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Sandford Bush Festival.

8-10 March 2019.

Country, bush, folk, bluegrass & Celtic music.

Bush crafts, local art and bush poetry See page 3 for details.

COVER • CELEBRATING LIFE IN THE BUSH Sandford is set to come alive on the March Long Weekend with a three day celebration of music, bush crafts, art and local culture.

The Sandford Bush Festival, in its second year, runs from March 8-10, with a program of bush ballads, folk, gospel, Celtic, reggae, bluegrass and Australian country music performed by professionals, semi-professionals, amateurs and hopefuls, including some very talented younger performers.

The festival is also a celebration of the time honoured tradition of bush poetry, with the Poet’s Breakfast, which is open to all, running from 9am on both Saturday and Sunday. Hosted

by Andrew Hayes, and held in the Main Marquee, the Poet’s Breakfast will showcase local and visiting bush poets, story tellers and yarn spinners, and you are welcome, whether you want to just sit and enjoy or whether you want to perform. If you wish to perform, just turn up, put your name down, enjoy the poetry and wait for your turn. The

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weekend also features country crafts, jam sessions, art exhibitions, trade stalls and plenty of onsite catering.

The three day festival is made possible by the generous support of local sponsors and a generous band of local volunteers, with all profits

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handed out to local community groups, sporting clubs or charitable organisations. The headline acts for the 2019 festival include the Royal High Jinx, Greg Champion, Crooked Road, Paul Wookey, Slime Dime, The Delahoys and Stumpy Gully Bush Band.

The Royal High Jinx write, play and sing music inspired by European traditions, shaded with gypsy jazz and a pinch of classical virtuosity, while sporting a spectacular wardrobe combining dapper suits and burlesque exuberance. Sarah (violin), Silas (piano & drums), Jen (guitar) and Terry (mandolin) formed the band in Melbourne in 2014 as a way to explore their musical roots and bring their favourite spicy instrumental music and classic continental standards into the

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singer and songwriter since he first discovered the music of Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan and was inspired to pick up a guitar and emulate his heroes. Over many years he has honed these skills to become a polished performer and has toured extensively throughout Australia and overseas. A regular performer at folk and country music festivals, he won the prestigious Best New Artist Award at the Tamworth Country Music Festival in 1981, in recognition of the quality of his first album, Mountain Breakfast. Paul’s music is not easy to classify, sitting somewhere between folk, blues and country music with a more or less even distribution of Irish, American and Australian influences.

Stumpy Gully is a fun band that was formed to support community events and raise funds for local charities and community groups. The group plays a mix of bush, folk and bluegrass, often interrupted by spontaneous outbursts of bush poetry or lively banter.

For more information on the 2019 Sandford Bush Festival and for ticketing information and a complete program head to www.sandfordfestival.com or call Gazza on 0402 434 827.

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Legendary entertainer and festival favourite Greg Champion, who has performed in New Zealand, USA, France, Fiji and all corners of Australia, is part humourist, part folkie, half hippy, half bogan, part Victorian and completely South Australian. As a radio personality he has been a member of the Coodabeen Champions since the early 1980s and is well known for his unique blend of comedy, sport parodies, country and folk music. He has performed at a number of AFL Grand Finals, One Day cricket finals, countless functions at the MCG and just about every music festival in Australia.

Crooked Road is a top bluegrass band, based in Adelaide. The boys have come together to play original music that combines the bluegrass tradition with contemporary flair. In their long history with bluegrass in Australia and New Zealand, Crooked Road have toured widely and recorded many albums with artists from around the world. Crooked Roda features Phill Parker on guitar and vocals, Andrew Hook on vocals, mandolin and guitar, Dave Taylor on vocals, double bass and guitar and Leonard Cohen on vocals and dobro.

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LIVING THE DREAM Maddy Macera bid Mount Gambier farewell in 2012 and has spent that time since honing her skills as a dancer and taking the first steps on the path to a professional career. And she is putting her own name to her work, producing and performing in her first ever Adelaide Fringe show with a former classmate and she not only takes ownership of her own career, but also ensures South Australian dancers have the opportunity to pursue their passion.

When Maddy graduated from MJ Dance Studio and school she headed to Sydney to complete the one year course at the highly regarded Brent Street Studio, focussing on contemporary dance.

Europe was then calling and Maddy spent three months, mainly in The Netherlands, attending classes, workshops and auditions.

Once back on home soil, she was still looking to spend more time studying her craft and she auditioned for and won a place at the Adelaide College of Arts, enrolling in a Bachelor of Creative Arts, majoring in dance, in what is a Flinders University course.

Maddy started that journey in 2014, graduating in 2016 and since then has been securing professional gigs, as well as teaching.

It was, in fact, a project she had to complete while at the Adelaide College of Arts that inspired what is now her first Fringe Show. It was a formal subject, giving the students an

opportunity to put together their own show.

Now the March 8-10 show is a reality, although it is a new concept from their university project.

Performed at the Goodwood Institute Theatre, Abyss is a collaboration of Maddy and her classmate Daniel Maley and is based on the 14th century epic poem Inferno,

by Dante. “Basically it’s about the nine circles of hell,” Maddy said.

While Maddy is choreographing and producing the show, she is also dancing in it, alongside Adelaide College of Arts graduates.

“We wanted to focus on using South Australian dancers, who were trained and work in South Australia,” Maddy said. “You don’t often see that in Fringe shows because there are so many international shows. It can be quite hard to get work when you are a young artist in Adelaide and we are really happy and excited to be collaborating with young South Australian artists and giving them this opportunity.”

Maddy and three other dancers will be performing the newly created work – Connor Gibson, Amelia Walmsley and Rebecca Egan.

It has been a long and eye opening process for Maddy to take her concept with Daniel and secure it as a 2019 Fringe event. “We had to apply quite early to become an artist in the Fringe and it all sort of started last September,” she said. Then there was the applications for government

and other funding to help finance the project and the duo was fortunate to receive a windfall from the Helpmann Academy to help get their show off the ground. “So we were busy writing grant applications for three or four months, writing, researching and going to a lot of meetings,” Maddy said.

In a show of confidence that the project would all come together, Maddy and Daniel floated the idea with the dancers, who are now officially on board. “They were really great about it and happy to make themselves available,” Maddy said.

To start off, with it was just Maddy and Daniel, starting to come up with the concept and selecting the music that would best suit the work. “We just wanted to work together and throw around some ideas and concepts,” she said.

By late December and early January the duo was meeting three to four times a week, with the dancers, and everyone has had their input.

The music of Hans Zimmer, a movie composer responsible for the soundtracks to Interstellar, Inception and the Academy Award winning Lion King, has provided the perfect backdrop for Abyss. “Even that was quite the process to buy a licence to use the music,” Maddy said. “And then there’s the editing of it all together for the 45 minute show.”

Abyss will also include some recordings of some spoken word as well to bring the whole performance

it is all what we want in the show.”

Maddy has also added to the degree of difficulty – she is also performing in another Fringe show, a contemporary dance show. “I am living the dream,” Maddy said. “I am doing what I have always wanted to do and it is awesome.

Being in the studio basically every day is an amazing feeling.”

COUNCIL ON THE HUNT FOR POTENTIAL NEW HOME Wattle Range Council is in the throes of researching a potential new home for its Millicent headquarters in conjunction with developing council’s 2019/20 annual business plan. The current council office was built in the 1930s as the former Millicent High School and was converted to council chambers and offices in 1963. “The current building is in need of a significant makeover, and we are concerned that further investment in this 90-year-old asset will only be a bandaid solution,” Wattle Range Mayor Des Noll said. “We have therefore directed the CEO to explore alternative site options as part of our budget deliberations.” Evaluating the future administration needs and the potential redevelopment work that will soon be required at the current site is in line with the council’s Strategic Plan 2018-2021, which had, as an actionable item, to ‘review future expansion options and requirements for the council main office’. More information about council’s Strategic and Annual Business Plans can be found on council’s website.

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CEO BIDS FAREWELL Out going Mount Gambier City Council CEO Mark McShane has bookended his tenure in the city’s top job with two major infrastructure projects.

He arrived at the end of 2011, just in time to cut the ribbon on the Main Corner redevelopment and he leaves on the cusp of the sod being turned on the Mount Gambier Community and Recreation Centre – a project 30 years in the making, that has been fast tracked in the past six months as rare big ticket government funding from both Federal and State governments became available.

Just as the next CEO may well reap the rewards of the work of Mr McShane and his staff, especially with regards to the recreation centre, Mr McShane believes all councils and staff build on the work of those that have come before, as well as adding their own elements to the legacy.

Since announcing his decision to step down three months ago, although he will remain a member of the Mount Gambier community, interspersed with some well earned holidays, Mr McShane has had rare moments to contemplate his seven year reign or what his future will hold.

From ushering in a new council, elected in November, to fast tracking all the necessary paperwork for the indoor recreation centre funding, it has been a whirlwind farewell tour. “It is always a big job, connecting to a new council, helping them understand their roles and getting them familiar with all the

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rules and procedures,” Mr McShane said. “We were then busy finalising the application to the Federal Government for the funding and then putting the squeeze on the State Government.

What a lot of people don’t realise is how unheard of it is to get Federal and State governments cooperating on a project like this and to get the decisions made so quickly. Of course, there was a lot of background work done by a lot of people, but in the end, it all happened pretty quickly.” Mr McShane felt the city was “well armed and confident” when he, and Mayor Lynette Martin, met with Premier Steven Marshall and that confidence was well-founded, given the speed with which the South Australian Premier offered to write the $10million dollar cheque to go with the promised $15million from the Federal Government. “We now just want to get that locked away before May and the election,” he said. “We have to deliver what we have said we are going to deliver.”

And while the retiring CEO realises councils are often measured by the infrastructure projects they deliver, and he is certainly proud projects including the Rail Lands and Rail Trail, there is more than just bricks and mortar.

The removal of the old hospital and cleaning up of the iconic landmark site is one of those items Mr McShane has been able to tick off his to do list.

“Now that it’s gone people almost forget about it,” he said. “When I came here the building was appalling and a joke, it was Beirut on a hill. Fortunately

the council before I arrived, had the foresight to buy it and that enabled us to then transform it from being an eyesore. The Rail Lands can be a bit the same at times because people have erased from their memory what that rail corridor used to be like.” He also believes it is not just the transformation of the rail corridor that has been significant but the activation and engagement of the community to use the community space that has been key to the project’s success.

The renewal of the CBD over a four or five year period has also been significant and even down to the dog park. “That park is loved by people and dogs, of course,” he said.

The James Morrison Academy of Music was another task completed under the watch of Mr McShane, and another one of those tasks, that had to be fast tracked to make it happen. “That was a hell of a lot of work in a very short time frame but it worked,” he said.

And still in the arts and culture space, there was the takeover of the Riddoch Art Gallery, when the premier art space was on its knees and so close to having to close its doors.

“The art collection now belongs to the city instead of the State Government and it was a great deal,” Mr McShane said. “The State Government cut us as cheque for two million and then we handed it back to claim our artworks.

In fact, the increase in arts and cultural events, like the Fringe, has been amazing, as well.” The retiring city chief said proof these type of events were

working and generating interest was the increase in private sector support.

“Councils cannot do it all,” Mr McShane said. “Councils have to be about making sure there are things to do – not just bricks and mortar.”

And while his departure has him firmly in the spotlight, Mr McShane has been around local government long enough to know just how it all works.

“CEOs don’t do it by themselves,” he said. “You have councils that bring a broad strategic focus and then the role of the administration is to deliver on that to ensure outcomes

for the community.” What we have done over the past seven years, much of it has been extended from work done previously, We do stand on the shoulders of other who have come before.”

Above - Mount Gambier Mayor Lynette Martin wishes out going CEO Mark McShane all the best.

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BELL CHIMES IN ON DRUG & ALCOHOL DEBATE Member for Mount Gambier Troy Bell has called on the State Government to take action on community calls for a drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility for the region. Mr Bell’s comments come as a long-running petition with 3,771 signatures was tabled in the House of Assembly last week.

Addressing State Parliament, the Independent MP said the number of names on the petition was indicative of how strongly this issue resonates across the Limestone Coast region.

“The lack of adequate drug and alcohol addiction facilities and services has been an issue for this region for years and years, long before I became an MP,” he said. “Addiction doesn’t just impact the individual – it impacts families, friends, workplaces, the whole community.”

Mr Bell said he had looked into several service models and programs being delivered in regional towns, and had been in contact with the team behind the MATRIX program currently being trialled in the Riverland.

“This is an intensive outpatient program, which includes supported detoxification, education and opportunities for families and loved ones to be involved in the recovery process,” he said. “Dr Quentin Black and the PsychMed team work with the community to develop a model of treatment that suits the individual and the region in which they live.

Then you’ve got facilities such as Warrnambool’s Western Region Drug and Alcohol Centre (WRAD) which is a not-for-profit organisation that

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WRAD staff work collaboratively with other health-related professionals and organisations and provide a diverse range of services to meet the multiple needs of people with substance misuse problems.”

Mr Bell praised the ongoing work of the Substance Misuse Limestone Coast group, including Sophie Bourchier, Dr Judy Nagy, Sue Mutton and Sergeant Andy Stott, saying they were providing frontline training, lobbying for funding and most importantly, keeping the issue on the public agenda.

Any facility or services earmarked for the region should be equipped to handle a wide range of needs said Mr Bell, for both now and into the future.

“Who can predict what will be the

drug of choice in five years time?” he said. “Ice gets a lot of attention and deservedly so, but national statistics indicate that opiate use, including heroin and prescription drugs such as Oxycontin are on the rise. Alcohol is, and always has been, a major issue for Australians of all ages so we need a facility that can handle all these needs now, plus additional needs into the future.”

Mr Bell said there is ‘no one-size-fitsall approach’ to addressing substance misuse. “Every region’s needs are different,” said Mr Bell. “The programs and models are out there – now we need the financial backing and support of this State Government. This is an issue that transcends politics - we must all work together for solutions, for the good of the community.”

WELLNESS & WELLBEING FESTIVAL The Chronic Illness Limestone Coast Support Group is hosting a Wellness and Wellbeing Festival this Saturday.

It will include stalls with local products and services that assist in the mental, physical, and emotional health of the community, as well as presentations and workshops.

The lineup will include, but is not limited to, headspace, the Nourish Nook, Artsparks Healing and Arts, The Junction, with Lifeboat and Limestone Coast Meditation Community, and Kirk Health Solutions. The Chronic Illness Limestone Coast Support Group was started in April last year as a facebook group and now includes more than 60 members. They share posts, as well as have meet ups twice a month.

This will be the first event of the kind for the organisers but they’re hoping with enough community support and engagement, they’ll be able to expand on it in the future. The Wellness and Wellbeing Fesitval will be centred in the Mount Gambier City Hall from 10am-4pm, with presentations also the library, a relaxation area in the Cave Gardens, and the Farmers Market running as normal.

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POPULAR YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM ON OFFER If you know a young leader in your local community, now is your chance to nominate them to be a part of a dynamic youth program. Nominations are now open for the Western Bulldogs Leadership Project for students aged between 14 and 16 in the Glenelg Shire.

Established by the Western Bulldogs and Glenelg Shire Council in 2014, The Western Bulldogs Leadership Project (formerly Whitten Project) offers unique opportunities for young people to build confidence, make new friends and develop skills that will enable them to become future leaders in their community. The popular program, which received more than 70 nominations last year, is delivered over an intensive six month period and focuses on building capacity in skills such as teamwork, communication, goal setting and resilience. The Statewide program is currently implemented across 12

local government areas, including metropolitan and regional communities.

Previous program participant Maisie Sheehan was quick to encourage fellow youth to apply.

