FREE Tel: 08 86725 920 http://cooberpedyregionaltimes.wordpress.com Thursday 27 May - 9 June 2010 MARLA-BORE HORSE TAKES HOME 120th CUP AT OODNADATTA The Oodnadatta-Oz Minerals Cup this year was named in honour of past President Ron Napier, who managed Allandale Station. Ron passed away earlier in the year, and his children, Greg, Kenny and Tracy Hayes were on hand to present the Cup to Ronald Boland and family, after their horse Peygronic won the Oodnadatta Cup ridden by jockey Helen Gow. Owners of Peygronic are Ronald Boland, Colleen and Dasian Taylor. “Dasian Taylor who is only 16 trained Peygronic for three months, getting up every morning before sunrise and riding him for 5 - 6 km before returning to get ready to go to school at Mintabie”, said Ronald Boland step-dad to Dasian, who took her under his wing to teach and guide her right through to the big race at Oodnadatta. “Dasian track rode and trial galloped Peygronic to get ready for the big one mile race. This would make her the youngest trainer”, said a very proud Ronald Boland. A week prior to the race, Anna Lennon from Oodnadatta organised for Dasian to go to the Bart Cummins and Gaye Waterhouse equestrian school in Sydney where budding young horse enthusiasts are taught skills in race horse training, jockey or stable hand work,” Ronald told us. Dasian will be going to Sydney for 2 years and after passing a 4 week course will become an apprentice jockey for 4 years. “A very big thank you must go to John Peacock, a registered racehorse trainer who gave us Peygronic and to Greg, Andrew and Tracey Above: Presenters of the Ron Napier Memorial Cup at Oodnadatta are Ron Napier’s children, Greg, Napier for presenting the Ron Napier Memorial Andrew and Tracey Napier with Jockey Helen Gow and Beccy. Centre are Peygronic’s owners and Cup”, said a very excited Ronald Boland, on trainers from Marla, Ronald Boland with Peygronic and Dasian holding the winning Cup in front, with behalf of his family. Continued page 20 Mum Colleen, Natrell and Kelly “NO MORE” CAMPAIGN: FOOTBALL TRAVELLERS POSE SAFETY AND LRMA OPAL MINERS BEING PLAYERS AND COMMUNITY SAY NO TO HEALTH RISKS CAMPING AT REST AREA “SQUEEZED” WITH MASSIVE FEE FAMILY VIOLENCE - see page 11 ON STUART HIGHWAY pgs 3 & 7 INCREASES IMMINENT page 5

The Coober Pedy Saints and the Hornridge Magpies linked arms, faced the the crowd, backed by male spectators and stood in silence for one minute to send out their “No More” family violence message at the Coober Pedy/Hornridge football match on Saturday night The COOBER PEDY REGIONAL TIMES available ‘WORLD WIDE’ READ Newspaper FREE online at: http://cooberpedyregionaltimes.wordpress.com PO Box 275 Coober Pedy SA 5723 Editor Coober Pedy Child Care Links Youth & Social Ph: (08) 8672 5920 Margaret Mackay Sue Britt Tanya Lauder Rose Temple Email: [email protected]

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Marla Travellers Rest Newly inducted Lion’s Club members are Alan Tuionetoa, Jessie Zema, Kyle Hay, Geoff Sykes (current) Fuel - Meals - Accommodation Travis Karam, Erica Kay and Lani Tuionetoa. (Monthly Lions Club news will appear in the CPRT Newspaper) Ph/Fax (08) 8670 7001 Six new members were inducted into the Coober Pedy Lions Club on Wednesday night, 19 May, at a special meeting and dinner held Glendambo Roadhouse at the Opal Inn Hotel. Mobil Outgoing Lions President Geoff Sykes, inducted the six new members who have enthusiastically Fuel - Meals - Bus Stop joined the Lions Club after a “New Blood” membership drive over the past year. Ph: (08) 8672 1092 The new Lions are looking forward to holding community strengthening events with a view to Spud’s Roadhouse raising funds for much needed services. Outgoing office bearers are: Geoff Sykes, Pimba President, Kingsley Reynolds, Treasurer. Incoming office bearers are: Kyle Hay, President, Fuel - Meals - Accommodation Travis Karam, Secretary and Erica Kay, Treasurer.

Ph: (08) 8673 7437 The International Association of Lions Clubs is carry the Outgoing Lions President, Geoff Sykes welcomes new President the largest service organization in the world with Kylie Hay along with new secretary Travis and treasurer Erica. members giving their time, skills and resources Coober Pedy Regional Times Current members and friends present, including long term Lion, to raise funds for charitable giving, both in their Ross Chatfield congratulated and welcomed the new team. communities and internationally. THE MINERS TRANSPORT CO P/L Johns Pizza Bar & Restaurant Servicing the Outback since 1961 Open 7 days 9:am -10pm General Carriers Ph:(08) 8672 5561 Road Trains - Flat Tops - Breakfast 9am-11am Curtain Siders ♦ Alfresco dining,Takeaway ♦ Departing Adelaide - ♦ Relax in air-conditioned comfort Wednesdays & Fridays ♦ Internet access - or as required (full loads) ♦ Servicing Coober Pedy - Group bookings and Functions welcome Prominent Hill - Surrounding ♦ Extensive, newly prepared menu for breakfast, Areas lunch and dinner. Depot - Adelaide 12 Myuna Street ♦ A large selection of pizzas as well as a range of Regency Park Ph: 82681795 new regular meals available. Coober Pedy: C/- Miners Store ph: 86725051 P.O. Box 69 Coober Pedy SA 5723 We Transport Almost Anything Ph:08 8672 5561 Fax:08 8672 5537 Email: [email protected]

Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 3 Community Health In type 1 diabetes, the body produces little to no DIABETES insulin. In type 2, which affects 85 to 90 per cent of sufferers, the body still generates insulin, but not ‘THE FACTS’ enough, and cells can also become insulin- resistant. • Diabetes is Australia’s fastest-growing chronic disease. I feel OK - Why should I be concerned? • One in four Australians has either diabetes or Eat Healthy impaired glucose metabolism that put them at risk • Diabetes can lower your life expectancy by 20 of developing diabetes. per cent People with type 2 • There are more than 700,000 people with • Hundreds of thousands are at risk of irreversible diabetes can eat any diabetes in Australia, and it is estimated that at damage to vital organs because of high blood type of food, but are least another half a million people are undiagnosed. sugar levels recommended to: • 150 new cases of diabetes are diagnosed every • High glucose levels damages blood vessels, • Reduce meal sizes day. That’s an epidemic. which in turn can damage the heart, nerves, • Cut down on fat, kidneys, eyes and men’s erectile function sugar and alcohol Who is at risk of diabetes? • It can triple your risk of heart attack – 65 to 80 • Eat 2 fruit and 5 per cent of people with diabetes die of coronary vegetables each day • Those over 45 heart disease • Eat 2 serves of low • Being obese • It can triple your risk of a stroke fat dairy each day Martine Brooks • Having a close relative with diabetes • It is the biggest cause of kidney failure • Eat plenty of fibre and Health Promotion Officer • Being of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, • It is the biggest cause of blindness in adults low-GI carbohydrates. Community Health Melanesian, Polynesian, Middle Eastern, southern under 60 European, Chinese or Indian origin • It is behind half the lower-limb amputations Tel 08 8672 5376 Fax 08 8672 3881 • Having high blood pressure or heart disease Exercise • Having had diabetes when pregnant. What should I do? Exercise helps since it Reference: Diagnosis Anyone at high risk of Type 2 Diabetes or who makes the body more wants to stay healthy should: sensitive to insulin. Signy H, 2008, Readers Digest - Health Smart, Diabetes is diagnosed if the amount of glucose Generally it is ‘Do you have diabetes’, Author cites Dr N (sugar) in your blood is too high. Normally insulin, • Quit smoking recommended to walk Kormas, an Endocrinologist at Concord and a hormone produced in the pancreas, enables the • Eat healthy (or similar activity) 30- Royal Prince Alfred hospitals in Sydney and Dr P body to turn blood glucose into energy or to store • Alcohol – drink no more that 1-2 standard 45 minutes per day. Phillips, an Endocrinologist at the Queen Elizabeth it in cells. But if insulin production is inadequate, drinks per day You don’t have to run Hospital in Adelaide. http:// the glucose remains trapped in the blood and blood • Walk more a marathon, just be www.readersdigest.com.au/healthsmart/do-you- sugar starts to rise above normal. • Get tested by their GP active. have-diabetes/article27556.html $84.8 million being allocated to care facilities for cancer patients in South Australia

