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Your souvenir edition of the 2009 Moondyne Festival - check out page 22 and 23 of The Herald! 2YEARS May 2009 VOLUME 269 5 Moondyne Festival The 25th Moondyne Festival has been hailed by all who were there as a great success. Stallholders and visitors said it was the best year ever. The atmosphere was electric. There was a huge increase in visitors and locals who dressed in period costume which made for a colourful day. Even the weather was perfect with a gentle breeze to keep the temperature just right. The appearance of the Premier for the offi cial opening took a large number of people by surprise. The Premier, the Honourable Colin Barnett MLA offi cially opened the festival and also apologised for being late. He’d been detained by having to fi ll in for the Prime Minister at another function. As well as opening the Festi- val, the Premier also launched ‘Toodyay, The Long Chronology Volume 1’ prepared by Beth Frayne of the Toodyay Historical Society. He also joked about the fact that this was probably the fi rst time he’d worn a suit in Toodyay. He was escorted from his offi cial vehicle to the stage by some very at- tractive ladies in a lot of makeup and scanty clothing. The organising committee thank the Premier for being such a great local and Shire President Charlie Wroth for his introduction of the Premier. We also thank Pamela Walsh for her wonderful traditional owner’s welcome. Also present at the festival as offi cial guests were Rob Lang and Peter Webb. Rob was Moondyne Joe and Peter was a gang member at the very fi rst Moondyne Festival. The original idea came from Pam Masters who was looking for more ways to bring visitors to our town. Pam sent her apolo- gies and best wishes, as she was unable to attend the day. She also stated ‘I greatly ad- mire the Toodyay community and the various Moondyne Festival Committees that have kept the Festival going over the 25 Years. It is very easy to have a concept and start a Community event but it takes the will of the community and its passion to keep it going. .” “Numbers were way up on previous years,” said outgoing chairperson Peter Robin- son. “This included stallholders as well as visitors.” “We had a huge increase in vintage and veteran car clubs attending which also added to the day’s attractions. Our small committee has worked hard and it is wonderful to see the results of this in a very successful day,” Peter added. “I thank the committee members most sincerely and wish them well for future Moondynes. I also wish to thank everyone who had a role on the day, either helping in some way or acting.” The Moondyne Committee are delighted to be part of the Toodyay Chamber of Commerce (Inc) and wish to thank them for their support. The committee also wishes to thank Deepdale for their wonderful sponsorship of the Log Chop event, and Toodyay and District Financial Services for their generous ongoing support. The wash-up meeting for the Festival will be held on Monday 25th May at the al- Mr Barnett steps out...WA Premier Colin Barnett with Moondyne Festival ‘Floozies’ at the 25th Moondyne Festival, Toodyay, 2009 fresco area of the Victoria Hotel at 12pm. Kathy Robinson

109 Stirling Terrace Toodyay 6566 Page 2. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 The Toodyay Herald is a monthly publication. The deadline for all contributions is TOODYAY HERALD ACCOUNTS HOTLINE the DAY BEFORE THE LAST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH and the paper will be on the streets on the following THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH. All contributions and advertising may be left at the office ofThe Toodyay Herald, 92 Stirling Terrace, Toodyay, or posted to P.O. Box 100, Toodyay, 6566, faxed to 9574 4574 0429 896 860 or emailed to [email protected]. Website :toodyayherald.com.au State President Colin Holt said the basis The Toodyay Herald for introducing the daylight saving trial The Toodyay Herald is a community paper and as such welcomes contributions of was flawed from the outset because the letters, articles and photographs from all members of the community. Contributions community was never consulted. on computer disk are appreciated. 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Copies are them in decision making processes. also available at the roadhouses and businesses in Toodyay, the Northam and York Speaking in Albany during Youth Week, Tourist Bureaux, the Clackline General Store, the Bakers Hill Newsagency and the Nationals Campaign Ms Scott said both city and regional local Gidgegannup Newsagency. Online at www.toodyayherald.com.au governments have a key role to play in Against Daylight planning and providing services for young people, but the level of service varies greatly Savings across the State. RURALPRESS “While some local governments THE Nationals WA will lead the ‘no’ campaign are providing an excellent range of in the lead up to the State Referendum for appropriate Daylight Savings on May 16, 2009. services and programmes, others are deadliNe Delegates at the party’s Annual State definitely lagging and this is having an THANK YOU Conference held in Kalgoorlie supported the impact on their communities,” Ms Scott ISSUE 270 following motion: said. “Local governments should know Thank you to the volunteers who That The Nationals WA campaign against the needs of their local children and young helped with the May edition of the Tuesday May 26 daylight savings for the forthcoming people and are therefore perfectly placed referendum and calls on the State to provide the services and programmes Toodyay Herald: Les Hyde, Grant Executive to allocate $10,000 to fund a they need. Scobie, Jim Bavin, Speedy Cox, ‘vote no’ television advertising campaign “Each local government authority should Samantha Connor, Wayne Clarke, for the daylight savings referendum on have a Youth Plan to guide their delivery of Next editioN May 16. This Conference also calls on services and programs.” Beth Ruthven, Peter Ruthven, the State Executive to design and produce Ms Scott said it was pleasing the vast Shirley Banks, Kiah Connor, DUE OUT ON ‘vote no’ t-shirt to sell as a fundraising majority of local governments have youth venture for further campaigning. advisory councils or similar groups, but she Jordan Connor, Peter Robinson, “Our members and supporters have been was very keen to see innovation in the ways our photographers in Toodyay.. ThursdayJune 4 very clear on this issue so we have elected children and young people are involved in to take a lead role in promoting the no decisions. 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On that day we all rode over Connors bridge and met the Goomalling riders, a girl and a boy with the letter of good will for the Queen. When we got the letter from them they rode home and we went on to Clackline, where we met the riders from Mundaring, two young boys. I had bought a brand new bike for that day for twenty- eight pounds (28-0-0). Some of the riders that took part that day were Bob Lee, Ron Lee and Vern Lee. Tommy Beaver, the New South Wales, Bank Manager’s son, Lewis Chitty who was a veteran rider, his sons Laurie and I think Vern, his brother Wally and there was another four riders, but I can’t remember their names as we had such a big club. We all felt real proud as we rode back to Toodyay. Rita and I met the Queen last time she came out here, at the Garden Party in Perth, and I told her and the Duke about that ride with the Good Will message. She said she had letters congratulating her from most parts of the world and told me to thank all the ones that rode that day. The Duke made me laugh, he photo finish said he would not ride a bike with a message for the Queen, he would take the message in a car. We had a good chat that evening. Bank’s Community Mobile BBQ unit which Mac Wroth and Eric Patten at the 2009 Now, no matter what happens in the future, ANZAC parade - photo by Wayne Weaver she has been there a long time and worked Toodyay RSL Sub was a great help. Today, the rum is not forced very hard. on anyone but, for those hardy souls who are guessing from Memorial Hall to ANZAC Park. Ron. E. Waters Branch about to enter the fray of another ANZAC Day, There was a great crowd at memorial Park to the rum is there. welcome the marchers. TOODYAY ANZAC Commemorative services The main parade and service was a very Our Shire President, Charles Wroth, made a Toodyay Miniature were the best supported services we have had congested event this year. With a lot of the very fitting speech which reflected on the true in living memory. businesses in the terrace being open, it made for spirit of ANZAC and their sense of humour. Railway “Thank you, Toodyay!” a very colourful sight. The parade was very well This was followed by our RSL President, Things kicked off well on Friday when we attended with the community really getting into Bruce Prior, telling the congregation how THE National Convention was held had our customary ANZAC Day appeal. We the swing. There were a lot of groups marching ANZAC Day was made, and about the ‘True in magnificent weather, although, if are as disappointed as you, the members of the and a good crowd of spectators to cheer them Aussie Spirit’. Then we had our new Padre, anything, it was a little too warm some public, by RSL HQ WA on suppling stickers for down the Terrace. The Very Reverend Rick Turner, who led days for visitors from colder climes. us to sell instead of the customary ANZAC Day Bruce Prior brought along his Vintage Car, the congregation in prayer. This pretty well Enthusiasts came from New Zealand, tokens. We are making representation to RSL ‘Matilda’ which he used to cart the old and wrapped up our main services and we retired to South Africa, U.K. and I was told there HQ to go back to the popular token. bold; he may need a trailer next year for the the Toodyay Club to take part in fellowship was one American. There were, of course, We also raffled off a set of Rising Sun rest of us. Toodyay residents have shown that, as the trains from all Australian states as well. Badges. This turned out to be very popular it Warren “WAH” Hall carried out his customary ranks of our veterans dwindle, the numbers Of the many engines presented in the was won by Mack Williamson. There were a job as parade marshal and kept everyone honouring them swell. Grand Parade, a beautiful maroon engine few members of the public who indicated that from the South African contingent was they would like to purchase a set if they were our personal favourite. To show the depth unsuccessful in winning the raffle. To do this, of enthusiasm for their hobby, not only please get in touch with the RSL on 9574 4310 did the owners have to pay their personal and we will see what we can arrange. fares, but ship their precious engines The dawn service was wonderfully attended. and rolling stock from interstate and We had kookaburras laughing on cue to give it AQUARIUS overseas. that true Aussie feel. We also had an addition On the home front, a large contingent to our service this year which was the reading from the Wooroloo Prison Farm arrived out of the roll of honour of all the World War to tear up the old sleepers and cement One veterans who did not return. This was read slabs and lay brick paving on both sides out by two of our members, Dianne Andrich of our railway tracks. These men were and Anne Kidd who did a wonderful job at FREIGHT very enthusiastic about the project and both services. We think this will become a worked extremely hard. One man has permanent feature of our commemorative since returned, bringing his wife and services. family to ride the trains. They will return One of the traditions of Anzac Day is the early in May to help tidy around our track. ‘gunfire breakfast’ which was taken by many Our own small band has been working soldiers prior to going over the top and into very hard and the assistance of these men battle. On Saturday morning, the Toodyay is much appreciated. Lions Club was at the Shire’s Gardeners’ With all staff now having new shirts and Depot setting up for our gunfire breakfast. our brick paving enhancing the station, we This year, they had the use of the Bendigo are quite proud of ourselves. Benny was not happy about wearing his new shirt yet as combined with his plentiful fur it Wheatbelt Clinical is too hot. However it has become a seat cover for his caboose until colder weather Psychology arrives. Please remember that visitors must have closed footwear in accordance with Psychological health problems and WATER SUPPLIES FOR rules set down by the parent body. This disorders controversial subject was again raised at Work, career problems, business issues * Tanks * Swimming pools * Stock the Convention and we hope that at last and change of directi on we may have relief from this restriction where high sided carriages such as ours, Workers’ compensati on Water carrier in the are being used. 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Medicare provider 0427 447 190 (business hours) 9574 2044 Page 4. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Old Coondle School keeping all interested parties informed, and seeking help from organisations such as JUST A NOTE regarding the article in your the Chamber of Commerce and from other April Herald regarding the old Coondle local professionals. We have a wealth of letters School (which is no longer in existence). knowledge in our ‘retired professionals’ According to page 330 of Dr Rica population. At the moment the locals and the Shire each see the other as the enemy. Terrace we have been regularly honoured Ericksons’s history of the Toodyay area – Amalgamation or Integration? ‘Old Toodyay and Newcastle,’ the original This has to change or those who intend with the presence of a sitting councillor or to live, work and become part of the two. Lately we have had the pleasure of Coondle school was opened in February, I AM WRITING this with the hope that the 1897. One hundred and twelve years ago. community will suffer. six sitting councillors guiding us with their The Chamber needs to be a strong readers will take note of the reason for writing knowledge and wisdom. I’m suggesting that It was not very large and was referred to as it. With amalgamation on the way there are the ‘Black Hole of Calcutta’ organisation. It can do this best by being we are effective. made strong by its members. It is well going to be a lot of issues and questions I am appealing to all members of our Later a larger school room was built out that maybe our official representation (our of galvanized iron and was equipped with respected and this is due to the efforts of community, that we will need an alternative its Chairperson Mike Knowles. He kept number of councillors) may be reduced, and representation in the future, more so than verandahs, cloakroom and wash-basins. if that happens, we will need to rely on an The people mentioned in the article are all what could have been a disruptive meeting in the past. So let us build and strengthen very tightly controlled. He was determined alternative representation. this association, as this association is you. now deceased. Miss Mercie Syred (who We will be faced with a different ball game. later became Mrs Maurice Roberts), was my that the meeting was not going to descend Without your support it cannot function and into a gripe session; all discussion was to We will find ourselves, having to face it, sort be there for you if turbulence should occur. husband’s great aunt. Mrs Mary McCluney it, and live through it. We cannot leave it all was her sister and another great aunt of my be positive and forward-looking. Please Toodyay don’t leave it all to a very To this end a revitalised Chamber can to council. Surely they will do their part, small number of people. The association husband and Miss Lucy McCluney was my but we will need to have some input into it husband’s late Mother – Lucy Martin (nee help bridge the divide. The Chamber is needs to share its work with those who not looking back seeking to lay blame; it is ourselves as ratepayers and as people who can and are willing to help. Please come Syred’s) first cousin. I provided a member live here. Remember People’s representation of The Toodyay Historical Society with looking forward seeking to find solutions. forward. We need more new members and Let us all do this together. If you are a and input is the blood of Democracy. more financial members as there are always photos of the late Mrs Mary McCluney, her Also we must keep in mind that city living daughter Miss Lucy McCluney and Mrs business owner anywhere in the Shire of some costs involved. Toodyay, join your Chamber. Help make consultants do not necessarily understand The Toodyay Ratepayers and Residents Mercie Roberts several years ago. our way of living and or our problems. rd I hold several Class Examination it stronger. Association (Inc.) meets every 3 Tuesday, Peter Robinson So, we must first look, listen and analyse 7.00 pm at CWA Hall Stirling Terrace, and Certificates of a late relative from 1909 what’s coming and what will be good for you can help by just being there, bring your with Miss Mercie Syred shown as the Head us as a community. However, we must be own ideas and suggestions. Teacher and several Special Certificates for Thank you, Toodyay optimistic. There is a future out there. Please tell us if we are wrong. Let’s work Excellent Attendance of relatives, showing We must be prepared to accept and embrace together for the better of our community. a Maggie Jewell as Head Teacher in 1914. I WOULD LIKE TO take this opportunity to the future change, and we must prepare a Ben Camenzui In my lifetime (which spans more than thank the many people I have met in my time road that will take us there. Let us together 67 years), I do not remember there being at Toodyay Pharmacy. For the past 15 years look at the future wisely and subjectively. Easter Weekend Fire anything left of the old Coondle school at its it has been my privilege to be considered Let us look at it as an integration of two or original site, although I do believe that some your Pharmacist. I would also like to thank more Australian communities, it could be a WE WOULD LIKE TO give our heartfelt of its material was used to build a shed on a Jeff Nicholas for giving me the opportunity blessing after all as we are all a part of the thanks to all the fire brigades from Toodyay nearby farming property. to manage his business and for his support issue, and we are all ratepayers, and we are who came to our rescue on the Easter Mrs. Doris M. Martin over the years. all equally responsible. More importantly weekend when our property on Leake Rd My new role is to provide Home Medicine communities should determine their own was threatened by a bush fire which started Reviews throughout the Wheatbelt region. direction and destiny. on a neighbouring property. It was a very Make Our Chamber Stronger This involves visiting patients in their homes The TOODYAY RATEPAYERS and frightening experience to have the fire to give them advice about their medications, RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION (INC.) is come to within metres of our house and it C ONGRATULATIONS TO THE answering their medication queries and the one association that has been meeting was a wonderful relief when all the trucks CHAMBER of Commerce on the success then providing information to their GP to and discussing Toodyay issues since March turned up! Everyone worked hard to bring of their recent meeting at Landscape optimise their therapy. I am really enjoying 2006. Our association has been very strong, the fire under control and people came back Outdoor and Hire. the change, travelling the countryside, using forward and open with every issue that has regularly through the night and the following When considering the way developments and expanding my knowledge and meeting been brought to it. The association has lots day to keep an eye on things and make sure are pushing ahead in Toodyay, I believe lots of new people. I am fortunate that in my of achievements on its record and goes from the danger was past. As well as being very that the last thing we need is to become a new role I can still visit patients in Toodyay good to better. There have been a number competent, everyone was very friendly and dormitory town only. That would kill off too. of adverse issues that the association did not reassuring and a great comfort to us. Thanks any community spirit which then leads to I will always remember the generous spirit shy away from and when it had to force a also to ranger Alan and to our neighbour Karl crime, anti social behaviour and closing that made me feel so welcome in Toodyay. point, it did that too. for their help. Sorry for spoiling your Easter businesses. Getting businesses going is Thank you again and I hope to see you in I must point out that since the beginning weekend and many many thanks! not just following the rules. It is attitude, my travels. our meetings at the CWA hall in Stirling Kevin and Lorraine McMahon helpfulness, respect, looking at alternatives, Melita Jensen THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 5. ANZAC Day 2009 FROM the commemorative address delivered at the National ANZAC Day ceremony by Her Excellency Ms Quen- tin Bryce AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia during the 2009 ANZAC national address. On our own soil, each capital city and every country town has its memorial and its marker of that loss. From this magnifi cent edifi ce, to regional war cemeteries, to the simplest plaque or park bench, our landscape is inscribed with the story of our sacrifi ce. It is indelibly recorded in our history and identity. We have a sacred trust to remain accountable to its legacy. Yet we also keep faith with Anzac through the everyday. In our own fi nding and testing of courage. In our building of lives, homes and communities. In our willingness to persevere through misfortune and adversity; to remain hope- ful in the dry gullies. In our capacity to reach out and deep when fl oodwaters rise and bushfi res ravage. In our remembrance of each other. These too are thanks for what was laid down on our behalf. They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old.” Yet in our growing we allow them to fl ourish. In our days and years, their memory fi nds an ample place. “At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.” anzac day 2009 Photographs by Wayne Weaver, Photographer

