sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
The only local community newspaper distributed every second Thursday in Carramar, Neerabup, Nowergup, Carabooda, Alkimos, Eglington, Two Rocks, Yanchep, Woodridge, Guilderton, Gabbadah, Sovereign Hill Estate, Redfield Park Estate, Seabird, Ledge Point, Lancelin, Gingin and Wannamal.
INSIDE
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?
Long live the King Local business, Yanchep Maintenance, carried out the mammoth task of cleaning, sealing and repainting of the statue, which took 11 men two weeks and 70 litres of paint to complete. Following that, the local environmental group volunteers lovingly tidied the fences, gardens and pathways surrounding Neptune and have now opened the area to the public on weekends. The environmental group says it is pursuing state heritage listing for the King Neptune statute. In 2011, thousands of people joined an online campaign for something to be done with the ruins of Atlantis. King Neptune at the old Atlantis Marine Park site in Two Rocks has reclaimed his former glory after years of vandalism and neglect.
Environment and Development Association, said Neptune had recently been in as much disrepair as his kingdom, now mostly lonely bushland.
The municipal heritage-listed statue of King Neptune, brandishing his trident, was built in 1982 by Mark Le Buse, to reign over the marine theme park, which closed less than ten years later.
The pools were all filled in and nothing else remained but a few statues scattered about, though none as big or beloved as Neptune, whose upturned hand was once a favourite spot for tourists posing for photos.
A revamped and renamed local environmental group, Two Rocks
King Neptune has always been a massive town icon.
Two Rocks Primary School have the iconic King Neptune as their school emblem. Responding to community sentiment that the area needed both to move on and be redeveloped, but retain its heritage, the developers of the nearby Atlantis Beach estate agreed to halve the costs with landowner, Adrian Fini, to refurbish the monarch of the sea ahead of future developments to be built around him.
The Fini Group responded at the time that it had put forward a structure plan to the City of Wanneroo in 2009 to develop the area, and the plan was bogged down in delays. But it promised the Two Rocks Town Centre structure plan would make the area over with a mix of housing, town centre works and public open spaces that would retain and embrace some elements of the original marine park, including King Neptune.
City of Wanneroo Planning and Sustainability director, Philip St John, said the WA Planning Commission gave the structure plan its final seal of approval in 2014. “The Two Rocks Town Centre Structure Plan area will be developed with a range of residential, commercial and mixed use development,” he said. “The [plan] includes a layout that will retain the King Neptune sculpture within public open space. It also retains the potential to create vista, or view lines, of King Neptune from within the town centre and from surrounding residential areas.” But apart from Atlantis Beach estate, the city has not yet received any applications for developments in the area. “The timing of any proposed development is at the discretion of landowners after receiving the required approvals,” Mr St John said. The restored King Neptune is open from 10:00am to 2:00pm each Saturday and Sunday. This article first appeared on the WA Today web site.
Election jostling with four months to go Local council elections will be held on Saturday 17 October, jostling and politicking has already started at the City of Wanneroo.
Mayor Roberts; and in the newly created North Coastal Ward there could be as many as ten candidates.
In the upcoming election, Mayor Tracey Roberts and half the council are up for re-election, if they decide to nominate.
The mayor is expected to be strongly challenged by a candidate from her own patch of Mindarie, plus two Wanneroo candidates.
The Sun City News understands there will be at least four mayoral candidates including incumbent,
At the last mayoral election, former Coastal Ward councillor and now Federal Member for
Pearce, Ian Goodenough, fund raised and campaigned for Tracey Roberts. This year there could be two Liberal Party backed candidates. Current North Ward councillor, Norm Hewer, has a difficult decision - His old North Ward has been split in half, and he will need to decide whether to nominate for the new North Coastal Ward or Central Ward.
Current Coastal Ward councillors up for election, this year are Russell Driver and Robert ‘Bob’ Smithson - The newly created North Coastal Ward has only two vacancies at this years election. The Sun City News is aware of several potential candidates are testing the water within their local communities. Most candidates are keeping their cards close to their chest at the moment, but
are quietly campaigning with various local community groups. Council election voting is not compulsory and usually only about 30 per cent of the community bother to vote. Do you think council election voting should be compulsory, to ensure the wider community get the best people on council?
2
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Clarification In the last issue of the Sun City News, 18 June, in the article ‘School accountability’, the shadow Minister for Education, Sue Ellery, provided three ‘quotes’ regarding Yanchep District High School, bullying issues and what concerned parent could do. In the paragraph leading up to Ms Ellery’s quoted comments, stated: “Last week, Shadow
Minister for Education, Sue Ellery, told the Sun City News, concerned parents should be seeking a ‘School Standards Review’ which can identified schools whose performance raises concerns.” The word ‘should’ was incorrect. The word ‘could’ was probably a better word to use.
During a phone conversation between the Sun City News and Ms Ellery reference to what ‘parents could do’ was made. The Sun City News apologises to Ms Ellery for attributing the incorrect inference which may have led some people in the community to believe that she was advocating that parents should take a particular cause of action.
Bullying concerns Over the past few months, the Sun City News has been approached by at least 20 different families regarding school bullying problems and the lack of help from within the education system and/or the police.
We’ll put the sparkle back into your kitchen! We love to do the job you hate and use only non-caustic, fume free, eco-friendly solutions.
$15.00 OFF our standard price*.
In-home cleaning of Grills Ovens BBQs Microwaves Extractors/Hoods Cook-tops
We also work on SATURDAY! non caustic fume free process
Non Caustic Fume Free Environmentally Friendly Offer expires 30.08.2015
Call today and find out why everyone’s talking about us!
1300 683 625 (1300 ovenclean)
www.ovenbbqcleaning.com.au
Several families have told the Sun City News, the school says ‘Go to the police’; the police are saying ‘talk to the school’ and then when the school is pressured into action they are simply trying to smooth it over.
Effects of bullying
Being bullied can seriously affect a persons physical, emotional, academic and social well-being. Many sufferers of bullying lack confidence, feel bad about themselves, have few friends and spend a lot of time alone. Bullying is a very stressful ordeal one that many people find it hard to speak about.
Yanchep parents are becoming very frustrated at the lack of concern and action to try and resolve bullying issues.
Those being bullied continually ask why me? They may feel ashamed and embarrassed that they can’t stand up to the bully and deal with what is happening to them.
One family who recently involved the police in a bullying incident were told ‘Kids will bully, get over it’.
To avoid going to school, they may complain of various symptoms, such as, tummy ache, headache, feeling sick.
Unfortunately, some concerned parents who try to sort out bullying issues affecting their children are fronting other parents with Violence Restraining Orders being issued.
If they do attend school, the fear and anxiety may make it difficult for them to concentrate and engage in the classroom.
Bullying can be prevented, especially when the power of a community is brought together. Community-wide strategies can help identify and support children who are bullied, redirect the behavior of children who bully, and change the attitudes of adults and youth who tolerate bullying behaviors in peer groups, schools, and communities. Bullying doesn’t happen only at school. Pretending bullying isn’t a community issue, won’t help resolve the problem. Community members can use their unique strengths and skills to prevent bullying wherever it occurs.
They may also stop using the school bus, drop out of any after school clubs or groups and make excuses to avoid going out with their friends. Others may become very anxious, have mood swings and find it difficult to sleep. They may feel depressed, or even suicidal. These problems can carry on long after the bullying has stopped and well into adulthood. At the extreme end, some children have been physically maimed and even driven to suicide. There are very few young people who have not experienced some sort of bullying at least once.
Many suffer over and over and become extremely upset. Some youngsters have run away from home and some have been severely damaged psychologically. Bullying also has an affect on anyone who witnesses it. Bullying creates an atmosphere of fear and if you’re not being bullied, it can leave you wondering if you will be next. If you are being bullied, it is important to remember it is not your fault. No-one deserves to be bullied. Bullying is bad enough when it happens just once, but when it is consistent it can become a very serious problem.
What can you do? Tell someone it won’t go away on its own and it could get worse. Talk about it with someone you can trust. Don’t retaliate you may end up getting seriously hurt or in trouble. Keep a record of each account of bullying. Save any nasty texts/emails you are sent. Write down what has happened, when it happened, where you were and who was involved. It might help to write how you feel about each bullying incident as well. Never give up. It is not your fault and you don’t deserve it. Remember, No one can make you feel bad about yourself without your consent. Don’t allow anything the bully says about you to take root in your mind. If you allow this to happen, you will believe them and be robbed of your selfconfidence. The bully would have won.
