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ANZAC DAY...Anzac Day was remembered throughout the FarNorth and Outback on Monday, April 25. Pictured duringRoxby Downs’ services, clockwise from top: Bugle-playerJohn Hender with flag-bearers, from back, Nick Teare, MattBoehm, Tyson Thoman, Adam Warren and Deneeka Sonter;Local RSL member Wayne Morris laying a wreath and; above,RSL president Bob Stainer celebrated his last, local Anzac Daywith fellow marchers, from left, Phil ‘Gypsy’ Gilleland, MaxFranklin and Matt Gow.

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Get out now! Run! It’s looming closer and you haveno possible way of avoiding it. Mother’s Day!It’s Mother’s Day every day at my house.Every day I get hugs and sticky-taped cereal-boxgifts, songs made up for me, little helpers handingout pegs and drawing up shopping lists.I really don’t need a big ribbon-wrapped day all ofits own to celebrate my stretchmarks. It’s just toomuch pressure, I think - for me, for the kids andprobably, most of all, for my husband.Any Mother’s Day gift at my house is not going tobe a gold bracelet or a complete spa package. Whenyou’ve got a four-year-old and a five-year-old you’redealing with a limited budget, unlimited stubborn-ness and a big imagination. Not to mention a fasci-nation with air-dry clay and textas.For me, there is nothing more terrifying than sittingup against the pillows listening to the kids make mebreakfast in bed.Ever had pancakes with tomato sauce and Vegemite?Ever listed to the clunk of tea-cups and a four-year-old insisting to his father that he “can so” pour thekettle?Ever considered the logistical difficulties of balanc-ing the aforementioned tea and pancakes on yourknees, over your new doona cover, and still smilingappreciatively at the litle jumping beans when re-ally what you want most is a quick pee and a showerbecause you’re already half an hour late for work(well, I will be, because there will be sport pics totake that morning).Yes, yes - it all sounds very ‘bah humbug’, I know.And I hope that, like Scrooge, I really am in theminority here in thinking that these celebrations areslightly redundant (and completely commercial) -even if my kids’ sentiments definitely aren’t.This year, I think I’m going to take control and breakthe whole tea-and-vegemite-on-bedlinen cycle. I’mgoing to take the kids camping (after all, you al-ways end up getting up early when you’re out camp-ing and swags are tea-proof).Then when I get my annual gift of texta-colouredair-dry clay ashtrays (please note, I don’t smoke)I’ll be able to use them straightaway to ferry waterfrom the car to clean off the swag.Most of all, I’ll be with my kids and maybe, justmaybe, this Mother’s Day they’ll see their mum ather best - her tea-covered, pancake and sauced,shower-free best.Happy Mother’s Day to you too. And, just quietly -bah humbug!

Which way now? Community plan launched

LAUNCH...Celebrating thelaunch of the CommunityPlan, clockwise, from above:Phillipa Weltner, AphroditeBolger, Steve Ingham; BenGarwood; KathyWooldridge, Bree Galbraithand Melissa Allen; TownAdministrator Bill Boehm;Trevor Kroemer and TrevorBroughton.

WHICH WAY NOW?...Community plan facilitatorRay Goldie and board member Wendy Osbornetake a close look at some of the proposals forRoxby Downs over the next 10 years.

ROXBY DOWNS...The official launch of the Roxby DownsCommunity Plan was attended by more than 60 local resi-dents. The launch was held at the Roxby Downs Cultural Pre-cinct on Wednesday, April 13.The plan - almost two years in the making and incorporatingsubmissions from more than 450 people - is now availablefrom the Roxby Downs Council in CD-Rom or hard-copyformat, or online at www.roxbydowns.com, or at the RoxbyDowns Library.Over the next three months, the Community Board will invitenominations for the Community Board, Community Forumsand Partnerships.

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SES stages pit rescue

FAR NORTH…Far North andOutback police will saturate localroads in April and May in an ef-fort to reduce dangerous driving.SA road fatalities have alreadysoared this year and local policeare keen to put a stop to the trend.“Unfortunately the Far North lo-cal service area has featured dis-proportionately in these state-widestatistics,” Sgt Richard Hobbs toldThe Monitor.“A fact that hit home recently withthe death near Port Augusta of twoof our own locals.“As a result of these statistics theSA police have implemented theRural Highway Saturation Pro-gram to run from April 7, to May25, 2005 on four of the states coun-try highways.“One of those selected, due to itsbad record in recent times, is theStuart Highway, the transport ar-tery to Roxby Downs.”“Last year’s operation saw a largeincrease in the number of policepatrols on the Stuart Highway dur-ing high risk times and this willcontinue for the 2005 Rural High-way Saturation Program.“An examination of the statisticsarising from last year’s operationshowed that Roxby Downs resi-dents were over-represented in thedrivers detected breaking basicroad rules.“Unfortunately, the lessons havenot been learnt.”In the first four days of this year’sRural Highway Saturation Pro-gram:A 19-year-old Roxby Downs ‘P’

plater was detected driving at154km/h.A 40-year-old man from RoxbyDowns was detected speeding at155km/h, and;A 21-year-old man fromBrinkworth was detected travel-ling at a horrific 193km/h.“Due to our remote location, noone in Roxby Downs can affordto loose their licence,” Sgt Hobbs

said.“None of us can really throw awayseveral hundred dollars in a fine.“But even more importantly, noneof us want to say farewell to an-other member of our community.”The Rural Highway SaturationProgram will focus on the ‘Fatal5’ causes of road collisions -speeding, seat belts, fatigue, drinkdriving and vulnerable road users.

STAYING ALIVE... Local road users will be under closescrutiny during a police crackdown on major highways.

ROXBY DOWNS...Roxby Downs SESconducted a mock rescue exercise lastweek.More than 10 local volunteers reenacteda ‘pit rescue’- utilising the RoxbyDowns Leisure Centre pump room fa-cilities.Volunteers faced the practical difficul-ties of treating and transporting a casu-alty out from a deep pit.“The exercise had a real focus on team-work with practical experience in ropeand knot work and lifting a casualty outof the pit in a stretcher,” Roxby DownsSES unit manager Lol Wilton told The

Monitor.“It was a good morale exercise as well,and it keeps volunteers interested,”she said.The exercise will be repeated nextmonth in a cooperative training exer-cise with Andamooka SES.Pit rescue is considered especially rel-evant for the Andamooka team be-cause of the town’s opal mining shaftsscattered throughout the landscape,Mrs Wilton said.The exercise contributes to the SESvolunteers’ basic rescue certificatetraining.

SES...Roxby DownsSES volunteerCharles Angelinstructing AngelaHawdon andStephen Mossduring a mock pitrescue - part oftheir basic rescuecertificate training.

Aerial baiting aims toprotect wild bilbiesOLYMPIC DAM…The Arid Recov-ery Reserve will work to protectbilbies living outside the reserve’sboundaries through a program ofaerial baiting on May 3 and 4.This is the fourth in a series of AridRecovery trials testing different aerialbaiting methods to control foxes andcats on a landscape scale.“The purpose is to develop a 10kmradius buffer zone around the outsideof the reserve - this is especially im-portant now that we have bilbies liv-ing outside the reserve,” project co-ordinator Brydie Hill told The Moni-tor.“In 2004 12 bilbies were releasedoutside the reserve - eight were killedby feral cats. There are also other free-living bilbies outside the reserve thathave dug out under the fence.”The baiting has been timed to coin-cide with the high numbers of feralanimals recorded at this time of year.“In March and April we have caughtrecord numbers of feral cats in thetraps set around the reserve - in onemonth more cats were caught than forthe whole of last year,” Ms Hill said.“Therefore, we feel that it is an ex-cellent time to conduct baiting.”The 1080 baits used in the programare specially designed to be attractive

to cats.“The active ingredient in 1080 ispresent in Australia’s native vegetationgiving native animals a much highertolerance to the poison than introducedspecies such as cats and foxes,” MsHill told The Monitor.“Unfortunately it is also toxic to do-mestic pets so it is important for petowners to ensure they are aware of thearea being baited and that any domes-tic pets exercised in the baited area aremuzzled.”The Arid Recovery Reserve is a cat,rabbit and fox-proof reserve, situated20km north of Roxby Downs, wherea series of locally-extinct mammalshave been reintroduced – including theWestern Barred Bandicoot, GreaterBilby, Burrowing Bettong and Stick-Nest Rat.Feral rabbits, cats and foxes have allbeen eradicated within the 60km2 re-serve site, which is currently beingexpanded to 86km2

Baiting around the reserve is con-ducted yearly to reduce pressure on thereserve’s fence boundaries from feralspecies, and to reduce predation onnative species in the area surroundingthe reserve.For more information about baitingand ‘exclusion areas’, turn to Page 12.

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GOT IT COVERED...St Barbara’s Parish School parent volunteers,from left, front, Nicole Hewitson, Amanda McManus, CarolineBoyle, back, Melissa Allen and Owen, 1, teacher Denise Trewarthaand Chrissy Govan, will help cover more than 600 new schoolreaders this month.

ROXBY DOWNS...Parents at StBarbara’s Parish School have got itcovered - and that includes theschool’s more than 600 new readers.A dedicated group of parent volunteersare covering the school’s brand newsets of readers, purchased with thehelp of fundraising by the local Par-ents and Friends Committee.This new set of guided readers willplay an important part in the school’sliteracy program in 2005.“As the school grew, the number ofthe students in middle primary ex-ploded and we just didn’t have thereading resources we needed,” teacherDenise Trewartha told The Monitor.”The guided readers are absolutely es-sential for the programs we have in-troduced in 2005.“But, for the students, I think it’s al-ways more interesting to be readingbrand new books.”

Mrs Trewartha said parents, teachersand students were all excited about thenew books.“Teaching reading is the most reward-ing job in the world,” she said.“These new books are so exciting -for the teachers as well as the chil-dren.“And there are so many genres withinthese new sets, non-fiction and poetryand even some designed just for theboys.”Mrs Trewartha invited other parentsto join the book-covering effort.“There’s always room for more help-ers,” she said.“Parents can take some books hometo cover, as some have been doing, orcome and join us in the playgrouproom and bring the kids along.“It has proven to be a great social out-ing as well - with lots of laughs!”

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R O X B YDOWNS…Cat ownerscan care fortheir petseven whenthey’re vac-ationing.R o x b yDowns hasa new andimprovedcattery atR o x b yDowns Vet-e r i n a r yClinic – justfollow thepawprints.“The cat-tery at theR o x b yDowns Veterinary Clinichas been extensively reno-vated with new cages, a‘playground’ music andsubdued lighting to createa peaceful atmosphere foryour cat to board in safetywhile you are away,” vet-erinary nurse Deb Towlertold The Monitor.Fellow veterinary nurseKerry Williams told TheMonitor she was surprisedat how many cats get in-jured while their ownersare away.“When the owners areaway, it disturbs a catsroutine and they tend towander more,” she said.

“We seethem withterrible ab-s c e s s e sfrom fight-ing or inju-ries frombeing hitby cars.“Boardinga cat is agreat wayto ensurethat yourcat willhave a safeh o l i d a ywhile youare away.”Responsi-ble care ofcats and

dogs is one of the key is-sues highlighted in theRoxby Downs Commu-nity Plan which waslaunched this month.Roxby Downs Councilcurrently has handbookson responsible pet dogand cat management,from the Department ofEnvironment and Herit-age, available from thecouncil offices inRichardson Place.The handbook highlightslegal responsibilities,care, diet and training so-lutions for cat and dogowners.

