Lifestyle1 issue 994

Pictured - Gomez (Josh Tilley), Pugsley (Jacob Halleday) & Morticia (Lauren Agnew)

OUT & ABOUT

2023 Jobs & Skills Showcase

1. Jo Hughes (KCA), Andrew & Melissa Doman & Kelly Thompsell (KCA)

2. Leigh Russell collects info from Daniel Giersch of Wise Employment

3. Julie Tipene (MEGT), Sonya Chant & Kelly Agnew (MEGT)

4. Kurt Stephan from Teagle Excavations shows Manish Timsina how a skidsteer works

5. Hayden Stewart (MTGHI) & Portia Holdman from OGR discuss the workings of a turbocharger

6. Sandesh Sharma & Bishal Gautam get employment & business advice from Steve Chapple of Intojobs

7. Ian Bald instructs Zach from Tenison Woods College on the Forestry Harvester simulator.

8. Tony D’Agostino (Boandik Lodge), Ash Pevitt, Niqui Digiacomo & Leana Radley (Boandik Lodge)

9. Spencer O’Keefe (Uni SA Computer Science student) & Ian McKay (Regional Manager of Uni SA ) with Clive, the Uni SA robot

10. Navia Jones with Mark Ryan from I&D Traffic PHOTOS BY FRANK MONGER

Stepping out for homelessness

Uniting Communities leading this Friday’s Pride in Your Stride walk & shoe drive

In the end it’s a simple question. Do you agree that it’s time to end homelessness? If your answer is a resounding yes then this Friday you can help achieve that goal by being part of the annual ‘Pride In Your Stride’ walk to raise awareness of the issues facing those who are experiencing homelessness.

Held as part of National Homelessness Week, participants of the walk are asked to assemble on the west side of the Vansittart Park gates on Commercial Street at 10.45am this Friday, with the walk commencing at 11am.

The ‘Pride in your Stride’ walk will proceed down Commercial Street, then around to the Mount Gambier library - approximately a 15-minute walk - where they will be greeted by services from Uniting Communities and the team from the Lions Club who are kindly cooking up a delicious free lunch for all.

Uniting Communities program

Ruby’s Reunification will once again be front and centre of the annual awareness raising event with Ruby’s Reunification senior coordinator Sharon Gray saying the walk signifies what a person who is experiencing homelessness has to do every morning - they have to move from where they have been and seek food, shelter and support.

Homelessness continues to grow at an alarming rate and on any given night, 122,500 Australians are without a home, with over 19,000 of those being children aged 0-14.

“Homelessness can happen for many reasons with domestic and family violence being a leading factor,” Sharon said. “Add to that, rent increases, lack of affordable housing, overcrowding, financial strain, mental health, relationship

many reasons, which can affect so many people from all walks of life.

“Even a small ‘step’ by participating in our event can make a difference and we invite members of the public, businesses, community services, schools etc. to join us to raise awareness of this important issue.”

Another key component of the event is Ruby’s request for the donation of new or near new shoes so they can be collected and

Tackling issues through art

Three months ago young SA artistis took the time to vote in a survey to select three climate change priorities for the Create4Adelaide project and now the call is out for artworks.

The time has come to get creative and tackle climate change by using your artistic skills, to create an artwork that responds to one of these three priorities: extreme weather events, the extinction of plants and animals or the pollution of our air and waterways. Once your artwork is done, share it with us :

1) Through social media using the #C4A ;

2) Through the form on our website http://create4adelaide.au ;

3) By email at contact@create4adelaide.au.

With your participation, this project has the power to make a profound impact. This all starts with the opportunity to see your artwork featured at bext year’s Adelaide Festival.

Do not hesitate to reach out for more information at contact@ create4adelaide.au

Launched last year, Create4Adelaide is a large-scale, year-long project that encourages young people to develop their creative skills and engage with local climate change priorities.

This is an opportunity for young people to be part of something big; to express themselves artistically, to think outside of the box and to engage with important issues around climate change in a local setting. With inspiration and support from their teachers and local artists, young people will participate in workshops to create art that offers ideas to address climate priorities and inspire action.

CREATE4ADELAIDE TIMELINE:

August-September

Open call launched in the State to invite young people to submit their artworks.

October-November

Young people will choose the artworks they want to see featured in the 2024 Adelaide Festival.

March 2024

The Create4Adelaide exhibition opens in the 2024 Adelaide Festival.

‘pride in their stride’, so please consider bringing along a pair of shoes to donate.

“From previous years of this event, we estimate we have provided approximately 500 pairs of shoes to those in need in our community,” Sharon said. “We hope we can significantly increase that amount this year.”

Ruby’s Reunification is grateful to their supporters who are hosting shoe collection baskets so if you

have any shoes that you’d like to donate, you can pop them in one of the baskets located at Troy Bells Office, Mount Gambier Library, Bunnings and Tenison Woods College.

The City of Mount Gambier, Lions Club, Woolworths and Bakers Delight (Commercial Street) are also supporters of this Friday’s event.

‘It’s time to end Homelessness’ is the theme of this year’s National Homelessness Week.

“Please join us to show support

FREE Digital Hearing Aids for eligible pensioners & veterans*

and raise awareness about this growing issue,” Sharon said. “The walk across Mount Gambier symbolises this daily journey with the community coming together to support those facing homelessness and show that nobody should ever have to walk alone.”

STEPPING OUT FOR THE HOMELESS:

(Above & on the cover) Uniting Communities team - Peter, Amanda, Sharon, Lynne & Jes

Sales Duncan McGregor 0407 722 983 Jill Collins 0400 598 327 Editorials Di Gould 0401 042 302 editorial@lifestyle1.net

General Manager Jason Allen 0417 285 163 www.lifestyle1.net mail@lifestyle1.net

61a Commercial St East, Mount Gambier, SA 5290 Print run 15,500 copies Distribution - Letterbox, Auspost outlets, newsagencies, supermarkets, petrol stations, general stores, etc

How to be social media savvy

Science Week activities headlined by children’s book launch at library

Dr Harry Gaffney to unveil educational picture book

Get ready to learn the basics of social media, and how to grow your business, as part of a new workshop this August.

Glenelg Shire Council is hosting a ‘Social Media 101’ workshop on Saturday, August 19, at the Portland Library to help local artists, authors, small business owners and anyone wanting to learn the basics of social media marketing.

The workshop will be facilitated by local business and owner, and social media maven, Maya Linnell. Ms Linnell will share her insights and tips on how to use Facebook, Instagram and other platforms to reach your target audience and achieve your business goals.

Glenelg Shire Mayor Cr Scott Martin urged all business owners who needed assistance with social media to attend the workshop.

“Social media is a part of everyday life now and if you are running a business, you can’t afford to be without it,” he said.

“This low-cost workshop will give you the basics of what you need to know about social media, how to create engaging content and how to manage your social media presence.

“Our facilitator Maya Linnell will be a familiar face to many, as a Narrawong local and now bestselling author. Maya boasts more than 4.2K followers across her social media accounts and a large newsletter following, and will share her successes. She is currently using social media strategically to promote her latest book, and book tour, Kookaburra Cottage.

“Whether you’re new to social media or looking to improve your skills, this event is for you.”

Registrations are now open and can be completed via the Eventbrite listing. Alternatively, contact our Economic Development Unit at ecodev@glenelg.vic.gov.au or calling 1300 GLENELG to secure your place.

• Event details

Saturday 19 August 2pm – 4pm

Portland Library

$20 per person

Register online via Eventbrite

ANDY GAZEY

Mount Gambier Library is thrilled to host Dr Harry Gaffney with the launch of his children’s picture book Tiny Adventures Inside Me: A Journey into Microbiology as part of the City of Mount Gambier’s Science Week program of events.

Dr Harry Gaffney is a medical doctor and researcher, TEDx speaker, podcaster, pathology advocate and can now add children’s author to his title.

Tiny Adventures Inside of Me will have children embarking on a thrilling adventure as they learn all

about their body and why staying healthy is so important.

“As a healthcare professional, I firmly believe in educating children about their bodies, microbiology and fostering a sense of curiosity and wonder about science and health,” Dr Gaffney said.

The book launch is a family friendly event, and will be interactive and engaging, with Dr Harry Gaffney reading from the book, igniting curiosity amongst children about the human body and inspiring them to explore the world of science

through a craft-based activity.

There are two dates for the launch - Tuesday, August 15, at 10.30am aimed at under 6 year olds, and Saturday, August 19, at 10.30am for 6 to 10 year olds - with bookings available by contacting the Mount Gambier Library (08)8721 2540.

Tiny Adventures Inside of Me will be available for sale and signing with all proceeds from the book donated to the Children’s Research Foundation and other charities that work toward improving child healthcare and education.

Keep your head about you this swooping season

The transition from winter to spring means the weather is warming up, breeding seasons are starting and magpies will likely begin swooping to defend their young ones.

Department for Environment and Water principal ecologist Karl Hillyard said magpie breeding season typically happened between August and October.

Females will usually lay between three and five eggs before sitting on them for about three weeks until they hatch.

“During this time, male magpies take up the role of the protector, with some using swooping as a tactic to defend their nests,” Dr Hillyard said. “They will do this from the time the eggs are laid until the young birds are ready to fly, which is normally about four to five weeks after hatching.

“Although it can be frightening, swooping is nothing malicious. It is just part of a magpie’s natural instinct to protect their chicks.

“While not all magpies will swoop, those that do will attack anything they consider a threat, no matter if it’s another bird, a dog, or a human.”

Dr Hillyard said magpies were highly intelligent birds that had an excellent recall of faces and long memories. He said people who had been swooped before were likely to be swooped again because magpies generally returned to the same area to breed every year.

“However, magpies typically only defend within about a 100-metre radius of their nests so you can avoid getting swooped by taking a detour around known nest sites if you can,” Dr Hillyard said.

Magpies are not the only birds that swoop during their breeding season, but Dr Hillyard said they had gained the worst reputation.

The best way to avoid being swooped is to change your route but, if that is not possible, here are some other tactics:

• Travel in groups as swooping birds usually only target individuals.

• Carry an open umbrella above your head.

• Wear sunglasses and a broad-brimmed hat.

• If you ride a bike, walk it through a bird’s territory or have a flag on the back of the bike that is higher than your head.

• Do not act aggressively. If you wave your arms or shout, the birds will see you as a threat to the nest – not just this year but potentially for years to come.

• Walk, do not run.

• Avoid making eye contact with the birds.

• If you know of an area that has swooping birds, put a sign up to warn passers-by.

• Don’t feed swooping birds, this may only encourage the behaviour.

15,500 copies

Fighting fires with technology State Government investment in the South East region

For the first time in Australia artificial intelligence will be commercially used to detect and monitor bushfires and the South East will be the beneficiary of this game changing technology.

State Government upgrades of vital infrastructure to protect the South East – along with its $860 million forestry industry – will be in place in time for summer.

Delivering on a $2.346 million election commitment to upgrade the towers – Pano AI has been announced as the successful tender of the full camera-based fire detection system.

The project is being implemented in partnership with Green Triangle Forest Industries Hub (GTFIH), with $1 million of the funds targeting the new technology.

Green Triangle Forest Industries

Hub chair Cameron MacDonald (pictured right) welcomed the investment.

“It is vital as a rural sector that we to utilise leading technology as a key protection measure not only for our plantations but also

the communities that we live and operate in,” he said. “The nature of fire is such that it is critical coming into this next fire season that the whole community comes together to protect against potential fire threats and working closely with the State Government on maximising our fire defences is an important part of that.”

The transition to the AI powered bushfire detection and monitoring system, will result in an Australian first fully integrated active bushfire detection platform utilising satellite technology, ultra-HD 360-degree panoramic cameras and AI aimed at improving early detection of fires.

Pano AI chief commercial officer Arvind Satyam described South Australian Minister for Forest Industries Clare Scriven and Cameron MacDonald as trailblazers in leveraging modern technology to combat the growing threat of bushfires.

