Club Details
Established 1972
P.O.Box 164 Glossop 5344 S.A.
Ph. Contact Dennis Millard 0885823430
Our Clubrooms are situated at:-
“Bruce Oval” Sims Street Barmera S A 5345.
For further details please contact:-
President: Dennis Millard - 08-8582 3430
Vice President: Frank McNamee - 08 8582 2899
Field Officer: Neville Gilgen - 08 8582 4714
Email: riverlandgemclub@yahoo.com.au
Membership Details:-
$25.00 Double / Family
$15.00 Single.
Workshop Times:-
Workshop opening times are 3pm - 5pm each Thursday for a cuppa tea and the
following classes/activities.
Classes include cutting, polishing, cabbing and sphere making.
our own local sand and novelties.
Club Meetings:-
The club meetings are every 3rd Thursday in the month at 3pm.
At most meetings a club member talks on a selected gem or mineral.
Special guest speakers are invited on other occasions.
Visitors are most welcome.
About:-
Riverland Gem & Mineral Club Inc. Has members from Renmark, Berri, Loxton,
Barmera, & Waikerie.
Club History:-
The inaugural meeting was at Renmark S.A. 16-3 1972. It was attended by 23
people. The club has moved 7 times and is now at Glossop.
Club Events & Show:-
Please use the contact details above.
2007 Riverland Gemstone, Mineral, Crystal & Jewellery Show
Report:-
This show was the most successful show this club has ever put together,
considering we only had 6 months to do it. We had between 800/900 people
through the door over the two days. All children who came through the door were
given a mineral sample.
From the 14 dealers, not one could give me any negatives; again it was only praise
for the venue, set up & the dinner on Friday night. All the dealers were presented
with an appreciation certificate at the Friday night dinner. We hope gets proudly
displayed to remind their friends & family what a great weekend they had.
All 33 members worked hard for the days leading up to the show, during the show
and cleaning up after. When organizing an event like this, life is so much easier
with their support.
Visitors & dealers. President Dennis Millard & Karlene Maywald MP
Visitors: Mayor Hunt & wife 1st prize winning showcase (centre)
3rd prize winning showcase (right)
The Riverland Gem & Mineral Club Inc.
Would like to thank the following sponsors:
A. Lacey, Berri Direct, Symo’s Auto, A. McNamee. Berri Resort Hotel, B. & J. Mudge,
Loxton Thrifty Link, Jeanette’s Corner, Earth Works, Berri Estate, Banrock Wine &
Wetlands Centre, K. Wright & D. Millard, Scarfe’s Electronics, Riverland
Warehouse Centre, I. Mitchell, Riverland Memorials, Gardner’s Berri Radio & TV,
Glossop Steel Shop, Beech Hardware, Lake Bonney Holiday Park, Liba Liba
Houseboats, Riverland Locksmiths, Tri State Graphics, Deep Impressions, a big
thank you to all.
Established 1972
P.O.Box 164 Glossop 5344 S.A.
Ph. Contact Dennis Millard 0885823430
Our Clubrooms are situated at:-
“Bruce Oval” Sims Street Barmera S A 5345.
For further details please contact:-
President: Dennis Millard - 08-8582 3430
Vice President: Frank McNamee - 08 8582 2899
Field Officer: Neville Gilgen - 08 8582 4714
Email: riverlandgemclub@yahoo.com.au
Membership Details:-
$25.00 Double / Family
$15.00 Single.
Workshop Times:-
Workshop opening times are 3pm - 5pm each Thursday for a cuppa tea and the
following classes/activities.
Classes include cutting, polishing, cabbing and sphere making.
our own local sand and novelties.
Club Meetings:-
The club meetings are every 3rd Thursday in the month at 3pm.
At most meetings a club member talks on a selected gem or mineral.
Special guest speakers are invited on other occasions.
Visitors are most welcome.
About:-
Riverland Gem & Mineral Club Inc. Has members from Renmark, Berri, Loxton,
Barmera, & Waikerie.
Club History:-
The inaugural meeting was at Renmark S.A. 16-3 1972. It was attended by 23
people. The club has moved 7 times and is now at Glossop.
Club Events & Show:-
Please use the contact details above.
2007 Riverland Gemstone, Mineral, Crystal & Jewellery Show
Report:-
This show was the most successful show this club has ever put together,
considering we only had 6 months to do it. We had between 800/900 people
through the door over the two days. All children who came through the door were
given a mineral sample.
From the 14 dealers, not one could give me any negatives; again it was only praise
for the venue, set up & the dinner on Friday night. All the dealers were presented
with an appreciation certificate at the Friday night dinner. We hope gets proudly
displayed to remind their friends & family what a great weekend they had.
All 33 members worked hard for the days leading up to the show, during the show
and cleaning up after. When organizing an event like this, life is so much easier
with their support.
Visitors & dealers. President Dennis Millard & Karlene Maywald MP
Visitors: Mayor Hunt & wife 1st prize winning showcase (centre)
3rd prize winning showcase (right)
The Riverland Gem & Mineral Club Inc.
Would like to thank the following sponsors:
A. Lacey, Berri Direct, Symo’s Auto, A. McNamee. Berri Resort Hotel, B. & J. Mudge,
Loxton Thrifty Link, Jeanette’s Corner, Earth Works, Berri Estate, Banrock Wine &
Wetlands Centre, K. Wright & D. Millard, Scarfe’s Electronics, Riverland
Warehouse Centre, I. Mitchell, Riverland Memorials, Gardner’s Berri Radio & TV,
Glossop Steel Shop, Beech Hardware, Lake Bonney Holiday Park, Liba Liba
Houseboats, Riverland Locksmiths, Tri State Graphics, Deep Impressions, a big
thank you to all.
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Tips & Safety On Field Trips
Disclaimer: It is your responsibility to ask permission from any private property owner at any location
when searching for gemstones before you enter any such property. You may also be required to
possess a fossicking license as per state laws.
Safety In The Workshop
- Take every precaution while on field trips like making sure you have the right gear like gloves,
boots, drinking water and basic supplies. - Fill in your holes after digging and beware of overhanging rocks and ledges that could collapse
while digging below. - Don't go into old mine shafts as most are unstable and air quality can never be guaranteed.
- Always wear safety glasses when breaking or chiselling on rocks.
- Watch out for snakes and spiders because as a rock hound you're more prone to finding these
critters than others. - Always close gates after you and always take your rubbish home with you if there isn't a proper
place to leave it. - Always tell someone where you are before you leave in case something goes wrong!
- Always have a first aid kit close by.
- If you haven't been to an area before draw yourself a map or have a map with you so you don't
get lost. Mobile phones don't work everywhere! - Wear a good hat and sunscreen so you don't get sunburnt.
- Never forget: FOOD, SNACKS, DRINKS & MEDICATION.
Disclaimer: It is your responsibility to ask permission from any private property owner at any location
when searching for gemstones before you enter any such property. You may also be required to
possess a fossicking license as per state laws.
Safety In The Workshop
- Don't have loose clothing around any moving machine parts and keep guards on equipment at
all times. - Wear safety glasses while grinding and using any pickle or acid compounds.
- Wear a filter face mask if required.
- Don't spill water on any electric motors. Electricity and water don't mix.
- Keep fingers and hands clear of sharp moving parts.
- Wear rubber gloves if handling any acids or pickling solutions.
- Use tweezers when handling hot soldered jewelry.
- Have a first aid kit near by at all times.
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