The Newsletter of The West Australian State Parachute Council Inc.

Australian Nationals WESTERN AUSTRALIA was represented in the Classic Accuracy competition by a couple of local jumpers, Julian Kaloczy and Don Woodland. Don bettered his placing in last year’s meet by coming 5th with a score of 0.64 m over ten rounds. Keep an eye out for the next issue of SWANChat when we will announce the venue for the Fourth Dave Lock Memorial Accuracy Meet. This competition has been instrumental is encouraging the recent interest in Classic Accuracy in the state (see right). 4-way Ebone (Peter Etherton) is our new Australian 4 way champion. Ebone will be off to Croatia to represent Australia.

SWANChat comes of age (almost!)

Feb-Apr 2004

State Accuracy Meet, 2003 THE STATE ACCURACY meet was held the weekend 15/16 November and due to weather the Swoop competition did not happen. There were five competitors willing and able but the winds were just too much. Classic accuracy was held on Sunday when the weather improved with 13 competitors. Reigning champions remain with Don Woodland winning the Open and Ewan McNab winning the Novice (this will be his last Novice comp with only five jumps left to 200). The Novice competition was very close with the final round deciding the placement of first and second and third and fourth. Ewan and Amanda Lloyd were even on the end of the fourth round. Ewan hit the pad and Amanda could only manage the pit. In the competition between third and fourth it was a reversal of the positions from the Dave Lock memorial. This time big Bruce Jensen got the third position over Ashley Saunders. The final scores were: Open Don Woodland 1.91, Karen Norfield 5.23, Andy Ullaga 6.72 Novice Ewan McNab 19.18, Amanda Lloyd 23.54, Bruce Jensen 36.93 The conditions were tricky with stronger winds dying down to light winds with a bit of turbulence. Thanks to Clive and Jean for running the event and the catering. Laura Lock for coming down on Saturday to assist judging, Jan Burge for Judging, Barb Hughes for assisting judging and Michelle Kosmer for taking stills shots at the pit. I would like to thank all the competitors for their participation and fun attitude. it was a pleasure to be at the pit all day - well nearly:-) Shirley

THEY SAID it would never last! The next issue of SWANChat will be issue 20 and mark five years since the idea of a state newsletter was first put forward to State Council by the Sporting Skydivers. We need you The continuation of the newsletter and website depends on you continuing to contribute your news, ideas and opinions. I’d particularly like to hear from jumpers who started jumping after the birth of SWANChat - drop me a line with a skydiving tale. And, of course, I always like to get photos. Above: Jan (judge), Andy, Don and Karen (Open medal winners)

Contact SWANChat direct by fax: 93352544; ee-mail: [email protected]; telephone: 93358911 or post: 32 South Street, Fremantle, 6160 6160

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Skydive West Australian News

Dale news

York News

AMANDA LLOYD and Ash Saunders gained their Starcrests whilst visiting Picton over the Christmas break where they did more than 20 jumps each. Whilst at Picton they met up with Shirley, Dixie, Ray and Nathan. Even though the XL 750 did not arrive, there had been delays in getting it off the production line (which is another story) there were plenty of fun jumps to be had out of the Skyvan and the Beaver. Amanda gained the honour of being thrown out of the Skyvan and Ash gained the honour of running from the front and doing a front somersault whilst chasing to get in on a 10-way. Shirley and Dixie were invited to jump on Phil Onis' 20,000 jump, which was a 19-way with jump numbers totalling over 123,000 for the load. It was interesting to note that the base was taken out by somebody with more than 3,000 jumps. It did rebuild and 2-points were achieved. We just didn't manage the 19way right-hand donut that was planned for the 3rd point. Ewan McNab has gained his D licence and Shirley Cowcher her F licence.

YORK HAS BEEN a flurry of skydiving since the last issue of Swanchat, however the big news was the Australia Day Lotto Skyworks display jump. Once again the weather gods blessed us and we had absolutely beautiful jumping conditions! 47 jumpers, over four loads, performed various forms of skydiving, so there was something for everyone. Celebrations continued into the wee small hours of the following morning, where the pubs in Northbridge copped a dose of happy skydivers. The feed back from the public, the City of Perth and the skydivers (thank you) was amazing! Well done and a big thank you to everyone, the jumpers, ground crew, pilots and organizers. A special thanks to Stan (as always, a legendary effort), GT, Johno, Grunter, Stots, Steph, Ian “Skydive Express” Washborne (the man with a face for radio) and the fantastic Dick Stainton for his effort on the water. Christmas Party The Skydive Express Christmas party went off with a bang and included a special visit from a very bright and breezy Santa. Cheryls legendary dinner had everyone beaming, as usual. A brilliant night was had by all, after a great 8 way comp. Congrats to Full Throttle, who had an exciting win over the favourites Hand Brake, with Klowns R Us coming in third. The judging at the bar during dinner proved to work and may become tradition! A special thanks to those who joined in with the Christmas spirit and

