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ISSN 1833-1831
08 8672 5169
Tel: 08 8672 5920
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Thursday 20 November 2014
Phone:
86725036
LIQUOR LAW REVIEW: NEW COUNCIL
HITS THE GROUND RUNNING
The first meeting of our new Council
of took place on Tuesday 18
November. The newly elected
council members were sworn in.
Our new Council consists of:
Mayor Steve STAINES,
Cr Rose BERRY,
Cr Ian CROMBIE.
Cr Laki ATHANASIADIS,
Cr Michelle PROVATIDIS (absent)
Cr Boro RAPAIC,
Cr Albert McCORMACK
Cr Bundi PANTELIS
Cr Sharyn BAINES (absent)
Harrison JP, our new Mayor took
the opportunity to address the new
Council.
The new Mayor asked for the
Councillors to defer the
appointment of the deputy mayor
and
council
committee
appointments because some
councillors were not present.
Towards the end of the meeting the
council addressed the current
review of the existing liquor laws
The gallery was full and a cross
section of the community was in
attendance.
A draft letter was put to council for
consideration by Mayor Staines and
was approved via a unanimous vote.
Immediately after all the Councillors
were sworn into office by Mark
The letter/submission read as
follows:
Newly elected council at Tuesday night’s meeting. Left to right Cr. Boro Rapiac, Cr.
Albert McCormack, Mayor Steve Staines, Cr. Bundi Pantelis, Cr. Laki Athanasiadis,
Cr. Ian Crombie, and front Cr. Rose Berry
Dear Mr Soulio [Liquor Commissioner]
It has come to my attention that you are
undertaking a review of the liquor laws that
came into effect in Coober Pedy on 30 th
September 2013.
I understand that you met with the Coober Pedy
Alcohol Management Plan Working Party
(CPAMPWP) during your most recent visit to
Coober Pedy. I am disappointed that you chose
not to meet with the Elected Members during
your visit. Despite the fact that CPAMPWP is
a “Working Party” of Council, they do not
necessarily represent the views of Council. Only
the Elected Members represent the views of
Council. Since being sworn in as Mayor on the
18th November 2014 I am now the spokesperson
for Council and speak on behalf of, and as
directed by, the Elected Members.
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I am further disappointed that there has not been
a more timely collection, collation and distribution
of statistics by State Government departments
demonstrating the positive and/or negative
impacts of the new liquor laws.
I have also been made aware that South
Australian Police (SAPOL) is unable or
unwilling to provide statistics specific to Coober
Pedy with regards to how the new liquor laws
have impacted upon the local crime rate. I
acknowledge SAPOL’s acceptance to release
regional statistics but not local statistics. I am
not sure why this is the case and I’d be pleased
if you could make some enquiries into the
matter and advise Council accordingly.
Considering the lack of freely available statistics,
Council is forced to rely upon anecdotal and
observational evidence in assessing the positive
and negative impacts of the new liquor laws. In
my opinion, observational evidence is as
important as statistical evidence in determining
whether initiatives are of benefit.
With all of this in mind, I offer the following
feedback.
Based on my own personal discussions with
numerous residents, including many business
owners, the overwhelming majority of Coober
Pedy residents wish to see the current liquor laws
remain in place.
A media release from your department dated 4th
April 2014 states the following (bolding of text is
my emphasis):
SA Police have reported a dramatic drop in
alcohol related call outs, meaning they can
concentrate on other policing matters.
The Hospital, Ambulance and Sobering Up centre
are all reporting less alcohol-related
presentations and improved general health.
The local council are reporting less public
drunkenness, as well as less begging and
littering.
“And the rules are having a beneficial effect on
children, with reports that children are attending
childcare more regularly, and school age
children are coming to school more rested,
better nourished, and their schoolwork has even
improved.”
Continued page 3
SERVING THE OPAL CAPITAL OF THE WORLD SINCE 1982
7 DAYS WEATHER
Coober Pedy Oodnadatta Tarcoola
Editor - Margaret Mackay
Andamooka
PO Box 275 Coober Pedy SA 5723
Ph: (08) 8672 5920
an underground town, built
on the back of opal mining
333 days sunshine
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Coober Pedy is Australia’s real ‘Down
Under’, famous for its fabulous opals and bizarre
subterranean homes. For generations, miners
have dug into the white and orange rock to extract
the valuable, sparkling stone. The tunnels and
chambers were converted into undergrounds
homes in order to escape from the desert heat.
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Coober Pedy ‘evolved’ as the result of
a massive post war Opal Rush where hardy
pioneers developed a make or break precious
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Opal miners at work in Coober Pedy
See the extravagantly built UNDERGROUND SERBIAN CHURCH with it’s
magnificent stained glass windows and
carvings.
Visitors can stay overnight and
experience underground life as the locals do!
Enjoy LAWN BOWLS, TENNIS and
TABLE TENNIS in the friendly atmosphere
of the United Club Sporting Centre.
Spend a day on the most challenging
GOLF COURSE in the world.
During Easter Coober Pedy holds its
annual OPAL FESTIVAL & GEM TRADE
SHOW
Arrive at COOBER PEDY on the
famous GHAN TRAIN
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chance to noodle (fossick) for your own opal
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outside the town (see film locations like Mad
Max: Beyond Thunderdome and Red Planet)
including the PAINTED DESERT, the
colourful BREAKAWAYS and the MOON
PLAIN
Join the MAIL RUN out of Coober
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Coober Pedy Regional Times
ALCOHOL REVIEW - NEW COUNCIL
These statements seem to me to
demonstrate the overwhelming positive
benefits of the new liquor laws from a
social, environmental (and arguably
cultural) perspective. Economic impacts
are more difficult to quantify but I have
no doubt that trend data over the years
ahead will clearly demonstrate significant
economic returns through improvements
to the perception of Coober Pedy as a
“safe place” for residents and tourists as
well as continued reduction of the
demand on the resources of the State
Government in addressing the damaging
effects of excessive alcohol consumption
in our community.
With regards to cost savings on the part
of the State Government, I am aware of
hearsay evidence that ambulance callouts,
police callouts and after hours hospital
admissions have all reduced by around
60% and RFDS medivac flights by around
40%. I have also been advised that alcohol
related deaths in our community have
reduced dramatically. I am confident that
you have the ability to access data to
qualify these alleged statistics and trust
that you will do so in order to make an
informed decision.
The Mission Statement for SA Health is:
SA Health will lead and deliver a
comprehensive and sustainable health
system that aims to ensure healthier,
longer and better lives for all South
Australians.
Anecdotal and observational evidence
indicates that the new liquor laws have
already resulted in healthier and better
lives for children and adults within our
community.
Reduced
alcohol
consumption coupled with improved
nutrition will no doubt result in longer lives
for our residents and a reduced reliance
on health services.
I note that the first two Strategic Priorities
directly relate to the current liquor laws in
Coober Pedy. In keeping the restrictions in
place the State provides a strong foundation in
order to achieve two of the seven stated
Strategic Priorities in our community.
Removing or easing the current liquor laws
could potentially sabotage the success of
achieving the State’s own Strategic Priorities
(as they relate to our community).
The SA Strategic Plan goes on to state that:
These priorities recognise that South Australia
works best when we have strong government
working with strong business and a strong
community behind us.
I look forward to the “strong” State
Government supporting a “strong” Local
Government by retaining the existing liquor laws
thereby allowing Council and the State to
continue to support and improve our
community.
I recognise the fact that a handful of businesses
in Coober Pedy have suffered financially due
to the introduction of alcohol restrictions
however the benefits to the whole community
far outweigh the cost to a handful of
businesses. I know of at least one takeaway
alcohol licensee that concurs with this opinion.
It has been implied
to me that some
–
government workers may be “fudging” the
statistics in order to avoid a review and
consequential reduction of government
resources in the community. Common sense
suggests that if demand on resources has
reduced by 50% (for example) then it justifies
a reduction in funding and services.
However I believe this to be a foolish
assumption because the alcohol laws are in
their infancy. We need the alcohol laws to
remain in place and the level of services retained
over at least another 2-3 years to gather enough
data. Once we have enough annual data we
can easily assess historical short term impacts
as well as long term predictions and make an
informed decision in regards to social services
requirements.
The South Australian Strategic Plan
identifies “Seven Strategic Priorities”.
For your information, prior to Council making
any decision in regards to alcohol restrictions,
According to Strategic Priorities website: there were three letters of support from three
These priorities are areas where the SA prominent aboriginal organisations in our
Government believes they can make the community.
most difference to the lives of everyday
working people and the most difference Following are some excerpts from those letters:
Mr Ian Crombie, Chairman (at the time) of the
to the future prosperity of our State.
Traditional Owners’ Antakirinja MatuThe priorities are about:
· giving our children every chance to Yankunytjatjara Aboriginal Corporation
(AMYAC), and current Coober Pedy
achieve their potential in life
· keeping our communities safe and our Councillor stated:
“…The safety and wellbeing of all people of
citizens healthy
· building our reputation for premium Coober Pedy (both indigenous and nonindigenous) is of paramount importance to
food and wine
AMYAC. AMYAC encourages Councillors to
· growing advanced manufacturing as the pass this motion in order to actively address
way for the future
the immediate issues of anti-social, destructive
· realising the benefits of the mining behaviour in our town…
boom for all
· creating a vibrant city that energises and ”Mrs Priscilla Larkins, CEO of Umoona
excites
Tjutagku Health Service Aboriginal Corporation
· keeping our high quality of life and 2013 South Australian Nursing and
affordable for everyone.
