Lifestyle1 issue 972

All roads lead to Lucindale

43rd South East Field Days feature another jam-packed two day event

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, 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 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 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’ 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.

‘Old school’ operator fondly remembered

Real estate icon Ron Chuck farewelled last week

Location. Location. Location. It is the time honoured catchcry of building success in real estate but the late Ron Chuck had another priority in his long and respected career – people.

It was what he loved about the industry the most – his connection with clients, many of whom became good friends, and connecting those clients with the home of their dreams.

Ron (pictured right at his desk & below with son Paul) never really completely stepped away from the Gebhardts Real Estate office, until he moved into care at St Mary’s, popping in regularly and running a tab at Collars & Cuffs where he would continue to meet those long standing clients-turned-mates.

“Meeting with people – that was where his enjoyment came,” son and current Gebhardts Real estate principal Paul Chuck said. “He loved meeting and greeting and talking to people.”

The real estate icon was farewelled last Tuesday but his legacy lives on.

The description most apt when looking to encapsulate Ron Chuck the real estate leader and the man is ‘old school’.

“Dad gave to so many charities and sporting groups but it was always anonymous – that is how it was done back then and he never changed – he was definitely old school,” Paul said.

And it was his old school values that drove him to build relationships – a hand shake was as good as a signature. “He really was a people person and even at St Mary’s, day and night he was always interacting with the other residents and the staff,” Paul said.

Gebhardts Real Estate was built on strong values and that is what will live on.

“Dad’s legacy here will be around making time for people, treating clients and staff with respect and always operating in an ethical manner,” Paul said. “This place was his life for over 50 years and testament to him, the business is running well with a lot of long term staff that have been here 15 to 20 years. He also always gave young people a chance and we try to continue to do that as well.”

He was also an early supporter of Lifestyle1, playing a huge role in helping bring other local real estate agents on board.

“He really believed it was a good alternative for the city – for agents and customers,” Paul said.

Paul only has fond memories of the early years, learning the real estate game alongside his father, joining the Gebhardts team in 1988.

“He wanted me to come in here but it was absolutely my decision,” Paul said. “I was in the building trade but then I came on here to be dad’s apprentice and he trained me up and I must enjoy because I am still here 35 years later.”

In 2015, Gebhardts Real Estate was inducted into the Mount Gambier Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame and at that time the father-son combination was able to look back at the history of the business.

It was started by Helen Gebhardt and for a 50 year old, single woman, to launch her own business in the 1950s was as inspirational as it was shocking but while most said she wouldn’t last six months, Miss Gebhardt not only lasted, her legacy continues, now through the Chuck family.

Starting in a tiny room at the foot of the stairs in the Jens annex, with a second hand typewriter and a desk, Miss Gebhardt took only 12 months to outgrow her humble start-up location and moved to 18 Watson Terrace.

The hard working visionary went on to work up until she was 85 and she even had an office in the current Gray Street premises after her “retirement” at 85 years of age. Interestingly, in a time when migrants are again front and centre of national issues, one of Miss Gebhardt’s lasting legacies was her generosity to the wave of European families that called Mount Gambier home by providing assistance above and beyond so they could purchase a home.

And while Miss Gebhardt made the bold and conscious decision to move into the world of real estate for Ron Chuck, who joined Miss Gebhardt’s operation in 1969, the

move was more accidental than anything. “I’d been at Softwoods for 16 years,” Ron said. “I loved my job and they were a terrific company to work for.” But when his sister was set to return to Mount Gambier from Adelaide, she asked him to scout properties for her and the rest, as they say, is history.

“I asked around as to which agent I should deal with and everyone said H.L. Gebhardt was the most honest,” Ron said. Not only did he find his sister a home, he also caught the eye of Miss Gebhardt who offered him a job. “She kept ringing me and saying I should be in real estate,” Ron said. “She just kept offering me a job.” And so, while Ron loved his job at Softwoods, the opportunity to take up a new challenge was eventually too tempting to refuse. “I always had the fear that Softwoods would be taken over and it wouldn’t be the same so it seemed like a good

time to try something else,” Ron said.

There’s no denying Ron got into the game at almost the perfect time. He quickly obtained his salesman licence and hit the ground running – right into the boom times of the early 1970s when Gough Whitlam was Prime Minister. “Wages skyrocketed and people were buying,” Ron said. It remained the most lucrative period in Ron’s time in real estate. “We were working seven days a week – it was hard work.”

When Miss Gebhardt retired, even though she continued to come into the office every day, Ron and colleague Don Forbes, who had joined the operation in the mid 70s, took over the reins and worked

side by side until Don left in 1997. In the early days Ron was doing his own settlements and by the time he stepped away the innovations including mobile phones, computers and the internet had transformed the industry. “Things changed dramatically when mobile phones came in,” Ron said. “You could be contacted all the time if someone wanted to look at a property and you didn’t have to keep coming back to the office to check things – it is definitely more efficient.”

Ron’s standing in the community was no better demonstrated than at last week’s memorial when, surrounded by family, people from all walks of life turned out to celebrate his life.

“...Dad’s legacy here will be around making time for people, treating clients and staff with respect...” Paul Chuck

Chicken & pineapple teryaki curry

80ml (1/3 cup) soy sauce

80ml (1/3 cup) mirin seasoning

80ml (1/3 cup) cooking sake

225g can pineapple pieces in juice, drained, juice reserved

2 garlic cloves, crushed

2 tsp finely grated ginger

2 tbs caster sugar

1 tbs vegetable oil

600g chicken breasts or thigh fillets, cut into 2-3cm pieces

2 tsp cornflour

1 tsp sesame oil

Steamed rice, to serve

Spring onions, to serve

Method

Combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, pineapple juice, garlic, ginger and sugar in a jug. Heat the oil in a large, deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken, in 3 batches, until deep golden brown. Reduce the heat to medium and add the sauce mixture to the pan. Return all the chicken to the pan, cover and bring to a simmer.

Tilt the lid slightly and simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Combine the cornflour with 2 tbs water in a small bowl. Add to the pan along with the pineapple pieces and sesame oil. Cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes or until mixture bubbles and thickens slightly. Serve over steamed rice, sprinkled with green shallots.

Celebrating women

The forestry industry shines a light on female leaders

This International Women’s Day, the South Australian Forest Products Association (SAFPA) recognizes and celebrates the valuable contribution women make in advancing and empowering our forest and timber industries.

South Australian Forest Products Association (SAFPA) cbief executive officer Nathan Paine said women in forestry are breaking the glass ceiling and paving the way for the next generation of women to pursue a career in environmental science and innovation, to enhance community values and to promote the importance of forestry in our circular economy.

“With this year’s International Women’s Day theme as ‘Embrace Equity’, our forest industries have been long committed to acquiring a diverse, inclusive and equitable workforce, with one of our members already having reached a 50:50 gender ratio in the workplace,” Mr Paine said.

“Forest and timber industries employ women in an array of roles, from general managers, environmental scientists, foresters, researchers, operation managers, mill workers, fire fighters, event managers, administrators, to name just a few.

“SAFPA encourages women, young and old, to embrace the opportunities available within the forest and timber industries. It is a unique employment experience, and with the global demand for fibre increasing and the amplified support the industry is receiving from federal and state governments, it is a growing career opportunity with no limitations..

timber sectors in our state, both past and present. Their influence today is unlocking endless possibilities for the next generation of women to consider a career in one of the most important industries to combat climate change and a net-zero economy.”

French film festival headed to Mount Gambier theatre

and showcase the full spectrum of the human experience.

“These films were chosen by the Alliance Française French Film Festival because they represent the best and most popular French language films produced last year,” Mr Pelusi said.

SHOW

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Annual General Meeting

The films have been chosen from the vast line up of films in the Alliance Francaise French Film Festival and there is something for everyone from thriller, drama, comedy and romance.

French Film Festival director Karine Mauris said each story is unique, with that so Frenchy Je ne sais quoi! Voilà! Now is the time to sit back and enjoy the inaugural Alliance Française French Film Festival.

SESSIONS:

L’Innocent (The Innocent) • Saturday, April 1, 8pm

Tenor • Saturday April 1, 1pm

A La Belle Etoile (Sugar and Stars) • Saturday April 1, 4pm

Novembre (November) • Sunday April 2, 1pm

Les Femmes Du Square (The Nannies) • Sunday April 2, 3.30pm

Getting down & dirty Students & staff join Clean Up Australia Day

Tenison Woods College enjoyed a successful Clean Up Australia Day, as all students and staff pitched in and did their part. Students and teachers cleaned up different areas at and surrounding the college, including Marist Park, Malseed Park and Hastings Cunningham Reserve. The school’s Project Recology workshop was the hub of last Friday’s clean-up, with full bags of rubbish brought in throughout the day to be weighed and in the end 417.49kg of waste was collected. Tenison Woods College was grateful to the Produce Store on Margaret Street, Mount Gambier, for the recycled collection bags and the City

Mount Gambier Council for disposing of the collected waste.

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CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA WORKFORCE: (Above top) Tom Croser, Eddy Kahorao, Jack Humphries & Sam Marcus; above centre) Nevae Brooksby, Jahli Mutton & Maya Lynch; (above bottom left) Piper Goldsworthy & Aggie Thomas and (above bottom right) Flynn Buckley & Patrick Bigirimana

Keeping it in the family Mount Gambier Harness Racing Club Gold Cup’s 50th anniversary celebrations

The 50th anniversary Mount Gambier Harness Racing Gold Cup celebrations started in earnest at Friday night’s Calcutta, where more than 50 people packed the Mount Gambier Community RSL function room to celebrate the historic milestone.

The club’s Calcutta had been sparsely attended in recent years but club president Simon Phillips was thrilled to see the support for the 50th running of the club’s premier event.

“It is great to see a really good turnout – a lot better than the past few years,” Phillips said. “We’ve got more numbers on our committee this year so things a re probably on the up – a lot of hard work goes into it (the Gold Cup) as well.”

Phillips has his own fond memories of the sport and its premier race night.

“I have been going to the trots since I was three months old,” Phillips said, with the 1991 win of Irish Liner one of the more memorable in his time of heading to Greenwald Paceway as well as the back marking efforts of 2012 winner Come On Frank.

Last Friday night’s celebrations were headlined by award winning harness racing media personality Mel Kittle, who interviewed three of the local industry’s big names – life member and long standing trainer and driver Kevin Brough, talented third generation driver Jayson Finnis and long standing committeeman and trainer Neil Shepherd.

Kittle also started her spiel with a huge compliment for the local club.

“You have a great community here who work together,” she said. “Some of the people back in Adelaide could take that advice and work together a bit better.”

Kittle also has a multi-generational connection to the sport with a grandfather who was a driver and

her father as a bookie.

Finnis, who won his first Gold Cup last year, driving for father Barry Finnis, reminisced on his early days in the sport, making his mark with his 2008 win with Jewel of Destiny at Gawler as a teenager.

“All I ever wanted to be is a driver,” Finnis said. “I was really lucky with my grandparents really backing me –they put me on everything they had.

“I had the right people backing me – Kevin Brough and Dave Drury.”

Finnis now has a strong working relationship with his father Barry Finnis and trainer wife Alyce Finnis and that made his 2022 Gold Cup breakthrough victory all the more special.

“I always wanted to win the cup –my grandfather won it and so did my dad and pop as well,” Finnis said. “I probably tried too hard in the past, I would make a move and did it too hard but last year I just relaxed.”

Kevin Brough, who later in the evening cut the anniversary cake, was very clear on his plans for his assault on the 2023 cup.

