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Toodyay Community SingersMaree Lewis

TOODYAY residents and visitors arrived on a glorious autumn day to be part of the inaugural Toodyay Music Fest. People were enticed by the wide variety of genres offered and there was something for most tastes. The Toodyay Community Singers were chuffed to be invited to perform but there was a bit of concern to begin with. Having just reconvened at the start of the month, there were only two weeks to prepare. The singers welcome a challenge and just as well because musical director Trish Young threw some new songs into the repertoire. These were mostly familiar old favourites from the 60s – think reggae hit Island in the Sun and Dream a Little Dream of Me. Trish Young is a wonderful compere and her commentary amused the audience as she struggled with an update on her iPod just as she was selecting musical accompaniment for a song. St Stephen’s Anglican Church proved to be a fabulous venue for choral singing. The acoustics are wonderful.

Fittingly the gospel songs Alle Alle Alle, Swing Low Sweet Chariot and Down by the Riverside, all sung a cappella, introduced the performance. Folksongs were also included in the repertoire. Bush Night Song, a pretty Australian piece, was very well received as was Wild Mountainside, beautiful music written to celebrate in song the wonderful words of Scottish poet Robbie Burns. A song that the singers very much enjoy performing is Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah and they do it complete with a descant which was met with approval by listeners. It was fantastic to hear the sizeable audience join in popular songs such as Top of the World, Imagine and Elvis’s famous Can’t Help Falling in Love. The song the audience loved best, or so the rousing clapping suggested, was the final song, I Am Australian. Everyone heartily joined in singing the chorus and this made such a wonderful conclusion to an enjoyable hour. There is nothing as good for performers as an appreciative audience and the Toodyay Community Singers certainly enjoyed the privilege of entertaining this one.

Toodyay Music ClubJenny Edgecombe

CALLING all Baby Boomers. Toodyay Music Club might be just the thing for you if you’d like to meet other people who enjoy singing or playing guitar, ukulele, banjo, tin whistle and the like. Visitors are welcome, as audience or acoustic performers. Members indulge in a wide variety of musical styles, including folk, country, blues, and a range of popular music from over the years. How does it work? A cheerful welcome, a few warm-up singalong songs then it’s round the circle for members and visitors to sing and/or play one or two items. After a break for a chat over afternoon tea, we go around the circle again. In March, the items covered the usual wide range. The singalong included When the Stars Begin to Fall, Yellow Rose of Texas and Little Old Wine Drinker Me just for fun. Mark, who has only just begun to learn guitar, strummed along like an old hand with Pete for a rather darker bluesy number, Endless Sleep. There were folk songs, including Collette’s Bread and Fishes and Jenny’s Too Close to the Wind. Joe gave us a taste of modern Australian folk with Bernard Carney‘s Feathers and Tributes followed by Piano Man.

Brian’s forte is music of earlier eras and he included the melodious Old Love, New Love. Will loves country and who can resist the haunting Ghost Riders in the Sky? Members often combine for items. This month, Peter, Eileen and Moya played ukuleles and produced great harmonies in their lively presentation of Let the Cane Fields Burn. We’re busily practising for our Theme Day in May, with items about Highways and Byways. Meanwhile, please join us for music at the next meeting on Saturday April 8, 1-4pm, in the CWA Hall, Toodyay. Any style of music welcome, so long as it is acoustic. For more information, talk to Joe on 0400 862 694.

UNIQUELY Toodyay has a new showcase on the wall at the main entrance. Each week one or two artists will be featured in the showcase. The artists’ work will be accompanied by a short statement about themselves, what they produce and their philosophy of creating their art work. The showcase provides an accessible opportunity to check out local artists’ ideas and works.

Choristers raise historic church roof rafters

Toodyay Community Singers at St Stephen’s Anglican Church as part of the Music Fest.

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Toodyay SpinnersAnge Sturman and Margaret Smith

LAST month I foreshadowed that we’d hear more of Margie’s Thailand trip and particularly about her visit to the silk spinnery. Here is her story. “In mid-January I travelled with my husband to Thailand. “The province we headed to was Ratchaburi, a provincial fruit and vegetable town two hour’s drive west of Bangkok and quite close to Myanmar (Burma). “We travelled to Chat Ma Wai, known simply as ‘Bee Town’ where I learned all about life cycle of silkworm. “The setting was a rural mulberry tree farm, where an entire family of several generations was involved in producing silk and other related commodities. “We began the visit with an inspection of the mulberry trees and orchard and then visited the nursery where we saw where the silkworms had laid eggs on specially prepared trays. “These eggs hatch into caterpillars (silkworms) after several days.

“The silkworms are then fed mulberry leaves and after 35 days and four moultings, these caterpillars become huge – 10,000 times heavier than when they were hatched. “Now they are ready to spin a cocoon. “Within two or three days, the caterpillar spins about a kilometre of secreted filament and is now completely sealed in a cocoon. “The newly formed cocoons are then heated in large pots of boiling water which kills the caterpillar within. “Some of the cocoons are spared the hot water and these metamorphose into moths which produce the next generation. “Newly harvested cocoons are white in colour and after a month, they turn yellow. “I witnessed the cocoons being sorted into grades, some for commercial use, others for tourists like me, to enjoy spinning some silk to take home. “The harvested cocoons were then soaked thoroughly in boiling water to soften the silk fibres. “The fibres were then unwound manually, while boiling, with a wooden ladle, to produce a continuous thread. “Anywhere from three to 10 strands may be spun together, to form a single silk thread. “In rural settings in Thailand, women weave silk onto hand-crafted handlooms. “A single silk thread or filament is just too fragile, and thin, to be used on its own. “I saw about 80 cocoons being boiled at once, in the large cooking pot. “Many of the ladelled threads were combined to form a single, thicker fibre for the loom. “I had a go at reeling the threads onto a wooden spindle and discovered the joy of producing a thicker strand of raw silk. “The hand-reeled thread is ideal for heavier materials. “After what seemed like all morning, turning the hand loom, I completed a rather rough skein of pure silk for ‘show and tell’ at the Toodyay Spinning Club. “My arm was very tired after winding the silk thread, but my efforts paid off and I was able to twist the newly (and crudely) spun silk into a skein. What a proud moment. “The next skill will be in bleaching and dyeing this skein of silk – in the future. “Nothing is wasted with empty cocoons and silkworm remains fed to the chooks. “By-products of the mulberry fruit on sale at the silk farm, included jam, yoghurt, fruit juice, chilli/sugared mulberry fruits, silkwater and honey soap, fresh mulberries and of course, mulberry icecream. Our Spinning Group meets every Wednesday from 9am to noon, and every third Saturday of the month (also from 9am to noon) at Parker’s Cottage in the showgrounds. The Felting group meeting time is now on the second Monday each month from noon to 3pm also at Parker’s Cottage. Felting group contact is Jenny Cornwall, 9574 5978. For further information on our group contact Heather Jones on 0407 287 002 or Judy Mackie on 9574 4421.