“When Pano detects a fire threat through an AI algorithm, our 24/7 human intelligence centre confirms the fire and sends an alert within minutes, helping customers and authorities by rapidly sharing real-time intelligence to their extended and remote teams, enabling a fast, safe and coordinated response,” Mr Satyam

Early detection is the key element of the Green Triangle Forest Industry’s rapid response fire management process, helping to identify and extinguish any potential fire outbreaks before they

become a threat.

The new system follows technology trials conducted at The Bluff, Penola North and Mt Burr towers along with a further industry funded camera at Centenary Tower during the 2022-23 fire season. Installation work on the cutting-edge system is expected to commence shortly and be in place in time for the 2023-24 fire season.

SA Premier Peter Malinauskas (pictured left) said the Green Triangle plantation forest region was one of the powerhouses of the Australian forest and forest products industry.

“The South Australian portion of the region contributes more than $860 million to South Australia’s gross state product annually, making it one of the state’s most productive sectors,” the Premier said. “It is therefore essential that we continue our commitment to protect not only the region’s forest estate, but more importantly those that live and work in the region. Implementing this Australian first technology improves the safety of

all.”

Other tower upgrade works including access infrastructure is already underway with the design for the new Penola North Tower now complete. The new tower is also expected to be operational in time for the forthcoming fire season.

Minister Scriven said South Australia’s $1.4 billion forest industry has had a long and strong history of embracing cutting edge technology and the implementation of Pano’s AI fire detection system continues this proud legacy.

“Unfortunately, fire doesn’t recognise boundaries so this collaborative State Government/ industry initiative in utilising this ground-breaking technology helps us to ensure the best fire management tools are at our disposal,” she said. “This is a system that isn’t just for the benefit of the Green Triangle Forest region but is a win-win for all other landscape users, primary producers, and local communities.”

Plaza Kiosk

Naracoorte Woolworths

Nelson Roadhouse

Penola Australia Post

Penola IGA

Penola Shell

Port MacDonnell General Store

Portland IGA

Portland Woolworths

Robe BJ’s Newsagency

Robe Foodland

South End General Store

Tantanoola Road House

Tarpeena Australia Post

As

So near yet so far Pioneers bow out of finals race in nailbiting contests

Both the Castec Rural Supplies

Mount Gambier Pioneers men and the OneFortyOne Mount Gambier Pioneer women have fallen agonisingly short of claiming history making NBL1 South title deciders.

The men took to the Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre court on Friday night, hosting the Knox Raiders, who had finished two games clear on top of the standings.

It turned out to be quite the defensive, physical and lowscoring grind for a lot of the night with so much riding on the result,

and at no point did more than seven points separate the two teams.

It was the home side leading 22-20 by the end of the first quarter before the two teams only combined for 25 points in the second stanza.

The Pioneers did manage to lead by as many as seven points during the term, but Knox hit back with a 7-0 scoring run and by the main break, the Pioneers were clinging to the 34-33 advantage.

The tussle intensified in the third quarter with the lead for either team never more than three points with the Pioneers still clinging to the one-point advantage by three quarter-time.

It was a threepoint bomb early in the fourth quarter that pushed Knox out to a four-point lead before Titus Robinson blew a wide open dunk attempt for Mount Gambier when he just simply tried to throw it down too hard.

Wayne Stewart Jr stretched the Raiders lead out to five soon after, then Austin Rapp made it six with 5:30 to play.

With three minutes to play it was Feagin again who came up big to keep the Knox lead at six but

Mount Gambier fired back with the next four points from Nick Marshall and Austin Shelley.

Eventually it was a huge jumper with a minute to go from Feagin that kept the Raiders four points to the good that sealed the deal, and even his missed dunk on the buzzer couldn’t dent the celebrations with the five-point win with Knox the first team into the grand final.

Marshall (pictured right) finished with 15 points and seven rebounds for the Pioneers with Robinson delivering 15 points and eight boards, Jacob Lampkin 13 points and eight rebounds, and Austin Shelley nine points and two boards.

It was just as heartbreaking for the girls as they almost inflicted Bendigo’s first loss of season 2023 before falling one point shy, 97-96, on the road.

Kelly Wilson hit the winning bucket to advance the Braves to the grand final.

On the back of losing last year’s NBL1 South Grand Final to the Ringwood Hawks, the Braves have put together a perfect season winning 22 regular season matches and then advancing to the preliminary final beating the Waverley Falcons.

However, the Pioneers were going to be no pushovers in the preliminary final at Red Energy Arena after finishing the season in second place at 17-5.

The girls did have a slip up in the qualifying final against the Geelong United Supercats, but hit back at home last Friday night against the Ringwood Hawks to book in their preliminary final position.

The Pioneers started the game impressively to lead by as much as

nine points in the opening quarter but the Braves were able to work back into the contest and by quarter-time, scores were level at 24-24.

Bendigo then threatened to put the game to bed in the second quarter like they’ve done so often this season. The Braves took charge going on a 10-0 run and ended up outscoring the Pioneers 30 points to 17 for the period to go into the half time break in control at 54-41.

It was going to take a huge effort from the Pioneers to give themselves the chance of a remarkable upset, but that’s exactly what they did in the third quarter.

Gifts and decor for all occasions

Chapmans Newsagency not just any newsagency

The Pioneers outscored the Braves 25 points to 14, and then kept the momentum going into the fourth quarter to grab the lead with the Braves rattled with a string of uncharacteristic turnovers and blown layups.

Mount Gambier went on to lead by six by the time Zitina Aokuso knocked down a three-pointer with 3:30 on the clock.

Suddenly it was the Braves who needed to respond and Amy Atwell did hit a three, but Isabella Brancatisano kept Mount Gambier up five with the answering bucket.

Haliegh Reinoehl and Atwell then traded three-pointers for their respective teams but when Atwell nailed another for Bendigo with 1:30 remaining, the undefeated Braves had reclaimed the lead.

Cassidy McLean then stretched that lead out to five but again Mount Gambier answered firstly with a three-point play from Sherrie Calleia and then two free-throws from Miela Goodchild.

It was then the remarkable Wilson who pulled up for a midrange jumper that never looked like missing to put Bendigo back in front by a point, and then when Goodchild turned the ball over, the Braves were able to run down the clock and advance to a second consecutive title decider.

Amy Atwell came up huge when it mattered most for Bendigo with some huge fourth quarter shots on her way to 33 points, four steals, three rebounds and two blocks on 4/8 three-point shooting.

The Pioneers went ever so close to what would have been a remarkable win with Cassandra Brown (pictured above left) finishing with 22 points, five rebounds, two assists and two steals on 10/15 shooting.

Brancatisano added 20 points, six rebounds and three assists, Goodchild 17 points and three boards, Reinoehl 15 points, eight rebounds and four assists, Calleia 13 points, six boards, four assists and three steals, and Aokuso nine points and five rebounds.

POOL SPAS & SWIM SPAS

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

Why

1. Convenience:

2. No Direct Contact:

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

3. Security:

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

4. We can come to you:

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

UniSA 2023 Awards & Grants Dinner

Unseen works set to debut at Hamilton Gallery

Inspired by Hamilton local Dr Elizabeth Arthur’s incredible book on this fascinating artist, ROBERT MARTIENSEN: THE SECRET is the latest exhibition to be unveiled at the Hamilton Gallery. This exhibition presents original works by enigmatic artist Robert Martiensen and for the very first time, unveils an extensive selection of Martiensen’s major works, never before shown to the public.

In 2007, Robert Martiensen, a recluse, was found deceased in his derelict farmhouse in rural South Australia, revealing an astonishing secret. The property was filled with thousands of his paintings. The rescued collection and the enigmatic creator of the works inspired a study by Dr Elizabeth Arthur, as art consultant, and the resultant splendid book accompanies the exhibition. The artist emerges as an eccentric intellectual of obsessive passions.

For the very first time, this exhibition unveils an extensive selection of Martiensen’s major works, never before shown to the public.

ROBERT MARTIENSEN: THE SECRET

Exhibition Opening & Publication Launch

Friday, August 11

From 6pm

HG Symposium | The Art & The Artist

Saturday, August 12

10am

With guest speakers Dr Elizabeth Arthur, Art Consultant and Valuer, Professor Jenny Zimmer AM, Art Publisher and Associate Professor Anthony White, Art History, University of Melbourne.

Exhibition Dates

Saturday, August 12, to Sunday, October 29

1. Emily Nieuwerkerk (centre) & her parents

2. Thomas Bignell (right) & his family

3. The 2023 UniSA Mount Gambier Campus Scholarships’ Awards and Grants Dinner, in the Bob and Gayle Cowan Auditorium, with more than 100 people attending along with guest speakers UniSA Provost Professor Joanne Cysand Chief Academic Officer & South Australian Minister for Regional Development Clare Scriven

4. Paula McCubbin, Lillian Mawson & Deb Hosking

5. Minister Hon Clare Scriven MLC & UniSA regional manager Ian McKay

6. Maecho Ola (right), rom Naracoorte, with his parents

7. Marianne Tucker & Diana Osmond

8. Dr Colin Taylor & Samantha Zaadstra

9. Minister Clare Scriven & Petah Wood

10. Professor Joanne Cys & Sara Hawke

Looking for the best drops in the region

Entries now open for the 2023 Limestone Coast Wine Show

Entries for the 22nd Limestone Coast Wine Show are now open. Judging for the highly anticipated event will return to Terra Rossa territory at the Coonawarra Hall from Monday, October 16, with previous LCWS panel chair Philip Rich (pictured below) set to take over from Tasmanian winemaker Sam Connew as chief of judges.

Philip brings more than 25 years of experience as a passionate retailer, educator, wine show judge and wine writer.

A former general manager of wine for popular Melbourne and Sydney restaurants Chin Chin and Kisumé, Philip now divides his time between looking after France Soir’s 6000-bottle cellar and wine list, conducting wine tours to Burgundy, consulting to wine importers and retailers, and

contributing to the James Halliday Wine Companion.

“Philip has chaired a number of wine shows including the James Halliday Chardonnay Challenge and Yarra Valley Wine Show, Margaret River Wine Show, Mornington Peninsula Wine Show and The Australian Pinot Noir Challenge – he brings a wealth of experience to our wine show here in the Limestone Coast, and we’re thrilled that he’s taking the helm,”

LCWS committee member Ulrich Grey-Smith said.

Sweden-based international wine consultant Madeleine Stenwreth (pictured right) is this year’s Guest International Judge.

One of only two Masters of Wine in her country, Madeleine was named the 2022 ‘Swedish Wine Personality of the Year’ for being constantly at the forefront and

generously sharing her knowledge and passion across the wine industry.

“Madeleine consults to highprofile wine producers globally, inspiring and challenging them on style and quality, creating blends with the aim of expressing identity and character with a sense of place,” Ulrich said. “She also acts as an advisor and educator for export managers, sales and marketing teams, and is frequently invited to join winemakers in presenting their wines to the press, sommeliers, and trade internationally, where she contributes with an honest and objective opinion of the wines also within a global context.”

Madeleine has been a Panel Chair at the International Wine Challenge in London since 2013, and has also judged at prestigious wine competitions in Argentina, New Zealand, Portugal Challenge, Spain, Russia and Australia.

“Her experience is extensive, and her honest and objective feedback on our local wines will be invaluable,” Ulrich said.

The show’s Trophy Presentation Dinner will be held on Thursday, October 19, at Padthaway Estate, home of the multi-award-winning Landaire and Eliza wines which won four trophies at the 2022 Limestone Coast Wine Show.

Top level tennis headed to Limestone Coast

Opportunity for local players & ball kids to be part of State League All Stars program

Tennis SA has announced the Limestone Coast region will host the Tennis SA State League All Stars, as part of the 2023-24 State League season.

Tennis SA, in conjunction with the Naracoorte Lucindale Council and Lucindale Country Club, will host the event at the Lucindale Country Club on Saturday, November 25.

The State’s highest level competition will visit regional South Australia for the third time, following the highly successful events held in Port Lincoln and the Riverland in previous years.

Eight Tennis SA State League players will join six local tennis players to make two teams for the head-to-head which will feature singles, doubles and mixed doubles.

variety of community engagement and tourism activities while they

are in the region.

