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BHP Billiton last week announced the Olympic Dam Project (ODP) has progressed into the feasibility study phase.

Th e move is seen as one of the surest signs yet that BHP Billiton will proceed with the expan-sion, which the company has only referred to in vague terms since acquiring the mine in 2006.

Th e expansion, which analysts have suggested could cost $20 billion or more, must still pass environmental assessments from various levels of government.

BHP Billiton Uranium President, Dean Dalla Valle, said the project’s progression into feasibil-ity followed the release of its Draft Environmen-tal Statement in May 2009 and the subsequent assessment of the more than 4,000 public sub-missions received on a range of issues.

“Th e EIS team spent more than a year prepar-ing answers to all the issues raised in the submis-sions and submitted this information along with additional studies in its SEIS which was handed to the Commonwealth for an adequacy test in December 2010.

“We are now awaiting permission from the Commonwealth to publish the SEIS, which will allow formal assessment of the project by the respective governments.”

Th e ODP aims to develop a new open pit cop-per mine and associated gold and uranium by-products alongside its existing underground op-eration and increase its production from around 180,000 tonnes per annum of copper to 750,000 tonnes per annum over the next 30 years.

If approved, the project will generate signifi -cant new employment opportunities for South Australia in terms of direct employment, con-

By Emma Offl er

The recently established Roxby Downs Community Foundation last week presented its first

Community Grant.

The cheque for $5,400.00 has been presented to the Roxby Downs Arts and Culture Forum.

Th e grant will be put towards a youth program at the Red Earth Festival “In the Bin” Short Film Project. Th e project provides an opportunity for a three day workshop to make and screen short fi lms in the Roxby Community by members of the community.

“Th is project provides an opportunity for young people to experiment with the creative art form of fi lm making. Partici-pants will be able to communicate ideas and issues that are relevant to them in a healthy manner. By taking part they will get an insight into possible career paths that they may have never considered be-fore,” says Rachel Young from the Roxby Downs Arts and Culture Forum.

“Th e workshop is aimed at the youth of Roxby Downs and dates are to be con-fi rmed,” Rachel said.

“Th e workshop will involve partici-pants viewing work from amateur and professional fi lmmakers. Th e participants will then spend time writing, fi lming and editing a short fi lm.

“Th ere will be a screening of the fi lms at the end of the workshop.”

“It’s great that the Roxby Downs Com-munity Foundation exists and that eve-ryone has access to apply for grants, just like we did,” she added.

Th e Roxby Downs Community Foun-dation was established to provide fi nan-cial support for projects that benefit the long-term development of Roxby Downs. It presents an opportunity for all businesses whether they are large con-tracting fi rms or small retailers to con-tribute funds that support community projects.

Th e Roxby Downs Community Foun-dation is supported by a board of direc-tors, made up predominantly of key local people from within the community.

“We have already seen from the fi rst round that competition for grants is fi erce. Th e pool of funds available for distribution needs to grow to be able to accommodate future demand. Th is is why the Foundation values any fi nancial support from contracting fi rms and local businesses.” stated Michelle Hales, Chair-person Community Foundation.

“Th e Roxby Downs Community Foun-dation is very pleased that our fi rst grant has been presented. We hope this is one of many and encourage local commu-nity groups to apply for grants that could benefi t them, as well as the wider com-munity” adds Raelene Johns from Big Sky Credit Union who is also a Roxby Downs Community Foundation Board member.

Closing date for the next round of Roxby Downs Community Foundation grants will be May 31, 2011. Grant ap-plications are available at the Big Sky Service Centre, 14 Tutop Street, Roxby Downs Ph. 8671 2555.

Foundation makes fi rst grant

Is this a sure sign of the expansion?BHP Billiton moves to feasibility phase

Rachel Young and Helen Bennie are delighted with the outcome of the fi rst Communty Foundation Grant

struction jobs, and additional fl ow-on employment across the state.

Independent economic analysis of the project’s impact on South Australia’s economy estimates it will add more than A$45 billion to the Gross State Product over the life of the mine.

“Th e scale of this project will allow the company to continue to invest heavily in South Australian businesses and services, especially in the Upper Spencer Gulf region of Whyalla and Port Augusta,” said Mr Dalla Valle.

If the expansion gets the go-ahead, Olympic Dam would be on near-par with the massive copper lodes of South America.

It would also lift annual production of uranium

from around 4,000 tonnes now to 19,000, more

than is produced each year in all of Kazakhstan

or Australia.

BHP Billiton has already mapped out a fi ve-year

$80 billion plan emphasising organic growth after

two hostile takeovers and a merger of its iron ore

operations failed.

So far only $12.5 billion has been allocated, none

for Olympic Dam.

A fi nal decision on the project by Common-

wealth, State and Territory governments is ex-

pected in the second half of this year.

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Port Hope is located in the Canadian Province of Ontario and is home to around 16,000 people. Located on the original Iroquois township of Ganaraske it was settled by the English in 1793 and eventually renamed Port Hope. Its heritage is remembered today in the Ganaraska River that fl ows through the town.

In 1933 Port Hope built a then state-of-the-art re-fi ning facility that was used to extract radium from uranium ore. Radium was used to manufacture “glow-in-the-dark” paint and in the early treatment of cancer. Other by-products from the refi ning process included silver, copper and uranium.

Roxby Downs is located approximately 600 kilo-metres from Adelaide and is home to around 5,000 people. Th e town was built in 1987 to service the Ol-ympic Dam mining and processing operation. Origi-nally nothing more than a waterhole on the Roxby Downs Station, it has grown to become a world class mining operation producing copper, uranium, gold and silver.

When St Peter’s College selected a student to par-ticipate in an exchange program with Trinity Col-lege in Port Hope little did they know that it would strengthen our link. William Crane, 15, impressed the judges with his submission and will head to Canada this April. When he is not boarding at St Peter’s Col-lege he lives with his parents in the mining community of Roxby Downs.

I asked William to describe what he hoped to gain from his experience and he told me he was looking forward to skiing, meeting new people and repre-senting St Peters College and Roxby Downs. As the program is intended to promote the exchange of ideas, give students a global perspective and a taste of inde-pendence, his response is right on the mark.

It is worth noting that unlike St Peter’s College, Trinity College is a co-educational facility. I reckon that William, who is in year 10, is looking forward to this as well. Just don’t tell his mum!

Like St Peters College there is a strong emphasis on technology and science at Trinity College. BHP Billiton will ensure that William can tell all of those science and technology students about our large scale and challenging operations at Olympic Dam. Who knows – in a couple of years just maybe we will have our fi rst Trinity College graduate right here on site!

Gaylene and Andrew Crane are proud of William’s achievements and are also proud Roxby Downs resi-dents. Gaylene wanted to point out that BHP Billiton’s Dependant Education Allowance, which is available to residents of Roxby Downs, has played its part in allowing them to send William to St Peter’s College and to seize his latest opportunity.

In April this year please remember to keep an ear out for a distinctive Canadian accent on the streets of Roxby Downs. Chances are it will be Matthew Sirois all the way from Port Hope.

So what do Port Hope and Roxby Downs have in common? A mining heritage and two young men who will forge lasting bonds between the two towns.

What do Port Hope and Roxby Downs have in common?

William Crane representing St. Peter’s College in Canadian exchange.

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By Celeste Lustosa

Youth Week kicked off last Friday, April 1st and with various events on the agenda, Roxby youngsters had an exciting and healthy weekend.

On Friday afternoon a session of Teen Fit for boys, ran by Michael Esposito, sure made the boys sweat but also appreciate a more active and healthy lifestyle.

Th e following day saw many teenag-ers, children and adults at the Lion’s Park for the Skate Competition.

With diff erent categories, the locals showed their skills with their bikes, skates and scooters and one particu-lar boy wowed everyone present with his elaborated moves – Daniel Bulman was the overall champion and he spoke to Th e Monitor about his passion for these sports.

“I have been scooting for almost 2 and a half years so I have a bit of prac-tice but I use to ride bikes since I am a little kid, but with the skate park me and my mates started practising more tricks with the bike. Some of my mates that practice with me were competing as well and got second place.

“I come to the skate park pretty

much every day after school, but since I am still sore from the competition, I won’t be there tomorrow.”

For full results of the Skate Competi-tion, please see box below.

Events coordinator Shane Hough was overwhelmed with the kids’ par-ticipation as well as community sup-port.

“Th e event was great and we could see that everyone was enjoying them-selves. I want to reaffi rm that the event would not have been this successful without the commitment and help of the volunteers, so a big thank you to all those that put their time into mak-ing an awesome event for our youth,” Shane said.

And the Youth Week activities went on Sunday with a special day dedicated to music and dance.

Local musician Ty-James Hancock gathered friends for a live music jam-ming session at the Youth Centre.

Ty has counted with the support of Youth Offi cer Shane for a while and he said something like this is defi nitely good for his profi le as a musician.

“Personally I like doing something like this, a more intimate music ses-sion.

“I have been into music my whole life

and I had lessons as a child; had some

training and created the band Designer

Skyline with my best friend Ian, so mu-

sic is something I want to pursue.

“Music is the number one in my

agenda and I would like to make a

lifestyle of it,” Ty concluded.

And since we are talking about mu-

sic, Youth Week fi nished the Sunday

with a great Hip Hop Dance Work-

shop, promoted by Valda Inglis School

of Dance with participation of instruc-

tors Emma Palmer and Lana Cham-

berlain.

“Shane and I got together and de-

cided to put some hip hop workshops

for the Youth Week. Th ey start with a

warm up, then break up all the steps

and probably will perform a routine at

the end,” Valda explained.

“It’s a lot of fun and the kids seem to

love hip hop,” she concluded.

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St Barbara’s Parish has introduced a range of new and improved classes and programs to the school’s curriculum.

Amongst dance and Indonesian lessons, the school is currently undertaking a three week intensive sciences course, called Pri-mary Connections.

Primary Connections is described as linking science with literacy and is an in-novative approach to teaching and learn-ing.

Th e partnership between the Australian Academy of Science and the Australian Government Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations, Primary Connections focuses on devel-oping students’ knowledge, skills, under-standing and capacities in both science and literacy.