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FAR NORTH…On March23, 2005, an assault onan 18-year-old manwas reported to po-lice. Police are con-tinuing enquiries.An 18-year-old malefrom Roxby Downswas reported for failingto keep left of a medianstrip and driving whilst dis-qualified on March 21, 2005.A 28-year-old man from RoxbyDowns was reported for breaching acondition of his bail agreement onMarch 19, 2005.A second Roxby Downs man, 18, wasreported for breaching a condition ofhis bail agreement on March 17, 2005.Police are seeking information in re-gard to the theft of an air compressorfrom the Olympic Dam site was re-ported to police. The theft occurredbetween March 13, and March 15,2005.Police received a report of an attemptnon-aggravated serious criminal tres-pass from a Roxby Downs residentwhere a house was attempted to be

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concentration of alcohol with a read-ing of 0.184 per cent on April 13, 2005.Police received a report of propertydamage from the Roxby Downs AreaSchool where a window was smashedon April 11, 2005.Mobile Random Breath Testing beganon Friday, April 15, in line with theschool holidays.The Mobile Random Breath Testingperiod will finish at 11.59pm on Sun-day, May 1, 2005.Under this legislation, police have thepower to stop and motor vehicle beingdriven on a road during a ‘Prescribedperiod’ and direct the driver to submitto an Alcotest.

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OLYMPIC DAM…Local environmen-tal conservation project Arid Recovery has beennamed as a finalist in the prestigious Banksia En-vironmental Awards and staff and volunteers areanxiously awaiting the finalists’ announcement. Theawards, which have been running for seventeenyears, are about rewarding environmental excellenceand innovation. Arid Recovery is a finalist in the‘Environmental Leadership in Protecting Bush, Landand Waterways’ category of the awards. This cat-egory acknowledges outstanding achievement andleadership in protecting Australia’s flora, fauna andecosystems, while contributing to a sustainable fu-ture. The winner will be presented with the awardduring an award presentation dinner in Adelaide onJune 4, 2005. Arid Recovery was a finalist in 2003and the team are hoping to make the leap to winnerin 2005.

WOOMERA…Woomera Access Radio 5RRR107.3FM will host its annual general meeting onMonday, May 2, 2005. All current members and in-terested persons are encouraged to attend. If youare interested in being involved in your communityradio and want to know more, please contact BernieMcCarthy or Kym Edwards at the Woomera Board– ph 8674 3226.

FAR NORTH AND OUTBACK…Roxby Downsresident and ecologist Katherine Moseby joins theSouth Australian Arid Lands Natural ResourcesManagement Board this month. The NRM boardsrepresent a new structure replacing the previouscouncil and regional boards responsible for manag-ing significant natural resources throughout SA.“The board members will work with the communityand a range of organisations to ensure that the re-gion’s valuable natural resources will be able to sus-tain generations to come,” an SA Governmentspokesman said.

WILLIAM CREEK…The William Creek Gym-khana was held on March 19 and 20, 2005. Duringthe event the gymkhana committee donated $30,000to the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Another $2500was donated to the Marla Oodnadatta branch of theIsolated Children and Parents Association.

OLYMPIC DAM…BHP Billiton has cleared an-other hurdle in its $9.2 billion takeover of WMCResources after the Australian Competition andConsumer Commission (ACCC) approved the trans-action. The acquisition would make BHP Billitonthe world’s third largest nickel producer and sec-ond largest copper producer. But the AustralianCompetition and Consumer Commission said itwould not substantially reduce market competition.BHP is still waiting for clearance from regulators inthe United States and European Union, and the ac-quisition remains subject to approval by its share-holders. BHP made its $7.85 a share offer for WMCin March, trumping a $7 a share bid by smaller rivalXstrata. WMC’s board has recommended sharehold-ers accept the offer and agreed to a break fee of $92million payable to BHP Billiton in certain circum-stances, including in the event of a successful com-peting takeover proposal. BHP Billiton is the world’slargest diversified mining company. Even withoutWMC, it is already the world’s largest producer ofseaborne coal, the third largest iron ore exporter, asignificant oil and gas producer, and is developingcapacity to become the world’s number one lead andzinc producer. With WMC it would also own 40 percent of global uranium reserves in the world’s larg-est uranium ore body, Olympic Dam.

WOOMERA…Woomera hosted a two-day forumfor the Outback Areas Community DevelopmentTrust this month. During the forum, additional fund-ing of $250,000 for remote Outback areas in SAwas announced. The funding will boost the Trust’soperations to around $500,000 this financial yearfor a variety of projects.


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CELEBRATING MOTHERHOOD…Join local mums like, back, from left,Wendy Campbell with nine-month-old Alexander, Jen Weckert and Anna,2, front, Kazmin Morris and Drew, 1, Tracey Roberts with Sydnie, 1, andIzaak, 3, for a night out at the movies during National Mothering Week.

ROXBY DOWNS…Celebrate motherhoodnext month with a ‘De-Lovely’ night out.Join local mums and members of the RoxbyDowns branch of the AustralianBreastfeeding Association for a night at themovies, celebrating National MotheringWeek 2005.Leave the kids at home for a night and en-joy the new musical biography of Cole Por-ter - ‘De-Lovely’ - and a supper out withfriends, or just take the time to get to knowsome other local mums.Breast-feeding babies are welcome.“National Mothering Week - May 2 to 8 –is organised annually by the AustralianBreastfeeding Association in the week lead-ing up to Mother’s Day,” Roxby Downsbranch leader Carolyn Webster told TheMonitor.“This year the theme is ‘mothering acrossthe nation’ and we’ll be celebrating it at themovies on May 19, from 8pm.“The theme and the celebration are particu-larly relevant up here with the isolation offamilies in Roxby Downs.“Very few people have family support here,and that’s why it’s so important to build anew support structure with friends and othermums.”For more information about the event,phone 8671 0867, 8671 0877, or purchasetickets at Wendy’s SupaSundaes in RoxbyDowns.

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CITIZENSHIP…Former Roxby Downs residentsPeter, William, Katie and Mackenzie Meadow arepictured with mayor Geoff Brook (Port Pirie) atKatie’s citizenship ceremony in January this year.Peter and Katie met on the internet in 1998. Katie isoriginally from Indiana, USA.

CITIZENS...Elena Head andson Victor are RoxbyDowns’ newest Australiancitizens..Shane Headhelped them celebrate themilestone on April 6, 2005.

AUSSIE...Long-time localAntony Hall became aproud Australian citizenat a citizenship ceremonyat Roxby Downs Councilon April 6, 2005.

FAMILY ADVICE...Roxby Downs Child CareCentre committee member Jo Culf withdaughter Charlize, 1, and child carerMichael Saunders peruse the Parenting SAfamily advice helpsheets now on display atRDCCC.

Handy helpsheetsfor local familiesROXBY DOWNS…Free Parenting SA helpsheetsare now available at the Roxby Downs Child CareCentre.A new stand has been provided through governmentfunding to allow up-to-date helpsheets to be dis-played in the foyer of the Centre.“The Roxby Downs Child Care Centre has manyresources available to parents on topics such as childdevelopment, behaviour management, learning andeducation, literacy and other aspects of child-rais-ing,” RDCCC committee spokeswoman Jo Culf toldThe Monitor.“Parenting is the most difficult job in the world andour highly-skilled staff can also provide further as-sistance and recommend external sources and agen-cies.”Parenting SA helpsheets address the many issuesfacing parents of children of all ages, from helpingyour infant sleep to addressing drugs and alcoholabuse in families.Parenting SA helpsheets are also displayed at theRoxby Downs Community Health Services.Parents can also access the Child and Youth Health‘Parent Help Line’, 24 hours a day, by telephoning1300 364 100.

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EXCITEMENT IS HIGH…St Barbara’s Parish School LGBstudents Nathan, 5, and Ayeisha, 5, visited the Olympic Damaerodrome last week as part of the school’s ‘transport’ themelast term.

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SCARLETT…ScarlettKoning celebratedher fifth birthday onApril 20, 2005.

LACHLAN…LachlanElliot celebrated hisfifth birthday onApril 13, 2005.

ANNA…AnnaWeckert celebratedher second birthdayon April 24, 2005.

MADISON...MadisonQualmann turnedone on April 20,2005.

ROXBY DOWNS…St Barbara’sParish School students took a stepback in time last week and spentthe day in an 1850s-style schoolclassroom.The theme day was part of Year5-6 studies of the goldrush years– the 1850s – in early Australia.

Children played traditionalgames such as sticks and hoops,wrote with ink and blotting pa-per.The children even dressed forthe occasion in period costume.‘They’re not even allowed thetuck shop today,” teacher Bianca

Pape told The Monitor.“They all had to bring traditionalfoods for their lunch.”Students spent the day in a canvas-walled classroom on the school ovaland told The Monitor they enjoyedtheir visit to the days of the gold-rush.

Students step back in time

GOLDRUSH…Dressed up for a school dayin the 1850s, from left, St Barbara’s ParishSchool students Sean, 10, Ryan, 10, Sean,11, and Stephen, 10. Last names are omitted inaccordance with school policy.

LOVELY LADIES…Spending the day inperiod costume, St Barbara’s Parish SchoolYear 5-6 students, from left, Emily, 10,Roxanne, 10, Chloe, 10, and Kathleen, 10.

ROLL CALL… St Barbara’s Parish School Year 5-6 teacher Bianca Pape rings the bell fora traditional 1850s-style school day to start.

Planes, trains and automobiles

PRE-KINDY...Roxby Downs Kindergarten’s pre-kindy program willsee several of its four-year-olds graduate to four-day-a-weekkindergarten in May. Last term’s pre-kindy program included,from left, back, Luke, Millie, Maddie, Ethan, Taylor, director NaomiWatkins, Joshua, early childhood worker Vicki McGauchie andJackson, middle, teacher Kim Noble, Ryan, Jasmine, Kealy, Shae,Hannah, Braydon, Hannah, front, Mitchell, Ben, Tayla, Macie,Ethan, Phoebe, Emma and Bayrai. Last names are omitted inaccordance with kindergarten policy.

Pre-kindy kids growing up fast

OSHC kids speedinto vacation funVACATION CARE...Roxby Downs Out of School Hours Careoffered more than 20 local children a packed vacationprogram these school holidays. Children who participated inthe OSHC program for five to 12-year-olds enjoyed crafts,games, excursions and outdoor activities including, above,BMX riding at the Roxby Downs BMX track. The group willalso visit The Monitor this week to get some hints on makingtheir own OSHC newspaper.


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BOOK CLUB…Avidreaders Lewis Grantham,10, Michaela-JayneLange-Lyon, 10, and KellyMentiplay, 10, rummagethrough the first RoxbyBook Exchange swap dayduring school holidays.Pre-teens were invited tobring books along toLittle Rascals Child CareCentre and swap, or justchat to fellow readers.The next Roxby BookExchange will be held onWednesday, May 18, from3.30pm to 5pm, at LittleRascals Child CareCentre.

