Lifestyle1 issue 977

Trainee excellence rewarded

Open for business

Community Infrastructure Program, a Coalition Federal Government initiative, Member for Barker Tony Pasin was pleased to be part of last week’s opening ceremony.

Program because it’s projects like this that ensure our productive and vibrant region remains strong, resilient and prosperous in the long term,” he said.

– an almost $200,000 project which also funding play equipment at Donovans Reserve and the toilet block to include accessible amenities and a female shower.

Given the project was significantly boosted by a $100,000 grant through the Federal Government’s Local Roads and

Mr Pasin said the LRCI program was unique in that it responds to expressed local needs rather than being invested via top down determined priorities and strategies. “I’m incredibly proud of the support provided to Local Government through the LRCI

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MAKING IT OFFICIAL: Member for Barker Tony Pasin, Donovans Recreational Advisory Committee president Steve Gillett & District Council of Grant Mayor Kylie Boston

MT GAMBIER

PICTURED: Ian Giles Memorial Award presentation: Kyle Gleed (GTE), Ray Herbert (GTE Board Chair), winner Hannah Nitschke, Mercia Lowe & Jo MacGregor (Boneham Aged Care)

ARIES (March 21- April 20)

Lucky Colour: Cream Lucky Day: Monday

Open for business

Racing Numbers: 1.6.8.9.

Lotto Numbers: 1.15.26.34.40.22.

Important talks and heavier financial outlays. Although a successful period, success can bring a burden or two. Recognition is more likely with financial rewards later on.

TAURUS (April 21- May 20)

Lucky Colour: Yellow

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Donovans Community Centre officially unveiled by Member for Barker Tony Pasin & local officials

Last week was a big week for the close-knit Donovans community.

Racing Numbers: 7.6.2.1.

Lotto Numbers: 7.15.12.29.30.33.

Unless relationships are strongly based at this time they could break up, a lot will depend on you. Important messages are in the air and many may have to exert themselves instead of enjoying themselves.

GEMINI (May 21- June 21)

Lucky Colour: White

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Racing Numbers: 2.3.6.5.

Numbers: 2.13.30.15.22.9.

This could be a big highlight in your life. Excellent relationships with friends and loved ones can lead to more happiness, however, a tendency to overspend should be avoided.

CANCER (June 22- July 22)

Lucky Colour: Violet

Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 2.3.6.5.

Numbers: 2.13.25.40.45.33.

Love can bring lots of happiness but be very careful what you sign or you could become involved in ventures that could prove very expensive.

LEO (July 23- August 22)

Lucky Colour: Blue

Lucky Day: Friday

Racing Numbers: 5.6.1.9. Lotto Numbers: 1.15.26.29.30.11.

A vague sense of dissatisfaction although many of you could have the world by the tail. The unsatisfied lover could be about to meet the love of their life.

VIRGO (August 23- September 23)

Lucky Colour: Red

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Racing Numbers: 8.5.3.2.

Lotto Numbers: 7.9.11.16.18.35.

A stroke of unexpected good luck should lead to greater family security. Getting involved in any family disruptions will cause trouble with you and your loved ones.

LIBRA (September 24- October 23)

Lucky Colour: Orange

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 4.6.2.5. Lotto Numbers: 4.15.18.29.7.33.

Surprise contacts from friends and lovers may confuse your plans but all should end happily. Something that could have been a parting could end with a happy get together.

SCORPIO (October 24- November 22)

Lucky Colour: Yellow

Lucky Day: Thursday

Racing Numbers: 4.9.6.5.

Lotto Numbers: 4.12.26.35.9.33.

Possibility of health upsets if pressured by relationships although your love life should be fine. Short journeys might take longer than planned so check on bus, train timetables before you leave.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23- December 20)

Lucky Colour: Cream Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 4.9.5.6.

Lotto Numbers: 9.12.6.33.37.5.

Health and money seem to be related in some way, a stroke of luck can occur and someone is trying to put you down. But they could cause trouble to themselves. Most should be in a strong position to make the most of everything.

CAPRICORN (December 21- January 19)

Lucky Colour: Pink Lucky Day: Sunday

Racing Numbers: 4.6.9.5.

Numbers: 4.15.5.33.39.7.

Excellent relationships combined with some sudden luck should make this period in which wishes can come true. Romance is about to enter your life if you are looking.

AQUARIUS (January 20- February 19)

Lucky Colour: Red Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 4.9.6.2.

Lotto Numbers: 4.12.26.35.40.45.

Unwise to lend money or possessions, a good time to hold your tongue or many will speak out and look foolish. In any conflict in the family wise to side with loved ones.

PISCES (February 20- March 20)

Lucky Colour: Peach Lucky Day: Saturday

Racing Numbers: 6.9.5.2.

Lotto Numbers: 1.15.26.34.40.33.

Loss of possessions or loss of a friendship is indicated. Your own ability in money matters can bring sudden improvements if you stick to your own ideas.

OFF THE BENCH WITH HUTCHY PICKERS

It marked the official opening of the Donovans Community Centre – an almost $200,000 project which also funding play equipment at Donovans Reserve and the toilet block to include accessible amenities and a female shower.

Given the project was significantly boosted by a $100,000 grant through the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, a Coalition Federal Government initiative, Member for Barker Tony Pasin was pleased to be part of last week’s opening ceremony.

Mr Pasin said the LRCI program was unique in that it responds to expressed local needs rather than being invested via top down determined priorities and strategies.

“I’m incredibly proud of the support provided to Local Government through the LRCI Program because it’s projects like this that ensure our productive and vibrant region remains strong, resilient and prosperous in the long term,” he said. “It’s all part of ensuring that local communities remain a great place to live, work and raise a family.”

Council was pleased to also contribute approximately $33,000 towards the project and the Donovans community estimated an additional $60,000 was received by way of in-kind support, donations and voluntary labour to complete the building.

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED: right) Donovans Recreational Advisory Committee president Steve Gillett, Member for Barker Tony Pasin & District Council of Grant Mayor Kylie Boston; (centre right) the newly opened Donovans Community Centre and (bottom right) cutting the cake to celebrate the project’s completion.

World’s best to design new Hamilton Gallery

Southern Grampians Shire Council has signed a partnership agreement with the prestigious Melbourne University School of Design to advise on the new Hamilton Gallery project. This will see some of Australia’s best architects come together to advise on the project to ensure the creation of an iconic, nationally significant building, and is the next step towards developing a design brief for tender. The Melbourne Design School partners with major cultural institutions including the National Gallery of Victoria, Museums Victoria and ACMI and are currently working on international projects such as Woven City Tokyo and the new Melbourne Arts Precinct, MAP-co. The key advisors will include Dr Rory Hyde, Associate Professor in Architecture, Curatorial Design and Practice, and former Curator of Contemporary Architecture and Urbanism at the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London, and former Advisor to the Mayor of London.

Dr Hyde believes the new Hamilton Gallery has the potential to be a regional leader with National significance. “We see this project as an opportunity for Hamilton to be a national leader in regional art galleries where council will have the chance to create something which is truly exciting, inclusive and ambitious.”

Southern Grampians Shire Council Mayor Councillor David Robertson (pictured) said the new gallery and larger scale CBD project will rejuvenate cultural opportunities and enhance the civic life of the town by creating something unique for locals and visitors. “It’s really special to have such high calibre experts advising on this project,” Cr Robertson said. “This partnership will guide us in developing a new gallery that will allow us to host nationally and internationally significant exhibitions, provide viewing and interactive opportunities for the entire Southern Grampians Community, as well as providing appropriate storage for our collection of over 9000 objects.” Cr Robertson said the creation of the design brief is one of the most important stages in a project’s inception. “This piece of work is crucial in ensuring the new building matches the quality and importance of our incredible collection. The design brief sets the agenda for years ahead, through design, construction and operation.” Council voted to build a new Hamilton Gallery on its current location as part of a broader CBD Revitalisation project at the November 2022 council meeting.

Swimmer wins exceptional junior award

City of Mount Gambier & the Commercial Club combine to help young local athletes

Local swimmer Vaughn Stratford has been named the 2022 City of Mount Gambier Junior Sports Assistance Fund Exceptional Junior, receiving $1500 courtesy of the Mount Gambier Commercial Club.

The Exceptional Junior award acknowledges exceptional commitment and skills to achieve excellence in their chosen sport. The awardee is selected based on their ability to reach their fullest potential and willingness to give back to their sport.

The 15 year old Tenison Woods College student is a member of the Mount Gambier Swimming Club, diving into competitive swimming in 2015 and he is currently ranked in the top five swimmers for 50m breaststroke, and top 10 for 100m breaststroke, 50m backstroke and 100m backstroke in South Australia.

Vaughn is coming off some stunning success in the past two years including include travelling to Darwin for the Australian Country Championships, where he won two individual medals in breaststroke. He was also invited to compete at the Long Course State Open Championships, where he was

able to swim alongside some of Australia’s greatest Olympic swimmers, such as Kyle Chalmers, Matt Temple and Meg Harris.

He also thrived in front of a home crowd at Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre’s first major event, the January SA Country Swimming Championships, collecting two silver medals for the 50m and 100m breaststroke.

Of courser that level of success takes hard work as well as natural ability.

“A typical week of training consists of six pool sessions, two gym sessions with the Limestone Coast Regional Sporting Academy and one Reformer Pilates session, with RISE,” Vaughn said.

There is also the influence of coaches, fellow swimmers and the inspiration of elite swimmers guiding Vaughn as he makes his way.

“My coaches dad, Julie, and Haylea have been huge supporters of my swimming, at every training I am pushed and encouraged to be the best swimmer I can be,” Vaughn said. “Some of my fellow swim teammates have allowed

me to see a different view of swimming, and we have created a great bond. We spend a lot of time together through all the trainings and meets we have attended and it’s always good to have some great teammates around you, because it can be hard at times.

“Like any teenager growing up you have idols for many different reasons, mine are many Olympic swimmers from Australia.”

Another factor in the rise of Vaughn and other locally based swimmers is the access to the quality facilities at the newly opened Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre.

“Wulanda has been one of the greatest things that could have happened to swimming in Mount Gambier,” Vaughn said. “We are now able to train in long course and short course pools. The stateof-the-art facility, and equipment allows Mount Gambier swimmers to swim and use one of the best pools in South Australia.”

Mount Gambier Swimming Club vice president Lauren Oxdale said Vaughn was not just a talented swimmer but also a stellar teammate.

“In addition to his many swimming successes, Vaughn is committed to giving back to the sport by coaching new and younger swimmers,” Lauren said.

“Not only does he teach correct technique and provide insight into race requirements, but more importantly, he encourages swimmers to give their best.

“Vaughn leads by example, with outstanding sportsmanship, especially in the competition environment. He is very supportive of all swimmers in his club and other participants.”

The award is funded as part of an annual donation of $3000 from

the Mount Gambier Commercial Club to support junior sportspeople in the region. The 2022 award brings the Mount Gambier Commercial Club contribution to the fund to more than $46,000 over 22 years.

City of Mount Gambier Mayor Lynette Martin OAM said the fund was very grateful for the ongoing support from the Commercial Club.

“Thanks to this partnership with the fund, we have seen many local athletes supported to reach their fullest sporting potential,” the Mayor said. “We are very proud to support junior athletes to excel in their chosen sport. We wish Vaughn every success in his future.”

Speaking of the future, Vaughn has a jam packed schedule moving forward this year.

“Over the next 12 months I will continue with my training, with the aim of achieving the National qualifying times for 2024 as well as continue with my strength and conditioning programs through the Limestone Coast Regional Sporting Academy,” he said.

He will also be Ccmpeting at targeted State meets such as the

Short Course Championships, Long Course Championships, and Country Championship.

