THE KULIN UPDATE

20TH AUGUST 2020

PROUDLY PRODUCED BY THE KULIN COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE

KULIN POLICE STATION UPDATE

From 1st September 2020, there are changes to the penalties for the use of mobile devices whilst driving.

CONNECTING OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY

Get snapping and take part in our August photo competition. It is free to enter and prizes to be won.

TOPICWe would love to get a picture of your favourite Tin Horse and find out why it is your favourite.

THE COMPETITION RULESPlease email us a copy of your photo, your name, and a brief description of why you love this Tin Horse to marketing@kulin.wa.gov.au

Entries must be received by 3.00pm, Tuesday 1 September, 2020. Entrants must agree that their entries may be featured in the Kulin Update, CRC and Shire website or social media. We will include the entrants name where possible.

NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK

The Kulin Childcare shows us a few easy science experiments to do at home.

12COMMUNITYCLEAN UP

The Shire is requesting all residents to set aside some time now to spruce up their little piece of heaven.

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WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE CHARACTER?

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CONTENT CORNER

The Kulin Update is proudly produced by the Kulin Community Resource Centre

CONTENT DEADLINES

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Next deadline 1st SeptemberNext edition 3rd September

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

AUGUST20th Elyse Alexander, Helen Sullivan21st Damien Brandis, Alison Lucchesi (Minnie)22nd Mary Lucchesi, Mathew Ledwith23rd Samuel Cook, Bruce Eyres24th Joshua Saunders, Tyson Gangell26th Cathy Hodgson27th Kade Gangell28th Lyla Smoker, Willow Smoker29th Kathleen Wilson, Ruby Edwards30th Mary Roads, James Wilson, Travis McAdam, Hudson Bennier,

SEPTEMBER1st Mathew Thompson2nd Jay Robertson, Harlow Tyson 3rd Donna Waters, Amber McAdam4th Colin Jenks, Vicki Johnson5th Barry Gangell

KULIN CRC AND VISITOR CENTRE IS OPEN FOR ALL SERVICES FROM:

8.30AM - 4.30PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY.

 THE CRC CAN BE CONTACTED VIA THE FOLLOWING:

PHONE: (08) 9880 1021KULIN UPDATE: MARKETING@KULIN.WA.GOV.AU

HAVE YOU GOT NEWS?

If you would like to share your news or information with the Kulin community,please email Kari on marketing@kulin.wa.gov.auPlease send your news in a word doc or email with photos attached.

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CEO CORNER

Welcome back to another CEO Corner. Unfortunately, the big wet that had been expected over the past two weekends didn’t really eventuate besides a few smaller falls, but nothing substantial.

This week we have our August Council Meeting. The Agenda isn’t overly exhaustive with the main content being the award of recently advertised tenders. Councillors will also be completing their mandatory training as required by the WA State Government as part of the Local Government Act Review.

Good luck to the golfers competing in Kulin Golf Club’s annual showcase event, the Clayton Cup, on Saturday 22nd August. I’m sure Phil and Matches will gladly take late entries. The Golf Club and Shire staff certainly have the course looking in top condition.

Congratulations to the other Winter Sports Clubs on successfully hosting a Quiz Night at the FRC last Saturday night. I hear a good time was had by all and quizmaster, Jay Robbo, kept everyone well entertained. Such events certainly bring the community together.

Next week sees the FRC host a couple of regional meetings, including a ‘Grain on Rail’ Meeting with the local WAFF Branch, as well as the WALGA Central Country Zone Meeting. These meetings are certainly an opportunity to showcase the

great community of Kulin.A short report this week, but as always things seem to be busy within the Kulin community to keep it progressing.

Until next time safe travels

Garrick YandleCEO

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Garrick Yandle Chief Executive Officer

JOBS IN THE SHIRE

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Applications are invited for a full time Road Maintenance / Plant Operator position with the Council.

The successful applicant will be required to hold a minimum MR licence and will undertake on the job training to enable him/her to carry out various duties and responsibilities in an efficient manner and to become proficient in operating various items of Council plant and machinery.

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the LGIA 2020 Award. With incentives such as regular overtime, over award payments, superannuation and other bonus schemes operators have the capacity to

MULTI-SKILLED ROAD MAINTENANCE / PLANT OPERATOR

earn in excess of $65,000 per annum. Subsidised housing may be available to the successful applicant.

Kulin is located three hours south east of Perth and one-hour east of Narrogin. The Shire population is approx 1000, with the townsite of Kulin having 400 residents. The Shire is well serviced in terms of health care and schooling (to year 10), has recreation facilities second to none and an energetic community provides the opportunity for plenty of active participation and quality living.

To obtain a position description please email Tom Bennier at to@kulin.wa.gov.au

or for further information phone Judd Hobson, Manager of Works, on 0427 801 241.

