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Thursday 23 April 2015
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STORY-TELLING TENT “SONGBIRD”
TO FEATURE AT OPAL SYMPOSIUM
The story-telling tent made specifically for the 2015
Centenary year and beyond, by community volunteers,
will be listed on the agenda on the Opal Symposium to be
held in October 2015 at the Desert Cave in Coober Pedy.
The Storytelling tent named Songbird, the Magpie will be
available for oral histories at the Symposium and for
capturing opal mining stories.
Opal Symposium Chairperson Yanni Athanasiadis said,
“We are always looking for new ways to lift our industry
and it’s very clear that our stories are grabbing the interest
of the public across the world.”
“We will invite participants to prepare their stories so that
we can record them for posterity.”
Historical Society members will soon be preparing for
the new round of storytelling whereby industry players
will expel their short and tall stories, pass on their legends
for future generations about a unique group of people
that brought Australia’s National Stone to the world.
The storytelling tent resembles a brightly coloured stained
glass cathedral that tells the story of Coober Pedy and the
opal industry.
Songbird creator Monique Harding says she is delighted
and honoured that the colourful project, funded by
Country Arts, will have such high level opal stories
resounding from within its fabric walls in October.
Weather permitting the Story telling tent will be erected in
the grounds of the Desert Cave Hotel during the opal
symposium ultimately giving locals, tourists and media a
rare opportunity to access some of the industry’s finest,
funniest and saddest moments as told by the miners
themselves.
Mayor Stephen Staines visiting the Songbird project during the making of it at the Coober
Pedy Golf Club. With Mayor Staines is artist Kalyna Micenko and volunteer dressmaker
Christine Challis
WELCOME BACK TO COOBER PEDY!
The magnificant hand-crafted wall-hanging depticting 100 years of opal
mining, made by members of the Historical Society for the Centenary
year. The wall hanging will have pride of place at the Opal Symposium in
October this year.
Easter weekend was a bonanza of happiness with past residents returning
to the opal mining mecca for it’s 100th year. Big smiles as former workmates meet again and remember the good old times. Pictured Miner Paul,
Mike Fry and Fleming Jensen “beaming” at the Gem Trade Show
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Coober Pedy is Australia’s real ‘Down
Under’, famous for its fabulous opals and bizarre
subterranean homes. For generations, miners
have dug into the white and orange rock to extract
the valuable, sparkling stone. The tunnels and
chambers were converted into undergrounds
homes in order to escape from the desert heat.
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Opal miners at work in Coober Pedy
See the spacious UNDERGROUND
SERBIAN CHURCH with it’s magnificent
stained glass windows and carvings.
Visitors can stay overnight and
experience underground life as the locals do!
Enjoy LAWN BOWLS, TENNIS and
TABLE TENNIS in the friendly atmosphere
of the United Club Sporting Centre.
Spend a day on the most challenging
GOLF COURSE in the world.
During Easter Coober Pedy holds its
annual OPAL FESTIVAL & GEM TRADE
SHOW
Arrive at COOBER PEDY on the
famous GHAN TRAIN
Visit the OPAL FIELDS - you’ll
believe you’re on Mars. Join tours to local
mines to see how they work and get the
chance to noodle (fossick) for your own opal
Take a tour to the natural landscapes
outside the town (see film locations like Mad
Max: Beyond Thunderdome and Red Planet)
including the PAINTED DESERT, the
colourful BREAKAWAYS and the MOON
PLAIN
Join the MAIL RUN out of Coober
Pedy to deliver outback mail! Take a leisurely
flight over the spectacular LAKE EYRE
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Coober Pedy Regional Times
Thursday 23 April 2015
by Sue Britt
The Welcome Back to Coober Pedy Reunion held on
Easter Sunday was an exciting culmination of the
Centenary Opal Festival long weekend. Previous
residents came back to renew friendships dating back
20, 30, 40, 50 years or more. Even though the words,
“you haven’t changed,” were heard, there’s no doubt
that the name tags helped with identification of old
friends.
Welcome Back to
Coober Pedy
In the CPAS gym there were history displays from many
clubs, volunteer organisations and services including Mine
Rescue/SES, Karate Club, the local Churches, Historical
Society, Coober Pedy Hospital, Coober Pedy Amateur
Race Club, Drive-in, Motor Race Club, Coober Pedy Area
School, SAPOL, Coober Pedy Opal Fields Golf Club, CFS,
Shooters Club and others. The Historical Society Wall
Hanging depicting opal mining in Coober Pedy 1915-2015
was also on display after being shown at the Gem Trade
Show on Saturday 4th April.
The photo display of Dagbjörn Johnson (aka Yuncas) drew
groups of people eager to meet him and hear his stories
about Coober Pedy in the 1950’s. Born in Norway, he
came to Coober Pedy as a teenager in 1956. He was on
his way to the Melbourne Olympics when he got sidetracked by the opal fields and he never got to the Games.
Yuncas was a pilot with his own plane as well as an opal
miner and he flew many mercy flights. His return to
Coober Pedy included surprise meetings with two men
that he remembered as skinny children. Peter Edwards
showed him the bullet that was eventually removed after
his life was saved by Yuncas. Greg Dunstan nearly lost
an eye but his sight was saved. Yuncas had to fly his
plane low to avoid further damage by pressure. Dag’s
comprehensive collection of photos from the 1950’s and
early 60’s matched by his memory for names, dates, places
and incidents made his display a popular gathering point.
Dagbjörn Johnson meets up with Gordon and Rhonda Traeger after 50 years. (Morgen Britt photo)
CAIRN HILL MINE TRANSFERRED
TO NEW OWNERS
13 April, 2015
The Cairn Hill mine, located 55 kilometres southeast of Coober Pedy, has been transferred to
Perth-based Cu-River Mining Australia Pty Ltd for
an undisclosed sum.
Corporate recovery specialist firm Ferrier Hodgson has
successfully completed a transaction involving the
transfer of the Mining Lease for the Cairn Hill ironcopper ore mine in South Australia, despite the iron ore
price falling to a near record low.
The transaction documents were executed in December
2014 and were subject to approvals from the South
Australian government, the Department of Defence and
the Federal Treasurer (under the Foreign Acquisitions
and Takeover Act). The transaction was completed on
Wednesday, 8 April 2015 following receipt of the relevant
approvals.
company went into Voluntary Administration in June 2014
and later into liquidation in September 2014.
The iron ore price at the time of the Voluntary
Administration had fallen around 34% to $US89 a tonne.
It has since collapsed further to a low $US47 a tonne.
