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Thursday 29 January 2015
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COOBER PEDY KICK-STARTS THE
YEAR WITH AUSTRALIA DAY
Australia Day has marked the beginning of activities for 2015 in Coober Pedy. The day kicked off
with a Lion’s Club BBQ at 8.30 and finished at
around 11 O’Çlock .
Mayor Stephen Staines was the MC for the day and
presented local resident and long time nurse Trish Turner
with the Coober Pedy’s Citizen of the Year Award.
Many in the crowd cheered when Trish was named..
Favourite identity Maggie Beer attended as our Australia
Day Ambassador and gave an inspiring address.
The event was held once again at the Old Timers Mine
in Crowders Gully Road with a few hundred people
turning out on a pleasant day with a top temperature of
31C.
This year there was no citizenship ceremony, however
Mayor Staines invited the crowd to reaffirm the
citizenship pledge. Most of the crowd participated in
reaffirming the pledge.
The Elders and residents from Umoona Aged Care were
in attendance as were the Emergency Services including
CFS, Mine Rescue/SES and the SA Ambulance.
The Historical Society and had a number of displays
that related to the imminent launch of Coober Pedy’s
Centenary year. More photos and information inside.
Congratulating Trish Turner on her Citizenship Award are Deputy Mayor Michelle Provatidis, Australia Day
Ambassador Maggie Beer and Mayor Stephen Staines, with Trish Turner in front holding her award
THIEVES SET FIRE TO DUGOUT AFTER
STEALING VALUABLE FURNITURE
During the new year period, local
resident Lajka Gojic left his dugout
in Potch Gully to attend a friend’s
funeral in Adelaide.
While he was away, theives entered his
property and stole valuable possessions.
“Lajka told the Coober Pedy Regional
Times that while he was in Adelaide he
heard that Coober Pedy would
experience some heavy rain, so he rang
a friend and asked him to check the house
on Saturday 10th January, prior to the
expected rain.
The friend called him and said, “I can’t
believe what I have found, you had better
come back here.”
Members of the community supporting Lajka after returning to his
damaged home George Naumovic, Boro Rapaic, Bundi Pantelis,
Lajka Gojic and Chris Pantelis
“People had broken into my dugout and
taken antiques, some opal and some
alcohol was taken. They made fires
inside the rooms. We have lost a lifetime
of memories. Where to from here?” said
Lajka
“As yet we do not know what the value
of our loss is. We do know that we
weren’t insured.”
“We will have to rebuild our lives,” he
said.
On the same day Saturday 10th January
Police attended Mr Gojic’s dugout in
Potch Gully that had been broken into
over the New Year period where they
established that property was stolen.
The Police said, “The dugout and affects
sustained substantial damage as a result
of a fire that had been lit inside.”
Crime Scene examiners attended along
with the local detective. Investigations
are currently being conducted.
Anyone who has information please don’t
hesitate to contact Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 00 or ring Coober Pedy Police
on 86725056. More photos inside.
SERVING THE OPAL CAPITAL OF THE WORLD SINCE 1982
7 DAYS WEATHER
Coober Pedy Oodnadatta Tarcoola Andamooka
Editor - Margaret Mackay
PO Box 275 Coober Pedy SA 5723
Ph: (08) 8672 5920
an underground town, built
on the back of opal mining
Coober Pedy is Australia’s real ‘Down
Under’, famous for its fabulous opals and bizarre
subterranean homes. For generations, miners
have dug into the white and orange rock to extract
the valuable, sparkling stone. The tunnels and
chambers were converted into undergrounds
homes in order to escape from the desert heat.
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Opal miners at work in Coober Pedy
See the spacious UNDERGROUND
SERBIAN CHURCH with it’s magnificent
stained glass windows and carvings.
Visitors can stay overnight and
experience underground life as the locals do!
Enjoy LAWN BOWLS, TENNIS and
TABLE TENNIS in the friendly atmosphere
of the United Club Sporting Centre.
Spend a day on the most challenging
GOLF COURSE in the world.
During Easter Coober Pedy holds its
annual OPAL FESTIVAL & GEM TRADE
SHOW
Arrive at COOBER PEDY on the
famous GHAN TRAIN
Visit the OPAL FIELDS - you’ll
believe you’re on Mars. Join tours to local
mines to see how they work and get the
chance to noodle (fossick) for your own opal
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including the PAINTED DESERT, the
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Coober Pedy Regional Times
Thursday 29 January 2015
by Margaret Mackay
BUSINESS OWNERS FIGHT TO KEEP
LIQUOR RESTRICTIONS IN PLACE
Ä few days before Christmas, (Saturday 20th
December), a number of traders from the Hutchison
Street business community in Coober Pedy
collected signatures for a petition that would be
presented to the Liquor Commissioner
Dini Soulio.
The petition (below) was subsequently signed by 43 local
businesses and presented to council
To:
MAYOR AND COUNCILLORS
DISTRICT COUNCIL OF COOBER PEDY
The Petition of certain citizens of the District Council of
Coober Pedy draws to the attention of the Council that
the South Australian Government is currently undertaking
a review of the takeaway liquor laws as they relate to
Coober Pedy.
Since the implementation of the current liquor laws we
believe that our homes our safer, our businesses are safer
and our community has a much greater sense of wellbeing.
There has been a dramatic reduction of the litter on the
streets. There has been a dramatic reduction in public
drunkenness and associated anti-social behaviour. There
has been a dramatic reduction in violence.
We feel as though our streets and our community has
become much safer since the introduction of the current
restrictions on takeaways alcohol was introduced.
The following Petitioners therefore request that the Council
do everything possible within its power to ensure that the
current takeaway liquor restrictions remain in place.
The above petition was drawn up in response to the Liquor
Commissioners request for community feedback. Other
suggestions that two litre cask wine may be re-introduced
back into the Coober Pedy Community to help lift liquor
sales for the liquor industry has sparked a renewed vigilance
of how the liquor laws are operating and
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Long term business owners Stella and George Boussios sign the petition with Opal Beetle owner
Michelle Provatidis
According to the Liquor Commissioner, feedback received
about the impact of the restrictions on the community
and Coober Pedy has been very positive. “Feedback has
also been received about reductions in police and
ambulance tasking’s associated with alcohol, which is
pleasing, ” said the Liquor Commissioner Mr. Dini Soulio.
At the 20 January Coober Pedy Council meeting it was
resolved “That Council send the petition to the Liquor
Licencing Commissioner with an accompanying letter
written by the Mayor.
Business owner George Boussios (pictured) said, “I'm
happy to support the current alcohol policy and hope the
review will keep it as is.”
“The restrictions have made a huge difference to the town;
it seems like everyone has got their strength and purpose
back,” said Mr. Boussios.
Further, that the Mayor send the petition and
accompanying letter to the Coober Pedy Retail Business
& Tourism Association Inc seeking a letter of support to
continue with the existing Liquor Restrictions.”
Outcomes of the review are expected in February.
