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BHPB PERKS CAUSE STIR B

Written by Michelle Thomas

HP Billiton employees could lose their $2,500 Services Allowance, if the Environment Forum gets its way.

The Forum has lobbied the company to review the allowance to have it reflect environmental awareness by its employees.

According to BHP Billiton, the allowance, which reimburses employees for their water, gas and electricity use, is provided to compensate for the additional cost of living in Roxby Downs.

However, the Environment Forum said it drives the wrong behaviour in residents.

“The Ser vices Allowance does not encourage people to implement energy and water efficient practices,” Environment Forum Chairperson Chris Schultz said.

“The Environment Forum would support BHP Billiton in the implementation of a comparable allowance to compensate people for living in a remote area,” he said.

In a letter to BHP Billiton Vice President Finance, Paul Dunn, the Environment Forum said the Services Allowance is not

conducive to its objectives of reducing water and power consumption in Roxby Downs.

“We consider the Services Allowance paid by BHP Billiton to be a partial barrier to our objectives, because many Roxby residents who are eligible for this allowance are not rewarded for conserving water and electricity.

“We also appreciate that the Services Allowance is an important mechanism for attracting and retaining resident BHP Billiton staff at Roxby Downs,” the Environment Forum said.

The Forum proposed “replacing part of the Services Allowance with more environmentally friendly bonuses”.

It was suggested that water rebates could be replaced by telephone rebates and that the lowest consumers in each housing category be rewarded with subsidised aircraft flights.

Energy efficient globes or roof insulation subsidies were also recommended.

BHP Billiton informed the Environment Forum that the proposed measures were not eligible for the 50 per cent concessional tax treatment now being utilised by the company, but that reimbursement for holidays would attract the same concessional tax treatment.

The Environment Forum pounced on this alternative.

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Andamooka celebrated a win and put an end to reigning champions Olympic Dams’ hopes of reaching a fourth successive flag. Pictures on pages 9 and 20.

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Above: And we have a winner! Photo courtesy of Karen Brook.

Red Earth Festival Committee line up for John Warneke and Loud Shirt Day

Go LOUD so they can hear you

Above: One of the novely events held during the Birdsville Race weekend. Photo courtesy Karen Brook.

Above: Richard Bruce competes in the fourth heat of the “wheelie bin“ Birdsville races. Photo courtesy of Karen Brook

Hearing loss affects one in six Australians, according to the Deafness Forum.

A major charity which helps deaf and hearing impaired children, The Shepherd Centre puts children born deaf in this country at one in three hundred.

To support those children and their families, the Shepherd Centre is holding Loud Shirt Day this week.

The occasion will be celebrated in several states, marked by the wearing of loud shirts, ties or socks to raise money for charity.

In South Australia, all funds raised will go to the Cora Barclay Centre, which promotes oral options for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

The campaign slogan is ‘getting deaf kids talking’.

To help the Cora Barclay Centre get deaf South Australian kids talking, organisations, schools or sporting groups can hold a Loud Shirt Day at any time in September.

To find out more or register your interest visit www. loudshirtday.com.au.

Above: Anna Syta and her Landcruiser, 50km out of Birdsville on her return home to Roxby Downs. “It just went wrong after a great week at the Birdsville Races”, she said.

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The “Patch” is 10 years old Therapeutic nicotine in the form of patches, gum and lozenge has helped prevent 68,750 premature deaths since the therapies were made available over-the-counter ten years ago, according to a new report.

Renee Bittoun, Head of the Smoking Cessation Research Unit at the Brain and Mind Research Institute in Sydney, analysed smoking prevalence rates in Australia over the past decade along with research showing the contribution of easier access to therapeutic nicotine to long term success.

Her estimates show that 275,000 Australians have lived longer lives as non-smokers after quitting since 1997 – and that 68,750 of those were assisted in their long term abstinence by using therapeutic nicotine in one of its many forms (patches, lozenge, gum etc).

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“Before 1997 therapeutic nicotine – or nicotine replacement therapy as it is commonly known – was available only on prescription after a visit to a doctor.

“Since then we’ve seen the products become more and more available which has been of great benefit to smokers wanting to quit,” Ms Bittoun said.

The report shows that lower smoking rates over the past decade are strongly correlated with increases in the proportion of ex-smokers who say they used therapeutic nicotine to successfully quit smoking.

In 1995 only a handful of smokers said they had used nicotine replacement to help them quit successfully – by 1998 this had grown to 22% and by 2007 it was 29%.

In 1995 78% of smokers said they had quit successfully by going “cold turkey”.

By 2007 this had dropped to just

40%.

“It’s not just about the people who quit smoking and live longer, healthier lives,” Ms Bittoun said.

“All those 68,750 ex-smokers who were helped by therapeutic nicotine have friends, families and loved ones who all benefit.”

Ms Bittoun said the study was very timely because it is ten years since regulations were relaxed to allow over-the-counter access to therapeutic nicotine “There is an enormous amount of research that has examined variables correlated with our success in reducing smoking prevalence.

“But they tend to focus on the impact of policy changes, mass advertising campaigns or graphic warnings on packs.

“I think we are overdue in assessing the contribution of effective, accessible therapies to our progress in lowering smoking rates.”

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Health work on town oval

The Roxby Downs Town oval is to be given a complete health check with intensive work to be carried out during the next two weeks.

Soil tests have already been done and appropriate remedial action has been planned.

Council’s Works Officer, Peter Keller said a specialised machine is being brought to Roxby Downs to ‘rotovate’ the oval surface.

This machine not only aerates the surface but also breaks up the top soil taking away the hardness of the surface.

More than 700 tonnes of dolomite will be spread across the playing surface along with 700 kilograms of blended fertilizer and 800 litres of encow, a chemical that breaks down the accumulated salt content in the soil.

“There will not be any real time delays in sports being able to use the oval,” Mr Keller said.

“It’ll just feel softer under foot.

“The badly worn areas such as around the goal squares at either end will come in for special treatment,” he said.

With the cricket season opening towards the end of October work will start this week on removing the overburden from the pitch.

Mr Keller said the work will ensure the oval and playing surfaces are ready for the start of the cricket season.

“There will not be any delays as experienced last year because all of the major work around the pitch area has already been done.

“It should be good for at least two years before we have to level off the accumulated sand surrounding the pitch, which was the cause of last year’s delayed opening in Roxby Downs,” he said.

The opening four games of last year’s season were played in Woomera.

“We aim to have it looking in top condition for the opening of the season this year,” Mr Keller said.

Recycling results

The Environment Forum was out in force last market day, asking Roxby residents what sort of recycling services they would like to see in town.

“Initially a web based survey was undertaken on Roxby.com, with 96 respondents indicating support for kerbside recycling and five against,” Environment Forum spokesperson Adam Bester said.

“At market day 72 questionnaires were completed and all respondents agreed that kerbside recycling should be introduced in Roxby Downs,” he said.

64 per cent of people surveyed said that a fortnightly collection would be preferable to a weekly or monthly pick-up.

78 per cent said they would prefer a separate recycling bin to a split bin system.

Most people said that any item that could be recycled should be included, such as plastics, glass, paper and cardboard.

Some respondents even suggested a provision for recycling green waste and

mobile phones.

“Surprisingly, only 39 respondents currently use the Gosse Street recycling facilities, although many didn’t believed that the opening times were a huge inconvenience,” Dr Bester said.

“The majority of respondents thought they needed to have a more convenient recycling system in town, such as kerbside pick-up, to motivate them to recycle.

“Seventy-nine per cent would pay extra rates to cover the costs of kerbside pick-up, those that would not believed rates were already too high and that council should direct some of the funds spent on other areas into initiatives such as recycling.

“Given that 97 per cent of respondents were concerned with the volume of rubbish dumped into landfill, recycling would go a long way to reducing the volume assigned to landfill.

“All respondents thought that the benefits of recycling should be taught in schools,” he said.

Above: Local contractors trimming the palms in preparation for the new pool season.

Make a splash on Oct 1st T he Roxby Downs public swimming pool will re-open for the summer season to the general public on October the 1st.

There’ll be an earlier opening of September the 17th for the swimming club and those people taking part in the Triathlon.

Contractors have been busily working on the pool and surrounds, trimming the large palm trees and ensuring the pool water is stabilised.

During the off season the pools were drained, repaired and repainted as part of the ongoing

maintenance regime implemented

by Roxby Leisure.

Manager of Roxby Leisure Alan Male said the cost for a family season pass is $199 which is good value and all season users will be issued with a photo ID card for entry.

He told the recent Sports and Recreation forum meeting that centre management and facility booking software has been installed in the precinct and staff have been trained in the new system which became active this week.

The feasibility Design Study for the indoor swimming pool and indoor play facility has started

and concepts are expected to be presented to the Forum within the next three months.

Renovations to the Dunes Café and Visitor Information centre are expected to start in early October but they will be staged over a period of weeks so as not to disadvantage users.

The upgrade is expected to take four weeks.

Mr Male reminded sports clubs or community groups that the Dunes Café meeting area is available to them free of charge between 6pm and 9.30pm but bookings must be made through the VIC at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Cannabis sting nets two A tri-state police sting has caught two opal miners from Mintabie in the far north of the state allegedly selling cannabis to members of a nearby aboriginal community in the APY Lands.

The men, 37 and 38, were arrested as a result of the three-state police operation involving officers from South Australia, the Northern Territory and Western Australia.

The task force was formed 18 months ago with Federal government financial assistance aimed at stopping drug abuse on Aboriginal communities.

Assistant Police Commissioner Graeme Barton says Marla police have worked on the investigation since 2005 in difficult circumstances because of the remoteness of the area involved.

“One of the unusual things about it is that, in a small community like that you’re either a miner or you work in the store there and anyone who comes into that community is quite foreign,” he said.

“So it’s quite difficult for police to get into that scene, but over a period of time we managed to do it.”

Assistant Commissioner Barton said the seizure was significant and it has had a major impact on the supply of cannabis to the APY Lands community.

He intimated that cannabis was now the sought after drug of use in remote aboriginal communities because of the effectiveness of the introduction of OPAL fuel into those regions to combat petrol sniffing.

