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OMBUDSMAN FINDS MALADMINISTRATION& MISCONDUCT AT COUNCILBut where does the buck stop?

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At some stage prior to the 13 November 2015, oneor more reports were made to the Office of Public

Integrity (OPI) regarding the conduct of the DistrictCouncil of Coober Pedy and/or former employees

of the council.

The report(s) were referred to Ombudsman SA by theIndependent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC)on 13 November 2015. The issues reported and theopinions of the Ombudsman in relation to the issues areoutlined below.

The Ombudsman pointed out, "...that it has been recentlyannounced that the Auditor-General will be examiningthe council's accounts. My investigation has not involveda full forensic audit of the council's accounts as the focusof my investigation has been to make findings in relationto the specific allegations of misconduct andmaladministration set out in the referral from theCommissioner. It is important to note that my findings,particularly those relating to council's compliance withauditing requirements and general mismanagement ofcouncil finances, are limited to the terms of the referral.”

Issue 1: Whether the council [including formeremployees] committed an act of maladministration in publicadministration by failing to pay contractors for work [tothe value of $1.3 million at the Coober Pedy Airport [inearly 2015] and using grant money for another purpose.

Ombudsman’s opinion: The council committedmaladministration in public administration by failing to paycontractors for work, in particular by not having separateaccounts for incoming grant funding and mechanismsfor tracking grant expenditure.

Issue 2: Whether former employees [including the formerCEO and the former Finance and Administration Manager]committed misconduct in public administration byrequesting the ex-Mayor [Staines] to affix the council’scommon seal to a [$1 million] debenture.

Ombudsman’s opinion: Both the former CEO and theformer Finance and Administration Manager committedmisconduct in public administration by failing to act withreasonable care and diligence in requesting Mr Staines[ex-Mayor] to affix the council’s common seal to thedebenture in the absence of a council resolution, contraryto clause 2.2 of the Employee Code of Conduct.

(The Ombudsman’s report also states that: It is clear that,if Mr Staines had affixed the common seal, such an actwould have been contrary to section 38 of the LocalGovernment Act which provides that the common sealmust not be affixed except to give effect to a resolution ofthe council. I also consider that such conduct would haveresulted in an irregular and unauthorised use of publicmoney constituting maladministration. I simply note thatit is fortunate, and to Mr Staines’ credit, that Mr Stainessaw fit to query [the former F&A Manager] and [theformer CEO’s] proposal.

Issue 3: Whether the former Finance and AdministrationManager of the council committed misconduct in publicadministration by providing misinformation andimproperly pressuring council members to approve aproposed loan [related to the debenture in Issue 2];

Ombudsman’s opinion: The former Finance andAdministration Manager did not commit misconduct inpublic administration by providing misinformation andimproperly pressuring council members to approve aproposed loan.

Issue 4: Whether the former Finance and AdministrationManager of the council committed misconduct andmaladministration in public administration by failing tosubmit an application for disaster relief [related to the stormevent that occurred in Coober Pedy on 9 April 2014]

Ombudsman’s opinion: The former Finance andAdministration manager committed maladministration inpublic administration and misconduct in publicadministration (in particular by breaching clause 2.2 ofthe Employee Code of Conduct) by failing to submit anapplication for disaster relief in a timely manner.

Issue 5: Whether the council (including individual officers)committed maladministration in public administration bymismanaging council finances;

Ombudsman’s opinion: The former Manager of Financeand Administration committed maladministration in publicadministration in relation to mismanagement of thecouncil’s finances in relation to the EDL [EnergyDevelopments Limited] debt.

Issue 6: Whether the former Finance and AdministrationManager of the council committed maladministration inrelation to a fraud committed against the council by athird party [i.e. an ex-accounts payable clerk, who is notVeronica Hammermeister, made payments to her personalbank account and the matter was not reported to electedmembers – the claim and settlement with council’sinsurance providers has since been finalised];

Ombudsman’s opinion: The former Manager of Financeand Administration did not commit maladministration inpublic administration in relation to the handling of a thirdparty fraud.

Issue 7: Whether the former Finance and AdministrationManager of the council committed maladministration inpublic administration by failing to lodge a Business ActivityStatement.

Ombudsman’s opinion: The former Finance andAdministration Manager committed maladministration inpublic administration by failing to lodge Business ActivityStatements.

Issue 8: Whether the council (including the former Financeand Administration Manager) committed maladministrationin public administration by allowing a debt owed by a localcorporation to accrue [to the value of $108,000] withouttaking appropriate action.

Ombudsman’s opinion: The former Director of Financeand Administration committed maladministration in publicadministration by failing to take appropriate action inrelation to the debt owed by the [the business].

Issue 9: Whether the council (including the former Financeand Administration Manager) committed maladministrationin public administration by remunerating employees [to asingle employee amounting to $85,569.38] for [sick] leaveto which they were not entitled.

Ombudsman’s Opinion: The former Director of Financeand Administration committed maladministration in publicadministration by remunerating an employee for leave towhich he was not entitled. The council did not commitmaladministration in public administration by remuneratingan employee for leave to which he was not entitled.

