Hope you're having a very merry Christmas - Town of Walpole

A little way from town butwell worth the visitEnjoy garden fresh gourmet lunches,scrumptious cakes and great teas and coffeesserved in the relaxing ambience of ourGarden Café and Gift Shop.Open daily 9 am - 4.30 pm3 Gardiner Road, North Walpole(08) 9840 1249December 29th 2006Community News of Walpole,Nornalup, Peaceful Bay& Bow BridgeHope you’re having a very merry ChristmasWe’re coming out a day late because we’ve been busy celebrating Christmas. Hope you are having ahappy time with family and/or friends and you are looking forward to a great New Year.Our pictures are from Carols by Glowlight: the full choir, above, MC Jenny Kendrick below left andProduced by Walpole Community Resource Telecentre (Inc)Latham Ave. (PO Box 197), Walpole, Western Australia 6398Phone : (08) 9840 1395 * Fax (08) 9840 1394 * Email: weekly@walpole.org.au * Web: www.walpole.org.auWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 —

Walpole WeeklyNew Year week edition :Deadlinenoon Tues 2nd JanuaryProducedTuesday 2nd JanuaryCopied and distributedWednesday 3rd JanuaryHAPPY NEWYEARTO ALL OURREADERSHAPPYBIRTHDAY!December29 Cody Lodge30 Paige AggissPam AnningJanuary1 Olivia May GardnerDi HillBeryl HoweJohn PierceSt George’sAnglican ChurchWalpoleCorner Vista and PierStreetsHoly CommunionSunday 10am.Contact: Rev Karen Urquhart9848 2173Ideas sought for Shire centenaryA meeting will be held at the Walpole Telecentre on Friday, January 5 th , todiscuss possible events for the Shire of Manjimup Centenary Celebration in2008.The Council is keen to have Walpole and other outlying towns of the Shireparticipating in a programme of events and activities to mark centenaryyear.Anyone with ideas is welcomed to attend the meeting which will start at10.30 amDEADLINE FOR COPY is 12 noon each Monday at the Telecentre.Advertisements and suggested news items may be:• Left at the Telecentre, Latham Ave, Walpole (or in the box at the Vista Streetentrance)• Posted to Walpole Weekly, PO Box 197, Walpole, WA 6398• Phoned to Telecentre on 9840 1395• Faxed to Telecentre on 9840 1394• E-mailed to Telecentre at weekly@walpole.org.auNews Items included at Editor’s discretion.Announcements, notices of meeting etc will be treated as paid advertisementsunless they have particular news value. Any community group may have one freepage of news per year to publicise their activities (but not to advertise specificevents).Births, Deaths & Marriages - 50% of scheduled fee;Outside covers, special effects, flyers by arrangement;Charges (other than for classifieds) can be billed under the existing Telecentrecomputerised accounts system. Invoices are issued at the beginning of the monthfollowing the charge. Weekly advertisers are welcome to pay a year in advance andreceive the 12th month FREE. The Telecentre is not in a position to carry overdueaccounts, so prompt payment would be appreciated.The production costs of the Walpole Weekly are covered by advertising anddonations. We sincerely thank our advertisers and ask that the community in turnsupports them.Subscription ~ by post - $40 per calendar year ~ hand delivered in the main street -$25 per calendar year.ADVERTISING RATESFull page ( 18 cms wide x 27 cms deep) $70Half page - 8.9 cms wide x 27 cms or 18 cms x 13.4 cms $35Quarter page- 8.9 cms x 13.4 cms or 18 cms x 6.5 cms $18Eighth page 6.5 cms x 6.5 cms $ 9Classifieds $5 for account customers or paid on the day.$7.50 for non-account customers if an invoice to be sent.Public Notices $ 3Above charges all Include GSTDistribution 400 copies per week.All editions of The Weekly are now available to be downloaded from the Internet—www.walpole.org.au— and follow the links.DISCLAIMER:The Walpole Weekly is produced by the Walpole Community Resource Telecentre(Inc) in good faith as a means of communication within the communities of Walpole,Nornalup, Bow Bridge and Peaceful Bay. The Management Committee takes noresponsibility for the content of contributions and any views expressed are those ofthe contributor. However, any contributions deemed to be offensive may be refusedat the discretion of the Editor.EDITOR: Mike Murphy.Walpole WeeklyWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 2

