“I’m just an everyday South Australian looking to fight for everyday South Australians.”
That is how former City of Mount Gambier Cr Ben Hood sees his new role, having been elected last Friday to fill the South Australian Legislative Council casual vacancy left by the former Health Minister Stephen Wade’s retirement.
“I am humbled and surprised to be given this opportunity by the State council to fill the casual vacancy,” Mr Hood said. “It really and truly is an honour.”
Mr Hood had been unclear on how his bid to fill Mr Wade’s place in the Upper House with a push from some sectors of the Liberal Party to instal a female in the role.
But in the end, the council went with Mr Hood’s credentials – no doubt the same credentials that saw him pre-selected as the Liberal Party candidate for the seat of Mount Gambier at last year’s election where the incumbent Independent Troy Bell was returned.
The newly elected MLC said it was going to be a challenge taking over the experienced Hon. Stephen Wade.
“They are big shoes to fill but I am thankful to the council for entrusting me with this role,” he said. “I’m really excited about it. In my travels with my businesses I have spoken with people all over
“...we have to celebrate our wins and own our mistakes and
of the Legislative Council)
the State, all over the country and that has given me a passion for serving every day South Australians.”
Citing housing affordability and cost of living pressures as priorities, Mr Hood certainly intends to use his new position in the halls of power to continue the fight for radiation treatment services in the Limestone Coast.
He has been part of the campaign for a while and was instrumental in setting up the petition and accompanying social media campaign – it looms as his first big fight as a Member of the Legislative Council.
“I am going to hold Labor to account and ensure they do hold up their end of the deal and deliver radiotherapy services right here,” Mr Hood said, acknowledging his side of politics dropped the ball when they had the opportunity to do so when in government.
“That was a wrong decision and we’ve got to be honest about that,” Mr Hood said. “I am always going to be as honest as I can.
“We have to celebrate our wins and own our mistakes and that was the wrong thing to do.
“I know every person I talk to in my community – this is what they want, this is what they deserve.
“When people are in the biggest battle of their lives they should not
be having to make a 10 hour round trip for a 15 minute treatment.
“I’ll keep fighting for the regions.”
While he admits there will be challenges with his new role and the amount of time in Adelaide and travelling the State will take away from time with his wife Elle and three children, they are a family that has already become adept at synchronising calendars.
“I have learnt to be very organised with a midwife for a wife,” Mr Hood said. “And it helps I have their blessing and they are excited that I have this opportunity to serve the State.
“I am a regional bloke who grew up on a farm – I left school in Year 11 and started two businesses – my story is a Liberal story.
“I am tremendously excited about the opportunities we have as a State and the opportunities the Liberal Party have as the party of aspiration, the party of opportunity.”
Along with housing affordability and cost of living, Mr Hood also has a focus on small business, tertiary education opportunities and making headway on skills shortages.
And of course, while they won’t be sitting directly across the room from each other, Ben will now be walking the same halls of power as his sister Lucy Hood, the Labor Member for Adelaide, adding a new level to their sibling rivalry.
“Lucy is very proud of her big brother,” Mr Hood said. “She is looking forward to seeing me in the halls of Parliament and I’m looking forward to holding the government to account every day.”
Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin welcomed thioe news of Mr Hood’s election in a glowing social media post.
“...I am tremendously excited about the opportunities we have as a State and the opportunities the Liberal Party have as the party of aspiration, the party of opportunity...” Ben Hood (Member of the Legislative Council)
“A huge congratulations to Ben Hood - City of Mount Gambier Councillor who was last night elected by the Liberal Party of South Australia to fill a casual vacancy in the State Parliament’s Upper House,” Mr Pasin wrote.
“Ben is one of the most hard working and passionate members of our Barker community and
as someone who has already delivered so many positive outcomes for our region, I can only imagine what he will achieve for South Australia in his new role.”
NEW JOB: Ben Hood with Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council Hon. Nicola Centofanti MLC
Mixed Media artist Jane McCumstie is opening her evocative multi-sensory exhibition, The Awe and Wonder of the Ordinary, at Little Blue Wren, this Saturday at 4pm.
The Awe and Wonder of the Ordinary is an invitation for the viewer to reacquaint themselves with the beauty of the ordinary in our everyday lives; and an opportunity to explore the oft overlooked details in the seemingly mundane, through innovative and strikingly beautiful works of art.
Having lived for some time in the Blue Mountains, and now calling the Limestone Coast home, Jane draws much inspiration from the environment around her, as well as music, the sounds of nature, and the beauty of the written word.
This exhibition will reflect feelings, and moments captured in time, which are brought to life by incorporating small details that open up new worlds to the viewer, inviting people to pause, lean in and take a closer look.
Gallery owner Gareth Williams
“...they are big shoes to fill but I am thankful to the council for entrusting me with this role...” Ben Hood (Member of the Legislative Council)
that was the wrong thing to do...” Ben Hood (Member
It has had a soft opening to unveil the new facilities to the community, hosted a major State swimming championships and is set to be home for the Mount Gambier Pioneer for the 2023 NBL1 season but it’s all about to become official.
The City of Mount Gambier will officially open Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre on March 16, with South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskus MP and keynote speaker Paralympic athlete Katrina Webb OAM attending this landmark event.
Wulanda, meaning ‘enjoy or cherish’ in Bunganditj, is a gathering place in Mount Gambier to participate in sports, recreation, community activities and events and March 16 is set to celebrate the new centre’s role in Mount Gambier.
Official proceedings, which will include up to 120 invited dignitaries, kick off at 10.30am, with Katrina Webb delivering two keynote addresses at 3pm and 6pm.
Running alongside the official elements of the day will be a City Showcase, celebrating our community and the many organisations that play their part in enhancing our city’s social fabric.
City of Mount Gambier Manager Economy, Strategy and Engagement Biddie Shearing was looking forward to the message Ms Webb would deliver at the historic opening.
Katrina is an international speaker, leadership and personal mastery consultant, trainer in wellbeing and resilience and a
physiotherapist and securing her services for the landmark event was a coup for organisers.
Ms Shearing was also excited about the opportunities presented by the City Showcase.
“The showcase is all about community organisations and groups and volunteers to come together and who the community the amazing services they provide to all different parts of the community,” she said.
“They can showcase what they do, network with each other and with the dignitaries that are going to be there they will be able to show them what makes our city tick all in one place.”
Aside from the expo, there will be other action on Wulanda’s courts with the Pioneers set to strut their stuff with All Abilities Sports also putting on displays and some tennis come ‘n’try also on the agenda.
There will also be some virtual reality experienced on offer for those that want to keep their sporting and dancing abilities in the virtual world.
The official opening day will run from 10am to 7pm with bookings online for the free City Showcase and Katrina Webb presentations at this link: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/wulanda-recreationand-convention-centre-officialopening-tickets-545415180487
The Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre project is made possible with the support of the Australian Government Regional Growth Fund and the State Government Regional Growth Fund.
Also supporting the City of Mount Gambier’s investment is funding partner support of $350,000 from the District Council of Grant.
More details will be available in next week’s issue of Lifestyle1.
(Top left) Olympian Madi Wilson with Vaughan Stratford at the opening of the January SA Country Swimming Championships; (bottom left) Swaye, Tully & Harper Lindner checked out gym at last December’s soft opening of Wulanda and (above main & inset) Paralympian and motivational speaker Katrina Webb OAM will be a special guest at the March 16 official opening of the Wulanda Recreation & Convention Centre.
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It was in September last year that Rosangela Crispino launched her debut children’s book ALiNA PiCCOLiNA and her adventures with Zietta.
The novice author made a pledge at that launch (pictured below) - $2 from the sale of each book would be donated to the Stand Like Stone Foundation.
Last week, she made good on that promise, handing over $1000 as an initial down payment on what both Rosangela and the Stand Like Stone Foundation hope will be the start of many more donations to come.
The long term vision is for Rosangela and her emerging ALiNA PiCCOLiNA empire is to establish a sub fund to finance scholarships for Limestone Coast students of language, music, art, media studies and cultural studies.
“My philosophy is when we understand our culture & heritage, we gain an understanding of ‘who’ we are, laying the foundation to our intrinsic sense of identity and sense of belonging,” she said.
“The ALiNA PiCCOLiNA series endeavours to encourage the reader to ‘enquire’ and discover their own heritage and develop
“However, unlike its competitors of the same genre, ALiNA PiCCOLiNA is different because it’s based on real people, real places and real stories, again, creating the sense of belonging.”
It was in the early days of creating the ALiNA PiCCOLiNA stories that Rosangela was supported by the Stand Like Stone Foundation, in particular, founder Sue Charlton, which is why she was committed to giving back, and CEO Roger Babolka welcomed the opportunity for
Babolka said. “We are so grateful for this donation and look forward to when they can establish their own sub fund.”
The foundation already has almost 30 sub funds, covering such areas as mental health, education and the arts.
Rosangela is now in the throes of writing the second book of the ALiNA PiCCOLiNA series and has been doing readings in school, often accompanied by a gnocchimaking session as she shines a light on her Calabrian heritage.
She has visited Penola’s McKay Children’s Centre, Millicent’s Gladys Smith Early Learning Centre and St Anthony’s Primary School
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and Mount Gambier’s Tenison Woods College and is available for similar school visits. You can contact Rosangela via the ALiNA PiCCOLiNA facebook page or via email at info@alinapiccolina.com
ALiNA PiCCOLiNA and her adventures with Zietta is available for sale online as well as order forms, which are available from Metro Bakery & Café; A Slice of Metro, Bond Chiropractic Centre, Tenison Woods College, St Anthony’s Primary School, Salt Wellness Sanctuary and the Stand Like Stone Foundation office.
FOUNDATION DONATION: (Above)
Illustrator Tahlee Chant; finance manager Jason Seidel, Stand Like Stone Foundation CEO Roger Babolka, Dr Sue Charlton, author Rosangela Crispino and creative team Lauren Booth & Leigh Howlett.
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Lisa Ruffell moved to Robe six years ago to enjoy an idyllic retirement with her husband. The seaside town, where they had enjoyed a pre-marriage holiday, ideally situated between their three children and eight grandchildren that call Melbourne, Bendigo and Adelaide home.
A Ruffell retirement was never going to be just long lunches and walks on the beach – they run two businesses and have immersed themselves in a variety of community groups – but things have taken an interesting turn with Lisa now sitting in the mayoral chair after the town was initially left without a candidate for the top job.
Elected unopposed at the recent supplementary election, Lisa has hit the ground running in her new role after fellow councillors encouraged her to put her hand up for the vacant position.
“That encouragement from the councillors around the table saying they were in favour of me putting my hand up made it an easy decision,” Mayor Ruffell said. Her resume includes plenty of local government experience – she spent eight years as a councillor and mayor in Bendigo.
“I’ve always been involved in local government,” she said. “That’s the grassroots of a community and if you want to achieve anything that’s where you need to be. You can advise the State Government and the Federal Government about what your community needs.
“At the end of the day, you are there for the community and you need to put your voice out there.”
In Bendigo, Mayor Ruffell was working with a $269million dollar budget – in Robe that is a $6-7million dollar pot of money but the skills transfer.
“Even when you have the large budget in a big council, you still have attract funding to get things done – you probably just need that support even more in a small council,” she said.
“We (Robe) really have to rely on funding from State and Federal Government and we have to help the community understand we can’t have everything,” Mayor Ruffell said.
“But that being said you can plan. If you have some kind of five, 10 and even 20 year plan, it shows the next generation what you are trying to achieve.
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“When I was in Bendigo I found it worked really well to do projects in stages and while it might take more time but it gets done.”
An example of that is Bendigo’s White Hills Botanical Garden – a project started under Mayor Ruffell’s leadership and completed just recently.
“You can achieve more for your community if you budget in stages,” she said.
Mayor Ruffell believes Robe is a town of untapped potential and she looks forward to working with the elected members to starting tapping into the potential.
“It is just so beautiful here,” she said. “You can retire here, can have a family life here, can run a business and can be an entrepreneur.”
As with most regional local councils, infrastructure heads the priority list.
“You need to have the facilities for both the locals and tourists,” Mayor Ruffell said.
She has already been shocked to find out there are not even basic requirements in the town’s industrial area.
“The bring their own water in –that can’t happen,” she said.
“Robe is rapidly growing and we need infrastructure to meet the needs of a growing community.”
And she has other ideas floating around, including the establishment of a surf life saving club, a stadium for sports like netball and basketball, and angle parking adjacent the school, especially to cope with the influx of visitors.
“The roads have been neglected and the entrance way to our town needs to be glowing – that is a priority for me,” Mayor Ruffell said.
She also has earmarked working towards an alternate road in and out of the town as a crucial development.
“I know it’s been talked about and we really need to address it – things like the big trucks going down the main street,” Mayor Ruffell said.
“There’s really so much opportunity here and that’s why we opened the jewellers and opened the chocolate shop and there is so much potential for Robe to grow into the future.”
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“...you can retire here, can have a family life here, can run a business and can be an entrepreneur...” Lisa Ruffell (District Council of Robe Mayor)
“...at the end of the day, you are there for the community and you need to put your voice out there...” Lisa Ruffell (District Council of Robe Mayor)
All roads lead to Yakka Park next month when the 43rd South East Field Days fire up for two days on March 17 and 18.
Fabulous food, innovations in agriculture, working dog championships and a range
of activities and displays as far as the eye can see ensure an entertaining and memorable family day out.
As always, organisers always unveil new headline acts, as well as ensuring time honoured
favourites are again part of the Lucindale Lions Club hosted event.