1000 up WELL after a "mere" 14 years I've finally cracked 1000. Seems like a good time to thank everyone who has jumped with me over the years. Its been great !!! Spud (Paul Tait did his 1000th jump on Saturday, celebrating with a last-light 16-way and then being thrown into the pool at a late hour.)

“dropped in” from other dropzones. 4 way news Also the Shelver’s, the team that came west to train for the Intermediate 4 way, are now national champions. The team had 3 visits with over 150 jumps. Carly’s Angels have been jumping this weekend (Ange, Tania, Vicki, Steph & Crispy on Vid). Dirty Sanchez (Keith Watson, Craig Wallace, Wedgee, Matt Harris and Murf on vid) Kaos (Paul Yates, Joe A, Jeremy Paul, Mason and Damo on vid) are doing regular training weekends. The FIRST Four way Saturday (which is every Saturday after the video night) is on. If you want to get better at four-way we will have coached jumps with video – this is the way to improve your relative work skills. Please book in through the office. Other York Stuff The new fooze table is at the DZ! The upstairs area now has a DVD and sound system (and sounds great!). It is good that Cookie has been keeping his flying current. He has done York to Hillman – York to Pinjarra – Formation with the Caravan at the skyshow Emma Chick’s hop & pop day’s are going off. Some great CRW has been happening at the dropzone, including an 8 stack built by 6,500 with Don Woodland, Crispy, Clive, Mossy, Johno, Cookie, Sheryl & Dave Wilkie. Rumour has it that a new state record attempt (14+) will be made this year! Special message – packers wanted – you have to have (or get) a packer B packing license and be approved by Dave Wilkie – Please contact Mossy on 9444 4199, if you are interested. Congratulations to Tom and Tracey Lancaster on the birth of their baby, Jack.

Turkish Meet THE TURKISH Memorial “Pops versus Pups” 3 way competition will be held next month. Pops members are required to be 40 years old and over (and preferably a POPS member) whilst the Pups are under 40 years old. Competition to be held on the 13th of March 2004 (Turkish’s family are coming over from Japan for a visit and are looking forward to seeing everyone again). Mick is in the process of sourcing some great prizes (like he did last year), so get a team together and register your interest with the office, as it promises to be a great weekend.

Above: Ewan McNab, Amanda Lloyd and Bruce Jensen - Novice medallists at the State Accuracy Championships

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Kangaroo Tales

York 8-way

RECENTLY I organised for the Chuting Stars and some 'friends' to go down to Busselton a couple of weeks before Christmas to do some 9/10 ways out of the Islander. To celebrate the 40 year anniversary (to the day!) of my first free-fall, a 5 second delay from a Rapide at Weston-on-the-Green (UK), I organised a 10-way 'Sunset' load onto the beach Saturday evening. After we had built a nice 10-way cluster and were all under canopy, Don Biggins must have spotted some movement in the scrub and elected to land for a look-see! Whereupon he was promptly set about by a very aggressive, and highly territorial, kangaroo! Don, still in all his gear, including a full-face helmet, was forced to punch and kick the shit out of the rogue 'roo while at the same time telling it in no uncertain terms (through his full-face) to piss off! It seems that the 'roo would not take the hint at first, but then backed off and started jumping up and down on Don's canopy in an attempt to kill that! Eventually the 'roo gave it away and was last seen peering out at Don from behind a nearby blackboy! All this was witnessed by a family who had pulled up nearby and could not believe what was going on! Don then asked them for a lift to join the rest of us on the beach! Needless to say it became the story of the week-end and the source of a huge number of 'Roo' jokes during a great dinner at the Commercial Hotel that night! End result is that Don Biggins is now known as 'Kanga-Don' !!! AJ

