Date: July 2nd 2010

Westprint Friday Five July 2, 2010

 

Included this week:

·    Desert Symposium

·    Castle Rock Walk Trail and Summit Closure in Porongurup National Park .

·    Basin Bullet

 

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Friday Five 02.07.2010

1. More Great Australian Flying Doctor Stories  Bill Marsh. Since its beginnings with the Reverend John Flynn in 1928, the RFDS has helped build a nation. Its many pilots, doctors, nurses and support staff still risk their lives daily to save others. They, and the remote stations and communities that they serve, have become enduring symbols of what it means to be Australian. Bill "Swampy" Marsh has gathered together another fascinating swag of first-hand stories from all walks of life, capturing the larrikin voices retelling the wonderful, frightening, hilarious, tragic and poignant true stories before the tales and the tellers vanish into the mists of time. $34.95 plus post. Add to Cart 

2. Australia’s Top 4WD Getaways  Wherever you live, there’s a tour to suit you – whether it’s an extended weekend offering some challenging four-wheel-driving or an easily accessible family trip. Now you can just pack the car, head off and explore Australia ’s most exciting off-road tracks and trails. $39.95 plus post. Add to Cart  

3. Cocos Islands Mutiny (The) Through extensive research the author has uncovered an extraordinary story, one the military has sought to keep secret. While the battle of the Coral Sea raged, gunners of the Ceylon garrison Artillery on the Cocos Islands attempted to arrest their British commanding officer and compel him to surrender to the Japanese. One soldier was killed and another wounded, but the mutiny failed and seven men were condemned to death. Ultimately three soldiers were hung; becoming the only Commonwealth troops to be executed for mutiny in World War 2. 248pp. $24.95 plus post. Add to Cart  

4. Jillaroo  Rachael Treasure. After a terrible argument with her father over their family property, 'Waters Meeting', Rebecca Saunders throws her swag in the ute and heads north with her three dogs. A job as a jillaroo takes her into the rowdy world of B&S balls, Bundy rum and boys. When she at last settles down to a bit of study at agricultural college, her life is turned upside down by the very handsome but very drunken party animal Charlie Lewis. Will she choose a life of wheat farming on vast open plains with Charlie? Or will she return to the mountains, to fight for the land and the river that runs through her soul? It's only when tragedy shatters her world that Rebecca finds a strength and courage she never knew she had, in this action packed novel of adventure, dreams and determination. $24.95 plus post. Add to Cart 

5. Babes in the Bush  The Making of an Australian Image. Kim Torney. A powerful exploration of the making of a uniquely Australian image - the image of a child lost in the bush. Stories of children lost in the bush, along with drought, fires and floods, became central to many Australian colonial experiences. This cultural legacy remains to this day, and is one of the few experiences modern Australians share with their colonial past. $35.00 plus post. Add to Cart

 

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Friday Forum

Jo’s comments are in green.  

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Please note that the opinions and articles included in the Friday Five are not necessarily those of the Westprint mob. Nor do we endorse any products (other than our own), or tours listed in contributed articles.  

Please take care of our tracks

·    I have arrived back from an enjoyable couple of weeks in Victoria . Whilst travelling the Milmed track it was extremely disappointing to see that some people have no regard to conservation and track care. In a number of places where it had been muddy you could see where a number of vehicles had been doing “donuts” and deliberating skidding and sliding all over the tracks. We had been on muddy tracks in Murray Sunset and were careful to not damage the track, by keeping speed down and staying on the centre etc. These irresponsible persons would be the first to complain when the tracks are closed by the relevant land managers. Maybe a note in Friday Five to remind persons about how to behave and drive on muddy tracks would be appropriate. Apart from this we enjoyed our visit. Graham

This is our back yard and we would hate to see it closed to everyone. I just don’t know how to get the minority to stop spoiling it for the majority.

Notes from the West.

Castle Rock Walk Trail and Summit Closure in Porongurup National Park . The Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC) wishes to advise that due to unforeseen construction delays beyond DEC's control, the Castle Rock walk trail and summit closure within Porongurup National Park will be extended through to 30 October 2010. This closure applies to all park visitors.  Access to Castle Rock Picnic Area, Tree-in-the-Rock picnic area, Nancy-Hayward Peak Circuit, Devils Slide and Wansbrough walk remain open. For further information contact the DEC Albany (08) 9842 4500.

Invitation

4th Desert Knowledge Symposium and Business Showcase

Date: Monday 8 November to Thursday 11 November 2010

Where: Alice Springs Convention Centre

http://www.desertknowledgesymposium.com/eoi.asp  

There are critical issues that confront desert Australia – issues that affect Aboriginal and other Australians and these will be explored in the Symposium. The failure of short-term, piecemeal ‘solutions’ has become obvious and the national awareness of these unresolved challenges is heightened. New ‘whole system’ approaches are needed.

The 4th Desert Knowledge Symposium and Business Showcase is an intercultural forum where Aboriginal and other perspectives will be actively engaged and explored. The symposium aims to carefully consider the whole picture and bring Aboriginal and other voices together, and begin to forge an intercultural approach to shared challenges and realising the many opportunities available to desert people, communities and the nation.