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Op Shop Thankyou THE Volunteers at the Toodyay Op Shop would like to thank all those who attended their 30 year celebration at The Freemasons Hotel on Friday 27th March. It was unfortunate, however, that representatives from the Shire were unable to attend. Nevertheless, a good time was had by all. Many people from various organisations who had received support from the Op Shop over the years expressed their gratitude in Shire President Charlie Wroth opens the personal speeches and for this we thank Ned Kelly exhibition them. Volunteers from the past also came and this was much appreciated as some had travelled quite a distance. Our thanks also Ned Kelly: Folklore go to Stella at The Freemasons Hotel for the wonderful display of food. Hopefully we will beanies, scarves, and knitted toys being made Hero or Cold Blooded be around for another 30 years! An Inspiration at a great rate. Toodyay Op Shop Killer? WHEN the recent bushfires occurred in Many thanks to all these ladies and to the Victoria, now called Black Saturday, I CWA for supplying the hall for our quilting FOR the next six weeks, Newcastle Gaol remembered that, when the fires in Canberra sessions. Also, thanks for all the donations of in Toodyay is home to the Ned Kelly: Fact Who Would be a happened, Carol Zimmerman made four wadding and fabric given by so many Craft and Fiction exhibition. The exhibition is quilts for the four firemen that lost their Ladies. designed to challenge the preconceptions Editor! homes in the fires while out fighting the My husband and I will be travelling, on and myths that surround Kelly and his fires. behalf of the Coondle/Nunile Brigade and GETTING out this paper is no picnic. the Craft Ladies of Toodyay, to Flowerdale gang, arguably Australia’s best know If we print jokes people say we are silly; This was what inspired me to ask my and most loved bushrangers. Was Kelly Friday Craft Group if they would be willing in mid May to personally deliver all these If we don’t they say we are too serious, kindly donated items for the Brigade and really the peoples’ champion, fighting for If we clip things from other papers for us to work together making quilts for the a noble cause, or a common criminal who Victorian victims. community of Flowerdale. We are too lazy to write them ourselves; We have been in touch with Glen Woods. was not above murder to avenge injustices If we don’t we are stuck on our own stuff. In the meantime, my Brigade, Coondle/ suffered by family and friends? Nunile, was looking for a Sister Brigade to He and his community are astonished at the If we stick close to the job all day, generosity and kindness of Toodyay and are The exhibition was officially opened on We ought to be out hunting up news assist in Victoria. On mentioning this to the Friday 3rd April 2009 by Toodyay Shire ladies of the Craft Group we chose to send looking forward to our arrival and assistance. If we do get out and try to hustle, This fills me with pride on behalf of our President, Cr Charlie Wroth. The opening We ought to be on the job in the office. our quilts to the same Brigade. was attended by Councillors, Museum Since then, Flowerdale has been chosen and town. If we don’t print contributions How wonderful; in Australia you are never volunteers, Toodyay Historical Society We don’t appreciate true genius; Ross Horsburgh, while visiting his mother in members as well as invited guests from a Benalla made contact and met Captain Glen alone. And if we do print them the paper’s full of Gail Fellowes variety of heritage organisations. junk Woods of the Flowerdale Brigade. Guests were able to view the exhibition, Concerned with winter coming on, we had Thank you also to Gail and the group for If we make a change in the other fellow’s personally delivering the last shipment which was developed and sponsored by write-ups we are too critical; sent with Ross some made quilts which were the National Museum in Canberra. To greatly appreciated. of toiletry items (donated by the Toodyay If we don’t we are asleep. community and assembled by the Scouts) celebrate the opening, the Moondyne Now, like as not, someone will say, After I approached many of the Toodyay Gallery display at the Gaol has also been ladies who do craft, there are now quilts, Above: A member hard at work; below, the We swiped this from some other player group with their quilts. upgraded to incorporate new interactive We DID!! elements that explore the life and times Toodyay Herald, 30 June 1939 of Moondyne Joe, Toodyay’s own folklore Swiped (again) May 2009 hero. Cr Wroth said, “There are many similarities between Ned Kelly and The Steady Moondyne Joe. Both were outlaws and thieves; however, they both managed Subscriber to gain the sympathy and assistance of ordinary citizens, who often aided How dear to the heart is the Steady them in their attempts to evade the law. Subscriber, Newcastle Gaol is the perfect setting for Who pays in advance the first of each year; an exhibition such as Ned Kelly: Fact or Who send in his money and does it quite Fiction and we are delighted to host it.” gladly, Residents from Toodyay and surrounding And casts round the office a halo of cheer. areas are encouraged to take the time to He never says “Stop it, I can’t afford it,” view the exhibition, which will be on Nor, “I’m getting more papers now than I display at Newcastle Gaol until the 27th can read,” May 2009. But always, “Send it, the family likes it, For further information, contact the In fact, we all find it the thing that we Toodyay Visitor Information Centre on need”. 9574 2435 or www.toodyay.com Toodyay Herald, 30 June 1939 Page 8. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 our district. The motion was lost 4:5. With no A new two shop retail complex is planned Government Act (1995) gives a lot more Fly on the Wall foreshadowed motion no more could be done for the open grassed area next to the old fire power to the administration compared with on that subject. I’m not sure in what format station on Stirling Terrace. Parking bays are the previous Act. There is nothing wrong IT was out to the Bejoording Fire Shed for or how soon this policy can be revisited. to be accessed from Charcoal Lane. Along with that as long as people are treated fairly the April Ordinary Meeting of Council. The Another policy was also presented, this one with the new Supermarket to be built soon, and cooperatively. Fairness and cooperation most striking impression from the meeting for road maintenance contributions from the the face of the CBD will radically change. need to be a two-way deal. was the much improved behaviour from both Extractive Industries (LPP7). The idea with The usual financial items were discussed There are some aspects about Toodyay the gallery and the Councillors. It is easy to this one was to formalise a standard which has and passed. A question was asked about which makes it unique. The first is the very be nice. been used for the last couple of years. This some legal expenses which the CEO took on low local participation rate of people working Question time had its usual brace of time the recommendation was passed. notice as he was not prepared to reveal the in the town, which is below 50%. This is accounting questions. I’m not an accountant’s We then came to the proposed mobile cause of the expenditure in an open meeting. because many people commute to Northam bootlace, so most of the questions and phone tower in Julimar. This one also Something sensitive there for somebody I or the City, are retired, are fly in fly out answers are out of my reach but very relevant signalled some debate. Most of the concerns think! workers or reside in the town on weekends. nonetheless. An interesting question arose were health-related and unsightliness. This Last came a recommendation to accept The second point is that the average age concerning roadside clearing / pruning which recommendation was deferred to allow some items into the Shire’s museum of people in the Shire is believed to bethe appears to be an issue. The CEO, Mr Merrick, discussions with Optus to look at alternative collection. I can’t understand why this is not highest in WA. The third critical issue is the explained that a clearing permit had only sites, further away from homes. dealt with by the museum curator and the average income, which is lower than the state recently been approved after four years of The Victoria Hotel is to have a drive through administration. Surely that is why we have average. All three factors make it doubly negotiations. The works on Folewood Road, bottle shop next to the Billiard Room. Council a curator. There are other, more important important that small to medium business is in particular, and some other roads, were approval was needed to allow a setback to issues with much greater ramifications for encouraged in Toodyay. The third speaker, carried out some years ago. bring it in line with the heritage building next the whole community which are dealt with Robert Millar spoke briefly about the role of There were three submissions on the door and also a lower roof pitch of 15° rather by a delegation of authority. the Ombudsman. The Ombudsman’s office evening. The first one was opposing the than the policy requirement of 25°. Both of Peter Robinson is there to help resolve differences through erection of an Optus tower in the Julimar area. these changes are to reduce the visual impact mediation. The Ombudsman does not have It was claimed that it was unnecessarily close of the structure on Stirling Terrace. The any legal power to enforce decisions but to a group of residences, as well as a potential recommendation was passed. Chamber Meeting the position is held in high enough regard eyesore. The other two submissions were A request has been made to the Shire to to encourage individuals and government to do with the proposed bed and breakfast demolish the mud brick building known OVER 60 people attended the Chamber of departments to comply. The Ombudsman accommodation policy. as ‘Knockdomony’ on Goomalling Road. Commerce meeting held at the premises of does not have the capacity to investigate The President usually only tables his The building is on the Council’s Municipal Landscaping Outdoor & Hire, on the evening businesses; it is only there to hear complaints monthly report. On this occasion however Inventory of Historical Places. The heritage of April 20. from individuals and business against Cr Wroth added some extra comments adviser rates this as a significant building, as The main topic of discussion was the government departments and agencies. It is about discussions about amalgamation the mud brick buildings of that age are rare, and decision by Council to take legal action an important non- Toodyay Shire has had with Victoria Plains it has an association the pioneer Whitfield against Landscaping Outdoor and Hire. legal, low-cost avenue to resolve differences. and Goomalling Shires, as well as the more family. The council is currently in the process Steven Stanbrook from Landscaping Disputes will always occur from time to time, formal investigation into the feasibility of of adopting a heritage list under the provisions Outdoor & Hire gave a run down on the and it is on those occasions when mediation amalgamation with Chittering. Both Victoria of the new LPS4. Because of this the Shire events which led to the Council accepting could be the best course of action. Plains and Goomalling are looking at recommended that the application be deferred. the administration’s recommendation to Chamber of Commerce Chairperson Mike Toodyay as possible partners. There is a long Councillors agreed with this position. prosecute them. Steven made it quite clear Knowles maintained throughout the meeting way to go in this exercise. At some stage the Ironbridge Holdings, the developers of the that there is no denial that they traded that there was no intention to place blame communities concerned will need to see ALL River Hills estate, (Foggarthorpe) have gone illegally but he also made it clear that there and that the group needed to collectively the cards on the table and then given adequate to the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT) were extenuating circumstances. He gave a focus on positive solutions. During a recent time to consider any proposal (either for or to try to get clearances to sell 76 of the total balanced account of both sides and talked meeting between CEO Graham Merrick against) and respond by submissions. 375 lots in this development. At SAT the of the need for the Shire to provide details and representatives from the Chamber of The first recommendation was the holiday Shire has no direct say; however they are of all their requirements in a timely fashion Commerce, Mr Merrick indicated that he accommodation and bed-and-breakfast invited to attend the mediation hearing so to businesses. Steven emphasised just how would make himself available for meetings policy Local Planning Policy 6 (LPP6). This- the Shire’s concerns can be represented. The important it is for local businesses to be between Council and Chamber. Members generated some good debate both for and Shire is to present its arguments on several members of the Chamber of Commerce are encouraged to discuss any issues with against. One issue raised was whether industry specific items (which SAT had determined) to enable them to be a strong force. It is their Chamber representative. should be involved in creating the policies, or to the WAPC so that Toodyay’s views can hard for the Chamber to speak in defence The Chamber would like to thank Steven to leave it up to the Officers plus submissions be considered at the next SAT meeting (the of businesses if they are not members, and Stanbrook and Rob Welburn for their to try to change any aspect industry disagrees statutory planning committee). All of these the more members it has, the stronger the donations of food and drink for the meeting, with. However, the biggest point raised by meetings are very important as Toodyay must voice. as well as hosting the event at Landscaping Councillors was the tone of the policy more not be left with insufficient bonded money to Landscaping Outdoor and Hire advisor Outdoor and Hire. than the content. Some Councillors are complete the required works to meet agreed Terry Bush gave a no-nonsense look at the For more information about joining realising that we need user friendly text in our minimum standards of infrastructure works, rights and responsibilities of both the Shire the Chamber of Commerce, phone Mike policies so that business is encouraged into as has happened before. and development applicants. The Local Knowles on 9574 4488. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 9. Next Meeting: Friday 8th May – Toodyay Music Club International Night. Any style of singing or instrumental Inc. performance is welcome, so long as it is DO come along to our ‘International’ acoustic. Come as performer or audience to theme night in May. I hear that there will our monthly meeting - Toodyay Music Club be many fascinating new songs from other Inc, Second Friday of each month, 7pm at lands, some in English, some not. It’s a the CWA Hall. For further information great night’s entertainment, with just a contact Teddy or Spencer on 9574 4492. small cover charge for supper. Jenny Edgecombe Although the April meeting fell on the Easter weekend, our keen members Arts Toodyay decided to meet anyway, and a good number of them turned out for a thoroughly OUR group is for anyone interested in any enjoyable evening. of the art forms including music, writing, art, The first skiffle session included some craft, textiles, photography, dance, etc, etc. cheerful, bouncy numbers to get us going At the moment we are mainly visual artists – ‘Oh Boy’ and ‘Side by Side’. In the but, if other cultural pursuits interest you, later session, Jeanette led us in a moving do come along to our meetings and broaden rendition of ‘Union Miner’, in memory of our horizons. Members are able to use the our founding president, Stan Sutton, who building for workshops (for a small fee to passed away three years ago. It sounded cover amenities), as well as many other wonderful, and showed the benefits of tangible and intangible benefits. building up a range of easy, familiar songs Member news has been interesting this as the basis of the sing-along, to encourage month. Tom Carter was recently invited, from everyone to take part. a select field, to participate in an Advanced Teddy and Spencer then gave us the Photography course in Port Hedland by the delightful ‘Delaney’s Donkey’, and managers of the Courthouse Gallery there. the ukulele group followed up with a Sharon Boxall, who won the Rural Theme marvellous number, ‘The Old Holden Prize in the Toodyay Show last year, has Waltz’, enriched by Allan’s performance been invited to enter the Shell Agricultural on the mandolin. Allan has made a Award at the Perth Royal Show. Sharon is considerable contribution to the club in also running our next workshop on Sunday establishing this group. It has given all the 14th June. This will be in LINOPRINTING club members a great deal of enjoyment, at our ‘headquarters’, and runs from 10am and opened up new horizons for the to 1pm, all materials provided, cost $20. No players, some of whom never dreamed that experience necessary. I’m sure Sharon will they could learn to play an instrument. inspire you with this interesting and effective It’s not possible to list all the items, but medium. Phone her on 0429 829 440 for Jeanette’s unaccompanied ‘Songs of Home’ more details. and Nancy’s ‘Barcarolle’ on the accordion Sandy and Sharon’s ceramic workshop was were lovely. I always enjoy Frank’s ‘Down excellent and everyone had a relaxing and in the Tube Station at Midnight’, and Joe’s fun day making many amazing creations. ‘Guysborough Train’. Just after the paper’s deadline was our Our newest group now has a name - ‘The Moondyne Exhibition in the Town Hall’s Missing Chords and Keys’. Kathy, Rhonda Foyer. With plenty of entries and talent it and Bob impressed us all with that golden was a knockout I’m sure! oldie, ‘Sad Movies Always Make Me Cry’. There’s been a request for artworks to be Pam and Jenny with the new kit If you remember that one, it sort of gives donated for an auction. Proceeds are to go away your age! to the student TAFE Photograds end-of-year Flexible Learning only one we will be holding this year, and exhibition costs. Contact Rhiannon on 0422 depending on the popularity of it, we will Generally I prefer not to mention my own participation, but I think I can safely 351 550 if you can help. offer the course again next year.” Remember our local show is not that far Option Senior First Secretary, Pam Tenant, needs to have the say that my unplanned performance of the Leonard Cohen classic, ‘Suzanne’, away. Now would be a good time to start bookings registered early. Either the CD or working towards it. Categories are similar, Aid Certificate the Workbook can be ordered and distributed towards the end of the night was quite well-received. and size restrictions have been removed from so students can commence their one day the Rural Theme and Sculpture categories. ARE you due for a first aid refresher? St John learning at home as soon as possible. “I Leila and Spencer, always experimenting Ambulance Service Toodyay-Bolgart sub with new musical ideas, played an It was a great display last year and will be have already run a Flexible Learning course again I’m sure if everyone puts something centre, in keeping up to date with available at a remote sub centre and the response instrumental version of ‘The Ash Grove’ options, is running a ‘Flexibile Learning with Leila on violin with Spencer in. th was encouraging,” said Pam. “It allows the Check ‘When and Where’ column for Day’ on Sunday, 28 June for anyone who student to learn in their own time around accompanying by plucking (I think that’s has already done a Senior First Aid certificate the right term) the ukulele strings. This was contact and meeting details. their commitments, then come to the sub Margot Watkins that is due to expire any time this year. centre on the one structured day for the very effective and enjoyed by all. First Aid Instructor, Jenny Willgoss said, practical assessments. For workers, this can “This option allows busy people who need to mean the difference between keeping their keep their First Aid Certificate current, to do accreditation up or letting a very valuable one day of learning at home with either a CD life skill lapse due to lack of time.” for their computer, or a hard copy workbook, If you have a current Senior First Aid and then do the follow up day at the Sub certificate that is due to lapse this year Centre Training Rooms concentrating on the and would like to take up the option of the practical skills. Flexible Learning, the date to remember is “We are inviting anyone who did their Sunday 28th June 2009, and the person to First Aid Course three years ago and whose contact is Jenny Willgoss on 9574 2455 or certificate runs out this year to look at this a/h 9574 2412 or Pam at the sub centre on option and book into this course. It is the 9574 2390.