Ferrier Hodgson Partner, Mr Martin Lewis, said he was
delighted with the transaction considering the conditions
facing Australian iron ore miners.
“The transaction follows a comprehensive international
marketing campaign conducted in conjunction with the
PCF Capital Group,” said Mr Lewis.
“Cu-River Mining Australia has continued to invest in
Australian iron ore assets and the company’s acquisition
of Cairn Hill follows its acquisition of IMX Resources’
Mt Woods tenements late last year.”
The mine was previously operated by Termite Resources
NL before the company became one of the first
casualties of the recent collapse in iron ore prices. The
The undisclosed sum received by Termite Resources from
the transaction will be returned to Termite Resources’
unsecured creditors by way of a dividend in due course.
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Thursday 23 April 2015
Outside Kerry Medway led an open-air combined faith
Easter Service at 10am. The Songbird Story Telling Tent
was erected on the Oval but later moved to the gym. A
barbecue lunch, cooked by volunteers, with salads from
Maxine of John’s Pizza and Historical Society members,
were served from the Canteen where Broni Lesue and
many volunteers kept food available for the 250 people
who attended, followed later by afternoon tea. Tables
were set up under marquees and classroom verandas so
people could continue to catch up over a meal in the shade.
After an official speech of welcome at 2 pm on the school
oval from Mayor Stephen Staines, the school choir
performed, Ishka and Bili read poems, Emily Sirbescu
sang and then music was provided by Barry Lewis.
In the Library where the Oral History project was
underway people could hardly move. They were meeting
and greeting, looking at the Library photo displays,
watching films in the meeting room and waiting to be
interviewed. Two film makers were available to record
people’s recollections of their days in Coober Pedy. Dave
Laslett, stationed in the story telling area of the library,
asked for first impressions of the town and interesting
stories.
Former resident Rob Staines was a roving photographer
capturing people’s stories about mining, mining machinery
and drive-in, or pre-drive-in, movie experiences. Full
advantage was taken of this unique opportunity to capture
Coober Pedy’s unique social history.
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The Italian Club on the Saturday night over
Easter was the venue where past Coober
Pedy bands reunited to commemorate “100
Years of Coober Pedy and Still Rocking!”
Coober Pedy 100 Years &
Still Rocking
The lineup of local artists from Coober Pedy’s
yesteryear who performed was awesome and
included Barry Lewis, Willie Braun, John Nemes,
David McCormack, Guitar George, David
Crombie, Sue Chapman.
The night kicked off about 8pm with an
introduction from teen heart throb Mark Holden
who was in town at the time.
“Steel Tears” included Barry Lewis - guitar, David McCormack - drums and
Guitar George on right
The Travellers, Barry Lewis, Willie Braun and
Organiser Barry Lewis recollecting the event, said, John Nemes at the Italian Club during Easter
“We started the night as Country Rhythm and weekend
Photo: Ash Wilson
played a few songs with Sue Chapman playing
Right: “Sandstorm” take to the stage.
Sax. (Country Rhythm late 70’s to early 80,s)”
Members of the Hunt and Giles families
“David McCormack and I then still as Country
Rhythm did two of my originals as requested by
the film crew who where in Coober Pedy filming
a documentary.”
“Willy and John then joined us and we became
The Travelers. Willy sang us through some of
the old rock and roll numbers. Lots of people
taking photo’s, dancing and reminiscing days
past. (The Travelers mid to late 80’s)”
“Then SandStorm performed, Wow are they
good. Young People from the Hunt and Giles
family's with Lisa Hunt (mother) guiding the way.
The Hunts lived in Coober Pedy and still have a
dugout there but the children where quite small
when they left.”
Continued on page 7
Above: Sue Chapman on clarinet, David
McCormack drums, Barry Lewis guitar and
vocals
Right: “Country Rythm” Singer
David Mindi Crombie draws a crowd
Roulettes land at Coober for fuel and pizzas
On Monday 13th April the Roulettes passed
through Coober Pedy on their way from the
Barossa Airshow, enroute to Alice Springs and
then onto Kalgoorlie for another performance.
The Roulettes stopped to refuel and to have lunch
which turned out to be a large supply of John’s
Pizzas for their entire crew.
After one formation flight over town by the
Roulettes, a number of locals came to watch the
refuelling at the airport.
Planes taxi in across the tarmac to refuel
Mark Harrison of Underground Books is the
aiport refueling agent. Mark said, “It’s always
good to see the Roulettes as they are members
of our armed forces and to watch them fly is a
great thrill.”
“It’s the third time that I’ve refuelled the
Roulettes. There were 9 aircraft all up including
their support crew in another aircraft and their
rescue helicopter”, said Mark
Roulettes across the top of the Coober Pedy Airport begin to
break away from their formation in order to land
Photos: CPRT
The Roulettes are the RAAF’s aerobatic display
team based at RAAF Base East Sale and are
touring nationally in a lead up to ANZAC Day on
25 April.
Raelene Jones ventured out to see the
Roulettes after spending time in hospital
over Easter
See page 14 for Coober Pedy’s ANZAC Day program
Pizzas were delivered to the Roulettes
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Refueller Mark Harrison with the aircraft fuel pump
Coober Pedy Regional Times
Roulettes crew push refuelled planes out
of the way
Thursday 23 April 2015
Opal Festival Parade commendable
Dear Editor,
A stream of opal mining machinery featured
in the 2015 Opal Festival Parade
Compliments and bouquets to everyone who was
involved in the Opal Festival Parade. George
Russelll did a commendable job organising it.
The mining machinery and trucks made it special,
absolutely unique in world parades. The floats were
clever, colourful, historic, multicultural celebrations
of Coober Pedy. When asked, "What was the
highlight of the Easter long weekend for you?" many
people named the parade. They said they'd never
seen so many happy people on the street. One visitor
commented that it was the best parade in a country
town that he'd seen, adding that his parade viewing
experience included towns in NSW and Victoria.
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It’s about living on
the Age Pension now
and ensuring the
Age Pension lives on
The Opal Festival Parade moves through Hutchison
Street led by local police and Jimmy the Runner
Special mention to the Holdfast Bay Marching Band
who volunteered their time to help Coober Pedy
celebrate their centenary. Members were Claire
Behan bass drum, Ashley Miller snare drum, Ian
Fiddian trombone, Keith Miller trumpet, Maria Foot
clarinet, Meg Alexander and Mary Bryker flutes,
Kelly Macdonald and Jolie Miller saxophones
The Holdfast Bay Marching Band helped Coober
Pedy celebrate their centenary.
