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November 2015 Edition Issue 159

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Pilbara Photography Group’s 2015 Competition and ExhibitionThe article relating to these photos is on page 4 of this edition.

‘Clouds and Termite Mounds’ by Amanda Wehr 2nd place in the Amateur division

James Curry’s ‘Campfire Sunset’ winner of the Amateur division

‘Through the Pilbara’ by Monique Manson, 2nd place in the Professional

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‘Pilbara Kid’ by Kevin Mitchell, 3rd place in the Amateur division and winner of the People’s Choice Award

1st in the Professional division, Bianca Woolhouse’s ‘Fun in the Pilbara Rain’

2nd place in the Kids’ division, ‘Going Country’ by Jessica Mitchell

‘Mulla Mulla’ by Riley Stampfli 3rd place in the Kids’ category

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Generous LionsThis year again, the Lions Club of Newman donated $5,000 to Telethon from their fundraising efforts around town. They will be donating a further $5,000 to the Royal Flying Doctor Service. “We feel that both these causes are very worthy as they service this town,” wrote Club President Anthony Middleton on Facebook. As the Lions Club is a volunteer organisation, they are always looking for new members to assist with their projects. Anthony also wrote that “one person equals 2 hands that will help out our current members who work tirelessly in the community to be able to help our services in this town and those that service us directly.”

For further information and all enquiries regarding membership please contact:President: Anthony Middleton

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Pioneers RafflePioneers held a Thermomix raffle to raise some much needed funds for the club, it was drawn on AFL Grandfinal day and the winners were; 1st: Kate Dark, 2nd: Mel Harrison and 3rd: Anastasia Hain. Thanks to everyone who supported the club by purchasing a ticket.

Annual Bulk Verge CollectionThe Shire of East Pilbara will be holding the annual bulk verge collection on the week commencing 9 November. All household bulk rubbish and green waste that is neatly stacked on the verge for collection prior to this date will be picked up. There are restrictions as to what can be collected and the size and placement of the rubbish. Details can be found at http://www.eastpilbara.wa.gov.au/Shire-Services/Waste-management-services/Rubbish-disposal-and-tipAs mentioned in the previous edition of Newman News, twice weekly rubbish collection with the green lids began in October and will continue until the end of April.

Car Colour CrashesAccording to RAC, a recent study was undertaken into whether the colour of your car influences the risk of a crash. Black, blue, grey, green and silver were found to be more likely to be involved in a crash. The comparative risk was greater during daylight hours. The risk was up to 10% greater than that of white cars, with yellow coming in second. Perhaps supporting the call for using headlights even during the day. However, neither study could confirm if the crashes were related to the behaviour of the drivers who chose a particular colour or solely the colour itself.

Pink Ribbon EventOn 19 October Newman House was transformed into a sea of pink to host the annual Pink Ribbon morning tea for breast cancer research, with some 50 to 60 people attending. The event was organised by Georgie McInerney, with Naomi Ahmedi and Lynne Craigie being instrumental in making the morning a success. The morning raised $1,855 for the cause through donations and raffles. Georgie would like to thank the community who were so very much involved; with donations of prizes received from businesses and individuals, help setting up, baking for the event, helping the event run, and the big clear up afterwards. Well done to all who participated showing how generous our community is.

National Observances in NovemberLung Health Awareness MonthMovember for Men’s HealthNational Novel Writing Monthand 19 November 2015 is International Men’s Day

PPG’s 2015 Comp. and Expo.Selected images are shown on the front cover of this edition.

The Pilbara Photography Competition and Exhibition for 2015 was held and exhibited in August and September at the Newman Visitor Centre with many entries being printed and displayed for the public to view and vote on.

The professional, amateur and kids’ categories were judged by Nigel Gaunt of Red Dirt Photography.

Amateur Division3rd Kevin Mitchell for his ‘Pilbara Kid’2nd Amanda Wehr for her print ‘Clouds and Termite Mounds’1st James Curry for his print ‘Campfire Sunset’

Professional Division3rd Bianca Woolhouse for her print ‘A day in the life of a Miner’2nd Monique Manson for her print ‘Through the Pilbara’1st Bianca Woolhouse for ‘Fun in the Pilbara Rain’

Kids’ Division3rd Riley Stampfli for her print ‘Mulla Mulla’2nd Jessica Mitchell for her print ‘Going Country’1st Riley Stampfli for her print ‘Grasshopper’

The People’s Choice Awards were judged by people who viewed the exhibition at the Newman Visitor Centre and by the Pilbara Photography Group on Facebook. First prize in the amateur and professional division was Kevin Mitchell for ‘Pilbara Kid’. First prize in the kids’ division was Jessica Mitchell for her print ‘Patterns of the Earth’ and she was awarded.