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Some on horses, some in sulkies, have come and gone, by being fortunately Don’t Be Blind To Nunyle Agricultural Some will do a hike. found over an underground watercourse, we All along the road careering, believe. His gnarled sides bare the scars House Mice Hall Speeding up with all their might. of a few fi res. One in particular hollowing all the way up from the ground to just GRAINGROWERS throughout the wheatbelt BETH Frayne of The Historical Society (Inc) Now the time comes for admission, over 10ft making an alcove of child size have been urged to monitor their paddocks has compiled some notes about the history Through the wide unfolding doors. proportions – a secret hideaway. He leans for mice activity following recent isolated of the Nunyle Agricultural Hall, along with Can you picture all the beauty, rather rakishly- fortunately for us – away reports from the Geraldton and Esperance a poem dated 1939 (originally printed in the Yes. The pleasure will be yours. from the house and the driveway looking regions. Herald). They are as follows: Flags and banners gaily fl ying for the entire world as if he was waiting for a With the start of seeding possibly just Bernard Maurice Connor gave an acre Decorations bright and grand, bus. His limbs bear the signs of a hard life, weeks away, the Department of Agriculture of land from his property Woodendale, on Whilst sweet melodies are rendered muscles bulging in the fashion of a body and Food has advised farmers to carefully which the hall was built. The local people By the latest Swingtime Band. builder tested by the unforgiving winds assess their paddocks for mice while combined with some of the Norman Estate broken off in places where the weather got planning their cropping program. people and applied for a government grant Cornet, violin and piano, the better of them. Invasive species project manager Tim to build the brick Nunyle Agricultural Hall, And perhaps a steel guitar, No one would have noticed him if we had Stevens said mice could be particularly which was opened in April 1904. (Erickson. Bringing lovers of good music, not cleared a portion for our home, but now damaging at seeding, as they can eat recently Old Toodyay and Newcastle, p. 332-333) From the centres near and far he provides a cubby of sorts, in his arms for sown grain and/or germinating seedlings. There is a letter to the Editor by Thomas Majors, Captains and Lieutenants, our grandchildren. One of his arms extends Mr Stevens said farmers should continue Anstey about the ownership of the Hall, in Lots of nice boys from the City, out to hold a wooden swing over the drive to monitor their paddocks over the next which the Toodyay Herald, 8 Sept. 1939 Some from Northam and from York for these same children, testing their legs few months, especially if the current mild (p.6), which says that in 1913, Reserve And for ever you’ll be laughing, after yet another dizzy wizzy. How he must conditions continue. “Mouse numbers across 8638, on which the Hall was built, was When you hear the Lambeth Walk. wonder at the strangeness of the simple a paddock can be patchy so it can be diffi cult vested in the Minister of Works. A public Eleven-thirty tea adjournment, pleasures of us, mere mortals. to assess their numbers without examining meeting was held at the old Wicklow Hills Everything is going gay, The ground around his roots is littered the whole paddock before deciding if action School to discuss getting a grant to build a Nice refreshments sweet and dainty with the debris of time, shedding leaves is required,” he said. hall. B.M. Connor then donated the land. Served upon a silver tray. and small branches and gum nuts so that “Mice are most active at night time, so John Haywood of Mt. John and F.A Lee of walking here the crunching sounds add to sightings of mice during the day can often Coondle were associated with the building When the programme is concluded, the mystery and awe of his presence. indicate high numbers. Another good committee. Through the windows peeps the dawn. Only one half of him produces a sweet indicator is increased activity by birds of The Shire of Toodyay retains possession And the grey light in the distance, smelling blossom now, but the parrots still prey.” of the Foundation stone of the Hall. Signifi es the coming morn. enjoy their nectar. The occasional visiting Mouse numbers can build up under In the Toodyay Herald, 30 June 1939 on Lights are dimmed the dancers vanished, kookaburra will spend hours sitting and favourable conditions, such as a late harvest, page 1, there is a small advert: One by one they leave the hall. watching from his loft in the chance of a mild winter and a relatively warm and dry ‘Nunyle Hall Taking with them pleasant memories, tasty morsel passing by. Just recently the spring. Roadside verges can be common Autumn tea Dance Of the Country Women’s Ball. noisy crows used his branches at daybreak breeding refuges for house mice. (Under auspices of C.W.A Branch) th to announce in the way of a rooster, the The department recommended good farm Wednesday, July 12 rising sun, much to the house occupants’ hygiene measures to minimise the risk of Orchestra a special feature chagrin, I might add. The hollows in his mice like cleaning up any mouse refuges, Lovely supper. Splendid fl oor. trunk and in some branches suggest past such as rubbish tips, weedy fence lines and Popular price.’ nesting places. We had hoped to see them any split grain and, where possible, to graze It was followed by a poem by an anonymous occupied again, but not so far. stubbles. There is also an effective control ‘Nunyler’ – His beauty is in his ugliness, the time option available. Nunyle Hall Autumn Tea Dance weathered look of a man working the land “Mouse numbers can be reduced by ground Have you heard the wireless message, seeing mean times and good. His place or aerial broadcast of Zinc Phosphide grain Did you hear the bugle call, in this land has been important to beast, bait, available from licensed S7 retailers who When the Autumn leaves are falling, bird and now man. His passing (when it can provide farmers with information on its And the Kookaburras call, happens) will not be noticed by anyone use,” Mr Stevens said. “Farmers should note Now awaken from your slumber, except the residents of this property, maybe there are strict label regulations governing Come! You dancers one and all, not in my lifetime, but we will be the better the use of Zinc Phosphide, including a 14 Celebrate this gaily function, for having had him in our life. day withholding period prior to harvest.” The Country Women’s Ball. Am I a “tree hugger”? Yes, I have hugged a For more information on mouse control few trees, and now this one. I have chatted visit the department’s website www.agric. There’s motor cars and buggies, to him from time to time, one sided though wa.gov.au and search for ‘mouse control’ or And some will journey far, it may be. I have encouraged him to hang call its Pest and Disease Information Service Somewhere out beyond the Wheatbelt, The View From My in there and not to let his age get him down on freecall 1800 084 881. Comes a little jaunting car. (so to speak). I’ve told him I wouldn’t let the children hurt him in any way. They too Workroom Window enjoy his being here. AS the name suggests, this room houses our We once lived where the view from our work implements. A computer, and ironing windows were either brick walls or ugly board (yes they do still exist) and my sewing fences, but now all our windows have a table. I’m a quilter. Because my head is view to be envied, a view of some beauty usually down in here, one would never in it’s own particular way. imagine the view ever being noticed or even Our Old Working Man Gum Tree’s future enjoyed, but here you are quite wrong. depends on his determination to prevail, Firstly is the driveway and then further and we will continue to enjoy his presence down our rainwater tank. But the most on our property. He will continue to work impressive thing in the window is our Old to stay alive and to continue to purify our Working Man Gum Tree. His position most air in the way of all good trees. And as for assuredly saved from destruction because of me, May I work well as long as I live, and his age and beauty. live well as long as I work. We have many large gums on our property, Anne Skinner their future guaranteed because of the zoning laws by the shire, this being bush property. Along with many black boys or LOSE WEIGHT - FEEL GREAT grass trees, banksias and she oaks, they are with all safe. Our Old Man stands out over and beyond HERBALIFE them all. As I stand at the window he towers over the house at least 100ft and for your Calorie controlled weight management information he measures 219 inches around programme his girth. I have no way of guessing his For personalised programme ring age, but he must be over 100 years old, Edith Welburn on 1800 818 289 I’m sure. email [email protected] He has stood here, overlooking the valley, Or order your products at and his smaller siblings, withstanding the winds that really blow through here. He [email protected] has withstood the many dry seasons that BAKERS HILL VET. CLINIC TOODYAY DAY EVERY WEDNESDAY • Our regular day in Toodyay, at a reduced charge, is proving very popular. Remember, bookings must be made prior to each Wednesday. • A great way to save on routine work such as drenching, vaccinations & preg. testing. • House visits for pets - farm visits for large animals. • No travel charge from Bakers Hill to Toodyay or within 5km of Toodyay PO. • Travel chargedfrom Post Offi ce for farm visits. • Our usual service applies any other day. • Please phone 9574 1061 to book appointments or make enquiries. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 11. early stage, has been really encouraging,” Kim said. “Without that inspiration from the ‘Mums with Big Idea’s’ show, I’m sure I would have been watching someone else publish my book idea and thinking, ‘I was going to do that.’” The LEND and BORROW Book, The Easy Way to Remember, Who’s Got What! keeps a records of what was loaned or borrowed, to whom or from and when, all in one handy little book. It is Kim’s hope that users of The LEND and BORROW Book will never again have to ask all of their friends that embarrassing question, “Do you happen to I Want My Stuff have my...?” In addition to The LEND and BORROW Back! Book, Kim is currently working on two illustrated children’s books, one of which HAVE you ever spent an hour turning the may be ready for release within the next house upside down looking for something, year. maybe searching for a lost book, DVD The LEND and BORROW Book retails at or much loved tool, only to eventually $12.95 and can be purchased either online remember that you loaned it to someone a at the book’s website, www. lendandborrow. while back? Now you can’t for the life of com.au or locally at the Toodyay Chemmart you remember whom you loaned it to? Or, Pharmacy. alternatively, have you found something in the house that you borrowed six months ago and now you’ve forgotten whom on earth you TDHS Bomb Threat borrowed it from? Morangup local and mother of two, Kim CLASSES were suspended and students Sharpe, sure has, and it was after realising were evacuated to the school oval during that it was not just her, but most people she an incident last Monday at Toodyay District spoke to who also had trouble keeping track High School. of things they had loaned or borrowed that Principal Alan McLaren said that the she decided to develop her book idea. classes were evacuated as part of the school’s Ten years later, however, it was still sitting incident response plan. in the bottom drawer as just a good idea and “A situation arose where the school was few layouts. It took watching a programme indirectly informed of a potential risn that about ‘stay at home mums’ who had done may arise. As a precaution, the Toodyay The Happy Notes sang a variety of songs something about their big ideas that inspired Police were asked to attend.” Happy Notes Create from yesteryear with many of the old WW2 Kim to take the project out of the bottom An investigation was carried out by Senior songs being very popular with the residents. drawer and into development. Constable Lance French and his team. Police They particularly enjoyed the performance Although the book has come a long way were satisfied that the perceived risk was Smiles of ‘Hey Big Spender’ with the girls from the from the early prototypes which were printed not evident. Mr McLaren said that the cooperative LAST month the Happy Notes choir was choir using feather boas to add an interesting on the home computer, the first edition visual element. The choir finished off with is still bound on the pool table right here response of students and staff was most invited to Killara Centre in Northam to sing impressive and that it was encouraging for the residents. Choir mistress Trish Young songs from Killara’s song book which had in Toodyay by Kim and her friend Misty. many of the oldies joining in with gusto. Also on the binding team are Josh, Kim’s that the school’s safety procedures worked along with choir members Dawn Fitzgerald, well. Gale Anderson and Kathy Robinson spent an The Happy Notes have a standing invitation nineteen-month-old son and his buddy to sing at Killara at any time. We look William, Misty’s son, who are always eager “This course of action was taken as a matter hour singing old favourites to the residents. of standard procedure to swiftly respond to Staff at Killara were surprised at the response forward to performing there again. It was to ‘help’. wonderful to see those happy smiles. “Although it has been a long process and such matters and ensure the ongoing safety of some of the residents who joined in of students and staff. It demonstrated the the singing and playing maracas. One Photo a lot of work getting the book from an idea (l-r) Choir Mistress Trish Young, Dawn to bound book form, it has been extremely value of having documented safety plans as resident even broke into song and yodelled well as practice drills.” beautifully. Fitzgerald, Kathy Robinson and Gale rewarding seeing it come to life. The local Anderson. interest and positive feedback, even at this Police enquiries are ongoing. Page 12. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 fi re chat a look at events from our local volunteer bush fi re brigades

