling to get parents even to turn up to watch their children play, let alone joining a committee or volunteering,” Ms Casserly said.

“People cite work or shift work as a reason they are unable to volunteer, so we are at the moment struggling to find an answer for this dilemma,” she said.

“The few who are volunteering feel there is increased burn out and people won’t volunteer the next year.”

Community Board at Market Day

The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Partnership met The Community Board and Forums are now going on September 7. to have a permanent site at market days, manned by The discussion focused on the benefits of a Men’s Shed members. in providing an outlet for men, particularly those living They will be keen to listen to and talk with market in the camps, for activities outside of sport. goers about their suggestions and ideas for improving After working long hours many turn to venues to our community. pass the time which can lead to alcohol and substance The Board see market days as a great opportunity to abuse. generate an exchange of ideas and better inform the Living in a remote location away from family and friends community of its initiatives. can lead to people feeling isolated and depressed.

“I think it is important that the individual members of A Men’s Shed can assist in breaking this cycle. the Community Board are accessible to the community,” Men’s Sheds are popping up all over the country as a Community Board Member and Chairperson of the Arts meeting place for men to chat, make things and share and Culture Forum, Yvette Mooney said. skills in trades such as carpentry, car restoration and “Market day, being the local institution that it is, maintenance, metal work, and furniture making. provides a great opportunity for that,” she said.

The possibilities are endless with some even incorpoAt the last market day, the Arts and Culture Forum rating bicycle repairs, model making and clock making.

In Taree in New South Wales the members build conducted a survey and collected names for an Arts wheelchairs from donated bike parts to send to landmine Register. and polio victims overseas.

The survey gathered information about artists in the They also repair bikes to send to children living in area and the Register collected the names and email Tsunami affected regions like Aceh. In Roxby Downs addresses of both artists and anyone interested in arts the practicalities of life in the camps mean men cannot in the region. bring their tools from home and pursue their hobbies Arts Development Officer, Rodney Mitchell was very while they are here. pleased with the community’s reaction.

A Men’s shed would provide a pool of tools, workshop “We got over a dozen new contacts, both from artists space and a meeting place and there would be opporand people interested in the arts, and we have received a tunities for young people could learn new skills and be number of enquiries about membership to the Arts and mentored by male role models.

Culture Forum,” Mr Mitchell said.

The Partnership will do further research into Men’s Eight students from the Indigenous Communities People who missed out on registering their interest for Sheds and investigate potential funding options.

(APY Lands) near the SA/NT border will be involved in a the Arts Register or filling out a survey at the last market Possible ideas include getting the tools donated and leading educational initiative between the Arid Recovery day will be able to do so on September 16. using recycled materials.

Program and an Australian Government Initiative, know Register your interest Enquiries should be directed to the Arts and Culture as Gateways. for the Arts Register on Juliette Demaine, Project Officer for Gateways based September 16 Forum member at the Community Board site.

The Office for Volunteers has released a number of in Roxby Downs said the project will see the students fact sheets to cover topics relevant to volunteer involving complete work from the Certificate in Conservation and organizations.

Land Management.

“Students will be involved in working with Arid Topics include: Recovery staff to catch, tag and monitor, track, identify • Group insurance for the Volunteer Community and handle the animals,” Ms Demaine said Environment Partnership 1 3 September 7.00pm • Implementing a Disputes Resolution Policy “The staff at Arid Recovery have put together an Family and Youth Forum 18 September 7.30pm • Engaging People with Disabilities in Volunteering excellent program for the students learning at the site,” Arts and Culture Forum 27 September 7.30pm • Solving Volunteer Workplace Disputes she said Alcohol & Substance Abuse Part. 19 October 7.30pm • Risk Management Students completing the program will be able to gain Health Forum 31 October 7.30pm • Recognising Your Volunteers both units from the Certificate in Education and TAFE, • Incorporating Community Groups with opportunities to further their studies at Certificate • Volunteer Protection Act 2001 level or gain access to university courses.

Dates and times of meetings were correct at time of publication.

• Media Guide for Volunteering Organisations The initiative could also lead to direct employment For further information and check venue locations please contact Michelle • Sponsorship Guide for Volunteering Organisations opportunities in conservation or allied areas, particularly Hales on 0438871153 If you would like to access any of these fact sheets in association with mining.

The course has been carefully developed to build on please contact Michelle Hales on 0438 871 153 Cultural understandings passed down from elders.

For further details visit: www.community.roxbydowns.

“We are excited by the opportunities presented to these com students, and the fabulous support from Arid Recovery staff Adam Bester and Bec Gotch, the Friends of Arid Recovery, and BHP Billiton staff,” she said.

WE NEED YOUR HELP “It is another achievement the whole community of Do you have an issue that you want raised at any of the meetings?

Roxby Downs can take pride in.”

Do you have suggestions, ideas or feedback that you want passed on for considDo you have a couple of hours The students may be seen out and about in Roxby eration and action? a month to spare?

Downs between September 18 - 21 so feel free to say Would you like to come along to a meeting and speak about a topic? Would you hello and welcome them to our part of South Australia. like to join a Forum or Partnership?

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Do you have skills in note taking and typing?

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The answer begins here.

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Log a question at:

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Or post a letter to:

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The Roxby Downs Kindergarten came alive on the night of September 5, with children bringing their dad’s/male carers along to see just what happens at Kindergarten.

A fun night was had by all who attended, with some very proud children and “dad’s”!

Left and below left: Kindergarten children sharing their activities with their dads at the recent “Father’s Night” at the Roxby Downs Kindergarten

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49C Maireana Circuit - Investment Villa Well located villa home. 3 bedrooms, 2 way 37 Bopeechee Street - Impressive Executive Residence bathroom, electric kitchen. ducted evap. cooling, “WOW” 4 bedrooms, ensuite, walk in robe & carport U.M.R. Good size pergola area. Garden Built in robes. Separate lounge, magnificent shed. Leased until August 2007 @ $300/week. gas kitchen, dual sink, rangehood, dishwasher, ample cupboards, open plan dine/family room. $299,950.

Ducted evap. cooling throughout, gas heating.

Magnificent outdoor entertaining area including built in BBQ, garden shed & fernery. Fully fenced in ground salt water pool. Rent potential $375 - $400 p/week, or just 69 Pioneer Road - Priced Just Right move in.$385,000 Web ID: 834657 3 Bedroom home offering bir’s, good size lounge, dining with sliding door to rear, Andamooka Allotment 592 kitchen with gas stove, range hood & ample 2 Three bedroom home on approx. 1800m of land, corner location with good cupboards bathroom with shower, bath & vanaccess, carport, sheds, rainwater tanks. Currently leased until October. ity large rear pergola, adj. fully fenced pool with $168,000. paving & imitation lawn. C/bond tool shed & GI garden shed, single c/port UMR & drive thru sales gates to paved shaded extra c/port. Currently leased @ $320p/w $327,000.

35 Bopeechee Street - Entertainers Delight Fabulous home offering 3 good size bedrooms

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41 Pioneer Drive - Secure Investment Well positioned family home 3 good size brms all with bir’s, separate entry, large lounge, spacious dine, gas kitchen, WI pantry. Large rumpus & storage room, ducted evap cooling, gas heating, ceiling fans, roller shutters, IG fibreglass pool. Leased to BHP @ $1303p/month. $374,950 Web ID: 840870 66 Stuart Road - Start Your Investment Portfolio Now Well located family home of 3 good size bedrooms all with BIR’s. Cosy lounge with gas wall furnace, spacious dining, gas kitchen, ducted cooling, full length rear verandah. Double colourbond garage. Leased to BHP till 26/01/07. $359,000 Web ID: 834362 102 Stuart Road - Invest in Quality Fabulous family home, 3 bedrooms. BIR’s. Separate lounge, spacious family/dine. Karge gas kitchen with dishwasher. Ranger hood, pantry, ducted evap. cooling, gas heatng, carport UMR, large outdoor entertaining area. 9mx6m garage.