JUST LIKE to thank everyone involved in the 8 way comp on Saturday. As a member of Full Throttle I'd especially like to thank all the people who helped us with coaching - GT, Ebone, Mossy and some last minute tweaking by Jeremy. Thanks also to the camera people who made us look good. We had a heap of people stand in for missing members over the months and in our last practice we even had Johnno and Stots from another team. That’s what I call sportmanship. I'm so impressed that Skydive Express can get together two teams that can do 8-10 point 8 ways, not to mention Klowns R US who get and A+ for effort. Judging of the comp in the bar was a brave decision, not to mention a nail biting experience. A great start to the Xmas party. Spud (Klowns r us say a big thanks to everyone involved especially Murf and Cookie for their great coaching, we had a ball and hope to aspire to the heights of handbrake and full throttle one day. : ) What a great day. Cheers, Darrell and fellow Klowns)

Wanted

Above: Damage Inc (Victorian intermediate 4-way team) over York.

Be coachable! LAST YEAR Skydive Express put on free slots for people willing to take on and coach 4 way teams. GT took on Amelia Ray and myself, we had an absolute ball and learned a huge amount. I would urge anyone who has the opportunity to learn from experienced skydivers in this way to jump at the chance. Being "coachable" is another big thing, even if you think you know something and you are shown a different way, have an open mind and give it a shot, this can be the difference between learning or stagnating. Thankyou to Skydive Express for the free slots, GT, Ebone, Lee, Lisa and Mossy for their coaching, Lisa, Andy, Dawn, Crispy and Julian for their great camera work and anyone else who helped out or filled in for us, also thanks to Endorphin for their rivalry all year and congratulations to them for taking out the state meet, it was fun. Darrell Barrett (Vertical Slipstream)

FOURTH PERSON to join our 4 way intermediate team as our coach has abandoned us. (maybe he is trying to tell us something?) We are Ray, Amelia and Darrell, our coach was GT but he don’t love us no more. We are hoping to do in the region of 100 team jumps between now and the state meet and would like to do the web league in the mean time but we will have a team meeting to discuss it all, jump numbers are not a problem as we all have under 500 jumps, y ou can get my email from skydive express. To those of you that witnessed me "falling" into the pool at around midnight on Saturday complete with phone in pocket, IT LIVES, Yay!! Got to hand it to Grunter though, his timing was perfect with the push!! Darrell ps GT was a fantastic coach (no, really!)

I've just heard that the speed limit on Great Eastern Highway up to Mundaring has dropped by 10km/hr so watch out.

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APF Video Competition THE CATEGORIES this year are: Sports Promotion; Open; Work. Entries in the Sports Promotion should be short, exciting and designed to encourage the public to come skydiving. Entries in the Open/Comedy should be entertaining. Work camera-flyers will have to give their customers the best possible service and product every work jump because it's the customer's vote which will determine the winner. Entries to be submitted via DV tape as well as VHS copy by 1st Apr 2004.

Resolve ...

WA left out

PLANNING your skydiving year? Here's five little thought starters. 1) I resolve to send something to Australian Skydiving Magazine. We are blessed in having a large, colour, national publication to showcase our sport. It takes more than the efforts of the regular few to make it special: it takes YOU. Send in that photo; write that little story; place an ad. Whatever. But make a contribution, small or large. 2) I resolve to go to the Nationals. The Nationals are at Corowa this month, the location and timing set largely as a result of feedback provided. We've all boogied over Christmas, and have a couple of weeks to reduce that Christmas BBQ induced wing loading and do it all again. Come along, camp out, support your team, and make it the event it deserves to be. 3) I resolve to enter the video competition. What is with this? It's nearly impossible to get on a load where there isn't a camera these days - and skydiving is a spectacular visual smorgasboard. Then you've got things happening on the ground - dropzones are interesting places to be. And don't get me started on individual creativity. Why, then, so few entries for the video competition? Get off your butt, produce something, and send it in. You don't have to send in a competition winner to make the competition itself a success. 4) I resolve to send a jump ticket Kath Hoffman's way. http://www.skysurfer. com.au/Kath/ If it were you, she would have already send a ticket in for you. 5) I resolve to always think very hard about that last turn before I land. If you make every landing a good one, then one day you will become a legend. If you don't. Wherever you are, I hope I get to be on a load with you this year have a great one :-) Luke Oliver

