Issue 390 November 2013 Community Newsletter
District Council of Robe, Royal Circus (PO Box 1) Robe SA 5276 Phone l 08 8768 2003 Fax l 08 8768 2432 | Email l [email protected] Website l www.council.robe.sa.gov.au MAYOR’S REPORT & COUNCIL NEWS Preparation for Fire Season Undergrounding Power lines This year’s winter and spring have provided abundant growth Council over the past months has received several requests for Council to and the fuel load is likely to be high. Now is the time to com- consider undertaking an undergrounding of the power lines projects in part- nership with the Power Lines Environment Committee (PLEC). If Council mence preparations for the Fire Season. Flammable growth in- does support an application to PLEC and the application is successful in spections will commence at the start of November, with notices obtaining PLEC funding, Council is responsible for 1/3 rd of the costs of the going out on 8 November 2013. The Bush Fire Season start date project in addition to being required to prepare and implement streetscaping is 22 November 2013. Dates are subject to change dependent plans once the undergrounding project has been completed. Council is on conditions. prepared to support applications for undergrounding the power on streets Robe Tourism Association where all the property owners are supportive of the application and are prepared to contribute to Councils share of the project costs. The voice of Robe’s tourism and business interests held its AGM Retirement Living on 23 September 2013. The general meeting followed this. The The community has again identified through the Robe 2040 consultation, various sub committees presented their reports and there were that retirement living is still a priority for Robe. Council currently own and great contributions offered by those in attendance. The success operate Casuarina Lodge at Hateley Crescent , a property with 7 units of this important organisation for Robe’s business wellbeing de- upon it and a considerable amount of vacant land that abuts the golf course. pends on your business being a member and contributor. Make Council has advertised for expression of interest from retirement living pro- the effort to get along and observe and consider joining up. viders who may be interested in further developing this site and providing additional retirement living services for the town. Council is also seeking Police Remembrance Day interested members of the community in forming a focus group to assist 27 September 2013 was Police Remembrance Day; it was an Council in assessing the registrations of interest received and developing honour and privilege to attend this service in Mount Gambier. It options to enable Council to move this matter forward. is often overlooked that Police Officers are lost in the line of duty Retirement Living focus group serving our society. The District Council of Robe is seeking interested persons in becoming involved in a focus group to assist Council in pursuing opportunities for retirement living within Robe. If you have an interest in this subject and Australia Day Awards believe you have skills that could assist and be of value to Council in; Assessing the needs of the community, 2014 Nominations Assessing options available to Council and, Acting as a conduit between Council and the community please forward, either by letter or email, your details to,
The District Council of Robe would like to invite nom- Retirement Living Focus Group inations for the 2014 Australia Day Awards, for per- District Council of Robe PO Box 1, Robe 5276 son(s)/groups who have made outstanding contribu- Or email [email protected] tions to the community. The three categories are as Regional Trails Master Plan follows: Council as part of the South East Local Government Association (SELGA) has been successful in obtaining grant funding to prepare a Regional Trails Citizen of the Year: To be eligible, the person Master Plan. The geography of the South East is ideally suited for the es- must be an Australian Citizen. tablishment of walking, cycling and horse riding trails and the development of a Regional Plan will; Young Citizen of the Year: To be eligible, the per- Assist the South East Councils coordinate their individual trails so that son must be an Australian Citizen under 30 years of patrons can easily move from one region to the next, Assist in sourcing funding to help develop trails age, as at 26 January 2014. Assist in the promotion of recreational tourism.
