Murray Community

Newspaper
14 James Street Pinjarra WA 6208 Ph.: 08 9531 2298 Fax: 08 9531 2541 Email: admin@mhr.org.au

MAY 2016 ISSUE NUMBER: 236 (for free digital copies please contact admin@mhr.org.au)

Many of us have perhaps walked or driven past the Uniting Church at the corner of
Pinjarra Road and George Street over the past 20 Years and noticed the activity on
the front lawn there on a Saturday in April. Various goods, cakes, jams, clothes, knickknacks and pieces of furniture and more on trestles up for sale. And I guess many of
us have ventured in to make a purchase.
This year I was invited by Olive, the events treasurer, to come and find out what this
is all about. I was surprised to find out that the proceeds from the sale of these donated goods are given to the Pinjarra Chaplaincy Fund,( the barometer of this fund is
printed each month in this publication.) The fund is used to meet expenses to keep
the Chaplaincy going in Pinjarra High, Pinjarra Primary and Carcoola Primary schools.
This important work by the chaplains is not just about religion but support for pupils in
these schools in times of distress, family problems and many other problems that they may
encounter during their school life that is not the
sole responsibility of teaching staff.
The Government supports this project in schools and partially funds it through Youth
Care. These Chaplains are fully qualified in social work and very capable of caring for the
needs of these youngsters in welfare matters and also receive further training through the
Youth Care program. However funding is needed to support all aspects of the chaplaincy
and so the citizens of Pinjarra are asked to find the money to keep the project going.
When you see these volunteers at the Uniting Church stalls in April each year please drop
in and see what is on sale.
This year the Uniting Church raised over $3000.00 for this fund. Stan Chegwidden

Mercer Harries
First National 6th in the state!!!

WHATS HAPPENING
APRIL Edition

Positive Thoughts

Murray Music and Drama

Bedingfeld

University of the Third Age (U3A)

Mercer Harries First National Real Estate were recognised for

their outstanding achievements at the recent Annual General
Excellence and Marketing Awards. Mercer Harries came 6th in
WA for Sales Office of the year, Joe Bryant and Brad Mercer
received Gold awards, Carolyn Faulkner received a Silver
award and Joe Bryant made Top 10 Salesperson of the year.

Backyard Buddies

10

Anzac Day

11

K9 Rescue

12

Murray Library

16

Murray Arts and Crafts

18

Pinjarra Golf Club

22

Hotham Valley Railway

24

Pinjarra Bowling Club

25

Gardening

26

IMPORTANT DATES:
Pinjarra Park Racing
May 5, 19 Race Days

13 George St Pinjarra

Pinjarra Harness Racing Club

9531 1155

2, 9, 16, 23 Race Days

www.mercerharries.com.au
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Pinjarra Services
Bus Service
Route 600 MandurahPinjarra
Via Pinjarra Rd
604 MandurahSouth Yunderup
Via North Yunderup
Timetables can be collected throughout
Pinjarra including Murray Cowpers Office,
Pinjarra News Agency, Shire of Murray and
the Pinjarra Community Resource Centre.
Taxi:
13 10 08
RAC Service:
13 11 11
Pinjarra Police:
13 14 44
Mandurah Crime
Prevention:
0418 948 809
Murray Hospital:
9531 7222
Shire of Murray:
9531 7777
Public Library:
9531 7712
Recreation Centre:
9531 2000
Churches
Murray Bible Baptist:
9537 7248
Pinjarra Alliance:
9531 3173
St Augustine Catholic:
9531 1227
Anglican Church:
9531 1248
Bridge Christian
Fellowship:
9531 3034
Uniting Church:
9531 2296
Freemason:
The Peel District Day Lodge
Meets on the first Thursday of the month at
9:15am. Enquires to the Secretary;
Kevin St Jack Tel. 9582 5194

Lions ClubPinjarra
Lions Club of Pinjarra [Inc.] meet on the first
and third Tuesday of each month. 6.00pm for
6.30pm
Enquiries: Les Hill 9586 1749
Visitors & New Members welcome

BBQ trailer for Hire

ContactPinjarra Lions Club
Frank Swiderski9531 2350

Rotary Club Pinjarra

Meets each Thursday at 6:15pm
at the Pinjarra Golf Club

Pinjarra Red Cross

Meets 3rd Wednesday each
month.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Contact Even: 9531 3416 or 0419 957 689

Pinjarra RSL Sub Branch

President: Mick ODonnell
0417 984 948
Secretary: Sue ODonnell
9537 8559
CWA Coolup Branch
Meets 2nd Monday of each month at 1pm
CWA Rooms Coolup
Contact Fay on 9530 3268

AROUND TOWN
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUSEvery
Monday 7.30pm Health Clinic, Pinjarra
Hospital Ph: Les 9531 1760
MURRAY HEALTH GROUP
Tuesday 1pm. Community Health Centre,
Pinjarra Ph: Rae 9581 2040

ROGER MAY MACHINERY MUSEUM

Men interested in becoming a part of this group
of valued Volunteers can phone Trevor
9582 9648
PINJARRA SWIMMING CLUB
Interested persons can contact
admin@pinjarraswimmingclub.com.au
Or visit www.pinjarraswimmingclub.com.au
MURRAY DISTRICT ARTS & CRAFTS SOCIETY

MURRAY DISTRICTS PLAYGROUP

0-5 Year Olds. MondayFriday9.30am
to 11.30am. Forrest Street Pinjarra. Phone
9531 1187 or 9537 7889
MURRAY TOY LIBRARY
Open Saturday9.30am to 11.30am. First
Wednesday of the month 9am to 10.30am.
Phone: Meredith 9531 1849
COOLUP CRAFT SOCIAL GROUP
Wednesdays9.30am CWA Rooms
Ph: 9530 3258
MURRAY DISTRICTS CWA
Meets the 2nd Monday of the Month at 45
Culeenup Road, North Yunderup, at
9.30am
Ph: 9586 1645
PINJARRA BOWLS CLUB
Dixon Avenue, Pinjarra Ph: 9531 1840
PINJARRA TENNIS CLUB INC
Matt Kirkham (Pres) - 0427 722 310
Grant Taylor (Vice) - 9531 3245

Edenvale Complex, Pinjarra

Weekly classes & groups. Workshops
Craft shop open 7 days per week
Contact Lyn Fleming on 9586 2281 or Gwen
Atkinson on 0418 928 235
Email: murrayartslink@gmail.com
MURRAY DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Committee meets monthly on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Community Meetings are held bi-monthly on an
arranged date.
Home of the Local History Library
Penny Hoffman
Penny.mail@iinet.net.au Ph: 9537 6526
MURRAY HOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE
Registered Training Organisation
Training and Safety Specialists
Ph: 9531 2298
Email: admin@mhr.org.au
PINJARRA COMMUNITY RESOURCE
CENTRE
Ph: 9531 2298
Email: Pinjarra@crc.net.au
14 James Street, Pinjarra.

DWELLINGUP VISITOR CENTRE

Marrinup Street, Dwellingup.
Ph: 9538 1108
OPEN 7 DAYS 9AM3.30PM

COOLUP PROGRESS ASSOCIATION

We meet on the 1st Thursday of each
month at 10 am in the Coolup Hall.
Contact: Bev Alexander 0407 381 281
FRIENDS OF MURRAY DISTRICT HOSPITAL
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month in
the Murray District Hospital Board Room at
2pm.
Ph: Dallas 9531 0131
MURRAY MASTERS SWIMMING CLUB
We invite all ADULTS
from 18 years and above
to join us at the Murray
Leisure Centre Pool on a Tuesday and
Thursday morning between 8.30am &
10am.
Interested persons please contact Diane
on 0430516291 or for more information on
Masters Swimming the website is http://
mswa.asn.au

PINJARRA NETBALL ASSOCIATION

Nicole Holland (President) - 08 95311564
Shirley Rundle (Vice President)
Anna Ladyman ( Secretary) - 08 95313667
or 0431 770 696
Janine Elliott ( Treasurer) - 08 95823282
or 0412 126 766
Email: pinjarranetballassociation@gmail.com
NORTH PINJARRA PROGRESS
ASSOCIATION
Meeting every second Tuesday of the
month at 7pm. North Pinjarra Hall.
All Welcome to attend

COMBINED PROBUS OF
MURRAY DISTRICTS
Meetings2nd Tuesday of the
month
Ravenswood Hotel9.00-11.30am
ContactSecretary:
murrayprobus1999@gmail.com

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Your Local Connection

LOCAL MARKETS

MURRAY DISTRICTS CARRIAGE

DRIVING CLUB
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME
9538 1406

DWELLINGUP MARKETS

Located at RSL Hall and grounds.

