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Wednesday December 24, 2008

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Merry Christmas to all our readers

Redpath PICTURE: Lisa

THIS group of Balaklava friends added their own brand of sparkle to the Christmas and New Year celebrations. From left are Brittany Heslop, Shaun Northcott, Robert Blackwell and Susanne Northcott

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Kay, Mark, Es and more of your Office re-opens January 14 friends are winners – See Page 3

Top of their class Local students make it a ‘perfect’ start to careers THREE Balaklava High School students are celebrating near perfect scores in their Year 12 exam results. Jared Cmrlec, with a Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER) of 99.1, James Barr, (pictured top) with 95.6 and Shaun Henderson, 89.2, (centre) join students from the region who were high achievers in their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE). The BHS trio tackled some of the toughest subjects in the education system. These included chemistry, physics and maths. Also receiving perfect 20s were Riverton and District High school students Jarrad Huckshold (Communications and the community) and Rebecca Cox (English communications) and Clare High school’s Sarah Cutting (Studies of societies) and Sharon Reid (Business studies). Jared, who received “straight As” had a TER score of 19 out of 20 in chemistry, two mathematics subjects and physics and a 17 for geography. With his country bonus points this equates to a perfect score. James Barr, with four “As” and a “B” will also receive a perfect score after the bonus is added.

Nicholas Algar, (below) BHS Vocational Education and Training (VET) Student of the Year, received two Merit Certificates for perfect 20s in his results. Nicholas is taking up an apprenticeship in Information Technology. BHS principal, Mark Healy, said success came really hard in the “top end subjects”. “But while the success is theirs, it does not come about without good teachers,” Mr Healy said. “This is an example of how good State school education can be – and I congratulate not just the students who succeeded, but also the great team of teachers, who have also excelled.” Balaklava High School students performed exceedingly well this year, with 96 per cent of students achieving their SACE. “This reflects well on all our students who finished the year,” Mr Healy said. “It proves the region is well catered for through a broad spectrum country high school. “Our kids get a top education that is comparative anywhere in Australia.” n Continued Page 2

JARED Cmrlec leaps into a big future as he departs Balaklava High School. – PICTURE: Lisa Redpath.

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Are you still in the loop with that Christmas update?

KAY, so you received my Christmas card just in time and, lucky you, within it was this season’s neighbourly annual family update. SNAFU, for short. Wait a moment, what’s that you say? No card arrived? Oh well, there’s always next year. I’ll have to talk to Leethal as the Christmas mail-out is her responsibility. As I am sure it is in most Aussie homes. So that means you wouldn’t have received the annual SNAFU. Gad. A tragedy. However, once again fortune has shined upon you and I am able to repeat its contents here as my Christmas greeting and a farewell to 2008. Don’t you love those Family Updates that fall from your Christmas card? Usually from people you have not seen for quite some time – a fact not lost on them – so they include with the Guide Dogs card a photocopied epistle which would match the writings from the Old Testament. Oh, how jolly nice, (you think) as a quick scan reveals Emma is doing well in ballet class and brother Angus

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EDITOR has excelled at badminton, went on a school camp to the Grampians and will soon have his “L’s” but that doesn’t please his father because he will have to buy another car ... a promise also made if top marks were achieved in Year 12, which of course they were, so now that’s really TWO cars because Emma got her Doctorate in microbiology and she’s off to Nimbin to save the whales. And all this in the first paragraph. Gawd. In my humble opinion these SNAFUs are sent out by families in an effort to bring you up to date with everything so there’s a reduced

chance you might “pop in” over the Chrissie hols to “catch up.” Really, if you get a SNAFU from someone it’s time to drop them off your Christmas card list. Oh, you didn’t send them one? Well anyway, if you did get a SNAFU this year, don’t be surprised if there’s nothing in the letterbox come December 2009. You’re about to loop out of The Loop. This is not so with Yours Truly’s update, which continues as a mini SNAFU almost every week in this space. So here we go: Did you know Wakefield Regional Council CEO, Phil Barry, has applied for a grant for a trotting track to be developed at Balaklava racecourse? Phil, an old reinsman who often felt the hot breath of a huffing horse at the back of his neck (never mind that of a councillor) is madly keen for the displaced Gawler Harness Racing Club to relocate to Balaklava. And what about well-known councillor and bowler David Lamond? He’s going to work as an honorary council parking inspector, with particular interest in the Port

Push to speed waste scheme District Council of Mallala will apply for funding to fast track its proposed Two Wells Community Wastewater Management Scheme (CWMS). Councillors were last week asked to select between three projects to apply for funding under Federal government’s new Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program. The $50 million allocation is available to projects of more than $2 million, and if the application is successful, council must be prepared to begin the project immediately. The Two Wells CWMS was selected over the Mallala STED scheme and

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the Middle Beach boat ramp dredging project. Council estimates about $1.6 million funding for this project would be available through the Local Government Association (LGA), and a Commonwealth contribution of $2.4 million would be required. The Mallala STED scheme only just scraped through into the criteria, with $2 million Commonwealth contribution required, and an estimated $1.1 million funding from the LGA. Dredging of the boat ramp and channel at Middle Beach is estimated to cost a minimum of $2 million. Submissions closed yesterday (Tuesday, December 23).

A new Apprentice of the Year award has been announced by the Rotary Club of Clare, and employer nomination forms for the 2008 award are now available.Nominations must be returned by Friday, February 27, and winners will be announced in March. For further details contact Mark Thomas on 0401 671 850.

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• From Page 1 Jared, who hopes to study engineering at Uni SA, said he hadn’t been expecting such a good result. And with last year’s cut off for his preferred university course at a TER of about 75, it appears Jared shouldn’t have any problems being accepted when uni offers are announced in January. Of the subjects he studied this year, all but geography were required to study engineering, and geography was chosen as the required language based subject because he’s “not a big fan of English”.

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Dublin’s Pat Thompson will be hooking up to a new phone .. because we haven’t heard from her for ages. There must be something wrong with the old dog’n. At Port Wakefield, the marina plan has been changed to allow the construction of a channel to Balaklava, following the old rail corridor to create another marina at Balaklava golf club. Faint hope. True to old-fashioned rivalry, The Wakey crew would be more likely to send a gunboat up river! A new walking club has been formed at Balaklava’s Moody Estate, where Warren Durdin has been seen digging a wetlands ... or at least down to China! Warren is therefore much too busy to join the club, which includes Terry Corcoran, Stitch Jenner, Cameron Wood, Malcolm May and Yours Truly. And if you believe that – and any of the above – then this really is a SNAFU. Have a wonderful and safe Christmas and New Year. See you in 2009.

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Wakefield boat launching area. Balaklava locals Di Spence, Bronnie Cottle, Sharon Palmer and Trish Langdon are going to form a new choir, singing modern-day big hits. Madonna, Pink, Accadacca etc. Should be a hoot because everyone will be able to identify the songs being sung (and maybe sing along) Still on the Langdons, Ian (aka Fred) will announce his intention to run for a seat on council at the next election. Top stuff Fred. Mallala bowling club will apply to enclose its entire playing area, becoming the first local club to offer indoor bowls. Beats the heck out of burnt feet on a hot day! And it’s rumoured some Mallala councillors might donate their recent 25 per cent pay increase to charity after realising Two Wells and Mallala really are not that far apart and travelling expenses perhaps not so great as first thought. At Owen, there has been an application for a nude swimming zone at the local pool. See David Woody. On second thoughts, don’t see David Woody!

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His lifetime commitment By Lauren Parker Local identity Es Hoepner has been recognised for a lifetime commitment to his local community. The Whitwarta farmer and former District Council of Wakefield Plains mayor was named Wakefield Regional Council’s Citizen of the Year last week. Es is now semi-retired, but still keeps a hand in the farming and his community. He has a long list of contributions to his name, from local health to community organisations, ag bureau, the show, and a variety of committees. Es went to school at Whitwarta and Concordia College before marrying wife of 45 years Dorothy. The father and grandfather has farmed at Whitwarta since 1947, and his family remains a top priority for Es. He is a keen gardener and loves cooking, but is best known for his community involvement. A current member of the Probus Club of Balaklava and the National Trust of Balaklava, Es negotiated grant funding to renovate and improve the Whitwarta Cemetery. Through his farming life, he has loaned cattle to Balaklava High School to improve its agriculture course, and exhibited numerous prize winning grain entries at shows in Clare, Crystal Brook and Balaklava. Es has been a Justice of the Peace for more than 25 years, and has been made a life member of the Balaklava and Dalkey Agricultural Show Society, having held various positions over the years and remaining an active member. He joined the Whitwarta Ag Bureau in 1949, where he was secretary for 16 years, and held several positions including president. Now a life member of the bureau, Es co-ordinates grain competitions, delivering entries to the Royal Adelaide Show.

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Es was chair of the Jubilee 150 Committee Balaklava and Bicentenary Committee, secretary of the Mid North Regional Jubilee 150 Committee, and secretary of the Wakefield Plains Jubilee Committee. He was amongst the founding members of the Balaklava Oval Improvement Committee. Es joined District Council of Wakefield Plains in 1981 to represent the Whitwarta Ward, before representing the Stow-Hall ward following amalgamation. He was elected mayor of the District Council in May, 1989, and held this role until 1991. He was also a member of the works committee and finance committee, has served on the Balaklava Hospital Board since 1984, including being chair from 1998 to 2007. Since its inception eight years ago, Es has been part of the local hospital fundraising team, and helped establish the helipad at Balaklava Hospital. He is a regular face at the Balaklava races as a willing helper and cook, fundraising for the hospital, and always helps set up and clean up for hospital fetes, as well as taking loads of scrap metal to Adelaide for the hospital. In 1986, Es received a Telecom Advance Australia Award for his contribution to the community. A lifelong member of Balaklava Lutheran Church, Es has been president of its youth group, secretary and chair

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ES Hoepner outside the Lutheran church, which he continues to serve.– PICTURE: Lisa Redpath. of the congregation, and chair of the parish. He has organised River Murray cruises for the elderly, for those who have had little opportunity to holiday, and was instrumental in

erecting a plaque to commemorate the pioneers of Whitwarta. Es was involved in the creation of the history book, Balaklava - Change and Challenge, and was part of the book

committee from 1976 to 77. Wakefield Regional Council had several nominations to select from for its Australia Day awards. Six people were nominated for citizen of the

year, and three events were nominated for event of the year. Of these, two received more than one nomination. And for the first time since 2003, a young citizen of the year was

Lucy’s star continues to rise Wakefield Regional Council has this year awarded a young citizen for the first time in five years. In the first Australia Day young citizen award since 2003, Balaklava’s Lucy Radowicz has been recognised for her achievements over the last few years. Lucy competed in the local Lions Youth of the Year Quest public speaking competition before going on to win the regional and state competitions. She represented South Australia against all other states in the national final, where she won best speaker, and was the only public school student in the finalists, and the only country student to rep-

resent their state. Now studying to be a lawyer, Lucy achieved an outstanding year 12 result last year with two perfect scores, receiving a tertiary entrance rank (TER) of 99.25, making her dux of 2007 at Balaklava High School. At the school, she was awarded the Apex Citizenship Award, the Des Ross Memorial Prize for Literacy, the Australian Defence Force Long Tan award for Leadership, a medal of academic excellence 2003-2007, and several top performer certificates. She received the University of Adelaide SA Principals’ Scholarship. A keen musician and writer, Lucy is the daughter of Wally and Stephanie Radowicz.

It was a day of fun for people of all ages, from all districts when Snowtown celebrated the official opening of the Barunga Gap windfarm, and the event has been acknowledged as winner of the annual Wakefield Regional Council Australia Day community event of the year award. Free as the Air Festival attracted a huge crowd of locals and visitors from across the state. Organised by the Snowtown Community Management Committee, the family fun day brought the local community together to showcase their town, in a collaborative effort between various community groups and organisations. “The Snowtown community put in a lot of time and effort to make the day a success,” said nominator and community management committee representative Alan Large. “The day would not have been the success it was without the many different clubs and organisations working together to make the day an enjoyable one. “It put Snowtown in the news again, but this time for the right reasons, and will attract many tourists into our town.” With a turbine blade now on permanent display within the town, locals hope it will boost tourism and recognition of the town.

