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Boyup Brook

Volume 23

Issue 12

Dec 2015

86 ABEL ST BOYUP BROOK WA 6244 PH 08 9765 1169 FAX 08 9765 1340 EMAIL: gazette@boyupbrook.org

INSIDE THIS MONTH Pg 2 My Inbox / Calendar Pg 3 Regional Award for CMC Pg 4 Shire Matters Pg 5 Kulikup Hall Centenary Pg 6-7 About Town Pg 8 Fishing Competition Pg 8 Remembrance Day Pg 9 Performance for Seniors

Pg 9 Teachers Shine Pg 9 Farewell to Coordinators Pg 11 Boyup Shows Off Pg 12-13 UBAS Trophy Winners Pg 14 Rodeo Wow Factor Pg 14 Getting Crafty Pg 15-17 Christmas Notices Pg 18-19 CRC Newsletter

Pg 20 Boyup Supports Guide Dogs Pg 21 Venturon Success Pg 22 Plant Substitutes / Museum Pg 23 Garden Club / RFDS Update Pg 23 Playgroup Pitter Patter Pg 24 Medical Service Pg 24 Poems by Chick Pg 25 Rally in the Valley

Pg 25 BBG Project Success Pg 25 BBG Photo Competition Pg 26 History of George Harding Pg 27 Vale: Arnold Bode Pg 28-29 A Year with the Ambos Pg 30 Visitor Centre News Pg 31 Be Still / Church Notices / MOW Pg 33-35 Sport

Boyup Brook Community Christmas Celebrations

Friday December 4th

Abel Park, behind Visitor Centre, from 5:00pm

See page 4 for more information

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 2

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

December

1st BB Netball Association AGM @ BB Club 6pm

2nd Shire of Boyup Brook and IGA Seniors’ Lunch

2nd Computer Club @ CRC

3rd Men’s Shed meeting 5:30pm

3rd Playgroup - Let’s Make Decorations

4th Community Christmas Celebrations @ Abel Park 5pm

4th Boyup Brook Club Christmas Party @ 7pm

5th Social Tennis 2pm

9th ‘Lost Boyup Brook’ Facebook page launch @ Museum 2pm

9th Computer Club @ CRC

9th Fetter Chiropractic @ CRC 9am -1pm

10th Playgroup - Christmas Party

10th Men’s Shed meeting 5:30pm

11th Hon. Colin Holt MLC Mobile Electorate @ CRC 8:30-9:30am

12th Cricket Juniors - Home game Boyup vs Woylies

12th Cricket Seniors - Home game Boyup vs Forestry

12th Social Tennis 2pm

12th Christmas Ballet Concert - Town Hall 6:30pm

12th Symphony in the City Simulcast @ CRC from 7pm

15th Bushfire Information Session @ CRC 10am-12noon

16th Computer Club @ CRC

17th Council meeting @ BB Chambers

17th Men’s Shed meeting 5:30pm

18th Boyup Brook Co-op Christmas Celebrations 5:30pm

19th Tennis - Handicap Mixed Doubles & Christmas Party

19th Wilga Christmas Tree @ Wilga Community Hall 6:30pm

19th Dinninup Christmas Party from 5pm @ Showgrounds

20th Gazette Deadline

20th Community Carol Service @ St Saviour’s 6pm

23rd Fetter Chiropractic @ CRC 9am -1pm

23rd Computer Club @ CRC

24th Community Banking forms due back to CRC

24th Men’s Shed meeting 5:30pm

25th Christmas Day

26th Boxing Day

26th Social Tennis 2pm

28th Public Holiday (Boxing Day)

31st Men’s Shed meeting 5:30pm

31st New Years Eve

See page 7 for a list of weekly events

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My Inbox….

What a year 2015 has been and it’s not over yet! December is filled with lots of activities as our schools and community groups wind-up for the year and everyone takes the chance to catch up for Christmas celebrations.

Congratulations to the UBAS for another successful Show Day and to the Country Music Club on their recent award. These are just two examples of the fantastic results that can be achieved by our voluntary community groups. Another is featured on pages 28 and 29 with a pictorial representation of the activities that our St John Ambulance volunteers have been involved with during the year.

Thank you to our loyal readers and advertising businesses. Your support of the Gazette is appreciated and it gives me such a buzz to receive positive feedback about the paper that YOU all help to make so special.

I wish you well for the Christmas and New Year period. Enjoy the festivities and a break. Please stay safe and let’s look forward to another big year in 2016.

Cheers, Jodi

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The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 3

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Member for Warren Blackwood Terry Redman has congratulated the Country Music Club of Boyup Brook on winning the Perth Airport Events and Tourism Award category at the prestigious 2015 Regional Achievement and Community Awards.

Category winners have each received a $2000 bank account from the Commonwealth Bank. As Regional Development Minister, Mr Redman is the proud patron of the awards, which were presented in front of almost 400 guests in Perth.

“It was particularly pleasing to see the Country Music Club of Boyup Brook recognised for the outstanding contribution it makes to both the local community and the region in terms of hosting magnificent social events with associated economic benefits,” he said.

“The club started with 600 music lovers 30 years ago, and is now attracting more than 15,000 people to its annual Country Music Festival.” The festival caters for all ages and demographics and features concerts, a ute and truck muster, a carnival, workshops and an art exhibition.

Mr Redman praised the tremendous community involvement inspired by the club for events it hosts and coordinates. “In a community of only 1500, the club is supported by 60 local organisations and more than 250 volunteers,” he said. “This community spirit is a real credit to Boyup Brook and is an example of how local events foster social cohesion, cultural identity and belonging.”

Above: Country Music Club of Boyup Brook representatives Dave McFadyean, Kathy Langley, Kaye Kerruish, Sharon and Daly Winter accepting the award from Fiona Lander, Perth Airport - Executive General Manager Corporate Affairs and Organisational Development

A full list of the Regional Achievement Award winners can be

found at www.awardsaustralia.com/regional-achievement-

community-awards/wa/current-winners

Country Music Club Achieves Regional Award

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 4

Your Boyup Brook Shire Council Matters

country choice Welcome to the latest Council news items and information on ‘

what’s going on at your shire’!

Shire of Boyup Brook Council Chambers, Abel Street, PO Box 2, Boyup Brook WA 6244

Telephone: 08 9765 1200 Fax: 08 9765 1485

Web site www.boyupbrook.wa.gov.au shire@boyupbrook.wa.gov.au

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Shire Council Matters are printed as received and no changes are made or edited. Only formatting has occurred to fit the space.

The following meeting dates and times apply for the 2015 year: 17 December 2015

Council Minutes Please see the minutes at the front counter or on the website from the Council Meetings held in 2015.

GENERAL BUSINESS That the following meeting dates and times apply for the 2016 year: Held at 5.00pm in the Boyup Brook Chambers 18th February 2016 17th March 2016 21st April 2016 19th May 2016 16th June 2016 21st July 2016 18th August 2016 15th September 2016 20th October 2016 17th November 2016 15th December 2016

Residents are welcome to attend the meetings and raise any issues with Council.

Office Closure over the Christmas break The Shire Office, including Police Licensing services, will be closed over the Christmas break from 21st December 2015 and reopen on 4th January 2016.

Merry Christmas The Shire President, Councillors and staff wish you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

Community Christmas Celebrations Friday 4th December 2015 at Abel Park behind the Visitor Centre, Corner Abel and Bridge Streets Activities start around 5.00pm Carols, Bouncy Castle, Free Sausage Sizzle, Ice Creams, Father Christmas.

Australia Day Celebrations Council will host an Australia day Breakfast on Monday 26th January 2016. An open invitation is extended to all residents. The breakfast will start at 8am at the Music Park Jackson Street with a flag raising ceremony. The activities will include a presentation to the winner of the Citizen of the Year, Sportsperson of the Year and Young Achiever of the Year.

MEETING DEFERRED Annual General Meeting of Electors The Annual General Meeting of Electors meeting will not be held on 17th December 2015 as previously advertised. The aim is to hold the meeting, after the festive season and school holidays, on 16th February 2016 at 7pm in the Shire Chambers.

Boyup Brook Transfer Station Christmas Closure Please note that the Transfer Station will be closed on Monday 26th December 2015. Normal opening hours will apply before and after this period.

RATES Second Instalment due 8th December 2015. Please be advised if the first instalment was not made by close of business on 8th October 2015 there will be NO REMINDER NOTICES sent. Difficulty in paying Rates Please contact the Rates Officer to discuss options that may be available.

Road/Drainage Upgrade Works – Railway Parade Please be advised that construction works will be commencing from 30th November 2015 to the end of February 2016 along the length of Railway Parade in the town of Boyup Brook as part of the Shire’s town infrastructure upgrades.

Community Housing for Eligible People in the Shire With the aim of providing affordable (community) housing, the Shire of Boyup Brook in association with the Department of Housing, has two duplexes: one being in Proctor Street; and the other in Forrest Street. Eligibility: Eligibility for a rental unit is determined based on the following criteria: 1. Income - applicants must be able to provide evidence of being on

a low income. 2. Assets - able to meet Community Housing Income & Asset Limits

Policy by providing evidence of assets and monies held in deposit for example bank accounts including term deposits and superannuation funds; not a home owner or have a financial interest in any property.

3. Resident status - applicants will be Australian citizens or have permanent resident status.

4. Have applied to the Western Australian Department of Housing for rental housing.

Applying for Community Housing Application Forms can be acquired from the Shire of Boyup Brook Administration office or by telephoning the Shire on (08) 9765 1200.

Councillor’s Corner I am not one for promises, they can be broken. I am one for listening and doing what I can. My whole working life has been about customer service, and residents are customers.

Another part of my life was spent in the Defence Forces, walking around town with its beautiful sights and wonderful smells. Our way of life is worth defending to the nay-sayers. To the Shire workers that make this possible – thank you. Having seen a lot of brown land, I can honestly say we do live in a wonderful part of the Country.

Lizz Rear, Dinninup Ward

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 5

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Having a facelift in preparation for your 100th birthday celebration is not something you hear of every day. But that is exactly what has just happened in Kulikup.

The Kulikup Hall looked resplendent when the ‘old dame’ welcomed 140 people to an event to mark its centenary on November 8.

Representatives of many of Kulikup’s earliest pioneers attended the celebrations. Historic names including Chambers, Fairbrass, Stewart, Torrie, Jilley, Staniforth-Smith, Hendry and Wardle (just to name a few), came together to remember old times and celebrate the warmth and support the small rural community has offered so many.

Some shared stories of cricket, dances and bands, school days, tennis, CWA, amateur night concerts, badminton, the annual ‘Christmas Tree’ (where one year 100 children attended), church services and Sunday school in Kulikup.

