NOVEMBER / DECEMBER

2010

VOLUME 28, ISSUE 5

In a recent Ink Pot drama production at the Mt Barker Town Hall,

several children from Nairne joined with other children from the

surrounding districts to re-create the

story of Jumping Mouse. In this Na-

tive American tale, a little mouse

leaves the security of her home and

friends to find the source of a rushing

sound she can hear. When she finds

the river, which is the source of the

sound, she is inspired by a frog to

travel even further afield. On her jour-

ney, she meets a number of different

creatures and through her acts of kind-

ness, the animals in their turn are able

to help her reach her goal. Finally, she

finds herself transformed from mouse

into eagle, and as she soars in the sky

she sees life in a new way.

The production, by the drama group

aged 7—11 years and directed by Jo-anne Sarre, was an intricate mix

of narration, singing and superb acting, with music in native Ameri-

can tones by Paul Cleaver and Morgan Taubert. It was a wonderful

performance!

Newsletter of the Nairne and Districts Residents Association

Nairne News ABN 23 839 112 074

$1

Inside this issue:

Meet the Councillors for

the Council Elections

4

New Ink Pot Arts Drama

production

10

Nairne Primary School

Chess champions

16

Christmas events around

Nairne

18

Open Gardens in the

Hills

19

Commonwealth Gold

medallist

26

Children inspire with their creative ability.

Photos Kirstie Aylett

Hello to you and ‗hello‘ to the lovely spring weather we are enjoying as I write this. Welcome again to

this space; and to those of you who are reading this in the ever improving Nairne News, a special wel-

come - and my encouragement to you to have your say. Please consider sharing your news and stories

with us and perhaps joining NDRA to strengthen your voice and ours in supporting our town. One

suggestion recently has been that we might like to share a festive season lunch or dinner at Chingari or

Zigi Zaga. Sounds good to me, so please let us know if you are interested: ndra@live.com.au or phone

myself on 8388 0105.

This month NDRA has been especially proactive in providing a community voice – via the Meet the

Candidates meeting on October 20 at the school. Many thanks to Simon Martin, Cathy Smallridge and

Clive Pay for planning, organising and setting up this event, and to Jo-anne Sarre and Therese Ok-

kerse for their help on the night. Three Mayoral candidates and eight contenders for North Ward

Councillor positions told us of their backgrounds, aspirations as councillors and emphases for repre-

senting North Ward. One existing councillor was unavoidably detained elsewhere. For those who were

not able to get to the meeting but would like to ‗meet the candidates‘, see pages 5—7 of this issue for

their profiles and the link to information online.

I really do hope that we can be proactive in selecting a strong voice for Nairne in local government,

which is our immediate link to the bigger picture. Issues identified on the night as of special impor-

tance to Nairne included traffic management, especially the Woodside Road/Princes Highway inter-

section; a greater share of the capital spending for Nairne; the future of the old railway buildings; and

plans for the use of land and building in Nairne.

Other news – NDRA has applied to the Volunteer Support Fund for a computer for Nairne News and

other NDRA business – we are awaiting the outcome of this; Cathy was successful in obtaining a

‗Publisher‘ package to assist with production of the Nairne News and has established a committee for

working on this. Thanks to Cathy, Cheryl Bawhey and Jo Parkinson for their continued contributions.

Jo‘s proofreading skills are amazing. If you need proofreading services, she has now started her own

proofreading business (ph 0408 424 130).

The Department of Environment and Heritage Community Action grants are open at the moment for

those of you who may interested in pursuing this. Applications close 19 November 2010. See http://

www.nrm.gov.au/publications/factsheets/cag-2010-11-factsheet.html

And last, but by no means least, the fantastic new Nairne website which Richard Hirstle has kindly

developed: http://www.nairne.org.au/. This provides a great opportunity to share information more

widely and I‘m sure you‘ll enjoy the developments to date.

Best wishes to everyone and hoping to

see you at the next NDRA meeting on

17 November 7 pm at the Nairne Insti-

tute, Main Road, Nairne. Jo-anne

Sarre from Ink Pot Arts will speak on

events and opportunities in the Arts.

NAIRNE AND DISTRICTS RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION (NDRA)

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Message from the President

Jenni Adams

President, NDRA

PO Box 416

Nairne

SA 5252

ndra@live.com.au

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Celebrate at ZIGI ZAGA Restaurant !!

By Tania Windle

Zigi Zaga is an ideal place for Christmas, New Year, an anniversary, birthday or party. Celebrate in style and ele-gance at a venue not to be missed. This restaurant is the latest addition from Kamal Verma, offering fine food in the charming Adelaide Hills. BOOK NOW for your Christmas and New Year functions to avoid missing out, as places are filling fast. Zigi Zaga is located next to Ka-mal‘s much loved „Chingari Restaurant: Divine Indian Cuisine‟ in the Main Street of Nairne, and is a very wel-come addition to the Hills restaurant scene.

For those not familiar with Kamal‘s credentials, he has worked in numerous five star restaurants including Shera-ton Essen and Frankfurt‘s Sheraton Zurich as well as Stei-genberger Dusseldorf. Closer to home, Kamal was the ex-ecutive chef for the Hyatt Adelaide until 2006 when he hung up his corporate apron and opened Chingari as a fam-ily owned and operated business.

Declaring „fine European cuisine‟ Zigi Zaga certainly deliv-ers on its promise, with dishes everyone has heard of but hasn‘t had the pleasure to experience. Classic dishes such as Lobster Thermidor, Crêpe Suzette, Chateaubriand, Duck-ling à l'orange, Beef Wellington and Bomb Alaska are on offer and all at unheard of prices. Generously portioned and exquisitely well presented meals compliment the experi-ence, leaving patrons with a satisfied belly and purse.

The restaurant‘s décor is sophisticated and stylish, yet re-laxed and comfortable – no pretences here. The seating ar-rangement is cosy and quiet with a number of seating op-tions available, including intimate 2-seat tables in out-of-the-way rooms.

Kamal greets his customers during their dining which com-plements the friendly atmosphere and impeccable service by waiting staff.

As Kamal explained “We wanted to bring fine dining out (of the city) to the Hills people”. To my delight he has chosen Nairne to do it. As a frequent patron of Chingari, I was thrilled to be in-vited to write an article for the Nairne News and, in the process, experience five star dining 5 minutes from home.

If Kamal made the „Hills change‟ to live a simpler and quieter life, the popularity of Chingari‘s and now Zigi Zaga has put a hold on that. Both restaurants are busy throughout the week so bookings are recommended.

Opening hours for Zigi Zaga are lunch (11.30am to 3pm) Friday to Sunday. Dinner (from 5pm) Wednesday to Monday. Closed Tuesdays. 2 Leith Street Nairne.

Phone 8388 6996 Email: zigizaga@bigpond.com.au

Website: www.zigizaga.com.au

NAIRNE NEWS PAGE 4

A public forum to meet the candidates for the upcoming local elections for North Ward coun-

cillors and the mayor, was held on Wednesday 20th October at 7.30pm. The meeting was held

in the Nairne Primary School Hall and nearly all candidates were able to attend. Each candi-

date was given 5 minutes to speak and then the audience were given time to question the can-

didate on their speech or to ask other questions. Five minutes is not a lot of time and each can-

didate approached it differently, which gave not only an insight into their views on matters af-

fecting the district and Nairne, but also a glimpse of who they are as people. This became more

evident when they were questioned for up to 5 minutes by the audience.

The evening was organised by the Nairne and Districts Residents Association, and was well at-

tended by residents who asked many very relevant questions about what had and, more impor-

tantly, what had not been done in Nairne in the last 4 years. The candidates had been sent a

briefing note before the evening so they were prepared to comment on the following –

Do you want houses down to Bald Hills Road?