Drilling to start soon forshort-term water suppliesThe Water Corporation will begin drilling next month to look for ground water supplies closeto Walpole airstrip.This is needed to provide a short-term solution to the region’s water supply problems whileinvestigative work starts early in the new year to examine long-term options.Regional Business Manager Chris Elliott said significant growth and climate uncertainty wereplacing pressure on Walpole’s existing water supply scheme and a sustainable long termsolution was needed.“The investigative work will comprise hydrogeological studies, water sampling and test boredrilling, to help identify some broad conceptual options for further detailed consideration,” hesaid. “As preliminary investigations are undertaken, we will be working closely with the Walpolecommunity and other stakeholders to develop feasible planning options for the town’sfuture water needs. Community input will be sought at each stage of the project and will play akey role in determining the best way forward.“We expect preliminary investigations on the long term options to be undertaken in the next 12to 18 months, which will include opportunities for community involvement.”Because implementation of a long term solution is likely to take a number of years, the WaterCorporation is also investigating supplementing existing water sources for the short term.The drilling rig will be brought in to look for potential short term groundwater supplies in landnear the airstrip which has been selected so as to minimise impact on private land or highconservation areas.Chris Elliott said the town’s drinking water storage levels were low for this time of year, andurged Walpole residents to conserve as much water as possible during summer.“Based on previous years’ trends, Walpole’s water consumption is expected to double incoming weeks due to the annual influx of tourists to the area,” he said. “We will be workingwith the local hospitality industry to minimise impact on the water scheme, but residents canmake an equally significant contribution by reducing water use around the home.”Tree-Elle RetreatMASSAGEWhy not treatyourself to aTherapeuticMassage & SpaAt the new facilityavailable atTREE-ELLERETREATCall Barbara tomake an appointment.9840 8471Policy on publicationThe Management Committee of the Walpole CommunityResource Telecentre (Inc), proprietor of the Walpole Weekly, isresponsible for the production of the Weekly for the purpose ofinforming the general public of all that’s happening in ourcommunity and as a vehicle for advertising local services andairing legitimate community issues.However, we reserve the right to refuse to print any materialthat could lead us into litigation, is derogatory to any personor group, or could further inflame any existing disharmonybetween community members. We have no desire to quashhealthy discussion of community issues.Any submissions received by the Editor may be referred to theManagement Committee for examination and its decision willprevail.WalpoleMarketSaturday December 30th9amContact Sarah 98408220 .Renew yoursubscription nowAll paid subscriptions to the Walpole Weeklyexpire at the end of December.If you wish to continue to subscribe and havethe Weekly delivered to you in 2007, pleaseadvise the Telecentre office and we will behappy to invoice you for the annual fee of $40.WALPOLETAXIAvailable ‘til lateNew Year’s EveBookings on98401041 orMob 0428401041Walpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 3

A message fromDave Tapley,Manjimup ShireCouncillor,Walpole WardAs a committee member of the official Tidy TownsCommittee I wish to convey to the community oursincere thanks to those groups who actively participatedin the spirit of the project by getting behind thepreparation of our town in general prior to the visit bythe Tidy Town judges. Thank you also to those groupsand individuals who provided support material to ensureour submission was of a high standard. Mike Murphyand Michael Filby together built the submission in aprofessional manner, which obviously helped to make agood initial impression of our town.Michael Filby and I had the honour to escort the judgesthroughout the entire town, explaining the effort thathad gone into making the various sites look their best.One of the judges commented “What a lovelycommunity feel this town has—does everyone care fortheir garden so well all the time?” Naturally, we repliedthat you do! We were both very proud to be in aposition to show off our town and the worthwhileprojects that exist in it.I have been very proud to represent the Walpolecommunity. We have seen many achievements becomefinalised during the last couple of years andcongratulations must go to all those people who wereinvolved in one way or another.I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone inWalpole and surrounding districts all the best for 2007.Dave TapleyPS - from Jenny WillcoxThanks must go to Dave for his active support of ourmany projects over the years. He’s here, he’s there, infact he’s everywhere! He’s been on the committee ofthe Rec Centre since the beginning, plus everything elsesince, like the Communications tower, radio, police,collocation, Silver Chain, Tidy Towns, mainstreet,Country Club, etc—he campaigns for all causes! Onbehalf of the community of Walpole and districts,thanks so much, Dave! Your efforts are certainlyappreciated.Michael Filby who can often be seen around the districtpicking up litter from roadside verges has recentlycompleted a 100km stretch between Kent River andNorthcliffe turnoff on the South West Highway. That isno mean feat and the cleanliness and litter-free state ofthe verges is regularly commented on by visitingtourists. Not only did Michael cleanup this stretch, butalso re-visits to maintain the litter-free status. On behalfof the community, Michael, thank you so much forhelping to keep Walpole so clean!CLEANERWANTEDASAP9840 1107FLARE DEMONSTRATIONWalpole Sea Rescue Group wishes to adviseall members & interested members of thepublic that a "Flare Demonstration" is to takeplace at the main jetty on Dec 29 at 6.30 pmShould you wish to bring along any out ofdate flares these can be safely disposed ofon your behalf .The group extends the complements of theseason to all & wishes you safe boating.MassageTherapyMerry 0417 971 147Tues, Wed, Thurs, 10 am - 4 pmand at other times by appointmentFront entrance, old Silver Chain building,Nockolds StreetKerry Halse 0427 482 437A/hrs Ph/Fax 9848 2437Walpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 5

