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N orthern Valley News N N JUNE Bindoon • Bullsbrook • Calingiri • Chittering • Gingin • Muchea • Mooliabeenie • New Norcia • Regans Ford • Wannamal 50 2015 Gingin British Day Page 6 Local singer on a heartfelt mission Page 7 Tamieka Preston The Benedictine town of New Norcia is celebrating a bumper olive harvest this year largely thanks to the work of a group of former St Ildephonsus College students who volunteered to resurrect the ageing olive grove 12 years ago. In keeping with his Spanish heritage, Dom Rosendo Salvado planted around 3000 olive trees when he established New Norcia in 1847. Although many of the first cuttings failed, in 1896 a diary entry records that 90 litres of olive oil was produced from the 3-5 tonnes of olives hand-picked by the monks and crushed using a horse-drawn stone mill. By the early 1900’s olive production was an important part of the growing Benedictine community’s self-sufficiency along with other agriculture. However by the end of last century the surviving 800 olive trees scattered throughout the historic town site had fallen into a state of neglect. Some had towered as high as 50 feet (15 metres) but the massive growth had virtually stopped the development of fruit. In early 2000, Laurie Watson and John Monkhouse, who both graduated from St Ildephonsus College in the late 50’s, were visiting New Norcia for an old boys’ reunion when they noticed the productive decline of the majestic trees. They sought permission from the monastery to reinstate the orchard, consulting Dom Paulino, who was orchard- manager in his younger days. When visited in Mercy hospital, Dom Paulino, then aged 98, was thrilled at the idea, suggesting that: ‘It couldn’t hurt much to have a go at them with a chainsaw’. It was all the encouragement Laurie and John needed to gather a group of ‘old boys’, most of whom were now retired, willing to take on the hard work alongside New Norcia staff. The first task was pruning the trees back into shape. In 2009 they were able to borrow a cherry-picker from a local farmer to lop the top off the trees (pictured above). This was the first step in bringing down the height to an optimum 10-12 feet tall (3m) and thinning the trees into the ideal ‘champagne glass’ shape. The St Ildephonsus Old Boys, as they call themselves, now spend two weeks each year in May picking, two weeks in July pruning and a few other days here and there doing general maintenance. Team member John McPartland says it has been a rewarding experience, “It’s something we look forward to every year”. Their work has proven very fruitful and this year the team, along with the monks, other volunteers and staff, picked a whopping 5296 kg of olives from 400 selected trees. The fruit has been pressed by the York Olive Oil Company and has produced 993 litres of oil, which will be hand filtered, bottled and labelled into 3500 bottles to be sold at the New Norcia shop. Laurie has high hopes for the latest ‘liquid gold’. “We only picked the best fruit this year, and the oil has a wonderful peppery flavour – we believe it’s been blessed by the Pope!” he says, and he’s hoping to see a repeat of the 2012 Perth Royal Show win of first prize. While there has been a slight price rise since 1929 when a 200ml bottle cost shilling and sixpence, New Norcia olive oil is a wonderful local product and one with a priceless history. New Norcia olive grove fruitful again e St Ildephonsus Old Boys in the olive grove. cvcp.com.au COUNTRY PROPERTY EXPERTS cvcp.com.au MOORA $80,000 Craig Hyne 0448 825 833 GINGIN: 9575 2566 BINDOON: 9576 0626 BINDOON $649,000 Amy McAuliffe 0400 298 884 835 Cockatoo Drive • 3 living areas, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and high ceilings this house has a spacious, modern feel. • Quality kitchen fit out • Outside there is an alfresco UMR, 120,000L water tank, 6x9 shed PLUS a massive workshop. • 5.19 Acres Craig Hyne 0448 825 833 BINDOON $400,000+ 24 Bottlebrush Place - Set Date Sale – 26th June Urgent sale! All offers presented Home open Sunday 1pm – 1.45pm • 5 big bedrooms, study, large living and gourmet kitchen / dining with r/cycle air con. • Massive patio and shed on 1,053m2 block. • Walk to school, shops and bakery. 132 Forrest Hills Parade Country Cottage with Amazing Views! Neat 3-bed cedar sitting high on the hill overlooking the Chittering Valley. The 1.7 ha (4+ ac) parkland cleared block is elevated and secluded from the road by trees. Large timber decked patio and 6m x 9m workshop. Ideal for a young family or investment. BINDOON $419,000 Craig Hyne 0448 825 833 74 Melbourne St Best Value in Moora • 2 bed plus s/out located in prime location. • Walk to all amenities. • Suit first homebuyer or investors • Needs some basic reno & then could be rented out for $200 P/W
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JUNEBindoon • Bullsbrook • Calingiri • Chittering • Gingin • Muchea • Mooliabeenie • New Norcia • Regans Ford • Wannamal

50

2015

Gingin British Day Page 6

Local singer on a heartfelt missionPage 7

Tamieka Preston

The Benedictine town of New Norcia is celebrating a bumper olive harvest this year largely thanks to the work of a group of former St Ildephonsus College students who volunteered to resurrect the ageing olive grove 12 years ago.

In keeping with his Spanish heritage, Dom Rosendo Salvado planted around 3000 olive trees when he established New Norcia in 1847. Although many of the first cuttings failed, in 1896 a diary entry records that 90 litres of olive oil was produced from the 3-5 tonnes of olives hand-picked by the monks and crushed using a horse-drawn stone mill.

By the early 1900’s olive production was an important part of the growing Benedictine community’s self-sufficiency along with

other agriculture. However by the end of last century the surviving 800 olive trees scattered throughout the historic town site had fallen into a state of neglect. Some had towered as high as 50 feet (15 metres) but the massive growth had virtually stopped the development of fruit.

In early 2000, Laurie Watson and John Monkhouse, who both graduated from St Ildephonsus College in the late 50’s, were visiting New Norcia for an old boys’ reunion when they noticed the productive decline of the majestic trees. They sought permission from the monastery to reinstate the orchard, consulting Dom Paulino, who was orchard-manager in his younger days. When visited in Mercy hospital, Dom Paulino, then aged 98, was thrilled at the idea, suggesting that: ‘It couldn’t hurt much to have a go at them with a chainsaw’.

It was all the encouragement Laurie and John needed to gather a group of ‘old boys’, most of whom were now retired, willing to take on the hard work alongside New Norcia staff.

The first task was pruning the trees back into shape. In 2009 they were able to borrow a cherry-picker from a local farmer to lop the top off the trees (pictured above). This was the first step in bringing down the height to an optimum 10-12 feet tall (3m) and thinning the trees into the ideal ‘champagne glass’ shape.

The St Ildephonsus Old Boys, as they call themselves, now spend two weeks each year in May picking, two weeks in July pruning and a few other days here and there doing general maintenance. Team member John McPartland says it has been a rewarding experience, “It’s something we look forward to every year”.

Their work has proven very fruitful and this year the team, along with the monks, other volunteers and staff, picked a whopping 5296 kg of olives from 400 selected trees. The fruit has been pressed by the York Olive Oil Company and has produced 993 litres of oil, which will be hand filtered, bottled and labelled into 3500 bottles to be sold at the New Norcia shop.

Laurie has high hopes for the latest ‘liquid gold’. “We only picked the best fruit this year, and the oil has a wonderful peppery flavour – we believe it’s been blessed by the Pope!” he says, and he’s hoping to see a repeat of the 2012 Perth Royal Show win of first prize.

While there has been a slight price rise since 1929 when a 200ml bottle cost shilling and sixpence, New Norcia olive oil is a wonderful local product and one with a priceless history.

New Norcia olive grove fruitful again

The St Ildephonsus Old Boys in the olive grove.

GINGIN: 9575 2566 BINDOON: 9576 0626

cvcp.com.auCOUNTRY PROPERTY EXPERTS

cvcp.com.auCOUNTRY PROPERTY EXPERTS

moora $80,000

Craig Hyne 0448 825 833

GINGIN: 9575 2566 BINDOON: 9576 0626

cvcp.com.auCOUNTRY PROPERTY EXPERTS

cvcp.com.auCOUNTRY PROPERTY EXPERTS

bindoon $649,000

Amy McAuliffe 0400 298 884

835 Cockatoo Drive• 3 living areas, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and high

ceilings this house has a spacious, modern feel. • Quality kitchen fit out • Outside there is an alfresco UMR, 120,000L water

tank, 6x9 shed PLUS a massive workshop. • 5.19 Acres

Craig Hyne 0448 825 833

bindoon$400,000+

24 Bottlebrush Place - Set Date Sale – 26th JuneUrgent sale! All offers presentedHome open Sunday 1pm – 1.45pm

• 5 big bedrooms, study, large living and gourmet kitchen / dining with r/cycle air con.

• Massive patio and shed on 1,053m2 block. • Walk to school, shops and bakery.

132 Forrest Hills ParadeCountry Cottage with Amazing Views!Neat 3-bed cedar sitting high on the hill overlooking the Chittering Valley. The 1.7 ha (4+ ac) parkland cleared block is elevated and secluded from the road by trees. Large timber decked patio and 6m x 9m workshop. Ideal for a young family or investment.

bindoon $419,000

Craig Hyne 0448 825 833

74 Melbourne St Best Value in Moora• 2 bed plus s/out located in prime location.• Walk to all amenities.• Suit first homebuyer or investors• Needs some basic reno & then could be rented

out for $200 P/W

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EmErGENcy NUmBErsNon-emergency ambulance number 131 233

For 24/7 medical advice call HealthDirect 1800 022 222

Fire Brigade 000

Police - Emergency 000

Police Attendance 131 444

Police (Gingin) 9575 5600

Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000

Police Headquarters 9222 1997

Poison 13 11 26

Chittering Ranger A/H 9576 4616

Gingin Ranger 9575 2211

JuStiCES oF tHE PEACE

Bindoon

Lee Martin 9576 1066

Walter Zemunik 9576 0156

Phillip Lefroy 9576 2086

John Agnew 0419 903 797

Lower Chittering

Eric Schmidt 9571 8040

MuChEA

A.J.Fewster 9571 4012

david Lindsay 9571 1389

donald Mcdonald 9655 9024

GinGin

Margaret Greenwell 9575 2220

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Northern Valleys News is a community newspaper available FREE at local newstands. Print run: 4000

NNEditors’ note

Welcome to the June issue of Northern Valleys News! With an above average rainfall last month and a few rain days already clocked up for June, the season is looking promising so far and our Northern Valleys are once again painted green.

With reliable patches of sunshine around it truely is ideal gardening weather and if you’re after some inspiration, look no further than Northern Valleys Gardening group on Facebook and read Linsey’s column on page 23.

There are also quite a few garden and land worshops popping up – take a look over on page 3 and also make sure you have joined the Northern Valleys Events Facebook page if you want to keep in touch with all the events going on in the region. The next big event on my calendar has got to be catching local singer/songwriter Ezereve at Stringybark on June 28 – read more on page 7.

To our new readers we hope you like this semi-rural local paper that is a blend of lifestyle and rural interests. It is a feel-good paper which is designed to uncover our community’s great secrets and treasures.

Thank you to all our advertisers and to our editorial contributors. We do our best to deliver a “true” community paper and your assistance and financial support makes it all worthwhile.

Jackie Shervington and Tamieka Preston

Northern Valleys News - helping to grow our regional community.

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Editor & Advertising: Jackie Shervington Phone: 0419 045 783 Email: [email protected]

Editor & Art Direction: tamieka Preston Phone: 0419 902 904 Email: [email protected]

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Printed by Rural Press Printing 7 Rafferty Close Mandurah WA 6210

Your paper, your news. All attempts have been made to include accurate and full coverage across the region, but we are sure to have missed something. Please help us by emailing your feedback to the [email protected] or call on 0419 045 783 or post to NV News PO Box Bindoon 206

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BINDOON IGA - OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 8AM - 7PM Fruit & Veg, Meat, Deli, Dairy, Freezer, Grocery & Variety.

Now available at Bindoon IGA!Bindoon IGA is proud to announce that we have partnered with Craig, Rita and team at Bindoon Fresh Meats to have their Gourmet Meats available at Bindoon IGA.

This will include a range of their premium cuts and some cheaper budget lines exclusive to IGA as well as their gourmet range of beef lamb pork and chicken.

A select range of their gourmet sausages will also be available on weekends.

We look forward to the great range of meats available and we hope you will too having the convenience of being able to buy local product instore when the butcher shop is closed.

check out our new job board at

www.nvnews.com.au/jobs

In the newsArmed robbery at the ScottalianA man brandishing a firearm threatened staff during an armed robbery at a Bindoon hotel late last night.

Detectives are searching for the offender, who stole cash from a staff member at the hotel on Great Northern Highway at 11.25pm.

Police said no one was injured during the incident.

Regional Investigations Unit detectives are searching for the man, who fled the area in a dark-coloured V8 sedan.

The offender has fair skin and is about 185cm tall, with a medium build.

Anyone with details about the incident is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or police on 131 444.

Fire in Bullsbrook shopping centreA fire has gutted Doo Duck Inn Takeaway Foods in Bullsbrook, and damaged adjoining shops.

A Department of Fire and Emergency Services spokesman said the emergency call came in about 3.30am.

Nine career firefighter trucks from Ellenbrook, Midland, Wangara, Osborne Park, Perth, Malaga and Belmont joined four volunteer trucks from Bullsbrook to fight the blaze but despite having it controlled and contained by 4.30am the damage had been done.

DFES fire investigation officers are on the scene and will determine whether to call in the Arson Squad.

Our thoughts are with the store owners and we all look forward to them getting up and running again.

correctionApologies to the Warren family of Bullsbrook for an error which appeared in the article about the Bullsbrook Anzac Day service. The letter read at the service was sent by soldier Charles Alexander Wann. (not Alex Song) and was handed to his father-in-law William Ralph Warren.

Authorised by S Love 2/29 Moreton Tce PO Box 216 Dongara WA 6525

Shane Love MLAThe State Member for Moore

NEW OFFICE ADDRESS

Shane Love MLA ShaneLove_Moore

2/29 Moreton Terrace (PO Box 216) Dongara WA 6525

T: 08 9927 2333 E: [email protected]

Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm

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Sunday 7 June

The Annual “Michael Gunton Masters Charity Match”. Starting At 10.00am, Gingin Oval

Saturday 13 June

Bogan Quiz Night! 6:00pm, Pickett Park in Perth, Western Australia

Wednesday 17 June

Chittering Bindoon Country Women’s Assoc. branch monthly meeting will be held at 10am in our room in the Bindoon Town Hall. New members welcome. Contact Branch President Delyse Ward on 95713063 or Secretaries Cathy Brown on 95714176 or Nikki Ormsby 95761656.

Saturday 20 June

Get to know Bullsbrook bushland - see more this page

Bindoon open Mic night, Bindoon Hall

20th & 27th June

St John Ambulance First Aid courses (Bindoon). Contact Jenny 9575 2279

Monday 22 June

Gingin Local Police meet & Greet (see ad)

Sunday 28 June

Designed to Grow workshop, Muchea

Ezereve plays at Stringybark - more page 7

15 – 23 Aug, 2015

Gingin Science Festival

23 August

Taste of Chittering, Lower Chittering Hall

Carter & Carter playing at 10am at the Gingin Christian Fellowship Centre

It’s yoUr community...

Carter & Carter play live at GinginGolden Guitar winners Carter & Carter will be coming to play

at Gingin Christian Fellowship, Cnr Brockman & Robinson St, Gingin. on Sunday, 23rd August. Starts 10 a.m.

ALL WELCOME

New Norcia’s Writers FestivalNew Norcia and The West Australian Newspaper will be hosting a Writers Festival on 12 September of this year, which we hope will become an annual event. Speakers include Stephen Scourfield the West Australian’s travel editor.

Tickets for the day are $70.00. This includes the five sessions, a twenty minute tour of the Music room and Library in the monastery and a light morning and afternoon tea. Buffet lunch may be booked for $25.00 extra. Email [email protected] to secure a place.

A full program is at www.newnorcia.wa.edu.au

Gingin Science FestivalIf you love science, then don’t miss the Gingin Science Festival from August 15 - 23, 2015.

The Gravity Discover Centre and Gingin Community are planning a Gingin Science Festival for the Spring of 2015 as part of National Science Week. The Festival will continue for 4 weeks with events, activities and exhibitions throughout the region.

National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology and thousands of individuals – from students, to scientists to chefs and musicians – get involved, taking part in more than 1000 science events across the nation.

Science Week is designed for everyone - it’s definitely not restricted to schools and universities – with events and activities and talks and shows for every age group.

Get to know Bullsbrook Bushland Saturday, June 20 at 9:00am - 1:00pm at West Rd, West Bullsbrook. Come and learn about:·Locals that have donated

1000’s of volunteer hours,· The unique fauna and flora

that experts have found in this area,

· Our successful defense against threats like Dieback!

· Come and see some scaly and feathered creatures up close!

· How to revegetate bushland

on your own property!- The connection between

fertiliser and algal blooms in the Swan River

Please bring boots, and wet weather gear. Meet on West Rd, West Bullsbrook (just off Neaves Rd, near the maze).RSVP to [email protected] or 9571 0400

Are Hosting a

Meet and Greet afternoon tea with our

Local Police Officers

Gingin District CRC Inc.1a Lily King Place

Gingin

This is a great opportunity to share a cuppa and some yummy afternoon tea, at the same time get to know your

local Police Officers.

We have organised for a Police Car and Motorbike for the public to look over and sit in, also some fun running races for the kids using

a Radar Gun!

This is a Community event and everyone is welcome adults, kids and sporting Clubs.

Date: 22nd June 2015Time: 3.30PMVenue: 1a Lily King Place

For catering purposes can you please [email protected] or call 9575 1253 by the

17th June .

Taste of Chittering is coming up very soon on 23 August. So what’s new at this year’s event (apart from at least 15 extra stalls!)?

· Chittering Valley Radio – Bindoon Entertainment Arts and Theatre (B.E.A.T) are currently awaiting the outcome of the licence application and we’re very hopeful that we will be launching the local event station in a spectacular manner.

· Virtual Treasure Hunt – we’re going to make this a Tastzee Eventzee with the help of Munzee! Munzee is a scavenger hunt game where places have to be found in the real world. The game is similar to Geocaching but uses Smartphone QR code and GPS technology to prove the find instead of having a logbook.

· Kids Games Unplugged – Chittering Youth Krew will be showing our visitors how to make fun country style.

