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The Border Watch : January 8th 2015
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4 NEWS City groups provide integrated support network IN BRIEF DRUG and Alcohol Services South Australia (DASSA) says it provides alcohol and other drugs counselling services in Mount Gambier as well as outreach services in other parts of the South East. In a statement provided by the agency, a spokesperson said South East residents could also access services through Life Without Barriers. The spokesperson said this was funded to provide alcohol and other drug treatment services in POLICE will host the city’s inaugural ice forum at the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre on February 12. Limestone Coast Police crime prevention section manager Sergeant Paul Scicluna said the forum was the first step in addressing the problem with a joint community focus. Mount Gambier and via telephone counselling throughout the region. “DASSA, Life Without Barriers, Uniting Communities and SA Health’s Rural and Remote Mental Health Services provide the South East with an integrated network of alcohol and other drug treatment, education and information services,” she said. The agency did not respond to questions regarding waiting times or claims over the lack of services in the region. Police to address ‘ice’ issues at community forum The forum will be attended by a leading ice expert, as well as drug and organised crime officers. Rotary Club of Mount Gambier West will sponsor the forum, organised by the region’s Drug Action Team. Parents, teenagers, sports teams, schools and the general community are encouraged to attend the forum. MOUNT GAMBIER STORE CATTLE MARKET Friday 9th January, 2015 at 11am (SA Time) 2000 STEERS A/C DORODONG (MWJ) 30 Ang steers, 9-11 mths, Pathfinder blood, weaned A/C PATIWILLIYA (MWJ) 100 Poll Her steers, 9-11 mths, Warrensville blood, weaned A/C SELKIRK EAST (LMK) 100 Ang /Sim/Limo x steers, weaned 6 in 1 Vac EU A/C SHILOH PARK (RWK) 50 Hereford steer Weaners A/C KENTISH & SONS (LMK) 100 Hfd steers, weaned 3 weeks 50 Ang /Ang x steers, weaned 3 weeks A/C WATERLOO (LMK) 50 Ang/ Ang x steers weaned 4 weeks A/C BRIDGEWATER PARK (MWJ) 15 Frs x steers, 16-18 mths, bucket reared A/C BRIDGEWATER PARK (MWJ) 10 Frs steers, 8-10 mths, bucket reared A/C DYCER NOMINEES (MWJ) 35 Ang steers, 9-10 mths, Pathfinder blood A/C ME & GY THOMPSON (MWJ) 25 Ang & Ang x steers, 8-10 mths Boonaroo blood A/C INVALOCH (LMK) 40 Hfd/ Hfd x steers CATTLE 2000 Canteen open, soft rubber flooring throughout A/C GREENHAM & COLLEY (MWJ) 30 Poll Her steers, EU, Warrensville blood A/C RUTHVEN (MWJ) 35 Ang steers, 8-10 mths, Boonaroo blood, weaned A/C D&N PEEL (MWJ) 50 Ang-Ang x steers 6-8 mths, weaned Granite Ridge blood A/C MIGIEDOO (LMK) 20 Hfd/Hfd x steers HEIFERS A/C INVALOCH (LMK) 40 Hfd/ Hfd x heifers A/C D & N Peel (MWJ) 50 Ang/ Ang x heifers 6-8 mths, weaned, Granite Ridge blood A/C SELKIRK EAST (LMK) 100 Ang/Sim/Limo x heifers, weaned, 6 in 1 vac, EU A/C KENTISH & SONS (LMK) 80 Hfd heifers, weaned 3 weeks 30 Ang/Ang x heifers, weaned 3 weeks A/C ME & GY THOMPSON (MWJ) 15 Ang heifers, 8-10 mths, Boonaroo blood A/C WATERLOO (LMK) 20 Hfd/Hfd x heifers, weaned 4 weeks A/C MIGIEDOO (LMK) 10 Hfd/Hfd x heifers 662507 MOUNT GAMBIER COMBINED AGENTS VISIT US ONLINE borderwatch.com.au CONCERNED: Member for Mount Gambier Troy Bell says one full-time resident drug and alcohol counsellor in the region cannot be enough to service demand. He has called on the State Government to allocate more funding given the rise in use of the methamphetamine known as “ice” in the city. Picture: SANDRA MORELLO Counsellor concerns Bell calls for substance abuse support increase From front page Mr Bell said the lack of drug and alcohol services was an issue regularly raised in the city’s court system. “To reduce the number of coun- sellors from four to one is just ridiculous - it is grossly under resourced and under-funded,” Mr Bell said. The Liberal backbencher said the issue of drug counselling services had been thrown into the spotlight given the rise in use of the amphetamine known as “ice” in the city. “Ice can potentially affect a broad section of our community - we need support,” Mr Bell said. He called on the community to be vigilant with their children and report suspected traffickers to police. “If people see things and have their suspicions they should call CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000,” he said. The MP hit out at the State Government for being city-centric and pooling its resources in Adelaide. Meanwhile, Life Without Barriers spokesperson Mary Cassidy said people who were self-referring were seen within a week in Mount Gambier. “Anyone self-referring is seen as a priority and if there is no availability they go to an emergency service so that they are always seen,” Ms Cassidy said. She said self-referring clients or those referred by a general practitioner or hospital were seen within a week or immediately. For other clients, Ms Cassidy Anyone self-referring is seen as a priority and if there is no availability they go to an emergency service so that they are always seen Life Without Barriers spokesperson Mary Cassidy said it was generally not any longer than a two week wait and there were no lengthy waiting times. Announcing some positive news, Ms Cassidy said Life Without Barriers had received funding for a part-time group counsellor for the South East. She said the group counsellor Phone 8725 6025 | 30 James Street www.shesapplessa.com.au | e: mtg@shesapplessa.com.au OPEN TIL 6.00PM WEEKDAYS, 7PM THURSDAY & 3.30PM SATURDAY 4 - The Border Watch, Thursday, January 8, 2015 This week’s special... 69c Kg On special until close of trade: December 13th. While stocks last. would work with people in the prison system and those who had been released into the community. Life Without Barriers offers a face-to-face service at 11 Wehl Street South in Mount Gambier. Those who live further away in areas such as Millicent who cannot visit the office can access telephone counselling on 0447 490 572 or 8725 8081. Lois Rose Smith is the Life Without Barriers alcohol and other drug clinician supporting the community through oneto-one support for people with addiction and requiring help. The service also includes sup- port for friends, family and carers of people with addiction to help them to care for and understand their loved ones better during difficult times. The service can also be reached by contacting Lois directly and booking an appointment. Alternatively, GPs can refer anyone in need to the service, as can hospitals and other community service providers in the area. As a clinician, Lois is a qualified registered nurse and has a number of years’ experience working with people with addiction and their families. SEEDLESS WATERMELON sweet & juicy! ALL our fruit & veg is 100% Australian Grown* (*Excludes Kiwi Fruit when unavailable) 659297
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