The Australian Government is making sure the social security system is affordable
and sustainable for today, and tomorrow. Regardless of what you may have heard:
• The Age Pension will continue
• Indexation will continue to happen twice every year in March and September
• The most recent indexation (March 2015) gave a payment increase of
$153.40 per year to single age pensioners receiving the full pension
• The same indexation saw an increase of $228.80 per year for couples receiving
the full pension
• The Australian Government will also provide ongoing support to pensioners with
Commonwealth concessions including the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)
and the Medicare Safety Net
• Concessions for local government council rates, utilities and public transport are
a matter for your state government.
Claire Behan beats the bass drum for Coober
Pedy’s Centenary
We will keep you informed of any changes to the social security system before they
occur. It’s about ensuring the Age Pension is here to help support those who need it
now, and for generations to come.
Thanks to Oasis Caravan Park for donating
accommodation for the BAND, IGA for fruit baskets
and the Coober Pedy Historical Society for paying
their travel expenses.
For more information go to australia.gov.au/pensionliveson
Authorised by the Australian Government, Capital Hill, Canberra.
Thursday 23 April 2015
Coober Pedy Regional Times
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To the people who took videos of the parade, maybe
we could arrange a showing sometime. The only
people who missed the parade were the ones who
were in it. We'd love to see it too.
Sue Britt
Photos: CPRT
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POLICE NEWS 4 - 9th April
Coober Pedy experienced an influx of tourists and previous
residents over the Easter Long Weekend to enjoy the 100
year Celebrations. Coober Pedy Police was impressed by
the overall behaviour of the crowds attending the events
and the drivers on the highway and around town. There
were a couple of minor incidents.
• In the early hours of Saturday 4th April, police
attended an incident at the Greek Club where they
arrested a 44 year old male who was a previous
resident of Coober Pedy, now living in Elizabeth for
two counts of assault.
He was bailed to appear in the Elizabeth magistrate’s
court at a later date.
• Another local male was arrested for disorderly
behaviour. A contributing factor to these incidents was
the irresponsible consumption of alcohol.
• Police conducted static and mobile driver testing
throughout the weekend with the vast majority of drivers
doing the right thing. Police reported one male for
exceeding the prescribed concentration of alcohol. He
returned a high range BAC of 0.226%.
• A second male was arrested for refusing to comply
with an alcotest. Both drivers were issued with 12 month
licence disqualifications and will be facing court at a
later date.
Again Police would like to thank all residents and visitors
to Coober Pedy for their co-operation. The majority of
people were well behaved making this a successful
community event for all.
• During the early hours of Tuesday 7th April, Police
attend a fire at the Coober Pedy Auto Centre, on Flat
Hill Road, Coober Pedy. The fire caused extensive
damage and appears to have been deliberately lit.
Police crime scene examiners have examined the scene.
Further investigations are currently being conducted.
Police are seeking assistance from members of the public
regarding the fire. Any person with information is asked
to contact Detective Peter Stirling on 86725056 or Crime
Stoppers 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppers.com.au
Footy fun at Yalata
• On Thursday 9th April 2015 Police attempted to
stop a motor vehicle on Harlequin Drive, Coober Pedy.
The vehicle failed to stop and took off at speed. Police
engaged in a pursuit through the Umoona Community
where the driver lost control of the vehicle. He ran
from the vehicle and was chased on foot by police. He
was subsequently arrested. He was charged with a
number of driving offences including engaging in a police
pursuit, driving in a dangerous manner, driving contrary
to learners permit and driving an unregistered motor
vehicle. The 22 year old Coober Pedy man was refused
bail by Police and his vehicle was impounded for 28 days.
Police remind members of the public to call 131444 for Police assistance or 000 in the
case of emergency.
If anyone has any information of criminal matters in and around Coober Pedy please
contact Crime-Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or ring the Coober Pedy Police on 86725056.
13 Apr 2015 11:04am
Port Adelaide weren't the only side playing footy on home
soil at the weekend, with hundreds flocking to the annual
Yalata Football Carnival on Saturday and Sunday.
Police from Ceduna, Penong, Port Augusta and Port
Lincoln as well as Yalata Police turned out for the familyfriendly carnival, and even took the field in a few hotlycontested games!
Six communities took part in the carnival, with between
six and seven hundred eager footy fans attending.
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Coober Pedy Regional Times
Thursday 23 April 2015
Letters
Community projects
appeared to be
nullified
To the Editor
Barry Lewis thanks
Coober Pedy!
Letter to the Editor
What a weekend and thank you, thank
you, thank you Coober Pedy
Overall I enjoyed the festivities over
the Easter Weekend but in the end I
was very disappointed.
I am not too sure where to start but I can
say that when the idea for Coober Pedy 100
Years & Still Rocking was first conceived I
never imagined it would involve so much
work.
The two projects in which the people of
Coober Pedy were heavily involved
appeared to be completely ignored. They
were not mentioned in the program.
I had an absolute blast over the weekend
and am thankful that I was able to perform
at four events in Coober Pedy, a real honor
for me to perform in the town I love so
much and for friends old and new.
One is the wall hanging depicting the 100
year history of opal mining and the other
is the storytelling tent.
As for the Saturday night at the Italian Club
I have so many people to thank for making
it happen and a few to apologies to for not
getting the opportunity to perform on the Barry and Alison Lewis at the
Coober Pedy Gem Trade Show
night.
over Easter
It was great to see old friends and meet
new ones for the first time sadly I had little David McCormack, you rock, on the
drums all night. David and I have been in
time to spend with people.
three bands together in Coober Pedy and
In no particular order I would like to thank have performing together for over 35
years. It was very pleasing to find out that
the following.
Saturday night was the first time David’s
Alison Lewis my lovely wife for all the lovely daughter had seen him play.
effort she has put in and for enduring with
me through the whole course of the journey. Willy Braun and John Nemes who travelled
all the way up at their own expense to play
Driver, Roadie, Rock, Best Friend Etc.
on the night.
My mate David Hughes for the loan of his
Sue Chapman for playing saxophone with
trailer to cart equipment up and back.
us.
Coober Pedy Regional Times for running
my story and helping me get exposure for David Crombie and his fellow musicians.
this event.
Katie Wilson for singing a couple of song’s.
Coober Pedy Council for putting up with
me and working to accommodate this event Tim Nagy For his help and effort, sorry
as best as they could in particular Clair you didn’t get to play on the night.
Halkias.
SandStorm, members of the Hunt and
The Italian Club for the use of their venue Giles families, you where awesome,
thanks for your performance and again
etc.
making the effort to travel all the way up
Sandy Sirol and crew for trying to get some with your equipment
footage of the event.
Last but not least to all those that attended
Mark Holden for his kind introduction on on the night thanks for your support, it’s
a night I will treasure.
the night.