MALLALA COUNCIL AWARDS

Mark and Kay joint winners A Two Wells couple described as “unassuming and largely silent achievers” have been named joint Citizens of the Year by District Council of Mallala. Mark Boon and Kay Milton have been acknowledged for decades of commitment to their local community, including a strong commitment to Two Wells Melodrama. The couple, who hadn’t been aware of their nomination, were surprised to hear the news last week. In addition to their commitments to the melodrama group, Kay also volunteers with Riding for the Disabled, as well as being employed as RDA’s state manager. Lewiston student Matthew Harmati

has been named District Council of Mallala’s young citizen of the year. The 17-year-old has been involved with Two Wells CFS for four years, and has a long list of personal achievements. This year he was named rural youth ambassador at the Gawler Show, and was one of five South Australians to win a place on the 2008 Premier’s Anzac study tour. A group of dedicated Mallala volunteers have been honoured and named winners of District Council of Mallala’s community event of the year. Mallala and Districts Historical Museum Committee volunteers worked for many months in preparation for the opening of their ‘Time of Conflict’ exhibition on November 9.

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Changes to development panel Hamley Bridge councillor Jo Lilith has been appointed to Wakefield Regional Council’s Development Assessment Panel. Cr Lilith replaces Cr Kelly Bickle, who resigned from the position. Independent member Greg Ahrens also retired from the panel. Cr David Lamond was reappointed, along with independent members

Robert Veitch and presiding member Jeff Cook. Planning consultant Trevor White, who provides services to Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council and sits on several development assessment panels, replaces Greg Ahrens. The panel was appointed for a two year term, beginning on January 24.

Election Results Wakefield Regional Council Supplementary Election for Councillor in Northern Ward Conducted on Monday 8 December 2008 Formal Ballot Papers - 334

Quota - 168

Informal Ballot Papers - 0 Candidates

First Preference Votes

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Result after Distribution of Preferences Elected

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Two youths were reported for possessing cannabis and a knife last Friday night. Police spoke to the youths after receiving reports of loud noises within the Balaklava township. • The following night, an Elizabeth Vale driver was reported for several offences, and others in his vehicle were reported for possessing drugs. The driver was reported for driving an unregistered vehicle, contrary to defects, while unlicensed and uninsured, and for misuse of a motor vehicle. •An Adelaide family were uninjured when their vehicle rolled on the Balaklava to Blyth road last Thursday. The parents and their three children fared much better than the vehicle, valued at $20,000, which sustained extensive struc-

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• Police and CFS were called to a grassfire about five kilometres north of Lakeview on National Highway One last Friday. Snowtown relieving officer constable Graham Phillips said the fire, which burned a 300 metre strip along the roadside, was quickly extinguished.

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• A search of a Mintaro property led to a 44-year-old man being reported for cultivating cannabis and possessing prescribed equipment last Thursday. Police found four

small cannabis plants being grown hydroponically, and a large amount of hydro equipment not in use. The new offence of possessing prescribed equipment now makes possessing equipment used in connection with cultivating or manufacturing a controlled drug illegal, whether it is being used at the time or not. • Four people were detected drink driving within three days. On Thursday, a 22year-old Watervale man was issued with an expiation notice for exceeding the 0.05 blood alcohol limit. The following night, mobile random breath testing resulted in a 47year-old Booborowie man instantly losing his licence after recording a blood alcohol content of 0.110. At 3am, a Clare man was taken to the police station for a breath analysis after being stopped by police on New Road, Clare. The 33-year-old was issued with an instant licence disqualification, and police soon found the driver was already disqualified. Saturday night a 24year-old Clare woman lost her licence instantly after recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.124. She had been driving on Main North Road, Clare, when stopped by a police mobile RBT.

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Senior constable Graham Olds has begun his appointment in Balaklava. A policeman for 31 years, S/C Olds transferred from Holden Hill, beginning at Balaklava station last Thursday. He said he had always liked the town, having grown up in Kadina, with a close association with church groups in Balaklava and the local community. S/C Olds is married with five adult daughters and three grandchildren. He replaces senior constable Terry Patterson, who has been transferred to Port Pirie.

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YEARS AGO November 2003

Dr Peter Moore left Balaklava to work in Melbourne. David Pontt was straight into the workforce after Year 12 studies. Sandrah Hodgskin was awarded a merit for outstanding achievement in community studies. Cameron Butter was dux of Riverton & Districts High School.

YEARS AGO November 1998

Kangaroo Island doctor Bruce Alcorn bought a house in Riverton and indicated his intention to practice in the area. Long Plains Red Cross baby was Jessica Lee, daughter of Janine and Ashley Daniel. BPS principal Geoff Spence retired.

YEARS AGO November 1988

A power station burning Lochiel coal was put on the back burner with the year 2001 the target date for the firing of a possible new lignite power station for SA. Mayor Reg Shepherd extended best wishes to all for a happy Christmas and joyful New Year.

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HOYLETON •Hoyleton’s Hayley Chapman is one of 10 young Aussie shooters selected to wear the green and gold at the Australian Youth Olympic Festival (AYOF) in Sydney in January. Hayley will be one of 1550 athletes from 23 countries who will compete in 17 sports at the same venues as the Sydney Olympics. Some of the athletes will go on to the first ever Youth Olympic Games staged by the IOC in Singapore in 2010. Hayley, who recently won bronze at the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games in India, hopes to take the next step, and compete in the London Olympics in 2012. TWO WELLS

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• Locals have been assured fresh produce will still be available in Two Wells, despite rumours the popular Two Wells market may cease to operate after Christmas. Veggies on the Run managing director, Maria Hayley Chapman trains at Hoyleton. Yfantidis, said the market would continue for at least another year. BRINKWORTH News Morsels • Finalising arrangements for by Karen Petney Australia Day celebrations will be Send your story to us top of the agenda at the next Brinkat The Plains Producer worth Progress Association meeting, PO Box 63 Balaklava 5461 to be held on January 5. Email to producer@rbe.net.au HAMLEY BRIDGE or Fax them to 8862 1997 • Forty members and friends of the Hamley Bridge Auxiliary, Senior Citizens, Meals on Wheels and kindergarten and individuals. Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Sister Mary gave a Christmas The display was enjoyed by hunmessage on “gifts”. Hospital AuxilAuxiliary recently combined for dreds of visitors and locals alike. iary will meet again on February 2. Christmas carols with the residents of Entries in a children’s colouring KAPUNDA Hamley Bridge Memorial Hospital in competition, were displayed and the Special Care Unit lounge. • This year’s Kapunda Christmas trading tables laden with crafts, Diversional therapist Sue Liddle, Tree Festival was a success, with 34 Christmas gifts and home made welcomed guests, Margaret Lines trees decorated by local businesses goodies were popular. accompanied choralists on the organ and organisations, primary school, Organised by the Kapunda

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• Mallala primary school has a new $5,000 “Smartboard’ thanks to the generosity of Mallala Lions Club. The interactive electronic whiteboard, the second for the school, has been installed in the year one and two classroom. The school aims to have a Smartboard in every class, over the next few years. • Congratulations to newly elected members of Wooroora Women’s Bowling Association, president, Gwenda Cheek and secretary, Hilda Curtis, who are both from Mallala Bowling Club. • Correction - The photo of Santa visiting Mallala Community Hospital which appeared in Take 5 (December 3) showed members of the Mallala Lions Auxiliary. Accompanying Santa were Margaret Heaslip, Lois Wasley, Helen Farrelly, Doris Helps and Helen Johnson. The caption may have incorrectly identified them as residents.

A rocking horse was the ultimate gift It’s Christmas time, and Santa has been busy making toys and preparing for that very long Christmas Eve journey. All the children have written their wish lists and sent off their letters long ago, and now just hope they get what they asked for. Do you remember the sort of Christmas gifts you received as a child? I can, but I don’t remember ever writing a letter to Santa. He just KNEW! The wholesale companies who supplied the retail stores have, for 150 years or more, been producing catalogues of their wares for sale and one such supplier was F. Lasseter & Co. Ltd. in Sydney. A summary of Lasseter’s Edwardian catalogue of 1911 features most categories of household items including toys. Some of the popular toys of the day included:

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Boys’ Tricycles - with steel tyres, from 9/6 (95cents) for 14” to 18/6 ($1.85) for 24”; with rubber tyres (same sizes), from 18/6 to 30/- ($3). Steel Express Waggons, in seven sizes (18” - 30” long), from 6/9 to 14/6 (68c.-$1.45). ‘Daisy’ Air Rifle, 20th century model, to shoot darts or slugs - 3/6 (35c.); the darts for the rifle were 6d. (5c.) a dozen. Young carpenter’s tool chests, featuring a useful assortment of tools, in

a strong wooden box, ranged in price from 2/9 to 8/11 (28c.-89c.). Children’s picture blocks - a perennial favourite - ranged in price from 9d. to 5/6 a set (8c. - 55c.). For the girls, there were Doll’s Go-carts - wood varnished with iron wheels 4/9 (48c.), or the wicker version, also with iron wheels, for the same price. If your little girl wanted a toy sewing machine, they ranged in price from the basic model at 3/9 (38c.) to the Little Duchess model for 15/6 ($1.55). Babies’ rattles were also advertised, with bone handle and fancy bright tops for 4 1/2d. for the cheap ones, to 9d. for the top shelf design in bone and nickel (3c.-8d.). And then there was the Rocking Horse – every child’s dream. We never had one, but some “richer”

Groups asked for ‘wish list’ Local councils will next month consider what projects to put forward under Federal government’s new infrastructure funding program. Councils were last month pleased to learn local infrastructure projects would be fast-tracked under the one-off Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program, with District Council of Mallala allocated $220,000, and Wakefield Regional Council $272,000. Wakefield Regional Council has asked its town committees to liaise with local organisations to determine a priority list, which will be considered by council at its January meeting (January 28).

DCM has compiled a list of suggestions, including costs and where each project fits in council’s long term financial plan, for councillors to consider prior to making a decision in January. DUBLIN • Dublin History Group has received a $400 grant to scan, catalogue and store historical photographs and documents. The State government funding comes through the History Trust of South Australia, with 24 individuals and groups awarded a total of $45,000 in grants. BLYTH • Blyth Tennis Club is hosting a twilight social tennis

tournament (doubles format) on Friday, January 9 from 5.30pm. Cost to non-members is $2. BYO drinks and barbecue tea. For more information contact Janet on 8844 5027. • No one is immune to the experience of significant loss. Change and loss will be experienced many times during a person’s life, ranging for the small, to significant losses such as death. To assist those experiencing change or loss in life, a special session will be held on Thursday, January 22 at Blyth Primary School from 7.30pm. For further information contact Mignon Ottens on 8846 2164.

families did. In 1911, the Safety Rocking Horse, on patent swing rockers, available in six sizes, sold from 24/6 for a No.1 model to 87/6 for a No.6 ($2.45 - $8.75). And what happened to the Lasseter company? It operated from c.1850 till 1929, even though Mr. Lasseter died in 1910.

Doll’s Go-Cart, from Lasseter’s 1911 catalogue.

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Mayor’s Diary JAMES MAITLAND

Local recognition

ARLIER this month I travelled to Melbourne to represent Wakefield Regional Council at Australia’s Local Government Constitutional Summit. This was a special national general assembly, bringing council representatives together from all over the nation to plan how local government will be recognised in the Australian Constitution. A Summit “declaration” was produced. It calls for the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA), the State and Territory local government associations and councils to “work with the parliaments of Australia, governments of Australia, political parties of Australia and the Australian Council of Local Government – and, most importantly, the PEOPLE of Australia – to achieve recognition in the Constitution.” The Federal Labor government has indicated it wants to proceed in this direction, but it will take a referendum, probably at the next Federal election in 2010, to succeed. WHY DO WE NEED RECOGNITION? Local government existed in Australia before Federation. Local government employs more than 168,000 people, has the custodianship of more than $200 billion in assets, has an expenditure of more than $23 billion on services and infrastructure that allows Australian communities to grow ... but this third sphere of government never was recognised in our Australian Federal Constitution. Two previous Labor Governments attempted this without success, the Whitlam government in 1974 and Bob Hawke’s team in 1988. WHAT WILL RECOGNITION ACHIEVE? The general assembly in Melbourne declared recognition would act “as a driver for local government participants to act in a transparent, fair and accountable manner.” Recognition would also correct the historical oversight and reinforce the belief that local decision-making will ensure the provision of services and infrastructure that best meets local needs. Advancing the relationship of the three spheres of Government, which has not always been a smooth ride, was another issue. AN APPEAL TO YOU During the period leading up to the referendum at the next election, there will be much debate on the topic. Success in referendums does not come easily, with only eight of 44 past referendums achieving the approval of the Australian people. And in seven of those eight, there was no “no” case put to the referendum. When the time comes – and I will remind you when necessary – I ask you to say “yes” to Constitutional recognition. It will benefit all of us. REGIONAL COUNCIL FORUM At a much more local level, I attended a forum of councils in the Central Local Government Region in Clare last Friday. Issues (again) were water and waste ... the continuing challenge for all councils. We know where we are “at” – we just need to keep working on meeting the needs of our residents. AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS Congratulations to all winners in Wakefield Regional Council’s Australia Day Citizen of the Year awards. You will hear more of these great people closer to Australia Day – but believe me, there is an impressive group of nominations. WELCOME COUNCILLOR STEVENS My congratulations also to incoming Northern ward councillor Greg Stevens. I look forward to working with Greg as he joins the hard-working team of WRC elected members. COMPLIMENTS OF THE SEASON My very best Christmas and New Year wishes to everyone in our region. Please enjoy a happy and above all, safe, holiday season. See you next year. This column is sponsored by:

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Six candidates could tighten vote in Frome Six candidates will contest the January 17 by-election in the State electorate of Frome, to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of former Liberal Premier, Rob Kerin. They are John Rohde (Country Labor), Neville Wilson (Nationals), Terry Boylan (Liberal), Joy O’Brien (Greens), Peter Fitzpatrick (One Nation) and Geoff Brock

(Independent). The seat has been held by the Liberals since 1970, and Mr Kerin had been holding the seat with a 3.5 per cent two party preferred, margin. However, the result is not a foregone conclusion. The contest has been described in political circles as being “thrown wide open” with the inclusion of an Independent

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Candidates listed in ballot paper order. Country Labor candidate John Rohde, is a postal worker, involved in a management role with community radio station Trax FM. Growing up at Marrabel, Mr Rohde believes it is important to keep country towns and farming communities viable over the long term, bearing in mind problems such as the drought and water sustainability. Mr Rohde is concerned about the future of the Nyrstar smelter in the north of the electorate, at Port Pirie. And if elected, he will investigate looking into water recycling from a State Labor Party perspective. Crystal Brook farmer Neville Wilson is standing for the National Party, because they encourage candi-

dates to have independent views. He believes his independence, without fear of party policy or politics, will enable him to best represent the electors of Frome. Issues which need addressing include country roads, country health, education and our reliance on the Murray River. Mr Wilson said we need to change our attitudes to water and reduce our reliance on the River Murray and one of his ideas for saving the river is to have the State government support communities in introducing water reuse schemes. Mr Wilson, has lived in the area all his life and is currently Deputy Mayor of the Port Pirie Regional Council and has been involved with local government for 15 years. L i b eral Terry Boylan says issues such as public education, ongoing water supply issues and country polic-

candidate, well known Port Pirie mayor, Geoff Brock. Residents of Frome are reminded voting in the by-election is compulsory and early votes can be cast during office hours until 5pm on Friday, January 16 in Port Pirie at the former courthouse at 131 Florence Street or in Adelaide at the State Electoral Office (1300 655 232).

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ing as issues facing the residents of Frome. He is also concerned carry-on issues from policing such as mental health were massive and something he was very aware of through his work as a Patrol/Operations Sergeant with the Port Pirie Police. Mr Boylan said the by-election was a “real opportunity for country residents to send the State government a message, over the handling of its Country Health Care Plan”. Greens candidate Joy O’Brien has had a 30 year career in library services and served on Burnside City Council for a term, ending in 2003. Ms O’Brien, who has since moved to Hallett, is standing in the by-election because she is passionate about rural life. Ecological sustainability, social and economic justice and peace

are important. Local issues she is concerned about are health, climate change and education, opposing cuts to education facilities in rural areas, particularly the intended cuts to Port Pirie TAFE’s Women’s Education. One Nation candidate, Peter Fitzpatrick is a contractor in small business from Dublin, who has spent 15 years in the banking industry. Mr Fitzpatrick said issues facing residents included the possible closure of the Port Pirie smelters due to environmental red tape and emission trading legislation, rising property related taxes and rates, increased water and power costs, closure of rural hospitals, employment and the transfer of services to larger regional centres. Mr Fitzpatrick said he stood for less government, more individual responsibility, and traditional Australian values.

Geoff Brock has been Mayor of Port Pirie Regional Council since 2003, serving as a Councillor since 1989. Recently retired, Mr Brock worked at the Port Pirie Smelters for 30 years in numerous roles from labouring to contract management. He has previously owned a roadhouse at Port Augusta employing 43 people. Mr Brock has nominated as an independent candidate as he believes Frome needs to be represented by someone not restricted by political party policies. His concerns include water security, regional health improvements and the removal of “shared services” programs. Mr Brock is also concerned there is no clear direction on water security which has the potential to restrict population growth but also in viticulture, agriculture and other commercial growth.

MALLALA COUNCIL NEWS

Two Wells playground upgrade Two Wells playground will be redeveloped at its current location rather than being relocated to the oval area. In a report to council, District Council of Mallala infrastructure and engineering services manager, John Tillack, said over the past three years some Two Wells community members had requested a second playground be provided within the oval area. Because of this, the possible relocation of the existing playground was considered. Mr Tillack said some of the equipment, including the larger swing set, would soon need replacing, and major work was required on the playground. The current site, close to Old Port Wakefield Road, does have some safety issues associated with the distance between the stone wall and some equipment, but Mr Tillack said there was sufficient room on the site to place new or replacement items. All future redevelopment or replacement of playgrounds will include rubberised soft-fall rather than bark chips as is cur-

rently used. More fencing on the Old Port Wakefield Road frontage will also be required, to be constructed by the end of June. Had councillors chosen to relocate the playground, only one piece of the current equipment could have been relocated. Council was also concerned conflict could arise on football home-game days, with those wanting to enter the sports complex just to use the playground possibly being charged an entry fee.

Pipe to stay

The Mallala halfpipe has been saved from removal, with councillors defending one of the few recreational facilities available to the town’s youth. The halfpipe was ear marked for removal to create a designated camping area at the oval because of safety concerns. However, councillors refused to support its removal. “I’d hate to take a facility away from the local youth in this area,” said Dublin councillor Terry-Anne Keen.

“They haven’t got much as it is.” The halfpipe was put in place after local youth lobbied council, and because of this, Cr Keen suggested it remain in place, with improvements to be considered in next year’s budget. Cr Strudwicke agreed the halfpipe should remain. “People use it lots at football,” he said. Cr Strudwicke said there seemed to be people from other communities using the facility regularly, particularly during football season. Cr Joe Daniele also supported it. “We should improve it, not take it away,” he said. Councillors Duncan Kennington and Yvonne Howard were also in support of retaining the facility.

Waste delay

A program to trial the recycling of food waste and green organics within Mallala, Two Wells and Dublin has been delayed. District Council of Mallala

was last year named as one of 10 South Australian councils to participate in a six month pilot program, through Zero Waste SA, where food scraps would be diverted from normal rubbish. However, because of delays in the provision of brochures, benchtop bio-bins, cornstarchbased liner bags and green organics bins, the program has been delayed. It was initially expected to begin in October/November, and information sessions were held at the townships involved prior to this. Council will now begin the program in January or February, and further consultation with residents will occur.

Wetlands

A drainage reserve at Lewiston has been officially named the Lewiston Wetlands. The reserve had been unnamed, but was already known locally as Lewiston Wetlands, and the name was officially adopted by District Council of Mallala last week.

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Councillors defend planning processes

Greg takes his seat at council

NewlY-elected Wakefield Regional Council councillor Greg Stevens, who was officially appointed to the role last Wednesday, said it had changed a lot since his time on Blyth Snowtown council. However, he said he was certainly happy to be there, and looked forward to representing ratepayers of the northern ward. • Pictured at the swearing-in

with deputy mayor Barry Nottle, he thanked those who voted for him, although he was disappointed there wasn’t a higher voter turnout. However, the State Electoral Office said the return of 34 per cent, or 343 votes was higher than in other recent council supplementary elections. Cr Stevens received 218 votes to Michael Stone’s 116.

Local Health Advisory chief has praise for new deal – but declares ...

Still ‘some issues’ with Health Plan

Balaklava Riverton Health Advisory Council (BRHAC) will consult with residents in the new year, regarding the services to be offered at local health services, following the release of the Government’s Strategy for planning Country Health in SA. Welcoming the Strategy, Minister for Health, John Hill said country communities now had a tool to help plan how to best deliver the services they needed. Referring to the public outcry which saw the Country Health Care Plan scrapped earlier this year, Minister Hill said “with such a high level of community interest, I am confident this Strategy will help with health planning for local communities.” Health Advisory Councils (HACs) will now consult with their communities and health professionals, and use the information supplied by Country Health SA and the Strategy to design health services for the next 10 years. Don Hannaford, Chair of the BRHAC said council was generally happy with the Strategy. “For all intents and purposes it looks good however, in my view, there are two issues still to be clarified.” “First, the government being honest and listening to the HACs is of paramount importance, and second, staffing. “Unless the Government is looking at staffing immediately, and in a big way, it could end in trouble if we can’t get the staff we need to continue services,” he said. The Strategy sets out 10 planning

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principles for future services in rural and regional South Australia. They are: • Focusing on the needs of patients, carers and their families; • Ensuring sustainability of country health service provision; • Ensuring effective communication engagement with local communities and services providers; • Improving Aboriginal health status; • Contributing to equity in health outcomes; • Strengthening the information technology infrastructure; • Providing a focus on safety and quality; • Recognising that each health service is part of a total health care system; • Maximising the best use of resources; and • Adapting to changing needs. Shadow Minister for Health, Vickie Chapman said the Strategy was irrelevant without a new funding commitment. “Without a funding commitment to ensure existing services are maintained and additional services can be provided in the future, this plan doesn’t mean a thing. “The truth is the Rann Government has provided less money for the provision of country health services this year than they did last year,” she said. Referring to State budget papers Ms Chapman highlighted $250,922,000 was budgeted for in the 2007-08, compared to $250,518,000 allocated in the 2008-09.

Councillors have defended council’s development process following claims made by local businessman Peter Evans that Wakefield Regional Council’s development process stalled and prevented some developments from proceeding. Council mayor James Maitland said council was pro-development, but “don’t always have the final say, or even the first say.” “We certainly believe we are proactive and in a lot of instances it’s processes outside of our control that are not stopping it, but slowing it down,” he said. Councillor Barry Nottle agreed council was actively working with developers to attract further development. “Obviously we’ll never satisfy everybody,” Cr Nottle said. But he has heard plenty of positive feedback, particularly from developers of the Snowtown wind farm. When it came to the extension of Balaklava’s industrial zone by creating a new light industrial area, Cr Nottle said public consultation happened not long ago when council created its Better Development Plan, and hoped the council and community had come to the right result through this consultation. “If somebody can identify another area where there’s a need, maybe we need to go through that process again but it’s not a cheap process, or a quick process,” he said. Another councillor suggested Peter Evans may have missed an opportunity to address his concerns

about development by not running for council when there was a vacancy in his ward recently. Cr Maurice Tiller said Mr Evans could have chosen to run for council and work to address his concerns. He said council was very pro-active with developers, and the proof was all around, with Balco, Gilmac, San Remo, the ever-increasing chicken industry, and other developments. Cr Rodney Reid also said council was pro-active with developers, and said he understood the existing light industrial zone in Balaklava was not yet completely developed. Cr John Wood was also supportive of council and its relationship with developers. Adding his voice to the support was Cr Avon Hudson. “Our record has been pretty good, but there are issues that don’t relate to being pro-active,” Cr Hudson said. Cr Hudson disagrees with the placement of some developments which he believes would be more appropriate if placed in a different location. He objected to a comment made about councillors lacking the education to serve on a development assessment panel. “We have to undergo a fair bit of training to be familiar with many of the Local Government Acts, including the DAP,” Cr Hudson said. “We have to comply with their guidelines and State government regulations.” Cr Darryl Ottens said the evidence of council’s positive relationship with developers was evident in

the development occurring across the district. “I don’t think any of the major projects that have been happening in the district would have happened if we weren’t pro-active,” he said. “Some other councils don’t bend over backwards like we do to try and facilitate those sort of developments.” Cr Scott Kelly, who is on holidays and is yet to see the article published in last week’s issue of The Plains Producer, said he was satisfied council was pro-active with developers. “I think we’ve been really accommodating,” he said. “But all of them (developments) come at a risk and a cost. “We’re playing with ratepayers’ money and ratepayers like to see footpaths and improvements.” However, he said it made sense for council to encourage development to provide more employment and generate more rates. Newly elected councillor Greg Stevens said he was unable to accurately comment because he was only new to council. Councillors David Lamond, Jo Lilith, and Kelly Bickle were not able to comment because they are currently or were previously part of the Development Assessment Panel. Andrew Chapman, proponent of the Balaklava Golf Club development and Wakefield Waters Marina, said he supported what council was doing in the region. “Council’s support in dealing with us has been unwavering – and we appreciate it,” he said.