Holidaybook swapfor pre-teens

Youth Week in Roxby Downs

Roxby Rocks for youth

AFTASHOK...Roxby Downs Youth Services coordinature SuePenglase with Port Augusta band AftaShok - Leon Cugley, RyanPenglase and Ben McGee - during this month’s National YouthWeek celebrations in Roxby Downs. The band played a free youthconcert at Roxby Downs Youth Centre which attracted more than60 local youth.

YOUTH...Jarrad‘Spud’ Trezise,13, RyanHollobone, 15,Emily Traeger,16, VerityCasserly, 16 andAdam Luke, 16 atRoxby DownsYouth Centre forlocal Youth Weekcelebrationsearlier thismonth.

YOUTH WEEK...Celebrating National Youth Week in RoxbyDowns, from left, back, Elizabeth Beever, 14, Bekki Vandenberg,14, Laurel McGaughie, 13, Steph Woodall, 13, front, Tarra Cox, 14,Shelby Davies, 14 and Camille Bennie, 14.

POOL FUN...Roxby youth, from left, top Codie Alsford, 12 andJosh Towler, 12, bottom, Daniel Jackson, 12, Mark Nertherton, 12,and Cameron Stokes, 12, during Youth Week.

ROXBY ROCKS...Singer Nereeda McInneswith friend Sonya Cullinan, above, atRoxby Rocks before Nereeda’sperformance.

TOP RIGHT...Terressa Moyle and NgaireClements helped out at the Roxby Rocksyouth fundraiser on Saturday, April 23, atRoxby Downs Racecourse.

VOLUNTEERS...Volunteering their time to supportingthe Roxby Rocks youth fundraiser at the weekendwere, from left, Wayne Morris, David Beenham, Phil‘Gypsy’ Gilleland, Rob Halmai, Phil Gilleland, DeniseFitzpatrick, Mal and Sue Penglase, Pamela Baker andBarney Baxter.

TICKET TAKERS...OutbackTourers Danny Robinson andGrant Houlson welcomedRoxby Rocks-goers at theweekend.

RIGHT...Helping fundraise for their fellowlocal youth, from left, Ian Boehm, Steph

Foster and Alison Crompton.

ROXBY DOWNS...Roxbyrocked for local youth at theweekend, when the OutbackTourers and Roxby Downs YouthServices hosted Roxby Rocks (onagain).The event was hosted to raisemoney for the youth services andfeatured three bands - including

local musicians Antacid.“Numbers were lower than weexpected but the Under 25s inRoxby Downs really supportedthe night,” event coordinator Phil‘Gypsy’ Gilleland told The Moni-tor. “It was the practical supportof local businesses that made thedifference on the night and en-

sured us a profit.”Local businesses donated lighting,generators, staging equipment andthe venue for the event, while vol-unteers donated their time.“We really appreciate what the Out-back Tourers have done,” youthservices coordinator Sue Penglasesaid.


OUT & ABOUT

FREE COMMUNITY CALENDAR

The ‘What’s On!’ Free Community Calendar is proudly sponsored by Roxby Downs Council.

Phone 8671 2683 or email [email protected] to book your event in ‘What’s On!’

May 2005Australian Breastfeeding Association– Friday, May 13, 9.30am to 11.00am.Phone 8671 0867.Oodnadatta Races & Gymkhana –May 14 & 15, 2005. Enquiries AndrewClarke. Phone 8670 7806.Australian Breastfeeding Association– May 14, Movie Night, 8pm start.Screening of ‘ De-Lovely’ and supper.Tickets on sale at ‘Wendy’s’. Phone8671 0867 or 8671 0877 for moreinformation.Australian Breastfeeding Association– Wednesday, May 25, 9.30am to11.00am. Phone 8671 0867.

June 2005Glendambo Outback 4x4 Endurance andField Day – June 11, 12 and 13, 2005.Australian Breastfeeding Association –Friday, June 17, 9.30am to 11.00am.Phone 8671 0867.July 2005Outback Tourers Rum Run – July 2, 2005.Roxby Downs to Glendambo. Phone 86710849.Glendambo in the South AustralianOutback – Contact Dave Boothey on 86721097 or 0429 002 158. Email:[email protected],www.glendambooutback4x4.com.au

Oodnadatta Bronco Branding – July 16,2005. Enquiries Tony Williams on8670 7961.November 2005Woolbalers B & S – Glendambo,Saturday, November 26. Phone LeahGiles on 0400 858 071Woolbalers Recovery – Glendambo,Sunday, November 27. Phone LeahGiles on 0400 858 071.

Friday, April 29 – Tuesday, May 4

Robots – Rated: G. Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12 noon.

Miss Congeniality: Armed & Fabulous – Rated: M. Gracie’searlier exploits have made her so famous that her bosses havetaken her off undercover and turned her into the poster girl forthe Bureau. But when her old beauty pageant buddies arekidnapped, the gal just can’t help getting involved. Friday,Saturday, Sunday 3pm; Sunday, Tuesday, 8pm;GIRLS NIGHT OUT, Friday at 8pm.

Friday, May 6 – Tuesday, May 10

The Ring 2– Rated: M. The story picks up six months after thehorrifying events that terrorised Rachel Keller and her son Aidanin Seattle. To escape her haunting memories, Rachel takesAidan and moves to the small coastal community of Astoria,Oregon, to start fresh. However, Rachel’s resolve quickly turnsto dread when evidence at a local crime scene - including anunmarked video tape seems eerily familiar. Rachel realises thatthe vengeful Samara is back and more determined than everto continue her relentless cycle of terror and death. Friday,Tuesday 8pm; Saturday, Sunday 3pm.

Are We There Yet?– Rated: PG. The fledgling romancebetween Nick, a playboy bachelor and Suzanne, a divorcedmother of two, is threatened by a particularly harrowing NewYear’s Eve. When Suzanne’s work keeps her in Vancouver forthe holiday, Nick offers to bring her kids to the city from Portland,Oregon. The kids, who have never liked any of the men theirmom has dated, are determined to turn the trip into a nightmarefor Nick. 24 hours, 350 miles. His girlfriend’s kids. What couldpossibly go wrong?. Saturday, Sunday 12 noon; Sunday 8pm

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MACUMBA STATION...Greg Warren andChristine Lennon from Macumba Station atthe recent Roxby Downs Gymkhana andPicnic Races Ball.

GYMKHANA BALL…Pamela and VickiUnderwood from Mt Ive at last week’sRoxby Downs Gymkhana and Picnic RacesBall.

BALL BOYS...Steven Daley from AnnaCreek Station and Ben Clarke fromMacumba Station at the Roxby

Downs Gymkhanaand Picnic

RacesBall.

ART SMART...Tracey and John Warneke atthe Roxby Downs Art Gallery.

BIRTHDAY BASH...Dave Drummond leading the masses at hisrecent toga party.

ART LOVERS...Nikita Sach and Lee Sachat the opening of their cousin DaveKovac’s latest art show.

ARTY PARTY...Kelli-Jo and Dave Kovaccelebrate the opening of Dave’s newestexhibition ‘round here’at Roxby Downs

Art Gallery.

ART GALLERY...Rade Kovac, Val Lamb,Kveta Kovac and Ken Lamb at the RoxbyDowns Art Gallery for the opening of DaveKovac’s recent exhibiton.

PICNIC RACES…InRoxby Downs forthe recent picnicraces, from left,back, Margy Nunn,Hayley Nunn, front,Justin Nunn,Gordon Warren andAbby Higgins fromMacumba Station,Oodnadatta.

CLUB... ScottPrentice, Anojan Bala and CaseyHarrison at the Roxby Downs CommunityClub for the Calcutta.

L J HOOKER MOONTA/WALLAROO...Recently com-pleted and never been lived in,this home would suit the mostfastidious of buyers, who don’twant to go through all the hassleof building themselves.“Modern, stylish and classy,”says Mignon Chapman of LJHooker Moonta/Wallaroo.“From the front, fully landscaped,paved driveway, paths, lawns andgardens, all maintained via acomputerised watering system.“The home is of large proportion,with a definite feature on familyliving with spacious rooms andlots of light provided by amplewindows,” says Mignon.“The kitchen is definitely a ‘wow’factor.“More cupboards than anyonecould possibly demand, plus alarge walk-in pantry.“Stylish, clean lines and uniquewith stainless steel appliances andraised breakfast bar to adjacentfamily room.“Bedrooms do not faulter, threelarge rooms, the main with walkin robe and ensuite.“The remaining two within closeproximity to the main three-way

bathroom.“Double garage under the mainroof, with two electric roller doors.“Fully fenced with good neighbourfencing, ads even more style,” saysMignon.If you are seeking the perfect lo-cation to invest, retire or just to im-prove your quality of life, look nofurther.Located within the new Residen-tial Development of Patrick’sCove, this could be your first stepto better living.“Don’t just dream, do it - you willonly regret it later if you don’t.”

“Where else can you live in such aprestigious neighbourhood, with aLand Management Agreement thatwill only ensure that you are sur-rounded by superb standards andquality.”Contact Mignon Chapman orChris Wardle at L J HookerMoonta/Wallaroo on 8825 2007 oremail [email protected] J Hooker in George StreetMoonta is open seven days a week,and this residence is open for view-ing either by appointment or onweekends and public holidaysfrom 2pm - 3pm, until sold.

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NEVER LIVED IN...A brand new home in the growingPatrick’s Cove.A Clare Valley retreat

CLARE VALLEY...A unique home ina tranquil setting.

LIN ANDREWS REAL ESTATE…Looking for your own, private ‘hid-den retreat’ – then take a closer lookat Lot 1 Government Road,Gillentown via Clare.Quietly hidden from the rest of theworld is this superbly presented four-bedroom home plus study nestled on4003sqm of landscaped grounds andserviced by both rain and mains wa-ter.Features include ensuite and walk-in robes to main, a near-new mod-ern kitchen, two living areas, ductedcooling, wood fire and outdoor en-

tertaining with extensive sheddingand a half-tennis court.The property is ideally locatedwithin walking distance of theClare Valley’s finest wineries andrestaurants.This home reflects its proud own-ers, everything is done and itcould be yours for just $320,000.For further information, or to ar-range an inspection, please con-tact Kylie Tucker at Lin AndrewsReal Estate - Clare Valley on 0429966 000 or 8842 4044.



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joining kitchen.Sliding aluminiumdoors open to a patioon the eastern front-age.A conveniently-lo-cated laundry and sec-ond WC is on thislevel as well as a verygenerous double ga-rage, which providesalternate access andadditional storage op-tions.Upstairs are two dou-ble bedrooms and aprivate retreat orstudy.Both bedrooms haveaccess to big northfacing balconies.The main bedroomhas a walk-in robewhilst the second bed-

room has a floor toceiling built-in robe.Two stunning bath-rooms with largeshowers and granitetopped vanity unitsare also upstairs.The next stage ofSouthcott, a KinsmenDevelopment project,is located on GillesStreet and just off thepopular Hutt Streetprecinct.For further detailscontact sales managerJoel Southam - mobile0423 840 517or Kinsmen Realty -8223 6722.Log onto www.kinsmen.com.au oremail [email protected].

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MIRANDA – Water Front Allotment1010m² allotment located in the quiet sea front townof Miranda. Along the esplanade with sea views andeasy access to the beach and fishing. Shed used forbasic accommodation with phone and power.