To keep in touch you can Find us on Facebook (like TasteOfChittering) or sign up for the eChatter newsletter (email [email protected]).

Taste of Chittering update

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Frayed Knot now offers all aspects of Beauty Therapy.Colour technicians, cut & colour specialistsProfessionally trained Skin clinician offering chemical peels, Ionzyme DF II

vitamin infusion. Collagen induction theraphy & anti aging skin solutionsDaily, weekly and monthly specials available on our facebook page.

Frayed Knot Hair, Beauty & Skin clinic

9/14 Brockman Street, Gingin

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G a l l e r y & G i f t S h o p

Local crafts & giftsOpen Friday, Saturday, Sunday and

public holidays Monday 9.00 - 4.30pm. 29 Binda Place,Bindoon

Bindoon Chitterbug

On Friday 22nd May 2015 members of the Chittering Bindoon CWA Branch held their 70th birthday celebrations at the Bindoon Hall. The function was attended by the CWA State President Mrs Sara Kenny; CWA International Co-ordinator, Mrs Carolyn Clairs; the Hon. Christian Porter, Federal Minister for Pearce; Cr Robert Hawes, Chittering Shire President; CWA Life Member and past Chittering Bindoon member, Mrs Kath Richardson; Mrs Carolyn Gumersall; some past members of our branch and members from Badgingarra, Cervantes, Jurien, Moora, Yanchep and Districts, Lancelin, Koorunga, Caversham, Bullsbrook, Coorow, Gidgegannup and Toodyay.

The day was opened by our Branch President Mrs Delyse Ward, who welcomed everyone and Mrs Carolyn Cover hosted the day as master of ceremonies. Members wore Aprons made by Mrs Margaret Trigg and the tables were decorated with bunches of blue and white carnations, also made by Mrs Margaret Trigg. A screen put together by Mr Tuarn Brown displayed photos and articles about the branch over the years. Morning tea was served as our guests arrived.

Mr Christian Porter was the first speaker for the day, as he had to leave for another engagement. Mr Robert Hawes also spoke and praised the services that the CWA provide. Members and past members spoke about their time with the branch including: Mrs Kath Richardson, who was Branch Secretary in 1957 and Mrs Pat Parkinson who has been a member of our branch for 69 years! Mrs Carolyn Gumersall spoke about attending CWA meetings as child with her mother

Mrs Betty Read. Mrs Joy Garden also spoke about her early days as a member with our Branch.

The Hallaballoo Dancers from Perth were invited to attend and they put on several different performances of 1945 Swing. Guests were then invited to join them and learn a few steps.

The Branch members put on a delicious roast luncheon followed by dessert, which was very well received by all who attended. After lunch members paraded their aprons which were very popular, so an auction was held and all the aprons were sold. The CWA State President Mrs Sara Kenny gave a lovely speech and then presented the Branch President Mrs Delyse Ward with a 70th Certificate and Shield. Mrs Kenny then assisted Mrs Pat Parkinson to cut the beautiful birthday cake made by Mrs Margaret Trigg and iced by one of her friends.

To finish the day everyone got together in the centre of the hall, held hands and sang ‘Until we meet again’. And of course our day would not have been possible without the support we received from The Bindoon Butcher, who cooked and carved our roast for us; Bindoon IGA who supplies us with a raffle prize; the support from The Shire of Chittering; Mr Tuarn Brown who sent up the PA system and took photographs; and all of those who came and helped us celebrate this wonderful achievement for the Chittering Bindoon CWA Branch.

A great day was had by all and a special congratulations to the Chittering Bindoon CWA Branch for putting on a great event and for serving the Chittering Community for the past 70 years.

Bindoon’s Biggest Morning TeaThe Seventh Day Adventist Hall in Bindoon was buzzing with chatter and laughter on Sunday 3rd May as a very enthusiastic group of over 50 enjoyed a scrumptious morning tea hosted by the Chittering Cancer Support Group [CCSG].

There were raffles galore thanks to the generosity of many Bindoon businesses

Art exhibition opens at Riseborough EstateApproximately 60 art enthusiasts attended the opening of Riseborough Estate Winery and Gallery’s new exhibition ‘Time Frame 2’ earlier this month. The exhibition, consisting of 78 works of art, was presented by the Collage Art Group and officially opened by Gingin Shire President Michael Aspinall.

Hosts Don Riseborough, owner of Riseborough Estate, and art exhibitor Dianne Miller delighted attendees on the day by showcasing the fine art with fine wine, and will continue to exhibit the collection for the public until 19 July 2015.

The theme, ‘Time Frame 2’, was chosen by the Collage Art Group to illustrate the value of their creative time and provide artistic expression around time-based ideas such as the segmenting of seconds in the form of a coloured contemporary sectioned piece, as well as comparisons of past and present and the fragility of life.

The Collage Art Group is made up of 11 award winning WA artists who specialise in a diverse set of artistic skills such as painting, photography, sculpting, jewellery and textiles and have exhibited throughout Australia and overseas. The group formed in the late 1980s from within the art department of Westcoast College of TAFE consisting of art lecturers, committed art graduates, and eventually students. They continue to travel, hold workshops and exhibit their artwork.

‘Time Frame 2’ is available for viewing at Riseborough Estate Winery and Gallery, Peterson Rise off Mooliabeenee Road (6km from Gingin) from Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm until 19 July 2015 and entry is free.

For more information on the exhibition please contact Dianne Miller on 0427 702 324.

and every table had a winner or two.

The long table was laden with a great choice of sweet and savoury dishes prepared by members of the CCSG, friends, family and the Bindoon Bakehaus. We have some great cooks in our community.

The local IGA donated groceries for the sandwiches as well as drinks while the Seventh Day Adventist Church kindly donated their hall and kitchen facilities for the event.

Marilyn Morrice and Jan Petersen set up for the event and prepared the raffle prizes from all the many donated vouchers and gifts, while other members of the CCSG worked tirelessly in the kitchen and ensured everyone enjoyed the occasion.

The next day the Chittering Shire office employees were also treated to a morning tea, prepared by Jan and Marilyn and kindly donated to the event too.

A big thank you to our local community who supported the event.

This year’s Biggest Morning Tea raised over $1000. These funds go to the Cancer Council W.A. for cancer research and support services which a number of CCSG members have used over the course of their treatments.

The CCSG meets monthly in Bindoon. Anyone whose life is affected by cancer, including carers and family members is welcome to contact Jan Petersen 0458975564 or Marilyn Morrice 95760090. For further information about the group’s activities and meeting times.

Pictured above (left to right): Kale Miller, Carol Rowling, Dianne Miller, Cr Michael Aspinall, Rose Manning, Julie Wilkinson and Anne-Maree Pelusey Zetner at the ‘Time Frame’ art exhibition opening, Riseborough Estate near Gingin.

Chittering Bindoon CWA 70th birthday celebrations

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W I N E S

Available at

Bindoon General Store

Chittering Farmers Market

chittering farmers market & Wear ya Wellies

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Open Wednesday – Sunday for lunch and dinner. On Sundays open from 9am for Breakfast.

Happy HOur – SuNDay 4pm -530pm

www.stringybarkwinery.com.au2060 Chittering road, Chittering. ph: 9571 8069

Our fabulous Christmas menu is available all through July so join us by our cosy log fire and let pretend it’s yuletide!$65 per person including tea or coffee from the 1st July – 31st July. Choose from a mouthwatering three-course-meal menu. Choices include butternut pumpkin soup, chicken liver pate, pan-fried sirloin steak, roast turkey/ honey glazed ham, grilled fish of the day, roast pumpkin gnocchi and of course warm Christmas pudding and brandy custard for dessert, or for a more aussie option mango pavlova.

Celebrate Chistmas in July at Stringybark

Gingin British car Day

Peter and Colleen Osborn

Cathy and Jeff MoffitBrendan, Ashley, Fletcher and Parker Howard

Bob and Joan Bathgate

Robyn Edwards, Phillip Lefroy, Joy Lefroy and Patricia Tabor

Clare Messenger, Anthony Russell and Karen Dore

The combination of the Chittering Farmers Market and Wear ya Wellies offered many reasons for locals and visitors to head down to Edmunds Place and peruse the market stalls with a coffee in hand. There was stacks of entertainment for kids and youth – the Western Hay mud maze was a favourite for kids and onlookers alike. More on page 30.

Tony and Wendy LeeKate Hill and Andrew and Catherine Barklay

Brollies were out in force as heavy showers sent people scurrying in and out of the rain on the annual British Car Day in Gingin.

Numbers were a little down from the usual huge turnout, but the many locals and committed car enthusiasts who made the effort were rewarded with patches of glorious sunshine to enjoy the beautiful cars and array of entertainment.

Chloe, Kirtsy, Irene, Pam and Lily Carrie, Abby and Andrew

Sienna, Noah, Lily, Melissa and Lana

Alice and Sarah

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Now Open 9.30 to 3.00pm

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Public Holidays & by appointment

weekdays for groups.

• History & displays

• ‘Grande Dame’ for teas coffees & delicious

refreshments.

• Antiques & Collectables Shop.

• Mungala Alpaca Shop-Fashion knitwear, rugs, accessories and

gifts.

Ph 0427 702324

We offer

• Tyre sales & repairs from wheelbarrow to tractor tyres as well as truck tyres with an efficient turn around time to get you back on track.

• Stocking leading brands Maxxis, Toyo & Bridgestone plus many more.

• Mobil/Lubrimax Oils at very competitive prices.

• Large range of batteries & car parts & accessories.

• Agent for hills gas & BOC Industrial gas

• Large stock of Bare-co parts.

• Farm Merchandise.

9575 233914 Weld St, Gingin

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Titan truck plus sae 15w-40–205l drum (Diesel engine oil) $ 850.00

Renolin b plus 68—205lt pack (Hydraulic oil) $ 675.00

Agrifarm utto mp—250l drum (Hydraulic / trans) $1,122.00

Renolin b plus 68—20l pack $ 79.90

Gingin Fuel & Tyres is a family owned and operated business providing a quality service and prices competitive with the metro area.

Jackie Shervington

Richard and Christina Joyce didn’t let the British weather deter them from attending the recent Gingin Car Day with their 1998 Rolls-Royce. Richard shared, “We always come and will never miss it. Regardless of whether it is a wet day or not you have to support these things otherwise there might be a day when you want to go and it is not there.”

Growing up in Derby (UK), the home of the Rolls-Royce, it seems only natural that Richard would chose to own such a trophy car. After a brief conversation with Richard I learnt quickly that owning a Rolls Royce is much more than being a car owner. Richard is also a proud ambassador of the Rolls-Royce company, and I was fortunate to be enlightened on the company’s history as well as recent successes.

The Rolls-Royce engine has long had an association with the aerospace –Charles Rolls was a pioneer aviator. He first met the Wright brothers in 1906 and had his first flight with Wilbur Wright in 1908. In the early days he repeatedly tried but failed to convince Rolls-Royce to manufacture aero-engines – a vision that is now the company’s greatest success. Not only did the legendary Rolls-Royce Merlin engine power numerous aircraft used by the RAAF during World War Two, in April this year Rolls-Royce secured

its largest order in a £6.1bn deal with Emirates. The order of 200 engines will power 50 Airbus A380 super jumbos entering service from next year.

Richard mused, “Most people think of the car and yet most of the time when they are flying around the world it is on a plane with a Rolls Royce engine.”

With a workforce of over 12,000 people, Derby has the largest concentration of Rolls-Royce employees in the UK. The total Rolls-Royce estate in Derby is almost 100 acres. One in every 11 workers in Derby is directly employed by Rolls-Royce.

With this new information at hand I gained a new appreciation for the Rolls and was grateful for the opportunity to chat with Richard and enjoy the banter of fellow car enthusiasts as they praised Richard’s unique 1998 vehicle. The only one of its kind in WA and winner of its class at the recent national Rolls Royce rally held in Fremantle.

It was wonderful to see so many beautiful cars out for the day. Those who came made the most of each pocket of sunshine as they whipped out their picnic assembles and then quickly packed them away again as they took shelter in their cars during the rain.

Richard & Christina Joyce with their 1998 Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce –Much more than a car!

Intricate model ships on display

An early Landrover - hardly recognisable

The climbing wall is always a great challenge

The pampered pooches stayed dry

Many picnicked in their cars during the rain showers

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NNIt’s yoUr community...

Local singer /songwriter Ezereve is a passionate mother-of-four who is using her voice to rescue women and children from trafficking and slavery overseas. Ezereve has already raised thousands of dollars from her debut album, ‘Stop Traffik’, to support women and children in need through World Vision – but she wants to do more.

Ezereve ‘s journey began in 2010 when a friend invited her to a jewellery party. “A pair of turquoise earrings caught my eye” she remembers, “ but when I learned that they had been made by women who had been rescued from sex trafficking and slavery in Nepal, I was horrified. I just could not go back to my every day life as a stay-at-home mum. I was consumed by the thought that there were other women out there, just like me, being bought and sold.”

Ezereve began writing songs about the issue as a way of expressing her feelings and in 2011 she decided to record her songs, and her home-made demo CD, ‘Stop Traffik’, was created. She sold copies of the CD donating every dollar towards rescuing more women from trafficking.

A community bake sale that she organised raised enough to cover the costs of duplicating the CD. She launched ‘Stop Traffik’ at the Ellington Jazz Club and began performing at community events to promote the album. Within four months over $10,000 was raised! Amazed by the success of her demo Ezereve was encouraged to take the next step and record professionally.

Her new album, titled ‘Knocking on the Shore’ was written from her home in the Chittering Valley where she is inspired by the beautiful scenery and the quality of her children’s safe and happy life. The album, which was recorded, mixed and produced by Gaetan Schurrer (M People, War of the Worlds) and mastered by Andrew Edgson (Matt Corby) features songs straight from her heart with a blend of harmonies, her gentle nylon string guitar playing and a dash of percussion by Ben Vanderwal (nominated for 2014 WA Music Award for Best Jazz Artist). This is real, stripped back indie folk and Ezereve has been dubbed as Australia’s answer to Norah Jones due to her whispery, smooth-as-butter vocals.

Ezereve is aiming to raise $20,000 from her album sales to benefit a World Vision Child Rescue Centre in Cambodia by the end of this year. The centre saves children from trafficking in Cambodia, and she plans to visit the children there when she has reached her target.

Her gorgeous new music video clip was filmed in her backyard in the Chittering Valley and has already been viewed over 20,000 times on the World Vision Australia Facebook page. You can watch the clip and listen to ‘Knocking on the Shore’ on her website: www.ezereve.com and support this really worthy cause and this talented local lady.

Ezereve will also be performing covers at The Stringybark Winery on Sunday 28th June 2015 at 3pm.

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JUNE 2015

SHIRE

GINGIN

Council to the Community

Further Council information is available on gingin.wa.gov.au or at Shire of Gingin, 7 Brockman Street, Gingin WA 6503Telephone: 08 9575 2211 Facsimile: 08 9575 2121 Email: [email protected]

Winter is here…What is the best thingabout winter in Gingin?

Here’s what a few of the local Shire staff reckon:

“A bonfire in a paddock with family and friends.” – Connie“It’s lovely and green, and perfect for walking the dogs.” - Linda“A family day out at a local footy game and a log fire with a nice port.” - Tanya“Getting up to misty mornings.” - Meagan“Jumping in muddy puddles with grandkids.” - Ros“No snow!” – Jonathan (former British citizen)“Going on holidays (somewhere warmer) because the farm looks after itself – no empty tanks, bushfires or stock to feed!” - Lynley

Councillor’sCorner

How long have you lived in the Shire of Gingin?I moved into the Shire in 1992, and in 1994 I built the first meat chicken farm in the Shire and started a family in the same year.

How long have you been a councillor?I was first elected to Council in 2001 and served four years as a councillor. I was again elected to Council in 2011 for a four-year term which expires October this year.

Can you tell us a bit about your background?I spent my childhood years in Carnamah where I attended primary school and my high school years were enjoyed at Aquinas College. I then attended Queensland University, graduating in 1983. My entire working life has been in the chicken industry as both an Ingham employee and a contract farmer, and I have always had involvement with the representative side of the industry. In 2007, I was very fortunate to receive a Nuffield Australia Farming Scholarship which took me all over the world studying different aspects of the meat chicken industry.

Outside of work I am a passionate community servant and have volunteered in a number of roles such as cricket club secretary, P&C president, golf club committee member, Recreation Centre president, Bendigo Bank director, and some 17 years as Gingin Football Club committee member.

What Shire issues are you passionate about?My passion for a sense of community is always at the front of my mind as a strong community means a vibrant Shire. Health, education, and sustainable growth are some of the areas that are always at the top of the list, but the most needed facility in our Shire at present would have to be retirement living.

I am also mindful of planning for future generations. Ideally, we need to provide all the things a safe and vibrant community needs without putting a financial noose around the necks of current and future rate payers.

What do you appreciate the most about the Shire of Gingin?While the open farm land, the stunning coastline, and coastal towns offer a great place to live and enjoy life, I am particularly grateful for our volunteers and community spirit in times of need. I can’t imagine our community without our volunteer fire fighters, ambulance officers, and Sea Rescue, Red Cross and Silver Chain personnel to name a few. Also, our sporting club volunteers so our children have organised sport to play and others have a place to be on weekends.

The people of the Gingin Shire are what I appreciate most about this wonderful place to live.

What do you do when you’re not working?When not at work I enjoy the company of family and friends, and I like being around positive people who share a similar attitude to life. I find myself volunteering time to sporting clubs and community groups but it is not all work as my wife Robyn, our four children and I enjoy the odd overseas holiday as well as camping and fishing trips.

How do you envision the Shire of Gingin to look in 10-20 years? Looking forward 20 years in the Gingin Shire I see a continuation of the previous 20. Population growth will continue at a rapid rate along with the required infrastructure, the Shire will become an even bigger food bowl for WA and Asian markets, and waste to renewable energy will feature prominently.

