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MAY 2016 ISSUE NUMBER: 236 (for free digital copies please contact admin@mhr.org.au)
Many of us have perhaps walked or driven past the Uniting Church at the corner of
Pinjarra Road and George Street over the past 20 Years and noticed the activity on
the front lawn there on a Saturday in April. Various goods, cakes, jams, clothes, knickknacks and pieces of furniture and more on trestles up for sale. And I guess many of
us have ventured in to make a purchase.
This year I was invited by Olive, the events treasurer, to come and find out what this
is all about. I was surprised to find out that the proceeds from the sale of these donated goods are given to the Pinjarra Chaplaincy Fund,( the barometer of this fund is
printed each month in this publication.) The fund is used to meet expenses to keep
the Chaplaincy going in Pinjarra High, Pinjarra Primary and Carcoola Primary schools.
This important work by the chaplains is not just about religion but support for pupils in
these schools in times of distress, family problems and many other problems that they may
encounter during their school life that is not the
sole responsibility of teaching staff.
The Government supports this project in schools and partially funds it through Youth
Care. These Chaplains are fully qualified in social work and very capable of caring for the
needs of these youngsters in welfare matters and also receive further training through the
Youth Care program. However funding is needed to support all aspects of the chaplaincy
and so the citizens of Pinjarra are asked to find the money to keep the project going.
When you see these volunteers at the Uniting Church stalls in April each year please drop
in and see what is on sale.
This year the Uniting Church raised over $3000.00 for this fund. Stan Chegwidden
Mercer Harries
First National 6th in the state!!!
WHATS HAPPENING
APRIL Edition
Positive Thoughts
Bedingfeld
Backyard Buddies
10
Anzac Day
11
K9 Rescue
12
Murray Library
16
18
22
24
25
Gardening
26
IMPORTANT DATES:
Pinjarra Park Racing
May 5, 19 Race Days
13 George St Pinjarra
9531 1155
www.mercerharries.com.au
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Pinjarra Services
Bus Service
Route 600 MandurahPinjarra
Via Pinjarra Rd
604 MandurahSouth Yunderup
Via North Yunderup
Timetables can be collected throughout
Pinjarra including Murray Cowpers Office,
Pinjarra News Agency, Shire of Murray and
the Pinjarra Community Resource Centre.
Taxi:
13 10 08
RAC Service:
13 11 11
Pinjarra Police:
13 14 44
Mandurah Crime
Prevention:
0418 948 809
Murray Hospital:
9531 7222
Shire of Murray:
9531 7777
Public Library:
9531 7712
Recreation Centre:
9531 2000
Churches
Murray Bible Baptist:
9537 7248
Pinjarra Alliance:
9531 3173
St Augustine Catholic:
9531 1227
Anglican Church:
9531 1248
Bridge Christian
Fellowship:
9531 3034
Uniting Church:
9531 2296
Freemason:
The Peel District Day Lodge
Meets on the first Thursday of the month at
9:15am. Enquires to the Secretary;
Kevin St Jack Tel. 9582 5194
Lions ClubPinjarra
Lions Club of Pinjarra [Inc.] meet on the first
and third Tuesday of each month. 6.00pm for
6.30pm
Enquiries: Les Hill 9586 1749
Visitors & New Members welcome
AROUND TOWN
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUSEvery
Monday 7.30pm Health Clinic, Pinjarra
Hospital Ph: Les 9531 1760
MURRAY HEALTH GROUP
Tuesday 1pm. Community Health Centre,
Pinjarra Ph: Rae 9581 2040
COMBINED PROBUS OF
MURRAY DISTRICTS
Meetings2nd Tuesday of the
month
Ravenswood Hotel9.00-11.30am
ContactSecretary:
murrayprobus1999@gmail.com
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LOCAL MARKETS
DWELLINGUP MARKETS
EMAIL: secretarymdcdc@gmail.com
OLD BLYTHEWOOD
Built in the 1860s overlooking the Murray
River, South West Highway, Pinjarra. Open for
viewing. Small entry fee applies.
Phone: 9531 1485.
Saturday
Sunday
10.30am to 3.30pm
12.30 to 3.30pm
BODDINGTON MARKETS
FRIENDS OF EDENVALE
MONDAY
SUMMER 8AM FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER
WINTER 9AM FIRST WEEK OF APRIL
TUESDAY
SUMMER 6PM FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER
WINTER 4.30PM FIRST WEEK OF APRIL
THURSDAY
SUMMER 6PM FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER
WINTER 4.30PM FIRST WEEK OF APRIL
WE MEET AT THE DOME FOR ALL WALKS
**VOLUNTEERS NEEDED**
Rural Landholders
Reference Group
Rural issues will be brought to the
forefront of Councils agenda with
the formation of a new Rural Land
Holders Reference Group (RLHRG).