$84.8 million is being service partners Cancer Council SA has pumped into cancer ($2.48m) long been concerned care and services for about the differences thousands of South “The facilities will help between rural and Australians being address the inequity metropolitan cancer diagnosed with experienced by rural survival rates for cancer each year. and remote South reasons including Australians with cancer access to treatment and Cancer Council SA who experience worse timeliness of diagnosis. welcomes more outcomes than their services that are better metropolitan Assistance is available coordinated and closer counterparts”, says to more than 6,500 to where people live. Professor Brenda rural and regional South Wilson, Chief Australians with cancer The funding is to Executive, Cancer Council SA. each year in from the include: Expanded Cancer Council SA radiotherapy facilities at providing affordable Lyell McEwin Hospital It is considerd that one motel accommodation for rural and regional in two Australians will cancer patients experience cancer by while patients undergo ($7.6m), the age of 85 and SA treatment in Adelaide.” has a vast spread of A statewide network of population. The funding is 11 chemotherapy units consistent with South across country SA Inevitably, a number of Australia’s Statewide ($5.4m), people with cancer will Cancer Control Plan – still need to travel to the a joint initiative of the A new regional cancer metropolitan area for SA Government and centre at Whyalla some types of cancer Cancer Council SA. ($69.3m) A digital tele- care, including health network linking radiation therapy, but Assistance is also the Whyalla centre, this initiative may help available from the country general reduce the frequency Cancer Council SA hospitals and of travel impacting on Helpline on 13 11 20 or metropolitan cancer their daily lives. www.cancersa.org.au Page 4 Coober Pedy Regional Times Thursday 27 May 2010 DISTRICT COUNCIL OF COOBER PEDY

MAYOR'S REPORT Our presentation covered topics such as Council POSITIONS VACANT (2) Infrastructure, Mining Operations, Social Services, Cashier Receptionist (Administration) Senior Officers Group, and Councils Future Prospects Level 2 Plan. The aim of the presentation was to endeavour to give the group a snapshot of the accomplishments and Council has a vacancy within its Administration challenges faced by our community. Department for a full time Cashier Receptionist. You may recall that EnGen had plans to build a solar Persons interested in this position should have power station in Coober Pedy after the proposal from experience in administration, be able to work within a Solar Systems was shelved and the company went into team environment and have good customer service skills. administration. Unfortunately EnGen has also decided to cancel their plans to build a solar power station on Administration Assistant (Works, Water & economic grounds. Electricity) Level 2 We have however entered into discussions with Energy Council has a vacancy within its Works, Water & SA regarding other projects that can be implemented in Electricity Departments for a full time Administration Coober Pedy using the $650,000 committed to the solar Assistant. power station by the Dept of Premier and Cabinet. We are hopeful that the funding can be applied to solar Persons interested in this position should have projects in Coober Pedy that will enable our residents experience in administration and be able to work within and community groups to benefit directly. Discussions a small team. are continuing and when a proposal is agreed it will be brought to Council for further consideration. Job and Person Specifications for these positions can Mayor Steve Baines JP be obtained from Ms Judy Williams (Executive IMX have now advised that interim funding has been Assistant) on Ph: 8672 4601 or from the front counter secured and they are now committed to developing the at the Council office. 18th MAY 2010 Cairn Hill Project. All applications addressing the Job and Person I have had initial talks with IMX who advise they are On the Thursday 6th of May the CEO and I did a joint Specification, including a current resumé, are to be still committed to engaging local personnel. They also presentation to the Regional Coordination Network forwarded to: (RCN). The RCN is the peak regional body responsible advise that they will be holding a Community and Suppliers forum early next month. This is great news for the coordination of issues and activities from a The Chief Executive Officer for Coober Pedy as IMX will be basing their workforce whole of government perspective. District Council of Coober Pedy in town and will not be engaging a fly in/ fly out PO Box 425 workforce. This gives our local workforce and suppliers The group was established by cabinet in 2002 and comprises Coober Pedy SA 5723 the opportunity to benefit from their operations. senior regional managers from a range of government by close of business on: FRIDAY 4th June 2010 agencies that provide services to Coober Pedy and the region and report back to State Government with Steve Baines T McLeod, Chief Executive Officer recommendations. Mayor increases in fees, for example, an application fee for ordinary mineral claims will more than double. Following, based on Troy Tarlo-Yautakas, Far North information from the Industry & Investment NSW’s website is an example of some of the fee increases: - Economic Development Manager LIGHTNING RIDGE Troy Tarlo-Yautakas is the new Far North Economic Far North of South Australia. He will be assisting with the Title: Current Fee; Proposed Fee Development Manager with Regional Development establishment of new commercial ventures, value adding Australia Far North (RDAFN). and developing alternative opportunities in existing Application for ordinary mineral claim $60; $130 industries, developing marketing and promotional strategies, Application for 2ha reward claim $480; $500 identifying and minimising impediments to business and Application of 2ha prospecting claim $125; $180 helping industries to adopt best practice philosophies. Application for 2ha puddling claim $1,200; $5,000 Application for 2ha mullock dump$1,200; $5,000 Other areas of responsibility that Troy will be focusing on Application for 2ha open cut claim with rehabilitation include facilitating the development of the Opal Industry liability less than $200k $5,000 and the broader resources industry in the Far North of South Renewal ordinary mineral claim $90; $100 Australia. This will include the support industries to the Transfer of mineral claim $85; $120 resources sector such as employment and skill formation Application for OPL $25; $30 activities and involve liaising with key industry groups, Application for mining lease $2,700; $10,000 service sector and local government on matters pertaining Application for renewal of mining lease to regional economic development. $1,200; $3,000 Lease fees, 5 or less employees, under $100k Currently Troy is organising the next Far North Economic investment $2,000; $85 per ha Development Forum to be held in Coober Pedy in August this year. The Forum is held annually and attracts participation from a broad spectrum of federal, state and A major concern is the potential requirement for local government organisations, major resource companies Rehabilitation and Environmental Management Plans (such as OZ Minerals, IMX Resources, Western Plains (REMP) but we are unsure how these will be applied to Resources and Altona Energy), inter and intra-state the opal industry and is dependent upon the policy of business as well as local business enterprises. Industry & Investment NSW.

Troy’s role also assists in the planning processes of the We have had to prepare a REMP for ‘Barfield’. District Council of Coober Pedy (DCCP) and Regional Troy Tarlo-Yautakas (RDAFN) to assist in Development Australia Far North (RDAFN) and to seek The future submission fee for a REMP will be $5,000 for the economic development of Coober Pedy funding from available sources to assist in the economic activities with a rehabilitation liability less than $200,000. and the Far North of South Australia. development of Coober Pedy and the Far North of South Australia. Troy, and his wife Sandra Harris who is the Information Officers The regulation also proposes to reduce miners’ at the Coober Pedy Visitor Information Centre, have lived in access rights if they need access to a prospecting or If you would like to speak to Troy to find out more about his Coober Pedy since early 2007. He is a committee member on mining title by a right of way. role call (08) 8672 5579 mobile: 0428 846 500 or email the Coober Pedy Opal Miner’s Association and the Co- [email protected]. ordinator/Secretary of the Gem Trade Show. A favourite fee is the fee per hour for provision of information (not including prescribed records Troy has had considerable experience in Commonwealth and MASSIVE FEE INCREASES available at prescribed locations) $150 (exclusive of Local Government. He has previously managed GST). Commonwealth funding programs and has been responsible PROPOSED FOR LIGHTNING for determining funding grants and tender applications. RIDGE OPAL MINERS If anyone would like to look at the regulations simply go to the Department’s website – www.dpi.nsw.gov.au. Recently Troy had his own opal mining business and has The draft Mining Regulation 2010 has been released worked with a local mining company providing mainstream Now is the perfect time to join the LRMA for maximum services to the region’s resource sector. for public consultation and submissions are due by 18 June 2010. benefit as your membership will remain current until 30 Troy’s role encompasses the key responsibility of promoting, June 2011. facilitating and fostering economic development with a focus The LRMA is still in the process of analysing the regulations on stimulating employment growth in Coober Pedy and the but at first glance the major impacts will be massive Maxine O'Brien, Secretary/Manager LRMA Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 5 UPCOMING MOVIES Local Opportunities Outback Open Air Cinema Inc. Coober Pedy SATURDAY 29 MAY 2010

WILL ELECTRICITY BECOME THE “COMMODITY” OF THE FUTURE - EVEN IF FOSSIL FUEL IS PHASED OUT?