Applications outlining employment history and other relevant details, including the names of 2 recent referees, via email, post or dropped at the office on Johnston St and are to be received by 4pm Friday 28 August 2020 addressed to the undersigned.

Judd HobsonManager of WorksShire of KulinPO Box 125 Kulin WA 6365

CULTIVATING KULIN COMMITTEE

CKC UPDATE

Cultivating Kulin Committee held their Annual General Meeting on 28th July 2020.

President Brad SmokerVice President Graeme RobertsonSecretary Taryn ScaddingTreasurer Nicole ThompsonCommittee Carly WilliamsCommittee Sharyn McAdam

Representatives from community groups:Kulin Bush Races - Tom MurphyKulin Community Financial

Travis McAdam spraying the community crop (by Sharyn McAdam)

Services - Derek YoungKulin Shire Council - Barry West

COMMUNITY CROPPING PROJECT UPDATEA huge thanks to our community members who have contributed to the project to date.

Tim Bardon Jnr & SnrMike & Kathy WilsonJarron Noble Don BradfordMichael, David & Peter CarmodyMurphy & McInnes families for their rock picking skillsChad Frantom Ben Whisson Travis and Sharyn McAdam

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With the coming spring and even though there are no Bush Races, many visitors will still be arriving/travelling in our Shire for a multitude of reasons, not the least that Kulin is quite simply a fantastic place to be.

With the above in mind the Shire is requesting all residents to set aside some time now to spruce up their little piece of heaven. Time to clean up around your home for the spring and to get in early to get rid of potential fire hazards that will exist once the grasses dry off. There is also the issue that long grass and rubbish makes an ideal home for snakes and other unwanted pests.In terms of Bushfire control, In past years the Council has not seriously considered issuing

NOTICES FROM THE SHIRE OF KULIN

TO THE HOUSEHOLDER - COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP

infringements however this year there will be no warnings given to anyone not complying with the firebreak order.

THE FIREBREAK ORDER THAT APPLIES TO TOWNSITE LAND IS AS FOLLOWS:“Land Area less than 1 hectare:-All hazardous material must be removed from the whole of the land except living trees, shrubs and plants. In the remaining area all vegetation is to be maintained to a height of no greater than 100mm, and;

It be recommended that at least a 2m wide area, immediately within the external boundaries of the lot, be clear of all flammable material except for living trees, plants and shrubs.”For information any land of one hectare or above the rural provisions apply.

We look forward to your support and cooperation in helping clean–up Kulin.

The CRC is running a series of courses to help the seniors in our community become more confident in using their mobile phones, ipads or laptops.

If you are interested, join us at the CRC at 3pm on Thursday, 27th August. Please bring your phone, ipad or laptop so can you to join in on the lessons.

TECH SAVVY SENIORWORKSHOPS STARTING

KERBSIDE RUBBISH COLLECTION

The Shire will be conducting a kerbside pickup throughout the townsite on Thursday 10th and Thursday24th of September 2020. • This will be a great

opportunity to get rid of any rubbish not suited to the weekly depot pick-ups.

• Small electrical goods, small furniture, tree and garden trimmings etc.

• Larger items may be removed from your yard by phoning office staff to organise for pick-up. Please let us know if you would like something removed.

• Please NO broken glass or lawn clippings.

Further information call the Shire Office 9880 1204 or Email to@kulin.wa.gov.au

TECH SAVVY SENIOR WORKSHOPS

SHIRE OF KULIN - BUSH FIRES ACT 1954

PURSUANT TO THE POWERS contained in Section 33, you are hereby required on or before 31 October 2020 and thereafter up to and including 15 March 2021 to have a 3 metre firebreak clear of all inflammable material on all rural and townsite rural land owned or occupied by you: 1. Immediately inside all external boundaries of the land; and2. In such other positions as is necessary to divide land into areas not exceeding 500 hectares, each completely surrounded by a firebreak; and3. Immediately surrounding any part of land used for crop; and4. Parallel to and within 100 metres of the perimeter of all buildings, haystacks and fuel ramps on the land; and5. Immediately surrounding receptacles used for the storage of fuel, whether they contain fuel or not; the firebreak required to comply with this item shall be no less than 5 metres wide; and6. Immediately inside land which has been bulldozed, chained or prepared for clearing by burning (whether you intend to burn the bush or not); the firebreak required shall be no less than 7 metres wide. Where the land is prepared for clearing by burning after 19 September 2020 you shall provide the firebreak immediately.

TOWNSITES – AREA LESS THAN 1 HECTAREAll hazardous material must be removed from the whole of the land except living trees, shrubs

and plants. In the remaining area all vegetation is to be maintained to a height of no greater than 100mm, and;

It is recommended that at least a 2m wide area immediately within the external boundaries of the lot, be clear of all flammable material except for living trees, plants and shrubs.”