Maintenance / running fi re situations because of health over the next year. I would particularly like Equipment: Bob Day issues, Wayne supported the crew members to thank Tracey and Greg who have stepped Fire Advisory: Wayne Clarke and assisted with mop-ups as required. down from the committee for their help and Social Secretary: Don Ward He took over the position of Captain in contributions over the last year. Bobbie Jones September 2008, on the resignation of After the AGM we had our April Meeting, Desraé Clarke Jaap Zoon, while continuing his role of which was in turn followed by our “end of PPE Offi cer: Beth Milberry secretary/treasurer, Fire Control Officer season” dinner. As usual, this was a great Publicity Offi cer: Desraé Clarke and representative on the Fire Advisory night. The Brigade supplied the meat and It was an exciting night with two life Committee. those attending brought a wide variety of memberships of the brigade awarded to Congratulations are extended to Wayne, salads, vegetable dishes and desserts to share. Wayne Clarke and Bobbie Jones; two new Bobbie, Kevin and Craig. This would be as fi ne a meal as you could get fi re control offi cers, Craig Stewart and Kevin The next training session is to be held on anywhere and the company is outstanding. Hug; and Wayne Clarke named Fireman of Thursday 14th May commencing at 6pm at From the steady fl ow of insulting comments, the Year. the Fire and Emergency Services Centre. it’s hard to believe that these people actually Wayne Clarke has been involved in The next General Meeting is to be held on do like each other, but it makes for an hilarious educating residents of the subdivision of Tuesday 26th May commencing at 7.30pm night. Majestic Heights, since the purchasing of at the Fire and Emergency Services Centre. During the aftermath of the recent Victorian land in 1984, and with fi re fi ghting in the New members are always made very Bush Fires, Brigade members decided that Shire since 1989. He was instrumental in the welcome whether they involved in either an we wanted to contribute, but not through the merging of the former Red Hill and Central active or ancillary role. Enquiries may be major fundraising schemes. Members wanted Brigades into the one Brigade, now known as made to the Secretary, Wayne Clarke, Tel. to do something directly for one of the small the Central Brigade, becoming the inaugural 6364 3609. Brigades affected by the fi res. Through a Chairperson. Wayne has held many roles in Compiled by Desraé Clarke contact, we were put onto the Brigade at the Brigade since that formation. Flowerdale, a small township about 80 km central Bobbie Jones has been involved in NNE of Melbourne. Like us, they are all Central fi re fi ghting since a teenager making her volunteers. They have 15 members, over contribution at well over forty years; she half of whom lost their homes. This was TUESDAY 8th April saw a good attendance continues to be involved in mopping up actually quite good when about 80% of the at the Annual General Meeting of the Brigade procedures. Bobbie was instrumental in homes in the town and surrounding areas were preceded by a social get-together of partners the formation of the catering for fi re crews destroyed. There are now several ladies from and family of Brigade members. Office in the 1960s and is still fully involved. the Brigade making quilts, socks, beanies and Bearers for the 2009-2010 season are as In a voluntary capacity, she cares for the other items – all the cold weather gear. We follows. cleanliness of the Fire and Emergency were quickly joined by the Pin Pricks craft Chairperson: Paul Thompson Services Centre; this is greatly appreciated group and there is a separate article in the Secretary/Treasurer: Wayne Clarke by all the members. Bobbie has been paper on their work. Thanks to all of these Captain: Kevin Hug honoured with several prestigious awards people. Fire Control Offi cers: Brian Wood for her services to fi re fi ghting as a member As the fi re season has offi cially fi nished, Wayne Clarke of the community of Toodyay. coondle our meeting schedule now changes to every Jaap Zoon With two new Fire Control Offi cers named second month, so our next meeting will be Kevin Hug by the Shire, Central Brigade now has a on the second Saturday in June. If you can’t Craig Stewart THE fi re season is over. So, what does that total of fi ve Fire Control Offi cers. With the mean? It means that we are out of restricted wait that long to meet us, come along any Lieutenants: Mick Giles expansion of the population in the area under Friday night for a bite to eat and a good social Jason Newman burning period and you don’t need a permit control of Central the two new Fire Control to burn off that heap of rubbish. However, evening at the Coondle Fire Shed on Coondle Mike McEwan Offi cers are most welcome. West Road. If you have any queries, call Training Offi cer: Kevin Hug it does not relieve you of your responsibility Wayne Clarke was named Fireman of to be careful. Kerry Gregory, our logistics offi cer/social Mick Giles the Year. Although unable to contribute to director on 9574 4470. (Assistant) If you want to burn a heap of branches or pile of leaves, that’s all right, but don’t become No matter where you live, a visit to your complacent. Make sure you have cleared a local Brigade is a great opportunity to meet good break around your fi re and don’t go away other people from around your area and obtain Get a load ‘a this! and leave it burning. If you have to leave, advice about maintaining your property to make sure the fi re is fully extinguished. restrict the chances of fi re. You might even As I said last month, it has been a reasonably decide to join the brigade; it’s not that hard. good season. We have had a lot of call outs, If you can’t get to the shed on Friday night, stoneload but mainly to small fi res. People have been but would like to know more about Coondle careful on the really hot days, but don’t let the Brigade or would like information about any cooler days fool you. The bush may not burn aspects of fi re prevention and safety, phone ContraCting as fast on a cool day, but it will still burn. Peter Ruthven (Captain) on 9574 2951. Addendum: Having written all of the above, Peter Ruthven we – that’s all of the Shire fi re units - spent Your versatile local contractor Monday afternoon of the ANZAC weekend at Morangup putting out an illegal burn. The April General Meeting of the Brigade was preceded by our Annual General Meeting with the election of offi cers. Our committee BuilDinG for the next year is as follows: Sand pads constructed & certified Captain Peter Ruthven > Short Lead timeS 1st Lieutenant Allan Gregory > Lieutenants Brian Salmond, John Interior and colour consultation FarMers Baker, Tania Harrison > > Grain & fertiliser bulk cartage Secretary Megan Ebdon by qualified designer for all our building Treasurer Beth Ruthven clients (valued at $350) > Small or large quantities Training Offi cer Brian Salmond > Book now Social/Logistics Offi cer Kerry Gregory Vehicle Maintenance Fred Fellowes when YOU- to want ensure it delivery Equipment Offi cer Peter Allum Committee members Allan Henshaw, Ross Horsburgh, Gail Fellowes lanDscaPinG It is always good to have a few new We can supply & deliver all your members coming onto the committee. This > rotation allows new people to take on new landscaping soil and rock requirements, roles in the Brigade; it brings fresh ideas including the exclusive Barossa white and broadens the experience of the group quartz - snow white and perfect as a whole. I would like to welcome our new members on the committee, Megan and for feature areas. Gail, and look forward to working with you General WorKs > Driveways > Clean ups > Bobcat and loader work