Changes to Council Policies Community Event of the Year: Presented to the Recent changes to legislation relating to the establishment of the Independ- person/group who has staged the most outstanding ent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) and the Office of Public Integrity community event during the year. (OPI) have required Council to amend its policies that set out how Council will manage the following subjects; Nomination forms and guidelines for the awards are Whistle Blower Protection Policy, available from Council Office, Royal Circus or on Fraud and Corruption Prevention Policy, and Council’s website www.council.robe.sa.gov.au. Elected Members Code of Conduct – Complaints Handling Procedure. Nominations close 5.00pm Friday 22 November These amended policies were adopted by Council at its October meeting 2013. and copies are available at the Council Office or on the Council website www.council.robe.sa.gov.au
INSIDE: Free Hearing Assessment Book launch- The Story of Robe Christmas Parade details
COUNCIL NEWS CONT….. Coastal Protection works Redevelopment of the Lake Butler Marina Entrance The recent spate of rough weather which included a north westerly Council has adopted a concept plan which when implemented will rede- swell has caused further damage to the coastal dunes along town velop the entrance to the marina, improving the traffic flow, car parking beach. Officers from Coast Protection have met with officers of Council and give prominence to the Fisherman’s Memorial. Work will commence to plan remedial works along town beach which will protect the dunes, in removing the obstructions within the area and line marking the area and therefore the properties that adjoin the dunes, should we receive delineating the new design for the entrance. This will give users of the future similar weather patterns. This work will commence with the re- area and Council an opportunity to see how the new concept will work pairs to the rock groyne at the eastern end of town beach and a sand and allow for amendments if needed prior to physical infrastructure be- replenishment project which will place sand on Town Beach to protect ing put in place. Council is confident that upon completion this will im- the foreshore dunes and adjacent private property. The sand will be prove the amenity of this icon of the town, raise the profile of the Fisher- removed from Karatta Beach, trucked through the town and deposited man’s Memorial and improve the movement of traffic in the area. on Town beach adjacent the public toilets at the foreshore. Heavy ma- Business Continuity Plan chinery will then be used to move the sand along the beach to form two As part of the process of managing Council’s risk, Council has adopted small dunes adjacent the existing foreshore dune. This work will com- a Business Continuity Plan which sets out how Council will continue to mence as soon as weather and tides permit and while there will be provide services to the community should the Council suffer a cata- some disruption to the ability of people to access town beach it is strophic event. i.e. Fire. In recent times two Council Administration planned that this disruption will be minimal. Buildings have been destroyed by fire and the implementation of their Coastal walking Trail Business Continuity Plans have resulted in these Councils being able to As previously reported Council has received funding of $100,000 to continue to provide services to their residents the very next day. A copy formalize the coastal trail between the Drain L outlet and McIntyre Re- of Councils Plan is available on Councils website. serve. Council will be undertaking this work in the near future and the 2012-2013 Financial Statements surface treatment will be of a colour similar to the local limestone occur- Copies of Councils Audited 2012-2013 Financial statements are availa- ring in the locality. This will assist in reducing the visual impact of the ble either at the Council office or on Councils website coastal trail. www.council.robe.sa.gov.au
Living in a bush setting is a lifestyle choice Partnerships and relationships are and the benefits are enormous, but so are important at every level of the the risks. The new start of a new bushfire CCOWS delivery of service. season is nearly upon us and it is time to start thinking of what we need to do to pre- Providing opportunities for children to share with each other, to pare. While fires are inevitable, they are cooperate, to stand firmly for their rights while “getting along” also survivable and your chances of saving with their peers is a cornerstone of their social development. yourself, your family and your home increase according to your level of Building relationships between children and carers includes planning and preparation. The CFS will not always be available to pro- listening, taking turns to talk, meeting needs (wiping noses, tect each individual property threatened by fire. Preparation of your comforting when sad), sharing funny things, celebrating suc- home and property is an essential key to ensure that you, your property cesses, setting reasonable limits for behaviour. These are all and your family survive. A well prepared home is more likely to survive building blocks of developing trust and confidence. a bushfire that one that hasn’t. As a component of this, Council will Staff relying on colleagues to shake their heads, nod, smile, again be conducting house and block inspections in and around Robe ‘high five’ and step-in and step-up when needed, are the basis in the first week of November. Council urges you to be Bushfire Ready for cooperation and effective teamwork and efficient service by developing a Bushfire Action Plan and preparing your property for delivery. Recognising each other’s strengths – and acknowl- the impending bushfire season. edging them is a bonus. Recognising that our partnership with parents is a critical foun- AUDIT COMMITTEE dation for delivery the best experience for children. Respecting Independent Member each other’s expertise and knowledge is the basis for a positive outcome. Expressions of interest are called from suitably experienced Finally, working with the community, organisations and stake- persons to fill the role of Independent Member of Council’s Audit holders with transparency, and owning our responsibility to Committee. contribute to making a positive difference for children and fami-