(Note: any land of one hectare or above - rural provisions apply.) FIREBREAK VARIATIONIf it is considered by the owner or occupier to be impractical to clear firebreaks to comply with this notice due to soil erosion, the spread of salinity or for any other reason, a request for a variation may be made to the Council no later than the 1 September of each year. Such a request must be in writing and include a detailed plan showing the proposed location of firebreaks or of the alterative fire protection methods to be used. HARVESTING OPERATIONS - MOBILE FIRE FIGHTING UNITSAn operational mobile engine powered firefighting pump unit with no less than 500 litres of water shall be in attendance during grain harvesting operations. If the unit is trailer mounted the trailer must be attached to a vehicle at all times during harvesting operations and the unit must be in the paddock, or adjoining paddock, where the harvesting operation is being carried out.

AUTOMATIC HARVESTING BANSA Harvest Ban will apply automatically on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

OTHER MATTERSIf for hardship reasons, it is considered by the owner or occupier to be impossible to clear firebreaks required by this Notice, you may apply to Council or its duly authorised officer for permission to seek alternative options. Claimants of hardship, should do so with sufficient time to allow alternatives to be enacted. Claims of hardship does not automatically exempt owners and occupiers from the requirements of this Notice.

The penalty for failing to comply with this Notice is a fine not exceeding $5000. A person in default is also liable, whether prosecuted or not, to pay the cost of the Shire or a contractor performing the work directed in this Notice if it is not carried out by the owner or occupier by the due date. If the requirements of this Notice are carried out by burning, such burning must be in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Bush Fires Act. By Order of the Council.

GarrickYandleChief Executive Officer

NOTICE TO ALL OWNERS AND/OR OCCUPIERS OF LAND WITHIN THE SHIRE OF KULIN

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BUSH FIRE BRIGADE

Orders are now being taken for protective clothing - coats and trousers, supplied by Stewart & Heaton Protex. Please see sizing chart below – order to your normal clothing size.See link for more detailed product information:

file:///O:/09%20EMERGENCY%20SERVICES/09.02%20Bushfire%20Administration/Bush%20Fire%20Clothing/Styles+J545-T540+Wildland+Fire+Fighting+Two+Piece+Ensemble.pdf

BUSH FIRE BRIGADE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

A duty of care exists for a Fire Control Officer to ensure that persons attending an incident has appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment), the same responsibility rests with those attending so please ensure you wear the required clothing, otherwise insurance issues may arise.

Please email to@kulin.wa.gov.au or call Tom 9880 1204 to place an order (must include sizing). You must be a registered member of a bushfire brigade within the

Shire of Kulin, and have not placed an order in the past 5 years.

Orders will be taken up to Friday 12 September 2020.

Bush Fire Brigade Protective Clothing

Orders are now being taken for protective clothing - coats and trousers, supplied by Stewart & Heaton Protex. Please see sizing chart below – order to your normal clothing size.

See link for more detailed product information:

file:///O:/09%20EMERGENCY%20SERVICES/09.02%20Bushfire%20Administration/Bush%20Fire%20Clothing/Styles+J545-T540+Wildland+Fire+Fighting+Two+Piece+Ensemble.pdf

A duty of care exists for a Fire Control Officer to ensure that persons attending an incident has appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment), the same responsibility rests with those attending so please ensure you wear the required clothing, otherwise insurance issues may arise.

Please email to@kulin.wa.gov.au or call Tom 9880 1204 to place an order (must include sizing). You must be a registered member of a bushfire brigade within the Shire of Kulin, and have not placed an order in the past 5 years.

Orders will be taken up to Friday 12 September 2020.

Jacket J545 sizes 82 to 132

Trouser T540 sizes: 77R to 112R 87S to 132S 74L to 94L

CONTROLLED BURN

The Fire Brigade will be conducting a controlled burn on Friday 21st August 2020, at 2.00pm in the bush at the back of Price Street (the bush behind Carly/Willows, Sloggetts etc)

CONTROLLED BURN ON FRIDAY 21ST AUGUST

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GOLF CLUB NEWS

KULIN GOLF CLUB

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On the 9th August, eight dedicated men played a stroke round during the rain and 50km/hr winds. All eight men finished. Scores were not the best but Phil came in with a 78 nett and Ben Whisson, who played his first game of the year, came in with a good score of 81 nett.

On the 16th August, Ellen, Julie and six men played in windy conditions. We played a Stableford event and Norm Quicke came in with a great score of 41 points.

We would like to thank Hooch and Rachel, from the IGA, for being the long-term sponsor of the Kulin Golf Club and

COACHING CLINICSEPT 6, 20208.30 AM ONWARDSCONTACT BRENTON 0429 417 215

Hooch, Rachel and Jackson Argent Matches, Paul and Neil playing in 50km/hr winds

continually supporting our community.