MELROSE – 8 AcresBrick veneer home with panoramic views of theFlinders Ranges and Mt Remarkable. Boasting threebedrooms plus 4th bedroom (or games room), loungewith slow combustion heater, open plan kitchen/dining. Seasonal comforts provided by reverse cycleair-conditioner and ducted air-conditioner. Externalfeatures include barbecue area, carport, 2 x largegarages, workshop, fowl run. Bus run to both primaryand secondary schools. This property would suit thehorse lover. $245,000.

26 BOPEECHEE STREET, ROXBY DOWNS– Another Quality Home

Three good size bedrooms, all with carpet andbuilt-ins, well designed kitchen with gas appliances,L-shaped lounge with an excellent gas heater,bullnose verandah, 9m x 5.8m shed with concretefloor, ceiling fans and power, garden shed, patternpaved pergola area, tree shaded rear yard.

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PETER TONKIN REALTY...Stansbury - 4Richard Street.

PETER TONKIN REALTY...A seaside opportunityawaits you in Stansbury, with this delightful three-bedroom double-brick home at 4 Richard Street.Set in a quiet location, this home features a newdine-in kitchen with ample cupboard and benchspace.This Richard Street home has carpeted lounge andbedrooms, two with built-in robes, feature wallsand ceiling fans throughout the home.Step out the back door to a lawned area adjoiningan 18-month-old pergola - perfect for entertaining.For more information about this property, contactPeter Tonkin - 0407 390 281.

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Andamooka, Lot 65 –“Why Rent” when youcould buy this three bed-room family home. Alsooffering large L-shapedlounge large dining, spa-

cious gas kitchen, rangehood and ample cupboards,large walk-in pantry. Refrigerated air-conditioning,double garage with pit and great views. Only$69,950.

15 Finniss Street –“Well positioned”. 3good size bdrms, masterwith ensuite & WIR,BIR to 1 other, open

plan lounge/dining, floating t/floors, kitchen withgas stove, ample cupboards and dishwasher, ductedevap air-cond & split R/C air-cond. Outback stylerear verandah with pattern paving, tool shed,f/fenced, salt water pool with spa (solar heated), easycare rear garden. Rent potential of $330. $264,950.

5 Anna Court – “Qual-ity home”. 3 bedroomhome, BIRs, huge rum-pus/study with fulllength built-in cup-

boards, lounge/dining, well equipped gas kitchen/dishwasher, heat/cooling, double garage, pergola/verandah, single carport, room to park the caravanand extra car, manicured front and rear, fully irri-gated gardens. Rent potential $330/week. Good buy-ing at $264,950.

34 AxeheadRoad – “Investfor your fu-ture”. Group of3, 2 bedroomunits all on 1title. Built-in

robes, good size lounge, kitchen and bathroom,leased at approximately $650 per week. Invest now.$450,000.

6 Coolibah Drive –“Investment with adifference”. Execu-tive family home of 4bedrooms, masterwith ensuite, BIRs

to all, large formal entrance, formal dining, goodsized lounge and family room. Double carport,swimming pool and entertaining area, heating,cooling and 2 Colorbond sheds. Leased at$365/week. $325,000.

15 NyarooCourt –“ I n v e s t m e n topportunity”.Great location,quiet cul-de-sac,4 bedrooms with

BIRs, master with ensuite, 2 living areas, spaciousdining, gas kitchen, ducted air-cond, gas heating, 2garden sheds. Leased until June 30/05. $249,950.

1 Blanche Court– “Investmentopportunity”.Well positioned 4b e d r o o m s ,ensuite and BIRs,

good sized lounge, separate dining, gas kitchen,heating/cooling, carport UMR, currently leased at$1043/month until 2006. $249,950. Web ID758450.


AV JENNINGS…Investors are captivatedwith AVJennings pre-planned homes andprecincts, with figures showing more than50 per cent of the company’s pre-plannedhomes being bought by investors.An increasing number of interstate buyersare attracted to South Australian real estategiven the rate of affordability and attrac-tive median house prices compared to ourEastern states counterparts, and many lo-cals are choosing pre-planned homes assound investment options.AVJennings executive general manager Pe-ter Jackson said many people are maximiz-ing the opportunity of pre-planned homesby renting them in the short term with a longterm view to moving in and making themhome at a later date, finding that pre-plannedhomes are the hassle-free option to owninga brand new home.“Pre-planned precincts are attractive to thediscerning buyer because they are com-pletely designed and built, in a controlledand landscaped environment, with every el-ement considered from the interiorpaintwork to the irrigation system in thegarden for that increasingly popular, lowmaintenance lifestyle,” said Mr Jackson.“Popular in the UK and the United States,pre-planned precincts are becoming betterknown and accepted in Australia and are oneof the thriving living options of the future.”Mr Jackson said pre-planned townhousesand terraces continue to prove popular withinvestors, and that sometimes it is moreabout the investment potential and the lo-cation, than the house type.“When people weigh up the benefits of apre-planned home compared to buying es-tablished property or building a new home,the pre-planned option tends to come outahead of the rest.“With superior designs, perfect for today’slifestyles, with everything already thoughtof from the functionality of the floor de-signs through to the inclusions and finishes,

right down to the landscaping.”AVJennings is leading the way with pre-plannedliving, with terraces, townhouses, warehousesand single and two storey homes among its va-riety of precincts on offer.Often located in near-city pockets of land inestablished locations, many new precincts arealso created among master-planned develop-ments, offering a stylish and exclusive alterna-tive for quality housing.Pre-planned precincts located within Northgatehave been experiencing significant investmentreturns as the new, award winning suburb be-comes a thriving, established neighbourhood.According to recent figures supplied by theValuer General, Land Services Group, medianhouse prices within Northgate have increasedalmost 15 per cent over the last year, while landwithin Northgate has experienced growth of justover 40 per cent.Neighbouring Northfield has also enjoyedbuoyant times influenced by the success andfinale of Northgate with median house pricesincreasing over 25 per cent.“Land and home values have continuallystrengthened at Northgate over the years,” ex-plained Mr Jackson.“Capital growth in the suburb has been one ofthe state’s best performing. With all land allot-ments within Northgate released and only halfa dozen still available, the only remaining op-portunity to move up to the new suburb isthrough investing in a pre-planned home orhouse and land package.”AVJennings’ pre-planned projects under wayinclude the Aviator precinct at Northgate – a22-dwelling precinct featuring terraces,townhouses and warehouses; Folland Place ad-jacent to Northgate – a 18 townhouse precinctset around a secluded landscaped courtyard;and a new project at Glynde, where 34 homeswill be built around a central reserve, creatingan exclusive and modern alternative in an es-tablished area.To find out more about AVJennings range ofpre-planned homes, call 131 878.

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PETER TONKIN REALTY...Coobowie - Lot 21, HickeysDrive.PETER TONKIN REALTY... Experi-ence breathtaking views of CoobowieBay to Troubridge Island by day, mag-nificent sunsets at dusk and the spar-kling lights of Edithburg and SultanaPoint at night - from this rearebeachfront property.Lot 21, Hickeys Drive, boasts all themodern conveniences, in an exceptionallocation.For more information about this prop-erty, contact Peter Tonkin - 0407 390281.


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RV JORDAN…It has been a long time since therehas been a major sub division in Port Victoria, butfortunately a new sub division has been releasedat the northern end of Port Victoria through jointReal Estate Agents, RV Jordan Pty Ltd in Adelaideand Century 21 in Moonta.The sub division comprises 35 allotments (29 arealready sold) and is located just behind the exist-ing houses on Davies Terrace (the Esplanade) onland which slopes upwards away from the beachgiving many of the allotments spectacular viewsover Spencer Gulf and Wardang Island.Interest has been strong although it is probably nosurprise as blocks have been selling from as lowas $65,000 with the most expensive being only$137,500.The six left are priced from $89,950 to $125,000.Allotments are fully serviced with undergroundpower, mains water and sewerage.Port Victoria is the quintessential Yorke Peninsulatown.It is laden with character starting with the mag-nificent entrance to the town through the old Nor-folk Pine trees that line the street.Historically the jetty was once part of the greatWindjammer Ports.The town is well serviced with a general store,hotel and kiosk as well as the local golf course,superb beaches and easily accessible boat rampnot to mention some of the best fishing in theSpencer Gulf.Further details can be obtained from RV JordanPty Ltd, Nic Jordan 0416 217 219 www.rvjordan.com.au.

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BLIGHTS REAL ESTATE…BlightsReal Estate – the Professionals inWhyalla – are offering home-buyersan incredible opportunity to purchasea quality home in a vibrant region.Number four, Stockman Court, inWhyalla Jenkins boasts a sandstonefrontage with a grand front entranceand double doors.Think about settling into one of thesefour bedrooms – main with walk-inrobe and ensuite – or take advantageof the fifth bedroom/study.This property has a main three-waybathroom with double basin, a laun-dry with built-in cupboards and qual-ity fixtures and fittings.Entertain your friends in the elegantformal dining room and lounge in alarge, open plan living area, or makeyourself at home in the combined

kitchen/meals and family room.Stockman Court boasts all the modernconveniences including split system re-verse cycle air conditioning, qualityfloating floor boards and a double ga-rage with roller doors.The rear yard needs landscaping, butat $330,000 this property is luxury at areasonable price.Blights Real Estate Professionals havebeen operating locally for more than15 years and have a solid knowledgeof the local market.If you’re looking to invest in a vibrant,growing region, or maybe looking fora new home-base, then why not talk tolong-time local Pam Hunt at BlightsReal Estate – ph 0408 823 886 – or logonto www.sa.professionals.com.au formore information.

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STOCKMAN COURT...This four-bedroom Whyalla home - just four years old - is packedwith features.

PROFESSIONALS...Talk to Pam Hunt atBlights Real Estate.


PORT VINCENT...This Port Vincent Home, at 9Gweneth Court, offers plenty of room - just movein and enjoy.Three bedrooms, two-storeys and plenty of addedfeatures, least of all being the glimpses of sea fromthe upstairs rooms.To the rear of the property is a large verandah lead-ing to a huge garage with room for five vehicles.

PETER TONKIN REALTY...For more information about this property, oranother to suite your needs, contact Peter Tonkin - 0407 390 281.

ROGUES POINT...This two bedroom weekender at12 Chapman Road, Rogues Point boasts direct ac-cess to the beach, fantastic seaviews, an elevatedposition and is just a minute from the beach.Snap up this rare offering in a quiet, holiday settle-ment.This timber frame building boasts an open plan liv-ing area accessing a front verandah overlooking crys-tal-clear waters and sandy beach.


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82 Ward Street, WhyallaNEW LISTING ___________________ $179,000Older style in town area, 3 bedrooms, formal dining, upgradedkitchen and meals, double carport and garage.

73 Hockey Street, WhyallaNEW LISTING ___________________ $205,000Older style 3 bedrooms, formal dining, open plan kitchen/familyroom, upgraded bathroom, huge enclosed double carport linedand lots more.

14 Noble Street, WhyallaNEW LISTING ___________________ $137,000Kitchen upgraded, 3 bedrooms (main with built-in robe), L-shapedlounge & dining, heating & cooling, carport & garage, close tomain shopping centre.

