March 2010
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March 2010
Issue 347 March 2010 Community Newsletter District Council of Robe, Royal Circus (PO Box 1) Robe SA 5276 Phone: 08 8768 2003 Fax: 08 8768 2432 Email: [email protected] Website: www.council.robe.sa.gov.au AUSTRALIA DAY SPEECH—MICHAEL SLESSAR (as requested by a member of the public) Mayor, Robe and District Council members, distinguished guests, fellow Australians. It is my privilege to have been invited to speak to you on such a significant and symbolic day. It is also my privilege to be a resident of Robe and a member of its community. To me, Australia Day is an opportunity not only to think about personal and local ambitions and achievements, but also to think diversely and selflessly about the future potential of Robe and of its future direction. Part of the brief I was given was to speak about my impressions of Robe and District from the perspective of a newcomer and to offer some opinions about how these impressions might be drawn on to think about the more profound significance of Australia Day. So I’ll start with some background and then develop impressions and reflections on the day in the context of Robe. My name is Michael Slessar. My wife Helen and I have been living full time in Robe since July, 2009. Only five minutes, really. For me, this decision comes after 37 years working in Victoria as a secondary teacher and school principal, a profession of which I am proud to have been a part. It is a decision that marks a conscious change in my life away from long hours of work and towards the realisation of an intention to square off how I have been enriched by the Australian community by putting back into the local community of Robe. This means reciprocating in some very small way by contributing to the enduring and humane legacy that forms part of our Australian life. I first started visiting Robe in the late 1970s when I used to bring Year 12 students from Edenhope here every February for their annual Study Camp. At that time, Robe struck me as a quiet, self-sufficient town ideally situated on a tranquil bay and with many of its historic buildings intact and companionably interspersed with the more modern buildings of the town. After Helen and I were married and our two children were born, we brought them to Robe for our annual January holidays during the 1980s and 1990s. Over those years, our main reason for visiting was that Robe was safe for children, apart from the fact that our son was and still is a passionate fisherman and everyone liked eating fish and chips on the foreshore. We had often discussed as a family moving permanently to Robe during our holidays here and in 2004 we bought a block in Thompson Road, built our house in 2008 and moved here permanently last year. Robe is and has always been a welcoming community to our family and offers something for all of us. For me, Robe is a picturesque and peaceful place. Its history is a strong and viable presence and its future growth assured. It is a quiet pleasure to see the light over West Beach every morning and to walk along its fresh, smooth sand. So, on one level, Robe is a welcoming place. People acknowledge you and will help you if they can. It is hospitable. Visitors come back. Many come to Robe to holiday, rest, relax and recuperate. Couples choose to come here to be married. All visitors draw on Robe’s natural beauty and attractions, its atmosphere, ambience and history. Taking this further, there are features of Robe that are unique to this place, distinctly Australian and, I believe, quite profound in their reflection of the enduring character of this community: The first of these features is The Robe Fishermen’s Memorial, a straightforward commemoration of people who have lost their lives while earning their living. Many of those commemorated were in their twenties. It reflects a country where monuments respect ordinary people rather than kings and queens, presidents and prime ministers. Monuments that are not determined by any prevailing political ideologies but rather by clear, honest and simple recognition of sacrifice, of endeavour, of enterprise and of achievement. The soldier, the acknowledgement of land, the Chinese making their way to the Victorian goldfields. The three flags that fly on Royal Circus. It is a very Australian tolerance of diversity that enables us to see a recognised indigenous flag flying alongside the national flag. Continued page 2 Free E-Waste Recycle Day Lions Community Picnic Day Robe Gym Community Consultation Pg 2 Pg 4 Pg 6 AUSTRALIA DAY SPEECH, MICHAEL SLESSAR, continued On another occasion, it is a conversation I had with a senior Robe resident about black cockatoos. She was unassuming about her knowledge, yet her enthusiasm for the beauty and unusual habits of this uniquely Australian bird ran through the entire discussion. A person in the street with an extensive knowledge based on years of observation and experience. Recently, I observed a funeral being held in the grounds at the front of the RSL Hall. I was struck by its unobtrusive nobility and the mood of quiet respect. The bright, clear Australian sunlight shone through the eucalypts and mottled shadows danced over the mourners in the gentle breeze. The subtle song of finches could be heard. Life was continuing around the event which, for the moments I saw, was in harmony with it. A proud, dignified past of service uniting with the freshness and promise of the present. But notwithstanding these symbolic links between Robe and the meaning of Australia Day, it is also important to think about Australia Day in new ways. This is our challenge as a community too. What does Australia Day mean in the context of our own lives and that of the community in which we live? Where are we taking ourselves? It is easier to accept things the way they are and more difficult to effectively articulate what decisions will best benefit and enhance Robe and its community in the future. Of course the forward thinker will not always be popular and it is easy to deter forward thinking by opposition. The real challenge of Australia Day is to think large about our community, to think beyond short term self interest and to respond proactively to the long term needs of a growing town in a beautiful country. As Australians, we need to bring knowledge and courage to such decisions, to have robust, frank and well-conducted discussions in all available forums, to define our community intelligence and to move towards bigger thinking. Our link with the wider concepts of Australia Day is our capacity to think broadly about the future we want for Robe. There is no shortage of bureaucracies that will tell us what to do, but at the same time there is no shortage either of Robe people