WILLUNGA

---GAZETTE--- A monthly publication of the

Willunga Business and Tourism Association Inc

Willunga Gazette – published by Willunga Business and Tourism, PO Box 22, Willunga SA 5172 www.willunga.com 1

Editor: Tom Laing, willungagazette@gmail.com to be added to maillist or phone or text 0421 912 800 Advertising: Column: $110.00; Quarter page $80.00; Eighth $40.00; Sixteenth $20.00; Classified: $10.00 (25% disc for members)

Est. 2013 Issue: Vol. 2 No. 5 1 May, 2014 Please take one Printed 1,000

Emails 264

Copper to be switched off in less than a month Home and business owners in parts of Willunga have less than a month to switch their home and internet services over to the National Broadband Network (NBN) before the existing copper network is disconnected on May 23rd. Remaining homes and businesses are urged to switch to the NBN ahead of copper disconnection.

NBN Co today urged the remaining eligible home and business owners in the area to put an order in with their preferred telephone company or internet service provider as soon as possible.

Trent Williams, NBN Co spokesperson said:

“The move to the NBN is not automatic and may take some planning and coordination. Home and business owners in the affected parts of Willunga need to move their landline phone, ADSL internet and Telstra cable internet services over to the NBN – if they wish to continue using them. Alternatively some may choose to make do with mobile or other wireless solutions.

“We particularly want all business owners with EFTPOS machines and fax or security alarm systems which operate using a landline connection to contact their banks and preferred phone or internet company to discuss what steps are required to migrate these services over to the NBN.”**

Willunga business owner Melinda McCauley of Alma Hotel says since making the switch to services over the NBN with Nuskope, her business runs far more smoothly and she can provide better service to customers.

“Prior to the NBN, our internet connection would only allow one person to access it at a time which significantly impacted our productivity and often caused frustration for our customers and staff.

“Since being connected to services over the NBN, my team can access the internet from anywhere in the hotel at any time. Our guests can also look up local information about the area, without worrying about drop outs or delays. We now even offer free Wi-Fi access to customers who visit the hotel.”

More information about the steps residents and businesses need to take to switch to the NBN as well as a list of service providers can be found at: www.nbnco.com.au/switch .

You can check if you are eligible to connect to the NBN by putting your address into the NBN Co rollout map found at: www.nbnco.com.au/rollout/rollout-map .

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May is History Month Sunday May 4th – Discover Willunga175 Fair @ the Oval 10am-4pm – stalls, pumpkin competition, Historical Dress Competition, Fun and Games for All

HISTORY MONTH MAY 2014 – Theme: Past,Present and Future

The National Trust Willunga Branch will conduct free Cemetery Walks: Saturday 17th May 2014 2pm - 4pm Anglican Cemetery (Aldinga Rd.) Sunday 18th May 2014 10am - 12 noon Uniting Church Cemetery (St. Judes St.) Sunday 18th May 2014 2pm- 4pm Roman Catholic Cemetery (St. Judes St.) followed by Afternoon Tea ($5 charge) at Church Hall

Sunday 25th May the City of Onkaparinga are hosting the Heritage Awards Ceremony at the Old Courthouse from noon. Dry stone wall workshops are also being conducted by the Council on Sat. and Sun. 24th and 25th May at the Courthouse. After the Awards ceremony The National Trust of South Australia will launch the Now and Then Website and the Willunga Walks Mobile Heritage App.

For further info. contact NTSA Willunga Branch 8556 2195

About Time: South Australia's History Festival kicks off on Thursday 1 May! If you haven't yet, pick up a copy of the program from your local library, visitor centre or council, head to the About Time website and search the program, browse by event type, or find something near you.

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Fishfest takes over Show Hall.

Take two local bands, 11 locally made short films, an audience of 80 and a plastic Oscars statuette and you have all the ingredients for a great Youth Week film festival – Fishfest. Held here at the Willunga Show Hall, Fishfest provided an opportunity for talented young film makers from the region to tell their stories in under 5 minutes. The audience and the panel were incredibly impressed with the talent on show, with each film spinning a tale that showed both the technical and creative skills of its makers.

Special mention goes to three films in particular – ‘Hans’ by Willunga Primary Year 6/7s, ‘The Ocean -One Breath at a Time’ by Tom Campbell and ‘Equilibrium ‘ by Kyle Brand. Congratulations to all our film makers stay tuned for Fishfest 2015.

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Alma Hotel – Bottom Pub

Bookings 8556 2027 Friday May 2nd- Karaoke Sun May 4th-Jazz 12-3pm in the function room Sat May 17th-Mitch and the Jazzmen 8:30-11:30 Sat 24th-The Piano Man 8-11 Sun 25th-Full Circle 2:30-8 Every Thursday- 7pm, Free 8-Ball Comp, win a $50 Alma voucher

Willunga Hotel – Middle Pub Lunch 12-2pm Dinner 6-8.30pm

Bookings 8556 2135

Sat 3rd May Adam Moffatt solo acoustic covers, 8pm start, Sat 10th May Shannon Lloyd 3pce band great covers, 8.30pm

start, Friday 16th May The Finger Men band, 8pm start,

Sat 17th May Enuf Said 2 pce acoustic 8.30pm start, Friday 23rd May Steve Ashley 3pce band 8pm start,

Sat 31st May Doin It For Nana 3pce band 8.30pm start

Old Bush Inn – Top Pub Sunday - Wednesday Lunch 12-2 Dinner 6-8 pm Thursday - Saturday Dining is from 12 -9.00pm

Bookings call 8556 2032

Thu 6th May – Open Mic with Tony Sat 10th May – Rockin Blues Thu 22nd May – Open Mic with Chris Finnen Sat 21st May – Rockafellas

Fernies Fern Forest Nursery, Main Road, Willunga

Book a table: 0405130910

In association with www.WirraCreekMusic.com.au

Friday May 9th 7.30pm at Fern Forest Nursery Iconic South Aussie urban band: GOLDSTEIN Support: Singer songwriter – Paul Roberts $20/$15 Minko wines available. BYO nibbles and drinks. Table booking: 0405130910 Friday June 13th 7.30pm Double billing: Two great duos - Polar Bear Fandango / Mike O’Callaghan and Dee Trewartha

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New Physio:

Marc Elliott, Physiotherapist, joined us full

time from Tues 1st of April 2014.