Spoiling Him is a gift! Agfert have expanded the showroom to include a complete range of rural merchandise. So if you’re looking for that perfect gift for Christmas come on into Agfert and see what we have got to offer. • Toolboxes • Spanner & socket sets • Bench vices • Air tools • Hydraulic jacks • Jack Stands • Car Fridges • 12 v inverters • Pool equipment • Work boots • Batteries • Grease Equipment Come and find us at… Whitwarta Rd, Balaklava Phone: 8862 1866 Fax: 8862 1631

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Delay may scuttle Middle beach boat ramp I HAVE just returned from Exmouth, an amazing little town, formerly just a dot on the map on the coast of WA in the middle of the desert, half way between Perth and Darwin. Building blocks around the new fishing marina there are now selling for $400,000 plus – so I was interested to hear Middle Beach was looking to improve their boating and fishing facilities. The Foreshore Advisory Committee, after many, years of hard work contacting dozens of inter-

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ested parties for sponsorship and/or support for the Middle Beach project, finally managed to get support from the Federal government for a $100,000 unconditional grant, (albeit with an expiry date of February 9, 2009), and a grant of $275,000 from the SA Boating and Fisheries Advisory Council (SABFAC) on a ‘dollar for dollar’ basis (which would include ‘in kind’work, which amounts to about $75,000 plus the

Federal grant). For about $100,000 the Mallala Council would have a facility worth more than a half a million dollars, comparable to St Kilda, Wallaroo or Exmouth. While the move last week to increase councillor allowances by 25 per cent sailed through, a tourist and fishing facility which would benefit Dublin, Mallala, Two Wells and the greater region stalled, which could be the death knell for this project. If the Federal grant money has to be returned, our council has not a

Report on buildings

hope in hell of finding the $200,000 to match SABFAC’s grant. If you want to take the kids out boating or fishing from a well constructed, safe boat ramp, 15 minutes from your Two Wells/Lewiston home, (and doesn’t that add value to your property!), lobby your local councillors, especially Lewiston, as not one of those councillors appear to be interested in the sea-side assets which every other district and suburb in Australia classes as “blue chip.” JB Davis, Two Wells

An engineer will examine several council owned buildings, including the Balaklava grandstand. Wakefield Regional Council last Wednesday voted to engage Mace Engineering Services to inspect the grandstand, Snowtown Soldiers Memorial Hall, Snowtown Centenery Park Pavilion, Brinkworth Memorial Hall, Balaklava Town Hall, Balaklava Courthouse Gallery, and the old council chambers at Port Wakefield. The engineers report will identify what actions need to be taken to preserve or repair the buildings, and how urgent the actions are, as well as an estimated cost.

Local Christmas carols – do you believe in what you are singing? living

Each Christmas, as I sing the usual round of Carols, I find myself feeling rather odd. Do we really know what we are singing? In our multi-faith, multi-world view society, I wonder as a Christian if those of nonChristian faiths laugh, or get mad at what could

be described as ridiculous complacency and almost utter hypocrisy. How can so many who live as “secular” persons, even self declared atheists — some well known personalities among them — each year sing specifically Christian hymns at Christmas? When I sing songs

of faith, to me its like making a confession of faith. I am saying what I believe to be true, and declaring it aloud. There are songs I cannot in good conscience sing, and others that I love to sing because I fully believe what I am singing.

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Wednesday December 24 Hamley Bridge.......................... 7.30pm Thursday December 25 Balaklava.................................. 9.00am Sunday December 28 Balaklava.................................. 9.00am Hamley Bridge........................ 10.00am Goyder.................................... 11.00am

Wednesday December 24 Balaklava................................... 7.30pm Sunday December 28 Balaklava................................. 10.00am

Wednesday December 24 Balaklava - Mass....................... 7.30pm Pt Wakefield - Liturgy................ 6.00pm Sunday December 28 Balaklava - Mass..................... 10.30am Pt Wakefield - Mass................... 9.00am

church of christ Thursday December 25 Balaklava................................... 9.00am joining with UCA (at UCA)

Lutheran Church Wednesday December 24 Balaklava................................... 7.30pm Thursday December 25 Balaklava (HC).......................... 8.30am Auburn (HC)............................ 10.30am Sunday December 28 Balaklava................................... 9.00am

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Good News with Rev. Shane Kammermann, Balaklava UCA

What about you? Anyway, words from the

third verse of the well known Christmas Carol “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”, have struck me this year. “…born that man no more may die, born to raise the sons of earth, born to give them second birth.” I have probably noticed these words more than usual because in

the Uniting Church we have a focus on the theme of ‘Born Again’ running through our Christmas services. But what do the words mean, and why did Charles Wesley include them? I am not going to answer the question here by the way. You might like to

think about it yourself, and even ask a Christian, or participate in a Christmas service in a local church. Sometimes our well known songs and hymns contain surprising, and unexpectedly deep truths. May you have a truly blessed Christmas.

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uniting Church WAKEFIELD PARISH Wednesday December 24 Balaklava................................... 8.00pm Port Wakefield........................... 8.00pm Thursday December 25 Balaklava combined with C of C at UCA........................... 9.00am Sunday December 28 Balaklava................................. 9.00am Port Wakefield....................... 11.00am Adelaide Plains PARISH Thursday December 25 Mallala....................................... 9.15am Wednesday December 24 Two Wells.................................. 8.00pm Wednesday December 24 Owen......................................... 8.45pm Thursday December 25 Owen......................................... 9.00am Sunday December 28 Mallala..................................... 9.15am Two Wells................................ 9.00am Owen........................................ 9.30am Hamley Bridge........................ 11.00am Windsor.................................... 9.00am

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â&#x20AC;˘ Balaklava community rallied together in support of Halbury cyclist Shamus Liptrot, who sustained horrific injuries in a cycling race in Tasmania on December 29. â&#x20AC;˘ Blyth community identity Janet Zweck was named South Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Citizen of the Year for her numerous contributions to her local community. She was first named Wakefield Regional Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s citizen of the year, and was surprised and honoured to be named state winner just weeks later. â&#x20AC;˘ Two Wells mother, shop assistant and community volunteer Pamela Duncan was named District Council of Mallala Australia Day Citizen of the Year. Lewistonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gerald Pederick, who has a passion for music and a commitment to local youth, was named young citizen of the year. â&#x20AC;˘ Former school teacher and bus driver Doug Curtis, of Balaklava, was named a recipient of an Order of Australia Medal. Mr Curtis and his wife Jenny had lived in Balaklava since his retirement in 2000.

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to travel, would send a delegate if possible. â&#x20AC;˘ Balaklavaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill Court aged care facility purchased adjoining land in hopes of future expansion. Management has since lodged an application for additional bed licences to continue its plans. â&#x20AC;˘ Roseanne Dale became the first resident to move into the new Wattle Ridge housing estate in Balaklava, after purchasing an â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;as completedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; home built by developers of the estate, Homestead Homes. â&#x20AC;˘ One year since fire destroyed much of Primoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Port Wakefield abattoir, construction of new chillers began. â&#x20AC;˘ A colourful new mural was unveiled on the walls of the Mallala RSL building, created by Amanda Chapman of Windsor, with plenty of help from Graeme Bambridge, who completed much of the design. The country life scene â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Australian Arena Astoundsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; was completed at night, with the artists working with a projector to enlarge the design. â&#x20AC;˘ With an almost perfect year 12 score and a keen ambition to become a pharmacist, Balaklavaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jenna Koch was named one of 45 country students to receive a scholarship from State government and Country Health SA.

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THE Balaklava together in support community is rallying of the family of Halbury cyclist, Shamus Liptrot, injured in Royal Hobartwho remains critically Just days after news Hospital. of the 17-year-oldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s serious injury in a community memberTasmanian cycling race, collection tins in 20 Jenny Long had placed local businesses, seeking donations to support parents Malcolm Patricia, who have and Shamusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bedside. ďŹ&#x201A;own to Hobart to be by Shamus Liptrot Appeal Jenny has also opened will be forwarded to count at ANZ Balaklava, The Shamus Ac- Cycling SA. Balaklava Country which anyone can donate to. has generously agreed Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association These funds will be to forego any money transferred to Malcolm they receive on Australia and Patricia. Day and pass on to the Shamus The Balaklava Liptrot Appeal, while it Area Committee Balaklava Lions Club the organised a fundraising has School children willwill also donate. appeal which will target local traders, undertake the doordoorknock and an as well as organising a knock. appeal Malcolm at the Australian and Patricia said the Day breakfast. support were receiving from These tax deductible the local community they was donations to the very much appreciated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been overwhelmin g,â&#x20AC;? Malcolm said.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very grateful It is now 18 days to everybody.â&#x20AC;? curred on Saturday, since the accident ocDecember 29, and remains in a critical Shamus but stable condition Royal Hobart Hospital, at his side day and night. with his parents by Shamus suffered serious

injuries, including a fractured skull, when ing the C-Grade scratchseveral riders fell durrace in the Devonport Carnival. The promising young cyclist is part of Team Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Grady, and rides SHAMUS Liptrot with the Central Districts pictured on a Cycling Club. training run near his Halbury home September last in year.

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Balco sends first hay to China

â&#x20AC;˘ Balaklava-based hay exporter Balco sent its first shipment of oaten hay to China. A container of hay was shipped to Shanghai for use by dairy farmers. â&#x20AC;˘ Local farmers voiced mixed opinions on State governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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We hope this Christmas is filled with much joy & peace â&#x20AC;&#x153;For unto us a child is bornâ&#x20AC;?

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REFLECTIONS

SPECIAL FEATURE

Hamley’s health • Hamley Bridge residents breathed a sigh of relief to learn they would retain a medical service within the community. Wakefield Regional Council brokered an agreement to attract two new doctors, unanimously agreeing to fund a major refurbishment of the doctors’ surgery to secure the new doctors. The situation in Hamley Bridge had reached crisis point, with no replacement for retiring doctors Astrid Lettberg and John Gardner, leaving the hospital at risk of losing accreditation, which would effectively close the town’s largest employer. • Balaklava Racing Club revealed salinity was threatening its race track surface, with increasingly saline bore water causing some patches to die. • Thousands of visitors and locals traversed the Adelaide Plains for a series of events held as part of the annual Adelaide Plains Cup Festival. A crowd of 1650 flocked to the race track for the Primo Australia Adelaide Plains Cup, and Mallala Economic Development Board also successfully launched its new ‘Mallala, Home of Motorsport’ concept. Balaklava Eisteddfod was named

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overall winner of the 2008 Emu Awards, and ahead of the Balaklava Cup meeting to take out the event category. Other winners were Dublin community volunteer Eric Sutton (individual), Hamley Bridge Town Improvement Party (community group), and Hummocks Station (business). • Images of scattered, broken asbestos at Dublin landfill were leaked to the public, sparking fears for the safety of dump employees, locals and even travellers on the highway. The photographs, published by this newspaper, prompted an investigation by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA). Locals were concerned asbestos dust could be carried by the wind, placing people’s health at risk. EPA media and public affairs manager, Terry Clark, said while Integrated Waste Services was licensed to receive asbestos, the photographs appeared to show a breach of licence conditions.

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2008 Emu Award winners, the Balaklava Eisteddfod, with organising committee members (from left) Di Spence, Jo May, Pam Uppill and president, Bronnie Cottle. • Virginia market gardeners began to feel the effects of two weeks of sweltering heat, with cauliflower grower Domenic Catanzariti, of Global Fresh produce, claiming to have lost up to 20 per cent of his produce during the heat wave. • Manpower was the order of the day for a group of Owen locals who removed a fence along the railway line north of the Owen township, battling heat to salvage the fencing materials to sell as scrap. As well as the money gained from the sale of the fencing material, the removal of the fence made it much easier for farmers to crop the com-

munity cropping area for the benefit of the Owen Community Centre Committee. • Federal MP for Wakefield, Nick Champion, delivered his maiden speech in Parliament, but failed to mention any local issues. •Avon’s Greg Parker, well recognised in the area for his sticker-covered ute, suffered horrendous injuries when he was hit by a car early in the morning on March 19. The then 35-year-old father of three suffered numerous fractures, including a fractured neck, and is still battling his injuries.

• Mallala council’s district planner, Henri Mueller, revealed hopes to create a wetlands corridor along the Gawler River from Gawler to the coast, with cycling and walking trails. • Hamley Bridge was named division one Wooroora bowls champions, while division two white winners were Balaklava, and division two red winners were Port Wakefield. • Cries of “Sack the councillors” and plenty of laughter echoed through Mallala Institute as the cast of Crackers performed their comedy masterpiece. Set in the council of Lower Buttocks, the play was written by Richard Verner and directed by Yvette Jenkin and Richard. • He’d been a familiar face in his green uniform for decades, but Balaklava ambulance and St John volunteer Lindsay Day retired after 40 years’ commitment. • A proposal to build an abattoir at Dublin processing 3500 sheep and 350 cattle daily was revealed by Normanville Meatworks. It was proposed to build the $9.5 million abattoir next to the existing saleyards.