Are you happy with the traffic arrangements near the primary school?

Should Nairne push for a greater share of the council‘s capital works budget, eg for more

footpaths?

Should NDRA seek regular high level meetings with the council regarding matters affect-

ing Nairne?

Is pedestrian/cycle safety along North

Road an issue?

Do you want the old railway shed reno-

vated?

Should Woodside Road train crossing

have boom gates?

At the end of the meeting the audience were

asked by one of the NDRA volunteers to vote

on the above points. This gave the candi-

dates the chance to understand the views of

the audience, especially those who had not

asked questions. NDRA committee members

took note of the voting patterns and will use

this as the basis for a mandate to act upon in

the next 4 years.

If you did not attend but would like to ex-

press your views please email

NDRA@live.com.au or come to the next

meeting on 17th November in the Nairne In-

stitute.

Most importantly – DON‘T FORGET TO

VOTE – by November 12th, 2010. Every vote

counts, especially when the number of votes

received can be quite low. Sometimes as

many as 200 votes can make a difference.

Pre-election ‘Meet the Candidates’ forum well attended

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Mount Barker local elections—Mayoral candidates.

Brian Haddy

As your Mayor, I will be strongly pro-community, striving to make our towns and countryside better places to live

and work and easier for small businesses to thrive. Retaining our semi-rural character, seeking better public trans-

port and parking, enhancing our cultural and recreation facilities, developing more creative opportunities for the dis-

trict's youth, and strongly promoting our agricultural products will be priorities. I also believe in transparent Council

decision making and genuine public consultation. I have lived in Mt Barker since 1993 with my wife and family;

worked in science, health and conservation community organisations; owned an organic store; been very involved in

local sporting and community organisations; and been a passionate promoter of sustainable lifestyles. I believe we

have a great opportunity to make us all proud of what this region has to offer, growing in a manageable way that en-

riches our way of life.

Ann Ferguson

Mayor 2006-2010. Councillor DC of Mount Barker 1991-2003. Chair Regional Development Aust, AH, F & KI 2009-

present. Director Police Credit Union 1992-present. Life member Mt Barker Agricultural Society. Deputy Chair of

Southern Hills Local Government Association (SHLGA). I have had the privilege and honour to be your representa-

tive of Council as Mayor for the past four years. I have been your ambassador at the Local level on Council, Regional

level as Chair of RDA, and Deputy Chair of SHLGA, State level on Regional Community Consultative Council, Nation-

ally and Internationally through RDA. We need to continue to consult with the ratepayer and consumers and encour-

age them, whenever possible, to be part of the decision making process. Sport Recreation, Art and Culture is a good

insurance policy of our future health. We need good infrastructure and community services and an energetic ap-

proach to human needs. We are the jewel of the State.

Michael Bails

As an employed professional with a young family, a home and a mortgage, Michael Bails has a real understanding of

all the challenges and the joys of living and raising a family in the District. With a proven track record of common-

sense solutions and a fresh energetic approach to the business of Council, Michael's actions speak louder than words.

In serving our District as Deputy Mayor for the last 3 years, Michael has demonstrated his ability to lead the Council

and to advance the interests of our community in an engaging, respectful manner. His re-appointment as Deputy 3

years in a row, is a measure of his support and the respect of his peers. By electing Michael Bails as Mayor, you can be

confident of an energetic leader and a hardworking advocate for your community. (see www.bails.net.au for details)

Some of the candidates have provided a more detailed statement under the ―Candidates‖ tab at

http://www.lgcandidates.sa.gov.au/

Mount Barker local elections—Mayoral candidates.

The community elects their Council Members every four (4) years. The next elections for all SA Councils will be held in November 2010. All Council elections are conducted using postal voting. Ballot papers were sent out by the Electoral

Commissioner between Monday 25th and Friday 29th Octo-ber 2010. Voting papers may also be reissued in person at the Customer Services Centre of the Council, at the Homemaker

Centre, 6 Dutton Road, Mount Barker.

Ballot papers must be completed and returned to the Council's returning officer by 5pm on Friday 12

November 2010.

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Samantha Hardman

Having studied such subjects as Economics and

Housing toward a Bachelor of Applied Science in

Consumer Science at RMIT, I worked in Research

and Development under Royal Warrant. I then

managed investments and have spent the last

four years working in the administration of chari-

ties and not-for-profit organisations including

being on the Board of the Independent Arts

Foundation, responsible for incoming funds and

outgoing grants provided to aspiring Adelaide

Artists, more recently with the setting up of the

Adelaide Hills Carer Wellness Centre and its

Committee this year. I greatly enjoy living and

parenting in Littlehampton and am deeply com-

mitted to the residents and traders of this unique

Hills district having their voice heard in this time

of critical change, in order for the Council to

make decisions reflecting our community's opin-

ions. I am here to hear your concerns and dedi-

cated to reaching resolution for you.

Jeff Bettcher

Retired Director of Arts SA (the umbrella or-

ganisation to the North Terrace Cultural Insti-

tutions of the Art Gallery of SA, the SA Mu-

seum, the State Library and the History Trust

of SA) responsible for the provision of financial,

human resource, and building maintenance

services to these organisations. Having recently

built our retirement home in Hahndorf I wish

to give something back to our community. An

Adelaide Hills resident for 35 years, a qualified

accountant (Fellow of the Society of Certified

Practising Accountants) and holder of a busi-

ness management degree, I have served on a

Hills Hospital Board, the Board of Access Cabs,

and have represented previous Ministers for

the Arts on various arts boards. I do not have

any political ambitions or business interest in

the community. I seek only to assist the com-

munity in improving amenity and services.

Simon Westwood

I am Simon Westwood, 47, married with four

children. With the support of my family and

friends in the Hahndorf community, I want to

be your voice on our Council. I chose to live in

Hahndorf, join the CFS, and be elected as the

brigade President, spend time on the Commu-

nity Association, and take an active interest in

our town and our area. If successful, I will fight

for sustainable, well-planned and, most impor-

tantly, sensitive development, which is sup-

ported by complementary growth in infrastruc-

ture, maintaining the lifestyle and character of

Hahndorf and the district - the reasons we live

here. I will lobby for a second pedestrian cross-

ing on Main St, along with a heavy vehicle ring

route around Hahndorf. I will strive to improve

employment opportunities and State Govern-

ment services for our area. Most of all, I will

listen and do my best to answer questions put

to me.

Andrew James Phillips

Living on 53 acres in Callington, I appreciate

the rural lifestyle offered by the Mt Barker dis-

trict and would support any efforts by Council

to safeguard the quality of life we enjoy. I would

like to see increased cooperation between local

and state government to facilitate economic

growth in the region, before any consideration

to increase our population. I would also seek

further representation by Council on behalf of

North Ward residents on issues such as postal

services for Nairne and outlying areas and in-

creased transportation options. Personal de-

tails: born in the Murraylands in 1966, married

with two sons and two daughters. Occupation:

Retail store manager. (Studies in both Agricul-

ture and International Business/Export).

North Ward Councillors

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David Skey

Over the years many people from the commu-

nity have approached me about running for

council. After a lot of consideration, I have de-

cided to nominate for the upcoming election. I

have lived in the Nairne area for over 30 years

and have been actively involved in the commu-

nity. If elected, I will strive to ensure the coun-

cil makes sound choices that reflects what the

community wants, and endeavour to make it a

better place to live. My aim is to improve our

environment and ensure the wider community

has a fair input in the decision making process.