Shire NoticesProposed Bee Keeping Amendment Local Law 2015The Shire of Gingin hereby notifies for public comment that it proposes to make a Bee Keeping Amendment Local Law.The purpose of the local law is to make provisions about the keeping of bees in town sites and rural living areas within the Shire of Gingin.The effect of the local law is to provide controls with respect to bee keeping activities within the Shire of Gingin additional to those provided by the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007 and to minimise the impact of such activities on the general public.A copy of the local law may be inspected or obtained at the Shire of Gingin Administration Centre, 7 Brockman Street, Gingin or at the Shire’s Lancelin Office, Vins Way, Lancelin during office hours, or from the Shire of Gingin website www.gingin.wa.gov.au.Submissions from the public in relation to the proposed Bee Keeping Amendment Local Law 2015 will be accepted up until 4.00pm on Monday, 13 July 2015. Hard copy submissions may be posted or hand delivered and should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Gingin, 7 Brockman Street, GINGIN WA 6503. Submissions may also be emailed to [email protected] enquiries should be directed to the Chief Executive Officer on (08) 9575 2211 or via email to [email protected].

Business in FocusEarly Rates Incentive Scheme Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now

Whats On...in JuneNew Art Exhibition at Riseborough EstateLooking for something to do on a wintery afternoon? In need of a little culture? Then head out to Riseborough Estate Winery and Gallery to view ‘Time Frame 2’, the latest exhibition by the Collage Art Group.

Consisting of 78 works of art by 11 award winning WA artists, ‘Time Frame 2’ is open for public viewing at Riseborough Estate, 110 Peterson Rise (off Mooliabeenee Road, 6km from Gingin) from Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm until 19 July. And entry is free!

Interview withCouncillor Rob Kestel

Australian Bureau of Statistics to Visit ShireThe Shire of Gingin wishes to advise the community that the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) will be conducting address canvassing in the Gingin Shire. This work is to develop the ABS Address Register, a comprehensive list of physical addresses and land use in Australia, and will be used to support population statistics including the Census of Population and Housing.

ABS Officers will have official ABS field identification visible at all times. They will be walking and observing physical addresses and will not make contact with residents in private dwellings. At no stage will the ABS be collecting personal information. However, ABS Officers may need to approach businesses to seek additional information.

ABS Officers will be in the field between May and September 2015.

If you have any questions, or would like additional information regarding the field exercise the ABS is currently undertaking, please phone the National Information Referral Service on 1300 135 070 Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm (EST).

Do you have a business you’d like to promote? And are you interested in supporting your community? If so, why not consider becoming a sponsor of this year’s Early Rates Incentive Scheme?

The Shire of Gingin is once again offering four sponsorship packages to its business community with each package attracting differing levels of promotion. Your contribution

will go toward prizes for a number of lucky early rate payers to be presented at a prize night later this year. Sponsorship levels range from $250 to $2,500.

For more information please contact Rates Officer, Andre Lake-Gow, at the Shire on 9575 2211 (ext 126) or email [email protected].

Our Community News

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Protection and security of our communities from fi re risk has received a critical boost thanks to a $20 million investment into the Department of Parks and Wildlife’s hazard reduction burning program. While this will be concentrated in the South West, high risk areas in the south of the Moore electorate will also benefi t from the program.

Royalties for Regions highlights for Moore and the Mid West in the 2015-16 State Budget

There are a billion reasons we choose to live in the regions. And following the recent State Budget, your Nationals WA team in the Agricultural Region can give you a billion more. The State Government will invest $4 billion of Royalties for Regions over the next

four years to build economic strength and create opportunities for job and employment growth in the regions. So far it has delivered $6.1 billion to more than 3600 projects and continues to deliver great benefi ts to regional WA.

Moore ElectorateRoyalties for RegionsSTATE BUDGET:

2015-2016

Authorised by S Love, 2/29 Moreton Terrace Dongara WA 6525

2/29 Moreton Terrace (PO Box 216)Dongara WA 6525

Ph: 08 9927 2333

E: [email protected] www.shanelove.com.au

Level 1/8 Parliament PlaceWest Perth WA 6005

Ph: 08 9324 3155 Fax: 08 9324 3166Freecall: 1800 336 905

E: [email protected]

Unit 3/5 Chapman RoadGeraldton WA 6530

Ph: 08 9921 4818 Fax: 08 9921 4972

E: [email protected]

Shane Love MLA Member for Moore

Hon Martin Aldridge MLC Member for Agricultural Region

Hon Paul Brown MLC Member for Agricultural Region

REGIONAL INVESTMENT BLUEPRINTS

$362OVER 4 YEARS

million

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$

$40millionTO 2018-19

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$565PER YEAR

COUNTRY AGE PENSIONSOCIAL HOUSING INVESTMENT PACKAGE

$85.2millionFROM 2016-17

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SOUTHERN INLAND HEALTH INITIATIVE

$413million

OVER 4 YEARS

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GROWING OUR SOUTH

$521million OVER 4 YEARS

This state-wide initiative will morph from planning to implementation as each Regional Development Commission blueprint draft is fi nalised following periods of public feedback. The Mid West and Wheatbelt have both identifi ed priority areas for growth and development and can work to implement strategic projects as part of their respective growth frameworks.

As part of a greater $560 million package, Royalties for Regions will provide signifi cant investment to help provide affordable housing for some of the region’s most vulnerable people over two years. The package will halve the number of seniors and families with children on the priority waitlist for social housing.

Following the immensely successful RMCP initiative that increased mobile coverage by 31 per cent across regional WA, another 85 mobile towers will be installed over the next four years. Priority locations for 22 tower sites are locked in for 2015-16. Of those three will occur in Moore electorate including sites at Arrino in the Shire of Three Springs, and Bolgart and Yerecoin, both in the Shire of Victoria Plains.

Additional support is vital to helping ease service delivery pressures in regional communities. A multitude of initiatives including the Country Age Pension Fuel Card have been introduced to make life in the regions easier. The fuel card will be indexed to $565 per year for eligible card holders from July 1, 2015. The total Royalties for Regions investment in community services over four years is almost $750 million across regional WA.

$

REGIONAL TOURISM MARKETING CAMPAIGN

$11millionOVER 2 YEARS

Commencing in 2015-16, this campaign has an objective to drive economic development through regional tourism. It is expected to create 1400 jobs and attract an additional $209 million in additional tourism spend through promoting WA.

This $565 million initiative is bringing about radical improvements in health infrastructure and services in a catchment focusing on the WA Country Health Service southern inland area. In 2015-16 it will increase attention to regional medical workforces and hospital investment, telehealth, residential aged and dementia care and renal dialysis.

Almost $80 million of this $220 million program has already been invested in 26 exciting Mid West projects that are providing substantial economic stimulus to the region. This revitalisation fund is improving transport, sport and recreation, aged care, education, town centres, housing and many more aspects to make the Mid West an even better place to live.

REGIONAL GRANTS SCHEME & COMMUNITY CHEST FUNDA total of $47.4 million has been allocated to these community-building programs. Regional Grants Scheme opens funding opportunities of up to $300,000 for medium-sized projects, while the Community Chest Fund is a year-to-year rolling program that offers grants of up to $20,000. Each funding channel is steered by Regional Development Commissions. OVER 4 YEARS

$47.4 million

four years to build economic strength and create opportunities for job and employment growth in the regions. So far it has delivered $6.1 billion

continues to deliver great benefi ts

Moore Electorate

Moore Electorate

Royalties for Regions highlights for Moore and the Mid West in the 2015-16 State Budget

There are a billion reasons we choose

$141.3million

OVER 4 YEARS

This massive revitalisation program takes in the Shires of Moora, Dandaragan, Gingin, Chittering, Victoria Plains, Dalwallinu and Toodyay within the Wheatbelt Development Commission catchment area. Beginning last year, the southern investment initiative introduced a regional revitalisation program to the Wheatbelt, Great Southern, South West and Peel, complementing similar programs rolling out in the rest of WA’s regions.

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ChatterJune 2015

Major Projects Update• Bindoon Bypass - Conversa� on Starter

There is the possible poten� al for a road devia� on to be created, so that the GNH bypasses the Bindoon townsite.The Shire of Chi� ering has created a “Bindoon Bypass Conversa� on Starter”, which summarises informa� on that has been made available to date about the possible ‘Bindoon Bypass’, along with informa� on and ideas gathered from other bypassed towns. The document can be downloaded from (the link you have). Your feedback and ideas are welcomed. To fi nd out more please visit www.chi� ering.wa.gov.au/discover/projects.aspx#Bypass

• Parkside GardensReconstruc� on is nearly complete, backfi lling of kerb to be completed end of June 2015.

• Muchea East Road/Santa Gertrudis DriveSlip lane and line marking complete, street ligh� ng works commenced 2 June 2015.

• Muchea East Road/Hereford Way Slip lane and line marking complete, street ligh� ng works to commenced 2 June 2015.

• Binda Place Upgrade - Stage 1 (Northern End)Design is currently in the concept stage, the consulta� on process is con� nuing.

• Chi� ering Mul� purpose Health Centre - new roadRoadworks are scheduled to connect the new Medical Centre to Great Northern Highway, Bindoon. The works commenced on 20 May for approximately 2 weeks . Traffi c delays may occur. Kerbing and footpath to be completed late July 2015.

• Wandena RoadGravelling of southern end of the gravel sec� on to commence middle of May 2015.

To keep abreast of of all major projects being undertaken in the Shire please visit: www.chi� ering.wa.gov.au/discover/projects.aspx

Parks and Facili� esThe Shire is responsible for the maintenance of a number of parks, public open spaces, ovals, walk trails and conserva� on reserves.

The Shire also maintains:• Bindoon Library• Bindoon Medical Centre• Bindoon Oval• Bindoon Town Hall• Brockman Historical Precinct• Chinkabee Complex• Chi� ering Post Offi ce• Chi� ering Visitor Centre• Community and Senior Housing Units (x14)• Muchea Community Hall and Oval• Sandown Park Equestrian Facility• The Village Green (Lower Chi� ering Hall and

Oval)• Wannamal Community Centre and Oval

Although regular inspec� ons of all parks and facili� es are made, the Shire also relies on the public to no� fy us of any dangerous situa� ons. Please contact Maxine Ashford at the Shire.

Play EquipmentThe Shire is working to meet the needs of children and carers by installing the latest and safest play equipment, and upda� ng older playgrounds to meet

current safety standards. Please help to take care of our children, parks and playgrounds by repor� ng any damaged play equipment. Please contact Maxine Ashford at the Shire.

Ground MarkingClubs are responsible for marking of grounds and providing any other equipment.• PERMITTED

chalk, whi� ng or ground marking paint

• PROHIBITEDlime, creosote, sump oil, herbicide or any other chemical is prohibited for marking grounds.

Clubs wishing to ensure that only approved materials are used for line marking should contact Tom Findlay at the Shire.

Family Low Income HousingThe Shire of Chi� ering, as part of a Joint Venture with the Department of Housing, are able to provide rental housing for people on low incomes. There is the possibilty that a two bedroom low income family unit will be available for rent in July/August 2015.

All applicants for Family or Senior Housing must be eligible for Department of Housing Low Income Rental Accommoda� on. Applica� on forms are available from the Department of Housing, Northam.

If you have any ques� ons please contact Karen Parker at the Shire.

We want to hear from youThe Shire of Chi� ering is interested to hear from residents who have family members with a disability for our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. We are par� cularly interested in how we can assist our residents with facili� es and equipment that you use in the Shire. Please contact Karen Parker at the Shire for more informa� on.

How to contact your Councillors

PresidentCr Robert Hawes�crhawes@chi� ering.wa.gov.au�9562 4442�0429 655 903

Por� olioEnvironment

Deputy PresidentCr Michelle Rossouw�crrossouw@chi� ering.wa.gov.au�0412 129 719

PortfolioLight IndustryWaste Management

Cr Alex Douglas�crdouglas@chi� ering.wa.gov.au�9576 1154�0488 075 923

Por� olioTourism and CultureWaterAged Care

Cr Doreen Mackie�crmackie@chi� ering.wa.gov.au�9571 0201�0407 981 465

Por� olioHealth

Cr Sandra Clarke�crclarke@chi� ering.wa.gov.au�9576 1444�0427 847 175

Por� olioEduca� on

Cr Don Gibson�crgibson@chi� ering.wa.gov.au�9576 1090�0448 345 822

Por� olioHeritageWorks

Cr Barni Norton�crnorton@chi� ering.wa.gov.au�9576 1978�0419 964 909

Por� olioSportRecrea� onSmall Business and Economic Development

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ChatterJune 2015

How photogenic is your family?Saturday, 6 June - 9am un� l 1pm (Bindoon Town Hall)Sunday, 7 June - 9am un� l 5pm (Lower Chi� ering Hall)The Shire of Chi� ering and CLP Photography invited all residents to enter this compe� � on. All entrants receive a free photography mini session plus a free ma� ed print. Five family images will be chosen from the entries received for display at the new Chi� ering Health Centre. Five landscape images will also be chosen from submissions by local amateur and professional photographers. For further informa� on contact Karen Dore at the Shire.

Ordinary Mee� ng of CouncilWednesday, 17 June - 7pm un� l lateCouncil Chambers, BindoonThe Ordinary Council mee� ng will commence at 7pm in the Council Chambers, 6177 Great Northern Highway, Bindoon. The agenda will be available on Friday, 12 June 2015, from the Shire offi ce, Bindoon Library and website. For more informa� on please contact Natasha Mossman or Danica Kay at the Shire.

To fi nd out what events are happening in and around the

Shire please visit: h� p://www.chi� ering.wa.gov.au/calendar/default.aspx

Dog Registra� onsThe Shire of Chi� ering would like to remind dog owners to register their faithful friends. Unregistered dogs kept within the shire may result in owners being issued a fi ne.

Should you sell or transfer the ownership of your dog, please contact the Shire so that we can update your records.

Visit www.chi� ering.wa.gov.au/community/ranger-services/dog-registra� ons.aspx or phone the Shire on9576 4600 for more informa� on.

How to contact the Shire� 6177 Great Northern Highway, Bindoon (Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4pm)� PO Box 70, Bindoon WA 6502� cha� er@chi� ering.wa.gov.au� (08) 9576 4600

Which wellies did you wear?Well over a thousand people headed along to Edmonds Place, Bindoon on Sunday 24 May for the Shire’s second Wear Ya Wellies family fun day. The ‘we don’t care if it rains’ winter event was greeted by blue skies, no rain and for most of the day glorious sunshine!

The day started at 9am with the Chi� ering Farmers Market. This month’s community market had thirty stalls off ering local hand-made arts ‘n’ cra� s, home-grown plants, fruit ‘n’ vegetables and home-cooked goodies.

The “Chi� ering in Winter” art compe� � on had nearly 100 entries. Half of the ar� sts did their artwork at home, whilst the others had fun with the art boxes in the Shire tent. Robyn from Chi� ering Fine Arts had a tough job selec� ng the winners. We would like to thank her for her � me and congratulate Acacia, Stella and Kris� an on their winning pieces of art. Congratula� ons also to Nahrel who won the ‘door’ prize – an amazingly eclec� c family hamper full of fun things to do (including cooking pumpkin soup with a citrus twist, in honour of Taste of Chi� ering!).

Visitors were spoilt for choice with ac� vi� es at the event. Gazing around the arena it seemed that the Circus Workshop, Fun Airbrush Ta� oos, Gingin Observatory Solar Viewing, Gravity Centre Water Rockets, the Pony Rides, the Face Pain� ng and the Baby Animal Farm were amongst the most popular tents to visit. However, once again, the Muddy Maze seemed to be the main a� rac� on, with some very happy, and muddy, faces spo� ed around the grounds.

Thanks go to the Offi ce of Road Safety, Department for Communi� es, Lo� erywest, Western Hay, Gingin Discovery Centre, Gingin Observatory, WA Country Health Service, Ray’s Outdoors, B.E.A.T (Bindoon Entertainment Arts and Theatre) and The Blue Cow Café for helping to make this family fun day possible.

Event Organisa� on and Promo� onWhat is a public event?A gathering of people brought together for a common purpose by some pre-arrangement - and which is open (adver� sed) to the public.

Why does the Shire need no� fi ca� on?The Health (Public Buildings) Regula� ons require Local Governments to approve public events.

How much does approval cost?Council has waived the fee for non-commercial, community and fundraising events. Commercial event organisers should refer to the Shire’s current Schedule of Fees and Charges.

Organising a public eventTo discuss your proposed Public Event and the relevant requirements please do not hesitate to contact the Shire’s Community Development Offi cer (Community Groups and Spor� ng Clubs), Economic Development Offi cer (Commercial Events) or Principal Environmental Health Offi cer (Food/Alcohol/Large Events).

If you are going to be hos� ng an event at a venue within the Shire of Chi� ering we can help with promo� on and equipmentThe Shire can undertake the following on your behalf:• add the event to the Shire’s Event Calendar on our

website• include your event in the Shire’s “Check out What’s

On @ Chi� ering” • share your event on the Shire’s Facebook page• display your event informa� on at the Shire’s

Administra� on Centre on the informa� on screen

The Shire has the following equipment available on request:• adver� sing banners• cinema (infl atable outdoor screen) *hire fee applicable

• display boards (x6 black)• cloths (orange table cloths x50)• esky (x2 large)• lectern• marque (3m x 6m)• PA system *condi� ons apply

• signage (direc� onal for event/parking/muster points)• signage (direc� onal for other local a� rac� ons)• vests (hi-vis for volunteers on event day

For more informa� on please visit: www.chi� ering.wa.gov.au/discover/event-organisa� on-and-promo� on.aspx

Hazard Reduc� on BurnsChi� ering Fire Service Volunteers spent most of their public holiday Monday responding to out of control burn off s throughout the Shire. As such we ask that you please consider Volunteers and take all reasonable care when conduc� ng hazard reduc� on burns.

Hazard Reduc� on Burning is an important strategy in mi� ga� ng the threat of bush fi re, however when undertaking a burn off residents should ensure that they;• Only burn what can be managed with the resources

(people, fi re-fi gh� ng equipment, water, � me) that they have available;

• Ensure that there is enough water available, at all � mes, to ex� nguish the fi re if required;

• Never leave a burn of any size una� ended and ensure someone will be on site (if it is a weekender rather than a residence) un� l the burn is ex� nguished;

• Make sure all neighbours are aware of the burn off ;• Ensure that the area to be burnt is surrounded by

mineral earth breaks, a ‘fi re break’, of at least 3m.

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Keeping in Touchfrom the team in the Pink shirts

Livestock

From the AuctioneerJim Sangalli

Muchea Sheep 2/6/15

Agents yarded a total of 16,939 sheep and lambs at Muchea on Tuesday 2nd June 2015.