Matt Evans (pictured bottom right), The Gourmet Farmer, heads the list of 2023 attractions.
The food writer, farmer, television broadcaster and chef is based in Southern Tasmania, working and living on Fat Pig Farm, a mixed holding where he tends a garden, makes cider, fattens the namesake pigs and tries to entice milk from two full cream dairy cows.
Matthew’s personal farming journey has been the focus of six series of Gourmet Farmer on SBS, and he’s presented two documentaries, For The Love of Meat, and What’s The Catch.
He is the author of 13 books on food, including the authoritative ethical meat manifesto On Eating Meat, and his latest cookbook The Commons.
He’s an advocate for open, fair, accountable food and farming systems, and has pushed for honest labelling so we can all enjoy sustainable seafood.
Rising Australian country music star Angela Easson (pictured left) is another of the top shelf attractions, with the vibrant, up-and-coming singer/songwriter set to entertain the SE Field Days crowd.
Angela has impressed the Australian modern country scene with her hard-earned reputation for mixing infectious melodies with her intensely personal lyrics.
Field days organisers always ensure there are high-octane offerings on the two day program and Randy’s Junk Yard Action Show (pictured second from top right) fits that bill.
This freestyle entertainment show is an, all-weather, action-packed motorcycle and bicycle trials stunt show delivered with a comical twist and patrons will be able to enjoy up to three action packed shows per day.
Can Am ‘Addicted to Mud’ (pictured top right) also provide that high-octane entertainment –a staple of the field days program in recent years, you can watch the team from Can Am demonstrate the latest in AV technologies in the purpose-built mud field pit.
The CopRice South East Field Days Working Dog Championships are also a regular on the SE Field Days program.
It is an event steeped in history with Lucindale hosting the first ever yard dog trials in South Australia more than four decades ago.
The championships, which actually kick off on Thursday, March 16, attract the best dogs and their handlers from across Australia and there is always plenty of local talent on show as the dogs go to work on the two purpose built, permanent trial courses.
Family entertainment is always a priority of organisers and the 2023 program has no shortage of options.
There is the Old Macdonald’s Travelling Farms, that bring a variety of baby farm animals to you, including lambs, chickens, rabbits and goats, providing a fun and interactive animal experience
for young children with food available to feed.
While for those who want a bit more action Burrungule Park Laser Tag will be running a purpose built arena for the young and young at heart.
Lucindale Area School also plays a hand in the providing children’s entertainment with the Blue Yakka Trail – a field days favourite that is a fun hunt for children to explore what’s on offer from the many exhibitors onsite.
Of course, at the heart of the field days, is the focus on all things agriculture and just like every other
area of our life, technology has insinuated itself into the ag sector. So while there will be the usual array of traditional machinery and equipment stall holders, there will also be significant interest in the Ag Tech centre where you will be the latest in technology and innovations specific to the agriculture industry - the perfect opportunity to talk to the experts. The two huge general interest pavilions also see plenty of foot traffic as patrons check out an array of stalls and displays including craft, clothing, wine tasting and speciality food.
With the region’s students now back to school and university, the team at Stand Like Stone is delighted to announce that 30 scholarships totaling $75,000 have been offered to students right across the Limestone Coast.
Stand LIke Stone Foundation CEO Roger Babolka said these scholarships would be supporting local students to complete secondary schooling, commence school-based apprenticeships and undertake tertiary education both locally and in Adelaide.
“Thanks to the ongoing generosity of our donors, we’re thrilled to be able to continue supporting local students in a variety of ways, whether it’s paying for school fees, assisting with the purchase of course equipment, through to assisting with general living expenses or accommodation costs for students studying away,” Mr Babolka said.
One of this year’s successful recipients is former Mount Gambier High School student Sarah Dally (pictured) whose application embodied the very essence of Stand Like Stone, inspiring courage and determination whilst overcoming life’s challenges.
“Sarah has shown a great deal of determination throughout her
schooling whilst also dealing with a family tragedy in recent years. Her determination to succeed in her chosen sport and community activities is an inspiration to all,” Mr Babolka said.
“The scholarship from Stand Like Stone will provide Sarah with financial support for her living and accommodation expenses whilst studying an Honours Degree in Psychology, specialising in Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of South Australia in Adelaide, which will provide financial relief for her family.
“Our scholarships are all about giving local students the opportunity to thrive so that they, in turn, can make great contributions to our community in the future.”
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$1800
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$1100
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Opera South Australia will be heading to Penola for this year’s penola Coonawarra Arts Festival in an exciting coup for the festival committee.
Under the umbrella of G&S FEST, celebrating the very best of British comedy opera in Adelaide, performers Rosie Hosking and Rod Schultz, accompanied by Penny Cashman, will present a special cabaret style performance in Rymill Hall, taking the audience on a quirky, madcap and sentimental journey through the songs and times of Gilbert and Sullivan.
Titled Here’s a How-de-do, the one-off performance is set to recreate zany characters from the famous operettas The Mikado, Pirates of Penzance and H.M.S. Pinafore amongst others.
The Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival kicks off with its opening
night at the Penola High School on Thursday, May 18, announcing the winners of the 2023 John Shaw Neilson Acquisitive Art Prize, Local Art Prize and Design Prize, setting the scene for a weekend filled with music, art, workshops and events.
Live music is once again a firm fixture in the festival’s program, with Simon Weston securing established and emerging acts for the perenially popular Coonawarra Vignerons Shenanigans at the Coonawarra Hall on Saturday night and hosting an ‘Open Mic’ competition on Sunday afternoon at the ROAK Hotel.
On Sunday, families are invited to head ‘Down the Lane’ as Petticoat Lane comes alive with activities for kids along with food, wine and music. Centred around a ‘Green’ theme, everyone is invited to join in the fun and wear something green,
upcycled or recycled to celebrate. The festival committee is calling for new and old Friends of the Festival to support the festival through a simple donation of $50 through www.artsfestival.com. au to assist with running costs
The full program of events will be previewed on March 15 at an event for valued sponsors and Friends of the Festival, with tickets available for the wider community on Saturday, March 18, through www.artsfestival.com.au
ARTS FESTIVAL: (Above) All the action and entertainment of Shenanigans returns in 2023.
An iconic piece of Portland’s history has been recognised at a state level after being officially included on the Victorian Heritage Register.
The Portland lifeboat has been recently determined by the Heritage Council of Victoria to be of cultural significance and has been added to the Victorian Heritage Register. The lifeboat, which is on permanent display at the Portland Maritime Discovery Centre, is one of the oldest surviving shore-based lifeboats in Australia. The lifeboat is particularly significant for the part it played in the rescue of survivors from the wreck of the Admella in 1859.
Captained by James Fawthrop, the lifeboat was able to rescue 19 people after they had clung to rocks for eight days.
Recently appointed Arts and Culture Manager Lauren van Katwyk said it was an important step in preserving the history of the Lifeboat, and life in Portland during the 1800s. ‘We welcome the
recognition of Portland’s lifeboat as holding state significance,” she said. “It has played an important part in the history of Portland and its maritime heritage, and this listing will help ensure that it is kept and maintained for future generations to enjoy.”
Collection Management Coordinator Agostina Hawkins who has played a key role in the Heritage process was delighted with the announcement. “The
Portland Lifeboat and several other key pieces in Glenelg’s Cultural Collection, showcase that Portland is a site of historical importance for the state,” she said. “We’re thrilled about the inclusion of the Lifeboat on the Victorian Heritage Register. We look forward to sharing this exciting news with the community with a series of activities planned to take place later this year to celebrate the Lifeboat’s recognition.”
1. Australian NFL punter Arryn Siposs, who was part of Philadelphia’s Super Bowl losing line-up, played for which AFL club?
2. Which Bruce Springsteen song won the 1994 Oscar for Best Original Song?
3. Adam Clayton is the bass guitarist in which iconic rock band?
4. What is the capital of Northern Ireland?
5. Which actor played Christian Grey in the Fifty Shades film franchise?
6. Who hosted the lifestyle TV program The Outdoor Room?
7. Helianthus is the botanical name of which flower?
8. Who is the Greek goddess of hunting?
9. Which city hosted the 1960 Summer Olympics?
10. Which actor won his two acting Oscars for his roles as Vito Corleone in The Godfather Part II (1974) and Jake LaMotta in Raging Bull (1980)?
11. Which French landmark was destroyed by fire on April 15, 2019, and is currently being rebuilt in the hope of being completed by the 2024 Paris Olympics?
12. Circular and jigsaw are types of which woodworking tool?
13. What were the given names of the sibling soft rock and pop duo The Carpenters?
14. Who succeeded Lyndon B. Johnson as President of the United States?
15. Who was Australia’s first female police commissioner and in which State was she appointed to the top job?
16. Mt Buller is a ski resort in which Australian State?
17. Who was the first Australian to win a Winter Olympic gold medal?
18. Fahrenheit 451 and Let’s All Kill Constance are novels by which author and screenwriter?
19. Ray Martin, Ian Leslie & George Negus were the original reporters on which current affairs show?
20. Edgar Rice Burroughs is the author who created which fictional folk hero?
21. Which species is larger – the African or the Asian elephant?
22. Timothy Q. Mouse is the only friend of which Walt Disney animated character – the title character of his fourth feature film?
23. Who voiced Simba in the 1994 animated classic The Lion King?
24. Nairobi is the capital of which African nation?
25. In which month is the Boston Marathon set to be run in 2023?
26. In Christianity, what is the traditional name for the Sunday a week prior to Easter Sunday?
27. Which two colours make up the Israeli flag?
28. Founded in the 18th century, what is the name of the English fine china, porcelain and luxury accessories manufacturer widely associated with its distinct blue & white style?
29. On which famous New York street is the flagship Tiffany store?
30. Desert Eden and Beautiful Magnolia are fragrances from which luxury brand?
31. The Gobi Desert is in which continent?
32. What is anecdotally referred to as the national dish of Indonesia?
33. What is the body of water between Australia and New Zealand?
34. Which two coaches are facing off in this season’s NBL grand final series?
35. Which actor played Harry Potter in the epic movie franchise?
36. Robert Galbraith is an alias used for other works by which prolific fantasy author?
37. Ivy league school Harvard University is in which US State?
38. Who is the host of Channel Nine’s A Current Affair?
39. With which sport do we associate Susie Maroney?
40. Volodymyr Zelenskyy is the president of which country?
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March 11
The Mount Gambier Community RSL played host to a group of 47 ordinary people last Friday as the South East Regional Order of Australia Group convened for its annual lunch.
From Kingston and Mount Benson down to Port MacDonnell, recipients of Honours List awards meet up once a year at locations across the region and the 2023 event saw a record 47 people taking up the opportunity to catch up.
The Order of Australia Association South Australian branch regional groups coordinator Ken Coventry OAM JP was in attendance and said the regional groups were important for rural and regionally based recipients to feel included.
“We want to recognise the great award they have got and potentially through them we might find out about other individuals in the community that do wonderful things,” Mr Coventry said.
“They are wonderful people in here that make great contributions and there are many others out there in the community.” Dr Jerry Leech AM was guest speaker at the 2023 lunch.
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PENOLA COONAWARRA
ACOUSTIC MUSIC GATHERING MCCORQUINDALE PARK PENOLA
March 17-19
“As our chairman said when presenting the award, ‘there are ordinary people in this room today having done absolutely wonderful, extraordinary things’. Send details of your community event to editorial@lifestyle1.net
1. Trudie Pulford & Pauline Kenny OAM (Mount Gambier) 2. John Andre AM with wife Doris Andre (Furner) 3. Sandra & Allen Woodham OAM (Mount Gambier) 4. Kingston’s Tony Hutchison AM with Robe’s Margie & Dave Thomas OAM 5. Gayle Cowan OAM; Dr Jerry Leech AM; Jan Pfeiffer (representing her husband Fred Pfeiffer OAM, who was unable to attend); Mary Leech & Bob Cowan OAM (Mount Gambier) 6. Valda & Brian Collins OAM (Port MacDonnell) with Robin Conboy OAM and wife Marie Conboy (Mount Gambier) 7. Doris & Michael Bleby OAM (Millicent)
Paraphrasing Jack Nicholson in A Few Good Men – can you handle the truth? Regardless of the answer, 2023 Adelaide Writers’ Week is tackling the subject with the theme Truth Be Told.
A huge program, centring on that theme weaving on the notion of truth; truths we acknowledge, truths we feel are debatable and those beyond debate, kicks off on March 4 and as it has since 2016, Team Leader Library Programs Kristi Brooks said the Mount Gambier Library is providing access to some incredible live streaming opportunities.
“We were one of the first libraries to host the live stream with the festival hoping to reach a broader audience,” Mrs Brooks said. “In being a host venue our community members can be part of this literary festival that has access to incredible speakers. Our community doesn’t miss out.”
“Internationally bestselling Jane Harper is sure to appeal to many, whilst the opinionated Peter FitzSimons is always entertaining and passionate as he discusses his well-researched military battles,” Mrs Brooks said. “And we must mention Former Australian of the Year, Grace Tame who will be in-
conversation with award-winning Four Corners journalist Louise Milligan.”
And Adelaide Writers’ Week is also the type of event that unearths new talent and new voices.
The live streaming event traditionally attracts good numbers and you can access a full program at the library and by keeping an eye on their social media platforms.