The Crooked NeedleHeather Wright

HOW COME the months didn’t go as quickly when I was in boarding school? Another month has gone and it is now only nine months to Christmas. The crafters, however, pack a lot into a month; quilts have been finished, knitters are making all sorts of things, the crochet girls produce the most exquisite articles from baby clothes to table runners and doilies. Our numbers remain steady and while some miss a day or two, others make it back. Lunch numbers have been particularly strong – funny that. Glynne is off on her well-earned trip to her home country and has left the Fibre Festival committee with many crocheted and knitted tree warmers. She wrote a lovely letter to the girls thanking them for their effort and support. I think Irma has been a tower of strength to Glynne, so thank you Irma. I am afraid my tree will go cold this festival

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MEMBERS of WA Bush Poets and Yarnspinners Association will share the stage with Jarrah Celtic Band at the Colonial Village at this year’s Moondyne Festival. They will recite poems from the early days of European settlement in Australia as well as more modern works and will also busk with musicians Kate Linke and Warwick Trant. A genuine country girl, Kate has been a popular attraction since the poets started performing at Moondyne. WA Bush Poets will be back in Toodyay for the State Championship on November 3-5. This year the Australian Championships are being held in conjunction with this event. Having been widely promoted in the eastern

states, the event promises to put Toodyay on the bush poetry map and bring numerous visitors to the historic town. Some the best bush poets from across Australia will be converging on Toodyay for the national championships. Visitors to the Bush Poetry Festival can be assured of a feast of traditional and modern poetry in the style of the great masters Banjo Paterson and Henry Lawson. There will also be a concert on the Friday night and a family bush dance on the Saturday night. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge for any of the weekend. For more about the competition check the bush poet’s website wabushpoets.asn.au or contact the president, Bill Gordon [email protected] or phone 0428 651 098.

but I have enjoyed watching the other ladies produce their masterpieces. A couple of the girls have had to hit the hospital wards so good luck to them for a speedy recovery and return to craft. Take it easy girls – don’t dare go dusting. Our condolences go to Debra on the loss of her much loved Dad. We look forward to your lovely smile joining us again. Notes are on the small side this month as I have actually had to miss one or two Fridays myself. Mind you, I did enjoy travelling to Melbourne for the Eagles’ first big win of the season and was very happy that the Formula 1 noise was not coming my way. My husband assured me it was great, apart from Riccardo not finishing. I was thinking of organising a trip for our ladies to the direct factory outlets. Trouble is, we would have to take an empty case. What do you think girls? I am sure I could find a craft shop or two. Until next month, stay safe. Hope that Anzac Day is special for veterans and their families.

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MEASURING 6.5cms from the tip of the snout to just past the hind legs (SVL) the Reticulated Velvet Gecko is only found in the state’s south west. It can range from greyish-brown in colour to a very pale grey; it may, or may not, have a faint pattern the length of the body and a pointed tail that can be between 60-100 percent of the SVL. The tail can be voluntarily dropped or it may lose it from fighting or predation. It will regenerate but without markings. As it lives in trees, this little gecko is termed as ‘arboreal,’ and favours trees that are smooth-barked such as the Wandoo, Powderbark Wandoo, Salmon Gum and Gimlet. It may also be found in homes and sheds.

Toodyay Naturalists’ ClubBrian Foley

THE CLUB was busy in mid-March with a litter pick up along Julimar Road at our Adopt a Spot in the morning followed by our monthly meeting in the evening. During the cleanup we collected more than 25 bags of rubbish, mainly drink containers. At the meeting member Georgina Steytler enthralled us with her photos. Georgina has been very successful in photography competitions throughout Australasia and we could see why. She explained the various techniques she uses and advised on how we could improve our photos. The naturalists in conjunction with the Friends of the River and the Toodyay Historical Society have opened a shop front to promote club information about Toodyay. The shop is next to the Toodyay and Districts Bendigo Community Bank and will be known as Drummond House – Toodyay Environmental and History Centre. (See Toodyay Historical Society column on page 13.) If you are walking past and see it open come in and peruse the rooms, grab a book, coffee or tea and sit a while. We have an excursion to Southern Cross during Easter and will be staying at the caravan park. Our main aim is to travel to the Helena Aurora Ranges. The Ranges are an example of wondrous banded-iron natural formations which are under the threat of iron mining. If any non-members are interested in participating then you are very welcome to attend. For more information please contact Brian on 9574 5448. A ful l program for the 2017 year can be found on the club’s websi te toodyaynats.org.au. For injured native animals or reptile relocation please ring Wildcare Helpline 24 hours, 9474 9055.

‘Knocking’ gecko leaves a tell-tale calling card

Reticulated Velvet Gecko photographed in the house in summer. Photo Wayne Clarke.