“I am also looking forward to gaining my Swim Coaching and Swim Instructor qualifications, to build on my current skills and qualifications,” Vaughn said. “I enjoy teaching and coaching swimming as I get to spend time with the younger swimmers and help build their skills and enjoyment of swimming.”

LENDING A HELPING HAND:

(Above) Exceptional Junior Awardee Vaughn Stratford (centre) with Mount Gambier Swimming Club vice president Lauren Oxlade, Mayor Lynette Martin, and Commercial Club representatives Thomas Thulborn & Leigh Dowdell.

STAR POWER: (Left) Vaughn Stratford getting Olympian Madi Wilson’s autogrpah at the recent SA Country Swimming Championships at Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre

Ideal Mothers Day Gift

Best mates living life in the fast lane

And while Matt enjoys the opportunity to get a front row seat to all the action of Formula 1, Rob equally enjoys relaxing in Mount Gambier and with wife Kathryn in tow on the most recent trip, the couples played tourist, taking in the Blue Lake, Port MacDonnell, dinner at The Barn and the Coonawarra wine region, among the sights and sounds of the Limestone Coast.

“He loves coming to Australia,” Matt said. “It is important for his work as the engineers get a lot of data from the first race of the year that they can use for the rest of the season and he loves being in Melbourne, visiting Mount Gambier. He usually comes to our home for two or three nights before the Grand Prix and just having some time to relax.”

He has also built a relationship with local motor racing hero Peter Gazzard

Rob’s father was an engineer and Matt said even from a young age, Rob was always tinkering with something.

“He was always interested in engineering type things, always doing projects at school and he was re-building classic cars with his dad at home” Matt said.

One of his childhood projects was a 1930 AJS motorcycle that he received in two tea chests of parts for his 16th birthday and had to figure out how to reconstruct it.

ROTARY HEADLIGHT & TYRE CHECK

MOUNT GAMBIER, MILLICENT & BORDERTOWN

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Mount Gambier’s Matt and Ilana Adam spent the 2023 Australian Grand Prix rubbing shoulders with the premier team taking to the track in the past couple of seasons – Red Bull Racing - courtesy of a friendship that dates back to when Matt was seven years old growing up in the English town of Taunton.

Matt is best mates with Rob Marshall, a Formula One engineer, currently in the top job at the allconquering Red Bull team, that has master minded a number of driver’s world championships, as well as constructors’ championship titles since joining what was then Benetton in the late 1990s, starting what has been an almost three decade association with the sport.

“We met at school when we were seven and realised we lived only a few doors down from each other in the same town and we stayed friends all the way through school and have been best mates ever since,” Matt said.

“We have always kept in touch, we were best man at each other’s

wedding, we go on holidays together and we catch up every year when he comes to Australia for the Grand Prix.”

Their friendship was built on a mutual love of rugby and cricket and both will be eagerly following England’s fortunes in the upcoming Ashes series, where Matt is backing ‘Baz Ball’ against his adopted

homeland, the Australians. And there is, in fact, a small group of five from those school days on the rugby field and cricket oval that have stayed in touch over the years, with Matt and Rob heading to Sydney to visit another one of the mates from that strong friendship group, post the 2023 Australian Grand Prix.

After completing university in Cardiff, Rob literally became a rocket scientist, working in the aerospace department for Rolls Royce, before the need for a change of direction saw Rob secure that role at Benetton, which was eventually taken over by Renault in the early 2000s, eventually rising to Head of Mechanical Design.

It was in 2005 when Rob first reached the pinnacle with the first of his Driver’s and Constructors’ Championship titles with Fernando Alonso in the driver’s seat.

Always on the hunt for a new challenge, he eventually crossed to Red Bull racing.

For the past two seasons he has again found himself at the top end of the competition with Max Verstappen taking out the past two driver’s championships and Red Bull adding another constructors’ championship last season.

“He is a man in demand, teams are always hunting around for his services,” Matt said.

CELEBRATING FRIENDSHIP & SUCCESS: Red Bull chief engineer Rob Marshall & Mount Gambier’s Matt Adam at the 2023 Australian Grand Prix

SHOWCASING THE REGION: (Top left) Kathryn Marshall, Matt Adam, Rob Marshall & Ilana Adam

FORMULA 1 CHAMPIONS: (Bottom

COONAWARRA AFTER DARK VARIOUS CELLAR DOORS

COONAWARRA

April 14 & 15

RIVOLI BAY JETTIES JUNIOR FISHING COMPETITION BEACHPORT

April 17 - 27

(Presentation on April 28)

LEGENDS MASTER TOURNAMENT BLUE LAKE SPORTS PARK MOUNT GAMBIER

April 21 - 23

MOUNT BURR & TANTANOOLA LADIES NIGHT TWILIGHT FOOTBALL MATCH & MOUNT BURR

April 22

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“...he is a man in demand, teams are always hunting around for his services...” Matt Adam

exploring the Coonawarra.

left) Rob Marshall (second from right) with Formula 1 world champions Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen & his first ever world champion driver Fernando Alonso

There is a stronger connection between Mount Gambier and the high octane world of Formula 1 than most people would realise and unlike many of these sometimes flimsy connections, this one is anything but tenuous.

“...he was always interested in engineering type things, always doing projects at school and he was re-building classic cars with his dad at home...” Matt Adam

“...we have always kept in touch, we were best man at each other’s wedding, we go on holidays together and we catch up every year when he comes to Australia for the Grand Prix...” Matt Adam

Fundraising efforts making a difference

Local hospice services continue to garner strong financial support from the wider community

The money was raised thanks to the inaugural Key 2 Kindness Charity Ball last year and at the end of last month that fundraising effort saw the cuddle bed, the project for which the proceeds were earmarked, being installed in the Mount Gambier Hospital

palliative care ward.

The charity ball was supported by 135 people and easily exceeded its original target of $25,000 by easily topping the $30,000 mark.

Key 2 Sale Real Estate is the business that set up the Key 2 Kindness Foundation and principal Gail Richards and business development manager Ali Villani were on hand to see the cuddle bed in its new home.

The Key 2 Kindness Charity Ball had a specific goal - $25,000 for the purchase of a cuddle bed (pictured right) – and they exceeded that goal, easily topping the $30,000 mark.

“The charity ball was our first of many missions to provide greater

Caramelised chicken & noodles

1 bunch choy sum

70g rice vermicelli noodles

1 tbsp peanut oil

600g chicken thigh fillets, excess fat trimmed, cut into 3cm pieces

3 tsp finely grated fresh ginger

3 garlic cloves, crushed

70g (1/4 cup) tomato paste

45g (1/4 cup, lightly packed) brown sugar

1 tbsp light soy sauce

1 tbsp Chinese cooking wine

1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves, plus extra leaves, to serve

2 green shallots, trimmed, thinly sliced

Method

Remove the stems from the choy sum and coarsely chop. Set aside. Cut the leaves into thirds. Place the leaves and the noodles in a heatproof bowl. Pour over enough boiling water to cover. Set aside for 7 minutes to soak. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wok over high heat. Add half the chicken. Cook, turning halfway, for 5 minutes or until golden. Use tongs to transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining chicken. Add the choy sum stems, ginger and garlic to the wok. Stir-fry for 1 minute or until aromatic. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring often, for 1 minute. Add 80ml (1/3 cup) water and stir to combine. Add the brown sugar and simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened slightly. Return the chicken to the wok along with the soy sauce and wine. Simmer, stirring often, for 20 minutes or until the sauce is thick and syrupy. Add the drained noodles and leaves. Use tongs to toss until well combined. Toss through the chopped coriander and half the shallot. Place on a serving platter and sprinkle with remaining shallot and extra coriander leaves to serve.

services within our hospital, ensure we can continue the In-Home Palliative Care Service and one day in the future secure government funding for our own local hospice,” Gail said. “Our loved ones, experiencing terminal illness and end of life care, deserve the very best of facilities regardless of where we live.”

The In Home Hospice Care (IHHC) Mount Gambier, which is currently desperately searching for a sustainable funding stream to continue servicing its clients, has also enjoyed a boost courtesy of a fundraising afternoon tea held at the end of last month.

Lois Bayre, who is the unofficial queen of fundraising afternoon teas, having long been the force behind the Biggest Morning

Tea event in Mount Gambier, turned her attention to the local hospice service and the result was outstanding.

The event, which was held at Casadio Park and included a fashion parade and auction, raised almost $11,000.

HOSPICE AFTERNOON TEA

FUNDRAISER: (Top left) Organisers Maureen Klintberg & Lois Bayre and (bottom left) a packed casadio park enjoys the fashion parade.

CUDDLE BED PRESENTATION:

(Above) Director of Nursing Karen Hales (Director of Nursing); Key 2 Sale principal Gail Richards & Key 2 Sale business development manager Ali Villani

Going blue for prostate cancer awareness

Saints Netball Club hands donation to support group

Saints Netball Club has handed over a $300 donation to the Limestone Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group after raising the funds at the club’s annual Blue Day.

It was the first time the club, which competes in the Mount Gambier Netball Association, has been able to hold what had become a regular fundraiser since 2019.

It saw the Mount Gambier Netball Association resembling a sea of blue as all clubs got into the spirit of the day, adding touches of blue to their game day apparel.

Saints committee and members worked very hard behind the scenes to cook up a storm and held a good old fashioned cake stall along with running a raffle on the day.

This effort has enabled the club to donate the $300 proceeds to the Limestone Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group.

Saints Netball Club would like to thank all the businesses and individuals who donated items for their raffle, along with the generous donations for the cake stall and to everyone who supported our fundraiser on the day.

The club is now in preparation for this years Blue Day and look forward to raising more awareness for this disease that affects so many families in our community.

Limestone Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group’s Malcolm Porter was grateful to receive the kind donation to allow the group to continue to provide vital support

for prostate cancer sufferers and their families.

CHECQUE HANDOVER: Saints Netball Club’s Paige Carter hands over the $300 donation to the Limestone Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group’s Malcolm Porter with the help of Nicole Forrest & Scarlett Carter

The world’s youngest tenor is headed to the region on tour

Vital community asset upgrade secures funding

Stand Like Stone Foundation helps bankroll City Band Hall overdue roof replacement project

The reincarnation of Mount Gambier’s City Band Hall has continued courtesy of a much needed community grant from the Stand Like Stone Foundation to replace the roof.

Interior refurbishment, technology upgrades and a stunning mural are just some of the other redevelopments that have rejuvenated the once-tired Pick venue facility. Originally constructed in 1965, the hall has now been completely upgraded and renovated inside in recent years however, the roof remained as the original placement.

legendary acts.

With two tributes in one show, he will lend his exquisite vocals to the most beloved hits of Mario Lanza in Act One, following interval with a tribute to The Three Tenors in Act Two.

Having caught national attention when he appeared as a 15-year-old on Australia’s Got Talent, then going on to win the competition, Mark Vincent’s career to date has been a series of extraordinary highs and he has grown into one of the world’s most remarkable tenors.

“Mario Lanza, in my humble opinion was one of the greatest voices of the twenty-first century.,”

States President George Bush along with Frank Sinatra, and many other performers that day. It made me as a young boy realise that I wanted to follow in these tenors’ footsteps; that day inspired me to become a tenor. “In this show you can expect a variety of different songs from arias to classic ballads, as well as musical theatre numbers that the tenors performed throughout their respective careers. These are songs that the audience will love and know.”

PERFORMANCE DETAILS: Mark Vincent Hamilton Performing Arts Centre Sunday, June 25 June 2pm

Last winter created some critical situations as rain breached several areas including the kitchen and music library causing major concerns to those using the facility, resulting in several expensive repairs being undertaken however the management committee was strongly advised the roof urgently needed to be replaced.