Mayor Stephen Staines decided to personally deliver the
petition to Mr Soulio. "I hadn't actually met the
commissioner to date so I figured that delivering the petition
to Mr Soulio personally reinforced Council's commitment
to standing alongside the
businesses of Coober Pedy
and the broader community
in support of the current
takeaway liquor laws,"
explained Mayor Staines.
Deputy Mayor, Cr Michelle
Provatidis accompanied the
Mayor to the meeting with
the Commissioner.
Local business owner Michelle Provatidis said, “We have
been hearing suggestions that cask wine might be reintroduced back into our community simply to lift liquor
industry profits. I believe that those suffering from and
potential sufferers of diabetes will be the beneficiaries if
cask wine isn’t made available to people from prescribed
lands who may be travelling away from their dry areas
“If low priced addictive substances, loaded with sugar
are not being pumped into our communities, then surely
the burden of cost on the taxpayer in treating this
debilitating disease will be substantially less; and instead
of sitting around getting sick, people might begin to have
productive and longer lives! said Ms Provatidis”
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When asked what he thinks
the likely outcome of the
review will be, Mayor
Staines replied:
Mayor Steve Staines and Deputy Mayor Michelle Provatidis met with
Mr. Dini Soulio on Thursday 29 January in Adelaide and hand delivered
the Petition signed by the Coober Pedy business owners
"I'm confident that the
Commissioner and our
community are on the same
page."
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The Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) welcomes the decision of Elizabeth
Magistrates Court in imposing a $100,000 fine for
repeated serious mass breaches this week.
The court heard Hamley Bridge- based MSR Transport
Operations Pty Ltd repeatedly overloaded a B-double heavy
vehicle carrying grain during the 2011/2012 harvest
season.
The vehicle was used to carry grain from farms to a
receiving facility at Bowmans, approximately 120kms
north of Adelaide.
Accreditation permitting the truck to carry heavy loads
was revoked in November 2011, restricting its allowed
mass to 42.5 tonnes. DPTI compliance officers conducted
an audit of records through the grain receiver showing
MSR Transport Operations Pty Ltd continued to overload
the B-double up to 62.5 tonnes after their mass
management accreditation was revoked for failing to fully
comply with an accreditation audit.
The company was charged with 18 counts of severe risk
breaches of mass and DPTI was successful in the
protracted prosecution that followed.
MSR Transport Operations Pty Ltd has 21 days to appeal
the court decision.
DPTI’s Paul Gelston, Acting General Manager Operational
Services, said the breaches were not minor, but significant
and repeated.
“The accreditation initially allowing heavy loads provides
for operation in controlled circumstances. We work very
closely with industry, particularly around grain harvesting
and to have an operator working outside safe conditions
places everyone on the road at risk.
“We welcome the decision by the Courts and urge all
heavy vehicle operators to do the right thing, and most
do, Mr Gelston said. “For those who don’t – they are
lucky if the consequences of their actions are only
financial”.
Coober Pedy Police News
On 10th December 2014, police informally cautioned a Coober Pedy youth for marking graffiti on
the walls of a local business. Police and his
parents supervised the youth to clean the graffiti
from the wall as part of his caution obligations.
On 13th December 2014 Police reporteda 28 year old
male from Coober Pedyfor misuse of motor vehicle. The
male did a burn out in front of Police and was unable to
maintain control of the vehicle. He was further reported
for driving with the prescribed content of alcohol. He had
an alleged Blood Alcohol Concentration of 0.178.
On 29thDecember 2014 Police arrested a27 year oldmale
from Coober Pedyfor disorderly behaviour; he was lying
in the middle of the Stuart Highway, in order to disrupt
the Greyhound bus.
On Monday 5th January 2015 Police stopped a vehicle on
the Stuart Highway, travelling at 158 kilometres per hour,
48 kilometres over the speed limit. The driver, a 26 year
old male, was issued with an on the spot fine for $1012
and an instantly lost his licence for 6 months.
Over the Christmas and New Year period Coober Pedy
police reported 8 drink drivers, with blood alcohol readings
ranging from 0.081 to 0.178. The highest reading was
over three times of the legal limit. The majority of drivers
detected reside locally.In light of all the publicity about
road safety, local police are disappointed that a small
number of recidivist drink drivers still risk their lives and
the lives of other road users through drink driving. Road
Safety is a continuous focus for local police and drink
drivers get “court”. All drink drivers will be appearing in
court at a later date.
The driver was issued a fine by Police for failing to maintain
vehicle standards. He will be further penalised by the
Council in relation to the damaged to the power lines.
If anyone has any information of criminal matters in and
around Coober Pedy please don’t hesitate to contact CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000 or ring the Coober Pedy Police
on 86725056.
Police wish to remind the public that permits are required
to move large machinery, including permission from the
Coober Pedy Council within the town area.
What can you do to help reduce the road toll?
Road safety is in the hands of every road user - it is
Sadly, there were 107 deaths on South Australian everyone’s responsibility. The decisions you make to
roads in 2014 and 68.2 per cent of those occurred do the right thing including sticking to the speed limit,
in rural areas. This is five per cent higher than the wearing a seatbelt, avoiding distractions such as mobile
five year average, which saw 63.2 per cent of deaths phones and making sure you rest at least every two
occur in rural SA.
hours, all make a difference to your safety.
The Motor Accident Commission is concerned about
the number of fatalities in regional areas. While there is
a downward trend over the longer term, there are still
too many deaths on our roads.
Probably the most dangerous thing many of us will ever
do is to drive. It’s easy to be complacent about this.
Many of us have never had a serious crash, however
this does not mean it will not happen.
Historically, there have always been more fatalities
recorded in rural SA than Adelaide. If drivers and riders
make a mistake on country roads, the consequences
can be more severe.
The fact is, one small mistake on a road you have
travelled many times before, or a poor decision to flout
the road rules, can lead to a fatality or serious lifelong
injury and pain. The consequences for you and your
family include the social and emotional impacts, and
the financial costs of your role in a crash.
Last year 51 per cent of the fatal crashes in rural areas
involved a single vehicle and 24 per cent involved the
At this time of year when many of us are looking
vehicles colliding head on.
forward to a fresh start, please remember the part you
play in not only your personal road safety, but the safety
The higher speeds travelled, longer distances to cover and future of other road users.
and roadside hazards all contribute to the crash risk.
Drink or drug driving, fatigue, distraction and the non- by: Michael Cornish, General Manager Road Safety,
wearing of seatbelts are major factors on country roads. Motor Accident Commission
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Police located and spoke to the driver. The vehicle was
inspected with numerous safety and maintenance issues
identified.
Police remind members of the public to call 131444 for
Police assistance or 000 in the case of emergency.
Road safety is in your hands
As we enter 2015, we also enter a new road toll year.
On Friday2ndJanuary 2015 Police were called to Post
Office Hill Road, Coober Pedy in relation to a report of a
heavy vehicle bringing down power lines. On arrival Police
located extensive damage to power lines caused by a large
piece of machinery. Power was cut off to the area for a
number of hours.
