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SERVING THE OPAL CAPITAL OF THE WORLD SINCE 1982

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WATER LEAK DRIVES HOME HOWPRECIOUS OUR WATER SUPPLY IS

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By Margaret Mackay

A TOWN WITHOUT WATER. It never happenedbefore, but a one off event saw many Coober Pedyresidents caught unawares when a valve allegedly

gave way at the mains on the 17 Mile Road lastFriday night creating a lengthy repair job for the

Water Supply Department.

Daybreak Saturday morning saw the end of a long nightfor Coober Pedy's Water Supply workers who, while wewere sleeping, spent the night in a wet, muddy hole, firstlylocating a major leak, and then repairing it. During thisprocess worker were trying to shut off 26 other valvesacross the town for safety measures. It was during thisprocess that it became necessary to shut off all townwater for a successful repair.

Many residents had anticipated a possible shutdown whenthe pressure dropped all over town on Friday night andquickly filled up their containers. Because the town waterhad never been cut off before quite a number did notanticipate an ‘emergency’. We have to admit we’ve hada pretty good run!

One accommodation owner said, “Even though the guestscouldn’t have a shower on Saturday morning, mostlyeveryone understood that this can happen in any town.Fortunately we had a supply of water handy foremergencies and were able to offer everyone a cuppabefore they set out on Saturday. We all had to make thebest of it.”

After the overnight repairs were completed, we caughtup with Acting Water Manager Daniel Zelenko who spentSaturday bleeding the air out of the underground mains inorder to bring the pressure back up to normal and thensafely back into our taps without causing damage.

It was necessary to force the large pockets of air out ofthe mains in each section of town, before it reached thenarrower household pipes.

Above: Temperature 4.8C at first light on Saturday morning as the crew finished off and the DCCPgrader cleaned up and covered the pit over..

Earlier this year a similar leak occured on Post Office Hill Road and while it was a lengthy process,Water Supply workers were able to repair it with minimal impact across the town.

Air bubbles gushing out of the mains during thebleeding process. NOTE: These large pocketsof air would not fit through our narrowhousehold pipes - it would split the pipes open!

A good number of people have showed their appreciationto the Water Supply Crew who worked tirelessly on Fridaynight in frosty temperatures, by thanking them publicallyon the Coober Pedy Regional Times Facebook page. Ifyou haven’t seen it yet you can still add your name.

Water is our most precious commodity and the highstandard that our Water Supply Staff have maintained overa long period of time is greatly appreciated and often notedby those of us who know the history!

A lot of the longer term residents should remember backto around 2000 onward and the amount of water leaksmany of us experienced for a number of years when theservice lines from the mains to the metre began givingway. The WS Crew would no sooner repair one sectionand another section would start leaking on the same line.

I recall at the time they were running from leak to leak onaround 5-6 properties per day (incl. mine) and checkingdriveway on their way to work each morning.

It is important that we consider this information and tryto understand the process involved as to why the repairtook longer than some believed was acceptable.

There are about 50 “Fire Plugs” across town where aircan be bled out. Daniel was operating every one of themfor a good part of the day. Some of the crew worked 24hours straight on this major repair.

The scene around Coober Pedy on Saturday wasthat of Fire Plug caps OFF in most of the streetsand large pockets of air belching out.

Many of us including myself firstly assumed that we mayhave had more leaks.. NOT SO! Bleeding the air out ofthe mains after a repair is to protect our narrowerhousehold pipes.

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English is My Second LanguageEnglish is My Second LanguageEnglish is My Second LanguageEnglish is My Second LanguageEnglish is My Second Language• Building stronger skills for community residents in reading, speaking and writing in English• Translating community information from English into the diverse cultural languages within thecommunity• Providing an pool of community members who are able to assist with interpreting for others• Sharing and celebrating your languages within community

Volunteers are needed to bring these groups alive. If you have:• Another spoken/written language other than English• Want to help others develop new skills• Support and help your community• IT and computer skills and know how to get around the internet• Enjoy sharing your time, skills, talents and stories with others

Please contact TracyAustralian Red Cross Office

Hutchison Street Coober Pedy; or call 8672 5380 or 0498 016 689

Volunteering can be for as little as an hour a week, a fortnight or a month.

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We askedGOOGLE about

“Purslane”

PURSLANE RECIPES?

Searching GOOGLE for PURSLANE RECIPESGOOGLE presented 398,000 results in 0.61 seconds

by: Margaret Mackay

Wild Purslane Salad With Olive Oiland Lemon Dressing

http://www.food.com/recipe/wild-purslane-salad-with-olive-oil-and-lemon-dressing-

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A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE TALKING ABOUT WILDPURSLANE. A SELF SOWING SUPERFOOD THAT

GROWS AROUND COOBER PEDY

Health Benefits of Purslanehttp://www.nutrition-and-you.com/purslane.html

· This wonderful green leafy vegetable is very low incalories (just 16 kcal/100g) and fats; nonetheless, it isrich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

· Fresh leaves contain surprisingly more omega-3 fattyacids (�-linolenic acid) than any other leafy vegetableplant. 100 grams of fresh purslane leaves provide about350 mg of �-linolenic acid. Research studies show thatconsumption of foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids mayreduce the risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, andhelp prevent the development of ADHD, autism, and otherdevelopmental differences in children.

· It is an excellent source of Vitamin-A, (1320 IU/100 g,provides 44% of RDA) one of the highest among greenleafy vegetables. Vitamin-A is a known powerful naturalantioxidant and an essential vitamin for vision. It is alsorequired to maintain healthy mucosa and skin.Consumption of natural vegetables and fruits rich invitamin-A is known to help to protect from lung and oralcavity cancers.

· Purslane is also a rich source of vitamin-C, and someB-complex vitamins like riboflavin, niacin, pyridoxine andcarotenoids, as well as dietary minerals, such as iron,magnesium, calcium, potassium, and manganese.

· Furthermore, present in purslane are two types ofbetalain alkaloid pigments, the reddish � -cyanins, andthe yellow � -xanthins. Both pigment types are potentantioxidants and have been found to have antimutagenicproperties in laboratory studies. [Proc. West. Pharmacol.Soc. 45: 101-103 (2002)].


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in rates billing.

The Independent Rates Checker allows ratepayers tocheck for themselves whether or not they have beenovercharged and entitled to a refund or an amended bill.

Error types may include mathematical errors, the ratecharged not matching the land use category in CooberPedy and being charged more than once per title for thefixed charge and NRM levy.

An example of a recent rates notice at the top of the pageshows two incorrectly charged amounts whereby theratepayer will be entitled to a refund or an amended bill.

Coober Pedy Ratepayers 2017Independent Rates Notice Checker FREEFREEFREEFREEFREEThe first amount $1697.55 has been over charged

by $632.92

The Effluent amount $624.78 has been overcharged by $232.94

Total overcharging on one Ratepayer’s Rates andCharges Notice is $865.86

Q: What do I do if I have been overcharged?

A: Take your notice into the DCCP and ask the Ratesofficer to make an adjustment.

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A: Send a copy to the address on the independent rateschecker.

Q: Is Council obliged to issue a correct notice?

