Collie River Valley Bulletin, May 25, 2023

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$1.6b. project to deliver ‘ultrafast connectivity’

DRASTIC DROP

Daily walker Wendy Hoskins was surprised to find the Collie River’s water level dropped markedly this week. The drop occurred after the opening of the Venn Street river stop. Inset: part of the Collie River at Soldiers’ Park. - Story on page 7.

AN INTERCITY high-speed, dual-fibre route from Perth to Collie will form a key component of a Telstra project designed to deliver world-leading national connectivity over the next three decades. The state-of-the-art dual-fibre route is expected to reach Collie by November. Former Collie resident and Telstra’s chief executive officer (CEO) of infrastructure business, InfraCo, Brendon Riley, briefed the Bulletin last weekend before meeting Premier Mark McGowan with Telstra CEO Vicki Brady on Monday. The Collie route is one of two WA projects and one of the first five to be rolled out by Telstra in its biggest infrastructure project in the last 20 years. There will be 11 routes in all, adding 20,000 kilometres to the national fibre network. “The ambition is to improve the size, reach and bandwidth of our already extensive optical fibre network,” Mr Riley said. “There’s more demand than ever for fast and capable networks to shuttle around huge amounts of data as the world digitises at an astronomical pace. “The new fibre paths will boost capacity, speed and meet the needs of a burgeoning digital nation, and this project will deliver tomorrow’s connectivity today.” Mr Riley said the ultra-high capacity, low-latency, fibre will enable transmission rates of 650Gbps, over six times today’s common rate of 100Gbps. Continued on page 2.

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AAAAAA What's on, When and Where Biggest morning tea Thursday, May 25, 10am, Colliefields, high tea. Ring 9734 2052. Over 60s social Saturday, May 27, 6pm onwards Club Hotel, music, bar meals available. River clean-up Sunday, May 28, 9.30am meet at old Wallsend mine Friends of River Bingo Bingo Collie Eagles football clubrooms, Thursdays, doors open 6.30pm, eyes down 7pm. Library activities Sing along story time, weekly, Mondays, 9am. Lego Club weekly Mondays, 3.30pm. Parkrun Parkrun at Soldiers’ Park every Saturday 8am. Walk or run at your own pace, fun and fitness is the focus. Coalfields Museum Open Thursday to Mondays, 9am to 3pm. Children under 16 free when accompanied by an adult. Riff Raff dancing Every Monday from 7pm at Collie PCYC. Beginners welcome, no partner necessary. Supper provided. Cost is $5 per person. Boomers' Dance At the Club Hotel, Saturday, May 27, 6pm till late. A local DJ with the classics from the 50s to the 80s. Meals available. Free entry. Signing centre Monday 10am to 12-noon; Thursday 2pm3.30pm; Friday 10am to 12-noon at the courthouse. Op shops The Anglican Op Shop, Tuesday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm. Vinnies open Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 1pm, now opening Saturday 9am-1pm. Donation bins at St Brigid’s church and primary school. Jo’s Bazaar, Monday and Thursday, 9am to 12pm. Harvest Life op shop Prinsep Street Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm. Foodbank here the first and third Tuesday of each month, 12:15-1pm. Collie Child and Parent Centre Playgroup Mondays at 9am (for parents and carers with children birth to 5 years old). MyTime support group (for parents and carers with children with additional needs) Tuesdays, from 12.30pm. Baby Business (for parents and carers with children birth to 2 years) Fridays at 9.00am. For more information call 9734 3364 or drop in at 6 Cable Street Collie. Send it in This column offers free publication of events for not for profit clubs and organisations. If you would like to have details of your events published in this column, send copy to nola. crvbulletin@gmail.com or classies@crvbulletin.com. Deadline 5pm on Fridays.

THE Collie Shire Council will consult with local clubs and sporting groups about allowing off-lead dog exercise within the recreation ground’s fenced playing oval. The proposed changes would apply to select areas within the ground, however would exclude the tennis courts and bowling club. Changes could also be applied at Roche Park's grounds, however the cricket ground’s fenced playing area would be excluded. Dog exercise at both facilities would not be allowed around playing surfaces during organised sports events, including training. The motion was keenly debated and carried by the casting vote of shire president Sarah Stanley. In weighing up the merits of the move, councillors were advised that many other

local governments allow for similar dual use of grounds. Potential issues were raised regarding damage that could be done to playing surfaces and dog waste. Director of Development Services Matthew Young said measures could be put in place to deal with waste, including bags and bins. Signage would also be erected regarding exercise times. Cr Elysia Harverson, who moved the motion, described “the vast majority of dog owners as being pretty responsible”. “I think they clean up after their pets and use a commonsense approach,” said Cr Harverson who is a dog owner. She added that the areas under consideration are community areas, while also noting dogs are allowed in many other shared facilities around the world. However, Cr Michelle Smith pointed to the potential for dogs to cause damage,

describing it as a “backwards” step. Cr Ian Miffling also voiced his objection. “I don’t think that sporting grounds and dogs are compatible,” Cr Miffling said. “I don’t think they should be interacting on the sporting grounds. If there was to be a dog attack, then there would be a lot of questions to answer.” It was noted the period of use could be restricted by seasonality, accommodating clubs’ sporting schedules. The council last year resolved to remove off-lead dog areas along the Collie River, from Coombes Street to Cameron Road, and investigate alternative areas. Once clubs have been consulted, the outcomes will be reported back to the council.

$1.6b. project to deliver ‘ultrafast connectivity’

CONNECTED: Telstra InfraCo CEO Brendon Riley with pieces of two fibre cables which will be laid to serve Telstra’s intercity routes.

Continued from front page It will pave the way for “express connectivity” between capital cities of up to 55Tbps per fibre pair capacity, over six times today’s typical capacity of 8.8Tbps per fibre pair. “It's fast, really fast,” Mr Riley said. “The new fibre technology will enable ultrafast connectivity between capital cities as well as into regional and remote communities. “This will support remote working and education needs, health services, high-definition entertainment consumption and online gaming, and IoT use cases, such as mining and agriculture.” Mr Riley added that the new network also provides sustainability benefits, with its high-performance fibre reducing fossil fuel-based polymer in its manufacturing. “The 240 percent longer drum length than previous drums means a reduction of CO2 emissions due to the decrease in the number of trucks transporting cabling,” he said. “The two fibre cables will be dual-ploughed to reduce the number of pits required and the amount of land disturbance.”