Phil Roads 0427801245

WOMEN’S FIXTURES

AUGUSTSun 23 Captain’s ChoiceWed 26 Social GolfSun 30 Stroke 3rd Champ Round

MEN’S FIXTURES

AUGUSTSat 22 Clayton CupSun 23 Captain’s ChoiceSat 29 Hick’s Shiled/Syred Cup PingaringSun 30 Stroke 3rd Champ Round

KULIN CHILDCARE HAPPENINGS

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NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK 15 -23 AUGUST

EASY SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS

TRAVELLING WATER.1. 6 x clear plastic cups2. Place water and food

colouring in 3 plastic cups3. Place an empty cup in

between each cup of colour.4. Fold paper towel over to

make a strip.5. Place one end in the colour,

the other in the empty cup.6. Watch the colour travel up

the paper towel, joining in the empty cup to create a new colour.

DRY SAND1. Spread plain beach sand or

bought coloured sand on a tray, spray with Scotchguard, let dry.

2. Using a jug or large bowl of water, place the sand in the water.

3. When you take the sand back out it will be dry!

LAVA LAMP1. Glass jar or coffee jar.2. Fill 2/3 with Baby oil or

cooking oil. Fill remaining with water.

3. Add some food colouring.4. The oil and water will not

mix.5. Drop an Alker Seltzer tablet

into the liquid….watch the lava rise and pop!

GENERAL NOTICES

WHERE AND WHEN?

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AUG/SEPT DOCTOR’S OPENING DAYS These dates are dependent on all going to plan and any changes will be advised. We apologise for the inconvenience. For medical emergencies, please call 000. For afterhours attention, please attend the Kondinin hospital.

Kulin Bush Races Inc would like to open a small funding round for local community groups in genuine need. Applications close 14th September 2020

For the funding guidelines and application form, please contact Alecia Robertson- Kulin Bush Races Secretary on 0438 987 134 or kulinbushraces@outlook.com

KULIN BUSH RACES- FUNDING ROUND 2020

How did you do with identifying the event on the left? The picture is of the Premier, Sir David Brand, at the Kulin 50th Anniversary in 1960. Bill Colbourne showed us the plaque from the Kulin museum, that was in front of the tractor on the day. The Plaque reads:

“In commemoraion of the 50th year of settlement of the Kulin District. Unveiled by the Premier. Hon. D Brand on 5th November 1960. This early model tractor was one of the first used in the district and was donated by Mr. J.H. Nichols, Kulin.”

Thanks to Mr. Proud for the picture of the event.

Did you attend the Opening above? We would love to hear your memories or see your pictures from the event. We will fill you in on the details in the next Kulin Update.

EDFL FIXTURES 2020

Saturday 22 August RSM Round 13 Bruce Rock v Kulin/KondininSaturday 29 August Talk to a mate Round 14 Kulin/Kondinin v Burracoppin @ KN

CBH GROUP FINALS SERIES1st Semi Final and 2nd Semi Final Weekend of the 5th-6th September @ TBCPreliminary Final Saturday 12th September @ TBCGrand Final Saturday 19th September @ TBC

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GENERAL NOTICES

KULIN MOTOR MUSEUM OPEN TIMES Wednesday 10am - 2pm Saturday 10am - 2pm Contact Jock 9881 1359 or Clarrie 9880 1058 outside of these hours

LOCAL CHURCH UNITING CHURCH 10:30 am Morning Tea,11:00 am Service Starts - 1st and 3rd Sunday each month. CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr Tom Zureich. Phone 9880 1436 Mobile 0425 414 088 KULIN ANGLICAN CHURCH  Although regular Kulin services have stopped for the time being, the Anglican church can still be made ready for special services and events. Contact Katheryn Wilson 0429801228 in Kulin or the Bunbury Anglican Diocesan Office on 08 9721 2100.

JUSTICES OF THE PEACE M Carmody  9880 4042 MT Lucchesi  9880 4050 JM McInnes  9880 1360 PJ Mullan  0427831041 R Noble  9880 1383 BW Sloggett  9880 9036

CONTACTING YOUR LOCAL POLICE

Kulin Police Station is staffed by two police officers who, when required, are available to respond to incidents 24/7.

Your local police can be contacted as follows:

• If you require police in an emergency dial 000

• If you wish to report a non-urgent matter to police dial 131444

• If you wish to speak to an officer at Kulin Police Station dial 9861 5800.

If the Kulin Police Station phone number is diverted to Albany Police Station, the public and local community are encouraged to hold the line and leave a message with staff there, should they wish to speak with their local police.

DO YOU HAVE ANY NOTICES FOR THE COMMUNITY?