“We have a strong cohort of library members that attend, prepared with the program, taking notes, joining in with live Twitter questions and stay for the majority of the sessions,” Mrs Brooks said. “Participants have access to refreshments; tea & coffee, and a fridge to bring their lunch should they wish to and if staying for the whole day isn’t for you, we welcome anyone to pop along and listen to their favourite speaker.
“Our dedicated program will tell you everything you need to know; the session time, the theme and general content to expect, who is speaking and who is facilitating –which can really elevate the talk, especially if there is a little friendly banter between all involved.”
PROGRAM
Monday 6 March
Literary Lives: Bernadette Brennan, Heather Clark, Samantha Rose Hill, Hermione Lee, Sean O’Beirne & Brigitta Olubas
Hype, Hypocrisy & History Speeding
Up: David Hare
The Irish Question: John Boyne, Esther Freud & Louise Kennedy
Meet the Cohens: Josh Cohen & Joshua Cohen
An Australian Publishing Icon: Hilary McPhee
Why Books About Politics Matter: Laura Tingle & John Warhurst
Tuesday 7 March
The Politics of Pandemics: Chip Le Grand & Raina MacIntyre
Poetry in the Age of Absolutely
Everything: Simon Armitage
When Children are Cannon
Fodder: Paul Byrnes
From the Pulse of my Heart: Louise Kennedy
Modern Relationships: Sloane
Crosley, Laura Kipinis & Diana Reid
America, America: Shalom
Auslander, James Curran, John Keane & Fintan O’Toole
Wednesday 8 March
Yes, He Has Come to the End of His Sentence, But Does That Mean He has Nothing More to Say? John Banville
Sloane Crosley in Profile: Sloan Crosley
The Perils of Publishing: Michael Bradley, Adele Ferguson, Samantha Maiden & Louise Milligan
A Tender Lady Chatterley: Alison MacLeod
A Vision in Teal: Simon Holmes a Court, Margot Saville & Brook
Turner
On Ending: Geoff Dyer
Thursday 9 March
Life is a Brief Affair: Alex Miller
May These Words Bring You Home: Grace Tame
Cold War, Hot Culture: Louis
Menand
The Aussie Queen of Noir: Jane Harper
The Planet’s Clock is Ticking: Rose Garnaut & Simon Holmes a Court
The Battle for Long Tan: Peter FitzSimons
CHECK OUT THE FULL PROGRAM FOR FULL DETAILS OF EACH SESSION
Mount Gambier Library is promoting the ‘Australia Reads Reading Hour’, a national day dedicated to sharing the joys of books, reading and stories, on Thursday, March 9, at 6pm.
Perfect for families who can’t make the Mount Gambier Library’s weekday programs, this event is open for families of all ages.
Children’s and Youth Services Library Assistant Bek Coates (pictured) invites families to join the Mount Gambier Library as they host the Camp Out Read.
“We are encouraging adults and children to come in their pjs, dressing gowns or onesies and we will dim the lights in our Children’s Cave/ Yulangu Kanapinan,” she said.
The night will see families enjoying a Milo and biscuits as Mount Gambier Library staff read some of their favourite picture books.
This is a free event with limited spaces available. Bookings are essential, to book contact the Mount Gambier Library (08)8721 2540.
“...in being a host venue our community members can be part of this literary festival that has access to incredible speakers. Our community doesn’t miss out..” Kristi Brooks (Team Leader Library Programs)Year 12 Grant High School student Mia Kleinig participated in the Lions Youth of the Year competition in Public Speaking at the Mount Gambier RSL last week, taking on two representatives from Mount Gambier High School. Mia was extremely successful during the event, winning both the impromptu response section as well as the prepared speech section.
“As St Martins has continued to grow it is important to us to keep a strong connection between our students right across the college.”
Those were the words of St Martins Lutheran College head of junior school wellbeing Robyn Teakle as the college’s Year 12 cohort buddied up with new reception students at the start of the 2023 school year.
“About four years ago, our then chaplain initiated this beautiful ceremony where we acknowledge the reception students who are at the beginning of their school journey, and the Year 12 students who are nearing the end,” Mrs Teakle said.
“During the ceremony there is a blessing over both Reception and Year 12 students as the older students greet, chat and share with the younger ones and in doing so place a specially designed bag tag on their backpack.
“ It was wonderful to have parents along to share in the ceremony and chat with their young ones and their new buddy. Throughout the year, the two year levels will have the opportunity to share more special moments together.”
Speaking on behalf of the older students, college captain Alex Laube said the ceremony was special for all the students involved.
“The Blessing of the Backpacks is a special event for the Year 12’s as it is the “old” welcoming the “new” and a great way to symbolise the start of their St Martins journey,” Alex said.
PHOTOS
1. Bridie shows buddy, Ella her new key tag
2. Nikita helps out Atlas by putting the key tag on his bag
3. Will G gets down to Teddy’s level
4. Year 12 Student Will B helps his buddy, Taylor get her bag up on her back
5. Olivia poses with Shishi
Regional Development Australia Limestone Coast (RDALC), through their Region Ready program, is delivering an online Specialist Seminar for local employers aimed at creating healthy workplaces on Thursday, March 2.
Kylie Cocks, Program Manager Healthy Workplaces from Wellbeing SA and Mardi Webber, Mentally Healthy Workplace Consultant from Return to Work SA will spend an hour walking participants through the steps required to create a healthy and happy workplace.
The workshop will provide information on the many free resources and services available and aims to have attendees walking away with some key actions to keep them moving towards developing a healthy workplace.
RDALC CEO David Wheaton encourages local business owners and operators to attend the seminar and take full advantage of the many opportunities being provided as part of the Region Ready Program, funded by the Government of South Australia.
“Workplace health and wellbeing experts will provide you with a roadmap you can use in your own business,” Mr Wheaton said.
This is a fantastic opportunity as healthy workplaces benefit both your employees and your customers or clients.
“The seminar is being provided at no cost to attendees as part of our Region Ready program which aims to build the capacity of businesses to attract, develop, and retain a skilled workforce.
“The seminar is a great example of RDALC working in partnership with the Government of South Australia to help support workplaces across our region.”
The Specialist Seminar will be held online from 11am on Thursday, March 2.
To register your attendance head to the RDALC Facebook page. Further Specialist Seminars are scheduled to be delivered in the coming months – information will be provided in RDALC’s electronic newsletter, The Weekly, as well as on their Facebook page. The Region Ready program is proudly supported by the Department for Industry, Innovation and Science.
Limestone Coast Toastmasters are pleased to announce that one of their local members has successfully competed in multiple Public Speaking competitions over the past year and will now compete on March 18 in the Central Division Competitions.
Andrea Braun (pictured) competed successfully last year in both her home club and C9 Area contests and will now compete on March 18 in Adelaide.
Last year Andrea reached this level whilst competing in Table Topics however this year Andrea will be competing in the International Speech section of the contest.
The requirements to participate in an International Speech Contest is that the participant must havecompleted Levels 1 and 2 of any path of the Toastmasters Pathways learning experience and their speech must run for 5-7 minutes and include an educational component.
Each year more than 30,000 Toastmasters compete in one or more contests including International, humorous, evaluation, table topics.
Andrea said it had been an incredible process to be involved in and was totally shocked to learn
that she had won through on each occasion.
Being one of the newer members of the local club Andrea attributes the skills she has attained to the teaching strategy of Toastmasters and her fellow members.
“Public speaking is definitely one the activities that totally takes me out of my comfort zone and if I had not become a member of the Limestone Coast Toastmasters then public speaking would not have been an option ever,” Andrea said.
She strongly encourages any interested persons to come along and try this interesting and fun activity.
Not only do they have so much fun at each meeting but they also learn invaluable skills which can assist anyone in a multitude of different areas for both work and pleasure.
Limestone Coast Toastmasters meet the first and third Wednesday of each month in the meeting room at the Mount Gambier Community RSL at 16 Sturt Street. Meetings start promptly at 7pm for an 8.30pm finish.
Come along and give it a try and for more information please contact the membership officer on 0417 509 144.
Young people in the Glenelg Shire have received a further boost for their mental health, with a key health agency re-signing to the award-winning Live4Life Glenelg initiative.
Portland District Health have extended their partnership with Live4Life Glenelg for 2023. The local health service recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Live4Life Glenelg, formalising their support for youth mental health.
Live4Life partnership officer Lynda Smith said it was fantastic to have renewed community support from the largest health organisation in the Shire.
“Portland District Health have been a key community partner of Live4Life Glenelg for the past five years and we are thrilled to welcome them on board again for 2023,” she said. “This MoU
will ensure we can continue to collaborate on key community events, and look for opportunities within the work of Portland District Health to promote and support the delivery of Live4Life Glenelg, such as the popular Colour Run last year.
“The MOU also provides opportunities for PDH to work in collaboration with the Live4Life Glenelg partnership group as a strongly networked community.
“But above all, this support will ensure we can continue to invest in young people’s mental health and wellbeing and decrease the mental health stigma.”
Portland District Health chief executive officer Samantha Sharp said the service was proud to work in partnership with Live4Life.
“The work that Live4Life have achieved with the youth in our Shire has been tremendous. Portland District Health is delighted to
partner with Live4Life and continue to support their program,” she said.
Live4Life is an award winning mental health education and youth suicide prevention model designed specifically for rural and regional communities.
Since its implementation in the Glenelg Shire in 2017 more than 230 young people have participated as crew members and more than 1700 young people and 280 adults have received mental health training. For more information, visit www.live4life.org. au/our-communities/glenelg.
PARTNERSHIP EXTENDED: Glenelg
Shire Youth Officers Jesse Beavis (left) & Casey Marlow (right) celebrate the renewed partnership for Live4Life Glenelg with Portland District Health’s allied health manager Nikki Edwards (centre)
A changing of the guard took place earlier this month for the Blue Lake Wanderers, a chapter of the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA).
Long standing club stalwart and past president Graham Dycer recently passed away, necessitating a new committee to be chosen at the AGM, held at Beachport. Geoff Wilson has stepped up from previous vice president, to attempt to continue the good work that Graham had done over the past 10 years.
Elizabeth Wilson continues on in her previous position of club secretary and Lynda Kekewick accepted the challenge of treasurer. Kevin Bonney and Gavin Kekewick were both nominated for the vice president position and will both stand to assist the club activities throughout the year.
If anyone is interested in motorhome activities, contact can be made to Elizabeth and Geoff on 0417 860 526 or (08)87255329; for more details on activities. Outings are arranged in the good weather, monthly and usually meet for a meal the last Monday of the month at various venues.
BLUE LAKE WANDERERS: Gavin Kekewick, Elizabeth Wilson, Geoffrey Wilson, Lynda Kekewick & Kevin Bonney
ARIES (March 21- April 20)
Lucky Colour: Red
Lucky Day: Sunday
Racing Numbers: 1-2-2-1
Lotto Numbers: 12-21-24-29-41-43
Don’t rush into situations you cannot see the outcome of. Not wise to lend or borrow or spend on anything but essentials. Providing you are cautious this could be a good period for romance for the eligible.
TAURUS (April 21- May 20)
Lucky Colour: Orange
Lucky Day: Tuesday
Racing Numbers: 4-5-1-7
Lotto Numbers: 4-5-17-29-26-41
You should make the effort to catch up on the chores that have been building up over the winter period. Be prepared for an opportunity to improve your career or money matters.
GEMINI (May 21- June 21)
Lucky Colour: Blue
Lucky Day: Friday
Racing Numbers: 2-1-6-1
Lotto Numbers: 2-16-17-31-42-43
Favourable influences on personal and romantic relationships. Any carefully planned venture you start during this period should have a successful outcome. Someone from the past could re-enter your life.
CANCER (June 22- July 22)
Lucky Colour: Green
Lucky Day: Wednesday
Racing Numbers: 1-2-1-2
Lotto Numbers: 1-12-18-28-25-43
Opportunities are around and if you are quick to take advantage financial rewards are indicated. The secret side of somebody close to you brings surprises. A little stranger could move in.
LEO (July 23- August 22)
Lucky Colour: White
Lucky Day: Thursday
Racing Numbers: 3-1-3-1
Lotto Numbers: 3-13-14-19-21-39
People around you can be changeable so don’t make plans concerning others. Affairs that have been complicated in the past could now be straightened out to your satisfaction and profit.
VIRGO (August 23- September 23)
Lucky Colour: Purple
Racing Numbers: 6-1-2-8
Hamilton Gallery will soon commence vital climate control and lighting upgrades which will enable the gallery to develop and host nationally significant exhibitions.
These upgrades will also safeguard the unique collection for years to come and importantly will be utilised within the new Hamilton Gallery development.
Hamilton Gallery director Joshua White said these upgrades will allow the gallery to meet industry standards.
“Without reliable conditions, the gallery is limited in loaning artworks and touring shows from other institutions, particularly from major galleries such as the National Gallery of Victoria and the National Gallery of Australia,” Mr White said.
“We are currently working on major exhibitions of international significance; the first occurring over summer 2023/2024 once works are complete.
“Hosting these exhibitions is an important step in attaining support and funding for the new Hamilton Gallery.”
The gallery was successful in attaining $549,678 in state government funding to address fluctuating temperature, humidity, and lux (brightness) last year.
Industry-leading climate control specialists, D&E Air Conditioning were awarded the tender for the new climate control system at the February council meeting, and local business Comtek Electrical were awarded the tender for the lighting project.