prepared to help the community. For visitors to Robe, it is a place to come to take their pleasure. For residents of Robe the responsibility is deeper. It is to give, to plan, to debate and to act in all best interests. Australia Day provokes these questions by its historical example. It recognises our collective identity and prompts us to move forward. The day makes us realise who we are, why we’re here and places the onus squarely on us to advance our town and our nation. I can’t resist closing with a reference to one historical feature of Robe. It is also appropriate because it reflects a love of the land that is part of us. It also, in the last lines, expresses through our young people, hope for a strong and healthy future. There is a connection to Robe in the form of the Caledonian Hotel and Adam Lindsay Gordon. In its way, Gordon’s life had a distinctly Australian provenance. He was British born, exiled to Australia as a younger son who preferred gambling, boxing and riding to studying. He grew to love the Australian landscape and living in Australia. His work as a mounted police officer was always incidental to his work as a horse breaker, jockey and daring steeplechase rider as well as poet. He delighted in free, roaming travels and developed a passion for committing to poetry what he loved about our landscape, our spirit and how we lived our lives. He also committed local events to poetry, writing pieces reflecting on the death of Robert O’Hara Burke and the loss of the ‘Admella”. While laid up at the Caledonian Hotel in 1862 after a fall from a horse, naturally, he met and married Margaret Park, the innkeeper’s daughter who was herself a capable horsewoman. So I’d like to finish by reading a few lines from “The Sick Stockrider” which he wrote in 1868 while staying at Yallum Park near Penola. These lines reflect Gordon’s love for the beauty and harshness of Australian landscape and capture our very Australian resistance to constraints of the spirit and the hopes we carry for all our young people. The last lines of the poem are made additionally poignant by the fact that Gordon took his own life two years later on Brighton Beach. The Sick Stockrider….. The deep blue skies wax dusky, and the tall trees grow dim, The sward beneath me seems to heave and fall; And sickly, smoky shadows through the sleepy sunlight swim, And on the very sun’s face weave their pall. Let me slumber in the hollow where the wattle blossoms wave, With never stone or rail to fence my bed; Should the sturdy station children pull the bush flowers on my grave, I may chance to hear them romping overhead. Free E‐waste recycling day Do you have unwanted electrical equipment taking up space in your home? Why throw it away when you can recycle it for free? Sunday 28 March, 2.00—3.00 pm, Robe Landfill What items will be accepted? TV’s, Computers & Printers, Monitors, Computer equipment (keyboards, mouse, etc.), Hi ‐Fi Equipment, Phones (mobiles & landline), Fax machines, Video/DVD players, Cameras, Electronic games, CD’s, DVD’s & all Tapes. What items will NOT be accepted? Smoke alarms, Items containing hazardous materials & compounds, X‐ray tubes, Whitegoods (fridges, washing machines, etc.). Who can take part? Ratepayers or residents of the District Council of Robe. For more information go to www.council.robe.sa.gov.au or contact the Council on 8768 2003. 2 Council Meeting News from February The Robe Bowling Club made a submission to council, proposing to beautify the hedge in front of the Bowling Club by erecting a fence. Council authorised the Chief Executive Officer to hold a public meeting for the purpose of forming a Steering Committee to facilitate the formation of a new tourism body (The outcome of this meeting will be published in the next edition of the Robe Community Newsletter). Council, in conjunction with the Robe Road Safety Group, would like to remind people to be vigilant with road safety when walking on roads without footpaths. Please ensure that you are walking in the opposite direction to traffic, to avoid any possible accidents. Community Action Grants funding has been giving to Friends of the Little Dip, under the Collaborative Community Volunteers Project, for the rehabilitation and protection of coastal headland habitat in Robe. Council will consider the cost of constructing a specific loading zone area within the town, in the 2010/2011 budget. A meeting was held in January at the Boatswains Point reserve for the residents and ratepayers of Boatswains Point to voice their issues. This was a constructive meeting with some positive outcomes for the members of Boatswains Point. C O U N C I L N E W S Mayor’s Message SELGA Meeting SELGA’s bimonthly meeting was held in Naracoorte in February. Mobile Phone reception SELGA (the association of councils in the South East) is going to seek better mobile phone coverage in the South East. Anyone who wants improved coverage is asked to come to council and mark on a DC Robe map the areas where they want improved coverage and which carrier they are with. Once these are collated for each council SELGA will present them to the carriers with a request for improvement. This also includes roads to and from the south east. RDA update Regional Development Australia is up and running. SELGA doesn’t have a formal funding agreement with the new body however SELGA has put temporary funding in place until 30 June 2010. In the five months between then and now SELGA wants to meet as early as possible with the new RDA board to discuss SELGA’s requests for things such as improved governance. This is an excellent decision and was unanimous. It was put forward by Mayor Don Pegler from DC Grant. Hopefully now we move forward on this for the benefit of the South East with 21st century governance and transparency. Wm Peden CCOWS is delighted that children at our three sites have settled back so well into child care. After short breaks or holidays, it sometimes takes young children a while to get back into the ‘groove’. That’s why having a consistent staff roster is important, a familiar welcoming face makes all the difference. There are waiting lists for places at all sites. Like the Kindergartens in the region , we are experiencing a ‘boom’ in numbers. We look forward to providing an interesting program, safe and friendly environment filled with appropriate activities and challenges. The staff team has had sevN eral training days this year and look forward to putting into practice some of the ideas we have seen. This E year, there is a new National Curriculum framework being adopted across Australia. W The important under-pinning facts taken into account include: S *observing the rights of children; * having productive, co-operative partnerships with parents and the