“Participating in the Western Bulldogs Leadership Project has been one of the most rewarding things I have done,” she said. “I gained so much confidence in myself and my abilities and, as a result of our community project we completed, I now have a greater understanding and appreciation of just what it takes to support our local community. I also made some lifelong friends along the way. I would highly recommend other students across the Glenelg Shire to consider this fantastic opportunity.” The Western Bulldogs Project is free and participants will be supported throughout the delivery of the project by the Glenelg Shire Council’s Youth Development team over the six month period. Interested individuals are encouraged to selfnominate or to ask a school teacher, sport or community club member, or council staff member to assist.

Nominations close February 28. To learn more, or to apply, visit the Western Bulldogs website at http://www. westernbulldogs.com.au/foundation/ youth-leadership/bulldogs-leadershipproject Above - Casterton’s Maisie Sheehan is encouraging her peers to apply Western Bulldogs Leadership Project.

NEW LOOK MORNING PROGRAM ANNOUNCED FOR SIR ROBERT HELPMANN THEATRE Four fantastic daytime concerts will take centre stage this year at Mount Gambier’s Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre as part of Mornings at the Helpmann 2019, previously Morning Melodies, presented by Country Arts SA. Enjoy wonderful shows and savour the full theatre experience without the late night. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a taste of sing-along, jazz, comedy, opera and classic musical nostalgia. Practically Perfect is the first performance in the morning program coming to the Helpmann Theatre on Wednesday, March 6, at 11am Practically Perfect takes a behind-thescenes look at Julie Andrews’ life both on and off the stage and screen. Enjoy a morning of nostalgic melodies from her most timeless films, including My Fair Lady, Mary Poppins and the King and I. Meanwhile, on Wednesday, May 15, at 11am all time icon and the undisputed king of rock and roll music in Australia. Jade Hurley OAM. will perform. From the minute Jade hits the

stage the audience has a lot of fun with him, laughing at his onstage antics and singing along to the classics, including Rockin’ All Over the World, Old Time Rock and Roll, Peggy Sue and Great Balls of Fire. An exciting showcase of timeless classics Gems of Jazz – performed by Gina Hogan - will hit the stage on Wednesday, July 3, at 11am. Listen to the songs made famous by Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, Dinah Washington, Nat King Cole and more. Gina’s compelling stage presence and beautiful ‘voice of many colours’ will leave you reminiscing and wanting more from this much-loved performer.

The morning program will end with a special performance from the Band of South Australian Police on Wednesday, October 30, at 11am. With multitalented instrumentalists and singers, this show will have something to please all tastes. Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre venue manager Frank Morello said he was looking forward to the morning program. “It is a pleasure to provide great morning entertainment to our patrons,” Mr Morello said. Tickets per performance are Adults $22, Groups of 6+ $20, Friends Club Member $20* or buy to all four morning performances for just $20 each, *transaction fees apply. The price includes a delicious complimentary morning tea before the show from 10am. To make a booking visit www.helpmanntheatre.com.au, phone (08)8723 8700 or visit the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre Box office, open Monday to Friday from 12.30pm to 4.30pm.

OPEN INSPECTIONS Complete Real Estate • For open times refer to www.completerealestate.com.au Gebhardts Real Estate • FRI 22nd 5.00-5.30 85 Crouch St South • FRI 22nd 5.00-5.30 10 Emerald Dr • SAT 23rd 9.00-9.30 23 McArthur St • SAT 23rd 9.30-10.00 11 Ellwood Crt • SAT 23rd 9.45-10.15 85 Crouch St South • SAT 23rd 10.15-10.45 13 Brolga St • SAT 23rd 10.30-11.00 9 Turnbull Dr • SAT 23rd 11.30-12.00 3 Holloway St Donovans @Realty Barry Ritter • SAT 23rd 10.00-10.30 5 Derwent Crt • SAT 23rd 10.45-11.15 5 Birkdale Crt Vicki Quinn Real Estate • SAT 23rd 10.30-11.00 4/2A Arbor Street Elders Real Estate • SAT 23rd 10.30-11.00 161 Pelican Point Rd, Pelican Point • SAT 23rd 1.00-1.30 8 Ellis St • SAT 23rd 1.45-2.00 16 Birdwood Ave • SAT 23rd 2.15-2.45 21 Stella Pl Malseeds Real Estate • SAT 23rd 9.00-9.30 11 Blackall St • SAT 23rd 9.45-10.15 5 Swallow Drv • SAT 23rd 10.30-11.00 87 Crouch St North • SAT 23rd 11.15-11.45 5 Naylor Plc • SAT 23rd 12.00-12.30 22 Wilson St • SUN 24th 10.30-11.00 73 William Rd, Worrolong @Realty Peter Dempsey • SAT 23rd 9.30-10.00 5 Laslett St • SAT 23rd 10.15-11.00 1 Savannah Crt

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SEACHANGE OR RETIREMENT 81 Must Street Portland

If you are looking for a sea-change or a place to retire, then here it is. This 1960's solid brick, two bedroom home has just been tastefully renovated throughout, providing the perfect holiday or permanent residence with easy care living.

The easy to clean bathroom and laundry is fitted with stylish anti-slip flooring. There is a carport at the side for convenience and at the rear of this large block is a shed big enough to accommodate two vehicles and workshop.

Located in a highly sought-after area it boasts a large stylish new kitchen equipped with new European cooking appliances which would put a smile on any good cook's face.

The property has well established fruit trees and large garden beds for those who wish to grow their own.

Adjoining the kitchen is a good sized dining area, both areas have exposed polished Baltic Pine Flooring. Coming off the dining area is a partially covered outside entertaining deck perfect for those BBQ times. With a new plush carpet installed in the remainder of the house including the generous sized lounge area that features a gas log fire with ornate mantle and cornices, main bedroom area is quite sizeable and has a large built-in robe with design doors, second bedroom also with built-ins.

$330,000

Gorman's Real Estate Agency 70 Henty Street, Casterton, Victoria Mobile: 0418 375 487 Phone: (03) 5581 1381 Email: gormansrealestate@bigpond.com Web: www.gormansrealestate.com.au

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1122M2 BLOCK

Suite 2/14 Helen Street, Mount Gambier SA 5290

www.gebhardts.com.au Ph 08 8725 5766

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$319,500

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85 Crouch Street South

10 Emerald Drive

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$319,500

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Dress circle location – only minutes from the picturesque Blue Lake. Solid construction with ornate features, tastefully updated, kitchen/bathroom/ OPEN OPEN laundry. Fantastic FRI SAT outdoor entertaining 5.00 - 5.30 9.45 - 10.15 area – be quick!

Fantastic value for money home in quiet cul-de-sac amongst other quality homes.

Plenty about this home to like. Come and see for OPEN yourself.

FRI 5.00 - 5.30

9 Turnbull Drive

13 Brolga Street

23 McArthur Street

2

4

11 Ellwood Court

$214,500

Affordable family living – tastefully renovated & presented home ideal for a growing family or investor. Large corner OPEN allotment & secure SAT yard. Loads of cover for 9.00 - 9.30 vehicles. Priced to sell.

3 Holloway Street Donovans

NEW

27 Victor Street

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1

$235,000-$240,000

Solid construction family home in the popular Birdsville area. Featuring four bedrooms, main bedroom with ensuite and built in robes.

OPEN Spacious kitchen/living/ SAT dining, formal lounge – 10.15 - 10.45 ticks all the boxes!

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$249,500

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$349,000

2

$395,000

5 West Street

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$335,000

It will capture your heart – this near new riverside cottage is the perfect compromise for a family. An impressive home to live in, only 600m OPEN to the Donovan’s Landing, 6km to all conveniences SAT at Nelson or a 20 minute 11.30 - 12.00 drive to Mount Gambier.

NEW

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$239,500

Positioned on a tidy corner allotment, three large bedrooms, updated kitchen, modern bathroom and laundry area.

Enjoy a solidly constructed home with all the modern features.

14 Kooringa Street

$195,000

Great first home or investment property, close to all amenities. Say goodbye to the landlord or become one! Inspect ASAP.

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30 Umpherston Street

Low maintenance luxurious home in the lakes precinct – Modern living at its best. Currently leased. Please phone for an inspection asap.

101 Kingsley Road, Allendale East

Approximately 5.5 acres of land zoned ‘Township’ offering potential to subdivide into 16 allotments S.T.C.C. Currently positioned on the land is a neat 3 bedroom home with an 8mx11m shed including power.

Endless possibilities!

2

$364,000

2

NEW PRICE $499,950

1A Naylor Place

Lovely north facing Mount Gambier stone home full of warmth and charm – a gorgeous family home. Beautiful timber kitchen, generous room sizes, outdoor entertaining & car cover.

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8

A wonderful country living lifestyle awaits. A generous home big on living space & entertaining areas. HUGE OPEN shedding, perfect for your caravan & boat.

SAT Solar panels, 3 phase 10.30 - 11.00

84 Lake Terrace East

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This beautiful home will impress the most discerning buyer, located close to St Martins Lutheran College & MacDonald OPEN Park Primary School – SAT 9.30 - 10.00 Inspect asap.

14 Houston Drive

NEW PRICE 4

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$299,500

It’s all about location. Tastefully updated and lovingly maintained, this solid stone home is perfect for those starting up or winding down. Easy care living and only a short stroll to shops, lakes area and city centre.

14 Bond Street

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$172,500

$329,500

Desirable lakes location. A spacious home fit for a growing family. Big bedrooms, big block & big living areas. Wonderful Northern view over the city & close to city centre and quality schools.

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$525,000

Location, position, quality and excellence! Bask in the luxury that this magnificent home has to offer. The property has been designed for the most discerning home owner with versatile living spaces to suit your family dynamic.

All on a generous north facing allotment overlooking a stunning reserve.

48 Glynn Drive, Nene Valley

2/25 Suttontown Road

Ideal for the first home buyer or investor, close to all amenities. A very well - maintained property, both inside and out. Currently leased at $230.00 per week. Will not buy better in this price range.

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$549,500

Your search for the perfect beachside home is soon to be over, once you step inside this superbly presented and extra spacious architecturally designed Seaside stunner! Don’t imagine a beach lifestyle, live it!

Haviland Court Port MacDonnell

$159,000

An affordable community title unit in small group of 2. Private rear unit with low maintenance grounds, generous living area, enclosed rear yard.

Leased @ $215 p/w until June 2019. An ideal investment.

Priced from $140,000 HAVILAND COURT • Lifestyle allotments within the Port MacDonnell township • Ranging between 1ha – 2ha • Services include power and Telstra • 12ft gate entrance with post and wire fencing • Fully bitumised road throughout • Allotments oh so close to the beach

1 Form apply online Gebhardts Property Management Suite 2/14 Helen Street, Mount Gambier www.gebhardts.com.au rentals@gebhardts.com.au Ph 8724 8088

1/7 Holder Street

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Avail now $115 per week

2/3 Kilsby Place

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Avail 5/4/19 $140 per week

39 Starline Place

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Avail 25/2/19 $275 per week

4 Tenterden St, Pt MacDonnell

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Avail now $295 per week

7 Max Young Drive

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Avail now $300 per week

13 Old Kent Court

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Avail now $330 per week

4 Tenison Drive

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Avail now $385 per week

9 Kyrenia Court

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Avail 15/3/19 $395 per week

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Avail now $475 per week

45 Sassanowsky Rd, Suttontown 3

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1/7 Holder Street

2/3 Kilsby Place

Avail Now 1 1 1 $115 pw •1 bedroom flat • Built in robe and access to bathroom/toilet from bedroom • Separate lounge with gas heating • Kitchen with gas cooking • Quiet location • Close to local shops • Enclosed small rear yard • Across from reserve • No Pets **INSPECTION SUBJECT TO APPLICATION APPROVAL**

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9 Kyrenia Court

Avail 5/4/19 1 1 1 $140 pw • 1 Bedroom flat with built in robe • Separate lounge • Separate kitchen with electric cooking • Quiet cul-de-sac •No Pets **INSPECTION SUBJECT TO APPLICATION APPROVAL**

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Avail 15/3/19 4 2 2 $395 pw • 4 bedrooms, main with WIR & ens • Entertainers kitchen/meals/family area • Spa bath • Under floor ducted gas heating • U/C entertainment area • 2 single garages • No Pets • Property on sales market **INSPECTION SUBJECT TO APPLICATION APPROVAL**

Suite 2/14 Helen Street, Mount Gambier SA 5290 Paul Chuck SALES 0409 541 113

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12 Callahan Place

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$529,000

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a 1,397m2 approx

The ultimate entertainer – A quality home & BIG on space. Boasting three generous living area, gourmet kitchen, huge outdoor entertaining & low maintenance self cleaning pool. Perfectly located for elevated sweeping views, no stone has been left unturned.

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$629,000

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$389,500

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Blue Lake Printworks

$70,000 + SAV

RENTALS 13 Old Kent Court

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$312,500

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33 Stiles Street

$229,000

Located a short walk to Mount Gambier CBD. Features include: 3 bedrooms all with BIR, renovated kitchen, near new bathroom & laundry, freshly painted and new carpets. This one has the lot!

Lot 15 McCormick Road OB Flat

Established for 25 years – Large client base. Selling and producing Australian Souvenir Products as well as the print shop. 3 carparks at the rear of the store + convenient side entrance from laneway. Too many facets to this business to list.

NEW

Exceptional family home offering sweeping city views. Four large bedrooms all with built in robes.

Spacious north facing formal lounge.

Desirably close to Reidy Park Primary School & Tenison Woods College.

4 Peake Street

Live the high life in this elevated stylish property with gorgeous views.

If size matters then this big beautiful home will tick all the boxes. Fantastic shedding/storage on offer. Inspect now!

$110,000

5 Bond Street

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Situated on a touch over three acres comprising four bedrooms, luxurious ensuite, classy kitchen meals family, two further living spaces, double garage under main roof plus 9 x 6 colorbond shed – a modern masterpiece!

18 Cobblestone Court

NEW

A large allotment just 600m to Donovan’s Landing. Power and STEDS connections passing. Quality and developing location, only 6km to Nelson or a 20 minute drive to Mount Gambier. Call your builder today!

2 Bruins Road Wandilo

4

1 Holloway Street Donovans

$159,500

a 5,000m2

Fantastic acreage allotment measuring 5,000m2 (approx) electricity and water both connected plus post & wire fencing. Well positioned south of the city.

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$339,500

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This appealing two storey residence has a welcoming atmosphere and a great combination of warmth and charm, all in all the perfect family home located in the popular Lakes precinct.

$379,000

REDUCED

$190,000

Great central unit located in a quiet group of three. Currently leased. Ideal investment to add to your portfolio.

Inspect asap!

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4/4 Underwood Avenue

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1

$189,000 - $199,000

Located in a quiet & small complex, offering 2 large bedrooms, formal lounge with gas heating, neat & private rear yard. Single garage UMR. Fantastic location within walking distance to Collins Court Shopping Complex.

27 Gwendoline Street

5 bedrooms all with built in robes, main with ensuite and walk in robe.

Spacious kitchen/living/dining + large formal living.

3/25 John Street

NEW

8 Truman Street

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2

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REDUCED

$449,000

This impressive Return Verandah Villa is situated on a coveted 1398m2 (approx.) corner allotment an easy walking distance to the Blue Lake and the city’s cafes, Restaurants and great shopping.

Held in the same Family for nearly 100 years – Act now to secure your dream home!

27 Tumut Drive

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NEW

6-101 Jubilee Hwy East

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1

1

$139,500

Very spacious unit in a great complex close to all amenities. Located at the rear with a great private back yard.

Currently leased – nest or invest!

NEW

10/18 Yeates Street

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1

1

$259,500

This stylish & spacious unit is located in a fantastic complex within easy walking distance to the City centre.

Many features including a superb covered entertaining area, room for extra car/caravan. VIP – Very impressive!

2C Clezy Crescent

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1

1

$247,500

Community titled homette – three bedrooms, two with built in robes.

Modern kitchen/living/dining – spacious formal lounge. Enclosed patio, single garage UMR – ticks all the boxes!

5 Wilson Street

$169,000

An ideal investment – add this home to your portfolio. Parkland outlook, long term tenant, outdoor entertaining & detached shedding.