The following have been selected to appear in the PPG calendar for 2016 which will be available for sale through the Newman Visitor Centre.

1st - Kevin Mitchell - Pilbara Kid

2nd - James Curry - Campfire Sunset

3rd - Shayne Purnell - Pilbara Colours

4th - Graeme Mounsey - Layers of Time

5th - Paul Marion - Kermit’s Pool

6th - Bianca Woolhouse - Fun in the Pilbara Rain

7th - James Curry - Spa Pool

8th - Amanda Wehr - Clouds and Termite Mounds

9th - Ashley Manson - Big Bang

10th - Sarah Stampfli - Wunna Munna

11th - Bianca Woolhouse - A Day in the Life of a Miner

12th - Sam Weir - Backward Glance

The Pilbara Photography Group’s committee includes Bianca Woolhouse of Avant-Garde, Sarah Stampfli of Serene Bedlam, Kevin Mitchell of Chasing Stars, and Monique Manson of Capture This, who dedicated their time to making this exhibition and competition possible.

The Pilbara Photography Group and the exhibition and competition are proudly supported by BHP Billiton Iron Ore. Endless thanks go to Tracey and her team at Newman Visitor Centre for hosting the exhibition and the awards ceremony.

Pilbara Photo Comp. and Expo third place winner in the Professional division: Bianca Woolhouse’s ‘A day in the life of a Miner’.

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NAIDOC SoftballBy Nicole Willis

On Sunday 18 October, Newman hosted its first NAIDOC Softball Carnival proudly supported by Fortescue Metals Group. While NAIDOC week is celebrated in July, the carnival was delayed due to the availability of many of the Indigenous teams out at country for the Western Desert Carnival.

Five teams attended the 7-aside round robin game, starting at 2 pm and finishing with the grand final at 6 pm.

It was a very competitive afternoon of softball with the ladies giving it their all and it came down to the last two games determining the teams for the grand final, with Rangers winning three games, Hawks 2 winning three and drawing one and the Dream Team just missed out by winning two.

The grand final was a real nail biter with it being won by just one run, with Hawks 2 taking the victory.

Overall winners for the day were:• Winner: Hawks 2• Runner up: Rangers• Best on Ground in the Grand Final: Jackie

Bickendorf• Rising Star in the Grand Final: Gavina• Best on Ground Overall: Kelli Jones • Rising Star Overall: Renee Clifton

Special thanks to Jen Cumbers from the East Pilbara Softball Association and Jackie Bickendorf for assisting in the organisation of the event. To the umpires on the day Tina Wilson, Jen Cumbers and Michael Kendrick and to all the teams that fielded a side on the day it would not be made possible without you all. Here’s to 2016 being bigger and better.

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Reflections TourBy Sonya Matheson

The 2015 Reflection Tour in Newman was held on Sunday 27 September at the Newman Golf Club with free entry courtesy of the Shire of East Pilbara. First up was Newman’s songstress Desiré Burger. The band followed with their unusual mix of didgeridoo, guitar, harmonica, percussion, flute, violin and cello creating an unique sound with original songs and a few interpretations of covers. Delicious food was made available by the Newman Golf Club Whole Foods Cafe.

Desiré Burger performing at the Reflection Tour concertPhotograph by Shire of East Pilbara

Reflection Tour bandPhotograph by Shire of East Pilbara

Teddy Bears’ PicnicIf you went down to the woods (a.k.a. NNC) on 20 October, there sure was a big surprise, for every child that ever there was (well lots anyway) had gather there for certain because that was the day the teddy bears had their picnic.

The Newman Neighbourhood Centre held a Teddy Bears’ Picnic during their ‘Time Out’. Parents were included in the morning tea on the front grassed area of the centre for the first hour and a half, then the children moved into the designated crèche area where they did craft and colouring in.

The special morning tea included teddy bear sandwiches, jelly, teddy biscuits and fruit. The children brought along their favourite teddy and were encouraged to participate in games, dancing and singing all about teddy bears.