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ComputComputComputComputComputererererer, Phone and Gadge, Phone and Gadge, Phone and Gadge, Phone and Gadge, Phone and Gadget Grt Grt Grt Grt Groupoupoupoupoup• Discovering how to use a computer, phone or tablet and getting the most out of them• Taking photos, transferring them to a computer/laptop, slide shows and power pointpresentations, scanning and retouching old photographs• Getting online with confidence• finding information• connecting to family, friends and community• filing in ‘forms’

English is My Second LanguageEnglish is My Second LanguageEnglish is My Second LanguageEnglish is My Second LanguageEnglish is My Second Language• Building stronger skills for community residents in reading, speaking and writing in English• Translating community information from English into the diverse cultural languages within thecommunity• Providing an pool of community members who are able to assist with interpreting for others• Sharing and celebrating your languages within community

Volunteers are needed to bring these groups alive. If you have:• Another spoken/written language other than English• Want to help others develop new skills• Support and help your community• IT and computer skills and know how to get around the internet• Enjoy sharing your time, skills, talents and stories with others

Please contact TracyAustralian Red Cross Office

Hutchison Street Coober Pedy; or call 8672 5380 or 0498 016 689

Volunteering can be for as little as an hour a week, a fortnight or a month.

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Coober Pedy RED CROSS addressingdigital exclusion

Winter Solsticein Coober Pedy

Most long term residents in Coober Pedy will agreethat Coober Pedy winters, despite a frost element,

can top the charts in weather enjoyment.

Coober Pedy and region experiences extreme seasons,particularly in summer that if measured in the sun wouldexceed 50C on any day. We have experienced a morethan pleasant 2017 and now approach our Winter Solstice.ie the sun reaching its fartherst point northward, beforeit stops and begins it’s return for our 2017 Summer.

The shortest day of the year in the Southern Hemisphereis known as the Winter Solstice and happens around June21, when the Sun is directly overhead the Tropic of Cancer.

Information sourced from: https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/facts-about-june-solstice.html

Little Corellas clowning around duringthe winter months in Coober Pedy .

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When the Sun Seems to Stand StillOn the exact moment of the June Solstice, the Sun isdirectly overhead the Tropic of Cancer. This is thenorthernmost the Sun can get. Solstice comes from theLatin words sol, meaning Sun and sistere, meaning to cometo a stop or stand still.

On the day of the June Solstice, the Sun reaches itsnorthern-most position, as seen from the Earth. At thatmoment, its zenith does not move north or south as duringmost other days of the year, but it stands still at the Tropicof Cancer. It then reverses its direction and starts movingsouth again. In 2017, this will happen on June 21 at04:24 UTC.


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The new National Disability Insurance Scheme will provide more choice for people with disability.

It will help Danielle get the support she needs so she can live the life she chooses.

Learn more about how the NDIS works and what it could mean for you. Go to www.mysupportmychoice.sa.gov.au

Nobody knows my disability like me. Children with higher levels of self-

confidence spend more time playing withtheir fathers than children on the lower endof the self-confidence scale, new research

has revealed.

The study from BarbieTM aims to highlight theimportance of Dads’ relationships with theirchildren, proving that time spent in theirimaginary world is an investment in their realworld.

The survey of 1,260 Australians (630 fathersand their children) has shown that Dads whospend more time playing with their children havepositive impacts on their levels of self-confidence, career aspirations and positivityaround growing up.

Those children who have high levels of self-confidence were found to spend more timeplaying with their fathers, on average, than thoseat the lower end of the self-confidence scale(5.1 hours per week, compared with 3.7 hoursper week).

But for those spending less time playing withtheir kids, it’s not through a lack of want. Nearlyall dads (95%) would sacrifice at least one thing,whether it’s TV, social media – even a date withtheir partner – to have more playtime with theirchild.

Rugby League superstar and devoted Dad, BillySlater, overcame his initial uncertainty andbelieves playing Barbie with his daughter Tylahas been invaluable in her development.

HOME & FAMILY MATTERSImportance of Dads investing

in playtime with their children“Playtime with Tyla has been one of the mostimportant parts of building a strong bond andhelping guide her as she continues to grow.

“Playing with Tyla’s Barbies initially put me outof my comfort zone, but the benefit it’s had onher is the most important part, and I enjoy it nearlyas much as her now.”

The self-confidence provided by increasedplaytime with Dads is shown moreso in girls(61%), who are more likely than boys (52%) tobelieve that they can be anything they want to bewhen they grow up.

Dads across the country view playtime asbeneficial to both their personal and their child’sdevelopment, with three quarters (77%) believingplaytime provides an opportunity to bond withtheir child, 64 percent believing playtime to beimportant for their child’s emotional developmentand 61 percent believing it gives them theopportunity to teach their children about self-worth and self-confidence.

Chedney Rodgers, Mattel Marketing Director,said, “Barbie has been a global, cultural icon anda source of inspiration and imagination to millionsof children around the world, allowing them tobelieve that they can be anything.”

“Our research has shown, the relationship thatkids have with their Dads and how they interactthrough open ended play when playing with Barbieis incredibly important in their development.

We are excited to highlight the impact Dads haveon their child’s development through our latestcampaign #DadsWhoPlayBarbie.”

Police have received a number of reports recentlyof break-ins through windows.

Windows can be a weak point in home security, so policeare urging residents and businesses to check their windowsecurity.

Windows provide an ideal access point for thieves if theyare left open and unlocked, particularly so if they aroundthe back or side of a property, or behind a solid fence,where they are not visible to passers-by.