Vast majority of the yarding being lambs totalling 13,631.

All grades of lambs were in reasonable supply with best heavy lambs from $140-$148 with estimated costings of 540-560c/kg dress weight. Trade lambs realised $90-$120. A good selection of store lambs saw cross breds and better Merino’s $65-$100.

A light yarding of ewes saw heavier ewes realising $90-$95 and costings of 360c/kg. Trade ewes sold from $70-$85 depending on weight and frame. Poor quality ewes sold from $35-$45 per head.

Wethers and wether hoggets were in short supply selling from $80-$105 to exporters and restockers. Store drafts sold to graziers from $60-$85 per head.

The light weight ewe hoggets available sold to butchers and restockers at $60-$80.

Rams for live export were mixed in quality reaching $60-$90 per head with older killing rams selling from $40-$50.

Muchea Cattle 2/6/15

Muchea cattle supply eased 20% this week, with 878 head sold by live weight and 45 calves by open auction. Pastoral cattle continued to dominate numbers, with cow and heifer consignments again solid. Limited numbers of store steers and trade cattle were available. Quality was mixed, with some good local young drafts offered and good numbers of pastoral cattle in forward condition. Live export orders dominated the young cattle, with local feeders and restockers battling to secure supplies and pushing the market up by 30c/kg on light weight pastoral heifers. Cattle to the trade and processors were also strongly contested, with all trade and processing cattle firm.

Local store steers were purchased primarily by live exporters, with prices for the 250-350kg weight range selling between 280c and 318c and averaging close to 300c/kg, firm on last week. Young pastoral steers of the same weight range to live export sold between 220c and 291c/kg. Local heifers found strong live export demand, also with prices firm and making from 270-300c/kg. Pastoral heifers lifted in excess of 30c due to very strong live export demand, making 230-292c/kg.

Trade cattle were limited in number and sold at similar prices. Local steers made 230-286c, while local heifers made from 230-278c/kg. Heavy grown steers made 230-286c and pastoral sales sold to 279c/kg. Grown heifers, 500kg and above, sold to a top of 278c, to average 271c/kg, firm week-on-week.

Cow prices remained firm, with light weight drafts making 122c to 191c and D2 cows selling from 148c to 239c/kg. Better conditioned and heavy cows sold from 200-234c/kg. Bull sales remained similar to last week with heavier drafts to processors making 190-239c/kg. Lighter bull drafts to live export sold between 200c and 300c/kg.

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Livestock 6350 3300Don Morgan: Muchea/Stud Stock

0429 721 156Preston Clarke: Sales Gingin South

0429 111 797Nigel Hunt: Sales Bindoon North

0437 970 006 Chad Golding: Sales 0427 192 566

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Farmers gain pest control toolWestern Australian primary producers will be better equipped to fight against pest animals through an innovative new program supported by Western Australia’s largest and most influential lobby group, WAFarmers.

The Sporting Shooters Association of Australia’s Farmer Assist program will provide landholders and managers access to a database of qualified members with program-accredited shooting skills to assist with on-property pest animal control.

SSAA National Farmer Assist Coordinator Matt Godson said the online resource was developed to provide farmers with a free, simple and fast service for dealing with problem wildlife.

“We have worked closely with farmers to develop a tool which is both useful and practical,” Mr Goodson said.

WAFarmers President Dale Park said the SSAA Farmer Assist program is a responsible form of pest control.

“The SSAA Farmer Assist program provides farmers with another avenue for controlling feral pests that damage fences, livestock and crops,” Mr Park said.

All SSAA members participating in this program have achieved a proficient standard of marksmanship and will adhere to a strict code of practice that takes legislative requirements and animal welfare into account.

See www.farmerassist.com.au for more details.

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Gingin sheep-farmers Jeff and Cos McCormick have increased their margin per head by selling their dorper lambs processed, packaged and direct to the public. Their daughter Andrea arranges the sale of the meat via Facebook and local contacts – and Jeff delivers the boxed meat direct to the customer.“We are offering good quality meat at a decent price and the response has been extremely positive” says Andrea.

The McCormicks moved into the Dorper breed ten years ago to reduce workload on the farm after running a meat and wool enterprise on the property for nearly 50 years. They decided on the breed because of their low maintenance and tasty meat.

The Dorper quickly become popular in Australia after their introduction to Australia from South Africa in 1996. Their potential to adapt to different climates and grazing conditions has given them a reputation as hardy ‘good doers’, well-suited to Australian agriculture.

Bred to produce a high quality carcass, Dorpers are valued for their rapid weight gain, excellent carcass conformation and fantastic fat distribution.

Farm-gate lambTheir self-shedding characteristic makes them attractive to both hobby farmers and large scale production as the need for mustering for shearing, crutching and fly control is either minimised or eliminated altogether.

Happy with the prime Dorper lambs they were growing, but frustrated by fluctuating market prices, Jeff and Cos decided to try the ‘farm gate’ approach. Whilst they never planned large scale production, they are pleased to have gathered a loyal regular customer base, many of whom have turned out to be neighbours!

Their grass fed and finished lambs are sold as a whole animal – cut up and boxed. The meat is processed locally at Gingin, where it is labelled and packaged. At $175 for a whole lamb with an average weight of 20 kilos, it is cost efficient for both the farmer and the buyer. With local delivery thrown in, its a great way to stock up your freezer.

You can order by phoning Andrea on 0429 090 182 or by posting on their Facebook page, Dorper Lamb.

CCTV for MucheaFunding recently announced in the State Budget could allow WAMIA to install CCTV throughout the Muchea premise.

WAMIA chairman David Lock said they would like to see CCTV installed so the centre has a better record of livestock movement. The footage could be used to resolve disputes and improve acuracy in the facility. If approved funding may also be used to upgrade the IT infrastucture, as well as to address issues of flooding and erosion and towards general improvements and maintenance.

WREN BROOK 126 Old Gingin Road, Muchea $1,350,000

• 30+ acres with a well presented, modern, tidy 4 bedroom 2 bathroom homestead style home located on Rocky Creek

• Including good infrastructure, sheds, yards and fencing, excellent pasture with great water

• Only 10 minutes to the new livestock saleyards, 25 minutes to Midland, Joondalup

• Possible light commercial with small depot with huge potential

• This would be a Fantastic opportunity to combine a business venture with your privately located lifestyle property

Don’t be disappointed... Call Jock today on 0428 887 781 to arrange an inspection

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Colin Seis workshop in WannamalChittering Landcare

Concerns about declining profitability, increased input costs, poor soil structure, dry-land salinity, soil acidification and increasing numbers of herbicide resistance weeds have prompted over 2000 farmers throughout eastern, southern and western Australia to adopt ‘Pasture Cropping’.

The year-round ground cover created by using ‘pasture cropping’ techniques results in reduced wind and water erosion, improved soil structure, reduced weed numbers, increased nutrient availability and increased levels of soil organic carbon. The soil health benefits from plant root exudates and a large increase in organic matter derived from a mix of shallow rooted crops and deep-rooted perennial pastures are numerous and include large improvements of soil microbiology. In an era when dryland salinity, soil acidification and loss of soil carbon are having increasing impacts on the productivity and profitability of farming enterprises, pasture cropping is providing an option for addressing these issues.

On Friday 8th May, Colin Seis, winner of the Bob Hawke Landcare Award for 2014, the pioneer – and developer of “Pasture Cropping”, a method of sowing cereal crops directly into perennial pastures, conducted a workshop at the Wannamal Hall. Colin explained his method of combining grazing and cropping into a single land use where each one benefits the other economically, environmentally and ecologically.

It may appear that ‘Pasture Cropping’ is simply a cropping technique. It is much more than that. ‘Pasture Cropping’ is the combining of cropping and grazing into one land management method where each one benefits the other. The potential for profit and environmental health, including increasing soil carbon are enormous and a lot of farmers in many regions of Australia are showing this to be the case. There are now over 2000 farmers “pasture cropping” cereal crops into summer and winter perennial native grass in NSW, South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia and Tasmania as well as other areas around

the world.

The original concept developed in 1993, of sowing crops into a dormant stand of summer growing native grass like red grass (Bothriochloa Macra), was thought to be a very inexpensive method of sowing oats for stock feed. This certainly turned out to be true, but it was quickly learnt that there were many side benefits and that it was only touching the surface of a land management technique that is proving to be revolutionary. The grazing crops performed so well that it was obvious that good grain yields could be achieved as well.

Workshop participants travelled from as far as Newdegate to hear this inspirational man speak. The workshop shifted to the Howard family farm in the afternoon to observe perennial pastures and to assess the ability for

pasture cropping to succeed when direct drilling into perennials. We were treated to a precision driving and no till machinery run by Errol which showed that little damage occurred to the kikuyu pastures and proved that planting a crop into the pasture was quite viable. For further information a booklet will be available from the landcare centre. We acknowledge the assistance of the Australian Government through the 25th Anniversary of Landcare Grant which enabled us to fly Colin Seis here from New South Wales to conduct the workshop. Following the Colin Seis workshop some unspent funds will be used to produce a booklet outlining the methods for establishing pasture cropping systems and this will be available to any interested person.

Sue Metcalf, Colin Seis and Rosanna Hindmarsh

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DEPUTATION TO THE SHIRE OF CHITTERING COUNCIL MEETING OF WEDNESDAY 20 MAY 2015Copies: Councillors

Shire of Chittering CEO

Minutes Clerk Shire of Chittering

RE: PROPOSED NBN FIXED WIRELESS FACILITY - BELL HILL RESERVE

NO. 44213, CORNER FORREST HILLS PARADE & RIDGETOP RAMBLE BINDOON W.A.

“Mr. Shire President

On behalf of the Friends of Bell Hill Reserve we submit the following. The proposed NBN tower on Bell Hill Reserve should never be on a Local Reserve that is located in a Residential Subdivision, located within the Bindoon Townsite Consolidation Area. “This is NOT rural”.

The proposed excision of the Reserve is far greater than 96 square metres, as it will include an access road approximately 80 metres long by at least 4 metres wide.

Precedent - This development will set a precedent that will not only destroy the amenity of Bell Hill Reserve but NO other reserve will be protected from this type of exploitation.

Visual Pollution It will be seen for kilometres, which would damage the amenity of the area and country living Tourist Industry.

Local Pollution Extremely high level of visual pollution. The tower is equivalent to the height of a five story building with a 12 x 8 metre single story support structure. No amount of camouflage can disguise that, as it is perched atop a prominent ridgeline on a prominent hill - these are protected by legislation being the Telecommunications Legislation and the Town Planning Scheme No.6.

Noise Pollution Cooling units 24/7 What impact on wildlife?

Public Access Will be restricted The casualty of commercial exploitation. The reserves were set aside for the sole purpose of the local residents,for recreation such as bush walking.

Existing Fire Brigade Pager Tower is an illegal and non-recognized tower by the Department of Planning. This sets NO precedent 0, ,

Health Issues there is no guarantee there will not be future health issues e.g. tobacco and asbestos. European countries recognize this and have at least a 500 metre exclusion zone.

What impact will this have on the young and elderly as time goes by. Extremely Close Proximity to Homes will impact adversely on the occupants amenity and well-being of life. It doesn’t matter which way the homes are situated, it’s

just too close and very offensive.

The closest homes are 55 and 83 metres away respectively. Consider if a tower were to be placed this close to your home!

Alternative Sites - have not been independently and objectively assessed, as has been requested numerous times.

Flora and Fauna - The destruction of a pristine Reserve will extremely impact on the Flora and Fauna, particularly the Endangered Species Chuditch and Carnaby’s Black Cockatoo.

The Chuditch which is a shy, nocturnal creature, whose habitat will be destroyed, disturbed and threatened for 10 weeks (3 solid months) during construction, which includes extensive excavation

for the footings which would require blasting or Jack Hammering of solid rock. This will be devastating for this timid, vulnerable and precious little Australian which needs nurturing. It does not deserve to have its security of life threatened and dismissed by people who should know better. The same would apply for the colony of echidnas residing in this area.

Bell Hill Resides on the Remnant Plateau of the oldest land on earth - the Yilgarn Block 4.4 Billion years old - verified and dated by a W.A. Geophysicist from Zircon crystals This is a truly ancient echo from the creation of the Universe. It is here in Bindoon, show it the respect it deserves.

Biodiversity Strategy Document The

classification rating of the Reserve as put forward in this Document is that the Reserve is classified as Priority 1A and is recommended as a “Conservation Reserve”. All apparent attempts to discredit this Award Winning Document and the Reserve to question its protection is shameful.

For the Administrators within the Shire Council that support the Proponents and the Proponents themselves, to claim they are complying with all legislation is again questionable.

We are aware that they could possibly dismiss this as inconsequential and if all lawful legislation is ignored that is there to protect this situation, this could be deemed wilful ignorance.

Most of the Councillors are aware of the implication of this matter and act responsibly to their electorate and they are to be applauded. We totally support the concept of NBN but we do not support the ethos of its implementation and their diligent endeavours to possibly circumvent the intent of the legislation involved. We request that they find an alternative site and the extensive use of fibre and satellite, such as in Lower Chittering. Why is Bindoon getting an inferior service!”

Read by: Julie Duzevich

Juliet Grist, Leader Northern Valleys Agribusiness sub-committee Chittering Chamber of Commerce

Juliet Grist. Following many years in the financial services sector Juliet moved to Bindoon in order to follow her passion and focus on the agricultural sector in 2008. Since then Juliet has been involved with many farming businesses as a Rural Financial Counsellor, member of the Dry Seasons Advisory Committee, facilitator of the Drought Pilot Farm Business Resilience program and in private consultancy working with farming families to discover business and family visions, goals and objectives. In the last 5 years Juliet has worked extensively throughout the Wheatbelt working with Grower Groups to design and deliver educational workshops to farmers focussed on improving business skills and profitability.

Reflecting the importance of Agriculture to our region, and acknowledging the opportunities and constraints that exist within the industry, Chittering Chamber of Commerce has established “Northern Valleys Agribusiness” – a sub committee of the Chamber of Commerce focused on providing added value to agribusiness enterprises in the region.

There has been a huge amount of research on both the drivers for profit and the constraints to the growth of agricultural businesses within Australia, and a lot of work completed looking at best practice from around the globe. Some regions within Western Australia

are already acting on this information at a local level – encouraged by evidence that, in addition to Government Policy, it really is the local dynamics that can make the difference.

In the last few weeks The Department of Agriculture and Food, Western Australia have released a report outlining how Western Australian farm businesses can adapt and become investment-ready to grow the agri-food sector into a premium supplier to Asian food markets. The report contains ideas that can be enacted at a local level and the Chamber of Commerce feels it can help farmers within the Northern Valleys region be more aware of strategies and actions for success. Whether it be for export or to grow their business for the local market.

The “Road to Riches – Driving Investment in Western Australian Agriculture” report notes “Western Australia has experienced what some commentators believe to have been a once in a generation boom linked to mining investment. It would be easy for Western Australian’s to rest comfortably in the knowledge that our future prosperity is linked to the production phases of these enormous investments. However there is another view, one that proposes to use the skills sets, infrastructure and supply chains to our Asian customers established during the mining investment boom and to connect them more effectively to our smaller, yet no less determined agricultural producers.

In order to take advantage of this potential opportunity Western Australian agribusinesses needs to overcome numerous challenges....”

Juliet Grist, newly appointed leader of the CCC Northern Valleys Agribusiness sub committee observes “there are some great opportunities for our farmers to take advantage of the new free trade agreements coming on stream over the next several years, and indeed to expand their product reach into our own domestic markets. However just keeping up with the daily business on the farm can be challenging enough, let

alone investigating all of the necessary requirements to access export markets, getting positioned for additional investment, sourcing funding etc.

Our aim with the sub-committee is to support our local farmers wherever possible, by bringing the range of expertise and advice closer to our farmers, and relevant to our region. This might include providing regular updates on sources of funding (for example, some of our farmers may wish to apply for a grant of up to $500,000, or an interest free loan of up to $5 million from the Coles Nurture Fund to innovate and grow their business), or information via a local seminar on implications for the Free Trade Agreements to China, Korea, Japan or other markets including how to become accredited for export.

There is a lot to learn from our domestic and international regional competition who are already enacting local strategies to support agribusiness and I have a strong desire for our community to be able to capitalise on these opportunities whilst they exist and whilst the opportunity to differentiate ourselves is there.

We will be seeking feedback from farmers in the Northern Valleys on the type of support and information they would like and will be doing our very best to provide it. We hope that as many farmers and farm supporters as possible will attend our launch on 1 July and put themselves on our mailing list for future events!

In the Northern Valleys Agriculture is our main industry and I think it is wonderful that the CCC is reflecting the importance of this sector through the establishment of the Northern Valleys Agribusiness arm. It might take a bit of co-operation and collaboration, but to quote the “Road to Riches” report “If we are successful, we may set the scene for the “second - once in a generation boom” for Western Australia, but this time in our agricultural sector..”

Local agribusinesses are invited to attend our Agribusiness launch sundowner on the 1st July at CU@Park - see page 25 for details. Members are also being recruited for the newly formed sub committee - to register your interest contact Juliet on 0408 520 338 or email [email protected].

Agribusiness in the Northern Valleys

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Contact Jackie Shervington on 0419 045 783

May was a big month for real estate in the northern Valleys. there is nothing like a beautiful sunny day to get people out and window shop for properties.

i enjoyed a frantic mid-month weekend as i rushed from one property to the other helping buyers view their dream property. For some the motivation was to escape the suburbs and provide a space for children to spread their wings. For others, a chance to retire and enjoy the good life. each have their own motivations and aspirations and i am privileged to be able to spend private time sharing their enthusiasm.

someone asked me recently, “Do i do home opens?” i know that is encouraged by city agents and some may assume it must be the way of the future. But really is it? i’m not convinced.

not only does it limit the viewers by forcing a time slot for people to “view”. it also shifts the salesperson’s role to essentially a retail shop assistant, “stand watching as the crowd look through the property and self select”. Personally i prefer the private one-on-one opportunity to deeply understand buyers needs and wants and present the unique property to them in the best possible way. ‘imagine going to a “cold and flu open-appointment” at the doctor’s. of course not.’

that’s my two-bobs worth. not everything that works in the city should be applied to country properties. Keep it real and rural.

