Volume 18 Issue 10 18 May 2017

Southern Cross

Thursday 25th

May

in the Foyer of the Community Centre from

9.30am.

As usual any donations of cakes, slices etc. will be greatly received as

will any donations towards our raffle.

If anyone would like to help on the day you will be more than welcome.

Hope to see you on the day, if you would like any more information

please phone:

Fay 0427 972 446

Bev 9049 1154

Laurita 9049 1224

Lynne 9049 1285 or 0427 491 285

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Local Weather Update

Crosswords Disclaimer: The Shire of Yilgarn supports the production of this community newsletter the content of which will include articles or comments from advertisers and contributors. The Shire does not accept responsibility for the content or accuracy of any of the information supplied by advertisers or contributors.

The Crosswords is produced by the Southern Cross CRC,

PO Box 178, Canopus St, Southern Cross WA 6426

Phone: 08 9049 1688 Fax: 08 9049 1686 Email: crc@yilgarn.wa.gov.au

Moon Phases

Last Quarter New Moon First Quarter Full Moon

Fri May 19

Fri May 26

Thu Jun 1

Fri Jun 9

Southern Cross AP year to date

Average rainfall to May 146.0mm 24.8 days

Total for 2017 163.6mm 20 days

Total to this day 2016 151.4 mm 27 days

Wettest day 31.0mm Jan 31

Lowest temperature 3.2°C Apr 30

Highest temperature 44.6°C Jan 5

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close every 2nd Tuesday at 12.00 noon

2017 Publishing Dates

Deadline 12 noon Publishing Date

Church Notices

Antares Street, Southern Cross Service Dates at 11am Saturday 3rd of June Saturday 8th of July

Saturday 12th of August Saturday 9th September

Saturday 21st October (instead of the 14th) Saturday 11th of November

Enquiries: Leonie Gethin Ph: (08) 9049 1222 Please note change of date for the June service

48 Altair Street, Southern Cross

SX Presbytery 9049 1049 (Fri to Mon) Kalgoorlie Parish 9021 2100 (Tues to Thurs) Email: kalgoorlie@perthcatholic.org.au

Service times Saturday 6:00pm Sunday 8:30am Monday 9:00am (school days only)

Sacramental Preparations 2017 If you would like your child to receive one of the Sacraments in 2017, please contact Fr Mark Payton at the Kalgoorlie Parish. Children in the following Year Groups receive the Sacraments: Year 3 - Reconciliation; Year 4 - Holy Communion; Year 6 - Confirmation.

Contact: John McKane 9041 1117

Mobile 0435 507 606 Cheryl Auld 9049 8026 Diane Della Bosca 9049 1149 30/05/2017 1/06/2017

13/06/2017 15/06/2017

27/06/2017 29/06/2017

11/07/2017 13/07/2017

25/07/2017 27/07/2017

8/08/2017 10/08/2017

22/08/2017 24/08/2017

5/09/2017 7/09/2017

19/09/2017 21/09/2017

3/10/2017 5/10/2017

17/10/2017 19/10/2017

31/10/2017 2/11/2017

14/11/2017 16/11/2017

28/11/2017 30/11/2017

12/12/2017 14/12/2017

Shire of Yilgarn Emergency information hotline

Call (08) 9487 8777 for information relating to bushfire issues

including vehicle movement & harvest bans, road closures, flood or other local emergency

matters.

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If you wish to receive the Crosswords for free via email, send an email to

crc@yilgarn.wa.gov.au to register.

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WOOD HEATERS & OPEN FIREPLACES Cold nights have arrived and people are beginning to light wood heaters (includes tile fires, pot belly stoves, or the like) and open fireplaces at home. Wood smoke contains particles that can have adverse health affects, there are a few things you can do to make sure your wood fire is operating correctly and producing minimal to no smoke. Ensure that the wood heater unit (tile fire or combustion stove) is in good

order, check that there are no holes in the flue, that the door is intact and can be shut properly, and that damaged or missing firebricks are replaced.

Clean the flue or chimney, or burn a soot remover compound to remove soot build-up in the flue or chimney.

Ensure your chimney rises at least a metre above your roof ridgeline and any neighbouring roof ridgeline within 15m of your chimney.

Use the right wood: Check the wood is dry before you burn it. If you knock two pieces of dry

wood together they make a hollow, cracking sound. Green wood makes a dull thud when you hit it together.