“You have to be careful not to use all your petrol early – the 2500 sorts a few out and you don’t want to do too much work early,” Brough said, as he also shard his views on the standing versus the mobile start argument.

“I’m an old standing start guy where everybody takes their handicap – at the moment there is no such thing as a handicap,” Brough said. “The honest horses could win and I miss that.”

Neil Shepherd’s grandfather was one of the founding committeemen of the Mount Gambier Harness Racing Club and since its inception, his grandfather, father or himself have been on that committee. “I just love the social aspect of it and it is a great sport,” Shepherd said.

The 50th anniversary celebration also included the presentation of the 2022 season awards with the Medhurst-Finnis clan scooping the pool. Jayson Finnis was named Driver of the Year, father Barry Finnis the Trainer of the Year, while grandfather Peter Medhurst took home the remaining awards – Leading Three Year Old with My Purple Patch; Most Improved Horse Four Years Old or Older True Blue Rose with the same horse claiming the top honour –Horse of the Year.

SPECIAL GUESTS: (Top left & inset)

Life member Kevin Brough cuts the 50th anniversary cake and (top right) former president Phil Wood & current president Simon Phillips.

AWARD WINNERS: (Centre main)

Barry Finnis (Trainer of the Year); Peter Medhurst (multiple award winner) & Jayson Finnis (Driver of the Year)

ENTERTAINING THE CROWD: (Insets)

Harness racing media personality Mel Kittle; long standing committeeman & current vice president Neil Shepherd and Calcutta auctioneer Ethan Bronca.

FINISH OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY GOLD CUP: Springfield Affair (5) edges out Sea Lover in a photo finish at Saturday night’s Matthews Petroleum Mount Gambier Gold Cup. MORE PHOTOS AND GOLD CUP

IN SPORT

PHOTO BY FRANK MONGER

Industrial technology expo set to hit town

First regional South Australian expo coming to Mount Gambier

Continuing the IICA’s commitment to bringing industrial technology to regional Australia, their first technology expo in South Australia for 2023 will be held in Mount Gambier on Thursday, March 23, at the City Hall. Come and see some of the industry’s leading technology suppliers such as ifm, Phoenix Contact, Weidmuller and Yokogowa, along with many other suppliers in the area of instrumentation, control systems

and automation for an exclusive, one day event, with the doors opening at 2pm all the way through to 6.30pm. Attendance is FREE. Food and drinks will be served later in the day.

Everyone is welcome to attend, and in particular this is a handson event for manufacturing managers, engineers, maintenance managers and business owners where they can talk with the people at the leading edge of industrial automation.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Thursday, March, 23

Online: https://bookings.iica.org.au/bookings/events/event.asp?bookingid=1424

Venue: City Hall

Organiser: Institute of Instrumentation, Control and Automation (IICA)

Phone: 0433 704 376

Local Lions project wins State award

Lions Club & Riding for the Disabled join forces for critical project at regional facility

Hot on the heels of celebrating its 60th anniversary as the oldest regional club in South Australia last month, the Lions Club of Mount Gambier has received a State award for its most recent Riding for the Disabled (RDA) Mount Gambier project.

At the end of last month, the Lions Club of Mount Gambier received the 2022 Premier’s Community Service Social Inclusion Award for the construction of the local RDA’s disabled outdoor horse mounting platform.

The completed platform was handed over to the Mount Gambier group, with whom the Lions Club have a strong, ongoing relationship, this time last year.

The Lions Club of Mount Gambier was approached to undertake the project at RDA’s complex at Wandilo to provide a safe and easy to use alternative to equipment housed inside the arena.

Then Lions Club Director and Community Projects leader, now president, Steve Bell said members spent more than 70 hours

and installing the structure.

Club member Brendon Hirth co-ordinated the project. RDA received a $1500 grant from the Stand Like Stone Foundation to help pay for materials.

RDA president and coach Robyn Reiter said the platform would be used by clients, coaches and volunteers and was much needed as some horses and riders preferred to work outdoors rather than inside the arena.

The design allows for a ramp to be added if required at a later stage to enable clients in wheelchairs to access a horsedrawn buggy. The sturdy platform features non-slip, easy to clean surfaces and was constructed from materials that will withstand the elements and contact with horses.

The Lions Club of Mount Gambier has a long association with the RDA facility, with members also helping to maintain the grounds and arena.

AWARD WINNING COMMUNTIY

SPIRIT: (Above main) Lion Trevor Buckell, Lion Ross Parkinson OAM, Tem Leader Brendon Hirth, Lion

TEAM

Parkinson OAM with the award.

EFFORT: (Below top left) Lions Zone 11 Chairman Trevor Buckell

Brendon Hirth who both worked on the project.

LEADING THE PROJECT: (Below top right) Lions Club Director

and Community Projects leader Steve Bell discusses the mounting platform project with RDA Treasurer Natalie Zwar.

Acoustic excellence on offer this month

Three day Penola Coonawarra Acoustic Music Gathering has something for everyone

Everything is locked and loaded for the 2023 Penola Coonawarra Acoustic Music Gathering with 17 headline acts confirmed for the three day event, along with a plethora of workshops, a community market and jam sessions.

There is also a strong focus on developing young performers and local talent as the three day event, running from March 17-19, unveils a jam packed program.

Featured artists include Melbourne-based Blues singer Fiona Boyes (below right) and Scottish born, Adelaide based folk singer Eric Bogle (below left), as the 17 acts share three stages to keep attendees entertained from go to whoa of the gathering.

Around 150 school students are already locked in for the Friday youth mentoring program – a critical part of the gathering since

its inception in 2021.

“We want to encourage younger people into playing music,” committee secretary Leigh Miller said. “There is not a huge amount of opportunity for emerging performers in this type of music.”

The gathering also has a strong focus on local talent, showcasing the likes of Anne Fraser (pictured right), who will be performing fresh from an acclaimed turn at this year’s Tamworth Country Music Festival.

“One of our objectives is to encourage local musicians, local talent,” Leigh said. Workshops range from banjo lessons to song writing, from harmonica skills to guitar for beginners, while there will be an allocated area for jam sessions.

And all that music making and entertainment makes for hungry and thirsty work and the gathering

has secured 11 food vans, while Blok Estate, supports of the Penola Coonawarra Acoustic Music Gathering since its inception, will have a wine bar set up for patrons.

Sunday’s market will run from 10.30am to 3pm and is free entry.

The gathering is made possible courtesy of the support from the Stand Like Stone Foundation, Wattle Range Council and Bendigo Bank.

“Fourteen local wineries have also been very supportive of what we’re trying to do and other local businesses as well,” Leigh said. “It is shaping up to be a great event. There is no other event like this in the Limestone Coast – an event that focuses on acoustic music and original music.”

Anne and Leigh Miller, who had only been in Penola less than 18 months when inspiration struck, have been the driving force behind the newly established Penola Coonawarra Acoustic Music Gathering – the first event was held in March 2021.

A long time devotee of the now defunct Frances Folk Gathering, which wound up after two decades in 2018, when Anne first laid eyes on McCorquindale Park she saw it as the perfect venue for

a similar event.

“It is a nod to Frances and that tradition but basically focussing on acoustic music,” Anne said.

“Basically anything that sounds good and we have placed an emphasis on original music and song writing.”

Ahead of the inaugural gathering, Anne had high hopes it would become a regular on the folk festival calendar – hence the time of the year she chose for the Penola Coonawarra event.

“A lot of people our age put these kind of events in their calendar and we want this event to be one of those that people never want to miss,” Anne said, who carefully chose the March date to almost piggyback off the Sandford Bush Festival and Port Fairy Folk Festival that are traditionally on the March Long Weekend.

Most generous Xmas appeal since 2015

City of Mount Gambier Mayor hands over more than $40,000 to community groups

The local community has raised $40,670.40 for the 2022 Mount Gambier Community Mayor’s Christmas Appeal, assisting more than 1400 people within the local community.

City of Mount Gambier

Mayor Lynette Martin OAM is overwhelmed by the generosity shown by the community for the community.

“This truly is a local appeal, and every cent of the donations are channelled directly back to those in need within Mount Gambier and surrounds,” Mayor Martin said.

“I thank all community groups, individuals and businesses who have helped those in need in our community to experience some of the joys of Christmas, making 2022 the largest distribution of support since 2015.”

Through the provision of food hampers, vouchers and gifts, local agencies Lifeline SE, Uniting Care, a.c care, Salvation Army and St Vincent de Paul collectively supported approximately 728 adults, 219 teenagers and more than 481 children using funds donated to the appeal.

Lifeline South East Financial Counsellor Bronwyn Martin said the appeal provides critical assistance to the Mount Gambier community.

“The Mayor’s Christmas Appeal is a valued and necessary way of providing assistance to individuals and families in the Mount Gambier

community, who are struggling trying to keep up with the high cost of living,” Mayor Martin said “The giving of gifts brightens the life of the children ensuring presents are available under the tree.”

The Mount Gambier Community Mayor’s Christmas Appeal is open all year round. Donations can be made through the following channels:

• Call Council on (08) 8721 2555 with your credit card details on hand. Council staff can email you a tax invoice.

• In person at the City of Mount Gambier customer service counter - Civic Centre, 10 Watson Terrace.

• Send a cheque made out to ‘City of Mount Gambier’ PO Box 56 Mount Gambier SA 5290 with advice that the cheque is a donation to the Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.

2022 TALLY: St Vincent de Paul representative John D’Souza (left), Mayor Lynette Martin, Uniting Care representative Laura Kilsby, Salvation Army representative John Douglas , and Lifeline representative Bronwyn Martin with a cheque for the total donation amount of more than $40,000 to the Mount Gambier Community Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.

“...I thank all community groups, individuals and businesses who have helped those in need in our community to experience some of the joys of Christmas...”

Lynette Martin OAM

(City of Mount Gambier Mayor)

Must-see movie on offer

Local dietitian promotes body image documentary

When Nikita Wasson (pictured inset) first started to focus on health, nutrition and exercise it was in her early teens and it quickly grew into an unhealthy obsession that saw her treated for an eating disorder.

Now an accredited practising dietitian and diabetes educator she is looking to ensure others do not have to learn the lessons of health and wellbeing the way she did and it has become her life’s work to share her knowledge to promote body image and living a happy and healthy life.

And it is that mission that sees her looking to facilitate a film screening of ‘Embrace: Kids’ in Mount Gambier (rated G), a documentary about body diversity for young people. The director Tarryn Brumfit (above & below working with children in the Embrace: Kids program) has just won Australian of the Year for her work in promoting body acceptance and diversity.

But the clock is ticking with ticket sales needing to accelerate in the next few days to ensure the March 19 screening can go ahead.

Taryn’s original documentary ‘Embrace’ aimed at adults is currently available on Netflix and is a fantastic reminder that our size does not define all of who we are.

Embrace: Kids is a documentary that explores the experiences of young people around body image, bullying, gender identity, advocacy, representation and more, and encourages young people to explore what makes them unique and special. The documentary has also been developed into a school program that provides schools with a free screening opportunity as well as resources and activities to support their young people to explore and develop a healthy body image.

Aimed at an audience of 9-14 year olds, but equally engaging for adolescents, teachers, and parents, this film inspires, educates, and advocates for a world where we are not held back by the thoughts we have about the way we look. Instead, young people are encouraged to figure out what makes them unique and special and use that to spark change.

At the end of the film, there is a strong call to action, for young

people to come together to change the world- for themselves and for future generations. This advocacy approach, combined with content aligning to the core themes outlined above, aligns with best practice, research, and theoretical frameworks regarding effective approaches for improving body image in young people

“I am really looking forward to enjoying it with my nine year old daughter, friends and community members in two weeks’ timefingers crossed,” Nikita said, and she works with children in her private practice so knows issues being faced by the younger generation in our community.