All spoke with pride and fondness for a community which, although now greatly reduced in size, continues to thrive.

The hall’s facelift is evidence of how the community spirit lives on. The ‘cosmetic surgeon’ was one of the town’s few remaining residents, ‘Tiny’ Patterson. Hall centenary committee member, Roz Fairbrass, told the crowded hall of a timely meeting she had with Tiny, earlier this year.

“We were having a cuppa one day when Tiny sat back and told me that he thought it was high time the old dame had a facelift,” Roz said. “I gasped and thought it was a bit rude of him to say it to my face,” she laughed, “but then he clarified things and told me he was talking about the Kulikup Hall.”

Soon after, Tiny set to work, spending many hours painting and repairing the old building. During the speeches at the centenary event, Roz Fairbrass announced Tiny’s many hours of work had earned him honorary status and presented ‘The Mayor of Kulikup’ with a symbolic key to the door.

Among those celebrating the long life of the old hall was the grandson of the man who, in 1915, built the community hall. Des O’Connell’s grandfather, Alfred Whittaker, built the hall after local community demand for a place to hold dances.

Des, now of Duranillin, talked proudly of his grandfather’s skill as a builder, and regards an old box, filled with many of Alfred’s

construction tools, as one of his most treasured possessions.

An interesting story of the hall’s construction was that it defied normal construction practice in that the hall’s floor was the first thing to be built. It seems the pre-war residents of Kulikup were very keen to get on with their dancing.

For the centenary celebrations, the Staniforth-Smith family did an excellent display to commemorate the Kulikup Races, a notable and memorable chapter in the district’s history. Annual race meetings were held in early January between 1915 and 1953.

The racetrack, now overgrown and near forgotten, was on the western side of the township.

The Kulikup Hall centenary drew people from across Australia. Keith Hendry made the trip from Hervey Bay to attend the good, old-fashioned ‘catch-up’ session.

Merle Brown was another special guest. Author of ‘Christina Stewart – My Story’, Merle travelled from Perth for the celebration to tell of her childhood memories in Kulikup.

Her book was written from the memoirs of her mother, Christina Stewart – a member of one of Kulikup’s earliest farming families.

Jennifer Staniforth-Smith

Kulikup Hall Centenary Celebrations

Top: Tiny Patterson and Des O’Connell Bottom: The crowd celebrates the Kulikup Hall’s 100th birthday.

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 6

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Boyup Brook Football Club are seeking League and Reserve Coaches for 2016.

The Football Club is also seeking a Secretary. Please contact David Inglis on 0418 651 088

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To each of the many wonderful people who have helped me, in so many ways, to cope over these past several months. Thank you!

Doreen Bode

The Boyup Brook Working Horse Club would like to offer their deepest sympathy to the family of Ken Brand, who passed away all to suddenly on the 30th of October. The passing of Ken has hit our little club hard. Ken was always there to lend a hand, sit and chat or offer sound advice. He was an essential member to our club, often organising and doing things for us just because.. Future club days will not be the same without you Ken. You will be greatly missed by us all.

"I live in the hearts I leave behind..."

On behalf of my family I wish to thank everyone for their support, cards and kind words at the passing of Dad, Arnold Bode. Our community is very special and our gratitude is deep.

Carole Forrest

A big thank you to all who voted for me in the recent Council elections. Your vote was very much appreciated and we look forward to a positive outcome on the projects Council has been working on for some time. I wish the new Council every success.

Richard Walker

Pedder (Elliott): Aaron and Jessica welcome with love Jake Hudson. Born at St Johns Bunbury 4/11/15 weighing 4095g. A much loved brother for Lucy. Another precious grandson for Les and Helen.

BIRTHS

Caldwell: Charles and Dana are delighted to announce the safe arrival of a beautiful baby girl Selina Jeanne Caldwell. Born on 03.11.12 - 3660g, 52 cm at Bridgetown Hospital Little sister for Lillianne and Angus.

I got a parcel from the Rotary Club in Bridgetown congratulating team Pencil Case on our 3rd placing in the Non-equestrian Open Men. Big congrats and thanks to the team (except Fraser) for their effort, and also to Wazza for putting up with us and having us at the farm Saturday night. Thanks to everyone for all your support and running around! Looking forward to doing it again next year!

Gavin Pensini

PUBLIC NOTICES

AGM of the UBAS Notice of meeting. To be held on

Wednesday the 17th of February 2016. All Welcome.

Old Honda 125 parts or wrecks - to assist in restoration Any B.S.A. Bantam parts - in any condition

Contact John : 9765 3103

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Boyup Brook CRC - Traineeship Seeking 2015 Year 12 school leavers for 2016 start.

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The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 7

Boyup Brook’s Weekly Events

Monday Association Croquet - 9am Craft Hut - 10am Boyup Brook Vet Clinic

Tuesday Golf Croquet - 9am Games at the Citizens’ Lodge (1-3pm) Choristers @ Lodge - 3rd week Pistol Club

Wednesday Town Rubbish Collection (now on Wed) Social Badminton - 9am Museum Open - 10am-3pm Computer Club @ CRC - 12noon-2pm

Thursday Golf Croquet - 9am Playgroup - 10am -12noon (during term) Craft Hut - 10am Museum Open – 10am-3pm Junior Tennis - 3:30pm Junior Cricket Training St John Ambulance Sub Centre Open Men’s Shed Meet - 5:30pm

Friday Association Croquet - 9am Senior’s Discount Day at IGA Museum Open - 10am-5pm Boyup Brook Club Members’ Night

Saturday Church Services Tennis - Juniors 1pm, Seniors 2pm

Sunday Church Services Social Bowls - 1pm

For a more detailed calendar of monthly events, see page 2. To add your weekly event to the list, email gazette@boyupbrook.org

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COMMUNITY NOTICES

St John Ambulance First Aid Kits

30% discount off our range for Boyup Brook Residents. We have a variety of leisure, home, work place and vehicle kits. Drop in to the Sub Centre on Thursdays to have a look at our range OR phone 9765 2155 / email: ambosbb@westnet.net.au Price lists / kit descriptions can be posted out.

PathWest is open for business

at the Boyup Brook Hospital every week day morning

Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 11:00am

Boyup Brook Residents 50% off Country Music Festival Tickets

You must be a full time resident of Boyup Brook Shire and present your proof of residency to Hot Country.

This offer is strictly for locals only and cannot be purchased for friends and relatives.

Offer valid until 24th December 2015. *Conditions apply

Secondhand Book Stall

The Combined Churches annual bookstall will again be held during the Country Music Weekend.

Any donations of books maybe left on the bench in the porch of the Baptist Church.

Many thanks Iain Parker 9765 3018

Christmas Ballet Concert

Saturday 12th December 6:30pm (doors open at 6pm)

at the Boyup Brook Town Hall

Come along for a Christmas themed ballet concert featuring music from ‘The Nutcracker’. The performance will also include

a contemporary dance theme and an African dance item.

Students from Boyup Brook and Bridgetown will be performing, so please come along and support this great evening!

Adults: $5 Children: Gold coin donation

Please bring a small donation to put in Santa’s Sleigh to go towards 2016 Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.

Contact: Sinead Jameson: sinead.jameson@hotmail.com

LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY

To the Boyup Brook local and surrounding community, My name is Cory Ryan Burke. For those who do not know me, I am currently incarcerated in Bunbury Regional Prison. I am writing this letter to apologise to all those I have affected and offended with my shameful and inexcusable actions and my direct neglect of the social behaviour that is required in living in a community. I am deeply and sincerely sorry and I apologise to all. I feel that in my time of incarceration, although hard but necessary, it has given me the opportunity to take a good hard look at myself and has given me the chance, and the help and tools, to turn my life around for the better of myself, my family and for you, the community. I now understand the full nature and effects my crimes have had on the community and my loved ones. I would like the community to know that I am 100 percent committed to succeeding in my rehabilitation and to becoming a better person. I hope the community can find it within themselves to accept my apology so I can put some closure on my past lifestyle and bad behaviour. Kind regards and my sincerest apologies, Cory Burke

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 8

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Remembrance Day

“On this day, at this time each year, we join in solemn, silent reflection and remember the tragedy of World War I and the ultimate sacrifice made by the men and women who served there,” said Colin Hales, Boyup Brook RSL Sub Branch President as he addressed the small crowd who gathered for the Boyup Brook Remembrance Day service on November 11.

Mr Hales also spoke of the men and women of the Australian Defence Force who have served their country willingly and unconditionally in many battles since the Great War and encouraged all to acknowledge their service and sacrifice.

Bill Gordon recited a poem ‘Remember the Waltzing’ written by Jim Haynes and led the Prayer of Remembrance, with wreath laying, the Last Post and flag raising also part of the service.

Above: Mrs June Lloyd receives a wreath from Angela Hales.

Fishing Competition

A fun, family friendly atmosphere enveloped the Redfin fishing competition organised by the Blackwood Basin Group (BBG).

Entrants came from far and wide including Busselton and Margaret River to catch these pests that do so much damage to native aquatic fauna.

The event has tremendous potential to impact pest fish numbers and future events could focus on the Greenbushes area or spread throughout the South West.

In total sixteen people entered and seven Redfin were caught, so the fish weren’t exactly biting on the day.

“A number of people paid for licences specifically for the event and we are sure to see these people heading out to the waterways of the SW to catch even more pest fish,” said Joby Rand, Blackwood Bas in G r o u p , P r o j e c t Manager.

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 9

Teachers Shine at BBDHS

As part of the WA Education Awards 2015 each public school community was asked to acknowledge the staff, leaders and support staff who shine at their school. Students, parents and members of the community who submitted names were able to print out a certificate of acknowledgement to present to them.

There was a huge response with over 710 people recognised by their school communities.

Twelve staff members from the Boyup Brook District High School received recognition. They teach a range of different years and subjects, from Primary to Secondary and each teacher can teach a selection of very different subjects.

“Staff at Boyup Brook District High School are talented, dedicated people who continually strive to improve their skills and knowledge in order to support students in reaching their individual potential,” said Principal, Anne Klaassen. “They regularly go above and beyond what is expected of an educator to enable students to achieve success.’

Above: BBDHS teachers

Welcome Performance for Seniors

On Wednesday 18 November the Boyup Brook District High School primary Choir and Vocal Ensemble had the pleasure of performing some of their favourite songs for the Home and Community Care organisation (HACC) seniors.

The students have had a busy year preparing and performing many of their songs to a variety of audiences. The HACC group loved listening to the students who sang beautifully under the guidance of Mrs Renee Knapp. The guests’ favourite Christmas song “Ho Ho Ho Oi Oi Oi” was even requested for an encore.

