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 MAY 2015 Anzac Legend Lives On HONOURING THE ANZACS IN BALINGUP A sense of unity and appreciation humbled the crowd that stood in silence on Saturday, reflecting on those who have served and died for our nation’s freedom. Hundreds gathered at the Donnybrook War Memorial to commemorate the Anzac centenary. Veteran Arthur Scanlan led the march down the main street followed by RSL members, community service organisations, local Schools and Scouts. Recognition was given to all men, women and animals that have fought for our country. People of all ages assembled to commemorate 100 years since the landing of Gallipoli and to demonstrate how the legacy of the Anzac spirit lives on. Guest Speaker Chris Sharp spoke of his Uncle Frederick Kirsch who had left his farm in Thomson Brook to enlist in the army at 16 years as Trooper 141. After two years at Guildford he signed up for the 10th Light Horse Regiment, embarking at Fremantle on His Majesty’s Transport Mashobra on 8 February, 1915. On 7 of August 1915 at the age of 19, Frederick was killed in action in Gallipoli during the battle of Chunick Bair against the Ottoman Empire. The ceremony was then followed with the laying of the wreaths, the Last Post as well as the Australian and New Zealand National Anthem. Everyone was then invited to enjoy a sausage sizzle provided by the Lions Club in the memorial gardens accompanied by the sound of the Salvation Army Brass Band. Eliza Miller The Balingup Anzac Service started off at Birdwood Park Avenue of Honor with stories of soldiers from this district who lost their lives in their duty to the country. At 10.30am 100 marchers gathered at Birdwood Bridge for the march to the War Memorial in the centre of town, Marshalled by Pat Scallon and led by Ken Walker from Newlands representing the Lighthorse Brigade. Another 100 people stood to attention as the marchers arrived at the Memorial Service that was conducted by Bill Gardner. Balingup School Children read out 54 names of those service men from this district who lost their lives and Angus Christenson recited a poem of the landing at Gallipoli. Wreaths were laid and songs sung in great appreciation of the service men and women at this 100 year remembrance of the sacrifice made for their country. Visitors enjoyed a ‘billie tea’ put on by the Balingup Lions Club. Thank you to the CWA ladies who produced 14 wreaths, Jill Duncan for the organ accompaniment and Russell Price for the sound system. Noelene King Photos: Wreath at the Donnybrook service; Light Horseman, Ken Walker, leads the Balingup procession through the Avenue of Honour; Jesse Everett handing out programs in Donnybrook, and Bill Gardner at the microphone. Photos by Eliza Miller and Brian Vanallen. More on page 7 FREE INSIDE: p3: 2015 Apple Festival p9: Field Day’s huge crowds p23: What’s on in May and June? p25: Basketball round-up Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 Supported by: 1 CRC Chat Preston Press Donnybrook & Balingup Community News Co-ordinator: Frances Kilpatrick Editor and advertising: Carolyn Austin Reporters: Pamela Harrison, Eliza Miller, Sue Dennis 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 June issue are Tuesday 26 May for ads and Thursday 28 May 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 The fantastic ‘Food Sensations via Video Conference’ starts again at Donnybrook CRC on 7 May at 11am. These fun workshops on nutrition run for four Thursdays from 11am to 1pm and cover issues such as diabetes, how to read food labels and cooking food that is both healthy and delicious. To book a place or for more information please call the CRC on 97312177. 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. Donnybrook Arts and Craft Group The Donnybrook Arts and Craft Recipe Book was launched at the recent Apple Festival and is available from the Visitor Centre. This book is a treasure trove of family favourite recipes and cooking tips. It is selling like hot cakes, so get your copy while stocks last. We are now opening on the last Sunday in every month from 2pm for a Sunday Crafternoon, starting on Sunday 24 May. Members and non-members are welcome to come along, bring with you a handiwork project you are working on and join in the camaraderie and sharing of skills and tips. Or just come for the tea and chat in the blue Guide Hall on the corner of Ramsay Terrace and Marmion Street. Come along to the Balingup Art and Craft Affair on Saturday 9 May and see many of our members, Donnybrook artisans, displaying and demonstrating their skills and creativity in the boutiques and small shops in Balingup. This is a great opportunity to find the ideal Mother’s Day gift. We will be running more workshops in the coming months. Watch this space in future editions of the Preston Press for more information. Robin Inkpen, President. 9731 2874 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 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 Photo: Kathryn Knoll of the CWA, displays her 1st prize winning plain scones in the produce tent at the Apple Festival. A BREATH OF FRESH AIR Donnybrook was blessed with beautiful weather over the Easter Weekend making it a perfect setting for the Donnybrook Apple Festival – Harvest and Arts 2015. After many months of preparation Satur- day morning was the perfect sight for the committee, volunteers and vendors alike; a line of people buzzing at the front gate and ready to get in! Our amazing ladies and gents in the ticket booth raced people through but there was a line nearly to the main road with people chilling out under the gum trees and listening to our wonderful buskers and entertainers outside the gate. Overall the event was a great success in the eyes of the committee and from much of the feedback received by the general public and vendors. This year the oval was jam packed. There was literally no more room for any late bookings, which was music to stall organiser and secretary Samantha Dixon’s ears. “The plan was to look at building the quality and variety of stalls for this year. There is still more work to be done, as it should be every year, but we were thrilled by the reception from our food and non-food vendors. There are lessons learnt here as well, and all feedback has been constructive; at the end of the day we want to make the festival something that the town will always feel proud and excited to be involved in!” The final figures for the event are very pleasing for the committee as it is just above last year’s numbers – 8000 people through the gates. Figures for the festival on average sit between 7000 and 9000 patrons. As there were visible changes to the Festival it CWA LOOKS LIVELY! As the revitalised Donnybrook Branch of the CWA moves towards celebrating its first birthday it is time to reflect on the many achievements and fun activities that have been enjoyed in the past 12 months. The group has played host to a number of handson workshops where members and invited guests have learnt fundamentals of women’s self-defence, photography, African drumming, singing, soap making, preserving and various traditional handicrafts such as knitting, crocheting and card making, to mention a few. The CWA made a big splash at the recent Donnybrook Harvest and Arts festival by cooking up and selling hundreds of homemade apple slices as well as holding a cooking competition, which will hopefully become an ongoing annual event where locals can compete for bragging rights on old and new family recipes. The local community is also enjoying the fruits of this AT THE APPLE FESTIVAL was great to get such positive support, and for this year that’s all the committee was aiming for. Next year is a different story – onwards and upwards! One main concern that the committee has experienced is although we were lucky enough to have a few young people to come out and help over the weekend – everyone worked themselves ragged with the set-up, the event itself and then the pack-down. The committee is in desperate need of more helpers, volunteers, and even more committee members. Every little bit helps, even if it’s an hour or two here or there. We will be advertising our AGM shortly so please feel free to contact the committee or come along to the AGM to have a chat about how you can help this community event. Back onto a bright note - Next year’s planning is already underway with a shifted focus on bringing on board more exhibitors; for example the Blacksmith Forgery went down a treat with everyone, as well as the amazing crew from the RRAWA birds of prey exhibition who were amazed at the support and interest from the crowd both days. This, and growing the Art Exhibition with a few exciting extras next year will be sure to keep people coming back for more! All in all the committee hopes that it has made the town proud, that everyone enjoyed coming along to the festival, and we look forward to working together with all the different stakeholders in the event next year! Apple Festival Committee Photos: Top to bottom: Apple Festival committee, day one and dog tired; talented entertainer, Elise Payne; one lone fruit-grower in the parade. talented group of ladies who have been providing catering and support at local emergencies, events and private functions. The branch supports the local Women’s shelter in Bunbury, local families in need, the Sir James Mitchell education fund and is currently raising funds to renovate the kitchen at the hall. The local members range in age from their 20’s to 90’s with every member having something different and interesting to add to the group. The group meets 7pm every second Tuesday evening and 10am alternate Thursday mornings. The next meetings will be Tuesday 5 May at 7pm and 10am Thursday 15 May at 10am – at the CWA Hall, 2 Bentley St Donnybrook. Ladies interested in joining can contact Carolyn Hayes [email protected] or 9732 1605. Photo: Emily, right, as catering manager, was key to managing the production of the Apple slices. 