The Independent Member shall have relevant governance, fi- lies. These make a good meeting place, from which we can work together towards a thriving community. We acknowledge nancial management, internal audit and/or risk management that partnership with parents is critical in ensuring the best experience within a multi-levelled organisation. experience for children. The Committee meets on a quarterly basis or as determined by Robyn and the CCOWS team. the Members of the Committee and the appointment is for the current term of Council, ie until November 2014. Members may then be reappointed by Council. Due to the Christmas break Council Office closure, For information regarding this position contact Lyndon Prior, please submit newsletter Deputy Chief Executive or forward your written expression of articles for the interest to: January 2014 issue of the District Council of Robe, Royal Circus Robe 5276 Community Newsletter before or [email protected] marked Confidential close of business Audit Committee – Independent Member. Friday 13th December 2013
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LIBRARY/VIC NEWS
NEW BOOKS NOW available ADULT FICTION at Robe Library and Visitor Information Centre Broken Angels – Graham Masterton $7.50 each Lexicon –Max Barry Mateship with Birds –Carrie Tiffany Outback Heroes – Evan McHugh Diamond in the rough – Diana Palmer Night star – Fern Michaels Heir to Greyladies – Anna Jacobs Necessary Lies –Diane Chamberlain Darkening Skies –Bronwyn Parry Back to the Pilliga –Tony Parsons The Young Lion – Blanche d’Alpuget The Unknown Soldier – Gerald Seymour The Fighting Man – Gerald Seymour Vet in Power – Carol Wood ( Large Print) Tempting Fate – Jane Green The Outback Heart – Fiona Palmer The Longest Ride Home – Nicholas Sparks Confessions of a Wild child – Jackie Collins Gone Fishing – Susan Duncan Winners – Danielle Steele War clouds Gather – Peter Watt Mallee Sky – Kerry McGinnis The Phoenix(The Moreland Dynasty)-Cynthia Harrod-Eagles Please don’t Tell – Elizabeth Adler (Large Print) Bitter Wash Road – Garry Disher Instructions for a Heatwave – Maggie O’Farrell
ADULT NON FICTION Disgraced – Paul Dale 4 ingredients Diabetes – Kim McCosker The Jungle is Neutral – F.Spencer Chapman Grand Designs Australia Handbook – Peter Maddison The Storm of War – Andrew Roberts Alliance- Jonathan Fenby In Great Spirit…the WW1 Diary of Archie Barwick –From Gal- ROBE LIBRARY & lipoli to the Western Front & Home Again VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Forgotten Rebels of Eureka – Clare Wright Don’t forget us when you are looking for a gift: TEENAGE FICTION Magnets & Keyrings…both in 3D & Normal Whale Rider – Witi Ihimaera Childrens & Mens T-Shirts
CHILDREN’S FICTION History Books on Robe Ava Anna Appleton accidental adventurer – Wendy Harmer Bookmarks…3D & Cross Stitch The Last Thirteen – James Phelan Boy v’s Beast…Water Beast – Mac Park Blank Cards…great for writing your only Fearless & Fearless in Love – Colin Thompson personal message
CHILDREN’S NON FICTION Wine Glass coolers & Wine Bottle Chillers Philosophy Park…A beginner’s guide to great philosophers and Cheeki Drink Bottles…and for winter try their their ideas – Phillip Cam National Geographic Kids…Quiz Whiz with 1,000 super fun Thermos for Hot Drinks and Soups or Stews mind-bending totally awesome trivia questions And more, so call in and check out our range. You can Draw Series – Planes, Rockets, Trucks, Boats, Trains & Cars Find us on Facebook. DVD’S Ben 10 … 5 Movie Collection Robe Visitor Information Centre Transformers Prime We are always getting requests from My Little Pony … Friendship Magic – the Return of Harmony Visitors & Locals for Baby Sitters… Peppa Pig … Royal Celebration Double Pack If you are interested in Baby Sitting Air Force One is Down Or already supply the service could you please let us Paper Giants … Magazine Wars know and we will pass on your information. Accidental Hero Phone Wendy, Cassie or Bronwyn on 8768 2465 Thank You
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Robe Meals on Wheels Roster - November 2013 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY RESERVES
WK 1 November Irene Stratford 1 87681824 Jenny Gilkes Margie McKay Brian Gilkes 8768 2164
WK 4 November 5 November 6 November 7 November 8 November 2 Sally LeCornu Margie McKay Mary Hay Jan Fisk Tessa Levinge Pam Robinson Diana Nolan Margaret Edgar Helen Lynch Judy Will WK 11 November 12 November 13 November 14 November 15 November 3 Diana Hooper Chris Davidson Patsy Grummett Sharon Petrovic Marian Dawson Chrys Corbin Jeanette Lea Nev Grummett Heidi Tonkin Rose Perkins Judy Will WK 18 November 19 November 20 November 21 November 22 November 4 Pat Pex Irene Johns Ruth Dening Rosemary Met Riseley For alteration or Mary McInerney Cathy Carter Williams Additions to meals Please contact WK 25 November 26 November 27 November 28 November 29 November Kingston Hospital 5 8767 0222 Jenny Mary Peters Jenny Mathews Irene Stratford Jim Smith Stevenson Cathy Thompson Fay Hartwig Harvey Stratford Judy Smith
If your roster day is not convenient please arrange a replacement. Thank you Jenny Mathews Roster Co-ordinator 8768 2616
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COMMUNITY NEWS
THE LIONS CLUB OF ROBE AND DISTRICT INC 105379 Attention Aged Residents Robe
The following Volunteers will help you with small jobs such as changing a light bulb, spraying driveways, fixing locks etc.