Coober Pedy Regional Times
Board Meetings
Members of the community are invited
to attend the 2015 meetings of the South
Australian Arid Lands Natural Resources
Management Board which are held in
Port Augusta on the following dates:
10 - 11 February
28 - 29 April
9 June
25 - 26 August
27 - 28 October
15 - 16 December
Meeting details are available from
the Natural Resources SA Arid Lands
on (08) 8648 5300 and are published
on the Board’s website
www.naturalresources.sa.gov.au/aridlands
Any changes to meeting dates or locations
will be readvertised in local papers.
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Thursday 29 January 2015
Innovative residents
promote Centenary
projects at Australia Day
With 2015 already here and the Centenary
launch on Sunday 1 February at the
Coober Pedy Golf Club, innovative
community members reached out to the
crowd on Australia Day to promote
Centenary projects locally.
Historical Society’s Jenny Davison and
other members were raising money
through the sale of their souvenirs and
products in stock that included Historical
Society mugs, the Discovery Booklets that
tells the story of the discovery of opal, and
centenary post cards.
Jenny told us that at the Centenary Launch
on Sunday 1 February there will be two new
publication available. The first one is
“Images of Coober Pedy 1915-2015” being
a pictorial history of Coober Pedy. The
second book is the “The Boy Who Found
Opal” by Sue Britt.
Book Launch: Childrens
Book Commemorates
Opal Discovery
Worthy of history curriculum says Librarian
On February 1st 1915 young Will Hutchison
made a discovery that led to the founding of
Coober Pedy and the worlds largest opal
fields. The story of Wills short life and the
hardships he faced on a desert trek with his
fathers gold prospecting party are told in a
new childrens book The Boy Who Found
Opal written by Coober Pedy resident Sue
Britt and illustrated by Bec Castelijn.
The book will be launched at the Coober Pedy
Centenary Afternoon Tea organised by the
Historical Society on behalf of the Centenary
Committee at the Coober Pedy Opal Fields
Golf Club on Sunday, February 1st 2015.
Sue based the story of The Boy Who Found
Opal on archival newspaper accounts and
excerpts from the journal kept by Wills father,
James Hutchison, expedition leader. The
collage illustrations were done by Bec
Castelijn, a university student from
Newcastle, NSW.
Coober Pedy Librarian Leanne Marjanovic
said, “When I read this book I thought what
a great book for the history curriculum. It
gives the historical events in a simple diary
format.”
Historical Society member Jenny Davison displayed a set of commemorative
towels embossed with the Historical Society and Centenary logos.
A “STORYTELLING TENT”
MADE OF CHILDREN’S ART
An inflatable “Storytelling Tent” in the
shape of a giant magpie will be created
from artwork made by the children of
the Coober Pedy Area School.
This exciting project will also celebrate
our Centenary and was highlighted on
Australia Day by community member
Monique Harding.
“The project is called “Songbird the
Magpie” and the artwork will be stitched
together with the assistance of
community groups and volunteers”, said
Monique.
“This giant magpie/storytelling tent will be
used at the Opal Festival and at many
community events in the future,” she said.
”Sue’s highly informative prose
complemented by Bec’s unique illustrative
style makes for a great souvenir for
visiting and local children alike. I’d
describe it as a timeless gift for the
“There is so much in the story that children children of Coober Pedy’s past, present
can identify with as the main historical figure and future,” Mayor Staines said.
is only 14 and does many of the things that
young of Coober Pedy do today.”
Included in The Boy Who Found Opal is
the letter written by Will to his mother
“I can sympathize as I have had a mouthful telling her of his discovery and asking her
of flies on picnics. Bec Castelijns illustrations to look after his hens until his return.
of these occurrences are all too true. I like
the no-nonsense illustrations that take you The original letter, written in pencil from
on the journey”, said Mrs Marjanovic.
the William Creek Hotel, was donated to
the Coober Pedy Historical Society by the
“The Boy Who Found Opal is a wonderful Hutchison Family. Also included is the
tribute to our community in our centenary mud-map used by James Hutchison to
year,” said Coober Pedy’s Mayor, Stephen navigate his way across the uncharted
desert.
Staines
“Country Arts SA and the Centenary
Committee have shown their gracious
support by donating grant monies. This will
allow award winning artists, Kalyna Micenko
and Bob Daly to facilitate workshops at both
the Coober Pedy Area School and at the
Coober Pedy Golf Club to help build this
amazing bird.”
“Organisations that are also keen to fund and
participate include Multicultural Forum,
Umoona Aged Care, and the District Council
of Coober Pedy.”
“It is envisaged that there will be involvement
from the Historical Society and other cultural
groups to contribute stories and songs that
can be performed inside the colourful Magpie
inflatable tent.”
Monique Harding at Australia Day with a model (right) of the storytelling
tent to be made of children’s art
Opal was proclaimed
Australia’s National
Gemstone by
Governor General
Bill Hayden on the
27th of July 1993.
Thursday 29 January 2015
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OZ MINERALS TO
MOVE HEAD OFFICE ARRIUM TO MOTHBALL
TO ADELAIDE
PECULIAR KNOB MINE
Premier Jay Weatherill today
welcomed the announcement
that major resources
company OZ Minerals will
relocate its corporate head
office to Adelaide.
OZ Minerals Chief Executive Andrew
Cole this morning announced the decision
to move the company’s head office from
Melbourne to Adelaide as part of its
quarterly report to shareholders.
The State Government has also announced
it is investing $10 million in a new
research partnership with OZ Minerals and
local universities which aims to improve
the quality of copper concentrates
produced in the State.
“The heart of OZ Minerals’ operations
have always been in South Australia and
it is great news the company has now
chosen to call Adelaide its home,” Mr
Weatherill said.
“The move makes sense as Oz Minerals’
two major copper assets, Prominent Hill
and Carrapateena are here in South
Australia.
“This sends a clear signal to other resource
and energy companies that South Australia
wants to be the nation’s resources hub
and we are prepared to invest in innovation
to grow business and create new jobs.”
Mr Weatherill also welcomed Oz Minerals’
$18 million commitment to the
partnership, which will include the
construction of a demonstration plant in
South Australia.
“The State Government is investing $10
million to partner with Oz Minerals and
local universities to develop new
technologies aimed at unlocking our
unique but deeply covered mineral
deposits,” he said.
“This will be of benefit to mining
companies both here in Australia and also
around the world.”
In November last year, the Government
released an economic priority aimed at
unlocking the full potential of South
Australia’s resources, energy and
renewable assets.
This included a target of attracting three
resources companies with a head office in
Adelaide OZ Minerals is the first company to move
to SA after this target was set.
Mineral Resources and Energy Minister
Tom Koutsantonis said a key factor in the
decision to relocate is an agreement between
the State Government and OZ Minerals to
work together to facilitate the development
of South Australian copper projects.
“Realising the full potential of our State’s
copper assets is a key economic imperative
for the State Government,” Mr
Koutsantonis said.