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oxby residents will have owners, other than a restriction on penalties for non-compliance.

“Micro-chipping of cats will also new rules imposed on their the number of dogs per household, unless an exemption is granted by be required. domestic animals soon.

This follows the endorsement by the Dog and Cat Management Board of the Animal Management Plan submitted by the Roxby Downs Council.

The Plan, which was formed after extensive community consultation, will mean new regulations for both cat and dog owners in the region.

“In Roxby Downs dogs come under the Dog and Cat Management Act of 1995, not much will change for dog

council, and the implementation of mandatory micro-chipping,” Works Officer for the Roxby Downs Council, Peter Keller said.

“Cat owners will now have to abide by the same rules as dog owners.

“This will include registration, identification and containment of all cats in Roxby Downs.

“All cat registrations will include a requirement for cats to be desexed or require the owner to obtain a permit for the keeping of an intact cat, with

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“This is a five year plan, as required by the Dog and Cat Management Board, upgrading the plan over the years will be possible and it must be revisited before the five years are up,” he said.

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“Reimbursement for holidays back to the last residential location or nearest capital city attracts the same concessional tax treatment.

“The substitution of reimbursement for water, electricity and gas use with reimbursement for holidays is supported by the Environment Forum.

“This could be in the form of a Travel Allowance instead of a Services Allowance,” the Environment Forum said.

When approached by The Monitor about this issue, Mr Dunn said the allowance is under review.

“BHP Billiton is currently reviewing its Staff Services Allowance,” Mr Dunn said.

“We understand there is a community view that it may not encourage the right behaviour in relation to water and energy consumption in some individuals.”

Mr Dunn said the company is looking at the types of services currently eligible for reimbursement and whether they are varied to promote energy and water conservation behaviours.

“BHP Billiton is considering a range of alternatives as part of this review.

“The main issue is to ensure that both our employees and the company are not negatively impacted by changing the allowance.

“Some proposed changes do have tax implications, it is too early to comment on the implication of possible changes at this stage,” Mr Dunn said.

A bore-ing conference!

The Department of the Environment and Water Resources is conducting a review of phase 2 of the Great Artesian Basin Sustainability Initiative (GABSI).

This initiative assists eligible owners of old, uncontrolled bores in the Great Artesian Basin to rehabilitate bores and to replace wasteful open earthen bore drains with piped water reticulation systems.

To ensure the remainder of GABSI Phase 2 is effective and to assist in setting up the third phase, an extensive independent review is currently underway.

To assist the review, the Department has invited individuals or groups who have an interest in the GAB, to take part in a review workshop to be held in Roxby Downs today.

The format of the workshop will include two sessions.

Session 1 - Government and Agency representatives: 9am – 1pm Session 2 - Landholders and other interested parties: 2pm – 5pm Both sessions will be held at the Roxby Downs Council.

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Above: Graffiti adorning the side of the Olympic Dam Football Club rooms.

Graffiti sours win

Following the weekend’s win by Andamooka in the Woomera and Districts Football League Grand Final, revellers have soured the celebrations with inappropriate graffiti.

A number of road safety signs along Olympic Way were the target as were the clubrooms of the Olympic Dam Football club.

Players and supporters from Andamooka

Above: Marie Tresize reading “The Magic Hat” at the Library last week. Below: Toddler Storytime organiser, Karen Russell.

The Magic Hat, in stereo, Australiawide The Magic Hat by South Australian author Mem Fox was read simultaneously all over the country last week, as Australian libraries and reading groups celebrated National Simultaneous Storytime.

In Roxby Downs the Community Library combined with Toddler Storytime for the reading, with around 55 mothers and children flocking to the Dunes Café for the occasion.

“It’s a great idea that works really well, and I was really happy with the turnout,” Community Library Manager, Marie Trezise said.

“Reading to children is a fantastic way to develop reading skills and the only thing it costs is time.

“This event is put together to promote the benefits of reading to small children and the part it plays in developing literacy,” she said.

National Simultaneous Storytime is part of National Literacy and Numeracy Week, which aims to celebrate and acknowledge the work being undertaken around the country to develop the literacy and numeracy skills of young people.

had great reason to celebrate, stopping the Olympic Dam team winning a fourth straight flag.

But from the graffiti around town some of that revelry went too far.

The Roxby Downs Council and the Olympic Dam Football Club are now up for expensive maintenance work to remove the graffiti.

Above: Graffiti on a road sign between Roxby Downs and Olympic Dam.

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Its basic function is to collect waste engine oil from the public and business at the Opal Road landfill site.

The Roxby Downs Council sought grant funding to buy two waste oil collection units following approaches by the town’s Environment Forum.

The council was successful in obtaining a grant of $29,700 through the Product Stewardship for oil Program from the Australian government Department of the Environment and Water Resources.

“It’s all part of the big picture for managing waste in Roxby Downs and in regional and metropolitan communities throughout South Australia,” Municipal

changes in the management of waste to support the significant reduction of waste being committed to landfill.”

As of now, members of the community are able to dispose of their waste engine oil at the Opal Road landfill at normal landfill operating times of 1-6pm 7 days a week.

The oils will then be pumped out by a contractor and recycled.

Recycled oil can be used as an industrial burner fuel, as hydraulic oil, refined into new lubricating oil of incorporated into other products.

For more information about used oil recycling, please contact the Roxby Downs Council on 86710010 or look on the council website.

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This weekend is Clean Up the World Weekend.

Here in Roxby, community members will be able to do their bit by joining Roxby Coordinator for Clean Up Australia, Steve Moss, in his winter clean up.

“Our winter clean up will be on Sunday,” Mr Moss said.

“We will be meeting at the Lions Park, and all residents are invited to take part,” he said.

Founder and Chairman of Clean Up Australia and Clean Up the World, Ian Kiernan is urging all communities to get out and make a difference.

“Clean Up the World is a practical and immediate way to help reduce some of the causes of climate change,” Mr Kiernan said.

“This is a challenge for our generation and the next.

“The environment must be a priority for all of us,” he said.

The Clean Up the World campaign began almost 15 years ago, aiming to encourage communities to ‘clean up, fix up and conserve their local environment’.

Last year 35 million volunteers from 100 countries took part.

The Roxby winter clean up will begin at 10am.

High visibility vests, gloves and bags will be supplied.

Marathon Resources is continuing work on its Mt Gee uranium project, in South Australia’s Northern Flinders Ranges.

The work specifically involves updating the August 2006 resource estimate based on the most recent round of completed drilling in March 2007.

Due to unexpected delays in work being undertaken, the company now expects to announce a revised resource estimate this month.

The next diamond drilling program has started at Mt Gee in the eastern part of the resource.

This work is targeted at improving resource confidence, obtaining geo-technical samples and obtaining samples for further metallurgical test work.

There is currently one diamond drill rig on site, which will be joined by a second rig this month.

About 650m of drilling has been completed so far and the program is scheduled to run for at least 6 months and results will be progressively released as they become available.

The company says a report has now been received on recent metallurgical test work undertaken by the Australia Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) on samples from 6 RC drill holes completed as part of the Q1 2007 Mt Gee drilling program.

This preliminary test work suggests that uranium can be readily extracted from the one Mt Gee composite sample tested under moderate leaching conditions, for relatively low reagent additions.

A visit was recently undertaken by the company’s CEO, Stuart Hall, to meet local community members in the vicinity of Mt Gee in preparation for the formation of a North Flinders Community Consultative Committee (NFCCC).

The NFCCC comprises local members from the State and Federal Government (or their alternates) and representatives of local landowners, graziers, tourism operators and the indigenous community.

The aim of the Committee is to act as a forum for the company and the local community to regularly meet and discuss progress at Mt Gee and any issues of concerns that may arise.

Marathon Resources claims it remains committed to the successful development of the Mt Gee uranium deposit and to having an operating mine in production by late in 2011.

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Two months after its change of ownership, Roxby Hourglass Jewellers continues to go from strength to strength.

The store still retains the exquisite jewellery and home wares it was known for under the Milhinch family’s reign, but new owner, Leigh Malcolm, has added a whole new depth to the business.

“We specialise in designing handmade diamond engagement rings, jewellery repair, gold and silver soldering, watch repairs and watch battery fitting,” Mr Malcolm said.

“And I am very pleased with the way it is all going.

“I love Roxby, love the climate and the community, my partner Theresa has

moved up here now to share the experience and we are settling in well.

“Hopefully the business will continue to grow and develop into a bigger and better venture,” he said.

Mr Malcolm is a qualified Gemmologist with experience in both retail and jewellery manufacture, who previously owned jewellery businesses in Adelaide.

He moved to Roxby Downs to get away from the city lifestyle and get back to his country roots.

“I really wanted to get back to the country and breathe the clean air,” he said.

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and Districts Football League in a comfortable win over Olympic Dam which was stopped in its tracks from winning a fourth consecutive flag.

I knew it was going to be an interesting time in town as far as the celebrations were concerned.

You couldn’t help but notice the emotional aggression that gripped the game during the last 15 minutes of that last quarter.

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t was a great weekend for the blue and whites.

On the national stage we had Geelong stroll away to a crushing win over the Kangaroos.

L o c a l l y, w e s a w t h e Andamooka kangaroos take the Grand Final of the Woomera

Players were openly brawling among the crowd of spectators on Andamooka’s western half forward flank.

Spectators were taunting each other.

The air was quite electric and could have exploded if it wasn’t for the clear thinking and professionalism of the umpiring panel.

You must give the Andamooka team and its supporters credit for winning the flag.

But those celebrations did get out of hand.

Cans of spray paint in the hands of revellers were used to

spray most road safety signs in sight along Olympic Way during the weekend.

The artists then took to the clubhouse of the Olympic Dam Football Club.

I know some sections of the community will say it was just ‘harmless’ fun and that you can’t tar the supporter base with the same broad brush.

But there are limits to the revelry.

It’s fine to celebrate and rejoice. It’s good to see the players and supporters let off a bit of steam, especially on “Mad Monday” and repaint the icons

at the 50 kilometre mark on the road to Woomera in blue and white.

But to place drivers lives at risk by defacing safety warning signs is another thing.

To deface your opponents clubrooms is just not on.