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$10 million granted for industrial transition TWO emerging, Collie-based companies will share more than $10.5 million in funding under the Federal Government’s Critical Minerals Development Program. Magnium Australia has secured $6.25 million to bolster the company’s efforts to bring its CSIRO-developed magnesium pilot plant to market sooner. International Graphite (IG) will get $4.7 million and the company has also secured a site for its battery anode material plant. IG signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding, enabling it to negotiate a lease over privately owned land in the Coolangatta industrial precinct east of town. The lease period over the 20 hectares of land would span 40 years, consisting of an initial 20 years, with a further 20year extension available. IG managing director and CEO Andrew Worland said it is a significant milestone in the plant’s development. “The land is cleared, well served by sealed roads and civil infrastructure, with ample space to accommodate our initial design and future expansion plans,” Mr Worland said. “Most importantly, it is only metres from the existing power network, which gives us the opportunity to purchase en-

ergy at the lowest possible transmission cost.” International Graphite will use the funding to advance feasibility studies for its proposed Springdale graphite mine, and battery anode material manufacturing plant and graphite micronising facility in Collie. Magnium was also awarded a $5 million State Government grant last month and is ultimately working towards the development of a large-scale magnesium refinery. Magnium CEO Shilow Shaffier described the grant as “a significant milestone”. “With the establishment of the pilot plant, we will be able to scale up our next-gen technology and make a significant contribution to Australia's critical metal manufacturing capabilities,” Mr Shaffier said. Construction of Magnium's $18 million pilot plant, which will produce high-purity magnesium metal, is planned to start this year. The plant will enable commercial-scale testing of the CSIRO technology. It will have the capacity to scale up to producing 800 tonnes of magnesium metal.

COLLIE-BASED medical cannabis company Cannaponics has raised a record-breaking $5 million via crowdfunding platform Birchal. The total far exceeds thecompany's original goal of $500,000. Cannaponics set the record for the platform’s largest campaign for any WA-based company, with it also becoming only the second campaign to reach the $5 million milestone. The campaign was funded by 2,771 investors. CEO Rod Zakostelsky said the company was “blown away” by the investor response. “We have the team, the tech and

the expertise to change the industry, and now we have the backing of more than 2770 Australian investors to make it happen soon,” Mr Zakostelsky said. Cannaponics is focused on accelerating the development of its Collie production facility. The company is seeking to power the construction of its cannabis farm with 100 percent renewable energy, having committed to building a 1 megawatt solar farm. The campaign has also helped widen the Cannaponics’ investor base ahead of a planned ASX listing in 2024.

Cannaponics rakes in Tourism bronze record-breaking $5m. TOURISM TOWN: the Collie Visitor Centre’s manager, Janine Page, with the 2023 tourism awards third-place plaque.

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COLLIE has again fared well in the WA Top Tourism Town Awards, claiming this year’s bronze medal in the top tourism town category. Mandurah was awarded the gold medal for the second year running, with Geraldton claiming silver. Collie Visitor Centre manager Janine Page said a lot of preparation had gone into Collie’s submission, which included an article, two-minute video, photos and a four-day itinerary. “This is the third year we have made the finals,” she said. Ms Page said Collie’s water attractions, along with its tracks and trails, are its most popular stop-offs for tourists. She said the town has something to

offer different kinds of holiday-makers all year round. “In spring you get a lot of hikers - the Bibbulmun Track is absolutely packed through spring, and a lot spend a couple of nights here,” she said. “In summer it’s the water, and in winter people like a cold-weather getaway with wood fires.” Ms Page said the WA Regional Tourism Conference, staged this year in Kalgoorlie- Boulder, was a fantastic experience, with the presentations made at a gala dinner. “Every second year they stage it in a regional area,” she said. “Next year it will be metro-based in Mandurah. “Hopefully we’ll apply for the next one after that and have the event here.”

Streetlight tariff hike rejected

THE Collie Shire Council has welcomed the Economic Regulation Authority’s rejection of Western Power’s proposed 44 percent streetlight tariff hike. The independent regulator said it acknowledged local governments’ tariff concerns, with it moderating the proposed increase to 7.5 percent. It said the price increase is in line with its forecast of the average 2023/24 network charges increase. Shire chief executive officer Stuart Devenish said council had lodged a submis-

sion in opposition to the price increases. Mr Devenish said it is the council’s position that the regulator should require Western Power to drive cost efficiencies through low-consumption LED lighting. “We lodged our strongest possible objection,” Mr Devenish said. “We identified the increase alone represented 1.4 percent of our present rate take. “The increases proposed were beyond what could reasonably be expected.”

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Battery game changer COOKING WHAT’S

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the town well positioned to become a major renewable energy hub and could pave the way for local development of the hydrogen industry. Murdoch University emeritus professor Philip Jennings described the project as a “real win for Collie”. “Collie could really become the energy hub for WA if it plays its cards right,” he said. Mr Jennings said the South West Interconnected System (SWIS) will need to evolve as the State Government ramps up large-scale wind and solar projects in the coming years, . He said a lot more storage will be required to accommodate the proposed addition of 50 gigawatts of renewable generation capacity in the next 20 years. Production of this scale also points to long-term planning to develop a hydrogen export industry. “There’s the chance of Collie not only becoming a control centre for the SWIS and a storage centre for local consump-

Horse rescued from 'funky situation'

THE Collie Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service was called on to help out a horse in a funky predicament at a property near the Collie Speedway last Friday. Jackie the horse had become stuck in a septic tank, however, the Collie volunteers, police and Bunbury Career Fire and Rescue Service members teamed up to get her safely out. River Valley Vets’ Dr Kalina Hill said she had helped treat the horse for shock once it had been lifted out of the tank. “She lifted her front legs out, and a bobcat helped to pull her out,” Dr Hill said. “She just had cuts and bruises and nothing too major that we could see that night. As far as I know she’s made a full recovery.”

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WINNING: Professor Philip Jennings calls the project a "real win for Collie" tion, but also a generating area for hydrogen production,” Mr Jennings. “Hydrogen produced in Collie could also be used for minerals processing in Kwinana because you need something to replace coal as the source of energy.” UWA adjunct professor Bill Grace said the battery system will play a significant role in the transition to renewable energy sources. Mr Grace said storage addresses the

ated and when it is required. “A battery of 500 megawatts is very significant, and will play a big role not just to store energy, but to also regulate voltage and frequency as things change on the SWIS,” he said. Mr Grace said the peak power on a February day would be around 3000 to 4000 megawatts, making 500 megawatts “a pretty significant component”. There was also the potential to scale up grid-scale battery systems, said Mr Grace. “The great thing about these batteries is that they are actually modules,” he said. “The battery will be several batteries linked together. “That gives you the opportunity to add to those, as long as you’ve got the transmission capacity. “I’d be very surprised if we don’t see that battery expanded or more batteries added in and around Collie. It’s a great outcome for Collie to have this.”

PYJAMA PLAY: Logan Giblett helps son Bodhi put together a puzzle at the Pyjama Story Time last week.