Redman congratulatesWalpole and Denmark onTidy Town success.Stirling MLA Terry Redman has congratulated both theWalpole and Denmark Tidy Town committees on theircontinuing commitment to ensuring that their towns remainclean, green and beautiful places to live and to visit.“The naming of the two towns as regional winners for thesouth west and great southern respectively, in the 2006 TidyTown awards is richly deserved, and is just reward for allthose whose hard work has contributed to their area’s visualand environmental appeal.” Terry said.“Anyone who lives along this stretch of southern coast,knows how unique its attributes are, and that pride of place isreflected in the community support that gets behind the TidyTown Committees.“The Tidy Town awards are based on more than simply atown’s cleanliness and appeal, and it was clearly thecommitment to environment, evident in Walpole’s andDenmark’s presentations, that made the difference when thewinners were decided.“We can certainly take pride in the example that these twocommunities have been setting for many years in theirdedication to natural heritage preservation.“It is very pleasing to see the committee’s and thecommunity’s hard work in so many areas including wastemanagement, coastline and waterways preservation,revegetation and sustainability, recognised by the KeepAustralia Beautiful Council.” Terry said.Trevor Burslem, Manager of the Valley of the Giants Tree TopWalk (DEC – Frankland District), passed awayafter illness two weeks ago.Trevor had been with theDepartment for six years and waswidely known and respectedwithin the Department and thetourism industry.Originally from Perth, he hadpreviously managed the Tree TopWalk in Lamington NationalPark in Queensland.He will be missed by both hiswork colleagues and the WalpolecommunityWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 6

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Dear Editor: Theforest doesn’tneed thisWhen Christmas and New Year are over and thedecorations come down, I hope the same applies tothe decorations in the Swarbrick Forest Block.If ever there was desecration, hideous violationand disgusting taste put upon such a magnificentstand of forest, that is what has been done.Fake; plastic; bird and animal barrier; all at oddswith such a lovely, uplifting place.I hope Premier Carpenter will come south and say/shout “It’s Got To Go”.What makes us think the forest needs dressing up?It stands alone - majestic.Marion Hunt, AlbanyEDITOR : A number of people have expressedsimilar negative reactions to the artworks, forestmirror, and walkway at the Swarbrick site of theWalpole Wilderness Discovery Centre.If you have views one way or the other, write to usabout them and we will try to assess what thecommunity thinks as a whole.EC 5106Walpole &SurroundingDistrictsFor prompt and quality workmanshipon all types of electrical installations.Richard & Sarah WilliamsPhone/fax 9840 1243Mobile 0429 442 252The AnnualGF 009493 PL 6825Ian MathesonGENERAL MAINTENANCEINCLUDING EMERGENCIES*** Sewer conversions & Renovations ****** Blocked drains *** Burst pipes ****** Hot water system installation and servicing ***FREE QUOTESMob. (Ian) 0417 905 688 Ph. (Edwina) 9840 1918Acoholics AnonymousAs of 4th January the Walpolemeeting of Alcoholics Anonymouswill be held at the Anglican Church,cnr Vista and Pier Streets(opposite the fire station).Same day/time - every Thursday(including all public holidays)at 7.30 pm.Monday, 1 st January 2007B-B-Q: Noon to 1.30pm12.45pm – Let The Games Begin …* Tractor Rides* Races – running, egg & spoon, 3 legged* Tug-‘O-War * Tunnel Ball *Hay TossPrizes 4All agesCome along for a traditionalFamily Fun DayWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 8