One of the latest 31volt Electric Cars currently arriving in Australia just as consumers face an electricity price hike With electricity prices The iMiEV has a "very Toyota Prius plug-in, slowly increasing, will high chance" of going While the "regular" electricity will be the on sale in late 2010, petrol-electric Prius Clash of the Titans” chronicles the struggle between men, kings and gods. expensive commodity says the company's hybrid can operate for The plot deals with Perseus, a demi-god the son of Zeus (Liam Neeson) and a of the future as fuel chief executive, Robert only two kilometres on mortal who is sent off by him along with a fighting band of warriors on an adventure cars are phased out? McEniry. its electric motor alone and then only at speeds across treacherous terrain to find a way to destroy the evil gigantic sea monster of up to 50km/h. known as the Kraken under the power of Hades which is threatening to destroy the Jez Spinks of Nissan EV, Nissan will city of Argos. www.drive.com.au put a small, family, gives a rundown on the electric sedan into The National Times electric cars that arrived production in 2011 and says "Consumers will on our shores in 2009. says the car will go on soon start paying a lot sale in Australia a year more for electricity. 11th Annual 2010 later. The models that could In NSW, Energy be here include: Smart Fortwo ED. Australia, Integral Advantage SA Notice of Board (Electric Drive) Energy and Country Holden Volt, GM'S Energy customers will flagship green car will Mercedes unveiled the be paying an additional Regional Awards Meeting #31 go on sale in Australia second-generation $727, $554 and $893 a in 2012, a year or two FortwoED at the year by 2013. after its US debut. Detroit motor show, Nominate on line at Thursday 17 and Friday 18 June though the car is still Other states are also Coober Pedy Mini E, The BMW- undergoing testing for announcing massive advantagesa.com.au The public is welcome to attend the meeting as owned British brand has potential mass rises. begun trials in North production. observers and a community dinner will be held on America of an all- Will plans for or call 08 8211 8111. the Thursday night. Toyota FT-EV, The car electric version of the alternative power and Further information and an agenda are available iconic small car. industry's champion of wind-powered electric petrol-electric hybrid car charging stations in Nominations Close from the Board: (08) 8648 5977 or Mitsubishi iMiEV, technology unveiled a Australia serve to lower www.saalnrm.sa.gov.au Mitsubishi could be the battery-electric version of electricity prices, once SALNRM011258 first to sell a fully its iQ micro car at the 2009 increases are 4 June 2010 electric car in Australia. Detroit motor show. established? Page 6 Coober Pedy Regional Times Thursday 27 May 2010 LOCAL COMMUNITY The Sorting Table at Northern Saints Recycle Centre Coober Pedy, known for the ingenious technology of its mining machinery - the blower, tunneling machines and noodling machines, is also home of one of the most efficient bottle and can sorting systems in South Australia.

Daryl Denton made the spinning round table out of an old car diff and various bits of scrap.

Designed for function rather than beauty, the table is sloped to help bottles roll to the sorter. The slope also caters to sorters of all sizes - tall, medium and short.

Three people at a time can work the table when it is busy.

The sorting table has been in constant use for eight years and has never needed maintenance. by Sue Britt Coober Pedy The sorting table. The tilt of the table makes for quick sorting of Santa, the Saints Recycling Centre’s dog the different kinds of cans, bottles and plastic containers Coober Pedy’s Travellers camping in rest Biggest Afternoon Tea area on Stuart Highway risk This Saturday at collision with road trains Photograph: Sue Britt Italian Club

WHEN: Saturday 29 May 2010 WHERE: Italian Club - 2:00 – 5:00pm Biggest Afternoon Tea

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Hosts: Katrina Hikl, Miriam Kammermann, and Kate McLeod Overnight campers at the “rest area” on the Stuart Highway at Coober Pedy Sweet or savoury plate would be appreciated Up to fifteen campers per night may be Local residents driving their children to school risking lives by camping in a parking bay on have also expressed concerns that the campers the Stuart Highway at the entrance to Coober may not have suitable facilities on board that Pedy. would be sufficient in keeping the surroundings hygienic. The area is a parking bay and rest area which services large road trains. The “No Camping” The intersection is only a few hundred metres from sign normally visible to travellers has recently gone a tourist park with camping and toilet facilities. missing leaving campers at risk if road trains There is also adequate signage on the roadway swing in for a stop during the night. with phone numbers for booking ahead. ROWAN ACUPUNCTURE Est: 1982 UNDERGROUND VISITS BOOKS RAMSEY Ph: (08) 8672 5920 Post Office Hill Road MP Paul Naughton will be Send to: Coober Pedy Regional Times Coober Pedy’s consulting at Desert View Motel Newspaper Books Email:[email protected] Federal Tomorrow Friday 28th and Cards & Stationary Souvenirs Representative Saturday 29th May for your or: [email protected] Computer Supplies Stationary Desert Parks Agent & other tours back and neck problems plus Maps & Books on the area (Whyalla) 1300 301 651 acupuncture and remedial Download Newspaper Local Information/Road report (Port Pirie) 1300 301 742 massage. Phone 0417 492065 FREE online at Information [email protected] to book appointment. www.cooberpedyregionaltimes.wordrpress.com Phone: (08) 8672 5558 Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 7 LETTER TO EDITOR Re: “NEW SMOKING TAX” Dear Sir,

I want to change my choices in life!

I wish to partake in the politically and socially acceptable practice of consuming alcohol, in vast quantities.

“The Government is my Shepherd - he will keep me safe!”

I want to drink alcohol so that it makes me abusive, argumentive and loud-mouthed.

I want to vomit on people, in hotels, cars and taxis, in bed at home or on my hands and knees in front of the toilet.

I want to drink alcohol so that I am grumpy the following morning because I have a mother of a hangover.

I want to bash my friends or strangers alike. I want to abuse, bash batter &/or rape my wife, partner and children.

I want my children to go hungry because I need my alcohol more than they need food and clothing!

I want to hurt my friends, work colleagues, family and I want to kill pedestrians and cyclists or maim people for life.

I know that I do not have to stop and assist them, as I am safe and secure under the Law as the Magistrate will ONLY pat me on the shoulder and tell me that I have suffered enough already.

I know that the Magistrate will say that it is okay for me to go out and do it all again next month.

HOWEVER, I have made my choice in life; I am a Smoker and only wish to harm myself! For my choice in life, I am ostracised by the Australian Government, so that my habit is more expensive and now my family will suffer as living expenses rise and my income dwindles!

I have three questions for the Australian Government and ALL politicians alike:

• When will the Australian Government take the necessary steps/actions and put in place Laws/Acts of Gaol terms to prevent the needless slaughter on “OUR” roads because of Alcohol?

• When will politicians stand up for ALL the people in broken marriages, the battered/beaten partners and the ostracised children in “OUR” Alcohol Ridden Society?

• Why is it that something that is socially acceptable in Parliament but has the most devastating effect across the whole community, not totally banned?

Greg Curnow Whyalla Norrie SA 5608

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2010 BINGO NIGHTS „ CAMERA SPECIAL - 2 for $38 FRIDAY NIGHTS community Bingo „ 2 BATTERY 4 PACKS ( AA) $11 evenings commencing at 7.30 pm „ MEDIA CARDS - Buy 1 (get 2nd one at 1/2 price) Everyone is welcome „ Buy Media Card - get burnt to CD FREE „ Burn CD $5 Burn DVD $7 Many prizes to win Specials apply with voucher Page 8 Coober Pedy Regional Times Thursday 27 May 2010 REGIONAL NEWS CooberCoober PedyPedy AreaArea SchoolSchool COMMUNITY NRM FORUM 50th50th BirthdayBirthday CelebrationsCelebrations Where To From On Easter Sunday, Coober Pedy Area Here? School held its 50th Birthday Celebration at the school. The celebrations kicked off Showcasing the work of the SA Arid Lands NRM at 2pm and ran until 8pm that evening. Board, this event is an opportunity to meet your local NRM members, Board and staff members in a fun and stimulating environment. Some of the highlights of the day were: the Tell us what the SA Arid Lands NRM Board can do for fantastic library display of old photos and your industry or community. Choose from a variety of memorabilia, games from yesteryear set up in presentations and workshops. Learn about hot topics the quad, classroom displays, the opening of the such as carbon credits from leading speakers. There will be free childcare plus a complimentary time capsule, cutting of the beautiful cake, a dinner and entertainment. spaghetti pig-out and cake relay, Bush Tucker Where: Eldo Hotel, Woomera with George Cooley and Umoona friends, and When: Wednesday 23 June performances by the School Choir, Dance Group Cost: Free and Greek Dancers. Bookings & further information: Louise Gavin 8648 5977.

Coober Pedy Area School would like to www.saalnrm.sa.gov.au SALNRM011257 thank the following people for making our 50th Birthday Celebration such a fantastic day! The beautiful cake made by Dianne Tindal Dianne Tindal Michael Coro, Steve Nikou and the Miners Store Playing The Historical Society George Damien Clark Cooley, one Carmello Crisa of the first hopscotch Our sound manager Coober Pedy School Choir Area School The Greek Dancers students, The Twilight Dancers cutting the beautiful 50th And in particular, all of the wonderful past and anniversary present staff and students who came to make cake this day a very special occasion!

Coober Pedy Area School 50th Birthday Committee.

