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The Border Watch : November 6th 2013
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6 NEWS Burn-off out of control A CONTROLLED burn near Caroline broke containment lines yesterday. The CFS warned the fi re caused smoke to be visible in the Mount Gambier, Donovans and Nelson areas, but did not threaten surrounding townships, although people with cardiac conditions were advised to stay indoors while residents were told to close doors and windows. For information about bushfi res, check the CFS website www.cfs.sa.gov.au or call the Bushfi re Information Hotline on 1300 362 361. VISIT US ONLINE borderwatch.com.au Charity tees-up golf day Foundation set to host annual fundraising event DO SA WDY SAM sam@tbw.com.au am@ AERIAL LINE INSPECTIONS 7AM TO 5PM SOUTH EAST ElectraNet, the owner and manager of South Australia’s electricity transmission network, will undertake the annual inspections of its overhead transmission lines, by helicopter, over the coming months to identify any potential issues. This will help reduce the possibility of supply interruptions, and ensure the safety of the public and the network. Flights are scheduled from 7am to 5pm, November to December, along all major transmission lines across the state. BORDERTOWN KEITH NARACOORTE PENOLA MOUNT GAMBIER MILLICENT SURROUNDING AREAS IN THE LOWER SOUTH EAST If you have any queries about the inspections, please contact: DAVID MANLEY 1800 243 853 electranet.com.au THE Make-A-Wish Foundation’s Mount Gambier branch will host its inaugural charity golf day at the Mount Gambier Golf Club Attamurra on Sunday. Teams of four men, women or mixed, and including at least one experienced golfer, will take to the greens for a shotgun start at 10.30am. Competing in a four ball ambrose style event, the $20 entry fee per person includes a continuous barbecue and afternoon tea. Anyone is welcome to gear up and spend their Sunday hitting a ball around the golf course to raise funds to grant memorable wishes to sick children. Mount Gambier branch volunteer Dick Hamson said the fundraiser was likely to be a fun event. “I’ve been told that golf days are usually rather popular and we’re aiming for a laid-back enjoyable day,” he said. “One of our volunteers will drive a drinks buggy throughout the day offering people refreshments on the course. “I think everyone will have a ball and every penny we raise gets us a step closer to granting a wish to a sick child.” Mr Hamson said it was important for the community to get behind events like this weekend’s fundraiser so the Make-A-Wish Foundation could continue its life-changing work. “People need to understand that without the generous support of the community we wouldn’t have the money to grant wishes,” he said. “It’s a great feeling being part of granting a sick child a wish. “It’s all about putting a smile on the face of a critically ill child.” A raffl e featuring the grand prize of a meal for two at Commodore on the Park, via limousine, will be drawn on the day. To register a team contact the Mount Gambier Golf Club on 8725 7739 or Chris Driscoll on 8724 9679. To become a volunteer with the Make-A-Wish Foundation contact Mr Hamson on 0488 082 956. DRIVING A CAUSE: Make-A-Wish Foundation Mount Gambier branch members Bev and Dick Hamson have urged people of all abilities to support the organisation’s charity golf day this weekend. Picture: SAM DOWDY CLASSIFIEDS FOR ITEMS UNDER $100 (see conditions below) CLASSIFIED FORM $ Ph: Name: ............................................................................................................................................................. Address: ....................................................................................................................................................... Phone: ............................................................................................................................................................ CONDITIONS: 1. Only one item per advertisement. (Single items only). 2. Advertisement copy must be lodged on this original form. Photocopies and facsimiles will not be accepted. 3. Price of item must be stated in the advertisement. (Total value of item for sale must be $100 or less). 4. Private sales only (not businesses). 5. Maximum of 12 words. 6. The free classifi ed form is valid for one insertion only. 7. Advertisements may be excluded at the discretion of the manager. 8. Forms to be lodged at The Border Watch for inclusion in the next available Tuesday issue. 9. Deadline is 10.00am Monday prior to publication. 10. Excludes pets, livestock, produce and plants. Drop forms into: The Border Watch 81 Commercial Street East, Mount Gambier Phone (08) 8724 1555 This classifi ed form is only valid for insertion into The Border Watch on Tuesday 12/11/13 618161 6 - The Border Watch, Wednesday, November 6, 2013 Baby earmuffs Especially designed to fi t small heads. Lightweight and comfortable for continuous use, and only weigh 175g. NOT JUST A SAFETY SHOP 118 Penola Road Mount Gambier Ph 8724 8011 www.mtgambiersafety.com.au ForestrySA steps up fi refi ghting capacity leading into summer From front page The training scenario provided fi re and emergency service representatives from both South Australia and Victoria with the opportunity to work with fire personnel across both sides of the border and become familiar with inter-state incident control facilities and cross-border incident management. Chief executive Adrian Hatch said ForestrySA’s annual training program was a crucial step in ensuring the organisation was prepared for the threat of bushfi re. “ForestrySA, in conjunction with the CFS and other agencies, is committed to fi re protection,” Mr Hatch said. “Preparation is key - we must be ready to protect our assets and the local community when fire strikes.” Interest rates held THE Reserve Bank of Australia kept interest rates on hold at 2.5pc yesterday for the third consecutive month following the August rate cut that saw rates reduced to a 53-year low. The RBA decision comes as the National Farmers’ Federation released its Agribusiness Loan Monitor for October, which showed all lenders mirrored the RBA’s decision to keep rates on hold after all dropping rates by 0.25 basis points from August to September. NFF president Duncan Fraser said it was positive and rare to see that all lenders had passed on the RBA’s August rate cut in full. Free 625943
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