At a recent Council meeting, Council
invited five rural landowners to join
the group. Shire President Cr. Maree
Reid and Cr. Alan Black were also
nominated as Council representatives on the group .
Through regular meetings the Group
will provide feedback and advice on
rural matters to inform Council decision making.
Following a month long advertisement period inviting expressions of
interest, several applications were
received from local agricultural business representatives who together
have over 135 years industry experience.
Members appointed to the group
include Torben Sorensen, John Macaulay, Chris Birmingham, John
Dawkins, John Birch and Doug
McLarty.
The RLHRG resulted from the abolishment of the Rural Land Holders
Advisory Committee (RLHAC) which
was found to be restrictive as the
group was required to function under
Councils formal Meeting Procedures
Local Law.
If there are other local rural landowners who would like to be considered
for membership on the RLHRG, expressions of interest can be sent to
Chief Executive Officer, Shire of
Murray, PO Box 21, Pinjarra WA
6208
or
to
mailbag@murray.wa.gov.au
BEDINGFELD LADIES
AUXILARY
Meets 3rd Wednesday of each month
at the hospital.
Disclaimer
Advertisements, Advertorial and Community Editorial copy in the Murray Community Newspaper are the responsibility of the
Author/Advisor. The views expressed are not those of the Murray Community Newspaper.
While the Murray Community Newspaper makes every reasonable effort to ensure that no misleading claims or statements are
made, responsibility is not accepted for failure of any product or service to give satisfaction.
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POSITIVE THOUGHTS
Pastor John Coman Pinjarra Alliance Church
www.pinjarracma.org.au
ANZAC DAY 2016
In Australia we have all the freedoms of democracy, but those freedoms have come at a cost.
Recently on Anzac Day we remembered the cost borne by many as they defended those freedoms in various wars. For some that cost involved time in a prisoner-of-war camp, like Allan
Clark, a man I met many years ago who had spent 3 years in Changi Prison in Singapore in
WWII. For others the cost was higher as they gave the ultimate sacrifice of their lives defending our freedoms.
One of the freedoms defended by those men and women is the freedom of speech, the right to hold a differing opinion
to somebody else. I believe that this is a basic freedom that is absolutely vital to our functioning as a democracy. However, along with every right comes a responsibility, and it is important to remember that we need to choose carefully
how we use our right to free speech.
We have entered into the lead up to an election and this responsibility is very important. Around the democratic world in
recent times I have seen high profile political figures misusing and abusing this freedom. This does not lead to improved
relationships between members of our society, but instead to increased tensions. My hope is that our politicians will be
more responsible than others weve heard recently, campaigning in a way that honours those we recently remembered.
The challenge for all of us is the same as the politicians - working responsibly at preserving and using the freedoms
which we have been given. Lets determine to only speak those things that build up and encourage those around us.
LEST WE FORGET!
Friendship Restoration
Empowering Equipping
Run by: Pinjarra Family Church, Uniting Church, Alliance Church, Anglican Church, & St Vincent De Paul
For more details please call : PS Sheryl on
0424 239 367
VIDEO CONFERENCING IS NOW AVAILABLE. CALL
US OR STOP BY AND TALK ABOUT YOUR DISTANCE INTERVIEW OR ANY CONFERENCE YOU
WOULD LIKE TO SET UP.
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MURRAY HOUSE
RESOURCE CENTRE
Level 1 Word & Excel
Level 2 Word & Excel
1 to 1 Tutoring By arrangement
For further information please
phone
(08) 9531 2298
6 WHEEL TIPPER
7.5 TONNE EXCAVATOR
(9 buckets, rock breaker, grab & Ripper)
BOBCAT (Trencher, post hole digger and ripper)
DINGO (Forks, cement mixer, post hole digger)
TRACTOR (post rammer, disks, drags, etc.)
Water trough installations
Gravel roads and driveways
Gravel supplies
Rural & Colourbond fencing
In just eleven days Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will
burst onto the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre stage, with fifty talented
locals giving it their all. This utterly singable toe-tapping extravaganza of
musical styles, with its colourful staging has been delighting family audiences since the 1960's.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's first publicly performed musical, it would have to
one of the most enduring stage shows of modern times, his production
company have calculated that by 2008 over 20,000 theatre groups and
schools had staged productions of it.
The full show has never yet been performed on the Boardwalk stage so this
is an opportunity to see the show in its full glory at a professional venue,
whilst supporting local community performers.
We sincerely hope to see YOU there, it runs at 7-30pm on Thurs April 28,
Friday April 29 and Saturday April 30 with a 2pm showing on April 30 as well. Tickets for the opening night include finger
food after the show.