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80 to 90% of a meeting is boring, but 10 to to put out anything that may escape. Also, 20% has relevant and important information make sure the fire is out before you leave it to the way we run our Brigade and attend fires. unattended. So pull your bloody fingers out and be there at At our Annual General Meeting, there was 6pm Saturday the 16th May. We’ll even supply only one change to the official positions: Lou you with something to eat. Kidd stepped down as Chair and Graham Remember our Fire Shed is always open every Barber stepped up to take the reins. Friday night from 6pm and everyone is welcome At the meeting, we were also pleased to to attend or inspect. Enquiries can be made at welcome Bruce and Mary Guthrie and family this time or on UHF27, or by calling Lawrence to thank them personally for supplying and Haywood 9574 5106 or Barry Grey 9574 2149. helping us install the playground equipment OR, attend our AGM on Saturday the 16th May for our littler members. at 6pm. A sausage sizzle will follow. Afterwards, Bruce gave us a first-hand In case of a fire or emergency, DON’T ring any report of what he’d seen on visiting relatives of the above numbers! Ring 000 FIRST! at the recent Victorian bush fires. You bejoording Hope to see you at the AGM. could have heard a pin drop! We all stood Kim Leonhardt or sat around, absolutely spellbound. His description was so vivid that, even as fire THE end of the fire season is nigh! Well actually fighters who have seen many fire ravaged it’s over by the time you read this. As much as the areas, we were unable to comprehend the crews will perhaps be looking as though they’re extent of what he told us. Many thanks for relaxing, the next few weeks will actually be just both the playground equipment and the story, Les Hayward accepts a basket of Toodyay that little bit more tense. As people start lighting Bruce. goodies from the Julimar Brigade. up cooking and camp fires, please be aware that We were sorry to learn that our local it’s still dry out there and the potential for a fire butchers had decided to pull up stumps ‘Freedom of Entry’ parade for all the to escape is still relevant. and try to lead a more sedate life. Les and emergency services through Toodyay Once the first of the winter fronts comes Lyn Hayward of Haywards Quality Meats followed by a barbecue at Duidgee Park. through and you witness the dining room table have been wonderful in their support for Although, as I write this, the event is yet to floating out the laundry door and the surrounding our brigade, providing us with meat packs take place, so I’ll be able to write more about countryside starts to take on the appearance of for raffles, supplies for our ‘catering corps’ it in next month’s issue of The Herald. an Amazon Jungle, perhaps then will the fire and allowing us to collect monies from the The same goes for our presence at crews start to relax. infamous ‘Pig’s Arse’ which graced their Moondyne on 3rd May. The brigade’s stall, The Emergency Services Freedom of Entry counter for the time that they’ve been in this year, was a breakaway from previous Parade was on 2nd May. I hope you attended! Toodyay. Many thanks to you both for your years. We noticed last year the number of At least, if there’s a call out on this day, there’ll support; we’ll miss you. people who were looking for somewhere be plenty of fire trucks attending quick smart! We held our last training session for the fire to sit down and have a rest. So we supplied The Toodyay Shire Council Meeting was held season on Sunday, 5th April. In preparation such a venue, with tea, coffee, cool drinks, at the Fire Shed on Thursday the 16th April. for the off-season where we would like to scones and bikkies and a raffle. What more Well worth a look. We’d like to especially thank add to our training with controlled burns, could a tired Moondyne visitor want? Margaret and Lawrence Haywood, for their we had a session on what’s required for the During the off-season, we only have one extra-ordinary culinary skills, in providing the julimar exercise. One of our members suggested we meeting on Saturday, 4th July at 5pm. We Councillors with enough nosh to sustain them should have called it, “I can’t believe it’s not continue to hold our BYO BBQs through throughout the Meeting. Lawrence’s gravy THE end of the fire season is now upon us arson!” the autumn / winter on the first Saturday of apparently could only be described as a work but it is not the time to be complacent! We were once again honoured to be asked the month starting at 6pm. of ART and is currently being submitted as a With no rain of any value through March by the Toodyay RSL sub-branch to be ‘The Fireplace’ is open from around 5pm possible Heritage Listing. and April and none forecast for the near included in the Anzac Day march. We had a on a Friday night for some quiet interaction Our AGM became a non-event in April. You future, it’s just as dry out there as it was pretty good turnout and were very pleased with Brigade members. Even if you’re not a COULD say it was due to a call-out on the same during the season. Please, be careful. Don’t by the size of the crowds cheering us along member, come along and have a chat about night, but that only excuses three people for not light fires unnecessarily and, if you do, make as well as attending the service at Anzac your preparations for fire, find out about your attending. With a turnout of three, the meeting sure there is a clear area around what you Park. bush fire brigade and, maybe, even join up was postponed until next month. Yes, I agree, want to burn and that you have water on hand On 2nd May, we took part in the Shire’s as either a fire fighter or auxiliary. Page 14. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 School student has always had a clear goal and support from her family and, with her determination and high work ethic, she will no doubt reach great heights in her future fire chat career in dance. Both students are a credit to their teacher, Lani McGeady, and are fabulous role models for the up and coming young dancers at the Toodyay Ballet School. morangup And while these two were off travelling the world, the rest of the comp students MORANGUP Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade competed at the Penrhos competitions held held its AGM on the 5th of April 2009. This over eight days in the holidays. We had meeting saw the brigade farewell previous fabulous results with lots of happy tearful office bearers and welcome new ones. parents and happy smiling children. Hearty thanks must go to the outgoing Tallon Hogan, 4yrs, Honourable mention committee, John Flower - Captain, Ros Flower medal - Secretary and Noreen Collins – Treasurer. Lily Blechynden, 6yrs, Honourable It is important to recognise these people in mention medal particular as their cumulative support to the Erin Hall, 7yrs, 2nd and 3rd trophies local community currently exceeds 3 decades Danielle Lucy,8yrs, 1st trophy of service. Emily Blechynden, 10yrs, 3rd trophy May we extend a warm welcome to those Isla Cooke, 10yrs, 1st and 2nd and a 3rd taking positions on the new committee for trophies 2009/2010: Mark Briggs – Captain, Sharon Maddi Sheahan, 10yrs, 3 x 1st trophies Gamble – Secretary, Angela Bartels – Treasurer Local Students Dance 5 altogether and is taking his Gd 6 and and a 2nd trophy and Sam Earle – Welfare Officer. intermediate exam both in June this year. Annaliese Arthur, 10yrs, 1 perpetual and Thanks must also go to those members who With numerous wins at competitions a 1st trophies have retained their positions with MVBFB and in New Zealand throughout Perth and auditioning for the Bonnie McGeady, 13yrs, 4 perpetuals , 4 Australian Ballet and the Adjkun Ballet x 1st , 1x 2nd trophies and $50. continue to support their community. WHAT an amazing experience it has Ranger Alan Knapp, Shire of Toodyay graced from America, both high on his list for Lauren Smart, 15yrs, 3rd trophy been for two young local Wheatbelt town this year, he will come home and jump Well done to all of these students and the brigade with his presence at the April children who were lucky enough to travel meeting in order to present course certificates straight into an intensive routine of classes parents who have given up their time for to New Zealand over the school holidays and competitions to prepare him for his their children. to those members who recently completed to compete against some of Australasia’s their Introductory Firefighting Course. Seizing promising future. We are now all preparing for our Annual best classical ballet students. His progress has shocked and thrilled his exam session that will take place in June the opportunity, Alan was promptly declared The Alana Haines Australasian Awards is ‘guest speaker’ and provided the brigade with family and friends and astounded his class with out interstate examiner, so wish a classical ballet competition for students mates when they watched him perform the children luck and encourage them to an exceptional run down of shire practices and aged 11-13, 13 – 15, and 16 – 21yrs. It is local events. at the St Josephs school presentation always strive for higher goals. a memorial to Alana Haines a promising night at the end of last year. This is an Lani McGeady A(dip)CBA CICB cert iv On the fire front, the April conditions provided dancer aged 11 yrs killed tragically in a car a recipe for potential disaster ‘Toodyay-style’ extremely talented student with a huge accident on Christmas Eve. future ahead of him. With incredibly when a paddock full of dry grass was ignited Rhyce Toovey, 14yrs from Northam and as a result of the sparks generated by the steel tough competition, Kate was overwhelmed Kate Arber, 12yrs from Toodyay (both to be announced as making it into the blades of a mower coming in contact with students of Lani McGeady at the Toodyay some concealed rocks in a paddock. This small semifinals and the top 22 students out Ballet School) have had the most exciting of the 88 students competing in her age fire quickly gained momentum as the wind time of their blossoming classical ballet propelled the flames and managed to keep all of group. Kate started her training at Wongan careers by just having the opportunity Hills with Lani McGeady at the age of the shire’s brigades busy well into the night. to take class with famous teachers and Remember to keep a fire extinguisher as a 3 and has really shown her outstanding experience firsthand the incredible talent talent since her family moved to Toodyay precaution close by when operating machinery of children from Australia and New in paddocks or in any other situation where to allow her more intensive training with Zealand. Lani. Kate has always been an exceptional the potential exists for sparks to ignite any This was an unbelievable achievement combustible material, such as metal fabrication student achieving the highest marks for Rhyce Toovey to have reached such possible for exams and winning the WA in a shed. a high standard to be eligible for this If you see a fire, call 000. Do not call local State medal for Gd 3, Gd 4 and Gd 5 competition. Rhyce only began training as well as various scholarships on offer brigade members at the Toodyay Ballet School in 2007. We extend a warm welcome to all new over the years including Perth Classical Having never done ballet before, he took Ballet Scholarships two years in a row, members and remind residents that the an assessment rather than an exam for his Morangup Brigade meets on the third the Mandurah classical Ballet Scholarship Gd 3 level in 2007. Then with 12 months last year and also a week’s tuition at the Wednesday of each month and all are more training he received honours for his encouraged to attend. The next ordinary English National Ballet School which she exam and won the WA State medal for will take up later this year. meeting will be on May 20th 2009 at 7pm. Gd 4 in 2008. He has now skipped Gd Stay Safe MVBFB This twelve-year-old Toodyay High THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 15. Alisun Gray had her 50th this month. Yes Bejoording Babble that’s right! 50! I’m sure you all know how Countryman EVENING all. I’d like to start this article OLD THAT IS! It was a fantasy party (I with an apology. Apparently, in the last guess her fantasy is that she’s still alive!). Gidgegannup Small article, it got pointed out to me that I spelt I tried to fulfil all the women’s and girls’ Geoff’s name wrong. Geoff’s name should fantasies by rocking up in black speedo’s Farm Field Day have been spelt J-E-F-F, not G-E-O-F-F. My and a gold chain; however, the women of my sincere apologies Geoff, I will attempt to household suggested I hold that one off till GET your entries in for space at this rectify this in future editions. Halloween. Everyone went to a lot of effort popular day. Space is limited and Our AGM was held on April Fool’s Day, with their costumes, which was good to see. selling fast. John Colwill will be at the and it was a huge turnout. I’d like to think it There were quite a few spooky ones (Skiddy event in the Sustainability Marquee. The was the fact it was an AGM, but it may have especially), but the child frightener of the Soil Sisters will be attending with two been the Tacos! The usual fools in April were night was the Bundy Bear! Go figure? talks and question and answer sessions, re-elected, Barrie Gray is President and Kym Feast Night is Wednesday, 6th May from The Mucky Duck Bush Band will be Leonheart is Secretary/Treasurer. New fools 6pm, and is Roast Rolls. dajo# Sorry, saliva playing, Animal Petting Farm and other in were Mark Bowdiem as Vice President, dripping on the keyboard. Our next event is entertainment for the youngsters. The and Committee Members: Emmar Gray, Clean Up Day on Sunday, 16th May from Department of Agriculture will be on hand Ashley Leonheart, Shain Glosopp, Witknee 10am, followed by a BBQ. It sounds like to answer your queries about Small Farm Croimens and Lyndar Veltmen have joined work, but its usually quite fun. Management. The Alpaca Association the clan. Our next meeting is Wednesday, 3rd are holding their sale, the Dexters will Special thanks go to Dahb Tabak, for her June at 6pm, which will be followed by be on Show, as will the Boer Goats. work on the Tacos. Spud Night at 7pm. Very successful last Llamas and Wiltipolls will be there. The Easter saw a fair few of us at Leeman for year! Remember the Community Shed is Bullsbrook Poultry Club are holding their the break. We did the usual 4wding, fishing, open every Wednesday night from 6pm, Sale and Promotional day. There will be a relaxing and caving. Hmm. Relaxing and and also remember Mothers Day, Sunday Fashion Show with all the apparel needed caving probably shouldn’t be next to one May 10th. There! I’ve done my community for working on the farm. Environmental another. announcement! and Interest groups will be giving talks This particular cave had quite a few See ya in the traps, Puggles Playgroup - as will the Livestock groups, as well as bee hives at its entrance. Skiddie and I Kym Leonheart. demonstrations. Visits will be available went through first, and the bees obviously Enrolling Now to three Open Farms in the area on free respected authority. However, when the bus transport from the Showgrounds. rest of the crew followed, the bees decided Toodyay Chamber CHILDREN are sponges, learning from such Fantastic local food and produce on sale. enough was enough! Oh dear! Ashley had an early age. Acquiring knowledge at such an Local wineries and olive producers will three stings, Emmar two and one each to of Commerce and amazing rate that we as parents need to provide be in the Food and Wine Hall. The day Bek, Reeanna and Alisun. Lyndar and the them with constant stimululation to activate to be powered by Synergy Natural Power, rest of the blokes didn’t get stung (Well, duh! Industry and motivate their growing curiosity. And, 100% accredited renewable energy. We have authority you know.) The cave was as concerned parents we want to be involved This is the Small Farm Field Day you explored thoroughly, (not as though anyone AT the April meeting of the Chamber of in the education of our most precious assets. have to be at – Sunday 7th June 2009, was in a hurry to go back out!) and the time Commerce held at Landscape Outdoor & Their core values: from 9am to 5pm at the Agricultural eventually came to exit. We decided one Hire Pty Ltd, we were amazed with a turnout * Children are intrinsically motivated, Showgrounds Gidgegannup – for more person at a time should do the trick, and for of over 60 people. Landscape Outdoor & and they will succeed when their information and prospectus www. a change, we made the right decision. No Hire provided a substantial supper, which learning activities incorporate movement gidgegannup.info or call 9574 7065. further stings ensued. everyone enjoyed. When the chips are down, and opportunities for independence. Bus service ex Charcoal Lane, Toodyay One other incident occurred on the the business community sure knows how to * Children will become self-disciplined (rear of Community Hall and PO) to weekend, which... I’m not allowed to report. rally and give support where it is needed. when they are empowered to choose learning Gidge at 8.30am, returning from the She claims I keep picking on her and doesn’t We had several guest speakers and they activities designed for specific developmental Showground to Toodyay at 4.30pm (set want to be identified. Since I have to live with gave all who attended some very important and learning needs. down at same location) her, I shall have to respect her wishes. Let advice and information. The overview of * Parents understand and support the purposes Sponsored by The Countryman, City me just say one word however... Kettle. the meeting was that, before you attempt of the playgroup; they are partners. of Swan, Port Bouvard Ltd., EMRC and The Toodyay Shire Council had their to do anything in relation to planning or So stimulate your child’s mind and contact Synergy meeting at the Community/Fire Shed in development of your business or property, [email protected] or 95744553 for April. The President and CEO did very well everyone needs to make certain of their a 2009 enrolment package. Otherwise speak by pronouncing ALL versions of Bejoording rights and responsibilities in regards to their to Puggles Playgroup leader Felicity on 9574 REMEMBER MOTHER’S to keep the local ratepayers appeased. Bit proposals. 4254 for general information or to organize DAY SUNDAY 10 MAY of an issue in our area. As long as that’s We would like to welcome new Chamber a trial day. the biggest issue we have, everyone’s fairly members, Dow Electrical Services, The Little happy about it. Learnt something new at Farm Co. (Aust) Pty Ltd and Landscape, the meeting: Did you know that Bed & Outdoor and Hire Pty Ltd. We hope that the Breakfasts can only supply breakfast and community supports these businesses and no other meal? I guess that’s fairly obvious that they enjoy being Chamber members. when you read the title, but, of course, we The Chamber is holding its next meeting started talking about what that’s actually at Black Wattle Cottage, which is situated limiting to. For instance, could you supply opposite the Coondle wheat bins on Monday, an All Day Breakfast? And a Wedding 17th May at 7pm. The entrance is on Coondle Breakfast? What about that? Thank you, Drive. So come along and join us and have thank you, we’re here to serve! a look around. Anzac Day arrived, and the school cadets By the time this column is read by the saw Bejoording girls, Samantha Glossop, community, Moondyne will once again be Ashley Leonheart and Elise Smyth, marching over. So, the Chamber would like to thank in the parade. Samantha and Ashley were flag the Moondyne Festival Committee for all of bearers. Most of the cadets attended both the their efforts to give the community another Dawn and Morning Services which was very splendid event to attend. Well done. good to see. Till next month, stay safe. Recipe of the Month Bolognaise (Mince and Pasta) BOLOGNAISE is a great favourite with both young and old and can be just SO easy to make, especially for the younger cooks. Once the Bolognaise has been cooked I always leave the eating for at least two days as then it can REALLY season and is even tastier! Although this dish can be left to cook slowly on low heat I love to transfer it to my slow-cooker and leave it mixture so as the onion does not catch to cook gently overnight. Bolognaise also on the bottom of the saucepan). freezes very well. 3) Add the mince, also constantly Ingredients: stirring, until the mince changes to 1kg fat-free mince 3 medium onions a grey colour. 3 tsp dried garlic pinch of Italian 4) Soak the beef cubes in a cup of herbs, boiling water, stirring them till 1½ Tsp olive oil 140gm tomato paste they dissolve, and add to the mince small tin of chopped tomatoes, mixture. 2 beef cubes ¼ cup red wine 5) Add the tomato paste, tomatoes, 2 Tsp chopped parsley (if available). red wine and parsley, still stirring Pasta: the Bolognese. If the mixture is Allow 1/2 cup of any type of pasta very thick a little more water can (approximately) per adult person and 1cup be added. of hot water (not boiling) per ½ cup of dried 6) Allow to continue cooking on a pasta, and a pinch of salt (enough to hold VERY low heat for an hour, stirring between the thumb and the forefinger) to occasionally so as not to catch on the be added to the pasta water . bottom of the saucepan. Parmesan or Romano cheese to serve. Cook the pasta (as directed on the Method: packet or use fresh pasta) just before 1) Chop the onions finely (slice the onion your Bolognaise is to be served. As in half, slice the halves finely then chop everyone likes a different amount of the slices into very small pieces). Parmesan or Romano cheese it is better 2) Place the chopped onions, garlic and oil to place the cheese on a dish in the centre into a large saucepan and cook gently of the table for ‘self-serve’. until the onion appears clear. (Stir the Desraé Clarke Page 16. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 territories and coincides with State Education Are Toodyay Back to School for Weeks. For more information on ‘Back to School’ or to request a free school’s pack Carpenters the Best? Australia visit: www.backtoschool. org.au. WOOD. Naturally Better. is launching WELL-KNOWN Australians, including Australia’s inaugural National Carpenter Lisa Wilkinson, Adam Cooney and Matthew Australian of the Year Award on Tuesday, 21st April Mitcham, will be among hundreds of people and is calling on Toodyay Shire residents taking part in ‘Back to School 2009’ – a Breastfeeding to nominate themselves or a carpenter they nationwide campaign throughout May, know for the top title. which celebrates the incredible role public Association Have you ever dreamed By entering they have a chance to win a schools play in Australia’s success. People Hitachi Power Tools Megapack valued at from all walks of life will go back to school NORTHAM group meetings are an enjoyable of playing the piano? $2,500. to tell their stories and provide students with & relaxing way to enhance your breastfeeding The Wood. Naturally Better. programme is positive role models. Now in its eighth year, & parenting knowledge. We have these on Breakthrough Australian an initiative to help Australians understand ‘Back to School’ is a campaign by Education the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Northam, how they can play a part in tackling climate Foundation, a division of The Foundation & the 4th Tuesday of the month at Toodyay. piano method change by using one of the planet’s most for Young Australians, in partnership with All are welcome to come along & see if the has students playing natural materials – wood. Coles. meeting style suits you, without pressure to Wood. Naturally Better. spokesman, Ric Many people instrumental to Australia’s join the Association. immediately! Sinclair, says the campaign is sponsoring success were educated in public schools, In April, we had a fun session, looking at National Carpenters Day because the including the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, easy ways to make toys for children. Some important role that carpenters play in the and the Minister for Education, Julia Gillard. people chose not to come, as it clashed Very easy and economy and the environment is not fully Today, public schools educate nearly 66% with Easter & the school holidays, but us recognised – especially since they use wood of young people in Australia and make up adults had great fun playing with shakers & rewarding. and wood helps tackle climate change by around 70% of all schools *. discussing the differnet ways you can play storing carbon throughout its life. Adam Smith, CEO at The Foundation with a cardboard box. We finished off the Contempory, classical, National Carpenters Day Ambassador, for Young Australians, says, “Great public month by discussing why it is important rock, jazz, blues. Tom Williams, called on all carpenters, their schools are vital to building Australia’s to have specific legislation to address customers, friends, family and colleagues to future prosperity and productivity. They discrimination of breastfeedig women, nominate a carpenter for the award. teach and care for all young people and are instead of leaving it to common sense! Adults...interested in “By using wood, a natural and renewable at the heart of our communities. Students On the 12th May, we are having a material, carpenters are tackling climate and teachers love hearing from people who discussion about “V.I.P - Mother!” at classes for the New change. Every time they build a timber went to their school and role models can help Bridgeley Community Centre (Wellington framed house, extend a timber deck or young people gain insight into their own St, Northam), 10am - noon. We’ll be looking Year? make a beautiful piece of wooden furniture, purpose, passion and pathway in life.” at the support systems we surround ourselves Why not do something carpenters are protecting our environment In support of ‘Back to School 2009’, a with, in line with the Mothering Week theme by storing carbon.” diverse group of recognised Australians of “ Mum 2 mum - across the generations” for yourself and take up Entries for the National Carpenter of along with Coles employees across the st On the 26th May, we are back at Toodyay the challenge? the Year Award open from 21 April, to country will return to their former public Playgroup, noon - 2pm. We’ll be looking at coincide with the launch of Australia’s first schools in May to take part in a variety “Sleep - or the lack of” in our lives. I’m sure ever National Carpenters Day. National of events, workshops and presentations. the experienced mothers who come to our Carpenters Day events will be held in each ‘Back to School 2009’ role models include: meeting will have strategies to share, either Register now! state capital. Lisa Wilkinson in NSW, co-host of the of how they’ve coped during the daytime, or “If you know of a carpenter who has done Nine Network’s TODAY Show; Adam how they managed sleep time. a great job, I encourage you to submit an Cooney in SA, AFL player with the Western All of our gatherings are designed with Free introductory entry on the official National Carpenters Day Bulldogs and 2008 Brownlow medal-winner; parents in mind. Babies and toddlers website,” Mr Williams said. Matthew Mitcham in Qld, Olympic diver and children are welcome, as are support lesson To nominate yourself or a carpenter for the and gold medal-winner; Homa Forotan in people (partner, relative, friend, neighbour). National Carpenter of the Year Award, or for Qld, Young Queenslander of the Year 2008; Hot drinks are available, and there is no Contact further information on National Carpenters David Wirrpanda in Vic, AFL player with attendance cost. You do not have to be Day, visit www. carpentersday. com.au the West Coast Eagles and Director of the currently breastfeeding either - or even have Entries will be judged by Forest & Wood David Wirrpanda Foundation; and Shannon a child at all! If there is anything more you Jan 0416 054 942 Products Australia CEO, Ric Sinclair; McGuire in WA, finalist on Australia’s Next would like to know, please visit the website Ambassador Tom Williams; Timber Top Model. www.breastfeeding.asn.au, or give me a call 9361 1964 a/h Development Association CEO, Andrew Back to School is supported by education on 9574 0229. Dunn; and The Tradie editor, Ashley Gray. departments in all Australian states and Louisa