Close to schools & shops.

Vacant Land 1,500m2

$199,500

Vacant Land in excess 1,500m2 (approx) with a 17.49 frontage (approx). Schools, shopping & sporting venues at your door.

A rare & exceptional central surprise!

1 Form apply online Gebhardts Property Management Suite 2/14 Helen Street, Mount Gambier www.gebhardts.com.au rentals@gebhardts.com.au Ph 8724 8088

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78B Sea Parade, Port MacDonnell

• 2/2 James Street • 66 Sturt Street • 23-25 Commercial Street West Avail Now 3

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$330 pw

• 3 bedrooms, main with walk in robe & ensuite, built in robes in others • Spacious kitchen/living/dining area with gas cooktop and dishwasher • Separate lounge • Ducted gas heating, reverse cycle air con and ceiling fans • Single garage under main roof with remote access • Separate double garage with workshop area • Large undercover outdoor entertaining area • Fully fenced and secure yard with low maintenance garden •No pets **INSPECTION SUBJECT TO APPLICATION APPROVAL**

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• 78B Sea Parade, Port MacDonnell

• Approximately 47.5 metres square • Large open flexible floor plan • Front and rear access to building • Rear parking area • Store room

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• Area approx. 300 square metres, upstairs area approx. 74 square metres • Ideal for retail • Consisting of downstairs 3 consulting rooms, store room, separate office area with work stations, filing room, open floor area with 2 counter areas. Upstairs has an office, large store area, lunch room & toilet • Quality fixtures & fittings • Zoning city centre • POA

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Commercial • Prominent seafront location overlooking boat ramp and car park • Modern and well fitted store • Large floor area, flexible layout, 177 sqm floor area • Opportunity for a diverse range of business • Long term lease available • POA

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6 FIMMELL COURT, MOUNT GAMBIER

$359,000 4

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RLA 204710

4/2A ARBOR STREET

$235,000

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STYLISH, COMFORTABLE, SECURE & CONVENIENT

Do you want to live in a new home without having to deal with the hassle of building? Well, the hard work has been done for you. This 7-yearold home is situated in the quiet street of Fimmell Court, this is a rare opportunity to move into a well-designed home. Walk through the front door to find a light filled second living area on your right. The master bedroom is spacious and features a roomy ensuite. Built in cupboards.

The rest of the bedrooms all have built in robes and a large main bathroom with separate toilet. The open plan kitchen/living/ dining area is the social hub of the house. The kitchen features gas cooktop & gas oven, dishwasher & plenty of cupboard space. With a reverse cycle split system and sense of spaciousness compliment the area. The area extents to a large outdoor alfresco area overlooking the irrigated lawns.

The yard is perfect for children and or pets with secure fencing and offers rear yard access with plenty of room for the caravan and trailer. The property also offers a small rain water tank, garden shed and a cleared space for a larger shed. With stylish interiors, a striking façade and practical layout, this property would be perfect for a family or couple looking for a long-term home.

102 GRAY STREET

$549,000 3

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BOASTING LOCATION AND GREAT LOOKS

More than just another homette. This stunning property has had a complete makeover. Gorgeous living areas in grey and white, gas cooking. Split system reverse cycle heating cooling. 2 double size bedrooms both with built in robes. Internal access from the garage with remote roller door. Lovely outdoor entertaining undercover. There’s not much not to love about this ripper. Walk to pop up bars at the Railway Precinct from this blue chip location.

21 TURNBULL DRIVE

$529,000

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STUNNING FAMILY HOME ON AN ACRE

Vicki Quinn has pleasure offering for sale this immaculate family home nestled on an acre of gorgeous gardens with room for the kids to roam free. With a unique floorplan, the home is comprises of 4 bedrooms, a dedicated office, formal lounge and an open plan kitchen, dine and family area. The timber kitchen has loads of bench space, dishwasher, induction cook top and a large walk in pantry. Overlooking gardens, the main bedroom is a great size and offers a Large walk in robe and ensuite, complete with a 2 person spa bath. Sliding doors spill from the family room to the superb outdoor entertaining, sheltered by zip track blinds. Ducted Reverse cycle heating/cooling throughout the home is powered by 3 Phase, ensuring cost effective comfort all year round. Vehicle access is available to the double colorbond shed (approx. 6M X 9M). With power in the rear yard.

Outstanding Character In City Location Main bathroom with spa and European laundry. Formal lounge with ambient gas log heating. Reading room/office North facing. Open plan dine/kitchen and family offering loads of natural light, heating and cooling. Stone benchtops in the antique white kitchen. Sliding doors spill from the dining to undercover deck ideal for. entertaining which overlooks the immaculate rear yard. Offering a double carport plus double rear shed with power. Perfect for the red wine collection is the cellar under the rear of the home.

Gorgeous stunning features throughout, presentation inside and out is nothing short of first class.

Inspection by appointment.

Please phone Vicki on 0417 804 782

2 HUNTINGDALE COURT

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ABSOLUTE PERFECTION IN MAX YOUNG PARK

No stone has been left unturned in the presentation of this immaculate 4-bedroom home, elevated and situated on a corner allotment. North facing windows in the open plan kitchen/dine/family allow for loads of natural light to filter through, lush gardens are an aspect from virtually every window of the home. 2Pak cabinetry in the kitchen blend nicely with the stainless-steel appliances. The main bedroom features a spacious walk in robe and ensuite, whilst the remaining bedrooms all have built in robes.

For convenience the main bathroom is 3 way, ideal for the family or guests. Quality windows furnishings adorn the formal and informal living areas, giving the home an incredible richness yet a real feeling of home. Internal access is available through the double garage with remote roller doors, in addition there is a rear workshop with power ideal for the man who loves to tinker.

Ducted gas heating and a split system reverse cycle unit as both on offer, ensuring year-round comfort at home. Rarely will you find a solid home with 9-foot ceilings in this estate, located oh so close to Saint Martin’s (R to 12) Lutheran School and the city centre.

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2/29 VICTORIA TERRACE LEASED AT $240 P/W

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This appealing unit will ideally suit anyone looking for a low maintenance, exciting lifestyle being only a couple of minutes’ walk to the main street & equally as close to the bustling cafes & restaurants. The why to buy: • 2 spacious bedrooms • Master bedroom has a built-in robe • Fully renovated bathroom with separate toilet • Delightful kitchen with gas cooking & spacious pantry • Open plan kitchen lounge/ dining • Mitsubishi Reverse cycle split system

4 WINFIELD COURT LEASED AT $265 P/W

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MODERN COURTYARD HOME – OFFERS INVITED

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Situated in a quiet location, this 1994 build 3-bedroom homette residence will appeal to various home buyers, downsizing, starting up or simply look for the perfect investment. 3 good sized bedrooms all with BIR. Generous lounge room. Timber kitchen with LG dishwasher & dining area. Three-way bathroom with access to the main bedroom.

Fully repainted. Brand new carpet & bamboo timber floors through out. Mitsubishi reverse cycle split system. Private rear yard with custom made outdoor blinds. Garden shed.

Located in the Finchley Grove development within a short walk to a shopping centre and eateries. This 3 bedroom courtyard home is styled with neutral colourings throughout. Open plan kitchen/dining area with gas cooktop and dishwasher. 3 large bedrooms, all with BIR. Three-way bathroom with separate bath and shower. Large laundry with loads of storage space.

Gas ducted heating throughout + split system in the lounge room. Single remote garage with internal access.

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3/7 ARBOR STREET, MOUNT GAMBIER MOTIVATED VENDOR

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Situated in a superb street, is this 2-bedroom unit, which is a perfect started for a young professional or investor. The open plan living/ dining and kitchen provides an ideal living space and comforted with a reverse cycle split system. With an updated kitchen, new vinyl flooring and carpet through. The bathroom is modern and offers a shower, vanity and toilet. Coming off the bathroom is the separate laundry which has access to the courtyard area. Ideally located close to parks, schools, shopping and walking distance to the rail lands. Currently leased at $160 per week until January 2019.

RENTAL OF THE WEEK 16 SUNNYSIDE DRIVE

Available Now @ $320 p/wk 4 1 2 A 30 second walk to the Blue Lake

Property Sales & Home Staging A: 32 Bay Road Mount Gambier P: 08 8723 3416 www.key2sale.com.au

Gail Richards SALES M: 0409 268 199

RLA 282 450

Al Lamond SALES M: 0418 849 266

Abby Hepburn SALES M: 0419 673 350

Sharne Evans Alanna Guthridge CLIENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATION P: 08 8723 3416 P: 08 8723 3416

6 Sunnyside Drive, Mount Gambier

8 Tallarook Court, Mount Gambier Open

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NEW > LAKES LOCATION

NEW > 4 BED FAMILY HOME WITH GREAT SHEDDING

This one owner home offers a spacious lounge with s/combustion wood heating, large kitchen/dining area with gas cooking & dishwasher, opening onto an inviting raised pergola area, offering beautiful southerly views over the city. The master bedroom features WIR with ensuite and is located convenient to the 2nd living area. Remaining bedrooms are located towards the rear of the home, featuring a central main bathroom, offering separate powder area, laundry & toilet. Extras include gas ducted heating, solar system & r/c split air conditioning. Outside features include a large rear yard (ideal for children & pets), low maintenance landscaped gardens, single car garage UMR, rear yard access, large 12m x 7m Colorbond shed with concrete, power & toilet. An outstanding feature of the property is the “Man Cave” adjoining the shed, offering an excellent BBQ area with pizza oven. An exceptional home for investors, families or first home buyers, looking for a carefree lifestyle.

$339,000 Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 20 HAYES CRESCENT, MT GAMBIER

$179,000

Start your day with a walk around the Blue Lake and come home to this spacious family home positioned in the popular lakes precinct. Inside offers 3 bedrooms main with WIR and the other two with BIR’s, spacious bathroom with spa bath, shower & vanity plus separate toilet and laundry. Plenty of living space for all of the family with a beautifully appointed kitchen / dining area, lounge and study or fourth bedroom, both North facing capturing plenty of natural light. A huge games room with r/c split system is ideal for the teenagers in the family & has plenty of room for the 8 ball table and space to relax and watch a movie. The semi enclosed pergola area plus huge enclosed outdoor room (originally a double carport) could be easily converted back for vehicle parking, if required. Minimal backyard maintenance with artificial turf and a lovely northerly outlook make this property one worth inspection.

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33 MONTEBELLO DRIVE, MT GAMBIER

$319,000 Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

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NEW PRICE 38 HEAVER DRV, MT GAMBIER $209,000-$219,000

NEW PRICE 20 COBBLESTONE COURT, MT GAMBIER $495,000

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Great first home or investment property!

Three bedrooms (main with built in robes) Cosy lounge with s/c wood heating.

Revamped eat-in kitchen with walk in pantry, dishwasher and electric cooking.

- Huge rumpus room.

- 2 carports, single stone garage plus paved undercover pergola.

- A small low maintenance courtyard garden with garden shed.

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

NEW PRICE 22 ASH CRT, MT GAMBIER $425,000-$435,000

Open

FRIDAY 5.30-6.00

FRIDAY 5.30-5.50

$195,000

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FRIDAY 5.00-5.20

- Unique outlook of the Mount, with exclusive modern style and sophistication - 2 spacious living areas, providing plenty of room for the growing family - Split level alfresco dining area with a beautiful outlook - 4 roomy bedrooms with stylish fixtures and fittings - Prime location close to University Precinct and recreational reserves Contact Gail 0409 268 199 or Al 0418 849 266 4 2 2

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NEW PRICE 2 FINNIS STREET, MT GAMBIER

Open

FRIDAY 5.00-5.30

- Updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, ready for the first home buyer or investor.

- Features include main bedroom with WI robe & ensuite, bedrooms 2 & 3 with BIR’s, galley kitchen with WI pantry, 2 living areas, r/c air conditioning, plus low maintenance flooring throughout.

- Astute investors, add this property to your investment portfolio - This home would suit an investor or retiree

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THURSDAY 5.00-5.20

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

Sara O'Connor SALES M: 0438 708 281

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NEW PRICE 4 GLENMONT CRES, MT GAMBIER $285,000

Open

FRIDAY 5.40-6.10

SATURDAY 9.00-9.30

- Three bedroom home boasts a light and bright lounge with floating floorboards & r/c split system and open plan kitchen / dining with servery - Outside offers an undercover entertaining area, carport with remote access and direct entry to the backyard - 7m x 9m shed with remote access and lights providing extra storage for the toys

- Perfectly designed & positioned on an elevated block with beautiful landscaped gardens - Huge living area that curves right arounf to the front door providing formal & informal areas to relax & unwind - Stunning two pak kichen with granite benchtops, quality stainless steel appliances & loads of cupboard space - Double car garage • In conjunction with Gebhardts

- The ultimate entertainer, this classy home is perfect for a family in need of a low maintenance lifestyle with all the luxuries of modern living - Magnificent open plan living space with the chef’s kitchen including large butler’s pantry with additional oven.

- Semi-enclosed alfresco dining area with timber decking, pizza oven and patio blinds.

- Attractive family home, located on a corner allotment, in the highly sought after Conroe Heights area - Featuring three large bedrooms, main with WIR and ensuite and remaining bedrooms all with BIR’s - Offering gas log fire and split system cooling - Outside features include undercover entertaining area, single garage UMR including internal and remote access.

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

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NEW PRICE 42 LAKE TCE WEST, MT GAMBIER $399,500

Open

- Large 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom family home with two large living areas.

- Additional spacious visitor’s quarters including 2 bedrooms, bathroom, living room and dedicated study.

- Huge 10kW solar system.

- Enormous 80m2 enclosed entertainment area with outdoor kitchen, O.F.P & wood pizza oven.

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

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33 LAKE TERRACE WEST, MT GAMBIER

SATURDAY 9.45-10.15

- Stunning upstairs renovation including North facing balcony with amazing views.

- Open plan living area with new kitchen with electric cooking and gas heating and new r/c air conditioner - Huge master suite offers WIR and stunning ensuite.

- Pretty terraced gardens of lush foliage and hedges providing picturesque and private surrounds.

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NEW PRICE 3 CHANTILLY PL, MT GAMBIER $595,000 - $615,000

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- Attractive low maintenance family home, located in highly sought after area, close to both St Martins and McDonald Park Primary School - Offering four bedrooms, main with ensuite and built in robes in two of the remaining bedrooms - Timber kitchen includes dishwasher, walk in pantry, electric over & gas cooktop

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SATURDAY 10.15-10.45 - City lights and Blue Lake beauty with a living area with views that rival the best - Roomy bedrooms, a charming bathroom, study or fourth bedroom and a kitchen that’s quaint and cute - Extra’s include slow combustion wood fire, r/c air conditioning, french doors, huge 3 bay shed and front and rear property access

Property Sales & Home Staging A: 32 Bay Road Mount Gambier P: 08 8723 3416 www.key2sale.com.au

Gail Richards SALES M: 0409 268 199

RLA 282 450

8 HAKEA STREET, MT GAMBIER

$325,000

38 CURRAWONG CRES, MT GAMBIER

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Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

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NEW PRICE 9 HENTY STREET, MT GAMBIER

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$239,000

Luxurious 5 bedroom home 2 spacious living areas Sophisticated alfresco area Huge garage with storeroom and workshop Stunning street appeal with commanding views Located close to the iconic Blue Lake walking trail, reserve and schools 5

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NEW 271A PELICAN POINT ROAD, PELICAN POINT

Sharne Evans Alanna Guthridge CLIENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATION P: 08 8723 3416 P: 08 8723 3416

NEW 16 RACKETTS ROAD, PELICAN POINT

$269,000

Open

SATURDAY 12.00-12.30

- Offering 3 newly carpeted bedrooms, all contains built-in robes - Open plan kitchen/dining/family living space with gorgeous floating floorboards - The stunning kitchen offers gas cooking, dishwasher, breakfast bar & pantry - Updated bathroom with new shower screen, bath and modern vanity. Separate toilet.

