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Boyup Brook

Volume 23

Issue 9

Sept 2015

86 ABEL ST BOYUP BROOK WA 6244 PH 08 9765 1169 FAX 08 9765 1340 EMAIL: gazette@boyupbrook.org

INSIDE THIS MONTH Pg 2 My Inbox / Calendar Pg 3 Seeking Student Stories Pg 4-5 Shire Matters Pg 6-8 About Town Pg 9 Business Spotlight Pg 11 Soil Health Doctor Pg 11 Blackwood Taste Popular Pg 12 Wildflower Watch

Pg 12 CWA Celebrates 85 Years Pg 13 Bootscooting to Live Lighter Pg 13 APRA AMCOS Funds Pg 14 Robbers in our Bush Pg 14 Hopes for Further Funds Pg 15 Adventures Continue for ELC Pg 16-17 CRC Newsletter Pg 18 CRC Guide Dog Challenge

Pg 19 Student Writing Challenge Pg 20 State Soil Health Champions Pg 21 Consider Volunteer Pg 21 UBAS Update Pg 22 Playgroup Pitter Patter Pg 22 Garden Club Cuttings Pg 23 Museum News / RFDS Pg 23 App for Learning Potential

Pg 24 Stay Smart Online Comp Pg 24 Poems by Chick Pg 25 Healing Priest Visit Pg 26 Visitor Centre News Pg 27 Be Still / Church Notices Pg 27 Meals on Wheels Pg 29–31 Sport - Football, Cricket, Golf, Hockey, Clay Target, Tennis, Netball

Sandakan Memorial Service

Everyone is welcome to attend the Sandakan Memorial Service at Sandakan Park, Abel Street, Boyup Brook on 8th September 2015 at 11am.

Light refreshments will be provided at the conclusion of the Ceremony.

National Hockey Call Up for Angela

After a stellar performance at the School Sport Australia 16 Years and Under Hockey Championship in August, Boyup Brook’s Angela Chilwell has been named in the Australian Schoolgirls hockey team to travel to South Africa in June 2016.

The not-yet-16 year old scored two goals in the week long Championship in which Western Australia finished fourth.

Playing at the Perth Hockey Stadium, Angela said, “It was awesome to play in front of a home crowd. It made the game a lot easier feeding off the crowd's encouragement.”

In preparation for the Championship, Angela focused on her personal fitness, nutrition requirements and skills, along with training every Sunday morning and Wednesday night and playing in occasional scratch matches.

Currently a Year 10 boarder at St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls, balancing her school work, Club hockey, State hockey and other commitments (including a school rowing team) was a challenge. She said, “I made sure whenever I had spare time I would get work done to keep on top.” This meant late nights, early mornings and even turning down social outings with her boarding mates to be at her best for trials and scratch matches - a real tribute to her dedication.

But it was all worth it with Angela saying “It was one of the most enjoyable hockey tournaments, I loved every second of it.”

Angela joins two of her Western Australian teammates, Isabella Suleski and Renee Rockliffe in the eighteen girl national team. When her name was announced, the teenager squealed with her teammates and found herself holding back tears of happiness.

Mum, Ros Chilwell was also quite emotional as she witnessed the announcement, but overwhelmed with absolute pride and excitement, especially as WA had not done as well in the event as they would have liked. Ros commented, “It was also a great sense of pride to our community, as a lot of Angela's attributes have evolved from wonderful role models coming through the Boyup Junior and Women's teams, and she will always be very proud of that.”

A meeting was held during the event for parents to outline pathways for the athletes and it was stressed how important it is to keep a balance of activities in their lives, to which Ros said, “It looks like she won’t be giving up her spot on the tailing cradle anytime soon!”

As the 2015 recipient of the Shire of Boyup Brook’s Young Achiever of the Year, Angela continues to demonstrate the qualities which earned her this title and with her whole-hearted commitment and work ethic, she is destined to achieve great results.

Above: Boyup Brook’s Angela Chilwell in action against NSW in the School Sport Australia 16 Years and Under Hockey Championship

Photo credit: Right Photos

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 2

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

September

2nd Fetter Chiropractic @ CRC 9am-1pm

3rd Ladies Golf - Club Day

3rd Playgroup - Celebrate Fathers Day

3rd Junior Netball 1st Final

3rd BB Cricket Club AGM @ 7:30pm

4th Kids Club @ Baptist Church 3:30pm-5pm

4th BBDHS Musical Evening 6-7:30pm @ Primary School Hall

5th Men’s Golf - Connor’s & Parker’s Trophy

5th Golf - Foodbank Drive, sponsored by Hon. Colin Holt MLC

5th Junior Hockey Semi Final - 9:15am @ Hockey Ground

5th Football - LSWJFL Grand Final @ Deanmill 10:45am

7th Assistance with Care and Housing for the Aged @ CRC 11am

8th Sandakan Memorial Service - 11am @ Sandakan Park

8th Garden Club meeting @ Pat and Gordon Ross’s

8th Junior Netball 2nd Final

8th BB Club AGM @ 7:30pm

10th Ladies Golf - MacNeils Trophy

10th Playgroup - Rhyme Time with Gaye Reibau

10th Junior Netball Grand Final

11th Electric Car available for viewing at CRC from 10:30am

12th Junior Hockey Final and Presentations 9:15am

12th Men’s Golf - Quarter and Semi Finals

12th Football - LSWFL Grand Final @ BB

16th Fetter Chiropractic @ CRC 9am-1pm

16th Indulge Your Senses for Guide Dogs @ CRC 1pm

17th Herbal Remedies Workshop @ CRC 10am

17th Ladies Golf - Semi-finals Championship

17th Playgroup - Manjimup Timber Park and Playground visit

17th Shire meeting @ 5.00pm in the Boyup Brook Chambers

19th BB Women’s Hockey Club 70th Anniversary Luncheon

19th Men’s Golf - Finals - All divisions 36 Holes

19th Football - Presentation Night @ 6pm

20th Gazette Deadline

23rd BB Health Auxiliary AGM @ Citizens’ Lodge 2pm

24th Ladies Golf - Finals Championship

24th Playgroup - Indoor and Outdoor play

25th Last day of School Term 3

26th Men’s Golf - Atherton Transport/Boyup Brook Concrete

30th Deadline for BBDHS ex-student story submissions

30th Fetter Chiropractic @ CRC 9am-1pm

See page 7 for a list of weekly events

To include your event, email gazette@boyupbrook.org

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My Inbox….

Irony is a funny thing. As I wrote the editorial for last month, we hadn’t had rain, but the day we printed it bucketed! Someone was trying to have the last laugh! But Spring is here and personally, it’s my favourite time of year.

September is a very busy month in Boyup as we finish up another school term and many winter sports. All the best to our juniors who are competing in football, hockey and netball finals.

The Sandakan Memorial service will be held on September 8 at 11am. It is a very special event on the Boyup Brook calendar and I encourage you to attend.

The Local Government election is also around the corner. If you would like to nominate for Council, please contact the Shire.

The October Gazette will be in the hands of my trusty CRC staff as I head to Brisbane to compete in the National Masters Hockey Championships. Please direct any queries to Jackki.

Wishing all of the Dad’s out there a happy Fathers Day!

Cheers, Jodi

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Lifeline 13 11 14

Rural Link 1800 552 002

Samaritans Crisis Line 9381 5555

Suicide Call Back Line 1300 659 467

St Vincent de Paul (Bridgetown) 9761 2596

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 3

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Seeking Stories of Former Students

Do you know a former student of the Boyup Brook District High School who has achieved great things?

As part of a small grant obtained by the BBDHS P&C, some of the more notable, interesting, colourful, awarded and fabulous members of the school alumni are to be honoured.

A Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal grant has allowed us to fund an ‘avenue of honour’ project, to tie in with the school’s ‘Masterplan’ improvement blueprint. As suggested in the plan, an avenue of trees has recently been planted along the driveway into the Middle School campus, off Beatty Street. Each tree will be accompanied by a small plaque to celebrate the life of a former student of the school.

So, with the trees now in, we need to identify some worthy ex-students, whose achievements in life can be documented and listed on the ‘alumni honour plaques’.

The project aims to help us celebrate the long, proud history of education in Boyup Brook.

From the school’s inception in 1900, thousands of students have completed some, or all, of their education there.

If you know of any alumni, from any one of the decades of the BBDHS history, who has achieved something fabulous, please let us know. Whether it be an achievement of international significance, one of great local value, an act of immeasurable valour or kindness, or an achievement made despite great adversity, we’d love to know about it.

The name, estimated date of attendance at the school and a brief description of the person’s life is all we require.

To make a suggestion, please contact project coordinator, Jennifer Staniforth-Smith, via phone on 9767 1329 or email dinninuphill@activ8.net.au. Alternatively, just send a note in to the school.

Please make your suggestions by or before September 30.

The BBDHS alumni community is now spread far and wide, with many great stories evolving from their achievements. Please help us tell a few of these stories as part of this simple project.

Jennifer Staniforth-Smith

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 4

Your Boyup Brook Shire Council Matters

country choice Welcome to the latest Council news items and information on ‘

what’s going on at your shire’!

Shire of Boyup Brook Council Chambers, Abel Street, PO Box 2, Boyup Brook WA 6244

Telephone: 08 9765 1200 Fax: 08 9765 1485

Web site www.boyupbrook.wa.gov.au shire@boyupbrook.wa.gov.au

Council Minutes Please see the minutes at the front counter or on the website from the Council Meetings held in 2015.

General Business That the following meeting dates and times apply for the 2015 year: Held at 5.00pm in the Boyup Brook Chambers 17 September 2015 15 October 2015 19 November 2015 17 December 2015

Residents are welcome to attend the meetings and raise any issues with Council.

Waste Collection/Recycling Council resolved to contract with Perthwaste for the kerbside bin collection services and for the supply of bins. The current arrangement with Warren Blackwood Waste is set to end with the last service from that company Thursday 17 September 2015. Warren Blackwood Waste will be removing its wheelie bins on that day or sometime soon afterward.