If you have time and would like to assist us further please feel free to visit and like the Primadonna Productions face
book page.
SWEENEY TODD
Murray Music & Drama Club is excited to be presenting their first major musical of the
year, Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet St, Stephen Sondheims musical
thriller, and possibly one of the darkest musicals ever written. In 1979 it won the Tony
award for Best Musical and has been thrilling audiences ever since.
The character of Sweeney Todd first appeared as a villain in one of the sensationalist
magazines of the mid 1800s known as the penny dreadfuls. The tale captivated
Londoners and this urban legend was first made into a film in 1936. Since then of
course its fame has spread far and wide, assisted by a modern movie in 2007, as well
as the stage musical.
The plot is an unsettling tale of a Victorian era barber, (played by Gareth Jay) who
returns home to London after fifteen years to wreak revenge on the corrupt Judge Turpin (Adam Salathial) who exiled him. He comes up with a deadly plan of vengeance
and his business associate Mrs Lovett (Sam Ferguson) gruesomely takes advantage
of the situation, being terribly short of meat for her pies, and she bakes the bodies of
Todds victims into her pies and sells them to the unsuspecting public. From the
chilling opening The Ballad of Sweeney Todd to the final curtain, this production will
have patrons sitting on the edge of their seats.
The show goes on at Pinjarra Civic Centre May 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28 at 8pm, with a 2pm matinee on the 28 th. Tickets are selling now at just $20 each from Music Force in Mandurah and Pinjarra Pharmacy.
Pinjarra
Dental
Dr Chris Bucktin
Dr Lara Andrews
Help us keep
People & their Pets Together
Pets of Older People (POOPS) is all about reducing the stress on people over the age of 65,
those receiving palliative care or people with
disabilities while also improving the wellbeing
of their pets.
When no alternative help is available Volunteers
provide a free service by walking dogs, feeding
pets or transporting them to boarding kennels or
vets.
We have a growing number of people needing
our services. If you have a little time available
to help pet owners in your local area then
please email admin@poopswa.org.au or, for further information, go to www.poopswa.org.au.
Free Cookbooks
Created and produced through
Work for the Dolefirst come basis. Drop into Murray House for
your copy!
Dogs have
masters. Cats
have Staff
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MAY CALENDAR
TUESDAY 10 LEVEL 1 WORD
WEDNESDAY 11 LEVEL 1 EXCEL
TUESDAY 24 LEVEL 2 WORD
WEDNESDAY 25 LEVEL 2 EXCEL
WEDNESDAY 4 MYOB
THURSDAY 5
MYOB
Murray Cowper
Your local MLA
95312298
SAFETY WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE
Sporting groups, small business, not-for-profits our speciality.
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Horsetails
When agricultural or environmental weeds are found early enough it is possible to eradicate small or isolated infestations
with prompt action. Often it is keen-eyed members of the public who set the process in motion by recognising and reporting new weeds. The weeds featured this month are horsetails (Equisetum species), which are primitive non-flowering
perennials dating back to the Palaeozoic Era.
Horsetails are targets of the Boosting Biosecurity Defences Agricultural weed surveillance project funded by Royalties for
Regions (For further information see: https://agric.wa.gov.au/n/3835).
Ancient survivors
Horsetails (Equisetum species) have occasionally been sold as ornamentals, and they are also of interest to people who take the risk of making their
own herbal remedies. Sometimes they are used in permaculture or as pond
plants.
The erect, jointed stems are of two kinds. Vegetative stems are green and
ribbed. They can be a single stem or have whorls of slender leaf-like branches. Fertile stems can be green, white or pale brown, topped by fruiting
cones. On both stems the true leaves are reduced to a papery ring around
each joint. Once established, the main means of spread is by rhizomes rather than spores.
In a backyard the worst horsetails can do is smother the area, but if they
escape into farmland the consequences are dire. They are toxic to livestock,
and in high densities they can reduce crop yield because they produce substances that inhibit the growth of other plants.
In the past, infestations of a horsetail called scouring rush (E. hyemale) have
been found in the Perth
metropolitan
area
at
nurseries in Bedfordale
and the Wanneroo area,
and a home garden in
Morley. Like all horsetails
this one has a high silica
content, and the common
name arose from the old
practice of using the stems to scrub pots and pans. Several other species, including common horsetail (E. arvense) have been found in the
eastern states.
Please report any horsetails seen in the wild, in gardens or at weekend markets. If you have horsetail plants, do not attempt to dispose of
them yourself. Please call us for advice as horsetail plants generate
readily from fragments. Always take care when ordering plants or
seeds via the internet, and never dump any garden rubbish in the
bush.