I will make myself available to listen to your

concerns and attempt to provide reasonable

solutions. I am a small business operator and

understand the importance of supporting the

local business.

Kathy Brazher-De Laine

I first visited the district 23 years ago. Eight

months later I moved to Mt Barker from Syd-

ney. Moving to Mt Barker was an easy decision;

I was looking for somewhere to raise my family.

We lived in Mt Barker for eight years before

buying a 50 acre property near Dawesley,

where we still reside. My children went to local

Hills schools, where they learnt that they were

part of a close-knit community and that they

had a responsibility to that community, a view

that I strongly agree with. I work for a national

retailer and hold the position of General Mer-

chandise Manager in the Mt Barker store. I am

currently an Elected Member of Council and

would like you to give me the privilege to con-

tinue to represent you in this position. I hope to

keep representing our community and thank

you for your support.

Trevor Corbell

A retired senior Federal government advisor

and an advocacy officer for a not-for-profit dia-

betes support organisation, in 2006 I came

home to SA to live in Nairne. Active in a num-

ber of local issues, on a personal level I've pur-

sued with the Mt Barker Council continuing

safety problems at the Woodside Rd/Prince's

Hwy junction in Nairne and the saving of the

historic Nairne Railway Station stone goods

store. I have prepared submissions on the 30-

Year Plan, the now cancelled Paddy's Hill mo-

bile phone tower and the proposed Bald Hills

Rd freeway interchange. I am a member of the

Nairne & Districts Residents Association and a

JP. I'd like to contribute more to the commu-

nity, both urban and rural, in which I now live.

I understand how the 'processes' work and, as a

North Ward councillor, would be an energetic

and effective link between you and Council.

Lyn Stokes

I am a resident of Callington, an elected mem-

ber of Council, actively involved with several

community groups. It's become increasingly

more attractive to live in the Hills; our journey

to Adelaide is much easier because of the free-

way and we now need another interchange to

reduce traffic having to pass through the centre

of Mt Barker. New development must be well

designed and balanced as to not impose on its

neighbours, at the same time giving considera-

tion to the environment and heritage character-

istics of the district. As a member of this com-

munity you are important, by electing local

people to represent you in local government.

Being available and willing to listen helps me to

stay in touch and understand different views

present in our community, this is valuable in

decision making in council. I am seeking your

support to continue that commitment.

North Ward Councillors

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HOW CAN BUYING RAFFLE TICKETS HELP FIGHT URBAN SPRAWL?

URBAN SPRAWL IN MT BARKER

Many of you will be aware of the Mt Barker growth issue, with government plans for expanding Mt Barker's population by another 30,000 (an increase from 12,000 to 42,000) in the next 15 years, and the rezoning of high-quality farming land to build houses on. Despite an unprece-dented 500+ individual submissions opposing the Government's plans and a record five public meetings where the community voiced their concerns, Minister Holloway has indicated that the Government does not intend to let the citizens of Mt Barker stand in the way of development!

AND ELSEWHERE

Similar situations are occurring in Gawler, the Barossa Valley and the Southern Vales. This is not just a local issue but is relevant to all South Australians because it goes to the heart of the type of planning system and democracy we want. Lack of community consultation seems to be a hall-mark of the current State government.

There are impacts on water and food security - do we want new development that is totally reliant on the River Murray, and the loss of prime food producing areas close to Adelaide markets? Do we want the irreversible loss of Adelaide's beautiful and productive surrounds? What type of city do we want - endless urban sprawl with carbon costs from commuting or a livable and sustainable city? Is there a role for councils if they can't help plan for their own backyard?

COMMUNITY OPPOSITION – GROWING DAILY

Stop Urban Sprawl (SUS), with support from community groups including the Mt Barker & Dis-trict Residents Association and the Mayo Greens, is a group that is fighting this move.

SUS want sustainable and fairer planning outcomes across South Australia. Our walk and rally on October 30/31 was just the beginning. All we need to continue the fight are helpers and some funding.

RAFFLE TICKETS + YOU = FUNDING

We have a great raffle which will be drawn, hopefully by the new mayor, on Sunday November 14th at our Mt Barker Drive‘n‘Jive event at Wistow Hall at 1 pm, where we will have music by the fabulous Fiddle Chicks, food and wine. To see the threatened farmlands for yourself, join us at Wallis Cinema car park in Mount Barker at 11.30am on November 14th for a tour.

To buy tickets, see our website:

www.stopurbansprawl.net for details of the

events, our fantastic raffle prizes, which include

paintings by renowned local artists, wine and

other goodies; and merchandise - SUS have

stickers, T-shirts and corflute signs for sale.

You can also find us on Facebook at Stop Urban

Sprawl Mount Barker. People without internet

access can order tickets and merchandise by

ringing 8339 5639 after hours.

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Lions Club of Nairne & Districts Inc

Please address all correspondence to the Secretary

PO Box 57

NAIRNE S.A. 5252

nairnelion@adam.com.au

President‘s Mobile: 0412 823 752

LIONS CAROLS BY THE LAKE

BYTHORNE PARK, WOODSIDE ROAD

Friday, December 3, 2010, 6.00pm to 10.00pm

Are you organised?

Lions Club of Nairne & Districts are well on the way to getting this extravaganza happening.

We have had a great response from local business, Mt Barker Council and many community groups. All we need is some perfect weather! And your attendance for a great family event.

NAIRNE RAILWAY STATION

With the onset of spring weather, you may have noticed a general clean up, grass cutting / slash-ing of the surrounds to the station area. External painting of the building is foremost in our minds at this time of year and will be attended to over time.

However, we are being hampered in our endeavours to upgrade the sta-tion area due to vandalism and graf-fiti. We ask all residents to keep a look out for wayward individuals with nothing else to do and ………… be law abiding in stopping them!

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Lions are once again proud to be associ-ated with the Callington Show (Sunday, October 31, 2010) - please support the Callington community with their upcom-ing show.

Any unwanted spectacles and hearing aids may be left at our recycling shed in the main street. They are sorted and distrib-uted to the needy in third world countries, benefitting many.

We gratefully accept all paper, cardboard and bottles for our recycling project. Please deposit items at our depot in the main street. Help us support the various community groups within our district.

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The Arts

While 20th Century Fox are about to launch their lat-

est film in the Chronicles of Narnia, local company

Ink Pot Arts Inc are thrilled to present their ver-

sion of the rollicking voyage on the high seas The

Voyage of the Dawn Treader, by C S Lewis.

Lucy, Edmund and their ―horrid‖ cousin Eustace join

with Caspian and crew in his quest to find the lost

Lords of Narnia. They are plunged into a whirlwind

adventure, battling storms, brewing magic, fighting

slave traders and even meeting a dragon!

Local drama students have been working hard to get

this rich and exciting theatre production shipshape

for the enjoyment of one and all! So come and sup-

port these creative young people in our community

and Ink Pot Arts Inc, a not-for-profit organisation

supporting the arts in your local area.

Directed by Bindi Blacher, this show highlights the

talents of musical director Sonya Mellor, with cameo

performances by Ink Pot's circus students, younger

drama group and the Gathering Wave (all-comers)

Choir.

The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

Atelier Theatre, Cornerstone College, Mt Barker

(Adelaide Road). Friday 5th November 7pm, Satur-

day 6th November 2pm & 7pm. Adult $15, conces-

sion $10. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: 8388 0353 or

quill@inkpot.com.au

Local Theatre Group Ready to Set Sail!