• Building • Painting • Glazing• Cabinetmaking • Plumbing

• Gasfitting • Electrical • Air-cond • House Extensions • Sheds

• Retaining Walls • Pest Control• Paving & Landscaping

• Kitchen & bathroom upgrades• House Inspections • Bobcat Hire

Builders Lic. No. BLD161933 PGELic. No. 161936

6 Callanna Road,Roxby Downs SA 5725Phone: (08) 8671 1353

Fax: (08) 8671 2229Mobile: 0417 487 615

Email: [email protected]

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LOCAL TEAM...Talk to the friendly local team at Nacos, from left, Sue Davies, Ben Chinner and Karena Scott -about the best home loan option for you.

Talk to the locals fora NACOS home loanNACOS CREDIT UNION...Are you takinga close look at home loan options?Well, here’s a home loan deal that could giveyou a ‘bright start’ by reducing your inter-est and providing you with added flexibil-ity and benefits.NACOS Credit Union’s ‘bright start’ homeloan includes:A discounted variable interest rate of 6.24per cent pa* for the first year (7.25 per centpa comparision rate).No restrictions on additional repayments.No monthly account-keeping fees.No fees for additional payments.Don’t just settle for a good start - get a‘bright start’ and talk to your local NACOSteam.The team at NACOS Credit Union, RoxbyDowns, understand that there’s nothingquite as special as owning your own home.

“That’s why we will help you with a loanthat works just for you,” a local NACOSspokesperson said.“Applying is simple, we’ll help you throughevery step, and decisions are made locallybecause we understand you and your com-munity.“Whether you are a first home buyer, look-ing for a new home or investing in prop-erty, let us show you our loan options.”The NACOS ‘No Frills’ home loan providesfixed or variable interest rates on your loanalong with all the benefits of a NACOShome loan.If you’re a first home buyer, you may beable to apply for the ‘First Home OwnersGrant’, making home ownership even moreaffordable.NACOS ‘Affinity’ offers you a secure lineof credit that lets you combine all your ac-counts - such as your savings, personal

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loans, credit cards, store cards and yourhome loan, into one easy-to-manage ac-count.All of your income is paid into this ac-count and you simply access funds whenyou need them.It allows you to repay your loan faster asall of your income goes towards payingoff the loan.At NACOS Credit Union there are no hid-den charges.Some financial institutions charge ac-count-keeping fees, which can add up tohundreds of wasted dollars over the lifeof a loan.At NACOS, there are no account keepingfees on any of your accounts.Want to know more? Then drop into yourlocal NACOS Credit Union atRichardson Place, Roxby Downs - orphone 8671 1755.


ALPHA APARTMENTS…For a space in the Ad-elaide CBD that really takes you ‘above it all’ - thebest choice is now Alpha Apartments.Alpha’s promise of every apartment having a viewis proving very popular.Savvy purchasers have been quick to recognise theadvantages of living above a brand new car park.“It’s not only the views, it’s security, parking avail-ability, a unique location in the heart of the East Endand the fact that because building costs were effec-tively underwritten by the car park component, qual-ity was guaranteed to be at the very high end,” saysResidential Projects Sales Director, MicheleAlexandrou.“What can happen with off the plan sales, is that theintended quality cannot be delivered because thedeveloper faces cost blowouts related to time andtake-up of apartments,” she said.Construction of Alpha is now complete - 44 apart-ments on four levels complemented by four levelsof car parking - located in Frome Street betweenNorth Terrace and Rundle Street East.Only 19 three and four bedroom apartments are stillavailable.Features of Alpha apartments include:

ViewsSpaceExcellent depreciation benefitsMiele appliancesFull security systemsClipsal Home Management SystemsDouble glazingCarparkingBalconies

Prices range from $540,000 to $1.4 million withsales already achieved in almost every price cat-egory.A penthouse sale of $1.3 million, before comple-tion, was a record.Ms Alexandrou said that the apartments provide ex-cellent value to both investors (because of their closelocation to the hospital and university) and to owner/occupiers, whilst the upper levels will provide luxuryliving and even the opportunity of a rooftop garden.For further information contact: Michele Alexandrouor Nick Ploubidis, Residential Projects, telephone8132 0407.

A room with a view

L J HOOKER…Pres-tigous, affordable livingis now within easy reachof Roxby Downs,thanks to three excitingdevelopments in PortHughes and Kadina.Whether seeking a high-return investment or se-cure family living,Patrick’s View andPatrick’s Cove (PtHughes) and Patrick’sPlace (Kadina) in theideally located CopperTriangle are attractingwidespread interest.Stage One of Patrick’sView (85 allotments) isalmost sold out with afew good quality allot-ments remaining.Patrick’s Cove is alsoselling well, based onthe marketing theme of‘The Perfect SeaChange’.Similarly, Patrick’sPlace in Kadina hascaught the eye of peoplewho recognise it com-prises some of the bestvalue land available in

South Australia.All three developments– by Irish developer Pe-ter Butterly – are fullyserviced with a varietyof allotment sizes to suitall types of homes.They are particularly at-tractive to Roxby Downsemployees and contrac-tors because of the rela-tive proximity to themining centre. The Cop-per Triangle’s amenities,recreation facilities,

services and sports are adrawcard, according toChris Wardle ofLJ Hooker, Moonta/Wallaroo.“These top-class devel-opments are only 4 ½hours by road fromRoxby Downs, so theypresent a great opportu-nity for people who haveextended employmentbreaks, such as four daysoff,” Mr Wardle said.“Pre-school, primary

and secondary schools,as well as TAFE, are atKadina and/or MoontaBay so it’s an ideal placeto bring up children.“It’s also that muchcloser to Adelaide,should the need arise forthe family to travel to thecity.“From an investmentperspective, great rentalreturns are available andcapital growth has beensignificant in recent

The perfect sea changeyears.”Allotments are verycompetitively pricedfrom:

$58,000, Patrick’sPlace at Kadina$72,000 at Patrick’sView at Port Hughes$135,000, Patrick’sCove at Port Hugheswith a few seafrontallotments from$250,000.

House and land pack-ages are also availablefrom $266,000 with awide variety of floorplans through MarshallThompson Homes andWahlstedt QualityHomes in all three devel-opments.Otherwise, you are freeto choose your ownbuilder.There is no time limit oncommencement.For more information,contact Chris Wardle bytelephoning 8825 2007or 0418 859 372.

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MELALEUCA ONMITCHELL…Investorscan now be part of thefast-growing tourism in-dustry without all thehustle and bustle – justenjoy the luxury of justsitting back and watch-ing the cash roll in.The unique Melaleucaon Mitchell develop-ment, in the heart of Dar-win’s exciting tourismcentre, offers investorsguaranteed returns atminimum cost.Melaleuca on Mitchellincorporates 98 strata-ti-tled units in a purpose-built four-storey hostel –investors purchase a titlefor just $97,500 and thenlease the dorms back tothe developers Redco In-vestments who will thenoperate the venture.“The backpacker marketis potentially one of themost dynamic sectors ofthe tourism industry, andMelaleuca on Mitchell ispositioned to take advan-tage of this exciting op-portunity,” Redco In-vestments operationsmanager Chris Foy toldThe Monitor.“This new developmentis based on a concept thatworked for us previously– the Value Inn – which

is going into its thirdfive-year term.“We develop the prop-erty, strata title and thenlease it back from own-ers and operate it.“It’s a way of people get-ting a solid, guaranteedreturn in an obviouslyquite volatile market.“From the 93 units at theValue Inn, we still have60 per cent of our origi-nal investors which re-ally is a very stable track

record.“Melaleuca on Mitchellis a way to tap into thegrowing tourism industrywithout committing thekind of hands-on hoursmost tourism businessesrequire.“And for people whowant to expand their in-vestment portfolios awayfrom the residential op-tions, this is an invest-ment they don’t need toworry about on a regular

basis.”Under the lease, inves-tors commit to a five-year term which is guar-anteed by the NationalAustralia Bank with a netreturn of $7800, gst ex-cluded.Only a few of these six-bedroom dormitories arestill available, so log ontowww.realcommercial.com.au for more informa-tion, or phone Chris Foy- 0419 829 841.

Solid investment in growing industry

Buy direct from the DeveloperBe a part of Darwin’s exciting tourism industryThe backpacker market is potentially one of the most dynamic sectors of the tourism industry,and Melaleuca On Mitchell is positioned to take full advantage of this exciting opportunity.Just completed and open for business, and with only a few 6 bed dorms remaining for sale,you too can be part of this fantastic investment opportunity.

• Purpose built 4 storey hostel • 98 strata titled units• 5 year + 5 + 5 lease back to operator • Bank guarantee first 5 year term• 4% tourism depreciation allowance • 8% net return on investment

Under the lease term the operator will pay rental quarterly and will be responsible for allhostel operating costs and risks as well as paying all the following property costs (usually paidby a property owner) city council rates, sewerage, water, property insurance and normaloperating body corporate fees. The rental paid thus represents a ‘net return’ to the owner.

6 bed dorm $97,500 (excl. GST) with a net return of $7,800 pa (excl. GST)

Don’t miss out on this amazing investment opportunityCall Chris Foy 0419 829 841

Details provided in this advertisement are for information purposes only. No warranty or promise is made relating to any of the information provided herein.The details of this advertisement are expressly excluded from all and any legal documents. Prospective purchasers should refer to the final documentation to confirm all details.

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Commercial freeholdinvestment right in thecentre of Darwin’s CBD$97,500ONLY A FEW LEFT

TOURISM...From the bar tothe backpacker’s facilities,Melaleuca on Mitchell is asmart investment if you’relooking to step out intoDarwin’s growing tourismindustry. Melaleuca onMitchell incorporates 98strata-titled units in apurpose-built four-storeyhostel.

ROXBY DOWNS...15 FinnisSt - comfortable outbackstyle.

ROXBY DOWNS...5 Anna Court- tucked away in a quiet street.

RAINE ANDH O R N E … 1 5Finniss Street, pre-sented by Raine andHorne, offers buy-ers an Outback life-style by the pool andgreat rental poten-tial for investors.The home is wellpositioned withthree good sizedbedrooms, master with ensuite and walkin robes, and built in robes in another.A beautiful fully-fenced solar-heated saltwater pool with spa compliments an easy

care rear garden andoutback style verandawith pattern paving.Inside the home fea-tures an open planlounge/dining roomwith floating timberfloors and a kitchenwith gas stove, amplecupboard space anddishwasher.

The property also has evaporativeaircondition ing and a split R/C air-condi-tioner - selling now for $264, 950 with arent potential of $330.

Outback investment opportunities

For more information about these and other local properties - contactDavid Murley 0412 050 200, Wayne Lawson 0421 636 338 or, locally,Penny Coleman 0418 974 384.

RAINE ANDH O R N E … T h i sweek Raine andHorne presents 5Anna Court, RoxbyDowns.Situated in a great lo-cation tucked awayin a quiet cul-de-sac,this well cared forfamily home featuresthree good sized bedrooms all with built inrobes, huge rumpus room with study area.The rumpus room also has built-in cupboardsand a built-in central table top, as well assliding doors at both ends and a reverse cy-cle, wall-mounted air conditionerThe property has a spacious lounge and goodsized dining room and a gas kitchen withrange hood, dishwasher and dual sink withample cupboard space.

Ducted evaporativeair-conditioningand ceiling fans arealso placed in mostrooms.The home has a sin-gle carport undermain roof, withseparate entry in-doors and a largeextension with

room for caravan or extra vehicle.The property features a double galvanisediron garage with power and lighting with alarge attached colour bond shed, large ga-bled veranda and entertaining area and largepaved area, with manicured gardens frontand rear with auto irrigation.All on a large allotment of 828 square me-tres. Priced at $264, 950 with a rental po-tential of $330 per week, inspection a must!


