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Produced by the Kulin Community Resource Centre: Business Hours: Mon to Fri 9.00am - 4.30pm

Phone: 08 9880 1021 Fax : 08 9880 1061 Email: kulin@crc.net.au

6th February 2014

Kulin gears up for A Novel Event Late last year, mysterious beautifully wrapped packages began to arrive in the mailboxes of women in Kulin and

further afield.

The packages contained three books by well known Western Australian writers and were the forerunner to a unique

evening on March 1st in Kulin where women will attend an elegant event to discuss the books over a three course

meal.

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Photo credit: Kristy Ellis

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THANK YOU

A very big thank you to everyone who

has contributed to this edition of the

Weekly Update:

Marie Martin

Gen Whisson

Tanya Dupagne

Jane Ardagh

Shire Staff

Sporting Clubs –Tennis & Cricket

Community Groups-AOOB’s

* Please keep sending in your information and stories. We love Reading them and so does our

community

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Editorial

As of the 1st of March we will be transitioning from a weekly edition to a fortnightly edition of the Kulin

Weekly Update and will shorten our name to The Kulin Update. During winter sports all sports clubs should

send in their notes as usual each week and a special sports update will be sent out on the weeks the Kulin

Update is not being run. The sports edition will contain no advertising, articles or other content, it will be in

simple newsletter form and can be collected from the CRC ONLY for hard copies, and will be emailed to the

same distribution list as the Kulin Update. The fortnightly Kulin Update will continue to be available from

IGA, via email and from the CRC

Once again I would like to invite all community groups, sporting clubs and businesses to send in there

schedule of events for our Kulin Community Calender. I know there is a lot happening in town but with out

the actual facts, dates and times it is extremely hard for me to collate into the calendar. Please , please if

you are the president, secretary or committee member of a group or club please let me know your schedule

of events, sessions, training, AGM’s, committee meetings and social functions. Kulin is buzzing town with

lots going on and this needs to be represented in our community calendar.

On page 4 you will read about some of the new items we are stocking at the CRC. Please come along and

have a look at the great new display we have. In stock will be photos, books, clothing and jewellery to

name a few. If you would like to have your products on sale at the CRC please contact Marie Martin

on9880 1021

Please RSVP to the WBN sun downer ASAP if you intend to come for catering purposes. If you are a local

business or business person then this event will be a great way to network and find out more about the

WBN and how they can support you. Plus there will be drinks and nibbles. RSVP direct to Marie at the CRC

The CRC would like to invite community members to express their views in our ‘letters to the editor’

section. However please note; will not print articles letters or advertisements which appear to be

defamatory, accusatory or offensive letters or letters which favour one side in a legal dispute.

Marie Martin

Shire of Kulin - Ordinary Council Meeting Dates for 2014

February - Tuesday 18 February 1:00pm March - Tuesday 18 March 9:00am

April - Wednesday 16 April 1:00pm May - Wednesday 21 May 3:00pm June - Wednesday 18 June 1:00pm July - Wednesday 16 July 1:00pm

August - Wednesday 20 August 1:00pm September - Wednesday 17 September 1:00pm

October - Wednesday 15 October 1:00pm November - Wednesday 19 November 3:00pm December - Wednesday 17 December 1:00pm

Wanted

Old or unwanted paperback books to be used for a craft activity. Please drop them off at the Community Resource Centre before 7 February 2014. BOOK

Thanks in advance! Love the Novel Event 2014 Committee x

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Absolutely Uniquely Kulin

The CRC now provides a space for local talents to vend their wares. The opportunity has now been created for Ku-

linites to proudly support local talents, spread the word, share your money and support to all our local businesses and

producers, including here at the CRC. The CRC is becoming a champion for “Think Local, Shop Local”. Of course we will

still offer internet, Centrelink, and printing but now we also seek to provide a hub and hive of creative, inspiration,

technology and connectivity for all community members to access. There is a wealth of skill and knowledge “bursting

at the seams” in Kulin. We literarily have all the world can offer at our fingertips.

We will be stocking a range of high-end mixed-media pieces from Erin Bailey, eBEE Creations. If you are looking for a

gift that is uniquely Kulin then you are to look no further that the Kulin CRC. Erin’s pieces are whimsical, graceful and

delicate with a matrix of Kulin rock displayed in two of her pieces. Erin’s imagination knows no bounds and you are

assured that every piece is one-of-a-kind.