Pyjama-clad fun at the library PLENTY of fun was had at the Collie Public Library's annual Pyjama Story Time last week, with children and their parents gathering for an evening of activities and play. There were arts and crafts, followed by story time, and then ample opportunity to work off any excess energy

with dancing in the dark. With the light switch flicked off, and the music switched on, children excitedly took to the dance floor sporting an abundance of glow sticks. Rounding out the evening, bags of popcorn proved popular among parents and children alike.

SERVICE: The late Ronald Bratt came to Collie after serving in the navy.

engineering. As an engine room mechanic, his position was known in the early days as a stoker. Ron saw service during the Vietnam War, when he was a member of the crew on board the destroyer HMAS Vampire. Vampire was an escort of the troopship HMAS Sydney, which carried troops to Vung Tau, Vietnam. The Sydney, on its 14th trip to Vietnam from Australia when under escort by Vampire, was fondly known by soldiers as the “Vung Tau ferry”. With a service number of R65463, Ron was a member of the Collie-Cardiff RSL, and will be remembered always there, and by the many friends he made in Collie.

Ron Bratt's well spent life of service OB ITUARY MUJA Power Station’s first fire and emergency response officer, Ronald John Bratt, will be laid to rest in a funeral service today at Fremantle. Ron is remembered by his Muja colleagues as a great trainer and team leader who became involved in mine rescue competitions, many of which were won by his team. He was known as a good listener, jovial, good spirited and a pleasure to work with. He came to Collie after more than 20 years of service with the Royal Australian Navy, retiring with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. Born in Perth in 1946, Ron’s specialty in the navy was marine

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Coal agreement is ‘second-rate’

DONATION: Veteran Car Club chairman Eric Martin and treasurer Julie Hull handed over a new printer to Collie CWA vice president Lois Whitney and secretary Thelma Ritchie.

Batteries fund CWA's printer

USED batteries recycled by the Collie Veteran Car Club have paid for the purchase a new printer for the Collie Country Women’s Association branch. Chairman Eric Martin said the car club was delighted to be able to help the CWA, as they do so much to help others. Mr Martin said the funds raised by CWA soup and sandwiches days each

year help local organisations. “It is good to be able to give back to the CWA, especially as we raised the money by saving used batteries from landfill.” “It is a win-win situation,” added Mr Martin. The CWA members lost no time getting the printer out of its box and set up, ready to print its notices and recipes.

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AN EXTENSION of the Griffin Coal State Agreement has been labelled as a “second-rate outcome”. The agreement was due to expire next month and has been extended to June 30, 2024. South West MLC Steve Thomas said the extension was a result of the “disastrous” state of the company’s finances and was “second-rate”. He also questioned the transparency of the process. “The discussions have been going on for months, and we can only assume no longer-term resolution could be reached,” he said. Mr Thomas said the government has kept the discussions secret. “I can only assume the negotiations were too embarrassing to release,” he said. “The government’s poor management

has left them struggling to keep the lights on.” “A long-term solution to the woes at Griffin is needed, not kicking the can 12 months down the road.” The government has defended the decision, with Emergency Services Minister Stephen Dawson telling parliament last week that without the extension Griffin’s Ewington mining operation would likely cease, having an immediate impact on coal supply. The minister said the extension would ensure ongoing supply to Griffin’s customers. “The extension will provide time for the government to work with Griffin Coal and its customer base to explore options.” Mr Dawson added that the agreement could also be further extended to June 30, 2025.

THE Collie Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours event at The Vic Hotel last Friday included a presentation about Collie’s grid-scale battery project, sparking strong interest among attendees. Synergy’s Vanessa Glover provided insights about the big battery, with attendees keen to learn more

about the project. The function was hosted by the chamber’s executive Natalie Cook, with a focus on encouraging attendees to share news about their businesses and promoting collaboration. The chamber will use feedback regarding support and services to guide future initiatives.

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Dropped river levels all part of the plan COLLIE River campaigner Ed Riley has defended the decision to open the Venn Street river stop last week, leading to a drastic reduction in water levels. The river stop was opened by Collie Shire Council to release stored water following opening winter rains. Mr Riley said that while this caused a short-term drop in water levels, it enabled clearing work to be done. “The river stop was designed to release stored water when the winter rains start, and then close it after winter has passed,” Mr Riley said. “This has been the ongoing practice, subject to the season, to open it at the end of April, May and close it again come September, October.”

SKY HIGH: Jayden Holmes soars on two wheels at the Collie Velodrome fundraiser.

Velodrome pump track proposal

Organisers want council on board THE organisers of last Saturday’s Collie Velodrome fundraiser held at the Collie BMX Club hope it will help convince the Collie Shire Council of the importance of redeveloping the landmark site. WestOz Trail Design co-owners Jaymin King and Brent Welhan are pushing ahead with efforts to get the project off the ground, having made a deputation to council earlier this year about building a BMX pump track at the velodrome. Mr King and Mr Welhan said they believe councillors are behind the idea in general. “They all know that the velodrome is a bit of an eyesore at the moment, and something probably needs to be done,” Mr King said. “This event is purely for us to raise a bit of money for that and to get the community together.” Mr Welhan acknowledged there are “a lot of questions about costs”, however, pointed to the tourism benefits the redevelopment could provide. “It’s been a bit of a waste of space for 20 years now,” he said.

“We’re trying to bring it back as a recreational facility for community use and to bring people to Collie as well. “Today’s just a small snippet of what could happen with the velodrome.” Mr King believes the fundraiser will play a strong role in kickstarting the process. “It shows them that we’re committed and we’re keen to get the project up and rolling,” he said. Mr Welhan said that should the velodrome project not go ahead, the funds will be directed to the BMX club. Deputy shire president Ian Miffling said the council has “not made any commitment” to the project at this point. “The shire is working through a strategy for all public open space which will look at the best use of reserves, including the recreation ground and velodrome,” Cr Miffling said. “We are also aware of the government’s plans for a pump track to be built in Collie. “These are matters that will need to be taken into account in any decision making.”

Thrash metal video live tomorrow A MUSIC video filmed recently at the Collie Roundhouse, as reported in last week's Bulletin, will be released tomorrow. The video, for the thrash metal band Innasanatorium, was filmed by Joseph

Varley. Varley has also filmed videos for Eurovision finalists Voyagers. Drummer and former Collie boy Ryan Noonan said filming at the roundhouse was a “privilege”. The video can be viewed on the band's Facebook page.

Mr Riley said there has been concern that the activated flush should have been delayed given the dry winter forecast. “This has merit, however, the longer the river is empty, the more work can be done cleaning up, removing trolleys, fallen trees, and other rubbish,” he said. “The exposed dominant aquatic weeds will also be easier to deal with.” Mr Riley said the installation of the Venn Street stop had been validated, with the $250,000 the council borrowed in 2020 to construct both it and the Roberts Rocks stop being money well spent. “With climate change and less rain, the council’s commitment will go a long way towards helping the Collie River and Minningup Pool,” he said.