Memories for a lifetimeBy Amanda FlettSeptember 9th 2006 was the beginning to the mostextraordinary week that I have experienced to date, and quitepossibly will in my entire life.With four other students from Albany Senior High school Iwas privileged to extend my studies in the workings ofinternational economics by travelling to Hong Kong.While there we were given the opportunity toexperience the World Economic Forum for Investors hostedby the CLSA Bank. Over 1,100 investors from thirtycountries and 550 CEO/CFO's attended this eventrepresenting 200 of the region’s best companies.It is an invitation-only event which truly illustrates howincredible this experience was, and how grateful to Mr LaurieYoung I am. Mr Young, a former student at ASHS, now theHuman Resource Manager for CLSA, sponsored fivestudents from the school: Rhys Hening, Amy Hetherington,Kathleen Robbins, and former Walpole students MatthewParker and myself, and extended the invitation to ourEconomics teacher Mr Ray Lucas, Gemma Hitchcock andparent Mrs Leanne Hitchcock.For us 'humble country folk', describing this trip as an'eye-opener' would be an understatement. Not only were weable to learn about a completely different culture, we werealso able to experience the workings of the bank and attendguest speaker presentations at the forum which includedkeynote speakers: Bill Clinton, Al Gore and Allan Greenspan.I found the most impressive to be Al Gore. Not onlywere we able to see him in action at the forum as he gave hispresentation on Global Warming, but we were also able toattend the showing of his film ‘An Inconvenient Truth’.During the day, when we were not at the forum, we were atthe CLSA bank. Each student was partnered with astockbroker on the Trading floor who acted as a mentorinforming us of what their work involved, how to operateBloomberg for Indices; the program that they used toresearch the companies, and allowing us to observe millionsof dollars worth of shares being traded.We witnessed the stockbrokers operating up to sixcomputer screens at once as they completed their tradingactivities. It was an inspiration to watch them in action andlater we were given a tutorial of how to operate the amazingsoftware on the Bloomberg premises.This new knowledge was put to good use as when wereturned to the bank we were presented with two case studieswhich involved us working in small groups to research twocompanies. We had to decide on a position we, as“knowledgeable stockbrokers", would hold on thesecompanies. I can proudly say that we had positive feed backon both case studies and were told that our positions weresupported.Most afternoons after our ‘hard day’s work’ were spent doingwhat we all did best: shopping. And most of the nights?Wining and dining again at the expense of Mr Young. Heintroduced us to some exclusive restaurants in Hong Kong,where even the bathrooms emerged as a topic ofconversation. At one restaurant the Ladies room shone inblack marble with assistants standing by to wipe your hands,and the Men’s room was complete with one of the greatestviews of Hong Kong, with one-way glass of course.The Albany SHS group that travelled to Hong Kong:Matthew Parker, Kathleen Robbins, Amy Hetherington,Amanda Flett, Ray Lucas, Gemma Hitchcock andRhys Hening.My favourite night in Hong Kong would have to beattending the CLSA Investors' Forum Gala Party'Notorious'. This included entertainment from some ofHong Kong’s most talented dancers and break dancersand culminated with a concert by Duran Duran.The Sacred TreeIs open in DenmarkFor all your Inspirational Giftsfrom Worldwide cultures.Includes Jewellery, Angelic,Native American, Fairy & Unicorn,Native berry moisturisers,Crystals and Pendulums, Singing Bowls,Gongs, Colourful silk brocade tablerunners, Posters, Books, C.D’s, EssentialOils,Belly Dancing Accessories.Readings and Aura Photographsavailable by appointment.See us on the corner of StricklandStreet and South Coast Highway inthe Denmark BudgetAccommodationPhone 9848 3360 orA/H 9848 1487Walpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 9