Council is purchasing a new stock of bins and each property to be serviced will receive a red topped bin for general waste and a yellow topped bin for recycling. These new bins will be distributed before the first Perthwaste service is conducted in the week Commencing 21/9/2015. Collection day will move from Thursday to Wednesday and the first service with Perthwaste will be Wednesday 23/9/2015. The service that week will be the general waste and the recycling, and so you will need to put both bins out that day. The following week - Waste only will be collected on Wednesday 30 /9/2015 and the week after – Waste and Recycling collected Wednesday 7/10/2015. From then Waste Weekly and Recycling Fortnightly.

Warren Blackwood Waste are looking to place some of its old bin stock in the Shire transfer station and make arrangements for the Lions to sell them on their behalf. Assuming the arrangements are made, there should be an opportunity to purchase used wheelie bins at the transfer station from late September.

The new services will be provided to properties already serviced by the current kerbside bin collection done by Warren Blackwood Waste.

Sandakan Memorial Service Everyone is welcome to attend the Sandakan Memorial Service at Sandakan Park, Abel Street, Boyup Brook on 8th September 2015 at 11am. Light refreshments will be provided at the conclusion of the Ceremony.

Local Government Elections 17 October 2015 Enrolling to Vote You may be eligible to be enrolled to vote in the following in person Local Government elections on 17 October 2015 if you live in or are an owner or occupier of rateable property in the district of the relevant Local Government.

Residents You are automatically enrolled to vote if you are on the State Electoral Roll as at 5.00pm 28 August 2015. If you are not already on the State Electoral Roll but meet the eligibility criteria for this Roll, a claim for enrolment can be made to any Divisional Returning Officer of the Australian Electoral Commission in Western Australia. Forms are available from all post offices or the Western Australian Electoral Commission and must be completed and reach a Divisional Returning Officer by 5.00pm Friday 28 August 2015.

Non-Resident Owners & Occupiers If you are a non-resident owner or occupier of rateable property in your Local Government area and are on the State or Commonwealth Electoral Roll, you are eligible to enrol to vote and should make an enrolment application to the Local Government. If you are not on the State or Commonwealth Electoral Roll and own or occupy rateable property in a particular Local Government, you may be eligible to enrol to vote if you were on the Local Government’s last electoral roll prior to May 1996. Please contact the particular Local Government for details. Owners of land who were on the last roll of the Local Government continue to retain that status until they cease to own the rateable property which the enrolment relates.

Occupiers do not have continuous enrolment and should contact their particular Local Government to confirm their enrolment status. To be eligible to enrol as an occupier, you will need to have a right of continuous occupation under a lease, tenancy agreement or other legal instrument for at least the next 3 months following the date of the application to enrol.

Joint Owners and Occupiers If a rateable property is owned or occupied by more than two people, a majority of the owners/occupiers may nominate two persons from amongst themselves who are on either the State or Commonwealth Electoral Roll, to enrol as owner/occupier electors.

Corporations A body corporate that owns or occupies rateable property may nominate two people who are on either the State or Commonwealth Electoral Roll to enrol as owner/occupier electors.

Enrolment Forms Enrolment claim forms can be obtained from Local Government or Australian Electoral Commission offices and should be lodged with the particular Chief Executive Officer by 5.00pm Friday 28 August 2015. If you registered for the 2013 elections or since that time you do not need to register.

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Shire Council Matters are printed as received and no changes are made or edited. Only formatting has occurred to fit the space.

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 5

Your Boyup Brook Shire Council Matters

country choice Welcome to the latest Council news items and information on ‘

what’s going on at your shire’!

Councillors Corner - Cr Tom Oversby

Hi there everyone. First the good news, prices at your Swimming Pool have come down which is as follows:- 2015/16 Season Tickets Adult Entry $5.00 1 Adult only $120.00 Spectator entry $2.00 Family, Single - Adult & Child 10 years of age or more $125.00 Concession $2.50 Family (includes 2 adults & all children under the age of 16 + $225.00

Child to 5 years FREE children over age of 16 who attend a high school, all living in the

Child entry 6-17 $2.50 same residence) Adult 10 day pass $40.00 Family Concession Card Holder - 1 Adult & all children $115.00

Child 10 day pass 6-17 years $20.00 under 16 attending school & all living in the same residence

School Group – Entry fee for accompanying parents $2.00 Single Pensioner Concession Card or Health Care Card $65.00 Holder Pensioner Couple with Concession Cards/Health Care $120.00 Cards

Council is pleased to announce these reductions and it is hoped that more people will participate and use our Swimming Pool.

I was fortunate to attend the WALGA Convention week with Cr Kaltenrieder, Cr Aird and Cr O’Hare. It was great to liaise with like minded people from other Councils, especially country residents who have very similar issues of population decline, medical services and quality of life generally. Justin Langer was the guest speaker at the breakfast and entertained us all with lessons on life and raising 4 daughters.

Finally it is good to see more rain around lately, some crops are looking very good but if we don’t get more, there could be water problems next summer.

The Sandakan Memorial Service will be held on the 8th September 2015 along with the Sandakan scholarship being presented.

Until next time take care and God bless.

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 6

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT

Mader (Nee Lloyd) Jeremy and Kelly joyfully (although belatedly) announce the safe and natural arrival of their beautiful daughter Ella Harper, little sister for Nate. Born in Busselton hospital on April 1st 2015, weighing 8lbs 6oz (3.9kg). Heartfelt thanks go to everyone who believed in and supported our birth plan and for your thoughts, prayers, gifts and meals.

Funnell (Elliott) Rachael and Heath welcome with love Jack William. Born at St John’s Geraldton on 07.08.15 weighing 10lb 3oz. A precious Grandson for Les and Helen.

Ethel Loder Peter and Sue wish to thank Dr Mel, Dr Geyer, the nurses and staff of the Boyup Brook Hospital for taking care and looking after mum while she was there for the nine years.

We also thank the community of Boyup Brook for their cards, prayers and support after her passing.

Molly Askew The Askew family would like to thank all the kind well-wishers, cards and flowers sent to us on the passing of wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother Molly Askew.

Special thanks to the doctors and staff at the hospital, HACC and Lodge for all their care and support in the last few months.

I would like to thank everyone for all their kind thoughts and kind words at this very sad time, of the passing of my mum Sylvia Maloney. May she rest in peace, loved you very much mum.

I would like to thank all the people who had to come out. From the ambulance girls, the Boyup Brook Police, Williams Police, the Doctors, both of them, for all their hard work for trying to make mum better and taking care of her for the past few months. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.

Big thank you to all the organisations in town for all their support, Red Hat, quilting ladies, Tourism association and all mum’s friends for coming to the Funeral. Thank you everyone.

Debbie

Thank you to all the kind people for all the cards, messages, phone calls, flowers and for attending the funeral of our beautiful Miranda.

It has been a comfort to us and a huge tribute to a very special and much loved daughter.

Thank you to everyone who asked about our grand daughter Sophie after the accident. She is coping well with plasters and the body brace and making a good recovery.

Big brother Lincoln and dad Chris are also coping well.

Robin and Darryl Gibbs

Helen Shields and family would sincerely like to thank Dr Geyer and Dr Mel, the staff of the Medical Centre and the Boyup Brook Hospital, Palliative Care, Blackwood Health and St John's Ambulance volunteers for their support and care of Robert over the past 5 years.

The Palliative Care Unit at the hospital is amazing. It was wonderful for our family to spend time with Robert, during his last week, in such a supportive, caring environment.

Thank you also to everyone who attended Robert's funeral and sent their condolences.

It has been very much appreciated and goes to show how blessed we are to live in this community.

THANK YOU

WANTED

Old Honda 125 parts or wrecks - to assist in restoration Any B.S.A. Bantam parts - in any condition

Contact John : 9765 3103

HOUSE FOR SALE

37 Jayes Road Boyup Brook $215,000 Location, location. Well maintained 3 x 1 home with a sleep out, two bay carport and a wrap around driveway available to purchase. Walk to the shops, sit on the front deck and admire the rural views or tinker in the large powered shed. Established, easy care gardens would suit a retiree or as a holiday home. Call Stephen Nagy 0427 297554 to arrange a viewing today.

GARARGE SALES

Boyup Brook

Saturday 5th September 8am-5pm Sunday 6th September 11am-5pm

Generator 5kva $750, Saxon Wood Heater $1000, Chef Gas Stove $300, Husqvarna Pruner $800, McNaught 200L. Drum Pump, Orchard Ladder, Steel Footings (new), Doors (glass, wooden and wire), Electric Heaters, Goal Ring and Pole, Swing. Garden Seat, Dog Kennel, Dog Car Barriers, Cash Register Drawers (ideal for stall holders), Kitchen Sink Top, Wardrobes, Cupboards, Household Items, Knickknacks and lots more. Don’t miss a bargain.

See Claire Diggins—Opposite Boyup Brook Cemetery and next door to Boyup Brook Recycling Station.

37 Jayes Road Boyup Brook Saturday 12th September 9am - 1pm

All items must go.

Thank You Notices ~ Anniversaries Births ~ Engagements ~ Birthdays

ALL INCLUDED FREE OF CHARGE

We’d love to help you share your news.

Email gazette@boyupbrook.org or drop in to the CRC.

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 7

Red Cross Senior Housing Aid

Are you a Senior and having difficulty maintaining your tenancy? What are the options for you?

