Kimba ‘Ignites’ with Silo Art Light Up

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Kimba was abuzz on the evening of Friday May 18 when the next stage of Igniting Kimba was fulfilled withthe illumination of the town’s fabulous Silo Art.Travellers and community members all gathered in the cool evening to witness the spectacle of Kimba’syoung girl in the wheat field being lit up with lighting powered by the sun. And they were not disappointedwhen the lights were ‘switched on’ right on cue.Kimba’s solar powered SiloArt lights operate for amaximum of three hours eachevening subject to the ‘batterystate of charge’ due to dailyweather conditions. During thewinter months the lights willcome on at 6.30pm eachevening and whether theyremain on for an hour or threewill be solely dependent onthe amount of sunlight duringthe day.NOTE: During Viterra’s busy out-loading periods the lights will be turned off for Work & Safety issues.The generosity of the Kimba community and Viterra has allowed the $30,000 stage two to be completeddebt free plus have sufficient funds set aside to cover infrastructure insurance into the next decade as wellas basic maintenance.Installation of the solar lighting infrastructure has been carried out by Eye Energy Systems of Port Lincoln,our resident electrician Dylan Harradine, and the Kimba Council.Stage 3 of the project will roll out shortly with more seating and improved signage at the Viewing Area andnew signage at town entrances. This work will be funded through the National Radioactive WasteManagement Facility Community Benefits Fund.Silo Art magnets and postcards are now on sale at various outlets around town and soon re-usable coffeecups displaying our magnificent artwork will also be available.

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THE KIMBA NEWSLETTER | FREE JUNE 2018 | VOL 28 No 3

‘Go Light Me Up’ DonorsIgniting Kimba Working Group & Kimba Community Development

Group thank donors of Stage 2 Silo Art Project

$1000 $650 $500Anonymous x 1 D C Electrical Kimba Shenae & Shannan Mayfield

Richard & Ruth Hammett$200 $150

Pinkawillinie WAB Matt & Megan DickensonAnonymous x1

$100 $60 and underDavid & Barb Schmidt Kate & Martin Ryan Nikesh Poudel Wendy Shirley

Greg & Sally Inglis Cecilia Woolford Paul Shirley Anonymous x 2Uniting Church Fellowship

COUNCIL NEWSCheck out our website at: www.kimba.sa.gov.au and our Kimba District Council Facebook page

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYORWith five months of 2018already behind us, it isincredibly rewarding to take amoment to reflect on howmuch our community hasachieved in the year to date.

More than 200 peopleconverged on the Kimba

Soldiers Memorial Institute to commemorateAnzac Day on April 25, and it was fantasticto see residents of all ages taking theopportunity to pause and remember thesacrifice made by past and present servicepersonnel. I must also note the number oftourists who attended the service while ontheir Kimba stopover – the feedbackreceived from those I spoke to was that theywere impressed by the way our town paid itsrespects to those who have fought andfallen for our country.

For those who haven’t noticed the shrieks oflaughter coming from Lions Apex CentralPark over the past few weeks, Council hasfinished installing a jumping pillow throughthe South Australian Government’s Fund MyNeighbourhood program. A shade sail andfencing will be erected later this year, but it’sfair to say Kimba’s kids – as well as a fewElected Members and Council staff – havebeen making the most of this new addition.Thanks must go to Jacqui Larwood forrallying the community to get this projectacross the line – it just goes to show whatcan be achieved when a community throwsits support behind something that improvesthe liveability of our great town.

On the subject of recreation facilities,Council is seeking community input to comeup with a name for the old playing courts atthe Kimba Recreation Reserve. The area hasbecome a real hub of activity for residentsand visitors in recent years, so it would benice to recognise the role it plays in ourcommunity with a formal name. If you haveany ideas, make sure you speak to ElectedMembers or the Senior Management Teamso all suggestions can be tabled at the JuneOrdinary Meeting of Council.