Marc joins Tom Anthoney and Miriam Bourne.

Marc is an experienced Physio, offers long

appointments, “hands on” treatment, exercises

and dry needling.

Physio appointments now available when you

want them!!

Ph: 8556 4416

www.willungaphysio.com.au

A sad message for our community. Garth Dempster has passed away. He was surrounded by his family, with music and love. Garth was a faithful member of Willunga Uniting for countless years. Only recently becoming too unwell to attend. His prayers for others were a hallmark of his dedicated ministry. We thank God for his gentle presence in our community. He is pictured here at his 90th birthday celebrations on the 10th of March, 2012. Rest in Peace Garth.

Captain’s Trunk re-discovered

With a clean-up of the old Willunga Police Station a fire proof strong-box weighing near half a tonne was uncovered.

It had a previous life at the old court house and because of lack of space it was resited to the Police Station.

Some locals believe the ‘Trunk’ came on an early boat in the 1800’s as the Captain’s trunk.

We are searching for more clues so if you have any insight please contact Brian.

It took the brawn Mos, Gerald, Richard and Tom to shift the box back to the National trust with some technologies used in the construction of the pyramids.

Tune in next Month for an update

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Show Hall to get a new Slate Roof

Approval has been given for the replacement of the 124 year old slate roof. The current roof is flaking

and very powdery underneath.

Local builder Peter Chapman of Building Eco Systems will commence work in late May to install a new slate roof. Alas, it was not possible to use local slate but we understand the new system of fixing slate had its origins in Willunga. This will achieve a greater percentage coverage per slate which has helped reduce costs.

The Onkaparinga Council has greatly assisted this project with a generous grant. It is expected the work will be finished well in time for the Almond Blossom Festival.

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175 YEARS McLAREN VALE Planning is underway to celebrate 175 years since Settlement this December. A festival of events will take place from December 2014 - May 2015 with a range of engaging activities that highlight the history, people and character of McLaren Vale. As part of this event we will also be acknowledging and exploring the Indigenous

history of the region prior to settlement. At this point in time we are asking community members to share with us any anecdotes, interesting little known facts, letters, photographs, prized recipes or glorious historic gossip so we can create a window into our town's valuable social history.

If you have something to share please email to 175yearsmclarenvale@gmail.com We'll be most happy to hear from you.

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Lets South Barter Markets

In our March 2014 Newsletter we reported the new format for our barter markets. These barter markets will now be held fortnightly on High street in Willunga next to the Green Room Organic Cafe.

Future dates for the Lets

South barter markets are:

Saturdays May 3, and May 17, between 9.00am and 12 noon.

Lets South will be supporting a delegate to participate in the National LETS Conference at Mangrove Creek NSW.

LETS is a national but also international community barter system. Lets South has been in existence for over 20 years.

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Enhance your public speaking skills

The new Southern Vales Toastmasters club is rapidly forming at Aldinga.

Contact: Peter Cesco DTM, Sponsor, Southern Vales Toastmasters club mob: 0422 006 111, email: cescop@optusnet.com.au

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Now open in Port Noarlunga in the former White Dove premises cnr Saltfleet Street and the Esplanade.

Check out our website www.ampikaskitchen.com.au View / down load our menu

Our regular opening hours are: Wednesday through Sunday nights from 5.30 to 9pm ish for dine in and dine away. Please give us a call on

8186 1288

A sad message for our community. Garth Dempster has passed away. He was surrounded by his family, with music and love. Garth was a faithful member of Willunga Uniting Church for countless years. Only recently becoming too unwell to attend. His prayers for others were a hallmark of his dedicated ministry. We thank God for his gentle presence in our community. He is pictured here at his 90th birthday celebrations on the 10th of March, 2012. Rest in Peace Garth.

Visiting Schools Program At Willunga we are fortunate to have the quaint little one-room Bassett Boys' School first opened in 1862 by James Bailey Bassett.

It has been the ideal venue to develop an educational program for school children and adults to visit and participate in an early education experience.

Within the building there are old fashioned desks and forms on which to sit, and sloping desks the length of the walls, used as work benches. There are displays of old text books, class work books, pens and inkwells, photos and many other articles relating to past school curriculums.

The building itself is of local stone with it's roof and floor constucted using local slate from the quarries opened as an industry, early in Willunga's history.

A visiting group of children are met by our volunteer teachers in costume and provided with “dress up” costumes to create the “olden days” atmosphere. Most of the children are keen to “dress up” and quickly get into the spirit of the visit, standing up straight, in line and marching into school.

Once inside the schoolroom the lessons begin, first with a brief introduction about the school,then saluting the flag and greetings. Children have the opportunity to write on slates and practice “copperplate” writing in copybooks. Reading from early copies of “The Children's Hour”, elocution, singing and sewing lessons also involve and entertain the class.

Outside activities include playing marbles, hopscotch and circle games using basic equipment which also proves interesting to the children who nowadays are more familiar with electronic toys.

The length of time for the visit varies depending on the age of the children. It can include a “recess”

break when children are encouraged to bring fruit or a snack in a brown paper bag, as was the custom years ago. No plastic bags or processed food snacks.

The visit stimulates the children's imagination and provides them with experiences that encourage them to make comparisons and see the differences between early education and their schools of today.

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Cinemallunga Faux Klores a Big Hit at Old Style Movie Night The future of Cinemallunga will obviously be in safe hands if the quality of the entries in the youth section of the Willunga175 Faux Klore competition is anything to go by! Students in Mrs Desmond's and Mr Gobbett's combined year 6/7 class produced three videos, all of which showed imagination, creativity and a knowledge of icons around the town.

Faux Klore judges, Chris Horsman and Jenny Richards from the Willunga175 committee, had a hard time choosing the winners but, in the end, their decision was unanimous. The children who told how Sir Wilmark the bronze rooster ended up in the market square won a huge basket of goodies donated by Yummy Nuts in McLaren Vale.