Guitar George, what a trooper, George put
in an enormous effort loaning and setting
up so much of his equipment and playing
on the night as well. George spent almost
the whole night looking after the mixer when
he could have been playing music.
Thank you Coober Pedy
My apologies if I left anyone out.
Love to all.
Barry K Lewis.
Luckily I was at the oval around 2
O’Clock and was able to witness the
Songbird getting up albeit difficult to locate
as it was positioned behind the jumping
castle and the Adelaide Carnival truck at
the back of the oval. The storytelling tent
is a creation that our town can be proud of.
Unfortunately there was no mention about
where it would be hanging or if there would
be an unveiling. All the people involved
should have been rewarded with a special
ceremony and some congratulations.
That’s what they deserved having spent
endless hours to bring these two major
projects to fruition.
It was extremely disappointing to see these
two beautiful creations appearing to be
nullified.
Christel Hauri
Coober Pedy 100 Years &
Still Rocking
Continued from page 4
SandStorm finished up but before they
left I was given the great privilege to sing
Baker Street with Natalie playing
saxophone.
We had only practiced it once before that
morning.
Other numbers they did where.
Wipe Out, Moves Like Jagger, Mamma
Mia (v. short), Titanium, Sound of the
Underground, All of me, Get Lucky,
Skyfall, Happy, Someone like you, Gonna
Fly Now and Counting Stars.
David Crombie (Mindi) then did some
songs (some of his originals) I joined him
and David McCormack for a few songs
to form the original Country Rhythm (as
we played out first gig back in the late
70’s.
Kate Wilson sang a couple of songs with
Willy Braun.
THUMBS UP
To George Russell for
organising the best
parade seen in
Coober Pedy for
decades
Thursday 23 April 2015
The wall hanging that hung quietly on the
wall of the Croation Club during the Gem
Trade Show was outstanding proof of the
creativity and skills of this community.
Coober Pedy Regional Times
David Crombie returned to do another song
with his son and others.
Steel Tear’s finished off the night (Guitar
George, David McCormack & myself, mid
90’s band)
We did some of my originals (Baby Don’t
You Weep, Cold Hearted Woman, Licensed
to Kill) and some classics.
We finished up a 1.30am with a large
number of people still there.
I think over 300 people would have attended
throughout the night with a large number
out the back and front of the Club.
We then packed up and home to our
accommodation by 2.30 am.
I think people enjoyed themselves and the
feedback has been good.
Coober Pedy will never turn 100 again but
we are all prebooked for another show
when Coober Pedy has its 200.
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Sat
Sun
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ABN: 44 761 266 367
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Welcome back to Coober Pedy
Continued from page 3
by Sue Britt
At the Centenary
Reunion Audrey and
Jim Cunningham are
interviewed by Dave
Laslett in the storytelling area of the
Library.
(Ali Laslett photo)
Feedback from participants indicates that meeting
up with old friends was the highlight of the
Centenary.
Leonie, granddaughter of Edna Brewster, said, “My
favourite part of the Centenary was finding out that
the people who lived next door to me fifty years
ago, were ‘living’ next door to me at the Oasis
Caravan Park.”
Lisa Carroll wrote, “I enjoyed seeing Peter visiting
with old mates, He really had lots of memories to
share with so many.”
The Welcome Back Reunion was organised by Judy
Underwood, Jenny Davison and Sue Britt of the
Centenary Reunion Subcommittee and the Coober
Pedy Historical Society.
They thank all the volunteers who helped with setting
up and clean-up, Coober Pedy Area School for the
use of the gym and classroom furniture, Library
staff for their support before, during and after the
Oral Histories filming, Damien for sound equipment
and the DCCP Works Department for setting up and
removing tables, chairs, display boards, and shade
shelters.
Eugene and Anthony Amorosi are pictured
in the Library (Ali Laslett photo)
Peter Butler escorted his mother
at the Reunion.
(Jenny Davison photo)
Continued on page 12
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Coober Pedy Regional Times
Thursday 23 April 2015
Long may Songbird Sing!
Songbird the Magpie 2015 Coober Pedy Australia
It was the eleventh hour the night before the big Centenary
Easter Opal Festival Parade and the last stitches on the
poor worn out sewing machine finally whirled to a stop
as Songbird was completed. The exhaustion from the
mammoth task by the Creators and Community was
completely overshadowed by the elation of seeing the
amazing nylon sculptured Opal nest of artwork blossom
into shape.
Songbird came into being, to celebrate the music
and stories about the people who have fallen under
the spell of a special town called Coober Pedy.
Commemorating the towns Centenary, over 200 people
from the community of Coober Pedy drew images, cut,
pinned and sewn together over 120 panels using over
20,000 metres of thread and over 200 metres of fabric.to
create a visually spectacular inflatable sculpture in the
shape of an Opal nest with a Magpie feeding its young.
Artists Bob Daly and Kalyna Micenko along with Eliza
Clark were commissioned to create the Inflatable Songbird
and facilitated workshops which involved the Coober Pedy
Area School, Umoona Aged Care, Multicultural Forum
and community members. They were able to inspire and
show new skills to seasoned craftspeople and mentor
and encourage keen new volunteers. The setting for the
intensive sweatshop was provided by the generosity of
the iconic Golf Club with its scenic lookout.
Photographs of the project and some of the magnificent
people that were involved can be viewed on
www.facebook.com/sfx.art
A stellar effort from Jenny Gough, Christine Challis and
Ann Haydon who would often put in double shifts and
worked their fingers to the bone. Even so, when the
sewing was completed, they admitted they would miss
the camaraderie.
Songbird the Magpie, the Storytelling Tent celebrated Coober Pedy’s opal mining history and
characters at the opal festival
Monique Harding, the project coordinator said, “The idea
of creating an inflatable art piece was initially inspired by
Evelyn Roth and I want to pay special homage to such a
creative lady, as it was her stunning Rainbow capes that
captivated the crowd during the Easter Opal Parade, as
well as the beautiful nylon zoo menagerie of rosella, koala
and owl capes, that the children paraded in.”
“It was always about the children and being able to provide
a festive space and activity they could be involved in and
also to act as a conduit to connect everyone. It has
exceeded everyone’s expectations, especially because they
can venture inside to experience that Songbird is a space
for stories and songs to be passed along and was hand
made by locals. Long may Songbird sing.”
Councillor Ian Crombie officially opened Songbird at the
Opal Festival on Saturday 4h April 2015 and there were
so many people to try to thank including Sonia Mazzone,
Susan Radeka, Tina Boyd and many others on the song
bird project. Finally it was time to go inside and to
experience the enormous dome.