Additionally, Tam Davies is displaying a set of photographs for sale which capture the quirkiness, originality and su-

preme beauty of the Kulin landscape. Tams photos arrest the charm of Kulin into a moment that can be admired for an

infinity. For locals who adore this great Shire these still “moments in time” would be the perfect contemporary addi-

tion to your home or a thoughtful gift for a friend or relative to relish.

If you like reading fiction and like your books racy, saucy, thrilling and a bit naughty then look no further than the CRC.

We are now stocking a Kaye Edwards thriller trilogy which include what all good thrillers should; sex, murder and sus-

pense, not for the faint hearted. Kay also has a collection of Poetry and children's books which can be purchased here

and via EBooks and is currently writing a romance novel loosely based on her life as a young women growing up in

country WA.

But wait there is more……

Rynelle Smoker has delivered her delightful range of newborn to toddler clothing. Rynelle has succeeded in creating

both classic and edgy flairs to each of her products. Yet again Kulin has shaped a local talent who has succeeded in

making one-of-a-kind pieces for community and tourist consumers. The craftsmanship of each piece is bound with love

and diligence, with each stitch you can see and feel Rynelle’s dedication and passion to present items of kid-

sophistication and quality. This clothing range would make any parent proud to show off their little tot or totette.

And, finally, if you have an idea, please share with us. If you have a product you would like to sell, please ask us. If you

have a skill you would like to teach others, please let us promote you. If you like to shop please come and buy from us!

Marie Martin

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Seniors Mobile /Smart Phone Skills Session—April Sat 12th 11.30am to 1.30pm $10

This workshop will give attendees a better understanding of the capabilities of their phone, its functions and useful applications that can be used in everyday situations, as well as how to download apps for fun and leisure, texting, taking photos and call options . Please email or call the CRC to register your interest. Limited numbers are available for this workshop with a maximum of 4 in each session. Please specify phone type before day of the session

Seniors Computer Skills-April Sat 12th -April Sat 12th 2pm to 4pm $10

Never used a computer before? Feel like a computer is written in a different language? Come a learn the basics. This Class will provide an introduction to using the mouse and keyboard, working with windows and an overview of computer technology. Please email or call the CRC to register your interest.

The World Online -Sat 8th March 9am to 11am $10

This course will include online shopping, weather, recipes, banking.. What to look out for and how to do it safely.

Photography Workshop—Date Changed to Saturday the 15th of March 9am to 4pm. Cost $50 per person due 1/03/14

The importance of learning the basics of art & design (colour, line, repetition, composition, etc) How to frame and compose good photos Working with what you’ve got (that is, tips for getting by on minimal equipment) Working with your inbuilt flash How to improve your photography in the long term (that doesn’t involve spending more money on equipment or classes) Avoiding the pitfalls of digital cameras and editing software Working with people/portraits How to interact with subjects (hints for making people more comfy when they’re facing a lens) How to stage/stand people and groups CHAINSAW OPERATOR SAFETY TRAINING - Will now be held in May. Please contact the CRC for more details or to register your interest.

*Payments due for all courses no later than 7 days before the start date of the course

THE CRC NOW STOCKS BROCHURES ON EDUCATION AND TRAINING, JOB OPURTUNITIES IN WA, GOVERNMENT SERVICES, CRISIS CARE AND HEALTH AND WELL BEING INFORMATION.

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CALL IN A PICK UP A BROCHURE

Workshop Calendar 2014….

CV, Resume and Selection Criteria– Tuesday 28th of

January. FREE! Donna George will be giving free one-on

-one career guidance and support with CV and

Resume. email: dgeorge@directionswa.com.au Please

contact Donna direct.

Excel 1 Day Workshop—Monday February the 10th

Cost $50 We need 3 more people to fill this event

Time: 9am to 5pm

A light lunch will be provided. As we have limited computers available at the CRC and this workshop is already proving popular it would be greatly appreciated if you have your own laptop with excel 2010 or later installed to bring your own machine. Let Marie at the CRC know if you can bring your own laptop with Microsoft Office 2010.

Please email or call the CRC to register your interest.