Terry Johnson 0407079334 District 201 C2 Chartered 12.06.09 Region 4 Zone 10 Lyle Domaschenz 0497863691 Postal Address: PO Box 301 Robe SA 5276 Mark Buckle 0423846948
EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FOR HIRE AND John M 0421500541 CURRENT HIRE RATES 2013-2014 Janet Ingham 0437317446 As part of its community fundraising initiatives, the Lions Club of Robe Peter Leopold 8768 1983 and District has a range of equipment available for hire at the following rates: Harvey Stratford 8768 1824
Item Lions Rate 6m x 6m Marquee $250.00 Boat/Jet Ski 6m x 12m Marquee $380.00 Marine License Exam Night
Round Tables (6 large, 4 small) $10.00 each for all sizes $45.00 seats limited - bookings essential
White Linen Round Tablecloths $15.00ea Opportunity to sit the exam after hours! White Plastic Chairs $2.00ea Kingston Sailing Club
Trestle tables 2.3m x 600cm $10.00 ea Friday 8th November 2013 – 7:00 p.m. Small shade shelter and chairs Available for cemetery funeral SHARP services at no charge.
Recreational Boating Safety handbook will be CONDITIONS OF HIRE provided when you book in and pay. The books 1. All repairs are the responsibility of the Hirer, as are all costs for loss, should be studied before arrival. You will be shown a theft or replacement; 2. Reasonable notice of hire bookings should be provided to assist with presentation (approx 90 Minutes) by the Transport organisation; Safety Compliance Officer (Marine) Goolwa, 3. Robe and District Lions Club accepts no responsibility for personal or then sit the exam which is marked on the night, property damage while equipment is in the care of the Hirer; if you pass you are then accredited and can visit the 4. Hire Rates are on a “DAILY BASIS”. Any goods returned after 24 DTEI Customer Service Centre, and be issued a full hours will be charged for the following day if not negotiated prior; 5. All items are hired on a “GOOD FAITH” basis. No guarantee of suita- recreational boat licence upon the payment of the bility; issue fee of $35.00 for people aged 16 and above.
6. All hired equipment is to be returned in a clean, dry condition or the Cost for Exam $45.00 Pre-book essential as Hirer will be charged cleaning costs; 7. No responsibility accepted for any damage to underground services numbers are strictly limited. unless a plan is supplied prior to setup; Refresher $10 (already licensed, 8. Setting up of equipment is included in the hire charge; but would like to watch the presentation) 9. Transport of hired equipment beyond 5km will incur a nominal charge Juniors (12-16) $15 welcome to sit the exam for for fuel; special permit (Please ring 1300 363 805 for full 10. Half price hire is provided to community and sporting clubs. details of special permit)
For all hire enquiries and bookings please contact Sharon and Rolf Petrovic at Robe Parts and Motor Services during business hours * * YOU MUST BRING: only on 8768 2866, or Club President Dave Thomas on 0407 254 710. Valid Photo ID to the Exam * *
Bookings made with reasonable advance notice are appreciated. Presented as community service: Hosted by Kingston Community School Chaplaincy programme. WEDNESDAY NIGHT IN THE ATTIC HOUSE
GOVERNOR ROBE WINES invite you to join us Tickets and Books – Contact On the first Wednesday of every month Brigette Olsen – 0428 655 191. Enquiries welcome ‐ next evening, Wednesday 6 November
From 5.30 pm un l 8.00 pm for The VERY INFORMAL Book Club! Free wine tas ng Thursday 21 November at 10am $10 for a mug of homemade soup with at the Robe Library. bread and a glass of our wine of your Book Sale Meeting followed by choice The Very Informal Book Club. 10% discount on all wine purchases Enquiries: Di Nolan 8768 1943 or Lonny 0427682778
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COMMUNITY NEWS
The Wimmera Hearing Society provides free hearing screen- ings to Western Victoria. We will be visiting Robe at the Foreshore car park on Friday November 15th, between 10am-4pm
The society is a non for profit organisation, based in Horsham. We do not sell or sign people up for any further testing or hearing aids. Our service provides each person with the results of their hearing screening and any further recommendations that we feel are required. Any refer- ral will be to your own Doctor.