Rudyard Kipling’s poem ‘If’ was performed by Praxiteles
– the famous words were heard ‘Yours is the Earth and
everything that's in it, And - which is more - you'll be a
Man, my son!’ this was the first performance piece
recorded inside the sculpture. It was a bit warm inside so
the readings of Faye Naylor’s poems were read outside
and enjoyed in the shade and shelter of the Songbird.
Tracey Piggott and the Catacomb church rehearsals
ensured these performances were truly polished.
Ann Haydon is another local lady who took on
the Songbird project for the long haul
Marathon seamstress for the Songbird project
was Jenny Gough
Later in the afternoon Ishka Maat narrated the recently
published book by Sue Britt, The Boy who found Opal
and it was enacted by Harry Maat and Shandor Nemes.
An appreciative audience listened to Damien Bachmann’s
sweet tones on his violin.
Songbird would have never happened without the support
of Country Arts SA, Coober Pedy Centenary Committee,
Umoona Aged Care Aboriginal Corporation, Coober Pedy
Multicultural Forum and HACC program, Historical
Society, Carters IGA, Coober Pedy Race Club, Coober
Pedy Lions Club, Coober Pedy Golf Club and Coober
Pedy Area School, and especially all the incredible people
who contributed to this project.
Songbird the Magpie's next outing will be at the Great
Breakaway Bolt Marathon - at the Town Oval - we hope
to see you all there, of course weather permitting.
Thursday 23 April 2015
Christine Challis prepares to sew a large zip into
the Songbird. Artist Bob Daly holds the fabric
steady
Coober Pedy Regional Times
The interior view of the Songbird resembles a
cathedral with many stained glass windows
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Section 28 (5) of the Mining Act 1971, that the
Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy
proposes to grant Exploration Licences over the
undermentioned areas.
Applicant:
Location:
Tarcoola Metals Pty Ltd
Cooladding Area – approx.
10 km north of Tarcoola
Pastoral Lease: Wilgena
Term:
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Area in km2:
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4966210
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TO DEVELOPMENT
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Section 28 (5) of the Mining Act 1971, that the
Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy
proposes to grant an Exploration Licence over the
undermentioned area.
Applicant:
Location:
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Mount John Area – approx.
110 km northeast of Ceduna
Pastoral Leases: Lake Everard, Yarna, Kondoolka
Term:
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Area in km2:
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the Department of State Development website:
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public_notices or by phoning Mineral Tenements
on 08 8463 3103.
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Mining Registrar
4981372
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Notice is hereby given that an application has been
made by Northern Investment for retrospective
consent to construct six (6) accommodation units with
associated freestanding shade structures and car parking.
(Development Number: 010/U001/15).
The land is situated at Lot 2 in DP 34670 and Pt Lot 1
in DP 34670, Railway Terrace North, Marree being
Certificate of Title: Volume 5087 Folio 612 and
Pt Certificate of Title: Volume 5087 Folio 611. This land
is located within the Country Township Zone.
The application may be examined during normal office
hours at the office of the Development Assessment
Commission, Level 5, Roma Mitchell House, 136 North
Terrace, Adelaide [opposite Adelaide Railway Station].
Application documentation may also be viewed on the
DAC website: www.dac.sa.gov.au
Any person or body who desires to do so may make
representations concerning the application by notice
in writing delivered to the Secretary, Development
Assessment Commission, GPO Box 1815, Adelaide 5001
NOT LATER THAN 7 MAY 2015.
Each person or body making a representation should
state the reason for the representation and whether
that person or body wishes to be given the opportunity
to appear before the Commission to further explain the
representation.
Submissions may be made available for public inspection.
Please indicate in writing if you object to your submission
being made available in this way.
Should you wish to discuss the application and the
public notification procedure please contact Nitsan
Taylor on 7109 7064 or nitsan.taylor@sa.gov.au
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2015 OPAL FESTIVAL EVENT WINNERS
Overall Best Float (Carter’s IGA& Cellarbrations) $1000 Explosive Bud Movie Theatre
Most Creative or Original (John’s Pizza Bar) $250 Red Back
Celebrating Mining & Opal (Oasis Caravan) $250 Old Blower
Best Costumes (District Council of Coober Pedy) $250 Coober Pedy Area School
Best Use of Colour (Regional Express) $250 Multicultural
Holding Sacs of Opal – Ladies (Imparja) $80 Rowena Williams
Holding Sacs of Opal – Mens(Imparja) $80 Paul Poulivaati
Toss the Sausage – U16 Girls (Mike Maylin) $20 Charissa Murray
Toss the Sausage – U16 Boys (Mike Maylin $20 Nicky Sirlescue
Toss the Sausage – OPEN Ladies (Mike Maylin) $60 Margeret
Toss the Sausage – OPEN Mens (Mike Maylin) $60 David Gilbey
Water Balloon Toss – 15 & U(Radeka’s)$20Tate & Miebe Fairhurst
Water Balloon Toss – Parent & Child (Radeka’s) $20 Jordon Whalan
Water Balloon Toss – OPEN Pairs (Radeka’s) $20 Peter & Charissa
50m Sprints – U10 Girls (Down to Erth B&B) $40 Liana $20 Grace Bate
50m Sprints – U10 Boys (Down to Erth B&B) $40 Brad, $20 Kye Fatt / Clipton
100m Sprints – 10-15 Girls $50 Jayne Harris, $25 Krista
100m Sprints – 10-15 Boys $50 Nicky Sirbescu, $25 Richard Williams
100m Sprints – 16 & O Women
$80 Evanna, $40 Tashara Wilson
100m Sprints – 16 & O Men $80
Dougie Waye, $40 Corey
Backhoe Contest (Open)
Pair of Boots Mark Hoad
Opal Queen (Unique Opal & Diamond) $200 Victoria Nikoloudis, $100 Georgia Musselino; $50
Rowena Williams
Opal King (Unique Opal & Diamond) $200 Paul Poulivaati; $100 Jason Jones; $50 Mark Hoad
Tug of War (Shell Coober Pedy)
$600 Tyre Centre, $240 Lake Eyrs
2015 RAFFLE WINNERS
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
Crystal Earrings; Opal Beetle; Jenny Gough #303
Handmade Pendant; Unique Opal & Diamond Manu; Virgie Gerschwitz #280
Mosaic Centennial Toilet;
Multicultural Forum; Julie Rowntree #155
Sterling Silver Pendant;
Comfort Inn;
Roanna Wardle #81
Opal Earrings;
Treasures Down Under;
Locklsey #162
Opal Mining Souvenir
John & Yoka’s Opal & Art; Fiona Smith #183
NAJO Jewellery; Seven Stones Designer Jewellers; Sue Crittendeh #348
Centenary Light Shade; Vince Malugani; Isabella Clark #256
$50 Voucher; The Hardware Shed; Ella Marianovic #117
Notice of a compensation
application in relation to an
area in the state of South Australia
Notification day: 6 May 2015
This is an application made by Tjayuwara Unmuru Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC (the
compensation claim group) who are the native title holders for the area as determined in
De Rose v State of South Australia [2013] FCA 687. The group are asking the Federal Court to
determine that they are entitled to compensation for the impairment or extinguishment of
native title rights and interests in the area described below.