Gallery staff will commence
in March the significant task of relocating thousands of collection items from storage areas within the gallery to enable works to begin. The first floor will be closed at the conclusion of the exhibition Here and Now from Monday, February 27, until works are completed. The ground-floor and mezzanine levels will remain open until mid-April, with the current free exhibition ‘Icons: Australian Art’ extended. Hamilton Gallery has programmed a series of creative workshops in spaces beyond the gallery walls during the interruption to gallery opening hours. Residents and visitors can stay up to date with programming and reopening information on the Hamilton Gallery website and social media accounts.
Veterans and their families living in the South East will have direct access to specialised service and support providers at the 2023 South East Field Days at Lucindale on March 17-18.
Veterans SA will team up with Open Arms - Veterans & Families Counselling, Legacy Club of South Australia & Broken Hill, Military and Emergency Services Health Australia, Australian Partners of Defence and Disaster Relief Australia at this year’s event. Find Veterans SA and their exhibiting partners at Site 21 in the Yakka Pavilion at the 2023 South East Field Days at Lucindale. For more information, go to www.veteranssa.sa.gov.au
The District Council of Grant wishes to advise that notification has been received from BlueFloat Energy detailing that the Southern Winds Offshore Wind Project can now be accessed online and is OPEN for public comment resulted from a referral lodgement under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation
Head to https://epbcpublicportal.awe. gov.au/ and follow the links to the project
The public comment period for the referral will last for 10 business days from the date of the referral being published. This period is due to CLOSE Wednesday, March 8. Any enquiries must be forwarded to BlueFloat Energy at info@
Lucky Day: Monday
Lotto Numbers: 6-10-28-29-33-42
Not a good time to ask for favours. Your ideas could conflict with authority. Social and romantic affairs should be pleasant and some could meet someone who could make some of their dreams come true.
LIBRA (September 24- October 23)
Lucky Colour: Orange
Lucky Day: Friday
Racing Numbers: 1-5-2-6
Lotto Numbers: 15-26-28-39-30-45
People around you don’t seem to think very clearly, so you will achieve more by self-reliance. Don’t be hasty with any chores that require close attention to detail. It can be a favourable time to ask favours from superiors.
SCORPIO (October 24- November 22)
Lucky Colour: Grey
Lucky Day: Tuesday
Racing Numbers: 9-1-2-1
Lotto Numbers: 9-12-17-27-42-44
You should be able to talk most people around to your way of thinking and you may be able to capitalize on past efforts. Your career or public life should see good gains. A romantic proposition could surprise.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23- December 20)
Lucky Colour: Mauve
Lucky Day: Sunday
Racing Numbers: 1-7-1-1
Lotto Numbers: 1-7-10-11-25-43
People are more inclined to favour your causes with a little sympathy and understanding. Most problems seem to clear out of your way. Events should turn out better than anticipated.
CAPRICORN (December 21- January 19)
Lucky Colour: Black
Lucky Day: Wednesday
Racing Numbers: 1-6-1-8
Lotto Numbers: 16-18-19-22-35-42
Hunches can hit the mark and an opportunity too good to miss should present itself. Domestic scene needs more attention to remain stable and a younger family member could be creating waves.
AQUARIUS (January 20- February 19)
Lucky Colour: Silver
Lucky Day: Thursday
Racing Numbers: 4-6-2-2
Lotto Numbers: 4-6-22-37-33-41
Don’t make promises you cannot keep or get in the way of fights and arguments. Financial affairs are under favourable aspects and if you really try you shouldn’t miss. New sources of income could open up.
PISCES (February 20- March 20)
Lucky Colour: Yellow
Lucky Day: Monday
Racing Numbers: 7-1-9-2
Lotto Numbers: 7-19-26-24-32-45
Much to celebrate coming up, however, go easy on the budget. People who are in the position to help you along could be approached with a good chance of success. Someone has a friendly eye on your actions.
South Australia’s primary industries and agribusinesses continue to set the pace and deliver solid growth as it emerges out of a series of challenges faced in recent years.
South Australian Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development Clare Scriven
MLC said primary industries and agribusinesses were vital to South Australia.
“Despite the challenges of recent years these results clearly demonstrate the sector’s resilience and significant contribution to the State’s economy,” Minister Scriven said.
“Increases in food commodity prices along with favourable seasonal conditions were very much a driver in the overall result, nevertheless some headwinds were experienced in 2021- 22 with disruptions to global markets and supply chains, mostly caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and pandemic related lockdowns in China.
“While some of the global issues remain, along with inflationary pressures, the State Government remains cautiously optimistic that
the growth and resilience of our primary industries and agribusiness continue into this coming financial year.”
The resilience of the sector was outlined in the recently released Primary Industries Scorecard 202122 as it overcame the challenges of COVID 19, extreme weather, floods and bushfire events, the Russian invasion of Ukraine along with Chinese trade tensions to generate a revenue of $17.3 billion, an increase of 12% and accounting for 51% of the state’s merchandise exports.
The main drivers of this increase were field crops and livestock industries with field crop revenue up 23% to $5.6 billion supported by strong grain export prices that eventuated from drought in some northern hemisphere grain growing regions, global supply chain constraints and the war in Ukraine.
The value of livestock industry increased by 29% to $4.1 billion with favourable weather conditions and export prices contributing to the result.
Such growth has resulted in a flow on effect to the contribution of primary production activity (agriculture, forestry, and fishing) to the State’s economy (Gross State Product), up by 26% totalling $7.6 billion.
Total employment in primary industries and associated processing reached an estimated 71,000 jobs.
With strong demand for additional workers across many agricultural and processing
sectors, attracting, and training the workforce required for the future continues to be an important focus.
Overseas exports of agriculture, food, wine, and forestry products increased by 24%, totalling $7.5 billion, a major contributor being grain exports which increased by 59% in value to $3.8 billion.
Despite recent challenges posed by Chinese trade tensions with exports to that market falling by 35%, China remains the biggest overseas market accounting for 9% of the total food and agribusiness exports.
Wine was the biggest sector to be affected by the ongoing Chinese market downturn with a decrease in total wine exports by 16% to $1.38 billion.
The Scorecard includes the revenue, sales, exports and gross value production of primary industry sectors and associated
processing such as field crops, livestock, horticulture, wine, seafood, dairy, forestry, wool, skins, seeds, and animal feed.
Primary Producers SA chair Professor Simon Maddocks said the scorecard results were an incredible achievement for the state’s agriculture sector, which
had gone through those incredible challenges in the past year.
“Our sector is directly exposed to a changing climate, but through innovation, technology adoption and improved productivity on-farm, we continue to be a major contributor to the State’s economy,” he said.
“Primary industry is at the core of the South Australian economy, underpinning our tourism, food, and wine sectors; giving the government the capacity to invest in other areas like health, education, events, and jobs.”
To view the Scorecard results including the online interactive dashboard visit www.pir.sa.gov.au/ scorecards
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Friday 17th February 1pm (Warnertown)
Lindsay Murray Greys
Tuesday 28th February @ 11.30am (Pigeon Ponds)
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Tuesday February 28th @1pm
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Bonnydale Black Simmentals
Monday 13th March @ 1pm(WST) Bridgetown WA
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Thursday 16th March
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There’s no such thing as too much storage so look for versatile pieces that will accommodate the wide array of belongings your children will inevitably collect as they grow, from soft toys, to clothes, and every knick knack in between. Vertical storage can be a life-saver in a kid’s bedroom, especially when they’re little and you’d like to keep some things out of reach.
With an enviable inner-city location, this doublestone 3-bedroom home exudes high-class comfort and luxury. Immaculately maintained and expertly renovated, this home combines high-end modern amenities with touches of classic splendour, including 10-foot ceilings, leadlight window features, baltic timber floorboards and lush, sprawling gardens. The central location of this home offers you a highly desirable inner-city lifestyle, positioned just moments from Coles, Wulanda Recreation Centre and a dazzling array of breakfast and dinner options. This is true convenience, with everything you could want just a short walk away. All emergency services (fire, police & ambulances) are also only 1 minute away. A sense of style & class is immediately evident here, as the timber and leadlight front door leads you from the raised front porch and into
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the home itself. The entrance hall features high ceilings, designer light fixtures and timber floorboards that continue throughout the property. The warm-toned colour scheme, large well-placed windows and a clever layout ensure that moving through this large home always feels bright, easy and airy. The master bedroom is located at the front of the home and features a luxurious bio-ethanol fireplace that will make those frosty winter mornings feel a lot cozier. The front room is located just across the hall and features a slow-combustion fireplace with a decorative mantlepiece. A set of timber double doors connect this room to an adjacent second lounge and living area, making this a highly flexible space for entertaining guests. Also near the front of the home are the spacious second bedroom and the incredible main bathroom. This bathroom has been beautifully renovated,
featuring luxurious under-floor heating, a natural skylight, a spacious vanity, a toilet, a large walkin shower and a massive raised bathtub that will make you feel like royalty as you kick back and relax.
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AGENT Elders Mt Gambier 9 Bay Road, Mt Gambier Sarah Barney 0407 714 354 sarah.barney@elders.com.au
RLA 62833
PRICE Highest & Best Offers by 22nd March at 12noon (Unless sold prior) 3 1+ 2
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7 Stiles Street, Mount Gambier. $445,000 - $475,000
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Located in close proximity to Schools, IGA Montebello and the CBD. The front door opens into the carpeted lounge and dining room with large front-facing windows and access to the covered alfresco pergola. The adjoining kitchen offers a pantry, a double sink, an island bench, an electric oven and cooktop with a range and a d/washer. A carpeted family room opens onto a front-facing balcony via double glass door and boasts a built-in study. The main bedroom overlooks the garden, featuring a WIR and an ensuite bathroom. Two additional carpeted bedrooms benefit from BIR’s. The bathroom offers a vanity, bath, a frameless glass shower and a toilet. A secure double garage with electric roller doors also accesses the pergola and rear garden.
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Stunning bungalow of large proportions located in the heart of the city. Beautiful ornate features throughout including high ceilings, timber floors and leadlight entrance & windows. Open plan living, four generous bedrooms plus three bathrooms.
7 Derwent Court NEW
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Spacious solid construction brick and tile family home. Huge living areas and ducted reverse cycle heating & cooling. Beautifully updated kitchen with granite tops, gas cooktop, dishwasher and great storage. Three generous sized bedrooms all with built in robes and master with ensuite.
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Lovely solid stone home ideal as a first home or investment. Great kitchen/meals area and front lounge with gas heater. Three generous sized bedrooms all are carpeted, plus updated bathroom. Secure lease until August 2023 @ $280 p/week.
14 Kooringa Street
Quality stone construction, prime location on the river front, over 1,250m2 corner allotment. Spacious family home – perfect as a weekender or permanent home. One minute to the boat ramp. Bring your fishing rods and relax!
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19 Yeates Street
3 2 1 $320,000-$340,000
A large family home with great potential. Open plan living areas and situated in a lovely neighbourhood. Timber kitchen with electric cooking and a walk in pantry. Three generous sized bedrooms with the master including walk in robe and ensuite.
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An affordable seaside escape. Large allotment over 1,000m2. Detached garage, rainwater tanks, just a minute from quality boat ramp and play ground. Perfect for fishing, diving & swimming. Load up the boat!
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An ideal home for those looking to break the rental cycle or invest. Solid and spacious, huge kitchen/ dining, ducted gas heating and great shedding. Close proximity to city centre, schools and shops.
3 2 $300,000-$330,000
Lovely brick and tile home, ideal as a first home or investment. Open plan living with reverse cycle split system, timber kitchen with electric cooking. Three generous sized bedrooms, the master including built in robes and ensuite.
A perfect opportunity to expand your investment portfolio with this lovely property. Approval for ten storage sheds with an updated existing home already tenanted. The home itself is three bedrooms and has open plan living with a split system.
3 bedrooms with BIR, master with ensuite & WIR
Stunning kitchen /dining/ living area with BI pantry, dishwasher
Roller door clearance approximately 3.9m
Concrete floor
Sliding door clearance approximately 4.3m
3 phase power • Available now
NEW > PICTURE PERFECT LIFESTYLE
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING FRIDAY 24TH OF MARCH 2023 AT 12 NOON (if not sold prior)
Situated on approximately 5 acres of land fenced into 2 x large horse friendly paddocks, plus two separate paddocks, one with shed. The home has undergone a beautiful renovation & comprises of 3 bedrooms all with extensive robes plus a lovely study/4th bedroom. Large light filled lounge room & the r/c heating & cooling s/s sets the perfect temperature with heat shifters & slow combustion heating. Brand new kitchen contains pantry, stunning hybrid/rigid vinyl waterproof flooring, Miele dishwasher, F&P 900mm pyrolytic oven & Smeg induction cooktop whilst encompassing the large casual meals area plus a second living room.
E.O.I Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266
NEW > EXECUTIVE FAMILY LIVING
Beautiful family home close to Attamurra Golf Course & a short drive to Market Place Shopping Centre. Inside offers spacious master bedroom with WIR & ensuite plus an adjoining dedicated study. Lounge adjacent the front door provides a more private & relaxed space. A stylish kitchen is positioned to overlook the tiled dining & living spaces & is complimented by breakfast bar, dishwasher, gas cooktop & electric oven. A separate wing off the living room leads to the children’s bedrooms, all spacious queen rooms two with BIR’s. Outside the pergola faces the reserve whilst also overlooking the beautiful backyard with attractive landscaping & sprawling green lawns. Large 25,000L rainwater tank plumbed to the home, along with additional garden shed.