In an exciting new addition to the All Stars competition, local children are being encouraged to sign up as Ballkids. Come and try sessions will be held in September with a squad of 18 to be selected. One girl and one boy will then be chosen to be a part of the Adelaide International Ballkid Squad in 2024.

“We are thrilled to be announced as the host venue for the Tennis SA State League All Stars in 2023,” Lucindale tennis junior representative Eliza Handbury said.

“The development of our junior players is an area of focus for our tennis club.

“There are some really exciting experience for our up-and-coming

Naracoorte Lucindale Council CEO Trevor Smart said council was so pleased to be named as the host region for the Tennis SA State League All Stars.

“We can’t wait to welcome the players to town later this year and introduce them to all our region has to offer,” Mr Smart said.

“This will be a great spectacle and we hope to see the local community come along in full force.”

Tennis SA CEO Debbie Sterrey said they were thrilled to be taking the Tennis SA State League All Stars to the Limestone Coast later this year.

“The team in Lucindale have already welcomed us with open arms and we look forward to our players experiencing the same in November,” she said.

The schedule of events and players will be announced in the coming months.

Tennis SA State League All Stars, proudly supported by the Naracoorte Lucindale Council and Lucindale Country Club, will be held at the Lucindale Country Club, Lucindale on Saturday, November 25.

Join the conversation using #StateLeagueAllStars.

Laska salmon bake

1 small red onion, cut into thin wedges

4 (about 180g each) salmon fillets

270ml can coconut milk

185g jar Malaysian laksa paste

60ml (1/4 cup) gluten-free chicken stock

1 large lime, rind finely grated, juiced

1 bunch baby bok choy, quartered

1/2 cup fresh coriander sprigs

55g (1 cup) bean sprouts

1 long fresh green chilli, thinly sliced

200g bean thread vermicelli, blanched, to serve Lime wedges, extra, to serve

Method

Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan forced. Lightly grease a shallow ovenproof dish. Place the onion and salmon in the prepared dish. Place milk, laksa paste, stock, lime rind and juice in a large jug. Stir to combine. Pour the laksa mixture over the salmon and bake for 10 minutes. Add the bok choy to the dish. Bake for a further 5 minutes or until the salmon is just cooked through and vegetables are tendercrisp. Scatter the coriander, bean sprouts and chilli over the salmon. Serve with bean thread vermicelli and extra lime wedges.

Capturing beauty in the everyday

Pippin Ellis unveils her 2023 SALA exhibition at Hollick Estate

“With this work I was wanting to achieve a sense of ‘beauty in the everyday’. We can so quickly be caught up in wanting better experiences, more things, and forget how wonderful the small things are like a fresh cup of tea, a good book, our own diverse community and the beauty in ourselves.” Those are the words of Limestone Coast artist Pippin Ellis as she unveils her latest exhibition as part of South Australian Living Artists (SALA) festival.

It is not Pippin’s first rodeo when it comes to being part of the month long SALA event with her 2023 exhibition being hosted at Hollick Estate – a venue where she has forged a strong relationship since returning to the region.

“I have been part of SALA since 2018, exhibiting in Adelaide 2018 and 2019 and then throughout the Limestone Coast including The Riddoch Art Gallery and now in 2023 at Hollick Estate,” Pippin said. “I have hosted SALA festival workshops and residencies during this time. SALA is such an important time for artists to showcase their work in South Australia and for emerging artists to have their work exhibited and seen. As well as exposing communities in metropolitan and rural areas to different arts practices, workshops, exhibitions and residencies.”

Pippin’s long standing relationship with Hollick made it the perfect venue for this latest exhibition.

“Hollick Winery reached out to me earlier in the year to organise an exhibition for SALA and of course I said yes,” she said.

The exhibition is a collection of new work. “I have pulled back parts of my painting and practiced a more minimalistic approach,” Pippin said. “Giving these artworks a clean and simplified aura, easy to take in and lovely to sit with. With our busy lives I wanted to create something that still incorporates my love of colour pattern and culture into an artwork that wasn’t quite so busy, something to calm and connect our mind and emotions with. As the exhibition goes on I will be adding new pieces to the

Pippin is a multidisciplinary artist, who is constantly looking to evolve.

“I am fascinated by the diverse tapestry of everyday life, people around the world, the power of women and finding beauty in the simplest and smallest moments,” she said. “I have a strong belief that tapping into your inner child when creating art is essential for my practice. Helping me to unlock a world of true imagination, playfulness and giving myself the freedom to create whatever I feel like.

“I do not like to fit into a box and I love to try new things in my art practice, connecting through different themes and materials constantly. I am creative, allowing me to venture into uncharted boundaries, unravelling fresh narratives and embracing different mediums.”

Given her current role as a full time secondary English and Humanities teacher in Mount Gambier, Pippin is in the throes of reassessing her art practice and the role it will play going forward.

“I am a passionate teacher and try to weave a sense of imagination and creation into all my lessons,” she said. “I am reflecting on my practice and looking at new ways of developing my skills. I am a firm believer we should all be lifelong learners, whatever that may look like for each individual person. I am always wanting to learn new things and gain more experience. I am hoping to educate myself further in pottery and textiles through

ART AWARDS

RIDDOCH ARTS & CULTURAL CENTRE • MOUNT GAMBIER

Until August 27

WINDOW TO SALA

THE RIDDOCH CULTURAL & ARTS CENTRE (WINDOW DISPLAY) MOUNT GAMBIER

Until August 31

SCIENCE & ENGINEERING

CHALLENGE

WULANDA RECREATION & CONVENTION CENTRE

MOUNT GAMBIER

August 16

HEARLTINES

MILLICENT GALLERY

Until September 10

KALANGADOO WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE 110 YEARS

RIDDOCH MEMORIAL INSTITUTE

KALANGADOO August 9

TO THROW A SHADOW • MEAGAN TREADER EXHIBITION

KATHLEEN EDKINS GALLERY & SOUTHLINK • MOUNT GAMBIER

Until September 3

Send details of your community event to editorial@lifestyle1.net

SOUTH EAST ART SOCIETY OPEN

Sharing the stories of inspirational women

Liz Harfull returns to region to launch new book

Mount Gambier Library will host bestselling author Liz Harfull with her latest release A Farming Life; Tales of Resilience from Inspiring Rural Women on Thursday, August 17, at 7pm. A Farming Life shares the fascinating true stories of women from six rural families as their resilience is tested by personal loss, illness, fractured relationships, natural disasters, and the challenges that come with working in a traditionally male-

Chicken satay rissoles

500g chicken mince

1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/3 cup sweet chilli sauce

2 green onions, chopped

2 tsp grated fresh ginger

3 garlic cloves, crushed

1 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp peanut oil

1 brown onion, thinly sliced

4 makrut lime leaves, deveined, thinly sliced

1 stalk lemongrass, trimmed, finely chopped

1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter

2 tbsp brown sugar

dominated world. “Making a living on the land in Australia can be tough at the best of times, but the last few years of seemingly endless droughts, floods and bushfires – not to mention the pandemic – have made it even more difficult,” Liz said.

Local readers will be interested to note that one of the stories is of Nancy Withers, one of Australia’s most highly regarded

Kelpie breeders and trainers from Sandford Victoria. Nancy’s family roots lie deep in the volcanic soils of Mount Gambier and in the faming districts of the Limestone Coast from the late 1850s. Nancy’s chapter is rich in local history with firsthand memories of growing up in the region, with many local families and businesses referenced. Nancy’s story is triumphant, however, along the way loss and illness have taught her to make the most of every day.

Skilfully woven together by the veteran storyteller, these accounts are hardworking and powerful examples of resilience in action, at a time when many of us are searching for inspiration. Liz is passionate about telling the stories and unearthing the histories of the extraordinary everyday people who make up our communities.

ACROSS

1) Eight ball’s rebound

6) Shower with affection (with “on”)

10) Dillon on “Gunsmoke”

14) Long way from slim

15) Dress, as in one’s Sunday best

16) Miscellaneous collection

17) Cope

20) Nice leisurely walk

21) Like some positions

22) “To your health!”

25) Took a stab at

26) Common ‘70s hairstyle

30) Common one of ancient Rome

32) Type of trial or diagnosis

35) Rub the wrong way

41) Coroner

43) Resurrection Day

44) Makes larger in stature

45) “Normal” starter

47) Ushers do it

48) Papas’ counterparts

53) Aquatic South American rodent

56) Paper-folding art

58) Like a proper marching band

63) Certain crime solver

66) Features

67) Brother of La Toya

68) Laptop instruments of yore

69) Saucy or spirited 70) Dental woe 71) Exercise, as influence

1) Oft-filleted fishes 2) Help in the wrong way 3) Caboose place 4) Norway’s biggest city

7) Sound of admiration

8) Aquarium reptile

9) Certain sword

10) Wisdom tooth, e.g.

11) It can keep you out of jail

12) What every film has

13) Monkeyed around (with)

18) Sort or type

19) Red, carpenter or velvet

23) Certain gem

24) Quickly, musically

26) Cartoon coyote’s favorite company

27) Circus bug

28) Frees (of)

29) Tending to a problem

31) Hillside, to the Scottish

33) Rocks in a glass

34) Bellyache

36) Anti-smoking org.

37) Picky criticisms

38) You can get down on one

39) Chanteuse Home

40) Formerly, in days of yore

42) Revealing photo?

46) Like vinegar

48) Finish a wet, messy job

49) Ceased lying?

50) Athlete running 5,280 feet

51) Feed livestock

52) _ fly (RBI source)

54) A la mode item, sometimes

55) Family man

57) Prefix with “physical”

59) Underworld river

60) Spare item

61) Lasting starter?

62) Mosquito, gnat or fly

64) Bible verb ending

65) Stocking stuffer?

1 cup Massel Chicken Style Liquid Stock

165ml can coconut milk

Steamed jasmine rice, to serve

Sliced cucumber, to serve

Sliced red chilli, to serve

Fresh coriander sprigs, to serve

Method

Place mince, breadcrumbs, half the sweet chilli sauce, green onion, ginger, half the garlic and half of the soy sauce in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well to combine. Shape mixture into 12 rissoles. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook rissoles for 4 to 5 minutes each side or until browned. Transfer to a plate. Add onion to pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes or until onion just starts to soften. Reduce heat to low. Add lime leaves, lemongrass and remaining garlic. Cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add peanut butter, sugar and remaining sweet chilli sauce. Cook for 30 seconds. Gradually stir in stock. Scoop any cream off top of coconut milk and add to pan with remaining soy sauce. Bring to a simmer. Return rissoles to pan. Simmer, covered, for 10 to 12 minutes or until rissoles are cooked through and sauce has thickened. Add remaining coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve rissoles with rice, cucumber, chilli and coriander.

She has written two international prize-winning books about Australian home cooks and show cooking traditions The Australian Blue Ribbon Cookbook and Tried, Tested and True, and two bestsellers capturing the life stories of rural women, Women of the Land and City Girl, Country Girl.

Her most recent book, The Women Who Changed Country Australia, celebrated the centenary of the Country Women’s Association in New South Wales, where the iconic women’s movement started.

This a free event with bookings available by contacting the Mount Gambier Library on (08)8721

2540 or book online at www. mountgambier.sa.gov.au/library under ‘Programs and Events’.

Bringing SPOOKY to the stage

“Why wouldn’t you want to spend an evening with The Addams Family?” That is the question being posed by St Martins Lutheran College drama teacher and musical director Andy Ahrens.

The school is deep into rehearsals for its biannual musical and it is the cult classic The Addams Family that is set to hit the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre stage on August 10 and 11.

The play is based on the 1964 television show, with the musical being a dark comedy

with acceptance and love at its heart and the St Martins Lutheran College version has been a project five months in the making.

“It’s a full-scale production,” Mr Ahrens said.

“There are shorter versions of the Addams Family, we are not doing that; we are doing what you would see on Broadway, so, we have got the full orchestra.

“You do not see musicals in Mount Gambier very often, so this is an opportunity for people to get

their musical fix. To me it’s a no brainer.”