Winners in the “Community” category were the McCafferty-Jackson family, who told the story of how Willunga slate got its colour from a stray cephalopod (octopus) that made its home in a Willunga creek. They were awarded the

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first “Holly Grail” statuette and six bottles of local wine. All runners-up received a Willunga175 cap.

The Willunga175 committee would like to thank all those residents who entered the competition and those who came along to enjoy the evening. The new Faux Klores will eventually be uploaded to YouTube for the enjoyment of a wider audience. Just Google “Cinemallunga Faux Klore”.

STARS Black Tie Dinner Saturday 21 June But the committee is not resting on its laurels. Following on from the Discover Willunga Fair on 4 May, the next big event on the Willunga175 calendar is the STARS (Southern Theatre and Arts Supporters) black tie dinner, which will be held in the Festival Stadium at the Willunga Recreational Park, on Saturday 21 June.

This event is yet another way of highlighting the range and quality of what is available in Willunga. Our high profile chef for the evening will be Todd Steele, (www.chefsteele.net.au) who lives in Willunga with his family. He will present a menu featuring fresh local produce, complemented by several local wines. To make the evening perfect, STARS has chosen three local groups to entertain guests as they enjoy the meal and the friendly atmosphere.

So residents and their friends are invited to “put their glad rags on” and come to the Festival Stadium to enjoy a sophisticated and memorable event.

For information about ticket prices and when they can be purchased, please go to the Events page/STARS on the Willunga175 website www.willunga.com/175. There is a full calendar of events on the Willunga175 website at www.willunga.com/175. People can also Like Us on Facebook www.facebook.com/Willunga175.

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HOME OWNERSHIP THREATENED BY POOR PLANNING First National is calling on governments and local councils to coordinate planning as well as policy to minimise restrictions on housing supply. Poor coordination has arguably contributed to an erosion of affordability that has led to the lowest levels of Australian home ownership in four decades.

A shortage of affordable housing in capital cities affects the functioning of the economy, wellbeing of individuals, and the cohesiveness of communities. The nation’s housing prices rose an average 2.3 per cent in March, and, since the commencement of the current growth cycle in June 2012, the cumulative increase runs close to 16 per cent.

‘Although these gains have mostly been in Sydney and Melbourne, the price of land for new homes nationally has climbed hugely, largely as a result of exorbitant headworks costs. Developers can only contain costs and maintain affordability by subdividing land into ever-decreasing block sizes’ said Nick van Vliet, principal of First National

Real Estate Nick van Vliet, Willunga.

‘Local council headworks charges used to cover things like water and sewerage but they now include a host of other charges, including infrastructure costs for roads and, in some cases, recreational and community facilities, electricity charges, footpath networks and more. As a result, the land cost of a new home has surged by 150 per cent per square meter in the past decade’.

Affordability is a complex problem with many factors affecting current circumstances. Changing demographics, cost of living, interest rates, stamp duty and taxes all play a role. However, the major driver is the undersupply of housing and, at the moment, the housing

market is absorbing supply faster than it is being added.

‘Although the number of new residential listings coming to market is higher now than it was at this time last year, the total amount of real estate for sale in Australia is actually close to 4 per cent lower. While this means homes are selling very quickly, if supply is not addressed, the gap between supply and demand will significantly widen by 2015, potentially reducing affordability’ said Nick van Vliet.

State based stamp duties discourage turnover of housing and inhibit labour mobility. Such taxes also discourage older homeowners from downsizing and, when the GST was introduced, were supposed to have been removed.

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A recent ‘affordability roundtable’ held in Canberra identified the need for a wide range of options including financing that unlocks the potential of shared equity as an alternative form of finance for first home buyers. Finance product innovation along with a coordinated and strategic approach from Government is now what is needed, urgently.

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2014 Mainstreet Conference The conference was hosted by Gawler which is also celebrating its 175th this year. Tom Laing attended on behalf of the Willunga Business and Tourism and reports he felt privileged to attend courtesy of the City of Onkaparinga and was grateful for the opportunity to hear guest

speakers and network with others.

The two keynote speakers had interesting stories to tell. Detroit, once the home to US car manufacturing lost 800,000 from its population of 1.5 million and is now faced with huge tracts of unused housing and abandoned industrial space.

Dublin, amidst the Global financial crisis was losing 5,000 jobs a week and with 50% of the population under 25 Dublin faced a daunting task.

Both speakers reported improvements using targeted campaigns on precincts and people.

They were supported by an excellent range of speakers who supported the themes of cooperation, place and strategy

Mainstreet SA is a state branch of Mainstreet Australia, a highly respected and energetic association, providing valuable networking, education, support and strategic direction for all stakeholders.

Its mission is to reinforce this vision through recognising that our Mainstreets are ‘Living Spaces’ giving us, their ‘custodians’, a sense of meaning, reminding us of our past and inspiring us for our future.

By promoting our mainstreets as the beating heart of our communities it will reinforce that most important, quintessential quality of ‘Place’.

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Letters to the Editor Fields of Compassion c/o Annemarie Reiner rareiner@bigpond.com

Dear Friends,

We are a group of deeply concerned people called Fields of Compassion that have come together because of the way we as a country are treating refugees seeking asylum in Australia. We have experienced the power of silent meditation and silent protest and believe that an action of SILENT SOLIDARITY is a profound way of bringing compassion to the cruel and heartless detention and treatment of these people.

We are appalled at what is being done in our name. The deliberate cruelty and harshness of conditions, the damage being done to the well-being of men, women and children in mind, body and spirit is inhumane and therefore inexcusable. There is a growing awareness in the community of this continually unfolding

shocking chapter in our history and we do not want it to be a continuing part of Australia’s legacy.

We invite you to join us in SILENT SOLIDARITY with all refugees being held in detention (both on and off shore). Silence is a powerful action capable of awakening COMPASSION in all of us.

Come and join us for our first monthly gathering on the Lawns in front of the Museum

IN SILENT SOLIDARITY

ON FRIDAY 2nd MAY (and continuing on the first Friday of every month)

BETWEEN 6pm – 7pm

Bring a seat or a rug and a candle if you wish.