community; * recognizing that each child is ‘his own person’, an individual with his own needs. CCOWS looks forward to continuing to offer care that respects children and families, makes friends and has fun along the way. C C O W S Robyn and the CCOWS team. 3 Robe Public Library NEW BOOKS Adult Non-Fiction Bardia – Craig Stockings Complementary & Alternative Health-the Scientific verdict on what really works Elsie and Mairi Go To War – Diane Atkinson The Essential Vegetarian Cookbook Adult Fiction The Australia Long Story Stillwater Creek – Alison Booth The House Across the Road – Ann Whitehead Pirate Latitudes – Michael Crichton A Secret in the Family- Lyn Andrews Tea Time for the Traditionally built-Alexander McCall Smith The Gates of Hell are about to Open-John Connolly Deeper than the Dead- Tami Hoag Private Dancer – Stephen Leather Blood Brothers – Josephine Cox Prince of Fire-Daniel Silva Being Elizabeth-Barbara Taylor Bradford Torn Apart- James Patterson & Hal Friedman Sundays at Tiffany’s-James Patterson The Private Patient-P.D. James The Gourmet-Muriel Barbery Watchlist-Two Serial thrillers in One Killer Book Long Time Coming-Robert Goddard Duets-Nora Roberts Notorious-Iris Johansen The Unbearable Lightness of SconesAlexander McCall Smith Genuine Lies-Nora Roberts Adult Large Print Captive Star – Nora Roberts The Winning Hand – The Winning Hand Children’s Fiction Hardy Boys-Killer Mission by Franklin W. Dixon The Tear Thief – Carol Ann Duffy The Dark Blue 100-Ride Bus Ticket- Matgaret Mahy Zac’s High Dive-H.I. Larry Zac’s Double Dare-H.I. Larry Zac’s Quicksand – H.I. Larry Newts, Lutes and Bandicoots – Mark Carthew & Mark Spoor Donald Loves Drumming-Nick Bland Hooray! There’s a Hippopotamus on Our Roof Having a Birthday Party – Hazel Edwards Teenage Fiction Elphame’s Choice – P.C. Cast Brighid’s Quest – P.C. Cast DVD’S Series One – City Homicide Balibo – Based on a True Story Family Album (Danielle Steel) Daddy (Danielle Steel) Brum 2 ½ Hours of fun Adventures Dr. Dolittle 4 The Flight Before Christmas L I B R A R Y & V I S I T O R BOOK REVIEW “The Elegance of the Hedgehog” by Muriel Barbery – (translated from the French by Alison Anderson) I was so lucky to be given this book for my birthday and what a present it turned out to be. It is the story of Renee, who appears to be the archetypal concierge of a grand apartment, on the Left Bank in Paris. Behind the façade Renee, selfeducated is passionate about culture and the arts, and the story builds around her relationships with the tenants who, in the natural way of things, think that Renee is just a concierge. The book is a collection of polished stories built around the occupants of the apartment. One of the more memorable is the articulate twelve year old Paloma Josse who is so dissatisfied with the scheme of things that she plans to break from her soulless family in a dramatic way. There is Monsieur Ozu – a I Japanese gentleman with whom she can actually converse – N the patrician Monsieur Arthens, a food critic whose death F O brings change to the scheme of things – what an assortment of R characters who float across the scene, contributing much to M this tapestry. A T I O N One of my favourites is Manuela, a Portuguese cleaning woman and Renee best friend. When Manuela comes to visit she is never without some daintily wrapped morsel to accompany their coffee. They enjoy good conversation and laughter and together create a little island of grace and humour. N This is not a book to be skimmed – it contains many short E chapters, sad, funny, perceptive, philosophical – all couched in W writing of great economy and elegance. Strangely, I found this S book a little difficult to get into but I’m so glad I persisted. When I was going through the book again in order to write this recommendation, I kept getting carried away and enjoying it all over again. It is the sort of book that, once read, I can pick up and re-enjoy which ever chapter I land on. I was a little dubious about choosing this book, only because I wasn’t sure that I could do it justice. It is a beautifully-crafted funny, moving and wise book that awaits you in your library. I hope nobody makes it into a film. Don’t be daunted – just take your time and give it a go! P.S. The Library also stocks Muriels Barbery’s new short novel “The Gourmet” which further develops the story of the previously mentioned Monsieur Arthens. Marg Whibley ROBE LIONS EVENT Robe Lions Inter-Club and Community Picnic Day. Saturday 17 April Venue: Long Beach Lions Rotunda. Start time 12 noon. Barbecue and entertainment provided. Open invitation to the Robe and District community to attend. Support your local Lions Club and have an enjoyable afternoon as well! 4 C O M M U N I T Y N E W S THE LIONS CLUB OF ROBE AND DISTRICT INC 105379 District 201 C2 Chartered 12.06.09 Region 4 Zone 10 Postal Address: PO Box 301 Robe SA 5276 The following hire rates and hire conditions apply to all Lions Club equipment for 2010, effective from Wednesday 27th January, 2010. Item Lions Rate for 2010 6x6 Marquee $220.00 6x12 Marquee $350.00 Round Tables and all Trestles White Linen Tablecloths $10.00 White Plastic Chairs $2.00ea BBQ (3-4 burner) $40.00 ea Gas Bottle 9kg $20.00 ea per hire Coffee Urn $25.00 ea per hire $12.00 CONDITIONS OF HIRE 1. All repairs are the responsibility of the Hirer, as are all costs for loss, theft or replacement. 2. Reasonable notice of hire bookings should be provided to assist with organisation. 3. Robe and District Lions Club accepts no responsibility for personal or property damage while equipment is in the care of the Hirer. 4. Hire Rates are on a “DAILY BASIS”. Any goods returned after 24 hours will be charged for the following day if not negotiated prior. 5. All items are hired on a “GOOD FAITH” basis. No guarantee of suitability. 6. All hired equipment is to be returned in a clean, dry condition or the Hirer will be charged cleaning costs. 7. No responsibility accepted for any damage to underground services unless a plan is supplied prior to setup. 