Th e program has been short-listed in the Australian Awards for Excellence in Educational Publishing for four consecu-tive years.

Melissa Bennet, who teaches year threes at St Barbara’s said that the new approach to learning sciences is benefi cial. “Th e science program is a two or three week intensive block that happens everyday so the children can learn and consolidate their science knowledge everyday,” she said. “If it were say once a week, it sort of gets lost in the curriculum.

“I think it’s a lot more benefi cial to the kids if it’s done within a two week block.

“It’s literacy based so there’s a lot of writing, labelling, diagrams for informa-tion reports and other things.

“It integrates a lot of diff erent curricu-lum areas which is fantastic. It’s also in-teractive and it’s all hands on and team-work.”

Emma and Lucy from Mrs Richard’s year 5 class have enjoyed using the pro-gram to learn about the planets. “We were trying to fi gure out if the moon and the sun move or if they stay still and we did a model. Th e moon orbits around the earth and the earth moves around the sun,” said Emma. “I liked experimenting.”

“We had three balls and each of them were the sun, moon and earth and then we made diff erent ways of them moving together,” said Lucy. “Th e earth is diago-nal, the sun stays still and spins and then the moon goes around the earth.”

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Students benefi t from science intensiveMrs Bennet’s Year 3 Class: Back; Bailey, Riley, Caleb and Tiarnna and front; Charlotte and Sam with their science work. Intimate relationship advice is being off ered

to Australia’s mining families in a bid to

ease the pressures of fl y-in, fl y-out lifestyles

and living in isolated communities.

Th e Survival Guide for Mining Families is a

32-page, A5 booklet featuring professional advice

from a registered psychologist, and practical tips

for keeping relationships healthy and families

happy.

Th e guide is an initiative of Mining Family Mat-

ters, Australia’s fi rst online mining community

established in early 2010.

Th e guide is friendly, frank and most impor-

tantly, practical – also featuring advice for mining

women and families on the move. Much of it has

come about through questions put to Adelaide-

based registered psychologist Angie Willcocks

on the Mining Family Matters website www.min-

ingfm.com.au.

Mining Family Matters creator Alicia Ranford

says mining off ers great benefi ts for families, but

it can also put huge pressure on couples in terms

of communication, intimacy and raising happy

children.

“I’ve moved six times in the past 12 years,

raised two young children while their dad has

worked a FIFO roster and seen many marriages

crumble under the strain of living apart – I wish

I’d been armed with a guide like this when my

husband and I were starting out in mining,” Ms

Ranford says.

Orders are already coming in from across Aus-

tralia, and can be made at www.miningfm.com.

au.

“Research suggests it costs a company up to

1.5 times a miner’s salary to replace a lost worker.

With Australia’s increasingly tight labour mar-

ket, this guide is an invaluable tool for mining

companies aiming to retain happy, productive

employees,” Ms Ranford says.

New guide shows mining families how to survive and thrive

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Statewide news in brief . . .

TEXT YOUR COMMENTS TO THE EDITOR ON 0439 898 159TEXT TALK

Or email editor@themonitor.com.au

LAST WEEK’S HOT TOPIC: “Are you glad to see the end of Daylight

Saving and is it too long? ”

“Do you feel more confi dent about the

future about the OD

expansion”

EDITORIAL

Six months of daylight saving is way too long – but we could be like the Russians who now have it all year round!

Sunny.

Kids may not be so tired when daylight sav-ing’s over. Impossible to get them to bed while the sun is still up. I hate it going so long.

Mother of three, RD.

War. UR aloud 2 shoot his brains out. But don’t call him names. Stix and Stones.

Taiban.

Th ank you Ricky Ponting. A fi rst class crick-eter since the age of 17 and one of Australia’s most successful captains. Glad he has bucked tradition and will remain playing on and serv-ing the team and Pup as he puts his stamp on the leadership.

Straight Bat, RD

Bruised arms, gravel rash, bloodied face, black eye, swollen cheeks, half dislocated shoulder . . . . street fi ght? No ... getting picked on then ar-rested by the police!! Hinder police? Of course they were going to when they seen the way their friends were being treated!! Sure, they have a job to do, but I thought it was to PROTECT and SERVE, not harass and manhandle!!!!

Angry Friend, RD.

To Little Mumma, ummm outdoor netball and tennis courts? I’m pretty sure we have these facilities!! Whilst I think we need a big-ger indoor pool, an indoor pool that would be suitable for our children to learn to swim ALL YEAR ROUND is not only a nice feature for the community, but it’s a safety feature. Did you know 314 people drowned last year? 56 of these were children and 33 of these were under 5 years old. We live in a town with 30% of the population under 15 and many households have pools, there are waterholes all around town and lakes, we need to make sure our chil-dren are safe around water so they don’t be-come a statistic. Th at is what the indoor pool is for. I know I will be enrolling my child to learn to swim as it’s a life skill.

Smart Mumma.

News last week of the BHP Billiton move into the Feasibility phase of the Olympic Dam expansion will

be seen locally as the most positive news it has had since the release of the EIS in 2009.

What seems an eternity ago and the ex-pectations of what could be may now be just around the corner.

Th e way BHP Billiton is employing at the moment is a fair indication of the next move and certainly one of the surest signs yet the expansion will get the go ahead.

Th e air of confi dence in the town is appar-ent, but with all the employment on off er at the mine, it is having a detrimental aff ect on retailers and service businesses as employees

are lured by the bigger bucks.And why shouldn’t they make the most of

this move into the feasibility stage and the money on off er.

It does open more employment opportu-nities for others who are needed to replace these people and at last the local economy will be stimulated enough to create the boom times people have been waiting so long to enjoy.

While the expansion has not been signed off by governments yet, it is fair to say it would be a very unlikely they would reject such a potential cash cow.

Let’s face it governments both State and Federal need all the money they can to fi ll to coff ers and get this country back in the black.

Positive news on the home

front

Brown’s case remanded

Accused Roxby Downs man, Benjamin Brown, 21, appeared in court again on Monday, April 4.

His case was remanded until June 20 where there will be a further hearing for his preliminary examination.From there his case will go to trial.

His charges include Murder/Murder At-tempted/Cause Serious Harm To Another - Basic Offence/Cause Serious Harm By Dangerous Driving - Aggravated Off ence regarding an incident in Roxby on January 15.

Coober Pedy rejects energy supply deal

Coober Pedy Council is refusing to sign a contract for communities in its area to remain under a remote energy supply scheme.

Mayor Steve Baines says the South Aus-tralian Government wants the council to sign an agreement to formalise the scheme.

But he says one of the conditions is that the Government has to give only 20 days’ notice of an electricity tariff increase in the 13 outback communities.

Residential tariff s rose by about 20 per cent

recently and commercial tariff s by more than 50 per cent.

Mr Baines says the contract would clear the way for more price rises.

“If we sign it, that ties us in for the next fi ve years,” he said.

SA Energy Minister Michael O’Brien says a formal agreement will provide a solid basis for electricity infrastructure in the outback towns.

High cost of summer fl oods

Th e Central Local Government Region says early estimates put the damage bill from summer fl ooding across South Australia near $37 million.

Fifteen regional council areas were hit by torrential rain and fl ash fl ooding in Decem-ber and January, severely damaging roads and displacing some residents.

Chief executive Anita Crisp says they want peace of mind from the State Government that councils will be given enough fi nancial support to cope with the costs.

Wind farm plan may be on hold

A company planning to build a wind farm

near Whyalla says it will not go ahead unless a price is put on carbon.

Wind Energy Solutions wants to build a 120-megawatt wind farm at Lincoln Gap.

Director Shane Darcy says without a price on carbon most renewable energy options are fi nancially unviable.

“Th is is holding back the renewable energy industry at the moment, it’s holding back employment, it’s holding back investment,” he said.

“Without something happening from Can-berra I can’t see the industry increasing in size in any shape or form.”

Fishermen took 50 times bag limit

Th ree Port Augusta men could be fi ned up to $5,000 each for allegedly stealing a com-mercial quantity of razorfi sh from Upper Spencer Gulf.

Th e Department of Fisheries says the men took more than 50 times the legal limit of razorfi sh over two days.

Paul Faithow from the department said it was a highly-organised operation.

“Razorfi sh are an animal that don’t move. Th ey grow in the sand so they’re very, very vulnerable to this amount of overfi shing,” he said.

Farmers brace for mice infl ux

Biosecurity SA says sales of mouse bait have jumped signifi cantly, as farmers prepare for a potential plague in coming weeks.

Mice decimated crops in parts of Eyre Peninsula last year and could also reach plague proportions by the the end of autumn on Yorke Peninsula, in the mid-north and Murray Mallee.

Mallee farmer Doug Hall says mouse numbers are steadily rising around his area.

“You just travel the highway of a night and you see enough mice running across the highway that it is a major concern because once you see that happening on your highways you know they’re pretty thick in the paddock,” he said.

Greg Mutze from Biosecurity SA says he expects the problem to worsen when crops start being planted late next month.

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The Board The Board that provides that provides a community a community voicevoice locallylocally

JOINING FORUMSIf you are interested in joining a forum please

contact the following people. New members are always welcome.

ARTS and CULTURE FORUMRachel Young 0428 671 000

EDUCATION and WORKPLACE TRAININGMichelle Hales 0418 833 818

SPORT and RECREATION FORUMKaye Doyle 0419 935 316

COMMUNITY GARDENCherie Gaskin 8671 2924

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BOARD MEETINGS WHO’S ON THE BOARD CONTACTING THE BOARD

Board meetings are held on the last Monday of the month.

Members of the public are welcome to attend and observe.

If you would like to make a pres-entation or raise an issue, please contact the Executive Offi cer on 0418 833 818 so that you can be

included on the agenda.

Confi dential discussions with the Board can be arranged if required.

For further information, advice or general questions please contact:

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Roxby Downs Community Board Inc.

PO Box 85Roxby Downs SA 5725Mobile: 0418 833 818

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By Emma Offl er

Th e I n t e r n a t i o n a l Women’s Day Cocktail Event, held on March

18 at the Dunes Café, was a resounding success.