It doesn’t matter if you have a healthy rivalry between teams, as long as that rivalry is kept within limits and no-one oversteps the mark.

I feel for the management and team of Andamooka that this should have happened.

They have worked long and hard both on and off the training

track this year to achieve this goal.

It should not have been tarnished by the actions of a few, who stepped over the line.

Both the council and the Olympic Dam Football Club face big costs now to remove the graffiti.

To those who took their spray cans out, you let your club down.

You didn’t have the discipline that your players showed on Saturday afternoon.

You let them down and more importantly you let yourself down.

Letters to the Editor Dear Editor The Roxby Downs Health Forum would like to thank and congratulate the members of the Roxby Downs Arts and Culture Forum on the fantastic Red Earth Festival that was held in Roxby Downs recently.

What a great achievement and contribution you have made to the local community. The festival was well organised and very enjoyable and we appreciate all of the hard work done by you and your helpers.

Health is everyone’s business and the Red Earth Festival was a great way of improving the mental, social and physical health of the people of our community.

Sue Houlson Chair Roxby Downs Health Forum

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I met multi media artist Cindi Drennan from Port Augusta the other day. Gave her a lift to Roxby. She is here to look for other young people interested in multi-media.

I did a short course in multi media with Cazerine Barry in June. Cindi was on the same course. It was about using multi media to tell stories. Cindi grew up in Port Augusta so we got to swapping old Port Augusta stories.

I was a school teacher there 30 years ago. In those days we bohemians were happy to move out to a disused dairy cottage in the middle of the saltbush country just to the North of the Port. We wanted to make music and multi media, and we did.

You can still see the old homestead today from the road. It is just a small house. As you cross the first grid close in to Port Augusta look west. You can see it there perched on a little rise.

I would say multi media is that soup we call video, the internet, radio, any sort of visual art, TV, still photography, all sorts of music interacting together or separately within a defined space.

That space might be a stage, an auditorium, a historic cottage or a corrugated shed that glows in the dark. It doesn’t matter. What the artist does in a multi media piece is to animate a space with light, sound, smell, texture, whatever it takes, to create a provocative experience for the viewer/listener.

It can be sensory overload or it can be very subtle. It can be something you walk into and can’t ignore, or it can be something you glimpse darkly out of the corner of your eye. It can be a phase shifting of ordinary reality.

It doesn’t need to be escapist, but much of the early multi media work was. You’d want something to take your mind off Hitler wouldn’t you? The best multi media works subtly on your brain. It tells stories and it is engaging for young people because it uses the tools that they have grown up with.

Video cameras, mobile phones, film, music. One of the early bands to use multi media was Pink Floyd. Their shows have always used elements of media working together to make an effect.

Multi media had its antecedents in popular culture, in the happenings of the sixties and seventies, and in the dada situationalist events that were a feature of avantgarde life in Zurich and Munich in the 1930’s.

As Hitler stoked the fires of prejudice in his adopted homeland, exiled German and French artists in Switzerland were throwing everything at trying to make people wake up to the looming danger across the border.

Cindi wants to come back and do something with a small group of youngish people and showcase it during the excellent Oktopal long weekend coming up in two weeks time. Sounds like more work and more story telling and more fun. Look out for the advertisements asking for participants to step up.

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Former Roxby Student attends National Science Forum Annesley College Year 12 student Laura Gray, formerly of Roxby Downs was selected from over 2,000 applicants to attend the National Youth Science Forum (NSYF) held in Canberra earlier this year.

This annual two week forum is designed to stimulate interest in budding scientists of the future.

Selection for the NYSF is highly competitive, with only 282 students selected from 2,466 high schools all over Australia by 1,180 Rotary clubs.

From South Australia 111 students applied and 25 students were selected.

Three of the selected students were from Annesley College. Laura Gray was selected to participate in the chemistry stream.

To have students selected is a credit to the students, the school, the Rotary clubs and the community.

During the Forum, Laura met practising scientists; participated in debates and visited significant sites of scientific endeavour.

“We gained a lot of knowledge about pathways for a career in chemistry” says Laura.

“It was a fantastic experience that I would definitely recommend everyone to do, especially kids from the country, to get the experience and see what’s our there in the science world and get a feel for the industry.”

“It’s important to see science can be fun…not just serious” she says.

Annesley College offers a strong science curriculum, with specialist subjects like forensic science.

Annesley is also the only girl’s school involved in the World Solar Challenge, which runs from Darwin to Adelaide from October 21- 28, 2007.

Participating students are involved in sponsorship, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and project management.

Visit the Director of Admissions, Meg Craven, and the Head of Boarding, Rebecca Ramsey at the forth-coming Market Day. Annesley College is the only girl’s school in South Australia with both International Baccalaureate (IB) and Council of International Schools (CIS) Accreditation.

Annesley offers schooling from Kindergarten – Year 12 and boarding from Years 7-12. For information contact Meg Craven, Director of Admissions on (08) 8422 2291 or email admissions@annesley. sa.edu.au.

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Above: Woomera artist, Sharon Wasley’s exhibition on show at the gallery at the moment.

A boost for local artists The Art Gallery at the Cultural Precinct has thrown its support behind local artists, reducing fees to encourage more of them out of the woodwork.

The concession came when the Arts and Culture Forum, in collaboration with local artists, lobbied the Precinct for reduced fees and commission on sales.

“It was seen to be a way to encourage local artists to use the gallery,” Arts and Culture Forum spokesperson Rodney Mitchell said.

“The Forum negotiated with centre management and secured the reduced fees,” he said.

Noted local artist Dave Kovac, said what the Cultural Precinct has done is fantastic.

“The Cultural Precinct has always been very supportive,” Mr Kovac said.

“When the question was put to them about reducing the commission to local artists, they enthusiastically embraced the idea.

“They really do want to support local art.

“And it is important that local people visit the gallery, you never know what you might find,” he said.

Cultural Precinct Events and Visitor Information Co-ordinator Mandy Masters said she hoped it would encourage more local artists to showcase their work.

“A local artist is a resident of Roxby Downs or Andamooka,” Ms Masters said.

“We encourage those artists to pop in and have a chat with us if they are looking to hold an exhibition.

“We have great facilities here and we want to encourage local artists to utilise them and show the public what they have to offer,” she said.

On show at the Art Gallery at present is an exhibition by Woomera artist Sharon Wasley.

Ms Wasley’s exhibition will run until September 26.

Monday 7 - 10am 11 - 12pm 12 - 1pm 1 - 2pm 3 - 5pm 5 - 6pm 8 - 10pm

Easy listening music Easy listening music NOT QUITE COUNTRY with Wendy Easy listening music ROXFM’S YOUTH PRESENTERS DRIVE TIME EVERYONE DESERVES MUSIC with Matt

Thursday 7 - 10am 11.30 - 12pm 12 - 1pm 1 - 2pm 2 - 3pm 3 - 5pm 5 - 6pm 8 - 10pm

Easy listening music BLAST FROM THE PAST with Annette BLAST FROM THE PAST with Annette ROXFM’S HEALTH SHOW Easy listening music ROXFM’S YOUTH PRESENTERS KALEIDOSCOPE with Teya JAZZ with Geoff

Tuesday 8 - 9am 11.30 - 12pm 12 - 1pm 1 - 2pm 2 - 3pm 3 - 5pm 5 - 7pm 8 - 10pm

FINS WORLD with Fin BLAST FROM THE PAST with Annette BLAST FROM THE PAST with Annette IT’S ALL ABOUT US with Scuba Easy listening music ROXFM’S YOUTH PRESENTERES Easy listening music BLUES SHOW with Murray

Friday 7 - 10am 11 - 12pm 12 - 1pm 1 - 2pm 2pm 3 - 5pm 5 - 6pm 8 - 10pm

Easy listening music Easy listening music COUNTRY with Wendy IT’S ALL ABOUT US with Scuba COUNCIL NEWS ROXFM’S YOUTH PRESENTERS DRIVE TIME COMFORTABLY NUMB with Geoff

Wednesday 7 - 10am 11-12pm 1 - 2pm 2 - 3pm 3 - 5pm 5 - 6pm 6.30 - 7.30pm 8 - 10pm

Easy listening music Easy listening music EASY LISTENING with Wendy WHAT’S COOKING AT THE CLUB ROXFM’S YOUTH PRESENTERS THE RADIO AX with Ben LATIN ROCK with Jariel and Jarvier RETROSEPCT with Laura and Paul

Saturday 8am - 12pm GAUD-MORNING with Gordon 1 - 8pm Easy listening music 8pm - 12am ROCK with Gordon Sunday 8 - 12pm 12 - 1pm 2 - 3pm 8 - 10pm

YOUR STANDING IN IT with Geoff NEW AUSSIE MUSIC with Fin & Murray SUNDAY with Fred SUNDAY MELTDOWN (Heavy) with Sam & Steve

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Computer boost for the Board

The Community Board has received a boost, in the shape of two grants which will supply computers to the Board and Forums.

The first grant was for $2,800 from the Volunteer Small Equipment Grant Program, an initiative of the Department of Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs.

It will fund the purchase of a lap-top computer.

The second grant was in the form of two refurbished government desktop computers from the Smart State PC Donation Program.

Executive Officer of the Community Board Michelle Hales said the computers

will be valuable resources for the Board and Forums.

“A lot of the Forums have expressed a need for access to computer equipment to assist members with their projects.

“As a result of these successful grant applications we have been able to make this happen,” Ms Hales said.

Over 7,700 organisations benefited from a Volunteer Small Equipment Grant this year, equating to almost $17 million.

The grants aim to encourage and support volunteers by providing funds for organisations to purchase equipment which will make volunteering activities easier, safer and more enjoyable.

Roxby Downs Community Board Invites members of the community to

“Community Conversations” Date: Thursday September 20, 2007 Venue: Dunes Cafe Time: 7.30pm

Roxby students strike gold!

All over the state, students and parents are putting down books and breathing a sigh of relief over a job well done, the Premier’s Reading Challenge is over for another year.

Last year around 120 Roxby Downs Area School students completed the challenge, a target the school is hoping to beat this year.

“We’ve had a lot of children participate,” Community Library Manager, Marie Trezise said.