The performance was followed by a shared morning tea where students were then able to mingle and share stories with the seniors. The seniors were impressed with both the manners and maturity shown by the students.

“The performance continues BBDHS’s commitment to maintaining strong connections to the community of Boyup Brook,” said Deputy Principal, Mr Rob Reynolds. “The Choir and Vocal Ensemble will continue their practice and preparation for the upcoming Town Christmas and Graduation Ceremony.”

Farewell to HACC Coordinators Long term Coordinators of the local Home and Community Care (HACC) group, Barbara Treloar and Nicki Jones have shared their final Christmas lunch with their beloved clients and fellow staff.

Barbara has been involved with HACC for 27 years and is looking forward to retirement. Barbara was presented with a handmade quilt to which former and current clients and staff all contributed .

Nicki leaves the organisation to work alongside husband Kane in their courier business after 14 years. Nicki’s farewell present was a ‘survival pack’ for her trips in the van.

Above: Retiring HACC Coordinators Nikki Jones and Barbara Treloar

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 10

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Xmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day

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Mon - Fri 8.00am - 5.30pm

Sat 8.00am - 12.00 noon Christmas Celebrations Fri 18th Dec

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Thank You for your continued support throughout 2015

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The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 11

Wasn’t it good? It’s almost sad that we have to wait for another 12 months for the next Show!!

The Committee has met and already changes are planned – how’s that for forward thinking?

The briefest summary tells the following story: The day was glorious The children’s exhibits were up although the High School

numbers were down but the display was superb – well done children and staff

Shearing had an increase in novices so that is good for the industry and the Speed Shears went well into the evening for everyone’s entertainment

Cattle were fantastic – congratulations to the Thompson family – and thanks to all the participants of the Junior Judging

Flower entries were down but given the wonderful rose displays in everyone’s gardens due to the hot weather preceding the Show, it was not surprising

Poultry numbers were very good with the Breed Ribbon being awarded to McKendrick Burke and for the first time, the Best Bird of Show was awarded to a Game Bird, bred by Peter Strike

Horses numbers were up markedly and all the Ring Events were conducted very professionally with Show Jumping as an added bonus- spectators loved it

Entertainment – could have kept everyone occupied all day! Wonderful to have the big rides (they’ll be back next year) and Captain Creekbed had a real following all day. There were some very decorative umbrellas and the hand waxing was popular as well as the Obstacle Course. If you missed the Dog High Jump you missed a spectacular performance. Sheaf Tossing was fun with the local girls winning and Vince Gareffa and the sausage making competition was a draw card

The Light Horse Brigade was splendid. They had road delays getting here and were thrust into an immediate display but rose to the occasion and were immaculately turned out. Very interesting and contributed to the Society’s recognition of the Gallipoli Centenary beautifully

Boyup Shows Off Numbers attending were down according to the gate tickets

however, as our volunteer gate keepers don’t man the gate all day, it is apparent that quite a few people get in for free! In that instance, you could always pay at the office – your payment contributes to the ability of the Committee to provide the entertainment you desire

The Fashion on the Field was fantastic! All the local ladies, especially, dressed for the occasion and the fascinators were magnificent; Melbourne Cup met its match!! Congratulations Fleur Mead and Peter Harvey as the Best Dressed and also to Emilie Abbiss for the Best Head Wear. Thanks to Nicole Reilly for all the organising

The President and Committee wish to thank everyone who contributed to making the Show such a success - volunteers are invaluable.

As a way of thanking all the contributors to the District Display at the Royal Show, the S.W. Group will have a get-together at the Bull and Bush Tavern in Boyanup on December 6th. Please R.S.V.P. to Betty Knapp if you wish to attend.

The next meeting of the Society will be the A.G.M. on 17th February and President Tom Oversby has indicated that he will be stepping down, likewise our Secretary. Do please consider joining this happy bunch.

The annual Christmas Party organised by the Dinninup Fire Brigade will be held at the Show Grounds on Saturday 19th December. Everyone is welcome but Father Christmas likes the children best! Do bring salad and sweets – meat will be supplied.

Above: Master butcher, Vince Gareffa drew a crowd.

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The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 12

Farm weekly prize - Most Points Overall Ladies Anne Ritson

Farm Weekly prize - Most Points Overall Men Harris Thompson

H. Treloar Memorial Prize Most Points Overall Boys Luke Brlevich

St Mary’s Prize Most Points Overall for Girls Grace Maddams

Mr. E. McLaughlin Perpetual trophy - Best Contributor to the Show

Fashions on the Field Section A Merinos Chas Sumner Trophy-Most Points Merino Sheep Hiview E.V. Gibbs memorial Trophy-Most Points Merino ram Hiview Dyson Jones Wool Marketing service Trophy -Most Points Merino Ewe Hiview W F I Trophy – Grand Champion Ram Hiview A.E. Henderson Memorial Trophy-Grand Champion Ewe Hiview Boyup Brook Stud Merino Breeders Perpetual Trophy-Champion Ram Bred in Boyup Brook Shire- Jamann Corker Larry Sambell Memorial Trophy –Champion Ewe Farmers Classes PR & SJ Samwell Dinninup Fire Brigade Trophy—Best Pen of Merino Lambs PR & SJ Samwell

British Breeds Michael Giles Trophy-Most Points British & Australasian Breed Sheep

PR & SJ Samwell Boyup Brook British & Australasian Breed Society Trophy -Grand Champion Ram/Ewe JR & JM Glover

Section “E” Horses, Halter AJ & DS Painting—Best Exhibit Class 1 EBL Warlock BP Petrol Station—Junior--Campion Exhibit Class 2 Jake Sharp BP Petrol Station –Intermediate –Champion Exhibit Class 3 Rhiarn Perks BP Petrol Station—Senior—Campion Exhibit Class 4 Kristy Papalia Good Earth Farming—Champion Exhibit Class 5 Just look at me Down Under Lashes—Champion Exhibit Class 6 Osiris Densigner Silk Collie adult riders—Champion Exhibit Class 7 Bling Boyup Brook working Horse—Champion Exhibit Class 8 Make Me a rich Kid Yondalee Farms—Champion Exhibit Class 9 EBL Warlock Kasdalara & Willowcrest—Best Exhibit Class 10 Meluka Rythem of the Night Sunderland Family—Best Exhibit Class 11 I'm Loaded K & M Naturals—Best Exhibit Class 12 San-der Popstar Wilcox family—Best Exhibit Class 13 Graedawn Fair Lady New Life Rug Repairs—Best Exhibit 14 True Blue Skip Prior Stud Trophy--Supreme of Champions Graedawn Fair Lady (Clydesdale)

Section “F” Wool Boyup Brook and Districts’ Stud Merino Breeders Trophy -Supreme Fleece Hiview C.E. Smith—Grand Champion, Farmers Classes Jim Pepper Benbrook Grazing Trophy—Grand Champion Fleece, Open Classes Hiview Dyson Jones Marketing Service trophy—Most Points Farmers Classes Fleece Jim Pepper L.G. Quartermaine Memorial Perpetual Trophy—Most Points Open Classes Fleece Jamann Coker J Torrie Memorial Trophy—Champion Fleece Local Exhibitor Beaufort Vale Blackwood Plant Hire Trophy—Best Pair Commercial Value Fleeces Matt Chambers Boyup Brook Farm Supplies Trophy—Best Pair Ewe or Wether Fleeces open Hiview C Diggins Trophy—Best Lambs Fleece Jamann Corker

Section G Agricultural Produce Hannaford Seedmaster trophy—Most Points Section ‘G” Ralph Knapp R. Knapp Trophy—Runner-up Most Pts Section “G” Charles Caldwell BBDHS P& C Trophy—Most Points in Section “G” by Junior Exhibitor

Rachel Staniforth-Smith

Section H Poultry Dave Strike Memorial Trophy & P. Corker $50—Best Bird in the Show Peter Strike Boyup Brook Co-op Trophy—Most points Overall Ivan Booth Avenel West trophy—Best Soft Feathered Bantam Roz Sprigg

T & F Mead Trophy—Best Hard Feathered Bantam Peter Strike Solar Equip, D McFadyean Trophy—Best Modern Game Bantam Stand Tall Poultry Stud Hon. W.N. Stretch Trophy—Best Light Breed Harris Thompson Shez-Oakay Trophy—Best Heavy Breed Stand Tall Poultry Stud Jamann E Corker Trophy—Best Soft feathered Large Bird Stand Tall Poultry Stud Don Fraser Trophy—Best Soft Feathered Bird Peter Strike Richfeeds and Rural Supplies Trophy—Best Hard feathered Bird Peter Strike Harry Williams Trophy—Best Game Bird in Show Peter Strike P. Strike Trophy—Best Display Trio Ivan Booth Boyup Brook IGA Trophy—Best Waterfowl Ivan Booth Oxley Family Trophy—Best Rare Bird Roz Sprigg P & J Brookmann—Best Junior Exhibitor Elitah Sprigg A. Ritson trophy—Most Points Junior Exhibitor McKendrick Burke

Section I Fruit & Vegetables Mrs. Audrey Hales trophy—Most Points in section ’I’ Gardenup Donnybrook Fruit Barn Trophy—Runner-up Most Points Section ‘I’ Dickson Family Mrs. E Marshall trophy—Most Points gained by Junior Exhibitor Grace Maddams

Section J Floriculture Boyup brook Garden Club Trophy—Most points Overall in Section ’J’ Glenda Bock N Tuckett Family Trophy—Most Points in Roses Lorraine Robinson Boyup Brook Physiotherapy Trophy—Runner-up Most Points in Roses Jodi Nield Mrs. S Wallace Trophy—Champion Rose Erlanda Deas Mrs. D. Thompson Trophy—Champion Container of Roses Sue Wallace F & T Proctor Memorial Trophy—Most Points in Floral Art Pauline Caldwell C.E. Chambers memorial trophy—Most outstanding Exhibit in Floral Art Pauline Caldwell Mrs. L. Robinson Trophy—Most Points in Novice Floral Art Kate Lefebvre Carolyn, Peter, Reid & Family trophy—Most Points in Cut Flowers Glenda Bock Mrs. F Mitchell Trophy—Runner-up Most Points in Cut Flowers Greg Hall Mrs. S. Wallace—Champion Iris [class 53] Greg Hall Mrs. J Bardoe Trophy—Most Points in Pot Plants Glenda Bock Boyup Brook Florist—Runner-up Most Points in Pot Plants Margaret Giles

Section K—Cooking Mondy & Co trophy—Most Points Breads, Scones etc Leanne Johnson Mrs. R. Knapp Trophy—Most points Cakes & Biscuits Leanne Johnson V. Roberts/J Corker trophy—Judges Choice Best Exhibit Margaret Giles