3 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 Local Arts Scene TOP EXHIBITION NOT TO BE MISSED! Balingup Artist Douglas Chambers is to have a major Survey Exhibition of his art works to be held at the Bunbury Regional Email your contributions to Art Galleries, 44 Wittenoom St Bunbury. [email protected] His Exhibition, entitled “Unfinished Business” will run from 18 April until 24 May 2015 at the Galleries and will be open every day 10:00am to 4:00pm. Entry is free. There is a lift on the ground floor of the Galleries to enable disability and wheelchair access and also a stairway to the Chapel Gallery. The curator, Catherine Czerw, will be holding a Floor talk on the Exhibition, Sunday 3 May, 2 to 3pm. School talks on the Exhibition are also being held on Monday 4 May at the Galleries. Please book for these talks by ringing the Bunbury Art Galleries on 9792 7321. The Exhibition will provide a unique opportunity for visiting public to see a selection of Douglas’ paintings and drawings created over the past 25 years. Douglas Chambers is one of Western Australia’s most respected and senior Artists. He was born in London and is a graduate of the Royal College of Art. Douglas turned 80 in March 2015 and his vast experience as a professional artist spans the decades. Douglas’ work is described as bringing together ‘his fascination with mythology, personal history and the cyclical patterns of nature’. His pictures are very accessible and describe many personal themes; of London in the Blitz, Mythology and the Goddesses, and of Nature, as in his most recent images of the Bees. “Unfinished Business” is a Life Giving Exhibition of art from the head to the heart. Not to be missed. Photos: top to bottom: Winter; Spring; Doug Chambers exhibition opening: Exhibition curator Catherine Czerw; artwork lenders Jude Brazendale and her partner John; and the guest of honour and subject of the exhibition, the artist Douglas Chambers. Balingup Patches and Craft Group News On Saturday 18 April the Balingup Patches and Craft group held a Quilt Exhibition in the town hall, Jayes Road Balingup, as part of the Balingup Small Farm Field Day, with members arriving at 7.30am to hang all the quilts. It was a very busy time for everyone. Over 70 beautiful quilts were on display. The majority of these were provided by members of the Balingup group, with some from Bridgetown and Donnybrook quilters. There was a vast array of styles and colours. Visitors to the display were very impressed with the work on display. The viewer’s choice award was won by Jillian Plester for her quilt ‘Walk in my Garden’ - a beautiful art quilt. The quilters were kept very busy providing refreshments for viewers or those who just wanted somewhere quite to sit and chat and enjoy a cuppa. On display also was the travelling suitcase from the WA Quilters Association. These are small quilts and the theme was ‘vessel’. There were some very interesting interpretations of ‘vessel’. Photo: Jillian Plester with her quilt ‘Walk in my Garden’. JK CAN WA's Plan to Boost Skills Development New research has found that 90% of people surveyed in Local Government believe there needs to be more specific training and professional development in the areas of arts and cultural planning and creative community engagement. A report into Arts and Culture in WA Local Government produced by CAN WA and the Chamber of Arts and Culture WA also found that 90% of respondents believe that arts and culture plays a significant role in the community, however, only 13% of councils have an overarching strategy or plan for arts and culture. 4 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 WANTED Would like to invite you to our Annual Supper, Dinner and Matinee Shows at the Big Apple Theatre, 186 Grist Rd, Donnybrook NORMA LEIGH NURSING HOME A Comedy written by Jo Hamlet Directed by Sandra Scaffidi Friday 22 May: Dinner (3 course meal) $55 per head Doors Open 6pm. Dinner starts 6.30pm. BYO Saturday 23 May: Dinner (3 course meal) $55 per head Doors Open 6pm. Dinner starts 6.30pm. BYO Friday 29 May: Supper $27 per head Doors Open 7.30pm. Show starts 8.00pm. BYO Saturday 30 May: Dinner (3 course meal) $55 per head Doors Open 6pm. Dinner starts 6.30pm. BYO Sunday 31 May: Matinee (Afternoon Tea) $23 per head. Doors Open 1.30pm. Show starts 2.00pm. Tickets from Donnybrook Newsagency 97311059 EFTPOS available (no door sales) We are a not-for-profit Troupe. Sorry no concessions. Enquiries please phone 9731 1236. Unwanted sheet music in any condition, for recycling art project. 9731 1605 Bunbury Repertory Club production A Lover’s Concerto 8 pm Friday 1, Saturday 2, Friday 8 and Saturday 9 May Matinees: 2 pm Sunday 3 and Sunday 10 May Little Theatre Pratt Road Eaton Tickets: trybooking.com/GQQI Adults $25, Concession $20. Tickets at door (cash only if any available) Two great music events in Manjimup on Saturday May 2 Both events will be held at the Four Aces Bar, Manjimup Hotel. A concert with the Dave Johnson Trio in the evening and a harmony singing workshop/bluegrass jam in the afternoon! Harmony Singing Workshop in the afternoon. 2 – 4 pm with Dave Johnson. Have you always wanted to know how to pitch a harmony when others are singing the melody line .. and felt a tad envious of those who can just “do it”? Dave is planning the session so that the first part of the workshop will focus on a few well loved bluegrass songs to give people plenty of opportunity to “play” with 3rds and 5ths. The second part of the workshop will still be vocally focused but those who have brought their instruments can jam. To Book for workshop http://www.trybooking.com/ HLZR Evening Concert....6.30 for a 7 o’clock start. Dave has earned a strong reputation as an accomplished song smith and great exponent of the mandolin and tenor guitar. He has toured extensively through Europe with fellow Australian singer songwriter CARUS. http://www.trybooking.com/131135 or cash only and no phone bookings at the Manjimup Visitors” Centre. $20 Concert, $20 Workshop, $30 Combined ticket $25 Concert at the door Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 5 Autumn Festival of Country Gardens We have five new gardens which is something of a record for Autumn. Friday 1 May. Hillview Garden Centre in Bridgetown hosts the Festival Centre from today and through the weekend with a map display and programs. We have a special excursion to the Northcliffe fireground meeting at the Northcliffe Visitor Centre at 1.15 pm. On Saturday 2 May Chrissy Sharp will do a GVTP Walk starting at 9.30 am. From 2 to 4 pm there will be an Autumn-inspired accessories display and styling workshop at Badgers House at Ford House. From 6 pm the Emporium Bistro in Bridgetown will be open with an Autumn themed menu - Roger and Toni have their garden in the Festival, Trott’s Cottage. The gardens open from 10 am to 5 pm Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 May are: Donnybrook: Stannard’s garden: Woodfield Balingup: Montaza Park, Bridgetown: Maranup Ford, Trott’s Cottage, Ford House, The Terraces, Sunnyhurst, Rokewood, Hakuna Matata and Lostwithiel Manjimup: Quince Honey Pemberton: Lakeside Garden, Wherelse Check out the Festival website: http://www.countrygardens-australia.com National Broadband Network coming to Donnybrook Homes and businesses in South West are a step closer to getting the National Broadband Network, with additional construction to commence on the network in the third quarter of 2016. The Member for Forrest Nola Marino today welcomed the release by NBN Co of a quarterly national roll-out plan to September 2016, which will see approximately 55,000 premises connected to the NBN by means of fixed line technology and an additional 3,320 premises getting access via wireless technology throughout the South West. “I have long been advocating for better broadband sooner in the South West” Mrs Marino said. “This rollout plan will provide greater certainty for homes and businesses as they prepare for super-fast broadband services.” “The NBN will deliver Internet access that’s fast, reliable and affordable,” Mrs Marino said. “Better broadband will transform the way homes and businesses communicate, do business and access online services.” A total of 1,400 premises in Donnybrook will be connected by fixed line to the NBN according to the roll out announced today. “This is a great result for Donnybrook, which will now see a lot more people accessing the NBN much faster than previously thought” Mrs Marino said. 6 Shire Shorts Reminding us of our responsibilities on the roads Shoppers and residents were reminded to take care on the roads over the Easter and school holiday break. On Saturday 28 March, during the peak shopping time, community volunteers arrived in their brightly coloured life-saving vehicles and parked up to participate in the Blessing of the Roads. This event aims to: Create awareness for road users to exercise courtesy, care and common sense when travelling on the roads during the Easter weekend. Remember the family and friends of those who have died or been seriously injured in road crashes and provide an opportunity for them to encourage others to be more road safety aware. Recognise the dedication and efforts of those, both full time and volunteers, who work towards reducing road trauma in Western Australia. Long term community volunteer Gwendoline Nidd reminded us all to consider the trauma involved in road accidents to family members and the community at large. “We all have a shared responsibility to keep our roads safe and we all must accept this responsibility.” Through a detailed account of the Road Trauma day run for Year Ten students at Donnybrook District High School she brought to our attention the reality of road accidents within the Donnybrook Balingup community. Gwendoline appealed to the community by stating “Governments can legislate, we can build safer roads, police can enforce laws, we can buy safer cars and road safety groups can educate, but unless, we the community members, make road safety our personal goal, we will continue to have families suffer the grief associated with the loss of life from car crashes.” Local Priests added strength to the message of road safety through prayer, “Give all road users a sense of responsibility toward others; that they may at all times show care, courtesy and consideration for others.” Councillors Anne Mitchell and Cr. Angelo Logiudice called on us to: be responsible for our actions when using the roads, turn off our mobile phone before driving, travel at a safe speed, belt up, if you are drinking arrange a skipper, and take a break when driving long distances. The inhabitants of the brightly coloured life-saving vehicles were showered with thanks for all that they do and admired for their dedication, as they drove away back to their homes awaiting the next call to action. Photo: Gwendoline Nidd addresses those assembled. Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 THE DONNYBROOK DAWN SERVICE How heart warming to see rugged up young mums with toddlers snuggled under a blanket and in pushers, children (with a few yawns) ranging in ages up to teenagers, and adults up to the very elderly in what was a very chilly dark early morning. All there to say thank you, remember those who never came home and in the hush of the dark, listen to the mournful sounds of the Last Post. The beautiful sounds of the two Pipers so clear in the crisp air was spine tingling. Each and every person deep in their own thoughts, remembering relatives, mates who died alongside, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. PH Photo: Pipers Lachlan Reid (L) and Jarrah Tinker at Dawn Serivce; Balingup PS Students, L – R Katie Guest, Yali Harris & Stephanie Aldridge; Veteran Arthur Scanlan leading the Donnybrook March. Below, panorama of the Donnybrook Anzac Service. Photos by PH, BvA and EM. Keeping the Autumn Blues at Bay Who would have guessed that we would spend the first week of the school holidays running in and out between showers and the second week looking for our sunscreen and hats? Well it did not stop us from having fun during the School Holiday activities. After the thrill of the rides, and collection of goodies and prizes, at the Apple Festival we embarked on creating whatever we could imagine with recycled material at the ‘Loose Parts Play’ held at Donnybrook and Balingup. There were many moments of wonder at the possibilities, and laughter from the thrill of competing against each other in the abstract obstacle course. We now know how much fun it can be to empty the recycling bin and use things in other ways all with a bit of creative flair. Donnybrook children were treated to a casual stroll along the Preston River banks and inspired by Debbie Brace, Shire of Donnybrook Balingup Environmental Officer to take a good look at the plants and animals. Rubbish was collected, weeds identified and plans were made to help the native species flourish. This, combined with the Nature Walk in the beautiful Golden Valley Tree Park in Balingup, gave us the chance to breathe in the fresh air of autumn. A ‘Story Stuff’ adventure, was held in Donnybrook and Balingup where the children were led into another world and then created finger painting masterpieces or monster crocodiles to hang on mums clothes lines when they got home. The Donnybrook Recreation Centre was another favourite haunt for our group of school holiday program participants, with soccer and swimming skill development and a little bit of fun and games thrown in. An appearance from the fabulous and famous Mr Rick Greaves at VC Mitchell Park, who put us through our paces and taught us a trick or two with a footy. We finished the week with a pool party for all, and the Balingup Small Farm Field day on Saturday 18 April. Phew, I think going back to school was a rest for us all though I can’t wait to get started on the next round of school holiday fun and adventure. I hope I see you there. Helen Gamble Photo: Lilly Dickson and her younger brother sailing the seas on their boat at Loose Parts Play. Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 7 • Safe, gentle and professional care for all back, neck and joint problems • Acute pain resolution and chronic pain management programs • Effective pre and post pregnancy treatment for mother and baby • Sports injury rehabilitation programs • Pensioner Discount Opening hours: Monday –Friday 2.30 – 6.30pm member FOR SALE – Rainwater tank with brand new pump Selling a BlueScope - Pioneer Water Tank and Davey water pump Tank has been unused since installation, new condition. Would suit business, winery or hobby farm. Model No – GT30 Zincalume –green colour Dome Roof Specifications – 4.1 metres diameter x 2.18 metres high Gross Capacity – 27,605 litres Accessories: 50mm Outlet with valve Leaf Filter Basket Standard Lockable Access Hatch Davey - commercial grade water pump (brand new still in packaging) Metal lockable pump case Contact Betty McNeill, Principal Melville Primary School on 9330 2255 Or Kristy Izzillo on 0415758994 Buyer will need to remove – Make an offer. 8 Photo: Enjoying the SFFD. The usual suspects, Rae McPherson, Roz Benson, Laurie Capill and Dave Fawcett. SD Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 25th year of the Balingup Small Farm Field Day A Great Balingup Day Out A perfect autumn day heralded the 25th Balingup Small Farm Field Day. The crowds flocked to the event, taking advantage of stalls and activities that showcased all aspects of small farming and locally produced foods and crafts. There were interesting talks on local wetland birds, composting, native bees and the joys and trials of being a small farmer; all were informative and well attended. By the brook, the sheep dog demonstrations and duck wrangling were enjoyed by all the family. There were lots of opportunities for visitors to ask for advice and information from the many experts and specialised stallholders who were there to offer their skills, merchandise and experience to the small farmer and gardener. Kids had plenty to get involved in on the day with lots of free activities, including animal rides, rock wall climbing, and a variety of farm animals to pet and wonder at, as well as getting down to it in the Kids Kitchen, making felt, and acting up at the circus workshops. Throughout the day there was a smorgasbord of home-grown stage acts for everyone to enjoy, with local singers and songwriters, bush poetry and the varied stunts and antics of the community circus. Lots of people took the time to sit and enjoy the sun and take a rest while being entertained. “We are really pleased with the amount of people attending this year. There were far more than usual. We guess approximately 14,000 visitors came on the day,” said long-term SFFD committee member Trevor Payne. “Everyone I spoke to said that they’d had a great day.” The community of Balingup will be very pleased with that, with about 75% of community members involved in staging the event. All proceeds go back into community projects. In July, community groups can apply to the Small Farm Field Day Trust for a grant for their projects. Sue Dennis Photos: clockwise from top left, local entertainers: Kye Murray and Grace Armstrong, and Sue, Dave and Carolyn of ‘Tinkers’Alley’; Sheep Dog Duck Trials; the Community Circus; Bridgetown Alpaca breeder Paul Murphy; Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 9 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 Bathroom Call Steve: 0448 976 083 Mobile: 0409 200 200 138 138 Mobile: 0409 Situated in Blue and9731 White2311 building Workshop: Cnr South West Hwy & Fleet Street, Donnybrook allen’s HYPNOTHERAPIST WJ FOX DHP BCMA MCAH ALLCARE THERAPY CENTRE TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT 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. 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Check out our website.... www.animalhealthcentredbk.com info @heavenlyhampers.net.au Tel: 08 9731 1315 / 0438 957 646 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 13 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 RING OR EMAIL. CALL TODAY WYE ELECTRICAL 0478 644 402 Brian Stevenson Email: [email protected] EC 010446 We cover ALL aspects of domestic and light commercial electrical installations. 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. Fully insured with Safety and Quality of work being principle values in our business. We do inspection testing & reporting associated with electrical installation fixed wiring for insurance purposes. We are an owner-operated business so you deal directly with Brian who is competent, safety focused, has a strong work ethos. 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] 14 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 JACK IS OUTWARD BOUND Jack Benson will soon be undertaking an Outward Bound course in the Walpole area, thanks to the Balingup Lions Club. As part of the Club’s commitment to supporting youth activities in the Balingup area, the Club raised funds for a local young person to attend the course and Jack was chosen. Jack will be testing himself in the Outward Bound Navigator course, a personal development experience full of adventure, wilderness, new friends and fun, while discovering and developing his potential. The course runs for 12 days, during which time he will explore wilderness regions in the southwest, while working together with others to achieve goals. Photo - Lions President Carol Bullard and member Iain Massey congratulate Jack. A community is only as strong as its people. MASSAGE & EMMETT THERAPIST Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday mornings Donnybrook Chiropractic Clinic, 3/25 South West Hwy OPEN Night, Support your community Your community relies on local volunteers to help keep this vital service running. You can give back and make a real difference in your community. CONTACT REBECCA 0408 572 302 TREATMENTS FOR STRESS, PAIN & DISCOMFORT What: Donnybrook Sub Centre Open Night Where: Bentley Street, Donnybrook When: Wednesday May 13, 2015 | Time: 7pm to 8pm RSVP: [email protected] or 9731 1577 Refreshments provided Accredited member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society. Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 15 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 16 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 HOUSE OF PERRI 9731 0044 Country Club Donnybrook and House of Perri proudly present ‘Shades of Winter’ 2015 Fashion parade and morning tea fund-raiser for Australia’s Biggest Cup of Tea. Featuring Sally Young designs Thursday 28 May Doors open at 9.30 for a 10am start Door Sales only Raffles ,give-aways, fun , food and fashion More details available at House of Perri 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 Authorised by T Redman, 5/78 Strickland St Denmark WA 6333 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 17 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. 18 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 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. Donnybrook Horseman’s Club Trail Ride every 3rd Sunday of month. New members welcome. Contact: Meg 9731 8208 or Sandy 9731 1961. Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 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 meditation 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. Portuguese millipedes - how to stem the invasion The Ag Dept has a website with some great pointers on page 3 of the article. https://www.agric.wa.gov. au/pest-insects/portuguese-millipedes 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, 2015/04 Issue 141 19 DONNYBROOK FINANCE KEEPING YOU INFORMED How does an Offset Account work? An offset account is a transaction account linked to your home loan. Every dollar in your offset account reduces the amount of interest you are charged on your home loan, almost as if you have paid it directly off the loan. If you are a disciplined spender and stick well to your budget, you would deposit all of your salary into your offset account and pay your bills using your credit card, rather than using your transaction account. By using your credit card, you are leaving funds in your offset transaction account, which is decreasing the balance of your loan. Of course, the success of this strategy is dependant on being able to pay off your credit card in full by the statement due date. Call Debbie on 08 9731 8103 or Mobile 041 904 6861 Anytime [email protected] Australian Credit Licence 448994 20 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 ONE PATIENT MUM AND HER DAUGHTER One mum wrote of her experiences for World Autism Awareness Week. You can find her piece on standing quietly at: https://dirtynakedandhappy.wordpress. com/2015/03/03/i-stand-quietly-istandquietly/ Extract from website. “I have had to learn to do these things quietly because my daughter needs me to. She is seven; bright, super funny, articulate, thoughtful and loving. She also has autism spectrum disorder. If you saw her on a good day, you’d maybe think she was a little shy and kooky. You’d maybe wonder why I am letting her wear flipflops in the winter rain. You’ll never see her on a bad day as she can’t leave the house. She has severe sensory processing difficulties. A normal day exhausts her and when she feels overwhelmed, even a gentle voice trying to soothe her with loving words can be too much to process, making her feel crazy. She describes walking into a room of people as “like staring at the sun”. She’s incredibly empathetic but you may not realise as she feels her own and others’ emotions so deeply she can’t bear it, and so sometimes she has to just shut down. Forget about a hug. She is also desperately trying to come to terms with having a hidden disability that few people can understand. This is just one story among thousands of different stories of autism, not everyone is like Rainman or like my daughter. I know it’s no great piece of prose but it’s from the heart. Thanks for reading: and I would appreciate it if you could please share to help autism awareness.” Unique Mental Health Facility for Country People On 15 April the Minister for Mental Health Helen Morton, MLC, officially opened Blackwood River Clinic, a unique, fully accredited and licensed private mental health day hospital set in the beautiful serene rural setting of the Blackwood River Valley in the South West of Western Australia. At the same time Barry House, MLC, President of the Legislative Council and Member for the South West Region, opened the equity of access accommodation adjacent to the Clinic. Sky Lakes Retreat provides Western Australians from the country, including from rural and remote areas, the opportunity to access these world class programs at Blackwood River Clinic. Dr Stephen Proud, Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Director, said that the intensive therapy provided in this peaceful environment assists patients to deal with issues without the distractions normally found at home. He said that the Clinic adopts a holistic approach and blends psychotherapy with mindfulness, meditation, creativity, yoga, nutrition education and exercise. Patients are admitted for four-week programs that treat depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD and drugs and alcohol. Highly qualified mental health professionals include Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Nurses and Occupational Therapists. The Clinic also offers weekend programs that include mindfulness, wellness and families and carers support and respite. Blackwood River Clinic was once a stately spacious country home and has now been carefully transformed into a day hospital that maintains a warm and homely atmosphere. Dr Wally Moroz (Ph.D), site and project manager said he was grateful for the leadership exhibited by Barbara Dunnet, Former President of the Shire of Nannup, and Margaret Bird, Former Deputy Shire President of the Shire of Nannup, who at the time guided the local community through the consultation and development approval process. The active support by the Hon. Barry House, MLC, local member for the South West Region and President of the Legislative Council, the Hon. Helen Morton, MLC, Minister for Mental Health, the Hon. Terry Redman, MLA, local member for Warren Blackwood and Minister for Regional Development and the Hon. John Day, MLA, Minister for Planning ensured that this unique service is available to Western Australians. www.blackwoodriverclinic.com.au Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 21 22 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 What’s On In May and June? Saturday/ Sunday 2/3 May Festival of Country Gardens: 10 am – 5 pm • Woodfield, 6 Wattle Court, Donnybrook • Montaza Park, 61 Grimwade Rd, Balingup, Online program at http://www.countrygardens-australia.com/programme_aut15_festivalcg_.pdf May Saturday 9 May - Balingup Markets from 9am to 1pm. Sunday 10 May- Capel Farmers Market, 9am to 12.30pm. Friday 15 May - Exhibition of art by Perth Hills artist, Graeme Pages-Oliver at Lyndendale Gallery. Friday 15t May - Dardanup Art Spectacular at the Dardanup Town Hall. Saturday 16 May - Exhibition of art by Perth Hills artist, Graeme Pages-Oliver at Lyndendale Gallery. Saturday 16 May - Dardanup Art Trail. Saturday 16 May - Donnybrook Station Markets from 9am to 1pm. The Pop-up Rail Museum will be open. Sunday 17 May - Dardanup Art Trail. Sunday 17 May - Exhibition of art by Perth Hills artist, Graeme Pages-Oliver at Lyndendale Gallery. Saturday 23 May - Balingup Markets from 9am to 1pm. Sunday 24 May - Boyanup Farmers Market, 8am - 12 noon. Sunday 24 May - 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. Sunday 31st May, 2015 - Cycletrek & South West Moun- Southwest Ag Memo highlights for May • Free farm business development workshops in the south-west • New program to boost surveillance to protect our livestock industry • Nominations now open for biosecurity committees • New leadership team supports success of agrifood sector • Holistic approach can manage phytophthora root rot in avacados • New project to protect bourgeoning truffle industry • Benefits seen from using drip irrigation under netting Extract: Apples in the netted orchard demonstration block in Manjimup are due for harvest in the next month and indications are for a promising outcome to the season. An update was given to growers at a Future Orchards field walk on 27 March where they heard about the large reduction in water applied as a result of converting from under tree sprinklers to drip irrigation under the netting. Prior to rain in early March the area between rows tain Bike Club hosts the WABMA State XCO Round # 3 at Kambarang, 416 Lowden-Grimwade Rd, LOWDEN - Phone Barrie Thomas on 0447 337 117 for details or visit http:// wamba.org.au/index.php/events/58-state-xco-seriesrd-3/event_details 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. Oakway Estate will be closed from Monday 27 April to Monday 11 May. Mandalay Road Wines will be closed for the month of May. 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. of trees was almost bare compared with a lush sod culture that required maintenance in the under tree sprinkler area. For more information contact Rohan Prince, Development Officer, South Perth on +61 (0)8 9368 3210. Have SW Agmemo emailed directly to you: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/agmemo 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 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 23 Basketball TeamS - 2015 Back Row left to right Bottom row left to right Pic 1- Under 18 Boys Bill Brown (Coach) Connor Baxter, Karl Scagoline, Matthew Blackman Che' Hunt, Daniel Woods, Jess Burgess, Fraser Healey. Pic 2- Under 16 Boys Bill Brown (Coach), Michael Mattingley, Patrick Wright, Jordan Tysoe, Jack Williamson, Tamara Stone (Manager) Rohan Cassidy, Adam Woods, Clayton Dickinson, Ryan Wheatcroft, Trent Stone Pic 3- Under 13 Girls Lorelle Dickinson (Coach) Matilda Worsfold, Danae Dickinson, Mikayla Cusato, Mikayla Dickinson, Claire Delbridge, Lisa Worsfold (Manager) Sienna Pinzone, Lily Ratcliffe, Millie Anderson, Sarina Tassone Pic 4- Under 16 Girls Bill Brown (Coach) Sophie Stewart, Caitlyn Wheatley, Shantelle Tassone, Paige Wheatley, Ashlan Baxter, Hugh Wheatley (Manager) Skye Dalton, Briann Cassidy, Taylor Anderson, Zoe Worsfold, Tiffany Blackman 1 2 3 Pic 5- Under 13 Boys Cheray Freeman (Manager), Malachi Falkous, Liam Freeman, Tom Anderson, Scott Tuia, Joshua Cusato, Rick Anderson (Coach) Mitchell Brown, Ryan Babich, Fabio Canetti, Trent Brown, Patrick Dore Pic 6-Under 14 Boys Julian Burgess (Manager), Jay Hennessy, Darcy Healey, Zac Burgess, Bill Brown (Coach) Michael McLaren, Toben Green, Rory O'Doherty, Reinhard Du Plessis 4 Pic 7- Southern Build Homes Julian Burgess of Southern Built Homes who has become a sponsor of the Donnybrook Amateur Basketball Assoc. Inc. proudly shows off one of the new basketball singlets Pic 8- All Star Team Taylor Anderson, Fraser Healey, Clayton Dickinson, Joshua Cusato 24 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 5 8 7 6 Country Champs Review Over three weeks in February the Donnybrook Amateur Basketball Association sent six teams to compete in the Basketball WA Country Week Championships. The first week saw the U18 and U16 boys compete followed by the U16 and U13 girls and closed out with the U14 and U13 boys. Under 18 Boys The competition was tough and the players embraced each and every challenge. The games were hard fought out and competitive. Low percentage scoring by the team hurt us on the scoreboard this included not capitalising on free throws