“It’s great to see so many children reading such a wide variety of books and improving their literacy skills,” she said.

The challenge, to read 12 books between the start of the school

year and September 8, was open to all South Australian students from Reception to Year 9.

Students completing the challenge are awarded a certificate the first year, a bronze medal the second year, a silver medal the third and a gold medal for their fourth successful attempt.

The first batches of medals will arrive in schools in early November and be presented to students before the end of the school year.

“Participation rates are soaring and there have been a number of new developments and student success stories through the program this year,” Education Minister Jane

Lomax-Smith said.

“Almost 144,000 South Australian school children participated in the Premier’s Reading Challenge this year, about 14,000 more students than last year.

“We also announced more incentives for students to keep reading beyond 2007.

“After they achieve their gold medal they can go on to earn a Premier’s Reading Challenge Champion medal in their fifth year, followed by a Legend medal and finally a Hall of Fame medal after seven years,” she said.

Congratulations to all students who completed the challenge.

This is a chance for members of the Board, Forums, Partnerships and the wider community to get together and have a chat about the fantastic work being achieved.

There will be displays by the Forums and special presentations.

If you want to find out what’s happening in our community this is the best place to be.

RSVP: Michelle Hales 0418 833 818 by September 18.

MEETING DATES Alcohol & Substance Abuse Partnership Community Conversations Community Board Arts and Culture Forum Volunteering Partnership Business Forum (date to be confirmed)

19 September 20 September 24 September 26 September 15 October October

Above: Roxby children enjoying the School Holiday program at the Library in July.

Catching dreams at the library

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

7.00pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 6.30pm

For further information and check venue locations please contact Michelle Hales on 0438 871 153

The ever popular holiday activity program at the Roxby Downs Community Library will have a mystical bent this October, with the creation of dream catchers and totem poles on the agenda.

“It’s always very popular and we always get a great turnout,” Community Library Manager, Marie Trezise said.

“It is one of the few activities available to children during the holidays and we have had great feedback in the past from children and parents.

“Each session will include a story and an activity, with some great craft activities planned for these holidays,” she said.

The Community Library holiday activity program is open to children aged 5 – 13.

Sessions will run on Tuesday, October 2 and Tuesday, October 9 from 10 – 11am.

Bookings are essential.

For more information, or to book your child a place contact the library on 8671 0660.

Ways to have your say Do you have an issue that you want raised at any of the meetings?

Do you have suggestions, ideas or feedback that you want passed on for consideration and action?

Would you like to come along to a meeting and speak about a topic?

Would you like to join a forum or partnership?

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Above: Kelly and Neil welcomed the birth of Karman Patricia Chapple on August 10. She was born at the Flinders Medical Centre and weighed 6lb 10oz .

HORSE FLU Equine influenza has been detected in New South Wales and Queensland.

To keep South Australia free of horse flu, please:

DO • Cancel or postpone horse events if possible • Limit people movements onto horse properties • Maintain contact with horse and riding clubs for information • Monitor the PIRSA website for updates – www.pir.sa.gov.au/horseflu

DON’T • Organise gatherings of horses without a permit • Share equipment between horses • Bring floats or trucks into SA from interstate without a permit and without disinfecting them • Bring horse equipment (including riding boots) into SA from interstate.

Further information: • www.pir.sa.gov.au/horseflu • The organiser of your horse sport • Horse SA 0402 488 306 • PIRSA Emergency Animal Health hotline 1800 675 888.

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CBH RESOURCES Endeavor Operations Pty Ltd Are you seeking long-term employment, competitive salaries and opportunities for career growth?

Are you looking for employment with an emerging industry leader?

Are you interested in joining a thriving and friendly close-knit community ideal for raising a family?

Endeavor Mine at Cobar may be the solution to your employment needs.

Endeavor Mine (Endeavor) is owned and operated by Sydney-based mineral resource company CBH Resources Limited (CBH). Along with Endeavor, CBH manages an operating base metal mine at Broken Hill, developmental projects at Sulphur Springs and Hera in the Cobar area and exploration projects in the Cobar Basin, Napier Range and Constance Range areas.

In addition to these projects, the Company has a concentrate ship-loading facility at Newcastle.

Endeavor Endeavor, located 47 kilometres north of Cobar in central western New South Wales, is the largest zinc, lead and silver producer in the region.

First brought into production in 1983, the mine has been operated by CBH Resources since 2003.

Endeavor is an underground operation accessed by decline and haulage shaft, with concentrator, drying, storage and rail facilities on the mine lease.

The Mine has a total capacity of 1,200,00 tonnes of ore per year with capabilities to produce 140,000 tonnes zinc concentrates p.a, and 60,000 tonnes of lead concentrates p.a. containing 70,000 tonnes zinc, and 40,000 tonnes lead and 31,000 kilograms of silver.

Location

Accommodation

Situated at the crossroads of the Kidman Way and the Barrier Highway – 300 km northwest of Dubbo, Cobar Shire has a population of 8,000 people, 6,000 of whom reside in the town of Cobar.

Cobar’s prosperity centres on the thriving mining – copper, lead, silver, zinc, gold, agricultural – wool and sheep meat and tourism industries.

The town is home to all the major amenities - schools, hospital, library, cinema, cafes and restaurants, accommodation and sporting facilities - which you would expect to nd in a busy community.

Current Opportunities

Cobar offers a wide variety of housing options.

Endeavor owns comfortable and well-maintained three and four bedroom houses along with one-bed room ats. It also provides fully-furnished share-housing accommodation for its FIFO employees.

Cobar’s rental premises range from one-bedroom units to modern four bedroom homes. There is a broad range of affordable, comfortable homes for sale in Cobar. In addition land packages are readily available in the town’s three new estates for those wishing to build a home.

All rent for both company and privately leased housing is deducted from employee’s pre-tax salary thus reducing their tax liability.

With a progressive and innovative plan in place for the coming years, Endeavor is well positioned to enhance its on site capabilities. In achieving these objectives, our maintenance and mining departments are currently seeking experienced personnel for various surface and underground roles including: - Surface Electrical Planner - Surface Electrical Supervisor - Underground and Surface Electricians - Underground Fixed Plant and Mobile tters and mechanics - Underground operators and development personnel (Both residential and Fly in/y out positions are available at Endeavor).

To express your interest in joining an organisation intent on developing the individual and one whose philosophy supports work/family exibility, forward your CV to: Mark Atkinson, Human Resources Superintendent, PO Box 109, Cobar, NSW 2835 or email recruitment@endeavor.com.au. Further information can be obtained by phoning 02 6830 9466.

Expressions of interest for other mining and technical roles are welcome.

CBH Resources Ltd rewards all employees with competitive salaries, family/work exibility and the opportunity to advance and excel in all levels and locations of the organisation.

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Mortgage stress on rates Higher home mortgage rates in the past year have increased markedly the number of households in mortgage stress according to the Housing Industry Association.

Using research from the National Centre for Social and Economic Modelling (NATSEM), the HIA found the proportion of home buyers in mortgage stress in Adelaide jumped 15.7 per cent in the past year.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Census, there were 24,000 households in August 2006 paying more than 30 per cent of their gross household income on

a single mortgage over the place of principal residence.

Twelve months later the number of households in mortgage stress has escalated to more than 27,800 More than 8 out of 10 households in mortgage stress had a household income of less than $75,000 a year, dispelling the myth that the incidence of mortgage stress has been distorted by high-income households taking out big mortgages.

The highest incidence of mortgage stress were for those under 35 years of age indicating that mortgage stress is more prevalent among recent first

home buyers.

HIA’s South Australian Director, Robert Harding, said that with first home buyers having to borrow more then ever to enter the market, family budgets are very vulnerable to increases in home mortgage rates.

“For a family on average earnings, income would have had to increase by more than 8 per cent in the past year to avoid an increase in repayment burdens.

“Average Australians are being squeezed out of home ownership and the rental market is offering little relief ”.

How much debt do you want Mortgage Choice, an Au s t r a l i a n M o r t g a g e Broker, is calling for borrowers to consider their options in case another rate rise occurs and results in further climbing mortgage repayments.

The Reserve Bank of Australia’s most recent rate decision sees Australia’s official interest rate remaining at 6.5 percent until 3 October.

According to Mortgage Choice there’s talk of another 0.25 percent rise within the next six to 12 months.

The company’s National Manager Corporate Affairs, Warren O’Rourke said it is unwise for any borrower

to be confident of a stable short-term rates environment just because the RBA lifted the cash rate last month.

“Borrowers need to understand that mortgage rates may change any month of the year, which means the y can’t b e overconfident of their hopefully – updated budget and splash out without serious consideration,” he said.

“When borrowers get into trouble with their loan repayments, whether it is falling behind or experiencing a money squeeze in order to pay them, it is often not the mortgage that is the problem.

Soft side in building approvals B uilding approvals in South Australia were moderately lower at the start of the new financial year.

For lease Zoned light industrial all on approx 1500m2 of land in an ideal location with easy access.

Includes 6 bay 3 phase powered workshop with air conditioned office and cellar.

Approx 10m x 10m shed with industrial air conditioning, bathroom, toilet, also separate & comfortable 3 bedroom living quarters that consists of large walk in robe, large living room with slow combustion heater, separate kitchen, large storage room, 5 air conditioners, front verandah, double carport and pergola.

For further details, contact Kate Bastian on 86713355.

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New Release PORT CLINTON 42 Cumberland Rd Lovely home, surprising rear yd. 3 bdm, new kit & bthm. Float timber s, qual drapes, s/s + duct evap a/c. shd/wkshp & c/port. Auto/wtr, fruit/veg gdn, store rm.

Inspect without delay.

Price Guide Low $200,000’s Wendy Burman 0407708742 PORT RICKABY - ALMOST BEACHFRONT 8 Capella Ct 3 bdrm log cabin. A/c, comb htr, c/fans.

Stylish kit. ss oven. Mns + r/water. Wide decks bck/front. 40x20x12 Gge. conc .

Pwr, sink, wc. Land 1000 sqm approx.