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17 EXTRACT PLACE TOODYAY LOAN CAR AVAILABLE (JUST OFF THE NORTHAM/TOODYAY ROAD) PHONE: 9574 4300 THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 17. looking forward to watching the Scouts use those techniques on the upcoming Patrol Easter Road Crash Activity Weekend. The Venturers have farewelled their leader Statistics Glen (thank you for all your help, Glen) as he has commitments with lecturing at TAFE. It’s THE Easter Road Crash fatalities were been great having Glen on board as our own reduced significantly in 2009. Last year, filmmaker! Exciting news for the Venturers 2008, six (6) people lost their lives on WA who have been offered some solutions to their roads. We may feel comfortable with only issues with finding a venue. The Venturers one (1) person dying in 2009. However, are also entering their team into a Scouting the loss of one (1) life is one too many, as event out at Julimar, Mission Impossible. The the family and loved ones of the person Venturer Ball is also coming up. will verify. Only five months to raise a whopping twenty Speeding, drink driving, the failure to wear thousand odd dollars for Jamboree! It is really seat belts and fatigue are the main causes of great to see our Group coming together to road crashes nationally. Each year there are support the six kids who will be attending families who are traumatised by the news from Toodyay – thanks to the Cubs for their that a family or close friend has died in a fundraising and also to the Joey Scouts for road crash. their can drive. If you are a Youth Hall user, The increased number of people involved in please deposit your aluminum cans in the fatal road crashes in the WA Rural Regional container provided – every little bit helps. areas compared with the Metropolitan area There will be a meeting for Jamboree is quite significant as the statistics indicate. Scouts and parents next weekend – date The road toll for the same period in Western and venue to be advised on Thursday. For Australia, January to April 2005 to 2009 is those Scouts who keep asking about AJ, go as follows: look at the website! Its www.scoutsaj2010. 2005 com. Yes, you’ll be going to Sydney, and Metropolitan Area 21 Deaths to the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Pitt Regional Area 29 Deaths St Mall, Darling Harbour etc. Yes, you’ll Total 50 be going to the Jamboree Adventure Park 2006 Cubs march on and undertaking adventurous and endurance Metropolitan Area 19 Deaths ANZAC Day, 2009 activities (abseiling, skirmish, raft building, Regional Area 38 Deaths kite making, milk crate stacking). Yes, Total 57 kilometers from the Mundaring leg (Perth you’ll be flying in a fleet of Cessna 172’s. 2007 Toodyay Scouts Hills Discovery Centre) to Kalamunda (ended Yes, there is a disco/rock event every night, Metropolitan Area 23 Deaths just before the terminus at the Camel Farm). and Jamboree Idol. You’ll also be scuba Regional Area 55 Deaths LOTS to report but not much time to do it Actually, if you allow for getting lost, they diving, doing archery, flying fox, caving, Total 78 in! hiked about 20! The Scouts were apparently skateboarding, laser skirmish, building 2008 Our fundraising event for Moondyne went unconcerned about being ‘lost’ for an hour ballistas – everything else is on the website! Metropolitan Area 26 Deaths well – Cubs fundraised for their upcoming and a half and eventually found their leaders Oh, and yes, you’ll have the best time, come Regional Area 30 Deaths camp and are donating part to Jamboree funds, waiting for them up the track (playing cards on back with a heap of new friends and some Total 56 and Scouts fundraised for the Jamboree, a picnic rug, thanks Bron!) The group stopped really valuable skills, like leadership and 2009 selling cool drinks and raffle tickets and overnight at Hewett’s Hut and camped at a teamwork skills. Jamboree is a life changing Metropolitan Area 21 Deaths coordinating the historic games (coconut very crowded venue, with all the bunks taken. experience for most Scouts. Regional Area 39 Deaths shy, horseshoes, quoits etc). Thanks to the This meant that anyone without a tent was Almost half way through the year now – let’s Total 60 Moondyne Committee for providing that under the stars – luckily that was only the make the rest of 2009 the best ever! Complacency and fatigue are attributed as opportunity and especially to Carlos from leaders, as the boys had cocoon bivys and the Yours in Scouting being the major causes for road crashes in Toodyay Home Fresh for all his hard work. girls had the six man tent. No rain, not too Dropbear rural areas assisted by excessive speed and, Special mention to Lane, who was the star cold and perfect hiking weather. The Scouts Below:Hewett’s Hut, Bibbulmun Track in many instances, an over- consumption of worker for the day. had to all pack their own gear, plan their own alcohol. Cubs marched in the ANZAC parade, menus and pack their own food – it was great Annual Road tolls for the same period are representing the Group – all the Cubbies walking out on the second day when most as follows. really did a great job of representing Scouting. of the food was gone! Scouts finished up 2005 Fatalities 163 Cubs have been very busy and are currently with a camel ride at Camelot Camel Farm in 2006 Fatalities 201 organizing their upcoming camp – it is a nature Kalamunda. Congratulations to Harry who 2007 Fatalities 236 camp which introduces them to camping and has now reached the much coveted Pioneer 2008 Fatalities 209 to environmental issues. They’ve also made level, and to Gabby (Scoutcraft badge) and So please take care and remember to slow some wonderful Mother’s Day Award cards Jake (Scoutcraft badge). Congratulations also down, especially on gravel roads; wear your for their parents. to those who received hike badges. seat belt; don’t drink and drive; don’t drive The Scout section has just come off the Last week at Scouts we cooked roast chicken tired; and consider other road users. There Bibbulmun Track, with thirteen people and lemon meringue pie in reflector ovens, has to be a dramatic reduction in our annual attending the hike. Two newer Scouts, with varying degrees of success. We’re road crash fatalities and statistics. Jake and Gabby, hiked the fifteen or so Page 18. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009

WHEN AND WHERE they meet

AAFC 708 SQUADRON SING AUSTRALIA TOODYAY Australian Air Force Cadets 12 ½ to 17 year olds, male and Every Thursday (except summer holidays), 7.30pm at The female. Building J1, Northam Army Camp Grt Eastern Hwy. Factory, Baptist Church, Stirling Tce. Contact Beth 9574 5971 Friday 6:30pm to 9:30pm, during school term. 708squ@ cadetnet.gov.au SOCIAL TENNIS Tuesday 8.30am Ladies and senior men AFRICAN DRUMMING Tuesdays children and adults 3.30 - 4.30pm TOODYAY BALLET SChOOL Thursdays adults 7.30 - 9pm at The Factory Baptist Church Classes in Classical, Jazz and Tap held at 507 Julimar Rd, new Drums available. All welcome. studio. Ages from 4yrs to Adults, girls and boys. 9574 4459. Saturdays 9am - 2.30pm (except school holidays) ARTS TOODYAY INC Meets first Tuesday of the month, 7pm at The Old Police TOODYAY/CLACKLINE KARATE CLUB Station in Duke St Sth. For all interested in arts/crafts, Wednesday 3.30-4pm, under 8, 4-5pm under 11, 5-6pm under workshops. Enquiries to John on 9574 4664 14, 6-7.30pm seniors. Friday 3.30-4pm Peewees, 4-5pm juniors, 5-6pm intermediate, 6-7pm seniors at the Youth Hall AUSTRALIAN BREASTFEEDING ASSOCIATION For breastfeeding information and the company of other TOODYAY DISTRICT hIGh SChOOL P & C mums. 2nd Tuesday of month at Parent Information Centre, Every 3rd Wednesday (except school holidays) Gordon Street Northam 10am-noon. 4th Tuesday of month School Library, 7pm Toodyay Playgroup 10am - noon. Contact Louise for more details on 9574 0229 TOODYAY FRIENDS OF ThE RIVER 3rd Sunday of each month Duidgee Park (near Bolgart Bridge) AUTUMN CLUB at 8am October to April and 9am May to September. Enquiries Every Wednesday. Toodyay Sports Pavilion 9574 2578 Contact Ida Edwards 9574 2858 TOODYAY KINDERGYM AVON VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL SOC. Kindergym Fridays (except school holidays), Toodyay Sports 3rd Friday of each month at Dept of Water, Pavilion. Contact: Debra Andrijich 9574 2676 254 Fitzgerald Street Northam, noon. TOODYAY hISTORICAL SOCIETY AVON VALLEY VINTAGE VEhICLE ASSOCIATION 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7pm Donegan’s Cottage 3rd Thursday every month , 8pm at the old engineers quarters , next to Northam Railway Museum, Fitzgerald TOODYAY IRISh DANCING Street , Northam . ph 96221192 . Friday 5pm Anglican Hall. Contact: Lyn Johnson - 9574 2530.