Section L-Preserves Mrs. M Hester trophy—Most points Preserves Anne Ritson D & S Nield Trophy—Most Points Jams etc. Anne Ritson B & D Twigg Trophy—Most Points Pickles & Sauces etc Roslyn Paljar

Section M_Eggs N & R Parker Trophy—Most points—Eggs Harris Thompson Mrs. W Samwell—Most Points—Junior Exhibitor Jacinta Cooper

Section O—Home Industries Mrs. M McLaughlin Perpetual & Memorial Trophy—Most Points Home Industries Rhonda Parker Mrs. I Fairbrass Memorial Trophy—Most Points Needle Work

Naomi Cooper tied Rhonda Parker Mrs. J Peaty –Most Points Patchwork & Quilting Margaret Dowey Boyup Brook CWA Trophy—Most Points Knitting, crochet, Cotton Work & Dress Making Denise Burton MacNeils Prize—Most Outstanding Exhibit Rosely McKeown E. Andrews Memorial Trophy—Class 22 Denise Burton

Section P—Crafts Y & M Beatty Trophy---Most Points Mary-Anne Brlevich C. Burton Trophy—Runner-up Ashleigh Wrighton Boyup Brook Craft Group Prize—Most outstanding Article Carina Wilson

Section Q—Photography JS & EN Bagshaw Trophy—Most Points Prints Heather Blechynden Kanik Express trophy—Runner-up Prints Kate Lefebvre

Trophy winners for 2015 U.B.A.S. Show

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 13

Trophy Winners (continued) Merino Enterprises Perpetual Trophy—Most Outstanding Heather Blechynden K. Thompson Trophy—Most Points—Years 1-7 Maddie Ritson Boyup Brook Pharmacy Trophy—Most Points –Years 8-10 Kate Maddams

Section R—Art K Maddams Trophy—Most points Jacquie Broockmann Mrs. P Caldwell trophy-Runner-up Lyn Chambers Bridgetown Masonic Lodge prize—Best Oil/Acrylic Lyn Chambers T & D Blechynden Trophy—Best Monochrome by Novice Mary-Anne Brlevich T & D Blechynden Trophy—Best Colour Painting by a Novice Carole Forrest L Martin Trophy—Most popular by a Novice Judges Choice— Jacquie Brookmann

Section S—Children’s Arts and Crafts Mrs. ME Gibbs Snr Trophy—Most points Kindy/pre-School Amalia Cailes F & A Staniforth-Smith trophy—Most Points Years 1-3 Anne Deas Hampton Partners Trophy—Most Points Years 4-6, Crafts Bethany Maw Mrs. D Chambers Trophy—Most points Years 7-10 Eligh Blechynden

Kyannah Johansen

Section T—Children’s Floral E & L Willett Trophy--Most Points Pre-School –Year 3 Ella Drachenberg Mrs. J Goerling Trophy—Most Points Years 4-7 Cameron Marsh Mrs. J. Inglis Trophy—Most Points Years 8-10 Kate Maddams

Section U—Children’s Cooking Richard and Robyn Duke trophy—Most points Pre-School Thomas Ivey Mrs. M. Nix Trophy—Most Points years 1-3 Megan Ivey Ashleigh Clark Trophy—Most Points Years 4-7 Rachel Ivey Mrs. C. Creek trophy—Most points Years8-10 Luke Brlevich

Shearing and Log Chops Results will be featured in the January Gazette.

The Upper Blackwood Agricultural Society is indebted to the generous support shown by all the Trophy Donors. A short note, text or phone call to thank the donor would be appreciated.

Above: Light Horse Brigade Below: Venturon Kryptonite and Venturon Keyston

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 14

Wow Factor at Rodeo

Some hats went high in jubilation, some hats were thrown on the ground in disappointment and some just blew off as the cowboys and cowgirls took on all the action of bucking bulls, speeding horses and grappling with steers. This was the 14th Harvey Dickson’s Rodeo and it didn’t disappoint.

A capacity crowd was there to view this annual event as competitors competed fiercely for the WA Zone Finals as part of the Australian Professional Rodeo Association’s (APRA) circuit.

Racing around the barrels, the cowgirls and their horses displayed speed and agility as did the steer wrestlers. With their determination and courage, the bucking horse and bull riding competitors were definitely a wow factor for the crowd.

The Harvey Dickson rodeo is unique with its giant cowboy and girl overlooking the sunken arena, bordered by huge log seating giving the crowd easy viewing and a sense of being part of the action.

First time spectator from Secret Harbour, Charlene Austin said, “Being so close to the animals and the action made it all the more exciting. With three little girls we found it very family friendly – the excitement of watching the animals, plenty of room for kids to play and just a great atmosphere all round.”

Above: Peter Price

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Getting Crafty

Some of our members helped out at during the first Friday of the school holiday programme at the CRC and helped the children make finger puppets. This morning event was thoroughly en-joyed by both the children and those craft hut members who helped with this activity. Thank you to those who were able to put in the time and effort.

Our craft hut fundraiser which we were going to hold on October 31st was postponed due to many of us being extra busy trying to finish things for show day and others being involved with the Blackwood Marathon and several other reasons. However, we will still run our raffle in the near future.

December coming up means many lunches and final of the year events. We will be taking our stall to the community Christmas event, so hope to see many of you there. A Christmas Craft get together is to be held at the Bridgetown Arts and craft centre on December 3rd and a number of our members are looking forward to attending this activity along with members from Nannup and Manjimup craft groups.

Cake Decorating will continue to operate for anyone interested on Tuesdays from 1:30 at the craft hut.

A BIG congratulations to all of the craft group members who took out prizes at the local show.

Finally, but not least, Happy Christmas to the community and if you are having holidays enjoy and have a safe one.

From all the craft group members, Margaret Morton (Secretary)

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 15

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS NOTICES

Boyup Brook Club Christmas Party Friday December 4th

Frosty & the Iceholes 7-11pm Christmas Dinner. Bookings essential Regular kitchen menu available 6-8pm

You are invited to a

COMMUNITY CAROL SERVICE To be held on

SUNDAY 20th DECEMBER at 6:00 pm In St. Saviour’s Anglican Church, Bridge St. Boyup Brook

Bring and share supper to follow

Everyone Welcome

St Vincent de Paul

Last year a total of fifteen Christmas Hampers were distributed by St Vincent de Paul in Boyup Brook. Thanks to an ecumenical group of

ladies and men representing St Vincent de Paul in Boyup Brook, low income families were treated to food hampers with gifts for the children in each family, taking the pressure off those who provide for the households who received them.

“Boyup Brook Vinnies” has been supported throughout the year by Boyup Brook IGA and St Mary’s School Students. These extra donations have assisted greatly with emergency food hampers throughout the year.

Their assistance allows our community of Boyup Brook to actively participate in assisting those less fortunate within the local population.

Both groups of people have donated non perishable foods during the year to be included in food hampers for those in need.

This year we also thank the ladies from the Boyup Brook Art and Craft Society, commonly known as the Craft Hut. These ladies have made and donated small universal use bags to be filled with personal items for Christmas.

Many thanks and Christmas blessings to all who have supported us in 2015.

If you need assistance with a food hamper or household bills, call St Vincent de Paul. Phone 9761 2596.

St Vincent de Paul Do you or your family need assistance this Christmas?

If you need a food hamper Please phone 97612596 by the 14th December.

Hampers will be ready for pick up at St Mary’s Parish Hall, Knapp Street, Boyup Brook

from 12 Noon to 3 p.m. 21st December 2015

Annual Dinninup Christmas Party

Saturday 19h December from 5.00pm at the Dinninup Showgrounds

Please bring a salad or sweet to share and BYO drinks. A free sausage sizzle will be provided by the

Dinninup Fire Brigade.

Santa will be paying a visit from 7.00pm with treats for the kids (of all ages!)

Everyone welcome. RSVP Fleur Mead: 9767 1344

Wilga Christmas Tree

Saturday 19th December 2015 At Wilga Community Hall

Santa will arrive at 6:30pm for the children Parents please bring 1 wrapped named gift for each child.

Followed by Christmas Dinner and Secret Santa for the adults.

Please bring a small plate of salad, a sweet to share and a gift for Secret Santa valued between $5.00 and $10.00

Raffle tickets on sale—BYO Drinks

Members and Children under 12 free Non Members $15 with a plate—$20 without a plate

RSVP: Sue: susan.miliauskas@gmail.com or Ph: 0418 918 588

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 16

Merry Christmas

to all my customers and friends from Fran at the Hairdressers

The Hairdressers will be closed from 23 December to 4 January

Wishing for a healthy 2016

Boyup Brook Physiotherapy

I wish all my patients a safe and happy festive season.

Boyup Brook Physiotherapy will close on Monday 21st December and re-open on Monday 4th January.

Special thanks this year to Jennie Goerling, our wonderful Yoga teacher, Tara Reid, for Personal Training and Pilates classes, with Jodi Nield for Gentle Gym and the HEAL program. Being able to refer to these local women has made my job much easier.

What a wonderful idea for Christmas presents – a term of Yoga classes or some personal training!

Please call 9765 1244 for appointments Best wishes, Helen Hack

Kanik Express would like to thank all of their customers for the support they have given

over the last year.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe and

prosperous New Year.

We look forward to be of service to you in the

year ahead.

Kane & Nicki Jones

ATHERTON

TRANSPORT

wish all their

valued clients

and friends a safe

and Happy Christmas

Management & Staff at Boyup Brook Farm Supplies

Wish you a very Merry Christmas & Prosperous New Year

On behalf of Blue, and the

President and Committee of the

Boyup Brook Club Inc, we would like to wish

all of our members and patrons, a very

merry Christmas and a happy

and safe New Year.

Board & Staff Wish the Community a very

Merry Christmas

& Thank You

for your support throughout the year

Yvonne, Stephen, Tarsha, Zac

and Staff

Would like to thank you for all

of your support over the year.

We wish you a lovely and safe

Christmas and a Happy New Year.

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 17

Merry Christmas

from all of us at

Boyup Brook

Playgroup

Thanks to everyone for

all your support in 2015

We have had an incredible year

Saxon Service

Wishing everybody a safe

Christmas on behalf of

Macrofertil Spearwood Wools

Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year

from all the Staff at GREENLINE

CM Dalton Transport Chad & Nat would like to thank all of their friends, family

and clients for their support during 2015 and wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a safe and

prosperous New Year.

Boyup Brook Pharmacy

On behalf of the team,

we wish everyone a Safe and Happy

Christmas and thank you for your

custom throughout 2015

Warm Christmas Wishes

from

Gail, Janelle, Rachel & Carmel

at EyesWest Optometrist

Bunbury

Daniel and Lisa would like to express their gratitude

and thanks to all their valued customers and Agents

for their ongoing support and loyalty.