The purpose of the event was to raise funds for a wor-thy cause, and the Women’s Network raised and donated $2,000 towards women’s shel-ters aff ected by the Queens-land fl oods.

Th is great sum was raised by sending a bucket around dur-ing the event, which raised over $500 in cash donations from generous attendees.

“Th ere was also money from the ticket sales and then we also did a raffl e. We auctioned off fl owers,” Kaye Doyle, one of the organisers of the event, said.

Th e main fl ower display was auctioned and the table fl ow-ers were sold, resulting in over $750 in cash donations on the

night.

“We (the committee) all

said that we wanted money

to go to something to do with

women that were aff ected by

fl oods, so then Karen Russell

started searching for us as to

what organisation we should

donate to.

“Th e overriding organisa-

tion, DV Connect, will fi nd out

the neediest people and ensure

that funds get spent in the

most appropriate manner.”

Michelle Hales, another

event organiser, is happy with

the outcome of the event.

“Th is event shows how giving

the people of Roxby Downs

are. Just imagine how much

we could raise if we do more

events during the year. The

committee wishes to thank the

people who attended for their

generosity,” Ms Hales said

Roxby women dig deep at IWD event

These positions report to the Manager Community Development, Governance and Strategic Support. They will assist both Council and the Community Board to achieve existing and future community development goals. Positions are ideally full time but part time applications are also welcome.

The Community Projects Officer will manage the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Project along with a number of new community initiatives. This position will involve report writing, applying for grants, program development, networking, liaising with key stakeholders and undertaking business develop-ment activities. A tertiary qualification in Community Development will be highly regarded.

The Administration Officer – Community Projects will provide administrative support to the Roxby Downs Community Board Inc. and Council. This work will include the Community Learning Places Program, Community Person of the Month Program, and a number of other community related projects. Organising meetings and events, minute taking, liaising with local media, and preparing marketing and promotional materials are also key elements of this position.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Roxby Downs Council Enterprise Agreement (2010). Some after hours work during the week will be required.

A copy of the position descriptions and further enquiries may be directed to Michelle Hales, Manager Community Development, Governance and Strategic Support on 8671 0010.Applications close 12 noon Wednesday 27 April 2011.

Written applications addressed to the Administrator should consist of a formal letter and Curriculum Vitae and must be submitted by the closing date. Applications may be sent by:• Post to the Roxby Downs Council Office, PO Box 124 Richardson Place Roxby Downs SA 5725.• Fax on 08 8671 0452 or • Email: roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au

Bill BoehmAdministrator

2 X JOB OPPORTUNITIESCOMMUNITY PROJECTS OFFICER

(Level 4)

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER - COMMUNITY PROJECTS

(Level 3)

Effi cient lightingInstall energy effi cient globes and use low watt globes wherever possible.Turn lights off when not needed – make the most out of daylight (it’s the next best thing to actually being outside!)Create a romantic atmosphere and use subtle lighting, or use candles instead of turning a light on.

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The International Women’s Day Board - Michelle Hayes, Amanda Hudson, Mary Lewis and Kaye Doyle. Absent: Karen Russell

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ROXBY COUNCILWEEKLY INFORMATION UPDATEWEEKLY INFORMATION UPDATE

NEWS NEWS IN BRIEFIN BRIEF

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Opening hoursWednesdays and Thursdays only

9 am to 4.30 pmCouncil provides Transport

Services including:• Vehicle Registration • Boat Registrations

• Licensing Transactions• Learner written theory tests (test to begin before 4 pm)

All enquiries 131 084

REMINDERSREMINDERS

Opal Road Landfi llOpening hours

1 pm to 6 pm every dayDisposal of household rubbish is FREE

Levies apply for businesses

Recycling can be taken either to the Opal Landfi ll or

BSH Waste Solutions on Gosse StreetAll enquiries: 8671 1154

Opening hours 8.30 to 5 pm weekdays

9.30 am to 12 noon SaturdaysTelephone 8671 0660 • Fax 8671 1418

Email: roxbydowns.library@plain.net.au

Library membership is FREE wide range of resources are available including books, DVDs, magazines and internet facilities

Toddler Story Time 9.30 am Tuesday & Thursday

Opening hours9 am to 5 pm weekdays

Telephone 8671 0010 • Fax 8671 0452Email: roxby@roxbycouncil.com.au

After hours emergencyMobile 0418 892 870

Web www.roxbycouncil.com

SERVICE SAWASTE MANAGEMENTLIBRARYCOUNCIL OFFICE

PARKINGPlease familiarise yourself with parking restrictions in Richardson Place and around both the schools. Parking signs and restrictions such as drop off zones, disabled park-ing areas and loading zones are specially designed to improve the safety of pedestrians and minimise traffi c congestion. Parking on road verges is also an area of concern as this practice disturbs landscaping, irrigation and damages trees and shrubs that have been planted to improve the amenity of the street-scape.

TENDER DECISION – CULTURAL AND LEISURE PRECINCTResidents are advised that Council has accepted a recommendation from an Independent Evaluation Panel established to examine ten-ders received for the Staffi ng and Management of the Roxby Downs Cultural and Leisure Precinct and awarded the contract to the Out-back Leisure Company Pty Ltd. This followed an extensive Request for Tender Process advertised nation-ally, within South Australia and lo-cally. This resulted in submissions received from National and South Australian based Companies with wide experience in the Leisure and Recreation fi elds. The Precinct has been operating on a continuous improvement model since Coun-cil’s inception and is a key part of the community and Council looks forward to a continuation of this approach under Outback Leisure for the next three years when the new contact takes effect on 1 July 2011.

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURERichardson Place will be closed between 5.30am and 7.30am and from 10.00am and 12 noon on Mon-day 25 April 2011 for the Anzac Day Ceremonies. Adjacent/adjoining roads are Burgoyne Street, Arcoona Street, Norman Place and Tavern Road.

COUNCIL AFTER HOURS

Emergency Number

0418 892 870

The Fire Danger Season for the North West Pastoral

district closed at mid-night on 31 March 2011. South Australia has 15 diff erent Country Fire Service Fire Ban districts each with diff erent fi re danger seasons.

The CFS has decided to bring forward the end of the fi re danger season across all of the state’s 15 Fire Ban districts. CFS Chief Offi cer Greg Net-tleton said the decision followed a series of meet-ings with Bushfi re Man-agement Committees and key stakeholders across South Australia.

“Th is decision was due to the higher than average rainfalls in many parts of the state and signifi cant

reduction in the soil dry-ness. South Australia has entered a weather cycle that appears to be a rela-tive normal autumn pat-tern and unlikely to sus-tain any extreme weather conditions,” Mr Nettleton said.

In the unlikely event that South Australia should experience severe or extreme fire danger conditions after the Fire Danger Season has ended, the CFS can still invoke a total fire ban. Council’s Bushfi re Prevention Of-ficer Trevor Kroemer, who is a member of the North West Pastoral dis-trict Bushfire Manage-ment Committee, said, “our Fire Danger season was due to end on 31 March anyway but this decision has brought for-

ward all the other fi re ban

districts that were due to

end in April”.

In a similar move the

Department of Environ-

ment and Natural Re-

sources has announced

that all seasonal fi re re-

strictions applying to

South Australian National

Parks, Wildlife Reserves

and Wilderness Protec-

tion Areas would also

cease on 31 March 2011.

It is still important that

people visiting or trav-

elling through South

Australian parks make

themselves familiar with

localised restrictions as

some parks and reserves

prohibit fi res throughout

the year.

BUSHFIRE SEASON ENDS

Winter is approach-ing quickly, which means nights and

early mornings in front of the heater and a higher than usual electricity bill.

Th ere are diff erent types of heating, so depending on what the size area you want to heat.

It’s important to use a cor-rectly sized heater because if you use a heater too small for the room you are trying to heat, it is unlikely to do the job without huge run-ning costs.

Th e Government of South Australia suggest using a portable electric radiant heater or portable electric convection heater if heating a person or small room.

To heat a large room or open plan area you may want to use a reverse cycle air conditioner, off -peak elec-tric storage heater, fl ued or unfl ued gas heater or a slow combustion wood heater.

If you want to heat the whole house, consider ducted reverse cycle air conditioning, ducted gas central heating or a slow combustion stove with heat shifters.

Roxby Power give Roxby Downs residents tips to cut down on their electricity us-

age and save you money.You can prevent heat from

escaping from your home by having appropriate insula-tion in the ceilings and ex-ternal walls of the house.

You can save about 15% of heating energy by ensuring all gaps in the home, such as chimneys or cracks in the walls. Closing curtains and blinds also helps keep the heat inside.

Ensure you set any ther-mostat temperature as low as possible. An appropri-ate temperature is around 18ºC; every degree that you decrease the thermostat will save you around 10% energy.

You may be able to get by without a heater at all! Use multiple blankets and quilts when sleeping; layer-ing them will keep warm air between the layers and keep you warmer.

Hot water bottles and wheat bags are also great to keep handy and use in the evenings and when going to bed.

Th ere are plenty of ener-gy-free options to consider. As the weather cools in Roxby, make it a goal to see how long you can last before turning on the heater.

Take the pressure off your pocket this winter

Fire danger season is over but residents in regional areas still need to be mindful of fi re hazards

Warm up the old fashioned way this Winter and save on electricity costs

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By Millie Thomas

One of Australia’s most criti-cally acclaimed country singers; Adam Harvey is

looking forward to heading back to Melrose.

Rock the Mount, an annual fes-tival held in Melrose, South Aus-tralia, is coming up on April 16 and headline act Harvey couldn’t be more excited.

“A couple of years ago I was up there and it’s a beautiful spot,” said Harvey. “It’s really a great gig and they (the artists) love letting their hair down, taking their clothes off and swinging from the rafters!” he said.

After embellishing in a more col-ourful version of the truth, Harvey went on to say how rewarding the whole experience has been for him in the past.

“It’s really great for us to get out in front of a whole group of people at once,” he said. “It’s a great chance to get out and do your thing, sing a few songs and try and sell a couple of CDs.”

Harvey fi rst performed at Mel-rose in 2008, the second year of Rock the Mount, and said the fes-tival only gets better and better.