3rd Sunday of the month.
9am 1pm
Great variety of stalls
For more information call Bev 9538
1151 or Colleen 0438 916 719
RAILWAY MARKETS

2nd Sunday of the month at Lions

ParkPinjarra/Williams Road, Pinjarra.
Phone Ross: 0417 171 967.

EMAIL: secretarymdcdc@gmail.com
OLD BLYTHEWOOD
Built in the 1860s overlooking the Murray
River, South West Highway, Pinjarra. Open for
viewing. Small entry fee applies.
Phone: 9531 1485.
Saturday
Sunday

10.30am to 3.30pm
12.30 to 3.30pm

BODDINGTON MARKETS

1ST Sunday of the month, 8am-11am,

Boddington Old School Oval. Phone:
9883 8246

PINJARRA VOLUNTEER WALK

GROUP
WALKING OUR WAY TO
HEALTH AND HAPPINESS

HOTHAM VALLEY TOURIST RAILWAY

TRAIN RIDES - Dwellingup:
HVTR train rides 10.30am and 2pm every
Sat & Sun
Dinner Train every Sat 7.45pm
6278 1111 to book
The trains run 10.30am and 2pm every
weekend, all year and in the winter (May to
October) the Sunday service is replaced with
the steam train. There is also the wonderful
dinner train every Saturday 7.45pm. All of
this is done by volunteers. CASH ONLY if
purchasing tickets at Dwellingup.

FRIENDS OF EDENVALE

Meet at Edenvale. Cnr Henry & George

Sts, Pinjarra.
For times and more information please
email :berry.edenvale9@gmail.com

PINJARRA RED CROSS

START TIMES FOR WALKS

OF 1HR DURATION

MONDAY
SUMMER 8AM FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER
WINTER 9AM FIRST WEEK OF APRIL
TUESDAY
SUMMER 6PM FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER
WINTER 4.30PM FIRST WEEK OF APRIL
THURSDAY
SUMMER 6PM FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER
WINTER 4.30PM FIRST WEEK OF APRIL
WE MEET AT THE DOME FOR ALL WALKS

NO FEES ARE TO BE PAID

ALL WALKERS MUST TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEMSELVES AND SHOULD
MAKE SURE THEY ARE FIT AND WELL
BEFORE UNDERTAKING THESE WALKS

For Enquiries please phone Anna

on 9531 1149

**VOLUNTEERS NEEDED**

Rural Landholders
Reference Group
Rural issues will be brought to the
forefront of Councils agenda with
the formation of a new Rural Land
Holders Reference Group (RLHRG).
At a recent Council meeting, Council
invited five rural landowners to join
the group. Shire President Cr. Maree
Reid and Cr. Alan Black were also
nominated as Council representatives on the group .
Through regular meetings the Group
will provide feedback and advice on
rural matters to inform Council decision making.
Following a month long advertisement period inviting expressions of
interest, several applications were
received from local agricultural business representatives who together
have over 135 years industry experience.
Members appointed to the group
include Torben Sorensen, John Macaulay, Chris Birmingham, John
Dawkins, John Birch and Doug
McLarty.
The RLHRG resulted from the abolishment of the Rural Land Holders
Advisory Committee (RLHAC) which
was found to be restrictive as the
group was required to function under
Councils formal Meeting Procedures
Local Law.
If there are other local rural landowners who would like to be considered
for membership on the RLHRG, expressions of interest can be sent to
Chief Executive Officer, Shire of
Murray, PO Box 21, Pinjarra WA
6208
or
to
mailbag@murray.wa.gov.au

BEDINGFELD LADIES
AUXILARY
Meets 3rd Wednesday of each month
at the hospital.

Volunteer Members Required

Contact: (08) 9 531 3416
(evenings)

The Auxiliary meets at the Bedingfeld

Aged Care Facility every 3rd Tuesday
of the Month.
Phone: Joy (President) 9531 1867

Contact Secretary Christine Ph 9537 6543

Also look at our website
www.u3amandurah.org.au where
Photo Stories give short summaries of past
presentations.

Disclaimer
Advertisements, Advertorial and Community Editorial copy in the Murray Community Newspaper are the responsibility of the
Author/Advisor. The views expressed are not those of the Murray Community Newspaper.
While the Murray Community Newspaper makes every reasonable effort to ensure that no misleading claims or statements are
made, responsibility is not accepted for failure of any product or service to give satisfaction.
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POSITIVE THOUGHTS
Pastor John Coman Pinjarra Alliance Church
www.pinjarracma.org.au
ANZAC DAY 2016

In Australia we have all the freedoms of democracy, but those freedoms have come at a cost.
Recently on Anzac Day we remembered the cost borne by many as they defended those freedoms in various wars. For some that cost involved time in a prisoner-of-war camp, like Allan
Clark, a man I met many years ago who had spent 3 years in Changi Prison in Singapore in
WWII. For others the cost was higher as they gave the ultimate sacrifice of their lives defending our freedoms.
One of the freedoms defended by those men and women is the freedom of speech, the right to hold a differing opinion
to somebody else. I believe that this is a basic freedom that is absolutely vital to our functioning as a democracy. However, along with every right comes a responsibility, and it is important to remember that we need to choose carefully
how we use our right to free speech.
We have entered into the lead up to an election and this responsibility is very important. Around the democratic world in
recent times I have seen high profile political figures misusing and abusing this freedom. This does not lead to improved
relationships between members of our society, but instead to increased tensions. My hope is that our politicians will be
more responsible than others weve heard recently, campaigning in a way that honours those we recently remembered.
The challenge for all of us is the same as the politicians - working responsibly at preserving and using the freedoms
which we have been given. Lets determine to only speak those things that build up and encourage those around us.
LEST WE FORGET!

Pinjarra Family Church

Pinjarra Community Kitchen

Friendship Restoration
Empowering Equipping

In partnership with Peel Community Kitchen

EVERY TUESDAY from 11am-1pm

289 Wilson Road

Free lunch provided to anyone in need

Service time: Sunday 10-11.30am

Followed by free morning tea

Located at the rear car park of the

Alliance Church
Corner of George and Peel Street

All warmly welcome

Daily Bread R Us Community Care:
Mon 9-12pm
Office hours: Mon & Wed 9-3pm
Youth group, Ladies & Mens groups
For more information:
Ps Sheryl Gangell
Senior Minister 0424239367

Run by: Pinjarra Family Church, Uniting Church, Alliance Church, Anglican Church, & St Vincent De Paul
For more details please call : PS Sheryl on
0424 239 367
VIDEO CONFERENCING IS NOW AVAILABLE. CALL
US OR STOP BY AND TALK ABOUT YOUR DISTANCE INTERVIEW OR ANY CONFERENCE YOU
WOULD LIKE TO SET UP.

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Census recruiting in your community!

Up to 2,300 Census Field Officers needed across Western Australia
Make a difference in your community and join Australias largest logistical peacetime operationthe 2016 Census of Population and Housing.
This years Census is on August 9, and the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking for
dedicated, enthusiastic self-starters to fill more than 2,300 Field Officer positions across Western Australia. If youre tech-savvy, know your community well and are eager to make a difference, the ABS wants to hear from you.
Working on the Census is a great way to contribute to your community. The data you help collect provides an important statistical snapshot of Australia. It supports planning, policy and funding decisions for a range of local services and infrastructurefrom housing and transport to
health and education.
A few things have changed since the last Census. In 2016, most households will receive a letter
giving them a unique login number and instructions on how to complete the Census online. Approximately 65 per cent of households are expected to complete the Census online however
paper forms will still be available for households who need them.
Field Officers play a critical role by visiting households, encouraging online participation and ensuring everyone makes the
count. And as a Field Officer, youll earn around $21 per hour, receive motor vehicle allowances and enjoy flexible working
hours. You will also be responsible for daily administrative tasks and the security of Census materials.
Youll need to be a good communicator, reasonably fit, licensed to drive and
willing to travel and work independently. Field Officers will also need to have
access to home computer and internet.
The positions are part-time and most of the work will be conducted during
August and September. People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to
apply.
For more information or to apply, go to www.abs.gov.au/careers. You can
also follow the Census on Facebook and Twitter.
Applications open on Monday, 2 May.