Last month, I had the privilege of presentingat the Local Government Association of SA’s2018 Next Practice Council Showcase aboutthe work we are doing to support social andeconomic sustainability during periods ofpopulation shift. As we all know, it is anongoing issue for small, agriculturally-drivencommunities, and the event allowed me toprovide more than 150 Local Governmentrepresentatives from across the state withinsight into the proactive role our council isplaying, especially in regard to recruiting apermanent general practitioner for Kimba.

Council has engaged a consultant toundertake a comprehensive businessanalysis of medical services in Kimba, whichwill provide a blueprint to maximise servicedelivery and develop a sustainable modelthat includes succession planning. Werecognise that being a sole doctor in a ruraltown is not an easy job, so investigations areunder way for a regional collaboration tobuild a case that will afford future doctors awork-life balance.

From May 21, Council’s draft 2018-19 AnnualBusiness Plan will be open for commentahead of a public meeting on June 13. Theconsultation represents a chance for you tohave your say about the strategic directionCouncil will take in the coming financialyear, and there will be two informationsessions held before the public meetingduring which staff will outline how the draftplan was developed and what it means forthe community. Keep an eye on socialmedia and the Council website for datesand times, as I’d like to see as many peopleas possible have a say. For more information,talk to the Chief Executive Officer orManager Corporate Services. Copies of thedraft plan will be available at the Counciloffice and on the website from May 21.

NEXT COUNCIL MEETINGThe next two Council meetings will be held onWednesday 13th June 2018 at 2pm andWednesday 11th July 2018 at 2pm in theCouncil Chambers. All members of the publicare welcome to attend.

COUNCIL NEWSCheck out our website at: www.kimba.sa.gov.au and our Kimba District Council Facebook page

HAVE YOUR SAY ON COUNCIL’S DRAFT2018-19 ANNUAL BUSINESS PLAN

Public consultation has now opened on theDistrict Council of Kimba Draft 2018-19Annual Business Plan, which means it’s timefor you to have your say on the direction wehave planned for your town over the next 12months. Council invites feedback on thedraft plan between May 21 and June 13,and will be hosting the following informationsessions to give the community everyopportunity to have its voice heard:

Information session 1 at the Kimba GatewayHotel on Wednesday, May 30 from 6pm; Information session 2 sausage sizzle at Lions

Apex Central Park on Sunday, June 3 from11.30am; and Public meeting at the Council chambers on

Wednesday, June 13 from 11.30am.

If you can’t attend the above sessions, youcan still provide input into the draft plan bycompleting a five-minute online surveyhttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DistrictCouncilofKimba speaking to Elected Membersand Council staff, or sending writtencomment to lyndon@kimba.sa.gov.au or POBox 189, Kimba SA 5641 by midday on June13.

CAMPERS’ COMPLIMENTSWith the free camping area at theRecreation Reserve at its peak, here arewhat campers are saying on WikiCamps:

“An excellent free camp with everythingavailable. Spoke to the Mayor of Kimba whostated that the next project on the site would bean upgrade to the toilets. A lovely spot to staywith real country hospitality. Highly recommendand please donate.”

“Great spot. Make sure you unhitch as there ismuch to see. The silos, middle of Australia signand the sculptures and of course spend moneyin the town. The town are doing such a great jobfor us travellers so please put some money inthe donation box. We need more places likethese. Well done Kimba.”

“Best free camp I have ever been to. Excellent.”

DOG AND CAT REFORMWorking DogsMicrochipping of all dogs will be compulsorythroughout South Australia. Contrary topopular belief, all working dogs must bemicrochipped as of July 1, 2018. Working dogsare exempt from desexing, however they muststill be microchipped. This helps Council keepa record of the dogs in the area.Older Dogs and CatsMicrochipping is a simple procedure that canoccur at any age. From July 1 2018, registeredveterinary surgeons will be able to exempt adog or cat from microchipping (or desexing) ifsatisfied the procedure would: Pose an undue risk to the health of the dog

or cat; and/orAdversely affect the growth, development or

wellbeing of the dog or cat.

If you would like any more information or havea general enquiry about the changes that willcome into effect as of July 1, 2018 please visitwww.dogandcatboard.com.au or don’thesitate to contact Council.