12 month lease @ $335 p/w. Web I.D. 843526.

75 Stuart Road Roxby Downs - Fabulous Investment Opportunity Family home of 3 bedrooms with bir’s, master with wall mtd air con, good size lounge, dining with sliding door to rear, practical kitchen with gas stove, dishwasher & ample cupboards, ducted evap aircon & gas space heating, single c/port UMR & extra off drive parking 7.5m x 6m x 2.4m high c/bond double garage with power large rear verandah & good size pergola with fernery. C/B tool shed, large rear yard with easy care gardens & auto irrigation. Currently tenated @ $315 per week & increasing to $350 p/w. $329,950. Web. ID. 833885.

16 Wirrda Street - Another Great Investment Well presented & located 4 bedroom home, ensuite & bir’s throughout. Spacious lounge, dine & gas kitchen with rangehood, dual sink. Timber Venetian blinds. Lovely outdoor paved entertaining area. Currently leased to BHP until 8 August 2007. $369,950 Web ID. 834921.

3A Willaroo Street - Investment That Won’t Last 3 bed maisonette, BIR’s, spacous lounge/dine, gas kitchen. Carport UMR. Ducted evap. cooling, gas heating, tool shed. Pergola, Leased until Nov. 2007. $259,950. Web I.D. 843367.

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49C Maireana Circuit Investment Village Well located villa style home of three bedrooms.

All with BIR’s, medium size lounge room & spacious adjacent dining with sliding door to outdoor entertainment area.

Compact kitchen with electric cooker, bathroom with shower, bath & vanity (2

way ensuite to master).

Ducted evaporative cooling, single carport UMR with drive through gates, small front verandah and good size pergola area, single garden shed.

Leased until August 2007 at $300 per week.

37 Bopeechee Street Impressive Executive Residence Four bedrooms, ensuite, walk in robe and built in robes. Separate lounge, magnificent gas kitchen, dual sink, rangehood, dishwasher, ample cupboards, open plan dine/family room.

Ducted evaporative airconditioning throughout, gas heating.

Magnificent outdoor entertaining area, including built in BBQ, garden shed and fernery. Fully fenced, in ground salt water pool.

Rent potential $375 - $400/week or just move in. $385,000. Web ID 834557

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Three large bedrooms all include built in robes, main bedroom inlcudes reverse cycle split system airconditioning.

Well equipped gas kitchen, spearate dining, large lounge with 2 1/2 h/p reverse cycle air conditioning, ducted evaporative airconditioning throughout.

Approximately 12Mx3.5M outdoor entertaining area includes buil in bar and BBQ, plus the pool table.

Fully fenced swimming pool. Low maintenance, well maintained garden. A very attractive home. $340,000. Neg Web ID: 838055 For more information phone Raine and Horne on 86 71 3355 Page 10 – Thursday, September 14, 2006

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Well positioned large stone home on 28.5 Acres with excellent views

his property is located approx 10KM East of tank. Majority of land arable balance has gums.

Georgetown.

$285,000 The home consists of 3 large bedrooms 2 of which For further information please contact Wardle Co Real have built in robes and one ceiling fan and games room. Estate – Martin Stringer 0417 897 159 There are another two rooms to a semi-detached building along with the laundry. From the main entrance hall is a cellar with original meat safe and fireplace. Large kitchen with separate dine, lounge room with R/C split system A/C, S/C heater and servery from kitchen, renovated bathroom and second shower and toilet outside, various rooms have open fire place. Other buildings consist of a stone storage shed, shearing shed & yards, double carport. 50’ x 30’ x 15’ open front shed, ample rainwater

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Most exterior windows have roller shutters to minimize the heat in summer along with the fibre glass swimming pool—that has room for all the family at once.

The main bedroom has en-suite and WIR with bay window. Other 3 bedrooms are

linen cupboard. Kitchen overlooks pool area, both stove top & wall oven are gas, plenty of cupboard space along with a pantry. Spacious dining area with 2 sliding doors opening up onto large paved area. Family room is also located in this same area with formal lounge situated at front.

and tidy yard with low maintenance all on watering system. Home is serviced by evaporative air-conditioning and gas heating.

For further information regarding this property please contact Wardle Co Real Estate - Ali Webber on 0417 816 738.

ANDAMOOKA PROPERTY FOR SALE

● large, solid 3 bedroom house ● on large freehold block ● on quite bitumen road ● close to town centre with ● Separate Self-contained 2 bedroom at

$210,000

Phone: 8687 9269 Mobile: 0427 013 406 Mobile: 0429 409 528

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GRACIOUS LIVING offers over

$470,000

4 bdrm brick home, main bdrm has bay window, en-suite & WIR, Formal lounge is situated at front of house followed by large living area incl. dining and family room which opens onto large paved area and overlooks inground swimming pool.Other 3 bdrms are in seperate passage way with a 2 way bathroom. Dbl carport.

17 NYAROO COURT - king size comfort

HAVE YOU BOOKED YOUR SPOT IN OUR REAL ESTATE FEATURE IN OUR OCTOBER ISSUES? PHONE 8671 2683 AND BOOK NOW!

Expression of Interest

Offers are invited for the following freehold blocks which are being sold either as one lot or individually in Andamooka on and near the area known as Hard Hill.

D 31493 T 833801 T 833801 D 32777 T 833801 T 833801 T 833801 T 833801 D 29069

Lot 1 Lot 232 Lot 233 Lot 1 Lot 235 Lot 236 Lot 242 Lot 243 Lot 1

1,829 sq.m 4,131 sq.m 1,904 sq.m 1,954 sq.m 1,167 sq.m 2,149 sq.m 2,131 sq.m 1,462 sq.m 1,541 sq.m

Lot 236 has a large three bedroom house with tiled and carpeted floors, ceiling fans, air conditioning, glass blocks and marble tiling in bathroom, free standing bath, walk-in pantry, solar hot water service with electric booster, gas hotplate. Timber venetians on most windows. The other blocks have buildings/sheds of varying sizes and repair. An open inspection of Lot 236 will be held over the weekend of the 16th and 17th of September at 11.00am to 12 midday each day.

The first eight blocks run consecutively, with the ninth nearby.

Offers will close on the 29th of September at 5pm and can be submitted to:

A & H Fesus PO Box 706 Coober Pedy SA 5723

offers over

Originally the old Redhill bank, this Circa 1875 four bedroom stone home has been lovingly restored. Beautiful polished pine oors, exquisite central hallway, study, formal dine, family room, ornate re surrounds. Large open kitchen with original cast iron stove. Landscaped gardens.

Truly magnicent property on 1 acre located 150km from Adelaide, easy drive to Clare Valley or coastal areas of Spencer Gulf.

36 TILIQUA CRESCENT if depreciation is what you’re after

$380,000

Inspections by appointment Matt O’Donoghue Phone 0414 836 664

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New 4 bdrm transportable home with ensuite and walk in robe, reverse cycle A/C, timber kitchen with stainless steel appliances, 2 way bathroom, dbl garage, entertainment area. Currently rented until 22/03/07.

1 CACATUA CLOSE words won’t do, you really must veiw!

Price Guide : $ 179,000

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$420,000

Large 4 bdrm home, ensuite, access to private spa room from main bdrm, walk in robe, BIR’s to all other bdrms, timber floating floor boards, timber kitchen, family room & formal lounge, 2 entertainment areas, large shed, 2 carports.

$500,000

4 bdrm executive modern brick home only 2 years old! Formal lounge & family room as well as a games room. Upstairs has an inviting parents retreat. Kitchen has stainless steel fridge that is fully plumbed into home also included is a 64 jet therapeutic spa. Large shed at rear of property.

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Nothing arid about Arid Recovery The Oxford dictionary tells us the word arid means ‘dull and uninteresting’.

This would be hotly denied by the hundreds of people who attended the Arid Recovery Reserve’s Open Day on Saturday, September 9.

More than 200 toddlers and grandparents alike enjoyed fun and games, informative nature tours, slide shows, spotlight walks and wild life viewing from special hides.