G & S ATKINS CONTRACTING

Rural Property Improvements

MURRAY HOUSE
RESOURCE CENTRE
Level 1 Word & Excel
Level 2 Word & Excel
1 to 1 Tutoring By arrangement
For further information please
phone
(08) 9531 2298

6 WHEEL TIPPER
7.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR
(9 buckets, rock breaker, grab & Ripper)
BOBCAT (Trencher, post hole digger and ripper)
DINGO (Forks, cement mixer, post hole digger)
TRACTOR (post rammer, disks, drags, etc.)
Water trough installations
Gravel roads and driveways
Gravel supplies
Rural & Colourbond fencing

Contact Graham Atkins on

0409 100 527 or 0408 099 842
Established Business for 20 years
gsatkinscontracting@outlook.com
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In just eleven days Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will
burst onto the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre stage, with fifty talented
locals giving it their all. This utterly singable toe-tapping extravaganza of
musical styles, with its colourful staging has been delighting family audiences since the 1960's.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's first publicly performed musical, it would have to
one of the most enduring stage shows of modern times, his production
company have calculated that by 2008 over 20,000 theatre groups and
schools had staged productions of it.
The full show has never yet been performed on the Boardwalk stage so this
is an opportunity to see the show in its full glory at a professional venue,
whilst supporting local community performers.
We sincerely hope to see YOU there, it runs at 7-30pm on Thurs April 28,
Friday April 29 and Saturday April 30 with a 2pm showing on April 30 as well. Tickets for the opening night include finger
food after the show.
If you have time and would like to assist us further please feel free to visit and like the Primadonna Productions face
book page.

SWEENEY TODD
Murray Music & Drama Club is excited to be presenting their first major musical of the
year, Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet St, Stephen Sondheims musical
thriller, and possibly one of the darkest musicals ever written. In 1979 it won the Tony
award for Best Musical and has been thrilling audiences ever since.
The character of Sweeney Todd first appeared as a villain in one of the sensationalist
magazines of the mid 1800s known as the penny dreadfuls. The tale captivated
Londoners and this urban legend was first made into a film in 1936. Since then of
course its fame has spread far and wide, assisted by a modern movie in 2007, as well
as the stage musical.

Alex White as Anthony

The plot is an unsettling tale of a Victorian era barber, (played by Gareth Jay) who
returns home to London after fifteen years to wreak revenge on the corrupt Judge Turpin (Adam Salathial) who exiled him. He comes up with a deadly plan of vengeance
and his business associate Mrs Lovett (Sam Ferguson) gruesomely takes advantage
of the situation, being terribly short of meat for her pies, and she bakes the bodies of
Todds victims into her pies and sells them to the unsuspecting public. From the
chilling opening The Ballad of Sweeney Todd to the final curtain, this production will
have patrons sitting on the edge of their seats.

The show goes on at Pinjarra Civic Centre May 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28 at 8pm, with a 2pm matinee on the 28 th. Tickets are selling now at just $20 each from Music Force in Mandurah and Pinjarra Pharmacy.

Pinjarra
Dental
Dr Chris Bucktin
Dr Lara Andrews

Ph: 9531 1660

29 MURRAY STREET
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Bedingfeld Park Aged Care News

SUNSHINE AND FRESH OCEAN AIR
Bedingfeld residents made the most of Tuesdays glorious weather to have a picnic lunch watching the sparkling waters
of Falcon Bay.
Carefully guided aboard the Toyota Coaster bus by carers, Deanne and Julie, the residents were looking forward to their
sandwiches and fruit cake with a cuppa to follow.
The Coaster, nicknamed Lizzy, can carry up to 21 passengers and was bought 12 months ago with a Lotterywest
grant of $125,000. Staff members have been trained to drive and manage the bus. Alan was driving on this outing and
watched each person in his care as they were wheeled onto the electric
hydraulic hoist to be lifted into the bus.
Bedingfeld Park Inc, our local aged care nursing home, has cared for our
aged people in the Murray Shire for 30 years.
It is a community-owned, not-for-profit organisation, managed by a voluntary Board on behalf of the community in the Murray Shire. It currently
cares for 45 aged residents.
There are 36 single suites for residents with low and high care needs
and a secure wing caring for residents with dementia. Respite care is
also available for residents from the local community.
Bedingfeld is next door to the Murray District Hospital and the lovely
grounds are on the banks of the Murray River in Pinjarra.
www.begingfeld.com.au

Pinjarra, Western Australia

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Help us keep
People & their Pets Together
Pets of Older People (POOPS) is all about reducing the stress on people over the age of 65,
those receiving palliative care or people with
disabilities while also improving the wellbeing
of their pets.
When no alternative help is available Volunteers
provide a free service by walking dogs, feeding
pets or transporting them to boarding kennels or
vets.
We have a growing number of people needing
our services. If you have a little time available
to help pet owners in your local area then
please email admin@poopswa.org.au or, for further information, go to www.poopswa.org.au.

University of the Third Age (over

50s) are pleased to be giving
talks every third Friday of each
month at Murray House in Pinjarra, starting at 10am
The next presentation is on Friday
20th May from 10.00am 11.00 am
Rory OBrien, previously a coastal
planner, will give a fascinating talk
with insight into the conservation &
development along the WA coast.
Its FREE! Come along and bring a
friend!
Phone 9531 2298 to book your seat.

Free Cookbooks
Created and produced through
Work for the Dolefirst come basis. Drop into Murray House for
your copy!

Gold coin donation for refreshments.

Dogs have
masters. Cats
have Staff
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MAY CALENDAR
TUESDAY 10 LEVEL 1 WORD
WEDNESDAY 11 LEVEL 1 EXCEL
TUESDAY 24 LEVEL 2 WORD
WEDNESDAY 25 LEVEL 2 EXCEL
WEDNESDAY 4 MYOB
THURSDAY 5

MYOB

FRIDAY 20 U3A WA COASTAL ConservationRory OBrien

Murray Cowper
Your local MLA

Technology training may also be arranged on a 1

to 1 basis. Call us to discuss training for Tablets,
Smart phones, Laptops. We also teach, Word, Ex-

0417 990 953

cel, Publisher, Outlook, MYOB at a range of levels

to suit your needs.
PHONE 9531 2298 TO MAKE YOUR BOOKING

MURRAY HOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE

WORKSAFE ACCREDITED
5 DAY HEALTH & SAFETY REPRESENTATIVES
PLACES AVAILABLEBOOK NOW

95312298
SAFETY WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE
Sporting groups, small business, not-for-profits our speciality.