Midwifery Excellence Award recipient stated:
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“....there is a significant and direct
connection to serious sexual assaults,
sexual abuse, domestic violence and
chronic health conditions associated
with the high consumption of
alcohol…”
Mr George Cooley, Chairman,
Umoona Community Council (UCC)
also gave his very strong support to
the initiative via a letter of support.
Further to this, UCC requested that
the sale of alcohol to residents of the
Umoona Community in Coober Pedy
be included in the list of “Prescribed
Lands” thereby prohibiting the sale of
alcohol to their residents from Coober
Pedy takeaway liquor outlets.
There has also been recorded support
from the APY Executive Board to ‘turn
down the tap’ in Coober Pedy.
Following is an excerpt from the
minutes of the APY Executive Board
meeting that took place in Umuwa on
the 7th and 8th of May 2008:
Jimmy Bannington, Elder of Umoona
Community spoke to Executive Board
Members in language reinforcing what
the Mayor [Steve Baines] has said. He
also said there will be a protest march
in Coober Pedy in June about ‘turning
down the tap in Coober Pedy’.
He also said he is concerned about the
care of children in Coober Pedy and
that they are not being looked after
properly. There are also people from
WA and other places, not just the
Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara
Lands. Kids are running around
Coober Pedy like orphans because
their parents are at the pub.
I believe that the integrity of our society
can be measured by the extent to
which we protect and nurture our
most vulnerable. If the alcohol
restrictions have resulted in improving
the safety of just one child then, in
my opinion, they have been an
unequivocal success.
I leave you with the words of the great
Nelson Mandela:
“There can be no keener revelation of
a society’s soul than the way in which
it treats its children.”
I implore you to place the benefits of
the many above the income and profits
of the few and help our community
give our children, our future, the best
possible chance of success in life.
I trust you will make the right decision.
Yours sincerely
Mayor Steve Staines
WOOMERA
PROHIBITED
AREA
RANGE ACTIVITY
WARNING NOTICE
The Department of Defence is scheduled to conduct testing in
the Woomera Prohibited Area (WPA) between 17 November and
30 November 2014. Access to travel on the Stuart Highway will be
suspended between the Bon Bon rest stop (S30.35678, E135.32844)
and the WPA boundary North of Glendambo (S30.91611, E135.70000)
for up to six (6) hours per suspension. It is anticipated there will be
six (6) suspensions during this period; however, due to the nature of
the activity additional contingency closures may be required.
To ensure the public is clear of this area; the Stuart Highway may be
closed during the following periods:
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On road closure days uniformed Defence personnel will staff the road
closure points to prevent access. In addition, roadside electronic
signage will be in place just outside Glendambo and Coober Pedy to
advise the public if the road will be closed on the day. Travellers are
advised to ensure they have adequate provisions to accommodate
any closure periods.
The WPA is declared as a Prohibited Area under Defence Force
Regulations 1952 and the Woomera Prohibited Area Rule 2014. Permits
are required for access to the WPA other than for those areas covered
by a standing permission or for those persons/entities classified as
existing users under the Defence Force Regulations 1952.
Members of the public travelling through the WPA via the Stuart
Highway are reminded that this road forms part of the prohibited area
and that they are not to deviate from it.
Other roads and tracks entering the WPA are signposted to the effect
that the WPA is a prohibited area and no person shall enter or remain
therein without proper authorisation. Presence within the WPA
without permission is an offence under Section 72TC of the Defence
Act 1903. The penalty for being in the WPA without permission is
imprisonment for 2 years or 120 penalty points or both.
Members of the public traversing the WPA via the Anne Beadell Highway
are reminded that, in addition to a permit being required from Range
Operations Woomera (08 8674 3370), permits are also required from:
Maralinga Tjarutja Lands & Mamungari Conservation Park
PO Box 435
CEDUNA SA 5690
Phone (08) 8625 2946
Tallaringa Conservation Park
Department for Environment Heritage and Aboriginal Affairs
9 Mackay Street
PORT AUGUSTA SA 5700
Phone (08) 8648 5300
There may be some items such as cylindrical rocket motor cases and
nozzles, flat rectangular pieces of metal, spherical tanks, military
projectiles or unexploded ammunition encountered in the WPA. If any
unusual item is encountered it must not be handled as it may be extremely
dangerous and could cause serious injury or death. Note the description
and location of the item and report it to the Pastoral Station Manager or
the Range Activities Coordinator Woomera on (08) 8674 3370.
Enquires in relation to the use of, or entry into the WPA should be
directed to:
Range Activities Coordinator
RAAF Woomera Test Range
Range Operations Office Woomera
PO Box 157
WOOMERA SA 5720
Phone (08) 8674 3370
Email: woomera.enquiries@defence.gov.au
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Coober Pedy Street and
Road Names
Part 66 in a series
by Sue Britt
Where did the name of your street come from?
POST OFFICE HILL ROAD
1915 to 1919, informal arrangements brought mail and
goods to the Stuart Range Opal Fields from the train siding
at William Creek every fortnight or so to Cheynes store.
In 1919 Arch Burnett and Jack Norton arrived in their
Model T Ford Wilful Murder. “The first dugout we saw
was the store, run by Jim Sheehan (Cheyne). There were
numerous holes about but we saw nobody so we drove on
to a big flat with a cone –shaped hill at the northern end
where we stopped and made camp. This became the first
and only dug-out post office and bank agency in the world,
and is now known as Post Office Hill. We unloaded the
poor old Ford, carted a load of wood, met a few miners
who were very sociable, then started a dugout in the hill.”
Burnett and Norton met the trains at William Creek and
brought miners and their goods across to the opal fields.
They started by carrying the mail as a free extra. In 1919
over a two-week period 115 letters, 5 packets and 76
papers were received and 72 letters were posted. Clearly
a post office was needed.
In 1920 Burnett and Norton cut a new track to the east/
west line where the trains ran more frequently. They got
the mail contract and formed a partnership with Joe
Fitzgerald who “looked after the Post Office, Savings
Bank Agency and the store”. In June, Postal Inspector
AW White included the Stuart Range in his tour of
inspection to Farina. He made some practical suggestions.
Post Office, 1932, Mortlock Library
First, because there was a lot of valuable opal being found,
he arranged for an iron safe no longer needed at Coward
Springs to be sent for its safekeeping.
find yourself at the bottom of a deep pit. Erosion has
softened the surface of the sandstone so that it is hard for
newcomers to believe that opal was found in such soft,
sandy looking ground. Excavations on the main field,
also long abandoned, resemble the homes of giant ants,
the whole of the surface a multitude of pock-marks”.
Second he suggested that a new name was needed because
Stuart Range could be easily confused with Stewart Range
near Naracoorte. A meeting was held and at that meeting
Rube Tupper, formerly of White Cliffs, suggested the
name Coober Pedy, which meant white man in a hole.
Also at that meeting, JJ Fitzgerald, age 23, was nominated
to be the new post master. He was officially appointed
on the 18th September 1920.
As post master, Fitzgerald alerted AW White to a potential
problem brought about by the women on the field. “As
you are no doubt aware we now have four ladies on the
field with their husbands. Two of these I understand intend
to start a store and it is their intention to get their goods
up per post in 11lb. parcels. I am writing you early on
this matter. We have no consignment for them yet, but the
stuff is on order, and I anticipate trouble later on in this
respect. Can we prevent this?”
The problem was that the store goods would overload
the mail contractors car but White could find no regulation
to prevent the use of parcel post to stock the stores.
In 1921 Burnett and Nortons mail contract expired. Sam
Irvine, an opposition driver, undercut their offer so they
decided to leave, selling the post office, bank agency and
store to Ted Alp who became the new post master. These
are the postmasters who served in the underground post
office:
• •
1920 J.J. Fitzgerald
The much-sought after Coober Pedy post mark
late 1930s
During its existence from 1920 to 1947, Coober Pedys
post office was known as the worlds only underground
post office. Coober Pedy became famous through
philatelic publications and among stamp collectors as post
masters Alf North (1936) and Bill Oliver (1940) received
requests to send cards and letters with the Coober Pedy
post mark all around the world.
The track that became Post Office Hill Road was described
by Betty Churchill Smith in the 1940s: “The journey to
the post office from Bolshevik Gully is along a narrow
path winding in and out of the red and white sandstone
diggings of earlier days. One false step and you would
After the post office moved, Vin Wake bought the old
post office dugout and he and his partners lived in it. In
1960 or 61, Bill McDougall bought the dugout for £20.
In 1963 he bought a box of old post office papers from
Teds brother, Arthur Alp, when Arthur sold his dugout on
Alp Street. It is thanks to Bills purchase that the Historical
Society has the fascinating and unique collection of postal
records, letters, and official documents known as the
McDougall Collection.
Now Post Office Hill Road has been routed to the other
side of the hill. Gough Street runs in front of the old
underground post office.
Information from:
Wilful Murder in the Outback by Arch Burnett
Coober Pedys Place in the Sun by Betty
Churchill Smith
Letters dated 3/6/20 and 5/6/21 by AW White,
Inspector
Bert Wilson (dates) 15/11/14
• 1921 E.W. Alp
• 1925 Ben Mohr
• 1936 Mrs Rogers (3 months)
• 1936 A.P. North
• 1940 Bill Oliver
• 1946/47 Jack Loudon Young
In 1946 or 47 the Wilsons moved the Post Office to a
corrugated iron shed on the hill next to their store.