from the line. The team maintained a high level of defence in all games. As the weekend went on the team came together as a unit and provided all spectators with some excellent team plays complemented with clever individual performances. Most of the team members have been with the DABA country championship program for some years now. This will be the last year that a few will be able to represent DABA. A special thanks to Daniel, Jess, Che, Karl, Connor, Fraser and Matthew and Bill Brown for coaching. The team came away with a 3-6win -loss ratio. An excellent performance was shown by all. The most pleasing thing from a coach’s perspective is when the opposition coaches compliment your team on fairness, skills and sportsmanship. Well done lads. Fraser Healey made the U18 Boys all-stars team for the weekend Under 16 Boys This group of boys was a mixture of long term country championship players teamed up with four new players. All played well in the roles they had on the court. On occasions it was difficult to curb their enthusiasm and we ended up with a couple of players fouled off over the weekend. The games were evenly matched and once again low percentage scoring from all shots nearly cost us games. The team played tight defence and caused the opposition to turn the ball over on many occasions. Team rules were the order of the day and applied throughout the tournament. The team came away with winning the U16 Grand Final. Well done Trent, Rohan, Ryan, Adam, Clayton, Michael, Patrick, Jack, Jordan and Tamara Stone for managing the team and Bill Brown for excellent coaching. Clayton Dickinson was named in the U16 Boys all-star team for the weekend. Continued next page..... Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 25 Basketball 2015 ...continued from page 25 Under 16 Girls A great weekend was had by the players in this team as they won the Grand Final. All players contributed to all aspects of the game. At the end of each game opposition knew that they had played Donnybrook U16’s. Five of the team members have been here before at country week Grand Final championship level. These players were well supported by two players who moved up from the U14 division and three newbies. The game lost was to Denmark in the round robin series over the weekend. This became the head to head game at the Grand Final stage. Shantelle received a long pass from the opposite end baseline and laid up the shot with 2 seconds remaining on the clock. Talk about a heart stopper of a final! Many thanks to Skye, Zoe, Taylor, Paige, Caitlyn, Tiffany, Sophie, Shantelle, Briann and Ashlan, Hugh Wheatley for managing the team and Bill Brown for coaching. Taylor Anderson made the U16 Girls all-star team for the weekend Under 13 Girls This is the first year some of the players have come together as a team and competed at this level. The players excelled themselves in the areas of learning and playing at such high levels of intensity. The players stepped up to the needs of the team by playing hard and fair. The young brigade within the team were in and under and showed no fear when it came to playing against bigger and faster opponents. The more experienced players of the team were quick to run the court and worked hard on rebounding and shooting. As this was the learning year for this team it was good to come away with several wins. The journey since the initial try-outs in 2014 has seen all of the players develop their skills and gain a good understanding of the game. Well done to Millie, Lily, Sienna, Matilda, Sarina, Claire, Mikayla D, Mikayla C and Danae, to their coach Lorelle Dickinson, and Lisa Worsfold for managing the team. Under 14 Boys Only a couple of players from this team had been involved in country championships last year. The rest of the team are new comers to this level of the game. All players committed to the team’s effort, some more so as they were fouled off. However this is the first year the players have come together as a team. The teams that they played against were seasoned players and had been playing at this level for a few years. All the players were keen to learn on and off the court and showed gritty determination to keep on playing against bigger and faster opponents. When the players stuck to the team on court rules and when they applied the rules/plays they saw reward for their effort on the score board or in causing the opposition to turn the ball over. Unfortunately we lost Jay to injury in the first game and the bench was down to one substitute. The team came away with two wins and three losses. Well done Michael, Reinhard, Jay, Toben, Darcy, Zac, Rory and thanks to Julian Burgess for managing the team and to Bill Brown for coaching. A big thank you to Julian and Shelley Burgess from Southern Built Homes for donating a set of uniforms for 26 our Under 14 boys team. Under 13 boys This team consisted of all new players to the championships. They showed pace, strength and determination. Unfortunately scoring off the shots taken did not translate on the scoreboard and games were lost due to inaccuracy. All supporters where heard oohing and ahhing as the ball continually rimmed out. Liam felt the bumps and thumps more than most on the court and collected a head knock from friendly fire. The players’ enthusiasm tried the coach’s approach to getting the lads to play within the team rules, but when they put into practice the things they learnt the potential could be seen. The team came away with two wins, three losses and a draw. Well done to Ryan, Trent, Fabio, Patrick, Tom, Scott, Mitchell, Liam, Malachi and Joshua and thanks to Rick Anderson for coaching plus Cheray Freeman for Managing the team. Joshua Cusato made the Under 13 boys all-star team. Support Group All teams were well supported by their managers, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and family friends throughout each weekend. This made the weekend even more enjoyable. Thanks must also go to Rick Anderson, Clayton Dickinson and Cohen Thompson for providing excellent refereeing support over each weekends. Also a special thanks for the solid support from all of the committee members for organising such a great opportunity for the players to compete in. Calling all Carers from the Preston Valley region We would like to invite you to attend a free information session with Georgia Pickering from Community Legal Centre. Would you like to understand what is important to consider when writing a will, appointing an executor or becoming a guardian or power of attorney? We invite you to join our Carer Support meetings. They are held every month with interesting guest speakers, workshops and outings to give you the opportunity to learn skills and strategies to help you maintain your caring role and respite to relax. You can make new friends and have a bit of fun and a few laughs with others who understand the demands of being a full time carer. We look forward to seeing you there. WHEN: Friday 8 May 10am – 12 noon WHERE: Donnybrook Library RSVP BY: Thursday 7 May 2015 Please contact Amanda or Barb 97266709 or [email protected] Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 DIGGERS DAY RAISES FUNDS FOR LEGACY Photos: l-r: Michael Humphries and hockey stick, Tyoh Phillips ready to tee off, Dave Parker and the wobbly ball Donnybrook's annual Diggers Day was held on Sunday 19 April at the Country Club. The weather was perfect for a day of some mayhem with slightly altered rules for both the bowlers and the golfers, all in good fun with fund raising being the goal. With 18 bowlers and 26 golfers the Donnybrook RSL organisers were very happy with the day. To make the golfers work that little bit harder at scoring, while enjoying themselves, they had four novelty holes. One consisted of teeing off from a ball tied to and hanging from string. Another novelty had the golfer stand on a tyre and tee off, not with a golf club but a hockey stick. (Could that be the reason for some slight ground removal?) Those who thought they were safe when their ball landed near to the green, soon found that it was replaced with a 'wobbly' ball which made it all the more interesting when putting. For the fourth novelty each player wore an Aussie trench coat and donned a German helmet when they tee'd off. The bowlers had to follow the rule of downing at least two beers or ciders before standing with one leg in the gutter and the other on the green. The Jack was placed in the middle of the green and the bowlers would bowl to that. This was known as a 'Spider'. Due to quite a few more beers and ciders being consumed throughout the day, the Spider's web appeared, in the eyes of the participants, to become slightly dishevelled. As always, a day such as this would not take place without sponsors. RSL Secretary/Treasurer Geoff Box said the support from local sponsors was great, as always. "Without their continuing support, Diggers Day wouldn't happen and the recipients of the fund raising, Legacy, would be worse off. We can't thank those sponsors enough," said Geoff. "We would also like to thank the Country Club for the use of the course and green for the day." It wasn't a men's only day. There were ladies joining in the games as well as behind the scenes. Jules King who was one of the organisers said she would like to thank all those wonderful ladies who helped in the kitchen and in any capacity during the day and really appreciated all that they did. At the end of this fun day, the amount raised was over $1200. The organisers must also be thanked, for without them would this day happen? Congratulations, well done, and thank you to all who took part, even though it may have meant having to suffer abiding the rules of partaking some liquid amber to be eligible to play. PH POPPIES PLEASE....the response arthritis-suffering elderly lady, who despite her affliction, was determined to help even though it would take her weeks to make just one poppy. My heart goes out to this beautiful lady who doesn't want to be named." Jules said that the elderly ladies had a connection with WW1, having had relatives involved and some dying there. They were following on in their own way with the determination that their relatives would have shown in the war. "Most of the poppies were used on the signs, but those that were left over were also used on the day either in the garden or as a brooch," said Jules "Photos of this can now be seen on our new Facebook