The biannual musical is a hallmark of the St Martins community and is one of the most loved traditions of the college. The event always draws a large audience of families, friends and community members who are keen to see what the college has put together.

Two years ago the college brought Shrek to life on stage.

The 2023 musical stars Year

Cooking up a storm at Port MacDonnell

The Port MacDonnell Community Complex welcomed the return of its Winter School Holiday Program at the end of July which proved popular with locals. Children gathered at the Community Complex to participate in a range of craft activities including making letter boards, tissue paper jars, creating hanging frames, and designing beaded pipe cleaners.

Delicious smells enticed many to visit the Community Complex as program participants cooked pizzas and baked biscuits. All pizzas were enjoyed at lunchtime while those making biscuits were kind enough to take their baked goods home to enjoy with their families. After cooking and crafts, some stayed and enjoyed other facilities at the Community Complex. The Lego table was popular with children with an urge to continue creating and the 8-ball table was well used while waiting for food to cook. There was friendly competition had on the numerous video game consoles in the Youth Area of the Community Complex which included Playstation, Wii, desk top computers and iPads. Some opted for a quieter activity like reading a book within the library section.

Stay up to date with kids activities at the Port MacDonnell Community Complex on Facebook or speak to the Community Complex staff on (08) 8738 3000.

COOKING & CRAFTS: (Below from left) Will, Kenzie, Ella, Keeley with their Letter Boards that they made; Beau, Tilly, Banks and Annabelle eating their pizzas that they cooked & Cora, Maddison and Summer making their tealight lanternsand (right) Ethan playing with the Lego that he built

10 students Lauren Agnew as Morticia, Josh Tilley as Gomez Addams, Tia Lawrie as Wednesday and Year 9 student Jacob Halleday as Pugsley.

Supporting the Addams Family are the characters of Uncle Fester, Lurch, Grandma and 17 ancestors who play ghosts of past family members.

As well as the actors, the college instrumental students make up the orchestra who perform live with the cast.

The musical arrives on the back of the success of the Netflix series ‘Wednesday’.

“We have had The Addams Family on our minds for a few years now, so selecting it prior to the Netflix series being released was a bonus,” Mr Ahrens said.

The Addams Family hits the stage on Thursday, August 10, and Friday, August 11, with tickets available to purchase on the Country Arts SA website.

BrainTeaser

1. Who scored the first two goals in the Matildas’ crucial 4-0 victory over Olympic champions Canada?

2. Author Eleanor H. Porter created which popular children’s character in her 1913 novel characterised by her eternally optimistic attitude?

3. It’s A Hard Knock Life & Maybe are two songs from which musical?

4. What was the name of Helen Keller’s first teacher and longtime friend?

5. Name the four children of the title family in the nostalgic TV series

The Sullivans.

6. Julie Newmar was the first actress to play which superhero opposite Adam West’s Batman in the 1960s TV series?

7. The College Dropout was the debut studio album for which rapper?

8. US presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is currently serving as the Governor of which State?

9. What is the capital of Cuba?

10. Augusto Pinochet was a general and dictator of which country for 17 years – it’s longest serving leader in history?

11. Padam Padam is the most recently released single from which pop princess?

12. The Ganges River flows through which country?

13. Which Danny Boyle directed movie won the 2009 Best Picture Oscar?

14. In which event does Australian athlete Peter Bol specialise?

15. Crypto.com Arena – the home court of the LA Lakers and LA Clippers was previously known by which name?

16. Who is the head coach of the Opals?

17. In which Australian State would you be if you were visiting Coober Pedy?

18. Who is the Victorian leader of the Opposition?

19. Retiring after the Fifth Ashes

Test – what was Stuart Broad’s Test wicket tally at the end his career?

20. The prehistoric monument Stonehenge is in which UK country?

21. Who won the 2023 Gold Logie?

22. Jesinta Franklin won which title in 2010?

23. Which batsman scored the first ever double century in One Day International (50 over) cricket?

24. A Promised Land is a memoir by which former US President?

25. How many gold medals did Australia win at the 2023 World Swimming Championships?

26. How many items make up a baker’s dozen?

27. Which type of pastry is used to create croissants?

28. In the British created children’s TV show, how many Teletubbies were there?

29. Who voices Bluey’s teacher Calypso in the popular animated series?

30. Who won the Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent at the 2023 Logies?

31. Who was the leading wicket taker in the 2023 Ashes?

32. Which city is hosting the 2023 World Athletics Championships?

33. What colour is the star in the centre of the Moroccan flag?

34. How many sides does an octagon have?

35. Thor is a god from which

culture’s mythology?

36. Which city does the landmark The Acropolis overlook?

37 Men’s tennis world number one Carlos Alcaraz was born in which country?

38. What is the capital of Portugal?

39. How many sheets of paper make up a ream?

40. Who is the current coach of the Richmond Football Club?

ARIES (March 21- April 20)

Lucky Colour: Rose

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 2-4-3-5

Lotto Numbers: 2-14-22-23-33-41

Health should be good, however a lot of upheaval going on around you, and although it should not involve you personally it will have an effect. Travel is indicated and should be romantic.

TAURUS (April 21- May 20)

Lucky Colour: Yellow

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 1-2-3-3

Lotto Numbers: 1-6-12-13-26-41

Most will be making the right moves to improve the financial picture. A romantic and passionate period is indicated. A missed career opportunity will come back.

GEMINI (May 21- June 21)

Lucky Colour: Green

Lucky Day: Wednesday

Racing Numbers: 1-2-3-2

Lotto Numbers: 1-12-23-32-40-44

A romantic and busy period although family could create a problem. Old friends get in touch and a contact from you past may annoy. Health should improve.

CANCER (June 22- July 22)

Lucky Colour: Grey

Lucky Day: Monday

Racing Numbers: 1-2-1-2

Lotto Numbers: 1-11-20-29-30-37

A very important period coming up; those in a position of responsibility or authority may have to speak their mind to keep control. Don’t listen to gossip or pass it on.

LEO (July 23- August 22)

Lucky Colour: Ivory Lucky Day: Thursday

Racing Numbers: 3-8-3-2

Lotto Numbers: 3-10-12-21-30-42

A friend you helped in the past could surprise you with a reward career; opportunities are around; some could have hidden talents. An important person could take a big interest in your ideas.

VIRGO (August 23- September 23)

Lucky Colour: Ivory

Lucky Day: Thursday

Racing Numbers: 2-4-9-3

Lotto Numbers: 2-5-14-23-30-41

Unwise to take people into your confidence. However, keep your ears tuned in to all around you. Luck is on your side and the past will have a big impact on your future decision making.

LIBRA (September 24- October 23)

Lucky Colour: Pink Lucky Day: Thursday

Racing Numbers: 1-4-1-9

Lotto Numbers: 1-11-14-28-37-40

This should be a very good period for money and love; perhaps a new romance could bring exciting highs. A surprising upturn in career, news.

SCORPIO (October 24- November 22)

Lucky Colour: Yellow

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Racing Numbers: 1-6-2-8

Lotto Numbers: 1-16-28-36-38-44

A partner could disagree with your point of view and another’s plans may have to be considered. Don’t take sides to avoid being caught in the middle of trouble.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23- December 20)

Lucky Colour: Green

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Sudoku

Racing Numbers: 12-1-10-1

Lotto Numbers: 20-25-30-33-40-43

A very busy period and happy time among friends and family. In career affairs you will soon be making progress and people could be taking a lot of notice so be on your guard and your best behaviour.

CAPRICORN (December 21- January 19)

Lucky Colour: White

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Racing Numbers: 5-1-1-4

Lotto Numbers: 5-11-27-35-42-44

Could be a frustrating period and be very careful when out driving; travel plans may have to be deferred or altered. Career plans made now will have a big impact later this year.

AQUARIUS (January 20- February 19)

Lucky Colour: Mauve

Lucky Day: Sunday

Racing Numbers: 2-7-6-5

Lotto Numbers: 6-16-22-23-36-37

Many will be improving their love relationships and career prospects look better also; taking more control of your life and finding out where your future lies.

PISCES (February 20- March 20)

Lucky Colour: Peach

Lucky Day: Tuesday

Racing Numbers: 5-10-9-4

Lotto Numbers: 2-12-18-27-36-40

Important people are more likely to support you. Exciting days when the unexpected could happen and improve your finances. Many could be in for a complete change of life style.

Answers: 1. Hayley Raso; 2. Pollyanna; 3. Annie; 4. Anne Sullivan; 5. John, Tom, Kitty & Terry; 6. Catwoman; 7. Kanye West; 8. Florida; 9. Havana; 10. Chile; 11. Kylie Minogue; 12. India; 13. Slumdog Millionaire; 14. 800m; 15. Staples Center; 16. Sandy Brondello; 17. South Australia; 18. John Pesutto; 19. 604; 20. England; 21. Sonia Kruger; 22. Miss Universe Australia; 23. Sachin Tendulkar; 24. Barack Obama; 25. 13; 26. 13; 27. Puff pastry; 28. Four; 29. Megan Washington; 30. Amy Shark; 31. Mitchell Starc; 32. Budapest; 33. Green; 34.

Eight; 35. Norse; 36. Athens; 37. Spain; 38. Lisbon; 39. 500; 40. Andrew McQualter

Horoscopes with Sarah Kulkens

There

see – especially when it comes to our appliances. Now is the time to clean out the insides of these appliances. The crumbs tray of your toaster, the lint filter in your dryer, the inside of your kettle –when was the last time you gave any of these a clean?

Most cages are too small to allow birds to fly freely and can severely restrict their ability to exercise and express their normal behaviours. So, if birds are permanently confined to a cage, they should also have access to a flight aviary or be given regular opportunities to fly in a safe indoor environment outside their cage.

RIVERVIEW TERRACE, DARTMOOR

788 WANDILO FOREST ROAD, DISMAL SWAMP/WANDILO

E.O.I BY 12 NOON FRIDAY 18TH AUGUST 2023 15 ACRES

IDEAL LIFESTYLE ALLOTMENT

Welcome to the friendly township of Dartmoor. Dartmoor is community focused and offers all the amenities you require such as the General store, Primary School & Kindergarten, daily bus service, Hotel/motel, sporting club and of course the iconic Glenelg River. This 15 acre allotment, currently utilised as farm land is situated just off the princes Highway, is bitumen fronted with a fully equipped bore & power passing. This Allotment is an opportunity not to be missed, build your dream home with shedding (S.T.C.A). The perfect acreage for those wanting a small hobby farm.

$649,000 4-5

MODERN COUNTRY STYLE LIVING

2 6

Tastefully renovated family home, ideally located on 2.5 acres in the Dismal Swamp / Wandilo area. Features of this impeccable home include: New kitchen with electric cooking, dishwasher and walk in pantry, expansive open plan dining / living area warmed with a new slow combustion wood fire. 4-5 good sized bedrooms, 2 with BIR, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets, new flooring & window fittings throughout, bore & rain water, 2 car carport with an extra high clearance carport and a separate 3 bay garage with cement & power, a pit & workshop. 6.25 KW solar system with 3 batteries, new colour bond roof & insulation & new wiring throughout. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity.