George Burford and driver,
mail vehicle 1920s
Page 4
ROAD SAFETY
MESSAGE FROM
OUR YOUTH
$644 million allocated
for local councils
COUNCILS across Australia are currently
receiving the latest instalment of the Australian
Government’s Roads to Recovery and Financial
Assistance Grants funding.
“It means councils can now get on with their
chosen projects to build and upgrade their local
road and street networks.
Coober Pedy will receive General Purpose
$821.817; Roads $45,033; Special Road Works 0;
Total $866,850 for 2014/15
“The Government has provided certainty for
Roads to Recovery, as the new legislations
abolishes the sunset clause that saw Labor
unnecessarily hold up funding for five months.”
In a double helping of good news for council
balance sheets, the second quarterly payment of
$575 million under the Financial Assistance Grant
programme will be paid today.
“Importantly, the Australian Government’s
funding comes with no strings attached – meaning
councils are free to spend the money on local
priorities,” Mr Truss said.
The damages to infrastructure from
April's flooding in Coober Pedy was
estimated at around $2 million
Locals enquiring about the origin of the red car parked on the
hill driving south on the Stuart Highway, with road safety
messages painted over it, may like to know that the project
was the initiate of Sophie Reynolds Youth Group.
Information received from Luke Kenny who said the car and
safety messages have been there for some months.
Photograph taken by Sue Britt
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for
Infrastructure and Regional Development Warren
Truss said the 183 local government authorities
that have so far submitted their returns for Roads
to Recovery have now received their initial $69
million of funding.
“In September I wrote to each local government
authority to advise of their allocation for the 201415 to 2018-19 period, which included a doubled
allocation for the 2015-16 financial year,” Mr
Truss said.
“Financial Assistance Grants allow councils to
prioritise funding according to local needs, with
the untied grant funding being used to deliver a
range of benefits to communities across Australia,
such as infrastructure, health, recreation,
environment and employment projects.
“The Australian Government’s priority is to deliver
the infrastructure needed for a more prosperous
future and that starts from at the local level.
“The Roads to Recovery programme and
Financial Assistance Grants are key ways we are
helping local councils to support their local
communities.”
Local Government election
results to be analysed
The Local Government Association has
commissioned two in-depth surveys as part
of the analysis of the 2014 Local
Government Elections.
LGA President, Mayor David O'Loughlin said
while voter turnout exceeded the number who
voted in 2010 the LGA sought voter and candidate
views after each election.
"We will be conducting comprehensive survey
and review work as part of our analysis of the
results," Mayor O'Loughlin said.
"The Minister for Local Government has flagged
a review of the Local Government Act and the
Premier has indicated his interest in assisting to
raise voter participation with the possibility of
concurrent State and Local government elections.
"All possibilities will be canvassed and we will
conduct a comprehensive public survey, similar
to those in 2006 and 2010, to gauge the feelings
of our communities, including why they chose
to vote or not to vote.
"We will also survey all candidates in the 2014
election contest. Emeritus Professor Dean
Jaensch will be working with the LGA to analyse
the results of the two surveys.
"In addition we will seek the views of Council
staff and the policy views of newly elected
Councils."
Mayor O'Loughlin said the Electoral Commission
of SA would also be conducting a comprehensive
review of the elections.
"Between the LGA surveys and the ECSA review
I am sure that we will get a very good picture of
response to Local Government Elections from
all perspectives," he said.
He said that the LGA, ECSA and the Office of
Local Government would share responses to
maximise information available for reviewing the
legislation.
"The 31% interim voter
return in 2014 is
marginally
below
returns in the past two
Local Government
elections but can be put
into
perspective when we
look at the United
States mid-term polls
for
its
national
Congress
which
recorded a voter
turnout of only 36.6%.
Further information
can be found at http://
www.lga.sa.gov.au/
councilelections or
h t t p : / /
www.ecsa.sa.gov.au/
elections/councilelections
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Altona Energy signs
Arckaringa Joint Venture
Altona (AIM: ANR) announced 14 November 2014 that
Altona, Sino-Aus Energy Group Limited ("Sino-Aus") and
Wintask Group Limited ("Wintask") (together the "JV
Partners") have signed an agreement in respect of the
terms of the Arckaringa project joint venture ("Joint
Venture Agreement" or "the JV") on 13 November, 2014,
and have incorporatedan Australian joint venture entity,
Arckaringa Coal Chemical Joint Venture Co Pty Ltd, with
the quantum of the contributions to be made in stage
payments by Wintask and Sino-Aus totalling AUD$33
million. The Company posted its final results for the year
ended 30 June 2014 at 7.01am on their website 14 Nov.
Highlights: •Investment into the Arckaringa project by
Wintask and Sino-Aus of AUD$33 million
•Initial drilling programme and Bankable
Feasibility Study ("BFS") targeted to be completed within
two years
•Wintask and Sino-Aus will provide Altona
with working capital of £2 million, subject to certain
conditions, through a subscription of Altona ordinary
shares of 0.1p each ("Shares")
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Operational ownership of the project will be shared among
the JV Partners, with the first step of the BFS being the
planned drilling programme; the results of which will
inform the JV Partners of the scope of work needed to
complete the BFS. The JV Partners have agreed to
endeavour to complete the BFS within two years of the
Effective Date.
If the cost of the BFS exceeds the total of the Sino-Aus
Contribution and the Wintask Contribution, then each of
the three JV Partners will be obliged to contribute to the
overrun amount in accordance with its shareholding
interests.
Arckaringa Coal Chemical Joint Venture Co Pty Ltd will
have a board consisting of two voting members from
Altona, two voting members from Sino-Aus and one voting
member from Wintask. Sino-Aus has the right to appoint
the chairman of the board. For the avoidance of doubt,
Qinfu Zhang, being both a Director of Altona and a
representative of Wintask, will not be eligible to be
appointed to the JV board as one of the two representatives
of Altona.
Students from Ernabella on the APY Lands with
Senior Constable Wendy Powell
•The product focus of the Arckaringa project
will be Coal-to-Methanol, coal chemical and synthetic
gas production due to market demand and reliance of
proven technology
The board believes that the South Australia government is
currently highly committed to resources projects in their
region, and hasbeen a long-time supporterof the Arckaringa
project, especially following the return of the Exploration
Licences back to Altona on 18 March 2014.
Police went to the Ernabella (Pukatja) Anangu
School in the Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara
Lands attend the launch of a cyber safety
program last week.
Michael Zheng, Altona Energy's Executive Chairman, said,
"We are delighted to have reached this milestone agreement
with Sino-Aus and Wintask, which are both fully
committed to the project. The new JV entity has been
created to complete the BFS at Arckaringa, and ultimately
to bring this world-class project to fruition. I would like
to thank our shareholders for their patience and loyalty
and we offer our promise that our entire focus will be on
driving forward the drilling programme and BFS and
further development of Arckaringa project, which will
lay a solid foundation for future production."
To maximise the future profit of the asset, meet perceived
market demand and use readily available and proven
technology, the JV partners have agreed that the focus of
the BFS will now be on Coal-to-Methanol, coal chemical
and synthetic gas production. The Company is currently
reviewing its technical and operational capabilities, in light
of its responsibilities to the JV, and a further update will
be made in due course. Since the sad passing of Peter
Fagiano in May of this year, the board has been seeking
to appoint a senior project manager / technical director to
act as on-the-ground liaison with the JV partners.
With the recent and growing availability of access to the
internet and mobile phones in the community - which is
in the far northwest corner of SA - there has also been an
reported increase in bullying and threats on Facebook and
via mobile phone.
The ownership of the JV will be split accordingly: Altona
45%, Sino-Aus 45%, Wintask 10%. The transfer of
Exploration Licences 4511, 4512, 4513 ("Arckaringa
Licences") to the JV will occur when all conditions
precedent have been met (the "Effective Date").
Sino-Aus is formed from two Chinese investors, who
have come together for the purposes of investing in, and
the development of, the Arckaringa Project. Through their
direct ownership of a number of subsidiaries, namely;
Shanghai Qianqi Petrochemical Engineering Limited,
Shanxi Huaxiang Technology Energy Limited, and Shanxi
Xuanyuan Investment Group, they bring a wealth of
experience in the areas of power, coal, chemicals and real
estate.
The conditions precedent to the Joint Venture Agreement
are as follows:
• the approval of the joint venture by Australia's Foreign
Investment Review Board (FIRB);
• ministerial consent pursuant to the Mining Act for the
transfer of the Arckaringa Licences to the joint venture
company; and
• the approval by shareholders for the issue of the new
Shares at a price of 1p each ("Placing Shares") at a
specially convened General Meeting immediately following
the AGM.
Wintask specialises in Clean Energy research, development
and equipment production with a strong scientific research
team.
Community members have also been subject to online
scams seeking their banking and personal details.
The school has been proactive in exposing the wider
community to Facebook, using a laptop outside the
community store for guided use by the community and
supported by a talking poster with safety online messages.
On November 6 local police and other service providers
attended the school and using a local radio station promoted
safe and positive use of the internet.
Underpinned by the slogan 'Respect your culture online Get Ninti.Net – Be net smart', the launch was well received
by the children in the community.