“I have children, I see children in my practice and I know my own personal struggles with body acceptance that stripped enjoyment from years of my life,” Nikita said. “I am so passionate about helping children and adults build healthier relationships with their bodies, to understand what self-care really meals. You really can’t look after a body that you hate, that is called punishment not love.”

Working in this space is exactly why Nikita swapped her work in the community health and government sector to opening her own shopfront once she returned to work after the birth of her son.

“I felt frustrated and restricted

by the constraints of government healthcare and decided to move solely into private practice to focus on client care which has really allowed me to focus on my client’s needs, facilitate communication with doctors and specialists and ensure that we’re doing everything we can to help them move forward,” she said.

“I see clients with a broad range of health conditions including diabetes, IBS, vitamin deficiencies, gastric surgery support, clinical eating disorders and disordered eating patterns. I also see children with gastric complaints, avoidant and restrictive eating difficulties, and unfortunately eating disorders

ARIES (March 21- April 20)

Lucky Colour: Silver

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Racing Numbers: 8.9.4.5

Lotto Numbers: 8.2.4.16.28.33

Travel bring surprises and could renew contacts with the past. A very unusual person is about to enter your life and for the most your love life is about to hot up a lot.

TAURUS (April 21- May 20)

Lucky Colour: Lemon

Lucky Day: Sunday

Racing Numbers: 6.9.1.2

Lotto Numbers: 1.17.23.34.44.45

Unexpected changes are about to happen in your life and many will discover just what their aim in life really is. Someone could think that they are better than you but they will fall flat on their face.

GEMINI (May 21- June 21)

Lucky Colour: White

Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 7.9.1.4

Lotto Numbers: 1.16.23.34.36.22

A very important period in your life is about now and you will find it easier to achieve your ambitions. Love and or marriage could be in the near future for you or a close family member.

CANCER (June 22- July 22)

Lucky Colour: Green

Lucky Day: Friday

Racing Numbers: 7.8.9.3

Lotto Numbers: 1.16.23.34.41.22

Unexpected luck could improve your security new people about to enter your life and could change your destiny. Most should be able to promote their career plans successfully.

LEO (July 23- August 22)

Lucky Colour: Cream

Lucky Day: Sunday

Racing Numbers: 6.8.4.5

Lotto Numbers: 1.17.23.36.42.11

A social event could bring people into your life that are on the same wave length as yourself. Keep your moods under control what others see is how you’ll be judged. Financial backing is easier to come by.

VIRGO (August 23- September 23)

Lucky Colour: Mauve

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Racing Numbers: 7.9.3.4

Lotto Numbers: 1.16.23.34.41.22

Financial affairs will take up a lot of your time. Many will be making major decisions concerning their career matters. The wiser will not confide in strangers.

LIBRA (September 24- October 23)

Lucky Colour: Yellow

Lucky Day: Sunday

Racing Numbers: 7.9.3.5

Lotto Numbers: 3.6.23.31.22.28

A romantic period is indicated although you may be confused about the out come. Avoid the urge to spend on luxuries and a surprise visitor is going to turn your life upside down.

SCORPIO (October 24- November 22)

Lucky Colour: Orange

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 6.9.3.4

Lotto Numbers: 1.16.23.27.34.41

A good period for social activities. Health, however, requires care so do not over indulge on food, sex or partying. Contacts from the past could delight you.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23- December 20)

Lucky Colour: Red

Lucky Day: Saturday

Racing Numbers: 6.8.3.4 Lotto Numbers: 1.15.23.35.41.22

Travel will be exciting and most will be agreeing to things they wished they had not. Most will find themselves very much in demand, however, someone from the past could create problems.

CAPRICORN (December 21- January 19)

Lucky Colour: Silver

Lucky Day: Thursday

in children as young as 12 - primary school age.”

Nikita admits developing a healthy lifestyle on the back of an eating disorder is not the ideal way of developing this passion.

“It did fuel my passion for nutrition and wellbeing and over the years I have developed both my clinical and counselling skills to support clients in a very holistic way,” she said. “Both health and happiness are not the same as being skinny and whilst I think we know this as adults, we don’t believe it, we still want it. And we forget that our young people are watching us, taking it all in, and developing their internal values based on what we show them. Our actions speak far louder than our words.”

Book your ticket for the movie screening of ‘Embrace: Kids’ at the facebook event page https:// fb.me/e/2F8LHzyTm or the ticket website https://fan-force.com/ screenings/embrace-kids-oatmillcinemas-mount-gambier-2/ before March 9 to ensure the screening can go ahead.

Racing Numbers: 4.6.2.3

Lotto Numbers: 1.14.23.27.34.38

A favourable time for travel most will be craving for variety in their love life and this could get them into trouble with their regular lovers. Be discreet and don’t tell others your secrets.

AQUARIUS (January 20- February 19)

Lucky Colour: Violet

Lucky Day: Thursday

Racing Numbers: 5.7.3.4

Lotto Numbers: 1.16.23.26.34.39

There could be some improvements in your working conditions and most of what you need within your grasp. However, be very selective with whom you are socialising with.

PISCES (February 20- March 20)

Lucky Colour: Red

Lucky Day: Thursday

Racing Numbers: 7.8.9.3

Lotto Numbers: 1.14.23.34.45.22

You should be experiencing some good luck. A favour you did in the past comes back with interest. Your financial affairs should prove rewarding. However, make sure you give your mate plenty of TLC ( Tender loving care).

OFF THE BENCH WITH HUTCHY PICKERS

“...both health and happiness are not the same as being skinny ...”

Nikita Wasson (Dietitian)

“...I have children, I see children in my practice and I know my own personal struggles with body acceptance that stripped enjoyment from years of my life...” Nikita Wasson (Dietitian)

“...our actions speak far louder than our words...” Nikita Wasson (Dietitian)

Horoscopes with Sarah Kulkens

Saleyards redevelopment on track

Mossop

Construction + Design secure another Mount Gambier project

The Mount Gambier & District Saleyards Transformation Project has hit another milestone, with the announcement of the successful tenderer for the project’s concept design, as the District Council of Grant prepares for a new federal funding round to commence.

Following a rigorous tender process, in collaboration with project stakeholders, including Local Government Procurement, Combined Agents, Saleyards Strategy Committee and council staff, the South Australian commercial building contractor Mossop Construction + Design will now commence with creation of the project concept design.

District Council of Grant chief executive officer Darryl Whicker said the ongoing work demonstrated council was eager to progress the once in a generation transformation project this year.

“After a robust procurement process, Mossop’s demonstrated a clear understanding of our vision for the project,” he said.

“In collaboration with stakeholders, Mossop will now prepare a detailed concept design, so the project is well positioned for an application through the Federal Government’s new Growing Regions Program, which is yet to open.”

“Council is firmly committed to delivering this important project for

the community, which aligns with the Mount Gambier and District Saleyards Masterplan 2018-2028.”

Mr Whicker said the saleyards were integral to the prosperity of the Limestone Coast region.

“The District Council of Grant has already secured $2.7 million from the State Government in early 2022 and has committed a further $3 million to see this project through to completion,” he said.

“Council remains committed to the funding process and gives thanks for the State Government’s ongoing support.”

Mossop Construction + Interiors regional manager Craig Williamson

Craig Williamson (Mossop Construction + Interiors regional manager)

improve animal welfare.”

The formal concept design will feature a range of elements to help assist to increase better animal welfare outcomes, including:

• Soft-fall matting

said the team was eager to begin the design phase of the project.

“Mossop is thrilled to be collaborating with the District Council of Grant in developing a design that responds directly to the local community’s vision,” he said.

“Mossop understands the Saleyard Transformation project is a crucial step forward for the region and is in the alignment of the Mount Gambier and District Saleyards Masterplan 2018-2028.

“Through a collaborative approach, we are committed to developing a high quality, cost effective, efficient design which will add value to the region and

• Holding pen reconfigurations

• Cattle yard roofing

• Sprinkler systems

• Rainwater harvesting Saleyards Strategy Committee member and councillor Barry Kuhl described the once in a generation project as ‘essential’ for the region’s farming sector.

“Since our previous application, council has worked diligently to best present this significant project for grant funding,” Cr Kuhl said.

“In the 2020/21 financial year, the saleyards grossed more than $157 million in sales, selling 86,000 head of sheep and 65,000 head of cattle so they are a major economic

contributor to both the State and Federal economies.”

Primary Industries Minister Clare Scriven reiterated the South Australian Government’s support for the project.

“We committed $2.7 million to this important project before last year’s election and we have maintained that commitment,” Minister Scriven said.

“This is an important project for our livestock industry and the region more broadly. I commend Grant District Council for progressing this work.

“I will continue to advocate for this to the Federal Government, including when I meet with Minister King in Canberra later this month.”

NEXT CHAPTER IN SALEYARDS

REDEVELOPMENT: (Front row) Saleyards Strategy Committee Member and Councillor Barry Kuhl, Mayor Kylie Boston and Mossop Construction + Interiors Regional Manager Craig Williamson AND (Back row ) District Council of Grant CEO Darryl Whicker, Saleyards Manager David Wallis, Combined Agents Chairman Ben Jones, and Growth and Tourism Manager Rebecca Perkin.

“...Mossop is thrilled to be collaborating with the District Council of Grant in developing a design that responds directly to the local community’s vision...”

Successful fundraiser Literacy program to benefit from open day

The Annesley Mercato fundraiser, held at Annesley House, was considered a massive success, with early indications suggesting that the event raised more than $5000 - double what was initially hoped for. Despite inclement weather, the event attracted an estimated 500 patrons throughout the afternoon.

The Annesley Mercato event was a showcase of the history of Annesley, with attendees showing a keen interest in the heritage of the house, as well as those curious to see what was behind the doors.

Local producers offered a delicious assortment of authentic Italian foods, and the food vendors were met with an overwhelming show of support that completely sold out their goods. This unexpected turnout left the vendors elated with the response and feedback they received throughout the day.

The music by Bill Harrower and Teleah Armistead added a relaxed vibe to the afternoon, and the community spirit was palpable throughout the event.

United Way Glenelg executive officer Nicole Carr was thrilled with the overwhelming response of Annesley Mercato.

“The event exceeded all our expectations,” Ms Carr said. “We have been delighted by the support and enthusiasm from the community.

“The success is attributed to the collaboration and dedication of our team, local producers, and partners. We worked tirelessly to create an atmosphere of warmth, authenticity, and creativity that

has resonated with attendees.”

The funds raised from the event will help in providing free books to children from birth to age five, nurturing a passion for reading and enhancing their early literacy skills.

“The success of Annesley Mercato has far-reaching impacts beyond our expectations,” Ms Carr said. “Thanks to the overwhelming support of our community, we are delighted to announce that an extra 555 books will be delivered to local children.”

Special thanks go to Aaron & Teleah Armistead, Andrew Wilson, Bill Harrower, Casterton

Distillery, Chicken on a Hill, Fraser Reefman, Glenelg Libraries, Jacky and Zander Atodiresei, Linda Carmondy, Meg Jarrett, Mister Container Catering, Portland Party Hire, Portland Signworks, Portland Strawberries, Portland Community Garden, Tyrendarra Flowers, United Way Glenelg Board members, Victoria Nash, and Wildblooms.

The Imagination Library has been operating in the Glenelg Shire for close to 10 years and has delivered more than 40,000 books with 700 children having graduated from the program.