YOU KNOW it was so exciting to receive my SKYDIVE 2004 Calendar in the ASM today until I realised that there were no events listed from dropzones in Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, Northern Territory, ACT & Tasmania! With exception of the APF/Vic League & the Nationals. Fair enough it's a small calendar and there's not enough room to fit every event on there, but just a few days ago I received the APF Register of Events which included many great events! Some of these include the Royal Sky Celebration 2004, Thailand; Canopy Flying Seminar, Nagambie; Labour Day POPS Meet, Nagambie; ABCs Camps, Nagambie; Easter Big Way Boogie, Nagambie; Instructor D Course, Nagambie; Swedish Hercules Boogie; World Championships in Artistic Events, Brazil; World Championship (Formation Skydiving, Canopy Formation, Style & Accuracy), Croatia & the ABCs Camp, Nagambie. - Great events that all Australian skydivers should know about! I'm sure there are heaps of events happening at dropzones all around this country so let's send them in to the ASM, get 'em printed and encourage those up and coming stars to be a part of skydiving in every part of Australia! ASM is appropriately named the "Australian Skydiver's Magazine" - so let's get in it!!

So who is Western Australia’s most eligible adventurous Bachelor?

4-way Seminars at York! This is a regular thing and happens on each weekend AFTER the first Tuesday in each month Detailed brief and debrief. We will look at engineering, exits, blocks, etc. We plan to finish with a big way at the end of the day. Video on all jumps. Just let me know you’re coming and you will be slotted into a group Mossy

Wing suit jumping INTERESTED in wing suit jumping? The requirements are 500 jumps and a strong heart (after the sky show we thought a few would be interested). Russ Thornton will be on hand to help out and go through the finer points (he can even measure you up for your brand new Wing suit). The first day will be the 21 March 2004, with more dates planned. Please register your interest by phoning the Skydive Express office on 9444 4199.

Total Control News TOTAL CONTROL is now a Performance Designs Dealer. Performance Designs' Katana is a high-performance canopy designed for experienced canopy pilots. The Katana has been described as “a perfect fit between the Stiletto and Velocity,” and a canopy that is “very suited to modern flying styles.” Like the PD Stiletto, the Katana is a highly tapered or “elliptical” nine-cell canopy made from zero-porosity fabric. Both the Stiletto and the Katana were designed using a conventional cell structure, without cross-braces or airlocks™ . The Katana may look similar to a Stiletto at first glance, but beneath the surface they are two completely different machines. The Katana is very easy to control using front risers. The front riser pressure starts off very light, and tends to build up slowly. It is easy to keep the Katana in a front riser dive or diving turn, and to make adjustments to your turn rate and rate of descent while diving. By comparison, the Stiletto's front riser pressure starts out noticeably higher and builds up more quickly. For details contact Total Control on 93771919 or 0438-887733. “……I love the way the Katana dives. It's easier to control all the way through a front riser approach, and feels a lot smoother to me than the Stiletto…..” “……It's geared towards a pilot who enjoys a responsive canopy that has the characteristics of an ‘elliptical' wing. The turning characteristics, spirals, lowspeed lift, and other characteristics associated with an ‘elliptical' wing are all there and all very refined…...”

Skydive West Australian News AUSTRALIAN PARACHUTE FEDERATION POSITION VACANT - TECHNICAL OFFICER Salary range $35,000 - $50,000 The APF is seeking a replacement for John Chapman, who is leaving at the end of April 2004. This position is one in a team of three led by the Manager, National Safety and Operations. The team is responsible for risk management, education & instruction, training, claims management, sport and competition. Some flexibility exists within the team to match responsibilities to skills held by each member. The Operations Division works alongside the 3-person Administration Division in the Federation’s Canberra office. Current Duties of the position include:Risk Management: Administer the Incident Reporting System and the DZ Audit System. Assist with the investigation of fatalities. Liaise with Airservices Australia to maintain accuracy of parachuting sites on airways maps and charts. Education & Instruction: Produce technical articles and reports for NewsSheet and ASM. Office liaison between APF and ASM Editor. Assist with the Annual Conference. Assist Technical Directors with review of APF manuals and handbooks. Other: Oversight supply of AADs through APF. Assume other Operations personnels’ responsibilities in absence of Manager Safety & Operations and/or Manager Training. Provide office assistance to Technical Directors as required. Process applications for jumping