MYOB 1 Day Workshop—March Fees TBA

This workshop will be run by the Small Business Centre, Eastern Wheatbelt for a minimal fee, price to be advised. MYOB covers accounting, Payroll, retail point of sale, CRM, job management, professional tax solutions, websites and more. For this workshop to run we need a minimum of 6 people. Please email or call the CRC to register your interest.

Debt Management & Terms of Trade—April Fees TBA

Having clear Terms of Trade will ensure the smooth running of your business. Make sure your money is in your account. Establish a clear relationship with your clients. Collect debts in a simple straightforward and effective manner. Please email or call the CRC to register your interest.

Tax Planning for small business and Farming—May

This workshop will be run by the Small Business

Centre, Eastern Wheatbelt for a minimal cost of

around $30 per person. Please register your interest.

For this workshop to run we need a minimum of 6

people. Please email or call the CRC to register your

interest.

iPad Skills Session—April Sat 12th 9am to 11 am $10

This workshop will give attendees a better understanding of the capabilities of their iPad, its functions and useful applications that can be used in everyday situations, as well as apps for fun and leisure. Please email or call the CRC to register your interest. Limited numbers are available for this workshop.

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Kulin gears up for A Novel Event

With less than a month to go, and all the tickets sold out, the four volunteers behind the aptly-named ‘A Novel Event’

are gearing up to host 200 women from across regional Western Australia for an evening of laughs and literature.

Nicole Thompson, Deirdre Carroll, Janine Noble and Gen Whisson formed a committee in early 2013 with the aim to

bring a new and vibrant event to the town.

The concept began in March 2013, following a visit to the Dumbleyung ‘Diamonds in the Dust’ evening. It was an

inspiring event and got the ladies thinking about what they could do in their own town.

At the same time, the community was dealing with difficult seasonal conditions so a driving factor was bringing

about an event to look forward to which allowed women to connect in a special atmosphere.

They wanted to create a unique event for the local women of Kulin but it was also an opportunity to showcase their

town to others.

When they struck on the ‘novel’ concept, they decided to aim high - a glamorous evening for up to 200 women.

In a town which hosts the iconic Tin Horse Highway tourist attraction and the annual Kulin Bush Races, they had no

shortage of role models.

“Kulin is a town where people do just volunteer, get things done and the end results are fantastic - just look at the

bush races,” Janine said.

Their enthusiasm and drive was rewarded, with the authors and sponsors keen to come on board, along with

renowned Australian comedian Corrine Grant who will travel from Melbourne to host the event.

For the past few weeks, ticket holders have been busily reading their books which will form part of the evening’s

focus. The books include Fiona Palmer’s The Outback Heart, travel writer Stephen Scourfield’s As the River Runs and

the debut novel of Stephen Daisley, winner of the Prime Minister’s Literary Award for Fiction in 2011, Traitor.

The authors will attend in person on the evening to discuss their work in an interactive, fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Gen said they had been overwhelmed with the generous support from sponsors and the authors.

“The feedback we’ve had from the authors is that they love community, grass roots events where they can talk to

people about their books and see the impact that many months of writing, often by themselves in a room on a

computer, has on people,” she said.

“In the case of Stephen Daisley, he knew Fiona lived in the area (Pingaring) and was keen to see where she was

from.”

The interest and demand for tickets was overwhelming, with most of the tickets sold within a couple of days of them

going on sale.

“You don’t have to belong to a book club to take part. Our aim is to get people together, get them talking and offer

them a vibrant and fun night out,” Gen said.

For Deirdre, it’s also a great way for women to build on connections with people they might see every day in town

and also with people from surrounding areas, something the four women took from the Dumbleyung event.

In the next few weeks, the four ladies will be making sure all the finishing touches for the event are organised. The

committee are very excited about putting on a lovely event for women in the community and one with a ‘woman’s’

touch – of course.

“We are so excited to welcome people to the event,” Nicole said. “Three beautifully wrapped books were just the

beginning and now the fun will follow. An evening where women can get together, have a laugh, a wine and talk

about the books which they have read over the past few months. Just like a giant book club but without having to

clean up afterwards!”

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**ORDERS WELCOME**

Come in and try our range of

sauces and marinades. Bulk

packs available.