$649,000-$699,000 Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199 or
11 acres
- Captivating cathedral style ceiling with a mezzanine loft master bedroom
- Traditional woodstove with modern conveniences of electric stove & oven
- Two main carpeted bedrooms inside the main house, with an additional self-contained residence
- Beautifully renovated providing a country provincial feel - 3 Bedrooms, main with WIR & ensuite bathroom, additional bedrooms with BIR’s
- Beautiful kitchen with farmhouse sink, integrated dishwasher, gas cook top & electric oven
- Currently tenanted at $390 per week until 22/9/2023
NEW > CHARACTER AND CHARM
A rare offering 1940’s built home on a spacious 1180m2 allotment in highly desirable Lakes location with convenient access to schools, coffee shops, the CBD, the Blue Lake & Recreation Centre. High ceilings & period detailing passed throughout the home together with a stylish modern-look kitchen including stainless-steel appliances, 3 spacious bedrooms plus a study & formal lounge or versatile fifth bedroom, main bathroom with 2-way access to master bedroom, open-plan dining & living area & laundry combined second bathroom. Outside you’ll be pleased with the generous undercover outdoor entertaining in luscious rear garden & additionally is a selfcontained studio apartment at the rear of the property.
New 5 3 4
$119,000 New 1,305m2
BUILDING OPPORTUNITY IN PEACEFUL COUNTRY TOWNSHIP
- Services to the allotment include timber fencing, power, STEDS Connection, NBN Fixed Wireless internet availability & bitumen road with kerbing & street lights
- Positioned in a relaxed country community & accessible to so many amazing outdoor pursuits
- Perfect size allotment to ensure you can build your dream home along with a shed
- Titles are now issued and this property is ready to commence building on
628 EIGHT MILE CREEK RD, EIGHT MILE CREEK
LAND
1.525 hectares
ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT LUXURY ENTERTAINER
- Magnificently designed & luxury appointed beach front entertainer located in the heart of Riddoch Bay
- 6 star energy rating & overlooks over 73 metres of absolute beach frontage
Contact Sara McManus 0438 708 281 or Gail Richards 0409 268 199
- Located in a quiet residential street in the popular Lakes area
- Open plan living with modern updates that include white laminate kitchen cabinetry & electric cooking appliances
- Lounge area with r/c s/s air conditioning & s/c heating that includes heat shifter ducting to all three
- EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING WEDNESDAY 8TH MARCH 2023 AT 12PM (if not sold prior)
- Rarely does an opportunity like this come to market
- the ultimate building block just a stones throw from the Blue Lake - 794 m2 allotment has 20 metre frontage & set amongst other established homes
Gail Richards 0409 268 199
$399,000 - $435,000
IMMACULATE FAMILY HOME IN SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION
This immaculate family home is set on a generous 956m2, elevated allotment and is situated within walking distance to Tennison Woods College, Reidy Park Primary School, the iconic Blue Lake & many popular lookouts and walking trails. Features of the home include 3 bedrooms, all with built in robes & ceiling fans, kitchen with electric cooking & ample cupboard space with servery to the dining area, both areas filled with natural light and offering spectacular views across the city. Spacious lounge at the front of the home, upgraded bathroom with a shower over the bath, vanity & floor to ceiling tiles, with a separate toilet for your convenience. The slow combustion wood heater is centrally located perfect for those cold winter nights. The home has recently been professionally painted inside and out. Outside features include manicured lawns, low maintenance garden beds, a double bay garage plus a garden shed & a paved out door entertaining area. In conjunction with Gebhardts Real Estate.
The Mount Gambier community are encouraged to get their hands dirty at Clean Up Australia Day events to be held across the city this Sunday. Clean Up Australia Day inspires and empowers communities to clean up, fix up, and conserve our environment.
Australians are encouraged to join together to take positive action at Clean Up Australia Day events this year.
The City of Mount Gambier will host the clean up in the Cave Garden/Thugi.
City of Mount Gambier
Environmental Sustainability Officer Aaron Izzard encourages sporting clubs, families, individuals and groups to bring their own gloves and participate in the clean up.
“Getting involved with a local Clean Up Australia Day site each
year is a good way to show your appreciation for the natural environment in a practical, handson way,” Mr Izzard said.
A central marshalling area will be located near the Civic Centre from 10am on the day for volunteer information.
Community groups, businesses and school groups can register their own Clean Up event. The City of Mount Gambier will support registered clean-up events located within the city by collecting the rubbish accumulated at the Clean
10 WYATT STREET, MOUNT GAMBIER
OPEN SATURDAY 10.30-11.00AM
$610,000 4
CAPTIVATING CHARACTER HOME IN CENTRAL LOCATION
Built in 1935 and situated just 1 minute from the main street of Mount Gambier on a 616m2 corner allotment, this home is filled with character and old-world charm. The upper level of the home offers two large bedrooms, spacious lounge / sitting area with lead light windows & an open fire, a formal dining room and a spacious light filled kitchen with gas cooking, dishwasher & pantry.
A fantastic opportunity exists to purchase two generous sized allotments with the possibility of three separate rental returns. Both allotments are situated at the Eastern end of the main Street of Mount Gambier offering two shop fronts, shedding, a work-shop, office and 3 bedroom stone home.
1/3 cup (80ml) soy sauce
1/3 cup (80ml) fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp light brown sugar
4cm-piece ginger, peeled, finely grated (about 2 tsp)
1 tsp sesame oil
4 Chicken Thigh Fillets (about 550g), trimmed
1 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cups freshly cooked medium-grain brown rice
2 small avocados, peeled, halved, pitted, thinly sliced
2 Lebanese cucumbers, chopped
Up Australia Day event.
To register for an existing event, create a new event or donate to Clean Up Australia, visit www. cleanupaustraliaday.org.au
Schools Clean Up Day will be held on Friday, and Business Clean Up Day is Tuesday. Contact your school or business to confirm participation details.
IAN’S LEGACY: The late Ian Kiernan who established Clean Up Australia Day back in 1989
200g Perino tomatoes, halved
2 spring onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves
Method
In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, lemon juice, sugar, ginger and sesame oil until sugar has dissolved. In a sealable plastic bag, combine chicken, vegetable oil and 1 tbs of the soy dressing. Turn chicken in bag to coat. Marinate in the fridge for at least 15 mins and up to 1 day. Refrigerate remaining soy dressing. Prepare a barbecue for mediumhigh heat. Remove chicken from marinade. Barbecue chicken for 5-6 mins each side or until cooked through. Set aside to rest for 5 mins. Slice the chicken. Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top with chicken, avocado, cucumber and tomato. Spoon remaining soy dressing over the chicken and veggies. Sprinkle with spring onions and coriander leaves.
The Our Coorong | Our Coast project has been creating shorebird awareness through school communities with the establishment of the Limestone Coast Flock.
This creative and fun community driven project spreads the word of the importance of migratory and resident shorebirds to the Limestone Coast.
The Our Coorong | Our Coast project is supported by the Limestone Coast Landscape Board, through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program.
Burrandies Aboriginal Corporation cut out the birds, and local students from Meningie Area School, Keith Area School, Kingston Community College, Robe Primary School, Allendale East Area School and St Martins Lutheran College have decorated 380 birds.
The birds are to be displayed in coastal towns along the Limestone Coast from November through till March annually making visitors aware that shorebirds have migrated to our shore and to take caution on our beaches.
Robbie Andrew, Limestone Coast Landscape Board’s Project Co-ordinator for the Our
Coorong|Our Coast project said it was exciting to implement The Flock project as a way to increase awareness about migratory shorebirds visiting our shoreline during summe.
“Being aware of our local landscape and the ways we can protect these birds when we visit our beaches is important for their survival,” he said.
The Flock will be on display for the first time at the Farewell to Shorebirds event being held in Robe late March, when migratory shorebirds depart our shores to start their 10,000 kilometre trip back to the northern hemisphere.
The Limestone Coast Landscape Board’s Our Coorong | Our Coast project aims to restore and protect the habitat of beach nesting and migratory
shorebirds with The Flock just one of many initiatives. For more information about supporting shorebirds visit https://www.landscape.sa.gov.au/lc/projects/coastalprojects/our-coorong-our-coast
Stand Like Stone and OneFortyOne are continuing their partnership this year to support local community groups with their $50,000 grants program.
Applications are now open for not for profit groups across the Limestone Coast region are encouraged to apply for a funding boost.
Stand Like Stone’s CEO Roger Babolka said community organisations were an important part of this region, and these grants provide Limestone Coast communities with the boost they may need to make great things happen.
“We know that our region is filled with many determined, inspiring and resilient people with great ideas, and funding from our grants partnership can help these projects come to life and make a real impact,” Mr Babolka said.
“So, whether it’s a school project, community garden, wellbeing initiative or an activity that results in strengthening the skills, abilities or internal processes within a local not-forprofit organisation, we are certainly encouraging groups to submit their applications for support.
“We are looking for projects that have far reaching, long term, positive social impact and really encourage new applicants to apply this year.”
Now into its 10th year, the Stand Like Stone and OneFortyOne grants partnership has delivered $330,000 to support 32 local projects.
OneFortyOne Jubilee Sawmill general manager Nigel Boyd said they look forward to the 2023 delivery of the partnership between OneFortyOne and the Stand Like Stone Foundation”.
“We are excited to review the many meaningful and positive applications to help provide some support," Mr Boyd said.
"A thriving community is what we aim to achieve and seeing some of the projects that get put forward really showcases some hard working and passionate people in the local community”.
Applications are now open for grants $5,000 - $20,000 and close at 5pm on March 31.
Further details and the on-line application forms are available from www.standlikestone.com.au
PARTNERSHIP CONTINUES: OneFortyOne Jubilee Sawmill general manager Nigel Boyd with Stand Like Stone CEO Roger Babolka
Gambier Earth Movers Pty Ltd (GEM) located in Mount Gambier South Australia, is a family owned Civil Construction and Quarrying Industry that has been providing services throughout South East South Australia and South Western Victoria for over 60 years.
We take pride in offering quality services, products and the delivering of excellent outcomes for all our clients.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Compliance/WHS Administrator to join our team on a full time basis. This position, reporting to the WHS Coordinator is responsible for ensuring our Internal Management System (IMS) is accurately maintained to meet its ISO accredited risk management and compliance framework.
In addition you will be assisting the WHS Coordinator with governance on WHS compliance including return to work matters. Where required we will assist in the training and upskilling of the successful applicant.
Role Responsibilities
The role responsibilities include:
• To operate as an effective member of the Gambier Earth Movers Pty Ltd workforce delivering outcomes in a safe and efficient manner
• Assist in the development, implementation, review and dissemination of relevant policies, procedures, processes, controls and guidelines to promote compliance, reduce risk and meet internal, external and ISO obligations throughout the GEM Group
• Assist the WHS Coordinator in facets of injured workers return to work and claim management
• Undertake internal compliance audits with recommendations and follow up of applicable corrective actions
• The promotion of awareness and compliance, and to provide support and guidance of procedures and rules to all managers, supervisors and employees
• Control and administration of all IMS records
• Coordinate and chair the IMS Management meetings
Skills and Qualifications
• Current Motor Vehicle Licence
• Experience in Compliance management (desirable)
• Understanding of applicable WHS laws (desirable)
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail
• Highly developed communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word & Excel
For further information about this position or the Company please contact Tony Calleja, HR Manager on 0437 465 379.
Written applications, including the names and contact details of at least (2) two referees, must be addressed to:
The HR Manager Gambier Earth Movers Pty Ltd PO Box 378 Mount Gambier SA 5290 or alternatively emailed to: tcalleja@gem-group.com.au and should be received by 5.00pm Wednesday 8 March 2023.
1) Native of Novi Sad
5) Sassy, like a shampoo brand? 9) Riding costume 14) Cafe___ (black coffee) 15) Gray-matter creation 16) Freezing home
Birdbath organism
Godmother, sometimes
Senator who made the rounds?
Bird-brained baseball instructors?
23) Snacked on
Army bunk 25) Initial start 28) Pain spasm 30) It’s canceled when it’s accepted
It puts you off-course
Chat
Keg contents, sometimes
Like average grades
Result of a bird-brained dissection? 42) Feature of some modern stadiums
Sphere
Cousin of an ostrich
One submitting a 1040
Anything of material
posterior?
Java can be found in it
Ready to be picked
husband
1) Speak irritably to
2) Stone Age tool
3) Square-_ (sailing ship)
4) Highlands hill
5) Key instrument?
6) Chemical extractions
7) You may get a hand here
8) “Bye now!”
9) Loftily situated
10) Shoelace end
11) Response to a sneeze
12) A positively charged atom
13) Amount of bricks?
21) Cousteau’s bailiwick
22) Certain facial blemish
26) Opposite of west
27) “_ can play that game”
29) Jack’s giant, for one
31) One of the five senses
32) Kentucky boxing legend
35) It has two pieces on the beach
37) Cries openly
38) Scholarly reference book
39) Disperse oil in water
40) Nada
41) One of the Muses
42) Bear’s lair
46) Woodlands
47) Pine products
49) Comedic takeoff
50) Emulates Romeo and Juliet
51) Least wild
53) Drag behind
55) Make ashamed
58) “The Metaphysics of Morals” author
59) Jacob’s twin brother, in the Bible
60) Duffer’s sandy challenge
61) Fair_ ( copyright issue)
62) Clothing attachment
If you want to understand the value of a good coach you need look no further than Keryl Ousey. Were it not for the support of her basketball coach, she may not still be involved in the sport.
“Truthfully, if it wasn’t for Matt Sutton I probably wouldn’t have kept with basketball,” Keryl said. “From juniors I believed I wasn’t learning and growing as much as I wanted to, but he brought me into the (Pioneers) program and I am really grateful for that. It introduced me to how amazing basketball can be and how much I can learn.”