Games from Yesteryear in the Quad

Past Staff and Students who visited on the day

Parents and children participating in the much enjoyed Spaghetti Pig-out

Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 9 SAINTS BRING HOME A FOURTH WIN ON A NEAR DRAWN MATCH Photography: Peter Rowe According to Peter Rowe who was on the spot to cheer for the Saints and pick up some choice photo opportunities,Coober Pedy Saints had a well deserved win on Saturday, playing at home under lights and host to the Hornridge Magpies.

From Peter’s observation the Magpies could have drawn the match on the last kick after the siren, but kicked it out on the full.

“We had players and spectators from as far away as Oodnadatta playing for the Saints”, said Peter

Go the mighty Coober Pedy Saints.

Hornridge has the ball within grasp and Saints Umpire Jeff Paige calls a stop to play with players scrumaging for the ball showing their desperation for the ball

A Hornridge player leaps after the player with the ball in this fast Saints players get the edge on play at this moment moving match

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Authorised by the Australian Government, Capital Hill, Canberra Page 10 Coober Pedy Regional Times Thursday 27 May 2010 “NO MORE” Campaign This week’s footy game at Coober Pedy kicked off Response to this display has been positive from men and “The silent protest in more ways than one. women of the community. by men against family violence and Bryce Tickner, Male Counsellor, UnitingCare Wesley This campaign will be on going and with the community child abuse was organised the launch of the “No More” campaign in Coober behind it we will make a difference. Pedy. This is about men saying No More to Family inspired by Charlie Violence and Child Abuse. King from the ABC Many thanks to all the men who took part on Saturday TV in Darwin night and to the women who supported them. It was a which has had great The Coober Pedy Saints and the Hornridge Magpies proud moment for Coober Pedy. willingly linked arms, faced the the crowd, backed by success in the male spectators and stood in silence for one minute to Northern send out this message. BRYCE TICKNER Territory”, said Mens counsellor Bryce Tickner of The women applauded the event and the atmosphere was UnitingCare Wesley UnitingCare Wesley electric, compounded by a blackening sky. 0428326532 in Coober Pedy. From page 1

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The Hornridge Magpies link arms with the Coober Pedy Saints in a silent protest which marked Photos Gilli Procopis the biginning of the “No More” Campaign Left: A row of male spectators joined in the silent protest by standing supportively behind the two footy teams

Right: The two masters of ceremonies, Robin Walker and event organiser Bryce Tickner

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Authorised by the Australian Government, Capital Hill, Canberra Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 11 LOCAL & REGIONAL INFORMATION DENTIST DATES PinkPink RRoadoadhousehouse OodnadattaOodnadatta Coober Pedy Tel: Dental Clinic (08) 86 707 822 Freecall: 1800 802 074 www.pinkroadhouse.com.au Caravan beside School

Fax: Email: DENTIST VISITS 2010 (08) 86 707 831 [email protected] All Monday - Friday 29 March - 1 April 27 - 30 April 24 - 28 May 21 - 25 June 19 - 23 July 16 - 20 August 13 - 17 September 11 - 15 October 8 - 12 November 6 - 10 December VETINARY DATES I, Roger Absalom, Veterinarian, wish to advise that whilst I am no longer associated with Pt. Augusta Veterinary Services, due to client demand, I will continue to conduct clinics in Coober Pedy. Current set dates are ♦ 17th May ♦ 5th July

Further dates will be advertised; Location at Dog OUTBACK EVENTS Pound at the END of Hutchison Street- continue WHAT’S ON in COOBER PEDY ? past Centrelink. Appointments please phone MONDAYS FRIDAYS JUNE: Marree Picnic Races 0428426619 / 08 86426619 (evenings) Ambulance Training and Gymkhana 12th & 13th Italian Club Fish ‘n Chips June 2010 (08) 8675 8345 WINTON QLD OPAL TUESDAYS 6.30 pm - 7.30pm Sharon Bell, Ph: 86758307 or FESTIVAL EXPO DATES Quiz night 2nd Friday night of E: [email protected] DATES: 8th 9th 10th July 2010 District Council Meetings month at 8pm sharp Opal is Australia's national gemstone. The 3nd Tuesday each month at 7pm JULY: Marree Australian Camel Queensland Boulder Opal Association holds it's Footy Training: 6.30 pm Oval SATURDAYS Cup 03 July (08) 8675 8222 annual Opal Expo Festival for two days where the Email: [email protected] miners from all opal fields come to Winton to trade with CFS Training national and international buyers and the public. Mine Rescue Training WEDNESDAYS Oodnadatta Bronco Branding (Alternate Saturdays) Active Girls Group AFSS HOUSE and Campdraft Saturday, July Thursday night: a meet and greet evening 10th 2010. Contact Tony Friday: trading in the Beer Garden and tailgating in from 3.30 pm until 5pm Trash-n-Treasure Lions Club the car park of the North Gregory Hotel. Last Saturday each Month Williams on 86707961 Craft Group 7.30 - 9.30pm at Friday night: a social night Drive In CLASH OF THE Saturday morning: more trading and street markets. Catacomb Church - Quilting or BYO AUGUST: Coober Pedy Races TITANS 29 May 2010 Saturday Night: a Gala Dinner Dance at the Shire Tel: Joy Palmer 8672 5038 or June 7 & 8 August 2010. Contact Hall where the winner of both the Jewellery and Dress Maclean 86725029 BIG CUPPA TEA 29 May Peter Rowe on 08 8672 5226 Designs competitions are announced and the entries Italian Club are paraded. Roxby Downs Cup 14 August ♦ Freephone : 1300 665 115 THURSDAYS CP SHOOTERS CLUB (08) 8671 2001 ♦ Phone : +61 (0)7 4657 1466 Italian Club: Happy Hour 6.00 - 7.00 pm. Pistol Competition ♦ Fax : +61 (0)7 4657 1886 10am and 12pm Rapid Fire Roast/Veg commencing at 6.30 pm. Innamincka Picnic Races & Gymkhana 28th & Sunday 29th ENGINEERING SERVICE Footy Training: 6.30 pm Oval GOLF (CP Golf Course) Great Australian Outback Cattle FRIDAYS SUNDAYS Drive runs from Friday 30 July – UREN ENGINEERING CP SHOOTERS CLUB Greek Club - Bingo 7.30 pm Sunday 29 August 2010 and has PTY LTD Rifle Competition been divided into six tours. United Club Sundays 10am Tel: 1800 633 060 Light, Heavy & Structural Soccer 7pm, Bowls 7pm Disco - Golf (CP Golf Course) Fabrication SEPTEMBER: Birdsville Races Earthmoving Equipment Please let us know if your events become 2010 South Australian (07) 4656 3300 Repairs & Maintenance out of date or if times and details change Tourism Awards Motor Body Building [email protected] OCTOBER: Oktopalfest Nominations close on 9 July and Coober Pedy (08) 8672 7078 Semi Trailer Repairs, Aluminium/ submissions are due by 16 Aug. Steel Nominating for the 2010 South Marree Gymkhana Milling Machines Australian Tourism Awards must (08) 8675 8222 be completed online at Machining & Repetition Lathes www.satourismawards.com.au Quick Turn-around Blinman Gymnkhana For further information contact (08) 8648 4871 Anneliese Powell South Austra- 116-118 WINGFIELD ROAD WINGFIELD 5013 lian Tourism Industry Council on Just contact us in regards to your needs Flinders Ranges - A Brush With telephone (08) 8110 0127 or Art Flinders Ranges - various PH: 08-83471119 FAX; 08 83471442 [email protected] Tel: 08 86725 920 locations 8642 4557 Email: [email protected] www.satourismawards.com.au Page 12 Coober Pedy Regional Times Thursday 27 May 2010 MINTABIE: Katherine, Kids and Crocodiles c Mintabie Area School students and staff have just returned Next morning we were all able to participate in the barramundi M ARDLE from their most adventurous school Camp to date, rivalling feeding, before a last dip and travel up to Katherine. 2008’s Snow excursion. That night we took part in a dinner cruise and crocodile feeding FREIGHT Excitedly the trip began on a Sunday morning as the bus headed activity along the Katherine River. Provides a Weekly up the Stuart Highway on the first stage of a Camp to the far north town of Katherine. None of the students had ever seen a crocodile in the wild and all Service to were in awe of the prehistoric beasts. A large male croc, ‘Justin’ Coober Pedy & The excitement waned somewhat as 2 blown tyres later and a was waiting for any scraps left from our barbie, and even our Surrounding Areas stop to tighten another tyre which was in danger of falling off, most adventurous students were reluctant to venture too near Alice Springs was still several hours away and our schedule was the monster. way out! Next day was extremely busy, with a morning trip to the Cutta Eventually we arrived, just in time to visit the Reptile Park where Cutta caves with their sparkling formations, followed by a visit students were able to handle lizards and snakes. to a prehistoric cycad maze garden. Truckin’ Frozen, Perishable and Panic set in amongst the staff when it was realised that the The afternoon was the highlight of our journey with a boat cruise General Freight. Also Specialising in following day was a public holiday in the Territory, thus preventing along the famous Katherine Gorge, including a swim under a Livestock, Wool and Bulk Cartage the purchase of three new tyres, essential to the continuance of waterfall. We were not aware of the swimming aspect so no-one the trip. had brought swimming gear. However, because of the hot tropical Adelaide: (08) 8349 6999 conditions it was no problem to dive in the sparkling water fully Mobile: 0408 859 037 The entire Camp was in jeopardy as the itinerary was irretrievably clothed! All dried off on the trek back down the rocky pathway set and would be impossible to rearrange. Fortunately friendships to the boat. Fax: (08) 8349 6066 were tested and influence was brought to bear resulting in Steve from Beaurepaires agreeing to open up the shop early next Our final day in Katherine began with a bus ride 60 kms north to morning as a special favour, ensuring the bus was fit to travel. the Katherine National Park area of Edith Falls. After an exhausting With great relief we all headed out for dinner and ten pin bowling. hike through the wilderness we arrived at the beautiful Falls, and everyone gratefully took to the water, this time with swimwear. While the bus was being re-fitted the kids expended excess energy and climbed ANZAC Hill and eventually we headed back up the Tragedy almost struck when two of our party were caught in a track, only marginally behind schedule, for lunch at the UFO rip, but both were pulled to safety. Another student fell on the Capital of Australia, Wycliffe Well and a lengthy stop at the journey back down the steep pathway and ended up being carted amazing Devil’s Marbles where everyone climbed on the fantastic off to Katherine Hospital in an ambulance. Fortunately there were sculpted rocks. no broken bones and he was released that night.