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Toodyay Tidy TownsGreg Warburton

I WAS driving past the Northam Road intersection information bay when, at the sight of a ute piled high with orange bags, I pulled in to investigate. Not surprisingly, it was ‘litter legend’ Peter ‘Robbo’ who had just returned from another pick up along Toodyay Road. Peter had also loaded large quantities of domestic garbage emptied from the Main Roads wayside bins. Committee members recently met with Main Roads and the Shire of Northam to discuss the combined shire Northam Road litter pick up which also provided an opportunity to request a regular run to empty the bins along the Toodyay and Goomalling Roads. This seems unlikely to happen and a previous assurance to remove some of the bins has yet to occur. In the meantime, our volunteers must undertake the messy task. We recently produced and positioned signage at the bins encouraging the public to not use them inappropriately and suggesting they visit our award-winning transfer station. The dumping at Main Roads bins is an ongoing problem but the dumping occurring in our local bushland areas is rampant with a recent example being a truck load of asbestos sheeting deposited on Keating Road. This serious offence is currently being investigated by Department of Environment Regulation and it looks like the material was delivered to us from far away but, in the meantime, there is the delicate and expensive task of loading and removing the hazardous

It is not unusual to hear a ‘knocking’ emanating from a picture on the wall to eventually discover the culprit. Its hiding place is further given away by it leaving its centimetre-long black droppings that have a dot of white urates at one end. The Reticulated Velvet Gecko seeks moths, midges and mosquitoes to prey upon and will stay very still for long periods until it can strike. The gecko does not have a protective eye lid but a transparent scale which is kept clean by wiping with its tongue. Geckos are egg-laying (oviparous) and the Reticulated Velvet lays clutches of one or two leathery-shelled eggs; the pregnant female leaves the trees at night in December to soak up the warmth of rocks and roads.

The Reticulated Velvet Gecko is not a common species in Toodyay. The Toodyay Naturalists’ Club welcomes any sightings and photographs of flora (flowers) and fauna (birds, animals, reptiles, fish etc), which we record for future reference. The sightings can be entered on our website at toodyaynats.org.au. For reptile relocation contact: Lex Bekovs, 0476 903 125 (Lex has a $40 charge); Brian Foley 9574 5448 and 0419 933 721, Cameron Large 9574 5848 and 0423 800 208, John Hansen 0409 880 909 (available weekends only), and Wildcare 9474 9055 with the latter contact 24/7. Further information phone 9574 5574 or email [email protected].

material for proper disposal. The Tidy Towns mural project has taken a leap forward with the engagement of a local artist to run a workshop so that we can examine the many ideas and select a theme that adequately reflects the Toodyay community. A concept design is being prepared to present to council. Adopt a Spot groups can expect to receive a letter from our committee asking them to express to the Toodyay and Districts Bendigo Community Bank their desire, or otherwise, to continue with the program. Our community bank committed to four years of funding for Adopt a Spot and that period is now up. The benefits Adopt a Spot has given Toodyay are many and far reaching from providing fundraising opportunities for local groups to significantly reducing litter in our community not to mention the major part it played in helping Toodyay win Tidy Towns competitions culminating in the national prize in 2015. Which reminds me, let us all wish state winner, Greenbushes the best of luck for the national competition next month in Tasmania. I recently attended a training course which included a study of the Litter Act 1979 and it reminded me of how little people know or seem to care about the offences and fines associated with littering. Perhaps if litterers understood they broke the law every time they threw a drink can out of the car window or stubbed a cigarette butt out on the pavement we would see a reduction in this unlawful behaviour. Inquiries about Toodyay Tidy Towns can be made by phoning secretary, Kaye, on 9574 2056.

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Weed of the MonthJacqueline Lucas

PRICKLY Lettuce (Lactuca serriola) is an annual, herbaceous plant which usually germinates from May to August but can germinate, depending on the season, as late as November. It looks like a type of thistle, but it is actually related to the domesticated

Prickly Lettuce sap clogs farm machinerylettuce plant that we enjoy with our salads particularly in the summer. The Prickly Lettuce is also known as the compass plant because the leaves often line up in a north-south direction as they follow the sun. It has a milky sap and is an erect, annual or biennial herb growing 40cm-2m high. It has yellow flowers from October to as late as February. In WA it tends to flower in December. Prickly Lettuce originated in Eurasia and North Africa, and is believed to have been introduced to Australia as a genetic source for lettuce, an ornamental and a medicinal plant. Prickly Lettuce is believed to be possibly poisonous to mammals. However, only young plants appear to be toxic. In stock it can cause loss of appetite, weakness and emphysema. It is important to remove the stock from the area of infestation if poisoning is suspected. Don’t allow hungry stock to graze infestations. Prickly Lettuce can increase in abundance in post-fire conditions. It is a weed of winter and spring crops, fallows, horticulture, gardens, bushland and disturbed areas. It is drought tolerant, and can compete with crops for water in a dry season.

If the plant is flowering at time of harvest, the flowers can be difficult to screen out of the grain, resulting in discounted prices. The sticky white latex in the stems can clog harvesting equipment and raise the moisture content of the grain. Prickly Lettuce was ranked as a moderately important environmental weed in the Environmental Weed Strategy of WA and has been recorded growing in relatively intact native vegetation in this state. The seeds are dispersed via wind, water and soil disturbance, with the persistence of seeds in the soil being one to three years. Taller plants are able to produce as many as 2300 seeds. Many populations in southern Australia have developed resistance to Group 2 herbicides. Fortunately, it has no vegetative or asexual reproductive abilities. Small and/or isolated populations can be removed by hand, and it’s important to ensure that the taproot is also removed. During spring, summer and autumn, when the plant is in its rosette stage of growth, it can be controlled with glyphosate or metsulfuron. Plants are difficult to control with herbicides once the flowering stems have begun to grow.References: Florabase, herbiguide.com.au.

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Avon and Hills Mining Awareness GroupBrian Dale

CHINESE state-owned Yankuang Bauxite Resources has broken its silence on proposed mining in the Avon Valley. After a year of being in an information vacuum and exactly one day after it was mentioned in last month’s Herald that no new information had been released for more than 12 months, Yankuang updated its contact details on its Facebook page. This led to a couple of questions being asked on the page with the following being the most relevant to us. “Do you have any idea when mining will start again?” Yankuang answered that: “The project is basically on hold until the bauxite price recovers; then a period of two to three years will be required for environmental and mining approvals to be granted, so mining will not begin for at least three years and probably longer.” The departure from the local landscape of Bauxite Alumina Joint Ventures and Bauxite Resources Limited left many believing that they had gone for good and that mining around the Mauravillo Estate, Morangup and Wooroloo was nothing more than an exaggerated rumour. However, the comments on Yankuang’s Facebook page and the recent release of the Northam Shire’s Wundowie Community Plan indicate that plans to mine bauxite have not been shelved. Item 3.3 Local Resources in the Wundowie plan states that: “A substantial bauxite resource has been identified to the north of Wundowie with development currently deferred due to soft commodity prices.” The statement leaves no doubt that both the Toodyay and Northam shires know that when