“The technical side of the partnership
includes the State Government investing
$10 million toward new research on
methods to upgrade the quality of copper
concentrates produced in the State.
“This will have benefits, not just for OZ
Minerals, but for resources companies
with interests in copper extraction,
reaffirming South Australia as a leader in
mining and energy innovation.
“OZ Minerals has also agreed to engage
with local universities to assist with its
research.
“We will also collaborate with OZ Minerals
to develop infrastructure in the State’s Far
North that could further improve the
economic case for proceeding with
Carrapateena.
“Both aspects of this collaboration between
Government and a major resource
company could assist in unlocking
significant value across South Australia’s
eastern Gawler Craton.”
For more information about the Premier’s
Economic
Priorities,
visit
economic.priorities.sa.gov.au.
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1 table spoon of wholemeal flour 2. Mix skim milk powder, wholemeal
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1 cup of skim milk powder
3. Drain the tuna and combine the
1 ½ cups of water
425g of tin tuna in spring water cheese and place in a pie dish.
4. Add the dry mix to the water and
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1 large egg
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380 contractors will be affected and 200 full-time
positions will be lost. Coober Pedy is not expected to
feel an impact
On 23 January 2015 Arrium Limited
announced that it is re-designing its South
Australian based Mining operation to
provide a sustainable, cash flow positive
business in a low iron ore price
environment.
The re-design is aimed at maximising cash
generation by ‘mothballing’ the company’s
higher cost Southern Iron mining operation
and optimising its lower cost Middleback
Ranges operation to deliver approximately
9Mtpa of iron ore for sale.
Arrium Mining has been in a growth phase
in recent years with export iron ore sales
currently tracking at its targeted rate of
~13Mtpa. It has a history of being a
significant contributor to the company’s
earnings and cash generation.
The re-design results from the substantial
fall in iron ore prices over the last half, as
well as increased uncertainty around the
timing and extent of any price recovery.
Iron ore prices are currently at five year
lows, and down ~45% on prices for the
prior financial year. The extent of this fall
has moved Arrium Mining to a position
where it
is absorbing cash, despite significant work
and achievements in reducing costs and
capital expenditure.
The re-design announced today will provide
a step change in the Mining business’ cash
costs and capital requirements. Cash costs
loaded onto ship2 are targeted to average
A$37/wmt in FY16 down 23% or ~A$11/
wmt from FY14. Total cash costs (CFR
China)3 are targeted to reduce by 20%,
from A$71/dmt4 in FY14 to an average of
A$57/dmt in FY16. The business has also
targeted ~A$200 million5 or a ~30%
reduction in its FY16 to FY19 capital
expenditure plan. This will position the
business to deliver positive operating cash
flows in a low price environment.
Arrium’s Chief Executive Officer and MD,
Mr Andrew Roberts said: “The business
is able to move to a lower cash cost
operation through its flexibility to alter
volumes, grade and costs. We are able to
‘mothball’ our Southern Iron operation and
optimise our lower cost Middleback
Ranges operation, including increasing the
utilisation of its supply chain to deliver
approximately 9Mtpa6 of high quality,
lower cost export iron ore for sale.
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“The re-design is scheduled for completion
by the end of June 2015, leaving Arrium
Mining well positioned for maximising
cash generation and returning cash to the
Arrium group in FY16.
Results update
Earnings
Underlying Earnings Before Interest, Tax,
Depreciation and Amortisation for the half
year ended 31 December 2014 is expected
to be between A$180 million and A$190
million.
Underlying Net Profit After Tax for the year
ending 30 June 2015 is expected to be
weighted to the second half, and less than
the prior financial year. Second half
earnings are expected to benefit from a lift
in Steel and Mining Consumables earnings
as well from cost reductions.
Restructuring costs
The company is currently in discussions
with its Southern Iron contractor base to
mitigate the extent of break fees and costs
related to the ‘mothballing’ of its Southern
Iron operation. Total costs are yet to be
finalised and are expected to be spread over
~2.5 years being the remaining term of the
Southern Iron agreements. A payback of
less than one year is targeted. It is expected
restructuring cash costs of ~A$70 million
will be incurred in FY15.
Asset Impairments
The company will be recording an asset
impairment charge of A$1,335 million7 in
its financial statements for the half year
ended 31 December 2014. This includes
an impairment of A$1,166 million in Arrium
Mining primarily related to the impact of
low iron ore prices and the mothballing of
Southern Iron, and A$130 million in Steel
and Recycling. The Steel and Recycling
impairment is mainly due to the impact of
a delayed recovery in SE Asian steel
margins on forecast future cash flows and
follows completion of the company’s
regular impairment testing process. The
asset impairments have no impact on cash
flow. Following the impairment charge the
company’s gearing ratio will be
approximately 32%.8
Divestments
Arrium also announced today that it is
progressing well with its divestment target
for this financial year of ~$100 million, with
asset sale proceeds to date of ~$60 million.
The company is continuing to look for
additional opportunities to exceed this
target.
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Thursday 29 January 2015
AUSTRALIA DAY VISITOR KEEPS
THE CONNECTIONS ALIVE
Jeff Thompson of Port Augusta travelled to
Coober Pedy for Australia Day and to visit the
town he has had a long affinity with, beginning
with his uncle who came to the opal fields to find
his fortune some decades ago.
During the 40’s Jeff’s Uncle Horace Thompson became
one of the many young men seeking their fortune on the
opal fields after the war. “According to members of
my family, Uncle Horace did quite well at opal mining”,
said Jeff.
Jeff was already connected to Coober Pedy by his Uncle
Horace, and over the years he developed a strong
connection to Kingoonya after years of working on
Yudnapinna Station 80km north west of Port Augusta.
“All of the staff who came to work at Yudnapinna were
mostly from the Kingoonya area,” said Jeff.
“Through my reading I discovered that Kingoonya was
in fact the gateway to the opal fields prior to the Stuart
Highway being built. Kingoonya was the nearest civilised
town. It had a pub, accommodation, and police cells
that were used to accommodate Coober Pedy folk when
the need arose. Mail deliveries and travelling was also
via Kingoonya in those early days,” said Jeff.
Jeff began visiting Coober Pedy regularly in the late
90s as a driver for Ceduna Rent-a-Car, delivering vehicles
to workers tasked with core sampling for some of the
mines like Prominent Hill.
Learning to
swim is an
important life
skill that
shouldn’t be
ignored
Every year Coober Pedy youngsters participate in
learn to swim programs to learn essential swimming
and water safety knowledge. These programs cannot
occur without qualified Teachers of Swimming and
Water Safety to teach these valuable life skills.
Deputy Mayor Michelle Provatidis and Mayor Stephen Staines speak with Jeff about his Coober Pedy
connections. One of the highlights of Jeff’s visit was witnessing Coober Pedy’s latest fire on Sunday night.
Jeff a regular reader of the Coober Pedy Regional Times
began delivering the CPRT in Port Augusta nearly two
years ago after taking over the run from Trevor Pennicott.