You are welcome to stay with us for some or all of this time

Peacefully,

Annemarie Reiner, Eileen & John Galvin, Anne Haren, Ben McCabe, Mary Cusack, (Fields of Compassion Community)

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FERNIES PREVIEW: GOLDSTEIN and PAUL ROBERTS

Goldstein have been compared with Redgum (the legendary group led by John Schumann, not the tree). Their sound is unmistakeable. No mistaking the accent. They are South Australia’s most iconic urban band and if you haven’t heard them before – whether at Fernies or anywhere else for that matter – and you are ABC 891 listeners, you would have to have heard the familiar Goldstein sound telling us about a ‘considerate driver’ by way

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of introduction to the traffic report. And so between Paul Roberts’ banging on about the electricity being off or about to be off or back on but soon to be off, and Goldstein forewarning about the traffic, we have an ABC connection! A nice touch would be a joint Goldstein/Roberts number about a driver being electrocuted while being considerate to someone..

While you may consider this to be a fairly appalling introduction to this preview, I’m about to redeem myself. Adam Hooper is the core of Goldstein’s sound and as a singer songwriter has been able to capture the essence of the Australian urban story better than just about anyone. It’s all there – humour, canny observations, memories, pathos - high energy in that unmistakeable trademark sound. Enhanced too by brother Ben’s sublime fiddle playing and whatever it is Robyn Pratt might be playing on the night – guitar, bass .. It’s all good!

Paul Roberts has more in common with Goldstein than just making guest appearances on the ABC. He too is a singer songwriter who is developing a nice little repertoire of urban songs (hopefully we will hear one or two on the night). Paul has been a significant contributor to the local Adelaide folk scene for many years. His songs are an eclectic mix of contemporary acoustic genres – wry observations of the range of human conditions and subtle commentaries on the issues that beset modern communities. And so Paul will open for us on the night, that is unless someone appears

beforehand and gives a weather report.

REVIEW – HALFWAY TO FORTH and SALTWATER TAFFY

Halfway to Forth were right on top of their game at Fernies a fortnight ago. There have been subtle changes to their presentation since we first set eyes on them three years ago. The usuals are still there. The guitar/banjo aids on the floor with enough flickering displays to impress a jumbo jet pilot; Dan Lizotte on a stool with his little percussion outfit and guitar at hand; Dan doing most of the chat; a guitar stand sporting a range of guitars and banjos; and Kyle Lizotte now stands. This is a good move, Kyle standing, because while Dan leads most of the vocals, the audience are more likely now to be drawn to this quietly and outrageously talented guitar/banjo player/provider of exquisite harmonies person. The duo move effortlessly across a wide

and diverse range of musical styles and genres. Dan’s energy and enthusiasm drives the set. So do his lead vocals. The songs are a mix of originals and covers – the originals becoming so well known now to their audiences that they sound like covers. They should be better known to a wider audience again, and should be receiving plenty of airplay. We don’t know how long HTF will be with us in S.A., but we have been gifted a rare talent.

And while speaking of ‘rare talents’ what a wonderful opening set by Saltwater Taffy. Sure they are an experienced group of musicians who have successfully played in various other combinations over a period of time, but there was a delightful freshness and an enthusiasm about their presentation that said a great deal about the professionalism of this talented quartet. ST are Kim Brown , Adrienne Piggott, Bronwyn Lloyd and Nikkie Nicholson. Interestingly, but not surprisingly, this group know where their

strengths lie. Kim (the one with the bass harmonies) and Nikkie play guitars and banjo, but always as the backdrop for what are quite astonishing harmonies. As with HTF, the songs cross genres – traditional Celtic folk to Americana – some acapella – always building up to three or four part harmonies. The women slip in and out of leads, dabble in counterpoint singing, exchange harmony bits, creating light and shade, sometimes haunting, always enjoying themselves and so importantly, connecting with their audience. The audience in turn can tell that there is an enormous amount of respect by each band member for each other on stage.

So if you missed them this time, we’ll try to get them back before the year is out.

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OzHarvest is coming to the south!... With just a little bit more help.

Dear Friends,

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If you are receiving this email it means that you have touched OzHarvest in some way over the past 12 months while we have been working towards our goal of bringing food rescue to the South. Or that OzHarvest will somehow touch your local community once we have achieved this goal.

Together with Colonnades Shopping Centre, City of Onkaparinga, Home Grain Bakery, Gorgeous Festival, Green Light Festival and many other individuals and businesses who have contributed, I am very excited to report that we are VERY CLOSE to having the go ahead to put our third bright yellow food rescue truck on the road. OzHarvest Adelaide just celebrated our second biggest month to date, rescuing an incredible 79,000 meals in March,

therefore saving an enormous 26.5 tonne of good food from landfill. We can’t wait to achieve these results in the south. Our biggest joy will be telling the charities that have been on our waiting list that they WILL be receiving deliveries of fresh and nutritious food to help families and individuals who are doing it tough in the southern Adelaide community.

After more than 12 months of fundraising this is my FINAL CALL OUT to make this happen. Now is the time to help us.

Colonnades Shopping Centre has been our longest standing partner in the quest to bring OzHarvest to the south. They have launched a crowd funding campaign called Pozible which will be active until the end of April. The target that

Colonnades has set is only another $5000 to get us over the line, but in fact I want to smash this target to thank them and our other contributors for all their hard work and persistence. The amazing people I’ve met over the last 12 months are extremely generous, passionate about their community and driven to creating a sustainable food system for all of us. Please dig deep. The more money we can raise in this final stage, the quicker the truck will hit the road and the more secure we can be to sustain food rescue in this community for the future.

It is easy to donate and all you need to do is click here http://www.pozible.com/project/179765 $1 or $1000, every little bit helps, this is the way we move mountains together. Or in our case, move mountains of food from going to landfill and into the bellies of people who deserve it.

We want one of these yellow beauties roaming the south as soon as possible!

