Collie River Valley Bulletin, May 18, 2023 by Collie River Valley Bulletin

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Bulletin's all-new website is launched

THE Bulletin's new website has launched, making it easier for readers to keep up to date with all the latest local news. Page 2

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First patients welcomed at new operating theatre

AT THE ROUNDHOUSE

COLLIE Health Service’s new state-of-the-art operating theatre is now admitting new patients, with works on the facility having been completed. Page 3

Innasanatorium band members Rapid, Tim Cornish, Ryan Noonan, Ryan Pearce and Adam McDonald (front) were in town to shoot a video clip at the Collie Roundhouse last Saturday. See story page 11.

Smoke ban closer Council set to give cigarettes the flick in CBD THE Collie Shire Council last week moved a step closer to making the central business district and parks smoke free. Council moved to amend its Activities in Thoroughfares and Public Places local law to make the ban possible. It will also conduct community consultations and consult the chamber of commerce and impacted businesses. A final designation of smoke-free areas

will form part of a separate council resolution. “I think that staff have done a lot of work on this, and should be commended for the amount of work that has gone into it,” Cr Elysia Harverson said in voicing her support for the proposal. Cr Joe Italiano also stated his support, noting it will lead to “a much healthier town and a much healthier environment for our children”.

The restrictions would see Collie seize the initiative in denormalising smoking, going above and beyond state regulations. In WA it is already illegal to smoke in enclosed public places, including pubs, clubs and restaurants. The council’s proposal would take this a step further, with smoke-free town centre areas including thoroughfares, laneways and parks.

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Other smoke-free zones could be established near places catering for children and outdoor eating areas. Private property, such as car parks adjacent to supermarkets, could also be included. The shire could potentially apply the smoking restrictions to the whole district and then determine which areas should be included. This would pave the way to expand the restrictions if required, including other areas in the future.

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New Bulletin website launched

AAAAAA What's on, When and Where Cardiff Hall market day Saturday, 11am to 2pm, last for the year. Local produce, arts and crafts, plants, secondhand goods, woodwork, book exchange, jewellery, cakes, preserves. Stalls $10 - contact Rose: 0427 320 809. Curry night Saturday, 6pm till sold, RSL, dine-in or takeaway. $10/meal, Anzac tour group. Bingo Collie Eagles football clubrooms, Thursdays, doors open 6.30pm, eyes down 7pm. Library activities Sing along story time, weekly, Mondays, 9am. Lego Club weekly Mondays, 3.30pm. Parkrun Parkrun at Soldiers’ Park every Saturday 8am. Walk or run at your own pace, fun and fitness is the focus. Coalfields Museum Open Thursday to Mondays, 9am to 3pm. Children under 16 free when accompanied by an adult. Riff Raff dancing Every Monday from 7pm at Collie PCYC. Beginners welcome, no partner necessary. Supper provided. Cost is $5 per person. Boomers' Dance At the Club Hotel, Saturday, May 27, 6pm till late. A local DJ with the classics from the 50s to the 80s. Meals available. Free entry. Signing centre Monday 10am to 12-noon; Thursday 2pm3.30pm; Friday 10am to 12-noon at the courthouse. Op shops The Anglican Op Shop, Tuesday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm. Vinnies open Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 1pm, now opening Saturday 9am-1pm. Donation bins at St Brigid’s church and primary school. Jo’s Bazaar, Monday and Thursday, 9am to 12pm. Harvest Life op shop Prinsep Street Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm. Foodbank here the first and third Tuesday of each month, 12:15-1pm. Collie Child and Parent Centre Playgroup Mondays at 9am (for parents and carers with children birth to 5 years old). MyTime support group (for parents and carers with children with additional needs) Tuesdays, from 12.30pm. Baby Business (for parents and carers with children birth to 2 years) Fridays at 9.00am. For more information call 9734 3364 or drop in at 6 Cable Street Collie. Send it in This column offers free publication of events for not for profit clubs and organisations. If you would like to have details of your events published in this column, send copy to nola. crvbulletin@gmail.com or classies@crvbulletin.com. Deadline 5pm on Fridays.

THE Bulletin's new website has launched, making it easier for readers to keep up to date with all the latest news and developments in the Collie community. Readers will be able to access the full scope of the Bulletin's reporting, from breaking news, to sport and other community updates on the site. An emphasis has been placed on making the website easy to navigate, offering readers an uncluttered and intuitive experience. The Bulletin's digital editions can also be accessed in full, allowing readers to scroll through the newspaper as it is printed each week. Managing editor Martin Kovacs said the Bulletin will continue to cater for readers’ news needs via both its print and digital platforms. “We’re excited to launch our new website, which will strongly complement our weekly print edition,” Mr Kovacs said. “We believe it is important to provide readers with the option of being able to access the news either in print or online. “Our new website will cover the news as it happens, acting as an online hub for all things Collie.” At a time when regional papers face an

increasingly uncertain future, the Bulletin has gone against the grain by establishing itself as an important local news service. Since launching in 2020, it has played a key role in bringing Collie people the news in what has been a time of great transition for the community. “Now more than ever it is important

for Collie people to be kept up to date,” Mr Kovacs said. “Collie is on the cusp of signiﬁcant change amid the ongoing move towards clean energy sources. “As the town evolves, the Bulletin will evolve with it and continue to cover the news that matters for Collie people, both in hard copy and online.”

FUNDING for grid-scale battery storage based out of Collie was one of the key features of the State Government’s 2023-24 budget handed down last week. As part of its efforts to transition from coal-ﬁred power, the government outlined plans to spend $2.8 billion across a number of clean energy initiatives. The government’s projects will also include wind power generation and transmission network upgrades. Of the funding, $2.3 billion will be dedicated to integrating new battery storage

into the South West Interconnected System at both Collie and Kwinana. Synergy has been tasked with delivering both systems, which will together total 700 megawatts. The Collie system alone will be capable of providing around 500 megawatts for up to four hours. The government anticipates the Collie battery will be operational by 2025. The battery “has the potential to be one of the world's biggest systems”. It will aid in collecting excess solar en-

ergy during the day and providing power when required at peak times. Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns described it as “a signiﬁcant investment in keeping the electricity grid reliable and secure”. “We're delivering a major investment to transform WA's energy system for a low-carbon future,” Mrs Hanns said. "We are keeping Collie at the heart of powering our state, with our town to be home to one of the world's biggest batteries.”

NEWS ON DEMAND: Managing editor Martin Kovacs is excited to launch the Bulletin's new website.

Big battery coming Christmas bauble workshop A WORKSHOP to learn how to make Christmas baubles, or other themed baubles, will be held at the Church of Christ hall next Thursday, May 25, at 9.30am. Former Collie resident Anne Rossiter will be running the workshop. She donated a set of baubles to the

Cheerio Club’s Christmas party last year, and people expressed an interest in learning how to make them. There is a cost of $10 to cover morning tea and the materials for a take home item. Anyone interested in attending should ring Donna on 0419 863 220.

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First patients welcomed at state-of-the-art facility COLLIE Health Service’s new state-ofthe-art operating theatre is now admitting new patients, with work on the facility completed. The ﬁrst patients were welcomed to the new $14.7 million theatre, which will cater for a range of general surgical, obstetric and dental procedures, from Tues-

day this week. The WA Country Health Service’s Kerry Winsor said the new theatre will help deliver a contemporary healthcare service. “The new operating theatre features state-of-the-art technology and amenities, and will signiﬁcantly enhance the experience of patients and staff,” Mrs

VINTAGE VEHICLE: Alan Bowers (back), with Bill Goltz and Neil True, put in hundreds of hours to get the Collie-Cardiﬀ RSL’s Ferret Mark II scout car running again.