Internationally-renowned Silvio Apponyi and his

colleagues will be exhibiting sculptures for sale,

gardening expert Sophie Thompson will be giving a

talk on water-wise gardens (2pm, 21st November)

and Food Connect founder Simon Martin will be

giving a compost-making demonstration (2pm,

20th November). Our sponsor Janesce will be pro-

viding some raffle prizes and founder Jan Smith

will be there to give holistic skin care advice. Re-

freshments will also be available to purchase.

7 Shakes Road, Nairne. 10am-4pm Saturday 20th

and Sunday 21st November 2010. $6 (children un-

der 12 free)

Art and Earth

Weaverworks Art Emporium, located on Dutton Road, Mt Barker (just before the Homemaker Centre and opposite the Steamranger yards) stocks quality and professional artist supplies and offers a range of art classes for adults, youth and children.

Specialist workshops, such as mosaics and textile art, are scheduled throughout the term, with a variety of great art activi-ties and workshops scheduled during the school holidays.

Resident artist Gary Tonge Latimer is a master of his work and a tutor who en-courages and inspires beginners through to experienced artists.

In our regular classes, children over 10 are given the opportunity to understand and try a variety of techniques and meth-ods used by many of the old masters. Our young children‘s art tutor Jemara encour-ages 7 – 10 year olds using different me-diums as they are introduced to the world of art through the pleasure of creating their own pieces of work in a variety of techniques.

Our art teachers have been carefully se-lected to ensure students receive the best attention from people who love to share their love of art.

Supported by our tag line ‗a place of inspi-ration‘, the Weaverworks Art Emporium mission is to inspire and engage all people interested in arts. The environment is warm, friendly and welcoming.

Don‘t underestimate the pleasure that can be achieved from expressing yourself through art. Check the website at www.weaverworks.com.au or contact us on 8391 4806 for details about classes, workshops or special group bookings.

All Weaverworks Art Emporium students‘ work is honoured with an end of year ex-hibition with drinks and nibbles for friends, family and the community to ap-preciate.

Art classes for all!

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Health and Vitality

Risks and benefits of sun exposure

NAIRNE MEDICAL CLINIC

111 PRINCES HIGHWAY

NAIRNE 5252 ALL HOURS: PH: 8388 6288 FAX: 8388 6977

Email: nairne@hahnmedi.com.au

Web Site: www.hahnmedi.com.au

Nairne Office Hours: 8.30am – 5.30pm Monday to Friday

Closed Saturday

Special interests include all Family General Medi-cine, Women and Children’s Health, Disabilities, Skin Clinic, Palliative Care, Acupuncture, Hypno-

therapy, Sports Medicine and Counseling.

Group practice incorporating Hahndorf Medical Centre, Mt Barker South Medical Centre and

Woodside Medical Centre

Saturday consultations from 9.00am-12noon at

Hahndorf 8388 7066 & Mt Barker South 8391 2055

Dr John Entwistle

Dr Stephen Daniels

Dr Gary Hickey

DOCTORS

Dr Hugh Allen

Dr Kate Nielsen

Dr Ioulia Bobkova

The Adelaide Hills Relay For Life is fast ap-proaching and all the locals are invited to at-tend the ceremonies, atmosphere and fun of the event.

The opening ceremony signifies the start of the event which includes the survivors lap. All those who have been touched by cancer - survivors, carers, and their families - walk to celebrate those who have had the strength to face this disease. In the evening, a candlelight vigil will be followed by a large range of local bands and groups, which will entertain on site for the rest of the night. In previous years, this has set the perfect mood for the fun games amongst the teams. This includes the famous team on team tug-o‘-war event.

The Adelaide Hills Relay for Life will be held on No-vember 13/14 at the Mt. Barker Oval. All members of the community and fellow supporters are wel-come to be part of the celebration of life and tribute to people living with cancer. For more information, please contact Cancer Council SA on 1300 65 65 85.

Relay for Life

A balance is required between avoiding an increase

in the risk of skin cancer by excessive sun exposure,

and achieving enough sun exposure to maintain ade-

quate vitamin D levels. For most people, sun pro-

tection to prevent skin cancer is required when the

UV index is moderate or above (ie UV index is 3 or

higher). Most people probably achieve adequate vita-

min D levels through the UVB exposure they receive

during typical day-to-day outdoor activities. For ex-

ample, it has been estimated that fair skinned people

can achieve adequate vitamin D levels in summer by

exposing the face, arms and hands to a few minutes

of sunlight on either side of the peak UV periods on

most days of the week. In winter in South Australia,

maintenance of vitamin D levels may require 2—3

hours of sunlight exposure to a similar area of skin

over a week. For more information, visit the Cancer

Council‘s website: www.cancer.org.au.

HOME ASSIST

& RESPITE What services are available?

Home Care

Short term cleaning (3–6 cleans) Spring clean Referral to longer term assistance.

Garden Maintenance

Pruning Rubbish Removal Once-off garden clean up and rubbish removal.

Minor Home Maintenance

Yearly gutter clean and small repair Small plumbing and minor carpentry work Changing light bulbs Checking smoke detectors

Home Security

Free Home Safety and Security Assessment/Advice through the South Australian Police Crime Reduction Section.

Social Support

Friendly Visiting Program Men’s lunch group (Barker Blokes) Club links Shopping support

PH: 8391 7234

NAIRNE NEWS PAGE 12

PAGE 13 VOLUME 28, ISSUE 5

Local winery achieves distinction

Community life

A tasting panel has voted Adelaide Hills‘

Howard Vineyard a stand out in Australia in

an article in the Wine Industry Journal,

July/August Edition 2010. The feature,

including submissions from Cabernet Franc

producers across Australia, details the suit-

ability of Cabernet Franc to the Australian cli-

mate. The panel included independent wine

industry strategist Mark Swann, University of

Adelaide oenology & sensory studies lecturer

Sue Bastian, and Wine Research Institute viti-

culture consultant Peter Dry, and they unani-

mously gave the Amos Cabernet Franc gold

medal worthy scores, highlighting the rich-

ness of fruit flavours and varietal characters,

with good use of oak and soft, structured tan-

nins.

Howard Vineyard, located at Nairne in the

Adelaide Hills, draws fruit from the Howard

Vineyard site and the Schoenthal Vineyard

site at Lobethal. As one of the largest inde-

pendent producers in the Adelaide Hills,

Howard Vineyard is known for its award win-

ning wines, and now its Cabernet Franc. In

2010, Howard Vineyard will have four Caber-

net Franc wines: a Clover Leaf label Cabernet

Franc and Clover Leaf Cabernet Franc Rosé,

an Amos Cabernet Franc and drier style Amos

Cabernet Franc Rosé. For more information

www.howardvineyard.com

“The Elves and the Shoemaker”

Saturday 18 December and Wednesday 22

December 11.30am at Head Heart and Hands

Imaginative Play, 81A Main Rd, Nairne.

Cost: $5 per person. Bookings essential,

phone 83880075.

Stargold Puppet show

Monday

6.45—8.15pm

Thursday

9.30—11am & 6.45—8.15pm

~Bookings essential, all ages welcome

~Come and try for those completely new to yoga

~Childrens Yoga, interests welcome

January 10th - 14th 2011 ~ Sunrise Yoga

Course ~ 6.30 - 8am

Revitalise and direct your energies with

a morning practice of

asana ~ breathing methods ~ deep re-

laxation.

Suitable for beginners or those who have

an established practice

Register before 23rd December $75

Hatha Yoga provides for sound health, personal

development and the environment for explora-

tion of the self. Focus is placed on the cultiva-

tion of good posture and body awareness, mobil-

ity and relaxation and the regulation of good

breathing patterns.

Loretta provides a comfortable and encouraging

environment, personable and accessible. She is

a certified yoga teacher. (IYTA)

Wear comfortable clothing. You are welcome to

bring your own mat or use supplied equipment.