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Cost of mine dustAN ARTICLE published recently in The West Australian estimates that mine dust has cost Port Hedland $300 million in lost opportunities and 280 jobs per year and that mine dust was linked to the loss of tourism and depreciating property values. The Dust Costs Report also found businesses spent about $1 million, and residents $1.3 million each year, on cleaning and replacing infrastructure due to dust pollution. Nobody is suggesting that dust from future bauxite mining here will have quite the same impact, but we have always stated that there will be job losses in the tourism sector and losses to property values because of large-scale open-cut mining. The question was once asked: “How far does the dust blow?” The answer to that question is: “How far does the wind blow?” Links to the dust article and Wundowie Community Plan can be found at facebook.com/avonandhills or our website, ahmag.com.au.

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Toodyay Friends of the RiverGreg Warburton

THE BILYA Walk Track is gradually being restored to a reasonable condition post-flood. Toodyay Friends of the River members began first-Sunday-of-the-month activities in February surveying the erosion and damage caused by the flood behind St Stephen’s Anglican Church and along the Duidgee-caravan park track. In March our attention turned to Millard’s Pool where prickly caltrop is proliferating and last year’s surviving seedlings needed weeding. In April we tackled the track in Lloyds Reserve which was severely flooded and eroded two months ago. In May we plan to survey another badly flooded area – Toodyay Brook near Slaughterhouse Bridge. Anyone unable to volunteer on a Sunday or preferring to volunteer during the week is asked to contact Greg. I was happy to welcome back to Toodyay the new Green Army team and offer them plenty of work over the next six months, including the inevitable walk track maintenance. Initially, we will prioritise erosion repair and stabilisation along the town section of the river and later ongoing bridal creeper control will commence. Chad is again the team leader and is keen to ensure Toodyay gets its share of the benefits of this Federal training program partnered by Conservation Volunteers Australia. This group is also working with Morangup Progress Association, Boral Pty Ltd and Toodyay Shire to undertake environmental work in the Wallaby Way Reserve in Morangup. The proposed work includes rehabilitation of old gravel pits and the construction of a boardwalk with environmental interpretation. The Friends’ project officer has been working with a dedicated local environmentalist to identify rabbit activity in order to establish suitable rabbit haemorrhagic (RH) virus release sites but the rabbits seem to have vacated their usual haunts.

On March 10, members and invited guests attended the Conserving the Avon River Environment meeting in York. A number of groups and agencies were represented including the Department of Environment Regulation (DER), Department of Parks and Wildlife, Department of Water (DoW) and the York Shire. DoW highlighted the potential funding on offer for environmental restoration along the Avon River through Watering WA. This Royalties for Regions funded program is designed to assist community groups complete badly needed on-ground environmental restoration. The DER found itself in the hot seat having to justify its recent approvals of extensive land clearing activities. There are many who have expressed little confidence that DER is acting in the interests of the community when it comes to environmental protection. Toodyay local John Hansen who works at Beverley on Bushfire Risk Management highlighted the fire-related issues that concern us all. The latest research and developments regarding bushfire risk and fire ecology were emphatically presented by experts at a recent work shop at the Chittering Landcare Centre. Presenters included the head scientist at Kings Park on post-fire plant regeneration and bushfire ecologist Dr Dave Deely who provided some alarming data on urban development, changing climate and collapsing ecosystems, especially along our precious waterways. Friends members will join the Toodyay Naturalists’ Club excursion to the magnificent Helena and Aurora Range over the Easter holiday. It will provide an opportunity to demonstrate the need to protect this unique place from mining and also visit the outer limits of the Avon catchment. Phone Greg on 9574 5445 for details of this trip. For all enquiries about the group phone Greg 0429 009 425 or Sarah 0428 129 477. New members always welcome.

Bird of the MonthDesraé Clarke

THIS large plump pigeon, with the male and female approximately the same size of 28 to 36cm, is a shy and wary bird common throughout most of Australia. Naming this beautiful bird as ‘common’ is a misnomer as it has exquisite colouring. Males have a creamy-buff forehead, a purple-brown crown and sides of the nape with a white line that runs from beneath the eye to curve down to the neck. The back is grey-brown with pale-edged feathers and a metallic sheen or bronzing over it, as do the wings, which also have an iridescent green patch on the secondaries. The throat is pale brown grading to a pink-brown breast, becoming lighter and greyer on the belly. The bill is purple to black and the legs and feet are pinkish. The female is similar in her colouring but has less iridescence on the back and has a grey forehead and greyer breast. The nesting call of the Common Bronzewing is a deep resonant and mournful ‘oom’ repeated slowly many times. It breeds in spring and early summer with nests varying from a solid saucer shape to a frail platform of sticks and twigs which may be in the fork of a tree up to 10 metres above ground, in thick bushes, among rocks or on the ground. Two white, oval eggs are laid and incubated by both birds for 14 to 16 days. It is a frequently observed in the shire where it is seen grazing on the road verges. The bird feeds on the fallen seeds of weeds, Saffron Thistle, Paterson’s Curse, and native plants. The Common Bronzewing also feeds on the seed of the poisonous native plant species, Gastrolobium, which contains the toxin 1080, a toxin which ultimately lodges in the bones of the bird.

Mournful ‘oom’ at nesting time If predated on by a fox which eats the bones, the fox dies of secondary poisoning. When disturbed, the Bronzewing will fly low across open ground, exhibiting a swift and powerful wing-beat which gives a loud whirring sound. Wildlife Helpline 9474 9055 is a 24/7 volunteer service. Terry High, of Gidgegannup 0408 918 272, cares for and rehabilitates injured or orphaned ‘birds of prey’ such as goshawks, owls, eagles, and falcons. To contact the Toodyay Naturalists’ Club email [email protected] or phone 9574 5574. Green Army workers use discarded tyres to control erosion.