With numerous music groups utilising the facility each week it was considered imperative by the management committee that action be taken urgently to remedy the situation before winter rains again arrived to exacerbate the problems.

As is the case with any community group the costs involved were difficult to consider, particularly after the lean years

COVID-19 brought upon us all, so an application was made to Stand Like Stone for some assistance to add to the reserve funds the band needed to allocate to the project.

The management committee, band members and groups who utilise the facility feel fortunate indeed to have had the support of a group like Stand Like Stone that assist when a need such as this arises.

Tenants can now be assured the building will be secure and remain a serviceable and welcoming environment for decades into the future with the completion of this

Reconciliation plan in place at another Glenelg Shire kindergarten

The Glenelg Shire’s youngest will continue to be taught with a focus on reconciliation, with another shire managed Kindergarten implementing its own Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Kalbarri Kindergarten, located in Portland’s west, have recently launched their Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). The strategic document focuses on building community connections, fostering respect within the classroom and ensuring reconciliation and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander current affairs are integrated into the curriculum. The service is now the fifth Children’s Service managed by Glenelg Shire Council which has its own RAP.

“We’re proud to launch another RAP for one of our early learning centres, and we thank the Kalbarri Kindergarten team, families and broader community for all their efforts in putting this important document together,” said Glenelg Shire Acting Children’s Services Manager Shelley Bourke.

“Reconciliation is an ongoing journey - we understand the importance of working in partnerships

with First Nations people to get a greater understanding and appreciation of their culture and values.

“This document will guide Kalbarri Kindergarten’s commitments over the next 12 months. This ranges from curriculum planning, to how the Kinder recognises important events such as National Reconciliation Week and teaching the origin and meanings behind the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags.

“Overall, we hope to increase our inclusive learning environment whereby our Shire’s youngest can acknowledge and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions.”

A copy of Kalbarri Kindergarten’s RAP can be accessed online via the Narragunnawali website.

RECONCILIATION PLAN LAUNCHED: Taylan Kennedy, Carly Thompson & Sophie Plowman Hintz

project.

The management committee now needs to recover financially from this expensive exercise so will be planning to run some activities in the near future to restore some of the funds needed to ensure everyone can function confidently into the future.

As an iconic part of the South East community the band, which has existed since 1895, is working to ensure it is functioning in every respect to serve its wider community well into the distant future.

Opera goes cabaret

Huge coup for Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival

State Opera South Australia will be heading to Penola for this year’s Arts Festival in May, in an exciting coup for regional audiences.

Under the umbrella of G&S FEST, State Opera performers

Rosie Hosking (above left) and Rod Schultz (above right), accompanied by Penny Cashman, will present a special Cabaret style performance in Rymill Hall, taking the audience on a quirky, madcap and sentimental journey through the songs and times of Gilbert and Sullivan.

Titled Here’s a How-de-do, the one-off performance is set to recreate zany characters from

the famous operettas The Mikado, Pirates of Penzance and H.M.S. Pinafore amongst others.

According to Penola Coonwarra Arts Festival Opera Event coordinator Peter Muller the addition of the State Opera performance to the arts festival program is exciting for regional audiences and testament to the strong reputation of the Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival.

“Festival audiences have always embraced an opera style performance as part of the program, and we are thrilled this year to be welcoming the State’s leading Opera company to our town,” said Mr Muller. “It

presents an exciting opportunity for audiences to enjoy a world-class performance right here in Penola as part of our wonderful Festival,” he added.

The performance on Thursday, May 18, marks the Opening Night of the four-day Festival, with the prestigious John Shaw Neilson Acquisitive Art Prize announcement being held at the Penola High School beforehand. Guests will be presented with a glass of sparkling on arrival and are invited to BYO drinks and nibbles to the Cabaret style seating event in Penola’s Rymill Hall. Tickets available through www.artsfestival. com.au or www.gandsfest.com.au

Acclaimed acoustic duo headed to the region

Naracoorte & Bordertown part of SA regional tour

Punjabi Australian singer and dancer

Parvyn Singh and multi-instrumentalist

Josh Bennett combine stunning virtuosity with warm harmonies, melody and groove on this musical journey from bluegrass to Brazil, via India.

The duo is heading Naracoorte and Borderotnw this month aspart of their regional South Australian tour.

Together they will be performing songs from Parvyn’s recently released ‘Best World Music’ ARIA nominated album ‘Sa’ interspersed with traditional and contemporary material covering a wide array of genres from jazz, pop, classical Indian and folk.

Parvyn’s breath-taking voice has captured the hearts of audiences around the world touring globally from a young age with her father Dya Singh then as lead vocalist in

Bollywood psychedelic rock band

The Bombay Royale.

From having played sitar at Ravi Shankar’s house to supporting Jeff Beck, Josh’s mastery at the sitar and guitar provides a rich tapestry of sound over which to soar in this exciting presentation where Indian classical meets western style.

Join this acclaimed acoustic duo for a night of world-class

musicianship immersed in a reflective world of different cultures and perspectives.

Bon voyage party for the Limestone Coast’s shorebirds

Recently an interactive guided tour of Fox Lake at Robe paid homage to our Limestone Coast departing migratory shorebirds for another year.Many species of shorebird spend the end of Summer and Autumn fattening up to fly 12,000 kilometres to the other side of the world non-stop for nine days. Our ability to care for their habitat, which provides food and safe havens for nesting and raising young, ensures their survival. We are important custodians whilst the birds are with us, and awaiting their return.

Accompanied by Our Coorong | Our Coast Project Officer Robbie Andrew and First Nations Elder Uncle Doug Nicholls (pictured above inset left), locals, tourists and bird enthusiasts celebrated the joy of the birds. Participants learnt some bird facts and distinguishing features, discovered macrofauna food in the outlet and painted their very own bird to add to the Limestone Coast Flock.

Polar pioneer set to be celebrated at two Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival events

Patrons at this year’s Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival will have the opportunity to learn about the early polar explorations of Penola’s John Riddoch Rymill.

The Penola Cultural Association will host the event in conjunction with Rymill’s grandson, John, and as part of a plan to commemorate the life and achievements of the late, local polar explorer for its next major project.

Association chairman Rick Paltridge said Rymill’s feats of endurance and sheer bravery hadcaptured the imagination of the group.

“He’s been widely recognised in international exploration circles, yet not much is known about him in Australia,” Mr Paltridge said.

“We are enthralled by his story; from growing up on the family farming property and learning bush skills that would eventually aid him in expeditions

to Greenland, Canada and his penultimate voyage as the Australian leader of the British Graham Land Expedition to Antarctica that took place

BACKGROUND

between 1934 and 1937..

“We have been working with the Rymill family on something very special for this year’s Arts Festival, and we also want to whet the appetite of locals regarding our forthcoming major project.”

Two, free, sessions presented by Rymill’s grandson, John Rymill, will be offered in the program on Friday, May 19 (5-6.30pm) and Saturday, May 20 (11am-3pm).

There will also be the opportunity to purchase signed copies of ‘John Rymill - Polar Pioneer’ from Mr Rymill’s son –author and historian - Peter Rymill, who will attend the sessions.

The association (previously known as the Penola Cultural Trust) has been responsible for four previous projects that celebrate the eminence of former local residents: Alexander Cameron Jnr., John Shaw Nielson, Will Ogilvy and Adam Lindsay Gordon.

It was the association who initiated the fundraising for the bronze sculptures that now take pride of place in the main street of Penola.

Planning their own future

Students embrace regional environmental leaders program

Members of the next generation are learning to value the landscape of the Limestone Coast with a year long program offered by the Limestone Coast Landscape Board.

Landscape education coordinator Damien Bickley said, it was pleasing to see so many local students interested in learning more about the environment, and how they can make a positive impact on the future.

“Enabling children to work together to promote the environment within their school community has powerful results,” Mr Buckley said. “Creating change in school communities and caring for our landscape empowers others to think sustainably about our environment.”

The first event of the Young Environmental Leaders Program (YELP) was held at Naracoorte Caves recently.

By exploring environmental issues, students from each of the twenty one primary schools participating have decided on their sustainability project. Students will work on their projects throughout the year, to implement at their school and encourage their peers to adopt also.

Kylan from Newbery Park Primary School said his project idea is to plant flowers and trees and other plants in the landscape where it needs a bit more love. “I can’t wait to watch them grow, creating habitat for animals in our landscape.”

The Limestone Coast Landscape Board supports environmental education within our region and congratulates the participating schools’ commitment to student environmental learning.

LESSONS MOVE TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS: (Above) Landscape education coordinator Damien Bickley encourages students to share their environmental project ideas with the group.

INSPIRED STUDENTS: (Below) Students brainstorm their project ideas to implement at their school this year.

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“...enabling children to work together to promote the environment within their school community has powerful results...” Damien Bickley (Landscape education coordinator)

“...I can’t wait to watch them grow, creating habitat for animals in our landscape..” Kylan

(Newbery Park student)

ACROSS

1) Farm baby

5) Excessively ornate

11) Twice, in music

14) No-wind location, nautically

15) “Thelma &___”

16) Sixth sense

17) ‘70s fashion statement

19) Flock’s place

20) Various potting soils, essentially 21) George of the Baseball Hall of Fame

23) Caribbean island 26) “Maja” paintings 27) “___, vegetable or mineral?”

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Making life easier for local school students

United Way Glenelg hands out Back to School vouchers

United Way Glenelg in partnership with South West Community Foundation and FRRR is proud of its latest initiative to assist vulnerable families reduce the burden of preparing for the new school year.

Eligible families received vouchers worth $50 to purchase essential school items, including uniforms and school supplies.

United Way Glenelg executive officer Nicole Carr said they know that for many families, the cost of back-to-school supplies can be a real challenge.

1) Place for a trapped rat?

2) Brown brew

3) Actor Gibson

4) Hag

5) Kind of arrangement

6) Gambling involving pingpong

balls

7) Double plays yield two

8) Bravo or Lobo

9) Beliefs, for short 10) Do architectural work

11) Finger-cymbal clanger

12) “___ a Darkness” (Johnny Cash cover) 13) Practices boxing 18) Stomach soother, briefly 22) Any day now 23) Kind of lily 24) Group that might strike

Start a boxing round

Became ashen

Cupid, to Greeks

Make a small boat move

School singing club

Frontiersman Daniel

“This collaboration will help relieve the financial strain often experienced by families at the beginning of the school year and ensure that all children in the community have the resources they need to succeed in their education,” Mrs Carr said.

According to Sue Reiffel, who is the Leading Teacher at Portland Primary School, they have received only positive feedback about the Back to School Vouchers, and their families have expressed gratitude for receiving them.

One carer expressed their immense appreciation for the vouchers, as it has helped them significantly, according to John Webb, Assistant Principal from

Casterton Secondary College.

“United Way Glenelg firmly believes that every child deserves an equal opportunity to succeed in school, irrespective of their family’s financial circumstances,” Mrs Carr said.

United Way Glenelg worked directly with all primary and secondary schools in the Shire to

ensure those who need it the most are accessing the vouchers. In total $3750 worth of vouchers have been made available for families.

This initiative is part of United Way Glenelg’s ongoing efforts to make a positive impact on the lives of people in the community through their education pillar.

New sponsor jumps on board Stand Like Stone

Lucindale business supports community foundation

Leading the pack

“Golly gee whiz!”

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“Acid” drug

Stand Like Stone Foundation CEO Roger Babolka was plesaed to be able to announce a new sponsor at the April Board meeting with Trans Australian Livestock and Freight Management joining the Stane Like Stone Foundation team.