A: According to information obtained from the LegalServices Commission, a Council is required to re-issuea correct notice and give a refund if the overchargedamount has been paid.

The ratepayer is entitled to seek up to 6 years worth ofrefunds.

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JEWELLRY/OPAL

Date of Notice04-05-17[ ]

By Caroline Molnar

BEETROOT DIPBEETROOT DIPBEETROOT DIPBEETROOT DIPBEETROOT DIPIngredients

1 bunch of beetroot OR1 tin of drained whole baby beetroot1 clove of garlic2 teaspoons roasted cumin seeds, ground2 teaspoons roasted coriander seeds, ground2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar½ bunch of fresh mint1 cup natural low fat yoghurt

Method1. Preheat oven to 180ºC. If using freshbeetroot, wash and trim stalks, then wrap each infoil and roast for about 1 hour, until cooked through.Unwrap beetroot and slip off skin2. If using tinned cooked beetroot, removefrom tin, rinse and drain well3. Strain yoghurt in a fine sieve over a bowlfor ½ an hour4. Crush garlic with a little salt5. Grate beetroot into a mixing bowl6. Add garlic, spices, vinegar, mint and garlicand stir yoghurt gently through7. Serve with sesame crackers or steamedgreen beans

ARTICLE REPEATED


CONSERVATION ZONEIntroductionThe objectives and principles of development control thatfollow apply in the Conservation Zone shown on MapsCoP/3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 9. They are additional to thoseexpressed for the whole of the council area.

OBJECTIVESObjective 1: A zone that enhances and preserves thenatural character, biodiversity including native vegetation,scenic and heritage features of the region.Objective 2: The conservation of land features of majorconservation significance, including areas of biodiversity,natural vegetation and wildlife habitats.Objective 3: The conservation of the amenity and beautyof the region.Objective 4: Development should not unduly disturblandforms, vegetation, wildlife and sites of tourist interest.Objective 5: The protection of the landscape from miningoperations, and prospecting and exploring for newresources.Objective 6: The preservation of the natural landscapeand the scenic outlook to enhance the journey to touristdestinations including “The Breakaways” and the “MoonPlain”.

Coober Pedy is situated on the edge of the Stuart Rangeand consequently enjoys some significant and stunningnatural landscapes and landforms. These unique naturallandscapes have also featured in a number of movies andare significant tourist destinations. Consequently, theconservation of the region’s unique beauty in anecologically, culturally and economically sustainable wayis vital.

The amount of development within the Zone should belimited, ensure little evidence of human impact and maintainthe attractive landscape.

PRINCIPLES OF DEVELOPMENT CONTROLForm of Development1 Development should not impair the natural scenicfeatures of land contained within the Conservation Zone.

2 Development should only occur where theenvironmental quality of the region is not endangered.

3 Development should be limited to those that ensurelittle evidence of human impact and maintain the attractivelandscape.

4 The construction of roads, telecommunication facilitiesand other public services/utilities should not unduly disturbthe natural character and unique beauty of the region.

5 No buildings should be erected in the Zone otherthan:(a) simple shelters and rainwater storage; and/or(b) buildings that form alterations or additions to an existingbuilding for its existing use on the existing site providingthat the alteration of or addition to represents a reasonableexpansion, where reasonable expansion is deemed to be:

(i) in keeping with the existing use of the land;(ii) of the same or lesser scale as the existing buildings;(iii) constructed of materials and colours schemes thatblend with the landscape;(iv) sited and designed to be unobtrusive; and(v) sited so that excavations for access roads, utilitiesand buildings are minimised.

6 Development should:(a) be designed and sited to minimise the impact on thelandscape;(b) be screened to reduce its visual impact,(c) be sited below hilltops or prominent ridgelines;(d) not require extensive excavation. Where an area isscarred by excavation the area should be rehabilitated tothe prior natural state;(e) avoid disturbance, unnecessary loss or damage ofbiodiversity, particularly threatened species and threatenedecological communities;(f) not give rise to pest plant or disease infestation ofareas of native vegetation and increased numbers of cats,dogs and pest animals; and(g) use locally indigenous species in all landscaping andrevegetation programs.

7 Buildings should be designed in such a way and be ofsuch a scale as to be unobtrusive and not detract fromthe desired natural character of the Zone and, in particular:(a) buildings should be of a single-storey;(b) the profile of buildings should be low and the rooflines should complement the natural form of the land; and(c) the mass of buildings should be minimised by variationsin wall and roof lines and by floor plans whichcomplement the contours of the land.

8 The external materials of buildings and structuresshould have surfaces that are of a low light reflectivenature, and compliment the rural character of the Zone.

9 Retaining walls should be designed in such a way thatthey are a stepped series of low walls constructed of dark,natural-coloured materials and screened by landscaping.

10 Driveways and access tracks should be surfaced withdark materials, and follow the contours of the land toreduce their visual impact and to limit erosion from waterrun-off.

11 Fences, if required, should be located in such a wayas to minimise their visual impact and should be of postand wire or other materials which can be seen through.Obtrusive gateways, particularly of brick or masonry,should not be constructed.

12 Development should not in itself, or in associationwith other development, create a potential demand forthe provision of services at a cost to the community.

13 The alteration of or addition to a premises existingon 22 September 2005 for the continuation of its existinguse on the existing site may occur provided the total floorarea of the premises does not increase by more than 15percent.

Heritage14 Development should be sited and designed so asto conserve buildings or sites of natural or man-madeheritage, especially those listed as State Heritage Placesand places on the Local Heritage List, of Aboriginalheritage significance, geological monuments or on theregister of the National Estate.

Environmental15 All native vegetation should not be cleared.

Land Division16 Land should not be divided other than for the re-adjustment of allotment boundaries and where there isno increase in the number of allotments.

Complying Development17 No development is complying within theConservation Zone.

Non-complying Development18 The following kinds of development including:(a) the erection, construction, alteration or addition to abuilding or buildings for any of the following uses; and(b) change in use of land to the following uses, are non-complying in the Conservation Zone.

Public Notification19 All kinds of development, other than non-complying development, are assigned as Category 2

Development in the Conservation Zone and accordinglywill be subject to public notification requirements.

Monument/Exercise/scenic area

Creek/Native Habitat/

vegetation

IS CAMPING & DEFECATING IN OURPRECIOUS CREEKS - A ZONE BREACH?

Holiday makers travelling north with tents, trailers, Kombivans, and other forms of recreational vehicles andequipment, have targeted two of Coober Pedy’sConservation areas thus turning their noses up at regulatoryunpowered sites in Caravan Parks.

Despite no toilet facilities and residents complaining bitterlyabout the filth, the council appears to find this level ofsanitation acceptable on two sections of DCCP land thatboth have local CONSERVATION zoning; so is this a zonebreach? Where are the signs eg NO CAMPING or CAMPING?

Council reacted with a dramatic blockade recently, in anarguably aggressive ‘campaign’ against long haul truckdrivers, banning them from parking in the “wrong zone”whilst drivers accessed toilet and shower facilities.

In contrast ‘illegal’ campers ‘defecating and urinating’ inConservation zoned creek areas, appear to be getting agreen light, with some staying for days on end.