We have been providing this service to the Wimmera and Western Victoria for 30 years. All staff have been trained in audiology and coun- selling.
Our services offers residents of small communities the opportunity to have their hearing checked with a pure tone hearing screening, recom- mendations can include, referral to Doctor, for further investigation. Communication strategies, to assist persons that have a minor hearing loss. Minor repairs to hearing aids along with education about wearing hearing aids. A small number of hearing assistive devices are also on WIMMERA HEARING SOCIETY INC display for the public to try, these include: TV devices and volume con- trolled Telephones. FREE HEARING ASSESSMENTS ROBE
If you can relate to any of the follow, it may be time to get your hearing FRIDAY NOVEMBER 15TH checked: 10 AM—4PM Turning the TV up louder than other members of the house- hold FORESHORE CARPARK Asking people to repeat themselves Have trouble hearing conversation in a crowd or at a meeting FURTHER INFORMATION Can’t hear in the car when traveling CONTACT 0417342850 Think that people now mumble, instead of the old days when they were taught to speak clearly NO APPOINTMENT REQUIRED People don’t speak clearly on the telephone
Its time you came and had a hearing test. ROBE R.S.L
Your hearing screening will give an indication of how you are hearing REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE and if you happen to fail, we will direct you to professional providers that will assist, or give you communication tips that will assist you. SATURDAY 11TH NOVEMBER 2013
The Wimmera Hearing Society has been travelling around Western Victoria for many years providing this service. Two years ago we LOCATION: WAR MEMORIAL VICTORIA STREET ROBE launched a new mobile testing unit and now have the capacity to ex- pand our service to other parts of rural Victoria. The Hearing Society is TIME: 10:45 AM SERVICE funded via Medicare Local, part of the Department of Health and Age- COMMENCES ing.
All staff complete intensive training annually, to keep abreast with the Members of the public and service latest hearing technology and have complete audiometry training. organisations are invited to attended.
D Peel Moving On From Road Trauma PRESIDENT
Has your life been touched by Robe CFS Group Road Trauma? General Meeting
Come along for the opportunity The Robe CFS Group will be holding its to listen, share and be involved in next General Meeting on interactive forums. Wednesday 27th Nov, at the Robe Fire Station, O’Halloran Street, Robe. Weekend of November 15th, 16th and 17th The General Meeting is to commence promptly at 19:45, 2013 at Millicent Civic and Arts Centre (19:30 for 19:45). All Robe CFS Group members are encouraged to attend. For Further Details contact: Dawn Williams Any interested members of the Robe community are cordi- Phone: 87354330 ally invited to attend the meeting. or [email protected] or visit our Enquires in regards to the Robe CFS Group to either, website: www.movingonfromroadtrauma.com.au Brian Kirkland (0427 973 887) or Jim Smith (8768 2798).
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ROBE UNITING CHURCH Tarooki Camp Site Main Road, Robe 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday’s 11.00 am
Robe Art Gallery
Open daily from 10am to 4pm in the Lapwing Gallery on the southern side of the Robe Institute.
Paintings by local artists for sale. All welcome to browse or buy….
Free Admission!!!
If gallery not open contact:
Bernice Green 8768 2114 or Chris Davidson 8768 2594
Robe R.S.L would like to advise they will be asking for donations in the morning, in the following places
Poppy Day Post Office - Monday 4th Thursday 7th
ST PETERS CHURCH Services will be held as follows‐ Newsagent- Wednesday 6th
1st Sunday of the month extended R.S.L Raffle– to upgrade communion will be held at 10 am. the kitchen 3rd Sunday of the month Fr. Bob Hupfeld will Newsagent– Saturday 16th conduct the service of Holy Communion at 11 am. Post Office– Thursday 21st
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Christmas is Robe Community Bank Branch fast approaching! Lions Education Award It’s time to put on the
thinking caps and
This year the Robe Community Bank branch will come up with ideas for again offer an award to a student from the your entry in the Robe district currently studying Year 12 who is starting Tertiary Education next year. Christmas Parade. Applications are made direct to This year the parade is being held on www.bendigobank.com.au/foundation/robelionseducationaward Sunday 22nd December at 4pm.