How you can help
Photograph any suspicious plants and report using the free MyPestGuide Reporter App, online: mypestguide.agric.wa.gov.au, email photos and location information to: info@agric.wa.gov.au or call 1800 084 881.
New Weed App coming soon!
The free MyWeedWatcher App will be available later this month, and will be our departments preferred way of receiving
weed reports via mobile devices. For more information see: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/n/5412
Reporting unfamiliar pests
The Pest and Disease Information Service (PaDIS) screens enquiries for new weeds, pests and plant diseases which
could negatively impact the success of our local horticulture and agricultural industries, and our ability to grow home produce. Please contact us if you have concerns about an unfamiliar weed, pest or plant disease.
Report biosecurity concerns or unfamiliar pests, weeds or diseases using our MyPestGuide webpage or Mobile App, or
contact the Pest and Disease Information Service (PaDIS) on 1800 084 881, info@agric.wa.gov.au. Visit our webpage:
agric.wa.gov.au/n/1207. Department of Agriculture and Food, WA. 3 Baron-Hay Court, South Perth WA 6151.
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When my editor asked me to cover this years Anzac Service I thought perhaps I could just rewrite last years article as the day is always well presented and attended. However I did as asked and went
to the function and was very pleased I did as it was not the same as
last one and so many new stories came from it, as always it will be,
because the Anzac story is so huge an historical event.
I met Fr. Gayan prior to the arrival of the march and he told me he had
attended the Dawn Service at 6AM and many had been at that in
spite of some drizzle rain. He had also attended the Coolup service at
5PM on Sunday and about 100 people were at that function. He said it
was a very moving service with many young people there.
In Pinjarra the march got on the way from Henry Street on time and
arrived at the Pinjarra Memorial at eleven AM led by an army Jeep
and the Scots pipe band followed by about a hundred or more serving
and ex Servicemen and Women, Fire Fighters and Ambulance people. Three mounted soldiers brought up the rear.
Proceedings were again opened by MC and RSL Vice President, Chris Hartney who introduced President Mick ODonnell who spoke
to us about the huge casualty list from the Western Front. He pointed out that although Gallipoli campaign was ferocious and cost very
many Australian lives it was much worse when the allies landed in Belgium and France to try and push back the German forces
through Fromelles and Pozieres and Villers-
all of us.
and no one could convince her otherwise. So she won out and retired with Mum peacefully. It was delightful to watch.
Our Bugler this year was Helen Junk from Kalgoorlie and again it was one of the very moving parts of the ceremony as was the one
minute silence and the solemn Lest We Forget. Sister Maureen then read the closing prayer. Again we heard the wonderful voice of
Courtney Loffler sing the National Anthem before march off of the
Catafalque party. Guests were then invited to the RSL Hall for morning tea.
On my way to this assignment I saw and spoke briefly with the people
who do the road closures and put the signs in place and I must give
them a mention as they go out in the early hours in all weathers to
make safe the operation of this event for marchers and the public who
attend. I hope we all appreciate them for this.
I still believe that Anzac Day in Pinjarra is very important in the minds
of our citizens.
Celebrating 25 years!
Wendy- Female Mixed Breed Tri Colour Medium DOB March 2013
This is our very nice girl, Wendy.
Wendy is a very affectionate and loyal girl. She loves attention and
has been in a single dog home in the past house. She is dog-social
when introduced properly, preferably with males.
Wendy is great to walk on the lead and responds very well to commands. Wendy has lovely manners and is very eager to please.
Once she settles in to her new home she will be a fantastic companion.
Would you like to come and meet Wendy? She is ready to meet you
at K9 Rescue Group weekdays 10-3pm (closed Thursdays) or
weekends 1-5pm.
The next event that K9 is taking part in is the Better Pets and Gardens Adoption Day at Unit 3/2 Blackburn Drive, Port
Kennedy on Saturday, 7th May, 10am 2pm
K9 Rescue dogs, along with volunteers, will be there so you can talk to them about their involvement with K9 Rescue
Group and the Better Pets and Gardens staff about the best products to care for your pets.
Our K9 Rescue Group dogs always enjoy the day out. They look forward to you coming to meet them, giving/receiving a
cuddle and maybe a home to one, or two, of them!
release
Back pain
Bowen Therapy
Headaches
lymph nodes
Sunday Mass :
10:00am every Sunday
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
OP SHOP
ANGLICAN PARISH
CENTRE
Weekday Services:
*OPEN*
Wednesday:
9:10am Rosary
9:30am Mass, followed by morning tea &
Scripture Reflection
Friday:
9:30am Mass
Tuesday to Friday
9am 2.30pm
Saturday 9am 12 noon
(Opposite Edenvale)
by appointment
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Road Trauma Support WA is joining with the Road Safety Commission to Shine a Light on
Road Safety in 2016 to highlight the devastating impact of road trauma on thousands of Australians each year.