Up to 25 vehicles per night, with sometimes more than 4people in some parties, are leaving soiled toilet paper ashort distance from family homes. On a windy day thispaper blows into resident’s yards. "Nothing like havingyour dog bring that in and chew it up on the lounge roomrug" said one resident.

Locals are pretty much blocked from using the only realoff road walking and exercise areas of natural enjoymentin their own neighbourhood because of these ‘squatters’.

Cheeky travellers are now advertising “our”CONSERVATION AREAS as free camping sites online!What about CONSERVATION/CULTURAL AREA signs?

Have a heart council and divert them to a more appropriatezone like the TOWN OVAL. With no football this yearcampers can access rubbish bins and clean toilets, andstop doing 'number twos' in our precious creeks andpotentially driving native wildlife out of its natural habitat.

by Margaret Mackay

Dirty Campers are using Coober Pedy’s ConservationAreas for days at a time and NO TOILETS (The

vertical black striped area is Zoned Conservation)

Source: DCCP WebsiteSee page 7 By- Laws relating to Camping


New sentencinglaws put the

community firstThe safety of the community will be front and

centre when judges sentence offenders, under newlaws passed by State Parliament on the 6th July.

The reforms to South Australia’s sentencing laws aim tobetter protect the community while giving greater flexibilityto the courts in sentencing to support the rehabilitation ofoffenders.

Under the new laws, courts will be able to impose twoadditional types of sentence: community-based orders andintensive correction orders

Under the laws, protecting the safety of the communitywill be the main consideration in sentencing.

Intensive correction orders offer a further level ofprotection, while better supporting the rehabilitation ofthose offenders for whom a sentence of imprisonment isnot considered appropriate.

Attorney-General John Rau said, “This legislation is allabout public safety. The protection of the community willbe the number one consideration. All other sentencingconsiderations will be secondary.”

“Sentencing options will help deliver better results for thecommunity while helping support those offenders forwhom rehabilitation is a very real prospect.”

“Through community-based orders or intensive correctionorders, people can maintain the elements that can aid theirrehabilitation – such as maintaining employment andretaining links to their family – while ensuring strict enoughconditions to protect the community. But only if it is safefor the community to do so.”

New legislation will create a fairer andsafer labour hire industry by weeding out

unscrupulous operators.The State Government is drafting a Bill to introduce astate-based licensing scheme.

The scheme would make it unlawful to operate as a labourhire provider without a licence, and for employers to useunlicensed operators.

Measures may include:

* a ‘fit and proper person’ test for owners and directors* annual reporting requirements* a fee to partially fund compliance and enforcement* significant penalties for employers that use unlicensedlabour hire companies.

Following an ABC Four Corners report that allegedexploitation and underpayment of migrant workersemployed at various companies in Australia, theGovernment announced that the South AustralianParliament’s Economic and Finance Committee would lookinto the labour hire industry in May 2015.

Since that report aired, ReturnToWorkSA commencedinvestigations into labour hire companies as part of acrackdown to identify unlawful behaviour. The focus ofthese investigations was to ensure employers pay theappropriate premium so that costs are not increased forhonest employers. Hundreds of millions of dollars inremuneration discrepancies have been identified byReturnToWorkSA.

50 ENTRIES IN 2017WORLD SOLAR

CHALLENGEThe 2017 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge(BWSC) that will pass through Coober Pedy in

October has been officially launched in Adelaide,with a record number of entries.

50 teams from 26 countries will start the 3000 km Darwinto Adelaide journey from 8-15 October.

Local teams include University of Adelaide, FlindersUniversity and TAFESA – along with entries fromCanberra, Queensland and NSW.

They’ll compete against a record number of internationalentrants including from Germany, Egypt and Sudan, thefirst entry from Russia since 1993, and Dutch Champions– Nuon Solar Team.

Minister for Tourism Leon Bignell launched the 2017BWSC alongside Bridgestone Corporation’s Global Headof Marketing Mr Takashi Tomomoto, Bridgestone WorldSolar Challenge Event Director, Chris Selwood AM, andWorld Solar Challenge Ambassador, Jessica Bloom.

The Bridgestone World Solar Challenge started in 1987and is held biennially.

In 2015 the BWSC pumped $6.78 million into SouthAustralia’s visitor economy, welcoming 35,150 visitornights and creating the equivalent of 69 full time jobs.

In 2015, 47 entries from 25 countries were received with42 teams taking to the start line in Darwin.

Police introduce ‘TrafficThursday’ program

12 Jul 2017 1:59pm

In a new initiative South Australia Police will betargeting a specific law one day a month in a bid to

highlight the issues on the road that causefrustration in motorists.

The ongoing campaign dubbed ‘Traffic Thursday’ willsee a themed operation aimed at educating drivers.

“We know that in addition to the Fatal Five, there arebehaviours on the road that can cause frustration for othermotorists and road users,” Inspector Ben Spencer, theacting Officer in Charge of the SA Police Traffic SupportBranch.

“Those frustrations can spill over into dangerousbehaviours, which ultimately increase the risk of injurycrashes.

“This campaign is about targeting those behaviours throughcommunity discussion, education and ultimatelyenforcement.

“Over the long term, in conjunction with our road safetypartners such as the Motor Accident Commission (MAC)and DPTI, we hope this provides the public with a roadrules refresher.”

Tomorrow sees the first Traffic Thursday campaign focuson motorists who fail to keep left on multi-lane roads.

“This road rule is a prime example of the type of issue weare seeking to highlight,” Inspector Spencer said.

“It is regularly committed, and can lead to tailgating androad rage incidents.

“Adherence to this rule is essential for the safe and efficientflow of traffic.”

Inspector Spencer said all police on duty on Thursdaystate-wide would be encouraging motorists to pay attentionto this road rule both through education and enforcement.

Australian Road Rules 130—Keeping to the left on a multi-lane road

(1) This rule applies to a driver driving on a multi-lane road if—(a) the speed limit applying to the driver for the length ofroad where the driver is driving is over 80 kilometres perhour; or

(b) a keep left unless overtaking sign applies to the lengthof road where the driver is driving.

(2) The driver must not drive in the right laneunless—(a) the driver is turning right, or making a U-turn fromthe centre of the road, and is giving a right change ofdirection signal; or

(b) the driver is overtaking; or

(c) a left lane must turn left sign or left traffic lane arrowsapply to any other lane and the driver is not turning left;or

(d) the driver is required to drive in the right lane underrule 159; or

(e) the driver is avoiding an obstruction; or

(f) the traffic in each other lane is congested; or

(g) the traffic in every lane is congested; or

(h) the right lane is a special purpose lane in which thedriver, under another provision of the Australian RoadRules, is permitted to drive; or

(i) There are only 2 marked lanes and the left lane is aslow vehicle turn out lane.

The expiation for the offence is $252, plus a $60 Victimsof Crime levy.

Other road rules expected to be targeting in coming monthsinclude motorists following too close, failing to indicate,roundabout behaviour, and failing to stop at stop signs.

Police also encourage anyone witnessing dangerous drivingto report this to Traffic Watch by calling 131 444 as soonas it is safe to do so.