“We’re very pleased to have Trans Australian Freight come on board as a major supporter of the foundation,” Mr Babolka said.

“This is a strategic partnership, as it not only demonstrates Trans Australian Freight’s commitment to charitable giving, but it supports the foundation in creating stronger, more resilient, and prosperous communities in the Limestone Coast.”

Trans Australian Livestock and Freight Management is a Lucindale based business that commenced operations back in 1986.

Since then, it’s continued to develop into an operation that has facilities throughout South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales.

Its range of services has also expanded over that time to now include livestock transport and general freight, fresh produce transport, bulk haulage, warehousing and regional distribution activities.

Trans Australian Freight managing director Damian Thornhill said they’d known about

Stand Like Stone for some time now and have always been impressed by what they’ve been able to achieve for the Limestone Coast.

“Trans Australian Freight has always supported its local community in various ways since the very beginning, but with supporting the foundation, we’re now able to do more for the whole Limestone Coast,” Mr Thornhill said.

“It’s our way of giving back to the community which has

supported us over our journey.”

“The foundation has been fortunate enough to be well supported with local sponsorship from the very beginning, including our seven local councils and many local businesses, such as Ray Scott Transport and Noel Barr Toyota,” Mr Babolka said.

“This type of support is, and always will be, critical to our ability in providing the level of assistance we need to provide for this region.”

“...this type of support is, and always will be, critical to our ability in providing the level of assistance we need to provide for this region...” Roger Babolka (Stand Like Stone Foundation CEO)

Time for a behind the scenes look at vintage

Coonawarra After Dark events return this weekend

Coonawarra resurrected its Vintage Launch this year and this weekend the vintage celebrations continue with the time honoured Coonawarra After Dark events – a weekend program now in its 18th year.

The centrepiece of the celebrations is, as they have been since the inaugural event, the DiGiorgio Family Wines Vintage Stomp.

Kicking off at 5pm, DiGiorgio Family Wines will be a hive of activity Friday night, with wine, food, live music and family fun all on offer with e Vintage Stomp getting underway at 6.30pm.

Teams can still register for the Vintage Stomp – an opportunity to raise $1000 for local community group, sporting club or charity – by heading to www.digiorgio.com.au

and following the links.

Saturday it is party time at Raidis

Estate as Chris’ Charcoal Grill fires up, along with beer, wine, cider and live music so book your tickets

Spicy pork noodles

75g fresh wheat noodles

2 tsp sesame oil

1½ cups (375ml) Chicken Stock

1/3 cup (80ml) soy sauce

¼ cup Chinese black vinegar (or cider vinegar)

2 tbsp crunchy peanut butter

1 tsp sambal oelek (optional)

2 tbsp peanut oil

1 tbsp finely grated ginger

3 garlic cloves, crushed

700g pork mince

1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns (from Asian grocers), coarsely ground

2 tbsp hoisin sauce

at www.raidis.com.au

Bus transfers from Mount Gambier will also be available. Coonawarra After Dark was a concept built around a behind the scenes peek at vintage and with the later start to vintage in 2023, patrons will be able to see harvesters in action as they head to the Friday or Saturday night events.

Coonawarra Vignerons events and marketing officer Heidi Guyett said they were also hopeful Victorians heading to Gather Round in Adelaide might swing past the vintage celebrations on the way.

2 tbsp Chinese rice wine (Shaoxing)

Chopped roasted peanuts, to serve Garlic chives, to serve

Red chilli, to serve

Spring onion, to serve

Method

Cook noodles in a large saucepan of boiling water according to packet instructions, then drain, reserving 1/3 cup (80ml) cooking water. Return to the pan, add sesame oil and toss to coat. Combine stock, soy sauce, vinegar, peanut butter and sambal oelek (if using) in a bowl. Heat peanut oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat, add ginger and garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add mince and Sichuan pepper and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, for 7 minutes or until well browned. Deglaze pan with hoisin and wine, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to low, add stock mixture and simmer for 2 minutes. Add noodles and reserved water and stir to combine. Serve topped with peanuts, chives, chilli and spring onion.

Apprentice & trainee excellence rewarded

Group Training Employment honours the best in the business in 2022

(GTE) held its annual Apprentice and Trainee of the Year Awards presentation at the Mount Gambier Bowls Club last week.

The awards recognise the outstanding efforts of apprentices and trainees employed by GTE last year. GTE general manager and emcee Greg Megaw welcomed the crowd of more than 80 guests before handing over to GTE Board chair Ray Herbert.

Mr Herbert congratulated all in attendance for the role they play in helping the award winners in achieving the success that we were gathered that night to celebrate.

“Without obstacles and changing circumstances we lack challenge, and the last 12 months had seen its fair share of both, but all involved had met the challenge and succeeded,” Mr Herbert said. “The award winners, their families, their host employers, the GTE Board and staff, all having different roles and coming together as a team, building our community. Completing a qualification is an invaluable tool for life and provides a great opportunity to become the next generation of employers and community leaders.”

Ben Hood MLC attended the event, taking the opportunity to speak about his experience as an apprentice himself and the vital role employers play in providing opportunities in our region for people to undertake an apprenticeship or traineeship. The service that GTE provides to apprentices, trainees and their host employers, supporting them through the process and giving everyone the best chance for success in building skills and gaining a qualification that will set them up for life.

Construction Industry Training Board director workforce, skills and training Toni Hartley was also

workers in their chosen industry.

She highlighted that the CITB’s dedication to vocational programs in schools continues to expand, including students from Year 7 to Year 12.

She spoke about the strong role Group Training Employment has in running these programs across the Limestone Coast and employing Apprentices in the South Australian construction industry, considering GTE to be demonstrating best practice and leading the way while also recognising the loyalty and support shown to GTE by their host Eemployers and the strong relationships between all parties.

This year’s awards presentation also saw the introduction of the Host Employer of the Year Award.

GTE highly values the relationships it shares with its host employers and in co-operation with Regional Development Australia – Limestone Coast are proud to offer the award to recognise the efforts of host employers, with RDA Limestone Coast Board member Lew Parsons presenting.

PHOTOS:

1. Host Employer of the Year Award – Water Dynamics: Lew Parsons (RDA Limestone Coast Board Member), Chris Music & Wendy Cook (Water Dynamics), Rosie French (GTE). Sponsored by Regional Development Australia –Limestone Coast

2. 1st Year Apprentice of the Year –Jack Domaschenz: Damian Radley (GTE), Jack Domaschenz, Garry Halleday (Hallecon Construction)

Sponsored by GT Industrial Sales

3. 2nd Year Apprentice of the Year – Jonah Lovett: Brody Sharam (Brody’s Bricks), Jonah Lovett, Bob Sandow (Mount Gambier Safety Supplies), Damian Radley (GTE)

Sponsored by Mount Gambier Safety Supplies

4. 3rd Year Apprentice of the Year

– Dylan Fishpool: Damian Radley (GTE), Anthony Sneath (Mount Plumbing Service), Dylan Fishpool, Lachlan Wookey (People’s Choice Credit Union). Sponsored by People’s Choice Credit Union

5. 4th Year Apprentice of the Year – Caleb Casey: Lyndal & Matt Johns (Matt Johns Plumbing), Caleb Casey, Sonya Habets (K&B Mitre10), Lincoln Hannett (GTE) Sponsored by K&B Mitre10

6. Trainee of the Year – Jemima Puust: Rosie French (GTE), Ray

Herbert (GTE Board Chair), Debbie Vaughan (UFS Chemist), Sarah Puust (Jemima’s Mother), Amelia Hancock (UFS Chemist). Sponsored by Group Training Employment

7. Trainee of the Year – Mark Hall: Kyle Gleed (GTE), Tim Manterfield (Greyhound Racing SA), Mark Hall, Samuel Taylor (ANZ). Sponsored by ANZ

8. Building Trades Apprentice of the Year – Raffaele Palma: Toni Hartley (CITB), Raffaele Palma, Marcus Hawthorne (Hawthorne Builders), Ivan Stuchbery (GTE). Sponsored

by Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)

9. Engineering Excellence Award – Dylan Pfitzner: Damian Radley (GTE), Jake Clare, Leon Thomson (ThomsonBilt). Sponsored by BOC Gas & Gear

ON THE COVER: Ian Giles Memorial Award: Hannah Nitschke: Kyle Gleed (GTE), Ray Herbert (GTE Board Chair), Hannah Nitschke, Mercia Lowe & Jo MacGregor (Boneham Aged Care). Sponsored by Group Training Employment

MT GAMBIER

Determined to go one better

Lucy Denton looking to lead South Australia to national title

Having spent her formative years as a netballer at the Millicent Netball Club, Lucy Denton is no stranger to success. She has a trophy cabinet full of premiership medals from 13 & Under through to A Grade and there is also best on court medallions and association best and fairest trophies.

But Lucy (pictured right at Garville’s season launch & below with silver medal from 2022 national championships) is an athlete on a mission as part of South Australia’s 19 & Under State netball team competing at the national championships in Darwin this week after the same team, of which Lucy has been vice captain for the 2022 and this year’s campaign, fell just short of gold last year.

“We are so hungry to win it this year being so close and not being able to finish the week last year with a gold medal did hurt and I look back at that week and that game taking away so many learnings,” Lucy said.

“Lucky for a few of us from last year’s team we are able to have another crack at it again which we are all so excited and ready for.”

And being part of the leadership team again means Lucy has been looking to lead the way for the 2023 campaign.

“I have tried to lead the way by giving 100% all the time on and off

the court,” Lucy said.

It is a work ethic learnt from one of the best – her mother Donna Denton – and while Lucy is grateful for the grounding she was able to gain from her mother, she has also enjoyed hearing new voices as she looks to make her mark at the elite level.

“Obviously everyone that knows me knows how much my mum has had an impact on my netball so far and I’m so grateful for her and what she has taught me,” she said.

“It was an easy transition from being coached by mum to then being coached by the Garville coaches. They were very welcoming and made me feel at home.”

Lucy’s 19 & Under State coach Amanda Shattock has had a huge influence on Lucy through her State representative career over the past five years.

“She is definitely one of those coaches that brings out the best in people,” she said. “The other person that has had an influence on my netball is Jenny Borlase. She was my SASI coach when I

first moved to Adelaide and was someone that believed in me as a player from the get go and seen something in me as a player that I didn’t see in myself.”

Lucy has also benefited from her first full season playing in both the Premier League and reserves competition in 2022 – the increase in intensity has forced her to continually develop her own game.

“I’ve always strived to play at a high standard and every game at this level feels like you’re playing a grand final,” she said.

“I feel as the intensity is so high you just have to be on top of your game all the time and I think with that comes consistency and I think towards the end of that season that’s where I saw the most improvement of being consistent in how I play.”

The preparation for the nationals has not been smooth sailing with the 19 & Under team as the team has battled injuries but the chance to be part of the Premier League Pre-Season Cup at the

beginning of this month, gave the team a chance to really blow out the cobwebs and work on combinations.

“Everyone was able to hit the court and get so consistent game time and I think everything just started to come together.”

Annelise is ready to be a shooting star

Former Millicent premiership player headed to national championships

It was all new for Annelise Janssen in 2022 as she embarked on her first experience at a national championships as part of the South Australian 17 & under State netball team.

This week, as she heads to Darwin as part of the same team, she knows what to expect and she also has some more elite training and match play under her belt after relocating to Adelaide last year to attend Westminster School, as well as pursuing her netball.

Of course, Annelise had a strong grounding, plying her trade as a junior at the Millicent Netball Club, representing Western Border at SA Country Championships and being part of multiple premiership teams, including the 17 & under and A Reserve titles last season.