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HEALTH

Shire’s mechanic gives Cheeky Bus a new lease of life

Toodyay Community BusDi Roberts

THE CHEEKY Bus has had a busy schedule recently with the Work for the Dole Project, hired outings and a major service completed by the shire’s new mechanic and his team at the Works Depot. Many thanks to the guys who gave the Cheeky Bus a new lease on life. We would also like to thank the driver, the Shire of Goomalling and committee members who have been involved in the Work for the Dole Project which recently wound up. There were many great remarks and good outcomes for those who took the time to be involved in this project. Some have found permanent work and others are still looking, but they are positive that the experience gained puts them in a better position to find a new future. Isn’t this what the community wants and needs for people? We think so, and will continue to prosper and keep our Cheeky Bus going as long as we can. There have been many rumours that the AvonLink may cease due to lack of support. We must not let this happen and ask the community to take a stand to retain the transport that is so necessary in our region. If we lost the AvonLink, where would we be? Also, where does the Cheeky Bus fit in? We have a strong committee which will

continue to foster our community bus however, we cannot continue to the full extent if we do not have community support. The shire has always been beside us, and for this we are so very grateful, but to buy and obtain a new bus (Cheeky No. 2) we will need funds, so time is the essence before the end of the year to find new and exciting avenues to keep the one means of transport that has a ‘heart’. New ideas to keep the Cheeky Bus and AvonLink going are always welcome.

Toodyay Men’s ShedThe Scribe

MARCH has come around and gone yet again and the Shed has picked up activity with more projects on the go. While we are busy we cannot forget what we are there for, blokes supporting blokes which is the very core of our existence. When we formed in 2009 could we imagine how far we would come by 2017? It never ceases to amaze us that some come to be engaged in projects when, at the same time, some just drop by for a cuppa and a chat but we know there are still men at home ‘getting under foot’ as it were. So, why not come by and see what we are about. You will be more than welcome. Looking forward in the near future to visiting other sheds in the region and we are already talking to Wundowie and

CLASSIfIEDS PubLIC NOTICES

For SaleCASH paid for aluminium cans, steel, brass, copper, old car bodies, etc. Lot 10 Tannin Place, Industrial Extracts, Northam Road. Ph: 9574 2987 or 0438 412 324.

TOP QUALITY dry split jarrah. Available for pick up from 10 Tannin Place, Industrial Extracts, Toodyay. Small or large quantities. Ph: Charlie 0438 412 324 or Marion on 0439 842 987.

TRAILER - Flat top, 10ft x 4ft, long draw bar, no rust, mesh bottom, 16” wheels, complete with 1000lt tank. Unlicensed, Gidgegannup. $500 negotiable. Ph: 9574 6503 or 0411 116 977.

Garage SaleGARAGE sale at Hammell’s next to the Lions Auction. April 8.

WantedRENTAL for small family with 1 dog and 1 cat. Must be fenced. Long-term tenant for right-priced property. June 0419 764 454

Annual General MeetingTOODYAY Historical Society Inc notice of AGM Sunday April 9 ,2pm to 4pmSt Stephen’s Hall, Stirling Terrace, Toodyay. AGM will include a resolution to adopt the revised Rules of Association. Following the AGM will be a guest speaker and afternoon tea. Contact Linda Rooney 0488 098 353.

MORANGUP Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade will hold an AGM on Sunday April 23 at 10am at the fire station 3 Wallaby Way Morangup. All positions vacant. Meeting to be followed by a sausage sizzle. For further information please contact Kim Maddrell on 9574 7132.

GeneralPHILIP’S Evangelistic team (Acts 8:4-8) will be at the Toodyay Memorial Lesser Hall on April 29, at 1pm. There will be singing, praise and worship. An Indian Evangelist will minister the Word of God. Sick will be prayed for. People from different churches are getting together for a time of prayer. Entrance is free. No offering taken. Come and Bless us and be Blessed.

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Blokes being blokes is what we’re all about

Kellerberrin. We might even venture to Merredin later this year to the WA Men’s Shed Annual Conference. We have had another end-of-month breakfast, (on the last Saturday of every month). For the tariff it is indeed worth it, although at the last one a member succumbed to a bug and had to be carted away but we’re pleased to report that the next day he was on his feet seemingly none the worse for wear. Another guest speaker will be coming this month. Speakers tackle many subjects which inform and fascinate the audience and everyone is encouraged to attend. Are you sitting at home doing nothing, feeling like you need to talk to a mate, contact us and then come out for a cuppa and a chat; you might find that you would like to be part of our Shed. For more information please ring Phil on 9574 5426 or Jeff, 9574 2498.

Toodyay YouthCARE Council(Chaplaincy)Vivienne Freeman, Secretary

WE ARE delighted to welcome our new school chaplain Doug McGhee who will be available to work with students and staff for five days a week. Doug’s role is to be a supportive, listening and caring presence within the school where he will help with classes as needed and be available to primary and secondary students. Students visit the Chaplain via liaison

Doug McGhee welcomed in support role for students

Butterly CottagesDi Roberts

DID YOU smell the air? It was pristine. A couple of showers of light rain, just enough for us to relish the thought of not needing to water the garden again and again. Then consider the new and exciting adventure for the Toodyay community – the proposed units in Anzac Terrace for local folks wishing to downsize. The shire and the contractors are moving rapidly with the earthworks and they are ahead of the timelines, which is just fantastic. Sincere thanks to the guys who are working so diligently on this project. Take care friends, we are here for you.

Early Years NetworkJenny Isbill

THE FIRST meeting of the local Early Years Network was held last month at the Toodyay Community Centre. It was attended by representatives from a variety of organisations involved in supporting Toodyay children aged up to eight years. The group aims to connect with the local community by working collaboratively to

New group to help our kids

Rapid earthworks at Butterly Cottages

Toodyay signs up to welcome Avon

motorcyclistsTOODYAY is one of seven Avon Valley shires to sign up to Australia’s first ‘Motorcycle Friendly Region’ initiative. The shires of Victoria Plains, Goomalling, Beverly, York, Northam and Chittering will join Toodyay to promote the region at the official launch on Sunday April 23 from 10am to 4pm in Avon Terrace, York. The Avon Valley’s motorcycle-friendly venues and facilities will be highlighted and participants can share regional safety information. For further information about the event visit avonvalleywa.com.au or join the group at facebook.com/groups/avmcfr.