With Senior Constable Wendy Powell providing a safety
message in Pitjantjara over the radio and further
community discussions focusing on online safety, the event
was a great catalyst for further crime prevention work.
Sino-Aus commented: "We are excited to have the
opportunity to participate in the Arckaringa project and
are pleased to be making this investment at this time. As
future shareholders in the project, along with Altona, we
are looking forward to the forthcoming drilling programme
as a key milestone in the development of the BFS."
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Serves 6
Ingredients
1 table spoon of wholemeal flour
1 cup of skim milk powder
1 ½ cups of water
425g of tin tuna in spring water
1 cup of grated low fat cheese
1 large egg
Oil for greasing
1 teaspoon pepper
Method
1.Spray with canola or grease pie dish, you can also use a non-stick pan.
2.Mix skim milk powder, wholemeal flour and pepper to make a dry mix.
3.Drain the tuna and combine the cheese and place in a pie dish.
4.Add the dry mix to the water and beat in the egg.
5.Pour over the tuna and cheese
6.Place in oven at 200oc for half an hour or until golden brown
Helpful hints:
- This dish goes well with a simple salad or steamed vegetables, can also freeze leftovers or make a large batch to
save shopping costs
- Control portion sizes by using smaller plates, if still not satisfied try going for more leafy green vegetables or
rounding off with some fruit
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Senior Constable Powell preparing to talking on
radio;
Call '131 444' for 'nonurgent' police assistance
to ask a question or advice
to report a missing person or lost property
to make a complaint
to make general police related enquires
to report a crime which does not require a statement
(e.g. house breaks, illegal use, property damage, theft)
LGA TO PROBE IMPACT OF EMERGENCY
SERVICES LEVY INCREASES
The Local Government Association is surveying all South “We’ve just signed an agreement with the CFS about coAustralian Councils to try to identify the “double dip” impact operation and resource sharing.”
of increases in the Emergency Services Levy on Council
properties, which will in turn impact on communities.
Mayor O’Loughlin said the LGA would gather more
information from Councils before having discussions with
LGA President Mayor David O’Loughlin said data from Councils the Treasurer.
indicated increases from 23% to 269% and suggested the total
impact on the sector could be in the millions.
Impacts on Councils will be further compounded with the
State Government’s announcement that it will cease rates
concessions for eligible pensioners and concession card
“I am most concerned about the impact on community
holders from the end of June 2015.
organisations such as sporting clubs which pay the
Natural Resources
Management
Boards
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levy as part of their lease or use agreement
with Councils,” he said.
“Any remainder will challenge new Councils to implement “I have indicated that Councils will be facing horror budgets
service cuts, maintenance deferrals or rates increases to meet in 2015 and this just adds to the challenge for new Councils."
increased State bills.”
Please find following list of Councils and their ESL levy
“It is particularly frustrating when Councils still have an emergency increases.
services role but are not receiving any funding from the ESL.
Note we are still to receive responses from 13 Councils
Applications close on Friday 5 December 2014.
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Across South Australia eight regional
NRM boards established under the Natural
Resources Management Act 2004 have up
to nine community members, including a
Presiding Member, that are responsible for
taking an active role in natural resources
management, preparing and implementing
a natural resources management plan
for their region and connecting regional
communities to decision making on the
management of our natural resources.
For further information on board membership
or to obtain an application form please visit the
following website www.environment.sa.gov.au/
vacancies. Alternatively, you may contact
Mica Balela on telephone (08) 8463 6860 or
by email at mica.balela@sa.gov.au
"This will have an impact in excess of $34 million on some of
the most vulnerable members of our communities," he said.
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Coober Pedy Historical Society Awarded
Federal Community Heritage Grant
The Coober Pedy Historical Society Archives have
been nationally recognised again as a significant
historical, research and social collection with the
awarding of a $5,000 Community Heritage grant for
a preservation needs assessment.
Last year the Historical Society won a $5,000-grant for a
significance assessment. That assessment was done in
February 2014. The assessors, M. Reagan and J. Edwards
found a number of very important and rare objects,
photographs and documents with a strong historic value
that contribute to a detailed understanding of the identity
and heritage of the community in Coober Pedy over several
generations. For instance, the 50 objects in the Hutchison
collection are highly significant because they provide
evidence of the discovery in 1915 of the first opals gathered
by Will Hutchison who travelled with his father’s party of
gold prospectors. His letter to his mother, dated February
28th 1915, describing the discovery, has significant
heritage value.
Sue Britt, who wrote the successful grant application, said,
“We need to rehouse our collection to improve access and
preservation. In the longer term the Historical Society
will need a new location for its archives but in the meantime
we aim to preserve what we’ve got in optimum conditions.”
Director-General of the National Library of Australia, Ms
Anne-Marie Schwirtlich warns communities “that if we
don’t preserve our history now, it could be lost forever.” This original school photo of Will Hutchison with the Senior Rowing Crew, taken in 1918, is part of the
CPHS Hutchison collection.
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The family of acclaimed sculpture the
late Norm Aston who lived, mined and
created a legacy in Coober Pedy from
1986 – 1994 travelled to Coober Pedy
from New Zealand this week to
commemorate 20 years since Norm
passed away after a battle with cancer.
Norm Aston’s 20 year memorial
brings family from New Zealand
Family members - wife Val, son Zane, daughter Cushla
and friend Louis arrived on Monday after driving from
Adelaide and were looking forward to showing Val all of
Norm’s legendary sculptures and meeting many of the
friends that he made during his precious time here.
The sculptured figures in the soft sandstone walls of the
Serbian Orthodox Church walls were carved by Norm
Aston. The road that leads to the Serbian Church has
been named Aston Road.
More carvings were created by Norm at the Old Timers
Mine and other locations in the town. The family is hoping
to collect photographs of Norm’s sculptures on this trip.
Norm returned to New Zealand and it was there that he
passed away. A year after his passing the family travelled
from New Zealand to Coober Pedy to scatter Norm’s
ashes at the Breakaways. On Wednesday morning 19th
November, which was the anniversary of Norm’s passing
they and held hold a small sunrise service at the Breakaways
with friends
Pictured right are Zane, Bev and Cushla
Aston, local friend Andrew Brockhoff and
family friend of the Astons, Louis Baker
upon their arrival in Coober Pedy
Wattled bat rescue for Mud Hut’s Stacey
Stacey Cox and her husband Jarrod didn’t know
they would end up foster a local bat when they
came to Coober Pedy this year to manage the Mud
Hut Hotel for Kath and Dave.
Whether or not Stacey and Jarrod become long term
Coober Pedians remains to be seen. “Coober Pedy really
is a unique place”, said Stacey
Well done Stacey and Jarrod!
A week ago on Friday Jarrod was closing up and he saw
something on the ground in the driveway. He thought it was
a frog and then at a closer look discovered it was a bat in
trouble.
Stacey, (aka Batwoman) launched into action and put the
little fella they have nick-named Frankie, into a tub and in a
warm place with water and a teatowel to hide under.
With assistance from SA Fauna Stacey has discovered that
Frankie is Gould’s Wattled Bat that is the largest species of
bats in Australia. They live on insects and moths including
crickets and meal worms. SA Fauna advised Stacey of
handling procudures for bats and recommend a clean dustpan
and soft brush is good for such occasions.
Stacey was able to secure some crickets locally and keep
Frankie well fed and comfortable. By Wednesday Frankie
was still not able to fly but was much stronger from feasting
on crickets. He was able to travel to Adelaide and stay with
Frankie in Stacey’s suede gardening glove
a registered bat carer and hopefully he/she will be returned
some time soon and released locally.
Stacey and Jarrod have been living in Scotland up until
2012, and of course Coober Pedy is the other end of the
climate spectrum, but they say the locals are friendly and
they are enjoying their time here.
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Coober Pedy resident Nick Dimitropoulos recently reaped
the rewards of this years rains when every cactus in his
garden bloomed on the same day, making a spectacular
bright red floral display for a few hours on Friday 7
November.
Nick Dimitropoulos’
back yard’ sanctuary
Many locals have a small or large patch of this ‘one day’
cactus that has found it’s way into our gardens due it’s
ability to live through desert conditions with very little
water needs.. The correct name however is the ‘Red Torch
Cactus’ Echinopsis huascha and is a native of Argentina.
Long term Opal Miner Nick, first arrived in Coober Pedy
from Greece after Christmas in 1973. “I came to Coober
Pedy because of my cousin Jack Gountounis, and also
my brother Con and Uncle Nick Pikoulas. I wanted to see
what opal mining was all about,” he said.
“When I saw the drills, dozers and trucks, I knew I could
operate them and decided to stay because I would always
have a job.”
Nick first worked on the 15 mile, 14 mile and 16 mile. He
is still mining out on the Zorba Extension.
Nick’s home could be described as a peaceful opal miners
cottage overlooking the Oolgelima Creek that winds
through Coober Pedy and drains away the runoff water
from our town during our wet seasons.
After a day’s work on the field Nick likes to relax at home
and tend to his garden and his birds. There is no shortage
of birds with the creek nearby, but Nick says that local
cats have killed off the little orange chats that used to
come to his place, and they have destroyed finches nests
with babies trying to raise chicks. “The small birds need
to feel safe”, he said.
Kangaroos (and rabbits) sometimes find their way into
town looking for water Nick told us. “I don’t know why
a town as old as Coober Pedy has never seen fit to build
dams outside of the town that would help some of the
wildlife out there in the desert”, he said.
