Preston Press - Donnybrook Community Resource Centre
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Preston Press - Donnybrook Community Resource Centre
Preston Press Donnybrook & Balingup Community News On-line at www.donnybrook.crc.net.au/pp JUNE 2015 FREE Fire Brigades rev up training in the off season BartonJones Wines opens cellar door Wine, Mitz and song (well, music) were all present to mark the occasion in a suitable style. See photos and article on page 15. Photo, above: Jackie Barton pours a tasty drop. Supported by: INSIDE: p9: Fracking reality? What is it? p 20: Tuia Lodge Extensions p 21: Controlling Cotton Bush p31: ICE, not nice. Hear about it. Argyle Irishtown Bushfire Brigade’s volunteer DFES trained facilitators are running our off season programme to help householders in the Argyle Irishtown district to prepare for the next fire season. NOW is the time while we have time to set you up with information and think about a plan to keep safe next season. Street Coordinators are providing information to individual residents via talking to their neighbours, emails, the Bushfire Ready Facebook page, pamphlets and community events. Is there a Street Coordinator in your street yet? Local residents are learning about how to create a Bushfire Survival Plan and know when and how to enact their plan. Both individuals and families are given advice on ways to be prepared for the fire season and reduce fuel loads on their property. This is the time to do it! To be a Street Coordinator for part of your street in Irishtown or Argyle you need to email the Argyle Irishtown Bushfire Ready Group on [email protected] and Rae McPherson or Sandra Fussell will let you know when the next initial training morning will be. The initial training will be a one hour Sunday morning or afternoon session in your area to work out if you really want to be part of this team. Likewise, if you know someone who has good social skills who would be a likely Street Coordinator let them know that the Bushfire Ready Group would like to hear from them. All training will be provided free of charge. Street Coordinators will provide information from DFES to residents on bushfire preparedness and response strategies. DFES provides insurance cover for Street Coordinators while they are carrying out their Bushfire Ready activities. Householders will be provided with information though informal neighbourhood get-togethers in a local park, open space or someone’s property. Walking tours to look at your property will then be able to assess the householders’ preparedness. Assessment of your property will be with the help of expertise from the local Argyle Irishtown Bushfire Brigade where needed or expertise can be provided by DFES. Consequently through this training and during a fire a Bushfire Ready group of residents will be able to help each other, know what to do and how to monitor conditions themselves. This way they will be less reliant on people outside their community. Remember, if you know someone who has good social skills who would be a likely Street Coordinator let them know the Bushfire Ready Group would like to hear from them. WE NEED YOU in the Argyle Irishtown Bushfire area. Please contact us on [email protected] or Sandra on sjfussell@ westnet.com.au . Photo: Jess Parker from Argyle Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade and Candice Dahlstrom from Thomson Brook Brigade demonstrating what a fire truck does. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 1 CRC Chat Co-ordinator: Frances Kilpatrick Editor and advertising: Carolyn Austin Reporters: Pamela Harrison, Eliza Miller, Sue Dennis, Tony Jessup Phone: 9731 2177 Fax: 9731 2188 Email: [email protected] Website: www.donnybrook.crc.net.au If you are connected with a community group or event, please share it with us by sending the details and a photo to the above email address. Deadlines for the July issue are Tuesday 23 June for ads and Thursday 25 June for articles. Please submit anything for inclusion before those dates. The Preston Press reserves the right to use the reverse of paid inserts for community news and to edit articles and letters submitted. The views expressed in this newsletter are those of the individual contributors. View the Preston Press online at www.donnybrook.crc. net.au/pp. For further information contact the Donnybrook CRC at: [email protected] or call us. The Preston Press currently has a circulation of 2000 copies monthly and is available FREE for pick-up at these localities within the Shire: Donnybrook Community Resource Centre, Supa IGA, Donnybrook Newsagency, Fruit Barn, Donnybrook & Balingup Post Offices, DonnyBOOKS, Donnybrook Visitor Centre, Donnybrook Hardware & Garden, Donnybrook Library, Shire Office, Donnybrook Country Club, Kirup Roadhouse, Newy’s Veg Shop Kirup, Kirup Roadhouse, Cubby House Café, Mullalyup’s Royal Gala Tours and Balingup General Store as well as online in colour at www.donnybrook.crc.net.au/pp ADVERTISING THAT REACHES ALL OVER THE SHIRE READ THE PRESTON PRESS ON-LINE, SAVE TREES Would you would like to save paper, have access to the Preston Press before it reaches the shops and read it in glorious colour? Email prestonpress@ westnet.com.au with ‘subscribe’ in the subject line and we will send you an email link to the latest Preston Press each month on publication day. Easy! CA MEETING ROOM HIRE The Donnybrook CRC has a meeting room that can be hired out at $15/ hr or $40/day. Community groups that become CRC members can get an even better rate. 2 Are you Cyber safe? Free info session presented by Nola Marino MP, on Monday 8 June at 9.30am. See insert in this Preston Press for details. Cartoon courtesy of TimNet and Wikispaces Preston Press Donnybrook & Balingup Community News JUNE EVENTS BROUGHT TO YOU BY YOUR CRC: Ladies - energise yourself! Fantastic workshop on Thursday 18 June, 10am – 2.45pm. See insert in this Preston Press for details. BASIC COMPUTER HELP FOR BEGINNERS. Do you want basic help using computers and internet? Volunteer staff member Alice will be available at the Donnybrook Resource Centre on Monday and Friday between 10am and 4pm to answer questions and assist with computer and internet use such as Word, email, Google, Facebook, Skype and so on. This help is free, but as the demand for the service is unknown, a half hour is the limit if others are waiting. Please call 9731 2177 to make an appointment. Captain Cleanup - Keep Your Town Tidy Meet our West Australian environmental superhero, Captain Cleanup. He is here to help educate young Western Australians about keeping Australia beautiful. The Captain encourages everyone to clean up their own mess, bin their rubbish and take care of the environment. As the Captain says, “Together we will create a more sustainable, healthier and happier environment to live in and enjoy”. June 3-7, 10-14, 17-21 and 24-28 at 10:10am, 11:40am, 2:10pm Do Something - Understanding & Fostering Community A Linkwest Program Seattle-based community development expert, Jim Diers, joins a panel of locals – including Lee Steel, President of the Association of WA CRCs, and Gaurav Chawla, Director of Community Development at Brockman House – to share their wisdom on making the most of community. Jane Chilcott, Linkwest CEO, will facilitate what promises to be an enlightening and inspiring conversation that gets to the heart of community in Western Australia, by those who are AT the heart of community in Western Australia. June 1 to 6 at 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 DADS, UNCLES AND GRANDPAS TO THE RESCUE Pre Primary children at Mead Street Campus Donnybrook have an improved ‘lawn’ area on which to play and, as always when help is needed parents are willing to lend a hand. As the portion of the lawn area on which the Pre Primary students played was wearing thin it was decided to replace the grass with synthetic turf. This involved having the old lawn removed, ground prepared, skelp laid and topped with synthetic turf. Thanks to Earthmac who not only prepared the ground, collected the skelp from Bunbury and laid it, but also volunteered their time and donated the use of the truck and bobcat. Parents volunteered their time to hop in and lay the new turf. Wayne Martindale, John Patey, Eric Cole-Bucktin and Hayden Martindale, a grandfather, two fathers and one uncle (not in that order) spent a Saturday morning laying the lawn. This could not have been without the generosity of Donnybrook Farm Service travelling to Perth to collect the lawn and delivering it to the school. The Pre Primary children then added their bit; having fun using little buckets, carrying white sand from their Dear Editor, Just a warning to anyone going on holidays. Leave a good dog to guard your trees and vegies or install hidden cameras. My daughter and her husband went on two weeks holiday leaving their lemon, mandarin and two orange trees loaded with green fruit just starting to colour. They returned to find the trees stripped of all fruit. There was not even any on the ground. What anyone would do with all that green fruit, goodness knows. It was too green to ripen off the tree. If those that steal fruit think the owners get the fruit for nothing they are mistaken. They have to pay for the land to start with, then pay rates for that land then pay for manure for the trees and sprays for the pests that ruin the fruit and spend time cultivating and weeding them. When added up, for the home gardener it is really cheaper to buy their fruit unless they have a large family. I'm sure if you asked the owner for some fruit, they would give you some ,but NOT the whole crop. Jean Thomson sand pit and depositing and sweeping the sand on the new lawn area. There is always someone behind a special project. The staff of Mead Street PS said they would like to thank Linda Martindale for her coordination of the project from start to finish. She has done a wonderful job. The children now have a new lawn area covered by a shade sail and, best of all, no lawn mowing to be done on that area. PH Photo: Wayne Martindale (L) and Bruce McFadyen with Pre Primary children (L to R) Lily Martindale, Daniella Patey and Tyler McFadyen) Dear Editor, Does the Council’s alcohol policy leave the rate payers exposed to financial LOSS ? The CEO's recommended alcohol policy was adopted in June 2014. I was concerned that the supply of free alcohol would leave the ratepayers exposed to financial loss so I asked our insurers: Is there anything that could be put in place to guarantee no legal action can be taken over the supply of alcohol? The answer was NO, but a Policy (allowing the service of free alcohol) is the BEST way to protect the rate payers and that a BAN on alcohol will not necessarily offer more protection than a Policy. Confused, I asked them to explain the above. The insurers responded; What they were trying to say is that a POLICY MAY be an effective way to protect the Shire. Because of the change in advice I've asked our insurers: “What offers the rate payers and Council the best form of protection? A policy or a Ban?” Still waiting on a response! A ban on the service of alcohol will not affect Shire functions as they can be held at licensed premises, but it will protect the rate payers. Why would your Council take the risk? John Bailey, Donnybrook/Balingup Councillor Editor’s Note: Councillor Bailey’s concern refers to a situation that could arise if a person leaving a Shire event on Shire premises, where alcohol was provided, was involved in a motor accident where the consumption of alcohol could have put the person over the 0.05% limit. Council’s policy on alcohol is available on its website. It is item 1.21 on the Council Policies 2014 document. 3 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Money, money, money for regional events • 54 regional events sponsored through Tourism WA’s 2015-16 Regional Events Scheme • Nine events funded for first time by the scheme • Funded by the State Government through Tourism WA and Royalties for Regions Outback rodeos, a wine festival, an Aboriginal gourmet experience and a cycling event are among nine events that for the first time will receive State Government support through Tourism WA’s 2015-16 Regional Events Scheme. Tourism Minister Kim Hames said a total of 54 events across Western Australia would be sponsored through the scheme, funded by the State Government through Tourism WA and the Royalties for Regions program. “Regional events are a vital part of the Government’s strategy to grow the value of tourism to $12 billion by 2020,” Dr Hames said. “Events provide incentive for people to travel to a range of metropolitan and regional locations, which helps build local businesses and the State’s economy. “Of the $8.3 billion visitors spent in WA last financial year, $3.5 billion was spent in regional WA. We want to see that grow to $4.75 billion in the next five years and regional events are key to that goal.” Regional Development Minister Terry Redman said, “Regional events deliver social and economic benefits to local communities, supporting existing businesses and encouraging diversity in new ones.” The nine events receiving funding through the scheme for the first time are the Porongurup Wine Festival, Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia Amazing Albany National Rally, Lake Argyle Swim, Mullewa Muster and Rodeo, Onslow Rodeo, Cossack Art Awards, Kambarang - South West Aboriginal Gourmet Experience, Toodyay Picnic Race Day and the 2015 Beverley Heroic. The scheme will also continue to support popular events such as the Kickstarters Gascoyne Dash, Nannup Music Festival, Grapes and Gallops Festival, Western Australian Goldfields PGA Championship and the Boyup Brook Country Music Festival. • For more information on Royalties for Regions, visit http://biggerpicture.regions.wa.gov.au ‘Blissful Perspectives’ - Artisan Exhibition in Balingup A pop up Artisan shop ‘Blissful Perspectives’ is being opened in the main street of Balingup for four days, running from 18 to 21 June, 9am to 4pm. Part proceeds of sales will go back into the local community. Artisans are from Donnybrook, Boyup Brook, Nannup, Balingup, Bridgetown, Manjimup and Capel. Beautiful hand-crafted wares such as soaps, candles, cushions, cigar box guitars, cards and a selection of artworks from 3 different artists will be on sale amongst other items. On Saturday 20 June author Ian Andrew will be in attendance between 11am and 4pm to talk about his books ‘Face Value’ and ‘A Time to Every Purpose’. 