Acting director of medical services wins role

Portland District Health’s new Director of Medical Services Dr Andrew Walby wants to ensure everyone has access to high quality local healthcare.

stepping down from the role last year and has experience in emergency medicine in the private sector at John Fawkner Hospital 1996-1997 and 2000 and Epworth Hospital since 1999.

experience in the public healthcare system has given him strong skills and knowledge around how healthcare works.

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Dr Walby completed his Associate Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of Medical Administrators in 2021 to give him the skills and knowledge needed to fill a Director of Medical Services

His appointment as Acting Director of Medical Services at PDH came about from his desire to gain experience in a regional hospital.

“It’s very different to working in a major metropolitan hospital but there are similarities in the emergency and medical services roles. They’re both responsible for managing medical staff and broader management as part of a team, but this position has broader responsibility for all medical and pharmacy staff.

Dr Walby will continue to work one day a week at St Vincent’s Hospital to maintain his clinical skills while working three days a week in Portland. “I like a challenge, managing people and improving systems to make sure patients get timely and quality care, and I like the size of PDH compared to working in a major tertiary hospital. It has more of a community feel and I particularly like the staff I’m working with.”

Dr Walby, 61, says his long

“I bring a strong sense of social justice and knowledge about what we deliver in healthcare,” he said. “We have a responsibility to the community to provide them with safe and accessible healthcare, but at the same time the community needs to have realistic expectations about what healthcare we can deliver locally and we need to encourage people to also take responsibility for their own health and wellbeing.

“People turning up to Urgent Care Centre need to understand what healthcare PDH can provide. One of our roles is to help people on their journey and direct them to appropriate care.”

Dr Walby said PDH was well positioned to provide care to the region but, like all health services, has to deal with workforce shortages.

“There are workforce challenges everywhere, not just in healthcare, but Portland is even more challenged because of its geography. We have workforce needs across the board but will continue to recruit and show that PDH is a good place to work.”

Dr Walby has been involved in Victoria’s Health Disaster arrangements as a Field Emergency Medical Officer since December 2006.

BrainTeaser

1. What is the capital of Greece?

2. Which four cities have hosted a Summer Olympics more than once?

3. Who wrote the science fiction novel Nineteen Eighty-Four?

4. Who was the first President of the United States?

5. With which sport do we associate the Harlem Globetrotters?

6. The Hare and the Tortoise is a fable by which famous storyteller?

7. In which Australian State would you be holidaying if you were staying at Turtle Beach Resort?

8. Queensberry Rules govern which sport?

9. Which primary colour do we associate with the jewellery manufacturer Tiffany’s?

10. The keirin and madison are disciplines in which sport?

11. ‘Now’ is the 2020 book by which Australian sporting icon?

12. Which Russian ballerina was the first to perform The Dying Swan?

13. Tosca and La Boheme are operas by which Italian composer?

14. What is the name of the woodcarver who created the iconic puppet Pinocchio – a story originally created by Carlo Collidi?

15. Which iconic guitarist joined forces with Matchbox Twenty’s Rob Thomas for the Grammy Award winning song Smooth?

16. Wilbery and Christopher Awdry created which beloved

Sudoku

animated childhood character?

17. Who plays the title character in The Big Bang Theory spin off Young Sheldon?

18. What was the name of the prime time soap opera that was a spin off of the 1980s TV series Dallas?

19. In which year did John F. Kennedy Jr become the President of the United States?

20. With which product do we associate the manufacturing brand Smith & Wesson?

21. Which Australian State would you be visiting if you were touring Port Arthur?

22. What is the name of the castle and court associated with the legendary King Arthur?

23. What is the name of the Australian Prime Minister’s official Canberra residence?

24. In which month of the year is the famous Chelsea Flower Show held each year?

25. Queen Elizabeth II is interred at King George VI Memorial Chapel, which is part of which royal residence?

26. Who appeared on the cover of the first ever issue of the pop culture publication Rolling Stone?

27. Best known for her long term relationship with Mick Jagger, model Jerry Hall was married to which media mogul from 2016 to last year?

28. Which author created the beloved children’s character Winnie the Pooh?

29. Who was the first President of

South Africa?

30. The Glenelg River flows through which two Australian States?

31. In which year did SANFL cub Sturt last win a premiership?

32. What is the capital of Guatemala?

33. Who won the 2022 FIFA World Cup?

34. All Night Long and Dancing on the Ceiling are hit songs for which singer-songwriter?

35. Which singer was behind the charity juggernaut and super group Band Aid – formed in the 1980s?

36. By what name was opera star Helen Porter Mitchell between known?

37. Darlinghurst is a suburb of which Australian city?

38. What was the sequel to the Ruth Park novel The Harp in the South?

39. AFL star and commentator Luke Darcy’s son Sam was drafted by the Western Bulldogs in 2021 – what pick number was the father-son selection?

40. Yosemite Sam is an arch enemy of which beloved Looney Tunes character?

Answers:1. Athens; 2. Athens, London, Los Angeles & Paris; 3. George Orwell; 4. George Washington; 5. Basketball; 6. Aesop; 7. Queensland; 8. Boxing; 9. Blue; 10. Cycling; 11. Anna Meares; 12. Anna Pavlova; 13. Puccini; 14. Geppetto; 15. Carlos Santana; 16. Thomas the Tank Engine; 17. Iain Armitage; 18. Knot’s Landing; 19. 1961; 20. Firearms (guns); 21. Tasmania; 22. Camelot; 23. The Lodge; 24. May; 25. Windsor Castle; 26. John Lennon; 27. Rupert Murdoch; 28. A. A. Milne; 29. Nelson Mandela; 30. Victoria & South Australia; 31. 2017; 32. Guatemala City; 33. Argentina; 34. Lionel Richie; 35. Sir Bob Geldof; 36. Dame Nellie Melba; 37. Sydney; 38. Poor Man’s Orange; 39. Two; 40. Bugs Bunny

Grant High School Swimming Carnival

Grant High School, after a two year hiatus, held its Interhouse Swimming Carnival at the newly developed Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre on February 13. It was the first carnival with the Year 7 cohort in attendance. It was a very successful day with good participation shown from all year levels with Bonney (captains pictured left) asserting their current dominance over the house competitions taking out the win again.

AGE GROUP CHAMPIONS:

1. Open Female - Mia Kleinig

2. Open Male - Sam Couldrey

3. Under 16 Female - Izzy Forrest

4. Under 16 Male - Jace Maxwell

5. Under 15 Female - Shayden Russell

6. Under 15 Male - Oliver Plunkett

7. Under 14 Female - Mia Forrest

8. Under 14 Male - Joe Box

9. Under 13 Female - Aynslee Hayman

10. Under 13 Male - Remi Ropitini

POOL SPAS & SWIM SPAS

A spa is like nothing else. It’s treasured family time. It’s precious time together with your partner. It’s well deserved quiet time for yourself. It’s an inspiring exercise machine. It’s a gentle recovery tool. A spa is a part of your everyday life, so choose one that fits.

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Why Donehues Leisure?

1. Convenience: Selling your caravan privately takes time and effort and could cost you money. You need to be available to show potential buyers your caravan when it suits them

2. No Direct Contact:

You don’t need to be personally involved in any negotiations and possibly deal with potential buyers, that might have driven 100s of kilometres, getting aggressive if sale isn’t proceeding as hoped

3. Security:

You don’t have strangers, some possibly with bad intentions, visiting your house and garage. Or unhappy purchasers returning after the sale if they find something wrong.

4. We can come to you:

Our business sees us in towns throughout the Limestone Coast of SA and south west Victoria on a regular basis ….so we will be in your area soon! We can call and see you for a no obligation discussion on your caravan’s worth and take the caravan to our yard.

Mil Lel Living at its best!

GET YOUR SOIL RIGHT

Autumn’s the ideal time of year to plant – particularly trees, shrubs and perennials – because air temperatures have cooled, soil is still warm and you’ve hopefully had some rainfall to increase soil moisture. The first thing to do is consider the state of your soil and undertake any soil improvements required, such as mixing in organic matter like compost, worm castings or soil conditioners.

Pet Care

It is imperative to keep your pet rabbit cool on hot days, especially if they are living outside the house. Make sure to provide plenty of water and vegetables on hot days and ensure that the hutch is not in full sun and has plenty of shade throughout the day. Frozen water bottles can be provided as a cool object for your rabbit to lay against on a hot day.

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alfresco entertaining area. A secure double length garage with a roller door is accessed via the driveway.

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3 1 2 $379,000-$409,000

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!

10 Playford Street

4 1 2

When its all about location - look no further. Spacious family home and quality solid construction. Peacefully located a short walk from the stunning Blue Lake & Valley Lakes precinct. An affordable opportunity to secure a highly sort location.

9 Jackway Street, Blackfellows Caves

3 1 2 $295,000-$315,000

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.

3 1 1 $270,000-$295,000

A perfect starter or investment to add to your portfolio with this solid three bedroom home. Cosy front lounge with reverse cycle split system. Open plan kitchen and meals area. Three light filled bedrooms all with BIR and a modern bathroom.

A stunning family home with a beautiful outlook of neighbouring reserve. Functional open plan living, ducted heating and cooling, high quality fixture and fittings. Spacious bedrooms with the master having walk in robe and ensuite. Perfect downsizer or investment.

2 1 2 $269,000-$289,000

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!

21 Cockburn Street

3 1 2 $259,000-$279,000

The perfect starter or investment property. Open living area, remodeled bathroom and handy shedding. Popular location close to shops, park lands and schools. Add your finishing touch to make this one home!

RENTALS

3 1 2 $319,000-$339,000

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.

A long established business perfect for a family or partnership. Great trading figures. High exposure location - situated at 11a James Street with strong client base. Buyer group security and diverse range of products. Speak to agent for further details.

3 1 1 $390,000-$425,000

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 2

$295,00 -$325,000

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.

Dry Creek Road, Donovans

Sunnyside Drive

61 Brownes Road

27 Heath Street

Hurst Camera House

598 Glenelg River Road, OB Flat

205a Wireless Road West, Mount Gambier

New

NEW > BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY OASIS!

Beautiful solid brick and Colorbond family home on 2.5 acres. Four bedrooms, main with WIR and beautiful big renovated ensuite. HUGE tiled open plan living area with lovely country style renovated kitchen offering WI pantry, induction cooktop, electric oven dishwasher. Wrap around verandah plus deck area with shade sail plus secure backyard including veggie garden. Double garage with under cover access inside plus 7m x 9m high clearance Colorbond shed perfect for boat or caravan. Additional single garage / garden shed perfect for garden tools and lawn mower. Ducted r/c heating & cooling, s/c wood fire, solar system, bore and rainwater plus attractive and private garden setting.

$689,000-$729,000

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

181 Sassanowsky Road, Suttontown

NEW > CHARACTER, CHARM & PRIVACY

With the original home being built over 100 years you can enjoy the features of a bygone era. Three large bedrooms all with fireplaces & ceiling fans, with the master containing spacious WIR & ensuite. Formal lounge or fourth bedroom. The hub of the home is the spacious kitchen/dining/family room which is a stunning light filled area. Gorgeous kitchen with WI pantry, dishwasher, gas cooking & an abundance of bench space. With s/s air conditioning, slow combustion heating, gas log look heating & insulation. Garaging for three vehicles plus ample garden shedding. Extra features include solar heated pool, paved outdoor entertaining area and 5kW solar panels with battery storage.

$639,000-$679,000 Contact Sara McManus 0438 708 281

10 O'Connor Drive, Mount Gambier

NEW > DREAMING OF LIFE IN THE COUNTRY?

HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS CLOSING FRIDAY 31ST

MARCH 2023 AT 12 NOON (If not sold prior)

Superb brick and Colorbond family home set on a 4046m2 allotment. Inside offers three bedrooms, main with WIR Spacious open plan living area, filled with natural light & rural views. The beautiful kitchen offers dishwasher, electric cooking, island bench with breakfast bar and plenty of bench space. Secure back yard for children and pets to play. A single car garage UMR has remote entry into the home whilst additional sheds include a 7x6m Colorbond garage with power & 7x6m shed with concrete floor. Established trees & gardens, mix driveway, rainwater and solar panels make this beautiful well maintained home, a place you will want to call home.

H&B OFFERS Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

3 2 5

NEW > INVESTORS/FIRST HOME BUYERS - TAKE NOTE!

A great opportunity to start or add to your investment portfolio. Attractive price guide to get started in the market. 3 Bedroom duplex (main with BIR) opposite lovely reserve. Eat in kitchen with gas cooking and ample cupboard space. Cosy lounge area with gas heating and skylight. Large enclosed front entrance acts as a utility space. External security shutters on bedrooms and kitchen. Large laundry, separate toilet and bathroom with vanity and shower recess. Assortment of fruits trees and bushes, dedicated veggie garden and chicken coupe. Drive through semi enclosed carport + large galvanised iron shed. Newly seeded rear lawn with plenty of room for the kids and pets. Don’t miss an opportunity to get in to the property game!

$279,000-$289,000 Contact Toni Gilmore 0402 356 905

1,305m2

& 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

Sporty storytime

Magic of Storytime dives into its fifth year

Junior sports clubs play a vital role in developing children, providing opportunities for physical activity, socialisation, and the development of important life skills. With the help of some very special guests from local Junior Sports Clubs, this year’s Magic of Storytime will host a range of

“sporty” readers who will share a book based on Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library themes of teamwork, communication, leadership, and goal setting, all important skills when playing sport.

Now in its fifth year, the Magic of Storytime builds on the work of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, encouraging the whole community to get behind early literacy, and improving language and literacy skills.

“It is important to get children excited about reading, inspire their imaginations and let them have fun with stories,” United Way Glenelg executive officer Nicole Carr said.

Each club will provide a short five-minute program demonstrating their sport, along with equipment for children to participate in and experience.

“Inviting the Junior Sports Clubs will be a fun and engaging way for children to develop confidence, selfesteem, and a sense of accomplishment.,”

The first Magic of Storytime will kick off at

11am on Friday, March 10, with Liz Ball (pictured), the coach from Portland Calisthenics Club, reading the book Thelma the unicorn by Aaron Blaney. Thelma the unicorn is an ordinary pony who wishes with all her heart to be a glamorous unicorn. Then in a rare pink and glitter-filled moment of fate, Thelma’s wish comes true. She rises to instant international stardom, but at an unexpected cost. The book promotes themes of being true to yourself and being proud of who you are.

Children attending the event will have the opportunity to take home a copy of the book being read and make their very own unicorn horn to wear home.

The Magic of Storytime is a FREE event and runs on the first Friday of every month during school terms from 11am at Glenelg Libraries Bentinck Street, Portland.

The event is a partnership with United Way Glenelg, Portland Aluminium, and Glenelg Libraries, supporting the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.

For more information on the Magic of Storytime, visit the United Way Glenelg Facebook events page (www.facebook.com// unitedwayglenelg/events) or contact Nicole Carr at 0410 513305 or mail@unitedwayglenelg.com.au

Beef taco rice bake

1 tbsp olive oil

500g Beef Mince

1 red capsicum, deseeded, coarsely chopped

1 red onion, coarsely chopped

30g packet taco seasoning

2 tbsp tomato paste

300g (1 1/2 cups) long-grain white rice

400g can black beans, rinsed, drained

1 tsp Chicken Stock Powder

120g (1 1/2 cups) coarsely grated cheddar

Sour cream, to serve

Sliced avocado, to serve

Method

Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan forced. Heat the oil in an ovenproof frying pan over medium heat. Cook the beef, breaking up any lumps with a wooden spoon, for 5 minutes or until browned. Move beef to 1 side of pan. Add the capsicum and onion to empty side of pan. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until onion mixture softens. Stir beef and onion mixture together until combined. Add seasoning and paste. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until aromatic. Add rice. Stir until combined. Add beans, stock powder and 750ml (3 cups) water. Bring to boil. Transfer pan to oven. Bake for 25 minutes or until the liquid has absorbed and the rice is tender. Sprinkle with the cheddar. Bake for a further 10 minutes or until the cheddar is melted and golden. Top with sour cream and avocado. Season and serve.

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A passion for wool

Sherri sharing her love of wool at South West TAFE

Sherri Symons likes to spin a good yarn about working with wool. Ms Symons grew up around sheep and has forged a successful career in the industry, but she laments that not everyone shares her enthusiasm for wool.

“I just love the fibre of wool,” she says. “It’s the most incredible fibre, no matter what micron it is. The properties of wool are incredible but they’re under-appreciated by current society.

“If you buy a $200 wool jumper, you’ve got that for the rest of your life. Sadly, in today’s throwaway society people get a jumper and they’re done with it before the season has even ended. I find that really disappointing.”

A wool classer for nearly 15 years, Ms Symons has recently added teaching to her resume and is helping to deliver South West TAFE’s new wool classing course starting in early March at Maroona near Ararat.

Wool classing has taken her across all Australian states except Western Australia and she has also worked in New Zealand. “Once you get into the industry and start wool classing, the number of incredible and amazing people you meet along the way is phenomenal,” she said. “I’ve come across such a diverse range of people and learnt so much from being in the industry.”

Now she’s trying to inspire a new generation of wool classers.

“I wish there were more people wanting to go into the industry, especially young people because of the opportunities that are there,” she said.

Demand is strong for wool classers and Ms Symons continues working in the profession while also teaching.

“I frequently get phone calls asking me to class but I have to tell them I’m now teaching the next generation of wool classers; I’m trying to get more people into the industry for them but on my holidays and weekends, I help friends and family out as much as I can and thoroughly enjoy it.”

This ongoing practical experience assists her teaching work. “I’m a strong believer that you have to keep your finger in the game to relate to the people in the industry,” she said.

Ms Symons grew up on a sheep and beef farm at Ellerslie and studied an Advanced Diploma in Rural Business Management at Glenormiston and completed South West TAFE’s wool classing course.

“I wanted to go classing because I wanted to travel,” she said. “I jumped into working in the industry and didn’t leave.”

She says the wool classing course is essential for anyone wanting to work in the field and it can be a pathway to new opportunities. “I’ve known many people who have gone from being a shed hand or a classer and now they’re managing the farm.

“The course gives you the nitty gritty of what you need to be able to look at wool and class and grade it.

“If you consistently get good test results for a farmer, buyers are going to want to keep buying from that farmer.”

Ms Symons says the industry is “screaming out” for wool classers.

“Wool classing can be for anybody but it helps to have some experience as a wool handler,” she said.

“I absolutely love it. There are some things that make it difficult. I would love to have running water and a toilet located at every shed, but it’s farm life and it’s an incredible industry to be in to see a vast range of Australia.”

South West TAFE is also planning courses in Mortlake and Hamilton later this year and may do a residential course at Glenormiston College in the future. To find out more about the South West TAFE wool classing course, call 1300 648 911 or visit www.swtafe.edu.au

We’re hiring Accounts Payable Officer

Based at Mount Gambier

16-month Fixed Term Contract

OneFortyOne is a trans-Tasman business that owns and manages softwood plantation forests and operates sawmills in Australia and New Zealand. We manage over 140,000 ha of planation and conservation areas and operate two sawmills in the Green Triangle region of Australia and Nelson/Marlborough region of New Zealand. We produce and distribute timber and forest products across Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

We have an opening for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join the team for a 16- month Fixed Term Contract. Reporting to the Accounting Manager Australia, you will work within the group finance team primarily on accounts payable activities for the Australian business.

The Role:

• Processes and completes accounts payable tasks, ensuring compliance obligations are met

• Prioritises and organises daily activities to meet payment preparation and scheduling timelines

• Maintains vendor master data and responds to vendor queries

• Liaises with internal and external stakeholders

• Provide assistance with general accounting functions and finance administration support

You:

• Have tertiary qualifications in finance, bookkeeping or equivalent relevant experience

• Are experienced in data entry, management of data and using SAP or accounting software

• Have organisation and time management skills and a high level of attention to detail

• Are proactive and use your communication skills to engage and develop working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to work autonomously, and work within a team environment

Interested? Contact Mae Steele HR Advisor on 0439 089 483 for further information and a confidential discussion.

To Apply:

Email a cover letter and current resume to careers@onefortyone.com

Applications close: 13 March 2023

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Millicent & Mil Lel are junior cricket champions

Cricket premiers decided

MAN OF THE MATCH (Brayden Rowe - Millicent

Hall Trophy

Due to the inclement weather the grand final was unable to be played and Mil Lel (pictured above centre) were crowned premiers. Last year the same two teams made the title decider and it was again marred by weather and decided by ladder position and Millicent were the 2021/22 premiers.

Millicent (pictured above top) 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)

Sims Shield Millicent (pictured above bottom) 7/147 (O. Nicholls 28no.; P. Fitzgerald 21; P. Duldig 20; L. Robbins 17no.; C. Harris 1/11; W. Harris 1/18) d Penola 8/102 (T. Kidman 25; W. Harris 20; P. Duldig 3/8; J. Rowe 2/10

MAN OF THE MATCH (Pacey Duldig- Millicent)

Outsider wins anniversary cup

The Von Duve family claim 50th Mount Gambier Gold Cup

Lachie named the Lion King

It was a race for the ages and a fitting celebration of the 50th anniversary of the running of the Mount Gambier Harness Racing Club’s Gold Cup.

The 2023 Matthews Petroleum Mount Gambier Gold Cup (start pictureed below) was to be blunt –a boilover – won by an 80-1 pop in Springfield Affair (pictreud above right with driver Mark Phillips).

For the most part, the 2590m race went to script. Hanging Fire took the early lead with favourite

Operative Line sitting in behind and then it didn’t take too long for Jackie Barker to challenge the leaders with Sea Lover with the speed on.

2022 winner Royal Speech also looked well placed with the field never really spreading out in what was an evenly contested cup final.

Jillaby Rippa looked set to feature in the finish having spent the race doing little to no work sitting fourth, and still no one was paying attention to the eventual

Central & Tigers dominate weekend round of baseball

The countdown to finals is just around the corner, and Tigers and Federals met on a chilly Friday night. Tigers will feature in the post season action, while Federals will miss in 2023. Tigers were looking to make the last couple of weeks productive and ensure they are finetuned for finals. In a game that Tigers just had no luck, it saw them out Federals 12 to one. Alex Reppin was in fine form on the hill with 12 strike outs over six innings, and giving up just the one hit. Tigers were clean in the field, and veteran coach Karl Ransom enjoyed watching from the bench and letting the young Tigers take control of the game. Tigers brought home four runs over the nine innings and Federals failed to cross the plate. Tigers will now take on South next Friday night in a rehearsal for when the two teams will meet again in a fortnight for a shot at Central in the big dance. In the other match, Central defeated South and continued its unbeaten streak for 2023. It was a game that meant little to the standings, and with one more week of home and away matches to be played, Central will look to finish the year undefeated and enjoy the break before facing either Tigers or South in a grand final. Division 2 Will start finals a week earlier with Tigers and Millicent facing off for a shot at a spot in the grand final. Tigers will be looking to win their third consecutive Division Two premiership. In The other match, South will take on Central with the losing side finished for season 2023.