Many hands ﬁxed Ferret IT took a team to restore the Collie-Cardiff RSL’s Ferret Mark II scout car. George Saunders bought the vehicle from army surplus and brought it to Collie. Some time later, Kevin Dyer and Barney Wells bought it from him and donated it to the local RSL. The motor was taken out and stored until the scout could be brought back to good condition. It has taken some six years to get it to the stage where it could be driven once more. “I put the whole lot in boxes because it had no mud guards, no tool boxes, no hatches and no gun turret,” Alan Bowers said. This version of the Ferret dates from 1956, and was used as a scout behind enemy lines. With a driver and a gunner/observer, its role was to sneak around and ﬁnd out what the enemy was up to, but once discovered, it was built to get back to

safety as quickly as possible. For this reason, it has ﬁve gears that work both in forward and reverse, and a top speed of 96 kph. “It’s taken years to restore it, and a whole team,” Mr Bowers said. “I’ve calculated I spent about 500 hours on it, and Neil True would have spent about the same. He and Bill Goltz worked on the brakes, Bobby Payne painted it, Bob Brierley and Ron Guilfoyle worked on it too. “The headlights are new, and some other parts too, and I spent hours punching the holes in the gun barrel. “Glenn Matthews, who is an auto-electrician, worked on the starter motor. “It has been a real team effort.” The Ferret is currently housed at the RSL’s clubrooms, but it came out on the road for Anzac Day after a permit was obtained to run it on the road. Ferrets are still widely used in many countries.

Winsor said. “As well as the new theatre, artwork is also prominently displayed throughout the main entry, providing an illuminating feature to reﬂect healing, recovery and care.” Other works include upgrades to the theatre waiting room and reception, along with the addition of a new consulting room. The facility also features new state-ofthe-art telehealth technology. Other works include upgrades to heating, cooling and ventilation systems, replacement of hot water systems, upgraded electrical systems and car park lighting. Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns stressed the importance of access to world-class healthcare. Mrs Hanns said the redevelopment will deliver huge beneﬁts for patients and their families. “The completion of the new operating theatre is an exciting milestone,” Mrs Hanns said.

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STATE-OF-THE-ART: WA Country Health Service director of nursing/ health services manager Barry Moroney, Collie-Preston MLA Jodie Hanns, and WA Country Health Service inland operations manager Jeremy Higgins in the new operating theatre.

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Govt's Grifﬁn woes an 'absolute mess'

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SOUTH West MLC Steve Thomas believes the government has a “disaster on its plate”, with Griffin Coal still unable to reach a commercial arrangement supporting stable operation of its mine. Minister for State Development, Jobs and Trade Roger Cook provided an update on the matter last week, telling parliament the government and Griffin remain in ongoing discussions. However, Mr Thomas said the situation is an “absolute mess”. “We’ve known for years that Griffin is in a dire situation,” he said. “To keep Griffin alive will take far more than the $19.5 million that’s in the

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handout budget at the moment. Griffin’s been losing $50 to $70 million a year for a decade, and it only survives by cash injections from its financial backers overseas, and at some point I suspect that will stop.” Mr Thomas said the government cannot keep this company going. Mr Cook told parliament Griffin remains in a “challenged position”. He said that due to the matter being commercially sensitive there are limitations on what the government can share. As it stands, $7.3 million of government funding has been drawn down. It had previously been revealed this

sum had gone towards the repair of an excavator, along with additional mobilisation works undertaken in preparation for winter. Mr Cook said the government also remains in discussion with commercial parties that rely on Griffin Coal. “It is the government’s firm belief that Griffin Coal’s financial difficulties should be resolved through a commercial agreement with its customers based on paying a price for coal that supports the ongoing stable operation of the mine,” Mr Cook said. “Unfortunately, this has not yet occurred,” he added.

FAIRVIEW Primary School students donned blue last Friday for Do it for Dolly Day, which seeks to spread kindness and break the silence around bullying. The day is marked every year on May 12, promoting messages of kindness and safety for youth and communities. The event was started after the death of 14-year-old Dolly Everett, a victim of relentless bullying, who took her own life in 2018. This year students around the country were asked to dress or decorate in blue, Dolly’s favourite colour. Being kind to everyone and everything you see was another of the day’s themes. Fairview students arrived at school decked out in a range of outﬁts and accessories, including blue hats, glasses and tutus.

STEPPING UP: Amaroo Primary School’s year six leaders Matilda Head (front right) and James Martin (back right) hosted the school’s Monday morning assembly to help build their public speaking skills. Their fellow leaders, Jaxson Algeo (back left), Ella Burek, Phoenix Valenta (front left) and Mylee Ireland will also host assemblies this year.

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BLUE DRESS: Fairview primary students Mylee Giles and Zara Loxton (back row), and Kobi McCormick and Eleanor Creemers (front) wore blue for Do it for Dolly Day.

AMAROO Primary School’s student leaders have taken the next step in their leadership journey this term by hosting the school’s Monday morning assembly. Matilda Head and James Martin ran Monday’s assembly, where they reminded their classmates of the importance of adhering to the school’s Positive Behaviour Support policy. The students also ran the faction card draw and presented the week’s structured play timetable. Specialist class awards for Auslan, art, physical education and science were also presented. Deputy principal Dorinda Truscott said hosting the assemblies would help build the leaders’ conﬁdence. “By having them lead the assembly, all students can build a connection and relationship with our student councillors and know how approachable they

are. The leaders get the opportunity to develop their public speaking skills and build confidence,” she said. “They can also transfer what we discuss at our weekly meetings to the Monday assembly to allow them to promote the work they are doing and to share their successful outcomes and progress.” Matilda and James said they already felt more confident since stepping up to the new role. James put his public speaking skills to use during the school holidays when he spoke at the Anzac ceremony in Soldiers’ Park. “I feel confident in speaking and feel better about it each time I step onto the stage,” he said. “I like informing everyone about what’s happening - it’s fun.” Two of the six leaders will host the assemblies on a rotating basis.

Scenic Drive the spot

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Eco-lodge move is proposed

BUSINESS owner Nick Smargiassi says his Scenic Drive property would be an “ideal” replacement for the proposed Minningup Pool eco-resort. Mr Smargiassi said he approached the Collie Shire Council about the possibility a couple of months ago, however has not had any indication about what its next steps may be. The council has confirmed that Mr Smargiassi has discussed the proposal with shire officers. Mr Smargiassi has been involved in a long-running dispute with the shire regarding use of the land for storage. His proposal to use the land for tourism purposes comes after a series of legal

actions between the council and Smargiassi Nominees. In 2018, Mr Smargiassi was fined more than $200,000 related to unlawful use of the land, used for the storage of scrap metal, skip bins, car bodies, old machinery, timber and builders rubble. Mr Smargiassi said the property, spanning nine acres and with river access, would fit the bill for the proposed eco-resort. “I’ve offered Scenic Drive to the council,” he said. “You want to beautify the spot, why don’t you buy it and beautify it?” Mr Smargiassi said legal action regarding the land is ongoing.