4 Local Arts Scene Email your contributions to [email protected] Applications for NANNUP 2016 are open. It’s time to sow the seeds and together grow another awesome festival. Are you a performer, do you offer workshops, street theatre, comedy, children’s activities, or something else? Are you solo, in a band or do you know anyone that is? Want to dare them to have a go? Nannup festival loves to support those that are just emerging (you could enter the emerging artist award) as much as it loves ‘Rock Stars’ we believe you all have a place on the stage (if we can fit you). Whether you are from a buzzing city or a searing desert, Nannup is a place to share your talents while you immerse in the music of others. Applications are open now through to 31 July and are available on the web: www.nannupmusicfestival.org or by emailing Phaedra: [email protected] AUTHOR TALKS ABOUT NEW BOOK ‘Wishes For Starlight’ is steeped in our pioneering history: when the orchards, the dams and the timber mills were being established, when typhoid epidemics threatened daily survival and fears of forest fires, destitution and starvation were very real. A time when the Zig Zag railway was built, the horse and cart reigned and barn dances provided entertainment. Every day life occurs on every page of this book and the reader is transported to a simpler but also much crueller and more confronting time. Linda J Bettenay will present a talk about her book and she will also explain how she uses historical fact to weave historical fiction. The talk will be at the Donnybrook Library on Tuesday 16 June from noon - 1:30pm. Please book on 97310432 or [email protected] Bookings are essential. For further details on purchasing the book, go to www.lindasbooks.com.au or visit Linda's Facebook page www.facebook.com/lindasbookswa. See insert in this month’s Preston Press for more details. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 The Bluegrass Blooms again in June, this time at the in Manjimup Repertory Theatre. Perth’s newest bluegrass sensation saddles up and rides into town to deliver hip-shootin, pistol-packin bluegrass. ‘The Nullarbor Mountain Boys’ features well known West Australian acoustic sensations: Andrew ‘Slim’ Winton, Rod ‘Rodeo’ Vervest, Charlie ‘The Sheriff’ McCarthy, Dave ‘Dangerfield’ Clarke, Russell ‘The Rustler’ Holmes and Bob ‘Badlands’ Thomson. Playing songs and melodies from the good ol’ pickin' days of the Wild West, along with some tunes of a more local flavour, these renegades are sure to entertain you with their scintillating musical wizardry - and plenty of bad jokes. Wanted for notorious felonies such as goat painting, pig-napping, chicken swindling, breaking and decorating, unlicensed taxidermy, moon-shining and non-union regulated stampeding of cattle and playing bagpipes in a confined space, these musical miscreants can be seen performing with increasing frequency in and around WA's most reputable saloons and out-houses. The Warren Arts Council has rounded them up for your listening pleasure and for just $25 you can catch them at the Manjimup Repertory Theatre on Friday 26 June. Show starts at 7 pm and doors open at 6.30pm. Tickets on sale now at the Manjimup Visitors Centre or online at ticketebo.com.au/nullarbormountainboysmanjimup. PUBLIC AWESOMNESS ANNOUNCEMENT On behalf of the Donnybrook Apple Festival Committee, we would like to say a huge…. Without the continued support of our Sponsors, Volunteers and of course our local community we simply would not be able to put on this event each year. We wanted to shout from the roof tops after this years event and let you all know we appreciate your feedback and support! You don’t have to promise your first born child to join in though! If you fancy helping out somehow, maybe on a sub-committee with the Arts, or becoming a volunteer for the event, or even come onto the committee, we always need new and fresh faces to help out. Feel free to contact us for a chat; [email protected] Glass Copper Foiling Workshop Tuesday 2, 9 and 16 June, 7-9pm $150 each Old Guide Hall (cnr Marmion St and Ramsay Tce) An introductory glass copper foiling workshop for beginners runs over three nights. Maximum of 8 students with all materials supplied. Peter is experienced in working with glass so come along and learn this fascinating art form. Tea and coffee included! Booking is essential! Call Peter Van De Wyngaard on 9731 2632 to book your place! Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 5 Micro-chip reader: your pet’s best friend It is in a pet owner’s best interests to have their dog or cat micro-chipped and registered, say Donnybrook-Balingup Shire rangers. “We have cats in the pound that haven’t been claimed and unfortunately we can’t contact their owners because they have no microchip,” Senior Ranger Bob Jeffreys said. “The benefit of a microchip is that rangers can contact the owner straight away, provided details on the microchip database are current.” He said it was imperative that the owner of a lost pet contact the Shire in the first instance to see if the animal has been impounded and then continue to follow up with the Shire. “Facebook is sometimes used to spread the word about a lost dog or cat, but this should be kept as a Get inspired to re-connect your kids with nature! Join Nature Play WA for a free screening of the documentary ‘Project Wild Thing’. The film takes a humorous look at one dad’s journey to get his kids away from their screens and back outside. When: Thursday 18 June 2015, 6.30pm Sausage sizzle; 5:30pm Come along to a more in-depth discussion about unstructured outdoor play in Donnybrook at the Nature Play WA workshop. When: Friday 19 June 2015 9:00am – 2:00pm Where: Donnybrook Library, Senior's Room Cost: Free See the orange insert in this month’s Preston Press for more information about the events. The article below gives some interesting background to the initiatives. Shire Shorts secondary measure, as rangers do not search the web for the owners of missing pets,” Mr Jeffreys said. “It’s also very frustrating when the animal does have a microchip but we get a number that is disconnected or to find the owner has moved, so it’s important to keep the details on your national register up to date.” From 1 November 2015, all dogs over the age of 3 months have to be micro-chipped as well as registered. It is already compulsory for all cats over the age of six months to be registered and micro-chipped. Photo: Senior Ranger Bob Jeffreys says this microchip reader could be your pet’s best friend. the ways South West regional towns encourage and support (physical) activity in the early years. It was triggered by results of the Australian Early Development Index (AEDI) released in 2009 and 2012. These results highlighted there were a low proportion of children developmentally vulnerable - well below both WA and national averages. Donnybrook-Balingup was selected on the basis of having mostly stable AEDI scores, providing the opportunity to investigate what was this community consistently doing to achieve low vulnerability. While these findings are very positive, Nature Play WA’s past experience in other communities has indicated there are typically many small initiatives that can easily be implemented in schools and in the community to strengthen the capacity for outdoor play even further. The workshop will help to articulate those opportunities and inspire key stakeholders to implement them. As part of the ‘workshop Nature Play WA will also offer a practical ‘how to’ session focused on either developing a nature play area or using outdoor spaces to enhance learning. All of the insights that come out of the workshop will be reported to DSR to assist the department in its decision making related to its emerging focus on early childhood activity. Background – why is NPWA coming to town? Donnybrook-Balingup was selected as one of three regional areas to be involved in the workshop initiative. The decision to include Donnybrook-Balingup was made in response to findings in the ‘South West Early Childhood Project, An exploratory study of three South West Towns, December 2013’, which was prepared by the Centre for Sport and Recreation Research (CSRR) at Curtin University for the Department of Sport and Recreation. The study was intended to assist DSR to gain insight into 6 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 PUBLIC NOTICE ROADSIDE VEGETATION CONTROL SPRAYING The Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup would like to advise the commencement of the annual Roadside Vegetation Control Spray Program. Herbicide will be applied to road verges in the Shire to help control the winter weeds. The spray program is scheduled to commence in June (weather permitting). A professional weed control contractor will be engaged to undertake the works on the rural roads whilst the Shire’s Parks and Gardens staff will be managing the weeds within the town sites. Please contact the Shire’s Works and Services Department by phone on 97804209 or email records@donnybrook. wa.gov.au (preferred option) if you do not want your verge to be sprayed, assuming responsibility for weed control on your verge. Reminder: Weeds on private property are the responsibility of the landowner (including Blackberry, Cotton Bush and Apple of Sodom). If you require more information regarding the vegetation control spraying or weed control on your property please contact the Shire’s Environmental Officer, Debbie Brace, by email or phone as above. John Attwood Chief Executive Officer PUBLIC NOTICE DONNYBROOK SUSPENSION BRIDGE TEMPORARY CLOSURE FOR MAINTENANCE The Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup would like to advise that the Suspension Bridge over the Preston River adjacent to the Donnybrook Amphitheatre will be temporarily closed for maintenance repair work for approximately 2 weeks from Monday 8 June 2015. The bridge will be closed with repair works being carried out between 7.00 am and 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday. The bridge will be re-opened at the completion of works each day between the hours of 5.00 pm and 7.00 am. The works and closure will be clearly signed. We apologise for the inconvenience the closure may cause, however we will do our best to ensure this is minimal. Please contact the Works and Services Department on 9780 4209 for any enquiries relating to this project. Contractor contact: Earthmac - Mob: 0427 908 424 Thank you for your cooperation. John Attwood Chief Executive Officer South West Regional Event Workshop We’re delighted to announce that the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup is hosting a South West Regional Event Workshop with a particular focus on Event Approvals, Statutory Compliance and Risk Management. Date: Tuesday 16 June 2015, 2.00pm – 4.00pm Venue: Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup Council Chambers Cnr Bentley and Collins Streets Donnybrook The session is specifically designed for event organisers and community groups and will cover: • Event Approvals and Compliance - an overview of legislation, including identifying roles and responsibilities of the event organising committee • Event Risk Management Planning - practical guidance on understanding requirements, developing and implementing an event risk management plan aligned to AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk Management • Q & A Discussion RSVP: by Tuesday 9 June 2015 to Emma Thomas ph: 9780 4205 or email: [email protected]. $4 million boost for local governments in Forrest LOCAL governments in the South West will benefit from delivery of the latest transfer of funding under the Australian Government’s four-year $9.3 billion Financial Assistance Grants programme. Federal Member, Nola Marino said almost $4.2 million is being provided to local governments in the region under the latest funding. Mrs Marino said “Local governments play a pivotal role in bringing communities together and producing local solutions to local problems. Importantly, this funding is untied and supports local governments to deliver on local priorities with the services, facilities and infrastructure communities need most.” Councils in Forrest will receive the following Financial Assistance Grants funding: Forrest Total$4,197,561 City of Bunbury $387,593 City of Busselton $530,705 Shire of Augusta-Margaret River $340,078 Shire of Capel $394,615 Shire of Collie$444,156 Shire of Dardanup $384,496 Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup $620,137 Shire of Harvey $669,802 Shire of Nannup $425,979 The next round of RAC Community Project sponsorship (up to $20,000) is now open - closes at 3pm on 29 June 2015. It is for road safety initiatives that start after 21 September 2015. For more information call the RAC sponsorship team on 08 9436 4584. If you're looking for something smaller, their Grass Roots (up to $5,000) category is open all year round. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 7 DONNYBROOK DENTAL SURGERY Dr Amani Ryan BDS (Syd) & Associates • General Dental Care • Teen Dental Voucher • HICAPS available • Cosmetic Dentistry • Implants • Veteran Affairs • Dentures • Wisdom Teeth • Pensioner Health Card Scheme (conditions apply) Now open most Saturdays and late evenings by appointment Monday-Friday (8.00am to 5.00pm) Phone 9731 1438 116 South Western Highway, Donnybrook WA 6239 www.donnybrookdental.com.au PODIATRIST Paul Coles (B.Sc. - Podiatry) Brecken Health, 12-16 Vasse St, South Bunbury WA 6230 (08) 9791 8133 Custom Orthotics for foot pain Problem and ingrown toenails Corns and callus Sore arches, ankles, knees, backs Diabetic circulation assessments Appointments available OSTEOPATHY Rowland Benjamin D.O. Rowland is a registered Osteopath in practice in Bridgetown. He treats muscle and joint problems such as chronic or intermittent pain with hands-on manipulation. Advice may be given on posture, stress and exercise. For enquiries or an appointment phone 9761 4558 For more information visit www.rowlandbenjamin.com HYPNOTHERAPIST WJ FOX DHP BCMA MCAH ALLCARE THERAPY CENTRE Over 25 years qualified experience in all aspects of hypnotherapy and Hypnohealing -including but not limited to: Stop smoking, Weight control, Fears, Phobias, Alcohol abuse, Sexual problems, Child Behaviour problems; these are just a few. Previously from the North West I now reside in the South West near Donnybrook and look forward to meeting the people of the South West and the Greater Southern. For further information or to make a booking please call: John Fox 0414519858 8 Save the Crabs, Then Eat Them A recent survey commissioned by the South West Catchments Council (SWCC) looked at the fertiliser practices of households in the South West and Perth. SWCC CEO, Damien Postma, says “Our findings show that the vast majority of urban households are applying less than 20 kilograms of fertiliser per year and that 86% is being applied outside the winter months. This shows that the community is heading in the right direction. Urban areas contribute up to 20% of the total nutrient runoff reaching coastal waterways. We are trying to reduce this impact through the the ‘Save the Crabs, Then eat Them’ campaign.” The ‘Save the Crabs, Then eat Them’ campaign urges residents to ‘hold off on the fertiliser till spring’ in an effort to reduce the amount of nutrients entering coastal waterways during winter. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 FRACKING - DO WE WANT IT? ‘Frackman’ is an Australian feature-length documentary film which follows the exploits of former construction worker turned anti-fracking activist Dayne Pratzky as he responds to the expansion of the coal seam gas industry near Tara, Queensland. Over 70 people braved the unheated Balingup Hall on 13 May to see the film and become better informed about the issues of fracking. It is presented as a soil, noise, air and water polluting industry that adds significantly to the methane in the atmosphere, is foisted upon land-owners against their will and in the end, leaves behind pipes, bore holes and seeping gas while taking most of the product to be used in other countries along with the profits from the enterprise. The picture painted in ‘Frackman’ is not an attractive one. It leaves the viewer with the uncomfortable feeling that big business must be very persuasive for all levels of government to acquiesce to it. In this country, where water is precious, fracking using a great deal of it in the extraction method and the inevitability of permanently polluting it, seems like unbelievable madness. Then there is the counter argument from the oil and gas industry that purports minuscule pollution and denies the scare-mongers’ claims. http://www.energyresourceinformationcentre.org.au Don’t imagine that this issue won’t impact us in the South West. We need to educate ourselves about it. There is much information for and against, on-line. Conservation Council of WA, 13 February 2012: “Hydraulic Fracturing (‘Fracking’) is a highly destructive and extremely dangerous form of gas extraction. Here in WA, ‘unconventional gas’ deposits deep in the earth are already attracting attention from petroleum companies. With no proper regulation in place to Resounding success of KidSport continues Since its inception in 2011, the hugely successful KidSport program has assisted more than 42,000 children aged between five and 18 receive up to $200 to join a local club to play sport. Research shows that active kids benefit from a range of positive mental and physical health outcomes and that they do better at school, so not only is the KidSport program about sport but it’s also about supporting better outcomes for kids in many facets of life. The State Government’s Sport 4 All package, comprising four initiatives – KidSport, Nature Play, ClubTalk and the Community Volunteer Project – increases participation in community sport and recreation in WA. The newly announced funding is $5 million each year over two years, allocated to the four initiatives. “At the moment local communities with the highest stop them, these companies continue to develop sites; drilling first and asking questions later. The contamination of precious groundwater supply by toxic and radioactive waste by-products is a real threat to our future water security.” See more at: http://ccwa.org. au/content/threat-fracking-briefing-paper#sthash. MKpTuqwS.dpuf The Wilderness Society briefing paper, Jan 2012: “The Perth Basin joins the southern edge of the Carnarvon Basin and continues down the west coast almost as far as Windy Harbour on the south coast. There is a lot of exploration underway throughout the Perth Basin and particularly the northern Perth Basin (ie, northern agricultural region) where there are significant shale gas deposits, with some production already underway. From just north of Perth (Eneabba to Gingin area) and extending south to the Margaret River area, the focus is shale gas and tight gas. Exploration for both is progressing rapidly. Companies are operating in areas of native vegetation, including Nature Reserves, nationally significant wetland catchments, WA’s iconic ‘wildflower country’ and the Whicher Range, south of Busselton. Exploration is also underway on private farmland north of Perth. Of significant concern in the Perth Basin are the Yarragadee and Parmelia aquifers which supply water to towns and cities throughout the region. Some of the companies active in this area are: AWE Ltd, Norwest Energy, Latent Petroleum, Transerv Energy, Origin Energy, Bharat Resources and Empire Oil and Gas. Fracking is happening in this region now. http://cleanwaterhealthyland.org.au/content/fracking-101 CA Photos: Aerial view of fracking activities in the Tara region of Qld. A typical gas flare at a fracking well pad site. KidSport participation include, Denmark, Manjimup, Nannup, Bridgetown, Boyup Brook, Donnybrook, Northcliffe and Pemberton. The top three most popular sports are basketball, football (both AFL and soccer) and netball, with gymnastics, karate, scouts and athletics also well supported. Mr Redman, MLA said “KidSport has been hugely successful and it’s tremendous to see 61 per cent of kids joining local sport and recreation clubs who’ve never been part of a club before. Not only is this good for children but it’s also great for clubs, giving them a chance to increase their membership and strengthen their volunteer base, so delivering a good community result.” For more information on KidSport, go to http://www. dsr.wa.gov.au/kidsport or contact your local government authority to sign-up. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 9 allen’s CUBBY HOUSE CAFE New trading hours Mon-Fri: 8.30am - 4.30pm Fri: 6pm - 9.30pm Gourmet pizza night take-away and dine in Sat: 6pm - 9.30pm Buffet night (booking essential) Sat, Sun: 8.30am - 3.30pm Sun: 3.30 - 5.30pm High Tea. (Bookings essential) At the Cubby House Cafe we also cater for private functions Birthdays Ladies’ days Corporate functions High Tea time TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT COMPLETE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Colin Allen - 0438 985 499 TO BOOK CALL US ON 9731 1888 e: [email protected] Donnybrook June 20 Previously Peter Buck Electrics Servicing the Donnybrook area AUTO for AIR CONDITIONING over 20 years AUTO AIRSPECIALIST CONDITIONING SPECIALIST LO11763 “BUCKIESPermit BIGNo.ON BATTERIES” **Mobile Service Calls** **Open Saturday mornings** **Large range of Quality Auto Batteries** For friendly, professional contact Kim *Mobile serviceservice available* BENCHMARK CARPENTRY AND HOME IMPROVEMENTS • • • • House renovations Walk-In Wardrobes Doors and Skirtings Kitchen, Laundry and Renovations • Patios and Landscaping *Open Workshop: Saturday 9731 mornings* 2311 Mobile: 0409 200 200 138 138 Mobile: 0409 Situated in Blue and9731 White2311 building Workshop: Cnr South West Hwy & Fleet Street, Donnybrook 10 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Bathroom Call Steve: 0448 976 083 DRIVER INJURED NEAR GREENBUSHES Manjimup police attended a motor vehicle accident about 9.30am on Saturday 30 May on South Western Highway Greenbushes, near the intersection with Stanifer Street. The RAC Rescue helicopter met the ambulance team at Egan Park Donnybrook, to airlift the injured man to Royal Perth Hospital. The sole occupant of the Ford Wagon was a 39 year old Greenbushes man who was travelling in a Northerly direction and, for reasons unknown, crossed three lanes of the Highway and collided head-on with a tree. RPH media spokesman has advised that the victim is now in a critical but stable condition with a broken ankle. Manjimup police are still investigating the cause of the accident. PH MID-YEAR STATIONERY SALE Starting June 15th Suppliers of all types of home office & business stationery and business machines Ph: 9731 1059 Fax: 9731 2369 Email: [email protected] Shop 1-3, 88 Southwest Hwy Donnybrook WA 6239 Blackwood River Valley Toastmasters Demonstration Meeting Friday 19 June 6:30pm - 7.30pm Greenbushes Community Resource Centre For info, call Helen Thistlethwaite 0400 010 832 Learn to: • Organize your thoughts • Think on your feet • Develop meeting skills • Build self esteem & confidence • Increase your vocabulary • Learn & practice leadership skills • Speak with clarity & fluency • Provide & receive positive feedback Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 11 donnybrook butchers Ph: 9731 1396 114 S/W Hwy, Donnybrook WINTER WARMERS OX-TAIL $11.99kg For old-fashioned hearty winter stews Marinated Patties $8.50kg An easy dinner with mash and peas...yum! donnybrook butchers www.donnybrookbutchers.com.au • Gourmet & Quality Meats • Free Range & Local • • Seafood • Bulk Meats • Meat Packs • Custom Kills • • Spit Hire • Roasted & Sliced Meats for Parties • SUNWISE SOLAR YOUR LOCAL AND TRUSTED SOLAR & WIND POWER SPECIALIST SERVICING THE SOUTH WEST REGION Since 1968 Your Rural Team servicing the South West and Great Southern Jeff Heath 0429 311 223 Donnybrook/Balingup Representative THINKING OF SOLAR POWER WIND POWER SOLAR PUMPS? 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Phone: Rob Hodsdon 9731 8209 or Email: [email protected] PHIL BALLARD BUILDER -RB 9800 Souwest Glass Service Steve Hawkins 24hr emergency glass repairs Shower Screens Mirrors Leadlights Wood fire glass Flyscreens Second hand windows • Building and Construction • Residential/Commercial • House Inspections 0458 252 741 [email protected] Ph: (08) 9764 3663 [email protected] Mob: 0428 953 753 www.souwestglass.com.au gift boxes - wine baskets - choc delights gourmet baskets - tea baskets - mini baskets Dr Cameron Skerman BVSc (Hons) BSc ALL CONSULTATIONS BY APPOINTMENT 28 Marmion Street, Donnybrook. info @heavenlyhampers.net.au Tel: 08 9731 1315 / 0438 957 646 Check out our website.... www.animalhealthcentredbk.com Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 13 BILLY’S SERVICES PLUMBING & GAS Plumbers’ Lic No 5864 Gas Lic. No 002789 ABN: 34 129 784 134 Specialists in all Commercial, Industrial & Domestic Plumbing Fully equipped workshop for repairs to all types of bikes. We can pick up and drop off your bike from Donnybrook, Dardanup, Boyanup and surrounds. Or call to visit the bike shop. 416 Lowden-Grimwade Rd, Lowden WA 6240 Phone Barrie: 0427 214 217 Clearance - Bargain Prices LED light globes available to suit most standard household fittings (while stocks last). Barrie and Sherry Thomas Phone: 0427 214 217 / 0447 337 117 Email: [email protected] General Maintenance Repairs, Servicing, Installations Hot Water Unit Installations & Repairs Gas Installations, Leaks & Repairs Blocked Drains/Drain Machine Water Leak Detector Drain Inspection Camera Leaking Taps/New Tapware Dishwasher Connections Pans & Cisterns Roof Leaks/Roof Plumbing Water Filtration Systems Soakwells Renovations & Alterations No job too big or small Steve Ellis: 0413 545 244 PO Box 274 Balingup 6253 Email: [email protected] Home Loans Commercial Loans Business Loans Car Loans Call Darryl Brown Mortgage Broker 0427 566 068 Credit rep. Number 459001 Australian Credit Licence Number 246786 AHL Investments Pty Ltd ABN 27 105 265 861 14 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Official Opening for BartonJones Wines Wednesday 29 April was not only a memorable night for Jackie Barton and Adrian Jones, but an exciting night for the town of Donnybrook. Barton Jones Wines provides just another reason our Geographe wine region is so spectacular. With only a short drive down Upper Capel Road, their eco sustainable cellar door has a lot to offer. Barton Jones Wines Cellar Door official opening delighted guests with canapés and wine a ’plenty. Three hundred straw bales and 16 tonnes of render kept the 100 plus guests warm as they enjoyed the harmonies of the duet, ‘Wonderful With Wine’. There was also a collection of fine art photography on display from artist Alicia Cook which will be at the winery until 17 June. Jackie and Adrian gave many thankyous to all those who attended the evening and to all the people who helped them accomplish this significant attraction. For a tasting of Barton Jones’s Premium Handcrafted Wines and the chance to meet Jackie, Adrian and their loveable dog Mitz, you can join them at the cellar door at 39 Upper Capel Road, Thursday to Monday from 10:30am till 4:30pm. For further information visit www.bartonjoneswines.com.au or the Barton Jones Wines Facebook page. Photos: Top right, clockwise; Karl and Stacey Hutchinson Taste Testing, Rosie Dilley and Nola Marino, Anne and Graham Fry, Jackie and Adrian cut the ribbon at the Official Opening. MASSAGE & EMMETT THERAPIST Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday mornings Donnybrook Chiropractic Clinic, 3/25 South West Hwy CONTACT REBECCA 0408 572 302 TREATMENTS FOR STRESS, PAIN & DISCOMFORT Accredited member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 15 DONNYBROOK FINANCE KEEPING YOU INFORMED Its almost tax time again. Why use an accountant when it comes to tax time? 1. Your accountant knows what income is subject to tax and what’s not. You can’t just guess. 