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The South Eastern Times : March 31st 2015
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EDITORIAL 6 OPINION THE arts and culture shape and reflect our society in profoundly important ways. As displayed at the Rotary Photographic Art Show, photography can transcend generations and culture. Photography has a unique way of speaking in a common language to everyone, bridging people of different backgrounds together with a single image. Photography goes far beyond the mere physical realm. It captures the moment, but also encourages reflection and analysis. Activities such as photo walks, workshops and exhibitions are some of the effective ways to stimulate creative energy among people who share a common interest. These experiences not only promote knowledge, appreciation and practice of the arts, but play a part in a collective experience that will not be forgotten. While the photographic art show facilitates creative expression, it also has an equally important role in empowering both participants and audiences. Today’s digital environment has opened up a widespread availability and ease of owning a camera. The rare advantage of being a portable medium means that virtually everyone is able to capture their view of the world. Photography can document the world around us, immortalising people and places and capture the beautiful moments that nature provides. The end result are short-lived legacies of the life we have led. There is much to be gained from sustained patronage of the arts, including increased social capital and community cohesion. Most importantly, it provides a platform for the community’s youngest members to showcase their unique view of the imperfect and beautiful world we live in. Congratulations to not only winners of the annual photographic show, but also to those brave enough to enter. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Diagnosis a reminder not to be complacent ‘Minority’ views IAL 6 OPINION THE arts and culture shape and reflect our society in profoundly important ways. As displayed at the Rotary Photographic Art Show, photography can transcend generations and culture. Photography has a unique way of speaking in a common language to everyone, bridging people of different backgrounds together with a single image. Photography goes far beyond the mere physical realm. It captures the moment, but also encourages reflection and analysis. Activities such as photo walks, workshops and exhibitions are some of the effective ways to stimulate creative energy among people who share a common interest. These experiences not only promote knowledge, appreciation and practice of the arts, but play a part in a collective experience that will not be forgotten. While the photographic art show facilitates creative expression, it also has an equally important role in empowering both participants and audiences. Today’s digital environment has opened up a widespread availability and ease of owning a camera. The rare advantage of being a portable medium means that virtually everyone is able to capture their view of the world. Photography can document the world around us, immortalising people and places and capture the beautiful moments that nature provides. The end result are short-lived legacies of the life we have led. There is much to be gained from sustained patronage of the arts, including increased social capital and community cohesion. Most importantly, it provides a platform for the community’s youngest members to showcase their unique view of the imperfect and beautiful world we live in. Congratulations to not only winners of the annual photographic show, but also to those brave enough to enter. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Diagnosis a reminder not to be complacent ‘Minority’ views HERE’S HERE’S A THOUGHT AGLE R EA ABN: 65 007 614851 Published: Tuesday & Thursday Deadlines: Displays: 10am 2 days prior to publication Classifieds: 11am day prior to publication Copy: 5pm 2 days prior to publication General Manager: Robin Reid Email: robin.reid@tbw.com.au Advertising: Katherine Taylor Email: ads@setimes.com.au Advertising Manager: Dennis Jackson Phone: 8724 1535, Email: dennis@tbw.com.au Editor: Jason Wallace Email: editor@setimes.com.au Administration: Caroline Hammat Email: admin@setimes.com.au Responsibility for editorial comment is taken by Jason Wallace, 81 Commercial Street East Mount Gambier The SE Times proudly uses 100% recycled paper Send your news tips and contributions to: journo1@setimes.com.au Published by The Border Watch Pty Ltd ABN: 78 007 828 819 Registered office: 42 Davenport Street, Millicent SA 5280 Postal address: PO Box 22, Millicent SA 5280 Telephone: (08) 8733 3755 Fax: (08) 8733 4341 Business Hours: 8.30am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday Proud Member of the Audited by the Australian Bureau of Circulation 598996 6 - The South Eastern Times, Tuesday, March 31, 2015 www.thesoutheasterntimes.com.au OMOIRA N IT has been a number of years since I have been back to my breast specialist, Bill McLeay, for a check-up. A friend’s recent diagnosis of breast cancer has been a brutal reminder to me not to be complacent. Bill still comes to Millicent, so I organised an appointment. He is a very business-like man and an excellent practitioner. He can be a little too business-like at times and in such instances I have learnt to play the same game back to him. I have a lot of time and respect for him. I always seem to be in a mad rush leading up to the time of my invariably evening appointment timeslot. This time was no different. I had raced around trying to do a number of things prior. Then I’m in the car driving to the hospital and my mind trips to “what if he finds something. I’m not prepared for such a blast.” When would I ever be? In the upstairs waiting room, I sit and try to calm myself. Another disturbing aspect arises in my mind. My appointment is at 5.30pm and there are a number of other local women who are going through the same exercise as I. It is an odd situation. We know each other, but do not wish to delve into personal affairs. Conversation is rather stilted. It’s my turn, and Bill and I briskly walk to the consulting room. “How are you, Bill?” “Busy, very busy,” is his no-nonsense reply. Well, that’s not good news for women. He finds my referral, does the check and, thankfully, tells me that all is good. “Don’t come back unless you have a concern or another friend is diagnosed and your calm escapes,” he said. I happily bid him farewell. In the meantime, another couple of women have arrived and are waiting their turn. I ENJOY reading the “Times” and Moira Neagle touches on some interesting ideas, but on this occasion (The South Eastern Times, March 24) her Labor ideologies for this part of Australia are not the views of the majority of people who live here. We do have a Liberal Party member in the state and federal parliament. I think Tony Abbot would not have got his money’s worth if he had paid Moira $85 to have dinner with him. He listens to Bill Shorten every parliamentary sitting for free. I believe, once again third hand, the dinner at the Barn was a terrific night. Depends to whom you talk, Moira. It would be good if The South Eastern Times could find a Liberal journalist to contribute articles occasionally. Oh! I forgot that journalists with Liberal views are hard to find. I do watch the ABC. Christina Mowbray, STREET SWEEPER What is your opinion of seaweed harvesting in the south east? Laurie Davies rendelsham I think it is good because of its natural properties and health benefits. CamiLLa reynoLDs rendelsham It is a waste not to clean it off the beach as it is a good source of nutrients. GeorGe Dean millicent I think it is a good way to get rid of the slippery seaweed on our beaches.
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