In fact the day was anything but “dull and uninteresting”, as the work of this world-recognised environmental project was revealed and understood through various tours and discussions with volunteers.

Groups went searching for bilbies using the recovery team’s electronic and transmitting equipment, and found a giant specimen …. which, after closer inspection, turned out to be an impersonator of

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the human kind.

However, real Greater Bilbies and Burrowing Bettongs were seen at night on the open day’s spotlight and hide tours.

During daytime tours volunteer guides discussed local fauna and different saltbush species while others identified local bird life.

The day was organised by a very enthusiastic and informative Friends of Arid Recovery, who support the project’s research involving the study of native species and flora and fauna.

Those who missed last Saturday’s open day should not despair - The Friends of Arid Recovery host regular visits to the site which can be booked through the Visitor Information Centre at the Dunes Café in the Cultural Precinct.

Those interested in joining or finding out more about the Friends of Arid Recovery should ring 8671 8282.

Above: Guide Nicki Munroe discusses the species of Saltbush growing in the Arid Recovery Reserve

Above: Nicki Munroe explains the secrets of the Flora and Fauna of the Arid Recovery Reserve

Cape to Cape in a tractor Driving a tractor from the most south-western tip of Western Australia to the very end of Cape York in Queensland, some 6500km, is not everyone’s idea of a good time.

H o w e v e r, t h e We s t e r n Australia’s 9G Tractor Club does a similar trek every year.

The 9G’s started in 2000 when one man, Hugh Campbell, set out to fulfil his dream.

Mr Campbell wanted to drive his beloved 9G tractor from the most western point in Australia – Steep Point W.A. - to the most eastern, Byron Bay, in New South Wales.

So, Mr Campbell posted an advertisement in a local paper to find other interested parties.

The advertisement attracted massive interest and 34 other tractor owners and drivers went on the first trip and subsequently started the 9G Tractor Club.

Every year the club – which draws its members from WA

– chooses a route to take for the annual trip and then head off across the country…at 50km per hour.

The majority of members drive 9G Chamberlain tractors, of which 8000 were made between 1955 and 1965 but some members opt to take their 4WDs for the annual trek.

B u i l t i n WA , t h e 9 G Chamberlain is powered by a 62 horsepower, 270 cubic inch, Perkins diesel in-line four cylinder engine, which enables the tractor a relatively high 50km/h top speed.

However, club vice-president Allan Faulkner said the convoy cruised at a more leisurely 45km/h.

On this year’s trip, 25 9Gs and 25 four-wheel drives, started out from Cape Leeuwin on Saturday, July 8, for the long drive to Cape York.

“We had a pretty good run this year with only one bloke who

broke a crankshaft on day one but we carry a lot of spares and a welder so we just fixed it on the side of the road.”

“There were also a couple of broken springs and camper (trailer) springs and one camper axle but it was a heck of a lot of fun and for most of us it was the first time we’ve been to Cape York,” Mr Faulkner.

A special ceremony this year was to bring a bottle of water from Cape Leeuwin and pour it out into the ocean at Cape York.

Mr Faulkner and the entire 9G tractor club wanted to extend a fond thank you to all of the people who supported the club and donated money on their travels to the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).

This year the club raised more than $25,000 for the RFDS and has raised more than $150,000 since the club started in 2000.

Murninnie mine An agreement has been signed to by Australasia Gold to conclude the acquisition of the Murninnie Mine and surrounding area located between Whyalla and Cowell on the eastern Eyre Peninsula in South Australia.

The mine, located in the Olympic Domain, which also includes Prominent Hill and Olympic Dam, is expected to produce gold, copper and bismuth.

Australasia Gold has begun preparations for the early commencement of exploration of the site, including systematic geological prospecting and rock sampling, detailed gravity and magnetic surveys and drilling, and the extension of previous soil geochemical surveys.

The acquisition agreement for the mine covers approximately 67 square kilometres of land.

Existing mine workings at Murninnie extend 50m below the ground while the mineralised lode is exposed over 400m strike length in the walls of a steep gully incised into the escarpment at the margin of an otherwise flat plateau.

FREE COMMUNITY CALENDAR

PLAYGROUP held at St Barbara’s Parish School every Wednesday from 9.30am to 11.00am. Contact 8671 3207.

PLAYGROUP held every Friday from 10.30am until 12.00pm at Roxby Downs Kindergarten. Contact 8671 0455.

“TODDLERS STORY TIME” - presented by the Roxby Downs Community Library & Roxby Downs Health Service. Fun, stories, rhymes, craft & activities for toddlers aged 1-3 & their adult caregivers. At Roxby Downs Community Library, Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30am.

TOUR DE DESERT CYCLING - 10am Every Sunday, Phone Daryl Wake 0408 118 685 NIPPY GYM - Due to school performances in the auditorium, nippy gym has been cancelled on Thursday September 14 and Thursday September 21. Nippy Gym will be on Monday September 11 and Monday September 18 from 9:30am - 11:30am.

OUTBACK SCRAPPERS SCRAP TOGETHER Scrap Togethers will be every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm in the St Barbara’s Parish Art Room. Contact Jane 8671 1937 or Vienessa 0417 753 597 PRECINCT GALLERY EXHIBITIONS 2006 AUGUST 21 - SEPTEMBER 9 OCTOBER 15 – 30 NOVEMBER DECEMBER

Annemarie Beukes Roxby Scrapbaggers Year 12 Exhibition Festival of the Xmas Trees

COFFEE MORNINGS for Families, run by Child Youth Health (Roxby Downs Health Services), every Thursday 9:30 -11 at The Dunes Café.

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

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In a bid to deter trafficking in petrol and other regulated substances into the Anangu Pitjantjatjarra Yankunytjatjara (APY) lands the State Government has introduced new, tougher penalties for traffickers.

Under the new laws, penalties have risen to $50,000 or 10 years in jail for those caught trafficking.

Aboriginal Affairs Minister, Jay Weatherill, has welcomed the passage of the bill through the Legislative Council, which also adds another offence to the APY Land Rights Act. “The new laws send a clear message that this government believes the trafficking of petrol and other substances on the APY lands is no less serious than trafficking in illicit drugs,” Mr Weatherill said.

The bill also includes provision for the forfeiture of vehicles used to traffic regulated substances, with the proceeds from vehicle sales going directly to the Anangu Communities.

Mr Weatherill outlined the government’s motivation for changing the laws.

“Petrol sniffing has been a significant problem on the APY lands for many years.”

“Its devastating effects sniffers, their families and the wider community have been well documented – death, serious and permanent disability, increased crime and violence, the breakdown of family structures, the loss of culture and community degradation.”

“The government has worked hard to put in place services to help sniffers and tackle the factors that contribute to petrol sniffing,” Mr Weatherill said.

These initiatives include youth workers for APY communities, extra police, extra workers for the Nganampa Health Service and a range of activities to divert young people from petrol sniffing.

The elected representatives of the APY lands’ peoples, the APY Executive Board, support the new sanctions.

Council snippets Works in Progress A bus zone will be installed at Camp 3 due to increased bus traffic for BHP Billiton maintenance shut down in the coming weeks.

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

Parking The bus zone on Richardson Place is being actively policed. Bus owners and drivers have become increasingly concerned about the large number of people who think that they can park in this area. Please be aware that there has been an increase in the expiation fee, from $47 to $73, and remember that this is a bus zone at all times.

Rates First quarterly instalment notices have been issued.

Due date for payment is 29/09/06. Remaining quarters due dates are 18/12/06, 16/03/07 and 18/06/07.

Please contact Bronnie Warren at the Council on 86 71 0010 for any payment arrangements or enquiries. Fines apply to all overdue accounts.

Dog Registrations Dog Registrations for the 2006/07 financial year are now overdue. Grace period for registrations expired on 31 August 2006. Thereafter an $80 expiation fee applies, plus an expiation fee of $80 for every 14 days the dog remains unregistered.