8 WANDILO ROAD, SUTTONTOWN

AUCTION ( UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) ONSITE 1PM FRIDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER 2 2 2

ONCE IN A CENTURY OPPORTUNITY

After over a century within just one family, Green Triangle Real Estate are delighted to offer for sale 8 Wynham Road, Moorak. This well maintained, hidden gem awaits its new beginning ~ Solid stone home in highly sought after Moorak area on approximately 24 acres ~ Just minutes to schools, shops, the Mount Gambier CBD and a short drive to Port MacDonnell ~ kitchen with dishwasher & wood stove ~ separate dining area with slow combustion wood heating ~ 2 Generous sized bedrooms, main with ensuite and built in robes ~ Spacious formal lounge / dining with original polished floor boards & warmed with slow combustion wood heating ~ second living offers access to the main bathroom, laundry & the North facing verandah ~ 2 Bay garage with cement & power plus extra outbuildings for storage ~ new Bosch Comprest 3000, 270 Litre electric hot water service ~ 3kw Solar system ~ Bore & mains water ~ functioning outdoor toilet ~ established trees and shrubs surround the house and yard creating privacy, protection & a serene setting with a variety of fruit trees ~ room to expand and add your very own touch ~

207 & 209 COMMERCIAL STREET EAST, MOUNT GAMBIER

RELOCATION SALE

ALL OFFERS INVITED

CHARMING CIRCA 1879 FAMILY HOME

3 2 4

The owners have loved and nurtured the home for 30 plus years, presenting for sale a property full of character and the perfect combination of old-world charm and modern elegance ~ Open plan rustic country style kitchen and dining area featuring a large electric cooktop and double oven, an impressive timber breakfast bar, ample cupboard space and a spacious walk- in pantry. This area is warmed with a slow combustion wood heater ~ 3 bedrooms, main with a newly renovated ensuite with shower, toilet and vanity and a walk in wardrobe ~ The spacious lounge boasts elegance and charm with timber floorboards, an open fire, ornate cornice and a ceiling rose. The Main bathroom offers a bath, shower, toilet and vanity and an expansive laundry room.

Commercial Lease

P.O.A

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH COMMERCIAL STREET FRONTAGE

A fantastic opportunity exists to purchase two generous sized allotments with the possibility of three separate rental returns. Both allotments are situated at the Eastern end of the main Street of Mount Gambier offering two shop fronts, shedding, a work-shop, office and 3 bedroom stone home.

8 WYNHAM ROAD, MOORAK

Peacock stars

Silver medal at national titles

Chloe Peacock has returned home from the 2023 School Sport Australia 15 & Under netball national championships with a silver medal after Chloe and her South Australian team mates fell just two goals shy of claiming the gold medal in a tense grand final against Victoria.

The Kalangadoo junior and A Grade player, spent her time in the mid court for the SA team, playing mainly centre and wing defence as she used her athleticism, speed and smarts to great effect, attracting the attention of national talent identification selectors.

Chloe has thrived in the elite pathway environment since gaining selection in her first State team, taking advantage of the elite coaching and training and playing against some of the strongest players in the State and country to improve her own skills.

Taylor Marine Taylor Marine

M:

Students set to test their skills on the world stage

Two South West TAFE students will be plying their trades with the best in Australia at an upcoming national competition.

Beauty therapist Sophie Harry (pictured) and chef Chloe Graham will be competing in the WorldSkills Australia National championships in Melbourne on August 16-23 after winning their regional titles.

Ms Graham is the only Victorian in the cookery section and Ms Harry one of only two Victorians in the beauty therapy finals in the Australia-wide competition.

Ms Graham, who lives in Ararat and is a third-year commercial cookery apprentice at Waacks Bakery in Stawell, said that reaching the finals was a big thrill.

“Just being there will be a really good experience, winning would be a huge accomplishment and a real bonus,” she said.

Ms Graham attends South West TAFE in Warrnambool every two weeks and said her mentor Paul McLeod had helped her to prepare for the challenge. She also attended a training camp in June in preparation for the competition.

There will be 14 finalists in the cookery section who must cook tasty plates, main meals and entrees and a dessert and complete a skills test.

Ms Graham, 21, is looking forward to a long career as a chef. “There’s so much variety in what you do,” she said. “You can work anywhere and there are so many different types of cooking. At the moment I’m enjoying being in a bakery.”

Ms Harry completed her Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy last year and now works at the Wellness Centre in Warrnambool with one of her TAFE teachers, Debbie Ferguson.

“The course definitely prepared me well, especially because some of the teachers are still working in the field so you get current knowledge,” she said.

Ms Harry will be tested on waxing, tinting, facials, massage and nail enhancements.

“I feel privileged to be in the finals,” she said. “My teachers encouraged me to compete and I’m glad I did because it has been a great opportunity.”

They will be among 500 young people competing across all trade areas.

South West TAFE teacher Kate McBain has been appointed the Victorian team leader for the Hair, Beauty, Florist and Graphics sector, where she will look after the needs of students from around Victoria.

“I will be there to help them at the competition if they have any worries,” Ms McBain said.

It will be her first time in the role. “It’s a really big deal for the students and if they win as they get to go to France for the world finals.”

Held over three days at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, the WorldSkills Australia and the Victorian Careers and Employment Expo will see the country’s best trainees and apprentices go head-to-head in high-pressure skills competition. WorldSkills Australia championships operate on a two-year cycle.

Electricians, Fitters and Boilermaker

Day shift opportunities in Mt Gambier and surrounds. Enjoy lifestyle-friendly predictable rosters with no afternoon or night shift requirements.

Successful candidates will reap the benefits of predictable rostering, attractive salary arrangements, career growth opportunities in the progressive AAM Investment Group, and a supportive and skilled work team.

To learn more, you can access the position descriptions at: www.cooperhardiman.com.au/employment.php

Confidential enquiries are welcomed to Catriona Hardiman of Cooper Hardiman via mobile 0448 971 711 or email catriona@cooperhardiman.com.au

ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIPS MOUNT GAMBIER

Borg is an innovative and progressive multi-disciplined company within the Manufacturing, Engineering, Construction and Building industry. We boast a strong and ever growing team with over 2,200 employees Australia wide. As one of the largest and fast growing manufacturing companies in Australia, we offer job security and long term career opportunities.

Are you looking to finish school at the end of the year and kick-start your trades career? Do you want a hands-on job, working with an amazing team who will mentor and support you to become a great tradie? If you are dedicated and hard-working, we may have the perfect opportunity for you.

As part of our annual apprenticeship intake, our Mount Gambier facility is now recruiting for this years’ apprentice fitters and electricians.

Becoming an Apprentice with Borg enables you to gain invaluable experience and a national qualification whilst getting paid well above Award wages to do it.

For more information and to submit an application, please visit the Borg Careers webpage https://careers.borgs.com.au

Applications close 5:00pm, Friday 01 September 2023.

Borg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Inspirational leader celebrates 350

East Gambier premiership captain Tarsh McCallum more than just a star player

Tarsh moved her way through the junior age groups at East, earning a senior berth as a 15 year old, debuting in A Grade as a 17 year old and becoming a permanent fixture in that A Grade line-up when she was 18.

The Bulldogs had to do without their mid court star on the rise from 2011-2014 when she moved to Adelaide for university and when she returned in 2015, she had an immediate impact and has been racking up the accolades ever since.

She is a multiple Western Border Netball Association Team of the Year nominee; has played in two SA Country Championships winning A Grade teams and her accolades at club level are extensive.

Tarsh has coached the East A Grade team, coached other junior and senior teams and has been instrumental in bringing a professionalism to the training, match preparation and recovery to the club, utilising her skills as a physiotherapist to not only assist her own club with pre-game and training warm ups and recovery sessions but passing on her knowledge to clubs across the region.

Of her 350 games as a Bulldog, already 200-plus are as a senior player and she was acknowledged for joining that elite club at the 2022 Western Border presentations.

Tarsh is a hard running mid courter who works well in small spaces but also uses her pace to great effect to drive hard down court and connect with her

Double delight for Roos

Isobel

Isobel (pictured right with her team mates) joined the West Gambier Family in 2021 as part of the Under 11 team and this season ahs graduated to the 13B team, learning the ropes with Michelle and Kirra. She is a quiet achieve, encourages her teammates, soaks in all the directions given at training and game day and then applies it on the court. Last year she played mostly in the midcourt, this year she has claimed the goal shooter bib and has made it her own.

Sara

Sara (pictured far right with President Kate Carraill) joined the West Gambier Family in 2021 as part of the Under 11 team and has graduated to the 13A line-up this season . Sara is an amazing player with a massive future that can play anything and anywhere. She has the ability to shoot from anywhere in the ring, she moves effortlessly around the court and is an extremely strong defender. She has taken every challenge that she is given and shines, she is a stand out player every week and dominates in the goals week in week out.

goalers.

She works just as hard without the ball as with it and has brought that strong defensive mindset to her team mates.

Tarsh is a leader on court, always providing encouragement and motivation to her team mates and she is one of the most respected players in the Western Border Netball Association.

East Gambier Netball Club president Dani Waters ran out of superlatives to describe this valued club member.

“She goes above and beyond for the members, players and

families at East and has dedicated her time, energy and love to us; as a coach and committee member and friend and has contributed to the growth and promotion of netball in our community, illuminating the path for young girls to pursue their dreams and reminding us all that hard work and perseverance can lead to extraordinary achievements,” Waters said. “Achieving 350 games is no small feat. It takes unwavering dedication, teamwork, countless memories, friendships forged, and the invaluable life lessons learned,

it becomes a passion, you are more than just a player; you are a role model, an ambassador, and a symbol of what it means to love and excel in the sport of netball.

“Congratulations on this incredible milestone, and here’s to many more games filled with triumphs, memories, and the sheer joy of playing netball, may your legacy continue to inspire generations to come.”

PHOTOS BY FRANK MONGER

South East Funeral Services

(08)

1 White Avenue, Mt Gambier SA 5290

8725 4333 Leading Professionals in Service and Care

“People you can trust”

Richards – 50 Game Milestone

Richards – 50 Game Milestone

MT GAMBIER

KNT Football

ROUND FOURTEEN

SENIORS

Mundulla 6.1 7.5

Lucindale 4.1 7.5

Best Mundulla: Jake McGrice, Reagan Tink, Nathan Studham, Harry Kuchel, Daniel Burgess, Jack Guy Lucindale: Lachie Jones, Bradley Agnew, Henry

Tregoweth, Josh Trembath, Hamish Gordon, Cody Clarke

Bordertown 2.1

Kingston 2.4

Best - Bordertown: Jacob Eats, Petros Politis, Lachlan Murch, Brent Shuttleworth, Jed Jarrett, Hayden Shuttleworth Kingston: Liam Braithwaite, Orestis Gambranis, Jacob Fisher, Chris Draper, Jack Harding, Chad Wood

Penola 4.5 8.7

Kybybolite 3.3 5.4

Goals - Penola: Bradley Bryant, Scott Merrett, Drew Clayfield, Jayden

Eldridge, Bradley Merrett, Gerard Merrett. Kybybolite: Angus McKenzie, Callum Masters, Alexander McKenzie, Billy Laurie, Remi Brown, Joseph

Schultz

Border Districts

Padthaway 3.3

(62)

Best Border Districts: Gabriel Burden, Jameson Bower, Isaac Hewson, Dylan

Schoenmakers, Mark Quinn, Zac Richards Padthaway: Jack Robinson, Rohan Longbottom, Riley Braybrook, Will Verco, Thomas Cooper, Jarryd

Dolling

Naracoorte 7.1

Keith

Western Border Netball

ROUND FOURTEEN

A GRADE

West Gambier 55 (T. Bryant, S. Ritter) d South Gambier 39 (G. Dalton, A. Duncan); North Gambier 47 (M. Griffith, B. Walters) d East Gambier 44 (R. Henke, B/ Creek); Millicent 77 (D. Tunkin, L. Van Eeden) d Casterton Sandford 34 (C. Humphries, M. Cleary)

A RESERVE

West Gambier 64 (C. Ransom, T. Earl) d South Gambier 43 (C. Muller, C. Ryan); North Gambier 56 (N. Fox, J. Little) d East Gambier 29 (B. Hicks, S. McKinnon); Millicent 75 (J. Sunderland, A. Pratt) d Casterton Sandford 47 (P. Murrell, K. Harvey)

B GRADE

Casterton Sandford 43 (T. Cleary, S. Richardson) d Millicent 40 (N. Domaschenz, K. Coghlan); South Gambier 47 (M. Glynn, S. Raedel) d West Gambier 44 (C. Carraill, K. Hunter); North Gambier 30 (K. Dyson, A. Redman) d East Gambier 22 (S. James, J. Clark)

(121)

(98)

Best - Naracoorte: Rory Taggert, Nathan Davey, James MacDonald, Mitch

Pulmer, Josh Gregg, Josh Cother Keith: Max Cunningham, Aydon Innes, Seb Schreiber, Will Schreiber, Blake Read, Jonathon Wilson