New AAD A NEW AAD has hit the market in Australia, called the VIGIL The Vigil promises to be a more cost effective AAD and has many great features. Some of the features and benefits over AADs currently available include:-Maintenance free (Self Diagnostic)

through cloud. Maintain APF’s presence on the Internet. Qualifications: Must be an experienced skydiver. It is desirable that applicants have an Instructor rating and preferably a Packer A. Having a pilots licence with knowledge of the National Airspace System would be an advantage, but is not essential. It is essential that the successful applicant have good computer skills and desirable that they have a good understanding of contemporary computing software. Applicants with strong IT, but weaker technical parachuting skills are encouraged to apply. Job Specifications: The job specifications for this position and its relationship to others working at APF Headquarters are available to prospective applications on request. Conditions of Service: This is a fulltime position, based in Canberra, working in a team of six. Salary will depend upon the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience. It is envisaged that interviews will be conducted mid/late February with the successful applicant to start in late March 2003. How to Apply: Applications are to be emailed to [email protected] or forwarded to the APF Executive Director, P O Box 144, Deakin West ACT 2600 by close of business on 30 January 2004, and should include details of employment history, qualifications and experience as they relate to the position. Enquiries about any aspect of the position should be directed to Dave Smith on 02 6281 6830 or Email [email protected] .

-No imposed life expectancy -Multi Mode (Pro,Student, Tandem) -Data Recorder for Freefall Log and Speed -Four year Battery life -Infrared communications port -ETC Check out www.vigil.aero for more detailed info. Total Control in association with Cordline are the Sole Australian Distributors for the VIGIL and we are offering the Vigil at the intro price of $1699 inc GST with free shipping within Australia. Includes a free pair of Headfirst Goggles to $85 value. Call Wayne 94726107 or Richie 93771919 if you would like to check one out.

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Canopy control courses 27 MARCH 2004, $200 for five jumps with the initial briefing the night before – this is a great way to develop your canopy skills and confidence. We require four people on each course with more courses being held if people are keen. Please register your interest by phoning the Skydive Express office on 9444 4199.

Relworkers 4way 4-WAY FOR EVERYONE is on again, held at Nagambie on the 14th and 15th February. This year promises to be bigger than ever, being one of the cheapest competition weekends in Australia. Coaches slots are covered thanks to the funding and support of the VPC and Relworkers. If you are thinking of doing this years League, this is the perfect time to find those extra team members you are looking for. For all information on this years Event go to http://www. relworkers.org/4w4e1.php

Go-Wear tshirts YOU CAN now check out all of the GoWear tshirts for sale at www. DIGITALskydive.com To place an order simply send me an email to [email protected] Blue skies! Kate.

Busy jumping I’VE BEEN busy lately. In the past few months I've qualified for my B and C licences. (I didn't get around to sending in my B application, so I did them both at the same time). Most of the jumps were at Busselton, with a handful at York, Dale and Hillman. I also did about 30 at Ramblers at their October LCC. I got my Display D (#3427) as well, I thought I might as well get it. Finally did my written exam for my Packer B (#1594). I did the last jump for my Starcrest at York on the weekend. The other jumps were done at Dale and Ramblers. I'm sending off my card tomorrow. Matthew Rowles

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WA level 2 coaching course It is necessary for all Instructor B's who have not done this course to do it and all those wanting to become an IB to do it. If you don’t then you cannot continue to hold your IB rating. LEVEL 2 COACHING PRINCIPLES COURSE OUTLINE (WA) 10 March – 19 May 2004 Wednesday 10 March 6-9.30 pm Introduction to Level 2 Course; Flexible Learning Strategies; Assessment requirements; Communication; Ethical issues in Coaching; Risk Management. Wednesday 17 March 6-9.30 pm Development and Maturation; Skill Acquisition - Theory. Wednesday 24 March 6-9.30 pm Principles of Training; Speed, Strength & Power Training; Endurance Training; Flexibility Training. Wednesday 31 March 6-9.30 pm Teaching Methods; Skill Acquisition (Practical Review); Performance Phycology. Wednesday 5 May 6-9.30 pm Nutrition; Sports Medicine. Wednesday 12 May 6-9.30 pm Functional Anatomy; Biomechanics. Wednesday 19 May 6-9.30 pm Planning; Resource Management; Self Reflection. Contact Liane Tooth, WA Dept of Sport & Recreation: [email protected] or 08-9387 9787 How do I get there? Most classes will be conducted in the Lecture Room S105 on Level 1 southern wing, Central TAFE. Practical elements will take place on Forrest Park Oval (next to campus) Weeknights – Entry is via Lord and Harold Street Entrances Parking is available on Harold Street and surrounding side streets. East-Perth Train Station is a short 5-minute walk away.