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develop and implement initiatives, services and activities aimed at improving outcomes for young children and families. The next meeting will be held at 11am on Monday May 1 in the Toodyay Community Resource Centre. A friendly invitation is extended to any members of the community, especially parents or grandparents, who would like to be involved. Please come and join us. For information contact Jenny Isbill on 0417 418 193.

with the school administration team and at other times through the referral of teachers. Students can also self-refer. We also welcome Maggie Parsons to our council as the new treasurer. On a sad note, we farewelled our council member Joy Cruickshank who has faithfully served us since 2004. Joy has moved back to the ‘big smoke’ and we wish her well. An early notice for our community quiz buffs. We will be holding our quiz night on Saturday June 17. Get your pencils and brains sharpened.


WHEN AND WHERE THEY MEET2J Mah Jong GroupMondays from 9.30am to 11.30amPatricia 9574 4559

AAFC 708 Squadron Australian Air Force Cadets 12½ - 17yrs, Building J1, Northam Army Camp Grt Eastern Hwy. Friday 6:30-9:30pm school term. [email protected]

Aglow GidgegannupChristian Fellowship. 1st Thursdays 10am at Rec hall, Percy Cullen Oval Gidgegannup Lyn 9574 6450

Anglican Church10am Sundays weekly St Stephens Church 0455 543 888

Arts Toodyay 1st Tuesday 8pm, the Old Police Station, Duke St Sth. Wendy 9574 4172

Australian Breastfeeding Assoc2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 3 Elizabeth Pl Northam 10am-12. 3rd Tuesday Toodyay Playgroup 12-2pm. Louise 9574 0229

Autumn ClubWednesday 1- 4pm Toodyay Sports Pavilion Glenyce Bosnjak 9574 4587

Avongrove Tai ChiClasses at CWA Hall Mondays 7.30pm, Thursday and Saturday 9am. Peter Millar 0408 364 917 [email protected]

Avon Valley Adult Riding Club4th Saturday (Feb - Nov) at Northam. Tina 0499 030 177

Avon Valley Environmental Society3rd Friday monthly noon. Wheatbelt Natural Resource Management Centre, 269 Fitzgerald Street, Northam. Janet Wilkinson 9574 5947.

Avon Valley Shotokan Karate ClubToodyay Wednesday and Friday at Youth Hall; Helen Bainbridge 9574 1357

Avon Valley Vintage Vehicle Assoc3rd Thursday 8pm at old engineer’s quarters next to Northam Railway Museum Fitzgerald Street Northam Ph 9622 1192

Avon Woodturners GroupEvery Sunday and Wednesday 9am-12, Wool Pavilion Toodyay Sports Ground

Butterly Cottages 1st Monday of 2nd month. Call 9574 2698

Bejoording Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade3rd Tuesday 6pm Bejoording Fire Shed

Catholic ChurchSt. John the Baptist, Toodyay: Saturday Vigil 5pm.

Child Health Immunisation ClinicNext clinic Sheree 9574 4577 appointment

Coondle Nunile Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade2nd Saturday October to April, June and August, 5pm Coondle Fire Shed

Country Women’s Association4th Thursday 1pm CWA Hall bookings call Glenys 9574 5110

Cubs, Joeys & Scouts(school term) Youth Hall, Showgrounds, Cubs & Joeys 4.00pm - 5.30pm Scouts, Thursday 6pm - 8.00pm 9574 2363

Earth Solutions - Avon Valley3rd Tuesday 6pm PB Kirby Centre, cnr Gordon & Wellington Sts, Northam. 9622 5203

Faith Christian FellowshipSundays 9.30am Cnr Grey & Wellington Sts, Northam 9622 1324 or [email protected]

Fitness and Fun For The Over 55sWednesday 9am, Youth Hall at showgrounds

Ida’s HideawaySaturdays 1-4pm Butterly House Ida Edwards 9574 2858

Julimar Volunteer Bush Fire BrigadeMeets 3rd Saturday 6.30pm Julimar Fire Shed meeting 10am Julimar Fire Shed, Training Sunday 10amKnitters & Natters Coffee ClubNew club for novice knitters & crochet. 9am, 3rd Wednesday each month. Coca Cola Café. Alison Wroth 9574 2681

MoerlinaSenior day care. Every Tuesday and Thursday Toodyay Sports Pavilion

Morangup PlaygroupMorangup Community Hall, Wallaby Way, Morangup. Wednesdays 9.30 to 11.30am. Emma Whately 9572 9376

Morangup Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade3rd Saturday 5.30pm - 3 Wallaby Way, Morangup. Kim Maddrell or [email protected]

Mortlock Pony Club1st Sunday Feb-Nov. Goomalling. Tanzi 0427 859 493

Probus Club Toodyay2nd Tuesday of month at 7pm, Freemasons Hotel, Peter Healy 9574 4778

Rag Bags Quilting Group1st and 3rd Wednesdays St Stephens Hall 10am 9574 4303

RSL Toodyay Sub -Branch1st Saturday February, April, May, July, September (AGM) & November 2pm at Memorial Hall Max Howard 9574 2102

Simply MusicPiano lessons call Jan 0416 054 942

Social TennisTuesday 8.30am ladies and senior menThe Well of Life Christian FellowshipMeets every Sunday at 10am. Bakers Hill Primary School Library. Pastor David Wesley 0407 999 182

Toodyay Ballet SchoolClasses at 507 Julimar Rd. girls and boys 4yrs up 9574 4459 Saturdays 9am-3pm

Toodyay Baptist Church10:30am Sunday at 18 Stirling Terrace phone 9574 4546

Toodyay Bowling ClubSaturday 1.30, Thursday 12.30 at Toodyay Club, Oddfellow St. Jacquie Bond 0412 790 272 or [email protected]

Toodyay Central Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade4th Tuesday 7.30pm at Toodyay Fire and Emergency Services Centre. Training 3rd Sunday

Toodyay Chamber of Commerce & Industry3rd Monday of month at Freemasons Hotel 7.00pm. Bob Schrader 0411 881 909, or [email protected]