Do you have any notices you would like to add to this page? If you do, we request that contributors send us information in the following format:

1. Text to be sent in a Microsoft word document or email. We can no longer recieve PDFs, only as paid adverts.2, Photos to be sent as attachments and not embedded in other documents.3. Please ensure you have edited your submission.If you would like to share your information with the Kulin community, please email Kari on marketing@kulin.wa.gov.au

NOTICES FROM KULIN POLICE STATION

KULIN POLICE STATION

Officer in Charge - Sergeant Dave Ball

Patrol/Inquiry officer - Senior Constble Marcus Scott

WELCOME

Greetings from your local police!Kulin Police Station is a two-officer station that predominantly polices the Shire of Kulin and provides an extended coverage into the neighbouring shires of Corrigin, Kondinin, Lake Grace and Wickepin.

Although the police station isn’t staffed 24/7 your local officers are available to respond to incidents at any time. Your local police can be contacted as follows:

• If you require police in an emergency then dial 000.

• If you require police for a non-emergency then dial 131444.

• If you wish to speak to an officer at the police station dial 9861 5800.

Out of business hours, the main police station number is diverted to Albany Police Station but the public and local community are encouraged to leave a message with staff there should they wish to speak to their local police.

CHANGE IN MOBILE PHONE WHIST DRIVING PENALTIES

From 1 September 2020, there are changes to the penalties for the use of mobile devices whilst driving. The penalties have been increased due to the increased use of smart phones by drivers and are as follows:

• Use mobile phone (audio call) whilst driving $500 fine 3 demerit points

• Use mobile phone (email, texting, video call or social media) $1000 fine 4 demerit points.

• Further information regarding road safety can be found at www.rsc.wa.gov.au

FIREARMS LICENSING

A reminder to local firearms license holders to ensure firearms licenses are renewed on time and not left too late. Common issues with this are not updating address details with WA Police Licensing or just leaving it for a rainy day!

The current cost of renewing an individual firearm license is $56 as opposed to the $421 fine for not. It is the responsibility of the firearms license holder to ensure it is current at all times.

CRIME PREVENTION

At the beginning of 2020 there were a number of home burglaries reported within the town site. The offenders removed fly screens and entered through unlocked windows. To prevent similar incidents household and business owners are advised to ensure their premises have adequate security before leaving it unoccupied for extended periods. This includes window locks, door locks and the fixing of fly and security screens.

If you have information regarding crime within your local community, you can call your local police or if you wish to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.

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GENERAL NOTICES

KULIN RSL SUB-BRANCH

The current members of the Kulin RSL, Peter Mullan and Ray Baldock regrettably made the decision to close the Kulin RSL Sub Branch which has been active since 1934. This move is disappointing but there was no other option to continue with the Sub-Branch. The following is an email I received from John McPherson, RSL, Perth regarding the closure.

G’day Peter,

I was sorry to read your email about the closing of the Kulin RSL Sub-Branch but fully understand the reasoning behind this move.

The thanks of RSLWA are extended to all those who have participated in your past endeavours, particularly to yourself and Raymond Baldock (the last members of the branch). As your original Charter is unable to be located, and will therefore not be returned to RSLWA as is the norm, our membership officer will transfer your memberships to RSLWA Central and make note that Kulin RSL Sub-Branch no longer exists.

Best wishes for your future endeavours.

Cheers,

John McPhersonVeteran & Community Liaison OfficerThe Returned & Services League of Australia WA Branch lncorporatedPh: (08) 9287 3799 F: (08) 9287 3732Level 3, 65 St Georges Terrace, Perth I PO Box 3023 East Perth WA 6892

We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank the Kulin Community and the Kulin Shire for their support and assistance in conducting Anzac Day Services and especially the construction of the new war memorial. We are pleased with the knowledge that the Anzac Service in Kulin will continue to be conducted and supported, as it has been for the past 86 years.

Peter Mullan

ACTS OF KINDNESS AND APPRECIATION

Lately, I have witnessed and heard some really great examples of our strong community and local acts of kindness. I thought it would be a good opportunity for us to share these ‘Acts of Kindness & Appreciation’ in the Kulin Update. If you would like to acknowledge someone or share a positive story, please send it through to the CRC.

Every day, Travis, myself and our kids thank our lucky stars that we live here in this town and more so in the past few months, in Western Australia. We have so much to be thankful for. Today a parade of Shire road machinery graded, then rolled and then graded again some of our very bumpy driveway. The kids and I took great delight in running out onto our veranda this afternoon and jumping for joy and waving at Rod, Jonesy, Jeremy, and Johnno! Thanks, so much guys for the grading and waving back with those big grins!

Lastly, I want to leave you with a thought until next time,

“Be kind to yourself first and foremost because when you feel good, helping and looking out for others comes easier too”.

Sharyn McAdamkarrimahfarm@bigpond.com

KULIN MUSEUM SOCIETY INC.

AGM 15TH AUGUST 2020

Despite COVID 19 the Museum and Men’s Shed have had a productive year. Tourists and visitors were less during the shutdown, but many people are on the road now.

The forklift purchased with a grant from the Aust. Men’s Shed Association has been refurbished and painted (in Eagles colours- AARGH) and is ready to use.