- Spectacular brick home located in the township of Pelican Point, within seconds of the seafront & 20 minutes drive from Mt Gambier - Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 with BIR’s, superb open plan living area, modern kitchen with gas cooking and ample cupboard space - Outside features a large s/car garage with remote & internal access with drive through access to a large 9m x 6m shed with concrete, power & toilet

Contact Sara O'Connor 0438 708 281

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

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NEW PRICE 16 GADEN STREET, MT GAMBIER $209,000

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SATURDAY 12.30-1.00

SATURDAY 12.45-1.15

- Charming 3 bedroom stone home in a convenient and central location.

- Three bedrooms all with BIR’s, cosy lounge room with s/c wood heating.

- Renovated kitchen/dining featuring double oven with overhead mantle and breakfast bar.

- Large bathroom with claw foot bath, vanity and toilet.

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NEW PRICE 39 PASCOE ROAD, PT MACDONNELL $729,500

- Outstanding coastal residence with exceptional shedding.

• Massive 10mx18m double bay shed with 3.4m clearance roller doors perfect for boating and caravan enthusiasts.

• Five bedroom home - master bedroom with WIR and ensuite.

• Beautiful living area with chef’s kitchen including walk-in pantry & granite benchtops • Huge indoor alfresco area perfect for all year round entertaining which has a distinctive coastal vibe.

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199 5 2 6

49 BERTHA STREET, MT GAMBIER

$549,000

HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS CLOSING FRIDAY 8th MARCH 2019, 12 NOON (if not sold prior) - Impressive two storey, 4-bedroom home with outstanding views of the Southern Ocean - Appealing modern kitchen, features island bench, walk-in pantry, electric cooking and dishwasher - Master bedroom features walk-in robe and ensuite with double shower, vanity and toilet Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 4 3 3

135 CEMETERY ROAD, KALANGADOO

$559,000

- Located just 25 minutes from Mt Gambier is this outstanding home situated on 21 acres - Beautifully renovated wet areas including stunning main bathroom with freestanding bath and huge ensuite with WI shower and underfloor heating - Extensive shedding includes double garage UMR plus three bay shed with workshop and walk in cool room Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

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VILLA MONT - 20537 RIDDOCH HWY, MIL LEL $649,000

- This stunning property is situated in one of the city’s most sought after areas and provides you with peace of mind with state of the art security features - Offering three bedrooms, the master suite is luxuriously finished off with resort style ensuite featuring spa bath, double vanity and frameless double shower - The open space living area with gorgeous Jarrah floorboards

- Located just a 5 minute drive from Mount Gambier on five acres • The main residence includes a beautiful living space and three bedrooms plus self-contained studio featuring kitchenette, living space and a loft bedroom with ensuite currently used for boutique accommodation

Contact Sara O'Connor 0438 708 281

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

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18 WEHL STREET SOUTH, MT GAMBIER

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- Built in 2011 this beautifully presented family home offers style, size, space, storage & shedding!

- Huge tiled open plan living area with stylish kitchen and an additional children’s play room - Loads of vehicle parking including double car garage UMR plus rear yard access to a 9m x 7.5m colorbond shed with 2.5m clearance, power & concrete floor.

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

21 HILLTOP AVE, MT GAMBIER

$499,000-$519,000

- Perfectly designed and positioned on an elevated block to take in the wonderful southerly views.

- A spacious and light filled living area providing formal and informal areas to relax and unwind.

- The kitchen offers Induction cooktop, electric wall oven, dishwasher and large walk-in pantry - A separate office will provide the perfect space to work without distraction Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 5 2 2

23 ANNETTE STREET, MT GAMBIER

$799,000

- Magnificent 2 storey family home in a private location, within walking distance to the Marketplace Shopping Centre and the Mt Gambier Hospital.

- Stunning Blackwood timber kitchen with dishwasher, electric cooking & WI pantry.

- Other features include formal dining area, plus separate lounge, ideal as a billiard or home theatre room and 8 person indoor swim spa.

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 4 3 6

1/23 ELIZABETH STREET, MT GAMBIER

$249,000

- Located within walking distance to the CBD and Railway Complex - Low maintenance property, perfect for first home buyers or investors - Neat & tidy 2 bedroom home offering kitchen with gas cooking, spacious lounge with gas log fire, updated bathroom, separate laundry and undercover parking - The secure rear yard offers spacious pergola and wood shed Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

7 BROLGA STREET, MT GAMBIER

Abby Hepburn SALES M: 0419 673 350

SATURDAY 12.00-12.30

SATURDAY 11.45-12.15

- Delightful split level home offering top quailty fixtures & fittings throughout, plus elevated views of the city - Timber kitchen with gas/electric cooking & dishwasher, adjoining dining area with large family room - 3 - 4 bedrooms, including master with BIR & ensuite - Outside features include detached double garage offering a lined office & workshop area plus s/car garaging with remote door

Sara O'Connor SALES M: 0438 708 281

Open

Open

SATURDAY 11.15-11.45

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

$575,000

Al Lamond SALES M: 0418 849 266

- Solid brick & title home located close to Tenison Woods College & West Gambier Football Club - Offering three bedrooms (two with built in robes) & two living areas - New kitchen, featuring quality appliances with gas/electric cooking, dishwasher and walk-in pantry - Additional extra include new flor coverings, ceiling fans, rverse cycle air conditioning, gas heating & large aluminium windows

$209,000

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14 JOHNSON COURT, MT GAMBIER

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$279,000

- Offering three good sized bedrooms with the master bedroom boasting walk-in robe, ensuite and bay window.

- Have your morning coffee at the breakfast bar or out under the lovely paved pergola and courtyard, which spills out from the second living space.

- With unique two street access to the property, there is a second shed and carport which face Griffiths Street and this is where you can store your pop top caravan or extra vehicles.

Contact Sara O'Connor 0438 708 281 3 2 3

22 TENISON DRIVE, MT GAMBIER

$839,000

- The epitome of family living at one of Mount Gambier's finest addresses.

- Approximately 70 squares in size, the home provides a large family space and a relaxing sanctuary to come home to.

- Four bedrooms under the main roof including luxurious master suite plus detached studio with bathroom and WIR. - Superbly renovated kitchen plus formal lounge and theatre rooms.

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

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4/55 JUBILEE HWY EAST, MT GAMBIER

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$85,000

- A great property in a central location.

- Offering 3 bedrooms, open plan kitchen/dining with electric cooking, adjoining lounge with r/c air conditioning, plus a separate bathroom, laundry and WC. - Single garage provides convenient undercover parking.

- Featuring a low maintenance courtyard, ideal for BBQ's or extra storage.

- Delightful two bedroom stone unit, located at the rear of the complex - Features include large lounge with gas heating and outside awning, kitchen/meals area with gas cooking, bathroom with shower and toilet and laundry - Outside offers single carport with undercover access to the front door

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

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Chris Manser

Garth Manser

Elisha Beare

Bernie Manser

Real Estate & Livestock sales

Real Estate & Livestock Sales

Real Estate Sales Property Management

Property Management

0417 414 127

0417 071 180

0407 213 023

08 8723 6866

chris@gtlivestock.com.au

garth@gtlivestock.com.au

elisha@gtlivestock.com.au

property@gtlivestock.com.au RLA 280309

Ph 08 8723 6866 | Fax 08 8723 3809 | 50 James Street, Mount Gambier | admin@gtlivestock.com.au | www.gtlivestock.com.au 490 Kennedy Road, Glencoe 2 Parkway Ave, Mount Gambier

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4 Tanglewood Crescent, Mount Gambier 490 Kennedy Road, Glencoe

AVAILABLE TO RENT 15/02/19 $330.00 PER WEEK

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PRIME DAIRYING PROPERTY

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1 person operated, 32 cow rotary dairy fully computerised Fullwood milking plant and heat me heat and health detec on system, currently milking 210 head, Producing up to 125,000 milk solids annually, 50KA backup generator, separate calf raring shed with auto calf feeder.

Other Property Features include 315 acres across 3 Titles, 150 acres of irriga on, watered by 2 pivots, Water licence of approx 400 megs with water monitors installed for effec ve water use, 3 equipped bores, central laneway allowing easy access to 19 well fenced paddocks, large machinery shed, show shed and large hay shed 102 solar panels installed and solar hot water for dairy and house, Health status Dairy score 10.

THE HOME - Tastefully renovated whilst s ll preserving many original features. 4 large Bedrooms main with walk in robe and en-suite, main bathroom servicing the remaining three bedrooms, colonial style mber kitchen with an induc on cooktop, dishwasher, large pantry, ample cupboard space and overlooks the spacious dining / living area. Other features of the home include a formal lounge, reverse cycle ducted hea ng and cooling, 12 foot ceilings, spectacular lead light front door and a remarkable verandah with rear decking.

$465,000 - EXPANSIVE FAMILY LIVING

This excep onal family home is located on a double 1774 m2 allotment in the Conroe Heights area and offers spacious family living and a func onal floor plan with many rare extras. The solid built, brick and le home offers large open plan living, with areas to retreat if required.

The sizable kitchen overlooks the generous dining & family areas and features electric cooking, a walk- in pantry, a double sink, dishwasher with ample cupboard and bench space. The main bathroom features a bath & shower with a separate vanity area, a separate toilet which services three of the 4 spacious bedrooms. The main bedroom offers a walk-in wardrobe with built in robes in two of the remaining three bedrooms. One of the rari es within this property is the fully self-contained flat/unit located under the main roof. This amazing area offers a bedroom, spacious lounge area, mber kitchen, bathroom with shower, vanity and a toilet plus reverse cycle air condi oning. This unique component of the home would be perfect to house visitors, a family member you care for, a boarder or would be the perfect teenager’s retreat. Other features of this spectacular home include a dedicated office with a built in desks and overhead storage, a formal lounge room, a large laundry with cupboard space, reverse cycle ducted air condi oning, an undercover outdoor entertaining area with spectacular views, 2 x double car garages under the main roof with internal access located at each end of the home, one with a toilet and vanity and 3 remote roller doors, a 9 x 6 workshop with cement floor and power and a 4m x 9m x 3m high caravan enclosure with power & zip track blinds.

5 Jenkins Street, Mount Gambier

7 John Fallas Drive, Compton

NEW PRICE

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SUNDAY 12.00-12.30PM

$219,000

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SPACIOUS FAMILY LIVING ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF TOWN This warm, welcoming family home occupies an elevated 4.17 acre allotment and is located just minutes from Mount Gambier. If space, privacy and magnificent views are what you dream of, this spacious and func onal home will not disappoint.

Features of the home include three large bedrooms, the main with ensuite & WIR, and BIRs in the remaining two bedrooms. A large open plan kitchen and meals area with electric cooking, dishwasher and walk in pantry overlooks the paved undercover alfesco area, perfect for entertaining family and friends with spectacular views. The sizable rumpus/family room offers more space to entertain or a fantas c games room for teenage kids. Other a ributes of the home include a separate toilet, a generous laundry, a centrally located slow combus on wood heater & reverse cycle air condi oning, Outside offers 3 x 9000gallon rain water tanks, a fully equipped bore, 15m x 7.5m shed with 2 remote roller doors, 5kw solar system, hay shed/horse float shed, 3 horse shelters, a chook run and a round yard.

16 Coral Cove, Port MacDonnell

9 Duigan Street, Mount Gambier

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Lot 12 Glenelg River Road, OB Flat

$169,000

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$87,500

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MOUNT GAMBIER REGION SPECIALIST

0418 854 393 OPEN E HOM

7 LANGE STREET MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 1 BATH I 1 CAR

2 SUNNYSIDE DRIVE MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

5 LASLETT STREET MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 1 BATH I 2 CAR

6 TENISON DRIVE MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 10 CAR

INSPECTION WILL IMPRESS $275,000 Check at this beautifully presented home, ideal for the young family or couple. Timber floors flow the house, with an open kitchen meals family area, plus large lounge, complemented with gas heating and split system air-conditioning. 3 beds 2 with built in robes.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION $399,950 What a wonderful property to come on to the market.

Ideal for the baby boomer, retiree, or professional couple. This home has been architecturally designed to complement it’s great loaction on the side of the blue lake. Features include cathedral ceilings.

AFFORDABLE FAMILY HOME $199,500 Check out this affordable stone and tiled roof home with heaps of extras. This attractive 3 bedroom home has 2 with robe, upgraded bathroom, separate kitchen and meals area, lounge room complemented by gas log fire.

Open: Saturday - 9:30am - 10:00am

THE BEST ADDRESS $629,000 Make family life a breeze with perfect family home located in the popular tenison drive, having the southeasts premier private school at your back door step. Set on aproximate 2 acres of parklike gardens featuring tennis court, approx. 85 litres of rain water.

32 ST ANDREWS DRIVE MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

9 KYRENIA COURT MT GAMBIER 5 BED I 2 BATH I 3 CAR

2/11 ALISON STREET MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

25 ELDRIDGE DRIVE WORROLONG 4 BED I 2 BATH I 3 CAR

GOLFERS PARADISE $429,000 Home and land package with view’s of the golf course, will give the new owners the feeling of freedom and enjoyment. Ideal for the busy family, retiree or professional couple. Reverse cycle air-conditioning, open plan living butlers pantry, alfresco area.

ENERGY EFFICIENT - INSPIRED HOME $449,000 The moment you walk in to this split level architectural designed home gives you the feeling of something special and different. Located in the popular st martins area, this home boasts 4 or 5 bedrooms as the 5th could be used as a music room or gym.

STUNNING TOWNHOUSE $345,000 Looking for a low maintenance, easy living lifestyle this beautifully appointed townhouse is well worth an inspection. Open meals family area has a quality kitchen, looking to large north facing windows, showing a covered patio area, and small yard ideal for a pet.

LIFESTYLE, FAMILY, GOLF $440,000 - 460,000 Fantastic location backing on to the mount gambier golf course. Well established property with fruit trees, gardens and good shedding. 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 2 living areas, slow combustion heating plus split system air conditioning, 45000 litres rain water, solar power.

OPEN E HOM

17 NAVAJO DRIVE MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 3 CAR

1 SAVANNAH COURT MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 4 CAR

IMPRESSIVE CLASS AND GRAND $535,000 The heading says it all, an impressive home with a touch of class, being of solid contruction, and grand looking home positioned on an elevated allotment. High ceilings, ornate bulkheads, quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Formal lounge and dining areas.

Be impressed with this one of a kind designed luxury home overlooking parks and gardens. Designed for family and entertaining in mind. Impressive on the outside and perfect on the inside. High ceilings, ducted reverse cycle airconditioning, and quality fixture fittings throughout. 4 living areas including theater room, games room, kitchen meals living.

Open: Saturday - 10:15am - 11:00am

ALL YOU COULD WISH FOR

26 BLUEBELL DRIVE MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

$565,000

SIMPLY THE BEST $649,500 Stunning is the best way to describe this home. On entering you know this home is something special.

Exclusively designed so you can see how design, aesthetics, material and technology can make a difference to a home. Resort style bathrooms.

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31 LONGMIRE TERRACE MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 3 CAR

46 ST ANDREWS DRIVE MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

PERFECT FAMILY HOME $379,500 A must inspect as this home ticks all the boxes as a family home. Located on elevated allotment in a quite street.

Feature of the home is open family living with a huge kitchen meals family area. Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. High ceilings, new floor coverings.

Ideal for the golfer or just the luxury of open spaces and views, then this property is for you. The 5th fairway of the prestigious mt gambier golf club is at you rear door. This beautiful family home, with open plan living, theatre room, classy wet areas, stunning kitchen with stone bench tops and soft close draws.

Master bedroom with huge walk in robe, and spacious en-suite. Open: Saturday - 11:15am - 11:45am

LUXURY ON THE FAIRWAY

28 SUTTONTOWN ROAD MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 1 BATH I 2 CAR

5-7 ROOK ROAD MT GAMBIER 6 BED I 2 BATH

MAEK AN OFFER $175,000 Perfect for development (sca) flipper, renovator for the people who would like to get ahead. Solid stone home with good size living areas, slow combustion heating.