STATE GOVT CRACK-DOWNON DODGY EMPLOYERS

The Economic and Finance Committee handed down itsfinal report in October 2016. Seven recommendationswere made, including that the State Government assistwith the introduction of a national licensing scheme orinstitute a state-based scheme.

Following reports of worker exploitation, there have beenthree other inquiries into the industry – one by a Senatecommittee and one each in Victoria and Queensland. Eachrecommended some form of licensing or registrationscheme for labour hire providers.

The Victorian and Queensland governments also will beestablishing state-based schemes.

Attorney-General John Rau said, “It is critical that wecrack down on dodgy operators exploiting workers anddriving honest employers to the wall.”

“Rogue operators are underpaying workers, failing toensure proper safety standards and abuse worker visas.These actions undermine minimum standards ofemployment for workers and undercut those businessesdoing the right thing.”

“Every inquiry in this area has highlighted the issue of“phoenixing”. This is where people avoid legal obligationssuch as tax, workers’ compensation, superannuation,wages and the most basic of working conditions bywinding up dodgy companies and re-incorporating themunder a new name.”

“However, in the meantime, and in the absence of anymeaningful action by the Federal Government, SouthAustralia along with other States will introduce acomplementary licensing scheme.”

Coober Pedy Regional Times Thursday13 July 2017

LETTERS OPINIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

New Kanku–Breakaways

ConservationPark plan

The new Kanku–Breakaways Conservation ParkManagement Plan 2017 has been released,

recognising and respecting Antakirinja MatuntjaraYankunytjatjara people as custodians.

The Kanku–Breakaways Conservation Park forms partof Antakirinja Matuntjara Yankunytjatjara Country and isowned by the Antakirinja Matu-Yankunytjatjara Aborigi-nal Corporation (AMYAC).

The new management plan reflects a unique co-manage-ment agreement between the AMYAC, District Council ofCoober Pedy and Department of Environment, Water andNatural Resources.

Kanku–Breakaways Conservation Park has always beena place of profound spiritual significance to the AntakirinjaMatu-Yankunytjatjara people and is much loved by theCoober Pedy community.

The word ‘Kanku’ means shelter and illustrates the im-portance of this place to the Antakirinja MatuntjaraYankunytjatjara people. ‘Kanku’ is pronounced ‘kah-ngoo’(‘oo’ as in ‘look’). The park was re-named Kanku–Breaka-ways in late 2015.

The Kanku-Breakaways is an area of 14,300 hectares about25hm north of Coober Pedy in South Australia featuringmajestic arid scenery, varied wildlife and almost 60 nativeflora species.

The new management plan has two themes: welcomingpeople and supporting the Coober Pedy community; andkeeping the Kanku strong.

The Antakirinja Matu-Yankunytjatjara Aboriginal Corpo-ration (AMYAC) Chair David Brown said the Kanku-Breakaways has always provided protection and in returnit will always be protected.

“The Kanku-Breakaways hold great cultural and spiritualsignificance to our people, interwoven with its strikingnatural formations, plants and animals.” “Many fea-tures form part of our stories that weave across the land-scape, extending thousands of kilometres.”

“Managing the Kanku and undertaking traditional prac-tices on Country are vital to maintain our strong connec-tion to Country.”

Chair of the Kanku–Breakaways Conservation Park Co-management Board Ian Crombie thanked those who con-tributed to the draft plan.

The plan is being launched in Kanku this week duringNAIDOC Week celebrations. To read the new plan, visit:http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/parkmanagementplans

By Anne Vanajek

The CPMAI represented South Australian opal mininginterests on the Gemstone Industry Council, which wasa national body encompassing the gemstone industry andthe pearl industry.

I was the representative on the Council and this meantattending meetings mostly held interstate on a two yearlybasis. It was agreed by the Council that opal would receivegreater recognition if only it were declared the nationalgemstone and all the members were asked to get as manysignatures as possible on petition pages.

After about six months these were the added togetherand forwarded to Canberra. Some months elapsed andno response was forthcoming.

Prior to the Federal Election of March 1993, Coober Pedywas visited by a number of ministers and as opal was theprominent industry, a meeting was organised with ourcommittee for discussions revolving around the industryneeds.

One of the topics brought forward on my agenda was thebenefits to be gained by the declaration of opal as thenational gemstone. As fate would have it Nick Bolkus,who occupied the position of Minister for AdministrativeServices was present at this meeting and this came withinhis portfolio. He had not seen the petition but said that heagreed with the idea and that he would contact the PrimeMinister, Paul Keating, in the morning and seek hisresponse, but he had no doubt that there would be asuccessful outcome.

I received a draft press release the next morning forconfirmation and later that day, during a meeting of theDistrict Council of Coober Pedy, the news was conveyed.Later on 27 July, 1993 the Governor-General, the HonBill Hayden AC, proclaimed the opal Australia’s nationalgemstone.

Ivan and I were asked to represent our local industry atthe dinner in Sydney to celebrate the declaration of opalas the national gemstone. We attended the gala event.

OPAL AUSTRALIA’S NATIONALGEMSTONE 27 JULY, 1993

I congratulate Frank Pennisi on his Letter to EditorCPRT 29 June 2017

In Coober Pedy I have always experienced that citizensnever fail to step forward in one way or another when aneighbour/ resident, bike rider, runner, tourist is doing ittough. Currently our town is feeling very hard done by.

I had an unfortunate situation earlier this year, initiallycaused by DCCP failing to repair the roads after washouts and ruts in Naylor Pl. My parked car was damagedby another car when the driver became caught in the washouts and ruts making him unable to control his car, andunable to get into his own drive way. In this slipping andsliding he hit my car. These wash outs had remainedunrepaired from the previous big rain also!

Am I right in assuming this negligence by DCCP to repairthe roads after rain to make them safe to use is the reasonthis accident happened? I do not believe it would haveoccurred if the road was not in such an unsafe condition.

Shovel & BarrowI also refer to CPRT Letter to Editor 18 May 2017 byGeorge Russell, and his refusal to pay Council Rates untilthe road that causes havoc to his business is repaired.

It is frightening that Council can ignore such damagesHow many more issues will there be after that last heavyrainfall if the ruts and washouts aren’t repaired? Councilneeds to realise that there is more than ONE road in town.

Now I read CPRT 29 June 2017 to see that residentshave started their own 'community' dump in a bid to fulfilltheir daily needs in response for Council floundering aroundwith an un-explained “why we are in debt and can’tprovide decent services”!

Alongside Frank Pennisi I suggest that the Councillorsand CEO could also work the dump on weekends to earntheir keep! It is not the ordinary residents and ratepayer’sfault that you do not seem to be managing our town andour money properly. Can’t blame the last council all thetime. A few current councillors were part of that!

Julie Knight

IS CAMPING & DEFECATING IN OURPRECIOUS CREEKS - A ZONE BREACH?

By-law made under the Local Government Act 1999LOCAL GOVERNMENT LAND BY-LAW 2012

By-law No 3 of 2012For the management and regulation of the use of andaccess to all land vested in or under the control of theCouncil including the prohibition and regulation ofparticular activities on local government land.