On behalf of my team and every person who has joined the journey of OzHarvest so far, we thank you for your support. Hayley

HAYLEY EVERUSS State Manager OzHarvest SA | M 0411 968 833

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STARS in May

On Thursday 15 May Nancy Weisbrodt will host the annual Cancer Council Morning Tea in conjunction with Australias Biggest Morning Tea at Waverley Homestead commencing at 10.00 am. The theme for the morning tea is “Create a Corsage for Cancer Care”

and the donation will be $5.00. Special guests will be “The Little Sisters of Abundance” – make up a table for a pleasant morning tea whilst assisting the fight for cancer in Australia. Bookings for this event 85964182.

The Da Ponte Project “MAKING MOZART” will be held in the McLaren Vale Institute Main Road McLaren Vale on Saturday 24 May at 7.30 pm. Tickets are available now by phoning 0410 614 411 to prepay by email or cheque. The cost of the show is $30.00 or $15.00 students.

Bar will be open at 6.45pm and during the interval.

The sold out premiere of MAKING MOZART took place at the State Opera Theatre of South Australia’s Netley Studios in October 2013 with support and costumes generously provided by the State Opera. MAKING MOZART was also performed and broadcast as part of ABC FM’s Sunday Live series from the Collinswood Studio last November.

STARS is bringing this unique and witty presentation to the southern area for the first time and for lovers of Mozart the best loved arias and duets will be performed with a story told in a sparkling manner by Ewart Shaw. Three internationally-acclaimed opera singers Soprano Gisele Blanchard, mezzo Catriona Barr and Baritone Mario Bellanova are joined by pianist Jamie Cock as Mozart himself.

For more information about Southern Theatre and Arts Supporters visit our website www.stars.org.au where there is an application form to become a member and assist in fostering the arts in the southern region

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Willunga Wins Tight Scrap

Thompson kicked the first goal of the game two minutes into the first quarter. It was the last time that Yankallila led Willunga for the day. The Demons steadied and locked down. Ten minutes of dour play resulted before Altus snapped truly for Willunga and Thomas set up Butcher for the first of his eight goals for the match. Despott gave him a second opportunity minutes later but his shot was astray. Buchanan equalled the score after hard work by Hogben and Thomas but then just before quarter time Willunga’s Thomas was awarded a free kick and kicked truly from 35 metres. Yank streamed into attack from the opening bounce of the second quarter. They strung together a series of handballs before honouring Sibbald’s lead. He kicked a 50 metre goal from the pocket into the wind. Altus and Burdett provided great running support for their forwards Altus snapped his second after a Renney intercept. Yank fought back. Wilson and Baker worked hard in defence to give Phillips and Hosking chances but their shots just missed. Young and Mesecke provided rebound for Willunga and Butcher took a strong mark. A fifty metre penalty allowed him to convert from the goal square. Standfield immediately followed that up with a bouncing goal before Sibbald got one back for the Tigers after good running work by Hogben and Hosking.

A stalemate ensued for nearly 10 minutes before Willunga blew the game open in a superb goal scoring spree. Butcher and Thomas missed their opportunities before Roberts, who had just come onto the ground, pinpointed a pass to Butcher who this time scored. Roberts kicked one himself a minute later after unselfish play by Thomas and McGowan. Burdett and Thomas combined to give Standfield his second for the quarter then Groom joined in to help move the ball fluently to Butcher who goaled from 20 metres. Altus scored one soon after before McSherry and Sidebottom got the ball to Sibbald who rewarded their hard work with his third for the quarter. Willunga retaliated with two goals in two minutes with one each to from Thomas and Burdett. Willunga began the second half with an 8 goal lead and to Yankalilla’s credit only allowed then to increase that to 9 goals 4 behinds by the final siren. Thomas, Borlace, Hogben and McSherry gave of their best and applied forward run and defensive pressure. The Demons continually drove the ball forward. Butcher up forward

loomed as a constant danger to the Tigers. He capitalised on accurate passes from team mates including Haskett. Thomas scored for Yankallila after a good run by Buchanan from defence. Williams and Francis lifted their games. Neither side got easy kicks. Hogben scored the goal of the day with a high floating left-foot hook from the pocket. Sidebottom set up another goal when he delivered to Ashton-Place who kicked truly. Yank narrowly won the quarter. Willunga were determined

to win the last quarter and did so without great authority, 4-4 to 2-2. Altus and Burdett gave Butcher a chance for his eighth and he did not let them down. Wakefield got into the act and kicked his first for the day. A minute later Thomas marked and goaled then Burdett scored. To Yanks credit they settled down and stopped Willunga’s dominance. Sibbald scored his fourth then Borlace gave to Ashton-Place for his second. Clark had his best quarter for the game and Wilson continued his solid four quarter performance.

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Aldinga Bay Croquet Club Come and join us and learn how to play Association Croquet, Golf Croquet and/or Ricochet.

Association

Croquet is on

Wednesday a.m.

and Saturday

a.m.

Golf Croquet is

on Wednesday at

1 p.m. and Friday

9 a.m.

Ricochet is on 11

a.m. Mondays

Courts at rear of the Aldinga Bay Bowling Club.

Further information ring Bob 8556 2659 A.H. or Ken 8556 3787 A.H.

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Neighbourhood watch 556 Willunga contact Judy Dunn 8556 2163

Note daytime meeting: Monday 12th May 10am -12 The Hub Main Rd Willunga Guest Speaker Mr David Fechner CEO McLaren Vale and Districts War Memorial Hospital

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Trees for Life Willunga Trees for Life will

meet at the Eco Classroom,

Tatachilla Lutheran College

at 7.30pm on Wed 7th May.

“Conservation Volunteers,

Brookfield, Wombats and

more!” is the topic with

Tricia Curtis, SA Manager for

Conservation Volunteers

Australia, a non-profit

organisation that brings

together local and overseas

volunteers to work on

environmental and wildlife

conservation projects. Tricia

is passionate about providing

opportunities for people to

connect with the

environment and will talk

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about two of CVA’s

programs that do just that!!

Inquiries to Julie Turner, ph

8556 2401.