AVON WOODTURNERS GROUP TOODYAY LIONS CLUB Monthly meeting 4th Monday 7.30pm to 10pm, Workshops 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month Hotel Freemasons 2nd and 4th Sunday 9am - Wool Pavilion, Toodyay Sports Ground. TOODYAY MASONIC LODGE 3rd Friday each month (except Jan) BEJOORDING VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE Masonic Hall, Fiennes St, 7.30pm Meet at Bejoording Fire Shed, 3rd Saturday 5pm TOODYAY MINIATURE RAILWAY (Inc) BINGO 1st and 3rd Sunday commencing Easter Sunday. Enquiries 9574 Every Wednesday, eyes down 7.30pm Community Centre 4462

CENTRAL VOLUNTEER BUSh FIRE BRIGADE TOODYAY MOThERS’ GROUP 4th Tuesday of each month, 7.30pm at the Toodyay Fire and Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 1.30pm - Emergency Services Centre. Training 2nd Thursday of each 3.30pm. Baptist Church / Community Centre. Contact Sheree month. 9574 4577 for enquiries.

ChILD hEALTh IMMUNISATION CLINIC TOODYAY MUSIC CLUB INC The next immunisation clinic: 27th May from 9am-11am. Please 2nd Friday of the Month from 7pm Monday to Thursday call Sheree on 9574 4577 to book an appointment. CWA Hall. Contact Teddy or Spencer 9574 4492. 6am to 11am COONDLE NUNILE VOLUNTEER BUSh FIRE TOODYAY NATURALISTS’ CLUB BRIGADE 3rd Saturday each month, at CWA Hall 7pm. Enquiries to 3pm - 7pm Meets 2nd Saturday of month from October to April, June and President on 9574 5445 or Secretrary on 6364 3609. Visitors and Friday August, 5pm at Coondle Fire Shed. new members will be made very welcome. 6am to 4pm COUNTRY WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (CWA) TOODYAY NEIGhBOURhOOD/RURAL WATCh General meeting - 4th Thursday of each month, 1.30pm, 2nd Tuesday each month commencing 6pm Toodyay Police Station Sunday C.W.A. Hall. New Members very welcome. (General Meeting bi-monthly - Feb, April, June, Aug, Oct, Dec) Enquiries 9574 2212 8am to 11am CUBS, JOEYS & SCOUTS (only during school term) Youth Hall, Showgrounds, Cubs & Joeys 4.00pm - 5.30pm TOODYAY OLIVE GROWERS Scouts, Thursday 6pm - 8.00pm Ph: 9574 2363 Contact Francis Moran for meeting dates 9574 5786. Free Weights

DRAMA CLASSES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TOODYAY PLAYGROUP Machines Monday 4-5.30pm, Call Anne on 9574 2458. Tuesdays & Thursdays 9.30am - 11.30am, Playgroup Hall, Community Centre, Bindi Baxter 9574 4430 Cardio FITNESS & FUN FOR ThE OVER 55’s Group Training Wednesday 9am, Sports Pavillion. TOODYAY RATEPAYERS & RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION (INC.) IDA’S hIDEAWAY General Meetings 3rd Tuesday each month @ the CWA Hall, Personal Training Every Saturday, 1pm to 4pm at Butterly House. 7pm. Committee meetings fortnightly on Tuesday evening. Contact Ida Edwards on 9574 2858 Contact Roger Bray (Chairperson) 9574 4562.

JULIMAR JEWELS TOODYAY RED CROSS Ladies only. 19th May at 10am, Cola Cafe. All ladies 2nd Monday of month, Anglican Hall, 1.30pm 9574 5687 welcome. Contact Shirl on 9574 5077. TOODYAY SPINNERS 22 Stirling Terrace JULIMAR VOLUNTEER BUSh FIRE BRIGADE Wednesdays and 2nd Saturday from 9am Parkers Cottage. Meets Saturday 4th July 5pm at Julimar Fire Station. BYO President: Greta Sauta 9574 2868; Secretary: Rita Morald 0428 Toodyay BBQ 1st Saturday of every month 6pm. 956 909

MOERLINA TOODYAY SUB -BRANCh RSL Every Tuesday and Thursday Toodyay Sports Pavilion 1st Saturday of March, May, July, September and November at 2pm at the Bowling Club. AGM second Saturday in February at RAG BAGS QUILTING GROUP the Bowling Club. Contact Lou 9574 4310 1st, 3rd (& 5th) Wednesday, 10am Uniting Church TOODYAY SWIMMING POOL ACTION COMM. ST STEPhEN’S MOThERS’ UNION/GUILD 12.30pm on the 2nd Monday of each month at the Freemasons 3rd Tuesday of month, Anglican Hall, 2pm from March to Hotel. November TOODYAY VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE ShIRE OF TOODYAY COUNCIL MEETING 1st Monday of each month Fire Station, 8pm 3rd Thursday of each month Council Chambers 7pm TOY LIBRARY SILVER ChAIN AUXILIARY Tuesday and Thursday, 9am to 10am at Toodyay Community Meetings 2nd Tuesday of each month, 2pm at Toodyay Centre. Contact Tracey Hunter 9574 5642 Telecentre. UNITING ChURCh SIMPLY MUSIC 10am, St Stephen’s Church, Toodyay Piano lessons for all ages. CWA Hall Friday afternnon and Saturday morning. Contact Jan 0416 054 942. YOGA Friday 9am Friday CWA Hall. 9574 4184 THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 19. public notices