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Horsetails
When agricultural or environmental weeds are found early enough it is possible to eradicate small or isolated infestations
with prompt action. Often it is keen-eyed members of the public who set the process in motion by recognising and reporting new weeds. The weeds featured this month are horsetails (Equisetum species), which are primitive non-flowering
perennials dating back to the Palaeozoic Era.
Horsetails are targets of the Boosting Biosecurity Defences Agricultural weed surveillance project funded by Royalties for
Regions (For further information see: https://agric.wa.gov.au/n/3835).
Ancient survivors
Horsetails (Equisetum species) have occasionally been sold as ornamentals, and they are also of interest to people who take the risk of making their
own herbal remedies. Sometimes they are used in permaculture or as pond
plants.
The erect, jointed stems are of two kinds. Vegetative stems are green and
ribbed. They can be a single stem or have whorls of slender leaf-like branches. Fertile stems can be green, white or pale brown, topped by fruiting
cones. On both stems the true leaves are reduced to a papery ring around
each joint. Once established, the main means of spread is by rhizomes rather than spores.
In a backyard the worst horsetails can do is smother the area, but if they
escape into farmland the consequences are dire. They are toxic to livestock,
and in high densities they can reduce crop yield because they produce substances that inhibit the growth of other plants.
In the past, infestations of a horsetail called scouring rush (E. hyemale) have
been found in the Perth
metropolitan
area
at
nurseries in Bedfordale
and the Wanneroo area,
and a home garden in
Morley. Like all horsetails
this one has a high silica
content, and the common
name arose from the old
practice of using the stems to scrub pots and pans. Several other species, including common horsetail (E. arvense) have been found in the
eastern states.
Please report any horsetails seen in the wild, in gardens or at weekend markets. If you have horsetail plants, do not attempt to dispose of
them yourself. Please call us for advice as horsetail plants generate
readily from fragments. Always take care when ordering plants or
seeds via the internet, and never dump any garden rubbish in the
bush.
How you can help
Photograph any suspicious plants and report using the free MyPestGuide Reporter App, online: mypestguide.agric.wa.gov.au, email photos and location information to: info@agric.wa.gov.au or call 1800 084 881.
New Weed App coming soon!
The free MyWeedWatcher App will be available later this month, and will be our departments preferred way of receiving
weed reports via mobile devices. For more information see: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/n/5412
Reporting unfamiliar pests
The Pest and Disease Information Service (PaDIS) screens enquiries for new weeds, pests and plant diseases which
could negatively impact the success of our local horticulture and agricultural industries, and our ability to grow home produce. Please contact us if you have concerns about an unfamiliar weed, pest or plant disease.

Report biosecurity concerns or unfamiliar pests, weeds or diseases using our MyPestGuide webpage or Mobile App, or
contact the Pest and Disease Information Service (PaDIS) on 1800 084 881, info@agric.wa.gov.au. Visit our webpage:
agric.wa.gov.au/n/1207. Department of Agriculture and Food, WA. 3 Baron-Hay Court, South Perth WA 6151.
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When my editor asked me to cover this years Anzac Service I thought perhaps I could just rewrite last years article as the day is always well presented and attended. However I did as asked and went
to the function and was very pleased I did as it was not the same as
last one and so many new stories came from it, as always it will be,
because the Anzac story is so huge an historical event.
I met Fr. Gayan prior to the arrival of the march and he told me he had
attended the Dawn Service at 6AM and many had been at that in
spite of some drizzle rain. He had also attended the Coolup service at
5PM on Sunday and about 100 people were at that function. He said it
was a very moving service with many young people there.
In Pinjarra the march got on the way from Henry Street on time and
arrived at the Pinjarra Memorial at eleven AM led by an army Jeep
and the Scots pipe band followed by about a hundred or more serving
and ex Servicemen and Women, Fire Fighters and Ambulance people. Three mounted soldiers brought up the rear.
Proceedings were again opened by MC and RSL Vice President, Chris Hartney who introduced President Mick ODonnell who spoke
to us about the huge casualty list from the Western Front. He pointed out that although Gallipoli campaign was ferocious and cost very
many Australian lives it was much worse when the allies landed in Belgium and France to try and push back the German forces
through Fromelles and Pozieres and Villers-

Bretonneux, with success at the end but at a cost of

over 46,000 Australian and New Zea-

land lives. Some of the names on our memorial

are casualties of this battle. Many

of these soldiers had already seen the hor-

rors of war in Gallipoli only to

be sent in to a worse scene.

There followed the Hymn

Lest We Forget and an opening pray-

er for peace from Sister

Maureen OConnor who came back

from Perth to be with us for

this occasion. Tasmyn Machin-

Boreham from the Pinjarra

High School then spoke from a Stu-

dents perspective of what

Anzac Day is to her and I have to

applaud her on the way she

presented the case that she was not

there, was not yet born, nor

was she there for WWII yet the truth of

these wars is her history as it is for

all of us.

The usual Wreath Laying followed and

was a solemn occasion until at the final a tiny

two year old came out with her Mum to present

her flowers. But she decided she wanted to keep them

and no one could convince her otherwise. So she won out and retired with Mum peacefully. It was delightful to watch.
Our Bugler this year was Helen Junk from Kalgoorlie and again it was one of the very moving parts of the ceremony as was the one
minute silence and the solemn Lest We Forget. Sister Maureen then read the closing prayer. Again we heard the wonderful voice of
Courtney Loffler sing the National Anthem before march off of the
Catafalque party. Guests were then invited to the RSL Hall for morning tea.
On my way to this assignment I saw and spoke briefly with the people
who do the road closures and put the signs in place and I must give
them a mention as they go out in the early hours in all weathers to
make safe the operation of this event for marchers and the public who
attend. I hope we all appreciate them for this.
I still believe that Anzac Day in Pinjarra is very important in the minds
of our citizens.

Story and Photos by Stan Chegwidden

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Celebrating 25 years!
Wendy- Female Mixed Breed Tri Colour Medium DOB March 2013
This is our very nice girl, Wendy.
Wendy is a very affectionate and loyal girl. She loves attention and
has been in a single dog home in the past house. She is dog-social
when introduced properly, preferably with males.
Wendy is great to walk on the lead and responds very well to commands. Wendy has lovely manners and is very eager to please.
Once she settles in to her new home she will be a fantastic companion.
Would you like to come and meet Wendy? She is ready to meet you
at K9 Rescue Group weekdays 10-3pm (closed Thursdays) or
weekends 1-5pm.
The next event that K9 is taking part in is the Better Pets and Gardens Adoption Day at Unit 3/2 Blackburn Drive, Port
Kennedy on Saturday, 7th May, 10am 2pm
K9 Rescue dogs, along with volunteers, will be there so you can talk to them about their involvement with K9 Rescue
Group and the Better Pets and Gardens staff about the best products to care for your pets.
Our K9 Rescue Group dogs always enjoy the day out. They look forward to you coming to meet them, giving/receiving a
cuddle and maybe a home to one, or two, of them!

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TREATMENT AND SERVICES AVALIABLE

Acupuncturedry needling for pain and trigger

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Neurological conditionsParkinsons, multiple

sclerosis, stroke

Arthritiships, knees, back, thumbs

Back pain

Osteoporosisprograms to help strengthen bones

Bowen Therapy

Braces, splints and arch supports

Pre and postsurgical treatments for knees, hips

and shoulders

Fibreglass casts for broken bones, also cast covers

so you can swim or shower

Radial Shockwave therapyfor chronic conditions

such as heel pain, Achilles pain, tennis elbow

Headaches

Rehabilitation following surgery or accident

Hydrotherapy1pm Tuesday and Friday at Murray

Rec Centre

Sports injuriesget better results with early

treatment

Lymphoedemaswelling of limbs following removal

lymph nodes

Strapping for sport

MassageSwedish, remedial, sports, myofascial

Vertigo or dizziness related to the ear or BPPV

Women's health and continence problems

No referral required for private patients

(Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle and Veterans Affairs requires referral)
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8am5pm
Tuesday , Thursday 8am6pm
For appointment or information
1/29 Murray Street, Pinjarra
Phone: 08 9531 3045 mpc29@bigpond.com
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PINJARRA SENIOR HIGH

SCHOOL,
PINJARRA PRIMARY
&
CARCOOLA PRIMARY
CHAPLAINCY BAROMETER

Our Term Deposit is

$52,268.13.
Funds raised by local
Churches and others help
support the provision pastoral care for the children of
Pinjarra.

St Augustines Catholic Church

George Street, Pinjarra

Sunday Mass :
10:00am every Sunday

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

Telephone: 9531 1227

Email: staugpin@westnet.com.au

OP SHOP
ANGLICAN PARISH
CENTRE

Children's Liturgy of the Word is celebrated

at every Sunday Mass, except January

Murray Street, Pinjarra

Weekday Services:

*OPEN*

Wednesday:
9:10am Rosary
9:30am Mass, followed by morning tea &
Scripture Reflection
Friday:
9:30am Mass

Tuesday to Friday
9am 2.30pm
Saturday 9am 12 noon

Baptisms & Weddings

(Opposite Edenvale)

Service at St Johns Church, Pinjarra

8.30am Every Sunday

by appointment
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Our qualified experts can assist with:
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Tax
To arrange an appointment in our Pinjarra or Mandurah office, please call 08
9584 6600.