It was really great to see the children enjoying the morning and they all looked delightfully exhausted upon leaving. Each child received a laminated Teddy Certificate highlighting something unique about their Teddy.

NNC is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Monday to Thursday they offer a crèche service available for three hours while parents can participate in study, craft or timeout, this is at a small cost $3 per adult, $5 for first child and $3 each additional child in creche.

NNC also offers Friday morning family craft also weekend and evening craft sessions. Please feel free to drop in to 2 Mackay Street or call 9175 1516. Thank you to all NNC patrons who utilise the facilities.

1 November The Newman Club’s AGM, 12 noon at the Club, Nick Dew on 0419 192 691

3 November Melbourne Cup; various events around town

6 November National ‘Walk to Work’ day

7 November Hillview Speedway club meet, entry $5 with kids under 12 free, Brooke Peacock, Treasurer brooke@captainjack.com.au

8 November ‘Light the Night’ lantern walk supporting the Leukaemia Foundation, Boomerang Oval at 18:00, Jessica 0415 699 991, my.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/Newman

9 November ‘Provide CPR’ half-day course, $89 p.p., 9175 1105, newmansja@westnet.com.au

9 November Annual bulk verge rubbish collection week begins – have your household bulk rubbish and green waste ready in advance in accordance with the rules http://www.eastpilbara.wa.gov.au/Shire-Services/Waste-management-services/Rubbish-disposal-and-tip

9 November Newman Day Care Centre’s AGM; 18:00 at the centre opposite the Newman Club, 9175 1991, committee.ndaycare@westnet.com.au

9-10 November ‘Provide First Aid’ 2 day course, $200 p.p., 9175 1105, newmansja@westnet.com.au

11 November Remembrance Day at 11:00

12 November Hillview Speedway general meeting 19:00, new volunteers and drivers welcome, Brooke Peacock, Treasurer brooke@captainjack.com.au

16 November Newman Neighbourhood Centre’s AGM, 09:00, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au

16 November ‘Provide First Aid’ 1 day (pre-reading), $160 p.p., 9175 1105, newmansja@westnet.com.au

19 November International Men’s Day

20 November Closing date for the ‘Thank a Volunteer’ awards, Hannah Petrickovic: 9175 8000 or ccs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

21 November ‘Provide CPR’ half-day course, $89 p.p., 9175 1105, newmansja@westnet.com.au

21 November Hillview Speedway club meet, entry $5 with kids under 12 free, Brooke Peacock, Treasurer brooke@captainjack.com.au

21-22 November ‘Provide First Aid’ 2 day course, $200 p.p., 9175 1105, newmansja@westnet.com.au

26 November ‘Provide CPR’ half-day course, $89 p.p., 9175 1105, newmansja@westnet.com.au

26-27 November ‘Provide First Aid’ 2 day course, $200 p.p., 9175 1105, newmansja@westnet.com.au

COMING LATER THIS YEAR

4 December Hillview Speedway general meeting 19:00, new volunteers and drivers welcome, Brooke Peacock, Treasurer brooke@captainjack.com.au

5 December ‘Thank a Volunteer’ day, Shire of East Pilbara

5 December Newman Mainstreet Project’s Christmas markets, 17:00 - 20:00, nmpmarkets@westnet.com.au

12 December Hillview Speedway Christmas night productions, Brooke Peacock, Treasurer brooke@captainjack.com.au

13 December Newman Christmas events and activities hosted by the Shire, Boomerang Pavilion commencing at 13:00 with a craft and poetry workshop; 18:00 for a Christmas BBQ, party games and giveaways; 19:30 for the annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree at the Shire administration’s grounds; for further details contact the Community Wellbeing team on 9175 8000 or ccs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

CALENDAR OF EVENTS – NOV 2015

WHAT’S ON? REGULAR ACTIVITIESMonday 08:30 The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 12.30pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station 08:30 Time Out session with crèche until 11:30am, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516,

neighbourhood@benet.net.au 09:30 Newman Playgroup, Moondoorow Street, newmanplaygroup@hotmail.com 17:30 Newman Girl Guides 5-7 y.o., Newman Youth Centre, 0417 178 624, newmangirlguides@gmail.com 19:00 Jiu Jitsu, Newman Club, for other times and age groups contact Adam 0408 097 792, Dionne 0409 116 541 19:30 Anglican Church bible study, location to be advised, 0499 778 116