The group claims that their entitlement to compensation results from the extinguishment of
native title by:
• DP 23548 (CL Vol 1433 Fol 12) being that portion of the Stuart Highway that traverses the
Tjayuwara Unmuru native title determination area and two new Community Plans for car
parks or rest stops (Allotments 63 and 64 issued on 12 October 1990; Transfer No. 6995913).
• DP 35731 (CL Vol 1433 Fol 13) being an area excised from Pastoral Lease No. 2941 for a
digital radio concentrator tower.
If native title rights and interests are found to have been affected, the Federal Court
must determine whether any compensation is payable. Generally, compensation for
any impairment or extinguishment of native title rights and interests is payable by the
Commonwealth or relevant state/territory governments.
A person who wants to become a party to this application must write to the Registrar of
the Federal Court, GPO Box 1350, Adelaide, SA, 5001 on or before 5 August 2015. After
5 August 2015, the Federal Court’s permission to become a party is required.
Application name: Tjayuwara Unmuru
Compensation Application
Federal Court File No: SAD32/2015
Date fi led: 27 February 2015
Description: Application covers about 4 sq km in
the vicinity of Sundown Outstation in the state
of South Australia near the Northern Territory
border, including that part of the Stuart Highway
within Ayers Range South and a Radio Tower.
Relevant Local Government Area:
Unincorporated SA
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Planning, Transport and Infrastructure, SA.
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Shared country, shared future.
Coober Pedy Regional Times
Thursday 23 April 2015
CPAS PRESCHOOL NEWS
Dear Parents/Caregivers,
Preschool
Highlights
Everyone here at the Preschool would like to thank all the
families who have supported us during term 1. It has been a
busy term with lots of events happening and we have
enjoyed seeing all of your smiling faces each day.
Thank you to all the parents who have phoned to
let the Preschool know their child would be away for
a session. Our attendance rate is currently sitting in
the low 70% it would be wonderful to see this
increase.
During term 1 we started planting our garden, we
planted some grass and some of the seeds that had
kindly been donated to us. The children are learning
to look after the garden and water it every day.
We have also had SA dental visit the Preschool and
some of the children had fluoride put on their teeth.
The children are all getting good at opening their
mouths so the dentist can see all of their beautiful
teeth. If your child got their teeth checked they
should have brought home a toothbrush and
toothpaste.
Mrs Effie and preschoolers planting carrots and
baby beet seeds - a gift to the preschool
Just a reminder that if your child needs to go on the
Preschool bus (on a day that is different to normal)
please let a staff member know.
Thank you,
Lisa Vermeeren
Upcoming important dates to remember :
Monday 27th April Term 2 starts—Please use new
session times
The children are learning to look after the garden
and water it every day.
Opal Festival: COOBER PEDY AREA
SCHOOL ART FLOAT 2015
Coober Pedy
Area School
students, parents
and staff
participating in
the 2015 Opal
Festival Parade
Thursday 23 April 2015
Coober Pedy Area
School won
Best Costumes
Prize 250 donated by
District Council of
Coober Pedy
Coober Pedy Regional Times
Page 11
Continued from pages 3 & 8
Welcome back to Coober Pedy
CPRT
CPRT
Don Grund brought photos of the construction of the Stuart Highway in
1983. Pictured sitting with Historical Society member Sue Britt at the
Gem Trade Show
Former resident Rob Staines travelled from Queensland to film past
residents and their opal mining stories. Pictured here speaking with
Barbara Crismani and Shaun Byrne
ABC’s Peter Goers was onsite at the Oral History
section in the Gem Trade Show on Easter
Saturday afternoon.
ABC’s Peter Goers attended Coober Pedy’s
Centenary celebrations
Peter later commented on the Coober Pedy Centenary
Cook Book in the Sunday Mail, Advertiser, 12/4/15, p62
Peter said, “Coober Pedy is ideally celebrated in this year’s
best cookbook, the Coober Pedy Centenary Cook Book
2015, compiled by Sue Britt for the Historical Society.
Camel in Stout, a piña colada slushie, pineapple chicken,
a mince medley (which sounds like the last dance at the
Mars Bar) a Swiss coconut tart, tuna mornay, Bavarian
potato dumplings, watermelon punch and my favourite –
fried rabbit on a shovel.”
Peter Goers is also part of Coober Pedy’s history. Peter
has attended many significant events over the years and
frequently included us in his evening radio shows.
Past residents at the Reunion lunch
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Coober Pedy Regional Times
Thursday 23 April 2015
by Clair Halkias
Street Party – Thu 2 Apr
Coober Pedy
Centenary
Events
The festivities continued at the Opal Festival as soon as
the Street Parade finished. An Opening Speech was given
by Mayor Stephen Staines and special guest Mark Holden
who entertained the crowd by putting some blue paint on
the Mayor’s face to promote Blue September, a men’s
cancer awareness program. There was a good display of
stalls and Community Groups to wander past.
Children were well catered for with many free activities
as well as the ever popular rides. Entertainment on stage
continued throughout the day with Me ‘N’Me Mates, Free
Genie and Daddy Long Legs. The crowd was thrilled when
Mark Holden gave a special guest performance of some
of his popular songs. Of course the novelty events were
a great attraction, although some visitors wondered what
“Toss the Sausage” was all about! As usual, the Opal King
and Queen race was hotly contested and the Tug of War
attracted a lot of attention from the barracking crowd.
The weekend’s celebrations started with a Street Party
located in the Rotunda Park. Traditional Owner and local
Councillor, Ian Crombie performed a ‘Welcome to Country’
to kick off the evening. A number of stalls sold goods
including tasty food (the honey crackles were delicious thanks). Engraved pavers attracted much attention and
many photos were taken - a great record for future
generations. Former local musician, Barry Lewis,
entertained the crowd and Trish Turner, Coober Pedy’s
2015 Citizen of the Year opened the Mosaic Garden.
Unveiling of the Mosaic Garden was bittersweet with the
obvious absence of two missing pieces due to vandalism
a few days prior to the opening. Those on display were
well received and will be a great attraction for the town. It
is believed that the missing pieces will be remade – thanks
to the wonderful ladies of the Mosaic Group! The night
continued with more musical entertainment from the Opal
Gospel Choir (Catacombs Church). Well done Coober
Pedy – a great night was had by all.