Murray House, 14 James Street PINJARRA WA 6208

2/106 Pinjarra Road MANDURAH WA 6210

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Road Trauma Support WA is joining with the Road Safety Commission to Shine a Light on
Road Safety in 2016 to highlight the devastating impact of road trauma on thousands of Australians each year.
The campaign will be run during Yellow Ribbon National Road Safety Week which runs from 2
-8 May 2016 across the country.
The Shine a Light on Road Safety campaign originated in Victoria in 2013 and spread
throughout the rest of Australia for the first time last year.
Its a timely reminder given the recent horrific road crash statistics that WA has recorded already for 2016.
The Road Safety Commissions report for the first quarter of 2016 revealed that 52 people
died on our roads between January 1 and March 31st with young males, those in country areas and motorcycle riders
over represented in the crash data.
Road Trauma Support is asking all motorists to Shine a Light on Road Safety by switching on their headlights on Friday
May 6th to raise awareness about road safety and to share the hashtag #shinealightonroadsafety.
Road Trauma Support WA is also working alongside the SARAH group (Safer Australian Roads and Highways) to raise
awareness of Yellow Ribbon Road Safety Week by illuminating notable Australian landmarks across the country.
Perth will join other State capitals by illuminating iconic city buildings during the week, with Perths Council House and The
Bell Tower to be lit up and for the first time Elizabeth Quay will be illuminated in yellow on May 2 and 3 to help Shine a
Light on Road Safety in 2016.
Road Trauma Support WAs Patron and the director of the WA State Trauma Unit at Royal Perth Hospital, Dr Sudhakar
Rao has thrown his support behind the campaign as it works to try to effect positive behavioural changes on our roads.
I personally treat the physical devastation that road trauma wreaks on far too many people in our community.
If we can all Shine a Light on Road Safety I know that together we can all make a difference, Dr Rao said.
Shine a Light on Road Safety is a national campaign to raise awareness about road safety, to try and stop deaths and
injuries on our roads and to highlight the effects on the thousands in our community affected by road trauma each year.
One of the key messages for Shine a Light on Road Safety 2016 is to #stopdrivingblind and we are asking as many West
Australians as possible to share the hashtag across various social media channels.
We need help raising awareness about the Shine a Light on Road Safety campaign and Road Trauma Support WA and
the work we do in the West Australian community.
Road Trauma Support WA is a free service offering support to all West Australians directly or indirectly affected by road
trauma.
There are still many West Australians out there who dont know we exist and it is important for more people to know that
we are out there and that they have support if and when they need it.
Please join us and turn on your headlights on Friday May 6 and #shinealightonroadsafety#rtswa#stopdrivingblind.
For further information or media enquiries please contact:
Georgia Sweeting
Communications Coordinator
Road Trauma Support WA
Ph: 08 9420 7262
Email: gsweeting@iccwa.org.au / web: www.rtswa.org.au

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Your local library is sporting a fresh new look with recarpeting and painting now complete.
While work was in progress the service successfully operatChildrens Programs
ed from the Senior Citizens Centre albeit in a very condensed form. Were happy to be back in situ with our full
Regular Childrens Programs are a
collection and services available.
wonderful opportunity to spend time
with the kids. Come along and en2016 continues to be an exciting year. With preparations
underway for the installation of two self- service kiosks, bor- joy songs, rhymes and stories each
rowing and returning items will be quick, easy and conven- week with no booking required.
ient. Friendly library staff will be on hand to show you the
Rhyme Time 0-2yrs
ropes and provide support during the transition period.
Wednesdays, 9.30am 10.00am
The kiosks will be integral as we grow and move forward
into a future that promises to be both challenging and excit- Story Time 2 5yrs
This session includes a simple craft activity.
ing.
Thursdays, 9.30 10.15am
Come on board! Join the library today, its free and opens
a world of possibilities.
Lego Club
Interested in Joining a Book Club?

A chance for the kids to chill out after

school, create and meet other Lego
enthusiasts.
Our monthly Lego Club meets on the
first Monday of each month, 3.00pm 4.00pm.

The Murray Library welcomes new members to its monthly

book club gathering. Meeting on the second Monday of
each month, the Book Review Group discusses a selected
book and other items on their bedside tables. If you like a
good read, good company, a laugh and chat, come along to All attendees have an opportunity to win a prize by entering
the next meeting Monday, May 9th at 2.00pm. Contact the the Lego raffle drawn twice a year.
library for more information.
All ages welcome, Lego supplied.
No booking required.
(Children under 4yrs must be supervised by an adult)

Pinjarra
Community
Resource Centre

IS NOW ON

Slow Down Colour Your Way to Calmness

Still going strong, our weekly colour in group continues to
enjoy Tuesday afternoons colouring their way to calmness.
With free coffee and cake and all materials supplied why
not join them and discover the benefits for yourself.
Tuesdays at 2.00pm.

LIKE US
TODAY

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Cancer Council
Australias Biggest Morning Tea

Come along and join a fun morning and support this wonderful cause and your chance to win great raffle prizes and
join in the auction.
Entertainment from Pinjarra Senior High School and Swing
and Sway
Where: Belswan Lifestyle Estate Clubhouse
25 Clarence Parade, Pinjarra
Date: Tuesday 24th May 2016
Time: 9.30am- 12.30pm
Entry Fee: $5.00 entry
Please call 9531 0368 or email amanda.nulty@belswanpinjarra.com.au
to book your place by 20th May 2016 limited seating avail-

able bookings essential

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY

Cat and Dog Registration Checks for Murray and Waroona

Rangers will commence cat and dog registration and microchip checks across Murray and Waroona in May 2016.
These checks will be conducted across each locality and suburb by Shire Rangers to ensure all dogs over the age of
three months are registered and microchipped in accordance with the Dog Act 1976, and all cats over the age of six
months are registered and microchipped in accordance with the Cat Act 2011.
Residents are encouraged to register and microchip their cats and dogs to avoid on the spot fines.
Shire President Cr. Maree Reid said Registering and microchipping cats and dogs is an imperative part of being a responsible pet owner.
Registered pets are easier to locate when lost and allow the delivery of quality services throughout Murray and Waroona.
Signs will be posted throughout the Shires notifying residents of when the checks will take place in their area. Further
information will be posted on both Shire's websites in the coming weeks.
Cat and dog registrations can be completed at the Shire of Murray Administration Office between 8:30am and 4:30pm
Monday to Friday or at the Shire of Waroona Administration Office between 9:00am and 4:00pm Monday to Friday.
For more information on how to register and microchip your pets, please contact the Shire of Murray on (08) 9531 7777
or visit www.murray.wa.gov.au, or contact the Shire of Waroona on (08) 9733 7800 or visit www.waroona.wa.gov.au.
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We are excited to announce a brand new Arts & Crafts Exhibition with fabulous prizes. With an arts & crafts category,
there will be a $500 1st prize, $300 2nd prize respectively, and a $200 Viewers' Choice. Due to space limitations, the exhibition is restricted to members of Murray Art & Crafts Society and artisans in the Shire of Murray. The exhibition opening will be held on 20th August and continue until 28th August at the Community Rooms , Edenvale Homestead, Pinjarra.
Entries close 1st August.
Do we have someone in our community who would be interested in holding Tai Chi classes once or twice a week?? You
couldn't wish for more beautiful or serene surroundings than the grounds of Edenvale Homestead. It is envisaged for classes to be held in the mornings, enabling people to head off to classes or their work place. Please contact Lyn on 0409
686 015.
We would love to see a few more come along to our new Natty Knitters class. Meeting on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of
each month Sharron is waiting to inspire you! Crocheters are welcome. As the group grows, we will introduce a community project for everyone to work on and also a series of workshops to expand our knowledge on how we can make that
string even prettier. Please a contact Sharron on 0429 448 201 for further details.
Tricia Coffey has commenced Friday Pottery morning classesall abilities are welcome to come along. Tricia specialises
in intellectual disabilities.
Do you want to take the first step to learn a new art/craft or brush up on old skills? We have a wonderfully dedicated and
talented team of artists waiting to assist you. There is media, leatherwork, mosaics, lead lighting, pottery and cold porcelain are available for you to try.
Glass Slumping is not too far away wither. The multi-talented Eileen Macpherson will be heading up this class
soonwatch for details.
We are hoping to get regular felting classes under way as well, but we do need numbers. Please register your
interest by contacting Lyn on 0409 686 015.
We are pleased to welcome Plein Air artist groups as our guests for the monthly exhibition at Liveringa Gallery. Plein Air
Visits Edenvale will open 1st May and continue until 31st May. Official Opening is 1st May at 10.30am.
On Tuesday 17th May we will be heading off on our first bus trip for the yearvisiting Patsy Durack's Rose Garden in
Gooseberry Hill, followed by BYO lunch in the peaceful Stirk Park nearby and then a bit of own time in Kalamunda. Cost
is $45 (incl. morning tea and entry to the gardens). Membership enquiries are always welcomewe offer both full and
associate memberships. Call us to discuss the best option for you. We do offer a period of try before you buy before
committing to membership. For any enquiries please contact Lyn on 9586 2281, 0406 686 015 or email murrayartslink@gmail.com. We are excited to say our new website is
imminent! Look out for www.maacs.org.au. Until next time,
rd
We are excited to advise this event is back for a 3 year and again
be good and if you cant be good, be crafty! Lyn