Jackie Shervington

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the owners of this 2014 home have invested love and style into this charming timber framed Milford home. (Western australia’s no.1 timber framed pole & stumped home specialists.)

Located in Chittering rise the home is north-facing with picturesque views across the valleys.

the attention to detail and finishings from light fittings to beautiful spotted gum timber floors, create a picture that wouldn’t be out of place in a glossy home magazine.

the 4 x 2 home is spacious with

master bedroom and ensuite to the west offering privacy from the main bedroom wing. Large verandahs surround the property with a 4x4m deck to enjoy the views.

high-speed aDsL and a 135,000 litre water tank, a large kitchen with corner pantry and electric appliances.

the 5 acre property has good pasture, adjoins the bridal trail and would be perfect for a horse or pony owner

a delightful and affordable opportunity to make Chittering your home without the stress and hard work of building.

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Prime Grazing opportunity - with lifestyle location only 55kms to Muchea Sale Yards

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Head office: (08) 9380 6191 24-26 Coghlan Road SUBIACO WA Jackie Shervington 0419 045 783

BEERMULLAH/GINGIN741 Bootine Road 334ha (825 acres). 2 titles

Opportunity to purchase 334ha (825 acres) of this tightly-held fertile country. Two titles - owner will sell as one or two lots. Prime grazing country in Beermullah flats. Situated off Bootine Road this picturesque prop-erty enjoys a permanent brook (Kings Brook) run-ning through it, and is only 45 minutes to Muchea cattle yards and only 20 ks to Gingin townsite.The property offers prime grazing resources; year round green feed along the brook banks including

strawberry clover. The property boasts limestone deposits, highly regarded and believed to enhance development of good bone.The property also includes a supply of marl, which provides an excellent Road base with limestone and clay mixture. Comprehensive infrastructure:• 3 hay sheds; 2 x 72ft x 30ft and 1 x 60ft x 25ft

shed.• 1 machinery shed 72ft x 30ft which includes

basic accommodation; 3 bedroom, kitchen, lounge with “pot belly” fire and bathroom. Power, water and telephone connected.

• Good fencing and Cattle yards with covered working area, water and power.

• Horticulture potentialThe property has excellent horticulture potential; a 78,000 kl water licence. Quality mixed soil types and medium to heavy sandy loam suitable for horticulture. A wonderful spot that always seems to get more than its share of local rainfall.Excellent bores on front and rear lot.Main Bore on the front lot. Capacity water pasture irrigation.Back 525 acre block - new bore - 23.6 metres deep est 8-10,000 gals/hour.

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a very unique opportunity to purchase a substantial parcel of land with a big allocation of water so close to city and markets.

set in the Lennard Brook valley gingin, Westralian Fruits consists of 10 farms with a total land area approximately 464.2 ha / 1,147 acres. Consideration would be given to breaking them up into smaller parcels making it particularly attractive to anyone looking for water licences on quality country so close to Perth.

Water Licences: Westralian Fruits currently has two water licences to cover all farms: surface water licence 1,598,400kl and ground water licence 1,586,670kl, (total 3,185,070 kl for all 10 farms).

Water licences for individual farms have been amalgamated for ease of recording but can be separated again as required.

there is substantial room for improvement and therefore increase of takings. Currently, approximately 157.71 ha / 389.71 acres of land is being utilized. Current Produce (all farms):

oranges: navels (Washington, Lanes), Valencia, Barnfield, Powel, Newhall and Navelina; Mandarins: (Hickson, Imperial, Topaz, Afourer); Lemons: (eureka) Mangoes: (Kensington Pride, Florigan gold, Various).

Potential for recultivation (Farms 8&9) grapes: (Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, shiraz, Chardonay, Verdelo).

approximately 34 hectares were planted to avocadoes, which have been removed allowing room for expansion with minimal work.

soil types are yellow through to red loam which can be cultivated all year round and are mostly frost free throughout the year. the undulating land is easy to work making it attractive to horticulturalists.

infrastructure includes packing shed with grading facilities for citrus and mangoes, cool rooms, loading dock, office, houses and much more.

only an inspection will show the quality of land and possibilities this property offers.

Feature ProPertyWestralian Fruits – Lennard Brook, GinginPrice – POA Country Values Real EstateTom Cabassi 0429 095 864

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BINDOON (3.8 AC) Low $500sAmazing views across Bindoon town from this 3 bedroom and 1 bathroom property. The home boasts a very functional kitchen with large pantry. Enjoy the bonus fully-sealed and enclosed garage/shed which could be modified to provide extra rooms or potentially an artists workshop.

GINGIN 4737 m² $330,000538 Cockram StreetAffordable cottage—a delightful neat and tidy 3 bedroom fibro and steel cot-tage. Recently renovated—fresh paint, polished wooden floor boards and window treatments. Gas stove and HWS, reverse-cycle airconditioning, lockable one vehicle garage, bore water and open space on this one acre block.

GINGIN (1.41 acres) $480,000

19 Fraser StreetLocated on the Gingin Brook a character home, built circa 1900s, with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom plus enclosed verandah sleepout/storeroom. A light and modern renovated kitchen and dining area offering slate floors and a quality finished kitchen. Large garage/shed with 3 roller doors (power connected) connection to scheme water. The land is fenced into 2 paddocks.

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GINGIN 2.47acres (1ha) $450,00090 Robinson StreetSet on Gingin Brook, 2 bedroom timber house, built in 2005. Large ground floor concrete slab (potential storage or entertaining). Light and bright modern home with large open-plan living kitchen/ dining. Surrounded by generous verandahs. 16 solar panels (1.95 KW each), garden shed, working bore with submersible electric pump.

Local governments in the electorate of Pearce will benefit from delivery of the latest round of funding under the australian government’s four-year $9.3billion Financial assistance grants program.

Federal Member for Pearce, Christian Porter, said the Coalition government understood how critical governments are to local services in our communities.

“the Coalition government recognises the important contribution councils, as the level of government closest to australians, make to our national economy and the leadership they provide at a local community level,” Mr Porter said.

“Local governments play a pivotal role in bringing communities together and producing local solutions to local

problems. importantly, this funding is untied and supports local governments to deliver on local priorities with the services, facilities and infrastructure communities need most.”

Mr Porter said the australian government is providing a total of $2.3billion to local governments across australia under the 2014-15 Financial assistance grants programme. the fourth quarterly grants payment will deliver $575million towards priority local projects nationwide. Councils in the northern Valleys region will receive the following Financial assistance grants funding:

City of swan- $1,309,598

shire of Chittering - $285,707

shire of gingin - $431,230

Jackie Shervington 0419 045 783

BINDOON/mooliabeenee 97 ACRES1 Barn Road FOR SALE EOIRich soils and abundance of water including a 111,000 kl water licence, make this a perfect small farming property. The property has nine paddocks plus the house block and includes 40 acres of 1st quality hay. Extensive farm infrastructure with cattle yards, feed bins and more. Plenty of farm storage with a 60x40 feet shed, including ablution block. 4 x 2 well appointed home. You can enjoy picturesque valley views from a large open plan kitchen, din-ing & lounge.

$6.7million boost for local governments in Pearce

Aged Friendly Communities Fundingthe shire of gingin is pleased to announce it has been successfully granted $45,588 to improve pathway networks in the towns of gingin and Lancelin.

earlier this year the shire undertook an audit of its major towns to determine the status of its aged friendly services. as a priority the audit revealed its network of footpaths in both gingin and Lancelin require improvement, and works will include:

• Installation of footpaths from aged accommodation units in both gingin and Lancelin to link to existing pedestrian corridors and local services;

• Construction of pathway to the Wall of remembrance and soundshell at Granville Park, Gingin and;

• Installation of footpath to the Lancelin Shire Office.

“this funding is most appreciated and will be very helpful in making our community a more connected place for our senior members,” said shire President Michael aspinall. “it also helps us fulfil a number of objectives from the strategic Community Plan around providing good quality infrastructure and accessibility for our community.”

this project has been made possible through the Wheatbelt Development Commission’s aged Friendly Communities in small towns small Value grant scheme which has been funded through royalties for regions.

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road black spots across Chittering and in Bullsbrook will benefit from more than $1.2million in funding from the Coalition government’s 2015 Budget.

Detailing the funding today, the Federal Member for Pearce, Christian Porter, said three black spot locations

in Chittering would receive a total of $813,300 and one black spot location in Bullsbrook would get $405,000.

“the Black spot Program provides funding to priority locations with a history of serious road accidents,” Mr Porter said. “When i spend at least 15 hours a

week driving the roads of Pearce i understand how dangerous some of the black spots in our community can be.

“i have been advocating strongly in Canberra for the funding for these locations and it is pleasing to see that we have been successful in securing this commitment.”

the locations are:

• intersection of Blue Plains road and Maddern road in Chittering: $303,900 to realign Maddern road to form a staggered t-junction to improve intersection geometry and delineation.

• intersection of Muchea east road and Wandena road in Lower Chittering: $291,600 to improve the intersection radii and delineation, seal to 8m wide and improve sight distance by clearing vegetation.

• Julimar road from 3.6km to 4.1km east of Chittering road at Chittering: $217,800 to realign the curve.

• neaves road from Kirby road to old West road in Bullsbrook: $405,000 to seal shoulders and install edge lines and raised reflective pavement markers.

Mr Porter said that in total the Coalition government would fund nine black spot projects in Pearce in 2015-16, with a value totaling more than $2.5million.

“In the first year under the Coalition Government an unprecedented $952million was invested into road infrastructure in Pearce,” Mr Porter said. already in 2015 the Coalition has invested a further $276million in Pearce, bringing the total of road funding investment in our community to more than $1.2billion.

“this is an unprecedented commitment from any government to Pearce and i will continue to work hard to build on this achievement for our community.”

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GINGIN 2.5 AC (1 HA) 112 McHavloe Drive Set high on Marchmont Estate this beautiful home offers spectacular views across the region.Built in 2008, this neat and tidy 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with large open-plan living kitchen, dining and lounge is faultless. The kitchen enjoys amazing views across the valley and is well planned with a large walk in pantry, double fridge cavity and electric oven and gas hotplate.

The master bedroom wing to the north provides privacy and separation from the south wing. There is a bonus large room, which could be a theatre room, office, or sewing room.The home is well finished with ducted air-conditioning individual room controls and fans in all rooms.Large verandahs surround the house and immaculate and established gardens cascade down the hillside. The property backs on to public open space which offers easy access to a walk to the top of Marchmont Hill.

Excellent infrastructure with a two car carport plus 10x6m shed /garage with power connected. Solar panels x 8 and Solarhart 300ltre hot water system with booster. Electric boundary dog control with controls fitted in shed. The home is on scheme water plus two rainwater tanks totaling 50,000 litres. All the hard work is done - just move in an enjoy the views. Owners are downsizing to a retirement villa and are genuine sellers.

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CEO Chittering Shire Gary Tuffin, Deputy Shire President Michelle Rossouw with Federal Member for Pearce, Christian Porter

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Rural Bank index releasedthe value of land underpins our farming businesses and rural communities. that’s why rural Bank’s specialist insights division, ag answers has produced the Western australian Farmland Values index 2014.

the agribusiness association of australia launched at a breakfast on May 27th the Wa Farmland Values index, which provided a comprehensive analysis of Wa farm property values over the last 22 years, giving farmers intelligence on their main asset.

Will rayner, general Manager agribusiness at rural Bank, provided an overview followed by a presentation of report highlights from ag answers’ Chief researcher, Jonathon Creese alongside rural Bank Wa senior relationship Manager, tim Batger presenting localised insights.

a Western australian farmland values index reveals a current period of stagnation, with an average annual growth of 0.5 per cent between 2006 and 2014.

that is off the back of a three-year period of strong growth, which saw an average annual growth of 15.3 per cent.

the index was prepared by rural Bank, formerly known as elders rural Bank and now a fully owned subsidiary of the Bendigo and adelaide Bank group.

the bank used Wa government data to analyse 40,000 individual property sales over a 22-year period from 1993.

the index did not include pastoral leases and property sales under 30 hectares, to avoid any lifestyle-,type farming data coming into the results.

“What you’ve seen probably since 2006, but definitely since the gFC, is effectively a period of stagnation where you’ve seen prices for farmland on average increase by about half a per cent per year and that’s effectively a period of consolidation, effectively allowing the sector to catch up to that huge appreciation you saw in property prices up until that period,” said Will rayner, general manager of agribusiness with rural Bank.

“But even accounting for what’s almost a decade of relative stagnation in property prices, you’ll see since 1993 the average increase in property prices is still 4.7 per cent per year, which compares favourably with the CPi increase over the same period of an average of 2.6 per cent per year.

“so you’re seeing a very long and sustained period of real increase in property prices relative to CPi.

“Agriculture, by definition, has very long credit cycles, so you do need to take that longer term view, because if you took it within a twelve-month period or even a two-year period you’ll see volatility that doesn’t give you the underlying strength of either the sector or the profitability of the farming community.”

there are strong indications for the future of farmland prices in Wa, Mr rayner said.

“you’ve got a falling australian dollar, you’ve got historically low interest rates, you’ve got soft commodity prices that are particularly strong for beef and you’ve got a sector that continues to innovate and improve its productivity,” he said.

Mr rayner said the takeaway message was that Wa farmland was certainly a fantastic investment over the long term.

“it underpins a very healthy and innovative sector that certainly has a lot of opportunity for growth and continued prosperity,” he said.

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Shires need to balance industry and housing needsOn ABC country hour.... Joanna Prendergast . In case you missed it.

shires near the northern boundary of the Perth metropolitan region are hoping future zoning will reduce the amount of land use conflicts they have to juggle.

as industry and houses spread north from Western australia's metropolitan region, they are pushing into shires like gingin, Chittering and Dandaragan.

gingin shire president Michael aspinall said this could cause problems.

he said the shire of gingin was working with neighbouring shires to assess and delegate large amounts of land within its boundaries for future rural, industrial and residential use.

Mr aspinall said egg producer snowdale holdings' request to expand its farm capacity in the shire from 120,000 to 240,000 chickens was an example of the balance the shire had to consider between residents and industry.

this proposal is yet to go before the gingin shire Council, but it is one of many industries expanding or moving into the gingin shire.

"People would be aware that the expansion of the metropolitan area is forcing a lot of these industries out of the northern suburbs and they're looking for land further north, which is of course why gingin is attractive to them," Mr aspinall said.

"this brings up two problems: is the land suitable for further development for agriculture, and what sort of land is suitable?

"We're looking at doing a land assessment at the moment so we're saying let's quarantine this land if we can and make sure it's used purely for rural pursuits.

"We don't want to see what's happening in Wanneroo where industry is being forced out by residential creeping up on it and forcing it out."

GINGIN/ CullullaThis architecturally-designed homestead is of rammed earth construction with generous glazing filling the enormous living spaces with natural light. The home is grand by any measure; 1200sqm under

roof. Extensive outdoor entertaining areas.Commercial size 120 ft size shed and tool shed. Abundant water, solar bore, tanks, satellite and more. A formal dining room which separated by a lengthy gallery creating many different living spaces in the home.

Virgin bush covers 2/3 of the property with back third cleared, with two paddocks (around 300-400 acres) of gently undulating light soils.

825 Acres For sale Low $2mil

BINDOONCammeray Farm60 ac (25 ha) Extensive home built in 2008, overlooking Bindoon and surrounding valleys. Five stylishly presented

bedrooms, three bathrooms, an enormous living space, separate games and play areas, a home theatre room and an elegant study. Bindoon loam, four fully fenced paddocks, cattle yards and horse shelters offer the opportunity to run livestock or pursue an equestrian dream. Enjoy efficient water management with a solar powered bore

and 500,000L dam plus a 19,800kL water tank + 2 x 7571L water tanks. Hot water—two solar, one gas boosted, one electric boosted. Three-phase power, two power box connections. Sewerage: Bio system 2000 ATV. For Sale Mid-High $1mil

Head office: (08) 9380 6191 24-26 Coghlan Road SUBIACO WAJackie Shervington 0419 045 783

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LOWER CHITTERING 36 Ac (14.5HA) 641 Chittering Valley Rd

For Sale LOW$1 mil

• 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom Rural Building home with generous living areas and large open-plan kitchen.

• Bonus 2 bedroom cottage. Rent it out or just enjoy the benefit of this bonus cottage.

• Underground pool.• 9 paddocks including productive 7 acre hay

paddock. • Bonus small income-producing citrus grove,

500 mixed citrus trees.• Abundant water from 2 bores and 2 dams • Excellent horse facilities; double stables, yards

and large round pen.• Great infrastructure including: 2 rain water

tanks, large shed, small feed shed and 2 small tool sheds, workshop lean-to.

Call for a brochure or to arrange a private viewing.

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119ac (48 ha)

5462 Great Northern Highway For Sale LOW$1 mil

• 3x2 brick and iron homestead with bull-nose verandahs.

• Country style kitchen with wonderful views of Lake Chittering through the large bay window.

• Sheds – 30’x20’ fully enclosed workshop/ga-rage. Concrete floor and power. 75’x40’ fully

enclosed with power and concrete floor. • Divided into three paddocks with excellent soil

type. • The property is presently running cattle and

cropping.

Jackie Shervington 0419 045 783

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Swan Valley Bypass wins big from GST grantPearce residents from the swan Valley through to Muchea and surrounds are set to be major beneficiaries of the $499 million road infrastructure grant announced by the Coalition government today to address Western australia’s falling share of gst revenue.

the Federal Member for Pearce Christian Porter today said: “For five years in both state and Federal politics i have fought to have a Prime Minister help Western australians by stopping the decline in Wa’s share of gst and Tony Abbott is the first Australian Prime Minister that has actually acted to compensate Wa for its unfair share of the gst.”

Mr Porter said that from a total $499 million package, the Coalition would provide an additional $54.4 million towards the 37km swan Valley Bypass section of northlink Wa.

“Without this Coalition grant, Wa’s gst share would fall below 30 cents in every dollar we pay, when no other state or territory in the history of the gst has had their share fall below 81 cents,” he said.

“the unsustainable and broken system being maintained by the Commonwealth grants Commission was only going to be remedied by decisive leadership from the Coalition Prime Minister.

“the Coalition grant shows the Prime Minister’s leadership in responding to strong advocacy to address Wa’s

share of gst from the Federal Finance Minister, Mathias Cormann, Federal Foreign Minister Julie Bishop and all Western australian Members of Federal Parliament.”

