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The Border Watch : November 1st 2013
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2 NEWS VISIT US ONLINE borderwatch.com.au Workers look back on Old Past employees reminisce before demolition MORELLO SANDRA M S sandra@tbw.com.au sa COMMUNITY UPROAR: The community rallied to save the original dolomite hospital, which was fi nally demolished in the early 1970s. Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library WITH the demolition of the old Mount Gambier hospital potentially just two weeks away, dozens of former staff members have reminisced at the foothill of the towering depilated structure that has been a feature of the city’s skyline for more than 50 years. Scattered in the group of proud former staff members were the hospital’s fi rst chief executive offi cer, the director of nursing and orderlies, supply and pharmacy staff and tutors, clerical, cleaning, palliative care, volunteers and maintenance workers. NAB <branch name> I67 H Bhivr Local people. Expert advice. We have a team of experts who can help you with ✓ <small business needs> ✓ <financial planning> ✓ <Defence Force lending> ✓ <agribusiness> ✓ <insurance> ✓ <home loans> ✓ <credit cards> ✓ <everyday banking> ✓ <personal loans> ✓ <investment lending> CrGrqvt DrrGrqvt 8 rqv8h q Qr hyGh @r qh7hxvt D hpr AvhpvhyQyhvt So whatever it is you’re looking for, you don’t have to go far for advice. Drop in and see <Branch manager name> and the team today. Tuhrr vv ryxvts q uhrtsh s hqvpr uvhqrrHhurWvhtyvh hqurrhqh NAB <branch name> <branch address 1> <branch address 2> <branch phone number> I67 H Bhivr 8r pvhy T rr Xr H Bhivr T6 $!( ' '&!% ""(& ©2013 National Australia Bank Limited ABN 12 004 044 937 AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 230686 76996A0613 HISTORIC GEM: The original hospital that stood proudly on the Lake Terrace West site. The striking building was opened in 1869. Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library PROGRAMME MAINTENANCE WITH THE POWER OF EASYROAD POWERSTAR ON THE EASYROAD FROM JUST 7.0 CENTS PER KM* For a strictly limited time, when you buy a new IVECO Powerstar Cursor you can join the EasyRoad programme, our comprehensive service and maintenance package including 24 hour roadside assistance, from just 7.0 cents per km. So, while you’re powering through the tough jobs in your Aussie built workhorse, you can rest assured that your IVECO nvest tment is protected with one of the most competitive programme maintenance contracts around. Call your local IVECO specialist Gary Fewins 0418 854 229 iveco.com.au OGR TRUCKS _____|_____ 203 JUB I L EE HWY WE S T, MT GAMB I E R _____|_____ PHONE 872 5 79 9 9 * To be eligible for this offer, all orders must be taken between October 1 and December 31 2013 and paid for and delivered by March 31st 2014. Cents per kilometre figure is not inclusive of GST and is quoted for Powerstar with Cursor engine only. Other Powerstar models will attract a higher rate per km. This offer is not available on Powerstar 7800 and excludes all government and major fleet customers. Terms, some exclusions and conditions apply. Please see your local IVECO Dealer for a full set of terms and conditions. 2 - The Border Watch, Friday, November 1, 2013 While it has been sitting empty for many years, former staff members this week shared their fond memories of the old hospital that has played a key role in their professional and social lives. Importantly, there was also a handful of people present who have worked at all three Mount Gambier hospitals, including the grand dolomite facility that was sadly demolished. With a high reach excavator now nestled in the front of the site and demolition workers combing the site for the last remaining asbestos material, it was a rare gathering of former personnel MASSIVE BUILDING: The construction of the six storey Mount Gambier Hospital on Lake Terrace West. who once walked the vast corridors of the six-storey building. The looming demolition will see any reminders of the site - which has housed a hospital since 1869 - erased from the landscape, apart from an old sign and the refurbished laundry building. With nostalgia thick in the air and memories still engrained in people’ who was the fi offi - said the hospital would always hold a special place in his heart and the city’ NEWS VISIT US ONLINE borderwatch.com.au Workers look back on Old Past employees reminisce before demolition MORELLO SANDRA M S sandra@tbw.com.au sa COMMUNITY UPROAR: The community rallied to save the original dolomite hospital, which was fi nally demolished in the early 1970s. Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library WITH the demolition of the old Mount Gambier hospital potentially just two weeks away, dozens of former staff members have reminisced at the foothill of the towering depilated structure that has been a feature of the city’s skyline for more than 50 years. Scattered in the group of proud former staff members were the hospital’s fi rst chief executive offi cer, the director of nursing and orderlies, supply and pharmacy staff and tutors, clerical, cleaning, palliative care, volunteers and maintenance workers. NAB <branch name> I67 H Bhivr Local people. Expert advice. We have a team of experts who can help you with ✓ <small business needs> ✓ <financial planning> ✓ <Defence Force lending> ✓ <agribusiness> ✓ <insurance> ✓ <home loans> ✓ <credit cards> ✓ <everyday banking> ✓ <personal loans> ✓ <investment lending> CrGrqvt DrrGrqvt 8 rqv8h q Qr hyGh @r qh7hxvt D hpr AvhpvhyQyhvt So whatever it is you’re looking for, you don’t have to go far for advice. Drop in and see <Branch manager name> and the team today. Tuhrr vv ryxvts q uhrtsh s hqvpr uvhqrrHhurWvhtyvh hqurrhqh NAB <branch name> <branch address 1> <branch address 2> <branch phone number> I67 H Bhivr 8r pvhy T rr Xr H Bhivr T6 $!( ' '&!% ""(& ©2013 National Australia Bank Limited ABN 12 004 044 937 AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 230686 76996A0613 HISTORIC GEM: The original hospital that stood proudly on the Lake Terrace West site. The striking building was opened in 1869. Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library PROGRAMME MAINTENANCE WITH THE POWER OF EASYROAD POWERSTAR ON THE EASYROAD FROM JUST 7.0 CENTS PER KM* For a strictly limited time, when you buy a new IVECO Powerstar Cursor you can join the EasyRoad programme, our comprehensive service and maintenance package including 24 hour roadside assistance, from just 7.0 cents per km. So, while you’re powering through the tough jobs in your Aussie built workhorse, you can rest assured that your IVECO nvest tment is protected with one of the most competitive programme maintenance contracts around. Call your local IVECO specialist Gary Fewins 0418 854 229 iveco.com.au OGR TRUCKS _____|_____ 203 JUB I L EE HWY WE S T, MT GAMB I E R _____|_____ PHONE 872 5 79 9 9 * To be eligible for this offer, all orders must be taken between October 1 and December 31 2013 and paid for and delivered by March 31st 2014. Cents per kilometre figure is not inclusive of GST and is quoted for Powerstar with Cursor engine only. Other Powerstar models will attract a higher rate per km. This offer is not available on Powerstar 7800 and excludes all government and major fleet customers. Terms, some exclusions and conditions apply. Please see your local IVECO Dealer for a full set of terms and conditions. 2 - The Border Watch, Friday, November 1, 2013 While it has been sitting empty for many years, former staff members this week shared their fond memories of the old hospital that has played a key role in their professional and social lives. Importantly, there was also a handful of people present who have worked at all three Mount Gambier hospitals, including the grand dolomite facility that was sadly demolished. With a high reach excavator now nestled in the front of the site and demolition workers combing the site for the last remaining asbestos material, it was a rare gathering of former personnel MASSIVE BUILDING: The construction of the six storey Mount Gambier Hospital on Lake Terrace West. who once walked the vast cor- ridors of the six-storey building. The looming demolition will see any reminders of the site - which has housed a hospital since 1869 - erased from the landscape, apart from an old sign and the refurbished laundry building. With nostalgia thick in the air and memories still engrained in people’ who was the fi offi - said the hospital would always hold a special place in his heart and the city’ he he explained the importance of the hospital was not particularly about its bricks and mortar, but the camaraderie among the staff members who worked across the sprawling site. He said the hospital had 350 staff members and accommodated 110 patients during his administrating reign in WS VISIT US ONLINE borderwatch.com.au Workers look back on Old Past employees reminisce before demolition MORELLO SANDRA M S sandra@tbw.com.au sa COMMUNITY UPROAR: The community rallied to save the original dolomite hospital, which was fi nally demolished in the early 1970s. Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library WITH the demolition of the old Mount Gambier hospital potentially just two weeks away, dozens of former staff members have reminisced at the foothill of the towering depilated structure that has been a feature of the city’s skyline for more than 50 years. Scattered in the group of proud former staff members were the hospital’s fi rst chief executive offi cer, the director of nursing and orderlies, supply and pharmacy staff and tutors, clerical, cleaning, palliative care, volunteers and maintenance workers. NAB <branch name> I67 H Bhivr Local people. Expert advice. We have a team of experts who can help you with ✓ <small business needs> ✓ <financial planning> ✓ <Defence Force lending> ✓ <agribusiness> ✓ <insurance> ✓ <home loans> ✓ <credit cards> ✓ <everyday banking> ✓ <personal loans> ✓ <investment lending> CrGrqvt DrrGrqvt 8 rqv8h q Qr hyGh @r qh7hxvt D hpr AvhpvhyQyhvt So whatever it is you’re looking for, you don’t have to go far for advice. Drop in and see <Branch manager name> and the team today. Tuhrr vv ryxvts q uhrtsh s hqvpr uvhqrrHhurWvhtyvh hqurrhqh NAB <branch name> <branch address 1> <branch address 2> <branch phone number> I67 H Bhivr 8r pvhy T rr Xr H Bhivr T6 $!( ' '&!% ""(& ©2013 National Australia Bank Limited ABN 12 004 044 937 AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 230686 76996A0613 HISTORIC GEM: The original hospital that stood proudly on the Lake Terrace West site. The striking building was opened in 1869. Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library PROGRAMME MAINTENANCE WITH THE POWER OF EASYROAD POWERSTAR ON THE EASYROAD FROM JUST 7.0 CENTS PER KM* For a strictly limited time, when you buy a new IVECO Powerstar Cursor you can join the EasyRoad programme, our comprehensive service and maintenance package including 24 hour roadside assistance, from just 7.0 cents per km. So, while you’re powering through the tough jobs in your Aussie built workhorse, you can rest assured that your IVECO nvest tment is protected with one of the most competitive programme maintenance contracts around. Call your local IVECO specialist Gary Fewins 0418 854 229 iveco.com.au OGR TRUCKS _____|_____ 203 JUB I L EE HWY WE S T, MT GAMB I E R _____|_____ PHONE 872 5 79 9 9 * To be eligible for this offer, all orders must be taken between October 1 and December 31 2013 and paid for and delivered by March 31st 2014. Cents per kilometre figure is not inclusive of GST and is quoted for Powerstar with Cursor engine only. Other Powerstar models will attract a higher rate per km. This offer is not available on Powerstar 7800 and excludes all government and major fleet customers. Terms, some exclusions and conditions apply. Please see your local IVECO Dealer for a full set of terms and conditions. 2 - The Border Watch, Friday, November 1, 2013 While it has been sitting empty for many years, former staff members this week shared their fond memories of the old hospital that has played a key role in their professional and social lives. Importantly, there was also a handful of people present who have worked at all three Mount Gambier hospitals, including the grand dolomite facility that was sadly demolished. With a high reach excavator now nestled in the front of the site and demolition workers combing the site for the last remaining asbestos material, it was a rare gathering of former personnel MASSIVE BUILDING: The construction of the six storey Mount Gambier Hospital on Lake Terrace West. who once walked the vast cor- ridors of the six-storey building. The looming demolition will see any reminders of the site - which has housed a hospital since 1869 - erased from the landscape, apart from an old sign and the refurbished laundry building. With nostalgia thick in the air and memories still engrained in people’ who was the fi offi - said the hospital would always hold a special place in his heart and the city’ he explained the importance of the hospital was not particularly about its bricks and mortar, but the camaraderie among the staff members who worked across the sprawling site. He said the hospital had 350 staff members and accommodated 110 patients during his administrating reign in “The “The staff at the hospital was like a tight-knit com,” Mr Bown NEWS VISIT US ONLINE borderwatch.com.au Workers look back on Old Past employees reminisce before demolition MORELLO SANDRA M S sandra@tbw.com.au sa COMMUNITY UPROAR: The community rallied to save the original dolomite hospital, which was fi nally demolished in the early 1970s. Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library WITH the demolition of the old Mount Gambier hospital potentially just two weeks away, dozens of former staff members have reminisced at the foothill of the towering depilated structure that has been a feature of the city’s skyline for more than 50 years. Scattered in the group of proud former staff members were the hospital’s fi rst chief executive offi cer, the director of nursing and orderlies, supply and pharmacy staff and tutors, clerical, cleaning, palliative care, volunteers and maintenance workers. NAB <branch name> I67 H Bhivr Local people. Expert advice. We have a team of experts who can help you with ✓ <small business needs> ✓ <financial planning> ✓ <Defence Force lending> ✓ <agribusiness> ✓ <insurance> ✓ <home loans> ✓ <credit cards> ✓ <everyday banking> ✓ <personal loans> ✓ <investment lending> CrGrqvt DrrGrqvt 8 rqv8h q Qr hyGh @r qh7hxvt D hpr AvhpvhyQyhvt So whatever it is you’re looking for, you don’t have to go far for advice. Drop in and see <Branch manager name> and the team today. Tuhrr vv ryxvts q uhrtsh s hqvpr uvhqrrHhurWvhtyvh hqurrhqh NAB <branch name> <branch address 1> <branch address 2> <branch phone number> I67 H Bhivr 8r pvhy T rr Xr H Bhivr T6 $!( ' '&!% ""(& ©2013 National Australia Bank Limited ABN 12 004 044 937 AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 230686 76996A0613 HISTORIC GEM: The original hospital that stood proudly on the Lake Terrace West site. The striking building was opened in 1869. Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library PROGRAMME MAINTENANCE WITH THE POWER OF EASYROAD POWERSTAR ON THE EASYROAD FROM JUST 7.0 CENTS PER KM* For a strictly limited time, when you buy a new IVECO Powerstar Cursor you can join the EasyRoad programme, our comprehensive service and maintenance package including 24 hour roadside assistance, from just 7.0 cents per km. So, while you’re powering through the tough jobs in your Aussie built workhorse, you can rest assured that your IVECO nvest tment is protected with one of the most competitive programme maintenance contracts around. Call your local IVECO specialist Gary Fewins 0418 854 229 iveco.com.au OGR TRUCKS _____|_____ 203 JUB I L EE HWY WE S T, MT GAMB I E R _____|_____ PHONE 872 5 79 9 9 * To be eligible for this offer, all orders must be taken between October 1 and December 31 2013 and paid for and delivered by March 31st 2014. Cents per kilometre figure is not inclusive of GST and is quoted for Powerstar with Cursor engine only. Other Powerstar models will attract a higher rate per km. This offer is not available on Powerstar 7800 and excludes all government and major fleet customers. Terms, some exclusions and conditions apply. Please see your local IVECO Dealer for a full set of terms and conditions. 2 - The Border Watch, Friday, November 1, 2013 While it has been sitting empty for many years, former staff members this week shared their fond memories of the old hospital that has played a key role in their professional and social lives. Importantly, there was also a handful of people present who have worked at all three Mount Gambier hospitals, including the grand dolomite facility that was sadly demolished. With a high reach excavator now nestled in the front of the site and demolition workers combing the site for the last remaining asbestos material, it was a rare gathering of former personnel MASSIVE BUILDING: The construction of the six storey Mount Gambier Hospital on Lake Terrace West. who once walked the vast cor- ridors of the six-storey building. The looming demolition will see any reminders of the site - which has housed a hospital since 1869 - erased from the landscape, apart from an old sign and the refurbished laundry building. With nostalgia thick in the air and memories still engrained in people’ who was the fi offi - said the hospital would always hold a special place in his heart and the city’ he explained the importance of the hospital was not particularly about its bricks and mortar, but the camaraderie among the staff members who worked across the sprawling site. He said the hospital had 350 staff members and accommodated 110 patients during his administrating reign in “The staff at the hospital was like a tight-knit com- ,” Mr Bown He He said the hospi- Picture courtesy of the Mount Gambier Library tal was the biggest employer in Mount Gambier at the time. While the hospital was a much-loved site for many years, he said the government deemed remodeling the site as neither cost effective nor achievable on the land-locked site. “It would have cost more to upgrade it than to build a new one,” he said. Mr Bown said the building was also riddled with asbestos. But he said it was a tragedy to see the original dolomite hospital demolished at the site, which triggered a huge community outcry. 632518 IVECO49863_100x262
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