DISCOUNTED MICROCHIPPING DAYWe have been advised that there are limitedappointments available so get in quick! Toensure the day runs quickly and smoothly,the vet has asked that anyone with abooking please fill out the required form priorto their appointment. Forms can be pickedup from the Council office or on the Councilwebsite.

COUNCIL NEWSCheck out our website at: www.kimba.sa.gov.au and our Kimba District Council Facebook page

EXPRESSION OF INTERESTThe District Councilof Kimba is seekingexpressions ofinterest for cateringgoods and servicesfor the 82nd EyrePeninsula LocalGovernmentConference to beheld in Kimba from25th to 26th February 2019.Community Groups or Businesses are invitedto submit responses to one or all of the eventcatering opportunities for approximately 150guests;a. Informal Dinner on Monday 25th

February 2019 at 6.30pm held in theKimba Golf ClubProvide 2 courses for 150 guests, sitting.Mains and SweetsKitchen facilities provided

b. Conference held on Tuesday 26thFebruary 2019 from 8.45am held in theKimba Memorial InstituteProvide a morning tea, lunch andafternoon tea, suitable for 150 standingguests.Kitchen facilities provided

c. Formal Dinner on Tuesday 26th February2019 at 6.30pm held in the KimbaDistricts Football and Netball ClubProvide a restaurant quality sit down 3course meal for 150 guests.Kitchen facilities provided

Expressions of Interests are to be submittedby 5pm on Monday 2nd July 2018 and

directed to;District Council of Kimba

Manager Corporate Services, Lyndon Keanelyndon@kimba.sa.gov.au

PO Box 189KIMBA SA 5641

NATIONAL RADIOACTIVE WASTEMANAGEMENT FACILITY COMMUNITY

BENEFIT PROGRAMME UPDATEFollowing Council’s success with a number ofprojects it has put forward to this programmewe would like to advise the community ofanticipated timelines in regards to several ofthese projects.

Kimba Town Hall Upgrade – CommencingMonday 2nd of July contractors willcommence work replacing the existingceiling with new acoustic tiles and newlighting. This work is expected to becompleted by the end of July. New windowsand air conditioners have been ordered andwill also be installed prior to the end of theyear with painting inside and out of the mainbuilding to follow.Lions/Apex Playground Upgrade –Commencing Tuesday 12th of June the all-abilities play equipment will be installed. Thisis to be followed by the rubber soft fallmatting. Shade sails and fencing have beenordered and will be installed later in the year.During this period, Council staff will becompleting landscaping works as part ofCouncil’s commitment to the project. Solarlighting will also be installed.Recreation Reserve Amenities Block – Thisbuilding consisting of 5 toilets and 2 showersincluding disabled facilities has beenordered in preparation for construction. Thiswill be located inside the Recreation Reserveadjacent North Terrace and will serve as notonly amenities for the ever growing campingarea, but as well as the Lions Club, Men’sShed and adjacent shaded BBQ area. Aspart of this project council has alsocommitted funds to provide landscapingaround the building. Solar lighting will also beinstalled in the area.

The other projects that council are havingfunded through the NRWMFCBP Include:The Community and Economic DevelopmentStrategy for Kimba - Development of aCommunity and Economic DevelopmentStrategy for Kimba, with prioritised initiativesto stimulate economic activity in the region.

Public Wi-Fi in the town centre and at tourismhot spots - Provision of public Wi-Fi in theKimba town centre and at tourism hot spots,to provide improved internet access forresidents and visitors. Activities include:sourcing engineering plans, constructingpoles to carry the Wi-Fi hardware, anderecting the poles, Wi-Fi and solar hardwareat designated spots.