“I’ve been there a couple of times and it started out from humble be-ginnings and it’s really grown into a great festival.

“We don’t really get the chance to play in that area; there aren’t a lot of venues out there or theatres that we can go to do a tour, so it’s a

really good chance to play in front of a crowd of people we don’t usu-ally get to play for.

“Current tour partner and fellow country music singer, Beccy Cole, is a perfect example of South Aus-tralian musical talent, “said Har-vey. Beccy will also be performing at Rock the Mount.

For those contemplating making the four and a half odd hour trip down to Melrose next weekend, Harvey said there is something to suit everybody.

“Even for people that aren’t really into country music, they can go and watch Leo Sayer or you can go and watch Beccy Cole. Th ere’s some-thing for everyone, so they’re onto the right idea with that,” he said.

“Everybody is there to have a good time and I always think that when the world is as crazy as it is, the terrible things that have hap-pened in Australia and all over the place, people need to get out and escape from all of that and forget about the tears and the dramas and have a good time for a few hours.”

Having won numerous CMAA and Golden guitar Awards, Harvey said that while these were all great accomplishments, the greatest mo-ment of his career was performing on a stage where vocal greats had stood before him.

“Defi nitely singing over in Amer-ica at the Grand Opry,” he said. “When I was a kid my dad used to tell me about this place called the Grand Old Opry. My dad col-lected all of the old vinyl records

and was a bit of an expert on country music.

“To get out there and stand on that stage in the same old building in its original state that Elvis stood on and Johnny cash, it sends a shiver up your spine. You walk out on that stage where they all started and it’s pretty amazing.”

He also said that a Gold Record would have to be his most hum-bling achievement.

“To me, I think the best achieve-ment or best award is a Gold Record. A Golden Guitar is judged by maybe a dozen people in the industry on what they think is the best, but you get a Gold record or a Platinum album, that proves that so many people are willing to go out and spend their money on you. I think that’s the ultimate goal and the greatest honour to ever have.

“It’s hard to believe so many peo-ple are willing to go out and buy my music! Th at’s the real honour.

“Not many people can do what they love for a living. My dad worked in a factory his whole life and he always said to me you chase that bloody dream as far as you can. “Don’t regret every morning that you have to get up and go to a shitty old factory. It was a good lesson in life.”

Adam Harvey is set to Rock the Mount

The fi rst dig of the new pool at Roxby Leisure on Monday

THE MONITOR – Your Community Newspaperwww.themonitor.com.auPage 10 – Wednesday, April 6, 2011

TravelSPOTLIGHT ON THE BAROSSA VALLEY

Photo courtesy of SACT

Take a wine tour through vineyards, cycle or walk the guided tracks, or drive through traditional country towns….

Th e best way to soak up the atmos-phere of this renowned wine region is to spend a few days on the road.

Around every bend, you’ll fi nd a gour-met bakery or outlet, a world-class win-ery, or a quaint bed and breakfast.

If you’d rather not do the driving, there are plenty of other ways to tour the region. From a coach tour, to a lux-ury limousine, to a personalised four-wheel drive or even a balloon ride over the landscape, getting around is easy.

Mengler Hill & Sculpture Park Th is drive from Tanunda up Mengler

Hill has spectacular views that will take your breath away.

Barossa Heritage Trail Discover Barossa’s historic gems,

museums, and natural wonders on this prestigious trail.

Mount Crawford Forest Mount Crawford Forest is set on more

than 12,000 hectares of native pines, wildlife and tracks on the edge of the Barossa ranges.

Scenic Drives Throughout the region, there are

plenty of spectacular self drives. Mount Pleasant to Truro, Williamstown to Ta-nunda, or Gawler to Nurioopta, you can take your pick.

BallooningBook a balloon adventure and see the

Barossa from a birds’ eye view.

Bike, walk, ride, drive Bike, walk, ride, drive or take to the skies...or take to the skies...

Famous for Food and WineThere is no other region in

Australia that has such a long list of premium wines, blended with an abundance of rich traditional cuisines like the Barossa.

Th e Barossa is known through-out the world as one of Austral-ia’s leading wine regions, boasting more than 60 wineries, rang-ing from quaint boutique cel-lar doors, to large international companies.

But there is more to the region than the delicious grape. The Barossa is also home to an array of gourmet goodies including fresh fruits, fermented breads,

old-fashioned pies, homemade jams and smoked meats.

Th ere are more than 80 wine producers and approximately 60 cellar doors in the Barossa Val-ley and there are almost 11,200 hectares under vine.

The main grape varieties in-clude Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvi-gnon, Riesling Chardonnay, Semi-llon and Grenache.

Th e main foods produced are baked goods, smoked meats, chutney, jams, sauces, olives and olive oil, carob, durum wheat, milling wheat, fresh meats, eggs, and dried fruits.

The leaders and innovators in the area include Penfolds, Jacob’s Creek, Wolf Blass, Peter Lehmann, Grant Burge, Seppelts, Torbeck, Rockford, Yalumba, Langmeil, Turkey Flat and Baros-sa Valley Estates.

Famous food brands and pro-ducers include Maggie Beer, Barossa Farm Produce, Pear Tree Cottage, Angas Park Fruits, Apex Bakery, Food Barossa and Lyn-doch Valley Fine Foods.

Th e harvest periods are Febru-ary to late April (wine), Novem-ber to December (hay), and late November to January (grain).

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TravelSPOTLIGHT ON THE BAROSSA VALLEY

To make orders or enquiries please contact:KAREN McCONNELL

GOURMET GOODIES COMPANY PTY LTDPh: 0412 354 271 Fax: 08 8524 4828Email: sales@gourmetgoodies.com.au

South Australian produced gourmet food

BiscuitsFudge/Slices/ChocolateChutney/Mustard/RelishPickled Onions & CucumbersSauces & MarinadesPreserved LimesDukkah/Seasonings/SaltsNative Foods and SpicesWine VinegarCurry Powder & PasteFruit & NutsJam/MarmaladeMettwurstNoodlesOld fashioned soft drinks & CordialsOlive oil & OlivesCoffee, Tea & Drinking ChocolateEgg NoodlesPickles & RelishHoney

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Outback residents can now order gourmet foods from across South Australia, including the fantastic Barossa Valley.

Gourmet Goodies distributes a range of gourmet foods produced in South Australia, by

South Australian family owned businesses. Try something new, like Shiraz Sauce on your

kangaroo, gourmet slices with your cheese plat-ters, together with native dukkah and delicious relishes and chutney. With cooler months coming whip up a heart-warming kasoundi with black pepper pasta.

Wash it all down with good old fashioned ginger beer or a cup of chocolate marmalade tea.

Th e company also distributes products from other fantastic areas of South Australia, in-cluding the Mid North, Clare Valley, Riverland, Limestone Coast and Adelaide Hills.

Some of the other “goodies” available are bis-cuits, fudge and slices, chutney, jam, sauces and marinades, mettwurst, olive oil, dukkah, olives, fruit and nuts, salts and seasonings, noodles, soft drinks and cordials, tea, coff ee and drink-ing chocolate, curry, pickles and relish, honey and honey centred chocolate.

Th e Barossa based company will launch a new website soon to showcase all their prod-ucts and will feature an online shop where both wholesale and retail customers are welcome.

In the meantime gourmet lovers should con-tact owner Karen on 0412 254 271 or email karen@gourmetgoodies.com.au.

Look out for www.gourmetgoodies.com and visit the online shop where both wholesale and retail customers are welcome.

Food and Wine Fast Facts

South Australia’s fi rst surveyor General, Colonel William Light, named Jacob’s Creek in 1836 after one of his staff members, surveyor William Jacob. William and his brother settled on the banks of the creek and their two small houses remain there today as part of the Orlando Wyndham estate.

Langmeil Winery in Tanunda is home to an original 1840s Shiraz vineyard, making it the oldest in the area.

Many of the bakeries throughout the Barossa still use the traditional recipes of the original settlers and some are still family owned.

South Australia’s beau-tiful Barossa Valley is renowned as one of the

country’s finest big-name wine regions, but it’s also a haven for boutique producers inspired by their beautiful, rich and fertile surrounds.

Established by passion-ate food and wine lover Jonathan Milne, Barossa Taste Sensations gives you the opportunity to gain an insider’s knowledge as you explore some of the Barossa’s best-kept secrets and meet the people working behind the scenes.

Having lived and worked in the region for the past 16 years, Jonathan has devel-oped great admiration for the initiative, innovation and talent shown by small producers of fi ne wines and gourmet food.

“I wanted to be a part of the great Barossa tradition of producing amazing food and wine, and that’s why I started Barossa Taste Sensations,” he

explained. “I’ve worked in the local wine industry and have spent a long time getting to know the smaller producers, so now it’s time to share my knowledge.”

Barossa Taste Sensations tours take place over one or two days, with a maximum of six people being transported in a Volkswagen Luxury Tourer. Each tour is designed to take advantage of any exciting wine, food or local events happening in the area during your visit.

Jonathan aims to immerse you in the Barossa way of life by introducing you to bou-tique winemakers, farmers, producers and local char-acters. All tour guests will sample the unique fl avours of wines not found elsewhere, along with locally made food created from the fi nest Barossa ingredients. Guests will also enjoy a private lunch based around seasonal produce.

Optional tour extras in-

clude a fun and educational tutorial on local cheeses, a quick course in gourmet sau-sage-making and an exclusive visit to the valley’s best bou-tiques, with wine and nibbles served as you shop!

In addition, Jonathan can tailor tours to meet individu-al needs and make your stay in the Barossa all the more memorable.

So, if you appreciate fi ne food and wine, have a sense of adventure and would love to see the Barossa Valley in a whole new light, book a tour with Barossa Taste Sensa-tions. All you have to do is surrender your senses and be inspired by the very best this glorious part of the country has to off er!

For more information call Jonathan Milne on (08) 8564 3130 or 0457 101 487, or visit www.barossatastesensations.comMedia enquiries to Kath Newland from New Flavour, 0434 675 965.