Opening Times

Monday to Friday

8am-5pm

Email kulingourmetmeats@gmail.com

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Get on Board for the Ultimate Regional Road Trip

Roe Tourism Association has harnessed the energy and vision of a group of volunteers to create a three minute film of our region. ‘Rock Out on the Pathways to Wave Rock’ will sell to the world what we already know – that our region has so many unique visitor experiences for people of all ages.

Historically, promotion strategies for the region have been conservative and in an effort to do something very different to promote the region, Roe Tourism decided to think outside the box. The result is a promotional film like nothing else that has ever been produced for regional WA destination marketing before.

The bold, modern, and energetic film centres around four friends who take a road trip along the ‘Pathways to Wave Rock’ drive trail. As they travel the region in their bright green Kombi, they can’t help but get caught up in the vibrancy and adventure of the place and meet a range other visitors and locals having a ‘blast’ across the region’s landscape and key attractions. This is all tied together using dance – the universal language and symbolism of fun!

‘Rock Out on the Pathways to Wave Rock’ aims to increase visitation to the region and generate wide spread promotion. Being such a unique concept, it is anticipated that it will generate a variety of media exposure and interest, not only for the region as a visitor destination but for the film itself.

The end result may be three minutes, however the logistics are enormous. Twelve months in the making; 8 twelve hour days of filming across the seven Roe Tourism Shires (Bruce Rock, Corrigin, Kondinin, Kulin, Lake Grace, Narembeen and Quairading), 4000 kilometres travelled and 115 people (all volunteers) and one dog starring in the film. The technical aspects of filming and editing were taken care of by Perth based film company Black Cyclone in partnership with Roe Tourism. The song used in the film is ‘Rocket Ship by well-known Fremantle band San Cisco. It is a key element and success factor for the film - Fun, funky, vibrant and uniquely West Australian.

Roe Tourism will be launching the ground breaking promotional film at 6:30pm on Saturday 15th February at the new Kulin Town Centre Park. Once launched, the film will be promoted and shared online through social media until the end of July 2014.

The film has been made possible through the generous support and sponsorship of Tourism WA, Australia’s Golden Outback, Roe Tourism, the seven Roe Tourism Shires featured, San Cisco, Lake Grace Saltbush Inn, Wave Rock Hotel/Motel, Walkers Hill Vineyard, Michael Hardy’s Kombi and all the volunteers who starred in it.

The Premiere evening will be a great opportunity to celebrate the amazing experiences the region offers.

For more information about the Film Premiere, contact Gen Whisson at the Shire of Kulin on 08 9880 1204.

Gen Whisson

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Hair Studio

I hope everyone had a lovely holiday over the

Christmas and School Holiday Break!!

There will be a couple of days in February where I'll

be away and some days leaving earlier due to

outside commitments.

7th of Feb- leaving work at 3pm

CLOSED 13th and 14th of Feb- returning to work

on the 18th

Tuesday- By Appointment

Wednesdays- 9am-530pm

Thursdays- 10am-8pm

Friday- By Appointment

51 Johnston Street, Kulin—M: 0455 177 608

Looking forward to welcoming you all back to the

salon

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CONTACT B. TYLEY

0419 181 786

Kondinin-Kulin Cricket Club.

Results Round8 vs Nukarni in Merriden

Nukarni won the toss and elected to bat

Nukarni 7/215, D Gardner 79, J Collard 63,

T Bennier 10over, 3/34, J Biglin 10overs,

2/33, Kondinin Kulin 9/116, J Biglin 54,A de

Gruchy 24

Next Game- Babakin-Corrigin in Kulin

Thankyou to all our sponsors BUNGE,

Kondinin Hotel, Kondinin Tyre and Battery

and Illich Hardware and Rural, T&R Homes

February 31st Jan Kyle Gleeson

1st Feb Hayden Williams

Shylah Young

2nd Carlinea Savage,

Alurrah Bull

5th Brearna Phillips

6th Mary Ritchie

7th Alysha Sloggett

8th Cameron King, Jamie Spencer

11th Len Hobson, Eden Dearlove

12th Zina Poleth

18th Michelle Tyson

20th Donald Bradford

25th Graham Cook

27th Shayley Rennie, Tim Bradford

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2nd March 2014 is ‘Live & Loud’ in the Wheatbelt’

Presented by the Shire of Kulin & Camp Kulin, the inaugural free event will feature both local and Perth based artists and it will be an outdoor event like no other.