Two old CBH elevators have been brought to town and are on display over the road.

New woodworking equipment has been installed in the woodworking area in Ted’s shed. This was purchased with a grant from the Kulin Bush Races.

The Ford Pilot car, owned by the garage proprietors, the Butler family, circa 1948 has come to town and restoration has begun. This car was originally bought by Mr Harry Trundle and traded in at Butler’s a year or two later.

More items have been donated and there is much restoration still to be done.

Elections for Office Bearers saw Keven Giles elected as President, John Munro as Secretary, Kevin Ritchie as Treasurer, and Bill Colbourne and Daniel Giles as Vice Presidents.

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THE MUSEUM IS OPEN WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY MORNINGS AND OTHER TIMES BY REQUEST.

Kevin Giles (President), John Munro (Secretary), and the two Vice Presidents- Bill Colbourne and Daniel Giles.

Members at the meeting table.

WILDFLOWER SOCIETY OF WA (INC)

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25TH ANNIVERSARY AND AGMKULIN-KONDININ HERBARIUM & WILDFLOWER GROUP

Green Fringed Mantis OrchidCaladenia falcata

Cowslips Caladenia flava

Clown Orchids Caladenia roei

25TH ANNIVERSARY AND AGM AND GM FOR THE KULIN WILDFLOWER GROUP

WHENTuesday 25 August 2020

WHEREKulin Flora Herbarium in the Old Shire Office McInnes/Johnston St Kulin

Please come along if you were a member between 1995 and 2020!Due to Covid please BYO cup

11AM -12 Pop in and see what we do in the Kulin Herbarium

12-1PM 25th Anniversary Celebration, AGM and GM

1-2 PM Wander on the Macrocarpa Trail or drive or gopher

We hope previous members will come along and show us their “first finds” and tell us of their amusing and other incidents.

We welcome your ideas on new directions for 2020-21 and how we can interact with other community groups.

If your interests are photography, birds, fauna, nature, nature-arts or just walking in the wild, you are welcome too.

CONTACT USPlease call us with your ideas or to join.

Robin Campbell 0499 624 038 Heather Gibson 08 9880 1278 Harold Proud 0429 801 024 Matt Schmook 0427 388 822 Jean Sloan 0427 891 229 Linda Turner 0427 788 992

Robin Campbell President-Secretary Kulin Wildflower Branch of Wildflower Society of WA

Purple peas Mirbelia floribunda

Hard pruned Trumpet tufts

Donkey Orchid Diuris brachyscapa

KULIN CWA 2020

A NEW MEMBER

I joined C.W.A. this year to be involved in fund-raising for the upgrade of the interior of the C.W.A building.

The C.W.A. Members would like to thank our Shire for their interest and assistance in getting drainage completed.

I’ve included a couple of my families favourite recipes. They are well worth a try!

Pam King

HOW TO REMOVE GREASE STAINS

Eucalyptus oil will remove stains from any kind of material. Apply with a clean piece of flannel, and rub gently until the stain disappears.

Taken from the C.W.A. Cookery Book and household Hints, which will be available for sale at Market day.

SPONGE CAKE

4 Eggs – a few days old¾ Cup of sugar½ Cup cornflour½ Cup custard powder½ Teaspoon carb soda1 Teaspoon cream of tartar

1. Sift cornflour, custard powder, carb soda and cream of tartar 3 times.

2. Separate the egg whites from yolks.

3. Beat whites till stiff, add yolks one at a time and beat well, add sifted flours and mix well.

4. Put mixture with air bubbles through it, into 2 x 8 inch greased cake tins.

5. Bake 20 to 25 minutes.

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APPLE CRUMBLE DESERT CAKE

220 grams butter or margarine melted4 Eggs2 ¾ Cups s.R. Flour1 ½ Cups caster sugar1 Cup sour cream or 1 cup greek yoghurt 1/3 Cup custard powder1 Tspn vanilla essence800 gram can pie apple

1. Preheat oven to 180C fan forced

2. Grease roasting dish or slab dish.

3. Using electric beater, beat all ingredients, except apple, for 3 minutes.

4. Pour less than half the mixture into dish. Spread apple onto single layer of mixture.

5. Top with remaining mixture.6. Bake for 1 ½ hours. (Cover

with foil halfway through cooking to prevent it getting too brown.)

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Field Day UWA Future Farm - Bio-amendments

wheatbeltnrm.org.au/events

Can straw, compost or biochar fast track your soil health?

Join us at the UWA Future Farm in Pingelly to see a demonstration of land restoration options using straw, compost and biochar.

How can we use organic materials to restore soil function?

Get your hands dirty looking at the results and contribute to a ‘How to’ manual that will assist in the use of permeable biomass barriers.