2. Your accountant knows what types of expenses you should record during the year. And although keeping every receipt may not be necessary, do you know the difference? 3. Your accountant can help you plan your tax arrangements, and ensure you don’t miss out on all of your acceptable deductions. 4. A good accountant understands your personal risks relating to tax compliance. 5. Depending on your circumstance, your accountant is equipped to provide ongoing advice and guidance on your tax arrangements as you go. Call Debbie on 08 9731 8103 or Mobile 041 904 6861 Anytime [email protected] Australian Credit Licence 448994 Independence Day for Youth Allowance Changes announced in the Federal 2015-16 budget have opened the door to accessing Youth Allowance for regional students according to the Member for Forrest Nola Marino. In a continuation of her fight for regional students and families to have the same access to tertiary study as city residents, Mrs Marino has welcomed the announcement that students who have met the criteria for Independent Youth Allowance will no longer have their access limited by their parents assets or income. “It was always contradictory to classify students as independent, but still link their access to their parent’s income and assets” Mrs Marino said. “They are either independent of or dependent on their parents; they can’t be both.” “Fixing this anomaly is a logical step that we have been working on.” However Mrs Marino said that the battle for equal access to tertiary education for regional students is not over. “Regional students face major relocation and living costs in order to study in metropolitan campuses that city students living at home never have to consider.” “Until this is recognised and addressed, my battle is not over.” 16 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 WA Regional Achievement and Community Awards – Nominations open Photo: WA Regional Achievement and Community Awards - Gala Presentation MC - Matt Tinney, WIN Television Local MLA Terry Redman is encouraging individuals, organisations and businesses in Warren-Blackwood to nominate for the 2015 Regional Achievement and Community Awards. The awards were officially launched by Mr Redman in his role as Regional Development Minister, with nominations now open. “The WA Regional Achievement and Community Awards encourage, acknowledge and reward the valuable contributions individuals, communities and businesses make throughout regional and rural WA,” Mr Redman said. “These awards provide the perfect opportunity to recognise leaders and innovators whose contributions across a broad range of fields help to make their communities better places. Mr Redman said there were many people worthy of nomination. “I encourage anyone who believes they know an individual, group or business adding to the vibrancy, development or prosperity of local communities to nominate before the 7 August deadline.” “Each nomination is a show of appreciation for people whose efforts ensure regional WA continues to be an attractive place for people to live, visit, work and invest,” he said. “That is something the State Government’s Royalties for Regions program is striving towards – creating thriving and sustainable regional communities.” Mr Redman, who is patron of the awards, said he looked forward to hearing of the inspirational regional people nominated, and of their achievements. WA winners of eight categories will be announced at a gala dinner on 6 November, 2015. Nominations close on 7 August, 2015. Previous winners from Warren-Blackwood in various categories include Damian Dixon of Donnybrook, Marie Kelly of Manjimup, Best Farms Environmental Management Systems Boyup Brook, Manjimup Cherry Harmony Festival and Boyup Brook Country Music Club and the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River. • For nomination forms, further information and full lists of previous winners and finalists go to http://www.awardsaustralia.com/regional-achievement-community-awards/wa South West students set for agriculture learning boost South West school students of all ages will now be able to learn more about Australia’s important agricultural sector with help from a new range of online resources. The Federal Government this week launched the first set of online teaching and learning resources created under the Australian Government’s $2 million Agriculture in Education initiative. Member for Forrest Nola Marino said the materials will help show students how diverse and economically important food and fibre production is to Australia. “Through the Agriculture in Education initiative, schools can now freely access more than 75 high quality digital learning resources, all of which are aligned to the Australian Curriculum,” Mrs Marino said. “These informative videos and resources will ensure all school kids – whether they are from the city or the bush – can gain an understanding of our primary producers throughout their school years.” “This wonderful new learning suite will give students in this community the opportunity to learn all about food and fibre production, as well as the Australian agriculture sector as a whole. “It’s important that all Australian children, know exactly where their food comes from and how their clothes are made. Topics covered by the materials include: designing and making a financial plan for a market garden, free range chicken farming, food security, and sustainable production practices in food and fibre. The resources are available to schools through www. scootle.edu.au. They can also be accessed through www.piefa.edu.au and www.agrifoodskills.net.au. Gabrielle’s Biggest Morning Tea! Please join us and help raise funds for the WA Cancer Council. Friday 19 June 2015 9.30 am to 11.30 am Hackersley Café in the Ferguson Valley Enquiries 97283033 This year’s theme Your warmest, most colourful and much loved Tea Cosy (BYO Tea Pot!) $10 per person Covers first tea or coffee with a scrumptious morning tea. Raffle, games and great prizes! Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 17 18 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 What’s On In June? Saturday 13 June - Balingup Markets from 9am to 1pm. Sunday 14 June - Capel Farmers Market, 9am to 12.30pm. Saturday 20 June - Donnybrook Station Markets from 9am to 1pm. The Pop-up Rail Museum will be open. Sunday 21 June - Oakway Estate's Long Table Lazy Lunch, commencing at 12 noon. Tickets $69 per person (excludes drinks). Booking essential. For further information phone Ria Hammond on 9731 7141. Saturday 27 June - Balingup Markets from 9am to 1pm. Sunday 28 June - Boyanup Farmers Market, 8am to noon. Please Note: Barton Jones Winery is now open Thursday through to Monday 10.30 to 4.30. The information contained in this article is compiled in good faith by the Donnybrook Visitors Centre and is sourced from local media, on line and by word of mouth. Every effort is made to ensure the content is as accurate and comprehensive as possible but no responsibility is taken for the omission of any event. Visitor centre funding to drive regional tourism • $4.2 million investment over three years; $1.1 million in 2015-16 • More than 100 regional visitor centres eligible to apply Regional visitor centres will share in $4.2 million in State Government funding to help them adapt their businesses to the changing tourism landscape. Acting Tourism Minister Helen Morton said visitor centres made a vital contribution to the tourism industry but many struggled financially because people have changed the way they accessed booking agents and information. “Visitor centres offer tried and true local knowledge, and those who use them tend to stay longer and spend more money in a region, but the pattern of visitor PROPERTY LISTINGS REQUIRED 33 years’ Real Estate experience with many happy clients Committed to obtaining the best possible price with the least stress! If you are thinking of selling, buying or need a Free market appraisal; please call me! I now live locally. KATE BOND 0427 080 333 traffic and interaction is changing,” Mrs Morton said. “Many regional visitor centres have found their traditional sources of revenue are drying up as more people book accommodation and tours online, so there’s a recognition that their business needs to adapt to remain viable.” Mrs Morton said that under the Regional Visitor Centre Sustainability Grant Program, supported by Tourism WA and Royalties for Regions, the State Government was investing in projects to help make the centres more sustainable. “The projects could include developing a cafe to provide another stream of revenue, creating smart phone apps or digital kiosks, opening seasonal pop-up centres to help reduce operating costs or new signage to increase foot traffic,” she said. Regional Development Minister Terry Redman said the Royalties for Regions investment was all part of strengthening Western Australia’s regional tourism. “This investment will help regional visitor centres modify their business model to be more sustainable in the current market and, in turn, create employment prospects for local residents,” Mr Redman said. “Once you can do that, you also provide social and economic opportunities for people to live and work in the regions. “Tourism development is important for regional WA and I look forward to seeing successful visitor centres showcasing the best of our regions.” Fact File: Applications close 5pm, August 31, 2015 • Accredited visitor centres or local government authorities can apply for grants between $10,000 and $100,000; non-accredited centres working towards accreditation can apply for grants between $10,000 and $40,000 • Information, visit http://www.tourism.wa.gov.au • Information on Royalties for Regions projects, visit http://biggerpicture.regions.wa.gov.au First aid saves lives. 2 FOR THE PRICE OF 1 HLTAID003 PROVIDE FIRST AID 1 Day Course @ $175 Saturday, 6 June Saturday, 4 July Saturday, 1 August Donnybrook Sub Centre Bentley Street, Donnybrook Contact us today to book a course on 9731 1577 or email [email protected] TA1650605 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 19 TUIA LODGE EXTENSION NEARS COMPLETION Generosity of spirit is literally at the foundation of the new Tuia Lodge extension. Back in June 2014, eighteen men from around Donnybrook volunteered their time for three weeks preparing the site works prior to CivilCon, the builders, commencing work. Today the place is a hive of activity with plumbers, electricians, carpenters and backhoe drivers all busy at their trades as it nears completion, which should be in August. The architects, Holton Connor, have done a magnificent job of marrying the old with the new, designing generous bedrooms and bathrooms and bringing light into wide corridors via three turrets. The extension includes a garden with gazebo and water feature in recognition of Frank Crowley, a former resident, a wooded area and a balustrade that will feature beautiful climbing roses. A commercial kitchen, laundry area, meeting and function rooms, extended office facilities, staff room, secure staff parking and 14 ensuite bedrooms make up this $4 million extension. $400,000, the bequest of Jack Denning, got the project underway. $1.5 million was put in by Tuia Lodge from profits, bequests and donations, and the balance was from the federal government. The 1,400m2 facility has now become incorporated and is independent of the Shire. Opening the new area will boost staff numbers to 45 or 50. As this community, and many others like it, will soon feel the pressure of swelling numbers of baby-boomers needing frail-aged care, we shall be indebted to the foresight of members of the Tuia Lodge management committee and various able-bodied volunteers around town who have come together to make this project happen. On completion, it will be a significant residential aged care facility for Donnybrook Lui Tuia, chair of the Management committee, pays tribute to the board and the community for the progress being made. Lui’s enthusiasm and vision has been at the heart of getting so many locals involved and volunteering their labour, equipment and expert advice. Donnybrook Farm Service has contributed generously, as has the owner’s father, John, who placed the first load of sand for the initial building in 1984 and the last load for the new extensions. Aged care commenced in 1979 with the opening of 4 self-care units at Minninup Cottages now consisting of 12 units with another 9 at Langley Villas. Residential Aged Care was opened in 1985 with support from the entire community. Merle Cain, Aurelia Tuia, Eunice Langley and Ethel Farley and many others cooked up a $10,000 storm making jams for street stalls and Vin Farley raised $3,000 in one year collecting aluminium cans. That was the seed of the funds required to begin what became Tuia Lodge. Now there will be accommodation for 40 residents. The Extensions will be officially opened in September and the public will be welcome to attend. Photos: Top to bottom; View of the north side of the extension, which will soon have a planting of exotic trees between the fenced area and retaining wall. Faye Kustura (garden advisor) and Joe Betti, the gardener discuss the existing area of native plantings. Carpenters fix the courtyard balustrades. Materials stored in the sunny and spacious activity room. The grader at work in the staff car park. Resident, Michael Anderson checks on his raised vegie patch. 