“Personally I looked forward to reading the series of street
stories by Sue Britt and often came across familiar names
that I had seen in the Kingoonya historical accounts.”
Prior to Trevor, the late Ross McArdle and his wife Ivy
delivered our newspaper to the Port Augusta population.
“Our readership still sits on around 600 papers”, said Jeff.
Jeff enjoyed his two days visiting Coober Pedy and
meeting people that he is constantly reading about. He
plans to visit us at Easter to see our Opal Festival.
Work begins on
major upgrade of
Coober Pedy airstrip
Work has commenced on a $1.3 million
upgrade of the Coober Pedy airstrip to
help secure the future of commercial
flights to the popular Outback town.
“Data shows that 75 per cent of people who arrive on
planes in Coober Pedy are visitors,” Mr Hughes said.
The Department of Planning, Transport and
Infrastructure’s figures show of those visitors to the
town, 50 per cent travel for business and 39 per cent
for tourism or leisure.
The Transport and Infrastructure Minister, Stephen
Mullighan, announced the funding in November in Almost half of those who travel for business are
response to new Civil Aviation Safety Authority employed in Coober Pedy’s mining sector.
Donna Clement, Coober Pedy Swimming Pool Lifeguard requirements which could have ended passenger air
says, “We need more qualified Swimming Teachers to services to Coober Pedy.
“Widening the runway will not only increase economic
ensure that the Swimming lessons and Department of
Education Aquatic program is sustainable.”
opportunities but it will also help to secure the livelihoods
time work that fits in with a family”.
upgrade works.
“The prospect of losing commercial flights to this iconic of those who work in this opal mining town,” Mr Hughes
”Teaching Swimming is an interesting job and here in opal town was unacceptable to the South Australian said.
Coober Pedy it helps support the community by providing Government so we moved to safeguard them,” Mr
valuable water safety lessons to our kids, plus it is part Mullighan said.
The District Council of Coober Pedy is overseeing the
“This subsidised AUSTSWIM training course is a great “This project is about securing a vital service to a remote
opportunity for people in Coober Pedy to receive training part of South Australia - a service that contributes to Weather permitting, the widening and sealing of the
the economy of this important Outback town and runway should be complete by the end of February.
and an accreditation which can lead to employment.”
region.”
AUSTSWIM is bringing a subsidised Teacher of Water
Safety course up to Coober Pedy to provide the local
community the opportunity to train as AUSTSWIM
Teachers of Swimming and Water Safety, with the aim to
help the Coober Pedy Swimming Pool to continue to
provideswimming lessons and for Vacswim to run in the
region.
Thursday 29 January 2015
Following the completion of this necessary work, the
The new CASA requirements classify the Coober Pedy State Government is also funding further improvements
runway as too narrow. It needs to be widened from 18 for the long-term sustainability of the airport.
metres to 30 metres to keep running commercial flights.
These works will involve an additional layer of sealing
The Member for Giles, Eddie Hughes, lobbied for the to increase the durability of the runway and will
upgrade to help secure the future of the local community. commence later in 2015.
Coober Pedy Regional Times
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AUSTRALIA DAY HIGHLIGHTS
Congratulations to T
rish T
urner - Citizen of the YYear
ear
Trish
Turner
Trish Turner named Citizen of the Year
Trish listens to a lifetime of helping others
Friends and colleagues stood silently and listened
For husband Noel Turner it was an emotional
moment
The local community sat/stood and listened
Stella Boussios with her daughter Lyn and
grandson Andreas
Locals catching up on Australia day
Left: Cr. Ian Crombie
gets into the spirit of
Aussie Day
The temperature on
Australia Day was mild
and everyone enjoyed
the morning
Elders and residents from Umoona Aged Care
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Coober Pedy Regional Times
Thursday 29 January 2015
FIRE GUTS ANOTHER
EMPTY HOUSE, IN
HOCKING ST
On Sunday afternoon another empty house
was burnt down in Coober Pedy, this time
in Hocking Street.
The fire had taken off swiftly, gutting the brick
house within minutes. Smoke could be seen
billowing across town, bringing people out
of their homes to watch..
A police officer attended the scene and kept
the public from entering the property. The
CFS attended with 3 fire vehicles and 8 crew
and contained the fire within 20 minutes.
A member of the public who arrived early said
that he saw a group of about 4 children
hurrying from the scene.
A fire that was lit by children on 9 August
2014 occurred only one street away in Robin
Blvd, also on a weekend at approximately
the same time in the late afternoon.
Coober Pedy CIB in conjunction with Far
North Crime Scene have investigated the
cause of the fire which is suspicious and
police are following up a number of lines of
equiries.
Anyone who has information about this and
wishes to remain anonymous please don’t
hesitate to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 00 or ring Coober Pedy Police on
86725056.
Three CFS vehicles and crew attending the latest fire in Hocking Street Coober Pedy
Photos: CPRT
Local residents came out of their nearby homes to keep an eye on the fire
Thursday 29 January 2015
Coober Pedy Regional Times
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From page1
Break and Enter/Robbery Potch Gully
The fire was lit in the main bedroom (above)
In the next room the lounge suite caught alight
Lajka and Wanda (Goldberg) when the couple
were starting out
Some cleaning has been done here but the
smoke damage is apparent
Smoke has stained and damaged the entire
dugout
Cr. Bundi Pantelis and Lajka look through the
burnt house
HEAR SOMETHING?
Typical of the
burnt mess
throughout
the dugout.
SEE SOMETHING?
SAY SOMETHING!
Most of what
hadn’t been
stolen was
damaged by
fire and
smoke
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Coober Pedy Regional Times
Thursday 29 January 2015
Australia Day Highlights
Sue Britt with George Russell from Oasis Tourist Park
and friend/nurse from Army days Helen Crawford
looking at pages of the Centenary Cook Book on
display at Australia Day
Volunteers CFS members speaking with
members of the public
Waiting in the queue for refreshments, Geoff and
Tracy Piggott chat with George Russell
A day out for Coober Pedy locals Marcia Child,
Christine Challis, Colin and June McLean
In the Mine Resce tent is Dale Price and Andy
Sheils speaking with Allan Dawson (Senior
Sergeant Sapol)
Deliliah Tajic congratulated Maggie Beer on her
inspiring address
Coober Pedy child programs
finish due to Federal
Government funding decision
Federal funding reallocation may force the
closure of all the Child Community Links
programs in Coober Pedy. These are the
only funded programs within Coober Pedy
for 0 – 12 year olds and their families.
Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Phil Cameron, said:
“Council have been advised that for the first time in
11years that we have been unsuccessful in securing
funding to continue our programs.
Programs will be suspended immediately or over the
coming few weekswhile we try to source alternative
funding.”
“Child community links staff have gone into overload
seeking grants to plug the gap, but at the moment
it’s not looking promising”, explained Mr Cameron.