THE South West Development Commission will oversee more Minningup Pool redevelopment consultation following a backlash by Collie locals. A temporary halt has also been placed on funding related to the development while the discussions are done Collie shire president Sarah Stanley told last week's council meeting that the Minister for Regional Development, Don Punch, had requested the commission “facilitate a roundtable discussion”. Cr Stanley said stakeholders, including traditional owners, would be consulted to better understand “unique cultural, heritage and environmental considerations”.

“This will allow time for further discussions to take place to determine the next steps,” Cr Stanley said. Opponents to the redevelopment have criticised the council for what they claim has been a lack of transparency. However, the council has defended its community consultation since planning started in 2019. The council has held community meetings and provided updates via its website. There has also been a display available at the Collie Public Library. Redevelopment opponents have been circulating a petition which they plan to present to the council.

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Anywhere but Minni, say many

COLLIE residents have said “anywhere but Minningup Pool” in response to a Bulletin Facebook post about suitable sites for new tourist accommodation. The Bulletin posed the question: “If not Minningup, where do you think the project could be shifted to?” The prevailing consensus was that Lake Kepwari, Stockton Lake or Black Diamond Lake would be better suited for additional development. Many respondents said any of the three sites would do, stating it makes better sense to focus on already tourism-focused areas. Here is what some said: Tony Barker-May: Kepwari would be best, it would mean visitors travel through Collie on the way in and on the way out, it gives them a chance to stock up or go to a pub or whatever. Stockton would also be an option, for the same reason. Kiera Mulholland: Black Diamond - it already pulls tourists and generates free advertising, but without proper

maintenance or improvements I don’t see it keeping up with the beautiful tourist destinations on offer around our state. Other towns and cities are busy developing their unique attractions and Collie should be doing the same. Kerryn Bell: Lake Kepwari. It's manmade, already a water playground, with roads in and boat-launching areas. Camping and facilities on one side, resort on the other. Steve Roney: Why not Kepwari? It’s man-made, so it has no cultural significance. It’s already a tourism precinct. Something like Karri Valley Resort in Pemberton would fit well. Andy Mayers: Go to Kepwari/Black Diamond/Honeymoon Pool, etc on any long weekend and immerse yourself in the multitude of stereos playing different music, drunken behaviour, mountains of rubbish, and every type of inflatable pool animal. You will see why a vast majority of Collie locals would like to see Minningup, just one little pocket, a natural gem, left alone.

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Local woman on animal cruelty charge June 7 court date is set

A COLLIE woman has been charged with animal cruelty following the seizure of two matted, ﬂea-ridden dogs from her home. An RSPCA inspector and two rangers attended the 39-year-old woman’s property in January after receiving two cruelty reports. The RSPCA has advised that a male and female Lhasa Apso-type dogs, both aged 10, were found covered with ﬂeas, scratching and biting themselves excessively.

The dogs were taken to a vet clinic, where it was found that the male was anaemic due to a ﬂea infestation, with the female underweight, experiencing dental problems and suffering from a grass seed infection. The RSPCA has advised that the woman claimed she had groomed the dogs in recent months and treated them for ﬂeas, and had not noticed either dog scratching or biting. The RSPCA will allege the dogs suffered harm which could have been alleviated by taking reasonable steps. The charges will be heard in the Collie Magistrates Court on June 7. The dogs, have since been taken to the RSPCA’s animal care centre in Malaga, where they continue to recover.

RAISING AWARENESS: Parkinson's nurse Donna Mallaby, Leanne Brockwell and her sister Karren Whiteaker (seated). Karren suﬀers from Parksinson's disease.

Leanne’s Parkinson’s shave

COLLIE woman Leanne Brockwell is passionate when it comes to raising awareness about Parkinson’s disease and helping those who suffer from it. So much so, that last Tuesday she shaved her head to help raise money for more nurses specialising in Parkinson’s treatment in the South West region. Mrs Brockwell said there are currently only two nurses providing care in the South West, covering a huge geographical area. Sometimes there could be six months betweens visits from the nurses. Mrs Brockwell, who has family and friends who suffer from the disease, including her sister Karren Whiteaker, said nurses play a critical role in Parkinson’s patients’ lives. She said shaving her head is “so little, but can make a huge difference” in terms of raising awareness. “The issue with Parkinson’s is that most people think it is an old people’s disease,” Mrs Brockwell said. “It’s not. People are being diagnosed in their 40s.” Mrs Brockwell said the Collie

community has been amazing in supporting her fundraising efforts. “Today I’m also door-knocking with businesses, seeing if they will put any money in,” she said.

Leanne after shaving her head to raise money for more South West nurses specialising in Parkinson’s treatment.

Fire near miss RESIDENTS have been reminded to be vigilant around fireplaces this winter, following a near miss at a home in Allanson last week. Christy Kearsley woke to a bedroom full of smoke after a hot coal fell from the fireplace and ignited an oven mitt on the fireguard. Ms Kearsley said her partner, Ace Matthews, had returned from night shift at about 6am and stoked the fire, unaware that the coal had escaped. Half-an-hour later, Ms Kearsley said she was woken by smoke alarms. “I opened my eyes and the room was filled with smoke - it was like fog,” she said. The source was an oven mitt used to open the hot fireplace door. “The pot mitt was on fire, there were flames,” she said. “So I opened the front door and threw it outside.” Ms Kearsley said when she ran outside, her partner - who was in the games room - could tell something was wrong and came inside to help open all the windows. “It was lucky the fire didn’t spread be-

cause I had my kids’ school clothes hanging near the fire as well,” she said. “And my son’s bedroom isn’t far away. “We also usually have our firewood stacked near the fire, so it was lucky that it wasn't there.” Ms Kearsley said she and her partner have now taken steps to ensure it will not happen again. “There are no more pot mitts and we are extra vigilant,” she said. “We recently moved into the house and part of moving in was checking the fire alarms. “If the fire alarm hadn’t gone off, it would have been closer to 7am when my partner came to bed and saw the smoke. “It could’ve been much worse.” Ms Kearsley said she encourages people to be vigilant, even with heaters. A few years ago, she said a heater almost caught fire because it was plugged into a power board, rather than the wall or an extension cord. “Be vigilant that coal doesn’t fall out of the fireplace and watch what you have around the fireplace,” she said. “It can happen so easily.”

THE Collie RSL has been praised for its Anzac Day dawn service. The service was a credit top the RSL and to the Collie community," reported Cr Joe Italiano at last week's Collie Shire Council meeting. Cr Italiano was reporting during the “announcements” section of the monthly meeting.

“I haven't been to a dawn service for 20 or more years and I was absolutely gobsmacked by the good attendance and the professional way the service was run,” he said. Cr Italiano urged any councillors who had not attended a dawn service to get up early next Anzac day and support the annual event.

Praise for RSL's Anzac service

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WORKSHOP ATTENDEES: Shay Griffin with son Coen, Radiance's Tara Hollins, and Crystal Gobby-Thackray with daughter Daisy Zanko at the Collie Child and Parent Centre's perinatal mental health workshop.

Mothers in focus THE Collie Child and Parent Centre held a workshop last week to educate and inform parents about perinatal mental health. The event was part of World Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week and was held in partnership with Radiance Network South West. Radiance manager Anne Mackay said a range of events had been staged to mark the week. “They were all about raising awareness of perinatal mental health by increasing knowledge of signs and symptoms of perinatal mental conditions such as perinatal depression and anxiety,” Ms Mackay said.

“They were also about bringing awareness of where to access support, such as health and social services organisations, and their staff and websites, apps and telephone support lines.” Ms Mackay said the event also provided an opportunity for local parents and families to connect. She said parenting can be lonely and families may suffer from lack of support. “There is still a lot of shame about asking for support,” she said. “We want to get parents to speak up about asking for help. It’s okay not to be okay.”