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Price Guide $330,000 Wendy Burman 0407708742 PORT CLINTON - SEAFRONT 19 Parade Would easily suit 2 families with a share arrangement. 5 bdms, 2 kit, 2 living , games lge bar/sink. 2 bthms + shwr ext ldry. Lock up garage, shed, sh cleaning station, BBQ, the list goes on for this very clean, tidy affordable getaway. Great sea views, across from boat ramp Price Guide: $280,000 Agent Wendy Burman 0407 708 742 PORT VINCENT - SEAFRONT 52 Esplanade Perfectly located with fabulous sea views, this superb home was built to perfection for the current owners. Amazingly

versatile, featuring 3 or 4 bedrooms plus study, open plan kitchen, meals and living area capturing the wonderful views and providing a magnicent hub to the home.

Formal lounge. Main bedroom has Walk in robe and en-suite. Reverse cycle, ducted air conditioning. Energy efcient solar power and catalytic converter. Spacious living resonates throughout the property.

Double lock up, tiled garage, boat accommodation with 3rd toilet & shower.

If you are seeking superior seafront living with only 5 minutes drive to shops, then look no further.

POA Agent Wendy Burman 0407 708 742 MAITLAND Many properties in this pretty, central location. Handy to many shing & swimming beaches.

Character home restoration project $125,000 – Renovated, 3 bdrm, new bathroom, ducted a/c $170,000 – Fabulous 4 bedroom large block High $200,000’s Agent Wendy Burman 0407 708 742 BALGOWAN 2 Heather Ct Immac 3 b/r.(main with ensuite & WIR).

Spac open plan lounge/dine, paved ctyd.

5star kit. a/c, gas htr & c/f’s. Sep laundry/ bthrm/toilet. Auto watering, 40x20x10 gge, gdn shd + carport. M/water, r/water (5 tanks). Exc shing.

Adj block also available POA Agent Wendy Burman 0407 708 742

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5 GREGORY STREET Offers over $360,000 3 bedroom home, located close to T school and shops. Above ground, R AC T N in-ground pool,Clarge O outdoor ERarea. BIR’s to all entertainment D UN evap cooling, gas bedrooms, heating. Currently leased on a periodic basis at $400 p/w.

Figures released show that dwelling 32 HERMIT STREET Offers over $385,000 approvals were 1.4 per cent lower in 3 bedroom home, with large shed, July, to a total of 894 and were also down approx 20x40 with 2 roller doors, slightly on a year ago, with a dip of 1.1 large fibreglass swimming pool per cent.

Approvals for detached houses have with built in table and seat. Garden strengthened, up 5.2 per cent in July to beds with palm trees, easy low 785 and were 10.1 per cent higher when maintenance yards. Currently leased to BHP Billiton. compared to the same time last year. $345,000 Multi-unit approvals, in contrast, were 50 PIONEER DRIVE lower, down 32.3 per cent in July to a total 3 bedroom home, gardens in of 109 and were 37.7 per cent lower when need of some tender love and compared to July last year. care. Outdoor entertainment Australia’s peak building industry body, area with large shed and rear gate HIA, said that although the volume of access. BIR’s to all bedrooms, evap approvals in South Australia has weak- cooling, gas heating, new gas oven ened in 2007, dwelling approvals remain to kitchen. Currently leased on a periodic basis at $355 at healthy levels.

HIA’s Regional Director, Robert Harding, p/w. Live in or invest. said that a softening in the volume of LOT 464 GOVERNMENT RD ANDAMOOKA dwelling approvals was expected, given Offers above $130,000 the strong performance in recent years.

“The first seven months of 2007 have This allotment is currently vacant and been weaker for approvals than last year, is in a great location at the entrance to but only marginally.” Mr Harding said.

Andamooka, with bitumen frontage, “It’s possible that we will see a further next to what used to be operated deterioration in the level of approvals in as the opal showroom. Would be a the next release of results, given that we great opportunity to run your thriving business and is have just been hit with yet another rate on approx 1070sqm. rise.”

The monthly trend in building approvals in July fell by 4.5 per cent in Tasmania, 2.3 per cent in New South Wales, and 1 per cent in the Northern Territory.

Approvals were effectively flat in Queensland (+0.3 per cent, and Western Martin Stringer Ali Webber Tania Noonan Australia (+0.3 per cent).

Real Estate Manager Property Consultant Property Manager Building approvals were up by 2.6 per 0417 897 159 0417 816 738 0438 797 687 cent in Victoria and 10.9 per cent in the Phone 0417 816 738 Australian Capital Territory.

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26 Hermit Street - Year Round Comfort

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his 3 bedroom home has numerous features to make your stay in Roxby Downs much more comfortable.

Automatic roller shutters have been installed to the front of the home which will help keep this home cool in summer in addition to the reverse cycle air-conditioning and evaporative cooling.

The living area is modern with its open floor plan with tiles throughout lounge, dining, kitchen and passage.

With a splash of colour and the warmth of timber venetians.

Step outside from the dining

area and entertain all year round with a fully insulated high rise ceiling with power and the pot belly will assist you with taking the chill out of the air for your guests.

Pattern paving leads you to the kids play area that consists of a cubby house, sandpit and designated swing area with an airbrushed wave on the garden shed - so the kids can escape to paradise and catch the surf all seasons.

There is also a large patch of lush green lawn for the kids to play on.

Then for Dad, there’s a large shed with roller door that is once again fully insulated with air-con-

ditioning and a sliding glass door.

So when accommodation gets tight you have an alternative.

There is rear gate access to this shed via the double AND single carport, plenty of room for at least 3 cars to park all undercover.

The kitchen is designed in an “L” shape which leads you with numerous choices to the size of your fridge and layout, plenty of cupboard space, dishwasher, timber venetian to kitchen window, 2 access points one via dining and other via passage.

Passage also has several access points which will lead you to the bedrooms which are all a good size,

Yours

BIR’s to all, reverse cycle air-conditioning in 2 of the bedrooms.

Laundry, bathroom and toilet all located at the end of the passage way.

Be quick to secure this home for your family in a thriving real estate market OR if you are an investor rental potential on this property is $440 - $450 per week.

Offers over $390,000 For further enquiries or to arrange an inspection please contact Wardle Co Real Estate - Ali Webber 0417 816 738.

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12 allotments 3 - 6 acres

These well positioned allotments are located on the eastern side of Wirrabara overlooking the Golf Course, township and Flinders Ranges.

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Excellent getaway parcel of land. This allotment contains 234 acres of which approx. 100 acres are arable, balance mallee scrub. Elevated views of the Wirrabara district. Connected to mains water. Expressions of interest close 4.00pm 3rd October 2007.

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Things you should know: Information is current as at 3 September 2007. Any application for credit is subject to Westpac’s normal lending criteria. Terms and conditions apply and are available on request. These may be varied or new terms and conditions introduced in the future. Fees, charges and normal lending criteria apply. *Package qualifying criteria and terms and conditions apply, and are available on request. The Package may be reviewed, amended or withdrawn at any time. A package fee of $395 p.a. applies. © 2007 Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141.

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$130,000

14.25 acres This parcel of land is located on the north western side of Wirrabara next to the football oval. Improvements on the land are the current slaughter house with a large cool room, toilet & shower block, holding yards, electric winch, pit with submersible pump, mains water, dam, power and new fencing. Be quick to secure this parcel of land with all services.

Martin Stringer Real Estate Manager 0417 897 159

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Parents and friends news Dear Parents and Friends, Welcome to Septembers newsletter from P&F.

Above: RDAS SSO’s at their celebration lunch recently.

Celebrating our SSO’s

August 20 - 24th was SSO week.

SSO’s were spoilt with a lunch at the Roxby Downs Club and some Junior Primary students made a beautiful poster which was on display all week.

It is a week to recognise all the work SSO’s do to help the school run

efficiently.

It was also Ursula Dolphin’s last week with us as she has since left to Pt Augusta.

The front office has had some changes with Lorraine McEvoy and Emma Gigney increasing hours to cover the front desk.

Our P&F Quiz Night held recently raised $2,400.

We would like to thank all sponsors who will be listed in our school newsletter, and all members of the community who helped and participated on the night, the winning team was Foregone Conclusion.

We have a new President of P&F recently elected who is Jenny Longmire and our new Treasurer is Karen Russell.

P&F has donated $6,000 to the school to purchase Electronic Whiteboard, Data Projector and Laptop package for our students, the money raised from P&F Quiz Night has gone towards this.

Next P&F Market Day is Saturday September 15th 2007.

Next P&F meeting will be held after School holidays on Wednesday 17th October 7.30 pm School staffroom,all welcome.

There will be a P&F Market Day held on Saturday October 20th 2007 just after school holidays.

Thanks Annette Jackson on behalf of the P&F Committee.

Camping out

Above: The poster created by the junior primary classes that went on display.

Above: Ralph Kamupita, Dane Stubbs, Kane Graham and Hayden Cradock in the tent they put up.

“The camp was awesome because it had lots of activities to do there. My favourite part was playing ‘Storm the Lantern’”.

Jessie Emmerson-Sellar

Commitment

Principally Speaking Dear Parents and Carers, I am very pleased to say that the Parents and Friends Quiz Night was a resounding success with all tables sold out and a huge number of people enjoyed the evening.

It was fantastic to see so much support from the community and local businesses.

The hard working Parents and Friends club raised a massive $2400 which will be directed towards much needed computing equipment. My thanks go to the P&F members who worked tirelessly to ensure the event was a winner.

The school recently held an information session on the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) and it was great to see a number of families in attendance. Thanks must go to Shane Hodgson for organising the evening as well as presenting and to Helen Bennie, Ann O’Sullivan and Kate Bennie who assisted with the information sharing.

This week subject selection meetings are taking place for our Year 10 and 11 students. It is important that the correct pattern of subjects are chosen to meet the requirement of the SACE. Please ensure your child has attended one of these sessions.

The year 5/6 classes have been attending camps over the last two weeks with plenty of activities including a “Race around Andamooka” quest and camping out at the Roxby Downs Racecourse.

It is excellent to see the students enjoying outdoor education activities and teambuilding.

Camps are an excellent way of extending students and offering challenges in a different but safe environment.