“When I look back at my time at

the Millicent Netball Club and my involvement in the Western Border competition, it developed me not only as a player and a person, but also a mentor,”

Annelise said. “Millicent provided me with an opportunity to extend my playing abilities by allowing me to play seniors. Due to this, I learnt so much more about the game and how to handle physical defenders. Being able to stand strong and push myself on these defenders is what I love about the goal shooter position the most.”

For those who saw Annelise the first time she hit a court are all too aware the work that has gone into her career thus far – from both her early coaches including Donna Denton, as well as the work Annelise, herself, put in.

“There were setbacks I had, as when I was young, I struggled with my co-ordination and confidence,” Annelise said.

“However, my family and the club supported me and continued providing me with opportunities to improve my skills. This allowed me to build resilience, which is an important skill I take into every training session.”

Annelise also developed to the point where she took on a coaching role with the club and she believes this has also helped her develop as a netballer.

“The young girls I coached inspired my research project, because I was intrigued with young athlete mindsets and what needs to be in a team environment in order for the young girls to be successful,” she said. “What I found I now can apply to every member of a team I am a part of , whether

this role is a captaining role in a netball team, or a peer in class, and it allows me to support everyone and be a mentor if anyone requires it.”

The move to Adelaide has exposed Annelise to even more high level coaching and she has thrived in the new environment.

“I am extremely fortunate enough to now have my development overseen by multiple coaches,” Annelise said. “Kirsty LeonardDown is the head coach at Garville, and her experience combined with Cassie Martin’s allows me to see the game with a different perspective, which I can implement into my games and continue to improve beyond what I thought I could.”

She is also learning from her Westminster coach Lani Miller, while her State coaches Peta Maher and Cassie Martin

continue to push her fitness and help me build a fierce mentality out on court.

“It has definitely increased my versatility in the goal circle and I have practised my long range shots so that would not become a weakness for defenders to exploit, and they have helped me practice my circle movement, not to just be a holding shooter,” Annelise said. “As I am a year older, my physical capabilities in terms of strength have increased, and with targeted training sessions in the gym and on court, I am more confident in my fitness and when I take high passes in the air. I am now looking to further develop my fitness so I can play in goal attack, and to also increase my vertical jump, because height is most definitely not everything in elite netball.”

Conjuring this improvement has come on the back of a busy training schedule since moving to Adelaide.

“I play club netball at Garville Netball Club in their Premier League squad, which currently entails four netball trainings a week - two gym sessions, one court session and one Pilates and running session,” Annelise said. There has also been the weekly Sunday training with the State team and she utilises the quality facilities at Westminster to add in cardio sessions and weighted conditioning sessions.

“Time management used to be something I struggled with, however, being disciplined and using exercise as my break allowed me to change my mindset,” she said. “Instead of saying ‘I never have any time to

do school work, why do I have to go to netball training?’ I trained myself to get my work done early, so therefore I ‘deserve’ the break exercise provides, and I can focus on pushing myself further every session. Because of this change in mindset, I can still achieve high grades in school without getting burnt out.”

And her Adelaide move is as much about her school work and social life as it is her netball.

“ I really enjoy it at Westminster, because I get to meet other people from rural areas and learn their story and build connections with the day school students,” Annelise said. “I can challenge myself academically in my Stage 2 subjects and physically by being involved in the school netball team. I settled into Adelaide nicely, as I applied myself in school and always pushed myself at netball trainings for club and school.

“You have to build a positive environment around yourself a school.! You get out what you put in, and due to this I was able to make the most out of boarding school last year and will continue to do so this year.”

Build your dream home in Naracoorte

Eucalypt Estate – Bates Lane, Naracoorte

DECLUTTERING THE KIDS BEDROOM

Want to find more space in your kids’ bedrooms - you can always start with a good clean out. Get rid of broken toys; socks without pairs, shabby stuffed animals; shoes that don’t fit; books they don’t read anymore. Sometimes it might be best to take things away temporarily and if they are not missed, then get rid of them permanently.

Pet Care

Would you like to build your dream home close to the town centre, then look no further! Eucalypt Estate offers affordable allotments walking distance to the main street, close to schools and sporting facilities. Naracoorte is home to a vibrant and thriving rural economy, boasting enormous community pride. It is the type of town where children can ride their bikes around, enjoy the free swimming lake in summer and participate in many of the local sports on offer. Providing good shopping and several schooling options, a 30 minute drive to the Coonawarra wine region, an hour from the beach and Mount Gambier, Naracoorte is the perfect place to call home.

Eucalypt Estate offers:

• For Sale - allotments 17, 20, 21, 22, 25 & 31

• Blocks ranging from 540m2 – 663m2

• Excellent level building allotments

• Power, NBN, water and town sewerage to the boundary

• No encumbrances

• Standard footings (soil report available)

• House and land packages available

The estate boasts a lovely rural outlook in a quiet cul-de-sac. With 60% of allotments already sold, homes built and others under construction, there’s no better time to secure yours!

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26 Robertson Street, Naracoorte

Sally Logan 0403 257 833 sally.logan@elders.com.au

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More festival fun for AFL Gather Round

The AFL and South Australian Government have announced today a four-day festival as part of Gather Round - a Festival of Footy. The Pepsi Max Footy Festival will run from Thursday to Sunday and will be held at Elder Park and Pinky Flat precincts, both within walking distance of Adelaide Oval.

All nine matches of Gather Round… A Festival of Footy will be shown live on the big screens, and AFL and AFLW players will be appearing throughout the festival to meet and greet fans. The four-day festival will be full of FREE activities and entertainment for all ages, with an exciting new attraction: a 150m long zip line where fans can race each other over The River Torrens. There will be live music and entertainment on the footy festival live stage accompanied by roaming performers, along with some of South Australia’s best local vendors, food trucks and licensed bars with Pinky Flat a designated 18+ zone.

For footy families and budding superstars, the NAB AFL Auskick Fun Zone at Elder Park will be the place to be with free skills stations, photo moments, and giveaways. Other free activities include the Telstra Tracker, Chemist Warehouse Skills Warehouse, Maccas Kick 2 Kick Zone and Maccas Captain’s Card Photobooth, Coles Healthy Kicks fitness course, rebel Goal of the Year and activations from Toyota, Accor, AFL Max, and more.

The Gather Round Pepsi Max Footy Festival opening hours: Elder Park

• Thursday 13 – Saturday 15 April – 10am

• Sunday 16 April – 9.30am

Pinky Flat

• Thursday 13 – Saturday 15 April – 12noon

• Sunday 16 April – 11am

DWAYNE’S

EMPLOYMENT

We’re hiring Account ManagerRoundwood

Remote or Hybrid Role

Based in Regonal South Australia or Victoria, Adelaide, or Melbourne

OneFortyOne is a trans-Tasman business that owns and manages softwood plantation forests and operates sawmills in Australia and New Zealand. We produce and distribute timber and forest products across Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

The Jubilee Highway Sawmill has a long and proud history of manufacturing Treated Rounds & Fencing products (Roundwood) and has strong ties into the agricultural and viticulture sectors. The end users generally being wineries and farmers. As the manufacturer, we distribute our products through retail customer groups in the rural sector.

We are looking for an experienced and pro-active Sales Account Manager to join our Wood Products Sales Team.

The Role:

Working closely with other Account Managers, the Customer Service team, and the Sales Management team you will ensure that the monthly forecasted S&OP volume is achieved through the development of successful relationships with new accounts in the Roundwood and rural market space. Also responsible for:

• Maintaining a portfolio of existing customers, safeguarding, and ensuring that OFO remains to be the supplier of choice.

• Seeking out prospective clients across the Roundwood and rural market segment. Analysing margin and volume opportunities to optimise performance.

• Putting forward, presenting ideas and options for new and innovative products, which can be incorporated into the OneFortyOne Wood Product portfolio of products.

• Drive collaborative, synergies between Manufacturing, Sales & Marketing and Finance teams.

You:

• Have significant account management experience in a fast-paced timber manufacturing environments, with relevant tertiary qualifications.

• Are good at building effective and collaborative workplace relationships at various hierarchical levels.

• Can uphold workplace safety and maintain a safe working culture.

• Are organised and flexible with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

• Understand the commercial levers of business, you make informed decisions that are coming from a place of experience.

• Have a high level of confidence using computers and various software (Microsoft Suite (excel), SAP or similar).

• Experience selling into the agricultural sector would be an advantage.

Full comprehensive training will be provided upon commencement and there will also be ongoing support beyond this. A fully maintained tool of trade vehicle is also provided.

To Apply: Send a resume and cover letter to careers@onefortyone.com

For more information about the role and/or to obtain a position description, contact Mae Steele, HR Advisor on 0439 089 483.

OneFortyOneencouragesapplicantsofallgenders,ages, andcultures,includingFirstNationspeople,peoplewith disability,andLGBTIQA+people.

Applications close: 13 April 2023

www.onefortyone.com

Tenison Woods College

is a dynamic Early Years - Year 12 Catholic coeducational College with over 1400 students. The College is situated in picturesque grounds on the outskirts of Mount Gambier, SA.

Due to the exciting expansion of the College and the Early Learning Centre, we are seeking a suitably qualified staff member for the following permanent position commencing during Term 2, 2023.

• EARLY LEARNING & COMMUNITY CENTRE PAYROLL, HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE, ADMININISTRTION OFFICER

(PART TIME – 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK/46 WEEKS PER YEAR)

All Staff must be prepared to support the Catholic ethos of the College and participate in our Pastoral Care Program and must have a current Working with Children Check.

A Position Information Document in relation to this role may be obtained from: http://www.tenison.catholic.edu.au/employment.

Potential applicants must submit an Applicant Declaration Form, obtained from: https://www.tenison.catholic.edu.au/__files/d/12351/ ApplicantDecForm.pdf.

Please email your application (as ONE DOCUMENT), including your cover letter, CV and contact details of three recent referees, to Mary de Nys, HR Officer, Tenison Woods College at denym@tenison.catholic. edu.au or alternatively please post to PO Box 965, Mount Gambier SA 5290.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 4.00PM, MONDAY, 1 MAY 2023

Krueger Engineering are seeking a self-motivated, forward-thinking person to provide supervision and team management of our manufacturing operations in Mount Gambier in the role of

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR –OPERATIONS MANAGER

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Planning and co-ordinating control of workshop activities including mechanical, heavy and light fabrications – involving labour and materials costs, preparation and maintenance of production schedules

• Management and Supervision of workshop employees including organising and monitoring of workflow

• Investigating issues, identifying solutions and recommending actions for resolution

• Preparations of quotations as required

• Proactively maintain ongoing relationships with clients and promotion of Company services

• Compliance with ISO 9001 and SCA CC2 Systems

• Preparation of JSEA and SWMS accordingly

• Safety compliance in accordance with respective Acts and Legislations

To undertake the duties, we expect the applicant to possess the following:

• Trade Certificate (minimum requirement), White Card and Forklift Licence

• High level of Computer literacy and aptitude for multiple online platforms

• Familiar with OHS and Workcover and Fair Work Act

An attractive Salary Package will be offered in commensurate with qualifications and prior experience.

A detailed Position Description can be obtained by emailing administration@krueng.com or you are welcome to contact Fred Krueger during Business hours on 08 8726 2200 to discuss.

Applications and CV to be emailed to: Administration Manager, Krueger Engineering, administration@krueng.com by no later than COB Friday 5 May 2023.

Automotive Technician / Coordinator of Training & Development Autocare Mount Gambier

Contacts:

Expression of interest

Ian Clark 0447 011 166

Email: ian@autocaremg.com.au

Matthew Kuchel 0408 872 556

Email: matt.kuchel@autocaremg.com.au

www.repcoservice.com.au

A new role exists in the business for an experienced technician with a desire to be involved in professional and personal development within the automotive industry. The successful applicant will have a leadership role within the business that encompasses staff training, development, and mentorship. The successful applicant will have access to upskilling in workshop diagnostics, EV/ Hybrid training/accreditation and other areas of professional interest.