Collie Battery Community Information Session Session Wednesday 24 May, 6–7.30pm Collie Ridge Resort Function Centre Coalfields Highway, 185-195 Throssell Street, Collie Join us for an evening to learn about the innovative Collie Battery Energy Storage System project. You will have the opportunity to be part of a Q&A session and provide feedback. Light refreshments will be served.

WA’s energy continues to transform, so we’re increasing our renewable energy resources and technology. To support this transition, we’re investing in large-scale battery energy storage systems to to help help keep keep our our energy energy reliable reliable and and more more sustainable. sustainable. systems WA WA is is heading heading to to a a more more sustainable sustainable future, future, and and we’re we’re here here to lead the way. to lead the way. To To create create Synergy. Synergy. Because we’re Greater, connected. Because we’re Greater, connected.

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Plenty of parking problems Big battery a standout

WE were both bemused and dismayed with the frontpage headline and story in the Bulletin, “Restrictions on the agenda: Timed parking” (April 27, 2023). Bemused because just the weekend before we were three elderly passengers and a driver in a medium-sized four-door sedan looking to park in the Collie CBD on a busy Saturday morning. We thought we had lucked in when a parking space suddenly opened up in Forrest Street, adjacent the old railway sheds and across the road from the newsagency. Alas, our luck turned to dismay when we realised that two of our passengers were going to have to risk their lives and limbs if they tried exiting the vehicle

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at this “parking spot”, because to do so would mean having no choice but to step directly into a rose garden. Thankfully, council quashed the bureaucracy’s request for another lazy $30k of our hard-earned to do yet another “study”. We are way past being doomed. The only thing saving us and our business community from total destruction at the moment is a small majority of councillors still willing to work together pragmatically to save us from the dead hand (and head) of inefficient, incompetent and costly government bureaucracy.

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Tower taken down

COLLIE Community Radio reached another milestone when its original AM tower was taken down last weekend. The tower was erected in 2005 and broadcast on the 1089am signal as the town’s community radio station went to air. The tower, which stood at the western end of town, was taken down by station volunteers. Part of its history was the switch from 1089am to 101.3fm, with the station’s transmitter now located to the northern side of town.

IT has been a busy week in Parliament, with a focus on the Premier’s 2023/24 budget announcements. I’m very pleased to see cost of living relief delivered to households, who will receive a $400 electricity credit, and further targeted relief for those who need it most. And in big news for Collie, the exciting news that our town is chosen as the location of one of the world’s biggest batteries. This investment keeps Collie at the heart of our energy system and delivers new jobs for our local community. SINCE being reelected in 2021 the McGowan Government’s additional investment in health now totals $10 billion to deliver quality healthcare across Western Australia. Last week I was able to get a firsthand look at the new world-class operating theatre at Collie Hospital. The operating theatre welcomes its first patient this week and I thank all of the amazing staff at our hospital. WITH the cooler weather comes the flu season, and I would like to remind everyone that the government is offering free flu vaccines for everyone in WA during the month of May. I’M saving the most exciting news until last, that being the renovations on my office are on the home stretch. Thank you just doesn’t seem enough for our local builder Jeff Riley and his hardworking team. I simply cannot wait for moving day - Friday May 19. The office will be closed during the week of May 22 to 26 as we reinstall our systems, but my staff will be available by phone or email during normal office hours. I invite you to come and see the new office on Saturday 27 May from 9.30am to 11.30am so you too can send some praise in Jeff’s direction. The office will be open as normal on Monday May 29.

I HATE maths. Especially the kind that deals with percentages and extra-specially that kind of question that goes something like, “if you have 17 lollies and your sister eats three, but then your mother calls you to dinner, how many kangaroos are there loose in the top paddock?’ I hate those, but I’ll get back to that. I’m now on my fourth return trip across the Nullarbor. From the first trip I have vivid memories of red dust and wombats, and a series of corrugated iron sheds that had a creaky old petrol pump or two out the front. A gnarled old character would stir himself from the depths (it was always a him) and shuffle out to get you some fuel, then you would be on your way again. By the second trip, about seven years later, Eucla had broken ranks and built itself a flash new roadhouse, complete with heavy fake Spanish furniture and vomit patterned orange carpet. On the third trip, and 20 years later, everyone had a roadhouse with motel units attached, and you had to serve yourself at the bowsers. As far as food was concerned, you could have anything you liked as long as it was fat, and there was a choice of having it fried or deep fried. There were big trucks, lots of big trucks. Fast-forward 30 years, and here we are doing the trip again - this time in an electric vehicle. Yes, I know we could have flown over, or towed a caravan, but where’s the challenge in that? The MOTH (male of the household) and I have discovered that those original old corrugated iron sheds still exist, and we’re being ushered around the back to them. A gnarled old character shoos a few mice out of the way, lifts up a rusty bit of tin, thereby startling a few of Harriet’s distant relatives, and unearths a threephase power outlet for us. It feels like we’ve come full circle! A sign in one of the establishments proudly proclaims, “Hot beer, lousy food, bad service.” I can’t speak for the beer, but the latter two seem reasonably accurate. Although at Madura Pass we did find a lovely young Argentinian couple who had been in the country for around three weeks. Madura was the only place where they could find both a job and a place to live, such is the dire state of the rental market. So anyway, back to the maths, which the electric vehicle requires us to think about. If we arrive at Balladonia with 25 percent state-of-charge and it’s 200 kilometres to the next roadhouse, and there’s a breeze but it’s not raining, how long do we need to charge the car for in order to make the distance? All I know is I hate maths.

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WHEN Gutenberg invented the printing press, in 1436, he also created headaches for educators such as Fairview Primary School's librarian, Donna Whitney. Donna knows that learning to read is an important skill which can mean the difference between life and death. It also opens up a whole world of opportunity and provides a source of enjoyment and enrichment. According to Donna, reading is one of the hardest things to learn. Her husband, Fairview principal Andrew Whitney, says making sense out of a series of jumbled shapes on a page or screen is no easy matter, but for Donna, it is an ongoing source of pleasure, joy and inspiration. “And without it, I would be out of a job,” Donna adds with a laugh. She has been around libraries and books since 2001, except for the intervention of a few years at Bluewaters Power Station. She started at Amaroo Primary School library, went out to Bluewaters for a few years, then re-entered the education system at Fairview in 2015. Coming up soon is the National Simultaneous Storytime, organised by the Australian Library and Information Association, when Australian teachers and librarians sit down with children

READING IDEAS: Donna Whitney believes a library with full bookshelves is an "unsuccessful library".

