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JUNCTION JOURNAL

Volume 23 Issue 9 September 2014

Douglas Daly Annual Cricket Challenge

Sarah Measey, Merv Hughes and Marie Muldoon

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What a month September has been. The Annual Douglas Daly Cricket Match proved to be a sensational event for its 10th year. Congratulations to the local team who won with the huge score of …...ZERO...beating the sponsor’s score of –5. Thanks to Marie Muldoon for her many years of hard work organizing such a huge fundraising event for the benefit of the Douglas Daly community. Thanks also to the Douglas Daly Community Development Association for ensuring the event continues. It was a pleasure to see our special guest, Merv Hughes getting right into the action and spending a lot of time with the local children, helping them with their

cricketing skills. Hopefully the older kids took notice also so next year’s score will improve. The next Junction Journal will be out towards the end of the October. Email is preferred and if photos included please send as a separate file.

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10 YEARS AND NOT OUT! The 2014 Locals Versus Sponsors Cricket Match held on Saturday 6th September was everything we hoped it would be and more. We were honoured and delighted to welcome our special guest cricket superstar Mervyn Hughes. A right-arm fast bowler, Merv represented Australia between 1985 and 1994 in 53 test matches, taking 212 wickets. Merv also played 33 One Day Internationals, taking 38 wickets. Once again our incredibly generous sponsors provided cash and in kind goods. This year cash sponsorship totalled $28,625 and the auction raised $14,585 making this a record sponsorship pool of over $43,000. Over 160 adults and 40 children attended which was a record crowd at the Douglas Daly Cricket Ground.

The day began with the school kids having lunch with Merv, whilst hearing about his cricketing days and sharing jokes. The children then moved

onto the field to play a game of cricket with Merv. It was a typically hot September day so well done to all the kids and Merv for playing in the heat of the day. Soon after, the main game commenced with the two teams kitted out in their smart sponsor’s t-shirts and hats.

Geoff Daniels , Merv Hughes and Frank Wilson


Frank Wilson was nominated as team captain for the sponsors team and Peter Shotton was nominated as the fearless leader of the locals team. Ben Hindle from NTLEA provided the expert commentary for the game and Jo Rule and Annette Howie were the attentive scorers. Spoof and Trevor handled the umpiring with great flare keeping the scorers and players on their toes. The hard ground, concrete pitch, Bay 13 Grandstand, Top End Turf grassed bar area, TFS display, handcrafted wooden seagulls, booze buggy driven by Big Ben and friend, happy crowd, colourful sponsors banners and pretty umbrellas all provided a unique backdrop for our memorable 10th cricket match. Matt Brann from ABC Country Hour was on hand to capture the mood of the day, clink on this link if you missed the coverage http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-08/merv-hughes-douglas-daly-cricket-match/5728172

Dave Cannon from Cannon Street Catering in Darwin provided a wonderful Churrasco (Brazilian BBQ) evening meal which was a magnificent treat for everyone, particularly the local ladies who would have otherwise prepared the food.

Coin Toss — Peter Shotton, Merv Hughes, Frank Wilson and Sarah Measey


After dinner the match results were announced as the Locals (0) beating the Sponsors (-5). As Merv said “zero was always going to be a good score with so many lost wickets in the game”. Man of the Match (trophy thanks to Bonalbo) went to Josh from Noonamah Tavern and the Fastest Run Rate (Sid Parker memorial trophy thanks to S.E.A.L.S) went to Jake Timmers.

We then heard from Merv, a very entertaining dinner speaker, in sharing stories of his cricketing days had the crowd in stiches of laughter. It was a tremendous honour to have this great legend at our 10th cricket match.

Ben Hindle our champion auctioneer raised excellent money for the 26 lots. Included in the auction was a framed cricket bat signed by Adam Gilchrist and generously donated by Frank Wilson from TFS. Another special item of interest was donated by Mike and Margot Black and probably the world’s largest watermelon that actually raised $600. Later the relaxed crowd enjoyed the band (The Grind) and partied until the wee hours. Many camped the night. Thank you to everyone who contributed towards making our 10th Cricket Match such a great success! I would like to make special mention of this year’s TDDCDAI committee whose help was invaluable.

Most of all, thank you to our wonderfully supportive sponsors and all the generous auction bidders. See you all next year.