“It’s very important that people understand that these
are Federally-funded programs and Council is not
able to fund them itself. “
“Simply, this cut came from Canberra, not from
us.We’re doing all we can to find replacement
funding, including talking with the Federal Member
for Grey, Rowan Ramsey, and State Member for Giles
Eddie Hughes.”
“We urge parents and anyone else affected by these
funding cuts to contact their local member directly
and make their feelings known,” said Mr Cameron.
Thursday 29 January 2015
The programs, provided by Child Community Links
which have been put suspended include:
• Tuesday art and craft for 2-5 year olds
• Tuesday TjitjiTjutaInkanyiniPakulpa Playgroup 0
– 5 year olds
• Friday Tiny Tackers Play Group for 0-2 year olds
• Saturday Lego Club 5 - 12 year olds
• Cut & Paste art group for 5-12 year olds every
second Saturday
• Free Kids Tent at the Opal Festival
• Face Painting and kids entertainment (ie
characters, jumping castle etc) at the Coober Pedy
Races
• Holiday Programs for 5 year olds and up
Programs which are continuing to run temporarily
due to volunteer input are:
• Monday morning playtime for 2-5 year olds with
the kindy kids and child care centres
• Thursday Little Musicians 2 – 5 year olds
• Sunday Playgym for 0-5 year olds
Jim Theodorou shows off his Centenary Cook
Book at Australia Day
Child community links play a key role in organising
other community and family events throughout the
year which would not be possible without ongoing
funding.
“These programs have had increasing attendance
and growing enthusiasm and support from our
community. They are very important programs
supporting the families of Coober Pedy particularly
those classified at risk, vulnerable and/or socially
isolated. These programs are all learning based
programs where children and parents learn
important skills that have a positive impact
throughout their lives,” concluded Mr Cameron”
Coober Pedy Regional Times
Sue Britt invites the crowd to the Launch of the
Centenary on Sunday 1 Feb at the Golf Club 2 - 3pm
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Foster Carer Support Workers –
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IN MEMORY
District Council of Coober Pedy
DAVE CARL MATTERS
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
15-7-61 - 31-1-12
It's three years now since you have
gone.
Wish you were here;
Shine on you crazy diamond
Love always Shane, Shelley, Gus and
the seven dwarves.
Opal Mining
Amnesty
begins 14 December and
concludes 14 March 2015
Due to the extreme summer heat in
Coober Pedy, Opal Miners are not
required to work their claims for
three months.
We thank the Coober Pedy
Mine Rescue Service for their
continued dedication to our
industry.
Coober Pedy Miners Association Inc
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Health Act Notice of the District Council of Coober
Pedy Regional Public Health Plan
Pursuant to Section 51(11)(b)(ii) of the
South Australian Public Health Act 2011:
Public comments are invited regarding
the draft District Council of Coober Pedy
Regional Public Health Plan.
The draft Plan may be examined at the
POSITION
VACANT
District Council
of Coober
Pedy Regional
Council Administration Centre / Visitor
Information Centre, Lot 773 Hutchison
Street Coober Pedy, during business
hours (8.30am to 5pm). A copy of the plan
can also be accessed from Council’s
WEB site www.cooberpedy.sa.gov.au.
Comments may be submitted, in writing
to the Chief Executive Officer, no later
than Friday 13 February 2015.
THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY
PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
Phil Cameron
Chief Executive Officer
$53,384 – $57,250 p.a.
Are you passionate about advocating for and improving
the lives of Aboriginal Children and their health and
wellbeing? Can you support the AFSS Foster Carers who
look after children and young people who come into care.
Do you have a strong commitment to social justice? Are
you energetic and engaging? Can you persevere in the face
of adversity?
Can you work with and support AFSS Foster Carers and
help them find solutions to provide safety and improved
wellbeing for the children in their care? If you answered
yes to the above questions we want to hear from you.
We have two positions available. The role focuses on the
recruitment, assessment, training and ongoing support of
Aboriginal families who are recruited as Foster Carers to
take children and young people into their homes. Typically,
this can be for respite and emergency care but can also be
for longer periods of time such as short term care (up to
2 years) and long term care (up to 18 years of age).
Based in Coober Pedy and reporting to the Coober Pedy
Manager the role involves intensive home based support
work and advocacy for foster carers who are caring for
Aboriginal children and young people who are unable to
live with their birth families. AFSS Foster Carers provide a
secure, stable and positive environment that caters for the
physical, emotional and wellbeing needs of the children
in their care.
To succeed in this demanding but rewarding role you will
need strong relationship building and communication
skills. You will also be responsible for ensuring quality case
recording and completing data reports. Qualifications in
the Social Work, Social Sciences or Community Services
field will be well regarded.
Sound like you? Please call Susie on 0408 890 872, she
would love to tell you more.
You must have a current Driver’s Licence and eligibility to
work in Australia. You must also have or be able to obtain
a satisfactory Child Related Employment Screening and a
Child Safe Environments Certificate.
Working in a not for profit agency you can salary sacrifice
to increase your take home pay.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged
to apply.
The Next Step: Look at the J&PS in the Positions Vacant
section at www.afss.com.au
Then: tell us in two pages why you’re a good fit
for this job and send this with your resume to:
[email protected] (Previous applicants need
not apply).
Applications close at 5.00 pm on 12 February 2015
I can tackle large projects that make the
best use of my skills to motivate me.
The sheer complexity of the issues
I face ensures I’m always fascinated.
At SA Health, how my career develops is
up to me. With diverse career pathways
and lots of opportunities to shine, there’s
no limit to what I can achieve.
Supported by the Government of South Australia
PET GROOMING
To the pets of Coober Pedy, please
let your Mums and Dads know that
Maggie the Mobile Pet Groomer will
be in town from
February 2nd til the 13th.
Have them call me on 0438 896 599,
and book you in for clips, washes
and a bit of pampering.
Look forward to seeing you guys.
Love Maggie
Community
Aged Care Worker
Coober Pedy Regional
Health Service
Job Ref: 553152
Housekeeper
Oodnadatta Health Service
Job Ref: 553486
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Coober Pedy CFS urgently
requires new members,
particularly those who hold a
MR and above Truck Licence.
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All welcome to attend training
- every Monday night at 7pm
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Contact CFS 1st Lieutenant
Wayne Borrett 0439881049
or Training Officer Nigel on
0402 003262
Thursday 29 January 2015
NOTICES
New weeds declared
in Arid Lands region
The State Government has declared
an additional 24 weeds, including
highly inflammable buffel grass and
sweet pittosporum, to reduce the
impact of pest plants across South
Australia.
Sustainability, Environment and
Conservation Minister Ian Hunter said the
declaration of the weeds under the Natural
Resources Management Act 2004 is in
response to requests from the Natural
Resources Management Boards and
follows consultation with communities and
industry.
"I have prohibited the sale of all these
plants and made the control or destruction
of some of them enforceable,” Mr Hunter
said.
"New weeds are creating new risks for
primary production, natural assets and
public health and safety, so plant
declarations must reflect these
developments.