A singing honeyeater lands in Nick’s
Bougainvillea and scours the leaves for spiders
Nick Dimitropoulos with his one day bloomers the Red Torch Cactus when it put out a full display
a few weeks ago
Nick loves his town and the opal fields. He said, “Many
of us who came from Greece and elsewhere grew up in
small countries and small towns. This is the main reason
that we have all settled so well in Coober Pedy.”
Nick doesn’t know what will happen if the dynamics of
the town change. “We probably won’t want to live here.
But where will we go?” In the meantime Nick appreciates
every day, and particularly his garden that attracts the
native Australian birds.
Zebra finches protesting at the pigeons
monopolising the waterin Nick’s yard as the
temperature reaches 39C
A couple of galahs land in the yard eyeing off the
seeds on the nearby acacia trees
IN AN EMERGENCY, YOUR MOBILE
PHONE MAY BE SENT A WARNING
BASED ON YOUR LOCATION.
If you are travelling, staying or living within an area affected by an emergency, your mobile phone may
be sent an emergency warning message. This enhanced Emergency Alert service is available across all
phone networks, in addition to the existing service which sends warnings to landlines and mobile phones
based on your telephone’s service address.
Do not rely on receiving a warning message on your phone. You still need to prepare for an emergency
and you shouldn’t wait to receive a warning before you act. For details visit www.emergencyalert.gov.au
The Triple Zero (000) service should only be used to contact Police, Fire or Ambulance in life threatening or emergency situations.
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Free Trade
Agreement with
China huge
boost to
Australian
business
The signing of a multibillion dollar Free Trade
Agreement this week by Tony Abbott and Chinese
President Xi Jinping will be a huge boost to
Australia’s export industries.
Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey said reducing
the tariffs on Australian exports after a decade of
negotiations between the two countries will increase
opportunities for Australian business.
Germinate native seeds in biodegradable egg cartons
Local home gardeners, currently collecting native
seeds from their friends and neighbours may find
useful this inexpensive way of germinating seeds
for their next season’s “native bird gardens”.
With biodegradeable egg carton cups, young native plants
can be germinated indoors and their root system
strengthened before facing the elements next year.
Obviously it is always best to transfer young plants
‘after’ the last frost in early spring, however seedlings
establish a strong root system in pots in a sheltered area
until next spring.
Simple method for egg carton seed germination
1. Cut the top off an empty cardboard egg carton, leaving
only the bottom section with ‘egg cups’.
2. Make about 3 holes using a small nail, pencil or similar
in the bottom of each egg cup to help water drain
properly.
3. Place the egg carton on a tray or dish with sides, to
help catch any soil that falls out and to catch drainage.
4. Three quarters fill each egg cup with a standard
commercial "potting mixture". (A potting mixture
containing fertiliser will sustain the plants for up to
four weeks. Avoid regular garden soil, which is too
heavy and will become compacted, preventing free
circulation of air and water through the soil)
5. Press one seed into the soil of each egg cup. (Most
seeds are buried at about twice the depth of the seed's
thickness.)
Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey
congratulating Minister for Trade and Investment
Andrew Robb.
“I’m particularly pleased because there is a wide range of
industries in Grey and in South Australia which stand to
benefit greatly. Seafood, wool, beef, barley, live cattle and
tourism industries will be boosted with the FTA with the
phase-down on tariffs on exports being reduced over a
number of years,” he said. “There may not be much dairy
in Grey, but the write down on tariffs will provide great
opportunities in many areas in the state as it has in New
Zealand.
“For the resources sector, the new deal delivers zero tariffs
on gold, copper and uranium, the very products we mine
at Roxby Downs. Iron ore is guaranteed to stay at zero
providing encouragement for our new potential iron
regions.
“The aquaculture and seafood sector is very keen to grow
existing markets in Southern Rock Lobster and abalone
and it will provide a new raft of opportunity to the Southern
Bluefin Tuna industry, currently facing a 10-15% tariff.
6. Place the egg cartons in a warm area. Although
warmth is critical for germination, sunlight isn't a
requirement at this time. (Most seeds germinate in
temperatures between 15C and 25C. For light, place
near a window with a south or southwest exposure
if possible. If you can't provide adequate light, place
the seedlings under a cool white fluorescent bulb,
with 6 inches between the bulb and the top of the
seedlings.)
7. Spray water mist onto the surface of the potting mix
several times daily, or as necessary to keep the potting
mix moist (not soggy) until the seedlings emerge.
8. Each biodegradable egg cup can then be cut into
separate cells and buried in the ground or in a pot at
planting time to avoid disturbing the tiny plant's roots.
9. Feed the plants once every week if the seedlings are
pale green or yellowish green. (Use a weak solution
of a balanced, general-purpose liquid fertilizer with
a ratio such as 14-14-14 or 20-20-20. Mix the
solution at 1 tablespoon of fertilizer in 1 gallon of
water.)
Hard and soft seeds
Some ‘hard seeds’ that can be treated with boiling water
are Acacia, Bossiaea, Brachysema, Burtonia, Cassia,
Chorizema, Clianthus, Darwinia, Davesi, Dillwynia,
Gompholobium, Goodia, Gossypium, Hardenbergia,
Hibiscus, Hovea, Indigofera, Jacksonia, Kennedia,
Mirbelia, Oxylobium, Pavonia, Platylobium, Pultanea,
Swainsonia, Templetonia, Viminaria, Anigozanthos
(bicolour, rufa and pulcherrima).
The following ‘hard seeds’ that need abrasive treatment
before sowing are Conospermum, Darwinia, Eremophila,
Isopogon, Micromyrtus, Myoporum, Petrophile,
Pileanthus and Thryptomene. With the exception of
Eremophila which should have the fleshy or bulbous outer
layer removed and the woody case rubbed between two
sheets of coarse sand paper.
‘Soft seeds’ that need no heat or abrasive treament
include Eucalypts, Callistemon (bottle brush), Actinotus,
Anigozanthos (manglesii, flavida, humilis, viridis),
Baeckea, Beaufortia, Brown Boronia, Calothamnus,
Christmas Bush, Conostylis, Everlastings, Epacris,
Eucalyptus, Hypocalmna, Isotoma, Kunzea,
Leptospermum, Lobelia, Melaleuca, Melastoma, Regelia,
Sprengelia, Stylidium, Wahlenbergia, Woolsia and many
others.
Hard seeds such as Acacia must be treated before
sowing, so that germination is not left to chance. For
the seed to germinate water must be able to enter the
seed.
Firstly put the hard Acacia seeds into a mug, boil
the jug and pour water over the seeds, cover and
soak for 24 hours. Press the swollen seeds into the
soil in the germinating tray; cover with plastic to
create a miniature glasshouse.
After the seeds have sprouted remove the plastic and
resume watering the seedlings regularly but lightly.
Acacias for example develop long tap roots very quickly
and should be transplanted from the seed bed very early
to avoid damage to the roots. Fertilisers should be used
carefully. Some acacias are very sensitive to high levels
of phosphorous in the soil.
The acacia can be beneficial as garden plant. Because
of their fast growth rate and tolerance of full sun, they
can provide protection and shelter for other young plants
and birds are attracted to them for the insects they attract
and for protection. Acacias also aid the growth of other
plants by contributing to the nitrogen content of the soil.
Many plants have specific care requirements and
information about each plant can generally be found on
the internet.
“Australian businesses will have unprecedented access to
the world’s second largest economy. It greatly enhances
our competitive position in key areas such as agriculture,
resources and energy, manufacturing exports, services
and investment.
“More than 85 per cent of Australian goods exports will
be tariff free rising to 93 per cent in four years. Some of
these goods are currently subject to tariffs of up to 40
per cent.
“On full implementation of the FTA, 95 per cent of
Australian goods exports to China will be tariff free.
“China is Australia's number one trading partner, and the
two-way flow of goods and services exceed $150 billion
last year.
“This is a huge jump in trade between the two countries
compared to just a decade ago and the signing of this
FTAassures the future competitiveness of our exports.”
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CPAS NEWS
Abor
iginal Education W
angk
a (t
alk)
boriginal
Wangk
angka
(talk)
DEADLY Centre Recount Book
The Deadly Centre class wrote a recount on our trip to
the Breakaways, which has now been printed into a book.
In week 2 this term the book was officially presented to
all of the students who attended the trip and everyone
who helped in making our day out so special.
Luke Kenny
Principal
The book will now be used as a learning resource in the
school to encourage students to understand the cultural
significance of the Breakaways and inspire students to
read in English and Yankunytjatjara.
From the Principal’s Desk…
A very special thanks to Dave Laslett for his help in getting this beautiful book printed and to Marion Baker for
translating the book into Yankunytjatjara.
Sarah Turner (DEADLY Centre Teacher)
Carols By
Candlelight
Ms Johansen’s Year 2/3 class
Back on the stage again
this year at Oz Minerals
Oval on Wednesday 26th
Nov at 8pm.
SAASTA Shield Camp is currently in Adelaide and
we look forward to hearing all about their adventure
when they return.
Thank you to the parents that put in letters for class
requests next year.
Every effort will be made to accommodate these,
however, please be aware that this does not
guarantee that your child will be allocated as
requested.