WEEKLY CLASSES AT CASUAL RATES OR

BY THE TERM

Contact Loretta on

0421 824 397

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District Hotel 77 Main Street

Nairne

Ph: 8388 6228

Hotel open 7 days 10 am till late

Dining available Thursday - Sunday Lunch 12 - 2 pm Thursday - Saturday Nights 6 - 8pm

open fire available.

Bottle shop walk in/over the counter 10 am till late.

Karaoke coming soon—look for signs on notice board at front of hotel.

Historic barn & beer garden for hire.

Come in for a cold beer and meet some of the locals.

You will find us opposite Foodmart in the Main Street.

NAIRNE NEWS

The ―Spirituality in the Pub‖ evening on Tuesday 2 November marks, not just the last event for 2010 and the coming of the joyful Christmas season, but the 10th birthday for the program. Over the years it has moved from a number of sites before settling at the Hahndorf Old Mill.

The ‗party‘ on November 2 (Melbourne Cup Night) seems to justify a theme like ―Life‘s a Spiritual Celebration‖. Presenters on this occasion will be Jennifer Semzcuk, neonatal nurse and cabaret singer, accompanied by Dan de Fazio, and Anglican priest and former opera singer, Rev. Barbara Messner.

Themes are not intended to be impersonal reviews of specific social trends, however, nor are they re-stricted solely to the experiences of the ones presenting, but are meant to be meaningful for all attend-ing. For example, at the October meeting, Father Stewart Frazer and daughter Catherine, both musi-cians, talked about the many family influences towards the development of spirituality, especially a love of music. Catherine, a celebrated Australian violinist, played many pieces, frequently questioning the audience about their reaction. One man remembered the sorrow following his daughter‘s death.

The previous meeting, in September, appreciated the South Australian Governor General, Hieu Van Le‘s, story of his escape to Australia by boat following the Vietnam War. His edge of fear prompted listeners to think of their moments when they experienced fear or insecurity, and to value their peace-ful, carefree lifestyle.

Because of the 10th anniversary, the meeting on November 2 is unique. It begins as usual with the in-vitation to join the Pub‘s buffet dinner from 6.00 pm, with people moving to the Function Room (entrance $5) at 7.20 pm for the two presentations. However from that point it widens to include a small group of former presenters, such as Rev Phillip Carter, former Retreat mentor Julian Centre, artist, architect and actor Denis Noble, Olympian Libby Kosmala, former Principal MacKillop College, Sr. Margaret Lamb RSJ, international aid worker Margaret Hess and others. Each only has a few min-utes to address the theme. In between, there is the all important conversation. The pub has drinks and cheese platters on site to be purchased if desired, a marked contrast with former practice when no food was allowed. The usual closing time of 9.00 pm has been extended to 9.30 pm.

Spirituality Celebrating

PAGE 15

by Di Franklin OAM, one of Nairne‟s daughters come home

My great-great-grandparents, James and Ann Bigmore, came to the Province of South Australia aboard the ship ‗Violet‘ in 1856. They were from Cambridgeshire in England, and with them came their children from previous marriages, James‘ son Henry, aged 6, and Ann‘s son Samuel Marsh, aged 3.

James, Ann, Henry (Harry) and Sam set up their home in a stone house in the main road of Nairne, now known as ‗Bigmore Cottage‘. It is the old house next door to the Timmins home, now ‗Upstairs Downstairs‘. The house is still lived in, looking much like it probably would have in the 1850s. The old wooden post and rail fence, which I like to imagine James putting up, still stands. The old pine trees at the front were probably planted by the family.

Ann gave birth to a further nine children, although four died by the age of 2. My great-grandfather John was one of the surviving children who attended the (old) Nairne School, the church-like building next to the Chingari restaurant.

James was a butcher by trade, and had a shop in the building which, until recently, was ‗Sophie‘s of Casamar‘ in the main street. His eldest son Henry joined him in the business, later marrying and setting up home in Little Nixon St in a house which is still lived in today.

James, Ann and four of their infant children are buried in the Nairne cemetery on Farquharson St. Their graves are currently unmarked, but we are trying to locate them, and my cousins and I plan to put in a memorial plaque to honour them.

One of my earliest memories is of my Grandpa Bigmore, James and Ann‘s grandson and my mother‘s father, showing me Bigmore Cottage where his father had been born.

Coincidentally, a few years ago I was told by one Mr Howard, a former teacher at Mt Barker High School and a good friend of my Dad, David Franklin, that the Franklin family lived in a house over the road from Bigmore Cottage when my Dad was young. A check of the records of Nairne Primary School revealed that my Dad did indeed attend school in the old building.

I grew up at Wistow, and my Mum was actively involved in researching the history of the area. As a young person, with Mum I visited Mick Murphy, a long time shop-owner in the main street of Nairne, on a number of occasions to gather historical information. There wasn‘t much Mick didn‘t know about the history of Nairne, and I found it fascinating to hear him talking about the people who lived in Nairne in past generations.

I remember when the ‗Melbourne Express‘ (today‘s ‗Overland‘ train) and the ‗Blue Bird‘ train to Mt Gambier used to stop at the Nairne railway station, and on several occasions I caught trains there.

My daughter and her family also live in Nairne, and my grandchildren, like their Grandpa Frank-lin and Great-great-great Grandpa John Bigmore, attended Nairne Primary School, albeit in the now existing school on Saleyard Rd.

You could say my roots are well and truly in Nairne. When, four years ago, my husband (Trevor Corbell) and I were looking for a place to call home, Nairne was high on my list. Now Trevor loves the place as much as I do.

I must say I don‘t very much appreciate the new developments which seem to be going up every-where we look. I can see the old Nairne village being replaced by a less unique town. I guess some development is inevitable, but we did manage to keep this beautiful little village a secret for a long time. The Nairne I love is gradually disappearing but, as long as I can go past Bigmore Cottage and remember how much this little building ties me to Nairne, my heart will always be here.

What Nairne means to me

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NAIRNE NEWS PAGE 16

Community Life

Checkmate! Nairne Primary School State C-grade Chess Champions.

By Leesa Shepherd (Nairne School Principal)

In September, the Nairne School Chess team, along with their coach and mentor, Helen Arbury-

Smith, travelled to Adelaide to compete in the State Chess finals. The team, consisting of six stu-

dents from Years 6 and 7, Riley, Olav, Noah, Tiang Cheng, Michael and Josh, made his-

tory by winning the C-grade competition in absolute style.

Many of the other schools in the competition

have a long history of professional training and

support. Our group started from very humble

beginnings last year and this year has grown to

two teams. The students practise after school

and compete in Hills competition during the

year.

Helen has a wonderfully contagious attitude to

learning and trying new things. ―Nothing is

impossible if you set your mind to it.”

This has certainly rubbed off on the kids, and

the looks on their faces when they realised they

had won, was priceless. I am sure this will in-

spire lots of other children to give chess a go.

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Nairne Primary School Pedal Prix

Community Life

By Geoff Kay (Nairne School Counsellor)

Nairne‘s first year of competing in Pedal Prix was in 2004. That year we entered only one event –

the 24 hour race. It was a baptism of fire for the riders.

We have competed in all races since. In

2005, we purchased a new bike and raced

both until 2009 when, due to expenses

and a decline in interested students, we

decided to race just one bike.