Development planning for Kimba Skate Park- Production of detailed design, budget and

COUNCIL NEWSCheck out our website at: www.kimba.sa.gov.au and our Kimba District Council Facebook page

construction plans, as the first stage ofestablishing a skate park as a long-termvaluable recreation asset for residents andvisitors to the region. Stages include:concept development, communityfeedback, final concept, detailed designdevelopment, and constructiondocumentation and technical specificationproduction.

drumMUSTERNext collection is on Wednesday 4th &Thursday 5th July. Please phone the Counciloffice on 8627 2026 for an appointment timeand remember tonotify approximatelyhow many drumsyou will be booking in.

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‘Someone Like You’ by Karly Lane‘The Designs of Lord Randolph Cavanaugh’by Stephanie Laurens‘A Country Mile’ by Mandy Magro‘Beautiful Liars’ by Isabel Ashdown‘The Jade Lily’ by Kirsty Manning‘Night Moves’ by Jonathan Kellerman‘The Sisters’ Song ’by Louise Allen‘Dead if You Do’ by Peter James‘Life Support’ by Nicki EdwardsDVDs‘The Lady in the Van’ with Maggie Smith‘The Light Between Oceans’ with MichaelFassbender & Rachel Weisz‘The Mountain Between Us’ with Idris Elba &Kate Winslet‘Jumanji- Welcome to the jungle’ withDwayne Johnson, Jack Black & Kevin Hart‘Justice League’ with Ben Affleck & JasonMomoa‘Blade Runner 2049’ with Ryan Gosling &Harrison Ford‘Pitch Perfect 3’ with Rebel Wilson‘Downsizing’ with Matt Damon & Kristen Wiig

Kelly Hall & School opened 1918

Kimba School opened 1924

100 YEARS OF EDUCATION IN THE KIMBA DISTRICTIn 1908, the first permanent settlers sowed grain and grew the first crop in the Kimba district. The pioneers were veryisolated and obtained their mail and supplies from Cowell over rough bush tracks by horse and cart.

This isolation was greatly relieved in 1913 with the railway from Port Lincoln being extended to a new siding namedKimba. The train brought regular weekly supplies and communication with the outside world.

The proclamation of the township of Kimba in 1915 coincided with the influx of settlers to the new Hundreds in theCounty of Buxton, and boosted confidence in the potential of the district. Businesses of all kinds were attracted to thetown and the young community worked together to obtain educational, social, medical and administrative facilities.

By 1917 the pioneers of the Kelly district realized that they needed a building to serve as a social and meeting placeand primarily for education of their children. They purchased asecond hand building in Cowell, dismantled it, transported it by ahorse team and re-built. This became the first public building inthe Kimba district. The following year approval was given for aschool to be opened with a Teacher-in-Charge. Miss Birchalltravelled by boat to Port Lincoln, train to Kimba then horse andbuggy to the family she was to board with. Equipment for the firstschool came by train from the White River School and theEducation Department paid rent to the Kelly Hall Committee. Thisschool served the community of Kelly until 1949.

Where an average of 6 to 8 students requiring enrolment waslikely to be sustained, and no hall to be rented, the EducationalDepartment provided a portable, prefabricated school building that could as readily be taken down and re-erectedelsewhere. One Teacher Schools were usually at least six miles apart, often on a corner at a cross road with not ahouse in sight and without any form of communications. The building was the teacher’s classroom, office, lunchroom,and lunchroom for all in unsuitable weather. The teacher programed for up to seven grades, planned lessons,prepared black-board schemes – and kept all the pupils busy all day, every day. Furnishings and other equipment werespartan, but adequate. Up until 1965 the 23 One Teacher Schools played a huge part for schooling and social activitiesin the Kimba District.

The Kimba School was opened with 21 students in 1919 in the Kimba Soldiers Memorial Hall. Many problems resultedfrom the dual use of the Hall with school, and social events. With increasing enrolments, approaches were made bythe Vigilance Committee to the Department to provide a new school for Kimba. In 1924 Kimba School, constructed ofDuck Pond Stone, was opened and the following year a second teacher was appointed.

In 1946 two more buildings were erected for the established secondary classes, after Kimba School gained HigherPrimary status. Several other portable buildings were added to the grounds to house therising number of students. By 1958 the enrolments were 304. The school was bursting at the seams and a new schoolwas to be built at a new site in anticipation of the school becoming an Area School.