20 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Community Drive is Crucial to Controlling Declared Pests in Shire Recent sightings of seeding Narrow leaf cotton bush (Gomphocarpus fruticosus) on vacant blocks in the Donnybrook town-site have prompted renewed enquiries regarding attempts to monitor and prevent this declared weed from becoming a costly menace to landowners in town and adjoining Shire and Crown land. This perennial shrub which exudes a toxic sap, is in the Department of Food and Agriculture (DAFWA) C3 management category, which means that landholders are required to be responsible for the cost and control of the weed on their land, and to prevent an infestation. A calendar for landowner control of this weed can be found on the DAFWA website at this link: https:// www.agric.wa.gov.au/weeds/declared-plant-management-calendar-south-west-region Lindsay Strange from DAFWA says that the best way for communities to try and halt the spread of Cotton bush and other declared pests, is to become members of the recently established Leschenault Catchment Biosecurity Group. The State government through DAFWA no longer has the resources to deal with these kinds of pests and has put the responsibility onto local governments, communities and recognised biosecurity groups. The Leschenault Catchment Biosecurity Group represents the interests of Dardanup, Capel, Donnybrook-Balingup and Collie Shires, and is community driven with the support of these local governments. “The group is powerless without community support, we work through education and awareness and through the support of local Shires,” said Oren White, president of the Leschenault Catchment Biosecurity Group. “We are trying to get the process happening as quickly as possible due to the invasive nature of weeds such as Cotton bush. It exudes a toxic sap and once established this weed can quickly colonise an area, making it impenetrable to vehicles. It also has a big impact on property values, which is a concern for all the community, and causes an enormous impact on neighbouring properties. The seeds are viable for a minimum of 10 years, so it’s an ongoing process.” The Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup’s Environmental Officer recently released this statement, “The Leschenault Catchment Biosecurity Group (LCBG) created a letter and survey that was distributed early this year, requesting known locations of Cotton bush and other agricultural weeds. The Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup assisted with the mail out to all landowners with property greater than 5 acres. Responses from this survey have been collated by LCBG. Any additional information received regarding properties with cotton bush infestation is forward directly to the Department of Food and Agriculture (DAFWA), and the LCBG. The LCBG is working under the Biosecurity and Management (BAM) Act 2007 and the State Governments Community Co-ordinated Approach to established declared pest management. The Shire has no jurisdiction regarding issuing cotton bush control notices however, are vigilant in removing known cotton bush from Shire reserves and drainage easements. Sightings of Cotton bush outbreaks can be forwarded to the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup Environmental Officer at [email protected] and this information will be passed on. The Biosecurity and Management Act 2007, is seen by some as a ‘cost shifting exercise’ by State Government, but in essence it means that if land owners and the community want to halt the advance of these weeds and pests they should get involved and be vigilant about reporting sightings of weeds such as Cotton Bush, on farms, in town, on Crown Land such as waterways and also in Shire reserves. The LCBG, which is run by volunteers, is currently developing a membership base and anyone who is a landholder or manager can request to become a member and come along to the meetings. Just email [email protected]. The group is also holding community information sessions and expects to hold one for the Donnybrook–Capel region in late July, for further information about this please email the Executive Officer Chris Howe, [email protected] The LCBG is financed through the support of Shires and privately raised funds, which the State Government will then match to give the group the resources to deal with weeds on the ground if necessary, when notified. Focus groups, already dealing with a particular pest, can also join the LBCG, and while maintaining their identity, work through the LCBG and get the advantage of resources allocated to a recognised Biosecurity group. Although large land owners and managers are more readily motivated to deal with sightings of Cotton Bush on their land, the problem still remains of the weed slowly becoming established within local town- sites and especially on absentee landowner’s property. The process of the Shire passing information of sightings onto DAFWA, who then pass it onto the LCBG, means that opportunities to nip rogue plants in the bud in town may be missed. If LCBG is not properly supported by the community and local government then the future consequences may be an expensive problem for all. Sue Dennis Image: DAFWA website: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au Editor’s Note: Would you be interested in contributing two hours volunteer weeding per fortnight around Donnybrook town-site to keep these kind of weeds at bay? Join the Wednesday Weeding Warriors, starting June 17, 10am. Meet at the amphitheatre. Wear robust gloves, closed shoes. Bring drink bottle, secateurs, and pruning saws if you have them. Spread the word. 9731 2177 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 21 Give Me 5 For Kids Buying raffle tickets is always enticing, especially when the First Prize is $25,000. Radio West is once again out and about proudly raising much needed money which goes to the RadioWest Regional Assistance Fund, which is a resource available to families from outside the metro area to help pay for accommodation while their child undergoes treatment at Princess Margaret Hospital. Although the cost of a ticket is $50, not only is there a chance of winning that $25,000 but there are also another 199 prizes to be won, and not one under the value of $100. Closing date is June 30. The response is terrific and here in Donnybrook we have the chance to buy that possible winning ticket from three outlets: Cellarbrations, Snack Shack and Donnybrook Farm Service. Lists of the prizes for ticket buyers to peruse and see what they might win are at each of the outlets. Tickets are also available from Radio West Reception (1 Spencer Street Bunbury) or you can phone Cliff and Dougie on 13 27 10 while they are on air from 5.30am to midday. Radio West is also organising a Quiz Night at the Sanctuary Golf Resort at 105 Old Coast Road on Saturday 13 June. Tickets are $25 per person for tables of 10. Each ticket also includes a platter of food for the table. There is also a Quiz Night in Busselton on the same night. Give it some serious thought and make up a table. This year RadioWest is hoping to make the final amount of money raised bigger and better than in the previous 20 years it has been involved. This fund-raising is for a marvellous cause, and hopefully those generous people who are going to buy a ticket will never need the facilities to which the funds are going. PH Photo: Dougie Terry and Cliff Reeve, enthusiastic fund-raisers of Radio West. Attempt to reduce fire hazard on rail reserve At the April Bushfire Advisory committee AGM the Fire control officers discussed the fire danger the rail reserve posed to the Shire. One Fire control officer had been trying to get something done for 32 years, with no success. I moved a motion at the May council meeting that read; Moved: Cr Bailey Seconded: Cr Logiudice ‘Council invite Brookfield, the public transport authority and DFES to attend meetings with the Donnybrook-Balingup Shire Council and Brigade Fire Control Officers to discuss the responsibility and methods of fire hazard reduction within the rail reserves throughout the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup including a Memorandum of Understanding outlining: 1. Who is responsible for the fire hazard reduction; 2. Who will carry out the fire hazard reduction; 3. The types of fire hazard reduction employed. This must be completed by 30 October 2015 to allow time for the fire hazard reduction to be carried out by 1 December 2015.’ We will need your support to achieve the fire hazard reduction needed. Contact your local Fire control officer or myself and see what assistance you can give. John Bailey, 0488 241 089 Councillor/and Fire Control officer 22 CONFIRMED AT LAST! The interim listing of the former A T Brine Sandstone Quarries in Grist Road on the State Register of Heritage Places reported in our October 2014 issue has now been confirmed as a permanent registration and is the first set of former sandstone quarries to be so recognised. In announcing the decision, Heritage Minister Albert Jacob said the quarries, which operated from 1904 to the 1930s, were an important source of Donnybrook sandstone - a distinctive, high-quality building material. Mr Jacob said while a number of quarries did, and still do, produce Donnybrook sandstone, A.T. Brine’s Donnybrook Sandstone Quarries remained historically important as they still show evidence of the historical cutting tool and drill marks, and contain the ruins of small timber-framed buildings, a flatbed truck, engine, iron winch and other remnant equipment. TJ Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 DONNYBROOK WAR MEMORIAL REDEDICATED Just one week to the day after the packed ANZAC Memorial Service, but on a very similarly brisk but sunny morning, a much smaller and generally older crowd gathered for the Rededication of the Donnybrook War Memorial. The Master of Ceremonies and President of the Donnybrook RSL Sub-Branch, Ric Evans, opened by welcoming and introducing the official guests, after which the Federal member for Forrest, Mrs Nola Marino; the President of the Donnybrook Shire Council, Mr Steve Dilley; and the President of the WA State Branch of the RSL, the Hon. Graham Edwards addressed the gathering. Mr Evans then outlined the history of the original memorial before inviting the Rev. Mavis Tyler to perform the Dedication of the new Memorial and Mr Edwards to unveil the commemorative plaque. The latter was Not only is 2015 the International Year of Light, but also the International Year of Soils. It is perhaps not as glamorous, and not as technical as all the razzmatazz that light can conjure up. However, as the earth’s soils become increasing depleted through poor management, we will soon know about it when they can no longer produce enough to feed us. Is there a workable Plan B? Here are they key messages and a link to the website. http://www.fao.org/soils-2015/about/key-messages/en followed by the reading of the RSL Ode, the sounding of the Last Post, a minute’s silence, the Rouse and a stirring a capella rendition of the National Anthem. The formal ceremony concluded with the ever-faithful Lachlan Reid playing ‘Amazing Grace’ on his pipes and was followed by a social gathering in the Soldiers’ Memorial Hall where Certificates of Acknowledgement were awarded to those who had sponsored the renovation works. TJ Photos: Top left, Shire President Steve Dilley addresses the crowd. Top right, Wreaths adorn the memorial at the dedication. Left, Donnybrook volunteer Ambulance Officer Larry Morgan, Graham Edwards and Geoff Box relaxing after the ceremony. Photos by TJ and PH Key messages Healthy soils are the basis for healthy food production. Soils are the foundation for vegetation which is cultivated or managed for feed, fibre, fuel and medicinal products. Soils support our planet's biodiversity and they host a quarter of total biodiversity. Soils help to combat and adapt to climate change by playing a key role in the carbon cycle. Soils store and filter water, improving our resilience to floods and droughts. Soil is a non-renewable resource; its preservation is essential for food security and our sustainable future. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 23 Gardening in Donnybrook GARDEN CLUB NOTES A year makes a difference in a garden, and this was proven true on our visit in May to the Greenbushes Community Garden. Since our last visit in 2014 a frog pond has been established and attracted the natural frogs in the vicinity, a gabion wall enclosing a generous space for a garden bed has been built along one side of the building, an impressive time line of photos showing the development of the garden is on show, a variety of sculptures are scattered around the garden, insects are starting to breed in Buggingham Palace, a monthly Saturday morning coffee invites people to enjoy a cuppa and now the community garden members are spreading their wings into the adjoining park and planning to make that a show piece too. Well done and thankyou to Tracy and her willing band of helpers for their hospitality! In June we are meeting much closer to home at 23 Leschenaultia Circle in Meldene Estate at 2pm on Thursday 11 June. There will be time for a look around the garden followed by afternoon tea and a showing of photos taken at this year's Melbourne Flower Show by Helen and her 3 daughters. This will, hopefully, interest those of you who are contemplating joining the group which plans to visit next year's show in March 2016. When she returns from overseas Jill Lynch, who is the instigator of this plan, will get down to the business of finding availability and prices for accommodation, air fares etc. We hope this trip will become a reality for those of you keen to go. If you are not interested in joining the trip still come along and enjoy an armchair visit to the biggest floral show in the southern hemisphere. Helen Tuia can be contacted on 9731 1773 if you need more information. CONTRIBUTE YOUR TIME TO AVERT INFESTATIONS Weeds are choking some areas of the bank of the Preston River in Donnybrook. Also, seasonally, unchecked weeds cause uncontrollable infestations down the track and need spotting and removing. Would you be interested in contributing two hours volunteer weeding per fortnight around Donnybrook town-site to spot and remove weed invasions before they seed? People power can make all the difference. Be part of the solution! continued bottom of next column 24 June garden GARDENING CORNER Perhaps one of the most challenging choices that face many Australians as they achieve more ‘mature’ years is opting to downsize to a smaller home. Some embrace this enthusiastically; others are faced with a reluctant necessity, for many it seems an attractive package with less maintenance, a much easier and relaxed lifestyle. One of the most difficult adjustments that must be made when moving from a house to a villa, unit, retirement village or similar, is leaving the garden behind. As we all agree, a large garden does represent a lot of physical commitment and that in itself if a huge adjustment. There is something very therapeutic about growing plants, creating our own outdoor environment, the emotional attachment that comes with it all, let alone the joy, pleasure and personal achievements. It is important, therefore, to maintain as much of this as is possible. Sometimes it is perhaps a particular plant that creates a great sense of satisfaction and comfort to the grower. Some love flowers, others a vegetable patch … even just the fresh air! The good news is that most of our favourites can be grown in pots or in smaller courtyard borders. Something roughly the size of half a wine barrel can provide a wonderful mini kitchen garden; herbs, a few lettuce and cherry tomatoes. Not only veggies but flowers, rosebushes, and small shrubs all do well in pots. And the added bonus is that these pots can be re-arranged, put in different spots for the best shade/sun according to the climate and season. Large pots do need planting with suitable drainage (blue metal or a piece of broken terracotta pot over the hole(s); drainage is also better when pots are slightly lifted off the ground. One of my father-in-law’s favoured pots was the inside drum of a washing machine, sitting on a metal car tyre rim, colourfully painted! So if you have been a keen gardener, and become a down-sizer, the pleasure and care of plants can still be very possible. Grandma Reed spent much of her later years in retirement unit and not only maintained and cared for her own pots and small soil area, but a lot of her neighbours courtyard gardens too. This in turn maintained important social connections, but that is enough for this month CR (This is not a Shire initiative, but the Shire will be assisting us.) Join the Wednesday Weeding Warriors, starting 17 June, 10am. Meet at the amphitheatre. Wear robust gloves, closed shoes. Bring drink bottle, secateurs, and pruning saws if you have them. Spread the word. 0478 748 298 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 We specialise in •New Homes •Additions - Small or Large •Renovations - Bathrooms/Kitchens Contact Julian 0410 495 971 Reg. Builders. 14119 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 25 HAY’S TREE LOPPING Wood Chipping Available FULLY INSURED QUALIFIED FALLER FREE QUOTES PHONE: (08) 9731 5101 MOBILE: 0408 949 357 Mowing, Edging, Pruning Garden Maintenance, General Clean Up Terry and Coral Cobby LAWN AND GARDEN CARE pruning gardening yard clean-ups lawn-mowing & edging Call Shane on 0415 242 358 MOSTLY MOWING Lawn and Garden Maintenance Domestic and Commercial Simon McInnes Qualified Horticulturist Phone: 9731 1547 Mobile: 0429 311 547 26 Don’t Be Bored First detected in WA in Parkerville in 2004, European house borer (EHB) is a serious exotic pest of dead and dry seasoned timber of pine, spruce and fir. EHB may be found in dead trees or dead branches of living trees. Present in Europe, Africa, Asia, South America and North America, EHB most likely arrived in WA as larvae in pine timber. Many houses in WA have roof trusses made from untreated, seasoned pine. If an EHB infestation goes unnoticed, wood can reach the point of collapse. What to look for Public awareness is crucial for stopping the spread of EHB. The EHB beetle itself has a brownish-black body 8-25mm long, with antennae half the length of the body and two shiny black bumps on the first body segment behind the head. The wings are usually black and may have distinctive white patches. Native longicorn, jewel beetles and common house and garden insects like click beetles and mole crickets are often mistaken for EHB, but are of no concern and do not require reporting (see pictures). EHB have the potential to go unnoticed until structural damage caused by the EHB larvae becomes evident. The larvae are cream coloured, elongated and cylindrical with an enlarged and flattened head and grow to about 40mm in length. EHB may be detected before significant damage occurs through individual vigilance or regular inspections of untreated timber by qualified pest control providers. You may hear the soft sounds of larvae chewing or notice faint blistering on the timber surface. Larvae pupate into adult beetles inside the wood and exit leaving an oval shaped hole around 10mm long and 5mm wide, which runs in line with the grain of the wood. The presence of frass; a powdery mix of wood dust and pellets of excrement, beneath the exit holes are obvious signs of EHB. What you can do Inspect any untreated pine regularly. When building in Restricted Movement Zones (RMZ) you must use treated pine or other non-susceptible material. Movement of untreated pine in and out of RMZ areas must be done in accordance with Agriculture and Related Resources Protection (EHB) Regulations 2006. Protect untreated pinewood by storing it in a suitable building or enclosure or keep it fully enclosed in plastic wrapping material. Dispose of unwanted pine timber (including tree waste, off-cuts, pallets and furniture) via green council bins, council verge collection or direct deposit to a local council refuse facility. Don’t collect discarded pinewood from verge collections, waste bins or pine plantations. For more information about EHB and RMZ areas go to agric.wa.gov.au/ehb. If you suspect you have found EHB beetles or larvae call 1800 084 881 or send photos to [email protected] Photos, next column: borer holes, European House Borer and comparative beetles Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Small Landholder News June…halfway through the year and the start of winter. With the cooler temperatures you may notice a decline in pasture growth rates. It may be necessary to move stock from paddocks with low levels of food on offer, to protect these from overgrazing and ensure good growth rates in spring. In some cases supplementary feeding may be required. Stock with young will also need to be monitored to ensure they have access to plenty of shelter during inclement weather, this will reduce the risk of animals getting hypothermia. If stock are in an area prone to flooding, water-logging or without natural or man-made shelter consider moving them if severe weather is forecast. Now is a great time to clean up your orchard. As the last of the apples are harvested, ensure you pick up any unwanted fruit and start spray programs to reduce carry-over of fungal, bacterial and mite issues. Start pruning stone and pome fruit once the last of the leaves have fallen. Leaf fall can be hastened by use of appropriate nutrient foliage sprays. The best time to plant deciduous fruit trees, like apples, pears and stone fruit, is when they are dormant, in winter. Evergreen fruit trees, like citrus, avocados and olives establish well when planted in autumn, so they have three seasons to develop their root system before the heat of summer. Slaters are a beneficial creature in the garden however when their numbers explode they can cause damage to your plants. To keep slater numbers to a reasonable level use minimal compost and remove objects which give shelter, such as empty pots and stacks of timber. You may also want to consider putting traps out near vulnerable plants, by hollowing out an orange half or filling a pot with potato peeling. This can lure slaters away from young plants. Alternatively, provide a protective barrier by making a collar out of the empty pots. Sign up now at agric.wa.gov.au/small-landholder-information-service-e-newsletter to start receiving our e-newsletter For more information on other small landholder events, visit our SLIS Facebook page (facebook.com/DAFWAsmalllandholders) or website (agric.wa.gov.au/slis). Angela Murphy 0438 310 315 Branch Manager Property Consultants: Andrea Brown 0413 154 100 John Pitman 0429882 224 Zara Shorter 9731 6269 FOR ALL YOUR RESIDENTIAL/RURAL/COMMERCIAL SALES AND RENTALS 182 SOUTH WESTERN HIGHWAY, DONNYBROOK PHONE: 9731 2555 FAX 9731 2558 Email: sales @summitdonnybrook.com.au www.summitbunbury.com.au Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 27 LOCAL SERVICES DIRECTORY & Shoe Shop 9731 2513 Shop 4, 88 S W Hwy, Donnybrook ALLEN’S Small engine Repairs Chainsaws, lawnmowers etc Phone Bill 0417933763 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT COMPLETE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SOLUTION Colin Allen Please leave a message Reasonable rates 0438 985 499 Donnybrook [email protected] HYPNOTHERAPIST WJ FOX DHP BCMA MCAH This space can be yours for just $15 issue/$90 for 6 issues. Call the Editor on 9731 2177 ALLCARE THERAPY CENTRE Mob: 0414519858 IRISHTOWN BRICK & STONE CONTRACT BRICKLAYER Also, creative stone work, brick paving Houses/owner-builder speciality Warwick Smith, local over 20 years Servicing South West Districts Donnybrook Computers 0406 913 545 NORTHERN LIGHTS SW ELECTRICAL This space can be yours for just $15 issue/$90 for 6 issues. Call the Editor on 9731 2177 PAINTING •commercial •domestic •rural •patios/sheds •lighting 10%disc for pensioners, charities, MM Friendly, reliable service Mob: 0418 876 590 Small painting jobs,Clean worker Philip Berry, 25 years experience 0451 963 159 [email protected] EC11620 ARC:L064256 TWIN POWER MAINTENANCE SERVICES *Painting *Gutters *Pressure cleaning * House cleaning 10% DISCOUNT FOR PENSIONERS NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL Steve: 0427 477 498 Chris: 0447 477 497 Alison McInnes LAWYER Accredited Family Law Specialist 6a Spencer St, Bunbury WA 6230 PO Box 285, Bunbury, WA 6231 Ph: (08) 9791 9222 Fax: (08) 9721 5958 Email: [email protected] ON THE LEVEL Home and yard maintenance Paul 0439 513 600 HOUSE-SITTER Retired mature lady Animal/pet lover Have a stress-free holiday on me. 0419 049 079 This space can be yours for just $15 issue/$90 for 6 issues. Call the Editor on 9731 2177 ABN 14863 066 973 Permit No. LO11763 Workshop: 9731 2311 Mobile: 0409 200 138 Cnr South West Hwy & Fleet Street CAROL NICHOLAS BOOKKEEPING SERVICES Reg BAS Agent No: 946 60005 0427 411 828 (08) 9731 1676 20 years’ experience DONNYBROOK ON-LINE donnybrook.crc.net.au View the Preston Press on-line. 28 Auto Air Conditioning Specialist Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 DONNYBROOK AUTO RECYCLERS RAINBOW SERVICE CENTRE Kevin Ryan Rainbow Sales- Service- Repairs Phone: 08 93455155 Fax: 08 93499003 Mob: 0400662215 E: [email protected] DL 13063 Peter Clifford Lic. No.MRB314 WRECKING ALL MAKES & MODELS **Used Vehicles Available** * OLD CARS: FREE PICK-UP IN THE DONNYBROOK AREA Phone: 9731 0501 / Fax: 9731 1546 / A/H: 9731 1545 Lot 535 Cherrydale Way, Donnybrook (LIA) WA 6239 email: [email protected] doTERRA Essential Oils Contact Mary-Anne 0428 312 243 at Donnybrook Station Markets on June 20. Following market will be Workshops held next door at the CRC, at 2pm. • Introduction for doTerra oils followed by ADHD and behaviours class with hand-outs $5 pp • Zyto Scanning $5 pp • Pop-up shop (oils, books, enhancements) RTA NO: AU30482 RHL: LO82634 Little Wishes Pony Parties PRESTON VALLEY GROVE CRANE TRUCK HIRE Beautifully well behaved ponies available for pony rides (We clean up after our Ponies) Childrens’s Parties, Social Club Functions, School Fetes, Community Events Locally owned and operated - Great rates - Public Liability Cover - Working w Children - Police Clearance - First Aid Great Rates www.littlewishesponyparties.com.au Phone: Judith 08-9728 3500 4WD TRUCK with 1.5 tonne Hiab - 0.75 t at 7m Available for hire with operator and lifting gear Suitable for use on difficult sites for construction, shifting equipment and jobs where standard trucks cannot access. Contact Mick or Dave for rates and availability On 0419 907 701 or 9732 1097 Monica Neville BA Counsellor Confidential service- Donnybrook Office P: (08) 9731 6565 M: 0400 207 540 E; [email protected] Clinical Member