There are many different considerations we need
to take into account for each child, these include
social and emotional needs, friendships, academics,
behaviours and other individual learning needs. For
example, you may put in a request for your child to
be with a friend but another parent may request
against this. Therefore as a school we spend a
considerable amount of time to ensure the best
possible placement for each child. Classes will be
announced at the end of the year so that you can
prepare your child for their new teacher.
Every participant will
get a small gift of
thanks on the night. Any
questions about Posters
ask Tracey 86725038
Year 8—10 Reward Camp
Year 8—10 students have been working hard all year to
meet weekly attendance, behaviour, achievement and effort
goals. Last week 22 students travelled to Adelaide for their
Reward Camp.
“I loved spending time at the beach and playing in the
waves. We definitely don’t get to do that in Coober Pedy!”
- Tyson, Year 8.
If you have been on site lately, you will have noticed
a lot of building construction being undertaken on
our Senior rooms. Our Home Economics building is
also undertaking major construction in preparation
for our Trade Training Centre. Our new Preschool
building is also still in the planning stages and should
be in full swing next year.
We wish all our year 12 students the very best as
they finish up their studies and exams. May you all
have bright futures ahead of you!
Students enjoyed activities including go karting, laser
skirmish, rock climbing and bowling. For some of the
students, it was the first time they had participated in these
activities. It was fantastic to see everyone encouraging
each other and trying their best.
On our final day in Adelaide, we spent the day at Marion
enjoying some shopping and a trip to the movies. A big
thank you to Dean Aulich for all your help during camp.
The Reward Camp was a great success with the
students excited to share their stories and
experiences. Thank you to our counsellors Mrs Geri
Prizzi and Mr Daniel Botten for organising this camp
and well done to all the students that worked hard
all year to meet the requirements for Reward Camp.
The year 6/7s have also recently returned from their
camp to Errappa. Thank you to Mrs Griffiths for her
organisation and also to Mr Andy Wooden for his
assistance.
Unfortunately we are not
having the usual Poster
Competition this year
BUT we are looking for
Kids to decorate the
posters for advertising
the event, Lots of colour
and flare. You can find
the posters to decorate
at the Library. Pop your
name and age on the
back and deliver back to
the Library by Friday of
next week...14th
November.
On Wednesday evening we enjoyed a very special
celebration at the Stamford Grand where we were able to
enjoy some delicious food and watch the sunset at Glenelg
beach. During our time at Adelaide Shores, students
enjoyed spending time at the beach, riding the go karts,
playing on the jumping pillow, and swimming in the pool.
Mr Kenny has been busy this week in Port Augusta
for a Principal’s conference and I have been
Acting Principal in his absence. It has been a very
busy term so far with lots of exciting classroom
activities and camps.
Mrs Adele Kenny
Early Years Senior Leader (Acting Principal)
Year 8—10 students in Adelaide for their Reward Camp.
“I have never tried oysters before. At our celebration
dinner, I tried them and didn’t like them but at least I can
say that I’ve tried oysters!” Olivia, Year 8.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Oz Minerals, Remote School Attendance Strategy and
Mike Maylin Constructions.
Upcoming Dates to
Remember...
Friday 21st Nov—Year 12 Graduation
Wednesday 26th Nov—Carols by Candlelight
Thursday 27th Nov— Year 7 Graduation
Tuesday 2nd Dec—Presentation Day
Daniel Botten & Geri Prizzi— School Counsellors
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CLASSIFIEDS ADVERTISING
See page 2 for Rates, Deadlines & Publishing Dates
MACHINERY FOR SALE
POSITION VACANT
PUBLIC NOTICE - AGM
TUNNELLING MACHINE & Trailer
Blower with new 150 HP Detroit
Generator, with 63KVA near new.
All mounted on seperate trucks
Everything included - POA
Ring Bert Wilson 86725 418
COOBER PEDY MINERS
ASSOCIATION INC. (CMPA)
ANNUAL GENERAL
MEETING
2PM, 23RD NOVEMBER 2014
Aboriginal Health
Worker
Far North Health Services
Oodnadatta
Job Ref: 550223
ITALIAN CLUB
ALL CPMA MEMBERS
WELCOME
FOR SALE - DRILL
POSITION VACANT
Investigator Drill - Serial No. 123
Good condition, situated at Lambina
Opal Fields
$65,000 ONO; PH 0886 705181
The CPFC is in need of
SENIOR COACH needed
(with salary)
Juniors coaches needed for the
following teams
SAINTS, EAGLES, DETONATORS &
COMETS
FOR SALE
Tunneling Machine for sale
(Late Piet Lamont) build by John Vidau.
Currently on 'the Comet' field in Koroit
(Cunnamulla QLD). Not much work done
since leaving Coober Pedy $75 000
Blower for sale
Truck mounted with 35 KVA generator.
$50 000
John Deere for sale
front end loader and backhoe $12 000
Mining Lease for sale
'Tongues of Fire' on 'the Comet' field
(Koroit near Cunnamulla) 40 acres.
Small area worked underground
good colour traces. Great camp setup.
Mining and shed equipment, lights
5.5 KVA generator, bricksaw etc.
Walk in Walk out! $130 000
Barbara Lamont & Edi Heide
Phone shop: 07 54429598
Mobile (Edi) 0413809625
info@opalcutter.com.au
All applications to be in by no later
than Mid-February
No application will be refused
Please email a written express of
interest to
bbuller@uths.com.au
or via post PO Box 336
Coober Pedy SA 5723
I can influence positive changes towards
the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal
people in South Australia. My cultural
knowledge and life experience will help
to break down barriers and improve an
understanding of the challenges facing
Aboriginal people. At SA Health, my
career is varied and diverse, enabling
me to do truly meaningful and interesting
work.
www.health.sa.gov.au/careers
1300 882 992
POSITION VACANT
...make a positive
contribution to
Aboriginal Health
Manager,
Co-Management
& Public Lands
NATURAL RESOURCES ALINYTJARA
WILURARA
NATURAL RESOURCES CENTRE, CEDUNA
OR METROPOLITAN ADELAIDE
Term Contract until 30/06/2017
$89,572 – $97,230 p.a. (ASO7)
Vacancy No: C8058/2014
Blaze053047
POSITION VACANT
I can enjoy the freedom of working in
the community, meeting new people
and using my skills to find solutions to
complex problems. With my help, my
clients, their families and the community
can enjoy a better quality of health.
At SA Health, I can draw upon ongoing
education and team support to help my
clients better manage their health and
feel more empowered in life.
The Manager, Co-Management and Public
Lands is an integral part of the Region’s
Leadership Team and provides leadership
and support to Co-management Boards,
the AW NRM Board, Traditional Owners and
DEWNR staff in relation to the management
of lands and waters and Aboriginal
owned land in accordance with the NPWS
Act (1972), relevant Co-Management
Agreements, Marine Parks Act (2007) and
NRM Act (2004) in the Alinytjara Wilurara
NRM region. In partnership with other
branches of DEWNR, the role will also play a
key leadership, influencing and support role
in the development and successful delivery
of co-management park plans which align
the aspirations of recognised Traditional
Owners, the Director of National Parks
and Wildlife and the Alinytjara Wilurara
NRM Board.
Clinical Practice
Consultant
Oodnadatta Community
Health Service
Job Ref: 551296
www.health.sa.gov.au/careers
1300 882 992
The Manager, Co-Management and Public
Lands will take a leadership role in relation
to management of staff located at the
Ceduna Natural Resources Centre.
Essential Qualifications: A degree in Natural
Resource Management or a related field is
highly desirable.
...impact lives by
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Enquiries to: Dr Matthew Ward,
Regional Manager, phone 0428 116 023,
matthew.ward@sa.gov.au
For more information visit the Notice of
Vacancies website:
www.vacancies.sa.gov.au
Applications Close: 5pm 21 November 2014
Dugout with Excellent Views
Lot No. 1289, Tupper Close, Coober Pedy
Assessed Value $65K
Will swap for Gem Opals, Shells
& Fossils
Asking $40,000 Negotiable.
Call Peter 0408-087019
Keep the Outback Beautiful
Persons from an Aboriginal or Torres
Strait Islander background are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Safety is a core value of the South
Australian Public Sector.
The South Australian Government is an
Equal opportunity employer.
DUGOUT FOR SALE
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4684502
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www.environment.sa.gov.au
POSITION VACANT
CEDUNA AUDITOR
1 ½ hours p/mnth, $$$ paid well.
Call Penny on (02) 9968 5377 or email
thejunction.recruitment@creativeactivation.com.au
to apply
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contributors accept full responsibility for the
contents of advertisements and other
submitted, signed material and agree to
indemnify the publishers against any claim or
proceedings out of the publication of such
advertisements or material.
Provision of material or copy for publication in
the Coober Pedy Regional Times
Newspaper constitutes acceptance by
advertisers, advertising agencies and other
contributors of this condition.
CLASSIFIEDS & NOTICES
POSITION VACANT
POSITION VACANT
PUBLIC NOTICE
Mining Act 1971
Notice is hereby given in accordance with
Section 28 (5) of the Mining Act 1971, that the
Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy
proposes to grant Exploration Licences over the
undermentioned areas.
Applicant:
Location:
Rum Jungle Resources Ltd
Lake Frome Area – approx.
130 km east of Leigh Creek
Two years
995
2014/00085
Term:
Area in km2:
Ref:
Applicant:
Location:
Rum Jungle Resources Ltd
Lake Frome North Area –
approx. 140 km ENE of
Leigh Creek
Pastoral Lease: Frome Downs
Term:
Two years
Area in km2:
774
Ref:
2014/00086
Applicant:
Location:
Trafford Resources Limited
Mount Christie Area – approx.