PINJARRA GARDEN DAY

will be held in the beautiful & tranquil gardens of our Edenvale

Homestead

SUNDAY 2nd OCTOBER 2016

from 10am
We were overwhelmed by the public response to the 2015
event. It was fabulous a day filled with plants, fairy's and so
many guests willing to share their special knowledge about
gardening.
Help us make this year's event bigger and better by getting
involved!! A sub-committee of the Friends of Edenvale
have started meeting regularly to plan the event. We do
welcome any interested people from the community to join
the sub-committee. Amazing & new ideas are welcome too.
Stall applications are now open. Items must be hand
created. We particularly welcome garden related products

The Deadline for the June Edition of

the Murray Community Newspaper is
Wednesday, May 24th.
WESTLINK BROADCASTS
AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT
VISIT:
www.drd.wa.gov.au/about/What-We-Do/Pages/
Westlink.aspx for a program guide.

Contact Gwen on 0418 928 235 or email

gwen.tom1938@gmail.com
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Government Online Access

Computer access for Online Inductions
Assistance Available
Scanning/Emailing
Online Passport Assistance
Printing, faxing, binding

Office Space for Rent

Excellent day, week or monthly rates
Murray House
14 James Street, Pinjarra
Resumes

Close to the town centre

Secretarial Services

Call 9531 2298

14 James St, Pinjarra. Phone: 9531 2298

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QUIN LEE JEFFERYRAVENSWOOD PHARMACY

There has been a buzz in the media recently about the link between taking Proton Pump Inhibitors, or PPIs and dementia. This is
based on a observational study by German researchers finding an association between the use of PPI and an increased risk of dementia. To report the findings accurately, journalists need to watch their language. An association does not indicate that the drugs
cause or increase the risk of dementia. This could only be shown by a true experiment, a randomised controlled trial, where one
group of people is put on PPIs for a long time and one on a placebo. Dr. Kuller points out reasons the drugs could cause an increase
in dementia: they cross the blood-brain barrier, they can lower vitamin B12 levels, which, if too low, causes dementia, and in animal
studies PPIs interact with amyloid and tau, proteins that muddle the brain in Alzheimers disease. He also notes why PPIs may not be
causal: older people take many drugs, and these drugs are taken for a number of conditions. He notes that polypharmacy, taking
many drugs, was also noted to be a risk factor for dementia in both German studies. People who take lots of drugs for several medical conditions (that may themselves increase dementia risk) go to the doctor more, hence may tend to be diagnosed with dementia
more.
As a health care professional, I would definitely like to see proper randomised controlled trials on a large scale done before I
even suspect PPIs causing dementia. That aside, Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease, which is more commonly known as GORD,
reflux or heartburn, is a common disease prevalent in those middle-aged and older. GORD occurs when stomach acid leaks from the
stomach and up into the oesophagus (food pipe) and while everyone experiences reflux as a normal bodily function, treatment should
be sought when it leads to physical complications or symptoms which impact on a persons wellbeing or quality of life. There are a
combination of factors that cause GORD, but the most important is that the muscle around the bottom of the oesophagus, which
helps to keep the contents of the stomach from rising back up the oesophagus, is not working properly.
Left untreated, GORD can lead to serious complications such as oesophageal ulcers, which be painful and bleed; oesophageal stricture, which is a scar tissue build up caused by the acid refluxing; Barretts oesophagus, which is damage to the lower oesophagus due to severe and long-standing GORD and oesophageal cancer.
GORD treatment aim to relieve symptoms, reduce the risk of complications and heal any damage to the oesophagus. The first step in
managing GORD is to make some lifestyle changes. These include

eating a low fat diet

losing weight, if appropriate

limiting the amount of coffee, alcohol, chocolate and other caffeine containing foods and drinks you
have each day

stopping smoking, because tobacco smoke can irritate your digestive system and make your symptoms
worse

eating smaller, more frequent meals instead of three large meals each day

avoiding trigger foods which may make your symptoms worse such as alcohol, chocolate or tomatoes

eating your evening meal three to four hours before you go to bed

raising the head of your bed if your symptoms are worse at night

asking your doctor or pharmacist to review your medicines to make sure they are not making your symptoms
worse.

Please contact Bev Abbot on 0413 894 112

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If lifestyle changes dont help control GORD symptoms well enough, medicines can help. Antacids neutralise the effects of stomach
acid. They shouldnt be taken at the same time as other medicines because they can stop them from being properly absorbed into
your body. They can also damage the special coating on some types of tablets. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice about how
to take them. H2 antagonists block the effects of the chemical histamine on certain cells in the stomach. As a result, these cells
produce less stomach acid. Proton pump inhibitors also reduce the amount of acid the stomach makes. This allows the oesophagus
to heal and also relieves the symptoms of heartburn and reflux. PPIs dont stop you digesting food normally. These generally are
the most effective group of medications.
GORD is a relatively common condition that usually is easily controllable. Most sufferers report a dramatic improvement in quality of
life once their symptoms are under control. If you suspect you may have GORD, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist. It is
important to get this condition treated and monitored as it can cause undesirable consequences if left untreated.

KNIGHTS CREEK TERRORby Stan Chegwidden

This story is about what happened when I was caught in a flood at Knights Crossing over Knights Creek in the Northern Territory in
1965. It is still vivid in my memory as it was possibly the only time I felt that I would not survive to get home to Mt. Wells and my family.
Early that day I needed to travel to Pine Creek in my government Landrover to give evidence
at an inquest. I had an employee with me who needed to do some business in town. When
the court was finished we set off for home at Mt. Wells about 4.30 PM, the usual time that
monsoon rains came in the Wet season. We travelled in fairly heavy rain up the Stuart Highway to the Spring Hill road and turned down that track until we came to Knights Crossing.
There was about half a metre of water over the crossing and should have been easily negotiated. But the petrol engine got wet and stalled. Normally this was just a simple matter of drying it off and a squirt of CRC to restart the engine and go on. When we got out of the vehicle I
saw a wall of water heading for us about two metres high. I called to Mick, my passenger, to
Burrundie Rail Siding
get ourselves out of the crossing. I grabbed my bag of documents and we took off waist deep
for the creek bank just as the wave of water reached us and we got clear to safety. We were very wet but that is normal in the N.T. at
that time of year. I turned and looked back to the Rover as it became totally submerged and then slowly shift down stream.
By this time it was getting dark and we started to walk the twelve miles to Mt. Wells still in heavy rain. It became so dark we could not
see the road ahead of us until we got a lightning flash which was every ten or twenty seconds. We came to a small gully about ten
metres wide which was running very deep down from the nearby mountain. Mick, who was a young man born and bred in the Territory
decided we could cross but warned me not to lose my footing or I could be swept down stream and into a huge growth of bamboo.
However the force of the water did make me trip but Mick grabbed me by the hair (I did have enough to do that then) and dragged me
to safety of the bank. A very painful way of being saved but it was necessary.
We continued on slowly along the road and eventually got to Burrundie rail siding, just three miles from Mt. Wells but the Burrundie
Creek that ran into the McKinley river was in flood. It was now about 4 AM and we sheltered in the derelict siding shed. There we met
an old aboriginal man who we knew. He could see we were pretty exhausted and upset so he lit up his pipe and offered it to Mick and
he had a draw on it and handed it on to me and I had good suck on it too. It was very soothing and we appreciated the old mans kindness.
After about an hour we went to the Burrundie Crossing to see if it had gone down enough to cross but it was still too high. I had put a
rope across on the high side a year earlier which we used for safety when taking our mail
Knights Creek
bag to the train. But it was completely submerged and we would never find it in the dark.
About five AM my truck from Mt. Wells came down to see if we were there. Two of my people were with it as well as my wife Rosemary who was worried I had not come home. They
had the headlights shining across the stream and Mick decided he could swim it and the
guys on the other side had safety ropes to throw if needed. Mick made it OK but several
metres downstream so I gave it a go and also got across but washed down the creek about
20 metres. We had a few scratches and bruises but got home that morning.
That afternoon when the creek had gone down a lot we drove out in the big four wheel
drive truck and found my Landrover about fifty metres down towards the McKinley on its
side against a tree. We dragged it out and towed it back to Mt. Wells but it was a write off
with water damage.