"Biosecurity SA and weed experts from the
eight NRM regions have been
comprehensively reviewing the declared
plant schedule to keep weed management
programs in line with current needs. This
includes new policies on 51 weeds."
Five formerly declared plants, including
onion weed, have been removed from the
declaration because legislative backing is
no longer needed for these control
programs, and the state policies on 22 other
declared plants such as Salvation Jane have
been updated.
“An important change is the declaration of
buffel grass, an introduced grass that has
invaded the semi-arid rangelands and is
encroaching southwards,” Mr Hunter said.
“Buffel grass is known as a transformer
weed in rangelands as it can change the
character of the vegetation over wide
areas.
“Other plants now prohibited from sale
anywhere in South Australia include
familiar garden plants such as gazania,
sweet pittosporum and white arum lily.
"The regional NRM Boards have asked me
to declare these weeds now so that we can
minimise their spread by coordinated
management. We aim to protect native
vegetation, productive lands and the
community from weed impacts.”
In the South Australian Arid Lands NRM
region, African rue is of concern as a toxic
weed of rangelands. Existing prohibitions
on sale and movement, and enforced
control, will be maintained.
Other declared regionally important weeds
include buffel grass and carrion flower.
The new policies on these weeds are
available on the PIRSA website at:
http://www.pir.sa.gov.au/biosecuritysa/
nrm_biosecurity/weeds/
pest_weed_policies
Information on how to download the new,
user-friendly South Australian Weed
Control app is available at: http://
w w w. p i r. s a . g o v. a u / b i o s e c u r i t y s a /
nrm_biosecurity/weeds/
south_australian_weed_control_app
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR
NEW $476M SKILLS FUND
Liberal Senator for South Australia
Sean Edwards said the benefits of a
new $476 million Industry Skills Fund
will be felt across Wakefield, with
Australian businesses now able to
apply for support to boost the skills
of their workforce.
“The fund will provide up to 200,000
training places and skills advice for
businesses over the next four years, and is
a key element of the Abbott Government
Industry Innovation and Competitiveness
Agenda,” Senator Edwards said.
The Fund will primarily target Small and
Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to better
position themselves for growth
opportunities. A business will be considered
as ‘positioning for growth’ if the business
falls into one or more of the following
categories:
* Diversifying into new or emerging
markets and/or;
* Adopting new or emerging technologies
and/or;
* Entering export markets for the first time
and/or
* Responding to signification new domestic
market opportunities and/or;
* Repositioning because of market driven
structural adjustment.
“This is a new way of providing support
to businesses that need to upskill or retrain
their employees to enable their business to
grow, diversify, adopt new technologies, “In contrast, Labor wasted billions of
or take advantage of new market dollars on skills programmes that failed to
deliver training that led to real jobs. The
opportunities,” he said.
era of training for training’s sake is over,”
“I encourage businesses in the following Senator Edwards said.
industries in Wakefield to apply for the
Industry Skills Fund - advanced Businesses wanting support to train
manufacturing, food and agribusiness, workers will be required to make a
medical technology, mining equipment, and contribution to the cost of training. The
co-contribution rate depends on the number
oil, gas and energy resources,” he said.
of employees, with smaller businesses
“Employers in Wakefield will be supported receiving higher levels of support.
to decide what training is needed in their
business, and which training provider they Guidelines and more information are
want to work with, to boost their business available at www.business.gov.au
productivity and competitiveness,” Senator Applications are accepted on an ongoing
basis throughout the year.
Edwards said.
Thursday 29 January 2015
CFS Cadets
CFS is recruiting Cadets. Anyone from
the age of 11 - 18 may enquire by
contacting the Cadet Coordinator
Julie on 0498 472 519
Coober Pedy Regional Times
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What’ s On in COOBER PEDY?
& Visiting Services
MONDAYS
Karate
-Golf Club
6 - 7pm General Class
7 - 8pm Teenagers and Adults only
LITTLE MUSICIANS
10.00am—10.45am
Coober Pedy Area School
Music Room
Caters for 3 to 5 year olds
COOBER PEDY
MULTICULTURAL FORUM
FRIDAYS
FREE SWIMMING for the Over
65s, next term.1:30 – 7:30pm.
Bring a friend free
Serbian Church Social
Club, Dinner 6pm (every
Friday)
Active Boys Group 3:15-5:00
COOBER PEDY
MULTICULTURAL FORUM.
Over 65s FREE TAI CHI
CLASSES. Sit or stand for these
gentle exercises. 1:15PM at
Community Health
ages 10 & up at the youth shed
TUESDAYS
COOBER PEDY
MULTICULTURAL FORUM
Over 65s FREE TAI CHI CLASSES.
Sit or stand for these gentle exercises.
1:15PM at Community Health
Youth Shed 3:15-6:00 ages 8
& up
ART & CRAFT PLAYGROUP
10.30am—11.30am Lion’s Hall
Caters for 2-4 year olds & caregivers
TJITJI TJUTA INKANYINI PUKULPA
12pm—2pm A Playgroup for 0-5 year
olds and caregivers. Home Makers,
Umoona Community, Lunch &
Activities.“Pick up available Ph: 8672
3066”
DISTRICT COUNCIL MEETINGS
3nd Tuesday each month at 7pm
CFS TRAINING 7pm
New Members Welcome
AMBULANCE TRAINING
7.30pm Umoona Road
every Tuesday except school holidays
CRICKET 5.30pm to 6.30 pm at
School Gym
WEDNESDAYS
COOBER PEDY
MULTICULTURAL FORUM
Over 65s FREE KARATE CLASS.
10AM at the Golf Club
Youth Shed 3:15-6:00 ages 8
& up
BABY BOUNCE RHYME &
TODDLER STORY TIME 10am
Library Catering for 0 to 5 y/o
Netball competition
6:00 and 7:00pm School Gym
THURSDAY
Active Girls Group
3:15-5:00 ages 8 & up
Late Night Fridays 610pm ages 12 & up
TINY TACKER PLAYGROUP
0 - 2 year olds 10am—12.30pm
Community Health Meeting
Room (behind Dr. Kami’s)
CP SHOOTERS CLUB
Friday night shotgun 8pm till
dark (daylight savings time)
GREEK CLUB - Bingo 7.30 pm
CP Social Scrabble 7.30pm
United Club . All skill levels
welcome
AA 7pm Underground Catholic
Church - Hutchison Street
Contact Geoff 0427646963
SOCCER Workshop 6pm
School Oval 10-16 year olds
GOLF: 6pm Twighlight Golf
Junior Golf Saturdays 9.00 11.00am.
Youth Shed 11-2 ages 8 +
Mine Rescue Training
(Alternate Saturdays)
LEGO CLUB 10am—12pm
5 year olds and up Lions Club.