120 km northwest of Tarcoola
Pastoral Leases: Mulgathing, Mobella,
Commonwealth Hill
Term:
Two years
Area in km2:
204
Ref:
2014/00160
Applicant:
Location:
Marmota Energy Limited
Moolawatana Area – approx.
180 km northeast of Leigh Creek
Pastoral Leases: Moolawatana, Frome Downs
Term:
Two years
Area in km2:
116
Ref:
2014/00213
Plans and co-ordinates can be found on the
Department of State Development website:
http://www.minerals.statedevelopment.sa.gov.au/
public_notices or by phoning Mineral Tenements
on 08 8463 3103.
J Martin
Mining Registrar
4702703
www.statedevelopment.sa.gov.au
SA Snake bites hit record high
SA Ambulance Service responded to 15
snake bites during October, the highest
number in any month for the past three
years.
Chris Howie, an Operations Manager with
SA Ambulance Service, said November to
March was usually the most dangerous
period for snake bites and urged people to
be wary outdoors.
emergency call takers will tell you how to
perform life-saving first aid over the
phone.”
SA Ambulance Service also advised people
to treat all snake bites as potentially serious.
In the case of a snake bite, the patient
should be kept still and a firm bandage
should quickly be applied along the whole
bitten limb.
“Previously, the highest number of bites
for any month in the past three years was
11, which occurred in December last year,”
Chris said.
“Firm bandaging along the entire length of
the limb, including over the bite site, and
keeping the limb as still as possible delays
movement of the venom into the
bloodstream,” Chris said.
“With the warmer weather we’re seeing
an increase in snake activity, across both
metropolitan and country areas.
“If people don’t have a bandage available,
items of clothing can be used to apply
pressure over the bite site and limb.
“There were a total of 62 snake bites in
South Australia during 2013. We’ve already
seen 42 so far this year and summer is yet
to come.
“Use any cloth material that is capable of
applying a firm and even compressing force
over the bite area and limb.
“There are simple, lifesaving tips you can
follow if you or someone near you is bitten.
"Keep the patient, and especially any bitten
limb, as still as possible and call triple zero
(000) for expert emergency medical
assistance.
“Calling 000 for an ambulance is the single
most important thing you can do, as our
“It is important not to take the original
makeshift bandage off; just bandage over
the top of it as soon as a proper bandage is
available.”
“It is important not to wash venom off a
bitten area as it can be used to work out
which type of snake had bitten the person
and which treatment may be needed at
hospital.
Apply a firm bandage to
the bite site
Ensure the bandage
covers the entire
limb
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COOBER PEDY?
& Visiting Services
What’s On
MONDAYS
Karate -Golf Club
6 - 7pm General Class
7 - 8pm Teenagers and Adults only
LITTLE MUSICIANS
10.00am—10.45am
Coober Pedy Area School
Music Room
Caters for 3 to 5 year olds
COOBER PEDY
MULTICULTURAL FORUM
FRIDAYS
FREE SWIMMING for the Over
65s, next term.1:30 – 7:30pm.
Bring a friend free
Serbian Church Social
Club, Dinner 6pm (every
Friday)
Active Boys Group
COOBER PEDY
MULTICULTURAL FORUM.
Over 65s FREE TAI CHI
CLASSES. Sit or stand for these
gentle exercises. 1:15PM at
Community Health
3:15-5:00
ages 10 & up at the youth shed
TUESDAYS
COOBER PEDY
MULTICULTURAL FORUM
Over 65s FREE TAI CHI CLASSES.
Sit or stand for these gentle exercises.
1:15PM at Community Health
Youth Shed 3:15-6:00 ages 8
& up
ART & CRAFT PLAYGROUP
10.30am—11.30am Lion’s Hall
Caters for 2-4 year olds & caregivers
TJITJI TJUTA INKANYINI PUKULPA
12pm—2pm A Playgroup for 0-5 year
olds and caregivers. Home Makers,
Umoona Community, Lunch &
Activities.“Pick up available Ph: 8672
3066”
DISTRICT COUNCIL MEETINGS
3nd Tuesday each month at 7pm
CFS TRAINING 7pm
New Members Welcome
AMBULANCE TRAINING
7.30pm Umoona Road
every Tuesday except school holidays
CRICKET 5.30pm to 6.30 pm at
School Gym
WEDNESDAYS
COOBER PEDY
MULTICULTURAL FORUM
Over 65s FREE KARATE CLASS.
10AM at the Golf Club
Youth Shed 3:15-6:00 ages 8
& up
BABY BOUNCE RHYME &
TODDLER STORY TIME 10am
Library Catering for 0 to 5 y/o
Netball competition
6:00 and 7:00pm School Gym
THURSDAY
Active Girls Group
3:15-5:00 ages 8 & up
Late Night Fridays 6TINY TACKER PLAYGROUP
0 - 2 year olds 10am—12.30pm
Community Health Meeting
Room (behind Dr. Kami’s)
Sellers 8.30am
Buyers 9am
BBQ, Hot Dogs, Donuts, Stalls
SUNDAYS
Registration 12:00 noon
Tee off time 12:30
AA
7pm Underground Catholic
Church - Hutchison Street
Contact Geoff 0427646963
Catacomb Church Service
and Sunday School 9:30am
Sunday. Bus pickup available.
Ph 8672 5038
SOCCER Workshop 6pm
School Oval 10-16 year olds
CRICKET AT OVAL
Saturday 7.00 pm and
Sunday 9.30pm
Ph: Fernando 0437 739 447
GOLF: 6pm Twighlight Golf
SATURDAYS
Junior Golf Saturdays 9.00 11.00am.
Youth Shed 11-2 ages 8
& up
CP SHOOTERS CLUB
Rifle 10am -
Youth Shed 11-2 ages 8 +
Mine Rescue Training
(Alternate Saturdays)
LEGO CLUB 10am—12pm
5 year olds and up Lions Club.
Does not run on the Last
Saturday of the Month
CP SHOOTERS CLUB
9am and 11am Pistol
CFS TRAINING 10PM
Last Saturday each month
Redgum Vet and Pet Boarding
Roger Absalom BVMS
Redgum Vet & Pet Boarding
Port Augusta 08 86423308
ACCOUNTING 2014
Waters + Younger
2014 Visits to
Coober Pedy
Phone 8331 9477 Adelaide
Phone 8672 5979 Coober Pedy
Fax 8364 4676
Email: richard@watersyounger.com.au
PLAY TIME
Catering for 0 to 5 year olds
2.00pm—3.30pm
School Gymnasium
GREEK HALL
7pm Charcoal BBQ & Salad
Every Thursday night
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Sat 29 Nov
GREEK CLUB - Bingo 7.30 pm
CRICKET AT OVAL
Saturday 7.00 pm and
Sunday 9.30pm
Ph: Fernando 0437 739 447
-Golf Club
6 - 7pm General Class
7 - 8pm Teenagers and Adults
LAST T&T for
2014
Golf (CP Golf Course
CP Social Scrabble 7.30pm
United Club . All skill levels
welcome
VETERINARY
Trash & Treasure
CP SHOOTERS CLUB
Friday night shotgun 8pm till
dark (daylight savings time)
Karate
Outdoor Town Basketball Courts
COOBER PEDY
LIONS CLUB
10pm ages 12 & up
CUT ‘N PASTE - 2013 2.00pm
to 3.30pm at Youth Shed Ages
5-17 Please call Donna 0439
864 166 for more info. Every
2nd Saturday
YOUTH BASKETBALL 6pm - 8pm
in
The Opal Inn
Christmas
Party
is to be held on
Sunday 30
November at 12pm
Willing volunteers
to contact
Stacey Cox
ph 08 8672 3003
17 - 21 November Jack
8 - 12 December Jack
Income tax returns lodged electronically for
a prompt refund (within 14 days subject to
the Australian Taxation Office)
We also specialize in providing sound,
practical accounting & taxation advice to
individuals, families, businesses & SMSF’s
Other services provided –
•preparation & lodgment of business activity
statements (BAS)
• registration for ABN’s, GST and Tax File
Numbers
• stablishing
new
companies,
superannuation funds (SMSF) and trusts
• superannuation advice
• tax planning
• preparation of budgets
• general business advice
• auditing
• Capital gains tax information, advice &
record-keeping
Carols By
Candlelight
Oz Minerals Oval on Wednesday
the 26th of November at 8 pm
The Coober Pedy Area School
will be selling glow products.
SCHOOL TERM HOLIDAYS
2014 Term 4 concludes 12 Dec
School Terms 2014 -15
2015
50th Gymkhana
William Creek
Sat 28 March 2015
Term 1: 27 Jan - 10 Apr
Term 2: 27 Apr - 3 Jul
Term 3: 20 Jul - 25 Sep
Term 4: 12 Oct - 11 Dec
THE SILLY SEASON IS
UPON US
Charlie Paris
My Mum always says a good indication of how
close Christmas is relates to the Adelaide
Christmas Pageant. Once the Pageant is over
and Santa is residing at the Magic Cave,
you can just about count the sleeps ‘til
Christmas. Much to her surprise and then shock,
the Pageant was on last week.