Tuesday 08:30 The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 12.30pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station 08:30 Time Out with crèche, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au 10:00 Newman Playgroup, Moondoorow Street, newmanplaygroup@hotmail.com 17:30 Newman Girl Guides 7-18 y.o., Newman Youth Centre, 0417 178 624, newmangirlguides@gmail.com 19:00 Jiu Jitsu, Newman Club, for other times and age groups contact Adam 0408 097 792, Dionne 0409 116 541 19:30 Study the Bible with Jehovah’s Witnesses, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Les Tutt Drive off Kurra Street, jw.org, Christian Minister John Wolak on 0412 991 551 19:30 Newman Lions Club, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month, Lions Park on Corwa Drive,

Jessica Mclean-Middleton on 0415 699 991

Wednesday 08:30 The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 12.30pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station 08:30 Time Out with crèche, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au 09:30 Newman Playgroup, Moondoorow Street, newmanplaygroup@hotmail.com 14:30 The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 5:00pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station 18:30 Newman Scouts 10-14 y.o., Newman Youth Centre, 0417 178 624, gl.newman@scoutswa.com.au 19:00 Corporate bowls new players welcome, Newman Club, Nick 0419 192 691, Adelle 0418 860 364 19:00 Women’s Darts, Newman Club

Thursday 08:20 Anglican Church Young mum’s bible study, location to be advised, 0499 778 116 08:30 Time Out with crèche, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au 09:30 Gumnuts story and nursery rhyme time 0-2 y.o., parent facilitated, free, Newman Library 19:00 Men’s Darts, Newman Club 19:30 Music practice, Anglican Church, 11 Hilditch Avenue, 9175 1350

Friday 08:30 The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 12.30pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station 08:30 Family fun craft until 10:30am, cost $5 for the family, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516,

neighbourhood@benet.net.au 09:30 Newman Playgroup, Moondoorow Street, newmanplaygroup@hotmail.com 10:00 Story time and craft for 3-5 y.o. during school terms, parents to supervise, free, Newman Library 11:00 Sensory Play session for 0-2 y.o. until 1pm, parent facilitiated, cost $5 for the family, Newman Neighbourhood

Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au 19:00 Twilight session, bring a project of your own to start or complete, Newman Neighbourhood Centre,

2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au 19:00 Jiu Jitsu, Newman Club, for other times and age groups contact Adam 0408 097 792, Dionne 0409 116 541

Saturday 18:30 Mass / Eucharist Celebration 1st and 2nd weekend, St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Warman Avenue, 9175 2344, every 5th weekend of the month by rotation

Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion 3rd and 4th weekend, St Joseph’s Catholic Church 19:00 Twilight session, bring a project of your own to start or complete, Newman Neighbourhood Centre,

2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au

Sunday 08:30 Mass / Eucharist Celebration 1st and 2nd weekend, St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Warman Avenue, 9175 2344, every 5th weekend of the month by rotation

Liturgy of the Word and Holy Communion 3rd and 4th weekend, St Joseph’s Catholic Church 09:00 Worship, Vibrant evangelical, holding to biblical teaching, Anglican Church, 11 Hilditch Ave, 9175 1350 Including bubs and tots ministry and Sunday school 10:00 Study the Bible with Jehovah’s Witnesses, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Les Tutt Drive off Kurra Street, jw.org, Christian Minister John Wolak on 0412 991 551 13:00 The Beach Indoor Play Centre open to 4pm, 9177 8290, Mindarra Drive, opposite Police Station 13:30 Freestyle craft, art, sewing, quilting etc. session until 16:30, Newman Neighbourhood Centre, 2 Mackay Street, 9175 1516, neighbourhood@benet.net.au 16:00 Sunday Scroungers bowls new players welcome, $5 per player, bowls provided, Newman Club,

Nick 0419 192 691, Adelle 0418 860 364

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Meet Jay AhmediBy Sonya Matheson

Amongst our renewed and new Shire Council members is Jeton (Jay) Ahmedi. He was born in the Newman Hospital at a time before new mothers were encourage to go to larger locales. His father was driving haul trucks for over 30 years, retiring three years ago.

He and his two brothers went to Newman Primary School and then he progressed to Newman’s high school. He says of Newman that he “had the best childhood in this town and feel I am the person I am today because of the life this community offered me; acceptance, safety and family.”

His first ever job was at the old Chicken Treat in Newman spending his first pay cheque buying a ‘Savage Garden’ CD.