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Why is peace so elusive? Funding boost HAVE you seen the movie “The Thin Red Line”? It’s an adaptation of James Jones’ autobiographical 1962 novel, focusing on the conflict at Guadalcanal during the Second World War. In this flick we observe war’s carnage contrasted against the peaceful solitude of nature - a stark reminder of the peace we often seek yet struggle to maintain. Indeed, today we reside in mostly peaceable times, yet the quest for tranquillity seems unending. Why is this? This seeming paradox stems from the private wars we wage. Our minds become battlegrounds over self-worth, financial stress, societal pressures and fractured relationships. These struggles are amplified by the ever-evolving world, shifting political landscapes, and societal changes. Amid such tumult, finding peace becomes a

challenging pursuit. This chase, however, finds solace in the Prince of Peace, Jesus. Through him, we achieve a divine reconciliation, a restored harmony transcending our internal chaos in the form of a renewed and restored relationship to God. He offers not merely temporary respite, but a deep, enduring peace, transforming our inner conflicts into tranquillity. So, in your next battle, yearning for genuine peace, remember this: No Jesus, No Peace; Know Jesus, Know Peace. The profound peace we seek isn’t located in conflict’s absence, but in the presence of Christ. Peace isn’t a destination. Peace is personified in the person and work of Jesus. His presence ushers in the peace we long for, amidst the clamour of our personal battles.

IN last week’s Bulletin, the article about the Ferret Mark II ("Many hands fixed Ferret") restored by a team of workers from the RSL and some Collie tradesmen was missing one piece of information. The article states that Kevin Dyer

and Barney Wells purchased the scout car, which is correct, but did not report that the vehicle was then purchased from them by the Collie-Cardiff RSL Sub-Branch. The Bulletin apologises for the omission.

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IT was hugely positive this week to see the Federal Government announce funding commitments that support Collie’s Just Transition. The federal funding reinforces the WA State Government’s support already committed for both Magnium Australia and International Graphite to establish operations in Collie. The WA Labor Government has previously supported both Magnium and International Graphite as part of Collie’s transition from coal-fired power and securing new, sustainable industries. BIG congratulations to Collie on winning bronze at the 7NEWS Top Tourism Town Award. Locals already know how wonderful our town is. Much of the recent recognition relates to the significant investment the McGowan Government made in the initial funding for Collie’s transition. Our Collie Mural Trail includes the world’s biggest dam mural. Lake Kepwari and the Adventure Trails have added to the increased number of visitors embracing the attractions and small businesses in this great town we call home. A REMINDER to our Seniors Card holders, did you know you only have until May 31 to register for the annual Cost of Living Rebate? This rebate for our seniors boosts one-off payments to $104 for singles and $156 for couples. You can register for a Seniors Card and apply for the rebate online at www. seniorscard.wa.gov.au/sign-up or email info@seniorscard.wa.gov.au. Of course, my staff can assist you with this as well. I AM happy to announce we are in the new/old office. This week we remain closed to unpack and install our systems. I would love for you to join me at the new office on Saturday May 27 between 9.30am and 11.30am to have a look at the improvements thanks to some of Collie’s outstanding trades and small businesses. The office will resume normal business hours as of Monday, May 29.

IS chess a game or a sport? While it isn’t played at the Olympics, it is recognised as a sport by the International Olympic Committee. Still, moving pieces around a board doesn't exactly scream physical exertion, and I’m not sure I’ll be incorporating a game a day into my exercise routine any time soon. Professional players, however, point to the physically demanding nature of chess, which requires intense concentration for spells of up to five hours or more. In fact, it has been claimed players can burn upwards of 6000 calories a day during tournaments. For this reason, physical training is an important component of many top players' preparation. Chess enjoyed a boom in interest during Covid. As many tournaments are now held online, it provided a social connection for players around the world during lockdowns. Of course, The Queen’s Gambit mini-series also helped propel chess into the mainstream. I must have stumbled across a YouTube video at some point, and Google has since been throwing a steady stream of content my way. I wouldn’t pretend to even begin to understand the depth of play at a professional level. However, watching tournament coverage and being guided through the strategies and tactics being employed helps. There’s a level of satisfaction when an idea reveals itself. It’s the controversy that often accompanies chess that also adds to the intrigue of the contest. Chess has a long history of being played by bad-tempered and eccentric characters. You’d have to be slightly odd to devote your life to a game occupying 64 black and white squares, right? Last year controversy erupted when world number one Magnus Carlsen withdrew midway through a tournament after losing to a significantly lower rated opponent. The implication was that his opponent had somehow cheated using computer assistance. All sorts of wild theories subsequently began flying around as to how this might have been achieved. Cheating allegations are par for the course when it comes to online play, however over-the-board play is another matter entirely. Of course, chess engines now rule the roost when it comes to chess, and no human player can come close to the computer level of play. Back in 1997, the Deep Blue supercomputer bested Russian world number one Gary Kasparov, and the writing has been on the wall since. Deep Blue’s victory is now widely viewed as an early harbinger of the rise of artificial intelligence. Who knows? Maybe computers will one day solve chess by playing the perfect game. Perhaps at that point we’ll say it’s just not sport.

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People NOLA GREEN LORI Hart loves nothing better than history, unless it is being a part of history. It was for this reason she travelled to England last year to witness the celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II’s platinum jubilee. “It was a wonderful atmosphere, and I felt like I was part of history being amongst the crowds and watching all the processions,” she said. When the Queen died, Lori had to “pay her respects”. She participated in tolling the bell at All Saints Church to mark her passing, and returned to the church on the day of the funeral, dressed in black from head to toe, to light a candle and sign the condolence book. Most people contented themselves with tolling the bell a single time, but as it was being rung to mark every year of the Queen’s long life, there was the opportunity to do it more than once. Moving from the vestry door to the front door of the church, Lori said enthusiastically: “I’m going around again!” She notched up more turns at the bell than anyone else. Being able to watch King Charles III’s coronation, even through the medium of television, was a joy to her. Dressed in her royal garments and tiara, “Queen Hilde, Lady Thane of the Black Rock Land” (better known as Collie), swore the oath of fealty to His Majesty and promised her sword in defence of the Crown, before enjoying cucumber sandwiches and coronation quiche with friends. Lori loves mediaeval history and enjoys dressing up for the mediaeval sport

of archery as well as attending local mediaeval fairs. She enjoys shooting her longbow, and took the Primitive Bow national title a few years ago. Born in Seattle in the United States, her interest in the United Kingdom monarchy is perhaps surprising. “It is a matter of respect,” she said. Lori was a studious child, but her second passion, linguistics, was not an easy choice as she was dyslexic, and had to work hard at getting things right. “I went into it to get better at English, but I really enjoyed it and still do,” she said. “I loved Indian history, studying all the tribes around Seattle, and learning about their totems and customs. “They had long houses (like the Saxons), and as they were close to the ocean, seals, whales and salmon figured largely in their diet and their lives. “They had ‘potlatches’ – a way of distributing goods. If you had too many possessions, you would give them all away and start again.” She extended her interest to other tribes, like the Plains Indians who had tepees and followed the buffalo herds, the desert tribes, who were cliff dwellers, and the Seminole tribe in Florida, which focused on trade with the Spanish and English. “The Mohawk had a warrior tradition, and had lots of battles which formed part of coming to manhood, but when the whites came, they couldn’t do that anymore,” she said. “They had to change their manhood ceremonies, and they achieved this by going into building construction on the tall buildings of New York and surrounding areas. If they could walk the beams and do their work without harness, they were considered men. This practice was known as ‘skywalking’.”