It’s time to see another It’s time to see another side of the Barossa Valleyside of the Barossa Valley

Telephone: 08 8564 3130 Mobile: 0457 101 487

Email: tours@barossatastesensations.com

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experience the world-famous Barossa

region on a half, one or two-day tour with Barossa Taste

Sensations. Hosted by a local guide, Jonathan Milne, this

enriching and uniquely rewarding experience will introduce

you to small local producers and allow you to make new

and exciting gourmet discoveries. Simply surrender your

senses and enjoy the very best the Barossa has to offer!

THE MONITOR – Your Community Newspaperwww.themonitor.com.auPage 12 – Wednesday, April 6, 2011

TravelSPOTLIGHT ON THE BAROSSA VALLEY

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The Whispering Wall This curved wall in the Cockatoo Valley is a modern-day phenomenon. When two people stand on either side of it, they can hear each other’s whispers from approximately 140 metres away.

Wolf Blass Visitor Centre A striking contemporary visitor centre featuring a private tasting room with premium labels on offer.

Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop Meet the famous Australian chef and writer Maggie Beer on her own farm, with seasonal items for sale that can’t be found anywhere else.

Lyndoch Lavender Farm Ever tried lavender gourmet foods? Tour this property and see more than 60 varieties of lavender, lavender foods and olive groves on display.

Chateau Barossa With more than 20,000 roses, a stylish new café, and plenty of wines on offer, this is a perfect place to indulge yourself for a day.

And the winner is …

Th e winner of the Lyndoch Hill Retreat is Steve Ipsen. Congratulations! We hope you enjoy a fan-tastic Barossa getaway.

For a limited time Lyndoch Hill Retreat will con-tinue to off er the special package which includes a two night escape to the amazing Barossa location.

Th e package includes two nights of accommoda-tion, a complimentary bottle of Creed Wine and cheese platter on arrival, a buff et continental break-fast each morning, a private tasting of Creed Wines, and the opportunity to stay an extra night if staying from Sunday to Th ursday at no extra charge.

Lyndoch Hill is set amongst 15 acres of garden, including 30,000 roses and overlooking vineyards.

It includes an amazing, architecturally unique building housing a fabulous restaurant, accommo-dation, conference rooms and cellar door overlook-ing a magnifi cent property and the nearby Barossa Ranges.

Th e location is a smart destination for weddings, special functions, corporate packages, intimate escapes and a delightful base for tourists visiting the world class food and wine region.

Picture yourself surrounded by family and friends and the fragrant aromas of perfumed roses, savour-ing the fl avours of the Barossa including stunning wines and exceptional local cuisine.

Th e rose garden is one of the biggest in the world and one of the most important international collec-tions.

Lyndoch Hill has some of the largest rooms in the region. Th e 34 ensuite rooms sit in an arc surround-ing the restaurant, off ering safe parking and a large free form pool at the centre.

To fi nd out more go to www.lhretreat.com or phone 8524 4268.

Create great memories with a caravan park holiday and enjoy all the Barossa Valley has to off er.

Tanunda Caravan & Tourist Park is only a few minutes’ walk from the centre of the Barossa’s most picturesque main town, Ta-nunda and only an hour’s drive from Adelaide.

It’s also only a few min-utes away from the Baros-sa’s most visited tourist haunts, such as Bethany, Seppeltsfi eld, Rowland Flat, Lyndoch, Mengler’s Hill Lookout, Angaston and Nuriootpa.

So straight away you are at the beating heart of the Barossa and all it has to of-fer.

Not only does the park off er cottages, ensuite cab-ins, park cabins and budget cabins and beautiful camp-ing sites, there are the other important things … the things that keep the kids happy… a swimming pool, jumping pillow, play-ground, recreation hall, and bike hire.

Find out more at www.tanundacarvantouristpark.com.au and book your Barossa Valley escape to-day.

Create memories of your caravan park holiday

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THE MONITOR – Your Community Newspaper Wednesday, April 6, 2011 – Page 13www.themonitor.com.au

TravelSPOTLIGHT ON THE BAROSSA VALLEY

T reat yourself to a bit of luxury at the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort while you enjoy all this stunning region has

to off er.Th e resort, based in the picturesque Row-

land Flat near Lyndoch, provides a restful ha-ven while exploring this famous region, rich in a cultural heritage of wine, food, buildings and people.

Nestled among the vines and just an hour’s drive from Adelaide, the resort is adjacent to the 18 hole Tanunda Pines Golf Course and has stunning views across the Barossa Ranges and Jacobs Creek Vineyards.

At the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort you will fi nd the contemporary style of the Novotel group merged with the comfort and sophistica-tion of the Barossa Valley in fantastic Studio Suites.

Not only

are the suites lavish and comfortable, but they also have savvy functionality factors like iPod docking stations (which connect to the 32 inch LCD TVs), nine paid TV channels, inhouse movies, ergonomic workstations and full broadband access.

Each suite features a private balcony with panoramic views over Jacobs Creek and the Barossa Ranges. Sleeping up to 2 people, the Studio Rooms include either 1 king bed or 2 single beds.

Tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, a giant outdoor chess set, walking trail, outdoor swimming pool and gym provide plenty to do outdoors, and visitors can even enjoy their very own slice of down-to-earth heaven at endota day spa.

Harry’s Restaurant, which houses a 1200 bottle wine rack and a 180 degree view of

the Barossa Ranges, has an amazing menu full of local produce refl ecting the best the current season has to off er.

Novotel Barossa Val-ley Resort also houses Th e Tasting Room – an experiential retail outlet off ering daily wine tast-ing.

Th e conference centre at the Novotel Barossa can cater for up to 250 people theatre style or a 180 head banquet, and is the largest, most technically advanced residential conference facility in the region.

To fi nd out more go to www.novotelbaros-sa.com or phone 8524 0000.

Come & experience our four star park located within the heart of the Barossa Valley. We offer a wide range of accom-modation from lovely shady sites, budget accommodation, up to our luxury spa cottages. We also have a Jumping Pillow, Swimming Pool and Playground to keep the kids happy.

A kiosk, internet café, camp kitchen, rec-reation hall, LPG refills, ice and laundry facilities are also available.

Ask our friendly staff about Barossa Ha-ven. Our beautiful new executive villas available for both short and long term stays

Tanunda Caravan & Tourist Park

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THE MONITOR – Your Community Newspaperwww.themonitor.com.auPage 14 – Wednesday, April 6, 2011

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By Emma Offl erKris James off ers repair services for computers, laptops, game consoles and phones.

He provides a free quote for cus-tomers, saving you money, and has ex-tensive knowledge of how to fi x your computers and other systems.

He also comes to you, eliminating the inconvenience of being without your computer long term and backs up all fi les on his clients hard drives just in case!

As well as repairing computers, he can also custom build computers to your specifi cations, ensuring com-plete customer satisfaction.

He can repair a number of diff erent consoles and systems such as iPods, PS3s, X-Boxes and Nintendo DS sys-tems.

He also installs satellite TV for the new digital system, VAST, which has

become popular among Roxby resi-dents who can’t access regular digital TV yet.

Th e VAST system can be installed from $350, depending on whether you already have a satellite installed and on other factors.

He has been operating for 12 months in Roxby Downs and is avail-able to do jobs mainly on weekends and after hours.

“I tend to work out the best possible time with the customer,” Kris said.

Kris is friendly, reliable and cost ef-fective. As he does not have a shop front, he can be more fl exible with his fees and charges.

“Because I have low overheads I al-ways try to do the customer the best possible deal I can,” he said.

Kris is also enthusiastic about sup-porting local businesses and said, “I try to source my parts for satellite TV from local businesses.”

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THE MONITOR – Your Community Newspaper www.themonitor.com.au Wednesday, April 6, 2011 – Page 15

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WEEK 4

Th is week my eating was not the best. I succumbed to occasion, when the Roxby Miners held their Guernsey presentation night… pizza and wine, what was I supposed to do?? I did keep in mind Kelly’s wise words of portion control. Isn’t it easy to fi nd a way to justify yourself!

I have been trying to get into the routine of having six small meals a day, but have been failing miserably, usually having two meals a day of assorted meats and salads.

I am defi nitely missing bread and pota-toes - I can’t remember the last time I ate them! I have, however, been baking sweet potato chips a couple of times a week. As I understand it has a lower glycemic index, and gives me a little bit of a carb fi x! Also, I have to work on introducing breakfast. I have had no sweets – last night, I even refused M n’ Ms.

Exercise was back up again this week; three gym sessions, plus bootcamp and netball training and basketball. I am yet to notice a diff erence, apart from feeling generally healthier and most noticeably, after having a few wines on the weekend, I feel much better in the morning! Oh the benefi ts of being fi t(ter)!

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Th is week I could not go to gym as I was feeling very unwell – the headaches and high blood pressure kept me away from exercises but I have to admit I missed it.

But I tried to keep my eating as healthy as I could, although it was really hard not to nibble things all the time since I was off work and pretty much relaxed at home all the time. I am still trying to keep away from cold drinks but during one event coverage on the weekend I did have a coke zero – ooppss! Apart from that,

I have been drinking lots of water as well which keeps me with a feeling I am full for longer.

No exercise for a week, but I do walk everywhere since I don’t have a car – I guess that counts as exercise.

Hopefully I will be back on the track and have some good workouts next week.

“ ”I am sticking to my ice

teas because Kelly told me

they are good.

By Millie ThomasFasten up your seatbelts boys and girls, and auto tune those sound receptors, for Izzy Lane is here to stay.

Izzy Lane, a new four piece band, debuted at the Community Club last Friday night at a highly successful performance.

Vanessa James (vocals), Andrew Winter-fi eld (harmonica), Stephen Johnson (acoustic guitar) and James Hall (acoustic and electric guitar, vocals) burst onto the Roxby Downs performing arts scene, bringing their own style acoustic / blues / pub music to the fore.

Th e tale of their existence is one of progres-sion. Izzy Lane spoke with Th e Monitor about how it all came to be. “I got asked to do a gig at the club,” said Vanessa. “I rang Steve and asked if he wanted to do a gig, he asked can James play, and can Andrew play, and then here we are!”

James and Stephen had been playing to-gether for about 12 months when the occa-sion arose.