Vandalism Council has noted an increase in vandalism within the township. Residents are urged to report instances of vandalism to the Police and Council. This is your community and your rates are being wasted by these types of action so your help is essential.

Street Lighting Is there a street light not working near your home?

Please include the exact location (street, house number) when reporting to assist in easy identification for repair.

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

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

Out of hours access call 08 8671 1154.

Council Office Hours – General Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm.

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Above: Micaela, Tori, Hope, Liam and Tania all assisted with the “Winter Clean Up” on Sunday Above: Elyse Wooldridge, Mick Nucifora, Mal and Angas Hewitt participating in the Arid Recovery quiz

Above: Kim Teare and Chrissy Mingoia enjoying themselves before heading in to watch The Lakehouse at the “Girls Night Out”

Do money matters bore you?

Above: Duncan Atkins and John Wilton relax at the BBQ after assisting with the “Winter Clean Up” on Sunday

It doesn’t have to be dull. A few simple things done regularly can make a real difference. So put yourself in charge.

Visit www.australia.gov.au / understandingmoney or phone 1800 236 235 for your free handbook.

Above: Pip Weltner and Barb Knowles at the recent “Girls Night Out” Authorised by the Australian Government, Capital Hill, Canberra.

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Monitor FINANCE & BUSINESS Getting on top of credit card debt Roxby’s Nail and Beauty Supplied by Oracle Lending Australians love their credit cards. As you’ll also be able to take advantage at November last year, Australians owed of any interest free or ‘honeymoon’ around $33.2 billion on credit and charge periods. Visit www.infochoice.com. cards, more than five times what they au for comparison of cards, including owed a decade ago according to Reverse interest rates and features.

Bank statistics. While credit cards can • Link you card to your mortgage: You’ll come in handy, it’s easy to let the debt be paying off the debt at a much lower spiral out of control. But there are ways rate of interest. Offset accounts, where to avoid the debt trap. you put all your salary into your mortTips and tricks for cutting credit card gage and live off your credit card, may debt: save you money in the long run.

• Pay off more than the minimum: If you can’t pay off the entire amount each • Roll over the debt: Think about consolidating your credit debt via a personal month, pay the maximum you can. loan. Don’t just look at what banks • Spread the debt: If you owe a large have to offer. Building societies and amount on your card, think about other non-bank lenders can also offer spreading the debt between a number of low rate or no fee cards. That way, competitive rates.

Ask the Sage Advisers “A problem well stated is a problem half solved” Charles Kettering, Engineer and Inventor 1876-1958

Noel Sage and Peter Chigwidden have 40 years experience between them in the financial services arena.

Their specialities include wealth accumulation, retirement planning, business structures, personal and corporate superannuation, self managed super funds, life insurances, mortgages (via referral) and shares advice.

Email your questions to petechig@bigpond.com OR sagenl@chariot.net.au OR write to PO Box 444 Glenside SA 5065 Corporate Authorised Representative of SECURITOR Financial Group Ltd ABN 48 009 189 495 Australian Financial Services Licencee 240687

your Money questions Noel Sage of Sage Wealth Advisers Pty. Ltd. intends to answer questions about wealth creation strategies including gearing to buy shares or property investment.

Noel is a Certified Financial Planner with 24 years of extensive experience in all facets of the Financial Planning industry ‘Your money questions” will be appearing fortnightly in this newspaper.

Write to: sagenl@chariot.net.au QUESTION: My husband and I are thinking of retiring. He is 71 and has put his name down for the pension bonus scheme; I am 63 and have yet to register. We have no super, several properties and a business subject to capital gains tax. Because of the ever-increasing fees and charges attached to owning property, we don’t think it viable to live on the rental income. Should we sell the properties while we are working or after we retire? We should have more than $1 million once the mortgages are paid and the business is sold. We don’t know what to do with the money.

ANSWER: It is unlikely you can qualify for any age pension or receive any pension bonus. Your assessable assets are well in excess of the $490,500 cut-off point.

You appear to be concerned about the cost of investments, whether it be super or property. With property you have costs – maintenance, etc. plus capital gains tax when you sell. Even bank accounts have a hidden cost. The bank or credit union pays you 5 per cent but then lends it out as mortgages for, say 7 per cent – the margin being 2 per cent. Most super funds or investments are run in a similar fashion with fees being about this figure.

One of the investment options available is to use annuities, which are guaranteed by the annuity provider. Blue chip shares will pay you a tax-effective income and you would expect some capital growth.

Any capital growth will be subject to capital gains tax on disposal.

It would be worth looking into allocated pensions to provide a tax-effective income. You can still have blue chip shares or managed share funds within the allocated pension. They are extremely tax effective products with no tax payable on the earnings and growth. With the amount you have to invest you probably would notpay tax on the income you draw down from the allocated pension. You should seek advice to have

Roxby’s Nail and Beauty has reopened for business.

Following the safe arrival of twins Latisha and Riley, qualified beauty therapist, Cindy Rowlands is back in town and ready to get on with the business of beautifying Roxby Downs, in her own special way.

Ms Rowlands offers pedicures, manicures, lash and eyebrow tinting, basic massage and all types of waxing, including under arm, eyebrow, facial, arms, legs and bikini, including XXX. A dedicated business woman, Ms Rowlands juggles the needs of her clients around caring for her children, one month old twins and son Corey, who is six.

“Being self employed in Roxby Downs is fantastic,” Ms Rowlands said.

“I really enjoy it. People are very tolerant of home businesses up here. They understand about family commitments and if you do well by them, they will do well by you.”

Ms Rowlands has flexible hours. She works around her clients shift or social commitments and is happy to work outside of normal salon hours.

“When you work in a salon you are limited to the hours you are open. Working from home allows me to do what is best for my clients and my family,” Ms Rowlands said.

Roxby’s Nail and Beauty is open by appointment only.

To make a booking phone Cindy Rowlands on 86711941 or 0427772917.

Commercial motor insurance submitted by City Rural Insurance Brokers

Sub contracted transport operators or independent transport operators should reduce the chance of an uninsured loss that could occur due to gaps in insurance cover.

Commercial Motor, Public Liability and Load Insurance should always be in place as well as a Down Time and Personal Injury & Illness policy.

According to Andrew Benda of City Rural Insurance Brokers speaking specifically about a Commercial Motor Policy, operators needed to ensure the policy covers the full value of a truck or prime mover and all accessories attached to it.

Mr Benda said operators should take into account any finance owing and ask for a finance endorsement on the policy. This is only applicable in the event of a total loss and covers the finance owing on the vehicle.

This information is of a general nature only and Operators may also be unaware of a gap in personal property cover, which includes clothing, bedding, wallets has been provided without taking account of your and log books etc. objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of this, we recommend you consider, with or without the Mr Benda said in most policies, employee’s personal assistance of a financial adviser, whether the informaproperty was not covered and most Home and Content’s tion is appropriate in light of your particular needs policies would not automatically cover them in a motor and circumstances. The above answers are all based vehicle. on existing rules and do not take into account the Mr Benda said this was the preferred way to cover proposed budget changes from 1 July 2007 these items, so operators should ensure they are included We are not authorised by Securitor to provide in their insurance cover. advice in relation to taxation. Due to its complexity The Commercial Motor Insurance would also cover and the speed and frequency with which taxation laws any trailers and or dolly’s under tow, provided they were and regulations may change, we recommend you seek shown on the policy. The trailers should have the tarps, more detailed advice from your taxation adviser on dogs and chains, gates and all other equipment used any taxation issues. listed.

“Most policies will have a small limit of automatic cover for the accessories but it could still leave operators out of pocket,” Mr Benda said.

When towing another person’s trailer, known as Non Owned Trailer or Trailer In Control, CRIB strongly recommend trailer in control cover, this would cover operators in the event of a loss and the owner’s insurer suing for damages.

Credit Impaired Loans Most cover for this is set up as a liability style cover, which means the operator Investment Loans has to be negligent for the Home Loans insurer to pay the claim.

This is General advice Commercial Loans and Not Personal advice.