1. DefinitionsIn this by-law, unless the contrary intention appears:1.3 camp includes setting up a camp, or causing a tent,caravan or motorhome to remain on the land for thepurpose of staying overnight, whether or not any personis in attendance or sleeps on the land;

2. Activities Requiring PermissionA person must not without permission on any localgovernment land:2.9 Camping camp or remain overnight,provided that this clause does not apply to a person wherethe person camps:

2.9.1 in a caravan or motorhome; and 2.9.2 within 200mof a sign displayed by the Council indicating that campingin a caravan or motorhome is permitted on that land;

Continued from page 5

Conservation Creek area along Kempe Road inside Coober Pedy’stown boundary, but disgracefully unmanaged by any authority

The Monument area along the Stuart Highway (inside thetown boundary) has attracted “illegal campers” for sometime. Zoned for Conservation but NO appropriate signage!

A typical washout after rain can cause seriousdamage to vehicles, proving to be unsafe


RODEO HIGHLIGHTS & RESULTSPresentations

• Round 1 Saddle BroncSeb Patterson

• Jackpot Novice Bull RideDarren Clarke

• Novice Bull RideEncouragement AwardDavid Rankin

• Junior Bull RideEncouragement AwardRhys Simpson

As per the races there are too many people to thankindividually. Most of the race club committee pulledtogether to get the job done in the days leading up to theevent (there were many phone calls, meetings at the trackand facebook messages!). Bradley Jeffree deserves a bigthank you for helping with the setup before the event.

The Motor Club did a great job with the food and will beback again at the races in August to do it all again. Lyndal,Sharlene and Mandy in the Secretaries office coped reallywell with different procedures for nominations and lastminute program changes.

Without Rod Wells doing all the initial leg work togetherwith John Harrower and Noel Fraser this event wouldnot have occurred. The committee are hoping to run itagain next year and will certainly make some changes tomake it easier for competitors to nominate and easier forthe committee. Hopefully we can entice some more peopleto have a few stalls out there for the afternoon and have afew kids events too.

Thanks to everyone who paid their entry and came outfor the afternoon. Proceeds from the rodeo will go towardsa better sound system for the race club to improve theclarity of the action and the atmosphere at future events.Please remember when you attend these events that thecommittee are working to provide a community eventthat is entertaining and fun as well as raising funds forCoober Pedy, future events and projects.

Chevahn HoadRace Committee

Saddle Bronc Event Photos: Margaret Mackay

CPARC Secretary Lyndal Pryce Holly Wells and George, behind the bar

The WOG boys were there: Flaxton Thrylos; Chris Pantelis, Bill, GeorgeBoussios and Bob Pryce

Smurf World for the kids

The Bar Crew: Holly Wells, Sam Jones, Shelley Wells and George

100’s of people turned out for the Rodeo

Photo: Margaret Mackay

Photos: Margaret Mackay


CPARC RODEO HIGHLIGHTS

Checking the ropesMan and beast getting ready for the rough ride

by Dominique Giroul

by Dominique Giroul

Signalling the gate to open

by Dominique Giroul

Photo: Dominique GiroulThe bucking begins

Riders must stay on for 8 seconds, but the bull often has other ideas


This bull was rather hasty in getting rid of his rider


Left: The ReverendGeoff Piggott of theCatacomb Churchchatting at the Rodeo

Right: This toey bullgave his rider a toughtime during this event

PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIESSee page 2 for Rates, Deadlines & Publishing Dates


PUBLIC NOTICE

2017 Coober Pedy Circuits

April Pipalyatjara 3 April RegistryFregon 4 April AJO –

Mimili 5 AprilIndulkana 6 April

May Coober Pedy 22 May 25 May

June Ernabella 5 Jun RegistryAmata 6 Jun AJO -

Mimili 7 JunIndulkana 8 Jun

July Coober Pedy 24 Jul 27 Jul

August Ernabella 7 Aug RegistryFregon 8 Aug AJO –

Mimili 9 AugIndulkana 10 Aug

September Coober Pedy 25 Sep 28 Sept

October Pipalyatjara 9 Oct RegistryAmata 10 Oct AJO –Mimili 11 OctIndulkana 12 Oct

November Coober Pedy 27 Nov 30 Nov

December Ernabella 11 Dec RegistryFregon 12 Dec AJO -Mimili 13 DecIndulkana 14 Dec

CFS - AGM PUBLIC NOTICEPUBLIC NOTICE

VISITING LAW FIRM

Ph: (08) 8361 9148Fax: (08) 8239 1125

[email protected]

PO Box 3097,Melbourne Street,

North AdelaideSA 5006

SOUTH AUSTRALIACOUNTRY FIRE SERVICE

COOBER PEDY BRIGADEAGM and ElectionsDate: 31 July 2017

Venue: Coober Pedy BrigadeStation

Time: 18:00 (6:00 p.m)

Enquiries to Wayne Borretton 0439881049

PROPOSAL TO INSTALL NEW OPTUS MOBILEPHONE BASE STATIONS AT:

Site: A0636 Cadney Park RoadhouseAddress: Stuart Highway, Wintinna SA 5723

RFNSA Ref: 5723009 - www.rfnsa.com.au/5723009

Site: A0640 Marla RoadhouseAddress: Wattle Street, Marla SA 5724


Site: A0696 Mungerannie HotelAddress: Birdsville Track, Mungerannie SA 5733


Site: A0639 Rawnsley Park StationAddress: Rawnsley Park Road, Flinders Range SA 5434


Site: A0633 Marree Community HallAddress: High Street, Marree SA 5733


Site: A0632 North Blinman HotelAddress: Mine Road, Blinman SA 5730


Site: A0631 Prairie Hotel (Parachilna Pub)Address: Cnr West Terrace and High Street, Parachilna SA 5730


The proposal consists of installing a pole mounted Small Cell base stationand a single 1.2m radio communications dish on the rooftop of theexisting building, together with ancillary equipment to allow the operationof the facility (e.g cables, mounts, etc). A small equipment shetler will alsobeinstalled either internally or exertally on the ground floor of the building.

Optus regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility underthe Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 1997(“The Determination”) based on the description above.

Further information including an EME Report can be obtained from MarkCavanagh of Kordia Solutions, 07 3907 1413,[email protected] or from the RFNSA websites detailedabove. The proposed infrastructure will be in compliance with theACMA EMR regulatory arrangements.

We invite you to make a submission. Written submissions should be sent to:Kordia Solutions, Unit 1D 400 Nudgee Road, Hendra QLD 4011

by Friday 11 August 2017.

DISTRICT COUNCIL OF COOBER PEDYNaming of Public Road – Jenny PlaceNOTICE is given that Council at itsSpecial Meeting held on 26th June 2017resolved to name the unnamed public road– Jenny Place.This public road commences off FlindersStreet adjacent to Lot 1261 ending at theboundary of Lot 1603 – Big 4 StuartRange Outback Resort.

FIONA HOGAN, Chief Executive Officer

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Sky Muster retailers will passon data; customers will pay

very little extraMinister for Regional

Communications Fiona Nash haswelcomed news retail companies

selling NBN Sky Muster satellite planswill pass on the extra peak data tocustomers at very little extra cost.

Minister Nash said her meeting with retailproviders who sell NBN Sky Musterbroadband in Sydney today had been ex-tremely positive and productive.