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TOOLS: Fairview Primary School librarian Donna Whitney with books, the tools of her "trade". and read a chosen book, celebrating the As well as encouraging children to and friends sometimes hear the children joy of reading. enter the Premier’s annual reading read and sign the log books. challenge (launched last week), Donna “The time is linked to the eastern Adults are also encouraged to read has run a successful in-school reading states, so it doesn’t always fit smoothly with the children before school. challenge. with us, but we try to keep as close to “On Thursdays, there can be 15 to 20 the time as possible,” Donna said. Readers receive rewards as they adults here before school reading with This year’s book is “The Speedy Sloth”, achieve milestones of 20 books (a booktheir children – they can bring their mark); 40 books (pick a prize and receive younger children along too,” Donna said. and Andrew will be involved in the a certificate); 50 books (an activity book); reading. “There is one lady who attracts quite In 2021, the chosen book was “Give Me 75 books (a game or activity book); and a few kids to listen to her. They form a 100 books (a novel or a picture book, Some Space”, and Fairview moved their circle around her. plus a certificate). students into the music room to hear a “Reading can be a social thing. We “I hand out certificates now when woman astronaut reading the book from have a readers’ theatre at assembly that the children hand in their signed log space, via Zoom. works well. books, as there were so many achieving “We always celebrate Children’s Book “A library is not an island, it has to be milestones, there was more than half Week, with the whole school dressing integrated into every classroom. up, including the teachers, and parading the school up the front at assemblies,” “We encourage the children to become Donna said. around the school,” Donna said. authors as well as readers. The public “Now, I just read out all their names “We hold two book fairs a year, as it library works with us to give us access at assembly, so they still get recogniis a chance for families to source some to the visiting authors they have, so we tion.” books, as there is no book shop in Collie. have had a number of those, and from Members of the 100 club also get to “We have a well-resourced library, and this sort of interaction, the children are the only time the library closes is during celebrate at a themed party twice a encouraged to write. year, when Donna decorates the library, swimming lessons. “When teachers are planning themes, puts on themed party food, and children “We allow children to borrow books I ask them to give me lists of books well over the school holidays and over Christ- are encouraged to come in costume, as ahead of time so I can get books in. are teachers. mas, and I don’t limit the number of “One of the classes is doing fantasy The P. and C. provides the prizes for books which can be borrowed. later in the year, so I will have fantasy Fairview-based challenges, but Donna “A library with full bookshelves is an books here ready for them. said she may have to review them in unsuccessful library, as it means its “I don’t buy multiples of books anylight of the prizes offered by the Prebooks are not being borrowed. more, so there is competition when new mier. “They are not my property, they are books come in, and often the children “I tell the children the Premier has a a consumable item, and they belong to will arrange swaps themselves, as one bigger budget for his prizes, but also, every child. finishes a book, they pass it on to somethere are hundreds of children all across one else, so children come in and tell me, “It’s all about getting books into kids’ the state competing for those major ‘this is a return, but it’s not my return, I hands, promoting a love of reading, and prizes of helicopter rides and the like,” got it off so-and-so,’ so I can mark it off making sure they are exposed to good she said. on the computer, but the book has been reading.” With many families having both parcirculated.” That Fairview library is functioning ents in the workforce, it may be hard for If the hard work of librarians like well is shown by this year’s lending mum or dad to read with the children Donna pays off, today’s Collie children numbers up to Monday this week – every day, but there are others who can could become the authors of the future 5,985 books, just 15 shy of 6,000, to help out. Grandparents, aunts, uncles and write stories set in their home town. bring maths into the picture.

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Vegan’s day? There were some who said it was a “vegan’s day” at the golf club recently. Others were not so convinced when a vegan won the meat tray raffle and then the same person picked up a meat pack as his prize for running second in the day’s competition. Not so welcome! Still at the golf club last week when a

Harvey visitor was not so welcome when going into the “gents”. She was retrieved and redirected to the “ladies cloakroom” by the club’s “madam president”. Covid envy A local couple was recently struck down with a particularly bad case of Covid, so family members started sending messages of sympathy and concern. Sympathy

soon turned to envy when they were told that local Catholic priest Father Gerald Tan had kindly offered to deliver dinner to the couple. Arroz cubana, a mince dish with raisins and fried egg, followed by a freshly made mango dessert.... “If this is what having Covid gets you, where do I sign up,” joked one family member.

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It's thrash metal at the roundhouse THE Collie Roundhouse has had its fair share of traffic over the years, however, you would be hard-pressed to find a link to shredding riffs, guitar solos and screamed vocals. That is until last Saturday, with Bunbury-based progressive thrash metal band Innasanatorium in town for the day to shoot a video clip for their song “This Too Shall Pass”. Drummer Ryan Noonan, who grew up in Collie, described it as “an awesome place to shoot a video”. The song, which will be the lead single on the band's upcoming EP, promotes a positive mental health message. It deals with pushing through hard times and emerging in a better place. The roundhouse provided a dark and gloomy backdrop in line with the song's lyrics. The band, which has been together since 2019, describes its music as “heavy yet accessible”, appealing to both metal enthusiasts and a broader audience. “We like the new stuff and the old-

school stuff, and it's kind of a blend of all the influences we've all got,” bass player Tim Cornish said. “We don't pigeonhole ourselves into one style.” Singer Adam McDonald said he draws inspiration from modern metalcore and death metal, mixed with 80s hard rock grunge. Other influences include Metallica, Sepultura, Megadeath, Slayer, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, AC/DC, Tribune and Nevermore, and guitarists Jeff Loomis and Paul Gilbert. Innasanatorium was originally designed to be a rock metal opera act and has evolved over the years. The band's last gig was at Killfest in Victoria last year, with it having since focused on writing new songs. Its first album Odyssey of the Mind also deals with mental health issues. DarKSpiritPhotography was on hand to shoot the video clip, with the band expecting the EP to be released in the coming months.

ELBOW GREASE: Beau Milne (left) and Abbi Alfieri raised funds for the Anzac tour at a car wash recently.

Tour students clean up COLLIE Senior High School’s Anzac tour students have been hard at work recently, raising funds for next year’s trip. In recent weeks the students have completed car washes, often in less than appealing weather, a sheep poo fertiliser collection and a cake stall. The students also helped spoil

the mums in town at on Sunday when they hosted a high tea at the school. Principal Dale Miller said there are fundraising events coming up, including a curry night this Saturday. “We thank everyone for their support, it is appreciated,” she said.

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Mother's Day flowers and fun THE goods shed markets had a steady stream of traffic on Mother’s Day, with many families browsing the bric-a-brac before picking up a flower bouquet for mum. Sharon and Ryan Varis were certainly doing a brisk trade in flower arrangements, stationed at their stand at the front of the markets, with their colourful offerings clearly catching the eyes of passersby. Mrs Varis, who said they run the market stall every Mother’s Day, noted it had been a particularly busy morning. Colourful bouquets could be spotted throughout Central Park, with many families enjoying the morning out together. Trevor Alves-Veira, who has recently moved with his family from the eastern states to Collie, said it was nice to spend some time outside and to let the kids have a run around in the playground. Many were clearly of a similar mind, with mums and dads enjoying a coffee or hot chocolate together, while some families had settled in with picnics. Andy and Amy Syphers, along with their children Georgia and Lenny, were

Ryan and mother Sharon Varis were kept busy at the goods shed markets. passing through Collie for the day. They had taken the opportunity to stretch their legs in Central Park, and sporting a couple of goods shed flower bouquets, before making their way back to the Potters Gorge campground. Mr Syphers said they had enjoyed their

time in Collie and were impressed by the facilities at Potters Gorge. Soldiers’ Park also proved a popular stop-off, with families gathering to celebrate the day, showing appreciation for and spending quality time with muchloved mums both young and old.

Andy, Georgia, Lenny and Amy Syphers enjoy some time in town before making their way back to the Potters Gorge campground.

Trevor and Lesley Alves-Veira, Keah and Alexandra Ritchie (back), Ezra, Sebastian and Murtagh Alves-Veira with family dog Argos enjoyed the morning in Central Park.