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
3
Emergency volunteers function Group and Dorrit De Nooy from the Wanneroo Joondalup State Emergency Service unit.
Local emergency service volunteers were recognised for their service to the community at a recent City of Wanneroo Emergency Services Volunteer Appreciation Function. The function acknowledged the efforts and contributions made by emergency service volunteers within the City of Wanneroo. Members from Two Rocks Marine Rescue, SES, Yanchep Fire and Rescue Service, Driver Reviver volunteers and representatives from local surf lifesaving clubs were invited. Mayor Tracey Roberts presented Volunteer Excellence awards to recipients who have contributed their time, skills and knowledge to their organisation to improve emergency service functions within the community.
Stefan was recognised for his outstanding dedication and commitment towards promoting strong friendship, teamwork and high skilled members within the Yanchep brigade.
“As a City we are so proud of all of our volunteers and host these events each year as a small gesture for the valuable service each and every one provides to our community,” she said. “I really do admire everyone who gives their own time to serve
others – and certainly, we could not achieve all the work we do as a City without our volunteers.” Awards were presented to Stefan Bolz from Yanchep Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service, Ken and Anke Rowland from the Two Rocks Volunteer Marine Rescue
Ken and Anke were recognised for their dedicated efforts to keep the ocean safe, collectively carrying out approximately one third of all radio shifts for the Two Rocks Volunteer Marine Rescue Group. Dorrit from the Wanneroo Joondalup State Emergency Service unit was recognised for her commitment to her role as an administration officer, attending Wednesday evening
Volunteers efforts recognised At the recent Clubs WA Awards, three of Yanchep Sports and Social Club’s greenkeepers received certificates for reaching the finals of the 2015 Awards for Excellence. Eugene Albrecht, Mal Wilby and Jim Green represented the thirteen volunteer greenkeepers who tend the bowling greens at the club on a daily basis. Yanchep Bowls President, Brian Jones said: “Our volunteer greenkeepers work tirelessly
every day come rain or shine and because of their efforts our greens have gained a AAA rating from Clubs WA”. The average age of the thirteen greenkeepers is 70 years. The greens are not synthetic so a great deal of maintenance is needed to keep them in such good condition. New bowlers are always welcome. Phone the club on 9561 1106 for more information.
training sessions to personally record member’s details, liaising with the Department of Fire and Emergency Services and thoroughly recording unit activity and movements. Photo (l to r): Stefan Bolz, Dorrit De Nooy, Mayor Tracey Roberts, Ken and Anke Rowland.
Health survey
The City of Wanneroo Youth Service are working to improve access to local sexual health services and are encouraging people aged 15 to 24 to take part in a survey. The survey does not ask about individuals personal sexual experiences or encourage young people to engage in any such practice. The survey is available at www.surveymonkey. com/r/7Y6F9LC and takes a couple of minutes to complete.
4
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Your letters and emails Remember Bondy So we have lost Alan Bond. Like him or not, he was an Australian ‘legend’, good or bad. Shame that once someone has passed, people love to denigrate a memory when the subject doesn’t have the right of reply. I firmly believe, after death, we should remember the good the person did for this country rather than dwelling on the bad. The man virtually founded Two Rocks/Yanchep. It is his vision that set the scene for what was to become the areas we know today - The ‘Yachting Village’ all streets named after America’s Cup vessels, icons we love today, the ‘Prickle’ and who doesn’t know a ‘Bondy house’? The America’s Cup, the tenacity of the man who never gave up on winning this from the New York Yacht Club. So many tries, so many set backs, yet he finally did it, securing the Royal Perth
Yacht Clubs place in Yachting history. And the crew loved and respected him. I remember watching the race, and watching Hawky declare a ‘National Holiday’. I remember Fremantle being transformed from an insignificant port to a vibrant and cosmopolitan city. I remember sitting on the roof of the restaurant to see Australia II and then to watch our defeat. Defeat or nothing, we broke the long record of losses! Australia was in the world’s eye all because of one man’s determination. It’s not that I don’t feel shocked at subsequent decisions causing terrible hardship for many financially, stock is a fickle financial venture at its best. But, putting that aside you can’t help admiring the mans achievements and sympathise with his family loss. There will be no one like him, and the world is poorer for his passing. Vale, Bondy. Suzi Logue, Two Rocks.
Problems with school work?
Looking for extra tutoring or homeschooling help? Susannah Dale from Sovereign Hill Estate has just started up a new local business - school tutoring and running homeschooling workshops.
Local tutor to help with: Homework Exam preparation Different subjects Homeschooling All times to suit
S Dale Tutoring
Susannah has over ten years high school level teaching experience, both in Australia and overseas, specialising in science, but she can tutor in most subjects.
0481 554 661
sdale2015@outlook.com
students which will maximise their progress. During Term Three on Monday afternoons, Susannah will be running science workshops in Sovereign Hill for homeschoolers aged four to sixteen. It will be a hands on experiments and other fun learning activities.
She is offering her services in the evenings, weekends and during holidays to fit in with parents’ work and school schedule.
If you are the parent of a student that is finding some school subjects difficult for whatever reason or need help with homeschooling, give Susannah a call on 0481 554 661.
Susannah is friendly, enthusiastic and quick to build a good rapport with her
Susannah can help students from Kindy through to Year Ten.
WELCOME PACKAGE › $189 offer includes initial exam, oral cancer screening, hygiene visit and x-rays › Rebates Still apply
HALF PRICE
40% OFF
Opening Special Ending The 31st of July 2015! Limited Spaces TEETH WHITENING › Take home whitening kit only $249 › Kit includes trays and whitening gel › Limited time only
Yanchep Central Shopping Centre T21, 1 & 2 Peony Boulevard, Yanchep, 6035 T. 9561 1977 E. info@yanchepcentraldental.com.au www.yanchepcentraldental.com.au We are located in the Yanchep Central Shopping Centre, next to chippy’s
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Sun City juniors win backing Sun City Country Club’s junior pennant team is staking its claim in the metropolitan golf pennant series with the backing of a new supporter. Yanchep Golf Estate, the new community that borders much of the revamped championship Sun City layout, has thrown its support behind the team, which, in its first year in the metropolitan competition, tied first with Kwinana for the Division Three flag. Club professional, Jim Danas established the Jim Danas Golf Academy more than 15 years ago to foster junior players, which has seen a surge in interest and ability in the younger ranks since he relocated to the club.
“When I came Sun City Country Club there was no junior pennant team and there hadn’t been one for years. We’ll go into this pennant season with a squad of nine, ranging in age from eight to 17,” he said. Jim also believes there’s some promise in the squad. “Eleven year old, Mitch Jovic, is a great example of the talent we have coming through.” He added that Mitch was part of last year’s successful team and had won more matches than any other player in the fledgling side. “Mitch joined Sun City in 2009 when he was just five years old. Now, at 11, he plays off a 14 handicap and mixes it with
his dad and other adults in the weekend competitions,” he said. Mitchell’s father, Brian, who caddies for him during pennant play, said Mitch has been playing competitively with adults since he was seven or eight. “He’s very mature, he knows the rules and etiquette of the game and thinks his way around the course to achieve his scores,” Brian said. “I like to think he could have a future in golf.” The Sun City Country Club is just one of the many attractions drawing a range of homebuyers to Yanchep Golf Estate – the growing community features more than four kilometres of golf course frontage.
Guilderton named as national finalist Last week, the Shire of Gingin announced that Guilderton had been selected as the WA finalist for the Keep Australia Beautiful’s 2015 Australian Clean Beaches Awards. The small but stunning coastal town situated at the mouth of Moore River was selected for its outstanding achievements in coastal and waterway conservation, and will now be competing against other iconic beach locations such as Bondi Beach in NSW, and Richardsons Beach in Tasmania for the crown of
having Australia’s cleanest and sustainably responsible beach.
The Guilderton Community Association (GCA) has been the driving force behind a number of Guilderton’s Keep Australia Beautiful successes, including the Midwest-Gascoyne Tidy Town Award which it won in 2013, and will be the submitting body for Australian Clean Beach Award 2015 on behalf of the town. GCA President, Gillian Lamont, who is now busy preparing the national award submission,
credits Guilderton’s success to its high level of volunteerism and the community’s genuine passion for the pristine Moore River estuary and coastline. Judges from Keep Australia Beautiful National Association visited Guilderton mid-June for a tour of the area and discuss Guilderton’s national submission with stakeholders. The national awards will take place in Sydney on 21 July.