Information Session at CRC on Sept 7th from 11am

Boyup Brook’s Weekly Events

Monday Association Croquet - 9am Craft Hut - 10am Boyup Brook Vet Clinic

Tuesday Golf Croquet - 9am Games at the Citizens’ Lodge (1-3pm) Choristers @ Lodge - 3rd week Pistol Club

Wednesday Social Badminton - 9am Museum Open - 10am-3pm Computer Club @ CRC - 12noon-2pm

Thursday Town Rubbish Collection Golf Croquet - 9am Playgroup - 10am-12noon (during term) Craft Hut - 10am Museum Open – 10am-3pm St John Ambulance Sub Centre Open Junior football training Junior hockey training Men’s Association Meet - 5:30pm - 1st BBQ Free

Friday Association Croquet - 9am Senior’s Discount Day at IGA Museum Open - 10am-5pm Boyup Brook Club Members’ Night

Saturday Church Services Junior Hockey Junior Football

Sunday Church Services Social Bowls - 1pm

For a more detailed calendar of monthly events, see page 2. To add your weekly event to the list, email gazette@boyupbrook.org

COMMUNITY NOTICES

Maroo Wildlife Refuge Quiz Night

At the Perup, Nature’s Guest House October 10th 2015 Quiz starts at 6pm

An opportunity not to be missed. Have fun while supporting our native rehabilitation

Quiz only $10/person – Tables of 8 or Special Package* - $70/person Includes backpacker style accommodation with some Double/Family

rooms available. Saturday Dinner, Quiz, Sunday Breakfast, Guided nature walk and

Presentation. BYO Snacks and Drinks

There will be Door Prizes, an Auction, Raffle and lots of fun. For enquiries and bookings please contact Anne on 9769 1134

(Booking Essential)

For directions please email: maroowildliferefuge@bigpond.com

Boyup Brook DHS would like to invite all members of the community to a

free community

WHEN: Friday 4th September

TIME: 6 - 7:30pm

WHERE: Boyup Brook PS Hall

PUBLIC NOTICES

Boyup Brook Health Services Auxiliary AGM

The Annual Meeting of the Boyup Brook Health Services Auxiliary, will be held on Wednesday, 23rd September, 2015,

in the Thompson Room, at the Citizens’ Lodge commencing at 2pm. New members are always welcome.

Boyup Brook Club Inc AGM

Boyup Brook Club Inc AGM to be held on Tuesday Night 8th September 2015 starting at 7:30pm

for Financial Members only. Any questions, please do not hesitate to call Lizz on 0427 566 196

Boyup Brook Women’s Hockey Club 70th Anniversary Luncheon

Saturday, September 19 11am at the Boyup Brook Club

Anyone who has been involved with the Women’s Hockey Club is welcome to attend.

Contact Tara Reid 9765 1424 or Kylie Bleechmore 9767 2055

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 8

Classified Rates and Letters to the Editor

Births, Engagements, Thank You, Wanted etc. - FREE

All other notices (For Sale, Employment, AGM etc.) - 1st three lines: $10 min charge, Each line thereafter: $2

Letters to the Editor are welcome, however, please limit to 100 words. Disclaimer: The views expressed are not those of The Boyup Gazette.

Tom’s Bakehouse

NOW OPEN 72 Abel St Boyup Brook (next to hotel)

Fresh Daily Bread and Savoury products

Cakes, Pies, Pasties and Sausage Rolls

Open: Monday - Friday 6am-4pm

Saturday 7am-2pm

BOYUP BROOK DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL

Kindergarten enrolments are now being

accepted for 2016 Boyup Brook District High School is an Independent Public School,

catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 10.

At Boyup Brook District High School, we aim to give your child a positive start to schooling in a friendly, safe and supportive environment. We believe education is a partnership between parents and teachers and value communication. We have excellent facilities with a new purpose built Early Childhood Centre and playground. The dedicated staff at Boyup Brook District High School have high expectations of themselves and are reflective lifelong learners who are always trying to improve student learning. They have high standards and encourage children to achieve their full potential.

Transition to School Programs at Boyup Brook District High School

Boyup Brook District High School runs an Early Start Program for children aged 0 to 4 years of age. This Program is designed to help develop important social skills and assist with readiness for school. We offer information, assistance and support to families dealing with important early years milestones. This great program is free of charge and is available to everyone.

Address: 77 Barron Street, Boyup Brook WA 6244 Telephone: (08) 9765 0000 (Middle School)

(08) 9765 0032 (Primary School) Website: www.boyupbrookdhs.wa.edu.au

Please contact our friendly reception staff to discuss our enrolment process or visit our website for information: www.boyupbrookdhs.wa.edu.au

PathWest

is open for business at the Boyup Brook Hospital every week day morning

Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 11:00am

Boyup Brook Medical Services

To all Mums and Dads: Boyup Brook Medical Services provides childhood

immunisations (no cervical cancer). All patients under 16 years of age are bulk billed.

St John Ambulance First Aid Kits

30% discount off our range for Boyup Brook Residents. We have a variety of leisure, home, work place and vehicle kits. Drop in to the Sub Centre on Thursdays to have a look at our range OR phone 9765 2155 / email: ambosbb@westnet.net.au Price lists / kit descriptions can be posted out.

COMMUNITY NOTICES

Results of St Mary's Parish Raffle

Drawn on Saturday August 15 First Prize: Full load of fire wood Su Lamb Second prize: Half load of fire wood Joan Hallett Third prize: Box of goodies Trish Pottinger

The wood was kindly donated by Ian Affleck, of Wilga. Thank you Boyup Brook, on behalf of Linda's House of Hope, for your generosity.

Spring is Here!

Make a note in your diary to attend the St Saviour’s Anglican Church Spring Garden Festival

Boyup Brook on 10th October, 9am - 3pm.

on the lawns of the Church and Rectory, corner of Bridge and Barron Streets.

“Caring for Creation”

There is no entry fee. Come and browse among the stalls of arts, crafts, gardening tools and plants, local food products,

composting, recycling, portable gardens, sausage sizzle, tea, coffee and ‘nibbles’ and much more.

For further information contact Adrian Price ph 0428 680 008 or

email: adrianpriceaoy@bigpond.com

COMMUNITY NOTICES

Litter Prevention & Waste Reduction

Pack a waste-free lunch avoiding individual packets, plastic bags or

cling wrap. Pack in reusable containers or wraps.

Source: http://www.kabc.wa.gov.au/

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 9

A monthly advertorial feature to profile Boyup Brook’s local businesses. To include your business, please contact 9765 1169 or gazette@boyupbrook.org.

Landmark Dalgety South West Wool Store

The rise in the wool market has flowed through to local wool stores, with the Landmark Dalgety South West Wool Store having outgrown its original premises to recently relocate to a new, larger site at Unit 1 /13 Rose Street in Bridgetown.

Manager of the Wool Store, Matthew Chambers was born and raised in Boyup Brook and has been with Landmark for four years. He said, “The business was established three years ago and has grown quickly to now do over 800 bales a year.”

The wool store offers private wool buying with on farm pick up and a 48 hour EFT payment, as well as wool brokering including forward selling. Matthew offers a reliable, trustworthy and prompt service for all sizes of wool growers. “Whether it’s the five pet sheep, the mob of fifty from the hobby block, the ten butts of bits and pieces clogging up your shed, the time has never been better to turn it into money with a strong wool market,” he said.

“Our forward selling options are simple, fair and transparent with growers being able to lock in a price up to three years in advance.”

The Boyup community is one that Matthew is very proud to be a part of. He said, “Being the fourth generation of Chambers in the area and now raising three of my own children, I don’t think there is a better place to live.”

Matthew is the Vice Chairman for the Rylington Park Management Committee, a steward for the wool section at the Dinninup show and also a committee member on the RAS wool section and Young judges section. He is also the Over-judge for the Junior wool judging at the Wagin Woolarama, the Perth Royal and Dinninup Shows.

Matthew can be contacted on 0467 781 166. Deliveries to the store can be arranged by appointment.

PHONE: 0467 781 166

EMAIL: matthew.chambers@landmark.com.au

For all your hay equipment needs - balers, wrappers,

tedders, rakes, mowers & mocos Available for the 2015 season!

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The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 11

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Blackwood Taste Popular

The seventh annual Taste of the Blackwood Festival drew record numbers of visitors to the Bridgetown Civic Centre on Saturday, 8 August.

Coordinator Libby Burgess said “We were thrilled to draw nearly 700 visitors – our best one day figures so far. We are going to start planning our 2016 event immediately and try to make it bigger and better again.”

In a celebration of the Blackwood Valley, indoor stalls showcased the quality, diversity and value of local products with a broad variety of items such as cheese, honey, sourdough bread and award winning wines, to name only a few.

The large range of free presentations and workshops including the basics of beekeeping, making natural lipbalm and permaculture were well attended by both adults and children.

Stallholder Chris Shedley of Shedley Wines noted “I think Taste of the Blackwood is a great event, wonderful for bringing visitors into first hand contact with our amazing local producers.”

Sponsors of the 2015 event include: Blackwood Valley Wine Industry Association, South West Development Commission, Label Magic, Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes, Bridgetown Party Hire.

Soil Health Doctor Well Received

Over ninety attendees braved the cold to attend the recent Soil Health Forum featuring soil specialist Dr Maarten Stapper last month at Rylington Park.

Organised by the Blackwood Basin Group (BBG) with support from the South West Catchments Council, funded by the Australian Governments Regional Landcare Facilitator Program, this workshop was Dr Stappers’ only South West appearance.

“The event was a huge success with in-field demonstrations, practical information and engaging speakers,” said Sara Dulex, BBG Project Officer.

Dr Stapper spoke on improving the profitability of farms by harnessing the power of natural soil processes and maximising soil fertility to receive, store and transmit energy to support plant growth.

Personal case studies presented by wheatbelt farmer Di Haggerty and local Moodiarrup farmer Geoff Whitaker were extremely popular and demonstrated how the soil health knowledge could be applied in the farm context.

“You can judge the success of a workshop predominantly by two things – attendance numbers and participant feedback forms,” said Sara. “When these show improved knowledge and willingness to implement this on-farm, you know that you are on the right track with topical information and skills sharing.’

A sundowner provided by the Boyup Brook Co-op at the end of the day gave participants a great chance to ask questions of the presenters and discuss all they had learnt. There was also a great deal of networking between landholders throughout the day on past learnings and future plans; this is a key reason for forums being so important.

Sara thanked the presenters and all those who attended for making the event such a success.

With such a demand for new and innovative information on agricultural techniques, the BBG is keen to look into running workshops on similar topics in the future. If you would like to suggest future workshop topics, or keep up to date with upcoming events and workshops, please contact the BBG on 9765 1555 or email sara@blackwoodbasingroup.com.au.

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 12

Wildflower Watch

Did you know that photographic records of 180 wildflowers found in the Boyup Brook town bush blocks can be viewed at the Visitor Centre?

These are only the tip of the iceberg but a useful beginning for those wanting to identify plants.

September and October are the peak months with over 50 in each month but many are ground hugging plants with small flowers, so carrying a good magnifying glass is a worthwhile decision.