Our decision to participate in Pedal Prix

was fueled by many factors. We wanted to

expose our students to an activity where

they could push their personal limits

(emotionally and physically) and yet still

be part of a team. We also wanted to en-

gage more parents in the school commu-

nity. Our team is run by the parents of the

riders, and each year they form a tight

group of people focused on the team goals

– to finish each race, to do the best we can

and in the meantime have fun. Hence the name Synergy, which means ―through cooperation we

all can achieve success‖

To our team, success is not necessarily measured by finishing positions. More importantly, it is

the completion of races, and all members of the team attempting to do a little better each time

they compete. Taking that into account we are very pleased that our team this year, after 3 races,

finished 23rd in their category.

This year‘s team has 13 riders, boys and girls from years 4 – 7. We accept any student who wants

to race. They just need to be keen and prepared to commit. Students really enjoy the experience

because it is something that is not a traditional sport. It has an element of risk, speed and thrills.

Whilst the bikes are built for safety, the chance of a crash or roll-over at speed is a reality. Injuries

are rare, although scratches and bruises can occur. An incident on the track is carried as a badge

of honour by team members.

Pedal Prix bikes are expensive, and with new safety standards each year a considerable amount of

time and money is spent meeting these standards. The school, and the families involved, partially

finance the team. Our biggest supporters however are the businesses in our community, who as-

sist financially or by donating goods. This year we have been supported by Pedders Suspension

Modbury, Australian Defence Forces, iSEEK Computers Nairne, The Uniform Shop, Upstairs

Downstairs, The Mesh Men, Nairne Corner Takeaway, Nairne Markets, BankSA, Nairne Lions,

and Nairne Complete Auto Care. We hope to have students participating in this great event for

many years to come and are keen to welcome new members.

PAGE 18 NAIRNE NEWS

Christmas events

Community Life

NAIRNE UNITING

CHURCH

Uniting Services, Sunday 10.30 am,

except on the third Sunday each

month when we combine with Luther-

ans and the service is at 8.30 am.

Lutheran services, Sundays 8.30 am

www.mtbarker.unitingchurch.org.au/welcome/nairne

Allargue St

Minister Rev.

Kevin Sarlow

8391 2513

RSL - Nairne

We meet in the Nairne Soldiers Memorial Hall

on the second Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm.

Contacts are Tony (President) on 8388 0980,

Alan (vice president) on 8388 0938 and Dennis

(secretary) on 8538 5067.

Mt Barker Christmas Pageant.

The Mt Barker Christmas pageant will start at

11am on Saturday December 4, 2010. The pa-

rade starts at the Mount Barker Oval and fin-

ishes in Gawler Street. At the end of the pag-

eant, children can visit Father Christmas in his

mobile cave. Up to 100 bright and colourful

floats will take part in the procession, including

the Castle of Fairytales, the Toyshop, The Mer-

maids, the Christmas stocking, the Gingerbread

House, a pageant train, and of course the main

attraction, Father Christmas.

Adelaide Christmas Pageant.

At 9.30am, Saturday 13 November 2010, the

whistle will be blown at the corner of South Ter-

race and King William Street to announce the

start of the pageant. As the 63 floats meander

along the pageant route, Father Christmas will

get ready to greet all of the children in Adelaide

and South Australia. His float is always the last

float of the Credit Union Christmas Pageant. The

pageant officially finishes with Father Christmas

arriving at the Magic Cave, North Terrace at

around 11.30am. Pageant goers should be in po-

sition before 9am, to take part in the Guinness

World Record attempt for the largest number of

carollers singing carols. The Guinness World Re-

cord attempt will finish at 9.15am.

Nairne Carols by the Lake.

Christmas Carol singing will be held at

Byethorne Park, Woodside Road, Nairne on Fri-

day 3 December 2010 at 6pm.

Get your Christmas chicken

and salad orders in soon!

Open Monday to Saturday, 10 am—8 pm

Sunday / Public Holidays, 11 am—7.30 pm

Open for orders only on 25 December 2010 to

12 noon, then closed until 2 January 2011.

To all our customers, we would like to thank

you for all your support this year, and we

wish you a very Merry Christmas and a

happy and safe New Year.

From Phil, Camille and staff.

“Just good food”

13—14 November 2010

BACKHOUSE GARDEN. 14 DALTON AVE, ALDGATE.

Beautiful garden designed for children to enjoy. Roses feature throughout: standard 'Iceberg', climbing 'Pinkie', hedges of rugosas and 'Carabella'. Native blackwoods, hydrangeas, camellias, fuchsias, azaleas, ferns. Colourful chook house. 2.00ha (4.94ac).

EDWARDS COTTAGE. 184 ONKAPARINGA VALLEY RD, OAKBANK.

Rose enthusiast Jan Nicholson has spent 20 years developing a charming cottage garden around heritage buildings and old apple and plum trees. Bluestone walls retain beds overflowing with scented roses, honeysuckle, irises and old-fashioned cottage peren-nials. Attractively integrated dam. 0.20ha (0.50ac).

4—5 December 2010

WALNUT HILL. WALKER ST, CRAFERS.

Educator, writer, plantsman and passionate advocate for climate-sensitive gardening, Trevor Nottle continues to shape his garden to respond to ongoing dry conditions and fierce summers. Relying solely on rainfall and recycled water, it showcases plants that thrive under these conditions. 0.20ha (0.50ac).

22—23 January 2011

LITTLEWOOD. EASLEA RD, LITTLEHAMPTON

Agapanthus in every shade and size, including pinks and miniatures, are the highlight of this fabulous summer garden. Pavilion overlooks lake with bridge, jetty and pots rising up out of the water. Clipped trees and shrubs; colourful 'dry' garden. 4.05ha (10.00ac).

29—30 January 2011

TUPELO GROVE. BRADBURY RD, MYLOR

Explore this plant enthusiast's garden, wholesale nursery and total water recycling system. Excit-ing collection of unusual trees, shrubs and per-ennials. Impressive pond functioning as a com-plete ecosystem with aquatic plants, frogs and fish. 0.81ha (2.00ac). For more information on Australia‘s Open Gar-d e n S c h e m e , v i s i t t h e w e b s i t e www.opengarden.org.au, or email na-tional@opengarden.org.au

PAGE 19 VOLUME 28, ISSUE 5

Open Gardens in the Hills.

Community Life

Bush For Life will be hold-

ing a workshop in Stirling

on November 5. For more

details log onto our website

www.treesforlife.org.au or

phone Trees For Life on

8406 0500.

Monday to Friday 9 am — 5.30 pm

Saturday 9 am — 1 pm

Sunday 10 am — 12 noon

Come in and see Mike, Shirley or Paul

for all your:

Gardening needs,

Painting requirements, Cement &

Tools, Handyman equipment,

Kitchenware etc

‗If we haven’t got it,

we’ll get it for you!’

102 Main St, Nairne

Ph. 8388 6457

PAGE 20 NAIRNE NEWS

Community Life

Millers Arms Hotel 60 Main street

Nairne Ph: 8388 6229

Social quiz nights on Tuesday from 8 pm. Saturday afternoon schooner card promotion, 3-6 pm.

Drive in Bottle shop look out for the fortnightly specials in your Sunday mail TV guide.

Dining Room

Meals now available Wednesday to Sunday 12-2 pm & 6-8 pm.

Now taking bookings for Christmas breakups, luncheons, dinners or any other function. Private dining room available with seating for up to 20 people for that

special function.

Front bar 4 beers now on tap, pool table & darts available.