Meanwhile the rest of the party were concluding their Katherine visit with some more water fun – splashing around in the COPPER CITY Katherine Thermal springs. HAULAGE Day 7 and we began the long journey home, with a return to Tennant Creek, just in time to participate in an interesting TRANSPORT & underground tour of the old Battery Gold Mine. Freight Needs The following day it was back to Alice, with a welcome break at the TiTree tropical fruit farm for delicious mango icecream and a photo opportunity at the Tropic of Capricorn.

General & Heavy A final excursion was a trip to Simpsons Gap and then an early night, as the hectic pace of our excursion was beginning to tell Carriers on some of the younger students (and some of the older staff!!)

Out of Areas Finally, on Monday we headed for home, tired, exhausted but extremely happy as the Camp had been a great success, Locations Above: The campers swimming at Katherine Gorge educationally, socially and as an opportunity to appreciate the contact: amazing sights of northern Australia. (08) 82859999 [email protected]

A welcome overnight stay at Tennant Creek refreshed all and first stop day 3 saw us all ensconced at the famous Daly Waters Pub for lunch. At last we reached the first of our major destinations, Mataranka.

In preparation for the Camp the Secondary Mintabie Opal Fields students had been studying the Australian classic book, We of the Never Never, by Left: Kellee Right: Mintabie Jeannie Gunn, while all the Primary and kids have fun Secondary students had viewed the movie feeds the barra based on the book. at edith falls

The tale was brought vividly to life with a Below: tour of the replica Homestead, a visit to underground at the Elsey Museum and, most poignantly, a Below: tennant Creek trip to the Elsey Cemetery where many of Justin the croc the people mentioned in the book were buried.

Naturally, no trip to Mataranka is complete without a swim in the famous Thermal Springs and everyone had a wonderful time frolicking beneath the palm trees in tepid water.

The other outstanding feature of Mataranka as far as the students were concerned were the huge numbers of cane toads which inundated the grounds of our accommodation, as well as bounding all over the bedrooms! Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 13 FAMILY MATTERS

“Child Care Links is funded by the Australian Government under the Family Support Program”. Tanya Lauder Child Care Links Officer District Council of Coober Pedy

Page 14 Coober Pedy Regional Times Thursday 27 May 2010 GO SAINTS!!! I visited my vet Roger (the roving vet) Absalom while he was here last week at his Coober Pedy Surgery. I checked out the new premises and was impressed with what I My fortnightly round-up saw. Roger has been our family vet for decades. I am really concerned about the year slipping away. So last week I decided to complete everything I had started and hadn’t finished.

One of the most important things was that my darling Ralfie, still hadn’t got his Easter eggs. A play date was Dog Reporter, Charlie Paris arranged. Ralf wasn’t interested in the Easter egg as much as the small squishy toy that came with it. It was a present [email protected] he will never forget. It was colourful, soft, with big eyes, Coober Pedy is really the most amazing place, with so lots of tentacles and in the middle was a hard plastic box much going on. I’m going to join the Coober Pedy Saints that lights up when you drop it. Football Club. I wouldn’t mind training with them if I’m allowed to. I think I need to support my Lil’sis Lucy Lui, Ralfie was thrilled with it and wouldn’t let it go. as she never misses a game.

CP…Ralfie, should we play with it together? When I was a puppy I met two interesting men, Martin Ralf…I want to go home Corbin and Viesturs Cielens, they are talented people who CP… Can I share it with you? are helping Coober Pedy with the landscaping ideas for Bliss! I had an itch I just couldn't reach so I had Ralf…I want to go home the new playground. It’s time the Drive In had a face lift, Roger, my vet, professionally scratch it! CP… Do you want to play outside? and with such a large building and kitchen facilities it seems A friend of mine, Brandon Cram, is doing volunteer work Ralf…I want to go home a waste of space if it isn’t open to all of Coober Pedy for with kids around town. He is very good with bicycles, CP…Do you want to dig up old bones with me? events and meetings. riding and repairing them. Ralf…I want to go home CP…If you don’t want to play, you better go home. Paul Maduro, the youth worker at the council and Brandon Ralf…OK are getting together to start an after school workshop with age 11-17 years, boys and girls, to be held at the By the time they got home, Ralfie got out of the car without Youth Centre at Oxiana Oval. They will need some help his toy? My mother in-law Dawn, couldn’t find the toy with old bikes and bike parts and tools. anywhere because Ralfie had eaten it, all of it. The kids can start learning how to repair and maintain their bikes. Maintenance and road safety training, what a The eyes, the tentacles, and the flashing box inside, batteries great idea? included. Ralfie, was it tasty? I find myself, that plastic gives me indigestion. Teddy bear eyes and glad wrap If you are interested in donating anything or helping out look much tastier than they are in reality. you should give Brandon a phone call 0447356739. Look for the posters around town .

Brandon if I could ride a bike I would be the first one there, but my legs are too short for the pedals.

Viesturs and I discussing the drive in's needs. ''I I have some new fans. A big hello to year 8-10 students think we need an outdoor food servery over there at Karcultaby Area School. I would love to come and eat lunch with you! Woof Woof, Charlie Paris for dogs Viesturs!'' I have so many ideas about how they could use the building, PS. Dear Steve Staines, I found this weelly good movie that I should join the committee. I’d love to see more trees made in 2001 by Warner Bros. What do you think? CP and native bushes planted around inside the fence. What about ‘bring your pet to the drive in night’ (no exotic pets that will eat other pets or bite or scare me, please).

Ralfie with his ''catch of the day.'' He's so cute!

FOR STEVE STAINES Meet this mystery Victorian dog with a Coober Us dogs have to watch Lassie on TV at home, connection next issue! alone, with no real atmosphere...... CONSIDERATION!

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Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 15 CLASSIFIEDS ADVERTISING Deadline for Classified Material is Friday 5 pm prior to publishing. See page 2 for Rates, Deadlines & Publishing Dates POSITION VACANT POSITION VACANT

Umoona Tjutagku Health Service Inc Umoona Tjutagku Health Service Inc Chief Executive Officer Senior Registered Nurse Full Time Position Full Time Position UTHS is seeking to employ a self-motivated Chief Executive Officer for our UTHS is seeking to employ a self-motivated Senior Registered Nurse to work as part of a Aboriginal Health Service located in Coober Pedy SA. dynamic clinic team Responsible to the Board of Directors The Senior Registered Nurse will be responsible to the Director of Clinical Services and will work closely with the Aboriginal Health Workers. The position requires the Senior Registered Nurse to Essential Criteria provide a service to promote the improvement of Aboriginal Health by working within the goals of * Possess relevant tertiary qualifications the primary health care principles. The Senior Registered Nurse will use clinical skills in patient * Have a good understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait care, assessment, wound management, medication management and health promotion. Islander communities and community controlled organisations * Have experience developing, implementing and evaluating strategic and business The Senior Registered Nurse will also be expected to be involved in the Healthy for Life program. plans as well as organisational policies and procedures The principles of Healthy for Life include improving and promoting child and maternal health care * Have the ability to secure and manage funding for health and community and chronic disease management. The role includes implementing and evaluating health development programs for the indigenous community. * Have the experience in resource management and staff supervision The successful applicant would contribute to and be instrumental in maintaining a high degree of * Have the ability to communicate and consult with all levels of stakeholders both awareness regarding culturally appropriate conditions and practices in all dealings with Aboriginal internal and external to the organisation clients. * Have demonstrated knowledge and experience in human and financial resource management Benefits of being employed by Umoona Tjutagku Health Service: * Understanding of EEOO, OH&S, EAPS and Ethical work practices * Experience working in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Primary Health Care Service Remuneration is negotiable and willl be based on experience and suitabilty to the role * Opportunity to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team * Salary Sacrifice Benefits are available Applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a resume outlining * Opportunities for further training / personal development qualifications and experience Enquiries to Enquiries to: Mrs Priscilla Larkins Mrs. Christine Radford Interim Ceo Director of Clinical Services (08) 86725255 (08) 86725255