RESERVES

Naracoorte 5.11 (41) d Keith 44 (28)

Padthaway 12.17 (89) d Border Districts 2.4 (16)

Penola 17.16 (118) d Kybybolite 1.3 (9)

Kingston 8.10 (58) d Bordertown 1.5 (11)

Mundulla 10.13 (73) sd Lucindale 8.8 (56)

SENIOR COLTS

Bordertown 17.11 (113) d Kingston 4.2 926)

Padthaway/Lucindale 14.12 (96) d Border Districts 1.0 (6)

Kybybolite 11.11 (77) d Penola 4.3 (27)

Naracorote 13.18 (96) d Keith 0.1 (1)

JUNIOR COLTS

Naracoorte 9.12 (66) d Keith 0.1 (1)

Border Districts 5.9 (39) d Padthaway/Lucindale 4.3 (27)

Kybybolite 8.7 (55) d Penola 2.6 (18)

Kingston 6.9 (45) d Bordertown 3.3 (21)

Mid South East Football

ROUND FIFTEEN

SENIORS

Robe

Best -Robe: No detials available. Kongorong: Michael Waters, Lennox

Tyreese Newton, Matt Cordy, William von Stanke, Corben O’Dea

(74)

Best - Mt Burr: Jett Bowering, Calum Sparkes, Sam Wallis, Kallan Bevan, Josh Fiebig, Jack Gregory Glencoe: Thomas Edwards, Brodie Glynn, Darcy Williamson, Zacc Cocks, Dylan Childs, Harry Comley

Best - Pt Mac: Alex Ridding, Colby Munro, Joshua Woodall, Ned Wilke, Wade Chant, Christian Howlett Tantanolola: Jack Dawe, Braydn Reilly, Troy Hatt, Brandon Pitts, Hayden Brown Hatherleigh

Nangwarry

(154)

(38)

Best - Hatherleigh: Michael Telford, Jack Skeer, William Chay, Jed Telfer, Thomas Hutchesson Nangwarry: Jack Stocker, Luke Thomson, Thomas Vanderhorst, Logan Gibbs, Joel Virtanen

RESERVES

Hatherleigh 17.9 (111) d Nangwarry 5.6 (36)

Port MacDonnell 16.8 (104) d Tantanoola 6.3 (39)

Mt Burr 13.7 (85) d Glencoe 4.3 (27)

Robe 6.6 (42) d Kongorong 6.4 (40)

SENIOR COLTS

Hatherleigh 16.10 (100) d Nangwarry 5.7 (37)

Port MacDonnell 3.12 (30) d Tantanoola 3.7 (25)

Mount Burr 7.9 (51) d Glencoe 7.5 (47)

Kongorong 11.4 (70) d Robe 3.9 (27)

JUNIOR COLTS

Kongorong 10.9 (69) d Robe 1.3 (9)

Port MacDonnell 18.17 (125) d Tantanoola 0.0 (0)

Hatherleigh 15.11 (101) d Nangwarry 0.1 (1)

Glencoe 9.10 (64) d Mount Burr 2.2 (14)

MacDonnell 34; Glencoe

60 d Mt Burr 34; Robe 62 d

Kongorong 35

A RESERVE

Hatherleigh 57 d Nangwarry

31; Port MacDonnell 45 d

Tantanoola 43; Glencoe 52 d Mt Burr 36; Robe 81 d Kongorong 17

B GRADE

Hatherleigh 70 d Nangwarry

26; Port macDonnell 47 d

Tantanoola 37; Glencoe 55 d Mt Burr 33; Robe 59 d Kongorong 21

B RESERVE

Hatherleigh 86 d Nangwarry

12; Port MacDonnell 36 d

Tatnanoola 20; Mt Burr 40 d

Glencoe 30; Kongorong 49 d

Robe 28

17 & UNDER

Hatherleigh 68 d Nangwarry

28; Port MacDonnell 50 d

Tantanoola 40; Mt Burr 52 d

Glencoe 28; Kongorong 38 d

Robe 16

15 & UNDER

Hatherleigh 65 d Nangwarry

31; Port MacDonnell 88 d

Tantanoola 19; Mt Burr 46 d Glencoe 41; Robe 45 d

Kongorong 16

13 & UNDER

Hatherleigh 56 d Nangwarry

10; Port MacDonnell 34 d Tantanoola 24; Glencoe 47 d Mt

Indoor bowls

Kimberly-Clark Australia

Pennants - Round 12

Kilsby Shield

Commercial Club 67 d Wandilo

Water Rats 55, RSL & District 89 d Kongorong 30, Post-Tel 58 d Glenburnie 48, Mil Lel Byee

Malseed Shield

Blue Lake Bowlers Blue 54 d Saints 45, Moorak Blue 69 d Glencoe 57, Moorak Red 65 d Blue Lake Bowlers White 46

Shield QualificationPremiership Table after round 12

Kilsby Shield

Post-Tel 16 points, 123.54%; Commercial Club 16, 119.64; Wandilo Water Rats 14,118.77; Glenburnie 10, 120.48; Mil Lel 10, 100.39; RSL & District 6, 94.77; Kongorong 0, 47.35

Malseed Shield

Blue Lake Bowlers Blue 21, 132.21; Moorak Red 14, 104.04; Moorak Blue 12, 90.61; Blue Lake Bowlers White 10, 86.06; Saints 9, 99.07; Glencoe 6, 83.26

C GRADE Casterton Sandford 46 (E. Mutch, A. Spratling) d Millicent 45 (N. Winters, K. Lindner); West Gambier 45 (E. Phillips, E. Sutherland) d South Gambier 43 (M. Dalton, C. Dunn); East Gambier 35 (B. Jean, T. Janeway) d North Gambier 31 (S. Brown, H. Fox)

17 & UNDER

West Gambier 67 (L. Simpson, A. Pearson) d South Gambier 28 (S. Wight, S. Bartlett); Millicent 49 (L. Paul, A. Denton) d Casterton Sandford 47 (P. Carlin, I. Lane); North Gambier 48 (C. Mackereth, S. Brown) d East Gambier 31 (A. Lines, K. Nielson)

15 & UNDER A

West Gambier 47 (A. Allen, L. Pearson) d South Gambier 43 (L. Sneath, S. Grassi); Millicent 68 (B. Coghlan, P. Paul) d Casterton Sandford 11 (B. Carlin, M. Rees); North Gambier 67 (R. Darimaani, M. Human) d East Gambier 7 (S. Clark, T. Kemp)

15 & UNDER B

Millicent 74 (E. Walker, E. Crowe) d Casterton Sandford 6 (K. Vise, M. Ireland); West Gambier 49 (L. Buck, A. Reid) d South Gambier 8 (L. Milich, M. Bowering)

13 & UNDER A

North Gambier 50 (C. Grivell, J. Baron) d East Gambier 23 (M. Little, C. Little); Millicent 45 (I. Coghlan, L. Crowe) d Casterton Sandford 12 (M. Robbins, C, Kurzman); West Gambier 34 (E. McKenny, S. Richards) d South Gambier 30 (L. Noonan, Z. Cole)

13 & UNDER B

Millicent 39 (P. Johnson, B. Madden) d Casterton Sandford 25 (Y. Grigg, B. Mutch); East Gambier 24 (T. Olsen, I. Cook) d North Gambier 9 (A. Halloran, P. Lucas); West Gambier 29 (H. Jackson, I. Richards) d South Gambier 18 (E. McCracken, L. Dening)

11 & UNDER

Millicent 11 d Casterton Sandford 2; East Gambier 16 (H., Coote, A. Hannaford) d North Gambier 14 (D. Gabrielli, I. Clark); South Gambier 23 (C. Sims, M. Raedel) d West Gambier 9 (S. Carruthers, A. Stubbings)

Western Border Football

Best - Millicent: Frazer Bradley, Finn Grimes, Hamish McRae, Harry Tunkin, Clinton Gallio, Kade Bradley Casterton Sandford: Jarrod OBrien, Hamish

Michael Krieger, Zac Nash, Justin Carlin, Adam

Best - West: Michael Minuzzo, Tre Davis, Lawrence Bradley-Brown, Todd Lewis, Todd Mcpartlan, Joseph Ferguson-Lane South: Mitchell Sims, Oliver

Jed Sims, Nick Seager, Mitchell Harrold

Best North: Dale Bachmann, Sam Stafford, Cameron Ortlepp, Nick McInerney, Sam Zeitz, Toby de Wit East: Carl Slape, Angus Clarke, Sam Lock, Mark Rumbelow, Keenan Dwyer, Shaun Lock

RESERVES

Millicent 4.9 (33) d Casterton Sandford 2.7 (19)

East Gambier 15.14 (104) d North Gambier 4.5 (29)

West Gambier 12.3 (75) d South Gambier 8.4 (52)

UNDER 18

South Gambier 10.10 (70) d West Gambier 5.4 (34)

North Gambier 26.13 (169) d East Gambier 0.4 (4)

UNDER 16

North Gambier 6.8 (44) d East Gambier 3.5 (23)

South Gambier 10.9 (69) d West Gambier 2.7 (19)

Casterton Sandford 7.6 (48) d Millicent 5.7 (37)

UNDER 14

North Gambier 8.3 (51) d East Gambier 3.8 (26)

South Gambier 12.8 (80) d West Gambier 2.2 (14)

Millicent 14.5 (89) d Casterton Sandford 1.6 (12)

Bordertown 64 (N Twigden, A Sanders) d Kingston 40 (T Daniel, F Traeger)

Mundulla 44 (S Excell, A Croser) d Lucindale 33 (L Smith, M Walker)

B GRADE

Naracoorte 54 (B Currie, M Hoare) d Keith 53 (T Donaldson, K Willmott)

Border Districts 65 (L Michelmore, M Batson) d Padthaway 16 (E Williams, J

Gaussen)

Penola 72 (L Moore, A Copping) d Kybybolite 17 (E Bull, L Sandercock)

Bordertown 62 (K Rodert, K Schutz) d Kingston 38 (B Lucas, K Starling)

Lucindale 57 (V Clarke, M Thompson) d Mundulla 31 (A Grosser, T Hillier)

C GRADE

Naracoorte 25 (H Sambell, M Hanlon) d Keith 23 (A Challis, M Wilsdon)

Border Districts 49 (Z Grigg, J Pretlove) d Padthaway 36 (L Ward, N

McConnell)

Penola 53 (L Catlin, E Manarangi) d Kybybolite 23 (A Miles, L Palmer)

Bordertown 29 (A Deans, A Tink) d Kingston 26 (N Pink, S Miller)

Lucindale 28 (M Douglas, C Ryan) d Mundulla 27 (M Harris, T Schmidt)

DIVISION ONE

Naracoorte 47 (J Cox, L Pretlove) d Keith 46 (E Makin, K Lepley)

Border Districts 60 (M Batson, D Rata) d Padthaway 30 (M Rothe, A Frick)

Kingston 52 (A Mules, K Pilmore) d Bordertown 31 (C Twigden, Z Harvey)

DIVISION TWO

Keith 32 (T Evans, L Clark) d Naracoorte 30 (C Stewart, J Pettman)

Border Districts 62 (M Burke, G Mahney) d Padthaway 29 (H Edwards, G

Mathews)

Kybybolite 44 (E Barker, S Ratcliff) d Penola 17 (M O’Brien, M Bell)

Bordertown 49 (E Jozeps, A Parsons) d Kingston 22 (G Miller, L Harrison)

Mundulla 39 (J Altus, H Davis) d Lucindale 30 (E Pinchbeck, M Hann)

DIVISION THREE

Kybybolite 87 (J Tidy, B Porter) d Penola 15 (M Ellery, K Pitt)

13 & UNDER A

Naracoorte 38 (A Maresch, E Pretlove) d Keith 18 (I McLeay, K Evans)

Kybybolite 30 (I Harrison, P Wardle) d Border Districts 28 (W Zadow, H Braun)

Bordertown 35 (Z Phillips, E Twigden) d Kingston 15 (H Stewart, A Rasheed)

Mundulla 41 (W Durbridge, E Rowett) d Lucindale 21 (S Kiefel, R Williams)

13 & UNDER B

Naracoorte 24 (A McCarthy, M Thomson) d Keith 6 (P Kammermann, G Haines)

Padthaway 22 (G Moore, A Ortlepp) d Border Districts 2 (S Venables, S Martins)

Kybybolite 14 (G Teklemarian, M Doolan) drew Penola 14 (M Finch, C Schultz)

Usual suspects shine

Table tennis stars put competition on notice

Mount Gambier Table Tennis Club continued its Winter season last week, with some of the usual suspects serving notice to the rest of the competition that they mean business.