8-way Seminar AFTER THE euphoria of the Nationals, the 8 way Intermediate team, Nexgen, is going into the Open arena. Nexgen intends to host an 8 way seminar on the weekend of February 28-29, at Nagambie. All interested individuals will be placed in a team with a Coach and two Nexgen members. The plan is to do 6 jumps on each day. The aim of the weekend is to introduce young jumpers to the finer points of 8 way formation skydiving, with the ultimate aim of forming an 8 way team for next year's Nationals. There is no obligation involved after the completion of the weekend to continue on as a team. The only qualification needed for this weekend is a Star Crest. Coaches include Don Cross, Michael Vaughan, and Craig Vaughan. This seminar is being supported by the VPC (State Coach Funding) and Skydive Nagambie, so we have been able to reduce the slot prices, including the coaching and camera slots. Contact Louise for cost details. Registration is essential so that we have an idea of coaching and camera requirements. Deposits will be required. If you are interested in doing some quality 8 way jumps for a weekend or have the hunger to take a team to the Nationals then this is the weekend for you! Call now for further information. Louise Cross Skydive Nagambie 11 Park St Nagambie VIC 3608 Freecall: 1800 266 500 Facsimile: 03 5794 1417 Email: [email protected] Web: www.skydivenagambie.com

LEVEL 2 COACHING PRINCIPLES CORRESPONDENCE COURSE The Department of Sport and Recreation in association with Central TAFE is offering coaches who are unable to access the “Level 2 Coaching Principles Lecture Series” to do the course by correspondence. The Department of Sport and Recreation advises coaches that the Correspondence Course was, initially, designed for coaches in regional areas who could not attend the courses that are usually conducted in the major cities. The correspondence course is not the preferred way of completing the course but the option is available to all coaches. The Department strongly suggests that you identify a mentor coach who has a minimum Level 2 accreditation who will meet with you on approximately three occasions to discuss your completion of chapters in the workbook You will need to send your completed workbook to Central TAFE co-ordinator for marking. Participants will be allowed three months to complete the course. Time extensions will only be considered by a request (in writing). The cost of the course is $220 (GST inclusive) and includes the major resource – “Better Coaching” manual and the “Better Coaching” workbook. The course is also available on-line (not through our agency). For more information go to: http://www.coachingaus.org/ level2.htm If you wish to participate in the correspondence course please send your completed Application Form with payment to: Centre for Health Sport and Recreation, Central TAFE, Locked Bag 6, Northbridge WA 6865 or Fax: 9427 3895. Please direct all enquiries to Blase Czerniakowski 9427 3778 or email: [email protected]. gov.au

Kath Hoffman LUKE HAS updated the list of generous donors, and understands Janine Hayes recently passed on another cheque to Kath - first priority is a bed to suit her circumstances. Please wander along to http://skysurfer.com.au, click the red link which takes you to the Kath Hoffman 200 way page, and fill out the form - it only takes a little effort from a lot of us to make a big difference. Please do it today, rather than getting around to it later.

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FOR SALE Javelin TJ ‘92, blue, fit small-framed person; Stiletto 120 (1000 jumps, relined 20 jumps ago); MicroRaven 150 (‘90), used once; Cypres ‘97 (4-year service Dec ‘01); Factory Diver, small, blue; Altimeter, Barigo; Dytter, original; wieghtvest with 5kg; rel and freestyle jumpsuits—$4000 or make an offer! Karen 94583170, 0417-907974 CESSNA U206F JUMPSHIP Excellent unit, step, handles, inflight door. All C. A.R. 35 approved. Total time 7000 hrs. ETR 400. PTR 1740 (hours approximate) Offers around $135K + GST if applicable. Motivated Vendor 0408 812 015 ATOM Classic 000 container - Black & Royal Blue HORNET 120 main - all royal blue TECHNO 115 reserve - white (used once) CYPRESS 1 pin Expert New batteries 12 months ago. All 3 years old and only 450 jumps. All in excellent condition. Harness will suit small to medium build (I'm 171cm tall). Asking Price $5000 ono (all reasonable offers considered.) Please email Dawne at : [email protected] OR call on (08) 9271 1049. Cheers! Dawne Tomlinson. 1994 lancer, GL 1.5 ltr, 5 speed manual, 2 door coupe, dark green. 2 owners. goes good. $5,800 ono. call mel 0400 207 744 Caravan. Reluctant sale.