Walk in pantry, electric kitchen, large backyard with 2 great access. Double garage and workshop.

2 FOR THE PRICE OF 1 $249,500 Opportunity to buy these 2 homes on one title ideal for the investor returning $300.00 per week or live in one and rent the other out. Recently upgraded throughout plus new floor coverings. Polished floor boards, gas heating, each are 3 bedrooms and one bathroom.

975 EIGHT MILE CREEK ROAD EIGHT MILE CREEK 4 BED I 2 BATH I 5 CAR

$495,000 - $525,000

BUILDING ALLOTMENTS FOR SALE BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME RANGE OF SIZES AND PRICES TO MEET ANY BUDGET HOME AND LAND PACKAGES AVAILABLE LOT 156 WIRELESS ROAD WEST $99,500 $99,500 LOT 157 WIRELESS ROAD WEST 32 ST MARTINS DRIVE $89,000 6 SINCLAIR STREET $55,000 33A DOUGHTY STREET $120.000 31 JOHN POWELL DRIVE $135,000 LOT 55 BENGALEE CRES $115,000 LOT 57 BENGALEE CRES $115,000 LOT 58 BENGALEE CRES $115,000 LOT 50 BENGALEE CRES $120,000 LOT 52 BENGALEE CRES $130,000 LOT 53 BENGALEE CRES $135,000 LOT 54 BENGALEE CRES $120,000 LOT 85 BENGALEE CRES $135,000 LOT 86 BENGALEE CRES $128,000 LOT 87 BENGALEE CRES $128,000 LOT 88 BENGALEE CRES $128,000

PETER DEMPSEY | RLA: 269823 | 0418 854 393 | peterdempsey@atrealty.com.au

ULTIMATE SEASIDE RESIDENCE $549,500 This could be the perfect sea change you have been looking for. Situated only metres from surfing beach and fishing grounds of browns bay, nestled between nelson, pt mcdonnell and mt gambier. Ideal residence of ultimate holiday home sitting on 7,374 sq/m allotment.

19 BELLEVALE CLOSE MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 5 BATH GREAT SHEDS, EXECUTIVE HOME $595,000 Perfect for the farmer looking to come to town or the person wanting to keep their boat and caravan at home.

This executive home has all the extras, great shedding beautiful home, great views, low maintenance, extras include 4 large bedrooms all with built in robes, office.

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malseeds real estate Mt Gambier Millicent Port MacDonnell Robe Beachport

1 Wehl Street South, Mount Gambier 08 8724 9999 and 75 George Street, Millicent 8733 1989 130 Moorak Hall Rd, Moorak

6 ACRES

AUCTION THIS WEEKEND

Auc on this Saturday 22nd February 11am on Site

• In the sort a er loca on of Moorak stands this great co age full of poten al.

• Situated on approximately 6 acres broken into 2 paddocks.

• Updated kitchen an living area • 3 Generous sized bedrooms, 2 with BIRS • Colourbond shed with concrete flooring, roller door access that could easily accomodate 4 cars • Fully enclosed front and rear yard great for the pets • Rainwater currently feeding the troughs • Currently tenanted at $230 per week

Jason Malseed 0419 032 795

3

11 Blackall St, Mt Gambier

$149,000

22 Wilson St, Mt Gambier

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$275,000

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

68 Ascot Way, Su ontown

Jason Malseed 0419 032 795

6

REDUCED $559,000

4

633 Worrolong Rd, Worrolong

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

1

2

3

$459,000

4

2

2

Jason Malseed 0419 032 795

COMMERCIAL FREEHOLD

87 Crouch Street North, Mt Gambier

4

2

• Large beachside pub with a self contained 5 bedroom house above and 4 x self contained cabins sold with gaming & liquor licences & phone number • Great shedding and storage including 3 bay shed and another shed with second cool room • Large carpark and seven large rainwater tanks that feeds to the pub • Apartment above the pub has ocean views from the open plan living area • Open for business and ready with no work needing to be done

Auc on this Saturday 22nd February 2pm on Site

2

2

73 William Road, Worrolong

OPEN

3

THIS WEEKEND

$325,000

5 Naylor Place, Mt Gambier

OPEN

SATURDAY 23RD 9.45-10.15AM

OPEN

SATURDAY 23RD 10.30-11.00AM

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

7 Howland St, Mt Gambier

4

2

$325,000

SATURDAY 23RD 11.15-11.45AM

2

$199,000-$209,000

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

3

45 Willow Ave, Mt Gambier

2

2

$799,000

OPEN

SATURDAY 23RD 12.00-12.30PM

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

Freehold

OPEN

OPEN

3

The Rocks Tavern, Carpenters Rocks

AUCTION

5 Swallow Drv, Mt Gambier

SATURDAY 23RD 9.00-9.30AM

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

1

malseeds.com.au

SUNDAY 24TH 10.30-11.00AM

Emily Rayner 0417 665 085

4

1/1-3 Amor Street, Mt Gambier

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

6

$780,000

7

37 Victoria Terrace, Mt Gambier

Emily 0417 665 085. Jason 0419 032 795

2

3

9

$340,000

4

2

3

Emily 0417 665 085. Jason 0419 032 795

3 Monash Cres, Mt Gambier

3

1

2

$290,000-$310,000

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

44 Lindsay Street, Mt Gambier

Emily 0417 665 085. Jason 0419 032 795

4

3

3

$147,950

942m2

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

6

5

6

17 Donovans Road, Donovans

$99,000

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

1254m2

45 Pressey Street, Mt Gambier

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

$130,000-$135,000

3

1

1

BARRY RITTER

0408 853 180

OPEN Y A SATURD1:15 10:45-1

NEW PRICE - $295,000

5 BIRKDALE COURT, MT GAMBIER

GRANITE CRT, MT GAMBIER 14,530 M2 = 1.453HA OF RESIDENTIAL LAND • • • • •

Large Parcel of elevated Residential Land Close to MacDonald Park and St Martins School’s Plans and concept plans Available Proposed Plans for a Potential 15 allotements subject to council concent Subject to new deposited plans being approved

OPEN Y A SATUR-1D030 10:00

NEW PRICE - $439,000 • • • •

4 bedrooms 3 with robes Master with ensuite Home theater room Open plan Kitchen meals family area

UNDERCT CONTRA

FOR SALE - $249,000

UNDERCT CONTRA

UNDER CONTRACT

5 DERWENT CRT, MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR • 3 Bedrooms master with en suite and wir • Separate office • Two separate living areas

4 BED I 2 BATH I 6 CAR

FOR SALE - $299,000

UNDER CONTRACT

16 DEGARIS ST, MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

15 KALIMNA CRES, MOUNT GAMBIER 3 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

4 ANTHONY ST, MOUNT GAMBIER 3 BED I 1 BATH I 6 CAR

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Open plan living Large Rumpus room Great workshop and store room Out door patio with open fire place

Lake side location Lakes reserve at your back door Elevated Location 3 Bedrooms main with WI robe and ensuite

barryritter@atrealty.com.au I RLA: 269823 I www.atrealty.com.au

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3 bedrooms Eat in kitchen Large lounge Walk to town center

TEMPT THE TASTEBUDS

Sticky chicken cups 500g chicken mince 2 tsp olive oil 1/2 brown onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 celery stick, finely chopped 1/2 cup (125ml) hoisin sauce 1/4 head green cabbage, thinly sliced

1 large carrot, peeled, coarsely grated on large holes of a box grater 2 spring onions (white and green parts), thinly sliced diagonally 1 iceberg lettuce, halved and cored 2 tbs coarsely chopped coriander

Method Heat a large heavy non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, breaking up chicken with a wooden spoon, for 4 mins or until just cooked through. Transfer to a heatproof bowl. Return pan to heat. Add the oil, onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 min or until onion begins to soften. Stir in celery and cook, stirring often, for 3 mins or until vegetables are slightly tender. Stir in the hoisin sauce. Return the chicken to the pan and cook for 30 secs to blend flavours. Stir in the cabbage, carrot and half the spring onions and season with pepper. Remove pan from heat. Carefully separate lettuce leaves to get 16 neat cups, trimming as needed. Arrange lettuce leaves on 4 plates. Spoon chicken mixture into each leaf and garnish with remaining spring onions and coriander.

AT A GLANCE

HEAD TO YAKKA PARK TO CELEBRATE 120TH LUCINDALE SHOW Lucindale Show is celebrating its 120th anniversary this weekend in what promises again to be a fun weekend out for all the family.

The traditional show events are on Saturday with the equestrian program on Sunday. It has always been held annually on the last Saturday of February.Attractions incude Horses in Action, Show Rides, Indoor Exhibits, Show Bags, Childrens Activities, Face Painting, Trade Sites and full catering.

Purchase an unlimited ride wristband to have unlimited fun on our rides. Entry is $10 for adults, $5 for seniors and $5 for students 10+ years. There is also a $25 family pass (2 Adults, 2 Children) with kids under 10 free.

BOOK DONATIONS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Last Thursday was International Book Giving Day and United Way Glenelg is hoping people will still jump on board and donate books to their Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which hands out books to local children to ensure they are experiencing reading and building up their own personal libraries. Now in its eighth year, International Book Giving Day shines a light on literacy and sets the goal of getting more books into the hands of as many children as possible, thereby increasing children’s access to and enthusiasm for books.

United Way Glenelg executive officer Nicole Carr said The Dolly Parton Imagination Library was increasing the rate of early childhood exposure to reading in the Glenelg Shire by giving children regular access to free books.

“Each year, 130 children are born in the

Glenelg Shire and United Way Glenelg believes these children should receive books from birth without the barrier of a waiting list,” Mrs Carr said. “The Dolly Parton Imagination Library is a low-cost early intervention initiative and at just $90 per year per child, the earlier we make this investment, the greater the return will be later in life. Research shows children with access to at least 20 books in the home reach an overall higher level of educational attainment than those without, regardless of the parent’s education, occupation, and socio-economic status.” Those interested in making a donation can do so by visiting www.unitedwayglenelg. com.au/imagination-library or contact Nicole Carr on 0410 513 305 or mail@unitedwayglenelg.com.au The Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides local children aged 0-5 with new high-quality books and educational resources free of charge to families each month with support from Portland Aluminium, Service Clubs and individuals through the United Way Glenelg Workplace Giving Program, to which the Glenelg Shire Glenelg Shire staff are part of the “giving” program.

Above - Kalbarri Kindergarten prekinder children Jack Stannard, Emilia Powell & Milla Lippelgoes, along with Nicole Carr, United Way Glenelg would love to see the donation of more books.

ROTARY CLUB OF PORTLAND BAY CELEBRATES 1000TH MEETING The Rotary Club Portland Bay Inc. celebrated its 1000th meeting, holding the milestone event at the Glenelg Shire offices.Council was thrilled to host one of the town’s most recognised community service organisations.

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COLLECTED STUPIDITY - SOMETIMES DUMB THINGS HAPPEN… By ROBBIE TANSEL People sometimes ask me if the things I write about are true. Some people think that I make things up.

The honest truth is that 99 percent of what I write about is completely true. My mum has spent the bulk of the last forty years in prison for example. My children Shaquille and LeBron have truthfully ruined my life as I often talk about in my articles.The honest truth is that I’m actually not creative enough to make most of this stuff up. I simply tell the story as it happened.

Having said that, it is often exaggerated a little. My mum is not always in jail. Sometimes she gets away on a good behaviour bond or home detention. Shaquille and LeBron haven’t ruined my life. It wasn’t that good to start off with. Mind you having Shaquille sitting next to me reading over my shoulder as I write this is not improving my state of mind at all. He’s a moron.

He just read that.

But as I said, what I write about is based on a true story. It just seems that a lot of dumb things happen to me. Let me share a recent example.

Earlier this week I travelled to Victor Harbor for a work commitment. After the four and a half hour drive, I arrived at my really quite nice accommodation for the night.

I was very excited to find that my room came with a bath tub. I’m not sure if I’ve talked about it before but I love having baths. I regularly read books while having a lengthy soak in the tub.

On this occasion, after arriving at about 9:30pm I decided to fill the bath and enjoy a relaxing soak.

Everything was going fine. I laid back, opened my book and relaxed. Possibly at this point you’re waiting to hear about me dropping my book into the water.

Well in over twenty years of reading in the bath I’ve never dropped the book into the water. hat would be stupid.

The problem came when I got out of the bath. Obviously when you exit the bath you pull out the plug to release the water. Unfortunately on attempting this very simple task, the plug wouldn’t budge. I tried to grab hold of different parts of it, the edge, the centre, the other side, with my left hand, my right hand, turning it, but still no luck.

My go to move when I have this problem in my home bathtub is to get the flannel and use it to get a better grip on the plug. With this in mind I grabbed the flannel and attempted to release the plug. The plug still wouldn’t move.

I tried drying my hands, but of course they got wet again as soon as I reached into the bath. “It’s water,” Shaquille just told me. Stop reading over my shoulder you feral. Go to bed.

By this point I was getting quite distressed. “I’m not going to be able to get the plug out,” I thought. “I’ll want to have a bath in the morning and I won’t

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be able to get it to a good temperature adding hot water to this water which will be cold by tomorrow. I’m going to have to go to the hotel lobby to ask if someone can come and take the plug out of my bath. They’ll think I’m stupid.

Like Shaquille who is still driving me bonkers reading over my shoulder.”

I decided that I needed to stick something down the side of the plug to try to lever it out of the hole. This would have been much easier at home where there are a variety of tools and implements available. Unfortunately on this occasion I was limited to whatever was in the hotel room. The best I could come up with was a tea spoon from the meagre tea and coffee facilities in the room. I jammed the tip of the spoon between the outside of the plug and edge of the plughole. It didn’t seem

WORKS UNDERWAY AT PENOLA CEMETERY The Wattle Range Council parks and gardens team will soon be spending some time at the Penola Lawn Cemetery scarifying the lawns. The scarifying is necessary to eliminate excessive thatching which is causing uneven surfaces and high edges. It will have an impact on the overall appearance of the grounds until new growth occurs and we anticipate it will take about a month to recover. Council understands the sensitive nature of the grave sites and we apologise for the inconvenience and unsightliness.

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to be achieving anything. I flipped the spoon and used the handle instead. This seemed to be moving it a little, and sure enough I managed to work the plug free.

A potentially embarrassing outcome had been avoided.

The only wrinkle in this story is that I dried the spoon that had been in my filthy bath water and put it back into the cupboard with the cups and saucers, ready for a future guest to utilise. Surely the cleaning staff will check the cups, saucers and spoons, observe that they don’t seem to have been used and leave them as they are. I bet no one who reads this makes a cup of tea in Victor Harbor without giving the utensils a thorough clean now.

If you’ve ever shared a cell block with my mother, email me at robbietansel@ gmail.com

FURY ON THE BAY • 2019 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS SELECTION RACE ROBE February 23 & 24

DOUBLE DRIFTKHANA MILLICENT SALEYARDS February 23

SOUTHERN PORTS GOLF WEEK BEACHPORT, KINGSTON & ROBE CLUBS February 23 - March 2

MEET & GREET WITH FEDERAL HEALTH MINISTER GREG HUNT HOSTED BY MEMBER FOR BARKER TONY PASIN THE DRESS CIRCLE • MAIN CORNER • MOUNT GAMBIER February 27

SPORT SOUTH EAST FIELD & GAME AGGREGATE TROPHY WINNERS

Branch president Charles Wallis with Open winner Ron Rhook

Sponsor Jeremy Kent with Ladies winner Tash Bellinger

Sponsor Peter Telford with Seniors winner Ernie Scheidl

Sponsor Graham Lamond with Veterans winner Chris VonStanke Snr

Sponsor Al Scheidl with Junior winner Ben Hastings

Sub Junior winner Declan Wright (centre) with sponsors Stan Johnstone (left) & Peter Klieve (right)

RISING STAR HONOURING DOLLY PARTON IN NEW SHOW The Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre is set to host one of the brightest rising stars in Australian entertainment when Brooke McMullen, just 23, brings her Dolly Parton inspired show to Mount Gambier. From rags to riches, Dolly’s life story has remained humble and honest in her performance and after 60 years she continues to be America’s sweetheart of country music, recently honoured with a tribute at the Grammy Awards. Brooke’s show -The Coat of Many Colors - features all your favourites, including 9 to 5, Jolene and the award winning I Will Always Love You. Brooke is backed by a six piece band and is bringing the show to Mount Gambier on March 7. lifestyle1.net | 24

AT A GLANCE DARTMOOR ENDS UP TOP OF THE CLASS Dartmoor Primary School students have walked and strolled their way to success as part of Walk to School month in the Glenelg Shire. Dartmoor Primary School has received the title of Walk to School winners after earning the highest participation rate in the shire, with an impressive 82.86 per cent student participation rate in the program through the month of October last year.