9840 1395TeleCENTRAL Building, Latham Avenue, WalpoleUPDATEWalpole Market Day—this Saturday !The Telecentre crew will once again hold a SausageSizzle at this week’s markets, hopefully raising the lastof the funds needed to acquire the tables and trestlesfor the Community Centre.Come along and have a healthy breakie or lunch andhelp support us!We will also be holding a raffle—so buy a ticket or twoor three to get the chance to win a free meal for two!Thank you so much Pauline and Laurie and Julie andRay.Tree Top WalkRESTAURANTMotelSEASON’SGREETINGSThe Telecentre Management Committee,Staff and Volunteers extend to thecommunity of Walpole and districts oursincere thanks and appreciation for youroutstanding support over the last year.We wish you all a wonderful 2007.HOLIDAY HOURS OF BUSINESS :Wednesday 27th DecemberThursday 28th DecemberFriday 29th DecemberSaturday 30th DecemberSunday 31st DecemberMonday 1st JanuaryTuesday 2nd JanuaryBusiness as UsualBusiness as UsualBusiness as UsualCLOSEDCLOSEDCLOSEDBusiness as Usual& DELICATESSENHas donated Dinner for Two !Has donated Lunch for Two !Glassblowers Complex,Nockolds StreetSpecial thanks to Jack Jennings who last weekattended at the Telecentre to hang on the walls allour lastest Awards. We appreciate your supportwhenever we need your help, Jack!Pssssst!Have you seen the BBQ Shelter in PioneerPark lately???? Not only is the floor nowconcreted but, the surface has been sealed,some of the tables have been secured backinto place and, with assistance from theWalpole Work Camp, the surroundinggrounds planted with roll-on lawn andrunners. Top marks to Peter Newton whohas worked so hard for many days gettingthe area usable again for the many visitorswho use this facility.FREE TO GOOD HOME !2 Joysticks and 1 set Pedals for use with a computer.Microsoft compatible. In working order.COURSES & WORKSHOPS ON THE DRAWINGBOARD FOR 2007Internet Banking workshopMicrosoft Movie Maker.Microsoft Unlimited PotentialMicrosoft PublisherDrawingWe are running an “Expressions of Interest” list. Ifyou are interested, put your name on the list for any ofthese interesting learning activities.Telecentre MembershipPlease note all memberships expireon 31st December, 2006 andrenewal of is invited for 2007.We are still the least expensiveTelecentre in the State, so takeadvantage of our generous memberprices for all your business andpersonal use of our services andfacilities.We thank all past members for their support andassure you of our highest endeavours always !Walpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 10

Author to visitlibraryAward-winning Western Australian author GeoffHavel will visit the Walpole Library on January 12thfor a reading of his children’s novel, Babies Bite.The Kinross Primary School teacher’s third novel wonthe 2005 Hoffman Award in the Western AustralianYoung Readers Awards.Part of the Premier’s Summer ReadingChallenge ‘writers in library sessions’, Geoff Havel isone of four authors who will visit libraries across theState during the school holidays.Department of Education and Training ActingDirector General Sharyn O’Neill said the sessionswere a fantastic opportunity for children to discoverthe joys of reading and to get involved in thechallenge.Open to all children from kindergarten to Year 7, thechallenge encourages children to spend 15 hours ormore reading or being read to over the summerholidays.The challenge runs until January 30 and entries closeFebruary 16.Children can read anything from comics andmagazines, to newspapers and books, or they canselect from one of nine recommended books.The Walpole Bead Shophas relocated toThe Bead GalleryAt 6405 South Coast Highway, Nornalup(just about opposite the Eco Caravan Park)10 am - 4 pm 7 days a week(until further notice)Ph/Fax 98401273• General bulldozing• Swamp dozing• Stock/Gully dams• Aquaculture ponds• Broad acre marronreservoirs• Drainage• RehabilitationSOUTH WESTEARTHMOVING• Bulldozer• 22 tonne excavator withstump forks• Bobcat & Truck Hire• Tenders AcceptedMOB. 0427 408 111PH: 9840 8110 FAX: 9840 8557PO BOX 245 WALPOLE WA 6398PIONEERSTORENockolds Street WalpoleTel: 9840 1031 Fax: 9840 1135LIQUORSTORE OPENSunday31st December10 am - 5 pmNEW YEARSPECIALSHIGH TIDEliquorDUNESPINOTCHARDONNAY$10.99!STOLICHNAYABLACKRUSSIANVODKA+KAHLUA+COLA$8.99/4 PACKWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 11