May all of you have a Happy, Safe and Joyous

Christmas and a Fantastic New Years and we look

forward to seeing you all in the New Year.

All the Best, Daniel and Lisa Bleechmore

-- Wishing you all A Merry Christmas

& Happy New Year! --

Mary-Anne, Chris, Hayley, Amy & Sue.

Our office will be closed from Thursday 24th December 2015

over the Christmas period and will re-open Monday 4th January 2016.

Boyup Brook Medical Services

Dr Mel, Dr Geyer, Audrey Debra, Glenda and Linda would

like to wish everyone a safe and

Merry Christmas

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 18

CRC Guide Dog Challenge

MACNEILS ACCOUNTANTS This Business Life

Changes have been introduced to the way in which you claim motor vehicle expenses on your tax returns. Two methods, the 1/3rd of expenses, and 12% of purchase price, will not be available in the current tax year and beyond.

You will need to choose between the cents per kilometre, and the log book, methods. Keeping a log book for three months can give you options at the end of the year.

65 Railway Parade Boyup Brook WA 6244 Ph: 9765 1400

Business Partnerships

Information, Education & Training for our community

Services

State Government

Information

Lifestyle courses

Centrelink Access

Digital Snap Lab

Health Services

ADSL2 Internet

Art Exhibitions

Book Exchange

Videoconferencing

Photocopying (colour)

Laminating

Binding

Other Office Services

Room Hire

Websites

Resumes

Mail outs / Flyers

Project Management

Exam Supervision

Vol 21 Issue 12 Dec 2015

CRC Opening

hours

Mon to Fri 9:00am - 4.00pm

The Boyup Brook CRC is located at 86 Abel Street, Boyup Brook WA 6244

The CRC has a display rack full of information brochures and publications from a number State Government departments. The CRC also has a designated computer to access Government websites for FREE. Print out forms and information from State Government Departments for FREE.

Government Services

The Boyup Brook Community Resource Centre has commenced discussions with the Collie Community Bank to open an Agency of the Bendigo Bank.

An open forum was held on November 25 at the Boyup Brook Club with over fifty community members in attendance.

The next step is to gauge further support from the community through the flier which accompanies this Gazette. Please consider completing this and returning it to the CRC by December 24.

The Bendigo Bank provides the same services as other banks at competitive rates.

All banks make a profit, but the difference with a community bank is the profits flow back to the community to support local groups.

Are you willing to help our town grow by giving the Bendigo Bank a go?

Fresh Produce Available

From time to time, the Boyup Brook Community Garden has fresh produce available for a small donation. If you would like to be contacted when we harvest the garden, please register your interest at the CRC by calling 9765 1169. You can also keep an eye on the CRC’s Facebook page for updates.

Community Bank

The CRC Guide Dog Challenge has been extended until December 15!

Your donations are most welcome to help us achieve $30,000 across the CRC Network.

Visit crc.everydayhero.com/au/boyup-brook-crc to donate online, or call into the CRC.

Gift Ideas from the CRC

The CRC has a number of gift ideas for Christmas including books and CDs produced by talented locals.

We can print your favourite photos or why not purchase a gift voucher for someone who may need some

assistance with their computer or device.

‘Babbler Diaries, Daily Jottings of a Shearer’s Cook’ Hilary Sawyer

Almost 400 pages of stories and photos from experiences as a Shearer’s Cook - $55

‘Cassidy’s Way and other tales’ Graham Calley

A collection of short stories based on the Australian outback and characters met along the way - $25

‘Looking Backwards, Going Onwards’ Chick Affleck

A collection of Chick’s poems written over the years - $25

‘Wags and Dags’ Bill Gordon

Traditional and Original Bush Poetry CD - $20

A big thank you to Boyup Brook Physiotherapist, Helen Hack who generously donated several metres

of theraband for the HACC Gentle Gym sessions.

Thank You

Christmas Message

The Management Committee and Staff of the Boyup Brook Community Resource Centre

would like to thank members of the community for your continued support during 2015.

There are many exciting things on the horizon in 2016 and we invite you to be part of it all!

Best Wishes for the Festive Season

Please note the CRC will be closed from Friday December 25 to Monday January 4

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 19

Page 19 Community Resource Centre Newsletter December 2015

Coming Up at the CRC We thank our Sponsors & Partners

Phone: (08) 9765 1169 Fax: (08)9765 1340 Email: boyupbrook@crc.net.au

Visit our website: www.boyupbrook.crc.net.au

Wanted

Christmas Creations

Symphony in the City Simulcast

Saturday, December 12 - 7:30pm

Tickets are $10 per head to cover catering.

Please RSVP as soon as possible by calling 9765 1169 as seats are limited.

To register for any of these activities, please contact the CRC on 9765 1169,

email: boyupbrook@crc.net.au, or call in to see us at 86 Abel Street

Nordic Walking

Unfortunately we have not had enough registrations to run Nordic Walking at this time, however if you are interested for next year, please phone 9765 1169.

Trainee Position Vacant

The Boyup Brook Community Resource Centre has a Trainee Administration Officer position available for a 2015 Year 12 School Leaver, commencing in January 2016.

The applicant must be a highly motivated person who is well presented and keen to commit themselves to a traineeship for a period of 12 months, during which time they will receive both on and off the job training in a wide range of administration activities associated with the Boyup Brook Community Resource Centre.

Interested persons can obtain a Statement of Recruitment Matters by contacting CRC Manager, Jodi Nield by emailing boyupbrook@crc.net.au or by phoning 9765 1169. Written applications addressing the selection criteria must be submitted by 4pm Friday, December 4, 2015.

Social Media

Bushfire Awareness Session

Do you know how to prepare for a bushfire?

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services will be conducting an information session to help you

prepare and react should you be faced with a bushfire.

Tuesday, December 15 - 10am - 12noon

$5 per head morning tea included

Please RSVP to 9765 1169 or email boyupbrook@crc.net.au

The community is invited to attend the

Official Launch of the Lost Boyup Brook

Facebook Page

Wednesday, Dec 9 Boyup Brook District Pioneers’ Museum at 2pm for afternoon tea.

Lost Boyup Brook will be a place to share photos, articles and stories of Boyup Brook in days gone by to ensure these memories are preserved.

If you have any historical photos of Boyup Brook, its events and people, please drop them in to the CRC where they can be scanned and prepared for inclusion on the page. All photos will be returned.

Please RSVP to the CRC - 9765 1169 by December 7.

Items for Youth Activities in 2016 Please see notice in About Town, page 6.

Pre-Christmas School Holiday Activity

Tuesday, December 22 10am-12noon

Make Christmas Cards and Decorations

Christmas games and competitions Decorate Christmas Biscuits Prizes for those dressed in a

Christmas theme

$5 per child (in Year 1 and up) Bookings are essential - please phone 9765 1169

Parent permission slips must be completed

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 20

Did you know that is costs $30,000 and takes two years to train a Guide Dog puppy?

The Western Australian Community Resource Network embarked on a State-wide project in July to raise funds for Guide Dogs WA and VisAbility WA who rely on community support to provide the Guide Dog program to vision impaired people across WA.

As part of the CRC Guide Dog Challenge, Community Resource Centres have been conducting a number of activities and initiatives to enable regional communities to learn about how Guide Dogs are sourced and trained for their visually impaired owners, whilst attracting donations.

One such initiative involves two plastic donation dogs, Gannup the Guide Dog and his cousin Gannupette, travelling across the state Red Dog style, hitching lifts and using connections through regional Western Australia to visit as many CRCs as possible before mid-December.

Gannup has been travelling around the north of the state and is currently in the Mid West, with Gannupette starting her southern journey in Boyup Brook, spending a very busy day at the Dinninup Show. She also spent time at the Tennis Club’s Opening Day and was ‘well fed’ by members. Gannupette took the opportunity to have photos at the Music Park, Visitor Centre, with the town’s statues and by the Blackwood River which were posted on the pair’s Facebook page – www.facebook.com/GannuptheGuideDog. You can follow their adventures around the State using the following hashtags, #CRCGuideDog, #GannuptheGuideDog #Gannupette.

Indi Reid had fun feeding Gannupette with funds that Indi and her friends Imy Mead, Maddie Ritson and Odessa Gilshenen raised selling homemade lemonade, cupcakes and coffee at the junior hockey grand final.

CRC Manager, Jodi Nield said, “Thank you to the Boyup Brook community for your support of this project. Almost $650 has been raised from our community and donations are still welcome.”

Visit crc.everydayhero.com/au/boyup-brook-crc to donate online, or call into the CRC.

Boyup Supports Guide Dogs

Above: Indi and Jade Reid had fun feeding Gannupette with ‘coin kibbles’

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 21

Anne, Andrew and Harris Thompson’s Venturon Charolais is a continuing success story. With their bull, Venturon Keystone they took out top spots in the interbreed cattle competition at the 2015 IGA Perth Royal Show. The 860kg, 19 month old bull was named as Interbreed Junior Champion Bull and Supreme Interbreed Junior Beef Bull.

Along with their Venturon Charolais stud, Anne and Andrew Thompson are owners and managers of IGA Boyup Brook. Each IGA store is uniquely independent and caters to its local community and customers. The Thompsons are well-known in the local community and have grown a name for themselves with the beef available exclusively at IGA Boyup Brook coming from their co-owned farm, Venturon Charolais. IGA supermarkets are part of the local community and IGA Boyup Brook has contributed to over $15 million IGA retailers have raised for local charities including, Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation, Variety WA and Breast Cancer Care WA.

Anne, Andrew and Harris Thompson established Venturon Charolais in 1994 and currently run 100 purebred females and 300 commercial females on their property at Dinninup.

They have successfully exhibited at the Perth Royal Show since 2008 with three Interbreeds, four Junior Champion Charolais, two reserve Junior and three Reserve Senior Champion ribbons. Their success continued having won the progeny group, Breeders group of three, 2012 Interbreed Group of Three

Heifers, second Interbreed Junior All Breeds Bull 2011 and have also been most successful exhibitor in this short time.

“A highlight for us is a Charolais x Angus steer winning the Reserve Grand Champion Carcase in 2012, at the 2013 Perth Royal we were placed third overall in the Carcase competition with another Charolais x Angus steer who scored 91.6 points,” said Andrew. “2015 saw Venturon Keystone as the All Breeds Beef Junior Bull Champion as well as the Supreme Champion Charolais Exhibit at IGA Perth Royal Show.”

Their focus is to continually improve the herd by introducing new sires through their AI program and constantly use Charolais bulls in their commercial herd. All stud animals are breedplan recorded and traits are observed and monitored for low birth weight and good growth.