Mr Porter said the Prime Minister’s decisive action had produced an outcome designed to compensate Wa in a way that reflects a nominal freeze in the decline of Wa’s gst at the 2014/15 floor of 37 cents in the dollar.

“in 2011 the former Labor Prime Minister Julia gillard announced a review into the distribution of the gst that she promised would ‘lead to a simpler, fairer, more predictable and more efficient distribution of the GST’,” he said. “the result of that review was complete inaction from both Ms gillard and Mr rudd.”

“this $499 million road infrastructure grant from the Prime Minister is the first time there has been any action from any Prime Minister on this issue and while it is not a final result it is an incredibly significant outcome and recognition that Wa needs help to deal with the extreme situation produced by the Commonwealth grants Commission’s refusal to amend its distribution formula.

“as one of the Wa Liberals pushing so hard for something to be done on gst, it is especially pleasing to see that not only will all Western australians benefit from easing pressure on the Wa state Budget, but also that big amounts of the grant compensation are going to important projects so desperately needed by the people of the Pearce electorate.”

the Coalition government has now committed $669.4 million toward

the$836.6 million swan Valley Bypass section of northlink Wa, which is scheduled for completion in 2019.

“this is a major investment for families

and businesses in the swan Valley and surrounding suburbs of Pearce, and Western australia as a whole,” he said.

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Talk to the Chefwith David Stott of Stringybark Winery

Winter is definitely here!Time to get your friends and family over for some hearty warm tummy-filling food! As the winter days and nights get cooler, it is a great time to try these two recipes I have come up with: Poached pears in red wine with mascarpone and a heart-warming spiced red wine.

Over the next few winter months the focus will be on comfort food, to feed the heart and soul. Winter is a great time of year to relax around an open fire sipping spiced mulled wine and enjoying a poached pear in red wine.

Anyone is welcome to pop into the winery for a chat about food and I will make you a nice coffee. You are most welcome.

I hope you try and enjoy the recipes and have a wonderful winter time indulging in all kinds of great food

CHEF DAVID signing off for now!

Happy cooking & keep warm. Summer will be here before we know it.

In season in JuneFruit... Oranges, mandarines, lemons, limes, apples, pears and rhubarb

Vegetables... Cauliflower, sweet potato, celeriac, spring onions, peas, beans, broccoli, beetroot, leeks and parsnips

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Poached pears in red wine with mascarpone and a heart-warming spiced red wine.

Poached Pears Red Wine, Mascarpone Serves 4Ingredients500ml (2 cups) dry red wine 70g (1/3 cup) caster sugar 2 x whole star anise 2 x 7cm cinnamon sticks 1 vanilla bean, split 4 just-ripe Peckham’s triumph Pears, peeled 1 x 250g mascarpone 2 tablespoons icing sugar mixture 2 teaspoons rosewaterMethodCombine the wine, sugar, star anise, cinnamon and vanilla bean in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or until sugar dissolves, add the pears and bring to the boil Reduce heat to low and simmer, turning occasionally, for 1 hour or until pears are tender. Use a slotted spoon to transfer pears to a heatproof bowl.Increase heat to high and bring the syrup to the boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until syrup thickens slightly. Pour over the pears and set aside for 10 minutes to cool. Cover with plastic

wrap and place in the fridge for 4 hours to chill.Place the mascarpone, icing sugar and rosewater in a medium bowl and stir to combine.Transfer the pears to a serving dish and drizzle with syrup. Serve with rosewater mascarpone.Spiced Mulled WineServes 8Ingredients750ml dry red wine 225g (1 cup) white sugar 125ml (1/2 cup) brandy 125ml (1/2 cup) water 2 oranges, thinly sliced 1 lemon, thinly sliced 2 cinnamon sticks, lightly crushed 6 whole cloves Pinch of grated nutmeg Lemon peel, to decorateMethodPlace the wine, sugar, brandy, water, orange, lemon, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg in a large saucepan over low heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5-10 minutes or until sugar dissolves and mixture is aromatic. Remove from heat.Strain mulled wine into a large jug. Pour among serving glasses. Decorate with lemon peel and serve immediatelySit back and enjoy the

poached pears and a glass of spiced mulled wine.

CHEF’S HINTS AND TIPS1. Always season meat

and fish evenly; sprinkle salt and pepper as though it’s “snowing.” This will avoid clumping or ending up with too much seasoning in some areas and none in others.

2. For best results when you’re baking, leave butter and eggs at room temperature overnight.

3. Do not use oil in the water when boiling pasta: It will keep the sauce from sticking to the cooked pasta.

4. When you’re going to sauté garlic, slice it rather than mincing it — it’s less likely to burn that way.

5. For safety, put a wine cork on the tip of a knife before putting the knife in a drawer.

Citrus is back!

Calling all producers in the Northern Valleys Are you interested in showing off your produce at a long table lunch put on by the Swan Valleys and Eastern regions Slow Food (that includes us) in September?

Interest is being gauged to hold a three-course luncheon to celebrate the arrival of spring and showcase some of the amazing produce grown here in our region. We are particularly interested in sourcing game meats (which would have to be professionally processed) and anything unusual or unique to the area. You will have an opportunity to speak about your product and why it is special. In line with the Slow Food rationale, all produce must be ‘good, clean and fair’ but does not have to be organic.

The produce will be skillfully prepared into a tantalising menu by Vincenzo Velletri , leader of the SW&ER Slow Food group.

Please contact Tamieka Preston on 041 9902 904 or [email protected] if you would like to be involved.

What a relief to see to all the citrus stalls dotted around the Valleys once again brimming with oranges and mandarines. If, like me, you’ve been refusing to buy oranges imported from the USA (seriously??) then it’s been a while since you’ve been able to indulge in a serious citrus fest.

We know that citrus and citrus products are a rich source of vitamins, minerals and dietary fibre that are essential for normal growth and development and overall nutritional well-being, but more and more research is suggesting that citrus contains compounds that can also help to reduce the risk of many chronic diseases.

There is already considerable evidence that citrus foods may help reduce the risk; or retard the development of; cardiovascular disease, cancer, neural tube defects, anaemia and cataracts as well as there being ongoing studies to monitor its positive effects on bone health, kidney disease, cognitive function and athsma.

Luckily, it tastes fanstasic, so there’s no reason not to hedge your bets. I have already spotted bags of large sweet mandarines at Oversbys on the Great Northern Hwy north of Bindoon (look for the combi) as well as bags of early oranges and large bags of small mandarins at the Bindoon General store and opposite.

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NORTHERN VALLEYS GARDENINGwith Linsey Riddle – Facebook Northern Valleys Gardening

Baby, it’s cold outside!

Aside from the chill, isn’t this a beautiful time of the year in the Northern Valleys? Everything is just so green and lush. After a day in the garden, nothing beats snuggling up in front of a warm fire. Each season brings its own beauty and produce. As the last leaves fall from my deciduous trees, I also love seeing the citrus fruiting in abundance.

One of the standouts in my garden at the moment is my purple fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’). When nearly everything else is losing their leaves, this ornamental grass is stunning. This is an easy to grow, drought and wind tolerant perennial which needs little maintenance once established. The spent foliage can be trimmed back by about two-thirds. They should be planted in a sunny position in well-draining soil and it grows approximately 1-1.4m tall and 60cm-1m wide.

My top tips for this month:

• Take hardwood cuttings of hydrangeas and other bare-leafed shrubs

• Prune deciduous shrubs that don’t flower in spring and also cut back grapevines

• Put your plants to bed and protect them frost by building a protective structure, using bamboo stakes and protective material such as geofabric, hessian or even an old shirt. Watering also helps – so, if it’s a cool, clear night you can water the plant – this will keep the ground warmer and should provide a bit more protection.

• Now is the time to plant your roses as they are dormant and you have the best chance of success. They can be cut back, lifted and transplanted. There are plenty of bare-rooted roses in the nurseries at the moment. Remember to add a layer of straw around the base to protect the stems.

• Vegetables to sow now include brown and red onions, spring onions, broad beans, peas, rhubarb, asparagus, artichokes, cabbages, lettuces, shallots and spinach.

• Plant hippeastrums and lilium bulbs. It’s also a good time to plant camellias and pansies.

• Keep an eye out for caterpillars on Brussels sprouts, cauliflowers and other members of the cabbage family

• Remember to stop, smell the roses, sit back, have a drink and enjoy your hard work!

For more inspirational gardening ideas and advice from locals join my Facebook group. Get local updates, sell, swap or share plants, cuttings and seeds.

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Worm your way into a workshopLearn about worm farming and the City of Swan’s worm farm subsidy at one of the free Thinking Green workshops in June.

City of Swan Mayor Charlie Zannino said residents and ratepayers who attended one of the worm farm workshops would be eligible for a $100 subsidy on the purchase of a worm farm.

“It comes complete with worms, worm castings and a comprehensive instruction booklet,” he said.

“The worm farms, provided by the City of Swan in partnership with The Worm Shed, are valued at $217, but with the subsidy, can be taken home for $117.

“To claim the subsidy, people do need to attend a workshop, but these are all free workshops.”

Ballajura Ward Councillor, Mel Congerton, who proposed the worm farm subsidy to Council, said the worm farms were a practical way that people could make a difference.

“Worm farming is a simple way of converting food scraps and other organic materials into nutrient-rich products for the garden,” he said.

“A worm farm produces worm castings and ‘worm wiz’ which are natural and non-toxic, and as well as contributing to a thriving garden, worm farms also help to reduce waste, improve soil and protect water quality.”

For more information on worm farming, conditions for the subsidy and dates and times for the workshops, visit http://www.swan.wa.gov.au/wormfarm

Small landholder newsWith Jodie Whitfield, Small Landholder Information Service, Department of Agriculture and Food, W.A.

June…halfway through the year and the start of winter. With the cooler temperatures you may notice a decline in pasture growth rates. It may be necessary to move stock from paddocks with low levels of food on offer (FOO), to protect these from overgrazing and ensure good growth rates in spring. In some cases supplementary feeding may be required.

Stock with young will also need to be monitored to ensure they have access to plenty of shelter during inclement weather, this will reduce the risk of animals getting hypothermia. If stock are in an area prone to flooding, waterlogging or without natural or manmade shelter consider moving them if severe weather is forecast.

Now is a great time to clean up your orchard. As the last of the apples are harvested, ensure you pick up any unwanted fruit and start spray programs to reduce carryover of fungal, bacterial and mite issues. Start pruning stone and pome fruit once the last of the leaves have fallen. Leaf fall can be hastened by use of appropriate nutrient foliage sprays.

Damper weather might lead to food spoiling quicker, if you are finding that food is spoiling before you get to use it consider preserving, drying, freezing, cooking or juicing your fresh produce. This will help you save money, reduce throwing out food and enable you to take advantage of seasonal fruit and vegetables.

The best time to plant deciduous fruit trees, like apples, pears and stone fruit, is when they are dormant, in winter. Evergreen fruit trees, like citrus, avocadoes and olives, establish well when planted in autumn, so they have three seasons to develop their root system before the heat of summer.

Slaters are a beneficial creature in the garden however when their numbers explode they can cause damage to your plants. To keep slater numbers to a reasonable level use minimal compost and remove objects which give shelter, such as empty pots and stacks of timber. You may also want to consider putting traps out near vulnerable plants, by hollowing out an orange halve or filling a pot with potato peeling this can lure slaters away from young plants. Or provide a protective barrier by making a collar out of the empty pots.

Our seasonal e-newsletter keeping you on top of what you need to know for the coming season will be emailed out in May. Sign up now at agric.wa.gov.au/small-landholder-information-service-e-newsletter to start receiving your copy.

For more information on other small landholder events, visit our SLIS Facebook page (facebook.com/DAFWAsmalllandholders) or website (agric.wa.gov.au/slis).

Aquaponic workshopA workshop on building an aquaponic system using 1000L Bulky bins will be held on Sunday 28th June 2015 at 9.30am at Reserve Rd, Muchea $50 inc lunch.

Georgina Warden of Permaseed will be running out first course.

Contact Designed to Grow 0413 570 414

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Internet satisfactionThis month I am interested in the level of satisfaction that you have with your internet service. To gauge this and the level of interest in the NBN, I have setup a 10 question survey. The survey is anonymous and aggregated results will be published in my article next month. The survey should only take a couple of minutes. Note that I am not being asked to do this by any 3rd party. I am interested in community sentiment regarding internet services and possible access to NBN in the region. The survey can be accessed from here http://ow.ly/NDvbj

On a related matter, at the ordinary meeting of council on the 20th of May, the Chittering Shire council debated the planning proposal for the NBN tower on Bell Hill Reserve in Bindoon. While the planning officer’s recommendation was to

approve the application, Council decided to split proposal in two motions. The first motion was for the Shire to gain rezoning of that area for telecommunications purposes from the department of Land Administration. If successful, NBN would then need to enter into a lease agreement with the Shire. The second motion included a number of environmental conditions as well as the co-location of the DFES pager service on the tower (which will improve coverage for emergency service pagers). The first motion was defeated with 2 councillors supporting the motion and 5 rejecting it. This meant the planning approval for the NBN tower was rejected. The second motion was no longer relevant but was also defeated 2 to 5. It is not clear what the next step is for the NBN progress. Alternative sites may need to be reviewed or NBN may attempt to take the planning request to a higher authority. Either way the deployment of NBN in the region is going to be delayed. The Bindoon tower is required in order for the NBN network to link between Gingin and Lower Chittering and so a delay to the tower in Bindoon delays the deployment throughout the region. For a full reading of the details (all 44 pages of it!) you can download the minutes from the shire website at chittering.wa.gov.au.

TechTalkwith Daryl du Plessis [email protected]

Gingin District Community Resource Centre secures funding from local bankThe Gingin District Community Resource Centre (CRC) has secured ongoing employment of two staff members for the next five years, thanks to a successful grant application from the Gingin Community Bank® Branch and Lancelin branch.

The loss of income from the impending closure of the Westpac Instore had put staff positions in jeopardy, and in turn, the operational output of the CRC.

Gingin Districts Community Financial Services Ltd (GDCFSL), the Company which operates the Gingin Community Bank® Branch and Lancelin branch, approved to subsidise two staff members at the CRC for the next five years at a total cost of $134,900.

GDCFSL Chairman, David Roe, said providing support to the CRC would have long-term benefits for the entire community and was a perfect project for the community company to support.

“Although this is a substantial injection of

funds into the CRC, it is an indication of the community’s support and the success of our branches,” Mr Roe said.

“We’re proud of our community and extremely proud of the support our community continues to give to the Gingin Community Bank® Branch and Lancelin branch,” he said.

Gingin CRC Manager, Carrie Edwards said the loss of income from the closure of the Westpac Instore was a worrying prospect for the management committee, who had worked so hard to build new partnerships and commence new projects in the community.

“We wouldn’t have been able to maintain our Trainee and Community Service Officer positions, which in turn would have left several gaping service holes, including professional reception coverage, community newspaper production, volunteer support - the list goes on,” Carrie said.

“We’re so delighted that our grant application to the Gingin Community Bank® Branch and Lancelin branch has been successful.

It’s such a wonderful display of support for Gingin CRC and a perfect example of locals supporting locals.”

Pre June 2015 tax planningTrish Murrell CPA. Northern Valleys Tax and Business service

So the Budget has been and the new financial year looms! What are some of the issues to consider for Small Business*?

Items which will have a direct tax impact without direct cash outlay:

• Perform a complete stock take at 30 June 2015. Ensure stock is valued at the lower of cost or net realisable value as at 30 June 2015.

• Review your debtors listing and write any bad debts off prior to 30 June 2015.

• Review your Plant and Equipment listing and write off any equipment which has either been scrapped or has a nil value.

Items which will have a direct tax impact but with a direct cash outlay:

• Bring forward any regular expenses such as stationery, printing, office and computer supplies etc.

• Small businesses* may immediately write-off plant and equipment costing less than $20,000 (excluding GST). This is a significant increase in threshold from $1,000. This applies for

Plant & Equipment purchased from budget night, 13 May 2015 to 30 June 2017.

• If repairs and maintenance are required make these prior to 30 June 2015.

• Any promised donations should be paid by 30 June 2015.

• Ensure all employee superannuation guarantee entitlements are paid by 30 June 2015 to ensure a tax deduction.

• Prepay items under a contract of service (e.g. prepay salary and wages, bonuses and commissions which are due based on service up to 30 June 2015).

• Contribute to superannuation – ensure maximum deductible contribution caps are not exceeded:

-Cap for those aged 48 or less on 30 June 2014 is $30,000 for the 2015FY.

-Cap for those aged 49 years or over on 30 June 2014 is $35,000 for the 2015FY.

*A small business is defined as a business with aggregated turnover of less than $2 million.

The items covered above are general comments only. Should you wish to discuss or clarify any of the items above, with specific reference to your circumstances, please contact Trish Murrell CPA 0438 860022.

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Tax breaks for farmers effective immediatelyOn budget night, the government announced that farmers would be able to deduct the full cost of water facilities and fencing in the year in which they were purchased, and depreciate the cost of fodder storage assets over three years.

However, in the budget papers, those tax breaks were not due to start til the 2016-17 year, meaning farmers wouldn’t see the benefits until their 2017 tax returns.

Farmers said that needed to change, and Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce said he had spoken with Treasurer Joe Hockey about bringing that forward.

In a joint statement released on Wednesday, Mr Hockey and Mr Joyce announced that those changes would now be brought forward and made available immediately.

“Australian farmers can now claim a tax deduction on all capital expenditure on water facilities, fodder storage assets and fencing incurred since the 2015 Budget was

handed down at 7:30pm on 12 May,” the statement said.

“Following broad consultation, stakeholders told us they wanted to get on with building fences, dams and fodder storage as soon as possible.

“Our decision to bring forward the start date of accelerated depreciation for all farmers, regardless of the size of their farm, allows them to prepare for drought and invest in the productivity of their farms immediately.”

The Opposition’s agriculture spokesman Joel Fitzgibbon welcomed the decision to make the tax breaks available immediately, saying that “promising farmers suffering their third year of drought assistance in two years’ time was an insult to them and their families.”

Beyond the water, fodder and fencing concessions, the government says farmers will also benefit from wider small business tax breaks in the budget, including immediate tax write-offs for business purchases of items each worth up to $20,000.