page Facebook/donnybrook RSL." "On behalf of the Donnybrook RSL, I wish to thank you all once again for making the 100th year of our ANZACs that much more special," Jules said. Thank you all for your beautiful giving hearts. PH When a special occasion needs help from the community, very rarely is it refused. This special occasion was the Poppy Project to honour our fallen ANZACs of 100 years ago and the response was wonderful. The Donnybrook RSL wanted to make the 100th year since ANZAC very special, and a request was made for red poppies to be knitted or crocheted and displayed on the 100 Years signs for ANZAC Day. Jules King, the organiser is amazed at the results of so many warm hearted ladies and two gentlemen who answered her request. "We received 723 Poppies which far exceeded our expectations. These were made by ladies of various ages, ranging from a young girl who made hers while travelling on the school bus to a wonderful 94 year old lady," said Jules. "Then there was also the incredible Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 27 2015 INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF LIGHT AND LIGHT-BASED TECHNOLOGIES Scientific Breakthrough Transforms Smartphones Into Cancer-Detecting Microscopes New Smartphone Lens Can ID Cancer By Kendra Pierre-Louis, May 2014 Australian researchers recently invented a new kind of lens that transforms a smart-phone camera into a microscope that's detailed enough to diagnose skin cancer. The breakthrough came accidentally. Researchers were attempting to synthesize polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), a silicone based anti-foaming agent used in head lice remover, silly putty and breast implants when Dr Steve Lee, the study's lead researcher, noticed that the droplets of PDMS hardened into lens-like forms. A quick conversation with a doctor friend raised Lee's awareness of the medical need for cheap high-quality lenses - and the ability for his discovery to fill that need. Lee and his colleagues developed a simple method to shape the PDMS into usable lenses. The inclusion of a clip-on attachment converts smart-phones into dermatoscopes, a magnifying device used by dermatologists to diagnose skin cancer. While your traditional dermatoscope goes for hundreds of dollars, the Australian researchers cobbled together their smart-phone version for a mere two dollars. This isn't the first time, however, that smart phones revealed their potential as tools for science. Sechi for example, a mobile app of the Secchi Disk project, encourages mariners to join the global study of phytoplankton in the sea, while Global Sound-scapes leverages your smart-phone's sound recorder to among other things engage in biodiversity research while also increasing public awareness of the importance of our acoustic connection to nature. Dr Lee's discovery, and the use of smart-phone supplemented science, has potential beneficial broad reaching applications. After all, world wide 20-percent of people have smart-phone. 10 Ways You Can Use Your Smart-phone to Advance Science: Go to: www.mentalfloss.com Courtesy of International Science Times and Gizmag Above: Comparing the images made with the $2 lens, left, and a $300 lens. Left, a prototype of the lens setup on a smartphone. PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR COMPUTER There are many different types of scams - online, phone, mail and face-to-face. Online scams, such as email ‘phishing’ scams are designed to trick you into giving away your money, passwords and personal details (such as your tax file number - TFN). They can also be sent by SMS. These messages look like they come from legitimate businesses, normally banks or other financial institutions, telecommunications providers or government departments. You’ll be asked for your personal details – for example account number, log-in name, password, credit card or pin number. You’ll be given a believable excuse for needing them such as: Upgrading security System maintenance Verifying your account Protecting you from fraud Offering you a refund for a fee or a bill Banks and credit unions do sometimes contact people about suspicious activity, but they will never ask you for your PIN number or passwords. 28 -PHISHING EMAILS ANS SCAMS Protect yourself. Never email your personal, credit card or online account details. Fake email forms and websites You’ll be asked to fill in an email form, or directed to fill in a form on a website. The forms can look very convincing. They may have the same logo and format used by your bank or the company the scammers are pretending to be from. For more information: http://www.scamnet.wa.gov.au http://www.aic.gov.au/crime_ types/cybercrime.html Many older citizens using the internet may not have been educated about on-line risks. Here is a website specifically for them: http://www.necseniors.net.au Broadband for Seniors Helpline 1300 795 897 (please note call costs are higher from mobile phones) Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 Gardening in Donnybrook GARDEN CLUB NOTES With the rain bucketing down a hardy group of 20 garden club members ventured out to the Torrisi family orchard in Kirup for our April meeting. After our meeting and afternoon tea in the shed the rain had still not abated but the planned trip on the trailer into the orchard went ahead. This was quite an event considering the weather and all came back drenched but invigorated by the experience. There is no such thing as a simple taste test so as well as seeing and tasting the apples off the trees members where shown how to conduct the various tests which help the growers to decide on the optimum time for picking. Many thanks to Alf for a soggy but very enjoyable day! We also enjoyed a visit from 25 members of the Collie Club on Wednesday the 15th. My thanks to our members who entertained them with morning tea at my home whilst I was otherwise engaged. A visit to our new Home and Garden shop followed before they headed to Capel. For our May meeting we are going to the fascinating Community Garden in Greenbushes. Contrary to our normal time, we need to meet at the post office car park no later than 12.10pm TO BE THERE BY 1pm. Although we were there last year I can assure you we have not seen it all. This is a very energetic group of keen gardeners who are turning the garden into a gathering place for the community. Well worth a visit. As usual now, please bring your own cup. Ring me, Helen Tuia, on 97311773 if need be. LETTER TO THE EDITOR Our local IGA supports the community with donations as well as employing locals. I was wondering if it was possible for them to state their refund policy? Previous experience when being overcharged on the shelf price has got me the difference refunded. eg, when charged $12, on a $10 product, I was refunded $2. After asking if the store was a member of a Code of Practice for computerised checkout systems, the answer was “Yes”. This process then gave me 100% refund. So on the above example, I got the full $12 refund and kept the product. I challenge IGA to publicly inform all locals of this Code of Practice and to be able to supply a copy of it, as they have for me. Feel free to contact the manager of the store and state if you have a grievance. Surely he would know his own policy and be willing to stand by their by line - IGA, ‘Our Local Heroes’. I am sure they will be when clarity is shown. Yours sincerely, C Hibberd Editor’s note: the complete code of practice can be found at: http://www.anra.com.au/Scanning%20 Code%20of%20Practice%20for%20Supermarkets/ ScanningCode May garden GARDENING CORNER The island of Bali is one of twenty-six provinces of the Republic of Indonesia, a small area some 140kms East to West and 8kms North to South. It lies 8 degrees south of the Equator, and the climate therefore reflects its location, that is a dry season and a wet season, average annual rainfall around 1400mm, thus creating a moist tropical climate where ‘lush’ and ‘green’ would well describe the plants, trees and landscapes where ever you look! Largely mountainous, with three volcanoes, the eruptions of two of these has made the island extremely fertile. Economically Bali is one of the most important islands of Indonesia; rice is the main crop, grown on irrigated terraced hillsides. Other crops include sugar cane, coffee, copra, tobacco, and the tropical fruits and vegetable we associate with such a climate, and grown in abundance due to the rich and fertile volcanic soils. As a tropical country, Bali has so many kinds of plants and trees growing wild in the rainforest: teak, banyan trees, bamboo and palms, to name a few. Balinese gardens cultivated around homes are filled with rich colour and beauty … hibiscus, lotus, water lily, aster, orchid, bougainvillea, poinsettia, frangipani, Poinciana, and many more! However, these flowers also have a spiritual purpose too; such flowers are needed each day for the Balinese people to make offerings for their God or ancients. Due to the popularity of Bali as a tourist destination, and the desire to re-create the culture, peace, and tranquillity that captures many, Balinese style gardens continue to increase in popularity with Australian home owners because they are suited to our climate, and the calming design of sculptures and other landscaping techniques appeal to our senses. Central ideas to develop such an outdoor environment to a home include water, tranquillity, a Balinese-styled pavilion, hut or gazebo with suitable wooden furniture, tropical and lush plants, and last but not least, wooden or stone feature statues/wall artwork. Whether you have a generous or a smaller area to work with, and are interested in re-creating a touch of Bali in your own backyard, imaginative and creative exploration through our many wonderful garden centres may well be the start to a brand new garden, bringing a sense of the paradise to your own private space! CR Photo courtesy of http://www.dennishundscheidt.com.au Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 29 HAY’S TREE LOPPING Wood Chipping Available A telling trail 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 Snails. While some may eat them, most of us just want to kill them. Snails impact on home gardens, vineyards, orchards and crops across Western Australia. The most common species in Western Australia are the common garden snail (Cornu aspersum), white Italian snail (Theba pisana), Small