After graduation, he moved to Melbourne to study hospitality management. During his seven and a half years in Melbourne he met his wife, Naomi (known throughout town for her work in the community). In 2009, planning his move back to Newman to help with the family business, he asked Naomi, who he had been dating for less than a year, to join him. Six and a half years later they still reside in Newman.

“Having returned after so many years, it was no longer the quiet town with a population of 3000 people. It was the beginning of a mining boom and a very dynamic and diverse community. It was nice though to see so many familiar faces still residing in the town,” said Jay.

In addition to his new role as a Councillor for the Shire of East Pilbara, Jay is the Business Office Manager for the Newman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI), which represents and supports local businesses. He is also a volunteer for some clubs in town and undertakes committee roles.

Jay has the support of his and Naomi’s family members living in Newman. They have adopted two S.A.F.E. rescue cats (Saving Animals from Euthanasia) and a dog, Milo. He says that “If it was up to my wife, we would have a farm living in our home.”

His hobbies include golf, soccer (Liverpool apparently!), cricket, football, movies and international travel with the objective of exploring more of Western Australia in the coming year.

Our Councillors, including Jay, welcome your suggestions and comments and are available at the Boulevard Shopping Centre on dates that will be announced soon.

The Pilbara Development Commission (PDC) aims to support sustainability in the Pilbara by investigating a broader economic base and improving social infrastructure attracting population growth.

The PDC’s Board visited Newman in October for their two-day meeting. They meet bi-monthly in different locations in the Pilbara to view progress and challenges.

The Board took a tour of Newman visiting investments and developments underway including the revitalisation of the town centre and the delayed completion of the East Pilbara Arts Centre. Both projects have been supported by the State Government’s Royalties for Regions Pilbara Cities programme administered by the PDC.

Mr Terry Hill, Acting CEO of the Commission said Newman is much more than just a mining town, it is a vibrant community were people are choosing to live and work.

“Newman is an important regional centre, and the developments and plans to revitalise and grow the town reflect this.

Small and medium businesses will play a key role in ensuring the town captures new opportunities for growth” Mr Hill said.

“The local communities within the region are pivotal to achieving a prosperous and sustainable future for the region, and working together is key to implementing and achieving all the objectives set out in the Blueprint” Mr Hill said.

The PDC’s website reports that the East Pilbara has a population of 11,950 of which 57.32% are eligible for the potential workforce. 16.01% are below the age of 15 and 1.56% are 65 years and older.

The PDC reports the population growth through the whole Pilbara region as being:41,009 in 200659,897 in 201167,503 in 2014

PDC’s Board Visits Newman

Shire’s New CouncilCongratulations to the Shire of East Pilbara’s newly elected Council sworn in on 22 October.

South Ward (encompassing Newman):• Jay Ahmedi (25.02%)• Lynne Craigie (19.15%)• Craig Hoyer (18.88%)• Gerry Parsons (18.68%)

East Ward: John Jakobson was elected unopposedLower Central Ward: Biddy Schill was elected unopposedNorth West Ward: Michael Kitchin was elected unopposed

The South Ward experienced a voter turnout rate of 29.27%, which included postal votes. While in appearance this seems low, it is greater than 2013 of 25.68% and is very much inline with other Councils in Western Australia.

Karratha - 24.87% and 27.01% turnoutPort Hedland - 29.3%Ashburton - 23.66% and an exceptional turnout in another ward of 55.24%Wyndam/East Kimberley - 28.89%Wiluna - 14.94%Upper Gascoyne - 30.68%

The Shire of East Pilbara Councillors welcome your feedback, concerns, opinions on issues, and requests for information. They regularly have mornings at the Boulevard Shopping Centre where you may approach them too. Dates will be made available soon.

International Volunteer DayNominations close 20 November.

Youth and Adult categories are available for you to nominate people in our community who volunteer their time making so many services and activities available for us to all benefit. You can nominate more than one person, if you wish.

There will be a special event on 5 December.

Applications and more information can be found at the following website or at the Shire offices.http://www.eastpilbara.wa.gov.au/Our-Community/Volunteering

For more information contact Hannah Petrickovic: 9175 8000 or ccs@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

Saints Football and Sporting Club held their annual Phil Noble Medal Presentation night on Saturday 10 October. It was a fantastic evening, celebrating the successful year Saints had after winning the NNFL BHP Billiton Grand Final against Tigers.