5
6
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Seniors worse off Over 6,000 City of Wanneroo seniors will be hundreds of dollars worse off next year when the Barnett Government’s cap on council rates rebates for the elderly starts. New figures show that 45,103 WA seniors will be affected by capping the rebate at $550, one of several financial hits for seniors in the State Budget. WA seniors with a pensioner card get a 50 per cent discount on their council rates. From July 1 next year, this discount will be capped at $550. Minister for Seniors, Tony Simpson conceded 26,222 pensioner card holders will be up to $100 worse off. Another 18,800 will be up to $500 worse off. Mr Simpson said the worst-hit areas would be Wanneroo,
Mundaring, Armadale and Mandurah.
A water rates 50 per cent subsidy for eligible pensioners will also be capped at $600 from next July. WA seniors will be hit this week, when the $200 safety and security rebate, to buy a personal safety device, is axed. A Cost of Living Assistance payment, a $227 subsidy which helps seniors pay their electricity bills, will be replaced by a means tested Energy Assistance Payment. This will be restricted to people on a Commonwealth concession card. The eligibility for a WA Seniors Card changes from 60 to 61 this week. It will continue to rise every two years until the eligibility age is 65 in 2023-24.
COST OF
LIVING IN CREASES (FROM JU L Y 1) Electricit y
up 4.5 pe r cent or $76 Water up 4.5 per ce nt or $67 Emergen cy Servic es Levy u 10.59 per p cent or $ 25 Motor ve hicle fees up 3.1 pe Public Tra r cent or nsport fa $39 re s up 2.6 (assumin per cent g five retu or $ rn trips o n full fare 41 s) These cuts come on top of a decision, last year, to halve the $164 cost of living rebate for singles. It was cut by $123 for couples.
“It is important to note, there are over 100,000 pensioners who are ratepayers who are not impacted by this decision,” he said.
Labor leader, Mark McGowan, said the attack on WA seniors was ‘mean spirited penny pinching’.
“With an aging population, we need to ensure the concessions, rebates and support we provide seniors is responsible, fair, sustainable and targeted at those who need it most.”
Mr Simpson said capping the council concession at $550 ensures “money is targeted at those who need it most”.
Depreciation for farmers brought forward Federal Member for Pearce, Christian Porter, said this comes on top of the Budget announcement that farms with a turnover of less than $2million qualify as a small business and are therefore also eligible to immediately write-off all asset purchases up to $20,000.
Farmers can now claim a tax deduction on all capital expenditure on water facilities, fodder storage assets and fencing incurred since the 2015 Budget was handed down.
Farmers can fully deduct the cost of water facilities and fencing in the year they are purchased and deduct the cost of fodder storage assets over three years.
At last week’s City of Wanneroo council meeting, one of the reports the council considered related to development application for a liquor store and extension to Coles Butler store.
to lodge an appeal with the State Administrative Tribunal, who referred it back to the council.
“Following broad consultation across Pearce, I understand that farmers want to get on with investing in capital infrastructure to develop their business,” Mr Porter said. “Farmers want to be able to build fences, dams and fodder storage and deduct the costs as soon as possible.
“The Coalition’s decision to bring forward the start date of accelerated depreciation for all farmers, regardless of the size of their farm, allows them to prepare for drought and invest in the productivity of their farms immediately. “Supporting farmers in the hard times and boosting the competitiveness of the agriculture sector is not just good for the economy, it is also the right thing to do.” For information on the new drought support measures go to www.agriculture.gov. au/drought
More parking bays required
Twice the council had previously rejected the application due to lack of main street design issues - The applicant proceeded
The City of Wanneroo reaffirmed their previous conditions and reasons for not approving the application; and added a new condition 21 additional parking bays need to be found or paid for.
Originally, the council was prepared to overlook the requirement of 21 extra parking bays or remuneration of about $400,000 in lieu.
Lavan Lawyer, Paul McQueen, said: If you refuse it, we are all going to be dragged to a very expensive SAT hearing.”
Coles lawyer, Lavan Lawyers, warned the council and SAT that if the application was refused, it could resubmit to a Development Assessment Board.
Council unanimously reaffirmed their original decision as the application did not address traffic issues, particularly to do with delivery trucks.
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
7
Get your travel info locally Bridge the World Travel at Two Rocks Shopping Centre has new owners, Julie Maina and Melanie Grigoratos. Collectively they have over 30 years of experience in the travel, tourism and airline industries and now bring their combined skills and knowledge together to form a formidable and dynamic team. Julie hails from New Zealand and has lived in Australia for the past 15 years. She developed a wanderlust in her twenties and has traveled to over 60 countries around the world. Her vast knowledge of the UK, Europe, Asia, South and North America and Africa, grew into desire to share her expertise and experiences and so began her career in the travel industry.
Melanie was born and raised in Zimbabwe and lived in South Africa for a number of years. Her travel career began in the airline industry where she worked for a number of years before changing professions to join a tour operating agency specialising in tours to southern and east Africa. She immigrated to Australia seven years ago and it wasn’t long before she found her way back into travel and has traveled to various countries around the world.
The Bridge the World Travel office is located at the Two Rocks Shopping Centre, opposite IGA Two Rocks. They are open Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:30pm, and Saturdays from 9:30am to 1:30pm.
The new owners of Bridge the World Travel offer personalised travel services currently not available to the area by providing information nights and travel expos and group tours.
Upcoming information nights include the Princess Cruise evening on Wednesday 15 July, an Insight Tours USA & Canada information night on 12 August, and an Insight Tours Europe information night in October. For full details about the information nights, call 9561 5095. As well as having expertise in arranging travel to any destination in the world, Julie and Melanie specialise in worldwide cruising, New Zealand and also have a particular passion for all Eastern and Southern African countries.
Seabird to receive telecommunications boost The Shire of Gingin is set to benefit from increased mobile coverage under the second stage of the Royalties for Regions-funded Regional Telecommunication Project (RTP) and the Federal Mobile Black Spot Program.
The town of Seabird will soon have improved coverage to compliment the Breton Bay, North Gingin and Woodridge sites which have already been constructed. Nationals
Members
for
the
Agricultural Region, Martin Aldridge, welcomed the announcement.
State to leverage a big investment from the Federal Government to expand this vital infrastructure.
situations, it now provides high speed mobile data access to the internet,” he said.
Mr Aldridge said funding made available through the initial RMCP and subsequent RTP allocations have made it possible for the
“Mobile phone coverage in the regions not only delivers essential voice telecommunications, sometimes in emergency
Mobile phone tower locations are subject to regulatory and local government approvals.
Calendar photo competition or professional photographer, enter now. Drop into 3 Constable Street, Gingin or 442 Lancelin Plaza, Lancelin to pick up an entry form or download from our website www. bendigobank. com.au/gingin Entries close 5:00pm on Friday 31 July. For more information contact Gingin Districts Community Financial Services on 9575 1560 or email: linda.balcombe@ bendigoadelaide.com.au The Gingin and Lancelin Community Bank are looking for winning photographs which capture what people love within the Shire of Gingin for their 2016 calendar.
In an effort to see the world through younger eyes, they have a special category for aspiring photographers who are under 18 years old - So, whether you’re an amateur
Got any news?
The Sun City News welcomes your news article and/or photo, email your article to news@ suncitynews.com.au
8
Thursday 2 July 2015
sun city news
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Health, Beauty & Wellness
Be healthy Be fit Be beautiful
Dementia - What you can do What is dementia?
memory loss Confusion Personality change Apathy and withdrawal Loss of ability to perform everyday tasks.
Dementia describes a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain. It is not one specific disease.
What can be done to help?
Dementia affects thinking, behaviour and the ability to perform everyday tasks. Brain function is affected enough to interfere with the person’s normal social or working life. Most people with dementia are older, but it is important to remember that not all older people get dementia. It is not a normal part of aging. Dementia can happen to anybody, but it is more common after the age of 65 years. People in their 40s and 50s can also have dementia. There are many different forms of dementia and each has its own causes. The most common types of dementia are Alzheimer’s disease, Vascular dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Dementia with Lewy bodies, Fronto Temporal Lobar Degeneration (FTLD), Huntington’s disease, Alcohol related dementia
(Korsakoff’s syndrome) and Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease. There are a number of conditions that produce symptoms similar to dementia. These include some vitamin and hormone deficiencies, depression, medication clashes or over medication, infections and brain tumours. It is essential that a medical diagnosis is obtained at an early stage when symptoms first appear, to ensure that a person who has a treatable condition is diagnosed and treated correctly. If the symptoms are caused by dementia, an
early diagnosis will mean early access to support, information, and medication should it be available.