“We attended the 2015 Canadian Charolais Technical conference and secured some exciting new genetics for Venturon Charolais with the purchase of Australian Semen Rights, with LVH Fairfield Charolais stud of Queensland of the top priced Canadian sire, (recently sold for $155,000CAD) Sparrows Kingston,” said Andrew. “We were also fortunate to be offered the exclusive West Australian Semen Rights, of Sparrow’s herd sire, Winn Manns Scaggs together with Palgrove Charolais of Queensland, and Silverstream Charolais of New Zealand.”

Above: Anne Thompson, with Venturon Charolais, winning Junior Champion Bull at IGA Perth Royal Show

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Saturdays and late evenings by appointment

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The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 22

Substitutes for ‘Robber’ Plants

Congratulations to those people who have chosen to eliminate Tagasaste from their gardens or any other of the ‘robbers’ identified in this series. The following species are suitable substitutes in combination.

Agonis flexuosa is a good tree for screening. Small areas of this tree grow naturally within our Shire. It is recommended as a shade tree, has a weeping look, does not drop limbs, is long lived and grass will grow underneath.

Melaleuca densa or Melaleuca huegellii Both are rapid growers and planted closely make a good hedge.

Some watering through summer of all three species will encourage rapid growth.

Shirley Broadhurst

Boyup Brook Pioneers’ Museum

Farewell Life Member Arnold Coming to Boyup Brook 12 years ago I had meet a few people. Being a bowler I decided to give the club a go. Who was the first person I met? Yes, Arnold Bode.

After a few weeks and meeting a few more members around town it was suggested I join the veteran car club with my old Jag and who did I meet? Yes, Arnold Bode. Having met Grant Wardle who suggested I come along to the museum, one of the first members I met was yes, Arnold Bode. The constant leadership and community spirit he exhibited to all members will forever stick in my mind.

I learned of his charter role starting at the railway station in 1990 and of the transfer to the Lodge when it came available in 1994. His life will remain with us in the museum.

R.I.P Arnold

The District Pioneer Museum members wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy and prosperous New Year.

The museum will be closing from the December 24, 2015 until January 6, 2016 Museum hours: Wednesday 10am – 3pm Thursday 10am – 3pm Friday 10 am – 5pm

If closed call John 0439 651 560/9765 1560 or to make a booking for a group call Vicki 0427 322 031.

John Walsh

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Visit www.boyupbrook.crc.net.au and click on the Gazette panel to read the latest edition. Previous copies are available by typing the month and

year into the search bar at the top of the page. Limited copies are also available at the CRC.

Garden Club Cuttings

The last visit for the year was to Greenbushes and indeed a highlight for us all.

We visited the Blackwood Basin Group’s Priority Bittern & Waterbird Biodiversity Enhancement Project. Joby Rand, Project Officer and Chairman, Dr Per Christensen met us and gave us all a complete overview of the project from the beginning till current day.

Beginning four years ago with the assistance of Talison Lithium mine, Commonwealth Government Funding, Greenbushes Shire and many, many hours of voluntary labour whether in machinery, funding or labour has helped the project to this stage. Thousands of reeds and plants have been placed around the lake and feral weed and animal control is also a large part of the project.

Having spent an hour at the site we drove back to Greenbushes to the community Officer. She then gave us a fascinating talk on native bees, which we discovered there are 102 species of.

A walk around the garden followed which has a small orchard, wicking beds of various sizes, frog pond, children’s area and revegetation of a Shire garden. We thank all three of them for an informative fascinating morning.

A walk across the road took us to Tasty Edibles for a delicious Christmas Lunch which all enjoyed. The plant raffle was won by Claire Diggins.

Our next meeting will be in February 2016 at Lance and Margaret Hester’s garden ‘Norlup’. Details will be in the January Gazette.

Merry Christmas Everyone.

RFDS Update

We at the RFDS would like to wish our handful of loyal customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Your support is very much appreciated.

After the New Year there will be a file at the RFDS Shop with each weeks recorded donations to the RFDS. These will no longer be published in the local Gazette. Hopefully this will entice more locals to the shop, even if only to check out the file.

Merry Christmas and a happy New Year to all.

Playgroup Pitter Patter

Spring has definitely sprung which has meant lots of outdoor play at Playgroup. We are so lucky to have access to an incredible

playground and a huge selection of toys for the kids to play with. We also had a couple of very special visitors to playgroup in November – some ponies! The kids loved it, as you can imagine!

Our playgroup Mums baked up a storm and provided afternoon tea at the Dinninup Show this year. Thank you everyone for your support. I’m sure you will all agree that we have some very talented bakers among us.

Playgroup also welcomed a new member in November. Congratulations to Dana Caldwell and her family on the birth of baby Selina. May she fill your hearts with love and your house with laughter.

Term 4 is coming to an end but we have a few more exciting activities planned:

3 December Let’s Make Decorations A day of art and craft for the kids to put on display this Christmas

10 December Christmas Party Help us celebrate the festive season and the end of Term 4. You never know who might make an appearance!

If people in the community would like to attend, please RSVP to Pia 0429 673 069 and bring a small wrapped gift for your child.

Playgroup is held at 10am every Thursday during school term at the Family Stop Centre. You can join us on a regular or a casual basis so please feel free to pop in and say ‘hello’.

For any questions please contact Pia 0429 673 069 or Sally 9765 3259 or visit our Facebook page.

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Boyup Brook Medical Service

We are proud to offer GP Management Plans for patients with Chronic Health conditions such as Heart Disease, Diabetes,

Asthma, Arthritis

Why have a management plan?

Access services to improve your health, such as Dietician, Diabetes Educator, Physiotherapy, Podiatrist

and more.

Ask us if a Management Plan is right for you.

What is a Chronic Disease? Chronic disease is a long-lasting condition that has persistent effects, for example depression, heart disease, diabetes, asthma, arthritis, low back pain, high blood pressure, cancer, etc.

Chronic diseases are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia, accounting for up to 90% of all deaths. Many people have more than 1 chronic illness or condition at the same time.

What is a GP Management Plan & Team Care Arrangement? Chronic disease is addressed by the Australian government through a wide range of programmes to support treatment and management. One of these programmes is called the Chronic Disease Management GP Services on the Medicare Benefits Schedule. GP Managements Plans, Team Care Arrangements and their Reviews enable GPs to plan and coordinate the health care of patients with chronic medical conditions, including patients with these conditions who require multidisciplinary, team-based care from a GP and at least two other health or care providers.

A chronic disease management plan is basically a plan of action in which you agree upon management goals with your GP. A Team Care Arrangement will enable your GP to collaborate with other care providers involved in your treatment for example physiotherapists, podiatrists, psychologist, dietician, audiologist, etc. Medicare rebates are available for a maximum of five allied health services per patient each calendar year.

If you have one or multiple chronic diseases you may be eligible for a GP Management Plan and Team care Arrangement. You can contact the Boyup Brook Medical Services on 9765 1026 for an appointment with one of our GP’s and our Practice Nurse Glenda Moroni.

Poems by Chick

“CHRISTMAS DELIGHTS!”

Christmas is coming and I’m getting fat –

Too many parties and that’s a fact!

Cream-puffs, sausage-rolls, fruit salad, ice-cream –

To be slim and dainty is a distant dream –

Come New Year I fear, I’ll just have to diet

Or there could be a riot.

Easy to swear, but I do declare

It’s not the first time I tried it!

So gorging must cease, or I’ll be obese

And full of life’s distresses,

Having to let out all of my dresses!

And I sure have a lot of these!

So before it’s too late, take half off your plate

And deny that large appetite –

Just be agreed to take good heed

And your waist-line could be alright!

Chick Affleck

Chick’s book of poems ‘Looking Backwards, Going Onwards’

s available from the Boyup Brook CRC for $25

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Project Success

The Blackwood Basin Group’s (BBG) Waterbird Project open day was a great success.

Participants enjoyed the bush and dam setting to hear Josh from Koomal Dreaming’s Welcome to Country, didgeridoo performance, and Aboriginal Cultural Experience including a wonderful story on how male emus encourage their young to be independent. New interpretive signage was unveiled by the Hon. Robyn McSweeney MLC which will give visitors better knowledge and understanding of the site.

BBG Chairman Dr Per Christensen gave tips on birdwatching and Bernie Masters discussed how to construct vegetated floating islands to improve water quality and provide bird habitat.

The BBG also announced the winners of its photo competition and handed out prizes to the winners who were present.

Above: Hon. Robyn McSweeney MLC, Josh Whiteland, BBG Project

Officers Sara Weir and Joby Rand

Photography Winners

The BBG’s photo competition judges have deliberated and the people of Greenbushes have voted, now it is time to announce the winners.

There were 26 entries to the competition, with the theme of wonderful wetlands and bountiful biodiversity, and we even received an entry from Brisbane. The people’s choice category saw votes cast for 17 of the photos.

The BBG would like to thank the event’s sponsors Talison Lithium and Geo media Interactive, all the entrants, judges, and people who voted, we were extremely impressed with the quality of the photos.

Above: Junior category, sponsored by Talison Lithium, Winner: Jazlyn Lansdell

Above: Young adults category, sponsored by Geo Media Interactive, Winner: Brodie James

Above: Adults category, sponsored by Talison Lithium, Winner: Troy Kopp

Above: People’s choice category, sponsor by Talison Lithium, Winner: Leanne Green

Rally In The Valley

Rally in the Valley will be held again in 2016 and now is your chance to draw extra visitors to your business with this month-long event.

Co-ordinated by the Blackwood River Valley Marketing Association, the “Rally in the Valley” is a guided, interactive self-drive tour of the region run throughout the month of April and featuring recommended stops of interest for visitors and locals alike. The Rally offers entrants excellent family-fun, a wide range of diverse attractions and “pick-your-own” experiences. Entrants can take the whole month to complete the rally a section at a time or spend a weekend touring the Blackwood River Valley, whatever fits in with their plans.

The Rally is an excellent opportunity to improve local economies and assist community growth. A feature of the Rally is the bonus stamps issued to entrants when they purchase goods, pay entry fees or undertake activities indicated by the entry form. As there was a proven conversion rate of visits to sales from people participating in the inaugural Rally last year, this is a great opportunity for you to promote your business further.

There are a limited number of participants required, so don’t miss out! If you would like to be part of this event, please r eg i s t e r you r i n te res t NOW by em a i l t o info@blackwoodrivervalley.org.au or phone Keri Tripp 0424 135 342 or Jan Retallack 9761 4803 for further details. Local sponsorship packages are also available.