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ROXBY DOWNS COUNCIL NEWS

Upcoming Events...The next BusinessForum Meeting will be held at The Tavern onTuesday 3 May 2005. All business representatives are mostwelcome to attend. $20 per head. Please RSVP to theCouncil on 8671 0010 by 29 April 2005.Works in Progress...There will be road closures in thesouthern section of the town to connect up services to newallotments. The length of time each closure will take de-pends on the type of, and how many services are to be putinto place. Council does not expect the roads to be closedany longer than one day per road crossing. Council regretsany inconvenience. A letterbox drop will be made prior toinform residents effected by this work. There may be inter-ruptions to water/electricity and Telstra services.Vandalism...Council urges all residents to report instancesof vandalism to the police and Council.Completed Works...Opal Road inspection.Shade structure audit.Occupational Health and Safety program.Asset management plans.Town oval inspection.Review of contracts.Business Signage...Local businesses have been invitedto be part of new tourism signage in Roxby Downs. Counciland the Roxby Downs Business Forum have thrown theirsupport behind new tourism signage at the corner of Olym-pic Way and Burgoyne Street and on the public toilet blockin Richardson Place. Designs echoing the current Wilmapdistributed through the Roxby Downs Visitor InformationCentre have been approved. Signage sales are now open.Telephone Alex Barker on 0417 816 807 for more informa-tion.Electricity Cent A Meters...Council has purchased five ana-lyser meters for customer service purposes. These metersare available for hire from Council for a small fee. Meterswill assist customers to monitor their power usage.Rates...Third quarterly rate payments were due on 16 March2005. Fines of 2% will be charged for late payments.Electricity Water Sewerage Rates and Tariffs...New ratesand tariffs for water, sewerage and electricity services cameinto effect from the 1 January 2005.Electricity Accounts...Electricity accounts have now beenissued and are due for payment on Monday May 9, 2005.Water Accounts...Water accounts have now been issuedand are due for payment on Monday 16 May 2005.Bushfire Prevention...Bushfire season ended on 31 March2005. Now the cooler weather is here, it is a good time totidy up around your home and back yard to ensure it is readyfor next year’s season.Fire Regulations and booklets are on display at the Counciloffice.Fireworks...Fireworks are only allowed to be set off by apyro-technician with the appropriate permits. Fines are ap-plicable if not adhered to.Mosquito Control...Residents are reminded to throw awayany unwanted containers which hold water – old tyres,drums, place sand in pot plant bases, to seal or cover allopenings in raintwater tanks and to ensure that roof guttersare not holding water. Wear loose clothing , apply insectrepellent that contains DEET (Diethyl Toluamide) and usemosquito coils for outdoor activities.Local Website...Visit your local updated website. New Fo-rums have now been added. Read what’s new and haveyour say in the Forums at www.roxbydowns.comStreet Lighting...Is there a street light not working nearyour home? Please include the exact location (street, housenumber) when reporting to assist in easy identification forrepair.Rubbish Collection...Residents are reminded that there isa limit of one bin per household for weekly rubbish collec-tion.Opal Road Landfill Opening Hours...Tuesdays, 8am to12 noon, Thursdays 1pm to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday10am to 4pm.Out of hours access call 08 8671 1154Council Office Hours - General...Monday to Friday—9amto 5pm.

This community announcement is sponsored by the Roxby Downs Counciland The Monitor - Your Community Newspaper.

WARNING...to cat and dog owners in Roxby Downs, Andamooka and Olympic Dam.Arid Recovery, in Roxby Downs, will be again conducting aerial baiting for feral catsand foxes.Aerial baiting will be conducted over two days in late April or early May 2005 and willreplicate baiting done in previous years.1080 poison baits will be placed within a 20km radius of the Arid Recovery fence toreduce feral cat and fox numbers in the area surrounding the reserve.

Baits will be distributed by air:Within the Olympic Dam Mine Lease.Within surrounding pastoral properties.Within the area between Roxby DownsTownship Buffer and Olympic Dam Vil-lage Buffer (see map below).On the Andamooka mine lease.

Baits will not be aerially distributed:Within 2km of Roxby Downs township.Within 2km of Olympic Dam village.Within 2km of Andamooka township.Within 250m of Olympic Way,Andamooka Rd and the Borefield Rd.

Baits will be placed by hand within thehigh security Olympic Dam mine fence.

Baiting will be carried out between May 3 and 4, 2005.Baits will be poisonous to domestic pets, so please restrainyour dogs/cats or ensure they wear muzzles when in theseareas.Do not touch any small, dried meat you may find lying on theground within the baiting zone!

For further information please contactArid Recovery on 8671 8282, or email [email protected].


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LEARN TO FLY Roxby Downs AeroClub, phone Ben Hammond 0407 974002, Jim Spring 0417 867 812 or PhilGoldsworthy 0417 810 494.ROXBY Second Hand Furniture. TradingHours Mon – Fri 11.30am-2pm and Satand Sun 2pm-4pm or, by arrangementby phoning 0428 138 758.

CONCRETE Railway Sleepers. 2.5meters long. $17 each inc GST. Phone8671 0336.

SHIPPING Containers. 20 and 40 foot.From $3,000 each inc GST. At OlympicDam ph 8671 0336.

SHIPPING Containers. 20 and 40 foot.From $3,000 each inc GST. At OlympicDam ph 8671 0336.

STAINLESS steel food grade sheets.Approx .55m x .68m, .625m x .625m, .7mx .7m, 2.1m x .45m from $6 per sheetinc GST. 11/97 Ford Courier Dual Cab,Petrol, VIN JCOAAASGHCVK70665,Rego WBK-133. 87,441 kms $4,700 plusGST. 11/97 Ford Courier Dual Cab,Petrol, VIN JCOAAASGHCVK70945,Rego WBK-131, 80,171 kms $5,000 plusGST. WHEELIE Bins, new, 240 litres $55each plus GST or 2 for $100 plus GST.WOODEN Railway Sleepers, 2.4 metreslong, from $15 each incl GST. At OlympicDam ph 8671 0336 (bh).

CARAVANS

PARTLY-furnished 30ft caravan with 30ftsolid annexe in Myall Grove CaravanPark. Three bedrooms, side patio,kitchen, ensuite toilet and shower, fully-fenced. Serious buyers only. $10,000 ono– call 0407 571 123.

CARAVAN 20ft with 25ft solid annexe.Carport, kitchen, fridge, garden shed,fenced yard. Must sell, serious buyersonly. $5,000 ono – call 0407 571 123.

BIRTHS

BISHOP-BACHE, Kaylah Marie – Kadeand Thalia welcome, with love, the birthof their first daughter Kaylah Marie, bornMarch 31, 2005. Kaylah was born atBernie Hospital, Tasmania, weighing3544g (7lb 13oz).

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Church TimesSt Barbara’s Catholic Church

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Andamooka Catholic ChurchSunday 11am first and third

Sunday of every month

St Michael’s Catholic Church,Woomera

Sunday 5pm.All denominations welcome

Roxby Downs Lutheran ChurchSunday 10.30am & Sunday

School – 9.30amRoxby Downs Christian

Community ChurchSunday 10am

Andamooka Community ChurchSunday 2pm

Desert Springs ChurchSunday 10.00am at the

Roxby Downs TAFE College.


SPORT

Young swimmers make a big splash in 2005

COACHES...Roxby Downs Swimming Club hosted its end-of-season presentations earlier this month at the Roxby DownsSwimming Pool. At the presentations, outgoing coaches FrankieWilson and Astrid Zanker were recognised for their time andeffort in coaching the more than 20 young swimmers in the club.

CARNIVAL SUCCESS...Tobias Watt andEmily Lepinath - winners on annualhandicap carnival points. Swimming clubtraining is expected to resume in October.For more information about swimming,contact Tracey Lepinath - 8671 2390 - orthe Roxby Downs Leisure Centre for poolopening times.

TIME TRIALS...Tobias Watt, JessicaKatzorke and Samuel Wilson were winnerson annual time trials points.

SHIELD WINNERS...Hannah Wurfel andSamuel Wilson were recognised aswinners on the basis of annual scratchcarnival points.

COACHES AWARDS...Kane Mooney andJaimee Bishop received Coaches Awardsat the Roxby Downs Swimming Clubpresentation night this month for theircontinued dedication and hard workthroughout the season. During theswimming season, club-memberscompeted in carnivals around the region,from Booleroo Centre and Whyalla to PortPirie and Leigh Creek, as well as locally inRoxby Downs.

PRESENTATION...Coach Astrid Zankerthanks Roxby Downs Swimming ClubsecretaryMel Katzorke for her supportthroughout the 2004/2005 season.

Fast-paced squash action

SQUASH…Seb Tello (of Aprilia) returns a serve to Ryan Freeman (of Bimota)during a recent round of competiton at Roxby Downs Squash. Squash is played atthe Roxby Downs Leisure Centre courts on Thursday evenings. For moreinformation, contact Tony Holbrook – ph 8671 3134 – or the Roxby Downs LeisureCentre – ph 8671 0500.

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Recognition for juniorbasketball supportersBASKETBALL...Long-time supporters of the Roxby DownsBasketball and Junior Basketball Associations were recognisedwith life memberships at the associations’ grand finalpresentations earlier this month. Above, Andrea Freeth andMandie Crawford were both awarded life membership for theirservices to junior basketball in Roxby Downs. Cathy Fraser (notpictured) was also presented with a life membership on the dayin recognition of her 13 years of local service to the sport.

DIRT CIRCUIT…Roxby Downs Dirt Circuit rac-ers are revving up for the upcoming state titles tobe hosted in Black Rock on the May long weekend.Around 15 local drivers are expected to enter thecompetition, backed by a full team of supporters.The Black Rock weekend will be a precursor forthe second round of state titles in Roxby Downs inOctober.“From now on, we’re going to see a lot of out-of-town cars racing locally as drivers test the track,”local racer Ruth Dempsey told The Monitor.“It should mean some very fast and exciting meet-ings over the next few months.”Results from the Saturday, April 23, night meetingat Roxby Downs:Open…Geoff Munro 25 points, Justin Webb 20points, Don McKinnon 18 points and Rick McPhee18 points.Modifieds…Tony Webber 24 points, Steve Webber19 points and Deb Beenham 13 points.Social…Anthony Stuart 28 points, James Beenham26 points and Jess McKinnon 21 points.Feature Race…Geoff Munro RD19 , Tania JohnsonRD40 and Tony Webber RD13.


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ON TARGET...Scott Symons,12, representingthe RSL team,above, and, left,Kevin Napperfrom SharpShooters.