Stockpile in summer. You’ll have a supply of dry, well-seasoned firewood for the winter.

Split logs before your store them. Small pieces dry out faster. Cover your woodpile and stack it loosely. Your wood will dry out faster

and stay dry. Operate your appliance correctly:

Make sure the air intake is fully open, as a bright fire produces less smoke.

Add more newspaper on top just before you light the fire. Gradually add larger pieces of wood when the fire is bright and hot. Don’t overload the fire. Always leave enough space for air to circulate. Don’t shut down the air intake during operation or overnight. Let the fire

burn out and relight in the morning. Check your chimney for smoke during operation. See image overleaf.

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When cleaning out the appliance, do not place hot embers/coals in your rubbish bin or out at the rubbish tip. Let fire embers cool properly before disposing of them in an appropriate manner – keep a metal bucket or can handy for this purpose. Cold ash and coals can be disposed of by spreading them on your garden beds, or taking to the Shire transfer station however you must ensure they are completely cold. For more information, google “DER Burnwise”. Your assistance in ensuring your wood smoke does not cause a nuisance to the community would be appreciated.

© Department of Environment Regulation 2016

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CRC “How to” IT WORKSHOP

Do you have an iDevice that you’d love to put music on? Not sure how to put your CD onto your iTunes so it can play on your iPod? Does purchasing music online freak you out? Book in for our “How to: add music to your iDevice” workshop being held at the CRC!

How to: add music to your iDevice Friday 16 June 2017 at 10am Held at the CRC Facilitated by Monica Fairless Computers available at the CRC or BYO laptop! Please bring along your iPhone, iPad or iPod.

Book in now as spaces are limited! RSVP to 9049 1688 or crc@yilgarn.wa.gov.au

Get ready for tax time Wednesday, 7th June 2017

Held at the Southern Cross CRC

Presentation by Byfields

5.30pm - welcome

6.00pm - presentation starts

Followed by Q&A session

Topics include:

End of financial year planning

Tax time requirements

2017 Federal Budget - business & personal impact

Please RSVP for catering purposes, phone 9049 1688

or email crc@yilgarn.wa.gov.au by Tuesday 6th June.

FREE!

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Shire of Yilgarn

Council meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 4.00pm in the council chamber

in the Shire office.

CWA Meetings Held on the third Wednesday each month.

Contact Judy Guerini 0427 904 912

Yilgarn Agricultural Society Meetings Held on the first Thursday of each month at

7.30pm. Contact the Secretary 0428 491 315.

Pioneers of Yilgarn Yilgarn timeline (continued)

1931 Large number of new settlers in town on Xmas eve to shop and attend amusements. German machine gun displayed at Road Board office stolen, likely a New Year prank. Road Board inspecting sites near town for an aerodrome. Mr Goodin now showing pictures with a built-in sound system. Previously silent. Succession movement in WA is strong due this State unable to obtain fair treatment. 1932 Musical and Dramatic Club known as the Kookaburras formed in SX. Mrs Hartley won the ladies shooting competition at the rifle range on Sunday. War memorial outside Council Office is being moved to opposite the Anglican Church. Last year 39 children born in Yilgarn, 9 deaths recorded, and 1 case of scarlet fever.

©Lance Stevens

In Memory (Boots)

Paul Wayne Collins left us on 27/5/14. Sadly missed. Always remembered.

Uncle to many, loved by all. Go the Saints.

MUSEUM BIZZY BEE There will be a Bizzy Bee at the Museum on

Saturday 27th May beginning 8.30 am. All Members invited to help out.

WANTED To borrow or buy

35mm slide projector / viewer

Phone Kerry 0429 416 872

Yilgarn Motoring Enthusiasts Car Club Meeting

Sunday 21st May, 10.00am Southern Cross CRC Everyone welcome

Dr Andrea Roberts BVMS, PO Box 543 MERREDIN WA 6415 Ph: 0428212945

ABN 23036138418

2017 Pat And Chat Mobile Vet Visiting Southern Cross and Surrounding Areas on

the following Thursdays:

25th May 22nd June 20th July 17th August

14th September 12th October 9th November 7th December

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Site Mechanic

WA Salt Koolyanobbing operates a remote salt farm located 72km from the Southern Cross Township and is one of WA’s premier salt producers. Our salt products are distributed throughout Western Australia and overseas. Recent personnel changes have created a vacancy for a full-time position that will comprise of 60% of the time working on mobile and fixed plant as a Mechanic and the remaining time doing general duties.