Can dementia be inherited? This will depend on the cause of the dementia, so it is important to have a firm medical diagnosis. Most cases of dementia are not inherited. The early signs of dementia are very subtle and vague and may not be immediately obvious. Some common symptoms may include: Progressive and frequent
At present there is no prevention or cure for most forms of dementia. However, some medications have been found to reduce some symptoms. Support is vital for people with dementia. The help of families, friends and carers can make a positive difference to managing the condition. If you are concerned about the risk of inheriting dementia, consult your doctor or contact Alzheimer’s Australia to speak to a counsellor. On Monday 6 July, Moore River Weight Watchers have invited Alzheimer’s Australia WA to the Woodridge Hall for an information workshop. The free information session starts at 10.00am sharp and concludes around midday with light refreshments provided.
Blissful beginnings to honestly answer those questions and navigate you towards the questions that you hadn’t thought to ask or didn’t think were important As well as receiving highly competent clinical care, you can be secure in the knowledge that a referral to a medical practitioner will be facilitated whenever you may need or want it.
Pregnancy is more than just physically being pregnant. It’s an emotional time with often feelings of excitement mixed with apprehension and anxiety. Choosing the care of a known midwife during this time to share your journey, or part of, can lessen anxieties and apprehensions and also
be there with you to share in your excitement throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond. Having a friendly, knowledgeable and experienced midwife just a phone call away can prove invaluable. Sharing midwifery knowledge and expertise
9
With Linda Wilson at Blissful Beginnings, you will be cared for by a known midwife who will care for you and your baby throughout your pregnancy and/or following birth until your baby is six weeks old. Your midwife will work in partnership with you to achieve a safe and satisfying experience throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond. You will receive
current information regarding all pregnancy, birth and early parenting topics that will assist you to make informed choices for you and your baby. Appointments are scheduled according to your individual needs and requirements and in the comfort of your own home. There will be a small outof-pocket expense for all antenatal and postnatal appointments with medicare covering up to 80 per cent of the appointment fee. For more information or an appointment, call Linda Wilson from Blissful Beginnings Midwifery on 0405 304 923. Linda is based in Yanchep for easy convenience.
COUNSELLING Individual, Couples, Families Wendy Unstead (Grad.Dip.Couns.) Member of Australian Counselling Association Member of Australian Institute Professional Counsellors
Phone: 0432 117 434 email: wendyunstead@bigpond.com
Appointments call Donna on
9561 6336 or 0403 768 933 4 Foreshore Vista,Yanchep
10
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Things to do over the winter school holidays Stranger Danger and Safety Awareness
Parents are welcome to attend so they can reinforce the message and skills at home.
Dreamcatchers workshop
Starting on Monday 7 July through to 17 July, between 11.00am and 3.00pm, you can build your own rocket, then launch it. Take your 1.25L drink bottle and build your own rocket. Another great activity is the ‘Tower Targets’ where you will experience target practice from 45 metres up the tower. No bookings are required, parental supervision is compulsory. A full day at the Gravity Discovery Centre cost only $12 per child.
Visit the museum
In light of recent press about attempted abduction of kids around Perth, ATI Martial Arts want to try to get message out that some skills can easily help save a life or prevent being abducted.
On Saturday 11 July, TRYCAN is running a school holiday Dreamcatchers workshop at the Phil Renkin Centre.
ATI Martial Arts is delivering free skills sessions as a community service starting Monday 4 July, through to Friday 10 July, in Yanchep.
This great fun time is available for children aged five up to 15 years old, children under ten must be accompanied by a parent or adult.
Parents are invited to bring their kids, aged three to 14 years to one of the special sessions find out about stranger danger, danger awareness and three simple effective methods to help escape an attack.
At only $5 per child, this is a great morning for local children to find out more and make their own dreamcatcher. Call 0427 857 612 to book you dreamcatcher.
For bookings and more information, call Mark on 0414 557 389 or Debbie on 0410 103 069.
GDC visit There are plenty of school holiday activities organised at the Gravity Discovery Centre on Military Road, Gingin West, only 20 minutes from Yanchep.
The Wanneroo Regional Museum and Community History Centre in Rocca Way, Wanneroo, is open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00am to 4:00pm; Thursday’s from 10:00am to 5:00pm; and Saturday’s, 12:00pm to 4:00pm. The museum has ever-changing exhibits highlighting local Wanneroo history, heritage education and local history experiences. Entry is free and a great look at our local history.
Travel a little further Be it a day out or a couple of days away, a visit to the Chittering region or New Norcia is a wonderful break. Grab a copy of the Chittering Valley tourist map - It features
the wildflowers, orchards and farms, outdoor art trail, heritage and crafts. What a way to spend a day or two visiting our local country region. A visit to Australia’s only monastic town, New Norcia, is a must. This town is probably the eighth wonder of the world, a historic and spiritual treasure in our local Australian bush. The monks will welcome you to New Norcia, you can join them at a church service and discover more about their history and unique life. The ‘Meet a Monk’ session on Saturday afternoon is a don’t miss activity. Talking with the monks, gives you a fascinating insight to their lifestyle and activities.
DINING OUT
Play golf A trip to Caladenia Mini Golf offers a great family day out. Located just a short drive from Yanchep, you can enjoy 18 holes of mini golf set in a beautiful tropical garden, then enjoy a snack or lunch at the onsite cafe. A day at Caladenia Mini Golf is a great outing.
City of Wanneroo activities The City of Wanneroo has various school holiday activities organised through their Youth Services department - Activities cost between $15 and $40 per child and bookings are essential. Check wanneroo.wa.gov.au/ cowyouth for full details including times and costs.
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
11
More great local photos
Our community is blessed with great natural scenery to photograph all year round from sunrise to sunset and beyond. Over the past couple of weeks, these three truly amazing photos were received in the Sun City News mailbox. Above: Adam Johns said: “As a local resident and keen photographer, I take regular trips around the local area for things to capture and thought the sunset and rolling ocean made for a nice evening image. Yanchep is a such a beautiful place to live and we are lucky to be part of it.� Above left: Keen photographer, Kym Illman snapped this amazing photo not long after some sand renourishment work was carried out at Seabird. Left: Recently Suzi Logue from Two Rocks snapped this pelican at Moore River, early one morning.
DINING OUT
To advertise in DINING OUT, phone 9561 2500
sun city news
12
Thursday 2 July 2015
PROPERTY
PROPERTY REVIEWS AUCTIONS CHANGING HANDS HIDEAWAYS
COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS
Opposite park corner family home Don’t miss this opportunity, unfortunately the original sale on this wonderful home fell through, here is a second chance to grab a beauty, but be quick at this price. This home offers a unique chance for a young growing family with three bedrooms, two bathroom modern home on a corner block. This home has a great open plan kitchen/living/dining. Light and bright, located opposite Kalbarri Park with a million dollar playground with bbq facilities. Other features include: Reverse cycle air conditioning, gas hot water system and gas cooking as well as low maintenance gardens, plus quality security screens. You are located within easy walking distance to shops, transport, medical and schools. Be quick at this second chance as this will not last long. Call Kelli Royston-Ing from Harcourts Beachside on 0414 846 861 to view this property. This home is open for inspection on Sunday 12 July, between 11:30am and 12:30pm.
Address: 2 Kalbarri Avenue Yanchep
Agent: Harcourts Beachside Yanchep Centracl S/C Yanchep
Would you like your property featured in thew region’s most popular local newspaper?
Asking price: $375,000 Phone: 9561 1750
Call Terry at Sun City News on 9561 2500 for details.