Business Loans City Rural Insurance Brokers are available to Leasing provide you with advice Low Doc Loans and obligation free quote on your transport business Car Loans . Those interested in more insurance advice could call Hire Purchase CRIB’s Andrew Benda 8100 Angelo Benedetti Dip FP CFP 0800 or drop in to Rodda Phone: 8231 6471 Communications on one of Mobile: 0415 979 908 his regular visits.

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Size does matter!

Our favourite Gladiator, Russell Crowe, has apparently put on a few pounds since quitting the Colosseum. Fellow Romans and countrymen are now calling him “Flabiator”.

And though no one has said it to his face, even Arnold Schwarzenegger has been labelled “Tuminator” for his middle-age spread.

Why such a big deal about a few extra pounds? with John Ashfield A l o t o f ext r a pounds –now, that’s a different matter. That’s a big fat problem.

Recent studies show that 63 per cent of Australian men are overweight or obese.

The fact is, too many pounds increase the risk of dying from coronary heart disease more than smoking or high blood pressure.

Being overweight is the biggest cause of diabetes, and is strongly linked to high cholesterol, and colorectal and gall bladder cancer.

It can be a killjoy in the “trouser department” too, because it increases the risk of impotence and infertility.

It can also cause or worsen a potentially serious condition called sleep apnoea, often resulting in chronic sleeplessness.

How much fat is too much fat? Is being thin necessarily healthy?

To be fat and fit is probably better than to be thin and unfit. But the former is an unlikely combination. And saying: “I’m just big boned” or “There’s more of me to love” won’t wash either, when you heart gives out or you find yourself with diabetes.

The most recognised rule of thumb now is waist size (fat around your stomach), not weight; and waist reduction, rather than weight reduction.

For every 1kg (2lbs) in weight that you shed, your waist will reduce by around 1cm.

For men, fat stored around the stomach is a real health hazard. Reducing the size of your gut by 5-10cm can significantly improve your health.

Forget the body beautiful stereotypes.

Your ideal weight will be different to other peoples’ - that’s just how you’ve been made. And your ideal weight will emerge only with proper diet and regular exercise.

What can you do to reduce your waist circumference?

Forget the quick fix diets; they’re a scam. Remember Arnie’s promise? – “I’ll be back”.

You can lose weight rapidly with a diet, but the fat will probably return with a vengeance.

Rapid dieting gets your body thinking that you’re entering a famine period, so it puts the brakes on burning calories – to save energy (thinking it’s saving your life).

That’s why, when you start to eat properly again, chances are you’ll put on more weight than you lost.

Forget the heroics.

A sensible diet and getting regular moderate exercise will, for the vast majority of men, slowly but surely fix the problem and deliver some real health benefits.

Size does matter – a lot.

If you are concerned, see your GP or a Dietician.

Some simple advice can get you started towards much improved health.

Men’s Business

Dr John Ashfield is the Men’s Health Project Officer, with Lower Eyre Health Services. Comments and feeback can be forwarded to: ashfield.john@saugov.sa.gov.au.

For men’s health information in your area, contact Jim Herbert (Men’s Health Project Officer, Country Health SA - Port Augusta: herbert.jim@saugov.sa.gov.au. This column is supported by Building Healthy Communities (Woomera, Andamooka and Roxby Downs).

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Fat of the land

The health of Australia’s children is under threat… from their own appetites.

According to the Healthy Weight Strategy (HWS) released by the state government, one in four children are overweight and the rate is increasing by one per cent a year.

“The number of overweight and obese South Australians has risen alarmingly in recent times,” Premier Mike Rann said.

“One in every four children is today in the unhealthy weight range, which places them at increased risk of health, emotional and social problems.”

The HWS advised children and adolescents to eat a wide range of nutritious foods, drink plenty of water and limit their intake of saturated fats, salt and sugars.

The physical activity guidelines recommend children take part in moderate to vigorous activity for at least one hour a day and limit access to electronic media like computer games and television to two hours a day.

Staff at the Flinders and Far North Community Health Service are particularly worried about the increase in overweight children in the 0 – 5 range.

Research shows between 1995 and 2002 the percentage of four to five-year-old boys who are overweight jumped from 10 to 17 per cent.

In the same period four to five-year-old girls in the overweight range leapt from 12 to 21 per cent.

“If this trend continues, where will we end up?”

Flinders and Far North Community Health Service Dietician, Camilla Leaver asked.

“If children are obese by four or five it can be a battle for them to achieve a healthy weight after that,” she said The Health Service is working with community groups to try and encourage parents to promote healthy eating to their children.

“You need to give children a chance to be exposed to healthy food from an early age. By the time they are three, 75 per cent of their adult food preferences have been established,” Ms Leaver said.

The Roxby Downs early childhood services are doing their part to promote healthy food choices for the children in their care.

The Roxby Downs Kindergarten has a policy limiting eating to fruit, vegetables and water – no junk food.

Kindergarten Director Naomi Watkins said it helps to develop healthy eating habits.

“Children are encouraged to eat fruit and they get to see other children eating it, for reluctant eaters it can be a good modelling experience,” Ms Watkins said.

Roxby Downs Childcare has strict eating policies and encourages parents to provide healthy food for their children while they are in care.

Little Rascals Childcare Centre supplies all food to the children in their care and is serious about maintaining a healthy menu.

“We encourage the children to drink water, which is very important in Roxby Downs so they don’t get dehydrated and we also teach them about healthy eating,” Director Karen Mentiplay said.

The Flinders and Far North Community Health Service Dieticians are in Roxby Downs once a month. Consultations are free and no referral is needed. For appointments call 86485800.

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Why is your Eyebus Optometrist interested in your diet?

What you eat affects your eyes as it does other organs of your body.

Good vision requires good blood circulation, good nutrition and strong tissues.

High blood pressure, circulatory problems and high insulin levels upset the delicate balance of the body and can result in loss of vision.

Macular degeneration is an eye disease that causes loss of central vision, and is the cause of nearly 50 per cent of blindness in Australia.

Treatment for Macular degeneration is limited and its prevalence is increasing so it make sense to look at risk factors, of which one is diet.

Recent studies have shown that macular degeneration responds to antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

Eating lots of dark green leafy vegetables and coloured vegetables helps increase anti-oxidants.

If you don’t eat enough of these consider taking a supplement such as Blackmores Luteinvision which has been especially developed to assist in preventing damage to the macular area.

The types of fats you eat in your diet are very important. You should try to

eliminate the trans fatty acids which originate from the processing of vegetable oils (except olive oil).

Remember that margarine is made from vegetable oils and read the labels as many processed foods contain hydrogenated vegetable oils including some you may not expect such as muesli bars and candies!

Consider increasing food fats in your diet by increasing your intake of fish, nuts (not peanuts) and seeds. These have been shown to be protective.

It is also important to keep up the amount of zinc in our diets.

Most Australians do not get nearly enough zinc. Eating more fish and eggs will increase your consumption of zinc.

The AREDS study found that high levels of zinc and antioxidants reduced the risk of developing advanced Macular Degeneration by about 25 per cent and reduced the risk of vision loss by 19 per cent.

This article is an extract of pamphlet produced by Karen and Steve of the EYEBUS which regularly visits Roxby Downs, Woomera and Andamooka.

The complete article is available from The EYEBUS or the front counter of The Monitor.

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Death of an Australian icon poetry, he did biographies, he wrote about the environment, he was a very committed environmentalist,” Mr Rann said.

Theile worked as an English teacher and then as a lecturer at the Wattle Park Teachers’ College. He also served in the RAAF during World War II. Theile won many awards for his writing in Australia and overseas.

In 1977 he was awarded a Companion of the Order of Australia and in 1997 he received a Dromkeen Medal for contributions to the appreciation and development of children’s literature in Australia.

Colin Theile is survived by wife Rhonda, their two children, seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

The Roxby Downs Outback Cinema recently hosted a Girls Night Out on Friday September 1.