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BanksSA

Willunga Branch New Opening hours

From Monday 19 May

the Willunga branch will be open from 12-4pm

Monday to Friday

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WG Deadline Deadline for the June 2014 issue of the Willunga Gazette is Friday 23rd May. Please send through your adverts and photos, community news, community notices, coming events, reports, jokes, notices of meetings, market news, letters etc to willungagazette@gmail.com

Willunga Environment Centre Green skin care workshop with Pam from The Shoppe Wednesday 14th May @ 10am Cost $10, very limited places, Morning tea provided

Bird and Wildlife Photography Workshop with Colin and Gillian Rayment Saturday 17th May from 1pm until Sunset at Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park and surrounding area.

A follow up session will be held on Saturday 24th May at a time TBA after some discussion. Afternoon tea provided

For more information contact Willunga Environment Centre on 85564188, book online at http://willungaenviro.org.au/index.php/events-and-workshops or find us on Facebook Morning/Afternoon Tea provided

Supported by: The Adelaide & Mt Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board

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Willunga Hill Art Group.

Willunga Hill Art Group Meets first Tuesday of the month at Waverley Homestead, Willunga

$5 entry on the night.

Coming Up: 6th May -David Parle demonstration in oils 17th May - Helen Kunert - Workshop on Mixed Media

3rd June - Alan Ramachandran – demon-stration in Watercolour

Victoria The copper pulled up next to the guy unloading garbage out of his ute into the ditch. The copper asked, “Why are you dumping garbage in the ditch? Don’t you see that sign right over your head.” “Yep,” he replied. “That’s why I’m dumpin’ it here, ‘cause it says: ‘Fine For Dumping Garbage.’”

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Church Notices

Uniting Church Willunga Uniting Church is blessed with a vibrant faith community, with participation from every age group.

This was evident in our Easter Day celebration with the congregation bringing flowers to place on the wooden cross.

Our pipe organ was in use, which many of the congregation love to hear.

There is an appeal currently to restore and tune this beautiful heritage instrument.

Donations can be made via the church on Sunday.

Children also said community prayers and made butterflies for the specially created well worship space.

Everyone enjoyed the morning tea afterwards and devonshire tea, proceeds from this aiding the organ appeal.

The faith community is

also blessed with great facilities, which are available for hire.

Many community groups use the meeting rooms and hall. These are available at very reasonable and competitive rates.

To find out more please email: bethanyhallboookings@outlook.com OR phone: 8556 2650

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General Church Information: Coast and Vines Church 12-14 Aldinga Rd Willunga – PO Box 196 Willunga SA 5172 Office 8556 2585 Mobile 0427 221126 Email coastandvines@bigpond.com Web www.coastandvineschurch.org.au Facebook facebook.com/Coast-Vines-Church Service times: 10am on

Sundays Coast and Vines Church is a member Church of the ‘Acts 2 Alliance’ (A2A) Network. A2A churches are both here in Australia and overseas. For more information go to; www.a2a.org.au

Church Ministries: Men’s and Women’s groups – Children’s Church – Crèche – Prayer – ‘TNT’s” (Twenties and Thirties) – Youth – Counseling – Missions – ‘The Attic’ Op Shop (open Wed – Sat)

Any enquires phone Rod Dowie on 0427 221126

------- Anglican Pastoral District of Southern Vales St Stephen’s Church, St Andrews Tce. Willunga. Service Saturday 5.30 pm: Vigil Mass. All Welcome. Contact: Fr Paul Devenport, Telephone 8323 9744 Website: www.southernvalesparish.org St Stephen’s organises a monthly dinner at the Old Bush Inn on the 3rd Saturday night of the month after the 5.30 pm service for anyone wishing to join in for fellowship. Bookings to Ted Sandercock 8556 4535

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Catholic Parish of Willunga Church times are the following in Willunga at St Joseph's Church, St Jude's street: 8:30 am on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays of the month; 10:30 am on the 2nd and

4th Sundays of the month. Weekday mass is held at 9 am on Wednesdays, Thursday and Fridays except the first Friday of the month the service is held at 12 noon. See www.willungaparish.org.au/

-------- ALL WELCOME to Christian Science Group Sue & Doug March invite you to join them in sharing and discovering how we can all have fulfilling, peace filed lives. Come along at 10:30am on the 1st & 4th Sundays of each month. For more details call 8556 7314. Blessings.

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From sapling to seed

Willunga is nestled amongst the wooded foothills of the Fleurieu.

This photographic exhibition examines our relationship with the trees in the areas, their lifecycle, the importance they play in our lives and the bonds we have with them.

In this 175th year of the community the growth of the area is depicted through compelling images of the full life cycle of these important characters of the community from sapling through growth into stalwarts dropping seed to begin the cycle again.

Altar Bistro May 2014

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FOR HIRE:

Bethany hall complex, Willunga Uniting Church

Hall and meeting rooms available for hire.

Includes kitchen facilities.

Enquire for our very reasonable rates.

Email: bethanyhallbookings@outlook.com

OR Phone 8556 2650

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A little bit of History

John Saunders of White Feather Red with Willunga Waldorf School work experience students Sam Walch and Alec Blunsden.

Work Experience on a Certified Organic Vineyard and Winery Sam Walch and Alec Blunsden, Willunga Waldorf School students, are undertaking work experience with John Saunders at White Feather Red on Binney Road, Willunga. White Feather Red have achieved the highest level of organic certification in Australia and America giving the boys a unique experience dealing with organic production methods. They grow two varieties of red grapes – Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. However, they also grow rare fruit, stone, pone, citrus, tropical, sub tropical fruits and olives. The boys jobs so far have consisted of splitting and planting garlic; bottling and labeling 100% pure Kalamata olive oil; labeling organic red wine; feeding the geese, doves, ducks and goats; preparing lunchtime meals either cooked or charcoal or webber of the pizza oven. White Feather Red have recently resurfaced a new bitumised driveway, carpark and Helipad. White Feather Red are now going to be open to the public on Saturday for wine sales through their cellar door or by appointment by calling John on mobile 0424355011

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Willunga Events (To update this info email

willungagazette@gmail.com)