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Garry, Jenni, Charlotte & Danielle wish all a Merry Christmas & prosperous 2009. We would like to thank all customers for your support. We value your patronage Wishing all our clients a Merry Christmas from Rebecca, Naomi, Angela, Caitlin & Chrystal

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Ken, Heather & Shane Cunningham & staff thank all clients for their patronage over the past year. We wish you peace & blessings for the Christmas Season and look forward to serving you again in 2009

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SPECIAL FEATURE

2008

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â&#x20AC;˘ Thousands of golf balls were released in the main street of Two Wells in an attention-grabbing stunt to push for the reopening of Port Gawler Off Road Hire Park. The spectacle was organised by the Foreshore Advisory Committee in a bid to send a clear message to authorities about the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;balls upâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; which led to the off road hire park being closed since November 2006. â&#x20AC;˘ Balaklava Golf Club revealed plans for a multi-million dollar upgrade, the majority funded by a private developer. The initial proposal included an upgraded and remodelled clubhouse; houseblocks, including two story town house rental accommodation; and a wellness centre with a day spa. The club would retain ownership of the course and clubhouse.

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medical force down-skilling of the no longer and Karen Petney as particular skills would would By Lauren Parker attraction be required, and said doctors SPECIAL REPORT: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hospital is a big their commitments a big â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to have the for doctors to be able to admit pa- be re-assessing smaller country and the future of hospital. their patients, to practising in has grave concerns for effect on the community tients and look after were unable to communities if they Dr lemmon said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re and for continuity of care.â&#x20AC;? health services in Balaklava. retain the utilise their training and skills. if patients doctors,â&#x20AC;? going to struggle to Dr lemmon said Dr lemmon predicted 2 else. doctors could really n Continued page needed admitting, to Balaklava doctors and attract anyone no longer send them

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Balaklava Hospital faces the fight of its life following a radical restructuring of this stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health system. Hot on the heels of learning $35 million will be slashed from country health, Health Minister John Hill has announced a major restructuring of country health that has cast a cloud of uncertainty over the future of country hospitals. Balaklava and Riverton Hospitals board chairman, Es Hoepner, learned of the proposed draft Health Care Bill 2007 at a seminar in Adelaide last Tuesday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very worrying,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Hoepner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of grey areas and we really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where we stand.â&#x20AC;? Mr Hoepner said Mr Hill â&#x20AC;&#x153;glossed overâ&#x20AC;? details of the proposed new Bill and delegates were only handed a draft copy as they left. But with submissions to be lodged by August 10, Balaklava and Riverton Hospitals board will be under the pump to respond by the deadline. n Continued Page 4

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â&#x20AC;˘ District Council of Mallala made an unexpected decision to relocate its offices and depot to Two Wells in a six-five vote that divided councillors. â&#x20AC;˘ Alf Traeger, the man who invented the pedal radio, was honoured when the Balaklava Museum formally named the Alf Traeger Memorial Radio Room. The unveiling was witnessed by Joyce Traeger Blaess and her daughter Glenda Shepherd.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Local communities were outraged by a State government Country Health Care Plan, believing local health services were in jeopardy. â&#x20AC;˘ Locals spoke out in a bid to have Shannon Road sealed because of its use as a freight route. The welltravelled road connects Carslake and Dublin roads, and is frequented by trucks and semis transporting stock to the livestock markets. â&#x20AC;˘ Wakefield electorate councils revealed they were working together to form a new plan to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;waterproofâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the Adelaide Plains. The Wakefield Group of councils hoped to attract State or Federal government funding to investigate the possibility of recharging aquifers from stormwater run-off and flood water, which could then be reused. â&#x20AC;˘ Riverton and Districts High School was named Viticulture School

of the Year in a statewide competition between high schools. The school accepted the honour for the second time, having won in 2005. â&#x20AC;˘ New mosaic benches added a splash of colour to the almost completed Balaklava Parklands stage three project. Created by artist Marie Jonsson Harrison, volunteer Barb Chapman and Balaklava primary and high school students, the benches are a cheerful addition to the parklands. â&#x20AC;˘ Tiny spy cameras were put in place by District Council of Mallala to catch those illegally dumping rubbish on roadsides. â&#x20AC;˘ There may no longer be chooks in every backyard to make use of household scraps, but Mallala council residents were given a new way to make use of their scraps - through a new recycling program. â&#x20AC;˘ Balaklava lost its innocence when an armed robber held up the ANZ Bank. A man entered the bank before pulling down a balaclava and brandishing a high-powered weapon.

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Mayor James Maitland, councillors and staff wish everyone a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Mark, Katrina, Olivia & Eliza wish to thank all clients for their support and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and happy and safe New Year

Office closed from 1pm Wed December 24, 2008 and reopen 9am Mon January 5, 2009

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Wendy, Trevor & staff wish all customers and friends a merry Christmas & happy & safe New Year

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BALAKLAVA police officer Steve Harwood with pistol drawn, enters the ANZ bank with manager, Paul McBride, in the background. Local police and a passing motorcycle policeman were on the scene almost immediately, but were unable to capture the offender. Unsure if he was still in the bank, Star Force squad arrived as a helicopter searched from above. The offender remains at large.

Blatchyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nuts Balaklava - Ph: 8862 1081

Martin, Sheralyn, family and staff would like to thank everyone for their support and wish all their customers and friends a Merry Christmas & happy New Year Closed from Dec 25 Open January 4 inc

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Gib, Sharon, Waverley & Carmen together with Tegan, extend Christmas Greetings to friends & clients

We thank you for your patronage during 2008 & look forward to seeing you in 2009

Closing: Tuesday December 23, 2008 Re-Opening: Monday January 19, 2009

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Balaklava Physiotherapy Darren and Rodney wish all of our valued clients a merry Christmas and a safe and healthy 2009 Call to enquire about our holiday opening hours

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REFLECTIONS

Reflecting on

july

• Balaklava Racing Club supporters were relieved to hear the proposed Balaklava-Gawler ‘super club’ had been scrapped. In a plan released in April 2007, the Thoroughbred Racing SA board had proposed a merger of the two clubs, but a newly appointed TRSA board decided against the proposal. • Six hundred people packed Balaklava Town Hall in a heated meeting discussing the proposed Country Health Plan. The plan has since been revised. • Balaklava community farewelled Dr Jeff Baker, who had served the community for more than three decades. Dr Baker and wife Margaret made the move to Adelaide after 33 years practice in Balaklava. • An agreement to build three new community housing units in Balaklava was reached by State government, Balaklava Church of Christ Community Care Inc, and SWAP Shop. The rental units are under construction on the corner of Gwy

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We fight for hospital • A survey of Port Wakefield residents revealed 55 per cent of respondents felt a supermarket was the most important retail activity needed in the town, and more than two-thirds listed it as a top five priority.

A CROWD of about 600 people packed Balaklava Town Hall to protest the Country Health Plan. The Plains Producer printed a “Save our Hospital” poster. Terrae and George Street, at a cost choice’ award for the Adelaide of $483,500. Plains region, while Snowtown’s • Balaklava Racing Club won a Homestead Cafe won a ‘best new tourism excellence award at the Jim business’award presented by mayors Barry Clare Valley Regional Tour- of councils within the region. Lyn ism Awards. Seccafien was named winner of the Mallala Hotel won the ‘peoples Adelaide Plains courtesy award.

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Reflecting on

august

• The vivid blue sky above Snowtown proved the perfect canvas to allow kite flyers of all ages to ‘paint the sky’ as part of the SALA Festival. Other SALA events included an exhibition of watercolours by Birdsville artist Wolfgang John held at Mallala Hotel, and launch of Riverton Plein Air Painters. • Mallala business owners took a stand against council’s proposed relocation to Two Wells, which would effectively relocate one-third of the town’s workforce to Two Wells. One vowed to move a vote of no confidence in the councillors if the motion was not reversed.

• Brinkworth residents spoke out against a proposed expansion of a fertiliser depot on the outskirts of town, raising concerns of negative health impacts, noise, dust and safety. • Widespread rain had farmers hopeful of a good season, boosting subsoil moisture and leaving farmers in a better position than they were at the same time last year. • Drilling at various sites at Beaufort, Whitwarta and Port Clinton continued as Gulf X Limited (now Syngas) searched for lignite and coal deposits. • Mallala Council reversed its decision to relocate both its depot and offices to Two Wells. Before a gallery packed with a crowd of 50, all but two councillors agreed the decision should be overturned, instead deciding to engage a consultant to consider various locations. • Exploration company Gulf X (now Syngas) revealed a premium diesel production plant could be built in the local area, providing hundreds of employment opportunities.

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reflections

SPECIAL FEATURE

Reflecting on

september

â&#x20AC;˘ Three alleged gunmen were arrested after reports were made of gun fire from Port Parham and Webb Beach, allegedly damaging water tanks. Police from Mallala, Two Wells, Gawler and Elizabeth arrested the trio after stopping their vehicle and attending a home on the Esplanade, where they located two rifles allegedly stolen from a Port Parham home within the previous three days, along with ammunition, cannabis and a prohibited weapon. The arrested men were from Thompson Beach, Port Parham, and Lochiel. â&#x20AC;˘ Snowtown farmer Ted Beare retired from his position as councillor with Wakefield Regional Council. The northern ward councillor and his wife Deb said they were leaving the business they had been managing, and would take long service leave to travel. â&#x20AC;˘ Local farmers were crossing their fingers early in the month in hopes of rain to cap off a promising season. Agronomists gave mixed reports on the promise of the season, with Elders agronomist Michael Brougham saying there was little subsoil moisture remaining, and because of warm, sunny days, rain was desperately needed. â&#x20AC;˘ A record crowd poured through the gates at Balaklava Racing Club to see Life to the Full take out the coveted Balaklava Cup. Sixteen thousand punters set a new TAB record of $802,000, betting a total of $1.3 million.

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Harvest, hope, heroes ...and villains â&#x20AC;˘ Salisburyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nathan Roberts gained national attention after a streaking incident went wrong at an Adelaide Plains football match. The 26-year-old stripped off to run across the oval during the A grade preliminary final between Hummocks Watchman Eagles and United at Virginia - all for a laugh and a $50 bet. But unfortunately for Nathan, he knocked himself out cold, and found himself facing police charges. â&#x20AC;˘ Virginia Football Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Matthew Young was named the 2008 Plains Producer medalist. Long Plains netballer Kate Baker was named A1 best and fairest. â&#x20AC;˘ The Wilson family scooped the interbreed trifecta at the Royal Adelaide show when they showed their charolais cattle, gathering a total of 14 ribbons. Robyn, James, Bec and Duane Wilson, of Arabar Stud, Balaklava, had their most successful year in

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â&#x20AC;˘ Calls to fix Balaklavaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandstand were renewed following the Balaklava show, when locals were unable to sit in the shaded stand because it was deemed unsafe. â&#x20AC;˘ Gutsy young farmhand Kerrin Rowan was acknowledged for his determination to return to work after breaking his back, severing his spinal cord, fracturing his skull and losing his right eye in a workplace accident. The 26-year-old returned to work in February, eight months after he fell from the top of a stock crate, and in October was named winner of a WorkCoverSA Return to Work award. â&#x20AC;˘ Auburn wine maker Helen McCarthy APFL Plains Producer medallist, Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Matthew Young, with was named winner of the 2008 Kemenyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s APNA A1 best and fairest, Long Plains netballer Kate Baker, and Medal for Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most up-and-coming football writer, Kym Jarman. winemaker at the 2008 Gourmey Traveller WINE Winemaker of the Year Awards. 13 years exhibiting, with their chaThe Taylors Wines senior winemaker rolais rated best of the champions was also accepted into the 2008 Len Evanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of every breed at the show in the tutorial, Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most exclusive wine sires progeny category, supreme school. Premiers 2008 champion pair, and all breed chamâ&#x20AC;˘ Harvest began in mid October for some pion pair. farmers, who were initially reaping average Nyowee Stud also collected yields but poor quality crops. several accolades for its rams. â&#x20AC;˘ Two Wells businessman and councillor â&#x20AC;˘ Two Wells A1 netballers Joe Daniele was named a recipient of the became back-to-back premiers, 14 Pride of Australia â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Fair Goâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; medal. defeating Balaklava 47 to 31, while The award is each year given to an AusDouble tragedy at Bowmans â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Page 3 Hummocks Watchman Eagles A EVERYTHINGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S tralian permanent resident or citizen born BETTER VENNINGS graders took another flag against SELF PROPELLED AUGERS overseas who has enriched Australia through last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premiers, Mallala. their honesty, hard work and willingness to â&#x20AC;˘ Tragically, the same morning, RAMSEY BROS embrace their new home. two young farmers lost their lives, â&#x20AC;˘ Pioneers of organic farming in South throwing the local community into Australia, Gavin and Rosemary Dunn were mourning. named winners of an Organic Federation of Mathew Saint and Chris Tiller Australia â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Lifetime Achievementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Award. were killed when the ute they were The Tarlee couple established the travelling in left a bridge alongside Organic Federation of Australia 22 years a railway line, falling into the dry previously. creekbed below. 8FEOFTEBZ 4FQUFNCFS XXX QMBJOTQSPEVDFS DPN BV QSPEVDFS!SCF OFU BV QIPOF GBY