DONATIONS Missing AVON VALLEY ART SOCIETY NEWS CHAPLAINCY Street Stall to be held on Post Office Gallery Saturday 6th June. All donations gratefully HELP! Leilu (Lee-loo) went missing in the OUR exhibition for May is the works of received and most welcome. This is to area of Folewood and River Rds in Toodyay Andrew Bywater with Rikie & Bill Oorschot support our local School Chaplain, Benn since 14th February, 2009. from Wyalkatchem. The art form used Gladden. She is a well-known (especially in Toodyay) features mixed media, wood, acrylic and Rhodesian Ridgeback with distinctive fibreglass. On display in the Old Post Office markings which can be easily verified by Gallery, Northam Arts Centre. Dr Philip Lawton of Avon Valley Vet Clinic 2009 Northam Art Prize Thank You (9574 5055). Entry forms and fees for this prestigious THE family of the late John McDermott If you can help, please phone Caroline on art award are due by 4pm Friday June 12. 9574 4538 or Rex on 0415 383 977. Artworks must be handed in by 4pm Sunday would like to thank family and friends for their support, love and prayers during the Reward offered for return. June 21. With the Opening and Presentation Picture caption: Leilu of Awards at 5pm Sunday July 5. past few weeks. Many thanks to all who CAOGS and ASAP attended the funeral and for the cards, flowers AVAS has the Community Arts Group on and donations to the Cancer Foundation. Fridays 10 – 4pm. All are welcome to join Anne Ashman and explore any mediums, whether you are an artist, craftsperson or just Birthdays interested in trying something new. ASAP is the After School Art Project for young people Bailey Valentine 23-05-02 at the Old Girl’s School every Friday 3.15 HAPPY 7th Birthday, matey. We hope you – 4.30pm. We provide casual instructions have a great day. We love you lots. and advise wearing old clothes. The cost is Love always, Mum, Chris, Courtney and $2 per person. Jye FIRST AID COURSES Bailey Valentine 23-05-02 Weddings THE next Senior First Aid classes will be HAPPY 7th Birthday, Bai. We love you lots held at the Toodyay-Bolgart sub centre and hope you have a wonderful day Tanya – Chris Nelmes on Sat/Sun 16/17 Thurs/Fri 9/10 July Lots of love always, Nanna and Pop Wacura, CHRIS and Tanya would like to thank our and Flexible Learning Day Sun 28 June. Great Nanna and Pop Bailey, Aunty Tracey, wonderful parents for making our wedding Registration essential. Ph Jenny 9574 2455 Aunty Erin and Uncle Brad, Uncle Simon, day held on the 21st March 2009 so special or Pam 9574 2390. Aunty Sarah and Deagan xxxxxxxxxx and for everything they do for us. We love you all. WhERE’S BRUCE? Cristine Maroni th Thank you to our Bridal Party: Flowergirl, FOR those of you who have been playing A VERY happy 40 birthday, Christine with Courtney Valentine; Pageboys, Bailey “Where’s Bruce?” lately…. lots of love. Mum and Dad. Valentine and Jye Nelmes; our three beautiful Bruce Sharman is currently working on children; Matron of Honour, Malita Wacura; establishing his next venture: Nathan Wellburn Clayton Orgles Bridesmaids, Amy O’Meara, Liza Rickson, ‘Bygone Spares and Restoration – Yesterdays Fiona Orr Pamela Portlock and Lisa Watson; Best Man, Brad Menner; Motoring Today’ Bella Menner Brad Menner Groomsmen, Brenton Chrimes, Simon He can be contacted on 0408 889 279 or Jarrod Higgins Yvonne Hasson Pearce and Ryan Sweeney. Thank you all [email protected]. Ben Smart Toni Chimes for being there for us and making it such a Thanks to all for the amazing support David Turnbull Nancy Coe magical day. during this time of transition Dean Mills Ruth Neil A very special thank you to Murray Peter Connor Jordan Connor McBride for his magnificent job as MC at ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING John Neil Snr Lyn Bolton the reception; we really appreciated it. THE D.D.C (Youthcare) Toodyay D.H.S. Lyndell Siebermaier Mary Ellen Danger And a big thank you to all our special Annual General Meeting, will be held on Mitchell Kelly Adelle Currell family and friends for being there to share Wednesday 6th May following the Ordinary Joan Cook in our beautiful day. meeting (which will be at 9am) in the Staff Love to you all, Chris & Tanya Nelmes Room at the school. No Daylight Savings, THE Avon Auxiliary Branch of the Silver Chain had their Big Monster Street Stall. Say Nationals Moya and Jim Bruce celebrating during It was a big success and it was due to the their 50th Golden Wedding Anniversary, generosity of the business sector and peoples The Nationals WA have officially launched their held in Toodyay of Gingin, Bindoon, Toodyay, Northam And no daylight saving campaign in Kings Park, Wundowie. unveiling ‘no’ t-shirts, badges and a 30 second A big thank you to the members of television commercial to be run on regional parliament who made contributions. stations in the lead up to the referendum. Golden Wedding On behalf of the Committee and myself State President Colin Holt said The Nationals I would like to thank everyone that helped message was simple and to the point and make our day a huge success. reflected the feedback the Party had received Anniversary All the proceeds will be staying in our Avon from across the State. Region. It will go towards helping our Senior ABOUT 60 family and friends gathered at “We are telling people to say no to politicians Duidgee Park on Easter Sunday to help Jim Citizens that are4 cared for by our Silver who ignore the voting public, say no to dark th Chain Staff. and Moya Bruce celebrate their 50 Wedding mornings, say no to long hot evenings and no Anniversary with a picnic lunch. We look forward to having your support to daylight saving until the end of March,” he again next year. Thank You. We would like to thank our children said. Collette, Robert, Richard, Jacquie and their Jan Broadbent – President “We are responding to grassroots members Avon Auxilliary Branch Committee families for a wonderful day. who have lobbied the Party to promote the ‘no’ Thanks also to David and staff at the campaign,” he said. Toodyay Tavern for a buffet luncheon that was great, Tom Carter for the photography, Barbara at Bar-Bar-A-Black-Sheep for her cup cakes and helium for the balloons. David and Joy Street for the loan of the trestles Erin Wacura – Brad Mant and chairs. Thank you to Kath Fairhead ON the 19th October, 2008 Peter and Ev’s for the loan of Peter, who moved all the youngest daughter was married to Brad tables, chairs and everything else and to Mant, son of Rod and Dorothy Mant of our granddaughter, Rhianne who made the Brisbane. invitations and sent them out. To Zoe who The ceremony, conducted by Maxine came up early to do my hair, thanks. It was Walker and the reception, were both held a great job, Zoe. And, to the only person at Caversham House. who was at our wedding, my sister Veronica, Erin was attended by her two sisters, who travelled from Wales with her husband Tanya and Tracey and her cousin Naomi Ken to be here for our celebration, thank Harrington. Brad was attended by three you. Veronica brought over the banners and of his best mates from Brisbane: Mark, balloons that were used in the park. Veronica Ryan and Luke. The flowergirl and page is a balloon artist back home and did a great boy were Tanya’s 2 children Courtney & job. To Val who made the beautiful cake and Bailey. to all our family and friends who couldn’t be A wonderful time was had by all and we with us, especially my Mum and Dad and our wish them every happiness in there life family in the U.K., thanks. together. God bless you and keep you safe, love Moya and Jim. Anniversaries Lost Sara & Rob Wellburn Scout and Venturer books, accidentally given away at Moondyne Festival! Please return DIAL 000 FOR EMERGENCY to owners (in front of books) if you received them. Contact 9574 2106. Page 20. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 long term opportunity to contribute to Flexibility Needed in a Workers with addressing the world’s food shortages as well as continuing to underpin the Australian Tough Environment Disabilities to lose economy through its export earnings. However, the industry is under pressure to A NEAR capacity audience has heard Jobs reduce its carbon footprint. that workplace flexibility will be a key Professor Leigh commented that agriculture component for businesses to survive the Workers with disabilities are set to lose has long been addressing some aspects current economic downturn, and flourish in their jobs at Westcare now that the Barnett of its emissions through the adoption of its aftermath. Government has confirmed a $1.2 million conservation farming, resulting in a decline More than 190 people attended the morning contract with the WA Department of Health in fuel usage of about 70%. However, Work Life Balance seminar run recently has been awarded to a Victorian business agricultural emissions are second only to by the Labour Relations division of the directed by former Federal Liberal Leader those from the energy sector, due mainly Department of Commerce. Titled ‘Flexibility John Hewson. to the methane emissions from ruminant in a tough environment’, the seminar was Shadow Government Accountability livestock. Agriculture contributes 18% of addressed by three experts in the field of Minister Ljiljanna Ravlich said she was Australia’s emissions of which more than Work Life Balance. enormously disappointed that the jobs of 60% are methane emissions. Keynote speaker Professor Barbara disabled Western Australian workers had “Research urgently needs to find ways to Pocock, the inaugural Director of the Centre been put in jeopardy in favour of a Liberal reduce methane emissions but these solutions Website for Kids With for Work + Life at the University of South ally. also need to be profitable to primary Australia, left the audience in no doubt the “Many of these workers have worked with producers so that such options are readily Asthma Launched landscape of the Australian workplace is Westcare for years. This is not just a job to adopted on farm” added Professor Leigh. changing rapidly in the current economic them; Westcare gave them a real opportunity “Whilst agriculture needs to play its part in One in every eight or nine Aussie kids has climate. to contribute to the community through their combating greenhouse gases, it is important asthma. Jobs had been hit, with nationally 52,000 work, as well as providing a support network that the associated costs are contained so that That’s one of the highest rates in the full time positions disappearing in the past and way of life,” Ms Ravlich said. food production and Australia’s significant world, but despite our high rate of childhood six months, and nine out of ten of those “Losing a job is a cruel blow to anyone but export earnings from agriculture are asthma, most asthma info is aimed at adults, jobs had been filled by men. The full time for workers with disabilities it has an impact not compromised.”. not kids – until now . . . job losses were offset in part by the creation on all areas of their life. “Their prospects Check out: www.kidswithasthma.com.au of 70,000 part time jobs, mostly filled by of finding alternative work are very poor It’s a brand new, interactive, kid friendly women. particularly in this economic climate. Retailer Stops Plastic cyberspace that has just been launched by Professor Pocock said Australia stood out Ms Ravlich understands that Westcare the National Asthma Council Australia. in the OECD for its high level of part time was notified late yesterday of the Barnett Bags Nationally There are no high tech big words, just workers, with male participation rates in Government’s decision to award the tender simple,easy to understand facts and advice – decline while female participation rates are to Moore Business Systems. TARGET Australia announced today that plus a cool ‘Game Zone’ where kids can take on the rise. Elizabeth Cook, the “Minister for Health Kim Hames must from 1 June 2009 customers would no a virtual tour of different rooms to identify Coordinator Work Life Balance + Equity justify awarding this contract to a political longer be offered plastic shopping bags at common asthma triggers such as the cat in Unit, WA Department of Health, spoke of ally at the expense of jobs of Western the checkouts in any one of the 283 Target the bedroom or pollens blowing in through the need for flexible strategies to retain staff, Australian workers with disabilities,” Ms and Target Country stores nationally. the open window. pointing out the public service suffered most Ravlich said. Launa Inman, Target’s Managing Director, According to National Asthma Council of its staff losses from people with less than “Mr Hames must make public the final said the decision to go national was made Australia chief executive officer, Kristine five years service, with the greatest losses in tender price of Moore Business Systems following the successful implementation of a Whorlow, the site fills a void in asthma the first two years of service. and Westcare to determine how the savings similar change in its South Australian stores education resources. Ms Cook said Health faced increased made on the tender compare to the cost to in December, which had a positive response “Kids these days are really smart,” she demand from an ageing population while its the State of many disabled workers losing from customers and staff members. said. “We need to talk to them – not just their own workforce was also ageing. “Flexibility their jobs. “We all have a role to play in reducing our parents - and encourage them to understand is essential for the workforce of the future “Protecting the interests of political allies impact on the environment. One way is to and manage their asthma from an early age. regardless of the current financial crisis”. should not cost Western Australian jobs.” reduce the use of plastic shopping bags in The best way to do this is to give them good John Poulson, the Managing Partner Minter our business. Target stores currently issue information and advice in a language they Ellison’s Perth, gave a private industry over 100 million plastic shopping bags each will understand and in a format that will view, saying work flexibility programs Agriculture Deans year to customers and from 1 June this will entertain. had transformed his law firm’s workplace stop,” Ms Inman said. “Asthma can be a very scary condition but since they were introduced two years ago. indicate emissions as “Our customers will have a choice from the most important thing to understand is that Staff turnover had been reduced from an 1 June. They can choose not to use a bag, it can be controlled. This website empowers unacceptable 56% in late 2006 to 18% key issue they can choose to bring their own shopping kids to control their asthma, not the other at December 2008. Internal staff surveys Finding options of reducing greenhouse gas bag or, if they wish to purchase one, we will way round.” had shown a considerable lift in employee emissions that also deliver productivity gains have a range available including reusable www.kidswithasthma.com.au also features commitment with most saying they were is one of the urgent research imperatives bags from $1 and compostable bags from a series of fact sheets for kids and their carers happier and more motivated, and almost all in agriculture according to the Australian 10 cents. covering all-things asthma-related, including said they would recommend it to others as Council of Deans of Agriculture (ACDA). “Staff members at the checkouts, supported basic facts, diagnosis, asthma medications, a place to work. At the same time staff had The ACDA met in Canberra recently to by instore customer signage and a dedicated management and FAQs. Seasonal updates grown from 160 to 203, and revenue had consider the research issues facing the education campaign will be encouraging will also be posted to the site each quarter. increased by nearly half. Unlike many of the sector. customers to make a choice – don’t use a bag, The Kids With Asthma website content other major law firms Minter Ellison had not ACDA President, Professor Roger Leigh, bring your own bag or if you need one we has been developed by the National Asthma had to lay off staff because of the economic indicated that 2013 is the date set to review have a range available,” said Ms Inman. Council Australia with the support of an downturn. the involvement of agriculture in any carbon The key component of Target’s bag range unrestricted educational grant from Merck, All speakers emphasised the need for trading scheme. is the reusable ‘Red Bag’ that comes in Sharp and Dohme. employer-employee flexibility for businesses “Doing nothing in the meantime to address three sizes with all profits from the sale Why do people get asthma in the first to retain staff during tough times so all will agricultural emissions will see agricultural of these bags going to Target’s national place? The causes of asthma are not fully flourish when the good times come again. costs of production community partner, The Alannah and understood, but there is often a family history The number of guests at the seminar almost increase and these costs need to be offset Madeline Foundation. of asthma, eczema or hay fever. equalled last year’s record when over 200 by productivity increases,” Professor Leigh The partnership with The Alannah and Asthma is more prevalent in developed guests attended a Labour Relations forum said. Madeline Foundation was announced in countries. on Work Life Balance. Australian agriculture has a substantial November last year and since that time has raised over $102,000 nationally. Farmers to Plant More Trees Nearly half a million more trees will be planted in the Avon River Basin thanks to an incentive program from the Avon Catchment Council. East Pingelly farmer Sam Mcnamara is one of 27 farmers who have been successful in receiving the funding to help cut the cost of tree planting. About $180,000 has been allocated through the Australian Government’s Caring for our Country Program. “This is very exciting for us because it will help us to fight salinity and wind erosion on our farm,” Sam McNamara said. “We can also use some of the seedlings for farm forestry, so that in 20 years time they can help contribute to our superannuation fund.” A total of 445,500 oil mallee, sandalwood hosts, brushwood, swamp sheoak and timber species will be made available. The seedlings were awarded to farmers to reduce wind and water erosion, water logging and salinity on agricultural land. The process was extremely competitive with farmers ranked according to the benefit the seedlings would have in addressing these issues. . The seedlings will be available in June and July and farmers will be contacted by a farm forestry officer to coordinate seedling delivery. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 21.

Thanks to Tony for the continuing contributions to the Underbelly column.

WISE Sayings: Government I contend that for a nation to try to tax itself into prosperity is like a man standing in a bucket and trying to lift himself up by the handle. -- Winston Churchill A government which robs Peter to pay Paul can always depend on the support of Paul. -- George Bernard Shaw A liberal is someone who feels a great debt to his fellow man, which debt he proposes to pay off with your money. -- G. Gordon Liddy Democracy must be something more than two wolves and a sheep voting on what to have for dinner. -- James Bovard Foreign aid might be defined as a transfer of money from poor people in rich countries to rich people in poor countries. -- Douglas Casey Giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage photo finish boys. -- P.J. O’Rourke Singers from Sing Australia at the recent ANZAC service Government is the great fiction, through which everybody endeavors to live at the expense of everybody else. -- Frederic Sing Australia “Considerable rot in the pole in the safety- Bastiat Balingup Fire Started critical zone at and below the ground line was a significant factor in the pole falling over, Government’s view of the economy could Toodyay at Anzac by Western Power pole and Western Power’s inspection on January 8, 2009 failed to identify the real condition be summed up in a few short phrases: If it SINGERS from the Sing Australia moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate A bushfire at Balingup in February was and strength of the pole. Toodyay group were very pleased to started by high voltage conductors making “The steel pole-base reinforcing stake failed it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it. -- have been part of the large crowd at Ronald Reagan contact with dry vegetation on the ground to support the rotted pole as was intended, the Toodyay RSL’s Main Service at the when a rotted Western Power wooden pole and this was a contributing factor to the pole Toodyay War Memorial on Anzac Day. I don’t make jokes. I just watch the fell over, an EnergySafety investigation has falling over and the fire starting. We practised the hymns and songs of the found. “There were no other potential sources of government and report the facts. -- Will service for some weeks prior to the day, Rogers Director of EnergySafety, Ken Bowron, said ignition such as lightning, power line fuse some of which many of us had never sung today that a report on the Balingup fire was operation, vehicle movements through the before, such as the Recessional Hymn If you think health care is expensive now, complete, but further investigations would area or arson. and the NZ National Anthem. Many continue on the power line involved. “Two other poles in the spur line near the wait until you see what it costs when it’s thanks to those singers who participated. free. -- P.J. O’Rourke “Wind speeds when the pole fell over were failed pole number K360/36/3 were found to It was a beautiful day for singing and well within the design limits that applied at be leaning and possibly unsafe, and Western remembering. the time the poles were installed, and also the Power subsequently replaced both. In general, the art of government consists Hope you will catch us singing at our of taking as much money as possible from current design limits,” Mr Bowron said. “These poles did not contribute to the next gig: the 25th Moondyne Festival. “The investigation found that the wind pole falling over, but raise questions about one party of the citizens to give to the other. For more information, contact at Beth, -- Voltaire speeds were not significant enough to the effectiveness and timeliness of Western on 9574 5971 explain the pole failure. Power’s inspections. to school by car; others walked, cycled or used public transport. Today, two‐thirds of children are being driven to and from school, which does not help their health and fitness. Event organiser, Harold Scruby from the Pedestrian Council of Australia, says that while the event is good fun, it also has several serious messages. “National Walk Safely to School Day teaches vital lessons to young Australians. Lessons about health and lessons about saving the environment,” Mr Scruby said. “Research shows if parents continue to promote children’s’ sedentary lifestyle by chauffeuring them everywhere and letting Walk the Walk them play computer games instead of teaching them to get outside and exercise AROUND Australia, primary school children regularly, then by 2025, half of all young are tightening their shoelaces and getting Australians will be overweight or obese. ready for Walk Safely to School Day on 15th “Cars produce nearly a fifth of household May. Walking to school is the way to better greenhouse gas emissions, so one of the best health and helps us to have cleaner air. things you can do for the planet is to drive On Walk Safely to School Day, parents less. More than half of car journeys are less and carers walk with their children safely than 3km but car engines are least efficient to school, either all or at least part of the while still warming up. So replacing short way. The aim is to develop Active Kids and trips like driving to school with walking can Healthy Kids by encouraging all children help to reduce the negative environmental to exercise regularly, including at least 30 impacts of driving.” minutes of walking in their daily routine. The But while many parents are busy or simply event also aims to reduce hazardous traffic can’t walk all the way to school, Mr Scruby congestion and vehicle pollution around says they can still participate in the event. schools. “We understand walking the entire way Walk Safely to School Day is about to school can be difficult or impractical for developing healthy lifelong habits while our some parents and carers. So if you have to children are young – learning the joy of being drive, don’t forget you can simply park the active and outside is something that will car a good distance away from the school benefit them throughout their entire lives. A and walk the rest of the way.” Mr Scruby walk in the morning also prepares students continued. mentally for an active day of learning and All schools around the nation will receive playing. a Walk Safely to School Day kit including By leaving the car at least a kilometer stickers, posters and a how to participate from school, parents can avoid the traffic guide. Local Parents and Citizen groups and congestion and stress of dropping the kids Councils are encouraged to host a Healthy off, and enjoy a peaceful walk and talk and Breakfast at their local primary school on the health of the morning air. 20 years ago the day. For more information visit www. one in three Australian children were driven walk. com.au. THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 22. MOONDYNEMOONDYNE THE TOODYAY HERALD May 2009 Page 23. FESTIVALFESTIVAL