The evening began with an impressive selection of champagnes, optional strawberries and juices, soft drink, and tempting hors d’ouvres.

This was followed by a screening of The Lakehouse, starring Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves.

Following the movie, the evening ended with the chance to indulge in coffee and cakes in the Café, or drinks at the bar.

A great night was had by all.

The Girls Night Out is exactly that – a fun night out for girls with the chance to catch up with friends, meet new people, watch a movie, eat, drink, and be merry with no boys allowed!

The Girls Night Out is fast becoming a tradition for the Outback Cinema, and with its recent popularity and success may well become a regular feature.

Watch this space for more information on any upcoming Cinema events.

Right: Sarah Saunders, Natasha McKee and Leah Henry Below: Friends Sue-Ann Scobie, Barb Knowles, Kirsti Sim and Michelle Schell enjoying the recent “Girls Night Out” at the Outback Cinema

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Friday, September 15 - Tuesday, September 19 MIAMI VICE - Rated: MA+. Ricardo Tubbs is street-wise & dead smart. He lives with Bronx-born Intel analyst Trudy, as they work undercover transporting drug loads into South Florida to identify a group responsible for three murders. Sonny Crockett is charismatic & flirtatious until - while working undercover - he gets romantically entangled with Isabella, the Chinese-Cuban wife of an arms & drugs trafficker. The intensity of the case pushes Crockett and Tubbs to the edge where identity and fabrication become blurred, where cop & player become one. Starring: Colin Farrell, Jamie Foxx, Li Gong & Naomie Harris. Fri 7:30pm; Sat 3:00pm; Sun 3:00pm; Tues 7:00pm Saturday September 16 - Sunday September 17 CURIOUS GEORGE - Rated: G. Will Ferrell stars as The Man in the Yellow Hat, a gentleman who looks after his pet monkey - an inquisitive & wonderful creature whose enthusiasm often gets the best of him. Who isn’t smitten with Curious George?

No matter your age, the inquisitive little monkey who always seems to get into one scrape after another will, in all likelihood, capture your heart. Starring the voices of: Will Ferrell, Frank Welker, Drew Barrymore & Dick Van Dyke. Sat 12:00pm; Sun 12:00pm & 7:00pm Friday September 22 - Tuesday September 26 MY SUPER EX GIRLFRIEND - Rated: M. He broke her heart.

She broke his everything. When Matt Saunders meets Jenny Johnson, he thinks he’s found the perfect girl. However, he decides to break things off with her when she becomes too needy, controlling, & jealous. Jenny doesn’t take it well & decides to get back at him by using her superpowers, as it turns out Jenny is a superhero named G-Girl. Meanwhile, Matt & his co-worker, Hannah start to have a romance with each other which sends Jenny over the edge. Starring: Uma Thurman, Luke Wilson & Anna Faris. Fri 7:30pm; Sat 12:00pm; Sun 3:00pm; Tues 7:00pm Saturday September 23 - Sunday September 24 UNITED 93 - Rated: M. September 11, 2001. Four planes were hijacked. Three of them reached their target. This is the story of the fourth. A real time account of the events on United Flight 93, one of the planes hijacked on 9/11 that crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania when passengers foiled the terrorist plot.

Starring: Christian Clemenson, Trish Gates, Polly Adams and David Alan Basche. Sat 3:00pm; Sun 12:00pm & 7:00pm

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Stitching up Canada When Andamooka patch worker Liz Schulz visited Canada in May she was so enthralled with the place she decided she just had to share it.

Ms Schulz, who is a quilt designer, textile artist and life coach, approached Jetset Norwood, the company whose ‘Hidden Secrets of Canada’ tour she had just taken part in, about escorting a group of creative people on a tour in 2007.

The ‘Stitching up Canada’ tour, set for August next year, was the result.

The lucky participants will have the opportunity to sample some of the best Canada has to offer, like orca and whale watching, visiting museums, galleries and quilt shops, strolling though the famous Butchart Gardens and rafting down the Clearwater River.

Limited edition signed prints of original pastel works

“The country is so beautiful,” Ms Schultz said.

“It is a magic feeling, so different from what we have here, the contrast is just so great. I was in awe.

In addition to all the wonderful planned activities there was free time to explore on your own, shopping for those must have memories, photographing the waterfalls or just losing yourself in a fabric or book shop.

I would love people to join me and share the breathtaking beauty of Canada,” she said.

For further information on the ‘Stitching up Canada’ tour, contact Rolli Pick at Jetset Norwood on 1300 882 909, or email rolli@ jetsetnorwood.com.au

A hive of activity The Auditorium has been abuzz with activity over the last few weeks.

This Friday, September15, is a big day for the arts in Roxby Downs.

We all have an opportunity to see the play I LIKE THE KNIGHT LIFE at 7:30pm.

Some lucky people have seen it already.

Jocelyn Fox has directed a talented and well disciplined group of actors Arts officer and singers and has come Rodney Mitchell up with a lively and heartwarming play.

I won’t describe it any further. I don’t want to spoil the excitement.

But I will say a big thankyou on behalf of all of us in the audience for a fabulous effort.

Thanks go especially to the actors and their support people.

We must not forget the boys who designed and ran the lighting and did the sound production, and the adults who so ably led the students through their excellent adventure.

We are inundated with change on the Youth Arts front.

We have seen POD performing at the last Community market.

This is the group of girls who love to dance.

They trained with Stompin’ Youth Company last year and early this year.

They performed the Movin’ in the Outback dance piece at Festival Fringe 06 to some public acclaim.

Now they have taken the bull by the horns and are devising their own short dance routines to their favourite tracks.

This group will take part in a regular workshop program where we match them up with experienced artists and teachers from our own community.

That way they will get exposure to a reasonably wide range of skills in dance, drama, physical theatre and improvisation.

If there are any young people out there who want to express themselves through dance, drama and music then we need you to put up your hand.

Come to see me at the Cultural Precinct. I am in a little office next to the cinema.

I can put you on POD’s mailing list.

This program is not just for school children and we are encouraging young people up to the age of 24 to get involved.

We are also looking for musicians and technical staff.

If you are an adult with skills in any of the performing arts we need you too.

We are working towards a major participation in Come Out 07 in May next year.

What does POD stand for? Prisoners of Dance apparently. The girls thought it might come across as a bit negative.

I like it as POD. But don’t get me onto names.

This week we are also congratulating Rachel and Mark Young whose pair of metal brolgas are safely on the ground at ARID Lands.

They are a part of a regional sculptural exhibition curated by Country Arts SA in Port Augusta at the Arid Lands Botanic Gardens.

I visited the brolgas there on a windy day mid week and for my money they are the best sculpture there. Well worth the visit.

Check it out on your way south sometime soon. It is up until October 6.

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One of South Australia’s favourite sons passed away last week.

Colin Thiele, internationally renowned author, died in hospital on Monday, September 4. He was 85 years old.

Born in Eudunda in 1920, Thiele published almost 80 books, including poetry, fiction, drama, biography and history.

He was best known for the novel ‘Storm Boy’, which was first published in 1963 and is still in print today.

Premier Mike Rann told the ABC News Online that Colin Thiele will be remembered as one of South Australia’s great writers.

“Beyond Storm Boy, Colin actually wrote more than 100 books, not just for children but in the area of history,

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Above: one of the displays at the sculptural exhibition at the Arid Lands Botanic Gardens in Port Augusta.

The exhibition will be on display until October 6, 2006.

The Brolgas are just one of the sculptures on display and were created by locals Mark and Rachel Young.

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ROXBY Downs Club Inc. AGM Sunday 15th Oct 2006 at 2PM in Main Bar. Members please attend.

Cowell Electric is looking for a ROXBY Downs Dirt Go Kart Club. Changed Race Meet from night to day. Meet 12pm start. Saturday September 16 2006 points meeting.

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Applications close Friday, 22nd September 2006.

Alliance One Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer.