Coming from varied musical backgrounds, each member has their own little style to add. Andrew, who has previously been linked to a number of musical trysts around town, has a

soul and brass bands background. “I’ve played around a little bit I suppose,” he said. An ac-complished player, he performed with the Ad-elaide Symphony Orchestra at the Symphony under the Stars about 10 years ago and claims Charlie Muzzlewhite as his inspiration.

Similarly, Vanessa has also been tangled up with various musicians around town, as well as Jazz and Soul bands further south. A singer for around 15 years, she has her own particular style. “I’m more of a soul, funk, and jazz singer really, but I also enjoy getting down and doing a bit of rock and stuff like that,” she said.

At the other end of the table, Stephen picked up the guitar about four years ago to pass the time out at camp, and help him steer clear of the Wetmess. “Th is music (played with Izzy Lane) I don’t really know or listen to, but its good, I’ve got to do it to take the next step,” he said.

James, who is known for his hippy tenden-cies, has been described as a ‘fi nger – slap’ style of guitar playing, with Ben Harper and Jack Johnson being strong inspirations.

“It’s more of an outlet more than anything. It’s defi nitely recreational, it’s just the enjoy-ment you get out of doing it,” said Vanessa.

“Andrew and I know that playing in front of a crowd, there’s nothing like it, and Steve will soon fi nd that out on Friday night!

“It’s quite addictive, it’s relaxing, it’s an out-let, but in relation to the future of the band, I suppose we’ll just take it as it comes.”

While Stephen and Vanessa have been prac-tising together for almost a couple of months, Andrew only joined in last week, just before the opening performance.

“We’re still learning how to play musicwith each other. We’re just having a good time real-ly, and off ering what we’ve got,” said Vanessa.

“I reckon we’ll create a bit more of a bluesy sound really with the rock side of it, especially bringing Andrew in with the harmonica.

“Roxby is very supportive, I think because they are very hungry for it. Besides working in this town, there’s not much else to do, so I think something diff erent and something new coming to the town inspires people to go out and enjoy themselves, so I think they reciprocate bands, not just ourselves, very well,” she said.

Highly appropriately, Andrew fi nished the interview with, “let the music do the talk-ing!”

Izzy Lane Izzy Lane debuts in debuts in

RoxbyRoxby

Bootcamp this week was rough. Kelly lulled us into a false sense of security dur-ing the fi rst half of the session. Th en she instructed us to squat jump across the room holding a weight plate, all with an evil glint in her eye. My legs were screaming before I made it halfway across the room.

I really liked the session because it was a circuit-style workout. I get bored easily so it was so good to hear Kelly yell “change!” every minute or so.

I was sore again after this session. It hit me on Wednesday morning and bending down was an impossible task as my legs had gotten such a heavy workout.

Th is week I managed to get a bit of walk-ing in, which is better than nothing. But next week I plan to get back into Th e Big-gest Loser Kinect game. Th at way I have no excuse for having no time to exercise seeing as I can do it at home anytime.

I’m just dying to hear Bob and Jillian’s voices telling me “good job! Perfect form!” again, although I know they can’t really see me …

Another week down in our challenge and I’m still enjoying it.

I do fi nd it hard to get to the gym at times with the kids and my husband’s roster so I have been trying to get over there in my lunch break. Th at is working for me as by the time I get home with the kids my exercise is done and I don’t have to worry about getting there.

I have to say that the bootcamp is my favourite, even if I don’t say that at the time! I fi nd it fun and breaks up the session when you can have a few laughs. Th e jumping this week with the weight was the hardest … I can’t actually jump!

I’m still getting my eating under control. After having the Lap Band for two and a half years I’m now struggling with all the foods that I can now eat after having all my band let out. I think that it is really important to learn all the basic food groups, how much you can eat and when without the restrictions of the band. Th at means being very good 100% of the time and we all know that isn’t always possible!

THE MONITOR – Your Community Newspaperwww.themonitor.com.auPage 16 – Wednesday, April 6, 2011

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2011 golf season started on a perfect autumn day on Saturday, April 2. Th e annual four person Ambrose event was sponsored by Workpac for the fi rst time and a big thank you goes to Simon and Allan and the rest of

the Workpac staff that helped on the day. Workpac greeted the golfers with a sausage sizzle and water during the round.

Th e results for the four person Ambrose are as below:

L – R, Simon Stewart (Workpac), Rick Russell, Harry Noll, Robin

Passmore, Absent Tony Forrest.

Overall Winner

Second

Third

Mixed Winners

RUP Mixed

Long Drive Div 1

Long Drive Div 2

Long Drive LJ

NTP Div 1

NTP Div 2

NTP LJ

Robin Passmore

Rob Paxton

Bradyn McEvoy

Glen Munger

Simon Stewart

Simon Stewart

Matt Parish

Missed

Robert Paxton

Lucus Holbrook

Missed

Rick Russell

Mark Dillon

Dion McEvoy

James Smart

Ian Tuohy

Harry Noll

Al Freeth

Sean Quinn

Jessica Richards

Marta Solowski

Tony Forrest

John Murray

Tim Feltus

Jaques

Glen Diemer

55.125

57

57.5

60.25

60.375

Score

WorkPac opens 2011 golf season

ROXBY DOWNS SENIOR BASKETBALL RESULTS

A MEN 29/03/2011Devils 51pts def Rollers 38pts

Tyson Hornhardt 22pts, Rhett Winter 16pts & Lochie Munro 20pts, Jack Rigden 8pts Andamooka 59pts def Magic 47pts

Bodie Kelly, Jamal McKenzie 14pts ea & Tom Marschall 25pts, Wes Knights 8pts MIners 55pts def Chocies 23pts

Brett Chesson, Cody kenny 15pts ea & Barry Dadleh 8pts, Shaun Smith 6pts

B WOMEN 31/03/2011Cougars 41pts def Phoenix 22pts

Kristin Hickey 14pts, Sarah Weston 10pts & Centaine Casserly 12pts

Dynamites forfeited to Eagles.

A WOMEN 31/03/2011Miners Red 41pts drew with Bulls 41pts

Christine Nicholson 18pts, Courtney Sims 12pts & Kara Wedding 17pts, Meagan Crawford 8pts

Hypo’s 54pts def Miners White 25ptsElysiah Mc Carthy 19pts, Maddy Evans 10pts & Kateland Fraser 8pts, Kasiah Barrand

6pts

WHAT’S ON

ROXBY DOWNS’ LUTHERAN CHURCHServices are 10:30 am every Sunday Sunday School is 9:30am every Sunday during term time. (there are no evening services)FAITHWORKS’ CHRISTIAN CHURCHAn Assemblies Church meets every Sunday 10.30 am at Roxby Downs School ChapelKeith Moody Phone: 0414 570 871ST. BARBARA’S PARISH CATHOLIC CHURCH78 Pioneer Drive, St Barbara Ch Roxby DownsSaturday @ 6.00pmSunday @ 9.00amContact Fr Kevin Matthews on Phone 8671 0925ANDAMOOKA COMMUNITY CHURCH1st and 3rd Sundays at 11:00amST MICHAEL CHURCH, WOOMERA2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays at 11:30amROXBY DOWNS CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH•cnr Tutop and Burgoyne Streets •Offi ce: 38 Pioneer DrivePriest: Mary Lewis Ph: 8671 0270 email: m.lewis@bushchurchaid.com.auWorship Services: Saturday 4:00pm KFC (Kids for Christ-during school term) 5:30pm Shared Tea 6:15pm ALL agesSunday 10:00am (with crèche facilities) 2:00pm at Andamooka Healing Service: 6pm on the 2nd Sunday in the monthMidweek Meetings:Tuesday 6am Prayer10am Open Church - coffee, chat & sharing of craftsWednesday 7pm Home GroupThursday 9:30am Know your Bible Study Group Saturday 5pm Youth (12-15 years old)For details on any of the events phone 8671 0270

CHURCH

Community members are welcome to attend any meeting of the Roxby Downs Community Board, Forums and Partnerships - see schedule on the Community Matters page. For more information call Michelle Hales on 8671 0010ROTARY CLUB - ROXBY DISTRICT1st and 3rd Monday of the month For more information contact Sandy Sumsion ph: 0400 366 619ANDAMOOKA OPAL GIRL GUIDESAndamooka Community Hall Mondays from 5:00pm to 7:00pmPhone: 0427 072 710OUTBACK MULTI-CULTURAL GROUPPhone: 8671 2892

COMMUNITY MEETINGS

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MT DARE HOTEL - 8am – 9pm Open every dayOUTBACK COMMUNITY GARDENS - Phone: 8671 2892ROXBY ROAD SAFE - Phone: 8671 2892THE MONITOR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER - 8671 2683

GENERAL INFORMATION

ROXBY DOWNS’ FAMILY PRACTICEPhone: 8671 3231 ROXBY DOWNS’ DENTALDr. Harry Craven Phone: 8671 9031Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pmROXBY DOWNS’ MEDICAL PRACTICEMonday to Friday 9am-5:30pmSaturday & Sunday 2pm-5pm by appointment. Andamooka on Tuesday 9am-12pmPhone: 8671 1900VISITING ALLIED HEALTH SERVICE

Phone: 8648 5500• PODIATRIST - 5th & 6th MayPhone: 8648 5706• DIABETES EDUCATOR - 7th & 8th AprilPhone: 8648 5800• OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - 7th & 8th April• SPEECH PATHOLOGIST - 7th & 8th April• PHYSIOTHERAPIST - 7th & 8th April• COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH WORKER - 7th & 8th April• DIETICIAN - 20th May• CAMHS - 7th & 8th April• PHARMACY - 7th & 8th May• DASSA - 24th June

HEARING SERVICES9:00am-2:30pm Monday to FridayPhone:1800 006 303DOCTOR’S NEW SPECIALISED DRUGPhone: 1800 700 270 (Number for Medicare Use)CRISIS CARE COUNSELLINGUniting Care Wesley Port AugustaRegional Women’s and Children’s Support Serv-ices: 1800 655 716 Crisis care line:13 16 11For immediate response if feeling stressed call 0428 326 529 to speak with a counsellor 24/7BREASTFEEDING ROXBY DOWNS’ GROUP1:30pm - 3:00pm Third Tuesday of the month.At the Roxby Downs Public Library.FREE ENGLISH CLASSESStarting Monday 26th July. Places limited. Mon-days & Tuesdays in Port Augusta. Early registra-tion recommended. Please ring Mandy Hansen for more information on 0457796123.