Call Philip Hortle on 0412 156 575 Pty Ltd (RB 12263)
* Single Storey Extensions & 2nd Storey Addi ons * Granny Flats/Studios * Alfresco Decks/Pa os/Pergolas * Garages/Carports/Storerooms
Ema mailil: hbc@ c@hortle.net.au We Website te: www ww.hor ortle.net.au
12 Genesta Place, Two Rocks Negotiable From $180,000
Rare 810m2 Site Close to Marina This Affordable yet ‘Large Lot Living’ can be Yours! Set in a Demanded Quite Cul-de-sac Location Providing opportunity for Unique Designed home working on the teriffic width of this Lot
Frontage 18 metre, Area 810m2 Reasonable Walking distance to popular Marina, Pristine Beaches, Cafes & Shops
Call Brad and Discuss this Affordable Opportunity
Brad Dawson
P: 9335 3999
M: 0413 879 479
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
PROPERTY
PROPERTY REVIEWS AUCTIONS CHANGING HANDS HIDEAWAYS
13
COMMERCIAL & BUSINESS
Living at its best! Two separate homes under the one roof that actually come together beautifully, so having your extended family come to stay will be an absolute breeze. This gorgeous home was proudly designed and built by its very loving owners, positioned opposite a park and just a short stroll away from pristine beaches. The main house has three bedrooms all with robes, one bathroom, two toilets and an open plan kitchen/meals area with reverse cycle air. Then you step through a door which opens out to the most super spacious gabled entertaining room with full length windows that connects at the other end to a self-contained guest flat with one bedroom, one bathroom, toilet, own kitchen and living area also with reverse cycle air. Set on a large 809 square metre block with a wonderful private garden setting which offers a peaceful and tranquil environment for all to enjoy. There is plenty of room for your boat/caravan, as you can drive through the oversized double remote garage and park on the covered hard stand area at back so its safe and secure. There are lovely colour tones to the decor, absolute quality
fixtures and fittings throughout with presentation that would appease even the most meticulous of buyers. Properties of this type rarely come to market and would certainly suit someone looking
to accommodate extra people without losing privacy. Here is the opportunity for many years of enjoyment at this absolute seaside stunner of a home.
Call Craig from L J Hooker Two Rocks on 0414 473 360 for your private inspection. Address: 42 Cassilda Way Two Rocks
Asking price: from $495,000 Agent: L J Hooker Two Rocks Two Rocks S/C Two Rocks Phone: 9561 1207
14
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
ACROSS 17 A shrub with showy flowers 18 Concealed 20 Dodge 21 Group of nine 23 Writing implement 24 Make tidy 25 Musical drama 27 Disbursed 29 Panorama 33 Label 34 Cooking room 38 Animal skins 40 Famous 42 Bondage 45 Meagre 47 Attempts 49 Farewell 50 Make merry 51 Ages 52 Bird of prey 53 Group of skits 54 Undertone 56 Cattle pens 58 An accepted opinion 60 Repository of arms 62 Crucifix 64 Code 65 Dress out 66 Elegance 67 Impertinence 69 Lubricant 72 Unsophisticated 74 Presses clothes 75 Impolite 77 Wash lightly 80 Side glances 83 Therefore 85 The chest
88 Gives up 90 Spiritual beings 93 Native of Baghdad 94 Ukelele (abb) 95 Little demon 96 Flat 97 Extremely Lethargic (coll) 98 Distress call (init) 99 Hanging 100 Colour variety 101 Roadside guide 102 Certified 104 Wrathful 106 Dirt 108 Trials 111 Inducement 113 A film hero (coll) 117 Furious 120 Defeat 121 Seashore 123 Contrary 125 At hand 126 Light cake 128 Perforate 129 Standard of judgement 130 Former name of Oro Province, PNG 133 Teams of baseball players 136 Disallows 137 Expel 138 … in gambling chips 139 Commandments 143 Institute of Sport, Exercise, and Active Living (init) 145 Gorillas 147 Resided 148 Persons with ginger hair 152 Acceptance
154 Muscular twitch 155 Ascertained dimensions 156 First woman 158 Approximately 52 gallons 159 Boredom 160 Bound 161 Sin 162 Embankment 163 Caress 166 Places of refuges 167 Shun 170 Smell 172 Herbage 175 Beasts of burden 178 That group 180 Enraged 181 Directly opposite 182 Comrade 184 Tenth part 185 Highest points 186 Fourth month 187 Academy Award 188 Throb 191 A connecting part 195 Referee 198 Producing effects 202 Young insect 205 Stretch of land 206 Means of connection 207 Devastates 208 Past participle of snakelike fish 209 Quotes 210 Ocean nymph 211 Slopes 212 Comedian (coll) 213 Location finder 214 Nasty 217 Cut drastically
222 Human soul 225 Forgers 229 Prepared 231 Sneering faultfinder 232 Rue 233 Landed property 234 Rubbish 235 Up and about 236 Treat with a gas 237 Tolerate DOWN 1 Of sound mind 2 Colour slightly 3 Examines 4 Fermented grape juice 5 Foundation 6 Reproduce 7 Sandhill 8 Wirework 9 Beget (arch) 10 Pal (coll) 11 Discarded material 12 Went away 13 Crush 14 Inert gaseous element 15 Look slyly 16 True 18 Deal a blow 19 Lacelike fabric 22 Forward 26 Instruction book 28 French capital 30 Four-stringed instrument 31 At no time 32 Of the country 35 Imply 36 Odd job 37 Additional 39 Lock of hair
41 Seesaws 42 Basic unit of time 43 Obedient followers (coll) 44 Dinner dish 46 Of the hands 47 Slip by 48 Vendor 49 Sale 55 Lacking sense 57 Affirm with confidence 58 Seek alms 59 Payment for services 61 Offences 63 Form of oxygen 68 Weird 70 Authoritative decisions 71 Extraordinary 73 Masks 76 Farthest 78 Goddess of the rainbow 79 Snags (coll) 81 Stress laid upon 82 Actor’s part 84 Flock of geese 86 Perch 87 Fully aware 88 Put off 89 Vision 91 Wide openings 92 Type of beam 103 Conjecture 104 Fuss 105 North American falls (possessive) 107 Species of primrose 109 A court of justice 110 Put in place 112 Sun shade 113 A derived noun form of a verb
114 Vast expanses 115 Fixed wages 116 Rejects with distain 118 An obsession 119 Lariats 122 Technical school (coll) 124 Bovines 127 Ransack 131 Japanese long, broad sash 132 Deep furrows 134 Shipping hazards 135 Eastern Standard Time (init) 140 Wireless 141 Son of Venus 142 Balanced 144 Walks with great difficulty 145 Non-professional 146 Medical practitioner who operates 147 Fellows (coll) 149 Temperature point 150 Rule of conduct 151 Fall in folds 153 A type of surgeon 154 Layer 157 Otherwise 158 Evergreen shrub 164 Relating to ships 165 Boarders 168 Littler 169 Greek epic poet 171 Eyes (coll) 172 Stern 173 Degraded 174 Burial cloth 175 Accumulate 176 A woman’s casual
garment 177 Eyelid swelling 179 Radiator 182 Influenza (abb) 183 Female deer 189 Industrial group 190 Unwavering 192 Modified iron 193 Back protuberances 194 Join 196 Interfered with 197 Toothed bars 199 Sacred song 200 Adjust again 201 Very poor 203 Proverbs 204 Article of food 215 Chilled 216 Jealousy 217 Strikebreaker 218 Countertenor 219 Wind instrument 220 Dead heat 221 Astonished 222 likely racehorse winner (coll) 223 East-south-east (init) 224 A roue 225 Appear 226 ... the Terrible 227 Salute 228 Simmer 229 Floating platform 230 Sailor’s call
Solution - Page 19
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Trades & Services Directory SERVICES
ACCOUNTING / TAXATION ACCOUNTANT - CHARTERED
Tax returns & Financial Statements prepared
Individual & small - med business specialist
Suite 12/10 Reid Prom Joondalup
PRODUCTS
HOME BASED BUSINESS
AUTO REPAIRS
BOBCAT
CARPENTER / JOINER
Tel: 9301 1520 AIRCONDITIONING SERVICES
AIRCONDITIONING SERVICES
AIRCONDITIONING SERVICES
CARPET CLEANING
AUTO REPAIRS
AUTO REPAIRS
BOBCAT
BRICKLAYER
CARPET CLEANING
BRICKPAVING
CLEANING SERVICES
BRICKPAVING
COMPUTER REPAIRS
BUILDING CONTRACTOR Call Philip Hortle on 0412 156 575 Pty Ltd (RB 12263)
Ema mailil: hbc@ c@hortle.net.au
AUTO ELECTRICIAN
Website We te: www ww.hor ortle.net.au
CABINET MAKERS
BOBCAT
CABINET MAKERS
CONCRETE SERVICES
15
sun city news
16
Thursday 2 July 2015
Trades & Services Directory SERVICES
PRODUCTS
HOME BASED BUSINESS
CONCRETE SERVICES
HANDYMAN SERVICES
PAINTING SERVICES
PLUMBING SERVICES
DOG GROOMING
HOME MAINTENANCE/RENOVATIONS
PAINTING SERVICES
PLUMBING SERVICES
Your Local Small Builder - 35 Years Exp.
Render Internal Plastering Dry Lining New Ceilings Cornice Window Replacement Pre Sale Makeovers
Bath Reno’s Kitchen Reno’s Walls Removed FREE Quotes FREE Advice
Done for the right
price...