The campaign will be run during Yellow Ribbon National Road Safety Week which runs from 2
-8 May 2016 across the country.
The Shine a Light on Road Safety campaign originated in Victoria in 2013 and spread
throughout the rest of Australia for the first time last year.
Its a timely reminder given the recent horrific road crash statistics that WA has recorded already for 2016.
The Road Safety Commissions report for the first quarter of 2016 revealed that 52 people
died on our roads between January 1 and March 31st with young males, those in country areas and motorcycle riders
over represented in the crash data.
Road Trauma Support is asking all motorists to Shine a Light on Road Safety by switching on their headlights on Friday
May 6th to raise awareness about road safety and to share the hashtag #shinealightonroadsafety.
Road Trauma Support WA is also working alongside the SARAH group (Safer Australian Roads and Highways) to raise
awareness of Yellow Ribbon Road Safety Week by illuminating notable Australian landmarks across the country.
Perth will join other State capitals by illuminating iconic city buildings during the week, with Perths Council House and The
Bell Tower to be lit up and for the first time Elizabeth Quay will be illuminated in yellow on May 2 and 3 to help Shine a
Light on Road Safety in 2016.
Road Trauma Support WAs Patron and the director of the WA State Trauma Unit at Royal Perth Hospital, Dr Sudhakar
Rao has thrown his support behind the campaign as it works to try to effect positive behavioural changes on our roads.
I personally treat the physical devastation that road trauma wreaks on far too many people in our community.
If we can all Shine a Light on Road Safety I know that together we can all make a difference, Dr Rao said.
Shine a Light on Road Safety is a national campaign to raise awareness about road safety, to try and stop deaths and
injuries on our roads and to highlight the effects on the thousands in our community affected by road trauma each year.
One of the key messages for Shine a Light on Road Safety 2016 is to #stopdrivingblind and we are asking as many West
Australians as possible to share the hashtag across various social media channels.
We need help raising awareness about the Shine a Light on Road Safety campaign and Road Trauma Support WA and
the work we do in the West Australian community.
Road Trauma Support WA is a free service offering support to all West Australians directly or indirectly affected by road
trauma.
There are still many West Australians out there who dont know we exist and it is important for more people to know that
we are out there and that they have support if and when they need it.
Please join us and turn on your headlights on Friday May 6 and #shinealightonroadsafety#rtswa#stopdrivingblind.
For further information or media enquiries please contact:
Georgia Sweeting
Communications Coordinator
Road Trauma Support WA
Ph: 08 9420 7262
Email: gsweeting@iccwa.org.au / web: www.rtswa.org.au
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Your local library is sporting a fresh new look with recarpeting and painting now complete.
While work was in progress the service successfully operatChildrens Programs
ed from the Senior Citizens Centre albeit in a very condensed form. Were happy to be back in situ with our full
Regular Childrens Programs are a
collection and services available.
wonderful opportunity to spend time
with the kids. Come along and en2016 continues to be an exciting year. With preparations
underway for the installation of two self- service kiosks, bor- joy songs, rhymes and stories each
rowing and returning items will be quick, easy and conven- week with no booking required.
ient. Friendly library staff will be on hand to show you the
Rhyme Time 0-2yrs
ropes and provide support during the transition period.
Wednesdays, 9.30am 10.00am
The kiosks will be integral as we grow and move forward
into a future that promises to be both challenging and excit- Story Time 2 5yrs
This session includes a simple craft activity.
ing.
Thursdays, 9.30 10.15am
Come on board! Join the library today, its free and opens
a world of possibilities.
Lego Club
Interested in Joining a Book Club?
Pinjarra
Community
Resource Centre
IS NOW ON
LIKE US
TODAY
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Cancer Council
Australias Biggest Morning Tea
Come along and join a fun morning and support this wonderful cause and your chance to win great raffle prizes and
join in the auction.
Entertainment from Pinjarra Senior High School and Swing
and Sway
Where: Belswan Lifestyle Estate Clubhouse
25 Clarence Parade, Pinjarra
Date: Tuesday 24th May 2016
Time: 9.30am- 12.30pm
Entry Fee: $5.00 entry
Please call 9531 0368 or email amanda.nulty@belswanpinjarra.com.au
to book your place by 20th May 2016 limited seating avail-
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY
We are excited to announce a brand new Arts & Crafts Exhibition with fabulous prizes. With an arts & crafts category,
there will be a $500 1st prize, $300 2nd prize respectively, and a $200 Viewers' Choice. Due to space limitations, the exhibition is restricted to members of Murray Art & Crafts Society and artisans in the Shire of Murray. The exhibition opening will be held on 20th August and continue until 28th August at the Community Rooms , Edenvale Homestead, Pinjarra.