We are looking for someone who:

Can demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude with a min of 5 years experience. Mechanical Trade qualification, desirable but not essential. Pride in their work by producing high quality workmanship. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Minimum HR Driver’s Licence with Road Ranger experience. Heavy Mobile Machinery Experience, desirable but not essential. Ability to pass medical and D&A screens. The ability to meet full physical requirements for the role. A history of following safety procedures and working in a safe manner. Reliable and self motivated.

Career progression opportunity is available for the right candidate. We will provide on site accommodation and all meals. Currently we operate Monday to Friday. Please email any questions and or your CV with current work references to jim@wasalt.com.au. Applications close 26 May 2017.

Leonie Coutis Hairdressing will be closed 9th June 2017 and will

reopen 26 June 2017.

Please book your appointments early to avoid

any inconvenience.

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18th May 2017 - International Museum Day

established in 1977 during the ICOM General Assembly in Moscow, Russia to create an annual event . (International Council of Museums)

- highlights the efforts of museums and draws the attention of the world public to their activity. International Museum Day conveys the message that "Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of mutual understanding, cooperation and peace among peoples."

YILGARN HISTORY MUSEUM - OPEN DAY

THURSDAY 18TH MAY 2017 Free Entry

Yilgarn History Museum

The Museum has reduced Opening Hours due to lack of available Volunteers.

Current Opening Hours:

Monday + Tuesday 9.30—11.30am + 1.30—3.30pm

Wednesday + Thursday 9.30—11.30am

Closed afternoons

Saturday

9.30—11.30am Closed afternoons

Friday + Sunday

Closed

If you can help to fill the gaps, please contact Kaye Crafter (President) or Robyn Downes (Secretary).

MOORINE ROCK P&C FOOTY TIPPING RESULTS Round 7 - Sponsored with thanks by JM & AE Eiffler

Winner: Dennis/Evelyn Ward 7pts Overall Competition Leaderboard: 1st— Yoyo 44pts 2nd— Pags/Birtles Family/Cowpatch 43 pts 3rd— Thackers 42pts Round 8 - Sponsored thanks to Kristian Borona at Borona Mechanical Winner: Trevor Ward Overall Competition Leaderboard: 1st— Yoyo 51pts 2nd— Birtles Family 50pts 3rd— Pags/Cowpatch 49pts

Golf Fixtures & News

Recent Events:

Sunday 7 May Stewart Nicholson Patrons Trophy Mens: 1st Mick Della Bosca 73 Nett 2nd Neil Hassett 74 Nett Ladies 1st Lyn Price

Sunday 14 May Mixed Fours Championship Winners: Cheryl & David Auld Best Score: Robbie Della Bosca & Brian Jones Upcoming Events:

Sunday 21 May Railway Tavern Trophy Sunday 28 May Southern Cross General Practice

Note:

Committee Meeting 10:30am Sunday 28 May

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Welcome to our Flu Vaccination Program for 2017 We are pleased to advise that we have now received our Government funded influenza vaccines. If you would like to be vaccinated, please make an appointment at the practice on 9049 1147.

Who is eligible for free flu vaccinations? The flu vaccine is free every year for:

pregnant women (at any stage of pregnancy)

people aged 65 years and over

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children aged 6 months to under 5 years (new age group added in 2016)

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people 15 years or older

anyone older than 6 months with any of the following medical conditions:

heart disease

severe asthma, a long-term lung condition (e.g. cystic fibrosis)

long-term illness requiring medical treatment or hospitalisation the previous year

nervous system disorder (e.g. multiple sclerosis)

a weakened immune system

type 1 or type 2 diabetes

children aged 6 months to 10 years on long-term aspirin treatment.

Private influenza vaccinations:

Help to stop flu from spreading

Protecting yourself from getting the flu will also protect others from being infected. This is because the flu virus can spread very easily from one person to another, usually when someone infected with the virus sneezes or coughs, releasing droplets that contain the virus into the air. These droplets can be breathed in by others, or transferred to anyone who may touch a contaminated surface. Good hygiene practices, such as washing your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water can also assist with reducing the risk of infection.

Looking forward to seeing you soon. Be flu free!

We are offering private flu vaccines for a small cost to those who do not meet the above criteria, and also for those companies who wish to have their employees vaccinated. Please contact the practice on 9049 1147 for appointment scheduling.