Phone John 0424 615 059 howtonhull@bigpond.com
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
LANDSCAPING SERVICES
PATIOS
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
LANDSCAPING SERVICES
PATIOS
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
LAWN MOWING SERVICES
PATIOS
FENCING
LAWN MOWING SERVICES
PEST MANAGEMENT
REMOVALS
GARAGE DOORS
LAWN MOWING SERVICES
PLUMBING SERVICES
RETICULATION
POOLS
David Johnson
0468 940 372 Two Rocks electric-avenue@hotmail.com EC10735
Servicing Butler to Lancelin & Gingin
ORFORD’S
www.jimsmowingwa.net
PLUMBING AND GAS
More than just mowing
MEMBER OF THE MASTER PLUMBERS & GASFITTERS ASSOCIATION
Work Guaranteed. Insured.
HANDYMAN SERVICES
0400 195 810
gerard10@iinet.net.au
Gerard
free quotes • fully insured • police cleared
Indoors • Outdoors • Tiling • Paving • Gutters • Fly screens • Soak wells • Flatpack assembly • Removal of rubbish • Odd jobs • Pressure cleaning • Solar panel cleaning and much more .............. Home or Commercial • No job too small
1300 206 213
LOCKSMITH SERVICES
Domestic and Commercial Plumbing and Gas Installations and Servicing Over 20 years local experience
Andy 0416 289 860 p/fax: 9561 5098
e: orfords_plumbing@hotmail.com
P.L. 6718 G.F. 007623
Gardening Clean ups Pruning Mulching Rubbish Removal Gutter Cleaning Landscaping
PLUMBING SERVICES
MY Plumbing & Gas Installation & Servicing of L.P.G. & Natural Gas Appliances Septic & Leach Drains Installed & Unblocked Renovations & New Housing PENSIONER DISCOUNTS
Phone/Fax: Mark (08) 9561 1080
PL 5868 GSL 007123
ROOFING SERVICES
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
17
Trades & Services Directory SERVICES
PRODUCTS
SECURITY
HOME BASED BUSINESS
SEPTIC SERVICES
STORAGE
SECURITY
WINDOW TINTING
CLASSIFIEDS Local ads in your local newspaper, getting results by selling faster.
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC COMMENT IS INVITED ON THE FOLLOWING:
DRAFT REVISED LOCAL PLANNING POLICY 4.14: COMPLIANCE The City invites public comment on Draft Revised Local Planning Policy 4.14 - Compliance. The Draft Local Planning Policy is to establish a consistent, transparent and integrated process for the planning and building compliance. Further information on this proposal is available at the Civic Centre, 23 Dundebar Road, Wanneroo or at www.wanneroo.wa.gov.au (select 'Your Council', 'Your Say'). Quote Reference: 8222 Comments close: 6 July 2015 Enquiries: Planning Implementation 9405 5875 Comments can be forwarded to: Mr Daniel Simms Chief Executive Officer City of Wanneroo Locked Bag 1 WANNEROO WA 6946 wanneroo.wa.gov.au
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
PLANNING APPLICATION FOR PROPOSED TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE (FIXED WIRELESS FACILITY) ON LOT 20 (NO. 112) OLD MOOLIABEENEE ROAD, GINGIN Council is considering a Planning Application for a Proposed Telecommunications Infrastructure (fixed wireless facility) on Lot 20 (no. 112) Old Mooliabeenee Road, Gingin. Copies of the proposal can be viewed on the Shire’s website – www.gingin.wa.gov.au and also at Council’s Administration Centre, 7 Brockman Street, Gingin and the Lancelin Agency Office, 255 Vins Way, Lancelin during normal Office Hours.
FOR SALE FIREWOOD - Bush wood for sale. $100 per trailer load. 0408 919 985. ---------------------------------STAINLESS steel side by side fridge/freezer. Exc cond. $1000ono. 0400 116 615. ----------------------------------
WANTED
Two Rocks Primary School are looking for a FREE aluminium dinghy that someone may have laying around to use in their early childhood sand pit play area. It does not matter if the dinghy has a hole in it, as long as it is in fairly good condition. 9561 6888.
Submissions in relation to this Proposal should be made in writing and directed to the Chief Executive Officer by 4.00pm on 22 July 2015. JEREMY EDWARDS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Ph (08) 9575 2211 Fax (08) 9575 2121 Email mail@gingin.wa.gov.au
CHILD CARE
SHARON’S FAMILY DAY CARE YANCHEP EST: 2003 VACANCIES for 1-5 year olds Wed 1, Thurs 3, Fri 1 CCB5 & CCR available EYLF in place For genuine interest Call Sharon 0407 263 904
Advertise LOCAL ads + LOCAL readers = GET LOCAL RESULTS Call the Sun City News 9561 2500 to get results with your advertising
FREE CLASSIFIEDS Lodge your free classified ads online at www.suncitynews.com.au
DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE All ad material, local news articles, photos and community notices are required before 12noon, Saturday 11 July 2015 Sun City News advertising - Gets RESULTS
Send your information to news@suncitynews.com.au
18
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? Personally, I need breakfast. Almost every morning, I wake up early feeling hungry, and it’s only once I banish my morning hunger that I’m ready to fire. By mid-morning, I take a break and enjoy a snack.
Studies show children who have eaten breakfast have better concentration, greater academic performance and more positive learning outcomes as well as fewer behavioural and emotional problems.
I’ve used a personal anecdote because it’s likely that eating breakfast, or skipping it, may simply reflect a personal preference for timing food intake. Not everyone enjoys eating first thing in the morning. But your first choice of foods may contribute to an overall healthy diet.
As I noted at the beginning of this article, personal preferences and habits vary, and are probably very relevant here. Skipping breakfast and satisfying yourself later with junk foods will lead to poor results. But it’s possible to compensate for a missed breakfast with a nutrient-rich lunch and dinner.
An important note of caution first: any study of breakfast’s benefits is fraught with difficulty because breakfast studies are often funded by the makers of readyto-eat breakfast cereals. That doesn’t necessarily make their findings invalid, but it means we need to look carefully at how the studies are constructed and the way their findings may have been interpreted.
Nutritional benefits It’s logical to assume that eating three meals a day, rather than two, makes it easier to meet the body’s needs for many nutrients. But such assumptions depend on what you include in each meal and whether particular nutrients likely to be consumed
For most people, it makes sense for breakfast to contribute to a health balanced diet without increasing intake of saturated fat, added sugars or salt. at breakfast are marginal in your diet in the first instance. Many ready-to-eat breakfast cereals emphasise their content of added vitamins, usually thiamin, riboflavin, or niacin, even though these are not commonly deficient in diets of people living in developed countries. So studies showing higher intakes of these vitamins in people who consume these products, generally funded by the makers
of cereals, are meaningless. Especially since higher vitamin intake merely means any excess is excreted. As with all studies in human nutrition and weight, there are many confounding factors. Some studies, for example, show breakfast eaters have higher levels of physical activity or spend less time watching television. The combination of skipping breakfast and late
night eating, but neither on its own, may increase the risk of metabolic syndrome. The US National Weight Control Registry reports eating breakfast is a characteristic common to successful weightloss maintainers. Almost 80 per cent of the 2,959 people on the register who have lost an average of 32 kilograms and kept it off for six years eat breakfast every day.
Practical choices that fit these criteria include wholegrain breads, grains or cereals, with minimal added sugar, fruit, milk, yoghurt or cheese, vegetables, perhaps tomatoes, spinach or mushrooms, and eggs, legumes, nuts or seeds. This article first appeared on The Conversation and was written by Rosemary Stanton.
Are our school playgrounds being wrapped in cotton wool? New research has found that fears of playground accidents such as falls has led to considerable changes in school playgrounds, reflecting a climate of over-policing and surplus rules and regulations. This month it was reported that a father is suing his son’s school for a playground accident in which his son ran into a wall. With
schools
increasingly
facing litigation for accidents on their playgrounds, protecting students from physical dangers is becoming paramount. The leading cause of children being hospitalised – 38% of child hospitalisations in 2011/2012 – is physical play injuries.
However, wrapping kids in cotton wool does not allow them to develop the essential skills of risk-taking, learning from
mistakes, problem-solving and facing challenges and failures. Such trial and error can be fundamental to negotiating life’s challenges and overcoming them.