Entries close 1st August.
Do we have someone in our community who would be interested in holding Tai Chi classes once or twice a week?? You
couldn't wish for more beautiful or serene surroundings than the grounds of Edenvale Homestead. It is envisaged for classes to be held in the mornings, enabling people to head off to classes or their work place. Please contact Lyn on 0409
686 015.
We would love to see a few more come along to our new Natty Knitters class. Meeting on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of
each month Sharron is waiting to inspire you! Crocheters are welcome. As the group grows, we will introduce a community project for everyone to work on and also a series of workshops to expand our knowledge on how we can make that
string even prettier. Please a contact Sharron on 0429 448 201 for further details.
Tricia Coffey has commenced Friday Pottery morning classesall abilities are welcome to come along. Tricia specialises
in intellectual disabilities.
Do you want to take the first step to learn a new art/craft or brush up on old skills? We have a wonderfully dedicated and
talented team of artists waiting to assist you. There is media, leatherwork, mosaics, lead lighting, pottery and cold porcelain are available for you to try.
Glass Slumping is not too far away wither. The multi-talented Eileen Macpherson will be heading up this class
soonwatch for details.
We are hoping to get regular felting classes under way as well, but we do need numbers. Please register your
interest by contacting Lyn on 0409 686 015.
We are pleased to welcome Plein Air artist groups as our guests for the monthly exhibition at Liveringa Gallery. Plein Air
Visits Edenvale will open 1st May and continue until 31st May. Official Opening is 1st May at 10.30am.
On Tuesday 17th May we will be heading off on our first bus trip for the yearvisiting Patsy Durack's Rose Garden in
Gooseberry Hill, followed by BYO lunch in the peaceful Stirk Park nearby and then a bit of own time in Kalamunda. Cost
is $45 (incl. morning tea and entry to the gardens). Membership enquiries are always welcomewe offer both full and
associate memberships. Call us to discuss the best option for you. We do offer a period of try before you buy before
committing to membership. For any enquiries please contact Lyn on 9586 2281, 0406 686 015 or email murrayartslink@gmail.com. We are excited to say our new website is
imminent! Look out for www.maacs.org.au. Until next time,
rd
We are excited to advise this event is back for a 3 year and again
be good and if you cant be good, be crafty! Lyn
Secretarial Services
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limiting the amount of coffee, alcohol, chocolate and other caffeine containing foods and drinks you
have each day
stopping smoking, because tobacco smoke can irritate your digestive system and make your symptoms
worse
eating smaller, more frequent meals instead of three large meals each day
avoiding trigger foods which may make your symptoms worse such as alcohol, chocolate or tomatoes
eating your evening meal three to four hours before you go to bed
raising the head of your bed if your symptoms are worse at night
asking your doctor or pharmacist to review your medicines to make sure they are not making your symptoms
worse.
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If lifestyle changes dont help control GORD symptoms well enough, medicines can help. Antacids neutralise the effects of stomach
acid. They shouldnt be taken at the same time as other medicines because they can stop them from being properly absorbed into
your body. They can also damage the special coating on some types of tablets. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice about how
to take them. H2 antagonists block the effects of the chemical histamine on certain cells in the stomach. As a result, these cells
produce less stomach acid. Proton pump inhibitors also reduce the amount of acid the stomach makes. This allows the oesophagus
to heal and also relieves the symptoms of heartburn and reflux. PPIs dont stop you digesting food normally. These generally are
the most effective group of medications.
GORD is a relatively common condition that usually is easily controllable. Most sufferers report a dramatic improvement in quality of
life once their symptoms are under control. If you suspect you may have GORD, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist. It is
important to get this condition treated and monitored as it can cause undesirable consequences if left untreated.
B M &Y
COFFEE POD
RECYCLING
(poster attached)
th
Cost $100.00
Pinjarra Golf Club offers some great initiatives for Ladies Golf.
Our Beginner and Intermediate Clinics have been specially designed by our golfing professional to help you get the best out of your game.
To register your interest please contact Matthew in the Pro Shop on 9531 2588.
Each session run for 1 hour and will focus on a different component of your golf game
each week.
Junior Clinics
(poster attached)
Cost $99.00
Pinjarra Golf Club offers an series of introductory clinics aimed at juniors of varying ages
and skill levels.
3 x 1 hour clinics will be conducted each Sunday.