Applications close Friday 4th June 2010 at 5pm Applications are to be made out to Mrs. Priscilla Larkins If you wish to obtain a job & Description specification contact Rose Berry on Acting Chief Executive Officer Ph: (08) 86 724 020 Fax: (08) 86 725 664 Umoona Tjutagku Health Service Inc Email: [email protected] P.O. Box 166 Coober Pedy S.A. 5723 Applications marked “Confidential - CEO Application should be forwarded to: Applications close Friday 4th June 2010 at 5pm

Mrs. Rose Berry If you wish to obtain a Job & Description Specification contact Rose Berry on Ph: (08) 86 724 020. Business Service Manager Fax (08) 86 725 664 Umoona Tjutagku Health Service Inc Email: [email protected]

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply

FOR SALE - PROPERTY ADVERTISING BAIRD BAY If you need to place an 3 b.r. home, beach front 1215 sqm block, fully furn advertisement in the see www.diysel.com.au for more info Coober Pedy Regional Umoona Tjutagku Health Service Inc. $360,000. Ph (08) 83885294 Times, NOTICE OF A SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING FOR SALE - MACHINERY email:[email protected] DATE: TUESDAY 15th JUNE 2010 Caterpillar 322B Excavator 1997 TIME: 10.00AM LOCATION: ITALIAN CLUB Reg.OSV288. $46000.00, ONO Tel: 08 86725920 REFRESHMENT: LUNCH FOR MEMBERS phone: 0427551985 Indemnity: Advertising agencies and advertisers On the 20th of May 2010 The Committee of Umoona Health Service Incorporated also accept full responsibility for the known as Umoona Tjutagku Health Service Incorporated (UTHS) decided to call a contents of all advertisements and GENERAL MEETING and invites all eligible members to attend the meeting. Keep agree to indemnify the publishers against any claim or proceedings out of PURPOSE OF THE GENERAL MEETING: the the publication of such advertisements. Provision of material or copy for 1.To ask the membership to consider UTHS to becoming incorporated under the Outback publication constitutes acceptance by Corporations Aboriginal &Torres Strait Islander Act 2006 (CATSI Act 2006). advertisers and advertising agencies of 2.Consider and adopt the constitution and rules of UTHS as presented by the committee. this condition. Beautiful 3.Ask the members to vote on UTHS becoming incorporated under the CATSI Act 2006.

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Community Support Worker – EXPLORATION LICENCES 120th OZ Minerals Development Worker Alternative Care Oodnadatta Races Gambling Help Service Coober Pedy Coober Pedy & Gymkhana SACS Level 3 – $39,954 - $42,490 SACS Level 4 – $44,162 - $47,296 Saturday 15th May 2010 Aboriginal Family Support Services (AFSS) has provided a Aboriginal Family Support Services (AFSS) has provided a range of services to the Aboriginal community throughout range of services to the Aboriginal community throughout South Australia for over 30 years. AFSS is seeking to fi ll the South Australia for over 30 years. AFSS is seeking to fi ll the Mining Act, 1971 Champion Child Rider 9yrs & under position of Community Development Worker for the ‘Safe position of Family Support Worker – Alternative Care based Notice is hereby given in accordance with Bridie Greenfiled Bet’ Gambling Program based in our Coober Pedy Offi ce to in our Coober Pedy Offi ce. Section 28 (5) of the Mining Act, 1971, that the (Trophy donated Mrs Edith Clarke) provide a gambling intervention service to assist members The position is part of a broader AFSS Alternative Care Minister for Mineral Resources Development Champion Child Rider 10-15 yrs of the Aboriginal community. Program team which provides a range of services to the proposes to grant Exploration Licences over the Aboriginal community to ensure safe family-based care undermentioned areas. Laura Greenfield The successful applicant will require a sound knowledge of options. The successful applicant will have demonstrated Applicant: Marmota Energy Limited (Trophy donated Mrs Edith Clarke) the issues that cause problem gambling and will provide ability to relate, recruit and assess foster carers, liaise Location: Mount Freeling – Wooltana area intervention programs that support community members positively with other service providers and promote the Leading Adult Gymkhana –Greg – approx 100 km northeast of to overcome their gambling habit. Skills in counselling role of foster carers in the communities in the Coober Warren Leigh Creek and developing community programs are essential and Pedy area. (Trophy donated by Greg Warren) applicants must have the ability to liaise and consult with Pastoral Leases: Mount Lyndhurst, Working for a not for profi t organisation, you will have Mount Freeling, Wooltana Leading Horse – Sully (owned by Tony a broad cross section of the community and the industry. the opportunity to salary sacrifi ce to increase your take Term: One year Working for a not for profi t organisation, you will have the home pay. Williams) Area in km²: 393 opportunity to salary sacrifi ce to increase your take home pay. Driver’s Licence and a satisfactory National Criminal Steer Ride- Jimmy Leslie Ref: 2009/00240 Driver’s Licence and a satisfactory National Criminal History Check are essential. Champion Motor Bike Rider 10-15 yrs History Check are essential. People of Aboriginal descent are encouraged to apply. Applicant: Newcrest Operations Limited Cassie Sims Location: Benagerie Ridge A area – approx Champion Senior Motor Bike Rider Applicants must address the Requirements of the Positions Applicants must address the Requirements of the Positions 185 km ENE of Leigh Creek as set out in the Job and Person Specifi cation available as set out in the Job and Person Specifi cation available Justin Nunn from the Positions Vacant section at www.afss.com.au from the Positions Vacant section at www.afss.com.au Pastoral Leases: Lakeside, Quinyambie Term: One year Leading Racehorse Trainer – Helen & Telephone enquiries to Lyn Gordon (08) 8672 3066 Telephone enquiries to Lyn Gordon (08) 8672 3066 Area in km²: 338 Darryl Gower Applications should be forwarded to Applications should be forwarded to Ref: [email protected] not later than [email protected] not later than 2010/00085 (Trophy donated by Eddie & Gerry COB Friday 4th June 2010 COB Friday 4th June 2010 Applicant: Newcrest Operations Limited Nunn) “Together with Aboriginal Communities strengthen “Together with Aboriginal Communities strengthen Location: Benagerie Ridge B area – approx Leading Jockey – Helen Gower families to ensure safe and culturally strong futures for families to ensure safe and culturally strong futures for 180 km ENE of Leigh Creek (Trophy donated by Ben Brown) our children and young people” our children and young people” Pastoral Leases: Lakeside, Quinyambie Child Incentive Awards-Charlie Term: One year Casanova & Jackie Amos(donated by Area in km²: 654 Aboriginal Aboriginal Ref: 2010/00086 Ben Greenwood) Family Support Family Support Raffle Services Inc Services Inc Applicant: Newcrest Operations Limited Location: Benagerie Ridge C area – approx 1st Julie Williams _-Watches donated