HEALTH

across the regionVISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE8:30am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday9:00am - 12:00pm Saturday and SundayPhone: 8671 2001CULTURAL & LEISURE PRECINCT - MOVIESTuesday, Friday, Saturday & SundayPhone: 8671 2001ROXBY DOWNS TODDLERS’ STORY TIME 9:30am - 11:00am Tuesday & Thursday (repeated)Meet at Roxby Downs Library during school terms OnlyANDAMOOKA TODDLERS’ STORY TIME10:30am Monday - Fun for 1-4 years. Phone: 8672 7018Meet at Andamooka Community LibraryPLAYGROUP - St. Barbara’s Parish School Tuesday and Wednesday 9am - 10:30amCall School: 8671 3207PLAYGROUP - Roxby Downs Kindergarten9:30am - 11:00am Friday. Contact Kylie 8671 2447 ANDAMOOKA PLAYGROUP 9:00am - 10:00am TuesdayROXBY DOWNS’ HEALTH SERVICES COFFEE MORNING9:30am - 11:00am ThursdayMeet at the Dunes CaféRAPTORS CYCLING CLUB8:00am SundaySocial bike riding group. Meet at Stuart Road roundaboutROXBY DOWNS CHILDCARE6:30am-5:30pm Monday to FridayPhone: 8671 0911ANDAMOOKA CHILDCARE7:30am-5:30pm Monday to FridayROXBY EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY GROUP3 yr old program Mon and Thurs 8.45am -12.15pm4 yr old program Tue 8.45am – 11.45amContact Gail 0439 683 609RDRCCC•Races every 3rd Sunday of the month at the Red Dunes Raceway. Support and sponsors needed for track improvements. For more information please call the Club President, Trent Burton on 0417 235 779 or see our website: www.rdrccc.infoCINEMA AUGUSTA (Pt Augusta)Current Movies: Rango, Hall Pass, The Adjustment Bu-reau, I Am Number 4, Hall Pass. Contact 8648 9999COOBER PEDY OPAL FESTIVALEaster Saturday, April 23 2011, for an action packed weekend of entertainment, live music and celebration. OZ Minerals Oval 1:00pm -10:00pm. Adults $5.00 Children $2.50. For info call Yanni Athanasiadis (08) 8672 5288.MARREE BRONCO BRANDING NATIONALSSunday June 12 and Monday June 13, with the Marree Picnic Races the day before on Saturday June 11.For more info call David Bell on 8675 8203.

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Notice of Road Closure

RICHARDSON PLACESection 33

Road Traffic Act 1961Is hereby given that the Administrator of the Roxby Downs Council on 25 March 2011 made the following orders;

That the Administrator of the Council exercises the power vested in the Administrator under the Roxby Downs (Indenture Ratification) Act 1982 and Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 and Clause F of the instrument of General Approval of the Minister 28 November 1999.

Pursuant to Section 33(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 declare that the event described below is to take place on the road described below is an event to which Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 applies; and

Pursuant to Section 33(1) (a) of the Road Traffic Act 1961, make an order directing that the road on which the event is to be held and any adjacent or adjoining roads specified below can be closed to all traffic except police and emergency vehicles and vehicles involved in the event for the period commencing 5.30am – 7.30am and 10.00am to 12 noon on Monday 25 April 2011.

ROAD: Richardson Place Roxby DownsEVENT: ANZAC DAY CEREMONY

ADJACENT / ADJOINING ROADS: Burgoyne Street, Arcoona Street, Norman PlaceTavern Road, Roxby Downs

Pursuant to Section 33 (1) (b) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 make an order directing that persons taking part in the event be exempted in relation to the road from duty, to observe the Australian Road Rules specified below subject to any conditions described below and attached to the exemption.

Australian Road rules Exemption and ConditionsRule 230: Crossing the road

Rule 234: Crossing the road on or near a crossing for PedestriansRule 238: Pedestrians travelling along the road.

W. J. BoehmAdministrator25 March 2011

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POSITION VACANT

Please submit resume in person to the Manager of Roxby Hourglass Jewellers

Closing date: 15th April

CASUAL

Roxby Hourglass Jewellers is all about ‘team’ and the exciting adventure ahead for us in retail. We are a quality jewellery and giftware store including key international brands like Pandora & Thomas Sabo.

We invite you to challenge yourself and join the “FUN” of working with beautiful jewellery pieces.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

POSITIONS VACANT

POSITION VACANT Customer Service – Casual Relief

Council invites applications from people with experience in customer service to join our team. The position is casual and will work primarily as a relief officer on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 1.30pm to 5.30pm and at other times when existing customer service staff are absent (e.g. holidays, TOIL, sick leave). Hours of work in addition to Wednesday and Thursday afternoons cannot be guaranteed and will fluctuate according to need.As a Customer Service Officer you will be part of a team that is the first point of contact with residents, ratepayers and the general public. We are seeking applications from enthusiastic individuals who thrive in delivering high quality customer service.We are looking for people who have had recent experience working in a front counter/reception environment but also have the capacity to undertake a variety of administrative tasks.Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Roxby Downs Council Enterprise Agreement (2010) and classified at a level of 2 or 3 depending on skills and experience. Local government experience is not essential but applicants with strong communication and administrative skills will be highly regarded.Written applications addressed to the Administrator must be submitted by the closing date and consist of a formal application letter and a Resume.Applications may be sent by:• Post to the Roxby Downs Council Office, PO Box 124 Richardson Place, Roxby

Downs SA 5725 or• Email: roxby@roxbycouncil.com.auFurther enquiries may be directed to Michelle Hales, Manager Community Development, Governance and Strategic Support on 8671 0010.Applications close 12 noon Monday 2 May 2010.

Bill BoehmAdministrator

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SPORTMonitorThe

Swimming club presentations

Time Improvement Trophy1st Matthew Lowe;

2nd Eugene Van Niekerk and Logan Casserly; 3rd Julia Weltner and Kristi Jackson.

Scratch Points AwardMale – 1st Matthew Lowe;

2nd Will Abbott; 3rd Eugene Van Niekerk.

Female – 1st Julia Weltner; 2nd Caitlin Abbott;

3rd Centaine Casserly.

Handicap Points AwardMale – 1st Logan Casserly;

2nd Matthew Lowe; 3rd Eugene Van Niekerk.

Female – 1st Georgia Greenfi eld; 2nd Talana Jackson; 3rd Billie Jo Beenham.

Time Trial Points AwardMale

Black Squad – Matthew LoweGreen Squad – Eugene Van Niekerk and Angus Harrison

White Squad – Joshua Bedding

Female Black Squad – Rebecca Longmire and Laura O’Sullivan

Green Squad – Emily ParkerWhite Squad – Alyssa Parker

Coaches AwardWhite Squad – Alyssa Parker

Green Squad – Angus HarrisonBlack Squad – Caitlin Abbott

Life Membership Tori, Tony and Billy McGauchie

Above: Tori and Tony McGauchie & Billy Weltner were

presented with Life Memberships at the Roxby Downs Swimming Club presentations

New committee members elected at the swimming club AGM last week

THE MONITOR – Your Community Newspaper www.themonitor.com.au Wednesday, April 6, 2011 – Page 19

By Millie Thomas

L ast year’s premiership winning team, the Roxby Downs Miners had quite a milestone year last year.

Not only did they win the 2010 premiership and celebrate their 25 year anniversary, they also continued to recognise players who had reached 50 games with the club.

Last year, three players – Todd Roberts, Kain Zeptner and Steve Kaminski reached 50 games, the year before, Spencer Crafter and Jack Orr. Th e list goes on, to reach an incredible list of eight players who have moved up through the ranks

together, to now representing the Club’s senior team.

Todd Roberts grew up in Roxby Downs before heading to boarding school in Adelaide for a couple of years. Upon his return to Roxby in 2006, Todd jumped right back into playing footy for the Roxby Downs Miners, playing his 50th game in round 9 last year. “It was pretty special, a highlight in my career so far,” said Todd of his 50th game. “Th e supporters put up a big banner for me and did the typical 50 game celebration thing. It was a special game. We played Hornridge, and won the game comfortably!”

Todd said that the decision to come back and play for Roxby was an easy one.

“It’s because of the people at the club,” started

Todd. “It’s a really tight knit club, with a lot of family support and everyone always gets behind us.

“All of my friends play there as well; it really was an easy club to choose when I got back from boarding school.”

Todd explained that ever since starting footy in the Junior League, the core group of players has always stayed the same. “I think it’s because of the whole friendship thing,” he said. “We’re a very young football side and most of the young lads that play have all gone to school together and come through the ranks that way.

“We played together in junior footy and we’ve all come through as one big group, and we’ve all kind of stuck together, like we’ve always done and we’ve just chosen to play for Roxby because it’s a nice, friendly family club. As well as being successful!

Todd has now fi nished his apprenticeship and is unsure of what the future holds, but knows for sure who he will play for while living in Roxby…

“If I stay in town I will always play for Roxby Districts, but I’ll just see how I go!” he said. “Just take one game at a time because you never know what could happen through injuries.”

Todd implores the younger generations in the club to stick it out with the Miners.

“Stay focused,” he said. “Take each game on its own merits. Stay fi t and healthy and make

sure you enjoy the game, that’s the main thing... Winning and enjoying it!”

Jonathan Chislett, Roxby Districts Club President, is heading into his fi fth season being involved with the game, and second season in the Club’s presidency position. He attributes the achievement of the long standing Roxby players to junior development. “A lot of the guys who have played 50 games have come up through the junior football I think, and it might be a credit to the way the junior footy is run and how that aligns with the senior footy club,” he said.

He also pointed out that the stability of the apprenticeships that most of the 50 game play-ers have gone through helps them stay in this otherwise transient town.

“For me, it’s just a great place to be,” he said. “A great place to be a member. Our footy club gels pretty well - they are a good bunch of guys.”