RESULTS

DIVISION 1 • Tigers 4 (A.Reppin 3; M.Thompson, B.Foster 2; J.Foster, B.Marcus, G.Ha, J.Powell) d Federals 0 (R.Hutchesson) Central 10 d South 0

DIVISION 2 • Tigers 10 d South 4

winner – Springfield Affair minding his own business on the rails as Mark Phillips just waited to the chance to pounce.

Heading to the post for the final time, Sea Lover looked to be travelling well despite the work the mare had done in the quickly run final but in the end, after heading to the photo, Mark Phillips had timed his run to perfection, sneaking through on the inside to effect one of the biggest upsets in the race’s 50 year history.

And again the 2023 winner showcased the best of Mount Gambier harness racing – the family tradition – with Lyn and Kevin Von Duve (pictured above left with cup & driver Mark Phillips), strong supporters, along with many Glencoe families, of the local pacing scene, taking out the club’s top prize.

Not only were they the winning owners, but Kevin was also the trainer, while driver Mark Phillips secured his first Mount Gambier Gold Cup courtesy of his composed driver. It was only

his second win on the Greenwald Paceway track this year.

Sea Lover finished second with 2022 winner Royal Speech finishing third.

Pacesetter Hanging Fire faded to sixth, while the favourite, Operative Line, had no luck and finished seventh.

Former Kybybolite junior Lachie Neale already has the game’s highest inidivual honour in the 2020 Brownlow Medal and now the hard working midfielder will lead the Brisbane Lions, named co-captain withe defender harris Andrews last week.

It sees two of the 18 AFL teams now headed by former South East footballers, with Robe’s Jordan Dawson ascending to the Adelaide Crows captaincy this season as well.

Neale’s appointment as co-captain comes on the back of another stellar season in 2022, taking home a third All-Australian blazer (2019, 2020, 2022) and winning a third Merrett-Murray Medal, as well as placing second in the Brownlow Medal, missing out on first place by a singular vote. The 29-year-old had a taste of the captaincy last season as stand-in skipper for the Lions’ Round 17 clash against Essendon with Zorko and Andrews both unavailable.

Sister team clash rounds out 2023 minor round

In the final game of the minor round it was an all Concordes affair. Dana Jones started with a safe bat for United, but Karly Pearson then came back with two K2s. A fielding error saw Dana Jones score and after a single to centre fielder by Julie Beck, the play was made at two for the final out for the innings. White then started their batting innings with Sam Brown getting on base through an error and Rachel Bagshaw by base on ball. Kylie Cook came up to bat and hit a double to centre scoring both Brown and Bagshaw. A further two runs were scored before the innings ended.

At the top of the second Concordes White started strongly with two quick outs then Dana Jones came up for her second safe hit of the game, with a double to left field. Sarah Thomson (pictured) then had a safe hit to second, putting runners in scoring position. Codie Jackway also had a safe hit to centre and two runs were scored for the innings.

Not to be outdone Concordes White came back at the bottom of the second scoring six runs of their own, starting with a safe hit to Linley Pollard, then some disciplined batting saw runners load the bases before Bagshaw had a double to left field again sending runners home, as well as Maddie Sutherland before a line drive catch to Leonie McCallum ended the innings for White. With two outs at the top of the third a double by both Jones and Thomson scored two runs before the innings was shut down by a play from Maddie Sutherland. McCallum shared her class with her involvement in three plays for three outs only allowing White to score one run in the bottom of the third.

The start of the fourth saw a brilliant diving catch to Bagshaw and a quick three outs. The White’s lead off Kate Altschwager had a single to centre field followed by another single to Pearson scoring a further two runs. Concordes White ran out the winners 13-5.

PHOTOS BY FRANK MONGER

Maya Lamb singing the national anthem

Dominant displays in round five table tennis action

Week five of the Mount Gambier Table Tennis Summer season saw some dominant displays mixed with balanced performances in both divisions.

Ben Newman’s Blackadder took on Travis Sweet’s Banana Splits in a Division 1 heavyweight battle royale.

Newman kicked things off with a comfortable win over Rowan Hardcastle, before Sweet equalised with a 4-game triumph over Ward Freeman. From that point on, however, Blackadder assumes complete control of the match thanks to strong performances from Caleb Bachmann and Sirinat Sweet. Both Blackadder players posted clean records on the night to power the team to a 12-6 win. The second Division 2 match of the round saw another lopsided result, Kevin Patzel’s Hard Rakka (previously NoName) proving to be much too strong for Robin Pellen’s The 70’s Show. Pellen fought an even contest against Hard Rakka’s Aaron McPhee in the first rubber, players matching each other point for point throughout. Just when McPhee managed to edge out in front Pellen would peg him back in a classic arm-wrestle, McPhee eventually prevailing 11-9 in the deciding fifth game. McPhee’s efforts served as great inspiration for his team mates, launching a platform for a mighty run that saw them win 10 of the first 11 rubbers, setting up an eventual 14-4 rout.

Division 2 produced closer outcomes in both matches, Mr Bean facing off against Pickled Shrimp in the first match. Wins to the Shrimps’ Jedda Hardcastle and Mark Devaney were cancelled out by victories to Mr Bean’s Richard Van Der Linde and substitute player Tracey Rawlings to see the teams locked at 2 wins apiece after the first brace of singles rubbers, before Van Der Linde’s team kicked up a gear through the middle and latter stages of the night, gaining the ascendancy. Hardcastle needed to defeat Van Der Linde in the final rubber of the match to level the overall scores and give the Shrimps any hope of snatching victory via countback. She was unable to do so, Van Der Linde easily accounting for his younger opponent in 3 games to give Mr Bean the win by 7 rubbers to 5. The last match of round 5 had Allan Withers leading Dad’s Army into battle against Chris McGregor’s Silent Assassins. Eion McIluff starred for the Assassins with a clean sheet, while Dad’s Army player Deakin Lofthouse continued his strong season. In the end it came down to a do-or-die contest between the two team captains, Withers needing victory McGregor to keep Dad’s Army in it. McGregor started the stronger of the two, taking the first game comfortable as Withers struggled with the pressure of the situation. After some encouraging words from team mates on the sidelines however, he soon composed himself and found his rhythm, claiming the second and third games and looking to have the momentum. McGregor stormed back however winning the fourth game convincingly, setting up a fifth that befittingly would decide the overall outcome of the match. After the first couple of nervous points by both players had scores even halfway through the game, McGregor began to show signs of frustration as Withers reached and returned his heavily spun lobs time and time again with interest. The Assassins player’s impatience cause unforced errors, allowing Withers to gain the upper hand and eventually run away with an 11-5 victory. With scores locked away at 6-6 at the end of the match, a countback of individual games saw Dad’s army take a slender win by 26-23.

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.book page, or just come along on a Monday night and speak to a friendly welcoming committee member.

2-rubber winners:

• Division 1: Sirinat Sweet, Caleb Bachmann (Blackadder); Aaron McPhee, Katrina McPhee, Rob Halleday, Alex McGregor (Hard Rakka); Travis Sweet (Banana Splits).

• Division 2: Deakin Lofthouse (Dad’s Army); Eion McIlluff (Silent Assassins); Richard Van Der Linde, Tracey Rawlings (Mr Bean).

Pennant bowls semi final results

Mid Week Pennant 1st semi final - Port MacDonnell Red 53/8 d Naracoorte 46/0 & 2nd

Cricket results

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Barber Shield

West Gambier 1st innings 226 (J. Blackwell 58; S. Willis 50; N. Gunawardana 40; L. Jones 3/64;

M. Waters 2/42; J. Mullan 2/67; L. March 2/23) v Penola

East Gambier 1st innings 170 (A.

Creasey 46; A. Hill 19no.; R. Drenthen 3/41; C. Jorgenson 2/29; E. Geary 2/25) v South Gambier

Crouch Shield

Gambier Centrals 1st innings 270 (B. Collins 57; D. Lock 45; M. Fox 41; H. Sanders 25; B. Barker 24;K. Risely 23 ; D. Whitehord 2/26; C. Lynch 2/22; J. Lawrence 2/39; R. Flamank 2/45) v East Gambier

South Gambier 1st innings 208 (R. Seager 37; J. Hollis, J. Geary 36; D. Loupos 26; S. Bradbrook 25; D. Walsh 3/40; Z. Cocks 2/50; J. Agars 2/37) v Glencoe

Cox Bros Shield

Yahl 1st innings 5/113 (A. Mulraney 44; J. Hatt 37; A. Blom 3/19) v Kalangadoo

Gambier Centrals 1st innings 79 (R. Courtney 19no.; J. Risely 15; C. Hicks 3/15; R. Grigg 2/9; A. Horbury 2/14) v Mil Lel 1st innings in reply 4/32 (H. Hicks 4no.; J. Risely 3/5)x

Tennis results

Division 1

West Gambier 11-69 d Uniting 1-24

Men’s Singles: G. White d D. Moon 6-3; B. Cook d K. Cole 6-2; S. Robinson d T. Crowe 6-1

Women’s Singles: Emily Jolley lost to C. Walker 2-6; no other match details available

Centrals/Uniting/Gambier 12-73 d Mount Schank 0-16

Men’s Singles: A. Vandenhurk d B. McInnes 6-0; N. Thomas d W. Boston 6-3; B. Gadffney d A. Laube 6-2

Women’s Singles: T. Megaw d N. Eastough 6-0; A. Telford d A. Hood 6-0; A Huyser d R. McInnes 6-0

Glencoe 8-65 d Reidy Park 4-48

Men’s Singles: D. Childs d Z. Young 6-1; P. Mitchell d B. Heywood 7-5; W. Hann d H. Haywood 6-1

Women’s Singles: J. Mitchell d B. Young 6-2; S. Edwards d J. Young 6-3; L. Edwards d M. Kelly 7-5

Division Two

Mount Gambier 6-59 d West Gambier 6-51; Glencoe v Reidy Park (no details available); Suttontown v Mil Lel (no details available)

Division Three

Moorak 6-49 d Mount Gambier 6-44; Centrals 9-62 d Suttontown 3-42; West Gambier 12-72 d Mil Lel 0-4; Uniting - BYE

Ladies Doubles Uniting 4-31 d Mil Lel 2-25; West Gambier v Glencoe (no details available); Allendale East v Reidy Park (no details available)

Mixed Doubles

Glencoe 5-31 d Mount Gambier Green 1-22; Mount Gambier Blue 4-29

d Mount Schank 2-20; Moorak Gold 5035 d Suttontown 1-21; Centrals v Moorak Green (no details available)

2nd semi final - Millicent 51/6 d Mount Gambier RSL 45/2

Portland 3x3 basketball competition returns to the foreshore this month

Champions League Basketball is back for its annual 3X3 basketball event weekend at the Youth Activity Space, Portland Foreshore, Lee Breakwater Road from Friday, March 24 through to Sunday, March 26.

Director of Champions League Basketball Yvette Williams said now in its third year, it had become a destination event for the official CLB Summer Series.

“It has been exciting to see the participation build year on year from both a local perspective and with teams traveling in to compete,” she said. “This year should be no different and we are hoping for the best turn out yet.

“Councils and community stakeholders play a big part in bringing these community events to the region and since the debut of 3X3 basketball at the Tokyo Olympics and more recently at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham where Australia brought home bronze, silver and

gold, we have seen the sport advance significantly in player interest and the spectators that come and enjoy the game as well, right across the country.”

Set up as a specialised 3X3 showcourt for the three days, players and spectators can enjoy Free Come n Try sessions, 3-point shoot outs, dunk contests, food trucks and of course the main competitions ranging from Under 13 right through to Open Social and Elite levels.