Construction began in 1962 on the current site; thesecondary students moved in the following year and theschool was officially opened in 1964. Many working beessaw the development and transformation of the schoolgrounds to maintain the sporting tradition within theschool, a product of years of inter and intra-schoolmatches in both summer and winter sports and athletics.

In 1986 a transportable building was added to the groundsand opened as Kimba Area School Community Library. In2002 a new solid construction library was built, housingfour computers for students and two for public use.

Kimba’s history has always been influenced by seasons andworld markets, but most of all by the community working together. This aim, in keeping with the tradition andpioneering spirit of the district, has continued to grow education for students through events such as School Picnics,Station Trips, Come Out, Productions, Pedal Prix, Year Local History Projects and Sports Days.

KIMBA KIDS KAMPAIGN

We welcome another year of our Kimba Kids Kampaign,which is run through the Kimba Ladies HospitalAuxiliary. We ran this 3 years ago and raised over$14,000 which has been ear tagged to go towards thenew refurbishment of the palliative care suite at theHospital. This year we have 17 participants withfundraising well and truly underway.

Thank you to our 2018 participants:George and Lara Woolford, Oakley and SophieFitzgerald, Jax Arcus, Georgie Mayfield, PatrickFitzgerald, Luke Allen, Oscar Strauss, Stella Harris, EddieVillis, Bodhi Kemp, Fluer Clements, Monique Scott,Chase Everson and Lyla Allen.

The Kampaign is running from May through untilSeptember. There are many different ways to donate tothis cause. A photo board will be erected soon at localbusiness with money donation tins for each participant.

If you would like more info or would like to join ourworthy cause, contact Sarah Modystach or Toni Scott.

Welcome to our fresh new lookWe already operate under the HBT (Hardware &Building Traders) Buying Group, set up forindependent hardware retailers.This is a 100% Australian owned buying group andcurrently supports 640 members.Now we would like to introduce the new H Hardwarebrand; H Hardware branded products, pluscatalogues - Giving us better buying power

Get the right stuff ™

WE HAVE ALL YOUR HARDWARE COVEREDINCLUDING:Timber & Building Supplies ● Plumbing Supplies ● GardenProducts ● Electrical ● Tools ● Work & Safety Wear ● PaintSupplies ● Household ●Automotive ● Camping & Outdoor ●Roller Shutters/Blinds ● Doors/Windows ● Glass & Glazing●Giftware

EATTS TIMBER & HARDWARE38 High St, Kimba SA 5641PH: 0886272612Email: eattstimberhardware@outlook.com

Calendar of EventsJune 2 KDF & NC host Cowell

June 5 Kimba Community DevelopmentGroup 7.30pm, at GatewayHotel, All Welcome

June 15 Farming Businesses; EffectiveConversations Workshop, KimbaHotel, 9am. RSVP to Lisa Baldock0429955399

June 15-28 Rotary Men’s Wellness Campaign

June 19 Pt Augusta Vet visiting Kimba atRSL Clubrooms, appts on86424011

June 23 KDF & NC hosts Ports

June 27 Kimba Probus Club, 10am, KimbaHotel

July 31 Pt Augusta Vet visiting Kimba atRSL Clubrooms, appts on86424011

Aug 17 Variety Bash visits Kimba

Sept 22 Kimba Show

Sept30-Oct1 Kimba Pony Club hosts SA PonyClub State Championships

The Kimba Combined Probus Club

The Kimba Combined Probus Club meets on the fourthWednesday of the month in the Kimba Gateway Hotelat 10.00am. Enjoy a short business meeting, morningtea, and listen to an interesting guest speaker.

Probus clubs are non-political and non–Sectarian. Theyare non-profit making and non-fundraising.