Situated in the centre of Kulin it promises to be a fantastic celebration of our youth for youth and those young at heart!

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Going on holidays?

Get rid of spiders and pests while your away!

Phone Craig on 0429 801 152.

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2014 Dietetic clinics at Kulin Medical Centre

KULIN HEALTH CENTRE

CLINIC TIMES 9am—11am

MONDAY Clinic *Pathology

TUESDAY Clinic * DOCTOR 9:00—3.45 (Lunch 12:30—1:30) *Doctor may leave early if no appointments

WEDNESDAY Clinic *Pathology

THURSDAY Clinic

FRIDAY DOCTOR 9:00—1:45

*Pathology services (blood tests) are only available Monday and Wednesday.

Please attend Kondinin Hospital PH. 98941222 outside of these times.

DIAL 000 for emergencies

CHILD HEALTH CLINIC

Held every alternate Wednesday

Phone : 98801056—for appointments

New Hyden Medical Centre Contact Number 0456 875 495 Please DO NOT leave a message as this

phone is answered only on Thursdays. Messages are not returned

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West Australian Blind Cricket Club Plays in Kulin

Venetian Blind Cricket v AOOB’s

On the 15th of February at 12pm the AOOB’s will verse the Venetian Blind Cricket Club. Greg Tyley the President of

the Kulin AOOB’s would like to invite the community to come along and support this event and watch the inspiring

skills of the Venetians as they challenge our local players.

This game will be played with some interesting changes to the rules such as the ball being bowled under arm and

having to land half way up the pitch with a bounce so the bell in the ball can be heard by the batsman at the other

end. The Venetians have 3 players who are completely blind with the other 8 players have differing levels of visual

impairment.

Greg said the skill of the players is something that must be seen to be believed and encouraged people to get down

a support the event with a gold coin donation. If you cant make it to the game then feel free to come along after

the game and have a drink with the teams at the Kulin Hotel. A big thanks to Megan and the Kulin Hotel for

donating the accommodation for the Venetians while they are in town.

If you think you would like to be on the Kulin challenging team, Greg would love to hear

from you or if you would like to find out more about the event please contact Greg

directly.

Greg Tyley

President Kulin AOOB’s

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February March

7th Pizza night at the Pub 1st A Novel Event

8th Kulin Kondinin Cricket 12:30pm 2nd Live and Loud

9th Catholic Church service 10.30 4th Yogalates 12:30pm

Anglican Church Service 8.30 6th Indoor Hockey

Bowls - Championship fours 9am 11th Yogalates

11TH CV, Resume and Selection Criteria 13th Indoor Hockey GRAND FINAL

14th Pizza night at the Pub 18th Yogalates

13th Indoor Hockey 6.30pm, Pingo 1pm 19th Asbestos Awareness Seminar

14th Shire Social Club Function 7:30pm 22nd Tin Horse Highway Community Bike & Hike

15TH “Rock Out” Premier 29th Mates 500/Red Backs Basketball Clinic

Blind Cricket Match

Pennant Bowls VS Lake Grace

16th Catholic Church service 8am

Bowls - Championship Singles 10am April

18th Council Meeting 1pm 24th-28th Blazing Swan—Inception

20th Artificial Insemination seminar 2:30pm

Indoor Hockey week 2 6:30pm

21st Physio Podiatrist

Pizza night at the Pub

Tennis camp starts 4pm

23rd Catholic Church service 1030

Anglican Church Service 8.30

26th WBN Sun Downer

*The Wool Shed—Burgers and takeaways open daily 9am-8pm

*The Kulin Hardware Café—Coffee, cakes, sandwiches and more Mon-Fri 8am-4.30pm

Congratulations to Micheal Martin who recently graduated

from ECU with a Bachelor of Arts and double major in

Psychology and Criminology and Justice.

Mike would like to thank his lovely wife

and three daughters who were a constant

inspiration and support to him during his

studies over the last five years.

THANK YOU!

The Families of Tom Pottoff wish to thank

friends and family for their comfort and

support in the passing of Tom, Husband

Father and Grand father.

Is this your wedding photo or do you know who it

belongs to? We have the original here waiting to be

picked up. Call in to pick up or contact Marie at the

CRC 9880 1021