Toodyay/Clackline Karate ClubWednesday 3.30-4pm Friday 3.30-4pm Youth Hall

The Toodyay Community SingersCWA Hall, Stirling Tce at 7pm Thursday nights. Margaret O’Sullivan 9574 2183Toodyay Community Resource CentreThe Three C’s (Crochet, Coffee, Chat)Tuesdays, 9.30am-noon, 111 Stirling Terrace. Toodyay CRC 9574 5357

Toodyay Community Safety and Crime Prevention AssociationAlan Clabaugh,Wayne Clarke 9574 5574

Toodyay District High School P&C2nd Monday of each month, 5.30pm in the TDHS Staff Room during school terms

Toodyay Farmers Market3rd Sunday of month, contact Annette 0432 839 690 or toodyayfarmersmarket.org.au

Toodyay Friends of the River1st Sunday Duidgee Park 9.00am. 0428 129 477, [email protected] Garden Club1st Thursday 10am Mary Donegan-Guthrie 9574 5566 for next venue

Toodyay Golf Club Men play Sundays, scroungers Thursday Bruce 9574 5243. Ladies Wednesdays 8.30am Roma 9574 5534

Toodyay Historical SocietyMeets 3rd Wednesday of each month. 7pm at Donegan’s Cottage. President Robyn Taylor 9574 2578 or [email protected]

Toodyay KindergymKindergym Fridays Toodyay Sports Pavilion Claire Moore 9574 4529

Ida’s HideawayRae Vigar

IDA’S HIDEAWAY on Harper Road Toodyay would love to see you on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm for an afternoon of social interaction. We have been around now for 15 years and really do need more friends to join us. There is nothing we need from you but your friendship. Please join us at Butterly Cottage and have some fun, plus a lovely afternoon tea. If your husband or partner is glued to the TV on Saturday afternoons watching the footy, get him to drop you off at Ida’s before the game starts. If necessary, we may be able to arrange transport for you. We can all use more friends and hope to see you soon. For more information phone Rae on 9574 2356 or Ida, 9574 2858.

Toodyay Lions Club1st and 3rd Tuesdays Hotel Freemasons

Toodyay Masonic Lodge4th Thursday Masonic Hall Fiennes St 7.30pm. Graham Barber 9574 5717

Toodyay Men’s ShedMonday and Thursday 8.30am – 12 at 6176 Toodyay Road. Phil 9574 5426

Toodyay Miniature Railway 1st and 3rd Sundays commencing Easter Sunday. Inquiries 9574 4462

Toodyay Moondyne [email protected]

Toodyay Music Club 2nd Saturday 1pm CWA Hall, Joe0400 862 694

Toodyay Naturalists’ ClubMeets 3rd Saturday. Call 0419 933 721, 9574 5574 or email [email protected] PlaygroupTuesdays and Thursdays 9.30-11.30am Toodyay Community Resource Centre. Nyssa Elsner 0400 337 609

Toodyay Progress Association (Inc)Chair – Larry Graham 0419 276 415Secretary – Geoff Appleby 0427 299 330

Toodyay Red Cross 2nd Monday February, May, August & Nov Anglican Hall 1.30pm

Toodyay Roadwise Committee1st Wednesday of month. Upstairs Toodyay Bakery 10am.Max Heath 9574 2069

Toodyay SpinnersWednesdays and 3rd Saturdays 9am, Parkers Cottage, Showgrounds. Felting group 2nd Monday at noon. Judy Mackie 9574 4421

Toodyay Swimming Pool Action Committee Bethan Lloyd on 9574 5882 for details

Toodyay Tennis Club Tues 8.30am Friday 7pm and Saturday 2pm Therese Chitty 9574 4274

Toodyay Theatre GroupFor details David Mitchell 0400 283 425

Toodyay Toy LibraryThursdays 10am-11.00am Toodyay Com-munity Centre. Moni Thornton 0437 655 901

Toodyay Volunteer Fire and Rescue 1st Monday Fire Station 7.30pm

Uniting Church 10am St Stephen’s Church, ToodyayYoga Friday 9am, Monday 6pm Toodyay Community Resource Centre 9574 4184

Hideout at Ida’s while footy is on






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Lachlan in action. Photo Ben Camenzuli.

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SPORT & LEISURE

Toodyay Bowling ClubJacqueline Bond

THE LAST two evenings of another successful Corporate Bowls season were

Bowls winnings swell charity kitty

Terri Watson

MY GRANDSON Lachlan Igglesden first became interested in bowls about five years ago. Whenever I was working at the Toodyay Bowling Club he would come along and and watch the men bowling on Wednesday afternoons. Lachlan also attended two sessions of bowls in the school holiday program where some of the bowlers running the program noticed that he was a natural. So it was no surprise that when his mum, Kylie, asked him what he wanted to do for a summer sport he chose bowls. With new shoes, pants and one of his Pop’s uniform shirts, he played Second Division bowls under the guidance of his coach and mentor George Due and other members. Lachlan improved almost weekly and was thrilled when club champion Ashley Grundy asked him to bowl with him in the Pairs Championship. They finished third out of 10 teams, losing by only the narrowest of margins. Pretty good for an 11year old. Lachlan’s season ended rather painfully in the last game of Pennants when he jammed his finger between two bowls and broke it. Second Division finished third on the ladder and Lachie can be proud of the fact that he was part of it.

held on March 14 and 15. The March 14 winner, with 42 shots up, was the Country Capers team which donated its $400 winnings to the dog rescue organisation SAFE Perth. On the following evening the X-Factor team won with 72 shots up and donated the $400 winnings to St John Ambulance. Skippered by Allan Chitty, X-Factor was also the overall winner. A special thank you to the Toodyay and Districts Bendigo Community Bank which sponsors Corporate Bowls each year. Both our Men’s Pennant Teams qualified for the finals but unfortunately were unable to bring home the flag with Division 1 losing by just one shot and Division 2 losing by two shots. Regrettably our Ladies’ Pennant teams were also unable to finish top of the ladder. The end-of-season wind up held on March 25 was sponsored by John and Vera Smart with 28 players participating in the competition. Well done to the winners Ashley Grundy and John Jaworski Snr, with Maureen and Ken Adams securing second spot. The day finished with a great BBQ with salads provided by the ladies. The Men’s and Ladies’ Country Weeks were held during the month. Even though both events were very enjoyable, unfortunately no-one was lucky enough to progress through to the finals. Congratulations to Maureen Adams and

Lorraine Musielak who won the Ladies’ Pairs Championships with Renarta Gray and Margaret Scahill runners up. Thursday and Saturday afternoon Winter Bowls start after Easter so come along and join in the fun. All bowlers and non-bowlers are most welcome to take part.