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VOLUNTEERS don’t need experience with horses to help out at HorsePower. In fact, HorsePower requires volunteers in a range of positions, from cleaning and maintenance, to horse handling. HorsePower’s activities include leading horses for walks around the property’s tracks and carriage rides. “If you have horse experience, excellent,” volunteer Sylvia Brown said. “However, we always have something that needs doing. “We provide training for everybody.” Mrs Brown said volunteering at HorsePower is a rewarding experience. “It’s a wonderful venue, and we have a terriﬁc lunchroom,” she said. “And when we’re all ﬁnished, we can

all get together and have lunch and a cup of tea in there and socialise.”

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All welcome Hard work and mateship at Rotary THE Collie Rail and Heritage Group has a band of volunteers who focus on hard work and mateship. Volunteer Russell Saunders said the group’s main objective is building and restoring rail equipment, but they also tinker on various woodwork projects. “We complete all our projects in the workshop,” he said. The group was formed in January 1997 by a group of volunteers who built the current workshop, the Bill

Weir Rolling Stock Shed. Mr Saunders said volunteers are always welcome. “We sometimes have people come, but they don’t often stay,” he said. “Most of our volunteers are retirees. We’re not here to work. We talk and also focus on mental health.” Mr Saunders said the group also makes things for the community as a way of fundraising. The group is for anyone interested in nostalgia, or the railways.”

Volunteers always needed THE Lions Club of Collie has been a presence in the local community for the better part of six decades. Former president Greg Bates said vol-

Lions’ Greg Bates and Brian Harrison have put in many hours working the grills.

unteers are always needed, with all ages welcome to join. In fact, Mr Bates noted that younger volunteers are particularly welcome to come and lend a hand. Mr Bates said there is an underlying emphasis at Lions of not only helping the community, but to also have fun while doing it. “People ask us to do things – we help out, and we love doing it and having fun,” he said. The Lions’ barbeque trailer has been getting plenty of use in recent times, with fundraising sausage sizzles raising money for a variety of causes. “If you don’t want to sit at home, and want to do something fun, you should volunteer,” Mr Bates said.

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ALL SAINTS’ ANGLICAN CHURCH: 46 Venn Street. Church Services: Every Sunday at 9am. Morning tea after the service. Holy Communion - Second Sunday only Morning prayer: all other Sundays. Contact Warden Marie Woodward, 0478 640 379 Office: by appointment Website: www.allsaintschurchcollie.org BAPTIST CHURCH: Cnr Prinsep and Elouera Streets, North Collie. Church Enquiries: snr Elder Bob Greig 0418 903 693 Elder Stephen Sopolinski 0457 896 365 Sunday Service : 9.30am Visitors Welcome. Kid's church: during Service. Morning tea after service. Ladies Bible Study Group: Tuesday 9.30am at the Church. CHURCH OF CHRIST: 165 Prinsep St. Pastor: Shayne Goldfinch 0422 515 257. Elder: Evan Mandry 0407 445 788. Secretary: Glynis 0403 159 668. Sundays: 9.30am, Family Service and Kids Church. Thursdays: 9.30am, Craft & Friendship – Phone Heather 9734 4066 Saturdays: 7.30am, Periodically, Breakfast – Phone Evan 9734 1354. Weekly Bible studies on various days. All enquiries welcomed. Vision Radio (87.6FM) is a Ministry of our Church. COALFIELDS BAPTIST CHURCH: 41 Venn Street, Independent Baptist Church, Simple Bible Preaching, Psalms, Classic Hymns and Spiritual Songs, KJV, Friendly Congregation. Main Service Sun 10am Bible Study Sun 4pm. All Welcome! Tea and Coffee Refreshments after Services. Enquiries: Pastor Josh Denford 0403 300 802 coalfieldsbaptist@gmail.com facebook.com/cbccollie FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH: 46 Johnston Street, Collie. All are welcome to join with us in fellowship. Friday: Food Ministry 10am-12noon, Prayer meeting 7pm Sunday: 10am morning service. Sunday School during service. For enquiries phone Pastor Garry Fisher on 9734 3796.

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Rise in homeless numbers Homelessness in Collie was on the rise in 2003, according to a South West service organisation. Agencies for South West Accommodation manager Ann Mills said no accommodation was available in Collie for people living on the streets or at risk in their current home. Charge upgraded to wilful murder A Collie man was charged with wilful murder over the stabbing of another Collie man. Bunbury detectives upgraded the charge against Darrol John White from grievous bodily harm to wilful murder following the results of a post-mortem examination. Dam fees plan unfair A proposal by the State Government in 2003 to introduce an annual licence

Contributed by Kym Saunders fee for dams was deemed unfair by then-Shadow Minister for Agriculture Paul Omodei. Mr Omodei said there were only a small number of areas in the state where dams have to be registered, so people living and working in those areas would have to pay a fee, but people living in areas where dams are not licensed would not. No facilities for country Parliament Two regional sittings of Parliament were held in 2003. Then-Collie MLA Mick Murray said he would advocate for Collie to host one, but didn't think his bid would be successful as Collie lacked the facilities to host the event. As well as a venue large enough to hold the meeting, accommodation was also needed for the parliamentarians.

ST BRIGID’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Cnr Prinsep and Medic Streets. Parish Priest: Fr. Gerald Tan Office: 9793 2011. email:stbrigidscollie@ optusnet.com.au Weekend Masses: St. Brigid’s: 6.00pm Saturday, 10.00am Sunday. St. Mary’s, Darkan: 8.00am, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month. Baptisms and weddings by request. Vinnie’s shop: 9734 5664. Shopping hours: 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday.

Emissions to be cut Emissions from Worsley's liquor burner were set to be cut by 99 per cent. Modification work to the burner was ongoing in 2003. Worsley spent $25m on worldclass technology to improve it.

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Sport Bulldogs savaged Eagles The Collie Eagles were totally outplayed in every department of the game by the Bunbury Bulldogs, who ran out very easy winners 19.13 (127) to the Eagles 7.8 (50). The Bulldogs had two goals on the board within the first five minutes of play as the Eagles struggled to get the ball out of the middle of the ground. The Eagles rallied in the last quarter but were ultimately defeated.

WEST ARTHUR: The Uniting Church meets on the first and third Sunday of the month at 9am. KYB is held on Tuesday at 9.30am at the Old Duranillin School. The Catholic Church meets on the first and third Sunday of the month at 8am. The Anglican Church meets on: Second Sunday of the month at 8am at Darkan Fourth Sunday of the month at 8am at Darkan. Third Sunday of the month at 8am at Arthur River.

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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES TELEPHONE SUPPORT If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000 now. Beyond Blue Emergency Response Line 1300 555 788 Kids Help Line (5-25 yrs) | 1800 551 800 Lifeline | 13 11 14

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Classified advertisements can be lodged at: 1B Collie Park Shopping Centre (opposite post office), Steere Street, or by email to: classies@crvbulletin.com Minimum charge is $10 including GST for up to 15 words, then 33 cents a word DEADLINES: Tuesday 4pm (lineage) Monday 1pm (display classifieds)

BEREAVEMENT WRAY (Barbara): John, Michelle and Dan, Jak, Olivia and Chadd wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those who expressed their love, support, care and sympathy on the passing of our beloved wife, mother and little nanny, Barbara.

DEATHS ANDERTON (Darryl): 23 February 1969 7 May 2023. It is with sorrow that we tell the world you have died... But it is with love and joy that we tell the world you were magniﬁcent. Any information regarding a gathering to celebrate Darryl's life will be announced in the coming weeks. Much love from your father, brothers, sister and extended family. Joleen would personally like to apologise for the misspelling of the word "TRANIMSION."