Tree Top Walk M otel Phone :RESTAURANT 9840 1444Happy New YearBuffet style breakfastEvery Saturday and Sunday7.30am - 9amEveryone WelcomeSaturday & Sunday12- 2pmCAFÉ STYLE LUNCHBOOK NOWFOR OURNEW YEAR’S EVEPIG ON A SPITAROUND THE POOLWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 12

Kate O’Brien made a Life Memberof Silver ChainKate O’Brien with Silver Chain CEO Ross Bradshaw and two otherlocal Life Members of Silver Chain, Jan and Ray Jones.Kate O’Brien has been officially recognised as aLife Member of Silver Chain.Kate has been president of the Walpole BranchCommittee for six years and is anactive member of the Health Service AdvisoryCommittee.Ross Bradshaw, Silver Chain’s Chief Executive,who came to Walpole to last week to make thepresentation, said Life Membership is granted toindividuals who have made an outstandingcontribution over an extended period of time,“Throughout the 14 years that Kate has been apart of the Walpole Branch Committee, she hasspent endless hours organising fundraising eventsand working to ensure the people of Walpole aregiven the best possible service. We are verygrateful for her support,” he said.“Both Kate and Jenny Willcox, who isSecretary of the Walpole Branch Committee,were the driving force behind the outstandingfundraising efforts of the branch committee forour new health centre. Over a period of 18 monthsmore than $30,000 was raised, which was used topurchase soft furnishings and equipment.”BURTON REALTYREAL ESTATE AGENTSAUCTIONEERSPROPERTY MANAGERSFor all your Real Estate requirements callMaggie Wake Rodney Leggerini9840 8486 9840 1417Cliff Jefferson Joe Burton9840 8486 9840 8066FREE MARKET APPRAISALSDo business with theteam doing the businessWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 13

Tech Pet…Want an easy method of showing your friends your digitalphotographs without the hassles of sending them by email?Then do as I have done and upload and store them on theInternet using flickr. You can then let your friends have theURL (address) and they can then browse them at their leisure,or indeed run them as a slide show. The service is free (wouldI use it otherwise?) and initially you are given an allowance of20 megabytes per month; mine has just been raised to a 100megabytes so I must be doing something right. A fee is onlypayable if you want to upload an unlimited number ofphotographs, but one can squeeze a hell of a lot of picturesinto 20 MB.If you want to use the freebie you have to have a Yahooidentity before you can sign up for flickr, but this is easilyobtained from Yahoo.com and then you can start uploadingimmediately. If you want to have a preview, take a look at mymodest efforts so far by copying and pasting the followingURL into your Internet Browser.http://tinyurl.com/y9cjpmThis is one worthwhile program and one can spend hourslooking at what others have uploaded, most in the publicdomain, ie no copyright. For instance if you do a search onWalpole, flickr will come up with some 2080 photos althoughgranted, not all are of Walpole WA.Last time I checked there was something like 33 millionphotos in the data base. Who needs Clipart?Have lots of fun.till next time...FARMERS & BUSINESSESDO YOU NEED HOUSINGFINANCE?The Country Housing Authority is a State GovernmentAgency supporting rural and remote communities byproviding access to housing finance.We provide housing finance to farmers, retired farmers, ruralemployers, the self-employed and local governments toprovide flexible, tailored home loans that suit the needs oflocal communities.You can use your Country Housing Authority loan to build,buy, add or modernise your home. Our loans have noapplication or loan management fees and competitive interestrates.Repayments can be made on a monthly, quarterly or halfyearly basis or tailored to your cash flow. The loan terms areusually 20 years.For further information phone one of our friendly staff on93258200 or use our free call number 1800 158 200.Visit our web site at www.housing.wa.gov.auor email us at cha@housing.wa.gov.auWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 14

