April 2013 - Part 2 - Rural Business Guide

Team of the Quarter Century
(left) and players who played
in the first year of the club
1987/88 (right)
Australia Day
They’re off on the fun run
Shy runners
Instructions first from Noddy
Litchfield/Palmerston Rotary all cooking with gas
Dressed for the occasion
The lamington cake
Lyn Gerdes
Our new citizens
Waldo recites
Olive Frakking receives her award
Ryan Davis
The lamington (Map
of Australia) cake
Australia Day at Freds Pass attracted a big crowd this year. The day
from Howard Springs
started off with the annual fun run and finished in time for a hearty breakfast
Bakery
cooked up by the Litchfield/Palmerston Rotary Club. Then the flag raising
ceremony conducted by the Humpty Doo Scouts and the National Anthem sung by Legs Arthur. Allan McKay gave the
opening address followed by the citizenship ceremony where Nadia Tholander, Wendy Coleman, Sovky Lim and Ian
Sloan became Australians. Student citizens awards were presented to Katelyn Bailey (Bees Creek), Georgia Campbell
(Berry Springs), Layla Winterbridge (Girraween), Lindsay Cheal and Finniss Beasy (Good Shepherd), Edward
Manderson (Middle Point) and Caitlen Burt (St Francis of Assisi). Olive Frakking was given a Special Presentation,
Lynne Gerdy was presented with an Achievement Award, Berry Springs Markets received the Community Event of the
Year Award, Ryan Davis the Young Citizen of the Year and Rita Yardley the Citizen of the Year. Always a good day.
Southern Districts Junior Football Presentations
Southern Districts Junior Football teams got together at Lake View Hall at Freds Pass for the end of season
presentation. There were lots of players, coaches, committee members and parents in attendance. The president Ray
McCasker welcomed everyone and thanked them for all the hard work they had put in during the season. That was
reflected in the fact that two teams reached the grand finals. The Under 16 Div 2 team played St Mary’s in the grand
final having played exceptionally well in earlier finals by coming from behind in the last quarters. Unfortunately St Mary’s
were a much stronger opponent and Districts went down by 84 points. The Under 14’s Div 1 were more successful.
They defeated Nightcliff by 41points to take out the Premiership Flag. They have the bragging rights to say they were
the only Southern Districts Team to win a Grand Final this year.
Jai—Most Improved
Samual—Best Defender
Jack—Best Forward
Declan—Best Team Man
Thomas—Coach’s Award
Under 12s
Joseph—Most Consistent
Jake—Most Consistent
Under 12s with coach Kaylee Peacock
Cameron—Most Consistent
Under 14s
Division 2 (3)
Jet—Most Improved
Connor—Best Team Man with coach Matt Francis
Will—Most Consistent
Sean—Best Defender
Ethan—Runner Up Best & Fairest
Dan—Best Forward
Raymond—Best & Fairest
S/D Presentation Under 14 Div 2 (2)
Jesse—Most Improved
Fletcher—Best Defender
Brodie—Best Forward
Josh—Most Consistent
Jacob—Best Team Man
Kyran—Coach’s Award
Connor—Best & Fairest with
coaches Peter Lake and Damien Cupido
Josh—Runner Up B&F
Under 14s Div 1
Joel—Most Improved
Kyran—Most Consistent
Shane—Best Defender
Brody—Most Courageous
Keenan—Best Forward
Robbie—Best Team Man
Ryan and Zac— Runner Up B&F
Beau—Coach’s Award
Matty—Best & Fairest
S/D Presentations Under 16s Div 2
Travis—Most Improved
Bryce—Best Defender
Billy—Best Forward
Braydon—Coach’s Award
Tommy—Most Consistent
Tucker time
Coach Tim Coughlin with Damien Cupido, Aaron and Bryce Runner Ups B&F
Under 16s Div 1
Riley—Players Player
Cooper —Most Improved
Matty—Best Defender
Kyle—Best Forward
Zac—Most Consistent
Industry Award
buildings
Jack—Coach’s
Josh—Runner Up B&F
Coaches Peter Mullins and Shaun Togni with Zane- Best & Fairest and Most Promising Junior
Southern Districts Senior Football Presentation
Southern Districts Football Club held their senior presentation night at Cazaly’s Palmerston. President Ray McCasker
thanked everyone and presented the Club Person of the Year Award as well as certificate for club and team volunteers,
medical staff and the sub committee for the Gala Ball.