pointed (conical) snail (Prietocella barbara) and vineyard or common white snail (Cernuella virgata). So it’s worthwhile knowing a little about their life cycle to aid your control efforts. Snails and slugs are similar biologically. They are hermaphrodites (each individual has both male and female reproductive organs) and both members can lay eggs during the breeding season. Mating usually takes place from mid-autumn to mid-winter when moist conditions return after summer. Two to four weeks after mating, spherical pearl-white eggs are laid into the moist soil and egg laying can continue until late winter. Eggs hatch after two to four weeks and young slugs and snails feed throughout winter and spring, trying to grow enough to last through the hot and dry summer months. Adults survive the dry summer by going into aestivation (period of inaction), however eggs cannot survive a hot, dry summer. For the home gardener, snail control is important to look at in March through May, so adults can be controlled before they mate and lay eggs. In winter, organic solutions include the placement of beer, wine and yeast products in containers to drown the snails. For details on chemical and cultural control, barriers and sprays, please see our website. The green snail (Cantareusaperta aka Helix aperta) was found in the 1980s in market gardens, suburban gardens and neighbouring bush areas around Perth. Quarantine WA is concerned that this snail could spread and become a pest in other horticultural and agricultural areas in the State. The shells of green snails are about 15 to 25 mm in diameter, and are light green to greenish-brown in colour. The body is light green to white. MOSTLY MOWING Lawn and Garden Maintenance Domestic and Commercial Simon McInnes Qualified Horticulturist Phone: 9731 1547 Mobile: 0429 311 547 30 Greens snails can be spread through the movement of infested plant material, eg in hay bales, nursery stock or harvested vegetables. There are Quarantine restrictions in place to prevent the movement of host material within infested areas to other States and Territories of Australia. Left to right: Garden snail, green snail, white Italian snail Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 continued next page, column 2 Cont from previous page Small Landholder News With Easter behind us take some time to consider what tasks you need to complete over the next few weeks. The darker mornings and shorter days can make it difficult to stay motivated; a task list can help combat this by allowing you to plan what to do first. If you are in an area which has received germinating rainfalls, make sure you are ready to control your weeds. Targeting weeds when they are small makes them easier and cheaper to remove or chemically control. If relying on herbicide to control weeds, remember to always read labels and consider whether you need to change the herbicide to prevent chemical resistance. Check fences to ensure they are in good condition especially if you are expecting lambs or other newborn stock. By fixing or replacing damaged fences you will ensure your animals don’t escape. Remember any animals born on your property need to be correctly identified. Cattle born on your property need a white NLIS tag before leaving for the sale yards, as well as a brand or earmark and a way-bill. Lambs need to have a sky blue ear tag. Be organised to avoid having animals returned. For help, call the Department of Agriculture and Food Brands Office on 9780 6207. Cooler weather and new growth can see a significant rise in pest insects. Keep a very close eye on newly germinating pastures and crops and be prepared to control insects (like Red Legged Earth Mite (RLEM)) or they can destroy the tiny new seedlings. Autumn is a key time for nutrient uptake for avocados as the root system is very strong and preparing the tree for winter and the development of flowers for the spring fruit-set. This is also a good time to collect your leaves for nutrient analysis. Pick last crops of pumpkins and sweet potatoes and store undercover. Cut pumpkin stem longer than 10cm as they will store for longer. Also pick last crops of capsicums, eggplants, tomatoes and zucchini. Pick and process olives. Prepare your veggie patch for next season’s plants by replacing nutrients. A good quality manure should be incorporated into the soil. After cool damp nights or following rainfall check for snails, if you don’t want to use pellets you can make homemade beer traps. If you didn’t make it to one of the events we attended in April, you can find us at the Gidgegannup Small Farm Field Day on 24 May. For more information on other small landholder events, visit our SLIS Facebook page (facebook.com/DAFWAsmalllandholders) or website (agric.wa.gov.au/slis). Until next time, Jodie. Anyone who sees this snail outside metropolitan Perth is asked to please report it to the Pest and Disease Information Service (PaDIS) on freecall 1800 084 881 or email (especially with photos) [email protected]. Where possible send specimens in a sealed container to: Pest and Disease Information Service, Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia, 3 BaronHay Court, South Perth, 6151. Control and more information Search our website by typing ‘snail’ in the search bar to see related articles. The article ‘Snail and slug control’ is best suited for home gardeners while another article ‘Identification and control of pest slugs and snails for broad acre crops in WA’ gives some great detailed information and photos that’s valuable for home gardener and commercial growers alike. garden snail Small pointed snails Law Week 2015 11 - 15 May Each year national Law Week ‘showcases events that provide the opportunity for the community and the legal profession to engage in open dialogue and to build a shared understanding of the role of law in society.’ This year BCLC joins with other local community law providers – Legal Aid WA and Aboriginal Legal Service – in hosting a series of events. Look out for our stand at Centrepoint mall in Bunbury during the week. Our mediators offer an alternative to the court process for couples going through separation, to negotiate agreements on parenting and/or property issues. They also mediate other family, neighbourhood, workplace or community group disputes. The legal system is there for everyone – our goal is to make sure that cost or access isn’t a barrier to people in the SW receiving the advice or mediation they need. We ask all clients to make a donation - of any size – that they can afford towards their legal appointment. Our solicitors offer preliminary legal advice and assistance in most areas of law, including: family, divorce or separation, child custody & support, restraining orders, employment, power of attorney, traffic, tenancy, property, consumer and debt. To find out more for yourself, a friend or a client: • • • Visit our website: www.bunburyclc.com.au Call us on (08) 9791 3206 or freecall 1800 999 727 between 9am and 4pm weekdays or send us an email Drop by to make an appointment, at our office in Lotteries House, 101 Victoria St (corner Wellington St), Bunbury. Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 31 LOCAL SERVICES DIRECTORY doTERRA Essential Oils CPTG and Zyto Compass Scanner Contact Mary-Anne 0428 312 243 at Donnybrook Station Markets on May 16 and June 20. 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 HOUSE-SITTER Email: [email protected] Retired mature lady Animal/pet lover Have a stress-free holiday on me. 0419 049 079 ON THE LEVEL Home and yard maintenance Donnybrook Computers Paul & Shoe Shop 6a Spencer St, Bunbury WA 6230 PO Box 285, Bunbury, WA 6231 Ph: (08) 9791 9222 Fax: (08) 9721 5958 0439 513 600 ABN 14863 066 973 9731 2513 Shop 4, 88 S W Hwy, Donnybrook Auto Air Conditioning Specialist 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 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 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 0406 913 545 NORTHERN LIGHTS SW ELECTRICAL teaching jazz, hip-hop and contemporary dance on Monday afternoons. Ages 2 - 18 Emily Scolaro: 0429587536 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 DONNYBROOK ON-LINE donnybrook.crc.net.au View the Preston Press on-line. 32 ALLEGRA JAZZ EXPRESSIONS Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 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 dams fire breaks clean-ups We have limited places available 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] 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 You can advertise your business here for just $30 a month. Call 9731 2177 and ask for Carolyn Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 email: [email protected] RTA NO: AU30482 RHL: LO82634 33 Issue 43 May 2015 Hot Gossip Aryle Irishtown Bushfire Brigade Bushfire Ready Facilitators are on the go… We need you. Volunteer members of the Argyle Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade are using the off season to set up a programme with householders in the Argyle Irishtown district to have the community prepared for the next fire season. HELP This means each house will learn about how to have a Bushfire Survival Plan and know when and how to enact their plan. Each property and family will discover how they need to be prepared for the fire season which includes good access and reduced fuel loads on their property. Having a community communication plan such as a phone tree or equivalent for their neighbourhood and knowing where to get the most up to date information is essential. Community members will become aware of what to expect during a fire emergency and to understand how to act in response to various levels of fire danger warnings. To set this up, Bushfire Ready Facilitators will help to provide opportunities for people to meet their neighbours and develop support networks that may be needed in a bushfire emergency. To do this the facilitators will train and support street coordinators in how to raise awareness and engage their community for 10 to 15 houses in their street in the Argyle Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade area. This community led programme, supported by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, has street coordinators utilising the resources offered by DFES for community events such as street walks and information days with the support and guidance of the Argyle Irishtown Bushfire Brigade to promote best practice in making individual properties bushfire ready. Street Coordinators will provide information to individual residents via talking to their neighbours, emails, Bushfire Ready Facebook page, pamphlets and community events such as Street meets. If you think you might like to be a Street Coordinator for part of your street in Irishtown or Argyle 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 short Sunday morning session in your area to work out if you really want to be involved. 