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Dolce Gusto coffee pods can

be brought to Pinjarra CRC,
14 James St for recycling with
Terracycle.
You will also be able to recycle NESPRESSO soon!
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Pinjarra Ladies Open Day

Thursday 5th May
Cost $50.00 per team
Pinjarra Golf Clubs annual Ladies Open Day will be played Thursday 5th May. This event has been contested for approximately 60
years and is social partnered event aimed at showcasing the Pinjarra Golf Club and its magnificent course. Players from both metropolitan and country clubs are always keen to participate in this exciting event. The event
will again be sponsored by Pinjarra Physiotherapy Clinic.

Ladies Beginners Clinics

Thursdays 10:30am

(poster attached)

th

5 May 26th May

Cost $100.00
Pinjarra Golf Club offers some great initiatives for Ladies Golf.
Our Beginner and Intermediate Clinics have been specially designed by our golfing professional to help you get the best out of your game.
To register your interest please contact Matthew in the Pro Shop on 9531 2588.
Each session run for 1 hour and will focus on a different component of your golf game
each week.
Junior Clinics

(poster attached)

Sunday from 9:00am

1st May 28th June

Cost $99.00
Pinjarra Golf Club offers an series of introductory clinics aimed at juniors of varying ages
and skill levels.
3 x 1 hour clinics will be conducted each Sunday.
For more information contact Matthew Heath, Club Professional on 9531 2588 or Joan
Martain, Junior Co-Ordinator, on 9535
1229
Registration and payments
via www.mygolf.org.au

Friday Meal Deals

Enjoy a round of golf with a shared cart
and a meal starting from only $39 pp for 9
holes or $55 pp for 18 holes.
Bookings are essential and can be made
by calling the Pro Shop on 9531 2588

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ceptionally well to win all their sectional matches and then

to beat the young guns from the Mandurah Bowling Club in
The Mega Garage Sale held on 16 April was very sucthe final for the first time since 1971-72 (then in a different
cessful, clearing approximately $1500. Thanks to those
League composition). This was achieved after trailing their
who attended and to the donors of goods and to Allan
opponents throughout until the penultimate end when a five
Haines and helpers for their organisation.
shot success saw them get over the line.
GARAGE SALE:

th

The following weekend, played at the Dudley Park Bowling

The new club house is also bringing with it new improveClub, again saw a full contingent from the Pinjarra Club
ments around our greens, with both of the shade areas at
with Clarrie Danswan just missing out in the Veterans secthe back of the greens are now complete.
tional play and John Morrison and Brian Davey likewise in
So rain, hail or sun we will be protected from the elements. the Pairs.
But, once again, it was the Triples team of Robbie Lundon, Tom Glendinning and Steve Unsworth that excelled in
Please have a look at our Facebook page for the phowinning through to the final of the Triples and then overto's.
coming the Meadow Springs team (last years winners) in
another close encounter.
FRIDAY AFTERNOONS
This has improved the appearance and functionality

Our social Friday afternoons started again on the 8 th of Overall, Pinjarra was Runner Up to League Champions
January 2016, we have coaching available for those who Mandurah by only two points, based on points awarded for
would like to learn how to bowl. Bowls are made available all games in the Championships, a commendable result.
by the club.
This concluded a very fine pennant and championship seaSo come along for some FUN in the SUN on Friday after- son for the Club.
noons starting at 1600 with the bar open
Mens Pennants.
We also have raffles available and of course our CHASE The pennant season has been very successful, with all four
THE ACE.
teams reaching the semi-finals. The Tuesday 3rd Division
nd
ANYONE CAN DO IT, SO COME ON DOWN AND HAVE team finished on top of the ladder and is promoted to 2
Division next season and also defeated Meadow Springs in
SOME FUN
the Grand Final to win the Pennant. The Saturday 2 nd DiviAnyone interested in hiring the NEW Pinjarra Bowling & sion in their first year reached the preliminary final while the
Recreation Club Function Room and/or Bar please contact two 4th Division teams were eliminated in the semi-finals.
the Club on 9531 1840
Well done gentlemen and congratulations to everyone who
PINJARRA SUCCESS:
participated in the Championships, you are all winners!!
The Murray District League Mens Championships

LADIES PINJARRA GALA DAY:

Held over the last two weekends and the outcomes provid- Sincere thanks to everyone who helped out on Friday the
15th. To the ladies who stepped up at the last minute and
ed a great boost to the Pinjarra Bowling Club.
played bowls and the tremendous effort from those in the
During the first weekend played at the Port Bouvard Bowl- kitchen and those who sold raffle tickets and helped out
ing Club, Peter Money (Open Singles) and James Donald where ever required. To the umpires and to Marilyn, Barba(Novice Singles) acquitted themselves well and did their ra and Cathryn.
best in their fields.
It was a very successful day and enjoyable event with lots
However, the Clubs Fours team of Robbie Lundon, Brian of positive comments from competing clubs.
Davey, Tom Glendinning and Steve Unsworth played exAgain many thanks to you all.
The Gala Day was won by Dudley Park who also came in
second.
Well done to all our ladies who played and who provided
support during the busy day.
Another fantastic year was had by all at the Pinjarra Bowling and Recreation Club
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By Sonja Howell

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December 2015 TIMETABLE

TRAINS DEPART FROM DWELLINGUP STATION

Restaurant Train

Day

Date

Forest Train

Service

Departure

Saturday

30 April

Forest Train

10.30am and 2pm

Saturday

30 April

Restaurant Train

7.45pm

Sunday

1 May

Forest Train

10.30am and 2pm

Saturday

7 May

Forest Train

10.30am and 2pm

Saturday

7 May

Restaurant Train

Sunday

8 May

Forest Train

10.30am and 2pm

Saturday

14 May

Forest Train

10.30am and 2pm

Saturday

14 May

Restaurant Train

Sunday

15 May

Forest Train

Washing out W920

7.45pm

7.45pm
10.30am and 2pm
Easter Eggs on the Forest Train

Saturday

21 May

Forest Train

10.30am and 2pm

Saturday

21 May

Restaurant Train

Sunday

22 May

Steam Ranger

10.30am and 2pm

Saturday

28May

Forest Train

10.30am and 2pm

Saturday

28 May

Restaurant Train

Sunday

29 May

Steam Ranger

7.45pm

7.45pm
10.30am and 2pm

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After enjoying a short break in New Zealand enjoying a couple of train rides I have come back to catch up with what our
members have been doing in preparation for the Steam Season and am very impressed.
As is normal during February and March our Track maintenance program got into full swing under the guidance of Dave
Conlan our friend from Puffing Billing who comes over to lend an experienced hand. Joining him were our regular overworked crew members who have replaced some 80 sleepers per day towards our expected total replacement of over
1000. Along with this work is the re-screwing and re-gauging where necessary along the track between Etmilyn and
Isandra.
General maintenance on the Steam Locomotive is required to ensure all systems are in good working order so it will pass
the necessary load testing of boiler and other associated items. Thanks go to our younger and more agile members for
doing some of this work which entails moving in restricted areas.
Our Forest Train service has experienced good patronage particularly over Easter when passengers were presented with
Easter Eggs to enjoy. During school holidays over 100 people travelled on the Wednesday morning service which
pleased our staff to see so many happy faces on one trip.
It was hoped the Steam Season commence on Mothers Day, however, this cannot be achieved. Due to the recent fire in
the Meelon area five culverts were lost and some minor damage to our 13km bridge. Consequently, repairing this damage has required a rearrangement to resources.
Please follow our Facebook and Website to keep informed on the First Day of Steam for 2016.
Hotham Valley Railway
Established 1974 and still going strong

There is a place for you on our volunteer membership team.