Walpole Mechanical and TyresLot 5 Vista StreetSCROUNGERS GOLF19/12/06(STABLEFORD)WINNER; Nigel Fry26 Points.R/UP; Kevin Pierce25 Points.THIRD; Graham Becker23 Points.L/D # 11; Graham Becker.SUNDAY 24/12/06(KEVIN PIERCE TROPHY)STABLEFORD.WINNER; KevinAnderson 39 Points.R/UP; Bob Skippings39 Points.THIRD; Betty Cooper35 Points on C/B from GlenBurton.NTP # 2; Bob Skippings.LONGEST PUTT HOLED# 18; Ron Anning.NEXT WEEKSUNDAY 31/12/06(KEVIN ANDERSONTROPHY)STABLEFORD1230 START.SCROUNGERS GOLF26/12/06 STROKE CYP'SWINNER; Martin AnningNett 42.R/UP; Kevin Pierce Nett43.THIRD; AnneStokes/Hughes Nett 44.NTP # 17; Kevin Pierce.L/D # 12; George Doust.LEAST PUTTS; HesAnderson & Martin Anning15 Putts.BIRDIES; KevinAnderson # 11.SPORTS RESULTSWANTEDThe Walpole Weekly willpublish results free of chargefor any local sportingorganisation. Please have themto the editor by noon onMonday of each week.Phone (08) 9840 1297 A/hrs Mobile : 0419918076Mechanical servicing and tyre repairs,bulk oil, batteries and freight depot. Compactor for hire.Reasonable prices - Mon - Fri 8 am - 5pm; Saturday 8 am - NoonABODESERVICE1/1058 Middleton Road DenmarkPhone: 9848 2772 Fax 9848 36640 Block clearing0 Dam building & cleaning0 Fence lines0 Tree stump removal0 Aquaculture pondsCompleted Fisheries AquaculturePond Construction CourseLawnmowing ContractorGarden SuppliesBobcat & Truck HireTrailer HireStorage UnitsTimber Processing & SalesPeter NewtonPhone: 9840 1300 * Mobile: 0429 043 948TERRA EXCAVATIONSWe dig it !! ABN 65 694 350 585• Glass • Mirrors • Glazing• Tiles-Floor & Wall• Security Doors & Flyscreens• Shower Screens• Doors– Timber External/InternalDistribution of:• Insulation–Fibreglass,Polyester & WoolLOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED20 TONNE EXCAVATORKeith & Narelle O’BrienPhone/Fax : (08) 9840 1129Mobile : 0428 401 129Email : terra@westnet.com.auGREAT SOUTHERN CONCRETINGAND BRICK PAVINGJasonLay it once / Lay it rightHouse slabs ■ Verandahs ■ Driveways ■ ShedsBRAD OR CHRISPO Box 434 Phone/fax 98483191Denmark 6333 MOBILE : 0428 927 158TRADINGHoursMon-Fri8am-5pmKEYLOCKWINDOWS & DOORSCLEARLY THE BESTRODERICK TREELOPPINGNo job too small No job too bigFully insuredPhone : 9848 1280 Mobile : 0428 481 280Walpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 15

Help sought to preserve cockatoosBirds Australia is coordinating the extension of the Carnaby’s Black-Cockatoo Recovery Project into the South Coast regionwith the help of regional group SCRIPT.The Project aims to conserve and protect these birds and their habitatthroughout the South West.Found nowhere else in the world, Carnaby’s Black-Cockatoo is one ofthree Black-Cockatoos endemic to the region. Classified as Endangered, thepopulation size of Carnaby’s Black-Cockatoo has declined by at least50% in the last half century; largely due to clearing of extensive areas of theirbreeding and feeding habitat.Although seen frequently, the population is an aged one and with the loss ofbreeding habitat they are producing fewer chicks. When this generation dies outthe population will decrease even further.The birds have a very strong social structure and mate for life, living for up to50 years. They mainly nest in Eucalyptus tree hollows including Salmon Gum,Tuart and Marri and typically feed on the seeds of proteaceous plants such asBanksia, Hakea, Dryandra and Grevillea.The first stage of the project will focus on the nesting areas of the birds.Anyone who has had Carnaby’s Black-Cockatoos visiting their propertybetween June and December and/or would like to be involved in theRecovery Project, is being asked to contact the Birds Australia,and help us in the conservation of these special birds.Funding is available for landholders wishing to help protect Carnaby’sCockatoo habitat on their land.For more information or to report nesting areas, contact Raana Scott, SouthCoast Recovery Project Officer on 08) 98420011 or emailr.scott@birdsaustralia.com.auMERV’S CONCRETE SUPPLIESPRE-MIX CONCRETESAND & GRAVEL CARTINGSITE WORKS - HOUSE & SHED PADS – DRIVEWAYSLOADER HIRE & GRADER HIREBLUE METAL & METAL DUST AVAILABLEContact MERV Ph/Fax 9840 1130Mobile 042 8 401 130A Carnaby’s Black Cockatoo- one of two white-tailedblack cockatoo species inthis area. They may appearcommon, but most of thebirds we see are old and theyare not breeding strongly.When they die out there willbe very few left.FOR SALEBOATBaron 4.7m cabin cruiser$4,500 onoTRACTOR : MF65 & slasher& super spreader$6, 300 onoTRACTOR: Chamberlain 354Country Man Fel Cab in A1condition (100 hp)$14, 000 ono98401 237FOR SALEBeds (4) singlemattresses,including basesPh : 0419 865 128,MichaelWalpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 16