As this is a new role within the company there is scope for the right person to also receive support/guidance as they take on the position.

Exciting opportunities exist within the RAS network. Autocare Mount Gambier is a rapidly growing and successful independent workshop. The workplace culture is positive, with diverse opportunity across the light and heavy vehicle facets of the business.

Key elements of the role will include:

- Service, repair, and workshop diagnostics

- Training and mentoring of technicians

- Consultation with administration, particularly service staff

- Contribution to leadership team

- Upskilling opportunities

To allow for the above a generous renumeration package is on offer. This includes but is not limited to an above award salary, a vehicle, a phone and a training/career development package.

For further information and expressions of interest please contact Matthew Kuchel (0408872556) matt.kuchel@autocaremg.com.au or Ian Clark (0447011166) ian@autocaremg.com.au

Applications close 28th April 2023.

Tenison Woods College

is a dynamic Early Years - Year 12 Catholic coeducational College with over 1400 students. The College is situated in picturesque grounds on the outskirts of Mount Gambier, SA.

We are seeking suitably qualified staff for the following role, commencing during Term 2, 2023.

• CLEANER

Due to the new and exciting expansion of the College, we are looking for cleaners to join our dynamic cleaning team.

Hours will be varied but generally will be 3.30pm –8.00pm, Monday to Friday, 48 weeks per year.

All Staff must be prepared to support the Catholic ethos of the College and must have a current Working with Children Check.

A Position Information Document in relation to this role may be obtained from: http://www.tenison.catholic.edu.au/our-college/ employment.

Potential applicants must submit an Applicant Declaration Form, obtained from: https://www.tenison.catholic.edu.au/files/d/12351/ ApplicantDecForm.pdf.

Please email your application (as ONE DOCUMENT), including your cover letter, CV and contact details of three recent referees, to Mary de Nys, HR Officer, Tenison Woods College at denym@tenison.catholic. edu.au or alternatively please post to PO Box 965, Mount Gambier SA 5290.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 4.00pm MONDAY, 1 MAY 2023

No wipeouts helps secure victory for Ewer

Last Wednesday on a beautiful Autumn day, with the course in excellent condition, a large field comprising 45 lady golfers participated in a stableford competition at the Mount Gambier Golf Club, generously sponsored by Lyn Hudson.

The Hudson Plumbing competition comprises four rounds, however, the best three are taken into account to ascertain the winner.

Scoring was excellent with Division 1 winner being Kathy Ewer (Handicap 22) with splits of 18 /21= 39 points. Kathy had a sum of six three pointers, one birdie on the 18th and not one wipeout.

Heather Teakle (handicap 22) had a very nice 38 points – her split being 21/17=38.

Consistency played a big part in Heather’s score recording four three pointers and no wipeouts on her card.

With another fine score of 38 points and being placed the winner of Division 2 was a

popular lady golfer in Julie Hanel (Handicap 41). Julie’s split of the two nines was a very even 19/19 points. Julie registered six three pointers and scored on every hole. Beaten on a countback also with 38 points Betty McKechnie (Handicap 28) took out second place in Division 2. Betty had a great 21 points on the front nine and 17 points on the difficult back nine. Betty’s score on the front nine consisted of five three pointers plus two three pointers on the back nine.

Due to the large field there were 12 balls collected by players ranging from Carole Smith (36 points) down to Penne Saffin on 33 points.

The pro shot, winning three balls was won by Heather Barry and the speciality prizes of a ball each for the 2nd shot on the 16th Par 3 Hole were won by A Grade – Penne Saffin, B Grade – Lorraine Stratford and C Grade – Heather Chapman.

This week the first of the qualifying rounds for the Club

Championship commence, sponsored by S E Pine Sales. The Grades are as follows : A Grade 0 – 18, B Grade 19 – 26, C Grade – 27 – 36 and D Grade 37 – 45. A, B and C Grade will be played in a stroke format and the D Grade will be playing a stableford.

APRIL 8 RESULTS

Seventeen Ladies played a Stableford competition at the Mount Gambier Golf Club course last Saturday in cold and very windy conditions.

Yvonne Shirley (handicap 27) took out the honours and won the competition with 35 points. Yvonne had a great front nine with 20 points and 15 points on the long back nine.

Jess Parsons (handicap 21) was placed second very close behind Yvonne with 34 points. Jess’s split for the two nines was 15points/19 points = 34 points.

Lois Harvey (handicap 30) recorded 33 points and her split for the Nines was 18points/15 points =33.

STABLEFORD PODIUM: Division 1 winner Kathy Ewer & runner up Heather Teakle with sponsor Lyn Hudson, Division 2 winner Julie Hanel & runner up Betty McKechnie.

Robe social bowls results

Tough competition ahead of table tennis finals

Round 10 of the Mount Gambier Table Tennis Summer season was played this week, setting up a climactic finale next week.

Travis Sweet’s Banana Splits went into battle against Blackadder led by Scott Davies in the first Division 1 matchup of the week. Sweet got his team off to a flying start, sweeping Davies aside in four games. Blackadder took control from that moment on however with Ward Freeman, Mark and Caleb Bachmann and Eion McIluff all posting victories in their opening singles rubbers to give their side a commanding 4-1 advantage. The Splits threatened to claw their way back into the contest, claiming the next two rubbers, but Blackadder had all the answers, keeping their opponents at bay to ultimately runaway with an 11-7 win. Freeman and Mark Bachmann were the stars for the victors, both posting clean singles sheets, while Nick Sweet played a lone hand for Banana Splits with a clean singles record of his own. The second Division 1 match was a much tighter affair between Kevin Patzel’s Hard Rakka and Robin Pellen’s The 70’s Show. Pellen kicked off with a comfortable four game win over Patzel, then Sanith Ghetia extended The 70’s Show’s advantage with victory over Aaron McPhee. Victories to Hard Rakka players Katrina McPhee and Alex McGregor made sure their team stayed in the contest, before a run of solid performances from The 70’s Show through the middle staged threatened to blow the match out of the water. Wins to Patzel, Katrina and Aaron McPhee, and Rob Halleday late in the piece ensured a close finish to the match, ultimately the pressure fell on Hard Rakka player Kylie Boston to defeat The 70’s Show’s Richard Horrigan to even the scores and force a countback. Boston started strongly, claiming the first game comfortably by 11 points to 5 before Horrigan found his rhythm, going toe-to-toe with his opponent in the second. Boston was able to eventually break the deadlock, claiming the second 13-11 and taking a stranglehold on the contest. A visibly disheartened Horrigan tried to go with his buoyant opponent in the third, but Boston ultimately carried her confidence and momentum through to post an 11-9 win. With overall scores locked at 9 rubbers apiece, a countback revealed Hard Rakka as the winners on the night by a slim 35 games to 33. Each team had one standout player, Katrina McPhee posting a clean sheet for Hard Rakka while Justin Hutchesson did likewise for The 70’s Show.

Pickled Shrimp and Mr Bean were both decimated by the unavailability of top players for their Division 2 clash. Joel Schafer led Pickled Shrimp with a clean sheet effort, while newcomer Aravind Bablu was the hero for Mr Bean. The Shrimps got away to a fast start through victories to Schafer and Andrew Schubert and managed to hold off a fast-finishing Mr Bean for a 7-5 victory. The ever-reliable Deakin Lofthouse continued his solid season to guide his Dad’s Army side to another victory over Chris McGregor’s Silent Assassins in the final regular match of the season. Lofthouse was the standout on the night with another clean sheet, while the Assassins had an even contribution from all players. Dad’s Army recorded a 7-5 victory in a perfect tune-up for next week’s final.

Blackadder will take on The Goodies in next week’s Division 1 final, while Dad’s Army will go in raging favourites against Mr Bean in the Division 2 decider.

The Millicent Bowls Club has hosted its Annual Men’s Handicap Pairs with 22 players taking part in the competition. After completing three games of 12 ends in a knockout format, the grand final saw Neil Whelan and Andre Reinders going up against Kym Stewart and Steve Skeer. The inital rounds were played on April 2 but with three the games finishing in draws, meaning another end had to be played to determine the winner so once the combatants were decided, the title decider was held over until Good Friday.

In the grand final, Neil Whelan’s team had to give Kym Stewarts team a two shot start. At the 8th end Neil and Andre scored a four which put them one shot up but then Kym and Steve scored one shot on the next end to put the score at 13 shots all. Kym and Steve then scored a four and on the following end a two which was enough to get them over the line to win the competition and become the Handicap Pairs Champions for 2023.

WINNING PAIR: Kym Stewart & Steve Skeer

RUNNERS UP PAIR: Andre Reinders & Neil Whelan

Disappointing end to Borderline Speedway 2022/23 season

The Easter Sprintcar Trail has long been the celebrated season ending event of local motor racing and while the fireworks still sent off, Saturday night’s racing was marred by weather and the program was only saved by some quality Super Rod racing.

The Easter Sprintcar Trail started in Avalon on Good Friday but was washed out before the sprintcar final could go ahead, while on Saturday the sprintcars hit the track for their hot laps but drivers met after a couple of races from the Late Models and opted to pack up for the night due to the slippery conditions.

Disappointingly for organisers, was the track did improved markedly and president Cary Jennings was grateful the Super Rods powered through their three heats and a 20 lap final – especially after the late Model class opted to follow in the footsteps of the sprintcars and call it a night prior to any serious racing.

A Super Rod hit the wall in the opening lap of the final but other than that the race was incident free until the chequered flag when a wheel clip called a rollover.

“The super rods put on a quality show for us though and we really appreciated it,” Jennings said.

“Obviously it was a disappointing way to end the season and we really want to thank the patrons who supported us not just Saturday night but for the whole season and for all the volunteers who work so hard to make sure the track is ready to go each and every meeting and make sure every event goes smoothly.”

Registrations are now open for the Autumn Season commencing Wednesday 3rd May. Practice is held at 7pm on Monday nights, and competition is at 7pm on Wednesday nights at the Mount Gambier Showgrounds Hall. Registrations can be made as a team of 3 or an individual. To register your interest, please contact the club at mtgtabletennis@gmail.com or find the club’s Facebook page, or just come along on a Monday night and speak to a friendly welcoming committee member.

2-rubber winners:

• Division 1: Nick Sweet (Banana Splits); Ward Freeman, Mark Bachmann (Black Adder); Justin Hutchesson (The 70’s Show); Katrina McPhee (Hard Rakka)

• Division 2: Deakin Lofthouse (Dad’s Army); Joel Schafer (Pickled Shrimp); Aravind Bablu (Mr Bean)

Robe social bowls results

Social bowls on Thursday was sponsored by the Robe Caledonian Inn and we played two games of three bowl pairs and two bowl triples. Runners up on 53 pts Rob Hooper, Maria Cooper and Adrian Bermingham and winners on 56 pts were the returning Nesla Boundy, Doug Baker and David Robinson. Judy Bermingham was winner of the Easter raffle and Kerri Boyd runner up.

Warren & Reichelt combine for 2-4-2 win

Last week 24 players took part in the 2-4-2 game at the Millicent Bowls Club. The team winning the prize pool of $24 each this week with a score of 32+11 went to Joy Warren and David Reichelt. Runners up for the day and winning the $5 bar voucher each, went to John Silis and Adriana Ross with a score of 31+5. Other winning teams for the day were, Peter Dunnicliff, Neil Whelan 3+2. Denis Clifford, Mary Clifford 30+1. Ian Michell, Peter Varcoe 30+1. Steve Skeer, Terry Barnes 31+0 Ian Ross, Derk Pietersma 19+0.