Please contact Vince Baker 0448 899 544 to see how you can assist

With great honour our 1st Vice President, Frank (Ski) Swiderski,
laid a wreath at Anzac Day on behalf of the Lions Club of Pinjarra to remember those Australians fallen in battle. Because of
those gallant men and women who fought for Australia in various wars we enjoy freed om today. LEST WE FORGET>
Pinjarra Festival is not far away and Pinjarra Lions will be selling
their famous bacon and egg burgers along with sausage sizzle
and drinks. Come along on Sunday June 5 and join in the fun
and activities that this weekend always brings to Pinjarra. Look
out for our banner and members dressed in blue and gold.
Our meat raffle for May will be held on Saturday May 28, 2016
Photo courtesy of Stan Chegwidden
at the Pinjarra Junction Shopping Centre. Thanks to Pinjarra Meat Supplies for their continued support to ur club in these raffles. Dont forget to get your ticket on the day to have a chance of
winning $100 meat voucher.
Membership is still at 25 and we would welcome new members with open arms. Men and Women from the age of 18 are
eligible to join. Call Les Hill on 9586 1749 to enquire about becoming a member.
Till next time enjoy the cooler weather and stay safe
Sue Hill PR
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WITH JOHN BODYCOAT

May in the Garden
May and autumn is such a great time to spend in your garden, pondering over how your vegetables and flowers are
growing, especially those you planted out in April, or how you hope the next intake of plants will look in the following weeks.
The soil is still warm at the moment so look at your garden diary and see what you have planned for your garden in May and start
planting out into your prepared soil.
Last month we had an excellent start to our season with steady but useful rains through April which made garden work easier with
the soil being softer, early weeds have appeared and on farming properties pastures in the paddocks have started to green.
It has also put many litres of water into the rainwater tanks from these beneficial rains.
Late autumn is a great time to have all your bulbs in the ground including anemone and ranunculus daffodils.
Dont forget to have your sweet peas in as soon as you can plant them out.
Citrus trees like to planted in late autumn while the soil is moist.
Whats ready in the garden?
Mandarins, oranges and most citrus will soon be picked, along with late varieties of pears and plums. This season has been great for
back yard fruit growing enthusiasts.
Guava fruit are ready, strawberry, lemon, Indian and Hawaiian varieties are prolific this year.
Mangoes have finished fruiting while pawpaws in our region have been great and tasty.
Berries
Do you grow berries in your backyard?
What berries can you grow?
Well here are a few berries that I grow and soon will be growing in the Pinjarra Community Garden.
Marion Berry. A Marion berries is a trailing vine with similar tastes to a blackberry. It grows well in the Peel and Murray regions.
Young Berry. Young berry vines are very spiny and have a fruit similar to a dark coloured raspberry, and are quite delicious.
Black berry. Black berries in the wild are a pest, however the fruit is delicious when picked and cooked in a pie. There are a few
blackberry strains that can be purchased that are devoid of spines.
These grow well in local regions and are not invasive like to wild blackberry. A variety called Waldo is great.

What to Plant in my May Garden

Brusels Sprouts

Sow seedlings out into your well prepared garden soil now. It is too late to sow seeds.

Turnip. Purple tops

Sow seeds directly into your soil.

Garlic

Garlic should be in by end of April to be ready in mid November. So hurry and plant out bulbs now.

Carrot

Sow seeds directly into a well prepared fine tilth soil. I do not like carrot seedlings as they never grow true
to type in the soil after transplanting.
Sow seedlings into well prepared garden soil.

Spinach
Cabbages

Sow cabbage seedlings direct into your soil. Also use blood and bone and N.P.K. Cabbages and broccoli
like well rotted chicken manure and N.

Broccoli

Snow peas

Seedlings directly into well prepared soil. Keep your garden weeds out so these do not compete with
weeds.
Well this is quite a hard vegetable to grow, takes longer than most. So have your soil well prepared and sow
directly into good garden soil. Good luck.
Sow directly into your garden soil. Sow peas where you grew cabbages last year as they will put nitrogen
back into your soil. Feed peas well.
As above.

Broad Beans

As above. Sow no later than the end of May for best results.

Beetroot

Seeds or seedlings into well prepared soil. If you can add born B into your soil it will help beetroot as well.

Kohlrabi

These plants love well prepared soil and sow as seeds.

English Spinach

Sow now as seedlings.

Potato

Potatoes love a rich garden soil. Sow seed potatoes only not spuds from the super market.

Celeriac

Celeriac should be sown now and takes about 6 months to mature.

Kale

Everyone is now growing Kale in their garden. Plant out as seedlings and hopefully you will be eating this
vegetable before the white cabbage moth takes over.
Strawberries must go in now while there is some soil warmth. They should be fruiting in Mid to late August.
Caramosa is the best variety.
Bulbs should be in by the end of May for an early spring colour in the garden.

Parsnip
Peas

Strawberry
Bulbs
Flowers to plant

All your cottage garden plants should be in now. Plant these out as seedlings and watch your garden turn
into a beautiful colourful display.
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Whats happening in your garden?

Fungi: In your garden you will see quite a bit of white fungus spores appearing in your garden beds.
This is normally in your mulch. It is a natural harmless fungi so do not destroy this fungi, it is nature doing its little bit. The fungi are a
sign of a healthy garden and comes about when it is damp and is part of good soil health.
Weeds: With the early break to the season there are many weeds appearing, remove these before they grow too big and take out the
nutrients in your soil and competition with your flowers and vegetables.
Insects: Check your garden now for the early caterpillars as they just love to attack young seedlings as they begin to grow.
Rose: There is a new rose variety out called the Gallipoli Centenary Rose, a beautiful red rose so order at your nursery now and plant
out for the 101st Centenary of the Gallipoli campaign.
What to do in the May garden
Blue berries

Blue berries can be cut back slightly removing only the dead twigs and you can do this in May.

Stone Fruit

Peaches and nectarines should be sprayed with a copper based spray to prevent leaf curl. This should
be done before bud burst so spray as soon as buds appear on your trees. I have already seen bud
burst and flowers forming on nectarine trees in the Pinjarra area, I know thats early but the seasons do
change and when the flowers have appeared it is too late to spray.
Mow your lawns really hard to about 5mm as the May rains are about and the weather has cooled
down.
Remove from your garden and burn all stalks especially if you have had any disease during the growing
season.
Do the same with old melon and pumpkin vines.
Clean out the leaves in your gutters and use them in your compost heaps or bin. Add lawn clippings and
weeds, plus also straw to make a lasagne mix in your heap. Add dolomite to your compost heap and
small amount of chicken manure and blood and bone to set off the composting. If you like Molasses is
also a great activator in your heap.
For your garden soils buy in a load of local compost and incorporate this into your garden beds adding
dolomite and blood and bone. Mineral dust or blue metal dust is also great for your garden beds as it
contains over 100 minerals and elements.
You can avoid transplanting shock when taking seedlings out of their punnets by spraying your plants
with a sea weed solution.
Sweet peas should be sown by the beginning of May for a magnificent display in August September.
Your cottage garden plants should be planted out now into your soil and bulbs should also be sown in
May.

Lawn
Old tomato plants
Compost and soils

Transplanting shock
Flowers in the garden
Your garden

It is important that you have fun out in your garden as you prepare your vegetable and flower gardens in
May. Please turn off your irrigation equipment and timers, especially your lawns as you will not want to
water most gardens until October as most plants will survive on winter rainfall only.

The Pinjarra Community Garden

The new Community garden at the Williams Road site is starting to develop with the new fence around the perimeter nearly finished.
The garden already has had two workshops on site and a compost enclosure has been built and the first compost is being cooked for
the new garden beds.
The shed will be erected in late May and further details on other structures will be in the June edition.

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