Marie Muldoon

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Douglas Daly School Welcomes the CSIRO for a Day of Robotics This month we welcomed Paul Lyons from the CSIRO in Darwin travel to work with our students to develop their knowledge of robots. The Transition and Year One students participated in the CSIRO Junior robotics program.These students engaged with the awesome “BeeBots.” They learnt about robots and developing many skills including literacy and numeracy, working collaboratively, problem-solving, spatial awareness and logical thinking. The Year

2-6 students discovered the applications and limitations of robots using Lego™ Mindstorms NXT robots. They learnt about robot programming, sensory inputs and redesigned the robot to improve its performance.

Greg Howard Visits Douglas Daly School In September, the students and staff at Douglas Daly School welcomed the new Flying Padre; Greg Howard. The students joined in with Greg to sing the songs Great Big God, The Lord is my Strength and 10, 9, 8, God is Great. The students also listened to the bible story; Daniel in the Lion’s Den, and participated in related activities. All of the students enjoyed the Padre’s visit; especially Amelia as it was her 10th birthday. We all look forward to his next visit to our school soon.

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Support these Cricket Sponsors


Please support these sponsors as their kind generosity at the recent cricket match will benefit all in the Douglas Daly. Tune in next month to

learn more about our sponsors.

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The Douglas Daly Cricket Challenge The rules are quite simple. Teams are allocated shirts and captains are appointed. After team photos they head on out to the cricket pitch (thanks to Boral) where the crowd, scorers, umpires and drink buggy are eagerly awaiting the serious play to commence.

Each batting pair must stay on the ground for four overs only. Their batting score depends on how well they bat and run and how good they are in not getting out. Each time you get out your score decreases by 5 so it is common for you to leave the ground with a negative run rate.

2005 – 19th November -- AustAsia Cricket Challenge

Score: Sponsors defeated Locals

Agent’s Team: Dave O’Hare (Captain), Shaun Healy, Charlie (Landmark), Andy Gray, Rob Lenny, Russel Simpson, Russel Pickter, Stuart Smith, Colin Williams, James Smith, Bernie Brosnan, Sigrid and Monique.

Douglas Daly Team: Phil Howie (Captain), Dan Thomson, Brett Gill, Sam McBean, Sean Reed, Rene Hoos, Tom Robertson, Bob McDonald, Jed O’Brien, Chris Collins, Peter Shotton, Chris Muldoon and ringin Paul McCormick (AustAsia)

Umpire: Steve Grose (Mr Spoof)

2006 – 7th October – Boral Cricket Match and the brand new cricket pitch

Score: Locals defeated Sponsors

From Marie Muldoon’s 2006 report –”Peter Shotton (aka Merv Hughes) was awarded Man of the Match for his outstanding manoeuvres and talent throughout the game.”

Umpire: Steve Grose (Mr Spoof)

2007 – 18th August

Score: Sponsors 105 defeated Locals 65

Man of the Match: Matt Dennis

Other outstanding players: Best Bowler – Ewan Crook (5/14) and Best Batsman – Chris Howie (26 runs)

Other Plays of the day: (1) Highest batting partnership – Dave Foelish & Nick Lovering (38 runs). (2) Lowest batting partnership – Keith Phelps & Dan Thomson (-10 runs)

Umpires: Steve Grose (Spoofy), Doug McKean


2008 – 16th August – Bishop Contracting Cricket Match

Score – Locals 105 defeated Sponsors 38

The introduction of the seagulls (aka blow up ones)– whoever hit one got a free drink as well as the introduction of a drinks buggy that on request drove onto the field to replenish the player’s thirst.

Man of the Match: Gus Harris (12 runs and 2/9)

Outstanding play: Best Batsman -- Shaun Healy (25 runs), Best Bowler – Sean Reed (2/8), Best Catch – Matt Dennis

Other Plays of the day: (1) Matt Dennis hit all the beers at the bottom of the stumps BUT missed the stumps. (2) Dan Thomson disagreed with the umpires on the first ball received. (3) Faye clean bowled Craig – after ball bounced 4 times and (4) Spoofy dropped a catch as all good umpires do!

Umpires: Chris Muldoon and Steve Grose (Mr Spoof)

2009 – 12th September

Score – Locals 191 defeated Sponsors 140

Douglas Daly Team: Robert Parker, Ross Parker, Sam McBean, Chris Collins, Tim Whatley, Josh Farrell, Jed O’Brien, Nick Lovering, JP Carroll, Brett Gill, Mike Black and Phil Howie.

Sponsor’s Team: Ewan Crook, Heidi Holmes, Shaun Healy, Andy Gray, Caroline Wright, Faye Hartley, Brooke Hartley, Matt Dennis, Louise Orwin, Joe Scotney, CJ Whap, Naish Bourcher and Dan Thomson.