The Opal Festival raffle almost sold out, with many people
keen to win the Mosaic Toilet. The evening concluded
with a truly magnificent fireworks display followed by
music by Res’N’8. Peter Goers made a special trip back
to the Opal Festival to see the night sky light up. The Opal
Festival was well supported by a fantastic team of
volunteers, working for ‘volunteer hours’ with the
proceeds going towards their nominated Community
Group. There were over 2,000 people in attendance during
the day and the success of this event reflected true
community spirit.
Centenary Ball – Fri 3 Apr
The 100 Year Ball really was the premier event of the
Centenary celebrations. Mayor Stephen Staines gave an
inspiring Opening Speech. Guest presenter Peter Goers
spoke glowingly of Coober Pedy as the epitome of
multiculturalism.There were over 250 tickets sold.Most
of the guests dressed in formal attire and women took the
opportunity to display their glamorous evening wear.
Congratulations to Emily Natt who won the closely
contested Belle of the Ball prize donated by Seven Stones
Designer Jewellers.Fabulous entertainment was provided
by Free Genie, and Adelaide band Res’N’8 had the dance
floor full with guests showing their moves. Thanks goes
to the great team of volunteers who worked tirelessly
throughout the evening.
Opal Festival – Sat 4 Apr
Belle of the Ball Emily Natt with Grant Maxwell
Street Parade – Sat 4 Apr
The weather was perfect for the street parade which
showcased a larger than usual variety of entries. Locals
and visitors lined the street,keen to view the truly unique
spectacle of unusual floats. The parade made its way along
Hutchinson Street to finish at the Oz Minerals Oval. It
was evident that many people put a lot of effort into
arranging their display. Congratulations to those who won
category prizes – it was a tough decision for judges to
make as there were so many worthy entries.
Welcome Back to Coober
PedyReunion – Sun 5 Apr
The historic displays in the Coober Pedy Area School
Gymnasium and Library were well attended. A wide
collection of photos and memorabilia were on show. Many
former Coober Pedy residents caught up with long lost
acquaintances and reconnected with their past, with
around 400 in attendance. There was much reminiscence
and even a few surprise discoveries when looking through
old photos. Thanks go to the Coober Pedy Historical
Society for putting this event together – it was much
appreciated by present and past residents.
Opal Fields Golf Club looks ahead in 2015
The new season of the Coober Pedy Opal Fields
Golf Club has started. Sunday the 11th April saw
the first tee off for the 2015 golf season. The new
tee off time of 1pm is being trialled to allow members and guests time to have lunch before starting
their round of golf.
The AGM was held on the 13th February. Thank you
to the previous and continuing committee and welcome
to all new members.
The 2015 committee members are:
Stephen Borrett (Captain)
Chevahn Hoad (President)
Damien Bachmann (Vice President)
Fr. Brian Matthews (Secretary)
Nadine Lewis (Treasurer and Bar Manager)
Dylan Lewis (grounds person)
Amandine Bachmann Caire
Mandy Sparrow
This year looks to be another exciting year. The draft
program has been sent out to members and will be posted
on the notice board at the club. Reminders for
membership renewal have been sent and we welcome
some new members from interstate and overseas.
Twighlight Golf has
been a highlight of
longer summer
days, and also the
daylight saving
period and should
resume again later
in the year
We are once again working with Performance Golf to
bring PGA Pro golfers to Coober Pedy to give the kids
a golf experience day during early June. The Pro golfers
will also be giving private lessons to club members and
assisting the club to kick start a junior golf program for
2015.
We hope to see you this year for a round of golf
(competition or social). If you have any questions please
call Chevahn Hoad on 0417217904 or Stephen Borrett
on 0427569754
Thursday 23 April 2015
by Chevahn Hoad
Coober Pedy Regional Times
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13
What’ s On in COOBER PEDY?
& Visiting Services
MONDAYS
Karate -Golf Club
6 - 7pm General Class
7 - 8pm Teenagers & Adults
karateclub.cp@gmail.com
COOBER PEDY MULTICULTURAL
FORUM - HACC PROGRAM
FREE SWIMMING for the Over 65s
Pool opening hours.Please
register: 8672 3299
Active Boys Group 3:15-5:00
ages 10 & up at the youth shed
TUESDAYS
COOBER PEDY MULTICULTURAL
FORUM - HACC PROGRAM
FREE TAI CHI CLASSES for over 65s
Sit or stand for these gentle exercises.
1:15PM at Community Health
FREE SWIMMING for the Over 65s
Pool opening hours.Please
register: 8672 3299
DISTRICT COUNCIL MEETINGS
3nd Tuesday each month at 7pm
AMBULANCE TRAINING
7.30pm Umoona Road. Every
Tuesday except school holidays
GREEK HALL
7pm Charcoal BBQ & Salad
Every Thursday night
LITTLE MUSICIANS
10.00am—10.45am
Coober Pedy Area School
Music Room
Caters for 3 to 5 year olds
FRIDAYS
Serbian Church Social
Club, Dinner 6pm Fridays
COOBER PEDY MULTICULTURAL
FORUM - HACC PROGRAM
COOBER PEDY MULTICULTURAL
FORUM - HACC PROGRAM
Over 65s FREE TAI CHI
CLASSES. Sit or stand for these
gentle exercises. 1:15PM at
Community Health
CP SHOOTERS CLUB
Friday night shotgun 8pm till
dark (daylight savings time)
WEDNESDAYS
FREE SWIMMING for the over 65s
Pool opening hours.Please
register: 8672 3299
THURSDAY
COOBER PEDY MULTICULTURAL
FORUM - HACC PROGRAM
FREE SWIMMING for the over 65s
Pool opening hours.Please
register: 8672 3299
MOSIAC at the Italian Club for the
over 65s - 1-4pm Please register:
8672 3299
KARATE -Golf Club. 6 - 7pm
General Class. 7 - 8pm Teenagers
& Adults. karateclub.cp@gmail.com
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Golf (CP Golf Course
Registration 12:00 -1.00
Tee off time 1:30
PLAY TIME
Catering for 0 to 5 year olds
2.00pm—3.30pm
School Gymnasium
P3 Orion to
‘fly past’
Coober pedy
on ANZAC Day
25th April 2015
Catacomb Church Service
and Sunday School 9:30am
Sunday. Bus pickup available.