Many thanks to all of the parents who were able to assist during these class camps. Parent support in our school is a vital component of our Learning Community and many parent helpers are eligible to access the ‘Matched Giving’ fundraising process through BHP Billiton.

Matched Giving allows BHP Billiton employees to receive matched funding for their volunteer time, their donations and fundraising work for not for profit organisations within certain conditions.

Please check to see if you are eligible for this when volunteering at our school as every dollar earned is gratefully accepted by the school.

Further information with regard to Matched Giving can be obtained from Carrie Clark Olympic Dam Community Relations Officer, phone 86719799 Congratulations to Roxby Downs Area School achievers, Ty Hancock for his achievement of a bronze medal in the National Karate Championships and to Casey Potts for her great work as a radio presenter on Rox FM. Kind regards, Steve Marshall

“My favourite parts of camp was when we ran the lap of the race track and when we cooked marshmallows in the fire.”

Adam Ryan “My favourite part of camp was when we played spotlight.”

Hannah Manalang “I thought camp was so much fun, I wish everyday was camp.”

Coby Atkinson

Above: Miss Hollitt’s class after some traditional hand painting. Below: Just hangin’ around!

“Camp was really, really fun. I enjoyed the marshmallows.”

Sam Clark “Camp was cool. The ‘Amazing Race’ was one of the best parts of the camp.”

Billy Weltner “Camp was brilliant and I can’t wait for next years camp.”

D’Arcy Gotch

RITE students commence their work placements next week.

Above: Jared Bishop and Amy Collins before attending their RITE interviews. Below: Alex Lychko during his interview with the panel.

“We were so excited that we couldn’t sleep.”

Michaela Mooney “The camp was good except my shoulders hurt from carrying my backpack because I picked up too many rocks.”

Hayden Craddock

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HEALTH

Friday September 14th Roxby Downs Bowls Club Night Owls 8pm

Roxby Downs Family Practice Phone 8671 3231 Roxby Downs Medical Practice Normal hours 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday morning by appointment only. Phone 8671 1900

Monday, September 17th Karate Auditorium Colts (Age 5-12) 6pm Juniors/Adults 6:45pm Contact Tracey Fouet 0400 894 429

Crisis Care Counselling Uniting Care Wesley Port Augusta Regional Women’s and Children’s Support Services call 1800 655 716 or call the crisis care line on 13 16 11.

For immediate response if feeling stressed call 0428 326 529 to speak with a counsellor 24/7

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Every Friday Playgroup Every Week

Indoor soccer 6 -7pm Visiting Allied Health Service Occupational Therapist Speech Pathologist Dietician Podiatrist

Tuesday, September 18th Squash 7pm - 9pm

Hearing Services September 20th - 9.00am - 2.30pm For an appointment call 1800 006 303

Colts (Age 5-12) 6pm Juniors/Adults 6:45pm Contact Tracey Fouet 0400 894 429

Roxby Downs Community Health Walking Group for Mums With Prams every Friday morning Meet outside the Dunes Cafe at 9.30am

Thursday, September 20th Indoor Soccer Leisure Centre Social matches from 6pm All welcome Contact Kenton Maloney 0408 797 158 Roxby Downs Mens and Womens Basketball Winter Competition May - October Sports Centre Roxby Downs Netball Saturday’s Juniors Under 9 play at 9am Under 11 play at 10am Under 13 play at 11am Under 16 play at 12.15pm

Australian Breastfeeding Association Roxby Downs Branch September 20th 9.30am - 11am Coffee morning Dunes Cafe Doctors’ New Specialised Drug Telephone Number for Medicare Use. 1800 700 270

Seniors play at 1.30pm & 12.15pm All participants are asked to be at the courts 15 min before their scheduled start

Every Sunday Raptors Cycling Club Social Bike riding group from 8am Contact Daryl Wake 0408 118 685

Cultural & Leisure Precinct Movies Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday (see schedule below) Phone 8671 2001 Roxby Downs Childcare Monday - Friday 6.30am-5.30pm Phone 8671 0911 for details Gym Cultural & Leisure Precinct Monday to Friday 6 am-12pm & 4pm - 9 pm Saturday 8-12pm Sunday 11-2pm Phone 86710500 Roxby Downs Community Library Monday to Friday 8.30-5.00pm Saturday 9.00-12pm.

Phone 8671 0660 for more information.

Weight Loss Support Group Tuesday Nights.

Weigh in 6pm Group Time 6:30pm – 7pm In the Roxby Downs Hospital Seminar Room.

8671 9020

Toddlers Story Time Fun for young children and mums Roxby Downs Library Richardson Place Tuesdays 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Community Conversations September 20th 7.30pm Volunteering Partnership October 15th 7.30pm For further details on Community matters call Michelle Hales on 8671 0010

GENERAL INFORMATION Mt Dare Hotel Open every day 8:00am -9:00pm, 7 days.

Roxby Downs Kindergarten Phone 86710455

Visitor Information Centre 8.30 - 5.00 Mon-Fri 9.00am - 3.00pm Sat 9.00am - 2.00pm Sun Phone 8671 2001

Child Adolescent Mental Health Services For appointments phone 8648 5800

Wednesday, September 19th Karate Auditorium

Roxby Downs Health Services Coffee Mornings, Thursdays 9.30am to 11.am at the Dunes Café.

Coffee Mornings for Families Meet and chat for all families.

New comers especially welcome.

Eyebus Woomera October 17th Andamooka October 18th Roxby Downs October 18th

Volleyball 7pm - 9pm

Playgroup St Barbara’s Parish School Phone Jakki 86712323

School Terms 2007 July 23-September 28 2007 October 15-December 14 2007 Art Gallery Exhibitions

Roxby Downs Market Days

August 26 – Sept 26 The view from Woomera Sharon Wasley

September 15th October 20th November 17th

September 28th – Oct 31st Africa and Beyond Roy Fryer

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

November RDAS Year 12 Art Exhibition RDAS Year 12 Students

Community members welcome to attend any meeting of the Roxby Downs Community Board.

September 17th - 9.30am- 11:00am Normal weight gains Roxby Downs Health Seminar Room Community Board September 24th - 7.30pm Council boardroom Business Forum (To be confirmed) October 6.30pm Environment Forum September 13th 7.30pm Alcohol & Substance Abuse September 19th 7.00pm

November 30 – Jan 6 Collectanea Various artists from the Clay Collective December Festival of Xmas Trees RD Library Desert Dirt Kart Club Saturday Sept 15th 12noon Track behind the Dirt Circuit Club All welcome.

The William Creek Campdraft and Bronco Branding carnival will be held on Saturday 15th September at the William Creek Gymkhana Grounds

ROXBY DOWNS CULTURAL & LEISURE PRECINCT REGULAR SCHEDULE Cultural Precinct Visitors Information centre Dunes café Art Gallery Open Mon – Fri 8.30am – 5pm Sat - 9.00am - 3.00pm Sun - 9.00am – 2.00pm Leisure Centre Gymnasium Mon – Fri 6am – 12pm 4pm - 9pm Saturday 8am - 12pm Sunday 11am - 2pm Creche for patrons of the centre Mon –Fri 8.45am-12pm Women’s only sessions Mon, Wed and Fri 12:30pm - 3pm Aerobics Sessions Mon 9am, Tues 6.30pm and Wed 9am Page 14 – Thursday, September 13, 2007

Phone: 8671 2001 Fax: 8671 2021 EVENTS OUTBACK CINEMA

SPORTS CALENDAR Monday Volleyball 7pm - 9pm Karate - 6pm - 8:30pm Tuesday Ladies Social Basketball 8.45am - 10am Come-n-try Soccer 3.30 - 5.30pm Squash 7pm - 10pm Indoor Soccer 6pm - 7pm Wednesday Women’s & Mixed Netball 6-9:30pm Karate 7pm - 8:30pm Thursday Nippy Gym – Auditorium 9.30am - 11.30am Squash 7pm-9pm Indoor Soccer 6pm - 8pm Karate 6pm – 8.30pm Friday Indoor Hockey 5pm - 9.30pm

Sunday Touch Football 5pm (town oval)

Now Showing The View from Woomera (Sharon Wasley) Coming Soon Africa & Beyond Roy Fryer Pool Opening Hours (Pool Opening 1st October, 2007) General Public Mon - Fri: 3pm - 6pm Weekends: 10am - 7pm Lap Swimming Mon, Wed & Fri: 6am - 8am Mon - Thurs: 6pm - 7pm Weekends: 9am - 10am

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SEPTEMBER LICENCE TO WED Rated: M Duration: 91 min First came love... then came Reverend Frank. A Reverend (Williams) puts an engaged couple (Moore and Krasinski) through a grueling marriage preparation course to see if they are meant to be married in his church.

Sat 15t 12noon and 7.30pm Tues 18th 7.00pm

DIEHARD 4.0 Rated: M Duration: 128 min Yippee Ki Yay. NYPD Detective John McClane takes on an internet-based terrorist organisation who is systematically shutting down the United States.

Fri 14th 7.30pm Sat 15th 3.00pm Sun 16th 12.00noon

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Andamooka Opal Hotel Presents

OctOPALfest

September 28th, 29th and 30th - A celebration of opal and beer Friday 6.00pm - Welcome BBQ @ The Cottages 9.00pm - DJ Randomhero Saturday 9.00am - Jim Shaw Ironman Wheelbarrow Race begins 10.00am - Breakfast @ The Opal Hotel 11.00am - Andamooka Mobil Keg Rolling 12noon - Andamooka Massage & Fitness Strongarm 1.00pm - Roxby Milk Distributors Minor Miner Race THE MONITOR – Your Community Newspaper

1.30pm - Alan “Staffy” Heath jeweller Fly Fishing Competition 2.00pm - Andamooka Liquor Store Beer Tasting 3.00pm - Broadspectrum Keg Tossing 4.00pm - Garry Baker Can Tossing 5.00pm - IGA Drinks Carrying 6.00pm - 60th Anniversary Andamooka School Dinner 8.00pm - DJ Randomhero and Karaoke Sunday 10.00am - Breakfast @ The Opal Hotel www.themonitor.com.au

11.00am - Judging of The Monitor’s Baking Competition 12noon - Prestige Advertising Opal Mining Race 1.00pm - Hotdiggety Dirt Shifting 2.00pm - Roxby Downs Sun Tug-O-War 3.00pm - Sportspower Golf Chipping 4.00pm - Mitre 10/Roxby Traders Pick Tossing 5.00pm - Judging of the Hawkeye/Spargo Beer-Art 6.00pm - Dinner 7.00pm - Roxby Milk Distributors Rave Dancers 7.30pm - Campfire for Youth 9.00pm Band - Ladykillers @ The Opal Hotel Thursday, September 13, 2007 – Page 15

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Monitor EMPLOYMENT COUNCIL SNIPPETS Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours The Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours are 1pm – 6pm, seven days a week. Residents are encouraged to utilise this FREE service as the dumping of litter in reserves or lands surrounding the town attract an expiation penalty fee of $315.00 as per the Local Government Act. Advertising on Council Infrastructure Advertising on Council infrastructure such as light poles can attract expiation notices under the Local Government Act. If you spot any such advertising please notify the Council.