The first A Grade battle saw Sweet versus Sweet, with Three Stooges player Travis facing off against his mother Sirinat’s Wobblies.

The junior Sweet set the tone early with a 4-game win over Wobblies player Robin Pellen, and went on to keep his sheet clean including an anticlimactic triumph over Sirinat in the last rubber of the match.

Travis’ efforts ensured the Stooges marched to a convincing 7-4 victory, with Kevin Patzel also going undefeated on the night.

The second of the A Grade contests was even more lopsided, Leigh Barry keeping his singles record intact to power his Freeballers team to a resounding demolition job of Chandler Jantosh’s Wanderers by a scoreline of 9 rubbers to 2.

Barry was well supported by teammates Ward Freeman and Justin Hitchesson who also had solid nights for the victors, whilst the only positive for the Wanderers was Rohan Hardcastle’s gritty 5-game come-from-behind victory over Freeman.

The first B1 match was a tight tussle between Johnny McBain’s McHallebert and David HarrisJones’ Net Ninjas. The contest seesawed all night, a string of three victories for the Ninjas through the middle section of the match was swiftly cancelled out by three to McHallebert, giving the latter an unassailable six wins.

Net Ninjas player Harris-Jones scored a late consolation win over McBain in a dead rubber, making the scoreline appear closer than it

Clark wins her first Monthly Medal

Last Wednesday 38 ladies played in the August Monthly Medal Stroke competition, generously sponsored by Peter Jennings Pump, at the Mount Gambier Golf Club. The ladies played in lovely sunny but windy conditions and the course was at its best and presented fair and very playable, with the T Blocks and pins strategically position.

Winning her first Monthly Medal Vicki Clark (Handicap 27) played one under her Handicap recording 9927-72 Nett. Vicki won the August Monthly Medal plus a $40 Voucher for topping her Division 2 and she had a very good Front Nine with 45 off the stick plus 4 Pars.

Taking out second placing in Division 2 was Mary Kentish (Handicap 33) registering 107-33-74 Nett. Mary had 48 off the stick on the Front Nine but the long Back Nine ruined her card. Mary Parred the 1st, 6th and 16th Holes.

Carol Smith (Handicap 23) – 96-23-73, continued her burst of good form taking out Division 1 and played to her Handicap. Carol had a very consistent card with Front 9 46 off the stick and Back 9 50 off the stick = 96 plus 3 Pars. Carol also won the voucher kindly donated by Sorrentos which was handed out to the winner of Division 1 last week.

Second placing went to the most consistent lady golfer at the club – Faye Mainwaring (Handicap 15 ) 8815-73 Nett unlucky to lose on a countback to Carol. Six Pars were recorded on Faye’s scorecard. Faye once again won the monthly Putting competition with just 28 putts.

Eight balls were received by the lady golfers scoring Nett 74 down to Nett 78. In the speciality prizes for the Pro Shot on the 8th, Par 3 Hole went to Kate McCormick, who finished off her great shot with a birdie. Winners of the 2nd Shot on the 1st Hole were A Grade – Val Grubb, B Grade – Jess Parsons and C Grade – Mary Kentish.

Wednesday competition for this week will be the Final Round of the Hudson Plumbing and Roofing played in the stableford format.

AUGUST 5 RESULTS

Fourteen lady golfers teed off at the Mount Gambier Golf Club last Saturday participating in a Stroke Round plus Putting competition. The course was in immaculate condition and the weather was varied with

really was, Ninjas taking it out 6-5. Harris-Jones was the only player of either team to post a clean sheet.

Led by the formidable combination of Mark and Dale Bachmann, who both kept a clean sheet, I’ll Be Bach had no such difficulty taking care of Gary Hocking’s Late For Dinner in the second B2 match.

Dale Bachmann didn’t have it all his way in his encounter with Late For Dinner’s Eoin McIluff, the two combatants going tit for tat throughout until Bachmann eventually prevailed 13-11 in the deciding fifth game.

Ultimately I’ll Be Bach scored a landside 9-2 victory.

A brave Heather McGregor, usually playing in C Grade, dipped her toe into B2 competition when she was called on to fill in for the depleted Willies team for their match against Joel Shafer’s Campers.

McGregor looked like causing a major boilover at the very start, leading Campers player Lenny Van Der Linde by 2 games to nil.

Van Der Linde regained his composure however, wresting momentum in the third to eventually wear his opponent down and score a relieving 5-game victory.

Schafer went through the night undefeated as the Campers eventually posted a 7-4 win.

Marga Steele was the best performer for the Willies. The final B Grade contest of the night saw Allan Withers’ Jams lead from start to finish, running out comfortable 8-3 winners over Kylie Boston’s The Richards.

Jedda Hardcastle was the star of the night with a clean sheet for the victors, strongly supported by Withers, while Boston and Richard Horrigan fought valiantly for The Richards.

A fired up and vocal Matthew Scott did his utmost to lift his Mixed Up team against Tracey Rawlings’ Beware B Nice in their C Grade battle.

With overall scores locked away at 5 rubbers apiece going into the final rubber, Scott and Rawlings stepped in to square off for their respective teams.

Rawlings drew first blood, claiming the first game 11 points to 9, before Scott took control in the second, unsettling his opponent with his chaotic energy.

The pressure situation overcame Rawlings as she regularly missed regulation shots, gifting Scott an easy 4-game victory.

Bellissimo got off to the perfect start in their C Grade encounter with JAD’s Army, Pier Varasso and Annaliese Holtz victorious in their respective opening singles rubbers.

Holtz remarkably overcame a 2-0 deficit against the Army’s Angus Billing, storming home to claim a 5-game thriller.

Throughout the night just as one team appeared to gain the ascendency the other would fight back. Billing would be forced to play another 5-game energy sapper late in the piece, drawing on all his determination to overcome plucky newcomer Kobi Gilbertson. JAD’s Army player Jarrah Schafer was the hero of the night, maintaining a clean sheet to inspire his team to a close 6-5 win. 3-rubber winners:

• A Grade: Leigh Barry (Free Ballers); Travis Sweet, Kevin Patzel (Three Stooges).

• B1 Grade: David Harris-Jones (Net Ninjas); Mark Bachmann, Dale Bachmann (I’ll Be Bach).

• B2-Grade: Joel Schafer (Campers); Jedda Hardcastle (Jams).

• C Grade: Jarrah Schafer (JAD’s Army); Matthew Scott (Mixed Up).

drizzle and sunshine.

Taking out first place was Leanne Hunt (87-15-72 Nett). Leanne played consistent golf and had a great birdie on the 8th Hole. Second placing went to Bev Pedlar (95-22-73) who had a good round, however, she rued the 11th hole which ruined her chances of a more favourable scorecard.

MONTHLY MEDAL: Division 1 winner Carol Smith, Division 2 runner up Mary Kentish, Monthly Medal and Division 2 winner Vicki Clark & Division 1 runner up Faye Mainwaring

Blue Lake successfully hosts State event

SA Country Golf Week returned to the Limestone Coast last month

1. Blue Lake Golf Club members Helen Stratford & Geraldine Scott traversed the fairways and greens capturing photos of the event

2. Trudy Herbert found herself in a bunker

3. The stunning mural at the first tee, painted by Blue Lake Golf Club member Ronda Edwrads

4. A clutch putt for Sue Agars(& she made it).

5. Local golfers enjoying the social side of SA Country Golf Week

6.Heather Grace

7. Jane Hughes

8. Bronze Plate winner Bernadette Pedlar (right) of Blue Lake Golf Club with Golf SA State Manager Sarah Beelsey

9. Yvonne Tobin being presented with her shield.

Contingent of State players head north

Mount Gambier District Indoor Bowls Association boasts 22 players in State colours

The Mount Gambier District Indoor Bowls Association will once again provide a large contingent of players in the South Australian State team. Out of 52 players named in the SA team, 22 will represent the Mount Gambier District Indoor Bowls Association - a record number from the association. This year’s Australian National Indoor Bowls Championships will be played in Sippy Downs (Queensland) from August 14 to 18.

Mount Gambier’s state representatives for the 53rd Championships will include: Serena Bourn (Ladies Singles), Coehen Keppels (Men’s Singles), Keisha Pearson (Lead Ladies Fours), Fiona Pearson (Skipper Ladies Pairs), Zac Pearson (Skipper Men’s Pairs SA1) Daniel Langdon (Lead Men’s Pairs SA2), Tony Bowditch (Skipper Men’s Pairs SA2), Jennifer Bowering (Lead Mixed Pairs), Tim Radley (Lead Men’s Triples SA1), Gary Bowering (Second Men’s Triples SA1), Craig Pearson (Skipper Men’s Triples SA2), Emma Freemantle (Lead Ladies Triples), Trevor

Williams (Lead Men’s Fours), Thomas Butler (Second Men’s Fours), Nicola Bowditch (Second Ladies Fours SA1), Veronica Opie (Lead Ladies Fours SA2), Fiona Rochow ( Second Ladies Fours SA2), Shirley Gifford ( Third Ladies Fours SA2), Heather Glynn(Skipper Ladies Fours SA2), Bronwyn Hill (Lead Mixed Fours SA1), Nola Spencer (Second Mixed Fours SA2), Jos Breuker (Reserve).

MOUNT GAMBIER STATE REPS: The local representatives include Fiona Pearson, Veronica Opie, Gary Bowering, Craig Pearson, Nola Spencer, Nicola Bowditch, Zac Pearson, Fiona Rochow, Keisha Pearson, Coehen Keppels, Shirley Gifford, Tony Bowditch, Emma Freemantle, Serena Bourn, Heather Glynn, Jos Breuker, Jennifer Bowering, Thomas Butler, Bronwyn Hill, Tim Radley & Trevor Williams. Absent: Daniel Langdon

Honouring a much loved volunteer

Tribute hockey match for Annie Anderson

It was all things bright and colourful on July 29 at Blue Lake Sports Park, as the Lower South East Hockey Association farewelled a legend of their sport in style.

Annie Anderson was a much loved member of the LSEHA for many years, as a player, coach, and then servicing the region in her trusty delivery van, travelling far and wide in regional South Australia and Victoria. She was tragically killed in a car accident before the 2023 season commenced, and her absence has been felt by all who loved her across the hockey community.

Saturday night was a celebration of all things Annie, with an exhibition match arranged to give Annie’s friends and family the chance to join together to remember the bright and bubbly personality that won hearts wherever she went.

Annie’s parents were on hand to witness the celebration, and were touched by the outpouring of love for their daughter. As a testament to her enduring legacy, the LSEHA unveiled their permanent memorial to Annie.

English Rose to head up new team

Edwards wins par round

Blue Lake Golf Club ladies get back to business

The 4th and final round of the Metro Bakery and Cafe sponsored Silver Salver was played in par format at the Blue Lake Golf Club last Wednesday.

Once again the going was tough to score well for the majority even though the sun was shining but the wind was still chilly and fairways heavy underfoot.

It was pleasing to see 24 played with quite a few still away in the warmer climes and the best score came from recent winner of the State Bronze Plate tournament played late July, Division 2 player Bernadette Pedlar.

search of the leading candidate to align with this historic opportunity. Ultimately, Neville’s experience and dynamic personality perfectly aligned to lead the new team.

Adding further suitability for the role, Neville already has direct experience within the Suncorp Super Netball competition, serving as an Assistant Coach to the Adelaide Thunderbirds, playing a key role during their successful 2023 Championship season.