Some favourites are Cowslip, Donkey and Purple Pansy Orchids; several different Hibbertias with their yellow buttercup flowers; blue Dampiera; a number of Hakeas; Granny Bonnets with their distinctive patterning under the petal; Pimelea; Purple Tassels; the bright yellow leafless globe pea; yellow conostylis (hairy leafed variety) and the first of the trigger plants.

CWA Celebrates 85 Years

The 85th birthday of the Boyup Brook branch of the Country Women’s Association was celebrated in the Old Country Women’s Rooms. Their guest Speaker was Mrs Margaret Sullivan, the Pacific Area President.

Mrs Sullivan spoke on some areas having water and other health problems. She also congratulated Boyup Brook on their eighty five years and wished them many more to come.

Dorothy Ricetti attended the conference, but unfortunately Tanya Newman was unable to attend. Dorothy remarked that the conference was very fruitful motion-wise. With many guest speakers and local choirs to entertain.

There are other branch functions to go to. Our next raffle was for the Sandakan Scholarship, on 27 August.

Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month. Everyone welcome. Contact Tanya Newman 9765 2867, Ruth Clark 0413 847 365 and Dorothy Ricetti 9765 1760.

Above: Hibbertia hypericoides Above: Hakea lissocarpha www.womenshealthweek.com.au

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 13

Bootscooting to Living Lighter

The Country Music Club of Boyup Brook is in the second year of a three-year arts sponsorship program with Healthway to promote the LiveLighter health message and the introduction of healthy environment policies.

Healthway has a strong appreciation for music and the arts and the LiveLighter message is about encouraging physical activity so the funding program fits perfectly.

The Boyup Brook Country Music Festival and the West Australian Country Music Awards, presented by LiveLighter will be celebrating 31 years in 2016.

The event is a strong community event and celebration of music and culture that attracts thousands of people to the region and encourages lots of healthy activity.

We aim to create an environment that supports people to make healthier choices while doing what they love.

Daly Winter, President of the Club said “Each year we welcome back many thousands of people and introduce more to enjoy all that Boyup Brook has to offer during the Country Music Festival”.

The Boyup Brook Country Music Festival is one of the top Country Music Festivals in Australia with four days of music, art and camping under a galaxy of stars.

The Festival promotes and recognises aspiring West Australians in their artistic endeavours and boasts a myriad of musical excitement. It is quickly becoming known as a bucket list item for country music fans.

Tell your family and friends and bring them along to the 2016 event.

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APRA AMCOS Music Grant

The Country Music Club of Boyup Brook would like to acknowledge a successful funding application from APRA AMCOS for our program of music workshops.

APRA AMCOS helps music creators get paid for their work and give music users easy ways to legally play and copy what they like. Royalties keep the music coming and ensure the industry’s future.

The program is designed to support APRA AMCOS members and to nurture the development and skills of the Australian song writing and composing community.

During the 2016 Boyup Brook Country Music Festival workshops will provide the opportunity to learn how the music industry really works from Industry professionals.

This will allow sharing of insights and incredible experiences, providing some great networking prospects and will allow songwriters and composers to work with industry professionals to gain experience, inspiration and new ideas.

The aim is that the workshops will be ‘owned’ by the participants, and that there will be a real sense of purpose in achieving personal goals, unlocking potential and releasing inhibitions enabling them to enjoy a ‘total’ experience.

The skills development sessions are professional, very intensive and hands on and people will go away not only with a definite idea of where to go next, but practical tools to help them get there.

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 14

Hopes for Further Funds

The Blackwood Basin Group (BBG) staff have been hard at work since the 2015 State NRM Community Action Grants opened in mid-August.

With many farmers in the Boyup Brook Shire wanting to address land degradation issues on their property, it was up to the BBG project team to get the applications in within the very short timeframe.

The BBG submitted four applications in total, with three focused on fencing off degraded riparian and remnant vegetation areas on private property in combination with revegetation work in order to address erosion, biodiversity and habitat decline, and nutrient run-off into waterways. If successful in attaining funding, these grants will assist farmers in the Benjinup, Dinninup and Scotts Brook localities.

The fourth application was an extension of the BBG’s flagship Waterbird project in Greenbushes. To achieve the vision of creating a wetland mosaic across the historical mining landscape, the BBG is hoping to extend weed control, revegetation and scientific monitoring to the New Zealand Gully waterbodies in order to enable release native fish species in the future. These fresh water dams provide a unique opportunity for such projects, and with assistance from the State NRM Program, the BBG hopes to establish a successful and significant biodiversity hotspot right here in our local area.

The BBG would like to thank all the farmers and community members who have contributed their time and effort over the last five years in similar devolved grant programs across the Boyup Brook Shire, and hope we can continue to be successful in attracting funding to assist in protecting and improving our unique south-west landscape.

Robbers in Our Bush

Cootamundra Wattle (Acacia Baileyana)

Why is it a weed? 1. Native to NSW. 2. Fast growing. 3. High survival of seeds 4. Germinates prolifically after fire. 5. Excludes light from soil. 6. Forms a dense layer of leaf and pod remains. 7. Eliminates indigenous species. (This is true of all introduced wattles)

Plant: Small tree up to 10 metres. Leaves: Feathery or fern like and silvery grey. Flowers: Prolific golden yellow, ball shaped in clusters of stalked flowers branching off a single stem.

If you have this wattle in your garden please consider grubbing it out, OR prune heavily after flowering and before seeding. If it is growing on your roadside please eliminate it.

These seeds are viable for twenty years.

You will need to keep at it. Above: Cootamundra Wattle

Local Government Elections take place on Saturday 17 October 2015.

Whether voting by post or in person, to be counted your vote must be received by 6pm on election day. Local governments make important decisions that affect your community. This is your opportunity to decide who will represent you in local decision making.

For more information, visit www.elections.wa.gov.au/elections/local

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 15

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Adventures Continue at Early Learning Centre

Something has been lurking in the darkness, nibbling on the plants at Boyup Brook Early Learning Centre. Our broad beans have been munched by snails and our snow peas sampled by rabbits! But not to fear, our gardening adventure will continue… keep an eye out for more changes to come including the disappearance of our beloved cubby.

We would like to thank Malcolm Armstrong, Jenna Jacobson, Kim Askew and Keri Tripp for all their hard work and efforts during our recent busy bee. Many hands make light work.

In other news, our entrance garden beds are looking fantastic thanks to the great efforts by Playgroup and the Shire. The new native plants are stunning and have been greatly complimented by children, parents and visitors alike.

Our pre-Kindy children have been busy visiting the District High School’s Early Start Program. Be sure to give us a beep and a wave hello if you see us walking in our orange vests.

Our healthy lunchbox and nutrition workshop was a huge success, and we owe a massive thank you to local personal trainer Tara Reid for hosting this.

For those who missed it, we will be looking into having a follow up hands on session in the near future. Feel free to contact the service if you are interested.

YMCA WA is a community based organisation with over 100 years of experience working with children, young people and families.

Above: Pre-Kindy children visiting the Boyup Brook District High School’s Early Start Program

YMCA WA delivers programs and services to help build happy and healthy communities across WA. YMCA Boyup Brook Early Learning Centre is committed to providing a quality childcare service to meet the individual child’s needs.

For more information please feel free to contact Geri (Director) on 9765 2229 or visit the website at http://www.ymcawa.org.au

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 16

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Banking is a part of business.

Seeking the best interest rate, the lowest fees, the cheapest charges, is common sense.

Why not borrow for your equipment loan from a different bank to your overdraft?

Why not put your FMD with a different bank to your term deposit?

Choose on the advantages to you, not out of habit.

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SMALL BUSINESS CENTRE - Warren Blackwood Do you need assistance to help build a better business? Appointments can be made to meet with Business Advisor, Stephanie De Vaney at the Boyup Brook CRC. Phone 0401 448 811 or email info@sbcwb.net.au

Information, Education & Training for our community

Services

State Government

Information

Lifestyle courses

Centrelink Access

Digital Snap Lab

Health Services

ADSL2 Internet

Art Exhibitions

Book Exchange

Videoconferencing

Photocopying (colour)

Laminating

Binding

Other Office Services

Room Hire

Websites

Resumes

Mail outs / Flyers

Project Management

Exam Supervision

Vol 23 Issue 9 Sept 2015

CRC Opening

hours

Mon to Fri 9:00am - 4.00pm

The Boyup Brook CRC is located at 86 Abel Street, Boyup Brook WA 6244

The CRC has a display rack full of information brochures and publications from a number State Government departments and agencies including: WA Seniors Card Forms and Discount Directories Food safety information brochures Kidsport voucher applications

The CRC also has a designated computer to access Government websites for FREE.

Print out forms and information from State Government Departments for FREE

Government Services

Westpac Instore Now Closed

Annual General Meeting

Social Media

Members of the Boyup Brook Community Resource Centre are invited to attend the

Annual General Meeting on

Wednesday, October 21 at 6:00pm

at the CRC, 86 Abel Street, Boyup Brook followed by light refreshments.

Please RSVP to 9765 1169 or boyupbrook@crc.net.au

There will be committee positions available. Meetings are held monthly, with the committee

overseeing the operations of the CRC and its strategic direction.

Please consider joining our progressive and community driven team!

Exam Supervision

Are you studying externally? Do you sit exams each semester?

Did you know the CRC can supervise your exams right here in Boyup Brook? Contact your Uni for

New Book at CRC

Collie local, Hilary Sawyer has produced a book from her experiences as a Shearer’s Cook.

‘Babbler Diaries, Daily Jottings of a Shearer’s Cook’ is almost 400 pages of stories and photos

and is now available from the CRC for $55.

The CRC also has copies of books and CDs produced by talented Boyup Brook locals.

‘Cassidy’s Way and other tales’ Graham Calley

A collection of short stories based on the Australian outback and characters met along the way.

‘Looking Backwards, Going Onwards’ Chick Affleck

A collection of Chick’s poems written over the years

Both books are available at the CRC for $25 each

‘Wags and Dags’ Bill Gordon

Traditional and Original Bush Poetry CD - $20 each

The Westpac Instore has now ceased operating from the Boyup Brook CRC.

Customers are advised that some banking services are available through Australia Post, or by visiting the Westpac Branch in Bridgetown.