It sees Keryl signing on again for the 2023 NBL1 season for the OneFortyOne Pioneers having been part of the program in 2021 and playing twelve matches for the NBL1 Sandringham Sabres in 2022 when she studying in Melbourne.
“I’m really happy to have Keryl back in our program after a year away for study in Melbourne,” head coach Matt Sutton said. “She’s a great young talent that represents our community really
well; she works hard, has great size and mobility, which will add considerably to our depth.”
Keryl’s basketball journey was inspired by her equally talented older brother Braiden Ousey, who has been part of the Pioneers program as well and also spent some time at college in the United States.
“My brother Braiden was always playing basketball growing up so that’s how I really got into it,” she said. “I started playing basketball in under 12s which was in 2013.”
And that 10 year old who just wanted to follow in the footsteps of her older brother turned out to be quite talented, playing club basketball for Cougars, earning the Most Improved Junior Athlete award at Basketball Mount gambier in 2018, representing Mount Gambier in the junior Lakers program from Under 12 through to Under 18 and playing State basketball at Under 16 and Under 18 level.
Her association with the Pioneers dates back to 2019 when the team was cobbled together in record
time as part of the SA Premier League. It was the season the club was under threat and not only maintained its men’s program but reintroduced its female program in a bid to achieve entry to what is now NBL1 – mission accomplished.
She was also part of the program in the COVID-cancelled 2020 season, the 2021 season and then the season with Sandringham due to her relocation to Melbourne –where she also played in the BigV Under 23 team.
“I have truly been able to fall in love with basketball since being a part of the Pioneers program,” Keryl said. “Thinking about and playing basketball at this level has really opened my eyes up to how much I love the sport. I believe I’ve become a tougher and more confident player.”
And with her return to Mount Gambier and the Pioneers, Keryl has some clear goals for season 2023.
“I really want to become a smarter and more dominant player on the court, being around the girls and enjoying the game, while being as competitive and ruthless as we can be,” she said.
Her motivation also still very much connected to her brother Braiden.
“He brought me right back into basketball,” Keryl said. “Seeing how hard he has worked in both basketball and football really pushed me to kick it up a notch and fight to be better.”
Juggling sports will not just be on Braiden’s agenda –Keryl is also set to juggle her Pioneers commitment with netball – another sport in which she has enjoyed great success.
She was a junior star at Kalangadoo, winning a premiership every year she played at the Magpies but basketball did become front of mind once she had completed her junior netball career.
This season though, she is headed to Tantanoola to return to her netball career as well as her career with the Pioneers.
The Castec Rural Pioneers and the OneFortyOne Pioneers will commence their 2022 NBL1 South campaigns with a double header on the road on April 1 & 2, before playing their first game at the all new state of the art Wulanda Recreation & Convention Centre on Friday, April 14.
Warriors were pinching themselves going into the fourth innings 5-3 up against league leaders Demons in what had been a battle of old.
Warriors gun Sarah Polderman caught the ball after the music stopped which meant she had the pitching duties for the day after The Flash Erin Chaplin was unavailable at the last moment.
Polderman was pitching laser beams, striking out four of the Demons hot bats but they still got good contact with a hit each to Em Hart, Steph Chant, and a lovely double to Cody Manning up until that fateful fourth dig.
Prior to that, Polderman had chopped two singles adding another in the fourth, with Clare Chaplin and Skylea McLean showing their strength and speed with singles in the third.
Chaplin smashed a ball to right, enjoying the crack of the bat. Kelly Doyle epitomised the Warrior spirit by putting herself behind many pitches when catching, not to mention lining two safe hits to Jo Hart at left in memory of a lovely lady who had recently passed.
Smiling assassin Melissa Chuck showed why she has been Warriors best for a long time, with three smoked hits including a huge triple to right.
She led from the front with her onfield talk and aggressive base running, which was also shown by Linda Dodds, McLean and Chaplin.
Warriors put on nine in the fourth having encouraged a pitching change by showing patience and team hitting against the strength of Billy Jones.
Bec White especially enjoyed the change with two zingers, the new Demon of the South kind Jasmine Disselbach less so being hit by a Manning pitch.
Demons dug deep into their wealth of experience and form which has them top of the ladder for most of the year in the bottom of the last.
Disselbach paid Manning back by catching a fly off that dangerous Demons’ bat for the first out, then making a 4-3 for a steadying second out off the bat of Ebony Smith who had been kept busy all day at right for Demons.
Warriors coaching staff will undoubtedly be increasing their health insurance coverage after being one out away from a comprehensive team victory with what happened next.
Demons made the most of a tiring Polderman who was tired from rounding the bases three times and plate umpiring the earlier game.
The Demons runs kept coming despite the best attempts of Arrabelle Searle and White stopping some key hits in the infield.
Manning drove another long ball and may have misjudged the well tuned relaying of Warriors by taking an extra base but forcing the ball out of the glove in a tag play at second to keep her side alive.
Unbeknownst to pretty much everyone on the diamond, Warriors had an insurmountable lead as Demons celebrated what most thought was the winning run when Smith slid over the plate for their 10th run of the innings.
It was just Warriors’ time to have some luck fall their way, the run rule was invoked and they held on for a 14-13 victory.
Earlier in the day, itt was an entertaining contest between Concordes White and Wanderers.
Wanderers held Concordes in the first innings to no runs scored, then came out and took full advantage of early errors to score three runs and the early lead.
Concordes batters then settled in the second taking every opportunity in the batting box, including safe hits to Maddie Sutherland and Kerry Walker to score four runs and put Concordes back in the lead.
Karly Pearson took control on the mound for
Concordes held the Wanderers batters to no score for the next three innings with the backing of her field, not to mention a ripping catch at second by Sarah Thomson.
Fiona Finch also had a shinning catch to left field and throw to first for a double play in the third.
The remaining innings were tight with Concordes scoring one in the fourth and one in the fifth leaving Wanderers the final dig to win the game.
Kim Key started with a fly to left field that was safely caught by Di Patzel, Charli Kaigg got on base and Edie Jones was caught out on a fly.
Fiona Finch came up to bat and had a safe hit to centre field scoring Kaigg, but Abbie Lovekin was never going to be dropped by the reliable hands of Sarah Thomson ending the game and Wanderers chance of the win, Concordes holding on 6-4.
PLENTY OF ACTION ON THE DIAMOND: (Top left) Clare Chaplin dominated with the bat; (bottom left) Cody Manning always leads from the front for Demons & (below) Sarah Polderman had an impact in the pitcher’s circle and the batting box.
Mid Week Pennant
Mount Gambier RSL White 46/6 d Naracoorte RSL 40/2; Port MacDonnell Red 53/8 d Millicent Blue 42/0; Naracoorte 47/6 d Mount Gambier RSL Blue 44/2; Mount Gambier RSL Red 68/8 d Port MacDonnell Blue 33/0; Millicent Red forfeited to Mount Gambier Blue Ladies Pennant MATCHES CANCELLED DUE TO HEAT POLICY
Division 1
Uniting 9-65 d Mount Schank 3-40
Men’s singles: K. Cole d B. McInnes 6-4; J. Maxwell d W. Boston 7-6; T. Crowe lost to A. Laube 4-6.
Women’s singles: A. Dunn d N. Eastough 6-1; S. Delaney lost to A. Hood 2-6; J. Delaney d H. Collins 6-1 Glencoe 8-56 d Centrals/Uniting/Gambier 4-40
Men’s singles: D. Childs lost to A. Vandenhurk 1-6; P. Mitchell d M. Heemskerk 6-3; B. Mitchell d D. Heemskerk 6-1
Women’s singles: J. Mitchell d A. Huyser 6-1; S. Edwards lost to A. Telford 1-6; L. Edwards d H. Heemskerk 6-1 Reidy Park v West Gambier (no results available)
Division Two
Mount Gambier 11-72 d Mil Lel 1-29 ; remaining matches washed out
Division Three
Mount Gambier 8-67 d Uniting 4-39; Moorak 8-57 d Centrals 4-46; Suttontown 12-72 d Mil Lel 0-11; West Gambier - BYE
Ladies Doubles
West Gambier 5-37 d Mil Lel 1-24; Reidy Park v Glencoe (no results available); Uniting v Allendale East (no results available)
Mixed Doubles
Mount Schank 5-36 d Moorak Green 1-14; Moorak Gold 4-36 d Glencoe 2-29; Mount Gambier Green 3-25 d Mount Gambier Blue 3-24; Suttontown v Centrals (no results available)
TWO DAY FIXTURES (DAY ONE)
Barber Shield
West Gambier 1st inning 203 in reply (B. Stephenson 88; J. Geddes 18; N. Walters 3/22; W. Rowland 3/49; J. Miller 2/59)
d Mil Lel 1st inning 33 (N. Walters 18; S. Willis 4/6; T. Badman 3/3; B. Stephenson 2-14) & 2nd innings 91 (N. Walters 34no.; S. Willis 5/16; B. Stephenson 2/30) - WEST GAMBIER WON OUTRIGHT
Penola 1st innings 78 (M. Smith, M. Waters 19; L. March 18; I. Mulraney
4/15; E. Fisher 4/23) v North Sportsman’s 1st inning 4/110 in reply (N. McInerney 56no.; E. Fisher 25; M. Smith 2/19) - ABANDONED
South Gambier 1st innings 9/214 (S. Easterbrook 53; M. Sims 44no.; R. Drenthen 31; J. Sims 29; E. Geary 23; A. Hentschke 3/56; C. Little 3/46) d
East Gambier 1st innings 27 (B. Hentschke 7no.; R. Drenthen 7/4; J. Opie
2/7) & 2nd innings 7/192 (D. Stratford 76; E. Marks 50; J. Opie 2/26; J. Sims
2/25) - SOUTH GAMBEIR WON ON FIRST INNINGS
SEMI FINALS:
West Gambier v Penola (Malseed Park)
East Gambier v South Gambier (Scott Park)
Crouch Shield
East Gambier 1st innings 175 (P. Kerr 46; D. Whitehorn 24; A. Thomson 21no.; J. Geary 4/12; B. Geary 2/14) & 7/44 (A. Schultz 21; D. Loupos 3/25; R. Seager 2/5) d South Gambier 1st innings 171 (J. Geary 34; B. Geary 22; R. Seager 18; A. Thomson 4/32; S. Golebiowski 3/32; O. Bennett 2\/21) -
EAST GAMBIER WON ON FIRST INNINGS
Gambier Centrals (no details available aside from J. Thompson 140) d Glencoe 1st inning 7/312 (J. Matthews 127no.; T. Weaver 95; Z. Cocks 26; B. Barker 3/71; D. Barrett 2/39))- GAMBIER CENTRALS WON ON FIRST
INNINGS
Mil Lel 1st innings 165 (T. Grigg 55; S. Grigg 24; L. Cameron 23; M. Brown
19; C. Galpin 3/53) v West Gambier 1st innings 2/36 in reply (C. Galpin
17; A. Horbury 2/11) - ABANDONED
SEMI FINALS:
Gambier Centrals v East Gambier (Frew Park)
Glencoe v South Gambier (Marist Park)
Cox Bros Shield
Gambier Centrals 1st inning 320 (J. Risely 100no.; E. Williams 86; L. Rainey
33; D. Williams 27; R. Courtney 22; S. Just 3/57; Z. Walker 3/35) v Tarpeena
1st innings 0/1 in reply - ABANDONED
Kalangadoo 1st innings 8/233 (S. Casey 74; L. Carlson 46no.; A. Stone 27; R. Keely 22; M. Haase 2/16; D. Evans 2/26) d Glencoe 6/90 (T. Richards 23no.; R. Carlson 3/4) - KALANGADOO WON ON FIRST INNINGS
Yahl v Mil Lel - ABANDONED
SEMI FINALS:
Kalangdaoo v Tarpeena (Blue Lake Sports Park)
Mil Lel v Gambier Centrals (Reidy Park School Oval)
O’Donoghue Shield (GRAND FINAL)
Millicent 9/130 (B. Rowe 41no.; K. Bevan 31; S. Hunt 21; J. Sims 2/14;
S.Domeschenz 2/15 d South Gambier 81 (J. Sims 26no.; A. Lindner 3/10; K. Bevan 2/10; J. Dean 2/2)
MAN OF THE MATCH (Brayden Rowe - Millicent - pictured above)
Hall Trophy (GRAND FINAL)
Due to the inclement weather the grand final was being played as a one day fixture on Sunday - reesults in next week’s Lifestyle1
Sims Shield (GRAND FINAL)
Due to inclement weather the grand final was moved to a two day fixture on February 27 & 28 @ Steeline Park (Yahl) - 4.30pm start
Mount Gambier Table Tennis Club managed to avoid this week’s extreme heat conditions, allowing for some scorching battles to be played out on the tables.