These tips may make getting in through your windowstoo much of a challenge for an opportunistic thief:

•Always lock your windows - all of them. Use alock that is visible from the outside, as an extradeterrent. Some locks will allow a small openingwhen you lock your windows, so windows don’tneed to be sealed shut.•Install motion activated lights outside windows.•Plant thorny shrubs under windows to limitaccess.•Consider linking your home security system toinclude windows, or check out sensor alarms forwindows only.•Consider reflective glass to stop thieves lookingthrough and seeing what’s inside.•Installing impact resistant glass makes it veryhard for thieves to get through.•Other options to consider include window grilles,roller shutters and screens,

Look through these tips on home/window securityThese break-ins have been reported to police recently:

Hutt St, Adelaide; between 7pm on 6 June and 5.22am on7 June an office was broken into and cash and alcoholwas stolen.

North Terrace, Adelaide; between 12.30am and 12.57amon 8 June a business was entered through an unlockeddoor and a mobile phone was stolen.

Shelley St, Firle; between 5.45am on 7 June and 5.15pmon 8 June a flat was broken into through a door and atelevision and jewellery was stolen.

Vagnoni Ave, Paradise; between 7.30am and 6.30pm on 8June a house was broken into through a door.

Louisa St, Adelaide; between 8.30am and 2.30pm on 8June an unlocked house was entered and perfume wasstolen.

Riverbank Circuit, Campbelltown; between 10pm on 8June and 7.30am on 9 June a house was broken intothrough a door

Payneham Rd, Glynde; between 5pm on 7 June and2.30pm on 9 June a shed was broken into through a roofand a dishwasher and oven were stolen.

O’Connell St, North Adelaide; at 4.20am on 10 June abusiness was broken into

Clark Crescent, Paradise; between 11.30pm on 9 Juneand 6.30am on 10 June a house was broken into througha window and cash was stolen.

North Terrace, Adelaide; at 7.52am on 12 June a businesswas broken into.

Cowan St, Erindale; between 1.15pm on 11 June and1.40pm on 12 June a house was broken into through adoor and a computer and jewellery was stolen.

Portrush Rd, Payneham South; between 12.01am and5pm on 10 June a house was entered through anunlocked door and a computer ad alcohol was stolen.

Morialta Rd, Rostrevor; between 8pm on 11 June and8am on 12 June a shed was entered through an unlockeddoor and a grass trimmer and a fridge was stolen.

Reid Ave, Hectorville; between 11.30pm on 12 June and10.30am on 13 June a house was entered through anunlocked door and a computer and wallet was stolen.

Russell St, Magill; between 8am and 7.30pm on 13 Junea house was broken into through a door and jewellerywas stolen.

Tynte St, North Adelaide; between 4.30pm on 10 Juneand 9.45am on 13 June a business was entered throughan unlocked door and hair dressing equipment was stolen.

George St, Norwood; between 12.30pm on 12 June and8.15am on 13 June a business was broken into througha window and cash was stolen.

Brae Rd, St Georges; between 9am and 5.15pm on 13June a house was broken into and jewellery was stolen.

Anyone with information about these break-ins is askedto please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 orreport on-line at https://crimestopperssa.com.au

You can remain anonymous.


Little Miners:More gems on offer!THIS WEEK was great weather for getting out and

exploring the Coober Pedy surroundings. The LittleMiners found that opal wasn't the only gem theirtown had to offer. Taking a trip around the fieldsyields a rich mining history and plenty to see.

From old mining machinery to massive drives (mininglingo for a dug tunnel) that just have you in awe. Xavier(Mr 4) was full of questions about how the machineryworked and even got to watch a drill in operation! Xael(Mr 2), on the other hand, was just happy to hear hisecho in the ballrooms (mining lingo for huge undergroundhollows).

The Little Miners message this edition: "Get out and seethe living history of your town. Be sure to only ventureinto the opal fields with a permit, a permit holder and/orexperienced adults. There are millions of deep holes anddangerous areas, so stay safe while you’re having fun"!

Xavier (Mr 4) contemplates changing a Euclidtyre! “One day”, he thinks!

Xavier (Mr 4) and Xael (Mr 2) Captains of thegiant Euclid!

Retired Caterpillar tracked excavator gets theLittle Miner’s attention

Little Miners at the entrance to a well-worked opalmine in Coober Pedy


LOCALS are reminded of numbers to ringfor POLICE ASSISTANCE

EMERGENCY 000

POLICE ASSISTANCE 131 444

HOW TO

keep garlic,shallots andonions freshfor up to two

months?

Make a few holes in a paper bag. Putyour onions on the bag and carefullyseal with a paper clip. Store in the

pantry in period of 2 months or longer.

The Education Department has produced a‘snapshot’ guide for parents and caregiversto summarise the seven general capabilitiesstudents learn throughout their schooling -which have been designed specifically to

focus on the jobs of the future.

The seven general capabilities taught throughoutthe Australian curriculum are:

• Literacy• Numeracy• Information and CommunicationTechnology• Critical and Creative Thinking• Personal and Social Capability• Ethical Understanding• Intercultural Understanding

The capabilities describe the knowledge, skills,behaviours and disposition which are necessaryfor children and young people to be successfulin learning and life.

Each information sheet contains handy tips andadvice for parents and caregivers on how theycan help their children develop these capabilitieswhich will help equip them for future workopportunities.

In 2016 South Australia became the first state tocomplete the implementation of the new AustralianCurriculum.

7 educationalcapabilities that focuson jobs of the future

Extensive consultation was undertaken withparents from metropolitan and regional schoolsduring the drafting stage of the informationsheets, with feedback received used to create thefinal versions.

General capabilities are recognised around theworld as essential for the development of childrenand young people.

The General capabilities information sheets canbe found at www.decd.com.au. More detailedinformation is available by visitingwww.acara.edu.au.