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 17

Page 17 Community Resource Centre Newsletter September 2015

We thank our Sponsors & Partners

Phone: (08) 9765 1169 Fax: (08)9765 1340 Email: boyupbrook@crc.net.au

Visit our website: www.boyupbrook.crc.net.au

Helping Oder People With Housing

Coming Up at the CRC

The Westlink Satellite Network (VAST 602) has a range of programs showing during September.

Community members are welcome to view any of these programs at the CRC for free.

Friday September 4,11, 18 & 25 - 2:00pm University Music In their Lunchtime Concert Series, the UWA School of Music presents weekly performances showcasing the finest musical talent locally, nationally and from within the school.

Friday, September 4 and 11 – 9am Regional Business Resilience Is your business ready for Emergencies and Natural Disasters? Panellists will share practical tips business can utilise in preparing for, and recovering from, a natural disaster or emergency.

Thursday September 10 and 24 - 12:30pm Farming for the Future - In association with the University of Western Australia’s “Future Farm 2050 Program” and the Community Resource Centres, Westlink presents, Farming for the Future. UWA research scientists explain how they are working on ways to prepare for farming in 2050 and how farmers can implement some of the ideas today.

Westlink Community TV

See pages 19 and 20 for an update of the CRC’s statewide Guide Dog Challenge.

To donate online, see our Everyday Hero page https://crc.everydayhero.com/au/boyup-brook-crc

CRC Guide Dog Challenge

Free Information Session about the Assistance with Care & Housing for the Aged (ACHA)

program presented by the Red Cross

Monday, September 7 from 11am

Boyup Brook CRC, 86 Abel St If you would like to attend, please call 9765 1169

Helping Oder People With Housing

Free Information Session about the Assistance with Care & Housing for the Aged (ACHA)

program presented by the Red Cross

Monday, September 7 from 11am

Boyup Brook CRC, 86 Abel St If you would like to attend, please call 9765 1169

Herbal Remedies Workshop

Thursday, September 17 10am-12noon

Learn about what Herbs to grow and how to use them to make your own Infusions with Tracy Lansdell.

Morning tea provided.

CRC Members $10 Non members $15 For more information contact the CRC 9765 1169

Photos and Your Computer

Friday, October 9 10am-12noon

Will include: Downloading photos from your camera / phone Cropping photos Adding a border Resizing images …………… and more

CRC Members $20 Non members $25

To register, phone 9765 1169

Indulge Your Senses for Guide Dogs

Wednesday, September 16 from 1pm

* Fundraising afternoon tea * * Presentation from Guide Dogs WA *

On Friday, September 11 there will be an unusual sight at the CRC. A fully converted electric farm ute will be using the CRC to recharge its battery en-route from Manjimup to Katanning.

The ute is the project of Lucinda Giblett who is the founder of Stellar Violets, an arts and cultural centre enriching life, land & tradition in Manjimup.

Members of the community are encouraged to call in to have a chat to Lucinda about her projects from 11am.

Electric Ute on Show

To register for any of these activities, please contact the CRC on 9765 1169,

email: boyupbrook@crc.net.au, or call in to see us at 86 Abel Street

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 18

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The CRC Guide Dog Challenge is bringing communities together via the WA Community Resource Network to raise awareness and funds for VisAbility WA and Guide Dogs WA, the leading providers in the State of services to people who are blind or vision impaired.

The aim is to fundraise $30,000 across the State through the CRC Network, which is the amount that it costs to raise and train one Guide Dog.

Donations can be made up until October at the Boyup Brook CRC and there are a number of activities planned to get the whole community involved:

Dog Cents: put your spare coins to good use and help us create an outline of a Guide Dog

Attend our VisAbility WA Awareness Day on September 16 where you can Indulge Your Senses. Come along and share afternoon tea, participate in some sensory challenges and hear from Jessica from Guide Dogs WA as well as locals who have an every day battle with vision impairment.

Community members and groups are also encouraged to get on board and host your own activities to assist the CRC in raising funds.

For more information visit the Boyup Brook CRC's Facebook page, website www.boyupbrook.crc.net.au.

To donate online, please go to our Everyday Hero page https://crc.everydayhero.com/au/boyup-brook-crc

CRC Guide Dog Challenge

Wednesday, September 16 from 1pm

Boyup Brook CRC, 86 Abel Street $10 per head

with part proceeds donated to Guide Dogs WA

SHARE afternoon tea PRESENTATION from Guide Dogs WA

and visually impaired locals SENSORY challenges RAISE funds for Guide Dogs WA

Phone 9765 1169 to register

Above: Our Dog is gaining more ‘cents’ every day. Can you help?

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 19

To donate online

please go to our Everyday Hero page

https://crc.everydayhero.com/au/boyup-brook-crc

Student Guide Dog Writing Challenge As part of the CRC Guide Dog Challenge, students were encouraged to participate in a writing challenge themed around vision impairment and Guide Dogs.

The Year 5/6 class from Boyup Brook DHS took up the challenge and submitted some wonderful stories using the mandatory first line ‘My Guide Dog is my best friend’.

The competition judges were local published authors, Mr Graham Calley and Mrs Lesley Geers, with both thrilled to read the entries. Their judging criteria was based on the story being within the 500 word limit; relevance to the topic VisAbility WA / Guide Dogs WA, creativity and content as well as neatness, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

As no entries were received in the other age groups, it was decided to award a winner from Year 6 and Year 5. After collaborating their thoughts, Mr Calley and Mrs Geers selected the Writing Challenge winners to be Georgia Dalton (Year 6) and Brooke Nield (Year 5). The girls each received a certificate and an amazing prize pack with donations from Boyup Brook IGA, Boyup Brook Pharmacy, Boyup Brook Post Office and the CRC. Tayla Forbes was also awarded with a Highly Commended certificate. Below are their stories for you to enjoy.

Pugsy the Great

by Brooke Nield

My guide dog is my best friend and his name is Pugsy. Pugsy is my best friend because he helps me get around the town. I know what your thinking, I should be able to get around the town by myself but really, I can’t because I’m blind. I have been blind all my life and Pugsy has always been there for me.

One of the best times I’ve had with Pugsy was when we went to the beach and Pugsy had the end of a stick in his mouth and I held the other end of the stick in my hands and he led me along in the water.

Another great time was when I first got Pugsy and that night he followed me around everywhere to make sure I was safe and happy. Every night since then Pugsy has slept on my bed and made sure I was safe and happy.

In all my life I have never crashed into a car, been lost, hurt myself or forgot to put something away and that is because I’ve got Pugsy and he is my best friend.

My Guide Dog Rex

by Georgia Dalton

My guide dog is my best friend. In the early stages of my life I became completely blind, so not long after, my wonderful parents got me a guide dog. I named him Rex. He is a beautiful Labrador with golden, shiny fur. He acts as my eyes everywhere I take him. If I need to cross the road he will sit down telling me to go no further if there is a car coming. When it’s all clear he will stand up and walk onto the road, guiding me across.

Yesterday I was walking along the footpath to the shops, when I felt a nudge on my leg, that’s when I realized he was steering me into the shops. I knelt down and stroked the soft, golden fur on top of his head. He then nudged me to help me up on my feet and then guided me through the shop. At home that night I treated Rex with a treat for his hard work, but even though he was done for the day he still didn’t let me out of his sight.

The next morning I was about to get out of bed when I heard this loud bark. I knew that Rex was warning me of something, so I stopped. Then I heard this rustling noise near my bed, then I knew what he was doing. He was moving my slippers out of the way so I didn’t trip. I gave him a quick pat and then he guided me to the kitchen. After I had breakfast, I walked back into my room to get dressed. Little did I know though the mat near my door was folded up. I got my foot caught on it and stumbled, but then Rex came running in and jumped up with his paws on my shoulders, pushing me up straight. I hugged him and thought about what would have happened if he hadn’t have been there.

No other guide dog can ever replace Rex.

Above: Tayla Forbes, Mr Calley, Georgia Dalton and Brooke Nield

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 20

Gazette Deadline 20th of each month

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WA’s Soil Health Champions have been revealed in the push to highlight the importance of soil health in the state’s southern agricultural regions.

The announcement comes in the lead up to the Talkin’ Soil Health conference in Kojonup in September, and in recognition of the 2015 International Year of Soils.

The farmers were nominated and chosen for the work they were doing in promoting healthy, sustainable soils on their properties.

Manjimup avocado and cattle farmer Doug Pow has been selected as the South West Catchments Council’s Soil Health Champion.

Mr Pow has been trialling several different methods to improve his farm’s soil health, including placing biochar under avocado trees to see if it will improve growth and yields.

He has also introduced dung beetles on his farm to incorporate cow manure into the soil to improve soil fertility, reduce flies and to reduce parasite loads on the pasture.

In the Northern Agricultural Catchment Council’s region, Buntine farmer Stuart McAlpine has been focusing on encouraging soil biology by adding organic stimulants into his system.

Nine years ago he began extensive on-farm research and development leading to a more efficient farming system while cutting back on fertiliser.

State Soil Health Champions

Achieving improved resilience in his soils has improved nutrient use efficiency and enabled him to reduce risk in dry seasons.

With a similar focus on soil biology has been Wheatbelt NRM’s Soil Champion Rob Grylls. He’s been manufacturing his own liquid organic fertiliser on his Bencubbin farm, using amongst other things lupin chaff, straw and sheep manure.

Rob has spread the fertiliser using liquid injection at seeding and spraying post emergent, as well as applying compost from metropolitan waste centres. He is also trialling the incorporation of oil mallee mulch from on-farm plantings.

To hear more from these innovative farmers, and other leading industry experts, you can attend the Talkin’ Soil Health conference in Kojonup on the Thursday 10th and Friday 11th of September.

To register online go to www.talkinsoilhealth.com.au

The event has been funded through the Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme.

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Read the Gazette Online

Visit www.boyupbrook.crc.net.au and click on the Gazette panel to read the latest edition.

Previous copies are available by typing the month and year into the search bar at the top of the page.

Limited copies are also available at the CRC.

UBAS Update It was a cold night but a roll-up for the meeting on 19 August.

It seems hard to believe but the Show is only ten weeks away!!

The schedule is at the printer but in the meantime you can go to the website – www.dinninupshow.com – to find all the new Section entries, membership form etc.

The Collie Vets will be attending again and they are also sponsoring the popular dog jump competition. Do you own a promising high flying dog? Time to really focus on the training.