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Congratulations Colin Campbell Cuffe

We wish to congratulate Colin on keeping such a good job with Toll Ipec for 10 whole years long service and having such marvellous bosses as Kaye and Russell Crafter. Some people take the long service all at once, but you are taking it in parts to make it easier for Kaye to find a replacement. You know when I was a teenager, long service was 25 years. They say you have to move with the times.

All our love, Ellen Alice Cuffe and family

Thank you very much We would like to thank Doctor Mark Byrne for allowing Bill to come home from Bentley Hospital to recuperate in Southern Cross Hospital. Now he is home, he is getting better every day after his bad fall. Also great thanks to all the medical staff and domestic staff who attended to William Robert Cuffe while at Southern Cross Hospital. And special thanks to people who kindly visited him or asked after his health. A million thanks to everyone.

Ellen Alice Cuffe and family.

Yilgarn Bowling Club News The Yilgarn Bowling Club recently hosted 11 vision impaired bowlers and their directors, not forgetting Ida the guide dog. It was a very interesting and gratifying weekend for both the club and the bowlers themselves. They arrived by train on Friday and then practiced all Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. Saturday afternoon saw 9 of our local bowlers join them for some bowls and all felt that they needed more practice to beat these vision impaired bowlers. Sunday saw them practice again in the morning and play some games in the afternoon. It was an extremely tiring weekend for them and by Sunday evening they would have been happy to see their beds. They returned by train on Monday. Some of our locals enjoyed an evening meal with them on Friday and Saturday, and lunch on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. They all expressed their appreciation to the club for our efforts. The club and the vision impaired bowlers would like to thank the following sponsors: Shire of Yilgarn for the use of the bus for

the weekend. Cliffs Natural Resources and BP Roadhouse

Southern Cross for their help towards the meals.

The club would like to thank all those who helped on the weekend to provide the meals and played bowls. On Sunday, David Auld wished them well in the upcoming national championships in Coolangatta and the club made a donation towards their costs for that event. We would like to thank Mr. Wayne Forbes and his wife, Nola, for choosing our club to host them for this year. Mr. Forbes has been a great supporter of our club carnival for 23 years and has always enjoyed his time in Southern Cross.

The Western Australian Regional Achievement & Community Awards are designed to encourage, acknowledge and reward the valuable contributions individuals, communities and businesses are making throughout regional and rural Western Australia. Important Dates Launch: 10 May 2017 Nominations Close: 26 July 2017 Judging: 30 August 2017 Awards Presentation: 20 October 2017 For further information please visit: http://www.awardsaustralia.com/regional-achievement-community-awards/wa

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SOUTHERN CROSS A locally owned business

Supporting local businesses and organisations Electrical compliance including RCD,s, Smoke alarms , Rewires, Earthing and switchboard upgrades

Energy saving and LED lighting solutions

Supply and install of split Air Conditioning

Service and repair of evaporative air conditioning

Stoves, Ovens, Hot water Systems and household appliance installation and repairs

Bore Pumps and Reticulation

All Rural electrical installations and maintenance

Electrical safety for mining and commercial, tagging and RCD checks

Generators, mobile electrical plant and power supplies

Data, phone and communications,

TV antennas and vast system installations

Pool and spa equipment install, service and repair

ALL ELECTRICAL WORK

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WATTSIE’S POINTS Specialising in Refabrication of:

Knife Points & Closing Tools

Contact: Wesley: 08 9673 2004 Fax: 08 9673 2005

Mobile: 0427 110 362 Email: wattsiespoints@bigpond.com

Russell and Kaye Crafter are your new Agents in the Yilgarn for:

WATTSIE’S POINTS Mobile: 0427 491 467

Email: ylbtours@wn.com.au

We can be found at: 711 Arcturus Street, Southern Cross 6426

We rebuild all types of points

Agmaster, DBS, Seed Hawk, Caserva Pac & Ground Hog to name a few. Only top quality radial tungsten used. No increase in price. All freight built into our charge

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June 21, July 19, August 16, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 20

camel, roo, beef, rabbit, roo tails

NOW BUYING IN KANGAROO CARCASSES ONLY FROM LICENCED SHOOTERS WITH DEC Kangaroos under 20kg not accepted.

Also buying in beef & horse for dog bait purposes. Drop off by appointment only.