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Sport

No more easy games when divisions split It was, at last, a good night to play basketball outside. Even better as my three pointers began to go in. It’s all in the action. Some of us learn it while others don’t. Jed Rowland has got it. He managed to throw one just before half time in the Young Guns game – against Craig Price too, although unlike Jed who usually has big Justin Walker there waiting for the rebounds, he still forgets to set up the play until it is too late. Well, that’s Dribbler’s view on it all. Bulldogs certainly have some good players in their lower grades. I think Dribbler counted three in the team who beat Hamley on Friday night, so next year the A grade men should be quite a competition. I hear that the young ones really enjoyed playing up. Dribbler got caught up with the under 14 girls game between Magic and Bulldogs. He really likes the way young Shauni Tiller plays. Her natural ability and basketball know-how gave Magic the edge, but Carly Williams showed that she has got it too. Danielle Hosking was a whizz for her Bulldogs team with lots of energy and determination. It will be good next year when the divisions are split. There will be no more easy games – teams like the Owen women, ones where one team is distinctly better than the other, will play at appropriate levels. On Friday the stronger Owen team scored the same number of points as did the team that beat the weaker Owen team. It was a huge score too! The hearts of the Owen Eagles girls are strong however as they kept on playing after one of their girls went off injured and with only juniors to fill in. Hamley would have been pleased as it is not much fun coming out and playing only half a game. Two weeks ago when the rest of us were washed out a number of our Association teams went to Adelaide to play in the St. Clair Christmas carnival. Isn’t it great that we have so many enthusiastic

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basketballers?! Dribbler tells me it was a fantastic learning experience. Jess Robertson, Ebony Auerbach, Aishlea Smith, Emma Fry put up their hands to play in the under 18 Girls competition and nearly had to pull out because of the lack of numbers. Fortunately the Florance girls came to the rescue and joined their team. Their mother Chrissy and Don Fry helped organise the team and made it possible for these keen and committed girls to play and learn. Well done girls! The under 14 Girls also did us proud. Their games were in different stadiums all around the Adelaide metropolitan area so there was quite a lot of travelling. They had a great time, and also played some good basketball, They won two and lost two. Coaches Laurie Bull and Mich Tiller were very happy with them all. In their game against the West Adelaide Bearcats they won 26-3. Steph McArdle showed great skill and determination impressing Dribbler. Lauren Maxwell was also strong, who along with Shauni Tiller gave the team great leadership. The score didn’t really reflect how the game was played as the other side were comparable in size. They certainly gave Dribbler the kind of action he was looking for. The under 16 boys also won two and lost two. Coach Leigh Wright was very pleased but disappointed for the boys. He told Dribbler that they didn’t adapt to the surroundings and struggled with the rings and boards, which are different to our outside ones.

Michael Clifford who dominated at Minlaton, found it hard to get into the game but with each game he got stronger. Dribbler tells me he rebounded some big boards and against taller guys. Tom Lloyd, Dribbler reckons, was the best of the carnival. He was very mature in his attitude and approach getting better with each game. Luke Williams on the other hand struggled with the backboards and could not seem to find his golden touch. Jordan Wilson had some good moments and was a big backup for Tom. He played well on Sunday morning, according to Dribbler, taking some good rebounds and scoring some critical points. The senior men struggled for players. Some misinformation had a number not turn up. Jed, Jon, Simon, Danny had a great time and were the key players for the team. Leigh Wright helped out and played the first game on Saturday for them. Travis Olsen also played two games on Saturday but couldn’t play the night one. They still managed to win two. Some of their opposition were quite difficult but our boys kept their heads. Andrew “Killer” Kielcznski was an unbelievable influence and help and was pleased with their efforts. Dribbler reckons that they will be worth the travel time when it comes to the Country Championships as this experience would have helped them realise what it will take to go to the next level. Let’s hope more Adelaide Plains people can check them out. I am sure that Annie or Deb will be in the know as to when and where they will be playing. Dribbler can’t wait! Next year should be even more exciting with the divisions split into grades. The break should be a good opportunity for many to “hone” their skills. Have a good Christmas and we’ll see you in the New Year. Dribbler I know will be practising. I shot 20 straight last week and so he has some work to do. Merry Christmas.

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Premiership Table as at December 20

A MEN Pld Young Guns 9 Bulldogs 9 Owen 9 Hamley Bridge 9 B MEN Pld Nuggets 9 Redlegs 9 Hawks 9 Lakers 9 Swaggies 9 Bulldogs 9 Pld C MEN Jazz 8 Owen Meercats 7 Longies 8 Pacers 9 Pld U/16 BOYS Lakers 9 Magics 9 Celtics 9 Owen 9 Bulldogs 9 Long Plains 9 Pld U/14 BOYS Celtics 8 Redlegs 7 Owen 7 Nuggets 7 Bulldogs 7 Pld U/12 BOYS Young Guns 9 Bulldogs 9 Rockets 9 Owen 9 B Women Pld Owen Opals 9 Thunder 9 Hamley Bridge 9 Eagles 9 Lightning 9 Pld C Women Redlegs 9 Bulldogs 9 Cats 9 Storm 9 Owen Eagles 9 U/16 GIRLS Pld Bulldogs 7 Blaze 7 Bullets 9 Owen 7 Long Plains 8 U/14 GIRLS Pld Magics 8 Bulldogs 7 Midgets 7 Owen 7 Long Plains 7 U/12 GIRLS Pld Bulldogs 9 Owen 9 Wildcats 9 Lakers 9

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L Drn 1 2 4 1 4 2 6 1 L Drn 2 0 2 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 4 0 L Drn 6 0 5 0 7 0 8 0 L Drn 0 0 3 0 4 0 4 0 7 0 9 0 L Drn 1 0 2 0 3 0 5 0 7 0 L Drn 2 0 2 0 5 0 8 0 L Drn 1 0 1 0 1 0 2 0 3 0 L Drn 7 0 7 0 5 0 8 0 8 0 L Drn 0 0 2 0 4 1 5 0 6 1 L Drn 1 0 1 0 4 0 5 1 6 1 L Drn 0 0 3 0 6 1 8 1

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Agst % 321 113.7 306 114.1 394 90.6 358 86.0 Agst % 311 123.5 305 137.7 309 126.9 226 150.4 303 108.9 290 97.2 Agst % 338 67.5 314 65.3 328 73.8 363 72.7 Agst % 198 270.7 305 125.9 270 154.4 334 86.8 328 71.0 510 16.7 Agst % 213 155.9 179 176.0 205 129.3 235 84.7 390 28.5 Agst % 135 174.8 127 137.8 136 126.5 235 21.3 Agst % 149 283.9 187 151.9 176 268.2 131 242.7 183 123.5 Agst % 339 38.3 283 57.2 352 36.6 338 57.4 326 38.7 Agst % 141 149.6 193 124.9 196 144.9 225 85.8 283 38.5 Agst % 112 162.5 135 177.0 115 143.5 211 42.2 208 51.0 Agst % 85 312.9 119 170.6 216 44.4 224 35.3

Balaklava’s Peter Kowalick attempts to stop a shot from Bulldog Shane McGuiness during the men’s division game.

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Bulldogs 40 (S.Nankivell 16, J.Cmrlec 13, N.Jericho 6) def Hamley Bridge 29 (P.Clark 10, S.Rademacher 8, J.Schahinger 6). Young Guns 51 (A.Williams 12, J.Rowland 11, J.Walker 9) def Owen 44 (K.Ruiz 20, A.Pratt 10, J.Sullivan 8).

Owen Opals 71 (B.Wedding 25, S.Wilson 18, E.Fry 12) def Redlegs 18 (B.Blackwell 6, F.Tiller 6, S.Mudge 2). Thunder 51 (J.Harding 25, K.Taylor 12, C.Michael 6) def Bulldogs 8 (J.Smith 5, K.Marshall 2, A.Trench 1). Lightning 28 (T.Wiseman 9, M.Veitch 7, A.Curnow 5) def Storm 21 (J.Robertson 8, K.McArdle 6, C.Haynes 4). Eagles 54 (S.Young 19, J.Taylor 17, H.Nicholls 8) def Cats 8 (K.Hitch 4, L.Mugge 2, N.Andriske 2). Hamley Bridge 71 (G.Calley 22, L.Read 18, H.Clark 13) def Owen Eagles 6 (K.Graham 2, S.Fritz 2, L.Faulkner 2).

men’s division EMMA Fry, Owen isn’t deterred by the defending of Belinda Blackwell, Bulldogs, as she shoots during the women’s division game.

Bulldogs 42 (D.Hill 21, S.McGuiness 8, T.Rowe 8) def Pacers 31 (P.Kowalick 10, B.Lloyd 10, S.Rowland 4). Redlegs 41 (C.Price 29, B.Price 6, T.Stowers 4) def Swaggies 39 (H.Pym 19, R.Sharer 16, J.Robinson 2). Lakers 42 (D.Friedrichs 22, N.Olsen 6, L.Guy 6) def Jazz 20 (G.Palmer 6, D.Harding 4, M.Gates 4). Nuggets 50 (K.Allen 14, J.Henderson 14, L.Wright 14) def Hawks 33 (B.Mitchell 11, N.Forest 10, S.Noack 6). Owen 48 (B.Moreton 19, L.Shepley 15, J.Smith 6) def Longies 37 (J.Matthews 20, K.Jenkin 11, J.Baldwin-Smith 6).

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Magic 38 (L.Williams 24, T.Michael 9, S.Weerts 3) def Bulldogs 30 (C.Ruiz 10, J.Zilm 8, D.Pfeiffer 6). Lakers 65 (M.Clifford 22, T.Shepherd 15, B.Heaslip 14) def Long Plains 8 (D.Wilson 4, C.Sharer 2, K.McArdle 2). Celtics 59 (T.Lloyd 22, T.Halls 22, C.McPharlin 9) def Owen 16 (B.Merry 6, L.Hobbs 4, S.Hill 2).

Magics 23 (S.Tiller 13, A.Michael 6, C.Williams 4) def Bulldogs 20 (J.Hoepner 8, D.Hosking 8, H.Hoepner 4). Midgets 43 (B.Koch 20, T.White 19, T.Renshaw 2) def Owen 10 (R.Fritz 4, T.Smith 4, S.Parker 2).

u14 boys

Owen 21 (K.Wedding 8, B.Wilson 8, R.Dunstan 2) def Lakers 8 (L.Tiller 5, K.White 2, H.Mellier 1). Bulldogs 32 (T.Williams 12, N.Greenshilds 10, S.Cullen 6) def Lakers 9 (H.Sellar 8, W.Palmer 1).

Celtics 64 (B.Heaslip 18, S.Wildman 16, B.Moss 14) def Bulldogs 21 (C.Veitch 10, W.Angel 4, J.Alsop 4). Redlegs 48 (B.Taylor 14, T.Nottle 14, J.Appleby 14) def Nuggets 24 (N.Veitch 10, D.Bigg 10, B.Krieg 4).

THOMAS Rowe, Bulldogs, passes in front of Balaklava’s Matthew Fiegert during the men’s division game.

u16 girls Bulldogs 42 (J.Angel 14, T.Nottle 12, K.Cmrlec 8) def Bullets 30 (S.Tiller 10, R.Mallon 10, T.Lawson 6). Blaze 50 (A.Simon 15, L.Michael 12, R.McPharlin 8) def Owen 36 (B.Wedding 22, B.Kirvan 8, E.Fry 4).

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Rockets 18 (J.Butterfield 8, Tom Goldney 6, T.Scholz 2) def Owen 11 (C.Lane 6, J.Tiller 4, N.McArdle 1). Young Guns 34 (J.Michael 21, T.Lane 7, D.Page 4) def Bulldogs 16 (T.Moulds 9, N.Studham 5, O.Karsten 2).