For more information contact Matthew Heath, Club Professional on 9531 2588 or Joan
Martain, Junior Co-Ordinator, on 9535
1229
Registration and payments
via www.mygolf.org.au
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WEDDING CEREMONIES
REVEWAL OF VOWS
LIFE COMMITMENTS
CHILD NAMING CEREMONIES
LIFE CELEBRATIONS
th
Our social Friday afternoons started again on the 8 th of Overall, Pinjarra was Runner Up to League Champions
January 2016, we have coaching available for those who Mandurah by only two points, based on points awarded for
would like to learn how to bowl. Bowls are made available all games in the Championships, a commendable result.
by the club.
This concluded a very fine pennant and championship seaSo come along for some FUN in the SUN on Friday after- son for the Club.
noons starting at 1600 with the bar open
Mens Pennants.
We also have raffles available and of course our CHASE The pennant season has been very successful, with all four
THE ACE.
teams reaching the semi-finals. The Tuesday 3rd Division
nd
ANYONE CAN DO IT, SO COME ON DOWN AND HAVE team finished on top of the ladder and is promoted to 2
Division next season and also defeated Meadow Springs in
SOME FUN
the Grand Final to win the Pennant. The Saturday 2 nd DiviAnyone interested in hiring the NEW Pinjarra Bowling & sion in their first year reached the preliminary final while the
Recreation Club Function Room and/or Bar please contact two 4th Division teams were eliminated in the semi-finals.
the Club on 9531 1840
Well done gentlemen and congratulations to everyone who
PINJARRA SUCCESS:
participated in the Championships, you are all winners!!
The Murray District League Mens Championships
Held over the last two weekends and the outcomes provid- Sincere thanks to everyone who helped out on Friday the
15th. To the ladies who stepped up at the last minute and
ed a great boost to the Pinjarra Bowling Club.
played bowls and the tremendous effort from those in the
During the first weekend played at the Port Bouvard Bowl- kitchen and those who sold raffle tickets and helped out
ing Club, Peter Money (Open Singles) and James Donald where ever required. To the umpires and to Marilyn, Barba(Novice Singles) acquitted themselves well and did their ra and Cathryn.
best in their fields.
It was a very successful day and enjoyable event with lots
However, the Clubs Fours team of Robbie Lundon, Brian of positive comments from competing clubs.
Davey, Tom Glendinning and Steve Unsworth played exAgain many thanks to you all.
The Gala Day was won by Dudley Park who also came in
second.
Well done to all our ladies who played and who provided
support during the busy day.
Another fantastic year was had by all at the Pinjarra Bowling and Recreation Club
Look us up on Facebook.
By Sonja Howell
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Restaurant Train
Day
Date
Forest Train
Service
Departure
Saturday
30 April
Forest Train
Saturday
30 April
Restaurant Train
7.45pm
Sunday
1 May
Forest Train
Saturday
7 May
Forest Train
Saturday
7 May
Restaurant Train
Sunday
8 May
Forest Train
Saturday
14 May
Forest Train
Saturday
14 May
Restaurant Train
Sunday
15 May
Forest Train
7.45pm
7.45pm
10.30am and 2pm
Easter Eggs on the Forest Train
Saturday
21 May
Forest Train
Saturday
21 May
Restaurant Train
Sunday
22 May
Steam Ranger
Saturday
28May
Forest Train
Saturday
28 May
Restaurant Train
Sunday
29 May
Steam Ranger
7.45pm
7.45pm
10.30am and 2pm
Sleeper Replacement
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After enjoying a short break in New Zealand enjoying a couple of train rides I have come back to catch up with what our
members have been doing in preparation for the Steam Season and am very impressed.
As is normal during February and March our Track maintenance program got into full swing under the guidance of Dave
Conlan our friend from Puffing Billing who comes over to lend an experienced hand. Joining him were our regular overworked crew members who have replaced some 80 sleepers per day towards our expected total replacement of over
1000. Along with this work is the re-screwing and re-gauging where necessary along the track between Etmilyn and
Isandra.
General maintenance on the Steam Locomotive is required to ensure all systems are in good working order so it will pass
the necessary load testing of boiler and other associated items. Thanks go to our younger and more agile members for
doing some of this work which entails moving in restricted areas.
Our Forest Train service has experienced good patronage particularly over Easter when passengers were presented with
Easter Eggs to enjoy. During school holidays over 100 people travelled on the Wednesday morning service which
pleased our staff to see so many happy faces on one trip.
It was hoped the Steam Season commence on Mothers Day, however, this cannot be achieved. Due to the recent fire in
the Meelon area five culverts were lost and some minor damage to our 13km bridge. Consequently, repairing this damage has required a rearrangement to resources.
Please follow our Facebook and Website to keep informed on the First Day of Steam for 2016.