Toodyay Tennis ClubJudith Dow, Secretary

CONGRATULATIONS to Bree, Therese and Jenny on running another fantastic coaching clinic for the juniors of our club. The improvement from the first day to the last in these juniors is terrific and so pleasing to see. The junior club wind up will be held on Thursday April 6. Our tennis AGM will be held on Monday May 1 at the clubrooms at 7pm and it would be appreciated if all members could attend. Our Friday night numbers have been good – thanks Grahame – and Tuesday numbers are improving since the hot weather has eased off.

Probus Club of ToodyayNorm Green

HAVE you heard of the Oort Cloud? If you haven’t, then you ‘oort’ to have. At our last meeting, we were taken on an astronomical journey from the Freemasons Hotel to the Oort Cloud. Peter Edwards, explained that the Oort Cloud surrounds the planetary system and is around 30 trillion kilometres from the Sun where we won’t be going any time soon. At Probus, we learn about all sorts of things. According to Rotary, Probus is a “community service activity for seniors under the Rotary umbrella”.

Hotel journey to a cosmic cloud The basic purpose is to “advance intellectual and cultural interests among adult persons, to provide regular opportunities to progress healthy minds and active bodies”. All that sounds a bit formal but we are pretty informal at our gatherings. Being under the umbrella was exactly where we were on last year’s trip to Cunderdin. It was pouring with rain while we waited for the train, which was late. However, the outing and the lunch were so fantastic that we forgot all about being a bit damp. Last month we considered the outings for the year presented to us by Joan. We also recently took part in a survey to find out what sort of outings we prefer, what

are the best days and the preferred maximum cost. Pretty democratic I’d say. We also welcomed some potential and some new members to our fold. At our April 11 meeting Despina Weston and Linda Rooney will talk about their volunteer work with asylum seekers on the Greek Island of Chios. Afterwards there will be supper and a cuppa. The Probus Club of Toodyay is now in its fourth year. Meetings are on second Tuesday of each month at 7pm at the Freemason’s Hotel. If you are interested please contact our president, Peter Healy on 95744778 or John Smart on 9574 2339.New kid set to

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Toodyay Bowling Club members at the end-of-season wind-up, sponsored by John and Vera Smart.

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Toodyay Football ClubPatrick Thompson, Treasurer

THE TOODYAY Football Club has started its 2017 season in style hosting AFL games record holder Brent ‘Boomer’ Harvey and Glen Jakovich at an evening function on March 11. A 150-strong crowd filled the town hall to enjoy a great night and meet a couple of AFL legends. The club would like to thank everyone who attended the night and made it a success. We look forward to receiving similar community support throughout the season. Earlier in the day Toodyay hosted Moora and Cunderdin for a scratch match. Unfortunately, Moora did not have enough players to field a full side but Toodyay was able to play a hotly contested match against Cunderdin. The return of 2014 premiership ruckman Ben Jenkins tapping down to star recruit Greg Broughton and 2016 Best and Fairest winner Corey Higgins proved a handful for Cunderdin around stoppages – encouraging signs for the season ahead. On March 18, Toodyay travelled to Mt Helena for the annual Alecia Sofoulis Cup.

AFL legends light up a big night out

Celebrating with footy stars Brent Harvey and Glen Jakovich at the Toodyay Memorial Town Hall. Photo: Patrick Thompson.

in2cricketBree Byfield, Coordinator

ON A scorching hot day in late February Toodyay in2cricketers travelled to the WACA in Perth. Our Western Warriors were up against the top-placed Victorian Bushrangers in the Sheffield Shield and the kids were lucky enough to see history take place when Western Warrior fast bowler Jason Behrendoff took a game high nine wickets for only 37 runs. The kids enjoyed the atmosphere and certainly enjoyed watching the game from the very high and nicely shaded third tier of the Prindiville Stand. As the state players left for lunch, it was the Toodyay in2cricketers turn to take the field. The kids certainly looked the part in their yellow in2cricket shirts and hats, as they

Kids hit parents for six at the WACA

Toodyay played six consecutive quarters over the day, defeating Mt Helena in the opening match, and reclaimed the prized cup. Toodyay midfielder Cameron Fabian was awarded best on ground for the match. A much fresher Chidlow side proved too strong for Toodyay in the second match as injuries reduced interchange rotations. It was a great effort by the players to play the six quarters. Toodyay’s final pre-season match was on March 25, when we travelled to Mosman Park for the Myles Wilson memorial match. League and reserves players combined for one tight four-quarter match, with Mosman Park eventually winning on their home turf. The match saw both sides control play during various stages of the game. However,Toodyay’s inaccuracy in front of goal meant we were unable to apply scoreboard pressure when it counted. Michael Burgess was awarded the medal for Toodyay’s best player on the day. Key April dates are: Sunday April 9 – Round Two Dowerin-Wylie V Toodyay and, Sunday April 30 – Round Four Toodyay V Goomalling.

strode onto pristine and sacred grass of the WACA for the very first time. They then performed some batting craft and Scorcher Ball drills with ease and precision, and were hardly overwhelmed or distracted by the large group of adoring fans (parents) trying to take their photo. We were very proud of all the Toodyay kids who made the trip to the WACA; they showed great spirit, skill, enthusiasm, and determination and represented Toodyay very well. We hope that the day will be a moment that will last in their memory forever. So, a massive thank you to the kids for giving it a go and to all the parents who took their child to the WACA and helped out throughout the entire in2cricket season. A big thank you also to the in2cricket coach, Kitt Byfield; for your patience, commitment and love of the game.

On hallowed ground, in2cricket kids celebrate their debut at the WACA.


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