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Tasman Shearing

Local Boyup Team

Professional/Reliable Service

Phone Steve & Rebecca

Thompson

97651210 or 0427651215

tasman@activ8.net.au

This story is written to commemorate the memory of George Harding and to recognise his contribution to the community, and in particular the grain growing industry.

George Harding grew up in Victor Harbour area of South Australia, where grain growing was their main source of income on their own farm. They also did a lot of shared farming.

Being a young man, and wanting to expand the farming enterprise, George had heard of the new land development in Western Australia, so took a trip to the West to check it out. After a number of trips to the West, and looking at farming properties, he brought a property in the West Arthur area in 1957.

By this time he was married with a small daughter, a wife and a widowed mother to look after. After selling the family farm George decided that to shift to the west they would drive overland, and bring what they could loaded on trailers pulled by two tractors.

The venture to farm at Darkan didn’t work out. The same year he purchased the property Park Hills, where his son Nigel now farms at Mayanup. After reselling the Darkan property, George commenced farming Park Hills in earnest.

The first task was to crop every part of arable land. To do this he purchased a 28 run Spring Tyne combine which he used to work up the land, by going over it several times then using it to seed the area.

My first encounter with George was in 1958, when he advertised for a self-motivated farm helper. I answered his call, and we remained close friends until his untimely death in 1977.

The main object in writing this article is to remind people of the effort George put in getting a grain handling facility in Boyup Brook.

In the early stages it was necessary to send grain to Bunbury by rail in bags. Road transport wasn’t permitted, then later bulk transport by rail was introduced. With more farmers growing grain it seemed only logical to have a bulk handling facility locally.

This is when George contacted the Grain Pool members and put the suggestion to them. He even got himself onto the board to push the case even harder.

The board weren’t very enthusiastic but were prepared to give it further consideration. This is when a group of farmers got together to support George and with help of then Minister for Agriculture they were successful in getting a grain handling facility in Boyup Brook.

The varieties of grain at that time were vastly different from the selection we have today and the yields were much less also.

There are a lot of stories I would like to write about George Harding and how he contributed to the community, however I have been unable to contact some people to get their permission to use their name in the article, so have to end this article here for now.

However I can say George was a capable and resourceful man

and no matter how busy he was he would stop whatever he was doing and help anyone, whether it was give advice on seeding rates, type of crop to plant, when hay was ready to cut, should they rework the ground before planting or anything that would assist them to get a good crop.

He was chairman of Mayanup Progress Association. He enjoyed the time he was involved with the Clay Pigeon Club.

To be continued ...

This article has been written from the memories of Derrick Seeber

A History of George Harding

Above: Harvesting at Derrick Seeber’s farm 1958

Above: Cutting Flax, Park Hills 1959. The small girl is Susan Harding seated on flax sheaves, (now Mrs Mead) while her mother took the photo.

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Arnold George Bode was born in Donnybrook on 15 May 1930.

His parents were Harry and Millie Bode. Millie was the eldest daughter of Boyup Brook pioneers George Friar and Caroline Dickson. He had an elder sister Mildred with whom he was very close. The first 2 to 3 years of his life was in Donnybrook until he moved with his parents to the family farm “Coolangatta” at Boyup Brook once the house was built in 1934.

To get to school his mother would walk him and his sister down the paddock to the Boyup Brook and over a footbridge made especially for them by Max & Mick Abel. Max Abel would then take the children including his daughter Leonie and Frank & Betty Palmer to school in his Buick car.

One day on the way home, travelling on the newly constructed gravel road (today the main road from Donnybrook) Max decided to see how fast the car would go. The speedo was showing 60 miles per hour! (that’s equivalent to 96.5 kmph)Those children may have been part of a small few to have experienced such speed in that particular era.

Arnold briefly attended the Narrogin Agricultural School but as the war was in progress he had to come home and help his mother on the farm while his father was away.

In the early 1950's Arnold's income was from trapping rabbits and in the mid 1950's he had a small VW bus and took over the existing school bus feeder route up the Hell's End road, now known as the Boyup Brook Road North. The children were driven to the intersection of the Hell's End and Dininnup Roads where they were transferred to another bigger school bus and taken to school.

In 1958 a young school teacher named Doreen broke down in her car at the gate to “Coolangatta”, he took her to her lodgings and fixed her car. His sister Mildred bought him a badminton racquet to encourage him to make her acquaintance at badminton.

Arnold was a keen rifle shooter and so was Doreen and he did well at it. They were married in January 1959. Together they built a one room building on “Coolangatta” and slept in a caravan under the shelter of the extensive roof.

Carole was born in December 1960 followed by Peter in April 1962.

The new house was built in 1963 and Daniel was born in February 1964. A new Bedford bus was bought in 1963 and Arnold would polish it until you could see your reflection. He sold the school bus route in 1972.

His beloved parents passed away, Millie in 1972 and Harry in 1973. Neighbouring land was purchased in 1974 to allow for expansion and diversity. 1978 was heart breaking when fires fuelled by Cyclone Alby burnt out 75% of the property and years of selective Merino breeding had to be euthanased. Arnold took his one and only trip overseas in 1985, an organised agricultural tour to China, where he had always wanted to go.

Arnold tried to retire to town in the late 1980's but longed for open spaces and eventually in 1991 he and Doreen at the

tender ages of 61 and 62 built a kit home on part of “Coolangatta” and named this 80 acre property “Windy Hill” the name being self explanatory.

Arnold took up playing bowls around the age of 50, he thoroughly enjoyed it and became very good at it. His last game of bowls was in April this year alongside his daughter Carole. Arnold was a founding member of the Boyup Brook Pioneer Museum and loved to re-live his youth as a member of the Warren – Blackwood Car Club in his 1937 Ford truck.

In 2005 due to Doreen’s failing eyesight Arnold and Doreen had a house built in town and moved in.

In 1984 Arnold had been diagnosed with a heart murmur and in 1996 with prostate cancer.

In September 1996 he had a heart operation to replace his faulty valve.

In December 1996 he had his prostate operation. The heart specialist had given the pig valve a life span of 10 years, it was still going strong to the end 19 years later.

He was very conscious of his health and his regular check ups were sure to have enabled him to have the best of health for so long.

Arnold will be remembered for his values, Hard work – Honesty – Family.

Carole Forrest

Vale Arnold George Bode

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5 Officers Volunteered to cover 3 x 12 hr Shifts @ the Northcliffe Fires this year.

Country Music Festival 2015

4 Days 20 Officers

RAC Simex @ the CMF ANZAC 2015

Ebola Training @ Bridgetown Hospital

Out & About with the Boyup Brook St John Volunteer Ambos 2015

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State Conference 2015 Can you guess who your local Volunteer ambos are?

Nicki Jones receiving her 12 yr. medal

Betty Watters receiving her 12 yr. medal

Blackwood Marathon 2 Vans & 5 Officers

RODEO

3 Officers volunteer at Leavers in Dunsborough over 3 days each year. St John Bear @ the Dinninup Show

Out & About with the Boyup Brook St John Volunteer Ambos 2015

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Up to date with the Boyup Brook Visitor Centre

Phone 9765 1444 Email: bbvisitor@wn.com.au Website: www.boyupbrooktourism.com.au Boyup Brook Tourism Association Inc.

Proudly sponsored by the Shire of Boyup Brook

Christmas is in the air... Make your list, check it twice and head into the Boyup Brook Visitor Centre, where you will find the shelves brimming with lots of lovely local products, beautiful handmade treasures and original art. You will even find Christmas Cards and decorations!

It is always a good time to buy local but never more so than at Christmas time! So this Christmas - shop local for that unique gift and support your local artisans, businesses and community, while doing so.

Hello Summer.. Celebrate the holiday season with a picnic! Try beautiful Jayes Bridge on Jayes Road - a gravel road connecting the Kojonup/Boyup Brook Road to the Boyup Brook/Bridgetown Road. Buzzing with activity during the annual Blackwood River Marathon in October, this picturesque site is serene for most of the year - for more details, pop into the Visitor Centre for an information sheet on Picnic and Camping sites in the Boyup Brook District.

Thank you... To all the valued volunteers, customers, artists and makers for your support throughout the year.

The Boyup Brook Tourism Association wishes everyone a safe and happy festive season!

What's happening in December: Community Christmas Celebrations

Friday 4th December 5.30pm - 7.30pm

Abel Park (cnr Abel and Bridge St)

Support local

businesses

— they support you

CENTRE ROSTER

Dec-15 10am - 1pm 1pm - 4 pm

TUES 1 H O'Connell H O'Connell

WED 2 V Atkins V Atkins

THURS 3 W Samwell V Regali

FRI 4 H O'Connell H O'Connell

SAT 5

SUN 6

MON 7 S White J Peaty

TUES 8 D Winter D Winter

WED 9 J Chambers V LeeSteere

THURS 10 D Chapman B Unstead

FRI 11 D Winter D Winter

SAT 12 E Moir

SUN 13

MON 14 M Hester J Hales-Pearce

TUES 15 H O'Connell H O'Connell

WED 16 C Round B Knapp

THURS 17 N Parker N Parker

FRI 18 D Winter D Winter

SAT 19

SUN 20

MON 21 A Hales S Towndrow

TUES 22 H O'Connell H O'Connell

WED 23 J Peaty C Kaltenrieder

THUR 24 K Bleechmore

FRI 25 CHRISTMAS DAY

SAT 26

SUN 27

MON 28 B O'Hare S White

TUES 29

WED 30 C Round

THUR 31

Jan-16

FRI 1

SAT 2

SUN 3

MON 4 S White J Peaty

TUES 5 H O'Connell H O'Connell

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December 1st N. Jones 2nd G. Eddy 3rd B. Treloar 4th K. Huisman

7th J. Hilder 8th Mercedes 9th C. Petersen 10th C. Rowe 11th L. Rear

14th J. Chambers 15th N. Jones 16th D. Mader 17th P. Ritikis 18th B. Watters

21st C. Petersen 22nd C. Creek 23rd J. Fortune 24th A. Beadle 25th Xmas day

28th Public Holiday 29th P. Ritikis 30th S. Rowe 31st C. Kaltenrieder

Be Still and Know….. God Quite a Story, Isn’t it? ‘... they presented gifts to Him …’

UNITING CHURCH Each Sunday 9.30am

Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month All most welcome

Richard 97651192 Jan 97653066

ST SAVIOUR’S ANGLICAN PARISH

We invite you and your family to worship with us on Sundays at 9:30am.