More information Visit the link below or contact Jacquie Lucas on jlucas@wheatbeltnrm.org.au or 9670 3113

Event Details

When: Thursday 10 September, 10am-2pm with lunch provided

Address: Ridgefield, UWA Future Farm, West Pingelly WA 6308

This project is supported by Wheatbelt NRM through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program

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Group averages: 19.6 mic, 99.5% CF, 100kg+ bodyweight Guest auctioneer: Michael Glasser from GTSM

2020 FIELD DAY CALENDARStud Park Wickepin On-Farm Tuesday, August 18

WA Sheep Expo & Ram Sale Katanning Thursday & Friday, August 20 & 21

2019 Lewisdale ram sale

Contact: RAY & HELEN LEWIS − Ph: 08-9888 1022 F: 08-9888 1428 M: 0429 100 641Email: rphelewis@lewisdale.com.au Website: www.lewisdale.com.au

Stud Representative: John Sherlock Ph/F: 08-9881 1652 M: 0429 948 388

LEWISDALE POLLY 450Champion medium woolPoll Merino ram –2020 Wagin Woolorama19.3 micron, 99.7% CF, 154kg BW

LEWISDALE TRUMP 26Grand champion Poll Merino ram andchampion strong wool Poll Merino ram –2020 Wagin Woolorama20.4 micron, 99.4% CF, 161kg BW

250 POLL MERINO RAMS

ON-PROPERTY RAM SALE • Saturday, September 5 at 1pmStud Park, Wickepin (In Wickepin at the southern end of Henry Street)

SALE TEAM LEADERS (SEMEN AVAILABLE)

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NORTHAM MAZDA #A Good Deal Closer

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NORTHAM MAZDA – YOUR LOCAL MAZDA DEALER IN THE WHEATBELT

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2019 Mazda 3 G20 Evolve Sedan Experience state of the art technology in this UNDRIVEN Demo Mazda 3 G20 Evolve Sedan!! Features a perfectly crafted premium interior, cutting edge Skyactiv Technology and the latest in safety features. The result is an unparalleled connection to the road and the car.

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KUL IN BUSH RACES

Tin Horse Competition

T IN HORSES ARE NOT AFFECTED BY COVID - 1 9

AND THE QUEST TO KEEP OUR HIGHWAY

GROWING I S AL IVE AND WELL ! !

GET YOUR THINKING CAPS ON AND START

CREAT ING YOUR MASTERPIECE NOW .

Al l t in horse ent rant s must be

nominated by the 25th September

2020 .

T in horses wi l l need to be i n Kul in by

1 s t October 2020 .

For fu r the r i n fo rmat ion and to put your

nominat ion i n , please contac t Wendy

Gange l l

Mob i l e : 0429 805 244

Emai l : wendy@agso lu t ionswa .com .au

• MOBILE SERVICE OF HYDRAULIC HOSES • AIRCONS TRACTORS, TRUCKS, CARS, HEADERS • HYDRAULIC RODS, CYLINDERS, SEALS ETC • GENERAL FABRICATION, AUGERS, CHASER BINS ETC • CNC MACHINING, FLYWHEEL MACHINING, SURFACE

GRINDING, • GENERAL MACHINING / LINEBORING • TAILSHAFTS, PTO SHAFTS

• HIGH TENSILE NUTS AND BOLTS, CAP SCREWS 60 BULL STREET , KULIN, WA 6365 CALL CHRIS 0432799363/ 98801800 7AM -4PM MON-FRI SAT BY APPOINTMENT

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ADVERTS

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The weather is still warm so now is the time to have your A/C checked on your car, truck, tractor. I have 10 years of experience servicing A/C systems on all makes and models from cars to earth-moving machinery and everything in between. If you believe your A/C is not working correctly please call to book your vehicle in for a service. I can come to you or you can drop your car off. I also provide the following services: Install/service A/C systems Test alternators and batteries Fit dual battery/solar systems to cars, caravans and camper trailers Fit/Supply trailer brake systems Supply/Fit camera kits eg. Reverse, Truck trailer or chaser bin auger Supply/Fit spotlights or worklights for cars, tractors, headers etc. Manufacture wiring harnesses Install 4x4 accessories eg. LED lights, power sockets, winches, battery monitoring Swap monitors between tractors Electrical/wiring repairs

For any questions or queries please ring Aaron Carruthers on 0429905452

RTA NO: AU42693 LIC NO: L121418

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ADVERTS

TRANSPORT OF GRAIN &

WATER

M O N D A Y , 2 4 A U G U S T1 P M

F R E E B A I R N R E C R E A T I O N C E N T R E , K U L I N

PUBLIC MEETING

Hosted by the Corrigin/Lake Grace , Avon and Merredin zones of

the WAFarmers working with the Wheatbelt Railway Retention

Alliance and Rail Tram and Bus Union.