Can a university student help your business?CCIWA are delivering a Workplace Integrated Learning (WIL) program which gives university students the opportunity to participate in work experience for 100 hours.

WIL is a Work Integrated Learning student studying a business-related degree at university who can assist with an activity that you may not have the time or resources to otherwise complete.

WIL students can undertake 100-hour projects or activities relevant to their learning area, as part of their course requirement, and can help your business in the process.

WIL could be:

An accounting student improving accounts payable processes…

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An international business student looking at trade entry points with China…

An adviser will help you define appropriate projects for the students to work on, liaise with the university to find you a suitable student and provide on-going phone support throughout the placement. This is a free service.

For further information about Work Integrated Learning opportunities, please contact CCI’s Work Integrated Learning advisory service on (08) 9365 7515 or email [email protected].

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Invitation — business Entrepreneurship workshop for womenYou are invited to a free forum and workshop to help you get the tools to bring your ideas to life.

Presented by the Department of Local Government and Communities, in partnership with the Small Business Development Corporation, you will hear from inspirational business women, get tips on starting your own business and network with like-minded aspiring entrepreneurs.

Minister for Women’s Interests Liza Harvey MLA will open the Aspiring Entrepreneurship Forum. Three inspirational business women will share their secrets to success followed by a question and answer session. This forum is limited to 100 women.

Forum:

Friday 19 June 2015

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The promise of riches is great but the road is not without it’s challenges.

Best practice models around the world show success can be achieved by on the ground local collaboration to ensure adequate funding, branding and supply.

We can find inspiration by the work of others such at the Southern Forests Food Council who appointed their inaugural Committee of Management in October 2012. With the establishment of the Food Council and the completion of a regional brand, their focus is now on creating awareness and educating local, national, and international markets on the quality and diversity of the region’s produce.

The Southern Forests believe this work will see the region firmly established as one of the premier food production regions in the world.

We hope to secure speakers from other regional groups to share their success stories and help us on our regional road to riches.

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Check that load - new ‘Chain of Responsibility’ lawsThe Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) is alerting small businesses involved in transporting goods by road, to be aware of their responsibilities in regard to new laws now in place.

The ‘Chain of Responsibility’ laws, effective from 27 April 2015, have been designed particularly for heavy haulage transport in all states; but also apply to small businesses in Western Australia.

Anyone transporting goods via a car, ute, van or other light vehicle, ranging from consumers, couriers, tow truck drivers, spare parts deliverers through to manufacturers and freight-forwarders will be affected by the new laws.

SBDC CEO, David Eaton says while the safe loading and transporting of goods by road is not a new concept, the increased distribution of responsibility across all

parties involved in the ‘chain’ is a new development in the transportation of goods.

Put simply, it means that anyone who has control in the transport chain can be held legally accountable if by action, inaction, coercion or inducement, they cause or contribute to road safety breaches.

The Commissioner says each party has a responsibility to abide by the law, manage risks and ensure road safety is not compromised.

“It’s to be hoped that sharing the responsibility and increasing awareness of safety throughout the transport process, will result in the elimination of many preventable accidents,” Mr Eaton said. Failure to restrain a load correctly can result in legal action against any or all persons involved, with fines of up to $1000.

“Now is a good time to review internal systems and procedures to ensure they are sufficiently robust to satisfy the requirements of the new laws,” Mr Eaton said.

Visitor centre funding to drive regional tourismRegional visitor centres will share in $4.2 million in State Government funding to help them adapt their businesses to the changing tourism landscape.

Acting Tourism Minister Helen Morton said visitor centres made a vital contribution to the tourism industry but many struggled financially because people had changed the way they accessed booking agents and information.

“Visitor centres offer tried and true local knowledge, and those who use them tend to stay longer and spend more money in a region, but the pattern of visitor traffic and interaction is changing,” Mrs Morton said.

“Many regional visitor centres have found their traditional sources of revenue are drying up as more people book accommodation and tours online, so there’s a recognition that their business needs to adapt to remain viable.”

Mrs Morton said that under the Regional Visitor Centre Sustainability Grant Program, supported by Tourism WA and Royalties for Regions, the State Government was investing in projects to

help make the centres more sustainable.

“The projects could include developing a cafe to provide another stream of revenue, creating smart phone apps or digital kiosks, opening seasonal pop-up centres to help reduce operating costs or new signage to increase foot traffic,” she said.

Regional Development Minister Terry Redman said the Royalties for Regions investment was all part of strengthening Western Australia’s regional tourism.

“This investment will help regional visitor centres modify their business model to be more sustainable in the current market and, in turn, create employment prospects for local residents,” Mr Redman said.

“Once you can do that, you also provide social and economic opportunities for people to live and work in the regions.

“Tourism development is important for regional WA and I look forward to seeing successful visitor centres showcasing the best of our regions.”

Applications close 5pm, August 31, 2015.

Accredited visitor centres or local government authorities can apply for grants between $10,000 and $100,000; non-accredited centres working towards accreditation can apply for grants between $10,000 and $40,000.

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PONDERINGSBy Alex Douglas

I am always bemused by the characters in movies, hitmen, gangsters and such, who kill someone and claim it’s not personal, just business. It leaves me with an uneasy feeling that Hollywood doesn’t really know what the word really means - “personal”, that is! In life, we are constantly advised not to take things too personally and there is some wisdom in there somewhere – and yet…!

Life frequently afflicts us in ways that feel terrible, but are really quite impersonal. Being struck by lightning, or being bitten by a rabid sloth, even having a casino fall on you during an earthquake may all seem like your being got at, but unless you believe in some form of malignant deity or fate, you have to admit that it stinks, but it just ain’t personal! After all, insurance companies don’t take Acts of God personally. And even when real life human beings are involved, it doesn’t mean that it’s personal! Acts of war or the many other disasters caused by mankind’s endless stupidity and incompetence; assorted plagues and diseases, both physical and mental; even poverty, may ruin lives by the thousand, but seldom target individuals, so they cannot be considered personal – even though it’s pretty hard to accept that if you’re on the receiving end of any of them!

Things don’t really get personal until we come down to an individual level - the “person” bit of “personal”, if you like. It requires that particular people can be identified as afflicting you or yours on a personal level. Then, when you feel that you, or yours, can safely assume that you’re the target of the aforementioned afflicting, you can decide just how personally you wish to take it! And therein lies the crunch. It’s our choice how we react to the perceived personal assault; and it doesn’t have to come from the

bloke next door! I recently heard someone make the statement that it’s not personal if we are lied to by our politicians, because it’s just politics. I may be naïve, but I would have thought that pollies are the folk we most need to speak the truth to us. Many moons ago, in a western novel of all things, I came across some words that struck me as important. “There is no greater honour that a man can be given than to be entrusted with the governance of his people; nor can he sink lower than to abuse that trust.” Stirring words for a cowboy hero, methinks, but they stuck with me. That’s why I choose, repeat choose, to take it personally when those we have put in power choose to lie to us – and write it off as “just politics”!

Actually, when deciding what to take to heart, I’m a firm believer in the old adage concerning sticks and stones. If the urge comes upon you to chuck a few insults at me, feel free. Get the dirty water off your chest and you’ll feel all the better for it! I promise I won’t take it personally! I’ve been called a short, fat, ugly Pom, all of which are perhaps true, but my dogs love me and I value their opinion above anyone who sees only my obvious faults and fails to recognise the beauty within; I have been accused of being grumpy, or even aggressive, but it’s actually only an act to defend myself against those who would seek to take advantage of my naturally warm and fuzzy disposition. In short, I choose not to take personally the outlandish ravings of anyone who is too blind to see the true wonder of the

The Blame GameProverbs 19 v 1 Better a poor man whose walk is blameless, than a fool whose lips are perverse.The blame game started with Adam and Eve, not my fault your are to blame! In recent times the blame game seems to penetrate into all walks of life. Every news item seems to have an element of blame, after the first sentence. Fortunes are won and lost on decisions on who is to blame. How refreshing it would be to see some one stand up and say, I was wrong, I take the full blame and responsibility” I consider this to be one of the biggest challenges in our day to day live. It is a principle that I have failed to follow although I am mindful of it we have a natural tendency to be on the defensive even on small issues.Recently I have been mentoring an up and coming writer/historian, I collaborated with him on a small historical publication that was released at a function recently. We were joint authors, his expertise was in providing information on

names that we were honouring, my role was in putting it all together. I was bailed up by a rather irate man because we had left his wife off the honours. To my horror I started to say that I did not do that part, even as the words came out, I realised what I was saying, I was shifting the blame.On a recent walk I met a guy whose job was to monitor noise and dust complaints on a new tunnel that is being built across the city. His company opted not to go into legal consultation on the issues, a personal visit to check the problem out was nine times out of ten followed by immediate action to clean the hose or reduce the noise. Accepting the blame has saved this company thousands of dollars in legal fees.You see with the best intentions we can fall down in our every day life. As a test try and live one day in not shifting the blame, I bet you would not last till lunch time.Tony Webb former Editor of the Chittering Times.

WORDLINESS by XIV

How does one get to become a Lady? (Note the capital). Well there are various ways. First, you can have the title Lady before your first name, if your father is a duke or an earl. Second, you can be married to a knight. But - if you choose not to adopt your husband’s name, you can’t be a Lady. Women taking their husband’s name when marrying is tradition but not legally compulsory; so if Ms White weds Sir Algernon Green and chooses to remain Ms White, she can never become a Lady. She only becomes

Lady Green if she adopts that surname. If they divorce, she can retain the title as long as she retains his surname, but not if she reverts to her maiden name or remarries and adopts her new husband’s name. If Sir Algernon remarries, his new wife may assume the title, if she takes his surname, so there could actually be two Lady Greens trotting about. (There were once two Duchesses of Westminster and two Duchesses of Marlborough running loose at the same time!) Sadly, though the female equivalent of a knight is a Dame, a Dame’s husband gets to be Mister – and nought else!

RAINFALL DATA Recorded at 150 Bindoon-Moora Road, Bindoon

2014/2015

this month 32 years Ave

Rainfall

Progressive total

Rain days mm Rain days mm

Month this mth

Last year

this month

Last year

this year

Last year

this year

Last year

June 8 7 97.6 12.4 93.3 33 35 259.1 190.1

July 18 11 128.9 93.2 113.5 51 46 388.0 283.3

August 9 15 56.0 139.7 87.2 60 61 444.0 423.0

September 12 19 65.0 136.9 62.9 72 80 509.0 559.9

October 8 8 39.3 16.7 31.3 80 88 548.3 576.6

November 5 2 15.8 3.2 19.5 85 90 564.1 579.8

December 1 1 0.2 2.5 11.2 86 91 564.3 582.3

January 0 2 0.0 0.9 14.3 0 2 0 0.9

February 3 1 31.1 0.5 13.4 3 3 31.1 1.4

March 7 1 23.3 3.5 15.6 10 4 54.4 4.9

April 7 5 35 49.2 22.5 17 9 89.4 54.1

May 5 16 62.8 107.4 77 22 25 152.2 161.5

561.5mm annual average rainfall for 31 years 1984 to 2014

HOLy tRINIty PARISH NEW NORCIA Sunday 7 June 10.00am. Parish Council MeetingSunday 5th July 10.40-11.30am. eConference DVD: Pope Francis: Modelling the Ministry of St Peter by Archbishop Costello. Saturday 25th July 9.30– 3.00pm. Women’s Reflection Day Facilitators: Sr. Leonie Mayne rsj. Sr. Kathleen Dawe rsj.

Wednesdays – (3 meetings) 12th Aug, 16th Sept. & 14th Oct. 9.30am. – 11.30 am. Reflection/Discussion Mornings.All welcome.Contact: Sr.therese Denny: 0427600526 mob. Email: [email protected] Sunday 6th December 10.00a.m. Parish Council Meeting 11.30a.m. Annual Parish Luncheon.

special, glorious person that is me! Again I repeat, I so choose!

I will however, take it personally if you lie to me, especially in the blatant manner so many people do, which insults my intelligence. Likewise, I have stressed that I consider the right to choose is vital. I will take it very personally if you interfere in my right to choose my words, my beliefs, my friends, my wardrobe or my breakfast menu. Likewise my barber, mechanic, doctor, dentist, vet, grocer, or even butler, if I decide I want one. Generations of my family have fought and bled (we are a clan of old bleeders) to maintain my right to make choices. So I feel obliged to keep on making them.

Thanks for your time.

THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH Tony Webb, former editor Chittering Times

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HypertensionEveryone has blood pressure. It is the pressure of blood against the walls of your blood vessels (arteries) as the heart pumps blood around your body. Your blood pressure will increase and decrease depending on what you are doing. When you are exercising, nervous or stressed your blood pressure will increase. Your blood pressure will decrease when you are sitting or sleeping. However, if your blood pressure remains high, even when you are resting and relaxed, you may have high blood pressure (or hypertension).

A National Heart Foundation survey completed in 2010 found one-in-three Australians aged 30–65 years had been told by a doctor that they have high blood pressure. This means that 3.5 million Australians have high blood pressure. Therefore, hypertension is very common and the number of both men and women with high blood pressure increases steadily with age.

Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg). Your blood pressure is recorded as two figures, for example 120 over 80 (120/80). The top number is the pressure in the arteries when the heart squeezes blood out during each beat. The lower number is the pressure in the arteries when the heart rests between each heartbeat. It is best to measure blood pressure when you are relaxed, and sitting or lying down.

Normal blood pressure is generally less than 120/80 mmHg, normal-to-high blood pressure is between 120/80 and 140/90 mmHg and high blood pressure is greater than 140/90 mmHg and if you have blood pressure above 180/110 mmHg, your blood pressure is very high.

High blood pressure (hypertension) increases your chance of developing heart disease, a stroke, blood vessel disease and other serious conditions. Generally, the higher the blood pressure, the greater the health risk.

There are often no symptoms or signs of high blood pressure – you can have high blood pressure and feel well.

Certain factors can increase the risk of serious problems associated with high blood pressure including smoking, having high blood cholesterol, being overweight and having diabetes.

Treatment for hypertension often includes lifestyle changes. These changes may include losing weight (if overweight), regular physical activity, a healthy diet, cutting back if you drink a lot of alcohol, stopping smoking, a low-salt diet and reduced caffeine intake. If needed, medicine can lower blood pressure.

It is very important to have your blood pressure checked regularly by a health professional, such as a pharmacist. Bindoon Pharmacy and Gingin Pharmacies both offer blood pressure-testing services. The pharmacists and pharmacy assistants can take your blood pressure using easy-to-use, painless blood pressure machines. They will check your blood pressure in a quiet, non-threatening environment, explain your readings, offer advice on how to lower and maintain lower blood pressure and refer you to a doctor if further testing is required.

To help you keep track of your blood pressure at home, you can now purchase an Omron 7121 blood pressure machine from Bindoon or Gingin Pharmacy for just $99 (normally $129.95) during June when you mention this article.

You can get more detailed information on hypertension from the Self Care Fact Cards titled High blood pressure, Exercise and the heart, Weight and health, and Smoking available from Bindoon and Gingin Pharmacy.

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Gingin is among 450 country towns who will find it easier to attract doctors under an overhauled GP Rural Incentives Program (GPRIP).

Federal Member for Pearce, Christian Porter, said a revamped and much fairer GPRIP would mean smaller rural communities would be able to more easily attract and retain GPs.

“The new GPRIP system will deliver a fairer system; redirecting money to attract more doctors to smaller towns that have genuine difficulty attracting and retaining doctors,” he said.

“I’m pleased that Gingin will benefit from these changes as I know that GP shortages are an issue in the area.

“It made no sense that under the Labor system, some $50 million a year was being used to pay incentives for doctors to live in 14 large regional cities, including Townsville (population 175,000) and Cairns (population 145,000) while places like Gingin were suffering.

“For decades, small rural towns in Pearce have struggled to attract enough doctors. I have spoken with many constituents who have had to drive as far as Perth

just to see a doctor - this change will help tackle GP shortages in regional Pearce.”

The highest incentive paid to work in remote Australia will jump from $47,000 a year to $60,000 a year. The maximum incentive to work in a town of less than 5,000 in regional Australia will increase from $18,000 to $23,000.

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New medical school to help with doctor shortage in local communitiesThe Federal Member for Pearce, Christian Porter, says he is delighted that the Curtin Medical School in Midland has been given the green light by the Coalition and WA State

Government.

Mr Porter has been a strong advocate of the medical school, which will have a wide reaching benefit, particularly for those living in regional areas on the outskirts of Perth and into the Wheatbelt.

“This is a project I have been supporting for some time because I know the enormous potential it has to encourage regional students in Pearce into a medical career and for those students to go back and service regional and rural-metropolitan communities,” Mr Porter said.

“The school will contribute to supporting the health needs of the Western Australian community and rural locations will be serviced by well qualified, highly-trained health professionals.”

Mr Porter said the Coalition would commit about $20million toward the project, the State Government would provide about $22million and Curtin University would fund the remaining project of at least $60million.

“Western Australia has fewer doctors per head of population than the rest of Australia,” Mr Porter said.

“About 38 per cent of our doctors are trained overseas, compared to a figure of 26 per cent nation-wide.”

Curtin University will offer a new five-year undergraduate, direct-entry medical programme that will select and train students to work in areas of need around Western Australia.

When the school reaches full capacity in 2022, it will provide 110 new places per year.

The Western Australian Government will ensure that these students receive the further training they require once they have completed their medical school studies. It will provide new clinical training and supervision, internships and specialist training places for all students of the new school. This will be in addition to current training and internships provided to students of other medical schools in Western Australia.

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• Free Quoting• 24hr service• Blocked drains • New houses • Maintenance

Noel Russell

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• Machinery Glazing• Insurance Work

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stan’s mowinglawn-mowing & Handyman

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Project & Contracts managementPlanning & SchedulingTenders & Contract PreparationRise & Fall Claims prepared and resolvedKerry thomlennard management0419 945 [email protected]

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Thank you To all the people that came to the funeral service of my darling wife Freeda at the Bindoon Town Hall. I appreciate and thank you all for

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Above: Freeda Ward at the Upper Chittering Brigade Station at the 50th Anniversary, April 2013. 

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As directed by the Commissioner of Soil and Land Conservation.

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will be held on

Thursday 25th June 2015, at Lowery Park Hall, Chittering Gardens, Bullsbrook. Time:

7.00pm.