How playgrounds are changing Schools across Australia are changing their play rules to shorten play times (such as lunch and recess breaks), eliminating play spaces (such as trees, fixed equipment, tyres) to make room for classroom space, merging facilities to severely reduce play space, and implementing rules that restrict creative, diverse and active play (such as running, cartwheels, kicking and throwing balls). Playground activities in many schools have become more policed, organised, structured and adult-directed. The age at which children are permitted to play unsupervised has been increasing; there is an increased likelihood children will be driven or accompanied during their play activities; and play activities are becoming more adult-organised and indoors.
Why restricted play is a bad thing Students can lose their confidence in physical activity if there is a growing culture of adult overprotection. Many Australian studies and reports describe the harmful influences on students from a culture of “surplus safety”. School playgrounds that are more student-directed, encourage unstructured play
freedom and possess less rules have resulted in improved playground behaviours and reduced occurrence of injury.
Students I interviewed for my research reported boredom can lead to frustration and anger, which can lead to injuries in the school playground. Restricting student opportunities to overcome school playground risks can have the opposite effect for teachers who seek to create an environment protected from danger. Some research out of Sydney reported that parents are often unaware that restricting child’s play could have negative effects on a child’s [cognitive health (such as mental health impairment) and social development (such as bullying).
Let kids play free Playgrounds that are less restrictive can enhance student engagement with and learning of a range of physical, cognitive and social skills. Students often perceive that overcoming elements of danger is an important aspect of school playground activities. By students taking risks, they enhance engagement, decrease boredom and provide movement opportunities to confidently improve physical activity habits. The introduction of loose parts within a school playground is an emerging student-directed strategy to provide a variety of play options and choices for students to ensure playground boredom is prevented.
Loose parts materials such as milk crates, hay bales and tyre tubes (such as via the LEAP program in regional Victoria, a whole-school playground of loose parts materials) allow students to develop their own school playground areas and activities, using low-risk, movable obstacles to creatively engage in an imaginative and diverse range of activities. Teachers originally perceived there would be increased safety risks associated with using loose parts materials, yet decreased injuries and misbehaviour were reported within both the LEAP intervention and Sydney playground project. A school in New Zealand trialled reducing school playground rules that related to risks of children getting hurt or making a mess. This included rules banning the building of huts, riding skateboards and scooters, climbing trees, play fighting, sliding down mudslides, using stair rails as monkey bars and restricting students to certain areas. They found positive effects including reduced injuries and misbehaviour. Reducing this increasing focus on safety rules and restrictions could be vital to ensuring the health, learning and development of our next generation. This article was written by Brendon Hyndman, a lecturer in Education (Primary Teaching & Learning) at Charles Darwin University for The Conversation.
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
The hidden fees that are making you poorer How much money are you wasting? It’s easy to get stung left, right and centre by pesky fees. Some days it seems that everyone, from taxis to banks to ticket sellers, wants an extra slice of your cash, without doing anything to deserve it. Here are 10 particularly irritating charges to look out for, and a few ways to limit the damage to your hip pocket. 1. Multiple accounts not so super Had a few different jobs over the years and been too lazy to streamline your super? What you may not have considered is the damage you’re doing to your hip pocket by continuing to pay multiple administration fees. If you have four different super accounts, you could be wasting well over $1000 a year on admin fees, investment fees and insurance premiums. 2. Beware of shutting down a super account too soon If you do close your super fund accounts, sometimes there are withdrawal or termination fees, these can be as high as two per cent. 3. Annoying ATM fees Sure, we all get caught out from time to time, but why regularly pay $2 or more in ATM fees just to access your own money? Wasting $2 twice a week in this fashion adds up to $200 a year. 4. High bank fees Ditch any bank accounts that have high monthly fees but offer little in return. Same goes for credit cards – particularly the premium kind. If you were lured in by a special deal, don’t forget to cancel your
card after the benefits stop rolling in. 5. Penalty fees “Pay your credit card on time each month to avoid excessive late payment fees,” says consumer watchdog CHOICE spokesman Tom Godfrey. “You could even choose an account that doesn’t charge penalty fees, or an account that charges lower penalties. “If it’s too late for that, contact your bank and ask for penalties to be reversed.” 6. Dodge the airline mark-ups Airlines are shockers when it comes to trying to upsell. It’s likely you’ll have to unselect several options – seating and baggage for starters – before getting anywhere near the payment step. Once there, CHOICE recommends looking for a fee-free payment method to avoid excessive credit card surcharges. For example, a Jetstar domestic flight will blow out by $8.50 per passenger per flight if paying by card, or by $17 per booking via PayPal. In this instance, online booking system POLi is the only way (except for applying for a Jetstar credit card) to avoid hefty fees. 7. Online shopping sting When shopping online, don’t assume that by paying in Australian dollars you’ll be avoiding fees.
8. Ridiculous ticket fees Sporting or concert tickets are already pricey, and that’s before you get slugged with a ticketing fee. Ray Jaramis, adviser with Treysta Wealth Management, says it’s sometimes difficult to see where “a commercial expense exists to warrant a subsequent fee”. “For instance, I imagine the cost to email me my ticket to the sports match this weekend would be close to non-existent and the fee is a bit of a free kick for the service providers.” 9. Taxi turmoil Mr Jaramis also gets frustrated by the extra charges that can accompany an average taxi ride. “The meter happily ticks along as you go on your journey, only for you to find that there are a few quick additions to the fare before you’re asked how you would like to pay,” he says. Opting for Uber, which lets you do a fare estimate before travelling, and is usually cheaper than standard taxi companies, is one way around the problem. 10. Avoid overdue fees Don’t be your own worst enemy. Return your DVDs and library books on time, pay your traffic fines and rates (or request a payment plan), and find gas and electricity suppliers who will reward you with a discount for paying by the due date.
Avoid foreign transaction fees by being particularly wary if you’re shopping with a foreign company as they may not have an Australian payment provider.
Tues 5 May - Kruisers 6 def Saints 5. Highest peg: N Seagar 82. Highest score: N Seagar 118. Coasters 6 def Neptunes 5. Highest peg: H Billing 65. Highest score: L Twyford 121. Tues 12 May - Neptunes 8 def Kruizers 3. Highest peg: M Sorensen 60. Highest score: L Billing 117. Coasters 7 def Saints 4. Highest peg: J Giltrap 102. Highest score: G White 134. Tues 19 May - Neptunes 6 def Saints 5. Highest peg: R Corns 20. Highest score: R Corns 140. Coasters 6 Kef Kruizers 5. Highest peg: D Wheeler 32. Highest score: D Wheeler 127. Tues 26 May - Coasters 6 def Neptunes 5. Highest peg: S Billing 40. Highest score: S Billing 134. Saints 9 def Kruizers 2. Highest peg: S Bennett 38. Highest score: J Giltrap 124. Tues 2 June - Coasters 6 def Saints 5. Highest peg: M Lovell 36. Highest score: R Leslie 129. Kruizers 7 def Neptunes 4. Highest peg: Z Fletcher 90. Highest score: R Corns 117. Tues 9 June - Saints 6 def Neptunes 5. Highest peg: M Sorensen 56. Highest score: M Rose 140. Coasters 8 def Kruizers 3. Highest peg: L Wiltshire 78. Highest score: L Twyford 121.
Tues 16 June - Coasters 7 def Neptunes 4. Highest peg: C Rowe 36. Highest score: L Twyford 123. Saints 9 def Kruizers 2. Highest peg: G Tavani 55. Highest score: H Catchpole & C Loftus 121.
GOLF Guilderton GC Sat 13 June B&M Hicks Trophy: R Prince 64, A Gault 68, M Schmiedte, B Hicks, R Wheeler 69. NTP: R Prince, I Street, M Wetherly. Longest putt: I Street. Best 2nd shot: M Wetherly, Least putts: B Hicks. Wed 17 Jun - Scroungers: B Watson 22, C Ellis 18, S Sinclair 11. NTP: P Flavell, J Bresland. Longest putt: C Ellis. Best 2nd shot: B Hicks. Sat 20 Jun - B Driehuis Trophy - Par: P Flavell +5, G Robson +4, P Fennell +3, P Rouse +1, L Johnson 0, A Wetherly 0, J Bresland 0. NTP: C Meharry, P Rouse, T Keene. Longest putt: P Fennell. Lady’s best 2nd shot: R Prince. Men’s Best 3rd shot: P Fennell. Wed 24 Jun - Scroungers: B Johnson 20, J Bresland, A Wetherly 18. Longest putt: B Wegner, B Hicks. Best 2nd shoot: B Johnson. NTP: A Wetherly, J Lunn. Fri 26 June - Ladies S/ford:
A Mann 36, L Wells 33, B Tierney 31, M Crow, L Browne 30. Mens: D Ryan 39, M Ansell 37, G Cruden, J Creasey, D Hotchin, N Arthur 36, V Howell 35.