POSITIONS VACANT ROXBY DOWNS HEALTH SERVICE/WOOMERA HOSPITAL

CLINICAL NURSE (PERMANENT) $56,194 - $59,317 RN2 Duties: The position is within the management team of

Roxby Downs/Woomera. This is one of two positions, both positions work across both health units providing a strong clinical leadership, coordinating the continuing education, orientation/mentoring of new staff and actively contributing to the health units quality improvement process. These positions are suited to Registered Nurses with proven clinical leadership ability who are looking to be part of a dynamic innovative management team making a significant difference to the health outcomes of remote communities.

Qualifications: Registered or is eligible for registration as a General Nurse with the Nurses Board of South Australia and holds or is eligible to hold a current practising certificate.

Special conditions: Duties may be physically and mentally demanding. Some overtime may be required to cover the area due to staff shortages. Will be required to work at both Roxby Downs Health Service and Woomera Community Hospital. The Clinical Nurse will take a leadership role of one of the Health Units on a six month rotational basis. Some intrastate travel may be required.

A SA Driver’s licence is essential. Job Share may be considered. The appointee will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

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BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES (TEMPORARY FOR 2 YEARS) $49,584 - $51,874 ASO4 Duties: The incumbent is accountable to the EO/DON, Roxby Downs Health Service/Woomera Hospital to coordinate and deliver a detailed two year project plan that meets the requirements of the ‘Building Healthy Communities’ initiative and the needs of the Project Steering Group in the cluster of Andamooka, Roxby Downs and Woomera. The project plan will provide a comprehensive direction of both the strategic and operational delivery of a community focused primary health care strategy in the target communities. The Project Officer is required to report regularly to the Project Steering Group in the cluster of Andamooka, Roxby Downs and Woomera.

Special conditions: A current SA Driver’s licence and willingness to drive is essential. The position involves extensive travel between the communities of Roxby Downs, Woomera and Andamooka. The positions may require out of hours travel and work. The appointee will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Hours may be negotiable. The position will be based in either Roxby Downs or Woomera.

Enquiries: Ms Janine Connell EO/DON, Roxby Downs Health Service, (08) 8671 9022, Email: connell.janine@saugov.sa.gov.au Job & Person Specifications from & Applications to:

Ms Denise Grantham. Human Resource Officer, Port Augusta Hospital, Hospital Road, Port Augusta, 5700 Telephone (08) 8648 5697 Email: grantham.denise@saugov.sa.gov.au Note: Applicants are requested to forward an original application plus three copies and include the name, address and contact number of three current referees.

All applicants are required to address the Job & Person Specification in their application. Further information on Region can be obtained from our Website www.nfwrhs.sa.gov. au. People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 22 September 2006

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If you said yes to the above questions and can demonstrate the required behaviours, you might be well on your way to a rewarding career.

Alliance One Credit Union is a progressive, member owned financial cooperative serving regional South Australia with established Financial Management Centres in Whyalla, Port Lincoln, Roxby Downs and Clare and a member base throughout the State.

At present a vacancy exists for a permanent part time Member Services Consultant within Roxby Downs.

The successful applicant will be highly motivated, reliable to work on a set afternoon roster and on-call, be results orientated with the ability to work as part of a team and the desire to succeed in a challenging environment.

The ability to cross sell our wide range of products and services will be required, and it is essential to be able to demonstrate: • Well developed PC skills • Initiative and flexibility to work within a challenging environment • A high standard of interpersonal and communication skills • Accuracy and efficiency with an ability to work unsupervised Previous customer service experience will be highly regarded.

If you want to be part of an exciting organisation, enjoy working as part of a team and have the necessary drive to meet the expectations of this position, please forward your application letter and resume to: Human Resources Manager, Alliance One Credit Union PO Box 378, WHYALLA SA 5600 or email:gdickin@a1cu.com.au

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Ms Janine Connell EO/DON, Roxby Down Health Service, Burgoyne Street, Roxby Downs SA 5725 Telephone: (08) 8671 9022 E-mail: Connell.janine@saugov.sa.gov.au Note: Applicants are requested to forward an original application plus three copies and include the name, address and contact number of three current referees.

All applicants are required to address the Job & Person Specification in their application. People of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.

Further information and all vacant position lisitings for the Region can be obtained from our Website www.nfwrhs.sa.gov.au.

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Preferred hours are 7.30am till 4.00 pm.

Experience with Quickbooks and Excel would be advantageous Please forward Resume to: The Manager Cowell Electric Supply PO Box 64 Roxby Downs, SA 5725 Fax to 08 8671 0511 Email cowell.olympicdam@bigpond.com For further enquiries phone 8671 0018

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Meter Reader - Available for a fixed 11 consecutive days per quarter, reading all residential and commercial electricity metres.

Special Reader - Have the flexibility to work between 2 to 4+ hours per week on call, reading meters and connecting as well as removing fuses.

A flexible approach to working hours exist for a suitable applicant who is able to work unsupervised. This is a casual position which requires a dedicated and enthusiastic person who has a reliable 4wd vehicle, a mobile phone and fax.

A police clearance is needed and full training is provided with no previous electrical qualifications necessary. Either position would ideally suit retired, semi retired or part time employed individuals.

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

Church Times Andamooka Catholic Church Sunday 11am first and third Sunday of every month St Barbara’s Catholic Church Roxby Downs Saturday evening 6pm Sunday morning 9am St Michael’s Catholic Church, Woomera Sunday 5pm All denominations welcome Andamooka Community Church Sunday 2pm Roxby Downs Lutheran Church Sunday 10.30am & Sunday School – 9.30am Desert Springs Church Sunday 10.00am at the Roxby Downs TAFE College.

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Louminco Stableford Saturday, September 9, saw another terrible day for golf unfold for the players.

The weather was windy and very blustery but least it was not so hot for the field of 18 players, who turned up to compete in the Louminco Stableford event.

It was an interesting day with only one person breaking their handicap and only one other able to play to their handicap.

But the funniest story of the day belonged to Peter Tegen, who once again failed to make it past the ladies tee on the second hole. The best part is that he actually hit the ball past the tee for about five seconds until it hit the first tree on the left and just made it back and rolled back over the ladies tee.

Graham Nielsen once again continued his good form with another win and a score of 40 points.

Results: Overall Winner: Graham Nielsen 40 points Div. 1 Winner: Mark Dillon 34 points Div. 2 Winner: Glen Mungur 36 points Sweepstakes Winners: Rob Charman 32 points, Peter Tegen 35 points, Dougal Macleod 31 points, Luck Hapeta 34 points, Matt Baker 34 points, Damien Condon 33 points, Rob Paxton 32 points and Craig Smith 31 points.

Novelties: Longest Drive No. 9: Div. 1 - Graham Nielsen, Div. 2 – Craig Smith; Nearest To Pin 4: Div. 1 – Graham Nielsen, Div. 2 – No One. Next Week is the annual Royal Flying Doctor Service’s Ambrose Day, please come out and have a laugh or two because Ambrose competitions are a hoot and everyone can play!

Indoor Soccer results Round seven of the indoor soccer competition was completed last week and leaves Buffalo Soldiers still undefeated on 21 points, followed by Fobar and Reds on 15 points.

A strong performance by the 5C’s failed to topple the unconquered Buffalo Soldiers, who are looking strong favourites to reclaim the title this season.

The Reds put recent form behind them to score a 6-2 victory over Loco.

Simon Ballstrin scored four goals this League Ladder Buffalo Soldiers Fobar Reds The 5 C’s Loco PIPers

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week for Fobar, to follow five from last week to take him top of the goal scoring table, level with Kenton Maloney on 14 goals. Dave Kovac is not far away with 10.

As can be seen from the table, it is the steely defence of the Buffalo soldiers that gives them the perfect record this season.

Remember to organise a referee if your Above: Alicia Roberts passes the ball, while Meg team is listed to do so.

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Life after the Grand Final Written by Adam “Boof” Warren As we all know Olympic Dam won the Woomera Districts Football League grand final last weekend and celebrations which started Saturday night continued throughout the week.