He also maintains that the sustainability of the players and the club’s success boils down to the ongoing support of the sponsors.

“I doubt we’d even be able to put a team on the park without sponsors,” said Jon. “We rely on our sponsors for all of our fi nancial activity really, so from buying uniforms and guernseys to getting the team up to Coober Pedy each year to after training barbecues.

“Even celebrating last year’s grand fi nal when we went out to paint the Stobie pole – the paint costs money, everything we do costs money and we rely very heavily on our sponsors for that.”

This year’s sponsors include Chislett Developments, which is Jon’s parent’s business. Jon said that while sponsorship is generally hard to come by, Chislett Developments were happy to throw out a helping hand.

“We’re all out looking for sponsorship its not that easy to come by,” he said. “Mum and Dad came down and have seen a couple of games and really enjoyed it.

“They expressed an interest in coming on board as a sponsor after attending games and club functions.”

Jon went on to say that the iconic families such as the Kaminski’s, Steinhauser’s and Ryan’s (amongst many others!), the ones who have been involved in the club for years, really welcomed in his parents and helped cement their decision.

“It’s a pretty friendly sort of atmosphere and I think they were welcomed by just about every-body in the club. Th ey liked what they saw, they enjoyed watching the game and thought it was reasonable footy.”

Main sponsor Exact Mining Services as well as Kellan Training, Raine and Horne, Transfi eld Services and Chislett Developments have all stuck around, exemplifying their faith in the club. “I’d like to thank the sponsors for their ongoing support.”

Miners stick together through the levelsMiners stick together through the levels

Under 12 Boys

Under 12 Girls

Under 14 girls

Under 15 Boys

Under 17 Girls

Under 18 Boys & Girls

Coaches Awards 2010 / 2011

Jaiden BryantBrodie CadenJake GotchMatt Lowe

Matilda CorbyKeeley fl avelJade RudigerDemi McKay

Renee wurfelLaura O’Sullivan

Jessica BrindAmelia Hancock

Jake ZeptnerJake Male

Andy JonesCaleb Grohs

Joel SmithSebastian Kerrish

Morgan RiggAkala Kittle

Hannah RigdenZoey Male

Cameron BurtonEthan Zeptner

Natahn RainsfordDarcy Kenny

Bailey FrenchMatt Lamb

Jack DalgleishLucas Johnson / Joel Longmire

Miranda SyvertsenHayley Wurfel

Lucy PriorEmily o’Sullivan / Kirsty Viljoen

Millie ClarkeAmy Rigg

Madeline YoungWhitney Chinner

Jack RigdenMilan NikolicShaun King

Layton WestonJackson Millard

Matthew HayballHannah WurfelErika SyvertsenMadison Evans

Zoey Male

Bowde Kelly Ethan Zeptner / Jaydn Brind

Dylan MaleJordan Dadleh

Team MVP

Th e Roxby Desert Moto X club had a member-ship sign up, come ride n’ try day last Saturday to invite paticipating present and new members to the track.

A free sausage sizzle and beverages were pro-vided and the weather turned up too to make it a perfect day.

“It was great to see such a variety of people out there from little kids just learning the basics to the senior guys like Riley Graham doing “heel clickers and whips” over the 110ft tabletop,” said Motocross Club President, Clint Gow-Smith. “Th is was truly great day of free entertainment for everyone.

“It is just great to see so many people out here. We’ve signed up around 15 new family member-ships which bring 50 or 60 more people to our club, through mums and dads and kids that ride.

“Many of our current members were there to resign also, which is important as look to really grow our club in the coming years and keep people interested in Motocross/enduro riding,” he said.

With a variety of ages and skill levels it was a great day for all, with up to 10 or so kids riding the kids track at one stage and similar numbers on the senior track.

“Th e younger ones really enjoy it more when

there’s more kids to ride with, and its a great so-cial place for parents as well,” said Clint.

“We can’t do these sort of days without the sup-port of our members and sponsors and special thanks to Kurt, Riley, Locky and co for cleaning up on Friday, and to the Committee for their eff orts throughout Saturday. Special thanks to Coates Hire for the toilets, and Th e Monitor for their on-going support of community events and sporting clubs,” Clint added.

Th e Roxby Desert Moto X club is planning another ride day/camp out for end of May, but need to have some working bees between now and then.

Clint added, “we really encourage everyone to come along, get involved, have a snag and a bever-age and help improve our facilities and tracks for everyone to enjoy.”

Th e lock on the gate has now been changed so if your looking to resign or join for the fi rst time, annual membership is $120 and you require am-bulance cover/private health insurance.

Please contact Clint Gow-Smith 0447 717 871, Travis Brougham 0458 285 131 or Damian Flavel on 0407 892 421 to sign up or for more informa-tion or go to Roxby Desert Moto X club on Face-book to see more.

Motocross open day attracts new members

JUNIOR BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION AND MOST VALUABLE PLAYER RESULTS

Kurt Murray and Riley Graham impressed spectators last Saturday

The Andamooka Football Club is seeking expressions of interest for a headtrainer and other football support staff for the 2011 season.If you are interested, please direct all enquiries to:

Ian Tuouhy,President of Andamooka Football Club

PO Box 65Roxby Downs 5725

Phone 0408 925 854

Expressions of interest:

Head TrainerSupport Staff

MVP

Runner Up

Jack Dagleish

Matt Lamb

Hayley Wurfel

Lucy Prior

Maddy Young

Amy Rigg

Shaun King

Jack Rigden

Zoey Male

Erika Syvertsen

Bowde Kelly

Jordan Dadleh

U12 Boys U12 Girls U14 Girls U15 Boys U17 Girls U18 Boys & Girls

Jack Dagleish did exceptionally well on the weekend

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Under 16 boys Country Basketball Champions

Roxby Downs Junior Basketballers again came to the top of a Statewide competition last week when the Under 16 Boys came home with the championship pennant eminating the feats of the the Under 18 girls the previous week.

Scores from the tournament Roxby Downs 35 to Mt Gambier 43Roxby Downs 45 to Whyalla 48Roxby Downs 55 to Barossa Valley

25Roxby Downs 43 to Mildura 26

(Quarter fi nal)Roxby Downs 47 to Broken Hill 26

(semi fi nal)Roxby Downs 45 to Pt Augusta 29

(grand fi nal)Th e Under 16 Girls team also put in

a very strong performance during the tournament making it right through to the preliminary fi nals. Unfortunately they were not successful in this game and bowed out of the competition af-ter gaining some valuable state experi-ence.

A big thanks is extended to Katica Cockshell for coaching the girls.

Th e Under 12 boys also played in the Div 3 grand fi nal but lost. Th ey had a great carnival. A big thanks to Ali Knights for coaching.

Th e under 12 girls also played on the weekend. Even though they didn’t win they were competitive and had a good time A big thanks to Madison Evans for coaching.

Under 16 girls are Back line Danni Weir, Erika Syvertsen, Hannah Rigden, Hannah Wurfel

FRONT: Charlee Dalgleish, Zoey Male, Morgan Rigg, Maddy Young

Back: Darcy Kenny, Joel Young, Wes Knights(coach), Ethan Zeptner, Adam Ryan, Jaydn Brind

Front: Jordan Christall, Shaun King, Toby Smith, Bailey Evans. A big thanks to Wes Knights for coaching

A great grand fi nal day. Congratulations to the play-ers and umpires - a job well done and congratulations to the trophy winners. Th e Roxby Downs Association would like to thank the sponsors York Civil, Gadeleta Steel Fabrication, Bank SA, Logicamms, Olympic Dam Precision Engineering, Rema Tip Top, Boomsherrin, MPS, ULG, Auto Pro, Raine and Horne, Roxby Pharmacy, Olympic Dam Transport. We would like to thank all the umpires throughout the season and a special mention to all the Junior umpires who umpired more than half the games throughout the season

A big thankyou to all the coaches and Association coaches- A special thankyou to Wes Knights who has put so much time and energy into the DNSP squad and getting our basketballers to the next level in skills.

A special mention must go to our state players Shaun King, Bailey Evans, Adam Ryan, Darcy Kenny and Ethan Zeptner. Darcy and Ethan have been selected for the Nationals training squad.

A big thankyou to all parents that helped out throughout the season with scoring, time keeping, umpiring and washing of the Guernseys

Last but not least a big thankyou to our tireless committee - a job well done.

We would love to see more people volunteering their services and join the committee at the next AGM Look for the date in weeks to come.

UNDER 15 BOYSThunder 49 points defeated

V Cavaliers 45 points Best on Court Jack Ridgen (Thunder)

UNDER 18 BOYS & GIRLS

Eagles 49 points defeated Hornets 35 points

Best on Court Joel Young (Eagles)

UNDER 17 GIRLSPistons 47 points defeated

Panthers 38 points Best on Court Danni Weir (Pistons)

UNDER 12 GIRLSMagic 38 points defeated

Phoenix 29 points Best on Court Lucy Prior (Magic)

UNDER 14 GIRLSMagic 36 points defeated

V Flames 31 points Best on Court Renee

Wurfel (Magic)

UNDER 12 BOYSLakers 35 points defeated

Bulls 23 points Best on Court Jack Dalgleish (Lakers)

More on Page 19...

JUNIOR BASKETBALL GRAND FINAL RESULTSJUNIOR BASKETBALL GRAND FINAL RESULTS

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RIO Rated G Duration 96 mins.

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THE KINGS SPEECH Rated M Duration 118 mins.

Tickets > Coming Soon > The Adjustment Bureau (M), Rango (PG)

The story of King George VI of Britain, his impromptu ascension to the throne and the speech therapist who helped the unsure monarch become worthy of it. Stars Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Carter. Screens: Friday 8th April @ 7.30pm, Tuesday 12th April @ 7pm.

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Friday 8th April

Roxby Leisure Auditorium

Blue light Disco @ Roxby Leisure Auditorium7 > 8:30pm, $5 EntryLive Hip Hop Showcase from Valda Inglis School of Dance

FREE! Outdoor Movie Screening of Juno (Rated M)8 > 10pm @ Lions Skate Park

Saturday 9th AprilTHESE ARE DRUG & ALCOHOL FREE EVENTS