You are welcome to attend and enjoy friendship,fellowship, and the interest that each meeting canoffer. The next meeting is on June 27th

President Jim Hamlyn

Middleback Road(Whyalla-Kimba dirtroad); Blast & Road

Closures - due to blasting over the next few weeks atIron Warrior (Iron Baron) there will be periods when theWhyalla – Kimba dirt road will be closed to traffic for 30-45 minutes. Signage and speed limits will be in placewith traffic control staff positioned at the road closurepoints. Any queries or to check dates and times prior totravel please phone: Lucas Supervisor – 0407 801 115

New Palliative Care Facilities for KimbaThe Kimba Hospital Ladies Auxiliary was fortunate toreceive a significant grant through the NationalRadioactive Waste Management Facility CommunityBenefit Program.

With this money, and monies raised through otherfundraising efforts, we are going to refurbish the oldexisting community nurses room and the existingdoctor’s surgery waiting room into a palliative caresuite. This will include a private lounge area, a smallkitchenette and 2 family friendly palliative care patientrooms.

We hope to have work commencing on this excitingproject within the next few months and believe it willprovide a long term benefit to the community of Kimbaand surrounding regions.

The Auxiliary extends their thanks to the NationalRadioactive Waste Management Facility Project for thechance to gain funds to make this project happen. Theproject, valued at $230,000 was the single biggest onefunded through the $2million Community BenefitsFund.

It’s your road and yours alone.Others may walk with you,

but no one can walk it for you

The next newsletter, published by the KimbaCommunity Development Group, will be out inearly August. All ads, items, dates etc would be

appreciated by late July.Please forward to heather.baldock@bigpond.com

or PO box 460, Kimba

Community Projects To Benefit From MortgageIntroducer Program

Next meeting is Tuesday June 5th 7.30pmat the Kimba Gateway Hotel. All Welcome.

Apologies or inquiries to Heather Baldock or Kerri Rayson

The Kimba Community Development Group (KCDG) has beenthe lucky recipient recently of just over $500 commission fromthe Group’s participation in the ANZ’s Home Loan IntroducerProgram. The Program is a fundraiser and the KCDG will bepaid a ‘one off’ upfront commission for customers we‘introduce’ who take out an ANZ Home Loan.The Group’s many thanks are extended to the ANZ customerswho completed the referral paperwork enabling us to share inthe bank’s commission.So how will this work for KCDG? If you, or any of your familyor friends anywhere in Australia take out an ANZ Home Loan atany branch, and complete the KCDG’s referral paperwork thenthe Group is eligible for the commission.The people who take out the home loan do not need to be localsor even members; they just need to complete the referral form.No personal details willbe known by theKCDG.If you know ofsomeone who isconsidering an ANZHome Loan please letone of the KCDGexecutive committeeknow (HeatherBaldock, Daryl Koch,Sharon Rodda) so wecan arrange thereferral paperwork andour community can bethe beneficiary of thecommission.

Merit Award – Best Presented AreaCongratulations

Ashleigh & Tim InglisA bimonthly acknowledgment organized by

Kimba Community Development Group,supported by KESAB

BFIG Projects UnderwayThe Buckleboo Farm Improvement Group (BFIG) hasbeen busy recently with various Research andDevelopment projects around the district.

The moisture probe project is underway with probes and weather stationsto be installed at Buckleboo, Pinkawillinie, Kelly, Waddikee & Kimba. Thesewill be installed in the next fortnight or so and information will be live soonafter for BFIG members.

The oaten hay variety trial has been planted on Trevor Cliff’s farm on theCleve Road. The trial consists of eight varieties replicated three times withthe aim of assessing current and soon to be released, varieties for bothyield and feed test qualities.

Background work has begun assessing market requirements and potentialsite locations in regards to the Multi User Grain Accumulation Centre.Community meetings will be arranged following seeding to outline thescope of the feasibility study and to seek input from the community.

Funding for the projects has come from various sources with the biggestcontributor being the Community Benefits Fund through the NationalRadioactive Waste Facility Project. The BFIG was successful in gaining justover $106,000 to support the implementation of the three projects.

For more info on these projects contact Andrew Baldock 0418820346.