Breast Cancer Support Group, Aldinga Med Centre, 89 Rowley Rd, Aldinga Bch Conference Room, Wednesdays fortnightly 10-11.30am, donation, contact Susie 0423 972 813 for details www.facebook.com/AldingaBreastCancerSupportGroup

CINEMALLUNGA Cinemallunga is a community group that is restoring the old Willunga Show Hall into a cinema and arts venue. We aim to put on 5 or 6 events a year, usually held on the third Saturday of Feb, April, June, Aug and Oct. You may have an interest in film, audio-visual projection, catering, promotion, cinema history, movie making or just enjoy the warm glow of a fun night out. More details are available from Brian on 0418 807 529 or Andrew 0439 687 281 Food Swap: Location: Adjacent to The Green Room on High St, 8-12pm When: Saturday, every fortnight You can contribute and choose from garden surplus fruit, veges, eggs, cut and or dried herbs, conserves and potted seedlings. Just drop off your produce, labeled if you think that will help, and choose a few items for yourself. The Healers Market is the third Sunday of each month. This market has a special focus on Health, Healing and Wellbeing and is held in the beautiful Singing Gallery 133 Main Road McLaren Vale. On offer each month is Massage, Reiki & Holistic Therapies, Psychic Readers, Crystals & Jewellery, Himalayan Salt Lamps and more.

FREE ENTRY. All welcome. 11am - 4pm healersmarketmclarenvale@gmail.com 83841008 LETS South Markets Barter markets now held fortnightly on High street in Willunga next to the Green Room Organic Cafe from May 3 and May 17, between 9.00am and 12 noon. For more information contact Secretary Wil Heidt on 0414 484 723 or email enquiries@letssouth.com Visit the website www.letssouth.com McLaren District Veterans Golf Association based at the Willunga Golf Course. It is open to golfers who have reached the age of 55 years. Regularly play at various courses across the Fleurieu Peninsula. Darryl 8596 4128 Night Owls Lawn Bowls @Willunga Bowling Club every Wednesday @7.00pm during October-March Weekly fee of $5.00 For info Bowling Club 8556 2246 Probus Club of McLaren Vale, Willunga & Districts Our mens club meets at 10 o'clock on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. The club is a group of about 50 retired men who meet only for the enjoyment of each others company. There is usually an interesting speaker and a cuppa afterward. Our club does not raise funds nor have working bees. We also have occasional lunches at a local venue or visit interesting places around Adelaide. Attendance at these is optional. If you would like to attend a meeting, telephone Jim on 8556 2540 or Colin on 8323 7952

Rotary Club of McLaren Vale supports activities in Aldinga, Willunga, McLaren Vale and surrounding districts. Meet Monday nights for a dinner meeting at 6.30pm for 6.45pm at the Alma Hotel. Visitors and new members welcomed. Contact Kevin 8556 2968 Southern Cancer Club Providing friendship, social support, information & education but will not provide medical advice either clinical, alternative or new age. Meeting monthly on Monday anytime between 9-12 noon & 3rd Thursday anytime between 1-3pm at Christie Downs Community House cnr Morton & Flaxmill Roads. For more information call Jules on 8186 0048 or visit www.fcn.org.au Southern Onkaparinga Permaculture Gathering: Permaculture is a design system that can be applied to almost any project, from creating a small garden to designing a large office building, farm or entire village. Everyone who is interested in exploring the application of these ethics is welcome to our monthly gatherings irrespective of what exposure you have had to permaculture in the past. We share lunch and participate in relevant workshops and discussions. Location: Different each month When: the third Sunday of each month with occasional weekday morning gatherings as well. Prior contact essential: Jeff Simmons 85289113 Southern Vales View Club (VIEW = Voice , Interests, Education of Women) invites ladies to join our meetings at the Restaurant in the Willunga Golf Club, on the second Friday of each month at

10.30 for an 11.00am start All very welcome. Contact Marlene on 8323 8861 or for further information email marbarpowell@bigpond.com Southern Vales Wellbeing group meets at the Singing Gallery every Wednesday from 1.00pm to 3.30pm during school terms cost $4.50 Contact Lesley 8323 8527 STARS - Southern Theatre and Arts Supports The phone number for bookings and information is Carolyn 0438 859 788 visit www.stars.org.au or email starswillunga@hotmail.com

Trees for Life, Willunga District. (ref 05) General meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month (except January) at 7.30pm in the Eco Classroom at Tatachilla Lutheran College Enquiries to Julie Turner julieturner@ iprimus.com.au or 8556 2401 Wellbeing at Willunga Market is the first Saturday of each month. This market has a special focus on Wellbeing, Health and Healing. Stalls include massage, reiki & crystal healing, Psychic Readers, Jewellery & Clothing, Gifts & Books, Himalayan Salt Lamps and a Cafe. There is a free workshop and meditation each month. FREE ENTRY Willunga Rec Centre 9-2pm wellbeingatwillunga@gmail.com 0427793314 Willunga Artisans Market second Saturday of each month 9am -1pm Show Hall Willunga Basketball - new players are always welcome. Men’s comp Wednesday nights Women’s comp Tuesday nights Juniors throughout

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the week Contact Margaret 8556 2360 or 0421 358 326 Willunga Bowling Club Inc Come and enjoy social bowls Tuesday and Saturday 12.00 for 12.30pm start Fee $5.00 Contact Vic 8557 4030 or Ian 8556 2246 or message 8556 2246 Willunga Business and Tourism exec meets12-2pm, 2nd Tuesday of the Month at the meeting room of the Show Hall, Main Street Willunga Willunga CFS training Wednesday 7.00 for 7.30pm at fire station, meetings 2nd Wednesdays of the month. Admin Coordinator Paddy Wilkinson 85562352 Willunga District Community Bus Inc, Lot 104 Lacey Drive Aldinga Beach 5173 phone 8557 7899. We transport the frail aged and disadvantaged door to door Monday to Friday. Willunga Embroiderers meet 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at The Hub. All welcome. For info phone Val 8556 5556 Willunga Environment Centre Inc 18 High Street, Willunga phone 8556 4188 10.00am-3.00pm Monday- Fri-day 9.30am-1.30pm Saturday Willunga Farmers Market Choir (Soulfood) - A female choir singing acapella for the enjoyment of a wide audience". Wav-erly Mon nights at 7.30pm. Info Margi Beed 8556 5032 Franka Ger-lach 8556 6783 Jill Stone 0407 695 029 Willunga Farmers Market every Saturday 8am -12.30pm Town-ship Square, Willunga 10% members discount