8. Setting up of equipment is included in the hire charge. Transport of hired equipment beyond 5km will incur a nominal charge The funds raised through the hire of equipment will contribute to the maintenance and replacement of hire equipment as well as to the administration costs of the club and community projects. CONTACT DURING BUSINESS HOURS: Rolf Petrovic: 8768 2866, Hire Coordinator Telecross REDi—A free life‐saving service during extreme weather events The Telecross REDi service supports people by regularly calling them during heatwaves and other extreme weather events. Telecross REDi will be activated by the South Australian Department for Families and Communities, when an extreme weather event is declared. Telecross REDi assists vulnerable and isolated people to prepare for and cope with extreme weather events. In January and February 2009, South Australia suffered a heatwave that claimed many lives and hospital‐ ized many more. Telecross REDi provides security for clients and their families and carers, who are assured that their loved ones are contacted regularly during extreme weather events. Red Cross volunteers call pre‐registered clients up to three times a day to check on their wellbeing. The volunteers discuss how they are coping and remind them of important meas‐ ures to assist them through the extreme weather event. If a call goes unanswered, an emergency procedure is activated to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the client. Anyone in the community who is likely to need or want phone support during extreme weather events is encourages to register for this service. In particular people who live alone, have a disability, are housebound, frail, aged, recovering from an illness or accident, or have an ongoing illness, such as diabetes or a heart condi‐ tion. Carers of vulnerable people are also encouraged to register, as they may also be at risk during an extreme weather event. Telecross REDi is free. Donations are welcome if you wish to make a contribution. Registrations can be made by phone, by you, a carer, social worker, doctor, family member or friend. Some people who receive services from Domiciliary Care, Meals on Wheels and the Royal District Nursing Service can be assisted to register through their staff. To contact Telecross REDi 1800 188 071 or 08 8100 4697 or [email protected] 5 ROBE COMMUNITY GYM – COMMUNITY CONSULTATION The town of Robe does not currently have a community gym that residents or visitors are able to access throughout the year. A great deal of interest has been expressed in such a facility and through previous investigation it is obvious the community is keen to explore the concept further. A steering committee has now engaged a consultant Jeff Dry from One Eighty Sport and Leisure Solutions to further explore the community gym possibility. As such data is currently being gathered into the feasibility of establishing a community gym in Robe. As either a local resident or regular visitor to Robe, your feedback is being sought on this issue through an on-line survey. All you need to do is open up the link below. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6KYBH2F It would be appreciated if you could find 5 minutes or so to complete the survey electronically or if you do not have access to a computer you can collect a copy of the survey from the Public Library or Visitor Information Centre and fill it in there and place in the Return Survey box. This is an exciting opportunity for local people to have their say about a community gym so you are encouraged to make a contribution to this consultation process. If you want to get more information or have a chat to the consultant working on the project then you are invited to email or phone: Jeff Dry One Eighty Sport and Leisure Solutions [email protected] Mobile 0408 254 489 PLAYGROUP AT ROBE KINDERGARTEN IMPORTANT NOTICE Due to the high number of children enrolled, Robe Kindergarten is unable to offer Playgroup in 2010. Please know that we have appreciated the support and company of parents and carers who have attended Playgroup to date. We’ve loved getting to know your children in their lead up to kindy. There is always the possibility that we may be in a position to resume hosting Playgroup some time in the future and we will keep you posted if we do. Playgroup needn’t finish for good though. Weekly gatherings are a wonderful way for new parents to connect with other families in the community. We therefore propose that interested people continue to meet up at the playground, at least for the warmer months. Those who attend may wish to discuss future and Winter alternatives such as the RSL Hall (Robe Kindy would be happy to loan some activity equipment if this were used). ‘INFORMAL’ PLAYGROUP - ALL WELCOME Wednesday mornings, 10-11.30 am Town foreshore playground Thank you for your understanding. Sally Smith (Kindergarten Director) & Julie Hinchliffe (Playgroup Coordinator) In conjunction with the Robe Kindergarten Governing Council. Julie is happy to be contacted by anyone with ideas or who is motivated to set up and coordinate a more formal playgroup - phone 8768 2587 or meet at the playground. KINGSTON/ROBE WOMEN’S HEALTH ADVISORY GROUP Are celebrating CREATIVE ART WORKSHOP IN ROBE THE CENTENARY OF INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY Come along and create in 1 day a unique painting/collage on canvas, using mixed media techniques under the guidance of professional South Australian artist JoJo Spook. This workshop is designed for beginners and creative people who would like to try something new in a relaxed environment. SATURDAY 13 TH MARCH 2010 10 am to 3pm KINGSTON DISTRICT HALL STALLS PRESENTATIONS BBQ DEMONSTRATIONS MUSIC DISPLAYS WELLBEING SERVICES FOOD STALLS VARIETY OF PRODUCE AVAILABLE LUCKY DOOR PRIZES FREE TEA AND COFFEE GOLD COIN DONATION EVERY ONE WELCOME TO COME CELEBRATE THIS SPECIAL DAY!! April - 10th Time - 10 am-4 pm Cost - $100, materials & canvas included Contact - JoJo Spook 0410566198 or [email protected] Bookings essential 6 MEALS ON WHEELS ROSTER—MACRH MONDAY WK 1 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 1st March 2nd March 3rd March 4th March 5th March Sally LeCornu Pam Robinson Margie McKay Di Nolan Margot Hinge Babilly Bruce Jan Fisk Helen Lynch Jan Wheal Richard Fairweather 8th March Peter Duly Suzanne Duly 9th March Patsy Grummett Nev Grummett 10th March Chris Davidson Jeanette Seaton 11th March Sharon Petrovic Heidi Tonkin 12th March Jenny Stevenson Natalie Ling WK 3 15th March Charmaine Regnier 16th March Irene Johns Mary McInerney 17th March Alan Lawson 18th March Rosemary Williams 19th March Marion Dawson WK 4 22nd March 23rd March 24th March 25th March 26th March Tessa Levinge Joan Wintle Marg Gibbons Jenny Mathews Fay Hartwig Irene Stratford Harvey Stratford Jo Woodward 29th March 30th March 31st March Ann Thorpe Don Thorpe Ruth Dening Cathy Carter Bernice Green Anne Wilkinson WK 2 WK 5 RESERVES FRIDAY Margie McKay 8768 2164 Irene Stratford 8768 1824 Jan Wheal 0408 832 334 For alterations or additions to meals please contact Kingston Hospital 8767 0222 If your roster day is not convenient please arrange a replacement. Thank you Jenny Mathews Roster co-ordinator 8768 2616 Need a lift? Robe Community Bus The bus driver for March will be Gary Thomas phone 0409 357 292. If you wish to go to Mt Gambier on 26 March please ring Gary on the above phone number. The bus will pick you up at 8.00am and return to Robe at 5.30pm. The return fare is $17.00. The