Does not run on the Last
Saturday of the Month
CP SHOOTERS CLUB
9am and 11am Pistol
CFS TRAINING 10PM
Last Saturday each month
Karate -Golf Club
GREEK HALL
7pm Charcoal BBQ & Salad
Every Thursday night
CRICKET AT OVAL
Saturday 7.00 pm and
Sunday 9.30pm
Ph: Fernando 0437 739 447
Outdoor Town Basketball Courts
6 - 7pm General Class
7 - 8pm Teenagers and Adults
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All Welcome
SUNDAYS
Golf (CP Golf Course
Registration 12:00 noon
Tee off time 12:30
PLAY TIME
Catering for 0 to 5 year olds
2.00pm—3.30pm
School Gymnasium
Catacomb Church Service
and Sunday School 9:30am
Sunday. Bus pickup available.
Ph 8672 5038
CRICKET AT OVAL
Saturday 7.00 pm and
Sunday 9.30pm
Ph: Fernando 0437 739 447
Youth Shed 11-2 ages 8
& up
CP SHOOTERS CLUB
Rifle 10am -
SATURDAYS
CUT ‘N PASTE - 2013 2.00pm
to 3.30pm at Youth Shed Ages
5-17 Please call Donna 0439
864 166 for more info. Every
2nd Saturday
YOUTH BASKETBALL 6pm - 8pm
The Lions Club
AGM is on 1
March at 4 pm
at the Lions
Club Hall in 17
Mile Road
50th Gymkhana
William Creek
Sat 28 March
2015
We would like to invite
everyone who has had
anything to do with our
gymkhanas over many years
to come back and spend the
weekend with us. The
weekend with commence
with a “Meet and Greet” at
the Gymkhana Grounds on
the Friday afternoon. Bring
back any old photos or
memorabilia you may havewe would love to display it
on the day.
For further information
contact President Nathan
Keogh, The Peake Station,
0886707996 or Secretary
Chantelle Edmunds or
Treasurer Helen Williams at
Nilpinna Station
0886707975
Coober Pedy Regional Times
VETERINARY
Redgum Vet and Pet Boarding
Redgum Vet is open during normal
business hours with on-call support
available for all after hours or public
holiday times.
Call 0437 921 289.
The kennels are open 8.30am - 11am
and 1pm - 5pm every day except
Christmas Day, when we are closed to
the public.
Roger Absalom BVMS
Redgum Vet & Pet Boarding
Port Augusta 08 86423308
Please update your
‘What’s on’ entries for
2015
and help avoid clashes of
important community
events
SIMPSON
DESERT
CLOSURE
DATES
The whole of the Simpson Desert
Conservation Park and Regional Reserve
will be closed from 30 November 2014 until
15 March 2015.
As from16 March 2014 vehicles are required
to have high visibility safety flags attached
to the front of the vehicle.
Simpson Desert parks in South Australia
and Queensland are closed in summer from
1 December to 15 March.
SCHOOL TERM DATES
2015
Term 1: 27 Jan - 10 Apr
Term 2: 27 Apr - 3 Jul
Term 3: 20 Jul - 25 Sep
Term 4: 12 Oct - 11 Dec
Thursday 29 January 2015
AUSTRALIA DAY CRICKET MATCH
Photos: Dave Laslett
Lankan Lions vs Aussie Roos
Coober Pedy celebrated Australia Day with a T20 Australia
Vs Sri Lanka Cricket Match.
What was supposed to be a friendly, quiet game of cricket
turned into a massive community event for the 150 +
locals that attended.
Both teams wore their countries shirts with pride and played
the game in great spirits,
The match began with both teams lining up for the opening
of the match with the Australian National Anthem and the
Sri Lankan Nation Anthem. Both teams shook hands and
Umpires Steve Baines and Chris Warrior were ready to
get the game under way.
The Sri Lankans proved too strong for the Aussies and
won comfortably by 55 runs with a massive nock of 108
not out by DJ Sammy for the Sri Lankans who was the
Man of the Match.
Australian Captain Martin Grava showed his skills and
determination to carry his team with an impressive 85
runs not out. All in all this was a night to remember for
everyone and hopefully we see a massive crowd at next
year’s Australia day rematch which will be even bigger
and better.
Johns Pizza Bar were the Sponsors of this event,
sponsoring the medallions and trophy for the winning
team. An event like this wouldn’t have run so smoothly
without the unnoticed people who volunteered on the
night.
Thank you to: The School Attendance for providing the
Free BBQ for all, Tamasin Botten and Zoe Crisa for
working in the canteen, Brian Underwood & CO for putting
the scores on the scoreboard, George Laslett as the MC,
DJ Sammy for providing the music and the DCCP for
getting the oval looking so good (if I have missed anyone
I apologise).
The Coober Pedy Cricket Association begins on Sunday
the 1st of February, if there is anyone interested in joining
1 of the 4 teams please be at the town oval at 12:30pm on
Sundays.
Ben Buller CPFC – President
Thursday 29 January 2015
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SHOOTERS CLUB NEWS
Another year of shooting is upon us. We have a
number of improvements for this year and should
be in place early in the year.
The biggest improvement is the purchase of a competition
level clay thrower to replace our ageing thrower so shotgun
shoots should become challenging to say the least.
Our membership charges are unchanged from last year
and are set at $198 for a single membership and $297 for
a family membership. Any sponsors get a 10% discount
on membership as well.
Any prospective new members are welcome to visit and
try out our facilities before deciding whether or not it is
something you would like to participate in.
We have a number of instructors at the club and can help
with any firearms training and licensing paperwork needed.
Upcoming Shoots
Friday Night Shotgun Clay Target (Sponsored by
IGA) - 6h Feb
Saturday Morning Pistols - Rapid-fire (Sponsored
by Coober Pedy Lions) - 7th Feb @ 9am and 11am
Above: Quorn shooters club provides two way competition for Coober Pedy
Sunday Morning Rifles - 50m Benchrest
(Sponsored by South Cape Photography) - 8th
Feb @ 10am
A full calendar will be available early in the year.
Daily Range Fees (non member) $10 Ammunition extra
All shoots are held under supervision from qualified
instructors and range masters.
For more information, please go to :
www.cooberpedyshootersclub.com.au - or call
All shoots are for 5 consecutive weeks (long weekends
excepted) with a prize giving at the end of the year.
Club President : John DiDonna 04 2764 9389
Club Secretary : Les Pullen 04 3523 2029
If there are any businesses out there that is interested in
sponsoring one of our shoots, please contact Les and we
will endeavour to promote your business along with our
shooting program.
AUSTRALIA DAY CRICKET MATCH
Lankan Lions vs Aussie Roos
Lankan Lions 220/3
Aussie Roos 154/6
Lankan Lions
Sammy - 108 runs not out
Dilesh - 4 wickets
Ish and Avantha - 1 wicket each
Dumidu - 50 runs
Aussie Roos
Martin - 84 runs not out
Kerry Rodrick, Grant Maxwell & Izaac
Ankers 1 wicket each for australia
Peter Ikonomopoulos - 29 runs for Australia
Right: The winning team,
Lankan Lions
Photos: Ish Gunasekera
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