The Premier Team reached the finals but unfortunately the good form before the finals didn’t carry into the finals and they
bowed out against Wanderers. The Under 18s did very well this season and reached the Grand Final. But although
leading the Big River Hawks in the last quarter, they weren’t able to hold on and Big River Hawks came home with plenty
of wind in their sails to win their first premiership.
Seniors
Div 2
Coach Shane Coleman with
Adrian Dale –Best Defender
Marl Pisani—Best Team Man
Ben Evans- Most Consistent
Alan Henderson—Runner Up B&F
Seniors Div 1
Joel Bissett—Coach’s Award
Jaxon DeSantis—Best Defender
Luke Hodges –Best Team Man
Coach Andrew Reed with Nathan
Trevena—Runner Up Best & Fairest
Cayle Box—Best & Fairest
Under 18s
Jack Morrison —Coach’s Award
Ryan Duffy—Most Consistent
Jacob Moore—Most Improved
Dale Rice—Best Forward
Zane Carter—Best Defender
Jack Beare—Most Courageous
Sam Strawhorn—
Best Team Man
Coach Bill Feeney, with Peter Chisolm– Espie
Best & Fairest and A/Coach Jason Cockatoo
Done by a Do-NUT
What’s wrong with these sentences?
The building caught fire and the
occupants sought safety in their
pyjamas.
It’s hard to explain but why would someone rip up
the front lawn of the local vet clinic.?
The flowers in the church are
Perhaps the notion of respect for other people’s
property was something that evaded them as they taken to those who are ill after the
service.
grew up.
S/D Presentations Continued
Premier League
Henry Armour—Coach’s Award
Kapun Morris—Best Defender
Matt Canard—Players Player Billy Higgs—Most Improved
Dillon Mc Laughlin—Mark McCasker Rising
Star Award with President Ray McCasker
David Brice—Best Team Man
Aaron Gepps—Most Consistent
Coach Shannon Rusca with Damien Cupido
Best & Fairest and Leading Goal Kicker
Under 14 Grand Final Sth Districts vs Nightcliff 11.10.76 to 5.5.35
Under 18 Grand Final Southern Districts vs Big River Hawks
10.12.72 to 9.9.63
Swampdogs kick off
Juniors in action at Marrara
The Swampdogs Rugby Union Club is off to a good start this year. After
four rounds, Reserve Grade is on top of the ladder while U18s, U14s and U10s
are all coming second. There is still plenty of time for the others to improve. The club is moving along steadily with
developing its home ground just below the soccer grounds at Freds Pass. The irrigation is installed, the topsoil should
be spread soon and maybe in a bit over 12 months depending on the surface condition, the Swampdogs will have two
fine rugby fields. For information about the club give Craig Rixon a ring on 0428 335 605.
Humpty Doo Lawn Bowls
Jo’s cheer squad
Friday night lawn bowls
Stan Smolsk (President) in action
Humpty Doo Bowls Club is always looking for new members. If you would like to join up or just try out, you would be
made most welcome. Social bowls is held on every Wednesday and Friday evening starting at 7 for 7.30. The cost is $5
and the club has a licence. No doubt there will be quite a few visitors during the dry season as the caravan trains move
north. Interstate visitors are always welcome and they add some new blood to the competition - not that it’s a blood
sport. Also if you haven’t got bowls there are plenty of sets at the clubhouse and if you haven’t played before there are
lots of people who will teach you the art of lawn bowls. For more Information ring Stan on 0407 580 776.