bus also runs every Thursday morning for local shopping, bank, post office, library etc. You will be picked up at approximately 10.30am and returned to your home at between 12.15 and 12.30pm. Please ring the bus driver on the above phone number so they know who and where to pick up. Australian Government Mobile Offices The Australian Government Mobile Servicing Unit will be visiting Robe on Tuesday 16 March 2010, located at the Robe Foreshore. The Service assists people with new claims for Centrelink payments; updating Centrelink & Medicare information; confirming customer documents; information on how financial matters may impact Centrelink payments; payment and service options to suit individual circumstances; social work support; Medicare enrolments. This service is aimed primarily at supporting and assisting all rural residents. Visit www.centrelink.gov.au for more information. Nathalie Ling, Hon Secretary Phone: 0419 183 444 Robe Combined Probus Club Robe Uniting Church Meeting on Tuesday 16 March 2010 at 10.00 at the Bowling Club. Tooroki Campsite Annual Meeting then a visit to the youth centre and new church. 11.00 am New members most welcome. Enquiries: Rosemary Williams 8768 2388 Jan Fisk 8768 2139 Robe Art Gallery 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday’s in a month Kingston SE New Life centre Extension Services ROBE Come and join us at the RSL Hall at 3.00 pm on the following Sundays: Open daily from 10am to 5pm in the Lapwing Gallery on the southern side of the Robe Institute. Paintings by local artists for sale. All welcome to browse or buy…. Free Admission!!! If gallery not open contact: Bernice Green 8768 2114 Chris Davidson 8768 2594 14th & 28th March 25th April 2nd, 16th & 30th May 13th & 27th June Please contact Ps Kobus or Janet Oliver on 8768 7268/ 0424 891 598 7 Mediterranean roast beef GOLDEN OLDIES SOCIAL GROUP Meetings held in RSL Hall R and vegetables E C I INGREDIENTS P 1.5kg piece fresh eye of silverside beef E 1/3 cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil 3 March Bus picks up from 10.00 am for trip to Millicent ‘Living History Museum’. Bring some lunch money. O F 6 whole (150g) baby onions 17 March Home week, games, coffee and a chat. salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 medium (360g) zucchinis, halved T lengthways H 6 medium (450g) egg tomatoes, halved E 3 finger (180g) eggplants, halved lengthM O N T H ways 2 medium (400g) yellow capsicums, quartered 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons shredded fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves 1 tablespoon drained baby capers NOTE: This recipe is best made close to serving. METHOD Preheat oven to moderately hot (200°C). Rub beef with 2 teaspoons of the olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat a further 1 tablespoon of the oil in a flameproof baking dish; add beef and cook until browned all over. Add onions to the dish, transfer dish to oven; roast in a moderately hot oven for 20 minutes. Place prepared vegetables around beef in dish. Roast for a further 40 minutes or until the beef is done as desired. Remove beef from dish, cover with foil and stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, increase oven temperature to very hot (250°C). Return the vegetables to the oven, then roast for a further 10 minutes or until they are browned and tender. Drizzle the vegetables with the remaining oil, vinegar, herbs, capers and salt and pepper to taste. Serve the thinly sliced beef with the vegetable mixture. Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Programme for February—April 2010 31 March Bus picks up from 11.00 am for lunch at Lucindale pub (bring some lunch money). Tour of Avenue Emu Farm and check out Limestone Coast Cheese Co. on the way home if there’s time. 14 April Home week, games, coffee and a chat. 28 April Bus picks up from 1.00 pm to visit ‘Robarra’ Barramundi Aquaculture farm. Coffee afterwards in Robe (group choice of venue on the day). If you have any queries please ring Kelli on 8762 4389 Robe Sea Change Group Program for March/April 2010 Meetings held in the RSL hall, 1-3pm unless otherwise specified 10 March We will be going to the Millicent Visitor Information Centre. Pick up time will be at 11.00 am. Bring along some money for lunch and in case we do a bit of shopping. 24 March This will be a home day, we will be having a cuppa, and chat plus playing some games. 7 April We will be having afternoon tea by the sea. Pick up time is at one. 21 April This will be a home day. We will be playing games. Chatting and having a hot cuppa. Any queries please don’t hesitate to ring Cindy on 8767 2248 after 7pm! All outings are subjected to weather conditions. “Youth is waste on the young” Ovarian Cancer Awareness Everywoman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do. Symptoms may include: Abdominal bloating; Unexplained abdominal or pelvic pain; Feeling full and/ or difficulty eating; Increased urinary urgency or change in bowel habits. More information can be found at www.ovariancancer.net.au 8 KINGSTON TAFE LEARNING CENTRE NEWS Office Computing Want to improve your computing skills? Come and join the Office Computing course. It offers a self paced class with a choice of competencies including Word processing, Spreadsheets, Database, Email, Internet, Desktop publishing, Data show presentations and Website development. There are simple and complex levels of these programs depending on your skill level. Office 2003 and 2007 on computers. You can bring your own laptop. Course cost and length depend on the competency being studied. The course starts on Feb 15th running Monday nights, 6.30pm to 9.30pm. Business Administration Certificate courses Want to return to the workforce, change careers, upgrade your business administration skills? Business Administration Certificates 2 or 3 may interest you. Study can be full-time, using video-conference and computer classes along with external study. Classes start Feb 15th. For more details on these or any TAFE course, please contact Julie Phillips at Kingston TAFE Learning Centre. Office Hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 12.00 to 4.30pm Phone 87672475 Fax 87672069 Email [email protected] Robe Primary School Easter Fete! Tarooki A new era at Tarooki was recognised this weekend as 170 people from Adelaide, across the Limestone Coast region and from all local Christian denominations gathered on-site at Robe to officially dedicate the new Uniting Church. The modern function centre, drafted by Mt. Gambier architects, built by a Naracoorte builder and serviced by local tradesmen, has been built to become not only the new spiritual home of the Robe Congregation, but a multipurpose facility to complement the existing campsite. It