Haynes/M Wetherly ocb S Sherwood/H Spalding 33, L Newhouse-Maiden/B Tierney 27, F Read/M Kearney 27.
Sun City CC
Sat 20 June - S/ford Ladies: E Callanan 39, R Warrilow 36, D Attwood, A Vanvalzen 30. Mens: M Nunn 43, N Rapinese 42, I Lowe 42, C Grant 36. Sat 27 June - Stroke ladies: E Callanan 71, R Warrilow 73, C Faulks 77, S Rowles 70. Men: W Pawlenko 66, G Curtis 67, C Grant, I Lowe 68. -----------------------------------
Tues 16 June - Ladies Stroke: N Ford 75, S Sherwood 77, M Budiselik ocb M Wetherly, M Crow, 78. L Brown, J Brennan 79. Best gross: M Wetherly 90. Fri 19 June - Ladies S/ford: F Read 35, L Wells 34, M Budiselik 33, A Mann 32. Mens: K Chetti 43, J Mosalski 41, D Todd 40, D Sexton, R McLean 39, N Arthur, C Wells 38. J Mosalski eagle on No 2. Tues 23 June Ladies Jubilee Fours: P
Community Diary Monday 6 July Shire of Gingin 2015/16 budget meeting, 9.30am.
Monday 6 July Yanchep Two Rocks Recreation Association monthly meeting at Phil Renkin Centre, starting at 7.30pm. All members of the community welcome.
Thursday 9 July CWA Yanchep and District monthly meeting will be held at the Phil Renkin Centre at Two Rocks, starting at 9.30am. All welcome, Call Clare on 9561 2905 for more information.
Thursday 18 July Sun City Yacht Club 40th Anniversary celebration at clubrooms. Advance bookings necessary. Contact Sarah on 9561 5457 or Alexandra 0466 409 060.
Tuesday 21 July Shire of Gingin council meeting, starts at 3.00pm.
Tuesday 21 July Community Casino Bus trip, leaving the Phil Renkin Centre at 5.15pm, then picking up at Yanchep Sports Club. Bookings 9561 5321.
Community Groups & Clubs Atlantis Productions Inc.
Ted Dowling
0414 992 380
Friends of Moore River Estuary
Linda Johnson
0414 631 273
Gingin Arts & Crafts Group
Irene Dewar
0427 752 348
Gingin/Chittering Lions
Pat Elliot
9575 2316
Guilderton Community Association
Gillian Lamont
9577 2730
Guilderton Community Library
Madeline Henshaw 9577 1528
Guilderton Country Club
Cheryl Spiers
9577 1013
Gingin Lower Coastal Computer Group
Anne Stroud
9577 1498
Gingin Lower Coastal Meet and Greet
Glenna Macaskill 9577 2281
Guilderton Golf Club
Carolyn Meharry 0448 814 020
Lancelin and Coastal Districts RSL
Norm Pearce
9655 1161
Lancelin Bowling Club
Pat
9655 3053
Lancelin CWA
Muriel Swan
9655 1399
Lancelin & Districts Lions
Dawn & Ron
0417 090 178
Lancelin Golf Club
Annette Morck
9655 2156
Lancelin Volunteer Marine Rescue Group Pat Shinnick
Yanchep GC
Email your results to sport@suncitynews.com.au
9655 1289
Ledge Point Country Club
Sheryl Dempster 0408 947 548 Jan Court 0417 961 627
Moore River Weight Watchers
Jae Watson
9577 1573
Son City Church
Jon Spurgeon
9561 2486 0427 990 605
Sun City Country Club
SPORTS RESULTS DARTS
19
9561 1148
Sun City Yacht Club
John Utley
0428 628 753
TRYCAN - Two Rocks Yanchep Culture & Arts Network
Pam Annesley
0427 957 612
Two Rocks Writers Group
9561 1066 0488 722 078
Two Rocks Volunteer Marine Rescue Group Radio room 9561 5777 A/hrs/Emergency 0488 615 777 WA Sugarcraft Academy Inc - Cake Decorating Jan Cooper
0427 761 330
West Coast Angling Club
exon@westnet. com.au
Yanchep Colour Diet Group
Sunny Strobel
Yanchep CWA Yanchep Districts Junior Football Club
9561 2512 yanchepcwa@ gmail.com
Michael Browne Sue Moir
Yanchep Dolphins Little Athletics Club
0428 559 026 0417 978 281 yancheplac@ gmail.com
Yanchep Golf Club
Bob Cherry
Yanchep Ladies Dart Club
Raye Leslie 0418 936 600 Amanda Van Padua 0408 943 987
Yanchep Netball Club
Karolyn Holmes
0458 458 948
Yanchep Redhawks Football Club
Les Porter
0423 855 115
-----------------------------------
Yanchep Sports Club Inc.
0488 288 750
9561 1196
Yanchep Two Rocks Arts & Craft Workshop Cathie Close
9561 2738
Yanchep Two Rocks Catholic Church
Father Augustine 9561 21 72
Yanchep Two Rocks Lions Club
Malcolm Gow Lorraine Alvin
0401 646 183 0438 682 678
Yanchep Two Rocks Recreation Assoc Inc. Julie Otremba Ron Arnold
9561 1538 9561 5551
Yanchep Two Rocks Home Support Group
9561 5161
Yanchep Two Rocks RSL
Joyce Harris
9561 1672
Yanchep Two Rocks Senior Citizens
Jill Scholte Dot Blower
9561 5581 9561 1287
Yanchep United Football Club (Soccer)
Shaun Parkin
0406 369 411
Is your group or club here? Are your contact details correct? If not, please let us know so we can update the list. Email: community@suncitynews.com.au
20
sun city news
Thursday 2 July 2015
Cervantes go down to Pirates - Again Last Saturday in Cervantes, the Lancelin Ledge Point Pirates defeated Cervantes by 25 points to make it seven wins from their past eight clashes. The Pirates were missing their two key ruck men in Tyson Hodge and Michael ‘Pickle’ Armitage while Cervantes had a few out including John Murray, Callum Chambers and Tom Parker. The Pirates bounced out to an early lead when Pirate’s onballers, Warren Benjamin and Conor Mills, slotted the first two goals. Cervantes responded with two goals and at quarter time, the home team led by a single point. A few minutes into the second quarter, Pirates full forward Jackson Harwood scored the team’s third goal followed by another from Lancelin local Glen Scaddan who was playing one of his best games of the season. It wasn’t until the 13th minute that Cervantes were able to respond but that was quickly matched by Kieren Ware for the Pirates. Dan Hunt and Lewis Harvey were in fine form for the Tigersharks but some poor kicking from Brent LeCras and some of his team mates was costing Cervantes on the scoreboard. They would go to the half time break down eight points, 3.10 (28) to 5.6 (36). Cervantes opened with a quick goal in the third quarter and Brent
LeCras followed up with his first goal a few minutes later to put the Tigersharks in front. Brad French, who’d come off with an ankle injury in the second quarter returned to the field, danced around some lack-lustre defence and kicked the Pirates 6th goal to put them back in front. Cervantes’ Lewis Harvey gifted the Pirates a goal after giving away a free kick and a subsequent 50 metre penalty. The Pirates then kicked the next two goals and went to the three quarter time break with a handy sixteen point lead. An exciting last quarter was in the offing, however, it quickly
became evident that the Pirates held all the aces. Warren Benjamin and Jackson Harwood scored in the first 3 minutes extending the lead to 28 points and despite some fine work by Tyson Lord, the Tigersharks looked sluggish, entering their forward 50 just once in the first half of the quarter. Curtis Edwards and Brad French each goaled before Cervantes kicked their first for the quarter which was quickly countered by another goal from Pirate Brad French. Lancelin’s Daniel Hookway had played a sterling game but a knee injury late in the game saw him
assisted from field resulting in the Pirates finishing with just 17 men. Three late goals from Cervantes reduced the final margin to 25 points but it was all too late. The Pirates had defeated the former league heavyweights, 13.12 (90) to 9.11 (65) to go two games clear of them at the top of the table. It’s almost guaranteed that the two teams will clash in the 2nd semi final in Lancelin mid August. PHOTOS - Above: Dane Robilliard streaks away. Right: Pirate Curtis Edwards flies for a mark.
Articles and photos supplied by Kym Illman.