PACAWA Treehouse Childcare Centre We have limited places available dams fire breaks clean-ups Treehouse is a community based, not for profit organisation. Please contact us on 9 7 3 1 0 3 4 2 or email: [email protected] Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 29 MUMBALLUP ORGANICS Suppliers of Potting Mix, Soil Conditioner, Organic Manures, Firewood. Delivery to all areas Donnybrook and surrounds. Ask about our monthly specials. Full range of bagged products. Discounts on bulk loads. Ph: Mark 0417 322 007 30 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Prescribed burning program gets $20 million boost Warren-Blackwood MLA Terry Redman says a $20 million Royalties for Regions investment in prescribed burning will provide extra reassurance to communities in the State’s fire-prone South West. The $20 million investment announced earlier today will be delivered over four years, with an initial allocation of $3.5 million in 2015-16.These funds will be in addition to the Department of Parks and Wildlife’s annual prescribed burning budget of $10 million. “The recent O’Sullivan fire at Northcliffe involved around 1,000 people in the fire fighting effort and many more in the recovery effort, highlighting once again the significant scale and cost of such events in emotional as well as financial terms,” said Mr Redman. “Alongside the outstanding efforts of our fire fighters, this State’s prescribed burning program has helped safeguard us from the horrendous life toll of fires such as we’ve seen in the Eastern States. Through the additional funding announced today, Royalties for Regions will play a part in ramping up the prescribed burning program to increase the level of protection against the catastrophic impacts of fire in our communities.” By funding extra positions and greater availability of contract machinery, fire trucks and water tankers, this financial support will maximise prescribed burning potential during the increasingly limited periods when conditions are deemed suitable. www.redtailcabinetsanddesign.com Terry Redman MLA Member for Warren-Blackwood Your local representative in the Parliament of Western Australia. Please contact me if I can assist you, your family or community group. PO Box 327 Denmark WA 6333 Ph: 08 9848 3171 Fax: 08 9848 1595 Freecall: 1800 644 811 [email protected] www.terryredman.com.au Tuesday 9 June 1 - 2.30pm Gelorup Community Hall Hastie St, Bunbury RSVP required by Friday 5 June On 9721 3788 or via email: nola.marino.mp@aph. gov.au Authorised by T Redman, 5/78 Strickland St Denmark WA 6333 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 31 A QUACKING NEW BILL! The Department of Commerce would like to inform all incorporated Clubs/Associations of the new Associations Incorporation Bill which has been introduced into Parliament. It will replace the existing Associations Incorporation Act 1987. Will this affect your club? Synopsis: The purpose of this Bill is to establish a scheme for the incorporation of associations, make provision for corporate governance, financial accountability and matters relating to rules and membership of incorporated associations and to repeal the Associations Incorporation Act 1987. View it at: www.parliament.wa gov.au Associations Incorporation Bill 2014, Bill No.90 AFS Student Exchange has Scholarships! Over 35 Australian High School Year 9, 10 and 11 students now have an opportunity to have their student exchange paid for with an AFS scholarship to live and study overseas. AFS is keen to let young people interested in doing student exchanges know they have a variety of scholarships students can apply for that will help them make their dreams of travelling overseas come true. AFS has over 35 scholarships available for students. “Scholarships are a fantastic boost for students, being able to have your exchange paid or partially paid for is fantastic,” says Catharine McBride, AFS Australia Partner Director. “On top of that we also have corporate scholarships for students who have parents working at Linfox, Visy and Mitsui Coal. We’re extremely grateful to these businesses for supporting AFS and we know the scholarship recipients have amazing experiences.” 2015 Linfox scholarship recipient, Grace Didlick, currently completing her exchange in Germany, says her scholarship has, “given me a chance to grow, to learn, to evolve, to expand my horizons and most importantly, changed my life!” AFS believes that supporting students through scholarships is important, as many students need the extra financial assistance. “Many students raise all of the money themselves, it’s quite amazing. They can do it. We have young people who fundraise, work and save really well. Some have parents who can help support them, but this is not always the case,” says Catharine, “but to be able to offer some assistance is also fantastic for students.” Scholarships range from partial support, to full scholarships and interested students can contact Jason at AFS 1300 131 736 or email [email protected] to find out more information about how to apply. The AFS website also has an extensive list of other scholarships students can apply for outside of AFS. Grace Didlick was the lucky recipient of the 2015 AFS Linfox Full Scholarship. (See photo above) and is currently spending 11 months in Germany. 32 Gardening and Back Pain Gardening is a chore for some people but a favourite pastime for others. Whether you do it infrequently or spend hours pottering around each weekend, it can place a large amount of stress on your spine. One of the main things people do incorrectly is carrying buckets. Whether they are filled with water, mulch, soil or garden waste they can prove both heavy and awkward. Here are a few tips to help you lighten the stress on your back: 1. Bend your knees and never bend your back 2. Carry what is necessary and do not over fill your bucket 3. Use two smaller buckets, one in each hand to balance the weight 4. Make a few extra trips to lighten the load each time 5. Take regular breaks Information courtesy of Donnybrook Chiropractic Clinic JOKES FOR THE KIDS Q: What do you call a baby monkey? A: A Chimp off the old block. Q: Did you hear about the race between the lettuce and the tomato? A: The lettuce was a "head" and the tomato was trying to "ketchup"! Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Community Notices RAINER WINKLER To all friends and acquaintances of ‘Winky’, please be advised there will be a celebration of his life at the Brookhampton Hall on Sunday 7 June 2015 at 10.30am. Enquiries to 9731 1545. NEWLANDS SOCIAL CLUB INC. AGM 14 June, 2pm at the the Newlands Hall 08 9731 6007 MARJORIE LAMB 1925 – 2015 Marjorie emigrated to Australia with her family back in 1956. She had always enjoyed writing, especially long letters and when she met her friend and mentor Marion, her writing took off. She completed two creative writing courses and began writing for magazines. Fortunately, back in 2003 she joined the Donnybrook Writers’ Group and with her talent and sense of humour was a great asset to the group. Marjorie was always quick to help and encourage others. She will be sadly missed by all her friends and fellow writers. Below is a poem Marjorie wrote in 2011 and was published in ‘Tales from under the apple tree’ Volume 4. The Donnybrook Writers’ Group would like to share it with you. This Separating Veil Full Steam Ahead Have you experienced the sounds of steam at the Donnybrook Station Markets? With the aid of some technical magic you can relive the sounds of an old steam engine coming into the station. Have you ever poked your head into the pop-up railway museum? Don’t miss it: 20 June . Boyanup-Bunbury Pioneer Railway This special 64 page edition of the Westland journal tells the full story of the construction, opening and service of the south west's first public railway. It's also a guide to the South West Rail & Heritage Centre, located at Boyanup, with descriptions of the main exhibits, including the "Leschenault Lady" vintage train. Plus a list of all the station masters, and an interview with the last station master. There is also the story of railway catering in the region - the legendary 'railway pie'. The book can be purchased at: http://railheritagewa.org.au I have grieved for each one, mother, father, husband, sister, In that order Remembering the happier times And the laughter. Knowing shared moments will never come again Except in memory What is this death, This sneak-thief, this separating veil? There’s no escaping, so I’m told, as if I didn’t know. Of course I do. “You’ll meet again in heaven” the godly say. But will we? Heaven must be crowded now, How will we find each-other? Do souls look earthly? Be-hatted Mum, pipe-smoking Dad, And Bob the Scot, whose accent baffled all. Photo: Refurbishment of a carriage at the Boyanup Rail And sister, Joan, with radiant smile, the one I bossed when Museum, back in 2005. we were young. I’d take my chances beyond the dark night sky, READ THE PRESTON PRESS ON-LINE, SAVE TREES But would prefer to meet on earth, To talk again, to laugh, squabble, sulk, make up. Would you would like to save paper, have access to the Preston Press before it reaches the shops The things we do with those we love. and read it in glorious colour? Email prestonpress@ Why does it have to end? westnet.com.au with ‘subscribe’ in the subject line. CA Marjorie Lamb 33 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Community Diary Arts & Crafts: At the Blue Guide Hall, Cnr Marmion & Ramsay St. TUES: Visitors welcome to learn a new craft or get back into craft work. Casual membership $3.00 per visit. Spinning, Weaving, Pottery, Knitting & Crocheting. WED: All welcome to learn and enjoy the traditional craft of rug hooking. THURS: Mosaic Madness. Craft day times are 10am – 2pm, BYO lunch with tea, coffee & biscuits available. Pre-school children are welcome if they are well supervised by a parent. Contact: Robin 9731 2874, Yvonne 9732 1235 or Claire Connolly 9731 2927. Argyle/Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade: Training 2nd Sunday of the month - 9.00am at the Fire Shed in Knights Rd, Argyle. Meetings bi-monthly on the 2nd Sunday of the month at 11am at the Fire Shed, Knights Rd, Argyle, in October, December, February and April. Badminton Kirup: (Mixed) Thursdays, 7.30pm at Kirup Hall. Call Anja 97641321. Balingup Lions Club: meets every second Thursday of the month at 7.00pm at the Community Centre, Balingup. Balingup Patchwork and Craft Group, every Thursday in the Balingup Recreation Centre from 10am to 3pm. New members are most welcome. Tea and coffee provided; BYO lunch. For further information contact Pam 9764 1285 or Wendy Holmes 9764 1038. Balingup Playgroup, Tuesdays 9.15 - 11.00 am at Balingup Primary School. Please bring a piece of fruit to share. Phone Rosie 97641781 for details. Balingup Progress Association: Meetings 1st Wednesday of the month 7pm at the Community Centre opp Balingup Tavern. Balingup Valley Voices: We sing a wide range of songs with an accomplished pianist. Join us on Tuesday from 4-5pm at the Balingup Recreation Centre. $1/ week. Contact 9764 1080, Michael 9764 1242 or Marjorie 9764 1331. Balingup Writers meet between 9am and noon every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Interested? Contact Jenny 9756 2085 or Tanya 9764 1274 Begonia Society of Donnybrook: meets 1.30 for 2pm start on the 4th Saturday each month at the CWA Hall. 9731 1926 or 9731 0256. Bindi Yoga: runs during the school term Tues & Fri mornings from 9:30-11am at the CWA opp the Shire and Mon nights from 6-7:30pm at the Donnybrook Library in the Seniors’ Room. Practising Dru Yoga, suitable for beginners, $10 per session. Contact Claire Connolly on 9731 2927 / 0415 670 139 or email: [email protected] Blackwood Community Circus: Saturdays 10am Balingup Recreation Centre. Adrian: 0458 056 306 Boot-scooting: at Donnybrook Masonic Hall. Mondays 10am and Thursdays 1pm. Beginners Wednesdays 7.30pm. Phone 9731 1018 for details. Boyanup Farmers Market: Every 4th Sunday, of the month except for Dec, 3rd Sunday. Phone: 0448 806 833. 34 Child Health Clinic: D’brook, Monday & Thursday: 8.30am–3.30pm (by appointment only).Tuesday: 9am-3.30pm, Boyanup, Ph: 9731 5481 Group Sessions: Postnatal, Positive Parenting, Parenting Toddlers, Sleep Programme, Bedwetting advice. Immunisation Clinic: 3rd Thursday of the month (by appointment) at the Donnybrook Child Health Clinic, 10 Allnutt Street, Donnybrook. Contact Therese or Stephanie on 9731 0341. Donnybrook Apple Festival Committee: Meetings held every two weeks (usually on a Thursday – pending committee work commitments) E: [email protected] W: www.donnybrookapplefestival. com P: 0400 224 158 (John Hayes) Donnybrook Basketball Association Bill Brown- President, Kym Anderson- Secretary, Andera Brown- Treasurer. Contacts are [email protected] PH: 08 97311621 Donnybrook Classic Auto Club. New members welcome. Meetings 3rd Sunday of month 10am, Community Centre, Allnutt Street Donnybrook. 