EMPLOYMENT

GARAGE SALES SATURDAY: Saturday, May 20, 29 Venn Street, 8am to 12noon. Something for everyone.

SHIRE OPPORTUNITIES

General Hand – Parks & Gardens Grader Operator WHS Officer (part-time) The Shire of Collie has a number of exciting vacancies that would suit applicants who are looking for fast-paced and interesting roles in a friendly and safe workplace. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals who want to make a difference! If you want to contribute to our community then we have a choice of jobs for you. Information about the positions can be found on the Shire of Collie website: www.collie.wa.gov.au Applicants are asked to submit: 1. An application form which can be found on our website; 2. A current resume (and any associated tickets/licences); 3. A cover letter of not more than two pages which includes a response to the selection criteria. Previous applicants need not re-apply. Stuart Devenish Chief Executive Officer

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R65463 Chief Petty Oﬃcer Ronald John BRATT Royal Australian Navy The President, committee and members of the Collie Cardiﬀ RSL Sub Branch mourn the passing of Ron. Sincere condolences to his family ‘Lest We Forget’

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BOOKS: John's book exchange will be at AG society building, 9am to noon every Monday. Great selection of books. Phone 0428 341 470. FRESH, FREE RANGE EGGS: at The Mumby Shop, $6.50 per doz. IPAD: iPad 6, some light scuﬀ marks but no cracks. In ﬁne working order. No damage to camera, comes with a free protective cover (blue). $100, phone 0451 949 090.

MANAGER WANTED

The Collie Visitor Centre has a vacancy for the position of manager of overseeing the operations of the Collie Visitor Centre at 156 Throssell Street, Collie. The role is part time for 30 hours per week. The successful applicant must be a vibrant and energetic team player with a sound knowledge of Collie and its attractions. The successful candidate will demonstrate managerial skills in dealing with staff and the general public. Application packages may be obtained from the Collie Visitors Centre or by emailing info@collierivervalley.com.au Applications close at 4pm on Thursday June 1, 2023.

FOR SALE LIME and FERTILISER: Bulk ag lime and fertiliser delivered bulk to Collie and surrounds, call Mumballup Organics. 0417 322 007.

FUNERALS BRATT

The funeral cortege for Mr Ronald John Bratt of Cooloongup (formerly of Collie) will arrive at the main entrance of Fremantle Cemetery, Carrington St, Palmyra at 1.30pm on Thursday, May 25, for a cremation in the West Chapel.

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IN MEMORIAM REES (Ned): 19.05.2008. Time may hide the sadness like a smile that hides the tears, but love and memories never fade despite the passing years. Mauree and family.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Request for Tender On behalf of the CFMEU Mining & Energy Division WA Board of Management Qualified Building Contractors are welcome to provide a quote for the following Tender: Collie Mineworkers’ Institute – Office Refurbishments Close of Tender date: Thursday, 8 June 2023 Electronic Documentation for Tender can be requested from: Kent Lyon Architect’s office at info@kentlyon.com.au or by phoning (08) 9791 5404. Mandatory Site Inspection: Tuesday, 30 May 2023 @ 10:00 am. Please confirm attendance with Kent Lyon Architect’s office, details above. Please direct all questions to Kent Lyon Architect’s office, details above. BOWLING CLUB AGM: Change of date, AGM will now be held Saturday May 20, 2023. COLLIE ROTARY CLUB: Drop your cans at Collie Mowers and More or cite the account number C10397872 at the Cash for Cans depot to help raise funds.

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BBBBBBBB SSSSS Van Eldik adds to Collie masters coast to Riverside success victory at Donnybrook NETBALL THE masters team was dominant when MLC Collie Eagles travelled to Donnybrook on Saturday with all four teams competing against the Donnybrook Blackwood Ravens. The masters team was in charge from the first quarter with the whole team in perfect sync to outscore Donnybrook 184. The defence line of Keleisha Gardiner and Mandy Rammage caused plenty of headaches for the Raven shooters, intercepting, rebounding strongly and driving the ball forward. The centrecourt of Danni Hall, Lisa Soulos and Angela Repacholi combined beautifully to get the ball to shooters Kristy Bronickis and Colleen DeAngelis who also combined well and shot accurately over much taller opponents. Line ups were shuffled by both teams in the second quarter and the Ravens got back into the game before Collie upped the tempo to win the quarter by four goals to lead 27-9 at half time. Ravens moved their tall goalkeeper Cat Groshowski into shooter to add height to their shooting circle in the second half. They also used a more mobile defence line and were able to match Collie goalfor-goal as each team scored six goals for the term. There were more changes in the last quarter with star player Kate Sheehan

and Groshowski teaming up in defence for the Ravens and, with Collie again changing their line-up, were finding it hard to get the ball down the court. Multiple turnovers all over the court were indicative of a terrible final term with Ravens out scoring Collie 4-2, but still going down 35-19. MVP for the game was Colleen DeAngelis The reserves team met top of the table and last year's runners-up in what was expected to be a hard encounter. Collie started slowly and gave the Ravens a four goal lead before finding their rhythm. Carly O’Brien started to dominate at goal attack, getting the ball into the circle where it was finished off nicely by Abbey Sharpe. Ellena Lincoln and Sally Sharpe combined well to kerb the quick goal attack and very tall shooter before an injury to Sharpe forced her to leave the court with Collie a couple of goals down. Kaylee Cleggett replaced Sharpe at goal defence to finish off the quarter down 13-12. Defence was on top at both ends of the court in the second quarter. The new combination of Caitlin Graham and Lincoln worked well to keep the Ravens to seven goals but unforced errors meant Collie only scored six for

the quarter with the half time score being 20-18. Ravens pushed hard in the second half before Collie fought back with Sheridan Timms, Stephanie Musitano and Emily Hayhurst working hard through the mid court, while the defence kept the pressure on shooters found their range to level the game before fatigue set in and the Ravens got out to a four goal lead going into the final quarter. With a depleted line-up, injury to Sharpe and sickness to Hayhurst, Collie were up against it and the Ravens steadily increased their lead to run out comfortable winners 43-34. MVP for the game was shooter Abbey Sharpe. The under 18s had a good 46-20 win, giving them top place on the ladder with no losses for the season but they will be up against fellow unbeaten team Eaton this week which should be an entertaining encounter at Leschenault on Sunday. MVP for the game was Ella Soulos The under 16s had another comfortable win, 52-13, totally dominating from the first whistle. This weekend should provide a similar result when Collie come up against Eaton who have only recorded one win for the season, while the Eagles are at the top of the 16s ladder. MVP this week was Georgia Melvin.