Jesse Glover, Bruce Lee’s first student, Lori and her father, Ed Hart, who was Lee’s second student.

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Lori’s interest in the Mohawk tribe was linked to her interest in genealogy. Her paternal grandmother had been married to a Mohawk Indian, but no definitive paternity was found. Lori’s father was taught by Bruce Lee. He was Bruce’s second student. Bruce got into trouble with the Chinese, as they thought their art should be confined to the Chinese. “Bruce had the idea for and wrote the television show ‘Kung Fu’, but they cast David Carradine instead of him,” she said. “They told Bruce that no one would be able to understand him. Bruce put up with a lot of racism in Hollywood.” Lori decided to study linguistics, and attended university, obtaining a Bachelor’s degree. Shortly after, she married an Australian and moved to Dongara. She retained her interest in linguistics, moving into teaching. Lori worked with the Yamaji people of Geraldton and Mullewa, teaching English skills and higher education preparation. “I always seem to gravitate towards young people and language,” she said. “During that time, I was involved in the fire brigade. I was secretary and communications officer for five years.” After her divorce, she moved to Pinjarra and eventually to Collie. “I moved here on December 15, 1998, and got a job as a youth worker with PCYC,” she said.

She completed a law degree through Charles Darwin University, but didn’t finish her restricted practice period. “Having a teenager, and with limited scope for employment in the area, I decided to go back to teaching,” she said. With history as a passion, joining the Coalfields Museum was a no-brainer, and a whole new area of research beckoned. Lori became a day manager two years ago. Lori is part of a small-but-dedicated history subcommittee working on Collie’s early history. She edits newspaper articles from Trove and enters data into the museum’s archive base. “We’re building a database of people, events, places and organisations in and around Collie,” she said. “When the database is complete, people will be able to give us a name, or an event, etc., and we’ll be able to enter the name and a list of all the articles relating to it will appear. “It’s the same for objects in the museum. If a museum object is related to the person, the database will tell us.” Lori’s son, Ronnie, has worked at Premier Coal for over 10 years. He has given her a beautiful granddaughter. “I started reading Shakespeare and The Brothers Grimm to granddaughter Everleigh when she was three weeks old,” she said, noting, with a wink, “You can’t start them too young.”

requisite shirt. It was a great response with one notable absence - the chairperson. Common ground Telstra InfraCo CEO Brendon Riley, in town to visit his parents, said he has a lot in common with Telstra’s new CEO. Both come from country towns, both attended local high schools, and both were captains of their schools.

Delight Brendon was delighted to announce Telstra’s new high-speed route is coming to Collie. He said he told the planners that when they reached the bottom of Roelands Hill they should turn left and come up the hill. Not proceed straight ahead to old rival, Bunbury.

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US showed interest in local band Top United States record label Interscope showed interest in signing Collie band Spencer Tracy. A label representative was coming to Western Australia in June, 2003, to hear the band play. Interscope had some of the biggest acts in the music industry, including U2, Eminem and Weezer. Prostitution bill not opposed Collie could have been home to a brothel. Collie councillors rejected an option to oppose the Prostitution Control Bill 2003 at their meeting. A motion to oppose the proposed legislation was lost 6/5, with council deciding it needed more information before making a decision. Substance abusers filled beds Substance abuse-related issues ac-

Contributed by Kym Saunders counted for 63 percent of hospitalisation at the Collie District Hospital in 2001, mostly from alcohol and tobacco. This was disclosed to the Collie Roadwise Committee in its 2003 annual general meeting. Then-committee chairperson Geoff Wilkes said the issue of drugs and alcohol was raised often at meetings, so speakers were invited to put some figures on the table for members to consider. Timber industries suffered A lack of government funding could have impacted Collie's timber industries hard. Funds that were promised to the area were withheld, which had the potential to affect both existing and potential timber industries in the Collie area. Then-Collie MLA Mick Murray said Collie and other timber areas were being

used as puppets by the Federal Government. Club raised $12,000 for injured former footballer More than $12,000 was raised for former Mines Rovers’ football player Perry Green, who was in a car accident in 2003 and was considered to be in a wheelchair for life. His teammates rallied behind him with a fundraising auction. Sport Eagles rallied in second half The Collie Eagles overcame a poor first half in their clash with the August-Margaret River Hawks in Collie to run out 20 point winners in round seven of the 2003 South West Football League season, with the Eagles scoring 10.15 (75) to the Hawks 8.7 (55).

ST BRIGID’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Cnr Prinsep and Medic Streets. Parish Priest: Fr. Gerald Tan Office: 9793 2011. email:stbrigidscollie@ optusnet.com.au Weekend Masses: St. Brigid’s: 6.00pm Saturday, 10.00am Sunday. St. Mary’s, Darkan: 8.00am, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month. Baptisms and weddings by request. Vinnie’s shop: 9734 5664. Shopping hours: 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH: Cnr Wittenoom & Steere Streets. You are welcome to fellowship with us, we meet every second and fourth Saturday. Bible Study 9.30am, Service 11am. 88.0 faithFM WEST ARTHUR: The Uniting Church meets on the first and third Sunday of the month at 9am. KYB is held on Tuesday at 9.30am at the Old Duranillin School. The Catholic Church meets on the first and third Sunday of the month at 8am. The Anglican Church meets on: Second Sunday of the month at 8am at Darkan Fourth Sunday of the month at 8am at Darkan. Third Sunday of the month at 8am at Arthur River.

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Collie’s early education The old Collie School.