will also provide a place for teaching, learning, and family functions which, it is hoped, will encourage new people to enjoy Robe. Rev. Dr. Ian Price spoke during the service about the many people using these new facilities; “While they are in this peaceful place, looking at the spectacular view they will have an opportunity to come closer to God.” The new facility is a large open space area well equipped with sound and visual technology including an interactive white board, enabling use for a wide variety of specialist teaching methods or conference activities. The spacious kitchen area is suitable for light catering, and copying and printing facilities are also available. Round tables make the area suitable for both conferences, activities or catered functions. Catering by Adam Brooks catering may be arranged through the booking officer. While the building will be used as a worship centre for the local congregation on each weekend, it is available for hire for other activities through the “Tarooki” booking officer. Trash & Treasure Do you have any Trash or Treasure? Your trash could become someone else’s treasure!! We will be holding our trash & treasure stall once again at our MONSTER Easter fete! If you have any items you would like to donate please drop them off at the school! If you need any goods picked up please contact Sarah 8768 2972 or Bec 8768 2502 We’d love to help you clear out that shed or spare room! Thank you for your support! On behalf of the Parents & Friends committee. The Christian community of Robe gathered at the opening of the new Uniting Church Church Opening 3 (L-R): Peter Duly, Gert Fawk, Suzanne Duly, Marion Fennell, Rosemary Williams, Daisy Meaney, Bernice Green, Pat Heinze, Claire DeLaine, Betty and Gordon Allsop 9 EIGHTH VISIT TO MILLICENT BY MOBILE BREAST X-RAY UNIT BreastScreen SA’s mobile unit will in April 2010 begin its eighth visit to Millicent, to provide free screening mammograms (breast x-rays) for more than 1,000 local women. It will again be located at the Civic and Arts Centre car park on Ridge Terrace. Breast screening begins in early April and depending on demand, will conclude in mid May 2010. Invitations for existing clients will be posted progressively from first to last due, and new clients are welcome. For appointments, phone 13 20 50 for the cost of a local call. A doctor’s referral is not required. This free government service is primarily recommended for all women aged 50 to 69 without breast symptoms. It is estimated that for individual women in this age group, having a screening mammogram every two years reduces the chance of dying from breast cancer by about 40%. Women aged 40 to 49 and over 70 are also eligible for screening and are very welcome to phone for an appointment if they wish to attend. BreastScreen SA’s Promotions and Education Manager, Karen Shepherd, said the two biggest risk factors for breast cancer are being a woman and being over 50. “Further, nine out of 10 women who get breast cancer have no family history of this disease,” she said. “While breast cancer cannot be prevented, the best way to detect it early is by having a mammogram every two years. Screening can detect most breast cancers, including some too small to be felt.” Ms Shepherd emphasized that one screening mammogram is not enough to last a lifetime. “So if you’re a woman over 50, have one every two years on the mobile unit in Millicent,” she said. “With early detection, there is a greater chance of successful treatment.” WOMENS HEALTH DR JANE THIEL (RFDS) will be visiting the Robe Medical Centre 11th March 2010 For appointments please contact the Medical Centre on 8768 2012 S P O R T S The Mobile Breast X‐Ray Unit on the road Bowls notes Our Ladies Champion Fours team, B Hunt, B Mathews, S Duly and J Hardy played well against the Millicent ladies over 12 ends. However, whilst in the lead till the ninth end, we lost this match to the best team of the day. Congrats to our Millicent neighbours. May they continue to win at Region Champion of Champion events at Naracoorte in April. On the 15th February Chris, Valma, Carmel and Bet travelled to Lucindale. Lucindale has at this time, one of the better greens in our Associated should one seek a finals venue. Their other green (out back), has an untold character—yet for us to tame! Wednesday 17 February Twilight bowls was once again held with thirty competitors—S Murphy, T Hondow and N visitors top scored with 30 points—runner up team was J Harnath (Horsham), R Williams, and visitors. Twilight bowls E continues thanks to Starkies Butchers and the Bendigo Bank—thank you for your continues support. Mixed fours was W the event of the day on 18 February. Winners were E Jennings, D Salter, J Ludwig, V Jennings—runner up team was B S Nankivell, M Hinge, D Seaton and P Duly. Men’s Open Fours Event on 4 March at Robe—all members please place your name on club board to enter this home event. A special welcome to all our Tatiara and Western Victorian visitors/ players to our Club. We have also been able to assist many folk to participate in many ways to play bowls. Recently the club received a thank you letter from Maurice Corcoran showing his appreciation to the member of the Robe Bowling Club. Bob Dolan is our Robe Club Champion taking the singles title at Robe greens on Sunday 24 January, with 26 shots to 20. Congratulations Bob. Runner up was Errol Jennings. Both players (using all their shots in their bags) had all the supporters on their tiptoes. Bob will represent Robe at Association level at Mount Gambier on 27 March. 20 players participated in our Mens Singles Event this year. Worthy of mention was semi final match between Mark Denton and Bob Dolan 20-21, also Errol Jennings defeating Jake Golding 21-18. C Dawson, J Ludwig & C Davidson defeated P Dening, V Jennings & S Duly by 2 shots. These ladies will compete in Naracoorte at Association level on 1st March. Skipper Carmel Dawson is a Robe Club Stalwart: she is on Committees, an ever regular bowler and worker for our club. Still one of our most active members. Twilight bowls winners on 20 January were M Dolan, E Zammit, Bev M and T Grummett with 27 points. On 21 January the Whiting family from Hamilton won the evenings competition. On 27 January twilight bowls winners were B Stainton, E Zammitt, Bev M and T Grummett with 30 points. Thursday 28 January 37 players participated; winners were D Hardy, V Jennings & M Nishop, runners up were E Jennings, H Dawson & P Duly, along with R Bermingham, C Davidson & Mr. Williams. Pennant teams played at home on 6 February—Division 3 team lost to Mount Gambier RSL Red. Division 4 Mixed Gender team once again proved a point or two as Robe defeated Naracoorte RSL team 84-14 points to 72-2 points. Much jubilation at the clubhouse because of this win. The Division 3 players are just holding their ladder position by the smallest margin—when looking at a final’s berth. While Division 4 are noticeably on the improve. Bernice, Rosemary, Suzanne & Bet travelled to Beachport on Thursday 5 February and had an enjoyable day, despite the rain. It’s great to see the Campbells, the Dinnings, and the Hinge families here from the Upper South East, also Sandy Leopold & John Harnath from Horsham. 