"Education and Child Development MinisterSusan Close said, "As the economy changes,young people will need to be adept at numeracy,to be competent communicators, to able to adaptto rapid technological change, and to be ready towork with different people and cultures."

"This resource was created to help parentsunderstand the importance of their childdeveloping these capabilities when it comes tosuccess in learning and in life."

"Parents play a pivotal role in their children’seducation, helping them gain the skills they needto advance and thrive and this resource presentsanother opportunity for parents to engage withtheir children’s learning."

"It is important we ensure our children have thenecessary skills and education to successfullycompete for the jobs of today and tomorrow."

Wanted Child SexOffender - update

There has been an update to the webpagelisting wanted registered child sex offenders.

For details on the latest addition to this site,click here: https://www.police.sa.gov.au/your-safety/crime-prevention-and-security/wanted-child-sex-offenders

The wanted child sex offenders list providesinformation about registered child sex offenderswho have:•failed to report to the police as requiredor•provided false or misleadinginformation to the police and•their whereabouts are unknown

Information published onthis site complies withSection 66F of the ChildSex OffendersRegistration Act 2006.The Act protects childrenfrom sexual predators.

If you know or have seenone of the wanted childsex offenders listed andcan provide anyinformation contact thePolice Assistance Line on131444 or Crime Stopperson 1800 333 000.

Most blokes understand the consequencesof poor vehicle maintenance and are usually

quite particular about maintaining theirmachinery.

However when it comes to looking after theirmost important piece of machinery—themselves—men often overlook preventativemaintenance and an annual service.

So this Men’s Health Week (12 – 19 June) theAustralian Men’s Shed Association (AMSA) isusing their male health initiative Spanner in theWorks? to encourage men of all ages to do arego check on their health and wellbeing.

“Five Australian men die every hour frompotentially preventable causes, which is such analarming statistic when it boils down to men beingproactive about their health and wellbeing,” saidDavid Helmers, AMSA Executive Officer.

The male health initiative was launched by AMSAto provide Men’s Shed members with a non-threatening platform advocating for a proactiveapproach to positive health and wellbeing, as wellas a full annual check-up with a local GP.

The Spanner in the Works? health check programis regularly run by Men’s Sheds across Australia,and just last week the initiative was launched inIreland by the Irish Men’s Shed Association.

Gary Green, AMSA Community EngagementManager said, “Men seem to like their healthinformation without the fuss so we keepinformation short and sweet to make healthchoices relevant and achievable.”

The Spanner in the Works? website is a resourcefor men of all ages to access health informationfrom over 52 health partner organisations, fromthe comfort of their own device.

WHEN WAS YOUR LASTSERVICE?


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Register your business for the Job Accelerator Grant that pays up to $10,000 for each new worker.

$10,000 FOR EVERY NEW JOB CREATED

“Monarch Pharmacy registered for the Job Accelerator Grant to enable us to increase pharmacists’ availability to customers and provide additional health services to our community and the surrounding areas.”Caroline Jaritz (right) Human Resource/Operations Manager – Monarch Pharmacy, Whyalla

Due to a number of requests, I now refer to the list ofExpenditure dated 30/6/2015 - 30/6/2016 whereCouncillors apparently approved the following -

A Grant Application for $80,000 from the Coober PedyOpal Miners Association

A Grant Application for $5,000 to the Gem Trade Show

A Grant Application for $20,000 for an Opal Symposium

[Council also negotiated a further $10,000 for the CPMiners Association with Energy Provider EDL.]

According to recent financial statements the CP Miners Assoc.have Net Assets of $264,100K including cash in the bank.Opal miners say they are not required to join the association orpay membership fees, making the association committee arelatively insulated group with limited accountability.

EXPENDITURE Budget Inc/Dec 30/06/2016 30/06/2015

Community Grants 30,000 13,500Coober Pedy Miners Assoc Grant 80,000 71,500Youth Advisory Committee 0 0Community Sponsorships 12,000 0Community Forum 3,000 3,000Dakar Rally Style Event 15,000 15,000Skate Park Extension Plans 5,000 5,000Fca - Other Community 3,000 0Events Officer Wages 10,642 21,000Gem Trade Show 5,000 0Opal Sympsion 20,000 17,000

I refer to an article in CPRT 1 June 2017, “CouldCommunity Grants Assist Groups with SecurityLighting Costs?”

I now respond to feedback on this article, and firstly say,I certainly do believe that remote area groups providingcommunity activities should have guidelines to assist themwhen applying for grants, so that groups understand whattype of activities Councils are able to fund and sort outthe genuinely needy from the not so needy.

Secondly, the list of Expenditure in the June 2016 BusinessPlan, also published drew broad attention to the DCCPfending off the State Administrators, and that the entirecommunity would see a devaluation of properties in mostcases, and a sharp rise in fees and charges to help councilget back on it’s feet over a three year period after councilhad allegedly squandered our money.

2015/16 NO ANNUAL REPORTGRANTS information from Business Plan at June 2016

“Why can’t the Miner’s Association pay for the GemTrade Show themselves and any Opal Symposium thatthey host or, apply for external Government Grants?”

After searching the DCCP website we could not find anyGrant Submission to discover what the $80,000 wouldbe spent on.

QUESTIONS at the next Council Meeting could be:

1.) Why did the councillors approve an $80,000 Grant tothe Opal Miners Association in the face of increasingfinancial difficulties and growing debt?