Dog Registration Dog Registrations for 2007/08 financial year are now overdue. Grace period for registration expired on 31 August 2007. Therefore an $80 expiation fee can apply, plus an expiation fee of $80 for every14 days the dog remains unregistered.

Rates 2007/08 Financial Year Rates are in the process of being issued, due to postal delays please allow at least a week to receive them.

Water. & Electricity Quarterly meter readings for Water and Electricity will commence 24th September 2007. Please ensure your meters are accessible.

Parking Please be aware that there has been an increase in the expiation fee for parking in a bus zone, it has gone up to $73 from $47.

Justice of the Peace Justice of the Peace services are available at the Council offices by appointment only. The Justice of the Peace is registered for South Australia only; therefore proof of residency is required. Please contact Council front desk for further details.

Local Website Visit your local updated website. New Forums have now been added. Read what’s new and have your say in the Forums at www.roxbydowns.com Service SA On Wednesday and Thursdays only between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm Council provides Transport Services including Vehicle and Boat Registrations and Licencing Transactions 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. Please be diligent as littering attracts an Expiation Penalty Fee of $315.00 – ie over flowing bins.

Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours 1pm – 6pm seven days a week.

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

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The position is for 25 to 30 hours per week from Monday to Friday with Àexible working hours.

The successful candidate will have experience in sales, promotions, public or customer relations, or similar.

Above all, you will have a passion for Roxby Downs and the Far North.

Send a brief letter of interest stating your previous, relevant experience to: ray@themonitor.com.au or PO Box 72, Roxby Downs SA 5725 or Fax: (08) 8671 2843 Page 16 – Thursday, September 13, 2007

Council budget overview The Roxby Downs Council has released its annual Business Plan and Budget for the current year.

Residents should note that the 2007/08 Budget is subject to review and financial approval by the State Government and BHP Billiton and as such may be reviewed during the year The aim of the Business Plan is for council to function in a civic and responsible manner, facilitate local leadership and stimulate Community cultural development.

The Rating structure this year involves a Fixed Charge of $300 for all properties plus a set amount in cents per dollar based on capital value and designated use.

As foreshadowed in the draft Annual Plan rates have therefore increased by similar levels to the previous 4 years with the average residential rate, including garbage charge increasing by 9.8% to $1,255 per annum. or $24.13 per week.

There’s also a fixed residential garbage collection charge of $155.

Council Administrator Bill Boehm said council took into consideration ‘interalia’ the strategic development of the town, impacts of inflation, asset maintenance, and the philosophy that residents should make a contribution that is consistent with resident incomes and equally shares the overall costs of running the municipality with the State Government and BHP Billiton.

Residents should note that changes to actual property rates will depend on individual property valuations and the differential rates adopted.

In summary the Council’s $14 million expenditure is proposed to be spent across the three separate areas of operation as follows.

The Municipal budget will incur expenses of ($7.746 million) with income of $5.881 million which will result in a ($1.865 million) deficit.

Roxby Power will be revenue neutral spending $3.244 million with a similar amount of income, whilst Roxby Water will do the same with a similar income to its projected expenditure of $3.047 million.

For Roxby Power there’ll be a 2% increase in tariffs in line with Adelaide prices, but there’ll be a 10% increase

in water rates and a 12% increase in sewerage charges.

The budget at a glance shows maintenance of current level of services with a total Operating Budget $11.78 million a Total Capital Budget of $2.26 million of which $2.1 million is associated with asset replacement work funded from reserves.

There’s significant inflationary impacts associated with servicing our remote community. Eg labour increase 5-10% generally but 75% for utilities.

There’s a strong emphasis on reseals, footpaths and streetscaping and playgrounds for 2007/08.

Operating expenditure includes funding for depreciation for electrical, sewage and water assets with some allowance for municipal infrastructure and the impacts of a potential expansion of the town.

The 2007/08 Annual Business Plan also includes the following Capital Maintenance and operational programs totaling $1.895 million funded from Revenue ($145k), and Reserves ($1.750 million).

Office space refurbishment and parking; Asset maintenance and upgrade program for Council Houses over 3 years; Construct RSL Memorial Wall in Richardson Place and replace seats with shade to bus stop; Cyclic Reseal program; Footpath replacement program and construct concrete invert at Bopeechee St (held over from 2006/07).

There’ll also be a southern area streetscape upgrade; contribution to Opal Road re-sheet; complete light installation and grass hardstand to skate park and install 1/2 court basketball court.

There’ll also be a major asset replacement of existing playgrounds over 2 years; Cultural Centre plant equipment and building asset replacement to refurbish Visitor Information Centre, foyer and café and as part of Cultural Centre including adaptation of space for community activities.

Provision is also made for preparation of concepts and feasibility with funding options for extension to Cultural Centre Theatrette for adapted stage and change / prop area; Netball Courts landscaping and shade and upgrading the Dog Pound.

Federal purse opens for apprentices The federal government will pour in an extra $57.5 million to boost apprentice incentives through Australia.

The boost has been welcomed by many professions and workplaces including the Printing Industries Association of Australia.

Printing Industries CEO Philip Andersen, said the extra money underscored the impact of the skills shortage on the printing and graphic communications industry and the association’s efforts to find both short and long term solutions.

Apprentices working in the binding and finishing, printing machining, screen printing and signwriting sectors head the list of 17 trades that have been added to the 38 trades previously eligible to access a range of Australian Government apprenticeship incentives.

Thos incentives include $2,000 Apprenticeship Wage Top-Up; $1,000 Apprenticeship Training (FEE) Vouchers; $800 Tool Kit; $13,000 Wage Subsidy for Apprentices over 30 yrs; $1,000 Commonwealth Trade Learning Scholarship, and $1,000 Rural and Regional Skills Shortage Employer Incentives.

Mr Andersen said that previously the industry’s apprentices had not been eligible for the incentives.

“Employers in metropolitan and country areas will be eligible for the incentives backdated to 1 July 2007.

Combined with direct assistance to apprentices, our industry members will now be in a far better position to attract apprentices at a time when the skills and labour shortages have been making this very difficult,” he said.

“Our industry is at the centre of the constantly changing communications sector and is quite unique in its needs and employment opportunities.

“Consequently we have already begun discussions with existing apprentices and technical training institutions to identify what should be approved for inclusion in their tool kits which is likely to be more technology oriented rather than you would usually associate with ‘tradesperson’ tools.

“We welcome the government’s recognition of the difficulties faced by employers trying to attract young and not so young apprentices to an industry rapidly undergoing technology inspired change but often mistakenly portrayed as being a traditional industry rather than being technologically innovative,” he said.

“We have a pilot work skills project underway to trial and identify new training solutions that can meet employers’ skill needs and provide new skill sets for employees.

“Earlier this year we produced a promotional film Imagine: A World Without Print? showcasing young people working in the industry.

“We are also preparing a proposal for the Federal Government that will help to ‘bridge the gap’ of skilled worker availability and engage people currently not in the workforce, such as mothers and people with disabilities,” he said.

In addition to the printing industry based apprenticeships, the government’s announcement also covered Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, Butchers, Flat Glass Trades, Furniture Finishers, Locksmiths, Optical Mechanics, Painters and Decorators, Picture Framers, Shearers, Tree Surgeons, Vehicle Trimmers and Wood Machinists.

WASTE OIL DISPOSAL Roxby Downs Land¿ll Council operates a waste oil collection facility at the Roxby Downs Land¿ll site. Disposal of used motor oil at this facility is free.

For further information contact the Council 8671 0010 or BSH Waste Solutions 8671 1154.

No cooking oil, coolants, diesel or diesel blended fuels (bio diesel) are to be deposited into the unit.

Facility is open to the public during the following hours:

1pm to 6pm - 7 Days a week

OHS Recruitment Supervisor (casual/part-time) “Safety Employment Solutions” Wilson People Management (WPM) is Australia’s leading OHS, HSE Search & Contracting business with operations in Adelaide, Perth and has recently opened a site of¿ce in Roxby Downs to service existing and new business.

Essential criteria: · · · · · · · ·

Self motivated and self starter Source and interview candidates The successful candidate will need to have tertiary quali¿cations in a health related discipline Maintain and build new client relationships and industry networks Business development across all industry sectors Maintain and update administrative systems and processes Contractor and project management Develop business relationships and build WPM existing relationships

For a con¿dential enquiry please call Ben Wilson 08 8232 9997 or simply send your resume to bw@wilsonpeople.com.

Waste Oil Collection Facilities were funded by the Product Stewardship for Oil Programme.

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Monitor CLASSIFIEDS AGM NOTICE ROXBY Downs Tennis Club Annual AGM September 22nd at 1.00p.m. Held at the Leisure Centre All potential new members and existing members welcome.

FOR SALE FOR SALE: Toyota Echo 2005 Air/Con, P/Steering, Airbags, CD, 22,000kl, Like New, $12,250 – XCY-248. Call Colleen, mob 0417 438 624 PUBLIC NOTICE

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 Roxby Downs Lutheran Church 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month 10.30am 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month 5.30pm Holy Communion Sunday School – 9.30am St Michael’s Catholic Church, Woomera, Sunday 5pm All denominations welcome

SKILLED Roxby Downs is moving office on September 15, 2007.