The meeting followed the announcementlast month that NBN would provide SkyMuster retailers with an extra 50 per centdata at peak times and double their data atoff peak times, at no extra charge fromNBN.

“I thank retail providers for their positiveattitude, their feedback and ideas in ourmeeting today,” Minister Nash said.

“It was great to hear retailers will pass on

the extra data to customers, and to heargeneral agreement that the cost of passingon this extra data to customers will be verylow. Although NBN will provide the extradata without cost to retailers, retailers willincur costs of a few dollars to deliver thisextra data and so plans will reflect that.

“A 100 gigabyte/month peak data planwould cost only slightly more than a 65 or70 gigabyte/month plan costs now.

An extra 35 gigabytes of peak data wouldallow, for example, a business to do 50more hours of high definitionvideoconferencing with colleagues andclients, or a student to do 25 more hoursof watching university lectures eachmonth, or a photographer to send an extra3500 pictures a month.

The meeting also discussed the best waysto make sure customers get the bestservice possible.

Coober Pedy Regional Times

email:[email protected]: 08 86725920


$1.57 MILLION GRANTSFUNDING FOR OUR

NATIONAL HERITAGE LISTPLACES

Photography competitionopen - $600 prize

The Australian Human Rights Commission is once again runningits photography competition, with a $600 prize up for grabs for

the most outstanding image!

For almost a decade, the Commission has been holding photo compe-titions every couple of years. Our last competition attracted a record

450 entries.

Photography is a powerful medium with a long history in the promotionand advancement of human rights around the world. Photos foster

empathy for the suffering and experience of others, community engage-ment and positive social change. No one can forget the impact of

photos such as Nick Ut’s famous photo The Terror of War of child KimPhuc after a napalm attack during the Vietnam War.

The theme for the 2017 competition is Home, inspired by EleanorRoosevelt’s famous quote “Where, after all, do universal human rights

begin? In small places, close to home..."

The shortlisted and winning photos to be displayed at the 2017Human Rights Awards on 8 December in Sydney.

So, what are you waiting for?

About the competition• Enter at https://photocompetition.humanrights.gov.au/

• There will be two categories for entries: Under 18 and 18 & over.• Overall winners will receive their prizes at the 2017 Human Rights

Awards on December 8 in Sydney. A selection of photos from theCompetition will also be on display.

• Main prizes worth $600.• The competition will close on 30 September 2017.If you have a query about the competition, please email

[email protected]

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Applications close: 5:00pm 17 July 2017

POSITION VACANT

Forty nine projects from acrossthe country will share in morethan $1.57 million of TurnbullGovernment funding to helpprotect, conserve and raise

awareness of places onAustralia’s National Heritage List.The National Heritage List nowcomprises 110 places of outstandingnatural, historic and Indigenoussignificance to Australia. These placeshelp define who we are, tell the story ofour country’s past, reflect our evolvingheritage and where we are going, andshowcase our achievements and naturalenvironment.

The funding announced today is providedthrough the 2016–17 rounds of theProtecting National Historic Sites and theCommunity Heritage and Icons Grantsprograms.

These programs assist community groups,individuals and local governments as well

as National Heritage List place siteowners and managers to deliver importantconservation work and activities thatsupport community engagement with andraise awareness of these places –contributing to their long-termsustainability.

Projects receiving funding include:

· $80,000 to develop a CulturalLandscape Management Plan, asrecommended in the KAVHA HeritageManagement Plan, for Kingston andArthurs Vale Historic Area, NorfolkIsland.

· $75,875 to upgrade disability accessto the House of Representatives andSenate Chambers, and Kings Hall, at OldParliament House, Canberra. A hearingloop system and supporting public addresssound systems will be installed to ensureaccess for people with hearing loss.

For more information go to: http://www.environment.gov.au/heritage/grants-and-funding

PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDADVERTISING


GRANTS

Infrastructure grantsavailable for sharedfabrication spaces

The South Australian Government isoffering up to $300,000 in grants toestablish community-based spaces forpeople to share skills, and design andprototype new ideas in a ‘makerspace’.

Green Industries SA is seeking to partnerwith organisations interested inestablishing shared fabrication spaces, or‘makerspaces’.

These spaces are open accesscommunity based workshops whereequipment, skills and training are centrallylocated and offer the public sharedaccess to a combination of equipment like3D printers and computer assisted designsoftware, as well as traditional machinesand tools normally only available inexpensive commercial settings.

Applications close 31 July. Formore information visit

www.greenindustries.sa.gov.au/funding

A ‘makerspace’ enables the communityto access diverse networks of people andskills to develop their ideas andprototypes, using high end equipment inan environment with a collaborativeculture focused on sharing skills andknowledge.

These spaces also provide opportunitiesfor tool/equipment libraries, fix-it clinics/repair cafes and other initiatives thatpromote a circular and collaborativeeconomy – reusing, repairing and fixingthings and transmitting the knowledge ofhow to do so.

Minister Ian Hunter said, “These grantshelp will identify and supportinfrastructure projects that encourageproduction and design in South Australia,boosting economic activity, extending thelife of materials and things, whilefostering innovation, collaboration andskills development.”

“Shared Fabrication Spaces are a greatreal world example of ‘zero waste’concepts like recycling and reuse but alsolower our carbon footprint by focusingon designing to ‘avoid’ and reduce’, ourconsumption, which contributes to thedevelopment of a circular economy inSouth Australia.”

PUBLIC NOTICEGRANTS

$1.57 MILLION GRANTSFUNDING FOR OUR

NATIONAL HERITAGELIST PLACES

Forty nine projects from across thecountry will share in more than $1.57million of Turnbull Government fundingto help protect, conserve and raiseawareness of places on Australia’sNational Heritage List.

The National Heritage List nowcomprises 110 places of outstandingnatural, historic and Indigenoussignificance to Australia. These placeshelp define who we are, tell the story ofour country’s past, reflect our evolvingheritage and where we are going, andshowcase our achievements and naturalenvironment.

The funding announced today isprovided through the 2016–17rounds of the ProtectingNational Historic Sites and theCommunity Heritage and IconsGrants programs.

These programs assist communitygroups, individuals and localgovernments as well as NationalHeritage List place site owners andmanagers to deliver importantconservation work and activities thatsupport community engagement withand raise awareness of these places –contributing to their long-termsustainability.

Projects receiving funding include:· $80,000 to develop a CulturalLandscape Management Plan, asrecommended in the KAVHA HeritageManagement Plan, for Kingston andArthurs Vale Historic Area, NorfolkIsland.

· $75,875 to upgrade disability accessto the House of Representatives andSenate Chambers, and Kings Hall, at OldParliament House, Canberra. A hearingloop system and supporting publicaddress sound systems will be installedto ensure access for people with hearingloss.

For more information go to: http://www.environment.gov.au/heritage/grants-and-funding

Face – Has the person’smouth drooped?

Arms – Can they lift botharms?

Speech – Is their speechslurred?

Do they understand you?

Use “FAST” toremember andrecognise the

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Last seen near the Coober PedyArea School & Police Station areas

REWARDMissing cat NamedOTA 0409 781 534

Little Miners: "Low flyingtime machine"

Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey MP saidthe Stronger Communities Programme, announcedin last year’s Budget will deliver its third round of

$150,000 to fund small capital projects in theelectorate.