Queries can be directed to Robe Community Followed by a Fun Fair and Bank Branch. Carols by Candlelight.
Entry forms for floats are available at The Library and Visitor Information Centre. “Nominate a local young achiever”
Robe Bowls Club
Nominations for the Channel 9 Young Achiever Awards are now open and we Twilight Bowls & BBQ Start Wednesday 13th November want our local young achievers to be recognized. The purpose of the Channel 9 Young Achiever Awards is to acknowledge, Names in by 5.30pm for 6pm start encourage and most importantly promote the positive achievements of young Get up a team or just put your name up South Australians up to 28 years of age. and we will put you in a team. Nominations are being sought in the following categories: The University of Adelaide Faculty of Sciences– Science Please wear flat sole shoes. and Technology Award All welcome. The Coffee Club Arts Award Office for Youth Aboriginal Achievement Award
Flinders Port Holdings Environment Award
Rural Doctors Workforce Agency Rural Health Award
Worldwide Printing Solutions Sports Award Adelaide Airport Sustainability Award AustralianSuper Career Kickstart Award The Health Harmony and Happiness Hostworks Online Achievement Award AGM will be held on
Nominations close on the 22nd January 2014. Sunday 17th November at 2pm
Contact the Awards office hotline 08 8132 0753 if you have any questions or at Mets- 69 Wildfield Road email [email protected] for further information. Ph 0488681834
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SPORTS NEWS Robe Bowls Report
The Robe Bowling Club held their Ladies Invitation Day on a wild and windy Tuesday on October 1st. Judy welcomed players to the first tournament of the season from Millicent, Kingston, Naracoorte, Naracoorte RSL, Mt Gambier, Mt Gambier RSL, Kalangadoo, Pt MacDonnell, Beachport, Penola and Robe. The day was sponsored by SAL Real Estate, Robe Fresh & Robe Seafood and Takeaway and we would like to thank them for their support, it is much appreciated. The winners were Pat Armfield, Di Scott, Anne Ratsch & Janet Lawrie(s) from Kingston and Runners-up Jan Dowell, Betty Pannell, Judith Grosvenor & Jenny Tilley (s) from Pt MacDonnell, the coastal towns doing very nicely.
A big thank you to the greens keepers and gardeners for having everything so neat and tidy after all the storms ,to Necia for being umpire, Chris for the flowers, to Jan and Judy for the official part and to Nesla and all the workers in the club house for a job well done, we need more afternoon tea next time though.
Thursday 3rd Oct with much improved weather we had 34 social bowlers, including 4 visitors from Victoria playing, spon- sored by Baxter’s Shack. The winners were Pat Lynch (s), and visitor Diver and our new junior member Hayden Grum- mett.
Thursday 10th eight ladies came to our come and try bowls and enjoyed learning about the game, it is great to see the interest and anyone wishing to join them can come Thursday morning at 10am.
Thirty played bowls on our mixed social day on Thursday 10th , playing three bowl triples the young and the not so young had a win, with Sam Denton being able to play because of school holidays skippering the winning team of Sam, Bernice Green & Chris Davidson beating his father’s team, who were runners-up, of Mark Denton(s), Gerry Dening & Syd Kirkland.
Friday saw the beginning of our pennant season and unfortunately we had a loss to Naracoorte RSL on our home greens, RSL 52 shots 12 pts Robe 42 – 2. Nesla Boundy, Suzanne Duly, Necia Hunt and Valma Jennings (s) were win- ning, then gave an eight away, but came back fighting to recover and win 24-20. Bernice Green, Betty Alsop, Judith Bermingham & Helen Dawson lost to an on fire Cathy Healy’s team 18-32. Welcome back to Betty, nice to see you back home and playing some very good bowls after most of last year not being able to play.
The Div 2 men welcomed neighbors Kingston to Robe Saturday for pennants and unfortunately couldn’t get a much sort after win only managing a draw on one rink. Robe 72 shots 1 point lost to Kingston 81-15. Vic Dawson, Jim Gray, Mark Giles, Dean Burgoyne drew with Allan Emery’s team 28 all, Clarrie Hunt, Simon Taylor, Sam Denton & Mark Denton lost 25-31 against David Rivett’s team and Ross Dening, Adrian Bermingham, David Robinson & Errol Jennings lost 19-22 against Peter Redden’s team.
Div 5 had to travel to Francis and they made sure the trip was worth it by winning, Francis 32 shots 2 points to Robe 55- 12. Peter (on fire) Sangster, Robbie Lawrie, Barry Moore & Dennis (this is easy) Matthews(s) won 31-12 and Chris Slat- tery, Bill Cook, Brian Gilkes and Brian Nankivell went down on the last end 20-24.