1x Caravan. Very neat and tidy, no leaks. With Aircon, and electric fridge. All electrics working. Was registered before being placed at Pinjarra. For sale with brand new Queen sized bed, lots of storage (tires will need air.) $1000. Nick. 0418-545-154 or [email protected]. au Nick Balgowan. Nice big room in Mt Lawley for $100 a week. Rest of the house is furnished Great location and company :o) Preferably working full-time, neat, fun, female (but will consider guys), either skydiver or must be tolerant of skydivers. Avail from the 16th Nov 2003 cheers, Emma 0415 290 499

Hi everyone Just to let you all know that Rose gave birth to a Beautiful Baby girl, Yahoo ah. We Have called Her Lucy Jean Brooks. She weighs in at 6 lbs. 15.5 ounces and was delivered early as the placenta had enough, so everyone thanks for your support through our difficult times and you are all welcome to see us. We will send out photos as soon as we get them developed. Best Wishes. Brooksy.

Thai jumping I’M GOING to Thailand on March 4 for the Exotic Sky Adventures Boogie. Wondering firstly if you, {or anyone you know} are going, and secondly if you are going to do the package. The deal is $1400 usd which includes $250 rego, 15 jumps at $25 each and accommodation and breakfast for 2 weeks and a couple of tours. Jumping is on March 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 19 and the rest are days off etc. Gotta admit, I’m not that keen on package deals and I reckon that if anyone is like minded, we could get a group of 3 or so, pay the rego and jumps and then look after our own accommodation and be way in front and not be tied down to a set itinerary and get to see a bit of Thailand as well. Any takers? Mick

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Letters (Many of these letters were posted at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sscwa/ messages and sent by e-mail to 100 skydivers in WA who have joined. 150 of you who receive this newsletter have email addresses - sign up now!) Hi All Just wondering if all the original thinkers out there have ever put their minds to bumper stickers? If you have some funny/thoughtful one liners that would promote skydiving i'd love to hear them. Something along the line of: "Feeling a bit on edge? Then JUMP OFF IT" Cheers, Craig Wallace. Hi all. Hope everyone had a nice Chrissie and New Year. We have a chest mountable Altimaster II for sale, without the chest mount. Obviously in good working order, has light scratchings on the face from use as expected. Currently selling for $173 USD new, which is about $225 AUD. Make us an offer if you are interested, all reasonable offers considered. Happy to post at buyers expense. Seeya Brooke

Hi All I have misplaced a Sony charger + battery for PC5 digi camera. if found i would appreciate if you would please return to mel or Skydive Express / York DZ. Ta Mel F655

Hi Everyone For those who don't already know Tracey is expecting our first child a little boy due on the 11th Jan so we are in full swing getting ready and both really looking forward to the change in life. We are having the baby here in Dubai at the American hospital and I am lucky to have the whole of Jan on leave so I will be around for the big day and weeks to follow. Christmas and New Years Eve for us will be with our neighbors a couple from Zim/Russia and NZ/UK a small gathering with friends. My work is still varied all the time, the job in Beijing was extremely challenging but involved extended periods apart from Tracey due to SARS and the general state of the Beijing health system meant that it was not good for her to be there pregnant and all. We did manage to slip in a few small holidays to North Qld and Mauritius though which was good. Now that the weather has cooled down here in Dubai there seems to be less flying which has meant a good break at home so far with the occasional trip away for stocking up on supplies. 2004 brings more travel for us both to San Fran for a month or so, training for myself and holidays for Tracey and the little fellow, plus our bi annual trip to Frankfurt at the end of the year for even more training ,and of course everything is subject to change. Tom and Tracey