Cr Scott Martin said council was delighted to welcome back CLB3X3 to the Portland Foreshore this month.

“This event has fast become a staple on the council’s event calendar and attracts basketball players, enthusiasts and spectators from right across the State,” Cr Martin said. “Situated against the stunning backdrop of the Portland Foreshore, it is a prime location to showcase the best that south-west Victoria has to offer. It is fantastic

to see the momentum continue to grow each year and see familiar faces return to compete for the top prizes. We look forward to another successful CLB3X3 competition in 2023.”

Players have the chance to win great prizes, prize money and FIBA3X3 world ranking points whilst enjoying a fun, inclusive and family friendly environment. The event will feature a pop-up barber shop as well offering court side hair cuts while you enjoy all the action.

Spectators can enjoy entry to the event for free while team registrations start at $120 per team for the Juniors, $150 per team for the Open and Elite levels.

Players who register must have an official FIBA profile ( https:// play.fiba3x3.com/signup ) so they can receive ranking points for their country and home town. Players will then be able to see their points go live under their profile at the conclusion of the event and keep up to date with all the latest 3X3

news worldwide.

This is an open and inclusive event and there is no requirement to be registered or part of a club or association to compete in our events.

Once players have their profiles, they can then register as a team

of 3-4 players by heading to www. clb3x3.com/events and searching “Portland” to find their category. For more information about 3x3, the event and/or to register a team visit www.clb3x3.com/events or https://www.glenelg.vic.gov.au/

Kidman shows good form to be fastest

Cyclists take to the Overland Track at Glencoe in the Kidman Law Summer Series

Race five of the Kidman Law Series was a 30km Handicap held at Glencoe on the Overland Track and finishing with a climb to the top of Mile Hill Road.

The senior race was preceded by five of our junior riders completing a 10 kilometre out and back course along the Overland.

Glenn Tye was first away with a four minute lead over Molly Opperman who was followed one minute later by Sean Tye with Ethan McKenny and Charlie Jenkin two minutes after that. Light rain hindered the riders who had a slight tailwind out, but upon being turned by Tina Opperman, they faced a head wind to the finish. Molly used her experience and caught and passed Glenn and stayed away to complete the win. Sean, second and Ethan third completed the podium while Charlie and Glenn came home in fourth and fifth place respectively. All the juniors were chaperoned

by senior riders to assist with their education in road events.

The rain had stopped when the first of the nineteen senior riders started with Dianne Major and Shane Kennett having a seventeen minute start over the next group of Bruce McLaughlin, David Tye, Jen Buckland and Ethan McKenny after recovering from his junior event. Two minutes later saw Dean Zeven, Mike Bakker and Spek Peake leave, being chased after a further two minutes by Gerard Coote and Colin Weatherill. Four minutes elapsed before Elmer Buckland, Patrick Langsmith, Matthew Opperman, Craig Andrae and Niel Van Niekerk left the starter. Twenty seven minutes after limit left, scratch riders Nick Kidman, Chris Kennett and Jami Buckley started their chase.

Assisted by a tail wind on the outward journey, riders were attaining high speeds in their endeavour to catch the bunches

in front of them. At the turn, gaps had closed with the stronger riders making gains on the front runners. The group of Elmer, Patrick, Matthew, Craig and Niel were caught by Nick and Chris, with Jami being distanced. These strong riders worked into the head wind catching groups and individual riders as they headed back to the start position.

With the pace set by Nick, Matthew, Chris and Niel, Elmer, Patrick and Craig were left behind and other riders were unable to ride at the speed of this group and were distanced. Gerard suffered a puncture which finished his race while Colin continued on alone. Di and Shane were still at the front of the race and approaching the last kilometre and a half climb to the finish, but this was where their shot at glory finished.

With the constant hard pace being set by Nick and assisted by Niel, Matthew and Chris were dropped at the bottom of the hill and continual hard riding by Nick saw him distance Niel with about five hundred metres to the line. Finishing in a time of 1.13.01, this gave Nick first and fastest with Niel a strong second and Matthew third. Di battled to the end for fourth with Shane, Chris, Colin, Dean, Craig and Elmer rounding out the top ten. Spek, Patrick, Jami, Mike, Dave, Ethan, Bruce and Jen were followed in by the chase car to complete a hard day on the bike.

Thanks to Deb Lang and Tina Opperman for their assistance with

Robe ladies fours combination takes out the Lower South East Bowls Association championships

The Super Series did not go well for Robe at the end of last month, with Robe being defeated by Tankers at Mount Gambier RSL Monday night and Bay Breakers at Mount Gambier on Thursday night.

Social Bowls Thursday was sponsored by the Robe Caledonian Inn and 2 games of 2 bowl triples were played. There was only one 2 game winner, winning the vouchers on 57pts

LSEBA Championship Fours were played at Kingston on February 26 and Robe Ladies Fours, Robbie Dahler, Carolyn McCusker, Helen Dawson & Judy Bermingham, had a wonderful day. In their first match they defeated Mt Gambier RSL, in the semifinal they defeated Naracoorte RSL and in the final they defeated Naracoorte. All games were close encounters, keeping everyone entertained with great bowls by all teams and Robe being in front at the end of each

game. The Robe Men’s Fours were defeated by Mount Gambier, who were defeated by Pt MacDonnell in the final.

Robe Bowls Club is also in the middle of their four week bowling lessons by Pat Lynch for new bowlers and hopefully the club will get some new bowlers from the lessons.

LSEBA LADIES FOURS CHAMPIONS: Robbie Dahler, Carolyn McCusker, Helen Dawson & Judy Bermingham

turning the riders and follow cars.

Riders, officials and supporters retired to the Glencoe shops for coffee, cake and refreshments.

The MGCC would like to thank the Kennett family for travelling from Hamilton to compete in and support the races held by the club; it is much appreciated.

SENIOR PODIUM: (Above) Niel van Niekerk (2nd), Nick Kidman (1st & fastest) & Matthew Opperman (3rd)

JUNIOR PODIUM: (Left) Glenn, Molly, Ethan, Elmer, Niel, Jami, Patrick & Charlie

Kent gets the job done at Burrungule

More than 80 competitors take on the South East Field & Game 75 Target Shoot

South East Field & Game`s recent Sporting Clays Event at Burrungule Park was a 75 target event sponsored by Nutrien Mount Gambier (Jeff Olafsen), Kain Transport & BOC Gases.

Eighty-eight competitors nominated for chance to tackle the Ken Atkin designed layout which drew high prize from the

sporting clay shooters.

For the second month in a row

Greg Kessegian and Jeremy Kent finished the day all square on 71/75 necessitating a shoot off to determine a winner.

Kent needed all his previous shoot off experience to claim his second Gambier Shooting Supplies

High Gun in consecutive months

over Kessegian who had to settle for a category win in Seniors.

AA Grade also needed shoot off to determine the podium as Tim Widdison, Ron Rhook, Danny Bellinger & Joe Densley all tied on 68/75.

Widdison prevailed over Danny Bellinger to claim the win with Rhook rounding out the placings

Hunt takes out A Grade at Mount Gambier

Ken Whitehead had the round of the day on February 23 posting 40 points and 75 off the stick to win by one point from Shane Brooks on 39 points, also shooting 75 off the stick. Gary Wilson, Matt Bryant and Stephen Herbert all posting 38 points, with Chris Lynch, Craig Foster, David McPherson and Michael Foran on 37 points. The ball run down extended to 35 points with Peter Dempsey taking the last one. Nearest the pins went to Nic Clayton on the 8th and Ross Bond on the 16th, unfortunately only Clayton was able to sink the putt for a birdie.

February 25 saw the first round of qualifying for The Barn Mount Gambier Golf Club Championships and as such was a stroke round for all competitors with 105 players in the men’s field with Bryan Hunt (pictured) and Craig Torney sharing the round of the day with nett 69 and winning their respective grades. Hunt claiming A grade and Torney C grade. In A grade Hunt pipped Darren Coxon by a single stroke on nett 70 and Bailey Letizia on 71. While in C grade Torney finished 2 stokes clear of Robert McClelland on 71 with Archie Milich third on 74. In B Grade Leigh McCracken took the honours posting a nett 70 with Mathew Bowering and Damian Smith posting nett 72, Bowering taking 2nd place by virtue of countback.

The ball rundown extended to nett 76 with Ken Whitehead claiming the last one. Nearest the pins went to Jordan Stark on the 8th and Michael Cutting on the 16th with only Stark able to roll his ball truly for a birdie two.

The Club Championships qualifying continues with only the top eight qualifiers and ties, on gross scores, from each division, moving on to the match play phase.

CURRENT SCORES:

Div 1 Hcp 7 or less: Darren Coxon 76, Darren Bilney 77, Richard Gosling 78, Joe Clements 78, Jason Shanks 79, Nic Clayton 79, Jayden Eldrige 79, Jim Leane 80, Andrew Stark 80.

Div 2 Hcp 8-12 : Bailey Letizia 80, Bryan Hunt 81, Matt Bryant 81, Blake Schroder 82, Bryce Cutting 83, Stacey Parsons 83, Peter Dempsey 84, Ross Bond 84, Tony Revil 84, Jason Millhouse 84, Sam Letizia 84.

Div 3 Hcp 13-16: Leigh McCracken 84, Mathew Bowering 85, Damian Smith 85, Nathan Taylor 86, Jordan Stark 90, Peter Collie 90, Peter Berkefeld 90, Daniel Long 91.

Div 4 Hcp 17-45: Craig Torney 90, Robert McLellan 90, Darren Earle 91, Chris Gabriel 93, Nick Seager 93, Ian Ewart 94, Darryl Hutchins 94, Kevin Lennon 94.

in third. Declan Wright & Shakielle VonStanke also had to shoot off to determine a winner in the Junior category after both had shot 59/75. Wright came out on top to claim the win.

Next Event: Sunday, April 26 75 Targets @ Burrungule Park

PHOTOS:

1. Gambier Shooting Supplies winner Jeremy Kent

2. Sub Juniors: Kain Ashby, Jack Dyson & Noah VonStanke

3. C Grade winner John McIntyre

4. AA Grade: Tim Widdison, Ron Rhook & Danny Bellinger

Correll & Campbell win 2-4-2

After two weeks of not being able to play the game of 2-4-2, due to extreme heat, last week, in much better weather conditions, 24 players turned out for the game at the Millicent Bowls Club.

First place, with a score of 33+9 was the team of Alan Correll and Jim Campbell, taking home the $24.00 prize pool, coming in a very close second with a score of 33+6 and winning the $5.00 bar vouche,r was Denis Clifford and John Scudds.

Other winning teams were: David Botting, Iain Campbell 31+5. Peter Hyland, Derek Bowering 31+4. A tied game between Arthur O’Connell, Kym Stewart 20+0 and Eddie Hann, Ian Ross 20+0 and a second draw between Garth Baker, Derk Pietersma 20+0 and Steve Skeer and Terry Lonergan 20+0.

2-4-2 WINNERS: Alan Correll & Jim Campbell

Stratford wins final round on countback

A reduced field of Blue Lake

Due to a large contingent of players from the Blue Lake Golf Club competing in the Southern Ports Golf Week, it was a reduced number that played in the 4th and final round of the Sorrentos Cafe sponsored Summer Trophy last Wednesday.

The start of Autumn was true to form with mild but cool conditions and certainly not the reason for the low scores recorded, all saying it was just one of those days.

Helen Stratford in Division One took the winning voucher with 29 points after forcing a countback with playing partner Rosemary Martland also 29. Stratford off 17 had splits of 15/14 and included pars on the 2nd, 5th and 16th. No wipes were recorded but 8 x 1 points certainly impacted on her score. Martland off 13 and splits of 16/13 did hit well and pared the 3rd, 5th and 14th holes along with two wipes. Both women said

Golf

Club ladies take to the fairways for Summer Trophy

it came down to too many missed putts.