MUSEUM MORSELS Contributor: TOM REARDON IN this article the education situation in Collie in the early years of the town will be explored, looking at the government school and its proposed changes to the curriculum at the end of 1912. The principal was Mr Thomas Shaw, who was appointed at the end of 1910. In that time, the school grew from an enrollment of 273 pupils at the end of 1910 to 395 pupils less than two years later. This necessitated an increase of teaching staff from six to 10. It reduced the teacher-pupil ratio from 45.5 pupils per teacher at the start of 1911 to 39.5 pupils per teacher at the end of 1912 - a reduction of six pupils per teacher. The Collie School was at that stage believed to be the largest school in the state south of Perth. When Shaw first arrived, the infant classes were taught in the Boys’ Manual School, which was bitterly cold and draughty. In the winter of 2012, they were moved to the Coliseum Hall some distance from the school, where conditions were no better. In the latter part of 1912, they had moved once again back to the school and were taught in the comfort of the hall and the classroom next to it. At the end of 1912, plans were well advanced to the erection of another brick building during the holidays, including a classroom, hat room and lavatory. Buildings were certainly a priority in 1912, with the Household Management School, costing about £680, built. Because of the shortage of classrooms, Household Management subjects had been discontinued, however were resumed in 1913. The girls in standards five, six and seven spent one-and-a-half days each week taking lessons in cooking, laundry work, home nursing, ambulance and millinery. The Boys’ Manual School had also been completed at a cost of about £350, the cost including tools and equipment.

The boys were able to learn woodwork, the use of tools, mechanical drawing, simple perspective and elementary workshop calculations. Because of his progressive ideas, Thomas Shaw was instrumental in the school embracing new ways of teaching and learning. He believed that mental work should no longer “reign supreme” in the curriculum, but that manual work should receive its share of attention. He announced in his annual report in 1912 that children would learn not only by listening but by doing. He suggested that by using plasticine and other materials children would discover how to do activities, construct items and use their physical powers more. He believed that by adopting this approach, along with the junior cadet training that the school had in place, “Collie will soon raise a race of men and women of whom Australia and the Empire will be proud”. Money could also have been an incentive, because for every efficient cadet it had, the school received four shillings from the Federal Government. Since there were 60 cadets, the school received £12 annually. Children were also taught the concept of saving money, although in those days it was said pupils were taught “the ideas of thrift”. In his two years at the school Thomas Shaw reported that the school pupils had won about £90 in scholarships.

“A fine attendance is being maintained, and the accommodation is fully taxed, the school is in a creditable condition throughout, and the pupils’ attainments are well up to the department's requirements. “The children are well controlled by the teachers and their general demeanour and bearing are pleasing. “The classification is sound, and the ensuing year will open auspiciously since the majority of the infant pupils are being advanced. “The efforts in this direction are certain to have a marked effect on the age of pupils in the lower standard classes.” Mr Thomas Shaw was always mindful of the role played by the teachers, and would often comment on how grateful he was that the teachers took a keen interest in their pupils’ wellbeing. He would have been justly proud of the advancement brought about under his tenure as Collie School headmaster.

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Two Collie boys were sent to Perth to further their education, and in 1912 Roland Higgins became a champion athlete at the Modern School in Perth, while Ivor Digwood was dux of his year. In the primary exam in 1912, four pupils secured passes, with Garland and Willie Smith doing remarkably well. Thomas Shaw was full of praise for Robert Braddock, the headmaster before him, for developing the school library in 1912, which was considered among the best in the state. Each class had its own little library with books suitable for that age level. There was also a general library for the whole school. The school was inspected in late-1912, and in part the inspector’s report stated that:

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QUALIFIED LIGHT VEHICLE MECHANIC

We are looking for a qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic to join our dynamic team here at CTEC Mechanical Collie. If you enjoy working in a fast paced, modern workshop we’d love to hear from you. Hours would be Monday – Friday. ABOVE AWARD RATES. Please forward your resume to admin@ ctecmechanical.com.au. Applications close: 30th May, 2023.

DEATHS BRATT (Ron): You'll always be remembered Ron, as a dear friend to me, true, loyal and very respectful! Sadly missed by all of us in Collie. Marie x. GIBLETT (Barry): Words cannot describe our sense of loss and devastation at Barry's passing. Love and thoughts to our best friend Maureen and family. Pauline and Trevor. GIBLETT (Barry): Past president of Collie Senior Citizens, 2014-2016. Sympathy to his family. MILLS (Peter): Some of the best moments in our life were spent with you. Thanks for the wonderful memories. Will miss you so much. All our love to Michael. Much loved Uncle to Leanne, Rob, Jye, Trent and Neve. MILLS (Peter Robert): Much loved brother of Melva and brother-in-law of George (dec). Uncle of Gary and Terri, Trevor (dec), Leanne and Rob, and families. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

FOR SALE BOOKS: John's book exchange will be at AG society building, 9am to noon every Monday. Great selection of books. Phone 0428 341 470. FRESH, FREE RANGE EGGS: at The Mumby Shop, $6.50 per doz. LIME and FERTILISER: Bulk ag lime and fertiliser delivered bulk to Collie and surrounds, call Mumballup Organics. 0417 322 007.

PUBLIC NOTICES HEART HUB RAFFLE RESULTS: Congratulations to the winner of Heart Hub South West’s Thermomix Raffle drawn on Wednesday 10th May. The winning ticket number was 135. Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket to support our cause. COLLIE ROTARY CLUB: Drop your cans at Collie Mowers and More or cite the account number C10397872 at the Cash for Cans depot to help raise funds for community youth programs.

EMPLOYMENT

PUBLIC NOTICES

Roche Park Recreation Centre Cleaner - Part-time

Harris River Bush Fire Brigade Annual General Meeting

Roche Park is the major community venue of sport and recreation activities for the Collie community. It is the largest community venue in the Shire and accommodates many of the recreational needs of the community. The Recreation Centre plays an integral role in ensuring Collie community members remain physically and mentally healthy. Reporting to the Recreation Centre Manager, the Centre Cleaner is responsible for providing and maintaining safe and hygienic recreational facilities. This is a part time position for 16 hours per fortnight with the potential for additional hours dependent on Centre events and leave requirements. The successful applicant will be a diligent individual with sound time management and communication skills and working knowledge of hygiene and cleaning practices, including relevant occupational health and safety principles. This role offers you the opportunity to work in a supportive and friendly work environment. The Shire of Collie is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity enriches our expertise and capability in providing and maintaining facilities, services and support to our community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. To view further details, please visit our Employment webpage https://www.collie.wa.gov.au/council/ employment/ Applications can be addressed to the Human Resources Officer at hr@collie.wa.gov.au. Applications close on Monday 13 June 2023 at 4.30 pm.

WANTED DONGA: Transportable Building Donga wanted 10 to 20 foot long as bedroom for Collie Hobbie Farm. Phone Andrew on 0481067546 GUTTER CLEANER: Wanted someone to clean gutters at 7A Mary Street. Phone 0449 293 981.