The sausage making competition sounds lots of fun. It has been conducted at several South West shows and by the time it gets to us, all the minor hiccups should be ironed out and we should be able to have the biggest and best competition. After the sausages are made – and judged! – there will be a big cook-up and everyone will have the opportunity to sample all the different sausages.

The Society wish to thank Andrew and Anne Thompson from Venturon Beef for sponsoring the competition AND supplying all the beef; wonderful support and oh boy, those sausages are going to be so delicious.

This year your membership tickets will be different –there will not be a tear-off strip. In order to save time when making the tickets it has been decided to dispense with the tear-off strip and so if you need to leave the grounds but plan to return, you will have your hand stamped. This way, the gate keepers will know not to charge you twice. It has been the practice at

several of the other Shows and seem to be working well.

And for those people who try to get free drinks at the Bar, the tickets will also be different!

There will be a busy bee on Sunday 30th August – painting, rubbish removal and more seats at the Bar – are some of the things to be done. If you would like to join the merry crew please come at 9.00am.

The Rural Ambassador State Final was held at the Claremont Showgrounds on August 22. The Winner was Jess Warr from the Mid West region and the runner up was Denis Warnick from the Central Region. Waroona’s Kirstin Waller represented the South West Region admirably.

On a sad note, our Patron of many, many years, Sandy Lewis is not enjoying good health at the moment and he now resides in a local nursing home. His family have been in touch and will keep us informed of Sandy’s condition. If you would like to contact him, he and Trisha live in Victor Harbor, South Australia.

Anne Ritson

Volunteers Need Consideration

Nationals WA Member for the South West Colin Holt MLC has welcomed the findings of an Auditor General report on the Support and Preparedness of Fire and Emergency Services Volunteers in WA.

The report, published in August, assessed if the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) effectively recruits, prepares and supports fire and emergency services volunteers.

Mr Holt said the report demonstrated a need to pay critical attention to facts and figures relating to the State’s volunteer force as well as the wellbeing, training and support of more than 20,000 individuals volunteering across about 800 emergency services groups.

“Volunteer emergency services personnel are a hugely valuable asset to South West communities, stepping up to assist others during catastrophic events,” he said.

“These men and women often put their own lives on the line to ensure the safety of others and for that reason alone, the State needs to improve record keeping and information associated with this dedicated force.”

Mr Holt said it was particularly important DFES developed specific volunteer policies and procedures to ensure best practice management of issues like training, fatigue and communication.

He added that as the State’s lead emergency services agency, it was incumbent upon DFES to improve its relationship and data sharing with local government-managed volunteer groups.

“The report found DFES had made considerable progress in identifying how it recruits, prepares and supports its volunteers, but there are still many improvements to be made in the area of data collection and communication,” he said.

“Similarly, the report identified a trend of declining of volunteer group numbers, especially in regional areas, which is a great concern in the context of emergency response capacity.”

Mr Holt said a Nationals WA-devised policy to support emergency service groups through allocating them $2000 Emergency Services Volunteer Fuel Cards should be implemented as soon as possible.

“This commitment will be funded by Royalties for Regions, providing an incentive to volunteer by reducing fuel costs shouldered by emergency service volunteers as well as offering a small thankyou for the vital role they play in protecting our communities,” he said.

“Along with DFES implementing recommendations made by the Auditor General’s report, our community safety network could be significantly strengthened by this investment.”

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”

Margaret Mead US anthropologist & popularizer of anthropology (1901 - 1978)

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at the BOYUP BROOK CRC 86 Abel St

September Dates: Wednesdays 2nd, 16th and 30th

9am - 1pm

Dr. Michael Fetter BSc DC

Phone: 9765 1169 for an appointment

Garden Club Cuttings

For our August Garden Club we visited Simon and Kate's five acre property in Ridgeview, Boyup Brook. With the weather being kind, there were twenty members and visitors.

The long drive up to the house with large trees either side was majestic, on the right hand side, surrounded by native trees enmass giving the property privacy and seclusion.

Kate spoke passionately how the garden evolved and planned to build a house eight years ago previously a paddock. The first thing they did was put a dam in to capture the rainfall, then over the years, build the house and establish the garden.

The magnificent large Jarrah and Marri Trees around the back of the house were already there, wonderful habitat for the birdlife.

Closer to the house they have established more garden beds, an area for growing vegetables and a potting shed. A gravel path takes you down through a pergola planted with climbing roses (eventually covering it) with a circular limestone fire pit at the end, play areas for the children and more. On the northern side are fruit trees which are overlooking the dam.

We were lost for words to see what Simon and Kate have achieved in such a short space of time - it's a credit to them both. They have created a sanctuary for themselves and for the many species of birds coming into their garden. Thank you once again Simon and Kate for given us the opportunity to experience your part of 'Paradise' in Boyup Brook.

We settled into afternoon tea with homemade cake admiring the peaceful beautiful garden. The plant raffle was won by Leslie.

Garden Club next meeting is on Tuesday 8th September we will be visiting Pat and Gordon Ross's garden, Barron Court, Boyup Brook. Head out of Town turn left at Banks Road, turn left at T-junction Abel Street, then left at Barron Court. There's plenty of parking up towards the house.

Those who wish to carpool meet at the usual place outside the Shire Hall at 1.30pm. Please bring a chair/cup and plants to swap.

Contact - Phyllis Price 0422107200

Playgroup Pitter Patter

It looks like Winter has finally kicked in properly with Spring around the corner. Hope you all have been enjoying the rain and also managed to stay healthy. Lots of nasty colds going around. We still managed to have some nice play dates at the centre the past month.

We have been enjoying the sight of the freshly planted garden.

Playgroup would like to shout out another big thank you to Rob Staniforth-Smith and the Gardening team at the Shire, to Jodi Wildy and Kristen Mappin for the design, Mumballup Organics, Boyanup Botanical, to Corey 'Hard Yakka' for his work and of course to all the amazing hard- working helpers at Playgroup.

Playgroup has planned for September: 3rd: Celebrate Fathers Day: Bring a Dad/ Grandad? Uncle or any other significant Dad! 10th: Rhyme Time with Gaye Reibau 17th: Manjimup Timber Park and Playground Visit 24th: Indoor and Outdoor play

Come and join us for some Spring fun, all little people age 0-5 years welcome, at anytime on a Thursday morning 10-12!

For more information or questions feel free to contact our President Paula Bagshaw.

You can also like and follow us on Facebook.

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RFDS

Well Spring is here thank goodness. Business has been a little slow over the winter months, now is the time to have a spring clean, so please don’t forget the RFDS will take your donations of all resalable items old and new, but not broken. We also need the men to clean their sheds. We take your donations too, old and new. Lets keep the RFDS Flying.

Thank you to all those, who support us already. Your donations and purchases are greatly appreciated.

Jenny and Fred

Museum News A big thank you to our wonderful community for the support you have given us at ur wood raffles. Congratulations Winners: 25th July Fran Ryder 8th August Carol Forrest

This enables continuing works to Sheds and Displays for better Visitors viewing. Museum Open: Wednesday 10am - 3pm Thursday 10am - 3pm Friday 10am - 5pm By appointment or out of hours phone John 0439 651 560 Group booking Vicki 0427 322 031

Deepest Sympathy to Mike Askew and family on the loss of Dear Molly. She will be sadly missed by all.

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App for Learning Potential

Federal Member for O’Connor Rick Wilson MP has welcomed the launch of an innovative new mobile app to encourage parents to get more involved in their children’s education.

“The Learning Potential app, which is available for free on Android and Apple devices, makes it easier for parents and carers to be part of their child’s learning, and will help get the most out of the time they spend with their child,” Mr Wilson said.

He added, “The app is packed full of helpful articles and videos offering tips and ideas for parents to become more involved in their child’s learning.”

Parents’ involvement is an important part of a good education and with the strong support of school teachers and families; children can do better through their school life.

The Learning Potential website also contains all of the content from the app to make sure that content is available to people who do not own a smart device, with all content available in an accessible format.

The Learning Potential mobile app was launched recently by the Minister for Education and Training the Hon Christopher Pyne MP who said “This app offers inspiring ways for parents and carers to become more involved in their child’s learning, from the high chair through to high school.”

You can find out more at www.australia.gov.au/learningpotential

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Stay Smart Online Competition

In partnership with Stay Smart Online Week, Trend Micro are running a poster competition for children aged 5-12 years old with the winner to be announced during Stay Smart Online Week in October .

This year’s competition theme is ‘Your business is your business’ and there is $6,000 in cash to be won!

How do you keep ‘your business’ safe online? What are the possible safety risks to ‘your business’ online? Do you chat to friends online? Do you send pictures on your mobile phone?

Share your story. The world needs to hear it. Right now, someone somewhere is about to send a text, photo or get online for the first time…..and you can help by sharing your wisdom. Be funny. Be dramatic. Be creative. Whatever you do, be real.

All entries must be your own original work and above all, please be respectful of copyrights and of others. Make sure you have permission to use other people’s company logos, images, or photos.

Your poster entry must be registered and submitted on the website in order to compete. Your poster must be in one of the following formats: .jpeg, .gif or .pdf and a maximum of 5 MB in size and entries close on 20 September 2015.

There are plenty of tips to help on the website: https://whatsyourstory.trendmicro.com.au.

Poems by Chick

“For Ethel”

We pay a tribute to our friend Ethel,

Who was full of life’s priority.

Always in command, whatever the demand,

And submitted to every authority.

She loved to sing, her praises to ring,

And share of her Christian view.

Ethel gave of her own and to family now grown,

And to friends and acquaintances, too.

So dear Ethel, farewell, we will ever tell,

Of your faith and your courage inspired.

May God, ever bless, as we confess,

You were a friend to be desired.

So rest now in peace, may your joys never cease.

We confess we will miss you so.

Hasten away in heaven to stay,

You have our salute as you go!

Farewell, dear friend.

Chick Affleck 2015

Chick’s book of poems ‘Looking Backwards, Going Onwards’

s available from the Boyup Brook CRC for $25

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 25

On Saturday the 24 August 2013 my family and I had the great pleasure of going to Pemberton to catch up with Fr John Rea.