Encouraging local farmers to get on board.

Professional. Police clearances available on request. licensed and insured. Phone Andrew or Tyler Now

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LIC. MRB1159

FOR SAND & Wadgyl WESTONIA MAGNESITE Chlorophyll relies on Magnesium (Mg). NO MAGNESIUM=>NO CHLOROPHYLL This means….. NO PLANT GROWTH! Gutless sand and Wadgyl soils have very little Mg. Westonia Magnesite provides the most plant accessible Magnesium to your gutless sandy paddocks that will last for years in the ground. Liquid Magnesium will wash out of the soil with rain.

FERTILISE AND NEUTRALISE WITH WESTONIA MAGNESITE

High MG and loads of trace elements! IT’S LOCAL Pickup from Westonia 100% NATURAL A mineral rich dirt IT WORKS Used for 20+ years IT’S A BARGAIN @ $15 / tonne incl GST

Stocks available for pickup NOW! Call Edd on 0428 467766

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FOR SALE

54 ALTAIR STREET, SOUTHERN CROSS * 4 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom * Open Kitchen/Dining/Lounge Area * Large Walk in Pantry, Dishwasher, Microwave * Brand New Wall Oven & Hot Plate * Large Self Cleaning Ducted Air-Con, Large Tile Fire with Fan * Brand New Instantaneous Hot Water System, Pink Batts * Outdoor Laundry with Toilet, Patio with Built in BBQ Connected to House Gas * Large Underground Salt Water Swimming Pool with Pool Cover and new Kreepy Krawley * Double Carport, Powered Workshop with Tile Fire, Rear Lane Access * Back Garden Shed, Wood Shed, Bird/Chook Cage, Cubby House, Rain Water tank. * Close to Shops and Schools, 1011msq Block. Currently Rented. For pictures, find it on gumtree!

Price Negotiable shanekylie@westnet.com.au SHANE 044 874 0527

HOME FOR SALE

4 Scorpio Street, Southern Cross 4 Bedroom (queen size bed) 1 Bath Air con & Wood fire 2 Living areas Separate Games room 2 sheds, covered pergola Access to rear, 1000sqm block Includes 30ft Caravan

$155,000 ono All offers considered. Currently tenanted

Phone Sonia 0427 491 386 0428 491 385

HOUSE FOR RENT Southern Cross

4 bedroom house Viewable by appointment

For more details or to organise a viewing, please

phone Sonia

0427 491 386 0428 491 385

House for Rent

4 Bedroom Please call 0418483311

for all enquiries.

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Thu 18 May Yilgarn History Museum Open Day: Free entry

Thu 18 May Netball: Net Set Go begins 4pm

Fri 19 May Walk safely to school day

Sat 20 May SXFC: Home Game SX v Corrigin / OP Shop night at the races

Sun 21 May Golf: Railway Tavern Trophy

Sun 21 May Yilgarn Motoring Enthusiasts meeting @ CRC 10am

Thu 25 May Pat & Chat Mobile Vet in town

Thu 25 May Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea—Southern Cross

Sat 27 May Museum Bizzy Bee 8.30am

Sun 28 May Golf: Southern Cross General Practice

Sat 3 Jun SXFC: Home Game SX v Narembeen

Sun 4 Jun Golf: Toll Ipec Trophy / J Leake Perpetual Trophy / 1st Rnd

Wed 7 Jun Get ready for tax time presentation @ CRC

Wed 14 Jun Merredin Veterinary Clinic in town

Fri 16 Jun CRC IT Workshop: putting music on your iDevice @ 10am

Wed 21 Jun Eastern District Panel Beaters in town

Sat 24 Jun SXFC: Home Game SX v Bruce Rock

Sat 15 Jul SXFC: Home Game SX v K/K

Sat 29 Jul SXFC: Home Game SX v Nukarni

HACC activities are on Mondays & Wednesdays Fancy Feet is on Tuesdays at 9.30am Art Group is on Tuesday at 11.00am Patchworking is on Tuesday at 6pm

Carpet bowls is on Wednesday at 10.00am Singing is on Wednesday at 7.30pm

Movers & Groovers is on Thursdays at 9.30am Scrapbooking is on Thursdays 10am—3pm

Carpet bowls @ Seniors Citizen Centre every 2nd Friday

Recycling Days

May 26 June 9

June 23 July 14 July 28

August 11

Garfield by Jim Davis