Contact 9765 1622 or 0428 680 008

SDA CHURCH Kulikup Meets on Sabbath (Saturday)

Sabbath School 10 am Service 11.30 am

Followed by lunch. Contact 9833 2241 or 0447 673 012

SDA CHURCH Boyup Brook Meets on Sabbath (Saturday)

Sabbath School 9.30 am Divine Service 11.00 am

All welcome followed by lunch. Contact 9765 1819 or 9765 1307

CITIZENS LODGE ECUMENICAL SERVICE Each Thursday 11 am

in the Thompson Lounge All Welcome

BAPTIST CHURCH

We welcome you to meet with us every: Sunday Worship 9.30am Mid week Bible Study Wed 7.45pm Ladies fellowship Thurs 1.15pm

First Friday monthly "Kids Club" Years 1-7

Enquiries 9765 1452

THE BLACKWOOD FAMILY CHURCH OF BOYUP BROOK

We invite you to join with us for our Sunday Worship Services.

These are held at 10:00am each Sunday in the Boyup Brook Primary School Hall.

Enquiries Pastor Glen Mader Ph: 97651101

ST MARY’S CATHOLIC PARISH

Mass Times for Weekends: 1st weekend: 9.00am Sunday 2nd weekend: 6.00pm Saturday 3rd weekend: 9.000am Sunday 4th weekend: 6.00pm Saturday (5th weekend: 9.00am Sunday)

Church is located within Catholic school grounds

Phone 9761 1241 for up to date information

Fr. Wally Kevis

BRIDGETOWN CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER - DAY SAINTS Meetings: Manjimup Rd. (op caravan park) - All welcome

Sun: Sacrament 9.00 am Sun School: 10.10am R/s & P/hood: 11.00am Family History Centre Tues: 10.00am - 12noon

In the Christmas story we learn that: (1) God will use people you don’t know to bless you. The wise men weren’t devout Jews or committed Christians, but Persian stargazers. Don’t be selective; you’ll tie God’s hands. Open your heart and you’ll start seeing Him reaching out to you through the most interesting people.

(2) God will take care of your tomorrows. Joseph and Mary would have to leave home and flee to Egypt. What would they live on? Gold, frankincense and myrrh; gifts only the rich can give. When you’re in the will of God He will provide for you. He may do it through your job or the generosity of others, but He will do it. You don’t have to stay up all night worrying, trying to figure out how to make ends meet. The Psalmist said, ‘I have been young, and now am old; yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his descendants begging bread.’ (Psalm 37:25)

(3) God will override the system and get you the help you need. ‘The star guided them to where the young child should be born.’ In the history of the solar system there had never been anything like it. God moved a star like we move a pawn in a chess game, that’s because He ‘works all things according to the counsel of His will.’ (Ephesians 1:11)

The story reads: ‘When they had come into the stable, they saw the young Child with Mary His mother, and fell down and

worshipped Him. And when they had opened their treasures, they presented gifts to Him: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.’

Quite a story, isn’t it?

Submitted by Sandie Blakiston. Taken from The Word for Today, published by UCB Australia, written by Bob & Debby Gass. A free introductory copy of this daily word may be obtained from UCB Australia; freecall 1800 00 777, email admin@ucb.com.au. Online version: www.thewordfortoday.com.au

Art Awards Entries Open

It is time to get creative and prepare your entries for the 2016 Boyup Brook Art Awards.

Held annually in conjunction with the Country Music Festival in February, the Awards will this year be coordinated by the Boyup Brook CRC, with the assistance from dedicated volunteers. Many local businesses will again sponsor the event.

There are a range of categories ranging from textiles to works on paper, works on canvas, mixed media and 3D sculptures. Entries close on February 5 2016, however there is an early bird prize if you enter by January 29.

Entry forms are available from the CRC, Hot Country and on the website www.boyupbrook.crc.net.au. Also keep an eye out on the Art Awards Facebook page for updates.

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The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 33

BOYUP BROOK WOOLS

Sell wool to the value of $500 or more to Boyup Brook Wools and go into the draw to win a Valuable Prize

1ST Prize 40 Litre Car Fridge/Freezer 2ND Prize 10 Wool Packs 3RD Prize 5 Wool Packs

1 Ticket for every $500 of wool sold to Boyup Brook Wools

Promotion runs from 1ST October 2015 to 31ST December 2015.

Prizes will be drawn 31st December 2015 at Boyup Brook Wools store by local identity. Winner will be advised by phone, and will be published in the Boyup Brook Gazette

Don’t miss out. Call ALLAN PIPER on 0428 933 785. Allan will come to the farm or you can drop off Bales and Butts at the Wool store

Small Clips, all oddments, etc.

The place to list you club’s upcoming sporting event, games roster or publish results.

Cricket Off to a Shaky Start

Boyup seniors have not made the best start to the 2015/16 season. After beating Pemberton in our first game, we got beaten by Bridgetown. Travelling again for the third week in a row to Manjimup, saw the boys have a win, with Ty Bancroft taking 4/9 of 3.5 overs.

On the road again all the way to Northcliffe, the boys were excited. But unfortunately got rolled for 37 with junior player Patrick Reilly top scoring on 9. Joey Evans, a new recruit, was the best of the bowlers with 3/45 of 6 overs.

Boyup’s first home game for the season, saw Leigh Clark put a lot of hours into preparing the pitch, were we unfortunately got beaten by Dingup. The boys will travel to Bridgetown then onto Manjimup for a big weekend of 20/20 matches, with a fun night of entertainment. Wish them all the best.

Coming games will see Boyup host Forestry at home on December 12 and then Northcliffe the week after, followed by a break for Christmas and New Year.

Boyup’s junior team is doing great. They have successfully beaten Bridgetown, Quokka (Manjimup), and Woylies (Manjimup). Unfortunately they were beaten by Numbats (Manjimup) at home on November 21. All the juniors are training hard each week and improving dramatically. They hosted Bridgetown at home on November 28 and will host the Woylies on December 12, before having a break for Christmas and New Year. Their first game back will be February 6 at home, game starts at 8:30am so feel free come down and watch.

The club is looking at having a Family Fun Day for Australia Day. We will be playing a fun competition, which require teams of six,

this can be made up of wives, children and friends.

So get a team together and register. We will be running a canteen, with plenty of food and drinks available. To register your team

contact Kerry Clark 0410 100 058 or Tristan Mead 0497 671 340.

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at the BOYUP BROOK CRC 86 Abel St

December Dates: Wednesdays 9th and 23th 9am - 1pm

Dr. Michael Fetter BSc DC

Phone: 9765 1169 for an appointment

Time for Tennis

Juniors Thursday afternoons have seen the tennis courts swarming with young tennis stars from 3:30pm until 6:30pm. South West zone coach, Andrew Woodward has had the juniors engaged each week with the support of local volunteer coaches assisting who are also learning some coaching tips at the same time.

Some juniors are also participating in competitive tennis on Saturday afternoons which is improving skills and teaching game play.

Seniors The move to Saturdays has seen a number of new faces join in social tennis since the Opening Day held on November 7.

Club Patron Eric Biddle served a ball to fellow Life Member John Scolari to mark the opening of the 2015/16 season in front of a great crowd.

Jen Staniforth-Smith, Lynley Biddle, Heidi Webb, John Scolari and John Robinson were the day’s winners each taking home prizes from sponsor, Beulah Wines.

Social tennis will continue on Saturdays from 2pm throughout December and on Saturday the 19th, the first Championship of the season will be held. The Handicap Mixed Doubles, sponsored by Boyup Brook Tyre Service, will commence at 1pm and will precede the annual Christmas Party.

Interschool Athletics

Boyup Brook students participated in the Interschool Athletics Carnival on Friday, November 13 at the Boyup Brook town oval.

The competition was extremely close all day with St Mary’s taking home the shield for 2015 on 262 Points, closely followed by BBDHS on 245 Points and St Brigid’s on 237 Points.

Congratulations to the medal winners listed below: Junior Girls (Year 1 & 2) Champion Danielle Troode St Brigid’s 11 Points Runner Up Lucy Fortune St Mary’s 6 Points

Junior Boys (Year 1 & 2) Champion Luke Hallett St Mary’s 12 Points Runner Up Jacob Dupe BBDHS 6 Points

Intermediate Girls (Year 3 & 4) Champion Jade Reid St Mary’s 15 Points Runner Up Rachel Kilchenmann St Brigid’s 9 Points

Intermediate Boys (Year 3 & 4) Champion Archer Southwell St Brigid’s 13 Points Runner Up Callum Emmerson St Mary’s 10 Points

Senior Girls (Year 5 & 6) Champion Tayla Forbes BBDHS 16 Points Runner Up Lucy Hide St Brigid’s 12 Points

Senior Boys (Year 5 & 6) Champion Harry Goerling BBDHS 15 Points Runner Up Tom Hallett St Mary’s 14 Points

Above: A group of juniors working on their racquet skills

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 35

Men’s Pennants The men having been having mixed success so far this season with members being unavailable over past weeks.

They are in sixth position on the ladder and hope to improve their position now that most of the team are available again.

Ladies Pennants Ladies have had quite a good start season and have gained points in most games.

They are in third position on the ladder after the first round. On Tuesday 17th pennants was played in Donnybrook and Boyup Brook came away with full points.

Men’s Handicap 75up Played over two weekends in a Round Robin format this event is sponsored by Greenline.

The winner this year was Steve Thompson on a countback from Ken Ritson.

Mixed Split Triples This event was played on Thursday 5th November and is sponsored by Terry Redman MLA each year and makes for a very enjoyable day of bowls.

The day is organised by the match committee and consists of a game of triples to start the day. This is followed by teams splitting into a pair and a single for the next round before having a final game of triples.

The winning team was Robin White, Neville Parker and Ginny Mitchell with second place going to Geraldine Pensini, Marie Uren and Duncan McDonald.

Mixed Club Triples This event was played on the warmest day we have had this season with the temperature rising to a little over 30C. William Barrett & Sons are the sponsors for the day.

With some closely fought games the final winners were Ginny Mitchell, Marie Uren and Merridee Waters with the second team being Susanne Connor, Warren Bywaters and Neville Parker.

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Vale - Arnold Bode At the end of October we farewelled Arnold Bode and formed a guard of honour following the memorial service held at the Town Hall.

Arnold was a long time and much respected member of the Boyup Brook Bowling Club and always ready to encourage newer bowlers. He was delighted when daughter Carole took up the game in recent years.

90th Birthday On the evening of 15th November a large group of bowlers and friends gathered at the Boyup Brook Club Inc for a surprise tea to help Frank Palmer celebrate his 90th birthday which occurred on 13th of November. Frank is a Life Member and held in high regard by members. He is still happy to fill in at men’s pennants when needed.

Social Bowls Social bowls continues on Sunday with good numbers of enthusiastic bowlers enjoying an afternoon of bowls.

On The Green

The Boyup Gazette December 2015 pg 36

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