During the afternoon session I went up in the line for a blessing, I asked Fr Rea to pray over me for the young girl outside who wouldn’t come in for a blessing. After Fr Rea prayed for her he added, “and Lord something marvellous for our dear sister Anne”

I must admit my first thought was “Yes, Thank you Jesus, I’m going to win lotto, then immediately felt bad for such a mercenary thought, then I got excited as I knew that my daughter’s unborn son, who was meant to be born with Downs Syndrome would be born healthy. Throughout the rest of the day I told everyone who would listen that Lee-Anne would have her baby on the Sunday.

Sunday the 25th I got up early around 5am, to get sheep in before we went to Mass. I got the sheep rounded up and had them at the gate on to the road as it was starting to get light. The sheep ran through the gate perfectly, a bit unusual and out on to the road, but instead of turning to the left like normal and heading for home, they bolted to the right heading for the T road. As I took off through the paddock to cut them off I called out “Jesus, you will have to stop them”. The sheep came to a dead stop about 5mts from the T road and just stayed there. I could not believe my eyes.

I slowed the bike down and as I looked up to the east along the bottom of the horizon the sky had what looked like a thick line of the most amazing pink colour, a colour that can’t be described as

Marist Healing Priest Visits Pemberton it was so delicate, yet strong and a shade I haven’t seen. As I was looking at the pink, my eyes were drawn to the bush on the edge of the road. The trees and shrubs where alive, pulsating with the joy of the Creator. So many different shades of green, olive, greyish, yellow. Even the dead sticks were alive. Everything kept changing, glistening and glowing and just the sheer joy of the plants as they adored the creator, which they did perfectly.

I understood why we need an eternity in Heaven as it was impossible to look away from such joy filled wonder and awe. Even though the trees and sticks are alive with the wonder of God we are still able to use them, we just have to have respect for the great gift that God has given us in nature. I don’t know how long I saw this for, but when it returned to how we normally see things the sky was still quite grey, no sunrise and the sheep where still standing at the T road.

I rode the bike down to the corner and the sheep turned around and walked home. I also understood the goodness and mercy of God in not allowing us to see this normally as we would not get anything done. We would never be able to tear our eyes away from this sight as it is constantly changing, and just the sheer joy of nature in adoring our God Almighty is enthralling. I know I haven’t done justice to what I saw as I don’t have the words to describe the vision, it’s too profound.

Anne Staniforth-Smith

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Up to date with the Boyup Brook Visitor Centre

Phone 9765 1444 Email: bbvisitor@wn.com.au Website: www.boyupbrooktourism.com.au Boyup Brook Tourism Association Inc.

Proudly sponsored by the Shire of Boyup Brook

2015 /2016 BBTA Committee Members

The Boyup Brook Tourism Association's A.G.M. was held on the 30th July 2015. The following members were elected: Chairperson: Kylie Bleechmore Vice Chairperson: Shirley Broadhurst Secretary: Vacant Treasurer: Claire Kaltenrieder Committee Members: Helen O’Connell Brian O’Hare Eric Biddle Jacquie Broockmann John Imrie Daly Winter

This hard working and passionate committee finds itself in need of a Secretary. We would love to have you join us if you feel that you could help us move the tourist industry in Boyup Brook further into it’s exciting future! Please consider taking on this role and helping our committee.

Wood Raffle Winner Congratulations to Fran Ryder, the winner of the fire wood for the raffle held in July. Thank you to Sue White, Sandra Towndrow, Claire Kaltenrieder, Lance and Margaret Hester for selling tickets.

Gazette Subscriptions

If you live outside of the 6244 postcode, or are not included in the Boyup Brook postal service, you can still receive

your monthly copy of the Gazette by paying a $22 annual subscription fee. Free copies are also located around town.

Please phone 9765 1169 for details.

CENTRE ROSTER

Sep-15 10am - 1pm 1pm - 4 pm

TUES 1 H O'Connell H O'Connell

WED 2 V Atkins V Atkins

THURS 3 W Samwell V Regali

FRI 4 D Winter D Winter

SAT 5

SUN 6

MON 7 M Hester J Hales-Pearce

TUES 8 H O'Connell H O'Connell

WED 9 S White V LeeSteere

THURS 10 D Chapman B Unstead

FRI 11

SAT 12

SUN 13

MON 14 A Hales S Towndrow

TUES 15 H O'Connell H O'Connell

WED 16 C Round B Knapp

THURS 17 N Parker N Parker

FRI 18 C Kaltenrieder C Kaltenrieder

SAT 19

SUN 20

MON 21 B O'Hare S White

TUES 22 H O'Connell H O'Connell

WED 23 J Peaty C Kaltenrieder

THURS 24 K Bleechmore

FRI 25 C Kaltenrieder

SAT 26 E Moir

SUN 27

MON 28 B O'Hare

TUES 29 H O'Connell H O'Connell

WED 30 C Round

Oct-15

THUR 1 W Samwell V Regali

FRI 2

SAT 3

SUN 4

MON 5 J Peaty

TUES 6

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September 1st N. Jones 2nd G, Eddy 3rd C&S Rowe 4th K. Huisman

7th J. Hilder 8th Mercedes 9th C. Petersen 10th P. Ritikis 11th L. Rear

14th J. Chambers 15th J. Johnstone 16th D. Mader 17th A. Beadle 18th B. Watters

21st J. Fortune 22nd C. Creek 23rd C. Kaltenrieder 24th P. Ritikis 25th P. Caldwell

28th Public Holiday 29th C. Petersen 30th J. Johnstone

Be Still and Know….. God Dad, Equip Your Kids for the Real World

'...To turn the hearts of the fathers back to the children...' Luke 1:17

UNITING CHURCH Each Sunday 9.30am

Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month All most welcome

Richard 97651192 Jan 97653066

ST SAVIOUR’S ANGLICAN PARISH

We invite you and your family to worship with us on Sundays at 9:30am.

Contact 9765 1622 or 0428 680 008

SDA CHURCH Kulikup Meets on Sabbath (Saturday)

Sabbath School 10 am Service 11.30 am

Followed by lunch. Contact 9833 2241 or 0447 673 012

SDA CHURCH Boyup Brook Meets on Sabbath (Saturday)

Sabbath School 9.30 am Divine Service 11.00 am

All welcome followed by lunch. Contact 9765 1819 or 9765 1307

CITIZENS LODGE ECUMENICAL SERVICE Each Thursday 11 am

in the Thompson Lounge All Welcome

BAPTIST CHURCH

We welcome you to meet with us every: Sunday Worship 9.30am Mid week Bible Study Wed 7.45pm Ladies fellowship Thurs 1.15pm

First Friday monthly "Kids Club" Years 1-7

Enquiries 9765 1452

THE BLACKWOOD FAMILY CHURCH OF BOYUP BROOK

We invite you to join with us for our Sunday Worship Services.

These are held at 10:00am each Sunday in the Boyup Brook Primary School Hall.

Enquiries Pastor Glen Mader Ph: 97651101

ST MARY’S CATHOLIC PARISH

Mass Times for Weekends: 1st weekend: 9.00am Sunday 2nd weekend: 6.00pm Saturday 3rd weekend: 9.000am Sunday 4th weekend: 6.00pm Saturday (5th weekend: 9.00am Sunday)

Church is located within Catholic school grounds

Phone 9761 1241 for up to date information

Fr. Wally Kevis

BRIDGETOWN CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER - DAY SAINTS Meetings: Manjimup Rd. (op caravan park) - All welcome

Sun: Sacrament 9.00 am Sun School: 10.10am R/s & P/hood: 11.00am Family History Centre Tues: 10.00am - 12noon

Research shows the results of the ‘dad deficit’. Too many children today are growing up without a father’s input. And as a result they end up making poor life, relationship and marriage choices.

So how does a dad equip his kids for life in the real world? (1) Know what they’re up to. Get to know what makes them tick. Ask what subjects

they enjoy in school, and which ones they’re struggling with. Learn who their friends are; who they spend time with at break and after school. Try to listen and learn. Take them out occasionally for breakfast or a ham-burger; they’ll feel like royalty spending one–to–one time with Dad!

(2) Teach them to stand tall. A tragedy of their young world is the increasing suicide

rate because of playground bullying. Teach your children to stand up for themselves. Teach them respect, and how to protect themselves by speaking up appropriately in class when they’re unclear about the lesson, or to courageously say what they believe. Teach them assertiveness in confronting unfair treatment. Kids who become ‘punch bags’ are set up to be victimised!

(3) Alert them to the dangers of having a sense of entitlement.

Yes, they need parents who express unconditional love for them. But some of us think our kids can do no wrong—even when they do! Consequently they grow up having unrealistic expectations and a distorted view of how life works. Everybody gets a scorecard in life, and it records both our wins and our losses. Let your kids know that we all make mistakes. Failing to recognise that just makes them self–deceived and sets them up for heartache. Children learn from failure how to deal with disappointment; it prepares them for later life when things don’t go their way.

(4) Be their example. However accomplished your ‘preaching’ skills may be, you need to be ‘walking the walk’ in front of your children- you are their role model. You can tell them it’s important to be healthy and active, but if you’re a couch potato inhaling bags of chips and watching endless footy matches, they’re not convinced. Set an example by getting fit, pursuing a healthy lifestyle, activities and interests, and watch them think how ‘cool’ it is to be like Dad.

Submitted by Sandie Blakiston. Taken from The Word for Today, published by UCB Australia, written by Bob & Debby Gass. A free introductory copy of this daily word may be obtained from UCB Australia; freecall 1800 00 777, email admin@ucb.com.au. Online version: www.thewordfortoday.com.au

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Boyup Brook Co-op Phone: (08) 9765 1001 Fax: (08) 9765 1168

10 –12 Bridge Street Boyup Brook WA 6244

Email: co-op@westnet.com.au

Website: www.boyupbrookco-op.com.au

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The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 29

Social Badminton

Played in the Town Hall each Wednesday morning from 9am.

Contact Shelley Bates on 9765 1540.

The place to list you club’s upcoming sporting event, games roster or publish results.

Roos News

The month of August saw the conclusion of the senior football playing season. A great home game against Tigers, saw the Reserves and League team have great wins.

The same evening we held our annual Raffle Night, with Peter and Carolyn Harvey taking home the $5,000.