“This is an exciting opportunity for small local groups towork with me to identify potential projects which willcontribute to our community’s long term vibrancy andviability,” Mr Ramsey said.

“I invite incorporated not-for-profit and local governmentorganisations to apply for funding by completing a projectproposal. As with the first two rounds I will be establishinga broadly based community consultation committee whowill prioritise the projects to be submitted to ensure thisfunding delivers the best possible outcomes for ourcommunity.”

“Identified applicants will then be invited to lodge a fullapplication to apply for funding of at least $2,500 and upto a maximum of $20,000 and must provide matchingcash or in-kind funding on at least a dollar for dollar basis.”

“It is important potential applicants contact my office on1300 301742 to ensure projects meet the eligibility criteriaand ask for an expression of interest form which must bereturned before 18th August 2017.”

Mr Ramsey said the applications would then be assessedagainst the Programme Guidelines by the Department ofInfrastructure and Regional Development to ensure thatapproved projects represent value for money.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the StrongerCommunities Programme guidelines and the FrequentlyAsked Questions which are available on theBusiness.gov.au website https://www.business.gov.au/Assistance/Stronger-Communities-Programme

Round 3 ofStronger

Communitiesprogramme

open for GreyThis week the Little Miners were working hard inthe front yard when the very unfamiliar sound of

two 1200hp Pratt and Whitney radial enginesboomed from overhead. They looked up to see a

very old and very large war bird flying over the topof their dugout!

With no time to don their helmets and high vis gear, theyjumped into their cars and made a b-line for the airport.

Upon arrival at the airport they were greeted with theamazing sight of a C-47 B Dakota taxiing down the runway.Once the aircraft had come to rest on the apron our luckyLittle Miners were invited out onto the tarmac to get apersonal tour of a wonderful piece of Australian militaryhistory.

This particular aircraft took it's first flight in 1945. It wasthe first Australian aircraft to enter the Vietnam war. Themonster worked for the Royal Australian Airforce rightup to 2000 when it was decommissioned and then lovinglyrestored by the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society.Making it's way around Australia for a month, CooberPedy was one of many stops on it's itinerary.

The Little Miners message this edition:

"Keep your eyes on the skies! Coober Pedy oftenplays host to some interesting aircraft as they stop to

refuel or visit. A visit to the airport always stirs theimagination of big and little kids alike and if you're

really lucky you just might get a look inside".

The amazing sight of a C-47 BDakota taxiing down the

Coober Pedy runway

Above: Inside the cockpit of the C-47 B Dakota

Right: The Little Miners tucked neatlyunder the wing looking like Little Pilots!

Little Minersfeeling the

excitement ofthe big war bird

Photos: Jason Wright


COOBER PEDY SHOOTERS CLUB

If you don’t have a firearm, come along and ourmembers will assist you with all enquiries.

Minimum age for shooting at the club is 10 yrs(Rifles) & 14 yrs (Pistols).

• ALL SHOOTERS MUST HAVE ZERO ALCOHOLLEVEL ON THE SHOOTING RANGE• PENALTY APPLIES INCLUDES: LOSS OFFIREARM LICENCE & FINES• RANDOM BREATH TESTING IS ENFORCED ATTHE CLUB

Any Enquires regarding sponsorships, donations,or shooting, please contact

John Di Donna 0427 649 389Email. [email protected]

Results Military Sponsored Saturday 1st July WinnersCongratulation to:

Suzy Chapman Scored 323.72nd Jamies Michie Scored 322.3

3rd Les Hoad Scored 307.6Results Military Sponsored Saturday 8th July Winners

Congratulation to:1st Dale Price Scored 359

2nd Allan Dawson Scored 341.33rd Chris Warrior Scored 340

Results Rim Fire 50m/55 Rounds Scoring & Avg.Group

Sponsored Sunday 9th July WinnersCongratulation to:

1st John Di Donna Scored 435.32nd Lashvan Poulivaan Scored 390.1

3rd Chris Warrior Scored 379Avg. Group 1st Lashvan Poulivaan

Avg. Group 12.61mm2nd John Di Donna

Avg. Group 13.88mm3rd Chris Warrior Avg. Group 20.99mm

Police remind members of the public tocall 131444 for Police assistance or 000

in the case of emergency.

If anyone has any information of criminalmatters in and around Coober Pedy

please contact Crime-Stoppers on 1800333 000 or ring the Coober Pedy Police

on 86725056.

Widespread changes have been made toconditional registration allowing more classic car

lovers to enjoy their hobby out on the road.

The changes remove red tape which prevents thousandsof car club members from accessing the limitedregistration scheme, which allows vehicles to be takenon the road a maximum of 90 days each year.

Previously historic vehicles were not allowed to besignificantly modified from their original design, meaningeven slight changes, such as installing an air conditioner,could prevent car owners from using the scheme.

The laws have also been changed to allow historic left-hand drive vehicles which have had safety upgrades, suchas better braking systems, to access the scheme.

The changes were developed in consultation with keystakeholders including car clubs and will:* Enable owners to improve the ride, handling and safetyof classic vehicles, as well make cosmetic enhancements* Move away from a fixed cut-off manufacture date of1979 to a rolling 30-year vehicle age* Reduce the administrative burden on motoring clubsby removing requirements to undertake vehicleinspections* Reduce limitations which ban left-hand drive vehicleswith safety improvements such updated braking systems

Conditional registration was introduced in 1992 and allowshistoric, left-hand and street rod vehicles to be driven onpublic roads for up to 90 days a year.

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The Coober Pedy Shooters would like to welcomeall the new shooters to our club.

There are currently 180 recognised motoring clubs inSA with approximately 15,000 vehicles registered underthe conditional registration scheme, comprising a mix ofhistoric, left-hand drive and street rod vehicles.

For vehicles which are rarely driven, the $91.45 annualcost is a significant saving over regular registration costs,which can be up to $846 for 6-cylinder vehicles.

Vehicles with major modifications such as engineupgrades or major structural changes will still be requiredto undergo safety inspections and obtain relevantapprovals to gain access to the road network.

Transport and Infrastructure Minister Stephen Mullighansaid, “The response from the South Australian motoringcommunity to this initiative has been overwhelming andit is incredibly pleasing to have been able to achievethese changes.”

“In particular Glenn Stankevicius from the StreetMachine Association of SA has been a driving force inlobbying for these changes on behalf of the thousandsof car lovers out there in South Australia.”

“Many of these vehicles haven’t been registered anddriven, and have been sat in sheds and garages becauseminor modifications meant they were not eligible forcheaper conditional registration which allows a vehicleto be driven up to 90 days a year.”