Neville also boasts an impressive international coaching career, having overseen the rebuild of the England National Team that ultimately won Gold at the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Her achievements don’t stop there, with Neville holding several coaching roles with the Manchester Thunder in England’s Netball Superleague, contributing to Championships in 2012, 2014, and 2022.

SEN – CEO of Teams, Richard Simkiss, said he was ecstatic to have such an experienced and respected coach appointed for the new franchise.

“I’m thrilled to welcome Tracey as the inaugural coach of the newest Suncorp Super Netball team,” Simkiss said. “We are determined that the team will be a genuine contender from the beginning, and we couldn’t be more confident that we have found the best person to help us achieve that.

“Tracey’s outstanding experience and determined attitude to build this team from the ground up really stood out, and we think it is a great fit to put a strong stamp on our new team from the outset; to be a destination club with such an exciting journey ahead.”

Neville said she was looking forward to the opportunity to build the new team.

“I’m delighted to be accepting this role and the next challenge in my coaching career,” she said. “After winning the Grand Final with the Adelaide Thunderbirds last year there was no doubt that Australia was where I wanted to be and continue my coaching.

“The opportunity to put myself forward for this role came unexpectedly but at the right time. There was no doubt as I went through the interview process the shared vision, mission and values of this company confirmed that this was a place where I wanted to be.

“The blueprint is yet to be written but whilst we are creating this we get to be part of creating a new history and legacy that will continue into the future, this is what excites me the most and opens up new possibilities for staff, players and netball fans in Victoria.”

With the head coach in place, additional exciting news regarding the new team will be announced over the coming weeks.

SE GOLF VETERANS RESULTS

At Robe last week the field for the SE Golf Veterans was 41 and the scoring was meagre.

First Division was won by Kingston’s Milan Hodak with 35 from BTowns Baz Turnbull 34 and Millicent’s Bill Mullan on 32.

The Second Division was won by Penola’s Trev Williams with 29 on countback from Rob Seymour and Rob Thompson 28 took third. The NTP’s were Brian Prosser, Rob Thompson, Gavin Sparrow and Gordon Fleming.

The Ross Orchard trophy went to Dennis Smith and Tony Bolton and you needed 23 to get a ball.

Division 1 winner was Ronda Edwards off a 16 handicap 4-down. The outward nine contained only one par plus on the par five 4th hole turning fourdown and able to stem the tied of misuses with a birdie on the 12th and a par plus on 15th finishing all square on the inward nine.

Sue Agars off 19 was second posting 6-down after two even nines of 3-down with par plusses on the 2nd, 4th and 15th holes followed by third placed Rosemary Martland having to go to a

countback also 6-down.

Division Two winner was Bernadette Pedlar off 39 posting 2-down after a outward 2-down and an inward all square.

Second on the podium was Vivienne Wilson off 36 with a finishing score of 3-down and 3rd place went to Carol Melhuish also off a 36 handicap signing for 6down.

Nearest to the pin winner’s were Josie Ashby (div 1) and Johanna Gogan (div 2)

Edwards had a birdie on the 12th and Wilson and Geraldine Scott had ferrets on the 14th and 15th respectively.

JULY 29 RESULTS

The 2nd round of the Carlin & Gazzard sponsored Winter Cup stroke competition was played in various weather conditions, depending what time one was teeing off.

Rosemary Martland 90/18/72 was not bothered by the conditions, negotiating the course playing to

Scanlon & Wilson win 2-4-2

Last week the Millicent Bowls Cub was able to run its Thursday afternoon 2-4-2 game with no rain holding up play for a change. Thirty-seven players took part in the game with two visitors from the Beachport Club, Pat Woolston and John Prance being welcomed before going out to play also president Steve Carnellor asked all members who are going to take part in the Scudds /Earl shield to be played on September 17, to please put their name down on the sheet. He also informed players of the Men’s and Women’s Fours to be held on September 24.

The winning pair in the 2-4-2 went to Garry Wilson and Peter Scanlon with a score of 34+12. Runners up went to Derrick Lindh and Andre Reinders also with a very good score of 33+24. Other winning teams for the day were, John Eldridge, Neil Whelan 33+11. Jan Buhlmann, Iain Campbell 33+8. A triple of, Brian Goode, David Botting and John Drew 32+8. Peter Dunnicliff, Rod Gibbs 31+5. Rob Chambers, Kym Stewart 31+2. Arthur O’Connell, Carl Schapel 30+7 and Malcolm Wright, Steve Carnellor 28+5.

After the presentations, the president farewelled members Glen and Carl Schapel who are moving to Queensland.

2-4-2 WINNERS: (Top right) Peter Scanlon & Garry Wilson

2-4-2 RUNNERS UP: (Bottom right) Derrick Lindh & Andrie Reinders

her handicap her card of 47/43 showing pars on the 2nd, 4th, 5th, 16, and 17th with a well deserved win.

Karen Panagopoulos took second place signing for 102/26/76 from splits of 53/49 unfortunately a bit too much red ink on the outward nine. Third placegetter was Josie Ashby 99/23/76 forcing a countback from Panagopoulos. Ashby had splits of 50/49 with pars on the 3nd, 5th and 11th holes.

Martland took home the Car Spa voucher as well as golf balls for the best nett score.

Panagopoulos won the long drive and Geraldine Scott the least putts prize.

PAR COMPETITION WINNERS: (Above back row) Sue Agars & Carol Melhuish and (front row) Ronda Edwards, Vivienne Wilson & Bernadette Pedlar

SATURDAY WINNER: (Left) Rosemary Pedlar

Zac wins final 2023 title

Indoor Bowls Champion of Champions decided

The Mount Gambier District Indoor Bowls Association held its final association championship for the 2023 season.

The championships being the Elma Attiwill/Intersport Ladies singles with 18 entries and the Pearson Family/ Athol and Sue Malseed Men’s singles with 26 entries, which also incorporated the Ian Simpson Memorial Champion of Champions.

In the Elma Attiwill / Intersport

Ladies singles, semi-final saw Glenburnie player Serena Bourn take victory from Post-Tel player Fiona Pearson 7 shots to 3.

The other semi final saw Keisha Pearson from Wandilo Water Rats beat team mate from Wandilo Nicola Bowditch 8 shots to 4.

This set up a final between Serena Bourn and Keisha Pearson, Serena scored one shot on the first end.

With both of them scoring consecutive ends but the difference in the game was Serena scoring multiples and Keisha scoring single shots.

This giving Serena victory and win the 2023 Elma Attiwill/Intersport Ladies singles championship 6 shots to 5.

In the Pearson Family/Athol and Sue Malseed Men’s singles saw the first semi-final go to Post-Tel’s Zac Pearson over his Post-Tel team mate Kevin Burn 6 shots to 3.

In the second semi final Moorak

player Tim Radley beat Simon Davis from Glenburnie7 shots to 2.

The Men’s final between Zac and Tim was lined up to be a very close game, but it wasn’t with Tim only winning two ends for the game and Zac scoring multiple shots on five ends to take victory 12 shots to 5 in the 2023 Men’s Singles championship for the second year running.

This saw Zac and Serena meet in the Ian Simpson Memorial Champion of Champions something that both wanted to win with Serena going for her first and Zac back to back.

The Champion of Champions game was very close with Zac trailing on the fifth end by one shot but Zac’s consistent bowling this season stood out the sixth end scoring two shots to give him a one shot lead into the last end and the another two shots on the last end to defeat Serena and win the Memorial Champion of Champions named after his uncle. Zac won

New ground breaking program

Mount Gambier High School is one of 20 schools in South Australia selected to take part in a ground breaking new SACE program to develop essential skills for greater success in life. The Adelaide 36ers not-for-profit, Shooting Hoops Foundation, have partnered and with emotional agility, resilience and leadership experts, XVenture for the program in South Australia.

the silverware 7 shots to 4 for his second time in a row.

The Ladies Consolation semi finals Tru Franklin (RSL & District) defeated Heather Carthew (Glencoe) 6 shots to 4 and Emma Freemantle (Blue Lake Bowlers) defeat Kristy Errock (Glenburnie) 6 shots to 5.

The Ladies Consolation final was won by Tru Franklin defeating Emma Freemantle 9 shots to 7

The Men’s Consolation semi-finals Thomas Butler (Blue Lake Bowlers) defeated Josh Ferrazzola ( Blue lake Bowlers) 7 shots to 3 and Craig Pearson (Post-Tel) defeated Chris Earl ( Glencoe) 9 shots to 2.

The Men’s consolation final was won by Thomas Butler defeating Craig Pearson 5 shots to 4.

LADIES & MEN’S SINGLES FINALISTS: Tim Radley, Zac Pearson, Craig Pearson, Thomas Butler, Tru Franklin, Keisha Pearson, Emma Freemantle & Serena Bourn

The program aims at improving mental health and wellbeing alongside Basketball to equip young people with important life skills so they have confidence to achieve success in education, employment and life. The South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) accredited program, backed by Flinders University’s sports research expertise takes teachers and students into a unique Adelaide 36ers virtual learning world that encompasses a blend of immersive classroom and online-based activities, as well as connected basketball sessions.

The fully integrated program aims to equip young people with improved emotional intelligence, giving students important life skills for greater success and reduce growing levels of anxiety.

Thanks to XVenture founder Professor Mike Conway, the mindset performance coach for the Adelaide 36ers and Socceroos, Mount Gambier High School Basketball Program and teacher Jess kennedy will be able to tap into this facilitated program..

“Students will get a rare insight into what’s involved in an elite sports organisation with subjects also including sports marketing and media, types of career opportunities as well as world-class health, well-being and nutrition understanding,” Miss Kennedy said. “We are appreciative of the funding provided by the Department for Education and One Forty One to allow student to participate in this unique opportunity at no cost to families. We look forward to the upcoming clinic with the 36ers on 31 August prior to their NBL pre-season game against Melbourne Phoenix at Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre.”

DEVELOPING STUDENTS: The 2021 SA Championship MGHS girls basketball

Millicent Golf Club ladies battle it out in a stroke round for the Monthly Medal

In beautiful sunny conditions the Millicent Golf Club had 22 women play a stroke round for the Monthly Medal, putting competition and most fairways.

WINNERS

A Grade: Kirsty Bailey nett 73 Runner Up: Kathy Webber nett 75

B Grade: Bec Shanks nett 68

Runner Up: Karen Altschwager nett 72

Ball winners: Lyn Watson 75 c/b, Debbie Tincknell 75 c/b, Karen Lock 75.

MONTHLY MEDAL WINNER & FOSTERS FOODLAND VOUCHER: Bec Shanks nett 68 9 hole comp, front 9: Bec Shanks

NTP 3rd: Alex Lambert

NTP 2nd shot 5th, hcp 25-54: Debbie Tincknell

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

Putting competition: Kirsty Bailey 25 putts

Fairways : A grade: Val Williams 12 & B Grade: Julie McKenzie 12

Birdies: Kirsty Bailey 5th.

STROKE ROUND WINNERS: Kathy Webber, Karen Altschwager, Bec Shanks & Kirsty Bailey.

30% OFF MITCHELL & NESS HOODIES

| T-SHIRTS | JERSEYS |

CAPS

tablet-like centre information display • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity • Wireless smartphone charging • Roof rails - black • LED Daytime Running Lights)

Subaru Crosstrek AWD 2.0S

$45,948 DRIVEAWAY

• Features build upon Crosstrek AWD 2.0L and AWD 2.0R: 10 Harman Kardon Speakers and amplifier, Satellite Navigation, Leather, Heated Front Seats, GPS, Electric Sunroof. (• 5 Year/Unlimited Km Warranty • Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) • 2.0-litre horizontally-opposed direct injection Boxer 4-cylinder, petrol engine • Lineartronic CVT with 8 speed manual mode • EyeSight Driver Assist technology • Subaru’s Vission Assist • X-Mode • 220mm ground clearance • Driver Monitoring System • 11.6” tablet-like centre information display • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity • Wireless smartphone charging • Roof rails - black • LED Daytime Running Lights)