Social twilight bowls and bbq will start on Wednesday 13th November, names in by 5.30pm for 6pm start. Don’t forget any beginners wishing to have a try at bowls remember Thursday mornings 10am.
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Pumpkin & Bacon Soup Method 1. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add on- Ingredients ion and celery, cook for 1 minute and then add bacon. 1 tbs olive oil Cook until bacon browns and onion and celery soften. 1 brown onion, sliced 2. Add pumpkin, potatoes and stock to the pot, cover and 2 celery sticks, sliced bring to the boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook 100g bacon, sliced partially covered for 25-30 mins or until pumpkin is ten- 1kg pumpkin, peeled and deseeded– roughly chopped der. Set aside to cool slightly. 600g potatoes, peeled and diced 3. Using a blender or food processor, blend soup in batch- 2L (8 cups) chicken stock es. Return to the pot, season with cracked pepper. Stir Season with cracked black pepper over low heat until warmed though. Sour cream and chives to serve 4. Serve topped with sour cream and chives
South East Property Maintenance
Lawn mowing and edging Garden rejuvenation & weeding Landscaping Garden Irrigation systems Pruning of shrubs and hedges Gutters Window cleaning Pressure washing Home Cleaning
Will Holmes PH: 0433 284 950 [email protected]
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DRUMMING LESSONS Professional Drummer Jon Merigan BLOCK SLASHING
Have your vacant blocks slashed Of Local Band “Whoos Murfy” now in me for summer. Any age. Any level. Any style. Larger areas also done.
Contact: Lewis Ling First lesson FREE 0428 686 230 CALL ON 0421 500 541
ROBE BEAUTY
Electrolysis Permanent Hair Removal Facial Veins/Redness Pigmentation spots Skin Rejuvenation Acne
Call 8768 2644
For appointments and enquiries
***Qualified Staff needed***
Specializing in:
Body and Paint Repairs Welding Rust Proofing Windscreens
Ph: 8768 2009 Fax: 8768 2517 Mob: 0432 580 157
No Obligation Quotes, Private & Insurance Works
Agents for Carlin & Gazzard
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YOGA in ROBE
(Robe Institute—Smillie Street)
Bringing health and vitality to both body and mind. Learn to access inner stillness.
CLASS TIMES:
Tuesday: 9.00 am—10.30 am Thursday 6.30 pm—8.00 pm Night class Re-opened Thursday: 9.00 am—10.30am 6.30 pm— 8.00 pm
$15.00 per 1½ hour class ($12.00 for pension/ concession)
Plus gold coin donation towards hall hire
Beginners always welcome Suitable for any age group and fitness level Group sessions available on request
***YOGA GROOVE EVENT 12th / 13th OCTOBER***
All enquiries please call Pam-Mobile 0402 730 785
KNEADY THERAPIES
Do you suffer from any of the following ailments?
Sinus headaches Back pain -Remedial & Therapeutic Massage Sore feet -Myotherapy Neck and shoulder pain -Craniosacral Therapy General aches and pains. -Foot Reflexology -Herbal & Aromatic Medicine Take some me out to visit Elise Lehmann at -Emotional Counselling Kneady Therapies to help relieve your Claimable with private health funds ailments with— Conditions which may benefit include muscle, back, Foot Reflexology neck & shoulder pain, sciatica, skin conditions, head- Sports massage aches, PMT, emotional stress, pregnancy.
Anma, Japanese massage Myofascial Release Dr. Tamara Justus (BSc Hons. PhD. Dip RT Drp Arom.)
Cranio‐Sacral Therapy Phone: 8768 1932 Mobile: 0408 858 735 Contact Elise on 0438 202 342 for appointments
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**** You’ll love **** our beautiful new summer nighties, reasonably priced, small to x-large. Use white screen for door at end of house.
Helga Crn George St & Elizabeth St Robe
Ph: 8768 2120
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CARPETS SOLAR PANELS WINDOWS & SCREENS VACUUM SERVICE MATTRESS SANITIZING CONCRETE & PAVERS FLOOR TILES & GROUT TIMBER FLOOR BUFFING
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Est. 1983 Lic. No 200017T
Lawn mowing, tree and shrub lopping
Small garden upgrades
Repairs, maintenance and installation of watering systems
Odd jobs Contact: Harry Keaveney: Mobile: 0407 799 788
every
Brian, Naomi detail by & Mark design design, manufacture & installation of all your cabinets & joinery
Kitchens Stairs Robes Shop fitting Bathrooms Renovation Storage New Ph 8768 1831 Email [email protected]
Building Contractors Licence No 176922
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ROB’S CLEANING SERVICE Need LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATING IN ROBE FOR OVER 10 YEARS
Carpets & Storage? Upholstery: Cleaned, freshened & sanitized by the water extraction method.