10 Draw & Drive Yoga in Robe (Robe studio—The Robe Institute) Organic Hatha yoga lessons that will nurture body, mind & spirit through gentle movement and meditation. Tuesday: 9.00 am—10.30 am 7.00 pm—8.00 pm Thursday: New class starting 11th March 9.00 am—9.30 am 7.00 pm—8.00 pm Restorative class (Meditation/ Relaxation) All classes $12 plus gold coin donation towards hall hire. I will be introducing Pranayama (Yogic breathing) classes as of March 9th, practices before Yoga class. Tuesday 8.45 am—9.30 am 6.15 pm—7.00 pm Thursday 8.45 am—9.30 am In the spirit of Yogic tradition, there will be no charge for these classes, however donations (offerings) of any description will always be welcome. -All classes suitable for any age group & fitness level -Beginners always welcome Reconnect with the breath and allow tranquility back into your life… Pamela Gibson Accredited member of YTAA—ABN 93139297460 Ph: 8768 2068 Mobile: 0402 730 785 Em: [email protected] Call Heather for details: ph/ fax 8768 2537 Does your body need a tune‐up? FEEL BETTER naturally Kinesiology, massage, acupressure & more Emotional and mental health Study results Behaviour challenges Q2 detoxifying footbath Distributor for many natural products Miessence certified organic products Www.bodytune.mionegroup.com Lifewave patches for pain relief, energy, sleep is‐ sues and detoxifying the body 4Life products—immune system support Tri‐Nature environmentally friendly eg. dish washing & washing products DENTIST DR R.M.MILNER BDS ROBE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE 1 SMILLIE STREET ROBE TELEPHONE: 8523 1716 \0407 608 570 Consulting Dates MARCH Thursday 18th & Friday 19th May Thursday 6th & Friday 7th, Thursday 27th & Friday 28th My reading of history convinces me that most bad government results from too much government. Thomas Jefferson 11 Bowen Therapist Naomi Hutchison 8768 2720 Gentle, Fast, Effective Treatment for Back pain, Neck, Shoulder, Elbow, Knee, Hamstring and other musculoskeletal problems. No adjustment is used, only gentle moves on muscles and connective tissue, encouraging the body to heal itself. Member of the Bowen Therapy Academy of Australia Claimable with some major health funds on selected tables. In Robe— 1 March 2010 KNEADY THERAPIES Do you suffer from any of the following ailments? Sinus headaches Back pain Sore feet Neck and shoulder pain General aches and pains. Take some time out to visit Elise Lehmann at Kneady Therapies to help relieve your ailments with— Foot Reflexology Sports massage Anma, Japanese massage Myofascial Release Cranio-Sacral Therapy Contact Elise on 0438 202 342 -Remedial & Therapeutic Massage -Myotherapy -Craniosacral Therapy -Foot Reflexology -Herbal & Aromatic Medicine -Emotional Counselling Claimable with private health funds Conditions which may benefit include muscle, back, neck & shoulder pain, sciatica, skin conditions, headaches, PMT, emotional stress, pregnancy. Dr. Tamara Justus (BSc Hons. PhD. Dip RT Drp Arom.) Phone: 8768 1932 Mobile: 0408 858 735 for appointments 12 Robe Beachport Recycle Yard st Summer Hours (1 Dec – End of March) Opening Times: Sunday/Monday/Wednesday/ Thursday/Friday 8.00-12pm Please Contact Heidi Gribble on 0409 671 326 Dog’s Best Friend ARE YOU: Going on Holiday? Unwell or unable to walk your dog? Phone Guy 0437 793 245 VHS to DVD’s Have your VHS tapes transferred to DVD’s. I can also transfer footage to DVD’s direct from your video camera. 35mm Slides and Film Negatives to CD Have your slides and Negatives saved to CD. Basic Computer Operation I am also able to provide assistance with basic computer operations such as using Microsoft Word, Excel, Works and various other programs. Typing If you have any documents such as resume’s, letters, notes etc. that you would like typed up please contact me. Please call Fiona on 08 8768 2561 or 0427 118 127 Feeding: $7.50 per visit Feeding and walking: $ 12.00 per day Poultry, horse, cats, birds, snakes, but no spiders please…. 13 Web Design I Certified MYOB Consultant Bookkeeping I Payroll Services Cassie Bermingham PO Box 486 Robe SA 5276 t + 0417 854 636 | e + [email protected] ABN 29 881 989 947 Sharon Pettit now troubleshooting for your: Computer Home Administration Website design or alterations Internet and Connections ALSO SUPPLYING Toshiba laptops and a range of PC’s Virus Protection Software MYOB & Quicken Software Printers and consumables Modems, USB’s Mice, DVD’s, CD’s STRONG Digital Set-top boxes now available Contact: Sharon on 0448 682014 14 Limestone Coast ANTENNAS Ph 0400 068 682 ROACHY’S COMPLETE GARDENS ABN 71 686 810 981 Bld 183565 Located @ Robe SA TELEVISION Antenna (Technicians) 2010 Autumn SPECIAL: “Australiana” & “Funky” SERIES Fashion Fittings GARY DeBOO CARS Looking to buy or sell a car? Talk to us. We will endeavour to find the right car for you Phone: Gary:0428 823 214 OR Pam: 0412 039 891 LVD: 181120 Dingo’s Lawn and Garden’s ABN: 590 952 438 69 Lawn Mowing Landscaping Garden work FREE QUOTES AVAILABLE Lawn Mowing Garden Maintenance Garden Landscaping Small Irrigation Turf Preparation/Laying Contact Brad Roach T: 0427 313 223 Need Storage? Robe Storage has available for short or long term lease storage in clean & secure area. Suitable for small boats, cars, furniture & general use. Competitive rates... Contact Janette Mort on 0408 854 527 Robe Yacht Club Hire Cost per day: $220.00 Cost per meeting: (2-3hrs) $82.50 BBQ Hire: $16.50 Kitchen Hire: $22.00 All prices include GST For enquires or bookings please contact: Ph: 08 8768 2028 Fax: 08 8768 2566 Email: [email protected] Daniel McKenny Ph: 0417 381 783 TV Antenna Systems -Wide Format Printing -Labels & Stickers -Vinyl Signs -Digital Images -Business Signage Ross & Anna England Ph: 08 8735 8600 15 Est. 1983 Lic. No 200017T -Lawn mowing, tree and shrub lopping -Small garden upgrades -Repairs, maintenance and installation of watering systems -Odd jobs Contact: Harry Keaveney Ph: 08 8768 2393 Mobile: 0407 799 788 ROBE EARTHMOVERS Welcome enquiries for: M.R. HORTICULTURE GARDEN RESTORATION AND RENOVATION Building better gardens Block clearing or filling Trenching Boring holes Cleaning up building & domestic debris Rural work Supply of rubble & top soil General excavating Phone Trevor on 0408 856273 or 87682186 Contact Mark Phone: 0409 019 888 every detail