Some awards to highlight that were presented on the evening included:

Nathan Ramsey - 2015 Phil Noble Fairest and Best and Leading Goal Kicker

Sachin Barr received:Best Player in Grand FinalBest 1st Year PlayerBest Under 21Runner up Fairest and Best

Nathan and Sachin have both had an outstanding year of football for Saints. Both were also recognised at the NNFL McLennan Medal Count with Nathan receiving the Dearlove Medal (leading goal kicker for the league) and Sachin being the 2015 McLennan Medallist (best and fairest for the NNFL).

Other recipients on the night were:Football AwardsCoach's Award - Shaun ForsythMost Improved - Cameron Duncan ThomsonBest Backman - Kieren ElliottBest Utility - Morgan Tucker

Saints Club Annual PresentationsBy Callam Truesdale, Saints Football and Sporting Club’s President

Netball AwardsSaints 1 Runner-up F&B - Tamara GillaSaints 1 F&B - Gemma ThomasSaints 2 Runner up F&B - Amy BurrowSaints 2 F&B - Laura Austin

It was also a night to recognise volunteers who have contributed greatly to Saints in current and past years. Alicia Truesdale received ‘Club-person of the Year’ for recognition of her dedication and work as Secretary and Bar and Kitchen Manager for the 2015 Season.

Melanie Wood received ‘Life Membership for the Club’ for her outstanding service on the committee for over six years. During these years she had been an asset to the club having volunteered for numerous roles; from cleaner to now the 2015/2016 Vice President.

The Saints offers year-round sporting activities including AFL, netball, cricket, women’s softball as well as social events throughout the year. For more information about playing, coaching, contributing and volunteering please contact the Club Secretary on 0438 923 832.

Right: Melanie Wood (awarded Life Membership) with her husband Phill WoodPhotograph by Nathan Ramsey

Below: Nathan Ramsey (Phil Noble Fairest and Best and Leading Goal Kicker) with Jodi GreenPhotograph by Melanie Wood

Golf for CharityThe Newman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) held a golf game for charity on 26 September. The game was held in the traditional Ambrose competition.

Forty-four players were in the competition and raised $2,400 to support the Newman St John Ambulance and the Newman Volunteer Fire Brigade. NCCI is looking at making this an annual event due to its great success.

This provided a great opportunity for organisations to undertake team building. NCCI holds regular monthly events to benefit business members through business support, advertisement, networking, information sharing and advocating on their behalf. For further information please contact them at admin@newmancci.com.au or 9175 0042.

This golf competition and funds raised would not have been possibly without generosity shown by Caltex Star Mart, Fortescue Golf Club, WA Fire and Rescue, Newman Bakery Takeaway, Newman Golf Club Whole Foods Café, St John Ambulance, Red Sands, Galvins Plumbing Supplies, Newman Hotel, Seasons Hotel and, of course, NCCI.

Below: Kirby and the Galvins Plumbing team, Jay Ahmedi (NCCI) and Tristan Bergmann

Fortescue Golf Club’s PresidentPhotograph by NCCI

Above: Enjoying the gamePhotograph by NCCI

Meet Andrew PriceBy Sonya Matheson

If you have not already met Andrew Price around town, we hope you make his acquaintance.

Andrew moved to Newman in June 2009 with his lovely wife, Nano, and their dog Tom Yum, when he started work at the Newman Aquatic Centre. As Coordinator Aquatic Services he looks after the year-round activities at the pool.

He also volunteers with many sporting events in the community including fun runs, triathlons and the like. He has also dedicated his time as a St John Ambulance Volunteer for six years.

Andrew likes to keep fit with healthy lifestyle and is currently training for 14 day Everest base camp trek in April 2016.

This October, he chose to take part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer with the goal of riding 800 km.

His motivation is the fact that cancer is the largest killer disease of children in Australia. Three children die of cancer every week in Australia.

Andrew says of his 800 km cycling, “It will be tough, but it's nothing compared to what these kids face every day of their lives as they battle this terrible disease. Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.”

He is putting a call out for sponsorship to raise funds that get donated to the Children’s Medical Research Institute (CMRI), which was formed in 1988. They have since made strides into DNA diagnostics and are researching cancer inhibitors in order to kills cancer cells without harming healthy cells. Through a partnership, CMRI are also working on anti-cancer therapeutics with fewer side effects.

Greg Johnson from the Great Cycle Challenge said they raised $2.15 million in 2014. This year 8,700 cyclists are registered which is two thousand more than last year.