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Roll of Honour

Calendar of Events

A licences: William Munday, Bevan Horgan at Pinjarra. B licences: Vanessa Manning at Pinjarra. Matthew Rowles at Busselton. C licences: Matthew Rowles at Busselton. D licences: Tim Deshon, Wayne Stalder at Pinjarra. Ewan McNab at Dale River. F licences: Shirley Cowcher at Dale River. 600 jumps: Joe Arrigo with a romantic sunset jump with his new rig at York. Craig Wallace, Tania Zanders at York. 1000 jumps: Paul Tait at York. 5000 jumps: Cameron Rolfe at 26 years old. Star Crest: Karl Morris at Pinjarra. M atthew Rowles at York. Amanda Lloyd and Ash Saunders at Picton. Mark Stace at York. AFF 9: Nelly Tran, Phillip Miller at Pinjarra. Sylvie Geissler, Geoff Rae, Amy Hollingworth, Ian Peters at York. Conversion to throwaway: William Munday, Christine Dyzac at Pinjarra. Packer B: Peter Ivicevich at Pinjarra. 40 years in the sport: Tony ‘AJ’ Dale at Busselton. First live AFF: Craig Wallace at York. Under "milestones" last issue we incorrectly recorded Sheryl Neil’s body building win as Miss Fitness, it should read "Natural Australian Body Building Champion" Peter (Ebone) Etherton – 1st place in the Open 4 way at the Nationals! Don Woodland - 5th place in the Open Accuracy at the Nationals!

21 Mar - Wing suit jumping, York.

Your current Council reps: Robin O’Neill (WASA) Russ Thornton (Hillman Farm) Dick Stainton (Hillman Farm) John Seman (Skydive Express) Dave Wilkie (Skydive Express) Clive Smith (The Parachute Centre) Jean Smith (The Parachute Centre) Karen Norfield (Freefall Club) Pete Firth (Freefall Club) Shirley Cowcher (Sporting Skydivers) Steve White (Sporting Skydivers) Paul Hogan (Southern Skydivers) Dixie Lee (Southern Skydivers) Stan Morris (Kambalda Skydivers) Mal Stone (Kambalda Skydivers)

10 Feb - SSCWA meeting at the Mt Henry Tavern for a meal. 7 pm

27 Mar - Canopy Control Course, York. Easter Boogie at Skydive Express – stay tuned for more info! 4 way seminars at York – every weekend after the first Tuesday of the month. Video night at the Oxford Hotel 7.30pm the first Tuesday of every month.

Next Council Meeting: t.b.a.

For up-to-date stuff for sale and wanted, check out http://groups. yahoo.com/group/sscwa/database.

Drop Zone Guide THE PERTH AREA is provided for by five drop zones. Hillman Farm Skydivers (94438862) operate out of Hillman Farm with a Cessna 182. The Parachute Centre (94141441) is based at Dale River with a Cessna 206 and a Cessna 182. WA Skydiving Academy (1800 245066) has its drop zone at Pinjarra with a Navajo and two Cessna 182s and Skydive Express (1800 355833) jump at York with a Caravan and a Cessna 182. In addition Southern Skydivers (1800 068426) operate out of Busselton with an Islander and a Cessna 182. Away from the Perth area, Wickham Skydivers (0438-441239) operate out of Wickham with a Cessna.

J UMPING INFORMAINFORMATION INDEX (EQUIPMENT, SUPSUPPLIES AND SERVICES) For Jumpsuits: Cheryl Robertson (Air Suits) 92011273, 0417-543482 Gary GT Traynor (Tads) 0417-970563 Russ Thornton (Batwing Suits) 94783983 Robin O’Neill (Symbiosis) 92276066 Richie Sauzier (Total Control) 93771919, 0438-887733 For Skydiving Accessories: Dixie Lee 93396439, 0412-122041 Gary GT Traynor (Time Out) 0417970563 Grant Ball (Way Cool Industries) 94331146, 0419-919593 For Gear: Robin O’Neill (TSE Teardrops) 92276066 Gary GT Traynor (Javelin, Skysystems) 0417-970563 Cheryl Robertson (Aerodyne) 92011273, 0417-543482 Richie Sauzier (Total Control) 93771919, 0438-887733 Mike Murphy (PA) 0438-049900 For Riggers: Clive Smith 94141441 Wayne Saul 94726107, 0409-020690 Dixie Lee 93396439, 0412-122041 For Packer “A”: Dave Wilkie 93494646, 0419-192969 Leon Hains 92777796, 0408-855596 Kevin Glidden 93050041 Robin O’Neill 92276066 Dixie Lee 93396439, 0412-122041 Peter Stuthridge 95276115, 0407276118 Don Woodland 93505844 Crispian McCallum 94597417, 0418947518 Wayne Saul 94726107, 0409-020690 Total Control 93771919, 0438-887733

(Let us know if you have been missed off or included in error).

Articles for Issue 20 to reach us by April 19, 2004