South Darwin C’s
South Darwin C Grade Softball Team, which is really Litchfield, had it first outing at Tracey Village last week.
Obviously the three training runs they had leading up to the match weren’t quite enough for last year’s premiers to stop
the St Mary's team applying the ‘Lord have MERCY’ rule to them. But do not fear, this is the same tactic used last year
to lull the other teams into a false sense of security. If you would like to join or your are an experienced pitcher then pop
down to the Howard Reserve on Whitewood Road on Wednesdays or ring Jo Burgess on 0448 181 344.
Rural Garden Club visits Parliament House
Madam Speaker checking the length of President John’s address
In the meantime the gardener nods off
While we enjoy a cup of tea on the lawns
The Rural Garden Club Official Photo
The Rural Garden Club usually holds its monthly meeting in a rural garden but this time the Speaker Kezia Purick,
kindly invited the rural gardeners to Parliament House to check out the gardens there. Whilst some gardening was
discussed I think so much time was spent eating and drinking the morning tea the garden was a bit forgotten. But the
two gardeners who are responsible for the beautifully manicured gardens were there to answer any questions so
horticultural information was exchanged. After that Kezia took everyone on a tour of the Assembly and the Speaker’s
Office and then waved them off, on the return bus trip to Coolalinga. I think everyone had an enjoyable day.
Coolalinga on the go
First house started 28th January 2013
Fairweather Crescent
Havelock Street
These buildings due to go soon
There have been a lot of stories going around lately about the Coolalinga development. I am reliably informed by
Gwelo, the company building the shopping centre at Coolalinga, that work will start in May with the demolition of some
of the buildings on the site. Kennards should be starting to relocate to a new site near Stavri Shops this month. The
owner of the NT Stockfeeds does not appear to have made a decision yet about relocation. In the meantime the
shopping centre development should start in June with the construction of McDonalds and Coles Express. There were
rumours that Coles and Kmart had pulled out. That is incorrect. Gwelo say they will definitely be there along with many
specialty shops. So hopefully that lets everyone know what is going to happen and when you see the golden arches go
up then you know it’s for real. Meantime the houses at the rear are being constructed at a rapid rate and it shouldn’t be
too long before people start moving in.
Bombers vs Lions
Marcus and Joseph in action
Bombers Under 9s
Lions Under 9s
Combined Lions and Bombers Under 12s
Marcus Simpson and Joseph Salmon
The annual award for the best sportsperson adjudged out of all the players in the Ozkick competition between the
Howard Springs Lions and the Humpty Doo Bombers was held at the St Francis of Assisi oval at Humpty Doo. The
Under 9s played the first game followed by the Under 12s which meant there had to be one winner from about 90
players. That can be a little difficult especially when there are so many enthusiastic players. So this year there were two
winners, Marcus Simpson from the Lions and Joseph Salmon from the Bombers. The Ozkick programme means AFL is
being played all year round and there seems to be lots of happy young people enjoying the game.
Low water levels
Not Nightcliff Beach, Darwin River Dam
Last year
This year
The Darwin River Dam has not overflowed this year due to the dry Wet Season. Whilst that might be a concern
previously, the dam is still 85% full and would have overflowed if the spillway level was at its old height which was
raised an extra 1.3m three years ago. What would be a concern is if we had another dry Wet Season this year. One way
to alleviate that concern would be for the Government to promote the wise use of water including using more native
plants along roadways and parks and gardens with the Government setting the example.
Legacy Cricket Match
The SCG
Until recently an Anzac Day Cricket Match
was held on an old WII cricket pitch south
of Noonamah, called Strauss Cricket Ground (SCG). The match was held between a
Litchfield President’s XI and an Army XI to raise money for Legacy. But with so many
troops serving overseas it has become difficult to get the numbers on Anzac Day. But
it’s hoped that the day will be revived, perhaps on a different day, as it appears that
the new Brigadier John Frewen and the RSM like their cricket, so here’s hoping.