In Division Two it was Lyn Annand taking the win carding 30 points. Annand had splits of 12/18. Off 34 the front nine proved to be a challenge with three wipes but was able to play to her handicap strokes on the back nine scoring on every hole including a four pointer on the dog-leg par four 15th. Only one point behind was Jaynee Oberer playing off 33 scoring 29 points. The front nine score of 20 points was a good start and included four three-pointers but it was not to be, getting into a bit of trouble only able to add another 9 points on the back- nine.

Nearest to the pin 2nd shot winner was Rosemary Martland with the pro-shot winner on the par three 5th Helen Stratford. A chip-in ferret on the 1st won a chocolate bar for Lyn Annand.

This week is the monthly medal

stroke competition with the 1st round of the Collins Court Butcher sponsored Captain’s Trophy and the 1st qualifying round of the Begiornos Handicap Championships

FEBRUARY 25 RESULTS

The 2nd round of the Jetts Fitness Mt. Gambier Gambier sponsored Summer Cup was played in conjunction with the men’s monthly medal round. The early morning golfers had to contend with a few welcomed heavy showers after the previous few days of extreme heat. With the course set up long for the men’s monthly medal, the front nine proved to be challenging for most. Karen Panagopoulos was well pleased with her 93/23/70, which included pars in the 1st, 4th, 14rh and 15th holes as well as a birdie on the 5th.

Geraldine Scott finished 2nd posting 99/23/76 from splits of 53/46

with pars on the 2nd and 16th holes. After a three-way tie with Lyn Annand and Kate Hommelhoff, Josie Ashby 98/20/78 claimed third place. Ashby had 55/43 with pars on the12th and 14th and was able to win a ball for the longest drive.

SUMMER TROPHY FOURTH ROUND WINNERS: Rosemary Martland, Helen Stratford, Lynn Annand & Jaynee Oberer

Ladies play pairs & fours competition with winners from across the region

The Millicent Bowls Club held their Ladies Fours and Pairs Competition last Tuesday. Teams travelled from Kingston, Robe, Port MacDonnell, Beachport. Mount Gambier RSL and Naracoorte. The concept of the day began with one bowl from each player bowling to the ditch and the closest two bowls won a prize.

The first game for the day was fours played over 12 ends. Then two of the players went in for lunch while the other two played 8 ends of 3 bowls straight. They went to lunch and the other pair played the same format. The final game of four players was played over 12 ends. Winning the bowl to the ditch were Sarah Ross Millicent and Jill Preston Beachport. The pairs winners for the first game went to Elaine Pruis and Shirley Taylor from Port MacDonnell with 26.5 points. Second pairs winners was a tie between Tracy Willmott and Anne Sheils from Kingston and Mary Campbell and Faye Hill both with 26.5 points.

The overall winners for the day went to a Beachport team of Jill Preston, Anne-Marie Goode, Lynnette Smith and Pam Snook with 86.5 points. Runners up for the day went to a Millicent team,

OVERALL PAIRS WINNERS (FIRST GAME): (Below left) Shirley Taylor & Elaine Pruis, from Port MacDonnell

OVERALL PAIRS WINNERS (SECOND GAME): (Below centre) Anne Sheils & Tracy Wilmott) from Kingston CLOSEST TO THE DITCH: (Below right) Sarah Ross, & Jill Preston

Sarah Ross, Joy Warren, Esther Scudds and Merle Stevens with a score of 86 points. LADIES FOURS: (Above left) Winners Jill Preston, Anne-Marie Goode, Lynnette Smith & Pam Snook & (above right) Runners Up Merle Stevens, Esther Scudds, Joy Warren & Sarah Ross

2023 season kicks off with a mudfest

SEAC Khanacross goes to Heywood for opening round

The South Eastern Auto Club Khanacross Series for 2023 began with a “mudfest” at the Heywood “Wood, Wind and Roses” Festival, an annual event put together by the Heywood locals.

This year the “normally” grippy black clay surface turned into plasticine with the addition of water, which mother nature provided from early morning until mid-afternoon, creating a very slippery arena to challenge all that took to the track.

Director for this event, Paul (Keg) Height began setup – in the rain – at about 7am and continued to monitor, assist, place errant cones back to correct places etc, etc all day – in the rain. What a legend!!

Starter’s list for the day, 25 eager and “clean” competitors were given a “recce” lap to show where the first track had been laid out.

Dillan Young, having a return to Motorsport after a year or two off, made it look easy in the recently acquired Nissan Pulsar and set the best time on the opening lap, heading off Jason Sims and John Whitehead, all front wheel drives – with a big drive from Gary Brown enjoying the conditions in the shared FG Falcon.

Curtis Boyd showed some pace in the Celica, just behind Brown and just in front of Geoff Wilson’s Magna, Mark Jennings and Kyle Johnson, Josh Munn and Bradley Harry for the quickest 10 for this round.

Same track, second run, Curtis Boyd put a good lap together to head the list from Dillan Young, Jason Sims, Bradley Harry, Mark Jennings, Gary Brown, Henry Sims, John Whitehead, Josh Munn, Bruno Vadori completing the 10 spots at the top.

Reverse direction of the first layout proved to be a lot slower due to the sloppy conditions, but

competitors.

John Whitehead found his rally tyres had some grip and posted the quickest time from Jason Sims and a hard charging Gary Brown – enjoying the sloppy conditions in the big Falcon.

Bradley Harry posted a similar time to his early run in the Toyota Starlet just in front of Dillan Young, Geoff Wilson, Justin Devlin, Ian Johnson, Curtis Boyd and Kyle Johnson for tenth.

Second attempt and John Whitehead again led the pack with the rally tyres proving the grip level from the street tyres of the rest, Jason Sims, Curtis Boyd, Gary Brown, Bradley Harry, Dillan Young, Justin Devlin, Ian Johnson, Henry Sims and Geoff Wilson making the top ten.

Course 2 saw the track extended and more seat time for the driver to get into strife or enjoy, depending on the level of commitment and how much rain fell.

With the grip, John Whitehead’s Celica listed at the top from Jason Sims, Gary Brown, Mark Jennings, Curtis Boyd, Kyle Johnson, Dillan Young, Bruno Vadori, Geoff Wilson and Henry Sims rounding out the 10.

Same track, second blast, similar track conditions, Whitehead, Jason Sims, Curtis Boyd, Dillan Young,

and Justin Devlin in the top 10 for this round.

Reverse the long layout and line up after a short lunch break, Bradley Harry found the shortest way from start to finish and posted fastest time from Curtis Boyd, Dillan Young, John Whitehead, Jason Sims, Geoff Wilson, Ian Johnson, Mark Jennings, Kyle Johnson, Henry Sims and Max Viitanen rounding out the top 10 for this run.

Same track, more slop, less grip in places, more in other areas just to keep the driver on their toes, Bradley Harry did the job again, Curtis Boyd next doing enough in the Celica, from a developing Junior, Henry Sims getting the hang of things, Joshua Munn finally getting the 180BSSS to forwards more than sideways next,

getting the 10th spot.

Final blast for the day, rain had eased and grip levels were improved, director Paul assembled a loopy track for a quick finish. Looking at the score sheets, about half the field turned up the enjoyment level a little too much and made contact with a cone or many, keeping the cone attendants very busy!!

Bradley Harry scored one of the cones on his very quick run and even with the penalty added, he missed the first box in the score sheet by one hundredth of a second from John Whitehead, with Geoff Wilson another two tenths behind. Henry Sims again put in a good lap to finish three hundredths in front of Ian Johnson’s tidy run, showing some of his chequered rallying history. Gary Brown finished his day as he started, sideways everywhere, scoring well in the big FG Falcon.

Dillan Young pushed the Pulsar at the limits all day, trying a little too hard on some courses but enjoying all the runs, finishing this one less than two tenths in front of Cohen Hamilton, who struggled for grip all day in the BF Falcon. Jason Sims found a few loose spots along the way, got home in front of Kyle Johnson, completing the 10 top

improved in many spots, to give the driver some more speed, causing for more “off” events and contact with track marker cones, when the greasy bits were found.

Curtis Boyd enjoyed the day and the last run in particular setting fastest time for this course by nearly a second from Bradley Harry, Ian Johnson, Dillan Young, Justin Devlin, Geoff Wilson, Henry Sims (again quicker than dad), Jason Sims, Gary Brown and Bruno Vadori rounding out the 10.

A huge vote of thanks goes to Paul and his crew for persevering with the weather and running an enjoyable event.

Final Scores are yet to be checked and show that the fastest for the day were:

Total Time:

1st Outright Jason Sims

656.72 Seconds

2nd outright Curtis Boyd (pictured top left) 659.90 seconds

3rd outright Dillan Young 670.44 seconds

4th outright Bradley Harry 671.57 seconds

5th outright Geoff Wilson 696.43 seconds

6th outright Henry Sims 705.51 seconds

7th outright Gary Brown (pictured bottom left) 707.99 seconds

8th outright Ian Johnson 723.72 seconds

9th outright Kyle Johnson 738.23 seconds

10th outright Justin Devlin 739.38 seconds

Class points were:

Class A - Jason Sims

Class B - Curtis Boyd

Class C - Geoff Wilson (M)

Class J - Henry Sims

Class F - Harrison Bliss

PHOTOS COURTESY OF GEOFF WILSON

Three way tie the highlight of Millicent Bowling Club Night Owls

Players are enjoying the final weeks of the Night Owls Competition with 2 more weeks left before they have their Break up BBQ and Presentation Night on March 22. All players are invited to come along to the Flying Doctors Charity Day on Sunday, March 19. Please put your teams in and make it a great day.

Touches : Ray Doecke (Maccas) 5, Margaret Lang (Miss Fitts) 3, Ian Johns (Try Hards) 3. Winners: Would you believe there were 3 game winners this week in the Red Division all on equal points which is a rarity.

RED DIVISION: Max’s Four (Max Blacketer, Fay Richards, John Chalmers, Graham Loveday) defeating Awesome Foursome 17+6, Mossies (Garth Baker, Garry Wilson, Peter Hyland, Jim Hyland) defeated Untouchables 17+6, Birdies (Mary Dawson, Derk Pietersma, Janet Watson, Pam Packer) defeated Somerset Legends 17+6, other winners were Sparkies 17+2, Grand Hotel 15+2.

BLUE DIVISION: Acky’s Owls (Bernie Bowman, Barbara Leicester, Nigel Ross, Mary Bellinger),defeated Try Hards 18+7, Somery Seniors 18+4, Rotary 17+4, Lions 17+2, Maccas 16+2.

WHITE DIVISION: Boomers (Graham Doyle , David Botting, macmacdonald, Jim Godden) defeated Lion Cubs 19+8, other winners were Lions Roar 18+9, Here 4 Beer 18+14, Gizzies Crew 17, X Factor 15.

RED DIVISION THREE WAY TIE:

The Birdies: Dirk Pietersma,Mary Dawson, Janet Watson, Pam Packer; Mav’s Four: Max Blacketer, Fay Richards, Graham LovedayJohn Chalmers; Mossies: Jim Hyland, Peter Hyland, with Garth Baker. Absent: Garry Wilson

BLUE DIVISION WINNERS: Acky’s Owls - Barbara Leicester, Bernie Bowman, Nigel Ross & Mary Bellinger

WHITE DIVISION WINNERS: Boomers - Graham Doyle, David Botting & Jim Godden

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