Please be advised of the following date for the Annual General Meeting of the Harris River Bush Fire Brigade Friday 9th June 2023 commencing at 6.00pm To be held at the Harris River Bush Fire Brigade, Brigade Road, Harris River WA 6225 All existing and potential new members are welcome. For any information, please contact the Shire office on 9734 9000

Collie Senior High School

40 Year Reunion

A reunion will be held for past students and teachers who attended Collie Senior High School in Yr8 1979, Yr9 1980, Yr10 1981, Yr11 1982 and culminating in Yr12 1983. Collie Ridge Motel Function Centre, Coalfields Hwy, Collie WA 6225 Saturday 23rd September 2023 6.30pm-late Cost $50/head RSVP: No later than Friday June 30, 2023 Please contact Belinda Dent (nee Humphryson) 0429 177 126 or John Battista 0467 777 213 for RSVP details. GRANT APPLICATIONSEXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO PROVIDERS OF YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVES The Rotary Club of Collie invites organisations to apply for grants to provide youth mental health initiatives in the Collie area. The funds raised in the recent Rotary Raffle will be provided to applicants who best demonstrate an ability to provide effective activities, services or events that promote improvements in the mental health of Collie’s youth. Grant applications close 22 June. Enquiries, expressions of interest and requests for application forms may be emailed to: registrar@collierotary.org

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BREAKTHROUGH Eagles record first win of season THE Collie Eagles secured their first win of the South West Football League season in Jayce Fontana’s 150th game at Eaton last Sunday. The Eagles starting line-up featured the return of big man Jackson Broadbent, the introduction of Tom Monohan and the return of Cameron Davidson and recruit Ben Higgs from injury. Collie started strongly from the first bounce with Teale DeAngelis up against former Eagles ruckman Paul Rinder. The Eagles pushed forward multiple times with strong marking from forwards Broadbent and Fontana resulting in first quarter goals to set up a nine point quater-time lead, 22 to 13. Collie continued to do well in the marking contests in the second term, with Cameron Davidson dominating the backline. Sam Russell, Zac Pilatti and Liam Rueben worked hard through the midfield and were able to provide their forwards with opportunities that led to the team leading 49-22 at the long break. Eaton outscored Collie by six points in the third term when their captain, Gregory Humphries, got plenty of the ball. The Boomers rallied to kick three cosecutive goals but Collie still held a 19 point advantage going into the last term. In the final quarter Collie took the game on, locking the ball in their forward line. Their efforts were, however, hampered by some inaccurate shooting for goals and this left the door open for Eaton but again the Collie defenders, led by Davidson, Kye Barker, veteran Matt Blackford

and Jak Mounsey kept them at bay and restricting their scoring to just three points for the term. A highlight for Eaton was an absolute screamer mark taken by Humphries over Talan Michael late in the game. Collie sang the team song for the first time this year in a solid 26 point win, 10.12 (72) to 6.9 (45). Goal scorers for a Collie were three to Fontana, two each to Broadbent and Higgs, and singles to Michael, Russell and Monohan. Collie had multiple winners all over the field with Jayce Fontana celebrating his 150th game with a best on ground performance for Collie and receiving the Belt-up round football and jersey.

Sam Moyses has the jump on his Eaton opponent in the reserves match.

Eaton beat Eagles in entertaining clash

NETBALL

Morgan Becker has possession of the ball as Chloe Underdown moves in to shepherd.

Reeve Gooch gets his handball away as Billy Barrett comes in to lend assistance during the colts impressive win over Eaton.

EATON overcame a slow start to eventually beat the Collie Eagles masters netball team 46-40 in an entertaining game at Eaton last Friday night. The Eagles started well against the undefeated Eaton, coming out firing to score seven goals before Eaton was able to respond. A strong performance from all over the court from Collie and inaccurate shooting from Eaton enabled the Eagles to lead 10-6 at quarter time. Collie got an early jump in the second term to get out to a nine-goal lead with a strong team effort and 100 percent accuracy in the shooting circle. Changes midway through the quarter unsettled Collie as Eaton fought back to be five down at half time. The third quarter was goal for goal with the Eaton shooters starting to find range to narrow the lead to three at the last break. The final quarter was neck-and-neck with the game tied with two minutes to go before errors started creeping into Collie’s play, enabling the experienced Eaton to methodically take control for a 46-40 win in an entertaining encounter. MVP was Angela Repacholi for a great game in wing attack. COLLIE under 18s came up against the ladder leaders and after a tough start in the first quarter found themselves down by 13 goals. The Collie girls recovered in the second quarter but the strong Eaton shooters proved too tough to match and established a 16 goal advantage at the break. To Collie’s credit the talented young team pulled together to win the last half narrowing the margin back to six goals, as Grace Millichamp was unmatched in the goal circle, shooting with great accuracy. The huge efforts of Parae Pitman,

Katie O’Brien and Greta Hall, in defence, ensured the strong Eaton shooting line did not continue to make a difference in the second half. The Eagles went down 50-42 in a high scoring game with shooter Millichamp the MVP for her outstanding game in goals. IN THE under 16s, the Eagles continued their fine form to completely dominate the first quarter outscoring Eaton by 10 goals. The defensive efforts by Ava Roney and Emmi Cahill limited Eaton’s opportunities to score, putting the team in a comfortable position. Liliana Pierce backed them up at wing defence, making it a battle for Eaton to get the ball to their shooters. The great work by the midcourt and shooters ensured Collie came out on top. Catilin Spencer shot with great accuracy, deserving the MVP award for the game. Despite missing three players and tiring a little in the last quarter, the Eagles were comfortable 45-32 winners. COLLIE’S reserves had a shaky start in the first quarter but recovered to outscore Eaton by four goals. Elle Lincoln was outstanding in defence, making it tough for Eaton to score, while Jayde Timmins speed through the midcourt kept the ball moving quickly into the hands of shooters Carly O’Brien and Abbey Sharp, who were hardly ever missing from anywhere in the circle. Sheridan Timms guided her team well through the middle and Emily Hayhurst, who is still recovering from illness, played strongly at wing attack. Collie managed to outscore Eaton in each quarter to take the game 52-30. MVP was Stephanie Musitano who read the play well, making a number of interceptions in the unfamiliar role of defence due to an injury to Sally Sharp the previous week.