Enquiries to : Corrigin/Lake Grace zone- Sonia Tipton 9880 7045 or 0429 807 045 , Merredin zone –

Felicity Cowan 0428 191 083   Avon zone -Jeff Murray 0428 925 662 , Wheatbelt Railway Retention

Alliance – Jane Fuchsbichler  0427 469 050

Future sustainability foragriculture and rural communitiesdepends on security andsustainability of our life blood(water) and our arteries (path toport of exports).  We must look tothe future.

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ADVERTS

For all your electrical needs, big or small, our team at

Mullan Electrical Pty Ltd are happy to help

For Bookings or enquiries call Cindy on 0427 662 356

Weekdays between 9am-5pm

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Start text hereFREE WORKSHOP NORTHAM Developing Volunteer Engagement Plans

When: Wednesday September 2nd 2020 10am - 12pm

Where: Wheatbelt Volunteer Hub (Inside Northam Recreation Centre) 44 Peel Terrace Northam

Does your community group need more volunteers ? Does your community group need help managing your existing volunteers?

Want to network with other Volunteer Managers in your area?

Want to get to the bottom of why all the same old people seem to be doing all the work?

Need a succession plan?

Don't want to get left behind?

Volunteers are the backbone of communities in Western Australia. They want a fulfilling experience that will also be of benefit to them and for their efforts to be acknowledged and recognised. Organisations that have a Volun-teer Engagement Plan or Program that is innovative and flexible are better able to meet the needs and expecta-tions of the modern volunteer.

This workshop will look to

Help understand some of the motivations of modern volunteers and where to find them

Look at your club /organisation and identify what systems and processes you have in place for volunteer management. If you have none, don't worry we will help you with lots of free resources

Help you to identify an appropriate approach for your organisation in managing volunteers so that you can keep them

On the day

Wheatbelt Volunteer Hub will supply paper materials and resources. Resources will also be supplied electronical-ly post workshop. If you need to contact us on the day please call Tanya on 0434 078 533

Places are strictly limited so be sure to register online today at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/developing-volunteer-engagement-plans-northam-tickets-115150765038

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KULIN NUMBERS

SHIRE CONTACTS

SHIRE ADMIN OFFICE HOURS 8.30am - 4.30pm (Monday-Friday) Ph: 9880 1204 Fax: 9880 1221 Email: admin@kulin.wa.gov.au Website: www.kulin.wa.gov.au

SHIRE OF KULIN STAFF CONTACTS Garrick YandleChief Executive Officer Cassi-Dee Vandenberg Deputy CEO Judd HobsonManager of Works

Taryn ScaddingCommunity Services Manager

Shire Customer Service OfficerTrish Mahe CARAVAN PARK Trish Mahe Ph: 0439 469 850 KULIN CRC AND VISITOR CENTRE 8:30am- 4.30pm (Monday-Friday) Ph: 9880 1204 Fax: 9880 1221 crccounter@kulin.wa.gov.au Website: www.kulin.wa.gov.au

CHILDCARE CENTRE Melina McBow 8.00am- 5.30pm (Mon to Fri) Ph: 08 9880 1636 Email: kulinccc@kulin.wa.gov.au FREEBAIRN RECREATION CENTRE Ruth Tyson Ph: 9880 1000 Email: reccentre@kulin.wa.gov.au AQUATIC CENTRE Mark Gillbard Summer Months, Tuesday- Sunday Ph: 9880 1222 Email: pool@kulin.wa.gov.au

EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Kulin Police Station 9880 1205 Kulin Doctors Surgery 9880 1315 Kulin Fire Brigade 000 Kondinin Doctors Surgery 9889 1753 Kondinin Hospital 98941222 Corrigin Hospital 9063 0333 Corrigin Doctors Surgery 9063 2107 Lake Grace Hospital 9890 2222 Lake Grace Doctors Surgery 9865 1208 Hyden Doctors Surgery 0429 082 746 Narrogin Hospital 9881 0333 Narrogin Police Station 9889 1100Western Power (Emergency) 13 13 51  Water Supply 13 13 75 Kulin Water Depot 9880 1356 Harvest Ban Info Line 9880 1511 Shire of Kulin 9880 1204

KULIN/KONDININ ALLIED HEALTH SERVICES

Kulin Clinic Nurse 8:30am-12:30pm Tue, Wed, Fri Mornings 9880 1056

Kulin Medical Centre Dr Mackie  Tue and Fri Mornings 9880 1315 Child Health Nurse Miranda O’Brien 9880 1056 Narrogin Primary Health 9881 0385 Occupational Therapist Speech Therapist Dietician Mental Health Physiotherapist Aboriginal Health Rachel Andrews 9894 1222 Family Counsellor Central Agcare 9063 2037 Drug and Alcohol Counselling HollyOake 9881 1999 Rural Community Support Service 9881 3939 Central Agcare 9063 3720

LOCAL KULIN PHONE DIRECTORY IS AVAILABLE AT THE KULIN CRC

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