2.) Where can the community find the Miners Associationgrant submissions for amounts stated in the Business Plan?

3.) Do councillors understand their duty of care to thecommunity when approving grants? Residents believe thatthese grants were issued from borrowed funds and nowform part of the debt imposed onto ratepayers in the feesand charges increases - (similar to the other unchargedservices) is this correct?

4.) Will Council please detail the list of recipients underthe heading of EXPENDITURE - Community Grantsetc and make the information publically available? Thiswas provided in previous years. A number of times inthe past two weeks I have heard, “What is a Dakar StyleRally, and Fca? and Who got that money?”

5) $20,000 Expenditure for an Opal Symposium in theJune 2016 Business Plan a bit confusing! The 8th NationalOpal Symposium from 5 July to 7th July 2016 was held inWinton Qld. Where did that money go?

The community understands that the Mine Rescue andSES Organisations provide a trained, 24 hour rescueservice for opal miners on a small annual Governmentbudget that is derived from taxpaying Australians includingRatepayers through their Emergency Services Levy. Thisprovides the mechanism that enables the opal miners toexperience a measure of safety, albeit ‘after the fact’.

The community should know why the Miners Associationis able to access large amounts of community funds ratherthan apply for regular government grants? “It’s no good,if they are all just sitting around the table paying eachother when we are struggling to stay solvent, and thenwe get hit twice,” said one long term resident.

QUERY - Why did the councillors approve an$80,000 Grant to the Opal Miners Association?

by Margaret Mackay


Issue 10: Whether the council (including the formerFinance and Administration Manager) committedmaladministration in public administration by systemicnon-compliance with the Local Government Act 1999including audit requirements.

Ombudsman’s Opinion: Neither the council nor theformer Manager of Finance and Administration committedmaladministration in public administration by systemicnon-compliance with the Local Government Act 1999including audit requirements.

Issue 11: Whether the council (including the formerFinance and Administration Manager) committedmaladministration in public administration by generalmismanagement in relation to work health and safety andrisk management.

Ombudsman’s opinion: The allegation in relation to workhealth and safety and risk management is not substantiatedand he does not consider further investigation of that issueto be warranted.In light of his investigation(s), the Ombudsmanrecommended that the Council:

OMBUDSMAN FINDSMALADMINISTRATION & MISCONDUCT

But where does the buck stop?• review its practice of receiving all funds into oneaccount;• devise a written policy in relation to handling of grantfunding, in particular, to ensure that grant funding isappropriately applied to the purposes of the grant; and• devise a written policy in relation to approval of employeeleave entitlements.

The council responded to the Ombudsman’s provisionalreport and a summary of that response can be found inthe report(s) on the Ombudsman’s website if and whenthe report(s) are made available.

In relation to matters concerning former employees ofthe council, the Ombudsman did not make anyrecommendations as the individual(s) are no longeremployed by the council.

POST SCRIPT: The Coober Pedy Regional Timesencourages all those interested in the details of theinvestigation(s) to review the Ombudsman’s verythorough and highly informative report(s) when theOmbudsman makes the report(s) available on his website.

AT COUNCIL

Top 3 for 1 July 2015 to 30 June 2016

Government Agencies – complaints received•Department for Correctional Services, 626 complaints (32.9% of total)

•SA Housing Trust, 362 complaints (19% of total)•Department for Education & Child Development, 295 complaints (15.5% of total)

Government Agencies – issues•Housing maintenance, 126 (6.6% of total)

•Inadequate complaint handling process, 119 (6.3% of total)•Delay/no response to communication, 113 (6% of total)

Local Government – complaints received•City of Adelaide, 135 complaints (14.8% of total)

•City of West Torrens 59 complaints (6.5% of total)•City of Onkaparinga, 47 complaints (5.6% of total)

Local Government – complaints received, per / 10,000 population•District Council of Elliston, 65.6 complaints

•City of Adelaide, 58.2 complaints•District Council of Coober Pedy, 49.9 complaints

http://www.ombudsman.sa.gov.au/

Further reading, Ombudsman SAComplaint statistics

Continued from page 1RE: EDL “Misinforma-

tion” on Hybrid Project

On the 1st June, EDL made a statement in theCPTimes about Today/Tonight’s 22 May report on

the Hybrid Project/PPA. EDL incorrectly referred to“research” done by “Resonant Consulting”,

whereas it was in fact a Due Diligence Report doneby Resonant Solutions, as required under the

Local Government Act for sole sourced contracts.

Resonant has had no dealings with Today/Tonightwhatsoever, and while we think it captured the essence,would add the following clarifications:• EDL and SA Government forecast the PPA to cost$192m over the 20 year life;• Resonant’s report was delivered on 8th February beforethe ‘deal’ was signed on 30 March;• At that time, Duet owned EDL, who owned EGL. Itwas only last month that Duet was bought by the multi-national CKI for $7.4B;• EDL have never done any hybrid project involving wind,solar or enabling technologies thereof – and the facility isnot yet operational;

EDL’s statements contain ‘misinformation’ and factualinaccuracies as noted below:

1.In November 2015, Resonant undertook an independentinitial assessment of the Project/PPA and. based on itsextensive experience, came to the conclusion that EDL’sproposed charge of above 50c/kWh for generation wasexcessively expensive. Proponents (including the SAGovernment) contacted Resonant asking that the projectnot be “derailed”, however Resonant persisted with anhonest and accurate assessment. Resonant recommendedgoing to tender, and put forward eight companies withwind/solar experience and capable of delivering reliable,secure, hybrid electricity. Three proposals, subject to thesame criteria as EDL (technical, commercial andcontractual), were received for roughly half the price!