Every year the team that wins the grand final gets the honour of painting the ‘Dice’ and ‘Pole’ on the way to Woomera.

Most teams normally do it on the Monday - usually Mad Monday - but this year was different, OD decided to do it on the following Saturday.

When Saturday arrived, most of the players were there, including Coach Woody, netballers Nards and Beth, fantastic water girl Kylie and one of OD’s great water boys, Boofa, was also there.

The celebrations started with Woody

painting over the names from last year before the mob shifted their attention to the pole, which OD’s captain, Nigel ‘Princess’ Shinnick, painted.

Fortunately the paint needed time to dry so a lunch break at the Eldo was deemed compulsory.

On returning to the job after lunch, Zane led the charge and painted most of the pole and was ably supported by Scott and Greeny.

The entire excise took eight hours and there is no truth in the rumour that lunch took the greatest portion of time.

A thought from Boofa: OD making winners T-shirts before the game, cheeky or confident?

My view it was confidence!

Netball Results Ladies Gecko Girls 38 defeated Cruisers 31 Blue Jays 36 defeated IVS - Phoenix Flames 20 Tangos 38 defeated Miners 21 Mixed Alle Katz 39 defeated Bunyips 24 Bowheelers 30 defeated Wanderers 21 Destroyers 32 defeated Dudes ‘n’ Divas 9 Hillbillies 20 defeated Roxilla 10

Rubgy Union Anyone interested in playing Rubgy Union please contact Stuart Deed at the Monitor Offices on 8671 2622.

September September 30 Coober Pedy races Sat September 16 Go Kart Night Race Meeting Start Time 6.00PM Points Meeting.

October Sat October 14 Night Meeting.

Start Time 6.00PM 125CC Trophy Day Points Meeting.

Sun October 15 Education Day/Practice Day Start Time 12PM October 7 - Glendambo Gymnkhana October 21 - Coober Pedy races November Sat November 4 Presidents Cup Night Meet 6PM start.

Sat November 18 Night Meeting.

Start Time 6PM No Points Meeting November 25 - Coober Pedy races Roxby Downs Netball (Saturday) Finals commence Saturday

Andamooka Opal Showroom Post Ofce and Motel

Behind the Famous Bottle House

10th Sept.

A reminder: The Seniors Preliminary Finals scheduled for Friday night 15th Sept has been moved to Thursday night 14th Sept 6 pm start, due to the Area schools production.

A reminder for all finals teams, they must be ready to take court at scheduled times.

Grand Finals 23rd Sept 06 September 14, 2006 Indoor Soccer 6pm - The 5 C’s versus Fobar Pipers 7pm - Reds versus Buffalo Soldiers Fobar

ATTENTION Training Development Classes, ITC for Junior Basketball Training commences on Sunday September 17 Seeking Coaches All Grades Under 12 girls and boys Under 14 girls and boys Under 16 girls and boys Under 18 girls and boys Please contact Jenna Coombes 0419 036 562 times to be advised

Contact Stuart Deed on email: stuart@themonitor.com.au for all your sports calendar events

Opal Creek Boulevard, Andamooka OPEN 7 DAYS and after hours by appointment Ph: (08) 8672 7007 • Fax: (08) 8672 7062 www.andamookaopal.com.au Email: peter@andamooka.au.com 07dukesbtl140906

Roxby Downs Auxillary

Roxby Downs Cultural and Leisure Precinct

Royal Flying Doctor Service Auction and Golf Day Golf Day

Saturday September 16 Auction

Fireworks

Register before 8.15am Auction of Holes 8.30am 9.00am Shotgun Start

Outside the club rooms on the 11 Green from 1:00pm

SPECTACULAR DISPLAY

Register early, call Robin on 8671 0992

Last minute auction items, call Marie on 8671 0228

Just after sunset, fun for the whole family

Refreshments, food and activities for children all day Thanks to all our Sponsors - Roxby Downs Club, Roxby Downs Golf Club, Olympic Dam Transport and BSH Transport and all of our contributors and volunteers

POOL LIFEGUARD AND SENIOR FIRST-AID COURSES being held at the Roxby Downs Cultural & Leisure Precinct 22nd to 24th September 2006 For further details and enrolment forms, please contact Paige at the Leisure Centre on 8671 0500 Limited spaces available – don’t miss out!

WANTED CAFÉ STAFF AND KIOSK SENIORS Casual Positions Available For further details and a Position Description please contact Karyn Biggs, Manager on 8671 2001 or karyn.biggs@roxbyleisure.com 16calendarad140906

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New Car Servicing & Warranty

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Olympic Way OLYMPIC DAM SA 5725 Ph: 86710404 Fax: 86710418

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End of season victories Left: B Grade Womens Devils team were too strong for the Eagles

Below left: Wolves were the winners against the Jets in the A Grade Mens at the grand finals held on Satuarday, September 9, 2006

Above: Women’s C Grade winners were the Eagles

Grand Final Results C Grade Women Eagles defeated Spectres Best on Court: Clare Munyard Most Valuable Player: Adele Wallace Runner Up: Jessica Finzel B Grade Women Devils defeated Eagles Best on Court: Meegan Flavel Most Valuable Player: Grace Hollitt Runner Up: Fee Madigan A Grade Women Devils defeated Bulls Best on Court: Bec Schutz Most Valuable Player: Katica Cockshell Runner Up: Vicki Hockley

Above: A Grade Womens team Devils were victorious on Saturday night

Loreto College T: (08) 8334 4200 F: (08) 8364 3153 E: vanessa.grave@loreto.sa.edu.au

Don’t forget to see Rostrevor College and Loreto College at Market Day, Saturday 16 September, 2006.

Rostrevor College T: (08) 8364 8200 F: (08) 8364 8396 E: roscoll@rostevor.sa.edu.au

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A Grade Men Wolves defeated Jets Best on Court: Nick Backhouse Most Valuable Player: Cody Kenny Runner Up: Greg Aird

The RoxFM Copper Card

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WE’VE GOT ONE! HAVE YOU?

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

2B Healthy Health Shop, Pt Augusta:

10% off purchases storewide, delivered to your doorstep every Thurs. for $3 Phone: 8641 3633

Roxby Downs Gym

10% off all new memberships or renewals of memberships Free broadband setup. Phone 8671 0364

Auto Pro:

20% off all power max oils

Roxby Downs IT Computer Support & Sales

Blockbuster:

$5.00 off any CD in store

Roxby Downs Mensland:

10% off all Globes and Gallas skate shoes

Dam Clean Car Wash

Free blue chamois on presentation of 2006 Copper Card

Roxby Downs Newsagency:

Free hat badge with any purchase

Desert Decor

10% off airport luggage

Roxby Downs Pharmacy:

Free age perfect eye cream with any Loreal purchase

Doc Vis Carpet Cleaner:

15% discount on all work. Phone 0437 423 123

Tandales:

Receive a free pedicure with any set of French or acrylic nails

Dunes Cafe:

10% off all meals excluding coffee, drinks & cakes

Wendy’s:

Free ice-cream cake for birthday draw at the end of each month.

Flowers in the Bush:

10% off fresh flowers. Phone: 0408 711 459

Zealous Hair and Beauty:

With every half leg wax receive a free underarm wax. Phone: 8671 3039

Lunch on the Run

$2.00 hot chocolate and coffee’s to take away

Mitre 10:

Palsonic DVD player $88.00

Outback Cinema:

Adults at kids prices, excludes movie marathons, girls night out & special promotions.

Outback Landscaping & Supplies:

10% off all lawn care products, 12.2% off all plants and $5 off all pots

Roxby Downs Club:

Buy one, get one free counter meal on Sundays & Mondays only

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Email: manager@roxfm.com.au Website: www.roxfm.com.au Don’t be the only one without one!

New 2006 COPPER CARD ON SALE NOW, available from RoxFM studios in Richardson Place, Outback Landscape & Supplies and Dunes Cafe. Cost $25.00 and you will receive hundreds of dollars of savings throughout the year. Community sponsor of RoxFM.

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