Hotham Valley Railway
Established 1974 and still going strong
With great honour our 1st Vice President, Frank (Ski) Swiderski,
laid a wreath at Anzac Day on behalf of the Lions Club of Pinjarra to remember those Australians fallen in battle. Because of
those gallant men and women who fought for Australia in various wars we enjoy freed om today. LEST WE FORGET>
Pinjarra Festival is not far away and Pinjarra Lions will be selling
their famous bacon and egg burgers along with sausage sizzle
and drinks. Come along on Sunday June 5 and join in the fun
and activities that this weekend always brings to Pinjarra. Look
out for our banner and members dressed in blue and gold.
Our meat raffle for May will be held on Saturday May 28, 2016
Photo courtesy of Stan Chegwidden
at the Pinjarra Junction Shopping Centre. Thanks to Pinjarra Meat Supplies for their continued support to ur club in these raffles. Dont forget to get your ticket on the day to have a chance of
winning $100 meat voucher.
Membership is still at 25 and we would welcome new members with open arms. Men and Women from the age of 18 are
eligible to join. Call Les Hill on 9586 1749 to enquire about becoming a member.
Till next time enjoy the cooler weather and stay safe
Sue Hill PR
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Sow seedlings out into your well prepared garden soil now. It is too late to sow seeds.
Garlic
Garlic should be in by end of April to be ready in mid November. So hurry and plant out bulbs now.
Carrot
Sow seeds directly into a well prepared fine tilth soil. I do not like carrot seedlings as they never grow true
to type in the soil after transplanting.
Sow seedlings into well prepared garden soil.
Spinach
Cabbages
Sow cabbage seedlings direct into your soil. Also use blood and bone and N.P.K. Cabbages and broccoli
like well rotted chicken manure and N.
Broccoli
Snow peas
Seedlings directly into well prepared soil. Keep your garden weeds out so these do not compete with
weeds.
Well this is quite a hard vegetable to grow, takes longer than most. So have your soil well prepared and sow
directly into good garden soil. Good luck.
Sow directly into your garden soil. Sow peas where you grew cabbages last year as they will put nitrogen
back into your soil. Feed peas well.
As above.
Broad Beans
As above. Sow no later than the end of May for best results.
Beetroot
Seeds or seedlings into well prepared soil. If you can add born B into your soil it will help beetroot as well.
Kohlrabi
English Spinach
Potato
Potatoes love a rich garden soil. Sow seed potatoes only not spuds from the super market.
Celeriac
Kale
Everyone is now growing Kale in their garden. Plant out as seedlings and hopefully you will be eating this
vegetable before the white cabbage moth takes over.
Strawberries must go in now while there is some soil warmth. They should be fruiting in Mid to late August.
Caramosa is the best variety.
Bulbs should be in by the end of May for an early spring colour in the garden.
Parsnip
Peas
Strawberry
Bulbs
Flowers to plant
All your cottage garden plants should be in now. Plant these out as seedlings and watch your garden turn
into a beautiful colourful display.
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Blue berries can be cut back slightly removing only the dead twigs and you can do this in May.
Stone Fruit
Peaches and nectarines should be sprayed with a copper based spray to prevent leaf curl. This should
be done before bud burst so spray as soon as buds appear on your trees. I have already seen bud
burst and flowers forming on nectarine trees in the Pinjarra area, I know thats early but the seasons do
change and when the flowers have appeared it is too late to spray.
Mow your lawns really hard to about 5mm as the May rains are about and the weather has cooled
down.
Remove from your garden and burn all stalks especially if you have had any disease during the growing
season.
Do the same with old melon and pumpkin vines.
Clean out the leaves in your gutters and use them in your compost heaps or bin. Add lawn clippings and
weeds, plus also straw to make a lasagne mix in your heap. Add dolomite to your compost heap and
small amount of chicken manure and blood and bone to set off the composting. If you like Molasses is
also a great activator in your heap.
For your garden soils buy in a load of local compost and incorporate this into your garden beds adding
dolomite and blood and bone. Mineral dust or blue metal dust is also great for your garden beds as it
contains over 100 minerals and elements.
You can avoid transplanting shock when taking seedlings out of their punnets by spraying your plants
with a sea weed solution.
Sweet peas should be sown by the beginning of May for a magnificent display in August September.
Your cottage garden plants should be planted out now into your soil and bulbs should also be sown in
May.
Lawn
Old tomato plants
Compost and soils
Transplanting shock
Flowers in the garden
Your garden
It is important that you have fun out in your garden as you prepare your vegetable and flower gardens in
May. Please turn off your irrigation equipment and timers, especially your lawns as you will not want to
water most gardens until October as most plants will survive on winter rainfall only.
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