Outstanding players of the day: Chris Collins and Sam McBean (best partnership = 51 runs), Nick Lovering (best batsman = 30 runs) and Josh Farrell and Shaun Healy (3 wickets each)

Umpires: Chris Muldoon, Steve Grose (Mr Spoof)


Score: Locals 110 defeated sponsors 37

Outstanding play: Highest batsman – Bruiser (36). Best partnerships – Brad and Bruiser (36) and locals David Patience & Mike Black (31). Most catches – Rooster (4). Bowling – Peter Shotton (4/4) and Ben Thomson (1/1)

Umpires: Doug McKean, Bob McDonald



Score – Sponsors 90 defeated Locals 72.

Man of the Match – Malcom Baker – 41 runs and 3 wickets

Other Outstanding players – Jed Fawcett (6 wickets), Dan Thomson (hat trick) and Tom Conroy (caught & bowled a player and scored numerous 4s)

Umpires: Doug McKean, Trevor Phelps


Score: Sponsors defeated Locals

Man of the Match: Chris Howie

Umpires: Trevor Phelps, Doug McKean


Scores: Sponsors defeated locals

Man of the Match: (Bonalbo Trophy) Callen Free

Umpires: Gordon Coward and Trevor Phelps

Seagulls once again make an appearance in abundance.


Scores: Locals (zero) defeated Sponsors (-5)

Man of Match: (Bonalbo Trophy) Josh from Noonamah Tavern

Fastest Run Rate: (Sid Parker Memorial Trophy) Jake Timmers

Umpires: Trevor Phelps and Steve Grose (Spoof)

Teams: Locals -- Peter Shotton (Captain), Ash, Dan Thomson, Chad Marriott, Sam McBean, Justin Stone, Brett Gill, Jacob Farrell, Steve Brosnan, Gordon Coward, Mike Black, Jo Farrell, Leanne Johnson, Jake Timmers, Michael Nelson, Max Berry Porter.

Sponsors -- Frank Wilson (Captain), Kevin Philips, Matt Brann, Terry, Geoff, Sean Healy, Patrick Underwood, Freedy (Tipperary), Fergal, Andrew Simon, Josh (Noonamah), Matt Barns, Dan, Ian O’Callaghan, Rohan Smith, Cal (Tipperary)

Special guest playing for both teams – Merv Hughes

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Sorry this edition of the Junction Journal is late.

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Douglas Daly Community Hall Cleaning Roster

October — Joe Scotney & CJ Whap, Chris & Marie Muldoon

November — Scott Rixon, Sue Shotton, Chris Hazel, Rooster & Steve Brosnan

Meet your new Douglas Daly Community Development Association Committee

Chairman — Sam McBean

Vice Chairman — Kevin Philip

Secretary — Suzanne Gill

Treasurer — Sarah Measey

Committee

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Ash Elsum Justine Stone Kerry Harlan

Gordon Coward Steve Brosnan

Footy Tipping Final Congratulations to the lucky top three footy tipping people who must wait till the NRL finals on Sunday to see who will be the winners. Sean and Murray neck to neck with Marie following closely. Many thanks to Mary-Jane Nunn for another well run footy tipping competition.


Douglas Daly Weather Report Well the weather is certainly heating up with the humidity rising and we are edging closer to the silly season. August September Max Temp: 35.0 o C (2nd) Max Temp: 39.7 o C (21st) Min Temp: 5.8 o C (23rd) Min Temp: 9.9 o C (1st) Mean Temp Range: 12.4—32.2 o C Mean Temp Range: 16.4—37.3 o C Max Wind Run: 50 km/hr ESE (13th) Max Wind Run: 46 km/hr ESE (19th) Rainfall: nil Rainfall: nil Mean Rainfall: 1.4 mm Mean Rainfall: 4.3 mm Highest Rainfall: 21.4 mm (2007) Highest Rainfall: 37.6 mm (1996) Highest Daily Rain: nil Highest Daily Rain: nil Highest recorded daily rain: Highest recorded daily rain: 13.4 mm (18/08/2007) 37.2 mm (29/09/1986) Raindays: nil Raindays: nil Rainfall for season 13/14: 1422.2 mm Rainfall for season 12/13: 976.0 mm Rainfall for 2014 calendar year: 1015.0 mm Rainfall for 2013 calendar year: 1036.6 mm Mean rainfall per calendar year: 1206.0 mm Highest rainfall per calendar year: 1939 mm (2011) Lowest rainfall per calendar year: 640.5 mm (1970)

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