Willunga Garden Club meets every 2nd Thursday of the month except January at the Lutheran Church Hall Aldersley Street McLaren Vale at 7.30pm cost $3 Contact Chris 8323 7742 Willunga Golf Club is always looking for new members. The club has membership category options to suit all golfers. There is NO entry fee and annual membership fee payment is flexible. The golf course is one of the best on the Fleurieu Peninsula We run regular competitions on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. Ring Judi on 8556 4234 or take a look at the Club website www.willungagolf.com.au Willunga Hill Art Group holds meetings at the Waverley Homestead on the first Tuesday of every month at 7pm. Demonstrations commence at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome. Sharon 0417829617. www.willungahillartgroup.org Willunga Judo club meets at The Old Railway Station, Railway Tce, Willunga Wednesday night at 7.00pm Contact Greg 8552 7074 or Kym 0407 798 803 Willunga Kick Boxing Club meets at The Old Railway Station, Railway Tce Willunga Monday and Thursday at 7.00pm Contact Peter 0407 324 530 Willunga Lions www.willungalions.com.au Auction on the last Saturday of each month except December at Lions Saleyard, Binney R, Willunga. Contact Lion Wolf Hirsch 8557 7519, Lion Bernie Levering 8556 5230 or Dean Hunt 0414

564 389. February Giant Trash and Treasure Market - held every 4 months at the sale yard. Willunga Lions Ladies Auxiliary Boutique - come and see us Butterworth Road, Aldinga Beach - preloved clothes, toys, books, bric a brac etc contact Merle Hirsch 8557 7519 or Margaret Dorton 8556 3591 Willunga Men’s Circle: An opportunity to speak and to be heard. There is no agenda, no discussion, no judgement and no advice. Just the freedom and safety to share who you really are and what is really going on in your life with other men. Location: 62 Aldinga Rd Willunga When: last Wednesday of each month Prior bookings essential: Jeff Simmons 85289113 Willunga National Trust - The Slate Museum and the Court House Museum are open 1pm to 4pm Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Public hols 2nd Sat month 11am - 4pm Inquiries phone 8556 2195 Willunga Quarry Market

second Saturday of every month 9.00am-1.00pm Willunga Recreation Park Contact David 0408 897 393 www.willungaquarrymarket.com Willunga RSL, Main Road, Willunga open every Friday 4.00pm to 8.00pm, All Service Personnel welcome Willunga Table Tennis Club New members welcomed. Games played on Tuesday and Wednesday nights starting at 7.00pm cost $3.00 a night Contact Darryl 8596 4128 John 0413 525 343 Get fit! Join Willunga Tweeters, your local Heart Foundation walking group. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for one hour, beginning at 8 am. All welcome. For more details, contact Chris Horsman mob 0438 131 049 or email chrishorsman528@gmail.com Yoga and Wellbeing Centre in Willunga 16 Saint Lukes Street (rear) Classes - various times Phone Hope Deane for more information on 0408 835 723, or 08 7510 2072

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End of the Line for Copper services in Willunga COPPER NETWORK WILL SHUT DOWN ON MAY 23

Business and Residential customers in Willunga have less than 20 business days to change their phone and

internet services to the national broadband network before their copper services in the area are retired

Telstra will switch off copper services on May 23rd

in Willunga and is encouraging customers to make the

switch as early as possible to avoid the last minute rush

Telstra country wide Area General Manager Mark Bolton said “we’ve been talking to customers in Willunga

for over 2 years to explain the change and the overwhelming majority have moved their services across.”

Telstra customers affected by the switch can expect calls, texts and written reminders in the lead-up to the

disconnection date.

HOW MUCH WILL THE INSTALLATION COST? A standard installation of NBN equipment through Telstra is currently free of charge. Re-wiring isn’t covered in the free standard installation. Customers who want existing phone sockets or multiple phone sockets to work, will require re-wiring.

WHAT IF I DON’T MOVE TO THE NBN? Residents who don’t make the switch will no longer be able to make phone calls or access the internet using a landline connection after the disconnection date. To maintain a fixed line service, customers must submit an order for an NBN service.

WHAT IS THE LAST MOMENT I CAN ACT IF I DON’T WANT TO BE CUT OFF? Moving to the NBN involves two installation appointments and we recommend customer’s sign up to a Telstra NBN bundle or plan as soon as possible to avoid the last-minute rush.

WILL PERSONAL ALARMS LIKE MEDI ALERTS AND SECURITY ALARMS WORK ON THE NBN? The NBN is capable of supporting a range of monitored alarms (such as medical, security and fire alarms) that connect to a phone line. However, this does not mean that all of the existing alarms on the copper network are compatible with the NBN. Our staff do not have the expertise to provide advice on whether specific alarm devices are compatible; we ask that customers check with their alarm provider before moving across.

WILL FAX MACHINES WORK ON THE NBN? Most fax machines will operate on the NBN. Compatible fax machines will function on Telstra’s T-Voice Standard service and our T-Biz Voice and Digital Office Technology (DOT) products for business customers.

DOES TELSTRA HAVE THE DISCRETION TO KEEP CUSTOMERS CONNECTED TO COPPER

FOR LONGER? Telstra has no discretion and is required by the Government's NBN policy to disconnect

copper services.

Telstra offers an in Home service where a friendly NBN expert will go thru the process of how to shift

your service to the NBN and the plan that best matches your existing service

To have Peter Fallon come to your home call 0458325561

Or alternatively call into the Telstra store in the Seaford or Colonnades shopping centres or call 1800

TFIBRE (1800 834 273)

For Business call 1300028746 and the Business centre in Murray Bridge will come and assist in moving

your communications to the NBN