ABFASU011077 ABFASU011078 175 km east of Leigh Creek by Milhinch Jewellers Pt Augusta Pastoral Leases: Lakeside, Quinyambie 2nd Margie Nunn- Opal Inn voucher Term: One year 3rd Christine Lennon-Eski donated by Towards 2020 – Planning Hospital Area in km²: 407 Mitre 10 Port Augusta Ref: 2010/00087 4th Marls- Gift basket Applicant: Newcrest Operations Limited and Health Services in the Far North Location: Benagerie Ridge D area – approx 195 km ESE of Leigh Creek STUART PETROLEUM of South Australia Pastoral Lease: Quinyambie Term: One year TO DRILL OIL AT Area in km²: 404 During the past 12 months, the Far North Health Advisory Council has actively Ref: 2010/00088 COOPER BASIN encouraged feedback from community members and groups about what Applicant: Newcrest Operations Limited South Australian based oil exploration contributes to making a community healthy, what are the major health issues Location: Benagerie Ridge E area – approx and production company, Stuart facing their community, gaps in services, and suggestions for improving access 170 km ESE of Leigh Creek Petroleum Limited has advised that the to services for all local populations. Pastoral Leases: Lakeside, Quinyambie Mineral Resources Minister for South Term: One year Australia, the Hon Paul Holloway has The main themes which emerged from the feedback received during community Area in km²: 571 granted Petroleum Exploration Licence consultations included Ref: 2010/00089 516 (PEL 516) to Stuart Petroleum • Maintaining existing 24/7 Emergency and Acute Inpatient Medical Services Applicant: Hillment Pty Ltd Limited. • Improve the Patient Journey Location: Warrior area – approx 50 km WNW of Tarcoola PEL 516 is immediately prospective for the • Improve Mental Health Services Pastoral Lease: Muckanippie • Enhanced use of Information, Communication Technologies Term: Two years discovery of additional oil reserves and • Continue to Strengthen Primary Health Care Models, promoting early intervention Area in km²: 165 Stuart plans to commence drilling in the and greater consumer/community awareness. Ref: 2010/00099 new licence area within 90 days. Applicant: Red Metal Limited Presiding Member of the Far North Health Advisory Council, Rose Berry, said the Location: Lake Callabonna area – approx Health Advisory Council had been very happy with the degree of interest by 180 km ESE of Marree community members in contributing to planning health services for the local area. Pastoral Leases: Murnpeowie, Woolatchi Term: One year Area in km²: 340 ‘We want to thank community members for taking the time to complete surveys and Ref: 2010/00108 provide feedback to the Far North Health Advisory Members. We have gathered Plans and co-ordinates can be some very useful information which has made a substantial contribution to found on the PIRSA website: understanding the issues facing our community in relation to health and the services http://www.pir.sa.gov.au/minerals/public_notices provided’. or by phoning Mineral Tenements on 08 8463 3103. J. Martin Mining Registrar The Draft Far North 10 Year Local Health Service Plan is now available for comment Department of Primary Industries by community members and groups. Copies of the draft plan are available from the and Resources following locations: PRIIND013008 www.pir.sa.gov.au • Downloadable from the Health Advisory Council website at: Paralana Community Consultations www.countryhealthsa.sa.gov.au (follow links to the local Health Advisory Council page) Petratherm last week conducted a four-day • Coober Pedy Hospital and Health Service (enquire at front desk) regional community consultation relating to • Coober Pedy Community Health Centre its flagship Paralana geothermal energy • Oodnadatta Health Service project north of the Flinders Ranges. • Umoona Tjutagku Health Service • Frontier Services, Marla Clinic The consultation aimed to inform stakeholders of the project’s progress to date The Far North Health Advisory Council will collate the respective feedback and use and the forward plan along with giving this information to make revisions to the final draft 10 year local health service stakeholders the opportunity to ask plans. questions and provide comments about the project. Comments can be made to the Far North Health Advisory Council by the 7th June 2010 in writing via Petratherm Managing Director Terry Kallis, Exploration Manager Peter Reid and Public • Far North Health Advisory Council, PO Box 143, Coober Pedy SA 5723 and Investor Relations Manager Belinda • Placing in the feedback box at the Coober Pedy Hospital Reception Willis, were accompanied by Primary Industry and Resources of South Australia (PIRSA) • Email: [email protected] Chief Engineer Michael Malavazos. Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 17 WOOMERA & DISTRICTS RESULTS WOOMERA & DISTRICTS FOOTBALL CLUB ROUND 6 22nd May 09 Photo: Peter Rowe Olympic Dam 8 goals 8 behinds 56 points defeated Roxby Districts 8 goals 7 behinds 55 points

Best players for OD 1st M Darrie 2nd D Moyse 3rd C Green 4th D Rogers 5th M Freeth Goal scorers S Montgomerie 3 goals B Rynne 2 goals L Copeland Lee Copeland D Rogers R Montgomerie 1 goal each

Best players for Roxby 1st R Prosser 2nd S Crafter 3rd C Kenny 4th J Chislett 5th S Telfer Goal scorers S Finey 3 goals J Watson 2 goals C Kenny J Telfer R Prosser1 goal each

Coober Pedy 11 goals 11 behinds 77 defeated Hornridge 10 goals 11 behinds 71 points

Best players for CP 1st S Young 2nd A Shakes 3rd I Brown 4th T Wildy 5th J Tappin Goal scorers Z McKenzie 3 goals J Crisa K Warren 2 goals each I Brown S Young B Lennon M Bell 1 goal each

Best players for Hornridge 1st M Blackie 2nd W Monfries 3rd D McEvoy 4th G Gershe 5th N Tuthill Goal scorers C Rainsford 4 goals R Price M Black J Carroll G Gershe T Golding C Barber 1 goal each

ROXBY DOWNS JUNIOR FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION 22nd MAY JUNIOR COLTS Bulldogs 3 goal 9 behinds 27 points defeated Hawks 3 goals 6 behind 24 points

Best players for Bulldogs 1st Josh S 2nd Zac B 3rd Kiaran Dadleh 4th Jack Rigden 5th Shaun King Goal scorers S King Zac B Kiaran Dadleh 1 goal each Hawks scores unavailable

SENIOR COLTS Bulldogs 9 goals 8 behinds 61 points defeated Hawks 5 goals 9 behinds 39 points Best players for Bulldogs 1st D Evans 2nd E Zeptner Oodnadatta-Oz Minerals Races 3rd J Mason 4th D Kenny 5th B Kelly Goal scorers D Evans 5 goals E Zeptner 2 goals B Kelly J Christall 1 goals each

Best players for Hawks 1st J Lawrence 2nd J Young 3rd S Orr 4th F Crafter King 5th L Ryan Goal scorers J Lawrence 2 goals J Brind J Grant Jazz 1 goal each CIBJO releases updated version of Gemstone Book

On the heels of the Precious Metals Book, CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, announced they have completed and released the latest version of the Gemstone Book. The first book released after the Congress meeting in Munich, Germany this past Bobby Hunter, Bill Fleming and Garry Birchmore February was the Pearl Book. gather together at the races for some men’s chit chat. The CIBJO Blue Books are a definitive set of standards for the grading, methodology and nomenclature standards for diamonds, coloured gemstones, pearls, precious metals, and recently, also for gemmological terminology and nomenclature. The CIBJO Blue Books were originally compiled, and now continuously updated, by a number of committees comprised of representatives from trade organisations and laboratories in the diamond, coloured gemstone, cultured pearl, precious metals and jewellery industries. The standards represent a consensus derived from the broad expertise on the subject within these committees, and also from individuals outside the committees who had expressed an interest in participating in the development of the guidelines.