Travis Sweet’s Banana Splits team took on Robin Pellen’s The 70’s Show in the first Division 1 matchup of the week, Sweet at his usual dominant best as he swept aside Sanith Ghetia and then Pellen comfortably. The ‘Splits had other strong contributors in Peter McKenzie and Alastair Earl who also posted clean sheets on the night, while Chris Turner was the standout player on an otherwise bleak night for The 70’s Show, who fell to a 14-4 defeat. Sirinat Sweet’s Goodies played out a thriller against Kevin Patzel’s NoName team in the other Division 1 contest. Sweet, Ward Freeman and Mark Bachmann all managed to come away with clean singles sheets for the Goodies, while Alex McGregor and Kylie Boston did likewise for team NoName. Freeman needed to overcome Patzel in the final rubber of the match to force a tie and countback to decide the overall winner. Patzel looked to be in total control early, comfortably coasting to a 2-game lead. The experience of Freeman could not be denied however, the Goodies veteran picking himself off the canvas and wearing his opponent down to take the third. The Goodies player continued the momentum to claim the fourth stanza, sending the battle to a gripping decider. After the combatants traded blows early, Patzel showed obvious signs of fatigue and frustration, making uncharacteristic unforced errors as his opponent remained ice-cold at the other end of the table. At 7 points apiece, Patzel sent a regulation forehand return long over the end of the table, growling at himself in anguish and anger. The Noname player was unable to regain his composure, gifting Ward the remainder of the points for an 11-7 win. With the overall result now locked at 9 rubbers apiece, a countback of individual games saw the Goodies record a slender 39-33 victory.
Division 2 provided a mixed bag of results this week, Pickled Shrimp falling to Dad’s Army in a landslide while The Young Ones and Silent Assassins needed a countback to decide the winner of their match. Early wins to Pickled Shrimps players Joel Schafer and Mark Devaney had their team holding firm against Allan Withers’ more fancied Dad’s Army outfit. The favourites soon flexed their muscles however, not allowing their opponents to register another win for the night, to come away with an emphatic 10-2 triumph. Withers and Deakin Lofthouse starred for the victors, both posting clean sheets on the night. The Young Ones got off to a flyer in their contest with the Silent Assassins thanks to strong wins to Mike Hosszu and Dapo Olutayo, before the Assassins made a strong comeback, substitutes Lorraine Halleday and Lenny Van Der Linde giving them the slight ascendancy. Little separated the two teams for the remainder of the night, another 6-all draw needing a countback to decide the overall winners. In the end it was Silent Assassins with the win by 22 games to The Young Ones’ 19.
Mount Gambier Table Tennis Club is always welcoming of new players of all ages, experience, and capability. Practice is held at 7pm on Monday nights, and competition is at 7pm on Wednesday nights at the Mount Gambier Showgrounds Hall. To register your interest, please contact the club at mtgtabletennis@ gmail.com or find the club’s Facebook page, or just come along on a Monday night and speak to a friendly welcoming committee member.
2-rubber winners:
• Division 1: Sirinat Sweet, Ward Freeman, Marck Bachmann (Goodies); Alex McGregor, Kylie Boston (NoName), Chris Turner (The 70’s Show), Alastair Earl, Peter McKenzie, Travis Sweet (Banana Splits).
• Division 2: Allan Withers, Deakin Lofthouse (Dad’s Army); Mike Hosszu, Dapo Olutayo (The Young Ones).
TABLE TENNIS ACTION: Joel Schafer
The Laurie Fox Memorial Classic Master of Mac Park is set to rev into action from March 3-5. It strats with practice on Friday, qualifying Saturday morning and racing Saturday afternoon and all day
Sunday. Racing culminates with the Classic Master of Mac Park feature races, as well as the Laurie Fox Memorial sidecar handicap races. With a large number of sidecars entered, these races in particular promise to be a great spectacle.
Father and son sidecar duo David and Stephen Jones will be competing on separate bikes this year so competition between them will be fierce. With more than 100 riders entered, and many bringing multiple bikes, there will be large grids across all classes. An amazing array of bikes will be featured, some up to 80 years old, with different classes catering for different bike age and capacity.
Mac Park offers a friendly atmosphere with the ability to wander through the pits and get up and close to the bikes, with great spectating opportunities. Entry is $10, under 16 free, with full canteen and bar facilities available all weekend.
Hockey SA pathways coordinator Roel van Maastrigt (pictured) has an impressive resume so it is little wonder local hockey talent are thrilled that over the past two weekends, they have been able to tap into that expertise as part of Hockey SA’s evolving regional pathway program.
The Dutch native started his hockey career at the biggest, and arguably the strongest, clubs in the world – Den Bosch. The Netherlands club boasts seven pitches and more than 2500 members and Roel both played and worked for the hockey juggernaut.
He then headed to Canada working for the provincial body as the high performance director, as well as working with Field Hockey Canada with their junior and senior national teams.
That Canadian role took care of the past four years of Roel’s career and now South Australian athletes can tap into his wealth of knowledge – South East athletes the most recent to do that with consecutive weekends of talent camps at Blue Lake Sports Park.
“After my work in Canada I was approached by Hugh Purvis, the South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) Head Coach, who is responsible for the development of the High Performance athletes,” Roel said. “He advised me there was a job available in South Australia and asked me if I would be interested. After having many conversations with Geoff Riddle (Hockey SA CEO), I decided to accept the role come over to South Australia.”
And it is not just a key role but a big one as Roel looks to create a clear pathway structure for aspiring athletes.
“Over the last few years, Hockey SA has had a big
turnover when it comes to staff,” Roel said. “Although everyone has worked hard towards a good system, there were a lot of uncertainties when it came to talent development and talent recognition. The focus in this first year is to create a clear structure that is easy to understand for the athletes and all stakeholders.
“The plan for the second year is to give the program more ‘body’ by adding in more specialised trainers, physios, sports science etc, and doing so without raising the current costs of the programs.”
Roel is also spearheading Hockey SA’s foray into the regions and he has been impressed with the Lower South East Hockey Association – its athletes and its ability to cater for such high performance events.
“One of the Hockey SA core values is ‘stronger together’ and even though it is common in hockey across the world, that high performance programs centralise within the metro areas, we do recognise that a big part of the hockey community lives and loves hockey beyond the metro areas,” he said. “By taking the Zone Identification Camps out to the country regions, 50 per cent of our talent identification now happens outside of the city. Not only does this help and motivate local
athletes, but it also brings a whole new dimension to the identification process.
“So far the country associations have been amazing,” Roel said. “The work that Lower South East hockey has put in to make this event come to life, and the number of volunteers who have come out to help make this camp successful, has been motivating for us to continue doing it this way.”
When assessing the local talent, Roel identified the Limestone Coast Regional Sporting Academy as an initiative that was certainly helping talent development in this region.
“I think initiatives like the academy are crucial for the talent development in these country regions,” he said. “At the local club levels it is hard to work with the athletes on their basic skills. Kids play lots of games within all different age groups but are not always technically challenged enough within their daily training environment.
“Country athletes can be disadvantaged when it comes to technical skills, although they are known for their hard work and no-nonsense mentality. Their commitment to the sport and love for the game are unmatched.”
Roel also realises that in the crowded Australian sporting environment, hockey was always
having to fight for time in the limelight and to remain front of mind for kids as they look to select the sport of their choice.
“Like any other sport, Hockey struggles to compete with the major Australian sports like footy and cricket, however, our unique selling point is that we have a sport which is one of the biggest Olympic team sports in the country, and probably the most successful Olympic team sport with the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras,” he said.
“Our aim is to educate as many school kids as possible in the sport of hockey. This is being targeted through school sport programs and HookIn2Hockey centres. We’ve also taken the opportunity to conduct clinics for kids during the Adelaide Fire Hockey One season and the International Test Series by allowing them to experience hockey and engage with their National and Olympic heroes.
“What better way to experience our sport by being educated from those playing at the ultimate level. This experience also creates a memorable moment in the journey of a future hockey champion.
“We look forward to hosting the Hockeyroos later this year, and continue to bring exposure to our sport and inspire our stars of the future.”
The Annual Baker & Ey Shield took place in Lucindale on February 19, with more than 80 players in attendance from the Mount Gambier and Southern Ports Tennis Associations. Lucindale put on a perfect day, with nice warm weather, picturesque venue, grass tennis courts in great condition and wonderful catering as always. Last year, Southern Ports took out both shields and Mount Gambier were eager to put in a stronger performance this time around.
In the Baker Shield (Division 1), the Mount Gambier teams got off to a great start in the morning session, with Mt Gambier Blue sneaking over the line 8 sets to 7 against Southern Ports Blue, and Mt Gambier Green taking the win 9 sets to 6 over Southern Ports Red. In the afternoon session, matches were just as tight again, with Mt Gambier Blue defeating Southern Ports Red 9 sets to 6, and Mt Gambier Green victorious over Southern Ports Blue 9 sets to 6.
There were plenty of standouts on both sides, with some of the best performances coming from the likes of Zayne Young, Eliza Hanbury, Bianca Cunneen, Tarrant Fudge, Andrew van den Hurk, Mark Heemskerk, Jayme Young, Dylan Childs, Sarah Edwards and Poppy Moyle-Read.
Overall, Southern Ports can consider themselves unlucky, going down in a lot of tight contests, as Mt Gambier finished the day as winners of the Baker Shield 35 sets to 25.
In the Ey Shield (Division 2), it was Southern Ports that got themselves off to a flying start, taking a lead of 17 sets to 13 at the lunch break. Southern Ports Blue were the most convincing in the morning session, with a 9 sets to 6 win over Mt Gambier Blue. Mt Gambier Blue started slowly, falling behind 4 sets to 1 after the doubles, and couldn’t quite bridge the gap through the singles matches. Southern Ports Red also put in a great performance, taking down Mt Gambier Green 8 sets to 7. Southern Ports Blue continued their great form into the afternoon session, defeating Mt Gambier Green 8 sets to 7 and put Southern Ports in a great position to take out the shield. However, in a stunning comeback, Mt Gambier Blue took down Southern Ports Red 10 sets to 5, which then put the overall result on level terms at 30 sets apiece. After much deliberation, and all the scores were added up, Mount Gambier took out the shield by just 9-games. Overall result was 30-317 to 30-308.
Standout performances in the Ey Shield came from David Cole, Rylee Kuchel, Sarah Brown, Casey Weaver, Lou Liedig, Sally Schultz & Tyler Hannigan.
Baker Shield (pictured top right) results:
Mt Gambier Green def. Southern Ports Red 9-6; Mt Gambier Blue def. Southern Ports Blue 8-7; Mt Gambier Green def. Southern Ports Blue 9-6; Mt Gambier Blue def. Southern Ports Red 9-6
Ey Shield (pictured bottom right) results:
Southern Ports Blue def. Mt Gambier Blue 9-6; Southern Ports Red def. Mt Gambier Green 8-7; Southern Ports Blue def. Mt Gambier Green 8-7; Mt Gambier Blue def. Southern Ports Red 10-5
YEAR HORSE TRAINER DRIVER
1996 Emma’s Niece Barry Forrest Barry Forrest
1997 Manwarra Mitchell Kevin Brough Adam Brough
1998 Razz Barry Ewen Barry Ewen
1999 Dellsherry Kevin Brough Adam Brough
2000 Son Of Thee Day Les Harding David Harding
2001 Joey Can Scoot Joe Buttigieg Graeme Howard
2002 Mighty Good Fella Peter Tonkin Allan McDonough
2003 On The Cuff Tony Pullicino Mick Micallef
2004 Tarbert Kevin Brough Rod Barker
2005 Cashmore Gold Brian Matthews Brian Matthews
2006 Alaro Jim Barker Rod Barker
2007 Southern Fella Kevin Brough Kevin Brough
2008 Under The Boardwalk Kevin Brough Kevin Brough
2009 Majestic Icon Greg Scolefield Brent Howard
2010 Adda Paternal Suit Peter Tonkin Rod Barker
2011 Devilish Smile Peter Tonkin Rod Barker
2012 Come On Frank Darren Billinger Darren Billinger
2013 Weallwantano Kevin Brough Ross Payne
2014 Paris To Berlin Barry Finnis Brent Howard
2015 Magical Bazz Jim Barker Jim Barker
2016 Smoken Pump Action NZ Matthew Craven Peter Craven
2017 Kimani NZ Matthew Craven Chris Svanosio
2018 Kimani NZ Matthew Craven Jason Lee
2019 Iam Erik NZ David Drury David Drury
2020 Alcatraz Lass Aaron Bain Mark Billinger
2021 Highway to Heaven Marg Lee Jason Lee
2022 Royal Speech Barry Finnis Jayson Finnis
St Martins Lutheran College welcomed back the annual Secondary Swimming Carnival. In the new outstanding facility, Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre - Mount Gambier, with students survived a scorching 38°C day on Februarfy
16. Swimmers took part in the traditional events, fun novelties, and free-swimming time.
Sports coordinator Michael Minuzzo said it was great to see students back in the pool, with the last Swimming Carnival being held in 2020. “Students participated well with great competition and the St Martins spirit displayed throughout the carnival, filling a large number of events, with strong results,”
he said. “Thank you to Brendan Dening who volunteered his time in support of the Secondary Swimming Carnival. It was a successful day for all involved.”
INTERHOUSE RESULTS:
1. Tremelling: 473.50
2. Livingston: 417.50
3. Whitty: 384
4. Yeates: 377
PHOTOS:
With the forecasted weather going above the Blue Lake Golf Club’s women’s heat policy a 7.30am shotgun start prevailed for the 1st of four rounds of the Metro Bakery and Cafe sponsored Silver Salver in par format.
The in form Sue Agars was the winner in Division One with a resounding four up and will certainly attract the handicapper’s attention. Agars played off 20 and after five plusses, two halved and two wipes on the outward nine, headed to the 10th to halve it and unfortunately had a lost ball on the 11th but rallied and added three plusses along with another wipe on the par five 17th with a mix of three halved holes, making her a clear winner.