This information was incorporated in Resonant’s reportof February 2016. EDL’s attempt to undermine the reportas “simplistic, desk-top research” is wrong andmisleading.

2.EDL’s proposal is considered sub-optimal and uses adeveloping technology. It is because its still beingdeveloped and unproven at this scale that it received$18.4m of federal funds. Alternate proposals consistingof wind, solar, batteries and diesel integrated withcommunity installed solar and the flexibility to incorporateother technologies could have delivered an iconic projectwith more reliable electricity below 30c/kWh.

3.EDL’s model compared the hybrid project to “dieselonly” for 20 years, which to anyone with a basicunderstanding of renewable trends, is simplistic and naive.

EDL confuse the issue of tendering by stating that theirsub-contractors had to tender. This is irrelevant - theissue is that there was no competitive tender, even thoughthere was plenty of time before expiry of the currentPPA. [Allegedly]The then CEO Mr Renshaw askedResonant to draft tender documents, but later - due toexternal pressures - stopped the process.

EDL’s statement finishes with the falsehood that “no viablealternative…was proposed…”. In reality, there were threeproposals near half the price from more experiencedcompanies.

On a positive note, Resonant do believe this project canbe recovered to the benefit of the community, but it doesrequire transparent dialogue. Council have previouslyrequested that the confidential PPA be made public andthat a mutually acceptable independent expert assess theProject/PPA.

Statement by Resonant Solutions13 June 2017

RIGHT OF REPLY


Senvion to deliver 116 more windturbines to AustraliaSenvion, a leading global manufacturer of wind turbines

including two Senvion MM92 turbines at Coober Pedyhas signed a Delivery Partnership Agreement with RESAustralia and its project partners for the 116-turbineMurra Warra wind farm in Victoria in a consortium withDowner and is now part of Senvion's conditional orderbook.

The Delivery Partnership Agreement is for the early workswhich are currently underway and is a precursor to financialclose of the project.

The wind farm will feature the 3.7M144 turbine type, whichis being designed for this project. This product extension iscurrently being developed and added to the Senvion portfoliofor other projects.

Jürgen Geissinger, CEO of Senvion, said: "We are verypleased to be collaborating with RES and its project partnerson this significant project. This agreement demonstratesthat our commitment to deliver optimised products for allwind conditions is highly effective and helps to consolidateSenvion's strong market position in Australia. It alsoshowcases the confidence of strategic partners in ourproducts."

Raymond Gilfedder, CEO and Managing Director of SenvionAustralia said: "The introduction of ambitious renewableenergy targets in Victoria has injected new confidence inthe local wind energy market.”

Prior to joining Senvion Australia, Raymond Gilfedder wasManaging Director for Senvion's Northern Europe hub.

Roger Seshan, Strategic Procurement Director of RES,said: "We are delighted to build on our European relationshipwith Senvion. RES's global experience and relationshipsallows us to combine the best elements from our respectivemarkets to deliver our projects.”

At Coober Pedy’s Hybrid Mini Grid are GarethJones, Construction Manager, and Daniel

O’Connor, Operator / Maintainer at the foot of aSenvion MM92 turbine. One of two at Coober

Pedy South Australia

Federal Member forGrey Rowan Ramsey

accompanied byAndrew McLachlanCSC MLC (left) look

over the recently builtSenvion wind turbines

28 April 2017 atCoober Pedy




Last seen near the Coober PedyArea School & Police Station areas

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The Coober Pedy Shooters would like to welcomeall the new shooters to our club.

COOBER PEDY SHOOTERS CLUB Inc

If you don’t have a firearm, come along and ourmembers will assist you with all enquiries.

Minimum age for shooting at the club is 10 yrs(Rifles) & 14 yrs (Pistols).

• ALL SHOOTERS MUST HAVE ZERO ALCOHOLLEVEL ON THE SHOOTING RANGE• PENALTY APPLIES INCLUDES: LOSS OFFIREARM LICENCE & FINES• RANDOM BREATH TESTING IS ENFORCED ATTHE CLUB

Any Enquires regarding sponsorships, donations,or shooting, please contact

John Di Donna 0427 649 389Email. [email protected]

The 40th anniversary bushranger shootwas held at Spear Creek, approximately

25 kms Port Augusta at the foothills of theFlinders Rangers.

100 competitors came from all over the stateand territory for the June long weekendbushranger shoot.

We would like to thank Michael Cleary fromSpencer Gulf Shooting Club and his posse ofvolunteers which made the 3 days shoot verypleasurable.

40th Anniversary BushRanger Shoot

Dale Price at The Flats range, IPSC pistoldiscipline

Dale Price at the 3 little ducks range ready forIPSC shotgun discipline

Dale Price at the Mawson Range IPSC centrefire rifle discipline

Ramon Kruger at the Snake Gully Range,walking through the creek trying not to hit NedKelly

Dale Price Receiving participant awardPresented by Michael Cleary

Ramon Kruger Receiving participant awardPresented by Michael Cleary

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE

www.dpc.sa.gov.auPN1848

MINING ACT 1971NATIVE TITLE (SOUTH AUSTRALIA) ACT 1994

Notice is hereby given in accordance with Section 35A (1) of the Mining Act 1971 and Part 5 of the Native Title (South Australia) Act 1994, that an application for a Mineral Lease over the undermentioned Retention Lease has been received:

Applicant: OZ Minerals Carrapateena Pty Ltd; OZM Carrapateena Pty LtdRL Number: 127Location: Block 868, Out of Hundreds (Torrens) and Allotment Piece 2, Deposited Plan 47706 (Pernatty

area, approx. 62 km east of Woomera)Area: 11,633 hectares approximatelyPurpose: Copper, Gold and SilverReference: T02917

Notice is hereby given in accordance with Section 53 (2) of the Mining Act 1971 that three applications for Miscellaneous Purposes Licences have also been received:

Applicant: OZ Minerals Carrapateena Pty Ltd; OZM Carrapateena Pty LtdLocation: Allotment 109 and Allotment Pieces 10 and 2, Deposited Plan 47746 and Allotment Piece 2,

Deposited Plan 47706 (Pernatty area, approx. 46 km east-south-east of Woomera)Area: 20,126 hectares approximatelyPurpose: Western Infrastructure CorridorReference: 2016/1245

Applicant: OZ Minerals Carrapateena Pty Ltd; OZM Carrapateena Pty LtdLocation: Block 868, Out of Hundreds (Torrens) (Pernatty area, approx. 67 km east of Woomera)Area: 3,029 hectares approximatelyPurpose: Eastern Radial WellfieldReference: 2016/1246

Applicant: OZ Minerals Carrapateena Pty Ltd; OZM Carrapateena Pty LtdLocation: Allotment Piece 2, Deposited Plan 47706 and Block 868, Out of Hundreds (Torrens) (Pernatty

area, approx. 67 km southeast of Woomera)Area: 1,867 hectares approximatelyPurpose: Southern Access Road and Radial WellfieldReference: 2016/1247

Details of the proposal/management plan may be inspected at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Mineral Resources Division, Level 7, 101 Grenfell Street, ADELAIDE SA 5000. The proposal/management plan supports the applications for a Mineral Lease and three Miscellaneous Purposes Licences.An electronic copy of the proposal/management plan can be found on the Department of the Premier and Cabinet website: http://minerals.dpc.sa.gov.au/mining/public_notices_mining.

In addition, the project was determined a controlled action under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). The proposal/management plan will be assessed under the Bilateral Agreement between the state of South Australia and the Commonwealth of Australia.

Written submissions in relation to these applications are invited to be received at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet, Mining Regulation, Attn: Business Support Officer, GPO Box 320 ADELAIDE SA 5001 or by email to [email protected] by no later than 19 July 2017.

The delegate of the Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy is required to have regard to these submissions in determining whether to grant or refuse the applications and, if granted, the terms and conditions on which they should be granted.

When you make a written submission, that submission becomes a public record. Your submission will be provided to the applicant and may be made available for public inspection unless confidentiality is requested.

J Martin Mining Registrar Department of the Premier and Cabinet Delegate of the Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy

PUBLIC NOTICE

Gill Ireland Pty Ltd ACN 619 289 708 has applied to the Licensing Authority for a transfer of Liquorand Gaming Licence in respect of the premises situated at 2 Bay Street, Port Broughton SA 5522 and

known as Port Broughton Hotel.The application has been set down for hearing on 10/07/2017. Any person may object to theapplication by lodging a notice of objection in the prescribed form with Liquor and Gambling

Commissioner (and serving a copy of the notice on the applicant) at least 7 days before the hearingdate (viz 03/07/2017).

The Applicant’s address for service is c/- Piper Alderman (Attention: Geoff Forbes/Jonathan Dodd),GPO Box 65, Adelaide SA 5001.

The application and certain documents and material relevant to the Application may be inspected bypersons with a genuine interest, without fee at the Customer Service Centre, 91 Grenfell Street,

Adelaide SA 5000 during a period specified by the Liquor and Gambling Commissioner. Ph: 82268655 Email: [email protected]

Dated 06/06/2017Applicant: Gill Ireland Pty Ltd

PUBLIC NOTICE

THIS NOTICE is advertised by PIPER ALDERMAN(Attention: Geoff Forbes/Jonathan Dodd)

LANGFORDS HOTEL BROKERS(Attention: John Langford)

Ph: 0410 605 224

FORM 1LIQUOR LICENSING ACT 1997GAMING MACHINES ACT 1992

NOTICE OF APPLICATION

Keep the Outback Beautiful

www.dpc.sa.gov.auPN1840

Mining Act 1971Notice is hereby given in accordance with Section 28(5) of the Mining Act 1971 that the delegate of the Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy intends to grant Exploration Licences over the areas described below.

Applicant: Cartwheel Minerals Pty LtdLocation: North Lake Gairdner area

approx. 120 km east-south-east of Tarcoola

Pastoral Leases: Kokatha, CoondamboTerm: Two yearsArea in km2: 412Reference No: 2017/00079

Applicant: Quasar Resources Pty LtdLocation: Moolawatana area approx.

140 km east of MarreePastoral Leases: Murnpeowie, MoolawatanaTerm: Two yearsArea in km2: 622Reference No: 2017/00083

Plans and co-ordinates can be found on the Department of the Premier and Cabinet website: http://www.minerals.dpc.sa.gov.au/exploration/public_notices or by contacting Mineral Tenements on 08 8463 3103.

Community information on mineral exploration licence processes and requirements under the Mining Act 1971 is available from: http://www.minerals.dpc.sa.gov.au/land_access/community_information or hard copy on request to Mineral Tenements.