The 4th Desert Knowledge Symposium and Business Showcase aims to tackle the hard questions in an open and intercultural way and that brings together people from many perspectives. As a result a wide range of individuals and businesses will participate and the residual outcomes will be long-lasting. The Business Showcase will celebrate the variety of expertise from across the Outback providing opportunities to find business partners, share information and build business networks. The 4th Desert Knowledge Symposium and Business Showcase is hosted by a unique consortium of organizations who not only bring their particular sets of expertise and perspective, but will also draw on their considerable national and international networks to ensure its success.

John Huigen
Chair, 4th Desert Knowledge Symposium and Business Showcase  

Information Wanted Cape York  

·    Could you tell me if it's sensible to arrange a trip to the tip of the cape in early November? Ron  

Information Wanted Savannah Way

We are considering touring the Savannah Way from Cairns to Katherine in a Pajero towing a 16 Ft Supreme Caravan (not off road). The road Cairns/Ravenshoe Georgetown / Croydon/Normanton appears to be sealed. We intend going to Karumba, and travelling on the Normanton railway. From Burketown/Hellsgate/Roper Bar to Katherine appears unsealed? The alternative, we could travel through Daly Waters to the Stuart Highway .

Look forward to your comments. Alan & Barbara  

Basin Bullet

The June edition of the Bullet is now available. This edition includes Exploring the Basin - Part III - the Prussian, the Irishman and the Pom. To get a copy email info@dcq.org.au

Paper versus Digital  

·    RE paper vs. GPS maps: There is room for both. I use an in-car GPS with the same maps on it as the paper maps I also carry. This enables me or my navigator to compare the screen with the paper map, very rapidly giving a broad picture of our position as well as the limited view on the screen.  This beats the daylights out of obtaining map co-ordinates from the GPS and then re-plotting them on the paper map.  

PS: We’ve just been up to Lake Eyre and the Cooper. It’s like Bourke Street up there at the moment but it’s a once in 20 year event not to be missed. The Lake is almost full with more water to come. One tip – the punt over the Cooper (150-odd km from Marree) only takes vehicles up to 6 metres long so it is not possible to travel the full length of the Birdsville track with any sort of trailer. It’s worth driving to the punt just to see it in action, though – whichever end of the track you start from. Tony. Kyneton  

Friday Funnies

A WOMAN'S WEEK AT THE GYM

This is dedicated to everyone who ever attempted to get into a regular workout routine.

Dear Diary, For my birthday this year, I purchased a week of personal training at the local health club. Although I am still in great shape since being a high school football cheerleader 43 years ago, I decided it would be a good idea to go ahead and give it a try.I called the club and made my reservations with a personal trainer named Christo, who identified himself as a 26-year-old aerobics instructor and model for athletic clothing and swim wear. Friends seemed pleased with my enthusiasm to get started! The club encouraged me to keep a diary to chart my progress

MONDAY: Started my day at 6:00 am . Tough to get out of bed, but found it was well worth it when I arrived at the health club to find Christo waiting for me. He is something of a Greek god-- with blond hair, dancing eyes, and a dazzling white smile. Woo Hoo!!

Christo gave me a tour and showed me the machines. He was encouraging as I did my sit-ups, although my gut was already aching from holding it in the whole time he was around.
This is going to be a FANTASTIC week!!

TUESDAY: I drank a whole pot of coffee, but I finally made it out the door. Christo made me lie on my back and push a heavy iron bar into the air then he put weights on it! My legs were a little wobbly on the treadmill, but I made the full mile. His rewarding smile made it all worthwhile. I feel GREAT! It's a whole new life for me.

WEDNESDAY: The only way I can brush my teeth is by laying the toothbrush on the counter and moving my mouth back and forth over it. I believe I have a hernia in both pectorals. Driving was OK as long as I didn't try to steer or stop. I parked on top of a Merc in the club parking lot. Christo was impatient with me, insisting that my screams bothered other club members. His voice is a little too perky for that early in the morning and when he scolds, he gets this nasally whine that is VERY annoying. My chest hurt when I got on the treadmill, so Christo put me on the stair monster. Why would anyone invent a machine to simulate an activity rendered obsolete by elevators? Christo told me it would help me get in shape and enjoy life. He said some other garbage too.

THURSDAY: Christo was waiting for me with his vampire-like teeth exposed as his thin, cruel lips were pulled back in a full snarl. I couldn't help being a half an hour late - it took me that long to tie my shoes. He took me to work out with dumbbells. When he wasn’t looking, I ran and hid in the restroom. He sent some skinny woman in to find me. Then, as punishment, he put me on the rowing machine - which I sank.

FRIDAY: I hate Christo more than any human being has ever hated any other human being in the history of the world. Stupid, skinny, anaemic, anorexic, little aerobic instructor. If there was a part of my body I could move without unbearable pain, I would beat him with it. Christo wanted me to work on my triceps. I don't have any triceps! And if you don't want dents in the floor, don't hand me the barbells or anything that weighs more than a sandwich. The treadmill flung me off and I landed on a health and nutrition teacher. Why couldn't it have been someone softer, like the drama coach or the choir director?

SATURDAY: Satan left a message on my answering machine in his grating, shrilly voice wondering why I did not show up today. Just hearing his voice made me want to smash the machine with my planner; however, I lacked the strength to even use the TV remote and ended up catching eleven straight hours of the Weather Channel.

SUNDAY: I'm having the Church van pick me up for services today so I can go and thank GOD that this week is over. I will also pray that next year my husband will choose a gift for me that is fun - like a root canal or a hysterectomy. I still say if God had wanted me to bend over, he would have sprinkled the floor with diamonds!!!

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