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Tarlee records second win At last – perfect bowls weather, and with it a number of upsets. Wasleys and Tarlee caused upsets in Division one. Wasleys’ recent improving form was evident last Saturday as it recorded an all-rinks-up win over Owen at Owen. Tarlee recorded its second win for the season defeating the more fancied Mallala side despite having only one rink up. The final margin was three shots. Third-placed Hamley Bridge widened the gap between itself and fourth-placed Port Wakefield with a comfortable 15-shot victory over their hosts. In the closest Division One match, leaders Riverton held on for a two-shot win over second-placed Balaklava. Going into the Christmas break, Riverton holds a 13-point lead over Balaklava with Hamley Bridge a further one point behind. Port Wakefield sits in fourth spot 20 points behind Hamley Bridge, but 18 to 20 points ahead of the chasing pack of Owen, Mallala and Wasleys. Tarlee occupies the foot of the standings.

FRANK Gorey, Tarlee and Peter Furst, Mallala watch the play during the division one game. INSET: Deane Branson, Tarlee division one lines up.

Coming up in 2009

January 10: Bowls resumes with another series of interesting matches in Division One.

By John Glistak, Secretary WMBA Wasleys hosts Balaklava in what should be an intriguing battle. Balaklava won last time at home with only one rink up and with Wasleys’ improving form of late, a Wasleys’ win will not be unexpected. Hamley Bridge can further dent Mallala’s aspirations of finals participation by accounting for them in their clash to be played at Hamley Bridge. While Port Wakefield is presently safe in fourth position, any lapse will allow the chasing sides a glimpse of opportunity to snatch that position from them. Port Wakefield travel to Riverton for a challenging contest against leaders Riverton. Consistent form favours Riverton to record another win at their expense. The final match sees Tarlee host Owen where the visiting side should prove too strong. January 17: Three key matches are featured in Division One. Another danger match looms for Port Wakefield as it hosts Balaklava. Port Wakefield’s form against their opponent has not been strong in recent clashes and Balaklava is expected to secure another win against their hosts.

Wasleys travels to Tarlee with the expectation of returning home with another comfortable win. Elsewhere, Owen hosts Hamley Bridge with the odds favouring a win for the visitors while leaders Riverton should prove too strong for the Mallala outfit. Division I: December 20: Riverton 71(10) (N. Rogers 20, M. Griffiths 26, B. Mullins 25) def. Balaklava 69(2) (P. Thompson 29, T. Clifford 20, B. Taylor 20); Hamley Bridge 79(10) (B. Smith 26, D. Rex 26, A. O’Brien 27) def. Port Wakefield 64(2) (R. McQuire 30, G. McPharlin 18, A. Fontaine 16); Wasleys 83(12) (G. Rendell 30, L. Ryan 27, D. Olive 26) def. Owen 61(0) (T. Harkness 20, K. Warnes 20, B. Parker 21); Tarlee 72(8) (F. Gorey 20, M. Butler 30, D. Branson 22) def. Mallala 69(4) (P. Furst 25, K. Roberts 13, I. Stuart 31) Standings: Riverton 104 +168, Balaklava 91 +182, Hamley Bridge 90 +131, Port Wakefield 70 +35, Owen 52 -117, Mallala 51 -185, Wasleys 49 -78, Tarlee 21 -302 Division I – January 10: Wasleys vs Balaklava, Hamley Bridge vs Mallala, Riverton vs Port Wakefield, Tarlee vs Owen Division I: January 17: Port Wakefield vs Balaklava, Tarlee vs Wasleys, Owen vs Hamley Bridge, Mallala vs Riverton

Leading Hamley teams suffer upset losses in division two Joint leaders, Hamley Red and Hamley White, both suffered upset losses in last weekend’s Division Two round. Hamley Red lost by five shots to Balaklava White while Hamley White lost to Balaklava Blue by seven shots despite having two rinks up. Mallala White is the new leader of the competition, by one shot, following their sound win over Tarlee. Port Wakefield Gold’s record at home continues to be poor and was not helped by Riverton Black’s win over their hosts. In the remaining matches, comfortable wins were recorded by Riverton White, Mallala Black and Owen. The impact of last weekend’s matches caused significant change in the Division Two standings leading into the Christmas break. Mallala White and Hamley Red lead on the same points with Mallala White being one shot better off. Hamley Red is two points behind with Mallala Black a further three points in arrears. These sides, together with Balaklava Blue, should make the Red Section but the remaining three spots are still to be decided. Four sides – Balaklava White, Balaklava Red, Owen and Riverton Black – are separated by a spread of five points with Port Wakefield Gold still in the running, a further five points back. Only two more Division Two rounds

By John Glistak, Secretary WMBA remain to determine which sides make the Red Section or, instead, play in the White Section for the remainder of the season. January 10 Div 2: Only two matches will have little or no influence on standings. Mallala White travels to Balaklava Red eager to cement their position at the top of the table. Season form favours a win for the visiting side. The Hamley local derby will be eagerly contested with both sides keen to improve their standing as well as earn bragging rights over their opponents. A close match is expected. Owen hosts Port Wakefield Gold with the knowledge that a win should ensure the home side a berth in the Red Section. However, for Port Wakefield Gold to take one of the eight spots, the side must win both of their remaining matches and perhaps rely on other results. An intriguing situation! Riverton Black hosts Balaklava White, two sides vying for a Red Section berth. Another close contest is expected with much relying on the result. Mallala Black and Balaklava White are favoured to win their respective matches while Port Wakefield Blue and Tarlee

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Name: Colin Stewart Age: 69 Played bowls for: 4 years Bowl for: Balaklava Red Live: Balaklava Profession: Retired (ha ha!) Hobbies other than bowls: Gardening, fishing, model aircraft Do you prefer to play on lawn or synthetic greens? Never played on synthetic Toughest club: Mallala Other than myself, the association’s best bowler is: Peter Thompson I don’t play bowls with my wife because: She only plays Night Owls Should there be a minimum age limit for bowlers? No

Should there be a maximum? No If you could trade places with any other person for a week, famous or not famous, living or dead, real or fictional, with whom would it be? I’m happy as I am! What was the last film you saw? World’s Fastest Indian What is your favourite movie, TV show, song? Sport What would you like to see changed in the world? World peace When you have to cook a meal for yourself, what is it? Chops and 3 veg If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be? “Sports mad”

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should have an even match. The final round on January 17 features at least three key matches that may influence the final standings in Division Two. Hamley White hosts Riverton Black in a match where a win for the visiting side is needed if it is to have any chance of competing in the Red Section the following week. Balaklava White and Owen are two sides competing for the final three spots and so their match will also be keenly watched. Port Wakefield Gold has a must win match against Mallala Black to determine in which Section it will play the following week. Any number of the remaining matches may also be crucial to the final standings as upset results have been the norm this season, so far. Division Two: December 20: Mallala White 105(12) (P. March 35, K. McDonald 44, G. Forrest 26) def. Tarlee 64(0) (A. Ransom 18, J. Tayler 24, D. Heathfield 22); Riverton White 91(12) (R. Hannaford 29, J. Glistak 36, P. Gates 26) def. Port Wakefield Blue 57(0) (T. Franke 22, H. Brown 17, J. Prime 18); Balaklava Blue 75(8) (R. Barr 23, C. Milton 19, P. McPharlin 33) def. Hamley White 65(4) (J. Daniel 25, I. Parr 21, B. Morris 19); Mallala Black 94(10) (G. Donlon 25, J. Evans 23, C. Crossman 46) def. Balaklava Red 60(2) (C. Cowan 26, K. Cottle 15, B. Hogben 19); Riverton Black 78(12) (R. Schulz 27, B. Prime 26, M. Prime 25) def. Port Wakefield Gold 60(0) (A. Williams 16, R. MacGregor 20, A. Carslake 24); Owen 94(12) (I. Freebairn 28, L. Beaty 39, K. Gould 27) def. Wasleys 49(0) (J. McDonnell 16, R. Modra 14, T. Prior 19); Balaklava White 78(10) (K. Harkness 32, J. Olsen 21, R. Hillman 25) def. Hamley Red 73(2) (J. Tily 23, D. French 30, G. Schilling 20) Standings: Mallala White 92 +135, Hamley White 92 +134, Hamley Red 90 +169, Mallala Black 87 +115.75, Balaklava Blue 82 +79, Balaklava White 74 +30, Balaklava Red 72 +1, Owen 71 +51.25, Riverton Black 69 +40, Port Wakefield Gold 64 +102, Riverton White 60 +19, Wasleys 34 -318, Port Wakefield Blue 25 -215, Tarlee 12 -345 Division Two – 10 January 2009: Mallala Black vs Wasleys, Owen vs Port Wakefield Gold, Riverton Black vs Balaklava White, Hamley Red vs Hamley White, Balaklava Red vs Mallala White, Port Wakefield Blue vs Tarlee, Balaklava Blue vs Riverton White. Division Two: January 17: Mallala White vs Port Wakefield Blue, Tarlee vs Balaklava Blue, Riverton White vs Hamley Red, Hamley White vs Riverton Black, Balaklava White vs Owen, Wasleys vs Balaklava Red, Port Wakefield Gold vs Mallala Black Division Two Red and Division Two White competitions commence January 24, 2009.

ABOVE: Scarlett Schumacher, Balaklava and Helen Bell, Hamley Bridge give their team mates lines during the division two match RIGHT: Dean Willmott, Riverton steadies his arm before sending one down during his division two game.

Inter-Association side announced Wooroora Men’s Association hosts this season’s Inter-Association Round Robin against Barossa & Light, Broughton and Mid North Associations. This event will be played at Balaklava Bowling Club on Sunday 11 January 2009, commencing at 9.30 a.m. Association selectors have announced the following squad: D. Willmott (Riverton), K. Reynolds (Hamley Bridge), A. Fontaine (Port Wakefield), D. Rex (sk.) (Hamley Bridge); J. Bubner (Hamley Bridge), A. Clark (Riverton), B. Mullins (Riverton), A. O’Brien (sk.) (Hamley Bridge); A. Chivell (Balaklava), D. Lamond (Balaklava), M. Durdin (Hamley Bridge),

B. Smith (sk.) (Hamley Bridge); C. Bown (Balaklava), N. Harkness (Owen), M. Greenslade (Riverton), P. Thompson (sk.) (Balaklava); P. Furst (Mallala), B. Duncan (Owen), B. Parker (Owen), L. Ryan (sk.) (Wasleys); B. Olsen (Balaklava), C. Donohue (Hamley Bridge), M. Griffiths (Riverton), N. Rogers (sk.) (Riverton). If any selected player is unavailable, please contact either D. Rex (0419 807 925) or P. Thompson (0418 896 808). Have a Merry Xmas and a safe New Year and we will see you again on the bowling green in several weeks time. John Glistak. secretary,Wooroora Men’s Bowling Association.

The Plains Producer, Wednesday December 24, 2008

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stanley Cricket Results of B Grade Stanley cricket played on December 20

Lower North vs Clare

Women’s triples tournament The Wooroora Women’s Triples Tournament was played at Balaklava on Monday December 15. The winning teams were both from Mallala, a three-end knock out having to be played to determine the winner. Steady bowling by Carol King, Bev Roney and Shirley Sanders won these women the match. The runner-up team consisted of Margaret Marshman, Helen Johnson and Yvonne Howard. These women can hold their heads high, as they played a more experienced team. Pictured, from left: winning team of lead Shirley Sanders, third Bev Roney and skipper Carol King, and the runners-up, skipper Margaret Marshman, third Helen Johnson and lead Yvonne Howard.

Bowls North Eastern

Pennant results of mid week played on Dec. 17: Clare Red 35 (8) R Brandt 14, R Howes 21 def. Balaklava 34 (2) R Hillman 24, K Harkness 10. Snowtown 39 (8) R Brand 22, R Atkinson 17 def. Blyth 37 (2) L Mader 17, R Arbon 20. Burra 48 (8) C Boston 26, J Maidment 22 def. Brinkworth 34 (2) J Goss 9, D Krieg 25. Spalding 48 (10) P Goodridge 20, K Jackson 28 def. Clare White 30 (0) J Bradbury 15, T Haysman 15. Premiership table: Points % Snowtn 93 60.84 Burra 83 57.95 Clare Rd 73 52.53 Blyth 54 50.97 Spalding 46 49.93 Balaklava 43 40.66 Brinkworth 26 42.78 Clare Wh 22 42.77

24 def. S Kempster 20). Mallala Black def. Balaklava Gold 45/40 (C Goldney 20 def. C King 18; B Roney 27 def. K Catford 20). Owen def. Two Wells white 49/35 (B Harkness 30 de. S Underwood 19; G Wandel 19 def. M Maylin 16). Two Wells Red, bye. Progressive results: Owen 79 +89 Bal Gold 73 +35 Bal Green 61 +35 Hamley Br 61 +35 Bal Red 57 +21 Pt Wakefld 55 -9 Mallala Wite 51 -9 Mall Red 51 -25 Mall Black 47 -1 T W White 36 -32 T W Red 29 -91

Golf Balaklava Mid Week

Results from Dec. 17: J Curnow 44; D Trickett 43; M Hameister 43; D Newton 41; D Anderson 37; D Taylor 33.