Merino Consolidated School had the next highest participation rate, followed

by Bolwarra Primary School, proving that the shire’s smallest communities were the most engaged in the program.

The VicHealth Walk to School campaign encourages primary school students across Victoria to walk to and from school during October. More than 746 schools participated in the program last year, with 147,776 individual students undertaking a walk, scooter or bike ride during the month long campaign. Mayor Cr Anita Rank congratulated Dartmoor Primary School upon their success.“Every student at Dartmoor Primary participated in the Walk to School program during October. It is outstanding achievement and a great example of community

spirit to see the entire school taking on the month long challenge together,” she said. “The students walked a combined total of 500km, with nearly 700 individual walks registered. For a school of just 21 students, the results speak for themselves. The Dartmoor community should be incredibly proud of their efforts.” For their winning efforts Dartmoor Primary School received the $2000 grand prize, which was put towards the purchase of new bicycles which will assist their students to continue the healthy habits they formed during the walk to school month.

Mayor Cr Rank also commended the efforts of the other 13 local schools that participated in Walk to School month in 2018. “We have been pleased to see record local participation in Walk to School Month, with 1127 students in the Glenelg Shire taking part. Every school and student taking part is a winner, and we encourage everyone to keep the momentum going in 2019,” she said.

Above - Image: Glenelg Shire Council Acting Recreation Officer Annique Ray presents Dartmoor Primary School with their Walk to School prizes.

NEW COMMUNITY CHOIR SET TO DEBUT AT MOUNT GAMBIER FRINGE A community choir has been established in Mount Gambier, under the guidance of Gavin Clarke, and with its first performance already confirmed – it will be part of the 2019 Mount Gambier Fringe – rehearsals are underway. The choir aims to provide a musical outlet for everyone, regardless of musical experience, to combat loneliness and isolation in the community and also to engage professional artists to assist with developing the choir and creating opportunities for local artists. Rehearsals are Monday evenings at the Limestone Coast Pantry. For more details call headspace Mount Gambier on (08)8725 0443 or email LASTchoir@ gmail.com with the subject line community choir, and you will be added to the mailing list.

UP TO

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OF A HOME’S OF ITS HEAT GAINED HEATING ENERGY THROUGH CAN BE LOST WINDOWS (Yourhome.gov.au, 2016)

COMMUNITY GRANTS CLOSING DATE FAST APPROACHING The Portland Tourist Association was able to create and print these handy visitor guides to promote the many opportunities available in our region thanks to a Community Grant they received through Glenelg Shire Council.

What could your community group achieve with a Community Grant?

There is only one way to find out. Grant applications are officially open until February 25 in the grant categories of recreation/public halls, community strengthening, community events and arts culture and heritage. All organisations and groups are strongly encouraged to discuss their projects with the relevant council officer prior to submitting their application. For further information please visit: http://www. glenelg.vic.gov.au/Community_Grants_

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READY & WILLING TO ADVANCE AUSTRALIA FAIR

Five members of the Mount Gambier community were granted Australian citizenship following a citizenship ceremony officiated by the City of Mount Gambier earlier this month. Mayor Lynette Martin OAM presided over the ceremony where the candidates, surrounded by family and friends, pledged their loyalty and commitment to Australia through the citizenship pledge. Soroptimist Mount Gambier were also in attendance continuing their tradition of presenting candidates with a gift to welcome them as new Australian citizens and the ceremony concluded with the singing of the Australian National Anthem, performed by Chanceline Kakule and Amy Grouse.

New citizen Andrew Harvey arrived in Australia four and half years ago from the United Kingdom and has resided in Mount Gambier for the past 12 months. Reflecting on the ceremony, Andrew described the occasion as dignified and as solemn as it should be.

“Conferring citizenship on someone

is the greatest gift a nation can offer and I feel very humbled to receive it,” Mr Harvey said “It was a huge honour to receive my citizenship, Australia has made me feel welcome and I always felt I should make a full commitment to this amazing country. I feel immensely proud to now call myself Australian and I look forward to spending the rest of my life here.”

Corne Ryan, originally from South Africa, is a local phlebotomist who has resided in Australia for the past 10 years. Mrs Ryan recognises being granted citizenship as the opportunity to have a voice and contribute in the country she now calls home. “The ceremony was beautifully done, I was very emotional and proud at the same time,” Mrs Ryan said. “We are very lucky

RELAUNCHED PORT MACDONNELL FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND Port Macdonnell is set to rock this Saturday as thousands of people pack an all-day street party at the coastal town’s Bay Escape festival.

With gates opening at 11am, the Limestone Coast’s best food and wine vendors will join Port Mac’s own businesses to serve up a feast of fresh seafood and street food classics, with the region’s best wineries on hand for a tipple (or three) to follow.

Live music kicks off at 11am on the Bay Escape summer stage with crowd favourites Any Other Sunday and Southern Undertow joining Mikey McInerney, Frayed Knot, Ake, Salty Bones and Ellyana Sims.

The event is being held alongside Port Macdonnell’s new Waterfront precinct and coordinator Ryan Donovan said the event is designed to show off the town’s revamped tourism facilities.

“We’re working hard to put on an amazing day for everyone up at the Bay,” he said. “We’ve put in a special order for blue skies and sunshine and with the amount of good food and wine on offer, I guarantee everyone

will go home with a smile on their dial.”

Mr Donovan said children’s entertainment will feature all day and a big audience is expected to watch as local ‘celebrities’ wipe out in the Celebrity Mechanical Surfboard Challenge in the mid-afternoon.

Event mascot Jay the Cray will be on hand for selfie opportunities during the day and host a special dance-off near the main stage in the afternoon.

Those who want to leave the car at home and enjoy a cheeky wine, the Bay Escape Express bus service will

ferry guests to and from the event, leaving Mount Gambier’s Jens Hotel at 10.30am, 12, 1.30 and 3pm and leaving Port Macdonnell at 12.45, 2.15, 3.45, 5 and 6pm, for just a gold coin donation.

For more event information and bus timetables, visit the Bay Escape Facebook page at @ bayescapeportmacdonnell or Instagram at @bay_escape

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to live in Mount Gambier, a place full of love and opportunities.” Other new citizens include Karen Dack, originally from South Africa, Amir Hatami, from Iran, and Yi-chen (Sarah) Yang, from Taiwan.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ASTYN REID • KINSHIP PRODUCTIONS

Above (top row from left) - New citizen Amir Hatami; Sarah (Yi-Chen) Yang with her friends & family & Mount Gambier Mayor Lynette Martin with South African born Corne Ryan.

Above (second row from left) - Mount Gambier Mayor Lynette Martin with UK born Andrew Harvey & Karen Dack with her friends & family.

TRUE CRIME AUTHOR HEADED TO MOUNT GAMBIER THIS WEEK Award winning author Maryrose Cuskelly will be at the Mount Gambier Library this Wednesday at 7pm to launch her book Wedderburn, based on a true crime triple murder committed in central Victoria in 2014. Team Leader Library Programs Kristi Leamey said the author wanted to investigate the complexity of human characters and behaviours and the dark secrets that fester within small towns. She wrote Wedderburn using factual evidence, her time spent at the trial and interviews with the local community. “In October 2014, 65 year old Ian Jamieson secured a hunting knife in a sheath to his belt and climbed through the wire fence separating his property from that of his much younger neighbour Greg Holmes,” Ms Leamey said. “Less than 30 minutes later, Greg Holmes was dead, stabbed more than 25 times.

Ian Jamieson returned home, grabbed his two shotguns, walked across the road and shot his neighbour’s mother and step-father. He then returned to his home, with a trail of blood following him, and called the police to report the crimes.” The author event will be facilitated by ABC South East presenter Selina Green who will ask the big questions; is it ever justifiable to kill a man?

What does it take to provoke murder? And does a killer lurk within us all?

“Ian Jamieson was an unassuming, hard working, law abiding farmer in a small community,” Ms Leamey said. “He was close to fulfilling his dream of retiring in Tasmania, with property already purchased. And now he will most likely die behind bars.” Described as a farming dispute gone wrong, some of Ian Jamieson’s friends believe that he should not be judged on this savage crime. But how can you justify a triple murder? Ms Cuskelly is no stranger to the world of true crime, having won the Thunderbold Prize’for Crime Writing for her essay Well Before Dark, based on the abduction of Mackay schoolgirl Marilyn Wallman. This is a free community event with limited seating. For bookings please contact the Mount Gambier Library (08)8721 2540 or book online www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au and follow the prompts.

BRAIN TEASER WHO AM I??

How many clues did you need?

1. I was born in Honolulu in 1979.

2. I was raised by my mother in Iowa.

3. I studied marine biology and wildlife biology in college.

4. I was named Hawaii’s Model of the Year in 1999.

5. I was working part time in a surf shop as a 19 year old when I was cast in Baywatch Hawaii.

6. I am married to Lisa Bonet and we have two children together. That also makes me the stepfather of Zoe Kravitz.

7. I played the title role in a 2011 remake of Conan the Barbarian.

8. I co-wrote, directed and starred in the 2014 movie Road to Paloma.

9. My big break came when I secured a role in the Netflix hit series Game of Thrones.

10. Having previously played the role twice, I am currently starring in my stand alone movie – Aquaman.

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2. Who took home Song of the Year at the 2019 Grammys and for which song?

3. The second season of Big Little Lies, based on the Liane Moriarty novel of the same name, is set to hit screens in June this year – what is the name of Moriarty’s latest release?

4. The Milwaukee Brewers are a franchise in which sport?

5. What was the name of Guy Pearce’s character on Neighbours?

6. Which Queensland town does the Big Pineapple call home?

7. Eventually made into a 1980s TV series, what was the name of the autobiographical novel by Alan Marshall, who contracted polio at a young age?

8. For which W-League team does Jenna McCormick play?

9. To which three countries does Elizabeth Gilbert travel in the novel Eat Pray Love?

10. Who won the 2019 Tour Down Under men’s event?

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12. In which city is the Van Gogh Museum?

13. Which Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, which was later made into a movie, starring Yul Brynner and Deborah Kerr, was based on a Margaret Landon novel?

14. Which song was ranked number one in this year’s Triple J Hottest 100?

15. Which artist did Australia choose as our 2019 Eurovision entrant?

16. Which character did singer Rita Ora play in the Fifty Shades movie franchise?

17. Who is captain of AFL club Geelong?

18. Currently starring on the big screen as Aquaman, Jason Momoa played which Game of Thrones character for two years?

19. Which Big Bash franchise does former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming coach?

20.What is the capital of Hungary?

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LIONESS CLUB SET TO HOST ANNIVERSARY BREAKAWAY The Lioness Club of Mount Gambier has barely had time to draw breath from planning and celebrating its 40th anniversary last year and now its members are hosting another major event – the 2019 Blue Lake Breakaway.

And speaking of anniversaries, this weekend’s Blue Lake Breakaway is the 30th Breakaway since they became a part of the Lioness culture in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Basically Breakways are the Lioness’ answer to district conferences favoured by so many other service clubs and with only two clubs in South Australia during those early days, they were cordially invited to be part of a Victorian event and that tradition has been maintained.

This weekend, when the Breakaway comes to Mount Gambier and the Silver Birch Motel, from Friday to Sunday, it will be the third time the Lioness Club of Mount Gambier has hosted the event, which is primarily social with a good dose of education, as well as providing the host club a chance to showcase their own region.

The Blue Lake Breakaway incorporates eight Victorian clubs and two South Australian clubs and will see up to 70 Lionesses converge on Mount Gambier for the jam packed three day program.

Mount Gambier Lioness Wynne Turner said the Breakaway was a key opportunity to network with other clubs regarding fundraising ideas and community project ideas as well.

Friday night is all about fun with each of the clubs performing a skit.

Saturday morning sees the first of the guest speakers taking to the stage with Lion Marilyn Miller OAM, the driving force behind the Lions Mobile Skin Screening Bus, and local lawyer and raconteur Bill DeGaris set to entertain.

The mobile skin screening service is a South Australian initiative and the Victoria Lioness clubs are keen to investigate starting a service their side of the border.

Bill DeGaris will be regaling the Lionesses with his popular Murder, Mystery and Mayhem performance.

The afternoon is when the region becomes the playground of the Breakaway ladies with bus tours with a focus on the wineries.

The evening will see some official proceedings with a cake cutting ceremony to mark the anniversary and entertainment from the James Morrison Trio.

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Lionesses hold a memorial service at Umpherston Cave to remember those members lost in the past 12 months.

The Lioness Club of Mount Gambier has been helped by the generous sponsorship of the City of Mount Gambier, the Mount Gambier Community Bendigo Bank and Member for Barker Tony Pasin.

It has been six months of planning with the past few weeks seeing regular working bees as the local members put together gift bags with local produce and mementos, as well as creating the name lanyards and ensuring everything is ready for this Friday night.

The Lioness Club of Mount Gambier meets on the second and third

Wednesday or each month, alternating between business and dinner meetings and the club currently boasts 26 members.

The club has another major event to prepare for in October when the Lions District Conference is hosted in the Blue Lake City.

Above - Lioness Club of Mount Gambier members Thea, Wil, Beryl, Janet, Wynne & Jan finalising preparations for this weekend’s Blue Lake Breakaway.

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Member for Barker Tony Pasin will host the Federal Minister for Health, the Hon. Greg Hunt MP (pictured right) in Mount Gambier later this month. The Minister is coming to Mount Gambier at Mr Pasin’s invitation for a community health forum on the evening of February 27. “Better health care has been a priority for our Government," Mr Pasin said. "Immunisations are at the highest rate on record, we’ve listed over 1,900 medicines worth almost $10 billion on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, and we are doubling public hospital funding compared to Labor, increasing funding from $13.3 billion in 2012-13 to $23.4 billion in 2020-21 (a 76% increase), more Australians are now seeing their doctor without having to pay and we’ve invested over $175 million in MRI licences – one of which I delivered for Mount Gambier. I know that health care is an important issue in the Limestone Coast, and that there is more work to do. Thanks to good economic management our Government has brought the Federal budget into a position where we can invest for the future for better health and education outcomes. I’ve invited the Federal Minister to Mount Gambier so he can hear directly from the Limestone Coast community about the health priorities for our community, including support for drug and alcohol rehabilitation. I know alcohol and other drug abuse is an issue for the Limestone Coast and it is something I’ve been speaking about to the Minister for a long time. My advocacy has seen Mount Gambier receive funding for one of the first Local Drug Action Teams in the country, the Good Sports Program rollout across the region and Focus One set up a dedicated office in Mount Gambier. These initiatives are small but very important parts of a larger drug action strategy. I

encourage members of the community to come along and have your say about the health priorities for the Limestone Coast.”

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The Green Triangle has been included in a Federal Government initiative announced at the weekend by Prime Minister Scott Morrison.