2-4-2 WINNERS: (Top right) Joy Warren & David Reichelt

2-4-2 RUNNERS UP: (Bottom right) Adriana Ross & John Silis

The

Wrapping up the baseball season

Premiers for the 2022/23 Mount Gambier & District Baseball League season

It was all about history and redemption in the 2022/23 Mount Gambier & District baseball League. Central Baseball Club Division One team enjoyed the perfect season, going through undefeated and taking the title in two nailbiting victories in the best of three grand final series.

Last season the club entered the grand final series with the same season record but succumbed to a well drilled Tigers team - Central was determined not to make that mistake again and they held their nerve in the two finals that went down to the wire.

The Division One title was preceded on grand final day with the club winning four of the other five grades on offer - winning every grand final they contested.

Only Division Two eluded the black and white, with Tigers claiming a three-peat of Division Two titles on the back of a stunning last innings hit from newly inducted Mount Gambier & Baseball League life member Michael Summers.

Check out all the individual club awards in this week’s sports section from both Central Baseball Club and the Tigers Baseball Club.

Tigers hand out individual honours

Major milestones & stand out performances honoured across all junior & senior grades

PHOTOS:

1. Division One MVP (Michael Ewart Award) Matt Thompson with club patron Ian Ewart

2. Tiger Baseball Club Junior Club Person of the Year Harrison Elletson & Tiger Baseball Club Senior Club Person of the Year Kelly Hillstone

3. Kane Harrison & Ben Marcus receiving their 400 game milestone mementos

4. Division One Runner Up MVP & Batting Average: Alex Reppin (.510)

5. Division Two MVP & Runner Up MVP: Kane Harrison and Toby Burner (Absent) - sister Hayley Burner accepted

6. Division Two Batting Average: Joe Sims (.538)

7. Division Three MVP & RBI: Nathan Tana

8. Division Three Batting Average: Tony Elletson (.646)

9. Division Three Runner Up MVP: Phil ‘Nanu’ Clark

10. Big League Batting Average: Jarvi Mee (.364)

11. Big League MVP (Sam Sutton Award): Koby Stratman

12. Big League RBI: Kaleb Kermond

13. Big League Runner Up MVP: Henry Martin

14. Junior League Batting Average: Jordan Schultz (.455)

15. Junior League Coach’s Trophy (donated by the Ewart Family): Joe Box

16. Junior League MVP (Kevin Hoath Memorial Trophy): Harrison Elletson

17. Junior League Runner Up MVP: Jai Hillstone

18. Under 17 Most Improved (Falland Trophy) Toby McKinnon (right) with Paul Falland

19. Tiger Spirit Award: Jarvi Mee

20. Minor League Coach’s Trophy: Spenser Koppe

21. Minor League Runner Up MVP: Hayden Thomson

22. Little League Runner Up MVP: Ben Reichelt

23. Little League Coach’s Trophy: Duke Bradley

24. Little League MVP: Sam Marcus (Absent) - sister: Stella Marcus accepted

25. Minor League Joint MVP: Bradley Viitanen & Elsie Merchant

Warriors Softball Club honours its best & brightest for

2022/23

WARRIORS SOFTBALL CLUB AWARD WINNERS: (Above top row from left)

Best & Fairest Mel Chuck and runner up Erin Chaplin and (bottom row from left) Outstanding Team player kelly Doyle and Willing to Learn & Improve Award Linda Dodds.

Karen Lock knocks it out of the park in Millicent stroke round

play a stroke round for the monthly medal. Putts and fairways were also counted. The highlight of the round was Karen Lock’s amazing score.

WINNERS

A Grade: Heather Anderson (nett 75)

Runner Up: Kathy Webber (nett 76 countback)

B Grade: Karen Lock (nett 66)

Runner Up: Sharne Peacock (nett 74)

9 hole comp, back nine: Karen Lock

Putts: Heather Anderson:29

Fairways: Sue Ireland: 14

NTP 3rd: Karen Lock

NTP 2nd shot 12th,hcp 0-24: Kathy Webber

NTP 2nd shot 5th hcp 25-54:Bec Shanks

NTP 2nd shot 17th hcp 32-54:Karen Altschwager

Ball winners: Annie Mclennan 75, Virginia DeDonatis 76, Lois Tilley 76.

MONTHLY MEDAL WINNER: Karen Lock (nett 66)

MILLICENT GOLF CLUB LADIES PODIUM: Sharne Peacock, Karen Lock, Heather Anderson & Kathy Webber.

Khanacross State series comes to region

SEAC Park hosts State series as Dale Cagney is honoured for his 2022 season

Action returned to SEAC Park on Sunday with a combined Khanacross, Round 2 of the Local series and Round 1 of the State series, being held at the Megaw Road Complex.

Heading the list of entries, Dale Cagney (pictured right) was presented with the impressive State Khanacross trophy, for his effort in winning the series in 2022, held at SEAC Park, Mid Murray Motorplex and Walky Park. His effort even more impressive when he had not competed at the other two race tracks prior to the Khanacross rounds.

The entry list for 2023 included past champions, Michael and Bradley Clements, who have held this trophy for many, many years between them.

Director for the first round, Paul Height, had his son Murray as his assistant, setting the scene for family action at SEAC with 7 entries being father/son or father/ daughter pairings – 14 of 27 starters for the day’s activities.

After the Driver’s Briefing, Bruce Hamilton led the pack into competition being awarded the coveted Number 1 position for the day.

An interesting track had been worked through the maze of ground at SEAC Park, using a combination of grassy unused areas and a little of the prepared race surfaces, to give the day a challenge worthy of a State round.

Test 1 layout, Forward, Bradley Clements, past champion, set the pace in the family Subaru WRX 4WD, with father Michael just behind, Sam Humphries next 2 seconds behind and Dale Cagney, struggling for grip in his EVO6 another 2 seconds further back in 4th spot. Steven Leo in his yellow Honda Civic made contact with a track marker, costing him a 5

second penalty and pulling him back 2 spots to 5th, in the very quick Front Wheel Drive.

Jason Sims put in a good lap in their family Celica to get home in the 6th position, closely followed by Bradley Harry in the tidy Toyota Starlet, 7th, Dillan Young in his Nissan Pulsar 8th, 4/100ths behind.

Matthew Kirby slotted in next in the shared Celica another 4/100ths behind for 9th and Bruce Hamilton made 10th, 7/100ths further back. That makes it 5 positions separated by 2 tenths of a second, very close racing indeed.

Second attempt at this layout in a forward direction, first 3 spots were the same, Clements B, Clements M and Sam Humphries.

Steven Leo this time missing all of the track markers getting 4th spot from Dale Cagney 5th, Jason Sims 6th, with another tidy run from Bradley Harry getting 7th spot again from Dillan Young 8th, Wayne Casey 9th, improving on his previous outing to hold out a charge from Junior, Ollie Pohlner in the Subaru Liberty in 10th spot.

Same track, driven in the reverse direction, Bradley Clements again set the pace, well clear of an improving Cagney some 4 seconds behind, Sam Humphries in 3rd from Leo’s Civic, Michael Clements next after a track marker penalty pushing him back a couple of spots to 5th, Sims again in 6th from a hard charging Dillan Young in 7th less than 2 tenths of a second behind. Curtis Boyd found a quick line in the Celica to get home in 8th with Geoff Wilson having a bit of a go in the Magna getting home in 9th spot a few tenths of a second behind, Matthew Kirby rounding out the top ten another half a second away.

Same layout, again reverse direction, the Clements again at the top, Bradley a second and a

half in front of Michael, with an extremely quick Civic in the hands of Steven Leo a half of a second behind in 3rd spot, with a very tidy run. Dale Cagney ran a similar time to his previous run but had to settle for 4th and a second clear of Sam Humphries in 5th spot in his black Subaru WRX Wagon.

Damien Wilson, not having the best day out, managed to avoid all the track markers for his best run and got a 6th spot for this, 5/100ths in front of the Sims family Celica driven well by Jason for 7th spot, Matthew Kirby pushing hard in the Boyd Celica locking in 8th with another tidy run, 6/100ths of a second ahead of Dillan Young in 9th and Junior Kyle Johnson scoring the 10th spot in the immaculate Datsun 1600 that he has restored with some help from Dad, Ian, less than half a second further back.

After a lunch break, the next track layout on offer was a combination of a couple of longish runs in the grass, with some very technical combination turns at each end.

Clements B from Clements M, 1 & 2, Cagney 3rd from another quick run in his Civic, Leo in 4th, Damien Wilson 5th from Geoff Wilson enjoying the pace of the Magna on the open areas getting him home for the 6th spot, Matthew Kirby next with Bruno Vadori also enjoying a bit of straight track in 8th, Dillan Young’s effort in the Pulsar good enough for 9th and Sam Humphries rounding out the top 10 with his time including a pair of track marker penalties.

Same test, same direction, Michael Clements stole the show on this run, from Sam Humphries, 2nd, Bradley Clements 3rd, Cagney in 4th, Leo 5th, Damien Wilson 6th, Dillan Young 7th, with Jason Sims improving on his previous run for 8th spot.

Geoff Wilson also did more and bettered his first go but had to settle for 9th, with Wayne Casey also having a much better run to get 10th a couple of tenths back.

Last change for the day, same layout, but driven in the opposite direction, Bradley Clements again set the pace for this test, from Sam Humphries, Steven Leo, Michael Clements, Dale Cagney, Wayne Casey 6th, Dillan Young 7th, Justin Devlin finding a track to his liking, making it home in the shared Commodore in 8th spot with a good drive, Bruce Hamilton also enjoying a bit of room to push the Falcon about, next home half a second back and 3 tenths of a second in front of Geoff Wilson in 10th spot.

Same test, same direction and Bradley Clements again from Michael Clements, Dale Cagney next with Leo’s Civic close behind in 4th, Humphries 5th, Damien Wilson 6th, Jason Sims having a much better finish on this run got home in 7th, Bruno Vadori 8th, Wayne Casey 9th and Bruce Hamilton finishing off a good day in 10th.

RESULTS

SA Championship Series

1 – Bradley Clements

620.99 seconds Class F

2 – Michael Clements

635.48 seconds Class F

3 – Dale Cagney

653.74 seconds Class F

4 – Sam Humphries

657.37 seconds Class F

5 – Steven Leo

658.59 seconds Class A

6 – Dillan Young

693.45 seconds Class B

7 – Damien Wilson

701.15 seconds Class B

8 – Geoff Wilson

703.06 seconds Class C

9 – Wayne Casey

704.14 seconds Class B

10 – Jason Sims

704.23 seconds Class A

Junior – Oliver Pohlner

STATE SERIES ACTION: (Below from left) Michael Clements; Mark Jennings & Kyle Johnson.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ANDREW BURSTON

MT GAMBIER

Local girls help secure State zone hockey title

Under 13 boys team finishes runner up at same event

Getting the job done at the Blue Lake Golf Club stableford

The Under 13 Zone State championship was held in Adelaide at Mate Stadium, on April 1 and 2, bringing together the best Under 13 players from acroSouth Australia, the competition consisted of three metropolitan based zones and two regional zones.

The Lower South East is combined with Naracoorte, Tatiara and the Riverland associations to form the South Eastern Eagles.

After a very tight pool stage of the competition, the boys team finished second and the girls team finished on top.

The boys had to play off against the third ranked team for their spot in the grand final, while the girls went straight through.

After successfully defeating the North West Rangers in the semi final, the boys found themselves against the much fancied city

team of the Western Pirates. The game was a battle with chances going begging for both teams, the defence was working hard.