Skipworth Business Solutions

Services Offered Accounting I Taxation I Systems Review

Bookkeeping I Administration

Tax Returns Individual & Business

5/122 Main Road, Nairne SA 5252 P: 08 8388 6030 I F: 08 8311 5221

E: admin@skipworthbusiness.com.au

www.skipworthbusiness.com.au

Registered Tax Agent

We had a very successful Zone Meeting in the

Nairne Uniting Church Hall. The speakers from

Red Cross House gave us a good idea of how mi-

grants are assisted and how Red Cross helps find

family members who are lost through war or

other disasters. The entertainment by Suzanne

Handel, principal harpist with the Adelaide

Symphony Orchestra, and Jo-anne Sarre of Ink

Pot Arts Inc. was superb.

We have a new member. She discovered us by

going to the Disaster Training Course, held in

Mount Barker. We are delighted that she has

joined us.

We meet regularly on the first Wednesday of the

month at 1.30pm in the Nairne Institute.

Maureen Snell

Tel. 8388 6688

Nairne Red Cross

PAGE 21 VOLUME 28, ISSUE 5

Community Life

Chingari dinner a huge success.

Jan and John Adcock would like to thank the Nairne community for their involvement in their August fundraising dinner at Chingari Restaurant. Over 90 people attended and enjoyed a 3 course Nepali banquet. Due to the restaurant being fully booked, there was a group of 10 who took theirs in takeaway to enjoy at home with friends!

Guests were not only provided with 5 star Nepali food but en-tertained by Jan‘s four Nepali friends who looked stunning in their traditional dress.

Special mention must be made to Kamal Verma for donating the whole evening to the Dhital Village Project and due to his overwhelming generosity $4192 was raised. This money will be donated towards the cost of constructing a community building which surrounding villages will be able to use for cultural and educational events. Thank you everyone.

Undergraduate Programs:

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• Bachelor of Arts (Aboriginal Studies)

• Bachelor of Arts (Aboriginal Studies) /

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• Bachelor of Arts (Aboriginal Studies) /

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• Bachelor of Arts (Australian Studies) /

Bachelor of Education (Middle Secondary)

• Bachelor of Arts (Aboriginal Studies) /

Bachelor of Arts (Middle Secondary)

Apply online today at: www.satac.edu.au

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ies

• Masters of Aboriginal Studies

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howtoapply

NAIRNE NEWS PAGE 22

Bushfire safety - Top 10 hints

A good plan: is prepared well before the Fire Danger Season and reviewed each year

is written down, so that the details are to hand when you need them

has been practiced, so you know how it will go on the day

is created with the whole family and covers everyone, including the young and elderly and includes what to do:

before the Fire Danger Season

on a Total Fire Ban day

during a bushfire

after a bushfire

can adapt to unforeseen circumstances.

Go to the CFS website for information – www.cfs.sa.gov.au.

1. Understand the environment in which you live - is your house surrounded by, or near, bush, grass or coastal scrub? Do you travel through, or plan to holiday in bushfire-prone areas?

2. Sit down with your family now and write a Bushfire Survival Plan - your life could depend on it. Download a copy of Your Guide To Preparing For And Surviving The Bushfire Season from the CFS website at www.cfs.sa.gov.au.

3. Make sure you understand, and are familiar with, the national Fire Danger Ratings and what those ratings mean for your family's Bushfire Survival Plan.

4. Practice your Bushfire Survival Plan with your whole family, including your strategies for dealing with stock or large pets such as horses.

5. Create and maintain as much defendable space as possible around your home by managing vegetation, includ-ing grass and shrubs.

6. Be aware that, should you plan to defend your home in accordance with Fire Danger Rating guidelines, you need to be physically capable and mentally prepared.

7. Take the time to put together your family's Bushfire Survival Kits, including a Relocation Kit and a Recovery Kit containing the things you'll need to survive in the first 24 to 48 hours after a bushfire. You'll find all the de-tails and fact sheets on the CFS website – www.cfs.sa.gov.au.

8. Learn as much as you can about bushfire warnings and safety - visit www.cfs.sa.gov.au.

9. Update your home and contents insurance and leave a copy of your policies in a secure place away from your home.

10. Prepare. Act. Survive. Go to the CFS website for information – www.cfs.sa.gov.au.

Incidents that the brigade have responded to since last report:

August – Tree Down – Princes Highway Nairne; Vehicle Accident – Princes Highway Nairne

September – Building Fire – Brukunga; Flooding – Walker Court Nairne; Private Alarm – Princes Highway

Nairne; Flooding – North Railway Terrace Nairne; Flooding – Thomas Street Nairne; Fixed alarm

– Brukunga x 2; Gas leak – Donald Street Dawesley

October - Rubbish Fire – Main Road Nairne; Vehicle Fire – Mills Road Kanmantoo; Vehicle Accident – Wood-

side Road Nairne; Private alarm – Saleyard Road Nairne; Private alarm – Hillman Drive Nairne;

Fuel Spill – Princes Highway Nairne; Rubbish Fire – Nairne; Shed Fire – Playford Court Brukunga

NAIRNE AND DISTRICTS

COUNTRY FIRE SERVICE

Submitted by

Lyssa Liebelt –

on behalf of

members

MOUNT BARKER

BOTTLE & CAN

Secker Road, Mount Barker

Monday – Friday 8.30am — 4.30 pm

Saturday 8.00am — 1.00pm

Closed Sunday & Public Holidays

Ph 8391 2700

Cash paid for

Bottles

Cans

Plastic

Milk containers

Juice cartons

Aluminium

Brass

Copper

Lead

Radiators

$$$ $$$

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Community Life

Andrew Dingle Floor Sanding

Floor Covering Removals

Concrete Grinding

Rough Floor Sanding

Glue Removal (from concrete and timber)

ABN 21 250 878 017 PH: 0412 825 508

Making Knights, Princesses and Dragons

A workshop for children aged 6 years and older.

Saturday 20 November from 10 am to 11.30 am,

or by appointment. Cost:$18 including all mate-

rials.

Making Angels and Elves

A workshop for children aged 6 years and older.

Saturday 6 November from 10 am to 11 am, or by

appointment. Cost:$14 including all materials.

Making Magical Window Stars

A workshop for children aged 7 years and older.

Saturday 6 November from 10am to 11a m, or by

appointment. Cost:$14 including all materials.

Bookings essential, phone 83880075

Craft workshops

Closed from 25 December 2010 to 4 January 2011.

Uraidla Showgrounds, Sunday 14th November 2010, 10am – 4pm Adult entry: $5, Concession $3, Free Entry for children accompanied by an adult

FREE Parking

The showcase stage features a program of highlights from local and national high profile identi-

ties, talking, displaying or demonstrating techniques and topics relevant to the theme of the

event. The 2010 Timetable of Events also provides information about the entertainment and chil-

dren‘s activities featured at this years Expo. http://www.hillsgardenexpo.com.au

Speakers & Presenters

Michael Keelan - Gardening identity, columnist, radio announcer & TV presenter

Sophie Thomson - Sustainable gardening expert, author, columnist & ABC TV presenter

Merilyn Kuchel - Past president of the Australian Open Garden Scheme, garden historian &

president of the Mediterranean Plant Society

John Maitland - Award winning architect in design, energy efficiency and sustainability

Heidi Hancock - Local expert on creating & developing no dig veggie beds, garden design &

construction and chook houses

Jacqui Hunter - Passionate about sustainable living and an expert on Bokashi composting

Entertainment and Children’s activities

West Coast Jazz Trio, Bearded Gypsys, Mal Capone, a visit from 'Contrary Mary', Face Painting

by Wendy Fantasia, Badge Making, Crazy Hair, Pot Painting.

Hills Fleurieu LSA Crime

Prevention Section

Ph 8398 1752 Fax 8398 1754

For police assistance call 131 444 Hear something? See something?

Say Something.