by design Brian, Naomi & Mark design, manufacture & installation of all your cabinets & joinery Kitchens Robes Bathrooms Storage Stairs Shop fitting Renovation New Ph 8768 1831 Email [email protected] Building Contractors Licence No 176922 16 ROB’S CLEANING SERVICE LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATING IN ROBE FOR OVER 10 YEARS Carpets & Upholstery: Cleaned, freshened & sanitized by the water extraction method. Windows: Improve your outlook on life – have us clean your windows & screens. Lawns: Servicing Robe and Long Beach areas. Telephone: 08 8768 2865 Mobile: 0429 670437 24 h our tow ing S PO EFT lable i ava Specializing in: Body and Paint Repairs Welding Rust Proofing Windscreens Ph: 8768 2009 Fax: 8768 2517 Mob: 0432 580 157 BroCart Licenced Builders BLD 106160 Carpentry, Additions & Alterations, Concreting, Sub Contracting, Pergolas, Tiling, Bathroom Renovations, Shed Erection & New Homes. Call Dean 0401 004 043 Clear as mud Window cleaning Gutter clearing Guy 0437 793 245 Obligation free quote with competitive prices LIMESTONE COAST CUSTOM FRAMING ABN: 45032824229 Contact us for a quote on all your photographic, art and craft picture framing requirements. Contact: Kylie 27 Powell Avenue PO Box 1014, ROBE SA 5276 Ph: 0427 682 882 Email: [email protected] CARPETS UPHOLSTERY WINDOWS & SCREENS VACUUM SERVICE MATTRESS SANITIZING CONCRETE & PAVERS FLOOR TILES & GROUT TIMBER FLOOR BUFFING 17 To introduce Robe to the family behind 3R Property Maintenance. In October 2009 the Jones family, Haydn, Ellouise and Malachy moved to Robe from Adelaide. After coming down for holidays, staying at our beautiful caravan parks for many years before choosing to pack up there home and make the sea change to Robe from the big city. Malachy has just started kindy so if you see him remember to say HI. Ellouise is currently studying to be a midwife at Flinders Uni in Adelaide so she is travelling back and forth a bit. She has recently been out with our community midwife and enjoyed meeting some of the new mums in Robe. Haydn has been kept busy with the start of their new business 3R Property Maintenance servicing Robe and the Limestone Coast. He has almost not been seen at the local bowling club since starting the business. (see advert below) 3R Haydn Jones epairs estorations enovations Mat’s Plumbing PO Box 114, ROBE SA 5276 General Plumbing Gas Fitting & Maintenance Phone/Fax: 8768 2878 Mobile: 0427 682 878 abn 35 592 187 979 Lic/Reg No PGE 176769 Lic: PGE 158682 20 Main South Eastern Rd ROBE 5276 Mobile 0431766674 Em: [email protected] Property Maintenance Specializing in all your Repairs, Restorations and Renovations needs We also offer real-estate packages– maximise the value of your home before selling as well as all your maintenance on rentals and holiday homes. Domestic and commercial. All enquiries welcome. Emergency Call Outs Real Pensioner discounts Your Building Maintenance Solutions Carpentry~Gyprock~Tiling Paving~Decking~Painting General building repairs internal & external… And the small jobs in between. Enquiries welcome anytime Mark Facy 0428 844311 18 March 2010 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 World Day of Prayer Uniting Church 10.30 6 7 8 Adelaide Cup Day 9 Council Meeting 5pm 10 11 12 13 International Women’s Day Centenary celebrations 14 15 16 DAP Meeting 10.30 am -Government Mobile Service Unit 17 18 19 Newsletter ads DUE Lucindale Field Days 20 Lucindale Field Days 21 22 23 24 25 26 RSL Bus—Mount Gambier 27 28 Free E-Waste Recycling Day—Robe Landfill 29 30 Newsletter distributed 31 1 April 2 Good Friday 3 4 5 Easter Monday 6 7 8 9 10 General Waste—Robe Township (to Drain L Bridge) General Waste—Longbeach Area (East of Drain L Bridge) Recycling- Robe Township (to Drain L Bridge) Recycling—Longbeach Area (East of Drain L Bridge) C A L E N D A R E T C . Landfill Operating Times Thought for the month… Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun May you find peace and always have hope. Anonymous 10.00 – 11.00am 10.00—11.00am 10.00—11.00am 10.00—11.00am 10.00—11.00am CLOSED 2.00 – 3.00pm Landfill Fees 8 T O U G H S U D O K U 6 3 2 1 9 7 2 1 2 7 5 4 8 3 7 8 6 5 4 1 3 Boot Load 6’x4’ Trailer, Car Type Utes 8’x5’ Trailer or similar/Large Ute Single Axle Truck Tandem/Bogie Axle Truck Semi Tipper Truck Car Bodies $10.00 $15.00 $27.00 $70.00 $110.00 $160.00 $10.00 Robe landfill is closed on Christmas Day, Good Friday, Anzac Day and on Total Fire Ban Days declared for the Lower South East of S.A. Half price for pensioners for car boot load only on production of pension card. opening of the landfill outside of normal operating hours will incur a $220.00 fee. Green Waste products that are segregated and do not require mulching eg. Lawn clippings, leaves etc., can be dumped free of charge within the Landfill area during the opening times. Normal Landfill Fees will apply to any Green Waste Product that requires mulching. Contaminate-free clean fill material (100 mm or less in size) will be accepted at no charge. 19 Publication Details The Community Newsletter is published, edited, designed, printed and delivered by the District Council of Robe. Community groups and organisations wishing to submit items should forward their information to Kellie Jordan at the District Council of Robe by the third Friday of each month. It is preferred that items are emailed to [email protected] however handwritten items will be accepted and can be dropped into the Council office, posted to PO Box 1, Robe SA 5276, or faxed on 08 8768 2432. The views and opinions expressed in articles submitted to the District Council of Robe do not necessarily reflect the views of the Council as a body, nor as individual members. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy in published articles submitted by contributors other than Council, no responsibility is accepted for any errors that they may contain. Council reserves the right to edit or not publish any editorial submission. Postage Paid Australia District Council of Robe Mayor Cr Peter Riseley T/F 08 8768 1834 M 0428 178 381 E [email protected] Mayor William Peden T 08 8768 1924 F 08 8768 2812 M 0408 554 529 T 08 8768 2003 E [email protected] Town Ward F 08 8768 2432 Cr Rino Dell’Antonio Rural Ward Website T 08 8768 2907 www.council.robe.sa.gov.au Deputy Mayor F 08 8768 2917 M 0407 454 647 Cr David Loxton Email E rino.dell’[email protected] T/F 08 8734 2065 [email protected] M 0429 147 775 Cr Jenny Mathews E [email protected] T/F 08 8768 2616 M 0408 897 503 E [email protected] Royal Circus, Robe PO Box 1, Robe SA 5276 Cr Ned Wright T 08 8768 1899 M 0413 750 804 E [email protected] Cr Rolf Petrovic T 08 8768 2866 F 08 8768 2877 M 0408 852 365 E [email protected] 20
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