With the score deadlocked at the end of the game, a shoot out was required.

After a very tense first round, the scores were still locked at three a piece, a second round of shoots outs were required, with the eventual score being 5-4 Western Pirates way.

Next it was the girls turn, they were up against the Southern Storm, a city based team that they lost to in the pool stages.

The game was very intense, the Storm came out hard making the Eagles defence work very hard with some exceptional saves by our goalie Bree Ellis.

As the game progressed it became more even, with both teams having scoring

opportunities, at three quarter time the score was still nil all.

Four minutes into the last quarter through a great long pass by Monique Shephard and a quick team work from Harriet Waters, Jorja Beck took possession and scored a brilliant field goal, breaking the deadlock.

The score created a lift in the team, and everyone worked overtime denying the Storm the ability to score themselves. Final score was 1-0 Eagles way.

RESULTS

Boys

Eagles drew Saints 1-1

Eagles Def Storm 4-1

Eagles def Rangers - 1-0

Eagles lost to Pirates 0-1

Semi Final Eagles def Rangers 2-1

Grand Final 0-0 (5-4) Lost to Pirates (penalty Shoot out)

Girls

Eagles def Saints - 1-0

Eagles def by Storm 0-1

Eagles def Rangers 4-0

Semi Final - Eagles Def Pirates 1-0

Grand Final - Eagles def Storm 1-0

LSEHA BOYS TEAM (RUNNERS UP)

Mason White, Elliot Barry, Jesse Mitchell, Harry Lynn, kade McCourt, Tristyn Sugden, Jack Hutchesson, Stephen Bartholomew (assistant coach)

LSEHA GIRLS TEAM (WINNERS)

Ashleigh doll (assistant coach), Greg Doll (coach), Jada Copping, Harriet Waters, Tahlia Maynard, Laura Doll, Cameryn Bartholomew, Eliza Withers, Genevieve Ashby, Jorja Beck, Monique Shephard, Bree Ellis

The quarter finals of the 2023 Caffe Belgiorno sponsored Handicap Championships and a stableford competition for those not competing in the finals was held for the women at the Blue Lake Golf Club in perfect autumn weather with the course looking a treat.

Top qualifer in division one, Lee-Anne Medhurst and reigning handicap champion Kate Hommelhoff were the first called to the tee block and it was Hommelhoff making use of the six extra handicap strokes she received from Medhurst and turning to the back nine 5up, winning the 10th, squaring the next 2 holes and winning the 13th to finish 7/5.

Next was Dianne Perryman and Sue Agars both off 19 and it was Agars taking control 2up on the turn, Perryman did win the 11th but it was Agars taking another 3 wins to finish 4/3. Rosemary Martland had to concede 4 handicap strokes to Helen Stratford. The score was all square after nine holes. Martland added three wins before Stratford had a win with a birdie 2 on the 14th and a par on the 16th moving to the 17th where Martland claimed the win to finish 2/1.

Trudy Herbert was pitted against Josie Ashby and was given a massive extra nine strokes and certainly made use of them on the front nine, all square on the turn to the back nine. Four squared holes kept Herbert in the game but was only able to win the 15th. Ashby won the 11th, 12th and 17th, clinching the win 2up.

Top qualifier in Division Two Carol Melhuish showed it was no fluke and taking the win 8/7 from Lesley McPherson, who received an extra 5 handicap strokes could not stop the onslaught from Melhuish who was 6up turning to the back nine then winning the 10th and 11th.

Johanna Gogan and Dianne Allen were closely matched, Allen receiving and extra two strokes, outplaying Gogan on the front nine turning 4up. Then Gogan dug deep winning the next three holes, a win on the 15th and 4 squared holes secured the win 1up.

The match between Jaynee Oberer and Lyn Annand was another close one with 1 extra stroke given to Annand who was 1up at the halfway mark then Oberer turned the tables winning the next fur holes making her 3up. A squared hole, two wins to Annand another squared hole then it was Oberer with a win on the 18th finishing 2up.

Unfortunately due to illness, Lyn Gill had to forfeit to Lucy Richards.

SEMI FINAL DRAW

DIV 1

K. Hommelhoff v J. Ashby

S. Agars v R. Martland

DIV 2

C. Melhuish v J. Oberer

J. Gogan v Lucy Richards

STABLEFORD RESULTS

DIV 1: Winner Helen Myers 34 points & runner up Karen Panagopoulos

32 points

NTP 2nd shot - Annette Ford

DIV 2: Winner Bev Pascoe 32 points on countback from runer up Lynette Hirth 32 points

NTP 2nd shot - Lee Anderson

Birdie - Annette Ford 14th and chipin ferrets- Geraldine Scott 2nd, Ford 14th and Cherryl Hill 17th. A stableford competition will be for those not in the semi finals this week.

APRIL 1 RESULTS

Fifteen women played in the Par competition and Cherryl Hill off 22 won the chocolates coming in square to her handicap with 9 plusses on her card. In 2nd place Helen Stratford off 18 signed for 1down after a front nine of 2down making up ground with 1up on the back nine that included a par on the 12th, a birdie on the 14th, squared holes and 1 wipe. Third on the podium was Lyn Annand off 33 also finished one down forcing a countback with Stratford, the better back nine score was won by Stratford. Nearest to the pin was won by Karen Panagopoulos.

STABLEFORD COMPETITION

WINNERS: Division 1 & Division 2 winners Helen Myers & Bev Pascoe and Division 1 & 2 runner up Karen Panagopoulos & Bev Pascoe

Host club trio secure men’s triples title

Twelve teams from across the region vie for the latest Robe Bowling Club championship

The Robe Bowling Club Men’s Triples, sponsored by Mark Murphy, SE Excavations and Errol & Valma Jennings, attracted 12 teams playing three bowl triples, at the beginning of this month.

Fourth place, with 61.5pts, went to the team from Kingston, including Daryl Morley, Billie Scott and Jack Vawser, while third placed, on 63pts, went to Graeme Crowder, Graham Smith from Mt Gambier RSL and Steve Farrell from Robe.

Runners up, on 81 pts, John Tanner, Clive Baxter and George Draffen, from Mortlake, and the winners, on 82 pts, were David Robinson, Mark Giles and Peter Roachock, from the host club.

Closing Day of the summer season and the AGM will be held Sunday, April 30, with a sausage sizzle for lunch followed by bowls AGM and presentations.

MEN’S TRIPLES TOP FOUR PLACINGS:

(Top left) Sponsor Mark Murphy with winners David Robinson, Mark Giles & Peter Roachock;

(top right) sponsor Mark Murphy with runners up John Tanner, Clive Baxter & George Draffen; (bottom left) sponsor Mark Murphy with third placed Steve Farrell, Graeme Crowder & Graham Smith and

(bottom right)sponsor Mark Murphy with the fourth aplced team - Jack Vawser Daryl Morley & Billie Stott

Robe wins State of Origin challenge against Mortlake

Perfect conditions for South East Golf Veterans

If you asked the weather bureau for perfect golf weather, then April 3, in Naracoorte, was it - 25 degrees, no breeze and a clear blue sky. Fifty-two players found the course in great nick, but the best score in Division 1 was just 32 points by Barry Brook from six others on 31. Rob Perryman and Rob Harkness were the placegetters, and they had to travel home with Barry. In Division 2 the wily, lucky Lindsay Copeman had 35 and counted out Rob “Red” Sims and in third place was Penola’s Trev Williams, with 34. The Ross Orchard Trophy went to Trev Hutchesson and Peter Ewer. This scribe could not fathom how the scores could be so low today and is looking forward to a big improvement on April 17 at Bordertown, the next meet, followed by Beachport on May 8.

Mount Gambier Golf Club men’s results

MARCH 31 STABELFORD

Wayne Davison posted the round of the day on March 31 at the Mount Gambier Golf Club with 39 points. It put himone point in front of a trio of players on 38 points - Graham Allen, Gordon Clarke and Craig Fosterall finishing on 38 with Allen taking second place on countback.

Eighty-two players were in the field with the ball run down extending to 35 points and a lucky Stacy Fiegert taking the last one. Nearest the pins belonged to Andrew Noble on the 8th and Shane Brook on the 16th. Brook was unfortunately not able to make his birdie while Noble rolled his in after also making an eagle on the previous hole, the par 5 7th - three under for two holes is always a nice feeling.

APRIL 1 MONTHLY MEDAL

The Monthly Medal is always high on the agenda for players to win as apart from the Saturday winnings it allows them entry into the Medal of Medals competition held every January. Archie Milich is the later player to book his place in this event after a fine nett 65 on Saturday highlighted by a birdie three on the 12th. He was a full five strokes clear of second place in C grade with Riley Parsons taking that with nett 70.

Mortlake players in a traditinoal State of Origin. The sponsors of the day were Mac Ford, Millicent, and Jim and jack being placed by the winning skipper. The winners on 80 pts were Ken Smith & Jo Sykes and runners up on 79 pts Steve Farrell and Robbie Dahler, while third, with 55 pts, was George Draffen and Darren Grant, from Mortlake. The team event went to Robe with 279 pts to Mortlake 168 pts.

STATE OF ORIGIN CHAMPIONS: Sponsors Tracey & Jim Gray with winners Jo Sykes & Ken Smith

In A grade it was Nick Black taking first place with nett 69 and a 77 off the stick. Black finished with a flurry posting three birdies in the last three holes, including, like all good players, the last, to claim the win by two strokes from Tim MacLean and Mathew Bowering, who posted nett 71. MacLean taking second on countback.

Darren Griffin also posted nett 69 to claim the B grade win by two shots from Carey Megaw who will rue a quadruple bogey eight on the second hole. Peter Miller third with nett 72.

An excellent field of 104 players saw the ball rundown go all the way to nett 76 with Shane Brook taking the last one. Nearest the pins belonged to Matt Hirlam on the 8th and Jeff Hodge on the 16th. Both players managed to roll in their birdie putts with Hodge grabbing another on the 18th as well.

Honouring the best in the business

LIMESTONE COAST WOMEN’S FOOTBALL LEAGUE PRESENTATION DAY

1. TEAM OF THE YEAR

FF – Kaylene Rowett (Mundulla)

FP - Angela Broad (Penola)

CHF – Alice Tentye (North Gambier)

HFF – Genevieve Blake (Kybybolite), Natalie Twigden (Mundulla)

Wing – Paris Ackland (North Gambier), Zoe Hawker (Mundulla)

C – Dellie Brown (Kybybolite)

Ruck – Mikaila Pitt (North Gambier)

Ruck Rover – Erin Horsnell (Mundulla)

Rover – Zhane Crawford (Casterton-Sandford) absent

CHB – Kellsey Hinge (Mundulla)

HBF – Kalli Brown (Millicent) absent, Sarah Lucas (Kongorong)

BP – Dakota Trotter (South Gambier)

FB – Fiona Young (North Gambier)

Interchange – Abbey Thompson (Kalangadoo), Chloe Foster (Casterton-Sandford) absent, Sophie Wight (South Gambier), Caroline McGrath (Penola), Jade Longbottom (Kongorong), Evie Sealey (Kongorong)

Coaches – Ben Hardy & Lewis Lean (North Gambier)

2. 2023 LCWFL Best & Fairest - Dellie Brown (Mundulla)

3. 2023 LCWFL Klas Bilt Best Defender - Fiona Young (North Gambier)

4. 2023 LCWFL Leading Goalkicker - Kaylene Rowett (Mundulla)

5. 2023 LCWFL Best Under 21 - Zhane Crawford (Casterton-Sandford) & Alice Tentye (North Gambier). Scarlett Jarrad pictured in lieu of Zhane Crawford.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF JOHN DAVIES PHOTOGRAPHY