Initially, the first three publications were printed with different coloured covers; blue for the Gemstone Book, grey for the Diamond Book, and green for the Pearl Book. In 2007, the Precious Metals book was launched and in 2010 the CIBJO Gemmological Book was released. Today, these publications are generally referred to as the CIBJO Race-goers Trevor Wright, Douglas Lillecrapp, Oodnadatta local Rossy Finn came third inthe Blue Books. Eddie Nunn, Lynnie Plate and Sally Cole at Dunjibar sprint, pictured with Renae Elliss Oodnadatta representing Dunjibar Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 18 COOBER PEDY SHOOTERS COOBER PEDY SHOOTERS CLUB Inc. PO Box 1006, COOBER PEDY, SA 5723 John Di Donna The Coober Pedy Shooters Like to Welcome All Secretary the New Shooters to Our New Club 0427 649 389 Shooters Results 1 - 22 May Results Shotgun Shoot Pistol Shoot Bracket Friday Night Shotgun Bracket Standard Strongarm Aggregate With H/Cap Fun Shoot Sponsored The Underground Motel 15th May Winners Saturday 1st May Winners Congratulation to Congratulation to 1st Derek Rowe Scored 16 • 1st with H cap John Di Donna 639.2 Equal George Gorgianoudis Scored 16 • M Grade None 2nd Derek Rowe Scored 13 • A Grade Chris Warrior Scored 481.2 • B Grade Pierre Strzabala Scored 379.2 Shotgun Shoot • C Grade John Di Donna Scored 430.3 Bracket Friday Night Shotgun • D Grade Ron Lamont Scored 298.2 Fun Shoot 121th May Winners Results Congratulation to Pistol Shoot Susanne Bailey (bunker shooter), Elissa Rowe, Derek Rowe, Bracket Standard Strongarm Aggregate With H/Cap 1st Dave Wallbank Scored 113 John Blacksell, Chelsea Bartholomew and Ned Wilson, Sponsored The Underground Motel Equal Misty Mancy Scored 13 Saturday 8th May Winners 2nd Derek Rowe Scored Kurk Freer Scored 11 enjoying Friday night shogun Congratulation to Results • 1st with H cap John Di Donna 621.2 Rifle Shoot • M Grade None Bracket Best Off Rifle • A Grade Chris Warrior Scored 488.2 Sponsored Desert Rainbow Painters • B Grade John DI Donna Scored 431.2 Sunday 11th March Winners • C Grade Susy Chapman Scored 389 Congratulation to • D Grade None A Grade Jimmy Nikoloudis Scored 183.1 Results B Grade Steve Marjanovic Scored 194.1 Pistol Shoot C Grade Fred Harms Scored 122 Bracket Standard Strongarm Aggregate With H/Cap Winner with Handicap Fred Harms Scored 226 Sponsored The Underground Motel Saturday 15th May Winners Results Congratulation to Rifle Shoot Bracket Best Off Rifle • 1st with H cap John Di Donna 656.4 Sponsored Desert Diversity Tours & Mail Run Tours John Blacksell from Exact Mining at Friday night shotgun • M Grade None Sunday 1st April Winners • A Grade None Congratulation to Shooters Club Committee Members 2010 • B Grade John Di Donna Scored 483.4 President: Chris Warrior • C Grade Charlie Hui Scored 167 A Grade Jimmy Nikoloudis Scored 194 Vice President: James Michie • D Grade Guy Foley Scored 202 B Grade Steve Marjanovic Scored 148 Treasurer: Glenys Veenstra C Grade None Assistance Treasurer: Josie Warrior Results I Clint Indelicato Scored 144.1 Secretary: John Di Donna Pistol Shoot Winner with Handicap James Bunting Scored 236 Handi Capper Pistol: Dale Price Bracket Service Pistol (Wednesday) Assistant Handi Capper Pistol: James Michie Sponsored Fire Equipment Maintenance Group Bracket Best Off Rifle Handi Capper Rifle: Fred Harms Wednesday 19st April Winners Sponsored Desert Diversity Tours & Mail Run Tours Congratulation to Sunday 16th April Winners Assistant Handi Capper Rifle: James Michie, Misty Congratulation to Mance, • 1st Dale Price Scored 423.5 Firearms Licensee: James Michie • 2nd Chris Warrior Scored 421 A Grade Jimmy Nikoloudis Scored 170 Range Officer: To be nominated or appointed by an execu- • 3rd John Di Donna Scored 393.3 B Grade James Michie Scored 147 tive on the day C Grade Linsay Coffield Scored 126 PR officer: Josie Warrior Results I Cane Talbot Scored 88 Committee Members: Royce Cooper Carol Shearers, Mary Pistol Shoot Winner with Handicap Linsay Coffield Scored 228 Harms, Josie Warrior, Glenys Veenstra, Misty Mance, Jimmy Bracket Standard Strongarm Aggregate With H/Cap Nikoloudis, Kelly Talbot, Gavin Talbot Sponsored The Underground Motel Bracket Best Off Rifle Firearms Instructors: Chris Warrior, John Di Donna, James Saturday 25th May Winners Sponsored Desert Diversity Tours & Mail Run Tours Michie Congratulation to Sunday 23th April Winners Congratulation to • 1st with H cap Pierre Strzaba 606.1 Shooters vs Police • M Grade None A Grade Jimmy Nikoloudis Scored 174 29th May 2010 • A Grade Chris Warrior Scored 377.1 B Grade Steve Marjanovic Scored 136 • B Grade Pierre Strzaba Scored 414.1 C Grade Linsay Coffield Scored 126 ALL Welcome • D Grade Zeljko Mance Scored 235 I Clint Indelicato 108 Scored 88 Sponsored By Winner with Handicap Royce Cooper Scored 199 John’s Pizza Bar & Restaurant Shotgun Shoot Equal Jimmy Nikoloudis Scored 199 Bracket Friday Night Shotgun Fun Shoot • Starting Time 2:00 PM 7th May Winners Congratulation to • Range Fees $15.00 per person (Includes Ammo and Clays) 1st James Michie Scored 13 • Dinner At John’s Pizza Bar Equal Ned Wilson Scored 13 Derek Rowe Scored 13 • Presentation 6:30 PM See ya at the Fun Shoot (Pistols / Rifle) shed Shotgun (Clay shooting) Thursday 27 May 2010 Coober Pedy Regional Times Page 19 120th120th OodnadattaOodnadatta OzOz MineralsMinerals RacesRaces The senior gymkhana and motorbike events were held Another highlight of the day was the Fashions on the throughout the day, with Greg Warren being most Field. Adelaide Cup Fashion winner Olivia Nunn came up && GymkhanaGymkhana successful in the horse events, and Justin Nunn taking from Adelaide especially to judge the fashions and awarded The Oodnadatta Racing & Horse Sports committee out top motorbike rider. Best Dressed Lady to Margaret Morrison, mother of celebrated the 120th year of racing and gymkhana Macumba cook Chris Duggan. events at Oodnadatta on Saturday, May 15th 2010, Tony Williams’ horse Sully was Leading Gymkhana Horse. with over $19,000 in prize money. Helen Gower was leading Jockey and husband Daryl was The men’s section was won by Trevor Wright, William Leading Trainer on the day. A complete list of winners is Creek, complete with top hat! Young Rebecca Gower won A crowd of more than 350 past and present residents, as printed elsewhere in this edition. the children’s section. well as lots of visitors made their way to town for the Friday night “Meet and Greet” which was held at the Race There were excellent fields in all of the horse races- the Club venue. most for quite a few years, and some very close racing. The CMV Foundation/McArdle Freight Bracelet, run over The hall was tastefully decorated, and there were lots of 1200 metres was won by the Gower’s Onemusttakearisk, photos, posters, a Powerpoint display and memorabilia to ridden by Helen Gower. The Oodnadatta Cup this year look at. was named in honour of past President Ron Napier, who managed Allandale Station. Ron passed away earlier in A Steer Ride was held on the Friday afternoon and this the year, and his children, Greg, Kenny and Tracy Hayes was won by Jimmy Leslie. were on hand to present the Cup to Ronald Boland and family, after their horse Peygronic won the Cup. A minute’s A delicious mornay tea was served and everyone enjoyed silence was observed for Ron, and also the late Lizzie the traveling band who played during the evening. Crosby.

Saturday’s events started early with the children’s Lizzie was an accomplished horse woman who rode many gymkhana section. Laura and Anna Greenfield , Billa Kalina, winners , not only in her home town of Oodnadatta but were successful in the 9and Under and 10-15 division. many surrounding towns. A collection of photographs to honour Lizzie’s life was displayed during the day. In the motorbike division, Cassie Sims, Anna Creek was Champion. Junior Incentive Awards donated by Ben Fashions on the fields winners Rebecca Greenwood were won by Jacki Amos and Charlie Gower ,Margaret Morrison,Trevor Wright Casanova. and Judge Olivia Nunn Photos Greg Duggan Life Member and Club Patron Mr Ben Greenwood cut the 120th Birthday cake, which had been made and iced by Janet Williams, Hamilton Station.

Throughout the day, the cloud cover had increased, but luckily the rain didn’t start until the last race had finished, by the evening 20mls had fallen and even though the band could not make it due to the wet roads, ipods and speakers were found and music eventuated!

During the evening, President Eddie Nunn announced Life Membership was being awarded to Adam and Lynnie Plate The running of the Cup with the Boland family's for their many years of service to the Oodnadatta Racing Peygronic, ridden by Helen Gower in front. Club. Their girls, Alice, Tilly and Ruby were on hand to offer congratulations, along with the rest of the crowd.

Another highlight of the night was the auction of a beautiful appliquéd quilt. Rachel Price, nee Nunn, now residing in Port Augusta, thought of making a quilt for the 120th year. She asked stations and businesses to make their own square depicting something about their life, and Rachel co-ordinated the making of the quilt. It is a beautiful piece of memorabilia, and sold at auction for $1200 to Adam Club patron and Life member Ben Greenwood Plate. I am sure it will find a good home at the Pink cutting the 120th Birthday Cake which was made Roadhouse where the many visitors passing through and iced by Janet Williams Oodnadatta will be able to marvel at and appreciate this unique quilt.

Christie, Stephi and Cassie Sims pictured with Photo: Geri Nunn The committee would like to thank everyone who helped Margie Nunn make the weekend the success it was, from those who so generously sponsor the day, to everyone who travelled to compete, those who brought their race horses and gymkhana horses and all those who came along to enjoy the weekend. The very generous ongoing support we receive from those who come up especially to work for us was complemented this year by five members from Frontier Services’ Outback Links volunteer group, they made a valuable contribution to our event and we were very grateful for all their help.

We are now gearing up for the Bronco Branding and Campdraft which will be held on Saturday, July 10th 2010. Boyd Tope in Steer ride on Friday night of Races For further information about this event, contact Tony Williams on 86707961

Adam and Lynnie Plate were presented with Life Membership by Club President and Secretary, Eddie and Gerry Nunn Photo: Geri Nunn

Ronny Finn and Bill Bailes enjoyed their day Vincent Williams who was celebrating his 60th Lining up for thread the needle out at the races birthday, with Jamie Lee Oldfield and Brendan Nagle Page 20 Coober Pedy Regional Times Thursday 27 May 2010