Ph 8672 5038
CRICKET AT OVAL
Saturday 7.00 pm and
Sunday 9.30pm
Ph: Fernando 0437 739 447
FREE SWIMMING for the Over
65s Pool opening hours.
Youth Shed 11-2 ages 8
Please register: 8672 3299
& up
GREEK CLUB - Bingo 7.30 pm
MULTICULTURAL FORUM –
HACC Program
Over 65s Gentle exercise class
9 AM at Golf Club
Please register – 8672 3299
SUNDAYS
CP SHOOTERS CLUB
Rifle 10am -
Is your
“What’s On”
listing out of
date?
You are invited to share with us
6.00 AM: Dawn Service at RSL,
followed by Gunfire Breakfast.
9.30 AM: March from RSL to
memorial for service at Cenotaph in
front of Underground Catholic Church.
10 AM: RAAF P3 Orion will be doing a
fly past
12.00 NOON: RSL BBQ.
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The South Australian Museum’s Out of
the Glass Case travelling roadshow is
visiting our local community in late April.
The dates are:
For the array of stunning
hairstyles that walked into
the Easter Ball at the Greek
Club - Many thanks to
Tanya
SCHOOL TERM DATES
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Term 1: 27 Jan - 10 Apr
Term 2: 27 Apr - 3 Jul
Term 3: 20 Jul - 25 Sep
Term 4: 12 Oct - 11 Dec
Coober Pedy Regional Times
Monday 27 April 2015 – Coober Pedy Area
School
Tuesday 28 April 2015 - Woomera Area
School
Wednesday 29 April 2015 – Andamooka
Primary School
Thursday 30 April 2015 – Roxby Downs Area
School.
“The Coober Pedy– Andamooka area was
where plesiosaur fossils have been
discovered – these were ancient marine
reptiles that lived during the age of the
dinosaurs 100-150 million years ago when
an inland sea stretched across the interior of
Australia from NE South Australia, northern
NSW and western Queensland.
For more information visit http://
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Thursday 23 April 2015
WILLIAM CREEK 50TH GYMKHANA
William Creek celebrated its 50th gymkhana on
Saturday, March 28th 2015. The first gymkhana was
organised by the late Dick Nunn, who was the
manager of Anna Creek Station. Together with other
families living in the area, and a lot of support from
people who live out of the area, it has been able to
continue until today.
The weekend commenced with a get together at the
Gymkhana complex on the Friday afternoon, before
patrons ventured to the William Creek Hotel where Gavin
Chandler kept everyone entertained in front of the Hotel
during the evening.
Saturday was a perfect day weather wise, and a good
crowd of onlookers saw some great events.
The Dick and Connie Nunn Memorial Cup was won by
Teresa Hawkins riding Ronald Boland’s “Buster
Typhoon”, while the RFDS Sprint was also won by
Teresa riding “Nothing Shall Pass”
Contestants wait their turn for the gymkhana events
The ODT Australis William Creek Cup also went to the
Boland’s “Nothing Shall Pass”with Teresa Hawkins
aboard.
Champion Gymkhana Rider was won by Jim Wheeler
from The Peake, and his horse was Champion Horse.
Harvey Williams from Leigh Creek was successful in
the Junior and Juvenile Gymkhana events, and also the
Junior Motorkhana, while Jake Aulich from Coober Pedy
was Juvenile Champion in the motorbike section, and
Justin Nunn was the Adult winner.
The day was officially opened by Stuart Nunn, a former
manager at Anna Creek, and a cake which was
beautifully decorated by Megan Hibbs from Macumba,
was cut by three of the late Dick Nunn’s daughtersRachel Price, Jayne Nunn and Margy Nunn.
Stuart and Eddie Nunn accepted a plaque honouring the
input the Nunn families have had into the gymkhana
over the 50 years. Mr Rowley Milhinch was also
honoured with a plaque for his contribution over many
years.
Members of the Nunn family with the Birthday Cake
The committee also made a presentation to Mr John
Hobbs, or Chef Hobbsy as he is affectionately known.
Hobbsy has been cooking at all our events for many,
many years, but has finally decided to hang up his apron.
He was presented with a Rip Roarin Travel Bag set.
The Gymkhana committee would like to thank everyone
who helped us out on the day- particularly people like
Trevor Nixon who always makes the journey up when
he can to run the bar for us, Pat and Wally Luscombe
who travel from Adelaide every year for all our events
and work in the kitchen and bar, and everyone else who
jumps in and lends a hand when they can see it is needed.
Thanks too to Col Greenfield and Bobby Hunter who
did a great job on the microphone, and everyone who
helped with the horse and motorbike events.
Our sponsors are another integral part of the event, we
wouldn’t be able to run without your financial assistanceand your unwavering support of our gymkhana is very
much appreciated- thank you.
To everyone who came and participated , or to watch,
we appreciate the effort you all made to get there- it
was great to see those who made the special effort to
be there to help celebrate our milestone weekend.
We look forward to the next 50!
But before then we will organise our bronco branding
and campdraft, which has been scheduled for Saturday,
August 22nd 2015. Matt Williams and Chantelle
Edmunds at Nilpinna 86707975 are the contacts for that
event .
The Adelaide Galvanising contingent flew up from Adelaide for the day and bought the winning
Cup horse at the auction. Pictured here with owner Ronald Boland and Cup donor Trevor Wright
from the William Creek Hotel
We look forward to joining everyone at Oodnadatta for
the 125th Races on Saturday May 9th and the National
Bronco Branding Championships which will be held in
Oodnadatta on Saturday, July 18th .
Thursday 23 April 2015
See Page 16 for more photos
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WILLIAM CREEK 50 GYMKHANA
Logan Williams, Leigh Creek in the Bending race
Ronald Boland accepting the trophy and ribbon from
RFDS representative Brendan Eblem. The RFDS Sprint
was won by “Nothing Shall Pass”, ridden by Teresa
Hawkins. The RFDS donated a replica of an RFDS plane
as a trophy
The crowd enjoyed the day’s events
Teresa Hawkins and Stuart Nunn after the running of the
Dick and Connie Nunn Memorial Cup
Jim Wheeler competing in the Barrel race
Ian Doyle, Adelaide, Marie Williams Quorn, Rowley
Milhinch Adelaide and Julian Hipwell, Port Augusta
Oz Minerals representative Brian Kilgariff presents Harvey
Williams, Leigh Creek with his trophy
Brian Kilgariff and Justin Nunn
Brian Kilgariff with Jim Wheeler, The Peake
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