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Jaydon Ellery’s big day out

Three novelties landed during 39-point round GOLF JAYDON Ellery had a day to remember when the HB Financial Services 18-hole stableford event was held at the Collie Golf Club last Saturday. Ellery collected a trio of novelties, highlighted by an eagle three on the par five third hole, on his way to victory, posting 39 points for a well-deserved win in the

field of 53 men. Caleb Fogarty made it a family linked quinella with a steady 38 to be runner-up with Stephen Edwards a further shot back on a meritorious 37. It was a day of moderate scoring in the main, despite the summer like conditions, with Gary Old the only other player to match his handicap, on 36. Jim Tyler and Peter Coombs were next on 35. Then came Baxter Miller and Greg

Bell with 34 apiece, while Ron Annandale, Brett Smith, Cody Irvine and Joe Italiano rounded out the vouchers on 34. The ladies’ section was well patronised, with 12 taking part. Terri Old scored 38 to claim the trophy, with vouchers going to Nancy Lynn 33, Patti Law, Dot Sullivan, Pauline Lockhart, Rhonda Annandale and Dot Lawrence 32. Besides the winner, other novelties in

Scroungers double for ladies BOWLS

THE Collie Bowling Club’s ladies played scroungers on both Tuesday and Thursday last week. Tuesdays’ game was won by Cheryle Brown, on 38 points, from Eileen Hindle 34. Penny Valli won on Thursday with 16 points from Kath McElroy and Eileen Hindle on 12. Any non-member ladies and visitors wishing to try their hand at bowls or

cards will be most welcome. The ladies meet every Tuesday and Thursday at 10am. THERE was a good turnout for the Wednesday meat pack event last week. There were two games played, with a change of partners for the second. Five players finished with two wins and the overall winner was Len Flynn with 4 plus 20 from Terry Uren and Max Cubic both with 4 plus 16. The other players with four points were Ray Colgan and Peter Virgin.

LAST Sunday’s scroungers attracted a great attendance with four rinks of three and two rinks of four players. The rink winners played in pairs with the winners from this section advancing to the final, which was won by Vicki Daniel from Max Cubic and Ray Colgan. The highest scorer was Max Cubic and the consolation winner was Tony Kent. Members should check the notice boards for upcoming events.

Women’s hockey match results and fixtures DETAILS of women’s hockey matches played last week at the Preston Road turf are as follows Intermediates: Rovers 5 (L Marley 2, L Smith 2, M Bercene) d Amaroo 1 (M Jones). Best, Rovers: N Bercene, Z Ireland, L Marley; Amaroo: A Michael, S Michael, P White. Swans 0 drew Mustangs 0. Best, Swans: K Davies, T Fraser, L Tilbrook; Mustangs: Team effort A grade: Amaroo 4 (T Tomasini 2, C Jones, A Michael) d Swans 0. Best, Amaroo: C Jones, A Michael, T Tomasini; Swans: M Irving, J Wood, K Tilbrook. Rovers 9 (P Marley 2, W Marley 2, D Macintyre 2, L Marley, L Crowe, D Cockram) d Mustangs 0. Best, Rovers:

L Crowe, D Cockram, W Marley; Mustangs: A Pitchers, A Johnson, J Lee. Primary grade: Blue 3 (I Jones 2, A Ingram) d Green 0. Best, Blue: J Spencer, J Pike, E Sprigg; Green: J Cochrane, Z Ireland, J Vernon. Orange 2 (A Crowe, Q O'Brien) d Red 0. Best Orange: B O'Brien, E Burek, A Crowe; Red: I Crowe, B Digney, F Wheeler. Fixtures for next week Today (Thursday), primary grade, 4pm: Orange v Green ( M Jones, Levi Crowe); 5pm: Blue v Red (M White, B Morton) Saturday, A grade, 3pm: Swans v Mustangs (J Crowe, K Crowe; Tech bench, Swans, Mustangs); 6pm: Amaroo v Rov-

ers (G Pullan, G Faries; Tech bench, Amaroo, Rovers). Tuesday, mini, 4pm to 4.45pm (S Michael, S Britton, N Bercene). Umpires to be at ground by 3.45pm, please bring your stick and a whistle; Intermediates, 5.15pm: Mustangs v Amaroo (A Boyle, D Cockram; Tech bench, Mustangs, Amaroo); 6.30pm: Rovers v Swans (J Pilatti, M Fleay; Tech bench Rovers/Swans. Thursday, June 1, primary grade, 4pm: Green v Red (A Pitchers, S Newton); 5pm: Blue v Orange (B Crowe, M White). Bunbury Carnival Training for years 5 and 6 is on Friday at the high school Oval, 4.30pm to 5.30pm; Year 9 and 10 train on Friday at the hockey ground, 4pm to 5pm.

the full field of 66 were won by Connor Mumme, Peter Ellery, Rhonda Annandale, Ken Tate, Graham Williams, Stephen Edwards, Terri Old, Max Thomas and Ron Annandale. A FIELD of 41 players took to the course in glorious conditions for the GOSH sponsored Tuesday leisure day competition last week when the special award was won in fine style by Connor Mumme on 38 points after a great round of 77 hits. Phil Rabjones was the unlucky bridesmaid, on countback, with a matching score. Jake Timms made the top three on 37, followed by Bruce Miller and Ken Tate on 36. Max Thomas, John Brown and Jay Robinson on 35. Novelties went to Troy Sheppard, Fred Bronickis, Graham Williams, John Williamson and John Wray. IAN Shannon saluted the judge, winning last Thursday’s scroungers with a healthy return of 20 points. In a very close, good scoring affair, he made the most of his opportunities to just eclipse Corey Gulvin, David Laird, and Dean Rakich on 19. “Captain Rak” had the best gross after 39 shots on the front nine. Troy Sheppard was next on 18 in the nett, with John Brown and Peter Coombs completing the top scorers with 17 in the field of 37 players. Joe Italiano, Troy Sheppard, John Williamson, and John Brown took out the novelties. THERE were 24 ladies in the Rhonda Annandale sponsored par event played last week, on Wednesday. Michelle Tate was successful with plus two, followed by Rhonda Annandale on plus one. Donna Smith and Margaret Whipp made up the top four on square, while Lesley Motion, Annette Atherton, Dot Lawrence and Bev Moyses were all rewarded for their respective scores. Novelties went to Dot Lawrence and Terri Old. THIS week’s events Today (Thursday), nine-hole scroungers; Saturday, Collie Freightlines 18-hole stableford; Tuesday, GOSH Leisure day; Wednesday, ladies’ competition day.

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Fontana celebrates 150th with a win JAYCE Fontana celebrated his 150th league game with the Collie Eagles on Sunday, with a win over the Eaton Boomers. Fontana said the 27-point win, the Eagles’ first for the year, was a confidence booster in what has been a tough season for the club. “It was good to get the win and the boys got around me,” he said. Fontana brought up the 150th milestone in his ninth season with the Eagles. “It’s a big commitment with three nights of training each week and then the games obviously,” he said. Making the 2016 grand final stands out

as a career highlight, along with leading the league goal kicking with 52 majors in the same year. “From a personal standpoint, that was probably my biggest highlight,” Fontana said. The Eagles will seek to build momentum in the coming weeks. “We played a lot better footy on the weekend,” Fontana said. “We had a few more players back from injury and played a better brand of footy. “It’s looking good for the games coming up.” There will be a presentation at the Eagles’ home game this Sunday, with Fontana to get life membership.

BREAKTHROUGH

MILESTONE MAN: Collie Eagle Jayce Fontana is carried off the ground by teammates Teale DeAngelis and Cameron Davidson after his 150th league game.

Eagles open account at Eaton

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