You can find us in our temporary office at Lavricks.

Phone: 08 8671 2566 Fax: 08 8671 3082 roxby@skilled.com.au

NOTICE is herby given that the Municipal Council of Roxby Downs, for the nancial year ending 30 June 2008, and in exercise of the powers contained in Chapter 10 of the Local Government Act 1999 and the Roxby Downs (Indenture Ratication) Act 1982, adopted the following resolutions 1

Adoption of Valuation

1.1.

The rates assessed on rateable land in the area of the Council will be based on the capital value of land for all rateable land.

1.2.

Pursuant to Section 167(2)(a) of the Local Government Act the most recent valuations of the Valuer General available to the Council of the capital value of land within the Council’s area be adopted, totalling $510,465,900

2.

Fixed Charge

LOST LOST: Have you seen Russ – Jack Russell X Fox Terrier (M. 5 ½ yrs) Missing Fri evening Sep 7. Last seen Finniss Street Owners Caitlynn & Felicia Wright ph: 0407 180 119

A xed charge of $300 is imposed in respect of each separate piece of rateable land in the Council area.

3.

TRANSPORT/REMOVALS

Pt Pirie & Adelaide Depots

1.1

Residential Land – a differential rate of 0.2660 cents in the dollar on the capital value of such land.

1.2

Commercial Shops, Commercial Ofce, Commercial Other – a differential rate of 0.7500 cents in the dollar on the capital value of such land.

Industrial Light, Industrial Other, Primary Production and Other – a differential rate of 0.6750 cents in the dollar on the capital value of such land.

Vacant Land – a differential rate of 0.4750 cents in the dollar on the capital value of such land.

Service Charges A service charge of $155 is imposed upon each separate piece of rateable land to which the Council makes available a collection, treatment and disposal of domestic waste service.

Method of Payment That in accordance with Section 181 of the Local Government Act 1999, the 2007/2008 General Rates (Fixed Charges and Differential Rates) and Service Charge shall be in four (4) instalments payable on 1 October 2007, 17 December 2007, 17 March 2008 and 16 June 2008.

1.3

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

1.4 4.

5.

Roxby Downs À Pt Augusta À Pt Pirie

WORK WANTED Andamooka Community Church. Sunday 2pm

NEED help with your BHPB Monthly Review Presentations or having trouble finding the resources to develop your Contractor Safety Management Framework.Contact Wendy. 0439751001

Roxby Downs Christian Community Church Sunday 10am

Declaration of Differential General Rates Differential General Rates are declared in accordance with the use of the land in accordance with the differentiating factors specied at Regulation 10 of the Local Government (General) Regulations 1999 as follows:-

Ph: 0427 716 173

Faithworks Church Sunday 10.00am at the Roxby Downs TAFE College.

ADOPTION OF VALUATIONS & DECLARATION OF RATES 2007 / 08

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W J Boehm Administrator 31 August 2007

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Please note: if the sign is OUT, shop is OPEN.

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Visit us in Tutop Street call 8671 2555 Thursday, September 13, 2007 – Page 17

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Monitor SPORT

Minis have a ball at netball The Roxby Downs Minis Netball players held their final hit-out and presentation recently, marking the end to their season.

The minis began in Roxby Downs at the end of the 1990’s through the efforts of the then current committee and instigated by Teresa Reese and Mel Katzorke (current President).

Mel Katzorke was the initial organ-

iser and coach of the Minis from 1999 to 2002 followed by Leah Rasheed 2003, Toni Allen 2004 to 2005, and Jodie Brind 2006, who has gone on to become a umpire mentor for the Roxby Downs Netball Association’s junior umpires this season, This season the Minis have been coached by Rachel Young.

Minis is Netskills with the idea

to promote hand to eye coordination and foot skills for the game of netball.

Contrary to popular belief boys are also encouraged to participate and can play till they are 12 years old.

Minis has proven popular with the young age group and the skills they have learnt can be seen in their enjoyment and eagerness to play.

Players wanted With the end of the football season, clubs in the Woomera and Roxby Districts Cricket League are oiling their bats, airing the pads and trying to get players for the coming season.

Three times consecutive premiers, Wanderers known locally as the ‘Swaggies’ have lost a number of high profile players during the off season.

They’re looking for new players and if

you’re new to town or want to rekindle that old cricket bug then give Jason Carroll – (0411 372 228) or Ryan Selkirk – (0402 177 972) a call and they’ll more than welcome you along.

There’s been some big off season trades and pick ups between some of the clubs.

Rouges will lose a couple of players to Olympic Dam which has signed up a ‘Big Gun’ opening bowler to share the duties with C Botes.

It looks as though the OPEN 7 DAYS team, tired of being the bridesmaid, is setting itself up for a real charge at this year’s premiership.

Post Ofce With the season opening late in October, there’s the & Motel likelihood that the first game will be played in Roxby Downs rather than in Woomera as happened Behind the Famous Bottle House last year.

Opal Creek Boulevard, Andamooka & after hours by appointment This hinges on the council undertaking much Ph: (08) 8672 7007 Fax: (08) 8672 7062 needed remedial work www.andamookaopal.com.au on the oval surface and Email: peter@andamooka.au.com surrounds, with the pitch already uncovered.

Gearing up to get wet

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wim Club season begins on Monday and the organisers of the Roxby Downs Swimming Club are inviting community members to ‘come and make a big splash’.

licensed coaches as well as two newly accredited AustSwim coaches,” Club spokesperson Phillipa Weltner said.

“Swimmers must be aged five or over, water confident and able to swim 25 metres,” she said.

Club registrations will be taken at “Roxby Downs Swimming Club is market day on Saturday or at several affiliated with Swimming SA and now ‘Come n Try’ sessions the club will boasts accredited green and bronze be running on Monday and Tuesday

from 5pm – 7pm.

Time trials will be held from 5pm – 7pm on Friday, September 21, after which swimmers will be split into teams.

“Coaching is available to all members, young and old,” Ms Weltner said.

“And junior squad places are limited, so get in early!”

Roxby Downs Red Dunes Classic Triathlon Saturday, October 20, 2007

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Teams Event

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Above: Graham Warren received Life Membership to the Woomera Districts Football League after the grand final match at the weekend.

The swing scene The Roxby Downs Golf Club Stableford competition went off with a bang on Sunday, with more than twenty golfers taking to the tees.

Damien Flavel was the Overall Winner, with Glen Mungur taking the honours in Division 1, Ben Chinner scooping Division 2 and Uleen Pearce winning the Ladies competition.

The longest drive in Division 1 was struck by Junior Smith, in Division 2

by Damien Flavel and in the Ladies competition by Uleen Pearce.

The Roxby Downs Golf Club would like to advise members and visitors that hit off time will be 9am for the rest of the season, unless otherwise advised.

Woomera and Districts Football League

GRAND FINAL Andamooka Olympic Dam

15 goals 10 goals

5 points 9 points

95 points 69 points

Best players for Andamooka: M Uhlik, A Monfries, C Johnson, K Williams, L Sanders.

Goal scorers: K Williams 6 goals, B Pennifold 3 goals, R Burns 2 goals, M Fracas, J Oldfield, M Uhlik and D Collins 1 goal each.

Best players for Olympic Dam: A Petty, S Chapman, N Shinnick, P Trotta, D Moyse.

Goal scorers: S Chapman, M McShane 2 goals each, A Marshall, C Kenny, A Sullivan, N Shinnick, C Green and S Kruger 1 goal each.

Michael Uhlik - BEST ON GROUND

Junior Colts - Under 12’s Bulldogs Hawks

8 goals 5 goals

5 points 7 points

53 points 37 points

Best players for Bulldogs: L Darcy, J Lawrence, E Zeptner, C Haugum, J

Above: Michael Uhlik receiving his Mail Medal and Best on Ground for the Grand Final, from League President, Pete Lindner.

Monitoring the SA fishing scene Compiled by Peter Medhurst

Adelaide boaties visiting Goanna’s reported the first large Snapper of the spring.

A large school is apparently hunting the renown Snapper Spot with one fish going 18kgs.

Many other good fish have been landed over the past week with big baits of squid, whiting heads and pilchards being successful.

Wind on leaders have been making a big impression on the larger fish with virtually 90% of bites hooked up then landed.

Hawks Bulldogs

10 goals 7 goals

5 points 10 points

65 points 52 points

Best players for Bulldogs: J Hombsch, J Kenny, M Blackie, K Zeptner, V Buza.

Goal scorers: K Zeptner, A Warren, J Kenny 2 goals each, T Hombsch 1 goal.

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The silt grounds out from Adelaide also has a sprinkling of nice Snapper available.

Point Sir Isaac on the west coast has nice Snapper and Nannygai to 4kg available within 300 meters of the point.

Glenelg River bream have sparked up again. Trolling large hard bodied lures are the go. The Narrows has produced some great results.

Above: Mulloway from 4lb to 40lb are in the Port River. A lightning run indicates a Mully strike.

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Best players for Hawks: T Chesson, L Munro, T Paull, W Robertse, K Lynch.

Goal scorers: T Paull, L Munro 3 goals each, K Reynolds 2 goals, T Schott, K Lynch 1 goal each.

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Salmon Trout and Bream are active in the top end of the Port River and West Lakes.

The odd mulloway is also showing up after dark.

Crabs are almost within reach of the dabbers at the northern grounds.

Thompsons should start producing the blue swimmers in the next week.

Cape Jaffa Jetty has a few nice mullet visiting - with this in mind a school of nice mulloway shouldn’t be far away.

Boaties

Collins.

Goal scorers: L Partington, E Zeptner 3 goals each, C Haugym, B Weltner 1 goal each.

Best players for Hawks: J Vanzati, L Ryan, S Smith, M McIntee, J Whittaker.

Goal scorers: J Vanzati 2 goals, J Christall, A Ryan, J Katzorke 1 goal each.

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The staff at the Tuckerbox congratulate the Andamooka Roos on their 2007 premiership

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Ian Gilding Fencing Congratulates the Andamooka Roos on winning the 2007 WDFL Premiership and wishes them all the best for season 2008!

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Would like to congratulate the Andamooka Football Club on their premiership win in 2007

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