The Year 6/7 and 8/9 teams both qualified for the finals, with the Year 8/9 side set to play in the Grand Final. Unfortunately the Year 6/7 lost their preliminary final against Imperials.

The juniors held their Wind-up with congratulations to the following trophy winners:

Year 4/5: Fairest and Best: Harry Goerling, Runner-Up: Chet O’Neill, Coach’s Award: Jordan Mantach.

Year 6/7: Fairest and Best: Miles Staniforth-Smith, Runner-Up: Lewis Mead, Coach’s Award: Sean Keightley.

Year 8/9: Fairest and Best: Braden Smith, Coach’s Award: Ryan Baker

Junior Clubman: Liam Maw

Save these important dates: September 5th – LSWJFL Grand Final Our Year 8/9 side have made the Grand Final! The Grand Final is being held at Deanmill, with a 10:45am kickoff. So get your green Roos clothes on, as I am sure they would love as much support as they can get.

September 12th – LSWFL Grand Final We are hosting this year’s Grand Final, and although no Boyup teams will be playing on the day, we would appreciate all hands on deck to make it a great fundraising opportunity.

September 19th – Presentation Night Who will win the Robin Lloyd Medal? With the vote count, trophy presentations, dinner and live entertainment, it proves to be a night not to miss! Please see the advert to purchase a ticket.

Boyup Brook Cricket Club

With the Boyup Cricket Club joining the Warren-Blackwood competition this season, it looks to be an exciting year of cricket ahead. Last season saw the end of the Donnybrook-Blackwood Association, and it was a promising finish to the season with the boys winning 3 of their last 4 games.

With experienced players in Tristan Mead, Scott Tweedie, Ty Bancroft, Leigh Clark, Peter Harvey, Ben Mead and Nigel Brittain pulling on the whites again, coupled with the up-and-coming stars in Jacob Maw, Corey Bennett, Luke Reilly, Joseph Thompson, Ben Thompson, Tom Keightley and Patrick Reilly, the 2015/16 season looks to be a promising one for the boys in green.

To start the season we will be holding our AGM at the Boyup Club on Thursday, September 3rd at 7:30pm. It would be great to get as many people there to give their input on the season ahead.

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 30

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Juniors Well done to all our fantastic Minkey and Mini players who had their last session on August 20.

The Minis had lots of fun dressed up as their favourite characters and the Minkey girls showed how much their skills had improved this year when they played a match with the Under 10 Junior players. It was great to see such determination and courage shown against older kids - and there may be a few handy goal sneaks stepping up to the Junior ranks next year!

The Junior Hockey season is winding up and at the end of August, the teams were evenly matched with both Sharks and Hornets having the same number of wins for the year. The players have shown remarkable development during the season with their skills and sportsmanship improving each game.

The Semi Final on September 5 will be a great pre-cursor to the Grand Final which will be played on Saturday 12th September at 9.15am.

The Final will be followed by presentations and the wind-up.

All Minkey and Mini players, as well as family and friends, are invited to come along to the final to cheer on the Juniors. Presentations will be made to all groups.

This will be a celebration of a fantastic year for all Mini, Minkey and Junior players.

Women After taking out the 2014 A2 Women’s Premiership, the Boyup Brook Women’s Hockey team have finished the season at the other end of the table in 2015. The team was competitive all year, however was not able to convert on the scoreboard.

Bandits’ Captain Jodi Nield said “This was probably more of a regular season for us. Last year was amazing but it’s really difficult to compare when our team changes so significantly from year to year.”

“The results didn’t go our way this season, but we’ve played some great hockey, had fun and we’ll turn around and do it all again next year!” she reassured.

31/7/15: Towns/Souths 3 defeated Boyup Brook 0 Best Players: S. Marsden, T. Reid, J. Nield

7/8/15: Boyup Brook 0 drew Boyanup 0 Best Players: J. Nield, E. Chilwell, S. Waters

15/8/15: Associates 2 defeated Boyup Brook 0 Best Players: K. Mappin, J. Nield, N. Andrews

22/8/15: Boyup Brook 1 (T. Reid) drew Exies 1 Best Players: B. Gardiner, H. Coole, J. Nield

The Boyup Brook Women’s Hockey Club has a long on proud history and celebrates its 70th Anniversary this year.

A luncheon will be held on Saturday, September 19 at the Boyup Brook Club with pre-luncheon drinks available from 11am. This event will coincide with the Bandits’ 2015 wind-up.

Anyone who has been involved with the Women’s Hockey Club is welcome to attend. Come and catch up with old friends, share some memories and relive the last seventy years of Boyup Brook hockey.

There will also be a display of photos and memorabilia spanning the 70 years of the Club.

If you have anything to add, or would like to attend the reunion, please contact Tara Reid 9765 1424 or Kylie Bleechmore 9767 2055 by September 11 for catering purposes.

Hockey Huddle

Above: Suzanne Mead clears a ball out of defence past teammate Tara Reid and Associates’ Bronte Price

Golf Day to Support Foodbank

Nationals WA Member for the South West, Colin Holt MLC, is sponsoring a club day at Boyup Brook Golf Club on September 5 2015 that will support locally based charity Foodbank WA.

All competitors are asked to bring a can of non-perishable food to place in the specially marked Foodbank boxes at the club.

Foodbank WA supplies over 420 charities and 430 schools with the provisions they need to fight hunger in the community. More than 51,300 people are helped on average every month, including 16,000 children.

“Your donation of canned food could make the difference between someone in your community having a meal or going hungry,” Mr Holt said.

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Around the Traps

With the numbers down this year for the club championships it made it a quick shoot. The program was made of up to four events being; - 25 skeet, 25 double barrel, 25 points score and 25 single barrel ATA event.

Craig McMeikan started the day very well with a 21 in the skeet and a 23 in the double barrel. Grant Robertson made some ground up with 24 in the double barrel and a 75 in points scored.

Rod Graham had a reasonable day out with 25 in the double barrel, 68 points in score and 24 in the single barrel.

But at the end of the day it was Phil House who won the trophy with 147/150 – 24 in skeet, 25 double barrel, 74 points and 24 single barrel.

Other scores: Grant Robertson 139/150 Rod Graham 137/150 Colin Hales 135/150 Finn Staniforth-Smith 134/150

Netballers Head to Finals

Junior B: Penquins finished third and will be competing in the first final against Sailors Thursday 3 September @ 4:15pm. If they win this final they will then progress to second final on Tuesday 8 September @ 4:15pm and then hopefully onto the Grand Final on Thursday 10 September @ 4:15pm.

Junior A: End of Season Ladder: Scallywags 21 Firebirds 20 Galahs 17 Falcons 17 Cougars 13 Jetz 10 Roos 8 Thunders 6

First final for Falcons will be Thursday 3 September against Galahs @ 5:30pm. If they win this final they will play the loser of Scallywags –v- Firebirds on Tuesday 8 September @ 5:30pm. Hopefully they will play in the Grand Final on Thursday 10 September @ 5:30pm.

Good luck both Penquins and Falcons.

Thank you to Roos’ Coaches Fran Staniforth-Smith and Steve O’Connell. You guys did a great job and should be very proud of your efforts, especially being first time coaches. It is a very hard and challenging job which has its ups and downs but rewarding none the same. Thank you and congratulations.

Congratulations to Deanna for her efforts in both Penquins and Falcons. Deanna has undergone a lot of training this year in Perth with “The Good the Bad & the Ugly” programme, run by well-known and accomplished coaches of WA and National Netball. Deanna is very passionate about netball and gets very excited when things get nitty gritty. Good luck in the Finals.

Wind Up – There will be presentations after the Grand Finals on the Thursday 10 September where our teams will be awarded Coaches Awards from Bridgetown Netball Association. It would be great if as many players and their families could be present.

Boyup Brook Wind Up – I am hoping that we will hold the wind up after the Grand Finals are finished with and crossing our fingers we have a premiership to show for it. I am looking at the following dates and would like some feedback asap please:

Friday 11 September Saturday 12 September Tuesday 15 September Thursday 17 September

On behalf of the Boyup Brook Netball Association I would like to say thank you to the coaches, umpires, players and parents for great season.

Peta Meredith

Tasman Shearing

Local Boyup Team

Professional/Reliable Service

Phone Steve & Rebecca

Thompson

97651210 or 0427651215

tasman@activ8.net.au

New Day for Tennis

Senior tennis is moving to Saturdays!

The aim is to attract more players and families to participate in the Tennis Club’s activities, both on and off the court.

Weekly social sets start at 2pm and vary between mixed doubles, doubles and the occasional singles match.

Once the on court action is over, players can enjoy social activities following play on Saturday evenings. There is plenty of entertainment for the kids as well with a playground and table tennis table.

Opening Day is scheduled for Saturday, November 7 and everyone is invited to come along.

The Tennis Club welcomes players of all ages and skill levels.

The Club is also looking to further the development of its junior players through coaching and additional competitions.

For further information, please contact President Craig Nield on 0427 522 826.

The Boyup Gazette September 2015 pg 32

Phone: (08) 9726 5200 Fax: (08) 9725 6727

32 McCombe Road Bunbury WA 6230

ELDERS “Live It”

The Wool Market in August has seen values rise 26% compared same time last year with 21.0 micron fleece wool trading above 1400 clean cents with 18.0 micron wools achieving 1500 clean cents and above. Very strong demand for high tensile strength fleece wool (NKT), also skirtings are trading in the 1200 clean cents. Oddments are still at a 28 year high and look at maintaining current levels. The first 3 weeks of the selling season, prior to the recess provided slightly higher volumes compared to the previous year, but since the resumption of sales volumes have dropped away against some expectations and buyers have less wool to work with. Supply and Demand in its purest form means that the market will rise, however quite a lot of new season shearing is underway. The devaluation of the Chinese currency heavily impacted the Aussie dollar, with weakness passed onto our currency. Ultimately a weaker AUD bodes well for the market as it increases competiveness going forward. Weekly sales continue in September. Regards Tim Burgess—District Wool Manager

Wool Report August 2015

For all your Wool and Livestock requirements contact:

Tim Burgess 0427 511 286 Peter Forrest 0429 200 004 Brendon Mead 0428 611 515

www.elders.com.au