Fun at the sharp end of thingsDARTS…Sharp Shooters lead theRoxby Downs Darts League sum-mer season in Week 12 with 22points, 75 games won and a teamaggregate of 24,654.Second on the ladder is the DesertRats with 20 points, 76 games wonand a team aggregate of 25,999,ahead of Boxers with 18 points, 74games won and an aggregate of20,598.Tavern Warriors are bringing upthe rear with 50 games won, nega-tive four points and a team aggre-gate of 17,528.In Week 12, highest scores were

awarded to R Lawson and TReynolds with 260, and 140s for RHarris, E Napper and E Asplin.Highest Pegouts - G Baker 154, SAsplin 107 and C Kelly 107.180 Badges - G Cundy, R Lawson x6, A Lucas x 4, S Adams x 3, BMcPaul, D Reid x 3, T Reynolds, CLucas x 2, T Newman, A Flood.In Week 11, Round 2, highest scoreswere awarded to R Lawson and TReynolds with 260, and 140s for RHarris, E Asplin, T Reynolds and ENapper.Highest Pegouts - G Baker 154, SAsplin 107 and C Kelly 107.

Bowlers ready for winter comp

SOCIAL BOWLS...Jim Bowden gives SimonMcCracken and Marnie Pascoe some pointersduring Wednesday night social bowls at RoxbyDowns Bowls Club.

BOWLS...TheRoxby DownsBowls Club isgearing up forSunday bowlsduring its winterseason.Friday nightbowls has fin-ished for theyear, however,social bowls iscontinuing onWe d n e s d a ynights.For more infor-mation, or tonominate ateam, phone JimBowden - 0417084 112.

KARATE…ArtemChebotenko, 8,Andrew Tolson-Macgowen, 8,Lucy Noll, 9,practice theirkatas duringtraining atRoxby DownsShotokanKarate. Thegroup iscurrentlytraining its firstlocal weekendgrading/trainingcamp fromFriday, May 13 toSunday, May 15,2005.

KARATE…Roxby Downs Shotokan Karate Clubwill host its first grading/training weekend for theyear from Friday, May 13, to Sunday, May 15,2005.There will be training sessions Friday night,gradings all day on the Saturday and further train-ing sessions on the Sunday.“This is a great opportunity not only for the stu-dents to grade to their next belt but also to learnfrom our chief instructor Fifth Dan Sensei JimMorton who has been training for more than 30years,” local instructor Tracy Fouet told The

Monitor.“Training is also continuing throughout the schoolholidays and new students - juniors and adults -are always welcome to come down and have alook and see if they might like to give it a go.”Training times are Monday and Wednesdaynights in the Roxby Downs Auditorium. Colts(five years-12 years) 6pm-6.45pm and Juniors/Adults (6.45pm-8pm)For more information, contact Tracy Fouet – ph0400 894 429 – or log onto www.roxby-shotokan-karate-club.websyte.com.au.

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PIT CREW...Dirt circuit supporter and towtruck diver John Webber.

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DIRT-KARTS…Racing in J-Juniorsat the Roxby DownsDirt Kart Clubmeeting onSaturday, Braydan,12, and Gus Gerrity.The next Desert DirtKart Club meetingwill be the two-dayOutback Classicevent on June 11and 12 - keepreading The Monitorfor more Dirt Kartresults next issue.

Junior tennis presentations

JUNIOR TENNIS …A participation awardwas presented to Olivia Jansen while theU14 Division 2 ‘most improved’ wasawarded to Emily Daly. Absent: U14Division 2 champion Maddison Evans.

MOST IMPROVED…Coach’s ‘mostimproved’ RyanWhite, U14 Divison 2champion ZacHodgetts andDivision 2 ‘mostimproved’ NickThomson.

U14 DIVISION1…ThomasHombsch wasnamed U14 Divison1 champion aheadof runner-up RobertHamblin at therecent junior tennisawards ngiht.

U14 DIVISION 2…Tyson Hill and VictorBuza were named ‘most improved’ in theircategory at the April 16 junior tennispresentations.

U16 DIVISON 1…Junior tennis trophieswere awarded on Saturday, April 16, 2005,following the Roxby Downs Tennis Club’sgrand finals. In the U16 Division 1Nicholas Fernandez was named championahead of runner-up Joshua Callery.

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TENNIS…Roxby Downs will host theMilo Over Tennis Corporate Challengeat the Lions Park courts on Sunday, May8, from 10am.Nomination forms are available fromSportspower, Roxby Downs, and partici-pants are required to register a half hourprior to the tournament starting.Nominations close May 5, 2005.Doubles partners will be drawn from ahat and graded on known abilities.A barbecue and soft drinks will be avail-able on the day for a small cost.“This will be a fun day with lots of ex-cellent prizes,” event coordinatorMichelle Thomson told The Monitor.“We will have a Division 2 comp, so youdon’t have to be a brilliant tennis player– it all depends on the luck of the draw.”Prizes on the day include:Division 1 Men - $200 and two nightsaccommodation package (two adults,two children) from Adelaide ShoresHoliday Village and Linfox.Runner- up - $100 and one night spaaccommodation package for two includ-ing continental breakfast from GlenelgMotel and Linfox.Division 1 Women - $200 and one nightspa accommodation package for two in-cluding continental breakfast fromGlenelg Motel and Roche Mining andGarry Baker Building.Runner- up - $100 and a family moviepass from Lavericks Olympic Way Ga-rage and the Roxby Downs Cultural Pre-cinct.Division 1 Mixed - $200 and one night

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spa accommodation package for two in-cluding continental breakfast fromGlenelg Motel and Outback Landscap-ing and Supplies.Runner-up - $100 and a family moviepass from Roxby Downs Airport,Roxby Downs Pharmacy and the RoxbyDowns Cultural Precinct.Divison 2 Men - $100 and one nightspa accommodation package for two in-cluding continental breakfast fromGlenelg Motel and York Civil.Runner-up - $40 Mitre 10 Voucher andMonadelphous Engineering shirt fromRoxby Traders Mitre10 andMonadelphous Engineering Associates.Divison 2 Women - $100and one nightspa accommodation package for two in-cluding continental breakfast from theGlenelg Motel and Career EmploymentGroup.Runner-up - $50 Red Sands Hair De-sign voucher and family move passfrom Red Sands Hair Design and theRoxby Downs Cultural Precinct.Division 2 Mixed - $100 and one nightspa accommodation package for two in-cluding continental breakfast fromGlenelg Motel and Roxby Downs Cara-van Park.Runner-up - 40 Mensland Voucher andMonadelphous Engineering shirt fromMensland, Roxby Downs, andMonadelphous Engineering Associates.For more information, contact MichelleThomson – 0439 711 384, AmandaCrook – 8671 0904 or Tim Reynolds –8671 0933.

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Dust and daring at Roxby racesGYMKHANA…Roxby Downshosted its annual Gymkhana and Pic-nic Races on April 16, 2005.More than 700 people attended theevent, with organisers prompted toplan for bigger crowds and competi-tor numbers in 2006.“It’s just getting bigger and betterevery year,” gymkhana president RickGrantham told The Monitor.“It’s already the biggest meeting ofits kind in SA, maybe in all of Aus-tralia, and it’s still growing.“Next year we expect to have to ex-pand the stables to accommodate en-trants.”Grantham thanked the many sponsorsand volunteers who threw their back-ing behind the event this year.“We want to thank everybody whohelped out – and a big thankyou toKerry Gum because without him wejust wouldn’t have a race club.”The trophy for leading child rider wasawarded to Sam Finn, while the lead-ing adult rider was Herbie Dunn.Trophies were presented at the RoxbyDowns Picnic Races Ball followingthe day’s events.Results from the day are:Larox Children’s Bending Race - SamFinn on ‘Cody’.T J Lomann Children’s Flag and Bar-rel - Shannon Coultard on ‘Amber’.Olympic Way Garage and LavrickEngineering Bending Race - HerbieDunn on ‘Buddy’.SDS Tilting the Ring - Herbie Dunnon ‘Buddy’.Andamooka Opal Bottle House La-dies Bracelet Hack Race - MelissaDaly on ‘Prince’.Wallace and Kirkham Children’s Mu-sical Chairs - Jamie-Lee Oldfield on‘Tequila’.Ludowici Maiden Handicap – HelenGower on ‘Devlon’.

Amec Thread the Needle - DeeJohnston on ‘Amber’.Roxby Downs NAB Children’s Two-Furlong Flutter - Ben Crozier on ‘Lone-some’.Bradken Improvers Handicap - JasonWallace on ‘Dontaine’ ahead of HelenGower on ‘Devlon’ and JennyCormack on ‘Motram’.Monadelphous Engineering Children’sTexas Barrel - Sam Finn on ‘Cody’.Kerry Gum Open Texas Barrel -Rebecca Van Houton on ‘Zorro’.Broadspectrum Gretna Green - GarrenDodd on ‘Cindy Image’.All Staff Resources Autumn Cup - TaraO’Donnell on ‘Henree’s Gold’ aheadof Jason Wallace on ‘Sonata’ and DMorgan on ‘Compass Boy’.Lec Trading Stock Horse Time Trial -Jason Jones on ‘Billy’ ahead of ReganAustin on ‘Ruby’ and Robbie Dunn on‘Prince’.Kaltech Cup - Helen Gower on ‘Ivo-ry’s Choice’ with a photo finish for sec-ond ending in Justin Nunn on‘Richotto’ taking second and locally-owned ‘Pegasus Crown’, ridden byDanny Morgan, in third.The Camel Cup was won by local syn-dicate ‘Balmoral Park’ who won ‘LarlyBoy’ in the cup auction and took home$800 cash and the trophy.The Roxby Miners Football Club teamtook home 15 cartons of beer in theVB Hard-Earned Thirst WheelbarrowRaceComplete Ute and Van Hire JumboHeavyweight (minimum 87kg) - JennyCormack on ‘Crazy Cotton’.Adelaide Galvanisers Open Flag andBarrel - Col Greenfield on ‘PumpJack’.Civil Survey and Design Whip CrackChallenge - Jason Jones on ‘Billy’.Kerry Gum ‘Boot Toss’ – MareeJackson.

CALCUTTA…Gymkhana volunteers KathyWilby and Stu Cormack at the Calcuttaevent at the Roxby Downs CommunityClub, in the lead up to the picnic races.

HARD-EARNED THIRST...Wheelbarrowrace winners, from left, Mark Butterworth,Rick Prosser, Steven Owens and, front,Darren Phillips from the Roxby Miners.

LAID BACK...Tracy Fouet and RobMcElhinney relaxing at the races.

GYMKHANA…CathLousberg, RachaelWitchard andMelinda Roadley.

CAMEL CUP...RickGrantham andGraham Bray

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PICNIC RACES... Georgia Eggart,10 months, Sarah Perrett andJulia Martin.

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Blake andKayla Langdon.

WINNERS...Camel Cup winners - ‘BalmoralPark’ syndicate, front, from left KateWhittaker, Eds Lawkin, Peter Heading, back,Cheryl and Steve Jacobs, Glen Dorol,jockey Aleysha ‘Bullfrog’ Healy with ‘LarlyBoy’.