While the challenge officially ended on 31 October, the platform stays open for people to complete their challenge and raise further funds for this important research into childhood cancers.

If you are able to sponsor Andrew’s goal, please consider donating at this website where you can also track his progress.https://greatcyclechallenge.com.au/Riders/AndrewPrice

Andrew Price cycling to fight kids’ cancerPhotograph provided by the Shire of East Pilbara

E.P. BMX PresentationsPhotos below with more printed on the back cover of this edition.

With the East Pilbara BMX Club having their re-opening earlier this year sporting spectacular new tracks, they hosted their presentation and AGM night on 17 October. All their riders received awards presented by some of the club’s sponsors. There was also fun with a bouncy castle and other children’s activities.

It was held at the Panna Riders Club which adjoins their track. Catering was sponsored by Ahrens and all the trophies were donated by Lendlease.

The AGM was a huge success with an outstanding number of people putting their hand up to form the new committee and they are all excited to start the next season in March 2016.

Stepping down from the role of President was Dean Atkins who dedicated three years of hard work to get the club up and running allowing this first successful year.

For further information about the East Pilbara BMX Club and its activities, please contact President Mick on 0438 301 530 or epbmxclub@hotmail.comAlso available on Facebook ‘East Pilbara BMX Club”, this will provide all information on upcoming events and details on the 2016 race season.

Zac and Shaley from Ahrens presenting the awards to the 9 y.o. boys

Photograph by Monique Manson ‘Capture This Photography’

Kahachin Rainford winner of the “Rider with the most points award”Photograph by Monique Manson ‘Capture This Photography’

Pat Bourke from BHP Billiton presenting an award to Jess

By Monique Manson ‘Capture This’

www.bhpbilliton.com

Organisations and Newman residents are invited to attend BHP Billiton’s regular

Community Consultative Group (CCG) meetings

Hear about:• Upcoming BHP Billiton projects

and investments

• Shire of East Pilbara updates

• What’s happening in Town

When and where? Last Wednesday of every month 9.30am to 11.30am Newman House (46 Iron Ore Parade)

How do I access the program?If you wish to be a part of the 2015 CCG meetings, please contact the BHP Billiton Newman Community Relations team on (08) 9175 3675 or newmancommunity@bhpbilliton.com

Mitchell Outram, at 15 years of age, has had an extremely successful year in motocross. He won two state junior motocross titles and then went on to win the heavily contested 85cc class at the 2015 KTM Australian Junior Motocross Championships in Bunbury.

Between April and September this year, Mitchell attended six rounds of motocross in Perth racing in both the 85cc and 125cc classes undertaking three races per class each time. This culminated in him becoming the 2015 WA State Junior Champion in both classes. This takes both intense physical and mental dedication. He attributes this partly to the support received by Yvain Agir from the Newman Boxing Club who directed his training programme throughout the year and to his mother’s lolly bag of sugar for energy.

Outram’s National Championship SuccessBy Sonya Matheson

At the end of September, Mitchell competed in the national championships over six days and was declared the 2015 National 85cc Champion in the 14-U16 class. He also placed an impressive seventh out of a field of 50 of Australia’s finest competitors in the 125cc class which included major Australian team riders who filled out the remaining top ten positions.

During the series, he drove the round trip from Newman to Perth each time. Well, his parents did. He claims to have slept much of the way. Despite all this travel, winning both of dual state and the national championship titles is an extremely rare feat.

Mitchell, having been racing competitively since he was seven years old, is already focussing on next year’s State and National competitions. After some well-earned rest he will return to the boxing gym and the local Newman motocross track in preparation.

Mitchell would like to thank the local support he received this season. Without them he would have been unable to secure these championships. Thanks to the Newman Boxing Club, Lend Lease Newman Operations, the Shire of East Pilbara, the Newman Motorcycle Club and, of course, his family and friends.

Mitchell working the sand and the Australian Championship at the Australian Junior Motocross Titles

Photography by Gordon from True Spirit Photos

Mitchell on his 125cc securing the 2015 Kid of the Cross Title, Southern Cross WAPhotographs by Jeremy Hammer from PureMX.com.au

The 6 y.o. boys receiving their trophies at East Pilbara BMX Club By Monique Manson ‘Capture This Photography’

Mini Wheeler presentations at E.P. BMX Club By Monique Manson ‘Capture This

Photography’