Nine initial Regional Forestry Hubs were identified to boost the growth of forest industries in Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, New South Wales and Queensland. “Today, we are sowing the seeds for the first of our Regional Forestry Hubs under the $20 million National Forest Industries Plan," Mr Morrison said. “We want the Green Triangle key forestry industries to be even stronger, and today’s announcement will ensure a brighter and more secure future. This plan will protect and grow the Green Triangle’s vital forestry industry, create more jobs, and open up opportunities to build new and improved roads, rail and port facilities. Around 52,000 Australians are directly employed in growing and processing our forest products. Tens of thousands more jobs are indirectly supported by a sector that contributes more than $23 billion to the national economy.” Member for Barker Tony Pasin said the Green Triangle Hub has been welcomed by the forest and wood products industry as an opportunity to help better prepare for future challenges and opportunities. “The assessments that come from the Green Triangle Hub will provide industry with regional data that is not currently available, bringing potential to support new investment in the sector,” the Member for Barker said. “This will assist our region to identify future investment and other opportunities for the forest industries in rural and regional Australia. For the Green Triangle communities, the Regional Forestry Hubs also have the potential to create rural and regional jobs to deliver on our promise of 1.25 million new jobs over the next five years. The end result will be more jobs, better returns to business, more investment, and greater economic security in the Limestone Coast community and for the nation.” Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources Senator Richard Colbeck said the hubs were a commitment in the Australian Government’s National Forest Industries Plan and will support strategic planning of future needs for the industry in the region. “The Morrison Government has committed $12.5 million to the Regional Forestry Hubs as well as research and development elements of the National Forest Industries Plan to further grow Australia’s forest industries and set the industry up for the future,” Minister Colbeck said. “The Plan ambitiously aims to deliver a billion new trees to meet a projected quadrupling of global demand for timber products by 2050. This is all about delivering the right tress in the right places at the right scale. A billion trees with also allow the Liberal National Government to capture 18 million tonnes of greenhouse gasses per year by 2030. he hubs will involve the industry, all levels of government and local communities working together on the issues and opportunities for forestry in the regions. Funding will be available to support strategic planning, technical assessments and analyses that will contribute to infrastructure and other decisions by investors. The hubs have been identified in regions with existing lifestyle1.net | 31

concentrations of forests available for harvest, processing plants, transport routes and a skilled forestry workforce and the work now begins to determine the size and make up of each hub.

Locations of the pilot Regional Forestry Hubs are: • South West - Western Australia • Green Triangle – South Australia and Victoria • North/North West - Tasmania • North East - New South Wales Locations of Regional Forestry Hubs that will follow the pilot hubs: • Gippsland - Victoria • South West Slopes - New South Wales • Central West - New South Wales • South East – Queensland • North – Queensland.

More information on the National Forest Industries Plan is available here: http://www.agriculture.gov.au/SiteCollectionDocuments/ forestry/national-forest-industries-plan.pdf

LOCAL SPORT

TIGERS CONSOLIDATE TOP SPOT IN NAILBITER

TOP LEVEL SKI RACING THIS WEEKEND AT ROBE

In the early Division one baseball game Saturday afternoon, Tigers consolidated their position at the top of the ladder with a one run tenth inning win over Federal. The Demons were first on the scoreboard in the bottom of the fifth when catcher, Josh Wilsmore, singled to leftfield and scored on a wild throw from the Tigers shortstop in an attempt to get Kane McMillan out on a force to second base. In the top of the sixth, Tigers evened the score when Tyler Horrigan found himself at first base after an error by the Federal shortstop. He crossed home on Jesse Foster’s two base hit to leftfield. Federal tripled their score in the even inning when they scored two more to go ahead in the game. Sam Shepherd singled again to left-field and scored on Clay Carpenter’s deep hit to centre-field. Carpenter subsequently crossed the plate on Gavin Smith’s sacrifice fly to right-field. Tigers hauled one back in the top of the eighth after Brodie Foster hit safely to left-field and scored on a catcher’s passed ball. They tied the game up again in the ninth when Dyllan Lane drew a walk and scored on Brayden Morton’s single to centrefield. Federal had no reply in the bottom of the ninth sending the game to extra inning.

For Tigers in the top of the tenth, Brodie Foster singled to right-field and scored on a wild throw from the pitcher. Jesse Foster whose hit caused the wild throw scored on Alex Harkness’s double to left-field giving Tigers a two run break. Shepherd, for Federal, hit safely to right-field and scored their sole run for the dig on Travis Younghusband’s hit down the line to first base to give Tigers a one run victory. Tigers had eight safehits, three base on ball, ten strikeouts and made four errors. The Demons had ten safehits, four base on ball, five strikeouts and made two errors. Interestingly, all but one run scored in the game were unearned. It was one way traffic in the second game as South made light work of Central. South had a night out with the bat picking up sixteen safehits, two walks, four strikeouts and made a solitary error. Central on the other hand had only six safehits, five base on ball, four strikeouts and made an horrendous eight errors.

If water sports are your thing you should head to Robe this weekend. If you are a petrol head or someone with the need for speed, you should also find a place on the Robe foreshore. And the good news is, if you would just like to visit the seaside town for some good food and wine, that will also be on offer as Robe hosts a world class ski racing event for the first time. Fury on the Bay is a Ski Racing Australia event, in fact, it is the 2019 World Championship Selection Race and will see 60 teams, with around 10 personnel per team, heading to Robe to race a mere 100m from shore, in what looms as a spectators’ paradise.

Given Australians have won the past five world titles, this is a rare opportunity to watch the best in the ski racing world in action. It has taken hard work and the unwavering support of the Robe District Council and local business but organisers are hopeful the staging of this event will result in an annual opportunity to host a high profile race.

Jamie Aitken, the brains behind the successful Robe Boat Show, has also been at the forefront of securing the world championship selection race, having been approached by two enthusiasts, including Mount Gambier’s Andrew Donehue, at the 2018 Robe Boat Show, to investigate the chances of Robe securing such a high profile event. “Each year, Ski Racing Australia chooses a different venue for the world championships selection race,” Jamie said. “When they asked if I would consider putting in a submission, I said you bet I would’.” The beauty of this type of ski racing event, is it is open water and does not require smooth racing conditions. “We will be looking at boats travelling up to 150kmh, racing six to eight boats at a time,” Jamie said. Each race runs for 50km or 70km as the competitors fight for a place to attend this year’s World Championships in France. The fantastic boat ramp facilities at Robe and the chance for a long stretch of spectator areas to watch the high octane racing, with the races happening between the Robe Hotel and Long Beach, was always going to be a drawcard, as well as the on shore “pit lane” type area available

for the teams – the area used for the Robe Boat Show for the past nine years. “My first concern was the tyranny of distance in Robe being chosen but I soon found out they travel to places far and wide, including Darwin, as an example, for a weekend of racing,” Jamie said. “Robe not only had the physical facilities wo be awarded the event, but also Robe has shown time and time again that it is very, very good at hosting lots of people. Robe goes from 1500 people to 15,000 after Boxing Day every year and we cope. Our accommodation, restaurants and cafes and the whole kit and caboodle steps up.” The Robe Tourism Association, retailers and other business support is what ensures every summer goes smoothly in the seaside town, and also backs these type of large events.

“The new Mayor Alison Nunan has been really supportive, the council workers do a great job getting everything ready for these type of events and we have been able to pull all this together thanks to the support of local business, through sponsorship,” Jamie said. The heavy hitters from Ski Racing Australia, including the president, will be in Robe this weekend, meaning the right people will see just how Robe handles this event, with the view to becoming a permanent venue on the national ski racing calendar. “This is also a chance to attract a new sort of person to Robe because this is the first time we have held an event like this,” Jamie said. But Robe will also remain true to brand and the main street will be blocked off to give a carnival type atmosphere to the two days of racing, with local food and wine in the spotlight, and entertainment also providing a backdrop to the on water action. “We don’t think it is unreasonable to expect 4000 visitors to Robe this weekend,” Jamie said. “The accommodation figures already indicate around 2000 guests have booked already.” The racing includes male and female senior races, as well as boy and girl junior races and there will be three or four races a day, each lasting around 90 minutes. Racing should get underway shortly after 9am both days.

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MOUNT GAMBIER & DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATION BARBER SHIELD - TWO DAY FIXTURE East Gambier v Penola Penola 1st innings 4/286 East Gambier 1st innings 211 (D. Stratford 97; A. Hentschke 36; N. Gore 26; D. Whitehord 24; D. Somerfield 6/47; J. Mullan 3/64; J. Bateman 1/27) Penola won on 1st innings by 75 runs.

West Gambier v South Gambier West Gambier 1st innings 163 South Gambier 1st innings 9/266 (J. Thompson 91; M. Sims 43; A. Kuhl 34; D. Clough 24; R. Drenthen 16no.; S. Willis 3/43; N. Easterbrook 3/37; B. Hentschke 3/40) South Gambier won on 1st innings by 103 runs.

Mil Lel v North Gambier Mil Lel 1st innings 81 (C. Megaw 28; N. McInerney 4/23; M. McInerney 2/7; M. Johnston 2/12; D. Kenny 1/14; K. Badman 1/16) North Gambier 1st innings 4/109dec. (M. Lewis 36no.; M. McInerney 30; N. McInerney 23; B. Thiel 2/21; J. Miller 2/44) Mil Lel 2nd innings 109 (C. Lock 55; D. Justin 17; J. Allcock 15; N. McInerney 5/27; M. Johnston 2/15; T. Young 1/29; D. Kenny 1/27) North Gambier 2nd innings 3/85 (J. Schutz 39; K. Badman 19; J. McConnell 16no.; B. Thiel 1/29; J. Allcock 1/16; J. Lamont 1/6) North Gambier won outright by seven wickets.

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RESULTS Division 1 • Tigers 5 (Brodie Foster 3; Brayden Morton, Ben Marcus, Tyler Horrigan, Jesse Foster, Alex Harkness) d Federal 4 (Sam Shepherd 3; Wade Chant 2; Nathan Taylor, Clay Carpenter, Travis Younghusband, Gavin Smith, Josh Wilsmore) South Indians 15 (Dean Hamilton 4; Ryan Placucci 3; Damien O’Dine, Ben Nash 2, Bruce Morale, Travis Lockwood, Steve Isaccson, Dean Lane, Jesse Balshaw) d Central 2 (Nathan Meinck, Kyall McClean, Dylan Chuck, Kobbe Chant, Lauchie Tilley, Brad Lynagh) Division 2 • Central 7 (Jayme Whitehead 3; Ben Green 2; Dylan Scheidl, Josh Aston, Brad McDonnell, Aaron Ruwoldt, Tom Aston, Colby Muller) d Federal 5 (Shane Howard, Matt DeNys 2; John McAdam, Andrew DeNys) Division 3 • Central 10 (Dean Cutting 3; Steve Kuhl, Scott Page 2; Anthony Ridding, Shane Frankenburg, Brett Hosking, Michael Devereax) d South Indians 5 (Zak Ratcliffe, Hayden Timms, Matt Larkin 2; Rian Boyd, Beau Trestrail, Jason Henke, James Parker, Luke Lovekin, Zaheer Anderson); Central Magpies 17 (Andrew Hoath 3; Luke Patching, Nick Crouch, Sam Henschke, Dean McCarthy 2; Terry Wilson, Bill Stephenson) d Tigers 3 (Brenton Kemp, Aaron Griffith 2; Marcus Thomson) Under 15 • Federal 11 (Brayden Oppelaar 2; Zeb Chant, Cody Williams, Fionn Graney, Caleb Adam) d South/Tigers 10 (Deklin Joyce 3; Alex Merritt 2; Riley Parsons, Jacob Ireland, Cameron Morale, Brandon Horrigan, Emily Timms) Under 13 Gold • South Indians 10 (Deagan Habner 2; Linkin Ratcliffe, Dylan Lewis, Nate Habner, Jett Lewis, Emmanuel Long) d Central Magpies 6 (Brock Dempsey, Bree Ridding, Freddie Muller, Ben Braithwaite, Blake Vause); Central 12 (Curtis Page 2; Cooper Smith, Oliver Capewell, Xavier Habets, Axl Page, Jye Ferrari, Bayden Wanstall) d Tigers 2 (Jacob Ireland, Kaleb Kermond) Under 13 Blue • Central 7 (Orlando Vause, Samuel Ruwoldt, Tyrone Siebert 2; Riley Ferguson, Lauchie Brierley, Jobe Harten, Chase Kilpatrick) d Tigers 3 (Henry Martin)

Above - North Gambier’s Nick McInerney took 5/27 to help lead North Gambier to an outright victory over Mil Lel. McInerney took nine wickets for the macth.

Right - Dave Somerfield should have the votes sewn up for this round, making a century in the first week of the Barber Shield clash before taking 6/47 to ensure Penola defeated East Gambier.

SPORT LAKE DOMINATES SWIMMING CARNIVAL

Interhouse Swimming Carnival Winners - Lake - (from left) - Vice Captain Reid Kuller, Captain Kobi Rothall, Captain Imogen Walker & Vice Captain Ella Egan

Under 15 Female Age Group Winner - Chelsea Frost

Open Age Group Winners - Joint male winners Miles Simpson & Reid Kuller with female winner Mackenzie Winterfield

Under 15 Male Age Group Winner - Timothy Mutch

Under 16 Age Group Winners - Ethan Norman & Toneya Carraill

Under 14 Age Group Winners - Kaidyn Weber & Alysha Coon

LAKE GOES BACK TO BACK IN SCHOOL SWIMMING CARNIVAL The 2019 Mount Gambier High School Swimming Carnival was held last week with Lake successfully defending its 2018 title.Throughout the course of the day, students participated in four Championship Events (freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly and backstroke) as well as a number of highly entertaining novelty competitions. The Obstacle Course proved a particular favourite. The four Ironperson events were eagerly anticipated again this year, and competitors gave it their all to complete the challenging course with a photo finish seen in the Open Girls race. That was taken out by Madi Freeman (Mount), with Reid Kuller winning the boys event. In the Year8/9 category, Sarah Ritter (Tower) won the girls event, with Timothy Mutch (Lake) taking out the boys title. In the house championship, Lake came out on top by a convincing 130 points. The tussle between Tower (2nd) and Mount (3rd) was tight, separated by only 20 points, whilst Gambier finished in 4th position.

HOUSE CHAMPIONSHIP 1st • Lake - 704 2nd • Tower - 571 3rd • Mount - 551 4th • Gambier - 445

Charlie Carson puts in a good effort during the Tug of War

Alannah Clayton makes a splash during the tube relay

Madi Freeman charges home in the freestyle leg to take out the Open Girls Ironperson event

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KANE & EMILY ON THE MONEY Basketball in the region was certainly put on the map the other week with firstly the Millicent Magic winning the women’s Country Basketball League with a victory over Geelong 74-62 and then the Mount Gambier Lakers winning the mens CBL premiership with a massive 11662 win over Bacchus Marsh. As always these victories come about based on the strength of the team performances but what an excellent individual performance from Lakers men’s playing coach Kane de Wit scoring 37 points including 10 three pointers. It may well prove to be Kane’s last game in a Lakers uniform as he has moved to Adelaide and will be playing for Forrestville in the winter season. Fair to say he will be missed! Fortunately for local fans, the star of the women’s grand final victory, Millicent’s Emily Winter, who scored 31 points in the title decider, to go with her 26 points from the preliminary final, is staying put and representing the reinvented Pioneers women’s team in the 2019 Premier League season.

STILL TALKING MONEY It has recently been announced that LeBron James is the highest-paid NBA basketballer with earnings of $125million for the year. It’s the fifth consecutive year LeBron has topped the list so no surprise there but what I found the most interesting was that $74.7million is made off the court. He has lucrative endorsement deals with Nike, Coca-Cola and Beats By Dre, as well as investments in a Hollywood production company and the Blaze Pizza company. Golden State Warriors teammates Stephen Curry, $112m, and Kevin Durant, $91.5m, were second and third on the list.