Nominations to join the North Swan LCD Committee will be

called for at this meeting.

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For more information, please contact Anne Janes, Secretary on 9571 1589 or apply in writing to

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GOODBYE MR S.Kevin Brady - Principal Gingin District High School

Mr Hugh Schoonhoven, our long serving primary teacher and a stalwart of this school for many years, passed away on Monday, 11 May. “Schoony” was loved by staff, students and parents alike, and worked tirelessly for the benefit of students. He was an active participant in many school camps and excursions, including high school Country Week, and he was always willing to help out with anything that was happening at school.

Most lunch times, Hugh would be found down at the oval, playing soccer with the students. Despite numerous knocks and falls, large numbers of students would congregate on the oval each lunch time to “play soccer with Mr S.”

Hugh’s single criteria for making a supreme effort was: “would it be good for the kids?” This was the principle that guided him throughout his teaching career. Regardless of the time or energy that was required, Hugh was there if he thought that the students would benefit. This is what made him such an amazing teacher.

Hugh demanded high standards in his classroom. No student was allowed to fail, and no student could get away with ‘just the bare minimum’. But Hugh made it fun; and he made it so that everyone could achieve. He attained some of

the highest NAPLAN results we have had in the school, because in the end he taught a rigorous curriculum to the highest level, and scaffolded the learning for students to get to where they needed to be.

Hugh was sarcastic and negative with his students, and they loved him for it! They thrived when he gave them a funny put down or criticised their looks or their work. They knew that Hugh would crawl over broken glass for his students, and because of that, they would reciprocate the favour.

Hugh was also the most frustrating teacher! He would never follow the required rules, never meet deadlines, and would invariably do things that meant we ended up having to do more paperwork to cover what he had done! But the school was a better place for having him here, and so we forgave him.

Hugh arrived at the school twelve years ago in 2003 from Katanning Primary School. For those twelve years the school has been privileged to have Hugh’s hard work and skill. We will all miss him.

Service for Hugh SchoonhovenThe funeral for Hugh Schoonhoven was both emotional and uplifting. I would like to congratulate Sharon Miller and Marg Massam for their work in helping to organise the funeral and bring so many people together to celebrate Hugh’s contribution to our school and community.

The School Council has decided to recognise Hugh’s contribution to the school by naming the school oval the “Hugh Schoonhoven Oval.” Hugh spent a great deal of his time on the school oval, playing soccer with students, walking his dogs or at athletics and sports carnivals. Gingin Men’s Sheds have created a sign that will be placed at the oval to recognise Hugh.

Community snippetsCan you help?

The St Ildephonsus Old Boy¹s are seeking willing workers

to help with the maintenance of the New Norcia Olive

Grove. Volunteers are needed for two weeks in July for

pruning. Training, meals and accommodation provided.

Please call Laurie Watson on 0418 422

225 or the New Norcia office on 9654 8018

CWA Thank CommunityThe Chittering Bindoon CWA branch would like to thank the community of Chittering for once again supporting our Mothers Day Cake Stall which was held on Saturday 9th May. We would also like to thank management of Bindoon IGA for their support and allowing us to hold our stall in front of their store.

Congratulations to the winners of our raffle, Vicki Humfry, Fred Hoogland and Jodie Mortadza.

Bindoon Retirees Bindoon Retirees outing in late April was a train ride to Mandurah, and a look in the shops, especially the English Sweetshop, then lunch. All the members enjoyed the day, such a change from the normal bus journeys.

The Fashion Parade held on the 4th May was very successful. All the ladies enjoyed browsing the racks of clothes and buying something new from Kerry D Fashions.

Please make a note in your diaries the Summer Fashion Parade is on the 16th November 2015, A great time to buy those Christmas presents. Tell all your friends, and you can book a table if you wish.

Bindoon Retirees meet every Monday at 1.30 pm. In the Chinkabee Complex Great Northern Highway. Why not come and join us for a friendly cup of tea.

If transport is a problem you can be picked up, by contacting the President Lois Jones 95760451. or the Secretary Jane Righton 95761532.

The next outing is on 24th June when we will be going to Jurien Bay.

Obituary HuGH SCHOONHOVEN18th June 1950 - 11th May 2015

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Score a goal! Register for Sporting SchoolsThe Federal Member for Pearce, Christian Porter, is urging all local primary schools, clubs and coaches into sign up to Sporting Schools, the Coalition Government’s new initiative to get more kids active and healthy.

Mr Porter said the Coalition was tackling the activity levels and the health of children across the country with the before, during and after school hours Sporting Schools program to be rolled out in July.

“Registering as a school or coach is easy via the Sporting School’s website and once completed, schools and coaches can access online resources and materials to deliver tailored sport programs,” Mr Porter said.

“The $100 million Sporting Schools program will become Australia’s largest school-based participation program reaching more than 850,000 children in primary schools nation-wide.

“By using the windows of opportunity before, during and after school, we are making the most of schools, resources and the time available to get primary school children outdoors, playing sport and having fun, developing social skills and improving their health.

“Registrations should be done now if schools or coaches want to kick start their sporting program for term three this year.”

Over the course of the initiative, more than 5,700 schools will be funded through Sporting Schools for practical delivery of sports activities that suit their individual needs.

Later this month, registered schools will be able to apply for grants on the Sporting Schools website. More information on Sporting Schools can be found at www.sportingschools.gov.au

The new interactive Sporting Schools website was launched in conjunction with the Government’s new national approach to improving participation in sport.

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ADRA Bindoon Op Shop Open each morning Sunday-Friday(Closed Sat) Market last Sunday each month Dawn & Bob Blizard

9576 0085 or 0429 209 264

Bindoon Arts and Crafts Pat Beard email: [email protected]

9576 1325 0427 682 296

Bindoon Basketball teena Leuba 0429942032

Bindoon Bowling Club Sandra Clarke 9576 1444

Bindoon and District Ag Society Meets 3rd Monday of each month at 7.30pm in the Society Office, northern end of oval.

[email protected]

0457103 033

Bindoon Community Progress Association

7.30pm 3rd tues of month in Ag Society Rm. Rin Rutherford (Pres) Lance Stagbouer (Secretary) 9576 2001

Bindoon Districts Historical Society

Meets 2nd tuesday of each month 2pm in the Museum- Don Gibson 9576 1090

Bindoon Men’s Shed Inc. First and third tuesday at the Museum 10.00am to 1.00pmRex thorpe John Williams

0448 793 513 0439 937 829

Bindoon Sporting and Rec Assn Meets 2nd Monday of each month at 8pm at Chinkabee. Gail Smith 9655 9046

Bindoon P and C Assn Meets every 3rd tuesday of each month in the Bindoon Primary School Staff room, trish Shemeld 042 729 0048

Bindoon Play Group Meets every Friday at Chinkabee 9.30am-12pm Belinda Martin 0429 180 245

Bindoon Range Pony Club Ros Maindock 95760285

Bindoon RSL George Ferguson 9576 1046

Bindoon Retirees Lois Jones (President) Joy Askew (Secretary)

9576 0451 9576 0262

Bindoon Rifle Club Colin Clarkson (Captain) Dave Mann (Secretary)

9576 0772 9296 0103

Bindoon Sing Australia Meets Mon nights in the town Hall from 7-9pm yvonne Press 9576 1409

BIndoon tennis Club thursday evenings at 6:30pm, Chinkabee courts. Ph Vivienne du Plessis 0420 352 958

Bindoon theatre Group Alex Douglas 9576 1154

Bindoon Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade

Meets 1st Wed every second month at 7pm in the Fire StationCaptain Fred Hoogland. 0422 228 415

Bullsbrook Football Club (Seniors) Rory Bennett 0432 872 931

Bullsbrook Senior Citizens John thompson (President) 9571 3129

Chequers Golf Club Open 7 days a week. Visitors welcome. [email protected] 9571 1277

Chittering Visitors Centre Open 7 days a week. Volunteers welcome 9576 1100

Chittering Scout Group Meets thursdays at the Lower Chittering Hall. Scouter in Charge is Sue Budd 0403 852 333

Chittering Junior Football Club Kevin Smith 0428 929 120

Chittering Junior Cricket ClubIan Claxon 0409 087 917

Chittering Wildlife Carers Inc Ann Graham (injured wildlife) Secretary - Karen Derrick

9576 1010 0417 518 958

Country Women’s Association Chittering Bindoon Branch

Meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10am in the Bindoon town Hall. Contact Delyse Ward (Branch President) 0427 690759

Chamber of Commerce Jackie Shervington Pres Angela Anspach Secretary

0419045783 0419 043 960

Gingin Arts and Crafts Group Irene Dewar email: [email protected]. 0427 752 348

Gingin/Chittering Lions 2nd Mon of month at 6.30pm, Bowling club, Gingin. 4th Mon of month at 6.30pm at St John Ambulance Rooms, Bindoon. Pat Elliot 9575 2316

Gingin Freemasons Lodge Bob Blizard 9576 0085

Gingin Bowling club tom Cabassi 9575 2342

Gingin tennis Club Nicole Hendry 9575 3043

Gingin Football Club Rodney Hannagan 9575 2339

Gingin Pensioners Social Club 9575 2245

Gingin P & C Assoc 9575 2249

Muchea Senior Cricket Club Shane Angel 0408 674 643

Muchea Netball Fran Bryant 9571 4168

Muchea Judo Club Inc Meets every tues at Muchea Hall Ann 9576 1497

Muchea Vol Bushfire Brigade Secretary Christine PantonEmail: [email protected] 0439 624 623

Pearce Community toy Library Open Fridays 9.30am – 11.30am 9571 7491

South Midlands Polocrosse Club Jenny Hall 9571 4362

South Midlands Pony Club Julie Drummond 0418 714 107

Wannamal Community Centre Julie taylor 9655 7013

Wannamal Indoor Bowls Keith Cunningham 9655 7070

Wannamal tennis Club Donelle Martin 9655 7013

Do we have your club here? Are the contact details correctly listed?

if not please let us know so we can update this list asap! email [email protected] or call 0419 045 783

community groups Which wellies did you wear?

The Bindoon P & C soup kitchen

The ever popular Lions Club train

Learning how to spin platesThe Western Hay Muddy Maze was awesome fun for all

Enjoying the Western Hay Muddy Maze at Wear Ya Wellies, Bindoon on Sunday 24 May

Erica, Hannah, Wesley and Jaiden

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The cubs and scouts picked up numerous bags full of rubbish along Cockram and Honeycomb Roads, getting ready for the British Car Day. I don’t think that we need to see another orange rubbish bag for a long time.

Sadly the British car day was a bit of a wash and the rain didn’t give us much of a break, but the climbing wall was still a huge success. The rain really didn’t dampen the spirits of those wishing to take on the challenge of making it to the top to ring the bell. Many thanks go to Gloria, Jane W, Heath and Jacqui for harnessing up the many climbers. Heath was a little monkey and ran up the wall several times, but I think the pièce de résistance was our final climber. Yes, Gloria this is you, and Gloria even managed to make it all the way to the top and ring the bell. GOOD JOB!! Thanks to everyone who supported us with our Tombola in the hall. We will see you all again next year.

We had an exciting Phillipines night where we ate Phillipino food and learnt a lot about the country. We had a Boodle Feast which is a military style of eating where the food is placed down the centre of long tables on banana leaves and you all stand along the table and eat with your fingers. The best bit was Lezter, one of our Philippine scouts had his Mum bring us in some lovely home-cooked Phillipino food; adobe chicken (a national dish) and pork mince. Thank you so much. This was yummy. You can definitely come back again!!

One of our scouts, Lauren Ball, has just returned from a 10 day trip to the Philippines with the Ticket to Life street kids and I’m sure she will have many stories to tell us when she comes back to scouts on Monday night. We thought of you Lauren on your trip this is why we had our very own Philippine night.

Heath Taylor along with the Gingin

scouts are trying to raise funds for the Nepal earthquake victims, as this has become quite a special place in Heath’s heart from his recent trip to Nepal in January of this year. Please call Jane (0417175882) if anyone would like to donate a few dollars to this very needy, worthy cause and the money will be taken to Nepal and given to the scout leader in Nepal who has been instrumental in getting shelter, blankets, foods and medical supplies to remote parts of Nepal. Let’s dig deep into our hearts for those less fortunate than ourselves.

The cubs have just had a weekend away on the Sixer and Second workshop learning how to be good leaders for their packs back at Gingin. Well done to you all and I hope you had a fantastic time. Other exciting things the cubs have been doing is learning all about the Australian flag and coat of arms. Did you know that the kangaroo and emu are the only animals that can’t walk backwards? They are also taking on the wilds of the Gingin bush and navigating their way around without getting lost!!

The leaders and venturer Heath have just taken part in a Pioneer Course where we learnt everything to do with rope tying, knots and construction. We made chariots Flintstone style, Rope Bridge and lots more wild and wonderful inventions. All in all it was a great weekend. No scouts or cubs just the big Kids!!

Heath has also been doing an Adventurous Activities course where he has been abseiling and even got to come down the rope backwards; followed by a weekend of navigation; and the last weekend is doing his canoe charge. So lots of excitement for him. He will be a great help to the scout section with our canoes. Finally we will be able to get them wet!!

“Talk to a Mate”Men’s Wellbeing WACFL Round

The Regional Men’s Health Initiative partnership with the West Australian Country Football League (WACFL) to sponsor a round of football enters its second year. This partnership brings us into contact with 25 football associations and 150 senior country football leagues and helps deliver our key message to a younger demographic of men (predominately aged 16-40) throughout regional WA. The “Talk to a Mate” Men’s Wellbeing Round will be held over the weekend of 13th and 14th June 2015.

Why is this Important?

It is important for us to talk about issues in our life and/or tell our story so we understand that we are not alone and that it is safe to chat. As blokes we quite often isolate ourselves and don’t talk to anyone about our stuff. One of the problems we have is we don’t identify who our true mates are in the good times. This can then lead to isolation and loneliness in bad times.

Who are our Mates?

We say as blokes we have three broad categories of mates who we can talk to about our personal stuff. These usually come under the categories of a mentor, a partner or a peer. These mates are more often than not different from the associates and mates that we play sport with and/or socialise with. How many blokes do you know that have no one to

talk to?

What is the benefit of talking to a Mate?

It’s about sharing our story and realising the value of just talking and in appreciating that there are other men out there experiencing similar things (we are not alone). I have never met a bloke yet that hasn’t wanted to tell his story (no matter what the issue) and sometimes we just need the right environment.

Men are hardwired to be “problem solvers” and we like to work alone. We often have an attitude that if we disclose we have a few problems someone will exploit our problem or weakness.

It is well known that problems shared are often problems halved. Helping men to overcome isolation (by disclosing issues) helps build resilience and can therefore lower the chances of us becoming completely overwhelmed when difficulties and disappointments head our way.

As men we need to encourage help seeking behaviour and be prepared to be the one to “Talk to a Mate” when we know he is down or experiencing difficulties. It isn’t rocket science and it does work.

“Talk to a Mate” Men’s Wellbeing Round will be over the weekend 13th and 14th June 2015.

Get down and support your local football team, become involved and remember …before it all gets too much …Talk to a Mate!!

So what have our cubs and scouts been up to this month?

Matthew Taylor (Wannamal) and Jack Watson (Muchea) who have played football all of their Junior football at Chittering Broncos have made the AFL State 18s Squad.

They both currently play in the WAFL Colts with Matt being the Captain of the Perth Colts and Jack playing for Swan Districts Colts. Jack is vice captain for the AFL State 18’s.

The WA State team started off the 2015 championships in style Saturday 23rd May with a thrilling one-point win at Lathlain Park over a South

Australian side that is shooting for a third straight Division 1 title. However the WA team were unable to back up its stunning start to the 2015 AFL National 18s Championships with Vic Country recording a 105-point victory at Medibank Stadium on Sunday.

However, the Black Swans came up short last Sunday at Leederville’s Medibank Stadium with Vic Country kicking the first five goals of the match and going on to eventually win 21.18 (144) to 5.9 (39).

Our local lads make the state 18s Congratulations Matthew and Jack

Matthew Taylor Jack Watson

Flinstone Chariot

Free JUNIOR GOLF COACHINGOn 17th June 2015 at 3.30pm

The Gingin Golf Club is having a coaching session for all juniors wishing to learn or improve their golf.

Danielle Montgomery from the Carramar Golf Course will be conducting a 1 hour free coaching clinic at the Gingin Golf Course. Anyone interested please contact Kerry

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Local talent tops Mullewa MusterTamieka Preston

Many of our talented local riders dominated the results board against some of Australia’s top cowboys and cowgirls at the Mullewa Muster and Rodeo held on 30 May. An estimated 3-4000 spectators flooded the tiny town of Mullewa east of Geraldton to watch the action.

Now running for the fourth year, local organising committee member, Jane Parker said the rodeo benefitted the whole town and the community. With profits raised going back into the event, this year the committee was able to finalise a permanent arena – improving

riding conditions and becoming a community asset for years to come.

In the ring, Gingin local Wade McCarthy showed off the style which won him the title of National Bullriding Champion by taking out Champion Bullrider of the day. A full-time boilermaker, the 27 year old was nursing a few injuries after the weekend but has his sights set firmly on his next big competition in Rockhampton, Queensland.

The newly-married Wade, who is a fourth generation rodeo rider, says balance and mental focus are essential for success in dangerous pursuit of bullriding.

In the Juniors, thirteen year old Hunta Gallacher, a Year 8 student at Bullsbrook College, well and truly kept up with the boys placing second in the Under 18 Junior Breakaway to seasoned competitor Dylan Ruff. She managed to just beat her older brother Trey, winner of the Under 18 Steer ride, into third place, with fourth going to Jack Collins in the close competition.

Hunta also placed second in the U14 Barrel race, riding a new horse she trained herself. The action was captured in this amazing photo above taken by Richard Hathaway. Jack Collins and

Bindoon rider Maddison Hebbard were not far behind.

Dylan’s brother Joel continued the winning streak of the Bully riders by topping the U14 Steer ride. Looks like some of these young riders could make our region the rodeo center in years to come.

Local rough riders Laurance Oversby and Justin Edwards also both placed highly in the bullriding and steer wrestling. We’ll be looking forward to seeing them all compete again a bit closer to home at the Bindoon Show Rodeo in October.

Hunta Gallacher in the Barrel race on Slyder. Photo Richard Hathaway.