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OD Devils Player AuctionsApril 30, Saturday7.00pm ODFC Club Rooms

MayMay 1, Touch FootballSundays 4.00pmOn oval behind tennis courts

May 5, Thursday nightsAuskick Training5.00-6.00pm, Town Oval

May 7, SaturdayAuskick Round 18:30am Town Oval

May 7, SaturdayRound 2 W&DFL12noon RD vs Coober Pedy2.20pm OD vs AndamookaBYE - Hornridge

May 14, Saturday nightWoomeraRound 3 W&DFL5.30pm OD vs Coober Pedy8.00pm Hornridge vs RDBYE - Andamooka

May 14, 15. Round 1 StateTitles, Black Rock

May 21, SaturdayRound 4 W&DFL12noon Andamooka vsCoober Pedy2.20pm OD vs HornridgeBYE - Roxby Districts

May 21, SaturdayDesert Dirt Kart ClubDay Meeting 1.00pm start

May 28, Saturday nightWoomeraRound 5 W&DFL5.30pm Coober Pedy vsHornridge8.00pm RD vs AndamookaBYE - Olympic Dam

May 28, SaturdayNight Meeting – RoxbyDowns Dirt Circuit Club

JuneJune 4, SaturdayRound 6 W&DFL12noon Hornridge vsAndamooka2.20pm OD vs RDBYE - Coober Pedy

June 11, Saturday nightWoomeraRound 7 W&DFL5.30pm Coober Pedy vs RD8.00pm OD vs AndamookaBYE - Hornridge

June 11 & 12,Desert Dirt Kart ClubOutback Classic2 day eventStart 1.00pm on 11th

June 18, SaturdayRound 8 W&DFL2pm RD vs Hornridge (atRoxby)2.20pm OD vs Coober Pedy(at Coober Pedy)BYE - Andamooka

June 25, Saturday nightWoomeraRound 9 W&DFL5.30pm Hornridge vs OD8.00pm Andamooka vsCoober PedyBYE - Roxby Districts

JulyJuly 2, SaturdayRound 10 W&DFL12noon Andamooka vs RD2.20pm Hornridge vsCoober PedyBYE - Olympic Dam

July 2, SaturdayDesert Dirt Kart ClubPractice day - start 1.00pm

July 9, SaturdayRound 11 W&DFL12noon OD vs RD2.20pm Hornridge vsAndamookaBYE - Coober Pedy

July 16, SaturdayRound 12 W&DFL12noon OD vs Andamooka2.20pm Coober Pedy vsRDBYE - Hornridge

July 23, SaturdayRound 13 W&DFL12noon OD vs CooberPedy2.20pm Hornridge vs RDBYE - Andamooka

July 23, SaturdayDesert Dirt Kart ClubDay meeting 1.00pm start

July 30, SaturdayRound 14 W&DFL12noon Coober Pedy vsAndamooka2.20pm OD vs HornridgeBYE - Roxby Districts

AugustAugust 6, SaturdayRound 15 W&DFL12noon Andamooka vs RD2.20pm Hornridge vsCoober PedyBYE - Olympic Dam

August 13, Saturday –1st Final12noon 3rd vs 4th2.20pm 1st vs 2nd

August 20, Saturday –Preliminary Final2.00pm Winner of 3rd & 4thvs loser of 1st & 2nd

August 20, SaturdayDesert Dirt Kart ClubDay meeting 1.00pm start

August 27, Saturday –Grand Final at 2.00pmwinner of 1st final (1st or2nd) vs winner ofpreliminary final

SeptemberSeptember 17 & 18,Desert Dirt Kart ClubOutback Classic2 day eventStart 4.00pm on 17th

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OLYMPIC DAM…Wayne‘Woody’ Turner, 50, brings alifetime love of Aussie Rules tohis new role as coach for theOlympic Dam Devils.As assistant coach to TimLange in 2003, Woody has asolid knowledge of the club’sstrengths, complemented by hisown long years on the field.Woody began his own footballcareer in Wirrabara as a 15-year-old.Throughout the 70s and 80s heplayed in the Northern AreasLeague and the Spencer GulfLeague.He played 151 games and wonsix premierships with Centralsin Port Augusta and achieved alifetime membership.He coached Central Augusta in1978, 79 and 80; North Ad-elaide U15s country side from1997-1999, and was appointedregional development officerfor North Adelaide in 1999.“I just love the game,” Woodytold The Monitor.“I even played four or fivegames for OD in 2003 – I wastheir oldest recruit and I kickedfour goals in one of thosegames.“But this year, the Devils havea very young side.“We’re confident, but we’re nottaking anything for granted.“We’ll start at square one, likeeveryone else, at the beginningof the season.“We’ve lost a few players, butthen we’ve recruited prettystrongly over the off-season.“Olympic Dam is a very pro-fessional club though, full ofgreat people, hard workers –and that’s one of the club’sgreatest strengths.”For Woody - who began his ca-reer in the green and gold ofWirrabara in 1970 - donningthe same green and gold for Ol-ympic Dam in 2005 seems afitting way to continue his loveof the game.

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SAINTS COACH... Chris Warrior, 43, will coach the Coober PedyFootball Club Saints in 2005. An original player from CooberPedy’s original time in the league as the ‘Detonators’, Warriorsays the team is enthusiastic and keen to hit the field.“We’re rapt to be in the league again - we’re all really lookingforward to it,” he told The Monitor.“There’s a lot of enthusiasm at training and plenty of young fel-lows playing. Community support has been pretty good too.“We’ve got a relatively young team - some have been playingwith the Southern APY team and the Alice Springs League for awhile now.“What they don’t have in experience they make up for in enthusi-asm. Hopefully they can put it all out on the field next week.”Coober Pedy will have a bye this weekend, with their first gameagainst the Miners on May 7, 2005.However, Warrior will be in Roxby Downs this week for the firstmatch of the season to ‘scope out the competition’.

FOOTBALL UMPIRES...Woomera andDistricts Football League is seeking um-pires to support the 2005 football season.Long-time local umpire and league presi-dent Graham Warren has called on the“sideline and Monday morning experts to“support their sport” and prove their ex-pertise by donning the whites.“There are a lot of guys out here who don’tplay any more, but they can still be part ofthe game by umpiring,” Warren told TheMonitor. “It’s a paid position and there’s

the chance to learn in the junior gamesbefore umpiring a senior game.“We only have two umpires available forthe first game of the season - I’m 48 now,and I’m just not keen to come out of re-tirement after umpiring locally for 12years. It’s time for someone else to takeup the flags.”To learn about umpire training and volun-teering, phone Graham Warren - 0407 121777 or email umpires coordinator AndrewTonkin - [email protected].

ROOS COACH...KymMorgan, 48.

A N D A M O O K A . . . K y mMorgan, 48, has supported theAndamooka Roos and is keento kick off his first year as theteam’s coach.Morgan believes “fitness is thekey” to success in season 2005and the Roos are already train-ing hard for their first gameagainst Hornridge this weekend.“We’ve got a lot of young fel-lows on the side and I thinkthey’ll have a very good sea-son.”Morgan’s own football interesthas grown out of years of on-field time.“I played a lot of amateur leaguein Adelaide and I coachedGolden North,” he said.“I pushed for this job last yearand missed out - it’s somethingI really wanted.“I see a big future for this club -it’s a very tight-knit group.“The players are so committed- they just can’t do enough forthe team, or the club, but fitnesshas to be the secret from dayone.“You can talk all you like off thefield but it’s what happens outin the games that matters - andwe’ve got all the cattle in thepaddock this year.“There’s no prize for second -everyone plays for a victory.But this year, I know these guyscan do it - now it’s my job toconvince them of it.”

DEVILS COACH… Wayne‘Woody’ Turner, 50.

COOBER PEDYSAINTS...Chris Warrior,43

MAGPIES COACH...TonyRigden, 35.

HORNRIDGE...Tony Rigden,35, faces his second year ascoach of the growing sideHornridge.Rigden believes his team’s newinflux of players, coupled withCoober Pedy Football Club’sintroduction to the league,promises a real up “shake-up”in the ladder this year.“We’ve got a few new playersthat are looking pretty good atthe moment and there’s a fewchanges from last year,” Rigdensaid.“We want to hit the field hardthat first game and come outstrong - then we’ll just take itfrom there.“It’s going to be great to haveCoober Pedy in the competi-tion. Having a real unknown inthe league could mean somesurprises for the local teams -it’s going to be great for thespectators as well as the teamsthemselves.”Rigden said the on-field enthu-siasm had been buoyed by afeeling of confidence in theHornidge committee this year.“Everyone seems a bit keener,a bit more positive this year,”he said.“We’ve got a strong committeebehind us and now we’ve justgot to get out there and play ourbest.”

MINERS COACH...PaulClark, 39.

ROXBY DOWNS...Paul Clarkwill walk out onto the field ascoach of the Miners for the firsttime in 2005.However, Clark has been a fa-miliar wearer of the red andwhite since 1999.Clark is calling on his team to“put in that extra 10 or 20 percent” this year in the hopes ofpulling in the premiership thatslipped through their fingers in2004.“It’s been demoralising to knowwe had the talent out their onthe field last year but to comehome empty-handed,” he said.“To be that close and not get itreally hurt the club but we’vegot a lot of talent and a lot ofcommittee support and we’rehungry for it this year.“We’ve been around the markfor five years or so and it’s timeto give that little bit extra.”Clark comes to the positionwith several years of experi-ence coaching both junior andsenior sides in Wallaroo.“I just love the footy life - thecomeraderie and watching theyoung kids improve in theirgame,” Clark said. “The Min-ers are a real family-orientedclub and that support shows onthe field.“This year, we’re calling on theteam, the supporters and thespectators just to give that littlebit more.”

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ON AUCTION…Andamooka RoosTravis Prycroft, and JayPerkins, pulled theirnew sponsors out ofthe bucket with thehelp of club committeemembers JanineWilliams and StephenCox last week.Sponsors pay $50 eachfor the privilege ofseeing their name ontheir player’s shorts.The top 10 Roosplayers for the year willwin their sponsors avariety of prizes.Penny, Tammy andElaine Fawkes willsponsor TravisPrycroft, while JayPerkins will besponsored by Tarra andCorrina Cox.

FOR SALE...TheOlympic Dam Devilscommittee, includingLindy Clarke, is callingon club supporters toput their money wheretheir heart is andpurchase players likeTodd Martin and TonyRichter at the club’supcoming playersauctions. Bidders will‘buy’ a team of twonetballers and twofootballers. However,auction-goers will havethe chance for apreview of the playersas the auction willfollow the first round offootball this weekend,on April 30.

FOOTBALL...It’s not unusual for local football supportersto donate their time and expertise to their favourite sport -but when it comes to cold, hard cash, how much is your teamworth?That’s the question Olympic Dam Devils supporters willanswer on Saturday, April 30, when Devils footballers andnetballers go on sale.Club supporters will be invited to bid for a team of two Dev-ils netballers and two footballers.The combined team’s top efforts will win their backers a cashreturn at the end of the season.The auction will be held at the Olympic Dam Football Clubrooms on Olympic Way, with auctioning starting at 7pm.Andamooka Roos have also put a cash value on their players- or at least on their players’ backsides.Roos supporters last week enjoyed a ‘meet the coach’ cel-ebration at the Roxby Downs Tavern.At the event, local businesses and club-members payed $50to see their name on their player’s shorts.The ‘shorts sale’ was introduced in season 2004 as a fun,morale-booster and fundraiser for the club and has contin-ued to be popular with supporters this year.Roxby Districts Football Club will host its 2005 guernseypresenation this week, on Saturday, April 30, at 6.30pm atthe Roxby Downs Golf Club.Existing players, members, sponsors and supporters are in-vited to attend the event, where the club’s new captain willbe officially announced.Meet the captains of the five W&DFL teams in The Monitorin our next issue - May 12, 2005 - following the first leaguegame this weekend, Saturday, April 20, or turn to Page 27for our introduction of this season’s coaches.

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