Junior teams carnival nominations WOMEN’S HOCKEY

BUNBURY carnival nominations close tomorrow (Friday) for the Collie Women’s Hockey Association’s junior teams. Expressions of interest for coaches, managers and umpires for 5/6, 7/8 and 9/10 girls and boys teams are to be sent to Mel Pullan, Casey Jones or CWHA@ live.com.au. Training for the year 5/6 team is on Friday at the high school oval from 4.30pm to 5.30pm, while the year 9/10s will be on Friday at the hockey grounds from 4pm to 5pm. A coaching clinic will be held on Sunday for primary grade players (years three to six). The WA country ladies are hosting the clinic between 9am and 10am at the Collie turf. Please contact Mel Pullan 0408 381 823 to register. A sausage sizzle will follow the clinic. Results of games in the local competitions last week A Grade: Rovers 4 (H Ireland, P Marley, L Crowe, D Cockram) d Amaroo 2 (T Tomasini, S Burnett). Best, Rovers: D Cockram, L Crowe, L Marley; Amaroo: F Tomasini, S Burnett, E Wheeler. Mustangs 2 (S Crellin, B Bentley) d Swans 1 (B Morton). Best, Mustangs: A Pitchers, T Mumme, M Fleay; Swans: K Collier, J Woods, K Davies. Amaroo 5 (J Pilatti 2, S Burnett, C

Jones, T Tomasini) d Mustangs 0, Best, Amaroo: team effort; Mustangs: T Gibbs, A Johnson, A Pitchers. Rovers 4 (T McDonald, L Crowe, P Marley, L Marley) d Swans 0. Best, Rovers: L Crowe, P Marley, B MacDonald; Swans: M Irving, J Woods, L Massara. Intermediates: Rovers 3 (L Marley, L Smith, L Macintyre) d Swans 0. Best, Rovers: L Marley, N Bercene, L Smith; Swans: team effort. Mustangs 1 (B Earl) d Amaroo 0. Best, Mustangs: B O'Brien, A Pitchers, M Head; Amaroo: M Jones, A Michael, J Coverley. Primary: Blue 2 (M Shepherd, I Jones) d Orange 1 (B O'Brien). Best, Blue: J Spencer, I Jones, J Pike; Orange: E Burek, B O'Brien, A Crowe. Green 2 (T Pullan, Z Ireland) d Red 1 (B Irving). Best, Green: J Vernon, Z Ireland, K Read; Red: F Wheeler, B Irving, I Low. Fixtures for this week Today (Thursday), primary grade, 4pm, Blue v Green (L Marley, S Dawes); 5pm, Red v Orange (S Newton, A Michael). Saturday, A grade, 1.30pm, Rovers v Mustangs (N Michalak, A Boyle; Tech bench, Rovers/Mustangs); 3pm, Amaroo v Swans (W Marley, S Dewar; Tech bench, Amaroo/Swans). Tuesday, mini-hockey, 4pm to 4.45pm, Pre-primary to year 2 boys and girls

(umpires to be notified); 5.15pm, Intermediates, Swans v Amaroo (umpires to be notified; Tech bench Amaroo/Swans); 6.30pm, Mustangs v Rovers (umpires to be notified; Tech bench, Rovers/Mustangs).

Cash pairs to Rob Ferris BOWLS

THE cash pairs event contested at Collie Bowling Club on Wednesday last week was won by Rob Ferris with a score of 4 plus 37. Second was Barry Lowe with 4 plus 21, while Max Cubic and John McGill tied for third with 3 plus 3. Sunday scroungers was won by Ray Colgan from Barry Lowe and Eileen Hindle. Lowe was the highest scorer and the consolation winner was Peter Virgin. Due to the inclement weather the ladies played cards last week. As events are reliant on the weather, players should check the notice boards for any changes. Club coaches Barry Lowe and Ray Colgan had a session with students from Clontarf last Thursday, while Kerry Scott took a session on Monday. Anyone seeking coaching should ring the club. The club’s annual general meeting is this Saturday at 1.30pm.

Continued from back page The field was boosted by numerous visitors, pleasing the sponsors, and providing plenty of good scores. Stephen Miller, as trophy donor, settled for the major voucher for third after a meritorious 78 gross for a nett 70. John Brown and Connor Mumme were next with 71, followed by visitor Ralph Liddicoat and Blair Malatesta on handicap equalling scores of 72. Bruce Jackson, Dale Foster, Bevan Stone, and Logan Giblett were next on 73. The ladies’ trophies were won by recently joined country members Dee Devenish, on the great score of 69 nett, and Di Preston, with 74. Nancy Lynn completed the top three with 81. TWENTY-THREE players took to the course on the second GOSH Tuesday leisure day last week when Jim Tyler broke through for a win with a great score of 43 points. John Williamson returned 39 to take second place. Alan Kent maintained his good patch of form with a handicap beating 37 followed by Darren O’Brien on 35. Peter Coombs, Graham Williams, and Ross Davidson on 33. Novelties went to Logan Giblett, Jay Robinson, Jackson Broadbent, Kim Metcalfe, and Darren O’Brien. BRIAN Banks showed a glimpse of the former glory days, finishing in the winner’s circle in last week’s Thursday scroungers competition with 21 points. “Banga” eclipsed the field of 35 with three four-point holes. George Dorozenko retained his reputation as the best nine-hole player in the club, finishing in the money again, with a polished 20. Neil Motion, Baxter Miller and Rod Simmonds had 19 followed by Alan Kent on 18 and the pair of Ian Stewart and Jay Robinson on 17. Darren O’Brien, David Broadbent, Baxter Miller, and Peter Coombs took out the novelties. A FIELD of 20 ladies played in the Peta Ellery multiplier event on Wednesday of last week. Rhonda Annandale and Donna Smith topped the field, in what is very much a team game, with 65 points. Sue Earnshaw and Peta Ellery were next best on 62, with the pairs of Cara Swan and Lyn Simmonds (54) and Bev Moyses and Beth Chappell (43) making up the top four. Patti Law picked up the best individual score for her 32 points. Novelties went to Sue Earnshaw, Angela Ireland, and Dot Lawrence. This week’s fixtures Today (Thursday), nine-hole scroungers; Saturday, 18-hole stableford sponsored by HB Financial; Tuesday, GOSH leisure day; Wednesday, ladies’ competition.

Sport and photos can be emailed to editorial@ crvbulletin.com. Deadline is Monday 5pm.

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Riverside champ's second win State title at the motorplex

THE Ernie Hastie Memorial State Championship was contested at Collie Motorplex last Saturday. The event attracted 116 entries, with drivers competing across a range of different vehicle classes. Drivers squared off in the formula vee, Holden HQ, street cars, saloon pro, pro am and time challenge classes.

Mason Harvey prevailed in the title ing calendar, even had a few interstate event, taking home the Ernie Hastie drivers competing. “We usually have Memorial for the saloon pro class. drivers from all over the state,” she Motorplex manager Anna Farrell said. “This year, we also had two young said there were “some fantastic battles drivers from Victoria.” on the race track”. Ms Farrell said the motorplex has a “It was a great day,” Ms Farrell said. busy calendar of events coming up, inMrs Farrell said the event, which has cluding a Motor Cycle Racing Club of become a regular ﬁxture in the WA rac- WA championship event on May 28. SALOON PRO WINNER: Mason Harvey won the Ernie Hastie Memorial trophy for the saloon pro class at the Collie Motorplex last Saturday.

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MARTY Van Eldik joined an elite group when he got his name onto the special perpetual trophy in the gross section of the Rod Miller memorial stroke event at Collie Golf Club last Saturday. The event is held in honour of former local identity and club member, the late Rod “Rocket” Miller. Van Eldik showed his liking for the course, having captured the Riverside trophy in March, outclassing the other 68 players to win from former Collie boy Warren Colgan with 76 off the stick. Colgan was runner-up on countback from Michael Laws, on 78. Jackson Broadbent had a spectacular 35 strokes on the back nine to record his best ever score in taking out the nett event with 65. Young Broady is on his way to a single ﬁgure handicap at the current rate of improvement. Matt Pearson also relished the morning conditions to post 66 to take the runner up prize. Continued page 19