9731 0669. Donnybrook Community Choir: Sings Wed 7-9pm at Donnybrook Tennis Club. All welcome. Ph 9731 1605 Donnybrook Community Workshop (Men’s Shed Aust): Tuesday night 6pm onwards BBQ & Projects. Variety of projects to help with or do your own. Run by Men’s Shed Australia as the Dbk Community W’shop for Metal Working Projects. Old Shire Depot, Victory Lane. Ph: 9731 1034. Donnybrook CWA: Meets every second Thursday 10am to 12pm and alternate Tuesday evenings 7.30pm-9.30pm. Come along and meet other local ladies and make new friends, learn a new skill, get involved in the community and have some fun. New members welcome. CWA Hall - 2 Bentley St Donnybrook. Contacts: Carolyn 0411 66 55 77/chayes@ lowdenridge.com.au, Karen 0427 211 008 [email protected], Kathryn 0427 427 705 [email protected] Donnybrook Dance Academy: Jazz, Tap, Classical and Acrobatic classes: Tue and Thur afternoons at Memorial hall (from 3 1/2 years upwards). Contact: Alison Delbridge 9731 2404 Donnybrook District High School P&C Meetings: 2nd Thursday of the month 7.30pm at the Dbk Community Library (except school holidays). Contact Gwendoline Nidd (president) 9731 0396 or Box 152 Donnybrook 6239. Secretary, [email protected] Donnybrook Football and Sporting Club: Training Wednesday & Friday for Seniors, Juniors: Tuesday & Thursday, V C Mitchell Park, Marmion Street, Donnybrook Phone: 9731 1219 Club open Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Donnybrook Historical Society: meets every third Thursday of the month. Currently meeting 1.30pm on the 2nd Sunday of each month, at the museum. New members welcome. Contact John Thomson on 9731 8264. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Donnybrook Horseman’s Club Trail Ride every 3rd Sunday of month. New members welcome. Contact: Meg 9731 8208 or Sandy 9731 1961. Donnybrook Hospital Auxiliary: meets the last Friday of the month in the library at the Dbk Hospital at 2pm. New members are most welcome. Contact: Suzanne Priestly (President) 9731 1395 or Dawn Simmons (Secretary) 9731 1313. Donnybrook Ladies Bowls: Donnybrook Bowls: New players welcome. Ladies play Thursdays 9.30am to 1pm. Contact: Ladies Captain Margaret Welsh on 97311245. Mixed scroungers Friday 4.00pm Contact President Joe Betti on 97311630. Donnybrook Ladies’ Golf 18 and 9-hole competitions, Wednesday each week. Names are to be in by 9.45am. All enquiries are welcome. Donnybrook Masonic Lodge - meets 3rd Tues of each month at 7.30 pm, Masonic Hall SW Hwy, Donnybrook, except September (installation/changeover) 3rd Sat, and June in recess. Donnybrook Orchard Improvement Group (D.O.I.G.) meets third Monday evening of each month at the Kirup Tavern. New members welcome, further details contact President Anthony Fullham 9761 1769 or afullham@ wn.com.au Donnybrook Regional Tourism Association: If you wish to join, contact Donnybrook Visitor Centre, 10am to 4pm, Monday - Friday 9731 1720. Donnybrook Station Market: Every 3rd Saturday of the month in front of the Donnybrook Visitors Centre from 9.00 am to 1.00 pm. Phone Dave: 9731 1720 Donnybrook Tennis Club: Tuesday ladies tennis from 9am – call Dianne Da Re 97311206. Prof Jr coaching, Sat am on hard courts from 8.30am, play is Saturday afternoons,1.30pm start. Contact the Secretary - Felicity Graham 0427310230. Donnybrook Theatre Troupe: is currently looking for actors, directors, stage crew and anyone interested in joining a theatre group. Please ring Sandy on 9731 1236. Fruit West: 9368 3125 Gardening Club: meets at 2pm on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Gardeners welcome. Specific information contact the President, Helen Tuia on 9731 1773. Gentle Gym: Tuesdays 9am, Dbk Library. Go-Kan-Ryu Karate: Class time Tuesdays 5.30-7pm at the Soldiers Memorial Hall. Contact Sensei Stuart Atkinson on 9731 0519 or 0412 638 465. Hard Court Hockey: Thursdays – Juniors 6.00pm, Seniors 7.30 pm. Kirup Playgroup: Friday morning 9.00 to 11.00 at Kirup Primary School. $2/family, bring fruit to share. Tea/coffee provided, Tammy Vitali 9731 6119 Lions Club of Donnybrook: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month starting at 7.30pm at the Lions Den, Allnutt St. President Clive Reid 0427 315 334. Secretary Tess Leedham 9731 5334. New members welcome. Mah Jong: Thursdays 7pm at the activity centre, Preston Village, Sharp St. New members welcome. Contact Vinna 9731 2453. Meditation: Donnybrook. Weekly introductory medi- tation classes available, with ongoing support. No fees charged. Call Loraine 9731 2571. Origins Centre: Jayes Road, Balingup, Phone 9764 1109. Weekly practice sessions of Classical Mindfulness in the rotunda Mon-Thurs and 2nd weekend of each month. Puja at 9am followed by potluck lunch at 12.30pm Wed. Playgroup: Tues 9.00am-11.00am during school term at Allnutt Community Centre (Child Health Nurse building). Contact Bronwyn Hodgson (Secretary) 0407 083 787 RSL: 1st Monday of the month, except June, which will be the 2nd Monday. 7.00pm upstairs at Memorial Hall, all welcome. Contact 9731 2757. Scouts: 1st Donnybrook Scout Group. Open to boys and girls, Cubs age 7-10 are now on Mondays 5-630 and Scouts are now Thursday 630-830. Contact Debbie 97 312152. Seniors Club (Donnybrook): Seniors Room, Dbk Community Library. 1.30pm Tuesdays & Thursday Carpet Bowls. 1.30pm Fridays Bingo & Quiz. Meeting: 2nd Friday of month. People over 50 welcome. 9731 0396. SES: Donnybrook State Emergency Service trains every second Monday, 7pm at the SES headquarters, Bentley St. Volunteers and visitors welcome. Tel: 9731 6116 Mob: 0419 926 689. Sisters of Ishtar Belly Dance: meets every Monday at the CWA Hall, 6.30 – 7.30pm. $10 non-members. Beginners Belly Dance: Check out our Facebook page or call Nat 0422 323 040 or Nina 0423 298 771 South West Fruit Growers Ass’n: 2nd Tuesday Aug, Oct, Dec, Feb, April, June. CWA Hall. St John Ambulance: 2nd Tuesday 7.30pm at Ambulance Rooms, Bentley Street. Story Time: Thursday and Friday 10.15am at the library, during school terms. Ph 9731 0432. Wellington Districts Pony Club holds its rallies one Sunday a month at the Donnybrook Horseman’s Club grounds in Frontino Rd, Donnybrook. Sec: 0466 494 690. Writers Group: Fortnightly Fridays 2-4pm at Dbk Community Library. New and established writers welcome. Contact Jo on 9731 0483. Yabberup Craft Group: meets Wednesdays of school term, 10am-2pm at Yabberup Hall. Bring along craftwork. Contact Bev Giudice 9732 2062. Are you a member of one of these groups? Please check the listings and email the Preston Press if anything needs to be changed. READ THE PRESTON PRESS ON-LINE, SAVE TREES Email [email protected] with ‘subscribe’ in the subject line and we will send you an email link to the latest Preston Press each month. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 35 News Country Club While the bowlers are having a well-earned break the golfing section has had a busy month. The Cellarbrations Classic was held on 16 and 17 May. This 4BBB event attracted 86 players from country and metropolitan clubs. The winners of this event were Jim Pooley and Peter Clifford from Donnybrook with a score of 95 Stableford points. Thanks go to our sponsors for their support. On Tuesday 19 May Donnybrook hosted the Country Veteran Golfers Assoc Competition. Country Veteran members travelled from as far as Augusta in the south, Pinjarra in the north and Kojonup in the east. 140 men participated in this event. The weather was perfect for golf, unlike last year when the game was cancelled due to very wet weather. The lady golfers have also been busy with pennants and attending open days at various clubs throughout the South West. Several ladies will be attending the Rural Bronze Competition in Geraldton at the end of the month. This will be played at the Geraldton Golf Club, is a Golf WA event and is open to players with a GA handicap of 22.6 and above. A coaching session has been held by Head Coach, Troy Murphy from Capel Golf Club. Nine people attended and availed themselves of Troy’s knowledge. The next coaching session will be held on Tuesday 9 June 2015 at 1pm. Enquiries - Contact Annie on 97321291. The AGM of the Donnybrook Country Club has been set for Thursday 18 June 2015, 8pm at the Donnybrook Country Club. On the Social scene, the Donnybrook Country Club is holding a quiz night on Saturday 6 June, 7.30pm at the Country Club. Entry Fee is $10 per person (tables of six.) BYO Basket Supper. Get your table organised for a great night out in a friendly atmosphere. Quiz master Colin Hazelden will keep everyone on their toes with his questions. To book phone the Club House 97311268 or Jan 0429316310 Golf is played on: Tuesday – 9 hole men’s competition (GOD squad) tee off time is 2.30pm. Wednesday is Ladies’ day and is an eighteen hole competition with names in by 9.45am. 9 holes is also available for anyone not wishing to play 18 holes. Thursday is an 18 hole mixed open event from noon. Saturday is an 18 hole men’s competition with either a time sheet from 12pm or a draw from 12.15pm. Sunday is an 18 hole mixed competition with a 12.30pm draw (except for major events). Meals are being served at the Donnybrook Country Club on Friday nights between 6 and 8 pm. Visitors are welcome to come along and enjoy a meal. Enquiries or bookings can be made by calling 97311268. For all membership enquiries call 97311268 or email [email protected] Golf fixtures and results for 2015 can be found on our web site: - www.donnybrookcountryclub.myclub.org.au 36 Donnybrook-Balingup Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Day Date: Friday 10th July 2015 Time: T.B.C. (Afternoon) – Shotgun Start Format: Team Ambrose (9 holes) Address: Donnybrook Country Club E-mail: [email protected] Cost: $25 per person (teams of 4) - includes Green Fees, refreshments on course, sausage sizzle afterwards Loads of spot prizes, fun & networking!!! SEQUINS AND SIZZLING STEPS St. Mary's popular annual disco was held on Friday 22 May at the school with it once again being a resounding success. Dress was colourful and different with sequins being seen as the fashion, and that wasn't only the girls. Boys sported brightly coloured sequinned ties, dungarees and shirts. The music supplied by a DJ had the Kindy to year two students showing off all their moves as possible future contestants in Dancing With the Stars. The older students from years three to six also showed their expertise on the dance floor after the littlies finished and can't be ruled out as future dance stars. Lorelle Dickinson, President of the school P & F Association which organises the Discos with the help of coordinators said they are always popular. The students to whom I spoke, said it was great fun and they look forward to them. Fun glasses with noses seem to be a popular item. P & F Secretary Anna Rabbone said parents commented on how well organised the evening was. PH Photo: Dylan Connor (L) and Lucas Robertson wearing novelty glasses and noses, resting between dances. Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 37 38 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 39 Shire of Donnybrook Balingup Road Safety Survey This survey has been created to gain an understanding of the impact the Speed Detection Signs and the Bin Sticker program has had on developing shared responsibility for Road Safety in our Community. • Have you noticed Speed Detection Signs on the roads in our Shire? Yes No • Do you feel the Speed Detection Signs raise a driver's awareness of speeding? Yes No • Do you think Speed Detection Signs encourage drivers to reduce their speed by acting as a Deterrent or as an Information Tool? Deterrent Information Tool • Do you think that Speed Detection Signs have encouraged you to reduce your speed? Yes No • Where would you like to see Speed Detection Signs to be used in our Shire? _________________________________________________________________________ • As a driver, have you noticed a Bin Sticker requesting drivers to slow down? Yes No • Do you think Bin Stickers encourage drivers to reduce their speed? Yes No • When you see a Bin Sticker, has reminded you to be more aware of your speed and driving habits at the time? Yes No • Do you have a Slow Down sticker on your bin? Yes No • Do you think there is a need for more Bin Stickers in our community? Yes No • What other activities or initiatives would you like to see the Shire support or implement to improve driver responsibility for Road Safety in our community? _________________________________________________________________________ • What is the post code of your residence? _________________________________ 40 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 Shire of Donnybrook Balingup Road Safety Survey Please see over for a copy of the survey that can be completed and returned to the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup office or your local school. OR Complete it on line by accessing the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup website http://donnybrook-balingup.wa.gov.au/ Latest News: Road Safety Survey Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 41 Telling Tales in Balingup Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July 2015 4 – 14 years Children’s Story Telling Festival South West Highway, Balingup WA Authors and Illustrators Saturday – 10.00am – 4.00pm Sunday – 10.00am – 2.30pm Only $6 per child per day - includes all materials Enquiries Balingup Visitors Centre 9764 1818 For full program details and enquiries visit: www.tellingtalesinbalingup.com.au Proudly supported by: Stree tP Satur arade 12.45 day - 1. 1 from 5pm Balin gup H all Balingup Small Farm Field Day, Balingup Primary School, Bendigo Bank, Medieval Carnivale, The Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup, South West Development Commission 42 Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 S E E FR E E CR G N NI When: Thursday 18 June 2015 Free sausage sizzle from 5:30 – 6:30pm, then movie from 6:30-8:00pm Donnybrook Community Library, Senior’s Room. No bookings required. Children welcome. Passionate about getting kids active outdoors? Nature Play WA in partnership with the Department of Sport and Recreation and the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup invites community members with an interest in supporting unstructured outdoor play in the early years to join us for a workshop on Friday 19 June 2015 from 9:00am – 2:00pm at Donnybrook Community Library, Senior’s Room. Bookings are essential. Visit www.natureplaywa.org.au/donnybrook-nature-play-workshop for more info or to register. I N PA R T N E R S H I P W I T H Preston Press, 2015/05 Issue 142 43