What’s on? 27th December to 3rd January 2006Wed. 27th December9.30 am - 11.30 am : OpShop9 am - 1 pm : Peaceful Baytip7 pm : Women’s Fitnesscircuit at Rec Centre7.30 pm : Mixed darts at theWalpole HotelThurs 28th December9.30 am - 11.30 am : OpShop1 pm - 5 pm : WalpoleWaste TransferStation7.30 pm : AA Meeting @PlaygroupFriday 29th December9.30 am - 11.30 am : OpShop16.30 pm : Sea Rescue flaredemonstration atjetty.Sat 30th December8 am - noon : WalpoleWaste TransferStation9 am : Walpole Markets10 am - 1 pm : Op ShopSun 31st December12.30 am : Sunday SummerGolf at Country Club1 pm - 4.30 pm : PeacefulBay tip1 pm - 5 pm : WalpoleWaste TransferStationMonday 1st JanuaryNoon : Peaceful Bay FunDayTuesday 2nd January9.30 am - 11.30 am : OpShop1pm - 5pm : Walpole WasteTransfer StationWed 3rd January9.30 am - 11.30 am : OpShop9 am - 1 pm : Peaceful Baytip10 am - 5 pm : Walpole PublicLibrary (closed 1-2 pm)7.30 pm : Mixed darts at theWalpole HotelDon’t forgetJanuary 5th : 10.30am - Meeting atTelecentre to discussShire centenarycelebrations.January 6th - 10 thDreams of the Bay ArtExhibition at PeacefulBaySASC resumes on17th JanuaryTO ALL CLUBS ANDORGANISATIONSIf you are closingdown over theholiday period pleaselet us know when youreopen for 2007.Walpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 17

Willing handsprogress BBQshelter upgradeThe work on the Pioneer ParkBBQ shelter has progressedrapidly with continued inputfrom several people, includingsome of the prisoners.After the initial work of layingthe concrete floor a lot offollow-up activity has beenneeded including replacing thetables and BBQ and plantinglawn.Jenny Willcox, who hasco-ordinated the project, said itwas truly a combined effort butPeter Newton (pictured aboveright) deserved special mention.“He has been outstanding - evenusing his own paid staff onseveral occasions,” she said. “It'sone thing to donate one's owntime and effort, it's quite anotherto have to pay your employees toget community jobs done”.Aged care surveymoves aheadThe group working with consultantAnne Chapple to determine Walpole’saged care needs is making rapidprogress.At their last meeting they set prioritiesfor the needs so far identified,recognising that security and safety werethe first priority, with a continuum ofservice from low care to high care,freedom of choice and being keptinformed as other importantconsiderations.The group is clearly working towards amodel which enables people to stay intheir own homes as long as possible andreceive a range of care as it is needed.Anne Chapple will be talking to theSeniors Activity and Social Club onWednesday, January 17th and anothermeeting of the study group will be heldeither on the Wednesday or theThursday.It is open for any interested people tojoin the group.• Garages • Sheds • Patios• Workshops • Carports • Add-on roomsEnclosures • Garage doors • FencingLot 11320 South Western Highway, Manjimup WA 6258Phone 9777 1095 • Fax 9777 1192-from 2000lt to 225,000lt -”West Coast Poly Tanks”Highline Water TanksSTRONG, DURABLE, COST EFFECTIVE” THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOUR PROPERTY ”OUTDOOR WORLD MANJIMUP 9777 1095Walpole Weekly December 29th 2006 — 18