J MartinMining RegistrarDepartment of the Premier and CabinetDelegate of the Minister for Mineral Resources

Ph: (08) 8361 9148Fax: (08) 8239 1125

[email protected]

PO Box 3097,Melbourne Street,

North AdelaideSA 5006

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Grants to boostinvestment in recyclingand waste infrastructure

Grant funding is available forinfrastructure projects that will boost

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industry.

Local councils and businesses in thewaste and resource recovery sector canapply for up to $150,000 towardinnovative projects that divert recyclablematerial from landfill; up to $300,000 willbe available for large-scale regionalprojects.

The funding, offered by Green IndustriesSA, is part of a three-year $12 millionprogramme aimed at increasing thecapacity of recycling systems andreprocessing infrastructure.

The grants will assist companies, localauthorities and organisations to installinfrastructure and provide innovativeapproaches to increase the recovery ofresources and reduce the amount of wastesent to landfill each year.

In the most recent round of recyclinginfrastructure grants, the Governmentawarded $2.88 million to 19 projectsexpected to generate 67 jobs.

Applications for infrastructurefunding are open until Friday 23

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The previous grants funding round helpedcreate 67 jobs across the State while alsoimproving waste infrastructure.

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Generous GardenGrant$ for LittleGreen Thumbs

Schools can build their dreamgarden or outdoor classroom with

the help of the Yates JuniorLandcare Grants for Gardens

program, which is now open forapplications.

15 grants valued at $2,000 each areavailable for schools, youth groups andchildcare centres, who will benefit from$1,500 in funding, $500 of Yates gardenproducts and a growing consultation witha Yates gardening expert. Yates is excitedto join groups for a consultation to helpthem uncover the joy of the garden, andwants to arm kids with the tips and tricksto help their garden thrive.

Interested groups are invited to submit adesign for their dream garden within theirschool grounds or communities. Yatesand Junior Landcare are looking for youngimaginations to run wild, and think aboutthe kind of garden they would love togrow. Veggie gardens, butterfly gardens,bush tucker and sensory gardens are justsome of the projects that have beenpreviously funded.

The Yates Junior Landcare Grants forGardens program is currently open forapplications via the Junior Landcarewebsite.

Applications close on Thursday 29June; stories from previous Junior

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For more information, guidelinesand criteria, and to submit an

application, please visitwww.landcareaustralia.org.au/

grants-for-gardens.

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New funding forMETS companies

(The Mining Equipment, Technology and Services)

The second round of the METS IgnitedProject Funds is now open.

The Project Funds is designed to supportprojects that will have significant benefitsfor Australia's METS sector.

Important facts•Projects must involve multiple METScompanies working closely with an end-user, such as a mining company, systemintegrator or OEM.•It is essential that projects arecollaborative and industry-led with clearcommercialisation applications.•It is an opportunity it secure matchedfunding.•Proposed METS Ignited Project Fundsrequested must be greater than $100,000and less than $3m in any one financialyear.

Applications close on 31 July 2017. Visitthe METS Ignited website for theguidelines and application form.

Canon Oceania Launches 2017 Grants Program -Inspiring Tomorrow

Entries now open for schools, environmental and community groups to apply

On World Environment Day, Canon Oceania announced that its inaugural GrantsProgram - Inspiring Tomorrow, is now open for applications. The program intendsto support schools and not-for-profit groups who are addressing issues that areimpacting the environment or society to make a positive difference in their communities.Canon believes in empowering every person and community to strive towards abetter tomorrow, supporting causes that look to improve our world.

Canon is offering over $30,000 worth of grants made up of Canon equipment in-kindacross Australia and New Zealand within Environmental, Education and Communitysectors. The winners will be selected based on the positive impact their project willhave on their environment or community, as well as the importance of Canon productsin ensuring the project’s success.

Living Ocean (NSW), won the 2016 Environmental Grant in the Community Category,receiving $5,000 worth of Canon devices and equipment including a digital cameraand a video recorder. These devices went towards their mission to raises awarenessof human impact on oceanic health through two key projects; a marine studies programthat monitors ocean wildlife and a beach clean-up campaign called ‘No Plastic Please’.

Robbi Newman, Founder of Living Ocean said, “We were grateful to receive twoCanon cameras, the XC10 and the G3X, which have allowed us to raise awareness ofthe fragility of our oceans and to highlight the need to care for them. Winning the2016 Canon Grant has meant we don’t have to rely on borrowed equipment tocommunicate the importance of ocean sustainability.”

This year the grants will be awarded under the following categories:Australia· 1 x Environmental Grant - $5,000· 1 x Education Grant - $5,000· 1 x Community Grant - $5,000· 1 x Runner-up Grant - $1,000New Zealand· 1 x Environmental Grant - NZ$5,000· 1 x Education Grant - NZ$5,000· 1 x Community Grant - NZ$5,000

Applications are open from now until Friday 4th August with the winnersannounced by Friday 29th September.

To apply for a grant entrants can post an image that showcases their initiative withthe hashtags #InspiringTomorrow #CanonGrantsProgram and @CanonAustralia [email protected] depending on their region and fill in a full application here: https://www.canon.com.au/about-canon/community/grants

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BOLAND BACKHOE SERVICESLocal family business with a Tip truck, backhoe and bobcatwith auger attachment for hire at reasonable rates. Availablefor hire to mining companies and pastoral properties

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Police StationsCoober Pedy: 08 86725056Marla: 86707020Oodnadatta: 86707805

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Coober Pedy School 08 86725077

District Council Coober Pedy: 86724600

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