FRIDAYSTUESDAY

Check that your entries are stillcurrent

Story timeLions club9:00 am till 10:00 amAny age welcome

Lions clubWater safety program SUMMERONLY11.30am till 12.30pmStory timeLions club9:00 am till 10:00 amAny age welcome

Lions clubWater safety program SUMMERONLY11.30am till 12.30pm24 months to 36 months

TWIGHLIGHT GOLF with asocial ambrose 3 – 6 holecompetition from 6pm

CP SHOOTERS CLUB7pm Friday night Clay TargetShotgun

SUNDAYSPlay Gym TERM 3

SUNDAY GOLF

What’s OnWhat’s OnWhat’s OnWhat’s OnWhat’s On in the COOBER PEDYCOMMUNITY? & Visiting Services

SCHOOL TERM DATES

CATACOMB Church Serviceand Sunday School 9:30amSunday. Bus pickup available.Ph 8672 5038

CP SHOOTERS CLUBNo shooting over the holidaysbut pre-arranged shooting willtake place.

Ring John DiDonna on0427649389 or Susy Chapmanon 0401092264 to book a time ..

TAX & FINANCIAL

20172017201720172017Term 1: 30 January - 13 April

Term 2: 1 May - 7 July

National Walk Safely toSchool - Friday 19 May 2017

Term 3: 24 July - 29 Sept

Term 4: 16 Oct - 8 Dec

Active Girls Group 3:15-5:00pm; Ages 8-17 (SophieReynolds)

WEDNESDAY

Wednesday-Links 11:00 –2:00pm Ages 17 and older(Sophie Reynolds)

GREEK CLUB - Bingo 7.30 pm

Coober Pedy Scrabble7.30pm United Club .All skill levels welcome

AA Meeting7 pm Catholic ChurchPh no. 1800222222

Late Night Fridays 6:00 –10:00pm; 11-17(SophieReynolds)

Active Boys Group 3:15-5:00pm; Ages 8-17 (SophieReynolds)

GREEK HALL - WINTERCharcoal BBQ & Salad7pm every FRIDAY night

The next State electionwill be held on 17

March 2018

STATE ELECTIONS

COUNCIL ELECTIONS

The next Local Councilelections will take placeduring November 2018

IncorporatingWaters & Younger

Ph: 8291 2111 AdelaidePh: 8672 5979 Coober Pedy

Fax: 8291 2101

Mob: Richard 0422 428 850 [email protected]

Mob: Kezia 0414 522 [email protected]

2017 Visits to2017 Visits to2017 Visits to2017 Visits to2017 Visits toCoober PedyCoober PedyCoober PedyCoober PedyCoober Pedy

30 January - 8 February27 February - 3 March19 - 28 April29 May - 2 June

13 - 28 July14 - 18 August4 - 15 September16 - 28 October13 - 24 November4 - 8 December (to be confirmed)

Income tax returns lodged electronically for aprompt refund (within 14 days subject to ATO)

We also specialize in providing sound, practicalaccounting & taxation advice to individuals,families, businesses & SMSF’s

Other services provided –• preparation & lodgment of business activitystatements (BAS)• registration for ABN’s, GST and Tax FileNumbers• establishing new companies, superannuationfunds (SMSF) and trusts• superannuation advice• tax planning• preparation of budgets• general business advice• auditing• capital gains tax information, advice &record-keeping• estate planning (Wills etc)

CFS TRAINING Monday eachfortnight 7-9 pm. Call Wayne Borrett0439881049

Peer Support GroupYouth shed9:00 am till 10:00 amAny age welcome

Youth shedWater safety program SUMMERONLY10.30pm till 11.30pm36 months and up

MONDAY

Baby bounce10:00amlibrary

Contact the library staff on86724634Parent Education & SkillsGroup11:30 am till 1:30 pmAny ageWelcome

Lions clubLunch provided

THURSDAY

Little Musicians TERM 310:30 am till 11:15 amStarts term 2Any age welcomeCoober Pedy Area SchoolMeet at office

Water safety programSUMMER ONLY11.45am till 12.45pm12 months to 24 monthsCoober Pedy Area SchoolSwimming Pool

Community playgroup9am till 10:30amLibrary board room thenterm 2 in new kindy

SATURDAYS

Drop in Centre; 11:00 – 2:00;Ages 8-17 (Sophie Reynolds)

MINE RESCUE/SES Training(Alternate Saturdays)0427725446

CP SHOOTERS CLUBNo shooting over the holidaysbut pre-arranged shooting willtake place.Ring John DiDonna on0427649389 or Susy Chapmanon 0401092264 to book a time .

CROATION CLUBHappy HourSaturdays 6-7pm

REMAIN PARTOF YOUR

COMMUNITYThe Coober Pedy Regional Times

will record a passing if we hearabout it, and particularly wherefamilies choose to have their

relative acknowledged

The National BroncoBranding Championships

At William Creek on August 19th 2017.

Competitors from Queensland, NorthernTerritory and South Australia will becompeting. watch this space forinformation or contact Matt Williams on86707975.

Alice Springs Bronco Branding SaturdaySeptember 16th 2017

Oodnadatta Camp Draft and BroncoBranding Event dates: 14-Jul-2017 to15-Jul-2017

http://www.broncobrandingsa.com.au/oodnadatta-camp-draft-and-bronco-branding/


GUIDE TO SHOPS AND SERVICESIN COOBER PEDY

BOLAND BACKHOE SERVICESLocal family business with a Tip truck, backhoe and bobcatwith auger attachment for hire at reasonable rates. Availablefor hire to mining companies and pastoral properties

Contact Ken or NolaHome phone (08) 86723451Ken’s Mobile 0417828186

Located in IGA MALL

Affordable

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AccommodationOasis Tourist Park08 86725169RestaurantsOutback Bar & Grill

Opal ShopsJust OpalsSeven Stones Jewellers

Fuel OutletsOpal Miner’s EnterprisesBulls Garage

Other ServicesBridgestone TyresMik Lee @ BullsBoland Backhoe ServicesCoober Pedy Glass WorksMcArdle’s Freight

ClubsGreek Community 2St. Nicholas Street

Croation ClubRSL

EMERGENCY NUMBERS:Ambulance, Fire and Police - 000National Security Hotline: 1800123400

Police StationsCoober Pedy: 08 86725056Marla: 86707020Oodnadatta: 86707805

Coober Pedy Hospital 08 86725009

Coober Pedy School 08 86725077

District Council Coober Pedy: 86724600

Australia Post:Coober Pedy: 86725062Marla: 86707001Mintabie: 86705000Oodnadatta: 86707819

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• Fuel Gas Refills • General Engineering & Light Fabrication• Industrial & Hardware Supplies • Filters all types • Hydraulic Fittings

• Oils • Bearings • V Belts • Hosing • Air Fittings • Trailer Parts• Safety Gear • Chain Blocks • Slings • Rigging Gear • Cigweld Agent

OME OPENING HOURS:Mon - Fri 7.00am - 5.00pm

Sat 7.00am - 1.00pm; Sun Closed CHEAP FUEL

Searle Trading Pty Ltd/ Opal Miners' EnterprisesLot 1299 Old Water Tank Rd, Coober Pedy SA 5723

Phone: (08) 86725830 ABN: 44 761 266 367

The Opal Capital of the World

TTTTTourourourourourisisisisist Pt Pt Pt Pt ParararararkkkkkCoober Pedy 08 86 725 691

BULLS GARAGEOn-site Service Centre

*Phone: 86 725 036

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Charcoal BBQ & SaladEvery Friday night at

7pm

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