FINALS REVAMP We have just finished watching the eighth instalment of the Big Bash League, that is if you bothered to watch, and the finals system is again in the spotlight when for the sixth time in eight seasons, the team that finished top, in this case, the Hobart Hurricanes, bowed out at the semi final stage. Only the BBL06 champions Perth Scorchers have managed to translate a dominant home and away season into a title win prompting some calls for the introduction of the double chance for the top ranked teams.

Mind you perhaps the lack of star power and the benign games from BBL08 should be a bigger concern for organisers.

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UNDERMANNED DEMONS STILL SECURE VICTORY

LSE PENNANT BOWLS

Concordes United broke the game open in the first innings against Warriors Blue, hitting the ball all over the diamond care of Dana Jones, Julie Beck and Billie Jones. Melissa Brodie, for Concordes, started the second innings with a great shot up the middle, and Brandi Miller hit a fabulous single to right in the third. Unfortunately Concordes had trouble soaking up the pressure in the field, with inexperience showing through allowing plenty of Warriors base runners to get on. Jenna Burston and Nicole Vause had two hits each.

Leyna Bruggemann took a few innings to hit her straps for Warriors but ended up striking out seven batters over five innings. In the other early game, Warriors White started promisingly, when Jessica Hillman hit a perfectly placed home run with Erin Chaplin on base. Wanderers fought back though and courtesy of consecutive hits from Fiona Finch, Jo Hart and Sarah Moretti they scored four runs of their own. A safe hit to Trish Seager and some heads up base running saw Wanderers skip out to a 7-2 lead, with Warriors really unable to get any type of rally going against Wanderers pitcher Cathy Whiting. Warriors however came back hard in the next innings, and a couple of hits teamed with a couple of costly fielding overthrows saw them peg the score back to 7-5. Ultimately though Wanderers had done enough, and their win was iced with a home run to Fiona Finch. Final score 8-5. The last game saw ladder leaders Demons take on Concordes White, who were both without regular key players for the encounter. The depth of Demons showed early, as they scored 3 runs in the first thanks to consecutive safe hits to Isabella Morale, Kelly Cawthorne and a two bagger to in form Cody Manning. Concordes tried to reply but after a lead of single to Jo Hopgood, Manning turned an excellent double play to bring the threat to an end. Despite safe hits to Tylar Kennett and Kia Hansen, Concordes could not string it together, and after a coupe of innings found themselves in a 9-1 hole. This prompted a pitching change for Concordes, and the slower pace of Hopgood

MID WEEK OPEN PENNANT • Naracoorte RSL 49/14 d Penola 34/0; Port MacDonnell Red 48/14 d Mount Gambier Blue 36/0; Mount Gambier Red 62/14 d Port MacDonnell Blue 34/0; Naracoorte 49/12 d Mount Gambier RSL 45/2 LADIES SEMI FINALS Division one Mount Gambier RSL Red 49/14 d Mount Gambier 37/0; Port MacDonnell 50/14 d Millicent 38/0 Division two Naracoorte RSL 60/14 d MIllicent 40/0; Kingston 45/14 d Port MacDonnell 39/0 Division three Lucindale 56/14 d Robe Red 29/0; Robe Red 50/12 d Beachport 42/2.

PRELIMINARY FINALS - FEBRUARY 22 Division one Millicent Blue v Mount Gambier RSL Red Division two Port MacDonnell v Naracoorte RSL Division three Beachport v Lucindale ALL FINALS VENUES WILL BE FINALISED DURING THE WEEK OPEN SEMI FINALS Division one 1st Semi Final Naracoorte 86/14 d Millicent 54/2 2nd Semi Final Mount Gambier 74/14 d Mt Gambier RSL Red 70/2 Preliminary Final (February 23) Mount Gambier RSL Red v Naracoorte Division two 1st Semi Final Kingston 68/15 d Mount Gambier 60/1 2nd Semi Final Robe 93/14 d Millicent 53/2 Preliminary Final (February 23) Millicent v Kingston Division three 1st Semi Final Mount Gambier 81/12 d Millicent Blue 78/4 2nd Semi Final Penola 91/16 d Mount Gambier RSL Red 59/0 Preliminary Final (February 23) Mount Gambier RSL Red v Mount Gambier Division four - Red 1st Semi Final Penola 68/13 d Millicent 66/3 2nd Semi Final Naracoorte 81/1 d Beachport 63/0 Preliminary Final (February 23) Beachport v Penola Division four - Blue 1st Semi Final Kalangadoo 88/16 d Mount Gambier 45/0 2nd Semi Final Robe 96/16 d Beachport 60/0 Preliminary Final (February 23) Beachport v Kalangadoo ALL FINALS VENUES WILL BE FINALISED DURING THE WEEK

proved effective, as Concordes held Demons scoreless for the remainder of the game, thanks in large part by some excellent outfield catches from Linda Dodds and Emily Sutherland. Demons also changed pitchers and Concordes were able to tack on three runs of their own, bringing the final score to 9-4.

RESULTS Demons 9 (C. Manning 3; Kelly Cawthorne, M. Markiewicz 2; R. Mathers, Karen Cawthorne, K. Morale, I. Morale, J. Morale) d Concordes White 4 (J. Hopgood 2; S. Brown, T. Kennett, K. Hansen, M. Sutherland, A. McDonough); Warriors Blue 10 (J. Burston, N. Vause 2) d Concordes United 3 (D. Jones, B. Jones 2; J. Beck, B. Miller, M. Brodie); Wanderers 8 (F. Finch 4 (1HR); J. Hart, S. Morretti, T. Seagar, T. Tzioutziouklaris) d Warriors White 5 (C. Chaplin, D. Wombwell 2; E. Chaplin, T. Wilsmore, E. Hann, J. Hillman (1HR)) Above - Fiona Finch was on fire in the batting box at the weekend.

VETS TENNIS UP & RUNNING FOR 2019

Fifteen South East Tennis Seniors travelled to Lucindale arlier this month to participate in a tennis challenge with 12 Murray Bridge players. The Annual Challenge Cup was strongly contested and won by Murray Bridge for the third successive year. Heather Richards, from Murray Bridge, and Bordertown’s Trish Dahlitz took out the ladies event with Sharon Watson (Murray Bridge) and Marlene Bull (Naracoorte) runners-up. Murray Bridge’s Gerry Korzeba and Mount Gambier’s Peter Barry were the pick of the men with Murray Bridge’s Ray Rossiter and Rob Butcher, as well as Mount Gambier’s Bill Chapman finishing runner up. The next event will be held at Corriedale Park on March 17 at 11am.

Above - Marlene Bull, Peter Barry, Trish Dahlitz & Bill Chapman

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LOCAL SPORT MIL LEL CRICKETERS MAKING THEIR MARK ACROSS THE BORDER CHLOE MCKENZIE Last Friday night Chloe McKenzie headed to Mt Burr to play her usual Under 16 O’Donohue Shield match for Mil Lel. Saturday morning she fulfilled a media commitment before heading to Mil Lel to represent the club in the C Grade team. With her Cox Bros Shield commitments out of the way, it was time to head home, have something to eat, grab a couple of hours sleep and then jump in the car at 3am to head to the other side of Melbourne to play for her Premier League Club, Brunswick.

That jam packed weekend is typical for the 16 year old Tenison Woods College student and for most of the year Chloe and her family are racki9ng up the kilometres as she looks to pursue her cricketing dream. Originally from East Gipplsland, the family moved to Mount Gambier 12 months ago, and after representing Victoria twice already at junior level in State cricket teams, she was determined to continue to take every opportunity available to build her skills as a cricketer. She is part of the Tenison Woods College High Performance Program and has continued to work her way through the elite pathway programs, representing the Western Waves, and being an integral part of the Under 17 girls team that was the Renegades Conference winner and runner-up in the Youth Premier League tournament. Chloe’s performances for the Western Waves saw her selected in the Renegades Country team to play in the Youth Super Series and along with those commitments next month, Chloe will then only have a short break before her

training with the regional cricket academy starts up again during winter. Chloe has been playing cricket since she was five years old, starting in formal competition as a 10 year old. “Dad was always playing cricket and I used to go to his club games and much around with the other kids,” Chloe said. She started playing with the boys as a 10 year old in the Under 13 competition and initially she focussed on bowling. “I didn’t enjoy batting as much then but when I went to the girls competition I did start taking batting more seriously.” Chloe is also a wicketkeeper, as well as usually batting at number three or four. Chloe’s cricketing hero is Sophie Molineux, who debuted for Australia last year. “Every team I’ve played for she played for and she comes from a town an hour away from my town and so I know her personally,” Chloe said. Cricket is cleary the teenager’s number one priority but she does also play hockey and is not only part of the West Hockey Club’s successful division one team but has also represented the region.

KAIDYN WEBER He’s represented the State in SAPSASA cricket and has been representing his region, both in South Australia and Victoria for the past few seasons. Kaidyn Weber is clearly a talent on the rise and his promotion to Mil Lel’s Barber Shield side as a 13 year old is testament to that talent.

Kaidyn is doing what many young cricketers in the Mount Gambier & District Association do – take advantage of our geographic position that allows cricketers to follow elite pathways on both sides of the border. His season with the Western Waves this summer has been an unequivocal success and the opportunities are continuing. His Under 14 team came third in the Renegades Conference and from that Youth Premier League competition, Kaidyn was selected in the Renegades Country tam that has matches next month as part of the newly created Youth Super Series. From this competition, which is a 50 over format, a development squad from the four teams – Renegades Country, Renegades Metro, Stars Country and Stars Metro – will then be selected, so Kaidyn and his family might still have some kilometres to travel yet once the Youth Super Series is complete. Kaidyn is primarily a batter and these opportunities, initially sees him in the running for State election in Victoria. The Western Waves Waves play in Mortlake, Hamilton and Horsham and while Kaidyn is the only Mount Gambier based cricket

Left - Chloe McKenzie raises her bat after making a century for the Western Waves, from only 69 balls.

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in the Renegades program, he did have fellow Mount Gambier players in his team at the regional championships. Kaidyn admits, having the opportunity to play A Grade for Mil Lel has really helped developed his cricket. “You are facing faster bowlers that can also move the ball and as a batsman that makes it a lot harder,” he said. The Mount Gambier High School student is also part of the school’s specialist cricket program which will also assist with his skill development. Josh Fidler, who runs that school program has been a huge influence on Kaidyn’s career, as has Jon Allcock, his Mil Lel team mate. The chance to play cricket in Adelaide for Glenelg has already presented itself and that could be another opportunity to make his mark on the South Australian scene. Cricket is definitely number one for Kaidyn, especially at the moment, but he is also looking to develop his football, making the move in 2019 from Kongorong in the Mid South East Football League to play for North Gambier in the Western Border Football League.

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LOCAL SPORT LINES TRIUMPHS IN THE WEST

MOUNT GAMBIER & DISTRICT TENNIS ASSOCIATION Division One - Men Uniting Church 4-27 d Centrals/Uniting 2-26 Singles: I. Hopes lost to M. Heemskerk; M. Stark d R. Burn; B. McInnes d D. Moon 6-4 Glencoe Maroon 6-36 d West Gambier 0-9 Singles: P. Mitchell d J. Wilkinson 6-2; D. Boyce d N. Lang 6-1; K. Thomson d J. Dedonatis 6-0 Reidy Park 3-29 d Glencoe Gold 3-26 Singles: D. Childs d K. Edwards 6-3; J. Brohier lost to H. Hancock 1-6; A. Hughes lost to L. McEvoy 0-6 Division One - Women Mount Schank 4-31 d Uniting Church 2-21 Singles: C. Waye lost to J. Delaney 6-7; S. Boston d N. Moran 6-4; H. Collins d B. Taylor 6-1 Glencoe 4-36 d Reidy Park 2-27 Singles: S. Edwards d B. Young 7-6; L. Edwards lost to E. Edwards 6-7; C. McKinnon d S. Edwards 6-0 Division Two Reidy Park 6-57 d West Gambeir Blue 6-54; Glencoe Gold 6-61 d Suttontown Tigers 6-60; West Gambier Red v Centrals (no details available); Glencoe Maroon 12-72 d Mount Schank 0-13 Division Three Mil Lel v Centrals (no details available); Moorak Gold 6-60 d Suttontown Crows 6-50; West Gambier 7-53 d Uniting Church 5-38; Moorak Green 9-67 d Suttontown Hawks 3-32 Mixed Doubles Mount Gambier White 4-32 d Mount Gambier Blue 2-25; Glencoe 4-34 d Mount Gambier Green 2-23; Reidy Park 6-36 d Mount Schank 0-7; Centrals v Mil Lel (no details available) Ladies Doubles West Gambier 5-33 d Moorak 1-19; Mil Lel v Allendale East (no details available); Reidy Park v Uniting Church (no details available); Glencoe 4-32 d Saints United 2-25 Above - Emily Edwards won a nailbiter at the weekend.

Below - Jonathon Brohier in action.

Mount Gambier’s Steve Lines vindicated his decision to head west for the final three rounds of the World Series Sprintcars after a phenomenal victory in round eight at Albany Speedway to register three successive wins at the venue in World Series competition.

Lines and the Horrell Motorsport team made the tough decision to pursue the final three rounds of the series in Western Australia despite being ineligible for any championship prize money as they were not contracted to the series, however the lure of potentially claiming the first WSS win for the team and for crew chief Dave Sharman inspired the squad to head west, and they were instantly rewarded.

The popular Lines started the night by qualifying in sixth while Jason Kendrick looked unstoppable to claim Revolution Racegear QuickTime honours ahead of Ben Ellement, James McFadden, Kerry Madsen and Darren Mollenoyux who got the last minute call up to drive the Diamond Bay Motorsport #W26 in the absence of Brooke Tatnell.

Kendrick failed to finish heat one with a flat right front tyre as Madsen grabbed second, with Mollenoyux claiming an impressive third in heat two ahead of Element in fifth. McFadden started seventh to win heat three while Lines retired after the first lap due to a reported driveline issue, casting doubt over his chances to salvage enough points for a good spot on the feature race. However, Lines bounced back to

run second in heat six to lock in to the Bronze edition of the Top 8 Shootout, with McFadden backing up his first round to run second in his heat while Madsen stayed out of trouble on a difficult track to settle for seventh.

The Shootout provided a positive gain for Lines who was able to move up to the third row for the main event, while Madsen lost his provisional front row start to Jason Kendrick who surged from the Silver Shootout to claim the quickest time of the night with a blistering 12.68 second lap and secure pole position alongside the four-time and reigning World Series Champion.

McFadden set a blistering pace from the onset, setting the quickest lap of the race on lap two and within four laps was dealing with tail-end traffic.

Kendrick was holding on to second until the Hit 92.9 #W11 began to fade from lap 11, allowing Madsen to assume second, and just 5 laps later, Lines would claw his way up to third, placing the top three in the championship in the top three spots on the racetrack.

McFadden was in scintillating form, dislodging lapped traffic with ease and clearly very relaxed at the wheel, lapping the field up to 8th position and doing everything he needed to close the championship points gap that had opened up to 161 points. Sadly, his attempt to ride the growing mid-track ledge in turn one turned sour with just twelve laps remaining, sending the Monte Motorsport #W17 upside down and tragically out of the race.

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Amazingly, Lines pulled away right up until the chequered flag was unfurled, but as he entered turn three for the final time on his way to victory, Rusty Hickman caught the same ledge that had earlier claimed McFadden and crunched the Peerless #V40 into the turn-two wall, forcing a greenwhite-chequer restart. Lines caught the field off-guard as he restarted right on the entry to turn three and was never headed, while Madsen settled for second and Darren Mollenoyux

advanced from ninth to snare third.

Jack Lee received an America Racer right-rear tyre for his amazing Hard Charging antics that passed 12 cars, starting 19th and finishing 7th.

The focus now turns to the final two rounds of the series at the Perth Motorplex this Friday and Saturday, where Lines will attempt to defend his seven point lead over Madsen, while McFadden will have to dig deep to salvage the series, sitting 230 points behind Madsen. The SpeedwayAustralia. tv livestream is scheduled to commence at 5pm West Australian time Friday.

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