Second placegetter was Karen Panagopoulos off 24 played consistently signing for 1 down. The outward nine was made up of three plusses, four halved, two wipes, one of the plusses came from a birdie on the par four 9th (+1). The inward nine contained five halved, three minus holes and a plus on the 18th (-2).
Women’s Captain Geraldine Scott off 23 had a countback with handicapper Dianne Perryman off 17, the former taking the third prize voucher. Scott’s outward nine was a bit up and down with four wipes and five halved holes (-4) then was able reign the score in with three plusses, five halved and only one wipe (+2). Perryman had two even nines both one down (-2).
Rose Case was once again in the winner’s circle after dropping her handicap to 39 finishing one down. Case’s outward score of
two up consisted of five plusses, one halved and three wipes and unfortunately the back-nine was her undoing with five minus and two halved holes, boosted by two plusses (-3). Lynette Hirth off 45 signed for a respectable two down after a front nine score of one down after three plusses, two halved and four minuses. The back nine score also one down came from two plusses, four halved and three wipes to win the second prize voucher.
Carol Meluish off 36 was third on the podium featuring in a countback with Jaynee Oberer off 33 after both signing for three down. Melhuish had four down on the front and plus one on the back, Oberer was three down on the front and halved the back.
Nearest to the pin 2nd shot on the par three 2nd winners were Dianne Perryman (Div 1) and Jaynee Oberer (Div 2). The pro-shot winner was Perryman as well as birdies on the 2nd and 5th. Karen Panagopoulos birdied the 7th. Geraldine Scott had a chip-in ferret on the 11th.
This week will be the fourth and final round of the Sorrentos Cafe sponsored Summer Trophy in stableford format.
FEBRUARY 18 RESULTS
Fifteen women played in the par competition and were greeted with a well presented course in readiness for Sunday’s Quad Challenge between Blue Lake, Heywood, Port Fairy and Portland.
Winner Josie Ashby certainly enjoyed the course signing for 38 points. Ashby played off 20 and had splits of 19/19 with pars on the
1st, 2nd, a birdie on the 4th then pars on the 12th and 13th with only one wipe on the 3rd. Lee Anderson off 40 features in the winning circle again with an impressive 37 points with splits of 20/17 from five three-pointers and a four-pointer on the down-hill par three 5th.
Jorja Morale off 23 also scored well carding 36 points after a slow start of 16 points, including a birdie on the 1st, on the front nine but adding 20 points on the back nine after pars on the 14th, 16th and 17th holes, also winning a ball for the best back nine score.
PAR ROUND WINNERS: (Back) Division 2 winner Rose Case, second placed Lynette Hirth & third placed Carol Melhuish with (front) Division 1 third placegetter Geraldine Scott, runner up Karen Panagopoulos & winner Sue Agars
Touches: Margie Gysbers (Gizzies Crew) 4, Ray Doecke (Maccas) 3, Jamie Veering (Grand Hotel) 3, Graham Arney (Lion Cubs) 3, Paul Bosco (Try Hards) 4, Ian Grosser (Somery Seniors) 3
Winners: RED DIVISION: Somerset Legends (Deb Butler) Wilbur Lane, John Silis, David Sharp) defeated Awesome Foursome 20+15 other winners were Rovers 19+18, Mossies 18+11, Grand Hotel 17+11, Jack Attack 15+2.
BLUE DIVISION: The Pups (Todd Craig, Luke Ferguson, Hamish Reilly, Sam Kent) defeated Lion Rams 18+14, Maccas 18+13, Rotary 18+9, Bits & Pieces 17+5, Miss Fitts 17+1.
WHITE DIVISION: Here 4 Beer (Graham Reilly, Braydn Reilly, Sod Reilly, Shane Reilly) defeated xfactor 21+23, Gizzies Crew 17+5, Boomers 17+3, Lions Roar 16+6
RED DIVISION WINNERS: (Above left) Somerset Legends - Wilbur Lane, John Silis, Deb Butler & David Sharp BLUE DIVISION WINNERS: Photo not available WHITE DIVISION WINNERS: (Above right) Here 4 Beer - Graham Reilly, Braydn Reilly, Sod Reilly & Shane Reilly
This year Mount Gambier High School Swimming Carnival marked the first whole school Swimming Carnival since 2020, due to the impact of COVID, and the building of the Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre.
And it proved to be historic with Mount (Red) successful, winning the ‘P.M. Cutbush Shield’ in a tight struggle with Gambier (Yellow), breaking a 22 year title drought. A mere five points separated the top two teams. Lake (Blue) finished third, with Tower (Black) rounding out the day in fourth.
Haydn Lowe had a great day in the pool, setting new marks in two events, breaking a 30 year recxrod in the 15/16 Boys 50m breaststroke by an impressive four and a half seconds, as well as breaking the 2003 15/16 Boys 50m freestyle by jsut over a second.
Warm weather greeted staff and students at the new venue, with students keen and eager to get involved.
Throughout the course of the day, students participated in four championship events (freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly & backstroke) as well as a number of highly entertaining novelties,
including Tug-o-War, and Pool Noodle and Boogie Board relays respectively. The land-based event of Cornhole was very popular, with many students enjoying the fast paced competition of this new event.
The four Ironperson events were eagerly anticipated again this year and competitors gave it their all to complete the slightly shortened course due to the new layout of the venue.
Special sport coordinator Kerran Wingard said a massive congratulations must go to all house captains and vice captains who worked tirelessly throughout the day to ensure students made it to events on time and were achieving their best.
“The number of students who continually participated in events regardless of the weather was extremely pleasing,” Mr Wingard said.
In Week 5, students will compete in the Athletics Carnival for the ‘Ian Gould Shield’. This promises to be a tight contest between all four houses, with Mount aiming to complete the Swimming-Athletics double.
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Mount Gambier Cycling Club racers ventured out to the roads outside Tantanoola for the fourth race in their Summer Series. Some of the club’s younger riders had commitments with the Junior Track Cycling Championships, but 15 riders were still prepared to take on the course which took in the wind farm region around Lake Bonney. The club was fortunate to again be able to have a 10km race for junior riders preceding the senior race, with Glenn Tye leading them away, three and a half minutes ahead of Molly Opperman, and Sean Tye combining with Ethan McKenny a further two minutes behind.
The focus of these junior races continues to be helping the young riders understand the finer points of racing, so the club is grateful for chaperones David Tye, Nick Kidman, Matthew Opperman and Malcolm Tirabassi for sharing their expertise and encouragement.
At the halfway mark of the race, Molly had caught up to Glenn, with Ethan and Sean slowly catching up, but still with plenty of work to do. As they approached the finish line, Molly was still in front, with Ethan riding away from Sean to claim second place, and Glenn in fourth.
Ethan felt so good after the junior race, he decided to take up the opportunity to ride in the senior race as well.
After a short break to regather
his breath, Ethan joined Dianne Major as the first riders on the course. They had a 12 minute advantage over the next group consisting of Jen Buckland, David Tye, Ainsley Curtis and Troy Mustey, and another two minutes over John Cranwell and Spek Peake.
A further six minutes elapsed before Gerard Coote and Colin Weatherill joined the chase, followed one minute later by Matthew Opperman, Chris Kennett, Malcolm Tirabassi and Craig Andrae, with Nick Kidman trying to chase down all ahead of him one minute further back.
The Tantanoola race includes a punchy climb approximately 7km into the race which can play havoc with any bunches as each rider tries to find their rhythm, and so it proved today. Ethan rode away from Dianne and was still 30 seconds ahead by the turnaround marker. Further back, Colin and Gerard had been caught by Matthew, Craig, Malcolm and Chris just before the climb, with only Gerard able to hold onto the group as they passed.
As the riders approached the turnaround, they hoped to enjoy a tailwind return, but the wind was relatively calm for a change.
Ethan turned first, followed by Di, with Jen, Dave, Ainsley and Troy just over four and a half minutes behind. Spek and John were catching the group ahead of them (shaving 30 seconds off), but were
Social bowls on February 15 was played in hot weather for Robe and very little breeze. Two games of 12 ends were played with Errol Jennings and Leanne Cameron runners up on 54 points and the winners of the Cali vouchers were Rob Lawrie and Trevor Wagner on 56 points.
That evening also saw the start of the Kimberley Clark Super Series (pictured) and the first game was held at Robe with six teams participating, playing three bowl pairs and two bowl triples. Robe Roosters won their pairs and lost the triples but defeated the Mount Gambier Tankers to win overall.
quickly being reeled in by the group behind and were just one minute ahead with 17km to go.
the turnaround ended Gerard’s race, with Nick Kidman keeping pace with the group ahead of him but unable to make headway, and Colin enduring a time trial, hoping to catch some of the other riders before the finish.
The punchy climb once again proved an obstacle on the return leg, with many riders being caught
finish line, Ethan McKenny took the victory just ahead of Chris Kennett and Matthew Opperman, with Craig Andrae and David Tye close behind. Nick Kidman arrived next, but after comparing times with Chris Kennett it was determined that Chris had taken advantage of the group dynamics and was
Cranwell with Colin Weatherilljust 200m short of catching.
JUNIOR RIDERS: Glenn Tye, Sean Tye, Molly Opperman & Ethan McKenny.
Due to the very hot weather forecast 41 ladies commenced playing at very early times to beat the heat enabling the completion of the 4th and final round of the Summer Salver Par Round at the Mount Gambier Golf Course last Wednesday.
Thirteen ladies played to their handicaps or better and heading the field with 5 up was Sue McPherson (handicap 43) taking out first place in Division 2. Sue played exceptionally well on the long, hilly back nine registering 4 up and having 1 up on the front nine.
Second placing in Division 2 went to Lizzie Clements (handicap 30) her split being 2 up/Square. Lizzie aided her good score with Pars on the 9th and 18th holes.
A countback was required to obtain the winner in Division 1 and Janina Morrison (handicap 19) survived it and took out first place with a very good score of 4 up. Janina’s split was 1 up/3 up=4 up with eight pars, including pars on the 16th 17th and 18th holes.
The unlucky loser to the countback and relegated to second place was longtime member Bev Pedlar (handicap 20). Bev’s split was a consistent 2 up/2
up=4 up with a very long putt off the green to score a birdie on the Par 3, 8th hole.
The handicapper will catch up with many of the players this week.
Nine balls were handed out to players, ranging from Penne Saffin 3 up down to Leanne Hunt 1 down.
The Pro Shot went to Denise Harvey on the 8th, Par 3 hole.
The Best Score on the Back Nine balls were given to A Grade Janina Morrision and C Grade Sue McPherson.
This week many of our players will be attending the Southern Ports Golf Week. The format for Wednesday’s golf will be a stableford event sponsored by Lorraine Stratford.
Open Day for the Lladies will be held next week in the form of a 4 person Ambrose either 9 or 18 holes to be played and visitors are very welcome. To register please ring captain Jan Shanahan on 0438 251 631.
SUMMER SALVER FINAL ROUND: Division 2 runner up Lizzie Clements with winner Sue McPherson and Division 1 winner Janina Morrison & runner up Bev Pedlar.
On February 15, in trying and very hot conditions 40 lady golfers took to the course to play the 3rd Round of the Summer Salver at the Mount Gambier Golf Course.
Recording the best score for Division 1 and surviving a countback Jeannette Braun took out the honours to attain first place.
Jeannette (handicap 21) had a 48/44=92=Nett 71 to win the day with her excellent play on the long back nine, including pars on the hard 12th hole and a par on the 18th hole cementing her top placing.
Second place went to unlucky Kate McCormick (handicap 24) losing on a countback.
Kate also recorded a Nett 71, however, her 48 off the stick proved to be costly in the countback. Kate had a split of 48/47=95 off the stick including three pars on the 6th, 17th and 18 holes.
Division 2 winner Vicki Clark (Hhandicap 26) had the best overall score of the day with 48/48=96=Nett 70. It was her consistent play that gave her a score of three under her handicap for the day.
Club stalwart Lorraine Stratford (handicap 26) came in second placing in Division 2 with a score of 50/50-100=Nett 74. Lorraine conquered all the par 3s on the course recording Ppars on every one of them.
Only two players competed in the Stableford competition, played in conjunction with the Stroke competition, with Linley Gray registering 29 points which was good enough to earn herself a ball. In the ball rundown nine balls were given out to Hope Bliss (nett 72) down to Heather Barry (nett 77).
Very familiar names were among the Sspeciality prize winners: - Pro Shot 3 balls given to Di Norman for her shot on the 8th Par 3 Hole, 2nd Shot on the 10th Hole Par 3, Di O’Donnell A Grade, Lorraine Stratford B Grade and Jill Johnson C Grade.
FEBRUARY 18 RESULTS
On a beautiful sunny day 23 ladies competed in a Par Round at the Mount Gambier Golf Course earlier this month.
Great scores were the order of the day with 11 of the ladies playing to their handicaps or better. Gemma Winterborn (handicap 25) recorded a great score of 4 up, her split being 3 up/1 up=4 up. Gemma won on a count-back after surviving to win with her great score of 3 up for the last six holes on the back nine.
Second placing went to Leanne Hunt (handicap 12), who also had 4up and carded 9 pars and a Birdie on the Par5, 17th hole.
Third place went to Faye Mainwaring (handicap 13) with 3up, registering 6 pars and a birdie on the 18th Par 4 hole.
The handicapper will have some work to do after all the great scores.
SUMMER SALVER THIRD ROUND PODIUM: Division 2 runner up Lorraine Stratford with winner Vicki Clark and Division 1 runner up Kate McCormick. Absent: Division 1 winner Jeannette Braun