Robe Storage has Windows: Improve your outlook on life – have us clean available for short or long term lease stor- your windows & screens. age in clean & secure area. Suitable for Lawns: Servicing Robe and Long Beach areas. small boats, cars, furniture & general use.
Competitive rates from $80 per month. Telephone: 08 8768 2865
Contact Tim Mort on 0438 553 405 Mobile: 0429 670437
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Mat’s Plumbing
PO Box 114, ROBE SA 5276 General Plumbing Gas Fi ng & Maintenance
Phone/Fax: 8768 2878 Mobile: 0427 682 878
abn 35 592 187 979 Lic/Reg No PGE 176769
Robe Yacht Club Hire
Weddings & Functions: $350.00
Full day hire: $270.00 1 & 1/2 day hire: $300.00
Meeting: (3-4hrs) $82.50
All prices include GST Doorway Rock Storage Sheds Available for rent now For enquires or bookings please contact: From only $25.00 per week Ph: 08 8768 2737 Fax: 08 8768 2738 Call in to 25 Victoria Street Email: [email protected] Today for an application form Ph: 08 8768 2737 Email: [email protected]
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General Waste—Robe Township (to Drain L Bridge) General Waste—Longbeach Area (East of Drain L Bridge)
Recycling- Robe Township (to Drain L Bridge) Recycling— Longbeach Area (East of Drain L Bridge)
Temporary Waste Transfer Station Operating Times 2013 Thought of the month ... Mon 10.00—11.00am Tues 10.00—11.00am Wed 10.00—11.00am Thurs 10.00—11.00am Fri 10.00—11.00am Sat CLOSED Sun 2.00 – 3.00pm
Type Fees Boot Load $20.00 6’x4’ Trailer, Car Type Utes $30.00 SUDOKU 8’x5’ Trailers or Similar, Large Utes $55.00 Small Trucks (Single Axle – maxi- $200.00 mum 4 tonne) Mattresses $25.00 Sofas/ Lounge Chairs $15.00 each Car Bodies $50.00 Opening outside of operating hours $220.00
No Putrescible Waste (household waste) is permitted. Half price for pensioners for car boot load only on production of pensioner card.
Green Waste Fee Normal Landfill Fees will apply to any Green Waste Products that requires mulch- ing, however Green Waste products that are segregated and do not require mulch- ing eg. Lawn clippings, leaves etc., can be dumped free of charge within the Land- fill area during the opening times.
E-waste Fees: $1.00/ kilogram
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The Community Newsletter is published, edited, designed, printed and delivered by the District Council of Robe. Community groups and organisations wishing to submit items should forward their information to Nat Skeer at the District Council of Robe by Friday 15th NOVEMBER. It is preferred that items are emailed to [email protected] however handwritten items will be accepted and can be dropped into the Council office, posted to PO Box 1, Robe SA 5276, or faxed on 08 8768 2432.
The views and opinions expressed in articles submitted to the District Council of Robe do not necessarily reflect the views of the Council as a body, nor as individual members. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy in published articles submitted by contributors other than Council, no responsibility is accepted for any errors that they may contain. Council reserves the right to edit or not publish any editorial submission.
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Royal Circus, Robe Mayor Peter Riseley Cr Rino Dell’Antonio PO Box 1, Robe SA 5276 T 08 8768 1834 T 08 8768 2907 Cr Kris na Alexander M 0429 799 528 F 08 8721 4650 M 0417 815 797 T 08 8768 2003 E [email protected] M 0407 454 647 E [email protected] F 08 8768 2432 E crdellanto‐
Website Rural Ward www.council.robe.sa.gov.au Cr Harvey Nolan Cr Lawrence Polomka Cr Jenny Mathews (Deputy Mayor) Email M 0408 083 818 F 08 8768 2616 F 08 8768 1943 E [email protected] M 0408 897 503 M 0429 180 954 [email protected] E [email protected] E [email protected] Cr John Enright T 08 8768 2192 F 08 8768 2924 M 0407 133 887 E [email protected]
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