Ring Bank SA Crime Stoppers on

1800 333 000

NAIRNE NEWS

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all

decked

out

The perfect outdoor

solution for your lifestyle

Quality decks, pergolas and

verandahs

Professional advice

Guaranteed work by a licensed

builder

Call 8388 6999 for your obligation-

free design and quote.

www.alldeckedout.net.au

Hills Garden and Environmental Expo.

ZUMBA® Marathon fundraising event

which is especially for the benefit of Ink Pot Arts!

The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin

rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-

of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away.

So if you like to move to music, join in the fun and

at the same time support our work!! It promises to

be a great night!

WHERE: Inbarendi Hall, Cornerstone College,

68 Adelaide Road, Mt Barker.

WHEN: Friday 12th November, 7.30pm

COST: $10

Bookings: Donna Juncken 0402-081377

VOLUME 28, ISSUE 5 PAGE 25

Healthy Local

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Table Olives

We will refill your clean containers

Lot 70 Bald Hills Road Nairne

8388 6142

Call in– Drive up the track where you

see the sign.

Now available at Nairne Minimart, Wood-

side Fruit &Veg, Tastes in Hahndorf and

the Adelaide Hills Farmers Market

Nairne’s new website is online—check it

out at www.nairne.org.au and let us know what

you think (ndra@live.com.au). Soon we will be

seeking links to local businesses.

Nairne and Districts Residents

Association.

Membership application

2010/11

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Please send your completed form with the

membership fee of $10 to:

The Treasurer,

Nairne and Districts Residents Association

PO Box 416, Nairne, SA 5252

Or bring it with you to the next meeting, 17th

November 2010, Nairne Institute, 7pm. The

invited speaker will be Jo-anne Sarre, artistic

director of Ink Pot Arts.

Shed erections

Concrete work

Rubbish removal

NAIRNE

Home: (08) 8538 7003

Mob: 0417 291 612

Pergolas / Decking

Glass replacement

Fencing: Colorbond

and rural

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Sports news

Tour Down Under comes to Nairne.

The Tour Down Under cycle race will be held in

stages around Adelaide from January 16—23

2011. Stage Two of the Tour down Under goes

from Tailem Bend to Mannum on Wednesday

January 19. It will start at 11am in Tailem Bend.

There will be a Jayco sprint on the Princes High-

way at Kanmantoo at around 12.20 pm, and

then the riders will climb the King of the Moun-

tain section at Dawesley at around 12.30 pm.

Riders are expected to cycle through Nairne at

around 12.40pm, then head down Woodside

Road towards Inverbrackie. A second sprint

takes place at Mt Pleasant, then the stage will

close at Mannum at about 2.20 pm.

Why not cheer them on from Byethorne Park or

one of Nairne‘s eateries?

NAIRNE NEWS

Dale Parker, an 18 year

old cyclist from Nairne,

joined Jack Bobridge, Mi-

chael Hepburn and Cam-

eron Meyer, to smash the

Commonwealth Games

record on their way to

winning gold in the men's

team pursuit on Thursday

October 7 2010 at the

Commonwealth Games in

Delhi, India. The new

Games record of 3 min

55.476 sec that they set

was just two seconds off

world record pace.

Congratulations

Dale!

Well done!

Nairne cyclist shares Commonwealth Games victory.

Photo courtesy of Cycling Australia / John Veage

Coaches for all Grades for the 2011 season

are required.

Expressions of interest in writing by Friday

5 November 2010 to:

The Secretary

PO BOX 1032

NAIRNE SA 5252

or in person to:

Carole on 0408 082 585

AGM

Tuesday 9 November 2010

7pm in Oval Clubrooms.

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The club recently held successful presentation nights with the following trophies awarded:

A GRADE

Best and Fairest, Haydn Gamma; Runner-up Luke Murphy, 3rd Tom Lipetri, tied 4th Matt Rosier and Josh Laube, 5th Clinton Foster

Best Team Man/Coaches trophy, Simon Work

B GRADE

Best and Fairest, Shane Strout; Runner-up, Sam Winterhalder, 3rd Matt Wilcox, 4th Jon Foster/Michael Jolly, 5th Matt Jones

Coaches Trophy, Brodie Coldwell

SENIOR COLTS

Best and Fairest, Nik Roenfeldt; Runner-up, Luke Walker, 3rd Elijah Rupcic, 4th Tyrone Colmer, 5th Danny Strout, 6th Zak Hausler

Coaches Trophy, Dale Thiele

JUNIOR COLTS

Best and Fairest Nathan Fullgrabe; Runner-up Cody Molloy, 3rd Elijah Rupcic, 4th Chris Schilling

Most Improved, Aidan Molloy

Coaches Trophy, Wyatt Osborne

Under 13’s

Best and Fairest Micah Rupcic, Runner-up Bradley Strout, 3rd Ben Gregory, 4th Nicholas Bastian, 5th Shannon Howie

Coaches Trophy, Luke Brock

The club is excited to announce that Neil Hein (seniors) and Jim May (reserves) have been reap-pointed as coaches for season 2011. Pre-season training will commence in January and we wel-come all new players, sponsors and supporters to join us in 2011.

The Rams wish all the Nairne community a very Merry Christmas and a safe New Year. Bring on season 2011!

Nairne Bremer United Football Club Colts.

Sports news

VOLUME 28, ISSUE 5

Adelaide Hills Appliance Service p 8

All Decked Out p 24

Andrew Dingle Floor Sanders p 23

Bald Hills Olive Grove p 25

Car Upholstery and Canvas p 25

District Hotel p 14

Loretta‘s Yoga p 13

Millers Arms Hotel p 20

Mount Barker Bottle and Can p 23

Nairne Corner Takeaway p 18

Nairne Medical Clinic p 11

Pope Nitschke p 12

Sayers Excavations p 16

Sheehan‘s Hardware p 19

Shelly‘s Hairdressing p 16

Skipworth Business Solutions p 20

Somerled Services p 9

UniSA Australian Studies programs p 21

Yab‘s maintenance p 25

Zigi Zaga Restaurant p 3

Businesses advertising in this issue.

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Directory

Fire—general

Fire (Nairne) 8388 6246

Fire (Brukunga) 8388 6255

Fire Ban information 1300 362 361

Bushfire Prevention Officer 8391 7200

Medical—general

Nairne Medical Clinic 8388 6288

Nairne Chemmart 8388 6422

Mt Barker Hospital 8393 1777

Poisons Information 131 126

Police—general

For attendance 131 444

Mt Barker Station 8398 1700

Legal

Legal Aid Service 1300 366 424

Local Justices of the Peace

Kym Bartholemew 8388 6615

Trevor Corbell 0408 685 759

Local Justices of the Peace

Di Franklin (ah only ) 8188 0261

Greg Hutchinson 8538 5028

Chris McDonnell 8391 0482

Robert Oaten 8388 6623

Mt Barker Council JP services 8391 7200

Government

Local Members of Parliament

State: Mark Goldsworthy 8389 6800

Federal: Jamie Briggs 8398 5566

District Council of Mt Barker

General enquiries 8391 7200

Waste Transfer Station 8388 1099

North Ward Councillors

Kathy Brazher-Delaine 0407 617 539

Lindsay Campbell 0421 567 545

Jason Kuchel 0448 848 848

Lyn Stokes 8538 5160

EMERGENCY Fire, Police, Ambulance 000

Corner Takeaway,

District Hotel,

Foodmart,

Kanmantoo General Store,

Liberty Service Station,

Millers Arms Hotel,

Millie‘s Bakery,

Nairne Market,

Nairne Medical Clinic,

Nairne Post Office,

Nairne Primary School

Sheehan‘s Hardware.

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