TAFE Courses on EPFirst AidMonday June 18 at Wudinna & Monday June 4 at CleveProvide First Aid (HLTAID003) 9am -5pm $155 and CPR Refresher (HLTAID001)9am – 12noon $55 Register online at www.tafesa.edu.au short courses or phone1800 882 661.

Food SafetyMonday June 18 at Wudinna & Tuesday June 19 at Cleve; 10am-2pm $20

Fire Arms Safety TrainingSunday October 7 at Wudinna; prior to enrolment participants must have anapproval letter of clearance. At local police station complete SAPOL form PD303and have proof of identity, age and address via the 100 point system. Once youhave your approval letter from the Firearms Branch you can register with RegencyCampus on 8348 4335. There can be a 12 week wait for an approval letter.

Test & TagWednesday 27th June at Wudinna, 2 days 8.30am – 4.30pm $40In-service safety testing of electrical equipment. Students must complete onlinetheory component before attending workshop.

Low Voltage Rescue & Resuscitation RefresherCowell June 18, Whyalla June 13, Port Lincoln June 20, 21 & 221 day x 2 hours, $100

Learner Shearer CoursesWudinna August 27 to 31; contact Jackie Falland 8562 0525 orjackie.falland@tafesa.edu.au

For inquiries and assistance call the TAFE SA Info line on 1800 882 661,or the Wudinna Campus on 8680 2212, or Megan Cox on 0427 272 119

KIMBACOMMUNITYDEVELOPMENTGROUPINCMEMBERSHIPSARENOWDUEFORTHE18/19YEAR

The KCDG aims to encourage and facilitate economic growth in business and the community. Your membership offers financialand moral support of projects undertaken. Members are entitled to vote at all meetings and may receive copies of the minutes ifindicating on this slip.

Membership Rates: Family or Business (2 votes) $50, Single $30, Pensioner $20 (all GST incl)Please join us now – your membership will help our community.

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Please forward to Treasurer Sharon Rodda, PO Box 343, Kimba, 5641 or email: mbsmrodda@bigpond.comBANKING DETAILS: BSB 015 462 Acc 498943638 (Pls email confirmation to Sharon)

The Keep Australia Beautiful Tidy Towns Awards2018 were held in Barmera in early April.After winning the KESAB state title of Overall Winner of the 2017KESAB Sustainable Communities Award in December 2017,Kimba automatically became South Australia’s representative atthe National Tidy Towns Awards.Kimba’s National nomination covered 6 mandatory categories.The process included the written nomination and a 24 hour visitby the National judge to check out the various projects putforward.During the judge’s time here she met with reps from BFIG,Ambos, CFS, teachers & students, Council, CommunityDevelopment Group, & Mental Health & Wellbeing. She checkedout some of the key projects around the town, including the wastedepot and reclamation ponds, and the museum with the Work forDole and Grey Nomads Volunteer Programs.The national nomination was slightly different than the statenomination with different emphasis on some categories. It’scalled tidy towns however it’s much more than that. Two of thesix national categories are environmental and are looking forinnovative projects that are above and beyond normal businessas usual.

Kimba was the Joint Winner in the Environmental EducationCategory which featured mainly the Buckleboo FarmImprovement Group’s work. The Roora Walking trail also got amention along with Council’s educational sessions with kindy andschool students at their Waste Management & Recycling Depotand the Reclamation ponds, plus the School’s use of recyclingand their garden as environmental educational tools.

We received a High Commendation for the Community Actionand Wellbeing Category which included the Silo Art, the GreyNomads Volunteer Program, The Thing About Kimba shop localcampaign and Mental Health & Wellbeing Group.The Council’s waste management and various modes of recyclingto reduce landfill was the predominant program that saw us win ajoint High Commendation Award for Letter Prevention, WasteManagement & Resource Recovery.Kimba also jointly won a High Commendation Award in theEnvironmental Sustainability Category. The Buckleboo FarmImprovement Group’s initiatives shared this category with theCouncil’s water recycling schemes.The other two categories that made up part of the Overall Awardwere Young Legends, and Heritage & Culture. The OverallAustralian Winner was Smithton of Tasmania.