I was bragging in the last paper that Spring was so short
that my Mum didn’t have time to make her world famous
extra long spring cleaning list. I am saddened to say if
you don’t clean in spring, there is the more intense
Christmas cleaning list.
I have just left EmDee in the bathroom sorting soap into
size and colour. I told her not to eat too many of them no
matter how good they smell. My list of jobs is so long it
will be 2015 before I finish. I’ll be too tired to look for
my Christmas presents at this rate.
Don’t get me wrong, Christmas will come fast enough
without me wishing the time away. There is plenty to do
before we start stuffing turkeys and basting hams.
I need to finish the correspondence course I am doing in
Public Barking. This course so intense that the only time
I have to practise is late at night. There must be other
dogs in my neighbourhood that are doing the same course.
When I practise, half the dogs in town join in. It’s nice
too have that support and encouragement. My little mate
EmDee is a great inspiration, she tries to bark louder then
me.
The other way you can tell Christmas is coming is the
amount of Xmas sales that come through the computer
each day. I am surprised how cheaply you can cover
your home with blinking lights. I want to order them all.
My Mum always has a theme for Christmas, this year it
is Reindeer decorations. She has been making them for
weeks. She purchased a few as well. She said after the
first purchase of an overpriced reindeer the rest was easy.
She just let her credit card loose in reindeer world and
now she is sitting back and waiting for them to all arrive.
Every year at this time my family starts to think about the
people we have met this year from overseas. They have
a very different Christmas to us. Cold and snow is the
way they enjoy their festive season. Truly I just can’t
imagine a cold white Christmas. Snow fights, goodness
no. Open fires, well maybe. Dogs in jumpers so they
don’t freeze, is it this year’s fashion jumper or last year’s?
A fashion icon like myself needs to be so up with these
things. Bring on summer is all I can say.
Come along to meet Santa and his helpers at the Toy Run, 6th December
This year as part of our overseas Christmas message,
we will be sending an Ozzie Christmas song written by
Colin “Bucko” Buchanan. There is no other way to explain
Christmas in the bush.
To the tune of Jingle Bells.
Dashing through the bush,
in a rusty Holden Ute,
Kicking up the dust,
esky in the boot,
Kelpie by my side,
singing Christmas songs,
It's Summer time and I am in
my singlet, shorts and thongs
*
Oh! Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way,
Christmas in Australia
on a scorching summers day, Hey!
Jingle bells, jingle bells, Christmas time is beaut!,
Oh what fun it is to ride in a rusty Holden Ute.
*
Engine's getting hot;
we dodge the kangaroos,
The swaggie climbs aboard,
he is welcome too.
All the family's there,
sitting by the pool,
Christmas Day the Aussie way,
by the barbecue.
*
*
Come the afternoon,
Grandpa has a doze,
The kids and Uncle Bruce,
are swimming in their clothes.
The time comes 'round to go,
we take the family snap,
Pack the car and all shoot through,
before the washing up.
*
Charlie Paris’ chorus
Sitting on the roof, hiding from EmDee
Santa Paws is coming with gifts for you and me.
He is coming a bit early, for the Toy Run
On the 6th Dec in the afternoon sun
It will be a big parade of lots of trucks and cars.
Line up in the street, come just as you are.
*
Jingle bells, jingle bells, see you on the day!
I might have to explain a few words here for them, like
ute, swaggie, thongs and esky.
Woof, Jingle, Woof. Charlie Paris.
Charlie Paris, Dog Reporter
Red Dog busy at last year's Toy Run
(charlie-paris@hotmail.com)
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2nd UPDATE FOR LINC ENERGY
DRILLING AT ARCKARLINGA
• Geochemistry – to
confirm
thermal
gradient projections and
source rock quality;
• Geomechanics – test
rock strength of source
formations
•
Porosity
and
Permeability
–
r e s e r v o i r
characterisation
• Drilling Rig has mobilised to Pata 1 (first well
site) and re-entered the well early November 2014
• Pre-Collar rig was mobilised to Eba 1 (second
well site) and commenced drilling on 5 November 2014
• Preparatory works completed at Fox 1 (third
well site)
Linc Energy Ltd is pleased to provide an update
on the drilling operations in the Arckaringa Basin. The Pata 1 vertical exploration well (located
in PEL121) is the first of a three well program
and is expected to be completed in approximately
35 days. The rig will drill to total depth (TD) of
approximately 2,345 metres. As at 06:00hrs on
11 November 2014, Pata 1 was at a depth of 264
metres.
The pre collar rig spudded the Eba 1 vertical exploration well on 5 November 2014 with drilling
expected to take five days. Upon completion, the
main hole rig will re-enter the Eba 1 well and drill
to approximately 2500 metres. The Eba 1 well is
expected to take a further 30 days. As at 06:00hrs
on 11 November 2014, Eba 1 was at a depth of
197 metres. Crews are currently rigging up to
run 13-5/8” surface casing and cement in place.
Assessment of the data
collected in this first
phase of drilling will
determine the next
development steps.
Main rig during rig up at Pata 1 (located in PEL121) the first of a three well program
Each well will be
completed in two (2)
sections with the initial
“pre collar” drilled and
“cased off” prior to a
larger rig continuing to
TD and completion.
The purpose of drilling
the wells in two
sections is to ensure the
integrity of the region’s
sub-surface
water
systems as a priority.
Lease preparation crews completed construction
on the Fox 1 well site located in PEL123 on 10
November 2014. The pre-collar drilling rig will
mobilise to Fox 1 upon completing the top section of the Eba 1 well.
The
method
of
completing
the
program in two (2)
distinct consecutive
stages was selected as
it is considered both
best practice and cost
effective. The full
drilling program is
expected to take four
months.
The three well exploration program is focused
on three sections within the organic rich, prospective Boorthanna trough. The target formations (Stuart Range, Boorthanna and Pre Permian)
formed the basis of the prospective resources
separately identified by both Gustavson Associates and DeGolyer and MacNaughton. To date,
no previous drilling has intersected the formations at depth and the results of these wells will
be critical to understanding the basin in detail.
Upon reaching the total depth of each well, an
extensive logging program will be completed to
evaluate the hydrocarbon resource potential.
Cuttings and core recovered during drilling will
be sent for analysis including:
Pata 1 seismic
section showing
key formations
(Line 84-XEX)
Potential diamondiferous kimberlite
discovered near Coober Pedy
Monax originally selected EL 5347 to search for ironoxide copper-gold (IOCG) targets within the basement
of the Gawler Craton. A review of the available
aeromagnetic data showed two small circular features
located within the southern part of the licence area
which is considered to be consistent with that of a
Monax Mining Limited is pleased to announce the kimberlite intrusion. Initial modelling showed this feature
discovery of a potential kimberlite on its Margaret Dam was relatively shallow and not likely to represent an
Exploration Licence (EL) 5347, located south of William IOCG target.
Potential kimberlite has been discovered at Monax
Mining Ltd Margaret Dam project, located in
northern South Australia with detailed ground
magnetic and gravity surveys already completed
Creek and 156 km from Coober Pedy in northern SA
Monax is assessing and integrating the newly acquired
geophysics with open file diamond exploration data and ,
at this stage is planning to undertake a shallow drilling
program in early 2015 to confirm whether the target is a
diamondiferous kimberlite.
The Margaret Dam area has been explored for diamonds
by several companies, most recently by Flinders Diamonds
Ltd (“Flinders”) on EL 2758. Flinders considered this area
prospective for kimberlites because:
• Previously discovered indicator minerals from the area
are fresh, suggesting the primary source rocks are in the
general region;
• The interpreted palaeocurrent direction indicates fluviatile
flow towards the north; and
• Exploration area (now EL 5347) falls on the G2 lineament
(Flinders Diamonds Ltd, 2007).
Monax recently completed detailed ground magnetic (1)
and gravity surveys over the circular magnetic features
to check the validity of the data, and assist with modelling
the dimensions and depth of the target. The new ground
magnetic data reveals a discrete elongate magnetic dipole
with a SW-NE trend and a smaller magnetic anomaly
located to the SW The gravity data shows a subtle
gravity response associated with the magnetic feature. Flinders drilled 65 holes totalling 1690m with 29 samples
Geophysical modelling outlined a magnetic body at a
depth of approximately 80m. The dimensions of an
elliptical body 250m long 45m wide with a tapering root
to 400m depth was outlined.
Macrodiamonds and kimberlitic indicator minerals have
been found within close proximity to Monax’s Margaret
Dam project area.
In 1894, a single ~1 carat (ct) diamond was found in
alluvial gold workings at Peake Creek, north of William
Creek
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In the early 1980’s, eight microdiamonds were reported
from loam and stream sediment samples from Edwards
Creek and two at Reedy Lagoon along with numerous
kimberlitic indicator minerals including picroilmenite,
pyrope garnet and chrome spinel (Morris, 2003).
collected for testing for indicator minerals. Holes which
did not intersect the target Algebuckina Sandstone or
intersected silicified rock were not sampled or tested
(Flinders Diamonds Ltd, 2007). Figure 8 shows the
location of drill holes within the vicinity of EL 5347 and
shows the holes which reported indicator minerals.
Monax believes that past failures to locate kimberlite bodies
on EL 5347 is due to the previous explorers focus on
diamond indicator studies and a lack of attention to the
available geophysics. The magnetic anomaly is located in
an area of positive diamond indicators and may represent
the source of the diamond indicator minerals discovered
by previous exploration.