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. If you would like to receive this newsletter by email or have a friend or neighbour that might like to receive this. Please email their details to the secretary on bob. [email protected] Or give a copy to your neighbours if they don’t have email.. Fire fighters and support people are always needed in the Brigade. If you would like to be a part of the brigade or would like to know more contact Bob Smith on bob.smith1965@ yahoo.com.au The end of another season. As another fire season comes to a close it is time to reflect and offer thanks to those who have offered their help to the brigade over the summer period. The brigade was called to 17 incidents this season. Local fires made up half of these call outs, while the other half were in other locations. The largest of the local incidents was the Irishtown fire. Emergencies like this always bring out the best in communities as they work together for a common outcome. Some individuals, businesses and community groups availed themselves to assist the brigades during this fire. Special thanks go to Aldo and Rita for offering their home as the control centre, Café Tiffany’s who provided food and refreshments and the Donnybrook CWA which also provided food for the volunteers. Your support is greatly appreciated. New Fire Control Officer for Argyle/Irishtown Bush Fire Brigade Congratulations to Ian Ralph who has taken on the vital role of fire control officer for the Brigade. Ian takes over from David Tooke who has voluntarily held this position for 25 plus years. David’s leadership in the brigade has been second to none over the years and we have been privileged to have served alongside him. Brigade members look forward to working with and supporting Ian in his new role as FCO. Congratulations also go to Scott Rowe who has become the Brigade Captain, and to John Corfe who joins Bob Smith and Terry Wyngaard as a brigade Lieutenants. Fire Training Courses for interested people The 2015 DFES training courses calendar is now available from our training officer, Leon Rose. “Introduction to Fire Fighting” and “Bush Fire Fighting” are two such courses available. Please contact Leon for extra information or if you are interested in attending any of the DFES training courses on offer. 9731 2213 (Hm) or 0429198450 Be a part of the MEET and GREET TEAM and contact Sandra on [email protected] or Jess on [email protected] 34 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 Bendigo Bank Grant to Donnybrook Community Radio Regional Farming Forums visiting Donnybrook on Monday 11th May 2.30pm – 6pm Register at www.growsafe.com.au Essential information if you are a farmer, horticulturalist, Dairy, viticulturist or orchardist. Hear first hand how the Grow Safe Farming System can help deliver you the 3Rs: Resilience, Risk Management and Results Donnybrook Depot open for fertiliser orders and collection Field advisor, MMM testing and more! SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS 3115 Silipo Road, Donnybrook P: 9731 0017 E: [email protected] 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. CA We are delighted to announce that last week, the Donnybrook Community Radio committee was presented with a cheque for $2,000 from Geoff Heath and Tara McLean of the Bendigo Bank to assist us in establishing the newest community radio station in the south west. The Committee wishes to express its sincere thanks to Bendigo Bank for their interest and continuing support of our project. Materials have been purchased and construction work has begun to convert part of the Lions Den in Allnutt Street into a studio so that we can begin to train volunteers in the use of equipment and the preparation and presentation of broadcast programs for our community. For further information please contact Barry Green on 9731 7154 or come to the next committee meeting at 7.30 pm on Monday 4 May at the Lions Den in Allnutt Street, Donnybrook. Photo: Jackie Cavill, Tara McLean, Geoff Heath, Barry Green at the Lion’s Den. An Affair of the Art in Balingup’s Main Street Shops along Balingup’s main street are getting ready to become mini art galleries and craft workshops for a day for the Balingup Art and Craft Affair on Saturday, 9 May. Some 32 artists and artisans will set up shop inside the shops to exhibit their wares and demonstrate their crafts including mosaics, quilting, blacksmithing, book illustration, sculpting, felting and making clay masks. Organiser Peta Knapton said the fair would promote art and craft from the region while bringing people into the main street. “All of the art and craft on display will be made by people from Donnybrook, Bridgetown, Nannup, Boyup Brook, Balingup and points in between,” she said. “There’ll be artists or craftspeople in every shop, several of whom will give demonstrations throughout the day.” The inspiration for a shop-based exhibition came after Peta visited a similar fair in Tasmania. “It’s a great way to see local arts and crafts, while wandering along the street and seeing what the local shops have to offer,” Peta said. “Other events, such as the Small Farm Field Day and Medieval Carnivale happen outside the town and visitors don’t necessarily get the chance to spend time in the main street.” Entry is free, and the fair runs from 10am to 4pm, culminating in a fashion parade in the Packing Shed at 4.30pm, where locally made coats, jumpers, shawls, hats and other accessories will be modelled. Visitors will be given a program and map, designed by local artist Roz Benson, to help them locate the various artists, shops and other facilities. The Balingup Markets will also be open on the day. Picture : Lori Stevens with two of 18 decorated child-sized mannequins which will be auctioned on the day. Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141 35 Photos: left, Alicia Keall with the magnificent quilt made by her golfing friends, below, Alicia hitting the first ball for the winter season. Below, left,Robert Adams presenting ‘George Adams Memorial Trophy’ to winner Bruce Thompson. Country Club ALICIA MARKS 60 YEARS OF GOLF Wednesday, 8 April marked the opening of the Donnybrook Ladies Golf winter season. Ladies Golf Patroness, Alicia Keall opened by welcoming the players and hitting the first ball for the winter season. Combined with this opening day, the Ladies Golf held a special Celebration Luncheon to mark Alicia’s 60 years of Membership of the Donnybrook Country Club. Past and present members came from far and wide to be part of this celebration. Alicia was presented with a Certificate of Recognition from the Donnybrook Country Club and a ‘Friendship Quilt’ from the Ladies golf section. The quilt, comprising of 56 individual panels provided by the lady golfers, was constructed by Jan Kirkpatrick, Gaye Williams and Sue Merritt, with Norma Hurst providing great support on the sewing days. Alicia was supported on the day by representatives of her family; sisters Kate and Sally and granddaughter Claire. It was a great day enjoyed by about 50 past and present golfers. Well done Alicia, 60 years of golfing, with more to come. Donnybrook Country Club Report The Ladies’ and the Men’s bowls 2014-15 season is now over. The ladies held their AGM followed by a luncheon and presentation of the championship awards. Bowler of the year was awarded to Jo Hamlet. Most improved player was Treena Thorpe. Singles champion – Laurel Farley. Vets champion – Joan Bartley Triples championship winners – Karen Marsh, Margaret Welsh and Jo Hamlet. Pairs championship winners – Laurel Farley and Deirdre Winsor Fours championship winners – Joan Bartley, Deirdre Winsor, June Jones and Jo Hamlet. At the AGM Karen Marsh was elected Ladies Bowls President for 2015-16, Lorraine Parke – Vice President, and Captain for 2015-16 is Marg Welsh. President elect Karen Marsh farewelled outgoing President Joan Bartley who is leaving Donnybrook, and wished Joan and her husband Ken all the best. Men’s bowls has also finished for the season and Rob Cross was awarded Bowler of the Year; most improved player was Ken Proctor. The men also held their AGM and Joe Betti was elected Men’s Bowls President for 2015-16 and Max Farley elected Captain. The last day of Sunday summer golf has been played, with golfers competing for the ‘George Adams Memorial Trophy’. This was the inaugural trophy for this event and George’s son Robert made the trip from the UK especially for this event. The winner of the day was Bruce Thompson. Robert was delighted to be in attendance to present the trophy and regaled players with stories of his father. Robert also gave a Red Rose to all the ladies who participated. Ladies’ golf held its opening day on Wednesday 8 April, playing a 9 hole, 3 person Ambrose event. This 36 was followed by a luncheon attended by past and present members. The official mixed opening day of the Winter Golfing Season was held on Sunday 12 April, commencing with a champagne brunch followed by an 18 hole mixed Ambrose, with golfers playing for the Bernie and Audrey Clifford Memorial Trophy. Life member Terry Kirkpatrick declared the 2015 golfing season open by hitting the first shot off No. 1 tee. Winners of the day were Murray and Leanne Cooke’s team. Golf is played on: Tuesday – 9 hole men’s competition (G.O.D squad) tee off time is 2.30pm. Wednesday is Ladies’ day and is an eighteen hole competition with names in by 9.45am. A 9 hole game is available for anyone not wishing to play 18 holes. Thursday is an 18 hole open event from 12pm onwards. 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) Ladies’ pennant has commenced with Donnybrook playing its first game at home. The lady veteran golfers have already been away, playing at Manjimup and Busselton. The AGM of the Donnybrook Country Club has been set for Thursday 18 June 2015. 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 Preston Press, 2015/04 Issue 141