NORTHERN LIGHT WOMEN Hamley Bridge Match Results, Thursday December 18, round 10: Auburn Black 49 (H Williams 26, S Hean 23) def Saddleworth Blue 26 (R Richardson 11, B Schoenberg 15); Auburn Red 38 (M Parkinson 18, M Mount 20) def Saddleworth Gold 20 (C Reed 13, T Ritchie 7); Burra Red 34 (D Mengerson 16, D Day 18) lst Spalding 38 (M Fleming 18, G Cruse 20); Mintaro 37 (S Ettridge 21, L Gooda 16) def Tarlee 32 (S Molineux 15, J Rhode 17); Riverton Black 57 (A Harrip 28, M Prime 29) def Hallett 21 (D Kealy 13, R Jaquet 8); Riverton Blue 47 (M Keast 22, J Schroeder 25) def Watervale 32 (J Ackland 17, P Walshaw 15); Riverton Green 36 (E Passehl 14, J Przibilla 22) lst Booborowie 43 (M White 18, M Baldock 25); Robertstown Green 39 (S Kimpton 19, D Kotz 20) def Burra Gold 23 (K Lomman 12, D Broderick 11); Robertstown Gold 44 (L Mosey 29, C Ruediger 15) def Burra Green 42 (L Sutton 18, H Stockman 24). Premiership table Round 10: Side Points Auburn Black 58 Booborowie 57 Auburn Red 52 Riverton Blue51 Mintaro 50 R/town Green49 Watervale 49 Burra Green 48 Sadd Blue 46 Riv Black 46 R/town Gold 42 Spalding 41 Riv Green 38 Burra Gold 33 Burra Red 24 Sadd Gold 21 Tarlee 8 Hallett 7

Shots +/(-) 127 45 35 22 (6) 68 51 0 54 47 91 (71) 31 (14) (78) (83) (145) (174)

Wooroora Women

Results from Dec. 18: Balaklava Red def. Hamley Bridge 41/30 (L Barr 27 def. L Moloney 11; N Fyfe 19 def. L Harkness 19); Balaklava Green def. Mallala White 37/32 (F Dunstan 18 def. F Rowlands 17; B Philps 20 def. G Cheek 14). Mallala Red def. Port Wakefield 48/35 (R Jenkin 24 def. H Brown 15; Y Curnow

A field of 29 players played a stroke round on Saturday - the final round for the Gawler Caravan Park Summer Cup. Winner of the Cup was George Dahlitz with nett 125 from captain John Mitchell 129. The individual winner of the day was Keith Kluske, 66 from R Smith, B Schaeffer 67; N Stringer, RAhola, W Isgar,ANoack 68; B Cooper, R Cameron, L Hatcher, A Mitchell, I Ferguson 69; C Skelland, T Jones, B Schwarz 70; D Cooper 71; R Charman 72, L Usher, R Spriggs 73, S Howe, L Schaeffer, R Mortimer 74; I Darwin 75; G Dahlitz 77; C Applebee 79; G Woods 89. NTP: D Russell, G Dahlitz. Birdies: D Russell, B Schaeffer, T Jones, K Kluske, G Dahlitz, J Mitchell. Only 14 players competed on Thursday due to the Veterans’ Christmas show at Tanunda. Winner was again George Dahlitz 48 from R Cameron, R Hahn 40; L Schaeffer 38, R Smith 36, I Rohde, R Spriggs, T Jones 35, K Kluske 32, L Usher, J Bell 31; R Collins, C Applebee 30; L Hatcher 29. To all members, have a happy Christmas and a healthy and successful new year, Andrew.

Tennis Lower Northern

Owen 13/104 def. Long Plains 11/93. Ladies singles: Gaynor Marron lost to Rebecca Pym 0/6; Leonie Selleck lost to Leah Tynan 1/6; Courtney Daniel lost to Mary-Jane Angus 2/6; Chris Daniel lost to Alison Pym 3/6; Kathy Harkness def. Lisa Baker 6/1; Tracey Pratt def. Carrissa Daniel 6/0. Men’s singles: Adam Pratt lost to Mark Pym 0/6; Daniel Pratt def. James Rundle 7/6; Ben Marshman def. Peter Pym 6/0; Robert Lloyd def. Daniel Brewster 7/5; Darryl Barkla def. Nick Algar 6/1; Luke Marshman def. Paul Sharer 7/5.

Mid North

Balaklava 13/114 def. Blyth 11/104. Ladies singles: Helen Barry lost to Amanda O’Shaunessy 2/6; Pauline Hill lost to Lisa Stirling 4/6; Terissa Smart lost to Tracey Andriske 4/6; Sharolyn Pike lost to Janet Zweck 2/6; Angela Battle lost to Kate Wandel 6/7; Tania Allen lost to Lyn Stirling 3/6. Men’s singles: Derek Friedrichs def. Dale Stirling 6/2; Rick Lamond def. Christian

White 6/1; Jonathon Brice def. Matthew Williams 6/3; Vinny Taylor def. Rob Dall 6/2; Phil Barry def. Tyron Clarke 6/0; Jeremy Lomman def. Dan Richards 7/6.

Northern YP

Division II: Lochiel 11/77 def. Wallaroo 6/62. Singles: Bonnie Nicholls lost to Darren Smith 3/6; Brendan Wallis lost to Colin Andrews 0/6; Joel Nottle def. John Duncan 6/1; Nick Nicholls def. Jim Tappin 6/1; Liz Wallis def. Scott Murphy 6/2; Rebecca Dixon lost to Susan Pitman 3/6; Kathy Nicholls def. Kate Burge 6/4; Tiffany Nottle def. Sharri Faint 6/4. Doubles: B Nicholls/B Wallis lost to D Smith/C Adams 4/12; J Nottle/N Nicholls def. J Duncan/J Tappin; L Wallis/R Dixon def. S Murphy/S Pitman 12/1; K Nicholls/T Nottle def. K Burge/S Faint 12/5. Juniors A grade: Alford 6/42 def. Lochiel 0/3. Ashley Bruce def. Clinton Baker 6/0; Jesse Curnow def. Mitchell Nicholls 6/0; Lynton Rowan def. Daniel Wallis 6/1; Tom Lowny def. Chrystal Thomas 6/0. A Bruce/L Rowan def. C Baker/M Nicholls 9/1; J Curnow/T Lowry def. D Wallis/C Thomas 9/1.

saturday tennis

After winning last week against Clare but being washed out near end of play, Balaklava team set off for Blyth, anticipating a tough encounter on the lawn. The men’s half of the team looked extremely strong, which was ominous for Blyth men! In mixed doubles Balaklava won five of six, including two tiebreakers and a 6-4. Vinny Taylor and Shaz Pike were the only pair to not feature a six or seven in their score, but had consistent opposition in the ever reliable Janet Zweck and Rob Dall. Top pair Derek Freidrichs and Helen Barry played a fantastic set to win a tiebreaker, as did Jonathon Brice and Terissa Smart sitting at number three. The singles were quite bizarre, with the Blyth ladies winning all six, and Balaklava men winning all six! Angela Battle was nearly the heroine, going down in a titanic tiebreaker, while Pauline Hill and Terissa were both unlucky to lose 6-4. The super fill-in, Tania Allen, played another reliable in Lyn Stirling, and came second in a good 6-3 hit. Obviously Tania’s winning record from two weeks ago has kept her in good stead to be asked to fill-in again! The men all had relatively easy wins, except for fill-in Jeremy Lomman, who, locked at six games all, got his second wind and played liked a star to win an epic tiebreaker. Great work JL! Going into the straight doubles, Balak still needed two sets to win but Blyth had a sniff. After winning relatively easy singles, top pair Rick and Derek went down in their doubles in a great set of tennis 7-5, with nearly every shot in the book played! This was an important turnaround win for Blyth. However Jonathon and Vinny made short work of their shell-shocked opponents winning a very important dakdropper, but Mr Fabulous Phil Barry and the ‘worn out from nine Christmas social functions’ Jeremy won the all important 13th set. The girls couldn’t contribute any further wins and we won’t mention Terissa and Shaz’s set other than to say their score resembled an egg shape! The other two ladies scores were identical 6-2s with the heat starting to have an effect, and the esky starting to call Tootie’s name! For once, the team was lucky not to have to rely on the women, and they thank the men for their efforts! This was a big win over the top team! Well done to three set winners Jonathon, Jeremy and Phil! Final score Balaklava 13-114 defeated Blyth 11-104 in a great match. Enjoy the Christmas break!

Match won by - Lower North Lower North Batting J.McPharlin b P.Morton............................ 6 H.Battle ct Anthony b R.Hodgenson...... 30 N.Robinson ct Anothony b K.Reynolds 66 K.Michealanny ct B.Napper b J.Conroy 38 B.Michael ct T.Lally b K.Reynolds..........11 M.Angel b R.Hodgenson......................... 9 T.Dixon Not Out..................................... 51 M.Bond Not Out....................................... 4 Extras 18 Total 6/233 Clare Bowling Bowler O M W R P.Morton 8 0 1 27 M.Salter 5 0 0 43 R.Hodgenson 8 0 2 33 C.Ward 8 1 0 41 B.Napper 1 0 0 8 J.Conroy 6 0 1 32 K.Reynolds 4 0 2 39

Clare Batting Antony ct H.Battle b R.McPharlin.......... 18 J.Young ct J.McPharlin b J.Napper......... 9 K.Reynolds b R.McPharlin.................... 37 P.Morton ct H.Battle b T.Dixon............... 25 C.Ward ct N.Robinson b T.Dixon............. 4 J.Conroy ct H.Battle b T.Dixon............... 15 R.Hodgenson Not Out........................... 32 A.Gill ct N.Robinson b T.Dixon................ 7 T.Lally Not Out....................................... 26 Extras 22 Total 10/201 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R B.Michael 8 2 0 19 J.Napper 8 1 1 33 R.McPharlin 8 0 2 31 H.Battle 8 0 0 45 T.Dixon 7 0 4 47 J.McPharlin 1 0 0 12

Results of A Grade Stanley cricket played on December 20

Lower North vs Watervale Lower North Batting T.McPharlin ct B.Smith b S.Smith.......... 49 A.Brackstone ct J.Dohnt b S.Helbig...... 31 P.Chivell ct S.Helbig b M.Butler............. 19 A.Smith b S.Smith..................................11 T.Moulds ct S.Helbig b M.Butler.............. 3 S.Williams Not Out................................ 29 C.Chapman Not Out.............................. 17 L.Wright..............................................DNB T.Rowe...............................................DNB T.Gul...................................................DNB C.Heslop.............................................DNB Extras 10 Total 5/169 Watervale Bowling Bowler O M W R M.Butler 9 0 2 40 J.Dohnt 9 1 0 35 T.Camilleri 9 2 0 19 S.Helbig 5 1 1 22 M.Windybank 6 1 0 20 S.Smith

Watervale Batting T.Camilleri ct T.Rowe b A.Brackstone.....11 B.Ackland lbw T.Gul............................... 27 B.Smith b C.Chapman........................... 57 M.Butler ct T.Rowe b T.McPharlin............ 8 J.Dohnt ct A.Brackstone b C.Chapman... 1 S.Farrugia Not Out................................ 30 L.McDermid Run Out............................. 10 M.Windybank Not Out........................... 14 Extras 15 Total 6/173 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R A.Smith 9 1 0 24 A.Brackstone 3 0 1 10 L.Wright 6 0 0 26 C.Heslop 5 2 0 17 T.McPharlin 9 1 1 30 T.Gul 6 0 1 23 C.Chapman 7 0 2 37

from the pitch

Your most memorable moment in cricket: 2 premierships with Owen, 1 with Lower North last year Strangest place you’ve turned up in your cricket whites: 21st, footpath after last year’s premiership Worst dressed player in your team: Everyone who plays B grade for Lower North Who would you least want to room with on tour? Why? Dicko – anything could happen

Name: Kerry Michalanney Nickname: Waa Team: Lower North Cricketing Status: RHB Who would you least like to face up to? Wilms – worried about the pace and him getting me out Who is your favourite Waugh? Mark Who is your favourite Australian Cricket Captain? Steve Waugh Funniest thing you have seen on a cricket oval? Doza playing cricket for Owen Best effort with bat or ball? 110 for something... long time ago!